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HILLENMEYER NURSERIES, Lexington, Kentucky 
BROAD-LEAVED EVERGREENS 
Holly 
Not many home-owners know what this title means! Think of the hollies and 
the laurels as examples. We should sorely miss the glossy green foliage of the 
Broad-leaved Evergreens in early spring, the deeper colors of summer, and the 
cheerful contrast they give to dull winter scenes. They may be used around the 
house foundations, planted with tall evergreens or in the shrub border. You 
will be delighted with their beauty all the year—and you will like the plants we 
supply. 
B&B means the roots are in a ball of earth wrapped in burlap —the 
safest and best way of moving all evergreens 
Abelia • Bush Arbutus 
Abelia grandiflora. Few shrubs are of greater value than the Abelias 
for planting at house foundations, for specimens about the yard, or 
grouped in corners or curves of walks and drives. The dainty blush- 
white flowers come in late May or June and continue until frost. While 
not “evergreen” the rich green foliage has a special charm, as it remains 
most of the year. Each Each 
3 to 4 ft. (B&B).$1 00 | 3 to 4 ft. (naked roots). .$0 75 
2 to 3 ft. (B&B). 75 | 2 to 3 ft. (naked roots). . 60 
Berberis - Holly Barberry 
Berberis ilicifolia. Semi-evergreen foliage that resembles that of the holly, takes on 
a reddish cast in the fall, and does not drop until the new leaves appear. Very hardy, 
defying our most severe winters. 5 to 6 feet. 
Each E ac h 
3 to 4 ft. (B&B) .$2 00 | 2 to 3 ft. (B&B).. .$1 50 
Buxus • Boxwood 
Buxus sempervirens. The old English Bush Box, with its shiny 
green foliage, is a plant that can be used in many ways. As a hedge 
it gives character to every place; in an informal group it has no 
rivals; it may be clipped or trained to pyramid form, globe shapes, 
or allowed to grow naturally. Box is used freely in window-boxes, 
urns, and for garden edgings. Our plants, grown right here at 
home, are acclimated, hardy, and have been sheared to make com¬ 
pact growth. They should be planted in good soil and fed with 
Driconure (see page 31) or cow-manure. Cultivate lightly and do 
not disturb the roots. Each Each 
2K-ft. specimens.$5 00 15 to 18-in. specimens. . . .$2 00 
2-ft. specimens. 4 00 12 to 15-in. specimens. ... 1 00 
1/4-ft. specimens. 3 00 
Special prices in quantity for hedge purposes. 
Laurocerasus • Cherry Laurel 
Laurocerasus caroliniana. A fine evergreen shrub growing 7 to 9 
feet high, with glossy leaves of deepest green. Ornamental, useful, 
and desirable. Each Each 
5 to 6 ft. (B&B).$4 00 I 3 to 4 ft. (B&B).$2 50 
4 to 5 ft. (B&B). 3 00 | 
Mahonia • Oregon Holly-Grape 
Mahonia aquifolium. The thick, glossy leaves resemble holly, but 
are much larger and far more attractive. Makes a compact bush, 
and when cut to the ground every few years will become an in¬ 
describable mass of green and bronze foliage. Yellow blossoms in 
June followed by blue berries. Thrives in shade especially. 
Gflch E a ch 
2 to 3 ft. (B&B).$1 50 | IK to 2 ft. (B&B).$1 25 
Euonymus • Evergreen Wahoo 
Euonymus patens. Introduced recently from China. Splendid for 
foundation groups, growing well in shade. Grows 5 to 6 feet high, 
with green stems and dark green leaves which remain all winter. 
The greenish white flowers are small, but the wealth of coral-red 
berries (similar to the native bittersweet) make the plant very showy. 
Each Each 
2 to 3 ft. (B&B).$1 50 1 18 to 24 in. (B&B).$0 75 
2 to 2K ft. (B&B). 1 00 I 
Ilex • Holly 
Ilex crenata rotundifolia. Roundleaf Japanese Holly. We think 
this superior to I. crenata in that the leaves are larger, rounder, and 
darker. A compact, dwarf plant excellent for foundation work. 
Each Each 
2 to 2K ft.$2 50 | IK to 2 ft.$2 00 
I. glabra. Inkberry. A rather loose-growing evergreen shrub which 
will succeed either in the shade or sun. Leaves turn a somewhat 
purple shade in the fall. When planted in mass the shining black 
berries are most effective. 
Each Each 
2 to 2K ft. $2 50 | 1 K to 2 ft.........$2 00 
I. opaca. Everyone knows the native Holly with its large, glossy 
leaves and red berries. It is not appreciated as it should be, for it 
can be sheared into compact specimens like boxwood or left to de¬ 
velop naturally into a bush or small tree that is wonderful at all 
seasons of the year. Those who have seen the great Hollies in 
Cave Hill Cemetery, Louisville, need no other description. Some 
plants do not bear berries. Nursery-grown plants are compara¬ 
tively easy to transplant if planting directions are followed. 
P<»k* h fiph 
6 to 7 ft.$5 00 3 to 4 ft.$2 00 
5 to 6 ft. 4 00 2 to 3 ft. 1 50 
4 to 5 ft.... 3 00 
Plants with berries furnished at $1 extra. 
SHIPPING COSTS. We assume all costs of shipments (by 
freight or truck only) if you will add 10 per cent to your check when 
ordering. This delivers the stock direct to you. 
Nandina 
Nandina domestica. A semi-evergreen with numerous, upright, 
reed-like stems. Each cane has a tuft of spreading foliage, clear 
green except the very young growth, which is tinted pink to copper. 
In August, white panicles of flowers appear, followed by masses of 
red berries in trusses. In autumn, strong, coppery tints cover the 
foliage, making it a most pleasing combination. While not entirely 
evergreen, it is nearly so. Each Each 
2 to 2K ft. (B&B).$1 25 | IK to 2 ft. (B&B).$1 00 
Pyracantha • Firethorn 
Pyracantha coccinea lalandi. Has small, dark green leaves on up¬ 
right branches with very few laterals. The flowers are inconspic¬ 
uous in June, but are followed by large clusters of bright orange 
berries that adhere most of the winter. Very showy and pleasing. 
Each Each 
3 to 4 ft. (B&B).$2 50 | 2 to 3 ft. (B&B).$2 00 
Viburnum • Leather-leaf Viburnum 
Viburnum rhytidophyllum. In the whole group of Broad-leaved 
Evergreens no “new” plant has proved so valuable as this Viburnum 
with its mass of leath¬ 
ery, dark green foliage. 
It is hardy, withstands 
exposure, and is excep¬ 
tionally desirable for 
city planting. Clusters 
of yellowish white 
flowers in May and 
June are followed by 
red and black fruits in 
late summer. Th 
growth resembles that 
of rhododendrons, but 
the leaves are not 
glossy, nor does the 
plant require acid soil. 
Each 
4 to 5 ft. (B&B).$3 00 
3 to 4 ft. (B&B). 2 00 
2 to 3 ft. (B&B). 1 50 Abelia grandiflora 
