

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis. HIBISCUS. Showy evergreen shrubs having 
no superiors in areas free from heavy frosts. Hardy down to 25 
degrees, they like plenty of sunshine and moisture and if given 
these conditions they will produce their immense bright colored 
flowers throughout almost the entire year. We offer the following 
standard colors: large single apricot, pink, scarlet, white and 
yellow; double scarlet and rose. New and rare varieties priced 
on request. Standard varieties, gc 50c; 5gc $1.75. 

MEYER LEMON 
VINES 
Vines for arbors, pergolas, fences, walls and trellis work supply 
luxuriant foliage for screening unsightly views. They give a 
“homey’’ atmosphere and welcome shade when planted on arbors 
and over doorways. Glorious displays of bloom are the reward for 
a little care. Unless otherwise noted prices on following vines— 
ge 50c; S5ge $2.00. 
Antigonon leptopus. MOUNTAINROSE CORALVINE. Sometimes 
called Queen's Wreath, this delightful flowering vine from Mexico 
grows as much as 20 feet in one season after it becomes estab- 
lished. The heavy clusters of dainty rose-pink flowers last for 
months. Should be cut back severely in the winter. 
Bignonia cherere. MEXICAN BLOODTRUMPET. Gorgeous flowering 
vine producing huge clusters of blood-red trumpet shaped flowers 
throughout spring and summer. A strong growing vine with 
evenly distributed, glossy, dark green foliage. Will climb over 
anything. Because of its dense habit can be used as a shade vine 
over a pergola. 
Bignonia violacea. PAINTED TRUMPET. From Bolivia comes this 
tropical flowering vine. The luxuriant glossy foliage makes a 
beautiful background for the delicate violet trumpets in spring and 
summer. Fast growing, it likes to have its roots shaded. 
Clerodendron thomsonae. BLEEDINGHEART GLORYBOWER. A rare 
tropical vine with clusters of white and red flowers that resemble 
Bleeding Hearts. Blooms throughout the whole year; climb by 
twining. Thrives best in partial shade and can be trained as a 
shrub. Protect from frost. gc $1.00. 

Gelsemium sempervirens. CAROLINA YELLOW JESSAMINE. 
Flaunting its topaz-yellow flowers gayly through winter and 
spring, this slender twining vine is indeed a garden jewel. The 
small leaves are bright green and waxy. Evergreen and hardy, 
it is good when space is at a premium. 
Hardenbergia comptoniana. PURPLE VINELILAC. An Australian 
vine that never becomes coarse or woody; has attractive narrow 
evérgreen foliage. In the late winter and spring bears quantities 
of violetblue; pewlike flowers, An excetlent- light -vine-for-train 
ing on posts or for a sunny location where a medium sized vine is 
indicated. 
Tecomaria capensis. CAPE HONEYSUCKLE. One of our most color- 
ful vines with glistening dark green foliage and many clusters of 
bright, orange-scarlet, spectacular flowers into the winter and 
spring. May be grown in tubs or other restricted places. May also 
be grown as a shrub. gc 40c; 5gc $1.85. 
Trachelospermum jasminoides. STAR JASMINE. Fragrant clusters 
of star-shaped flowers give this vine its common name. Leaves 
are dark green, leathery. A hardy vine flourishing equally well 
in sun, shade or part shade. Also can be grown as a bushy small 
shrub. 
CALIFORNIA NATIVES 
Ideal screen plants for well drained dry soils in full sun. 
require little care after they are established. 
They 
Ceanothus cyaneus. MOUNTAIN LILAC. Tall shrub; spreading, 
dark green shiny foliage, soft deep blue flowers through the 
summer. gc 90c; S5gc $1.85. 
Fremontia mexicana. FLANNEL FLOWER. Large shrub, glorious in 
spring with many single orange and gold flowers. Likes hillside 
location. Leaves are fuzzy, olive green. gc 50c; 5gc $2.00. 
Photinia arbutifolia. CALIFORNIA TOYON BERRY. Handsome small 
tree or large shrub with slightly toothed, dark green leaves. Pro- 
duces quantities of brilliant red berries at Christmastime. gc 70c; 
ogc $2.00. 
Romneya coulteri. MATILIJA POPPY. Silvery gray shrub with very 
large crinkled white flowers having a tassled yellow button in the 
center. gc 70c; S5gc $2.00. 

For explanation of how to use shrubs in the home planting 
for Victory, see inside pages 

VISIT THE GARDENLAND OF THE WEST 
Situated. in the heart of the historic Rancho San Pedro, Del Amo 
Nurseries have been proclaimed the most beautiful nursery in the 
West. For more than 20 years Del Amo Nurseries have been re- 
nowned for fine quality plant material; no finer plants can be 
obtained in the entire United States. Landscape architects have 
utilized Gardenland plants in many of the most beautiful estates in 
the Southland. 
Because of our wide selection of hundreds of varieties you can be 
sure we have just the plant you need for that particular location. 
Come to us with your garden problems; let us help you plan a 
beautiful garden. 
Del Amo Nurseries are within easy access of metropolitan Los 
Angeles, about three miles south of Compton, California, at Alameda 
and Del Amo Streets. You are always welcome at this garden 
wonderland of the West. 
TERMS AND CONDITIONS 
PRICES: All prices are f.o.b. Compton, California (except as noted below) 
and are subject to change without notice. On retail purchases in Cali- 
fornia, please add 3% sales tax. 
DELIVERIES: Free delivery within metropolitan Los Angeles on our reg- 
ular truck routes, at our convenience. Other deliveries made at nom- 
inal charge. 
GUARANTEE: We guarantee all plants to be in perfect condition when 
delivered, but accept no responsibility after goods have been accepted 
in good order. 
CONTINGENCIES: All orders and agreements contingent upon any cause 
beyond control of Del Amo Nurseries. 
NOTE: Abbreviations used in this list are: gc, one gallon can; 5gc, five 
gallon can; B&B, balled and burlapped from the field; flat, flat of 100 
plants. 
BOUGAINVILLEA crimson lake. Southern California's most spec- 
tacular vine. Crimson flower bracts give a gorgeous display of 
color from summer into the winter. Keep comparatively dry dur- 
ing the middle of summer and prune severely in spring for best 
color effects. gc 50c; S5ge $2.00. 
