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All our Ornamental Flowering Shrubs are select transplants graded by 
experts under the rigid standards of the American Association of Nursery- 
men. From Christianson’s you will receive hardy northern grown field 
plants with lots of roots. In the fields they have withstood the low temper 
atures and varied climatic conditions that must be endured in your own 
home grounds, This means hardiness. We have specified the preferred sizes 
for good successful planting 
A—PRUNUS TRILOBA 
From one end of the country to the other this shrub seems to be the 
most popular. Its masses of double pink blossoms in the early spring 
before the leaves unfold is truly a beautiful sight. 18-24 in., each $1.20; 
5 for $5.40. 
B—PRUNUS CISTENA 
Grows about 6 ft. high. Has rich wine-colored foliage all summer long 
A lovely accent plant in either foundation or border. You'll like this 
one. 18-24 in., each $1.20; 5 for $5.40. 
C—SPIREA VAN HOUTTE! 
Long, graceful, drooping sprays of white flowers. Grows anywhere 
Often called the Bridal Wreath. One of the best and hardiest of all 
shrubs. 18-24 in., each 45c; 5 for $2.03. 
D—SPIREA SORBIFOLIA 
A good shadeloving shrub. Has fern-like foliage with white plumy 
spikes of blossoms. Grows 3 to 4 ft. high. Very beautiful. 18-24 in., 
each 80c; 5 for $3.60. 
E—SPIREA FROEBELI 
Large rosy crimson flowers. Suitable for most any location where a 
low shrub is required. Grows well either shade or sun, 12-18 in., each 
60c; 5 for $2.70. 
F—SNOWBALL 
Continues to hold the affection of planters everywhere. Has masses of 
white snowball-like flowers. 18-24 in., each $1.25; 5 for $5.62. 
G—HYDRANGEA (Arborescens) 
This is the hardy variety. Immense crops of large showy white flowers 
Sometimes called Hills of Snow. Blooms June to frost. 12-18 in., each 
56c; 5 for $2.52. 
H—DOGWOOD (Red Twig) 
Grows 5 to 6 ft. high. Good in shade. Has white flowers. Its great use- 
fulness lies in its red bark and twigs for the winter landscape. 18-24 
in., each 60c; 5 for $2.70. 
J—CORNUS (Variegated) 
Its variegated foliage is beautiful. Thanks to good old Mother Nature 
Very dark red branches and twigs in the late fall brings life into your 
winter landscape plantings. 18-24 in., each 90c; 5 for $4.05. 
K—SNOWBERRY 
Very desirable low-growing shrub producing white berries that remain 
into winter. Grows well under trees or in the shade. 12-18 in., each 
45c; 5 for $2.03. 
L-_HIGHBUSH CRANBERRY 
White flowers, Lovely foliage all summer, gorgeous in its autumn color- 
ing. Grows about 6 to 7 ft. high, 12-18 in., each 70c; 5 for $3.15. 
M—CARAGANA (Pygmaea) 
A low bushy dwarf shrub originated in Canada. Very hardy Unlike 
the common varieties. Has yellow large golden bronze flowers. Grows 
about 2 to 3 ft. high. Unexcelled for corner sidewalk plantings. 12-18 
in., each 75c; 5 for $3.37. 
N—MOCK ORANGE (Coronarius) 
This good old-fashioned variety has its place in every yard. Grows 8 
to 9 ft. high. White fragrant flowers. 12-18 in., each 60c; 5 for $2.70. 
O—MOCK ORANGE (Minnesota Snowflake) 
(Plant Patent No. 538.) Undoubtedly one of the most sensational 
flowering shrubs in the Mock Orange family. Large double white 
very fragrant flowers. Must be seen to be appreciated. Grows about 
8 ft. high. 18-24 in., each $1.10; 5 for $4.95. 
P—MOCK ORANGE (Virginalis) 
Very popular among our Fargo-Moorhead _ customers. Semi-double, 
white, fragrant flowers. Grows about 3 to 4 ft high. We think this is 
one of the most beautiful of all shrubs. 12-18 in., each 60c; 5 for $2.70. 
R—LILACS (French Hybrids) 
Here is your chance to get at low cost the beautiful French Hybrid 
Lilacs, your choice of colors: dark red, deep blue or white. All double. 
The most choice of color selections and they are very fragrant. Will 
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not sucker. Flowers much larger than ordinary Lilacs. 12-18 in., each 
$1.15; 5 for $5.17. 
