
INFORMAL GARDENS AND 
NATIVE PLANTS 
The small garden is usually planned on formal lines 
as the most logical and economical arrangement of the 
small lot. But if the lot is larger, the shape irregular, 
or the grade uneven, there isan opportunity for an in- 
formal planting in which native plants can be used 
effectively. We are enthusiastic over this type of gar- 
den where it is appropriate to the site. Informal gar- 
dens have several advantages. They are more distinc- 
tive and varied in design and less monotonous than 
| formal gardens. They cost less to construct and to © 
maintain. The plants used in them are hardier and 
more permanent. They are more successful in partly 
shaded areas. And though perhaps less colorful, their 
effect is more restful and refreshing. 
Many of our native trees, shrubs, perennials and 
ferns are adapted to informal gardens and with the 
addition of a few large rocks and simple rustic furni- 
ture delightful natural arrangements can be made. 
Some of the following choice native plants can be 
used—Juniperus virginiana, Thuya occidentalis, 
Tsuga canadensis, Kalmia, Pieris, Rhododendron 
caroinianum, Taxus canadensis, Azalea, Clethra, 
Cornus florida, Vaccinium, Aquilegia canadensis, 
Campanula rotundtfolia, Cimictfuga, Cypripedium, 
Eupatorium, Gentiana, Hepatica, Lilium canadense, 
Mertensia, Trillium, Viola, and the hardy Ferns. 
We plan and plant all types of gardens. 

TO OUR CUSTOMERS 
LOCATION. Our nursery is in Ward Hill, Mass 
(part of Haverhill) on the main road from Haver- 
hill to Boston. 
SHIPPING. Our prices do not include transporta- 
tion. If you wish small orders sent by parcel post 
please add 10% to 15% to the price of the plants, 
otherwise we will ship express collect. Local orders 
within a six-mile radius will be delivered by truck 
without charge. 
PRICES. Five plants of the same variety are sold at 
the 10 rate, 25 at the 100 rate. No charge is made 
for packing herbaceous plants, but we do charge 
extra for packing trees and shrubs. Our terms are 
cash with order. 
GUARANTEE. We guarantee that plants are true 
to name, and delivered to customers in good live 
condition; reports of plants received in poor condi- 
tion must be made at once. If handled, planted, 
and cared for under favorable conditions our 
plants will thrive, but as failure may occur from 
many causes over which we have no control we do 
not guarantee plans to live or grow; their future is 
the risk of the purchaser. 
Gray & Cole - - Ward Hill, Mass. 

