Artemesia, Silver King 
perennial Kiowinp to a dense bush fonii 
about 2 ft. hi^h, and can l)e kept lower 
by shearinR-. The silvery white Ivvi^s and 
foliafce, compact growth, and extreme 
hardiness place this plant amongst the 
most attractive' for color effect, t^an al.so 
he planted in hedf^e style 12 inctics apart 
in the row. Reaches full size in one sea¬ 
son. 25c each; 3 for 50c; 10 for $1.50; 
prepaid. 
For Izaak Walton Club 
Members 
Ornamental slirubs 
bird preservation: 
All ('ormis 
Honeysuckh^s 
lOlderberr.v (p. (M) 
tjolden lOlder 
\\'axberr\- 
SiU)wberr.v 
bearing beriies for 
1 kirbeiry 
Sumac 
Clioke Clierry 
Russian Mulheri-y 
Ituffalo T’erry 
Watering for the First 
Summer 
'I'hrouKb ven-y dry periods tbe first year 
I i'ecoinmend an occasional wateiiiiK of 
shrubs. 'I'ake away some soil around 
eacb busli, tiiis foinis a shallow basin 
which sliould be filled uji witii water two 
oi- three times. When all wat(!r is soaked 
down r<'i)lace the dr\’ soil wtiicii acts as 
a mulcti to preserve tlie moistuie. 'Ptiis 
melhod of waterinK kt'eps a sliruh oi' 
.vounn' tree in best KrowiuK shape for two 
to three weeks, and is far superior to just 
suiface wateriuR- of the soil. 
GRDLUn 
Prices on all flowering shrubs include 
cost of postage or express charge. In 
order to encourage planting of flower¬ 
ing shrubs even where funds for plant¬ 
ing material are limited, I am also 
listing, wherever possible, a 12 to 18 
inch grade of shrubs, nice well rooted 
and healthy plants that are easy to 
start. The 2 to 3 ft. grade is the full 
blooming size. 
Ml. 
pvicei. 
Golden Bell--«-Forsythia 
Forsythia Fortuni of^tht^’fiSTst 
early spring flowers, the brilliant golden 
yellow blossoms appearing before tbe 
leaves develop, and literally covering the 
branches. Very showy, foliage dark 
green, grows erect, and the shrub is 
hardy everywhere. 12 to 18-inch plants, 
ffic each; 3 for 65c. 2 to 3-ft. well 
branched shrubs, 35c each; 3 for 95c; pre¬ 
paid. 
Weeping Forsythia P^R^^taih 
In freedom of bloom, time of blooming, 
and in the pretty shape and color of the 
flowers much like the above variety, dif¬ 
fering only in the habit of growth. The 
Weeping Forsythia arches over ver.v 
gracefully, very attractive. 12 to 18-inch 
plants, 30c each; 3 for 80c. 2 to 3-ft. nice 
shrubs, 50c each; 3 for $1.35; prepaid. 
ririlHon Flrifir (Sambucus C a n a- 
VaOiuen Ciiaer densis amea.) Makes 
a large shrub 8 to 10 ft tall, and branch¬ 
ing out well to a pyramidal shape. The 
large leaves, all or partly golden yellow 
contrast well in groups of tall shrub 
plantings. The leaves color up to best 
advantage in full sun. Blooms in .July, 
large white blossom clusters, followed by 
black berries which attract birds. Per¬ 
fectly hardy. 2-3 ft. selected shrubs, 45c 
each; 3 for $1.25; prepaid. 
Choke Cherry 
size, and can be grown in bush or tree 
form. Blooms early in the spring in 
dense racemes of white flowei's, a beauti¬ 
ful sight when in full bloom. The cherry 
that appears later in the season is purple 
black, sometimes used for canning. 
Hardy everywhere. 2 to 3 ft. nice shrubs, 
35c each; 3 for 90c; prepaid. 
PticVi (Kolkwizca amabilis.) Grows to a height 
iJoUUiy J-fUoll of 4 to 5 ft. Its blooming time is from 
May to June, during that time the pink trumpet-shaped flowers 
with orange veins in the throat clustered densely along the 
arching branches are a splendid display of color, .shape and 
graceful setting. This shrub should be planted more freely. 
