Offer YOU the FINEST 
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> Everblooming 
GRUSS AN TEPLITZ 
: (Red) 
, This magnificent everblooming 
/ Rose is ranked among the best in its 
color class and for its fragrance. 
Thrives and blooms consistently. Ideal 
for cutting. Very hardy. Each $1.20; 
3 or more, each $1.10. 
PINK RADIANCE 
(Pink) 
If you want to enjoy the most 
beautiful, the most perfect ever 
blooming pink Rose then be sure to 
plant this one. Each $1.20; 3 or more, 
each $1.10. 
F. K. DRUSCHKI 
(White) 
The best of all white Roses. Vigor- 
4 ous producer of large, perfect shaped 
blooms. Sturdy plant and continuous 
bloomer. Each $1.20; 3 or more, each 
$1.10. 
You and Your Friends will be Delighted with 
their Beauty, Fragrance and Gorgeous Colors 
All our plants are AA grade which means the best. For best 
effect space these Roses 18 inches apart. 
McGREDY’S YELLOW 
Bright yellow with perfect form. 
Very fragrant. Buds beautifully shap- 
ed. A gorgeous Rose. Each $1.20; 
3 or more, each $1.10. 
GROOTENDORST 
(Supreme) 
Clusters of small red double Roses. 
Blooms steadily. Very hardy, makes 
an ideal everblooming low hedge 
about 2 ft. high. Each $1.20; 3 or 
more, each $1.10. 
CLIMBING ROSE, 
BLAZE (Red) 
Today's most brilliant and popular 
Climbing Red Rose. Hardy and de- 
pendable. A profuse bloomer, flow- 
ers fairly large, very vivid red. Each 
$1.50; 3 or more, each $1.35. 
K at LOWER PRICES! 
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Early! 
Delicious, 
Healthful [= ER U E T 
APPLES - CRABS 
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APPLES: Haralson.Red Duchess Wealthy, Anoka Noctieere 
Greening. 
CRABSNDolgaWhitney 
These are the hardiest varieties for this northern area. Plant 
several different kinds so they will cross pollinate. Select trans- 
plants, 3 ft. and up. Each $1.50; 3 or more, each $1.35. 
PLUMS 
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“Underwood, Waneta, Superior, ‘Opata. These are large hybrid va 
rieties that bear immense crops of fruit and are very hardy. Select 
transplants, 3 ft. and up. Each $1.60; 3 or more, each $1.45. 
CHERRY -Oka 
TheOka Cherry has proved to be one of the sweetest and finest 
quality hybrid Cherries for this area. Black, red flesh, bears heavy crops. 
Select transplants, 3 ft. and up. Each $1.60; 3 or more, each $1.45. 
CURRANTS - Red Lake 
The*Red Lake Currant has a large fruit, bears heavily and is recog- 
myzed_as the best in Currant varieties. The beautiful red jell is marvel 
Gus. Easy to grow, No, 1 plants, 5 for $2.25. 
PEONIES 
Our Peonies are the finest that money 
can buy in colors Red, Pink, White. They 
are not of the cheap bargain varieties 
but are selections that we have made 
from hundreds of named Peonies. They 
have won more first prizes at shows all 
over the country than any others we 
know of. Peonies last a lifetime so it 
is wise to plant the best. We want you 
to have the finest that the market affords. 
You will receive strong divisions that 
will bloom the first year. You may select 
any colors, either red, pink or white or 
mixed. Plant spring or fall. Each 98c; 
3 for $2.65; 6 for $5.20. 
LYTHRUM 
This particular variety originated at 
the Morden Experimental Station, Mor- 
den, Canada 
Blooms all summer. Grows 
3 to 4 ft. high. Rose-pink flowers. Very 
sensational and so hardy and seems to 
grow any place. Space plants 18 inches 
apart. Plant spring or fall. 6 for $3.00; 
12 for $5.75. 
