Zilke’s Shade and Ornamental Trees 
SILVER MAPLE—A very fast growing tree, round to oval in outline, with finely , a — 
cut leaves, silvery underneath, which turn in fall to a beautiful, clear yellow color- | 
ing often brightened with brilliant red. The Silver Maple is not particular as 
to soil conditions and will thrive in moist or wet locations. 2 yr. 4 to 5 ft. trees, 
60c each; 3 for $1.50; 6 to 8 ft. trees, $1.50 each; 
2 for $2.50. 
CHINESE ELM (Ulmus pumila)—vVery rapid 
grower. Will give ample shade in only 5 or 6 
years from planting. Has dense, dark green 
foliage; is first shade tree to leaf out in the 
spring, and the last to shed its leaves in the fall. 
Resists drought and cold, and succeeds in all 
parts of the United States. Does well in all soils, 
except on low wet ground. Extra heavy 4 to 5 ft. 
rece 75c each; Extra heavy 5 to 6 ft. trees $1.00 
each. 
RED FLOWERING PEACHES—During early 
spring the flowering peaches are covered with a 
mass of beautifully formed and highly colored 
double red flowers. These trees cannot be too Silver Maple 
highly recommended. Perfectly hardy, thriving 
in any soil in which other peaches grow. Strong 3 to 4 foot trees $1.00 each. 
RED FLOWERING DOGWOOD—A symmetrically spreading tree growing to 
height of about 20 feet. The large, reddish pink flowers produce a contrast of 
loveliness against the fresh new green of an early lawn. Its deep green foliage 
turns to a rich bronzy red in the autumn. Most popular of all the Dogwoods. 
24 inch trees, $2.25 each; 2 for $4.00. 
Chinese Elm FOR DISCOUNTS SEE PAGE 3 
AMERICAN ELM—Most Popular Elm. In our opinion the 
handsomest and most dignified of all the native trees. Probably 
more largely planted and better known than any other. A tall 
growing stately tree reaching 60 feet with a wide arching top 
and vaselike form. Extensively used for street planting where 
its wide-spreading branches form perfect Gothic arches over the 
street. Transplants 3 foot trees, 60¢ each; 2 for $1.00. 
LOMBARDY POPLAR—No other tree so stately and artistic 
for accent purposes. Plant in groups of 3 or 5, or in rows 2 to 
5 feet apart. Marvelous for backgrounds and windbreaks, and 
planted along drives.. Plant between fields to keep soil from 
blowing. Trees are branched from the ground up. Keep narrow 
columnar shape without pruning. Rapid growers on any soil. 
Transplanted 3 to 4 ft. trees, 45c each; 5 for $2.00; 10 for $3.75; 
ee transplanted, 4 to 5 ft. trees, 60c each; 5 for $2.75; 10 
for $5.00. 
WHITE FLOWERING DOGWOOD—The rare beauty of Dog- 
wood in Spring when it is white with bloom, or in Summer with 
its dark green foliage changingin the Fall to gorgeous reds, is 
hard to equal; it is one of the 
loveliest of trees. The spread- 
ing branches grow horizontally 
and slightly upward from the 
trunk, conspicious flowers, ap- 
pearing early in the Spring are 
3 to 3% in. in diameter. A Dog- 
wood makes a beautiful lawn 
shrub border specimen, and is 
valuable where its native woods 
habitat can be copied. Heavy 
18 to 24 inch transplants, 85c 
each; 2 for $1.50. 
WISCONSIN WEEPING WIL- 
LOW —Long fine leaves born 
on sweeping branches that reach 
to the ground when trees are a 
few years old. Trees grow toa 
great height and become very 
picturesque. Grow rapidly. 3 
to 4 ft. trees, 60c each; 4 to 5 
A ft. trees, 70c each; 5 to 6 ft. 
Weeping Willow trees, 85c each. Lombardy Poplar 
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