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spikes of bloom. Above, E. 
Caffra. E. Embriana bears even 
larger spikes, of deeper color. 
Coral Trees 
One of the showiest and most interesting 
groups of exotic trees in California. All 
species have spectacular blossoms, and more 
of them should be planted in our gardens 
and parkways. 
ERYTHRINA CAFFRA. A striking large tree, 
reaching 40 feet, with broad, spreading top. 
Leaves drop for a short period; as soon as they 
fall, the tree becomes covered with spikes of 
brilliant scarlet, and flowering continues after new 
leaves appear. 1-gallon containers, 85¢; 5-gal. 
$2.00. 
ERYTHRINA EMBRIANA. No more. spectacu- 
larly beautiful tree can be imagined than this 
evergreen species. Grows more rapidly than the 
above, forming a rounded tree, excellent for shade. 
May be kept bushy by pruning. The deep crimson 
flowers are borne in great spikes at the ends of 
the branches. 1-gallon containers, 85c¢; 5-gal. 
$2.50. Specimens, $7.50 to $15.00. 
ERYTHRINA CRISTA—GALLI. Brazil. A very 
hardy bushy form, developing a small trunk if 
not frozen back, but. forming a shrub if this top 
is frozen to the ground. The flowers are large 
crimson red, and produced in great quantities 
from spring until frost. For bedding out in colder 
climates. it is a valuable plant. 1-gallon con- 
tainers, 75c; larger specimens, $1.75. 
Orchid Tree 
BAUHINIA variegata. Orchid Tree or Mountain 
Ebony. Small bushy tree, bearing in spring im- 
mense clusters of large orchid-like flowers, orchid 
in color with markings of purple and yellow in the 
throat. 1-gallon containers, 75¢; 5-gal. $1.75. 
Birch 
BETULA alba. European White Birch. D. Love- 
ly as a specimen tree, or in groups, for landscape 
effect, especially on lawns. White barked trunk 
and branches are effective even after the leaves 
drop. Established trees in containers, 6-8 feet, 
each $2.00; 8-10 feet, each $3.50. 
Betula alba laciniata. Cutleaf Weeping Birch. 
D. Has graceful drooping branches and finely cut 
foliage. 7-8 feet, each $2.50. 
Betula alba purpurea. D. Handsome form with 
bronzy purple foliage. 6-8 feet, each $2.50. 
Betula alba pendula Youngi. D. Dwarfer in 
growth, with artistically crooked trunk and droop- 
ing branches, very effective in group plantings 
with other trees, at edges of pools and water- 
eeoc 5-6 feet, each $3.50; 6-8 feet, each 
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Camphor Tree 
CAMPHORA officinalis. Camphor Tree. Sym- 
metrical ornamental tree for shade or avenue 
planting. Beautiful foliage, bronzy red on the 
new growth, bright green when mature. 1-gallon 
containers, 60c; 5-gal. $1.75. 
Carob Tree 
CERATONIA siliqua. Carob Tree. Fine shade 
and parkway tree with luxuriant dark green glossy 
leaves. 1-gallon containers, each 60c; 5-gal. 
$1.75. 
Casuarina 
CASUARINA stricta. Beefwood or She Oak. Fine 
street tree especially in the desert, with needle- 
like foliage. 1-gallon containers, 60c; 5-gal. $1.75. 
Casuarina sumatrana. A _ beautiful form with 
fine branchlets which take the place of leaves, 
richly colored bronze, red, and gold. Very attrac- 
tive for cutting. 5-gal. $1.75. 
Cypress 
CUPRESSUS arizonica. Arizona Cypress. C. 
“ Medium sized pyramidal trees, similar in form 
to Monterey Cypress, but not so large, and 
with blue green foliage. Desirable for hedges 
and specimens. 1-gallon containers, each 50c; 5- 
gal. $1.50. 
Cupressus cashmeriana. C. Rare and beautiful 
evergreen, upright tree with fern-like drooping 
foliage of most pleasing silvery tone. Its grace- 
ful beauty adds charm to any garden planting; 
grows rapidly and makes a tall tree. 1-gallon 
container, $1.00; 5-qal., 4-6 feet, each $2.50; 
6-8 feet, $3.50. Large specimens, $10.00. 
Cupressus macrocarpa. Monterey Cypress. C. 
Widely used for tall evergreen hedges and wind- 
breaks. Rich deep green. 1-gallon containers, 
each 35c; 5-gal., 3-4 feet, $1.25; 4-5 ft., $1.50. 
Italian Cypress 
Cupressus sempervirens. Italian Cypress. C. 
Our trees are grown from cuttings of very fine 
symmetrical trees, insuring perfect uniformity. 
l-gallon containers ................ $ .60 
5-gallon containers, or balled, 4-5 feet 2.00 
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Baltled;-6-8:' feet a. Sw en ee 4.50 
Balled, 8-10 feet)... ie. me cs oe ow 7.50 
Balled, 10-12 feet ~.....(-y.)a0 5. ee 10.00 
Balledj-12214S feet os won 6 oad ete 15.00 
Boxed, 16-18 feet ................. 37.50 
Boxed, .18-20: feet) 2 6... nc eae 45.00 
Boxed, 20-22 feet .......... 57.50 to 75.00 
Boxed, 22-24 feet .......... 65.00 to 87.50 
Boxed, 24-26 feet .......... 87.50 to 96.50 
Boxed, 26-34 feet ......... 96.50 to 150.00 
Cryptomeria 
CRYPTOMERIA globosa nana. C. Dwarf plumy 
conifer from the Orient, which forms a perfectly 
rounded plant. Beautiful for specimen planting, 
in pots and in groups on the lawn. 1-galion con- 
tainers, each $1.00; 5-gal. $2.00. 
