Avgusta . Georgia 
Avenue of American White Elm 
DECIDUOUS TREES 
I he wise tree planter readily appreciates the difference in value between a tree dug in the forest and 
one taken from our nursery where it has received proper care during the first years of its life. The one is 
tall, slender, and with only a small top; the other is sturdy, with well-developed trunk and a top that is a 
promise of its future beauty and usefulness as a shade tree. 
Of course, the first cost of a nursery-grown tree is a little more than that of one taken from the forest, 
but our trees are more rugged, grow better and faster, give greater satisfaction, and are therefore cheaper 
in the end. 
All of our trees have been transplanted several times, and plenty of room for development allowed in 
the row. The root-system is perfect, and when our nursery-grown trees are properly set and pruned there 
should be no loss. 
Directions for Planting and Pruning. Before setting out, cut off the broken or bruised roots, should 
there be any. Frees with branching heads should have the smaller branches cut out, and the larger branches 
cut back to within three or four buds of their base; but when a tree has an abundance of roots and a small 
top and few branches, then the pruning need not be so severe. However, when the roots are small and the 
top heavy, then prune the tree severely. In many cases remove every lateral limb, preserving only the leader, 
and this, if too long, may be cut back to the proper height. Frequently large trees are transplanted without 
pruning. 1 his neglect will often cause the tree to die. Dig the hole intended for the tree of ample size, 
so when the young roots start out they will have soft ground in which to grow. The best fertilizer is well- 
rotted stable manure, thoroughly mixed with the soil. 
Plant about 2 inches deeper than the tree originally stood in the nursery row, using the top soil for 
filling in around the roots. See that every interstice around the roots is thoroughly filled, and that every 
root is brought into contact with the soil. When the hole is nearly filled, pour in a bucket of water so as to 
set the soil around the roots, then fill in the balance of the hole and press the dirt gently with the foot. When 
the tree is planted, mulch with 5 or 6 inches of well-decomposed stable manure; this should extend over the 
circumference of the hole; keep free from grass and weeds and loosen up the soil occasionally. 
Acacia Julibrissin (Albizzia Julibrissin) 
Pink Mimosa Tree 
A beautiful tree with spreading branches, which 
form a low, fiat-topped head. Leaves divided into many 
leaflets; flowers borne at the tips of branches in large 
pink heads. A remarkably beautiful tree. 3 to 4 ft., 
each 50 cts. 
Acer. Maple 
Acer dasycarpum (Saccharinum). Silver, or White 
Maple. A native species. One of the best and most 
desirable rapid-growing shade trees. Foliage bright 
green and silvery white beneath. Attains a height 
of 50 to 60 feet. These trees should not be confused 
with the Silver Poplar, or European Aspen, which 
throws up numerous shoots from the roots. 
EACH IO IOO 
10 to 12 ft., 1 l A to 2 in. cal.$1 00 $8 00 
8 to 10 ft., 1 to 1V2 in. cal... . 75 6 00 $50 00 
6 to 8 ft,, ?4 to 1 in., cal. 40 3 00 25 00 
A. dasycarpum Wierii (Wier’s Cut-leaf Silver Maple). 
This is a beautiful form of the Silver Maple. Leaves 
deeply cut and delicately divided; branches drooping, 
frequently touching the ground. A rapid grower and 
a very effective and popular variety for lawn and 
park planting. Height, 35 to 40 feet. 
Acer dasycarpum Wierii, continued 
6 to 8 ft., z /\ to 1 in. cal., budded each 10 100 
trees, well branched .So 75 $6 00 
5 to 6 ft., budded trees, well 
branched . 50 4 00 S35 00 
A. Negundo ( Negundo aceroides, or fraxinifolium\ 
Ash-leaf Maple, or Box Elder). A rapid-growing tree, 
with spreading branches; foliage resembling the Ash; 
very hardy; desirable street tree. Height 50 to 70feet. 
EACH 10 100 
8 to 10 ft., 1 }4 to 1in. cal.... So 75 S6 00 S40 00 
6 to 8 ft., % to 1 in. cal. 50 3 50 25 00 
A. platanoides (Norway Maple). European species of 
compact, rapid growth; foliage deep, shining green. 
A most desirable tree for the colder sections. Height, 
40 to 50 feet. each 10 100 
10 to 12 ft., very heavy . $2 00 
8 to 10 ft., stocky. 1 25 Sio 00 S90 00 
6 to 8 ft., stocky. 75 7 00 
A. saccharum (Sugar, or Rock Maple). A large tree 
of pyramidal form, dense habit; foliage dark green, in 
autumn assuming brilliant shades of scarlet and yel¬ 
low. A magnificent tree for- street and lawn. Does 
best in the Piedmont section. Height. 50 to 60 ft. 
each 10 
10 to 12 ft., very heavy. $2 00 
8 to 10 ft., stocky. 1 25 Sio 00 
6 to 8 ft. 75 7 00 
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