EARL E. MAY'S 1934 CATALOG OF SEEDS AND NURSERY STOCK 
Bose Tree of China 
ROSE TREE or CHINA (Prunus Triloba). A dou¬ 
ble Flowering Plum. Early in the spring before 
leaves appear the whole bush is covered with 
fleecy clouds of beautiful, double, pink blossoms 
on the long slender branches. A semi-dwarf 
grower. Hardy everywhere. 18-24 in., 35c each; 
2-3 ft., 45c each; 3-4 ft., 60c each. 
Purple Fringe 
RHUS COTINUS. Also known as Smoke Tree. Its 
name was given because it is entirely covered 
in midsummer by mist-like clouds of tiny flowers, 
light lavender in color when fresh and give the 
impression of smoke at a distance. A very line 
shrub that you’ll enjoy. 18-24 in., 45c each. 
-^Rose Acacia 
Rose Tree of China 
FLOWERING- LOCUST. It is the shrub you see 
pictured in the back of the book. A very beautiful 
light green locust-like leaf; covered with long, 
graceful clusters of pea- 
shaped, rose-colored 
flowers in June, and it 
often flowers later in the 
summer. 18-24 in., 20c 
- each; 2-3 ft., 30c each. 
Rose of Sharon 
(Althea.) These are the color spots for Fall 
just as Lilacs and Weigelas are for Spring. 
They flower in September in all different shades 
of red, white, pink and purple. Needs Winter 
protection when planted in same latitude or 
North of Shenandoah. 
DOUBLE RED, PURPLE, PINK or WHITE, 
Tour choice of color. 12-18 in., 20c each; 
18-24 in., 25c each; 2-3 feet, 30c each. 
Snowball or Viburnum Althea (Rose of sharon) 
The Snowball gives, in Spring, the same 
showy effect that Hydrangeas produce in Fall. 
Viburnums are very valuable as shrubbery borders. Grows fine in shade. 
HIGH BUSH CRANBERRY (Opulus). I have two bushes in my back 
yard, both about 8 to 10 feet high. They are loaded with white flowers 
in May and clusters of red berries in the early Fall. Bush has a spread¬ 
ing habit. 12-18 in., 20c each; 18-24 in., 25c each; 2-3 ft., 30c each. 
★ OLD-FASHIONED SNOWBALL (Opulus Sterilis). Grows about 6 to 8 
feet tall. The old-fashioned Snowball that grows almost everywhere 
and always flowers so abundantly. It is indeed beautiful and should 
be in everyone’s yard. White flowers in "Snowball” clusters. 12-18 in., 
20c each; 18-24 in., 25c each; 2-3 ft., 30c each. 
Snowberry 
SNOWBERRY, WHITE. Bears delicate pink flow¬ 
ers followed by large clusters of beautiful white 
berries in the Fall. Hardy. 18-24 in., 20c each; 
2-3 ft., 25c each. 
SNOWBERRY CHENAULTI. This new shrub has 
fine, delicate, gracefully drooping branches. The 
flowers are a bright pink and are followed by 
masses of bright red berries which hang on a long 
time. An improved Coral Berry I would like to 
have you try in your garden. 12-18 in., 20c each; 
18-24 in., 25c each. 
Snowberry 
Earl May’s Spireas 
The Spirea family is one of the most popular because of the hardiness 
of the shrub itself, attractiveness of the foliage, and the beautiful flowers 
that bloom on them. They aie easy to grow and there are many differ¬ 
ent varieties. I am listing the following for you. 
★ ANTHONY WATERER. This is the ever-blooming Red Dwarf. (Pic¬ 
tured in color, page 61.) A good one for dwarf hedge or border. The 
color is bright crimson. It is a dwarf, dense grower, hardly exceeding 
30 inches. Hardy everywhere. Bright crimson flowers are borne in 
clusters often 3 inches across. Blooms almost constantly from June 
until frost. 12-18 in., 20c each; 18-24 in., 25c each. 
CALLOSA ALBA (White Japanese Spirea). This is the White Dwarf. 
Foliage light, healthy green. Blooms from June until Fall. Fine for 
mass or foundation planting. Be sure to plant a few of these. 12-18 
in., 20c each; 18-24 in., 25c each; 
★ BILLIARDI or RED BRIDAL WREATH. This slender dense shrub 
grows 6 feet high. Blooms July-September and has dense spikes 
of rich pink flowers. Succeeds even in dry localities. Especially fine 
for using in bouquets. 12-18 in., 20c each; 18-24 in., 25c each; 2-3 ft., 
30c each. 
A LARGE FLOWERING' BRIDAL WREATH (Van Houtte). I consider 
laf this the very best shrub for individual planting or hedge planting. 
Generally known as the leader of ornamental shrubs for hardiness. Will 
stand drought; does not winter kill. Its graceful branches are covered 
with a blanket of pure white blooms from May up until June. Many use 
it for hedging purposes. 
