PETER HENDERSON & CO-TREE SEEDS. 



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Deciduous Trees — Continued. 



Magnolia Soulangeana. — The largest of the Chinese varieties, large white 

 ^flowers, with purple at the base of the petals. 20 cts. pkt.; $1.00 oz. 



Oak, White (Quercus alba). — A noble, majestic variety, 60 to 80 feet high. 

 Wood light colored and valuable. 35 cts. qt.; $2.00 pk.; $6.00 bu. 



Oak, Scarlet (Quercus coccinea). — A handsome tree, leaves turning bright 

 scarlet in the autumn. Wood white and moderately coarse grained. 35 cts. qt; 

 $2.00 pk.; $6.00 bu. 



Oak, Bed (Quercus rubra). — A very large and common tree. Wood reddish 

 and rather coarse ; much used for staves and similar purposes. 35 cts. qt.; $2.00 

 pk.; $6.00 bu. 



Oak, Pin or Swamp (Quercus palustris). — Of handsome, tall, pyramidal form, 

 and light, elegant foliage. A splendid ornamental tree. Wood rather coarse grained. 

 35 cts. qt.; $2.00 pk.; $6.00 bu. 



Persimmon, Japan (Dyospyros Kaki). — An excellent ornamental tree. Leaves 

 large and leathery ; large, golden fruit, not astringent, hangs on the tree after the 

 leaves are fallen ; striking and beautiful. Not hardy north of Richmond, Va. 

 10 cts. pkt. ; 25 cts. oz.; $1.75 lb. 



Pecan Nut (Carya olivaformis). — Attains a large size, particularly in the 

 "bottom lands of the South-west. It is not adapted to a northern climate. Wood 

 similar to the Hickory, and very valuable. Nuts large, edible and thin shelled. 

 25 cts. lb. 



Paulownia Imperialis, or Empress Tree— A noble Japanese and pop- 

 ular ornamental tree ; large tropical foliage, and handsome fragrant flowers. A 

 rapid grower; height, 20 to 30 feet; wide spreading head. Hardy except in latitude 

 of Boston, where the flower buds are sometimes killed. 10 cts. pkt.; 20 cts. oz.; 

 $1.50 lb. 



Sweet Gum, Bilsted or Alligator Tree (Liquidambar styraciflua). — One 

 -of our most noble forest and ornamental trees, of rapid growth and beautiful pyra- 

 midal form. Height, 60 to 80 feet. 15 cts. pkt. ; 50 cts. oz. ; $5.00 lb. 



Silver Bell, or Four-winged Snowdrop (Halesia tetraptera).—K medium 

 sized tree, producing in early spring large clusters of beautiful, pure white, bell- 

 shaped flowers. 10 cts. pkt.; 25 cts. oz.; $2.50 lb. 



Sycamore, American Plane or Button-wood (Platanus occidentalis).— One 

 of our largest trees, often growing 75 to 100 feet high. Of rapid growth. Wood 

 coarse grained, cannot be split, and is much used for mallets, meat blocks, etc. 

 10 cts. pkt.; 25 cts. oz.; $1.00 lb. 



Sycamore, or Oriental Plane (Platanus orientalis). — A rapid growing tree, 

 75 to 100 feet high, considered superior to our native Buttonwood, being of more 

 graceful habit and better for street planting. 10 cts. pkt. ; 25 cts. oz.; $1.00 lb. 



Tulip Tree, White Wood or Canoe Wood (Liriodendron tulipifera).—K 

 fine, large ornamental and forest tree of tall, pyramidal form, often 110 feet high. 

 ■Grows rapidly, clean and straight. Wood light and much used for interior work. 

 10 cts. pkt.; 20 cts. oz.; $1.00 lb. 



Walnut, Black (Juglans nigra). — A valuable tree of erect and noble habit, and 

 round, spreading form. 60 to 90 feet high. The great value of its rich, dark 

 colored wood is well known. Nuts large and edible. 20 cts. qt.; Sl.SOpk.; $4.00 bu. 



Walnut, English or Madeira (Juglans regia). — A noble, vigorous tree, 

 strong, spreading branches, thick foliage. Wood valuable, nuts large and edible. 

 50 cts. lb. 



Willow, Golden (Salix vitellina).— Bright golden branches of striking effect. 

 Good for baskets and tying. 10 cts. pkt.; 25 c's. oz.; $2.00 lb. 



Willow, White (Salix alba). — A rapid growing, attractive and useful tree. 

 10 cts. pkt.; 25 cts. oz.; $1.75 lb. 



Yellow Wood (Cladi-astris tincloria or Virgilia lutea). — A beautiful tree, grow- 

 ing tall and straight, with a broad, round head. The trunk is polished and elegant. 

