Punica 
DWARF POMEGRANATE 
PUNICA GRANATUM NANA. One of the best 
plants we know for border work or for miniature 
specimens. Plants very dwarf, compact and bushy 
and are almost always covered with large bright 
red blossoms and fruit which present a beautiful 
and striking appearance. May be grown in pots 
for decorative plants if kept out of doors or on 
the porch. 24-inch pots, 15¢; 1-gallon contain- 
ers, 50c; 5-gal. $1.50. 
Pyracantha 
FIRETHORN 
These are of special value as ornamental shrubs; 
their profusion of bloom during the early spring, 
and their brightly colored berries, carried well 
through the winter make them very attractive 
subjects. They should be planted only in a sunny 
position, where there is no danger of overwater- 
ing. 
PYRACANTHA DUVALLI. Selection from P. 
formosana, chosen for the great masses of bril- 
liant red berries. 1-gallon container, 75¢ and 
$1.00; 5-gal. $1.75 and $2.50. 
PYRACANTHA YUNNANENSIS. Yunnan Fire- 
thorn. Fine shrub of low, spreading growth, and 
large glossy foliage. Large berries, brilliant red 
and very glossy, somewhat flattened, are borne 
in great profusion. 1-gaflon container, 50¢c; 5- 
gal. $1.50. 
PYRACANTHA FORMOSANA. By far the most 
spectacular of all the red berried shrubs, this 
species has berries as large as some of the Haw- 
thorns, in enormous masses. The branches be- 
come so laden with berries that the stems and 
foliage are often hidden. They are glossy deep 
red, effective for cut decorations. The shrubs 
have a good habit and shapely form. 1-galfon 
containers, 50c; 5-gal. $1.50. 
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Raphiolepis 
RAPHIOLEPIS UMBELLATA. Beautiful broad, 
dark green-leaved shrub, growing about 4 ft. in 
height. Covered in summer with large clusters of 
pinkish white flowers, followed by shiny black 
berries. Makes a desirable specimen, of rather 
cuss growth. 1-gallon containers, 50c; 5-gal. 
RAPHIOLEPIS INDICA ROSEA. A most satis- 
factory shrub, low growing, 3 to 5 feet high, 
with handsome leathery deep green leaves and 
large clusters of fragrant pink flowers, which are 
followed by black fruits. Needs no pruning, grows 
anywhere, with good drainage and full sun. 1- 
gallon container, 75c¢; 5-gal. $2.00. 
Reinwardtia 
YELLOW FLAX 
REINWARDTIA TRIGYNA. The bushy plants 
are covered nearly the year ‘round with large 
golden yellow blossoms, especially showy in the 
winter. They are effective in the shrubbery bor- 
der where their golden flowers make brilliant 
spots of color. 1-gallon containers, 40c, 
Rhododendron 
The Rhododendrons, like the Azaleas to which 
they are closely related, make a luxurious display 
of color in shaded positions, in large rockeries, 
or under trees in northern exposures, and in can- 
yons. They require an acid soil, and may be 
grown in pots or tubs as patio plants. 
_ RHODODENDRON HYBRIDS. Fine hardy varie- 
ties in hues| of pink, rose, crimson, orchid and 
white. Grafted varieties $7.50 to $15.00. 
Romneya 
MATILIJA POPPIES 
The Queen of California’s native flowers. Rom- 
neya coulteri. Huge blossoms with crepe-like pure 
white petals, with centers of golden stamens. 
Plant them in sunny places, and revel in their 
beauty year after year. l-gallon container, 85c. 
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Rosemary 
ROSMARINUS 
ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS. A _ hardy shrub, 
with narrow, dark green leaves, silvery beneath, 
which are very aromatic, and used for seasoning. 
1-gallon containers, 40c; 5-gal. $1.50. 
TRAILING ROSEMARY 
For sunny slopes, or to trail over rocks and 
walls here is a most valuable and effective plant. 
Its silvery gray foliage and pale blue flowers 
make a beautiful cascade effect of soft color, in 
lovely contrast to the deep greens and brighter 
colors in surrounding parts of the garden. 24- 
inch pots, each, 20c; 10 for $1.80; 1-gallon con- 
tainers, each, 50c. 
Solanum 
Blue flowering shrubs are not plentiful, so 
these Solanums are highly desirable for the rich 
blue color they bring to the garden. 
SOLANUM RANTONETTI. A_ graceful shrub 
which can be trained as a climber, with violet 
colored flowers, l-inch across, in great masses 
covering the spreading branches. 1-galfon con- 
tainers, 50c; 5-gal. $1.50. 