SUTTER’S GOLD 
(Plant Patent No. 885) 
Yellow shaded with orange and 
red. All-America Award Winner. A 
fragrance richer than that of any 
other yellow Rose. Very free bloom- 
STRAWBERRIES 
™ Superfection. The heaviest producing everbearer. Big, firm, juicy 
berries of rich flavor. Hardy in all sections, In trial plots they have 
produced at the amazing rate of 11,814 quarts per acre, Wonderful for 
MOJAVE 
(Plant Patent No. 1176) 
1954 All-America Winner. Rich in 
coloring with flame-like tones of scar- 
fi s b eating fresh, for preserves, canning and freezing. Excellent plant mak- 
ing and perfect for cutting. Each let and vermilion. Each $3.00, 3 for trawberry, er, self-pollenizing. 25 for $2.60; 50 for $4.45; 100 for $7.10; 500 for 
% more, each $2.65. Superfection $25.00, postpaid. 
i ” 3 or more, each $2.00. 
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FUNKIA 
A Lily variety. Looks like a tropical 
plant with large green leaves, purple 
flowers, 114 ft. high. Makes a beautiful 
border. Space about 18 inches apart. 
Plant spring or fall. 3 for $1.60; 6 for 
$2.88. 
LILIBET 
(Plant Patent Applied For) 
(Rose-pink), Named in honor of Her 
Majesty, Queen Elizabeth (it was her child- 
hood name). One of the finest plants to be 
found in the Floribundas. Lilibet unfolds 
amazing numbers of blooms in big clusters. 
Each $2.50; 3 or more, each $2.20. 
PEACE 
All-America Award Winner. One of the 
world’s greatest Roses. Delicate tints of yel- 
low, cream, buff and apple blossom. The 
blooms are exceptionally lovely. Each $2.50; 
3 or more, each $2.20. 
SHADE TREES 
NOTE: When ordering 3 or 5 of a kind you save 10%. 
Our shade trees are all transplants—not seedlings. 
CRIMSON KING MAPLE 
(Plant Patent No. 735) 
New! Spectacular! Beautiful. Words can hard- 
ly describe this lovely tree. Leaves are brilliant 
crimson all summer long. Grows like any other 
majestic tree. Select grafted stock, 5- to 6-ft. 
whips, each $4.60; 3 or more, each $4.10. 
RASPBERRIES - Latham 
The Latham Raspberry is sensational in yield and profit. Easy to 
grow and very hardy. This is Minnesota’s great market berry. No. 1 
plants, 25 for $4.00; 50 for $7.50; 100 for $14.00. 
RHUBARB 
Canada Red, one of the most recent developments in Rhubarb, 
seems to be the pick among the experts. Superior in quality and 
flavor and produces a year sooner than most varieties, No. 1 plants, 
3 for $2.25; 6 for $4.00. 
GOOSEBERRIES 
The PIXWELL originated here at the North Dakota State Col- 
lege, without doubt is the supreme in Gooseberries. Al- 
most thornless, fruits heavily, easy to pick hence its name, 
delicious flavor, very large berries. No, 1 plants, 3 for 
$2.25; 6 for $4.00. 
ASPARAGUS 
Mary Washington is considered the better variety, large 
tender green tips, mild, rich, full of flavor. 25 for $1.50; 
50 for $2.75; 100 for $5.00. 
Zuality LAWN SEED 
Poor lawn seed is always sold at a cheap price—just plain price appeal for 
the uninformed customer. GOOD SEED of high germination and purity tests 
is priced in relation to its specific seed contents. Our mixture contains 50% 
or more of Kentucky Blue Grass and also Merion Bluegrass and Creeping Red 
Fescue which are very excellent grass seeds. Then we add small percentages 
of Red Top Clover, White Dutch Clover and a little Domestic Rye f ffi 
ds. You will be pleased with our special seed mixture whic 
is sold at the lowest prevailing market price. On new lawns use 1 lb. to 150 
sq. ft. Old lawns 1 lb. to 300 sq. ft. Prices: 1 Ib., $1.65; 5 Ibs., $8.00; 10 lbs., 
$15.50; 50 Ibs., $75.00. Prices subject to change without notice and if reduced 
proper refund will follow on receipt of your order. (If wanted by mail include 
sufficient postage.) 
i 
Canada Red Rhubarb 
Latham Raspberry 
BLEEDING 
HEART 
Everyone loves the old-fashioned 
Bleeding Heart. Pink flowers. 114 
ft. high. Space 3 ft. apart. Plant 
spring or fall. Extra strong roots, 3 
for $2.43. 
