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LINCOLN, NEBRASKA

Hort, and Pom. No. 201.

U. S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE,
Official Business.

Penalty for Private Use, $300

of Agriculture.

Wasliington, D. C,

Bureau of Plant Industry ,
Horticultural and Pomological Investigations.

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A Word to Our Customers About Our Nursery Business

In the building up of our Nursery Department, we have followed the same general plan that we have found to be successful in the de-
velopment of our several other business lines. It is interesting to recall that when we. first installed a Nursery Department the purpose
was to supply trees, shrubbery and plants for our eompany’s needs in beautifying and adorning the boulevards, parks and building loca-
tions in the numerous residence sections which we have improved and added to the city of Lincoln. But we had scarcely gotten the plan
under way when there developed a demand for our nursery stock that compelled us to place our Nursery Department on a broader basis
and make it a commercial nursery. We set apart ample acreage for this purpose. Bv the most careful selection we obtained from the lead-
ing nurseries of the United States and Holland a large and varied supply of trees, shrubbery, flowering plants, etc., etc., and are in position
to furnish the most select nursery lines. For many years we have dealt extensively in city and farm real estate; have imported draft horses
from Europe on a large scale; have handled thousands of registered and high-grade breeding cattle, chiefly Holsteins, and are manufacturers
of the famous Hinge-Door and Lansing Silos. We have applied to our nursery business the same general principles that have enabled us
to conduct these several lines successfully. The patron desiring a small order has the same consideration, the same attention, the same
service as the patron in quest of a large order. We have followed this principle in every department during the manj^ years that we have
been established in business and we purpose to continue to apply this rule as long as we are in business. The Nursery Department is un-
der the direction of men of long nursery experience who are informed as to the kind and variety of shrubs, plants and trees best adapted to the
territory in which we are building up our trade. \\’c are in position to give intelligent service and to give it with the patrons’ welfare always
in mind. W’e invite you to consult with us in reference to your decorative plans and to inform us of your needs in the nursery line. We are
able to make very attractive prices and suggest that it vvill be to your advantage to consider the prices and the character of the stock we offer.
Write us at any time and call upon us at your pleasure. Respectfully,

Woods Brothers Nurseries, Lincoln, Nebraska

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EVERBEARING STRAWBERRIES — Just thing of strawberries
until frost, and of the very finest quality; berries of large size,
sweet and delicious, requiring less sugar than the annual bearers
Superb and Progressive, 5c each; 50c doz.; $2.50 per 100 prepaid

St. Regis Everbearing Raspberry

Shrubs Will Make Attractive Lawns

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HYDRANGEA — The massiveness of bloom on these
valuable shrubs assure them a place in every
grouping wnere solid white effects are required.
The comparatively new Arborescens variety comes
first, during July, and overlaps the starting of the
tree form and even the old Paniculata, which

By careful choice of shrubbery, not only a continu-
ous succession of bloom of varied tint and form is
secured throughout the entire summer, but the foli-
age will present a great variety of riotous color in
its many shades of yellow, white, gray, purple and
green. In winter very beautiful effects are produc-
ed by the many-colored twigs and berries. Nothing
can set off a lawn or hide some unsightly object or
break the outline of foundation walls so completely
as shrubbery planted singly and in masses. Take
advantage of our knowledge of ornamental shrub-
bery, for we are sure we can make suggestions that
will be of help to you in making your planting. We
can furnish shrubs two to three feet high for 35c
each. Send us your order for any variety you need
or send for our complete price list.

COMIVION MOCK ORANGE OR SYRINGA -Eight to
ten feet high, with upright or arching branches; fol-
iage bright green; blossoms in May with great quan-
tities of creamy white flowers. 35c each.

VAN HOUTEII'S SPIREA — Five to six feet high
with numerous spreading branches; foliage lustrous
green; blossoms in early spring with large and
showy flowers, followed by dark brown or black edi-
ble berries. 35c each.

COMMON SNOWBALL — Six to ten feet high, numer-
ous upright stems; blossoms in t.he spring with glob-
ular clusters in great profusion. 35c-75c each.

Mock Orange

shows first during August and continues uninter-
ruptedly through its stages of white and pink to
the final purplish bronze of late fall. 35c each.
DEUTZIA, Double White — Six to eight feet high
with numerous upright branches, rough, dull green
leaves: blossoms in June with double, pure white

flowers in erect panicles 2 to 4 inches long. 30c.
Double Pink — Similar to preceding except outer
row of petals are a rosy purple. Very showy. 30c.
Pride of Rochester — Six to eight feet high, blooms
in early spring with extra large, double white
flowers. A distinct variety. 30c.

