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A Few Selected Offerings 



FALL 1942 



THE TINGLE NURSERY CO., PITTSVILLE, MARYLAND. 



SPRING 1943 



This is not a complete list of our stock. Note offer of catalog below. 



We have gone through our nursery and selected the items herein as the ones we want especially to call your attention 

 to. On account of labor shortage, reasons for which you are all familiar, we will not publish a catalog during the season 

 of Fall 1942 and Spring 1943. But, we did want you to know we have appreciated your orders in the past and feel sure we 

 will be able to take care of any orders you may send us this season. If you do not have a copy of our 72-page catalog we will 

 gladly send you one (this is our 1941 issue). We believe you will find our stock as nice as an we have ever sent Out. 



Daphne Somerset (Plant Patent No. 315) 



This fragrant and easy-to-grow Hybrid Daphne origi- 

 nated in England a number of years ago. It received 

 highest honors from the R. H. S. of Great Britain when it 

 was first shown in London. The star-like blush-white 

 flowers are as deliciously fragrant as Daphne Cneorum. 

 They occur in quantities during May and June along 

 the upper 8 or 10 inches of each branch, the flowering 

 time lasting a month or more. The foliage is rich, dark 

 green giving the effect of boxwood. It remains on trie 

 plant well into the winter. Reports from southern test 

 aarripns arp that it remains evergreen where winter is 

 not too severe. 15 to 18 in. $i.bU eacti; d lor $4.0u. 



Japanese Flowering Quinces 



The following are long lasting, distinctive flowering 

 shrubs, brilliant in color and indispensable for beds, 

 shrubberies, etc. They supply a warmth of color to the 

 garden from early spring to mid-summer. 75c each. 

 Grandiflora Rosea. Flowers large, at first lemon, tinted 

 pink, deep rose when old; large bronze-tipped leaves. 

 Grandiflora Rubra. Early, very large deep red flowers. 

 Probably the most popular one. Nivalis. Snow white. 



Deutzia Gracilis 



Seldom more than 2 or 3 feet high. This is one of 

 the prettiest and most graceful of all the Deutzias. 35c 

 each, 3 for $1.00, 12 for $3.25. 



Euonymus Alatus Compactus 



Wherever seen this shrub causes much comment 

 autumn for its unbelievable brilliance of foliage, many 

 think it even prettier than the Red Maples and Gums. 

 Its compact growth, easy culture, and slow growth make 

 it one of the outstanding shrubs for hedges as well as 

 individual specimens in the garden. 18 to 24 in. $1.25. 



Forsythia Ovata (Korean Goldenbell) 



The earliest Forsythia to bloom. A very hardy, re- 

 cently introduced species with clear primrose yellow 

 flowers. 35c each, 3 for 90c. 



Fuchsia MageUanica 



Comes to us from the New York Botanical Gardens 

 where it has proven entirely hardy. It is in bloom all 

 summer long until stopped by frost. Pendulent flowers 

 are ruby-red with purple inner petals, and are produced 

 by the hundreds, flowering just as freely in full sun as 

 in light shade. 35c each, 3 for $1.00, 12 for $3.50. 



Hydrangea Grandiflora 



One of the most popular shrubs; blooms from August 

 to autumn, ofter which the blooms may be dried for 

 winter bouquets. Immense panicles of bloom, ■white at 

 lirst, but gradually turning to rose color. 2 to 3 ft. 60c. 



Hydrangea Quercifolia (Oakleaf H.) 



This Oak-Leaf Hydrangea is famous for its large artis- 

 tic indented and somewhat ruffled oak-like leaves which 

 turn to beautiful colors in autumn. Giant flower heads 

 in abundance. A rare and beautiful shrub which grows 

 well in shade or sunlight. Nice heavy plants 75c each. 



Kolkwitzia Amabilis (Beauty Bush) 



A graceful arching shrub with center almost upright. 

 The flowers are produced along the whole length of the 

 branches in clusters at the ends of the short, leafy 

 shoots. They are tubular with a gaping mouth, deep 

 pink without, stained with yellow-brown on the lower 

 throat and lip. One of the most beautiful as well as 

 useful shrubs that China has given to this country. 

 Nice heavy plants 50c each, 3 for $1.25. 



Celastrus Scandens (Bittersweet) 



A familiar vine spiraling up tall trees with clusters of 

 red and orange fruit in October, making a wonderful 

 display. 35c each; 3 for 90c; 12 for $3.00. 



Clematis Paniculata (Virgin's Bower) 



This hardy climber is one of the choicest and most 

 satisfactory climbing, flowering plants. Of strong, rapid 

 growth, with small, dense, cheerful green foliage and 

 pure white, deliciously fragrant flowers in great profus- 

 ion in August and September. 35c each; 3 for $1.00. 



