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SHRUBS — Continued 
SNOWBALL, Common (Viburnum opulus sterilis). Very satisfactory, hardy shrub with 
2-3 ft. $1.25 each, $12.50 per doz.; 
beautiful clusters of globular, white flowers in May. 
3-4 ft. $2.00 each; 4—5 ft. $2.50 each. 
SNOWBALL, Oriental (Viburnum tomentosum plicatum). 7 to 8 ft. This more dwarf- 
like type is more extensively used than the old-fashioned Common Snowball. In addition to 
its big white flowers in June, it has beautiful, glossy green foliage throughout the Summer 
turning purplish red in Autumn. 2-3 ft. $1.25 each, $12.50 per doz.; 3-4 ft. $2.00 each, 
$20.00 per doz. 
SNOWBERRY (Symphoricarpos racemosus). 4to5ft. Handsome, dark green foliage and 
a profusion of large, white berries in the Fall. Conspicuous in any border planting. 2-3 ft. 
80c. each, $8.00 per doz.; 3-4 ft. $1.25 each. 
SPIRAEAS. ‘A useful class of shrubs, available in many varieties. The following are especially 
useful since they can be used for both small home planting and larger landscape develop- 
ments. Spireas as a rule are easily grown, inexpensive, adapted to a wide range of soils, 
Hardy in almost all climates. 
Anthony Waterer. 2 ft. Suitable for planting under windows and along shrub borders, 
Flat, rose pink flower clusters in great numbers in June, 
12-15 in. 75c. each, $7.50 per doz.; 
requiring a low-growing plant. 
smaller numbers during the rest of the Summer. 
15-18 in. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz. 
Billiardi (Spiraea billiardi). The Everblooming Spirea. Medium height. 4 to 6 ft. 
and white spikes which are at their best in July but continue until frost. 2-3 ft. 80c. each, 
$8.00 per doz.; 3-4 ft. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.; 4-5 ft. $1.25 each. 
SPIRAEA, Blue (Caryopteris incana). 18 in. 
the Summer. 3 yr. plants, 60c. each, $6.00 per doz. 
Froebeli (Spiraea froebeli). 3 ft. Similar to the Anthony Waterer but 
stronger grower; rose pink flowersin July. 15-18 in. 75c. each, $7.50 per doz.; 
18-24 in. $1,00 each, $10.00 per doz. 
Golden (Spiraea opulifolius luteus). 4 to6 ft. Golden variegated foliage, 
white flowers in early Spring. 3-4 ft. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.; 4-5 ft. 
$1.50 each. 
Korean (Spiraea trichocarpa). One of the newer varieties, resembling Van- 
houttei, blooming 2 to 3 weeks later, extending the season. Pure white, 
2-3 ft. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.; 3-4 ft. $1.50 each, $15.00 per doz. 
Reeves Spirea (Spiraea reevesiama). 5 to6 ft. White flowers borne in clus- 
ters along the branches in May. Differs from Vanhouttei chiefly by having 
larger foliage. 2-3 ft. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.; 3-4 ft. $1.50 each. 
thunbergi (Spiraea thunbergi). 4 to5 ft. A dense, fluffy bush with attrac- 
tive, green, feather-like foliage which turns to beautiful colors of orange and 
red in Autumn. Dainty white flowers; first of the Spireas to blossom in 
Spring. 18-24 in. 75c. each, $7.50 per doz.; 2-3 ft. $1.00 each, $10.00 per 
doz.; 3-4 ft. $1.50 each, $15.00 per doz. 
vanhouttei (Spiraea vanhouttei). 6 to 8 ft. At home almost everywhere 
planted, under the most favorable and unfavorable conditions. Medium 
grower. Often used in foundation plantings, shrub borders, as specimens, 
and put to numerous other uses. Spreading, attractive shrub, good foliage 
and in the early Spring is covered with masses of pure white flowers. 2—3 ft. 
60c. each, $6.00 per doz., $45.00 per 100; 3-4 ft. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz., 
$85.00 per 100. 
STRAWBERRY BUSH (Euonymus americanus). 6 to 7 ft. Leaves bright 
green in Summer, changing to colorful hues in the Fall. The red berries, which 
appear from bursting capsules after the leaves drop are quite showy. 18-24 in. 
$1.00 each, 2—3 ft. $1.25 each, 3-4 ft. $1.75 each. 
SWEET PEPPERBUSH (Clethra alnifolia). 4 to 5 ft. Its medium height lends 
it to many uses in the garden. Spikes fragrant, white flowers in August and 
September when few flowering shrubs are in bloom. 2-3 ft. $1.00 each, $10.00 
per doz.; 3-4 ft. $1.50 each. 
SWEET SHRUB (Calycanthus floridus). 4 to6 ft. An old garden favorite. 
Dark, reddish brown, sweetly scented. May to October. 2-3 ft. $1.00 each, 
$10.00 per doz.; 3-4 ft. $1.50 each, $15.00 per doz. 
TAMARIX (Tamarix africana). 8 to 10 ft. Tall, slender, straggly growing 
tree with beautiful, feather-like foliage. Delicate pink flowers in April. 2-3 ft. 
80c. each, $8.00 per doz.; 3-4 ft. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.; 4-5 ft. $2.00 each. 
VIBURNUM burkwoodi. 6 ft. Waxy, blush-white flowers with gardenia-like 
fragrance produced in early Spring. Semi-evergreen, glossy foliage. A choice 
shrub. 18-24 in. $2.75 each, 2-3 ft. $3.50 each; 3-4 ft. B&B specimens, 
$7.50 each. ¥ ; : 
carfesi. 4 ft. Beautiful new shrub from Korea, producing delicate spice-scent- 
ed, most fragrant, light pink flowers in May and June. One of the most 
popular new shrubs. 18-24 in. $1.75 each, 2-3 ft. $2.50 each. 
HEDGE PLANTS 
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AMUR RIVER PRIVET 
Privet. 
(LIGUSTRUM 
AMURENSE) 
The Southern, evergreen type. Just as hardy as the California Privet and 
more beautiful because it retains its glossy green foliage throughout the aver- 
A rapid, compact grower making a dense hedge ina short time. 
May be kept sheared to almost any height from 1 to 8 feet. May also be used 
as a screen or background where, if permitted to grow freely, it affords a pro- 
fusion of white flowers in May and large quantities of shiny blue berries 
age Winter. 
which hang on throughout Winter. 
CALIFORNIA PRIVET 
(LIGUSTRUM 
OVALIFOLIUM) 
One of the oldest and best known of the hedges. Not as extensively used as 
Dark, glossy green foliage, 
Similar in habits of growth, but not 
the Evergreen Amur, but planted farther north. 
somewhat larger than the Amur River. 
evergreen. 
Prices for Amur River and California Privet 
\ [ a \ Dwarf grower; somewhat perennial-like, 
since in this locality the tops die back to the ground each Winter, but reappear promptly 
on the approach of Spring, affording an abundance of pleasing blue flowers throughout 
Pink 

