Practically very family has pride in the appearance cf the home grounds. Seclection, of 
trees, shrubs, evergreens, vines and flowering plants that are adapted and their use in an 
orderly manner makes it possible for practically everyone to have the pleasure of homes 
with attractive surroundings. 
Whether it be additions to the home landscape by degrees or complete plantings, 
there is no investment that can be made in home improvement that is as reasonable in propor- 
tion. Structural improvments and home furnishing of course are essential, but the invest- 
ment for landscaping iS the only one in which the per dollar value will increase instead of 
depreciate. 
Shrubs 
For Flowers and Foliage 
The planting sizes of the different varieties listed here are described by 
height. We wish to stress the fact that height is being given for stock that has been 
transplanted one or more times and has a heavy, well developed root system and well branched 
top. This stock should not be confused with light gardes of easily propagated stock that is 
often featured by mail at low prices. 
Numbers following names represent approximate height at maturity under avere- 
age normal conditions. 
ALMOND, Double Pink Flowering. 5-6 ft. Branches thickly studded with double 
pink roses-like blossoms in spring before leaves appear. Does best in protected loca- 
tion. 2 to 3 ft. each $1.50. 
BARBERRY. Mentorensis. 4-5 ft. Semi-evergreen upright shrub carrying heavy 
thick, dark green foliage changing with frost to pleasing autumn shades. Leaves 
continue to adhere nearly all winter. Gives air of refined simplicity and beauty to a 
planting. 18-24 in. each $1.85. 
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