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BUY FOR LESS FROM ZiL 
PLANT SHADE AND ORNAMENTAL THE WORLD’S FINEST IRIS ORNAMENTAL, FLOWERING SHRUBS 
TREES THIS FALL 
SILVER MAPLE—Well known, rapid growing 
tree, leaves silver underneath. 5-6 FT. 80c EACH: 
7-9 FT. $2.00 EACH 

SPIRAE, ANTHONY WATERER—A dwarf 
variety of red spirea, very attractive plants, 12-18 
INCH 60c EACH, 2 FOR $1.00. 
PURPLE FRINGE—Beautiful foliage of dense 
green surmounted in autumn with loose, feather 
masses of tiny blue flowers, giving the entire tree 
the appearance of a dense cloud of smoke, a benuti- 
ful sight on any lawn 18-24 INCH PLANTS, 65c 
EACH. 2 FOR $1.15. 
SPIREA VAN HOUTTI—Well Known, popular 
shrub Graceful habit of growth. Pure white 
flowers. Heavy bloomer. 18-24 INCH PLANTS 
20c EACH: 10 FOR $1.50. $11.00 PER 100. 
RED JAPAN QUINCE—Loads of bright red 
flowers early in the spring. Foliage is glossy, dar‘ 
green 18-24 INCH, 60c EACH, 2 FOR $1.00. 
RUSSIAN OLIVE—Foliage is beautiful silvery 
gray, flowers are golden colored, very fragrant 
followed by ornamental yellowish-brown fruit 18- 
24 INCH, 60c FACH: 2 FOR $1.00 



LOMBARDY POPLAR—Tall grower, pyramidal 
Valuable for landscape work and screens. Low 
branched. 3-4 FT. 40c EACH: 3 FOR $1.00. 
6-9 FT. TREES $1.00 EACH: 3 FOR $2.50. 
NEW RED LEAF PEACH—Beav‘iful bright 
red foliage, gradually dulling to a deep maroon 
toward fall, rich pink hlos oms. 8-4 FT. TREES, 
85c EACH: 4-5 FT, TREES $1.15 EACH. 


HOPA FLOWERING CRAB—Tree is covered 
with fragrant, bright pink flowers in the spring 
maroon foliage. Very hardy, beautiful lawn tre 
4-6 FT. TREES $1.50 EACH. 



MOUNTAIN ASH —The most beautiful lawn tree 
with its dazzling orange berries. Berries remain all 
winter, in large clusters. Graceful branches of 
fancy leaves. 4-5 FT. $1.50 EACH. 


WEEPING WILLOW —Long slender leaves on ALL ORDERS WILL BE FILLED WITH LARGE MILDRED PRESBY 
graceful branches, sweeping the ground Rapid STRONG HEAVY HEALTHY ROOTS white, falls rich, deep, velvet 
grower. Trim as desired 5-6 FT. TREES, 75c EACH POSTPAID. FORSYTHIA, GOLDEN BELL Guy little gold- 
EACH. ALTA CALIFORNIA—Tall. clear deep yellow en bells scattered along the swaying branches in 
free flowering. 30¢c POSTPAID. : MRS. VALLERY WEST—Huge sive Rich the spring, before leaves form. Green glossy leuves. 
prown-red and crimson blend, 30c EACH POST- HEAVY 38-4 FT. PLANTS $1.00 EACH; 3 FOR 
VOT) Ge ies BRUNO—Dark brown-blue velvety texture. Large PAID. PD 
35c POSTPAID. ; oo 
PHEBUS—Well formed. smooth soft canary ye 
CLARA NOYES— Rich orange-red in color low. 25¢ BACH POSTPAID. 
Early. 30c POSTPAID. A rae 
RAMESSE—Blending of pink and soft yellow 
CHEERIO—Satiny ruby red toned, one of the 25¢ EACH POSTPAID. 
best. 35¢ POSTPAID. 

BLUE ROSE OF SHARON—Lar single flow- 
ers of deep blue shade with a crimson eye, rare 
color in flowers 18-24 INCH, 50c EACH. 
REDBUD—A solid mass of pink flowers against 
the blue sky is a sight to behold. 2-3 FT. 85c 
EACH. 2 FOR $1.50. 
HYDRANGEA A. G.—Large white flowers in 
great abundance from midsummer through fall. 
Grows in sun or shade. 2 YR. BLOOMING SIZE, 
60c EACH: 3 FOR $1.50. 

