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_ Specimen Shade Trees 
Pride of America’s Showplace Estates 
The tree you plant this spring will provide shade and protection for genera- 
tions to come. The satisfaction of seeing a strong young tree grow to stately 
maturity cannot be equaled. It is a monument that will always say: ‘He who 
planted me loved beauty.” 
Helps Keep Your House Cool! in Summer—-Warm in Winter 
Shade trees are Nature’s home "‘air conditioners.'’ They will shade your home 
from hot summer sun. In winter, they will allow the sun’s warm rays to heat 
your house. 
“Shade trees increase home values,” say leading real estate experts. 
There is no better investment than a few of these fine sturdy trees. Don't 
delay. Supply of Stern's selected trees is necessarily limited each year. Plant 
shade trees this spring for a lifetime of beauty, pleasure and comfort. 
Height after name indicates size at maturity. Trees are well branched except 
for new Crimson King Maple and Harlequin Maple. 
5540 A. EUROPEAN-PLANE TREE (Platanus Orientalis). 50-70 ft. Here is the 
perfect tree for city street or park use. Tolerant of smoky city condi- 
tions. Recommended by city park commissions. In summer the light 
green leaves give it an airy and cool appearance. In winter its pic- 
turesque upper branches look as though they had been whitewashed. 
6-8 ft. Each $6.50; 3 for $19.00; 10 for $60.00. 
Sweet-Scented Locust 
5635 A. SWEET-SCENTED LOCUST (Robinia pseudoaca- 
A cia). 50-60 ft. A fast growing shade tree with 
: fine foliage that permits enough light to filter 
Unusual through to grow lawn grass all around up to 
the trunk. Long, drooping clusters of sweet- 
Shade Tree Beauty scented white flowers fill the air with sweet 
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resistant an tives under most unfavorable 
Stern s HARLEQU I b conditions, even in poorest soil. 6 to 8 feet tall. 
(Variegated-Leaved Maple) Each $5.00; 3 for $14.00; 10 for $40.00. 
5055 A 
Hefe's the mest untatel bedunmin 5745 A. EUROPEAN LINDEN (Tilia cordata). 50-60 ft. 
eh Calceningy Kingdom 2A, vanor tact A beautiful shade tree, it boasts sweet-scented, 
me N Te ay ee cream-colored blossoms over the entire tree in 
: tee ee i midsummer. 6 to 8 ft. tall. Each $7.50; 3 for 
quin” has all its desirable qualities $21.00: 10 for $65.00 
PLUS beauty never seen before on a in eet: 
shade tree. The creamy white edging 5550 A. LOMBARDY POPLAR (Populus nigra italica). 60-80 
sharply contrasts with the dense green 
foliage. 
Grows in a symmetrical well-formed 
shape with a round top. Reaches a height of about 30 ft. Just perfect for the 
modern home. 
We are listing this new tree for the first time and our supply is very limited. 
So order early; be the first in your neighborhood to plant this beautiful new 
variety. Sturdy whips that will branch out rapidly. 6-8 ft. Each $6.00; 
3 for $17.50; 10 for $55.00. 
You'll get good shade quickly 
5020 A. 
Foliage is silvery on the under 
SILVER MAPLE (Acer dasycarpum). 60-80 ft. 
from this fastest growing of all the Maples! 
side and beautifully colored in the fall. 6-8 feet tall. Each $3.00; 3 for $8.50; 
10 for $25.00. 
5040 A. NORWAY MAPLE (Acer platanoides). 50-60 ft. A fast grower, making a 
compact, well shaped tree with dense, rich foliage. Spectacular yellow 
blossoms in early spring, followed by deep green leaves. Holds its foliage 
until late in the fall. 6-8 ft. Each $6.00; 3 for $17.50; 10 for $55.00. 
Fastest Growing Shade Tree 
STERN’S TRUE GOLDEN 
5660 A. WEEPING WILLOW TREE 
(Salix Niobe) 
MOST BEAUTIFUL OF ALL WILLOWS 
No other Willow Tree compares with this true Golden Weeping variety! Fastest 
growing ornamental tree that really weeps. Grows up to 6 ft. in one year. Long, 
graceful, arching branches covered with slender green leaves with silver facing— 
giving it a pronounced lacy effect. Grows 40-50 ft. tall. 
EXQUISITE BEAUTY—-SUMMER AND WINTER 
In winter its handsome shape is accented by its brilliant golden yellow bark. Adds 
beauty and value to your home. Exceptionally strong grower, very hardy. Thrives 
anywhere. Ideal for wet spots. 6-8 ft. Each $3.50; 3 for $10.00; 10 for $30.00. 
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ft. Spiraling upward toward the sky this fast grow- 
ing tree is especially effective for specimen planting, 
along border lines and entrances. Adapted to a 
wide range of soils, this striking tree is excellent for 
windbreaks. 6-8 ft. Each $1.50; 10 for only $14.00. 
Golden Weeping Willow 