Maidenhair Tree 
GINKGO biloba. Maidenhair Tree. D. Hand- 
some tree with foliage like that of Maidenhair 
Fern, turning brilliant yellow in autumn. 3-4 
feet, each $1.75; 4-5 feet, each $2.25. 
Silk Oak 
GREVILLEA robusta. Tall growing slender tree, 
with fern-like leaves and golden yellow flowers 
that cover the branches in summer. Drouth and 
heat resistant, and splendid for parkway planting. 
1-gallon containers, 60c; 5-gal. $1.75. 
Harpullia 
HARPULLIA arborea. A rare tree of handsome 
proportions, growing to a height of 50 feet. Has 
shining evergreen foliage, forming a dense, round 
top. About Christmas time it becomes laden with 
brilliant, strawberry-red fruits or seed pods in 
great clusters, making a handsome display. 5-gal- 
lon containers, $2.50. 
Ficus 
RUBBER TREE 
FICUS ELASTICA. In locations free from heavy 
frosts this Rubber Tree makes a beautiful, large, 
spreading tree with a huge trunk and heavy 
branches; it may be kept as a smaller ornamental 
tree by pruning. Much used as ornamental speci- 
mens in tubs or pots. 5-gal. containers, 4-6 ft., 
$3.50; larger specimens priced on application. 
FICUS nitida. One of the most beautiful and 
effective trees that can be grown in Southern 
California. Magnificent specimens of this small 
leaved rubber are an important feature in the 
beautiful landscape setting of Balboa Park in San 
Diego. It also is one of the most prominent trees 
in Mexico for avenue planting, where it is known 
as Laurel. Trimmed or natural it has no equal for 
luxuriant effect, clothed with shining green foli- 
age. Tree-shaped standards with rounded tops, 
2-3 ft., $4.50; 3-4 ft., $6.50; 6-7 ft., $17.50. 
FICUS rubiginosa. (F. australis). A large 
spreading tree with much smaller leaves than F. 
elastica, shining deep green above, velvety brown 
underneath. It trims well into any form, making 
a fine pot plant, or trimmed standard for the 
entrance of doorways. Some of the largest trees 
in California are of this variety. 5-gal. contain- 
ers, 4-5 ft., $2.50; tubs, $12.50. 
Hymenosporum 
HYMENOSPORUM flavum. Australia. A very 
fine tree growing to a height of 25 feet. Has 
long deep green, glossy leaves and bears a great 
profusion of yellow tubular flowers which are ex- 
tremely fragrant. Thrives in any location not ex- 
posed to temperature extremes. (Although this 
tree has tor many years been highly favored in 
California for its beauty and fragrance, it has not 
become widely known because plants have always 
been scarce and difficult to obtain.) Fine trees, 
4-5 ft., in 5-gal. containers, $1.75; 1-gal., 75c. 
Jacaranda 
JACARANDA mimosaefolia. One of our most 
attractive evergreen flowering trees, with fern- 
like foliage. In June and July they are covered 
with large trusses of bright lavender-blue flow- 
ers. Blooms well if not kept too wet; likes a 
sunny dry position; requires pruning to be kept 
in shape. A valuable tree for street planting. 
Ba containers, 212-3 ft., 60c; 5-gal., 4-6 ft., 
Crepe Myrtle 
LAGERSTROEMIA indica. D. Tall shrub or small 
tree that is a glorious sight in summer, covered 
with large panicles of crepe-like flowers. Thrives 
best away from the Coast. Five beautiful colors, 
lavender, purple, pink, watermelon red, white. 
1-gallon containers, 60c; 5-gallon containers, 4-5 
feet, each $1.75. 
Primrose Tree 
LAGUNARIA pattersoni. Medium sized, pyra- 
midal tree from Australia that bears a profusion 
of handsome pink, hibiscus-like flowers. Leaves 
are deep green above, silver green below. An 
especially fine garden and avenue tree near the 
coast. 1-gallon container, 60c; 5-gal. $1.75. 
Liquidambar 
LIQUIDAMBAR sstyraciflua. Sweet Gum. D. 
One of the few trees that turns brilliant. colors 
in autumn in California; shapely, with maple-like 
foliage. 5-gallon container, 4-5 feet, each $2.00; 
5-6 feet, $2.50. 
Tulip Tree 
LIRIODENDRON tulipifera. Tulip Tree. D. A 
straight, symmetrical tree with large, handsome 
leaves and tulip-shaped flowers of green, golden 
Orange. 5-gallon containers, 4-5 feet, each $2.00. 
Magnolia 
MAGNOLIA grandiflora. Big Laurel. Native of 
South America, Large leaves, dark green, glossy 
on the upper side, underside of rust-brown felty 
appearance. Flowers large, white, cup-shaped, very 
fragrant; blooms in August. The tree is of stately 
appearance and deserves to be planted more free- 
ly in the garden and on boulevards. 5-gal., 4-5 
ft., $1.75; 1-gallon containers, 75c. 

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