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Shrubs 
What a difference a few shrubs make! They 
will transform a barren and uninviting yard to a 
place of beauty, will be a source of joy to the 
family, and attract favorable attention of the 
public. 
While in the past flowering shrubs have been 
mostly used, more consideration should be given 
to the fohage, shape, ultimate size, fall coloring, 
and winter effects. Provision should also be made 
for a succession of bloom and a good year around 
appearance. Many places have only the Spirea or 
Bridal Wreath planted. This is a very fine shrub 
and does perhaps merit first place, but suppose 
they freeze down in the winter, or a late frost 
nips them, there will be no flowers for the sea- 
son. On the other hand, a good planting will con- 
sist of a collection of shrubs with a _ different 
interest throughout the whole year. A combina- 
tion of dwarf evergreens and Japanese barberry 
has made an outstanding fall color combination: 
at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Peterson in 
Ada. 
The prices quoted below are for a good No. one 
grade, with good roots and well-balanced top. 
Figures after the names indicate ultimate height. 
Add 10% postage on all shrubs. 
Japanese Barberry—Does best where it can have 
plenty moisture. Very good for a low. shrub, 
grows. up to three feet high, is dense and com- 
pact. The leaves turn to brilliant colors in the 
fall followed by an abundance of red berries that 
hang on all winter. The thorns on the branches 
are good as protection against dogs, making 
the bush useful for planting in front of ever- 
greens, with which it harmonizes very well be- 
cause of its low growth and good color. 18-24 
in., $1.00. 
Caragana Pygmea—3 ft. The best low shrub for 
dry locations. Very dense in leaf and stems, yel- 
low flowers in May, 18-24 inch, $1.00. 
Cranberry, Highbush—6-8 ft. A very desirable 
shrub. White flowers in the spring, many red ber- 
ries in, the fall that are good for jelly, and much 
enjoyed by the birds. 2-3 ft., $1.00. 
Cistena—Purple Leaf Cherry, 5-6 ft. The reddish 
purple leaves give color to the landscape for the 
whole summer. Shows up nicely with white build- 
ings, and combines to good advantage with ever- 
. greens, tamarix, Russian olive, and shrubs with 
white flowers, 2-3 ft., $1.50. 