Calycanthus Florida (Sweet Shrub) 



The native sweet or brown shrub. Flowers double, 

 chocolate-covered, very fragrant. Blooms in early Arrii 

 and lasts for several weeks. 12 to 15 in. 25c each; 2 to 

 3 ft. 50c each, 3 for $1.25. 



Weigela Bristol Ruby (Plant Patent 492) 



A better "Eva Rathke" has long been needed — Bristol 

 Ruby is just that. Hardier and more vigorous, it makes 

 a shapely, thrifty plant with an attractive rich green 

 foliage. Color is a soft ruby-red shading to garnet-crim- 

 son; extremely pleasing in effect and without harsh 

 tone. Attaining a height of 6 to 7 feet at maturity, it 

 makes a perfectly formed, well-rounded specimen requir- 

 ing very little pruning because it flowers well from old 

 wood; no die-back or uneven growth at any time. 2 to 



3 ft $1.25 each; $3.25 for 3; $12.50 per dozen. 



Laburnum Vossi (Golden Chain) 



A small tree-like shrub -with green bark and clover- 

 shaped leaves. The flowers are pure golaen yellow in 

 color and hang in clusters like Wisteria attaining a 

 length of 18 to 24 inches. Blooms in late spring. Has 

 been called a golden tree "wisteria. 18 in. $1.00 each; 



4 to 5 ft. $2.50 each; 5 to 6 ft. $3.50 each. 



Japanese Red-Leaved Maple 



Magnificent purple-red foliage of attractive, gracefully 

 lacinated form. A showy, well branched shrub when 

 young, eventually growing into a well shaped small 

 tree. Most attractive at all seasons. 15 to 18 in. $1.50 

 each; 18 to 24 in. $2.00 each; 2 to 3 ft. $2.50 each. 



Magnolia Soulangeana 



The deep velvety-red buds change to a soft rose color 

 when the large flowers, often 4 to 6 inches across, are 

 fully open. Soulangeana is the showiest of all Magnolia 

 for Northern gardens. The large specimen trees grow to 

 be 20 feet tall and will dominate the entire neighborhood 

 when in full bloom each spring. 18 in. trees $1.00 each. 

 Very heavy 6 to 8 ft. specimens $12.50 each. 



Franklina Alatamaha 



This tree grows more popular each season. It is most 

 beautiful in its general landscape effect, with the flowers 

 opening in mid-August. The trees, even when small, 

 are abundantly starred with them until hard frosts. The 

 young leaves unfold a charming, delicate, bronzy-red; 

 at maturity they are 5 to 6 inches long bv about one- 

 third as wide, a rich dark green with red veining. The 

 flower buds are balls covered with whitish-green satin. 

 When as large as marbles they unfold; the guard petals 

 emerge; thev are satiny snow-white, elaborately frilled 

 and pleated. The snowy, frilly chalice, 3 inches in 

 diameter and of piruant irregularity, holds a sumptuous 

 mass of the richest orange-gold stamens and breathes 

 forth a delicate balmv fragrance. 12 to 18 in. $1.00 

 each, 3 for $2.50; 18 to 24 in. SI. 50 each, 3 for $3.75; 

 2 to 3 ft. S2.25 each. 3 for $6.00; 3 to 4 ft. $3.00 each. 



Red-Leaved Barberry 



One of the finest and most colorful new shrubs. Bright 

 led foliage all summer long with ornamental red berries 

 during winter. Should be planted in full sunlight. 6 to 

 12 in. 10 for $1.25; 100 for $10.00; 12 to 15 in. 10 for 

 $2.00; 100 for $16.50. 



Wisterias 



These Wisterias have long, slender racemes covering 

 a long season of bloom. They are grafted plants and 

 commence to bloom when very young. $1.00 each. 

 KYTJSHAKU. Very long clusters, flowers of a beautiful 

 purple color. ROSEA. The handsome pink flowers are 

 borne in large pointed 18 to 24 inch clusters, with or 

 before the leaves in spring. VIOLACEA PLENA. The 

 deepest violet-blue of all the double Wisteria. 



English Ivy (Hedera Helix) 



Its dark green foliage is ideal for concealing unsightly 

 objects and to relieve the blank walls of buildings. 

 Makes .a good ground cover in densest shade. 25c each; 

 3 for 60c; 12 for $2.00; 100 for $12.50, 1000 for $100.00. 



