MONROE, MICHIGAN [31 ] Born 1850 and Still Growing 
DESMODIUM 
Desmodium rubrum (Lespedeza bicolor). The Des- 
modinm is mostly listed as a perennial, as it dies down 
in Winter, but is perfectly hardy. It is valuable for 
planting in front of shrubbery and its long, drooping 
racemes of purplish rose flowers are distinctly orna- 
mental. 

DEUTZIA 
An attractive shrub in early Summer because of their 
wealth of flowers. Mostly white, some tinged with pink. 
They do best in well drained soil with plenty of humus. 
Should be planted in a protected position. 
Deutzia gracilis (Slender Deutzia). One of the best 
of the dwarf shrubs growing low and dense. Not more 
than 3 ft. high; have racemes of white flowers borne 
on graceful arches and branches. 
D. Lemoinei (Lemoine Deutzia). Hybrid species grow- 
ing to a broad, rounded bush about 5 ft. high with 
large clusters of white flowers. One of the hardiest 
varieties. 
D. Pride of Rochester (Pride of Rochester Deutzia). 
Another hybrid species, vigorous growing with double 
white flowers shaded pink on the outside, borne in 
early June. A distinct and valuable variety growing 
to about 8 ft. high. 


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Forsythia Suspensa (Weeping Golden Bell) 
ELAEAGNUS 
Elaeagnus angustifolia (Russian Olive). A dense-growing, hardy 
deciduous tree or shrub growing to a height of 20 ft., with small, 
gray-green leaves, silvery beneath. Excellent for dense masses or for 
screen and windbreak purposes. In early Summer has double flow- 
ers which emit a delightful, spicy fragrance. 
E. argentea (Silver Berry). Attractive and distinctive ornamental 
shrub with silvery fuzzy leaves. Fragrant flowers followed by silvery 
fruit. Grows to 12 ft. See color plate, page 36. 
EUONYMUS ~— Spindletree 
Deciduous shrubs or small trees. Gorgeous in its Fall coloring of 
foliage. Upright varieties listed below while low-spreading varieties 
will be found under Broadleaf Evergreens. 
Euonymus alatus (Winged Euonymus). A wide-spreading decidu- 
ous shrub to 8 ft. or more. Distinguished by its wing branches. The 
leaves turn old rose to flaming crimson in Fall and when these have 
‘ i boi est fallen, small but numerous bright colored fruits are conspicuous. 
Fruit of Elaeagnus Angustifolia Widely used in borders or massed plantings or planted singly. 
Euonymus alatus compactus. Dwarf form of the above variety. Very 
useful in border planting as it is of low, compact growth. Fine also where 
small specimen plants are desired. See color plate, page 36. 
E. americanus (Brook Euonymus, or Strawberrybush). Grows to a height 
of 5 to 8 ft., showy in Fall with pink, warty fruits and scarlet covered seeds. 
Thrives in partial shade and rather moist soil. 
E. europaeus (European Burningbush). A deciduous shrub or tree growing 
to a height of 25 ft.; very showy in the Fall with smooth, pinkish red fruits. 
Hang like Christmas tree ornaments all over the bush as Winter advances. 
These fruit buds break open displaying bright scarlet heads. 
E. yedoensis (Yeddo Euonymus). A tree-like shrub with stiff, upright 
branches forming a round top. Has greenish flowers and rose-colored fruits 
which remain long after leaves have fallen. 
FORSYTHIA - Golden Bell 
Hardy deciduous shrub with a wealth of brilliant yellow flowers appearing 
before the leaves. They are among the showiest of Spring flowering shrubs. 
Forsythias are not particular as to soil and do well in partial shade as well as 
in open. They have an excellent foliage value with slender, clean looking 
leaves, being carried late into the Fall and sometimes becoming handsomely 
olive or purplish in color. Four of the best species are offered by Greening 
Forsythia intermedia (Border Golden Bell). A hybrid of the Forsythia 
suspensa with slender, arching branches and dark green, lustrous leaves. 
One of the first to bloom in the Spring. Grows 8 to 10 ft. 
F. suspensa (Weeping Golden Bell). A species growing to 8 ft. or more with 
slender branches often bending to the ground and rooting at the tip. In 
bloom it forms a golden yellow mound and can be trained over a trellis 
walk or wall effectively. 
F. suspensa fortunei (Fortune Golden Bell). A vigorous, upright grower 
finally developing into arching branches. Very conspicuous in appearance 
—its golden flowers continuing a long time. Height 8 to 10 ft.——making a 
splendid plant for borders. —_ 
F. suspensa spectabilis (Showy Golden Bell). The most prolific bloomer 
of all Forsythias having the largest and showiest flowers. Foliage is deep 
green, flowers deeper yellow than other varieties. Grows toa height of 8 ft. 
Compact, erect and dense in form. Hibiscus (Rose-of-Sharon) 
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