
HEAVENLY BAMBOO 
NANDINA DOMESTICA. Not really a bamboo at 
all, although the new growth comes from a clump. 
Gives brilliant shades of color varying with the sea- 
sons. In cool weather the foliage takes on a brilliant 
scarlet with red berries, and at other seasons the 
stiff, straight stems are green, shading to bronzy 
red. Large, loose spikes of white, star-shaped flowers 
appear in spring and early summer. Fine in either 
sun or shade, with sun bringing out the best colors. 
COLORFUL OLEANDERS 
NERIUM (Oleander). The Oleander is an old favorite, 
and rightly so because of its extreme hardiness and 
the ease in caring for it. Showy shrubs or small trees 
to 12 feet, the fine varieties we offer will bring 
brilliant color wherever planted. They like it in hot 
regions or near the coast, and will thrive on little 
water and almost any soil condition. The gay flowers, 
which cover the shrub most of the year, are quite 
fragrant, and will add much to your garden. Avail- 
able in double salmon, red, white and double pink. 
THE CURIOUS OCHNA 
OCHNA MULTIFLORA. An interesting and curious 
plant at any season of the year. An importation 
from Africa, this shrub is of medium size and suit- 
able for use in every garden. The masses of yellow 
flowers in spring are followed by bright red seed 
pods, which open and expose shining black seeds. 
Seed pods are finding increased favor in home decora- 
tions, and this shrub will be a welcome one. Thrives 
in sun or part shade. 
SWEET OLIVE 
OSMANTHUS FRAGRANS. Excellent foliage with 
tiny white flowers of delightful fragrance make this 
tall shrub of importance in many gardens. Trained 
against a wall or used in backgrounds, Sweet Olive 
will make itself known. Will grow to 10 feet in sun 
or part shade. 
DWARF OTAHEITE ORANGE 
Although the small oranges are of no edible value, 
this striking dwarf orange shrub makes a welcome 
companion for Meyer Lemon and Rangpur Lime. 
Glossy citrus foliage, and the small orange-like fruits 
made a nice appearance in any shrubbery border or 
as a specimen. 
CHINESE PHOTINIA 
PHOTINIA SERRULATA. One of the finest large 
shrubs for California. The large, glossy leathery leaves 
are finely toothed, and vary in color from a bronze 
shade when young to a dark green. In autumn, the 
shrub takes on a reddish tint, and in the spring large 
heads of white flowers literally cover the plant. 
Grows to eight or 10 feet. 
USEFUL PITTOSPORUMS 
PITTOSPORUM TOBIRA. A _ dense, round-headed 
shrub, much used for foundation planting or for a 
full hedge. Deep green leaves, quite stiff, with 
fragrant creamy white flowers in spring resembling 
orange blossoms. Has long been an_ indispensable 
shrub. Usually stays at five feet, but will grow to 
10 under good conditions. Easy to care for and quite 
drought resistant. 
Velvety Princess Flower 
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