lH^JSPIREA 
VAN HOUTTEI 
JAPANESE BARBERRY" (Herberts Thunbergi). Always popular and pleasing, this round, 
bushy, graceful shrub, loaded with thorns, and hardy everywhere. Bright green in summer 
turning to rich red in the fall, followed by scarlet berries that hang on until spring. Ideal 
for foundation groups or hedges. Guaranteed free from rust, and can be planted any¬ 
where. 3-5 ft. at maturity. Each 10 25 100 
12-18 in. transplants .$0.15 $1.00 $2.00 $0.00 
RED-LEAF BARBERRY (Berberis Thunbergt atropurpurea). One of the most striking 
of all shrubs, with its lustrous, bronze-red foliage. Plant it in full sunlight. Used 
most effectively in the foreground of shrubs or evergreens; also fine for hedges. 
Red berries from fall until spring. 2-3 ft. at maturity. Each 10 25 
3- year, 12-18 in. average .$0.25 $2.20 $5.00 
4- year, 18-24 in. average .35 3.30 7.50 
ROSA RUGOSA. The shrubby Rose that is so fine in combination with shrubs, 
giving color to the planting at the off!season. See varieties, descriptions and 
prices on page 23. 4-6 ft. at maturity. 
TAMARIX PENTANDRA. The newest and best Tamarisk Foliage is very -- 
delicate and feathery, light gray-green in color, the graceful branches tipped ; , ’ 
with loose sprays of bright pink flowers, giving the appearance of a pink . 
and silvery mist. A beautiful shrub that is ideal for comers and mass ff- 
plantings. Each 2 5 *— 
12-18 in. field-grown .$0.25 $0.45 $1.00 
2 ft. transplants .40 .75 1.50 
WEIGELA ROSEA (Diervilla). Showy, trumpet-shaped flowers of rose-pink 7% 
cover the broad, bushy plant in abundance during May and June. An elegant 
shrub for specimen planting or foundation groups. 6-8 ft. at maturity. 
Each 2 5 
1-yr., field-grown .$0.15 $0.25 $0.50 
2 ft. transplants .25 .40 .90 
WEIGELA., EVA RATHKE. Rich ruby-red blossoms in great abundance that 
last a very long time. Splendid for the foundation planting or border. 3-4 
ft. at maturity. Each 2 5 
12-18 in. transplants .$0.25 $0.40 $0.90 
18-24 in. heavy .. 35 .60 1.25 
jaH MAYFLOWER VIBURNUM (Carlessi) 
Spec' 
The pink, fragrant Snowball. Of rare charm is this new Viburnum — a 
semi-dwarf shrub producing numerous pink-tinted, waxlike flowers in clusters, 
possessing a delightful fragrance. Handsome foliage. 4-5 ft. at maturity. 
(See picture on page opposite.) 
Each 2 5 
18-24 in. transplants.$0.80 $1.40 $3.25 
2-2 V? ft., select. 1.00 1.80 4.10 
Ci. 
TAMARIX 
WEIGELA, EVA RATHKE 
PAGE 3 
See 
picture on 
page opposite 
SPIREA THUNBERG 
The Lovely SPIREA RICHMENSIS 
You will want this handsome, new Spirea in your planting. Broad, spreading, graceful 
busf\, with excellent foliage, and a heavy covering of large, bright pink, fluffy flowers 
over a long period of time. 4-5 ft. at maturity. 
Each 2 5 
1-year, field-grown.$0.20 $0.35 $0.75 
2 ft. transplants.35 .60 1.20 
See 
picture on 
page opposite. 
BUDDLEIA ILE DE FRANCE 
Most beautiful variety of the Butterfly Bush — new and striking. Long spikes 
of royal reddish-purple flowers are borne in abundance from August until late fall. 
You will delight in their fine fragrance and handsome color. Ideal for shrubbery 
border, perennial garden, and the cut sprays make grand bouquets. 3-4 ft. 
maturity. 
Each 
2-year, select No. 1 plants 
FRENCH PUSSY WILLOW" (Sallx 
caprea). A very interesting shrub or 
dwarf tree, producing many furlike, 
pearl-gray catkins, one to two inches 
long. Delightful in winter bouquets. 
6-10 ft. at maturity. 2-3 ft., 30c each; 
2 for 55c; 5 for $1.20. 
STAGHORN SUMAC (Rhus typhina). 
Tall, broad-growing shrub, with lux¬ 
uriant and lustrous foliage, deep green 
in the summer and brilliantly colored 
in the fall. Just the thing to fill up a 
corner or to dress up the background. 
