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PEACHES 

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Are 

Equal 

to 

the 

Best 


William  Street 
Nurseries 

Geneva,  N.  Y.,  U.S.  A. 


WEALTHY  APPLES 
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Illustrated 
'■  & 
Descriptive 
Fruit  Book 
for  1914 


WHOLBSALB  ^ RETAIL  ^ GROWERS  ^ IMPORTERS 


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1914 

Guaranteed  Nursery  Stock 

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1914 

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Sold  Direct  From  Grower  to  Planter 

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We  take  pleasure  in  presenting  herewith  the  latest  edition  of  our  General  Descrip- 
tive Fruit  and  Ornamental  Book  and  Price  list,  describing  and  pricing  the  various  fruit 
trees,  vines,  shrubs,  roses,  etc.,  grown  and  for  sale  in  our  Nurseries.  We  extend  to  our 
many  patrons  our  sincere  thanks  for  their  liberal  i^atronage,  and  hope  that  we  may  con- 
tinue to  receive  their  valued  orders. 

NOTE  OUK  SELECTIONS 

This  year  we  make  some  big  price  reductions  on  stock  when  purchased  in  collec- 
tions. You  have  a wide  choice  to  pick  from  —in  fruits  and  ornamentals.  No  changes  in 
selections  are  possible,  as  all  collections  are  made  up  at  one  time.  This  saves  us  time 
and  money — therefore,  the  reduced  rates  allowed.  You  will  find  collections  on  page  3. 

GET  THESE  FREE  PKEMIUiMS 

With  all  orders  amounting  to  $5.00,  we  give  absolutely  free  50  cents  worth  of 
nursery  stock.  For  $10.00  orders,  we  give  $1.20  worth  of  nursery  stock.  For  $15.00 
orders  we  give  $2.25  worth  of  nursery  stock.  For  $20.00  orders  we  give  $4.00  worth  of 
nursery  stock.  These  free  premiums  are  given  to  introduce  our  goods.  You  can  pick 
out  the  stock  you  want  for  your  premium.  We  don’t  limit  you  to  one  or  more  varieties. 
Get  your  friends  to  order  with  you  to  make  the  entire  order  equal  one  of  these  sums  and 
we  will  send  you  the  premium. 

HOW  TO  SEND  ORDERS 

Make  out  your  order  on  blank  next  to  back  cover.  Additional  order  blanks  will 
be  sent  if  desired.  Follow  instructions  carefully  at  top  of  order  blank.  Write  as  plainly 
as  possible  the  size,  name,  number  and  catalog  price,  giving  P.  O.,  R.  F.  D.,  if  any,  and 
nearest  freight  station. 

TERMS  OF  PAYMENT 

Our  terms  are  strictly  cash  before  stock  is  shipped.  In  this  way  everyone  is  treated 
alike.  Besides,  we  incur  no  bad  debts  and  therefore  are  able  to  sell  at  such  low  prices. 
All  orders  must  be  accompanied  by  a bank  draft,  P.  O.  or  Express  Money  Order,  or 
currency  in  a registered  letter  for  full  amount  of  order. 

SEND  IN  YOUR  ORDER  EARLY 

Orders  should  be  sent  in  early.  They  are  shipped  in  the  order  received  that  is  “first 
come,  first  served.”  Order  early  and  you  get  your  stock  early.  If  grounds  is  not  in 
condition  to  plant,  stock  can  be  left  in  boxes.  If  taken  out,  cover  it  with  earth. 


^lote  These  References 

First  National  Bank 
Geneva  National  Bank 
R.  G.  Dun  & Company 
Bradstreet  Company 
American  Express  Co. 

United  States  Express  Co. 

or  any  responsible  business  firm  in 
Geneva 


William  Street  Nurseries,  Geneva,  N.  Y. 


We  Prepay  Freight 

On  all  orders  amounting  to  $5.00 
or  more,  we  will  prepay  freight  to 
any  and  all  points  east  of  Mississippi 
River,  Canadian  shipments  not  in- 
cluded. Get  your  friends  to  order 
with  you  to  make  the  entire  order 
total  $5.00.  Then  you’ll  save  freight 
for  both  and  win  a premium  for 
yourself  besides.  No  extra  charge 
for  two  orders  in  one  shipment  to 
one  point. 


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DISTANCE  FOR  PLANTING 


Apples,  Standard 

30 

to  40 

ft. 

Apples,  Dwarf 

.8 

to  10 

ft. 

Pears,  Standard 

,18 

to  20 

ft. 

Pears,  Dwarf 

10 

ft. 

Peaches  

16 

to  18 

ft. 

Nectarines  and  Apricots 

16 

to  18 

ft. 

Cherries,  Sweet 

18 

to  20 

ft. 

Cherries,  Sour  

15 

to  18 

ft. 

Plums 

,16 

to  20 

ft. 

Quinces 

,10 

to  12 

ft. 

Grapes  

.8 

by 

10 

ft. 

Currants  . . . .' 

.3 

by 

5 

ft. 

Gooseberries  

.3 

by 

5 

ft. 

Raspberries,  Red 

.3 

by 

6 

ft. 

Raspberries,  Black 

.3 

by 

6 

ft. 

Blackberries  

.5 

by 

7 

ft. 

Strawberries,  rows 

.1 

by 

31/2 

ft. 

Strawberries,  in  beds.  . . 

•1V2 

by 

1V2 

ft. 

Asparagus,  in  beds. . . . . 

.1 

by 

IV2 

ft. 

Asparagus,  in  field 

.1 

by 

3 

ft. 

TREES  AND  PLANTS  TO  THE  ACRE 


2 

feet 

each 

way 

10,890 

3 

feet 

each 

way 

4,840 

4 

feet 

each 

way 

2,723 

5 

feet 

each 

way 

1,742 

6 

feet 

each 

way 

1,210 

8 

feet 

each 

way 

680 

10 

feet 

each 

way 

430 

12 

feet 

each 

way 

302 

15 

feet 

each 

way 

194 

18 

feet 

each 

way 

20 

feet 

each 

way 

110 

25 

feet 

each 

way 

70 

30 

feet 

each 

way 

48 

33 

feet 

each 

way 

40 

40 

feet 

each 

way 

28 

To  estimate  the  number  of  plants  re- 
quired for  an  acre,  at  any  given  distance, 
multiply  the  distance  between  the  rows 
by  the  distance  between  the  plants,  which 
will  give  the  number  of  square  feet  allott- 
ed to  each  plant,  and  divide  the  number  of 
square  feet  in  an  acre  (43,560)  by  this 
number,  the  quotient  will  be  the  number 
of  plants  required. 

HOW  TO  SET  OUT  AN  ORCHARD 

There  are  two  ways  to  lay  out  an  or- 
chard: First,  the  old  method  of  planting 
in  squares,  which  is  the  one  so  generally 
used  in  the  past;  and  second,  the  new  tri- 
angular method  (recommended  by  Prof. 
J.  E.  Wickson  and  others),  which  is  far 
better.  By  the  old  method  trees  were 
planted  on  the  four  corners  of  a square; 
by  the  triangular  method  the  trees  are 
planted  on  the  three  corners  of  an  equal- 
sided triangle,  and  are  so  placed  that  the 
trees  of  any  rows  are  opposite  the  open 
spaces  of  the  two  rows  adjoining  it.  By 
referring  to  the  illustration  on  this  page 
it  will  be  seen  that  in  both  methods  the 


trees  are  equally  distant,  but  in  the  tri- 
angular method  the  trees  in  the  center 
rows  are  opposite  the  open  spaces  in  the 
top  and  bottom  rows,  and  because  of  this 
fact  the  center  row  can  be  planted  closer 
to  the  top  and  bottom  rows,  and  at  the 
same  time  all  trees  will  be  the  required 
distance  apart.  This  method  also  permits 
of  the  cultivation  in  three  directions  in- 
stead of  two,  as  in  the  old  way.  Lastly,  it 
accommodates  a greater  number  of  trees 
to  the  acre,  which  is  explained  in  the  fol- 
lowing table. 

Old  or  Square  New  or  Triangle 
Method  Method 

Trees  to  an  Acre  Trees  to  an  Acre 
Trees  planted  30  ft.  apart  each  way  49  58 

Trees  planted  24  ft.  apart  each  way  74  90 

Trees  planted  20  ft.  apart  each  way  108  128 


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Square  Method. 


Triangle  Method. 

AGE  FOR  BEARING 
The  age  at  which  different  trees  come 
into  bearing  varies  greatly  with  different 
varieties.  However  the  average  time  after 
planting  is 

Apples,  Standard 4 to  5 yrs. 

Apples,  Crab  2 to  3 yrs. 

Pears,  Standard  3 to  4 yrs. 

Pears,  Dwarf 2 yrs. 

Cherries  3 to  4 yrs. 

Peaches  2 and  3 yrs. 

Plums  3 to  4 yrs. 

Currants  2 yrs. 

Grapes  2 yrs. 

Quinces  3 to  4 yrs. 

Blackberries 2 . yrs. 

Gooseberries  2 yrs. 

Raspberries  2 yrs. 

Roses  usually  bloom  season  after  planting. 


‘Don’t  let  another  year  pass  before  you  start  a life  income  by  planting  a Fruit  Orchard’ 


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TRANSPLANTING  TREES  AND  SHRURS 

I Preparing;  the  Trees — In  removing  the 
tree  in  the  nursery  row,  no  matter  how 
carefully  the  work  is  done,  a portion  of 
the  roots  are  broken  and  the  balance  that 
existed  in  the  tree  is  destroyed.  To  make 
up  for  this,  remove  the  broken  or  mutilated 
portions  so  as  to  leave  the  ends  round  and 
smooth.  Never  plant  a tree  exactly  as  it 
is  received  from  the  nursery  until  it  has 
been  thoroughly  examined  and  the  neces- 
sary pruning  done.  Proper  pruning  is  de- 
termined by  the  size,  form  and  condition 
of  the  tree. 

Dwarf  Trees — Trees  of  two  or  three 
years’  growth  and  having  a number  of  side 
branches  should  be  pruned  with  an  eye  to 
the  growth  and  the  form  desired.  Cut  the 
branches  into  the  form  of  a pyramid  by 
shortening  the  lower  ones  about  one-half, 
those  in  the  middle  still  shorter  and  the 
uppermost  ones  to  within  three  or  four 
buds  of  their  base.  The  leader  should  be 
cut  back  about  one-half.  Closer  pruning  is 
needed  on  trees  that  have  been  dried  or 
injured  by  exposure. 

Yearling  Trees  Intended  for  Pyramids — 

Cut  away  the  smallest  side  branches  if 
there  are  any,  keeping  the  strongest  and 
best  placed.  Those  having  no  side  branches 
should  be  cut  back  far  enough  to  assure 
the  production  of  branches  within  a foot 
of  the  ground.  A strong  yearling  about 
four  to  six  feet  in  heighth  may  be  cut  back 
about  half,  weaker  ones  more  than  that. 
Cut  too  low  rather  than  not  low  enough. 

Preparing  the  Soil — Fruit  trees  flourish 
best  in  a naturally  dry  soil;  too  much  mois- 
ture retards  growth.  Plow  at  least  twice, 
following  the  common . plow  the  second 
time  with  the  subsoil  plow.  Fresh  lands 
will  not  need  manure  or  fertilizers,  but 
lands  exhausted  through  constant  croping 
should  be  fertilized  either  by  turning  under 
clover  or  well  decomposed  manure  or  com- 
post. Land  that  is  in  good  condition  for 
wheat,  corn  or  potatoes  will  be  well  adapted 
to  fruit  trees. 

Planting — Dig  the  hole  larger  than  is 
necessary  to  admit  all  the  roots  in  their 
natural  position,  keeping  the  surface  soil 
and  subsoil  separate.  Have  the  tree  held 
in  an  upright  position  while  the  earth  is 
shovelled  in,  the  best  soil  being  sifted  in 
among  the  roots.  Make  sure  that  all  the 
roots  come  in  contact  with  the  soil.  When 
the  earth  is  nearly  filled  in,  pour  in  water 
to  wash  the  soil  around  the  roots;  then  fill 
up  the  remainder  and  tread  down  gently 


with  the  foot.  It  is  only  necessary  to  use 
water  in  dry  weather. 

Don’t  plant  too  deep;  the  trees  should 
stand  about  the  way  they  did  in  the  nur- 
sery. Trees  on  dwarf  stock  should  be 
planted  so  that  all  the  stock  is  below  the 
ground,  only  the  graft  appearing  above  the 
surface. 

Staking — Extra  tall  trees  or  those  much 
exposed  to  the  wind  should  be  supported  by 
a stake.  Take  care  that  no  chafing  of  the 
tender  bark  occurs. 

Mulching — After  the  tree  is  set,  cover 
the  ground  within  a radius  of  two  or  three 
feet  with  five  or  six  inches  of  manure  or 
litter.  This  mulching  is  necessary  in  dry 
ground  and  is  good  practice  in  spring  and 
fall  planting. 

Priming — All  fruit  trees  require  more  or 
less  pruning  from  year  to  year.  While  the 
tree  is  young  the  head  should  be  formed, 
and  unnecessary  branches  taken  out.  The 
best  time  to  prune  is  late  in  the  winter  or 
in  early  spring,  when  no  more  severe 
weather  is  anticipated. 

Carrying  Stock  through  the  Winter — 
The  practice  of  procuring  supplies  of  trees 
in  the  fall  is  becoming  more  and  more  gen- 
eral. It  is  a more  favorable  time  than 
spring,  because  the  stock  has  just  entered 
into  dormant  condition. 

To  insure  success  you  have  only  to  get 
the  trees  before  freezing  weather,  and  bury 
them  in  the  following  manner.  Choose  a 
dry  spot  where  no  water  will  stand  during 
the  winter,  with  no  grass  near  it  to  invite 
mice.  Dig  a trench,  throwing  out  enough 
dirt  to  admit  one  layer  of  roots  below  the 
surface,  and  place  the  trees  in  it,  inclined 
at  an  angle  of  forty-five  degrees  or  more. 
Widen  the  trench,  throwing  the  soil  among 
the  roots  in  position,  place  another  layer  in 
the  trench,  reclining  the  tops  on  the  others, 
and  so  on  until  all  are  in  the  trench;  then 
finish  by  throwing  up  more  soil  until  the 
tips  of  the  trees  are  nearly  or  quite  cov- 
ered. 

Care  of  Stock  Injured  by  Frost  or  Long 
Exposure — Place  the  unopened  packages  in 
a cellar  or  any  cool  place  that  is  free  from 
frost.  Leave  them  there  until  the  stock  is 
thawed  out.  It  can  then  be  unpacked  and 
planted  or  “heeled  in.” 

If  dried  out  from  long  exposure,  bury  in 
the  ground,  or  soak  in  water  from  12  to 
2 4 hours.  Prune  such  stock  more  closely 
than  ordinarily. 


Spraying  on  pages — 49,  50,  51,  52,  53,  54,  55 
WE  PAY  FREIGHT  ON  $5.00  ORDERS  

To  anj^  point  east  of  Mississippi  River,  except  Canada.  This  saves  you  money  and 
worry.  Please  note  also  the  free  premiums  of  nursery  stock  given  on  orders 
amounting  to '$5,  $10,  $15  and  $20.  Have  your  neighbors  order  with  you  to 
save  freight  and  earn  a premium.  The  one  who  sends  the  order  gets  the 
premium. 


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Our  Valuable  Collection  of  Trees  and  Plants  for  the 

Home  Garden 


Special  Selected  Garden  Collection  No.  1 

12  Trees,  2 Year,  5 to  6 
feet  high  for  $2.75 

Apples — I Wealthy,  I 
Baldwin.  Pears — 1 Bart- 
lett, 1 Clapp’s  Favorite. 
Peaches — I Niagara,  I El- 
berta.  Plums — 1 Burbank, 
1 York'  State.  Cherries — 
I Montmorency,  1 Bing. 
1 Orange  Quince,  1 Alexis 
Apricot.  All  trees  strictly 
first-class,  2 years  old,  5 to 
6 ft.,  $2.75. 


Special  Apple  Tree  Collection  No.  3 

10  Trees,  5 to  6 ft.,  $1.45 

1 McIntosh  1 Wealthy 

1 Baldwin  1 Banana 

I Yel.  Transp.  I Wagener 

1 Duchess  1 York  Imperial 

1 King  1 Hub.  Non. 

All  strictly  first-class  trees,  2 
year,  5 to  6 feet  high. 

10  APPLE  TREES 
Wholesale  Bargain  Price,  $1.45 


Special  Plum  Tree  Collection  No.  5 

10  Trees,  5 to  6 ft.  for  $1.85 


I Red  June  2 Burbank 
1 Geuii  1 York  State 
1 Monarch  2 Lombard 
2 Grand  Duke 
1 Abundance 

All  strictly  first  class  trees,  2 
year,  5 to  6 feet 
10  Plum  Trees 

Wholesale  Bargain  Price,  $1.85 


Special  Peach  Tree  Collection  No.  2 


10  Trees,  4 to  5 ft.,  for  98c 

2 Elberta  2 Carman 

2 Niagara  2 Late  Crawford 

2 Early  Crawford 
All  strictly  first-class,  largest 
size  trees  4 to  5 feet  high. 

10  Peach  Trees 
Wholesale  Bargain  Price,  98c 


Special  Grape  Collection  No.  4 


10  Strong,  2 Year  Vines  for  75c 

2 Worden  2 Concord 

1 Campbell’s  Early  2 Niagara 
I Delaware  2 Brighton 

All  strictly  first-class,  2 year. 

10  Vines,  Wholesale  Bargain  Price,  75c, 


Special  Cherry  Tree  Collection  No.  6 


10  Trees,  5 to  6 feet  high  for  $1.95 

2 Montmorency  2 Baldwin 

2 Early  Richmond  1 Napoleon 

2 English  Morello  1 Bing 

All  strictly  first  class,  2 year,  5 to 
6 feet  high. 

10  Cherry  Trees 
Wholesale  Bargain  Price,  $1.95 


Special  Pear  Tree  Collection  No.  8 


Special  Rose  Collection  No.  7 
10  Rose  Bushes,  2 year,  $1.75 

2 Paul  Neyron  1 Gen.  Jackson 
1 Mrs.  J.  Laing  1 M.  P. Wilder 
I Dorothy  Perkins 

1 Margaret  Dickson 

2 Coquette  des  Alps 
I Crimson  Rambler 

All  strictly  first  class  2 year  old 
bushes. 

10  Rose  Bushes 
Wholesale  Bargain  Price,  $1.75 


6 Trees,  5 to  6 ft.  high,  $1.25 

1 Bartlett  1 Clapp’s  Favorite 

I Anjou  1 Kieffer 

1 Flemish  Beauty 
1 Seckel 

All  strictly  first  claes,  2 year 
trees  5 to  6 ft.  high. 

6 Pear  Trees 
Wholesale  Bargain  Price 
$1.25 


Special  Currant  Collection  No.  9 

10  Strong  2 year  Bushes  for 
65c 


3 Red  Cross 
3 Wilder  (Red) 

2 White  Grape 

2 Black  Champion 

10  Strong  2 year  bushes 
Wholesale  Bargain  Price,  65c. 


Special  Blackberry  Collection  No.  10 

24  Strong  Plants  for  95c 

6 Eldorado  6 Lawton 

6 Snyder 
6 Mersereau 


All  strictly  first  class  plants 
24  in  all 


Wholesale  Bargain  Price,  95c 


When  ordering  these  Wholesale  Bargain  Collections  please  order  by  number.  All  should 
take  advantage  of  these  Special  Collections. 


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APPLE 


CVxoi^ 


NO  OTHER  fruit  succeeds  over  so  wide  a range  of  territory  and  under  such  diversi- 
fied climatic  conditions,  and  no  other  fruit  brings  so  sure  a return  to  the  grower 
in  proportion  to  time  and  money  expended  upon  its  production.  With  proper 
selection  of  varieties,  location  of  soil,  and  subsequent  intelligent  management,  there 
can  be  but  little  risk  in  planting  the  apple,  which  is  no  longer  a luxury  but  a staple 
article  of  food.  The  apple  has  few  rivals  among  cultivated  fruits.  Its  mild  and  pleas- 
ant acid  is  a panacea  for  many  of  the  ills  that  the  human  race  is  heir  to.  What  fruit  can 
be  more  pleasant  to  the  palate  or  more  beautiful  to  the  eye  than  the  rich  ripe  apple 
when  plucked  fresh  from  the  tree,  or  what  more  luscious  and  healthful  when  cooked? 
Who  does  not  remember  with  extreme  delight  the  delicious  baked  apples  served  with 
sugar  and  cream  or  the  apple  dumpling  or  apple  pie  “that  mother  used  to  make?” 

Select  an  elevated  site  for  any  kind  of  orchard  in  preference  to  low  ground,  unless 
the  low  ground  is  located  near  a large  body  of  water,  which  protects  it  from  frost.  In 
planting  an  apple  or  other  orchard  the  best  method  is  to  mark  out  the  land  with  an 
ordinary  corn  marker,  the  same  as  for  planting  corn;  then  locate  the  trees  in  every 
fifth  row,  if  that  is  the  distance  you  desire.  In  this  way  your  trees  will  form  rows  from 
every  point  of  view,  without  any  trouble  in  sighting  or  staking  sticks. 


PRICES  OF  APPLES  AND  CRABS 


Each  Per  10 

Largest  size,  XXX,  5 to  7 ft $0.25  $2.25 

Medium  size,  XX,  4 to  6 ft 20  1.50 

Smaller  size,  X,  3 to  4 ft 15  1.25 


Per  100 

$18.00 

12.50 

9.00 


SUMMER  APPLES 

Early  Harvest — Medium  size;  pale  yel- 
low, with  a mild  fine  flavor  and  popular  as 
a dessert  and  cooking  Apple.  Ripens  early 
and  is  long  in  season.  Very  productive. 
Middle  to  end  of  August. 

Early  Strawberry  (Red  Strawberry)  — 
Good  bearer,  fruit  medium  size,  mostly  cov- 
ered with  deep  red.  Tender,  mild  flavor. 
Middle  to  end  of  August. 

Golden  Sweet — Large,  round,  light  straw 
color;  medium  quality;  tree  in  the  nursery 
a crooked  grower.  August  and  September. 

Red  Astrachau — Tree  hardy  and  regular 
bearer.  Fruit  large,  roundish,  crimson; 
first  rate  quality.  Very  early.  July  and 
August. 

Sweet  Bough — Large,  pale  yellow,  tender 
and  sweet;  a desirable  eating  Apple;  pro- 
ductive. August. 

Yellow  Transparent — Very  early  Russian 
Apple;  good  quality  and  of  decided  merit. 
Color  when  ripe  pale  yellow.  Earliest  of 
all  Apples,  of  a mild,  pleasant  yet  sprightly 
flavor.  It  bears  abundantly  and  at  an  ex- 
tremely early  age.  Three  year  tree  in  the 
nursery  rows  frequently  produce  fine  fruit. 
It  should  be  in  every  home  garden. 

AUTUMN  APPLES 

Alexander — A Russian  Apple;  very  large, 
deep  red  or  crimson;  extremely  hardy. 
Ripens  September  and  October. 


Duchess  of  Oldenburg — A Russian  Apple ; 
medium  to  large  size;  skin  yellow  streaked 
with  red;  flesh  white,  juicy  and  slightly 
sub-acid,  ripening  in  fall.  Vigorous  grower, 
bears  abundantly  when  young;  very  hardy. 
Is  valuable  in  extreme  North  or  South. 
September. 

Fall  Pippin  (Pound  Pippin) — ^Very  large, 
yellow,  tender,  juicy  and  rich.  Pine  in  all 
localities;  tree  vigorous.  September  and 
October. 

Fameuse  (Snow) — Medium  size,  round- 
ish, very  handsome,  deep  crimson;  flesh 
snowy-white,  tender,  juicy,  high  flavored 
and  delicious.  Does  well  in  the  North. 
Valuable  for  market.  Nov.  to  Jan. 


York  Imperial  (Reduced) 


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(iravenstein — Large,  striped  and  beauti- 
ful; tender,  juicy  and  high  flavored;  very 
productive.  September  to  October. 

Maiden’s  Blush — Medium  size,  flat,  quite 
smooth  and  fair;  pale  yellow  with  beautiful 
red  cheek.  Tender,  sprightly,  pleasant  acid 
flavor.  Tree  vigorous  and  productive. 
Good  market  variety.  Sept,  to  Oct. 

Pumpkin  Sweet — Large,  round,  russet 
Apple,  sweet  and  crisp.  Vigorous,  rapid, 
upright  grower.  September  to  November. 

