HEDGES (CALIFORNIA PRIVET) 
See Ligustrum ovalifolium, page 44 
Hedge Plants 
OT many years ago the only hedges to be seen were those used for defense or for defining bound¬ 
aries, but to-day they are planted extensively for ornament. Many beautiful effects are now 
possible and it is needless to say that these fences of living green beautify our homes and are 
rapidly supplanting the old-fashioned picket and iron fences. Ornamental hedges may be either 
deciduous or evergreen. Probably the most widely planted of the deciduous hedges is the California 
Privet. It is faultless in character and trims to any shape. In our opinion the Barberry Thunbergii 
for beauty and effectiveness should lead the list. Of the evergreen, Hemlock is the most beautiful but 
not so easy to establish as the Arborvitas or Norway Spruce. The use of flowering shrubs for hedges is 
growing in popularity/ and attractive varieties such as Japan Quince, Deutzia and Altheas are used with 
splendid effect. In planting it is necessary that the soil be well worked and thoroughly pulverized. It 
should be packed firmly about the roots, taking care to avoid all exposure. In view of the large variety 
of plants used for hedges and the various uses made of them we have, for convenience in getting descrip¬ 
tions, arranged and classified them in the following manner: 
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