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INDEX

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JUNIPERS Page

Andorra Juniper . 4

Bar Harbor Juniper . 4

Blue Moon Juniper . 13

Cannart Redcedar (Juniper) . 12

Chinese Juniper . 14

Colorado Juniper . 13

Column Chinese Juniper . 14

Golden Prostrate Juniper . 9

Goldtip Redcedar . 12

Hill Dundee Juniper . 8

Hill Silver Juniper . 13

Hill Waukegan Juniper . 4

Japanese Juniper . 5

Koster Juniper . 9

Meyer Juniper . 11

Moonlight Juniper . 13

Pfitzer Juniper . 6

Prostrate Juniper . 9

Redcedar Guniper) . 10

Sargent Juniper . 5

Savin Juniper . 7

Schott Redcedar (Juniper) . 12

Silver Glow Juniper . 13

Silver Redcedar Guttiper) . 11

Spiny Greek Juniper . 11

Swedish Juniper . 7

Vase Shaped Prostrate Juniper . 9

Von Ehron Juniper . 7

PINES

Austrian Pine . 15

Japanese Table Pine . 19

Mugho Pine . 16 and 17

Scotch Pine . 18

White Pine . 18

SPRUCES

American White Spruce . 22

Black Hill Spruce . 22

Colorado Blue Spruce . 21

Colorado Green Spruce . 21

Norway Spruce . 20

ARBORVITAES

American Arborvitae . 23

Douglas Golden Arborvitae . 25

Douglas Pyramidal Arborvitae . 24

Hill Pyramidal Arborvitae . 24

Ware Arborvitae (Siberian) . 25

Woodward Arborvitae . 24

HEMLOCK

Canada Hemlock . 26

FIRS

Concolor Fir . 28

Douglas Fir . 27

YEWS

Dwarf Japanese Yew . 29

Japanese Yew . 30

Japanese Spurge . 31

Rose Daphne . 31

Evergreen Hedges . 32

Leading Varieties of Medium Height Evergreens

Evergreens

Classified According to Habit of Growth

WE list below the leading varieties which we regularly grow. In every instance these varieties do not fall exactly into the different groups, but their habits of growth are more or less according to the group illustrated.

It must be understood that in¬ dividual trees under varying condi¬ tions may grow entirely different than the sketch illustrates. We realize the limitations of this chart, but feel that it will nevertheless be found handy as a reference.

This list will be a help to anyone who desires to include in his plantings an assortment of shapes in evergreens which will give a complete range in habit of growth, which the present demand for evergreens requires.

Tall Growing Evergreens

GROUP 1

Page

Canada Hemlock . 26

Douglas Fir . 27

Concolor or White Fir . 28

Black Hill Spruce . 22

White Spruce . 22

Norway Spruce . 20

Colorado Blue Spruce . 21

Austrian Pine . ’ . 15

White Pine . 18

Scotch Pine . 18

Group 1 Group 2 Group 3

GROUP 2

Chinese Juniper . 14

Redcedar . 10

Silver Redcedar . H

Spiny Greek Juniper . 11

Cannart Redcedar . 12

Goldtip Redcedar . 12

Schott Redcedar . 12

American Arborvitae . 23

Ware Arborvitae (Siberian) . 25

Japanese Yew . 30

Douglas Golden Arborvitae . 25

Narrow Pyramidal Evergreens

GROUP 3

Colorado Juniper . 13

Column Chinese Juniper (hlue) . 14

Column Chinese Juniper (green) . I4

Hill Dundee Juniper . 8

Hill Pyramidal Arborvitae . 24

Douglas Pyramidal Arborvitae . 24

Hill Silver Juniper . 13

Swedish Juniper . 7

Round or Globular Evergreens

GROUP 4

Hill Mugho Pine . I6

Dwarf Japanese Yew . 29

Japanese Table Pine . 19

Woodward Arborvitae . 24

Half Erect Evergreens

GROUP 5

Von Ehron Juniper . 7

Pfitzer Juniper . 6

Savin Juniper . 7

Prostrate Juniper . 9

Golden Prostrate . 9

Andorra Juniper . 4

Koster Juniper . 9

Meyer Juniper . n

Creeping Evergreens

GROUP 6

Sargent Juniper . 5

Bar Harbor Juniper . 4

Japanese Juniper . 5

Hill Waukegan Juniper . 4

LANDSCAPE SERVICE

Should you desire the services of a competent Land* scape Architect to assist you in the proper arrangement of your trees, we will gladly put you in touch with some one in your immediate locality* We are in direct com¬ munication with all the leading Landscape Architects and can easily refer you to some one best qualified to handle your problems*

AN INVITATION

to visit the nursery is extended to all tvho are interested in evergreens. The office is open on week days hut is closed Sundays except during planting season. Those com¬ ing from a distance may save some time and confusion by calling Dundee, Illinois, telephone 217, if they are coming by way of Chicago and we can give instructions as to how best to reach the nursery. Bus lines, electric lines and railroads are all within easy distance of our grounds. The map at the left shows our proximity to Chicago with some of the leading high* ways from Dundee to Chicago

1931 * CATALOG ' 1931 HILL’S EVERGREENS

EVERGREEN TREES A SPECIALTY

IN 1859 — 72 years ago — this advertisement of the Dundee Nursery carried the news “Evergreens a Specialty.” Two entire generations of the Hill family have passed away since this advertisement appeared, but evergreens today still re¬ main our exclusive product. Today nothing but Evergreens are produced in the more than six hundred acres of rich Illinois soil which comprises onr nursery.

AT THE

DUNDEE NURSERY

You can buy

EVERGREENS

FOR

ONE HALF CENT A PIECE.

The growing of European Larch and Ever¬ green Trees a specialty.

Send for Price List.

WILLIAM HILL.

^ill

Hlanuarp 17, 1847 — September 18, 1929

^incc our last catalog toas printcb toe rccorti fjere toiti) great sorroto, tlje passing atoap of iilr,

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B. ilRll Succeebeb to ttje otonerstjip anb man= agement of tl)e ifjill J^urserp in tlje earlp seben= ties, tlje nurserp Ijabing been prebiouslp estab= lisljeb in 1855 bp ®illiam Ijill, toljose earlp abbertisement appears abobe. Jfrom a small be= ginning B. i|ill built up a successful business founbeb on an earnest besire to merit a reputation for tjisbest qualitp, fair healing, anb specialising in (iJbergreen trees. Sltfjougtj jJlr. Ijill Ijab not been actibe in tlje management of tlje nurserp for seberal pears, tlje influence of Ijis ibeals for tlje conbuct of tlje business Ijas ober=sfjabotoeb its affairs.

ITbe actibe management of tlje nurserp toill be carrieb on as in tlje past, unber tlje birection of 9. ifj. i^ill toljo succeebs Ijis fatljer as presibent of tlje Companp.

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D. HILL NURSERY CO., DUNDEE, ILLINOIS

TERMS AND INFORMATION

When to Plant Hill’s Evergreens

THI'^RE are two seasons in which Evergreens can be transplanted — -spring ami fall. The spring planting season begins about the first of April and continues until early May. The time may vary somewhat from year to year, according to the weather conditions and the locality. The second season for transplanting starts about the middle of September and continues until the end of November.

OUR SHIPPING FACILITIES

( )n account of our close proximity to Chicago (the great railway center), we have direct access to all leading railroads. In most cases, specimen Evergreens dug with solid earth balls are shipped by Freight.

Business Terms

Prices. Prices in this catalog are FLO.B. Dundee, Illinois. There are no charges for packing or delivery to the railroad station. This catalog cancels all previous catalogs and price lists. Prices are subject to change without notice.

Rates. Five trees of same variety and size will be furnished at 10 rate, 50 of same variety and size at 100 rate.

Our responsibility. We exercise the greatest care to have all stock genuine and reliable and hold ourselves prepared to replace on proper proof all that proves untrue. In case of any error on our part, it is mutually agreed between the purchaser and ourselves that we shall not at any time be held responsible for a greater amount than the original price of goods.

Adjustments. Any errors or omissions in execution of orders will be satis¬ factorily adjusted if we are notified immediately upon receipt of goods.

Fir natural size)

Juniper (H natural size)

Terms of Payment — Cash with Order

Orders should be placed as soon as possible after receiving catalog, or before some varieties are sold out. We start spring shijjnients about Ajml 1, and continue on until early May. The nursery business is different from other lines in that orders are usually placed two or three months in advance of shipment. However, to induce early orders, we offer generous cash discounts which give you good interest on your money, as follows.

I. Cash Orders

Orders mailed in January, deduct 5% cash discount.

Orders mailed in February', deduct 4% cash discount.

Orders mailed in March, deduct 3% cash discount.

Orders mailed in April and Nlay, no discount.

(J^ur (guarantee

We guarantee that all goods purchased from us will reach you safely and in good condition, be found true to name and prove entirely satisfactory, or we cheer¬ fully refund money paid.

D. HILL NURSERY CO.

LEARN

TO DISTINGUISH EVERGREENS

Identification Made Easy with These Colored Pictures

Arborvitas (^2 natura size

Pine ( \'2 natural size

Yew ( ’2 natural size)

Spruce ( }-2 natural size)

Hemlock ( natural size)

D. HILL NURSERY CO., DUNDEE, ILLINOIS

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The Magic of the

EVERGREEN

Dear Friends:

WE welcome you into the brothcr- 1

hood of those who have learned the magic of Evergreens. Many of you who receive this 1931 catalog know the thrill that comes in the Spring when planting time arrives. Every normal person has a desire to garden in some form.

During these days of Garden Clubs and nation-wide interest in the improvement of home grounds, it has become almost a universal desire to plant something. Planting would doubtless be carried on even on a more extensive scale were information of interest to planters more easily accessable.

We give you in this catalog our best efforts to provide inspiration for planting Evergreens, suggestions for selection for various needs, pictures in natural colors to help you in choosing, and prices on trees of various

sizes. Prices on medium sized trees arc surprisingly low . Only a small investment will provide an attractive planting of Evergreen trees for you.

You can buy Hill Evergreens with full assurance of getting strong healthy trees, grown by Evergreen Specialists. Selection is not limited. Cost need no longer prevent your enjoyment of Evergreens. I give you my personal assur¬ ance of a square deal.

Your order will receive careful attention and our sincere apprecia¬ tion whether large or small.

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D. HILL NURSERY CO., DUNDEE, ILLINOIS

Andorra Juniper

(Jiinil>eriis communis iletnessa /i/umosti)

AN OUTSTANDING NEW VARIETY

OXE Ilf flic finest ever^Tcens reciMitly iiitrn- cliici'il, liniusilit nut tiy Andorra Xiirserics, Inc., Pliiladelpliia. It is a most satisfactoi'v low-yrowinji- \-ariety. It does not clini;; quite so closely to the ground a> some of the other creepiii”' forms. It lift' it' liranches ahoiit is inchi's off the yround, and for this reason, fills a somiuvliat different ne(‘d in land- .'cape work.