Bed  Bietigheinier  — German  variety. 
Fruit  large,  pale  green  color.  Flesh  white, 
sub-acid.  Abundant  bearer.  Early  fall.  Sept. 

St.  Lawrence — Large,  yellowish,  striped 
with  red.  Flesh  is  white  and  of  good 
quality.  Valuable  in  Canada  and  Northern 
States.  October. 

WINTER  APPLES 

Baldwin — Large,  roundish,  deep  bright 
red;  juicy,  crisp,  sub-acid.  Tree  vigorous, 
upright  and  very  productive.  Very  popular 
in  most  of  the  Northern  States  and  Canada. 
January  to  April. 

Ben  Davis  (New  York  Pippin),  (Ken- 
tucky Streak),  etc. — Large,  roundish,  yel- 
low. Striped  and  of  good  quality;  late 
keeper.  Highly  esteemed  in  West  and 
Southwest.  December  to  March. 

Bismarck — Originated  in  New  Zealand; 
tree  short;  stocky;  fruit  large,  handsome, 
yellow  overspread  with  crimson.  Good 
keeper.  October  to  January. 

Gano — Originated  in  Missouri.  Fruit 

good  size  and  smooth;  deep  red,  shaded  on 
sunny  side  to  mahogany;  very  attractive. 
Flesh  pale  yellow,  flne  grain;  tender,  pleas- 
ant, mild,  sub-acid.  Excellent  shipper  and 
keeper.  Tree  healthy,  vigorous  and  hardy; 
annual  and  productive  bearer.  Jan.  to  May. 

Golden  Russet — Medium  size;  very  ten- 
der, juicy  and  rich.  Vigorous  grower,  good 
bearer;  hardy  and  very  popular.  Novem- 
ber to  April. 

Grimes  Golden — Medium;  rich  golden 
yellow;  tender,  juicy  and  rich.  Thrifty, 
upright  grower;  early  bearer;  tree  hardy. 
November  to  April. 

Hubbardston  Nonsuch — Large,  striped 
yellow  and  red.  Flesh  yellow,  juicy  and 
tender.  Finest  quality  and  very  valuable. 
Strong  grower,  bears  regularly.  November 
to  January. 

Jonathan — Medium  size.  Fruit  red; 
flesh  tender  and  juicy.  Productive.  No- 
vember to  March. 

King  (King  of  Tompkins  County)  — 
Large,  red.  Flesh  rather  coarse,  juicy,  ten- 
der, with  a rich  flavor.  Very  valuable  mar- 
ket Apple;  one  of  the  best.  Abundant  an- 
nual bearer.  December  to  March. 


Longfield — Hardy  Russian  Apple;  early 
bearer;  fruit  medium.  Flesh  rich,  sub-acid. 
December  to  March. 

Mammoth  Black  Twig — One  of  the  most 
profitable  and  valuable  varieties.  Resem- 
bles Winesap,  only  a third  larger.  Decem- 
ber to  April. 

Mann — Medium  to  large;  deep  yellow 
with  brownish-red  side.  Flesh  yellowish, 
juicy,  mild,  sub-acid.  January  to  June. 

McIntosh  Red — Hardy  Canadian  Apple. 
Medium,  nearly  covered  with  dark  red; 
flesh  white,  fine,  tender,  juicy.  Good  an- 
nuaJj3earer.  November  to  February, 
“^^orth  Western  Greening — Originated  in 
Wisconsin.  Tree  straight,  thrifty  grower, 
very  hardy.  Early  and  annual  bearer. 
Fruit  large,  smooth,  yellowish-green.  Very 
attractive  and  desirable.  November  to  May. 

Northern  Spy — Large,  roundish,  ribbed, 
specked  and  covered  with  crimson.  Flesh 
white,  tender,  mild  sub-acid  flavor.  Tree 
should  be  kept  pruned,  December  to  June. 


Perfect  (Reduced) 


Perfect — We  control  this  variety  and 
consider  it  a remarkably  fine  one.  The 
blow  end  suggests  the  Baldwin,  but  the 
flavor  is  more  like  the  Spy.  There  is  one 
fact  certain,  that  is  density,  weight  and 
suitable  skin,  there  is  no  better  variety  for 
shipping.  We  certainly  advise  growers  to 
plant  the  Perfect  exclusively.  December 
to  March. 

Pewaukee — Medium,  round,  bright  yel- 
low, striped  with  red;  juicy,  sub-acid. 
Strong  grower,  hardy;  valuable  North  and 
South.  January  to  May. 

Rhode  Island  Greening— Large,  round- 
ish, greenish  yellow;  tender,  rich  and  juicy. 
Vigorous  grower.  November  to  March. 


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Wi  1 1 ia  m t re  et  N u r e 

a E,  N E..VA  J\[.  v:  . 


Spitzenburg 


Peerless  — Originated  in  Minnesota, 
Quality  of  the  fruit  is  excellent.  For  a 
severe  climate,  where  we  require  hardy, 
blight-proof  and  productive  trees,  the  apple 
that  most  nearly  meets  this  requirement 
is  the  Peerless. 

Rome  Beauty — Large,,  yellow  and  bright 
red;  medium  quality;  moderate  grower; 
good  bearer.  December  to  May. 

Roxbury  Russet  (Boston  Russet) — Large 
greenish  yellow,  covered  with  bright  rus- 
set; moderately  juicy,  sub-acid.  January 
to  June. 

Spitzenburg — Medium,  deep  red;  flesh 
yellow,  sub-acid.  Poor  grower.  November 
to  April. 

Stark — Esteemed  as  a long  keeper  and 
valuable  market  variety.  Fruit  large, 
roundish;  skin  greenish  yellow.  Shaded 
from  light  to  dark  red.  Flesh  yellowish, 
juicy  and  mild,  sub-acid.  January  to  May. 

Staymaii’s  Winesap — -Medium,  yellowish- 
green;  flesh  tinged  with  yellow;  tender, 
juicy,  sub-acid.  December  to  May. 

Sutton  Beauty — Large,  roundish;  skin 
waxen-yellow,  striped  with  crimson.  Flesh 
tender,  sub-acid.  Good  quality  and  re- 
markable keeper.  Tree  vigorous  grower; 
very  productive.  Valuable  market  variety. 
December  and  January. 

Talman  Sweet — Medium,  pale  yellow, 
fine  grained;  very  sweet.  Hardy  and  pro- 
ductive. November  to  April. 

Wagener — Medium,  roundish;  deep  red 
in  the  sun;  flesh  firm,  sub-acid  and  excel- 
lent. Tree  very  vigorous  and  productive; 
bears  very  young.  November  to  February. 


Wealthy  — Originated  in  Minnesota. 
Hardy,  vigorous  and  very  productive.  Fruit 
large,  yellow  shaded  with  red.  Flesh  white 
stained  with  red;  juicy  and  sub-acid.  Does 
well  in  nearly  all  sections.  Most  'desirable 
fall  and  early  winter  variety.  Extremely 
hardy,  October  to  February. 

York  Imperial  (Johnson’s  Fine  Winter) 
— A native  of  York  County,  Pa.  Medium  to 
large,  white,  heavily  shaded  with  dark 
crimson;  flesh  firm,  crisp,  juicy  and  sub- 
acid. Tree  an  early  and  abundant  bearer. 
December  to  February. 


stark 


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Select  Varieties  of  Crab  Apples 


Hyslop  Crab  Apples 


As  an  ornamental  fruit,  and  for  jellies 
and  preserving,  the  crab  apple  is  un- 
equalled. All  are  very  hardy  and  prolific, 
come  into  bearing  when  very  young,  and 
command  a ready  and  profitable  market. 
We  name  the  best  sorts. 

Trausceiident — A beautiful  variety  of 
the  Siberian  Crab;  red  and  yellow.  Tree  a 
remarkably  strong  grower,  September. 

Hyslop’s — .Almost  as  large  as  the  Early 
Strawberry  Apple;  deep  crimson;  very  pop- 
ular in  the  West  on  account  of  its  large 


size,  beauty,  and  hardiness.  Tree  remark- 
ably vigorous.  October. 

General  Grant — Large,  round,  yellow, 
covered  with  stripes  of  red,  and  when  ex- 
posed to  the  sun,  turning  quite  dark;  flesh 
white,  fine  grained,  a good  grower,  hardy 
and  productive. 

AVhitney — ^Large,  averaging  one  and  a 
half  to  two  inches  in  diameter;  skin  smooth, 
glossy  green,  striped,  splashed  with  car- 
mine; flesh  firm,  juicy  and  flavor  very 
pleasant. 


Big  Profits  in  Apples  When  Selected,  Boxed  and  Sold  at  High  Prices 

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PEARS  do  best  in  a strong  loam,  out  suceed  well  in  a variety  of  soils  and  on  almost 
any  land  that  will  produce  good  vegetables  or  grain.  There  is  always  a greater 
demand  than  supply  of  Pears  of  all  varieties.  Bartlett  is,  of  course,  the  leading 
Pear  and  calls  for  the  highest  price  in  the  market.  By  a careful  selection  of  varieties  the 
Pear  season  can  be  extended  from  July  to  February.  Pear  growing  has  been  checked 
until  lately  by  blight,  which  has  affected  this  kind  of  tree,  but  this  condition  need  not 
exist  in  the  future.  Dr.  Waite,  a practical  Pear  specialist,  who  has  done  much  for  the 
industry  in  the  West,  has  shown  that  this  blight  can  be  controlled.  Bulletins  on  this 
subject  may  be  secured  from  the  Department  of  Agriculture  at  Washington. 

ORDER  OF  RIPENING  IN  PEARS 

Varieties  of  Pears  we  offer  ripen  in  the  following  order:  Koonce,  Clapp’s  Favorite, 
Bartlett,  Seckel,  Flemish  Beauty,  Sheldon,  Worden-Seckel,  Anjou,  Duchess,  Kieffer  and 
Lawrence. 

Following  is  a list  of  the  best  known  varieties  of  Pears  and  prices  of  each: 


PRICES  OF  STANDARD  PEARS 
Except  Bartlett,  Bose  and  Clairgeaii. 


Each 

Per  10 

Per  100 

Largest  size,  XXX,  5 to  7 ft 

$0.30 

$2.75 

$25.00 

Medium  size,  XX,  4 to  6 ft 

25 

2.00 

18.00 

Smaller  size,  X,  3 to  4 ft 

15 

1.35 

12.50 

BARTLETT, 

BOSO 

AND  CLAIRGEAU 

Each 

Per  10 

Per  100 

Largest  size,  XXX,  5 to  7 ft 

$0.40 

$3.50 

$30.00 

Medium  size,  XX,  4 ^ to  6 ft 

30 

2.75 

25.00 

Smaller  size,  X,  3 to  4 ft 

20 

1.75 

15.00 

Bartlett — One  of  the  popular 

Pears. 

Large,  irregular  in  form;  clear 

yellow  with 

often  a beautiful  blush  next  to  the  sun. 


Very  juicy  and  highly  flavored.  Tree  a 
strong  grower;  bears  abundantly.  Very 
popular.  Middle  to  last  of  September. 

Clapp’s  Favorite — Large;  pale  lemon- 
yellow,  fine  grained,  juicy,  melting,  rich 
and  buttery.  Earlier  than  Bartlett.  Very 
hardy.  Good  grower  and  very  productive. 
In  season  during  August  and  September. 
Fruit  should  be  picked  ten  days  before  it 
would  ripen  on  the  trees. 

Koonce — Medium  to  large,  pyriform, 
very  handsome;  yellow,  one  side  covered 
with  bright  carmine,  sprinkled  with  brown 
dots;  flesh  juicy,  sweet,  spicy,  good.  Ripens 
with  the  earliest.  Tree  a remarkably  strong 
grower;  hardy  and  very  productive. 
Middle  of  August. 

Manning’s  Elizabeth. — Small  to  medium; 
bears  in  clusters;  crimson  and  gold  color, 
very  beautiful;  melting,  rich,  sugary;  ex- 
cellent. Tree  a good  grower  and  very  pro- 
ductive. One  of  the  very  best  early  pears. 
August. 


Bartlett 


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Kossney — A new  seedling  pear  from 
Utah;  size  medium  to  large;  color  light 
yellowish,  with  crimson  blush;  flesh  fine 
grained,  melting,  juicy,  sweet  and  rich; 
an  excellent  keeper  and  a good  shipper. 
The  tree  is  a good  grower  and  healthy, 
comes  into  bearing  young  and  is  very  pro- 
ductive. Ripens  about  two  weeks  after 
Bartlett,  when  there  are  few  good  pears  in 
season.  September  first. 

Wilder  Early — Small  to  medium,  yellow, 
shaded  carmine,  fine  grained,  tender,  sub- 
acid. Vigorous  grower,  early  and  annual 
bearer,  very  productive,  good  quality.  Early 
August. 

AUTUMN  AND  WINTER  VARIETIES 

Beiirre  Bose — Large,  yellow,  russeted, 
half  melting,  high  flavored  and  excellent. 
Tree  a poor,  crooked  grower  in  the  nursery, 
and  but  little  cultivated.  October. 

Beurre  Clairgeau — Large;  light  yellow, 
shaded  with  crimson  and  russet.  Very 
handsome  and  attractive.  Flesh  yellowish, 
melting.  Keeps  a long  time  after  being 
gathered.  Tree  early,  abundant  bearer. 
ValujJjle  market  fruit.  Nov.  to  Jan. 

de  Anjou — Excellent  market  va- 
riety. Fruit  large,  light  green,  russet  and 
red  cheeked;  rich,  melting,  excellent  flavor. 
Fine  grower;  good  keeper.  Productive. 
One  of  the  finest  Pears.  Oct.  and  Nov. 
^^=====^uchess  de  Angouleme — Good  variety; 
greenish  yellow  with  patches  of  russet.  Best 
as  dwarf  tree,  on  Quince  root.  Strong 
vigorous  grower.  Fruits  when  young.  Oc- 
tober and  November. 


Lawrence 

Dorset — A very  handsome  and  showy 
late-keeping  pear.  Large,  golden  yellow 
ground,  with  bright  red  on  sunny  side; 
flesh  juicy,  melting,  sweet,  of  good  quality. 
Ripe  in  February,  but  keeps  till  ]\Iay. 


Plate  of  Beurre  Anjou 


Floiiiish  Beauty-  lairge  size;  greenish- 
yellow  and  brown;  large  spots  of  russet; 
rich  and  juicy.  Old  and  highly  esteemed 
variety.  A strong  grower  and  great  bearer; 
hardy,  October  and  November. 

Garber — One  of  the  Japan  Hybrids; 
earlier  and  larger  than  Kieffer;  hardy,  pro- 
ductive, early  bearer;  excellent  for  canning. 
September  and  October. 

Howell — Large,  light  waxen  yellow,  with 
a fine  red  cheek,  handsome  rich  sweet, 
melting,  perfumed  aromatic  flavor.  Sep- 
tember and  October. 


Kieffer 


Kieffer — Tree  remarkably  vigorous,  hav- 
ing large,  dark  green,  glossy  leaves,  and  is 
an  early  and  prolific  bearer.  Fruit  large 
to  very  large,  roundish,  oval,  narrowing  at 
both  ends;  skin  deep  yellow,  with  a fine 
blush  on  the  sunny  side;  flesh  whitish,  a 
little  course,  juicy,  very  good.  Ripens 
through  October  and  November. 


Lawr(‘m<“  -An  American  pear  of  great 
excellence.  l^h'uit  medium  size,  obtuse, 
pyriform;  skin  fine  yellow;  flesh  juicy, 
sweet  and  good.  Tree  hardy,  vigorous  and 
very  jiroductive.  December. 

DWARF  PEARS 

Profit — It  is  claimed  that  there  is  more 
money  in  Dwarf  Pears  at  $1.00  per  barrel 
than  in  Ajjples  at  $2.00. 

PRICES  OF  DWARF  PEARS 

Each  Per  10  Per  100 
8 to  4 ft.,  XXX,  . 25c  $2.00  $11.00 

2 to  3 ft.,  XX,  . .20c  1.50  11.00 

BEST  DWARF  VARIETIES 
Bartlett — Summer. 

Beurre  de  Anjou — Winter. 

Clapp’s  Favorite — Very  early. 
Duches.s  Late  Fall,  fine. 

Howell — Early  Fall. 

Seckel — Late  Fall. 


Dwarf  Pears 


Ohio,  Nov.  4,  1913. 

Gentlemen: — I am  just  in  receipt  of  the  second  shipment  of  trees  covering 
the  balance  of  the  order  about  which  I wrote  you  Sunday.  I find  this  stock  to 
be  in  excellent  shape,  and  I certainly  appreciate  the  same,  and  I cannot  speak  to 
highly  in  favor  of  your  nursery,  and  it  will  afford  me  great  pleasure  to  recom- 
mend you  to  any  and  all  who  are  in  the  market  for  anything  in  this  line. 

I enclose  herewith  my  check  on  the  Commercial  & Saving’s  Bank  for  $40.05 
in  payment  of  your  invoice  of  Oct.  2 9th. 

Yours  truly, 

CURTIS  V.  SMITH. 


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CHERRY 


The  cherry  thrives  best  on  a dry,  sandy,  or  gravelly  soil,  and  there  attains  its  high- 
est perfection,  but  will  do  very  well  in  almost  any  situation  except  a wet  one. 

We  divide  them  into  two  classes — Hearts  and  Bigarreaus,  and  Dukes  and  Morellos. 
The  first  are  strong  and  vigorous  growers,  making  large,  open  spreading  heads  or  tops, 
and  are  best  suited  for  the  purpose  of  shade,  producing  a large,  heart-shaped  sweet 
fruit.  The  Dukes  and  Morellos  do  not  attain  so  large  a size,  are  more  hardy,  less  liable 
to  bursting  of  the  bark,  and  generally  produce  acid  fruit. 


PRICES  OF  CHERRIES 


Largest  size,  XXX,  5 to  7 ft. 
Medium  size,  XX,  4 to  5 ft. 
Smaller  size,  X,  2 to  4 ft. 


Each  Per  10  Per  100 

$0.35  $3.00  $25.00 

.30  2.50  20.00 

.20  1.75  15.00 


HEARTS  AND  BIGARREAUS 

Bing — A native  of  Oregon.  Fruit  very 
large,  bright  and  glossy.  Color  very  dark 
crimson,  one  of  the  largest  cherries  ever 
produced,  and  of  most  excellent  quality. 
Season  July. 

Black  Tartarian — Fruit  very  large,  heart- 
shaped;  with  an  uneven  surface;  skin 
bright  black;  flesh  purplish,  tender,  rich 
and  good.  Ripens  early  in  June. 

Dikeman — Fruit  of  the  largest  size,  heart 
shaped;  nearly  black;  flesh  solid,  rich  and 
sweet.  Never  rots.  Tree  a vigorous  grow- 
er; hardy  and  productive.  Ripens  late 
after  most  of  the  sweet  cherries  are  gone. 

Governor  Wood — Fruit  roundish,  heart- 
shaped,  light  yellow,  nearly  covered  with 
red;  flesh  tender,  rich  and  sprightly.  Ripens 
last  of  June. 

Hoy — Very  large  equalling  the  finest 
California  cherries  in  size;  very  light  color; 
unequalled  by  any  other  cherry  in  its  high 
quality  and  richness  of  flavor.  Tree  is  a 
rapid  grower,  hardy,  foliage  large  and 
healthy  and  fruit  hangs  in  immense  clus- 
ters, almost  hiding  the  branches.  This  new 
cherry  originated  near  Philadelphia.  We 
believe  it  to  be  the  most  valuable  sweet 
cherry  grown.  June. 

Lambert — Very  large;  dark  purplish 
red;  flesh  dark  red  with  whitish  vein  and 
meaty  texture;  small  stone;  flavor  very 
sweet,  or  very  mild  sub-acid,  rich  and  of 
the  highest  quality.  Tree  thrifty,  hardy 
and  vigorous,  grower.  June  and  July. 


Montmorency 


Mercer — Very  large,  bright  purplish 
black;  half  tender,  juicy,  very  rich,  excel- 
lent flavor,  productive.  First  to  middle  of 
July. 

Napoleon  Bigarreau — Fruit  of  the  larg- 
est size;  pale  yellow,  with  a bright  red 
cheek;  when  fully  ripe  of  an  excellent 
flavor.  Ripens  early  in  July. 

Rockport  Bigarreau — Fruit  large,  obtuse 
heart-shaped;  skin  pale  amber,  light  red 
in  the  sun;  flesh  rather  firm,  sweet,  rich 
and  excellent.  Last  of  June. 


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Schmidt’s  I5ig;ai'i-cau  -Fruit  grows  in 
clusters  and  is  of  the  largest  size; skin  deep 
black  color;  flesh  dark,  tender,  juicy,  with 
a flne  rich  flavor;  stone  small.  Early  .Inly. 

Windsor — Fruit  large,  liver  colored,  re- 
sembling the  Elkhorn,  nevertheless,  quite 
distinct;  flesh  remarkably  Arm,  sweet  and 
of  a flne  quality.  July. 

Yellow  Spanish — Large;  pale  yellow, 
with  bright  red  cheek  in  the  sun;  flesh 
firm,  juicy  and  delicious;  one  of  the  best, 
most  beautiful  and  popular  of  all  light- 
colored  cherries.  End  of  June. 

DUKES  AND  MOKELLOS 
Baldwin.  Tree  upright  vigorous  grower, 
forming  a round  head.  Leaves  large  and 
broad;  bloom  pure  white  changing  to  pink; 
fruit  large,  almost  round,  very  dark,  trans- 
parent wine  color,  flavor  slightly  acid,  yet 
the  sweetest  and  richest  of  the  Morello 
type;  stems  rather  large  of  medium  length, 
and  generally  in  pairs.  Unexcelled  in  earli- 
ness, vigor,  hardiness,  quality  and  produc- 
tiveness. Out  of  800  trees  it  readily  at- 
tracted attention  as  being  the  most  thrifty 
and  beautiful.  When  the  original  tree  was 
eight  years  old  it  had  fruited  five  years  and 
was  then  one-third  larger  than  any  Early 
^Richmond  tree  of  the  same  age. 

Dye  House — A sure  and  regular  bearer, 
ripens  before  Early  Richmond. 


Early  Hichmond — Fruit  medium  size, 
round;  dark  red;  flesh  melting,  juicy,  rich, 
acid.  Tree  slender,  and  not  a rapid  grow- 
er; a great  bearer.  June. 

English  Morello — Large,  dark  red,  nearly 
black.  Tender,  juicy  and  of  rich  flavor. 
Season  August. 

Louis  Philippe — Fruit  large,  skin  rich, 
dark,  almost  purplish  black  red;  flesh  red, 
tender,  juicy,  mild  acid.  Middle  to  last  of 
July. 

May  Duke — An  old,  well  known,  excel- 
lent variety;  large,  dark  red;  juicy,  sub- 
acid, rich.  Middle  of  June. 

Montmorency — -A  beautiful,  large,  red, 
acid  cherry,  larger  than  Early  Richmond, 
and  fully  ten  days  later;  extraordinarily 
prolific  and  very  hardy.  It  is  a variety  of 
great  value.  Habit  of  tree  similar  to  Early 
Richmond. 

Olivet — A new  variety  of  French  origin. 
Large,  globular,  very  shining,  deep  red  sort, 
flesh  red,  tender  and  rich,  vigorous;  very 
sweet,  sub-acid  flavor.  Free.  Middle  to 
last  of  June. 

Wragg — Supposed  to  hail  from  North 
Germany;  very  hardy.  The  tree  is  a good 
grower  and  immense  bearer;  fruit  a dark 
liver  color,  juicy  and  rich.  Quite  late  and  a 
valuable  cherry. 


Montmorency 


Penna.,  Nov.  14.  1913. 

Dear  Sirs: — Enclosed  find  $61.50,  express  order  for  amount  due  on  fruit 
trees.  Thank  you  very  much.  * 

Later  on  we  will  have  another  order  for  fruit  and  trees  which  you  can 
count  on,  as  we  are  pleased  with  the  way  you  have  dealt  vrith  us. 

Respectfully  yours, 

ANDREW  NELSON, 

661  W.  Smith  St.,  Penna. 


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PLUM 


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The  Plum  does  best  on  a strong,  clay  soil,  dry  and  well  drained.  Here  it  grows  tbe 
most  thriftily  and  with  cultivation  suffers  least  from  “Curculio”  or  “Black  Knot.” 
There  is  little  trouble  in  keeping  the  trees  free  from  insects  and  disease.  After 
the  blossoms  have  fallen  spread  a sheet  on  the  ground  under  the  trees.  Then  jar  the 
tree  so  as  to  shake  down  the  stung  fruit  and  insects.  These  should  be  burned.  This 
should  be  done  every  day  for  a week  or  more,  and  it  is  important  that  it  be  done  early 
in  the  morning. 

