ORNAMENTAL DEPARTMENT. 
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MULBERRY (Morns). 
These are broad, low-branching, large-leaved, fruit-bearing ornamental trees, the 
demand for which is steadily increasing. They make large-sized trees. 
NEW AMERICAN. A new variety superior to the Downing in size of fruit and 
hardiness of the tree. Begin.s ripening in June and continues in fruit nearly 
two months. 
RUSSIAN. An extremely hardy, rapid-growing tree from Russia. The foliage is 
abundant and attractive ; said to be very desirable for silk-worms. The tim- 
ber is also valuable. Makes a large tree. 
PEACH (Persica). ' 
The varieties we describe are truly superb when in bloom, and where something 
distinct and attractive is desired they will give satisfaction. They are easy to 
grow, and attain a height of eight to ten feet. 
DOUBLE ROSE-FLOWERING (Flore rosea pleno). Flowers double, pale rose 
colored, like small roses. A pretty tree. Blooms in May. 
DOUBLE WHITE-FLOWERING (Flore alba pleno). Exceedingly ornamental. 
Flowers double and pure white. A very attractive tree. Blooms in May. 
POPLAR (Populus). 
Poplars are desirable where rapid growing varieties are wanted, and they are also 
very distinct and striking. 
GREEN-LEAVED, or CAROLINA (Monilifera). Pyramidal in form. A very 
rapid grower. A desirable tree for the seashore, and for our large cities, 
where escaping gas kills most shade trees. Fifty to sixty I'eet. 
LOMBARDY (Fastigiata). From Italy. Remarkable for its erect, rapid growth, 
and tall, spiry form. Of great value for planting with other trees to break 
the average height and form. Fifty to seventy-five feet. 
SILVER-LEAVED, or WHITE (Alba). Leaves large, green above and pure 
white underneath. Wonderfully rapid growth ; wide-spreading habit. Has 
a bad habit of throwing up suckers from the roots. 
SALISBURIA. 
MAIDEN-HAIR, or GINKO TREE (Adiantifolia). One of the most beautiful 
lawn trees. From Japan. Beautiful, rich, glossy, fern-like foliage. Rapid 
growth. Rare and elegant. A tall, upright grower. 
SYCAMORE (Platanus). 
ORIENTAL (P. orieutalis). As an ornamental tree for large grounds, or as a 
shade tree for street planting, this has no superior. It is a rapid grower, 
attains a large size, and presents a striking combination of majesty and grace- 
lulness. The foliage is heavy and not subject to the ravages of insects. 
THORN, or ENGLISH HAWTHORN (Crata;gus). 
ThQ thorns are dense, low-growing trees, and the varieties which we describe are 
exceedingly ornamental when in bloom. They also stand pruning well, and 
may be trained to assume picturesque tree forms. They are well adapted to 
small enclosures, are entirely hardy, and will thrive in all soils. 
DOUBLE PINK (Rosea flore pleno). A pretty tree at all times, but gorgeous 
in June, when it is covered with double pink blossoms. 
