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Southern Grown.....
Roses, Plants, Shrubs
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Old Fashioned Hardy Perennials,
Ornamental Shade Trees and Fruits.
From the Tennessee Mountains
COPYRIGHT 1910 BY __
The Chattanooga Nurseries Se ESTABLISHED 0 ee
Missionary Ridge Chattanooga, Tenn.
WHAT TO PLANT AND WHERE.
EFORE making out your order for your trees, and shrubs, and flowers, you
B should determine where they are to be planted—what purpose they are
accomplish in the beautifying of your home grounds. Don’t get into thc common error of ordering something because the description pleases you, or beca~-e someone has told you it is a good thing to have. It will not prove to be a good h ne unless you have the proper setting for it.
Those who are beginning at the beginning, who have merely a bare piece of ground with a house on it to start with, should make a definite plan and draw it on paper, indicating the leading features thereon. Avoid as you would the plague the too common practice of scattering trees and shrubs promiscuously about ‘he place. That may be a good way to plant a nursery, but it is not a good | adorn a home.
The working out of your plan should result in a picture, in which the house should be the central idea, with a broad expanse of greensward for a foreground, and a frame of trees, shrubs and flowers at the sides. The observer of such a planting, or landscape, would exclaim, “What a beautiful home!” But cn the nursery style, his only comment would probably be, “What a i lilac bush!” if there happened to be a fine lilac bush near him.
You ask what kinds of the trees and fruits and flowers recommended by us you should plant in order to make your home picture? That is a secondary matter, to be decided by your personal preference. The arrangement of what you plant is far more important than the kind. So, in making your selections, remember these fundamental principles: Keep the center of your place open; set your shade trees at the corners and at suitable intervals along the sides; in selecting trees choose kinds whose size and habit of growth are most suitable for your premises, remem- bering that those of relatively low growth are better adapted for small places, and that trees that will do well for lining streets may be out of place in yards and lawns. Plant your shrubs in irregular masses of from three to eight each, between the trees, at the corners of the house and where they will screen unsightly buildings. Plant flowers in front of the porch, in the corner by the steps, and in front of the shrubs, and use them to hide bare foundations. Flowers always look their best when growing against a background of foliage. Never put a flower bed in the middle of your lawn. If you wish to grow flowers in quantities for house decora- tion, or other purposes, grow them in a border three or four feet wide along a rear fence. This is the place for Larkspurs, Hollyhocks, Dahlias, Columbines, Phlox, Shasta Daisies, Gladioli, etc. Call this an “old-fashioned” garden, if you will; all the same, everybody likes it. Such flowers are easy to plant, easy to keep in order—a whole lot easier all ’round than digging a hideous Geranium bed in the midst of your lawn and spoiling that.
A careful survey and study of your premises, bearing these suggestions in mind, will help you to decide intelligently as to the number and character of trees, shrubs and flowering plants you will need to carry out your idea of making your home surroundings attractive. Should you desire expert advice on any point, however, do not hesitate to write us and we will reply promptly. And we will send you, on receipt of your order, full, plainly worded cultural directions for everything you buy.
CHATTANOOGA NURSERIES,
CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE
WHY SOUTHERN GROWN STOCK SURPASSES
_having their best stock grown for them in the mountain sections of the South?
Thousands of acres in Eastern Tennessee, Northern Alabama and Western
North Carolina are planted with fruit trees, shade trees, roses, shrubs and hardy
perennials, for the purpose of meeting the demands of the planting public everywhere for better and more vigorous stock.
D: YOU KNOW that leading Northern Nurserymen and Plant Dealers are now
There’s a recent reason for this—recent, because only during the past few years has the fact become known that the peculiar rich, red soil, the long growing season, the congenial climatic conditions which prevail here uniformly, produce the lustiest, thriftiest, hardiest trees, shrubs and plants in all the world.
Such stock is, of course, is the kind every planter wants, and will get, if he pos- sibly can.
But why buy it second-hand? Why not get it right from headquarters? Our Chattanooga nurseries and planting grounds are located in the mountains of East Ten- nessee and North Georgia—in the most favorable sections of the South, and the trees and plants we send our customers are chock full of vim and vitality, bristling with hungry, fibrous roots and ready for a quick riot of foliage, flowers and fruits.
Those who desire to make their home grounds more beautiful and more valuable, whether located in city, town or country, will find ample and dependable material for the purpose in the carefully selected list of roses, plants, shrubs and trees offered in this little catalogue.
They are listed by their common every-day names, and especial care has been taken to recommend only such sorts as are sure to thrive, and bloom, and fruit, and satisfy under the simplest culture,
Many people either do not know or do not realize that a few dollars invested in the right kind of “growing things” will in a few months transform a barren yard or place into a permanent paradise that will not only delight the eye and furnish unlim- ited quantities of rare and beautiful flowers, but will increase the actual cash value of the property by hundreds of dollars—by a hundredfold the small amount it takes to do the planting.
We send free to our customers, instruction circulars telling exactly how to plant and care for everything they order from us. We also take pleasure in answering any questions our customers may wish to ask, and in giving advice as to the most suitable material for any planting scheme. All you have to do is to write us and tell us your needs and desires.
CHATTANOOGA NURSERIES, CHATTANOOGA, TENN.
ROSE DEPARTMENT
Our roses differ from those offered by most dealers, because they are acclimated. They have been grown out of doors in our famous red soil, and only those plants that are sturdy and vigorous are selected for shipment. These are carefully dug and the roots wrapped in moss and burlap, so they are certain to bear transportation without injury, and when planted, to establish themselves quickly and be ready in a short time for a wealth of bloom.
We list only such kinds as are of real value in American gardens—that have proved their worth under our trying climatic conditions.
We have every confidence that our customers will be delighted with these Roses, and are absolutely certain that such thrifty, healthy, sure-to-succeed plants cannot be purchased elsewhere for the remarkably reasonable prices quoted.
Bear in mind that our mountain-grown, fully-established Roses are infinitely superior to the disappointing, usually worthless, cheap stock sent by mail—half- rooted, spindling cuttings, of which few even survive—and to the even cheaper “dormant” roots, most of which remain dormant for good, and are dear at any price.
NOTE THESE PRICES.
Any Rose listed, from 4-inch pots,- - - - - - - - - - - 25¢ Any ten Roses, buyer’s selection, - - - - - - - - - - - $2.00 ‘Ten Rosés: ioursselection; te" = + {3229 = = = = 5
Our Roses may be planted, according to locality, any time from October 15th to April 15th, that weather conditions will permit. Better results may be expected if the plants are given some protection during the winter from sudden changes of tempetature.
Complete cultural directions sent free. immediately on receipt of order, so ground may be properly prepared for planting by the time the Roses arrive.
Lookout Collection’ of Hybrid Tea Roses.
These six roses cannot be surpassed: for hardiness, color, fragrance and immunity from disease. They bloom freely, practically every month in the year.
CAROLINE TESTOUT. Bright KILLARNEY. A new brilliant pink satiny rose; large, full, fragrant flowers. rose of Irish origin, with pointed buds Very free grower and bloomer. -... and large elegantly formed flowers. A
GRUSS AN TEPLITZ. Reddest of temarkably profuse bloomer. all red roses. Does well everywhere.: HELEN GOULD (Balduin). Rosy A profuse bloomer, with good sized, very pink. Exquisite both in bud and in fragrant flowers. flower. One of the very choicest kinds.
KAISERINA AUGUSTA VICTORIA. ETOILE de LYON. Old, but has Pearly white, tinted lemon in center; :: proved to be the ideal yellow rose for beautiful, long, pointed buds. The best - outdoor culture. Color, rich golden white rose in existence. ~ yellow. Free and vigorous.
Special Offer. One each of these six superb, ever-blooming roses—strong,
healthy plants—$1.25. 2:
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Chickamauga Collection of Ever-Blooming Tea Roses.
