SPECIAL ITEMS 
Banksia Rose (Rosa Banksiae)—This is the lovely Lady Bank's Rose which 
is well known for its beauty throughout the South. These rapid growing 
plants are covered in their season with vast numbers of double white or 
yellow flowers of rich fragrance. 6” pots, $1.00. 
Cherokee Rose (Rosa Laevigata)—This is the old favorite White Cherokee 
Rose which has possessed the roadside fences in many southern states, 
making a beautiful show of color in early Spring. 6" pots, $1.00. 
Daphne Odora Marginata—Pink Daphne—A native of China, this hand- 
some plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade, its habit of growth 
being generally globular. It begins to bloom in December, is in full 
bloom in early January when it presents a spectacle of rare beauty. In 
addition it is the most fragrant plant of which we know. We feel confident 
that it is destined to become one of the most popular introductions in the 
East. ALSO AVAILABLE IN WHITE. 6-9: $1.25; -9-12', “$1.79; 12-15=, 
A207 1o-10) be,U0; 16:24 $4.50.224-30. $6.00; 
Michelia Fuscata—Known quite widely as the ‘banana shrub” since its 
small magnolia-like blossoms smell very much like ripe bananas. It is 
a “must” for every southern garden. Only available this season; large 
specimens. Prices quoted on request. 
Osmanthus Aquifolium (Sweet Holly)—This plant with its holly-like leaves 
is quite often mistaken for real holly. It is a profuse bloomer in late fall 
and the flowers are very fragrant. It can be used as a specimen or as a 
hedge plant. 6” pots, $1.00 to 3-4’, $2.50. 
Osmanthus Fragrans (Tea Olive)—Similar to Aquifolium but with slightly 
toothed or smooth foliage. The late fall flowers have a delicious scent. 
9-6’ specimens, $6.00. 
Podocarpus Maki (Japanese Yew)—A beautiful evergreen with upright 
branching limbs, the plants can be pruned so that they take some desired 
shape, or they may be allowed to grow into small trees. The narrow 
leaves are about 2¥2 inches long, bright green when young and darker 
when older. An excellent plant for hedges, screens or specimen. 15-18", 
1.50; 18-24", $3.50. 
Pyracantha Formosana—We believe this to be the finest of all the Pyra- 
canthas for growing in the Coastal Regions. For several years we have 
grown it at Orton, and it has proven desirable in every respect. In the 
autumn and winter the shrubs are heavily laden with large clusters of 
brilliant red berries. It does not seem to be so much affected by insect 
and scale damage as do the other species or varieties. 6’ pots, 75c; 
2-3', $2.00; 3-4’, $3.00. 

