Maytime 
Mountain Stewartia 
(Stewartia pentagyna) 
A rare native shrub or tree-like shrub 
of untold beauty. Blooms the end of 
June or early July, the flowers 
measuring 3 to 4J4 in. across, with 
orange-colored anthers. Prefers a 
peat and loam soil, moist, and partial 
shade—or a simulation of its natural 
habitat in the woods. 
2 to 3 ft. Plants, $1.25 each, 
2 for $2.00 Postpaid. 
PaiiVs Scarlet Haivthorne 
A friendly little tree whose double 
scarlet flowers borne like nested 
nosegays bring cheer for many 
weeks in May. 
4 to 5 ft. Trees, $2.25 each, 
F. O. B. Piqua 
American Redbud 
(Cercis canadensis). 
The orange-pink buds of the fragrant May-bush 
open into lovely pink flowers changing to white 
Fragrant May'bush 
(Viburnum carlesi) 
The rare and unexpected dove-like fra¬ 
grance of this “Carles’ Jewel” permeates the 
garden during late May and June. A rich 
pink in the bud, the flowers are pure white 
when fully open, and waxy in texture. This 
is a real aristocrat which will never be 
“cheap”. A shrub of broad, round habit, 
growing slowly to 4 or 5 ft.; likes the sun and 
soil not too dry. Our plants carry many 
bloom buds and heavy, fibrous root systems; 
ball of earth 25c extra if desired, and which 
assures bloom the first year. 
15 to 18 in. Plants, $1.25 each. Postpaid. 
2J^ ft. Plants, $2.25 each, F. O. B. Piqua 
Vihurnum burkwoodi 
The new hybrid of Carlesi, just as fra¬ 
grant but blooming one to two weeks earlier. 
Flower heads measure up to four inches 
across and on longer stems. Semi-evergreen 
with brilliant fall coloring. 
15 to 18 in. Plants with bare roots, 
$1.50 each, or 4 for $5.00 Postpaid. 
2 to 3 ft. Plants with ball of earth, 
$3.50 each, F. O. B. Piqua. 
W'e are listing this because it is our most 
beautiful native tree, and because 
nursery grown plants have the proper 
kind of roots for transplanting. .A cloud 
of rosy-pink pea-shaped flowers at the 
time the Dogwoods are blooming. 
4 to 5 ft. Bush Form, $1.35 each. 
5 to 6 ft. Trees, $1.65 each. 
F. O. B. Piqua. 
White Fringe 
(Chionanthus virginica) 
Make your garden distinctive by 
planting this easy-to-grow tree-like 
shrub. The white, fringe-like blossoms 
literally cover the whole bush at the 
time your Tall Bearded Iris are bloom¬ 
ing, forming an exquisite background 
for their lavender and purple coloring. 
The purple plum-like fruits are quickly 
eaten by the birds. Blooms when only 
3 ft. tall; and grows to 12 ft.; thrives 
under city conditions and is not affect¬ 
ed by insects or disease. 
3 ft. Bushy Plants, $1.00 each 
5 to 6 ft. Extra heavy, $1.85 each 
F. O. B. Piqua 
Showy Pearlbush 
(Exochorda giraldi wilsoni) 
We held back this new and hand¬ 
somest variety of the Pearlbush 
until we were perfectly certain of 
its hardiness. The gleaming pearl¬ 
like buds open in April and May, 
disclosing delicate star-shaped 
flowers. This namesake of Dr. 
Wilson bears larger flowers than 
the common Pearlbush, and is of 
more upright and floriferous 
habit. Prune heavily after bloom¬ 
ing; grows 6 to 10 ft. 
Heavy 3 to 4 ft. Plants, 
$2.50 each, F. (). B. Piqua 
One of the Flowering Crabs 
Showy Pearlbush in bloom at the 
Arnold Arboretum 
Flowering Crabs 
The rare beauty of these three Flowering Crabs is 
bound to enthrall even the most sophisticated. They 
are at home in the most modest Cottage Garden as 
well as in the most ornate Formal Garden. 
Queen of The May (Malus theifera) 
One of the very finest n ew varieties with rather 
bush-like picturesque habit of growth. A stunning 
display of rose-pink flowers changing to white on 
opening. 
3 to 4 ft. Plants, $1.35 each. 
Postpaid. 
Eley Flowering Crab (Malus purpurea eleyi) 
Bright red, dish-shaped flowers followed by very 
conspicuous fruit of a rich reddish color. 
4 to 5 ft. Trees, $1.25 each, 
F. O. B. Piqua. 