This collection will give a perfect mass of beautifully formed and colored and
deliciously scented roses all the year round.
DUCHESS DE BRABANT. _ The most delightfully fragrant of all roses. Bright silvery pink, of elegant form, and always in bloom.
MAMAN COCHET. Pink. A lusty grower, with exquisite long buds and full perfect flowers of a charming deep rose pink. Very profuse.
MAMAN COCHET. White. Unques- tionably the finest White Tea. Identical with the Pink Cochet, except in color, which is pure and glistening.
Special Offer.
MARIE VAN HOUTTE. Creamy white, or blush, shading to rose at edge of petals. An old favorite that is indis- pensable in any garden.
PAPA GONTIER. Another popular, standard sort that everyone must have. Dark crimson red, with long pointed buds. Unexcelled in its color.
SAFRANO. Still the best of its class for bedding purposes. Exquisitely beau- tiful in bud and flower. Color, a dainty fawn yellow.
One strong plant each of these six choice Tea Roses, only $1.25.
Mission Ridge Collection of Hybrid Perpetual Roses.
These six varieties of the Hybrid Perpetual or Remontant class are widely known, but are undoubtedly the very best that could be selected, considering range -of color, freedom of bloom, perfection of form, fragrance and general excellency. Their main crop of blooming is in May, but they flower occasionally until late Fall.
GEN. JACQUEMINOT. Brilliant scarlet crimson, with large, very fragrant flowers.
MAGNA CHARTA. Bright pink, suf- fused carmine. A standard kind that always pleases.
MARGARET DICKSON. white, tinted flesh at center. petals. A specially fine sort.
Special Offer. only $1.25.
Snowy Shell-like
MRS. JOHN LAING. Soft pink, of beautiful form. Exceedingly fragrant and remarkably free-flowering.
PAUL NEYRON. Deep rose color, of enormous size; probably the largest rose in existence.
ULRICH BRUNNER. Bright cherry red. Large full flowers. A strong grower that never disappoints.
One strong plant each of these standard May-flowering roses,
All three above collections, eighteen distinct sorts, an unapproachable
assortment, only $3.00.
Miscellaneous Roses.
The following sorts are so indispensable, each for qualities peculiar to itself, that they should be included in every collection of roses.
BABY RAMBLER. Makes a com- pact bush only 18 inches high, and pro- duces from early spring until late fall immense trusses of small crimson flowers, closely resembling those of the well-known Crimson Rambler.
CLOTHILDE SOUPERT. Low-grow- ing, compact bushes, always covered with clusters of double rosy-blush flowers of exquisite form.
MADAME PLANTIER. Pure white and an exceedingly profuse bloomer; unrivaled for hedges and cemetery planting.
~ and refreshingly fragrant foliage.
ROSA RUGOSA. The lovely Jap- anese single rose; as beautiful in folli- age as in flower. We can supply either the single crimson or single white. Splendid for hedges.
SWEET BRIAR. The true English Sweet Briar, with single pink age:
N- other grand hedge plant.
ROSES FOR HEDGES. Write for special prices on the three last-named varieties, if desired in quantities for hedge planting. We can supply specially fine stock.
For Climbing Roses, see under “The Best Climbers.”
Southern-Grown Vines
THE BEST CLIMBERS.
BOSTON IVY (Ampelopsis veitchit). A beautiful vine of very rapid growth, quickly covering brick, stone or wood walls, fences, etc. Strong plants from 32-inch pots, 15¢ for ones $1.25 for: 10.
CLEMATIS. Unquestionably the most popular and desirable of all flowering vines.
C. Paniculata. Its white, star-shaped, fragrant flowers resemble a bank of snow during late Summer and early Fall. A handsome vine at all seasons. Strong plants, 25c for one; $2.00 for Io.
C. Henryii. Very large, creamy white flowers. A free bloomer. Strong plants, 50c for one; $4.00 for Io.
C. Jackmani. Intense violet-purple flowers of large size and in great profu- sion. Strong plants, 50c for one; $4.00 for 10.
HONEYSUCKLE (Lonivera). For covering fences, banks, unsightly build- ings, stumps, etc., Honeysuckles have ‘oO rival.
L. Belgica. An almost perpetual dloomer, with pink, fragrant flowers. 25c for one; $2.00 for Io.
L. Halleana. The Japanese Honey- suckle. It has very sweet, white flowers, changing to buff as they fade. 25c for one; $2.00 for Io.
ENGLISHIVY (Hedera helix). Suc- ceeds well in the South, and is the only Hedera of value in this section. Strong plants from 3-inch pots, 25c for one; $2.00 for Io.
JASMINE (Gelsemium). A_ rapid- growing evergreen vine, with fragrant, yellow flowers in profusion during early Spring. Strong plants, 20c for one; $1.50 for Io.
Special Offer.
ROSES. No Southern home should lack a few climbing roses. Nowhere else do they develop their regal beauty so per- fectly. The kinds we offer are specially recommended for their all-round excel- lence. Some varieties do better if bud- ded on Marietta stock; others if on their own roots. Our superior stock is grown accordingly.
Clothilde Soupert. Has flowers sim- ilar to but much larger than the bush Soupert. 25c for one; $2.00 for Io.
Crimson Rambler. Very showy when in bloom, during April and May. 2o0c for one; $1.50 for 10.
Dorothy Perkins. Flowers double; shell-pink, in clusters of 10 to 30. Su- perior, in our opinion, to Crimson Rambler. 25c for one; $2.00 for Io.
Kaiserin Augusta Victoria. A vig- orous climber with superb white flowers. 25c for one; $2.00 for 10.
Marechal Niel. The most desirable of all yellow roses. No one should be without it. 25c for one; $2.00 for Io.
Reine Marie Henriette. Has vig- orous habit and produces freely bright cherry-red flowers of fine form. 25c for one; $2.00 for Io.
Solfaterre. An extra fine and popu- lar climbi _ rose, with light canary- yellow flowers. 25c for one; $2.00 for Io.
Wichuriana (The Memorial Rose). Almost evergreen and of trailin.: habit. Flowers single white. Makes masses of bright green, beautiful foliage, which
never becomes rusty or diseased. 25c for one; $2.00 for Io. WISTARIA (VW. sinensis). A mag-
nificent climber of strong rapid growth, with large pointed clusters of lilac- purple flowers in early spring. 25c¢ for one; $2.00 for Io.
Purchasers may select any 10 of the above climbers, in any
assortment, for $2.00 (except Clematis Henryii and Clematis Jackmani.)
HEDGE AND EDGING PLANTS.
BARBERRY (Berberis thunbergit). Has no rival for a low, bushy Hedge. Grows 3 to 4 feet high and its foliage is beautiful at any season, particularly in Autumn. Strong 1 and 2-foot plants, $2.00 for 10; $15.00 per I00.
BOXWOOD (Buzrus). This favorite old-time edging plant has again become popular. Fine, bushy, 6 to 8-inch plants, $8.00 per 100.
PRIVET (Ligustrum amurense). The Amoor Privet las proved so superior in every respect that we have discarded all other varieties. It is evergreen, suc- ceeds in any soil, anywhere you plant it,
and always gives entire satisfaction. Fine 2-ft. plants, 60c for 10; $5.00 per 100.
ORANGE (Citrus trifoliata). Of no value for its fruit, but a very desirable hedge plant. Entirely hardy. Prices, 1-year plants, 50c for 10; $3.00 per 100.
OTHER SHRUBS, suitable for hedges, are the Japan Quince (Pyrus Japonica), Madam Plantier Rose, Japanese Rose, (Rosa Rugosa) the English Sweet Briar, the bush Honeysuckle (Zonicera), Rose of Sharon (Althea), Deutzia Gracilis and the Spireas. For descriptions and prices see under “Ornamental Shrubs.”
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PHLOX — MISS LINGARD >.
PLANT DEPARTMENT.
Herbaceous, or ‘‘Old-Fashioned”’ Perennials.
