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THE BARNES BROS. NURSERY CO., YALESVILLE, CONN. 
SPRUCE, NORWAY. Similar to the White, but more rapid grower, and coarser foliage. 
SPRUCE, COLORADO BLUE. This magnificent tree is a native of the Rocky Mountains, 
and very hardy. It is of fine compact habit and of very symmetrical growth. 
The rich blue of its foliage makes a marlced contrast to the green of other trees. 
SPRUCE, KOSTER'S BLUE. Unquestionably the most beautiful of the spruces for garden 
or lawn. It is grafted from the bluest strain that can be found, the famous Koster 
variety. , j i 
HEMLOCK. A graceful and beautiful tree, with drooping branches, and delicate dark 
foliage. 
DECIDUOUS SHRUBS 
These are much smaller than trees, and occupy much less space. They are very valu- 
able planted as single specimens in the door yard, or in groups or masses, and a little plan- 
ning in setting the kinds in the group will readily bring out the greatest individual beauty 
of the different kinds. 
Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora 
Hardy shrubs like the Weigelas, Deutzias, Spireas, Hydrangeas, etc., when planted 
in masses produce a magnificent effect. What grand masses of bloom can be had through- 
out the season by proper use of the various families! Then the purple and variegated- 
leaved trees and shrubs may also be planted in such a manner as to afford a rich and strik- 
ing contrast. Highly effective groups can be formed of trees and shrubs possessing bright- 
colored bark in winter. 
Deciduous trees, shrubs and vines tan be planted either in spring or fall. By the 
proper use of the pruning knife or shears, the plants may be kept in handsome shape and 
proper size. 
The best time for pruning all shrubs is when they have done flowenng. 
While our energies have been largely devoted to growing fruit stock, we are increasing 
yearly our ornamental stock and are prepared to meet the increasing demand in this line. 
We have much land well suited for the propagation of ornamental stocks which we are utiliz- 
ing, and all those who are thinking of beautifying their home grounds will do well to corres- 
pond with us, submit their lists or let us advise, and we can quote special terms on large 
orders. 
AZALEA (Mollis) . Few classes of plants give a greater range of colors. These are especially 
attractive when planted in groups. Flowers appear in great profusion before the 
leaves in Spring. 
A. SPINOSA. HERCULES CLUB. A native plant, valuable for producing tropical effects. 
ALMOND, DOUBLE PINK. Small, rose-like flowers in May, before leaves appear. 
ALMOND, DOUBLE WHITE. Similar to the pink, but flowers are pure white. 
ALTHEA in variety, blooming in August and September. Double and single red, white, 
purple and combinations of these colors, also with variegated foliage. 
BARBERRY PERPUREA. Purple foliage. 
BARBERRY THUNBERGII. Beautiful foliage and berries in autumn. 
B. VULGARIS. EUROPEAN BARBERRY. A handsome deciduous shrub, with yellow flowers in 
terminal drooping racemes in May or June, followed with orange scarlet fruit. 
