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HILL’S
Evergreens
THE D. HILL NURSERY CO.
Evergreen Specialists
DUNDEE, ILLINOIS
Founded 1855
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Evergreens
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THE D. HILL NURSERY CO.
Evergreen Specialists
DUNDEE, ILLINOIS
Founded 1855
No other order of plants presents such
a diversity of size as that of the Evergreen
family. From the humble trailing sorts to
the lordly Sequoia Gigantea, 300 feet in
height, it embraces trees of every size.
Ever since this Evergreen business was estab-
lished— and that’s over fifty years ago — my motto
has always been, “Give every customer more than
he expects.’’ Living up to that motto all these
years, together with constant, never-tiring experi-
ment and careful growing methods, has combined
to give Hill’s Evergreens a national reputation for
quality and has enabled me to build up the largest
Evergreen business in America. r
Hill's Evergreens
President
D. HILL
The Evergreen Specialist
Every shade and tint of gold, silver and green is also beautifully dis-
played in the foilage of the various species.
Evergreens are limited to no particular climate or country, but are
native of the torrid, frigid and temperate zones throughout the whole world.
On the coldest summits of the Alpine peaks of Lapland, at the very
utmost limits of vegetation, are found many of the dwarf species, while on
the other extreme, some splendid varieties develop their beauty beneath the
scorching sun of the torrid zone.
To obtain beautiful effects with Evergreens does not require any spe-
cial knowledge of horticulture. The only requisite for success is that they
be given reasonable attention, same as the rose garden or vegetable patch.
As ornamental trees Evergreens are unsurpassed. No other trees
remain green throughout summer and winter ; none are more beautiful. But
while their value in this respect is great, Evergreens are most useful in many
other ways.
For grouping at entrances, near dwelling houses and for massing in
formal plantings, Evergreens are favorites because they are always cheerful,
in evidence and wide awake the year around.
Permanency is the big thing in Evergreens. When
all other out-door life starts on its long winter sleep,
giving a dreary, lifeless aspect to all surroundings, that’s
when Evergreens are best appreciated. Evergreens are
all the year ’round trees, serving you faithfully and effi-
ciently through each season of the year.
The year around beauty of Hill’s Evergreens, planted
either in groups or singly around your home, will add a
touch of quiet beauty — an air of thrift and pride of own-
ership that impresses all beholders.
Evergreens — All the
Year ’Round Trees
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A view showing a small section of our Evergreen Nursery. Note the clean cultivation and distance
between rows and trees. This results in vigorous, healthy stock.
The Home of Evergreens
In 1855 a small nursery devoted exclusively to Evergreens was started
at Dundee, Illinois, cnly thirty-eight miles northwest of Chicago. The Hill
Nurseries have now expanded, until at the present time our nurseries cover
a space of more than four hundred and fifty acres.
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We are located just far enough north to insure hardiness and just far
enough south for good substantial growth. Nature could not have provided
a more fertile, soil perfect country for growing Evergreens.
There is a vigor about Hill Evergreens and a wide range of sizes and
varieties to choose from. There is genuine pleasure in the possession of
such plants. You get enjoyment from Hill Evergreens because they grow
thriftily and give luxuriant foilage.
Care During Growth
Hill Evergreens are all perfect specimens, having good roots and sym-
metrical tops, due to frequent transplanting, cultivation, root-pruning,
shearing and staking. Remember, height alone cannot by any means estab-
lish value. An Evergreen grown close and crowded may be exactly the
same in height as a Hill Evergreen, but will not be as heavy, compact, sym-
metrical or have as good roots. Hill Evergreens are all grown in wide
rows with ample room for development of both root
and top.
Frequent transplanting and root-pruning give
Hill Evergreens masses of fine, fibrous feeding roots,
which together with annual shearing, results in heavy,
bushy, symmetrical tops and insures the success of
Hill’s Evergreens in the hands of the planter.
Cultivating
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Importance of Careful Digging
The importance of careful digging is another vital
step that cannot be overestimated. Hill’s Evergreens
are dug with great care to retain all the fine fibrous
roots. In digging the larger trees designated as “Speci-
mens” the “Ball and Burlap” method is followed.
In some sections of the country it is impossible to
di<? Evergreens with a solid ball of earth on account of
loose, sandy, rocky soil, which will not stick to the
roots. Our rich black soil contains just enough clay to give it good texture,
and when interwoven with masses of fine, fibrous feeding roots, easily holds
in place. As additional protection, each earth ball is securely tied in burlap.
The so-called “ball and burlap” method employed by some firms simply
consists in running a tree digger under the rows, pulling up the Evergreens,
shoveling a little loose dirt into a sack, tying it about the roots thus making
an artificial ball. You can depend on Hill Evergreens being handled right.
Every Hill Specimen Evergreen is separately dug by hand with a solid ball
of earth about the roots. The advantage of this method is the roots are
undisturbed. As a result, when you set out a Hill Evergreen it at once
becomes established and promptly starts strong growth.
The careful growing of Hill quality Evergreens is but one of the essen-
tial steps. Seeing that your Evergreens are carefully packed is of equal
importance. Our over sixty-two years’ expert knowledge in properly pack-
ing Evergreens for long distance shipment is your guarantee of safe
delivery.
Our close proximity to Chicago (the world’s greatest railroad center)
affords direct connection with all the leading lines in the country, and
assures our customers quick service and low rates.
An interesting “Evergreen Garden” at Lake Geneva, Wis., planted with Hill’s Evergreens.
The effect is such as can be readily produced within a few months with our products.
Careful Packing
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Landscape Service
Should you desire the services of a competent
Landscape Architect to assist you in the proper
arrangement of your trees, we will gladly put you in
touch with some one in your immediate locality, who
can give you all the assistance necessary. We are in
direct communication with all the leading Landscape
Architects and can easily refer you to some one best
qualified to handle your problems.
High Quality
There are different qualities of Evergreens just as there are different
qualities of silks, calicoes, etc. Do not be misled by low prices. Hill Ever-
greens are the most satisfactory kind. They will be found the most
economical in the long run, as they are grown for strictly high-class trade.
When you want quality Evergreens, order Hill’s stock. Large and complete
assortment always on hand.
The Hill Way of Doing Business
Prices: The prices quoted in this catalog are net and are as reasonable
as is consistent with first quality stock. All prices include delivery to our
local freight and express station. Five trees of the same variety and size
will be supplied at the ten rate; 50 at 100 rate; 500 at 1,000 rate. We dig
and pack carefully, quality being our watchword.
Guarantee: We guarantee that all Evergreens purchased from us will
reach you safely and in good condition ; be found true to name and prove
entirely satisfactory or we cheerfully refund money paid.
Payments: Cash should be sent with all orders except those accom-
panied by satisfactory references. To those of approved credit or who
supply satisfactory financial references, our usual 30 day terms will be
extended. A health certificate issued by our State authorities accompanies
each shipment.
A serviceable Evergreen planting with a natural pleasing vista. Permanent effects like this are
easily produced with Hill Evergreens.
HILLSmEVERGREENS
GROW i
Hemlock
(Abies Tsuga Canadensis )
A Graceful and Ornamental
Evergreen
A grand Evergreen unequaled for or-
namental planting. The needles are flat
and oblong, measuring about one-half inch
in length. Each season the older trees
bear a crop of striking, reddish brown
cones, one-half to three-fourths inches
long. It is particularly valuable for its
ability to grow in dense shade. Splendid
for mass planting. Especially attractive
in the early summer, when the foliage is
tipped with the new growth, a delicate
light green.
Price, Specimens — Each 10
to 1V2 feet B&B $1.50 $10.00
to 2 feet B&B 1.75 13.00
to 3 feet B&B 3.00 25.00
to 4 feet B&B 3.75 30.00
to 5 feet B&B 5.25 45.00
Price, Transplants —
to
The Foliage of Hemlock Is Bright and Cheerful
the Year Around
5
10 inches ..■ $0.75
to 12 inches ]_ 15
to 18 inches 1.50
10
$1.50
2.30
3.00
5 of same sizq at 10 rate; 50 at 100 rate. B&B signifies Ball and Burlap
100
$12.00
18.00
25.00
Hemlock responds readily to shearing,
making splendid hedges or beautiful
single specimens wherever low Evergreens
are wanted. If planted alone on the open
lawn will attain a height of forty to fifty
feet when not sheared.
Colorado Douglas Fir
(Abies Douglassi )
A Handsome, Valuable, Ornamental Tree
Naturally forms a large, spreading pyramid with beautiful deep green foliage,
growing forty to fifty feet high. Holds its color well. Needles average one-half inch
Colorado Douglas Fir Makes a Handsome
Lawn Specimen
in length. Young cones are reddish purple,
changing to a rich, golden hue which contrasts
very beautifully with the foliage.
A pleasing effect is produced by planting
medium or low-growing Junipers or Pines di-
rectly in front of the Douglas Fir. Also makes
handsome lawn specimen.