It is hardy except in the North where it should have a mulch 
of straw or leaves through the winter. Nice 18 to 24-inch 
shrubs, 50c each; prepaid. 
Caragana, Siberian Pea Tree Sft'inr plans” ckii 
for a tall, very erect growing shrub with a pretty, clean foliage 
the Caragana will please you. Extreme'y hardy, this shrub 
grows to a height of 8 to 10 ft. and can l)e sheared for height. 
Its foliage is of a feathery appearance, attractive, an abundance 
of golden yellow pea-shaped blossoms appear in May. It is 
also popular for tall hedges and screens, for this purpose plant 
from 12 to 18 inches apart in the row. Branches slightly thorny 
add protection to good appearance. For small plants, hedging 
and windbreak sizes see page 18. Nice 2 to 3 ft. shrubs, 3Cc 
each; 3 to 4 ft. size extra heavy, 50c each; prepaid. 
Smoke Tree—Fringe Tree, Purple nus!” Grows 
10 to 12 ft. tall. The blossoms of this bush look like pufKs of 
smoke, and they are formed of large, loo.se panicles bearing 
extremely small purple flowers. The entire blossom becomes 
profusely plumose, attaining their attractive smoky appearance. Butterfly Bush 
Blooms through the entire summer. Entirely hardy, a strong Blossom 
grower, branching out nicely to a large vase shape. This most 
interesting shrub, with a clean, shiny foliage makes a beautiful 
showing as a single specimen on a lawn or in groups of tall 
shrubs. 2 to 3 ft. selected shrubs, 80c each, prepaid. 
Cornus-'-Dogwood 
The following three varieties are the best of the ornamental type of this large fam¬ 
ily of shrubs. They are of particular value for the lively coloring of their wood which 
shows up especially through the winter. 
CornusAurea Grows CornusSiberica Xo^d ^”'8 'to°io 
8 to 10 ft. tall, leaves broadly margined It. tall, blooms in early surnmei', clusters 
.yellow. Branches out well with hark and of white blossoms. Bark and twigs a 
twigs of a golden yellow color, very shiny red thioughout the winter. One of 
showy in the winter. Perfectly hardy. the best for group planting, and it is per- 
18-24 inch nice shrubs, 35c each; 3 for fectly hardy. 
95c. 2 to 3 ft. extra strong shrubs, 50c Prepaid: 1 3 10 
each; 3 for $1.40; prepaid. 12-18 inch plants. $0.60 $1.80 
18-24 inch shrubs.$0.30 .75 2.30 
—IVhite floweiing 2-3 ft. nice shrubs.40 1.00 
r lonaa Dogwood. Grows -D XX 1 -D Shenherdia \ native 
up to I.*) feet tall. 1'he large white flow- DUIialO BorfY s h r u h from the 
ering variet.y. hardy as far north a.s the North, growing to a nice shape, about 
.southeast of Nebra.ska, and from here f,. tall, and bearing large numbers 
.south and east Excellent for its beauti- of red berries, attracting birds and al.so 
lul llowers and red bark. 18 to 24-inch u.sed for canning and medical purposes, 
nice shrubs, 65c each, prepaid. 30 c each; 3 for 75c; prepaid. 
FIELD- 
Butterfly Bush, He de France 
The improved everblooming type, beginning to bloom in July, 
and continues all through summer and fall. The giant spikes 
of claret purple color borne in great abundance are highly 
decorative in the garden or in bouquets. Grows about 4 ft. 
tall, the root is perfectly hardy, and makes a new bush every 
year. Strong blooming size roots, 35c each; 3 for 90c; prepaid. 
Desmodium, Sweet Pea Shrub cenl^^lhrX^cov: 
ered with purplish pink flowers. Blooms abundantly from 
middle of September until frost. The height of the shruh is 
3-4 ft., makes a new bush every year from the root which is 
hardy. Strong blooming size roots, 45c each; 2 for 80c; prepaid. 
Order Early—We Ship at the Right Planting Time 
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