PREFACE TO 27th EDITION. 



We take pleasure in presenting to our friends and patrons the 27th edition of this 

 catalogue. 



Many of the descriptions have been rewritten, all the lists revised and several new 

 illustrations introduced. We believe the book will serve, not only as a priced cata- 

 logue, but also as a useful hand-book, containing concise descriptions of nearly all the 

 hardy Ornamental Trees and Shrubs most worthy of cultivation in this and similar 

 climates. 



We cordially invite all who are interested in ornamental planting to inspect our 

 collection ; a ncN/ arboretum having been planted recently, which contains young 

 specimens of nearly all the species and varieties we offer. 



Duplicate collections will be furnished for college grounds, parks, etc., on the most 

 favorable terms. To students and lovers of nature nothing can be more interesting 

 than to study the nomenclature and note the peculiarities of growth, habit, foliage, 

 flowers and fruit of all the finest trees and shrubs that will thrive in our climate. 



Our general stock of ornamental trees, shrubs and plants has never been so extensive 

 and complete in every department as it is at this time. Everything has been well and 

 carefully grown. 



Several promising novelties are now offered for the first time. 



Gentlemen making extensive improvements, or adding to their collections. Land- 

 scape Gardeners, Superintendents of Public Parks, Gardens, Cemeteries, etc., etc., will 

 find it to their advantage to examine our stock. 



Nurserymen and Dealers will be supplied on liberal terms. A wholesale catalogue 

 (No. 4) is published semi-annually. 



A Eose Catalogue is now published separately and is known, in our series, as No. 5, 

 the great extension of our Kose culture having compelled us to adopt this course. 



Attention is requested to " Brief Suggestions to Planters " on the next page. 



ELLWANGER & BARRY. 



