PIERIS japonica (Andromeda japonica), (5). This fine slow growing shrub starts blooming 
when only three or four inches tall. Flowers suggesting Lily of the Valley are borne in long 
drooping racemes or panicles. Prefers non-alkaline soil and shade in hot climates. Excellent for 
rock gardens. Pot grown 6-8 in. 75c, 4-6 in. 60c. 
POMADERRIS elliptica, (914). Comes from New Zealand where it is said to be an indispen- 
sable shrub bearing masses of golden-yellow blossoms in spring and to start blooming when young. 
In our tests we have found this true as it blooms even in pots. We believe it will be found very 
useful where hardy enough. Pot grown 6-10 in. 75c. 
**PYRACANTHA hyb., OXFORD FIRETHORN, (7). The old P. angustifolia was a great 
favorite until discarded on account of its extreme susceptibility to Pear Blight. The University 
of California Deciduous Fruit Station here developed this beautiful hybrid which not only is 
‘immune to Pear Blight but has handsomer yellow-orange berries than its parent. It is very pro- 
ductive; exactly what is needed and should be well liked. Pot grown 1-114 ft. 75c. 
*PYRACANTHA (hyb?), SAN JOSE FIRETHORN, (8). We are not positive that this is a 
hybrid but believe it is P. formosana x yunnanensis. Anyway it bears the largest berries we have 
ever seen on a Pyracantha (up to % in. wide) and plenty of them. Color is nearly red with a 
slight orange tone. Gallon cans 3-4 ft. $1.25; pot grown 1-114 ft. 50c. 
SCHINUS dependens, PURPLE BERRIED PEPPERTREE, (9). Here is something new! 
Probably about as hardy and grows as rapidly as the common Peppertree, maybe faster. 
Branches quite drooping. Berries instead of being red are purple, much like those of Callicarpa. 
Ought to be a useful addition to the rather short list of evergreen trees suitable for California. 
Pot grown 3-4 ft. 85c, 2-214 ft. 60c. 
STROPHANTHUS capensis, (9144). A South African shrub of rather slow growth attaining 
medium size. Foliage very deep green. The red flowers are most curiously formed as each lobe 
is prolonged into a “tail” about an inch long. Thrives well in moderate shade and has a long 
blooming season. Pot grown 8-12 in. 75c. 
*TELOPEA speciosissima, WARATAH, (9?). This is the world famous national flower of 
Australia and easily ranks among the world’s most gorgeously beautiful. The deep red blooms 
borne in large terminal clusters about three inches wide are an unforgettable sight. Makes a 
shrub six or eight feet tall with narrow dull green leaves about six to ten inches long. We are 
proud to be able to offer a very limited number of plants of this extremely scarce item. Pot 
grown 4-6 in. $2.50. ; 
Viburnum burkwoodi 
VIBURNUM burkwoodi, BURKWOOD VIBURNUM, (5). This is among the most valuable 
novelties in flowering shrubs that have appeared in recent years. It was originated in England 
(where it took all possible awards) as the outcome of a cross between the well-known decid- 
uous Viburnum carlesi and the little-known evergreen V. utile. The result is a fast growing, 
very hardy, semi-evergreen shrub bearing flowers as fragrant as those of V. carlesi but in far 
larger heads up to four inches broad and containing as many as 250 individual flowers. These 
are pinkish in the bud but open white and here appear about a month sooner than V. carlesi. 
Foliage is rich glossy green; some of it turns purplish bronze with winter weather. Reliably 
reported hardy to Lake Erie and even Southern Ontario. We believe that this is sure to become 
one of America’s most popular shrubs. Balled 3-4 ft. $3.50, 214-3 ft. $3.00, 2-214 ft. $2.50, 
114-2 ft. $2.00; pot grown 114-2 ft. $1.25, 15-18 in. $1.00, 12-15 in. 85c. 
