CHINESE ELM 
Northern Strain 
The U. S. Department of Agriculture Bulletin says: “Chinese Elm is 
a rapid grower with slender, almost wiry branches; is one of the first 
trees to leaf out in the spring and the last to shed its leaves in the fall. 
Remarkably free from the usual plant diseases and insect injury so com¬ 
mon to the Elm. It is very hardy and has proven valuable under greater 
variations of climate and soil conditions than any tree yet introduced. 
Its resistance to drought, alkali and extremes of temperature render it 
especially valuable. The Chinese Elm is adapted to any part of the 
United States. For windbreak or screen, its natural habit of branching 
from the ground if left untrimmed, makes it especially desirable. It will 
thrive where other trees could never exist and will grow to a height of 
60 feet, attaining a girth of 12 feet, though can be easily controlled by 
pruning. Luxurious shade may be enjoyed in just a few short years and 
some specimens have reached a height of 23 to 25 feet in 4 years, with 
a spread of 18 feet.” 
CHINESE ELM—For Windbreak and Screen Plantings. Easy to 
grow—quick to grow—cheap! Plant in double rows 12 to 15 feet apart 
and 4 to 5 feet apart in the row. After the first year it will take care 
of itself. Unless trimmed up for a shade tree, the value of Chinese Elm 
is to grow low to the ground—-ideal for a windbreak. Many old farm 
windbreaks are “up in the air,” letting the wind howl through under¬ 
neath. Plant out Northern Chinese Elm and stop that ground sweep of 
wind. Keep the snow from piling up around the buildings. A small 
investment will work wonders. Take advantage of these low prices to 
plant this year. 
Screen Unsightly Views. Chinese Elm is unequalled for quick grow¬ 
ing, efficient screen for unsightly objects and views. They are cheap 
and can be used freely. Plant this spring. 
Prices of Deciduous Windbreak Trees 
10 
50 
100 
500 
1000 
Ash . 
12-18 in. 
#1.00 
#1.50 
#7.00 #12.85 
18-24 in. 
1.35 
2.15 
8.85 
16.65 
2-3 ft. 
1.95 
2.95 
12.45 
23.85 
Chinese Elm— 
Standard . 
. 6-12 in. 
1.35 
5.95 
10.65 
Standard . 
12-18 in. 
1.85 
7.95 
14.35 
Heavy branched ... 
12-18 in. 
2.35 
9.85 
18.35 
Standard . 
18-24 in. 
#0.50 
1.75 
2.55 
10.65 
19.85 
Heavy branched . .. 
18-24 in. 
.60 
2.15 
2.95 
12.65 
23.45 
Standard . 
.. 2-3 ft. 
.70 
2.25 
3.25 
14.63 
28.45 
Heavy branched . .. 
.. 2-3 ft. 
.90 
2.85 
4.25 
18.95 
Standard . 
.. 3-4 ft. 
1.00 
4.10 
7.45 
33.35 
Heavy branched . . . 
.. 3-4 ft. 
1.65 
5.65 
9.85 
45.00 
American Elm . 
12-18 in. 
1.15 
5.65 
9.85 
18-24 in. 
1.65 
7.35 
13.95 
2-3 ft. 
2.45 
10.85 
19.35 
Caragana . 
6-12 in. 
1.00 
1.70 
8.35 
14.35 
12-18 in. 
1.45 
2.20 
10.65 
19.45 
Black Walnut . 
12-18 in. 
.75 
1.95 
3.15 
14.65 
18-24 in. 
.90 
3.00 
4.65 
Russian Olive . 
12-18 in. 
1.75 
2.95 
14.85 
25.65 
Laurel Leaf Willow . . 
18-24 in. 
1.95 
9.65 
18.00 
2-3 ft. 
2.95 
14.35 
25.00 
3-4 ft. 
3.65 
17.85 
33.00 
Golden Willow. 
18-24 in. 
1.95 
9.65 
18.00 
2-3 ft. 
2.95 
14.35 
25.00 
3-4 ft. 
3.65 
17.85 
33.00 
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This Photo was Taken 3 Years After Plant¬ 
ing Our Quick Growing, Drought Resistant 
Chinese Elm. 
CHINESE ELM. The Chinese Elm is a tree of 
rare beauty with fine dark green foliage of the Elm 
type with delicate fine twigs. It combines the 
beauty of the Elms with the gracefulness of Cut 
Leaf Birch. It resists drought and cold and thrives 
even on poor soil. It is a tree of rapid growth and 
holds its foliage until late in the fall. The most 
popular shade tree in America today. 
PRICES OF CHINESE ELM SHADE TREES: 
Standard Select 
Each 10 Each 10 
2-3 ft.—8 trees for $1.00 postpaid. 
3- 4 ft.$0.25 $2.25 
4- 5 ft.35 2.95 .50 4.50 
5- 6 ft.55 4.45 1.00 9.00 
6- 8 ft. 1.25 11.25 1.50 13.50 
8-10 ft. 1.75 2.50 
Chinese Elm 