Frice, Specimens —
Each
10
2 to
3 feet
. . B&B :
$ 2.00
$ 15.00
3 to
4 feet
. .B&B
2.65
22.50
4 to
5 feet
. .B&B
4.00
35.00
5 to
6 feet
. .B&B
6.75
60.00
6 to
7 feet
. .B&B
8.00
75.00
7 to
-8 feet
. .B&B
10.50
97.50
8 to
9 feet
. .B&B
13.50
127.50
9 tn
10 fppf .
. .B&B
15.00
Price, Transplants —
5
10
100
6 to
12 inches
$1.15
$2.30
$14.00
12 to
18 inches .
1.50
3.00
21.00
18 to
24 inches
2.20
4.40
35.00
2 to
3 feet
3.50
7.00
52.50
5 of same size at 10 rate; 50 at 100 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
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HILLS EVERGREENS
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An Artistic Planting of Hill’s Evergreens on the Grounds of
Clement Studebaker, South Bend, Indiana
Rocky Mountain Silver Fir
( Abies Concolor )
Queen of the Firs
Foliage varies in color from glaucous blue to
silvery green. Needles are flat, two to three
inches in length. Cones oblong and vary in
color from gray-green, dark purple, or bright,
canary yellow, three to five inches long. Grows
forty to fifty feet high. Beautiful group effects
are produced by planting Concolor Fir, Colorado
Douglas Fir and Colorado Blue Spruce, for the
charming tints of their foliage contrast prettily.
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Price,
, Specimens —
Each
. 10
to 2
feet
. . . B&B
$ 1.85
$13.50
2
to 3
feet
. . . B&B
2.25
18.75
3
to 4
feet
. . .B&B
3.75
30.00
4
to 5
feet
. . .B&B
6.75
60.00
5
to 6
feet
. . . B&B
8.25
75.00
6
to 7
feet
. . .B&B
12.00
7
to 8
feet
. . .B&B
15.00
8
to 9
feet
. . .B&B
18.00
10
Price,
Transplants —
5
10
ioo'
to 12
inches
$1.5.0
$3.00
$20.00
12
to 18
inches
2.00
4.00
30.00
18
to 24
inches
2.50
5.00
40.00
5 of same size at 10 rate; 50 at 100 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
•pj I _ # Rocky Mountain Silver Fir
Balsam Fir
(Abies Balsamea )
Most Fragrant of all Evergreens
The characteristic odor of the northern woods is chiefly, if not solely, due to this
Fir. The foliage is. very fragrant, young growths often being used for making the
favorite “Balsam Pillows.” Makes a handsome lawn specimen rarely grow' —
thirty to forty feet high. Contrasts beautifully with Hemlock and Red Cedar
Price, Specimens —
| +to f |ee+t B&B
5 to 6 feet
6 to 7 feet K- * !
Price, Transplants —
6 to 10 inches
10 to 12 inches 40
12 to is inches 1.70
5 of same size at 10 rate; 50 at 100 'rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
aen rarely growing over
: and Red Cedar.
Each l o
.B&B
$ 6.00
$ 57.00
.B&B
9.00
75.00
.B&B
13.00
100.00
5
10
100
.$1.10
$2.20
$12.00
. 1.40
2.80
18.00
, 1.70
e.
3.40
24.00
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HILL'S EVERGREENS
GROW i
An Avenue of Grafted Blue Spruce on the Estate of E. W. Shields, Kansas City, Mo.
Philip W. Thomas, Landscape Architect.
Red Cedar
{Juniper us Virginiana )
Most Widely Planted Juniper in the World
The foliage is a beautiful light green in summer, turning to a purplish bronze
in winter, rather soft in texture and takes a graceful habit of growth; is scale-like
and very flexible. In season the tree is covered with bright blue and silver colored
berries, which adhere to the branches a long time. The foliage and wood emits that
pleasing, spicy, fragrant, woodsy, cedrus odor. Grows twenty to thirty feet high.
Our trees are of the tall, pyramidal type, so often used as sentinels at entrances and
along walks. They contrast prettily with the dark green foliage of other Evergreens
and are very attractive when used in groups.
Price, Specimens —
3 to 4 feet
4 to 5 feet
5 to 6 feet
6 to 7 feet
7 to 8 feet
Each
10
B&B
$ 3.75
$ 35.00
B&B
5.25
45.00
B&B
7.50
67.50
B&B
15.00
135.00
B&B
20.00
175.00
Price, Transplants — 5 10 100
6 to 12 inches $1.25 $2.50 $16.00
12 to 18 inches 2.00 4.00 31.50
5 of same size at 10 rate; 50 at 100 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Pyramidal Red Cedar
( Juniperus Virginiana Pyramiclalis)
This is a distinct pyramidal type of Red
Cedar. Grows very narrow and upright, seldom
exceeding a spread of four feet at the base. The
foliage is of a glaucous color in contrast to the
purplish red of the Red Cedar. Reaches a
height of fifteen to twenty feet.
Its spire-like shape makes it very valuable for
formal gardens, where very artistic effects can
be produced by mixing it with a variety of other
Junipers.
Price, Specimens — Each 10
2 to 3 feet B&B $3.75 $30.00
5 of same size at 10 rate
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap
The Red Cedars sent to Wichita, Kansas, arrived
in good order, are planted and look very ivell.
When we are in need of more Evergreens, you
will get the first consideration.
S UPER1NTENDENT.
For Cyrus McCormick, Lake Forest, III.
Red Cedar
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HILLS EVERGREENS
h GROW
Juniper Glauca
( Juniperus Glauca )
A Distinct Bright Green Variety
The foliage is a soft, silvery blue, both sum-
mer and winter, making a most striking contrast
to the beautiful purple berries which cover the
tree in the late autumn and winter. Responds
readily to shearing, permitting its use in many
ways. It grows twelve to eighteen feet, with a
spread of three to four feet at the base.
For groups and conifer beds the Juniper
Glauca looks best when planted with dark green
Counarti and Schotti Junipers and Savin Junipers.
Groups of Junipers are very practical for small
lawns where space is limited, as they can be set
close together and kept trimmed so as to not
over run their space or obstruct the view. All of
our trees have been trimmed carefully each sea-
son so they are compact, bushy and symmetrical.
Frice, Specimens — Each 10
2
to
3
feet
B&B
$ 3.00
$ 24.50
3
to
4
feet.
B&B
5.00
45.00
4
to
5
feet
B&B
7.50
70.00
5
to
6
feet
B&B
12.00
112.50
5 of same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
As
a boy in northern Illinois I
used
to
help
■ my father plant Evergreens
in
the
spring, even after they had started
slightly.
and,
zve z'cry rarely lost a tree.
Th
ese
were
Red Cedars, White Pines,
Balsam
Firs
and 'Norway Spruces.
M. B. WAITE,
Pathologist in Charge , U. S. Dept.
of
■Ag
riculture, Washington, D. C.
Th
e Evergreens received from y,
our n
ur-
sery
were a nice lot, and arrived
Here
in
very
good condition.
JOHN REDWOOD.-
Gardener to Wm. Rockefeller, Ba
y Po
nd,
Ne
w York.
Juniper Glauca
Juniper Schotti
What Can Be Done With Junipers
Juniper Schotti
( Juniperus Schotti )
A Pyramidal Upright Grower
The Schotti Juniper is easily distinguished
by its bright pea-green color. It has the char-
acteristic soft, flexible foliage of the Junipers.
Grows twelve to fifteen feet high, but can be
kept at any desired height or shape by annual
shearing. Makes a splendid background for any
of the low-growing or creeping' Junipers. Its
growth is very symmetrical and upright. Foliage
is interspersed with light blue and silvery colored
berries, in season, which are very attractive.
Contrasts prettily with the dark green of the
Counarti Juniper and silvery blue of the Juniper
Glauca.
Price, Specimens- — Each 10
2 to 3 feet B&B $3.50 $30.00
4 to 5 feet B&B 7.50 67.50
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5 of same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
HILL’S EVERGREENS
I GROW
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A Splendid Border Planting Producing Wide Sweeping Effects. Hill’s Evergreens Are Heavy, Low
Branched Specimens That Will Quickly Make Effects Like This or Produce
Handsome Individual Specimens.
Counarti Juniper
( Juniperus Counarti )
Handsome Dark Green
Grows upright, pyramidal in outline, eight to twelve feet high, with a spread of
three to four feet. Foliage is a deep verdant green and thickly pervaded with bright,
silver colored berries. Exceedingly attractive when planted in groups with such varieties
as Pfitzeriana Juniper, Juniper Glauca, Schotti and Lee’s Golden Juniper.
Can be trimmed artistically or the graceful branchlets can be allowed to grow
naturally in low, flexible shoots.
