RUSSIAN MULBERRY—Hardy in all states—never win- 
ter kills. Superior to other kinds, as it makes a dense hedge 
from the ground up. Unlike most other hedging varieties 
as to growth and shape of leaves; very attractive foliage, 
making an outstanding and beautiful hedge, altogether dif- 
ferent than old common varieties. Cannot be surpassed for 
tall hedges to hide unsightly views, or can. be pruned to any 
height desired. Be the first in your locality to get started 
with this outstanding hedge. 18 to 24 inch plants, 6 for 90¢; 
12 for $1.45; 25 for $2.45; 50 for $4.00; 100 for $7.45; 200 
for $12.95. 
GREEN BARBERRY—A very popular low growing hedge. 
Untrimmed it makes a dense, rounded hedge 2 to 3 feet tall 
and almost as wide, but it can be trimmed to any desired 
| height and width. The foliage is bright green, turning a 
| TRUEHEDGE COLUMNBERRY—One of the great- beautiful orange-scarlet in the fall and the bright red ber- 
est introductions of the past decade. As a hedging it ries gleam along the branches all winter. Grows in sun or 
is unique in that it grows upright, therefore will make partial shade. Rust-free type, 8 to 12 inch, strong well 
a hedge almost without trimming. It is especially val- branched, heavy rooted 2 year old transplants. 19¢ each; 
uable in places where a narrow hedge is wanted. It 6 for 95¢; 12 for $1.65; 25 for $3.00; 50 for $5.50; 100 for 
grows very dense, bushy, upright and cannot be seen $9.95. Extra Large Heavy 3 year plants, 12-18 inch, 30¢ 
through. The leaves are a deep glossy green and each; 4 for $1.00. 
cover the plant completely right down to the ground. §PIREA VAN HOUTTI (Bridal Wreath)—This shrub has 
In the fall it colors a rich orange-red and the red done more to beautify the homes of America than any other. 
berries hang on all winter. The plant is _ perfectly [+t is by far the most popular and widely planted, it makes 
hardy, easy to grow, and succeeds everywhere. It is good everywhere. Can be used for foundation planting, as a 
rustproof. Almost right from the day you plant it, single speciman, for screens, hedge—in fact any place you 
you get immediate hedge effect. It can be trimmed want a medium tall shrub. It grows in sun or partial shade. 
and. clipped to any desired shape or form. This is es- 9 year heavy rooted, well branched, 22¢ each; 10 for $1.80; 
pecially valuable in formal gardens. In the north it is 95 for $4.00: 50 for $7.00; $13.00 per 100. 
especially valuable in that it can be used like Box- y : : : 
wood, so you can get an English and Colonial effect, CHINESE ELM—It can be kept trimmed to a medium 
Allowed to grow naturally it makes an unsurpassed height or grown as a taller screen. The more you trim it, 
semiformal hedge. Heavy transplants 10 to 15 inch the more dense and compact it gets. Grows so rapidly that it 
plants; 5 plants $2.25; 25 plants $10.00. will make a hedge in just a few months. Perfectly hardy 
and planted in every state, hardy, beautiful, fast-growing 
AMOOR RIVER PRIVET—Most popular, low cost and priced very low. As it becomes known, it will be planted 
hardy hedging for the North. Produces an abundance for hedging by the millions. The plants we offer are well 
of dark green, glossy leaves on upright branches. Free branched, especially selected for hedge planting. 18 to 30 
from insects and diseases! White flowers in clusters, inch, 12 for $1.00; 25 for $1.75; 50 for $2.95; 100 for $4.95. 
and berries. Set plants 10 to 12 inches apart. Can be 
clipped any time during summer and kept desired 
height and shape. Also used unclipped for foundation plantings 
around tall buildings, and for screens along alleys. 2 yr. well 
branched, well rooted, 12 to 16 inch plants, 12 for $1.25; 25 for 
$2.25; 50 for $4.25; 100 for $7.45 ;—16 to 24 inch, 12 for $1.95; 25 
for $3.45; 50 for $6.00; 100 for $10.45; Extra Heavy 2 to 3 ft., 6 
for $1.65; 12 for $2.75; 25 for $4.75; 50 for $8.75; 100 for $15.95. 
THE RUST PROOF VARIETY 
RED BARBERRY-—Similar to Green Barberry in all respects ex- 
cept color—is a brilliant red. Early spring, assumes a deep, | 4 
bronzy red color, which it retains until fall, when it changes to a | 
vivid orange, scarlet and red shades, far more brilliant than the 
ordinary Japanese Barberry. Heavy 2 yr. transplants with good 
roots and well branched tops, 8 to 12 inch plants, 26¢ each; 5 for 
$1.15; 10 for $2.15; 25 for $4.85; 50 for $8.75; 100 for $15.95—12 
; to 15 inch plants 35¢ each; 5 for $1.65; 10 for $3.20; 25 for $7.50; Extra Heavy 
15 to 18 inch plants, 45¢ each; 5 for $2.20; 10 for $4.25. 
LOMBARDY POPLAR—A unique and beautiful living green wall. Set 
Lombardy Poplars 1 foot apart and cut the tops off straight like a hedge. 
Makes a solid wall through which no animal can crawl. Hardy, healthy, 
thrives on poor soil. Branches from ground up. For Prices See Page 34. 
ZILKE'S NORTHERN GROWN HARDY HEDGE PLANTS 


100 Beautiful Amoor River Privet Plants Only $7.45 


DISCOUNTS FOR EARLY ORDERS 
Most nursery stock is very scarce this year. Please do not wait until plant- 
ing time to order. Plants, trees, shrubs, and bulbs will be reserved as long 
as the supply lasts, and shipped to you at the proper spring planting time. 
Please order now, as soon as you receive this catalog. You will be saving 
10%, and be sure of getting what you want. 
10 Percent Discount On Cash Orders Mailed Before March 5, 1949. 
5 Percent Discount On Cash Orders Mailed Before March 31, 1949. 
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