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Shade Trees Not Mailable 


CHINESE 
ELM 

MAPLES 


Hard Maple 
Slow growing but 
a tough, long last- 
ing tree. 8-10 ft. 
trees, $4.50 each; 
Coto wet ctrees. 
$3.00 each, 

This new Elm 
is one of the 
mo st popular 
shade trees we 
have. Fast grow- 
ing, free from 
disease; stands 
dry weather. 
Can be trimmed 
to any shape. 











Hard Maple 


Norway Maple 
Very much like Hard Maple 
faster growing, 








but a little 

Chinese Elm 



12 to 14 ft. trees, 134-2 in. STOOL ee en pac a ae oe 
10 to 12 ft. trees, 114-114 in. ... .. 4.00 | Schwedlers Maple 
SUCOMNOUTE trees) acs 2.50 The red leaf Maple 
foes. trees et * 1.50 ; $5.00 
DEL Gum Omit ew hing. costes 4 1 RY 50 BAO LY Pts trees nce atte reednneecrires ; 
He es TS Ae 10 for 75c; 50 for $3.00 OBOT IG tse LYCOS wees ee ce eee arenes eenars $4.00 

FLOWERING CRAB (Bechtel’s)—The only genuine double flowered crab. Makes 
a medium sized tree; perfectly hardy, succeeds well in most soils. When in bloom appears to be 
covered with delicate pink, perfectly double small roses of delicious fragrance. 3 to 4 ft., $1.50. 
PURPLE LEAFED PLUMS—The Purple Plums are becoming very much in demand, 
as they are very showy with their purple foliage throughout the summer. The trees are small, 
compact in growth, and are suitable for the lawn or shrubbery border. A few of these trees placed 
about your home will add greatly to your planting. 4 to 6 ft. Trees, $1.00 each. 
JUDAS TREE (Red Bud)—A small growing tree of irregular form, with heart-shaped 
leaves. It is covered with bright pink blossoms early in spring before the leaves appear; and is 
largely ;ed in groups of shrubs and small trees to give color for this early season. 3-4 ft. Trees, 
75c each. 
ELM AM. WHITE —This is a splendid tree for street or lawn. It is fast growing 
and will give a lot of shade. 6 to 8 ft. Trees, $1.50. 
MOLINE ELM—This is a tall slim growing Elm, very much like our slim poplars 
only the- Elm is much longer lived. Has very large dark green leaves. Grows 40 to 50 feet tall. 
6 to 8 ft. Trees, $2.50 each; 8 to 10 ft. Trees, $4.00 each. 
WILLOWS 
WEEPING WISCONSIN WILLOW—A 
graaeful weeping tree; long narrow leaves, 
green bark. 4-5 ft. trees, 70c each. 
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PUSSY WILLOW-—A ' shrub-like tree; 
has furry catkins in early spring; fast 
growing. 3-4 ft. bush trees, 60c. 
Come to the Nursery and select 
your own Shade Trees. You save 
money in this way; also you see 
just what you are buying. 

Wisconsin Willow 
VINES and CLEMATIS 
Strong 2 Year Plants 
50c each; 3 for $1.40. 
WISTERIA (Purple)—One of the finest climbers, of rapid growth, and perfectly 
hardy, with long, pendulous clusters of bluish purple. Flowers in June. Grafted 
plants sure to bloom. 
ENGLEMAN’S IVY—It is one of the finest ivies we have. The brilliant coloring of 
the leaves in autumn, together with perfect hardiness, makes it a valuable climber 
for covering brick or stone walls. Where hardiness is necessary, the Engleman 
will be found much superior to Boston ivy. 
Postage 10c. 
AMERICAN IVY—The well known native vine with five parted leaves, that change to 
rich crimson in autumn; berries blue black; very rapid grower and perfectly hardy. 
BOSTON IVY—This is one of the finest hardy climbers we have for covering walls, as 
it clings firmly to the smoothest surface, covering closely with overlapping foliage, 
giving appearance of shingles. The color is a fresh deep green in summer, chang- 
ing to the brightest shades of crimson and yellow in autumn. 
HONEYSUCKLE (Scarlet Trumpet)—One of the handsomest in cultivation; coral 
flowers; very vigorous and hardy; blooming ail summer. : 
BITTERSWEET-—A native vine that is especially ornamental in fall and winter, with 
brilliant orange and scarlet fruit. 
SILVER LACE VINE —A strong vigorous vine attaining a height of over 25 feet, it 
has all summer and fall a great mass of foamy sprays of white flowers which turn 
rose colored as they begin to fade, and the combination of the white and rose make 
avery pretty picture. 2 year plants, 50c each. 
GOLDEN FLAME (Honeysuckle)—New  ever- 
blooming Honeysuckle vine, blooms from early 
summer until frost. Red flame outside, yellow 
inside. 2 year plants, 75c each. 
Clematis 
Postage 10c 
I list here below two popular varieties of the 
large flowering Clematis and one of the small white 
flowering. Clematis need a little extra attention to 
get them started. Once started they grow for years. 
JACKMANNI — The well-known purple flowering 
Clematis. Flowers 4 to 6 inches:across. 2 year 

