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it Something Different! | The Best 
Plantin g Seasons 
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due to transplanting at the wrong 
time, we are including this planting 
table. It is to be kept in mind that 
these are general recommendations for 
average climatic conditions in South- 
ern New England and the Middle 
Atlantic States. 
Apples, Pears—Spring (generally 
April Ist to May 15th) and Fall 
(Oct. 15th until the ground freezes). 
Cherries, Peaches, Plums—Spring. 



Asparagus * MARY WASHINGTON 
One of the finest varieties of Asparagus you 
can plant. Shoots are large, of good color and are 
produced abundantly. It starts growing early 
and continues over a long season. Rust-resistant. 
Recognized as the leading variety. 





Asparagus will grow in any garden soil but to 
produce the largest, most tender stalks the soil 
must be rich and well fertilized. Set plants so that 
crowns are about 3 inches (not deeper) be- 
low the surface in trenches 1 foot deep. 
Plant about 18 inches apart. Plant in April. 
Blackberries, Raspberries—Spring 
usually better. 
Asparagus, Strawberries — April 
and early May. 
Rhubarb, Grapes—Spring and Fall. 
Strong, 1 year roots, 25 for $1.50, 
50 for $2.50, 100 for $4.00 
R hubarb Asparagus 
MYATT’S VICTORIA. The stalks are unusually tender and 
bright pink in the early Spring. The flavor is pleasantly 
tart. You will hardly recognize the old-fashioned ‘Pie 





ee y" Plant” in this delightfully improved form. 
Orange Quince 25c. each, 10 for $2.00. 
Q ey ne NO VICTORY GARDEN IS 
Bright golden yellow. Large, rounded fruits COMPLETE WITHOUT PLENTY 
with splendid flavor; fine for preserves and OF HEALTHFUL RHUBARB 
jellies. October. Trees bear quickly, are AND ASPARAGUS 

dwarf and are suitable to plant in a shrub 
border. 2 yr. trees, $1.75 each, $15.00 for 10. 
HARDY HEDGE PLANTS 
ACANTHOPANAX pentaphyllus (Aralia). 8 ft. Aralia makes a superb hedge. It is 
vigorous and upright with gracefully arched, spiny branches and bright green foliage, 
It is amenable to severe pruning and thrives under most difficult conditions in shade, 
poor soil, and rocky places. 18-24 in., 35c. each, $3.00 for 10, $6.50 for 25; 2-3 ft., 
50c. each, $4.50 for 10, $8.75 for 25. 
AMUR RIVER PRIVET (Ligustrum amurense). Much hardier than California Privet, 
but its foliage lacks the rich green color of the latter and does not remain on the plant 
so late in the Fall. 18—24 in., $2.00 for 10, $15.00 for 100; 2-3 ft., $2.50 for 10, $20.00 
for 100; 3-4 ft., $4.00 for 10, $30.00 for 100. 
CALIFORNIA PRIVET (Ligustrum ovalifolium). Famous for its bright green foliage. 
Not reliable hardy north of Connecticut under average weather conditions. 12-18 in., 
$1.00 for 10, $8.00 for 100; 18-24 in., $1.50 for 10, $12.00 for 100; 2-3 ft., $2.00 for 10, 
$15.00 for 100. 
IBOLIUM PRIVET (Ligustrum tbolium). Upright bushy Privet that will stand cold 
Winters. Widely used in northern New England. Unexcelled for tall screens and formal 
hedges. 18-24 in., $2.00 for 10, $15.00 for 100; 2-38 ft., $2.50 for 10, $20.00 for 100. 
PACHISTIMA canbyi. 9 in. Evergreen. Tiny, glossy green leaves; entirely hardy. 
Trimmed, it makes a beau- 5 
tiful dwarf hedge, resembling es Po iap 
Rhubarb 



Amur River Privet Boxwood. Untrimmed, it 
forms a fine ground cover. 
lea vives tiela-erOwal;plarits same eae eee ae ene ene ne 35c. each, $3.00 for 10, $12.50 for 50° 
DWARF VIBURNUM (Viburnum opulus nanum). For a dense, low border, this dwarf, hassock 
shaped plant is splendid; adapted to many conditions; size is easily controlled. 4-6 in., 50c. each, 
$4.00. for 10. 
BARBERRY (Berberis thunbergi). Beautiful, familiar, ever useful. Red-berried. Space 1-2 ft. apart, 
depending on the size of plants. Heavy, 3 yr., well branched plants with fine roots that will give im- 
mediate results. 12-18 in., $2.50 for 10, $20.00 for 100; 18-24 in., $4.00 for 10, $30.00 for 100. 
Special Grade for Hedging, 2-yr. plants..................-...... $1.25 for 10, $9.00 for 100 
RED BARBERRY. A red-leaved form of the Japan Barberry. Valued for its rich color throughout 
the season. 15-18 in., $4.00 for 10, $30.00 for 100; 18-24 in., $5.00 for 10, $35.00 for 100. 

Van Houtte Spirea (SPIRAEA VANHOUTTE!)—6 FEET 
These splendid shrubs, planted 12 inches apart, will make a grand hedge. The gracefully 
arched branches are entirely white with flowers in June. Hardy, dependable and easily cared 
for. The ultimate in utility and beauty are combined in a hedge of Spirea. 
Special Grade for Hedging, 2 year plants $2.00 for 10, $7.50 for 50 


