so some of the most inferior varieties. Before 
j evergreens to adorn the home grounds. Even 
evergreen shrub nor is there any upright that 
idely sold varieties that should be junked. The 
and Spiny Greek are not much better. What 
nost cases they bear little relationship to the 
‘ used. The answer is simple. They are inex- 
ittractive when ready for sale. Their weaknesses 
2ir sharp, formal outlines are usually awkward 
— to weakness to withstand ice and snow, blight, 
ily on contract construction developments where 
out replacement of the planting in a year or two. 
Waukegan Juniper 
ANDORRA JUNIPER 
(Juniperus horizontalis plumosa) 
silvery green foliage in spring and summer, 
plish tones in the winter, and a low growing 
2 the outstanding characteristics of this well- 
Ideal for terraces and rockeries, it is widely 
‘oundation plant. Extremely hardy. It is a semi- 
so low-growing as Sargent and Waukegan 
inches, field-grown, Each $3.50, Pair $6.75 
Canaert Juniper 
CANAERT JUNIPER 
(Juniperus virginiana canaerti) 
Heavily tufted lustrous green 
foliage is the distinguishing charm 
of this very fine evergreen. Masses 
of porcelain-blue Juniper berries 
add to its beauty and attract birds 
during the winter months. Pyramid- 
al in form, its ultimate growth is 
up to twenty feet, but by trimming 
may be kept to any desired height. 
It retains its rich color throughout 
the year and thrives in almost any 
soil or location. Here is an ancient 
introduction that has never been 
equalled by the newer varieties. 
18 to 24 inches, field-grown, 
Each $4.00, Pair $7.50 
CANADA 
(Tsuga canadensis) 
There is a saying ‘‘when 
in 
doubt plant a Hemlock”’ and cer- 
tainly this native American tre 
€, 
so at home in the deep woods 
where it withstands severe cold, 
has more uses than almost any 
other evergreen. Graceful, tole 
r- 
ant of shade, retaining its color 
both summer and winter, it w 
ill 
grow almost anywhere. Few trees 
maintain the grace, dignity and 
beauty of the Hemlock. It 
disease resistant. Use 
in the North and East. 
is 
it freely 
In the 
Midwest, confine its use to the 
north or east sides of buildings 
or 
other shaded, protected locations. 
For prices see front cover. 
[9] 
Keteleer Juniper 
KETELEER JUNIPER 
keteleeri) 
(Juniperus chinensis 
A light green pyramidal variety which stands 
shearing well. More sturdy than our native 
redcedar and completely rust free, it stands up 
better under weights of ice and snow. Requires 
tull sun and does not like crowding. For a tall- 
growing, columnar 
evergreen of spiry 
silhouette and one 
free of disease and 
pests, Keteleer 
Juniper heads the 
list. 
18 to 24 _ inches, } 
field-grown, Each m é 
$4.00, Pair $7.50 ~~, ™ : 
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