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ILLUSTRATED AND DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE 
ORNAMENTAL DEPARTMENT. 
Suggestion# to Planters. The extremes in temperature in this country are so great and the 
changes often so sudden that it is safe only to plant the most hardy ornamental trees and shrubs. 
Those varieties that will grow in the nursery when young without protection in winter maybe re- 
garded as safe to plant in parks and extensive grounds and in lawns and small places. Yet a few 
of the most beautiful sorts are not perfectly hardy and will be greatly benefitted by some protec- 
tion during severe winters. A judicious selection from the many varieties given in this catalogue 
will enable the planter to accomplish his desire in securing that which will give him satisfaction 
both in hardiness and in effect. 
For Parks and Extensive Grounds. In making selections of trees for this purpose there can 
be no difficulty, as there will be places for some of all the popular strong growing sorts as well as 
many places for the smaller and more ornamental varieties, which are frequently planted in 
groups, and when by a proper selection so that there may be a succession of flowering and a vari- 
ety of coloring of the foliage in the autumn, they make a picturesque appearance. But it cannot 
be too strongly urged upon planters the importance and value of flowering shrubs for effective 
masses and groups. All of the hardy varieties, such as Althea, Forsythea, Weigelias, Calycanthus, 
Dcutzia, Snowball, Hydrangia, Lilac, Syringa, Japan Quince, Fringe— purple and white— Daphitie, 
Thornes, Almonds, Anemone, Pacones, Phlox and many others when arranged cither in groups or 
properly distributed produce a magnificent effect, and what grand masses of bloom can be had 
throughout the season by proper use of the various families. The purple and variegated leaved 
trees and shrubs may also be planted in such a manner as to afford a rich and striking contrast. 
For Lawns and Small Places. A little more care may be taken in making selections for this 
purpose, although the selections will depend very much on the size of the ground to be occupied. 
Where only a few trees and shrubs can be planted, the medium or small growing sorts, and 
those that display the finest appearance both in foliage and flowers should be used. While on 
larger places a more extensive assortment can be planted. 
Evergreens. It is unnecessary to argue in favor of the planting of this noble species of orna- 
mental trees. Their stately appearance have too often caught the eye of the admirer of beautiful 
landscapes, parks, lawps and home places and left its lasting impression on the mind, to be for- 
gotten or overlooked in arranging the planting of even small grounds. Nothing is more beauti- 
ful than a well arranged group of select Evergreens, and when properly distributed singly over 
the grounds their appearance adds greatly to the scenery. 
When and How to Plant, Prune, Ete. The same directions as are given in the front pages of 
this catalogue will apply to ornamental trees and shrubs. Spring is the best time to plant 
Evergreens, yet autumn planting is attended with success when properly protected during the 
winter. Little pruning is necessary on the Pines, Spruces, etc. It is necessary to shorten in to 
thicken the growth and preserve the shape and this should be done just before the buds begin to 
swell in the spring. Arborvitses, Cypress, Junipers, Cedars, etc., can be shortened in or sheared 
any time during the growing season. Too much care cannot be taken to keep the roots of Ever- 
greens from being exposed to the asmosphere while out of the ground, and a protection the first 
year from the sun and winds by a lattice work of thin lath will aid in securing the life and growth 
of many Evergreens. 
DECIDUOUS TREES. 
AILAXTUS. (Tree of Heaven) . Glandulosa. From Japan; a lofty, rapid growing tree, with long, 
elegant, feathery foliage, exempt from all diseases and insects; one of the most distinct of 
ornamental trees with pinnate foliage. 
ALDER ( Alnus .). European ( Glutinosa .) A tree of rapid growth, suitable for damp soils, but thriv- 
ing well everywhere. 
Imperial Cut-Leaved ( Lasciniata Imperialis ). A very striking and beautiful tree, with delicate 
and beautiful cut leaves; hardy and of vigorous growth; one of the finest cut-leaved trees 
in cultivation. 
Lasciniata ( Cut-Leaved Alder). From Northern France; a very ornamental variety, with lark 
green and deeply serrated foliage. 
ALMOND. Largo Double-Flowering {Amygdalus). A beautiful little tree which bears a profusion 
of double rose-colored blossoms in the early spring. 