Price, Specimens — Each 10 Each
2 to 3 feet B&B $ 4.00 $ 37.50 4 to 5 feet B&B 7.50
3 to 4 feet B&B 5.65 5.2.50 5 to 6 feet B&B 12.00
5 of same size at 10 rate. B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
10
67.50
112.50
Pfitzeriana Juniper
( Juniperus Pfitzeriana)
A Fine, New, Hardy Juniper
Very distinct in habit of growth,
ward, forming a flat top and irregular
outline. Foliage is a bright, fresh green
in spring, changing to deep green in
autumn and winter. Valuable for foun-
dation planting, or where it is not desir-
able to obstruct the view. Grows only
eight to ten feet high, but often spreads
five to six feet.
Price, Specimens — Each 10
2 to 3 feet B&B $3.75 $33.50
5 of same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Lee’s Elegants Juniper
( Juniperus Elegantissima Lee)
Foliage Bright Golden Tipped.
Graceful, Drooping Form
Grows rather globe-shaped unless
trimmed to a pyramid. It often reaches
a height of eight to ten feet. Like most
all the Junipers, it is covered with blu-
ish berries in autumn and winter. The
foliage is a dark green and the tips of
each branch are bright yellow or golden.
A few of these golden Junipers will
add color and attractiveness to ariy
planting. It is one of the most orna-
mental varieties.
Price, Specimens — Each 10
iy2 to 2 feet B&B $2.75 $22.50
2 to 3 feet B&B 4.00 37.50
5 of same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
The spreading branches grow upward, then out-
Lee’s Elegants Juniper
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A Splendid Planting of Savin Juniper in Foreground
Savin Juniper
( Juniperus Sabina)
A Beautiful Dwarf Juniper
Splendid for Borders, Rockeries, Edging and Conifer Beds
As shown in lower right hand corner of the cut above, Savin Juniper grows dif-
ferent from any other Evergreen — open and vase-like. There is no main trunk, but
the branches grow upward, then outward from the base. Foliage is a deep green.
Especially valuable for planting in front of taller Evergreens to taper off the plant-
ing. Seldom grows over three to four feet high, often spreading four to six feet. A
group of Juniper Sabina Tamariscifolia, Sabina Prostrata, Pfiitzeriana and Savin
Juniper are excellent for foundation plantings.
Price, Specimens — Each 10 Each 10
1 to iy2 feet B&B $2.25 $18.75 1 V2 to 2 feet B&B $3.00 $25.00
5 of same size at 10 rate. B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Juniper Sabina Prostrata
Juniper Sabina Prostrata — Excellent Creeping
Form
{Juniperus Sabina Prostrata )
A prostrate or creeping form of the
Shvin Juniper. The foliage is loose and
open, soft, bluish-green in early spring
and summer. In late fall and early win-
ter gradually changes to a deep, purplish-
blue. Never grows over one foot tall,
but forms a solid mat, spreading eight
to twelve feet in diameter. Makes ex-
cellent ground cover, often being used
for low borders, barren banks and ter-
races.
Price, Specimens — Each 10
1 to iy2 feet B&B $3.00 $26.50
1 y2 to 2 feet B&B 4.50 37.50
5 of same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Juniper Sabina
Tamariscifolia
{Juniperus Sabina Tamariscifolia)
One of the favorite creeping forms. A
very vigorous grower, forming a com-
pact and perfect mat of dark green. The
foliage is very fine in texture, grows very
dense and never changes in color. Aver-
age height is one foot with a spread of
six to eight feet.
Price, Specimens — Each 10
1 to iy2 feet B&B $3.50 $30.00
iy2 to 2 feet B&B 4.75 40.00
2 to 2 y2 feet B&B 6.00 52.50
5 of same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
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HILL'S EVERGREENS
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Juniperus Canadensis
This is really the most unique little tree in our entire collection of Junipers
We offer two types, the
gold and green, which are ex-
actly alike in form and outline.
The habit of growth is low and
spreading, the branches being
covered with feathery-like fo-
liage. Grows as broad as it is
high, averaging three to six
feet.
Juniperus Canadensis
{Green Type)
Price, Specimens
Each 10
1 to iy2 ft.B&B $2.65 $22.50
1 y2 to 2 ft.B&B 3.50 30.00
2 to 2y2 ft.B&B 4.50 37.50
Juniperus Canadensis Aurea
{Golden Type )
Price, Specimens
Each 10
1 to 1 y2 ft.B&B $2.65 $22.50
1 y2 to 2 ft.B&B 3.50 30.00
5 of same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Juniperus Canadensis Aurea
Japanese Trailing Juniper
{Juniperus
Chinensis Procum'bens)
Its slender branches are covered with short, sharp-needled foliage of a deep, somber
green. In late autumn it is covered with small, shining, purplish berries. Its growth is
solid and rapid. At maturity it often extends over the ground for ten or fifteen feet in
every direction, but never taller than one to two feet. It is most useful for covering
rockeries and shows up to good advantage when planted in front of tall growing Ever-
greens or shrubs.
Price, Specimens —
1 to 1 y2 feet B&B
1 y2 to 2 feet B&B
2 to 2 y2 feet B&B
2 y2 to 3 feet B&B
5 of same size at 10 rate. B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Each
10
B&B
$2.75
$25.00
B&B
4.25
35.00
B&B
6.00
52.50
B&B
7.50
I am very much pleased the way the Juniperus Procumbens have grown. They are planted in
an open position at the lake, particularly exposed to the most biting cold winds all winter — so strong
that no snow can settle. They have kept a fine color all winter and do not show the slightest touch
this spring. GUSTAV A. REUSS,
Milwaukee, Wis.
A Foundation Planting Which Shows How Effectively Evergreens Blend the Lawn With the
Architecture. Photographed Only Three Months After Planting.
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HILLS EVERGREENS
GROW
Swedish Juniper
{Juniperus Suecica )
Excellent for Use in Formal Planting
Its attractive habit of growth makes it very
useful and should be included in all ornamental
plantings. Rarely grows over eight to ten feet
tall and its spire-like shape makes it stand out
like a sentinel, whether massed with other
Evergreens or planted singly. Needles are short
and sharp, of a light, bluish green. Requires
but little space as matured trees never spread
over eighteen inches at the base.
Trees of this character make a decided con-
trast in a mass planting, emphasizing the dif-
ferent growing habits of all other Evergreens
planted near them.
Price, Specimens — Each 10
1 to IVz feet B&B $1.85 $15.00
5 of same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Juniperus Kosteri
A Handsome Spreading Juniper
A distinct low growing type of Juniper. Has fine, dark green foliage and retains
its color well. Grows about eighteen inches tall, spreading four to five feet in diameter.
Especially valuable for use in low borders, conifer beds, foundation plantings or single
specimens.
Price, Specimens— Each 10
1J2 to 2 feet B&B S3. 00 $27.75
5 of same size at 10 rate. B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Irish Juniper
( Juniperus Uibernica )
Ideal for Cemetery Planting or where
Space is Limited
Very formal and erect in growth, forming
a light, silvery green column, growing six to
eight feet in height. Habit of growth is dense
and compact. For lawn or garden planting,
especially in formal or Italian gardens or
avenues, it is of highest importance. It is also
very popular and well suited for cemeterv
planting because of its erect, pyramidal habit
of growth, requiring but very little space,
never spreading over one and one-half feet at
the base. The foliage is entirely different from
any other Evergreen, branches being covered
with short, delicate, sharp, pointed needles of
a light green color, sometimes tinged with
blue.
Price, Specimens — Each 10
1 % to ? feet B&B $1.50 $11.25
5 of same sJze at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Irish Juniper
Swedish Juniper
13
Dark Foliaged Pines and Spruce Make a Splendid Background for the Silvery Colored Blue Spruce
Colorado Blue Spruce
( Picea Pungens )
A Gem of the Rockies — Glistening Silvery Blue in Color — Absolutely
Perfect in Form and Hardiness
Other trees there are of almost every imaginable color and form, but here is truly
the culmination of nature’s highest effort to produce the beautiful. Picture in your
mind a perfectly shaped tree, with an abundance of heavy foliage of a rich, glistening
blue, which flashes and sparkles in the sunlight, and you can form only a faint idea
of the magnificent beauty of this truly marvelous tree. The glory of the Blue Spruce
is in its foliage, which is an intense steel-blue. It is difficult to form an idea of the
beauty and immensity of this phenomenal tree. It has created a great sensation
throughout the United States and Europe and is indeed a triumph in Evergreen
growing.
As we have specialized in this variety for many years, we have succeeded in
building up a magnificent stock (without doubt the largest in the world), and in
walking through our nurseries, one sees block after block of these wonderful trees
in all sizes and stages of growth, all being perfect in form and color, which annually
attract many visitors from all over the country.
The outline of the Blue Spruce is conical. Branches are heavily clothed with
foliage, which overlaps each succeeding layer. The needles are stiff and sharp, three-
fourths to one inch long. The tree reaches twenty to forty feet at maturity with a
spread of ten to twelve feet at the base. Group several trees in the corner of the lawn
and watch them grow. Allow passages between the trees for best effect. They also
show up well at entrances and along paths and drives. The growth is upright, bold,
solid and massive, making a splendid lawn decoration. We recommend it without
reserve. It should be planted about every home
in every state in the Union, and everywhere
will it give satisfaction.
