ORNAMENTAL TREES, SHRUBS, ETC. 



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ViRGILEA LUTEA. (YclloW WoOCl.) 



CERCIS. Judas' Tree, or Red Bud. Judas Baum, Or. Ganier, Ft. 



C Canadensis. American Judas Tjiee. A very ornamental native tree, 

 of medium size, irregular rounded form, with perfect heart-shapi'd leaves of a 

 pure green color, glossy surface above, and grayish green beneath. The tree 

 derives the name Red Bud from the profusion of delicate pink flowers with which 

 it is covered before the foliage appears. Flowering at the same time with the 

 Chinese Magnolias, it may be planted among them in groups wilh fine effect. 

 ■Grown as single specimens they are also beautiful and attractive, and deserve to be 

 ■classed among our finest ornamental trees. See cut. $1.00. 



C Japonica. Japan Judas Tree. Of medium size, rounded form, foliage 

 deep shining green, and heart-shaped; flowers larger than those of Canadensis, and of 

 a rich rosy pink color; a valuable addition to the list of choice small trees. $1.00. 