It' out'tandinii' feature is the unusual color, which i' well shown in the illustration at the riyht. As soon a' the frost comes in the fall, it chanji(‘s to a rich, l)nr])le-tironze color, ddiis is not the hrownish winter color some evei'iireens develop hut a real reddish- ))urple color, entirely distinct in this res])ect from all cN'erureens. 1 furing thi' spring and summer it is 1 iright green. It is still ran' and stocks are limited.

in to Pi inches XX 1 to 1 ' 2 fft't XX

I to I ’ 2 ft'ft XXX

I ■ 2 to 'J f(iet XXX

E.xeii 10

BAH S'i ‘-M s;'_>() ()()

HAH :f 25 .10 ()()

HAH ;'> 75 :;5 00

HAH 1 50 42.50

The contrasting color of the Andorra Juniper against a background of Silver Redcedar brings out the exquisite coloring of these remarkable trees in winter.

Hill Waukegan Jumper

(Jiinipertis horizontalis donglasi)

This is one of our own introductions to which we have given especial attention for a number of years. Its unique point of merit is its color. It takes on a winter hue, as shown in the iticture to the left. During the summer months, it is of a soft blue color.

Its foliage is composed almost entirely of the scale¬ like, or whipcord Juniper foliage. It is a contrast to the ]irickly, needle-shaped foliage of some of the other creepers.

Under usual conditions this tree does iu)t make so dense a growth as some of the others, f)ut density of growth is not always essential or desired.

EACH 10

1 to feet XX . HAH 14. 00 50

1 M to J feet XXX . HAH 4 75 45 00

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

A specimen of Hill Waukegan Juniper planted on a hillside.

Bar Harbor Juniper

(Ji<ni/)ern.s sahinu horizontalis)

I’hc iiictui’c at the right is a photogra])h taken at the ,\riiold .\rboretum, showing a style of ])laiding which is seldom seen exciqit in extensivi' grounils. This ]iicture illustrates the color of th(‘ tree' and general habit. It is, of course, also adai)ted to small areas, for usr‘ on terrace's or in rockiu'ies and in similar situations. .\s the name indicates, the native home of this \ariety is along the Coast of Maine, in the \ icinity of H.ar llarboi-. Centui'ies of exposure to the rock-bound and wind-swept coast of Maine make this tree unusually rugged.

It has sturdiness, hardiness and the most Ix'.autiful greenish blue color, as if it held for its own tlii' rellec- tion of the ocean waves. This trei' brought to your garden will bring with it some of tlu' lure of its native' home. .\ true creeiM'i', I'l'sting close to the gn.mnd. .\nieric,an |ilaiders are indebted to the Arnold Ar- boretnm for the introduction of this variety.

EACH 10

to IC feet XX . HAH SJ.UO .S27 . 50

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

Bar Harbor Juniper,

D. HILL NURSERY CO., DUNDEE, ILLINOIS

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Japanese Juniper

(Jitni7)erus /<(/)onic'<i)

This variety dil'fer.s from the otlier ereepinji juni]X'rs in the texture of its foliage and in its color, which is a very decided bright grayish- blue. It has sharp, jiointed leaves.

It reaches 10 to 12 feet in diameter, but can be kejit smaller by trimming. It never grows over S to 12 inches high. This tree does exceptionally well in a shady location, much Itetter than some of the other creeping junipers. It also thrives in the sun. It is a fairly rapid grower and one which is exceptionally vigorous and robust. e.\ch 10

1 to H 2 feet XX . 13^ to 2 feet XXX

2 to 234 feet XXX

B&B $2 . 75 $25 . 00 BikB 3.75 35 00 B&B 4 75 45 00

Sargent Juniper

(Juniperiis sargenti)

This is a sea-shore junii)er discovered by Sar¬ gent in northern Japan, about 1S02. It forms a prostrate mat, S to 10 feet across when fully developed, but, like all ilwarf evergreens, may be kejit smaller by trimming. It never reaches more than a few inches in height.

In order to produce an effect as shown in the jneture below, a number of trees must be grown together. In fact, practically all plantings of creeping evergreens should have not less than three or four trees set (piite close together so as to give a mat-like ai)pearance. A distance of two to three feet apart is not tf)o close'.

This is a rare variety of distinct character, which will help to lift your evergreen planting out of the com¬ monplace. It likes plenty of sun. Foliage is bright green, when first coming out, taking on a bluish cast as the season progresses. An e.xtremely hardy type which will do well in poor soil. each 1(1

10 to 12 inches XX . BAB .$2.75 .$25.00

1 to H 2 feet XX . BAB 3,25 30.00

H2to 2 feet XXX . BAB 4.25 40,00

Sargent Juniper growing in the Arnold Arboretum at Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts.

This is a specimen of Japanese Juniper on our nursery grounds. It has a diameter of about 5 feet and it is 10 to 12 inches high.

To transform a level and bare piece of ground into such a delight to the eye. is the privilege of any home owner. Designs may be simple or intricate, of small cost or considerable expense, to suit any purse or pur¬ pose. Dwarf Evergreens are ideal for such gardens. Creeping forms, semi prostrate varieties and some taller sorts for backgrounds, are all pleasing and important parts of the picture. Visitors to the nursery will enjoy seeing this garden which is on the grounds of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Hill.

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D. HILL NURSERY CO., DUNDEE, ILLINOIS

A simple foundation planting consisting of two Pfitzer Juniper and four American Arborvitae may be purchased as low as $8.75 for the entire planting,

selecting small trees from this page and from page 23.

Pfitzer Juniper

Pfitzer Juniper

Uuniperus chinensis pfitzeriana)

A FEW YEARS AGO this remarkable tree was /\ almost unknown, yet it is today in the front X ^rank of ornamental evergreen trees. It was originated in Pfitzer’s Nursery near Berlin, Germany, and introduced to the trade by Ludwig Spaeth, famous German nurseryman and horticulturist. Our original trees were obtained direct from him.

Its great popularity is due to its ability to thrive in all parts of the country and under almost any con¬ ditions of soil or exposure. It is an important tree in the far South and also a perfect grower in the ex¬ tremely cold sections of the country. It is one of the few evergreens that will stand considerable shade, making it of use on the north side of buildings where many varieties are not satisfactory.

The usual i)ractice in growing this tree in nurseries is to allow the tree to form a low, broad, irregular form. By training the tree upward and staking it in the nursery, all of our trees assume a more upright habit, as shown in the colored picture at the left. They thus serve more uses in landscape work.

There is some variation in color and texture of foliage. Some strains are bluish in color and fine in texture. We have developed a strain which is a deep green color with a grayish cast and having a strong, vigorous type of foliage.

		KACH	10
1 to 13^ feet XX . .	. B&B	$1.85	$17.00
13^ to 2 feet XX . .	. B&B	2.50	22 . 50
13^ to 2 feet XXX .	. B&B	4.00	37 . 50
2 to 23^ feet XXX .	. B&B	5.25	50.00
23^ to 3 feet XXX .	. B&B	6.25	60.00

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

D.HILL NURSERY CO., DUNDEE, ILLINOIS

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In the Hill Nursery, the Savin Juniper is a leading variety. More than 25,000 trees are available this year in the sizes shown below.

Savin Juniper in right foreground. Other trees in the group are Blue Spruce and Cannart Redcedar.

Savin Juniper

(Junifjei'ns sahinci)

Alow, inany-l)raiiched shrub, usually ^'rowing not over 2 or 3 feet high, but sometimes reach- . iug a larger size in old trees. Its branches are spreading, dense, thickly covered with branchlets and heavily clothed with short, tufted foliage.

It is a native tree in the lf)wer Alps, also in the Pyrenees ALjuntains and in Greece.

The color is dark green at all seasons of the year.

Its berries are blackish-puri)le or dark violet in color, some smooth and shining, some glaucous f)r powdery, all of them small, round, or oval, about the size of small currants.

Planted 4 to 6 feet apart, it forms an excellent border to larger evergreens in the background. It is also desirable as a low tree in foundation groups and beds of evergreens in general. It does well in smoky atmosphere. Can be easily trimmed and kept small.

EACH 10

1 to feet XXX . B&B .fk.OO .S27..oO

to 2 feet XXX . B&B 3 .50 32 .50

Swedish Juniper

(Juniperus communis stiecica)

An old favorite variety of extremely columnar form, having gz’ayish-green, jzrickly needles. A most compact grower, reaching, eventually, 10 to 12 feet, with a diameter at the l>ase of only 12 to lo inches. A gf)od tree ff)r formal uses. Can be kejit small by trimming.

EACH 10

1 to 13^ feet XX . B&B $2.00 .$17.50

1 3/^ to 2 feet XX . B&B 3 . 00 27 .50

Five of the same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indi¬ cates one transplanting. B86B signifies balled and burlapped.

Von Ehron Juniper

Von Ehron Juniper

{Juniperus sahina von ehron)

An interesting and rare variety very seldom seen in nurseries. It has a very compact, izretty, low form, Izearing both juvenile and adzilt foliage. Branches are upright and wide- spreading. Has a tendency to make very irregular growth so that it is very picturesque and thus especially suited for .Japanese Gar¬ dens and rockeries.

EACH 10

1 top 2 feet XX.. B&B .«3.2.5 .$30.00

lGlo2 feet XX . B&B 3 7.5 3.5.00

“Oh, here's a ^lee to the cedars.

Our staunch old friends and true!

What boots the snow, when wild winds blow. For never a change do the cedars know All the long years through.

“A toss of my cap to the Cedars!

The lovingest trees that be.

The time tides roll and the seasons veer.

Yet tender, sweeter, year by year.

My Cedars are true to me.”

Swedish Junipers used as a border

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D. HILL NURSERY CO., DUNDEE, ILLINOIS

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Hill Dundee Juniper

{Juniperus virg. pyramidaformia hilli)

DrPvI\(; tlu- process of oTowiiiK millions of evergreens in a lar^e ever¬ green nursery, many variations in trees are found. Never a season ijoes hy hut one or more tree's f)f some outstanding characteristic arc observed. Some of these' tree's are found to revert te» their original type, others develop unelesirabh' features, but eence in a great while a tree eef true merit is found. Such is the Dunelee .Iunij)er. The original tree was noticeel in the nursery row because of its most unusual winter color. This tree was transplanted to our trial grounds and watched for sc'veral seasons. A few grafts were made and wer(' ])lanted in the nursery. Gradually a few trees were grown and from this small Ix'ginning, a new variety was born.

Th(' sumnu'r color of this tree is grayish-green, the winter color a plum color a- shown in the color plate. The original trees are now about 12 feet in height and give evidence of making but little more growth.

E.\(H 10 E.\CH 10

1 fo 1’., feet XX.. .H&B .13.00 .127.50 23^ to 3 feet xxx..B&B $0.25 $60.00

li2to2 feetxx. B&B 3.75 35.00 3 to 3I2 feet xxx..B&B 8.75 85 00

2 to 2G feet XX. . . Be%B 4 25 40 00 3]^ to 4 feetxxx. B&B 9.75 95.00

Five of the same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

Hill Dundee Juniper

A"

Who has not stood in rapture in a woodland dell where the shadows lie so deep and where a babbling brook rests for a moment in a rock-edged pool, before it goes chattering on again? The modern rock garden or pool or Japanese Garden, or whatever you may choose to make, satisfies the desire that most of us have for ‘ a garden," a place to watch and develop and grow to love. Thereis no model for a garden. You must make it to please yourself.

