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M. C. Lanier, Lockhart, Ala. 
Buxus sempervirens 
BROAD-LEAVED EVERGREENS, continued 
Abelia grandiflora (Glossy Abelia). A most attractive 
evergreen shrub. Foliage dark green and glossy; 
arching branches have a distinct tinge of red. From 
May until frost the plant is covered with small pinkish 
white flowers. 2 to 3-ft. plants, 25 cts. each; $2 for 10. 
Bottle Brush (Callistemon). A narrow-leaved, upright 
evergreen with very showy deep red raceme-like 
flowers. Suitable only for Lower South. 50 cts. each. 
Buxus sempervirens (Boxwood). The medium-sized 
Boxwood with small, round, glossy leaves. A hardy 
outdoor type, it is slow-growing, so that with slight 
shearing, it may be utilized as a dwarf Boxwood 
edging for gardens, beds, and walks. No other hardy 
edging is its equal in refinement and lustrous beauty. 
12 to 15-in. plants, 35 cts. each; $3 for 10. 
Cherry Laurel. Large shrub of small-tree size. A dense 
evergreen for screening or for corners. Can be 
sheared to formal shape. 3 to 4-ft. plants, balled, 75 
cts. each. 
Cleyera japonica. A splendid evergreen shrub with 
thick, glossy leaves and creamy white, fragrant 
flowers. Red berries in winter. Upright grower to 
10 feet. 2 to 3 ft., 50 cts. each. 
English Laurel. Medium to large evergreen with large, 
bay-like leaves. Useful as specimen or foundation 
corner plant. 18 to 24 in., 35 cts. each. 
