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EVERGREEN SHRUBS 
PYRACANTHA FORMOSIANA 
Pyracantha 
FIRETHORN 
These are of special value as ornamental 
shrubs; their profusion of bloom during the 
early spring, and their brightly colored ber¬ 
ries, carried well through the winter make 
them very attractive subjects. They should 
only be planted in a sunny position, where 
there is no danger of overwatering. 
PYRACANTHA CRENULATA. Dense grower, 
with slender deep green foliage, and slender, 
thorny branches. Berries are a deep crimson, and 
glossy. Will stand partial shade. 1-gal. contain¬ 
ers, 35c; 5-gal., 3-4 ft., $1.25. 
PYRACANTHA FORMOSI ANA. By far 
the most spectacular of all the red berried 
shrubs, this species has berries as large as 
some of the Hawthornes, in enormous 
masses. The branches become so laden with 
berries that the stems and foliage are often 
hidden. They are glossy deep red; effective 
for cut decorations. The shrubs have a good 
habit and shapely form. 1-gal. containers 
50c; 5-gal. $1.50. 
PYRACANTHA KANSUENSIS. Another new red- 
berried species, of great beauty, and upright 
growth, reaching 8-10 ft. 1-gal. containers, 50c; 
5-gal. $1.50. 
PYRACANTHA LALANDI. Foliage larger than 
the others, and the plant is very robust in growth. 
Berries large, in masses, bright orange-scarlet. 
1-gal. containers, 35c; 5-gal. $1.25. 
PYRACANTHA YUNNANENSIS. A form of P. 
Crenulata of lower, spreading growth, and larger, 
glossy foliage. Berries large, slightly flattened, 
borne in great profusion. They are very glossy 
and bright red. 1-gal. containers, 35c; 5-gal. 
$1.25. 
Romneya 
MATILIJA POPPIES 
The Queen of California's native flowers. Rom¬ 
neya coulteri. Huge blossoms with crepe-like pure 
white petals, with centers of golden stamens. 
Plant them in sunny places, and revel in their 
beauty year after year. 60e. 
Reinwardtia 
YELLOW FLAX 
REINWARDTIA TRIGYNA. (Linum trigynum). 
This is a beautiful, tender, low shrub, often con¬ 
fused with Linum flavum, which is a creeping 
perennial. The bushy plants are covered nearly 
the year 'round with large golden yellow blos¬ 
soms, especially showy in the winter. They are 
effective in the shrubbery border where their 
golden flowers make brilliant spots of color. 1- 
gal. containers, 35c; 5-gal. $1.25. 
Rhododendron 
The Rhododendrons, tike the Azaleas to 
which they are closely related, make a lux¬ 
urious display of color in shaded positions, 
in large rockeries, or under trees in north¬ 
ern exposures, and in canyons. They require 
an acid soil, and may be grown in pots or 
tubs as patio plants. 
PINK PEARL. Very large flowers in great clus¬ 
ters, soft shell pink. The most popular variety 
for flowering in pots. Beautiful specimens in large 
pots, 2-21/2 ft., $6.50. 
ALICE. S imilar to Pink Pearl, with rose-pink 
flowers. 2-21/2 ft., $6.50. 
RHODODENDRON HYBRIDS. F ine hardy varie¬ 
ties in hues of pink, rose, crimson, orchid and 
white. 1 '/i-2 ft., $5.00. Grafted varieties, $6.50. 
Rosemary 
ROSMARINUS 
ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS. (Rosemary). A 
hardy shrub, with narrow, dark green leaves, sil¬ 
very beneath, which are very aromatic, and used 
for seasoning. 1-gal containers, 35c; 5-gal. $1.25. 
Russellia 
RUSSELLIA LEMOINI. (Coral Plant, Fountain 
Plant). A drooping plant, very satisfactory for 
baskets, window boxes, rockeries, or around pools. 
The small, wiry branches are reddish in color, 
covered with tiny bronzy foliage, and quantities 
of coral-red tubular flowers. 1-gal. containers, 
50c. 
Solanum 
Blue flowering shrubs are not plentiful, 
so these Solanums are highly desirable for 
the rich blue color they bring to the gar¬ 
den. 
SOLANUM AVICULARE. A rare shrub, to 10 
feet, with deep green, often lobed leaves 6 to 8 
inches long. The deep violet blue flowers are 
1 1/2 inches across, followed by ovoid golden ber¬ 
ries, 1-inch long. 1-gal. containers, 50c; 5-gal. 
$1.50. 
SOLANUM RANTONETTI. A graceful shrub 
which can be trained as a climber, with violet 
colored flowers, 1-inch across, in great masses 
covering the spreading branches. 1-gal. contain¬ 
ers, 50c; 5-gal. $1.25. 
Sollya 
SOLLYA HETEROPHYLLA. (Australian Blue¬ 
bell). Low growing, sometimes trailing shrub 
with dark green leaves, and wiry stems. Bears 
quantities of dark blue, bell-shaped flowers. May 
be kept compact and bushy by frequent trimming. 
