PLANTING GUIDE ROSES = SHRUBS ~ : 2 SHADE TREES oe | = 2 ‘FRUIT TREES VINES | Phone Alpine 9.9451 | NARROWS ROAD = PERRY, ‘onIO NOTICE TO OUR CUSTOMERS We are closed on Sunday and open from 8:00 A.M. until 4:30 P.M. the rest of the week. Orders which are placed three days in advance may be ealled for on Sunday. For the convenience of our customers in the Cleveland area we will have a truck making deliveries one day each week throughout the planting season. The aver- age cost of this delivery service is 15% of the amount of the order IMPORTANT — PLEASE ADD POSTAGE When you wish to receive your plants by Parcel Post please add 15% for packing and postage. If you do not include postage your plants will be sent express collect or we will bill you for the postage. Trees larger than the 4-5’ size will be shipped by express. SALES TAX NOTICE All Ohio customers must inelude 3% Ohio sales tax on all items. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED We guarantee the delivery to you, our cus- tomer, of your order in first class condition. If for any reason at all, the shipment does not arrive in first class condition, notify us at once and we will make prompt, satisfac- tory adjustment. Our stock is healthy and vigorous and if properly planted and cared for will grow. However, if due to unfavor- able weather or other conditions over which we have no control they fail to grow we will replace them once at one-half price. You must notify us of the failure to grow not later than July 10th following the season in which they were purchased. How- ever, you must at the time of replacement present a copy of your order. ORDERS ACKNOWLEDGED As soon as we receive your order we will mail you a copy of it. Be sure and keep this copy. In case you require an adjustment or replacement it will be necessary for you to present this copy of your order. HARTWELL J. CHAMPION Founded the Business ARTHUR N. CHAMPION Built the Business FRUIT TREES PEACH TREES overlaid with carmine. Fleg# yellow, 10 100 fine grained. Late August. each = each each J HALE, HAVEN. Rightfully placed at 5 1 y Deeote " ine the io gp the top of all yellow free-stone Betomtit amin’, Lote (50s 25a) 70 peaches. September 1-5. PELOsOS baer ein es te 1.2590 901,00 55 ~LEMON FREE. The old favorite which MAGEE CVS SO Cage Se SR i Pie aie .80 65 35 / is well known. Not too attractive but excellent in quality for canning. Sep- Y DIXIE GEM. Early, ripening 4 to 5 tember 20-25. EARLY ELBERTA. The same Elberta 7F weeks before Elberta, and about a 7 LOUISE. A large yellow flesh peach. week before Golden Jubilee. Fruits, Perfect freestone. Firm, well colored, medium sized. Ground color bright and of good size. Usually ripening yellow, overlaid with light to me- in October. dium red. Flesh yellow, free when 5» RICH HAVEN: Originated in South ripe, firm and fine textured. Pe Haven, Mich. Rich Haven gives ~~ DIXTRED. The outstanding charac- promise of replacing Hale Haven. teristics of Dixired are its unusual Fruits are large, uniform in size and firmness and slow rate of softening shape. Color a bright red blush with for an early peach. It is cherry red stripes of red and gold laid over a to a very dark red and fruit acquires bright golden ground ecolor. Fuzz is color long before it is ready to pick. unnoticeable and the skin is thick Flesh is yellow, medium textured and tough, making it a good shipper. and of a good flavor. Cling. Late Flesh is clear yellow with redding July. around the pit. Entirely a freestone _~ ELBERTA. Best commercial money- when ripe. Ripens with Hale Haven. making variety. Fifty percent of aii 7 RED HAVEN. The best of the early peaches planted are Elberta. It has yellow peaches coloring unusually proven its ability to adapt itself to well. Aug. 20-21. varied climatic and soil conditions...» REDSKIN. Ripening slightly ahead Tree hardy, disease resistant, very or with Elberta it is very produc- productive. Fruit large, oval, yellow tive. Round, yellow flesh, well col- and red cheek. Flesh yellow, firm, ored, firm, good sized and of excel- juicy, of high quality. Splendid ship- lent quality. per and keeper. Mid-September. Z ROCHESTER. A good quality peach ripening early in the peach season. quality and ripening earlier to reach In some areas doesn’t get too large the profitable early market. Sep- but is excellent for canning and table tember 6-10. use. AIRHAVEN. A cross of J. H. Hale7 SHIPPER’S LATE RED. A large red and South Haven. Larger than Hale’ Elberta type peach ripening 5-10 Haven, the fruit being bright golden days after Elberta. with red cheek. Skin smooth; flesh7SOUTH HAVEN. Large, yellow. firm medium yellow with some red” blotched with red. September 1-5. around the pit. Follows Golden Jubi- _SUNHIGH. Ripening ahead of Golden- lee and precedes Hale Haven in rip- / east. This peach is well worth a ening season. August 25-31. , trial. It is outstanding for its hardi- , GOLDENEAST. A large, high colored, ness. vo0d quality peach. September 1- 5. JERSEYLAND: An early, large, firm, GOLDEN JUBILEE. A large early yel- 6 attractive, yellow fleshed freestone, 7 low peach, free-stone, high quality. ripening a few days ahead of Golden Ripening date Aug. 20-25. Always Jubilee. It hangs well to the tree popular. Makes a fine backyard va- and is an excellent shipper. Tree is riety. hardy, sets fruit buds freely and 43. H. Hale Improved. Large, yellow comes into bearing early. Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio 1 tl cf ox “7 f ~}/DOUBLE RED DELICIOUS (Winter) / Deep red, bears younger, An outstanding apple for table use. / f f WHITE PEACHES This group of peaches are all white fleshed and are excellent for home use, and are readily saleable at the road- side. BELLE OF GEORGIA. Ver y large with red cheek and of excellent quality. September 1-5. CHAMPION. A very large red cheeked peach which is a heavy bearer. Its flavor and quality are unexcelled. September 3-8. CUMBERLAND. Probably the best of the white peaches for market use, as it is a very firm fleshed peach. Early August. Prices same as Yellow Peaches APPLE TREES each ak each 5 to 6 ft. '¥, in. and up $2.25 $1.85 $1.0 A etOnO wh Lenn eileen se 5 5 1.50 85 OL Lee IN ay ee 1.50 1225 STD ZoLOPO ule prin; Reie. k 125 1.00 ASS To insure cross-polination be sure to plant two varieties. Our apple trees are produc2d from carefully selected trees in the orchard and the fruit is outstanding for color quality, and productiveness. BALDWIN. An excellent fruit having been on the market for many years. Red in color, flesh medium and of excellent quality. A good keeper, and ranks high ior eating or cook- ing. ORTLAND (Winter). A McIntosh type, large, round, and red. Hangs on the tree longer than McIntosh and because of its tougher skin, makes a better shipper. C Bright red, flesh white and of excel- lent quality. FAMEUSE. An old favorite often call- ed snow apple. White, crisp flesh of excellent quality. Bright red in color with a redding under the skin. 2 A _¢ FRANKLIN. Produced at Wooster Experiment Station. <A cross of Me- Intosh and Delicious. Flesh faintly yellow, fine grain and delicate tex- ture, mild, moderately juicy, not quite as sweet as Delicious, but with more character than McIntosh. GRIMES GOLDEN (Winter). Good sized, yellow, very productive and of high quality. _~LODI. One of our best early apples. Larger than transparent but with quality and flavor the same. The tree is more spreading and vigorous The fruit is a better shipper and does not show bruising as much as transparcnt. It ripens a few days later than transparent. _ JONATHAN. The favorite early win- ! ter dessert apple. A well colored red apple, snappy, sub-acid flavor. First class for either cooking or eat- ing. A good keeper. MELROSE (Winter). A cross of Jona- than and Delicious. Fruits larger than Jonathan — firm, erisp, and Juicy and of excellent cooking and dessert quality. Fruits ripen just be- fore Staymens and keeps well in cold storage until April. _ / JNORTHERN SPY (Winter). An old favorite which is unexcelled in qual- ity and keeping. Well covered with red, flesh white and tender. , RED McINTOSH (Autumn). A select- 7] ed type for its solid red color. One | of the best all purpose apples and a very good keeper. RED ROME BEAUTY (Winter). A strain of Rome Beauty selected for its intense red color. 7 / RED NORTHERN SPY (Winter). same as Northern Spy in taste and keeping qualities. RED STAYMEN WINESAP (Win- ter). A quick and large grower, coming into bearing at an early age. A selected red type of the old Stay- man Winesap. Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio 7 9, y “ 4 Apple Trees (Cont.) RUBY (Winter). A cross of Gallia Beauty and Starking. It is larger and better colored than Gallia Beauty. It also has better eating qualities. WEALTHY (Autumn). The best of the autumn apples as it bears young and is of exceptional sub-acid quality. Unexeelled for cooking. YELLOW TRANSPARENT (Sum- 7 Black Tartarian Earlier than most other sweet cherries. It adapts itself to a wide variety of soil and climatic conditions. BLACK RUSSIAN. The tree is vigor- ous, hardy and highly productive. It has shown no injury at 15 to 20 below zero. The fruit is medium in size and does not crack. Very dark in color being almost black. Ripens just before Schmidt. mer). This tree is extremely hardy .,GOVERNOR WOOD. One of the best and comes into bearing young. The’ fruit is of good size and of clear yel- low color. Ideal for home market and a good seller. _7YELLOW DELICIOUS (Winter). Same delicious quality as Red Deli- cious, but the color is a clear yellow. Tastes more mild and even better than Grimes Golden. Firm, crisp and very juicy. FRUITING CRAB APPLES Beautiful in flower and the will make excellent jelly. Prices of crab apples are the same as that of other apples. fruit _HYSLOP. Tree is vigorous and very hardy. Fruit medium, yellow ground- ed with heavy shadings of deep erimson and maroon. Flesh fine, firm and yellow. The fruit appears in clusters which makes tree very or- namental. SWEET CHERRIES 10 or More EACH EACH Tevra5-G.ttreeies seroma is $3.00 $2.50 DarreAe Dal teens 5h ovat tae 2.60 2.30 ore orf tear mean 2.20 1.95 > Bing This valuable black cherry succeeds everywhere. Flesh very solid, flavor of the highest quality, a fine shipping and market variety. Midseason Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio sweet cherries. Very large, light yel- low, marbled with red, juicy, rich and delicious, tree large, healthy and a vood bearer. >» Lambert Jet black when fully ripe. The fruit is meaty, Juicy and has a very rich flavor. Late July. _ Napoleon Royal Ann. A beautiful cherry of large size; pale yellow with bright red cheeks; flesh firm, juicy and sweet; one of the best for market. > Schmidt The fruits are black and large. The tree is vigorous and productive. July. / Windsor Fruit large, liver colored and distinc- tive. Flesh remarkably firm and of high quality. A valuable late variety. July. POLLINATION: When planting Lam- bert or Napoleon be sure to plant one tree of another variety. Windsor is a good variety to use as it is a thrifty, vigorous tree and is a good pollinator. 3 SOUR CHERRIES 10 or More EACH EACH Deve eD-Gsthesid cet cons $2.50 $2.00 Divr 4-6 fty aa cael cee 2.10 1.85 ingore Lea ay Ae 1.85 1.60 Brassington A superior cherry fast gaining in popu- larity. Its large size, distinctive flavor, and bearing ability recommend it for trial. Tree upright, dense and very productive. Fruit averages one half to three quarters of an inch in dia- meter. The fruit is light red juicy and has a sub acid pleasant flavor. Early Richmond Has long been the leading sour cherry of its season. Tree of medium size and bears heavy crops when it is young. The tree thrives well in a wide range of soil and climatic conditions. June. ; _, English Morello The best of the late sour cherries after monmorency. It is not for table use or to eat out of hand. However most any, way it 1s prepared it is excellent. The fruit is resistant to black rot and hang on the trees well after ripening. ; / Montmorency This is the most popular sour cherry erown in America. Vigorous, produc- tive, and fine quality. 7 ORANGE QUINCE TREES For Jelly, Jam and Marmalade Its pre-eminence as a fruit for jellies and preserves makes the Quince a pro- fitable tree for the fruit grower, the; farmer or anyone having a small gar- den. Fruit is large golden yellow and of excellent quality; ripens early in September. Quince trees do not re- quire much space, as they are of aaa type, growing about 10 to 15 feet tall. 4 to 6 ft. $2.50 each ~ PINEAPPLE QUINCE Fruit smooth golden yellow, white fleshed with a shght pineapple like flavor. For eating and making jel- hes. Ripens September. 4 to 6 ft. $2.50 each PEAR TREES — Produced from blight-resistant strains 10 or More 100 or More EACH EACH EACH Diy Gal tee $2.50 $2.00 $1.25 2. yr. 4-0-ft > 5.2.10 1.85 1.10 2 yr. 3-4 ft. 185 160 1.05 POLLINATION Two varieties are needed. The only combination that is cross-incompatible is Seckel and Bartlett. A third variety is needed with the above two. SUMMER VARIETIES Bartlett. The fruits are large, hand- some, and of a high quality, keeping and shipping remarkably well mak- ing it very desirable for the table or for market use. Clapp’s Favorite. It is the standard Summer pear to precede Bartlett, which it much resembles, in size, shape, flavor and color. Gorham. The fruit ripens two weeks later than Bartlett and keeps a month longer. The fruit resembles Bartlett in size, color, and shape. Cope’s Seedless Pears This new variety resembles Bartlett but is seedless and coreless, and shows great resistance to fire blight. It rip- ens a few days later than Bartlett. Much time is saved by not having to core each pear when preparing it for use. Bosc - A large vellow pear with white flesh, rich and delicious. It has a long stem allowing it to sway in strong winds without dropping. Highly productive and keeps until Xmas. Duchess. Very large and rich and juicy. Pick them before maturity, wrap in tissue paper and pack them away for complete ripening. Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio -7 Flemish Beauty. A large, beautiful, German Prune. Large, dark purple, very juicy and rich pear. September. 7 sweet, good, one of the most popular A Keiffer. Grown in all sections of the for canning because of its sweetness U. S. and Canada. The tree is prac- and lack of acid. tically immune to blight. Very thrifty, and bears constant and Plums heavy crops. The fruit is large, yel- ~Abundance, (OR.). Medium sized red, low, often blushed and is one of the with yellow juicy tender flesh. Trees best pears for distant markets. large and hardy, ripening in August. eckel. (Sometimes called the BEE (OR.). Large red fruit on a pear). A small pear of excellent, hardy and productive tree in late flavor, fine for pickling or dessert, August. very productive and a profitable _ Lombard. Fruits medium to large, commercial pear. fo Ghae aaa very attractive and tempt- to th d dil leabl 7DWARF PEAR TREES Fase ae cei G1 eae naar They are ideal for the home owner ~Reine Claude - Best known as Green with a small lot. They take up very / Gage. Fruit medium size, cling little space and yet are very produc- stone, greenish yellow, flesh is juicy, tive, taking into consideration the very mild and sweet. Unsurpassed miniature size of the tree. The fruit is for canning. of standard size. “Shropshire Damson. Tree is a great Bartlett, Duchess, Seckel and Clapps producer bearing large crops of 4-5 ft. $4.00 each good dark purple plums year after 3-4 ft. $3.00 each year. October. Yellow Egg. Golden yellow with thick PLUMS AND PRUNES bloom. ‘Flesh yellow and juicy. A Prices of Prune, Plum / very large and beautiful plum, fine 10 or More for local market. September. EACH EACH Se Ga Sepa aeer ai os ea 250 $1.95 2 yr. 4.5 ft ONG ite APRICOTS ASV nO Att Ee cis sie See 185 160 Prices of Apricots and Nectarines NOTE—Most American and European Chg Gi Plums seem to be self-fertile and pro- 9 yr. 5-6 ft $9. 50 $9.05 duce fruit on their own pollen, but pro- 9 yr. Ain htite ser eta ee 2.10 1.85 duce better when inter-planted with 9 vr. SG ACh Ea ena ae 1.90 7 1eGO other varieties. Oriental varieties have Popular anal Wseationsnwherembedches been found to be self unfruitful and Are oily should always be interplanted at all times. Abundance is considered one of oranda Grows to an immense size. the general pollinizers. The fruit large and of a good qual- ity, beautifully colored a deep yel- Prunes low, with yellow flesh, and a very Italian Prune (Fellenburg). The fruit fine flavor. 7 is fine flavored whether eaten out of NECTARINES hand, prepared for the table or cured as a prune. Fruits very large pur- A smooth-skinned Plum-Peach. Tree plish black with very thick bloom. grows like Peach. Fruit looks like September. large Plum. The flavor, both Peach 7 Stanley Prune. Ripens about Septem- and Plum. ber 10th. A medium to large, blue Goldmine. A freestone ripening with prune-type plum; flesh is greenish ~? Elberta, medium in size with good yellow. Juicy, firm and of good qual- quality, and very attractive yellow ity. Stone is free. flesh. Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio 5 oy JUMBO FRUIT TREES For several years the demand has steadily increased for larger, nicer, and quicker bearing trees. We now offer them in limited quantities. These are called JUMBO trees as it is often possible to reduce the time from planting un- til you pick your first fruit, from one half to three quarters of the time re- quired by most regular grade nursery trees. The SUPPLY of these “‘Jumbo”’ trees is limited and if you are anxious to make use of this wonderful oppor- tunity we would suggest that you fill out the enclosed order sheet at once so you will be sure to receive your ORDER of ‘‘Jumbo” trees which will be shipped to you at the correct planting time or you may specify the shippin date. . “JUMBOW. 