Our Roster’s Blue Spruce are all the grafted
type, which insures uniform deep blue color.
Says D. Hill: “Plant liberally of this tree
and you will never regret it. I have yet to see
a place where it will not grow successfully, and
I have been shipping- it to every state in the
Union ever since first introduced from the Rocky
Mountains of Colorado.”
Colorado Blue Spruce
Price, Transplants — 5 10
to 10 inches $1.50 $3.00
to 12 inches 2.50 5.00
to 18 inches 3.50 7.00
Roster’s Grafted Colorado Blue Spruce
Price, Specimens —
Each
10
1
to l y2
feet
. . . B&B
$ 2.50
$ 22.50
2
to 3
feet . . .
. . . B&B
5.50
50.00
3
to 4
feet
. . .B&B
8.25
75.00
5
to 6
feet
. . . B&B
13.00
120.00
6
to 7
feet.
. . . B&B
15.00
142.50
7
to 8
feet -
. . . B&B
18.75
5 of same size at 10 rate; 50 at 100 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
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The Beautiful Blue Spruce
HILLS EVERGREENS
GROW
%
Norway Spruce in Snow
Hill’s Norway Spruce
( Picea Excelsa)
A fast, upright grower of splen-
did conical shape. Its wonderful
sturdy, spreading branches grow in
symmetrical whorls around the
trunk, overlapping each other,
forming a dense, compact tree.
The Norway Spruce grows forty
to sixty feet high, with a spread at
the base of ten to twelve feet. The
dark green needles are one to one
and one-half inches long, and are
borne abundantly.
Norway Spruce is probably bet-
ter known than any other Ever-
green on account of its use as
Christmas trees. In season it bears
attractive light brown cones, four
to seven inches long.
Price, Specimens
Each
10
2 to 3 feet
. .B&B
$2.25
$18.75
3 to 4 feet
. .B&B
3.50
30.00
4 to 5 feet
. .B&B
5.00
42.50
5 to 6 feet
. .B&B
6.50
55.00
6 to 7 feet
. .B&B
7.00
65.00
7 to 8 feet
. .B&B
9.00
80.00
Price, Transplants —
5
10
100
12 to 18 inches . ,
. . $0.90
$1.80
$10.00
18 to 24 inches . ,
. . 1.25
2.50
15.00
2 to 3 feet . . . .
. . 2.00
4.00
25.00
5 of same size at 10 rate; 50 at 100 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
American White Spruce
( Picea Alba)
One of the Leading Native Evergreens
Foliage Is a Light Green, Slightly Tinged With Blue
Described by Bailey, the eminent horticulturist, as “a native of the northern parts
of America and justly thought to be
one of our best Evergreens. A compact
andupright grower of great longevity.”
Derives the name White Spruce due
to its light, frosty green foliage,
slightly tinged with blue. Needles are
sharp and pointed, growing singly on
the branches, measuring one-half to
one inch long. Grows to large size,
often reaching fifty to sixty feet.
Makes splendid screens, windbreaks
and shelters. By careful trimming
makes a dense, compact, formal hedge.
Bears an abundance of small brown
cones, one to one and one-half inches
long, which remain on the trees over
winter.
Price, Specimens — Each
10
2
to 3 feet
. . .B&B $ 2.75
$22.50
3
to 4 feet
...B&B 3.75
30.00
4
to 5 feet
...B&B 5.25
45.00
5
to 6 feet
...B&B 7.50
72.50
6
to 7 feet
...B&B 10.50
90.00
Price, Transplants — 5 10
100
12
to 18 inches . .
$16.00
18
to 24 inches . .
1.50 3.00
21.00
2
to 3 feet ....
2.65 5.30
35.00
3
to 4 feet. . . .
3.00 6.00
43.75
5 of same size at
10 rate; 50 at 100 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
American White Spruce
15
HILL’S EVERGREENS
GROW
*
Black Hill Spruce
( Picea Canadensis)
A Splendid Evergreen for Exposed
Locations. Very Hardy.
One of the most dense and compact growing
Spruces. Branches are strong, growing out
from the main trunk in regular whorls, quite
close together. The foliage is a most pleasing
color, varying from a deep verdant green to a
light, frosty blue, needles measuring one-half
inch in length. Grows forty to fifty feet high,
spreading ten to twelve feet at the base. It has
slender brown cones which nod and sway grace-
fully with the wind. The bark is a handsome
reddish brown with overlapping irregular scales.
Botanically it is merely a form of the White
Spruce of the Bast, but the foliage possesses less
of the glaucous tinge and the needles are heavier
and more prominent.
Frice, Specimens —
iy2 to 2 feet
2 to 3 feet
3 to 4 feet
4 to 5 feet
5 to 6 feet
6 to 7 feet.
Frice, Transplants —
6 to 10 inches
10 to 12 inches
12 to 18 inches
18 to 24 incnes
2 to 3 feet
5 of same size at 10 rate; 50 at 100 rate.
Black Hill Spruce
Each
10
B&B :
$ 1.50
$ 12.50
B&B
2.65
18.50
B&B
4.00
37.50
B&B
6.00
55.00
B&B
8.25
75.00
B&B
12.00
105.00
5
10
100
$2.60
$16.00
. . 1.50
3.00
20.00
. . 1.90
3.80
28.00
. . 2.50
5.00
40.00
. . 3.80
7.60
56.00
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Engelmann Spruce
Engelmann Spruce
( Picea Engelmanm)
The Engelmann Spruce closely resembles the
Blue Spruce in color, being a light, grayish
green, sometimes tinged with blue. Needles are
soft and pliable, one-half to one inch long. A
medium height variety growing sixteen to
twenty feet, with a spread of eight to ten feet.
Price, Specimens —
Each
10
2
to 3 feet
. .B&B
$3.35
$30.00
o
to 4 feet
. .B&B
4.50
41.25
4
to 5 feet
. .B&B
6.75
60.00
Price, Transplants —
5
, to
100
6
to 10 inches
. .$1.50
$3.00
$21.00
5 of same size at 10 rate; 50 at
100 rate.
B&B signifies Ball
and Burlap.
This is quite a district for
tree plan
ting. I
have
advertised and boosted your
company
through
our
] ree distribution. I have done
this only
because
I am
well pleased with your system
of doing
business and
the excellent stock you put out.
FRANK D. BLAIR,
Field SiLpt. Minnesota Game and Fish Protective
League, Minneapolis, Minn.
16
Fines Are Much Used for Large Lawns. They Make Splendid Screens and Form Cheerful Vistas
at All Seasons of the Year.
Austrian Pine
( Pinus Austriaca)
Hardy, Rapid Grower, Long Lived, Deep green Foliage
The foliage is a rich dark green, while the needles grow in pairs, averaging two to
three inches ' in length. On account of its dark green color it is sometimes called the
Black Pine. The branches are strong, sturdy and well shouldered at the union with the
stem. Has a spread of eight to ten feet at the base and reaches a height of twenty to
thirty feet. Especially valuable for massing in screens or planting in wind-swept situa-
tions. Thrives successfully on poor sandy or gravelly soil.
Frice, Specimens —
iy0 to 2 feet
2 " to 3 feet
3 to 4 feet
Frice, Transplants- —
12 to 18 inches
18 to 24 inches
2 to 3 feet
5 of same size at 10 rate; 50 at 100 rate.
Each
10
B&B
$1.85
$15.00
B&B
2.25
18.75
B&B
3.75
33.50
5
10
100
$1.80
$3.60
$19.80
2.25
4.50
28.80
2.70
5.40
36.00
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
White Pine
(Pinus Strobus )
This is one of the most important timber trees
of the northern United States. The silver}' green
needles three to four inches long are borne in sets
of five to the sheath, which distinguishes it from
most all other Pines. Needles are very pliant,
which sparkle and shimmer as they sway grace-
fully in the wind. Naturally is a strong, robust
grower, and forms a wide-spreading tree fifteen to
twenty feet at the base, fifty to seventy-five feet in
height. Annually bears abundant crop of attract-
ive cones four to six inches long, which provides
winter food, thus attracting the squirrels.
Frice, Specimens —
Each
10
2 to 3 feet
B&B
$1.85
$15.00
3 to 4 feet
B&B
2.50
22.50
4 to 5 feet
. . . . B&B
3.50
30.00
5 to 6 feet
B&B
4.50
40.00
6 to 7 feet
B&B
5.00
45.00
Frice, Transplants —
5
10
100
6 to 12 inches
$1.40
$2.80
$12.30
12 to 18 inches
. . . . 1.65
3.30
17.50
18 to 24 inches
2.10
4.20
26.00
2 to 3 feet
. . . . 2.70
5.40
35.00
5 of same size at 10 ^ate; 50 at 100 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
a
HILL’S EVERGREENS
GROW
*
Dwarf Mountain Pine. A Grand Dwarf Variety From Switzerland. Fine Lawn Tree When Planted
in Groups or Singly. Its Beauty Is Indescribable.
