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ORNAMENTAL TREES-Continued. 
Oak, Pin (Q. palustris). We consider this the best 
oak. It is distinguished by its elegant growtli and 
the drooping tendency of its limbs and fine deeply 
cut foliage which, in the fall, colors brilliantly. 
Being one of the easiest oaks to transplant, it is in 
great favor as a street tree. 3 to 4 ft., 50 cts.; 6 
feet, $1 ; 7 to 8 feet, $1.38; specimens, $5. 
Poplar, Lombardy (P. fastigiata). A well-known 
tree of narrow, upright growth. 8 to 10 feet. 10 
cts.; 10 to 12 feet, 60 cts.; 12 to 14 feet, 75 cts. to $1. 
Poplar, Carolina (P. monilifera). A vigorous, native 
tree of wonderfully rapid growth. Often attain- 
ing a height of 70 feet or more. Valuable for 
street planting; considered the best of all, thriving 
in any kind of soil. 75 cts. to $1. 
Willow, Common Weeping (S. Babylonica). A 
native of Asia. Our common and well-known 
Weeping Willow. 8 to 10 feet, 50 cts.; 10 to 12 
feet, 75 cts.; 12 to 14 feet, $1.25; large specimens, 
$2 to $3. 
EVERGREEN TREES. 
Abies canadensis (Hemlock Spruce). A lovely native 
tree, of loose, open growth. Whether as a single 
specimen or as a hedge plant, it has no equal. 
18 inches to 2 feet, 35 cts.; 2 to 3 feet, 50 cts.; 
8 to 4 feet, 75 cts. ; 3 to 4 feet, heavy, 75 cts. ; 5 to G 
feet, $1.80 to $2. 
A. excelsa (Norway Spruce). An elegant tree of 
perfect pyramidal habit. Has fine, graceful, 
pendulous branches. It is exceedingly pictur- 
esque and beautiful. One of the best evergreens. 
18 inches to 2 feet, 25 cts. ; 2 feet to 2 feet 6 inches, 
35 cts.; 2 feet 0 inches to 3 feet, 50 cts.; 3 feet to 
3 feet 0 inches, 75 cts.; 3 feet Cinches to 4 feet, $1. 
Juniperus aurea (Douglass Golden). Forms a mat- 
like, spreading growth of brilliant golden color. 
Valuable for edging and grouping. 50 cts 
J. Virginiana (Red Cedar). Medium growth, taper- 
ing arm, bright rich green foliage. Useful for 
ornamental planting. 50 cts. to $1.50. 
Picea Nordmanniana (Nordmann's). This majestic 
Fir, from the Crimean mountains, is of symmet- 
rical form. Its foliage is massive, dark green, 
shining above and slightly glaucous below, ren- 
dering it a very handsome tree throughout the 
year. Considered here and in Europe as one of 
lh.> Quest of the Silver Firs. $1 to $S. 
Pinus Austriaca (Austrian Pine). A remarkably 
robust, hardy, spreading tree; leaveB long, stiff 
and dark green; growth rapid; valuable for this 
country. 2 feet, 35 cts. to 50 cts.; 2 feet 6 inches 
to 3 feet, 50 cts. to 75 cts.; 3 to 4 feet, 75 cts. to $1. 
P. Mugho (Dwarf). Of the highest value where 
a low, dense, spreading growtli is desired. Very 
dark foliage and extremely hardy. 50 cts. to f 1. 
P. Strobus (White Pine). The most ornamental 
of all our native pines, foliage light, delicate, of 
silvery green, flourishes in the poorest soils. 2 to 3 
feet, 50 cts. to 75 cts.; 3 to 4 feet, 11; 5 to G feet, 
$1.50; 6 to 8 feet, $2.50; specimens, $5. 
P. Sylvestris (Scotch Pine). This, with the Aus- 
trian, is the toughest and hardiest of pines. It is 
more desirable for mass and shelter planting than 
as an isolated specimen. 2 to 3 feet, 50 to 75 cts. 
Retinosporafilifera (Thread-Branched). A beautiful 
tree of very elegant appearance, graceful on 
account of the ends of its snoots drooping on long 
filaments, some of which are tesselated, 50 cts. 
each; 2 feet to 2 feet 6 inches, 75 cts. each; 2 feet 
6 inches to 3 feet, $1 each. 
Retinospora filifera aurea. A lovely bright golden 
form of the preceding. Equally hardy and most 
valuable. A beautiful tree. $1.50. 
R. Plumosa. One of the best of Japanese introduc- 
tions, being hardy and graceful, with delicate 
glaucous foliage. 2 to 3 feet, 50 cts.; 3 to 4 feet, 
75 cts. W 
R. obtusa plumosa aurea. A striking fine form of 
the above and very hardy. Brilliantly golden 
through the season; one of the most desirable. 
50 cts. to $1. 
R. Squarrosa Veitchii. Of rapid growth; pyramidal 
form; branches drooping and graceful; foliage of a 
whitish hue, very delicate and beautiful. An 
elegant plant. 12 to 18 inches, 50 cts. to 75 cts. 
each; 2 feet to 2 feet 0 inches, $1; specimens, $5. 
Sciadopitys Verticillata (Umbrella Pine). Grows 
18 to 20 feet high. A Japan evergreen with per- 
fectly upright trunk and horizontal branches, bear- 
ing whorls of shining green, very broad, flat 
needles, lined with white on the under side. It is " 
a rare tree even in Japan and is there planted in 
the grounds of many of the temples. It is perfectly 
hardy and good specimens are rare. We have a 
fine stock of this beautiful and rare tree. 18 inches, 
$1.25; 2 feet, $1.50 to $1.75; 2 feet 6 inches, $2 to 
$2.50; 3 feet 0 inches, $3.50. 
Thuja occidentalis (American Arbor Vitas). It 
grows rapidly and with little care, or rather by 
easy management, it soon forms a most beautiful 
hedge, very dense, and perfectly impervious to the 
sight. 2 to 3 feet, 30 cts. ; 3 to 4 feet, 50 cts. ; 4 to 5 
feet, GO cts.; 4 to 5 feet, heavy, 75 cts.; G to 7 feet, 
$1; 7 to 8 feet, $1.50; specimens 10 to 12 feet' 
$5 to $8. 
T. Globosa (Globe Arbor Vita;). Very dense and 
dwarf, forming a round ball without any trimming 
or training. Avery fine dwarf variety; desirable 
for small lawns, evergreen beds and cemetery 
planting. 12 to 14 inches, 35 cts. each, $3 per 10; 
14 to 18 inches. 50 cts. each, $4.50 per 10; extra 
size, 75 cts. to $1. 
T. Siberica (Siberian Arbor Vitae). Its low grow- 
ing, dense form and its beautiful bluish green 
foliage give it a distinct character. 2 to 8 feet, 35 
to 50 cts, ; 3 to 4 feet, 50 cts. to 75 cts. 
