Edward Qillett, Soiitlnvick, Mass, — Shrubs and Trees 
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Berberis purpurea near the house (see page 73) 
Spiraea Van Houttei (V an Houtte's Spirca). The leaves of this variety are oval and toothed 
at the end, rich green in color and, like the above, most beautiful in autumn tints. 
Flowers pure white, in clusters along the whole length of the branches. 25 cts. each, 
S2.00 per doz.; heavy, 50 cts. each. 
SYMPHORICARPUS racemosus, (Snowberry). A fine shrub 2 to 4 feet high of vigorous 
growth bearing small rose-colored flowers in June and July; followed by large pure 
white fruit, remaining into the winter. Will also thrive in deep shady places. 25 cts. 
S. vulgare (Indian Currant, Coral Berry) 2 to 3 feet high, of graceful habit, bearing small pink 
flowers in August and September followed by the red coral-like berries which cover 
the drooping branches and stay on well into the winter. 25 cts. 
SYRINGA Japonica (Japan Lilac). A fine lawn tree, with glossy green leaves and large 
bunches of pure white flowers in June. Strong plants, 50 cts. each. 
S. vulgaris. A fine grower, well known in cultivation; flowers purple, quite fragrant. 
25 cts. Large heavy clumps SI.00 to SI.50 each. 
VACCINIUM Pennsylvanicum (Dwarf Blueberry). Six to 10 inches. Berries abundant, 
large and sweet, ripening early in July, Forms large patches in dry, exposed places. 
20 cts. each, SI.50 per doz. 
V. vacillans (Low Blueberry). The Blueberry of our woods. From 1 to 2 feet high. 
Branches yellowish green. 25 cts. each, S2.00 per doz. 
V. corymbosiim (Common, or Swamp Blueberry). Tall, 5 to 10 feet high. This 
yields the common Swamp Blueberry, so well known in our market, and is not hard 
to grow in moist garden soil. 25 cts. each, S2.00 per doz.; heavy clumps, 50 cts. to 
75 cts. each. 
