Shade and Ornamental Trees 
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Populus nigra italica LOMBARDY POPLAR 
A very rapid growing narrow columnar tree, useful 
for quick screens or background accents. The tall 
slender columns of green are particularly effective 
bordering a formal drive or avenue. Plant 4 to 8 feet 
apart according to the thickness of the screen desired. 
Poplars should be planted in the spring. 
Height Each 10 
8 to 10 feet $1.00 $9.00 
10 to 12 feet 1.50 13.50 
Prunus cerasifera pissardi PURPLELEAF PLUM 
A handsome small tree or large shrub of vigorous 
upright growth, noted for its conspicuous foliage 
color. The voung leaves are deep crimson as they 
unfold changing to rich purplish maroon which 
persists until autumn. Splendid for color masses or 
as specimens on the lawn or mixed shrub border. 
Height Each 10 
3 to 4 feet $1.00 $9.00 
Quercus bicolor SWAMP WHITE OAK 
A beautiful tall tree of striking grandeur when 
planted in the open. Massive trunk and stout hori¬ 
zontal limbs. Light gray bark. Grows as well in 
wet as in dry soils. Fine yellow fall color. Leaves are 
small and round lobed. 
Height Each 10 
10 to 12 feet $5.50 $50.00 
Quercus coccinea SCARLET OAK 
There is no better Oak than this for general plant¬ 
ing. It forms a large tree of fine proportions. The 
large, shining, green leaves, deeply and sharply 
lobed, are particularly handsome and turn to a fiery 
scarlet in the autumn, lighter and more brilliant in 
color than the Red Oak. Grows anywhere even in 
dry soils and at the seashore. 
Height Each 10 
8 to 10 feet $4.50 $40.00 
10 to 12 feet 5.50 50.00 
Quercus palustris PIN OAK 
A charming medium size cone shaped tree, dis¬ 
tinguished by its straight trunk, the drooping ten¬ 
dency of its lower limbs and its fine, sharply pointed, 
deeply cut leaves. Long lived, yet a very fast grower, 
especially in moist soils. Fall color a brilliant red. 
One of the easiest Oaks to transplant and deservedly 
a great favorite for lawn or street planting. 
Height 
6 to 8 feet 
8 to 10 feet 
12 to 14 feet 
Each 10 
$2.75 $25.00 
4.00 36.00 
7.00 65.00 
Oaks make splendid street and lawn trees. 
Quercus macrocarpa MOSSYCUP OAK 
Very attractive as a shade or ornamental tree. 
Easy to transplant. Grows rapidly in a variety of 
soils. Has few insect enemies. One of the largest of 
American Oaks. 
Height Each 
12 to 14 feet 3 inch caliper $15.00 and up 
14 to 15 feet 4 inch caliper 24.00 and up 
according to specimen selected. 
Quercus rubra RED OAK 
The best all-round Oak. Grows 80 feet tall and is a 
stately specimen for lawn or street planting. The 
broad, handsome leaves (5 to 9 inches long), give 
splendid shade and in the fall are a rich purplish 
crimson. A vigorous grower, quickly developing a 
broad, round head. This rugged monarch grows and 
thrives everywhere, even at the seashore or in ex¬ 
posed places. A small grove of Red Oaks will bring 
wild life to an estate, for many birds delight in its 
shelter and the squirrels are attracted by its acorns. 
Easily transplanted. 
Height 
Each 
10 
6 
to 
8 
feet 
$2.50 
$22.50 
8 
to 
10 
feet 
4.00 
36.00 
10 
to 
12 
feet 
6.00 
55.00 
12 
to 
14 
feet 
8.00 
75.00 
Larger, extra heavy, choice specimens 
3 to 5 inch caliper $12.00 and up 
according to specimen selected. 
Extra heavy, choice specimens 
12 to 14 feet 3 inch caliper $12.00 and up 
according to specimen selected. 
Sorbus aucuparia MOUNTAIN ASH 
A fine ornamental lawn tree with large, handsome, 
many pointed leaves. Grows up to thirty feet. White 
flowers in June. Many large showy clusters of bright 
orange-red berries in early fall. Conspicuous in 
flower and in fruit. 
Height Each 10 
8 to 10 feet $2.00 $18.00 
Lombardy Poplars are very nsejul 
for Jormal effects. 
The delicate beauty of the European Linden adds 
distinction to this lawn. 
Salix babylonica WEEPING WILLOW 
Spreading pendulous branches. Narrow pointed 
leaves. Particularly appropriate for planting by 
water. 
Height Each 10 
8 to 10 feet $2.50 $22.50 
Tilia americana AMERICAN LINDEN 
A fast growing shade or lawn tree with large, 
round shapely crown. The greenish yellow flowers 
in June are very fragrant and attractive to bees. Un¬ 
usually healthy and free from insects. The Lindens 
are much used for formal effect on lawn or avenue. 
Grows to 80 feet tall. Does best in moist, but well 
drained soils. 
Height 
Each 
10 
8 to 10 feet 
$2.50 
$22.50 
10 to 12 feet 
3.00 
36.00 
12 to 14 feet 
4.50 
40.00 
Extra heavy, choice specimens 
12 to 14 feet 3 inch caliper $12.00 and up 
14 to 16 feet 5 inch caliper 24.00 and up 
according to specimen selected. 
TiliacordataLITTLELEAF EUROPEAN LINDEN 
Similar to American Linden, but smaller and slower 
growing with small heart-shaped leaves. Excellent 
for shade. 
Height Each 10 
8 to 10 feet $4.00 $36.00 
10 to 12 feet 5.00 45.00 
Extra heavy, choice specimens 
3 inch to 5 inch caliper $18.00 and up 
according to specimen selected. 
Ulmus americana AMERICAN ELM 
The Queen of native American shade trees. This 
high arching, graceful, towering tree is known and 
loved everywhere for its welcome shade and beautiful 
form. A long lived tree, attaining over 100 feet in 
height. Prefers moist, but well drained soils. 
Height Each 10 
6 to 8 feet $1.00 $9.00 
Ulmus pumila CHINESE ELM 
A new Elm introduced from China where for cen¬ 
turies it has withstood adverse conditions of soil 
and climate. Remarkably free from insect pest and 
diseases. An extremely strong and vigorous grower. 
Use for a quick screen or windbreak, for lawn or 
street planting' 
Height 
Each 
10 
6 to 
8 feet 
$1.50 
$13.50 
8 to 
10 feet 
2.00 
18.00 
10 to 
12 feet 
3.00 
36.00 
The Elm is always graceful and dignified. 
Prices on trees and shrubs are f. o. b. our nursery. Packing for rail shipment extra, at cost. 