D. HILL NURSERY CO., DUNDEE, ILLINOIS

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Prostrate Juniper

(Jtinif>ertts communis depressu)

FAST GROWING— DWARF

This is a rather low-spreading jdant, exteiuliiig along the surface of the ground, often to a dis¬ tance of 7 to S feet in every direction. The ex¬ tremities of the branches are usually ascending, Init rarely to a greater height than 3 feet. The leaves are sharp-pointed, gray-green, marked on the uppt'r sur¬ face by broad white bands, light silvery beneath.

It is a very vigorous, many-stemmed tree, at home on sandy or gravelly hillsides fully exjjosed to the sun. It grows rapidly but may be kept small by trimming.

It grows native over a wide area in eastern and northern America and varies somewhat in its habit, according to the l<.)cality. We obtain our seed from Wisconsin as we find this produces the best type. Planted 3 to 4 feet apart in a massed border, it forms an excellent frontage to a group of larger conifers.

The berries are globular, smooth, shining, and dark

purple in color, “azure studded 13^ to 2 feet XX .	7 7 . B&B	EACH $2 . 00	10 $17.. 50
2 to 23^ feet XXX .	B&B	3 50	32	. 50
23^ to 3 feet XXX .	B&B	4 25	40	00
3 to 33^ feet .XXX .	B&B	5 . 75	00	00
Five of same variety and size at 10	rate. Each x indicates	one

transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

Golden Prostrate Jumper

(Junipertts communis depressa aurea)

The golden form is very similar in habit to the green variety; the foliage, however, is a brilliant golden color, brightest in the spring and darkening during the year.

E.WH 10

10 to 12 inches XX . B&B .12.25 .120.00

1 to 134 feet XX . B&B 3.25 30.00

13^ to 2 feet XXX . B&B 3.75 35 00

Vase-Shaped Prostrate Juniper

Neu’ Hill Introduction

These trees are grown from a selected specimen of peculiar upright, vase shaped halht, discovered in our nursery a few years ago. The trees are projiagated from grafts. They make specimens of distinct habit different from the seedling form.

EACH 10

1 to 13^ feet XX . B&B $3.25 .$30.00

13^ to 2 feet XXX . B&B 3.75 35 00

Koster Juniper

Uuniperus virginiana kosteri horizoittalis)

A rare tree of very unusual character, as shown in illustration at the right. It is gaining popularity be¬ cause of its peculiar habit of growth. The branches spread out horizontally making it a fine addition to the rock garden to hang over rocks, as well as for use in low growing Evergreen i)lantings. It is very hardy, bluish green in color. Can be kept small by trimming.

10 to 12 inches xx .

1 to 1 3^ feet XX .

to 2 feet XXX

2 to 234 feet XXX

	EACH	10
B&B	$2 00	$17. 50
B&B	2 25	20.00
B&B	3 . 50	32.50
B&B	5 25	50 . 00

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

Hillside planting of Prostrate Juniper — Golden Prostrate Juniper in foreground in Highland Park, Rochester, N. Y,

KOSTER JUNIPER (Junip. virg. kosteri horizontalis)

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Redcedar used at a gateway.

Redcedar

Uuniperus I’irginiana)

The Redcedar is America’s best advertised evergreen. Nature planted it over almost all the North American continent. From the land of snow and ice, down through to the far South, it is found in one form or another — tall and narrow trees, low and bushy trees, and all intermediate shapes are found in various localities. The type shown in this picture is the narrow, compact, pyramidal type.

As winter comes on, the tips of the new foliage present a pinkish ajipearance and make a very beauti¬ ful picture. The early spring color is very bright green, gradually darkening during the summer.

Redcedar often grows naturally in gravelly hill¬ sides, and is e.xcellent for planting in poor, sandy soils. It is not a fast grower as compared with some of the Pines and Spruces, l)ut makes, under favorable conditions, an annual growth of about eight inches.

It is interesting to note that from this tree various other varieties of Junipers are produced by grafting, including Juniperus glaucM, ./. Cannartli, J. Schottii, and J . elegantissima , mentioned in the following pages.

The wood of Redcedar is an important commercial product. It is especially noted for its ability to resist the effects of moisture. It is also notable for its fragrance, which helps to prevent the attacks of moths and, in consecpience, it is much used for closets and chests.

In season the tree bears bright blue and silvery berries containing the seeds which require, under natural conditions, two or three years to germinate. The berries are a great attraction to birds.

Redcedar can l)e trimmed intn any shape nr size, which makes it desirable for hedges

locations	rcfiuiring	trees that will
aiii small.		EACH	10
to 2 feet XX	BAH	$ 2.25	$ 20.00
to feet XX	. B&B	2 . 00	27 . 50
to feet XXX	BAB	7 25	70 00
to 11 feet XXX	BAB	10 25	100 00
to 7 feet XXX	. . . BAB	12 . 50	120.00

Five of the same variety and size at the 10 rate. Each X indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

Redeedars are appropriate for the taller trees used in foundations, en¬ trances and corners of the house. When they have a good sunny location they are fast growers and will quickly make a good showing.

As a lawn tree they provide an interest¬ ing contrast to the usual forms of trees

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Silver Redcedar

S V

(Jiinilieriis I'irainiima gluiica)

THM most pojjular variety of Ki'dcedar is the Silver Kedec'dar. The slaueous lilue color, esi)ecially attractive duriiifi; tlie spring growing season, makes it very desirable, adding color contrast for landscape work. The growth is (pute rapid, tlu- long, sknider branchlets pn.idncing a gracefnl effect.

Different methods of trimming ])roduce trees decidedly difteri'iit in apjjearance. In the Hill Nursery, we trim the trees qinte severely during the early stages of growth, thereby stiffening the branches ami making the trees comi)act and luuform. Some planters jirefer the mor(> open growth, but in either case it fits in remarkatdy well in groups of other varieties. The ultimate size is 15 to 20 feet, although it may be maintained at much smaller size l;)y trimming.

Silver Rc'dcedar thrives over a wide range of territory. It makes an excellent tree in the south, and thrives wonderfully well in the vicinity of New Orleans. In colder climates, as far north as Minneapolis, it forms an important item in the list of hardy evergreens.

E.XCH 10

134 to 2	feet XX .	. B&B	.•ss.oo	$27.	.■>()
2	to 2	feet XX .	. B&B	3.25	30	00
2	to 3	feet XXX .	B&B	0.25	(iO	.00
3	to 4	feet XXX .	. B&B	7.75	75	.00
4	to 5	feet xxx .	. B&B	11 (10	105	.00
5	to (.1	feet xxx .	. B&B	12.50	120	00

Meyer Juniper

(Juniperiis sqiiamata meyeri)

A NEW NOVELTY OE UNUSUAL MERIT

HE late Frank N. Meyer, plant explorer of the U. S. Depart¬ ment of Agriculture, found this tree in China. The original trees were distributed by the United States Government. It has also been called “Fish-back .luniper.”

It has a most unusual color and habit. The leaves are ])hunp, pointed and prickly, and of bright, shining blue cohir. The foliage appears of difl'erent colors when viewed from various angles. There are distinct tones of green, white and pinkish-red, making it the most striking in color of any evergi’een. It grows in an irregular form, us shown in picture below.

It makes an ideal planting for the rockery or around a pool. It never fails to attract attention and wall prove a .source of great interest in your evergreen plantings.

Only a few trees are now available.

EACH 10

10 to 12 inches XX . B&B .'54.25 .‘540. 00

1 to 114 feet XX . B&B 5.00 47.50

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped

Silver Redcedar

Spiny Greek Juniper

(Junipertis excelsa stricta)

This beautiful variety forms a tall, dense, narrow, conical head, tapering gradually from the ground to a .sharp terminal point, and is of a fine glaucous color.

The growth is slow so that the tree is well adajAed for foundation plantings, rock gar¬ dens, or other situations where small or dwarf trees are reciuired.

EACH 10

10 to 12 inches XX . B&B .f2.25 $20.00

1 to D4 feet XXX ... B&B 2.75 25.00

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

Spring Greek Juniper at left

Meyer Juniper at right

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From left to right Goldtip Redcedar, Schott Redcedar, Cannart Redcedar.

Cannart Redcedar

(Jtiniperiis I’irginiana cannarti)

TH IS is a ])yraniidal, compact grower of medium size, reacliiiig 15 to 20 feet, ^^'itll only a few moment’s trimming each si)ring, it can be kept at any size wanted. It has rich green, heavilj" tufted foliage. Some trees bear blue and silver berries, which adhere late in autumn and are greatly enjoyed tyy

13A to 2 feet XX .	. B&B	«3 . 00	$27 . 50
2 to 23.^ feet XX .	B&B	3 25	30.00
2 to 3 feet xxx .	. B&B	6 . 25	60.00
3 to 4 feet x.xx .	. B&B	7.75	75.00
4 to 5 feet xxx .	. B&B	S.75	S5 . 00

Schott Redcedar

{Juniperus virginiana schotti)

A ])yramidal variety differing from its mother plant, the Redcedar, principally in its light yellowish-green color. It does not change color in winter but keeps its bright green foliage throughout the year. The growth is compact and symmetrical and it stands trimming well. Reaches 15 to 20 feet.

E.\CH 10

1 ’ 2 to 2 feet .XX . B&B $3 . 00 .*27 . 50

2 to 23^ feet XX . B&B 3 25 30.00

Goldtip Redcedar

Uuniperus virginiana elegantissima)

Goldtip Redcedar never fails to bring forth an exclamation of delight from anyone who views it for the first time. It comes out in spring with rich cream colored tips which gradually darken during the summer and fall until it l)ecomes almost the color of old gold.

It eventually reaches 10 to 15 feet. The branches have a slightly drooping tendency.

Alien small it forms a rather irregular spreading tree, but has a tendency to gradually take on a liyramidal habit. It deserves a place among the more choice and rare varieties for the finer landscape |)lantings.

EACH 10

1 to feet XX . B&B .S3. 75 S35.00

1 3A to 2 feet xx . B&B 4 . 25 40 . 00

2 " to 2 1.^ feet xxx . B&B 5.25 .50.00

Five of same variety and size at the 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

A winter’s drive through Highland Park in Rochester, New York, is no less interesting than the same road in summer. It is winter that makes us appreciate evergreens. When other trees have lost their leaves and stand shivering in the cold and snow, the warm green colors of the evergreens give cheer and color to the winter landscape.

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Hill Silver Juniper

(Junipertis scoptilorinn hilli)

This is a selected form of striking light hhu' foliage. It is the whitest blue Juniper obtain¬ able. The .silvery foliage is magnificent as it s])arkles in the sun. The colf)r is brightest in the sum¬ mer months but it is attractive at all seas{ms.