3,7 “JUMBO” / “JUMBO” , / SWEET CHERRY APPLE TREES PEAR TREES $5.00 each $4.00 each $4.50 each “‘JUMBO’’ ‘‘JUMBO’’ : SOUR CHERRY PEACH TREES “ $4.50 each $4.00 each DWARF APPLE TREES VARIETIES AVAILABLE “4 DOUBLE RED DELICIOUS CORTLAND RED JONATHAN WEALTHY RED STAYMEN WINESAP YELLOW DELICIOUS RED McINTOSH R. I. GREENING YELLOW TRANSPARENT On Malling Understock 3 to 4 ft. $4.00 ea.; 3 for $11.00 4 to 5 ft. $5.00 ea.; 3 for $14.00 MULTIPLE APPLE TREES It’s a one-tree orchard. We have grown these for years and can recommend them highly. The ideal tree to plant in limited areas. A WHOLE ORCHARD ON A SINGLE TREE > ‘'S VARIETIES ON ONE TREE These trees are made possible by budding varieties from the earliest to the latest. An ideal tree where space is limited. The varieties grafted on 5-in-1 Trees will vary, but most generally consist of McIntosh, Yellow Transparent, Double Red Delicious, Yellow Delicious and Northern Spy. 2-3 yr. 11/16 in. up, $4.00 3-4 yr. 11/16 in. up, $5.00 6 Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio / GRAPES There is real satisfaction in seeing your vineyards and orchards thrive and bear abundantly. With the aim of developing and propagating the best and most profitable varieties of grapes and other fruits, we offer the following list. Given good care grapes bear well on almost any soil. They prefer a sandy or gravelly loam. 2 yr. No. 1, 70c each 10 for $5.00 Caco. Fruit very large in handsome complete bunches, a rich wine-red over amber, very large bearer. Its flavor is sweet and distinctive. Mid- season. ~7Concord. The standard blue grape and is ys. Niagara. probably the most extensively grown grape in the U. S. When fully ripe it is almost black. Ripens in early fall. Fredonia. A new productive, very black grape, ripening with Portland. The bunch and berry are large with excellent flavor, and ripens about ten days ahead of Moore’s Early and is an excellent shipper as it does not crack. This grape fills a long-/ felt need. A juicy, delicious black grape on a vigorous and productive vine. Clusters of large and hand- some pale yellow berries. It ripens with Concord and is the best white grape for the home market. ” Golden Muscat This comparatively new variety requires a season fully as long as Concord, but deserves a good trial wherever it has a possible chance to ripen. Valuable for home use and roadside market. The berries are large and meaty, having very few seeds, usually one or two, which are easily sep- arated from the pulp. It makes a large, pyramidal, compact, well- filled cluster. 2 yr. No. 1, $1.35 each t Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio _Red Lake. \7 ~ SEEDLESS CONCORD A new grape that is fast proving a favorite with the home owner. Of high quality being unexcelled when eaten out of hand. The home garden is not complete without this outstanding orape. 2 yr. No. 1, $1.35 each SMALL FRUIT PLANTS ASPARAGUS Mary Washington. This is considered one of the best Washington kinds of asparagus. It starts early and pro- duces’ a heavy crop of very large, tender asparagus. Green in color, and very good quality. 25, $2.60; 50, $4.35; 100 $7.00 CURRANTS Originated in Minnesota. It has been well tested and should prove a success in all sections. The berry is very large and a bright red. A heavy yielder and should stand at the top. 2 yr. No. 1, 90c each 10 for $8.00 GOOSEBERRIES Downing. Fruit is large, handsome pale green and of highest quality. Bush is a good grower. _,Red Jacket. Large size with red ber- ries of good quality. 2 yr. No. 1, $1.25 each 10 for $10.00 PRUNING BEFORE PLANTING Pruning stock at the time it is trans- planted assures more rapid recovery, pro- viding less heavy top to be supported by the roots which themselves are burdened with the task of re-establishing tiny feed- ing rootlets. Use a sharp knife or shears. 7 Small Fruit (Con't.) RHUBARB Champion's Red A market growers’ choice. Strong 1 yr. whole roots, 4% inch to 1 inch eali- per. 2 yr. No. 1, 35c each 10 for $2.50 Chipman’‘s Canada Red Our newest and best rhubarb. Very sweet. Stalks are deep red clear through. Makes a colorful sauce or pie. 2 yr. No. 1, $1.00 each 10 for $9.00 BLUEBERRIES Easy to Grow Very Ornamental Set the plants 5 to 7 feet apart in moist acid soil. Fruit ripens over a period of several weeks. Plant two or more va- rieties so as to insure proper pollina- tion. / ) Prices on ahyori Blueberries of “Cabot Rancocas, Rubel, Jersey. All plants well rooted. ‘i 3 yr. No. 1, $1.90 each 3 for $5.00; 10 for $14.00 BOYSENBERRY _/ NEW! SENSATIONAL! THORNLESS We offer it again this year because of the tremendous large size of the ber- ries; because of its prolific fruits; and lastly, because we think that it has the highest qualities of all bramble fruits. No. 1 plants, 40c each 10 for $3.00 BLACKBERRIES Blower. This berry is claimed to be the hardiest, most productive and finest quality and commands the highest price. The berry is jet black, an excellent shipper. . Eldorado. This is one of the most valu- able berries for market and home use, being very large, sweet, and having no hard core. No. 1 plants, 10 for $2.50 HORSERADISH This popular condiment is very easily produced in the home garden and any- one who has compared to freshly dug article with that sold over the counters can appreciate the value of the good, home-grown products so easily pre- pared. Whole Roots, 30c each 10 for $2.75 NUT TREES ’ New Chinese Chestnut Several years ago chestnut blight de- stroyed our native chestnut. Since that time the U. S. Department of Agricul- ture has been searching for a blight re- sistant strain. After many tests it was found that a type of Chinese Chestnut was not only blight resistant but an early bearer of large, good quality nuts. 18-24 inch, $2.00 each ’ English Walnut Trees In 1915, H. J. Champion, the founder of this business planted several small English walnut trees around the house in which he lived. In a relatively short time these came into bearing and today are large shapely trees bearing annual- ly a goodly amount of nuts which are of good size, thin shell, and of unusual- ly good flavor and quality. 18-24 inch $2.50 12-18 inch $1.50 PROPER PLANTING Trees, shrubs and flowers require immediate and careful attention for successful results in planting. They must not be exposed to the wind or sun before planting, and should be culti- vated and watered after planting to assure quick establishment. Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Black Raspberries New Logan. Black, earlier than Cum- ’ perland and picks heavier over a Short season. Resistant to drought and will often produce a crop when other varieties fail. It is also some- what disease resistant. 10, $2.50, 25 $4.50; 50, $7.60; 100, $13.20 ; 250, $28.50; 500, $46.00; 1000, $80.00. RED RASPBERRIES 7 Latham Latham is a tall, vigorous grower, the canes are extra heavy, well able to support the load of fruit. The foliage is healthy, dark green, tough and leath- ery, highly resistant to insects. The berries are beauties and will cause a sensation wherever they are shown. Many are over an inch in diameter and they hold this size to the end of the season. Color dark, rich red. Everbearing Raspberries Indian Summer (Red). Indian Summer seems to be meeting with general favor. The berries are much larger than other so-called everbearing raspberries, roundish, conical, me- dium red, slightly crumbly and of excellent quality. The summer crop ripens very early; the autumn crop from September on to frost. Plants are hardy, vigorous, about medium height, and bear heavy crops. PRICES LATHAM and INDIAN SUMMER 10, $2.85; 25, $5.00; 50, $8.55; 100, $14.85; 250, $32.05; 500, $51.75; 1000, $90.00. Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio HANDLING UPON ARRIVAL Receive your stock without delay and plant just as soon as possible. Plants received in freezing weather should not be opened until they have been put in a cool but frost proof cel- lar and gradually thawed out. The stock will not be injured if gradually thawed out in this way. Stock which seems somewhat dry upon opening should be buried in wet soil for a day or so. This will quickly liven the stems and make them ready for planting. Small bundles: may be placed in tubs of water for the same results. PROPER PLANTING DISTANCES FRUIT TREES Apples, Cherries....... 30 to 40 feet apart Pears, Plums, Peaches, Apricots, Quinces Tete pAsig ae Grapesft. Sas 6 by 6 ft. to 8 by 10 ft. apart Currants, Gooseberries, 4 to 6 ft. to 6 by 8 ft. apart Blackberries, Raspberries, etc. 3 by 6 ft. to 6 by 9 ft. apart Dwarf Fruits Half the above general distance Asparagus........ 1 ft. apart; rows 3-4 ft. Rhubarb sae eee ee ee ait apart AFTER CARE Frequent cultivation after planting will maintain a dust mulch on top of the soil to conserve moisture and con- tinue growth. Hoeing rather shallow gives best results in this respect and keeps beds free from weeds and order- ly in appearance. In dry spells, artificial watering is strongly advised. Don’t sprinkle. Wa- ter thoroughly. If a hose is used, re- move the nozzle and let the water soak into the ground until saturated down to the roots. No further water is need- ed for several days if this is followed. Watering in the evening or in early morning is best. 9 HARDY FLOWERING SHRUBS Abelia Glossy Abelia. This delightful shrub bears a continuous supply of pink and white flowers from early sum- mer until frost. Foliage is very glossy and shrub reaches maturity at about 3 feet. 18 to 24 inch, $3.00 each, 3 for $8.00 Flowering Almond Almond. A very charming, attractive shrub in early spring, being in full bloom before its leaves appear. The flowers are small double and light pink and a mass of these in the right spot certainly will draw many well deserved compliments. