POLLINATION OF FRUIT TREES 
The value of pollination in the production of a fruit crop is now well recognized. ‘Although . 
many varieties are self-fruitful, experiments show that they are greatly benefited by cross 
pollination. 
Here are some brief remarks on how to select your varieties. 
APPLES—Most varieties need Gites lutea Plant therefore at least two different varieties. 
Latest observations by the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station, Geneva, N. Y. 
indicate that Baldwin and Rhode Island Greening are self-fruitful. However, crops are 
benefited if another variety is planted as a pollinator. eee 
PEARS—Most varieties need cross-pollination. Plant, therefore, at least two different varieties. 
Bartlett and Seckel do not pollinate each other. Where these two varieties are planted, a 
third variety should be included. Duchesse d’Angouleme is self-fruitful. However, they are — 
benefited by cross-pollination. 
PLUMS—Abundance and Burbank need cross-pollination. They pollinate each other. Other 
varieties which we offer are self-fruitful. : 
CHERRIES—Sweet Cherries need cross-pollination. Plant at least two different varieties. — 
Sour Cherries are self-fruitful. = 
PEACHES—J. H. Hale requires pollination. Any other Peach will pollinate this variety. Other 
varieties of Peaches are self-fruitful. 
CRAB APPLES, NECTARINES— They are self-fruitful. However, crops will be increased 
by planting different varieties for pollination. 
APRICOTS, FILBERT NUTS, CHINESE CHESTNUTS, BLUEBERRIES—They need 
cross-pollination. Plant two or more different varieties to insure satisfactory crops. 
Other kinds of Fruit Trees and Berry Plants are self-fruitful 
FAN-SHAPED ESPALIER TREES 
Fan-Shaped Espalier trees make a beautiful decoration for 
the sides of your home or garage. They need no more room _. 
or care than a Climbing Rose, are a never endmg point of inter- 
est, and will supply your table with delicious fruit. 
They grow 10 to 12 feet tall, and they generally begin to pro- 
: duce fruit the second or third year. 
Peaches, Apricots, and Sour Cherries are available in Fan- 
shaped Espalier trees. See pages 4, 5 and 6 for varieties and 
prices. 

PLANTING SEASON 
Spring Planting Time begins around the middle of March and continues through- 
out April and early May. 
Fall Planting Time begins in October and continues throughout November. 
We ship to Southern states all Winter. 
Please send in your order as soon as you receive this catalog. We will ship at 
proper planting time. 

