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ADVICE AND TERMS. 


Remit by Money Order on LITTLE SILVER, N. J., Registered Letter, Draft. or Express Money Order. Please do 
not send private checks. Money Orders from Canada and other foreign countries should be made payable at RED 
Bank, N. J. Always enclose your remittance in same letter with order. Address all letters, THE LOVETT 
COMPANY, LittTLz Sitver, N. J. Telegraph Office at LITTLE Sitver, N. J. 

Payments invariably in advance. Goods sent C. O. D. only when one-fourth the amount is sent with order, 
with charges for returning money added to bill. 

Orders. Please be sure and write your name aud address plainly—give Post Office, County, and State—and 
do this every time you write. Be particular to say how the goods are to be sent; whether by mail, express or 
freight. When these conditions are not complied with, we use our judgment and ship by the way we deem best. 
Keep a correct copy of the order and check off the stock when it arrives; people often forget what they order and 
make unjust complaint. 

Free by Mail. Wesend free by mail, when desired, all seeds ordered by the packet. ounce, and quarter-pound; 
also Bulbs, Plants, etc., unless otherwise noted. When the price does not include postage the rate of posfage is 
stated on all mailable articles. 

Seeds. LovETT’s TESTED SEEDS are unsurpassed by any inthecountry in vitality and purity. Wesupply half- 
pounds at the pound rate. Half-pounds and pounds are mailed, when desired, at an additional charge of eight cents 


per pound for postage; and pints and quarts at an additional charge of eight cents per pint, fifteen cents per 
quart. 


Trees and Plants. By mail postpaidif desired, wherever sonotedin Guide. Nothing by mail at thousand rates. 
Whenever convenient to do so, we recommend that nursery stock be shipped by express or freight as larger stock 
can then besent. We particularly caution patrons against ordering Strawberry and Herbaceous Plants ship, 
ped by freight; they should always go by express or small lots by mail. The prices affixed are for the quantities speci 
fied but not less than half-dozen, fifty and five hundred of a variety will besupplied at dozen, hundred and thousand 
rates respectively. With apples, pears, peaches and other Fruit TREES, fifty in assorted varieties of a classmav 
be ordered at hundred rates and five hundred at thousand rates; but hundred lots of strawberries, raspberrie, 
and other small SMALL Fruits cannot be made up at hundred rates, of less than fifty of a variety and thousand 
lots cannot be made up at thousand rates, of less than five hundred of a variety. 

Guarantee. We warrant our stock true to name, with the express understanding that should any not proveso. 
we will refund the money paid or replace it with other stock, but are not liable for damages beyond this. A sure 
indication of the purity of our stock is the fact that customers of former years continue to deal with us. 

Packing is executed with the utmost care. Special pains are taken to pack lightly, thereby reducing the ex- 
pense of transportation toa minimum. All goods at prices quoted are packed free. Everything is labelled. 

Shipping. We deliver all goods to forwarders here without charge, after which our control ceases, consequently 
our responsibility also. Stock shipped west of the Mississippi River by freight has to be prepaid and orders for 
stock to such points to be thus shipped must be accompanied with a remittance to cover freight charges in addi- 
tion to amount for same as per prices and terms of GUIDE; the surplus, if any, will in all cases, of course, be 
promptly returned to the party ordering. State plainly to what point goods are to be senu. 

Claims, if any, must be made on receipt of goods, when they will be carefully and cheerfully examined and, 
if just, all made satisfactory. Claims made after fifteen days from receipt of goods will not be entertained. We 
send out only good stock in good condition, freshly dug and carefully packed, in all cases, but success or failur: 
depends in so large a degree upon the weather and the care and management after received, that we do n: 
because we cannot, undertake to guarantee stock to live. 

Substitution. It is our custom, should the supply of a variety be exhausted (which will occasionally occur in’ 
establishments), to substitute in its stead a sort of the same season of ripening, and similar in other respects or 
give the value of another grade of the variety named. When it is desired that we shall not do this, it must be! 
stated in the order. To simply affix the words ‘‘No substitution” is all that is necessary. 

Special Low Express Rates. By special arrangement we are now able to ship to our customers by any express 
line, to any part of the country, Trees, Plants, and all other Nursery Stock at the hundred pounds merchandiss 
rate, less a special reduction of twenty per cent. therefrom; the minimum charge being thirty-five cents. Thus 
we secure for our customers a low express rate on all shipments that cannot go by mail or freight. 


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RuMSON AND MonMoUTH NURSERIES, 
JANUARY IsT, 1896. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, 
Little Silver, New Jersey. 


- WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAY OF US. 


[From the RED BANK (N. J.) REGISTER. | 


A BIG BUSINESS BUILT UP. 


A Nursery which employs Two Hundred 
Men in the Busy Season. 


J. T. Lovett’s ‘‘Guide’’ has just been 
issued. It is far ahead of any he has 
previously issued in the number and beau- 
ty of its colored plates, and no previous 
number equals it in the amount of infor- 
mation concerning fruit culture, or in the 
number of varieties catalogued. Mr. Lov- 


ett is regarded as the best expert in small. 


iness as the fruit nurseries, and fully as 
many acres are devoted to the one as to 
the other. So large has this branch of 
the business become that separate cata- 
logues of the fruit and ornamental de- 
partments are issued. In ornamental 
plants the business includes not only all 
kinds of deciduous and evergreen trees 
and shrubs, but also all kinds of hardy 
flowers. Inaddition to this comparative- 
ly new department, Mr. Lovett has erect- 
ed a number of large greenhouses, where 
flowers are raised for winter sale. This 


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BIRD’S-EYE VIEW CENTRE OF NURSERY GROUNDS. 


fuits in the country, and ata national 
“eting of horticulturists some years 
o he was denominated the ‘‘ Small Fruit 
ince.” The nursery business at Little 
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heen divided into departments, with a 
thoroughly experienced and capable man 
at the head of each. 


Since the Rumson nursery was bought 
by Mr. Lovett a few years ago, the grow- 
ing of ornamental trees and shrubs has 
become as prominent a feature of the bus- 


winter carnations and violets are the prin- 
cipal flowers raised. In sprivg and sum- 
mer these greenhouses are used for prop- 
agating small fruit plants, and thus Mr. 
Lovett gets double service from them. 


One of the features of the business 
with which Mr. Lovett is most pleased is 
that he has so large a business near his 
own home. Plants and trees from his 
nursery go to almost every county in 
every state and territory in the Union, 
and several thousand dollars’ worth 
were shipped last year to foreign coun- 


tries, the bulk of the foreign shipments 
going to England, France, Germany, 
Australia and Japan, while some went to 
New Zealand, China, Spain, Russia, and 
in fact to almost every European and a 
number of Asiatic countries. But right 
here at home, where the character of the 
stock and his reputation for square deal- 
ing is better known than anywhere else, 
the continual growth of the busiuess is 
no less gratifying than it is surprising. 
The number of Monmouth county pur- 
chasers of nursery stock has shown an 


increase every year since the business 
was first started, and last year orders for 
nursery stock were received from 337 
residents of the county, the amount of 
their purchases ranging from one dollar 


to over one thousand dollars. These do 
not include the transient purchases made 
at the nursery in person by Monmouth 
county people. 
The nursery has proved profitable to 
Mr. Lovett and to those associated with 
him, and it has also proved advantageous 


to the community, In the busy season 
nearly two hundred men are employed, 
and upwards of thirty are continually in 
service. The money paid ont in wages 
to these employees is spent among the 
business men of Red Bank and Little Sil- 
ver, and must in the course of a year form 
a considerable increase to the volume of 
trade. 

Mr. Lovett has always been a very lib- 
eral advertiser, and is one of the largest 
advertisers in his line of business in 
the country. His expenses for advertis- 
ing in a single year 
have reached to more 
than thirteen thous- 
and dollars, and to the 
large amount of ad- 
vertising done by him, 
and to the quality 
of his stock and the 
care taken in filling 
orders, he attributes 
the big success his 
nursery has achieved. 
He expects that his 
sales this year will 
exceed those of any 
previous season, and 
it is partly on account 
of the increasing de- 
maud for novelties 
in fruits and shrubs 
that so many new va- 
yieties are described 
in the present sea- 
son’s catalogue. Mr. 
Lovett rightly says 
that the owner of an 
ordinary village lot 
will find profit in his 
catalogue, and that there is rarely a mai 
who gets out of his grounds the ful! 
amount of pleasure and profit of whic! 
they are capable. There is scarcely a spo’ 
of ground, no matter how shady or sandy, 
where some variety of fruit, or some har- 
dy ornamental plant, will not flourish, and 
the ‘‘ Guide” is especially serviceable in 
showing how to make these waste places 
of value, which it does by giving the con- 
ditions under which the various plants 
and trees will prove most thrifty. 


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[ From AMERICAN GARDENING. | 


THE MONMOUTH NURSERIES. 


Some Interesting Notes Concerning 
Them and Their Proprietors. 


There is a peculiarly pleasant jingle to the 
name Little Silver, which rarely fails to attract 
the attention of the summer tourist along the 
coast of New Jersey, and leads him to glance 
from the car-window and view with pleasure 
the handsome rough-stone station and the 
attractively laid-out and well-kept grounds 
surrounding it. To such 
as are interested in plant- 
life it seems an appropriate 
gateway to one of the most 
extensive nurseries in the 
country, which lie a mile 
beyond. Located in a fer- 
tile section of Monmouth, 
New Jersey’s banner agri- 
cultural county, the Rum- 
son and Monmouth nurse- 
ries have steadily grown 
since the establishment of 
the Monmouth nursery in 
moze. - in that; year J. T. 
Lovett, the present head of 
the J. T. Lovett Co., took 
his first step in the building 
up of a business of his own. 
A plot of ground bar-ly 
five acres in extent seemed 
ample for the immediate 
needs of the business, with 
room for growth. Mr. 
Lovett had served a long 
apprenticeship with the 
then famed Rumson nurse- 
ries of A. Hance & Son, 
and, though his- new de- 
parture was strictly in the 
line of nursery stock, he 
realized fully the growth of the small-fruit in- 
dustry throughout the country, and wisely de- 
termined to make the growing of small-fruit 
plants his specialty. Steadily the business 
grew, and farm after farm contiguous to the 
modest five acres of small-fruits was absorbed 
to meet the demands of the growing business, 
until to-day 250 acres are devoted to the 
growing of nursery stock. = cy z 

Not forgetting his first love, Mr. Lovett de- 
votes many acres to the raising of strawberry 


plants. Every kind known to commerce is 
tested on the grounds, and plants are grown 
for sale in quantities according to the desira- 
bility of the variety. Raspberry, blackberry, 
currant and gooseberry plants, with many va- 
rieties of grape vines, all have large areas de- 
voted totheir growth. Large fields of pears, 
peaches and other orchard fruits, all showing 
the highest culture, are noted at various points 
on the grounds. In suitable locations are 


grown in great profusion all the desirable 


kinds of evergreens, while large tracts are de- 
voted to the growing of ornamental trees, 
shrubs, roses and herbaceous plants. 

One of the chief attractions of these nurse- 
ries, to the writer, is their test grounds. Here 
hundreds of new sorts of new fruits are tested 
side by side with older and better known vari- 
eties, though it must be confessed that a large 
percentage of the tested sorts are never intro- 
duced. These test grounds have become well 
known to raisers and introducers of new vari- 


éties, and Mr. Lovett’s experience in this di- 
ection, for he personally cares for these 
' grounds, has placed him as an authority con- 
“trary to whose judgment few “ 
"men care to go. 


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time and knowledge in the introduction of new 
varieties of merit, Mr. Lovett insists on test- 
ing under ordinary care and culture, on his 
own grounds, every new variety offered, be- 
fore consenting to publicly indorse it. Asa 
result of this policy, the public is indebted to 
this establishment for the introduction, among 
others, of the following army of stars in the 
fruit world: Of strawberries, Gandy, Shuster 
Gem and Lovett; good old Cuthbert, Golden 
Queen and Lovett raspberries; Erie and Loy- 
ett’s Best blackberries; Lincoln and Abund- 
ance plums; Fuller quince, Wonderful peach 
and Carlough apple. 

In 1887 the Monmouth nurseries had so in- 
creased in strength that they absorbed the old 
Rumson nurseries, and with this change came 
the coupling of the names by which the estab- 
lishment is now known. Thus, after many 
years, the head of the concern found himself 
one of the possessors of the establishment he 
had entered as a boy. 

With the addition of the business and stock 
of the Rumson nurseries, the scope of the 
combined concern was enlarged,and the grow- 
ing of ornamental trees and shrubbery and 
the enlargement of the branch of landscape 
gardening came about naturally. Locally, 
these nurseries have a wide field in which to 
show their skill in landscape work. From 
Red Bank 20 miles south to Point Pleasant, 
covering the well-known resorts of Long 
Branch, Elberon, Ocean Grove, Asbury Park, 
Avon and Spring Lake, is a field which is fast 
becoming known for the beauty of its land- 
scape gardening. That the J. T. Lovett Co. 
have had a hand in the beautifying of this 
wide area cannot be doubted. 

Vast quantities of ornamental stock are also 
shipped to all parts of the country, and the 
establishment is fast gaining a high standing 
in this branch of its business. Some 50,000 
feet of glass, consisting of seven structures, 
are devoted to the propagation of the various 
seeds and plants necessary to be started or 
grown under glass. It is interesting to note 
a few of the prominent points in the manage- 


Ever ready to invest money, ° 


ment of these nurseries which have plainly 
contributed in no small degree to their success. 
The proprietors are evidently firm believers in 
the value of satisfied customers. In growing, 
digging and packing, this idea has ever been 
foremost. Large sums of money must have 
been expended in perfecting the different sys- 
tems in use. Every appliance which skilled 
mechanism has produced for the handling of 
trees and plants in the various stages of their 
eareer is tested, and freely used if found of 
value. The large packing-houses are arranged 
for the reception of the stock after it is dug 
and its careful treatment until it can be pack- 
ed. A simple but accurate system of che. ,. 
ing makes mistakes almost impossible. «an 
abundance of the best material and the em- 
ployment of skilled packers complete the hand- 
ling of the trees and plants, which, during the 
busy season, are hourly shipped by boat and 
train to all parts of the country. As far as 
possible, everything used at these nurseries is 
manufactured on the grounds. A well-equip- 
ped printing-house turns out the ‘‘ Guide to 
Fruit Culture,” the ‘‘ Manual of Ornamental 
Trees and Plants,” and the quantities of price- 
lists, circulars and other printed matter used 
in the business. 

Considerable fruit is grown on the large 
area, and the necessity for the use of many 
crates and baskets resulted in the erection of 
a factory for their manufacture. Mr. Lovett 
is a cautious, progressive business man, and © 
has built up this business by careful attention 
to the wants of his customers, by liberal but 
intelligent advertising, and by indefatigable 
effort and a constant personal attention to the 
details of the business. 

AMERICAN GARDENING is pleased to show 
its readers a likeness of the man whose name 
is familiar to all fruit-growers and in present- 
ing also the features of Mrs. Lovett we offer 
no apology for the radical departure from 
custom. We have long believed that too 
little credit is given to the women who have 
been the wise counsellors, and in many cases 
the ‘‘safety-valves,” to our most prominent 
nurserymen and _ horticulturists, Together 
Mr. and Mrs. Lovett have worked and plan- 
ned, and now that in early middle life they are 
enjoying the fruits of their labor, surely the 
credit is due to -both. 


OUR GRAND COMBINATION OFFERS OF 
SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS AND TUBERS. 


A most tropical and beautiful effect is produced in combining the finer varieties of Cannas, Caladium Escu- 
lentum or Elephant’s Ear, with a border of the Silver-leaf Tuberose and Summer-flowering Oxalis. Our artist 
has endeavored to illustrate the effect produced by these plants and bulbs properly arranged, in the above en- 
graving; but without color and on so small a scale no correct idea of their great beauty can be conveyed. They 
must be seen to be appreciated and the best way to see them is to have them growing upon one’s own grounds and 
thus be able to note the changes and transformations throughout the summer and autumn as they occur. 

To induce a great many to enjoy this floral treat of several months, we offer below the plants and bulbs to 
produce it, at greatly reduced prices. The Cannas will be selected of varieties that attain the proper height and 
which will produce a most pleasing effect of color, of flowers and foliage. The Cannas should be planted in the 
centre of the circle about eighteen inches apart every way; the Caladiums forming the first circle around the 
Cannas, at a distaree of sixteen inches from them and sixteen inches apart. The Silver-ieaf Tuberoses in a circle 
sixteen inches fron\ the Caladiums and twelve inches apart, and the Oxalis forming the outside circle six inches 
from the grass border and six inches apart in the row. No further care is needed beyond occasional hoeing to 
prevent weeds from growing. Use fertilizers freely and water copiously during dry weather. 

The numbers named and given in each offer are just what are required for a circular bed of size given, and 
planted as above stated. 


Combination Collection No. 1, for $2.50. Combination Collection No. 2, for $4.00. 


For Circular Bed Nine Feet in Diameter. Consisting of For Circular Bed Twelve Feet In Diameter. Consisting of 
6 Cannas, fine named sorts, 12 Cannas, fine named sorts, 
12 Caladium Esculentum or ELEPHANT'S Ear, 20 Caladium Esculentum or ELEPHANT’S EAR. 
25 Silver-leaf Tuberoses, ; 49 Silver-leaf Tuberoses, 
50 Summer Blooming Oxalis. 75 Summer Blooming Oxalis. 


GRAND COMBINATION COLLECTION, FOR $5.00, 
FOR CIRCULAR BED FIFTEEN FEET IN DIAMETER. Consisting of 

25 Cannas, fine named sorts, 25 Caladium Esculentum or ELEPHANT’s Ear, 

50 Silver-leaf Tuberoses, I0oo Summer Blooming Oxalis. 


Never before was such a wealth of Floral treasure offered for so little money.. The plants are so large and 
the price so little, they must of necessity go by express and the selection of varieties be left to us. 


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Never before has there becn collected together and 
offered in a collection such a galaxy of marvelous and 
valuable berries. 


Any one of the seven varieties of- 


fered is really worth more than what we ask for the whole lot. 


STRAWBERRY-RASPBERRY. 


Perhaps the most unique of all the small 
fruits. In habit of growth and fruit it pre- 
sents strong evidence of being a hybrid be- 
tween the Strawberry and Raspberry. We 
have seen many beautiful berries but none to 
equal this, For fulldescription see page 20. 
Price} ea., 20c; 3 ‘for soc; 7doz.,-$r-50. 


ELEANOR STRAWBERRY. 


The only large, prolific, firm, handsome 
and good Strawberry ripening very early. 
As a first crop variety it leaves absolutely 
nothing to be desired.. See page -6._. Price, 
doz., $1.00; 100, $5.00. 


ANNA KENNEDY STRAWBERRY. 


The most exquisitely beautiful of all straw- 
berries and as uniform in shape and coior as 
Pippin apples. It is also prolific, delicious, 
and firm. Ripens in midseason. See page 
he Pree, doz., h1.c0;~ rao; $500. 


MICHIGAN STRAWBERRY. 


Without a rival as a late variety. The 
latest of all to ripen, of good size and qual- 
ity, a heavy yielder, handsome and firm. 
See page 5. The Michigan, Eleanor and 
Anna Kennedy give a longer strawberry 
season than itis possible to obtain otherwise, 
giving the first and last berries and the very 
finest berries all the time. See page 5. Price, 
doz., $1.00; 100, $5.00. 


GOLDEN MAYBERRY. 

In addition to the extreme earliness, high 
quality and beauty of this fruit, its habit 
renders it especially interesting. Unlike 
other raspberries, the fruit is produced upon 
a shrub instead of upon canes, and ripens in 
advance even of the strawberry. See page 
19. Price, ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 

LOGAN BERRY. 

No other berry that has been produced 
during the past half century can equal this in 
value. Evidently a hybrid betwceen the 
Blackberry and red Raspberry, equailing in 
size the largest blackberries and of the color 
shown in the plate. The flavor is rich and 
sprightly, a mingling of the Raspberry and 
Blackberry and the texture is firm. Canes 
of vigorous habit, entirely hardy and very 
prolific. Best of all it ripens extremely 
early, in advance of the raspberry. See page 
GA Price.ea., 50C; 3. fOr 1.25; GOZ., g4.09, 

PHOENIX RASPBERRY. 

For a long time fruit growers both amateur 
and professional, have wanted a really good, 
very early red raspberry—large, prolific, 
firm, handsome, of high quality and with a 
vigorous iron-clad cane. In the Phoenix all 
these requirements are supplied. ‘There are 
none ripening earlier and no other that is 
hardy, so high in rich sweet flavot, See page 
Regen PRICE | Ca. 125643 1Or,00C: .doz.; $2.00; 
100, $12.00. 


For only $1.25 we will send one plant each of the above seven Small 
Fruits. For $3.00 we will send three of each. For $5.00 we will send six 
of each. For $9.00 we will send a dozen of each, 4y mail or express as preferred. 
Lf sent by express larger plants will be selected. 


ITEMS OF INTEREST. 


(1) Location. Within thirty miles of New York city, five miles of Long Branch and two mails of Red Bank. 
To reach us from New York, take the Central Railroad of New Jersey, (foot of Liberty Street), or the Pennsyl- 
vania Railroad (foot of Cortlandt or Desbrosses Streets). From Philadelphia, take the Philadelphia and Reading 
Railroad (Bound Brook Route), Pennsylvania Railroad (Broad and Market Streets). In all cases get ticket for 
Littie Silver, (good on either road). Or the nurseries may be approached via the New Jersey Southern Railroad 
to Red Bank, and by steamers from New York to Ked Bank. 

(2) Shippiag Season. The regular shipping season of Nursery stock in Spring usually begins early in Marc 
During mild winters we can ship at intervals between periods of cold weather throughout the winter. There is no 
better season for having Nursery stock shipped—especially to points Suuth and Southwest, as planting in those 
localities needs to be done early. In the manner we pack, no fears should be entertained of the plants being 
injured en route by freezing, particularly if forwarded by express or mail. 

(3) How Far do We Ship. We are often askedcan we ship safely to points named throughout the United States. 
We can and do ship to all parts of the world with entire safety. Not only do we make many shipments, both 
by mail and express, to Texas, California and every other State and Territory in the Union, but also to Canada, 
Europe and even India, Japan, South America and Australia. : 

(4) Express or Freight Charges. Many write asking the price onsuch and such goods, delivered at, or the 
charges of carriage on same, to a certain point. Our correspondence on other matters is so great, and we all are 
so busy, especially during the shipping season, that this is something we cannot attempt to give except in carload 
lots. By simply enquiring at the office in the place, the rate to New York and by estimating the weight of the 
goods when packed, an approximate amount can be arrived at. We are situated so near New York and the ex- 
pense from here to that city is so slight that it is not worth considering. Note our special and superior shipping 
facilities. The charges are always paid by the purchaser unless by agreement to the contrary. The weight of 
trees and plants varies with size and varieties, but on an average their weight per 100 when packed will be 
about as follows: Apple, Pear, Plum, Cherry and Peach trees, first-class, 100 lbs; Peach, 3 to 4 feet, Quinces, 
etc., 50 lbs.; Grapes, Currants and Gooseberries, 2 yrs., 30 Ibs.; ditto, 1 year, 20 Ibs.; Blackberries and Red Rasp- 
berries, 10 lbs.; Black Raspberries, 5 lbs.; Strawberries, 30 lbs. per 1000. 

(5) Estimates. Estimates will be cheerfully and prompily furnished to those wanting stock in large quantities. 
Be careful to name the varities desired, number of each and grade, and our lowest figures will be given. 

(6) Ordering. A certain class of people will wait until they are all ready to set plants or trees and then on 
comes the order, ‘‘Fill at once asmy ground is ready,” forgetting that we have many orders on hand that 
must be filled first, and that their tardy orders must take their turn. Don’t do this, please don’t!. While there 
are many advantages to be gained by ordering early, nothing ts to be gained by ordering late. As we have been 
putto much trouble and expense by persons ordering goods to be reserved for them, and failing to remit, thus 
throwing the stock upon our hands at the close of the season, a total loss, in the future it will be an invariable rule 
to accept no order from those unknown to us, unless at least 10 per cent of the amount accompanies the same. 

(7) Lest Orders. Should you not hear from us in areasonable length of time after sending an order, please 
write us giving all the particulars—when forwarded, the amount of money sent, and in what form remittance 
was made—and enclose a duplicate of the order, giving name and address plainly and in full. Once in a great 
while an order is lost; butit more frequently occurs that the person ordering fails to give the full address. 
Therefore, no matter how lately or how often you have written, always give name, Post Office, and State. 

(8) Additions and Changes. We will do our utmost to comply with the wishes of patrons to pack additions to 
an order, or subsequent orders, in one package; or to make reasonable changes in orders, but we cannot promise 
to doso. During the rush of the shipping season, when several hundred orders are received and despatched in a 
day, it would, in some cases, be almostimpossible to comply. No change or countermand of an order can be con- 
sidered as final without our written consent. 

(9) New Varieties for Testing. Weare constantly testing new varieties from all parts of the country. If you 
or any of your neighbors have anything promising in the way of new varieties, we shall be pleased to have a few 
seeds or plants for testing, which, of course, will not be allowed to goout of our hands under any circumstances 
without instructions from the owner. In sending put the name of the variety upon it, if it has a name, and the 
name and address of thesender always. Thisis allowed by the Post Office in sending by mail. Pleasesend notice 
by mail the sameday they aresent. If plants are sent and moss and oiled paper are not at hand, use wet chaff, 
or material that will hold moisture, and wrap tightly in wet rags. 

(10) Agents. We desire to impress upon purchasers the great advantage of ordering direct from us, as we 
employ no agents and are only responsible for orders sent direct tous. Thus our relations with our customers 
are on a proper basis and we endeavor to give perfect satisfaction to each one who so orders. 

Some think because our prices are so low that our stock cannot be good. This is owing to the fact that in 
many cases the cost of traveling agents in soliciting orders and delivering stock is more than double th: value 
of Trees, Plants, Vines, etc., whilst we, dealing as we do, direct with the planter, can sell at these low rates the 
very best stock to be had anywhere. : 


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With the rivers and brooks locked in icy fetters, the land frozen to rock and covered with a mantle of spotless 
white, and Boreas playing his lute upon the chimney top, it is exceedingly pleasant and profitable to sit by a 
glowing fire and plan the spring planting and summer’s work in orchard and garden. In very truth. the most 
profitable work of the year may be performed in this way. 

<3 Notwithstanding the fact that the business depression of the past three years 
| has fallen more heavily upon nurserymen and seedsmen than tradesmen in almost 
any other line of business, yet we have gone steadily forward, enlarging and im- 
proving our entire establishment. During the year many improvements have been 
made; such as cold storage houses, water towers, etc.; hence in addition to having 
a larger and better stock of Trees, Plants and Seeds than ever before, our facilities 
for promptly, accurately and economically filling all orders are now most complete. 


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It is with exquisite pleasure we announce this spring a number of extremely 
interesting and valuable novelties. Among these may be mentioned the Straw- 
berry-Rasvberry, Logan Berry or Raspberry-Blackberry, Anna Kennedy and 
Michigan Strawberries, Phoenix Raspberry, Koonce Pear, the new strain of hardy 
Peaches, the Wonderful Sugar Melon and Golden Fleece or Japan Broom. 


As yet we have not been converted to believing in the Spread-Eagle Comic-Almanac 
style of catalogue. We believe that the truth, simply told, either in illustration or text 
is good enough. We hope we may be pardoned for entertaining a suspicion that our 
patrons think so too. To our way of thinking a catalogue should be plain, simple and 
uniform. In order to carry into effect this view it has been necessary to have our own 
artists, our own printers, and our own printing house. This, our annual Guide, was not 
only set in type, printed and bound upon our own premises, but the paper and even the 
type employed were made especially for it. Without wishing to cast reflections upon our 
brother Nurserymen and Seedsmen, we are free to state there is not another catalogue 
published by a house in our line that is thus produced. 