In a well-arranged border of “Old-Fashioned” Perennials every day develops some new and delightful surprise. Beginning with the Peonies, Bieeding Hearts, Irises (See Special List). Columbines end Violets —there is a constantly chang- ing variety all through the Spring, Summer and Autumn, until the season closes with Chrysanthemums, Anemones and Asters, in a blaze of color.
The uses of this class of plants are numerous—for edging and brightening the shrubbery, for massing in borders and in front of bare foundations, for planting in formal gardens, and many others.
NOTE OUR UNIFORM PRICES.
Single plant of any variety,- - - - - - - - - - - - = $0.25 Ten plants, in any assortment, - - - - - - - - - - - - 2.00 Ten plants of any one variety,- - - - - - - - - - = = 1.50 One hundred plants, in any assortment, - - - - - - - - 15.00
Five plants are sold at the ten price; 20 plants at the 100 price.
The majority of our stock is pot-grown from field clumps, so it will be certain to bring the quickest and most satisfactory results possible.
Best effects are secured from plantings of from five to ten plants in a mass, or clump. We give the height, size of flower, color and bicoming season of each variety.
Should you desire plants of varieties not given in this Handbook, write us and we will see that you get them. We grow many kinds that we do not list.
ANEMONE, or Japanese Wind= Good for Flower. Plant in March or April where they will be shaded from the mid-day sun. Bloom September to November. Fine for cutting.
Bloom August to November. cutting. A. Amellus Elegans. lavender flowers; 1% feet. A. Novae Angliae Rosea.
Medium sized
Medium
A. Japonica, ‘‘Queen Charlotte.” Large, semi-double rosy pink flowers; 2 feet.
A. Japonica, ‘‘Whirlwind.”’ semi-double white flowers; 2 feet.
ASTER, or Michaelmas Daisy. Plant in March or April, in full sun.
Large,
rosy mauve flowers; 3 feet. A. ‘“‘White Queen.”’ white flowers; 3 to 4 feet. BABY’S BREATH (Gypsophila). Plant in early Spring. Blooms all Sum- mer. Fine for cutting. G. Paniculata. Small, feathery, white flowers; 2 to 3 feet.
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BEARD TONGUE (Pentstemon). Plant in early Spring. Blooms all Sum- mer. Good for cutting.
P. Barbatus Torreyii. Large scarlet tubular flowers; 3 to 4 feet.
BERGAMOT (Monarda). Plant in early Spring in a moist location. Blooms in June and July.
M. Didyma. Medium size, scarlet, tubular flowers; 2 to 3 feet.
BLANKET FLOWER (Gaillardia). Plant in Spring in sunny locality. Blooms steadily June to October. Fine. for cutting.
G. Grandiflora. Large flowers, crim- son and gold; 1% feet.
CANTERBURY BELLS (Campan- ula.) Plant in Fall or Spring. Blooms in early Summer. Fine for cut flowers.
C. Medium. Large, bell-shaped flowers; blue, white or rose; 2 to 3 feet.
C. Calycanthema (Cup and Saucer).
The most popular kind; three colors;
2 to 3 feet. CHRYSANTHEMUM. Plant in Spring in sunny location. Blooming
season, September to November. Excel- lent for cutting.
Chrysanthemum. MHardy varieties. Large white, pink, yellow or crimson flowers; assorted as desired; 2 to 3 feet.
Chrysanthemum Pompon. Flowers small to medium. White, pink, yellow, bronze or crimson; assorted as desired; 2 to 3. feet:
COLUMBINE (Aquilegia). Plant in Fall in semi-shady, moist locality. Bloom in April and May. Excellent for cutting.
A. Chrysantha. Dainty yellow flowers of good size; 3 feet.
A. Cerulea. Beautiful blue and white flowers; I to 2 feet.
A. Nivea. Large pure white flowers; 2 feet:
COREOPSIS. Plant in early Spring in sunny places. Blooms all Summer and Fall if flowers are cut when fading.
C. Lanceolata Grandiflora. Large, brilliant yellow flowers; 2% feet.
DAY LILY (Hemerocallis). Plant in Fall or Spring in moist soil. Blooms from June to August.
H. Flava. Large, flowers; 2 feet.
FEVERFEW (Matricaria). early Spring. Blooms all Summer. cellent for cutting.
M. Capensis FI. PI. Medium sized, double, white flowers; 1% feet.
FOXGLOVE (Digitalis). Plant in early Spring, in cool, shaded locality. Blooms all Summer. Fine for cutting.
D. Gloxinoides. Large bell-shaped flowers; all colors mixed; 3 to 4 feet.
fragrant yellow
Plant in Ex-
GOLDEN GLOW (Rudbeckia). Plant in early Spring at back of border, alon fences, etc. Blooms June to September. _R. Laciniata FI. Pl. Large dahlia- like double yello » flowers; 6 to 7 feet.
HOLLYHOCKS. Plant in Fall or Spring; preferably in Fall. Bloom May to August.
Single Varieties. 6 to 8 feet.
Allegheny. Fringed, semi-double, in many colors; 6 to 8 feet.
IRIS, or Flags. A good collection of Iris is a complete garden of itself. All the sorts we list are beautiful beyond description. .
In mixed colors;
German Iris. Height, 2-3 feet. Ca- nary Bird, golden yellow; Mme. Che- reau, white, bordered blue; President Thiers, delicate purple; Queen of May,
rosy lilac; Silver King, snow white. Prices, 15c each; $1.25 for 10. Choice mixed varieties, all colors, toc each; Soc for Io.
Japanese Iris. Height, 3 feet. Mary Anderson, double, light blue; Mont
Blanc, double, pure white; Moonlight, double, white with yellow center; Ro- mola, rosy lilac; Senator Lenox, violet purple. Prices, 25c each; $2.00 for Io. Choicest mixed, all colors, 15c each; Sre2yeoral@, aa
JAPANESE BELL FLOWER (Platy- codon). Plantin Fall or Spring. Blooms June to September. Fine for cutting.
P. Grandiflora. Large bell-shaped deep blue flowers; 1% feet.
LARKSPUR (Delphinium). Plant in Fall, or Spring, preferably 11 Fall) where they can be given plenty of water. Blooming season, all Summer, if flowers are kept cut. Splendid for bouquets.
D. Coelestinum. Large _ sky-blue flowers; 3 feet. D. Formosum. Large indigo-blue
flowers; 2 to 3 feet.
D. Elatum. English hybrids of vari- Ous colors: 4 to 5, feet
LAVENDER (Lavandula). Plant in Spring. Blooms from June to August. Valuable for its fragrant foliage.
L. Vera. The true Lavender; 2 to 3 feet.
' LILY OF THE VALLEY. Fine American grown pips. $2.00 per 100.
MEADOW SWEET, or Goat’s Beard (Spirea). Plant in early Spring in moist situation. Blooms from May to July. Excellent for cutting. .
S. Filipendula FI. Pl. Foam-like spikes of white flowers; 1 foot.
S. Palmata Elegans. Spikes of pink flowers; 2 to 3 feet.
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MONKSHOOD (Aconitum). Spring in shady localities. season from July to August.
A. Napellus. Odd-shaped blue, or blue and white flowers; 3 to 4 feet.
PEONY. We furnish strong roots, which, planted in the Fall, may be ex- pected to bloom the following Spring, although best results will not come until the second year. We can, however, supply large undivided clumps at three to five times the prices quoted.
Officinalis. The old fashioned early sort; double white, rose or crimson; strong roots. 40c each; $3.50 for to.
Sinensis. The superb Chinese fra- grant Peonies. Festiva Maxima, snow white; Louis Van MHoutte, maroon; Rosea Elegans, rosy pink; Victoria Tri- Color, pink and yellow. 5oc each; $4.00 for Io.
PHLOX. Plant in Fall or Spring in sunny situation. Best results come from Fall planting. Blooming season, June and July. Splendid for cutting.