Director Largest Observatory in World Highly Pleased with Hill’s Evergreens
The shipment of Evergreens reached here last evening and are now all planted. The stock was
excellent in every way and arrived in good oi'der. Will use more of your Evergreens as we proceed
with the planting of our grounds. EDWIN B. FROST,
Director of Yerkes Observatory, Williams Bay, Wis.
Dwarf Mountain Pine
( Finns Mupho)
Rarely Grows Over Six Feet Tall. Fine for Low Borders, Beds or Singly.
Does not have a single or main trunk, hut is composed of many short stems, which
grow outward, then slightly -upward, often spreading twice as broad as it is tall. The
foliage is a vivid dark green, which it holds at all seasons of the year. The new
growth, when first appearing,: in spring, closely resembles tiny candlesticks, which com-
pletely: covers the entire tree. This is
plainly shown in the > illustration above.
The Dwarf Mountain Pine was origi-
nally discovered in the 'Alps op Switzerland,
high up on the mountain peaks where prac-
tically no other vegetation was found. It
is a splendid variety to plant close to foun-
dation walls or porch,- while a pair at either
side of the entrance to yard,
or in
groups
with other Evergreens,
makes
a most
pleas-
ing effect.
Price, Specimens—
Each
10
1 foot
. . B&B
$1.50
$10.00
1 to 1% feet
. . B&B
1.85
16.50
Price, Transplants
— 5
10
100
8 to 10 'inches .......
. .$2.40
$4.80
$30.00
10 to 12 inches
. . 3.00
6.00
40.00
12 to 18 inches
. . 3.50
.7.00
50.00
5 of same size at 10
rate ; 5 0
at 100 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
~ During- the month of April, 1914, I received
frpt yi you forty ' Dwarf Mountain Pines, which
developed beautifully and are all sturdy, good
looking specimens. Lost only one tree.
JOHN I. BEGGS,
Milwaukee.
Received shipment of Evergreens. Trees
arrived in good order and we planted them
at ,once. I want to congratulate you on the
quality of the stock. They are the best I have
ever seen.
R. O. LARSEN, _
Missouri.
18
Dwarf Mountain Pine. Splendid for Border.
HILLS EVERGREENS
GROW
Red Pine
( Pinus Resinosa)
Very Hardy and of Rapid
Growth
Has strong spreading branches,
which are well covered with smaller
branchlets, tips being a bright orange
color. The needles, in clusters of two,
are a lustrous dark green, four to six
inches long, slender and flexible. Grows
to fairly large size forty to fifty feet,
spreading ten to twelve feet. The cones
are from one to two inches in length
and are a beautiful light brown in color.
The bark is thick and a dark reddish
brown, and it is from this characteristic
that it derives its name.
Price, Transplants
5 10 100
12 to 18 inches S1.85 $3.70 $21.00
18 to 24 inches 2.20 4.40 28.00
2 to 3 feet 2.80 5.60 38.50
5 of same size at 10 rate; 50 at 100 rate.
Accept our thanks for your care and
promptness in filling our order. We haze
received the three cars of Evergreens in
good condition and all are carefully
planted on the estate of S. A. Fletcher.
ALEX. T U S CHIN SKY,
Landscape Architect , Indianapolis, Ind.
Scotch Pine
(Pinus Sylvestris )
The branches are covered with short, stiff tufts of bluish green needles that grow in
pairs one to two inches long. At maturits” it reaches a height of fifty to sixty feet,
spreading twelve to fourteen feet. The bark is thick and heavy, slightly reddish in color.
The cones are a golden brown and remain on the tree all through the winter.
Grows very well on ary, sandy or gravelly soil and thrives under very adverse
conditions. The growth is rapid and where quick, permanent protection is wanted for
screens or shelter it is highly recommended.
Where natural wooded effects are desired a mixed planting of Scotch, Austrian and
Red Pine is very suitable.
Price, Transplants — 5 10 100
12 to 18 inches $1.00 $2.00 $14.00
18 to 24 inches 1.85 3.70 21.00
2 to 3 feet 2.30 4.60 28.00
5 of same size at 10 rate; 50 at 100 rate.
COL. FRANK O. LOWDEN, GOVERNOR OF ILLINOIS
is an enthusiastic Evergreen planter, and on his Ogle County, Illinois, estate of 5,000 acres he has
planted upwards of 100,000 Hill Evergreen Trees annually for the past fourteen years. Col. Lozuden
believes in the value of Evergreens for beauty and utility. He purchases his Evergreens exclusively
from the D. Hill Nursery Co.
A Natural Wooded Effect Easily Produced by Hill Evergreens
19
Ponderosa Pine
( Pinus Ponderosa )
Jack Pine
( Pinus Banksiana )
A Rapid, Robust, Rugged Grower
Its most striking- characteristic is the
long-, g-lossy needles, about the size of a
darning- needle, often measuring six inches'
in length. They grow in sets of two and
three and in this respect are exceptional
to the usual habit of pines. The whole tree
is heavily clothed with foliage of a deep
green color. It reaches forty to fifty feet
in height, spreading twelve to fifteen feet
at the base. Bears handsome, round, plump
cones, two to two and one-half inches in
length. Ponderosa Pine has been widely
planted throughout the western states.
Frice, Transplants-
10 to 12 inches $1.45
12 to 18 inches 1.
18 to 24 inches
2 to 3 feet
5 of same size at 10
Flexilis Pine
{Pinus Flexilis )
Its attractive characteristics are its
bark, cones and branches. The bark is
creamy white, corky and porous; the cones
are heavy and large, eight to ten inches
long. The branches are very slender and
flexible, from which characteristic the tree
derives its name. Attains a height of
twenty to thirty feet, with a spread at the
‘ base of eight to ten feet.
Price, Transplants— 5 10 100
6 to 12 inches $1.60 $3.20 $15.75
12 to 18 inches 2.10 4.20 26.25
18 to 24 inches 2.40 4.80 31.50
5 of same size at 10 rate; 50 at 100 rate.
; — 5
10
100
. . $1.45
$2.90
$14.00
. . 1.70
3.40
17.50
. . 2.00
4.00
24.50
. . 2.25
4.50
28.00
rate; 50
at 100
rate.
Mrs. Haines and I are more than pleased
with the magnificent specimens of White Pine
you sent out to us, and zve want to thank you
for same. We deeply appreciate your kindness
and courtesy.
J. ALLEN HAINES.
Winnetka, III.
Grows Successfully cn Poorest of Soil
In regions where tree growing has been
considered almost impossible on account of
sandy soil and continued drought, Jack Pine
has been planted and grown with complete
success. This Evergreen is sometimes
called Gray Pine and Northern Pine.
Reaches a height of forty to fifty feet,
with a spread of twelve to fifteen feet.
Its short, fresh, light green needles,
three-fourths to one and one-half inches
long, in-curved on the branchlets, easily
distinguish it from all other pines.
Price, Transplants — 5 10
12 to 18 inches $1.60 $3.20
18 to 24 inches 1.75 3.50
2 to 3 feet 2.10 4.20
100
$16.00
19.00
24.50
5 of .same size at 10 rate; 50 at 100 rate.
20
Ponderosa Pine
HILLS EVERGREENS
GROW
ft
The very deep green, soft,
waxy-looking foliage makes it
very attractive. It only grows
three to four feet high, but
often spreads four to six feet.
Excellent for planting in low
borders with Dwarf Mountain
Pine, Savin Juniper or Ameri-
can Yew. Also much used for
foundation planting and coni-
fer beds.
Price, Specimens
Each 10
1 to 1V2 ft.B&B $3.00 $24.75
lYo to 2 ft.B&B 3.35 30.00
2 to 2 y2 ft.B&B 4.85 45.00
5 of same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Dwarf Japanese Yew
( Taxus Cuspidata Brevifolia )
Dwarf Japanese Yew
Japanese Yew
( Taxus Cuspidata )
The Japanese Yew is a pyramidal upright grower, reaching a height of fifteen to
twenty feet. The foliage is very beautiful, in summer it is a deep dark green, slightly
tinged with silver underneath. Late in the autumn it changes to a rich copper color.
Its tiny red fruits remain on the tree all winter, providing food for birds.
Price, Specimens —
1 to iy2 feet
2 to 3 feet
3 to 4 feet
Price, Transplants —
6 to 10 inches
10 to 12 inches
5 of same size at 10 rate.
Each
10
B&B
$2.25
$15.00
B&B
3.75
33.50
B&B
6.00
52,50
5
10
.$2.00
$ 4.00
. 2.50
5.00
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
American Yew
( Taxus Canadensis)
The foliage is a deep dark verdant green changing to a purplish bronze in winter.
Its certain richness and stiff formality of growth pleases the taste of almost everyone.
It rarely grows over six feet tall and about twice as broad, almost fan shaped. Its
bright red berries contrast very prettily with its dark green foliage. It grows splen-
didly in shady locations.