OUR GUARANTEE 
We guarantee all of our nursery stock to be 
Just as represented in our catalog, fully up to 
grade, of good quality, free from disease, and 
absolutely true to name; also to reach the cus- 
tomer alive and in perfect growing condition 
Furthermore, we will at our option either re 
place free of charge or refund purchase price of 
any stock that arrives in bad condition, pro 
vided claims are made 10 days after arrival, 
accompanied by a signed statement from the ex 
press agent or postmaster at destination, show- 
ing extent of loss or damage. After 10 days, it 
is mutually agreed that stock is satisfactory 
Do not return plants unless so instructed by us 
RUBEO—Beautiful velvety red of colossal size 
DOLLY MADISON—EFarly. _ Brilliant-orang¢ 40c EACH POSTPAID. 
blend. 25¢ EACH. POSTPAID ; a 
SHAN JEAN—Soft creamy buff, flushed ot 
DEPUTE NOMBLOT—Gigantic size. Coppery lavender gray, fall ruby-red. 35¢ EACH POST- 
red flushed golden bronze. 30c EACH POSTPAID. PAID. 

EACH POSTPAID. 
HARDY HEDGE PLANTS 
AMOOR RIVER FRIVET—Very hardy, 
green leaves. Trim and shape any time during th« 
summer. 18-24 INCH PLANTS, 12 FOR $2.15; 
25 FOR $3.50; 50 FOR $6.50; 100 FOR $10.95. 
GREEN BARBERRY—Ideal for low growing 
hedge. Beautiful for lawn borders or short drives 
Green leaves turn gold and scarlet in the fall fol 
lowed by berries in fall. 12-15 INCH TRANS 
PLANTS 27c EACH: 5 FOR $1.25; 10 FOR $2.15 
25 FOR $4.75. 
EVELYN BENSON—Red-carmine self blend 
Perfect form 25¢c EACH POSTPAID, 
rlossy 

FRIEDA MOHR—Hucge in size Early Fragrant 
Beautiful deep pink. 80c EACH POSTPAID. 
INDIAN CHIEF —Larece brilliant red-toned, out 
standing. 30¢ EACH POSTPAID. 
JUNALASKA—Large Lovely rose-soft velvet 
blend, dazzling brilliance 30c EACH POSTPAID 

Remember, trees, plants and vines are living 
things, and subject to attacks by insects, drouzhs 
and disease. Continued growth depends upon 
soil, climatic conditions, planting and care— 
conditions we cannot control—hence is not 
guaranteed. 

JEAN CAYEUX—Marvelous blending of Havana 
and coffee brown. 30c EACH POSTPAID. 
LADY PARAMOUNT—HBest huge early medium 
yellow 25c EACH POSTPAID. 
MONSIGNOR—Rich violet blue 20c EACH 
POSTPAID. 
MISSOURI—True blue coloring perfect fo 
flaring yellow falls 30c EACH POSTPAID 
GENUINE FLUIE D’ OR—Tall, deep clear yellow, heavy 
oomer Cc 
IMPORTED HYACINTHS ia ‘acwncty defer 
HYACINTHS ARE LOVED BY EVERYONE BE- 
CAUSE THEY APPEAR IN THE SPRING LONG 
BEFORE MOST TULIPS, WITH THEIR BRIGHT 
CHEERFUL COLORS, BEAUTIFUL CLOSELY- 
SET SPIKES OF BLOOM, WHICH ARE EX- 
TREMELY FRAGRANT. 
WE OFFER YOU THESE BULBS IN PINK, RED 
BLUE, PURPLE AND WHITE. 
BIG 15 TO 16 CENTIMETER BULBS AT 
25c EACH: 3 FOR 70c; 6 FOR $1.20; 12 
FOR $2.35; 25 FOR $4.45 POSTPAID. 
It is mutually agreed that in any event we 
will not be liable for more than the purchase 
price of the stock. It is understood and agreed 
between the customer and ourselves that the 
purchaser's order, and our acknowledgement of 
its receipt, shall constitute a mutual acceptance 
of the above terms and “conditions 
RED BARBERRY—lI's brilliant red leaves re 
main all summer, changing to a vivid orange, scar 
let in fall 12-15 INCH TRANSPLANTS, 35c 
EACH: 3 FOR $1.00; 10 FOR $2.85; 25 FOR $6.50 