The specimens shown in this jiicture are growing on our nurseiy grounds, where they are greatly admired.

This form was discovered in the black Hills liy Air. D. Hill many years ago, luit has only been on the market for a few years.

E.\cn 1(1

1}/^ to 2 feet XX . . B&B S3. 7.5 ,S3o.0()

2 to 2}/2 feet xx . B&B 4 , 50 42 . 50

234 to 3 feet XXX . B&B 6.25 60.00

SILVER GLOW JUNIPER

A very narrow type, with branches growing almost vertically. Never spreads out more than IS inches. xVn attractive silvery l)lue color.

EACH 10

1 to 13^ feet XX . B&B .S2.75 .S25.00

13^ to 2 feet XX . B&B 3.25 30.00

2 to 234 feet XX . B&B 3.75 35 00

MOONLIGHT JUNIPER

Extremely blue. All whip-cord foliage. No needles. Spectacular novelty.

EACH 10

1 3^ to 2 feet XX . B&B .S3 . 75 $35 . 00

BLUE MOON JUNIPER

Broad in'ramid. Silvery-ltlue color. Fine delicate foliage.

EACH 10

1 3^ to 2 feet XX . B&B $3.25 $30 . 00

Colorado Juniper

(Juniperits scopiilortim)

This is the seedling form which produces a variation in habit and color. The cohjr ranges from green to light blue, most trees having a silvery-blue color. The color is more [wonounced during hot, dry weather.

The Colorado .Juiii]ier is narrow, compact and symmetrical. It has one single stem, in contrast to some varieties of Junipers with several stems. This makes it safe from heavy snows and wind. The inner foliage remains a good, healthy color through the tree.

The Colorado .luniper can be used anywhere that Junipers are needed in landscaping. In foundation })lanting, border, groups, masses or individually, it can be planted with good taste. Its narrow habit of growth also makes it desirable in formal iJantings or wherever a narrow Evergreen is needed.

1 to 13^ feet XX .

13^ to 2 feet XX .

2 to 23^ feet XXX

3 to 33^ feet XXX

	EACH	10
B&B	$2 . 25	$20 . 00
B&B	2 . 75	2.5 . 00
B&B	3 . 2.5	30 00
B&B	6 . 25	60 . 00

Five of same variety and size at the 1 0 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

Hill Silver Juniper (Juniperus scopulorum hilli)

How strange it is that out of these bar¬ ren lulls can spring trees of such beauty. In surroundings such as these unfruitful, rocky cliffs and ravines in the bad lands of the Black Hillsof South Dakota is th(> home of the magniticc'iit Silver Juniper. It is called Colorado Juniper because its range extends into Colorado and other western states. But in the Black Hills, trees of the most striking b(>auty are found. In these hills w(' have found occasional tn>es of unusual merit which we have pro])agated and are now growing. In the fall berries begin to apii(‘ar, some of tlumi clear sky- blue, othc'rs darker, and silver colored. The Ix'rries, 3 x inch in diameter, are bf)rne abundantly and are v(>ry attractive to the song-birils.

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Chinese Juniper

(Jtiniperus chinensis)

Only recently is the true merit of this tree being realized and its popularity greatly in¬ creased. As shown in the ))icture, there is considerable variation in the outline of the tree among different speci-

( )f all the Iree.s which Ciiina ha.s con- trihut ed to otir use iiere in America, tiie Ciiinesc .Juniper is one of tiie most im¬ portant. It is tiie motiier plant of a numlier of important ornamental vari¬ eties, including tiie Pfitzer .Juniper. Tliis iiicture, furnislied us tiirougli tiie courtesy of tiie late Dr. Ernest l\'ilson. sliows a specimen growing in its native Cliine.se soil.

Five of same variety and size at Id rate. Each X indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and bur- lapped.

Chinese Juniper.

mens. 'I'lic majority of the trees run broader and bushier, like the larger specimen in the ])icture.

A description of the actual growing habit would not apjtly, of course, to every plant. .\.s a gt'iieral rule, plants run about 15 to 20 feet in height, with a diameter of three feet, d’lie leaves are lance-shaiied, sliarji, ))ointed, channelled on the upj)er side and convex below, sometimes very glaucous or bright green, wliile some of the needles have very short, scale-like formations, common in .Junipers.

It b('ar.s lioth juvenile and adult foliage, having both masculine and feminine hu’ins, some of which have been sei)arate(l, named and reiiroduced by grafting. The berries are small, about the size of currants, of glaucous, violet-brown color when ripe.

It is comparative!}' rapid in growth, growing 8 to 12 inches a year when established.

EACH 10

1 to D 2 feet XX . B&B .fl.75 .flS.OO

iy>i(>2 feet xxx . B&B 3.00 27.50

2 to 3 feet xxx . B&B 4 00 37.50

3 to 1 feet xxx . B&B 5.25 50 00

Column Chinese Juniper

(Juniperiis chinensis pyramidalis)

This e.xtremely narrow, columnar tree was first discovered in China by the late Frank X. Meyer, plant explorer sent out by the U. S. Department of Agriculture. The tree in this picture is one growing in governmental grounds near Washington, U. C. It shows the true character of the tree when it reaches full development. Small l)lants, when received from the nursery, do not have so narrow a form, but develop the narrow shape as they grow older. There are two distinct forms of this tree, one having green foliage, the other, blue foliage. The illustration below shows the blue type.

This tree reaches, approximately, 20 feet in height when fully grown. It is a tree which is in demand to fill certain needs in landscape work, such as formal plantings, sentinels or accent trees. It will do well in almost any situation except in a too shady location or damp ground.

BLUE FORM

13^ to 2 feet XX . B&B

2 to 2]/2 feet xx . B&B

2 to 3 feet xxx . B&B

3 to 4 feet xxx . B&B

QREEN FORM

1 to 13^ feet XX . E&B

3 to 4 feet xxx . B&B

EACH

13.00

3.50

6.25

8.25

«3.00

8.25

10

S27 . 50 32 . 50 60.00 80.00

S27 . 50 80.00

Column Chinese Juniper.

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Austrian Pine 1 to 2 feet. Good, strong, thrifty trees like this will quickly develop into sizable trees.

Austrian Pine

(Finns nigra)

The leaves are two in a sheath, straight and slender, from 4 to 5 inches long, and of such a deep rich green color that it is known in some parts of the world as the “Black Pine.” No tree shows snch remarkable resistance to the trying conditions of city planting. Coal gas and smoky atmospheres have little effect on its growdh. It is a tree ecpially satisfactory for seashore planting and for inland.

In old trees planted in the open, the diameter of the branch-spread often nearly ecpials the height of the tree, but in the native forests of Austria and other parts of Europe it makes a tall tree often over lOU feet high. Annual growth has been observed to be, under favorable conditions, from 12 to 18 inches or more.

Sixty years ago Josiah Hoopes in his “Book of Evergreens” makes this reference to the qualities of Austrian Pine and the record of over half a century bears out his observations. “We desire to advocate the Austrian Pine for planting wherever a strong, hardy evergreen is desired. In groups or for avenues in particular situations, it is one of the most desirable trees at our command.”

BACH 10

1 to 1 feet XX .	. B&B	,$1.3.5	$12	00
134 to 2 feet XX .	. B&B	1.85	17	.00
2 to 234 feet X.XX .	. . B&B	3.25	30	,00
234 to 3 feet XXX .	. B&B	4.75	45	.00
3 to 334 feet XX.X .	. B&B	8.25	80	.00

Five of the same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

Austrian Pine makes an idea specimen lawn tree.

BOOKS ABOUT EVERGREENS

Address the Book Department,

D. HILL NURSERY COMPANY Dundee, Illinois

“Hardy Evergreens”

by Frank A. Schrepfer. Postpaid — $1.35

This is a new book, written in a very practical way so that it contains a great deal of valuable information. It is described as a iiractical handbook on evergreens, exclusive of the broad¬ leaved species.

“Cultivated Evergreens”

by L. H. Bailey. Postpaid — -$3.00

One of the few books on conifers. Includes information f)n landscape gartlening, jiropaga- tion, cultivation and adaptation for different sections, as well as a description of insects, dis¬ eases and injuries. 434 pages.

“Foundation Planting”

by Leonard H. Johnson — $3.50

The finest work yet iniblished covering the use of evergreens for ff)undation work. 2.')() pages, contains hundreds of illustrations and heljiful suggestions.

“Evergreens for the Small Place”

by F. F. Rockwell. Postpaid — $1.15

A new 1028 book, exceptionally well prei)ar('d and containing valuatde material. Everyone interested in evergreens should ol)tain this book.

“Conifer Comments”

is the title of a 7()-page booklet containing ])rac- tical informatk)!! about culture of evergreens, jireparcd by the I). Hill Nursery Company, Sent upon receipt C)f 10 cents in stam])s to cover ef)st of mailing.

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DUNDEE, ILLINOIS

D. HILL NURSERY CO., DU N D EE , ILLINOIS

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The Leading Dwaif Evergreen

A very old specimen of Mugho Pine growing in Yorkville New York. Height approximately seven feet. Diameter about fifteen feet.

A novel arrangement for youf entrance walk. Mugho Pine kept trimmed low.

HILL MUGHO PINE

Qenuine True Dwarf Type

The old definition “Short and stout and round-about, fits the Hill Mugho Pine. The growth is dense and the iilants are thickly covered with heavy, dark green needles. The various pictures on this page will give a good idea of some of the ^•arions uses to which this tree may be put and the ditferent habits

Hill Mugho Pine is grown from a selected strain of seed which iiroduces the true, many-stemmed, low-branched, dwarf type. In a very limited locality in the mountains of central Europe the seed of this true type is gathered. It is a mountain plant which grows high u]) on the mountain sides.

Through the most vigilant efforts, each year, when a crop of seeds is available, we obtain seeds direct from this source, although it costs

Beds of small Mugho Pine in the nursery.

eight to ten times more than that of the usual type ( Itlier forms of mountain Pines are found elsewhere, but, as far as is known, no other locality produces a tyiie like the Hill Mugho Pine.

It seldom grows over 4 to 5 feet tall, but siireads out 6, 8 or more feet in diameter when full grown. Hy annual shearing it can be kept as small as desired; in fact, the trees shown in the bed planting on this page were kept for several years at a height of not more than 8 inches and 3 feet in diameter.

It does not have one main stem or trunk, Init numerous stems which branch out close to the ground, s])reading horizontally and then turning upward in even, regular growth.

The color is deep green in summer and winter. It is free from insects or pests of any kind, and will grow in almost any location.

Hill Mugho Pine is a tree which is fairly tolerant of shade and it will grow on the north side or the shady side of a building quite successfully. It is without question the outstanding dwarf evergreen tree for all-round uses.

EACH 10

10 to 12 inches XX . B&B $1.35 $12.00

12 X 12 inches XXX . B&B 1.85 17.00

15 X 15 inches XXX . B&B 2 35 22.50

18 X 18 inches XXX . B&B 3.25 30.00

In the Hill Nursery the Mugho Pine is the leading dwarf evergreen. Trees are produced in immense quantities. They are strong, thrifty growers, as shown in this picture.