The Daphne Lilac (Microphylla) 



A remarkably lovely shrub, deliciously fragrant, intro- 

 duced from China. Graceful, slender stems; pinkish red 

 buds opening to pale pink panicles of small individual 

 florets. The flowers produce a two-tone effect that is 

 very pleasing and novel. The main truss is on top of 

 each stem and smaller trusses are set down the branches, 

 so that the entire plant forms one large bouquet. Blooms 

 again in the fall. 2 to 3 ft. $1.00 each, 3 for $2.50. 



White Flowering Dogwood 



A lovely tree glorious with its abundance of white 

 flowers in May. In autumn the clean attractive foliage 

 is changed into bright reds and scarlets. Also each 

 autumn the tree is filled with clusters of brilliant red 

 fruits. This worthwhile valuable tree grows readily and 

 lends enchantment to any setting. 4 to 5 ft>-$l.00 each, 

 3 for $2.50; 6 to 8 ft. $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00. 



Red Flowering Dogwood 



A magnificent sight when in full bloom with its many 

 pink to red flowers. Thousands of Icrae. rose-r~d blooms 

 appear before the foliage in early spring creating a 

 most warm and cheerful array of brilliance. Can be 

 planted as specimens or in groups. 2 to 3 ft. $1.25 each, 

 3 for $3.25, 10 for $10.00. 



Camellia Flowered Dogwood 



(Cornus Florida Flora Plena). Flowers double white, 

 not unlike the Camellia, and just as freely produced as 

 the common single Dogwood. 18 in. plants $1.25 each. 



Viburnum Burkwoodi 



The Gardenia Scented Snowball. An improved Carlesi 

 with deliciously fragrant, waxy pink flowers produced 

 in early spring. Of compact bushy habit attaining a 

 height of 4 feet and spreading to a width of from 5 to 6 

 feet. A real aristocrat for the small garden. 18 to 24 int 

 $1.75 each, 3 for $5.00. 



Viburnum Carlesi (Fragrant Snowball) 



Fragrant Viburnum. The fragrant rare Korean Vibur- 

 num. Salver-shaped flowers of a delicate rose-tinted 

 white, passing to clear white. Terminal heads 2 to 3 

 inches across in May. 18 in. plants $1.25 each. 



Camellias 



One of the most magnificent flowering house-plants. 

 Also good for outdoor gardens from Norfolk, Va. south- 

 ward. We have them in red, white and pink. Strong 

 pot plants 90c each. One of each color for $2.50. 



Paul's Scarlet Thorn 



Sometimes called the Flaming Fire Tree. The most 

 brilliant of all flowering trees filled with thousands of 

 double blazing scarlet-red flowers creating a magnificent 

 and inspiring burst of color. Handsome foliage and red 

 fruits of great beauty. 4 to 5 ft. $1.50 each. 



Pyramidal European Beech 



A pyramidal form of the English Beech. Good for 

 hedges or places where a very narrow tree is wanted. 

 2 to 3 ft. $2.00 each, 3 for $5.50. 



Fall Blooming Iris 



With these new Irises we now have the most gorgeous 

 colors in the fall months. You should have some of 

 these new varieties for your fall blooming garden. 25c 

 each, 3 for 65c, 12 for $2.25, 100 for $15.00. 

 Eleanor Roosevelt. A deep velvety red-violet self. Jean 

 Siret. Rich, deep yellow often striped with purple. 

 Lieut Chavagnac. A brilliant purple that blooms per- 

 sistently throughout the season. 



Japanese Iris (Iris Kaempferi) 



Last of the wonderful Iris procession to bloom excepting 

 the Fall Blooming kinds. Same price as Fall Blooming. 

 Gold Bound. Double pure white with golaen center. 

 Purple and Gold. Double, enormous flowers of rich 

 violet-purple with white petaloids. 



Golden Muscat Grape 



Probably the finest grape that can be grown in the 

 eastern part of the United States. The New York Ex- 

 periment Station says of it: "Golden Muscat possesses 

 the rich golden color of Diamond and the fine Muscat 

 aroma of the European Muscat." For home use and the 

 roadside market it is one of the best. The vine is vigor- 

 ous, productive; the clusters are very large, tapering, 

 single shouldered and compact; the berries are large, 

 oval, juicy, tender, sweet, vinous, aromatic; season 

 after Concord. Fine No. 1 vines: $1.00 each, 6 for $5.00. 



Vitex Agnus Castus (Lilac Chaste Tree) 



A graceful shrub with attractive spikes of lovely pale 

 violet flowers. Blooms profusely in late summer. It is a 

 most desirable late summer flowering shrub of distinctive 

 appearance. Its form and foliage as well as the flowers 

 are most unusual. 2 to 3 ft. 75c each, 3 for $2.00. 



