- $60—MINNESOTA SNOWFLAKE. (Pat. No. 538). 
New, Very Double Mock Orange. A mantle of 
large, snow-white, all double flowers on a shape- 
ly, graceful and rugged plant; exceptionally sweet 
scented. As a specimen it will grow to a height of 
10 to 12 feet, but is easily kept to smaller pro- 
portions by shearing a little each year. It thrives 
in ordinary soil, either sun or partial shade. Min- 
nesota Snowflake is remarkably lovely, and great 
in performance. Each 
| 18-24 in. transplants ...........--.--ss+eess $1.25 
= S61—FLOWERING ALMOND. (Prunus glandulosa). 
Lovely, double, roselike, bright pink flowers in 
__-very early spring, Like the first robin, you will 
welcome the refreshing beauty of the Flowering 
Almond on the spring landscape. Plant grows 4-6 
ft. tall. See picture in color on page 46. 
c Each 2 5 
(a) 12-18 in., transplants ..$0.65 $1.20 $2.75 
(b) 2-3 ft., select ......... 85 1.60 3.75 
- $62—ALTHEA, ROSE OF SHARON. Handsome, dou- 
ple, crinkled flowers in late summer and fall; rich 
foliage. Great favorite in moderate climates for 
4 hedges, groups, or specimen planting. A 2-ft. 
mulching of straw should be used in the North 
|. __ during the winter months. 5-8 ft. at maturity. Pic- 
tured in color on page 46. Choice of (a) Pink, 
 (b) Purple. (c) Red, or (d) White. 
f Each © 2 5 
15-18 in., transplants ..... $0.45 $0.80 $1.50 
- §63—BEAUTY BUSH. (Kolkwitzia amabilis). A fit- 
ting name for this really beautiful, hardy plant 
- from China, its drooping branches thickly cov- 
ered with delicate pink, fragrant flowers in May 
and June. 4-6 ft. at maturity. Illustrated in color on 
opposite page. Each. 2 5 
e(cl 12-18 in., transplants ..$0.80 $1.40 $3.25 
(b) 2-3 ft. heavy ......... 1.25 225 5.00 
6. 
‘S64—HYPERICUM GOLD STAR. A new shrub of unusual charm. Seldom does the 
’ Hypericum grow over 3 ft. tall, producing brilliant, waxen flowers of intense yel- 
low in July and August. The plant is compact in habit, with a dense covering of 
attractive foliage. Splendid foreground plant, or excellent for the flower border. 
See color photo on page 46. Needs winter protection in severe climates. 
No, 1 plants 20.0.0... 0. cece cece cere eee eect e ee eeceeeees $1.25 $2.25 $5.00 
S65—GOLDEN IBOTA. (Vicari). New, Beautiful, Golden Privet. Splendid, rugged 
plant, with leaves of clear yellow. A wonderful and colorful shrub for contrast 
_ in mixed plantings, and develops a very striking hedge. Plant it in full sunlight. 
344-5 ft. at maturity, but easily clipped to smaller proportions. Illustrated on page 
12-15 in., transplants .............5+ Be PN ele Sky 
-S66—WEIGELA BRISTOL RUBY. (Pat. No. 492). We strongly recommend this hand- 
ome, new, red-flowering shrub. Heavy covering of showy, bell-shaped flowers 
of glossy ruby-crimson during spring and early summer, 
ing of blooms in late summer and fall. Plant is hardy, and develops a well 
ormed, rounded specimen, attaining a matured height of 6-7 ft. Superb shrub 
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New Specials I See Front Cover 
S56—FORSYTHIA LYNWOOD GOLD. Wonderful new Forsythia 
from Ireland. Some prophesy that it will replace, in a few 
years, all other Forsythias of deep yellow. The sturdy, up- 
right branches are simply smothered under brilliant yellow 
flowers from top to bottom—see picture on front cover. Also 
the individual blooms are fuller and of richer substance than 
the usual Forsythia blooms. For a magnificent show of gold- 
en yellow on your springtime landscape, there is nothing 
finer. It is superb for cutting and flowering in the house dur- 
ing the winter months. 5-7 ft. at maturity. 
04 Ht Select esis foie Sapo cisleisloloie= $1.50 each: 3 for $4.00 
$57—VIBURNUM CARLCEPHALUM. Magnificent. New. Fragrant 
Snowball. (Pat. No. 776). See picture of this gorgeous flow- 
er on the front cover. Brought to this country from England, 
it has been put through rigid tests and has proved its out- 
standing qualities. Very hardy and quick growing, it develops 
a shapely, compact shrub 6 to 7 feet tall, profusely. covered 
with large cymose clusters of blossoms often 6 inches across, 
mostly rounded in form. These blooms of rich ivory white 
have the tinest fragrance imaginable. Does well in either 
alkaline or acid soil, and can be kept pruned to any size or 
shape desired. Foliage is thick and luxuriant, and in the fall 
takes on brilliant colors. A beautiful ornamental for fine 
landscaping. 
