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FACTS ABOUT WARDS SHADE TREES 
Trees are field grown, and from 2 to 4 years old 
depending on variety. Root pruned for good 
growth. Well rooted, well branched trees, Will 
thrive under average climatic conditions. Se- 
lected for their suitability for lawn plantings. 
Trees should be fed periodically to promote rapid 
growth. (See Page 41 for Ross Root Feeder.) Ship- 
ped Prepaid in spring or fall except when noted. 
Be sure to state nearest Express Station. 
WEEPING TREES 
91 GB 5803—CuTLEAF WEEPING BircH. (Be- 
tula pendula lacineata.) One of the most 
graceful weeping trees. Grows upright. Long, 
slender weeping branches, delicate foliage. 
Bark changes to glistening white as tree matures. 
Shipped in spring only. Hardy zone 1-8. 
5=6 ft. Prepaid........ Each $4.95; 2 for $9.60 
6-8 ft. Prepaid....... Each 6.25; 2 for 12.00 
91 GB 5815—WeEEPING WILLOw. (Salix niobe.) 
One of the hardiest, most beautiful of weeping 
willows. Long slender, yellow branches droop to 
ground. Hardy all zones. Not shipped after May 15. 
5-6 ft. Prepaid....... Each $2.35; 2 for $4.40 
6-8 ft. Prepaid....... Each ~3.15; 2 for 6.00 
HANDSOME LAWN AND SHADE TREES 
91 GB 5800—American Exim. (Ulmus ameri- 
cana.) Stately tree of great size and tremen- 
dous spread. A vigorous, rapid-growing tree 
with graceful, long, spreading branches which 
form giant arches over roads and streets. Hand- 
some, medium-size leaves are oval, and sharp- 
pointed; turn golden yellow in fall. One of the 
best types for towering effect and wide spread 
shade. Neat in habit. Wood is tough. Gray bark. 
Good background for house. Best in rich, moist 
soil but grows almost anywhere. Hardy all zones. 
5- 6 ft. Prepaid. ..... Each $1.95; 2 tor $3.60 
6— 8 ft. Prepaid...... Each 2.95; 2for 5.40 
8-10 ft. Prepaid...... Each 4.75; 2 for 9.00 
91 GB 5826—3-in-1 Brrcn. (Betula.) Common- 
ly known as ‘‘Clump Birch.’’ Consists of three 
trees growing from one root system. Grows more 
beautitul every year because the bark turns 
white as it ages. Attractive green leaves turn 
yellow in the fall. Makes lovely appearance in 
natural plantings or placed among evergreens. 
Prices shown are for each clump of three trees. 
Shipped in spring only. Hardy zones 1-8. 
3-4 ft. Prepaid....... Each $3.25; 2 for $6.35 
91 GB 5822—Crimson K1nG MapPLe. (Acer pla- 
tonoides schwedleri nigra). A new red Maple 
that keepsits beautiful deep maroon foliage from 
early spring to fall. Provides dense shade. Idea] 
for city planting. Plant Pat. 735. Shipped in 
spring only. Hardy zones 1-7. 
4-5 it. Prepaid....... Each $4.75; 2 for $9.00 
91 GB 5817—Tutie Tree. (Liriodendron tul- 
ipifera). Well formed pyramidal tree. Tulip- 
like flowers of yellowish orange. Large dark 
green leaves turn vivid yellow in fall. Shipped in 
spring only. Hardy zones 1-7. 
4-5 ft. Prepaid....... Each $3.00; 2 for $5.75 
91 GB 5814—MorarneE Locust. (Gleditsia trican- 
thos ‘‘Moraine’'). (Not pictured.) A new Locust 
that is thornless, seedless, and fast growing. Lacy 
foliage filters light to encourage lawn beneath it. 
Tall, with spreading branches when older. Lets 
in the breezes. Withstands wind and snow dam- 
age, and imperfect drainage. Fast growing, 
thrives under city conditions. Plant Pat. 836. Ship-~ 
ped spring only. Hardy zones 1-7. : 
5-6 ft. Prepaid...... Each $5.75; 2 for $10.50 
