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PIERIS japonica. Japanese Andromeda; 
Lily-of-the-Valley Shrub. This is one of the 
loveliest shrubs in our entire collection, for 
there is not a season in the year when it does 
not attract attention. The graceful sprays of 
<<4& {flower buds are formed m the autumn at the 
time when the foliage assumes glorious red 
and bronzy tints. In early spring the buds 
open into creamy white flowers resembling 
lilies-of-the-valley. This shrub will develop 
into a lovely specimen if planted in half shade 
or full sun. It grows to about 5 feet. 12 to 15 
in., $3.75 each. 
PYRACANTHA coccinea Lalandi. Laland 
Firethorn. A spectacular evergreen shrub, 
having clusters of white flowers in Iate spring 
and garbed with orange-red berries in the fall. 
A most effective shrub for wall or foundation 
planting. Pot-grown, 11% ft., $2.75 each. 
RHODODENDRONS. See page 44. 
Ground Covers 
We suggest the use of ground covers to border 
foundations and other group plantings. 
PACHYSANDRA terminalis. See page 37. 
VINCA minor. Sce page 41. 
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KALMIA latifolia. Mountain-Laurel 
See page 42 
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OFFER 
To create bolder effects plant in 
roups of three instead of one. 
$9.90 
ay _ PIERIS JAPONICA 
9 KALMIA LATIFOLIA 86 75 
12 to 15 in. for 
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3 __1t0 1% ft. for $5.40 
ae ‘hese can be shipped by Railway 
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East Rutherford, N. J. 

BUXUS 
Suffruticosa 
True Dwarf Box. 
A dwarf, compact- 
growing variety 
that retains its 
globular habit for 
many years. One 
of the finest plants 
for edging paths, 
rose gardens, 
foundation plant- 
ings and rock gar- 
dens. 4 to 6 in., 
10 for $4.50, 100 
for $35.00. 
(Not for shipping by rail) 
For Local Sales Only 
Due to shortages of lumber and packing material 
we regret we are unable to offer the following ever- 
greens for shipment by rail. We list them for the 
benefit of local residents who wish to call at the 
Nursery for them or have them delivered by truck 
within our regular delivery area. 
TAXUS - Yew 
Japanese Cuspidata varieties of Yews are the 
most satisfactory of all evergreens. They have 
a number of home-ground purposes, such as 
hedges, Iawn specimens, foundation plantings, 
formal effects and rock gardens. We list a few 
of the many varieties we have for our local 
customers or for cash-and-carry sales. 
Cuspidata. Spreading Japanese Yew. A 
hardy, dependable tree of spreading habit. 
Its branches have beautiful dark green needles, 
with bright red berries in autumn. Will thrive 
equally well in sun or semi-shade. 11% to 2 ft., 
$5.00 each; 2 to 21% ft., $7.50. 
Cuspidata capitata. Upright Japanese Yew. 
Unquestionably the best of the Yews. Hardy 
and adaptable to any location; shears to any 
desired effect. Transplants easily and is fine 
as a lawn specimen, hedge or in mixed plant- 
megs. 15 to 18 1m.) $3.25 each; 146 toi) ft: 
$4.75; 2 to 21% ft., $7.00. 
Media. A very outstanding member of the Yew 
family. Vigorous and bushy, and as it matures, 
develops into a handsome evergreen supplying 
a deep green effect. 11% to 2 ft., $6.25 each. 
Media Hatfieldi. Hatfield Yew. This Yew 
forms a compact, well-furnished, cone-shaped 
evergreen. Splendid for hedge work or wher- 
ever an upright, flat-topped evergreen is de- 
sired. 2 to 21% ft., $8.00 each. 
Media Hicksi. Hicks’ Yew. A very depend- 
able, hardy, upright-growing Yew with deep 
rich green foliage. Will thrive in partial shade 
and is highly recommended for hedge pur- 
poses; growth may be restricted by annual 
shearing. 2 to 2% ft., $7.50 each. 
TSUGA - Hemlock 
It is the opinion of many garden lovers that the 
Hemlock is the handsomest evergreen tree in the 
eastern part of the country. Undoubtedly it has 
a grace and dignity unsurpassed by any other 
species. When given room Hemlocks branch out 
from top to bottom, a great merit In an evergreen. 
Canadensis. Canadian Hemlock. This Hem- 
lock is a noted evergreen of unequaled merit. 
It grows into a picturesque specimen or makes 
the densest hedge if sheared lightly each spring. 
2to 2% ft., $4.50 each; 214 to 3 ft., $5.50. 
BOBBINK & ATKINS 
Rhodo-Azalea Plant-Food 
is highly recommended for plants shown 
on pages 44, 50 and 51 
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Broad-Leaved Evergreen Shrubs 
Illustrating good landscape planting and com- 
position with open lawn areas and a few spec- 
imen trees 


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Taxus Hedge 
During the active planting seasons, a visit to our 
local salesground will prove profitable. Many 
desirable plants including slow-growing ever- 
greens, such as Taxus (Yew), not offered for 
shipment by rail, are on display for local sales 
and delivery. 

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