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P. J. Berckmans Company's Plant Catalogue 
Camellia Japonica, continued 
For Open Ground. —A partially shaded situation, especially where protected from the cold winds of winter, 
is the most desirable. Any good garden soil is suitable, but if mixed with leaf-mold better results may be 
expected. The best seasons for transplanting are from early October to beginning of November, and from end of 
February to end of March. Mulch the plants with well-rotted manure. 
For Conservatories. — Use a potting compost of peat, leaf-mold and good loam, and give ample drainage. 
When in growth they require an abundance of water and frequent syringing of the foliage. When dormant, water 
sparingly and keep in cool temperature. Fire heat is not needed, except during excessively cold weather, which 
would injure extending buds. Dropping of buds is caused from plants becoming too dry or from over-watering, 
or being kept in a high temperature under glass. The colors range in all shades of red, from a very pale pink 
to darkest crimson, and with flowers combining exquisite variegations, pencilings, mottlings, etc. 
DOUBLE WHITE {Alba plccna)—15 inches high, $1 ; 18 to 20 inches, $1.50; 24 inches, $2. 
COLORED VARIETIES— 15 inches high, $1 each, $8 for 10; 18 to 20 inches, $1,25; 24 inches, $1.50. 
RHODODENDRONS 
Pontlcum. We offer a superb lot of unnamed seedlings. Fine bushy plants, with from 10 to 20 flower buds. 
Plants range in height from 15 to 18 inches, and colors of several shades of pink and purple. The Ponticum is 
the best variety for this section. $1 to $1.50 each. 
Catawbiense. Grafted named sorts 18 to 24 inches. Very stocky and bushy. Plants well set with buds, 
$1.50 each. Colors: white, pink, purple and red. 
Ligustrum Amurcnse (Amoor River Privet). 
Ornamental Hedge Plants 
CAN BE SUPPLIED UNTIL APRIL I 
Citrus trifoliata (Japan Hardy Lemon) 
Prices of plants, 2 years, 15 to 18 inches, $4 per 100, $30 per 1,000; 3 years old, bushy, 20 to 24 inches, $5 per 100, 
$40 per 1,000 
This is the coming hedge plant for defensive as well as ornamental purposes, far more desirable than Osage 
Orange. It is hardy as far north as New Jersey, and if planted in good soil an impenetrable hedge can be had 
three years from planting. Requires but little trimming after the third year. So far it has been free from insect 
depredations. In eftrly spring, when covered with myriads of white flowers, nothing is more attractive, and while 
not an evergreen, the vivid green wood makes it appear bright during the winter. Plants may be set, according 
to soil, 1 to 2 feet apart. 
Ligustrum Amurense (Amoor R.iver Privet) 
Strong plants, 2 to 3 feet, $4 per 100, $30 per 1,000; 18 to 24 inches, $3 per 100, $25 per 1,000 
Our hedges of this evergreen have for years past been noted for their perfect shape and appearance. It far 
surpasses the variety cultivated in northern sections under the name of California Privet ( Ligustrum ovali- 
folium ), which assumes a dingy purple tint in winter, whereas the Amoor Privet retains its brighter green 
color throughout the entire year. We have cultivated this plant since 1800, and during that time have propagated 
and sold immense quantities for planting hedges, which are now to be found in every section of the southern 
states. It has stood a cold of 20 degrees below zero in western North Carolina, and is equally successful in south 
Florida, thus withstanding both extremes of heat and cold. It is, therefore, the most desirable of all broad- 
leaved evergreens where a tall hedge is desired. Growth very rapid: adapts itself to any soil not too arid or a 
swamp. If properly treated, a good hedge maybe expected in two years after planting. Set plants 12 inches 
apart in ordinary soil, but in very rich land 18 to 24 inches distance may be given. After plants are set, cut back 
to 8 to 10 inches, in order to make a dense hedge. 