Having  several  large  blocks  of  Plum  Trees,  about  65,000  trees  in  all  to  dispose  of 
this  year,  we  are  offering  them  at  a very  low  price.  This  bargain  will  last  only  until 
lot  is  sold,  no  longer.  We  advise  our  customers  to  order  early  and  take  advantage  of 
this  opportunity.  Trees  are  all  two  years  old,  carefully  graded  and  first-class  in  their 
sizes.  We  take  great  pleasure  in  offering  these  trees  and  have  prepared  for  a rush  of 
orders  from  customers  who  will  take  advantage  of  this  offer. 

ORDER  OF  RIPENING 

The  varieties  of  plums  we  offer  ripen  in  the  following  order:  Red  June,  Abund- 

ance, Climax,  Bradshaw,  Moore’s  Arctic,  Imperial  Gage,  Shiro,  Burbank,  Lombard,  Ship- 
pers Pride,  Gueii,  Reine  Claude,  Yellow  Egg,  Coe’s  Golden  Drop,  Wickson,  Grand  Duke, 
Monarch,  German  Prune,  Italian  Prune,  York  State,  Shropshire  Damson. 


PRICES  OF  PLUMS 

Each  Per  10 

Largest  size,  XXX,  5 to  7 ft $0.30  $2.75 

Medium  size,  XX,  4 to  6 ft 25  2.25 

Smaller  size,  X,  3 to  4 ft 20  1.75 

All  trees  carefully  graded  and  first-class  in  their  sizes. 


Per  100 
$25.00 
20.00 
15.00 


Lombard 


AMERICAN  AND  EUROPEAN 
Archduke — A large,  black  and  very  pro- 
lific plum,  ripening  early  in  October.  Good 
for  both  dessert  and  the  kitchen.  Early 
October. 

Bradshaw — Very  large;  dark  violet  red. 


Flesh  juicy  and  of  fine  quality.  Tree  vig- 
orous and  productive.  Valuable  for  mar- 
ket. August. 

De  Soto — Medium;  bright  red.  Sweet 
and  rich.  Hardy  and  productive.  Popular 
in  West  and  North. 

Fellemhurg — Medium;  dark  blue.  Rich 
and  juicy.  Fine  for  drying.  Last  of  Sept. 

German  Prune — Large,  long,  oval;  dark 
purple.  Flesh  fine  quality;  rich  and  juicy. 
Very  best  Plum  for  drying.  Tree  upright 
grower  and  vigorous.  The  most  productive 
variety.  Ripe  in  September. 

Gueii — Very  large;  deep  bluish-purple. 
Flesh  yellowish  and  sweet.  A great  early 
bearer.  Hardy  and  rapid  grower.  Sept. 

Imperial  Gage — Medium  size;  yellow, 
juicy,  rich.  Productive  and  strong  grower. 
August. 

Lombard — One  of  the  most  popular  of 
all  Plums.  Medium  size;  violet  red.  Flesh 
yellow  and  juicy.  Tree  very  vigorous;  good 
bearer.  September. 

Monarch — Large,  roundish-oval;  purp- 
lish-blue. Freestone.  Good  quality  for 
home  or  the  market.  October. 


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Moore’s  Arctic — -Medium;  purplish-black. 
Juicy  and  sweet.  Very  hardy.  August. 

Pond’s  Seedling — A magnificent  Plum; 
light  red  changing  to  violet.  Flesh  rather 
coarse.  Vigorous  grower  and  most  abun- 
dant bearer.  One  of  the  most  popular  in 
cultivation. 

Reine  Claude — Very  large;  fine  flavor; 
roundish-oval.  Greenish  marked  with  red 
in  the  sun.  Last  of  September. 

Shropshire  Damson — An  English  va- 
riety; fine  for  preserving.  Larger  and 
much  more  desirable  than  the  common 
Damson.  Very  reliable  and  abundant 
bearer.  Tree  vigorous  grower  and  very 
hardy.  October. 

Shipper’s  Pride — Large,  nearly  round; 
dark  purple;  very  showy.  Quality  fine; 
juicy  and  sweet.  Unusually  good  shipper. 
Very  hardy  and  productive.  Ripens  from 
first  to  middle  of  September. 

Yellow  Egg — Very  large  and  beautiful. 
A little  coarse;  excellent  for  cooking.  Tree 
vigorous  and  productive.  August. 

Weaver — Large;  purple.  Very  prolific, 
fine  quality;  good  bearer.  Extremely 
hardy.  September. 


JAPANESE  PLUMS 

To  Japan  we  owe  many  valuable  fruits 
and  flowers;  but  perhaps  the  most  valu- 
able in  many  respects,  are  the  plums  re- 
cently introduced  from  that  country.  First, 
the  trees  are  hardy  and  perfectly  healthy; 
second,  they  are  remarkably  strong  and 
beautiful  growers,  and  early  bearers,  or- 
chard trees  bearing  the  second  season  after 
transplanting;  third,  they  yield  immense 
crops  of  fruit,  which  is  practically  exempt 
from  the  attacks  of  the  curculio;  fourth, 
by  planting  the  different  varieties,  one  can 
have  plums  for  a period  of  nearly  three 
months. 

Abundance — The  fruit  is  full  medium 
size;  color  a rich,  bright  cherry  red  with  a 
distinct  bloom,  and  highly  perfumed;  flesh 
light  yellow,  very  juicy  and  tender  and  of 
excellent  quality.  Last  of  July. 

Burbank — In  general  character  very 
similar  to  Abundance  but  of  deeper  color, 
and  ripening  later  in  the  season.  The  fruit 
is  nearly  globular,  clear  cherry  red  with  a 
thin  lilac  bloom;  flesh  a deep  yellow,  very 
sweet,  with  a peculiar  and  very  agreeable 
flavor.  Tree  is  a vigorous  grower,  with 
large  and  broad  leaves;  very  prolific.  Mid- 
dle of  August. 


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Chaleo — (Chabot. ) Very  large,  pointed, 
tapering  gradually  from  a heart-shaped 
l)ase;  color  bright  red  purple,  on  a yellow 
ground;  very  showy.  Tree  a good  grower, 
blooms  two  weeks  later  than  Abundance, 
thus  escaping  the  spring  frosts,  and  a 
most  abundant  bearer.  Ripens  a little  later 
than  Burbank.  Last  of  August. 

Climax — Very  large;  deep  dark  red; 
flesh  yellow,  deliciously  flavored;  extremely 
early  and  a leader  among  shipping  plums. 
Tree  vigorous  and  remarkably  produc- 
tive. June. 

Hale — Large;  orange  color,  thickly  over- 
laid with  mottled  red;  very  handsome; 
flesh  yellow,  with  a very  delicious,  slightly 
acid  flavor.  An  upright  grower.  Ripens 
with  Satsuma. 

October  Purple — One  of  Luther  Bur- 
bank’s Hybrids  and  considered  by  him  one 
of  his  best.  Large,  purple,  yellow  flesh; 
very  late. 


Red  June — Medium  to  nearly  large; 
long,  pointed;  deep  vermillion  red,  with  a 
handsome  bloom;  very  showy;  flesh  light 
lemon  yellow  or  whitish,  firm,  moderately 
juicy,  slightly  sub-acid,  of  good  quality; 
pit  small.  Tree  upright,  slightly  spreading, 
vigorous,  hardy  and  productive.  Ripens 
before  Abundance.  Middle  of  July. 

Satsuma — Large;  flesh  is  solid,  of  a 
purplish  crimson  color  from  pit  to  skin, 
juicy  and  of  fine  quality.  Pit  exceedingly 
small,  very  little  larger  than  a cherry 
stone.  Tree  a strong  vigorous  grower,  with 
a brownish  bark  and  lanceolate  foliage. 
Last  of  August. 

AVickson — Very  large;  glowing  carmine, 
with  a heavy  white  bloom;  flesh  firm, 
sugary,  delicious;  pit  small.  It  will  keep 
two  weeks  or  more  after  ripening,  or  can 
be  picked  when  hard  and  white;  and  will 
color  and  ripen  almost  as  well  as  if  left 
on  the  tree.  Last  of  August. 


II 


PEACH  growing  is  to-day  a great  industry  and  there  are  a great  many  young 
orchards  being  planted  throughout  the  country.  The  ease  with  which  these  trees 
may  be  cultivated,  their  freedom  from  disease,  the  short  period  before  they  become 
productive,  together  with  the  immense  demand  for  the  fruit  and  the  facility  with 
which  it  may  be  shipped  to  markets,  make  Peach  growing  extremely  profitable. 

To  secure  healthy,  vigorous  and  fruitful  trees  the  ground  must  be  kept  clean  and 
mellow,  and  should  receive  an  occasional  dressing  of  wood  ashes. 

To  keep  the  trees  in  good  shape  it  is  necessary  that  they  should  be  pruned  yearly, 
all  the  dead  and  useless  wood  cut  out  and  light  and  air  let  in. 

Following  is  a list  of  the  more  common  and  most  profitable  varieties  of  Peaches: 

ORDER  OF  RIPENING 

Carman,  Early  Rivers,  Greensboro,  Champion,  Mt.  Rose,  Early  Crawford,  Niagara, 
Old  Mixon,  Crosby,  Fitzgerald,  Elberta,  Hill’s  Chili,  Crawford’s  Late,  Chair’s  Choice 
and  Beer’s  Smock. 


PRICES  OF  PEACHES 

Each  Per  10 

Largest  size»  XXX,  4 to  6 ftu $0.15  $1.25 

Medium  size,  XX,  3 to  4 ft .12  1.00 

Smaller  size,  X,  2 to  3 ft 10  .75 


Per  100 

$10.00 

8.00 

6.00 


Alexander — Medium;  color  deep  maroon, 
handsomely  shaded;  rich  and  good;  flesh 
firm.  Fine,  hardy  and  productive.  Early 
June. 

Beer’s  Smock — A very  large,  yellow 
peach;  valuable  for  market.  Oct.  10  to  15. 

Belle — (Belle  of  Georgia.)  Very  large; 
skin  white  with  red  cheek;  flesh  white, 
firm  and  of  excellent  flavor.  Tree  a rapid 


grower,  very  prolific;  fine  shipper.  Ripens 
with  Crawford’s  Early. 

Carman — New,  hardy,  rot-proof  Peach. 
Large,  oblong;  pale  yellow  with  deep  blush. 
Skin  tough.  Juicy  and  fine  flavor.  Very 
hardy  and  productive.  Clingstone.  Aug. 

Champion — Very  large;  some  specimens 
over  ten  inches  in  circumference.  Hardy 
and  productive.  Freestone.  Ripens  in  Aug. 


Champion 


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Greensboro — Ripens  with  Alexander,  but 
is  twice  the  size  of  that  variety,  and  as 
beautifully  colored — a bright  red  on  a yel- 
low ground.  It  ripens  perfectly  to  the  pit, 
from  which  it  parts  freely  when  matured. 
Flesh  white,  juicy  and  good.  July. 

^ Hill’s  Chili — Medium;  deep  yellow  shad- 
ed with  dark  red.  Hardy,  vigorous  and 
productive.  Good  market  variety.  First 
of  September.  Freestone. 

Iron  Mountain — Fruit  very  large;  white; 
freestone;  quality  good;  very  hardy  in 
bud;  white  inside  at  pit.  September. 

Kalamazoo  — Large;  yellow;  good 

quality.  Very  productive.  Popular  in 
Michigan. 

Mayflower — A new  variety  of  the  great- 
est merit.  In  color  is  practically  red  all 
over  even  before  it  is  ripe  enough  to  ship. 
It  is  the  earliest  peach  known  and  there- 
fore extremely  valuable  as  a market  va- 
riety. A strong  thrifty  grower  and  an 
abundant  bearer. 

Mountain  Rose — Large;  red.  Flesh 

white,  excellent;  one  of  the  best  early 
Peaches.  Should  be  in  every  collection. 
Freestone.  First  of  August. 


Crawford  Early — Very  large;  yellow 
with  red  cheek.  Flesh  yellow,  rich,  sweet 
and  luscious.  Very  vigorous  and  produc- 
tive. One  of  the  best  early  yellow  Peaches. 
Early  September.  Freestone. 

Crawford  Late — Fruit  large  size;  yellow 
with  dull  red  cheek.  Flesh  yellow.  Tree 
vigorous  and  productive.  One  of  the  finest 
late  sorts.  Last  of  September.  Freestone. 

Chair’s  Choice — Deep  yellow,  red  cheek. 
Flesh  yellow.  Ripens  in  October.  Free- 
stone. 

Crosby — Large;  yellow,  extremely  de- 
licious. Tree  hardy  and  productive.  Middle 
of  September. 

Early  Rivers — Large;  pale,  straw  yellow, 
delicate  pink  cheek.  Middle  of  August. 
Freestone. 

Elberta — Among  Peaches  Elberta  takes 
the  lead  for  beauty,  size  and  quality. 
Larger  than  Crawford’s  Early.  One  of  the 
finest  freestone  Peaches.  Follows  Early 
Crawford.  Best  market  Peach  known. 

Globe — Rapid,  vigorous  grower  and  an 
enormous  bearer.  Fruit  very  large.  Flesh 
firm,  juicy,  yellow  crimson  near  pit.  Fine 
quality,  freestone.  September 


Carman 


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Elberta 


Niagara — Originated  in  Western  New 
York;  surpasses  Elberta  and  Crawford  in 
flavor,  color,  quality  and  vigor.  Ripens 
between  Crawford  and  Elberta. 

Old  Mixon  Freestone — Fruit  large,  oval; 
skin  yellowish  white,  with  a red  cheek; 
flesh  white,  but  red  at  the  stone;  rich, 
sugary  and  excellent.  Tree  vigorous  and 
very  productive.  Middle  of  September. 

Salway — Large;  deep  yellow,  red  cheek. 
Flesh  yellow,  juicy.  Freestone.  October. 

Smock — Large  size;  light  orange  yellow 
with  red  cheek.  Flesh  yellow,  juicy  and 
rich.  Freestone.  October. 

Stevens’  Rareripe  — Large,  yellowish 
white.  Flesh  white,  juicy.  Later  than 
Late  Crawford.  Freestone.  Sept,  and  Oct. 

Stump  of  the  World — Very  large, 
roundish;  skin  white  with  bright  red 
cheek.  Flesh  white,  juicy  and  good.  Free- 
stone. End  of  September. 


Triumph — The  tree  is  a strong  grower; 
blossoms  late,  with  large  flowers,  and  is 
an  early  and  abundant  bearer;  fruit  of 
large  size,  with  small  pit;  skin  yellow, 
neatly  covered  #ith  red,  showing  dark 
crimson  on  the  sunny  side;  flesh  bright 
yellow,  ripening  evenly  to  the  pit.  Ripens 
w^  Alexander.  July. 

Warden — A new  early  peach,  remarkably 
hardy  in  wood  and  fruit  bud.  The  tree  is 
a vigorous  grower  and  very  productive. 
Fruit  of  large  size;  skin  thick;  flesh  Arm, 
rich,  sweet  and  melting;  free  from  rot,  a 
good  keeper  and  a good  shipper;  freestone. 
Ripens  a few  days  before  Carman.  The 
hardiest  peach  of  its  season.  July. 

Wager — Medium;  yellow  with  red  cheek. 
Rich  and  sweet.  Good  keeper  and  shipper. 
Fine  canner.  Vigorous  and  sure  cropper. 
Freestone.  Early  September. 

Waterloo  — A seedling  originated  in 
Waterloo,  N.  Y. ; medium  to  large;  skin 
whitish  green,  marbled  with  purple;  juicy 
and  vinous.  Ripens  with  Alexander,  and 
is  the  best  flavored  of  the  earliest  peaches. 

Willet — Bright  yellow,  mostly  covered 
with  red.  Flesh  juicy  and  rich.  Freestone. 
September. 

Yellow  St.  John — Large;  yellow  with 
deep  red  cheek.  Flesh  yellow,  sweet,  juicy. 
Bears  young.  Ripens  before  Early  Craw- 
ford. 


Triumph 


WILL  BUY  OF  US  HEREAFTER  

Maryland,  Nov.  10,  1913. 

Gentlemen: — Enclosed  please  post  order  in  settlement  in  full  for  trees 
and  plants. 

Trees  arrived  in  good  shape  and  were  very  fine.  “Thanks.” 

Hope  to  send  more  orders  for  next  season,  I remain. 

Yours  truly, 

G.  G.  BOWLUS. 


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GRAPES 


These  require  a warm,  well  drained  soil,  deeply  worked  and  manured.  Should 
be  grown  on  a slope  to  the  south  or  east,  as  they  require  lots  of  sun.  Plant  eight 
to  sixteen  feet  apart  according  to  variety  in  rows  ten  feet  apart.  Plants  should  be 
thoroughly  pruned  in  November  or  December  when  the  wood  is  ripe.  Enormous  profits 
have  been  realized  from  this  fruit.  Vines  produce  4 0 to  5 0 pounds  of  fruit  the  fourth 
year  from  planting.  An  acre  holds  680  vines.  Following  is  a list  of  the  more  common, 
productive  and  hardy  varieties: 

PRICES  OF  GRAPE  VINES  (Except  as  Noted). 

Each  12c;  $1.00  per  10;  $7.50  per  100;  $60.00  per  1,000. 


Agawam — Medium  size;  jet  black,  sweet 
and  melting,  hardy  and  prolific.  A fine 
early  variety. 

Brighton— Bunch  large,  rather  irregu- 
lar; berries  above  medium,  round,  dark 
red;  quality  best.  Ripens  early.  Sept. 

Campbell’s  Early — Vine  strong,  vigorous 
and  very  productive;  clusters  large  and 
perfect;  berries  large,  black,  with  a purple 
bloom;  skin  thin;  an  admirable  keeper  and 
shipper;  flavor  rich;  sweet,  slightly  vinous. 
Early  September.  20c  each;  dozen,  $2.00. 

Catawba — Bunches  and  berries  large; 
skin  pale  red;  flesh  juicy,  sweet  and  highly 
aromatic.  Vine  productive,  but  uncertain 
except  in  favored  locations.  October. 

Cortland — (New).  Origin  Cortland  Co., 
N.  Y.  Early,  fruit  of  good  quality,  the 
clusters  very  compact  and  of  fair  size, 
berries  quite  large  with  a thin  skin  and 
very  little  pulp.  Color  black.  Free  from 
mildew  or  rot  and  the  vines  require  no 
protection  in  the  coldest  climate  where 
grape  vines  grow.  Season  middle  of  Aug. 


CONCORD — DECIDEDLY  THE  MOST 
POPULAR  GRAPE  in  America.  There 
are  more  Concords  planted  by  vineyardists 
than  all  other  varieties  combined.  Bunch 
large,  shouldered,  compact;  berries  large, 
covered  with  a rich  bloom;  skin  tender,  but 
sufficiently  firm  to  carry  well  to  distant 
markets.  For  general  cultivation  the  most 
reliable  and  profitable  variety.  Price,  3 
for  25c;  10  for  75c;  100  for  $6.00;  1,000 
for  $45.00. 

Delaware — Bunches  rather  small,  com- 
pact, shouldered;  berries  small,  round, 
beautifully  rose  colored;  skin  thin;  flesh 
juicy,  very  sweet,  but  with  a high  vinous 
flavor;  unsurpassed  in  quality.  Vine  rather 
a slow  grower.  September. 

Diamond — (Moore’s).  The  vine  in  vigor 
of  growth,  foliage  and  hardiness,  resembles 
Concord;  bunch  large  and  compact,  berries 
round,  of  delicate  greenish  white,  with  a 
rich  yellow  tinge;  skin  smooth  and  en- 
tirely free  from  brown  spots  and  dots;  very 
few  seeds;  juicy  and  free  from  pulp.  Ripens 
with  Worden.  Early  September. 


Early  Ohio — The  earliest  good  black 
grape  known;  ripens  ten  days  to  two  weeks 
before  Moore’s  Early.  Bunch  large,  com- 
pact, shouldered;  berry  medium,  covered 
with  heavy  bloom;  leaves  very  large,  thick, 
leathery;  foliage  heavy  and  perfectly 
healthy.  Fully  as  hardy  or  more  so,  than 
Concord.  A vigorous  grower,  very  pro- 
ductive and  of  good  quality.  Berry  ad- 
heres firmly  to  stem.  One  of  the  best  ship- 
pers. The  only  early  grape  that  will  not 
shell. 


Empire  State — Vine  a vigorous  grower, 
healthy  and  very  productive;  bunches  large, 
shouldered;  berry  medium  to  large,  round- 
ish oval;  color  white  with  a very  slight 
tinge  of  yellow,  covered  with  a thick  white 
bloom;  flesh  tender,  juicy,  sweet  and 
sprightly.  Ripens  with  Concord.  Sept. 

Green  Mountain — White,  bunches  large 
and  compact;  berries  large  and  of  good 
quality.  A flne  early  white  grape.  Aug. 

Hartford  Prolific — Bunches  large,  rather 
compact;  berries  large,  round,  black,  skin 
thick.  Early  September. 


Worden 


Moore’s  Early — This  very  valuable  black 
grape  is  a seedling  of  the  Concord.  The 
vine  is  fully  as  hardy  and  healthy  as  its 
parent,  while  the  fruit  is  large,  more  beau- 
tiful and  of  better  quality.  First  of  Sept. 

Niagara — The  vine  is  a strong  grower 
and  hardy;  the  leaves  are  a dark  glossy 
green,  thick  and  leathery;  bunches  large 
and  very  compact;  berries  large;  skin  thin 
but  tough;  quality  fair.  Early  September. 

Pocklington — Vine  hardy,  healthy,  vig- 
orous, with  short,  jointed  shoots;  leaves 
large,  thick,  tough  and  downy;  productive; 
bunches  and  berries  of  the  largest  size; 
color  a golden  yellow,  covered  with  a fine 
bloom.  September. 

Salem — Bunch  large,  shouldered,  com- 
pact. Berries  large,  round,  Catawba  color; 
skin  thick  and  firm;  flesh  sweet,  tender 
with  a rich  aromatic  flavor.  Vine  moder- 
ately vigorous,  hardy,  healthy;  ripens 
early.  It  is  a splendid  keeper.  September. 

Wilder — Bunch  large,  shouldered,  com- 
pact. Berries  large,  black  skin  thin  but 
firm,  sweet,  tender,  good  flavor,  good 
keeper,  moderate  grower.  September. 

Worden  — Bunches  large,  handsome, 
double  shouldered;  berries  large,  sweet, 
lively.  Vine  very  thrifty  and  vigorous;  per- 
fectly hardy,  healthy  and  a good  bearer. 
September. 


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CURRANTS 


CURRANTS  are  the  most  profitable  of  small  fruits.  An  acre  yields  from  200  to 
250  bushels  of  fruit,  bringing  a price  of  from  $4.00  to  $5.00  per  bushel.  Plants 
should  be  set  in  rows  four  feet  each  way,  allowing  plenty  of  light  and  air.  For 
protection  against  the  currant  worm  dust  a little  white  hellebore  powder  over  the 
bushes  when  the  leaves  are  damp.  Do  this  as  soon  as  worms  appear. 


Fay’s  Prolific 


Cherry — Strong  grower,  fruit  very  large. 
Each,  10;  12  for  75c;  100,  $5.00. 

Fay’s  Prolific — Extra  large  stems  and 
berries  uniform  in  size.  Easy  to  pick;  ex- 
ceedingly productive.  Bush  vigorous,  but 
not  as  strong  grower  as  some  varieties. 
Each,  10c;  12  for  75c;  100,  $5.00. 

Lee’s  Prolific  (Black) — One  of  the  best 
black  Currants;  fruit  large,  produces 
abundantly.  Each,  10c;  12  for  75c;  100, 
$6.00. 

North  Star — The  average  length  of  the 
bunches  is  four  inches;  the  berries  from  a 
single  bunch,  thirty  in  number,  placed  side 
by  side,  touching,  covered  a line  twelve 
inches  long.  The  fruit  is  very  sweet  and 
rich  in  quality,  firm;  a good  market  berry; 
desirable  as  a dessert  fruit  in  its  natural 
state,  and  unequalled  for  jelly.  The  length 
and  abundance  of  the  clusters  make  it 
possible  to  pick  25  per  cent  more  fruit  than 
from  other  sorts.  Each,  10c;  12  for  7.5c; 
100,  $6.00. 


