Trees and Shrubs 



Propagate by seeds planted one inch deep as soon as ripe; 

 transplant them when one year old, into nursery rows, and again 

 transplant them at least every two years until they are large 

 enough to be planted in their permanent quarters. 



RHAMNUS (Buckthorn Wild Co fee). 



This handsome evergreen or deciduous shrub is one of 

 those most suitable for being planted in the portion of the 

 grounds farthest distant from the water hydrant as it requires 

 little attention after the first year. It grows in any soil, forms 

 a dense mass of foliage, and, for planting as a shelter belt or 

 screen, is equaled by few shrubs. 



For general planting purposes, JRhamnus Californicus, our 

 native wild coffee, will be found one of the most satisfactory. 



Propagate by seeds planted either in the open border or 

 wherever the shrub is desired, covering the seeds to the depth of 

 half an inch. 



RHODODENDRON. 



The Rhododendron is justly 

 classed among the noblest of 

 shrubs, its laurel-like foliage, its 

 massive habit and gorgeous 

 trusses of flowers making it, 

 when well grown, one of our fa- 

 vorite evergreens. 



The Rhododendron prefers 

 a shady situation and a moist at- 

 mosphere; it also likes a light 

 sandy soil and plenty of water 

 at the roots but abhors lime and 

 alkali either in the soil or in the 

 water. 



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Rhododendron. 



