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AN EVERBLOOMING LOW 
SHRUB 
Polygala 
Low growing shrubs are not too numer¬ 
ous in variety, and when you find one that 
blooms continuously, as does the Polygala 
dalmaisiana, you have a real gem for plant¬ 
ing under windows and other places where 
a taller shrub is not wanted. 
The Polygalas, native of the temperate 
zone of North America, are well suited to 
our California climatic conditions. Worthy 
of a place in every garden, especially use¬ 
ful in the border of flowering shrubs. They 
prefer a light soil, and plenty of sunshine. 
POLYGALA DALMAISIANA. One of the most 
continuously blooming shrubs in California. Much 
of the time the plants are entirely covered with 
flowers, which are magenta-pink, tipped with 
white. Low and bushy in habit, reaches 4 ft in 
height. 1-gal. containers 50e; 5-gal. $1.50. 
POLYGALA VIRGATA. A tall upright Broom¬ 
like species, with slender green stems covered 
in summer with attractive purple pea-like flow¬ 
ers. 5-gal. containers, $1.75. 
Perfume from the Tropics 
FRANGIPANI 
Among the most fragrant of tropical 
flowers, rivalling the Jasmine, Gardenia and 
Tuberose, the Frangipani is a favorite flow¬ 
er in all tropical lands. The flowers are 
large, waxy and funnel shaped, much used 
in making garlands or leis. Suited to warm 
locations in California, there are a number 
of fine blossoming specimens in the south. 
PLUMERIA ACUTIFOLIA. Frangipani. Beauti¬ 
ful waxy white flowers, flushed with gold from 
the center. The plants have thick fleshy stems 
and large leaves of tropical appearance. 
Nice specimens in 5-inch pots, 12 to 18 inches, 
$ 2 . 00 . 
Prunus 
PRUNUS ILICIFOLIA. Mountain Cherry. Bush 
of dense growth, native of the mountains of 
Southern California. Well adapted to hillside 
plantings, for massing or as specimen shrubs. 
Dark glossy green, roundish foliage with prickly 
edges, resembling holly. 1-gal containers, 50c; 
5-gal. containers, $1.75. 
PRUNUS LYONI. P. integrifolia—Catalina 
Cherry. Large shrub, or small tree of erect pyra¬ 
midal growth; foliage similar to above, except 
larger and not so prickly. Bears purple plums, 
the size of a large cherry. Fine specimen either 
as a shrub or tree. 1-gal containers, 50c; 5-gal. 
$1.75. 
Psidium 
CUAVA 
The Lemon Guava has very effective foliage 
lending bold texture and rich color to shrubbery 
planting. The Strawberry Guava makes a splendid 
tall, informal hedge or screen. See Fruit Section. 
Punica 
DWARF POMEGRANATE 
PUNICA GRANATUM NANA. One of the best 
plants we know for border work or for miniature 
specimens. Plants very dwarf, compact and bushy 
and are almost always covered with large bright 
red blossoms and fruit which present a beautiful 
and striking appearance. May be grown in pots 
for decorative plants if kept out of doors or on 
the porch. 21 / 2 -inch pots 15c; 1-gal. containers, 
50c; 5-gal. $1.50. 
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 FORMOSIANA. 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. $1.75. 
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, 50c; 5-gal. $1.75. 
PYRACANTHA ROGERSIANA AURANTIACA. 
A fine brilliant orange-yellow berried shrub. The 
berries are very glossy produced all along the 
slender shoots. Very decorative as cut material. 
In spring it blossoms so profusely as to be val¬ 
uable also as a flowering shrub. 
5-gallon container, 4-5 feet, $2.00 
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, 50e; 5-gal. 
$1.75. 
Raphiolepis 
RAPHIOLEPIS UMBELLATA. Beautiful broad, 
dark green-leaved shrub, growing about 4 ft. in 
height. Covered in summer with large clusters of 
pinkish white flowers, followed by shiny black 
berries. Makes a desirable specimen, of rather 
slow growth. 1-gal. containers, 50e; 5-gal. $1.75. 
12-inch boxes, 2-3 ft., $3.50. 
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. 
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. 75e; 5-gal. $2.50. 
Star Jasmine 
RHYNCOSPERMUM JASMINOIDES. While gen¬ 
erally grown as a vine, when kept low and bushy 
by pruning when young, the Star Jasmine makes 
one of the most desirable subjects for plainting 
on banks, or at the base of low walls or steps. 
Its glossy evergreen foliage and abundance of 
creamy white star shaped blossoms which are de¬ 
liciously fragrant give a delightful effect not 
comparable with any other plant. Boxed, 2-2Vi 
ft., bushy, $3.50. 
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, 40e; 5-gal. $1.50. 
NEW TRAILING ROSEMARY —See next page. 
EVERGREEN SHRUBS 
PYRACANTHA FORMOSIANA 
Rhododendron 
The Rhododendrons, like 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, 2-2i/ 2 ft., $7.50; 2i/ 2 -3 ft., $8.50; 3-4 ft., 
$12.50. 
ALICE. Similar to Pink Pearl, with rose-pink 
flowers. 2 -21/2 ft., $7.50. 
RHODODENDRON HYBRIDS. Fine hardy varie¬ 
ties in hues of pink, rose, crimson, orchid and 
white. Grafted varieties, 1 1 / 2-2 ft., $6.50; 2-21/2 
ft., $7.50. 
Rondeletia 
A Rare and Beautiful Flowering Shrub. 
RONDELETIA CORDATA. In winter and 
spring this handsome shrub is covered with 
large clusters of small pink flowers with 
yellow throats. It is a lovely sight indeed, 
and the flowers are desirable for cutting. 
The bushy shrub grows eight to ten feet in 
height with handsome glossy foliage. It 
will grow equally well in sun or shade, pre¬ 
ferring plenty of water. 4-inch pots, 75c. 
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; 5-gal. $7.50. 
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