. Armstrong Nurseries . conditions. Potted plants, 3 feet,50c; 2 feet, 35c. Feijoa Feijoa sellowiana. No fruit introduced in Cali-fornia during the past few years, with the singleexception of the Avocado, has met with such apopular reception as the Feijoa (pronouncedFay-zho-a). Though closely allied to the Guavas,all who have eaten the fruits prefer them to anyGuava known in this state. In size and shapethey resemble a large plum, from 1 to 2 inchesin diameter, about an inch greater in length,and of a yellowish green color. The deliciousflavor of the pulp is rivaled by its strong andagreeable
. Armstrong Nurseries . conditions. Potted plants, 3 feet,50c; 2 feet, 35c. Feijoa Feijoa sellowiana. No fruit introduced in Cali-fornia during the past few years, with the singleexception of the Avocado, has met with such apopular reception as the Feijoa (pronouncedFay-zho-a). Though closely allied to the Guavas,all who have eaten the fruits prefer them to anyGuava known in this state. In size and shapethey resemble a large plum, from 1 to 2 inchesin diameter, about an inch greater in length,and of a yellowish green color. The deliciousflavor of the pulp is rivaled by its strong andagreeable aroma, both taste and color remindingone of the pineapple and banana combined. Solasting is this pleasing fragrance that receptacleshaving once held the ripened fruit will often re-tain a slight odor for weeks, reminding one ofthe oft-quoted couplet: You may break, you may shattci mC vase, u >«u \— will linger there still Miij. in T-ii., juu may the vase, if you will,But the breath of the roses ™. This latest introduction has a double claim onpopular favor, for as an ornamental shrub it vieswith its sterling qualities as a bearer of fine ultimately grows to a height of about eightfeet, a rounded, compact shrub with glossy greenleaves, having the under surface thickly coveredwith a whitish velvety growth. The flowers arelarge and showy, silvery-white in color with crim-son stamens and golden-yellow anthers, makingthe whole bush unusually attractive. It is of easyculture and thrives in California in both coastand interior valley localities. Being a native ofUruguay, Paraguay and Argentina, it is hardythroughout this state, fruiting from November toJanuary, but equally attractive throughout theyear. Prices: Each Per 10 Balled, 3 to 4 feet $ $ Potted, 2 to 3 feet 60 Potted, 1 to 2 feet 40 Flats of 100, $
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