 Wood light yellow, very *>.ard, and desirable for many purposes. The flowers are 

 like pea-blossoms, white and fragrant, covering the tree in June with long pendu- 

 lous racemes of great beauty. 25 cts. pkt.; 80 cts. oz.; $8.00 lb. 



ORNAMENTAL SHRUBS AND HEDGE PLANTS. 



Asiatic Bladder Nut (Staphylea colchica). — One of our finest early flowering 

 shrubs. Flowers in clusters, white and fragrant. 15 cts. pkt.; 40 cts. oz.; $4.00 lb. 



Berberry, Common or European (Berberis vulgaris). — A handsome shrub; 

 yellow flowers in drooping racemes in May and June, followed in the fall by orange- 

 scarlet fruit. 10 cts. pkt.; 15 cts. oz.; $1.00 lb. 



Berberry, Purple-Leaved (Berberis vulgaris atropurpurea). — Similar to the 

 above, with violet colored foliage and fruit; very rich and effective. 15 cts. pkt.; 

 25 cts. oz.; $2.00 lb. 



Bitter Sweet (Celaslrus scandens).—A hardy, native climber, leaves turning 

 bright yellow in the fall, with clusters of orange colored fruit. 10 cts. pkt.; 20 cts. 

 oz.; SI. 75 lb. 



Honeysuckle, Japan (Lonicera brachypoda). — A vigorous climber; flowers 

 yellowish white in June. 10 cts. pkt.; 40 cts. oz.; $4.00 lb. 



Honeysuckle, Chinese (Lonicera sinensis). — A well known vine; dark green 

 foliage; flowers in July and September, very fragrant. 20 cts. pkt. ; $1.10 oz. 



Laburnum or Golden Chain (Cytisus Laburnum). — A very ornamental, 

 moderate sized tree, with long, drooping, showy yellow flowers. 10 cts. pkt; 20 cts. 

 oz.; $1.25 lb. 



Lilac, Purple (Syringa vulgaris). — Our common variety; one of the very best. 

 Flowers and young foliage fragrant. 10 cts. pkt.; 25 cts. oz.; $2.00 lb. 



Lilac, White (Syringa vulgaris alba). — One of the best white varieties. 10 cts. 

 pkt.; 25 cts. oz.; $2.00 lb. 



Meadow Sweet, Japan (Spirea callosa). — A medium sized shrub. Pink 

 flowers in June. 15 cts. pkt.; 50 cte. oz.; $5.00 lb. 



Osage Orange (Madura aurantiaca). — A coarse growing shrub, and very 

 thorny. Largely used for hedges, and is a fine lawn plant. 10 cts. oz.; 50 cts. qt.; 

 $2.00 pk.; $7.00 bu. 



Privet, California or Japan (Ligustrum ovalifolium). — A strong growing 

 shrub, pyramidal in form, and nearly evergreen. Stands severe pruning. One of 

 our best hedge and ornamental plants. White flowers in June. 15 cts. pkt.; 

 25 cts. oz.; $2.50 lb. 



Syringo or Mock Orange (Philadelphus coronarius). — A strong growing 

 shrub, with pure white, fragrant flowers in June. Clean seed. 25 cts. pkt.; $1.00 oz. 



Styrax, Japan (Styrax Japonica). — A low growing shrub, with dogwood-like 

 leaves; branches very picturesque; flowers white, bell-like, hanging under the 

 branches on long stems. 15 cts. pkt.; 30 cts. oz.; $3.00 lb. 



Tamarisk (Tamarix gallica).— A strong, slender growing shrub, with feathery 

 foliage, and small, fringed, delicate pink flowers. 25 cts. pkt.; 75 cts. oz.; $9.00 lb. 



White Fringe (Chionanthus Virginica). — A medium sized, choice lawn shrub, 

 with pure white, long, feathery or lace-like flowers in June. 15 cts. pkt.; 50 cts. oz.; 

 $5.00 lb._ 



Weigelia, Bose Colored (Weigelia rosea). — A vigorous, June blooming shrub, 

 with fine, rose colored flowers. 25 cts. pkt.; $1.50 oz. 



Rhododendron, Mixed. — Handsome, hardy shrubs ; rich leathery ever- 

 green foliage and large heads of gorgeous flowers. 25 cts. pkt. 



EVERGREEN TREES. 



Arbor Vitae, American (Thuya occidentalis). — A small tree, about 30 feet 

 high; popular for hedges, screens, etc. 10 cts. pkt.; 30 cts. oz.; $2.75 lb. 



Arbor Vitae, Siberian (Thuya Siberica). — More compact and of deeper color 

 than the American. Splendid for hedges. 15 cts. pkt.; 60 cts. oz.; $6.00 lb. 



