SPIRKAS 
Deciduous Shrubs 
HETHER planted individually or collectively, the shrub is an important feature in the 
adornment of any grounds. There are locations which suggest the planting of indi¬ 
vidual shrubs, which are allowed space for symmetrical development, and in such 
locations their grace and beauty cannot be surpassed. In groups they can be made to 
emphasize some feature of the lawn, to screen some unsightly object or to destroy the 
strong, stiff lines of foundation walls. At the edges of the lawn, along walks and 
drives, or in distant corners, a collection of shrubs may be gathered together that will 
give a succession of bloom from the opening of spring until frost comes to destroy the 
flowers. Shrubs with purple and yellow leaves should be added, to give character and contrast to 
the planting. When the leaves have gone, the brilliant fruits of other species and bright, con¬ 
spicuous bark of certain shrubs add variety and interest to the monotony of winter. 
The assortment we offer includes varieties suited to every purpose, and our strong, well-rooted 
plants produce immediate effects that are not possible with smaller and lighter sizes. 
Prices, except where otherwise noted, 35 cts. each, $3.00 per doz., $20 per ico. 
Special prices on large quantities. 
Amorpha fruticosa (False Indigo). A spread¬ 
ing bush, with pinnate leaves and slender 
spikes of purple flowers. 
Amygdalis communis flore pleno (Double¬ 
flowering Almond); syn.. Prunus Japonica. 
One of the most beautiful early-flowering 
shrubs, bearing lovely pink rosettes all 
over the bush. There is also a pure white 
variety. 
Azaleas 
Among the most gorgeous and best flow¬ 
ering plants in cultivation. They are useful in 
all landscape work, and can be employed in 
bedding or massing, and particularly in con¬ 
nection with Rhododendrons and Kalmias, or 
wherever a natural effect is desired. The na¬ 
tive kinds grow well in heavy moist soil; all 
are partial to shady places. After the flower¬ 
ing season is over remove the seed-pods to 
increase the next season’s bloom. 
Azalea arborescens. (Fragrant White Azalea.) 
Flowers white tinged with rose and very 
fragrant. A good native variety. 12 to 
18 inches. 75 cts. each, $7 per doz. 
A. calendulacea. (Flame Azalea.) May and 
June. Almost scentless but gorgeous with 
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