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EUROPEAN MT. ASH 
CORNUS FLORIDA RUBRA 
WHITTEN’S 
; ORTH-WHILE 
EUROPEAN MOUNTAIN ASH 
(Sorbus aucuparia). Fine foliage changing to bril- 
liant orange-red in fall. Covered from July ‘till 
winter with clusters of bright red berries. Height 
at maturity, 25 to 30 ft. Very ornamental. Well 
branched, 3 to 4 ft., trees, only 90c each; 2 for 
Pees Heavy, 41/2 to 6 ft., trees, $1.40 each; 2 for 
2.60. 
PAPER or CANOE BIRCH 
(Betula papyrifera). A large, vigorous upright 
tree with handsome foliage, and brilliant white 
bark. Perfectly hardy. Grows farther north than 
any other tree in North America. (Note: The bark 
of young trees has a reddish cast, which disap- 
pears within a year or two from planting.) Large, 
4 to 5 ft., trees, only 75c each; 2 for $1.30. 
RED SILVER FLOWERING CRAB 
Noted for its striking beauty in both blossoms and 
foliage. Large red flowers, fragrant and partially 
double. Foliage somewhat cut-leaf. Hardy any- 
ge: Branched, 2 to 3 ft., trees, 75c each; 2 for 
1-35: 
DOUBLE FLOWERING CHERRY 
Kwanzan. One of the best Japanese varieties, 
; found in large numbers around the famous Tidal 
Basin at Washington, D.C. Produces a multitude 
of double, deep pink flowers. Strong, 3 to 4 ft. 
trees, only $1.90 each; 2 for $3.60. 
HORSE-CHESTNUT 
(Aesculus glabra). Trees filled with hyacinth-like 
spikes of sweetly scented, creamy white flowers, 
panicles 5 or 6 inches long; followed in autumn by 
clusters of nut-like fruits commonly called ‘“Buck- 
eyes.’ Sturdy, 2 to 3 ft., trees, 45c each; 2 for 80c. 
CORNUS FLORIDA 
White Flowering Dogwood, Flow- 
ers white, 3 to 3l/f, inches in 
diameter, blooming in early spring 
before leaves open. Gray-green 
foliage, turning crimson in autumn. 
2-yr., 2 to 3 ft., trees, 65c each; 
2 for $1.15. 
RED-LEAF PEACH 
New and Sensational! Here is a 
Peach with a truly Red Foliage. 
Leaves are bright red early in 
the spring, gradually dulling to a 
deep maroon at the approach of 
autumn. A most attractive all- 
season ornamental in any garden. 
Fruit all-over red in color, de- 
licious sweet flavor. Ripens late 
— just the right size and quality 
for pickling. 
PRICE: Well branched, 3 to 4 ft., 
trees, only 90c each; 2 for $1.65. 
Extra Heavy, 4 to 6 ft., trees, 
$1.15 each; 2 for $1.95. 

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JAPANESE RED-LEAF MAPLE 
CHINESE ELM 
(Ulmus pumila). Extremely rapid grower, giving 
ample shade in five years. Foliage small and 
dense, growth symmetrical and compact. Resists 
drought. Succeeds anywhere in U.S. Sturdy, 4 to 
5 ft., trees, 50c each; 3 for $1.25. Well branched, 5 
to 6 ft., trees, 85c each; 2 for $1.60. 
GINKGO BILOBA 
Or Maiden Hair Tree. A rare and elegant tree 
with a singular, almost fern-like foliage unlike 
that of any other tree. Of free, columnar growth 
when young, with angular, independent branches, 
each quite distinct. Strong, 2 to 3 ft., trees, 95c 
each; 2 for $1.75. 
JAPANESE RED-LEAF MAPLE 
(Acer Palmatum atropurpureum). One of the besi 
of the small-leaved tree-like shrubs. Has magnifi- 
cent purple-red foliage, most intensely colored of 
any Maple. Attractive at all seasons, making a 
handsome lawn specimen. Sturdy, 12 to 15 in., 
trees, $1.25 each, 2 for $2.25. 
MAY DAY TREE 
(Prunus padus commutata). First tree to leaf out 
in spring, and first to bloom, providing masses of 
pure white flowers the first day of May. Blooms 
followed by small, edible fruits attractive to song 
birds. Rapid grower. Hardy anywhere. Well 
branched, 2 to 3 ft., trees, 80c each; 2 for $1.40. 
Heavy, 3 to 4 ft., trees, $1.20 each; 2 for $2.15. 
LOMBARDY POPLAR 
(Populus nigra italica). Tall and stately, branches grow- 
ing nearly vertical. Rapid grower, reaching height of 60 
feet within a short time. Ornamental and attractive. Ex- 
cellent for windbreaks. Grows anywhere. PRICES: Well 
branched, 2 to 3 ft., trees, 30c each; 2 for 55c; 10 for 
$2.45. 2-yr., transplanted, well branched, 4 to 5 ft., trees, 
60c each; 2 for $1.10; 5 for $4.95. 3-yr., heavy branched, 
5 to 6 ft., trees, 85c each; 2 for $1.60. 
CORNUS FLORIDA RUBRA 
Red Flowering Dogwood, Covered in early spring with 
masses of reddish pink flowers, Red berries in autumn. 
Pee rese ad Strong, 18 to 24 in., trees, $1.95 each; 2 
or 
PRUNUS TRILOBA 
The Rose Tree of China. Before the leaves appear in 
spring, the small tree is covered with extremely double, 
pink blossoms. Seldom taller than 8 ft. Sturdy, 2 to 3 ft., 
trees, priced low at 75c each; 2 for $1.40. 
BARGAIN No. 20 
European Mountain Ash, 3 to 4 ff. 
Kwanzan Dbl. Flowering Cherry, 3 to 4 ft. 
Bechtel’s Dbl. Flowering Crab, 2 to 3 ft. 
Japanese Red-Leaf Maple, 12 to 15 in. 
ONLY $3.98 NET, Not Prepaid 

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