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Carolina cherry is also very responsive if trained as a tall shrub. Quick growing, it forms harmoniously with other cherry laurels and similar broad-leaved evergreens. It will tolerate tight clipping to make a tall screen for borders or boundaries.

Not too particular as to soil, Carolina cherry responds best if the ground is rich and well drained. It is free from most diseases and plant insects.

Other broad-leaved evergreen trees, use of which depends on locality, include the numerous varieties of eucalyptus, colorful acacias, the olive and many varieties of sub tropical ornamental fruit trees.

Broadleaf Shrubs

BROADLEAVED EVERGREEN SHRUBS are generally considered aris-tocrats of the modern garden. In contrast to the deciduous plants, evergreens retain their foliage throughout the year. Most landscaping plans are based on this all-season show of foliage, form and texture. Many broad-leaved evergreens have an added attraction in their colorful flowers while others display brightly colored fruits.

Unfortunately the use of such broad-leaved evergreens is rather limited in colder northern sections of the country. A few plants will withstand even the most rigorous winters, and they are listed further on.

Evergreen rhododendrons are among the choicest of evergreen shrubs. The Carolina Rhododendron, or R. Carolinianum, is one of the hardiest of evergreen shrubs. It is a compact plant seldom growing over four feet tall and capable of withstanding temperatures slightly below zero. Flowers vary in color from white to pale rose.