Price, Specimens —
1 to 1% feet B&B
Price, Transplants —
6 to 12 inches $2.25
12 to 18 inches
5 of same size at 10 rate. B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
It grows
splen-
Each
10
$1.50
$13.50
5
10
. .$2.25
$4.50
3.00
6.00
American Yew, a Splendid Dwarf Growing Variety
21
HILL’S EVERGREENS
GROW I
American Arbor Vitae
( Thuya Occidentalis )
National Evergreen Hedge Plant
There is perhaps no other tree in the entire
Evergreen family that can be used in so many
different ways as the American Arbor Vitae. On
account of its flat fern-like foliage it can be
sheared, producing beautiful, dense, compact
hedges in a remarkably short time. Retains its
green foliage at all seasons of the year, and for
this reason is much superior to the unsightly,
leafless Privet or other leaf- bearing hedge plants.
When allowed to grow without shearing it
naturally reaches a height of fifteen to twenty
feet, with a spread at the base of three to four
feet. It is often planted in groups with other
Evergreens, also makes a fine appearance when
planted singly, growing tall and stately. Grows
successfully in any well-drained soil and also
thrives in a cool, moist soil, as well as in partial
shade or in full sun.
American Arbor Vitae
Price, Specimens-
Each
10
Price
, Transplants-
- 5
10
100
2
to
3 feet . . .
.B&B
$ 1.25
$ 9.50
10
to 12
inches
.$1.15
$2.30
$12.00
2
to
4 feet
.B&B
2.25
20.00
12
to 18
inches . ,
1.60
3.20
16.50
4
to
5 feet
.B&B
3.75
30.00
18
to 24
inches
. 2.00
- 4.00
25.00
6
to
7 feet
.B&B
7.75
70.00
2
to 3
feet
, 3.00
6.00
37.50
7
to
8 feet
.B&B
10.00
90.00
5 of same size
at 10
rate; 50
at 100
rate.
B&B
signifies Ball
and !
Burlap.
Pyramidal Arbor Vitae
( Thuya Pyramidalis )
Perhaps to the majority of planters the
Pyramidal Arbor Vitae is the most familiar,
of all the Arbor Vitae family. It is one
of the old well-known Evergreens, having
been sold for many years. The habit of
growth is tall, narrow and straight like a
column, mature trees fifteen feet in height
seldom measuring over two feet in diameter
at the base.
The foliage somewhat resembles that
of the American Arbor Vitae, but is finer
and more lacy. Color is a rich dark green,
which it holds at all seasons. This splendid
variety is much used in formal garden
planting, bordering walks or markers for
corners. Also much used for planting on
either side of entrance gate. Fits in well
with almost any scheme of planting.
Price, Specimens — Each 10
2 to 3 feet B&B $2.25 $18.75
3 to 4 feet B&B 3.00 26.50
4 to 5 feet B&B 3.75 33.50
5 of same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap
The American Arbor Vitae which I pur-
chased from you several ‘seasons ago is grow-
ing nicely, and people from our section are
beginning to recognize the superiority of Arbor
Vitae for hedges over other hedge plants used
here. During the early summer months the
Grafted Blue Spruce which I got from you
is the admiration of all who see it.
GEO. B. KERSTETTER,
Gowen City, Pa.
Pyramidal Arbor Vitae
22
M
HILLS EVERGREENS
GROW
A
Siberian Arbor
Vitae
( Thuya Wareana Sibericci )
Grows very dense and compact,
upright with a broad base three
to four feet in diameter, reaching
a height six to eight feet. Was
originated in the famous Royal
Gardens of England, but named
Siberian because of its rugged
constitution. The foliage is rather
thick and a very dark green.
Branches are short and stiff.
Single trees alone grow conical
and clean-cut in outline. Also
makes splendid hedges.
Siberian Arbor Vitae
Price, Specimens — Each 10 Price, Specimens — Each
1 to l1/^ feet B&B $2.25 $18.75 2 to 3 feet B&B 4.00
1 y2 to 2 feet B&B 3.00 24.75 3 to 4 feet B&B 6.00
5 of same size at 10 rate. B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
10
33.50
52.50
Woodward’s Globe
Arbor Vitae
( Thuya Woodwardi)
green family. Ever-
greens that grow into
a natural globe are
great favorites with
many planters as
they readily work
into any scheme of
planting.
Price, Specimens —
1 to 1 y2 feet B&B
Each $ 2.65
10 33.50
5 of the same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Arbor Vitae
Its shape is round or globu-
lar, very dense in growth, and
does not require shearing. It
seldom grows over three to
three and one-half feet in
diameter. The foliage is
soft and flat and of a deep
green color. It is suit-
able for lawn, door-yard
or window-box planting,
and is very popular where
space is limited. A pair of
these little trees planted
among the tall Pines and
Spruces, suggests the wonderful
contrasts in the habits of the Ever-
Woodward’s
Thuya Rosenthali
An intermediate grower reaching a height of six to seven feet with a spread of
two and one-half to three feet. The foliage is bright fresh green, while the new
growth terminates with a whitish ball. A very interesting variety and an attractive
novelty. •
Price, Specimens — Each 10
1 \-2 to 2 feet B&B $3.00 $24.75
2 to 3 feet B&B 3.75 33.00
5 of same size at 10 rate. B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
, HILLS EVERGREENS
GROW 4
Douglas Golden Arbor Vitae
( Thuya Douglassi Aurea)
A Distinct Golden Green
Peabody’s Golden Arbor Vitae
( Thuya Occidentalis Lutea )
A Superb Golden Foliaged Variety
One of the most ornamental Evergreens. The
flat fern-like foliage in summer is golden tipped,
and changes to bronze in autumn and early
winter. It is rather broad, spreading three to
four feet at the base, and reaches fifteen to
eighteen feet in height. The little brown cones
are one-fourth inch long, and borne abundantly
in clusters. It is easily sheared and can be kept
at any height or form desired. Its rare beauty
is best displayed when planted among the darker
green varieties of Junipers, Pines, Spruces or
Firs.
Frice, Specimens — Each 10
iy2 to 2 feet B&B $1.85 $13.50
2 to 3 feet B&B 3.00 26.50
5 of same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
Douglas Golden Arbor Vitae
Peabody’s Golden Arbor Vitae
A very distinct golden type. The bright golden
color does not change but remains the same at all
seasons. It is rather slender in habit, and grows
but eight to ten feet high, with a diameter of two
to two and one-half feet. The growth is pyramidal
and upright, and can be trimmed as wanted. There
are no cones or berries. A few of these Golden
Arbor Vitae planted in contrast to the deep green
of the Firs and Pines, and mixed with some Blue
Spruce will produce beautiful effects.
Price, Specimens — Each 10
1 to 1V2 feet B&B $1.50 $12.50
li/2 to 2 feet B&B 1.85 13.50
5 of same size at 10 rate.
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
American Arbor Vitae Hedges Can Be Trimmed to Any Height Desired. Will Make Solid Walls
12 to 15 Feet High or Low Hedge 4 Feet in Height as Illustrated.
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M
HILLS EVERGREENS
GROW
*
You Can Easily Make Your Place Look Like This by Using Hill’s. Evergreens
Hill’s Dwarf Evergreens
New, Rare and Choice Varieties of Dwarf Evergreens Suitable for Japanese Gardens,
Tea Gardens, Rock Gardens, Foundation Planting, Terraces, etc.
The following list of plants are all of special merit. Originating mostly in the
Orient, they possess a distinctive charm and
the United States.
are thoroughly
reliable for planting in
Each 10 '
Juniperus Canadensis
1 -H/2
feet
B&B
$2.65
$22.50
Juniperus Canadensis
iy2-2
feet
B&B
3.50
30.00
Juniperus Canadensis .
2 -2 y2
feet
B&B
4.50
37.50
Juniperus Canadensis Aurea
i -i m
feet
B&B
2.65
22.50
Juniperus Canadensis Aurea
iy2-2
feet
B&B
3.50
30.00
Juniperus Kosteri
iy2-2
feet
B&B
3.00
27.75
Juniperus Pfitzeriana
2 -3
feet
B&B
3.75
33.50
Juniperus Procumbens
i -iy2
feet
B&B
2.75
25.00
Juniperus Procumbens
iy2-2
feet
B&B
4.25
35.00
Juniperus Procumbens
2 -2 y2
feet
B&B
6.00
52.50
Juniperus Procumbens
214-3
feet
B&B
7.50
Juniperus Sabina
i -i y2
feet
B&B
2.25
lV.75
Juniperus Sabina
114-2
feet
B&B
3.00
25.00
Juniperus Sabina Prostrata
1 -iy2
feet
B&B
3.00
26.50
Juniperus Sabina Prostrata
114-2
feet
B&B
4.50
37.50
Juniperus Sabina Tamariscifolia
1 -1 y2
feet
B&B
3.50
30.00
Juniperus Sabina Tamariscifolia
iy2-2
feet
B&B
4.75
40.00
Juniperus Sabina Tamariscifolia
2 -214
feet
B&B
6.00
52.50
Pinus Mugho
1
foot
B&B
1.50
10.00
Pinus Mugho
1 -1 y2
feet
B&B
1.85
16.50
Taxus Canadensis
1 -1 y2
feet
B&B
1.50
13.50
Taxus Cuspidata Brevifolia
1 -1 y2
feet
B&B
3.00
24.75
Taxus Cuspidata Brevifolia
iy2-2
feet
B&B
3.35
30.00
Taxus Cuspidata Brevifolia
to
feet
B&B
. 4.85
45.00
Thuya Woodwardi
5 of same variety and size at 10 rate.