A specimen of Mugho Pine dug with ball of earth and tied with burlap ready to ship to you.

Mugho Pine growing in Minneapolis in a foundation planting. These have been allowed to grow more upright without much trimming.

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Scotch Pine

(Pimis sylvestris)

Scotch Pine is a dependable tree for poor soil, where it will thrive in spite of soil conditions It will also grow equally well in a better location.

This well-known tree, though tall, seldom grows straight, and the branches shoot out rather obliquely. The bark is rough and cracked, and the leaves are short, pungent, concave on the upper surface, convex on the under, and of a pale green color.

The rapidity of growth, great hardiness and the facility with which it may be grown on almost all soils has rendered this tree a great favorite. However, it i^refers a cool, graved}^ subsoil that is well drained and will then form a handsome tree. It always inclines more to the jiicturesque than to the beautiful.

EACH 10

13^ to 2 feet XX . B&B $1.15 $10.00

4 to 5 feet xxx . B&B 5.25 50 . 00

5 to 6 feet xxx . B&B 7.75 75.00

White Pine

(Finns strobns)

The White Pine is the largest of all conifers native to the eastern part of the United States. The crowns of mature White Pines in mixed forests conspicuously overtoj) the surrounding hardwoods.

It readily adapts itself to both dry and moist soils, for it is found on the poorest and driest sand, and on steep, rocky slopes, and also on moist, clay flats and river bottoms. White Pine can endure considerable shade for a number of years, but as it becomes older it requires more and more light for its development.

It grows rapidly, and has long, flexible needles, whitish beneath.

EACH 10

13^ to 2 feet XX . B&B .$2 . 25 .$20 00

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and buriapped.

In this group are tall-growing sorts in assortment. Concolor Fir, Blue Spruce and Pines are grouped together, but rather too closely for a permanent planting.

White Pine.

D. HILL NURSERY CO., DUNDEE, ILLINOIS

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Japanese Table Pine

(Finns tanyosha glohosa) INTERESTING DWARF FORM

Dll’ARF forms among the Pines are not ninner- ons. This one is esijecially valuable liecause of its uni(iue habit, entirely distinct from other evergreens. It grows on a short, stout trunk, branching out evenly in numerous branches, forming a flat, table-like top.

It has an attractive light green color with charac- teri.stic long, slim needles, soft and flexible. Our original trees were imported some years ago from .Jai)an. It is reproduced by grafting.

For use in rockeries or among dwarf evergreens, it has a peculiar style of its own. An uncommon variety which will appeal to lovers of new and interesting subjects in their plantings.

Old trees develop a spread of three to four feet, but it remains only about two feet in height at the most.

EACH 10

1 foot XX . B&B S2 . 75 $25 . 00

18x18 inches xxx . B&B 6 . 25 GO . 00

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

What Can Be Done By Trimming

Few evergreens will grow exactly in the shape and nature desired. A great deal can be done by trimming. Trimming not only helps to keep trees within bounds, but greatly improves the general appearance. Except where necessary it is better to avoid closely trimmed, formal bjoking specimens. In the sketches some idea of results of trimming is shown.

ENTRANCE PLANTING COLLECTION

Japanese Table Pine.

This unique and attractive planting may be duplicated on your grounds with the following- trees.

Key for planting shown in colored picture

at the right.

(1) 2 Woodward Globe Arborvitae . 15x15"

(2) 2 Douglas Golden Arborvitae . 2 to 23^'

(■i) 2 Hill Alugho Pine . 15x15"

(4) 2 Hill Waukegan Juniper . 1 to Ij^'

(5) 1 Globosa Arborvitae . 1.5x15"

(6) 4 Cannart Redcedar . 2 to .3'

(7) 2 Black Elill Spruce . 2 to 3'

(8) 1 Redcedar . 4 to 5'

(9) 4 Pfitzer Juniper . ij^ to 2'

(10) 2 Japanese Yew . 1 to IH'

(11) 1 Chinese Juniper . 3 to 4'

(12) 2 American Arljorvitae . 3 to 4'

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Specimen of Norway Spruce.

®reeg

^upplp tt)c Xmas Crcc iiHarkct in Hour llocalitp Ujitl) ii?omc=(ir^roton tErccs

can easily grow a plantation of Xmas Trees to supply your loeal market. Small, transplanted sizes of Norway Spruce rapidly grow into money. Each year wild trees are getting scarcer and it will be only a few seasons until the cutting of wild trees will he prohibited. You can start selling in three or four years at Si eaeh and up.

^ent) for prices anb complete information

Norway Spruce

(Picea excelsa)

Ot't'.R larjce section.s of America the term “ever- jireen" is almost synonymous with Norway Siiruec. A few years ago Norway Siiruce was probably the most widely used evergreen. Even at the present time it is doubtful if any evergreen is jn-oduced and sold in such (piantities as Norway Spruce. The tendency to plant it seems to be lessening a little nowadays. Not liecause it is any less a beauti¬ ful or desiralde tree, or has not stood the test of climate, but now more \'arieties of evergreens are availalde from nurseries and it is only human nature to want to get away from varieties that are “ common. ” Norway Spruce is the common native Spruce of Europe and is f(.)und in Russia, Norway, Sweden, IJenmark, Germany, Switzerland, France and else¬ where. This wide range of seed supjdy accounts for the behavior of the tree in this country. It is essential that seed come from the most desirable sources to insure satisfactory results in America.

The high esteem in which this tree has always been field is exjrressed in these words of Hoopes, "In a com¬ parison of the Norway Spruce with our native species, we must confess to having not one that will comjiare with this invaluable tree for every jiurpose. Its great hardiness enaliles it to withstand the utmost rigors of every ])ortion of our country, and the ease with which it adapts itself to almost every soil stamps it as suiierior in that respect.”

The sliarj), pointed leaves are an inch or less in length and dark green in color. The general haliit is tall, with regvdarly branched layers or whorls of branches. It branches close to the ground and makes a slightly sweeping or droojiing a])pearance. The growth is rapiil: under favorable conditions, it will grow one to two feet each season.

E.XCH 10

13A to 2 feet XX . BAB $1,2.5 $10.00

2 to 3 feet XX . BAB 1.75 15.00

Five of same variety and size at the 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

A Norway Spruce, 80 years old with a mantle of snow, growing in Southern Wisconsin.

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COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE

A TRIUMPH IN EVERGREEN GROWING

Blue Spruce grown at the Hill Nursery are all staked and tied when young to develop shapely trees with a straight leader.

Colorado Blue Spruce

(Picea t>ungens glauca)

OTHER trees there are of almost every imagin¬ able form and color, hut here is truly the culmination of Nature’s highest effort to produce the beautiful. Picture in your mind a per¬ fectly shaped tree with an abundance of heavy foliage of a rich, glistening blue, which flashes and sparkles in the sunlight, and you can form only a faint idea of the magnificent beauty of this truly marvelous tree.

The glory of the Blue Spruce is its foliage, which is an intense steel-blue. It has created a sensation throughout the LTnited States and Europe, and is indeed a triumph in evergreen-growing.

For a great many years we have been headquarters for Blue Spruces and always maintain a large and interesting stock. The rich blue color, a pronounced characteristic of all of these specimens, enhances the value of the Colorado Blue Spruce for single trees (ir for group plantings.

SELECTED BLUE SPECIMENS

		EACH	10
1 Yi to 2 feet xx .	. BAB	$4.25	$40	00
1 to lY feet XXX .	. B&B	5 25	50	00
134 to 2 feet XXX .	. B&B	7.25	70	00
2 to 23^ feet XXX .	B&B	9 . 75	95	00
2p$ to 3 feet XXX .	. B&B	13.25	130	00

d to 33^ feet XXX . B&B 17 50

GREEN	COLORADO SPRUCE
1 to 13^ feet XX .	. B&B	$1.50	$12	50
13A to 2 feet XX .	. B&B	1 75	15	00
2 to 23^ feet XX.	. B&B	2 . 25	20	00
2 to 23^ feet XXX .	. B&B	3 25	30	.00
23^ to 3 feet XXX .	. B&B	4 75	45	00

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

“The Ccjlorado Blue Spruce is the handsomest tree on the Rocky iMountain Trail. A Ilufty, silver-tipiied, flowing robe it wears. It hears the call and scold of sciuirrel and the echoes in the canyf)n. At its feet, the water ouzel sings and the chipmunk idays. By it the c(jlumbine blooms. Near¬ by, in autumn, the white-limbed aspens shake their golden leaves. On its frosty top sits the haughty, handsome wit, the crestt'd jay. A playground are its arms for child-like, cheery chicadees. d’he Silver S])rucc is an evergreen poem of the wild and gets into one's lu'art like a hollyhock.”- -

Exos A. Mills.

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Black Hills Spruce

{Picea canadensis albertiana)

The Black Hills Spruce is hardiest of all Sju-uces — syinnietrical, compact and bushy in habit of growth; in fact, the very smallest trees soon form round, sturdy, compact bodies. As the tree grows and develo])s, it continues to carry this particu¬ lar style of growth and generally becomes the most com])act-growing specimen of the Si)ruce family; even in old trees the lower branches are retained, thus forming a close ground cover.

Botanically, the Black Hills Spruce is considered a close relative of White Spruce, and has developed its distinct characteristics through long centuries of living in the Black Hills country of South Dakota. The foliage varies from green to bluish tint, and all trees are remarkable for their bright, fresh color.

When fully matured, it reaches 25 to 40 feet in height and requires 10 to 12 feet for spread of branches. For this reason it is used mainly for individual specimens, for backgrounds, borders and in places away from buildings. However, as it is a slow grower, it can re¬ main in close quarters for several years and is often seen in foundation i)lantings and similar places. Situa¬ tions should be selected which provide sun at least part of the day.

			EACH	10
10 to 12 inches xx .	. B&B	$1.50	$12.50
1 to	IJ^ feet XX .	. B&B	1.85	17.50
2 to	8 feet XXX .	. B&B	4.75	45.00
3 to	4 feet XXX .	. B&B	6.75	65 . 00
4 to	43^ feet XXX .	. B&B	8.75	85 . 00
44^ to	5 feet XXX .	. B&B	9.75	95 . 00

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

Black Hills Spruce.

American White Spruce

(Picea canadensis)

AXATlVl'l of the northern i)art of America, its range extending to the coasts of the Arctic Ocean, attaining heights from 25 to 50 . feet. It is thoroughly hardy, free-growing, not particular about soil, but prefers moist to dry situations.

A conqiact and ui)riglit grower of great longevity. Trees over fifty years old remain well branched at bottom, retain their pyramidal form and annually make an upward growth. It will grow on a great variety of soils, bear crowding well, and also stand severe trimming. Being a native of cold climates, it grows most successfully when planted north of a line from Philadelphia to St. Louis.

White Spruce is especially suitable for tall background, shelters, wind- bix'aks and tall screens. When it is desired to develop single specimens, they should be; allowed 12 to 15 h'et for full sj)r('ad of the branches. It is fairly ra])id in growth, with light green foliage, slightly tinged with blue.