No ‘‘Bues” on vus.—It having been widely published that some of the eastern nur- 
series were infested with the dreaded San Jose Scale, we have had our nurseries thor- 
oughly inspected by Rror. JoHN B. SmituH, Entomologist of our STATE AGRICULTURAL 
COLLEGE AND EXPERIMENTAL STATION. We append a letter written by him. 

NEw BRUNSWICK, N. J., Sept. 6th, 1895. 
Gentlemen: It gives me pleasure to say that in my examination made in your nurs- 
“elies to-day, I have not found the least trace of San Jose Scale. During the three hours 
that J spent in the nursery, in close examination of the blocks of trees, which you stated 
were the only ones from which you would sell this year, and which were grown in your 
local nurseries, I found not a single stick that appeared to be even suspicious. * * * * 
So far as I have any knowledge of the matter, based upon personal examination, no scale 
‘exists at present upon the growing nursery stock on your place. Very Truly Yours, 
THE LOVETT Co., LITTLE SILVER, N. J. JOHN B. SMITH. 


IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT. 


Our motto is ‘‘ We Study To Please.” As one more effort in that direction we omit 4 
number of articles from this GuipE, which we will offer in a later catalogue to be mailed 
when the season arrives when they are most desired—namely, avout the middle of April. 
Among the things which we shall offer in the supplementary Catalogue referred to are a 
full and complete assortment of Roses, a select list of Chrysanthemums, Summer Bloom- 
ing and Bedding Plants, Summer Blooming and Ornamenta!-leaved Bulbs and Tubers, 
Lawn Mowers and Garden Tools, ete. This Catalogue, known as our BARGAIN LIST, wil/ 
be mailed without application to all who have bought anything of us during the past two 
years or who order anything from this number of our Guipr. To all others who apply 
for it, it will be sent free so soon as it is printed. 


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On arrival of plants, unpack them at once, loosen the bunches and “heel” them in the ground or dip their 
rootsina ‘‘muddle,” made by mixing earth in water until of the consistency of cream, and lay away ina cool, 
damp cellar, where they can neither dry nor freeze, until they can be planted in suitable weather. Do not leave 
in package and pour water over them, as this will surely cause the plants to heat and spoil. The Strawberry de- 
lights in a deep, rich, moist soil but will succeed almost anywhere if well manured. In planting, take but few 
plants from the trench or package at a time, and expose as little as possible to the wind or sun. For setting in 

spring the roots of the plants should be shortened about one-third, causing them to 
quickly emit a profusion of soft, new fibrous roots. The operation should be per- 
formed with a sharp knife taking a handful of plants in the left hand, as shown in 
Fig. 782. All Strawberry plants sent out by us are tied in bundles with roots 
straightened out (see Fig. 786) all one way, so that they are easily handled and the 
roots shortened for planting. Never plant on a windy day 
and never in freezing weather. Do not plant very deep, 
but press the earth firmly about the roots. Should the 
weatner be warm, shade valuable plants for a few days 
with a handful of coarse litter over each plant, or with =ZiV 
berry baskets or boxes (old rejected ones are as goodas any). “| %& 

For hill culture, plant in beds four feet wide, with alleys 
==. two feet between them. Plant in each bed three rows of 
<< plants fifteen inches apart, and the plants the same distance 
apart in the rows. For the matted row system, plant in 
rows three feet apart, and the plants a foot apart in the 
rows, requiring 14,520 plants per acre. For the best re- 
sults, mulching with some light material is indispensable, 
which should be applied just as soon as the ground has be- Fic. 786. 
come slightly frozen, and partially or entirely removed when the ground has be- 
come ‘‘settled” in spring. It is well to plant at least three varieties—early, 
medium and late—to expand the season to its full limits. 

The blossoms of all varieties are bi-sexual or perfect, except those marked with 
the letter P, which are destitute of stamens and are termed pistillate or imperfect. 
Pistillate varieties must have a row of a perfect-flowered sort, planted every nine 
or twelve feet among them, or, better yet, every third or fourth plant in the row, 
to pollenize their blossoms. There is no good reason for the popular prejudice against pistillate varieties except 
where only one variety is desired; when grown near perfect-flowered varieties the pistillates are the most pro- 
ductive of all. 

Plants are sent by mail at dozen ratesif desired. If ordered by the 100 to go by mail add 35c. per 100 
to the prices quoted, At 1,000 rates by express only. 


THREE BRIGHT STARS 


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THREE BRIGHT STARS. 


Shown on Colored Plate. 


The three brightest stars in the Galaxy of Strawberries are unquestionably ELEANOR, the best early, ANNA 
KENNEDY (midseason) the most beautiful, and MicniGan, by far the best late variety yet produced. 

These three varieties might appropriately be termed FaitH, HopEand CHarity. Those who have faith 
enough in Eleanor to plant it will receive a rich reward. In these times of depression everybody, and especially 
all fruit growers, are waiting and looking with hope for the dawn of a better day or something that will yield 
them adequate returns for their labor—in fact, many like Pandora, have nothing left but hope. In the Michi- 
gan is a realization of these hopes—fo. there is no other strawberry, which will give such profit to the market 
grower. Amateurs have for time out of mind been hoping for a good strawberry that would prolong the season. 
In the Michigan is a realization of their hopes. The Kennedy, like Charity is so beautiful and sweet it brings 
joy to everybody. 

Not only in these three strawberries have we the finest varieties of ‘‘The Best Fruit God Ever Made,” but 
they constitute in themselves a full assortment—covering the season from the earliest to the latest and expanding 
it some two weeks or more. We can know nothing so well in any other way as by experience, and by experience 
we have learned how difficult it is just now to spare money to purchase even what is very much desired and 
what we are confident it would prove very profitable to obtain. With this in mind we have placed all three of 
these grand novelties at rates in keeping with the times—at half, or less than half the prices at which new straw- 


berries of merit are usually offered. 


’\y ANNA KENNEDY (P). 
The Most Beautiful Strawberry ever Produced. 


In 1884 and 1885 our J. T. Lovett produced from 
crosses made by 
him between the 
finest varieties 
then in cultiva- 
tion and from se- 
lected specimens 
of fruit, three 
thousand seedling 
strawberries. As 
they came into 
1, bearing, many of 
them proved to 
be exceedingly 
large, __ luscious 
and handsome, 
i and were given 
‘ ie yy names— number- 
ae ing several hun- 
dred distinct sorts. With the exception of about a 
half dozen, all have now been discarded by reason 
of some defect— in many instances but very slight 
defects—in fruit or plant. Of the few retained 
the Anna Kennedy has ever been one of the most valu- 
able of all these seedlings. Our records show it to be a 
cross between Jersey Queen and an unknown seedling. 
It first attracted attention by the great beauty of plant 
—the foliage being large with almost round leaflets 
which glisten in the sunlight after the manner of the 
true Laurel. It is also extremely sturdy and vigorous. 
But the fruit is what is truly wonderful. The almost 
globular berries are as smooth and regular as though 
moulded, of the most intensely brilliant flame-color 
imaginable and so glossy that the light plays upon them 
and is reflected as with jewels. During the ten years 
we have fruited this variety we have yet to find a 
cockscombed or ill-formed berry. In addition to its 
marvelous beauty it is extremely rich, sweet and 
sprightly, medium to large in size and firm. The 
plant is the perfection of vigorous and luxuriant 
growth, enduring and prolific. Ripens in midseason. 
In Iowa Beauty we have an exceedingly handsome 
strawberry, but it cannot be compared with our New 
Jersey beauty, Anna Kennedy. Doz., $1.00; 100, $5.00; 
1000, $35.00. Pot grown plants, doz., $1.25; 100, $6.00, 


MICHIGAN. 
The Latest of all Strawberries. 


When introducing the Gandy strawberry in 1888 we 
thought perfec- <¢ 
tion had wellnigh 
been reached in 
the way of a late 
strawberry. The 
Gandy has prov- 
ed a marked ad- 
vance in this di- 
rection and much 
superior to all} 
that preceded it. 
But strawberry 
people—both am- 
ateur and profes- 
sional—have call- 
ed for a variety 
ripening still lat- 
er, and one that 
was more prolific and of higher quality; possessing all 
the desirable properties of the Gandy. For sucha va- 
riety we have been diligently seeking but of the hun- 
dreds of kinds tested none seemed to meet the demand, 
until we secured the Michigan. This variety was sent 
us from VanBuren County, Michigan, in the spring of 
1891, since which time we have had it under trial. It 
is with the keenest sense of pleasure we are able to an- 
nounce it has proved to be by far superior to all late 
sorts as yet before the public. Itis not only a hand- 
some berry and firm, equalling in size the Gandy, of 
high quality but ripens ten days to two weeks later 
than thatsuperb strawberry—in fact, when Gandy is at 
its best, the Michigan begins to show color upon its first 
ripening berries. In form itis bluntly conic, excep- 
tionally uniform in size and shape and of bright crim- 
son color with distinct yellow seeds. The plant is a 
strong, healthy grower and very prolific. Lateness 
in ripening is now an important factor in the profits of 
strawberry growing, and when with this is combined 
large size, immense productiveness and fine quality a 
high point of value is reached. We have purchased of 
the originator the entire stock with right to introduce 
and offered it last fall for the first: Doz., $1.00; 100, 
$5.00: 1000, $35.00. Pot grown plants, doz., $1.25; 100, 
$6.00, 


6 THE LQVETT COMBPAN V,: TPILELE STIVER, Naggs- 


ve ELEANOR. 


The Largest and Best Very Early Strawberry. 
For a long time fruit growers and amateurs alike 

: have been looking 

for a strawberry 
that was both large 
and very early, pos- 
sessing also the 
necessary proper- 
ties of vigor and 
a, productiveness of 
Wy plant, and firmness, 
an fine appearance 
ff and good quality 
M3 of fruit. In Crys- 
tal City we have 
earliness, 
berries are insig- 
nificant; in several 
other varieties 
large size, but they 
all ripen in mid- 
season or late. The 
Eleanor is second 
to none in earliness, ripening with Crystal City and in 


but its- 


advance of all others; in size rivalling the Sharpless, 
retaining its size well to the end of the season; in pro- 
ductiveness surpassing the famous Crescent: in firmness 
equal to the Wilson, is of bright scarlet color and has 
few equals in quality. Among other valuable proper 

ties of the Eleanor may be mentioned its uniform size, 
color and shape, never cockscombed, and coloring even- 
ly all over with no green tip, a strong staminate or 
perfect blossqm, and especially its vigor: a field of it 
after picking season being as green as a field of clover, 
when all other varieties are sere and brown. 

This Strawberry isa chance seedling found in At- 
lantic County, New Jersey, and has been thoroughly 
tested in field culture on an extended scale for several 
years. It is by far the earliest large berry and the 
most prolific early variety yet offered. Being fully 
convinced of its great value we have purchased the en- 
tire stock and control of the variety and offer it this 
season for the first. 

The above appeared in last spring’s issue of our cata- 
logue. After another year’s fruiting we have nothing 
to take back. It has proved worthy of all that has 
been said in its favor, and we strongly commend it 
to the attention of growers. Doz,, $1.00; 100, $5.00: 
1000, $35.00. Pot-grown plants, doz., $1.25: 100, $6.00. 


SPECIAL OBFER. 


As an inducement for all to plant and see for themselves how truly grand the THREE 
STRAWBERRY STARS really are, we will send: 


6 Layer Puants of each for $1.25 by mail. 
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25 LAYER PLANTS of each for $4.00 by mail. 
50 ae ee ve oe 7.00 ‘. 


100 LAYER PLANTS of each for $12.00 by express. 


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New and of indisputable value. It was offered last 
year for the first time but had been fruited in so many 
different localities that it became very generally and 
favorably known. It seems to us well worthy of all 
that has been said of it, and not-a defect is visible. 
The berries are large, roundish-conical, regular and 
uniform, bright glossy crimson, very handsome, firm 
and solid, excellent in quality with fine aromatic flavor. 
Plant remarkably vigorous, large, healthy, hardy and 
productive; succeeds on any soil. The berries color all 
over evenly and retain their large size to the last; every 
berry comes to maturity. Its great productiveness, 
large size, beauty and good quality render it a most 
desirable variety for the home garden. Midseason to 
late. Doz., 50c; 100, $1.50; 1000, $10.00. 


“N. BRUNETTE. 


Remarkable chiefly for its fine quality. Though of- 
fered last year 
for the first time- 
it has fruited for 
seven seasons at 
its home in Dela- 
ware Co., Indi- 
ana, where it is 
exceedingly pop- 
ular. The _ ber- 
ries are from me- 
dium to large, al- 
most perfect in 
form, very uni- 
form, dark red- 
dish crimson, firm 
and of exceeding- 
ly rich, sweet, 
luscious quality. 
It is also very 
handsome and at- 
tractive, com- 
manding the highest price in market. The plantisa 
strong grower and entirely free from rust. A fine ta- 
ble berry of superior quality and make up. Prof. 
Green of the Ohio Experiment Station says of it: ‘‘The 
Brunette has done finely for us this season. It is the 
finest berry for home use with which I am acquainted, 
and would also sell well in market.” Prof. Troop of 
the Indiana Exp. Station also places it at the head of 
all varieties for delicious flavor, and Prof. Taft of the 
Michigan Agricultural College praises it for its qual- 
ity, firmness and attractive appearance. Doz., 50c; 
100, $2.00; 1000, $15.00. : 


THE LOVETT:.COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. 7 
MARY (P). 


In introducing this superb 
variety two years ago, we 
said: ‘‘Of the largest size, 
the most prolific in bearing, 
the most beautiful in ap- 
pearance, and the firmest 
large strawberry yet pro- 
duced.” We have since 
fruited it for two more 
summers and we would not 
to-day wish to withdraw or 
modify one word of the 
commendation we then gave 
it. It has in all respects 
fully satisfied us and, what 
is perhaps more convincing, 
has greatly pleased all who 
have fruited it. The berries are uniformly of extra 
large size, conical form with blunt apex, regular in 
size and shape, never cockscombed, deep crimson in 
color, and of a rich, high quality. Its great firm- 
ness and solidity render it of exceptional value for 
distant shipment and it keeps in good condition and 
retains its fresh color remarkably well. In season 
it is medium to late and its fruit retains its large 
size to theend. In market it is reported as one of 
the best in color, flavor and size, always bringing 
the highest market price, often from ten to twenty 
cents more per quart than the best of other varieties. So much for large, handsome fruit. Plant large, vigor- 
ous, and very hardy. 

Mr. J. H. Norris, Greenup Co., Ky,, the originator of the Lovett Strawberry and a veteran professional 
strawberry grower writes us on June 7th the following unsolicited letter: 

‘‘] have been growing strawberries for an occupation for the last sixteen years. Have tested during that 
period over two hundred different varieties and have never found any strawberry that would anywhere near 
equal Mary in vigor of plant, hardiness, productiveness, large size and beautiful appearance. J bought six plants 
from you in the spring of ’94 and this season some of the plants yielded over two quarts per single plant of the 
largest and finest strawberries I ever saw. The foliage is black-green and the plant withstands all extremes of 
weather without apparent injury. It stools out and covers nearly a foot square of ground. The berry is of good 
quality and a good shipper. The above is a true description of Mary as it grows on my ground.” 

Matthew Crawford, whose crop last year was so badly injured by the late frosts that many were almost total 
failures, says of Mary: ‘‘It was almost Una juaed by the frost this season.” Doz., 35c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $5.00. 


IN f ; HENRY WARD BEECHER. 


Like its companion Mary, this continues to fulfill the claims made for it 
upon its introduction and has proved reliable and profitable under ali man- 
ner of trials and conditions. For enormous yield of large, firm berries, under 
all circumstances, we know of nothing better. It is an excellent sort for 
planting with the pistillate Mary. Notsolarge as the Mary, yet very large 
when compared with other varieties; not so beautiful yet a handsome berry. 
It possesses, however, the same firmness and high quality, and is so sturdy, 
large, productive and enduring, none should fail to plant it. It is a cross 
between the Champion and the Sharpless, and possesses all the valuable 
)) f fe properties of both parents. In fruit, the firmness and rich color of Cham- 
p pion in its palmy days, and the size of the Sharpless; while in plant it has 
the strong habit and perfect blossom of the Sharpless and the sturdiness and 
productiveness of Champion. Like the Mary, this variety has, for several 
years, been subjected to the severest tests without developing a single defect. 
For market it cannot be excelled as an all-around berry possessing, as it 
does, such a remarkable combination of size, productiveness, firmness, and 
good quality. A reliable bearer under all circumstances. The finest of all 
for canning. Season early to medium. Doz., 35c; 100, +5c; 1000, 54.00. 


ARROW (P). Y BELLE. 


As compared with its parent, Haverland, this con- Berries extra large, long, meaty and solid, high col- 
tinues to be an improvement in many respects. Fruit ored and of good quality. Plant vigorous but not of 
does not average so large, but it is brighter, firmer, strong habit, requiring deep rich soil and high culture. 
and of much better quality, regular and uniform, Its large fine fruit is a strong inducement to plant it, 
Plant healthy, strong and productive. Will undoubt- and under proper conditions it will be found a profit- 
edly become popular. Doz., 35c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $5.00. able late sort. Doz., 35c; 100, $1.25; 1000, $8.00, 


8 \, THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. J. 


BISEL (P). 

A very promising new variety, much resembling its 
parent, the Wil- 
son, in earliness, 
firmness and pro- 
ductiveness, com- 
bined with large 
size and excellent 
quality. The 
plant is all that 
can be desired in 
growth, hardiness 
and foliage, being 
large, robust and 
productive. The 
fruit maintains 
its large size to 
the last picking, 
borne on _ stout 
trusses, is very 
uniform in shape 
and size and of bright glossy crimson. Well worthy of 
trial. Early. Doz., 35c; 100, $1.25; 1000, $8.00. 


~ SHERMAN. 

Hardy and enduring, withstanding drought to an 
eminent degree, this is worthy of extensive trial. It is 
very productive of beautiful, roundish berries, bright 
crimson, firm and good. Midseason. Doz., 50c; 100, $2.00. 


SNOWBALL. 


This very interesting new variety hails from Wis- 
consin and has claimed for it great productiveness and 
firmness of fruit. In general appearance and form it 
closely resembles Warfield, being not of the largest 
size but of regular, conical shape, glossy light crimson, 
with a short neck; exceedingly firm, of good quality, 
rich, sprightly subacid. The plant isa strong grower, 
like Gandy. Ripens about midseason. We regard 
Snowball as a variety of much promise and shall watch 
it closely. It was offered last fall for the first, and up- 
to-date growers will obtain a stock of it. Doz., $1.00; 


100, $5.00. 
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Very satisfactory in the amount of berries produced 
but unless grown on rich soil they will be small. Given 
good soil and clean culture it isa variety very desira- 
ble either for home use or market. The plant is strong 
and healthy, with globular berries of bright crimson 
color and attractive appearance, moderately firm and 
of very good quality. Early. Doz., 35c; 100, $1,00; 
1000, $10.00, ; 


‘’ GARDNER. 


From Iowa comes this very promising new Straw- 
berry, where it was 
found, an accidental 
seedling. Its many 
good points stand 
ont so prominently 
that there is little 
doubt but that it will 
soon occupy a fore- 
most place in the list 
of profitable sorts; 
the plant grows well, 
is strong, robust and 
healthy. In produc- 
tiveness it is excelled 
by few varieties and 
it sets fully as much 
fruit as does Parker 
Earle. The berries 
are large, crimson, very firm, and of excellent quality. 
In firmness and ability to hold up well in shipping it is 
one of the best, and market growers will find it unsur- 
passed for shipping to distant markets. Itsproductive- 
ness and general adaptability to all soils leads us to re- 
gard it as a profitable variety also, and the same good 
qualities render it desirable for home use. Quite like 
the Manchester in productiveness and form but of bet- 
ter color, firmer and has a perfect blossom. Early. 
Doz., 35c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $5.00. 


™ STAPLES: 


A seedling of Warfield from Ohio, and promises to 
become a valuable sort for both home use and market. 
It is remarkable for vigor and strength of plant. and 
enormously prolific. The berries are of medium size, 
dark glossy crimson, moderately firm and of fine qual- 
ity. An improvement upon the parent Warfield. 
Early. Doz., 50c; 100, $2.00. 


SUNNYSIDE (P). 


Among other new varieties this takes its place claim- 
ing especial merit on account of lateness and produc- 
tiveness. The berries are not of the largest size, being 
only medium to large, of bright scarlet color, firm, and 
good in quality. The plant shows well, being a good 
grower with clean foliage, and excessively prolific. It 
is deserving of careful and extensive trial by reason of 
its unusual promise. Doz., 50c; 100, $2.00. 


™~ TUBBS. 


A firm, solid berry from Maryland where it has been 
grown for market for the past four or five years and 
yielded very large profits. Berries large, deep crim- 
son, firm, of fine quality; and exceptionally firm. 
Plant is large, vigorous, very prolific, and endures 
drought remarkably—a most valuable property. Ripens 
early and continues for a long season. A most valuable 
market variety by reason of its size and firmness. Doz.. 
35c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $5.00. 


\) WESTON (P). 
Seems to be one of those enduring and persistent va- 
rieties that thrives everywhere and under the most 
careless culture. The plant is not of extra size nor ex- 
cessively vigorous, but itis thrifty and free from rust 
or blight, and wonderfully prolific, almost as much so 
as Crescent. The berries are large, conical, rather 
broadly flattened, bright scarlet, firm and of excellent 
quality. When this is better known we predict that it 
will be planted very largely. Midseason to late. Doz., 
50c; 100, $2.00; 1000, $10.00. ; 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. ) 


GENERAL LIST. 


If to be sent by mail add 25e. per hundred for postage; at thousand rates by express only. Post free at 


dozen rates. 

‘ Australian Everbearing. Comes into bearing early 
and continues until very late. The berries are large, 
of a glowing crimson color, firm and of fine aromatic 
flavor. The plant is a good grower, very productive 
and free from rust. It will be found very desirable 
for the home garden on account of its long season of 

\ Saige and good quality. Doz., 35c;100, 75c;1000, $4.00. 


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reason of its immense size and great productiveness, 


though the fruit is rather soft and not of the best qual- 


ity. For market it is very profitable, its size and hand- 
some crimson color causing it to sell readily at high 
prices, but it cannot be recommended for very far dis- 
tant shipment. The plant is a thrifty, vigorous grower. 
Those who want an abundance of large, fine berries 
should certainly plant this. 
100, 75c; 1000, $3.00. 

Beder Wood (Racster). For home use especially this 
is desirable, and it is also profitable for a market that 
is not too distant. The plant is a good grower and, on 
good soil, productive. The berries are of medium size, 
bright crimson, moderately firm and excellent in qual- 
ity. Itisa very satisfactory sort and one of the best 
for the home garden. Early. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 1000, 
$2.50. 

\. Chairs. Very desirable for the family garden and 
profitable for a 
near market by 
reason of its enor- 
mous yield of 
‘fruit which liter- 
ally covers the 
ground. The ber- 
ries are medium 
to large, bright 
crimson, of good 
quality, but not 
sufficiently firm 
for distant ship- 
ment. Plant is a 
good grower and 
its foliage endures 
hot suns admir- 
ably. Itisa very 
reliable sort well 
adapted for general cultivation and succeeds well at 


the South. Season early to midseason, Doz., 25c; 100, 
d0¢; 1000, $2.50, 


Midseason. JDoz., ey 


V Chas. Downing. A well-known favorite for the fam- 


ily garden on ac- 
count of its high 
quality, product- 
iveness and gen- 
eral adaptability 
to all soils and 
locations. Ber- 
ries large, very 
fine in flavor but 3¥yf 
only moderately " 
firm. In some Wi 
localities south- (i Ti eee ANY) 
ward its foliage Pai Mth iy al ip hi ‘ 
is said to burn NE i) i) nee ey 
badly, but the “Wis 

plant is a good a 
grower and a bed 
of this variety 
will bear well much longer than most other sorts. We 
recommend it especially for those who desire a liberal 
supply of table berries, and in certain localities, such 
as the Hudson River valley, it has proved a very 
profitable market sort. Midseason. Doz., 25c; 100, 


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'Y Beverly. A choice variety especially adapted for the 
amateur or for the careful fruit grower, for it is unsat- 
isfactory under ordinary field culture but gives splen- 
did results when properly grown on rich, strong soil. 
The berries are uniformly large, bright glossy crimson, 
firm and of excellent quality. Plant robust and 
healthy. One of the best for family use or for a fancy 
market. Midseason to late. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 1000, 
$3.00. 


Dayton. Among all the standard sorts there is none 
superior to this for 
general merit. It 
possesses in itself a 
combination of good 
points that makes it 
one of the most profit- 
able for market and 
desirable for the 
home garden. Here, 
during the severest 
drouths, it has pro- 
duced fine crops of 
large berries, whilst 
the plants remained 
as vigorous and 
green as clover. The 
plant is a robust, 
compact grower, 
with bright, clean se 
foliage, and excessively productive. 


The berries are 
large, regular in size and shape, of a bright attrac- 
tive crimson color, so glossy as to appear varnished 
and of excellent quality. The berries are never cocks- 
combed and are exceptionally uniform in size and 


shape. It is somewhat remarkable that this is not 
more generally planted for market shipment, but all 
who have once grown it continue to plant it largely. 
We can confidently recommend it and feel sure that it 
will give general satisfaction. Early to midseason, 
Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 1000, $2,50, 


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Crescent (P). 


Valuable to many by reason of its suc- 
a ceeding with but little 
care and even under ne- 
glect. Excessively pro- 
ductive, plant a vigor- 
ous, slender grower, 
matting the ground 
wa closely with runners, 
SS which for best results 
\'should be thinned out. 
Berries medium in size, 
) bright, attractive scar- 
let, of rather poor qual- 
ity and too soft for dis- 
tant shipment. For a 
local market, where 
cheap berries are in de- 

S Wand it iS <a very 
profitable sort to grow. Early. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 
1000, $2.25. 


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as the fruitis large 
and fine and it con- 
tinues in bearing 
for a long time. 
Plant large and 
vigorous, but only 
\, | moderately pro- 
|g ductive. Berries 
/ large, almost 
round, regular and 
uniform in size and 
shape, moderately 
firm, of pale scar- 
let color and high 

2 quality, Early to 
midseason. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 1000, $5.00. 


the extreme hardiness of its plant. It is a vigorous 
grower and foliage is clean and healthy, but unless 
given rich soil and careful culture it has proved un- 
satisfactory both in yield and size with us. Early. 
Doz.. 25e; 100, 50c; 1000, $3.00. 


Gandy. (First Season.) Decidedly the best la 
strawberry as 
the standard 
latevariety 
with market 
fruit growers. 
The berries are 
large, very uni- 
form, of bright 
crimson color, 
handsome and 
showy, firm and 
of good quality. 
j Plant a strong, 
vigorous grow- 
er with clean 
foliage and pro- 
ductive when 
given good soil 
and culture, 
without which 
the yield is not 
always satisfac— 
tory. Its large size and handsome appearance makes 
it a profitable sort for a fancy market, and it should 
be included in every home collection. Late to very 
late. Doz. 25ce; 100, 50c; 1000, $3.00. 


™Y Greenville (P.) 


TAE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. J. 


Enhance. Ex- 
ceedingly pro- 
ductive, and in 
some _ localities 
one of the most 
profitable market 
sorts. The plant 
isa vigorous, 
strong grower 
with splendid fol- 
lage. Fruit large, 
rather irregular 
in shape, of dark 
crimson color, 
firm fiesh and 
good quality. For 
home use it is ad- 
mirable andit has 
many enthusias- 
tic friends. Mid- 
season to late. Doz., 


25e; 100, 50c; 1000, $2.50. 


