CHIONANTHUS 
Virginica Each $2.00, Three $5.75, Doz. $20.00 
One of the most striking of native small trees. Its handsome, oblong 
leaves turn a bright golden yellow in autumn. In June large masses of 
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CNorway Naple Crimson King” 
loose panicles of feathery petaled, snow-white flowers make it an out- 
Acer Platanoides Schwedleri Nigra | standing garden plant. 
(Patent No. 735) 
About ten years ago a fascinating purple or maroon .CORYLUS 
_leaved Norway Maple tree was sent to America from Maxima atropurpurea (Purple-Leaved Filbert) 
Europe. It created the same sensation over here as it did Each $3.00, Three $8.00, Doz. $32.00 
in Europe. Several specimens were propagated and plant- For a rich display of bronze foliage there is not much better than the 
ed along the East Coast as well as on the Pacific Coast Purple Leaved Filbert. It is a much branched shrub covered from top 
f b s Th | h b ae to bottom with fine, bronze leaves which make a pleasant break in the 
or observation. e results have been most gratifying. monotony of the green leaves in the shrubbery border. The richest and 
It proved perfectly hardy and happy where Maples grew deepest colors are obtained when it is grown in full sun. It grows well 
and it retained its magnificent leaf color throughout the in shade but it then loses part of its coloring. Maximum height about 
entire summer. The effect is not unlike that of the 
Copper Beech, but in addition, the tips of the branches 
10 feet. Can be kept any height up to 5 feet with pruning. Hardy 
anywhere! A fine plant for the lawn as a single specimen. 
and the young foliage are of a lighter shade and glisten CERCIS 
brilliantly in the sun. One would think the tree was in : 
bloom i Canadensis Each $3.00, Three $8.50, Doz. $32.00 
ik A slender, graceful tree 15 to 20 feet high, the Judas Tree or Redbud 
Here truly is a rare thing in trees; a superb plant for grows naturally throughout eastern United States, and is one of the 
5 : chief adornments of the early spring landscape. Before the laeves come 
lawn, small or large; street trees or specimen for contrast out, the branchlets are covered with clusters of small, purplish pink, 
among other trees. Unfortunately not many big trees Pea blossoms, very charming when associated with the Red Cedar and 
, are available so we decided to offer our customers what the Dogwoods. 
is known as a “’whip.’’ This is a two-year, grafted, single 
stem tree about 6 to 7 feet tall, without side branches. ! 
When this ‘’whip”’ is planted in the nursery it immediate-- C [ ip FE, ay 
ly starts to grow branches. It will do so, for you, in your aq LS awtrorns 
garden. In two years time you will have a fast growing, (Crataegus Oxyacantha) 
vigorous young tree which makes it possible for you to State peataHons Age the sending of Crataegus, Cydonia and Malus 
enjoy this beautiful novelty two years sooner. Our supply into Colorado and U 
is limited and will be for-.several years to come. Order The English Haw be Hawthorn is a lovely flowering shrub or small tree 
| . F about 15 feet high, with spreading branches and stout spines. The leaves 
| promptly and you will possess one of the finest trees you are broad, the 3 to 5 lobes much toothed. Its flowers are in large clusters 
ever owned. and produced in immense quantities. The fruits are scarlet. They are 
especially well suited for the small garden or as specimens on the lawn 
Ganson Kin Maple Whips where a Maple would be too big and create too much shade. 
i 6 to 7 ft el P Each $5.50 Paul’s Scarlet English Hawthorn Each $3.50, Three $9.75, Doz. $35.00 
i y This is a brilliant rosy red, double-flowered variety. One of the choicest 
By soe h ornamental trees in existence. Foolproof and hardy; sure blooming. It 
| Crimson King Maple Tree is a joy to see it each spring. 
Slightly branched Specimen, about 7 ft. tall. 
(Only a few available) Each $15.00 
Crataegus, Autumn Glory Each $4.50, Three $12.50 
This magnificent Hybrid Thorn grows into a medium sized tree about 
; 15 to 18 feet high. Makes a shapely head and has deep green foli- 
| CALLUNA AND ERICA - Heaths and Heathers age. In spring it is very attractive with its many big clusters of white 
i blooms. But in early autumn it really is a sight to behold when the 
i os Ut ie ie Aaatt eo eae i aha Sahe ook immense clusters of giant berries turn a brilliant red. In our opinion 
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| small foliage is densely arranged around the wiry little stems, and either it USReV eA MOTe spectacular than the well known and popular Moun 
tain Ash. The fruit remains on the tree well into the winter. A rare, 
when in full bloom or in midwinter makes a very pretty picture. ill d f 
Culture. All Heaths and Heathers require a warm, well drained soil. Half beautiful and unusual small tree you will enjoy in your garden for 
peat and loam freely mixed with coarse sand to which a liberal quantity of many, many years. (See page 171.) 
well-rotted cow manure has been added suits them best. 
i *Calluna vulgaris Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 ° 
(Scotch Heather.) A low-growing shrub, with erect branches covered {159} Paul’s Scarlet English Hawthorn (Crataegus) 
with short, closely adpressed leaves. The pretty, bell-shaped flowers 
occur in great profusion toward tops of the shoots, and are a pretty 
rosy color. 
CALYCANTHUS 
Floridus Each $1.25, Three $3.50, Doz. $12.00 
Few shrubs ore so well known as the Carolina Allspice. In fact, over 
a large part of the United States it is called ‘Shrub’ or ‘Shrub Bush’ 
‘ without any other qualification. In some places it is referred to as the 
y “Sweet-scented Shrub,’’ the ‘‘Sweet Shrub,” or the ‘Strawberry Shrub.” 
The handsome, dark red-brown flowers are produced in early spring. 
During the summer, the plant is neat and very handsome, with glossy, 
corrugated foliage. It grows 4 to 5 feet high. 
Calluna Vulgaris 
