HARDY ORNAMENTAL TREES AND SHRUBS. 439 
Fraxlnus (Ash).— The Common Ash (F. excelsior; is a 
native of Britain, and grows freely in woodlands, copses, hedge- 
rows, etc. Although an ornamental tree it is rarely grown in 
gardens, except in large shrubberies. The Weeping Ash 
(F. e. pendula) is, however, a favourite garden tree as, when 
large, its long drooping branches make a fine shady arbour 
in summer, besides having a graceful appearance on the lawn. 
There are golden and silver variegated forms of the common 
species, as well as other varieties, but the best for garden pur- 
poses is the Weeping Ash. The Manna or Flowering Ash (F. 
Ornus) is a handsome flowering tree, growing 20 to 30ft. high, 
a native of S. Europe, and bearing greenish-white flowers in 
clusters in May and June. This species makes a good speci- 
men tree for the lawn or mixed shrubbery, and does well in 
town gardens. A deep, rich loamy soil suits the Ash best. 
Plant in autumn. The Weeping and Flowering Ashes are 
budded or grafted on the Common Ash. 
Ginkgo (Maidenhair Tree). — The only species is G. bi- 
loba, better known as Salisburia adiantifolia. This is a 
Japanese deciduous conifer, growing 60ft. high and upwards, 
and a very beautiful tree either in summer or autumn. Its 
leaves are much like the pinnules of the Maidenhair Fern, hence 
its common name. The leaves change to a lovely yellow tint 
in autumn. A warm sheltered position and a deep loamy soil 
is needful to grow this beautiful tree well. It is a slow grower. 
Plant in autumn. Increased by sowing imported seed in sandy 
soil in a cold frame in spring. 
Griselinia. — Hardy evergreen shrubs, one species only 
(G. littcralis) of which is worth growing. This is a native of 
New Zealand, has leathery, toothed, glossy leaves, and is grown 
for its foliage only. Belongs to the Dogwood family (Corna- 
ceae). Height 10 to 12ft. Plant in autumn or spring in light 
loam it sheltered shrubberies. Increased by cuttings and layers 
in autumn. 
Gymnocladus (Kentucky Coffee Tree). — G. canadensis, 
a native of N. America, is a hardy deciduous tree with pinnate 
leaves, which imparts to it a very elegant appearance in 
summer. It grows about 20ft. high, and thrives best in a rich 
loam ir a partially shaded position. Plant in autumn. In- 
creased by cuttings of the root. 
Hippophae (Sea Buckthorn).— H. rhamnoides is the only 
species of this genus, and this is a naturalised shrub on many 
of our s;a-shores in England, Scotland and Ireland. It belongs 
to the Oleaster family (Elaeagnacese), and bears its male and 