All Our Nursery Stock is 
State Inspected to Assure 
You 100% Satisfaction 
FERNS 
Hardy outdoor variety. Choose a 
shady spot. A large bed of Ferns al- 
Ways commands attention. Plant 
spring or fall. Space 12 inches apart. 
6 for $2.40; 12 for $4.32. 
Mary Washington 
Asparagus 
YELLOW 
DAY LILY 
There are many of these varie- 
ties. This is a new introduction, 
lemon-yellow color. You will think 
a lot of this one. Plant spring or 
fall. Space 12 inches apart. 3 for 
$1.60; 6 for $2.88. 
LILIUM HENRYI 
A splendid border plant with fine 
foliage, numerous deep orange-yel- 
AMERICAN ELM 
The All-American hardwood tree. Rapid 
of growth and very hardy. Grows anywhere. 
What is more beautiful than a stately Elm in 
your yard. Ideal for lawn and boulevard. Select 
transplants, 5 to 6 ft., each $2.10; 3 or more, 
each $1.90. 
Crimson King Maple 
cient nurse crop sé 
GREEN ASH 
Another excellent hardwood tree. Planted ex- 
tensively in the Dakotas. Dark green leaves. A 
good lawn and shade tree. Do not confuse this 
SOFT MAPLE 
A good fast growing shade tree. Fall colorings 
Cc low flowers. Blooms August-Sept. 
are shades of gold. ae fee eae the gol with the White Ash so commonly planted. Select a ed Te Pen at wonderful 
We highly recommend them. Select trees, 5- to 6- transplants, 5 to 6 ft., each $1.95; 3 or more, each ily. Space 12 in. apart ant 
ft., each $1.80; 3 or more, each $1.60. $1.75. F E R if | L PL E R S an d B U G D U il epring or fall. 3 for $1.60; 6 for 
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CUT-LEAF WEEPING BIRCH 
Most favorite ornamental tree of all. Very 
hardy and grows rapidly. Here in Fargo and 
Moorhead we have some of the finest specimens 
TRI- CON FEEDER 
Fill jar with Ra-Pid-Gro 
get the correct mixture regardless of water pressure 
PHLOX 
Phlox are packed not less than 6 to 
an order in three colors, two of each. 
MOUNTAIN ASH 
The tree with the red berries. Fern-like foliage, 
white blossoms followed by clusters of scarlet 
Attach hose and you will 
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: Lege ey Aldea Gal that can be found in the entire United States k : Ae EES Gea Bae 
berries remaining in late summer and fall. Select Beautiful white bark with slender weeping 3 UNITS IN ONE—Fertilizer Applier—Nozzle— showy in the garden or borders. Very 
a sen OF OS ccs and email laciniated leaves. Select trans: Sprinkler—Nothing Else to Buy! $5.75, postpaid. . fragrant. Plant in spring only. 6 for 
$2.55. 
plants, 5 to 6 ft., each $3.75; 3 or more, each $3.00; 12 for $5.40. 
$3.35. DUSTING 
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ISTING SULA NOTE: We cannot accept perennial 
WEEPING WILLOW en cab RCH Fe ee E==s epct on Reece and | co pecking: ‘Tabor, coe and materia 
1 : af This is not the Weeping Birch but it is a lovely other plant diseases Perennials always look best when plant- 
Golden bark, slender Geoepine SNe Ae d very hardy tre cater ahead by its white controlled by sulphur. ed several of the same kind grouped 
N Peniienved: Idealitan bacio ana) wety, hardy: tree g y 
old favorite. Narrow green leaves. Idea ac Ne Br ae Ere Cone al cohen tants Thin de ci Gik “Dae Pena 
yard or close to pools. Select trans- bark on trunk and branches. Several can be plant bie at apse mer 
mi ts 4 pee Wea ancy, $1.35; 3 or ed for a clump effect, usually three or four in the Pumplitandtout comes 
plants, io * 353 same hole. Select transplants, 4 to 5 ft., each : : giiel dosti Price li post: 
more, eac cea $2.70; 3 or more, each $2.40. White Birch : paid: $1.05. 
