BECHTEL’S FLOWERING CRAB 

BECHTEL’S FLOWERING CRABAPPLE 
For many years these remarkable trees with their spec- 
tacular quantities of fragrant blooms have been great favor- 
ites. They are extremely hardy, require very little attention 
and don’t seem to be very particular as to soil. 
Malus ioensis plena. Bechtel’s Flowering Crab. Our 
nomination for the best Flowering Crab. Compact pyramidal 
tree to 12 ft. that bears so many large double light pink 
flowers we wonder how the tree can take care of them. 
Fragrant. Large toothed leaves are bright green above and 
gray green beneath. A real addition to anyone’s garden. 
3-4 ft., $1.50; 5-gal. containers, $2.50. 
FLOWERING PURPLE-LEAVED PLUM 
Handsome upright red-barked trees that supply spring 
flowers and, with their red and bronze foliage, a strong 
contrast in green surroundings. 
Prunus Pissardi. Most rapid growing of the Flowering 
Plums. Upright cherry-like growth. Large maroon red fo- 
liage that holds its strong color through the entire growing 
season. Many clusters of small white blooms. Highly orna- 
mental even in winter after the fallen leaves have exposed 
the deep red branches. 4-6 ft., $1.50; 5-gal. containers, $2.50. 
PINK FLOWERING LOCUST 
Robina pseudoacacia Decaisne. Some varieties of Pink 
Locust are very discouraging in their weak habit of growth, 
but here is an energetic one that grows readily, produces 
heavy racemes of fragrant pink blossoms and is clothed with 
lush handsome foliage. 30 ft. 10-12 ft., $4.50; 6-gal. contain- 
ers, $4.50; 15-gal. containers, $7.50. 
DECIDUOUS SHADE TREES 
Trees and more trees is the crying need of Southern California. 
It really gets warm here, the 
Chamber of Commerce notwithstanding. Deciduous trees afford welcome restful shade in summer and 
allow you to enjoy the warm winter sun. Approximate heights of trees follow descriptions. 
Prices are for bare-root dormant stock unless otherwise specified. January, February, March delivery. 
MAPLE TREES 
Acer dasycarpum. Silver Maple. A large spreading tree to 
50 ft. that with a moderate amount of water will supply 
ample shade in a short time. The characteristic maple foliage 
is bright green on the upper surface and gray green under- 
neath. Hardy anywhere in the coastal belt. Well branched 
specimen trees 10-12 ft., $4.00; 8-10 ft., $3.00. Young trees, 
well branched 6-7 ft., $1.75; 5-gal. containers, $2.50; 15-gal. 
containers, $7.50. 
CALIFORNIA ALDER 
Alnus rhombifolia. For rapidity of growth, beauty of fo- 
liage and unquestionable character this remarkable tree from 
our own California canyons is outstanding. The upright tree, 
spreading sufficiently to afford good shade, is heavily clothed 
through the entire growing season with large cool leaves of 
deepest green. One of the best trees for the lawn as it 
appreciates moisture. Well branched specimens, 6-8 ft., $1.75; 
5-gal. containers, $2.50. 
WHITE BIRCH 
Betula alba, Silver Birch. This slender 30-ft. tree is out- 
standingly lovely at all times. Through the growing season 
the thin swaying branchlets and quivering leaves cast their 
graceful shadows. In winter the picturesque white bark 
glistens in the winter sun. Planted either singly or in groups 
they have high ornamental value. Well branched specimens 
10-12 ft., extra heavy, $5.00; 8-10 ft., extra heavy, $3.50; 6-8 
ft., heavy, $2.25; 4-6 ft,, $1.50; 6-gal. containers, $4.00; 5-gal. 
containers, $2.50; 15-gal. containers, $7.50. 
MAIDENHAIR TREE 
Ginkgo biloba. Tall tree to 35 ft., rather slender when 
young, but quite spreading as it matures. The pright green 
foliage resembles Maiden Hair Fern but is built along much 
more generous and substantial lines. Individual leaves will 
measure as much as 2% in. across. In autumn the leaves are 
brilliant yellow. Easily grown most anywhere. 5-gal. contain- 
ers, $3.00; 15-gal. containers, $10.00. 
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