A large, showy berry that will cer- 


tainly bring 
rich returns to 
those who will 
give it the treat- 
ment it merits. 
Itsomewhat re- 
sembles Bubach 
being of vigor- 
ous plantand 
producing large 
berries not 
very firm; but 
it is aprofitable 
berry to grow 
for a near mar- 
ket. The ber- 
riesaverage 
large and fine, 
are bright crimson in color, of excellent quality, fine 
appearance and sell readily at sight. The plant is 
large, robust and productive, with healthy, clean foli- 
age. Midseason. Doz., 25e; 100, 50c; 1090, $3.09. 

Hayverland (P). The great productiveness of this vari- 
ety renders it ex- 
ceedingly profita- 
ble for a local or 
nearby market, 
and also desirable 
for the home gar- 
den. It requires 
heavy soil, howev- 
er, andisthenvery / 
satisfactory. The f§ 
plant. is a strong ' 
grower with good 
foliage and the 
fruit islarge, long, 
of a bright, glossy 
crimson, good qual- 
ity and moderately 
firm. Early. Doz., 
25ce; 100, 50c; 1000, 
$3.00. 

Hoffman. Valuable for market growing at the South, 
where it is popular and profitable. At the North it isin- 
ferior to many other sorts. The plant is vigorous and 
productive of medium sized berries of bright scarlet color 
and very firm. Early. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 1000, $2.50. 


THE LOVETT COMPA 


lowa Beauty (Childs). 
beautiful shape and fine quality, but it is also of large 
size and firm. The berries are regular in form and 
uniform in size, of brilliant crimson color and shining, 
glossy appearance. Plant a vigorous grower and 
abundant yielder. We give it our unqualified commen- 
dation to those seeking the choicest fruit. Midseason. 

, 25e; 100, 50c; 1000, $3.50. 


Doz 
N Jucunda Improved. An improvement upon the old 
favorite Jucun- 


da; the plant 
being far more 
vigorous and 
enduring with 
fruit equally as 
fine. The ber- 
ries are large, 
regular and un- 
iform, firm and 
solid, rich crim- 
son in color, 
sweet in flavor, 
very good. One 
of the finest for 


the home gar- 
den and _ profit- 
able for markets where large, fancy fruit is in demand. 
Midseason. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 

Lovett. 


1600, $3.50. 

By reason of its great productiveness, firm- 

ness and bright, fresh 
color, one of the most 
profitable for mar- 
» ket; 
for the home garden: 
The plant is a strong 
grower, with clean, 
bright foliage, and 
exceedingly produc- 
tive. Though not of 
the verv largest size 


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cS all over before being 
fully ripe and when picked in this condition is unex- 
celled for shipping and will keepin fine condition for 
a long time. It is now conceded to be throughout the 
country one of the best and most profitable market sorts 
in cultivation. It ripens about second early and con- 
tinues long in bearing. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 1000, $2.50. 

‘Meeks’ Early. Its extreme earliness renders this va- 

Z riety particularly val- 
uable and it is there- 
fore profitable for mar- 
ket and a welcome ad- 
dition to the list for 
family use. The ber 
ries are of good size, 
firm, dark ~. crimson, 


quality. Plant a thrif 
ty grower with clean, 
bright foliage and un- 
der good culture pro- 
ductive. It should be 
in every collection. 
Doz:, ~~ 2ac. “100, 50c; 
1000, $3.00. 


A magnificent variety of 


also desirable 


feanionse and of ok 


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all that he may desire in the way of quality and fine 
flavor; there are few strawberries more desirable for 
table use, and it possesses other good properties. The 
fruit is uniformly large, very dark crimson when fully 
ripe; plant strong and luxuriant but with us has proved 
unproductive. It is much praised in other localities, 


however, and its excellent quality, fine fiavor, and 
large size should commend it to the attention of 
amateurs. Midseason. Doz., 35c; 100, $1.00; 1000, 
$5.00. 


Oregon Everbearing. A desirable variety from the 
Pacific coast, where it is said to bear almost continu- 
ously from May to December. With us it bears a fair 


crop in June and sparingly later in the season. The 
plant is large and a strong grower; berries large, 
crimson and of good quality. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 


the berries are still\, 1000 $3.50. 


Parker Earle. An excel- 
lent and valuable sort 
worthy of the honored 
name it bears. It forms 
a large, stocky plant, in- 
clined to stool, with bright 
healthy foliage. The ber- 
ries are large, long, regu- 
lar and uniform, crimson, 
moderately firm and good. { 
It succeeds on all soils and § 
yields enormously. It is (ih 
remarkable for its ability Nt i 
to withstand heat and "Wy if) 
drought and to flourish 
and bear well on light, 
dry soil. For vigor of 
plant, tough, healthy foli- 
age and yield of fruit it 
is unsurpassed. Doz., 25c; 
100, 75e; 1000, $4.00. 

Pearl. A profitable and desirable variety for many 
growers. It does well under ordinary culture and is 
well adapted to general cultivation. Vigorous grower 
and productive. Berries large, bright glossy crimson, 
conical, firm and of good flavor. A good variety for 
the home garden as well as for market. Early. Doz., 
25e; 100, 50c; 1000, $3.50. 


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less, the berries being large, irregular in form, showy, 
firm, aid of good quality. The plantis large and vig- 
orous, more productive than Sharpless under ordinary 
cultivation, and the berries are firmer. It has given us 
some very fine fruit and we regard it as one of the best 
of the large-fruited sorts. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 1000, 
Princeton Chief (P.) A tall, luxuriant grower, with 
large, dark foliage, free from rust or discase and com- 
pares favorably in productiveness with the best of the 
standard sorts. The berries are medium to large, 
borne on long stems, of a dark glossy crimson, firm an 


deservedly popular at the West. Late. Doz., 25c; 100, 
50e; 1000, $3.00. 

Regina (P.) Valuable by reason of its lateness and 
productiveness. The plant is strong and a good grow- 
er, succeeding on most soils and locations, and very 
productive of berries that are medium to large, firm, 
of bright color and good flavor. Profitable for market 
and fine for home use. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 1000, $3.00. 

Shuckless ss Vernon). We are unable to detect any 
difference between 
this and the old Mt. 
Vernon or Kirk- 
wood. The remark- 
able looseness of the 
calyx of that variety 
has served apparent- 
ly to give to ita new 
fA name. It is a good 
S variety, nevertheless, 
and produces a goed- 


that are large, bright 
crimson, and of ex- 
cellent quality. The 
= plant is hardy and 
vigorous, and no one will go far wrong in planting it. 
Lateto verylate. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 1000, $2.50. 
Sharpless. Popular for its large, handsome fruit. It 
is a superb variety upon rich, strong soil, although 


di 
appointing in yield in ordinary cultivation. The aaa 


is large and vigorous, free from rust or blight. The 
berries are large to very large, somewhat irregular in 
shape, bright crimson color, of good quality, butrather 
softand doesnot keepin good condition so long as 
many others. It isa profitabl=variety for a near mar- 
kt and with good culture wili furnish an abundance 


of fine fruit. Midseason. Doz; 256; 100, 50c; 1600, i 


Shuster’s Gem (P.) 
Desirable’ for local 
market or home use, 
not being firm enough 
for distant shipment. 
The plant is strong 
and vigorous with 


g@ large, globular, reg- 

¥ ular and uniform, of 
bright scarlet color 
and good quality. It 


growers is very prot- 
itable. Early to mid- 


season. Doz., 25¢; 100, 50c: 1000, $2.50. 


ly supply of berries\\ 


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THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE-SILVER, N. f. 


Smith’s Seedling. This isa leader. It is one of the 
most profitable and valuable of all market berries and 
very desirable for the family garden by reason of its 
fine quality and productiveness. It gives splendid re- 
turns and the fruit isso uniformly large and fine that 
we wonder why it is not more largely grown at 
the East. The plant is vigorous and hardy, with 
bright clean foliage. and is a heavy yielder. Fruit 
very large,. of a beautiful, dark crimson color and firm. 
It is especially valuable for cold climates and is very 
popular at its homein Wisconsin. Those who do not 
know this fine berry should certainly plant it. Mid- 
season to late. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 1000, $2.50. 


of good quality. It is a good shipping berry and is _/ Tennessee Prolific. A most valuable variety at the 


North as well as at 
the South. It ri- 
pens among the 
earliest and the 
berries are uni- 
formly large bright 
crimson, firm and 
very good in qual- 
ity. The plant is 
excessively produc- § 
tive, a thrifty { 
grower, with foli- 
age that ably with- 
stands the sun. The 
past season, in a 
plantation of over 
ten acres, includ- 
ing all the leading 
sorts, it was our 
most profitable va- 
riety. Doz., 25c; 100. 50e; 1070, $2.50. 

Timbrell (P). The three properties which especially 
commend Timbrell are large size, high quality and 
lateness in ripening. For producing large, fancy ber- 
ries it has few equals, but it requires careful, clean 
culture and strong rich soil. A thrifty, strong grower, 
with rank, dark foliage; fruit very large, nearly round, 
solid, dark crimson, high flavored, firm and bears ship- 
ment well. Its fine quality makes it desirable for the 
table of the amateur. Doz., 35c: 100, $1.00; 1000, $5.00. 

VanDeman. Popular with many growers, but here it 
does not give extraordinary results—requiring rich soil 
and careful culture. Like the Wilson, which it some 
what resembles in habit and foliage, the berries, 
though large at first, rapidly dwindle in size after the 
first picking. The berries are regular in form, glossy 
crimson, firm, and uf a sprightly acid flavor. Early. 
Doz., 25e; 100, 50c; 1000, $3.00. 

Wariicld (Vo. 2). P. A profitable market sort even 
under ordinary field culture, on aceount of its produc- 
tiveness and firmness. It is a much better variety than 
the Crescent, and the plantis vigorous and healthy. 
Berries medium, bright crimson, firm, and of good qual- 
ity. Upon soil that suitsit, a rich loam, one of the 
most profitable of all strawberries. Early to midsea- 
son. Doz., 25c; 100, 50c; 1000, $2.50. 


f} clean foliage; berries\/ white Noveltye A ver y desirable white strawberry of 


the Alpine or Everbearing Species. A vigorous grow- 
er, yielding a good crop in June, and on moist soil 
smaller quantities until the ground freezes. Berries 
larger than the old White Alpine, pure white and of 
excellent quality. Doz., 25c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $5.00. 

Wilson. Too well known for description; once the 
leading market sort and still popular in some sections. 
To obtain the best results at dee be grown upon rich, 
heavy soil, Early. Doz., ; 100, 50c; 1000, $2.50. 


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The upright growing varieties should be planted for field culture, inrows six feet apart, and the plants 
three feet distant in the rows, requiring 2,400 plants per acre; or four feet each way to be cultivated in hills, re- 
quiring 2,700 plants per acre. It is best to place two plants in each hill, requiring, of course, double the number. 
In garden culture plant three feet apart each way and restrict to hills. Soon as planted cut back the canes to 
within a few inches of the ground. In field culture plant the cap varieties in rows seven feet apart and three 
feet six inches distant in the row, requiring 1,775 plants to the acre; or four and half feet apart each way, requir- 
ing 2,150 plants to the acre. In garden culture plant four feet apart each way. 


PHOENIX. 


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All market growers, and all well informed amateurs as well, know how desirable and valuable a raspberry 
would be with fruit equal in high quality and as ashipper to the grand old Hudson River Antwerp, as prolific 
and of ironclad hardness. This is just what we have in the Phenix. Although there is no indication in leaf or 
cane of Antwerp blood in it, yet the fruit, in high quality and size, is fully equal to it and by far more beautiful 
in color. In no other red raspberry have we ever found such lusciousness as in this and the H. R. Antwerp, or 
such superior shipping properties, being rich and juicy yet so firm as never to crumble or bleed. In cane the 
Phoenix is the acme of productiveness and hardiness. Itis much more prolific than the Antwerp ever was and 
the most productive red raspberry we have ever fruited. The form and size of the berries are accurately shown 
in the illustration which is a study from Nature without exaggeration ; and the berries retain their full size to the 
end of the season. The canes endure the most severe winters uninjured to the tips. 

In Miller we have a close approach to the ideal early red raspberry. Phoenix is, however, far superior to 
that splendid variety ; owing to its delicious quality, greater productiveness and beauty, and being fully equal to 
it in earliness, hardiness, size and firmness. 

The history of the Phcenix is most interesting, if not pathetic. A fruit grower and nurserymar was Over- 
taken by misfortune. After struggling with superhuman energy for several years to extricate himself from his 
unhappy position, he was at last forced to behold his belongings pass away from him under the sheriff's hammer. 
Among the few things he was enabled to save from the wreck was the Phcenix Raspberry, then only a few plants 
of a promising but untested and unnamed seedling. These were given to the writer for trial, with instructions to 
destroy or introduce as he thought best after becoming fully acquainted with the variety. It affords us the most 
profound and exquisite pleasure to state, after having subjected it for several years to the most rigid trial pos- 
sible, we believe it to be the most meritorious red raspberry yet offered ; surpassing in value Cuthbert, Hansell 
and Golden Queen—all of which were introduced by us. We now offer it for the first time. Stock limited. 


Ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00; 100, $12.00. 


14 THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER: 2 


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oughly 

rs good 
~ Ss and re- 
| liable early red 


raspberry! The 
five most popu- 
lar red raspberries before 
the public are Cuthbert, 
Marlboro, Thompson’s 
Early Prolific, Brandywine and Tur- 
ner. Miler has now been fruited by 
many practical fruit growers in field culture, 
for several years, who have proved it to possess 
all the merits of all the five varieties named 
and who affirmit has not manifested a single 
defect. Of the early varieties that have 
heretofore appeared, all have either lacked 
vigor or hardiness of cane and have been 
unsatisfactory in size or firmness of fruit. 
The Miller is as vigorous aud sturdy in cane as the 
Cuthbert or Marlboro, with equally abundant and 
luxuriant foliage, producing berries fully as large and 
profusely as either; as early in ripening as Thompson's 
Early Prolific—until now the earliest red raspberry; 
as beautiful and brilliant in color as the Brandywine, 
which it surpasses as a shipper; and in sweet, luscious 
flavor and hzrdiness fully equal to Turner—just what 
we have all been wanting so long but never until now 


been able to obtain. 


Nothing in the way of red raspberries since the advent of 
the Cuthbert can be compared with the Miller in point of 
value. Such large profits were realized from the sale of 
fruit of it by growers in Delaware and New Jersey that 
those having it for years persistently and positively re 
fused to part with plants. 


ULSTER Co., N. Y., Oct. 8th, 1895. 
Last spring I bought 200 Miller Raspberries of you. I fruited them 
some trom the old canes and on my soil they are all that is needed. 
The berries are hard, bright red, and large. I think when they bear 
fully next summer I shall sell many for you. To see them will be to 
sell them. H. N. DOWNER. 
[Mr. Downer bought from us and planted last fall, 1000 more Miller]. 


ATLANTIC Co., N. J. I have fruited the Miller Raspberry for four 
Seasons and am entirely satisfied with it asa market berry. The fruit 
is large, of good flavor, firm and thus a goodcarrier. Plantsfreefrom 
disease and hardy—uninjured by the recent cold winter. Itripens 
with earliest; has along season. Last summer, though very dry, I 
picked for six weeks. A shower of rain will not make them soft. 
Pickers would as soon pick them as Wilson Blackberry and rather than 
blackeaps at the same price I have discarded all varieties such as 
Cuthbert, Brandywine, Hansell and Turner, and plant only the Miller. 
Commission men tell me it is the best red raspberry that comes to the 
Philadelphia market. [The greatest market for red raspberries in the 
world]. . D. CHAPMAN. 

[A fruit grower for thirty years upon a large scale]. 


We now have much the best stock in the country of transpLanTED. Cut 1947, SUCKERS. 
this grand Raspberry. The above cut (1947) correctly illustrates the style of plants we offer. 


Transplanted plants, (See No. 1, Cut 1947). Ea., 15¢: 3 for 35e; doz., $1.00; 100, $3.00; 1000, $25.00. 
Sucker plants, (See No. 2, Cut 1947). Ea., 10c; 3 for 25c; doz., 75c; 100, $2.50; 1000, $20.00. 


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THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. J. 15 
‘ALL SUMMER. 


Among the raspberries claimed to be 
everbearing this is undoubtedly the best. 
It is a strong and vigorous grower with 
stout, erect canes, and large foliage, 
dark green above and silvery-white be- 
neath. Berries large, crimson, luscious 
and good, produced abundantly in July 
and again later in the season. It isa 
very hardy variety, enduring extreme 
heat exceptionally well, hence well 
adapted for the South. A grower in 
Idaho says of it: ‘‘It has fruited for 
five years and borne a full crop each 
year, no matter how hot the weather. 
100 to 105 degrees in the shade is not un- 
common here. It gives a full crop / 
where other varieties do not stand the LL), yy 
excessive heat, and I think you will find# 
it particularly valuable for your Southern trade, where other sorts do not we Well worth planting in every 


garden. Ea., 15¢; 3 for 30c; doz., $1.00; 100, $5. 00. 
CONRATH. 


In this we have united earliness, vigor, 
hardiness, large size, ard productiveness; 
qualities that will give it a foremost rank. 
It resembles Gregg in many ways, being 
probably a seedling of that variety, and the 
fruit retains its large size to the last picking ° 
The canes are of ironclad hardiness, very 
prolific and make a good healthy growth. 
It is one of the best of the very early black 
cap sorts, equaling Souhegan in all points, 
with the Gregg type of berry being large and 
=> firm, sweet and good; free from the woolly 
‘appearance of that berry. The fruit always 
leaves the stem easily and may be gathered 
without crushing or breaking. Wherever it 
has been grown it has given great satisfaction 
and we can recommend it as exceedingly 
valuable. Ea., 10c; 3 for 25c; doz., 75c: 100, 
$3.00; 1000, $20.00 


‘\ GAULT PERPETUAL. 


This is a decided novelty among blackcaps; 
a truly perpetual bearer. The young canes 
begin fruiting before the first crop is gone 
and bear successively until frost. The ber- 
ries are large and firm, of a beautiful clear 
black, with fine rich flavor. The disposition 
of nearly all the young canes of this new 
variety to bear fruit the first season should certainly make it very desirable for the home garden. Ea., 35c; 3 
for $1.00; doz., $3.00; 100, $20.00. 


LOUDON. 


Having safely passed through the severest winters 
without protection in Wisconsin, its place of origin, 
this may justly be conceded the merit of great hardi- 
ness. Whether its foliage will successfully withstand 
hot suns south of New York it will require further trial 
to determine; but in the meantime the fact remains 
that the variety is very promising indeed and well 
worthy of planting, in limited numbers at least. The 
berries are extremely large, roundish-conical, large 
drupes, deep crimson, moderately firm, rich and lus- 
cious. Canes are of strong growth, with few if any 
thorns, and prolific. We think it will need a rich, eSty 4 on ben) 
moist soil, well mulched, to produce a paying crop for cor A ramen anny wee ‘ 
market, but we have not yet fruited it sufficiently to SEH (5 BY wlll es Ks “We on)? 
speak conclusively upon this point. Season late. Ea., aah seit cen bes iy, mH OD - 
25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00; 100, $15.00. a os = 


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Golden Queen. Introduced by us and the best yellow 


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raspberry. ° In all but color it is identical with Cuth- 
bert, possessing canes of robust growth, hardiness and 
productiveness, with beautiful berries of large size, 
high quality and bright golden-yellow. It isa most de- 
sirable variety for the home garden, and no collection 
should be without it. Midseason. Doz., 50c; 100, $1.253\, 


~ 1000, $10.00. 


Gregg. (Cap). A popular market sort. Canes of 
strong vigorous growth and under good culture pro- 
ductive. Berries very large, covered with heavy 
loom, firm, meaty, and of fine flavor. It requires 
good strong soil to produce best results and responds 
liberally to generous treatment. It is not entirely hardy, 
suffering in hard winters. Fine for evaporating pur- 
poses. Ripens in midseason. Doz. 40c; 100, $1.00: 
1000, $7.00. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LI 


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DB STL VE RAINS: 
COLUMBIAN. 


Canners will rejoice, at the advent of this remark- 
ably vigorous new raspberry, and it will prove also a 
welcome acquisition for the home garden. To describe 
if briefly we may say that it is of the same type as 
Shaffer’s Colossal, that is, it propagates from the tips, 
does not sucker and the fruit is similar in color. 15 is, 
however, an improvement upon the Shaffer, being even 
more vigorous in growth, quite as productive, while 
the fruit is sweeter, of higher flavor and very much 
firmer; in canning it does not break but retains its form 
better and shrinks less than any other variety. The 
berries are also very large, conical, dark purplish-red, 
rich and luscious. It is of giant habit, attaining a 
height of twelve feet or more, of ironclad hardiness 
and marvelously prolific. Its foliage is also entirely 
exempt from sunburn or scald. It will doubtless prove 
especially valuable for the South. Midseason to late. 


(See cut). BG 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50; 100, $15.00. 
' EUREKA. 


Claimed to be an improvement upon Souhegan and 
the old early sorts. To earliness has been added large 
size and immense yield. The berriesare, when at their 
best, almost as large as Gregg, firm, jet black, and of 
much better quality. The canes are vigorous, hardy 
and bear enormously. Prof. W. J. Green of the Ohio 
Experiment Station is said to have stated on various 
occasions, that one acre of Eureka will produce as 
many bushels of berries as one acre of Palmer and one 
acre of Gregg combined. It ripens with Souhegan and 
its earliness and large size have caused it to sellin 
market at exceedingly profitable prices. Ea., 10c; 3 
for 25c; doz., 75c; 100, $3.00; 1000, $20.00. 


GENERAL LIST. 


“Cuthbert. (Queen of 
the Market). Intro- 
duced by us and still 
the most popular red 


variety. Noother red 
raspberry has yet 
taken the place of it. 
Of general adaptabil- 
ity north, south, east § 
and west. The canes tif 
arehardyandofstrong \ 
growth with large, 
healthy foliage; ex- 
ceedingly productive, 
Berries large, crimson, 
firm and good. The best red raspberry ripening late. 
Doz., 40c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $8.00. 

Hansell. Introduced by us and profitable on account 
of its earliness, bright color andfirmness, Canesrather 
small, but hardy and productive, with tough, healthy 
foliage. Berries large, crimson, good quality and firm. 
Doz., 40c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $8.00. 

Royal Church. Valuable chiefly for its lateness in 
ripening—after Cuthbert—thus extending the rasp- 
berry season. Upon good, rich soil in cool, half-shady 
locations, it will prove satisfactory both in cane and 
fruit but it will not endure hot snns and should not be 
grown very far southward. The berries are large, 
handsome, bright red, firm and of fine flavor, borne in 
heavy clusters or sprays. The canes are good growers 
with clean and healthy foliage, hardy and productive. 
A govd sort for the home garden. Late. Doz:, 75c; 100, 
$3.00; 1000, $20.00. . : 


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THE LOVETE COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER XN. 17 


(Cap). 


Kansas. 


size and handsome appearance. Berries as large as 
Gregg and with much less bloom; firm and of fine qua]- 
ity. Its canes are of strong growth, entirely hardy and 
prolific; with tough, healthy, clean foliage. It is a 
great improvement upon Gregg by reason of its greater 
hardiness, less bloom and ripening earlier. Season 
about second early. Doz., 50c; 100, $1.25; 1000, $10.00. 
\\/ Lovett (Cap). The leading standard blackcap, and 


the best of its season. Unlike the Gregg, which it 
nearly equals in size of berries, itis of strong growth 
of cane. In enormous yield it is without an equal, and 
is so hardy thatit has passed through the severest win- 
ters in Minnesota perfectly uninjured. The berries aré 
jet black, firm and of long life after gathered, and of 
superior quality, being sweetand fine, with small seeds. 
It isentirely distinct from all other blackcaps and was 
introduced by us, we paying the discoverer $1000.00 for 
the control of the variety. Ripens early—with Souhe- 
gan. Doz., 50c; 100, $1.25; 1000, 810.00. 


A profitable market sort of large VA Marlboro. The 


largest of the 
early red rasp- 
berries, ripe n- 
ing a few days 
later than Han- 
sell. Whilst this 
isone of the best # 
red raspberries 
for the North, 
it will not en- 
dure hot sunsor 
southern skies, 
being evidently 
of foreign par- 
entage. The 
canes are hardy 
and fairly pro. = ae 
ductive. Fruit exceedingly large, bright crimson, and 


_ of fair quality. Doz., 40c; 100. $1.00; 1000, $8.00. 


Ohio (Cap). A popularsort, especially for evaporat- 
ing purposes, being exceedingly productive and the 
fruit retaining its flavor and shape better than most 
other varieties. The berries are of good size, of clear 
shining black and of good quality. Midseason. Doz., 
35c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $7.00. 

Progress (Pioneer). One of the earliest and most 
valuable of the blackcap varieties. Similar to Souhe- 
gan, with which it ripens, but its canes are of much 
stronger growth and its yield is even greater. It is en- 
titied to high rank among blackcaps and is a most 
profitable market sort. It is entirely hardy. Berries 
jet black, very firm and of good quality. Doz., 


 85c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $6.00. 


Shaffer’s Colossal. Canes are of wonderful vigor and 
size, hardy and enormously productive. Berries large, 
of a dull purplish, urattractive color, rather soft, but 
luscious and of a rich, sprightly flavor. Unsurpassed 
for home use. Late. Doz., 50c.; 100, $1.25; 1000, $10.00. 

Souhegan or Tyler. (Cap). A standard early market 
sort. Itripens its entire crop in a very short period. 
Canes vigorous and hardy. with foliage healthy and 
free from rust; wonderfully productive, Fruit of good 
size, jet black, but with little bloom; firm, sweet and 
pleasant. Doz., 40c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $7.00. 

, Thompson’s 
Early Prolific. 
Of value on ac- 
count of its ear- 
liness, firmness 
and bright col- 
or. It is similar 
in size and color 
to Brandywine, 
but it is of bet- 
ter quality, ri- 
pens from a 
week to ten days 
earlier and is 
more product- 
ive. Owing toits 
tough, healthy 
foliage and 
hardy canes it 


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South. 


at the Doz., 40e: 


does well 


. 100, $1.00; 1000, $8.00. 


Turner (Southern Thorniess). Extremely bardy and 
desirable as an early sort for the home garden, but too 
soft for market purposes. The canes make a strong, 
healthy growth and are ery productive. Berries of 
good size, bright crimsun color, soft and of honeyed 
sweetness. Early. Doz., 40c; 100, $1.00: 1000, $7.00, 


18 THE LOVETD COMPANY, TIGEDE SILVER, NAS: 


“NWJAPANESE RASPBERRIES. 
STRAWBERRY-RASPBERRY. 


Shown on Colored Plate. 


This is indeed a remarkable fruit which, 
like so many novel and valuable fruits, 
comes to us from Japan. It is said to bea 
hybrid between the strawberry and rasp- 
berry. Improbable as this wouid seem to 
appear, the habit of the plant and its fruit 
give strong evidence that this statement is 
correct; “rommythe engraving,” whichis a 
careful study of a plant in bearing, it will be 
seen its habit is that of neither of the fruits 
named, but a compromise of the two; it be- 
ing a spreading, low-growing bush, produc 
ing its fruit in branching clusters of three 
or more at the ends of the stems. In form 
and appearance of fruit it is about as good a 
combination of a strawberry and. red rasp- 
berry as one could well imagine—in size 
about midway between the two and the form 
of neither, but half way between each, being 
formed of globules or drupes like a raspber- 
ry, but in color a crimson equaling in bril- 
liancy the most beautiful ‘strawberry. It 


is said to be entirely hardy. A fruit so 


unique in every way, so Bee ainely beautiful and prolific and so full of promise, cannot 


fail to meet a ready and large sale. The 
plants we offer are pot-grown, strong and 
fimelyairooLed. 4.) Hak. 20, 03) tol 50°C; doz., 
$1.50; 100, $8.00. 


WINEBERRY. 


