PAINESVILLE, OHIO 
Hardy Ornamental Trees 79 
BED BUD (Cercis canadensis) (Judas Tree). A small 
growing’ tree of irregular form, with heart-shaped leaves. 
It is covered with delicate reddish pink blossoms early in 
spring before the leaves appear. This fits in well with 
Dogwoods, Cherries, Crabs, Thorns, etc., in tall groups 
designed specially for spring effectiveness. 
3 to 4 feet, 60c; 4 to 5 feet, 85c; 5 to 6 feet, $1.25. 
ROSE ACACIA (Moss Locust). An elegant shrub, with 
light green pinnate leaves and long graceful clusters of 
pea-shaped, rose-colored flowers in June and often later. 
—Standard (top worked). 3 feet, $1.75. 4 feet, $2.26. 
RUSSIAN OLIVE (Elaeagnus angustifolia). Useful in 
tall dense groups for sharp color contrasts. Tree attains a 
height of from 20 to 30 feet, bark dark green, foliage 
rich silver color, willow shape; flowers deep golden and 
very fragrant, followed by ornamental olive fruits. (See 
illustration on colorpage F). 
2 to 3 feet, 40c. 3 to 4 feet, 50c. 4 to 6 feet, 75c. 
SALISBURIA (Ginkgo or Maiden Hair Tree). A rare 
elegant tree from Japan with singular, almost fern-like 
foliage unlike that of any other tree; of free growth, 
with angular, independent branches each quite distinct. 
5 to 6 feet, $1.50. 6 to 8 feet, $2.50. 
SOFHORA JAPONICA (Pagoda Tree). A beautiful 
round-headed slow-growing Korean tree of true oriental 
appearance, holding its leaves very late. The leaves are 
odd feather-form ; with numerous 2-inch leaflets, oppo¬ 
site, round-based but pointed, lustrous dark green above, 
gray and hairy beneath. The stems and even fairly old 
branches remain bright green. Eventually, long panicles 
of pea-shaped, creamy white flowers will appear. 
3 to 4 feet, $1.25. 4 to 5 feet, $2.00. 
WITCH HAZEL. Valuable because its fringe-like yel¬ 
low flowers open in November. Grows 10 to 15 feet tall, 
with fine leaves that color to yellow, orange or purple in 
fall and drop before the bright yellow flowers appear. 
Likes a moist sandy or peaty soil and partial shade. 
3 to 4 feet, 70c. 4 to 6 feet, $1.00. 
Lombardy. The selective 
appreciation of trained 
landscape builders is 
getting this fine type 
into much more general 
use. Old trees which 
were thoughtfully plac¬ 
ed, are outstanding 
landmarks today ; their 
great height, dense 
slenderness, and sombre 
silhouette against the 
skyline, a picturesque 
effect. 
Each| 6 
6 to 8 ft. $0.60|$3.30 
8 to 10 ft. .751 4.20 
10 to 12 ft. 1.001 5.40 
Ginkgo Tree (Salisburia). 
Lombardy Poplar. 
Reminding you that we have thousands of Specimen tTees. Do not fail to consult 
'us if large trees are desired. 
THE OAKS—Quercus 
Bur, or “Mossy-Cup” (Q. macrocarpa). One of the hardiest 
Oaks, large, with furrowed bark and great wedge-shaped 
leaves. Succeeds best in the lowerlands ; withstands smoke; but 
will not prosper in much shade. 
6 to 8 feet, $3.00. 8 to 10 feet, $4.00. 
Biu- Rroad-based pyramids in habit; described as half-weeping 
when old, because its lower branches touch the ground. Mag¬ 
nificent, darkly lustrous leaves. 
6 to 8 feet, $2.00. 8 to 10 feet, $2.50. 10 to 12 feet, $3.00. 
Bed, a tall tree, with massive, broad top and thick trunk. Of 
comparatively quick growth, with immense, high-coloring 
leaves. 6 to 8 feet, $2.50. 8 to 10 feet, $3.25. 10 to 12 feet, $4.00. 
FLOWERING PEACH 
Beautiful small trees mainly used as and with shrubs. At their 
blooming time in May, every twig and branch is bright with 
perfectly formed double flowers. 
Double Red. A deep rose-red shade; very bright. 
Double White. Exquisite in the purity of its whiteness. 
Both colors: 2 to 3 feet, 40c; 3 to 4 feet, 55c; 4 to 5 feet 75c. 
THE POPLARS - Populus 
Bolleana (Silver Leaf). 
Useful in breaking the 
monotony of lower 
round-topped trees. Will 
grow quickly to a tall 
spire. Its leaves are 
glossy green, silvery be¬ 
neath, creating an at¬ 
tractive flashing effect 
when stirred by the 
winds. Often used in 
landscaping against 
blank wall spaces of 
high public buildings. 
6 to 8 ft. 
8 to 10 ft. 
10 to 12 ft. 
Each 
$0.75 
1.00 
6 
54.20 
5.40 
1.25 6.60 