Winter Jasmine 
VITEX (Chaste-tree). 4 to 5 ft. Large, showy lavender flower spikes from July 
until frost. We offer the Macrophylla, the large-leaf type—also the Incisa, 
the cutleaf. 2-3 ft. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.; 3-4 ft. $1.50 each. 
WEIGELA (Weigela). An old garden shrub which continues to be in demand. 
Used in gardens of all sizes and designs. Our selection of varieties below 
meets the needs of any garden. 
Eva Rathke. 4 to 5 ft. Free bloomer, beginning in June and blooming inter- 
mittently until late Fall. Bright red. 18-24 in. 75c. each, $7.50 per doz.; 
2-3 ft. $1.25 each. 
Floribunda (Weigela floribunda). 7 to 8 ft. A most promising new variety 
resembling Rosea in habit of growth but bright red. One of the better shrubs. 
18-24 in. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.; 2-3 ft. $1.50 each, $15.00 per doz. 
Rosea (Weigela rosea). 7 to 8{ft. Best known and most extensively planted 
of the Pink Weigelas, blooming abundantly in June. 2-3 ft. $1.00 each, 
$10.00 per doz.; 3-4 ft. $1.50 each, $15.00 per doz. 
WINTER JASMINE (Jasminum nudiflorum). Prostrate grower; used for 
covering banks and walls. Profusion of yellow blossoms in early Spring, usually 
March. 3 yr. clumps $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.; 4 yr. clumps, $1.50 each, 
$15.00 per doz. 
WHITE FRINGE (Chionanthus virginica). Very showy shrub, 12 to 15 ft. 
in height. Large, leathery, shiny leaves; masses of lace-like, drooping, white 
flowers in May, followed by large, purple berries. A native of Virginia but 
hardy and easily grown over a wide area. Especially useful near streams, af- 
fording a pleasing effect when planted in front of Weeping Willows and other 
drooping trees. 3-4 ft. $1.50 each, $15.00 per doz.; 4-6 ft. $2.25 each, $22.50 
per doz.; 6-8 ft. $3.50 each. 
WINTERBERRY (Ilex verticillata). 6 to 8 ft. Deciduous Holly noted for its 
bright red, shiny berries used at Christmas time for decorative purposes. For 
best results plant in groups of three or more. Hardy from Maine to Florida. 
18-24 in. 75c. each, $7.50 per doz.; 2—3 ft. $1.20 each, $12.00 per doz.; 3-4 ft. 
$1.75 each, $17.50 per doz. 
BOXWOOD HEDGE 
Colonial Virginia Gardens are especially noted for their beautiful Old 
Boxwood Hedges which are still possible with our Standard Boxwood 
and may be had at a small cost by starting with our Special Hedge Size. 
12-15 in. at $12.50 per doz., $47.50 per 50, $85.00 per 100. Recom- 
mend planting 18 inches apart. 








A hedge is ornamental, as well as it affords protection, costing less than metal, wood or stone 
fences; requires little attention other than some shearing, which is less expensive than the 
painting and upkeep of other fences. We especially recommend to you Evergreen Amur River 
However, there are other varieties of plant material which can be used as a hedge. 
Planting — For a dense, compact hedge, we recommend 6 inches apart in a single row and 
pruning back within 2 or 3 inches of the ground at the time of planting. 
BARBERRY THUNBERGI 
See page 24 for Barberry Thunbergi, which may also be used 
for hedges. 


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