FLOWERING TREES 

Birch, Cut-Leaf Weeping (Betula pendula gracilis). 
The drooping branches found in this form bring gracetul- 
ness to the Birch. The finely cut leaves become an attractive 
clear yellow in autumn while the showy white bark provides 
color throughout the year. This tree is most effectively shown 
in group plantings. Height 30 to 40 feet, spread 25 feet. 
Birch, Paper (Betula papyrifera). Many people know this 
eye-catchng native tree as White Birch or Canoe Birch. The 
branches arch gently to an open crown. The white bark and 
the clear yellow leaves in fall provide showy colors. It is 
most effectively planted when in clumps against a back- 
ground of Evergreens. Height 60 feet, spread 30 feet. 
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Elim, American (Ulmus americana). Everyone knows this 
tree as one of our grandest native shade trees. Height 80 to 
100 feet, spread 50 to 80 feet. 
Elim, Lake City. This is a grafted form of the American 
Elm. It is distinguished by symmetrical form and rich foliage. 
Many show a preference for this Elm where it can be seen 
for comparison with the American Elm. 
Schwedler Maple ‘Colorful in Summer” 
Maple, Schwedler (Acer platanoides schwedleri). The 
leaves are an attractive red throughout the summer. It is best 
used as a specimen and should have full sunlight for greatest 
coloration. Height 40 to 50 feet, spread 30 feet. 
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Cut-Leaf Weeping Birch 
“Colorful in All Seasons” 
Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis). Hackberry 
shows a remarkable tolerance to a wide variety 
of soil and moisture conditions. It grows rapid- 
ly but is tough and strongly branched. Height 
60 to 70 feet, spread 50 feet. 
Linden (Tilia americana). This handsome 
shade tree is also known as the Basswood. The 
branching is compact and the crown is oval. It 
is hardy and grows rapidly. Soon after the 
leaves have formed it bears clusters of small but 
fragrant white and cream-colored flowers. 
Height 75 feet, spread 50 to 60 feet. 
Maple, Crimson King (Acer _ platanoides 
schwedleri nigra). (Plant Patent No. 735.) This 
beautiful ornamental is a form of the Schwedler 
Maple that was selected in Europe for its bril- 
liant crimson leaves. The color is retained 
throughout the summer. 
Maple, Silver (Acer saccharinum). Here is a 
quick growing Maple that reaches a large size. 
The leaves are pale green above and silvery 
beneath. Height 75 to 100 feet, spread 50 to 
60 feet. 
Maple, Sugar (Acer saccharum). This Maple 
has an oval shape with a symmetrically rounded 
crown. It will grow under various conditions. In 
fall the leaves turn from a bright green to 
showy reds and yellows, Height 80 feet, spread 
40 to 50 feet. 
