ORNAMENTAL SHRUBS 
B. F. Barr Nurseries 
^^Will Grow^^ Hardy Ornamental Shrubs 
The hardy shrubs offer a constant change of scene that is always pleasing. 
They may he used in many ways to beautify the lawn and garden where permanent plants 
are desired, producing very attractive, lasting effects for a little outlay of money. 
With little attention they grow and flower in their new location for years. By planting 
assorted varieties an interesting succession of flowers may he had from frost to frost. 
ILE DE FRANCE—BITDDLEIA 
* Denotes Varieties Thriving in Part Shade. 
Figures following names indicate full-grown 
heights. 
AMELANCHIER canadensis, 10-12 ft. 
Downy Shadblow* 
Its numerous white flowers make this a conspicu¬ 
ous plant among the leafless trees of early spring. 
Maroon-purple berries, relished by birds. 
15-18 in._$ 0.75 
ARALIA pentaphyllum (acanthopanax) 
6-8 ft. Five-Leaved Angelica* 
Arching, spiny branches densely and brightly 
leaved to base; tolerates dust, smoke and shade. 
4-5 ft. _$ 0.90 
CHOKEBERRIES 
ARONIA brilliantissima, 6-8 ft. 
Brilliant Red Chokeberry* 
White flowers in May; very attractive in Fall for 
bright red berries and reddish, yellow foliage. 
15-18 in._ $ 0.50 m-2 ft._$ 0.60 
A. melanocarpa, 6-8 ft. Black Chokeberry* 
Flowers, fruit and foliage all are attractive. The 
white flowers in small terminal corymbs appear in 
May followed by clusters of shining, black berries 
loved by the birds. The dense, clean foliage turns 
yellow or red in Autumn. 
15-18 in. _$ 0.45 
AZALEAS 
(Also see Evergreen Azaleas listed under Broad- 
Leaved Evergreen Shrubs. Page 16). 
AZALEA calendulacea, 4-5 ft. 
Flame Azalea* 
Brilliant flowers about two inches across in flam¬ 
ing colors ranging from salmon to golden orange, 
appearing early Spring. Most beautiful. 
114-2 ft. clumps, B.&B. _f 2.50 
2-214 ft. clumps, well-branched, B.&B._ 3.00 
214-3 ft. clumps, well-branched, B.&B.- 4.00 
3 -4 ft. clumps, well-branched, B.&B._ 4.50 
A. canescens, 4-5 ft. Piedmont Azalea* 
Rosy-pink, fragrant; early. Sometimes called 
“Fragrant Mountain Azalea." 
2- 3 ft. clumps, well-branched. B.&B._$ 3.00 
3- 4 ft. clumps, well-branched, B.&B._ 4.00 
BUTTERFLY BUSHES 
BUDDLEIA magnifica, 5-6 ft. 
Butterfly Bush or Summer Lilac 
Spikes of lavender flowers. July to Autumn. 
2 yr. plants_$ 0.50 
‘‘Charming”, 5-6 ft. 
Lovely long sprays of lavender-pink blooms, which 
compared with other Buddleias are distinctly pink. 
2 yr. plants_$ 0.50 
B. hartwegi, 5-6 ft. 
A Buddleia of superior hardiness. Large, bright, 
lavender flowers, opening from tip downwards. 
2 yr. plants_$ 0.50 
B. lie de France, 5-6 ft. 
Rich claret-purple spikes lasting well when cut; 
fragrant; prolific. 
2 yr. plants_,$ 0.50 
CALLICARPA purpurea, 3-4 ft. 
Chinese Beauty Fruit 
Valued for lilac-violet berries which crowd bran¬ 
ches after leaves have fallen when this is a very 
unusual and attractive shrub. 
2- 3 ft. _$ 0.60 
CALYCANTHUS floridus, 4-5 ft. 
Sweetsbrub or Strawberry Shrub* 
Reddish-brown, heavily scented flowers, spring and 
summer. Also known as Carolina alspice. 
3- 4 ft. _$ 0.75 
CARAGANA arborescens, 10-12 ft. 
Siberian Pea-tree 
Numerous “pea-like,” pale yellow flowers cover 
this plant in May. The small pea-shaped seed- 
pods 114-2 inches long and fine textural bright 
green foliage effect are most distinctive. 
11 / 2-2 ft. _$ 0.45 
CARYOPTERIS incana, 2-3 ft. Blue Beard 
Violet-blue flower clusters in September. 
15-18 in., 2 yr. pot plants_ 
Barr’s “Will Grow” Shrubs Are Freshly Dug For Each Order—Ensuring Full Vigor 
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