'I'he best ty])e pu'vails through northern W isconsin, where our seed is gathensl from carefully selected grounds.

					EACH	10
to	D-i	feet		. B&B	.$1.25	$10	00
to	•>	feet		B&B	1 . 50	12.	.50
to	244	feet	XX	B&B	2 . 00	17.	.50
to	8	feet	XXX.	B&B	8 . 50	82	.50
to	4	feet		B&B	5 25	.50	00

Five of the same variety anti size at the 10 rate. Each k indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

“Growing Evergreens for Profit" is the title of a new booklet now ready, sent free on request. If you have a good location and land avail¬ able, it will pay you to investigate the business opportunities in growing Evergreens.

Young White Spruce in the nursery. All trees have a tendency to grow in a shapely, compact form.

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Foliage of Arborvitae about '2 natural size.

As it can be readily trimmed, American Arborvitae is a very practical tree for formal uses.

American Arborvitae

(Thuya occidentalis)

IIou' little I know of that Arborvitae

When I have heard only what science can tell me.

— Thoreau.

Trees of this genus are of ancient origin, representatives of Thuya occidentalis having existed throughout the northern heinisiiliere in early periods of the earth’s history. Its introduction into American gardens took place at the beginning of landscape development in America. It was i^robaldy the first American coniferous tree cultivated in Great Britain, having been introduced prior to 1597, in which year it was mentioned by Gerrard in his “ Historic of Plants.”

The American Arborvitae is the mother tree from which upward of fifty distinct types have been developed, varying in color from deeji gretui to bright golden and ranging in size from little dwarfs to tall, pyramidal specimens. The native forests of Arborvitae have long been of great commercial value for tim))er, i)r(xluc- ing tall, straight trunks much used for telegraph poles. The ArVjorvitae is very hardj' and dependable in almost anj^ situation. A moist location is preferred. Stands trimming well, and for this reason is widely used for hedge purposes. The rate of growth and ultimate height dejiend largely upon conditions. It usually grows bushy at the bottom and tapering toward the top. loliage is very .soft and flexible and of fine, deep green color. Covering such a wide range in its native growths, trees from some sections are open-grf)wing and undesirable, but we are carefid to obtain our seed from certain sections of northern Wiscon¬ sin, producing stock of absolute hardiness, grxxl green color, and compact habit of growth.

						EACH	10
DA to	2	feet	XX .	B&B	SI		SIO	00
2	to	3	feet		B&B	1	50	12	50
3	to	4	feet	XXX .	B&B	3	50	32	50
4	to	5	feet		B&B	5	25	50	00
5	to	6	feet	XXX .	. B&B	S	75	85	00
6	to	7	feet	XXX .	. B&B	10	50	100	00

Five of same variety and size at 1 0 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

A colony of American Arborvitae in natural shape, showing the form and size usually attained by old specimens.

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Hill Pyramidal Arborvitae.

Hill Pyramidal Arborvitae

(Thuya occidentalis (jyramidalis)

I

'XD()ri5TI\I)LY the most i)i)]nilar form of Arborvitae today is the Pyramidal Arliorvitae. Tliis tree fills a real need in landscaping and has a place of imiiortance in jn-actically every evergreen landscape ])lanting. Psually it reaches about 20 feet in height and the most desirable strains remain very narrow in habit, measuring two to three feet or less in diameter at the l)ase. The color, as a rule, is much greener in winter than the American Ar¬ borvitae and the foliage is more dense. Full sun is needed for this tree. Those planted in the shade or on the north side of a ljuilding will usually liecome thin and unsatisfactory within two years. When the jdanting location is on the south or east and the soil is reasonably good, the Pyramidal Arborvitae makes a remarkalile growth and will grow plum]) and healthy. These

Arborvitaes.

IH to

feet XX

'2}4 to 3 feet xxx

3 to 3]/^ feet xxx . . 3j^ to 4 feet xxx . .

4 to i}/2 feet xxx . .

will	apply	to all
	E.\CH	10
B&B	*2 . 00	.«17..50
B&B	2 50	22 50
B&B	4.75	45 00
B&B	5. 50	52 50
B&B	6 25	60 00
B&B	8.25	80 . 00
10 rate.	Each X	indicates

one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

A single tree properly placed sometimes looks better than a group of several trees.

Douglas Pyramidal Arborvitae

(Thuya occidentalis douglasi pyramidalis)

A compact form with crowded fern-like branchlets, introduced by Robert Douglas. The branchlet tips are sometimes cockscoml)- like. Foliage is dark green with lighter tips. Fine pyramidal habit. Reaches a height of r2 to 15 feet.

The Arnold Arl)oretum says: “As a garden jilant, the most valuable of them all (Arbor¬ vitae types) is perhaps the tall, slender jiyra- mid raised many years ago by Ro!)ert Douglas and generally known as Douglas Pyramidal Arborvitae.”

E.\CH 10

1 t o 1 M feet XX . B& B *2 .00 .11; 1 7 . 50

to 2 feet XX . BAB 2 75 25 4)0

2 to 3 feet XX . BAB 3 50 32 50

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indi¬ cates one transplanting B&B signifies balled and bur- lapped.

Douglas Pyramidal Arborvitae.

I

Woodward Arborvitae.

Woodward Arborvitae

(Thuya occidentalis woodtcardi)

WITHOUT doubt, one of the best globe- formed Arborvitaes in our list. It main¬ tains the natural globe shape without trimming, and under good conditions will reach 3 feed in height and diameter. It is especially line for low borders, for foundation groups, for tul.is, or for urns.

The variety was originated and introduced by Mr. Manning, i)roprietor of the Reading X'urseries, Reading, Mass., and named after his son, J. Woodward Manning. A few jilants, presented to Mr. Hill by the introducer shortly before his death, form the basis of our stock. Therefore, we tan justly say that all trees are from the true strain.

			EACH	10
10 l)v	12 inches xx .	. B&B	.$1.50	$12.50
12 bv	12 iiK*h(\s \\ ....	. B&B	1.75	15.00
15 bv	1 5 inches xx .	. B&B	2.50	22 . 50
15 bv	15 inches xxx .	. B&B	3.00	27.. 50
is bv	IS itiches xxx .	. B&B	3.25	30 00

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Among the many uses of Evergreens, their value as a screen or barrier against intrusions makes them valuable in protecting the home grounds. Such a screen of contrasting varieties not only serves this purpose but is a great attraction in itself. The low border in the foreground is Japanese Spurge. (See page 31.)

Ware Arborvitae.

Ware Arborvitae

Douglas Golden Arborvitae

(Thuya occidentalis dottglasi aiirea)

AMONG the golden forms, the Douglas Golden Arborvitae is X jL well known and widely used. It is a form originated by Robert Douglas of the old Douglas Nurseries at Wau¬ kegan, Illinois. It forms a broad, bushy, pyramid, very similar in outline to a good type of the regular American Arborvitae. The foliage is decidedly golden, not so bright as Peabody’s, but usually a better appearing tree than the latter. The bright golden color is best displayed when ]danting this variety with a background of darker shades of green. It grows in anj' ordinary good soil and does esi^ecially well in damp, cool locations.

No one wants an entire planting of yellow-foliaged trees, but one or two to add a note of contrast among the green of other trees is always pleasing. In habit, this tree closely resembles the American Arborvitae, from which it

originated. Douglas Golden Arborvitae.

EACH 10

2 to 2H feet x.xx . B& B .S3 . 00 $27 . 50

2M to 3 feet XXX . B&B 3.25 30.00

(Siberian)

(Thuya occidentalis ivareana)

Raised by and named for Mr. Thomas Ware, an English nurseryman, who produced it about LS.oO. It matures at 0 to 8 feet. It is conical in outline and covered with dark green foliage which is some¬ what different from the American Arborvitae, being much heavier and deci)ly crested. The branches are short and stiff. It is much used for foundation planting and freciuently for hedges. The name Siberian has been given to it because of its rugged constitution. A symmetrical, compact grower, very long-lived.

EACH 10

1 toD2fcPtxx . BAB $2(10 $17,50

D2to2 feet XX . . BAB 2,75 25,00

2 to 2^2 feet XX . BAB 4 25 40 00

Five of the same variety and size at the 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

Not everyone prefers such a heavy planting of Ever¬ greens and of course the type of house has a great deal to do with the selection of varieties. In this planting the trees are banked two and three rows deep, dwarf creeping varieties in front, medium height varieties next and taller growing forms in the back. This is a principle which should be borne in mind to arrange trees according to their habit of grov/th.

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The beautiful Hemlock. A certain charming gracefulness belongs to it alone. As it endures partial shade^and is also easily kept trimmed. Hemlock can be used in a wide variety of situations.

Hemlock Hedges have a grace and charm not possessed by any other hedge evergreen.

Canada Hemlock

(Tsuga canadensis)

() Hemlock Tree! 0 Hemlock Tree!

How faithful are thy branches, dreen not alone in summertime,

But in the tcinter's frost and rime,

() Hemlock Tree! 0 Hemlock Tree!

How faithful are thy branches.

— Longfellow

The long, slender branches, droojiing gracefully to the ground, present a beautiful picture — it is indeed difficult to surpass it. When we compare the rich, dark green foliage of a healthy plant that is varied so extiuisitely with the glaucousness of the under side of the leaves, we must admire a tree which l)rescnts such diversity of charms. A mistake is made by ])lanting the Hemlock in dry situations; for while it cannot thrive in wet and swampy ground, it greatly prefers a rather moist, deep loamy soil and cool loca¬ tion, the better if partially shaded. In such spots the beauty of the foliage and luxuriant growth speedily develop themselves in the highest degree.

Tlie regular, conical form, tapering evenly from a broad base to a long, straight and thrifty shoot is the common shape of this tree.

As a screen or hedge, the Hemlock is greatly ad¬ mired as it bears the shears well, grows thriftily and is of a dark green color and very dense. The results are most sati.sfactory.

The Hemlock will remain small for many years if sheared, so that it can be especially recommended for

foundation groui)s and small yards.

		EACH	10
13^ to 2 feet XX .	. . B&B	.«2.00	,'ii;l7.5()
2 to 23^ feet XX .	B&B	2.25	20 . 00
13^ to 2 feet XXX .	B&B	3 . 50	32 . 50
2 to 23^ feet XXX .	B&B	4.25	40 . 00
23^ to 3 feet XXX .	B&B	5.25	50 00
3 to 33^ feet XXX	B&B	7.50	72 . 50
33^ to 4 feet XXX	B&B	9.25	90 00

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indi¬ cates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and bur- lapped.

CONIFER COMMENTS

is the title of a 7()-page bookkd containing practical information on evergreens. Contains cnmiileb' information on transplanting, ferti¬ lizing, s(jil conditions, trimming, cultivation, diseases, winter i)rotecting, weights, freight and exjjress rates, and hundreds of other prac¬ tical pointers. Sent upon receipt of 1(1 cents in stami)s to c.over cost of mailing.

Stone and stucco houses make an ideal background for evergreens.

