SALZER’S SHRUBS 
The following hardy shrubs are equally well planted in fall or in spring—in fact 
fall planting is often to be preferred as the shrubs obtain a good start for early 
blooming the following spring. Orders will be booked and shipped in October. 
PRICES INCLUDE POSTAGE 
ALMOND, DOUBLE PINK FLOWERING—An elegant, dwarf, tree-shaped shrub, 
3 to 5 feet high, producing its large double flowers in May, before the leaves appear. 
Each, 144-2 ft., 90c; 3 for $2.55. 
BARBERRY, JAPAN—Makes an elegant, hardy, low, compact, impassable green 
hedge, the plants uniformly rounded and bushy. In fall, the leaves turn to showy 
scarlet. Each, 2-3 ft., 75c; 3 for $2.10. 
_BARBERRY, RED LEAVED—Similar to the above, except the foliage is at all 
times a showy red. Not only splendid for hedges but ideal for planting singly. 
Each, 1144-2 ft., $1.15; 3 for $3.15. 
BRIDAL WREATH—See Spirea van Houttei. 
CORAL BERRY—Low growing plants with masses of rose-pink flowers followed 
by ropes of red berries remaining long into the winter. Fine for shade. Each, 2-3 
ft., 60c; 3 for $1.65. 
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 feet. Each, 2 to 3 ft., $1.95; 3 for $5.50. 
CRAB, ALMEY—Noted for its wealth of bloom and attractive fruits. Simply 
covered in spring with a profusion of fragrant rose-red flowers. Graceful in form. 
The charming flowers resemble roses and when in bloom, it is a striking subject. 
Very hardy. 12 ft. Each, 4 to 5 ft., $4.15; 3 for $12.00. 
CRAB, HOPA FLOWERING—Strong upright grower, its long branches thickly 
covered with rose-pink flowers. Very hardy. 15 ft. tall. Each, 4-5 ft., $1.90; 3 for $5.40. 
DEUTZIA, Lemoine—Best and loveliest of the deutzias. Masses of double, pure 
white flowers in May. Each, 1% to 2 ft., $1.10; 3 for $3.00. 
FIREBUSH (Cydonia Japonica)—Covered in early spring with dazzling scarlet 
flowers, followed by small fragrant quince-like fruit. Makes a fine hedge. Each, 
2-3 ft., 90c; 3 for $2.50. 
FIREBUSH, SANFORD RED—This is a greatly improved type of Cydonia grown 
as a grafted plant. In color, quality and quantity of bloom and ability to establish 
itself, it is superior to the ordinary variety. Each, 11% to 2 ft., $1.75; 3 for $4.95. 
FORSYTHIA, SPRING GLORY (Golden Beli)—The finest variety obtainable. Pro- 
duces glorious masses of soft yellow flowers very early in the spring before the 
leaves appear. Each, 2 to 3 ft., $1.20; 3 for $3.45. 
GOLDEN VICARY—The thick, leathery leaves are a rich golden yellow and so 
the shrub can actually be mistaken at a distance for a plant covered with yellow 
bloom. A vigorous upright grower, fully hardy, grows 4 to 5 feet. Each, 11% to 
Reb Ole LOs autor. $3.00. 
HIGH BUSH CRANBERRY—Showy shrub 8-10 ft. tall. Desirable for its large 
clusters of red berries, resembling cranberries, which persist on bare branches into 
winter. Each, 2-3 ft., $1.50; 3 for $4.20. 
HONEYSUCKLE, ZABELLI—Showy, rose-red flowers 
formed, symmetrical bush. Each, 114-2 ft., 80c; 3 for $2.25. 
HYDRANGEA, Arborescens Grandifiora—Handsome foliage and clusters of mas- 
sive snow-white flowers until frost. 3 to 5 ft. Ideal for partial shade and north 
frontage. Each, 1144-2 ft., 89c; 3 for $2.50. 
HYDRANGEA, Paniculata Grandiflora—Massive heads of bloom of pure white, 
changing to bronze with age, and finally to brown when frosted. 5 ft. Each, 114-2 
ft., 90c; 3 for $2.55. 
LILAC, DOUBLE FRENCH HYBRID—Belle de Nancy, rose-colored; Chas. Joly, 
purple-red; Firmament, single, light blue, Mme. Lemoine, pure white. Any variety, 
each 114 to 2 ft., $1.50; 3 for $4.35. 
borne on an=_ elegantly 
LILAC, PERSIAN PURPLE—One of the most 
beautiful lilacs grown with masses of light 
red-purple flowers. Hardy anywhere, blooming 
a little later than other lilacs. Each, 2-3 ft., 
SU15s5 (3 for .$3.25. 
MOCK ORANGE CORONARIUS—Masses of 
fragrant white flowers with a rich creamy 
tinge. May end June, 7 to 8 ft. Each, 2-3 ft., 
S5CHeS OKs 62-40. 
MOCK ORANGE MINNESOTA SNOWFLAKE 
(Patented). All double, very sweet-scented, 
glistening white flowers, practically covering 
the whole bush. Grows to 8 ft. but easily 
trimmed to lower height. Each, 114-2 ft., $1.50; 
3 for $4.35. 
PRIVET, Amur River—The best hedge plant, 
permitting shearing; beautiful foliage, very 
: si hardy. Fine for walks, boundary lines, ete. 
LOFT 7 Plants with 3 canes and up. 10 for $2.15; 25 
Rose Tree of China for $4.75; 50 for $9.00. 
