
The § : ; 
7 The | Preading Growth of SHADE TREES will Create Much Comfort for Your Home. 
Air Condition Your Home : Your Property will increase in value by the pleasant surroundings. 
Shade Trees Not Mailable 
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rapid 
SCHWEDLER’S MAPLE (Red Leaf Maple)—This is the Maple with red folia 
early spring, and during the summer the leaves are bronzy red. A little more 
growth than the Hard Maple. 8 to 10 ft., $6.50 each. 
HARD MAPLE (Sugar Maple)—This is the old-time Hard Maple. 
long lasting. 8 to 10 ft. trees, $5.00 each. 
NORWAY MAPLE—Very much like the Hard Maple, but grows a little faster. 
iage golden yellow in fall. 8 to 10 ft. trees, $6.00 each. 
SILVER MAPLE—Fast growing Maple. Will last 75 to 100 years. 
ing shade tree. 8 to 10 ft. trees, $4.00 each. 
MOLINE ELM—A tall upright tree with large leaves. 
poplars. This tree will out-live three plantings of poplars. 
6 to 8 ft. trees, $2.75. 8 to 10 ft. trees, $5.00. 
SYCAMORE—Large, fast growing tree, with very large leaves; bark somewhat whit- 
ish. 6 to 8 ft. trees, $2.75 each. 
HACKBERRY—A medium fast growing tree; foliage much like the elm. Makes a doe 
headed tree; very tough; will not break up with wind. 8 to 10 ft. trees, $4.00 each. 
KENTUCKY COFFEE TREE—Light blue-green fern-like foliage. Very a eearg 
even in winter. White flowers in June. Grows 30 to 40 feet. 6 to 8 ft. trees, $4. 
each. 
WHITE BIRCH—This is the tree with the white bark, known as Canoe Birch or Pa- 
per White Birch. 5 to 6 ft. trees, $2.00 each. 
LOCUST THORNLESS—Fragrant white flowers in May. Long lived hardy tree; no 
thorns. Not affected by borers or drowth. 8 to 10 ft. trees, $4.00 each. 
PIN OAK—Rapid growth. Leaves deeply cut; colors beautifully in fall. 
$1.50 each. 8 to 10 ft. trees, $5.00 each. 
CHINESE ELM—One of the fastest growing trees we have. 
of the best trees for quick shade. 5 to 6 ft. trees, $1.90 each. 
each. 8 to 10 ft trees, 3.60 each. 
LOMBARDI POPLARS—Tall, slim growing tree: very fast growing. Used for screens 
and lot line plantings. 3 to 4 ft trees, 40 cents each. 5 to 6 ft. trees, 75 cents each. 
Slow growing but 
Fol- 
A good, fast grow- 
Grows much like the tall, silm 
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Medium fast growls. 
4 to 5 it, trees; 
Lives 20 to 25 years. One 
6 to 8 ft. trees, $2.50 
8 to 10 ft. trees, $1.50 each. 
WILLOWS 
WISCONSIN WEEPING WILLOW— 
A graceful tree with branches weeping 
Green bark; leaves sil- 
ver under side. 4 to 5 ft. trees, 60 cents 
each. 6 to 8 ft. trees, $2.00 each. 
to the ground. 
PUSSY WILLOW—A 
account of catkins in 
popular, willow on 
March before the 
leaves appear. 4 to 5 ft. trees, 75 cents 
each. 6 to 8 ft trees, $1.50 each. 
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VINES and CLEMATIS 
Strong 2 Year Plants 
75 cenis each 3 for $2.00 
WISTERIA (Purple)—One of the finest climbers, of 
hardy, with long, pendulous clusters of bluish purple 
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 10 cents 
rapid growth, and perfectly 
. Flowers in June, Grafted 
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 es 
i pecially ornamental j al itl 
Plieangieranen: cdi carlce fan y al in fall and winter, with 
vigorous vine attaining a height of over 25 feet, it 
mass of foamy sprays of white flowers which turn 
€, and the combination of the white and rose make 
GOLDEN FLAME (Honeysuckle)—New _ ever- 
blooming Honeysuckle vine, blooms from early 
Summer until frost. Red flame outside. yellow 
inside. 
Clematis 
Postage 10c 
I list here below ‘wo 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 
F Clematis. Flowers 4 t 6 incl 
P 1 s o 6 inches across. 2 year 
Beans Pot Grown Plants, $1.00 each. : 
MME. EDW. ANDRE—A robust plant blooming freely, Violet red flower 4 to 4 
inches across. 
2 year Pot Grown Plants, $1.00 each, 
PANICULATA—The small flowering 
‘s Sweet scented white clemati One 
vigorous and beautiful climbers. "s ia oe 
3 year Field Grown Plants, 75c each. 
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Lombardy Poplar 
THE EVER POPULAR FLOWERING CRAB 
In late years the Flowering Crab has become very popular. They are small growing 
trees, about 10 feet tall or can be trimmed when small into bush forms. We list several 
of the best varieties. 
RED SILVER CRAB—Foliage somewhat cut leaved, with silver and red color; rich 
maroon red fruit. 4 to 5 ft trees, $1.75 each. 
ELEY CRAB—Red foliage in spring. 
4 to 5 ft. trees, $1.75. 
Single pink flowers followed by showy red fruit. 
HOPA CRAB—Upright tree with attractive foliage, covered with crimson buds, opening 
to rose colored flowers in April. Fruit red inside and out, hanging on until fall. 
4 to 5 ft. trees, $1.75 each. 
ARNOLD CRAB—Pink flowers in long stalked clusters. 
4 to 5 ft. trees, $1.75 each. 
Yellow waxy fruit in fall. 