There is nothing but praise for this interesting plant 
and it pleases no less in its ornamental character than 
for its beautiful fruit. It is a large, robust grower, 
perfectly hardy and among the most enor mously pro- 
lific of all the small fruits. The berries are borne in 
large clusters, and each berry is at first tightly en- 
veloped by the large calyx, forming a sort of burr, 
which is covered with purplish-red hairs so thickly as 
to present the appearance of moss rose buds. These 
gradually open and turn back, exposing the fruit in all 
its beauty. The berries are of a beautiful, translucent 
appearance, running through all the shades of amber 
to crimson as they ripen. In quality it is quite distinct, 
but a decided brisk sub-acid. When cooked it is grand, 
retaining its rich and sprightly flavor, and surpassing 
when canned or preserved even the Huckleberry. For 
jelly making it is w ithout an equal. From it a most 


delicious and healthful wine c an be made with the ut- 


most ease, after the manner of currant wine. It begins 
ripening in July, the berries are produced in great 
abundance, and it continues in bearing for a long time. 
Itis proving extremely profitable as a market fruit 
with some growers, owing to its enormous yield and its 
ready sale at high prices in market. Grows readily 
from seed. Doz., 40c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $8.00, Trans- 
planted plants, (foo large to mail), doz., *0c; 100, $1.50; 
1000, $10.00. Seed, 10c. per pkt; 2 pkts. for lic, 


THENLOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. ig 


GOLDEN MAYBERRY. 


A Raspberry which Ripens its Fruit Before Strawberries. 
The earliest 


Ras p Dae may 
known. The 
berries are of a 
golden straw col- 
“or, as large: as 
Cuthbert, and ri- 
pen herein April, 
a month before 
ITansell, before 
strawberries, and 
before the earli- 
est of the stand- 
ard Raspberries 
of the past have 
fully set their 
fruit. The bush- 
es are distinct 
from all others, 
growing like 
trees, six to eight 
feet high, with 
spreading tops; 
and allalong the 
branches large, 
white, well-shap- 
ed blossoms are’ 
pendant, which ; 
are soon follow- Rl py Ma { 
ed by the great, | A7AmRMNG nT limcah 2x 
sweet, glossy, y 
golden, semi- 
translucent berries. The plants when well established, will surprise one with their abund- 
ance of fruit. The history of this variety is as follows: ‘Some ten years ago I instructed 
my collector in Japan to hunt up the best wild Raspberries, Blackberries and Strawberries 
that could be found. .Several curious species were received the next season, and among 
them a red and also a dingy yellow, unproductive variety of Rubus palmatus. One of these 
plants, though bearing only a few of the most worthless, tasteless, dingy berries I have ever 
seen, was selected solely on account of its unusual earliness, to cross with Cuthbert and 
other well-known Raspberries. Among. the seedlings raised from this plant was this one, 
and though no signs of the Cuthbert appear, yet itcan hardly be doubted that Cuthbert 
pollen has effected some of the wonderful improvements to be seen in this new variety.” 
The preceding is the description of Mr. Luther Burbank, the originator. It isamost novel 
fruit in every way—the foliage and habit being totally different from any other raspberry 
in cultivation. Unlike other raspberries it forms a shrub-like bush that does not die down, 
but continues to produce fruit indefinitely, after the manner of currants and gooseberries. 
The original stock consisting of six large plants and forty-eight small ones was sold for 
$800.00, When first offered to the public two years ago it sold for $5.00 per plant. 
This and the Strawberry-Raspberry, both of which are shown on colored plate, are the 
most unique, interesting and remarkable fruits that have been offered in a long time. 


Strong, well developed plants, from pots, ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50; 100, $8.00. 
Heavy. transplanted plants, ea., 40c; 3 for $1.00; doz., $3 00. 


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Many kinds of blackberries will succeed, not only on good fruit land, but even on the most sandy porous soils. 
They require the same treatment as recommended for raspberries, but in field culture should be planted in rows 
from five to seven feet apart (according to the strength of the variety), and three feet distant in the rows; in 
garden culture plant rows five feet apart and plant three feet distant in the rows. The pruning should be goy- 
erned by tho growth of the cane and should be severe. Pinch back the canes in summer when three feet high, 
causing them to throw out laterals. 

By mail at dozen Ga If ordered at 100 rates to go by mail add 50c. per 100 for postage. 

9 
MAAWELL’S EARLY. 
; t < 2147 Weare more pleased than ever with 
this fine blackberry which is fruiting ad- 
mirably with us and giving very profit- 
able returns. Its large size, extreme 
earliness and other good properties make 
it very valuable indeed. It is as large or 
larger than Wilson’s Early and ripeas as - 
early as Early Harvest. Added to these 
qualities it is sweet, rich and luscious; 
melting in the mouth—no core whatever. 
It ripens before strawberries are gone and 
in company with Lucretia Dewberry and 
Early Harvest Blackberry, and is three 
times as large as the latter. The canes 
are exceedingly prolific, very low, stocky 
and strong and free from rust, double 
blossom and all other diseases. Although 
itscanes were somewhat hurt the past 
season it was much hardier than Wilson 
or Early Harvest and gave us last sum- 
mer, a good yield of fruit. A berry so 
large, early and healthy as Maxwell's 
_Early cannot fail to meet with a warm 
reception by fruit-growers everywhere: 
and will be extensively planted as soon as 
its merits become known. Market grow- 
ers who are mourning the decadence of 
the popular Wilson’s Early by reason of 
disease and otherwise will find in thisa 
very desirable substitute and one that is 
as early, of equally as good quality, and 
every way as good a cropper under the 
same conditions. Wecan recommend it 
as reliable, early and good. Root Cuttiny Plants, ea., 10c; 3 for 25c: doz., 75ce; 100, 


$3.00: 1000, $25.00. ™y 
\Y” ELDORADO. 


One of the largest of the newer blackberries which has developed merits of a high 
order and which, if equally successful generally, must surely be of greav value. It is & 
Western berry and has made many friends. The berries are large, jet black, borne in 
thick clusters and ripen well together; in quality sweet, melting; rich and pleasant, with ¥ 
small core. Canes strong, hardy and productive. It has been in cult:~ation for a num- - 
ber of years and under test at the various Experiment Stations for several seasons past 
with very satisfactory results. It is especially valuable for its fine quality and sweet 
flavor which will give it a welcome place upon the list of really fine table sorts, and in the 
family garden it will receive the high culture best fitted for it. Weregardit as worthy 
of the utmost confidence. Medium early. Root Cutting Plants, ea., We; 3 for 50c; 
doz., $1.50; 100, $10.00. 


CHE EOVELT COMP VA LILI LE SILVER, Nov. 21 


Lovett’s Best has now been fruited in all parts of the country—North, South, East and West—and the uni- 
versal verdict of fruit growers and horticulturists is thatit is the best Blackberry in cultivation, all things con- 
sidered. The past season we had a field of ten acres of it in bearing and in comparison with all the popular 
varieties it not only yielded more fruit and continued longer in bearing than any other variety, but the berries 
brought a much higher price in market. In brief, this ten acres of Lovett’s Best gave the largest returns and 
the greatest profit per acre of anything in the way of berries that we have ever grown. It is a thoroughly re- 
liable Blackberry of large size, with a cane of iron-clad hardiness, and unites not only these two invaluable 
properties in an eminent degree, but possesses in addition the merits of ripening early, great productiveness, en- 
tire freedom from disease and double or rose blossom, strong, vigorous growth of cane, extra high quality, jet 
black permanent color and fine appearance. It ripens early and continues to bear until the close of the season. 
We picked steadily last summer up to August 25th and there were then green berries on the vines, and this, too, 
in a period of intense drought, having had no rain to speak of for over two months. We pronounce it the best 
Blackberry for the fruit grower and the best for the family garden. The past severe winter it was the orly 
variety producing large fruit that was not badly injured in cane. Root Cutting Plants, 3 for 20c; doz., 60c; 
100, $2.50; 1000, $20.00. , ‘ 


HILDS’ EVERBEARING TREE 
or TOPSY BLACKBERRY. 


‘“‘For a blackberry it is the largest, finest flavored, most pro- 
lific, fruiting for two months and requires no stakes. This 
fine novelty * * * is surely one of the most desirable 
new things we ever offered, and what we say of it we speak 
of what we have seen and what we have tested, and not from 
what others say. It grows from five to seven feet high, branch- 
ing freely into tree form * * * straight and erect, requiring no 
stakes. The berries are of enormous size, equaled only by the 
Erie; borne in great clusters which commence to ripen early in 
July and continue into September, making its fruiting period 
fully two months or more. The finest blackberries we ever ate 
we picked about September Ist from some of these plants which 
had been ripening fruit since July 8th. They are exceedingly 
sweet, juicy and delicious, melting in the mouth without a parti- 
cle of hard core. Its delicate flavor, great productiveness, 
enormous size, longseason of bearing and nerfect hardiness in 
the coldest part of the country, make it the most valuable of all 
berries for family use.” Childs’ Catalogue. 

Mrs. C. A. Barton, Santa Anna, Cal., says: ‘‘ Received the 
Wineberry and Tree Currant; they are growing finely. If they 
do as well as your Tree Blackberry I shall be more than pleased 
with them. Have taken up all other Blackberries as we wart 
nothing but the Tree.” 

Like Wilson’s Early it is undoubtedly a natural hybrid, 
found growing wild in New Jersey. It was transplanted to the 
garden and developed by us some six years ago, who first made 
it known. It is of special value for the home garden at the 
South as it has very remarkable endurance in periods of pro- 
longed drought and excessive heat. Root Cutting Plants, ea., 
15e; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.00; 100, $7.50. 


22 


GENER 


both on account of its extreme earliness and very fine 
quality. The berries are larger than Early Harvest, of 
an intense glossy black, very attractive, of delicious 
flavor and produced in great abundance. The canes 
are of strong growth and entirely hardy. It should be 
the universal chcice for the early home supply. _Root 
Cutting Plants. Doz., 50c; 100, $2.50; 1000, $20.00. ™ 

Crystal White. Bonvice OW 
fine translucent white, of 
good size, sweet and pleas- 
ant. Canes are of a pale 
green color, of strong 
S growth, exceedingly prolific 
but not entirely hardy. 
Should be planted near 
other sorts to fruit well, 
as its blossoms are pistillate. 
A very interesting variety 
and, being a white black- 
berry, rather curious. Root 
Cutting Plants, Doz., 50c; 
100, $2.00. 


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nil iit Hj ii \ = Erie. The most 
Mt ai \ (wy popular of the black- 
"A \ berries and now in 


large demand for 
market growimg. Its 
many good proper- 
ties and general suc 
cess in field culture 
\  ) have made it de- 
\\ @i servedly a favorite. 

\/) In shape it is almost 

Y./ ? round, which gives 
it the appearance of 
SS being larger than it 
really is, and very 
uniform. The Erie 
somewhat resembles 
Lawton in habit of 
growth and shape of 
berry, but is very 
much hardier. Root 
Cutting Plants. Doz., 
d0ce; 100, $2.50; 1000, 
$20.00. 


Early Harvest. Waluable for 
its earliness, attractive appear- 
ance, firmness and productive- 
ness. Berries not of the lar- 
gest size but very uniform, of 
a bright, glossy black and ex- 
cellent in quality. It is not 
entirely hardy, but succeeds ,j 
in all but very cold sections, 4 
and a very slight protection 
suffices for it there. For the § 
South it is especially valuable. ® 


Doz., 40c; 100, $1.00; 1000, 
$7.00. 
Kittatinny. Once the most 


popular of all blackberries for 
general planting, but it is not 
safe from winter killing north 
of the latitude of New York 
City, and of recent years has 
become affected with the 
‘Corange rust.” The berries 
are large, handsome, and of 
delicious flavor; canes of \\ 
strong, erect growth, and pro- 


ductive. Season medium to 
late. Root Cutting Plants. 
Doz., 40c; 100, $1.50; 1000, 
10.00. 


Lawton. (New Rochelle.) An 
old favorite, esteemed for its 
productiveness and large size. 
Like Kittatinny, itis of strong, 
erect growth, but much freer 
from rust. The berries are 
large and delicious when fully ‘ 
ripe, but turn black before 
ripening andare then hard and 
sour. Itsuceeds over a wide 
range of country and is one of * 
the best standard sorts, but 
has now been superseded by 
Erie whichis hardier. Midsea- 
son to late. Root Cutting Plants 
Doz., 40c; 100, $1.50; 1000, $10.00, 


Deen COM Aiea, PLE SILVER. WV. 
\\ OHMER. 


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The source from which this blackberry comes shoul 


of itself be a sufficient guarantee of its value and 
promise, for the originator is no less than N. Ohmer, 
of Ohio, the originator of the celebrated Gregg rasp- 
berry, and one of the most extensive and successful 
small fruit growers in the United States. In this case, 
the bearing of his own name is an evidence of his high 
opinion of the variety, and his judgment is that of an 
experienced grower. It will very acceptably fill a place 
now empty and supply the existing dcmand for 
profitable, large, late blackberry. In both plant and 
fruit it is all that can be desired, the canes being en- 
tirely hardy (having passed through sixteen degrees be- 
low zero uninjured), of strong, vigorous growth and 
immensely productive; foliage tough, healthy and free 
from rust. The berries are large, jet black, glossy and 
attractive, firm and of sweet, rich flavor, tender, and 
good. It ripens about with Taylor’s Prolific, but its 
larger size causes it to sell at higher prices.  Ea., 
10c; 3 for 22c; doz., 75c; 100, $2.50; 1000, $20.00. 


W Snyder. 


WV Wilson’s Early. A well-known 


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Valu- 
able for theNorth 
by reason of its 
extreme hardi- 
ness. W onder- 
fully productive, 
and though the 
berries are but 
medium in size, 
they are sweet 
and juicy, and 
when fully ripe 
without hard 
core. This may 
be said to be the 
standard early 
sort for the North 
and Northwest 
and it is very 
popular, being more largely planted, perhaps, than any 
other of the ironclad varieties. Doz., 40c.; 100, $1.00; 
1000, $9.00. 

Taylor’s Prolific. An excellent companion for Sny- 
der for extreme northern climates. Berries are of good 
size, larger than Snyder, ripen later and are of fine 
flavor; cane of strong growth, ironclad hardiness, and 
very prolific. Midseason to late. Doz., 40c; 100, $1.50; 
1000, #10.00. 


variety, once the leading early 
blackberry and still popular in 
many sections, but is now sup- 
erseded by better early sorts- 
Doz., 40c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $6.00. 
Wilson Junior. A seedling of 
Wilson’s Early, whose place it 
has taken very largely. It 
possesses all the good qualities 
of its parent, combining size 
earliness and productiveness 
with its fine appearance and 
market properties. Doz., 40c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $6.00. 


ANNIE LAURIE STRAWBERRY. 


(Omitted from proper place.) 

From Ohio where it has been very favorably received. 
It approaches closely to perfection in size, form, color 
and quality and promises to become popular for mar- 
ket. The plant is strong and stocky with luxuriant 
healthy foliage, and bears well on both light and heavy 
soil. The fruit is medium to large, almost round, of a 
glossy, bright crimson, superior “in quality, firm anda 
very good keeper. Doz., 50c; 100, $2.00; 1000, $10.00. 


CRANBERRIES. 


Sent postpaid at 100 rates; 50c. per 1000 additional for postage 


Culture. 


half inches above ground. 


and grow. 
Se after freezing weather in spring. 
pe Doz., 20c; 100, 50c; 1000, $2.50. 

Large Cherry. There are many varieties called Cher- 
ry, but the one offered is the largest and best of them 
all. Large, round, bright red and a good keeper; vine 
vigorous, prolific. Rather late. 


Lots of 5000 and ae at special rates. 


Prepare the soil. if wet and spongy, by draining away the surplus 
water to ten or twelve inches below the surface; remove the topsoil, make level 
and cover with two or three inches of sand. Plant two feet apart each way 
(requiring 10,000 slips per acre) with dibbles, leaving a top of one to one and a 
The slips root readily, even when apparently dead 
from drying; if placed in water twelve to twenty four hours, they will revive 
Flood the plants at approach of winter, keeping them coyered until 


Bell. Well known and extensively grown. Of good 
size, bell-shaped, dark red, although variable in form 
and color; vines prolific. A good keeper. Ripens ear- 
lier than Cherry. 


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Sketched from Nature. Aliso the berries that appear in colored frontispiece. 


A hybrid between the biackberry and red raspberry produced in California and the most 
valuable addition to the list of small fruits that has appeared during the past fifty years. The 
berries are very large; fully equaling in size the largest blackberries, which they resemble 
in form and structure, but are deep reddish-maroon in color; melting, without core, and of 
rich sprightly flavor—a mingling of the red raspberry and blackberry, mellowed and re- 
fined-—as luscious as it is novel; and as firm as a blackberry. 

The canes are of strong, vigorous growth with an abundance of large, dark green leath- 
ery foliage, resembling that of the raspberry more than the biackberry and are semi-trailing 
in habit; are without the large sharp thorns of the blackberry, but with numerous fine red 
spines like those upon red raspberries. They are entirely hardy without protection and enor- 
mously prolific. 

A delicious fruit for dessert that cannot fail to please the popular palate, and equally 
desirable for canning. For jellies and jams it is said to be unequaled. What adds special 
value to this unique fruit 1s its season of ripening, maturing as it does in advance of rasp- 
berries, far in advance of blackberries—and at the close of the strawberry season. At 
Monmouth the past summer it was fully ripe on June 24—before we could gather the first 
red raspberries—and continued for a long season; perfecting its last berries and bringing 
them up to full size. 

Having fruited this new fruit in field culture we speak from experience as to its hardi- 
ness and other valuable properties. By reason of its many merits we are convinced it is of 
the greatest value, both for the home garden and for profit. 

Price, ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00; 100, $25.00. 


EpITor’s OFFICE OF THE Sun.- NEW YORK, June 27th, 1895. 


Gentlemen: Many gentlemen are building in my neighborhood and probably want trees, etc. In fact one 
party who has heard our praises of your stock so often, has asked for your address. Itis a fact that everything 
had of you—apples, cherries, plums, apricots, currants, raspberries, etc., ete.—now in full bearing, could not be 
improved upon. It may be because I have them carefull looked after, but the quality of the fruit [the italics 
are his]could not be excelled. You areat liberty to refer the parties named to me, where they may call and see 
for themselves. I offer this simply as your due, for the fair dealing received at your hands. when I had to leave 
all to you; fruit-growing being an enigma to me. Yours truly, A. D. Smita. 


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THE LOVETT, COMPANY. 25 


DEWBERRIES. 


The Dewberry has not been cultivated to any great extent on account, perhaps, of the 
{ew varieties that are worth growing. There is no reason, however, why people should 
not enjoy this wholesome and delicious fruit, especially as it comes at a season between 
raspberries and blackberries. The best mode of culture is to treat it somewhat like the 
strawberry and plant it in rows six feet apart with the plants three feet distant in the 
rows; or setting the plants four feet by four. Keep the soil mellow and clean. 

Lucretia. Decidedly the best of all dewberries. As early or earlier than Early Har- 
vest blackberry and larger than the Erie. It isa superb fruit; large and handsome, of a 
jet black, melting, and of a delicious quality. The plant is entirely hardy everywhere, a 
healthy strong grower, and exceedingly productive. We can confidently recommend the 
Lucretia as being a fine acquisition to the family garden and a delightful introduction to 
the blackberry season. Doz., 40c; 100, $1.50; 1000, $8.00. (Postpaid at dozen rates. If 
to be sent by mail, add 50c. per hundred for postage). 


\. DWARF ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHERRY. 


Of all the fruit introduced from the West this appears to be the 
most valuable. It is as hardy as an oak, having withstood a temper- 
ature of forty degrees below zero, unharmed in either fruit-bud or 
branch. It is one of the most productive of all fruits, sixteen quarts 
of fruit having been picked from off a three-years-old bush and 
eighty cherries off a branch, twelve inches long, of a two-years-old 
bush. The illustration here given, which is from a photograph of a 
branch, will give some idea of its productiveness. The fruit is jet 
black when fully ripe, averages somewhat larger than the English 
Morello, its season of ripening being after all others are gone. in 
quality and flavor it is akin to the sweet cherries, excellent in flavor ba 
and a pleasant fruit fur eating out of hand. f 

This Cherry is of a bushy habit of growth, rarely exceeding four 
feet in height, and is really a fine ornamental shrub that would grace ») 
any lawn, bearing in spring a mass of beautiful white bloom. The 
advent of this very desirable dwarf cherry will fill a much needed 
want, viz., that of a productive dwarf cherry tree for family gar- 
dens, for which its early bearing—it begins to fruit at two years old 
—and ease of culture renders it admirably adapted. We consider it 
a decided acquisition for garden cultivation. This does not, in the 
young plant, produce a large fibrous growth of root, but has always 
a scraggy appearance; they grow readily, however, if carefully 
planted. Having a large stock we offer it at very low rates, viz: 
Ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50; 100, $10.00 (by mail, if desired). 


VY JUNEBERRIES. 


The Dwarf Juneberry is an excellent substitute for the Swamp 
Huckleberry or Wortleberry, which it resembles in appearance 
and quality, but is of the easiest culture. ‘The fruit is borne in 
clusters, as shown in the engraving, reddish-purple in color, 
changing to bluish-black. In flavor it is of a mild, rich, sub- 
acid; excellent as a dessert fruit or canned. It is extremely 
hardy, enduring the cold of the far North and the heat of sum- 
mer without injury. In habit it is similar to the currant, the 
bushes attaining the same sizeand are literally covered with fruit 
\ in June. The blossoms are quite large, and composed of fine 
=4 white petals; which, with its bright, glossy, dark green foliage, 
renders it one of the handsomest of ornamental shrubs. As it 
grows from suckers, the plants frequently have but little roots. 
but they transplant so readily that they rarely fail to ‘live if 
planted firmly. 

Improved Dwarf. An improvement upcn the common June- 
berry, and .be variety generally offered in the catalogues. It is 
a good sort, but much inferior to the following. Ea., 10c; 3 for 
25e; doz., 75e. 100, #4.50 (by mail); 34.00 by express. 

Success. A superb variety, the result of careful crossing by 

oN Prof. Van Deman, late U.S. Pomologist, and a great improve- 
ment upon all others. Perfectly hardy, free from disease, and exceedingly productive; fruit delicious, rich and 
fullin flavor. Weare the introducers of this new variety baving purchased from Prof. Van Deman the entire 
stock. Ea., t5c: 3 for 35¢; doz., $1.00 (by mail) 


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A cool, moist location is best for this fruit, and for this reason it succeeds adnurably when planted by a stone 


wall or fence; being benefitted by partial shade. 
in the rows. 


necessary for the best returns. 


Plant in rows four feet apart, and the plants three feet apart 
Keep the ground mellow and free of weeds and grass, using fertilizers copiously. 
So soon as the leaves turn yellow and begin to fall, with a pruning knife remove 


Mulching is 


all the old wood and cut back the young shoots a third of their length, cutting to the ground enough of these to 


admit air and light into the bush freely. 


When the currant worm appears dust the bushes with Buhach or 


tobacco dust; it can be exterminated also by dissolving powdered white hellebore (to be had at any drug store) in 
the proportion of an ounce to a pail of water, and applied with a syringe upon the leaves. 


Prices: I yr., 3 for 20c; doz., 50c; 100, $2.50. 


2 yrs., 3 for 25c; doz., 60c: 100, $3.90; except as 


otherwise noted. 


lyr. by mail at dozen rates. 


Black Naples. Very hardy and until recently the 
leading black currant, but now superseded by Black 
Champion. All the black kinds are much prized for 
making jams and jellies, and are highly profitable for 
market growing in some sections. This is especially 
valuable for Canada and other points of the extreme 
North. 2 


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Fay’s Prolific. The leading red va- 
riety. It has fully sustained the broad 
claims which were made for it by the 
disseminator upon its introduction, 
and is the largest and one of the best 
red currants. It has been widely 
planted and has given general satis- 
faction. The bush is astrong grower, 
wonderfully prolific and comes into 
> pearing early. Fruit is large, bright 
P red, and of good flavor, and less acid 
> than Cherry, which itis rapidly super- 
seding. A regular bearer and reliable 
sort, it is rapidly becoming the favor- 
ite. 1 yr., ea., 10e; 3 for 20c; doz., 
60c, 100, $3.50. 2yrs., ea., 15¢e; 3 for 
80c; doz., 75e; 100, 35.00. 

Cherry and Versailles. Well known 
and until lately the most popular 
market sorts; uniformly the largest 
of all red currants except Fay’s Pro- 


lific. Bunches large. berries very 
large, bright, sparkling crimson. 


beautiful, very acid. 


Lee’s Prolific. Earlier than Black 
with larger berries and is 
Like Black Naples, 


FAY’S PROLIFICS 

(Much Reduced). Naples, 
more productive. 

of special value for jellies and jams. 


An old favorite, producing in abundance 
fruit of the very best quality, which is the best of all 
for making red jellies and wines, but the berries are 
small. The finest in quality of all the older varieties. 

Victoria, Especially valuable on account of its late 
ripening. Bunches long, berries medium to large, pale 
red in color, and of excellent quality. 

White Grape. This is a currant of all others that 
should be in the family garden, not only for its hand- 
some appearance but for its fine quality. Its bunches 
are extremely long, berries large, of a beautiful trans- 
lucent white and excellent flavor. 
decidedly the best white variety. 


The largest and 


Tf to go by mail at 100 ie 50c. per 100. 2 yrs. old are too large to mail. 


CRANDALL or TREE. 


A purely native 
American currant, dis- 
tinct from the Euro- 
pean black currant, ‘ 
and without a trace of ¢ 
its strong odor. This 
is the best variety of 
its species yet intro- 
duced. The bush grows 7g 
toa height of four feet BM 
or more, is perfectly 4 
hardy and immensely 
productive, the branch- 
es being invariably { 
loaded with fruit. The 
berries are large, in- — 
tensely black, and of ; ay ee 
a fairly good quality. Ss SS 
It is excelient when cooked and is well adapted for 
sauces, pies, jams, etc. No insect enemies have been 
found to defoliate it and it is entirely exempt from the 
attacks of the currant worm. 1 yr., ea., 10c: 3 for 
20e; doz., 60c; 100, $3.50. 2 yrs., ea., 15c; 3 for 30c; 
doz., 31.00: 100, 35.00. 


“Ny NORTH STAR. 


Combines many excellent properties which promise to 
make it of great value. In both bunch and berry the 
fruit is large, of bright crimson color, very handsome 
and of superior quality. Its bunches are much larger 
than any other currants and it exceeds all other varieties 
in productiveness. 1 yr., ea., 15c; 3 for 30c; dow., $1.00; 
100, $5.00. 2 yrs., ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50; 
100, 38.00. 


BLACK CHAMPION. 


As great an improvement among black currants as 
is Fay’s Prolific among the red varieties. Like Fay’s 
the clusters and berries are exceedingly large, and, un- 
like the other varieties of its class, the bushes are heavy 
annual bearers. The flavor of the fruit is richer and 
much milder than the old Black Naples or Blacx 
English, from which it has no doubt sprung. Entirely 
exempt from the ravages of the currant worm or other 
insects, and by far the finest Black Currant yet pro- 
duced. 1 yr., ea., 10c; 3 for 20c; doz., 60c; 100, $3.50, 
2 yrs., ea., 15c; 3 for 30c; doz., $1.00; 100, $5,00, 


Plant in rows four feet apart and three feet distant in the rows. Same directions as for currants. 
1yr. by mail at dozen rates. If to go by mail at 100 rates, add 50c. per 100. 2 yrs. old are too large to mail. 


