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P. J. BERCKMANS COMPANY’S TREE AND PLANT CATALOG*. 
SUBTROPICAL TREES AND PL A NTS--Continued 
CAMPHOR. (Cinnamomum 
Camp h or a j 
(The Camphor Xree) 
Prices of plants* all pot-grown: 
Each. Per 10. Per 100. 
3 years, 30 to36 inches, well branched, 50c. 
2 years, 24 inches, stocky. 35c. $2.50 
1 year, 12 to 15 inches.555c. 2.00 $ 15.00 
We have a large; stock of pot-grown plants, which can l*e 
shipped and transplanted at any time. Plants grjwn in open 
ground do not transplant readily. This tree is perfectly hardy 
and does well al mg tho South Atlantic and Gulf coast. It is a 
handsome evergreen, with bright, shiny leaves. Will do well 
on poor soil, but will make a more satisfactory growtli when 
properly fert Hzcd. It is being planted in large quantities for 
producing the gum camphor of commerce. 
EUCALYPTUS 
25 cents each, $2 00 per 10, $17.50 per loo. 
Some varieties of this genus frequently grow to immense 
sizes and are well adapted for countries where the temperature 
does not fall below the freezing point. They are valuable hard¬ 
wood trees whose timber is exceedingly durable and is used for 
railroad ties, ship building and other purposes. The leaves ot 
many species contain a valuable antiseplic volatile oil, exten¬ 
sively used for pharmaceutical purposes. Some varieties 
are planted in malarial regions with beneficial effects. All of 
our trees are grown in 3 inch pots, therefore increasing safety 
in transplanting. They are from 18 inches to 3 feet., according 
to variety. 
Amygdalis. (Peppermint Gum ) Attains a height of over 
500 feet; one of the largest trees in the world; valuable for 
timber and also for avenue planting; yields large quantities of 
essential oil. 
Globulus (Blue Gum.) One of the most useful of all; vab 
liable on account ot its malarial destroying qualities 
Roousta. (Swamp Mahogany Gum.) Well adapted to both 
low ground and highest locations. 
Ruriis. Valuable for arid situations, a fine, rapid and 
symmetrical grower. 
Rostrata (Red Gum.) Its timber is considered to he un¬ 
surpassed for durability ; attains a great height. 
Stuartiana. (Apple-scented Gum.) Of medium growth; 
erect and stocky; planted more than any other variety. 
Viminalis. (Manna Gum.) A rapid growing variety; at¬ 
tains gigantic size in rich soil; yields the Australian Manna 
GUAVA 
(Psiditim) 
RED CATTLEY. (Cattleyanum.) 
Each. Per 10. Per 100. 
24 to 30 in., pot-grown, well branched. 40c. $3.00 $25 00 
12 to 15 inches, pot-grown.. 25c. 2.00 15 00 
A small tree or tall bush, producing the well known Cattley 
Guava. 
YELLOW CATTLKV. (Lucidum.) 
Each Per 10. Per ICO, 
24 to 30 in , pot-grown, well branched, 40c $3.00 $25.00 
15 to 18 inches. 25c. 2.00 15.00 
Fruit a little larger than the Red Cattley, sweeter and of 
much better quality. Very refreshing when eaten raw. Won¬ 
derfully prolific. The best of all for jellies. 
VANILLA AROMATICA 
(The True Vanilla Plant) (Climbing ) 
Each. Tes 10 Per 100. 
Extra strong plants, from 3 in. 
pots.50c. $3 00 $20.00 
Strong pot plants. 25c. 2 00 15.00 
Department 
Green-house 
The great increase in the demand for Palms, Azaleas, Camellias and Hardy Ornamental Shrubs and Plants in the past few 
years, has thoroughly convinced us that this is * A DAY OF SPECIALTIES,” and therefore we have discontinued growing! 
general line of bedding and green-house plants, such as Geraniums, Heliotropes, Salvias Cunnas etc ** K 
Jhe space heretofore occupied in our green houses by such plants is now devoted to producing a few 
grown in immense quantities. The plants offered are in the best i^ssible condition. 8 
ACACIA FARNESIANA 
(Popinac) 
Strong plants, 25 cents each, $2 per 10. 
Flowers, yellow, in balls, and emitting a delightful violet fragrance; 
an excellent winter bloomer. Hardy at Savannah. 
growing a 
specialties which are 
ALLAMANDA HENDERSON 11 
3-lnch pots,25 cents each, $2 per 10. 
Flowers golden yellow; a beautiful climber; almost perpetual 
bloomer; can be grown iu pots aud trained to a stake. 
ARAUCARIA EXCELSA 
(Norfolk Island Pine) 
12-lnch, from 4 inch pots, $1 each; 10-inch, 75 cents each; 
6 to 8 inches, 50 cents each, 
This noble conifer has succeeded in South Florida and may be con¬ 
sidered hardy in sections where the winter temperature does not fall 
below 25 degrees Falir. There are few trees as beautiful. Foliage 
bright green and dense, on slightly pendulous branches; grows to a 
great height, but is at its best when of moderate size. 
ASPARAGUS 
Each. Per 10 
Extra strong plants, from 6-inch pots. $1.00 
Extra strong plants, from 5-inch pots.75 
Extra strong plants, from 4 inch pots. 50 $ 3.00 
Extra strong plants, from 3-inch pots.25 2.00 
Plumoaus Nanns. A most graceful plant. The branches are slen¬ 
der and arching Foliage is finer than the most delicate fern, and of a 
bright and very pleasing green. 
Sprengeri. A new species, useful to .grow in suspended pot or 
basket. Fronds attaiu 3 to 4 feet iu length. 
ASPIDISTRA LURIDA 
5-inch pots, 5 to 7 leaves .50 cents each. $4 per 10 
5-incli pots,.25 cents each, $2 per 10 
Popular decorati ro plant. Will stand much abuse; such as dust, dry 
uir, lack of water. But naturally fon 1 of water, Grows freely on edge 
of ponds. Foliage broad; green and white variegated, Hardy at 
Augusta. 
BIGNONIA 
Sped osh. Climber. Flowers pink, strined purple; blooms profusely 
in spring, and is hardy at Savannah. 
ARAUCARIA KXCELSA 