Arbor Vitae, Pea-Fruited, Japan (Relinospora pisifera).—A beautiful 

 evergreen, with fine, feathery foliage ; graceful and distinct. 25 cts. pkt.; $1.00 oz. 



Arbor Vitae, Japanese Plumed (Retinospora plumosa). — A Japan variety, 

 hardy and graceful, with delicate, silvery foliage. 25 cts. pkt; $2.00 oz. 



Arbor Vitae, Japanese Golden Plumed (Retinospora plumosa aurea). — Beau- 

 tiful, golden tinted foliage, unsurpassed for massing or hedges. 35 cts. pkt.; $2.50 oz. 



Cedar, Deodar or Indian (Cedrus deodara). — A noble and beautiful ever- 

 green of pyramidal form. Foliage silvery green, graceful and drooping. Not hardy 

 north of Philadelphia. 15 cts. pkt.; 40 cts. oz.; $4.00 lb. 



Cedar, Bed (Juniperus Virginia). — A valuable forest and ornamental tree. 

 Varies in height from 30 to 60 feet. Wood hard, reddish and durable, and valuable 

 for posts, cabinet work, pencils, etc. 10 cts. pkt.; 15 cts. oz.; $1.00 lb. 



Cedar, White (Chamaicyparis Thuyoides). — A well known, large growing tree, 

 40 to 80 feet high. Wood light, finegrained and durable. 15 cts. pkt.; 50 cts. oz.; 

 $5.00 lb. 



California Bedwood (Sequoia sempervirens). — A valuable tree in California, 

 where it grows from 200 to 300 feet high. Wood handsome and durable. Succeeds 

 south of Virginia. 15 cts. pkt.; 40 cts. oz.; $4.00 lb. 



California Giant Tree (Sequoia gigantea). — A famous tree ; attains a height 

 of 200 to 300 feet. Not hardy north of Virginia. 25 cts. pkt.; $1.00 oz. 



Cypress, Nootka Sound (Chamaicyparis JYutkosnsis). — A vigorous, erect tree, 

 with regular, spreading, curved branches ; leaves flat like those of the Arbor Vitae. 

 Very ornamental. 35 cts. pkt. ; S5.00 oz. 



Cypress, Southern or Bald (Taxodium distichum). — Well known in the 

 South, although it thrives in the Northern States . Growth rapid ; foliage delicate 

 and feathery ; one of the best lawn trees. Wood used for shingles, ties, etc. 10 

 cts. pkt. ; 25 cts. oz.; $2.50 lb. 



Fir, Japan Silver (Abies firma). — The most vigorous and hardy of the silver 

 Firs. Compact and pyramidal in form. Foliage large, flat, and deep green under- 

 neath. 25 cts. pkt.; 50 cts. oz.; $5.00 lb. 



Fir, Eraser's or Southern Balsam (Abies Fraseri). — A handsome moder- 

 ate sized pyramidal tree of rich, permanent beauty. Foliage dark green, silvery 

 below. 30 to 40 feet high. 15 cts. pkt.; 50 cts. oz.; $5.00 lb. 



Fir, Silver Cephalonian- [Abies Cephalonica). — A beautiful species from 

 the mountains of Greece. A free grower, quite hardy, leaves silvery and dagger- 

 shaped. 15 cts. pkt.; 35 cts. oz.; $3.00 lb. 



Fir, Nordman's (Picea (Abies) Nordmanniana). — Handsome, hardy and highly 

 prized. Massive, dark foliage, silvery below. The contrast between the old and 

 new growth is charming. 15 cts. pkt.; 35 cts. oz.; $3.00 lb. 



Fir, Pinsapo or Spanish (Picea (Abies) pinsapo). — Remarkably handsome 

 and picturesque. From the mountains of Spain ; leaves borne in whorls. 15 cts. 

 pkt.: 40 cts. oz.; S4.00 lb. 



Hemlock (Tsuga (Abies) Canadensis). — A fine lawn and forest tree of pyramidal 

 form, with light, spreading foliage. Height nearly 100 feet. Wood coarse but 

 valuable for many purposes. Bark used for tanning. 15 cts. pkt.; 40 cts. oz.; 

 $4.00 lb. 



Juniper, Irish (Juniperus communis Hibernicus). — A close, upright growing 

 tree, with silvery foliage. Handsome for columnar effects in landscapes. 10 cts. 

 pkt.; 15 cts. oz. ; 60 cts. lb. 



Nutmeg Tree, Californian (Torreya Californica). — A large tree, 50 to 75 feet 

 high. Wood light colored, close grained and very fragrant. Not hardy in the 

 Northern States. 10 cts. pkt.; 25 cts. oz.; $2.50 lb. 