Each 
Per 10 
Per 25 
Per 100 
$0.10 
.15 
.20 
.25 
$0.65 
.85 
1.00 
1.75 
$1.25 
1.75 
2.25 
3.50 
$ 4.25 
6.00 
8.00 
12.50 
2 to 3 ft. 3 yr. 
FROEBEL. Deep pink, semi-dwarf. May-June. Just a little taller than 
Anthony Waterer. Young leaves tinged purple turning red in Autumn. 
Desirable for planting in front of taller growing shrubs. 18-24 in., 20c 
each; 2-3 ft., 25c each. 
THUNBERGI (White Feathery-Leaved Spirea). Blooms in April and 
May. Beautiful graceful bush. Splendid for border planting. Branches 
bear innumerable white flowers on tiny stems. Fine for planting along 
water. Bright autumn foliage. 18-24 in., 20c each; 2-3 ft., 25c each. 
YELLOW NINEBARK. This is a very vigorous growing Spirea. The 
leaves of this variety are a golden yellow. After the flowering season 
Most Popular Varieties of Shrubs 
and Where They Should Be Planted 
Tall Growing for Corners and Heavy Planting 
8 Feet 
and Up 
Golden Elder 
Dogwood Siberica 
Lilacs 
Mock-Orange—Syringa 
Bush Honeysuckle 
High Bush Cranberry 
Snowball 
Spirea Van Houtte 
Medium Height for 
Foundation Planting 
Viburnum Dentatum 
Weigela 
Japan Quince 
Spirea Van Houtte 
Hydrangea P. G. 
Deutzia Lemoine 
Deutzia P. of R. 
Spirea Billiardi 
Dwarf-Growing 
for “Front Line” 
Planting, 
2 to 5 Feet 
White Feathery Leaf 
Snowberry 
Spirea 
Spirea Froebel 
White Japanese Spirea Hydrangea A. G. 
Barberry Thunbergi 
Deutzia Gracilis 
Spirea Anthony Waterer 
Shrubs for Shady Locations 
Van Houtte Spirea 
Honeysuckles 
Japanese Barberry 
Golden Bell 
Snowberry 
Privets 
Dogwood 
Deutzias 
Hydrangea 
Mock-Orange 
Shrubs with Attractive Berries 
Barbel ry 
Snowberry 
Honeysuckles 
Privets 
Elder 
High Bush Cranberrv 
Dogwood 
Holly Shrub 
is over, the flowers are fol¬ 
lowed with orange colored 
pea pods. 18-24 in., 20c each; 
2-3 ft., 25c each. 
Sumac 
Native, hardy shrubs, fine 
foliage. 
STAGHORN SUMAC (Ty- 
phina). Picturesque and 
rugged. Flowers during June 
and July in dense terminal 
panicles, followed by impres¬ 
sive red fruits. Velvety 
branches. 18-24 in., 20c each; 
2-3 ft., 25c each. 
SHREDDED SUMAC. A tall 
growing, finely cut shrub 
with fern-like foliage. Bril¬ 
liantly colored in fall. Downy 
branches. 18-24 in., 25 c 
each; 2-3 ft., 30c each. 
Sweet-Scented 
Shrub 
CALYCANTHUS. Called by 
many, “All-spice.” Blooms in 
June. Chocolate colored flow¬ 
ers. Wood and leaves of a 
delightful fragrance. Very 
strong, upright grower. 18-24 
in., 20c each; 2-3 ft., 25c 
each. 
Spirea Callosa 
Alba 
Fern-like foliage 
of Shredded 
Sumac 
Syringa Mock-Orange 
No garden is quite complete unless it has some 
of these old-fashioned shrubs. Strong' grower in sun 
or partial shade. No insect enemies. 
★ VIRGINAL. Almost ever-blooming. A magnifi¬ 
cent new variety literally covered with loads 
of fragrant double white flowers. It is something 
new and different, quite distinct from any other 
variety of Syringa. 12-18 in., 20c each; 18-24 in., 
25c each; 2-3 ft., 30c each. 
SWEET MOCK ORANGE (Coronarius). Grows 10 
to 12 feet tall. Blooms in very graceful sprays. 
Large, white flowers delightfully scented. Blooms 
in May. 12-18 in., 20c each; 18-24 in., 25c each: 
2-3 ft., 30c each. 
“FASTEST GROWING 
TREE” 
“Dear Mr. May: I got 
one of your Chinese 
Elm Trees on April 18, 
1932 and it was 32 in. 
high. On Sept. 18 it 
measured 108 in.—an 
average growth of al¬ 
most half an inch a 
day. It is fine looking 
and the fastest growing 
tree I ever put out. 
J. O. Key, Sharpsburg, 
Iowa.” 
It’s roots that make trees and shrubs grow. Mine hare plenty of roots on them. 
