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The Lorabardy Poplar ( P. nipra var. jLtaliea) is too well known to need a 

 detailed description. Its peculiar pyramidal style of growth has undeniable 

 charm when well used in roadside and other plantings but the tree has so many 

 bad family characteristics that it is questioneble if its use is advantageous 

 on the streets. It eeems probable that it would do better in private plantings 

 where it could receive the constant attention which is necessary for its well 

 being. 



The Flowering Plum and the Catalina Ch er ri es . 



The Catalina Cherries ( Prunus ilici folia and Prunus in tegre folia) are 

 quite different as to the style of growth and the shape of the leaf. Otherwise 

 they are quite similar; so similar that there is doubt in many minds that they 

 are distinct species. 



They are native plnnts with shining evergreen leaves, producing a foliage 

 often used for decorative purposes. The blossoms are inconspicuous, of a 

 greenish white color, and are followed by small fruits of a dull purplish red 

 color. Some seasons these are very abundant and other seasons seem scarce. In 

 times of great abundance they are somewhat of a nuisance underfoot. The 

 Catalina Cherry ( Prunus i n t e/r r i folia ) is themore vigorous form with large leaves 

 and somewhnt mora rapid growth. (Note Fig. ) 



Mature specimens have a good form somewhat pyramidal and attain a moderate 

 size. The shade is of such a density that the trees should not be planted too 

 closely together. 



. ilicifolia is often called "California Holly." 



Prunus Pissardii is sometimes found on the parkings, Tii.s is a small tree 

 of considerable beauty at flowering time with its myriads of pinkish white flowers, 

 reddish twigs and budding reddish leaves. Unfortunately, however, the mature 

 foliage retains its purple color and hence is not suited for so conspicuous a 

 planting. The tree is not of great longevity and hence cannot be considered 

 permanent and if the leaves were of a green color, it might find considerable 