Bridesmaid. White with pink eye; 2 to 3 feet.
Coquelicot. Fiery scarlet; 2 to 3 feet.
Eclaireur. Large violet. crimson flowers; 1% to 2 feet.
Miss Lingard. The best early pure white; 1% feet.
Pantheon. Salmon pink; 2 to 2% feet.
R. P. Struthers. Rosy carmine, with dark eye; 2 to 2% feet.
PINKS (Dianthus). Plant in Spring or Fall in any good soil. Blooming season, April to June. Fine for cutting.
D. Plumarius (Her Majesty). Double white; % foot.
D. Plumarius (Lord Lyons). Double rose; 14 foot.
PLANTAIN LILY (Funkia). Plant
in Spring in shady locality. Blooming season, June to August.
F. Coerulea. Blue flowers, green foliage; 1 foot.
F. Subcordata. Large lily-like, pure
POPPY (Papaver). Plant in Fall in a sunny situation. Bloom in Mav PP. Orientale. Enormous _ scarlet flowers with blue center; 2 to 2% feet.
RAGGED ROBIN, or Lamp Flower (Lychnis). Plant in Fall or Spring.
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Blooming season, May and June. for cutting.
L. Chalcedonica. Bright scarlet flowers, in clusters; 3 feet.
L. Viscaria FI. PI. son flowers; 1 foot.
SHASTA DAISY. Plant in Spring in sunny location. Blooming season, June to September. Superb for cutting.
Shasta Daisy ‘“Alaska.”” Enormous white flowers with golden center; 1% to 2 feet.
STONE CROP (Sedum). Spring in dry, sunny places. season, July to September.
S. Spectabilis. Great heads of showy, pink flowers; I foot.
SUNFLOWERS (Helianthus). in Spring in sunny situation. season, July to October. cutting.
H. Maultiflorus PI. Large double yellow flowers like a fine Dahlia; 4 feet.
H. Rigidus (“Miss Mellish’). The best single variety. Orange yellow; 5 to 6 feet.
SWEET ROCKET (Hesperis). in Spring in any good soil. season, May to August.
H. Matronalis. “Clusters of w fire or flesh-colored fragrant “flowers; 3 feet.
SWEET WILLIAM — (Dianthus). Plant in Fall or Spring in rich soil. Blooming season, April to June. Excel- lent for cutting.
D. Barbatus. Showy heads of white, pink, scarlet or crimson flowers; I foot.
VIOLET. Plant in Fall in shaded, protected places. Blooming season, all Winter and Spring. We list the two best varieties.
V. Odorata (“Luxonne’). Large, fragrant violet flowers on long stems; 6 to 9 inches.
V. Odorata (“Princess of Wales’). Immense, fragrant, violet flowers on ex- tra long stems; 8 to 10 inches. i
YUCCA, or Adam’s Needle. Plant in Fall or early Spring, where it will show to best advantage. Blooming sea- son, May to July.
Y. Filamentosa. Spikes of large, fra- - grant, creamy-white flowers; 2 to 4-feet.
Double rosy crim-
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plants you have on hand, etc.. and in reply to same will say I will only be too glad to place my orders with you, as I know by experience you will do the square thing by your
patrons.
When I am needing stock, you shall hear from me.
Thanking you for your fair treatment, I remain,
Very truly yours,
W. A. ROSS, Florida.
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SHRUBS.
The stock we offer below is all of standard size; that is, of the best and safest size for shipping and planting. Of many varieties we can furnish larger sizes if desired, and will send prices and descriptions on application.
Shrubs, like trees, succeed better if planted in late fall, but good results may be expected from the healthy, vigorous plants we send, if planted at any time up te
April 15th.
All the following varieties have been thoroughly tested and proved to be well
adapted to conditions everywhere.
Our Uniform Prices for Shrubs.
Single shrubs, any variety, each, Ten shrubs, in any assortment, -
Tweiity-five shrubs, in any assortment, - - - - - - -
CREPE MYRTLE (Lagerstroemia Indica). Aa old Southern favorite of striking beauty. INot hardy North. Rosy crimson flowers all summer. Height, 6 to 7 feet. (18 to 24-inch plants.)
DEUTZIA (D. Gracilis). A dwarf bushy sort, 3 to 4 feet high. Covered in spring with dainty white bell-shaped flowers. (1 to 2-foot plants.)
DEUTZIA (D. Crenata Fi. Pl.) A handsome double pink variety of tall growth; 6 to 8 feet. (Fine 2 to 3-foot plants.)
DOGWOOD (Cornus Florida). The nafive white-flowered Dogwood. Height, 15 to 20 feet. Nothing more effective for lawn or yard planting. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
EUONYMUS (E. Japonica). Foliage, dark shining green. One of the best lawn evergreens. Height, 4 to 6 feet. (10 to 12-inch plants.) .
GLOBE FLOWER (Kerria Jap- onica). A loose-growing, graceful shrub,
to 6 feet high, with showy golden yellow globular flowers. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
GOLDEN BELL (Forsythia For- tunei). Golden yellow blossoms cover the graceful branches in early spring be- fore the leaves appear. Height, 5 to 6
feet. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
The list is sufficient to meet every demand.
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GOLDEN BELL (F. Suspensa). Grows 6 to 7 feet high and differs from F. Fortunei in its slender drooping branches. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
HOLLY (llex Crenata). The Japa- nese Holly. A handsomer and more desirable sort than our native Holly, but has black instead of red berries. Height, Avto-5 feet. 9 (Orton 12-inch plants.)
HONEYSUCKLE (Lonicera Fragrant- issima). A handsome shrub, growing 5 to 6 feet high, and covered from Feb- ruary on with pinkish fragrant flowers. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
HONEYSUCKLE (L. Tartarica). Grows 6 to 8 feet high, and is attractive in both flower and fruit. The red ber- fies. lastua long \time-)(@ to. 3-100t plants. )
HYDRANGEA (H. Arborescens). The wild Hydrangea, which grows to a height of 5 feet, and opens its panicles of white flowers in June, is a handsomer shrub, in our opinion, than any of the fancy varieties. (2 to 3-foot plants).
HYDRANGEA (H. Paniculata Grandi- flora). Tie most popular variety in existence. Immense panicles of pure white flowers in July. (2 to 3-fc0" plants.)
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JAPANESE QUINCE (Pyrus Jap- onica). Its brilliant scarlet flowers com- pletely cover the branches and appear often in January, lasting through several
months. Height, 4 to 5 feet. (1% to 2-foot plants.) LILAC (Syringa Vulgaris). The
common purple lilac. There are many high-priced named kinds, but none better or more reliable than this. Grows 8 to 10 feet high. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
LILAC (S. Vulgaris Alba). Same as S. Vulgaris, but with pure white flowers. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
LILAC (S. Persica). The Persian Lilac. Of more graceful, slender habit than the common kinds, and with smaller foliage. Height, 7 to 8 feet. (2 to 3- foot plants.)
LILAC (S. Marie Le Graye). Lovely single white flowers, in compact panicles. One of the best sorts. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
MOCK ORANGE, or Syringa (Phila- delpbhus Coronarius). ‘There are several varieties, but this is the real old-fash- ioned kind, and the only one with fra-
grant flowers. Height, 5 to 6 feet. (1% to 2-foot plants.) OLEANDER (Nerium). Oleanders
are entirely hardy in the latitude of Atlanta and southward. We offer strong pot-grown plants, about I foot high, rose colored or white as desired.
OLIVE (Olea Fragrans). The Tea or Sweet Olive is one of the finest flower- ing tender shrubs for Southern gardens. Blooms in fall, and the white flowers are deliciously fragrant. (1-foot plants. )
PEARL BUSH (Evxochorda Grandi- flora). A superb tall-growing shrub (8 to 10 feet), with large pure white flowers in bountiful profusion during March. (1% to 2-foot plants.)