S—LILAC (Persian) 
Unlike the common Lilacs. Will not sucker. Grows about 6 to 7 ft 
high. Fragrant purple flowers. 18-24 in., each 60c; 5 for $2.70. 
T—MOCK ORANGE (Lemoine) 
White fragrant flowers. Densely branched. Low-growing, about 3 ft 
Suitable for foundation and border plantings. 12-18 in., each 60c; 5 
for $2.70. 
V—HONEYSUCKLE 
The newest and best variety of the many Honeysuckles offered for 
sale. Dark red blossoms followed by beautiful red berries. The birds 
love it. Excellent for background and screening out undesirable views 
12-18 in., each 60c; 5 for $2.70. 
W—COTONEASTER 
Best all-around shrub for both foundation and border plantings, Dark 
green shiny foliage in summer. Beautiful in its autumn coloring. We 
think it is tops. 12-18 in., each 45c; 5 for $2.03. 
X—HEDGES 
Demonstration hedges at the Experimental Station, Morden, Manitoba, 
Canada. For prices on hedges see the other side of this catalog 
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A-1—BARBERRY (Red-leaf) 
The same habit of growth as the Green-leaf Barberry. Its foliage how- 
ever is a dark wine color all summer. Looks rich and provides much 
character in any planting. Barberry grows well in shade as well as sun. 
15-18 in., each 85c; 5 for $3.82. 
A-2—BARBERRY (Green-leaf) 
Low dwarf shrub for both foundation and border plantings. Stylish 
and necessary in good designs. Foliage beautiful red in fall. Attractive 
red berries all winter long, 15-18 in., each 65c; 5 for $2.92. 
A-3—RUSSIAN OLIVE 
Tall growing tree-like shrub about 14 to 16 ft. high. Silvery foliage— 
useful for screening out undesirable views or as an individual large 
shrub. Very hardy. 12-18 in., each 60c; 5 for $2.70. 
A-4—NINEBARK (Dwarf) 
A very good shrub about 5 ft. high. Thickly branched and suitable 
for house foundation or borders. Good foliage and has white flowers. 
18-24 in., each 70c; 5 for $3.15. 
\A-5—GOLDEN ELDER 
Foliage is yellow-gold. G rast with 
other shrubs. 12-18 in., each 80c; 5 for $3.60. 
A-6—CURRANT (Alpine) 
Low-growing shrub. Densely branched, good in shade, recognized by 
landscape experts as one of the best foliage shrubs for all-around pur- 
poses. Not very plentiful in supply. 12-15 in., each 80c; 5 for $3.60. 
A-7—RUGOSA ROSE (Hansa) 
Another good shrub Rose 3 to 4 ft. high. Large, double red, ever- 
blooming. Very hardy and showy. Why not plant a dozen or more and 
enjoy thousands of fragrant blossoms all summer long. 12-18 in., each 
90c; 5 for $4.05. 
A-8—TAMARIX 
There are many varieties of Tamarix but this is the only one we know 
of that is hardy. The shrub is outstanding, grows 10 to 12 ft. high 
Has pink feathery bloom and lacy fine foliage. 12-18 in., each 60c: 
5 for $2.70. : ‘ 
A-9—RUGOSA ROSE (Hugonis) 
Grows 5 to 6 ft. high and a typical shrub Rose. Single yellow fragrant 
flowers Grandmother's favorite. Early summer flowering, loaded with 
flowers, 12-18 in., each 80c; 5 for $3.60. 43 
NOW YOU can buy direct from Christianson’s nation ally recog: 
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_ CHRISTIANSON'S Nursery Stock comes to you from the finest special 
ized growers in our northern area and Canada. There are tho irae f 
acres of rich nursery fields that have been fertilized and spra ST nde 
expert supervision to produce QUALITY STOCK During the ne ape 
its growth it has had to survive varied climatic conditions such a He. cht 
extremely cold temperatures and hot, drying winds. This does: eee toe 
you hardy stock that will produce luxuriant growth that 5G 7 4 nd 
which you are entitled to. YES, You Can Entrust Your Pl ; rol & 
to CHRISTIANSON’S. — 
NOTE THE LOW EACH PRICE and when 
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PLANTING I eauty you order SHRUBS 5 of the same variety 
PRR TSE IES Property Value YOU SAVE 10 PERCENT additional. This 
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does not apply to assorted mixed varicties 