Hardy Vines and Evergreens Are Always Appropriate

ARBOR VITAE (Thuya)

American (T. Occidentalis) — A beautiful native
bright green: yellow-green beneath; valuable for

screens and hedges. 50c each.

Globe (T. Globosa) — A dense, light green evergreen
of dwarf habits, grows naturally round like a ball;
one of the best dwarf trees. $1.25.

P. Excelsa (Norway Spruce) — From Europe. An ele-
gant tree; extremely hardy, of lofty, rapid growth
and pyramidal form. The branches assume a grace-
ful, drooping habit when the tree attains 15 to 20
feet in height. One of the most popular evergreens
for planting, either as single specimen trees, or in
masses for effect or shelter. $1.00.

PINE (Pinus)

Austrian (P. Austrica) — A tall tree, with a broad,
ovate crown; leaves in pairs, about four inches long,
rigid and very dark green: cones tvro or three inches
long, of a glossy yellowish-brown color. A fast grow-
ing, dense tree of wonderful adaptability. 50c.
Koster's Blue Spruce (P. Pungenis; var. Kosteriana)
— A type of the Colorado Blue Spruce: foliage is a
rich and beautiful silvery-blue, densely crowded on
the many branches; very hardy. $2.75 each.
Colorado Blue (P. Pungens) — One of the most beau-
tiful and hardy of all spruces; in form and habits,
similar to the white spruce; foliage a, rich, light
bluish-green. $2.50 each.

CLEMATIS

Sweet Scented Japan (C. Paniculata) — Flowers are
pure white, medium size, fragrant and borne in im-
mense sheets in September. Foliage is clean and
glossy of from 25 to 30 feet in a single season and
should be cut back to the ground each spring. 40c.
C. Jackmanni — Intense violet-purple, flowers are 4 to
6 inches in diameter when fully expanded; remark-
able for its rich, velvety appearance; an abundant
and successive bloomer. 50c each.

C. Madame Edward Andre — Color a distinct crim-
son-red, flowers very large and velvety; has been
called the crimson Jackmanni. 50c each.

LONICERA

Hall’s Japan Honeysuckle — Pure white and creamy
yellow, very fragrant flowers; in bloom the whole
season. Almost evergreen. Besides its ordinary uses
as a climber, it is valuable for covering banks, bare
places, etc., where grass will not grow. 45c each.

AMPELOPSIS

Boston Ivy (A. Veitchil) — A beautiful, hardy Japan-
ese species. Leaves overlap one another, forming a
dense sheet of green. It grows rapidly and clings
firmly to the smoothest surface with the tenacity
of Ivy; the foliage is very handsome in summ-ai- -j^d
changes to scarlet in autumn. 40c,

Norway Maple

American Arborvitae

Shade Trees Are Desirable

The hard wood Maple, Sugar and Norway are among the most valuable,
as well as ornamental of all common shade trees, they are good growers
if well planted, grow into nice and shapely form, and never attacked
with insects or disease, being among the most lasty and useful trees in
the whole list. Price either variety Sugar or Norway Maples. 6 to 8 feet,
$1.00; 10 for $8.00; 8 to 10 feet, $1.50 each.

ELM (Ulmus)

American — A magnificent tree growing 80 to 100 feet high, with droop-
ing, spreading branches. One of the fast growing and grand native trees
for lawn or street. 75c.

Engl sh — (U. Campestris) — A large tree with spreading branches form-
ing a round-topped crown ; leaves deep green and hold their color late.
$1.25.

Camperdown Weeping Elm — One of the finest weeping trees for the
lawn. With broad foliage and branches drooping gracefully to the
ground. $1.50 each.

TILIA (Linden or Lime Tree)

American Linden or Basswood (Americana) — A rapid growing, large-
sized, beautiful native tree, with very large leaves and fragrant flowers.
Kach 90c.

European. Linden (Europaea) — A very fine pyramidal tree of large
leaves and fragrant flowers. Each, 90c.

THE CATALPA

Chinese (C. Bungei) — A remarkable dense round headed bush, grafted
upon straight, upright stem. Very hardy and effective for lawns or
formal gardens. $1.50.

C. Speciosa — A variety that is being grown in the west for timber, as
well as posts and shade. Has broad, deep green leaves and beautiful
large blossoms, making it highly ornamental for lawns or street. A rapid
grower. 75c.

