NURSERY STO 
_Everblooming P@SES 
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. 
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GRUSS AN TEPLITZ 
~ (Red) 
? This magnificent everblooming 
Rose is ranked among the best in its 
color class and for its fragrance. 
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. 
Hybrid Plum 
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. 
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- 
ous producer of large, perfect shaped 
blooms. Sturdy plant and continuous 
Pi a Each $1.20; 3 or more, each 
1.10. 
_- 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- 
ing and perfect for cutting. Each 
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. 
MOJAVE 
(Plant Patent No, 1176) 
1954 All-America Winner. Rich in 
coloring with flame-like tones of scar- 
let and vermilion, Each $3.00, 3 for 
more, each $2.65. 
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. 
Strawberry, 
Superfection 
Latham Raspberry 
Pixwell Gooseberry 
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 
The Oka 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 
TheSRed Lake Currant has a large fruit, bears heavily and is recog- 
ized as the best in Currant varieties. The beautiful red jell is marvel- 
AG Easy to grow. No. 1 plants, 5 for $2.25. 
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 
eating fresh, for preserves, canning and freezing. Excellent plant mak- 
er, self-pollenizing. 25 for $2.60; 50 for $4.45; 100 for $7.10; 500 for 
$25.00, postpaid. 
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 
All Our Nursery Stock is 
State Inspected to Assure 
You 100% Satisfaction 
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. 
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. 
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 
with the White Ash so commonly planted. Select 
transplants, 5 to 6 ft., each $1.95; 3 or more, each 
lez. 
SOFT MAPLE 
A good fast growing shade tree. Fall colorings 
are shades of gold. Do not overlook the Maples. 
We highly recommend them. Select trees, 5- to 6- 
ft., each $1.80; 3 or more, each $1.60. 
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 
that can be found in the entire United States. 
Beautiful white bark with slender weeping 
branches and small laciniated leaves. Select trans- 
plants, 5 to 6 ft., each $3.75; 3 or more, each 
$3.35. 
WHITE NATIVE BIRCH 
This is not the Weeping Birch but it is a lovely 
and very hardy tree distinguished by its white 
bark on trunk and branches. Several can be plant- 
ed for a clump effect, usually three or four in the 
same hole. Select transplants, 4 to 5 ft., each 
$2.70; 3 or more, each $2.40. 
MOUNTAIN ASH 
The tree with the red berries. Fern-like foliage, 
white blossoms followed by clusters of scarlet 
berries remaining in late summer and fall. Select 
transplants, 4 to 5 ft., each $2.85; 3 or more, 
$2.55. 
WEEPING WILLOW 
Golden bark, slender drooping branches. An 
old favorite. Narrow green leaves. Ideal for back 
yard or close to pools. Select trans- 
plants, 4 to 5 ft., each $1.35; 3 or 
more, each $1.20. 
White Birch 
Mountain Ash 
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\ HOPA FLOWERING CRAB 5 
In the spring this tree is loaded 
with rose-pink flowers and later in 
the summer followed by rich crim- 
son colored small Crab Apples, 
often used for jell. Our finest and 
most popular flowering tree. Select 
transplants, 4 to 5 ft., each $2.70; 
3 or more, each $2.40. 
LOMBARDY POPLAR 
Used for sky-line effects and screen- 
ing the background. Narrow and col- 
umnar. Very rapid grower. Our trees 
are low branched and should not be 
cut away from the trunk at the bot- 
tom. Select transplants, 5 to 6 ft., each 
90c; 3 or more, each 80c. 
Green Ash 
HEDGES 
NOTE: 25 or more plants sold at the 100 rate. 
CARAGANA. Light green 
Should be kept trimmed t 
in poor soil, drought and 
Fou To Onder 
Dear Friends: 
Our nursery stock must peanuts up fo. the full 
lue of your dollar. Our exchange must be equa 
Sod Gracnall satisfactory, GOOD CUSTOMERS 
are the life Mioad 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 Bis report along with remittance and have 
his order in our hands before October 10th, fol- 
lowing date of purchase. We cannot be held liable 
for any damage other than, herein named. 