Pine, Japan Umbrella (Sciadopitys verticillata). — Curious and remarkable. 

 Leaves dark, glossy green, crowded into whorls at the joints of horizontal branches. 

 Not hardy north of Washington. 25 cts. pkt.; SI. 00 oz. ; $10.00 lb. 



Pine, Yellow, Georgia or Long -Leaved Southern (Pinus australis). — 

 A large, very ornamental tree, 60 to 80 feet high. Valuable for its timber. 15 cts. 

 pkt.; 40 cts. oz.; $4.00 lb. 



Pine, California Mountain (Pinus monticola). — A tall, symmetrical tree, 60 

 to 80 feet high, resembling White Pine. 20 cts. pkt,; 75 cts. oz.; $7.00 lb. 



Pine, Yellow Heavy- Wooded (Pinus ponderosa). — One of the largest and 

 most common trees of the Rocky Mountains. 15 cts. pkt.; 40 cts. oz.; $4.00 lb. 



Pine, White or Weymouth (Pinus strobus). — A stately, straight, handsome 

 and valuable tree ; height 100 to 150 feet. Wood white, and the most extensively 

 used for lumber of any tree in America ; fine ornamental tree. 10 cts. pkt. ; 20 cts. 

 oz.; $1.75 lb. 



Fine, Austrian (Pinus Austriaca). — A large, straight tree, of sound and 

 massive form, and rapid growth ; rich, dark foliage. An important evergreen for 

 lawn planting. 10 cts. pkt; 20 cts. oz.; $1.50 lb. 



Pine, Swiss Stone (Pinus cembra helvetica). — Handsome conical form, per- 

 fectly erect and regularly branched. A native of the Alps, where it frequently 

 grows over 100 feet high. 10 cts. pkt.; 15 cts. oz ; 75 cts. lb. 



Pine, Corsican (Pinus Laricio). — A large, rapid growing, noble tree, resemb- 

 ling the Austrian Pine. 10 cts. pkt.; 25 cts. oz. ; $2.50 lb. 



Pine, Scotch (Pinus Sylveslris). — A handsome, well known variety. Open, 

 pyramidal form ; foliage dark green. Rapid grower and distinct. A valuable, 

 ornamental and timber tree. 10 cts. pkt.; 25 cts. oz.; $2.00 lb. 



Spruce, Douglas (Pseudotsuga (Abies) Douglassi). — A large and important 

 timber tree of the West ; height, 200 to 300 feet. Wood reddish, coarse grained, 

 heavy, strong and valuable. Foliage rich blue ; a charming and beautiful ever- 

 green. 25 cts. pkt.; 75 cts. oz. ; $7.00 lb. 



Spruce, White (Picea (Abies) alba). — A beautiful, compact and symmetrical 

 tree, about 50 feet high. Endures hot summers and cold winters without turning 

 brown. Wood tough, flexible, and used for spars, masts, etc. 15 cts. pkt.; 40 cts. oz.; 

 $4.00 lb. 



Spruce, Norway (Picea (AbiesV.excelsa). — A favorite and handsome ornamental 

 tree ; of rapid growth and graceful habit. One of our best evergreens. 10 

 cts. pkt.; 15 cts. oz.; $1.25 lb. 



Spruce, Blue Colorado (Picea (Abies) pungens).—A beautiful, large tree of 

 pyramidal form and dense growth ; foliage rich sage blue. 35 cts. pkt.; S2.00 oz. 



Spruce, Oriental (Picea, (Abies) orientalis). — A tall, compact, straight, beau- 

 tiful tree. Leaves dark, and entirely surround the branches. One of our best 

 evergreens. 50 cts. pkt.; $3.00 oz. 



ERUIT SEEDS. 



Apple Seed. 40 cts. qt; $10.00 bu. 

 Cherry Pits, Mahaleb. 50 cts. lb. 

 Currant, Bed. 15 cts. pkt. ; 50c. oz. 



" White. loots. pkt.; 50c. oz. 



" Black. 15 cts. pkt.; 50c. oz. 



Gooseberry, Bed. 25c. pkt.; Sl.SOoz. 



' ' Yellow. 25c. pkt; $1.50 oz. 



Gooseberry, Green. 25c. pkt; SI. 50 oz. 

 Peach Pits. 10 cts. qt. ; $1.75 bshl. 

 Pear Seed. 25 cts. oz.; $2.50 lb. 

 Quince Seed. 25 cts. oz.; $2.50 lb. 

 Baspberry Seed. 15 cts. pkt.; 75 cts. oz. 

 Strawberry Seed. 15 cts. pkt.; $1.00 oz. 

 " Bed Alpine. 25 cts. pkt. 



