Catalpas (continued) 
the tree species 6 or 7 feet high, it makes 
a handsome standard tree, with a very 
dense and symmetrical globular head, but 
does not attain more than 12 feet in height. 
50 cts. to $1.50. 
C. ovata, or Kaempferi (Japan Catalpa). 
sometimes confused with C. Bungei, but is 
a larger tree and quite distinct from that 
species. 50 cts. to $1. 
C. speciosa (Hardy Western Catalpa). A 
very desirable ornamental tree closely al¬ 
lied to Bignoniodes, but taller, hardier and 
less sprawling in habit. 50 cts. to $1 each, 
$4 per dozen, $25 per 100. 
Catalpas are among the most valuable 
trees to plant for fencing timber and for 
other purposes where durable wood is 
needed. Speciosa is one of the best for 
such purposes. 
CELTIS occidentalis (Nettle Tree, Hack- 
berry). A fine native tree that resembles 
the elm in general appearance. 75 cts. 
CERCIS Canadensis (Red Bud, or American 
Judas). An extremely hardy small tree of 
irregular form, and very showy when in 
bloom in spring. The branches and twigs 
are covered with a dense mass of small 
pink flowers before the leaves expand. 50 
cts. to $1. 
C. Chinesis (Japan Judas); syn., C. Japonica. 
A rare and magnificent shrub from Japan; 
a decided improvement on our native 
species. It is bushy in habit of growth; 
the flowers are larger, of a more brilliant 
color, and produced in such profusion that 
the entire bush is covered with the bright 
rose-colored bloom. 50 cts. to $1. 
CERASUS (Cherry). See Prunus, page 14. 
CHIONANTHUS Virginica (White Fringe). 
A choice native flowering tree, of moder¬ 
ate size; it forms a low, rounded head, and 
blooms profusely in early summer; the 
flowers resemble bunches of white silken 
fringe, hung gracefully among the 
branches. 25 cts. to 75 cts. 
CLADRASTIS tinctoria (Yellow Wood); syn., 
Virgilea lutea. A fine spreading tree, of 
medium height, with smooth, gray bark, 
and attractive light green foliage; the white 
pea-shaped flowers, in long drooping clus¬ 
ters, resemble the yellow locust. When in 
full bloom, it is one of the most graceful 
and beautiful large-flowering trees. 50 cts. 
to $1.50. 
CORNUS florida (White Dogwood). See also 
Shrubs. One of the most common and 
most attractive of our native early-flower¬ 
ing trees, and one of the most popular for 
ornamental plantations. In spring, when 
bursting buds first cast a tinge of verdure 
through the landscape, its large white flow¬ 
ers are very showy and effective. 25 cts. 
to $1.50. 
C. florida rubra (Red-flowering Dogwood). 
A new variety, and a rare introduction; 
similar to the common type, except in color 
of floral bracts, which are bright rosy pink. 
The two varieties together make a lovely 
contrast, and should be liberally introduced 
Cornus ( continued) 
among tall shrubbery and larger trees. 75 
cts. to $3. 
C. f. pendula (Weeping Dogwood). A fine 
new weeping tree, combining the admirable 
qualities of the common Dogwood with a 
pendulous habit. $2. 
CYTISUS Laburnum (Golden Chain). A small 
ornamental tree, with pendulous clusters 
of rich yellow flowers; singularly beautiful. 
50 cts. to $1. 
Fagus : The Beeches 
These are among the most attractive, orna¬ 
mental trees for lawn or park plantings. They 
are also useful for high screens or as spe¬ 
cimens. Hardy, and rarely subjected to insect 
ravages. The deep dark red leaves of the 
purple variety, the delicately cut foliage of the 
Fern-leaved, and the grotesqueness of the 
Weeping Beech are characteristics meriting 
their more general use. The stout, contorted 
branches, laden with glossy foliage; a re¬ 
markably fine tree for specimen planting. 
Fagus ferruginea (American Beech). One of 
the most majestic native trees; always 
symmetrical and handsome; excellent for 
avenues, screens and lawns; the smooth 
gray bark is an attractive feature, particu¬ 
larly in winter. 50 cts. to $2. 
Fagus Sylvatica (European Beech). Of 
rather slower growth and more compact 
form than the American; retains its foliage 
very late, or sometimes all winter. 50 cts. 
to $1.50. 
PURPLE LEAF BEECH (FAGUS-SYLVATICA PURPUREA) 
(SEE PAGE 12) 
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