Boxwood and Evergreen [jlantfrtg. Residence of John Porter, Hartford, Conn. 



Cone- Bearers, or Evergreens 



This group embraces some of the most beautiful trees and shrubs in cultivation, from which it 

 is possible to select varieties adapted to almost any soil or climate. The Evergreens are becoming 

 more and more popular, and deservedly so, because they are stately and majestic as individuals and 

 strikingly effective and imposing in masses. They retain their foliage and are just as attractive in 

 winter as in summer. A front porch surrounded by dwarf Evergreens certainly looks rich and has 

 an individuahty all its own. The Evergreens vary so much in foliage, shape, outline, height, and 

 color that it is possible to make very pretty combinations, and, owing to the fact that they stand 

 severe pruning and shearing, it is possible to retain an Evergreen planting at practically any desired 

 height or size. Large-growing Evergreens, such as Spruces, Firs, and Pines, should be used as iso- 

 lated specimens or in large group plantings for windbreaks or screens. Evergreens increase very 

 quickly in value, so money spent for this class of plants should be regarded as a gilt-edged investment. 



We list only the best varieties that are hardy in our cold New England climate. Our Evergreens 

 have been frequently transplanted and are shipped with compact balls of roots wrapped and sewed in 

 burlap. This method of handling insures the plants against loss. We have a large collection and solicit 

 orders, whether large or small, feeling assured that our plants will prove their superior qualities. 



Abies • Fir 



Pyramidal trees often attaining great height, 

 combining symmetry of habit, adaptability, and 

 hardiness. During the period of early life, an 

 interval varying from twenty-five to forty years, 

 they are justly ranked among the most orna- 

 mental subjects available for the embellishment 

 of lawn or landscape. 



Arizonica argentea. Silver Cork Fir. A tall and 

 slender tree of medium size closely related to A. lasio- 

 carpa. Native of the mountains of Arizona at elevations 

 of 8,000 to 10,000 feet. Foliage silvery green, of sur- 

 passing beauty, while the bark of the trunk resembles 

 the bark of the White Birch and is of a corky nature. 

 Fine plants, 3 to 4 feet, $3.5010 $5 each. 



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Balsamea. Balsam Fir. A hardy slender tree, of 

 rapid growth and of wide distribution. Occurs na- 

 turally from Labrador and the Virginia mountains to 

 Minnesota and the Northwest Territory. Foliage fra- 

 grant in drying, dark green above and silvery beneath. 

 Cones violet-purple, 2 to 4 inches long. Each 



3 to 4 feet $3 50 



5 feet 50 



Concolor. Wbiln Fir, or Colorado Silver Fir. A majes- 

 tic tree and the most dependable Fir in cultivation. It 

 is a native of the mountains from Oregon and California 

 to Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico. Perfectly hardy 

 and a rapid grower. Leaves light, glaucous green. Cones 



3 to 5 inches long, green or grayish green. Each 



2 to 3 feet S2 50 



3 to 4 feet 5 00 



4 to 5 feet 10 00 



5 to 6 feet 15 00 



6 to 7 feet 25 00 