‘Downing. The bestof the American varieties. Large, productiveness, reliability, and sweet, good flavor. 
pale green and of excellent quality. Bush vigorous, Berries smail and pale redin color. 1 yr., ea., 10c; 3 
hardy, prolific and nearly free from mildew. 1 yr... for 20c; doz., 60c; 100, $3.00. 2 yrs., ea., 12c; 3 for 25c, 
ea., 10c; 3 for 25c; doz., 75c; 100, $5.00. 2 yrs., ea., ‘\doz., 75e: 100, $4.00. 
15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.00; 100 47.00. Industry. Given cool, rich soiland northern exposure 

Houghton. An old, well-known sort, renownedforits it bears immense crops and is quite exempt from mil- 


dew. Berries very large, dark red, hairy, ~ 


fine quality. 1 yr. ea., 15c; 3 for 30c; 
doz., $1.00; 100, #6.00. 2 yrs., ea., 20c; 3 

_ for 50c; doz., $1.50; 100, $8.00. 

‘y Golden Prolific. An American seedling 
of the English type, requiring partial 
shade and cool soil. A good grower, en- 
tirely hardy anda heavy bearer. Fruit 
large, deep golden-yellow, excellent qual- 
ity. lyr., ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00. 
2 yrs., ea., 35c; 3 for $1.00; doz., $3.00. 


y Chautauqua. A valuable berry, prob- 
ably of foreign origin but showing less 
tendency to mildew than any of its class. 
A vigorous upright grower and wonder- 
fully prolific. Berries large, pale-yellow, 
smooth, very sweet and of exquisite fla- 
vor. 1 yr., ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; -doz., 
$4.50. 2 yrs., ea., 75c; 3 for $2.00; 

. doz., $6.50. 

VY Red Jacket. A strictly native variety, 
rivaling the foreign sorts in size. Vigor- 
ous, free from mildew, and exceedingly 
productive. Berries large, smooth, ruby- 
red and of fine flavor. 1 yr., ea., 25c; 3 
for 60c:; doz., $2.00. 2 yrs., ea., 80c; 3 for 

“ty %5e: doz., #3.00. ‘ 

Y Oregon Jumbo. A monstrous berry in 
size, from the Pacific coast, excelling all 

- OREGON JUMBO, others. Bush a vigorous grower, pro- 

ductive, and has never been known to mildew. Berries of a beautiful pale-green color and high quality. It is 

worthy of a place in every home garden, Strong 2 yrs., ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., *5.00. 


\ TREE CRANBERRY. 


Among the ornamental berry-bearing shrubs there are few superior, 
either for beauty or for the usefulness of their fruit, to the Tree or High- 
bush Cranberry. It forms a symmetrical little tree, and is a pleasing orna- 
ment on the lawn or shrubbery. Its juicy, acid fruit is of a bright red and 
is used as an excellent substitute for the swamp cranberries. The berries 
hang on well and present an effective appearance in winter. The shrub is 
well worth planting for ornamental effect alone; its excellent fruit makes 
it a profitable adjunct. It issurprising that so few are aware of its beauty 
and utility. It should be more generally planted. The trees we offer have 
been selected with a view to large fruit and small seeds and are sure to 
please. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35¢; doz., $1.00; 100, $6.00 (by mail). Strong plants, 
2 to 3 ft., 20c; 3 for -0c; doz., $1.50; 100, $8.00 (foo large to mail), 


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ELAAGNUS, GRAPES. 


ELAEAGNUS. 


Elgagnus longipes. A beautiful shrub from Japan, belonging -to the Olive family of 
plants. It grows to the height of from five to six feet, making a well branched bach at 
great beauty; leaves longish-oval, bright green above and silvery-white beneath. The 
blossoms appear in May, in great profusion. The berries are ripe early in July and are 
oval in shape, like an olive, and about the size shown in the illustration, often much 
longer, bright scarlet, and very abundant. Like cranberries, the fruit requires cooking, 
and may be used in the same manner. The,bush is entirely hardy and is free from in- 
sect enemies. 

The true longipes is a dense, bushy grower, which begins to bear fruit when about 


i re limits of a catalogue do not permit more than brief mention of modes of cultivation of the grape. We 

eter the reade1 to the excellent works of Fuller and Hussman for full details. Plant in rows six feet apart and 
eight feet apart in the row. Dig holes sufficiently large to amply accommodate the roots of the vine and use only 
fine surface soil in filling in, mixing with it a little ground bone. Cut back one year vines to two eyes, placing 
the lower one beneath the surface; cut back two years vines to three or four eves, putting two or three eyes below 
the surface. Spread the roots out, after trimming them; place the stock of the vine at one side of the hole and 
fill up with soil, pressing down firmly with the feet. Set a stake by the side of the stock, to which the vine should 
be kept tied, which will be all the support needed for two years. Keep old wood trimmed off, growing fruit on 
new canes. Any manner of pruning that will admit the sun and air to the fruit will insure a crop. Autumn is 


the best season to plant grape vines. 
By mail postpaid at dozen rates. 
for 2 yrs. old. 


GREEN MOUNTAIN (Winchell. 
Among early grapes this is one of the best, and all 
We points cousider- 
ed, it is very 
doubtful if 
there is any one 
of them super- 
ior to it. It 
ripens with 
Moore’s Early, 
is as strong a 
grower as the 
Concord and ex- 
ceedingly har- 
_ dy. Clusters of 
2a medium size 
‘= and often 
= Shouldered: ber- 
ries a little lar- 
ger than those 
of the Dela- 
ware, greenish- 
white when ful- 
ly ripe, skin 
thin, and qual- 
ity fine, pulp 
being tender 
and sweet, free 
from foxiness. 
and = delicious. 
Tt will succeed in many northern locations where other 
varieties fail, or perhaps never ripen, and in those 


nt 


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fin 


as If to go by mail at 100 rates add 50c. per 100 for Lyr. old and 75e. per 100 
Thousand rates of any upon application. 


localities where these sorts do ripen, the Green Moun- 
tain is equally desirable, as it will lengthen the grape 
season by reason of its earliness. It is to be recom- 
mended for the northern home garden. 1 yr., ea., 30c; 
3 for 75c; doz., $2.50. 2 yrs., ea., 40c; 3 for $1.00; 


doz., $3.50. 
~*~ EARLY OHIO. 


Especially meritorious for extreme earliness, hardi- 
ness, productiveness and good quality. The vine is 
thrifty, a strong, rapid grower, and an abundant 
bearer. The bunch is large, compact, shouldered and 
handsome; berries meditim, a trifie smaller than Con- 
cord, black with heavy bloom, firm in texture, and of 
a spicy, pleasant flavor. It ripens one week to ten 
days earlier than Moore’s Early, ten days to two weeks 
earlier than Worden, and three weeks earlier than 
Concord. It is the best very early black grape we 
know of. 1 yr., ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 2 yrs., 
ea., T5e; 3 for $2.00; doz., $6.00. 


SY «VICTORIA. 

One of the finest white grapes ever intruduced, and 
absolutely without a fault, either in vine or fruit. The 
clusters are large and exceedingly handsome, berries 
medium to large, very attractive, greenish-white, with 
light bloom; pulp tender, rich and sweet and of highest 
quality. Vine exceptionally free from rot and mildew, 
a strong grower, hardy and very prolific. This variety. 
infortunately, is very difficult to propagate and the 
true sort is hard to obtain. Our vines were grown 
from fruiting canes and are known to be genuine. 
l yr., ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 


THE LOVELTL COMPANY) PFET PESILVERNN.. J: 29 


“e GENERAL LIST. 


Agawam. (Rogers’ 15). A fine, large, red grape; 
cluster of good size; quality excellent, with a decidedly 
aromatic flavor. A strong grower, productive, and 
with good foliage fora hybrid. Midseason. 1 yr., ea., 
10c: doz., 0c; 100, $2.50. 2 yrs., ea., 12c; doz., 60c; 


100, $3.50. 

Vv Bacchus. Animproyement upon Clinton, from which 
tis descended. Its great value is for wine-making. 
Both bunch and perry small, compact, black. Mid- 
season. 1 yr., oa., 10c; doz., 50c; 100, $2.50. 2yrs., 
aa., 12¢; doz., G0c; 100, $3.50. 

- Brighton. Too much can scarcely be said in favor of j 

We 


EATON. - 

Empire State. A seedling of Hartford crossed with 
Clinton. A strong grower, extremely hardy, and a 
heavy bearer. Clusters large, berries medium, with a 
tinge of yellow, tender, juicy, sweet. Ripens early. 
Somewhat subject to mildew. 1 yr., ea., 12c¢; doz., 
Ge; 100, $3.50. 2yrs., ea., 15¢;doz., 75c.; 100, $5.00. 


4a 


BRIGHTON. 


this as to quality and other properties. In color, form 

and size of both bunch and berry, it resembles Catawba, 

but ripens earlier—with the Delaware. Vine a free 

grower and productive, but quite subject to mildew. 

yr, 68., ce) doz. 60e: 100;$3.00,, 2 yrs., ea., Loe: 
\ jez 90c; 100, $5.00. 

Champion. (Talman). The earliest of all black 
grapes, of very poor quality, but profitable. Bunch 
medium, compact, shouldered; berries medium, black, 
with thick skin, firm. 1 yr., ea., 10c; doz., 50c; 100, 

. 82.00. 2yrs., ea., 12c; doz., 60c; 100, $3.00. 

V Concord. So popular and well known as to need no 
description. The grape for the people, succeeding 
everywhere and producing abundantly fruit of good 
quality. 1 yr., ea., 10c; doz., 40c; 100, $1.50. 2 yrs., 
xea., 12c; doz., 50c; 100, $2.00. 

’ Delaware. In quality most exquisite, but the vine is 
of feeble growth aud especially subject to mildew. 
Bunch and berry small. Color light red; sweet and 
high flavored. Early. 1 yr., ea., 12c; doz., 60c; 100, 
. $3.50. 2 yrs., ea., 15¢e; doz., 90c; 100, 5.00. 

Y Eaton. A seedling of Concord, but in general ap- 
pegrance of bunch and berry it strongly resembles 
Moore’s Early. Bunch very large, compact; berries 
very large, round, black, covered with a thick blue 
bloom, skin thick, fiesh juicy, with some pulp, though 
tender. Midseason. 1 yr., ea., 2c; doz., $1.25; 100, = 

$8.00. 2 yrs., ea., 25c; doz., $1.75; 100, $12.00. \Y EMPIRE STATE. 

Lady. NRipens early and is deservedly popular. Vine Hayes. (Francis &. Hayes.) A good grower, hardy 
t good growth, productive; bunch and berry of good and rugged. Bunch and berry large, white, and of 
size, quite pulpy and somewhat foxy, but sweet and high quality for a pure native. Early and reliable. 1 
good; skin thin; light greenish-yellow. 1 yr.,ea., 12c;  yr., ea., 15c; doz., $1.00; 100, $6.00. 2 yrs., ea., 200; 
doz., 75c; 100, $4.00. 2yrs, 15c; doz., $1.00; 100, $7.00. doz., $1.23; 100, $8.00, 


™) Martha. 


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THE LOVETT COMPANY, 


Lady Washington. 
large, greenish-amber and lacking in quality. Vine of 
rampant growth, very productive, but subject to mil- 
dew. Late. 1 yr., ea., 25c; doz., $1.75; 100, $12.00. 2 
yrs., ea., 35c; doz., 33.00; 100, $18.00. . 
A reliable white grape ripening in midsea- 
son, productive and seldom mildews; bunch and berry 
of good size and handsome, very sweet and pulpy, and 
quite foxy. 1 yr., ea., 12c; doz., 50c; 100, $2.50. 2 yrs., 
ea., 15c; doz., G0c; 100, $3.50. 

Moore’s Diamond. A pure native, being a cross be- 
tween Concord and Iona. Vine a vigorous grower, en- 
tirely hardy, with large, dark, healthy foliage. 
prolific bearer, producing large, handsome, compact 
bunches slightly shouldered, a delicate greenish-white, 
with a rich yellow tinge when fully ripe; skin smooth, 
very few seeds, juicy and almost entirely free from 
pulp. Berry about the size of Concord and adheres 
firmly. Itripensearly. lyr., ea., 15c; doz., 5c; 100, 
$4.50. 2 yrs., ea., 20c; doz., $1.25; 100, $7.50. 

Moore’s Early. Vine even more rugged than its 


WOODRUFF. 


market growing on account of its earliness and fine appearance. 


15e; doz., $1.00; 100, $6.00. 
PROVIDENCE Co., R. I., Oct. 23, 1895. 
THE LOVETT Co.: I deem it but an act of simple 
justice to say that after having had dealinzs with you 
for half a dozen years, I have come to have entire con- 
fidence in your integrity and business methods. No- 
where do I get so satisfactory goods and prices as of 
your house. 
Very truly yours, 
A, W. FLANDERS. 


Clusters of enormous size, berries 


It is a\/ 


TIF PLE SILVER Sf 
parent, Concord; fruit much larger in berry, but as a 


rule not so large in bunch; quality almost identical, 
and it ripens two weeks earlier. 1 yr., ea., 12c: 


doz., 60c; 100, $3.50. 2 yrs., ea., Loe;'doz., iocs 100, 
$5.00. . 
Niagara. Vines vigorous and productive, with tough, 


leathery foliage. Clusters large and compact, some- 

times shouldered; berries large, round, with thin skin, 

greenish- white, turning toa pale amber; flesh slightly 

pulpy, not of best quality. Ripens with Concord. Mil- 

dews in many locations. 1 yr., ea., 10% doz., 50c; 100, 

$2.50. 2 yrs., ea., 12¢; doz., 60c; 100, $3.50. 

Pocklington. Vine vigorous, hardy and productive. 

Clusters large, compact, generally shouldered and 

showy. Berries large, greenish-amber, turning to gol- 

den-yellow when fully ripe, round; fiesh juicy, and 
sweet, quite foxy. Ripens with Concord. 1 yr., ea., 
10e; doz., 50c; 100, $2.50. 2 yrs., ea., 12c; doz. 60e; 

100, $3.50. 

/ Salem (Rogers’ 52). Similar to Agawam. Very 
popular and one of the best of Rogers’ hybrids. Bunch 

medium to large, compact, shouldered; very 
large, dark Catawba color; fiesh tender, sweet, 
aromatic. Ripens nearly as early as Concord. 
1 yr., ea., 10c; doz., 50c; 100, $2.50. 2 yrs., ea., 

_ 12¢; doz., 60c; 100, $3.50. % 

“N. Wilder (Rogers 4). Perhaps the finest in 
quality of all the hardy black grapes. A good 
grower: productive. Bunch and berries larve, 
pulp soft and tender, rich, vinous and superior. 
Midseason. 1 yr., ea., 12c; doz., 60c; 100, $4.00. 

\ 2yrs., ea., 15e; doz., 75c; 100, $5.00. 

Ad Woodrefi. A very large and handsome red 

grape, exceeding!y profitable for market. Vine 

is a strong grower, free from disease and very 
hardy. Bunch is large and shouldered; berries 
large, deep red with lilac bloom; does not drop 
from the stem. Exceedingly showy, and its 
large size, bright color and general attractive- 
ness make it especially valuable. Ripens 
slightly inadvanceof Concord. 1 yr., ea., 20c; 
doz., $1.50; 100, $16.00. 2 yrs., ea., 30c; doz., 
$2.50; 100, $15.00. 
Worden (true). In brief an improved Con- 
handsomer, nearly two weeks earlier, and of 
better quality. Surely thisis enough to please 
all. As it is difficult to propagate, many vines 
of Concord are sold fur it. lyr., ea., 10c; doz., 

50c; 100, $2.00. 2 yrs., ea., 12c; doz., 60c; 100, 

$3.00. 

Wyoming. An early light red grape with 

iron-clad vine and foliage; always yielding 

enormous crops. It ripens with Delaware, 
which it resembles in appearance, though larger 
in bunch and berry. Bunch compact, hand- 
some; berry medium, bright red, thin skin, 
firm, foxy but sweet. A valuable grape for 
lyr., ea., 12c; doz., 60c; 100, $3.50. 2 yrs., ea.,* 


NEWFIELDS, N. H., Nov. 18, 1895, 


The nursery stock has come to hand in fine condition, 
and I am much pleased with quality of same; the peach 
trees are especially fine and thrifty looking, The 
freight was only 65 cents, I shali probably send you 
another order in the spring. If you get out new cata- 
logues send me a few, 

Very truly yours, 
H. T.. TAPLES: 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. J. 31 


APPLES. 


Plant Standards 30 feet apart each way—48 trees per acre. 


We call special attention to our stock of Apples which are this season especially fine in every respect—smooth, 
straight and handsome. ‘They will give the greatest satisfaction to all and our prices still remain exceedingly 
low. Apple Trees are so large they cannot be mailed except at one year old. 


GENERAL LIST. 


Standard, First Class, 6 to 7 feet. Ea., 20c; doz., $2.00; 100, $8.00. 
ri 2 years or medium. Ea., 15c; doz., $1.50; 100, $6.90. 
Thousand rates upon application. 


V SUMMER. WINTER. 


Early Harvest (Yellow Harvest, Sour Bough). Me- Baldwin. Large, roundish, dark red, sub-acid, good; 
dium, pale yellow, mild and excellent. Early. productive, popular. Mid-winter. 

Red Astrachan. Large, crimson, handsome; rather Y Ben Davis (New York Pippin). Large, nearly all red; 
acid but good and crisp; inv u-clad, profitable. Early. of rather poor quality; extra good keeper and prolific. 


‘vy Sweet Bough (Early Bough, Sweet Harvest). Large, ‘S, Hubbardston Nonesuch. Large, roundish, yellow strip- 
pale yellow, sweet, dry, firm, excellent quality, profit- ed and splashed with red, very rich, sweet; a reliable 
able for market. Early. _ and profitable sort. Early. 

“\ Yellow Transparent (Russian Transparent, Grand “y Jacob’s Sweet. Large, rich yellow deeply shaded 
with brilliant carmine; crisp, finely grained and best 
quality. A heavy and annual bearer, and remarkably 
good keeper. 
~ King (of Tompkin. Co). Large, yellow striped and 
splashed with brilliant red; tender, excellent quality; 
popular, profitable, valuable. 
~ Newtown Pippin (Albemarle Pippin). Medium, green- 
ish-yellow; fine quality and a good keeper. Rather a 

a. poor grower and unreliable. 

=". Northern Spy. Large, greenish-yellow, striped red, 
rich, good keeper, abundant bearer. Superior quality. 

Khode Island Greening. Large, yellowish-green; ten 

_ der, rich, very good; productive. A popular sort. 

‘~S Rome Beauty. Large, pale yellow mostly covered 
with bright red, tender, juicy, good. 
~ Roxbury Russet (Boston Russet). Largest of all the 

R russets; sub-acid, extra quality, productive, profitable. 

aa _ Midwinter. 

YELLOW TRANSPARENT. ~ Smiti’s Cider (Salisbury). Medium, greenish-white, 

striped red, fair flavor; prolific, reliable. A popular 

winter apple throughout New Jersey and Pennsyl- 
vania, and valuable also for its long keeping quality. 


Sultan). Medium, pale lemon-yellow, smooth waxen 
skin, excellent; hardy and productive. Very early. 


\ AUTUMN. ~ Wealthy. Medium, roundish, light red, tender, juicy. 
Duchess of Oldenburg. Medium, yellow striped with sub-acid. A free grower, very productive, and of iron- 
red, rich, very good; profitable. Mid-autumn. clad hardiness; profitable. 
‘Fall Pippin, Large, golden-yellow; rich creamy, Willow Twig. Large, greenish-yellow, striped red; 
melting flesh; not very productive, but desirable for sub-acid, and of rather poor quality. A long keeper 
its fine fruit. Mid-autumn. and profitable. 


\ Gravenstein. Large, yellow, nearly covered with dull  Winesap. Medium, dark red, crisp and juicy, of 
red; rich, crisp, sub-acid; a good bearer and profitable extra good quality; productive, desirable, profitable. 


\narket sort. Mid-autumn. _ Late. 
Maiden’s Blush, Large, waxen, yellow with carmine York Imperial (Johnson’s Fine Winter). Medium to 
cheek, rich, crisp, excellent. Early. large, white, heavily shaded with dark crimson, firm, 


‘y Red Bietigheimer, Large, bright red all over; rich crisp, juicy, sub-acid. A long keeper; esteemed for its 
crisp, sub-acid, excellent, productive; one of the largest productiveness and fine quality. It will be found a 


and handsomest of applies. profitable market sort. 
CRAB APPLES. 
Ae ; First Class., ea., 200; doz., $2.00. 
Hyslop. Large, roundish, deep red with blue bloom; ~ Red Siberian. Small, yellow and scarlet, very hand- 
~ flesh yellowish, excellent. Late. some; tree erect, free grower, early bearer. 
Lady Elgin. Similar to Lady apple in size and ap- » Transcendent. Large, yellow nearly covered with 
pearance; tender, good. September and October. ‘ed; vigorous. September and October. 
Paul’s Imperial, Roundish, yellow flushed with bright  Whitney’s No. 20. Large, striped, almost red, flesh 
red; firm, tender, good. yellowish-white, juicy, sub-acid. August. 


“APPLE SEEDLINGS. 


Fine, strong, vigorous seedlings for stocks, sure (0 give the best of satisfaction. 100, 75c; 1000, $5.00, by 
freight or express. 


Can 
In 


~ JRUBY GCEPE 


An exceedingly beautiful apple of medium size, in 
form as perfect almost as though moulded in wax and 
of the most brilliantred imaginable all over. Flesh, 
snowy white, tender, crisp, juicy, mild, sub-acid and 
simply delicious. Tree even a stronger grower than 
Glowing Coal, with abundant foliage, and an enormous 
and early bearer. Exceedingly valuable either for 
market or family use. Season early autumn. Ist class, 
ea., 25ec; 3 for Gc; doz., $2.00; 100, $15.00. 1 year, ea., 
20c: 3 for 50c: doz., $1.50. 


~ CARLOUGH. 


The best long-keeping, sweet winter apple. Of me- 
dium size, ovate, smooth and uniformin size and shape. 
Color bright lemon-yellow, covered with lively crimson 
next the sun, hangs on the tree until freezing weather, 
if permitted, and will keep in good condition without 
any special care whatever until June. In quality it is 
of the best, being sweet. mild. creamy and pleasant. 
The tree is a most vigorous and beautiful grower. with 
stems as straight as bamboo poles. An enormcds, 


annual bearer. Ist class ea., 25c: 3 for 60c: doz., 
$2.00: 100. $15.00. 1 year, ea.. We: 3 for S50c; doz., 


$1.58. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, TITTLE SILVER, Ny 


NEW VARIETIES. 


One year old trees are sent free by mail at each and dozen rates, if desired. 


GLOWING COAL. 


Remarkable in three important respects, viz. large 
Size, great beauty and superb quality. Enormous in 
size, ordinary specimens weighing 16 to 20 ounces, one 
half of each specimen bright, glossy red, and the other 
half an intense scarlet. As they hang on the tree they 
may be seen for a long distance, appearing among the 
dense foliage like glowing coals. The flesh is of extra 
high quality, being of a rich yellow color, smooth, re 
fined texture and of a high, rich, sprightly sub acid 
flavor. An early and heavy bearer as well as a strong 
grower. Season at Monmouthearly in September. 1st 
class, ea., 25c: 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00; 100, $15.00. 1 year. 
ea.. 20c; 3 for 50c: doz., $1.5. 


~. GARFIELD. 


Exceedingly valuable for its large size, high color 
and superior quality. Of a beautiful yellow. shaded 
and nearly covered with brilliant carmine, very at- 
tractive; flesh crisp, rich and of fine flavor. The tree 
is a good, clean grower, hardy and productive. Itisa 
seedling of Rome Beauty: a most magnificent apple in 
appearance and of the highest value for table use. 
No one, about to plant apple trees. should fail to include 
this in his collection, as it is certainly one of the finest 


of its season and very reliable. Early autumn. Iste., 
ea., 25c; 3 for 60c: doz., $2.00; 100, $15.00. 1 year. ea., 


20c: 3 for 50c: doz., $1.50. 


THE LOVETLSCOUPrANY, 


PEACHES. 


Plant 18 feet apart each way, 134 trees peracre. On sandy land plant 15 feet apart each way. 


The best soil for peaches is a sandy loam, and trees should not be planted upon soil where the water stands 
near or upon the surface. Plant nce deeper than the trees stood in the nursery and make the soil very firm. All 
side branches should be cut back to within a few inches of the main stem, the latter being severed at about two- 
thirds the distance from the ground. The after culture is simple, being merely to keep the surface always me’- 
low and free of weeds. Unleached wood ashes and pure ground bone are the proper fertilizers for the peach, and 
are best applied broadcast in spring and harrowed in. All varieties are freestone except those noted otherwise. 


PRICES: Ea. Doz. 100 1060 
Vingmeiegee pop 1h, = me err me, ©, tg a = = ee 2c 7 $1 25 «686-00 ~- $50 00 
Medium, 3 to 4 ft., Se crcirhry aT iene ee tae ens ie ft 00>. 5:00 > 40 00 
Pee UM, ee en eee ow ta i ee Sw che om 2. BC 75 3 50 25 00 
Extra sized, 5 to 6 ft., 2 ad es pe SP Tae eit at al 15¢ 1 50 8 00 


\vAmsden’s June and Alexander’s Early. Absolutely 
identical to all appearance. Fair size and good qual 
ity; nearly all red, flesh greenish-white, partial cling. 
Middle of July. 

Beers’ Smock (Smock Free). Medium to large; yellow 
with red cheek, flesh yellow. A regular and productive 
bearer. Very late. 

y Chair’s Choice. Of largest size, deep yellow with red 
cheek; flesh very firm; five days earlier than Smock. 

Champion. Very large; rich, creamy white with red 
cheek ; flesh creamy white, sweet, delicious. Exceed- 
ingly hardy and a regular bearer. The best early 
white peach. 
~ Crawiord’s Early (Early Melocoton). Very large; 
yellow with red cheek, flesh yellow, excellent. August. 
‘\ Crawiord’s Late (Melocoton). Resembles Crawford’s 
Early, but larger and ripens from two to three weeks 
later; flesh yellow, juicy and rich. 

‘Y Crosbey. Valuable especially for the unusual hardi- 
ness of its fruit buds. Medium; bright yellow with 
crimson splashes and stripes, very attractive ; flesh 
bright yellow, red at the pit, juicy, rich. An abund- 

_antandregular bearer. Ripens before Crawford’s Late. 
'\ Early Rivers. Medium to large; pale ~ellow with 
pink cheek; delicious quality. Last of July. 
~ Elberta. Large; yellow with red cheek, juicy and of 
high quality; flesh yellow and melting. <A very valu- 
able sort. September. 

Foster. Similar to Crawford’s Early, but a few days 
earlier, larger and of better quality. 

Freehold. An improvement upon Stump the World, 
which it resembles and with which it ripens. It isa 
smoother peach and of purer color. A regular bearer. 

‘ Globe. Animprovement upon Crawford’s Late. Vig- 

orous and productive. September. 

‘y Good. Large; white, flushed in sun; flesh white, 


% 
juicy, sweet, melting, delicious; exceedingly handsome 


Very reliable, hardy and regular, 
Last of Sept. 


and attractive. 
yielding a full crop when others fail. 


“\ Hale’s Early. Medium; white with red cheek; flesh” 


white, juicy, fair quality; half cling. 
rots unless on light soil. Last of July. 


Productive, but 


Jacques’ Rareripe, Large; dark yellow and dull red; 
flesh yellow, juicy, rich. Middle of September. 

Keyport White. Large, pure white; flesh white to the 
stone, sweet, fine. Very prolific. 

‘vy Large Early York (Honest John). Medium; white 
with red cheek, flesh nearly white, juicy, high quality. 

_ Last of August. 

Lemon Free. Very large, beautiful pale lemon-yellow 
when ripe; flesh tender, sweet, rich and-excellent. Ex- 
ceedingly productive and a very sure yielder, never 

oie to -give'acrop. Ripens after Crawford’s Late. 

Levy’s Late (Henrietta). Valuable for its lateness, 
beauty and large size; yellow with crimson cheek: flesh 
yellow, firm, juicy, good. Cling. 