SAN DIEGO—Fine rich dark blue 20c BACH 
POSTPAID. 
SIERRA BLUE—Tall, Smooth refined clear blue 
30c EACH. POSTPAID 
EVERBLOOMING ROSES 
AS TO COLOR 
Imagine getting, fine, heavy, field grown ever 
blooming roses at our new low sale price The 
Roses that v fill your order with are genuine 
everblooming varieties, only you order by color in- 
stead of variety You order and select the color 
and we select the variety. We do this because we 
often have a surplus of certain varieties, therefore, 
this plan avoids waste for us and results in a big 
Saving to you. We offer red, pink, yellow, two- 
tone, white. 

SENSATION—Fragrant. One of the best blue 
tones 80c EACH POSTPAID. 
TIFFANY—Yellow gaily stitched in rosy bronze 
30c EACH POSTPAID. 
WHITE NITE—Waxy snow white. 25¢ BACH 
POSTPAID. EVEREBLOOMING BUSH ROSES, REGULAR 
2 YR. SIZE, 2 POR $1.35; 5 FOR $3.00; 10 
ZUNI—Huge Rich glowing red-brown-copper FOR $5.00 



color 35¢ EACH POSTPAID. 
ZAHAROON—PBPeautiful blending of subtle soft 
pastel tints. 30¢c EACH POSTPAID. 

STATE COLOR OR COLORS WANTED 
0 EE oe 2 THE BETTER PEONIES 
ALL STOCK IS OF STRONG DIVISONS, CUT FROM YOUNG, THRIFTY PLANTS, FREE 







BIG IRIS SPECIAL FROM DISEASES. (SHIPPED BY PREPAID PARCEL POST) 
30 DIFFERENT VARIETIES, ALL COLORS LORA DEXHEIMER—Large double full flowers 
1 had 1 t ba 
OUR SELECTION OF VARIETIES, of intense apa maa oe shading dé er a Jase 
IMPORTED GIANT (we do not label these as to name) poe gta a es Gt | PEONIES AS TO COLOR | 
a SPECIAL Pp $2.95 POSTPAID PHYLLIS xXELway Mil inmost AORTA, YUUH CHOICE OF RED—PINK—WHITE 
FLOWERING CROCUS et 1005215 pide | Meu eee gine cee 3 TOR $1.00 POSTPAID 
FOR SHEER BEAUTY AND EXQUISITE COL 
ORING, CROCUS HAS NO EQUAL. VERY HARDY 
ND ‘EASILY GROWN, EVERY GARDEN 
HOULD HAVE A SPECIAL CROCUS PLANT 
ING, THEIR BRILLIANT COLORS ARE A DE = bs 
LIGHT IN THE EARLY SPRING. ONCE PLANT OUTSTANDING MUGHO PINE—The Dwarf Candle Tree. ‘Valuable for all group 
ED, REQUIRES NO CARE. GOOD FOR MANY plantings. Dwarf in habit, forming a low dome-shaped mound. Color 
YEARS HARDY PHLOX dark green except in early spring when the tender new growth of 
zht green gives it a two-color effect Heavy 15 to 18 in spread, $3.00 
ORIA—Bomh type, pure white (You order by color and not by variety) 
QUEEN VICT Soh) erpe) miners ae 
Zilke’s Select Friendly Evergreens Gaede estensively for scat flovver purposes, Bay 
Mid-season 40c each 


MME. GEISSLER—Beautiful glossy old-rose pin! 
40c each. 


