An Effective Planting in Evergreens 
Coniferous Evergreens 
We give special attention to the propagation and cultivation of Evergreens. Our collection and stock is 
by far the largest in New England, and compares favorably with any in America. We have eliminated from 
our lists many tender species and varieties which cannot be grown successfully in our northern climate without 
being injured in winter. 
Evergreen Plantings. Their exquisite winter aspect and their varying shades of color through the year 
give them the highest value in ornamental planting, while the hardiest forms have great utility when used as 
windbreaks, screens and shelters. Along the scacoast, the Scotch and Austrian pines form barriers against 
the high winds, behind which large and valuable plantations of tenderer deciduous trees and shrubs are grad- 
ually established. Their value and utility in almost every location cannot be overlooked. 
Evergreens in Tubs. We carry in stock a large variety of Evergreens established in pots or tubs. These 
arc extra-selected specimens, both as to shape and color, and are particularly adapted for hall and veranda 
decoration, but can with safety at any time be transplanted to the open ground. The prices are same as 
regular stock, with cost of tubs added. 
Evergreens can be Transplanted safely from open ground during the months of April, May, August and 
September. We ship no Evergreens which have not been transplanted several times. An Evergreen which 
has not been transplanted is often a finer specimen than transplanted stock, but it is of little value to the 
buyer. The larger sizes are shipped with compact balls of roots wrapped in burlap. This method of handling 
insures the plants against loss. 
The Soil. All Evergreens prefer well-drained, good soil, although certain kinds flourish upon light, thin 
soil, and in exposed situations. This is true of some of the Pines, and the Firs especially, which we note in 
connection with our accompanying description of the various varieties. 
The Planting. In planting all Evergreens, the soil should be firmly and thoroughly pressed down in 
close contact with all the roots. The latter should never be allowed to get dry before or after planting. Once 
dry, an Evergreen has small chance of living. Heavy watering at the time of planting, no manure in contact 
with the roots, and thick mulching of the soil over the roots after planting, are the essentials of success with 
Evergreens. 
Abbreviations. — Size. L, large; M, medium; S, small; D, dwarf; VD, very dwarf. Rapidity of 
growth, r, rapid; m, medium; s, slow; v, vigorous. 
FUMIGATION AND INSPECTION 
Our nurseries are inspected twice each year by the State Entomologist, and are kept free from all 
insects and pests; but in order to insure our patrons that everything is perfectly free from scale, pests, 
etc., we will, on request, fumigate any goods shipped to them. 
5 