\, LOVETT’S WHITE. The best white peach. Very 
large, pure white; flesh white to the stone, firm, sweet, 
excellent. A sure and abundant bearer and the hard- 

_ lest white peach yet produced. Late, ripening with 
Heath Cling, which it surpasses every way. 

_ Mountain Rose. One of the best early peaches. Larze, 

white, suffused with carmine; flesh white, melting, 

juicy. Early August. 

Miller’s Cling. Large, yellow flushed with vivid car- 
mine; flesh yellow, sweet, firm. Vigorous, hardy and 

, productive; a good keeper. Middle of September. 

\ Oldmixon Free. Large, creamy-white suffused with 
red; flesh white, red at the pit, tender, rich, juicy. One 
of the best and most reliable. Last of August. 

Reed’s Early Golden. An improvement on Craw- 
ford’s Early, with which it ripens, but itis much larger 

_and handsomer, and a very reliable and heavy bearer. 
» Reeves’ Favorite (Red Neck). Large, rouud; yellow 
with red cheek; flesh yellow, excellent. September. 

\, Safway. A very late yellow peach, ripening after 
Smock. Large; yellow mottled with red; flesh yellow, 

. of poor quality. 

Steadley. Very large; pure white, and white at the 
stone; later than Heath Cling. Entirely free and of 
high quality; a superb peach. 

Stephens’ Rareripe. Large; white, shaded and mot- 
tled red; flesh white, juicy, vinous and of high qual- 
ity. Last of September. 


~ Hance’s Golden. Large; yellow with crimson cheek; \ Stump the World. Large, white with red cheek; flesh 


flesh yellow, tender, of highest quality. A sure and 
heavy cropper. Ripens with Crawford’s Early. 

» Heath Cling (Late Heath). Large; white with blush 
cheek; flesh white, fine quality; one of the best of the 
clings. Ripens late. 

HiII’s Chili (Jenny Lind). Large; dull yellow shaded 
with dull red, very downy; flesh yellow, sweet, good. 
Hardy and prolific. Last of September. 


. white, juicy, high quality; productive. Early Sept. 
Ward’s Late. Resembles Oldmixon Free, but ripens 
nearly a month later. Profitable for market. 
Wheatland. An improvement upon Crawford’s Late 
and ripening just in advance of it. Extra large, boau- 
tiful yellow with a crimson cheek. 
Wonderful. Golden-yellow overspread with carmine, 
flesh yellow, rich, firm. Late to very late. 


Notr.—A special pamphlet upon the Peach giving an essay upon Peach Culture by our J. T. Lovett and 
much other valuable information mailed free to all applicants. 


34 THE LOVETT. COMLPAN V SEEEEEE Sty Phe IV of 


\ NEW VARIETIES. 
TRIUMPH. \, BOKARA (No. 3). 


A wonderful new peach, remarkable for its extreme 
hardiness, having endured in lowaa temperature of 28 
degrees below zero and yet borne fruit. Its history is 
interesting. Theseed was sent from Bokara, Asia, by 
American missionaries and from these seedlings this 
(No. 8) was selected and propagated. It has been 
fruited for many years in Iowa and ripens there about 
the middle of August. Prof. Budd of the Iowa Agri- 
cultural College praises its hardiness and productive- 
ness, declaring it to be 30 per cent. hardier than the old 
strain of peaches. The fruit is large, specimens haying 
measured seven inches incircumference. Yellow with 
red cheek, skin tough, flesh of fine quality; a perfect 
freestone. It is an excellent keeper and will shrivel 
upon the tree before it will rot—a most valuable proper- 
ty. Weare informed that some of the other Bokara seed- 
lings have been disseminated and so become mixed with 
this, Seeding No. 3, now known under the name of 
Bokara, hence buyers should make sure that they get 
the true variety. The trees we offer are from headquar- 
ters stock and therefore strictly true to name. 1st 
class, ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25c: doz., $4.00; 100, $30.00. 


Those who grow early peaches will greatly rejoice at = YENSHI HARDY. 


the advent of this fine variety. Itisa great improve- 
ment upon Alexander, and recalls what the late Charles 
Downing once said: ‘* A freestone as large, handsome, 
early and good in quality as Alexander would be worth 
a million dollars to the public.” The Triumph origin- 
atedin Georgia, and more than meets these require- 
ments. Jt ripens with Alexander, blooms late, has 
large fiowers, isa sure and abundant bearer, makes a 
very strong growth, and comesinto bearing early. The 
fruit is large, with very small pit, yellow with mottled § 
crimson cheek, very handsome; flesh yellow and ripens 
evenly to the stone, firm in texture and exceedingly = 

jine in quality, and is a perfect freestone. This is a: 
union of desirable qualities for which every grower 
of peaches should be devoutly thankful. Its intro- Ss 
duction marks an era in the growing of early 
peaches. We give it our unqualified commendation 
and hope all will plantit this season, if buta single tree. 
1st class, ea.,50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., £4.00; $100, $30.00. 
11 to 2 {t., ea., 40c; 3 for $1.00; doz., $5.50; 100, $25.00. 
June Budded, ea., 35c; 3 for 90c; doz., $3.00 (by mail). 


YENSH 

Also an extremely eariy freestone of ironclad hardi- 
ness, said to excel Alexander in both appearance and 
size. It wasoriginally introduced from northwestern 
China and named by Prof. Budd of the Iowa Agricul- 
tural College, who has testified to its uncommon hardi- 
ness. The first is large and handsome, yellow, excel- 
lent in quality, anda perfect freestone. Itis a vigorous 
grower and often bears the second year from the bud. 
Its perfect hardiness has been proved by its bearing 
large crops in both Illinois and Iowa after passing 
through the most severe winters. Those who are seek- 
ing a sure bearing, very early peach of superior 
quality, should not fail to plant the Yenshi. 1st class, 
ea., 35c; 3 for 90c: doz., $3.00; 100, $20.00. 


Los ANGELES Co., CAL., Nov. 21, 1895. 
GENTLEMEN : Order, number 19,184, received in good 
time and in excellent condition, and was very much 
Dleased with everything. Shall send you anothersmall 


order ere long. Very respecifully, : 
Mrs. HELEN M. Buss. 


THE LOVEET GOMPANYWALITIT&ER SILVER, Ni f. 36 


JUNE-BUDDED 


~~ 
— 


REACH? TREES. 


We have in stock June-budded trees of the varieties named below, which we offer as follows : 


By mail postpaid, each, 8c; dozen, 75c; 100, $3.00. 


\ Selected trees by express or freight, each, 8c; dozen, 75c; 100, $2.50; 1000, $20.00. 

Amsden’s June, Crosby; \ Fox’s Seedling, Reeves’ Favorite, 
‘Ajexander’s Early, | Crawford’s Early, ' Globe, Stephens’ Rareripe, 
\ Beers’ Smock, Crawford’s Late, Lemon Free, Stump the World. 

\ Champion, Early Rivers, Mountain Rose. 

Chairs’ Choice, - Elberta, Oldmixon Free, 


PEACH CPUS: 


We use hundreds of bushels of 


cover cost of sacks and cartage 
by freight or express. 


Peach Pits yearly, for our own planting, and are obliged 


therefore to procure them in large quantities from the collectors. Weare now enabled to 
offer to our customers a fine stock of choice Southern Natural Peach Pits from original 
seedling trees, grown below the Yellows’ line and entirely free from any disease or taint. 
Owing to their great scarcity this season the price is higher than usual. The prices quoted 


to depot. Quart 40c (by mail); peck, 75c; bushel, $2.00 


PEARS. 


Plant Standards 20 feet apart each way—108 trees per acre; Dwarfs, 7 to 10 feet apart each way. 

Pears should be gathered from the trees and ripened in the house; some are worthless if left to ripen on the 
tives, and all are better in quality if properly ripened indoors. Summer pears should be gathered at least ten 
days before they would ripen, and autumn varieties two weeks. Winter pears should be permitted to hang until 
late—until the leaves have fallen, if they will remain that long—then gathered and treated the same as winter 
apples. Dwarf pears are those budded on Quince stocks, and although valuable for those who have but limited 
space for planting, yet are by no means so reliable or productive as standard trees. If planted deep they will 
form what are known as ‘“‘half standards,” which are usually productive and profitable. Dwarf pears will not 
prove fruitful unless given hizh and careful culture and pruned annually. 


GENERAL LIST. 


Standard. First Class, 5 to 6 ft., ea., 30c; doz., $3.00; 100, $15.00. 
Dwarf. First Class, ea., 25c; doz., $2.50; 100, $12.00. 
Those with the letter (D) affixedto the name we can supply both as Dwarfs and Standards, They all produce 
showy fruit and are those that succeed best on the Quince. 


SUMMER. 


~ Bartlett, D. Large, clear yellow; juicy, buttery, ex- 
cellent; thrifty, young, heavy and regular bearer; 
very reliable and popular. Late. 
* Clapp’s Favorite, D. Large, delicious; good grower, 
productive. Ripens in advance of Bartlett; rots unless 
picked early. Midsummer. 

Lawson (Comet) D. Crimson on a bright yellow 
ground; crisp, juicy, pleasant; a good keeper and 


> 


shipper. The largest early pear, profitable and reli-~ 


able. Early. 


‘Manning’s El‘zabeth, D. Small; yellow with red cheek; 
sweet, delicious; moderate grower, heavy annual 
bearer; profitable. Early. 


. AUTUMN. 

Buffum, D. Medium; obovate; deep yellow, shaded 
red, somewhat russeted; sweet, buttery, good. Erect. 
grower, very productive. Wahu for fair fruit and * 
regalia bearing. Midautumn. 

‘Duchess d’Angouleme, D. Extremely large, dull 
greenish-yellow; juicy, buttery, very good only when 
well grown; vigorous, best asa dwarf. Midautumn. 
~ Flemish Beauty D. Large, obovate; pale yellow, much 
russeted; rich, melting; vigorous, productive; very 
hardy, not generally reliable, and subject of late to 
cracking of the fruit. Early. 

\ Howell, D. Rather large; obtuse pyriform; pale yel- 
low with red cheek; quality good to very good, reliable, 
\ Popular, profitable. Late. 

Idaho, D. Very large; roundish obovate; greenish- 
yellow with rusetty spo flesh melting, juicy, flavor 


rich, sprightly, vinous. Tree remarkably hardy and a 
good bearer. Midautumn. 

‘'\ Kieffer. Large; showy,. rich, golden yellow, dotted 
thickly, shaded red; quality fair to good, juicy, firm: 
strong, vigorous grower, early bearer and wonderfully 
productive; excellent for canning. Late. 

‘~ Le Conte. Large, bell-shaped; greenish-yellow, waxen 
skin; flesh white, juicy, good. A rampant grower, 
early; annual and prolific bearer. Popular and profit- 
able at the South. Early. 

Louis Bonne de Jersey, D. Large; greenish-brown; 
juicy, melting, rich; not reliable, succeeds well on the 
quince. Valuable for its large, fair fruit and great 
productiveness. Late. 

\, Seckel, D. Small; yellowish-russet with cinnamon 
red cheek; flesh very fine-grained; sugary, rich, juicy, 
melting, exquisite; of slow growth, productive. The 
, Standard. of excellence. Early. 

Sheldon, D. Medium to large, roundish; yellowish- 
russet, becoming cinnamon-brown; melting, very juicy, 
vinous, delicious; desirable. Vigorous grower with 
erect shoots. Late. 


WINTER. 

’ Beurre d?Anjou, D. Large; russety-yellow with red 
cheek; fine-grained, buttery, melting, superb; rich, 

_ vinous, vigorous, productive, reliable, popular. Early. 
‘Lawrence, D. Medium, pyriform; light yellow: but- 
tery, sugary, excellent, rich, aromatic, fine flavor: re- 
liable, productive, profitable; an early bearer and 
moderate, spreading grower; the best winter pear. 
Early. 


‘ 


36 THE LOVETT COMPANY, “EEPPLE SILV Pig eN. /- 


NEW VARIETIES. 


1 year trees by mail at each and dozen rates, if desired. 100 rates for either Ist class or mail of any variety 


aii KOONCE 


Shown in Colors upon Front Cover. 


‘‘This is a very promising early pear and fills a long- 
felt want. It was discovered on a gentleman’s farm 
abcut twelve or fifteen years ago. The old tree lived 
to be very old and was an abundant annual bearer. It 
is without question the very best early pear that has 
been fruited in thissection. Itripens between Doyenne 
d’ Ete and Bloodgood, and is much larger than either. 
It does not rot at the core. Itis of good quality—much 
better than other early pears. The fruit is medium to 
large; handsome; surface a golden-yellow, one side of 
which is covered witha beautiful red cheek. They look 
very handsome ina package. Free from blight, a vig- 
orous, upright grower, anda heavy and regular bearer. 
There has been a long-felt want for a good early pear; 
most of them are very small or of inferior quality. 
The Koonce will supply this want, and at the prices at 
which it is offered will doubtless meet general appro- 
bation.” 

The above is the description of the introducers of the 
Koonce, and is an exceedingly modest one of a fruit of 
its merit. After having tested it for two years and 
making a careful investigation of the claims of it, we 
are glad to report it to be a most valuable pear—decid- 
edly the best and most valuable early pear that has yet 
appeared. Weare fully convinced itis fully entitled to 
everything claimed for it. Growers at the South will 
find this especially desirable and profitable, it blooming 
so late as to escape late frosts. The illustration made 
from a single cluster, shows its immense productive- 
ness, the fruit clustering thickly about the branches in 
astonishing profusion. Ist class, ea., 60c; 3 for $1.50; 
doz., $5.00. 4to5ft., ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 
1 yr., ea., 30c; 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50. 

Those in want of a quantity will please write for 
special rates. 


given upon application. 


mm 


'Y BARTLETT-SECKEL. 

The compound name given to this very fine new pear 
is suggested by the merits of the two great standard 
sorts which are combined and appear in this one vari- 
ety. Itis, indeed, the result of a cross between these 
celebrated varieties and furnishes the size, buttery fine 


flesh, thrifty 
growth and 
great product- 
iveness of the 
Bartlett with 
the rich, sweet, 
aromatic flavor 
and extra fine 
quality of the 
Seckel com- 
bined in one 
tree. Such an 
union; itis need- 
less to say, will 
be hailed with 
delight, especi- 
ally by the ama- 
teur; and every 
home garden 
should possess 
one or more 
trees of this 
very desirable 


variety. It ripens a little later than Bartlett. 1st class, 
ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 1 yr., ea., 30c: 3 for 
75e; doz., $2.50. 


PEARS. 37 


LINCOLN CORELESS. 


Peculiar in the fact that the fruit 
has neither seed nor core. Very 
large, high colored and handsome; 
flesh of a rich, yellow tint, mellow 
and aromatic. In season it is late, 
and the pears are picked when 
hard and green, and laid away to 
ripen. It has kept in an ordinary 
cellar until March — longer than 
any other pear has been known to 
keep. Being also a good shipper, 
it is valuable for market. The 
fruit being all solid, rich meat of 
such good flavor and large size— 
| sometimes weighing from a pound 

— to a pound and a half—it is especi- 
ally desirable for family use, in fact no home collec- 
tion is complete without it; and when sent to market 
it sells quickly at sight. This very unique pear origi- 
nated in Tennessee, where the original tree yet stands, 
over sixty years old, and continues to bear with un- 
failing regularity. Its remarkable fruit has occas- 
ioned considerable comment and awakened much 
curiosity but it has proved itself to be a valuable pear 
in all points, and especially for its good quality, vigor 
and productiveness. Ist c., ea., 60c; 3 for $1.50 ; doz., 


Though small in size, this is as large as any of its 
season, except Lawson, and ripens in western New 
York about August 1st. It is pyriform in shape, 
smooth and of a pale yellow color, with deep red cheek 
and numerous red dots, very attractive; flesh fine 
grained, tender, very good, withrich, sub-acid, spright- 
ly flavor. It does not rot at the core—an especially 
desirable merit in an early pear—and bears shipmeni 
well. Ist c., ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz. $4.00. 1 
yr., ea., 30c; 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50. Dwarf, Istc., ea., 
40c; 3 for $1.00; doz., $3.00. 


\, VERMONT BEAUTY. 


Noted for its fine quality, beauty and hardiness. The 
tree is of vigorous growth, a good bearer and holds its 
foliage untillate. The fruit is of medium size, obovate, 
very handsome, yellow with bright carmine cheek; 
flesh is rich, juicy, aromatic. Its fine quality and high 
color put it in the front rank of dessert pears. Ripens 
immediately after Seckel. Dr. Hoskins, the well-known 
pomologist, who is not wont to give undue praise, 
writes: ‘‘In quality I rate Vermont Beauty as A No. 
1, first among the acid pears; a class which, when as 
fine flavored and juicy as the Vermont Beauty, are 
ahead of the sweet or neutral flavored sorts. The 
most piquant in flavor of any pear known. Istc., ea., 
50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. lLyr., ea., 40c; 3 for $1.00; 


- doz., $3.00. oe Istc., ea., 40c; 3for $1.00; doz., $3.00. 


SENECA. 


A valuable autumn pear, ripening from a month to 
six weeks later than Bartlett, which it resembles, but 
of a higher and finer color. The fruit is large and 
solid, of a beautiful pale yellow, with a blush on the 
sunny side; flesh white, vinous and sprightly. Tree is 
a good grower andabundantbearer. 3 to4 ft., ea., 75c; 3 
for $2.00; doz., $7.00. 1 yr., 2 to3 ft., ea., 60c; 3 for 


$1.50. ‘ 
‘VY BESSEMIANKA. 


Remarkable for its VA 
extreme hardiness, 
which renders it pos- 
sible to grow pears 
successfully at least 
100 miles further 
northward. It has 
safely endured a tem- 
perature of 40 degrees 
below zero for many 
continuous nights. The 
fruit is medium in size, 
of perfect pear shape 
and nearly or quite \ 
seedless ; flesh tender, 
juicy, mildly sub-acid, 
almost buttery and 
very satisfactory. A 
Russian variety. Early autumn. 1st c., ea., 50c; 3 for 
$1.25; doz., $4.00. 1 yr., ea., 830c; 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50. 


PEAR STOCKS. 


As we have frequent calls for Pear Stocks we have contracted for a large number of very handsome ones and 
will be pleased to supply them, so long as the supply lasts, selected to a high grade, as follows: 


Japan Pear Stocks, 
French Pear Stocks, 


$1.50 per 100; $12.00 per 1000. 
$1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. 


38 THE LOVETT COMPANY REL STIVER Nef. 


_PLUMS. 


Plant 16 to 18 feet apart each way. 

These varieties should be given heavy soil. The curculio must be baffled by jarring or repelled by smudging, 
te save the crop; and the ‘‘ black knot” removed from all trees as soon as it makes its appearance, and burned. 
Grown on Plum Stock, first class, 514 to 7 ft., ea., 35c; doz., $3.00; 100, $18.00. 
~ Bradshaw (Black Imperial). Very large, dark violet sweet and pleasant. Vigorous grower and abundant 
red: juicy; vigorous; productive. Early. bearer; very hardy. ° 
~ Coe’s Golden Drop. Large, handsome, yellow: firm, ~~ Quackenboss. Large; deep purple: 

‘rich, sweet, popular. Late. juicy, sprightly. Midseason. 
General Hand. Very large; yellow, handsome; only “ Keine Claude (De Bavey). Very large; greenish 
* fair quality; productive. Midseason. shaded red; fine flavor: prolific. Late. 
German Prune. Medium, oval; purple, juicy, rich, Richland. Medium BREEN: urple, firm, Sweek, ex 
sweet, productive, popular. Midseason. cellent; productive and reliable. Early. 
Imperial Gage (Prinee’s Imperial Lar oe Shipper’s Pride. Large, round, purple, very firm. 
page: Sa eas cy )- ange. OVA"; ~ excellent quality. Astrong, upright grower and regu- 
greenish; juicy, rich, excellent; desirable. lar bearer. Very productive. 


™ 


flesh coarse, 


: Lombard. Medium, oval; violet-red; flesh yellow, ~.. Shropshire Damson. An improvement upon and dou- 
Juicy, sugary, a great bearer. Midseason. __ ble the size of the common Damson. 
Monroe Egg. Medium, oval; greenish-vellow; sweet; Washington (Balmer’s) Very large: yellowish-green; 


vigorous, productive. Early. 
Moore’s Arctic. Medium, roundish oval; purplish- 


black with blue bloom; flesh greenish-yellow, juicy, 


juicy, sweet, good; rotsbadly. Early. 
Yellow Egg (Vagnum Bonum). Large; yellow; juicy, 
rich; vigorous, productive. Early. 


SPECIAL VARIETIES. : 


June-budded trees by mail postpaid at rates of each and dozen if desired. 


“~~ ABUNDANCE (VYellow-fleshed Botan). 


The most productive of all plums, bending the limbs of trees with 
the weight of fruit. An exceedingly early bearer, even young trees 
in the nursery row being loaded. The fruit is large, showy and 
beautiful. Amber, turning to a rich, bright cherry color with a 
decided white bloom, and highly perfumed. Fiesh light yellow, ex- 
ceedingly juicy and tender, and of a delicious sweetmess. Its season 
is very early, ripening in advance of other plums. The curculio has 
no effect upon it, and one may be certain of a crop of plums if he 
will but plant the Abundance. In growth and habit it is so strong 
and handsome as to render it worthy of being planted as an orna- 
mental tree. A blessing to all who plant it either for market or the 
‘family table. On Plum Stock, 1st c., ea., 35¢, 3 for 90c; doz., $3.00; 

¥100, $18.00. Medium, ea., 30c; 8 for 75e; doz., $2.50; 100, $14.00. On 
! Peach Stock, 1st c., ea., 30c; 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50; 100, $15.00. 
§ Medium, ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00; 100, $12.00. June Budded, 
ea., 15e; 3 for 30c; doz., $1.00; 100, $5.00. 

q Burbank. From Japan. Excessively productive and entirely 
wily 


Hob 
THIELE 


hardy. Medium to large, roundish-conical, dark purplish-red; flesh 
yellow, melting, juicy, rich, sugary; a good shipper. Small stone 
and free. The tree is a vigorous grower ard comes into bearing 
early. Somewhatsimilar to Abundance but of deeper color, not quite 
\ so large and ripens later. Prices same as Abundance. 
Satsuma. From Japan. Large, clear purple; fiesh purplish-crim- 
AK : son, firm, good; good shipper. Pit exceedingly small. A vigorous 
grower, and inclined to overbear. Ripens about midseason. Very 
fine. Every home collection should include one.or more trees of each of the varieties of Japan Plums here 
offered. Prices same as Abundance. © 


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BN 


~~ Ogon. From Japan. Large, nearly round with deep 
suture, bright golden yellow with faint bloom; flesh 
firm, sweet, rich and dry. Excellent for canning. The 
tree is vigorous, entirely hardy and exceedingly pro- 
ductive. Its beauty is simply wonderful and in addi- 
tion to this, 1ts very early ripening (being two weeks in 
advance of all other varieties yet offered) its firmness 
and keeping qualities when gathered and its remarkable 
hardiness and productiveness render it exceedingly 
profitable. Last of July. On Plum Stock, 1st c., ea., 
35¢e; 83 for 90c; doz., £3.00; 100, $18.00. Medium, ea., 
30c; 3 for Toc; doz., $2.50; 100, $15.00. On Peach Stock, 
Ist c.. ea., 80c; 3 for T5ce; doz., $2.50; 100, $15.00. Me- 
dium, ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00; 100, $12.00, 


Berckmans. Japanese plum and one of the best. The 
fruit is medium to large, conical, in color a deep crim- 
son with white flesh, very sweet and good, firm and 
solid. The tree is a vigorous grower, early bearer and 
seldom fails to produce a large crop. Ripens about with 
Abundance. It does well in all parts of the country and 
may be generally planted with great satisfaction. On 
Plum Stock, ea., 35c; 3 for 90e; doz., $3.00; 100, $18.00. 

Wild Goose. (True). Native. Large; crimson; flesh 
soft, melting, rich, delicious; tree a strong grower and 
very prolific. Many spurious kinds are sold for Wild 
Goose, but the true sort is large, and ripens early in 
July. It is a most profitable market sort and sells 
readily. Ist c., ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50; 100, $9.00. 


THE LOVETFTCOMPAN Y. 39 


NEW VARIETIES. 


Small or June-budded trees by mail at bach and dozen rates. 


LINCOLN. 


We, very properly, place this at the head of the list as being the 
most remarkable Plum we have yet seen; and our experience in test- 
ing new plums has been considerable, resulting in the introduction of 
two of the best plums now before the public, viz., the Abundance 
and Spaulding, previous to the Lincoln. 

It is aseedling of Green Gage or Reine Claude, and originated 
over twenty-five years ago. It is the largest in size of all hardy 
plums, average specimens from overloaded trees measuring 21g 
® inches long and over six inches around; weighing over two ounces 
® —selected specimens weighing four ounces each; the finest in quality 
a of any plum we have ever tested, surpassing its parent, that stand- 
M_ ard of excellence, the old Green Gage, wonderfully prolific, the 

Z plums hanging like ropes of onions upon the branches; beautiful in 
form and color, very early in ripening and curculio-proof in so far 
that the stings of the insect do not seem to affect it injuriously. In 
colo1 it is reddish-purple, with a delicate bloom, very bright, showy 
and attractive; flesh light yellow or amber, exceedingly juicy, rich, 
sweet, melting and luscious—entirely free from any coarseness or 
toughness—parting freely from the stone. It ripens from the first to 
the middle of August and its productiveness is simply beyond de- 
scription. 1st c., ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.50; 100, $30.00. 1 yr., 
ANE ea., 35c; 3 for 90c; doz., $3.00; 100, $20.00. 


BRUNSWICK. 


A very fine plum which originated in Missouri, and which has the color and general appearance of Wild 
Goose, but is larger and sweeter. It is a true Chicasaw, a rather slow grower, withtough pendulous branches: 
very hardy and immensely prolific. Fruit is very large for a native plum, with prominent apex ; of a beautiful 
dark red color with yellowish ground at apex, marbled and speckled and covered with a delicate white bloom; 
flesh yellow, meaty, delicious and sweet. Ripens almost a month later than Wild Goose, and hangs to the 
tree for days after ripe. 1st c., ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 


“JIB AILEY’S JAPAN. green, and a delicate white bloom; flesh pale yellow, 


Quite distinct from any other Japanese variety in exceedingly firm, of sugary sweetness, though sprightly 
this country and one of the best of its season. The and of great richness, parting readily from the stone. 


i cus : $1.25; 
tree is an upright and vigorous grower, and a prolific Middle of August. isu e,ca., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., 


q . is j le- . 
bearer. Fruit almost as large as Kelsey, nearly glob- a a. aa ae di Se * es ES 2 oe oes 
ular, and overspread witha lightcherry red. Itripens “""”? ee ee ? eee) eee 


PA 


about fifteen days after Wild Goose and a little ahead ‘ne 


tt 
ey. 
= 


of Se ee c., ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 
SARATOGA. 


Tree of vigorous growth and very prolific, coming 
into bearing early and seldom fails to mature a good 
crop. The fruit is of large size, of a bright reddish- 
purple color, covered with abundant bloom, roundish- 
obovate in form and excellent quality. The firmness 
of its flesh and its keeping properties render it valuable 
for shipping. Ist c., ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 


“Y GRAND DUKE. 


Resembles Bradshaw in size and color, being very 
large and of a fine dark violet-red, entirely free from 
rot and a good shipper. The tree is a vigorous grower 
and exceedingly productive. Fine. showy and profitable 
September. Ist c., ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 


SPAULDING. 


A descendant of the European species and peculiar in 
that the attacks of the curculio do not injure the fruit 
but the plums fully develop on the tree fair and perfect. 
Fruit large, yellowish-green with marblings of a deeper SPAULDING, (MUCH REDUCED). 


