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Homer N. Chase & Co., Geneva, New York 
Maple • Acer 
Ash-leaved (A. negundo fraxinijoliunt). A 
rapid-growing tree of erect form. Leaves like 
those of the ash. It withstands cold and dry- 
ness, and is improved by close pruning. 
Japan {A. palmatiim). Large-growing shrub, 
with small leaves of coppery green. Very de- 
sirable for planting as a single tree on the lawn. 
Blood-leaved (.1. palmatitm atropiirpurcum). 
Foliage of blood-red color, pretty through all 
the season. Generally used for planting in 
groups to obtain a mass of crimson. 
Norway (.4. plataiwidcs). Handsome, of 
large growth, well-formed, round head of 
spreading branches; broad, deep leaves. 
Strong, compact and hardy. One of the most 
desirable for park or street. 
Purple-leaved (.1. purpurea). Tree of robust 
habit; foliage deep green on the upper surface, 
purplish red underneath. This kind gives a fine 
effect when planted with golden-leaved trees. 
Sycamore or European (.1. Pscudo-plala- 
nus). Handsome tree of upright growth; large 
leaves; bark smooth and color half-gray; 25 to 
30 feet. This Maple is especially valuable for 
planting with other trees. 
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Schwedler's Norway {A. Schwedlerii). The 
young shoots and leaves are of a bright pur- 
plish or crimson color, changing to purplish 
green. This is one of the best of the Maples, 
with crimson-red and purple tint, which con- 
trasts brightly with the delicate green of spring. 
Red, or Scarlet {A. ruhrum). A native tree, 
doing well in damp positions and conspicuous 
in spring for its masses of red blossoms, and in 
fall for its glowing crimson foliage. One of the 
most popular and ornamental species of Maple. 
Sugar, or Rock (.1. saccharum). Pyrami- 
dal in form; thrives in almost any soil, growing 
into a straight and beautiful tree of good pro- 
portions. Valuable for sugar and as an orna- 
mental tree. It is especially excellent for soli- 
tary or roadside plantings. 
Silver-leaved, or White (.1. Dasycarpum). 
The familiar tree of our village streets. This is 
a reliable grower in every section, maturing 
rapidly, but comparatively short-lived. 
Wier's Cut-leaved {A. Wicrii lacinialum). 
A variety of the Silver Maple, with leaves cut 
more deeply. It has slender branches that 
droop gracefully, and grows very rapidly. 
MUL HING. — When tran^pIantiiiK ali kituls of fruit ur uniamcnlal trees a proper imiKli shouUi i:>e pro- 
vided. Straw coarse manure, leaves, or litter, are the most practical on a small place, while in the orchard 
thorough tillage with horse-tools or rake is the best method. 
Avenue of Norway Maples 
