MIMOSA 
NEMU SHk Tree Albizzia julibrissm 
Deciduous Flowering Tree. Ter. 1 to 4. 20 ft. Forms a densely rounded 
head, almost umbrella-like. Acacia-like foliage. Feathery, fragrant, pink 
blossoms borne in summer. Will grow in practically all types of soil. Out¬ 
standing in a border group of tall trees or shrubs. 
Approx. Ht. Class XX Caliper XXX 
4 5 ft.B&B . ^5.00 .1 — 1 Vz in.. . $7.00 each 
5_7ft .B&B . . 7.50 . l*/ 2 — 2 m. . 9.00 each 
MULBERRIES 
Morus 
HICKS EVERBEARING 
Deciduous Tree. Ter. 1 to 6. 25 ft. A very prolific bearer; ripens early. 
A fine variety; heavy bearer, and vigorous grower, with fine large leaves. 
Fruit large and black when ripe. 
Approx. Ht. Class 
5 _ 6 ft.NB . . $1.00 each $10.00 dozen 
MYRTLE 
Myrtus 
DWARF COMPACT Myrtus communis compacta 
Broadleaf Evergreen Shrub. Ter. 1 to 4. 4 ft. Dwarf, globe hj^it, 
branching close to ground. Small, shiny dark green, pointed leaves, with a 
very spicy fragrance. Leaves are set close together on the stem. Tiny white 
clusters of flowers during the summer. Will grow in shady locations. A new 
species and one of the finest small Evergreens of fine texture. Useful for 
small hedges, in low masses, or for edging beds. Retains a well compact 
shape, or can be pruned as desired. 
ROSEMARY Myrtus communis microphylla 
Broadleaf Evergreen Shrub. Ter. 1 and 2. 5 ft. Bushy and compact 
globe. Fine, dark green, glossy, pointed aromatic foliage. Small white 
flowers followed by tiny black berries in the late summer. Grows in ar^ well 
drained soil. When severely pruned, can be made into compact small hedges. 
May be used as an attractive specimen or in low group plantings. 
Approx. Spread Class XX XXX 
2 iVz ft .B&B. . .$2.00 $2.50 each 
21/2 _ 3 ft. .B&B. . . 2.50 3.00 each 
3 4 ft.B&B . . . 3.00 4.50 each 
Nandina—Leaves and Berries are Compact Myrtle—Low, dark green, 
bright red in autumn. fine-leaved shrub. 
NANDINA 
JAPANESE Quinine Bush Heavenly Bamboo 
Nandina domestica 
Broadleaf Evergreen Shrub. Ter. 1 to 4. 6 ft. Compact, bushy habit with 
bamboo or reed-like canes. Delicate compact foliage, green in the spring and 
summer with pinkish tint, turning to a brilliant red in the winter after frost. 
Creamy-white flowers borne in clusters, are followed by large bunches of green 
berries, turning to bright scarlet in the winter. Grows in either sun or 
shade, and is not particular as to soil conditions if it has good drainage. 
Its red foliage and large clusters of scarlet berries make this one of the 
most beautiful plants for the winter months. It can be used as an upright 
shrub, but with severe pruning, it will make a heavy, compact shrub. May 
be used in making attractive groups or hedges; adds a great deal of interest 
and color to any properly planted garden, and is best used in groups against 
green foliage for contrast. 
YELLOW BERRY Nandina aurea 
Broadleaf Evergreen Shrub. Ter. 1 to 4. 6 ft. Bushy, compact habit with 
bamboo or reed-like canes. The foliage is compound, bright green during 
spring and summer, changing to golden yellow in fall and winter. Flowers 
borne 
in panicles, are small 
and white. 
not showy. 
Berries in 
clusters are 
golden 
colored. An attractive 
shrub for color contrast. 
5 
or more 
1-3 Stems 3 
-5 Stems 
Stems 
Approx. Ht. 
Class 
X 
XX 
XXX 
12- 
- 15 in. 
. . B&B 
. . $ .70 
$1.00 
$1.50 each 
15 - 
- 18 in. 
. . B&B 
. . 1.00 
1.50 
2.00 each 
18- 
- 24 in. 
. . B&B 
. . 1.30 
2.00 
2.50 each 
24- 
- 30 in. 
. . B&B 
. . 1.60 
2.50 
3.00 each 
30- 
- 36 in. 
. . B&B 
. . 2.00 
3.00 
4.00 each 
3 - 
-4 ft. 
. . B&B 
. . ... 
4.00 
5.00 each 
NERIUM—See Oleanders. 
ORANGE—See Citrus Fruits. 
OLEANDERS 
Ncrium 
The well-known shrub bearing long leaves and very brilliant heads of colorful 
blooms, good for outside effect and beautiful for cut flowers. Upright 
growth, good for mass and foundation planting. Unsurpassed as a lawn 
specimen or shrub to alternate with street trees or beautify a boulevard or 
park. If tops freeze back in more northern locations it will come out from 
the roots with luxurious growth. 
The Characteristic Shrub of the Gulf Coast 
Two Hardy Varieties 
CARDINAL Hardy Red Nerium 
Broadleaf Evergreen Shrub. Ter. 1. 12 ft. Upright branches, bushy habit. 
Long, narrow leaves. This is an unusual shade of pure Red. Flowers pro¬ 
duced in clusters during the summer. This variety withstands freezing tem¬ 
peratures. Good for masses, heavy branched specimens, and street planting. 
YELLOW Hardy Yellow 
Like the Cardinal Red, this is a hardy type. 
Approx. Ht. Class XX 
2 — 3 ft.B&B . $2.00 
3 — 4 ft.B&B. . . 3.00 
4 — 5 ft. .B&B . . . 3.50 
Nerium 
XXX 
$3.00 each 
3.50 each 
4.50 each 
Oleanders in Parkway 
OLEANDER, Assorted Colors Nerium 
We have taken speciai care to select accurately and list according to 
descriptions, so that a customer can know exactly what color Oleanders he is 
getting. 
Approx. Ht. Class X 
2 1- 3 ft.B&B. . $ .75 $1.50 each 
3 _ 4 ft.B&B. . . 1.00 2.00 each 
4 _ 5 ft. B&B... 1.25 2.50 each 
5 _ 5 ft.B&B . . . 1.50 3.00 each 
6 _ 8 ft.B&B . . 1.75 3.50 each 
Oleanders in Nursery. 
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