Red Spirea 
RED SPIREA 
SPIREA FROBELI. This is a grand variety with bet- 
ter type of growth, and hardier than the Anthony 
Waterer spirea. Clusters of rosy red flowers cover the 
bush in May and June and occasionally during the 
summer. Beautiful autumn colors in the fall. 3 to 34% 
ft. 
Each 11/ to 2 ft., 75¢3 3 for $2.10. 
PINK SPIREA 
SPIREA BILLIARDI. This grand Spirea is one of the 
finest of the pink Spirea. It is a marvelous plant and is 
a much deeper pink and a much more solid color than 
any of the others. The large spikes of fuzzy pink 
flowers nod gracefully on arching branches, 5 ft. high. 
Blooms from July to September. 
Each, 2 to 3 ft., 85¢; 3 for $2.40. 
SMOKE BUSH OR PURPLE FRINGE 
RHUS COTINUS. A different, most striking and 
graceful shrub. In late summer and fall, it is entirely 
covered with a curious fringe of fine, purplish, misty- 
looking flowers, which give the plant a smoky ap- 
pearance, Grows 10 to 12 feet high, and requires plenty 
of space for development to its fullest beauty. 
Each, 11% to 2 ft., $1.50; 3 for $4.25. 
Salzer’s Snowball 
SNOWBALL 
Te showy Snowball grows about~8 feet high and 
flowers lavishly in spring. Of vigorous and luxuriant 
growth. Its large, lovely, white balls of bloom are borne 
the end of May, and make a brave show for Decoration 
Day. 
Each, 1% to 2 ft., $1.15; 3 for $3.30. 
SWEET SHRUB 
CALYCANTHUS FLORIDUS. Blooms in late spring. 
Medium tall growing. The beloved ‘‘Sweet Betsy’’— 
the old fashioned favorite grown for the delicious spicy 
fragrance of its flowers and wood. Double flowers of 
mahogany red. Handsome polished leathery foliage. 
Gray-green branches. May be planted in sun or part 
shade, and in any soil, but enjoys rich, well drained 
soil and moisture. 
Each, 114 to 2 ft., $1.25; 3 for $3.50. 
TAMARIX 
Tall growing shrubs, with fine feathery foliage like 
that of the Juniper, Adaptable to all soils, 
HISPIDA. Densely bushy, a foaming, feathery mass of 
Silvery foliage, with extra large upright panicles of 
bright coral pink flowers in midsummer, Very beauti- 
ful. 12 to 15 feet. ; 
Each, 2 to 3 ft., 85¢; 3 for $2.40. 
JOHN A. SALZER SEED COMPANY, LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN 
BRIDAL WREATH 
SPIREA VAN HOUTTEI. The true Bridal Wreath. 
Grandest of all the Spireas. Grows about 5 or 6 feet 
high. At the flowering season in May and June, the 
plant is gorgeous with long sprays of large, white 
flowers, presenting a beautiful appearance. One of the 
finest shrubs growing. Ornamental the year round. 
Very hardy everywhere, and always sure to give satis- 
faction. 
Each, 2 to 3 ft., 65¢; 3 for $1.80. 
Weigela 
WEIGELA 
Sweet scented, trumpet shaped flowers in June and 
July. 
CARDINAL SHRUB (Weigela Vaniceki). The finest 
red flowered weigela so far known. Much hardier than 
any other and very profuse blooming. Masses of very 
large trumpet shaped, bright rosy-red flowers in May 
and June with scattering bloom until fall. It usually 
flowers the same year it is planted. No other red- 
flowered shrub like this. Grows 4 to 5 ft. 
Each, 2 to 3 ft., $1.95; 3 for’ $5.50. 
ROSEA. Tall growing and medium spreading, with 
rich rose flowers. A remarkably free bloomer. 7 ft. 
Each, 2 to 3 ft., $1.00; 3 for $2.85. 
VARIEGATED. Soft pink flowers 
cream and green foliage. 5 ft. 
