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shrub is covered with masses of small white berries. Valuable for covering sandy or 
gravelly banks. 18 to 24 in., 50 cts. 
PAVIA 
Macrostachya (Dwarf White Hor.se-Chestnut). A beautiful spreading shrub grow- 
ing about six feet high and producing numerous large showy spilves of bloom in June. 
Very fine. 2 to 3 ft., .fl.OO. 
PLUM - Prunus 
(For other sorts see Trees) 
Triloba. Chinese shrub of good size covered in early spring with beautiful double 
pink flowers resembling small roses. 3 ft., 40 cts.; .$4.00 per doz. 
PRIVET - Ligustrum 
Amoor River North (Ibota, upright form). A variety of erect habit, from the 
coldest part of China. Its light green foliage remains until winter. Very desirable 
where the California Privet winter kills. It can be trained in more compact form than any 
of the Privets. 2 to 3 ft., 20 cts.; $2.00 per doz. ; 2 to 4 ft., 25 cts.; .$2.50 per doz. 
All,,,.,, l!iviT llnlKi' liiriMitly Planted by Us 
California (L. ovalifolium). This most popular hedge plant is of free, upright growth 
with dark, glossy green leaves. Nearly evergreen. Also used for single specimens for 
terrace, hall or porch decorations. For hedges set in trenches, the smaller sizes 8 inches 
apart, the larger 8, or 10 to 12 inches. 2 to 3 ft., 15 cts.; $1.50 per doz.; 3 to 4 ft., 20 cts.; 
$2.00 per doz. 
Ibota (Chinese or Japanese Privet). This is one of the hardiest of all Privets, and is 
now being used extensively at the North. Branches are slightly pendulous and where 
trimmed closely in a formal hedge it is one of the most desirable hedge plants. Flowers 
large, white, very fragrant; produced in great profusion. Add to this its black berries, 
handsome foliage, rapid growth, and the fact- that it thrives in either sun or shade, and 
you have one of the most desirable shrubs in cultivation. 2 to 3 ft., 20 cts.; $2.00 per 
doz.; 3 to 4 ft., 25 cts.; $2.00 per doz. 
Polish Privet. A recent introduction from the west. The growth is very erect, 
foliage glaucus green and is retained until well into the winter. Is recommended because 
of its hardiness by its introducer. 2 to 3 ft., 25 cts.; $2.50 per doz. 
Regels. (Ibota Rcgelianum). A dense growing shrub with almost horizontal 
branches. It is absolutely hardy and a valuable shrub. For an untrimmed hedge it has 
no equal. 18 to 24 in., 30 cts.; ■$2.,50 per doz.; 24 to 30 in., 35 cts.; $3.00 per doz. 
For prices of Privet in large quantities see Hedge Plants, page 33. 
PURPLE FRINGE— Rhus 
Cotinus (Smoke Tree). A round-headed low tree. In July and August covered 
with reddish seed-vessels like a purple mist. Very attractive. 3 to 4 ft., 50 cts.; $4.00 
per doz. 
