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Tea Trees 
Leptospermum chapmani (Pink Tea Tree). It attains a height of 
about 8 feet and grows with a generally erect form. The flowers 
which are borne heavily during late spring and early summer are 
of a beautiful rose pink color that combines beautifully with the 
delicate foliage of the slender stems. Gal. 40c; 5-gal. $1.70. 
Leptospermum laevigatum (Australian Tea Tree). The grayish 
foliage which heavily covers the very fine stems, lends a very 
graceful symmetry to this plant. The branches are generously cov- 
ered with small white flowers, resembling apple blossoms, during 
the spring. This tree attains a height of 15 feet, is sun loving, and 
especially drought resistant. Gal. 40c; 5-gal. $1.70. 
Leptospermum reevsi (Compact Tea Bush). This variety is com- 
paratively new and should be used in place of the laevigatum 
where a low shrubby growth is desired. Gal. 40c; 5-gal. $1.70. 
Lepiospermum scoparium nicholsi (Red Leptospermum). A slow 
growing, sun loving variety that is extremely colorful during its 
period of summer bloom. The flowers are a beautiful light red and 
appear in profusion on the fine stems, which are well covered with 
a very lacy foliage of quite a reddish cast. Gal. 45c; 5-gal. $1.70. 
Privets for Hedges 
Ligustrum Japonica (Japanese Privet). Large dark green leaves, 
grows very fast, and the best privet for a large hedge. Gal. 40c; 
flat of 100 plants $1.50. 
Ligustrum Nepalense (Nepal Privet). Smaller leaves than the 
above and more suitable as a small hedge. Gal. 40c; flat of 100 
plants $1.70. 
Ligustrum Ovalifolium Variegatum (Variegated Privet). Much the 
same as Nepalense, except for golden variations in the leaves. 
Gal. 35c; flat of 100 plants $2.00. 
Wax Leaf Ligustrum 
LIGUSTRUM TEXANUM (Wax Leaf Ligustrum). The beautiful 
glossy green foliage and graceful arching stems make this one of 
the best evergreen shrubs we have ever seen. In spring covered 
with rich creamy white clusters of fragrant flowers. Hardy in all 
respects and grows equally well in sun or shade. Approximate 
height is about 5 feet. l-gal. 40c; 5-gal. $1.70. 
Ligustrum Coriaceum. Beautiful dark green leathery leaves and 
compact habit of growth, makes this one of the best foliage plants 
that we know of for planting in the shade. Grows to a height of 
about 2 to 3 feet and is hardy. Gal. 60c. 
Lemon Verbena 
Lippia citriodora. This is a large growing, rather irregular shrub 
which has long been famous for its aromatic foliage. The flowers 
appear throughout the summer in tiny clusters resembling an old- 
fashioned bouquet. The leaves are long and slender and give 
off a delightful aroma when crushed. This shrub responds well to 
consistent pruning. Gal. 40c. 
Oregon Holly-grape 
Mahonia aquifolia. Low shrub about 4 feet high with erect stems 
clothed in glossy, dark green holly-like leaves. The yellow clusters 
of flowers borne in spring produce grape-like fruits in autumn. In 
cool winters the foliage assumes a pretty red or bronze hue. Useful 
in shaded patios or will stand sun if well watered. Gal. 45c; 
5-gal. $1.70. 
Mahonia ilicifolia COMPACTA (Compact Holly-grape). A decided 
improvement on the above. Dense slow growth, heavier, glossier 
foliage. Excellent specimen plant. Gal. 60c; 12-15 in. $2.00. 
Medicago aurea. An ornamental variety of Alfalfa which makes 
a very showy shrub when used in the garden. Presents a mass 
of small yellow, sweetpea-like flowers during the summer and 
grows into a spreading, globe-shaped bush. Gal. 45c; 5-gal. $1.70. 
Metrosideros tomentosa. In New Zealand a large tree but we 
are lucky to keep it a small bushy shrub. Related to the Bottle 
Brush, it bears deep red flowers set well into the greyish-green 
foliage. New growth is quite silvery and would appear about the 
Yuletide in New Zealand, the seasons being reversed. Gal. 50c; 
5-gal. $1.70. 
African Box 
Myrsine africana (African Boxwood). Dworf, dark green shrub 
useful as a substitute for Boxwood in hedges. Smaller foliage, com- 
pact growth and reddish stems make an attractive shrub. Graceful 
habit and easy culture. Stands shearing well. Gal. 60c; 5-gal. $1.90. 

LARGE-LEAVED MYRTLE 
Bottle Brushes 
These unique shrubs are grown in Southern California mostly for 
their unusual flowers. The stamens are the most conspicuous part 
of the flower and appear like the bristles on a bottle brush. Easy to 
grow, being content with poor soil and little care. The seed pods 
remain attached for many years, and although bark colored are 
ornamental. 
Melaleuca armillaris (Australian Melaleuca). Long drooping 
stems clothed in deep green small leaves. Flowers white. Gal. 40c; 
5-gal. $1.70. 
Melaleuca decussata (Lilac Bottle Brush). Tiny leaves densely 
clothe the stems. Brushes a beautiful lilac about an inch in length. 
Summer. Gal. 40c; 5-gal. $1.70. 
Melaleuca hypericifolia (Scarlet Bottle Brush). Perhaps the largest 
and showiest. Brushes here a bright scarlet. Summer. Gal. 40c; 
S-gal. $1.50. 
Melaleuca nesophila (Pink Bottle Brush). Very hardy. Bright 
green foliage and lovely lavender-pink brushes. Summer. A good 
shrub for screen planting, very drought resistant. Gal. 40c; 5-gal. 
$1.70. : 
Myoporum laetum. An excellent shrub for screen planting. Best 
along the coast but will do well inland. Small dark green leaves 
forming a dense mass of foliage from the ground up. White flowers 
spotted purple. Sun or part shade. Gal. 40c. 
Myrtles 
Myrtus buxifolia (Large-leaved Myrtle). Foliage plant of generous 
proportions. Bright green glossy leaves set close on fine stems 
make on excellent dense mass of foliage, which in spring are en- 
livened with creamy-white jewels of flowers, followed by blue-black 
kerries. Gal. 40c; 5-gal. $1.70. 
Myrtus communis compacta (Compact Myrtle). Very small leaves 
and extremely compact habit and slow growth make this a good 
plant for low hedges (18 in. high) or small 2-foot specimen plants. 
Gal. 40c; 5-gal. $1.70. 
Myrtus communis variegata (Variegated Myrtle). Larger growing 
sort, much like Myrtus buxifolia, except for the leaves, which have 
creamy-white variegations. Gal. 40c. 
MYRTUS COMMUNIS MINIMA (Small-leaved Myrtle). The dwarf- 
est form of Myrtle, and excellent as a low border or as specimens 
in the rockery, where they may be pruned to represent wind-swept 
trees. As a border plant it retains its low, neat habit indefinitely 
without sharing. Gal. 45c; 5-gal. $1.70. 
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