MARIANA PLUM STOCKS. 


The Mariana has proved the best stock upon which to bud or graft the Plum. Its merits are remarkably 
vigorous growth and freedom from leaf blight or other casualties ; grafts or buds ‘‘ taking” upon it well, and has 
the property of never suckering from the root. It is now largely employed by the leading growers of the Plum. 
We can furnish in any quantity desired as follows : 

Ist Selection, 100, $1.50; 1000, $10.00. 2d Selection, 100, $1.25; 1000, $8.00; by express or freight. 


40 THE LOVETT. COMPANYAPTTLE SIL Ek, N. J: 


CHERRIES. 


Plant Hearts and Bigarreaus 20 feet apart each way, and Dukes and Morellos 12 to 15 ft. 


Cherries will not succeed on wet soil. The class Hearts and Bigarreaus or ‘‘sweet cherries” are even more 
unlike the class Dukes or Morellos or ‘‘sour cherries” in habit of tree and growth than in fruit. The trees of the 
sweet class are to be preferred for shade, for which purpose they are excellent. 


First Class, each 25c; doz., $2.50; 100, $12.00. Too large to mail. 


\ REARTS AND BIGARREAUS. DUKES AND MORELLOS. 

Biack Eagle. Large; flesh purplish-crimson, tender, \ Dye House. Medium; juicy, excellent. An early and 
rich, reliable. Midseason. _regular bearer. Early. 

Biack Tartarian. Large: juicy, rich, mildand sweet: ° Early Richmond (Early May, Kentish, Pie Cherry). 
vigorous and productive. Early. One of the most Medium, red; juicy, acid, popular. Very preductive. 
productive and valuable. ‘y English Morello. Large; darkred, nearly black; flesh 

Cee’s Transparent. Medium; paleamber, beautifully dark, juicy, rich, acid; productive and profitable. Late. 
mottled; very tender, sweet; juicy, very valuable, pop- ~ Late Duke. Large: rich: dark red when ripe; fesh 


ular; one of the best. Early. pale amber; sub-acid; fine. Late. 
~. Gov. Woed. Large; yellow shaded with light red; »~ Louis Phiilippe. Medium, roundish; rich, dark purp- 
juicy, very delicious. A vigorous grower. Early. lish-red; flesh red; juicy, mild, sub-acid. Said tc do 


Luctling, One of the finest of cherries. Extremely finely at the West. Late. 
large: black. very solid, and of the highest quality. \» May Duke. Large: dark red, nearly black when ripe, 
Very valuable. Midseason. ~ melting, rich, juicy, excellent; popular, reliable. Early. 
_, Napofeon. Very large: pale yellow and red; firm, * Montmorency Ordinaire. Large: bright red; acid; 
sweet and profitable. A magnificent cherry and vigor- larger and later than Eariy Richmond. 


ous grower. Midseason. “y Olivet. Large; deep red; tender, rich, vinous. A 
Rockport. Large; clear red shaded with pale amber; choice variety of French origin. Early. 

firm, juicy, sweet, excellent. Early. “, Ostheim., Large; red, when fully ripe a dark red; 
Yellow Spanish. Very large; yellowish-white, tinted tender, juicy, pleasant. Tree exceedingly hardy; a 

“rose; juicy, rich, sweet; very popular. Midseason. vigorous grower and productive. A German variety. 


PLYMOUTH ROCK. 


_ (Shown in Colors Upon Front Cover). 

All growers of light colored or so-called amber cherries 
are well aware of the two greatest difficulties encountered, 
viz: the birds taking the fruit and the tendency to quick 
decay when ripe. So serious are these misfortunes that we 
know of a fruit grower who cut down a long row of amber 
cherry trees in their prime, because the birds would leave 
him practically no fruit; while Yellow Spanish, Coe’s 
Transparent and like varieties, excellent asregards beauty, 
quality and size of fruit, and habit, vigor and productive- 
ness of tree, are rapidly becoming unpopular, from the one 
fact that their fruit is so perishable. 

Our attention was called to the Plymouth Rock Cherry 
five years ago, by an amateur fruit grower of wide experi- 
ence and unusual discernment, who informed us that the 
fruit, though showy and of excellent quality. would remain 
upon the tree when ripe, or after gathered, in perfect con- 
dition longer than any other variety he had ever seen, al- 
though an amber variety; and for some unknown reason 
its fruit was never molested by birds. We heard tiis 
statement with much doubt but visited the gentleman and 
to our unbounded joy and surprise found the criginal tree 
and others grown from it, heavily laden with large, bright 
amber, largely overspread with carmine, cherries in per- 
fect condition although the fruit had been ripe for ten 
days: during which time it had rained almost every day and the weather excessively het. Upon testing the 
fruit freely we found it of not only excellent but high quality—sweet, rich, sprightly, juicy and tender—and with 
small stone. We gathered a quantity, which we carried some two hundred miles aud it kept perfectly with no 
care whatever for a weele. As to the birds; although the trees of all other varieties in the grounds where the trees 
of Plymouth Rock stood, had veen stripped of fruit, we could detect no evidence of a single cherry of the Ply- 
mouth Rock havine been taken by abird. The birds avoided the trees of it, for some reason as yet unexplained. 
The tree of this variety is a good healthy grower, begins bearing young and is a heavy annual bearer. 


As a desirable fruit for the home grounds we are confident it is without an equal; but its greatest value is for 
market growing—for there is nothing in the way of cherries that can be compared with it asa variety for profit. 

Price. 1st a ea.. 75e: 3 for $2. 0: doz., 27.00: 100, $50.00. Medium, ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.50; 1v0, $35.00, 
1 yr., ea., 35¢; 3 for $1.00; doz., $3.50 (by mail); 1000, $25.00. 


THE LOVELT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. 4] 
CENTENNIAL. 


The most remarkable, and perhaps valuable, 
characteristic of this fine cherry is its wonderful 
firmness of flesh, being so enduring in texture that 
it can be kept in perfect condition for a long time. 
This is very different from the majority of cherries, 
the great drawback to their successful culture being 
their perishable nature; for every light-colored vari- 
ety in general cultivation is subject to rapid decay. 
The Centennial, on the contrary, is so enduring in 
texture that it can be kept in excellent condition 
almost indefinitely. On two occasions ripe speci- 
mens sent us by mail from California were not only 
received in good condition, but remained so for sev- 
eral days after arrival. Ripe specimens have been 
kept in an ordinary room for a month after gath- 
ered and were still in eating condition. In addition 
to its remarkable keeping properties the fruit is of 
immense size; beautiful amber shaded red, with 
very firm yet tender flesh; sweet, rich, luscious. It 
is a seedling of Napoleon Bigarreau, which it resem- 
bles in appearance, but is much larger and more 
obovate inform. Tree an extra good, straight and 
handsome grower. Its sweetness is very pronounced, 
being exceedingly sugary. Ripens in midseason. 
1st c., ea., 35¢c; 3 for 90c; doz., $3.00; 100, $20.00. 
Medium, ea., 30c; 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50; 100, $15.00. 


i yr., ca., 25c; 8for 60c;. doz., $2.00 y mail); 100, $12.00. 
WINDSOR. 


A vigorous, hardy variety, originally from Canada, of great productiveness. The fruit is large, of a very 
lark liver color, firm and solid, rich and of good quality. Ripens latter part of July. A fine late variety for 
both home use and market and especially valuable for its lateness, firmness and fine quality. Ist c., ea., 30c; 3 for 


~~ HARDY ORANGE. 


(Citrus trifoliata). 


We have grown this beautiful little tree for sev- 
eral years and find it entirely hardy without any 
protection whatever. Grown either as single 
specimens upon the lawn or in hedges, it is ex- 
ceedingly handsome, effective and satisfactory. 
It is very ornamental and the fact of its bearing 
real oranges at the frozen North, outside with no 
winter protection, renders it of more than ordi- 
nary interest. The oranges, though small in size 
compared with those in the markets, are equally 
beautiful. They are, however, too acid to eat out 
of hand, being used as lemons for making a re- 
freshing and pleasant drink. It fruits freely and 
blooms in spring with wonderful profusion. The 
blossoms are large, pure white, and impart the 
same exquisite fragrance as other oranges. In 
habit the tree is dwarf, upright, and with abun- 
dant, rich dark green, three-lobed foliage, which 
remains upon the tree until after frost, and then 
falls. So valuable as to well merit cultivation for 
its beauty alone, or for its delightfully fragrant 
blossoms, which are produced during almost the 
entire spring, summer and autumn, and which 
render it equal to Gardenia. Its advantages asa 
hedge plant are its natural dense habit of growth 
and the abundance of its sharp thorns. It is nat- 
urally a dwarf tree and will need but little trim- 
eee ep ay withie bouwds. tt Has safely withstood a temperature of eighteen degrees below zero entirely 


unprotected. 2 yrs., 9 to 15 in., branched, ea., 15¢; 4 for 50c; doz., $1.25; 100, $6.00 (by mail). 8 yrs., 15 to 24 in., 
branched, ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 100, $7.50 (too large to mail). 


THE LOVETT COMPANY. 


APRICOTS. 


There is no fruit more delicious or beautiful than the Apricot and its ripening between Cherries and Peaches 
renders it especially valuable. Its chief enemy is the curculio, which can he kept in check by the methods sug- 
gested for plums. It succeeds admirably trained in espalier form. Too large to mau. 


First Class, each, 20c; doz., $2.00. 

Alexander. Russian. Animmense bearer. Fruit of 
large size, oblong, yellow, flecked with red, fiavor sweet 
and delicious. Early. 

Alexis. Russian. Large; yellow with red cheek; 
slightly acid but rich and luscious, abundant bearer. 
Early. 

Breda. Small, round, orange; flesh orange, juicy, 
rich, vinous; free, hardy, prolific, popular. 

Catherine. Russian. Medium; yellow, mild, sub-acid, 
juicy, good. Early. ; 

Gibb. Russian. Medium; yellow, sub-acid, rich and 
juicy. The best early sort, ripening with the straw- 
berry. 
~ J. L. Budd. Russian. Large; white with red cheek. 
sweet, juicy, extra fine; a hardy, strong grower, and 
profuse bearer. Late. 

\ Large Early. Oblong, pale orange; fiesh orange, rich 
and juicy, perfectly free. Very handsome. 

_ Nicholas. Russian. Medium to large; white: sweet, 

melting. 
~ Roman. Medium, oval, yellow, fine-grained, excel- 

lent; hardy, prolific, reliable. 


 BOUGOUME. 


Avery early Japanese variety, with fruit of large 


‘ 


~ 


size and of a beautiful golden color. Flesh solid, juicy 
and sweet, excellent in flavor. It comes into bearing 
early, and bears both profusely and regularly. Ist c.. 
ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00. 


~“™ HUBBARD (Hanayume). 


Also an early Japanese apricot, handsome, large and 


ACME APRICOT. 


Province of Shense in Northwest China. The tree isa 
free and vigorous grower, exceedingly hardy and pro- 


ductive. Fruit of large size, yellow, with red cheek, 
good quality; freestone. Prof. Rudd saysof it: “It 
isa fine grower, with large, handsome, thick foliage, 


of fine quality, being juicy, rich and sweet. Very 
choice. Iistc., ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.50. 


“. ACME (Shense or Canton). 


Originated in Iowa, from pits received from the 


and an early bearer of large and good fruit. In all 
respects it is the best hardy apricot I know of, and 
much better than any other Russian sort I have seen 
in this country or in Russia.” Ist. c¢., ea., 25e; 3 for 
60c; doz., $2.00. 


MULBERRIES. 


ie Downing, It is surprising that this noble tree is not more generally planted, when we consider its value as a 
. shade tree for the lawn or around the house, and the abundance 
of its sweet berry-like fruit. This is the finest variety of mul- 
berry yet introduced and its rapid growth, profusion of foliage of 
such deep verdure and dense shade should give it popularity. It 
is a charming tree, with a shapely and compact habit of form, 
long-lived, and its wood is very durable. The fruit is very abun- 
dant, of the shape shown in the illustration, and almost as large 
as blackberries. It is sweet, delicious and refreshing, and is borne 
from July until late in autumn. It is free from the mawkish, 
cloying sweetness of other mulberries, and is really very good. 
Poultry are very fond of it and eat it greedily. We regard it as 
| especially desirable for planting in grounds of limited extent, 
such as the village door yard, where but one or two shade trees 
are grown. For this purpose it is not excelled by any other tree 
and no one will regret planting it. 4to6ft., ea. 35c; 3 for 90e: 
doz., 33.00. 6to8 ft.. branched, ea. 50c; 3 for $1.2°; doz., $4.00. 
Small (61 mail) ea. 25c: 3 for 60c 
Hick’s Everbearing. Remarkably prolific and remains a very 
long time in bearing: the fruit is of good size, richand sweet. An 
excellent sort for furnishing food for poultry, which are excessively fond of mulberries By many this is esteemed 
superior to Downing. 4 to 5 ft., ea. 35¢; 3 for 90c: doz., $3.00. : 


Tie enone? fT ICOMPAN Y ga Task SILVER, N. /. 


QUINCES. 


Plant 10 feet apart each way; 435 per acre. 


\. FULLER. 
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FULLER, reduced one-half. 

Undoubtedly the best of all quinces yet introduced, 
and not alone on account of its magnificent fruit, but 
also for tne hardiness, reliability and healthfulness of 
the tree. The quince is a showy tree, in both flower 
and fruit, and the Fuller will be especially valuable to 


$2.00; doz., $7.00. 


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Small tre°s by mail at each and dozen rates, if desired. 


plant for ornament on account of its exceptionally fine, 
handsome fruit, which is large to very large, distinctly 
pyriform, often with a very abrupt and small neck; 
the surface somewhat ridged; the skin assuming a rich 
golden yellow color early in the season; calyx set in a 
deep, wide basin; flesh remarkably tender and well 
fiavored. Itis named for Mr. Andrew 8. Fuller, from 
whom we purchased it, and the original trees are such 
heavy bearers that the limbs have to be supported to 
prevent them from breaking. The tree is a strong 
grower, and has the largest, smoothest, cleanest foliage 
we have ever seen upon a quince, which remains upon 
the tree in full viccr until the fruitis fully mature. It 
is the only quince that has proved an entire success at 
Monmouth. (See tiliustration). 1st c., ea., 75c; 3 for 
The finest late sort. 


Champion. Tree extremely 


‘hardy, of stout, rugged upright growth. A profuse 
-$ and regular bearer; fruit large, obovate-pyriform in 


shape and of a lively yellow color, rendering it very 
showy and handsome. Ripens about two weeks later 
than Orange and will keep until Christmas. Ist c., ea., 
25c; doz., $2.50; 100, $15.00. Small, ea., 15c;doz., $1.50. 

Orange. The well-known and popular sort sometimes 
known as the Apple Quince. Large; of a rich golden 
yellow, and of fine quality. When properly grown it 
is both productive and profitable. Early. 1st c., ea., 
; doz., $2.50; 100, $15.09. Small, ea., 15c; doz., $1.50. 


: 

Rea’s Mammoth. A seedling of the Orange Quince, 
very much larger and, all points considered, an im- 
provement upon it. A strong grower and under good 
cultivation, productive. Ist ¢c., ea., 35c: doz., $3.50; 
199, $20.00. Small, ea., 20c; doz., $2.00. 


25e¢ 


Y PAWPAW. 


Northern Banana or Custard Apple. 


Fruit three to four inches 
long, of the shape shown in 
the illustration, and of a 
yellowish color, resembling 
in general appearance and 
consistency of flesh, the 
banana and is borne upon 
asmailtree. Like the ba- 
nana the fruit is palatable 
only to those who have ac- 
\) quired a taste for it, and by 
y such it is highly esteemed. 
The pulp of the fruit re* 
sembles egg custard in con- 
sistency and appearance. 
It has the same creamy 
feeling in the mouth and its flavor unites the taste of 
eggs, cream, sugar andspices. The Pawpaw is entirely 
distinct in character from any other fruit of a temper- 
ate climate and would doubtless find a ready market 
were the public sufficiently familiar withitanda liking 
for it acquired. The piant isentirely hardy. and comes 
into bearing when young. Its blossoms are curious, 
pretty and interesting. ‘The plants or youn: trees are 
peculiar in the fact that after transplanting they do 
not start to grow readily, often remaining apparently 
dormant for many months, but with proper care they 
- start eventually and make a good growth, 3 to 4 ft., 
ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00. (Smaller by mail at 

same prices). 


~  PERSIMMON. 


Large-fruited American. The Persimmon is attracting 
considerable attention as a fruit promisins;; much use- 
fulness aud it will undoubtedly become a profitable 
fruit for market growing when improved kinds are in- 
troduced. The trees are regular and abundant bearers 
and entirely hardy. The ripe fruit is richer and more 
palatable tian the fig, and is excellent for drying. The 
Large-fruited American is the best variety we have 
yetseen. Its fruitisof large size, bright orange-yellow, 
flesh frm and meaty, and of high quality. The fruit 
of the Persimmon is exceedingly astringent until rend- 
ered sweet and palatable by frost. We advise our 
patrons to surely plant a tree or two of this variety. 
4to5ft., ea., 2dc; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00. Small, ea., 
15e; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.00 (by mail, if desired). 


Space will not permit us to give detailed instructions for the cultivation of nuts. Chestnuts, Walnuts and 
Hickories, however, will succeed if given the same treatment as apple or pear trees, and shouid be planted about 
the same distance apart, with the exception of the Dwarf English Walnut, which may be planted much closer. 
Filberts require no other culture than occasiunal pruning. Almonds should be given the same culture as the 
peach, to which they are closely allied. We cannot supply nuts of any of the varieties offered. 


Small, or 1 yr., trees of those marked with an asterisk (*) will be mailed at each and dozen rates, if desired. 


’Y ALMONDS. 


Hardshell, A hardy va- 
riety, with alarge, plump 
kernel and with large, 
showy ornamental blos- 
1st c., ea., 25¢; 3 
=> for 60c; doz., $2.00. 


‘Russian. Perfectly 
hardy at the North, being an offspring of the Russian 
Apricot and inheriting the hardiness of its parent. 
The tree is of good growth and prolific, the nuts are 
large, with plump, sweet, rich meat. Ist c., ea., 3ic; 3 
for 90c; doz., $3.00. 


CHESTNUTS. 


“American or Sweet. The well- 
known chestnut of the forest. 
In sweetness and delicacy of 
fiavor or as a shade tree it is un- 
surpassed. Of fine growth and 
one of the best for avenue plant- 
ing, being handsome and sym- 
metrical. 8to10ft., ea., 40c; 3 
} for $1.00; doz., $3.50. 6 to 8 ft., 
y ea., 30c; 38 for 75c; doz., $2.50. 5 

to 6 ft., ea.. 25e; 3 for 60c; doz., 

$2.00. 3 to4 ft., ea., 20c; 3 for 
Small, tranms., ea., 15c; 3 for 40c; 


50e; doz., $1.50. 
doz., 31.00. 

Spanish or Marron. 
A handsome, round- 
headed, stately tree 
of rapid growth, that 
yields abundantly of 
very large nuts; 
hence valuable for 
ornament and fruit. 
5 to6 ft., ea., 50c; 3 
for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 
4to5 ft., ea., 35c; 3 
for 90c: doz., $3.00. 
doz., $1.25. 

*Japan Giant. Quite distinct from the European va- 
rieties and one of the most valuable of all our introduc- 


Small, trans., ea., 15¢; 4 for 50c; 


tions from Japan. The leaf is long and narrow like a 


peach and dark green, making a very ornamental lawn 
tree; comes to bearing at two to three yearsof age, and 
while yet in the nursery rows, 3 to 4 feet high, they are 
heavily laden with nuts of enormous size, measuring 4 
to 6 inches around ind running 3to 7ina burr. Their 
early bearing and great productivenees of such enor- 
mous nuts are the wonder and admiration of all who 
see them. Matures early and does not require the aid 
of frost to open the burrs. Its early bearing and hand- 
some, dwarf habit make it desirable for the home 
grounds. Trans., 2 to 3 ft., ea., 30e; 3 for T5ce; doz., 
$2.50: 100, $15.00. 18 to 24 in., ea., 25e: 3 for 60c; doz., 
$2.00; 100, $12.00. Small, ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $2.00. 


‘. PARAGON CHESTNUT. 


The ne plus ultra of chestnuts.. As great an improve- 
ment upon the Common Natural or American Chest- 
nut of the woods, as is the Bartlett upon the natural or 
wild Pear of the hedgerow. The nuts are three or four 
times the size of ordinary chestnuts, very beautiful 
in appearance and equally sweet and rich in qual- 
ity. Tree of rapid growth, very hardy, begins bearing 
young and produces enormous crops annually. We 
have tested every variety of improved chestnuts that 
has been oifered and find Paragon by far superior in 
every way to every other. 

By grafting chestnut stump land with the Paragon 
Chestnut, property of little value can be quickly con- 
verted into a veritable gold mine. By stump land we 
refer to Chestnut woodland that has had the timber cut 
off and sprouts have grown up. The demand for 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. J. 


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PHOTOGRAPH 


Chestnut for telegraph poles and railroad and trolley 
line sleepers has been so great in recent years that there 
are large areas of such stump land now lying waste 
with no prospect of revenue from it for a long time if 
left entirely to nature. If properly grafted to Paragon 
Chestnut and given the needed care a net revenue of ten 
dollars per acre annually will be realized in five to six 
years; in ten to twelve a net revenue of ten to fifteen 
dollars annually. This is not a theory, but a statement 
of facts based upon actual experience and results. 


Stump land, of one to two years growth since the tim- 
ber has been cut off, is best for grafting, but that of 
longer standing can be utilized. We are prepared to do 
the grafting and tending on moderate terms furnishing 
all material. Full information given upon application. 
Trees, 3 to N: ea., (5c; doz., $7.50. 
FILBERTS. 

These frequently termed hazelnuts, are of the easiest 
culture, and are among the most profitable and satisfac- 
tory nuts to grow; of dwarf habit, 
entirely hardy, abundant yielders, 


KENTISH COB. 


COMMON ENGLISH. 
succeeding almost everywhere, and come into bearing 
early. The Filbert can be also grown to advantage in 
a hedge, being both ornamentaland uscful. 


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‘Common English. The filbert grown the most largely 
in England, and a popular sort. 4 to 5 ft., ea., 25c; 3 for 
60c; doz., $2.00. 2to3 ft., ea., 20c;3for 50c; doz. $1.50. 
_ Cosford. Anold English variety of superior quality 
and valuable for the thinness of its shell, as no nut- 
crackers are needed with it. Oblong in shape and very 
sweet. 2 to 3 ft., ea., 30c; 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50. 

,, Kentish Cob. One of the largest and finest of the fil- 
berts; oblong, meaty, and of excellent quality. 2to3 
ft., ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


HICKORY. 


*Shellbark, TUSCATINE OR 
SHAG-BARK (Carya alba). 
Tree of large growth, en- 
tirely hardy and productive. 
Nuts thin-shelled; kernel 
sweet and excellent. Always 
sells readily at good prices. | 
4to5 ft., ea., 40c; 3for $1.00: Wy 
doz., $3.50. 3 to 4 ft. ea., 
25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00. 
Small, trans., ea., 20c; 3 for 
50e; doz., $1.50. 


WALNUTS. 


Black (Juglans nigra). The well-known black wal- 
nut; the wood is the most valuable of all. Noone who 
has ever eaten walnut candy will ever forget the flavor 
of its oily and toothsome kernels. 6 to 8 ft., ea., 35c; 
3 for 90c; doz., $3.00. 4 to 5 ft., ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., 
$2.00. 2 to 3ft., ea., 15c; 3 for 40c; doz., $1.25. 

Thin-shelied Black. A variety of the preceding with 
unusually thin shells, the kernels coming out whole. 
In other respects equally as valuable 5 to6 ft., ea., 
50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $3.00. 

Butternut (Juglans cinerea). Nuts differ from those 
of the black walnut in being longer and the kernels of 
sweeter, more delicate flavor. The wood is also very 
valuable and the tree of lofty spreading growth. 5 to 
6 ft., ea., 835c; 3 for 90c; doz., $2.50. 3 to 4 ft., ea., 25c; 
3 for G0c; doz., $2.00. 2 to 3 ft., ea., 15c; 3 for 40c; 
doz., $1.25. 


*English, Persian, French or Madeira Nut (Juglans 
regia). Not only are the delicious thin-shelled nuts 
prized highly by all; but from this tree is obtained the 
beautiful ‘‘French curled” walnut lumber so exten- 
sively used in the manufacture of fine furniture. Un- 
like our American varieties, the nuts fall from the hull 
when ripe. Hardy and productive from New York 
southward. 3 to4 ft., ea., 35c; 3 for 90e; doz.;-$3.00. 2 
to 3 ft., ea., 25c; 3 for 75c; doz.,-$2.00. Small, trans., 
ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


*Dwarf English, Preperturiens or Fertile. 
of the English wal- 
nut differing in its 
early bearing, supe- 
rior hardiness and late 
blooming. The nuts 
in allrespects are very 
much like its parent. 
It makes a pretty or- 
namental tree for the 
lawn or door yard and 
is very desirable for 
small grounds. 5 to 6 
ft., ea., 50c;3 for $1.25; 
doz., $4.00. 3to4ft., 
ea., 40c; 3 for-$1.00; 
doz., $3.00. 2to3ft., ea., 30c; 3 for Tie; doz., $2.50. 


A variety 


46 THE’ LOVETT: COMPAN VEIL ERIE STL VLG, Nay 


Ss Japanese (Juglans Siebold:’. This species is found growing wild in the mountains of northern Japan, and 
is as hardy as an oak. The leaves are of immense size, and the nuts, which are produced in great abundance, 
grow in clusters of fifteen to twenty; have a shell thicker than the English walnut, but not so thick as the black 
walnut. The meat is sweet, of the very best quality; flavor like a butternut, but less oily, and much superior. 
The trees grow with great vigor, assuming a very handsome form and need no pruning; mature early; bear 
young, and are mors regular and productive than the English walnut; having an abundance of fibrous roots it 
transplants as safely as an apple tree. No tree on our grounds has attracted more attention than the Japanese 
Walnut. 6to8ft., ea. 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 4 to5 ft., ea., 40c; 3 for $1.09: doz.. $3.50; 199, $25.00. 2to3 

ft., ea., 80c; 3for 75c; doz., $2.50; 100, $12.00. Small, ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., 1.75: 
100, $12.00. : 


JUGLANS SIEBOLDI. JUGLANS SIEBOLDI BEFORE HULLS ARE REMOVED. JUGLANS MAX CORDIFORMIS. 
* Japanese (Juglans Max Cordiformis). This is also a Japanese species of walnut, yet little known, resem- 
bling in some respects J. Sieboldi, but differing considerably in form of nuts, which are broad, slightly flattened, 
with acute points at both extremities, smooth and somewhat like our Shellbark hickory. It is notsostronza 
grower as the other species. 8 to 10 ft., ea., 75c; 3 for $2.00; doz., $6.00. 6 to 8it., ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 
4 to 5 ft., ea., 40c; 3 for $1.00; doz., $3.50; 100, $25.00. 2 to 3 ft., ea., 30c; 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50; 100, $15.00. Small, 
ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00; 100, $12.00. 


GARDEN ROCTS. 


ASPARAGUS. 


1 year, by mail, 25c. per 100 extra. Mailed at doz. rates. 

In garden culture set the plants from one to two feet 
apart in rows three feet apart; or for field culture in 
rows four or five feet apart, putting them about five 
inches below the surface. Prefers a deep, rich sandy 
loam. 