ROSE OF SHARON (Althea Grandi- flora Superba). The pink and white Altheas are particularly desirable, bloom- ing late when few shrubs are in flower. Grandiflora is a fine double rose-colored kind. Height, 6 to 8 feet. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
ROSE OF SHARON (4. Totus AI- bus). A dwarf, single, pure white kind. Particularly fine. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
SILVER THORN (Eleagnus Longi- pes). A beautiful lawn plant, with at- tractive foliage and bright red, edible berries. Height, 5 to 6 feet. (2-foot plants.)
SMOKE TREE (Rhus Cotinus). Also called Purple Fringe and Mist Shrub. Grows 8 to 9 feet high, and is covered with its purplish smoke-like bloom. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
SNOWBALL (Viburnum Plicatum). We offer the Japanese variety only, as it is superior in every respect to all
other kinds. Height, 6 to 8 feet. (1 to 2-foot plants.) SPIREA (S. Anthony Waterer).
Grows cnly 3 to 4 feet high, and is covered with broad heads of bright crimson flowers. (1% to 2-foot plants.)
SPIREA (S. Prunifolia). The popu- lar “Bridal Wreath.” Grows about 4 feet high and is a mass of snowy white in early spring. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
SPIREA (S. Van Houttei). The choicest of all Spireas; only 3 or 3% feet high. Its drooping branches are clustered from end to end with exquisite pure white flowers. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
STRAWBERRY, or Sweet Shrub (Calycanthus Floridus). An old fa- vorite (5 to 7 feet tall), with double chocolate colored, fragrant flowers. (1% to 2-foot plants.)
SWEET PEPPER BUSH _ (Clethra Alnifolia). One of our handsomest na- tive shrubs, bearing long spikes of white, fragrant flowers in midsummer. Height, 3 to 4 feet. (1% to 2-foot plants.)
WEIGELA (Diervilla Van Houttet). Has long sprays of honeysuckle-like, rose-colored flowers. Height, 5 to 6 feet. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
WEIGELA (D. Candida). Differs from Van Houttei only in color of flower; which is snowy white. (2 to
3-foot plants.)
WEIGELA (D. “Eva Rathke”’). Of lower growth than the others (3 to 4 feet), and a later bloomer. Color, bright ruby crimson. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
WHITE FRINGE (Chionanthus Vir- ginica). An extremely handsome native shrub, growing 8 to Io feet high, and bearing in great profusion racemes of white, fragrant, fringe-like flowers. (2 to 3-foot plants.)
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Our nursery-grown trees have been transplanted frequently, and are therefore especially vigorous and stocky, with an abundance of roots, making them sure to grow rapidly. They cost, set out, little if any more than forest-grown trees, a large percentage of which always fail to survive transplanting.
November, in the South, is the best and surest month of the year for tree plant- ing, though the kind of stock we furnish will succeed anywhere if planted in Spring. Full directions for planting, pruning and cultivating sent with every order.
Our Ash, Catalpa, Locust, Maple and Poplar trees are from 8 to Io feet high; the Elms, Lindens and Tulip trees, from 6 to 8 feet high; the Persimmon, Umbrella trees and Weeping Mulberries, from 4 to 6 feet high, and the Double Flowering Crabs, Sweet Gums, and Magnolias from 2% to 3 feet high. Experience has shown these sizes to be the safest and surest to grow. Larger specimens can be furnished, however, and if desired, write us for description and prices.
Prices, Except for Weeping Mulberry.
Single treés, any variety, 9- - - =" = - + -~- = == “s50c each Ten trees, in any assortment,- - - - - - - - - - - $4.00 Twenty trees, in any assortment,- - - - - - - - = = 7.00
ASH (Fraxinus Excelsior). The En- asa desirable shade tree of rapid growth. glish Ash. A rapid grower of fine fo:i- 50 to €o feet.
age and symmetrical form. 40 to 50 feet. PERSIMMON (Diospyros Virgini- CATALPA (C. Speciosa). Large, a). Its dark, glossy foliage makes it
handsome foliage, and white flowers in Specially desirable as an ornamental
great profusion. Fine for lawn planting. shade tree. 30 to 35 feet.
35 to 60 feet. POPLAR (P. Monilifera). The Caro- CRAB— Double Flowering (Pyrus lina Poplar is indispensable where quick
Ioensis). Its large double pink blossoms 8tOwth is desired. 40 to 50 feet.
are as beautiful as roses. 20 to 25 feet. SWEET GUM (Liquidamber Styra- ELM (Ulmus Americana). The most ciflua). As handsome as the Sugar
noble and graceful of all our native Maple, and thrives everywhere, but lik- trees. 50 to 60 feet ing moist locations. 40 to 50 feet.
LINDEN (Tilia Europaca). The Eu- , TULIP TREE (Liriodendron Tuhpi-
fera). A superb tree of rapid growth ee ee Linden. 30 to 40 and. brodda Clase itoliice paramere
we yellowish tulip-shaped flowers. LOCUST (Robinia Pseud-Acacia). UMBRELLA TREE (Melia). Also The profusion of fragrant white flowers cajtedq China Berry. A most desirable make this a highly desirable tree. - shade tree of unique, umbrella-like form MAGNOLIA (MM. Grandiflora). The Not hardy North. 12 to 15 feet. best of all our native Southern evergreen — WEEPING MULBERRY (Morus trees. Blooms April to July. 40 to 50 pendula). The handsomest and most feet.. Not hardy north of Washington. satisfactory of all weeping trees. We MAPLE (Acer Dasycarpum). The have strong trees with heavy crowns Silver, or White Maple. Well known budded on 4 to 5-foot stems. $1.00 each. 10
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TREE FRUIT DEPARTMENT. PEACHES.
To be successful with a Peach orchard, thorough pruning and spraying are necessary. In one of our orchards of 20,000 trees, producing a crop of 33,000 crates, not one bushel of wormy peaches was found. No one should plant peach trees un- less they expect to spend time and money to develop the orchard. Too many people
buy fruit trees, plant them and turn the calves loose among them. In a few years they have a lot of knotty, scrubby trees, and as a result they blame the nursery for sending them poor trees, forgetting that the trees were not calf-proof.
All over the country, orchards are coming into bearing every year from trees bought of the Chattanooga Nurseries. The old true saying, “Be sure you’re right, then go ahead,”-should be applied when buying nursery stock.. Be sure you get healthy trees and true to name. To be disappointed in varieties after waiting for the trees to come into bearing, is a most disheartening and maddening experience.
We give special attention to the growing of Peach trees, and have one of the largest and finest stocks in the United States. In the mountain regions, where our nurseries are located, scale, root knot and peach yellows are unknown, and the red, iron-impregnated soil gives all our fruit trees a vigor and hardiness that can not be equaled elsewhere.
The Four Best Peaches.
ELBERTA. The queen of peaches. CARMAN. Large, with tough,
More universally planted than any other. Lar.-, juicy fruit with yellow, delicious flesh. Ripens July 15th to August Ist.
BELLE OF GEORGIA. Very large. Skin white with red cheeks; flesh white, firm and of excellent flavor. Ripens July 5th to 2oth.
creamy white skin, flushed red; flesh white, tender, melting and of the finest flavor. Ripens June 25th to July Ist.
GREENSBORO. Highly colored white and red fruits of large size; flesh white and very juicy; quality excellent. Ripens June Ist to 2oth.
General List of Peaches.
Riperling season is indicated by the letters “E,” early; “M,”’ medium; “L,” late, Alexander (EF). Heath’s Cling (L). Smock (L). Belle of Georgia (M). Hiley (Early Belle) (E). Smeed (E). Carman (E). Greensboro (E). Stinson’s October (L). Chair’s Choice (M). Lemon Cling (M). Victor (E). Champion (M). Mayflower (FE). Waddell (E).
Chinese Cling (M). Crawford’s Late (M). Elberta (M).
Old Mixon Cling (M). Piquet’s Late (L). Slappy (E).
Prices of Peach Trees.