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00 Althea Rose of Sharon. Blooms late in August and September, with a profusion of large and brightly colored flowers, much like the tender hibiscus in form. Double rose, double white, double purple, double red, single red and single white. 2 to 4 ft. $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00 Amelanchier canadensis. Commonly known as shadblow or serviceberry. It grows into a bushy tree of thirty feet. It bears maroon- purple fruit or seeds. 2 to 3 ft. $1.75 each, 3 for $4.50 Aralia Pentaphylla. (Five - leafed Aralia). Long, slender, gracefully drooping branches a rich shiny green. Unique among shrubs in that it does not change color. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 Aronia Arbutifolia. A small shrub with white flowers in spring, red berries and highly colored foliage in fall. 18 to 24 inch $1.50, 3 for $4.00 10 Beautyberry Callicarpa Purpurea. Gracefully cury- ing branches, covered in August with thousands of closely set small pink tinted flowers. These are fol- lowed in late September by masses of violet-purple berries which last until mid-winter. 18 to 24 in. $1.30 each, 3 for $3.50 Beautybush Kolkwitzia Amabalis (Beauty Bush). A charming shrub with attractive leaves and_ gracefully arching branches. The beautiful flowers ap- pear in great profusion in June, in pairs which cluster closely in cymes of about twenty-five; bell shaped and somewhat lipped, pale pink with orange veins in the throat. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 Blue Mist Caryopteris. This low growing plant is one of the best of the border plants. It is covered from August till frost with clusters of powdery blue fringed flowers. It attains a height of from 18-24 inches and remains perfectly rounded, making a small mound about two feet in diameter. The foliage is toothed and silvery green in color. It is a gorgeous asset to the flower border or in front of the shrub border. 2 to 3 ft. $1.40 each; 3 for $3.75 Butterfly Bush Buddleia. A sensational group of late summer bloomers, long spike flowers which give a gorgeous show. They may be purchased in white, purple, pink, and red. 2 yr. No. 1, $1.30 each, 3 for $3.50 Chionanthus Virginica. One of the most striking small trees. Its handsome, oblong leaves turn a bright golden yellow in autumn. In June large masses of loose panicles of feathery petaled, snow-white flowers make it an out- standing garden plant. 18 to 24 inch, $2.00 each. Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Cotoneaster Apiculata. Beautiful, neat, low spread- ing hardy aristocratic appearing shrub with graceful arching branch- es. Crisp, shiny green foliage com- plemented through fall and early winter by abundance of attractive red cranberry-like fruits. 12 to 15 inch, $3.25 Cotoneaster Divaricata. A spreading shrub usually growing to a height of about six feet. Leaves small and waxy green. In autumn and partially thru the winter it is covered with bright red fruit. 2 to 3 ft. B&B $3.00 each, 3 for $8.00 Sweet Pepper Bush Clethra Alnifolia. A small shrub very fragrant in August and September. when covered with long snowy wands of creamy white flowers. It is used well in a border close to a house where the fragrance may drift in through the window. 18 to 24 in. $1.30 each, 3 for $3.50 Garland Flower Daphne Cneorum. A hardy dwarf shrub with spreading branches sel- dom growing taller than 10 to 12 inches. The masses of bright pink fragrant flowers appear in May and again at intervals during the sum- mer and fall. Evergreen foliage. 10 to 12 in $3.00 each Calycanthus Floridus (Carolina Allspice). The strong reddish brown shoots are cov- ered with large glossy leaves from the axils of which spring odd double spicy flowers of chocolate red which are quite fragrant. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Deutzia Gracilis. (Slender Deutzia). An excel- lent shrub for border planting and very attractive when covered with its many bead-like buds which open into pure white flowers in June. Two feet. 12 to 15 in. $1.20 each; 3 for $3.25 Deutzia Gracilis Rosea. The favorite pink flowering dwarf deutzia. It matures between four and five feet and has very good foliage. The out side branches have a drooping habit. 2 to 3 feet $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 Lemoinei. (Lemoine’s Deutzia). Me- dium large flowers of pure white borne in cone shaped heads, attains a height of four feet. 18 to 24 in. $1.30 each; 3 for $3.50 Scabra. (Pride of Rochester). Grows more bushily and blooms in May be- fore the others. The ‘lowers are large, free and double white. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00 Dogwood Cornus Elegantissima - variegated leaf dogwood. One of the better shrubs for both summer and winter color. The bare twigs are a shiny red and the leaves are green and white. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00 Cornus Flaviramea. (lutea) Very much hke stolonifera but with bright gol- den yellow stems. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 Cornus Mascula. (Cornelian Cherry). The small button shaped flower ap- pear in early spring before the leaves, and in the fall the oblong searlet fruit 1s very attractive. 3 to 4 ft. $2.25 each Cornus Stolonifera. A red bark shrub with clusters of white flowers. Very colorful in fall and winter, with a very dark bark and white fruit. 2 to 3 ft. $1.40 each; 3 for $3.75 11 Euonymus Euonymus Alatus. A spreading shrub to eight feet. The stems have very prominent ecorky ridges and_ the foliage turns to brilliant red in fall. 18 to 24 inches $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 EUONYMUS ALATUS COMPACTA (Burning Bush). Yellow flowers in May-June, followed by red fruits. In autumn the leaves turn brilliant coppery crimson tinged rose. Has unusual corky bark. ‘Thrives in par- tial shade or full sun. Perfectly hardy, makes a compact bushy plant 4 to 5 feet wide. Not particular as to soil. Very ornamental and attracts attention spring, summer, fall, and winter. 12-18 in. $1.80; 18-24 in. $2.80 Kuonymus Europea. Erect shrub and sometimes a small tree often reach- ing 20 feet. The flowers are yellow but the plant is grown largely for the show of the many pink fruits in the fall. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 Witch-Hazel Virginiana. A native shrub growing 7 to 10 feet high, somewhat slow growing. It has small yellow flow- ers in October. Prefers shade or wet soils. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50; 3 for $4.00 Forsythias Golden Bells Spectabilis. A type very similar to In- termidia, in growth and ? bit, but having a much larger flower and many more blooms on each plant. 2 to 3 ft. $1.30 each; 3 for $3.50 Lynwood gold - Deep golden flowers borne in great profusion. The flow- ers are large, the foliage attractive with upright to drooping growth habits. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50; 3 for $4.00 12 Spring Glory - A spectacular new for- sythia which bears masses of much larger blooms than older varieties. Brilliant large yellow flowers cover the branches. Canes grow erect with gracefully drooping tips. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00 Suspensa. This is the only weeping form of the golden bells. Slender drooping branches strung with yel- low flowers and followed by many shiny dark green leaves. May be used to good advantage on trellis and along the top of rock walls. Can be planted on banks, where it is diffi- cult for other plants to grow. 2 to 3 ft. $1.30 each; 3 for $3.50 Fringe Bushes or Trees Purple Fringe Red leaf. (Rhus Cotin- us) (Smoke Tree). A spreading shrub or small tree covered with large clusters of round leaves, over- hung in summer by mist-like clouds of tiny flowers. These are light la- vender when they first appear and give the impression of smoke from the distance. Foliage red. 2 to 3 ft. $4.00 each Honeysuckle 2 to 3 ft. $1.40 each; 3 for $3.75 Lonicera Bella Albida. A white flower- ing bush honeysuckle reaching about 8 feet when fully grown. Is an excel- lent shrub in shade or in a shrub border. 2 to 3 ft. $1.40 each, 3 for $3.75 Lonicera Fragrantissima. (Winter Honeysuckle). Early pink and white fragrant flowers with its bright green foliage retained all winter if somewhat sheltered. Lonicera Korolkowi. This shrub is very bushy and has attractive bluish leaves. Makes an excellent screen. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each, 3 for 4.00 Lonicera Tatarica Rubra. (Red Tatar- ian Honeysuckle). Light crimson flowers in early summer, with abun- dant red fruits following the flowers. Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio HONEYSUCKLE — (Continued) Lonicera Zabelli. A new honeysuckle to the gardener. Leaves are glabrous and the flowers are much redder than any of the other varieties which we have to offer. This variety is a good grower and is well used in bor- der or group planting. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora. (Hills of snow). In a mass planting the large bunches of flowers resemble a bank of snow, and are in bloom from July to September. (By cutting back to the crown each year they may be kept round and dense. 18 to 24 in. $1.30 each; 3 for $3.50 Paniculata Grandiflora. (Pee-Gee Hy- drangea). Fine for tall hedges or may be pruned to compact round clumps. Very attractive when ladden with their massive blooms which are first snow white and then pink, finally becoming reddish bronze. 2 to 3 ft. $1.20 each; 3 for $3.25 Paniculata Grandiflora, Tree Type. Same as above but on stem about 3 to 4 feet forming a bushy head with its giant showy blooms. 3 to 4 ft. $2.50 each Blue Hydrangea Nikko. The only hardy Blue Hydran- gea which we have seen. It has with- stood the last twenty winters here at our nursery and during that time we recorded a temperature of 22 de- grees below zero. Its flowers stay bright and fresh for a long time af- ter blooming. The plants develop into broad clumps bearing in August a profusion of intense blue flowers. These showy plants attract attention and admiration wherever used. 3 yr. heavy clumps $2.00, 3 for $5.50 Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Hypericum Aureum. Large brilliant double golden yellow flowers in spring on a dwarf shrub. Foliage dark green. 2 yr. No. 1, $1.50 Hidecote (gold flower). A much im- proved hypericum which originated on the Hidecote estate in England. The flowers are waxy-yellow and are produced freely from early summer until frost. The foliage is by far the best of all of the Hypericums which we grow. 15-18 in. $1.20 each; 3 for $3.25 Ilex Verticellata. Commonly called Black Alder or Winterberry this plant usually reaches a height of 8 to 10 feet. It is grown mostly for the great abundance of the attrac- tive red fruit which it produces and which stays on the plants until mid- winter. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 Kerria Japonica. Also known as Japa- nese Rose. The branches as well as the leaves are bright green and the clear golden yellow flowers are very showy. 18 to 24 inches $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 LILACS Syringa Persica. (Persian Lilac). Me- dium growing with slender branches topped with a purple spiked flower. 2 to 3 ft. $1.40 each Syringa Vulgaris. (Common Purple Lilac). The old fashioned but still beautiful light purple lilac, very fra- grant and prolific bloomer. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each French Hybrid Lilacs 2 to 3 ft. $2.75 each Chas. Joly. Beautiful large double red flowering lilac. Ellen Wilmot. A large glorious double flower of pure white. 13 FRENCH HYBRIDS — (Continued) Leon Gambetti. Double, lilac rose to purplish lilac; both the individual flowers and the trusses are very large. An outstanding variety. Ludwig Spathe. Darkest of the reds, a deep purplish red shade. Pres. Grevy. A compact flower of deep blue. Double. Pres. Poincaire. An extra large flower of deep bluish purple, which does not fade when coming into full bloom. Double. Jon Horstenstein. It produces large spikes of clear lavender flowers which have a fragrance all their own. Lindera Benzoin Spice Bush. The foliage of this bush is of a very spicy fragrance. It is covered with small, creamy-white flowers and very hardy in this area. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 Potentillas Potentilla Gold Drop. A really choice shrub for foreground planting. When fully grown the bushes are symmetrical and about 21% feet tall. The plants are dense with deeply cut leaves and bright golden yellow flowers blooming from June until October. They are very hardy. 12 to 18 inches 1.50 each, 3 for 4.00 Potentilla Katherine Dykes. A grace- ful, small, 3 foot high shrub. Up- right in growth but very compact. The flowers are bright yellow and it blooms from June until November. The foliage is dense and fern like. 12 to 18 inches $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 Flowering Quince Cydonia Japonica. Scarlet flowers early in the spring followed by small quince shaped fruit that is quite fra- grant. The foliage is shiny and the growth is dense, making it desirable as a planting specimen. 18 to 24 in. $1.40 each; 3 for $3.75 14 Rhodotypos Rhodotypos Kerriodes. (Jet Bead). of- ten called white Kerria. <A _ well rounded shrub covered with light green leaves and large single white flowers in May. Shiny black seeds in elusters follow the flowers and re- main on the plant all winter. 2 to 3 ft. $1.60 each, 3 for $4.25 Mock Orange Philadelphus Coronarius. (Old Fash- ioned Mock Orange). blooms in very graceful sprays in May. Flowers white and slightly scented. May be used for tall screens. 2 to 3 ft. $1.40 each; 3 for $3.75 Philadelphus Virginalis. (New Virginal Mock Orange). A magnificent new variety with good fohage and a com- pact habit of growth. The flowers are double, semi-double, and single, the flowers being of the largest, most beautiful and sweetest scented of all the mock oranges. It blooms the earliest and also the longest. It is without question the leader of the mock oranges. 2 to 3 ft. $1.40 each; 3 for $3.75 Rosa Hugonis Father Hugo Rose. A mound of gold early in May with their bright yel- low blossoms that bloom ahead of other Roses, thus making them more attractive. It is truly a lovely ad- dition to the garden. May be planted as a shrub border, hedge or as speci- mans. 3 to 4 ft. $2.50 Golden Syringa Golden Mock Orange. Very valuable to use in contrast with green foliage shrubs. Its foliage is small, refined, and a very brilliant yellow. The white flowers are very sweetly scented. | 15 to 18 in. $1.90 each; 3 for $5.25 Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Alpine Currant Ribes Alpinum. Commonly ealled al- pine currant. A dense shrub reaching 4 to 5 feet in height. It makes an excellent hedge in the shade. 15 to 18 inches $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 Viburnum 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00 Viburnum Americanum. (American Cranberry). Covered with many bright red berries which hang on through the winter. Broad flower clusters with usually only the outer - fringe fully open. Viburnum Burkwoodi. This is really an improved earlesi. The flowers are waxy bluish white and have a very good fragrance. The plant is about 6 feet high and spreads from 5 to 6 feet. The foliage is waxy green in summer changing to a brilliant red in fall. 18 to 24 inches $3.50 each, 3 for $9.50 Viburnum Carlesi. The waxy white fragrant flowers appear in early spring. This snowball is a_ great favorite. Very hardy, easily grown and will do well in partial shade. 12 to 18 inches $3.00 each, 3 for $8.00 Viburnum Dilitatum. Known as linden viburnum it is an excellent shrub either in the mixed border or as an individual specimen. It matures be- tween 10 and 12 feet and has ex- cellent folage and is a_ beautiful sight in autumn with the great mass- es of bright red berries which hang on the plant well. V. Dentatum. (Arrow Wood). May and June flowers are creamy white. The fruits are bluish black and appear in autumn. Viburnum Lantana. This excellent shrub often reaches 15 feet. It has a thick leathery looking leaf and is covered with bluish black fruit. It is well used in borders, individually and also makes a good hedge. Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio V. Lentago. (Nannyberry). Flowers of pure white in great clusters through May and June, with large bluish black fruit. V. Opulus. (European Cranberry). Beautiful dense brilliant green foli- age, with large bunches of crimson berries all winter. The flowers are dense clusters about four inches across and pure white. Viburnum Opulus Nanum. A dwarf stubby plant never over 2 feet tall. It can be well used in hedges and edgings in heavy wet ground. It is very hardy and does well in lght shade. Requires very little care. 10 to 12 inches 1.50 each, 3 for 4.00 V. Sterilis. (Snowball). The old fash- ioned snowball that is in full bloom Decoration Day. Its large dazzling ereamy white blooms, that when planted alone or in a mass give a wonderful show. Viburnum Tomentosum. One of our better large shrubs, upright but very bushy with good green foliage which turns to a brilliant red in the fall. Spirea Anthony Waterer. Dwarf plant with beautiful dark green foliage, well rounded shrub, with large brilliant rosy crimson flowers which last over a long season, but is at its best in midsummer. 