EDWARD ANDRE—Very dark velvety erimson 


12 FOR 65c; 25 FOR $1.15 POSTPAID STRONG FIELD GROWN PLANTS, 33c EACH: each red. 60c each. 
5 . a 5 
WE OFFER YOU, WHITE, YELLOW, PURPLE Pee OR eLSbGI OU OW\$2-00: ROSTPATD.- PYRAMIDAL ARBORVITAE—The Landseaper’s Delight. Grows PIERRE DESSERT—Very dark velvety crimson 
Mle sao avait EAN Ye RAGAN z ee aan ‘= 1E compact and develops naturally into a perfect pryamidal form. Fo 50c each 
AS) {ELAS (ESENENO COONEROEE YUEESEEO), BIO AES Oa worynood mew eis deep green, retaining its color throughout the on Fine for fou l : P i 
BORDEN GEM—Outstanding, PURPLE tion, group or garden planting. Heavy 24 to 30 inch trees, each $ MARGUERITE GERARD—Beautiful hydrangea 

2 for $5.00. Heavy 12 to 15 inch transplants, $1.15 each; 2 for $2 pink 50c each. 
CHIEFPTAIN—Deepest DARK RED. 




ROSA SUPERBA—Large, LILAO-PINK IRISH JUNIPER—The slender beauty nder, formal EMILE HOSTE—Very large creamy white. 6bc 
and columnar in form Very compact, deep Reaches a each. 
—Fines UR /HITE sik i 6 7 feet 3 aturity, b aver Over a) aa eter 
rar eel de Baa i aye on “OAR pe eee ore like onal af sictharorsee a "1 Seeeeatene: ft GIGANTEA—Large deep pink 50c each, 
Pe BEAUTY—Brilliant, ORANGE- SOAR- trees $2.25 each; 3 to 4 foot, $3.00 each; Strong 4 to 5 ft., $4.50 THLIX OROUSSE Moo frecdonber ticomeupesn 
7 FoR . T P Tas [he f flower and all-s i dependability no other 
AR G—LAVENDER SAVIN JUNIPER— The foundation Ever en The favorite trailer ty of flower and all-arounc 
i ROUINE VanDeN ees - i —heautiful, dependable, and hardy everywhere Dark green, tufted red can surpass it Rich ruby-red 60c each. 
ee foliage covers dense, spreading branches, producing jn ideal plant for x , hanad 
RHEINLANDER—DEEP SALMON. the foreground, and giving the finest sort of finish to foundation groups MARTHA BULLOCH—Mammoth cup-sAape 
4 a parks or formal beds It endures smoky conditions cf the city, and is flowers The largest of the good Peonies. Deep 
MRS. W. G. HARDING—DEEP ROSE at home everywhere. Seldom over 3 feet high at maturity. Heavy 18 to ST Pate AL OCS I ee 
r 7 F F ¢ e ‘ sink the outer petals. Stems strong and erect; 
STARLIGHT—VIOLET, with white eye 24 inch trees, $2.50 each. pink in 
mid-season 65c each 
SPINY GREEK JUNIPER—The tree with many points This beau 








































