52 Hardy Ornamental Trees 
The STORRS & HARRISON CO. 
MAGNOLIAS 
Acuminata (Cucumber Tree). A well known native of our 
mountains, conical in shape and with large, glaucous leaves, 
making it attractive. The flowers are fragrant, usually a 
dull white color, followed by elongated green seed clusters 
which later turn coral. Very satisfactory. 
6 to 8 feet, ?3.00; 8 to 10 feet, $4.00. 
GlaUCa (Sweet Bay). Best planted in moist soil, but in the 
■ drier lawns is much smaller. Its broad leaves are 
glossy, almost evergreen. In June its large, waxy white 
flower-cups are lovely and exquisitely fragrant. B&3. 
2 to 3 feet, $2.25 ; 3 to 4 feet, $3.25 ; 4 to 5 feet, $4.50. 
Stellata (Star Magnolia). Native of Japan. Shrubby habit 
with fragrant, semi-double, starlike flowers which appear 
before the leaves. One of the best. B&B. 
iy 2 to 2 feet, $4.00. 
Halleana Rosea. Outside of petals flushed red, otherwise 
same as above. B&B, 
1)4 to 2 feet, $4.00; 2 to 3 feet, $6.00. 
Kobus. Tree grows to 80 feet tall. Narrow, pyramidal head. 
Leaves roughly pointed. Flowers 4 to 5 inches across. One 
of the hardiest species but less showy than others. B&B. 
5 to 6 feet, $6.00 ; 6 to 8 feet, $7.00. 
SoulangeBna One of the hardiest and finest. Its blossoms 
■ are from 3 to 5 inches across, cup-shaped, 
white and rosy violet, opening before its leaves which are 
massive and glossy. B&B. 3 to 4 feet, $5.00. 
THE MAPLES • Acer 
No shade tree is so well known, more generally planted or so 
popularly loved as the Maple. , The rounded density and color 
richness of Norway and Schwedler prevail as specimens in 
spacious lawns; the Sugar lines up majestically along the 
road; the Silver finds occupation as quick shading for western 
exposures of porch or windows. 
Asb-Iieaved. Attractive and rapid growing, with light 
green foliage and spreading head; very hardy. Desirable 
for street planting and does well in sections where other 
6 to 8 feet, $1,00 ; 8 to 10 feet, $1.50 ; 10 to 12 feet, $2.00, 
Norway. A large, handsome tree with a round head ; broad, 
deep green, shining foliage. Very desirable for street, park, 
or lawn. 
6 to 8 feet, $1.75; 8 to 10 feet, $2.00; 10 to 12 feet, $2.25. 
Schwedler’s. The “Purple Norway” Maple’s beautiful leaves 
attract attention at all seasons, but are especially fine in 
spring, when their gleaming red and purple contrast brightly 
with the delicate green of other trees. 
6 to 8 feet, $3.00 ; 8 to 10 feet, $4.00. 
Silver (“Soft” Maple). It makes a broad, bulky, but pointed 
topped tree; in shading size quicker than any other variety. 
6 to 8 feet, $1.00; 8 to lO feet, $1.25 ; 10 to 12 feet, $1.50. 
Sug'ar or Rock (“Hard Maple”). This tree is chieftain of its 
clan; straight, spreading, symmetrical, of grand propor¬ 
tions, and longer lived than most men who plant it. Grows 
well in all except damp, soggy soils. This is the most ai>- 
propriate type of Maple for deliberate street planting. 
6 to 8 feet, $2.00; 8 to 10 feet, $2.25; 10 to 12 feet, $2.50. 
WIBR’S CUT-IiEAVED. A Silver Maple with remarkable 
and beautifully dissected foliage. Of rapid growth; shoots 
slender and drooping. 
6 to 8 feet, $1,75; 8 to 10 feet, $2.00. 
MOUNTAIN ASH 
European, A broad-topped small tree. The fernlike foliage 
is dark and lustrous. In late summer and far into winter, the 
greatest beauty and effectiveness centers in the great num¬ 
ber of large, dense fruit clusters of orange-red, which gleam 
brilliantly against the green of leaves, or denuded brown of 
l^x'^Tich^s 
5 to 6 feet, $2.00; 6 to 8 feet, $2.50 ; 8 to 10 feet, $3.00. 
MULBERRY 
Russian, This makes a round-headed tree, quick of growth 
and with profuse foliage. It is wonderfully productive, and 
for anyone wishing to attract birds and for chicken runs it 
cannot be surpassed. Fruit smaller than our native variety. 
4-5 ft., 60c; 5-6 ft., 75c; 6-8 ft., $1.00; 8-10 ft., $1.25. 
Teas’ Weeping", The most graceful hardy weeping tree in 
existence. Forms a perfect shaped head, with long, slender, 
willowy branches, drooping with airy grace to the ground. 
Useful in cemetery plantings, as well as for lawn speci¬ 
mens, dividing line hedges, and many other landscape uses. 
5 to 6 feet, 1-year, $2.25 ; 5 to 6 feet, 2-year, $3.00. 
THE OAKS—'Quercus 
Broad-based pyramids in habit; described as half-weep- 
ing when old, because its lower branches touch the ground. 
Magnificent, darkly lustrous leaves. 
6 to 8 feet, $2.25 ; 8 to 10 feet, $2.75 ; 10 to 12 feet, $3.50. 
Rsd, ^ tree, with massive, broad top and thick trunk. 
Of comparatively quick growth, with immense, high-coloring 
leaves. 6 to 8 feet, $3.25 ; 8 to 10 feet, $4.00. 
PEACH, DOUBIiE RED FEOWERINGr, Beautiful small 
trees mainly used as and with shrubs. At their blooming 
time in May, every twig and branch is bright with perfectly 
formed double rose-red flowers. 
2 to 3 feet, 75c ; 3 to 4 feet, $1.00; 4 to 5 feet, $1.25. 
FHEEEODENDRON Amurense (Amur Cork Tree). A 
shapely round-headed specimen tree of unique character, 
suitable for lawn planting. Small oval leaflets are densely 
“feathered” along 10- to 15-inch stems; dark green in sum¬ 
mer, deep yellow in autumn. Primrose-yellow flowers ; the 
black fruits persistent into winter. Leaves and fruits strong¬ 
ly aromatic when crushed. 
3 to 4 feet, $1.00; 4 to 5 feet, $1.50; 5 to 6 feet, $2.00. 
Bolleana 
POPLARS • Populus 
(Silver Leaf). Its 
silvery beneath, creating an 
big leaves are glossy green, 
attractive flashing effect when 
stirred by the winds. Often used in landscaping against 
blank wall spaces of high public buildings. 
6 to 8 feet, $2.00; 8 to 10 feet, $3.00. 
Carolina. Vigorous; 
large glossy leaves ; 
for quick shade. 
6 to 8 feet, 75c; 
8 to 10 feet, $1.00 : 
10 to 12 feet, $1.35. 
Eombardy. trees once thoughtfully 
placed, are outstanding landmarks today; 
their great height, dense slenderness, and 
somber silhouette against the skyline give 
a remarkably picturesque effect. 
6-8 ft., 75c; 8-10 ft., $1.00; 10-12 ft., $1.50. 
Magnolia Soulangcani 
Norway Maple 
Lombardy Poplar ' ' ‘ ■■7 