Paniculata 
4 Field Grown Plants, $1.00 each. 
MME, EDW. ANDRE—A robust plant blooming freely. Violet red flower 3 to 4 
inches across. 2 year Field Grown Plants, $1.00 each. 
PANICULATA—The small flowering sweet scented white clematis. One of the most 
vigorous and beautiful climbers. 3 year Field Grown Plants, 50c each. 


ee ALPHA NURSERY 
*. (mn eee analty Select Your Trees, Evergreens and Plants 
ON HIGHWAY JU. §. 150 
C iti | 7 Spreading Growth of SHADE TREES will Create Much Comfort for Your Home. 
Pr ondition Your Home: i | Your property will increase in value by the pleasant surroundings. 

Lombardy Poplar 
LOMBARDY POPLAR (P. Fastigiata)—Attains a height of from fifty to 
one hundred feet; well known for its erect, rapid growth and tall spiry form; indis- 
pensable tree for landscape gardening, to break the monotony of most other trees. 
4-5 ft. Whips, 25c each; 6-8 ft. Trees, 50c ea.; 8-10 ft. Trees, $1.50 ea. 
PIN OAK—One of the most popular of all the Oaks; fast growing, easily transplanted, 
red foliage in fall. 
3-4 ft. Trees, 50c each; 5-6 ft. Trees, $1.50 each. 
BLACK WALNUT-—A tall spreading tree, very valuable for lumber. 
3-4 ft. Trees, 50c each 
GREEN ASH—Medium size tree of thick pyramidal habit; splendid shade tree. 
4-5 ft. Trees, 50c each 
F ‘SILVER MAPLE—A fast growing tree; leaves silver under side. 
4 to 5 ft., 50c; 10 to 12 ft., $2.50; 12 to 14 ft., $4.00 
SYCAMORE—Large, handsome leaves; smooth, light colored bark; good, strong 
growing tree. 7 to 8 ft. Trees, $1.00 

POPULAR BOLLEANA 
A rapid growing columnar tree; silver foliage; green bark. 
8 to 10 ft. Trees, $2.00 
PLANT A HEDGE... 
Postage on Hedge Plants—12c per 12; 
35c per 100 
Amoor River 
Privet 
Makes a 
Fine, 
Hardy 
Hedge 
ee 
Special 
12 to 18 in. 
Plants 
$1.50 per 10 
$10.00 per 100 
Zutome” tt 
Plants 
$2.00 per 10 
$15.00 per 100 

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PRIVET 
This is the hardy type of privet so much used for hedges. Has glossy green foliage 
AMOOR RIVER 
which hangs on very late in the fall, ‘This variety of Privet can be trimmed at any 
time into any shape. Plant Amoor Privet no matter where you live, it will increase 
the value of your place. 

BRIDAL WREATH (Spirea Van Houttei) 
Grandest of Spireas, one of the best of shrubs; complete fountain of pure white 
bloom in May and June. The foliage and bush shape is ornamental the year round. 
Fine for tall hedge or screen. Also much used for foundation planting. 
Special—18-24 in. Plants, $1.50 per 10 
"2-3 ft., 35c each; 10 for $3.00; 3-4 ft., 50c each; 
JAPANESE BARBERRY 
The finest of all the Barberries, grown in compact form, spiny stems, foliage fine 
and dense, changing to brilliant red in fall, the clusters of red berries hanging on all 
Winter. Much used for hedge and borders. Considered by many to be the most 
valuable foreign shrub grown. This Barberry is recommended by the Government. 
It does not have the wheat rust. 
Special—12-18 in. Plants, $1.25 per 12; $9.00 per 100 
3 yr., 18-24 in., 35c each; $3.00 per 10 
3 for $1.40 


CHINESE ELM 
The Chinese Elm is a very good fast growing tall hedge or screen plant. Very fast 
growing. Will stand hot weather. 5-6 ft. whips, 50c each, 2 to 3 ft. plants, 75c for 
10 plants; $3.00 for 50; $5.00 per 100. 
PERSIAN LILAC 
This is a fast, early blooming lilac, which is very good for hedges and screens, 
Can be trimmed any time and any height. 12-18 in. plants, 35c each; 3 to 4 tte 5c; 
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