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MAY'S CATALOGUE OF NORTHERN GROWN SEEDS, BULBS, PLANTS AND FRUITS. 
ORNAMENTAL AND SHADE TREE5 FOR THE LAWN AND STREET. 
. . ... ^, " M — — — — ^-.j uvvu handling this class of stock and 
varied experience which enables us to select only such varieties as are known to prove satislactorv- in all sections. AU 
' thus giving it an abundance of fine fibrous roots. 
have had a wide and ^. , 
stock has been transplanted unless otherwise noted 
Ash White ^ native variety of fine habit of growth; 
M~m^mm ttiii^w. especially adapted to large lawns and street 
planting. Seedlings 12 to 15 inches high.' loc each, $1.00 per doz. 
Rtrch Whitf ^ known native variety growing in 
a.»iviM TTmiit.v^. symmetrical form, with long, slender 
branches and narrow, tapering, shining leaves. 15 to 18 inches 
high. IOC each, $1.00 per doz. postpaid. 
R<1Y FIdfr LEAVED MAPLE.) The great cree for 
UVA. L^iu^i , Western Prairies. 18 to 34 inches 2 year seed. 
IOC each, 7sc per doz. postpaid. 10 to 12 Inches i year seed, loc each, 
50c per doz. postpaid. 
Ruttefnil't' A native tree of medium size, spreading head, 
a^ua.wvi iiu>.. and grayish colored bark. Nut oblong, rough 
and very delicious. 4 ft. 40c each by express. 
Catalpa Bignonoides. tifh'vef; "i^l^^e, 1.ea"t"stt 
leaves and pyrainulal clusters a foot long, of purple and white very 
fcagrant flowers. Blooms late in June; very beautiful. 13 to 15 
inches, loc each, $1.00 per doz. 
Cnfn\nft Sriff incsi ^ variety, native to some parts of 
WdUlipct apetlOSa. the West. It is very hardy aid well 
adapted for street or lawn planting. It produces large, very showy 
blossoms in July which are followed by long, graceful seed pods, 
■which hang till late fall. The leaves are very large, heart-shaped 
and of most be.'iutiful appearance. 10 to 12 Inches. 75c per doz. 
The Hardy Japan Chestnut. LTs?and'as'?hey 
can be grown in almost any location, and thrive with little care and 
attention, they should be planted more largely. This new and de- 
sirable chestnut is a native of Northern Japan. It is extremely 
hardy, a vigorous grower of symmetrical form; matures its fruits 
cjirly, and bears when verj' young, and is extremely productive. 
The nuts grow in clusters; the moat is sweet and of "the very best 
quahty. 10 to 12 inches. 35c each, $2.50 per doz. 
Cottnnwnnd (Canadian poplar.) a tail, rapid grow- 
%i/ut.i,viiwuuu. native tree, with broad leaves. Es- 
pecially useful for windbreaks, groves and street planting. 
Seedlings loc each, 50c per doz. postpaid. 
Rim Amf^ricjtn a native tree of large size, with open, 
JU.1III, milCIIk^ll. spreading head and graceful drooping 
branches. Succeeds w6Il in all sections and one of the best trees for 
street planting that can be grown. 18 to 24 Inches, loc each, 
Ii.oo per doz. postpaid. 
PIlTl ^ffltfh A fine spreading tree of rapid growh and 
r"'"» beautiful toliage. 15 to 18 inches. 19c each, 
$1.00 per doz. postpaid. 
KentUckv Cnfff»f» Xrf»*» a fine native trei of medium 
, ■ iree. ^ize. rapid, upright growth, 
with rough bark, stiff, blunt shoots and feathery foliage of a bluish 
green color. 12 to 15 Inches, loc each. $1.00 per doz. postpaid. 
Linden, European. A.e':"^^!!^.r'tl?^e "elVef '\Td 
fragrant blossoms. 12 to 18 inches. lOC each, $1.00 per doz. postpaid. 
