Japonicas.
A Garden Corner.
THE SCARLET JAPONICA, so called, has always been a very popular shrub. Its correct name is Cydonia Japonica. The first name is from the birthplace of the species—the district of Cydon, in Candia—and the second because this particular variety originated in The Cydonias belong to the quince family, as will be seen by a comparison of their similarly astringent and edible fruits. The Japanese section provides us with some of the most showy garden shrubs, as white, pink, orange, scarlet and crimson varieties are grown. Their large open single flowers have a distinctly decorative value. There is nothing formal about their appearance, and there is enough suitable foliage attached to give all the relief required, while the long, straggling growths lend themselves to bold and outstanding vase work. Apart from C. Japonica, the most outstanding variety is C. Maulei. bright, glowing orange red. While the Cydonias make splendid trees for the borders, they can also be converted into most effective fence climbers. T. D. LENNIE.
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Star (Christchurch), Volume LXVI, Issue 20418, 24 September 1934, Page 10
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