Wonderful (L). Yellow St. John (May Beauty) (E).
Each. 10. 100. 4to5 feett- - - - - - - - - = - $0.20 $1.50 $12.00 3to4feet- - - - - - - - = = = 15 1.25 10.00 2to 3 feet- - - - - --*+-+-+-e--. 10 .9O 8.00
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APPLES.
Every home orchard should include a few of our vigorous, healthy Apple LTeeS. In selecting varieties, those should be chosen that will ripen their fruit in succession from early Summer until Fall. We therefore specially recommend the following:
The Four Best Apples.
EARLY HARVEST. Medium to large BEN DAVIS. Large, handsome, and fruits. Bright yellow, tender, juicy and of good quality. Keeps well. Ripe in well-flavored. Indispensable. Ripe early October. in June. JONATHAN. Is successful and pro-
YELLOW TRANSPARENT. A me-_ ductive in any soil or section. Fruit dium yellow apple of fine quality for striped red and yellow, with tender, table use or cooking. Trees of dwarfish juicy white flesh of rich flavor. Very
habit. Ripens in June. desirable. Ripe in October. General List of Apples. Ripening season is indicated by letters: “E,” early, or Summer; “M,” medium, or Autumn; “L,” late, or Winter. Astrachan, Red (E). Early Red Margaret(E). Mammoth Black Baldwin (L). Gano (L). Twig (L). Bellflower (L). Grimes’ Golden (L). Red June (EF). Ben Davis (L). Horse (E). Stayman’s Winesap(L). Buckingham (M). Jonathan (L). Yates (L). Carter’s Blue (M). Limber Twig (L). Yellow Transparent(E). Early Harvest (E). Maiden’s Blush (M). York Imperial (L). Prices of Apple Trees. Bach: KO! 100. 2 years, 4 feetand up - - - - - - - $0.25 $2.00 $15.00 I year, 3 to 4 feet - - - - = =.= - .20 1.50 12.00
PEARS. The following two varieties are unquestionably the best for all sections. KEIFFER. Tree practically blight- DUCHESS D’ANGOULEME. Very proof. Extremely vigorous and prolific. large, melting, juicy and well-flavored
Fruit very large; skin yellow, tinged fruit. Tree vigorous and a reliable red. Flesh juicy and of delightful flavor. bearer. Ripens August 15th to Sep-
Matures September to October. tember Ist. General List of Pears. Bartlett. Keiffer. LeConte. Clapp’s Favorite. Lawrence. Lincoln’s Coreless. Early Harvest. Lawson. Seckle. Garber’s. Wilder. Prices of Pear Trees. Each. 10. 100. 2 years, 5 feet and up- - - - - ~ - $0.35 $3.00 $25.00 1 yeat,3 t0.4 (eet eee 4-s- eee 25 2.00 17.50
CHERRIES.
The Cherry succeeds well in this latitude and further North, but is rather uncertain in the more Southern sections. We list only dependable varieties, espe- cially recommending the two following:
EARLY RICHMOND. Medium sized, GOVERNOR WOOD. Large, yellow
dark red. A superior canning sort. and red. Very prolific; one of the best. . General List of Cherry Trees. Baldwin. Early Richmond. May Duke. Black Tartarian. English Morello. Montmorency. Dye House. Governor Wood. Wragg. Prices of Cherry Trees. Each. 10. 100. 2 years, 4 teet and up - - - - - - - $0.35 $3.00 $20.00 I year, 3 to 4 feet - - - - - = = - ee 2.00 15.00
i year, 2:10 3 fect j= = ne ee ee .20 1.50 12.00
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PLUMS.
The two varieties described below are recommended as especially desirable :
ABUNDANCE. Large, somewhat oval fruit. Flesh, light yellow; exceedingly juicy and tender, with a rich flavor. Ma- tures June 15th to July 5th.
WICKSON. No better plum grows. Fruit large, crimson purple when ripe, with firm, yellow, juicy, high-flavored flesh. Ripens July roth to 25th.
General List of Plums.
Abundance. German Prune. Bradshaw. Green Gage. Burbank. Red June. Chabot. Satsuma.
Shropshire’s Damson. Small Blue Damson. Wickson.
Wild Goose.
‘Prices of Plum Trees.
4 feet and up - - - - - - - 2B; tO-AwiCerat =) = S01 = Se
Each. oO: 100. - - $0.30 $2. 50 $20.00 ais = 25 2.00 15.00
MISCELLANEOUS FRUIT AND NUT TREES.
APRICOTS. Should be where they will be frosts, as in town or city yards. varieties :
Early Golden. Small, orange-colored fruit, sweet and juicy.
Moore Park. Large, with orange skin and flesh. Very juicy and of fine flavor.
Royal. Medium yellowish fruit, tinged red. Flesh of delicious flavor.
Prices. Four feet and up, 25c for 1; $2.00 for Io.
CHESTNUT. We offer fine, well- branched, 3 to 4-foot trees, our native American variety, at 25c for 1;. $2.00 for Io.
~ CRAB APPLES. Valuable-for pre- serving and jelly. Trees also very orna- mental. Best varieties are Yellow Siber- ian and Transcendant. Prices, 4 feet aid up, 25C-10f - 1; -$2:00- for ..10.
FIGS. In the Coast regions of both the Gulf and the Atlantic States, as far north as the Carolinas, the fig grows well and bears abundantly. Best kinds:
Brown Turkey. Most reliable for field culture. Fruit medium brown, sweet and excellent.
Brunswick. Very large and pro- ductive. Color, violet.. Quality, fine.
Lemon. An excellent, large, yellow kind, very sweet. ’
Prices. ‘Two-year trees, 25c for one; $2.00 for Io. E
FILBERTS. Do best in elevated sec- tions. Grow 6 to 8 feet in any soil. Nut very sweet. Prices, 3-year stock, 2s5c for one; $2.00 for Io.
planted protected from Best
MULBERRIES. Excellent for poultry and hogs, and a fine ornamental tree. Best varieties are Downing and Hicks’ Everbearing. Prices, 4 feet and up, 25¢ for one; $2.00 for Io.
NECTARINES. Similar to the peach, but the fruit is tart and has a smooth skin. Best varieties: New White and Red Roman. Prices, 4-foot trees, 25¢ for one; $2.00 for Io.
PECANS. We offer thrifty, stocky, 2-year graited stock of the following:
Frotscher’s Egg Shell. Nuts very large, thin-shelled, sweet and _ well-fla- vored. The best pecan in existence.
Stuart. Of good quality, thin shelled and a remarkably heavy bearer.
Prices. Two-foot stocky trees, $1.00 each; $8.00 for Io.
PERSIMMON. The Japanese per- simmon flourishes anywhere in the Cot- ton Belt. Fruit large and when ripened by frost, or in the house, is rich, sweet, and of a fine apricot flavor. One-year trees, 25c for one; $2.00 for Io.
POMEGRANATE. Best and most successful sort is the purple seeded or Spanish Ruby. Is quite hardy along the Gulf and South Atlantic coasts. Two to 3-foot plants, 25c each; $2.00 for Io.
QUINCE. Suited for elevated re- gions and strong, clay soils.
Angers is as good as any. Prices, standard size, 25c for one; $2.00 for Io.
WALNUT. Our native Black Walnut. We also furnish English or Japanese Walnuts. Fine 2 to 3-foot stock, 25c¢ for one; $2.00 for Io, in any assortment.
SMALL FRUIT DEPARTMENT.
GRAPES.
The Grape is not only one of the most healthful and delightful of all fruits, but it can be grown successfully by anyone who has a garden, a yard or a wall. Grape vines can be confined to a stake, fastened to,a trellis, trained over an arbor,
or even used to cover up trees and buildings. While most satisfactory results may be obtained from the culture of Grapes under favorable conditions, they are very likely to prove disappointing under poor culture or neglect. Good results from Grape vines can be had only by close attention and forethought. They must have a warm soil and a sunny exposure. The distance between vines should vary accord- ing to the growth of the variety and method of training. Small growing sorts may be set as closely as 8 feet or so, but 10 feet apart is desirable for most kinds.