Scarlet fruits in autumn. 12-15 ft. at 
maturity. E „, h 2 6 
$0.75 $1.50 
Eacb 
2-3 ft. transplants.$0.40 
ALTHEA, ROSE OF SHARON. Brilliant roselike flowers in great 
abundance during late summer and fall when other blooms are rather 
scarce; handsome foliage. Splendid plants for hedges or as speci¬ 
mens. Severe pruning in March induces more profuse blooms; needs 
winter protection in cold climates. 5-10 ft. at maturity. Choice of 
Red. Pink. Purple or White. Each 2 5 
12-18 in....$0 20 $0.35 $0.75 
GOLDEN ELDER (Sambucus aurea). The golden beauty of its foliage 
contrasts richly with the green of other shrubs; large, flat blooms 
soften the luster, and are followed by purplish berries. 6-10 ft. high 
at maturity, but easily trimmed to any desired height. Plant In 
full sunlight. Each 2 6 
18-24 in..$0.26 $0.40 $0.90 
2- 3 ft. transplants.35 .00 1.25 
3- 4 ft. heavy .45 .80 1.75 
SPIREA VAN HOUTTEI. The well known “Bridal Wreath” that 
everybody loves. During May and June, the graceful, drooping 
sprays are completely covered with the pure white blossoms. It is 
hardy everywhere, beautiful in or out of bloom, and answers almost 
any purpose. In foundation plantings, in screens or trimmed hedges, 
or planted as individual specimens on the lawn, the lovely Spirea Van 
Houttet meets perfection. 4-6 ft. at maturity. ^ 25 
12-18 in., field-grown ..$0.15 $1.20 $2.20 
18-24 in. transplants .20 1.75 3.25 
2-3 ft. heavy .30 2.50 4.50 
SPIREA ANTHONY" WATERER. The dwarf, crimson Spirea, and 
most popular of all low-growing shrubs. The plant is a mass of rose- 
crimson flowers in July, and from then on a more moderate covering 
of blooms until frost, giving it the name "Everblooming Spirea."’ 
Excellent for edging, borders, and foundation planting. 
Each 2 5 
12-18 in. heavy transplants .$0.25 $0.40 $0.90 
WHITE SNOW’BERRY (Symphortcarpos racemosus). Even in the 
shade, this pretty shrub will produce the long clusters of milk-white 
fruits that follow the rose-pink flowers. 3-4 ft. at maturity. 
Each 2 
2-year, 12-18 in. average..$0.25 $0.40 
2 ft. transplants.35 .60 
5 
$0.80 
1.30 
JAPANESE FLOWERING QUINCE (Cy- 
donia japonlca). Called the “Fire- 
bush," for in May it is fairly ablaze 
with clusters of scarlet flowers; glossy 
foliage. In combination with Forsythia 
or early bloomers of that sort, its 
beauty is enhanced, while a back¬ 
ground of evergreens will bring out 
its full charm. 3-5 ft. at ma¬ 
turity. 
15-18 in. transplants 
Each 2 5 
$0.30 $0.50 $1.00 
RED SNOW'BERRY' (Symphortcarpos vulgaris). A delightful com¬ 
panion plant for the White Snowberry, with its thick, fine foliage, 
compact form, and clusters of red fruits along the stems. 2-4 ft. 
at maturity. 
Each 2 5 
2-year, 12-18 in. average.$0.25 $0.40 $0.80 
SPIREA BILL1ARDI ROSEA. Long plumes of soft pink bloom cover 
the plant in July, often lasting until September. A handsome plant 
for foundation groups, hedges, or border planting. 4-5 ft. at maturity. 
Each 2 
12-18 in. transplants .$0.20 $0.35 
2 ft. select .30 .50 
5 
$0.70 
1.00 
SPIREA SORBIFOLIA (Ash-Leaf Spirea). Handsome fernlike foliage, 
similar to leaves of the Mountain Ash, sets off so well the long, 
feathery panicles of creamy white bloom. Does well in sunlight or 
shade, and is very hardy. 4-6 ft. at maturity. 
Each 2 5 
2-3 ft. select .$0.40 $0.70 $1.50 
SPIREA THUNBERGI. Tiny, feathery foliage covering the numerous, 
arching branches gives the Thunbergi a delightful, fluffy appearance. 
Dainty white flowers in the spring. 3-4 ft. at maturity. 
Each 2 5 
12-18 in. select .$0.25 $0.40 $0.80 
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