P. J.Berckmatvs Co. 
Avgusta . Georgia 
ORNAMENTAL DEPARTMENT 
Cupressus. Cypress 
Of this species we grow several varieties, which are well 
adapted to the middle and sub-tropical se.ctions of the South. 
They are graceful, rapid-growing trees, varying in habit* and 
growth, from feathery, drooping branches to others of more 
erect and formal shape. 
We offer the following varieties: Corneyana, Elegans, 
Funebris, Glauca, Majestica. 
Prices, except where noted each 
Extra-heavy specimens, 6 to 7 ft., from tubs.$3 00 
Very heavy specimens, 5 to 6 ft., from 10-in. pots . 2 00 
C. Lawsoniana. These are exceedingly valuable trees; habit 
of growth varies according to sub-varieties — some are very 
compact, others drooping or pyramidal; foliage ranging 
from dark green to glaucous and golden tints. Maximum 
height, 10 to 30 feet. each 10 100 
4 to 5 ft., compact specimens.82 (X) 
3 to 4 ft., compact specimens. 1 50 
30 to 36 in., compact specimens. 1 00 $8 00 $60 00 
24 to 30 in., compact.^ 75 6 00 50 00 
18 to 24 in., compact. 50 4 00 
C. sempervirens pyramidalis (Oriental, or Italian Cypress). 
This well-known and popular conifer is n^ost desirable 
where a formal effect is desired. It is of compact and shaft¬ 
like habit; ultimate height, 60 to 80 feet. each 10 
Strong plants, 7 to 8 ft., from tubs . S4 00 
Strong plants, 6 to 7 ft., from pots. 3 00 
Strong plants, 5 to 6 ft., from pots. 1 50 
Strong plants, 4 ft., from pots. 75 $6 00 
Strong plants, 30 to 36 in., from pots. 50 4 00 
C. sempervirens Royalii (C. Whitleyana). The most com¬ 
pact and shaft-like of the Cupressus. Forms a main stem 
from which very small branches radiate. A very distinct 
and desirable species; grows to a height of 50 to 60 feet. 
each 10 
Strong plants, 3 to 4 ft., from pots.$0 75 
Strong plants, 2 to 3 ft., from pots. 50 $4 00 
C. variegata (Chamsecyparis; Variegated Cypress). A beau¬ 
tiful variety, with foliage with golden variegations. A very 
distinct and conspicuous tree. Growth somewhat open. 
EACH 
24 to 30 in., fine specimens .$1 00 
Juniperus Sabina cupressifolia. A procumbent variety of 
much beauty. Foliage bluish green; almost creeping in habit. 
12 to 15 in. high, 12 to 15 in. spread, 50 cts. each, $4 for 10. 
J. Sinensis argentea variegata (Variegated Chinese Juniper). 
Foliage somewhat similar to J. Japonica, but of more com¬ 
pact and dwarf growth. Branches beautifully variegated 
golden yellow. Does not burn out in summer. This is a fine 
variety. each 10 
36 to 40 in., heavy, compact specimens.$2 00 
30 to 36 in., compact specimens. 1 50 $12 50 
18 to 24 in., compact specimens. 1 00 8 00 
15 to 18 in. 75 6 00 
12 to 15 in. 50 4 00 
J. Squamata (Scaly-leaved Juniper). A trailing variety of 
great merit; foliage dark green. A most valuable plant for 
rockeries or where a trailing effect is desired. each 10 
Plants of 15 to 18 in. spread, well branched. . . .$0 75 S6 00 
Plants of 12 to 15 in. spread. 50 4 00 
J. Suecica (Swedish Juniper). Foliage light green; very com¬ 
pact. Ultimate height, 10 feet. 15 to 18 in., 50 cts. each, 
$4 for 10. 