Perfection — In  color  it  is  a beautiful 
bright  red,  a size  larger  than  the  Fay; 
clusters  average  longer  and  the  size  of 
berries  is  maintained  to  the  end  of  the 
bunch.  It  is  one  of  the  most  productive 
Currants  we  have  ever  known;  quality  is 
superior  to  anything  in  the  market,  being 
of  a rich,  mild,  sub-acid  flavor  and  having 
plenty  of  pulp  with  few  seeds.  Each,  15c; 
12  for  $1.50;  100,  $12.00. 

Pomona — Medium  size,  clear  bright  red, 
excellent  in  quality;  hangs  long  time  after 
ripe;  holds  up  well  on  market;  is  one  of 
the  best  for  shipping;  easily  and  cheaply 
picked.  Holds  an  unparalleled  record  for 
actual  acreage  yield.  Each,  10c;  12  for 
75c;  100,  $6.00. 

Prince  Albert — A good  grower,  with 
large  heavy  foliage,  which  holds  very  late. 
Fruit  large,  bright  red,  of  good  quality, 
and  ripens  late,  after  other  sorts  are  gone. 
Each,  10c;  12  for  75c;  100,  $6.00. 

Red  Cross — ^Much  superior  to  Fay’s  in 
every  respect.  It  is  the  most  vigorous 
grower  of  all  Currants  we  have  tested. 
Each,  10c;  12  for  75c;  100,  $6.00. 

Red  Dutch — An  old,  well  known  sort, 
berry  of  medium  size  and  good  quality; 
bunch  long,  plant  an  upright  grower  and 
very  prolific.  Each,  10c;  12  for  75c;  100, 
$6.00. 

White  Grape — The  largest  and  most  pro- 
ductive white  Currant  grown;  flavor  sweet; 
fine  for  table.  Each,  10c;  12  for  75c;  100, 
,$6.00. 

Wilder — It  is  one  of  the  strongest  grow- 
ers and  very  productive.  Bunches  of  ber- 
ries very  large,  bright,  attractive  red  color, 
and  hang  on  bushes  longer  than  any  other 
variety.  Each,  10c;  12  for  75c;  100,  $5.00. 

Also  Black  Naples,  London  Market  and 
Victoria. 


QUALITY  IS  APPRECIATED 

Ohio,  Sept.  20,  1913. 

Dear  Friends: — 

The  plants  received  all  O.  K.,  and  they 
are  certainly  fine.  Please  find  enclosed 
full  amount  of  order  $17.00. 

Yours  with  respect, 
WILLIAM  HARE. 


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GOOSEBERRIES 


The  interest  in  and  demand  for  this  fruit  is  constantly  growing.  The  expense  of 
cultivation  is  light  and  returns  most  satisfactory.  Good  plants  should  produce 
200  bushels  per  acre  third  year  after  planting,  and  300  to  400  bushels  the  fifth 
year.  Gooseberries  bring  $4.00  to  $6.00  per  bushel. 


Downing — Large,  handsome,  pale  green, 
of  splendid  quality  for  both  cooking  and 
table  use.  Each,  15c;  12  for  $1.50;  100, 
$10.00. 

Houghton — A very  productive  hardy 
berry,  of  medium  size,  and  for  general  pur- 
poses one  of  the  best.  Each,  15c;  12  for 
$1.50;  100,  $10.00. 

Red  Jacket — An  American  Seedling  of 
large  size;  smooth,  prolific  and  hardy,  of 


best  quality.  A wonderful  cropper.  Each, 
20c;  12  for  $2.00;  100,  $12.00. 

Pearl — Best  American  variety;  very 
hardy,  free  from  mildew,  superior  in  size 
and  quality  and  more  productive  than 
Downing.  Each,  15c;  12  for  $1.45;  100, 
,$10.00. 

Also  Industry,  Smith’s  Improved  and 
Whitesmith.  Gooseberries  sent  by  mail, 
add  Ic  per  plant. 


Pennsylvania,  Oct.  8,  1913. 

Dear  Sirs: — Please  find  enclosed  $6.00  for  shrubs  received.  All  were  in 
fine  shape  and  were  set  according  to  directions.  We  trust  they  may  do  well. 
Kindly  send  me  Catalogue.  We  will  order  something  later  on. 

Yours  truly, 

NELLIE  A.  VANDERPOOL. 


Buy  Direct  From  the  Grower 

In  the  Farmer’s  Bulletin,  No.  113  of  the  United  States  Department  of 
Agriculture,  it  says  : 

If  the  farmer  makes  his  purchase  direct  from  the  nurserymen,  he  will 
save  the  expense  of  the  middleman  or  agent,  and  is  less  liable  to  the  mistakes  and 
injuries  that  occur  through  repeated  handling.” 

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RED  RASPBERRIES 

Raspberries  succeed  in  a rich,  mellow  soil.  They  should  be  planted  four  feet 
apart  in  rows  five  or  six  feet  apart.  They  are  easily  cultivated,  only  requiring 
manuring  and  cutting  out  of  dead  wood  and  suckers.  Old  canes  should  be  re- 
moved after  bearing  season  is  over.  If  the  location  is  much  exposed,  plants  may  be 
protected  from  severe  cold  by  raising  the  earth  between  the  hills  into  a bank  or  mound. 
Then  bend  down  the  plants  to  meet,  fasten  them  and  cover  them  with  earth  or  coarse 
litter.  In  the  spring  uncover  and  tie  to  stakes. 

PRICES  OF  RASPBERRIES  (Except  as  Noted). 

51)c.  per  12;  .$2.00  per  100;  $12.00  per  1,000. 


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St.  Regis 

THE  EVERBEARING  RASPBERRY — 
ST.  REGIS. 

It  Bears  the  First  Season. 

One  of  the  greatest  Raspberries  ever 
introduced.  Plants  of  the  ST.  REGIS  put 
out  in  the  Fall  or  early  April  gave  ripe 
berries  on  the  2 0th  of  June.  For  four 
weeks  thereafter  the  yield  was  heavy  and 
the  canes  continued  to  produce  ripe  fruit 
without  intermission  until  late  October. 
The  berries  were  large  and  beautiful,  firm 
and  full  flavored,  to  the  very  last.  The  ST. 
REGIS  is  the  only  Raspberry,  as  far  as 
known,  that  is  practically  sure  to  produce 
a crop  of  fruit  the  season  planted.  Award- 
ed the  highest  certificate  of  merit  by  the 
AMERICAN  INSTITUTE  OF  NEW  YORK. 
6 for  50  cents — 12  for  $1.00 — 25  for  $2.00 


Columbian — For  canning  purposes  it  is 
undoubtedly  the  very  best  Raspberry  in 
cultivation,  yielding  as  high  as  8,000  quarts 
per  acre.  Perfectly  hardy  and  grown  large- 
ly for  evaporating,  retaining  color,  form 
and  flavor  remarkably. 

Cuthbert — It  is  the  leading  market  va- 
riety all  over  the  country.  Flavor  sweet, 
rich,  luscious. 

Herbert  (Iron-clad  variety) — New,  out- 
classes all  in  hardiness.  Fruit  is  bright 
red,  somewhat  oblong  in  shape.  Largest 
of  all  Red  Raspberries;  sweet,  juicy.  Very 
best  for  table  use.  Enormously  produc- 
tive; outbears  the  Cuthbert  and  is  a week 
earlier.  Holds  its  size  well  to  the  end  of 
the  season. 

Marlboro — Large  size;  light  crimson 
color;  good  quality  and  firm. 


Herbert 


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BLACKBERRIES 


NY  moderately  rich  soil  will  answer  for  their  cultivation,  but  to  avoid  too  strong 
a growth  and  straggling  habit,  pinch  the  ends  of  the  shoots  during  the  season. 
This  will  give  you  more  fruit  and  a better  shaped  bush, 

PRICES  OF  BLACItBERRTES  (Except  Fdowers). 

(>Oc  per  12;  .$3.00  per  100  .$20.00  per  1,000. 

Blowers — “The  Giant  of  all  Blackber- 
ries.” An  upright,  mammoth  grower;  very 
hardy  and  enormously  productive.  A sin- 
gle plant  produced  over  2,600  berries.  It 
commences  to  ripen  about  the  middle  of 
July  and  bears  about  two  months.  Prices 
4 for  25c;  12,  00c;  100,  $3.50;  1,000, 

$25.00. 

Eldoraclo^ — One  of  the  hardiest;  fruit 
medium  to  large;  sweet,  juicy,  good  color. 

Rathlnm — Fruit  very  large,  with  small 
seeds,  no  hard  core.  Sweet,  luscious,  high 
flavor;  color  jet  black;  firm.  Plant  strong, 
erect.  Roots  at  the  tips  like  the  blackcap; 
hardy  and  prolific. 

Snyder — Plants  vigorous,  healthy,  canes 
large,  upright,  hardy.  Fruit  medium, 
roundish. 

Taylor — It  is  so  extremely  hardy  as  to 
have  stood  30  degrees  below  zero  un- 
harmed. Berries  large  and  of  the  highest 
quality.  One  of  the  best  for  garden. 

Wilson’s  Early — Very  large  size,  oblong 
oval,  black,  quite  firm,  rich,  sw^eet  and 
good.  Ripens  early  and  matures  its  fruit 
rapidly;  retains  its  color  well  after  pick- 
ing. 

Also  AgaAvam,  Erie  and  Wilson’s  Junior. 

DEAVBERRIES. 

Prices  of  Dewberries,  85c  per  12;  $4.00 
per  100;  $30.00  per  1,000.  - 

Austin — Very  early,  of  good  quality. 

Best  for  north  and  northwest. 

Lucretia — The  best  and  most  dependable 
Dewberry.  Large,  jet  black,  highly 

flavored  and  hardy.  A profitable  market  , „ . ^ r.  . 

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Selecting  the  Best  Berry  Tops  for  Transplanting 

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Big  Ben  Strawberry 


First  of  small  fruits  come  Strawberries.  These  should  be  planted  in  April,  May- 
or October,  in  good  ground  well  worked  and  manured  with  muck,  wood  ashes  or 
bone  dust.  Set  plants  fifteen  inches  apart  in  rows  three  feet  apart  for  field  culture 
and  fifteen  inches  for  garden  culture.  Mulch  late  in  the  Fall  and  uncover  early  in  the 
Spring.  Varieties  which  are  imperfect  must  be  planted  together  with  perfect  varieties. 
We  have  growing  and  offer  for  sale  some  of  the  finest  plants  that  can  be  grown.  Follow- 
ing is  a list  of  some  of  the  most  popular  varieties  we  handle.  Strawberries  may  be  sent 
by  mail.  At  dozen  rates  we  prepay  postage;  to  prepay  at  hundred  rates  add  2 0c  to 
price  per  hundred. 


PRICES  OF  STRAWBERRIES 
25c  per  10;  75c  per  100;  $6.00  per  1,000. 


Ben — The  fruit  is  very  large;  plant 
is  a strong  grower,  fruit  is  fine  in  quality 
and  combines  about  all  the  good  points 
that  you  would  naturally  expect  one  berry 
to  possess. 

Bismark — Season,  medium  late;  one  of 
the  most  productive,  large,  perfect  fiower* 
ing  berries  ever  introduced;  colors  all  over 
at  once;  very  bright  red  and  delicious;  a 
good  shipper. 

Brandywine — Another  fine  late  variety, 
with  very  strong,  healthy  foliage;  very 
firm  and  is  of  high  attractive  color. 


Bubach  (P) — ^Large  and  handsome; 
conical,  bright  scarlet,  fair  quality.  Sea- 
son early  to  medium. 

Climax — Enormously  productive,  of  good 
size,  finely  fiavored,  perfectly  formed  ber- 
ries, ripening  extremely  early. 

Clyde — Berries  large,  cone  shape,  as 
pretty  as  a top;  color,  a bright  crimson  to 
the  center;  very  valuable. 

Gandy — The  popular,  late  market  berry, 
always  commanding  fancy  prices. 
*^^leiimary — A fine,  large,  late  berry  of 
excellent  quality. 

Haverland  (P) — Large,  long,  bright  red; 
a great  yielder. 


STRAWBERRIES— (Continued) 


Klondilce  — Particularly  valuable  for 
fancy  family  trade;  ships  ^e]l  for  so  large 
a berry;  season,  medium  early  to  very  late; 
ripening  even;  color  fine;  good  on  light  and 
heavy  soil. 

Marshall — Makes  a few  runners;  should 
be  grown  in  hills  or  narrow  row;  very 
large,  dark  berries;  red  to  the  center;  a 
first  class  sweet  berry  for  family  use,  of  the 
best  quality. 

Michael’s  Early — Long  been  known  as 
the  extra  early  berry;  a strong  grower; 
good  vTeld;  good  quality;  fair  size  for  so 
i berry. 


Midnight — A strong  grower;  even  form; 
good  color;  prolific  bearer;  better  for  home 
use,  being,  a little  soft  for  shipping. 

New  Home — The  very  best  Strawberry 
for^home.  use  in  the  world.  Fruit  large, 
slightly  flattened,  sweet,  possessing  the  de- 
lightful wild  strawberry  flavor;  rich,  red 
flesh;  melting,  seeds  few,  hull  easily  re- 
moved. $2.50  for  50  plants,  or  $4.00  per 
100. 


New  York — Large,  smooth  berry;  ripens 
evenly;  very  strong,  healthy  growth;  fine 
rocket  and  table  berry, 
barker’s  Earle — Large  uniform  size; 
color,  deep  blood  red;  good  shipper.  Per- 
fect. 

Sample — In  productiveness  it  is  perhaps_ 
surpassed  by  none.  The  fruit  is  very  large. 
Of  fine  quality,  but  not  the  best. 

Senator  Dunlap — Very  productive.  Large, 
bright,  or  slightly  dark  red.  Quality  the 
very  best. 

•^Stevens’  Late  Champion — Large,  light 
red  berries,  pointed  globular;  regular  and 
perfect  in  form;  very  firm  and  of  extra 
high  quality.  An  ideal  plant  to  produce 
large  berries  and  yield  an  enoromus  quan- 
tity of  them.  Season  late. 

Warfield — This  is  the  great  early  mar- 
ket berry;  a first  class  berry  of  high  color; 
nice  shape  and  a strong  grower. 

Wm.  Belt — Very  large,  conical;  color, 
bright  red;  quality  very  good.  Season 
medium  to  late. 


Klondike 


Garden  Roots 

ASPARAGUS 

Cultivation — See  that  the  ground  is  well 
drained,  naturally  or  otherwise,  work  it  up 
fine  and  deep  and  make  it  very  rich  with 
well  rotted  barnyard  manure.  Locate  the 
plants,  eights  inches  apart,  rows  three  feet 
apart.  Spread  out  the  roots  in  a trench 
made  deep  enough  to  permit  their  crowns 
to  be  covered  with  three  or  four  inches  of 
mellow  earth.  Give  the  bed  liberal  dress- 
ings of  manure  at  intervals,  and  except 
near  the  sea-shore,  three  pounds  of  salt 
per  square  yard  early  every  spring.  Do 
not  cut  for  use  until  the  plants  have  grown 
two  seasons. 

A bed  once  planted  suffers  no  deteriora- 
tion for  thirty  years  or  more,  if  it  is  proper- 
'ly  . attended  to  and  well  manured.  Prices, 
25  for  25c;  100,  75c;  1,000,  $5.00. 

"^Barr’s  Mammoth — Robust  and  vigorous 
and  throws  large  shoots,  and  they  remain 
white  above  ground  as  long  as  they  are  fit 
for  cutting. 

Coiiover’s"^  Colossal — This  variety  is  re- 
markably tender  and  fine  fiavored. 

Palmetto — An  early  and  great  yielder 
and  very  even  and  regular  in  its  growth. 
It  has  been  tested  both  North  and  South 
and  has  proved  entirely  successful  in  every 
instance. 

Columbian  Mammoth  White — Produces 
shoots  which  are  white  and  remain  so  as 
long  as  fit  for  use.  In  addition  to  the  mar- 
velous advantage  of  its  white  color,  the 
Columbian  Mammoth  White  Asparagus  is 
even  more  robust  and  vigorous  in  habit, 
and  throws  larger  shoots  and  fully  as 
many  of  them,  as  the  Conover’s  Colossal. 


Barr’s  Mammoth 


RHUBARB 

Rhubarb  (or  Pie  Plant) — For  family  or 
market.  Have  you  a bed  of  Rhubarb  in 
your  garden?  If  not,  do  not  fail  to  start 
one  this  Spring.  Set  plants  12  to  18  inches 
apart  in  rows. 


Myatt’s  Linneaus — Early,  tender  and 
very  large,  known  as  the  sweetest  pie  plant. 
Each,  10c;  12  for  60c;  100,  $4.00.  Extra 
large  plants  for  forcing  in  green-houses: 

Each,  15c;  12  for  $1.00;  100,  $5.00. 


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NUT  TREES 


Nut  culture  in  the  United  States  is  in  its  infancy.  Great  strides  are  being  made  both 
in  the  number  of  nut  trees  planted  and  the  improvement  in  variety  and  quality. 
Most  farms  contain  land  that  would  pay  better  planted  in  nut  bearing  trees 
than  in  anything  else;  the  nuts,  in  many  cases,  paying  better  than  farm  crops  or  fruit, 
while  the  trees  are  growing  into  valuable  timber. 


Almond — Hard  Shell — A fine,  hardy  va-  beautiful  and  valuable.  It  is  very  produc- 
riety  with  a large  plump  kernel.  2-3  ft.,  tive  in  nuts,  which  are  much  liked  by  many. 
50c.  Price  of  Black  Walnut  Trees,  4 to  5 feet. 


Soft  Shell — Not  as  hardy  as  above;  ker-  35c  each;  3 to  4 feet,  25c  each. 


nels  sweet  and  rich.  2-3  ft.,  50c. 

American  Sweet  Chestnut — It  is  a native 
of  the  Atlantic  Coast  States,  but  has  come 
into  favor  so  much  that  it  is  planted  North 
and  in  some  of  the  Western  States  with 
success.  It  succeeds  best  if  transplanted 
when  young.  We  have  several  rows  that 
bore  a good  crop  when  five  years  old,  and 
we  have  no  hesitancy  in  stating  that  it 
would  be  one  of  our  best  paying  crops  had 
we  enough  in  bearing  to  make  marketing 
necessary.  Prices  of  trees,  3 to  4 ft.,  30c 
each;  10,  $2.50.  4 to  5 ft.,  50c  each;  10, 

$4.50.  , ; 


Walnut,  Japan 


Hazelnut  (Filbert) — This  is  the  sort 
usually  sold  in  the  fruit  stores.  Prices,  30c 
each;  10,  $2.50. 

Hickory — Shell  Bark — To  our  taste  no 
other  nut  that  grows,  either  foreign  or  na- 
tive, is  superior  to  this  in  quality.  The  tree 
is  of  sturdy,  lofty  growth.  Each,  75c. 

Pecans — Are  hardier  than  English  Wal- 
nuts, but  will  not  succeed  far  north.  This 


Butternut 


Butternut — A fine  native  tree  producing 
a large,  longish  nut,  which  is  prized  for  its 
sweet,  oily,  nutritious  kernel.  Prices,  4 to 
5 feet,  40c. 

Walnut,  Japan — Perfectly  hardy,  rapid 
grower,  handsome  form,  immense  leaves; 
bears  young  and  abundantly;  one  of  the 
finest  ornamental  trees.  Nuts  produced  in 
clusters;  resembles  butternut  in  shape  and 
quality;  smaller  with  smooth  and  thinner 
shell.  Worthy  of  extensive  planting.  Price, 
4 to  5 feet,  50c  each;  10,  $4.50. 


English  Walnut 


nut  is  very  productive  and  delicious.  Prices 
of  Pecans,  2 to  3 feet  trees,  35c  each;  1 to 
2 feet,  25c  each. 

Black  Walnut — The  common  well-known 
Black  Walnut,  the  wood  of  which  is  most 


Walnut,  English — One  of  the  largest, 
most  delicious,  meaty  and  desirable  nuts. 
Not  entirely  hardy,  but  trees  are  bearing 
nuts  in  open  ground  at  Geneva,  N.  Y.  It 
is  safe  to  plant  it  as  far  north  as  Philadel- 
phia, Pa.  Price,  4 to  5 feet,  50c. 


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ORNAMENTALS 


Many  people,  while  they  appreciate  well-arranged  and  well-kept  grounds,  fail  to 
realize  that  they  can  have  equally  fine  grounds.  They  have  tried  a few  shrubs 
or  roses,  perhaps  growing  them  in  unsuitable  ground,  with  no  attention  given 
to  pruning  or  cultivation.  Under  such  circumstances  good  results  cannot  he  expected. 

The  growing  demand  for  Ornamentals  in  recent  years  clearly  shows  they  are  of 
commercial  value,  as  well  as  beautiful  and  ornamental.  Grounds  artistically  planted 
and  well  kept  will  certainly  demand  almost  double  the  price  of  bare,  unkept  grounds. 

In  this  catalogue  we  have  not  attempted  to  describe  many  of  the  rare  or  special 
kinds,  confining  ourselves  rather  to  those  things  which  are  in  more  general  demand.  We 
shall,  however,  be  very  glad  to  furnish  descriptions  and  quotations  on  any  varieties 


not  described  or  quoted  herein. 


Catalpa  Bungeii 


Alder,  Imperial  Cut-leaved  — A very 
striking  and  beautiful  tree,  with  delicately 
and  deeply  cut  foliage;  hardy  and  of  vigor- 
ous growth,  forming  an  open  and  hand- 
somely shaped  head.  One  of  the  finest  cut- 
leaved trees  in  cutivation.  Price,  $1.00 
each. 

Beech,  Fem-leaved — An  elegant  tree  of 
symmetrical  habit,  having  beautifully  cut, 
fern-like  foliage,  and  a graceful,  wavy  as- 
pect. Price,  3 to  4 feet,  $1.00  each. 

Beach,  Purple-leaved — A remarkable  va- 
riety with  very  dark  purplish  foliage, 
changing  to  crimson,  and  again  in  the  Fall 
to  dark  purplish-green,  making  a striking 


contrast  with  the  green  of  other  trees. 
Highly  ornamental  and  desirable.  Price, 
4 to  5 feet,  50c  each. 

Birch — Graceful,  airy  trees,  suitable  for 
the  lawn.  They  are  hardy,  and  thrive  in 
all  soils 

Birch — European  White  (Alba) — Silvery 
bark  and  slender  branches.  Fifteen  to 
thirty  feet  high  when  fully  grown.  Price, 

4 to  5 ft.,  30c.  5 to  6 ft.,  40c.  6 to  7 ft., 

50c. 

Birch,  Cut-Leaved  Weeping — This  noble 
tree  is  not  only  the  most  popular  of  the 
weeping  trees,  but  it  is  indeed  a picture  of 
delicacy  and  grace.  Its  tall,  slender,  yet 
vigorous  growth,  graceful  branches,  sil- 
very white  bark,  and  delicately  cut  foliage, 
present  a combination  of  attractive  charac- 
teristics, rarely  met  with  in  a single  tree. 

Each  Per  10 

5 to  6 feet $0.60  $5.50 

6 to  8 feet 75  7.00 

8 to  10  feet 1.00  9.50 

Catalpa  Buiigeii  (Umbrella  Catalpa)  — 
Grafted  on  stems  6 to  8 feet  high,  it  makes 
an  umbrella  shaped  top  without  pruning; 
perfectly  hardy  and  flourishes  in  almost  all 
soils  and  climates;  leaves  large,  glossy, 
heart  shaped,  deep  green;  always  making 
a symmetrical  head.  One  of  the  most 
unique  trees;  desirable  for  lawn,  park  and 
cemetery  planting.  Price  of  extra  large, 
2-year  trees,  $1.00  each. 


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Bechtel’s  Double  Flowering  Crab 


Catalpa  Speciosa — A variety  which  has 
become  very  popular  throughout  the  coun- 
try on  account  of  its  hardy  nature.  The 
trunks  are  straight  and  smooth,  hence  par- 
ticularly adapted  to  forest  planting,  as  its 
wood  has  been  found  to  be  very  valuable 
for  fence  posts,  railroad  ties,  etc.  It  is  the 
most  popular  of  the  Catalpas  for  street  and 
park  planting.  Price,  6 to  8 feet,  35c;  8 to 
10  feet,  50c. 

