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LAWN AND SHADE TREES. 



The Nordjiax's Fir. Picea Nordmaniana. This is an old 

 variety, but comparatively rare. It is of rapid growth, with 

 rich green foliage, that attracts attention at once. It is per- 

 fectly hardy, and should be more generally grown and planted. 



The Pixsapo Fir. Picca Pinsapo. This is an elegant tree, 

 with short, roundish, sharp-pointed leaves, set thick around all 



Fig. 37. The American White Spbuce. 



its branches and shoots, giving the tree rather a stiff, but unique 

 and beautiful appearance. It is quite hardy, and so distinct and 

 regular as to make it desirable as a lawn or single tree. The 

 Noble Silver Fir, the Mount Enos Fir, Hudson's Bay Fir, and 



