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THE NORTH DAKOTA FARMSTEAD 



DIAMOND WILLOW (Salix cor data vestia) is native in the Missouri 

 River Valley. It is lately becoming very popular for the lasting fence 

 posts and large amount of fuel that it produces in a short time. 



NIOBE WILLOW (Salix vitellina var. pendula nova), introduced 

 from Siberia is a weeping willow that is hardy in a large part of the 

 state. Being very ornamental it can be planted as a specimen on The 

 lawn, along the inner edge of the shelter belt or as a tall row for 

 screening buildings. As any weeping tree will be considerably injured 

 by the wind, it may best be planted in a sheltered location. 



Figure 19 Niobe Willow (Salix vitellina var. pendula noia) on Experiment 



Station Grounds. 



AMERICAN MOUNTAIN ASH (Sorbus americana). This small tree 

 is one of our best for ornamental purposes. It produces fine dark 

 green leaves; beautiful clusters of creamy white flowers and these 

 are followed by large clusters of beautiful red berries. The leaves turn 

 a beautiful red and hold the color for a long time in autumn. Be sure 

 to shade the trunks of young Mountain Ash trees toward the south 

 to prevent sun scald, as this tree is very susceptible to that trouble. It 

 is suitable for lawn planting in all parts of the state. 



BASSWOOD OR AMERICAN LINDEN (Tilia americana). The Basswood 

 is a beautiful, tall native tree, suitable for shelter belt planting and 

 making a good shade tree. The flowers are sweet scented. The wood is 

 soft and tough. It is used for carriage bodies, trunks, and fuel. 