Excellent for a border in this shape. 1 -gal. con¬ 
tainers, 50c; 5-gal. $1.50. 
Strelitzia 
BIRD OF PARADISE— -See page 80. 
Streptosolen 
STREPTOSOLEN JAMESONI. One of those flori- 
ferous shrubs that make Southern California 
plantings so bright and colorful. Half climbing 
or rounded in form, and bears masses of rich 
orange-red, and golden flowers, almost continu¬ 
ously. Will not stand much frost. 1-gal. con¬ 
tainers, 50c; 5-gal. $1.25. 
Sutherlandia 
SUTHERLANDIA FRUTESCENS. An unusual 
South African shrub, 2-3 ft. high which grows 
well in Southern California. The grey-green, pin¬ 
nate leaves makes a pleasing contrast to other 
foliage, and the bright scarlet flowers, in spikes, 
are very showy, followed by curious bladder-like 
pods. 5-gal. containers, $1.50. 
Tecoma 
While the Tecomas are usually classed 
as vines, these varieties find their greatest 
usefulness as rounded, dense shrubs, for 
filling in large spaces in corners and for 
mass or screen effects on banks, slopes, 
and near walls and fences, where their 
glossy foliage and abundant blossoms are 
very effective. 
TECOMA CAPENSIS. Cape Honeysuckle. Lux¬ 
urious deep green foliage, covered in summer and 
fall with glowing scarlet flowers in racemes. 1- 
gal. containers, 50c; 5-gal. $1.25. 
TECOMA SMITHII. An unusual variety, up¬ 
right in habit with great clusters of golden yel¬ 
low trumpet-shaped flowers. A most effective 
shrub for coastal districts. 5-gal. 30-40 inches, 
$1.50. 
Thevetia 
YELLOW OLEANDER 
THEVETIA NERIIFOLIA. Rare and val¬ 
uable shrub for warm dry hillsides, reach¬ 
ing 8-10 ft., with shining narrow leaves, 
4- 6 inches long, and bell shaped, flaring 
flowers, 3 inches long, bright golden yel¬ 
low and fragrant. A fine garden specimen, 
needing plenty of water to become estab¬ 
lished. 5-gal. containers 3-4 ft., $2.00. 
TURRAEA 
TURRAEA OBTUSI FOLIA. South Africa. An 
attractive shrub which is very valuable for hedge 
purposes as well as specimen planting. In round¬ 
ed form and size it is like the well-known 
Choisya, and can be used for the same purposes 
to better advantage because it is free from in¬ 
sect pests and stands moisture well. As a hedge 
at the edge of a lawn it is a beautiful subject, 
well withstanding shearing. The pleasing green 
foliage and the freedom with which it produces 
its lacy white, Jasmine-like flowers make it a 
very valuable addition to our list of shrubs. 75c; 
5- gal., $2.00. 
Veronica 
Shrubs of medium size, and roundish 
compact form. Flowers are borne in spikes, 
and the leaves are oval, and opposite, thick¬ 
ly set on the stems. Very attractive for 
specimens, grouping or for borders and 
hedges. Adapted to most any soil condi¬ 
tion, and exposure, although particularly to 
regions near the coast, from San Diego to 
San Francisco, thriving where there are fogs 
and strong breezes. 
VERONICA ANDERSONI. Leaves long, flowers 
violet blue, in long spikes. About 4 ft. in 
height. 1-gal. containers, 35c. 
VERONICA ANDERSONI VARIEGATA. A varie¬ 
gated leaf form. 1-gal. containers, 35c; 5-gal. 
$1.25. 
VERONICA DECUSSATA. (elliptical. Rather 
dwarf, leaves rounded, medium sized. Flowers 
large, deep blue. 1-gal. containers, 35e; 5-gal. 
$1.25. 
VERONICA IMPERIALIS. Strong grower, leaves 
large, with purple-red veins. Flowers deep wine- 
color. 1-gal containers, 35c; 5-gal. $1.25. 
VERONICA SALICIFOLIA VAR. CARNEA. One 
of the most beautiful in the genus, with narrow 
dark green, glossy leaves, and long slender spikes 
of bright rose-pink flowers. Grows about 4 feet 
high, compact. 1-gal. containers, 35c; 5-gal. 
$1.25. 
TWO BEAUTIFUL DWARF VERONICAS 
Charming low growing shrubs for borders 
and rockeries. 
VERONICA CHATHAMICA. This little shrub 
has great character and individuality, with dense¬ 
ly placed glossy green leaves. Its dwarf habit 
of growth makes it one of the most charming 
subjects for rockeries and dish gardens, where it 
gives the effect of a little old tree. 4-inch pots 
35c; 1-gal. containers 50c. 
VERONICA CUPRESSOIDES. Another desirable 
subject for rock gardens, and dwarf groups near 
stairways or stepping stones. The shapely plant 
resembles a tiny cypress. 2'/2-inch pots 20c. 
Paye Forty 