1 -iy2 feet B&B 2.65
B&B signifies Ball and Burlap.
23.50
Japanese Gardens and Rockeries
For the construction of
Japanese Gardens, Rockeries,
etc., we offer the services of
Mr. T. R. Otsuka, Landscape
Architect, to those of our cus-
tomers desiring his assistance.
Mr. T. R. Otsuka has had
plenty of experience along
this line, having built some of
the most notable Japanese
Gardens in this country and
Europe. Write for complete
information.
HILL’S EVERGREENS
GROW 4
Pyramid
Standard
Boxwoods
Ball
Shaped
gag
1
Ball
Bush Shaped
■Mi
I |
m
Pyramid
Standard
Pyramidal Boxwood
Boxwoods
( Buxus Sempervirens )
There are different qualities of Boxwoods just
as there are different qualities of roses, carnations,
silks, calicoes, etc. Do not be fooled by low prices;
there is always plenty of cheap or inferior stock
on the market to be had almost for the asking,
but quality Boxwoods, grown properly and handled
right, always command a fair price. Hill Boxwoods
are the satisfactory kind. You will not be dis-
appointed. They are the cream of especially se-
lected stocks, grown for high-class trade. Satis-
faction guaranteed. When you want “quality”
Boxwoods, come to Hill’s.
Notice: — Orders for Boxwood will be ac-
cepted conditionally, subject to arrivals. We
expect to be able to make deliveries as usual
this spring. Order early, Boxwoods will be
very scarce this season.
Boxwood, Pyramidal Shape
Without Tubs — Each Pair Doz.
2 to 2i/2 feet . . ... . .B&B $3.25 $6.00 $34.50
3 feet B&B 4.85 9.00 51.75
4 feet ..... .B&B 7.75 15.00 87.75
If tubs are wanted, add 75c per tree.
Boxwood, Ball Shaped (Clipped Solid)
Without Tubs — Each Pair Doz.
15x15 inches B&B $4.75 $9.00 $51.75
If tubs are wanted, add 75c per tree.
Boxwood, Bush Shaped
Each Doz. 100
10 to 12 inches $ .75 $ 7.20 $ 52.50
15 inches 1.35 14.40 112.50
18 inches 1.75 18.00 135.00
I am sending your letter to O. C. Simonds & Co., who are superintending planting for the Indian
Hill Club. I want to express my admiration of your action and to assure you that all of the members
of the club who are familiar with its affairs will always feel that they are safe in supplying their re-
quirements from your nursery. A. W. SHAW,
Publisher of System, Chicago, III.
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HILLS EVERGREENS
GROW
Juniperus. Picea.
Thuya. Juniperus.
Evergreens Suitable for Tubbing
Hill’s Evergreens for tubbing stand at the head of the list of hardy plants suitable
for outside decoration, both summer and winter. They are easily moved from place
to place, require little attention, are always green and are never injured by continued
cold or freezing.
Can be used in hallways, entrances, balconies or sun parlors and will remain a
permanent decoration wherever placed. They can be set in the garden or wherever
wanted. In summer or winter they attractively add to their surroundings. Your
selection is not limited. The varieties listed below will be ample for your requirements.
Hardy Evergreens (Clipped Bushy Speci
mens)
Matched
Size
Each
Pairs
Abies Tsuga Canadensis (Light Green)
2
feet
B&B
$3.75
$6.75
Abies Tsuga Canadensis (Light Green)
3
feet
B&B
4.85
9.00
Juniperus Counarti (Dark Green)
2
feet
B&B
4.85
9.00
Juniperus Counarti (Dark Green)
3
feet
B&B
6.75
12.75
Juniperus Glauca (Silvery Blue)
2
feet
B&B
3.75
6.75
Juniperus Glauca (Silvery Blue)
... .3
feet
B&B
6.00
11.25
Juniperus Virginiana (Grayish Green)
4
feet
B&B
6.75
12.75
Juniperus Virginiana (Grayish Green)
... .5
feet
B&B
8.25
15.75
Juniperus Virginiana (Grayish Green)
... .6
feet
B&B
16.00
31.50
Picea Canadensis (Bluish Green)
feet
B&B
5.25
9.75
Picea Canadensis (Bluish Green)
4
feet
B&B
7.50
14.25
Picea Canadensis (Bluish Green)
5
feet
B&B
9.75
18.75
Thuya Occidentalis Pyramidalis (Dark Green)..
2
feet
B&B
3.00
5.25
Thuya Occidentalis Pyramidalis (Dark Green) . .
... .3
feet
B&B
4.00
7.50
Thuya Occidentalis Pyramidalis (Dark Green)..
4
feet
B&B
5.25
9.75
Thuya Wareana Siberica (Dark Green)
1
foot
B&B
3.00
5.25
Thuya Wareana Siberica (Dark Green)
... .2
feet
B&B
4.85
9.00
Thuya Wareana Siberica (Dark Green)
3
feet
B&B
7.00
13.50
Thuya Woodwardi (Dark Green)
. . . .1
foot
B&B
3.35
6.00
If tubs are wanted add 75c
extra
per tree.
Evergreens ordered from you received.. They
We received a carload of Evergreens from you
are certainly fine and very satisfactory.
last spring and did not lose one.
CARL GUTGSELL,
MRS. JOHN G. WILLIAMS,
Supt. Lochevan, Derby, N. Y.
2601 East Second St., Duluth, Minn.
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Hand Weeding Evergreen Seedlings— Allowing Only the Seedling Trees to Absorb Plant Food and
Moisture From the Soil
Young Evergreen and Deciduous
Seedlings for Forestry Planting
There has been a widespread interest in Forestry and Woodlot planting and an
enormously increased demand for our valuable native timber trees. We have made a
specialty of growing this class of stock for many years and have an immense stock
always on hand. All are strong, healthy and well rooted, freshly dug, plainly labeled
and tied twice in bundles of fifty.
Hill’s Evergreen Seedlings
Variety —
Size
Age
100
1,000
Concolor Fir
4
to
8
inches
3
yr.
$3.00
$18.00'
Douglas Fir
2
to
5
inches
2
yr.
2.25
13.50
Douglas Fir
4
to
8
inches
3
yr-
3.00
18.00
Red Cedar
2
to
4
inches
1
yr.
2.25
13.50
European Larch
2
to
5
inches
2
yr.
2.65"
16.50
White Spruce
4
to
8
inches
3
yr.
2.75
21.00
Norway Spruce
4
to
8
inches
3
yr.
2.65
13.50
Norway Spruce
6
to
10
inches
3
yr.
3.00
18.00
Jack Pine
3
to
6
inches
2
yr.
2.25
13.50
Jack Pine
6
to
12
inches
3
yr.
3.00
18.00
Limber Pine
2
to
5
inches
2
yr.
3.75
22.50
Bull Pine
2
to
5
inches
2
yr.
2.25
13.50
Bull Pine-
4
to
8
inches
3
yr.
3.00
18.00
Bull Pine
10
to
12
inches
4
yr.
3.35
22.50
Pitch Pine
2
to
4
inches
2
yr.
2.25
15.00
White Pine
2
to
5
inches
2
yr.
2.25
15.00
White Pine
6
to
12
inches
4
yr.
3.00
22.50
Scotch Pine
6
to
12
inches
3
yr.
2.65
18.00
American Arbor Vitae
3
to
6
inches
2
yr.
2.25
13.50
American Arbor Vitae
4
to
8
inches
3
yr.
3.00
18.00
Fifty of same variety and size
at 100 rate; 500 of
same
variety and
size at
1,000
rate.
Hill’s
Deciduous Seedlings
(Leaf Bearing)
Variety —
Size
Age
100
1,000
Norway Maple
4 to
8 inch
2'
yr.,
$3.00
$18.00
Hard or Sugar Maple
12
to
24
inches
3
yr.
3.35
20.25
Hard or Sugar Maple
24
to
36
inches
3
yr.
4.50
30.00
American Sweet Chestnut
8
to
15
inches
1
yr.
3.00
22.50
White Ash
6
to
12
inches
1
yr.
2.65
6.75
Black Walnut
12
to
18
inches
1
yr.
2.65
22.50
O
to
6
inches
1
yr.
3.35
24.75
Swamp White Oak
, 3
to
6
inches
1
yr.
4.00
27.00
Scarlet Oak
3
to
6
inches
1
yr.
3.00
22.50
Bur Oak or Mossy Cup Oak
3
to
6
inches
1
yr.