12-18 in., transplants ..........-..-.55-- $3.50 each; 3 for $9.50 
SS8—DWARF FLAME BUSH. (Euonymus alatus compactus). 
Every place should have one of these year-around beauties 
if for no other reason than its flaming brilliancy in the fall. 
In the spring it has yellow flowers, followed by ted berries 
and a fine covering of deep green foliage. Then as autumn 
approaches it is enveloped in the most vivid copper-red-rose 
hues. The corky appearance of the bark adds unusual winter 
attraction. Plant grows slowly and compactly, seldom more 
_ than 5 feet tall; hardy everywhere, Outstanding for hedges 
and borders, and a splendid specimen. 
VG= 2A sinize BOlOCE aii cites aint scsers ate wrelelate ores $2.50 each; 3 for $6.50 
S59—CRIMSON PYGMY BARBERRY. The new miniature form of 
Red-leaf Barberry, introduced from Holland. Of slow growth, 
each plant develops round and full, and has delightful color 
tones. The old leaves are bronzy blood-red, with sparkling 
new growth tips that are several shades lighter. Splendid 
for the foreground or low foundation. As soon as a quantity 
can be developed, it will be in much demand for edging 
walks or flower beds. Our supply this year is limited; order 
early. Plant in full sunlight to obtain the best foliage color. 
Peter caee hierar releiereie bier pers $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00 
Each 2 5 
12-15 in., specimens 
and again a fine show- 
S67—VARIEGATED DCGWOOD. (Cornus elegantis- 
sima). Handsome foliage has a creamy white 
edge; splendid as a specimen or in group plant- 
ings. Bright red bark; flowers in early summer fol- 
lowed by berries. 4-6 ft. at maturity: Ideal for the 
north side or other shady spots. 
Each 2 § 
2-9 RS select) cose: ok eee $0.90 $1.70 $4.00 
S68—RED-TWIGGED DOGWOOD. (Cornus sibiri- 
ca). Blood-red branches add cheeriness to the 
winter-time landscape. In summer bright green 
foliage, creamy white flowers and pearly fruit. 
Grows well in sun or shade. 5-8 ft. at maturity. 
Each 2 § 
2-3 ft, select ...........66. $0.75 $1.35 $3.00 
S69—YELLOW-TWIGGED DOGWOOD. (Cornus lu- 
tea). Like the Red-Twigged variety it is fine for 
backgrounds, groups or naturalizing. Golden 
branches, white flowers and white berries; fine 
looking at all seasons. 5-8 ft. at maturity. 
Each 2 5 
2-3 ft., select .............. $0.70 $1.30 $2.90 
S70—VIRGINAL MOCK ORANGE. (Philadelphus 
virginalis). Superfine Mock Orange with extra 
large, pure waxen white flowers, five to seven in 
a cluster, some single, some semi-double, some 
double, and have delicious fragrance. A long 
bloomer—in fact, nearly everblooming. 6-8 ft. at 
maturity. See picture on page 46. 
Each 2 5 
12-18 in., transplants ...... $0.85 $1.60 $3.75 
S71—AZALEA MOLLIS. Gorgeously Colored Aristocrat! Clusters of large, waxen 
blooms completely cover the 3 to 4 ft. graceful shrub in May and June—in rich 
shades of salmon, yellow, orange and flame pink. Plant in full sun (in light shade 
in the South), in soil generously mixed with leaf mold and acid peat in about 
equal proportions. Each. fall a top dressing of well rotted stable manure will in- 
duce finer blossoms. As flowers fade remove at once, so they will not go to 
seed, and water freely in dry weather. Do not cultivate. In northern sections 
cover through the winter the same as roses (see page 7). Mixed only. Pic- 
tured in color on page 46. 
MeN ey TREC TN ai oie’ onic ej.fejecetevetars 4 ai6 $1.98 $3.65 
S$72—FORSYTHIA SPECTABILIS. (Golden Bell). Springtime’s golden queen, great 
masses of bright yellow flowers before a leaf appears. It is the earliest of all 
shrubs to bloom in the spring, and should be in every border or foundation 
Each 2 
mate i S90 “4 50 group. Spectabilis is very hardy. 9-8 ft. at maturity. See picture on opposite 
page. Each 2 5 
Dia fer mele ct seis aie civiee lettre wi ciasieie = died sserelesels is sia wieieiery $0.85 $1.60 $3.75 
S$73—FLOWERING QUINCE. (Cydonia japonica). Sometimes called “firebush”, 
for in May it is ablaze with clusters of beautiful flame-scarlet flowers. Glossy 
foliage. Very charming in combination with Forsythia or other early bloomers, 
or in the foreground of evergreens. A splendid shrub, and in great favor every- 
‘or the home landscape. Pictured in color on opposite page. ne 5 rr ft. at eat Pictured in color on page 46. Each 2 5 
E a -24 im., transplants ........... cece ccc e erent eeneee .60 1.10 
Bete solect/s 5s che aon- ss) eedsier Tass aat $1.50 each: 3 for $4.00. fol aes re seeped Ne AUR RR ped BEE ro 
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