THE ELIZABETH NURSERY COMPANY'S ABRIDGED CATALOGUE. 
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ORNAMENTAL TREES. 
Ash, Mountain (European). A fine hardy tree 
covered in autumn with drooping clusters of bright 
scarlet berries. 8 to 9 fee', GO cts.; 10 to 11 feet, 
75 cts. ; 12 to 14 feet, f 2. For larger size, see our 04 
page catalogue. 
A. American (White). A well-known native tree. 
Good in parks, grounds or streets. 8 to 10 feet, 
50 cts.; 10 to 12 feet, $1. 
Alder, European or Common. A remarkably rapid 
growing tree, attaining a height of from 30 to 50 
feet. This species is especially adapted to moist 
situations. Does well at seashore. 8 to 9 feet, 50 
cts.; 10 to 12 feet, 75 cts.; 12 to 14 feet, $1. 
BECHTEL'S DOUB LE-FLOWEBEI) 
AMERICAN CRAB. 
Pyrus Augustifolia. One of the most beautiful of the 
many fine varieties of flowering Crab Apples. Tree 
of medium size, covered in early spring with large, 
beautiful double fragrant flowers, of a delicate 
pink color. 75 cts. to $1. 
Beech, Purple-Leaved (F. Purpurea). The foliage, 
which is of dark purple or chocolate color, produces 
a most effective contrast to the green of other trees 
Lnquestionably one of the most conspicuous and 
ornamental deciduous trees. We commend it as 
one of the finest trees that can be planted on a 
lawn. 3 to 4 feet, 75 cts.; 4 to 5 feet, §1.25; 5 to 6 
feet, $1.50; extra large, $2; specimens, $5 to $8. 
B. Weeping (F. Pendula). A picturesque tree of 
large size. Its mode of growth is extremely curi- 
ous. The trunk or stem is generally crooked, with 
the branches tortuous and spreading. Covered 
with rich, luxuriant foliage, of wonderful grace 
and beauty. 2 to 3 feet, 75 cts.; 3 to 4 feet, $1.50; 
4 to 5 feet, $2 to $3; specimens, $5 to $8. 
B. European. Darker bark and more compact habit 
than American. Excellent for screen purposes. 
3 to 4 feet, 50 cts. ; 4 to 5 feet, 75 cts. ; 5 to G feet, 
SI. 25. 
CATALPA BUNOEI. (UMBRELLA TREE). 
Catalpa Bungei (Umbrella Tree). From Japan. One of the most attractive trees. When better known 
will certainly be in great demand for lawns and all ornamental grounds. It forms a perfect half- 
globular or umbrella head, with foliage of a deep green color, laid with great precision, and making a 
beautiful roof of leaves upon which the light plays with delightful effect; a most striking and beautiful 
object upon the lawn. S to 6 feet high, with 1-year head, SI; 5 to 6 feet, 2-year heads, SI. 25, §1.50; 3-year 
heads, $2; specimens, S3 to $5. 
Cherry, Japan Weeping Rose-Flowered (Rosa pendula). Brought from Japan, and is certainly one of the 
finest pendulous trees for lawns or small grounds. The branches are slender and fall gracefully to 
the ground; flowers are rose colored. One of the finest weeping trees. 2 to 3 feet, 75 cts.; 3 to 4 feet, 
S125; 4 to 5 feet, $1.50; specimens, 7 to 9 feet, $3 to $5. 