3.35
24.75
Pin Oak
3
to
6
inches
1
yr.
3.75
30.00
Red Oak
3
to
-6
inches
1
yr.
2.25
18.00
Black Locust
, 6
to
12
inches
1
yr.
2.25
5.25
American White Elm
12
to
24
inches
2
yr.
2.25
9.00
American White Elm
24
to
36
inches
2
yr.
2.65
13.50
Fifty of same variety and size at 100 rate; 500 of same variety and size at 1,000 rate.
Orders for seedling's must call for at least 50 of any one variety.
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Hill’s Deciduous Trees (&£»*)
This department includes trees of varieties which drop their leaves in Winter.
Their uses are manifold, the more important being the beautification of landscape,
shade and shelter. No garden or landscape is complete without them. Plant a
few of these on your lawn, dooryard or treebank and you will be surprised how
they will increase the value and beauty of your property. The trees offered below
are all select, straight specimens and fully uphold the reputation of all “Hill Grown”
stock.
American White Elm
A Good Shade Tree. Fine for Treebank, Park and Boulevard Planting.
Probably the most picturesque and graceful of all shade trees. The branches
are thickly covered with leaves, but stand wide apart at the tops, making vase-like
trees. We grow them for high-class retail trade, and have a complete supply of
all sizes.
Norway Maple
Frice,
Transplants
Each
10
100
6
to
8 feet
$0.60
$ 3.50
$ 15.75
8 to
10 feet
1.15
7.75
52.50
1
to
1 Yz inch diameter,
10 to
12
feet 1.50
10.50
80.00
1 J/2 tO
2 inch diameter,
12 to
14
feet 1.75
14.00
130.00
Norway Maple
We have yet to find a place where Norway Maples will not
thrive, or to find any other tree so satisfactory in growth, with such
handsome foliage, such splendid rugged frame and trunk. They
grow fast, their shape is graceful when they are little, and when
they are old their foliage is beautiful and they are thoroughly de-
pendable in all situations.
Price,
transplants
Each
10
8
to
10 feet
. . .$1.75
$15.00
1
to
1 /z inch diameter,
10
to
12
feet. . .
... 2.50
22.00
to
2 inch diameter,
12
to
14
feet. . .
. . . 3.50
30.50
2
to
3 inch diameter.
14
to
16
feet. . .
. . . 5.25
44.00
Schwedler’s Purple Leaved Maple
Another distinct variety of Maple. Has foliage of a deep purple
in early spring. This changes through the summer and fall, first to
bright light green, which it holds for weeks, and then to gold and
red. Very beautiful.
Price, transplants Each 10
1 to 1H inch diameter, 10 to 12 feet $2.50 $22.00
1 y2 to 2 inch diameter. 12 to 14 feet 3.50 30.50
2 to 3 inch diameter. 14 to 16 feet 6.50 60.00
American White Elms are "beautiful trees for street planting
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Mock Orange
Barberry
Hill's Ornamental Flowering Shrubs
The planting of shrubs combined with Evergreens offers great opportunity for
the improvement of a residence or country home. Shrubs around a house hide un-
sightly corners, foundations, etc., while planted in groups along walks, driveways
and fences, they give a home-like tone to any surroundings.
It is our aim to produce everything in flowering shrubs that is useful, hardy and
worthy of general cultivation in our climate. Plantings can be arranged so you will
get a succession of bloom from early Spring until frost comes in the Fall, followed
by various colored foliage and bright berries.
Japanese Barberry Large Flowering Mock Orange
Price
Each
10
Price
Each
10
1 y2 to 2 feet,
$0.35
$2.50
2 to 3 feet.
$0.50
$3.50
Golden Eider
Golden Bell
Price
Each
10
Price
Each
10
2 to 3 feet.
$0.50
$3.50
2
to 3 feet. .
$0.50
$3.50
Cut Leaved Elder
Price
Each
10
Japanese Bush Honeysuckle
3 to 4 feet
$0.60
$4.25
Price
Each
10
Snowberry
2
to 3 feet. .
$0.50
$3.50
Price
Each
10
2 to 3 feet.
$0.50
$3.50
Tatarian Honeysuckle
Purple Persian Lilac
Price
Each
10
Price
Each
10
2
to 3 feet. .
$0.50
$3.50
2 to 3 feet
$0.60
$4.25
Five of same variety and size at 10 rate.
Group Your Shrubs Like This and They Will Show Splendidly
30
A Word of Appreciation
We wish here to express sincere thanks to our many friends
and patrons who have written kind words relative to the quality
of stock and treatment they have received from us the past season.
We greatly appreciate these expressions of confidence and shall
endeavor to maintain the reputation they have so kindly given us.
Hill Quality
The name of D. Hill has come to be synonymous with “High
Quality” in Evergreens. Over half a century of conscientious
effort, unbounded enthusiasm, a close study of the value of every
new specie introduced; and above all, an ambition to make new
friends and keep the old, has been the method by which this high
position has been reached.
Your Success With Our Stock
is a matter in which we are mightily interested. Therefore we
endeavor to do everything reasonable within our power to help
you succeed with the stock we send you, because we love trees
and want you to enjoy them also. No firm is more careful in fill-
ing orders; we use every reasonable means to learn the customer’s
wishes without delaying the shipment. Your interests are our
interests and we present you this 1918 catalog, confident that we
merit your trade, and assure you of the best treatment, whether
the order is large or small.
BEAUTIFUL BLUE SPRUCE
Special Offer No. 100
Truly a sensational triumph
in Evergreen growing. It
excites the wonder and ad-
miration of all. The bright,
gorgeous, silvery blue tints,
when flashed in the sunlight,
afford a wonderful effect, and
as our friends become ac-
quainted with it, they join
us in similar admiration of
its exquisite form and deli-
cate beauty.
It should be in the lawn
or garden of every lover of
beautiful Evergreens. De-
scribed by an eminent horti-
culturist as “a marvel of
rich beauty.’' It grows to
perfection in all parts of the
country and is absolutely
hardy.
Thousands took advantage
of this wonderful offer last
season and many expressed
great surprise at the magnifi-
cence of the tree. The illus-
tration shows the tree dug
with ball of earth and bur-
lapped ready to box and ship
to you.
The Beautiful Blue Spruce
How to Reach
Our Nurseries
You are cordially invited to
visit our nurseries.
We are situated in Northern
Illinois, on well drained, rich
fertile soil. Located 38 miles
west of Chicago on the Galena
Division of the C. & N. W. Ry.,
as well as the A. E. & C. inter-
urban electric system.
Visitors are always wel-
come and when coming by the
way of Chicago are directed
to the C. & N. W. Depot on
Madison street, from where it
is an interesting ride through
the famous Fox River Valluy
dairy district of one hour and
thirty minutes, direct to the
nursery.
For an hourly service from
Chicago’s shopping district,
take the A. E. & C. electric
line at Fifth avenue and Jack-
son boulevard direct to Elgin,
transferring to the Carpen-
tersville car, getting off at
stop No. 4, Dundee, from
where it is but a two-minute
walk direct to the nursery.
EVERGREENS
Page
Arbor Vitae (Thuya) .. 22-24
American 22
Douglas Golden 24
Peabody’s Golden ....24
Pyramidal 22
Rosenthal’s 23
Siberian 23
Woodward’s Globe ... .23
Boxwood (Buxus) 26
Cedar 8
Pyramidal 8
Red 8
Also see Junipers.
Fir (Abies) 6-7
Balsam 7
Concolor 7
Douglas 6
Hemlock 6
Japanese Gardens 25
Juniper (Juniperus) ..8-13
Canadensis 12
Canadensis Aurea ... .12
Counarti 10
Glauca 9
Irish 13
Kosteri 13
INDEX
Page
Juniper (Juniperus) C’nt’d
Lee’s Elegants 10
Pfitzeriana 10
Procumbens 12
Red Cedar 8
Sabina 11
Sabina Prostrata 11
Sabina Tamariscifolia.il
Schotti 9
Swedish 13
Pine (Pinus) 17-20
Austrian 17
Flexilis 20
Jack .. 20
Mountain (Dwarf) ...18
Ponderosa 20
Red 19
Scotch 19
White 17
Spruce (Picea) 14-16
Black Hill 16
Colorado Blue 14
Douglas 6
Engelmann 16
Hemlock 6
Roster’s Blue 14
Norway .15
32
Page
Spruce (Continued)
White 15
Yew (Taxus) 21
American 21
Dwarf Japanese 21
Japanese 21
DECORATIVE STOCK
Boxwood (Buxus) 26
Ball Shaped 26
Bush Shaped 26
Pyramidal 26
Evergreens for Tubbing. 27
DECIDUOUS TREES
Elm (American White) .29
Maple (Acer) 29
Norway 29
Schwedler’s 29
DWARF EVERGREENS. 25
SHRUBS
General Assortment . . . .3C
SEEDLINGS
For Forestry Planting —
Deciduous 28
Evergreens 28
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