Cherry,  Double-Flowering  (Flore  alba 
pleno) — Blooms  in  May,  and  the  flowers 
are  so  numerous  as  to  completely  hide  the 
branches  from  view;  blossoms  white  and 
very  double.  Fifteen  to  twenty  feet  high 
when  fully  grown.  Price,  75c. 

Crab,  Bechtel’s  Double  Flowered  Ameri- 
can— ^One  of  the  most  beautiful  of  many 
flne  varieties  of  flowering  Crabs.  Tree  of 
medium  size,  covered  in  early  spring  with 
beautiful,  double  fragrant  flowers  of  a 
delicate  pink  color.  From  a distance  the 
flower  has  the  appearance  of  small  roses, 
A great  acquisition,  and  certain  to  become 
very  popular  as  known.  Price,  3 to  4 feet, 
50c. 

Elm,  Camperdown  Weeping — Grafted  6 
to  8 feet  high,  this  forms  the  most  pictur- 
esque of  weeping  trees.  The  leaves  are 
large,  dark  green  and  glossy.  Price,  $1.00 
each. 


Elm,  American — A noble,  drooping 
spreading  tree  of  our  own  woods;  one  oi 
the  grandest  of  park  and  street  trees.  I 

Each  Per  IC 

8 to  10  feet $0.50  $4.0(, 

10  to  12  feet 75  0.5(| 

Judas  Tree  or  Bed  Bud — A very  orna’ 
mental  tree,  medium  size,  with  heart  ■ 
shaped  leaves  of  pure  green  color  am^ 
glossy  surface.  Before  the  foliage  appears  i i 
it  is  covered  with  a profusion  of  delicatd 
pink  flowers,  from  which  it.  derives  itsj 
name.  Red  Bud.  Its  flowers  are  the  samd 
as  the  Chinese  Magnolia,  and  when  plantec 
with  them  produce  a very  beautiful  effect* 
Price,  50c  each.  , 

Horse  Chestnut  (White  Flowering) — At 
well  known  variety.  Its  magnifleienij 
spikes  of  white  flowers  make  it  very  at  ; 
tractive.  Fine  for  street  planting. 


White  Birch 


Each.  Per  K 

4 to  5 feet $0.35  $3.0( ; 

5 to  6 feet 40  3.5(j| 

6 to  8 feet 50  , 4.5Ci 

Laburnum  or  Golden  Chain — A native  olt 

Europe;  with  smooth  shining  foliage. j 
Bears  long,  pendent  racemes  of  golden 
flowers  in  June.  Showy,  beautiful.  Price,; 
4 to  5 feet,  50c  ^acb.  { 

Linden,  Americanf  or  Basswood— A rapid 
growing,  open  head  or  spreading  tree,  with 
large  leaves  and  fragrant  flowers.  Very 
desirable  on  account  oic  its  flne,  luxuriant 
foliage,  r -r  " - 

Each  Per  10 1 
$4,501 
6.00 


Linden,  European — A very  fine  pyra- 
midal tree  with  large  leaves  and  fragrant 
flowers.  Most  valuable  for  street  or  lawn 
planting. 

Each  Per  10 

3 to  8 feet $0.55  $5.00 

3 to  10  feet 70  6.50 

Larch — European — A.  Irregular  pyra- 
nid  in  form,  rapid  grower.  Price,  3 ft.,  40c. 

Magnolia,  Acuminata  — A magnificent 
ree,  growing  very  rapidly,  producing  in 
Tune  yellow  flowers,  tinted  with  bluish  pur- 
)le.  Very  desirable  on  account  of  its  fine 
uxuriant  foliage,  rapid  growth  and  fine 
lowers.  Price,  5-6  ft.,  60c  each;  10,  $5.00. 

Magnolia,  Soulangeana — A variety  with 
howy  white  and  purple  flowers,  cup-shaped 
ind  three  to  five  inches  in  diameter;  foliage 
arge  and  glossy.  One  of  the  finest  and 
lardiest.  Price  $1.50  each. 

Maple,  Ash  Leaved  or  Box  Elder — A fine 
apid  growing  variety  with  handsome  light 
: ;reen  foliage  and  spreading  head;  very 
liiardy,  desirable  for  street  planting  and 
; ucceeds  in  many  places  where  other  va- 
ieties  do  not  thrive. 


Each  Per  10  Per  100 

I to  8 feet.  . . .$0.40  $3.50  $30.00 

! to  10  feet 50  4.00  35.00 


Maple,  Norway — A distinct  foreign  va- 
ety,  now  very  popular  here  on  account  of 
s clean,  broad  foliage  of  deep  green. 


:out,  vigorous  grower, 
aiversally  planted. 

Each 

3 to  8 feet . . $0.60 
3 to  10  feet.  . .75 

) to  12  feet.  . 1.00 


Very  desirable  and 

Per  10  Per  100 

$5.00  $40.00 

6.50  55.00 

9.00  80.00 


Maple,  Silver-leaved  or  Soft  Maple — A 
irdy,  rapid  growing  native  variety  of  the 
rgest  size;  foliage  bright  green  above 
id  silvery  beneath.  Valuable  for  pro- 


ducing a quick  shade, 
planting.  Each 

6 to  8 feet . . $0.45 
8 to  10  feet.  . .50 

10  to  12  feet.  . .65 


Excellent  for  street 

Per  10  Per  100 

$4.00  $35.00 

4.50  40.00 

6.00  55.00 


Maple,  Sugar  or  Rock — ^A  well  known 
native  tree,  valuable  alike  for  its  produc- 
tion of  sugar  and  wood.  Its  stately  form 
and  rapid  growth  make  it  desirable  as  an 


ornamental  shade  tree. 

Each  Per  10  Per  100 


6 to  8 feet ....  ,$0.50  $4.50  $40.00 

8 to  10  feet 60  5.50  50.00 


3Iaple,  Schwedler’s — A valuable  tree,  re- 
cently introduced;  young  shoots  and  leaves 
of  a purplish  crimson  color. 

Each  Per  10 

4 to  6 feet $0.60  $5.50 

6 to  8 feet 80  7.50 

Maple,  Wier’s  Cut  Leaved — A maple  with 
remarkable  and  beautifully  dissected  foli- 
age. Of  rapid  growth;  shoots  slender  and 
drooping,  giving  it  a very  graceful  appear- 
ance. While  it  makes  a large  tree  if  un- 
disturbed it  will  bear  any  amount  of  prun- 
ing and  may  be  easily  adapted  to  small 
lawns.  Price,  6 to  8 ft.,  60c  each;  10,  $5.00. 

Mountain  Ash — A favorite,  erect  grow- 
ing tree  of  medium  size,  producing  white 
flowers,  early  in  the  Spring,  followed  by 
clusters  of  bright  scarlet  berries  which  re- 
main on  the  tree  through  the  winter 
months. 

Each  Per  10 

6 to  8 feet $0.50  $4.50 

8 to  10  feet 65  6.00 

Mulberry,  Russian  - — - A hardy,  rapid 
growing  tree.  Foliage  abundant;  valuable 
for  windbreak.  Fruit  of  little  value. 

Each  Per  10 


4 to  5 feet $0.35  $3.00 

5 to  6 feet 40  3.50 

Mulberry,  Downing — The  beauty  of  this 

as  a street  or  lawn  tree  is  quite  enough  to 
commend  it,  but  in  addition  it  yields  an 
abundant  supply  of  its  large,  refreshing 
berries  for  about  three  months.  Price,  4 
to  5 ft.,  75c  each. 

Mulberry,  Tea’s  AVeeping — The  most 
graceful  and  hardy  tree  in  existence. 
Wholly  unlike  anything  heretofore  intro- 
duced. Forme  perfect  umbrella-shaped 
head,  with  long,  slender,  willowy  branches, 
drooping  to  the  ground.  Admirably  ad- 
apted for  ornamenting  large  or  small 
grounds,  and  also  for  cemetery  planting. 
Price,  $1.00  each. 

Oriental  Plane — This  tree  is  fast  becom- 
ing popular  for  street  planting.  It  is  a 
rapid,  upright.  Clean  grower  and  long  lived; 
beautiful  dense  foliage;  it  is  not  affected 
by  the  air  of  cities  or  by  insects. 

Each  Per  10 

6 to  8 feet $0.50  $4.50 

8 to  10  feet 75  7.00 


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Mulberry,  Teas  Weeping 


Poplar,  Carolina — A remarkably  rapid, 
luxuriant  grower.  Very  large  leaves,  very 
glossy,  deep  green.  It  has  the  advantage 
over  other  shade  trees  because  it  will  grow 
in  any  kind  of  soil  and  will  thrive  in  places 
where  others  will  fail  to  live.  For  a quickly 
growing  shade  tree  there  is  none  that 
equals  the  Carolina  Poplar. 


Each 

Per  10 

Per  100 

5 

to 

6 

feet. 

. $0.10 

$ .85 

$ 7.50 

6 

to 

8 

feet. 

. .15 

1.25 

10.00 

8 

to 

10 

feet. 

. .20 

1.55 

13.00 

10 

to 

12 

feet. 

. .25 

2.25 

20.00 

For  Special  Planting,  well  grown  speci- 
mens, 14  ft.  high.  Price,  70c  each;  10, 
,$6.50. 

Poplar,  Lombardy — Well  known  for  its 
erect,  rapid  growth  and  commanding  form. 
Very  desirable  in  large  grounds  or  along 


roads,  to  break  the  average  height  and 


forms  of  other  trees. 
5 0 to  75  feet. 

Each 

6 to  S feet.  .$0.20 
8 to  10  feet.  . .25 

10  to  12  feet.  . .30 


When  fully  grown 

Per  1 0 Per  100 

$1.,50  $12.00 

2.00  16.00 

2.50  20.00 


Purple  Leaved  IMiim  (Pissardi) — The 
smallest  iiurple-leaved  small  shrub  of  re- 
cent introduction.  The  young  branches  are 
a very  dark  purple.  The  leaves  when  young 
are  a lustrous  crimson,  changing  to  dark 
purjile,  and  retain  this  beautiful  tint  until 
they  drop  late  in  Autumn.  Flowers  white, 
small,  single,  covering  the  tree.  I*rice,  .5 
to  7 feet,  ,50c  each;  10,  $4.00. 

Thorn,  Paul’s  Double  Scarlet — Flowers 
bright  carmine  red.  Superior  to  any  of  its 
color.  Strong  trees.  Price,  4 to  5 feet,  3.5c 
each. 


Thorn,  Don  ole  White — Has  small  double 
white  flowers.  A highly  ornamental  va- 
riety, on  account  of  both  foliage  and  flow- 
ers. Makes  a very  striking  contrast  when 
planted  with  double  scarlet.  Strong  trees. 
Price,  4 to  5 feet,  35c  each. 

Tulip  Tree — One  of  the  largest  native 
trees,  with  large,  glossy  leaves  shaped  like 
a violin,  and  beautiful  tulip-like  flowers. 
Very  desirable  for  planting  on  lawns,  or 
where  trees  are  desired  that  will  make  a 
rapid  growth.  Price,  6 to  8 feet,  75c  each. 

Willow,  Babylonica — Our  common,  well 
known  weeping  variety;  forms  a large, 
round-headed,  graceful  tree;  requires 
plenty  of  room,  and  where  space  can  be 
spared  is  very  desirable.  Price,  6 to  8 feet, 
50c  each;  10,  $4.50. 

Willow,  Kilmarnock — A distinct  variety, 
having  reddish  shoots  and  large  glossy 
foliage;  grafted  at  a proper  height,  about 
five  feet  from  the  ground,  it  makes  a very 
desirable  small  lawn  tree,  having  a perfect 
umbrella-shaped  head  with  the  branches 
drooping  gracefully  to  the  ground,  and  is 
well  suited  for  planting  in  cemetery  or 
other  small  enclosures.  Hardy  and  of  a 
vigorous  growth.  Price,  2-year,  75c  each. 

Willow,  New  American — Grafted  about 
five  feet  high.  An  interesting  variety,  with 
delicate  leaves  and  slender  branches.  Price, 
50c  each. 

Willow,  Wisconsin — A form  of  the  com- 
mon, and  in  all  respects  similar,  except  that 
it  is  hardy  farther  north.  Price,  6 to  8 ft., 
50c  each. 


New  York,  October  28,  1913. 

Dear  Sirs: — I received  your  shipment  of  trees  today  and  am  much  pleased 
with  them.  Please  send  me  two  more  trees  like  the  rest  you  sent  me,  as  soon 
as  possible,  and  I will  enclose  a check  for  $18.15  in  this  letter. 

Trusting  I will  hear  from  you  at  your  earliest  convenience,  I am. 

Yours  truly,  OTTO  SMITH. 


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NuR3< 

N. 


EVERGREENS 


IN  the  following  list  we  confine  ourselves  to  perfectly  hardy  species  and  varieties,  such 
as  are  most  useful  for  general  planting.  In  transplanting  Evergreens  very  much  de- 
pends on  the  care  of  the  planter  in  protecting  roots  from  air  and  sun.  We  recom- 
mend Evergreens  for  Spring  planting. 


Arbor  Vitae,  American — A well  known 
variety  of  great  value;  it  forms  an  upright 
conical  tree  of  only  medium  size,  and  is, 
all  things  considered,  the  finest  evergreen 
for  screens,  being  hardy  and  more  easily 
transplanted.  It  grows  rapidly,  with  little 
care,  or  rather,  by  easy  management,  it 
soon  forms  a most  beautiful  hedge,  very 
dense  and  very  impervious  to  the  sight. 


Each  Per  10 

12  to  18  in...  .$0.15  $1.30 

18  to  24  in. . . . .20  1.75 

2 to  3 feet.  . .35  3.00 


Per  100 
$12.00 

15.00 

20.00 


Arbor  Vitae,  Pyramidal — Of  upright, 
compact  habit,  resembling  Irish  Juniper; 
desirable.  Price,  2 to  3 feet,  50c  each. 


Arbor  Vitae,  Siberian — Well  known  and 
deservedly  popular  on  account  of  its  har- 
diness, being  able  to  endure  the  changes  of 
our  climate  and  retain  its  dark  green  color; 
makes  an  excellent  lawn  tree,  and  is  of 
great  value  for  ornamental  screens  and 
hedges.  Price,  2 to  3 feet,  50c  each. 


Fir,  Balsam — A well  known  and  popular 
tree;  very  handsome  while  young,  assum- 
ing the  upright  or  conical  form;  leaves 
dark  green  above,  silvery  beneath;  retains 
its  color  throughout  the  severest  winters; 
grows  rapidly  and  every  way  desirable. 
Price,  18  to  24  in.,  35c  each. 

Irish  Juniper — A very  pretty  little  tree 
or  shrub,  forming  a neat  tapering  column 
of  deep  green  foliage;  very  hardy  and  de- 
sirable for  planting  on  lawns  or  in 
cemeteries  where  larger  evergreens  are  not 
admissible.  Price,  50c  each. 

Pine,  Aiistidaii — From  central  Europe. 
Remarkably  robust,  with  long,  stiff  leaves 
and  deep  foliage;  hardy  everywhere  and 
valuable  as  windbreaks,  screens,  etc.  Price, 
50c  each. 

Pine,  Scotch— A rapid-growing,  hardy 
variety,  with  short,  light  green  leaves; 
valuable  for  screens  and  for  planting  in 
clumps.  Price,  50c  each. 

Pine,  AVhite — Our  common  White  Pine 
and  the  handsomest  of  our  native  species. 
Price,  50c  each. 

Spruce,  Koster’s  Grafted  Colorado  Blue 
— A dense-growing,  symmetrical,  pyra- 
midal tree,  with  stiff  pointed  foliage  of  a 
beautiful  blue.  Very  valuable,  should  be 
in  every  collection.  Price,  12  in.,  $1.00 
each;  18  in.  $1.25  each;  2 ft.,  $2.00  each. 


Spruce,  Norway — ^Of  very  rapid  growth 
and  gracefully  drooping  habit  when  of 
some  size;  dense  in  structure;  regular  in 
outline  and  perfectly  hardy;  will  bear 
shearing  or  cutting  well,  and  hence  is  well 
adapted  for  planting  in  hedges  or  screens. 
Very  popular  and  deservedly  so,  and  is 
largely  planted. 

Each  Per  10  Per  100 

12  to  18  in..  . .$0.15  $1.30  $12.00 


18  to  24  in 20  1.75  15.00 

2 to  3 feet.  . .35  3 00  20.00 

Tree  Box — Well  known  ornament  for 
lawn  or  porch,  if  placed  in  tubs.  Foliage 
bright,  glossy  green.  We  can  furnish  fine 
stock  in  pyramid,  round  or  bush  form  (see 
illustration).  Price,  2 to  .3  feet,  .$2.00 
each;  $3.75  per  pair. 


STOCK  WAS  FINE 

New  York,  Dec.  2,  1913. 

Gentlemen: 

Excuse  delay,  was  on  my  vacation  for 
three  weeks.  Stock  was  fine  and  I got 
them  set  in  fine  shape.  Enclosed  find 
$25.00.  Yours  truly,  H.  E.  SMITH. 


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HEDGE  PLANTS 

Hedges,  aside  from  their  value  as  protection  against  animals,  as  windbreaks  and 
screens,  are  rapidly  supplanting  the  old-fashioned  picket  and  iron  fences,  and 
the  most  beautiful  effects  are  now  possible.  Ornamental  hedges  may  be  either 
deciduous  or  evergreen.  Probably  the  most  widely  planted  of  the  deciduous  hedges  is 
the  California  Privet.  It  is  faultless  in  character  and  trims  to  any  shape. 


Hedge  of  California  Privet 


Arbor  Vitae,  American — Very  hardy  and 
bears  shearing  better  than  any  other  va- 
riety; very  dense,  fine  for  windbreaks. 

Per  10  Per  100  Per  1000 
12  to  18  in..  . .$1.00  $ 9.00  $ 85.00 

18  to  24  in.  . . . 1.50  12.50  110.00 

2 to  3 feet . . 2.50  22.50  200.00 

Barbery,  Thunbergii — Dwarf  habit,  small 
foliage,  changing  to  red  in  the  Fall;  very 
pretty  and  for  beauty  and  effectiveness 
heads  the  list. 

Per  10  Per  100  Per  1000 

12  to  18  in. . . . $1.00  $ 8.00  $ 70.00 

18  to  24  in. . . . 1.50  12.00  100.00 

California  Privet — The  best  of  all  hardy 
hedge  plants,  and  it  is  easily  kept  at  any 
height  desired  In  many  cases  the  hedge  is 
not  allowed  to  grow  over  two  feet  high;  in 
other  cases  the  hedge  may  grow  as  high 
as  4 to  6 feet.  It  has  no  thorns,  does  not 
sucker  from  the  roots  and  is  not  objection- 
able in  any  way.  A universal  favorite. 

Per  10  Per  100  Per  1000 

12  to  18  in. . . . $0.60  $4.50  $25.00 

18  to  24  in 75  5.00  30.00 

2 to  3 feet.  . .80  6.00  35.00 

Honey  Locust — Very  hardy,  and  the 
cheapest  and  best  for  defensive  hedges. 


Black  or  yellow.  A native  tree  of  large 
size,  rapid  growth,  and  valuable  for  timber 
as  well  as  quite  ornamental.  The  flowers 
are  disposed  in  long,  pendulous  racemes. 
White  or  yellowish,  very  fragrant  and  ap- 
pear in  June.  Price,  18  to  24  in.,  $2.00 
per  100,  $15.00  per  1000. 

Norway  Spruce — Of  rapid  growth  and 
graceful,  drooping  habit;  one  of  the  best 
for  hedges  and  screens. 

Per  10  Per  100  Per  1000 
12  to  18  in..  . .$1.00  $ 9.00  $ 85.00 

18  to  24  in..  . . 1.50  12.50  110.00 

2 to  3 feet.  . 2.50  22.50  200.00 

Osage  Orange — Highly  esteemed  in  the 
West  and  South.  Not  hardy  enough  for  the 
North.  Price,  12  to  18  in.,  $2.00  per  100, 
$15.00  per  1000. 

Quince,  Japan — Grows  very  compactly; 
will  submit  to  any  amount  of  pruning, 
while  the  brilliant  and  showy  scarlet  flower 
makes  it  exceedingly  attractive. 

Per  10  Per  100  Per  1000 
12  to  18  in..  . .$1.00  $ 8.00  $ 70.00 

18  to  24  in,.  . . 1..50  12.00  100.00 


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Flowering  shrubs  are  most  valuable  among  the  ornamentals,  whether  planted  in 
masses  or  as  single  specimens.  They  are  indispensable  in  the  parks,  the  city  gar- 
dens or  the  country  home.  A judicious  selection  will  give  abundance  to  bloom  the 
entire  season. 


Almond — One  of  the  most  beautiful  early 
flowering  shrubs,  bearing  lovely  rosettes 
all  over  the  bush  Two  varieties,  pink  and 
dark  red.  Price,  2 to  3 feet,  35c  each. 

Althea  (Rose  of  Sharon) — Showy  flower- 
ing shrub,  strong,  erect  growing;  large, 
bell-shaped  flowers  of  striking  colors  in 
August  and  September  when  most  other 
shrubs  are  out  of  bloom.  Colors,  pink, 
purple,  red  and  white.  Price,  2 to  3 feet, 
25c  each;  10,  $2.00. 

Althea,  Tree — 50c  each. 

Azalea,  Ghent — This  class  is  hardy  and 
will  thrive  in  any  good  rich  garden  soil, 
but  will  do  best  in  a moist,  light  soil,  in 
which  a liberal  quantity  of  leaf  mould  is 
mixed.  Price,  65c  each;  10,  $5.00. 

Azalea,  Mollis — A beautiful  species  from 
t .Japan,  perfectly  hardy  with  large  flowers 
and  varied  in  color,  running  through  all 
the  shades  of  orange,  yellow  and  carmine. 
Price,  50c  each;  10,  $4.50. 

Barberry,  Purple-leaved — A very  hand- 
some shrub  with  violet-purple  leaves  and 
fruit.  Makes  a fine  ornamental  hedge. 
Price,  20c  each;  10,  $1.75. 

Barberry,  Thunbergii  — Dwarf  habit; 
small  foliage,  changing  to  red  in  the  Fall; 
very  pretty.  Price,  25c  each;  10,  $2.00. 

Calycaiithus  (Sweet-scented  Shrub)  — 
Very  desirable  on  account  of  the  peculiarity 
and  very  pleasing  fragrance  of  its  wood. 
Its  foliage  is  rich  and  flowers  are  of  a rare 
chocolate  color,  with  an  agreeable  odor. 


Blossoms  in  June  and  at  intervals  through 
the  Summer.  Very  desirable.  Price,  25c 
each;  10,  $2.25. 


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Coriiiis  Klef»antisi“iiiia — One  of  the  finest 
variegated  shrubs;  of  rapid  growth;  the 
leaves  are  broadly  margined  with  white, 
while  some  are  entirely  white.  Price,  25c 
each. 

Coriiiis  Masciila — A small  tree,  native  of 
Europe,  producing  clusters  of  bright  vellow 
flowers  early  in  the  Spring  before  the 
leaves.  Price,  25c  each. 

CuiTant — The  fiowering  currants  are 
well  known  shrubs,  and  their  hardiness, 
healthiness  and  early  season  of  blooming 
are  desirable  qualities.  They  attain  a size 
of  from  four  to  six  feet.  Price,  25c  each. 

Currant,  Crimson  Flowering  (Sangui- 
neum)— Small,  deep  red  flowers,  blooming 
in  early  spring  very  abundantly. 

Currant,  Yellow  Flowering  (Aureum)  — 
Bright  foliage,  small  yellow  flowers  appear- 
ing in  early  spring. 

Deutzia,  Gracilis — A dwarf  variety  cov- 
ered with  a profusion  of  white  flowers  in 
June.  Fine  for  pot  culture  as  it  flowers 
freely  in  low  temperature  during  the  Win- 
ter. Price,  35c  each;  10,  $3.00. 

Deutzia,  Crenata — A tall  growing  variety 
having  very  double  pink  flowers.  Price, 
25c  each. 

Deutzia,  Lemonineii — A hybrid  obtained 
by  Mons.  Lemoine  of  Prance,  by  crossing 
the  well  known  Deutzia  gracilis  with  Deut- 
zia parviflora.  Flowers  pure  white,  borne 
on  stout  branches,  which  are  of  upright 
growth.  Habit  dwarf  and  free-flowering. 
A decided  acquisition.  Price,  25c  each. 