Linden Rroad I fUVf^ti similar in appcaram-e to 
lUlllUCIl, orUdU LCdVeU. the above, but distinguished 
from It by Its larger and rougher leaves. .2 to 18 inches. 15c each, 
91.25 per duz. postpaid. 
|jQ/*||ct (VISCOSA.) A native variety bearing short racemes 
of delicate rose colored flowers, in early 'une. A very 
distinct antl beautiful variety. 13 to 15 inches, loc each, $i.ao per 
doz. po.<itpaid. 
Locust (VELLOW.) A fair sized tree, with feathery foliage, 
bearing racemes of yellowish, fragrant flowers the 
first ol June. 12 to 15 inches, loc each, 75c per doz. postpaid. 
Mountain Ash, European. ctens"e^ a,'Toy^'J^!l 
firom July till winter, with great clusters of bright, scarlet berries. 
It is very attractive and ornamental, as well as useful for shade. 
Fine for lawn planting. 12 to 15 Inches, loc each. $1.00 per doz. . 
Magnolia Acuminata, (cucumber tree.) a beau- 
^.'^ , •••««•*«.»». tiful pyramidal tree attaining 
a height cf fiO to 75 feet. The leaves of bluish green color arc from 
6 to 9 inches long, very shapely and striking in appearance. The 
Bowers are yellow, tinted with bluish purple. Fruit when green 
resembles a cucumber, hence its name. 13 to 18 Inches, loc each, 
ti.o o per doz. p ostpaid. 
Popl 
Manle SrhwerdlpH •*■ German variety, of remark- 
ITlctpiC, 0(,.lIWCrUlCri. aWe beautv and hardiness. The 
youn^ leaves and shoots are a blight, gleaming red, turning to 
purphsh green as autumn approaches. An elegant and most showy 
tree for the lawn or street being at all times beautiful when in leaf. 
18 to 24 inches. 40c each, $4.00 per doz. postpaid. 
rianle Siberian perfectly hardy and exceedingly 
1 IcipiC, OlUCridll. beautiful either for groups or specimeni. 
The leaves curn a beautiful red, early in autumn. This variety is 
comparatively new and destined to become very popular. 8 to 12 
Inches, loc each, $1.00 per doz. postpaid. 
Manle Tartarian a distinct and attractive dwarf tree, 
J^' °f hand.some appearance. Thi 
small light colored leaves, shade to a beautiful scarlet in autumn. 
A moderate grower and valuable for grouping. 8 to 12 incbes 
ISC each, $1.25 per doz. 
ars These are all rapid growers forming large trees in a 
, few years. For lawn shade.for wind-breaks or screens 
they are invaluable. The varieties we offer are all perfectly hardy 
and vigorous growcr.s 
BOLLEANA. A compact growing variety, which resembles the 
Lombardy. Leaves are glossy green above and silvery beneath. 
■ 8 to 24 Inches. IOC each, $1.00 per doz. postpaid. 
CAROLINA. Pyramidal in form with large glossy , pale green leaves 
A most valuable variety. 18 to 24 Inches. loc each, $1.00 per doz. 
postpaid. 
QOLD LEAF. The folvage of this variety has a decided golden tint 
which lasts throughout the season. Very useful for ornamental 
Elanting. 18 to 24 Inches, loc each, $i.ao per doz. postpaid. 
OMBARDY. Well known and remarkable for its erect, rapid 
growth and tall spiry form. Attains a height of from 100 to l.^iO 
feet. A very graceful and beautiful tree. 18 to 24 Inches, loc each, 
$1.00 per doz. postpaid. 
SILVER. Of wonderful rapid growth and wide, spreading habit. 
Leaves large, glossy green above and white underneath. Prefers a 
moist soil, but flourishes cvcrywhene. 18 to 24 Inches, loc each 
$1.00 per doz. postpaid. 
