FRAGRANCE FROM CHINA 
Sarcococea ruscifolia. Because of the in- 
tense perfume of its small white bloom, the 
dark handsome finish of its waxy leaves, its 
low, dense habit of growth and the fact that 
it will thrive in deepest shade it has long 
been a favorite for the shaded garden. Hardy. 
2-2 ft. I-gal., $1.00; 5=-gal., $3.25. 
AUSTRALIAN BLUE BELL 
Sollya heterophylla. When allowed to de- 
velop naturally this polished shrub will form 
a 3-foot thicket of small leaves above which, 
in early summer, dainty nodding blue bells in 
graceful racemes are handsomely displayed. 
May also be successfully trained as a vine. 
Hardy. Sun. 1|-gal., 85c; 5-gal., $2.75. 
EXOTIC BIRD OF PARADISE 
Strelitzia reginae. Spectacular blue, or- 
ange and gold bloom that resemble the 
crested head of a tropical bird are borne on 
tall fleshy stems in spring and sometimes in 
fall. Prized for cutting. Sun and moist con- 
ditions. Keep mulched with cow manure. 
Hardy except in coldest areas. ]-gal., $2.00; 
5-gal., $5.00. 
BRONZY TERNSTROEMIA 
Ternstroemia gymnanthera. No other 
shrub can approach the year ‘round rich 
finish and unusual coloring of this hardy 
shrub. The substantial 2 to 3 inch leathery 
leaves, in the younger stages, are painted 
a glowing bronze and orange which change 
to bronzy maroon as the leaves mature. 
Sun or light shade. Hardy. 4 ft. 1-gal., 
SileZoe Balled = Seinen p4e5 Osmo 2: 
ft., $6.50. 
RICE PAPER PLANT 
Tetrapanax papyriferus. Its deeply cut, 
1-foot leaves, dark green above and silvery 
beneath, are loosely arranged at the ends of 
spreading, uniquely formed branches. Tall, 
informal appearance. Hardy. Sun. 
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VIBURNUM TINUS LUCIDUM 
Clouds of white in winter. 
10 ft. or | 
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MATILIJA POPPY 
Big white crepe-paper flowers. See page 15. 
ROYAL PURPLE 
Tibouchina semidecandra grandiflora. Prin- 
cess Flower. From August until November, 
and during warm winters through April, this 
bronzy-red furry foliaged shrub presents a 
continuous display of red buds and huge, sin- 
gle royal purple bloom. Sun or light shade. 
Hardy. 4-5 ft. l-gal., 85c; 5-gal., $3.00. 
FRAGRANT VIBURNUM 
Viburnum burkwoodi. Exquisite panicles 
of pink buds that open into single white 
bloom with Gardenia-like fragrance. Hand- 
some dark foliage; sturdy growth. Only par- 
tially evergreen. Hardy. Sun or part shade. 
Arak, lctepil, Sil {002 Si-weil,.. S52),'510). 
PODOCARPUS MACROPHYLLUS. A tall, dark, 
slender accent shrub. See page 15. 
Viburnum japonicum. Those of you who 
need a fast growing shrub for that shaded spot 
will find no good quality lacking in this richly 
furnished shrub. Big, dark, lustrous foliage, 
all year attractiveness. Hardy. 6-8 ft. 1-gal., 
85c: 5-gal., $3.00. Balled, 2-3 ft., $3.50; 
B=4 fiz $7507 425 ft, 69-00) 
Viburnum odoratissimum. A shrub of large 
dimensions fully clothed with enormous mag- 
nolia-like leaves that are highly polished. A 
most satisfactory plant to fill large spaces 
against walls or for use as a screen. Thor- 
oughly charming in every particular. Shade. 
Hardy. 10 ft, T-aali; $1.00; 5-galt, $3225: 
Viburnum suspensum. Shares honors with 
Ligustrum japonicum with being one of the 
two best shrubs for screen, hedge, or speci- 
men. In either sun or shade its big, dark, 
dense leaves present a rich lovely finish 
throughout the year. Sweet scented white 
winter bloom. Grows quickly and is quite 
hardy-G—Onttaall-daleavioGro-gal..eo2eor 
Balled, 2-2 ft., $4.00; 22-3 ft., $5.00. 
Viburnum tinus lucidum. This dense, dark 
upright shrub will lend character to any 
planting. Big shapely leaves, sturdy branches 
and in winter clouds of white, pink stemmed 
bloom. Hardy. Sun or part shade. 6-8 ft. 
l=galancacu-dalye oe wows Balleda2—Satt., 
$3.50; 3-4 ft., $6.00. 
RADIANT XYLOSMA 
Xylosma senticosa. A glistening foliaged 
shrub with long pliant branches that lends 
itself particularly well to training on walls. 
May be trimmed into handsome mounds of 
resplendent beauty. Sun. Hardy. 1-gal., 
G5 il Oe Saepil., S83.25, 
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SARCOCOCCA. How can such tiny 
blooms hold so much perfume? 
16 TUTTLE 
BROS. NURSERIES, ALTADENA, CALIFORNIA 
