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Stunted varieties were generally chosen, particularly if they had the side branches opposite or regular, for much depend
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"Stunted varieties were generally chosen, particularly if they had the side branches opposite or regular, for much depends upon this; a one-sided tree is of no value in the eyes of the Chinese"

- Robert Fortune
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Scotland Flag This quote is written / told by Robert Fortune between September 16, 1813 and April 13, 1880. He/she was a famous Scientist from Scotland. The author also have 21 other quotes.

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