SHIPPING COSTS: The customer_pays the 
shipping costs from Fargo, North Dakota, to 
its destination either by express or freight 
except where otherwise stated. Express is 
most desirable on small shipments, freight on 
bulky shipments. When not instruct how 
to Ah we will use our best judgment. 
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. 
Pure white flowers. Gives 
Can be trimmed if desired 
DWARF NINEBARK. Grov 
best when trimmed into b 
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 
CLEMATIS (Jackmani) 
Large purple flowers flaunting their 
per 100. 
alway 
BETA 
your toc 
N GRAPE 
beauty for everyone to enjoy. For 
trellises, arbors, etc. Grows 6 to 8 ft. 
ING: N dditional charge for A =, ‘ we 
a ear lent shaven, aes high. No. 1 vines, each $1.60; 3 for idealmfor fences: 
SALES TAX: North Dakota customers, please $4.55. arbors, trellies, etc. 
i 2% ired in your remittance. 
praateiNG INST CUCTIONS: Complete 
makes 
planting instructions accompany each ship- 
Tasty fruit 
wonderful jell. Fo- 
ment. 
RDER—ORDER EARLY: Your : i ; 
Oar or be made at the proper plant- liage is beautiful. 
ing time. Include remittance By personal No. 1 plants, 5 for 
check, money order or bank draft, Do not 
send stamps. If you send cash register your BOSTON IVY $2.70. 
letter. 
0. HIPMENTS: Orders up to ¢ 
ene : required. Over $5.00 we require 
cither all cash with order or if customer 
prefers one-fourth cash with order and bal- 
ance 
$5.00 ' 
Clings tight to brick, 
stucco. Very lovely for brick chim- 
stone or 
Onder 
Early! 
neys. Dark green foliage. Not loose 
hanging like many vines. Compact 
and beautiful. No. 1 plants, each 
$1.15; 3 for $3.10. 
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 Soutl Dakota Associations. 
SAVE NOW 
Boston Ivy 
j NURSERY 
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Hepa A. Crib 
apart. 2-3 ft., $12.00 per 100. 
SPIREA, Bridal Wreath. G 
trimmed. Space 2 ft. aparp. 
the base and up. Space 1 ft. 
JAPANESE BARBERRY. The ideal low hedge, about 2 
ft. high. Sharp thorns. Dank green foliage, turns brilliant 
red in fall. Red berries rem 
apart. 12-18 in., $35.00 per 100. 
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zal 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. 
Luality 
the uninformed customer 
is priced in relation to its specific seed contents 
eeds 
itch Clover an 
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Fescue which are very excellent grass s 
f Red Top Clover, Whit 
ds. Ys 
sq. ft. Old lawns 1 1b. to 300 sq. ft. Prices: 1 Ib., $1.65; 
proper refund will follow on receipt of your order 
sufficient postage.) 
TRI- CON FEEDER 
Fill jar with Ra-Pid-Gro 
get the correct mixture regardless of water pressure 
Attach hose and you will 
3 UNITS IN ONE—Fertilizer Applier—Nozzle— 
Sprinkler—Nothing Else to Buy! $5.75, postpaid. 
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STING SULA 
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the 
FOLIAGE PLANT FOOD 
For trees, shrubs, evergreens, flow- 
ers, vegetables, lawns, house plants— 
will not burn. Nitrogen 23%, phos- 
phoric acid 21%, potash 17%. 
1 Ib. $1.25 5 Ibs. $4.50 
2 Ibs. $2.35 10 lbs. $8.75 
25 Ibs. $21.00 
Postpaid 
For 
nials, 
shrubs (e 
use 
duster 
wanted 
paid: $1.05, 
|foliage with yellow flowers. 
» about 4 ft. high. Will grow 
alkaline resistant. Space 1 ft. 
about 4 to 5 ft. high. 
privacy without overdoing it 
into box form. Looks best un- 
12-18 in., $25.00 per 100. 