As a result of the favoring conditions under which our stock is grown it is excep- tionally robust and well provided with heavy roots. The past season gave an unusu- ally long growing period, and all stock entered the Winter mature and well-ripened. There was also a freedom from insect pests that insure the highest vigor. Our stock is of course Officially inspected, and provided with certificate. We are confident that it will bear comparison with the best you have ever purchased. Any buyer who is willing to devote intelligence and industry to the culture of Grapes and other small fruits, whether for home or markets, should start right. The first step is the selection of high-grade stock. We supply it, and if he wants information as well as plants, our knowledge and experience are at his service.
Grape vines are subject to mildew, anthracnose and black rot, this disease being mos troublesome on vines that have been weakened from over-bearing. When present, fallen leaves and imperfect fruit should be destroyed and the vines thor- oughly sprayed with Bordeaux Mixture.
CAMPBELL’S EARLY. Black, with purple bloom; large perfect clusters and berries; rich, sweet flavor; an admirable fruiter and shipper.
CONCORD. Bunches and berries very large; color, blue-black; thin skin; flesh sweet, pulpy and tender. Very vigorous and prolific.
NIAGARA. °§ Good sized, compact bunches of pale, yellowish-green Grapes ; large berries; sweet, tender flavor. Very vigorous and healthy.
WYOMING RED. A very early red sort, similar to the Delaware, but larger. Desirable both for home growing and for vineyards. A strong, healthy variety.
Complete List of Grapes.
Agawam. Concord. Moore’s Early. Brighton. Delaware. Niagara. Campbell’s Early. James (Muscadine). Scuppernong. Catawba. Lutie. Wyoming Red. Prices. 15c for one; $1.00 for 10; $8.00 for 100. In any variety or assortment.
Except for Campbell’s Early, 20c for one; $1.50 for 10; $12.00 per 100; and for James, and Scuppernong, 25c for one; $2.00 for 10; $15.00 per 100.
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STRAWBERRIES.
We receive every season many letters asking the best time to plant Strawberries. In East Tennessee, North Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Kentucky, the Carolinas, and sections north of this territory, the best time to plant is in the Spring of the year. South of the section mentioned, planting may be done in September and October and a crop insured the following season. In the vicinity of Chattanooga we usually start planting in February and continue up until the first of April.
Any good, well-drained soil that will grow corn, wheat or potatoes, will grow good Strawberries. An eastern or southern exposure is best, especially if early fruit is desired.
Most people make the mistake of planting too many varieties. For early berries plant Excelsior; for medium, Bubach and Klondyke; for late, Gandy. These are enough. In some sections, however, the varieties named do not succeed as well as they do here, so it may be well for a beginner to consult some local grower as to the
best kinds for his locality.
The following varieties are specially recommended:
EXCELSIOR. The earliest variety of any special merit. Very popular in the extreme South; having conical, dark, rich, firm fruit. Is prolific and a good shipper.
BUBACH. Fruit uniformly large and handsome; shape, conical; color, bright scarlet; flesh firm and of good quality. A valuable home sort.
KLONDYKE. This variety origin- ated in the South and is extremely popu- lar throughout this section. Has large- sized berries, rich, high color, and firm, juicy flesh. One of the best shippers.
LADY THOMPSON. No other Strawberry ever had such a run in the South. Plant is strong, healthy, vigor- ous and very productive. Berries large, richly colored and perfectly formed.
AROMA. A popular leading variety, very productive, bearing - firm, wine- colored fruit, and is an excellent shipper. Quality extra fine.
GANDY. A standard leading variety everywhere. Does best on stiff soil. Is of good size and color and of exception- ally fine flavor. Good both for the home garden and as a market variety.
General List and Prices of Strawberries.
Aroma (S)- - - - - - - - Bubach (P)°-- -.- = - -.- Brandywine (S)- - - - - - @linaxn(S) 62s. e 5 Crescent (P) - - - - - - - Cumberland (S) - - - - - - Excelsior (S) =- = = -.- = = Gandy. (SS). == <=. +2 = = = Klondyke (S) - - - - - - - Lady Thompson (S) - - - - Michel’s Early (S) - - - - - Nick Ohmer (S) - - - - - - Senator Dunlap (S) - - - - Sharpless (S) - - - - - - - Mexase(S) sot: Se Tennessee Prolific (S Warfield (S) - - - - - - -
We make special prices on orders for 3000 to 5000 plants and upwards.
for details.
Varieties marked “S” are perfect bloomers.
Per Dozen. Pertoo. Per 1000.
- - $0.40 $0.75 $3.50 - - .50 75 4.00 =e 50 ws 4.00 - - 50 1.00 4.00 - - .40 Gis 3.25 - - 50 1.00 4.00 - - 35 .60 3.25 - - “35 .60 325 - = 35 .60 3.00 - = 35 .60 3.00 - = 35 60 3.00 ge 35 75 3-25 - - 35 60 3.00 - - 50 1.00 4.00 - - 50 1.00 4.00 -.- .40 75 3.50 - - .50 1.00 3.00
Write
Those marked “P” are imperfect
bloomers and must be planted with varieties marked “S” or they will not fruit.
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RASPBERRIES.
Red Raspberries succeed in almost all soils, -but do better in light loam than in heavy clay Clayey soil suits the Black Caps better than the sandy soil. Raspberries should be planted 4 or 5 feet apart in the row. The shoots sent out
one season bear fruit and die the following year.
Spraying with Bordeaux Mixture
will prevent fungus diseases, of which anthracnose is the most common.
CUTHBERT, RED. Canes tall and vigorous, enormously productive. Ber- ries very large, conical, rich crimson and fine shippers. Prices, 60c for 10; $2.00 for 100; $12.50 for 1000.
LOUDON. Large, rich, crimson ber- ries of excellent quality. Vines very productive and stand the Southern cli- mate without injury.’ Prices, 6oc for 10; $2.00 for 100; $15.00 for 1000.
OHIO. The best producer of all Black Caps. Vines very hardy and _ succeed well in the South. Berries firm and of excellent flavor. Prices, 60c for 10; $2.00 for 100; $12.50 for I000.
SHAFFERS. A popular variety that succeeds well in the South. Berries large and of fine flavor. One of the best varieties for canning. Prices, 6o0c for 10; $2.00 for 1005 $15.00 10f) 1600:
BLACKBERRIES.
Blackberries may be successfully grown wherever raspberries can be cultivated to advantage. For garden culture plant about 4 feet apart in the row. The following
varieties are especially recommended:
EARLY HARVEST. The earliest to ripen; always reliable. Vines strong and vigorous. Exceptionally productive, especially in the South. Prices, 75¢ for 10; $2.50 for 100; $15.00 for 1000.
RATHBUN. Extra large, jet black.
Quality good; juicy, sweet and de- licious. A strong grower. Prices, 75c for 10; $2.00 for 100; $15.00 for 1000.
SNYDER. Medium sweet, and melt- ing to the core. Very hardy and pro- ductive. Prices, 75c for 10; $2.00 for 100; $15.00 for I000.
WILSON’S EARLY. A fine, very large early sort, of excellent flavor. Very productive and matures its fruit rapidly. Prices, 75c for 10; $2.00 for 100; $15.00 for 1000.
DEWBERRY.
THE LUCRETIA. This Dewberry is a decided. improvement on the Black- berry. It begins to ripen just as late Strawberries give out, and bears its
luscious fruit for four or five weeks. The vines, if trained to stakes, occupy but little room. Prices, 75c for 10; $2.00 for 100; $12.50. for 1000.
VEGETABLES.
We grow large quantities of the following vegetable plants because of the superior quality we can raise in this section:
ASPARAGUS (Palmetto). A South- ern variety of excellent quality. Early, large, prolific. Prices, two-year roots, SOC f0f 10; $1.00 tor 100,) 5,00. 101; 1000.
