VGV5TA, Georgia 
P. J.Berckmans Co. 
ORNAMENTAL DEPARTMENT 
ILEX, continued 
I. crenata (Japanese Holly). A much-branched ever¬ 
green shrub, with oval crenate leaves. Makes a 
splendid specimen, and is also very desirable for 
hedge planting. Berries black. each io 
18 to 24 in., bushy (O. G.)..$0 75 $6 00 
12 to 18 in., bushy, (O. G.). 50 4 00 
I. opaca (American Holly). In transplanting the native 
Holly select small plants only, and remove all the 
leaves; otherwise it is difficult to make the plant 
survive. each io 
30 to 36 in., branched, transplanted.. . $1 00 $8 00 
24 to 30 in., branched, transplanted... 75 6 00 
18 to 24 in., transplanted. 50 4 00 
15 to 18 in., from pots. 50 4 00 
I. Vomitoria (Cassena, or Yaupon). A native shrub 
with spreading branches and small oval or oblong 
leaves. Dining the winter the tree is a mass of scarlet 
berries, which make it a most conspicuous plant. 
Most effective when planted in clumps. 
18 to 24 in., strong plants, from each io ioo 
pots.So 50 S4 00 S30 00 
12 to 18 in., strong plants, from 
pots. 25 2 00 17 50 
Illicium anisatum (Religiosum) 
East India Anise Tree 
A handsome evergreen, with broad leaves, which 
when bruised, emit an anise fragrance. Very desirable. 
each io 
2 to 3 ft., well branched.So 75 S6 00 
18 to 24 in., well branched. 50 4 00 
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. 
Extra-strong clumps (O. G.),each io ioo 
18 to 24 in.S2 00 Si7 50 
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 single specimens, few plants possess 
more advantages. 
Kalmia latifolia 
English Laurel 
LAUROCERASUS, continued 
Prices, except where noted each 10 100 
30 to 36 in., heavy, well 
branched, (O. G.) . 5 i 25 
24 to 30 in., well branched (O.G.) 1 00 58 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 
Laurocerasus Bertini. Foliage very broad; dark 
green. 
L. Colchica. Dark foliage, which is gray-green beneath. 
L. latifolia. Leaves narrow, long and dark green. 
L. Lusitanica (Portugal Laurel). A very distinct 
variety, with numerous glossy green leaves, of com¬ 
pact growth. White flowers, produced in spring. 
Not quite so hardy as the other varieties of this 
species. each io 
18 to 24 in., from pots . So 75 56 00 
12 to 18 in.. 4-in pots. " 50 4 00 
L. rotundifolia. Leaves short, broad, light green. 
L. Versaillensis. Broad foliage. Quite distinct. 
LauruS. Laurel 
Laurus nobilis (Spice, or Apollo’s Laurel). A beautiful 
evergreen, with long, narrow, glossy green leaves, 
which are very aromatic, and are used in cooking. 
12 to 15 in., from 4-in. pots, 50 cts. each. 
L. regalis. A variety of Spice, or Apollo’s Laurel. 
Leaves beautifully crimped. A distinct variety. 
12 to 15 in., from 4-in. pots, 50 cts. each. 
Ligustrum. Privet 
Ligustrum Amurense (Amoor River Privet). True. 
F'rom Amoor River. Very rapid and compact grower; 
foliage small. No finer hedge plant is grown. (See 
under head of Hedge Plants, page 46.) Plants are 
also desirable for single specimens, or for wind¬ 
breaks; for latter, plant 8 to 10 feet apart. Strong, 
bushy plants, 3 to 4 ft., 25 cts. each. 52 for 10. 
L. excelsum superbum. A tall-growing form of 
Japanese Privet. Leaves beautifully variegated: 
stands sun to perfection: an excellent plant. Most 
effective for massing. . each 10 100 
3 to 4 ft., grafted, very bushy , 5 i 00 58 00 
2 to 3 ft., grafted, bushy. 75 6 00 550 00 
18 to 24 in. .grafted, well branched 50 4 00 35 00 
L. Japonicum (Japanese Privet). A beautiful, broad¬ 
leaved variety. F'oliage dark green, with panicles of 
white flowers, followed by purple berries. Can be 
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