WS 
s about 4 to 5 ft. high. Looks 
bx form. Thick growing from 
apart. 12-18 in., $35.00 
iin all winter. Space 12 inches 
ent, $1.20; 2 
Beta Grape 
SHIPMENT WILL FOLLOW AT @ 
PROPER PLANTING TIME 
RED SPIDER 
DUST 
Roses, peren- Jean) | 
ornamental 
and other plants 
Dust Gun all ready for | 
Pumping | 
efficiently 
tributes the dust where 
Price, 
these 
grade 
Canada Red Rhubarb 
Mary Washington 
Asparagus 
LAWN SEED 
Poor lawn seed is always sold at a cheap price—just plain price appeal for 
GOOD SEED of high germination and purity tests 
Our mixture contains 50% 
or more of Kentucky Blue Grass and also Merion Bluegrass and Creeping Red 
Then we add small percentages 
5 lbs., $8.00; 10 Ibs., 
$15.50; 50 Ibs., $75.00. Prices subject to change without notice and if reduced 
(If wanted by mail include 
DUSTING 
SULPHUR 
For mildew, black 
spot on Roses and 
other plant diseases 
controlled by sulphur. 
This is a 1b. Dust 
Gun ready for use. 
Pump it and out comes 
the dust. Price, post- 
paid: $1.05. 
vergreens) 
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WORLD FAMOUS 
GLADIOLUS 
New, 
cent colors. Many of our custo- 
beautiful 
mers have won first prizes with 
bulb varieties. First 
Collection of 25 choice mixed colors that will produce top- 
grade flowers $1.95; ; collection of 50 $3.80; collection of 125 
$9.00, postpaid. Gladiolus are for spring planting only. 
and magnifi- 
size 
Carton of 12, all differ- 
cartons $2.30; 5 cartons $5.50, postpaid. 
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. 
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. 
BLEEDING 
HEART 
old-fashioned 
Heart. Pink flowers, 114 
Space 3 ft. apart. Plant 
fall. Extra strong roots, 3 
Everyone loves the 
Bleeding 
ft. high 
spring or 
for $2.43. 
& me WEN 
Bleeding Heart 
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. 
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- 
low flowers. Blooms August-Sept 
Do not overlook this wonderful 
Lily. Space 12 in. apart. Plant 
spring or fall. 3 for $1.60; 6 for 
$2.88. 
PHLOX 
Phlox are packed not less than 6 to 
an order In three colors, two of each 
They bloom mid-summer. Our selec- 
tions are choice ones and the most 
showy in the garden or borders. Very 
fragrant. Plant in spring only. 6 for 
$3.00; 12 for $5.40. 
NOTE: We cannot accept perennial 
orders for a total of less than $2.50; due 
to packing, labor costs and materials, 
Perennials always look best when plant- 
ed several of the same kind grouped 
together. 
| NURSERY STOCK should be RESERVED NOW 
On receipt of your order it will be booked for 
either this FALL or next SPRING delivery which 
ever we think is best for its successful planting. 
Please remember that to supply YOUR STOCK 
at these LOW PRICES—your order must reach — 
us promptly so that we can plan accordingly and — 
RESERVE it for you. = reser? 
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- 
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 
Garden of 20 Bulbs 
Garden of 40 Bulbs 
Garden of 60 Bulbs 
Edith Eddy. Red with white. 
Princess Margaret. Yellow with red. 
Queen of the Night, Black. 
Carrara. White 
Blue Perfection. Lavender-blue 
ARO EDO SOU $1.70 Garden of 80 Bulbs ........$ 5.90 
stntale(aeatetey sys 3.10 Garden of 100 Bulbs ........ 7.30 
SAUSOOORG 4.50 Garden of 200 Bulbs ........ 14.20 
Prices Postpaid 
BEGONIAS 
6 GLORIOUS DOUBLE Camel- 
= ‘ lia-Flowered Begonias, one of each 
= color, no two alike. Easy to grow 
—\ Choose a shady spot. They are like 
hand painted Camellia blooms. No picture or words can de- 
scribe their beauty and so exquisitely colored they scarcely 
seem real. Top size bulbs, carton of 6 $2.00; 3 cartons $5.85, 
postpaid. Plant spring only. 
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. 
STOCK Should Be Ordered NOW | Christianson Landscape Service 
FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA 