MULBERRY

Tea’s Weeping — A variety of the well-known Russian mulberry. Forms
a perfect umbrella-shaped head with long, slender branches which droop
to the ground, parallel with the stem. Very beautiful and hardy. $1.50.

Weeping Mulberry

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Bulbs and Perennials will Make a Beauty Spot

IRIS GERMANICA German Iris, also known by its French
name, “Fleur De Lis” is one of the most showy and beautiful
of hardy perennials. It blooms in profusion in Spring and early
Summer, bearing sometimes fifty to one hundred spikes of
bloom, deliciously fragrant and fine for cutting. It is of easy
culture and perfectly hardy everywhere. We can furnish Flor-
entina, Mad. Chereau, Honorable, Queen of May and Purple
Prince, at 15c each; $1.25 per 10.

HARDY PHLOX — No garden is complete without a few of these
plants to welcome the return of spring. An abundance of deli-
ciously fragrant flowers can be had with very little trouble. And
the improved varieties of hardy perennial phlox are among the
handsomest and most useful of our urbaneous plants. Price
any color, 15c each; $1.25 per 10. Ten plants, our selection
of varieties, $1.00.

Iris Germanica

PEONIES — The Peony is as hardy as the white
oak, and absolutely free from insect enemies
and disease, which gives it a distinct advantage
over most any other flower. Flowers are of
immense proportions, often reaching as much
as eight inches in diameter; perfectly double
and have a great range of colors, from the pur-
est white to the deepest crimson and yellow.
They require no protection in the severest
weather. They do not bloom freely the first
season, but increase in beauty and produce
without resetting year after year. Many Peon-
ies have a fragrance as charming and delicate
as a rose. Prices run 25c to $1 each. We can
make a selection in the different colors at 35c
each or $2.50 to $3.00 per 10 that will be very
satisfactory.

GLADIOLI — These are one of the best summer
flowering bulbs. We grow them by the thous-
ands and have one of the finest collections in
the West. Get our complete catalogue and see
the entire list. We offer here a mixture of
some of the finest sorts we grow. 5c each;
45c per dozen, prepaid.

TRITOMA (The Everblooming Flaming Torch)
— Its rushlike foliage, smooth flower stalks a
yard long, each displaying a great flame color-
ed flower, that owing to its peculiar form and
high color commands attention; bloom, June
till November. Price prepaid, 25c each; $2.00
per 10.

GANNAS -We can supply most kinds, and they
make great loads of flowers with but little
trouble; bloom until frost; will grow in any
soil and bloom freely first season. Price pre-
paid, Florence Vaughn, Penn, King Humbert
and Burbank, 15c each; $1.25 per 10.

HOLLYHOCKS — This old fashioned flower is
handsome everywhere. Especially suited for
border or back ground. Of very easy culture
and there are few plants that will afford the
equal amount of flowers and as fine effect for
the amount of labor expended as the Holly-
hock. We can supply double varieties in red,
maroon, pink and white. Price prepaid, 15c
each; $1.00 per 10.

MEEHAN’S MALLOW MARVELS — A magnificent new
strain of hardy Mallows which for size and profusion of
bloom and richness of coloring are among the most striking
and beautiful plants that grow. Flowers eight to ten inches
in diameter. They flower freely the first season, and are
worthy of a place in every garden. Colors, red, pink and
white. Price postpaid. 25c each; $2.50 per dozen.

Choice Selection of Dahlias

CALADIUMS — Large bulbs, prepaid, 25c each
smaller size, 15c.

The Dahlia is one of the showiest of all fall flowers, commencing to
flower in July, they are a perfect bloom until stopped by frost. The
flowers are most perfect and of beautiful form. Dahlias are divided
in classes as follows: Cactus, Decorative, Show, Fancy, Pompon, Single,

(Jollaretie and Seedling; each class is comprised of a number of dif-
ferent varieties. Colors numerous. Before freezing weather, dig up the
X>lants and store in a frost proof cellar.

SYLVIA, WHITE SWAN, DELICE AND QUEEN VICTORIA— 20c
each; .$2.00 per dozen, postpaid. Get our catalogue for complete list.

YUCCA FILAMENTOSA (Adam’s Needle) —

Among the hardy ornamental foliage plants
this may be classed at the head of the list.
Broad, sword-like foliage from 5 to 6 feet tall;
branched spikes of large, fragrant, drooping,
creamy-white flowers during June and July
make it an effective plant for all positions.
25c each, postpaid.