An Old Hemlock

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Douglas Fir, 1 ^ 2 to 2 feet.

Douglas Fir

(Psetidotsuga cloiiglasi)

SINCE discovered on Vancouver Island, in the year 1791, the Douglas Fir has been known by nearly thirty specific and varietal names. The name Pseudotsuga is now generally used. Pseudotsnga signifies like hemlock, or false hemlock. It was subsequently found in 1827 by David Douglas, a iScotch explorer, and was later named in his honor.

There are two distinct forms of Douglas Fir — one the dark green, gigantic-growing timber tree of the northwestern Pacific Coast area, and the other type from Colorado. The latter variety is the one recom¬ mended, both for its hardiness and its great beauty.

The typical form of young trees is an open, broad, sharp-pointed pyramid; the lower branches are straight or somewhat drooping, and the middle or higher ones trend ui)ward.

( )ur plants are the type from northern Cohjrado, the seed being collected in deep gorges of high altitudes, where the blue and silvery foliage is characteristic. The growth is compact and symmetrical with rather short needles, in contrast to southern Colorado and New Mexico types which are of doulitful hardiness, irregular, and open-growing.

It readies 60 feet or more in height, with a sjiread of branches 1 2 to 18 feet. It is a rapid grower and thrives well in almost any situation. Plant with plenty of room for future development.

The Fir is a symbol of rugged strength, of endurance, and permanency. You enter a virgin forest of Fir with the same sense

of vastness and reverence as in	a great cathedral	The Firs are
among the grandest of nature’s	triumphs.	EACH	10
13^ to 2 2 to 2^2	feet XX . . .	B&B	.«! ,.50 2.00	$12.. 50 17.50
feet XX .	B&B
2 to 3	feet XXX .	B&B	3 . 7o	35.00
3 to 4	feet XXX .	B&B	5.75	55 . 00
4 too	feet XXX .	B&B	8.25	80 00
5 to 6	feet XXX .	B&B	10. 50	100.00

Five of the same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplant¬ ing. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

The towering firs in conic forms arise. And with a pointed spear divide the skies.

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Concolor Fir is one of the most beautiful of all evergreens for specimen planting.

Concolor Fir as it comes from the nursery.

White or Concolor Fir

(Abies concolor)

THK name “Concolor,” ^iven to tliis tree by Dr. Dngelinaiin, who discovered it aliont the initldle of tlie last century, signihes even color ' both the upper and under sides of the needles are beautiful grayish-blue. Many years ago, Mr. D. Hill, while on a visit to the Colorado Hockies was keenly ini})r('s.sed with the distinctive attractiveness of the Concolor Fir. Chiefly through his efi'orts this beautiful Firhaslieen introduced to American jdanters. Concolor Fir is also known as “Silver Fir" and ‘A\'hite Fir.”

.V well-known evergreen authority writes: “Concolor Fir is the showiest of all Firs, because it is the nearest to blue. In my opinion it is the cheeriest of all ever¬ greens in winter. It retains its lower branches, has no insect enemies, and is the be.st Fir tree to with¬ stand heat and drought." .\s an ornamental tree, Concolor Fir must 1)C considered as a decid(‘d acaiuisition, the geiK'ral outliiu' being symmetrical but without stiffness. The spread of branclu's in young and healthy tree's teeing wide in jiroportion to the height warns in¬ tending jdanters that sufficient siiace shouhl be given for perfect development. The form i’roin Colorado best adajited to jilanting. It retains a distinctly pyramidal outline and is branched to the lease. The large, flat leaves, thickly disjeiesed ten the branches, are very laeticeable and give it a v('ry dignilietl appearance.

^^’e are careful to (ebtain (eur si-ed-suieply from luerthern C(el(erad(e, which produces trees (ef abseelute hardiness, with striking fteliage varying in cielor fneiii light green to deeje soft blue and with iiK'dium short needles. The new growth in spring is silvery.

“.ludging from the rt'sults which have now Ix'C'n obtaiiu'd with Firs, there are only two Firs which can Ix' depc'iided on to retain their beauty here (Fastern Massachusetts) for more than fiftv vears. ( )n(' of tlu'se is Concolor Fir.” — Arnold Arhoreiinn.

10 to 12 inches xx. . 1 to 1 ' 2 feet XX. . 1 ' 2 In 2 feet XXX. •>i ,

B&B	$2	00	$17	.50
B&B	2	.50	22	.50
B&B	4	,25	40	,00
B&B	6	.25	GO.	00

to 2 ‘ 2 feet XXX .

Five of same variety and size at 1 0 rate. Each x indicates o.ne transplanting. signifies balled and burlapped.

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At the left — a Dwarf Japanese Yew as it comes from the nurs¬ ery. The tree in the colored picture has been growing in Mr. D. Hill’s grounds for many years. Below -Foliage of the Yew.

Dwarf Japanese Yew

(Ta.vus cns/>ui(ita naud)

T1 1 IS fills a uiiiiiue j^laco ainnns ('vprt^rec'iis. It has a low, peculiar, irrejrular and pictur('sc[ue outline. Old trees assume the billowy outline of old boxwoods and ofl’cr to jilanters in colder climates some of th(' charm which old boxwood trees p<.)ssess.

These' trees have an addeel advantaf>;e of b('in<>; able to thrive in dense shade. In this n'spect, they are' suieerior to all other types of eversn'ens, as they will actually thrive and make a thrifty si''’"’th when planted on the shady side of a buikling or under the shade of taller trees or shrubs. The tree shown in the coloreil picture is a specimen I’rowing on tlu' grounds of Mr. I). Hill, where it has been established for a number of years. Tltimately, plants may reach d fe('t or more in height and 3 feet or more in width. The branches are covereil with little bunches of blackish- grec'ii foliage. The color is retained throughout the season, which gives it an added advantage over many forms of evergreens. The foliage is very heavy and of a waxy, shiny green color. In many resjiects, this dwarf Yew is the oddest-appearing evergree-n that we have.

Japanese forms of Yew retain their color through¬ out the most severe seasmis. The growth is slow, luit they are of extremely hmg life, and have that umisual ([uality of growing old gracefully.

E,\en 10

10 to 12 inches XX . ITkH $3,2.') .fdO.OO

1 to H 2 feet XX . B&B 3.75 35.00

Five of same variety and size at 10 rate. Each x indi¬ cates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

For points of accent in a formal garden, evergreens keep on giving service throughout the year, after the rest of the garden has lost its charm.

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Japanese Yew.

The Ancient Yew

The Yew is a very ancient tree which once cov¬ ered large areas of the earth’s surface. Geologists have found a “fossil forest’’ beneath the English Channel which gives evidence that the ancestors of the Yew tree flourished in bygone days, when the surface of the earth was much different than today.

“The Vine loves the hills and the Yew tree the north wind and the cold” — nearly 2,000 years ago Virgil was interested in the Yew and thus referred to it. It is one of the trees of perpetual youth.

Within the life of one Yew, empires rise and fall. A span of 3,000 years is credited to one Methuselah of the Yews which was some years ago cut down in Plngland.

A planting of Japanese Yew along the north side of a residence. Pfitzer Junipers seen at either end of the planting with Japanese Yew between. The Japanese Spurge or Pachysandra is used as a ground cover. See page 31 for

information on the Japanese Spurge.

Japanese Yew

(Tu.rM.s cusliidata)

The .Japanese Yew which we offer is the ujiright, branched form which develops a leacler. as shown in the picture.

A great many of the .Jaj^anese Yews offered by nurserymen are spreading trees (T irregular habit. This difference is due to the method of propagation. Trees produced from seed make superior tree-shaped sjiccimens, while those grown from cuttings, — a some¬ what more rapid process of propagation — produce less desiral:)le trees.

This tree was originally brought to America from .Iai)an by IJr. George Hall about 18(12, the original trees l)eing distributed by the I’arsons Nursery at Flushing, Long Island. It has been established in America long enough now so that it has come to be looked upon as a tree of absolute dependability in our northern states.

It has the tyihcal, waxy, shiny, green leaves of Yews, and while it grow'S very slowly as compared to some types of evergreens, it is, for this reason, an esjrecially desirable tree fo.' foundation groups, for¬ mal gardens, rockeries, and similar [wsitions where trees need to be kept within certain bounds.

It has from time immemorial been cultivated in .Jaj)an, where it is looked upon as a valual)le tree in .lapanese landscape art. The growth is close, compact and possesses a certain richness in appearance which marks it distinct from all other types of evergreens.

The Yew produces its seeds in the form of a scarlet, cu])-shaped berry. This method of reproduction clas¬ sifies the Yew as a relic of the vegetation which existed on the earth ages ago. They are known as “drujie- fruited” trees. In .Jai)an it is called the “Fir of the Goddess of Mercy.” The importance of this tree for permanent plantings cannot be over-emphasized. In positions where trees must remain for many years with little attention, such trees are found to prove of great value. In locations such as cemetery lots, this tree is particularly to be recommended.

While we emj)hasize the ability of the Jajianese Yew to withstand an extremely shady position, we also wish to point out that it will thrive ecpially well in the sun.

EACH 10

10 to 12 inches xx . BAB .S3 . 00 S27 . 50

1 t o 13^ feet XX . B& B 3.50 32.50

Five of same variety at 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplant¬ ing. B6&B signifies balled and burlapped.

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Detail of foliage of Japanese Spurge.

Japanese Spurge

(Pachysandra terminalis)

EVERGREEN VINE GROUND COVER

A COMMON problem in securing attractive, finished effects, especially in foundation plantings, is to . provide a ground cover of good, green foliage to plant between the trees and shrubs and cover the ground. In northern climates, the class of such material which keeps green in the winter is extremely limited; in fact, the Japanese Spurge is practically the only broad-leaved ever¬ green which is hardy and which serves the i)urpose in northern climates.

It is not a clinging vine or one which will cover a wall, but is suitable for use as a low border where it serves a very satisfactory purpose, or as an under-planting to trees and shrubs, as shown in the colored picture on this page.

4 to 6 inches x . .fl'i .OO jier 100

Order in multiples of 25. 25 at 100 rate, 500 at the 1000 rate.

Japanese Spurge (Pachysandra terminalis). Stays green all winter and is perfectly hardy. The plant in the

corner is Japanese Barberry.

To be found effective, Japanese Spurge must be thickly planted. Gne secret in making a satisfactory growth where the plant is in the sun is to plant thick enough .so that the sunshine does not get at the r(.)ot system. It will grow in the full sun if the plants are set close enough together. It also thrives in den.se shade, even where grass would not grow.

It is not a new iilant, but one whicli has l)een neglected, at least by most nursery¬ men. It can be planted with success either in the Spring or Fall and will grow in shade or sun and will stand .severe freezing weather. Plant live or six plants to each sfiuare foot ground area or set four or six inches apart as a border. Even closer jilant- ing than this will insure ciuicker results.

Rose Daphne

(Daphne cneoriim)

A delightfully fragrant flowering evergreen .shrul). It is a broad-leaved Evergreen keeping its leaves during the winter months. It comes through the winter perfectly when we have an bundance of snow, other years it requires some covering late in the fall as a winter protection.