Tulin Tree ^ magnificent native tree of tall and rapid 
H ■ » growth. The leaves are large, glossy and very 
oddly shaped. The blossoms are large, tulip shaped, of pale yellow 
and rich orange color and are most attractive and showy. 
13 to IS Inches, loc each, $1.00 per doz. postpaid. 
Willows These are very useful for lawns, water side plant- 
' »««vf ITT i3, i„g shade and screens; thev grow rapidly in all soils 
and quickly form large trees. They are perfectly hardy, transplant 
well and are at all times graceful and p.-etty. 
BABVLONICA. A native of Asia. The common and well known 
Weeping Willow. It grows to an immense size and is one of the first ' 
trees to "grow up" in the spring. 12 to 15 Inches, loc each, 
75c per doz. postpaid. 
aOAT WILLOW. (Caprea.) A large bush like variety, which is very 
ornamental when its catkins are expanded in tiic carlv spring. 
Commonly called the "Pussy Willow." 12 to 18 inches, 'loc each 
75c per doz. postpaid. 
GOLDEN BARK WILLOW. Greatly valued for the winter cfl'ect of its 
bright, golden bark. It is especially showy when planted in large 
groups. Should be severely trimmed each winter to produce a 
quantity of brilliant young growths. For Prices see page 109. 
QOLDEN WEEPING WILLOW. Another variety with golden yellow 
bark and drooping branches. It grows to a medium size and is 
very ornamental. For prices see page 109. 
LAUREL LEAVED. Leaves broad, dark green and very glotsy. 
Valuable for narrow streets and tall hedges, as it can be clipped 
to standard form like a bay tree. In winter the bark is bright green 
and very attractive. 13 to 18 Inches, loc each, 7sc per doz. 
postpaid, 
ROSEMARY. This variety has small, light green foliage and slender 
twigs. It forms large, round heads and is very desirable for lawn 
planting. 12 to 18 inches, loc each, 7sc per doz. postpaid. 
WISCONSIN WEEPINQ. Of similar drooping habit to the Babvlonica, 
but much hardier, resisting cold to a remarkable degree and nev"- 
winter killing in the least. For Prices see page 109. 
Pedigree Berkshire Pigs. 
We have as pure a tvpe 
, J . ^. , ^, , — of pedigreed 'tock as can 
be found in thf Northwest. Thev are unusually hardy of h gh 
»italpower,s_^asily fattened, prolific" breeders and less liable to disejTse 
.z:^ _ _ than other breeds. 
Their flesh is ofthc high- 
est quality. The pret- 
tiest and most profitable 
kind known. 
CRATING. 
We box these in stron*?, 
light, com for table 
crates, put feed and 
water in box and de- 
liver free on beard cars 
at Lakeland. Custom- 
ers must pay transpor- 
tation charges. All or- 
ders will be filled In Ro> 
tation as received. 
Price. Single pig 2 to 
a months old, $1,5.00. 
P.'u'r. bcnr and sow, 
»•„>.-,. 00. Three, 1 boar 
and 2 sows, $35.00. 
White Plymouth Rocks. l^oo^^^^cl'Z^^^V^^^t 
ing at Mayfield, we have the Purest Strain of these Beautiful Chickens 
that can be produced. They are most beautiful fowls, with pure white 
plumage. They are very 
prolific layers and make 
excellent mothers, are not 
prone to wander like some 
kinds, while their meat is 
always fine grained, sweet 
and delicious. Owing to 
their large size and their 
great laying qualities, they 
are the most profitable 
kind a fanner can raise. 
Owing to a llmlte ' stock 
we do not offer the fowls 
this sea.ton but o'niv the 
eegs. These can only be sent 
by express at purchasers 
expense. We will ship only 
fresh laid eggs of the gen- 
uine stock packed in the 
most apppoved manner. 
$i.5ofori3, $3.7sfor3o. 