ROSE TREE OF CHINA (Prunus Triloba)—The earliest flowering of the hardy 
shrubs. Before the leaves come out its branches are hidden under a fleecy cloud 
of bright pink double blossoms like small roses. A rare, breath-taking sight, espe- 
cially when it reaches its full height of 6 to 7 ft. Recommended for all regions. 
Each, 2 to 3 ft., $1.55; 3 for $4.40. 
ROSE ACACIA (Robinia Hispida)—Grows about 5 ft. tall and bears loose clusters 
of clear pink flowers resembling sweet peas. May-June. Each, 2 to 3 feet, $1.25; 3 for 
$3.45. 
SMOKE BUSH or PURPLE FRINGE—Striking and graceful shrub. In late summer 
and fall it is covered with tiny, purplish, misty looking flowers which create a 
smoky appearance. Grows 10-12 ft. tall. Each 2-3 ft., $2.50; 3 for $7.15. 
SNOWBALL—Lovely, large snow white balls of bloom, in flower for Decoration 
Day. 8 ft. Each, 114-2 ft., $1.15; 3 for $3.30. 
SPIREA van Houttei-BRIDAL WREATH—Grows 5 to 6 ft. high. In May and 
June the plant, with its gracefully arching branches, is one mass of snowy white 
flowers. One of the finest shrubs. Each, 2-3 ft., 65c; 3 for $1.80. 
SPIREA, PINK or 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 Sept. Each, 2-3 ft., 85c; 3 for 
$2.40. 
RED SPIREA (Spirea Frobeli)—This is a grand variety with better 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 31% ft. Each 1% to 2 ft., 80c; 3 for $2.25. 
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HARDY PHLOX 
BORDER QUEEN. Enormous, compact trusses of 
pure rose-pink. Very beautiful. 30 inches. 
DAILY SKETCH. Brilliant salmon pink, crimson 
eye, 36 inches. 
FLASH. Very large rosy red, one of the finest. 
32 inches. 
LEO SCHLAGETER, Most fiery red of all phlox. 
36 inches. 
RUBY LEE. A grand phlox with extra large 
flowers of bright plum-red color. 32 inches. 
MARY LOUISE. Large clusters of glistening snow 
white. 40 inches. 
PRIME MINISTER. Pure white, with vermillion 
red eye. 36 inches. 
ROYAL PURPLE. Rich violet, shading to deeper 
eye. 28 inches. 
SALMON GLOW—Large florets of flame-pink and 
lighter eye with salmon glow. 30 inches. 
SPITFIRE. Salmon-orange, shaded carmine: crim- 
son eye. 36 inches. 
Price: Any of the above or MIXED. Each, 39c; 
any 3 for $1.00; any 6 for $1.85; 12 for $3.45. 
OUR GUARANTEE 
We guarantee our stock to be as repre- 
sented, inspected, disease free, true to name 
and to reach you in live growing condition. 
Any plants received otherwise will be re- 
placed free. 
We also guarantee our plants to grow and 
produce if given intelligent handling and 
care. Weather conditions, carelessness and 
inexperience of the planter are beyond our 
control; nevertheless, any plants set out this 
fall and which fail to grow, will be replaced 
for one-half the purchase price, provided we 
are notified by May 15th next spring. 
LARGE FLOWERING 
HARDY CHRYSANTHEMUMS 
A selection of the earliest flowering in each color 
and suited to northern gardens. The hardiest varie- 
ties, mostly developed in the north. 
ALGONQUIN. The flowers are large and color 
is a clear yellow. Not quite 2 ft. high, blooming 
in late August or early September. 
AUTUMNSONG. Crushed strawberry-red. Flower 
214 inches across. About 20 inches high, blooming 
the second week in September. 
CECIL BEED. A charming, delightful flower of 
deep lavender-pink. The bloom is large, fully 
double. 2 ft. tall blooming in late August or early 
September. 
CHARLES NYE. Flowers in lavish profusion. 
Rounded, fully double and of rich buttercup- 
yellow. Slightly over 2 ft. tall blooming the 3rd 
or 4th week of September. 
CHIPPEWA. Magnificent, double flowers of a 
bright aster-purple, 30 inches high and blooming 
the 2nd week in September. 
LAVENDER LADY. Beautiful clear lavender 
tipped silver. 3 inch blooms of exquisite double 
form. About 30 inches tall, blooming the last of 
September. 
OLIVE LONGLAND. The color is salmon-pink 
with apricot tones. Fully double, beautifully formed 
3 inch flowers. Grows 2 ft. high blooming in mid- 
September. 
POLAR ICE—Clear glistening white. Double 3 
inch flowers on compact, robust plant. About 2 ft. 
Blooms in early September. 
PRELUDE—Exceedingly lovely with very large 
double flowers. A combination of flesh-pink and 
apricot-buff difficult to describe. Free flowering and 
tall. 214 ft. Early September. 
VIOLET—The best early ‘‘purple” but really a 
rich rosy violet. Full of double dahlia-like blooms 
of splendid color and substance. About 2 ft. bloom- 
ing end of August. 
Price: Any of the above or mixed. Each, 60c; 3 for 
$1.60; 6 for $2.95; 12 for $5.50, postpaid. 
USE BONE MEAL LIBERALLY WHEN PLANTING ALL li 
SHRUBS AND OTHER HARDY PLANTS. SEE PAGE 18. 