tiful variety forms a tall, beautiful tr broad base, gradually tapering WALTER FAXON—One of the finest of all peon 
to a tall, dense ¢onical head. Color is a fine glaucous blue. Strong, 12 ies. Soft coral-pink, shaded lighter at the base 
to 15 inch trees, $1.25 each; heavy 15 to 20 inch, $2.00 each. Delightfully fragrant A superb show flower. Mid 
j season. 50c each, 
ANDORA JUNIPER—Low growing, spreading dwarf evergreen. Beau 
tiful silvery green in spring, turning to rich purple ponte in ee ALSACE-LORRAINE—La mid-season Pure 
Heavy 18 to 24 inch trees, $2.50 each; 24 to 30 inch, $3.75 each; 2 for waxy white, with a soft, creamy tone and a sugges MME. 3 = 2 Rae 
: ay : 1 - 5 . JULES DESSERT—White with delicate 
$7.00. tion of brownish yellow at the hase. 60c each. ints Wo lM tloRhimandmatr aw, Strong growing, free 
E—The Law Candle Tree Foliage 1 green with ‘ flowering and a great prize winner; mid-season 
La mee tal Re inane neaert oem al rounded henidl aerillartaiiv BARONESS BCHROED ER aac mid-season ‘a 55c each. 
a almost all solls, Very hardy. Strong heavy 5 to 6 foot trees, $4.50 large double flesh-white to soft pink, with a deli 
euch Be ; fragrance (60c/jeach. ALBERT CROUSSE—Beautiful, soft shell-pink, 
WOODWARD GLOBE ARRORVITAE—The perfect Ball Everg PRINCE OF DARKNESS—Yerv zood deep red we ea Sonica iavetals ; x ragrant , a out- 
This fine globe arborvitae is becoming one of the most popul é t + € 
due to the fa that it keeps the g u t 
well under all conditions. Seldom g < 
iage of deep sea-green. Heavy 12 inch, $1.75 eat 
(Daffodils) PFITZER JUNIPER—Popular Foundation 
sree rraceful low growing spreading 
KING ALPRED—Th» super-giant of the yellow ates att SReBpine fronds of fresh green foliage Delicate blend o 
trumpets. Rich golden yellow color and_beanti Very hardy, will do well in shady locations EAS ind white 65c each 
fully frilled. 3 FOR 80c; 6 FOR $1.45; 12 FOR 10 to 12 in. transplants, 75c each; Strong ak a as 
$2.70; 25 FOR $4.75 POSTPAID. inch trees, $2.50 @ach; Heavy 24 to 30 inch, $4.4 PRIMEVERE_| pbchuyellownn an tanmecelitenl 
4 J FOR each; 2 for $8.00. or in Peonies. Guards creamy white; center deep 
TEXAS—Very iarge, yellow-fiery orange. 3 canary yellow when first open, changing to sulphur 
0c, 6 FOR $1.45; 12 FOR $2.70; 25 FOR $4.75 JAPANESE YEWS ellow. Fragrant, Mid-season. 75e each, 
POSTPAID The Very Best Evergreens For Shady Places LE CYNE— The highest rated Peony and fully 
AR: Large Sulphur-yellow, clear yellow , doubt the Yews are among the finest and justifies its distinction. Very large, early, ivory 
¢ ee TOR son 6 FOR $1.45; 12 FOR $2.70; He ee eon Aveveepudens (prownen They are ex. white, without the slightest trace of any other color 
5 75 POSTPAID emely hardy, easy to grow, do well in shade, anc Sxquisitely fragrant Perfect rose type; a perfect 
25 FOR $4.75 P es es any other plant bloom to every stem. Early. 1.00 each. 
L’INNOCENCE—Perianth white, yellow cup. 3 . = m1 * 5 i aly 
FOR 75c; 6 FOR $1.35; 12 FOR $2.50; 25 FOR HICKSI—Dwarf, closely columnar form. Folings Snest satroductionn: | kris pelle eee eae 
> darkest green 0 e fe y, 2 sng arg agri 
$4.35 POSTPAID. the, darks eG, Ve tO pacer eae ree ath mae A anoss SRLS pieds of soft rose 
> creamy whi is Aaa > Yews may be sheared either for hedge ) vate mid-season. 60c each. 
CHEERFULNESS— Double creamy white. Medi sean thes Vewe ae OU GHAC cHMtTaneplanitel 
nm Size. 1.45 each: 2 for $1.80; Good 10 to 12 inch trees CLAIRE DUBOIS—Late Very large, bright 
at pa e fen) 81 85. satiny-pink with a silvery sheen and_ nic ly ser 
$1. each; 2 bo . x rated edges. Late flowering and best of its class 
PLANT TULIP BULBS NOW CUSPIDATASoreading varity. Habit of Tae 
gre s ar to Pfitzer Juniper Foliage 18 a rategically outside to displa e 
BvisorcAmp execars  fiade of deri groom iitorent, from other, over, oj/ or planted. straleeially /puinde a, disulyy the MME. EMILE LEMOINE—\ very largo, re 