12 to 18 in. $1.30 each; 3 for $3.50 Van Houttei. The old favorite white spirea. Quite common but yet one of the best of shrubs. A good grow- er with good foliage and masses of large white flowers. A perfect foun- tain of pure white blooms in May and June. 2 to 3 ft. 80c each; 10 for $6.00 15 Weigelia Eva Rathke. The most distinct variety blooming later in July and most showy with its abundance of deep earmine flowers. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00 Hendersoni. A good rank grower and is well used as a screen plant and it often attains a height of twelve feet. A good bloomer being covered with beautiful pink flowers. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00 Nana Variegated. (Dwarf Variegated Weigelia). Leaves margined and streaked creamy white. A fine shrub for contrast or foreground planting. It bears many pink flowers in June. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00 Weigelia Florida Atrapurpurea. The new red leaved weigelia is a dwarf shrub very compact and is outstand- ing with great masses of reddish pink flowers. 18 to 24 inches $2.00 each, 3 for $5.00 Vaniceki. Vigorous growing red Weig- elia similar in flower and foliage to Eva Rathke. One of the finest red Weigelias. Blooms heavily in the spring, and again there is a fine showing of bloom in late summer and autumn. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50; 3 for $4.00 Russian Olive Eleagnus Angustifolia. Attractive sil- ver gray leaves, white berries. Used frequently for hedges and wind- breaks. Very hardy. 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00 Tamarix Tamarix Summer-Glow. The newest, and by far the best variety. Great profusion of wine-red flowers pro- duced all summer. Lacy, silvery-blue evergreen-like foliage, grows ten feet tall but can be easily pruned lower. Thrives in sun or part shade, in even the driest soils. 2 to 3 ft. $1.40 each; 3 for $3.75 16 HEDGE PLANTS Artic Willow Salix Purpurea Nana. <A new dwarf plant that will most likely become one of the leaders in this field. A blue leaf, low growing willow, suited for hedges and borders. Very hardy. 12 to 18 in. 50c ea., 20 or more 35c ea. Barberries Berberis Atropurpurea, (Red Leaf Bar- berry). A brilliant accent shrub as a solitary specimen or in a close eroup among duller foliage. This varitey starts in its spring foliage a warm bronzy red brillianey, the heat of summer bringing out a red brilli- ancy, with autumn adding other tints to its richness. The abundant scarlet berries persist throughout the winter. A sunny exposure is re- quired for the best color effect. 12 to 15 in. 70c each, 10 for $6.00 Berberis Thunbergi. (Japan Barberry) The ideal low hedge plant, hardy, tough and of compact growth, adapt- ed to shearing. The leaves are a beau- tiful green in the summer turning to a reddish bronze in autumn and be- ing covered with shiny red berries all winter. It is customary to plant about 12 to 15 inches apart for a thick hedge, but 2 feet is close enough where individual expression is desired. 12 to 15 in. 50c ea., 20 or more 45c ea. Berberris Mentorensis. Mentor bar- berry is drought resistant and the shiny green leaves remain green un- til about Jan. 1. It may well be used individually or in a hedge. 15 to 18 inches $1.00 each, 10 for $9.00, 100 for $80.00 Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Privets Ligustrum Amurense. (Amur River Privet). A hardy northern group type, upright and tall growing, the leaves a good dark green and makes an ideal hedge. 18 to 24 in 48c ea., 20 or more 38c ea. 100 for $28.00 Ligustrum Ibolium. (Ibolium Privet). The ideal hedge plant, with the beauty of California Privet and the hardiness of Ibota Privet. Its semi- evergreen foliage makes it an attrac- tive all-around hedge plant. 18 to 24 in. 38c ea., 20 or more 33c ea. 100 for $26.00 Ligustrum Ovalifolium (California Pri- vet. Quick growing, dense, straight well clothed shoots. A dark shiny green, most used where hardy. 18 to 24 in. 38c ea., 20 or more 33c ea. 100 for $26.00 Ligustrum Regalianum. (Regal’s Pri- vet). Strong very hardy type with dark shiny leaves. The branches are stiff and horizontally spreading gracefully, drooping at the ends. 12 to 18 in. 90c each SHADE TREES Prices on shade trees are at the nursery. If you wish trees packed and shipped, please add $1.00 per tree to cover extra labor and material involved. Birch Betula Alba Lacinata. (Cut Leaf Weep- ing Birch). The bark is similar to the white birch in color. The tree is tall and slender, but a vigorous grower with graceful and weeping habit, together with the cut leaf foliage presents such beauty as has never been seen before in a single tree. Wonderful lawn specimen often planted in a row to edge the drive. 5 to 6 ft. $7.00 each 6 to 8 ft. $8.00 each White Birch, three or more stems. A very attractive item. It is grown with three or more stems instead of the usual single trunk. 4 to 5 ft. clump birch $7.00 each Elms Ulmus Pumila. (Chinese Elm). A type especially adapted to dry locations but does well under any normal con- ditions. In this section we consider it a partial dwarf and it developes into a small compact tree. 6 to 8 ft. $5.00 each Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Moline Elm. A tall spreading tree with dark green foliage. It has the true elm shape. One of the cleanest trees we know of either for the yard or the tree lawn. 6 to 8 feet $6.00 each Moraine Locust. (Fast growing seed- less shade tree). Similar in form to the American elm. The finely cut foliage provides good shade, yet al- lows enough sunlight to filter thru to promote healthy lawn growth. 6 to 7 ft. $9.00 each Sunburst Locust. Bright golden foliage on 8 to 10 inches of branch tips con- trast with the rich green of the bal- ance of the tree. Sunburst has been planted from coast to coast and erows well in most any location. 6 to 8 feet branched trees $10.00 each Maples Acer Dasycarpum. (Silver or Soft Maple). A hardy rapid growth and large size is valuable for quick shade. Its leaves are good sized light green above and silvery beneath, turning to a light red and bronze in 17 Shade Trees (Con’'t) autumn. It produces shade quicker than any other variety. 6 to 8 ft. $4.00 each 8 to 10 ft. $5.00 each Acer Saccharum. (Sugar Maple). A native and one of our best shade trees. Rather slow growing but one is well repaid for waiting as it de- velopes into a large spreading tree which colors beautifully in the fall. 6 to 8 ft., $8.00 Acer Platanoides. (Norway Maple). Deep green foliage, and strong bran- ches, which resist storms and require no trimming. Natural globe shape head. Attains a height of 60 feet. 6 to 8 ft., $8.00 Acer Schwedleri. (Schwedler Maple). This is a beautiful tree in all seasons. In the spring, the foliage is a reddish purple, followed by a bronzy green color in the summer. It is very at- tractive in the fall when its foliage is a golden yellow. It is reeommended for specimen planting in lawns. Sym- metrical in growth. Not a fast grow- ing tree. 6 to 8 ft., $8.00 Crimson King. (Plant Pat. 735). (Acer Platanoides Schwedleri nigra). This is a beautiful form of the Schwedleri maple. It is a brilliant crimson and retains its color all through the sum- mer months. One of the most out- standing ornamental shade trees ever produced. 6 to 8 ft., $9.00 5-7 ft. Whips $5.00 Poplar Bolleana Poplar. Will grow quickly to a tall spire. Its leaves are glossy green, silvery beneath, creating a pleasing effect when stirred by the breezes. 6 to 8 ft. $2.50; 3 for $6.75 Mountain Ash Sorbus Aucuparia. (European Moun- tain Ash). A large ornamental tree with compound ornamental leaves; white flowers in spring and clusters of bright orange red berries in the fall. Grows to a large size. Very attractive. 6 to 8 ft., $8.00 Weeping Willow Salix Babylonica. (Spring only) (Weep- ing Willow). Tall, upright, massive in form, with its long slender branches growing straight down- ward. Weeping Willow is always attractive. It is especially so in summer when the pendulous branch- es sway gently in the breeze, and the long, slender lustrous green leaves show a bright silver reflex. Willows grow rapidly, will thrive in wet places and like to be near water, but do not mind being planted else- where, as they grow heartily in al- most any location. 6 to 8 ft., $5.00 Plane Tree Platanus Orientalis. (Sycamore). Often called oriental plane tree. Usually used along streets and new allot- ments where quick shade is required. A lofty wide spreading tree with deeply lobed leaves. The bark is grayish green in the summer, but it sheds its bark in spots, giving it a mottled appearance as the spots of its trunk that are revealed are a ereamy white. 6 to 8 ft., $8.00 PROPER PLANTING DISTANCES SHADE TREES Large trees, such as Elm, Ash, ete. 30 to 50 ft. Medium trees, such as Lin- den, Birch, ete. 25 to 40 ft. MULCHING Grass clippings, straw manure, or marsh hay will serve instead of a dust mulch to conserve moisture and keep down weeds where cultivation cannot be given. 18 WATERING Water thoroughly rather than sprin- kle lightly. Give the soil all the water it will take at one time. No more need be applied for several days as a rule when this is done. Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Flowering Cherry Kwanzan Flowering Cherry. We have seen the spectacular Flowering Cher- ries in Washington, yet this one superb variety is always the most impressive. Trees bloom a year or two after transplanting. Grow 20-30 ft. tall. Double, bright rose-pink flowers completely clothe the bran- ches in early spring. 3 to 4 ft., $5.00 Weeping Flowering Cherry Weeping heads grafted on straight trunks about 6 feet tall. Flowers are small, single and pale pink. 5 to 6 ft., $8.00 Flowering Crabs alus BEleyi. (Red Flowering Crab). The young shoots are fuzzy and cov- ered with red foliage resembling the Japanese maple. The flowers are rich red in color and appear in clus- ters much like apple blossoms, fol- lowed in the fall by red fruits in large clusters which are very attrac- tive. 3 to 4 ft., $3.00 each Malus Hopa. (Hopa Crab). A very attractive variety of strong upright growth. It bears a profusion of very large double flowers of an unfolding rose-red. The fruits are large, edible with distinctive red flesh. 3 to 4 ft., $3.00 each Malus Ioensis Plena. (Bechtel’s Crab). The only perfect double flowered crab. Its many delicate pink blooms appearing like small pink roses of delightful fragrance. A very popular tree and much desired for the home erounds. 3 to 4 ft., $3.00 each Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Flowering Trees Flowering Plum Prunus Triloba. The flowering plum blooms in May, before the leaves come out. The delightful double, bright pink flowers on every twig so thick that no wood is visible. A gorgeous sight in spring. 3 to 4 ft., $3.00 each Flowering Dogwood Cornus Florida. (White Flowering Dogwood). The flowers are three to four inches across and appear in ereat profusion in spring before the leaves are out. The foliage is gray- ish green and is very handsome and in the autumn turns to a rich ecrim- son hue. 3 to 4 ft., $4.00 each Cornus Florida Rubra, (Red Flowering Dogwood). <A slow grower making small compact growth covered with large red flowers in early spring. And like the Florida its leaves turn erimson red in autumn. 2 to 3 ft., $5.00 Cornus Kousa. (Chinese Dogwood). The flower heads are extremely large, frequently 5 to 6 inches across, the white bracts overlapping the button-like mass of real flowers. It is one of the finest Chinese plants introduced to America. It flowers in June and they remain in good condition for nearly a month. The fruits are large like strawberries, and enjoyed by the birds. Its foliage turns scarlet in autumn. 3 to 4 ft. $4.00 Flowering Hawthorns Paul’s Scarlet. Deep crimson-scarlet very double. This is one of the most attractive small trees for specimen planting. 3 to 4 ft., $4.00 4 to 5 ft., $5.00 19 Flowering Trees (Con't) HAWTHORN — (Continued) Crataegus Cordata. This is the old favorite Washington Thorn. It is an upright growing shrub to twenty feet. It is often used as a hedge. It is thick with beautiful green foliage which turns to a searlet red in the fall. 3 to 4 feet B&B $6.00 each, 3 for $16.50 Laburnum Vossi. Goldenchain tree. A small or- namental with drooping racemes of yellow flowers in spring. Grows 15 to 20 feet high. 5 to 6 ft., $7.00 Red Leaf Plum Prunus Cistena. A small tree which has small pinkish white flowers, but be- ing used largely for its bright red leaves. 3 to 4 ft., $2.50 Prunus Newport. Similar to the above variety, but grows a little larger and the color of the leaves is a trifle darker and may be used where a little larger tree is desired. 3 to 4 ft., $2.50 4 to 5 ft., $3.00 Prunus Thundercloud. The dark red foliage is this trees greatest attrac- tion. Most red leaved trees lose much of their color during the summer but this is one of the few that re- tains its full color until the leaves drop in fall. 3 to 4 ft. $2.75, 4 to 5 feet $3.50 Magnolia Magnolia Soulangeana. Saucer Mag- nolia). One of the hardiest and finest of all the magnolias. Its blooms are from three to five inches across, cup shaped, white and rosy violet, open- ing before its leaves, which are massive and glossy green. 2 to 3 ft., $6.00 each B&B Magnolia Nigra. It is generally known as the purple hly Magnolia. It grows to a height of about 8 feet. The large flowers are blood red and is the darkest of all the magnolias. 2 to 3 feet, $6.00 each B&B 20 Magnolia Stellata. The earliest bloom- ing of all magnolias. The flowers are white and shaped like a star, hence the common name Star Mag- nolia. 18 to 24 inches $6.00, 2 to 3 feet $7.50 Flowering Peach Amygdalus Persica. (Double Red Flow- ering Peach). A beautiful red flow- ering small tree which is indeed one of the showiest when it breaks into full bloom in the early spring. Its flowers are large and double. 3 to 4 ft., $2.50 each Red Bud Cercis Canadensis. (Red Bud or Judas Tree). A small tree of irregular form with attractive heart-shaped leaves. When the great quantities of small rose-colored blooms appear before the leaves, it gives one the impres- sion of a cloud of pink smoke from the distance. 3 to 4 ft., $4.00 VINES AND GROUND COVERS Boston Ivy Ampelopsis Veitchi. This is one of the finest hardy climbers that we have that will cling to walls and probably the most popular. The color is bright green in summer changing to the brightest crimson and yellow in the autumn. 2 yr. No. 1, $1.35 each Clematis Jackmani. A very deep purple large flowered variety. 2 yr. No. 1 plants, $1.60 each Mad. Andre. The best crimson red we have seen, of the large flowered va- rieties. 2 yr. No. 1 plants, $1.60 each Ramona. A very large deep blue flower. 2 yr. No. 1 plants, $1.60 each Henryi. Large flower, pure white. 2 yr. No. 1 plants, $1.60 each Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Vines and Ground Covers English Ivy Hedera Helix. (Hardy Strain). A love- ly evergreen as well as a ground cover. Does well in dense shade. Pot plants .50 each Rooted Cuttings 25c each, $15.00 per 100 Honeysuckle Lonicera Halliana. Hall’s Honeysuckle. A very dense vine used either as a ground cover or on a wall. It has creamy white flowers. 2 yr. No. 1 plants 70c each; 10 for $5.00 Lonicera Heckrotti. An exquisite new variety. Immense showy clusters of trumpet-shaped buds with fragrant flowers measuring up to 2 inches across. Outside petals brilliant flame- pink, inside a creamy golden yellow. Dark glossy foliage. Can be sheared to form a hedge or shrub or allowed to grow naturally as a vine. Blooms freely from early spring until heavy frost. 2 yr. No. 1 plants, $1.30 each Silver Lace Vine Polygonum Auberti. A very rapid evrowing vine averaging 25 feet in a single season, producing a great pro- (Con't) fusion of silvery sprays from late summer into fall. The leaves are small and bright. 2 yr. No. 1 plants, $1.20 ea.; 3 for $3.35 Pachysandra Terminalis. (Japanese Spurge). A per- fect plant for shady areas where grass will not grow. Beautiful waxy green foliage that stays green all winter. Plants spread rapidly. Plant one to two feet apart. 10 for $2.00; 100 for $17.00 Hardy Myrtle Vinca Minor. (Hardy Myrtle). A trail- ing evergreen plant, used for cover- ing the ground under trees and on banks where it is very difficult to get grass to grow. In early summer there are many blue flowers. 10 for $2.00; 100 for $17.00 Wisteria Wisteria Magnifica. Noblest and oldest of the vines. Often attains a great age with large woody trunk. The long flowers which are lilac blue with faint yellow spots, hang in large racemes. 2 yr. No. 1 plants, $1.80 each BROADLEAF EVERGREENS Chinese Azalea Azalea Mollis. A small bushy plant covered in spring with large bright pink or yellow flowers. Very desir- able for cemetery planting as it is usually in bloom over Memorial Day. 12 to 15 inch, $3.00 each Azalea Kaempferi. (Torch Azalea). One of the most popular and color- ful. Known among growers as vigor- ous and free blooming. 12 to 15 inch, $3.50 each Azalea Gable Hybrids. (Assorted Col- ors). Large flowers in most colors with almost evergreen foliage. Very outstanding. 12 to 15 inch, $3.50 each Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Euonymus Coloratus. (Purple Leaf Creeping Eu- onymus). A purple leaf form of E. Radicans. This plant carries a rich green color throughout the summer and in the autumn turns to a pur- plish-red color which remains with it until spring. A wonderful plant for mass planting on banks and on stonework. 12 to 18 inch, $1.30 each Patens. .(Sieboldi). A spreading ever- green shrub with bright green foli- age which carries the rich green color throughout the year. Best used in group planting and is an ideal plant for border work. 12 to 18 inch, $1.60 each 21 Broadleat (Con 't) Vegetus. (Big Leaf Wintercreeper). Bushy with round dull green leaves. This plant is a sight in winter when it is covered with its bright scarlet fruit. 12-15 in. $2.00 ea., 15-18 in. $2.50 ea. Japanese Pieris Pieris Japonica. This plant creates at- tention wherever used. The glossy green leaves appear crowded at the ends of the branches. The graceful clusters of creamy white flowers ap- pear in April and are very fragrant. 