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THE PARK NURSERIES 
Saint Paul 
HOLM 
OLSON 
Inc 
SHADE and ORNAMENTAL TREES—Continued 
The Mulberry 
Russian Mulberry (Morus tatarica). 20 ft. A 
bushy-topped small tree with lobed leaves. Use¬ 
ful as a lawn specimen or in the shrubbery bor¬ 
der. The sweet, edible fruit is relished by the 
birds. 
8 to 10 ft. _$3.00 
PLUM, Purple Leaf. 
page 7. 
Please see under shrubs— 
The Poplars 
The Mountain Ash 
Mountain Ash (Sorbus aucuparia). 30 ft. White 
flowers in May followed by bright orange-red 
berries, which hang on for months. Very orna¬ 
mental. Used as a specimen on the lawn or as 
an accent in the border. 
6 to 8 ft._$2.00 
8 to 10 ft_2.50 
10 to 12 ft., 8 yr_3.00 
2 in. diam., 10 yr.-4.00 
Bolleana Poplar (Populus bolleana). 40 ft. Upright, columnar growth 
with smooth, gray-green bark. Glossy, green leaves with downy 
white undersides. Makes a strong vertical accent. 
6 to 8 ft_$1.50 8 to 10 ft_$2.50 
10 to 12 ft._ 3.50 2 to 2 V 2 in. diam., 6 yr_4.50 
50 ft. A hardy, 
foliage. Grows 
Use the Bolleana and Lombardy 
Poplar for this sky-line effect 
Carolina Poplar—Norway Variety (Populus eugenei). 
guick-growing tree with bright-green and dense 
anywhere. 
6 to 8 ft_$1.00 8 to 10 ft_$1.25 
10 to 12 ft._ 1.50 Larger sizes_$3.00 to $10.00 
Lombardy Poplar (Populus fastigiata). 40 ft. A tall picturesque, spike¬ 
like tree. Erect and pyramidal in form. Planted for landscape effect, 
as an accent or for screening purposes. Grows quickly. Seldom 
spreads over 8 ft. wide and can be used to advantage in places of 
restricted size between buildings, in small lawns and along narrow 
avenues. 
6 to 8 ft._$1.00 8 to 10 ft. _$1.25 
10 to 12 ft_$2.00 
HOW TO PLANT A TREE 
Plant firmly, trim the tops and 
water well 
The Willows 
Golden Willow (Salix vitellina aurea). 35 ft. A Wisconsin Weeping Willow. 30 ft. The hardiest 
symmetrical, round-topped tree. Rapidly grow- of the weeping willows. Very desirable for a 
ing with branches of rich golden yellow. Very quick growing, ornamental lawn specimen, 
hardy. Dark colored bark. 
6 to 8 ft._$1.50 6 to 8 ft._$2.00 
8 to 10 ft_ 2.00 8 to 10 ft_2.75 
Niobe Weeping Willow. 30 ft. Golden bark and .p, pi 1 w 1 . 
graceful weeping branches that sweep the In© DlQCK Walnut 
ground. A much-admired lawn tree. Black Walnut (Juglans nigra). The familiar nut- 
5 to 8 ft._$2.00 bearing tree. Grows slowly to majestic size. 
8 to 10 ft_ 2.75 6 to 8 ft._$2.00 
Our booklet of practical planting 
information will be sent with 
your order. 
A ROCK GARDEN WILL ADD NEW INTEREST TO YOUR YARD 
You Can Quite Easily Build and Plant This Modern Gardening Feature 
A rock garden and pool need only take a moderate area and 
can be enjoyed in even a small yard. We can supply the rocks, 
soil, plants and helpful suggestions. 
A SPECIAL ROCK GARDEN BOOKLET 
Tells how to properly place, build and plant a rock garden on 
the home grounds. Sent on request—without charge. 
A Specially Priced Collection 
HARDY ROCK GARDEN PLANTS 
A careful selection of 15 choice perennials- 
5 of the best rock-garden varieties. 
-3 each of 
SPECIAL GROUP—15 PLANTS—Price_ 
(Please state if for sun or shade) 
$3.00 
VISIT OUR DISPLAY GARDENS, ROCKERY AND POOL AT 1200 ST. CLAIR ST. 
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