J. Virginiana (Red Cedar). Our native Cedar. Can supply 
a fine lot of nursery-grown, transplanted plants, eac h 10 
3 to 4 ft., compact.80 75 S6 00 
2 to 3 ft., compact. 50 4 00 
18 to 24 in., compact. 25 
NEW JUNIPERS 
The two following Junipers are seedlings of the common 
English Juniper, of our own growing, and, after several years 
trial, we unhesitatingly place them upon the market as great ac¬ 
quisitions to the list of Junipers. each 10 
7 to 8 ft., beautiful specimens.S5 00 
6 to 7 ft., beautiful specimens. 3 00 825 00 
5 to 6 ft., beautiful specimens. 2 50 20 00 
3 to 4 ft., very compact. 2 00 15 00 
2 to 3 ft., very compact. 1 25 10 00 
18 to 24 in. 75 6 00 
Juniperus communis compacta. Of erect and very com¬ 
pact growth; foliage light glaucous green. 
J. communis glauca. A beautiful form of Common English 
Juniper, of erect and compact habit. In winter assumes the 
blue color of a Koster Spruce. A most desirable and attrac¬ 
tive variety. _ 
Juniperus. Juniper Tree 
This splendid group of conifers is becoming very popular. 
Trees are of easy growth, hardy and long lived. They are most 
effective for landscape planting. The different tones of green 
arc very pleasing when planted in groups, using the taller varie¬ 
ties for the background, and graduating the plants until the 
creeping forms are in front, producing an exquisite effect. 
Juniperus communis (English, or Common Juniper). 
A most desirable variety, with spreading or erect branches, 
frequently forming a tree 30 to 40 feet high. A beautiful 
Juniper and one of the best grown. each 10 100 
6 to 7 ft., very heavy, compact speci¬ 
mens .S3 00 S25 00 
5 to 6 ft., very heavy, compact speci¬ 
mens . 2 00 17 50 8150 00 
4 to 5 ft., heavy, compact specimens. . 1 50 12 50 
3 to 4 ft., heavy, compact specimens. . 1 00 8 00 70 00 
2 to 3 ft., compact . 75 6 00 50 00 
18 to 24 in., compact . 50 4 00 
J. communis aurea (Golden Juniper). A beautiful form of 
almost trailing habit. Foliage of bright golden hue. Very 
hardy. A most desirable and effective Juniper. 
each 10 100 
Extra strong, bushy plants, 30 to 36 in. 
spread . 82 50 
Extra strong, bushy plants, 24 to 30 in. 
sprefld. 2 00 817 50 
Strong, bushy plants, 18 to 24 in. 
spread . 1 00 8 00 $70 00 
Strong plants, 12 to 18 in. spread. 50 4 00 35 00 
J. Hibernica (Irish Juniper). A distinct and beautiful variety 
of erect, dense, conical shape, resembling a pillar of green. 
Attains a height of 8 to 10 feet. each 10 100 
5 to 6 ft., very heavy.82 00 S15 00 
4 to 5 ft., very heavy . 1 50 12 50 S100 00 
3 to 4 ft., heavy . 75 6 00 50 00 
2 to 3 ft., heavy. 50 4 00 30 00 
18 to 24 in. 35 3 00 25 00 
J. Japonica (Japan Juniper). A beautiful variety, with bright 
green foliage, which does not change during winter; of com¬ 
pact growth. A most desirable sort. each 10 
36 to 40 in., heavy.. S3 00 
18 to 24 in. 75 86 00 
12 to 18 in.. . . 50 4 00 
J. oblonga (Nepaul Juniper). Upright habit: with slender, 
diverging and recurving branches. Can be sheared in differ¬ 
ent shapes, Ultimate height, 10 to 15 feet. each 10 
Extra heavy specimens, 30 to 36 in. high. 2 \ to ? 
ft. spread. •.•• • •..82 00 815 ^ 
Extra heavy specimens, 24 to 30 in. high, 2 to 
2J ft. spread. 1 50 
Juniperus Japonica 
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