A Field of Peonies

Hardy Phlox

Yucca Filamentosa

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The Rose Makes a Strong Appeal to Flower Lovers

GRUSS AN TEPLITZ — Hardy in all sections, grows freely to a height
of 4 to 5 feet. Vivid, dazzling, fiery crimson, sweetly fragrant, produces
a mass of gorgeous blooms on long stems. This is the finest red rose
for Nebraska and surrounding states. Small size 15c; large size 35c.

PAUL NEYRON— The largest rose 'n cultivation, sometimes called the
peony rose; color bright cerise red. Often produces blooms five inches
n diameter, very fragrant. The plant makes a strong, healthy growth
and has clean, glossy foliage; blooms almost ■without intermission from
June until late Octobei'. 40c.

CRIMSON BABY RAMBLER — Crimson flowers in broad clusters; like
ihose of the Crimson Rambler; a compact bush about two feet high.
One of the finest bedding roses ever introduced. 35c.

PINK BABY RAMBLER — This has all the characteristics of the Crim-
son, but s loaded with great clusters of bright piink roses. 35c.

AMERICAN BEAUTY CLIMBING — The realized dream of every rose
grower; same as American Beauty, only in a climber; large flowers of
\ivid rosy crimson in color; delicious fragrance. For single specimen;,
trailing over verandas, trellises, anywhere and everywhere, this rose
will give satisfaction. Small size 20c; large size 50c. Set of 5 sort.s
in one year size, 75c prepaid.

We have the following climbing varieties: Crimson Rambler, Dorothy

Perkins, Excelsa and White Dorothy Perkins. Prices except where
noted, 35c each; $3.00 per 10. 1 year size, 15c

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The Home Beautiful as an Inve^ment

One may have an “elegant house” but it is impossible to have a Beautiful Home that is not surrounded in some degree with the verdure of na-
ture. No matter how substantial or how costly, no building is complete until it is set in a frame of God’s own making. IMany an old and un-
sightly building is made beautiful by the trees and foliage with which it is surrounded. No other investment possible for man to make
will bring the pleasure that will spring into his heart at the sight of his home surrounded with lovely shrubs and trees, and in addition to its
dividends of satisfaction such plantings have an economic value of as great proportion. Your new house may be all that you can ask for, the
niftiest on the street, but you must know that in a few years nicer and newer ones will overshadow it. If you help nature help you, you
need fear no rivals. The newcomer must wait until they can grow surroundings as lovely as yours to catch up with you. A house buried in
the splendor of shrubs, trees and flowers will always sell at a big percentage above the same house unadorned. Every season you let go by is
a loss. The pictures are shown to give you some idea of what they are, and the effect to be secured by proper choosing. Our Service De-
partment will help you. If you will give us a plan of your home, we will give you directions and estimate of proper planting, which may be
set out at one time or in sections. Do not buy trees or shrubs at haphazard. Consult us and make your money go further. It is our purpose
in issuing this list to call attention to best and tried sorts of Fruits and Ornamentals, of kinds that have been well and fully tested, and found
to be the best. You will make no mistake in buying any of the items listed herein because they are grown by us, and we know they are the
most select and hardy sorts, of both fruits and ornamentals and that they will give satisfaction. If you desire other items not listed herein
write us giving a list of them, and we shall be pleased to quote you by letter.

Woods Brothers Nurseries :: Lincoln, Neb

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Polish Privet, Greatest Ornamental Privet in Exisffeni

This privet was brought from Poland over 20 years ago, and although it is the mi
has been little known until th? last two or three years. It has been on the Cam
School here at Lincoln for nearly 20 years, and has never been known to freeze, t
in habit, usually growing 8 to 12 feet high. Leaves are bluish green and lustrous,
resemble lilacs are white and from 3 to 5 inches long. The foliage holds its charai
and does not change in the least at the approach of cold weather. We have seen
as in August. When trimmed it will grow as dense as boxwood. In the fall and i
Price — 18 to 24 inch, 20c each; $1.

AMOOR RIVER PRIVET — The
Chinese variety, very hardy, ha^
dark green leaves, which pers st
almost through the winter. Where
a stiff upright hedge is wanted
nothing surpasses the Amoor. To
add to its attractiveness in foliage
it bears erect panicles of beautifal
white flowers in June, followed by
black berries. Price $1.50 p
$10.00 per 100.

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BARBERRY

only an invaluable shrub where a
low compact hedge is wanted, tut
fits in admirably with other shrubs
in every planting. Has handsome foliage of tiny, bright green oval
leaves, that turns the most briliant shades of orange and red in the fall
The slender, graceful branches are thickly lined with scarlet berries
throughout the early winter. Price, $1.50 per 10; $12.00 per 100.

Polish River Privet

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