Moraine Locust 
Hybrid Magnolia, Dr. Merrill, 
growing at the Arnold Arboretum, Boston, Mass. 
Moraine scent 
(Plant Patent No. 836) 
A beautiful vase-shaped tree, in form re- 
sembling the American Elm. Dutch Elm dis- 
ease is killing many Elms and nurserymen have 
been doing their best to find a suitable tree 
to take the place of Elms. The answer after. 
many years of testing, is the Moraine Locust. 
Do not confuse the Moraine Locust with the 
native Locust tree. 
First of all, it is fast growing and happy on 
a wide range of soils. 
Second, it is easy to transplant. 
Third, it does not produce unsightly seed 
pods and has no thorns. 
Fourth, it is hardy and handsome. Not too 
dense, grass will grow under it. 
It is a beautifully shaped tree as we said 
before, resembling in form the American Elm. 
It is a perfect street tree and most satisfactory 
on the average small lawn where a tall tree 
and some shade is required. 
We offer two sizes: Each 
5 to 6 ft. trees, branched .......$6.00 
6 to 7 ft. trees, not branched .... 6.00 
We suggest you plant some of these young 
trees if you have vacant land or a farm. They 
will be a fine investment and you will have a 
ready sale for them to those people who want 
a big specimen. 
MAGNOLIA 
Soulangeana 2-3 ft., Each $4.50, Three $12.50 
Nice bushy trees 3-4 ft., Each $6.00, Three $16.00 
4-5 ft., Each $7.00, Three $18.00 
Soulange’s Magnolia, sometimes called the Saucer Magnolia for 
no reason at all, is the rather rare Pink Magnolia of city gardens 
and parks. It makes a small tree with gorgeous shining foliage 
and in early spring produces its enormous, pinkish white flow- 
ers, more or less purplish outside and slightly fragrant. This 
Magnolia is the showiest of the family for planting in northern 
gardens, and when in bloom, even one plant will dominate the 
garden—yes, the neighborhood, if it is a sizeable specimen. 
A whole street in Rochester, lined with this variety, is a mecc 
for all enthusiasts every spring. ; 
Che New Magnolia Hybrid 
“DR. MERRILL” 
The ‘‘Star Magnolia’, Magnolia Stellata, is one of the loveliest 
early flowering shrubs. Unfortunately, it also is one of the most 
difficult trees to transplant. In addition to that, it is very slow 
growing. But here is good news, Dr. Karl Sax of the Arnold Arbor- 
etum in Boston, has after many years of hybridizing and testing, 
succeeded in creating a star-like flowered Magnolia which is of 
rapid growth and which transplants without the slightest difficulty. 
In recognition of his many years of work at the Arboretum, Dr. Sax 
called this new variety, ‘“‘Dr. Merrill.’’ The tree illustrated on this 
page is about 10 feet high and 8 feet in diameter. Early in spring, 
it is literally covered with white star-like blossoms. Its growth is 
rapid. The plant in question is only 8 years old. It is from this 
specimen we obtained our cuttings 4 years ago, the first of which 
are now being. offered for sale. For a fine specimen lawn plant it 
is tops because when not in bloom, it is a handsome specimen with 
excellent foliage. In spring, however, when in flower, it is mag- 
nificent. Allow plenty of room around it and plant it in full sun 
for best results. It is hardy as an Oak. We offer a limited number 
of plants for this year. 
Nice young plants, 2- 3 ft. tall Each $ 9.00 
Nice young plants, 3- 4 ft. tall Each 11.00 
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