Each 114-2 ft., $1.10; 3 for $3.15. 
with variegated 
WINDBREAK TREES 
Use the following tough, quick-growing trees for that 
windbreak you need around the house and barns. Much 
experience has shown that any stock sheltered and 
protected from strong, cold winter winds, will do bet- 
ter. Less feed is required to produce beef and dairy 
cows, chickens and pigs will all produce more: when 
given this protection. Save those high fuel bills for the 
house too, as it will certainly require less fuel to heat 
the well sheltered home. A fairly long range invest- 
ment but bound to pay high dividends in the long run. 
CHINESE ELM. Hardy Siberian strain. Grows rapidly 
even on poor soil. Low growing and dense branching 
habit makes our Siberian strain of Chinese Elm one of 
the very best windbreak trees to stop ground sweep of 
wind and drifting snow. 
114% to 2 ft.-trees: 25 for $1.85; 50 for $3.40; 100 for 
$6.00, postpaid. 
GREEN ASH. Most dependable of all trees for the 
windbreak or woodlot. Quick growing, long lived and 
excellent for lumber or fence posts. Will grow on al- 
most any soil. Our strain of Ash is a hardy strain that 
has proven to be drought resistant, dense, and durable. 
Include Green Ash in. your windbreak planting list. 
11% to 2 ft. trees: 25 for $1.90; 50 for $3.45; 100 for 
$6.50, postpaid. 
RUSSIAN OLIVE. Thick, silvery green leaves give 
the Russian Olive a distinetive and attractive appear- 
ance. Will grow 15 to 20 ft. for screening or back- 
ground or can be held to any size down to 2 ft, Ex- 
tremely hardy. 
11% to 2 ft. trees: 25 for. $2.45; 50 for $4.35; 100 for 
$7.50, postpaid. ; 
BRIDAL WREATH—SPIREA VAN HOUTTEI 
HARDY 
CLIMBERS 
BITTERSWEET. Handsome foliage, 
yellow flowers in June, and clusters of 
beautiful orange crimson berries in 
fall. Always plant 38 Bittersweet so 
they cross pollenize to produce berries. 
20 ft. 
Each, 65¢; 3 for $1.80. 
BOSTON IVY. Clings firmly t6 the 
smoothest surface. Rich deep green 
foliage in summer, changing to bright- 
est shades of crimson and yellow in 
autumn. 40 to 50 ft. 
Each, 85¢; 3 for $2.40. 
CINNAMON VINE. Once _ planted, 
this vine will grow a lifetime, standing: 
the severest winters. Dense, heart- 
shaped, glossy leaves. Very fragrant 
foliage but the flowers themselves are 
negligible. 30 feet. Dormant roots. 
Each, 22¢; 3 for 60¢. 
See Page 73 for 
WAYWARD VINE SUPPORT 
Bittersweet 
HONEYSUCKLE GOLD FLAME. From June ’til frost 
this vine is covered with showy clusters of large, fra- 
grant flowers ... flaming scarlet outside, gold inside. 
Very hardy. Ideal for ground cover and can be pruned 
to shrub form, 
Each, strong 2 year plants, 95¢; 3 for $2.70. 
HONEYSUCKLE GOLDEN GIANT. Newest of the 
vining honeysuckles. In the summer it is covered with 
trumpet-shaped blooms of rich golden yellow which 
shade to deep orange as they mature. Very vigorous 
grower, extremely hardy. 
Each, strong 2 year plants, 85¢; 3 for $2.40. 
SILVER LACE VINE. One of the fastest growing 
vines. The foliage is perfectly clean, no insects bother 
it. It has no pests and grows 15 to 20 ft. the first year 
after planting. In summer it is completely covered with 
foamy sprays of white flowers. It likes a warm, sunny 
exposure and well drained sandy soil. Will cling to any 
kind of support. 25 ft. 
Each, 90¢; 3 for $2.55. 
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The Showy Trumpet Vine 
TRUMPET VINE (Bignonia). Large trumpet shaped, 
dark red flowers with orange throat. Climbs rapidly, 
unusually attractive and showy. Elegant for porches. 
20-30 ft. 
Each, 60¢; 3 for $1.65. 
NOTE—AI1 hardy perennial plants, shrubs, fruits, 
evergreens, vines and berries offered ‘a this cata- 
logue can be supplied in the fall alsu, Sept. and 
Oct. delivery depending on weather. conditions. 
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