The fragrant pink flowers almost completely cover the i)lant early in the spring. It blooms during April and extends until May. It blooms again in the fall months. This makes an ideal plant for rockeries or t(j plant among perennials. It does well either in a shady or sunny location.

EACH 10

1‘2 to 14 inches xx . $3.50 $32 . 50

Five of the same variety and size at the 10 rate. Each x indicates one transplanting. B&B signifies balled and burlapped.

The bluish colored trees are the Silver Redcedar. These have been trimmed and shaped up, showing what beautiful specimens can be made with little effort. The dark green trees in the background are the Japanese Yew. For creep¬ ing varieties such as shown in the foreground of the picture, see pages 4 and 5.

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EVERGREEN HEDGES

Plant Evergreen Hedges

Best for Year Round Service

No trees or shrul)s make so permanent and so attractive a heilsc as evergn'ens. The old European garilens owe much of their l)eauty to their beautiful evergreen liedges.

A liedge may be of almost any shape and size and serve many difi'erent ])urposes. If tall like in picture at right, it may serve as a windln-eak or screen. On the other extreme, it may form a low border for flower beds. Hedges are also suitable as liackgrounds for various tyi)es of gardens. \'ari('ties suitable for hedges should l)e those easily trimmed and which will retain their foliage when crowded. Hemlocks, Yews, ami the Arborvitaes combine these qualities best for use in colder climates, American Arbor- \ itae is the leailing sort used.

American Arborvitae

(If all the above mentioned varieties of evergreens, the American Arbor¬ vitae is umiuestionably the liest all around hedge evergreen and the one which is used in greah'r numbers than all other varieties coml)ined.

It will grow into a beautiful tall, informal, unclii>ped hedge if allowed to grow without trimming, or it can Ite clip])ed and maintained at almost any size from only a few inches up to several feet in height.

Hedges .should Ire ])lanted three to four feet from the sidewalks. The effect is much better if the plants are not crowded too close to lot lines, drives and sidewalks.

'I'he (piestion is sometimes asked, “How long will it take to establish a perfect evergreen hedge?" All depends upon the care received and how large the liedge is to be. For the average h(>dge of American Arborvitae three feet tall, it should look very well with the third year, and should be in s])lendid form liy the fifth year. In regard to the life of the hedge, this depends also on attention received. We liave seen hedges thirty and forty j'ears old in almost perfect condition.

I'lvergreens are set from twelve inches to eighteen inches apart. Eighteen inches make a very satisfactory hedge, but where a hedge is desired in the shortest jjossible sjiace of time and which will l)e very dense in growth from top to bottom, i)lanting one foot apart would probably l)e more satisfactory.

A very desirable hedge can be made by planting a double row, spacing the trees alter¬ nately. The ground should be spaded for a width of to 3 feet. The row's should l)e set one foot apart. The i)lants in one row should come opi)osite the o))en si)aces of the other row.

How to

Because the tops of hedges, trimmed like these. Sunlight reaches the bottom branches of hedges

are broader than the base, sunlight does trimmed like these, and they remain

not reach the bottom branches. dense and healthy.

I YEAR

OLD

2 YEARS OLD

Careful Growing Methods

Few people realize the time it takes to grow an Ever¬ green tree in the Nursery. Trees with well developed roots and tops take from seven to ten years to grow. At that time they are from two to three feet or three to four feet in height for tall varieties and much smaller for dwarf varieties. Such trees make rapid progress when planted on your grounds because they have a fibrous root system and have been several times transplanted.

ONCE TRANSPLANTED TWICE TRANSPLANTED

7 ro 10 YEARS OLD

The time for planting evergreen hedges is identical with the time for planting deciduous trees. Set the plants out in Ajiril or early May in the northern states.

Before starting to plant, have a trench dug and ready. This should be of ainjile width, at least two feet — and sometimes three feet is never too wide — and two feet in depth. Let the bottom be filled with loose earth, rounding in the center so as to permit a downward spread of the roots. The roots of an ever¬ green should never be exposed to the sun or wind, or allowed to get dry. Keeir the roots wet until the trees are in the ground. As soon as the hedge is Iflanted, and the ground thoroughly soaked, some plantsmen recommend the use of a mulch.

AMERICAN ARBORVITAE

					10	100
10	to	12	inches xx .	. $1	.70	$17	00
12	to	18	inches xx .	o	.00	20	00
18	to	24	inches xx .	. 4	.00	40,	00
2	to	3	feet XX .	. 5	.50	55	00

Each X indicates one transplanting.

Note: Trees are carefully packed in damp moss to insure safe shipment.

Evergreen Seedlings and Small Transplanted Sizes Suitable

for Home Nursery Planting

Every year finds an increasing number of planters interested in small evergreens suitable for starting a home nursery. These trees are intended for planting out in your garden where they can be cultivated and allowed to develop before being used in their permanent location. The use of small evergreens gives everyone an opportunity to enjoy beautiful evergreen trees at the minimum of expense. A small investment in baby evergreens will repay you a hundred times, both in the enjoyment of watching them develop as well as the continually increasing cash value of the trees. Complete planting instructions and cultural directions furnished with each shipment.

HILL’S TRANSPLANTED EVERGREENS

Sold only in bundles of 5 of each variety and size

		Inches	Per 5
Chinese Juniper .		8-10	$1.20
Chinese Juniper .		10-12	1.65
Chinese Juniper .		12-18	2.00
Pfitzer Juniper .		12-18	5.50
Prostrate Juniper .		8-10	1.50
Prostrate Juniper .		10-12	2.00
Japanese Juniper .		8-10	2.50
Colorado Juniper .		8-10	2.00
Redcedar .		10-12	2.00
Redcedar .		12-18	3.00
White Spruce .	.XX	12-18	1.00
White Spruce .	.XX	18-24	2.25
Norway Spruce . .	.XX	12-18	1.20
Norway Spruce . .	.XX	18-24	1.65
Norway Spruce .	.XX	2-3 ft.	2.00
Mountain Pine .		8-10	1.10
Mugho Pine .	.XX	8-10	2.00
Austrian Pine .		10-12	1.20
Austrian Pine .		12-18	2.50
Austrian Pine .		18-24	3.00
Scotch Pine . .	.XX	12-18	2.00
Douglas Fir .		12-18	1.75
Douglas Fir .		18-24	2.50
American Arborvitae .		10-12	.85
American Arborvitae .		12-18	1.00
American Arborvitae .		18-24	2.00
American Arborvitae .		2-3 ft.	2.75
Hill Pyramidal Arborvitae.	.XX	12-18	3.00
Hill Pyramidal Arborvitae.	,xx	18-24	3.50
Hill Pyramidal Arborvitae.	.XX	24-30	5.50
Woodward Arborvitae .		8-10	1.50
Woodward Arborvitae .		10-12	3.50

xlndicates once transplanted* xxlndicates twice transplanted*

HILL’S TRANSPLANTED EVERGREENS

Sold only in bundles of 25 of each variety and size

		Inches	Per 25
Balsam Fir .		6-8	$3.00
Balsam Fir .		8-10	4.00
Concolor Fir .		4-6	4.00
Concolor Fir .		6-8	10.00
Andorra Juniper .		6-8	7.50
Pfitzer Juniper .	,XX	8-10	8.75
Pfitzer Juniper .		10-12	11.25
Spiny Greek Juniper .	.XX	6-8	7.50
Waukegan Juniper .		6-8	7.50
Japanese Juniper .		6-8	10.00
Savin Juniper .		6-8	7.50
Savin Juniper .		8-10	10.00
Bar Harbor Juniper .		6-8	10.00
Bar Harbor Juniper .		8-10	12.50
White Spruce .	,xx	8-10	3.00
White Spruce .	.XX	10-12	3.75
Black Hill Spruce .	.XX	6-8	4.25
Black Hill Spruce .		8-10	5.00
Black Hill Spruce .		10-12	9.00
Norway Spruce .	. X	6-8	2.50
Norway Spruce .	. X	8-10	3.00
Norway Spruce .	. X	10-12	4.00
Colorado Spruce .	.XX	10-12	7.50
Mugho Pine .	.XX	6-8	4.50
Austrian Pine .		6-8	3.00
Austrian Pine .	. X	8-10	4.50
Ponderosa Pine . .	. X	6-8	3.00
White Pine .	.XX	10-12	7.50
Scotch Pine . .	. X	6-8	2.50
Scotch Pine .	. X	8-10	3.00
Douglas Fir .		8-10	4.50
Douglas Fir .		10-12	6.00
Japanese Yew .	. X	4-6	7.50
Japanese Yew .	.XX	6-8	12.50
Dwarf Japanese Yew .		6-8	15.00
American Arborvitae .	.XX	6-8	3.00
Douglas Golden Arborvitae	.XX	10-12	7.50
Douglas Pyramidal Arborvitae
		6-8	7.50
Hill Pyramidal Arborvitae.	.XX	8-10	6.00
Hill Pyramidal Arborvitae.	.XX	10-12	7.00
Ware Arborvitae .		8-10	6.50
Hemlock . .	.XX	8-10	7.50
Hemlock .		10-12	12.50
Hemlock . . .	.XX	12-18	20.00
Hemlock .	.XX	18-24	25.00

HILL’S EVERGREEN GRAFTS

From 2Y4-inch pots, shipped only in the Spring during April or early May

	Inches Each
White Leaf Chinese Juniper. . . .	8-10	$ .80
Blue Column Chinese Juniper..	8-10	.80
Green Column Chinese Juniper.	8-10	.70
Green Sargent Juniper .	8-10	.80
Vase Shaped Prostrate Juniper. .	8-10	1.00
Golden Prostrate Juniper .	8-10	.80
Waukegan Juniper .	8-10	.80
Japanese Juniper .	8-10	.80
Bar Harbor Juniper .	8-10	.80
Von Ehron Juniper .	8-10	1.00
Hill Silver Juniper .	8-10	1.25
Meyer Juniper .	8-10	1.25
Cannart Redcedar .	8-10	.80
Goldtip Redcedar .	8-10	.90
Silver Redcedar .	8-10	.80
Hill Dundee Juniper .	8-10	1.25
Schott Redcedar .	8-10	.80
Koster Blue Spruce .	8-10	1.50

HILL’S EVERGREEN SEEDLINGS

Seedling trees are put up in bundles of 50 of the same variety and size, and orders can be filled only for uniform bundles

Inches Per 50

Concolor Fir . 4-6 $5.00

Douglas Fir . 4—6 4.50

Chinese Juniper . 4-6 4.00

Prostrate Juniper (depressa) . 4—6 3.00

Colorado Juniper . 6-8 4.00

Redcedar . 6-8 5.00

European Larch . 6-8 3.00

White Spruce . 4-6 2.50

Black Hill Spruce . 4—6 4.00

Norway Spruce . 6-8 1.50

Colorado Spruce . 4—6 3.50

White Pine . 6-8 3.50

Scotch Pine . 4—6 2.50

Write for prices if interested in larger quantities

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