ELM, continued 
Ulmus campestris. English Elm. More densely branched than the 
American, with smaller, darker leaves, retained longer in autumn. 
CATALPA speciosa. Hardy Catalpa. This is the only variety of 
Catalpa we would recommend for the street. Many of the Catalpas 
in Dayton are, unfortunately, the Bignonioides, of low, crooked 
and irregular growth. The Speciosa is regular and upright in its 
habit and is a comely tree. It is furthermore sturdy, and will battle 
successfully against adverse conditions. It is one of the few shade 
trees having attractive flowers. 
FRAXINUS Americana. American White Ash. This is a tall, 
pyramidal form of the native species and is suitable for street plant- 
ing. When a shade tree of moderate cost is wanted the White Ash 
will meet the requirement. 
Cemetery. American Elm (See preceding page) 
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PLATANUS orientalis. Oriental Plane ; European Sycamore; 
Buttonwood. This is one of the oldest cultivated trees known to 
history. It is 
distinct from 
the native Syca- 
more, hardy, 
adaptable to 
all soils, rapid 
grower, endures 
severe pruning 
and is alto- 
gether one of 
the best for 
street and ave- 
nue planting. 
The creamy 
white bark that 
appears as the 
old peels ofl 
gives it a strik- 
ing appearance 
in winter. A row 
of these trees 
may be seen on 
Wyoming street 
at Woodlan d 
Street and Shade Trees 