12-15 in B&B $4.00 each Holly Ilex Crenata Bullata. (Convexleaf Jap- anese Holly). The glossy small con- vex leaves are so numerous that the twigs are invisable. As an accent plant it is unexcelled and planted in gsroup plantings it blends well. It is semi-formal. It is also beautiful as a dwarf hedge. | 12 to 15 in. B&B $4.00 each Ilex Crenata Rotundifolia. Similar to the above with more round leaves, thicker and more compact. 15 to 18 in. B&B, $4.50 Ilex Glabra. (Inkberry). Loose spread- ing shrub maturing at 344 ft. The shining dark green leaves and small dark berries make it outstanding. Is excellent in shady spots. 15 to 18 in. B&B, $4.50 Mahonia Mahonia aquifolium - Oregon Holly grape. Has shiny, large spiny, holly like leaves, which turn a bronzy red in the fall. In spring the clusters of yellow flowers are very attractive. The flowers are followed by blue fruit in June and July. It does very well in light shade as well as full sun. 18-24’’ B&B $4.50 each; 3 for $12.50 Pyracantha Firethorn. A most remarkable berried shrub that retains its foliage all win- ter. The attractive long trusses of pure white flowers are only a pre- lude to the big show. An abundance of brilliant orange-scarlet berries follow the bloom and the bush be- comes a mound of flame with the effect lasting well into the winter. Blooms in May. 15 to 18 inch $2.20 each Rhododendron Rhododendron Hybrids. Long the favo- rite of the old fashioned garden. They do require an acid soil, and a constant supply of moisture is helpful. They are without doubt the most outstanding of all flowering shrubs. 12 to 15 inch $5.00 15 to 18 inch $6.50 18 to 24 inch $7.50 Arborvitaes 18-24 in. $3.00, 2-3 ft. $4.50, 3-4 ft. $6.00 Thuja Occidentalis Nigra. (Dark green American Arborvitae). Upright, broad based dark green foliage, dense from ground up. Thuja Occidentalis Elegantissima. <A type very similar to the American Arborvitae, but a more compact tree 22 EVERGREENS of much darker green color with bright yellow tips on the leaves. This coloring from a distance gives a light yellow east. Thuja Pyramidalis. (Pyramidal Arbor- vitae). A very dense columnar type, with dark green foliage, probably the most compact and erect Arbor- vitae. Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Evergreens — (Continued) Globes Thuja Compacta. Dwarf dense little trees which do not require trimming and still retain their round globe shape. Balled and burlapped. Soil intact. 12-15 in $2.50; 15-18 in. $3.00 Junipers Juniper Glauca Hetzi. A _ spreading type similar to Pfitzer, but more rapid in growth; decidedly blue, stands shearing well, and is a dense crower. 12-15 in. B&B $3.25 each Juniper Pfitzer. Exceptionally beau- tiful, graceful and hardy. No won- der it is the most popular of all dwarf evergreens. Handsome, feath- ery, gray-green foliage covers arch- ing, spreading branches as it devel- epes a broad, picturesque form. Resis- tant to city dust and smoke. Matur- ity spread 4 ft. 15-18 in. $4.50; 18-24 in $5.00 each Yew Taxus Cuspidata. A compact, spread- ing variety; dark green foliage; scarlet berries in autumn. Can be trimmed or will grow to 6 ft. 15-18 in. $5.50 each Taxus Hicksi. Beautiful, dense, col- umnar form; bright red berries in the fall. Does well under any eir- cumstances. Used in place of the favorite pyramidal Arborvitae. 18-24 in. $6.00 each Taxus Intermedia. One of the best of the spreading yews with heavy dark green foliage. 15-18 in. $5.50 each Roses FLORIBUNDAS Floradora. Constantly in bloom and an entirely new shade in Roses—a bril- lant geranium or cinnabar-red, as arresting under artificial light as in the garden. Floradora blooms are always the eye-catchers. 21% to 3 ft. Highly rated by the American Rose Society, with a rating of 8.2 out of 10. 2 yr. No. 1 $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio Improved LaFayette. Sturdy, upright plants grow 214 to 8 feet tall. Glow- ing red blooms, deeply suffused a vivid crimson. The open flowers are of very pleasing, informal shape; slightly fragrant. Fine bedding and hedge rose; free flowering all sum- mer and fall. 2 year No. 1, $1.50 ea., 3 for $4.00 Climbing Roses Blaze. Hardy everblooming rose which inherits the blazing color of Paul’s Searlet Climber and the everbloom- ing habit of Gruss an Teplitz, thus combining the most attractive fea- tures of both its parents. A vigorous climbing variety that will grow to a considerable height. $1.25 each; 3 for $3.25 New Dawn. Everblooming Dr. Van Fleet. A lovely soft pink. Blooms throughout the summer and fall. 2 year No. 1, $1.25 each; 3 for $3.25 PEONIES Divisions $1.00 each; Clumps $3.00 Couronne D’or. Large white blossoms with crimson blotches. Edulis Superba. Very early old rose pink Festiva Maxima. Pure white, flecked with crimson. Felix Crousse. Mid-season brilliant ruby red. Fragrance. Very outstanding, being an off shade of red. Marchioness of Lansdowne. white shaded pink. Mons Jules Elie. A glossy lilac shad- ing a deeper pink at the base. The entire flower is overlaid with silver cast. President Taft. Delicate pink, com- pletely enveloped in a halo of white. A very profuse bloomer. Sarah Bernhardt. A late bloomer, flat, compact rose type, rose pink with silvery tip. A bright apple blossom pink. Large 23 PROPER PLANTING DISTANCES FRUIT TREES Apples, Cherries...... 30 to 40 feet apart Pears, Plums, Peaches, Apricots, QUINCCSFE Ai eee a eee 1DBtO S40 aL. GTrapesw. aes 6 by 6 ft. tos8 by 10 ft, apart Currants, Gooseberries, 4 by 6 ft. to 6 by 8 ft. apart Blackberries, Raspberries, etc. 3 by 6 ft. to 6 by 9 ft. apart Dwarf Fruits Half the above general distance ASparabusee eae 1 ft. apart; rows 3-4 ft. Rhubarp aera tele, DELimapare ‘Peggy PSF ar i eee agg PRD RPE ee Oar SO TE I CI 1 ig PRUNING BEFORE PLANTING Pruning stock at the time it is trans- planted assures more rapid recovery, pro- viding less heavy top to be supported by the roots which themselves are burdened with the task of re-establishing tiny feed- ing rootlets. Use a sharp knife or shears. PER OR Sr pe carer Pe RE Te RAI RT Pe a a EL I TR a OE, Trees. Remove about one-third of the top from average heavy tops, by clipping branch ends and removing small branches and interfering limbs. Cut off frayed or bruised roots just above the point affected. Leave one branch or stem to develop into a leader. RK Heeling-in Stock Temporarily Dig a trench sufficiently deep and wide to receive roots and at least a third of the top without crowding or breaking roots. Lean the stock bundles or trees at an angle, to save extra digging. Fine soil should be used so that the roots can be packed well to prevent air-pockets and drying out. Water when the ground is dry and heap the soil well about the stems of the stock. If trees or shrubs ere to be heeled-in over winter, they should be well covered and all packing material re- moved to prevent mice from nesting and damaging stock. JUMBO BEARING AGE GRAPE VINES $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00 You may refer to the list of grape va- rieties in our catalog and make your own selections of varieties. 24 WOR ne I, An ESR ach REE OS LEE ET ASS SN IT SINS IE IRS I I BN IE AH PREPARATION OF THE GROUND Spade and plow thoroughly and deeply, raking or harrowing the soil fine and lev- eling off to facilitate planting. Dig holes generously wide and deep to receive root system without crowding or cramping roots. Loosen the soil in the bottom of the hole so that the roots may grow “in” readily. Poor soil may be benefitted by spading manure in sometime in advance of planting. fase earn aa Sr Rig Rg POT TR NN eRe IO A REMITTANCE All orders should be accompanied with remittance by Post Office money order, Express money order or personal check. We can not accept C.O.D. orders unless they are accompanied by 25% of the total amount of the order. Due to our heavy overhead expense we can not accept orders less than $2.50. ar a Seay a a ef EY LI ETD RECEIVING STOCK IN COLD WEATHER In event it should turn cold after your stock has been shipped to you and there is a possibility that there is frost in the box in which the stock is ship- ped, put the box in a place where the temperature is above freezing—a cel- lar or a frost-proof building, and do not disturb for 5 to 7 days, at which time stock can be removed from the box in first-class condition Under no circumstances should you open a box when you think there is frost in it, it will kill it. [But if allowed to thaw out in the box, the stock will not be injured. [Be sure and follow this prac- tice. gy SS I NS ET Ie SE LY SP ESS ST ET PRUNING FRUIT TREES Cut off frayed or bruised roots just above the point affected. Fruit trees in branched sizes should be pruned so that three to five branches well placed around the main trunk shall remain. These should be pruned back so that they are 4 to 8 inches in length. Whips should be pruned to 30” from the ground or less. Champion Nurseries, Perry, Ohio eee Be on oRAK e oath pense ‘ eee , ie (eV aaa aT 4% felele TOWNLINE wo ra - é ‘ Ok ‘ i r (2 enroewemnomaeneat © f a : s ; 8 F xe « ° ° . 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