ORNAMENTAL TREES 
NOTE: We divide ornamental trees into two 
classes—those suitable for street planting, Class 
"A"; those suitable for lawns, Class "B’’. Those 
that can be used for either are marked “AB”. For 
large lawns many of the '‘A” class are desirable; 
note the letter after each variety. 
Many people are realizing nowadays that by 
expending a little time and study they can have 
well-kept and attractive looking grounds, adding 
to the beauty and comfort of the home and increas- 
ing the value of the property. There is an orna- 
mental deciduous tree for almost every purpose, 
whether for shade, for hiding objectionable sights, 
or for beauty, or utility. Our list comprises all 
those varieties which are well adapted to our west- 
ern climate. You will find many interesting trees 
suitable for your individual tastes. 
The ornamental trees cannot be sent by parcel 
post as they are too large. Consequently we are 
quoting them net prices and they will be sent to 
you express or freight charges collect. 
ASH 
EUROPEAN MOUNTAIN (8B). Hardy tree; head 
dense and regular, beautiful fernlike green folli- 
age; covered with clusters of bright red berries 
from August till winter. Needs fall watering. 5 
to 6 feet. 
(Each $2.39). 
BIRCH 
EUROPEAN WHITE. A hardy tree with smooth 
white bark and handsome foliage. Thrives well 
in most any soil. Very attractive and ornamental. 
To further insure their growing we handle birch 
trees balled and burlapped in moss. 6 to 8 foot 
trees. 
(Each $2.19). 
ELM 
AMERICAN (Ulmus Americana). Easily  distin- 
guished by its wide arching top, vase-like form 
and pendulous branchlets. Next to the oak this 
is the grandest and most picturesque of American 
trees. Yellow or brown in the fall. 6 to 8 feet. 
(Each $1.45) (3 for $3.90). 
CHINESE (Pumila). The Chinese Elm has gained 
in favor more rapidly than any other shade tree, 
due to its extreme hardiness, rapid growth and 
ability to withstand severe drought conditions. 
Brought from northern China, it is well adapted 
to our western climate. 6 to 8 feet. 
(Each $1.45) (3 for $3.90). 
Chinese Elm Seedlings. Good, sturdy stock, 18 
to 24 inches. 
(Per 100, $3.90). Postage: (45c) 
(Per 1000, express or freight, $29.00). 
MOLINE ELM. A tall growing tree that is very fine 
for street and drive planting. Large leaves of a 
beautiful green shade. 6 to 8 feet. 
(Each $1.90) (3 for $5.50). 
HACKBERRY 
HACKBERRY (Celtis Occidentalis). A rapid growing 
and desirable shade tree of spreading growth. 
Leaves to 5 inches long, toothed, bright green. 
Orange red or dark red fruit. Very sturdy, limbs 
seldom broken by wind or heavy snows. 5 to 6 
feet. 
(Each $2.19). 
HONEY LOCUST 
HONEY LOCUST (Gleditsia Triacanthos, Inermis). 
A thornless Honey Locust that is very hardy and 
will do in most any: kind of soil. Not affected by 
borers or drought. Fragrant yellow flowers the 
latter part of May, followed by long twisted seed 
pods to 1% feet long. 5 to-6 feet. 
(Each $2.40). 
LINDEN 
AMERICAN, Tillia Americana. This tall, stately 
tree with its large shining leaves makes an ideal 
street tree. Sweetly scented yellowish-green 
flowers in July. 6 to 8 feet. 
(Each $2.49). 
MAPLE 
NORWAY (Platanoides) (A). A hardy tree, otf sym- 
metrical but spreading growth, often 40 feet in 
height. Roots deeply, allowing grass to grow 
close to the trunk. Fine for park or street plant- 
ing. 6 to 8 feet. 
(Each $2.89). 
SCHWEDLER’S MAPLE (AB). The beautiful leaves 
attract attention at all seasons but are especially 
fine in spring when their gleaming red and purple 
contrast brightly with the delicate green of other 
trees. In midsummer they are purplish green, 
in autumn golden yellow. 6 to 8 feet, branched. 
(Each $3.95). 
SOFT OR SILVER MAPLE (A). A hardy, rapid 
growing native tree of large size. Valuable for 
producing a quick shade. Excellent for street 
planting. 6 to 8 feet. 
(Each $1.60) (3 for $4.20). 
SUGAR OR HARD MAPLE. Splendid ornamental 
tree, very hardy, not particular as to soil. Spread- 
ing habit of growth and fairly rapid grower. Cut 
leaves, silvery white underneath. Foliage turns 
bright orange or scarlet in autumn. 6 to 8 feet 
branched. 
(Each $3.25). 
WEIR’S CUT-LEAVED MAPLE (AB). One of the best 
cut or dissected leaved trees, of rapid growth. 
9 to 6 feet. 
(Each $1.79). 
COTTONWOOD 
COTTONWOOD (Cottonless). A fast growing tree 
similar to the old-fashioned western type of cot- 
tonwood but does not develop seed or cotton. 
Easily grown. 6 to 8 feet in height. 
(Each $1.40) (10 for $12.50). 
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68 THE WESTERN SEED COMPANY, DENVER, COLORADO 