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LOMBARDY POPLAR In the spring this tree is loaded Fonte ee Baie Ree ee PF oa 
{ A d later i ers, Vi ables, lawns, hous s—. é Py a e 
Used for sky-line effects and screen- with rose-pink flowers and later in will st burn, Nitrogen 23%, phos shrubs (evergreens) ois} 
ing the background. Narrow and col- the summer followed by rich crim- phoric acid 21%, potash 17%. ame amet ee | 
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i ree son colored small Crab Apples, 1 Ib. $1.25 5 Ibs. $4.50 Dust Gun all ready for 
umnar. Very rapid grower. Our trees ) : ne eee : : J at SETAE Serre | 
are low branched and should not be often used for jell. Our finest and 2 Ibs. $2.35 10 Ibs. $8.75 ers SG OEE: | | 
25 Ibs. $21.00 
S a ering tree. Select 2 
most popular flowe g tree Cc Postpaid 
transplants, 4 to 5 ft., each $2.70; 
3 or more, each $2.40. 
cut away from the trunk at the bot- 
tom. Select transplants, 5 to 6 ft., each 
90c; 3 or more, each 80c. 
tributes the dust where 
wanted. Price, post- 
paid: $1.05. 
“Hopa Fl. Crab 
Lombardy 
Poplar Green Ash 
HEDGES 
NOTE: 25 or more plants sold at the 100 rate. 
CARAGANA. Light green foliage with yellow flowers 
Should be kept trimmed to about 4 ft. high. Will grow 
in poor soil, drought and alkaline resistant. Space 1 ft 
apart. 2-3 ft., $12.00 per 100 
SPIREA, Bridal Wreath. Glows about 4 to 5 ft. high 
Pure white flowers. Gives srivacy without overdoing it 
Can be trimmed if desired into box form. Looks best un- 
trimmed. Space 2 ft. apart, 12-18 in., $25.00 per 100. 
DWARF NINEBARK. Grows about 4 to 4 ft. high. Looks 
best when trimmed into box form. Thick growing from 
the base and up. Space 2 ft. apart. 12-18 in., $35.00 
per 100, 
5 
JAPANESE BARBERRY. The ideal low hedge, about 2 
ft. high. Sharp thorns, Dark green foliage, turns brilliant 
red in fall. Red berries remain all winter. Space 12 inches 
apart. 12-18 in., $35.00 per 100. 
Hou To Order 
Dear Friends: 
Our nursery stock must Bec up ue ie ial 
ie of your dollar. Our exchange must be equal 
oe acai satisfactory. GOOD CUSTOMERS 
are the life blood of any business. That's why we 
value ours so highly. We know that a Company 
can be judged by the customers it keeps. The fact 
that they continue to come back in ever increasing 
numbers, we feel, indicates our efforts are not only 
successful but also appreciated. 
GUARANTEE: 
We guarantee all nursery stock purchased from 
us to reach you in good, live growing condition. 
Any tree or plant that should fail during the first 
growing season due to weather conditions or cli- 
matic conditions beyond our control, we will re- 
place once at a cost of one-half the regular pur- 
chase price as listed in this catalog, customer to 
make Eis report along with remittance and have 
his order in our hands before October 10th, fol- 
TULIPS TULIP BULBS Should be 
Reserved Now for Fall Planting 
From the large fields of Holland we receive these genuine IMPORTED Tulip 
bulbs in the Darwin, Cottage and Triumph named varieties. You will receive the 
cream of the crop from Christianson’s, if your order is received promptly and in 
time so that we can reserve your special bulb order. These bulbs are shipped by 
refrigerated steamers across the Atlantic Ocean and arrive here in perfect con- 
dition 
These bulbs are all top-size grade and will produce large size flowers. Always 
insist on top-grade bulbs. Choose any color combination wanted. Planting in- 
structions included on bulb planting 
William Pitt. Carmine-red 
Pride of Haarlem. Rose-red 
Bartigon. Crimson-red 
Golden Harvest. Soft yellow 
Princess Elizabeth. Rose 
COTONEASTER. Can be kept sheared from 2 to 4 ft. Our 
most popular hedge with dark green shiny foliage. Thick- 
ly branched close to the ground, Colors to a brilliant red 
in fall. Space 18 inches apart. 12-18 in., $35.00 per 100. 