Sollya 
SOLLYA HETEROPHYLLA. (Australian Blue- 
bell.) Low growing, sometimes trailing shrub 
with dark green leaves, and wiry stems. Bears 
quantities of dark blue, bell-shaped flowers. May 
be kept compact and bushy by frequent trimming. 
Excellent for a border in this shape, 1-gallon 
containers, 60c; 5-gal. $1.75. 
Streptosolen 
STREPTOSOLEN JAMESONI. One of those flori- 
ferous shrubs that make Southern California 
plantings so bright and colorful. Half climbing 
or rounded in form, and bears masses of rich 
orange-red, and golden flowers, almost continu- 
ously. Will not stand much frost. 1-gallon con- 
tainers, 60c; 5-gal., $1.75. 
Veronica 
Shrubs of medium size and roundish compact 
form. Flowers are borne in spikes, and the leaves 
are oval, and opposite, thickly set on the stems. 
Very attractive for grouping or for borders and 
hedges. Adapted to most any soil condition and 
exposure, although particularly to regions near 
the coast, from San Diego to San Francisco, thriv- 
ing where there are fogs and strong breezes. 
VERONICA CHATHAMICA. This little shrub 
has great character and individuality, with dense- 
ly placed glossy green leaves. Its dwarf habit 
of growth makes it one of the most charming 
subjects for rockeries and dish gardens, where it 
gives the effect of a little old tree. 
VERONICA DECUSSATA. (elliptica). 
dwarf, leaves rounded, medium sized. 
large, deep blue. 
VERONICA SALICIFOLIA VAR. CARNEA. One 
of the most beautiful in the genus, with narrow 
dark green, glossy leaves, and long slender spikes 
of bright rose-pink flowers. Grows about 4 feet 
high, compact. 
VERONICA TRAVERSI. A _ splendid low-grow- 
ing shrub with closely set, small, deep green 
leaves somewhat resembling boxwood. For fore- 
grounds and edgings it is a fine subject. 
Rather 
Flowers 
Price of any of the Veronicas: 1-gallon contain- 
ers, 50c; 5-gal., $1.50. 
Tecoma 
TECOMA SMITHII. An unusual variety, up- 
right in habit with great clusters of golden yel- 
low trumpet-shaped flowers. Most effective shrub 
for coastal districts. 1-gal. 75¢; 5-gal. $1.75. 
TECOMA STANS. Erect growing, reaching eight 
to ten feet, unless trimmed. The ends of every 
branch are covered at times with great clusters 
of showy yellow trumpet-shaped flowers. Excep- 
tionally fine in coastal areas. 1-gallon contain- 
ers, 75¢; 5-gal. $1.75. 

LION’S TAIL, see page 57 
Viburnum 
VIBURNUM BURKWOODI. A splendid bushy 
plant, and one of the most valuable novelties yet 
introduced, growing about 4 feet high, semi-ever- 
green, with rich glossy foliage which turns pur- 
plish bronze in winter. Large clusters of waxy- 
white flowers of gardenia-like fragrance. A véry 
hardy plant that does well in a sunny, well- 
drained position, with plenty of moisture. 1-gal- 
lon container, 85¢; 5-gal. $2.00. 
VIBURNUM JAPONICUM. Beautiful substantial 
shrub, with large, handsome glossy green leaves, 
as fine as those of English Laurel. A grand plant 
for specimen and mass planting in the shade. 
1-gallon container, 50c; 5-gal. $1.50. 
VIBURNUM SUSPENSUM. V. sandankwa. At- 
tains a height of 12 ft. at times, and is very lux- 
uriant and bushy in growth. Its large, heavily 
veined dark green leaves are borne very close 
together, making it very desirable for specimens, 
or mass planting. Bears clusters of white blos- 
soms. Will stand a fairly moist location, even in 
partial shade. 1-gallon containers, 50c; 5-gal. 
$1.75. 
VIBURNUM TINUS. Laurustinus. Large or 
medium sized shrub, with medium sized, very 
dark green leaves. Flowers are borne in large flat 
clusters, and vary from white to rosy pink, with 
a peculiar fragrance; followed by black berries. 
Splendid hedge or trimmed specimen. 1-gallon 
containers, 50c; 5-gal. $1.75. 
Xylosma 
XYLOSMA SENTICOSA. A rare plant from 
China, and one of the finest for Southern Cali- 
fornia. Grows about 5 feet high, with graceful 
branches and beautifully shiny green foliage. Be- 
cause of its handsome foliage, we consider it one 
of the most useful of all shrubs for many pur- 
poses, specimen and group planting, and it is ideal 
for growing in espalier form. {It thrives in any 
good garden soil, and does well in hot locations. 
1-gallon container, 75c; 5-gal. $2.00. 
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