Deutzia,  Pride  of  Rochester — Very  large, 
double  white  flowers.  It  excels  in  size  of 
flower,  profuse  bloom  and  vigorous  growth; 
nearly  a week  earlier  than  the  Crenata. 
Price,  25c  each. 

Elder,  Golden  — (Sambucus  Aurea). 
When  the  leaves  first  appear,  they  are 
bright  green,  but  if  planted  where  they  will 
get  good  sun,  they  change  to  a golden 
green.  Best  effect  is  had  when  planted 


Hydrangea, Hills  of  Snow” 


Deutzia'  Lemoineii 


with  other  shrubs  when  the  foliage  will 
appear  more  conspicuous.  Price,  25c  each. 

Forsythia,  Viridissima — This  is  a very 
pretty  shrub  of  medium  size.  Native  of 
China  and  Japan.  The  flowers  are  droop- 
ing, yellow  and  appear  very  early  in  the 
Spring,  before  the  leaves.  The  best  very 
early  flowering  shrub.  Price,  25c  each. 

Hydrangea,  Paniculata  Grandiflora  — 
Hardy,  the  flowers  are  immense,  greenish- 
white  when  first  open,  changing  to  pure 
white  and  turning  with  age  to  pink.  Com- 
mences to  flower  in  July  and  remains  until 
November.  Price,  25c  each;  10,  $2.25. 

Kerria,  Japonica — A handsome  bush  with 
smooth  green  bark  and  orange-yellow, 
double  flowers;  very  pretty  and  desirable. 
Price,  25c  each. 

Lilacs — Well  known  and  beautiful  hardy 
shrubs  flowering  in  May;  very  ornamental. 

Lilac,  Red — Purple-red  flowers,  standard 
variety.  Price,  25c  each;  10,  $2.25. 

Lilac,  Purple  — Bluish-purple  flowers, 
standard  variety;  always  good.  Price,  25c 
each;  10,  $2.25. 

Lilac,  "White  — Cream-colored  flowers. 
Very  fine.  Price,  25c  each;  10,  $2.25. 

Lilac,  Charles  X — Large,  shining  flowers; 
large,  single,  reddish-purple.  Price,  45c 
each. 

Lilac,  Lemoine — A choice  variety,  bear- 
ing large  clusters  of  double  white  flowers. 
Price,  45c  each. 

Lilac,  Ludwig  Spaeth — New  and  believed 
to  be  the  finest  of  the  class.  Color  purplish- 
red.  Price,  50c  each. 

Lilac,  Marie  Legraye — Large  panicles, 
white  flowers.  Valuable  for  forcing.  The 
finest  white  lilac.  Price,  50c  each. 

Lilac,  Pres.  Grevy — Very  large  blue  flow- 
ers; largest  of  all.  Price,  45c  each. 


Purple  Prince  (Smoke  Tree) 


Lilac,  Villosa — Another  new  species  from 
Japan,  with  rosy-pink  blossoms  that  change 
to  white.  A distinctly  new  color  in  lilacs 
and  valuable  for  late  blooming.  Price,  50c 
each. 

Paeonies — Fine,  hardy  plants,  rivaling 
the  rose  in  perfection  of  bloom  and  color- 
ing, and  requiring  little  extra  care,  as  they 
thrive  and  do  well  in  any  soil.  Colors; 
blush,  crimson,  purple,  pink,  red,  varigated, 
white  and  yellow.  Price,  2.5c  each;  10, 
,$2.25;  100,  $20.00. 

Paeonia,  Named  Varieties — We  can  fur- 
nish the  Paeonia  in  fifteen  distinct  named 
varieties,  ranging  in  color  from  soft  salmon 
pink  to  the  deepest  shade  of  purple  crim- 
son. Colors  include  creamy  white  with 
carmine  center;  pink  with  yellow  center, 
lilac,  violet  rose,  etc.  Price  50c  each;  10, 
$4.00. 

Paeonia,  Fringe-leaved — Beautiful  foli- 
age in  thread-like  filaments;  flowers  very 
double,  of  dark  satin  crimson  color.  Rare 
and  exquisitely  lovelv.  Price,  ,50c  each; 
10,  $4.50. 

Paeonia,  Tree — A handsome  flowering 
shrub  growing  from  six  to  eight  feet;  free 
bloomer;  gorgeous  flowers  of  immense  size. 

Price,  $1.50  each 

Purple  Fringe — A beautiful,  distinct 
i shrub,  with  large  bunches  of  feathery  flow- 
1 ers  which  give  the  tree  the  appearance  of 
being  covered  with  a cloud  of  smoke.  Price, 
35c  each, 
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Snowball  (Guerder  Rose) — The  well- 
known  sort  and  a general  favorite  on  ac- 
count of  its  large  clusters  of  white  flowers 
in  June.  Very  handsome  and  desirable,  and 
should  be  in  every  collection.  Price,  25c 
each;  10,  $2.00. 

Snowball,  Japan — A rare  and  exceedingly 
beautiful  species  from  Japan,  surpassing 
the  common  in  many  respects  as  its  habits 
are  much  better,  foliage  handsomer,  flow- 
ers whiter  and  more  delicate.  Very  valu- 
able. Price,  35c  each;  10,  $3.00. 

Spirea — Hardy  and  easily  grown;  of  low 
growth,  requiring  but  little  room;  long 
bloomers;  in  season  about  three  months. 

Spirea,  Anthony  Waterer — New,  dwarf 
Spirea;  dark  crimson  flowers;  one  of  the 
finest.  Price,  25c  each;  10,  $2.25. 

Spirea,  Aurea  (Golden) — Foliage  green, 
bordered  with  a rich  golden  yellow.  In 
June  the  branches  are  covered  with  a dou- 
ble white  flower.  Price,  25c  each;  10,  ,$2.00. 

Spirea,  Billardi — Rose-colored  flowers  in 
spikes,  blooms  nearly  all  Summer.  Price, 
25c  each;  10,  $2.00. 

Spirea,  Prunifolia  (Bridal  Wreath)  — 
Double,  daisy-like,  pure  white  flowers. 
Price,  35c  each;  10,  $3.00. 

Spirea,  Van  Houttei — ^Finest  of  the  Spi- 
reas,  giving  a complete  mass  of  drooping 
white  bloom.  Price,  25c  each;  10,  $2.00. 


Strawberry  Tree  (Euonymus)  — Also 
called  Spindle  Tree.  A very  showy  shrub. 
Its  chief  beauty  consists  in  its  bright  red 
berries,  hanging  in  graceful  clusters  from 
the  end  of  the  branches  until  midwinter. 
Grows  to  be  from  six  to  eight  feet  high. 
I*rice,  25c  each;  10,  $2.25. 

Syriiiga,  Common — Large  white  flowers; 
very  hardy.  Price,  25c  each;  10,  $2.25. 

Syringa,  Golden — Large,  deep  yellow 
flowers;  bush  hardy.  Price,  25c  each;  10, 
$2.25. 

Weigela — Very  desirable,  hardy,  easily 
grown  and  great  bloomers.  As  these  shrubs 
grow'  older,  they  gradually  spread  aild 
droop;  flowers  in  June  and  July;  in  bor- 
ders and  groups  of  trees  they  are  very  ef- 
fective; bloom  after  lilacs  in  June. 

Weigela,  Candida — This  is  the  very  best 
of  all  the  white  flowering  Weigelas.  A 
strong,  upright,  erect  grower;  flowers  pure 
wTiite  and  produced  in  great  profusion  in 
June  and  continues  to  bloom  throughout 
the  entire  summer.  Price,  25c  each;  10, 
$2.25. 

Weigela,  Eva  Rathke— A charming  new 
variety;  flower  brilliant  crimson,  a beauti- 
ful, distinct,  clear  shade;  flowers  twice  in 
one  season.  Price,  25c  each;  10,  $2.25. 


A Bed?of  Rhododendrons 


Weigela,  Uosea^ — A hardy  and  beautiful 
shrub  bearing  in  May  a profusion  of  rose- 
colored  flowers.  Price,  25c  each;  10,  .$2.2.5. 

W<*igela,  Variegated — P''ine,  variegated 
foliage  and  lasts  the  entire  season;  con- 
trasts finely  with  its  rose-colored  flowers. 
Pri(‘e,  25c  each;  10,  $2.25. 


Sweet  Scented  Spirea 


RHODODENDRONS 

There  is  no  more  attractive  feature  of 
a fine  country  place  than  the  rich 
bloom  of  Rhododendrons  in  the  lat- 
ter part  of  May  and  early  June.  The  huge 
clusters  of  flowers  in  many  shades  of  pink, 
violet,  rose,  purple  and  delicate  creamy 
white  give  them  the  right  to  first  rank 
among  Evergreen  Shrubs.  The  pride  of 
every  fine  English  home  is  a collection  of 
these  plants.  Price,  $1.00  each;  $10.00 
pel’  dozen. 


CLUB  ORDERS 

Get  up  a Club  Order  among  your 
neighbors  and  friends.  We  will  give 
you  for  your  time  and  trouble  a 3 per 
cent  discount  on  whole  orders  sent 
in.  For  a very  little  trouble  you  can 
very  easily  pay  for  your  own  order 
and  help  your  friends  to  get  trees  for 
perhaps  one-half  of  what  they  have 
been  paying. 

We  will  be  glad  to  send  extra  Cata- 
logues, Order  Sheets,  and  Envelopes 
to  help  you  get  up  a Club  Order. 


Hardy  Herbaceous  Flowering  Bulbs,  Plants  and  Vines 

BULBS  THAT  MUST  BE  PLANTED  IN  THE  FALL 


Daffodils 


Crocus — These  are  delicate  and  tasteful 
in  form  and  varied  and  gay  in  color.  Until 
the  flowering  of  the  Hyacinth,  and  through 
the  most  changeable  and  unpleasant  of  the 
spring  weather  the  garden  depends  almost 
alone  upon  the  Crocus  for  its  brightness. 
Plant  the  bulbs  in  autumn  about  three 
inches  apart  and  cover  with  two  inches  of 
soil.  Cover  in  fall  with  a little  straw  or 
coarse  manure  to  keep  the  bulbs  from  be- 
ing thrown  out  by  the  frost.  Price,  10  for 
15c;  100,  $1.00. 

Hyacinths — Among  all  the  bulbs  used  for 
winter  flowers,  the  Hyacinth  stands  fore- 
most. Flowers  may  be  produced  by  plac- 
ing the  bulbs  in  a glass  filled  with  water  or 
placed  in  pots  or  boxes  in  soil.  For  out-of 
door  culture,  plant  in  the  fall  three  to  four 
inches  below  surface  of  soil  and  cover  with 
straw  or  leaves  before  frost  sets  in.  We 
can  furnish  in  all  colors,  both  single  and 
double.  Price,  15c  each,  $1.25  for  10, 
$10.00  per  100. 


Parrot  or  Dragon  Tulips — These  belong 
to  the  late  or  May-flowering  Tulips,  and 
have  immense,  attractive  flowers  of  singu- 
larly picturesque  form  and  brilliant  and 
varied  colors.  The  petals  are  curiously 
fringed  or  cut,  and  the  form  of  the  flower, 
especially  before  it  opens,  resembles  the 
neck  of  a parrot.  Price  3c  each,  25c  for 
10,  $2.00  per  100. 

Single  Flowering  Daffodils — Are  hardy 
and  especially  adapted  for  open-ground 
planting  where  under  congenial  conditions, 
they  thrive  and  increase  for  years  in  beds, 
borders  or  naturalized.  Valuable  also  for 
Winter  flowering  in  pots  of  soil  or  bowls  of 
fibre.  Prices,  5c  each,  40c  for  10,  ,$3.00  per 
100. 

Tulips — We  have  a splendid  assortment 
of  fine  colors,  both  single  and  double. 
Early  and  late  varieties  prolong  the  season 
of  bloom.  Price  3c  each;  2.5c  for  10.  $2.00 
per  100. 


Hyacinths 


We  offer  a fine  assortment  of  the  best 
'varieties  of  these  useful  plants,  which  are 
‘exceedingly  valuable  on  account  of  their 
hardiness,  easy  culture  and  showy  appear- 
;ance.  Most  of  these  will  live  all  winter  in 
the  open  ground,  and  bloom  freely  every 
year.  We  name  our  leading  sorts. 

Achillea,  The  Pearl  (Yarrow,  or  Milfoil) 
— ^Small,  double  white  flowers,  covering  the 
plant  in  July.  Invaluable  for  borders.  One 
of  the  prettiest  flowering  plants  and  should 
be  in  every  garden.  One  foot.  Price,  20c 
each;  10,  $1.50. 

Anemone,  Japonica  Rubra  (Wind  Flower) 
— Red.  Flowers  two  and  one-half  inches 
in  diameter,  bright  purple  rose  with  golden 
center,  borne  in  great  profusion  from  July 
to  November. 

Anemone,  Japonica  Alba  (Wind  Flower) 
— White.  A variety  of  the  preceding,  flow- 
ers pure  white  with  a golden  center. 

Anemone,  Whirlwind  (Wind  Flowers)  — 
A variety  producing  double  white  flowers  in 
great  profusion  in  the  autumn.  One  of  the 
finest  fall-flowering  perennials.  Hardy. 
Price,  20c  each;  10,  $1.50. 

Dahlias  (Spring  planting  only) — The 
Dahlia  is  the  grandest  autumn  flower  we 
have.  Nothing  is  its  equal  in  any  respect 
in  September  and  October.  It  is  in  its 
glory  when  everything  else  is  faded  or  fad- 
ing, and  surrenders  only  to  the  frost.  There 
are  four  generally  recognized  types;  Single 
or  Cosmos-Flowered;  Pompon,  or  Bouquet; 
Large  Flowering,  or  Show;  and  Cactus. 
Price,  20c  each;  10,  $1.50. 

Daisy  Shasta— A remarkable  plant  of  the 
Daisy  family,  producing  an  abundance  of 
beautiful  white  flowers.  From  two  to  five 
hundred  blossoms  in  the  season  is  the  re- 
markable record.  20c  each;  10,  $1.50. 

Dicentra,  or  Dielytra  (Bleeding  Heart) 
Eximia — Rose  color;  foliage  fern-like; 
flowers  all  summer;  valuable;  twelve 
inches. 


Dicentra,  or  Dielytra,  Formosa — Bright 

red  flowers  in  May.  Six  inches. 

Dicentra,  or  Dielytra,  Spectabilis — A 
handsome,  curiously  formed,  rosy-crimson 
flower,  with  white  and  blue  tinged  protrud- 
ing stamen;  one  of  the  finest  border  plants; 
is  quite  hardy;  well  adapted  for  blooming 
in  the  winter;  one  to  two  feet.  May  and 
June.  20c  each;  10,  $1.50. 

Eulalia — Grasses  from  Japan.  Beautiful, 
hardy  and  deserving  of  the  highest  com- 
mendation. Invaluable  for  the  garden,  be- 
ing very  showy  and  easy  of  cultivation. 


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Dahlias,  Paeony  flowered.  Cactus  and  Show 


(Jerman  Iris 


Eulalia,  Variegata — Handsomely  varie- 
gated leaves;  four  feet. 

Eulalia,  Zebrina — Zebra-Striped  Eulalia. 
One  of  the  most  beautiful  of  ornamental 
grasses;  foliage  marked  crosswise  with 
bands  of  white  and  green.  25c  each;  10, 
$2.00. 

Funkia  (Plantain  Lily) — A very  inter- 
esting and  beautiful  genus,  with  luxuriant 
foliage.  Invaluable  for  beds,  border,  rock- 
work,  and  marshy  ground.  Flowers  and 
foliage  distinctly  beautiful.  Will  thrive  in 
almost  any  position.  20c  each;  10,  $1.50. 

Gaillardia  (Blanket  Flower) — A genus 
j of  very  ornamental  hardy  plants.  Flowers 
yellow  or  purple,  two  inches  across,  single 
on  naked  stems.  Very  showy.  Early  sum- 
mer until  autumn.  20c  each;  10,  $1.50. 

Golden  Glow — This  new  flowering  plant 
is  hardy  and  an  excellent  grower.  It  blooms 
from  July  to  September,  and  its  double 
flowers  are  of  a deep,  golden  yellow  color. 
In  appearance  they  are  like  fine  Chrysan- 
themums and  quite  as  attractive  and  desir- 
able. We  furnish  only  the  root.  15c  each; 
10,  $1.00. 

Hemerocallis  (Yellow  Day  Lily) — Often 
called  Lemon  Lily.  Very  fragrant  and  one 
of  the  best.  15c  each;  10,  $1.00. 


Iris  (German)— Taken  as  a whole,  this 
group  of  plants  is  unparalleled  in  beauty; 
nothing  in  creation  can  vie  with  them  un- 
less it  be  the  orchid  of  the  tropics.  Every 
shade  of  color  may  be  found  among  them, 
and  as  they  thrive  in  almost  any  soil  or 
situation  without  care,  they  should  be  con- 
sidered indispensable  in  every  garden.  For 
the  wild  garden,  shrubbery  border,  margin 
of  water,  rock-work,  etc.,  they  are  admir- 
ably adapted;  in  fact,  hardly  any  place  can 
be  found  where  these  cannot  be  used  to  ad- 
vantage. Price,  20c  each;  10,  $1.75;  100, 
$15.00. 

Iris,  Kaempferi  (Japanese) — A new 
group  of  Iris  totally  distinct  from  all 
others,  and  without  question  producing  the 
most  gorgeous  flowers  known  not  excepting 
the  Orchids.  Many  of  the  flowers  are  ten 
inches  across,  with  an  aggregation  of  bril- 
liant colors  impossible  to  describe  or  illus- 
trate. Thej^  form  strong  tufts  of  lovely 
bright  green  foliage  from  three  to  four  feet 
in  height,  surmounted  by  their  massive  flow- 
ers, both  single  and  double,  of  every  con- 
ceivable shade  of  color,  splashed,  striped 
and  veined  in  the  most  exquisite  manner. 
They  prefer  sunny,  moist  situations,  plant- 
ed in  heavy  loam  or  clay.  They  cannot  be 
kept  too  wet  during  Summer.  Price,  25c 
each;  10,  $2.00;  100,  $17.50. 


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Hardy  Phlox 

Phlox — Very  fine;  perfectly  hardy,  beau- 
tiful plants.  Colors  purple,  lilac,  white  and 
pink.  Each,  15c;  10,  $1.20;  100,  $10.00. 

Poppy — Showy  perennials  with  large 
flowers  of  rich  and  striking  colors. 

Poppy»  Oriental — ^Deep  scarlet,  large, 
very  showy;  eighteen  inches.  June.  Each 
25c;  10,  $2.00. 

Yucca  (Spanish  Bayonet.  Adams’ 
Needle) — Has  a fine  appearance.  The  stem 
is  two  feet  above  the  ground,  covered  with 
creamy  white,  bell-shaped  flowers  on  la- 
terials,  forming  a perfect  pyramid;  valu- 
able for  rock  work.  Each  2.5c;  10,  $2.00. 


Lilies — The  Lilies  should  have  a place 
in  every  garden  as  they  are  entirely 
hardy,  require  little  or  no  care  and  make 
a grand  display  ; after  planting  they  re- 
quire very  little  care,  and  should  not  be 
disturbed  for  several  years,  as  established 
plants  bloom  more  freely  than  if  taken 
up  annually.  We  can  furnish  all  of  the 
leading  varieties  : 

Auratum,  Candidum,  Elegans,  Har- 
rish,  Lancifolium, 

Longiflorum,  Par- 
delinium,  Tenui= 
folium,  Tigrinum. 

Each,  25c ; 10,  $2. 

Lily  of  the  Valley 
— The  Lily  of  the 
Val’ey  is  as  hardy 
as  any  plant  can 
possible  be,  and 
when  planted  in 
the  open  ground 
will  increase  rapid- 
ly. Price,  15c  each; 

10,  $1.20. 

Phlox — ^These  are  justly  esteemed  as  the 
finest  of  herbaceous  plants.  They  are  of 
dwarf  habit,  perfectly  hardy,  of  very  easy 
culture,  and  yield  a profusion  of  bright, 
showy  bloom.  They  are  hardly  equaled  by 
any  other  hardy  plant  for  the  decoration  of 
the  garden.  They  come  into  flower  in  July 
and  continue  a long  time.  They  can  be 
made  to  bloom  in  the  Autumn  by  pinching 
off  the  shoots  about  the  first  of  June  and 
again  in  July.  They  are  of  the  easiest  cul- 
ture, blooming  the  same  season  as  planted, 
and  satisfy  all  who  plant  them. 


Bed  of  Yucca 
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Ampelopsis  Yeitchii  (Japan  Ivy) 


Akebia,  Quinta — rapid-growing  climb- 
er, with  dark  green  leaves  and  purple  flow- 
er. Blooms  in  early  summer.  Price,  25c 
each;  10,  $2.00. 

Ampelopsis  Veitcliii  (Japan  Ivy) — For 
covering  buildings  of  brick  and  stone. 
Clings  tightly  to  the  smoothest  surface. 
Bright  green  leaves,  changing  to  brilliant 
colorings  in  Fall.  Price,  25c  each;  10, 
$2.00. 

Chinese  Matrimony  Vine — ^Vigorous  and 
hardy  climber;  flowers  bright  purple,  suc- 
ceeded hy  scarlet  berries  nearly  one  inch 
long.  Excellent  for  trellises.  Price,  25c 

each;  10,  $2.00. 

Clematis  or  Virgin’s  Bovver — Nothing 
can  be  more  satisfactory  than  vigorous 
plants  of  these  showy  climbers  which  are 
adapted  to  any  situation  either  on  veran- 
das, trellis,  or  as  individual  specimen  pillar 
plants  in  the  garden.  Clematis  needs  the 
richest  soil  that  can  be  given  it  and  is  bene- 
fited by  heavy  mulchings  in  Summer  and 
« Fall. 

Clematis,  Duchess  of  Edinburg — This 
is  without  doubt  the  best  of  the  double  va- 
rieties; flowers  pure  white,  deliciously 
scented.  Price,  35c  each;  3 for  $1.00. 

Clematis,  Henryii — Single;  the  finest 
white  Clematis;  very  large;  fine  flowers; 
grows  rapidly;  blooms  freely  during  Sum- 
mer and  Autumn.  Price,  35c  each;  3 for 
$1.00. 

Clematis,  Jackmanni — Single.  Very  large, 
deep  purple;  forms  a perfect  mass  of  rich- 
est bloom.  Price,  35c  each;  3 for  $1.00. 

Clematis,  Mine.  Ed.  Andre — Flowers  me- 
dium size,  deep  crimson-red,  velvety;  very 
free  flowering.  Price,  35c  each;  .3  for  $1.00. 


Clematis,  Paniculata — Single  white,  of 
extremely  rapid  growth,  with  shining  green 
foliage  and  a profusion  of  flowers  which 
are  small  but  borne  in  large  panicles;  very 
popular.  Price,  25c  each;  10,  $2.00. 

Clematis,  Ramona — A new  American 
seedling;  strong,  rampant  grower,  and  very 
hardy.  It  is  a free  and  perpetual  blooming 
variety,  both  on  the  old  year’s  growth  and 
on  the  wood  of  the  current  year.  The  color 
of  the  flower  is  a deep  sky  blue  and  very 
attractive;  the  size  of  the  flower  is  large, 
from  five  to  nine  inches  in  diameter.  Price, 
35c  each;  3 for  $1.00. 

Dutchman’s  Pipe — A rapid  growing  vine, 
with  magnificent  foliage,  ten  to  twelve 
inches  in  diameter,  and  curious  pipe 
shaped,  yellowish-brown  flowers.  Price, 
50c  each. 

Honeysuckle,  Chinese  Twining  (Japon- 
ica) — A well  known  vine,  holding  its  foli- 
age nearly  all  winter.  Blooms  in  July  and 
September  and  is  very  sweet.  Price,  25c 
each;  10,  $2.00. 

Honeysuckle,  Hall’s  Japan — Almost  ever- 
green with  pure  white  flowers  turning  to 
yellow;  very  fragrant,  vigorous,  covered 
with  flowers  from  July  to  December.  Price, 
25c  each;  10,  $2.00. 

Honeysuckle,  Japan  Gold-Leaved  (Bra- 
chypoda  aurea  reticulata) — Handsome  and 
very  desirable  variety,  the  foliage  beauti- 
fully netted  or  variegated  with  yellow. 
Price,  25c  each;  10,  $2.00. 

Honeysuckle,  Monthly  Fragrant  (Bel- 
gica) — Blooms  all  summer.  Flowers  red 
and  yellow,  very  sweet,  Price,  25c  each; 
10,  $2.00. 


