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\5400A. STERN'S CRIMSON ALMEY CRAB. New spec- 
tacular Crab that is covered with very large fiery 
crimson blossoms up to 11!/, inches across with white 
markings at the base of each petal, giving them the 
appearance of 5S-pointed stars. THEY WILL BLOOM 
NEXT APRIL AND PMAYI Thrives in poorest soil—even 
where other trees will not grow. 4-6 ft. $5.00 Each; 
3 for $14.00. 
5404A. STERN'S WHITE DOLGO CRAB. In the spring 
ou’'ll thrill to the profusion of lovely white blossoms 
ta the fall you'll pick an abundance-,of brilliant crim- 
son fruit . . . fruit that jellies easily and retains its 
excellent flavor. Exceptionally fine for making cider. 
Bears young and heavily. Dolgo grows larger than 
other Piswerine Crabs, providing excellent shade as 
niles as beauty and fruit. 4-6 ft. Each $3.00; 3 for 
“ 5410A. STERN’S PINK HOPA CRAB. An outstanding 
Flowering Crab. In the spring, the entire tree is cov- 
ered with rich, pink flowers of wonderful fragrance. 
The foliage changes color from a deep maroon to 
dark green. From midsummer to frost, large clusters 
of bright red fruit make STERN'S HOPA a spectac- 
ular and practical ornamental] tree all season long. 
Extremely hardy, a vigorous grower in any soil. 
Grows 15-20 ft. tall at maturity. 4-6 ft. Each $3.50; 
BEAUTIFUL IN SPRING . 
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IN SUMMER . IN FALL 
MORE BEAUTIFUL THAN WASHINGTON’S FAMOUS CHERRY BLOSSOMS 
Like a cloud of multicolored splendor! Thousands of large and 
fragrant flowers completely covering these graceful trees is a 
never-to-be-forgotten sight. Stern's SUNBURST Flowering Crab 
Apple Trees are especially selected for size, color, and beauty of 
blossom—no other flowering tree equals these rare specimens in 
profusion of bloom, habit of restricted growth, amazing hardiness 
and freedom from care. 
Many bloom the first year planted. Foolproof! Absolutely hardy! 
Immediate beauty for your home. These vigorous trees will burst 
into glorious blossom only a year or two after planting. Many 
(such as the Almey variety) will bloom the first year planted! 
Stern's Selected Flowering Crabs are guaranteed to thrive any- 
where—even in poorest soil! They are hardy anywhere in the 
U.S. and in most parts of Canada. 
REQUIRES LITTLE SPACE 
A perfect oe for small homes, these magnificent Stern's Flowering Crabs 
grow only 15 to 20 feet tall. They will thrive in either full sun or even in 
partial shade, Plant them even where other trees will not grow. They will 
give you immense satisfaction over an entire lifetime. 
STERN’S FLOWERING CRAB APPLE COLLECTION 
(Group 24-484) 
3 Flowering Crabs (1 each of Almey, Hopa and Dolgo) for only $11.00. 
3 for $10.00. 
A Garden Masterpiece To Enrich Your Home 
sTERN’'S PURPLE LEAVED SMOKE TREE 
3642A. (RHUS COTINUS RUBRIFOLIUS) 
A European favorite but rare in this country is the purple leaved and 
“purple-plumed” Smoke Tree. It derives its popular name from its 
masses of feathery panicles of flowers which give the effect of a cloud 
of smoke. This new, rare form of the c6mmon Smoke Tree has hand- . 
some purple tinted foliage and bronze colored bloom. In its full flower- 
ing glory from midsummer to fall. Sturdy bushes. Hardiness Rating AAA 
Each $3.00; 3 for $8.50 
5300C. 
STERN’S GARDEN COLORAMA 
RARE TREE HYDRANGEA 
4 Spectacular! Flowers As Big As Your Head! 
A small tree, not exceeding 8-10 ft. height at maturity. Flower pani+ 
cles are white when they appear in midsummer, changing to shades 
of pink and bronze as the season progresses. Blooms the first year 
planted and every year thereafter. A unique tree for the front lawn or 
as a single specimen in a flower bed. Changes colors 4 times a year. 
GREEN in July, WHITE in August, ROSY PINK in September, BRONZE- 
PURPLE in October. Stern’s Hardiness Rating AAAA. 
Each $5.00; 3 for $14.00; 10 for $40.00 
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