RED LEAF PLUM—A new and popular tree. 
bronze all summer. A small beautiful tree. 
$1.50 each. 
MAY\DAY TREE—Produces a wealth of large, clear white flowers in May, followed by 
edible fruit. A very pretty small tree. 3 to 4 ft. tree, $1.50 each. 
Foliage bright red in spring, reddish 
White flowers in May. 4 to 5 ft trees, 
PLANT A HEDGE... 
Postage on Hedge Plants—12c per 12; 
35c per 100 
Amoor River 
Special 
12 to 18 in. 
Plants 
$1.50 per 10 
$12.00 per 100 
Zetowontte 
Plants 
$2.00 per 10 
$18.00 per 100 

AMOOR RI 

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IVET 
_ This is the hardy type of privet so much used for hedges. 
which hanes on very late in the fall. 
uct l Has glossy green foliage 
\ [his variety of Privet can be trimmed at any 
time inte any shape. Plant Amoor Privet no matter where you live, it will increase 
the value of your place. ; 
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BRIDAL WhEATH (spirea Van Houttei) 
Grandest of Spireas, one of the best of shrubs; complete fountain of pure white 
bloom "May and June. Vi 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, $2.00 per 10 
2-3 ft., 45c each; 10 for $4.00 3-4 ft. 60c each 10 for $5.00 
$e eee eee 
JAPA\E.E BAKEERKY 
li. inest of all the Barberries, grown in compact form, spiny stems, foliage fine 
and de ~., changing to brilliant red in fall, the clusters of red berries hanging on all 
Winte; ich used for hedge and borders. Considered by many to be the most 
valuahl oreign shrub grown. This Barberry is recommended by the Government. 
It does tt have the wheat rust. 
Special—12-18 in. Plants, $2.50 per 10 $18.00 per 100 
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CHINESE ELM 
The Chinese Elm is a very good fast growing tall hedge or screen plant. 
growing. Will stand hot weather. 2 to 3 ft. plants, $1.00 for 10 plants; 
$6.00 per 100. 
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PERSIAN LILAC 
This ts 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, 60c each; 3-4 ft., $1.00. 
ALPHA, ILLINOIS 
150 
Very fast 
$3.50 for 50; 

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