P. J. Berckmans Co. **• 
.ugusta . Georgia 
Escallonia montevidensis 
Crataegus Lalandi ( Pyracantha coccinea) 
Evergreen Thorn; Laland's Pyracantha 
A sub-variety of the evergreen variety of the Burning Bush. 
A desirable and beautiful shrub. In early April it produces a 
great profusion of white flowers, which are followed by bright 
orange berries, which are retained during winter. 
each 10 100 
3 to 1 ft., extra-strong plants.$0 75 S6 00 
2 to 3 ft., well branched. 50 4 00 
18 to 24 in., strong plants. 35 3 00 $25 00 
ElaeagflUS. Japan Oleaster 
We cannot too highly recommend these beautiful shrubs, 
which are perfectly hardy here, do not require very rich soil, and 
are not affected by either extreme heat or cold. The variegated 
foliage varieties are exceedingly showy. 
Prices, except where noted each 10 
12 to 15 in., grafted.$0 50 $4 00 
Elrcagnus aurea maculata. Leaves with broad, yellow 
blotches. Produces in March red fruit the size of a cranberry, 
which, combined with the variegated foliage, makes a most 
unique plant. 
E. Frederici variegata. A dwarf shrub with undulated leaves; 
light yellow center, margin green. Very distinct. 
E. macrophylla. Leaves very large, undulated, clear green 
on upper side, silvery white beneath. A showy and con¬ 
spicuous shrub. 
E. Pungens variegata. Leaves very light green, margin yel¬ 
lowish white. Produces fruit same as aurea maculata. 
E. Simonii (Simon’s Oleaster). Foliage elongated, silvery 
on under side; of compact growth; has edible fruit. A most 
desirable plant for the lawn. each in 
24 to 30 in., very bushy (O. G.).$1 00 $8 00 
18 to 24 in., bushy (O. G.). 75 6 00 
15 to 18 in., well branched (O. G.). 50 4 00 
12 to 15 in., from pots. 25 2 00 
Escallonia montevidensis(floribunda) 
A profuse-blooming shrub, attaining a height of 10 to 15 
feet. Leaves bright, shiny green; white flowers in umbels, 
produced during Juno and July. Very scarce and desirable. 
each 10 
Extra-strong plants, 24 to 30 in., from 4-in. pots .$0 75 'SC 00 
Strong plants, from 3-in. pots. 50 4 00 
Gardenia. Cape Jasmine 
Prices, except where noted: each 10 100 
Plants 4 ft. high, by 4 ft., spread, in 13- 
in. tubs, fine plants.$-4 00 
24 to 30 in., heavy, well branched (O. G.) 1 50 
IS to 24 in., pot-grown. 50 $4 00 $35 00 
12 to 15 in., pot-grown. 25 2 00 17 50 
Gardenia florida. Flowers very large, white and very fra¬ 
grant; foliage glossy. 
G. Fortunei. Flowers larger than those of G. florida. 
G. radicans. A very dwarf trailing Cape Jasmine; foliage 
very small; flowers white, very fragrant. Most desirable 
where a low effect is desired. 6 to 8 in. plants, branched, 
25 cts. each, $2 for 10, 
Gardenia Veitchii, or Jasminoides. Flowers and foliage 
smaller than those of G. florida; flowers white, very fragrant: 
best variety for forcing. Hardy at Charleston and south¬ 
ward only. each 10 100 
18 to 24 in., bushy.$0 75 $0 (K) 
12 to 15 in., well branched. 50 3 50 $25 00 
8 to 12 in., branched, from pots. 25 2 00 17 50 
Ilex. Holly 
Ilex aquifolium (English or European Holly). Leaves of 
intense deep shiny green, with undulating spine-tipped mar¬ 
gins. Berries bright scarlet, which, combined with the glossy 
green leaves, make this a conspicuous plant for winter effect. 
each 10 
Strong plants, 15 to 18 in., from pots . $0 75 $0 00 
Strong plants, 10 to 15 in., from pots. 50 4 00 
I. crenata (Japanese Holly). A much-branched evergreen 
shrub, with oval crenate leaves. Makes a splendid specimen, 
and is also very desirable for hedge planting. Berries black. 
each 10 
12 to 15 in., bushy, from open ground.$0 50 $4 00 
I. opaca (American Holly). In transplacting the native Holly 
select small plants only, and remove all the leaves; otherwise 
it is difficult to make the plant survive. each 10 
30 to 30 in., from pots.$1 00 $8 00 
24 to 30 in., from pots . 75 0 00 
15 to 18 in., from pots . 50 4 00 
Illicium anisatum (Religiosum) 
East India Anise Tree 
A handsome evergreen, with broad leaves, which, when 
bruised, emit an anise fragrance. Very desirable. 
each 10 
3 to 4 ft., well branched . $1 00 $8 00 
2 to 3 ft., well branched . 75 6 00 
18 to 24 in., well branched . 50 4 (K) 
12 to 15 in., branched. 25 2 00 
Kalmia latifolia. Calico Bush 
A beautiful native, broad-leaved evergreen shrub, often 
attaining the size of a small tree. Its thick, waxy leaves are 
retained the year round, giving a striking effect. The pink 
and white geometrically-shaped buds appear and expand into 
beautiful white and flesh-colored flower cups. Of greatest 
value for massing, making a handsome effect in the landscape. 
each 10 100 
Extra-strong clumps (O. G.), 18 to 24 in . .$2 00 
Extra-strong clumps (O. G.), 12 to 18 in.. 1 25 $10 00 
18 to 24 in., bushy (O. G.) . 1 00 8 00 
12 to 18 in., bushy (O. G.). 50 4 00 $30 00 
Laurocerasus. English, or Cherry Laurel 
These are valuable shrubs. Their principal merits are great 
vigor, beautiful, broad, shiny foliage; of easy cultivation and 
thrive in any ordinary good soil. For massing, or as >ingl<- 
specimens, few plants possess more advantages. 
Prices, except where noted: each 10 100 
3 to 4 ft., heavy, well branched (O. G.) $1 50 
30 to 36 in., heavy, well branched, (O. 
G.). 1 25 $10 00 
24 to 30 in., well branched (O. G.). ... 1 00 8 00 $70 00 
20 to 24 in., well branched (O. G.). ... 75 6 00 50 00 
18 to 20 in., well branched (O. G.). ... 50 4 00 35 00 
Kalmia latifolia 
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