HONEYSUCKLE. Without trimming will grow 10 to 12 
ft. high. Can be kept sheared to 4 ft. if desired or less, For 
a back screen this is unequalled. Lovely red flowers, ber- 
ries late in the fall, attractive to birds. Very hardy. Space 
2 ft. apart. 12-18 in., $35.00 per 100. 
VINES 
Edith Eddy. Red with white 
Princess Margaret. Yellow with red 
Queen of the Night. Black. 
Carrara. White 
Blue Perfection. Lavender-blue 
1 d f h We cannot be held liable Garden of 20 Bulbs .......... $1.70 Garden of 80 Bulbs ........ % 5.90 
Barer inmccesottier i i Garden of 40 Bulbs .......... 3.10 Garden of 100 Bulbs ........ 7.30 
than. hi ed. . Jarden s 5 
(°F STHDPING COSTS: ‘The customer pays the CLEMATIS (Jackmani) conker DP tr eee meneame eee 
ippi from Fargo, North Dakota, to : ‘ Prices Postpaid 
alwaus 7) Ses ered aitaeee by; express. oF freight Large purple flowers flaunting their { BETA tices Postpaic 
is ted, xpress . 
our sto See det abe Sere inakinmente freight on beauty for everyone to enjoy. For BEGONIAS 
\ bulk shipments. When not instructed how Llises eee Grows 6 tol 8 ft GRAPE 
ao eee cil use our. best. judgment. (SECS CS Se WORLD FAMOUS 6 GLORIOUS DOUBLE Camel- 
FREE PACKING: No additional charge for high. No, 1 vines, each $1.60; 3 for Tdealeforntences eT S DOU ‘ame 
packing, crates, bales, boxes, etc. 0 y 
SALES TAX: North Dakota customers, please 
include the 2% required in your remittance. 
PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS: Complete 
letter. 
0. HIPMENTS: Orders up to $5.00 
cee sl required. Over $5.00 we require 
either all cash with order or if customer 
prefers one-fourth cash with order and bal- 
ance C.O.D. 
REFERENCE: 
Fargo National Bank, 
Fargo, North Dakota. 
MEMBERS: 
American Association of Nurserymen. 
National Landscape Nurserymen’s Association. 
National Mail Order Nurserymen’s Association. 
Minnesota, North and South Dakota Associations. 
SAVE NOW 
Boston Ivy 
j NURSERY STOCK Should 
© FOR BOTH FALL AND SPRING 
$4.55. 
Clings tight to brick, stone or 
stucco. Very lovely for brick chim- 
neys. Dark green foliage. Not loose 
hanging like many vines. Compact 
and beautiful. No. 1 plants, each 
$1.15; 3 for $3.10. 
arbors, trellies, etc, 
Tasty fruit makes 
Order 
Early! 
grade flowers $1.95; 
ent, $1.20; 2 cartons $2.30; 5 cartons $5.50, postpaid. 
Collection of 25 choice mixed colors that will produce top- 
; collection of 50 $3.80; collection of 125 
$9.00, postpaid. Gladiolus are for spring planting only 
PMENT WILL FOLLOW AT 
ROPER PLANTING TIME 
GLADIOLUS 
lia-Flowered Begonias, one of each 
color, no two alike. Easy to grow 
Choose a shady spot. They are like 
i New, beautiful and magnifi- 1 v 2 : 
planting instructions accompany each ship- wonderful jell’ Fo- : i es a ae — hand painted Camellia blooms No picture or words can de- 
ment. RDER EARLY: Your : : cent color any of our cust scribe their beauty and so exquisitely colored they scarcely 
HOW 1X9) ORDER a! paiteasconsun plane: liage is beautiful. mers have won first prizes with seem real. Top size bulbs, carton of 6 $2.00; 3 cartons $5.85, 
ing_ time. Include pena By pesonal No. 1 plants, 5 for these bulb varieties. First size postpaid. Plant spring only 
der or ban raft. Do no i e : 
Ca aes send cash register your BOSTON IVY $2.70. prides Garton ofl amalinditer: 
EXHIBITION 
DAHLIAS 
Beautiful flowering and some blooms are 
as big as dinner plates—truly exhibition 
flowers. A rare treat for the flower lover 
No. 1 tubers. Carton of 6 different colors 
$2.10; 3 cartons $5.95, postpaid. Plant 
spring only 
