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Hardy Flowering Struts for Grace and Beauty 
MOCK ORANGE 
VIRGINAL—Blooms throughout the season. 
This is a new and wonderful addition to the 
Mock Orange family hut is far beyond any¬ 
thing in this line that has been brought out 
in the past. It is without question one of the 
most beautiful shrubs and once it becomes 
known will be planted on every home 
ground. Because of its being new the supply 
of this variety is scarce and high priced, but 
we are going to offer these at the following 
low prices as long as our supply of this 
shrub lasts 
2-yr., 2 to 3 ft., 35c Each; 3 for $1.00 
CORONARIUS (Mock Orange)—A tall vig¬ 
orous bush. Abundant dark green foliage. 
Does well in shady places. Fine for cutting. 
18 to 24 in., 25c Each; 3 for 50c 
4-yr., 3 to 4 ft., 35c; 3 for $1.00 
GOLDEN MOCK ORANGE 
Dwarf Shrub with yellow foliage make a 
striking contrast with shrubs or evergreens. 
Fragrant white flowers in June. 
Strong 2-yr. plants, 35c each 
BARBERRY, RED LEAF 
Similar to B. Thunbergi in all respects ex¬ 
cept that the foliage is of a bronzy red color 
which turns to fiery red in autumn. Plant in 
full sun for best results. For hedge size see 
page 18. 
12 to 18 in., 35c; 3 for $1.00 
BARBERRY, GREEN 
No shrub in existance is so generally plant¬ 
ed and has so many practical purposes as 
Japanese Barberry. It hasn’t one serious 
fault, and can be grown semi-shady, moist, 
dry or sunny locations. When grown as spe¬ 
cimen plants or as an edging to taller shrubs 
its graceful arching branches covered with 
the most luxuriant deep green foliage in 
summer and beautiful bright red berries all 
winter; are the most attractive sight imagin¬ 
able. For hedge see page 18. 
Large 18 to 24 in., 35c Each; 5 for $1 
ALL OUR STOCK GUARANTEED 
TO GROW—SEE PAGE 2 
BUSH HONEYSUCKLE 
WEIGELAS 
FLORIBUNDA—The everblooming red Wei- 
gelas floribunda surpasses everything in a 
red-flowering shrub. Much hardier than Eva 
Rathke and a better red flower. The flowers 
commence blooming early in the spring and 
| bloom profusely all summer long. The leaves 
are glossy green. Every customer should 
find a place for several of these beautiful 
shrubs in their border plantings. 
2-yr., 18-24 in., 50c Each; 3 for $1.00 
ROSEA—One of the finest of the family, 
tall growing and vigorous with deep pink 
flowers. They blossom in profusion in June 
1 and show some flowers throughout the seas- 
WEIGELA 
BUSH HONEYSUCKLE 
For a tall hedge to screen an unsightly 
view their is no shrub so valuable, as it 
will grow from 10 to 12 feet high in a 
few years. Besides it is a beautiful thing 
both summer and winter, as it is the first 
shrub to clothe itself with leaves in the 
spring. Its light crimson flowers and lux¬ 
uriant foliage are a delight in summer 
and the thousands of bright berries give 
a charming touch of color to the winter 
landscape. 
2-yr., 18 to 24 in., 25c; 3 for 50 
3 to 4 ft., 35c Each; 3 for $1.00 
35c; 3 for $1.00 
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FIRE BUSH 
BEAUTIFUL SPIREAS 
VAN HOUETTEI—Without doubt, the finest 
of all Spireas, and one of the most useful 
shrubs in cultivation. Blooming in April and 
May, the plant throws out long branches 
that curve and droop to the ground, weight¬ 
ed with a mass of pure white flowers that 
suggest a fountain of snow. A very beauti¬ 
ful sight on the lawn that can be massed or 
planted alone. 
35c Each; 3 for $1.00 
ARGUTA—One of the finest of early flower¬ 
ing shrubs. Blooms with the coming of the 
leaves, a mass of small white flowers. Foli¬ 
age is cut-leaved and verp pleasing in ap¬ 
pearance. 
35c Each; 3 for $1.00 
SWEET SCENTED SHRUB 
CALYCANTHUS—Flower purple, double, 
deliciously scented. Remains in bloom a long 
time. An old favorite in all gardens and 
rpuch prized for its spicy aroma. 
