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Zilke’s Shade and Ornamental Trees 
SILVER MAPLE—A very fast growing tree, round 
to oval in outline, with finely cut leaves, silvery un-: 
derneath, which turn in fall to a beautiful, clear yel- 
low coloring often brightened with brilliant red. The 
Silver Maple is not particular as to soil conditions 
and will thrive in moist or wet locations. 3 to 4 ft. 
trees, 35c each; 4 for $1.00; 6 to 8 ft. trees, $1.45 ea. 
WISCONSIN WEEPING WILLOW—Long fine 
leaves borne on sweeping branches that reach to the 
ground when trees are a few years old. Trees grow to 
a great height and become very picturesque. Grow 
rapidly. 4-6 ft. trees, 85c each, 3 for $2.25. 
LOMBARDY POPLAR—No other tree so stately and 
artistic for accent purposes. Plant in groups of 3 or 
5, or in rows 2 to 5 feet apart. Marvelous for back- 
grounds and windbreaks, and planted along drives. 
Plant between fields to keep soil from blowing. Trees 
are branched from the ground up. Keep narrow col- 
umnar shape without any pruning. Rapid growers on 
any soil. Prices: 3 to 5 foot trees, 35¢ each; 4 for 
$1.00; Heavy 5 to 7 foot trees, 70c each, 2 for $1.25. emer 
‘CHINESE ELM (Ulmus pumila)—Very rapid grow- 
er. Will give ample shade in only 5 or 6 years from 
planting. Has dense, dark green foliage; is the first 
shade tree to leaf out in the spring, and the last to shed 
its leaves in the fall. Resists drought and cold, and 
succeeds in all parts of the United States. Does well in 
all soils, except on low, wet ground. Prices: 4 to 5 ft. 
trees, 50c each; 3 for $1.25; 6 to 8 ft. trees, $1.00 each; 
3 for $2.50. 
SMOKE TREE—One of the most picturesque and un- 
usual of the small hardy trees. Beautiful foliage of 
dense green is surmounted in summer with masses of " 
loose, feathery panicles of minute flowers. which give oF 
the effect of a dense cloud of smoke. Thrives anywhere j 
but prefers a dry, sunny location. Foliage colors bril- 
liantly in autumn. Grows to a height of 12 feet. Be sure 
to get this unique tree, at only 2 to 3 ft., $1.00 each. 
DWARF RED-LEAF MAPLE—Rounded dwarf trees 
seldom maturing to over 10 feet in height. Densely 
furnished to the ground with indented leaves of unrival- i 
ai ed brilliancy and charm. Their early spring and mid- 
Weeping Willow - summer cclor is a vivid 
blood-red which dulls to 



| a bronzy purple-red to- 
wards fall. They make splendid foreground subjects in 
mixed groups or are unexcelled for a bright spot of color 
on tte open lawn. 9 to 12 in. trees, $1.25 ea; 2 for $2.25. 
MAGNOLIA SOULANGEANA (Saucer Magnolia)—By 
far the best of the Hardy Magnolia, producing a wealth 
of delicately shaded blooms, just before the leaves open. 
The flowers open light purple at base, shading to pink at 
tips, with inside of petals clear pink to white. One of our 
most beautiful ornamentals. 15 to 20 inch plants, $1.75 
each; 3 to 314 ft., $4.50 each; 24 to 36 in. plants, $3.50. 
HOPA FLOWERING CRAB—One of the most desirable 
varieties. An attractive upright growing tree that be- 
comes literally covered with large, rose colored flowers. 
Hardy and free from disease. One of the best. Heavy 4-6 
ft. trees, $1.25 each. 