RHUBARB. Invaluable for pies, pastry and sauces. No home garden should be without a few good plants. Prices, strong roots, 75c for 10; $4.00 for 100.
A MODEL ORCHARD FROM OUR TREES
CHATTANOOGA NURSERIES:
Gentlemen:—I am so well pleased with my 500 Elberta Peach trees I bought of
you last. Spring, I want to let you know it. { I have cultivated the orchard to cotton except the tree rows, which The trees are from 5 to 6 feet high and doing the best I have
ground when set. I planted to navy beans.
ever seen, and I have been in the business all my life.
My trees were cut back almost to the
I have a model orchard, which
attracts attention and is only five months old. Others have set trees which cost them three times more than mine cost me, but I can show trees with them. Wishing you further success, I am Yours truly,
; S. T. Litre, Arkansas.
A FEW IMPORTANT SUGGESTIONS.
ORDER EARLY.—Don’t wait until it is time to plant. There is much to be done before planting if you wish to be entirely successful. On receipt of your order, we will send you, by return mail, full printed directions for growing every- thing you buy of us. We will tell you just how to prepare the soil, how and where to set the plants, how to cultivate them, how to keep them free from insects and disease; in short, how to insure success. While you are getting ready, we are getting the plants ready—getting them in the best possible condition—and we do our best to have them reach customers at the most favorable time for setting out; but this, of course, is not possible if orders are delayed until the last moment. “So we repeat, ORDER EARLY.
THE PLANTING SEASON.—In the South, planting, according to varieties and locality, may be done almost any time between October 15th and March 15th. Pot-grown plants can be sent and planted with safety until May 15th. As a rule, to which there are very few exceptions, trees, and those plants, bulbs and shrubs which bloom in the Spring, should be planted in the Fall, either Nerth or South. Summer and Autumn bloomers should be planted in the late Winter or early Spring. More explicit directions are given in the lists of varieties.
YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS.— Always write your full name plainly on the order sheet, giving your post office address (Town, County and State) and your nearest express office. Do this every time you write. |
TERMS.—While we prefer that cash accompany each order, our confidence in the superior merit of our plants, shrubs and trees is such that we are willing to ship orders to anyone who will give good commercial reference, with the under- standing that payment is to be made promptly after inspection has satisfied the purchaser that everything is exactly as represented.
HOW TO SEND MONEY.—Post office or express money orders, or checks (exchange) on Chattanooga or New York banks, are the safest ways, and money may be sent by either of these methods at our risk.
PRICES.—Vigorous, thrifty, sure-to-grow plants, such as we send out, cannct be scld for less than the prices we quote. Our invariable rule is “a square deal and your full money’s worth,’—not how many spindling plants we can offer for a dollar, regardless of whether they grow or not after planting. We make no charge for packing. So when you consider our prices, bear in mind that they are for the very best and thriftiest plants it is possible to grow, and that they include packing and delivery in first-class condition to the express company.
ERRORS.—We use the utmost care in filling orders, and always include extra plants, but during the rush season errors occasionally occur, and these we cheer- fully and promptly srectify if notified within five days after receipt of order. So keep a copy of your order and write us at once if anything is wrong.
GUARANTEE.—We guarantee all plants, bulbs, shrubs and trees bought of us to be healthy, vigorous and true to name, and furnish with each shipment health certificate from the State Entomologist; but we cannot assume responsibility in the event of failure to succeed after planting, as it is manifestly impossible for us to insure favorable weather, suitable soil, proper culture, or any other conditicn neces- sary to success.
OUR REFERENCES.—The Hamilton Trust and Savings Bank, or any other Chattanooga bank, or the R. G. Dun Mercantile Agency.
CHATTANOOGA NURSERIES,
Chattanooga, Tenn.
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INSECTICIDES AND FUNGICIDES.
The“‘most effective way to'destroy injurious insects and abolish fungous diseases is to use various sprays~S-lhére’ aie two types of insecticides—those which kill by
poisoning and those which kill by* destroying the insect. Of- the ldtter, ‘Coal Oil Emulsion. Upon ornamental plants, however, it is better to use the
is Paris Green. the Bordeaux Mixture.
Of the former the best The best general fungicide is
Ammoniacal Copper solution, as it does not discolor the foliage like the Bordeaux
Mixture.
PARIS GREEN. For insects which chew. Paris Green, 4 ounces; water, 50 to 75 gallons. If this mixture is to be used upon peach or other fruit trees, 1 pound of quicklime should be added. Paris Green and Bordeaux Mixture can be applied together with perfect safety. Use at the rate of 4 ounccs of the former to 50 gallons of the mixture.
COAL OIL EMULSION. Hard soap, 1% pound; boiling water, 1 gallon; coal oil, 2 gallons. Dissolve the soap in the water, pour in the coal oil and churn or beat together briskly with a paddle for at least ten minutes. Dilute ten to twenty- five times before applying. Use it strong for scale insects. Coal Oil Emulsion de- stroys insects which suck, as plant lice, mealy bugs, red spiders, thrips and scale. Tt will also kill cabbage worms, cater- pillars and all insects with soft bodies.
BORDEAUX MIXTURE. For rot, molds, mildew and fungous diseases. Sulphate of copper, 6 pounds; quick- lime, 4 pounds; water 40 to 50 gallons. Dissolve the copper by putting it into a cheese-cloth bag and hang this in an
We give below formulae for the four preparations mentioned. The in- gredients can be obtained of any druggist.
earthen or wooden vessel holding at least 4 gallons of water, so the water just covers it. Slack the lime in an equal quantity of water, then mix the two and add enough water to make 4o gallons. It is then ready for immediate use and will keep some time. If to be used on peach trees, it is advisable to add an extra pound of lime.
AMMONIACAL COPPER SOLU- TION. For the same purpose as Bor- deaux Mixture. Carbonate of copper, I ounce; enough aqua ammonia (standard strength) to dissolve the copper; water, 9 gallons. This Ammoniacal Copper So- lution should be put into bottles where it will keep indefinitely, and may be di- luted with water when desired for use.
SPRAYING OUTFITS. We are fre- quently asked by our customers to fur- nish the best spray pumps, nozzles, etc. Every fruit grower, particularly, should purchase a spraying apparatus.. They can now be had at a reasonable cost. Write us for description and prices of the most desirable kinds. We can save you delay and money.
BOOKS ON HORTICULTURE AND GARDENING.
All books sent postpaid at prices quoted.
FRUIT GARDEN. (Barry.) An in- valuable standard American work. $1.50.
FUNGI AND FUNGICIDES. (Weed.) The standard authority on plant dis- eases, their prevention and cure. $1.50.
GARDEN MAKING. (Bailey.) Sug- gestions for the improvement and plant- ing of home grounds. $1:50.
HORTICULTURIST’S RULE BOOK. (Bailey. ) A mine of invaluable infor- mation. 75¢.
INSECTS AND INSECTICIDES. (Weed.) As standard as Mr. Weed’s “Fungi and Fungicides.” $1.50.
ORCHARD BOOK. (Biggle.) Gives all necessary details for culture of apples, pears, etc. 50c.
CHATTANOOGA NURSERIES,
PEACH CULTURE. (Fulton.) The best book on the subject. $1.00.
PRINCIPLES OF FRUIT GROW: ING. (Bailey.) Describes the most ap- proved methods of American growers. $1.25.
ROSE CULTURE. (Ellwanger.) The standard American authority. $1.25.
SMALL FRUIT CULTURIST. (Ful- ton.) Covers the whole range of small TiS. ehh-OO:
STRAWBERRY CULTURE. (Ful- ton.) Teaches anyone how to grow their own strawberries successfully. 25c.
WOMAN’S HARDY GARDEN. (Ely.) The best garden book ever writ- ten. “SE 75;
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