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Street planting of European Linden that were supplied by us for the estate of Stephen Girard in Philadelphia. 

 The variety used here was Tilia vulgaris, that is listed on the opposite page. The growth of these trees under city 

 conditions has been rapid and vigorous, as indicated by their healthy appearance in this picture. For suburban 

 avenues or for lawn planting they are equally desirable, being possessed of a shapely, dignified habit that is always 

 pleasing. This same manner of growth is also possessed by the Tilia Cordata and the Crimean Linden listed below. 



Tilia. TJie Lindens 



THE Lindens are a family of fairly quick growth. They have large leaves and usually develop into 

 rather open-headed trees which are well adapted to lawn and park planting. Another characteristic 

 feature of the Lindens is their straight growth and symmetrical outline. This makes them well suited 

 for street use. The European varieties class among the best shade trees for avenue planting, particularly in 

 the suburbs. While the texture of the leaves is not so delicate as some, nor the Autumn coloring so brilliant, 

 these trees are worthy of much more general recognition. The American variety is, perhaps, most familiarly 

 known as the Basswood, while the kinds which are native in Europe are known in those countries as the 

 European Lime. 



American Linden, or Basswood. Tilia Ameri- 

 cana. (M). A rapid-growing native that develops 

 into a large, broad, open-headed tree. The large, 

 heart-shaped leaves cast a dense shade. It is 

 hardy and grows in almost any soil. In Spring it 

 has small, yellow flowers that fill the air with fra- 

 grance. One of the best shade trees for lawn plant- 

 ing. Also desirable for street and avenue. 



Each Per 10 Per 100 



6 to 8 ft Si 25 $10 00 S75 00 



8 to 10 ft., to 2 in . 1 75 15 00 125 00 



10 to 12 ft., 2 to 2H in • 2 75 25 00 200 00 



12 to 14 ft., 2>^ to 3 in.. 4 00 35 00 



Prices of Larger Trees on A pplicalion 



Silver-leaved Linden. Tilia Argentea; syn. 

 ToMENTOSA. (M). The leaves of this variety are 

 dark green above and silvery white beneath. This 

 contrast of leaf surfaces is very effective, making 

 it a beautiful shade tree for lawn decoration. 



Each Per 10 



8 to 10 ft., IK to 2 in $2 25 $20 00 



8 to 10 ft., 2 to 2>^ in 3 50 30 00 



10 to 12 ft., to 3 in 5 00 40 00 



Tilia Cordata; syn. Ulmifolia. (M). A Euro- 

 pean variety having small heart-shaped leaves which 

 are glossy both above and beneath. The bark is 

 dark brown in color. Ends of the branches droop 

 gracefully, giving the tree a rather different effect 

 from other Lindens. It is densely branched, making 

 a compact tree of much value for shade purposes. 

 Well suited for lawn planting or for avenues in 

 suburban districts. Each Per lo Per 100 



8 to 10 ft., IK to 2 in.. $2 00 $15 00 $125 00 

 10 to 12 ft., 2 to2Kin..2 50 20 00 175 00 

 12 to 14 ft., 2K to 3 in.. 3 50 30 00 250 00 

 12 to 14 ft., 3 to 4 in. . 5 00 45 00 



Crimean Linden. Tilia Dasvstyla. (M). 

 Dark, glossy leaves of a rich green color, which is 

 well retained. The tree is characterized by the 

 bright green color of the young branches. It grows 

 s^^mmetrically, forming a pyramidal head. One of 

 the most desirable Lindens adapted for either street 

 or lawn plantings. Each Per lO Per 100 



8 to 10 ft $1 75 $15 00 $125 00 



10 to 12 ft., IK to 2 in . 2 50 20 00 

 12 to 14 ft., 2 to 2K in. . 3 00 27 50 

 12 to 14 ft., 2K to 3 in. . 4 00 35 00 



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