PINES 
Austrian Pine (Pinus nigra), The Austrian Pine 
is generally accepted as the best large Pine for use 
in landscape plantings. It sometimes reaches a height 
of about 60 feet and a diameter of 40 to 50 feet. 
It is fast growing and adapts itself to a wide variety 
of conditions. 
Mugho Pine (Pinus mugho mughus). Here is a 
low growing dwarf Pine. It is compact and round in 
shape. Although it sometimes reaches a height of 
10 feet and a spread of 15 feet, the size can be 
controlled by trimming. The foliage is deep green. 
It is hardy and will tolerate some shade. 
Austrian Pine 
SPRUCE 
Black Hills Spruce (Picea glauca 
densata). A robust appearance is char- 
acteristic of this handsome Spruce. It is 
symmetrical, compact and bushy in habit. 
It is very hardy and is highly resistant 
to drought. It will do well on a wide va- 
riety of soils. A bluish tinge may be seen 
in the deep green of the foliage, and oc- 
casionally it takes on a blue approaching 
that of the Colorado Blue Spruce. It 
may reach a height of 40 to 50 feet, 
averaging about 1 foot a year in new 
growth. 
Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea pun- 
gens). This is probably the most popu- 
lar ornamental Spruce. It has a sym- 
metrical, conical outline. It is hardy 
and drought resistant. It grows well in a 
wide variety of conditions from dry, 
sandy to rich, moist situations. The color 
ranges from green to powdery blue. Not 
all of the trees have the striking blue 
Mugho Pine 
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Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga taxifolia). 
The fine txture and rich green of its 
foliage are difficult to equal in beauty. 
The tree is conical in outline. Its 
branches may spread out 30 to 40 feet, 
and it may grow to a height of 60 to 
80 feet. It does well in full sun or par- 
tial shade. It grows best in rich soil 
and on north and west exposures, but 
sheen. The greens and the blues are sep- 
arated in the price list. The trees may 
reach a height of 40 feet and a spread of 
20 to 25 feet. 
Norway Spruce (Picea abies). You 
will be pleased with its rapid growth. 
The branches tend to be layered, grow- 
ing heavier with age. It may reach a 
height of 80 feet. It thrives on moist, 
well-drained, fertile soils and can tolerate 
only moderately dry conditions. It is 
thoroughly hardy. 
it is tolerant and hardy. 
Turn to next page for full 
planting instructions and the 
prices on balled and burlapped 
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Evergreens. 
: oot YEW 
Upright Japanese Yew (Taxus cuspidata capi- 
tata). Is extremely hardy and will survive in the 
smoky, dusty atmosphere of cities. It will grow in full 
sun but remains thrifty in shade. The young leaves 
are often tinged with bronze to give contrast with the 
dark green of the older foliage. 
Spreading Japanese Yew (Taxus cuspidata, 
spreading form). This is a dwarf Evergreen that will 
thrive in full shade. Habit of growth is similar to Savin 
and Pfitzer Juniper. Foliage is rich green. 
Yew prices: 
15-18” 18-24” 24-30” 30-36” 3-4’ 
Upright 2she oe eee $12.00 $15.00 $22.00 $30.06 
Spreading .................. 10.00 12.00 15.00 
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