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Rhododendrons 
LITTLE-TREE 
Rhododendro 
ns 
Perfect for Planting 
in Shady Spots 
This group is characterized by broad evergreen leaves, and 
large clusters of handsome big flowers in June and July. By 
nature the Rhododendrons are woodland plants, delighting in 
situations screened from the morning sun and from cold cutting 
winds in late winter. They love partial shade and acid soil. 
The roots, which are very near the surface, should be kept cool 
and damp and never allowed to dry out. For this reason, a moist 
porous soil, fairly rich in leaf mold, humus or peat is ideal, and 
a mulch of leaves or peat moss (see page 64) is extremelv bene¬ 
ficial. 
Rhododendrons are used along drives and paths, for massing 
and underplanting in woods and for shady places, such as the 
north side of buildings. Rhododendrons, Catawba and Carolina, 
can be used in full sun. 
Carolina Rhododendron 
Rhododendron carolinianum 
A very choice hardy Rhododendron of rather dwarf 
habit, forming a shapely bush up to 6 feet tall. The 
leaves are rich glossy green and much smaller than 
those of the other species. Large rose-pink flowers 
open earlier than the blossoms of the Catawba and 
Rosebay. A gem for rock gardens or planting about 
foundations. 
Height 
Each 
10 
15 to 18 inches 
$2.00 
$18.00 
18 to 24 inches 
2.50 
22.50 
2 to 3 feet 
3.50 
32.50 
Catav/ba Rhododendron 
Rhododendron catawbiense 
Extremely popular is this handsome compact 
Rhododendron, of medium size. Long, round tipped 
leaves of lustrous dark green. In June great round 
clusters of rosy pink to lavender blossoms. A very 
free bloomer and extremely hardy. Withstands 
exposure. Grows in sun or shade. Excellent for 
foundation planting, shady corners, and massing in 
large groups. 
Height Each 10 
15 to 18 inches $2.00 $18.00 
18 to 24 inches 2.50 22.50 
2 to 3 feet 4.00 37.50 
Rosebay Rhododendron 
Rhododendron maximum 
The Rosebay or Great Laurel, largest of the Rho¬ 
dodendrons, often reaching a height of fifteen feet. 
Perfectly hardy, its tall spreading form is covered 
with broad, tough, pointed leaves. In late June an 
July it bears many clusters of blossoms often measur¬ 
ing eight to ten inches across. The color varies from 
white to delicate shades of pink. 
Excellent for massing, for a tall screen, for border¬ 
ing drive or path in the woods. It will thrive in semi¬ 
shade or partially exposed positions, where the soil is 
naturally cool and damp. Do not plant in full sun. 
Height 
15 to 18 inches 
18 to 24 inches 
2 to 3 feet 
Each 10 
$2 00 $18.00 
2.50 22.50 
4.00 37.50 
Hybrid Rhododendrons 
The splendid result of crossing native and foreign 
species. Flowers in May and June are usually larger 
and brighter than native varieties. Very hardy. 
Dr. Dresselhuys 
Ignatius Sargent 
Mrs. C. S. Sargent 
Lee’s Dark Purple 
Height 
15 to 18 inches 
Bright Red 
Deep Pink 
Rich Crimson 
Purple 
Each 10 
$5.00 $47.50 
Offer A'20 $6.00 
Shady Place Group 
Regular Price $ 7.00 
A delightful group for that shady place where 
some plants will not grow — Rhododendrons love 
shade. 
1 Carolina Rhododendron 1 5 to 18 in. tall 
1 Catawba Rhododendron 15 to 18 in. tall 
1 Rosebay Rhododendron 18 to 24 in. tall 
3 Handsome Plants and also 
1 Large Bag of Granulated Peat Moss. 
For cleaner foliage, better 
flowers, more beautiful plants 
use Aluminum Sulphate and 
Peat Moss. See page 64 of 
this catalogue. 
All Rhododendrons shipped with roots 
ball of native loam, burlap wrapped. 
A Rhododendron Border Planting in Full Bloom. ([Insert ) Flowers of Mountain Laurel. 
Prices on this page include packing and delivery to transportation companies at Framingham, Massachusetts. 
