American Linden; Basswood (TILIA) 
PTELEA — HOPTREE 
Ptelea trifoliata 
COMMON HOPTREE. 25 FEET 
Preferring a little shade, this tree or large shrub is valuable 
for shrub borders because of its dark green, highly aromatic 
leaves. The interesting hop-like seeds, which follow dense clusters 
of fragrant yellow flowers, give rise to the name. It is not particu¬ 
lar about the soil in which it is planted and usually grows 
vigorouslv. 
QUERCUS — OAK 
Unsurpassed in beauty, size and stateliness, the 
Oaks are outstanding among the trees of the world. 
They are rapid growing and very long lived. Having 
very few surface roots, they are particularly suitable 
for planting in groups with Rhododendron and other 
surface rooting shrubs. 
Quercus macrocarpa 
MOSSY-CUP OAK 40-60 Ft. 
A handsome medium sized tree common to this country. Also 
known as the Bur-Oak. It is of vigorous growth and becomes a 
stately tree with a picturesque appearance in winter due to its 
corky branches. Its acorns are almost entirely enclosed in a thick 
woody cup with usually a mossy fringed border. 
Quercus palustris 
PIN OAK 50 Ft. 
Because of its erect, symmetrical, and rather rapid growth 
the Pin Oak is much used for street planting. Because of its trim 
appearance it is also very desirable as a lawn tree. It forms a 
shapely pyramidal head with long pendulous branches. 
Quercus rubra 
RED OAK. 60 FEET 
This rapid growing tree has a smooth-barked, brownish-grey 
trunk, which sends out stout limbs forming a narrow round-topped 
head. The foliage becomes dark red in the fall and remains on 
late in the winter. Because it is permanent in character, becoming 
a beautiful and massive tree, it makes an excellent subject for 
street, park or lawn. It is tolerant of many soils and varied 
situations. 
ROBINIA — LOCUST 
Robinia pseudoacacia 
COMMON LOCUST; BLACK LOCUST 
The Black Locust is most loved for its compound leaves with 
delicate, dark green leaflets and its long, drooping clusters of 
flowers that hang from the branches in May and June and fill 
the air with their fragrance. In winter the tree shows its some¬ 
times twisted trunk, grey-black bark and irregular and twiggy 
branches that form a narrow oblong head. Remarkably draught 
resistant and stands severe pruning. It grows to seventy feet and 
makes a splendid street tree. 
SALIX—WILLOW 
Few trees have such grace and charm as the Wil¬ 
lows. Planted on the edges of ponds or along river 
banks, they are beautiful as well as useful in prevent¬ 
ing soil erosion. They thrive near water but also do 
well in ordinary locations. 
Salix babylonica 
BABYLON WEEPING WILLOWS. 60 FEET 
This renowned tree has been planted in many parts of the 
world because of its restful beauty. It grows rapidly to an 
enormous size and is characterized by its long graceful branches 
drooping to the ground. The leaves are slender and four or live 
inches in length. It looks well in many locations and lends an 
atmosphere of peace to its surroundings. Landscapers like to give 
it an artistic treatment, such as planting it near water that will 
reflect its beauty. It is most at home in moist places but easily 
adapts itself to drier soils. 
Salix blanda 
WISCONSIN WEEPING WILLOW. 50 FEET 
This tree is familiarly referred to as the Weeping Willow. 
Its great trunk divides near the ground into heavy spreading 
limbs from which grow long drooping branches that sweep the 
ground. The rather long leaves are a shining dark green; lighter 
coloring beneath. It grows rapidly to massive proportions and 
becomes more weeping with age. While the tree grows best near 
water, it tolerates drier places and is responsible for many 
artistic effects in landscape planting. 
Salix discolor 
PUSSY WILLOW 
Seldom exceeding fifteen feet in height, this rapidly growing 
tree or shrub makes a valuable addition to the shrub border. The 
bright green leaves, silvery beneath, grow from branches covered 
with greenish brown bark and harmonize beautifully with other 
greens in the garden. The trunk usually divides near the base 
and sends up many branches which in early spring are covered 
with the much loved, soft and silvery, large catkins. It is oblong 
in shape. Tolerating moist soils, it is easily maintained. 
Salix elegantissima 
THURLOW WEEPING WILLOW. 50 FEET 
Except for its more spreading branches and larger crown, 
this tree is similar in shape and general appearance to the 
Babylon Weeping Willow. It is distinctly different in color, how¬ 
ever. The long, pendulous branches are yellowish-green, making 
the tree look golden in comparison to the greens of other trees, 
and it stands out among them. It prefers being planted near water. 
Often used where its striking color is needed. 
Salix pentandra 
BAY OR LAUREL WILLOW 
This excellent shrub or small tree of bushy growth seldom 
exceeds twenty feet in height. The slender chestnut brown 
branches grow rather thickly and when covered with foliage 
make dense round heads. The leaves are long and slender, dark 
green and shining, and effects are obtained with it appearing 
to advantage near streams or ponds. It is often needed where 
more massive growing willows would outgrow the space given 
them. 
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