4H 


Honeysuckle,  Scarlet  Truinpet  (Seinper- 
virens) — A strong  grower  and  produces 
scarlet,  odorless  flowers  all  summer.  Price, 
25c  each;  10,  $2.00. 

Ivy — The  evergreen  Ivies  often  suffer  in 
winter  if  exposed  to  the  sun,  and  should 
therefore  be  planted  on  the  north  side  of 
the  wall  or  building. 

Ivy,  American  or  Virginia  Creeper,  Wood- 
bine (Quinquefolia) — A very  rapid  grower, 
having  beautiful  dark  green  foliage,  which 
assumes  rich  crimson  hues  in  autumn. 
Prices,  25c  each;  10  for  $2.00. 

Ivy,  English  (Helix) — A well  known  old 
and  popular  sort.  Price,  35c  each;  10, 
$3.00. 

Ivy  , Variegated-leaved  (Fol.  Variegata) 
— -With  smaller  leaves  than  the  preceding, 
variegated  with  white.  Prices,  35c  each; 
10,  $3.00. 


Clematis,  Jackmanni 


Wistaria,  Purple 


Trumpet  Vine — A splendid  climber,  vig- 
orous and  hardy,  with  clusters  of  large 
trumpet-shaped  scarlet  flowers.  Blooms  in 
August.  Leaves  thick  and  shining,  with 
immense  blossoms  of  gorgeous  crimson  and 
yellow  color.  Price,  35c  each;  10,  $3.00. 

Wistaria,  Chinese  Purple — One  must  see 
this  plant  in  bloom  to  appreciate  its  mag- 
nificence. Perfectly  hardy;  it  flowers  in 
Spring  in  long  drooping  racemes;  very 
beautiful.  Price,  25c  each;  10,  $2.00. 


Will  Buy  of  Us  Hereafter 

Ohio,  Dec.  9,  1913 

Gentlemen: — Enclosed  find  check  to  cover 
Fall  account.  All  your  stock  proved  entirely 
satisfactory  and  we  hope  to  have  more  business 
dealings  with  you  in  the  future. 

Thanking  you  for  your  courtesy,  we  are 
Very  truly  yours, 

WEST  BROS. 


Doesn’t  This  Sound  Reasonable? 

We  grow  our  own  stock. 

We  save  you  agent’s  commission. 

You  don’t  have  to  pay  a share  of  bad  debts. 
You  get  just  what  you  order  and  when  wanted. 
You  can’t  buy  good  nursery  stock  cheaper. 
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ROSE  DEPARTMENT 

The  Rose  is  a specialty  with  us  and  we  propagate  it  on  a most  extensive  scale. 

We  annually  import  all  new  varieties  of  apparent  merit  and  carefully  test  them,  re- 
taining only  such  kinds  as  prove  meritorious,  and  the  same  course  is  pursued  with  re- 
gard to  novelties  originated  in  this  country,  so  that  our  collection  embraces  the  best. 

We  endeavor,  in  our  Catalogue,  to  present  the  merits  of  each  variety  fairly  and 
faithfully,  being  cautious  not  to  overpraise,  preferring  to  say  too  little  rather  than  too 
much.  Recognizing  the  importance  of  robust,  healthy  habit,  hardiness  and  freedom  of 
bloom,  combined  with  beauty  of  flower,  we  propagate  largely  varieties  possessing  these 
characteristics,  and  most  strongly  and  confidently  recommend  such  kinds  for  general 
planting;  and  we  also  give  due  attention  to  those  choice  and  beautiful  varieties  which 
are  less  vigorous  or  robust,  and  which  therefore  require  extra  care  to  be  grown  to  per- 
fection. In  the  hands  of  the  rose  lover  these  moderate  growers  receive  the  attention 
they  justly  deserve,  and  amply  repay  the  skill  and  care  bestowed  upon  them. 

Price,  25c  each;  $2.25  per  10,  except  where  otherwise  noted. 

If  to  be  sent  by  mail  add  5c  per  plant. 

Abel  Carrier — Of  better  form  and  finish 
than  most  of  the  dark  sorts.  Color  vel- 
vety crimson,  with  fiery  center. 

Alfred  Colomb — Brilliant  crimson.  Very 
large,  full  and  fine  globular  form;  extreme- 
ly fragrant. 

Americal  Beauty — Large,  globular;  pink, 
shaded  with  carmine;  delicious  odor. 

Anna  de  Diesbach — Rosy  carmine;  large; 
very  fragrant;  good  autumn  bloomer;  vig- 
orous grower;  one  of  the  very  best. 

Baby  Rambler — Brilliant  ruby-rose;  foli- 
age dark  and  glossy;  blooms  with  the 
greatest  freedom;  hardy  everywhere;  steady 
and  vigorous  in  growth  not  being  inter- 
rupted until  after  late  frosts. 

Baby  Rambler  Pink  (Anna  Mueller)  — 

Large  clusters  of  brilliant  rose-colored 
flowers  in  great  profusion.  A splendid 
bedding  variety. 

Baltimore  Belle — White,  with  blush  cen- 
ter; full  and  double;  blooms  in  clusters; 
slightly  fragrant;  rapid  grower;  one  of  the 
hardiest  and  best  climbers. 

Baron  de  Bonstettin — Rich,  velvety  ma- 
roon; splendid  sort. 

Blanche  Robert — White;  elegant  form; 
great  bloomer;  strong  grower;  extra  har- 
dy; new  and  gives  promise  of  becoming  im- 
mensely popular. 

Caprice — Satiny  pink,  dashed  and  flamed 
with  white  and  carmine.  Blooms  freely  at 
short  intervals  during  the  season. 


Caroline  Marniesse  — Creamy  white; 
flowers  small  and  full,  borne  in  pretty  clus- 
ters; an  exceedingly  free  bloomer,  of  dwarf 
habit  and  especially  desirable  for  borders 
and  for  bedding.  One  of  the  most  hardy  of 
its  class. 


Baby  Rambler 


Frau  Kail  Druschki 


Climbing  Frau  Karl  Druschki — Flowers 
are  white  and  of  immense  size  and  will 
make  a most  attractive  pillar  rose.  Is 
vigorous  and  thrifty  and  one  of  the  most 
valuable  additions  to  our  collection  of 
climbers.  Price,  50c  each. 

Climbing  American  Beauty — Color  rosy 
crimson,  similar  to  its  pollen  parent;  flow- 
er three  to  four  inches  in  diameter,  flnely 
formed  on  long  stems.  Blooms  very  freely 
in  May  and  June,  and  occasionally  during 
the  summer.  The  plant  is  a strong  grower, 
making  shoots  ten  to  twelve  feet  in  a sea- 
son, and  perfectly  hardy.  Foliage  deep 
glossy  green;  does  not  mildew;  is  not  sub- 
ject to  black  spots,  and  remains  on  until 
frost.  Price,  75c  each. 

Climbing  Victor  Verdier— Brilliant  car- 
mine; very- fragrant;  hardy. 

Clio — Flower  is  perfection  in  form,  with 
fine  broad  petals,  with  high  full  center  and 
is  magnificent  in  all  stages.  Color  delicate 
satin  white,  with  a light  shading  of  rosj 
pink  in  the  center. 

Coquette  de  Alps — -White;  blooms  in 
clusters;  fragrant;  free  bloomer. 

Crested  Moss — Clear  rose;  beautifully 
crested  buds;  highly  scented;  extra  fine. 

Crimson  Rambler — The  plant  is  of  very 
vigorous  growth,  making  shoots  of  from 
eight  to  ten  feet  in  a season. 

Dorothy  Perkins — One  of  the  hardiest  of 
climbing  roses.  Remarkable  vigor,  often 
making  a growth  of  from  ten  to  fifteen  feet 
in  a single  season. 


Due  de  Cazes — Extra  large  full  flowers, 
double  and  sweet  scented.  A beautiful 
shade  of  violet  crimson;  large  and  showy. 

Earl  of  Dufferin — Rich,  brilliant,  velvety 
crimson,  shaded  with  dark  maroon;  large, 
full,  flnely  formed,  delightful  fragrance.  A 
vigorous  grower.  One  of  the  flnest  dark 
roses. 

Empress  of  China — It  commences  bloom- 
ing early  in  June  and  continues  until  the 
ground  freezes.  Very  fragrant;  of  beauti- 
ful form;  color  deep  red  in  the  bud,  chang- 
ing to  pink  and  red;  nearly  double,  with  a 
waxy  appearance  like  a tea  rose. 

Flower  of  Fairfield — A sport  from  the 
notable  Crimson  Rambler,  which  it  resem- 
bles in  every  respect  except-  that  it  con- 
tinues to  bloom  all  summer,  producing  a 
marvelous  succession  of  brilliant  crimson 
clusters  from  spring  till  late  autumn.  A 
rose  of  great  value. 

Francis  Levet — Color  cherry  red;  flowers 
large  size  and  well  formed.  A strong 
grower  and  a free  bloomer. 

Frau  Karl  Druschki  — Snow-white; 
flowers  of  immense  size  and  produced  with 
great  freedom;  very  hardy  and  vigorous; 
usually  strong  growers,  branching  freely; 
buds  egg  shaped,  long  and  pointed.  Usual- 
ly admitted  to  be  the  hardiest  white  rose. 

Gem  of  Prairies — Rich  carmine;  blooms 
in  clusters;  fragrant;  strong  grower;  ex- 
tremely hardy;  one  of  the  most  desirable 
climbing  roses. 

General  Jacqueminot — Bright  crimson, 
rich  and  velvety;  buds  are  magnificent; 
flowers  large  and  fragrant;  desirable  for 
open  ground  and  forcing. 

General  Washington — Bright  shining 
crimson;  flowers  large  and  double.  Blooms 
almost  constantly. 

Glorie  de  Dijon — Bronze  yellow;  large; 
free  bloomer;  climbing  habit. 


Qruss  an  Teplitz 


4€ 


Giiiss  an  Teplitz — Dark,  rich  crimson, 
very  bright  flowers  large,  full  and  sweet; 
blooms  constantly,  throwing  up  fresh  buds 
and  flowers,  during  the  whole  of  the  grow- 
ing seacon;  healthy,  hardy  and  vigorous. 

Hermosa — Bright  blush;  large;  very 
double;  constant  bloomer. 

Hugh  Dickson — The  most  remarkable 
addition  to  Red  Hybrid  Perpetuals  in  years. 
Vigorous  growing;  color  brilliant  crimson, 
shaded  with  scarlet;  large  and  of  fine  form. 
Awarded  gold  medal  of  National  Rose 
Society. 

J.  B.  Clark — This  rose  has  been  shown 
with  flowers  five  to  seven  inches  in  dia- 
meter. Color  is  new;  deep  scarlet,  shaded 
with  darkest  crimson.  Fragrance  is  very 
sweet.  This  is  a wonderful  variety.  Price 
75c  each. 

John  Hopper — Deep  rose;  very  double; 
very  fragrant;  large;  good;  late  bloomer. 

Jules  Margottin — Cherry  red;  large; 
very  double;  fragrant;  pretty  buds;  free 
grower. 

Killamey — Flowers  rich,  rosy  pink,  very 
large.  Plant  a good  grower;  free  bloomer. 
Buds  are  long  and  pointed.  The  rose  is 
beautiful  beyond  description.  Price  50c 
each. 

Lady  Gay — This  new  climbing  rose 
originated  in  America.  Is  a perpetual 
source  of  wonder,  yielding  large  trusses  of 
pink  flowers.  Is  a great  novelty;  color  is  a 
deep,  clear,  rich,  rose  pink. 

LaFrance — Satin  pink;  splendid  form; 
exquisitely  perfumed;  constant  bloomer; 
none  better.  Requires  winter  protection 
and  high  culture. 

LaReine — Silvery  peach;  large;  good 
form;  fragrant;  fine  autumn  bloomer;  vig- 
orous grower. 

Louis  Van  Houtte — Bright  rose  carmine, 
full  and  very  large.  A beautiful  rose. 

Mabel  Morrison — White,  very  full  and 
double  cup-shaped  flowers.  Petals  firm  and 
erect.  A very  valuable  acquisition  to  any 
rose  bed. 

Madame  Gabriel  Luizet — Beautiful  pink; 
cup-shaped;  large,  somewhat  fragrant,  vig- 
orous grower;  exquisitely  shaded,  full  and 
double;  splendid. 

Madame  Plantier — Pure  white;  full 
form;  a profuse  bloomer  early  in  the  sea- 
son; free  grower;  one  of  the  very  best. 

Madame  Vidot — Cream  color;  a semi- 
hardy tea  rose;  blooms  profusely  and  is 
most  desirable. 

Madame  Alfred  Carrier — Pearly  white 
with  slight  pink  tints  in  the  center.  An  un- 
usually strong  grower  and  constant  bloomer. 

Magna  Charta — Bright,  Clear  pink, 
flushed  with  violet  crimson;  very  sweet; 
extra  large;  fine  form;  very  double  and 
full;  free  bloomer. 


M.  P.  Wilder — Flowers  very  large,  per- 
fectly double  and  of  good  substance.  Color 
bright  cherry  red  shading  to  crimson. 
Strong  healthy  grower. 

Marchioness  of  Londonderry — Flower  of 
large  size  and  perfect  form,  on  stout,  erect 
stems;  color  ivory  white;  petals  shell 
shape;  free  flowering  and  highly  fragrant. 

Marechal  Neil — Delicate  yellow;  ex- 
quisitely perfumed;  lovely  buds;  has  a 
climbing  habit;  a charming  rose,  but  it  re- 
quires careful  treatment. 

Margaret  Dickson — Of  magnificent  form; 
white,  with  pale  flesh  center;  petals  very 
large,  shell  shaped  and  of  great  substance; 
fragrant;  foliage  very  large,  dark  green; 
a vigorous  grower. 

Memorial  ( Wichuraiana) — The  growth 
is  trailing  or  creeping,  and  can  be  used  in 
covering  terraces  or  trellises.  They  are 
hardy  and  grow  well  in  the  poorest  soil. 
The  foliage  is  thick  and  leathery,  shining 
as  if  varnished,  and  keeps  fresh  and  bright 
until  nearly  midwinter.  The  flowers  are 
abundant,  and  last  in  perfection  for  a long 
time. 

Memorial,  Manda’s  Triumph — -The  flowers 
are  pure  white  and  very  double,  producing 
clusters  of  from  ten  to  twelve  on  the  small 
side  shoots,  literally  covering  the  plant  and 
standing  well  above  the  foliage. 

Memorial,  South  Orange  Perfection — Re- 
markably free  flowering;  about  one  and 
one-half  inches  in  diameter,  soft  blush  pink 
at  the  tips,  changing  to  white. 


' m 


Paul  Neyron 


Memorial,  Universal  Favorite — Flowers 
are  very  double,  two  inches  and  over  in 
diameter,  of  a beautiful  rose  color;  very 
fragrant. 

Mrs.  John  Laing — Color  soft  pink; 
flowers  large,  finely  shaped  and  very  fra- 
grant; blooms  late  in  the  autumn. 

Paul  Neyron — Shining  pink,  clear  and 
beautiful,  double  and  full,  finely  scented; 
free  bloomer  and  one  of  the  largest  of 
roses,  often  measuring  five  inches  across. 

Persian  Yellow — Deep  bright  yellow; 
small  but  handsome.  A very  early 
bloomer.  The  finest  hardy,  double  yellow 
rose. 

Pius  X — Dark  carmine;  large,  handsome, 
strong  grower;  very  attractive  and  a fine 
variety. 

Prince  Camille  de  Rohan — Deep  velvety 
crimson;  large;  fragrant;  good  bloomer; 
free  grower;  one  of  the  finest  roses  culti- 
vated. 

Queen  of  Prairies — Rosy  red;  blooms 
abundantly  in  June;  vigorous  grower;  one 
of  the  most  hardy  and  desirable  climbing 
roses  grown. 

Red  Moss — Deep  red;  very  mossy;  good 
grower;  fine  bloomer. 


Yellow  Rambler 


Rosa  Rugosa  (Japanese  Rose) — Bushes 
when  full  grown  three  to  five  feet;  sturdy; 
covered  with  handsome  glossy,  green  foli- 
age and  clusters  of  beautiful  single  fiowers, 
which  emit  a delightful  odor.  Bloom 
throughout  the  summer  and  are  covered 
during  the  autumn  and  winter  with  red 
seed  pods. 

Rosa  Rugosa,  Rugosa  Red — Beautiful, 
rosy  crimson  fiowers. 

Rosa  Rugosa,  Rugosa  White — A remark- 
ably free  bloomer  with  fiowers  of  purest 
white;  delicate  well  formed  buds. 

Soleil  d’Or  — Hardy;  orange-yellow, 
blended  with  reddish  gold  and  pink.  Hardy 
everywhere;  plants  strong  and  robust; 
flowers  large  and  globular. 

Souvenir  de  Malmaison — Fawn  color; 
fine  form,  continuous  bloomer. 

Sunset — Rich  saffron  and  orange;  con- 
stant bloomer. 

Sweet  Briars,  Amy  Robsart — Lovely, 
deep  rose;  the  buds  before  opening  are 
most  graceful,  of  true  Sweet  Briar  type; 
an  abundant  bloomer,  robust  and  free. 

Sweet  Briars,  Penzance — Beautiful  soft 
tint  of  copper  with  a peculiar  metallic 
lustre;  the  base  of  each  petal  a bright  yel- 
low; very  free  flowering,  with  a delicious 
perfume  from  foliage  and  flower;  a won- 
derful grower;  shoots  pendulous. 

Sweet  Briars,  Lord  Penzance — Soft  shade 
of  fawn  or  ecru,  passing  to  a lovely  lemon 
yellow  in  the  center,  sometimes  toned  with 
a most  delicate  pink;  a good  grower  and 
abundant  bloomer;  very  sweet-scented. 

Victor  Verdier — Carmine,  shaded  with 
purple;  splendid  autumn  bloomer;  fine 
form;  one  of  the  very  best.  Requires  win- 
ter protection. 

White  Rambler — One  of  the  Ramblers 
which  have  grown  in  favor  so  rapidly. 
Flowers  are  well  formed,  and  though  small 
are  produced  in  so  great  profusion  as  to 
present  an  immense  mass  of  bloom. 

Yellow  Rambler — Habit  of  growth  sim- 
ilar to  Crimson  Rambler.  Flowers  borne 
in  immense  clusters;  color  a clear,  decided 
yellow.  One  of  the  finest  pillar  or  porch 
plants  imaginable. 

TREE  ROSES 

The  Tree  Roses  are  grafted  on  hardy 
rose  canes  four  to  five  feet  high,  are  tree 
shaped,  and  when  in  full  bloom  are  objects 
of  beauty,  making  handsome  plants  for  the 
lawn.  They  need  winter  protection. 

We  can  supply  White,  Red,  Pink  and 
Crimson  colors,  very  fine,  strong  trees  that 
will  bloom  the  first  year.  50c  each;  doz., 
$5.00.  The  Tree  Baby  Rambler — 50c  each; 
doz.,  $5.00. 


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Insect  Enemies  and  How  to  Destroy  Them 


We  embody  herewith  brief  but  plain  de- 
scriptions of  the  various  insects  which  at- 
tack different  classes  of  trees  and  plants, 
and  in  each  case  the  best  known  remedy. 
Our  directions  can  be  relied  upon  im- 
plicitly, and  we  need  only  ask  our  friends 
and  customers  to  follow  the  directions  in 
each  case  to  the  letter. 

DIRECTIONS  FOR  PREPARING  THE 
REMEDIES. 

Paris  Green  or  London  Purple — These 
poisons  are  used  either  in  solution  or  dry 
form.  In  solution  one  pound  is  mixed  with 
from  100  to  300  gallons  of  water,  the 
strength  depending  on  the  plant  sprayed 
and  the  insects  to  be  destroyed.  The  poi- 
son should  first  be  mixed  with  enough 
water  to  form  a paste,  after  which  the  full 
quantity  may  be  added.  It  is  always  best 
to  add  one  or  two  pounds  of  lime  for  each 
pound  of  the  green,  as  the  danger  to  foliage 
will  be  much  lessened  thereby.  Paris 
Green  alone  is  sometimes  applied  in  dry 
form.  It  is  best,  however,  to  mix  each 
pound  with  ten  pounds  of  fiour  or  plaster. 
The  liquid  is  much  less  objectionable  and 
we  would  in  all  cases  recommend  it. 

Kerosene  Emulsion— Take  common  bar 
soap,  one-half  a pound,  water  one  gallon, 
and  kerosene  two  gallons.  Shave  the  soap 
into  the  water,  then  beat  the  whole  until 
all  the  soap  is  dissolved;  add  the  soap 
liquid,  boiling  hot,  to  the  kerosene,  and 
churn  for  ten  minutes  by  pumping  it  back 
into  itself;  when  cool,  the  emulsion  should 
have  the  consistency  of  thick  cream  or  soft 
butter,  this  depending  somewhat  upon  the 
kind  of  soap  used. 

INSECTS  AFFECTING  THE  GRAPE. 

The  Flea  Beetle. 

This  small,  steel  blue  insect,  appears  in 
early  spring,  and  at  once  begins  eating  the 
tender  foliage.  After  eating  a short  time 
the  female  beetle  deposits  small  yellow 
eggs  on  the  foliage.  These  soon  hatch  into 
small  larvae,  which  continue  to  work  of 
destruction. 

Remedies — Spray  with  Paris  Green,  one 
pound,  and  one  and  one-half  pounds  lime 
to  2 00  gallons  of  water,  as  soon  as  the 
beetles  are  noticed.  Two  applications  of 
this  solution  at  intervals  of  a week  or  ten 
days,  will  usually  destroy  all  the  insects. 

The  Rose  Bug. 

It  makes  its  appearance  early  in  the  sum- 
mer, devouring  flowers,  young  fruit  and 
leaves.  The  beetle  is  about  half  an  inch 
long  and  of  a brown  color. 

Remedies — The  best  results  have  fol- 
lowed the  use  of  Pyrethrum,  which  should 


be  applied  in  solution  at  the  rate  of  one 
ounce  to  two  gallons  of  water. 

INSECTS  AFFECTING  THE  APPLE. 

The  Coddling  Moth. 

The  little  white  caterpillar,  whose  effects 
are  so  familiar  to  everyone,  is  the  larvae  of 
a small,  nocturnal,  gray  moth.  The  moth 
deposits  her  eggs  on  the  blossom  end  of  the 
fruit.  As  soon  as  the  eggs  hatch  the  larvae 
eats  its  way  into  the  young  fruit;  the  rest 
of  the  story  is  well  known  to  everyone. 

Remedies — Spray  the  trees  with  Paris 
Green  or  London  Purple  at  the  rate  of  one 
pound  to  25  0 gallons  of  water,  add  one  and 
a half  pounds  of  lime,  first  when  the 
flowers  are  falling  and  again  when  the  fruit 
is  the  size  of  peas. 

The  Canker  AVorm. 

This  measuring  worm  eats  the  green  por- 
tion of  the  leaf,  giving  the  tree  a brownish 
color,  as  though  scorched  by  fire.  The 
worms  appear  in  early  spring,  and  when 
full  grown  are  an  inch  long. 

Remedies — Spray  the  trees  when  the 
leaves  are  one-third  grown,  with  Paris 
Green  solution,  one  pound  to  2 00  gallons 
of  water,  add  one  and  a half  pounds  of 
lime.  Usually  one  spraying  will  be  sufii- 
cient,  but  if  the  worms  appear  to  be  on  the 
increase  a second  application  will  be  advis- 
able. 

Apple  Tree  Tent- Caterpillar. 

The  large  silken  nests  made  by  this  in 
sect  are  familiar  to  everyone.  The  cater- 
pillars appear  in  May  or  June,  and  in  five 
or  six  weeks  have  attained  their  full  size. 

Remedies — Cut  out  and  burn  the  nests 
as  soon  as  they  are  seen,  taking  the  precau- 
tion to  do  this  in  the  morning  when  the 
catterpillars  are  all  in.  This,  together  with 
one  or  two  sprayings  of  Paris  Green  Solu- 
tion, having  a strength  of  one  pound  to  2 00 
gallons  of  water,  and  one  and  a half  pounds 
of  lime,  will  effectually  rid  the  trees  of  the 
pest. 

The  Apple  Aphis. 

Apple  trees  are  often  attacked  early  in 
the  season  by  this  insect.  The  lice  are 
quite  small  and  green  in  color.  By  sucking 
the  juices  from  the  young  growth  they 
greatly  interfere  with  the  functions  of  the 
latter,  and  as  a result  the  tree  has  a sickly, 
yellow  appearance. 

