

CARPENTERIA CALIFORNICA 
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SWEET MYRTLE 
Myrtus communis buxifolia. Far superior to the old com- 
munis variety. Inch-long, fragrant leaves grow thickly over 
a plant that when fully grown will be about 5 ft. in height 
and 6 ft. in width. By pruning, the plant may be kept within 
a 3 to 4 ft. space. Trimmed, the plants will form a perfect 
dark green hedge. Hardy to either extreme heat or cold. 
For best results plant in sun. Balled, bushy 3-3% ft., $3.00; 
Dips it oe 502 22234 ity Sie805=cals containers, $1.00; gal. 
containers, 40c. 
Myrtus communis compacta. With no pruning these re- 
markable plants will grow compactly round to a height of 
2% ft., just the right size to group under low windows or 
at intersections of walks or drives. Grown as a trimmed 
hedge of from 1 to 3 ft. it is an ideal plant. Small white 
flowers and purple berries. Sun. Extremely hardy. Balled, 
full 15-18 in., $1.50; 5-gal. containers, $1.50; gal. containers, 
40c; flats of about 100 plants, $2.50. 
Myrtus thymifolia minima. The most compact little plant 
of our acquaintance. Tiny, shining leaves cover the plant so 
closely you can’t see into it at all. For low borders or 
hedges or for use in the rock garden it is quite outstanding. 
Plant in the sun. Hardy. 1% ft. 5-gal. containers, $1.50; 
gal. containers, 40c. 
HEAVENLY BAMBOO 
Nandina domestica. Many stiff upright stems softened 
throughout by narrow leaves that first appear a bronzy-red, 
change to a luscious green and in winter, if planted in the 
sun, dons flashy garments of brilliant scarlet. In spring each 
stem displays a raceme of white pea-shaped flowers. Bright 
red berries follow the flowers. Growing quite upright it may 
be confined in a narrow space. Sun or shade. Hardy. 5 ft. 
Balled, bushy 3-3% ft, $2.25; 214-3 ft., $2.00; 2-2 ft., $1.80; 
5-gal. containers, $1.75; gal. containers, 40c. 
CHINESE PHOTINIA 
Photinia serrulata. In hot, dry interior regions as well as 
near the coast this 8-10 ft. shrub with large glossy leathery 
leaves is one of our finest. Chill autumn nights paint many 
of the leaves in shades of maroon and glistening scarlet, 
presenting an effect that will remind you Eastern folk of 
frost and fall leaves. Clouds of white flowers in dense heads 
during spring. Sun. Not fussy as to soil or weather con- 
ditions. 5-gal. containers, $1.75; gal. containers, 50c. 
OLEANDERS 
Nerium Oleander. From the hottest desert areas to the 
coast this shrub thrives and through summer and fall dis- 
plays a continuous wealth of bloom equalled by few other 
plants. Takes kindly to most any soil and requires practically 
no attention. Sun or part shade. Hardy. 
Bettie. Large light pink flowers, tinted with rosy pink, that 
open wide to display their rich shadings. Balled, bushy 4-5 
ft., $3.00; 3-4 ft. $1.80; 5-gal. containers, $1.50; gal. con- 
tainers, 40c. 
Cherry Red. Large flowers of vivid scarlet. Balled, 3-4 
ft., $1.80; 5-gal. containers, $1.50; gal. containers, 40c. 
Double Rose. Huge double flowers of deep rose. Balled, 
6-7 ft., $4.50; 5-6 ft., $3.75; 4-5 ft. $2.25; 3-4 ft., $1.80; 5-gal. 
containers, $1.50; gal. containers, 40c. 
Mrs. Roeding. Semi-double salmon pink. 5-gal. containers, 
$1.50; gal. containers, 40c. 
Single White. Ivory white. Balled, 3-4 ft. $1.80; 5-gal. 
containers, $1.50; gal. containers, 40c. 
Single Yellow. Bears the heaviest foliage of all the olean- 
ders. Balled, 4-5 ft., $3.00; 5-gal. containers, $1.50; gal. con- 
tainers, 40c. 
BRILLIANT OCHNA 
Ochna multiflora. Should be a popular shrub for its thick 
covering of brilliant foliage alone. Happy yellow flowers in 
spring are followed by a profusion of brilliant l-inch scarlet 
seed capsules that give the appearance of thickly clustered 
fruits hanging through the shrub. Remaining on the plant 
for several months, the fiery capsules provide a most un- 
usual display. We predict a great future for Ochna. 4-5 ft. 
Sun or part shade. Hardy. Gal. containers, $1.00. 
V FALSE HOLLY 
Osmanthus Aquifolium. Deeply cut holly-like leaves that 
maintain a varnished appearance at all times. A quite versa- 
tile plant in that it lends itself exceedingly well to espalier 
forms, grows into a thick hedge if trimmed or produces a 
shrub of handsome proportions when used as a specimen 
shrub either in pots or in the ground. Planted in the shade, 
extremes of temperature, either heat or cold, will not affect 
it. An excellent plant in every respect. 5-gal. containers, 
$2.00; gal. containers, 60c. 
SWEET OLIVE 
Osmanthus fragrans. Sweet Olive. Sweet indeed! Not 
with the overpowering fragrance of gardenia but a soft, 
elusive odor that reminds you of a perfume you should be 
able to remember, but cannot. Magnificent well foliaged 
shrub to 8 ft. that is perfectly hardy in either sun or shade 
but the brilliant foliage loses a little of its brightness in full 
sunlight. Makes an excellent plant. A little peat or leaf mold 
helps. Balled 2-2%4 ft., $2.50; 5-gal. containers, $2.50; gal. 
containers, 60c. 
Osmanthus Fortunei. A cross between the Sweet Olive 
and Osmanthus Aquifolium that combines the most excellent 
qualities of each—polished Holly-like leaves to 3 inches long, 
a pleasing habit of upright growth and small white flowers 
that smell good enough to eat. Part shade. Hardy. 5-gal. 
containers, $2.50; gal. containers, 85c. 
CALIFORNIA HOLLY 
Photinia arbutifolia, One of our finest native shrubs. Dark 
heavy foliage on a 8-10 ft. plant. Small white flowers de- 
velop into dense clusters of bright berries that are used 
extensively for house decorations at Christmas time. Grows 
rapidly in sun or part shade and is not affected by frost. 
Requires little attention but does appreciate good drainage. 
Go easy on the fertilizer. 5-gal. containers, $2.00; gal. con- 
tainers, 60c. 


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