18 to 24 in., 25c; 3 for 50c 
FIRE BUSH 
CYDONIA JAPONICA— 
Very early in the spring 
this fine attractive shrub 
is completely covered with 
dazzling scarlet flowers 
which are followed by 
small fragrant quince¬ 
shaped fruits. Foliage is 
dark glossy green. Very 
desirable for either single 
specimens or hedges, get¬ 
ting its name “Fire Bush” 
from the intense scarlet 
flowers which cover it. 
2-yr., 18-24 in. 50c; 
3 for $1.25 
A REAL $1.55 VALUE 
LARGE HEAVY 
2-YEAR FIELD 
GROWN, PLANTS 
EARLIEST SPRING SHRUB 
COLLECTION “B” 
FOR THE FIRST BLOOMS 
1 Forsythia 2-3 ft. 
1 French Pussy Willow 2 3 ft. 
1 Spirea Arguta 2-3 ft. 
1 Fire Bush 18-24 in. 
CORNUS ELEGANTISSIMA 
CORNUS ELEGANTISSIMA—Grows 4 to 5 feet high, with purplish 
red branches and beautiful silver-variegated foliage. This is one of the 
choicest variegated-leaved shrubs, capable of refined, compact shape 
by pruning, of value both summer and winter. 
CORNUS, RED TWIG—Grows 6 to 10 feet high, with clusters of fine 
white flowers; white berries; stem and branches turning to blood-red 
in winter. A 
CORNUS, YELLOW TWIG—Similar 
to above except that the bark 
is golden yellow. 
Any above Cornus, 
2 to 3 ft., 35c; 
3 for $1.00 
All Shrubs Sent 
Prepaid if You 
Add 10% to Your 
Order for 
Shipping Charges 
WE SEND FREE 
PLANTING 
INSTRUCTIONS 
WITH EVERY ORDER 
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NEW SNOWBERRY 
The Snowberry is the greatest shrub for shady places that 
we have ever seen introduced. It grows to a height of 4 
' feet. Has long branches covered with lacy leaves. The 
branches are covered in late fall was a mass of berries. 
Uon^kgif to plant some of these shrubs in your shady lo- 
IrM'tions. We can furnish these in red and white at 
2-yr., 2 to 3 ft., 35c Each; 3 for $1.00 
2-year, 2-3 ft., 35c Each 
3 for $1.00 
SNOWBERRY 
FRENCH PUSSY WILLOW 
(Salix Discolor) 
A small tree with attractive leaves 
2 inches long by an inch wide. Its 
popular appeal is the conspicious 
silky catkins which bud in the fall, 
and make such delightful “springy” 
bouquets just as the snow is melt¬ 
ing away. 
2-yr., 18 to 24 in., 25c Each 
3 for 50c 
4-yr., 3 to 4 ft., 35c Each 
3 for $1.00 
FORSYTHIA 
SPECTABILIS—The earliest blooming. Lights up the garden 
with glinting masses of yellow very early in the spring, before 
the leaves appear. These bright golden flowers often appear be¬ 
fore the snow is gone and are twice the size of the other varie¬ 
ties. Thrives in any locality. Tall grower. 
18 to 24 in., 25c; 3 for 50c; 2 to 3 ft., 35c; 3 for $1.00 
NOTE: Write for 
Special Prices on 
Quantity Lots for 
Estates, Parks, 
Playgrounds, Etc. 
PLANT 
IN THE 
FALL 
DRESS UP YOUR HOME 
SURPRISE SHRUB COLLECTION “C” 
8 Shrubs—2 Pink, 2 White, 2 Red, 2 Yel¬ 
low. Heavy 2 year clumps for immediate 
effect. Our selection but each will be nam¬ 
ed and labeled. 
We know you will be pleased. 
A GUARANTEED $2 
VALUE ONLY— 
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VALUES IN THINGS YOU NEED 
SPIREA ANTHONY 
WATERER 
ANTHONY WATERER— 
Low-growing, very bushy 
plant that bears small 
heads of bright crimson 
flowers in July and Aug¬ 
ust, or you might say on 
until frost. This variety 
rarely exceeds 3 feet in 
height and is valuable for 
planting in front of taller 
shrubs. 
35c Each; 3 for $1.00 
SPIREA CALOSA FRO- 
BELI—Large flat clusters 
of pink flowers nearly all 
summer. Dwarf in habit. 
Fine for border plantings. 
35c Each; 3 for $1.00 
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