Remedies — Spray  with  kerosene  emul- 
sion at  the  rate  of  one  gallon  to  twenty  of 
water,  as  soon  as  the  lice  appear.  Repeat 
the  treatment  in  eight  or  ten  days  if  neces- 
sary. A decoction  made  by  soaking  over 
night  four  or  five  pounds  of  tobacco  stems, 
or  refuse  tobacco  of  any  kind,  in  five  gal- 
lons of  water,  will  also  be  found  an  excel- 
lent remedy  against  the  lice. 


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The  Oyster  Shell  Hark  Louse. 

There  are  frequently  seen  on  the  trunks, 
branches  and  twigs  of  the  apple  tree,  small, 
whitish  shells,  resembling  in  shape  those  of 
an  oyster.  Under  these  shells  are  numerous 
small  lice  busily  engaged  in  sucking  the 
sap  from  the  tree. 

Remedies — Scrape  the  trees  thoroughly 
in  spring  before  the  leaves  appear  and  then 
paint  the  trunk  and  large  limbs  with  a 
thick  solution  made  by  dissolving  one  quart 
of  soft  soap  in  half  a gallon  of  hot  water. 
Two  ounces  of  crude  carbolic  acid  added  to 
this  will  also  increase  its  efficiency.  Make 
no  further  treatment  until  the  middle  of 
May,  when  kerosene  emulsion,  one  gallon 
to  twenty-five  gallons  of  water,  should  be 
applied.  It  is  always  best  to  apply  the 
emulsion  soon  after  the  lice  hatch. 

INSECTS  AFFECTING  THE  PEACH. 

The  Black  Aphis. 

Numbers  of  this  small,  shiny  black  in- 
sect may  be  seen  in  the  spring  on  the  leaves 
and  twigs  of  the  peach.  The  lice  often  do 
a great  deal  of  damage  above  ground  as 
well  as  below  on  the  roots. 

Remedies — For  the  form  above  ground, 
spraying  with  kerosene  emulsion,  one  gal- 
lon to  thirty-five  gallons  of  water,  is  the 
most  effective  remedy.  The  first  spraying 
should  be  made  as  soon  as  the  lice  appear; 
if  necessary,  this  should  be  followed  by 
others  at  intervals  of  a few  days  until  the 
trees  are  rid  of  the  pest.  Under  the  ground 
the  lice  are  best  destroyed  by  digging  in 
tobacco  stems  or  dust  among  the  trees. 
The  tobacco  is  scattered  on  the  ground  to 
the  depth  of  half  an  inch  or  more,  then 
dug  in  with  a spade  or  fork. 

Peach  Yellows. 

This  is  one  of  the  few  diseases  as  to 
which  very  little  is  positively  known,  except 
its  effects.  It  usually  makes  its  appearance 
about  mid-summer,  causing  the  foliage  of 
the  tree  to  turn  yellow,  and  soon  there- 
after the  body  and  large  limbs  will  throw 
out  a considerable  number  of  weak,  yellow 
leaved  suckers.  If  the  tree  is  loaded  with 
fruit  it  will  be  under  size,  little  or  no 
flavor,  and  ripen  prematurely. 

Remedies — The  moment  that  you  feel 
sure  that  a tree  is  affected  with  yellows, 
dig  it  up  root  and  branches  and  burn  it, 
and  plant  any  tree  that  you  like,  other  than 
a peach  tree,  in  its  place. 

INSECTS  AFFECTING  THE  PEAR. 

The  Pear  Tree  Slug. 

This  insect  attacks  the  leaves,  eating 
away  the  green  portion  so  that  nothing  re- 
mains out  the  parchment-like  tissues  and 
veins.  It  appears  usuai''y  the  latter  part 
of  June  and  again  in  August. 

Remedies — -Spraying  with  a simple  solu- 
tion of  milk  of  lime,  made  by  mixing  two 
pounds  of  lime  in  twenty  gallons  of  water. 


will  often  rid  the  tree  of  this  pest.  The 
first  application  should  be  made  as  soon  as 
the  slugs  are  noticed;  if  necessary,  others 
should  follow  in  a week  or  ten  days.  By 
adding  a little  Paris  Green,  say  one  ounce 
to  the  lime  of  milk,  the  latter  will  be  made 
more  effectual. 

The  Scurfy  I5ark  Louse. 

This  insect  resembles  the  Oyster  Shell 
Bark  Louse  already  described  as  attacking 
the  apple. 

Remedies — The  same  as  for  Oyster  Shell 
Bark  Louse. 

Pear  Blight. 

It  is  understood  by  the  best  authorities, 
both  practical  and  scientific,  that  the  cause 
of  the  disease  is  absolutely  unknown,  and 
there  is  but  one  certain  remedy,  namely  cut 
out  the  blighted  parts  promptly  on  appear- 
ance of  the  disease  and  burn  them. 

INSECTS  AFFECTING  THE  PLUM. 

The  Curculio. 

This  little  grub  originates  from  eggs  de- 
posited by  a small,  dirty  gray  beetle,  when 
the  flowers  are  still  small. 

Remedies — The  most  reliable  way  now 
known  of  dealing  with  Curculio  is  spray  it 
with  Paris  Green.  The  first  application 
should  be  made  when  the  flowers  are  fall- 
ing, using  a solution  made  by  mixing  one 
pound  of  Paris  Green  in  2 00  gallons  of 
water,  and  adding  one  and  a half  pounds 
of  lime.  In  a week  or  ten  days  make  a 
second  application,  and  follow  this  by 
another  after  the  lapse  of  same  length  of 

time.  Plum  Tree  Aphis. 

This  insect  resembles  the  one  occurring 
on  the  peach,  and  like  it  may  be  destroyed 
by  spraying  with  kerosene  emulsion,  made 
by  mixing  one  gallon  of  the  concentrated 
emulsion  in  twenty  gallons  of  water. 

Black  Knot. 

The  most  scientific  as  well  as  practical 
fruit  growers  in  the  country  are  by  no 
means  agreed  as  tO'  the  cause  of  Black  Knot 
on  plum  and  cherry  trees,  but  they  are 
entirely  agreed  as  to  the  only  known 
remedy,  naniely:  Just  as  soon  as  the 

Black  Knot  appears  cut  it  out,  remov- 
ing the  branch  at  least  two  inches  below 
where  the  knot  appears.  Burn  the  affected 
parts  and  follow  this  method  promptly, 
thoroughly,  and  in  most  cases,  you  will 
have  exterminated  the  disease  before  it  has 
done  serious  damage. 

INSECTS  AFFECTING  THE  CHERRY. 

The  Cherry  is  injured  by  plant  lice,  re- 
sembling those  occurring  on  the  peach  or 
plum.  The  Pear  Tree  Slug  also  attacks  the 
leaves,  while  the  fruit  is  infested  by  the 
Plum  Curculio. 

Black  Knot. 

Cherry  trees  are  affected  with  Black 
Knot  the  same  as  the  plum  trees,  and  the 
same  remedies  should  be  used. 


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INSECTS  AFFECTING  THE  CURRANT 
AND  GOOSEBERRY — The  Currant  Worm. 

The  perfect  form  of  the  worm  is  a small 
fly,  which  lays  its  eggs  on  the  leaves  in 
early  spring.  As  soon  as  the  eggs  hatch, 
the  worms  eat  circular  holes  in  the  foliage. 
As  the  worms  increase  in  size,  they  become 
more  voracious,  often  riddling  the  leaves. 

Remedies — As  soon  as  the  worms  are 
seen,  spray  the  plants  with  a solution  made 
by  mixing  one  ounce  of  Hellebore  in  two 
gallons  of  water. 

The  Currant  Aphis. 

The  insect  attacks  the  leaves,  causing 


them  to  curl  and  turn  brown.  The  lice  are 
usually  abundant  in  early  summer,  but  as 
hot  weather  advances  they  disappear. 

Remedies — Spray  with  kerosene  emul- 
sion, one  gallon  to  twenty  gallons  of  water, 
as  soon  as  the  lice  are  noticed. 

INSECTS  AFFECTING  THE  ROSE. 

The  Rose  Bug — The  same  as  sometimes 
attacks  the  grape.  Remedies — The  same. 

The  Green  Aphis — The  same  that  attacks 
the  apple.  Remedies — The  same. 

The  Black  Apliis — The  same  that  attacks 
the  peach  and  other  trees.  Remedies — The 
same. 


SPRAYING 


Once  a plant  is  attacked  by  disease  it  cannot  be  cured  in 
the  same  sense  that  an  animal  can  be.  Spraying  aims  not  to 
cure  diseased  plants  but  to  protect  them  from  two  classes  of 
enemies,  insects  and  fungus  (fungi,  plural).  The  purpose  of 
spraying  is  then  to  render  plants  immune  against  the  insects  or 
fungi  to  be  feared.  The  spray  mixture  must  be  injurious  to 
the  enemies  it  is  designed  to  forestall. 

There  are  three  main  considerations  in  spraying.  An  effec- 
tive spraying  machine,  one  adapted  to  the  character  of  the 
work;  a mixture  that  will  defeat  the  enemy;  and  a knowledge 
of  the  proper  time  to  spray.  The  first  can  be  secured  through 
the  manufacturers  whose  advertisements  appear  in  fruit-grow- 
ing magazines,  the  other  two  are  explained  in  detail  in  the 
following  paragraphs. 

The  principle  underlying  spraying  is  to  cover  the  foliage 
or  wood  of  plants  with  a medium  in  which  the  fungus  will  not 
grow,  in  the  case  of  the  plant  parasite,  or  one  which  will  poison 
the  leaf-eating  insect  or  kill  the  sucking  insect  by  destroying 
its  body.  Both  diseases  and  destructive  insects  work  rapidly 
and  a delay  of  a few  days  may  make  the  remedy  ineffective.  Of 
all  factors  making  for  success  in  spraying  promptness  is  the 
most  important. 

We  advise  careful  attention  to  these  five  points:  (1)  Know 
the  enemy  you  are  attacking;  (2)  study  the  remedy,  its  prin- 
ciples— how  it  acts;  (3) secure  the  proper  appliance  for  using 
the  remedy;  (4)  prepare  the  spray  mixture  carefully;  (5)  apply 
it  thoroughly, 

Animoniacal  Copper  Carbonate 


Copper  Carbonate.  5 ounces 

Ammonia  2 quarts 

Water 50  gallons 


Prepare  and  keep  in  large  bottles. 

Arseni te  of  Lead 

Lead  Arsenite 

Water  

Arsenite  of  Lime 


1 pound 
150  gallons 


This  is  much  cheaper  than  Paris  Green  and  equally  efficient.  It  will  not  burn  the 
tenderest  foliage.  Formula  (for  800  gallons)  : 


Arsenic,  White 2 pounds 

Sal  Soda 8 pounds 

Water  2 gallons 


Boil  all  together  for  15  minutes  or  as  long  as  it  takes  the  arsenic  to  dissolve.  The 
result  is  a concentrated  solution  that  can  be  diluted  as  needed.  One  pint  together  with 
2 pounds  of  lime  added  to  a barrel  of  water  makes  an  insecticide  as  good  as  Paris  Green. 


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liordeaux  Mixture  (Standard  formula) 


Copper  sulphate  (Blue  Vitrol) 4 pounds 

Lime  (fresh)  4 pounds 

Water  50  gallons 


Use  about  half  of  the  water  to  dissolve  the  copper  sulphate.  Do  this  by  suspending 
the  crystals  near  the  surface  in  a bag  of  coarse  material.  Put  the  lime  in  another  ves- 
sel, adding  small  amounts  of  water  from  time  to  time  until  the  lime  is  thoroughly  slaked. 
Then  add  the  remainder  of  the  fifty  gallons  (about  2 5 will  have  been  used  for  the  cop- 
per sulphate,  1 or  2 for  slaking  the  lime;  use  the  remainder — 23  or  24  gallons — for 
diluting  lime). 

Have  a large  vessel  capable  of  holding  fifty  gallons  and  into  this  pour  at  the  same 
time,  the  lime  solution  and  the  copper  sulphate  solution.  The  spray  tank  or  barrel 
may  be  used  for  this  purpose.  The  best  mixture  is  made  by  straining  the  solution  as 
they  are  poured.  This  can  be  done  either  with  a coarse  cloth  or  fine  meshed  wire  screen. 


Copper  Sulphate  Solution 


Copper  sulphate 1 pound 

Water  25  gallons 


Since  this  is  injurious  to  foliage,  it  should  only  be  used  before  the  foliage  appears. 
It  acts  as  a general  germicide  and  disinfectant. 


Hellebore 

White  Hellebore,  fresh 1 ounce 

Water  3 gallons 

Kerosene  Emulsion 

Hard  Soap  pound 

Water,  boiling 1 gallon 

Kerosene  2 gallons 


First  dissolve  the  soap  in  hot  water,  add  the  kerosene  and  stir  or  churn  thoroughly 
until  the  mixture  becomes  white  and  creamy.  Dilute  the  solution  four  times  for  San 
Jose;  twenty  times  for  Aphis, 

Lime-Sulphur 

The  lime-sulphur  solution  seems  destined  to  take  the  place  of  the  Bordeaux  mixture 
and  many  other  copper  sprays  that  have  been  in  use  a long  time. 

(For  the  best  information  about  Lime-Sulphur  send  for  Penn.  Expt.  Sta,  Bulletin 
92,  July,  1909;  or  their  latest  bulletin  on  this  subject.) 

Lime,  fresh 15-2  0 pounds 

Sulphur,  flowers 15  pounds 

Water  50  gallons 

Place  lime  in  an  iron  kettle  over  fire  and  slake  with  about  8 to  10  gallons  of  water. 
Add  the  sulphur  and  salt  then  thoroughly.  Boil  the  mixture  for  from  forty  to  sixty 
minutes  and  stir  constantly.  Do  not  add  any  more  water  than  is  needed  to  keep  the 
mixture  from  sticking  and  burning.  Strain  the  mixture  and  add  enough  hot  water  to 
make  50  gallons.  Always  apply  hot.  After  the  mixture  has  been  allowed  to  cool,  crys- 
tals form  which  can  only  be  dissolved  by  heating. 

Before  using  Lime-Sulphur  we  advise  a thorough  understanding  of  it.  This  can  be 
obtained  from  the  bulletins  of  numerous  Experiment  Stations  and  from  fruit-growing 
magazines. 

Paris  Green  Solution 

Mix  1 pound  of  Paris  Green  in  200  gallons  of  water,  stir  well  and  keep  well  stirred 
while  it  is  being  applied. 

Soluble  Oils 

These  require  only  the  addition  of  water  before  applying.  Use  only  those  recom- 
mended by  good  authority.  They  take  the  place  of  Lime-Sulphur  and  have  not  its  dis- 
advantages. 

Tobacco  Solutions 

These  can  be  prepared  by  boiling  tobacco  stems  in  water,  two  gallons  to  each 
pound  of  stems.  Good  for  sucking  insects. 


Grafting  Wax 

A good  grafting  wax  is  made  as  follows:  Resin,  4 parts;  Bees’  Wax,  2 parts;  Tal- 
low, 1 part.  All  by  weight.  This  material  should  be  carefully  melted  together,  mixed 
and  when  hot,  poured  into  a pail  of  cold  water.  As  soon  as  it  is  hard  enough  to  handle, 
the  lump  should  be  pulled  until  it  becomes  light  colored.  In  doing  this  the  hands 
should  be  greased,  care  being  taken  not  to  use  too  much  grease 

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*Same  treatment  for  Peach  fSame  treatment  for  Plum  tSame  treatment  for  Pear  °Same  treatment  for  Cherry 


Straig-ht 

Spray 


40  Styles  and  Sizes  of  Auto-Sprays 


The  Auto  Spray  No.  1. 

Compressed  Air  Sprayer 

Upwards  of  200,000  in  use 


PATENTED. 


The  Auto-Spray  No. 

1 is  the  strongest  and 
most  simple  in  its 
working  parts  of  any 
compressed  air  sprayer 
Two  pum pings  of 
about  15  strokes  on  the 
plunger  will  discharge 
the  contents  under  high 
and  constant  pressure. 
After  pumping,  the  oper- 
ator has  nothing  to  do 
but  direct  the  spray. 

USES 

For  applying  all  insecti- 
cides, fungicides,  disin- 
fectants, cattle  fly  oil, 
whitewash,  and  cold 
water  paint. 

PRICES 

“Auto-Spray”  No.  lA,  brass 
tank  with  .stop  cock, 


“Auto-Spray”  No.  IB,  brass  tank  with  “Auto-Pop”  $8.00 
“Auto-Spray”  No.  1C,  galv.  tank  with  “Stop  cock...  o 00 
“Auto-Spray”  No  ID,  galv.  tank  with  “Auto-Pop”  5,50 

Extension  pipe,  2 ft.  length,  solid  brass,  each 50 

Elbow  extension.  Fig.  319,  solid  brass  ; 1.30 

Strainer,  Fig.  366,  solid  brass 1.00 

Two-Row  Attachment,  Fig.  170,  solid  brass 1.50 

Torch  1.00 

“Auto-Pop”  No.  1,  Fig.  217,  without  hose  or  fittings  1.50 
“Auto-Pop”  bo.  1,  with  hose  and  fittings 2 00 


The  Auto-Spray  No.  40 

Hand  Lever  Pump.  Complete  Outfit 

Correctly  designed  on  mechanical  principals 
with  every  unnecessary  part  eliminated. 

USES 

For  handling  whitewash,  cold  water  paint,  in- 
secticides, fungicides,  and  all  solutions. 

CONSTRUCTION 

Tank.  Heavy  brass  or  galvanized  steel. 

Plunger.  Brass,  l>^-inch  dia.  3 to  4^-inch 
stroke  as  desired.  The  plunger  operating  in 
connection  with  the  air  chamber  ensures  a 
greater  reserve  capacity  than  usual  in  this  size 
machine.  Plunger  style  pump.  Graphite  pack- 
ing adjustable  from  outside  by  adjusting  2 bolts. 

Valves.  Brass  ball  valves.  Suction  pipe  fitted 
with  brass  strainer. 

Agitation.  Mechanical  and  effective.  Oper- 
ated from  the  handle.  The  top  casting  on  tank 
has  broad  flange  which  prevents  the  solution 
from  slopping  over.  Equipment.  8 ft.  4-ply  ^- 
in.  duck  hose,  8 ft.  iron  extension,  lever  shut-off 
and  latest  pattern  Vermorel  nozzle. 


Brass  Ball  Valve 


Angle  Spray 

Fig.  369.  Capacity  about  1 qt. 


Filler 

opening 

wltli 

thumb 

lever 


The  Auto-Spray  No.  37 

Continuous  Sprayer 

WILL  HANDLE  ALL  SOLUTIONS 
Pump  cylinder.  Twelve  inches  by  one  and 
half  inches  diameter.  Retinned  by  special  pro- 
cess where  it  comes  in  contact  with  solution, 
and  is  non-corrosive. 


Fig.  370. 

Net  Weight  35  lbs.,  (With  Truck),  50  lbs. 
Shipping  Weight,  crated,  45  lbs.,  (with  Truck),  75  lbs. 
Capacity.  Eight  and  Twelve  gallons. 

PRICES 

Auto-Spray  No.  40A,  brass  tank,  cap.  8 gals $17.00 

Auto-Spray  No.  40 B,  galv.  tank,  cap.  8 gals 14.00 

Auto-Spray  No.  40C.  brass  tank,  cap.  12  gals,  with 

truck— 20-inch  wheel 21.00 

Auto-Spray  No.  40D,  galv.  tank,  cap.  12  gals,  with 

truck — 20-inch  wheel 18.00 


$ .80 
.90 
1.25 


PRICES 

All  tin 

Tin  pump  and  galvanized  reservoir, 
i'in  pump  and  brass  reservoir 


m 


E.  N 


EioVA 


5 Prong  Cultivator-Hoe 


Weight  3 lbs.  4 ft.  Handle 


Prices 

5 Prong,  75c  3 Prong,  50c 

Midget  Weeder,  25c 
Universal  Connection, 

The  Most  useful  of  all  Garden  Implements.  Close  Pl°''^*  ^Oc 

cultivation  is  essential;  and  “NORCROSS”  Cul- 
tivator-hoes work  closer  to  plants  without  injuring  them,  than  any  other  tool  known, 
leaving  the  soil  level,  loose  untrampled. 

Detachable,  Steel  Prongs,  Malleable  Head,  finish  Black  with  Silver  Bronzed  Shovels, 
handles  finest  quality  white  Ash,  richly  labeled. 

The  “Norcross”  is  the  only  Cultivator-hoe  with  Detachable  Ferrule  (Fat’d)  which  pro- 
vides for  its  use  as  a wheel  plow  attachment,  by  means  of  our  Universal  Connection. 


Do  You  Know  All  About  “Scalecide”  ? 


If  you  do,  it  is  more  than  we  do,  for  we  learn  some- 
thing every  day,  but  what  we  know,  we  DO  know ; and 
no  man,  however  high  his  official  position,  can  disprove 
our  statements.  He  may  know  more  about  some  things 
than  we  do,  but  he  does  not  know  more  than  we  do 
about  “SCALECIDE.” 

1st.  Will  kill  more  scale  than  Lime-Sulfur. 

2nd.  Will  destroy  the  spores  of  more  fungi  in  Winter 
than  Lime-Sulfur. 

3rd.  Will  kill  more  eggs  and  larvae  of  insects 
wintering  on  your  trees  than  Lime-Sulfur. 

4th.  Will  show  greater  invigorating  effect  on  tree- 
growth  than  Lime-Sulfur. 

5th.  Will  make  your  spray-pump  last  twice  as  long 
as  where  Lime-Sulfur  is  used. 

6th.  Will  not  take  the  hair  off  the  horses,  the  skin 
off  your  hands,  or  burn  the  eyes  like  Lime-Sulfur. 

7th.  Will  spray  twice  as  many  trees  until  they  drip, 
gallon  for  gallon,  as  Lime-Sulfur. 

8th.  Will  cut  your  labor  bill  for  spraying  in  two. 

9th  Will  cost  less  for  enough  material  to  spray  your 
orchard  than  the  average  man  pays  for  Lime-Sulfur. 

10th.  That  the  action  of  “SCALECIDE”  is  immedi- 
ate, while  Lime-Sulfur  may  require  a month  or  more  to 
be  fully  effective. 


PRICES  FOR  “SCALECIDE.” 

SO-gal.  bbis.,  50c  per  gal.,  $25.00  5-gal.  can  in  case  $3.25 

30-gal.  jacketed  tins  - 15.00  1-gal.  jacketed  cans  1.00 

10-gal.  (2-5-gaI.  cans  to  case)  6.00  1-qt.  cans  - - .40 

A BEAUTIFUL  LAWN— A FINE  GARDEN 
SHEEP’S  HEAD  BRAND  MANURE 

Insures  a velvety,  green,  quick-growing  lawn;  also  double  the  yield  of  the  garden 
and  produce  earlier  and  better  vegetables,  by  feeding  the  soil  with  Sheep’s  Head 
Sheep  Manure.  Rich  in  nitrogen,  phosphoric  acid  and  potash  Pulverized,  ready 
to  apply.  Also  will  show  quick  results  on  flower  beds,  shrubbery  and  orchard. 
Large  sized  barrel,  $4,  100  lb.  bag,  S2.2.3,  freight  prepaid  east  of  the  Missouri  River. 
Send  for  folder. 


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INDEX 


Age  for  Trees  to  Bear 1 

Apples 4,  5,  6 

Asparagus 27 

Blackberries 24 

Cherries 11,  12 

Crab  Apples 7 

Cultivator  Hoe 55 

Currants 21 

Distances  for  Planting 1 

Evergreens 33 

Flowering  Schrubs 35.  36,  37,  38 

Grapes 19,  20 

Gooseberries ; 22 

Hardy  Herbaceous  Shrubs,  Plants, 

Vines 39,  40,  41,  42,  43,  44,  45 

Hedge  Plants 34 

How  to  Destroy  Insects 49,  50,  51 


How  to  Set  Out  an  Orchard 1 

Nut  Trees 28 

Ornamental  Trees 29,  30,  31,  32 

Pears 8,  9,  10 

Peaches 16,  17,  18 

Plums 13,  14,  15 

Red  Raspberries 23 

Rhubarb 27 

Roses 45,  46,  47,  48 

Scalecide 55 

Spraying  Formulas,  etc.  51,  52,  53 

Spraying  Machine 54 

Strawberries 25,  26 

Transplanting  . 2 

Trees  and  Plants  to  an  Acre 1 

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