ER YOU GENUINE HOLLAND GROWN BULBS, GROWN FOR US BY , syeens, May be sheared for a low hed lowec he strings of 'a0 o¢ grant milk-white as a delicate sheen of soit 
THE BEST AVAILABLE. BULBS ARE 11-12 CENTIMETER SIZE. WE OFFER YOU THE CHOIC- fo fica AR its paacetal wands for informal corner pot tre $2.50 each. pink when first open. Mid-s 60c each. 
EST AND MOST BEAUTIFUL SORTS. plantings, or kept trimmed hack into compadt = 
PRICES. ANY ONE VARIETY, (9c ee peeue _Atumenous prea eres Bo and Mn close PLEASE NOTE 
z] 37¢; 6 65c; 12 FOR $1.20; to the branches all winte eavy 12 to of oun everareedel nmevguramalle dite star ear ’ 
3 Pom $2.20: 50 5oR $4.20; 100 FOR $7.95 transplants, $1.45 each; Good 10 to 12 inch trees, Me 8 a Ve Ree E ARO ORT ET) ZILKE’S SPECIAL 8 
POSTPAID. $1.00 each: 2 for $1.85 thou Touts sana bonewrapped Minimorse and Si ere aie = Peta PEONY COLLECTION 
4 — : The Parfer Christmas er or burl This at acking eli —Karly mid-season flesh pink in 
ALL BRIGHT Caza) ermine edoy enzed vchidechal Boo deentoch began rite aoe Peni a habit, tak 25 te 50 Neunantae ceil or ees eae the bud opening to a creamy white with crimson § QUEEN VICTORIA, (pure white) 
dighvm Plocd-redl sping: “peee: exceedingly picturesque. Very popular ind effect ots, insure better growth and makes possible streaks in the center. 50c each. | PIERRE DESSERT, (good red) 
vin) —Delig se pink e in evergreen groups, and one of the best ever lo st parcel st express sl e : : 
PRUNUS (Darwin)—Delightful rose pink x Be suet ers my By OUD aN ones ee DS Gane w cost parc post or express shipment ANNA. SASS—Late mid-season Delicate light | MME, GEISSLER, (old rose pink) 
GO nD HARVEST (Cottage)—DLarge Lemon mas trees both when ent and mounted for inside use _— — = Dink with anorchid undertone. Very large flow t—pue SS-DE-NEMO pes 
yellow, * white) 5 —_ 
SOrEE EDDY (Triumph)—Large. Carmine-red COMPLETE LANDSCAPE SETTING MON REL ERT | @ 
edged white. ndex i 
TELESCOPIUM (Triumph)—Large. Reddish 2 tee ee ee pe ES) Mee ah ast Voetae | = 
z inch trees -lant one o hese Pyramidals at cac * 
oles end of the house, ZILKE’S $9.95 
BANDOENG (Triumph)—Large. Dark mahog 2 BEAUTIFUL IRISH JUNIPERS, heavy 30 | = 
any-red, flushed orange, edged yellow to 36 inch trees. Plant one of these Irish Junipers — EVERGREEN SPECIA 
i. on each side of the entrance i 
CORDELL HULL (Darwin)—Medium large 4 GRACEFUL PFITZER JUNIPERS, heavy 24 I offer includes the same urietic | 
Blood-red on white. to 30 inch spread. Set two of these on each side = | ) collection, but trees are of a smaller size. | 
G )—Creamy white, flush of the entrance between the Pyramid and Trish Hy NAME aN nil cenelretomidales ela | 
OSSTOS WS TaD igi 2 Ot aie) se OLCGIn ; 2 WOODWARD GLOBE ARBORVITAE, strong iis 
ee TORE: 10 to 12 inch balls. Set one of these on each side 2>YRAMIDAL ARBORVITAE 
RED PITT (Darwin)—A beautiful bright red of entrance just ahead of the Irish Juniper | ransplants t 
j 2ISH JUNIPERS, hi 18-24 
DEMETER (Darwin)—Medium large, Deep blue ZILKE’S SPECIAL PRICE 5 4 
Strong tall stem. OF ONLY $24.50 FITZER JUNIPERS, heavy 8-10 inch trar { 
rw 2 e c i i Setting Would Cost From ; j 
UEEN OF NIGHT (Darwin)—One of the dark This Special Evergreen Selb AC eave? (aed ei 
a Tulips grown, superior to Ia Tulipe Noire as $40.00 to $50.00 at Most Nurseries. ( ARBORVITAE, V n 
it is much larger YOU WILL BE EN ee oe AND si 
HAVE THE PL ee = 
KANSAS (Triumph)—Snowwhite, Lemon yellow YOUR OWN LANDSCAPING : 
center. i —_ == | 
PRIDE OF HARLEM (Darwin)—Cerise scar 
z 
let, a large flower of superb form, a stately plant te 
for borders and amongst shrubs Wf r > re 
BLUE PARROT TULIP (Parrot)—Rich luish Le) 
heliotrope i | iy 
FANTASY (Parrot —Large flowering salmon pink 
NAT 
pab et Se (Parrot)—Fiery rose-scarlet, large BARODA, MICHIG 