Barr’s Mammoth. Remarkable for its immense size variety of great size, immense yield and superior qual- 
on good soil. Earlier than Conover, equally productive ity, remarkable more especialiy for the clear whiteness 
and almost twice as large. 1lyr., doz., 35c; 100, 75e; of its stalks, which retain their purity of color until 
1000, $3.00. 2 yrs., doz., 40c; 100, $1.00; 1000, $4.00. several inches above the surface. The crown or bud is 

Conover’s Colossal. The well-known standard sort. much smaller than the stalk, which is a distinctive fea- 
Large, productive, of rapid growth and fine quality. ture of the variety. Wherever it has been grown it 
Lyr., doz., 25e; 100, 50c; 1000, $2.50. 2 yrs., doz., 35c; commands an extra price, not only in the market, but 
100, 75e; 1000, $3.50. also from canners, who can readily sell it at a high 

Palmetto. Of southern origin, rapidly becoming price asaspecialbrand. The stalks are so exceedingly 
popular by reason of its earliness, size and yield, in all tender, so large, and so fine in quality that it is unriv- 
of which it surpasses Conover’s Colossal and is equally alled for the home garden. 1 yr., doz., 40c; 100, $1.00; 
as fine in flavor. 1 yr., doz., 35c; 100, 75c; 1000, $3.00. 1000, $5.00. 2 yrs., doz., 50e; 100, $1. 5; 100, $7.00. 

2 yrs., doz., 40c; 100, £4.00; 1000, $4.00. [=s~ For prices of Asparagus Seed see page 09: 


HE LOVE. COMPANY, Lit TLASSILVER, Nf. 
ARTICHOKE. 


New White Jerusaicm. 


A remarkable improvement 


THE LOVETT Co 


upon the old variety. The tubers are clean andsmooth, 
with shallow eyes, and pure white in color. The flavor 
is very fine and it is altogether so superior that it is 
highly relished by persons indifferent to the old type. 
It is immensely productive, the yield far exceeding in 
bulk and weight of product any other known plant. 


Splendid for all sorts of cattle and one of the cheapest 


and healthiest hog foods grown, as one acre is equiva- 
lent to five acres of corn and the hogs harvest the Arti- 
chokes themselves. Store same as potatoes except mix 
one bushel of earth with each ten of Artichokes. 
Pound, 20c: 3 lbs. for 50c., by mail. Qt., 20c; pk., 50c; 
bushel, $1.50; bbl., $3.50, by freight or express. 
HORSE 
RADISH. 
If by mail add 15c. per 

100; postpaid at dozen 

rates if desired, 

This useful condiment is 
easily grown and prefers 
a rich, sandy loam. Plant 
in rows, eighteen inches 
apart, putting the sets 
ore foot apart, being 
careful to place the thin 
end down in the ground. 
Constant cultivation 
greatly improves the size 
and quality of the roots. 


Sets. Doz., 25c; 100, 
75e; 1000, $5.00. 


HOPS. 


Golden Cluster. A very choice variety, and the best 
for garden culture. It bears immense clusters of gold- 
en-yellow hops in great profusion, of aromatic fra- 


SAGE. 


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grance. An cxceedingl, ornamental and handsome 
vine of rapid growth, unexcelled for covering veran- 
dahs, trellises, etc., and the dried flowers are useful for 
many household purposes. Every family garden 
should have a few of these hop vines, which once plant- 
ed will remain permanently. Ea., 15c; doz., $1.50, by 


mail, 
RHUBARB. Pie Plant. 
By mail, 5c. each additional. 

This is a gross feed- 
p er, and a deep, rich 
Hf soil is indispensable to 
i secure large heavy 
stalks. Plant in rows 
four feet apart with 
the plants three feet 
distant. Set roots so 
that the crowns are 
about an inch below the surface. 
Topdress annually in the fall with sta- 
ble manure and fork it under early in 
spring. 

Myatt’s Linneus. Popular, and the 
best for general use. Early, very 
large, productive, tender and delicate- 
ly flavored. Requires less sugar than 
other sorts. Ea., 10c; 3 for 25c; doz., 


75e; 100, 34.00. 


THE TRUE TARRAGON. 


Artemisia Dracunculus. 


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Plants of the true Tarragon have heretofore been 
scarce and high priced. We are now ready to supply 
it at a price that places it within the. reach of all and 
when better known it will be found in every garden. 
Widely used for seasoning salads and imparting a de- 
licious flavor to vinegar, which is sold at a high price 
as Tarragon vinegar. Easily grown in any garden but 
likes a warm, dry situation. Ea., 10c; 3 for 25c; doz., 
75ce; 100, $4.00. 


TT = ore pO rer eae 
OR en age ne + 
Holt’s Mammoth, A vast Pr ciceeese pagezaterene ts tacsac tee 
improvement upon the ordi- LES aa Rte Tp reek Sth 
= a? age we et 
nary garden Sage. The leaves - ieee saul Searawerecss ee KABA IN OF. 
’ ; CSE ie Cs TON 
are of immense $1Ze, always “ee Ke wi anon bcesecees. — ee Set wm, 
i ween Segara sgt.e- 09 Se 25 Seven wes o52 Se 
clean and perfect, and pro- Bele amas FF op tan roast reOy e040, NA 
. « Heeb Gis Mi Ny OS ess AL , igs One A { 
duced in a solidmass over the _ /jim~Paees see See. dasaneeeerasenns < \ 
entire bush. Plant of strong ite iste See Sree kan ate US SST A a 
bushy habit, does not blossom eeaeCe eT. Saat 
except under unfavorable iieee eset er eek, 
ba HAH EATRST rs © Wg ng we 
conditions, and never seeds. ah ARI RIMS cea eee 


Exceedingly fine. Ea., 10c; 
3 for 25e; doz., 75c (by mail, if preferred): 100, $3.50. 


LEAF OF HOLT’S MAMMOTH SAGE. 


Everything offered under this head will be sent by mail at 
prices quoted unless otherwise noted. Ifsent by express or 
freight, stronger plants will be selected. Those in want of larger 
quantities than offered will please write, stating number of each vari- 
' ety needed and we will cheerfully quote special rates. Our supply of 
many articles is so great that we are enabled to quote prices on large 
quantities that cannot fail to please when quality of stock is considered. 


AMARYLLIS. 


CEES 


ZZ We i < It is impossible to name a more magnificent genus of bulbous 
} GF j ZS » flowering plants than the Amaryllis. Under the simplest culture 


they throw up scapes from one to three feet high, surmounted by 
immense trumpet shaped flowers of the most gorgeous colors, which 
in some species are nearly a foot wide when fully expanded and vary- 
ing from five to eight inches in length. In form and color all are 
both beautiful and striking, ranging as they do from brilliant scarlet 
to richest crimson—often shaded with orange with veinings and 
stripings of purest white, rose and crimson. The genus is truly 
astounding in its immense blooms, wealth of coloring and regal habit. 
Cultural instructions are sent with each bulb. 
FORMOSISSIMA. Formosissima (Jacobean Lily). A quick and ready bloomer, 
often producing its intensely brilliant trusses of bloom before the 
leaves appear. The color of the oddly-formed flowers is considered the richest shade 
of crimson known among flowers. Ea., 15c; 3 for 40c; doz., $1.50. 
Johnsonii. Well known and always a favorite; enormous dark red flowers witha 
handsome white stripe through the center of each petal. Its robust habit and ease of cul- 
ff vy, ture render it the most generally useful of the family. Ea. 30c; 3 for Tdc. 
ih Purpurea (Vallota purpurea). Perhaps the most useful for house culture of all. Itis 


y 7 of evergreen habit and should never be entirely dried off in the manner of the other varieties; 
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Y/ 3 but should be kept in a growing state after blooming. Flowers glowing purple and scarlet, last- 

Ux ing a long time in perfection and produced in astonishing numbers. Ea., 20¢; 3 for 50c; doz., $2.25. 

| AA Equestre. A beautiful species, blooming with great freedom. The vigorous bulbs produce 

/ Vj iy large, snowy flowers which in color are a sparkling orange red; elegant, varied with a green 
Se and white star in center. Valuable for planting out in summer, asit blooms weil in open ground, 


yJounsonu, Ha., 15c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. Postage 5c. each extra. 


Vittata Hybrids. These 
splendid varieties are 
produced by artificial 
hybridization. They 
include a great range 
of color, beautifully 
varied with white and 
ruby red. Many of 
them produce flowers & 
of astonishing size, ex- \ 
ceeding eight inches in 
diameter; resembling 
richly colored Aura- 
tum lilies. Strong pot- *% 
grown bulbs with roots 
intact, ea. 40c; 3 for 
$1.00; doz., $3.50. Ex- 
tra strong bulbs, e2., 
75ce; 3 for $2.00. 

Should go by ex- 
A. EQUESTRE. press. A. PURPUREA. (Vallota Purpurea). 


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The steps in the improvement of Tuberous Begonias, 
at first slight and uncertain, have at last resulted in 
hybrids of marvelous beauty. Immense flowers, many 
of them from five to seven inches in diameter, of the 
most brilliant and varied colors, while the form of the 
blooms in different varieties imitate those of the Rose, 
the Camellia, the Pzony, and the Hollyhock. The 
plants form perfect fountains of flowers for six or eight 
months, as they begin to bud shortly after they start 
into growth and continue until late in the fall. Their 
large and telling blooms, thrown up in such countless 
profusion, are in all shades of white, yellow, vermilion, 
crimson, and rose, both single and perfectly double; 
while the foliage is dark green, broad and handsome. 
Tuberous Begonias also make magnificent bedding 
plants, but should be planted in rich, moist soil ina 
partially shaded place in order to secure best results. 

Scariet, Rose, White, Yellow. Ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; 
doz., $1.50. 

SPE IAL GFFER. One bulb of each of the above 
four varieties, 60c; three of each for $1.50; six of each for 
$2.75; dozen of each for $5.00. 


Mixed Seedlings. 

Single. Magnificent mixture of selected seedlings, 
including reproductions of many finest named varieties. 
All colors; scarlet, dark crimson, rose, salmon, buff, 
white, and yellow. Ea., 15c; 3 for 30c; doz., $1.00. 


Double. A superb mixture, including some of the 
finest rose and camellia-flowered varieties known. A 
grand variety of colors. Double and single blooms are 
borne on the same branch, the foriner perfect and full 
to the centre, the latter resembling the single varieties, 
but slightly smaller. Ea., 30c; 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50. 


APIOS TUBEROSA. 


Tuberous Wistaria. 


A strong, rapid-growing, hardy climber with tuber- 
ous roots, often known as the Tuberous-rooted Wistaria. 
It is of rapid growth and is covered with deliciously 
fragrant, brownish-purple flowers in small, dense race- 
mes. It delights in a sunny location, and two or three 


_ years, these 


bulbs, planted near each other will quickly cover trellis 
or other support with a mass of delightful foliage and 
bloom, It is entirely hardy and may be left in the 
ground with perfect safety during the winter. In de- 
lichtful perfume it rivals the Violet. By all means 
be sure and plant a few of these most pleasing and 
very attractive bulbs this spring. Ea., 5c; 3 for 10c; 
doz., 30c. 


DAINTY MEXICAN BULBS. 
Although —EE 
before the SS ‘eae 
public for 
a number of 


beautiful 
and distinct 
little Mexi- 
can bulbs 
are more 
popular 
than ever. 
They are us- 
ually called 
‘‘The Three , 
Gems,” and £ 
by reason of && 
their dainty 
grace, well &. Hi) 
merit the We 


name. All 77 


three aro 


\, / \N 
CYCLOBOTHRA FLAVA 


profuse bloomers, showing bud soon after planting, 


and continuing throughout the summer. They may be 
treated exactly like Gladiolus and look best when 
planted in groups of a dozen or more. Excellent for 
pot culture; three or more bulbs being planted in a pot. 


Milla biflora (Frost Flower or Floating Star). Blooms 
pure waxen white, star-shaped and of great substance, 
lasting for weeks when cut and placed in water. They 
are usually borne in pairs on leng slender stems. Very 
graceful and lovely. Ea., 8c; 3 for 20c; doz., 50c. 

Bessera elegans (Coral Ear Drop). Foliage narrow 
and rush-like. Flowers on stems eighteen inches high, 
borne in loose drooping umbels; of a charming coral- 
red striped with white lines. Ea., 8c;3 for 20c; doz., 50c. 

Cyclobothra flava (Golden Shell). A most constant 
and profuse bloomer; bright and delicate bell-shaped 
flowers; golden-yellow dotted with brown spots on the 
interior. Foliage grass-like. Ea., 8c; 3 for 20c;doz., 50c. 

One bulb each of the three varieties for 15c; four 
bulbs each for 50c. 


50 


A grand, stately, tropical-looking plant. Nothing 
equals it for luxuriant effect, either as a single speci- 
men upon the lawn or in combination with other foli- 
age plants. Itisinevery waya noble plant; the leaves 
often assuming the enormous size of four feet long by 
three feet wide. Should be grown in deep rich soil and 
freely watered during dry weather. Much time can be 
gained by starting the tubers inside in a warm place, 
but under any conditions it will always produce a 
splendid eifect. Especially useful for bedding with 
Ricinus, Cannas, and the new variegated Tuberose, as 
will be seen by referring to our Grand Combination 
Bulb offer upon another page. LEa., 15c; 3 for 450c; 
doz., $1.50. 


CALLALAGE S: 


The familiar White Calla has long been a favorite 
for window culture and much sentiment is attached to 
this beautiful plant with its rich glossy foliage and im- 
mense snowy blooms, which is not lessened by its pa- 
tient endurance of adverse conditions. Much progress 
has been made in the improvement of Callas and weare 
pleased to offer the following splendid varieties. 


SPOTTED CALLA. 


COMMON CALLA. Lily of the Nile. Perfectly indis- 
pensable and valuable alike for its intrinsic beauty and 


THE LOVETT’ COMPAN VeAT PLE SVP IV ¥- 
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM. 


Eiephant’s Ear. 


utility, as for its associations. We offer splendid Cali- 
fornia grown tubers. Ea., 15c; 3for 40c; doz., £1.25. 
SPOTTED CALLA (Richardia alba maculata). A 
dwarf form of the common Calla, with dark green 
leaves beautifully spotted with white. An ornamental 
plant even when notin flower. Especially suited for 


planting out in the border as it flowers finely in sum- 
mer and can be induced to remain entirely dormant in 
Ea., 15c; 3 for 40c; doz., $1.25. 


LITTLE GEM CALLA. 


winter. 


This beautiful little Calla is considered the greatest 
and most useful introduction of many years. It isa 
perfect miniature of the well-known Calla, but much 
more fioriferous. When in flower a perfect specimen 
plant is only eight to twelve inches high. lt isa rapid 
and strong grower and may justly be called a continu- 
ous bloomer, as it produces its exquisite little pure 
white flowers in the greatest profusion throughout the 
entire year, under generous culture and proper condi- 
tions. It should be treated exactly like the common 
Calla, except that it does not require the long period of 
rest during the summer of the old variety. Ea., 12c; 
3 for 30c:; doz., £1.00. 

CINNAMON VINE. 
(Dioscorea batatus.) 

This has proved to be one 
of the mostdesirable and 
useful climbers known. 
Its tubers are both hardy 
and edible, and should be 
planted near a trellis or 
window. The foliage is 
abundant. neat, heart- 
shaped and of glossy 
green. It flowers in mid- 
summer, producing ra- 
cemes of small, white 
biooms, having the fra- 
grance of cinnamon. It 
will rapidly cover an ar- 
bor or verandah, trans- 
forming it into a veritable 
bower of beauty. Very 
easily grown in any soil . 
butif given a rich moist place the luxuriant foliage will 
double in size. Strong tubers, ea., 8c; 3 for 15e; doz., 50c. 


LARGE FLOWERING CANNAS, 


The Canna is the King of Summer decorative plants, and its sovereignty is now 
acknowledged by all well informed horticulturists and florists. Nothing rivalsthe improved 
varieties of the Canna for bedding or massing upon the lawn or grouping about buildings 
and as single specimens in the border; their tropical luxuriance of foliage and great wealth 
of enormous heads of bloom, dazzling in brilliancy and constantly produced throughout the 
summer and autumn renders it of value not to be compared with any other plant. The 
newer varieties of this royal genus are so superior to the type or original species C. /udica 
in habit, size, brilliancy and profusion of bloom, foliage and general adaptability as scarcely 
to be recognized as descending from it. Following our established practice we have again dis- 
carded a number of varieties the past summer; retaining only those of pronounced merit 
and of distinct individual characteristics. Every variety offered has been fully and 
thoroughly tested upon our own grounds, all of which are grown in large quantities, some of 
the more popular sorts by the acre, in order to meet the demand for good, well grown and 
well developed roots and plants; and to enable us to sell them at the prices we do. 

The descriptions can in all cases be relied upon as entirely accurate—never overdrawn. 
The illustrations are from nature—those of plants 
being in every instance drawn from PHGtOe ape 
of typical specimens of the re- 
spective varietiesand are engrav- 
ed one half inch to the foot. Much 
ji,, care and labor have been be- 
stowed upon these pictures, in 
order to have them accurate and 
to illustrate so far as possible 
upon so small a scale, the char- 
acteristics of each variety. 


The German Gilt-edged Canna 
QUEEN CHARLOTTE. 


This beautiful variety has quite fully 
sustained the high claims made for it 
and is a most valuable addition to the 


QUEEN CHARLOTTE. Reduced one-half. list. It is decidedly the finest of the 


52 THE LOVETT COMPANY, WATTLE SILVER, WV. /. 


gilt-edge type. The plant attains a height of about four feet and is well furnished with heavy, bluish-green foli- 
age; the enormous flower spikes towering grandly above the foliage in a beautiful bouquet of very large flowers 
of perfect form. The petals are of velvety blood-red, broadly banded with bright canary yellow. Splendid for 
groups or masses but should be planted alone as its individuality is lost when closely associated with other varieties. 
Price, ea., 25c3 3 for 60cs3 doz., $2.00; 100, $15.60. Special rates for large quantities. 
[=5"The above prices include postage by mail if desired. If sent by express or freight stronger roots and plants will 


OUR GREAT CANNA NOVELTY 


be selected. 


SUNBEAMS | 


fa 


Shown in Colors on Last Page oi Cover. 

Extensive field trials during the past summer have demonstrated 
that the glorious Sunbeams Canna surpasses by far the claims we have 
made for it. Not only isit the best dwarf yellow Canna before the public 
but one of the most beautiful and valuable of all Cannas of any color. Sea 
The plant is remarkably dwarf and compact, always averaging twelve to fifteen inches 
shorter than Mad. Crozy when grown side by side, (attaining a height only of two to two 
aand one-half feet), and is especially well furnished with heavy, richly colored foliage. 
But its enormous brilliant yellow flowers are its distinguishing feature. ‘The orange markings 
upon the petals are so faint as not to be seen at the distance of ten yards and do not in the 
least impair the glowing golden effect of its great masses of bloom; while the individu! 
flowers are of the largest size, averaging over five inches across. 

For groups, masses and ribbon bedding with other Cannas of contrasting colors Sun- 
beams is without a peer, owing to the enormous size, splendid finish, correct habit and clear 
brilliant color, as well as the profusion in which its large solid heads of bloom are constantly 
produced; and nothing in the way of yellow Cannas has ever been brought forward to com- 
pare with it for brilliant and constant bedding effect. The accompanying illustrations, as 
well as the colored plate upon the cover, were carefully sketched from nature and are not 
exaggerated in the least in any manner. 

Price, ¢a., 25c3 3 for 60cs3 doz., $2.00; 100, $15.00. Special rates in lots of two hundred or more. 


BESS 
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FHE BOVELE COMPANY EESIST BE STIVER, Ne J. 53 


GENERAL COLLECTION OF CANNAS. 


The following varieties embrace all 
the standard varieties and cover the en- 
tire field of habit, color of flower and 
foliage, the gilt-edged class, etc. The il- 
lustrations show the habit and charac- 


teristics of the different varieties as well 


as the height, being made one-half inch 
to the foot. 

Price, ¢a., 15c3; 3 for 40cs dozen, 
5 $1.253 25 for $2.25; 100, $8.003 except 
#3 as noted. 
Lots of 250 or more will besupplied at 
- Special rates. Unless otherwise instruct- 
ed they will be forwarded by express, 
as stronger and better plants can be 
fi sent. Lots of twenty-five or more 
should go by express or freight in all 
=== Cases. 
2= COUNT HORACE DE CHOISEUL. Par- 
ticularly val- 
uable on ac- 
count of its 
dwarf habit, 
beautiful col- 
or and fine 
flowers. It is 
4 cose andcom- _§\\ 
pact, ver y =QW 
dwarf, and 
= therefore ad- 
for 


MASSING. VARIETIES PLANTED SEPARATELY. 
are large, of a beautiful deep carmine and well formed. It is a handsome and ornamental plant and owing to its 
dwarf habit is useful for many purposes. 

ALPHONSE BOUVIER. 


The finest variety of its color 


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ALPHONSE 8 


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bp) Sees 


Se SS 
known and unsurpassed for bedding. A luxuriant 
grower, throwing almost unceasingly, strong flower 
stems bearing immense trusses of bright crimson flow- 
ers of the very largest size. A large plant in bloom 
sometimes has on it as many as thirty or forty of these 
large clusters and nothing can exceed their brilliancy. 


well as being a fine bedder. The flowers 


It begins to bloom very early and is one continuous 
mass of crimson the entire season. Trial and compar- 
ison have proved conclusively that no other variety ap- 
proaches it for effectiveness when bedded in masses. 


Capt. P. de Suzzoni. 


Clear lemon-yellow, dotted with 
Large, long spikes 


pale orange. 


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and large, well formed flowers. 

and very valuable and effective in bedding. 

distinct habit of growth, wth banana-like foliage. 
Chevelier Besson. Dark green foliage and fine spikes 

of purplish-crimson flowers. Very vigorous and profuse 

in bloom. A well tested and most satisfactory Canna. 


It has a 


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Chas. Henderson. 


Termed the crimson Mme. Crozy; 


the flowers being of a deep bright crimson. For out- 
door bedding it is unsurpassed, by reason of its compact 
perfect habit, large size of flower and brightness of its 
color. Magnificent in the effective grandeur of its 


bloom and foliage when massed. The plant is a stately 
and vigorous grower. 
Francis Crozy. 


Similar to Mad. Crozy in habit of 
growth and rather more 
dwarf. Deep green foliage 
and large flowers of bright 
apricot shaded with crange 
and edged with golden yel- 
low. 

Egandale. The foliage is 
dark maroon and green, 
erect and compact. The 
spikes of bloom are large 
and of fine form, of a beau- 
tiful bright cherry color: a 
fine combination and har- 
mony of color between flow- 
er and foliage. It is excel- 
lent in every respect and 
cannot fail to please. Very 
erect in habit and produces 

he te its large dense heads of flow- 
ers feeely. Decidedly the finest Canna with richly 
colored foliage. 

Flamboyant. Erect habit with rather small green 
foliage. Of strong growth, succeeding perfectly under 
all conditions. Flowers brilliant flaming red. In both 
flower head and 
individual flow- 
ers it does not 
equal in size 
many others, 
but it issuch a 
marvelously 
free bloomer 
throughout the 
entire season 
and its color is 


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positively daz- 
ling in effect, 
and a most val- 
uable variety 
for bedding. 

Mrs. Sara Hill. 
Large spike of 
finely developed 
flowers, carmine 
shaded with crimson: luxuriant green foliage. <A fine 
bedding variety, somewhat late in blooming. 


so brilliant it is W 
Wa 


THE LOVETT COMP ANYV,PALTELE SITVERY Nf 


FLORENCE VAUGHAN. Considered by ali the finest 
yellow Canna yet introduced. Of 
the largest size and most perfect 
rounded form. Petals widerand J 
more rounded than even Mad. : 
Crozy. Color brilliant golden 
yellow, dotted with the brightest 
scarlet, and produced in the 
greatest profusion throughout 
the whole season. Strong, ro- 
bust grower, with flower heads 
of largest size, blooms freely and 
is wonderfully showy and effect- 
ive. Wecan recommend this as 
being satisfactory every way and 
its flowers exceedingly ornament- 
al and striking. It will befound 
a fine contrast to Francis Crozy ape 


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maroon - col- , 
ored foliage i: 
with deep NA 
bronze 1 u s- ; 
tre; flowers 
large and of 
a brilliant 
capucine rel 
being pro- 
duced in 
great profu- 
sion during 
the entire 
season. Re- 
markablefor 
the amount 
and intensi- 
ty of its 
bloom. Very 
finefor mass- 
ing and one 
of the finest of all Cannas. 

Henry A. Dreer. Very distinct and handsome. 


The 


foliage is of a striking bronze-purple, erect and com- 
pact. Both spikes and flowers are large, of a rich crim- 
son color and exceedingly numerous, continuing for a 
long time. -I¢ is a reliable 
sort and will give universal 
satisfaction. 


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J.D. CABOS. Distinct and one of th est. It has 
highly ornamental, dark greenish-maroon colored foli- 


Tah rhOVeET COMPANVZLETTEL SILVER. N,-/. nb 


PAUL MARQUANT. A most distinct and beautiful 
variety and an exceed- 


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ingly free bloomer. It e" Ne) Ny ” 
has an abundance of NALS 


age with a bronze metallic lustre. Flowers of the larg- 
est size, bright orange 
or apricot, sometimes 
brightened with a pink- 
ish tinge, a shade of col- 
or that is entirely 
unique. It is a fine 
grower and an early, 
profuse and continuous 
bloomer. 

MADAME CROZY. Tak- 
enallin all, the best scar- 
let Canna ever introduc- 
ed. Flowers exceedingly 
large with good round 
a _AOZY petals opening wide, = 
ol Gy iva ~p) dazzling crimson-scar et 
see ee bordered with golden 
yellow. The flowers are large and are produced in the 
ereatest profusion. Dwarf, and vigorous habit, with 
massive, and abundant cheerful green, Musa-like foli- 
age. It can be had in bloom the year round. Though 
well known by everybody it remains the most popular 
Canna in cultivation. 

Secretary Stewart. Dark garnet flowers; spike very 
large and open. Green foliage. 414 feet. 

PAUL BRUANT. 
Very ornament- 
al and one of the 
most abundant 
bloomers of all. 
Foliage is a beau- 
tiful deep green, 
edged with pur- 
ple, and of dwarf 
habit. The flow- 
er-heads are of 
the Jargest size, 
thrown up well 
above the foliage, 
and the color is 
very distinct and 


conspicuous; an 
intense, brilliant, 
orange scarlet, 

Ma producing a gor- 
geous blaze of color in the full sunlight. It is sure to 
give the most satisfactory results and all who plant it 
will be delighted. 


very handsome, dark 
green foliage and 
throws up flower stems 
freely. The flower 
spikes are very large, 
and the individual 
flowers larger than 
any other. The color “=> 
is peculiar to itself and 
may be described as 
bright salmon-scarlet 
with silvery lustre. eee Bs 
Too much praise can “Soe 

hardly be given this exquisitely beautiful variety. 

President Carnot. One of the finest of the dark 
leaved sorts, very distinct and an excellent ornamental 
plant. The heads of bloom are numerous and large, 
with beautiful, large flowers of bright orange-scarlet, 
suffused with pink. Foliage brilliant, chocolate ma- 
roon, exceedingly handsome. Desirable and effective 
for bedding; a good grower and free bloomer. Height 
31 feet. 

Wm. Elliott. The best ornamental-leaved Canna as 
yet offered. The foliage is 
erect, broad and well-rounded, 
with the edges finely frilled or 
crimped and as highly colored 
as the most brilliant Draczenas. 
-The prevailing tint may be best 
described as a beautiful crim- 
son-purple, brighter on the 
young shoots and shading into 
bronze on the older leaves. 
Nothing can exceed the rich- 
ness of shading on a group of 
this grand Canna; its habit be- 
ing to throw up many shoots, 


important. Planted with Caladium esculentum or 
some variety of Canna of proper height and rich green 
foliage, such as Chas. Henderson, Paul Bruant or Mad. 
Crozy as a background, the effect is most elegant, trop- 
ical and pleasing. Ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50; 100, 
$10.00. 


e ANN A SEED Beautiful varieties are produced from seed, the plants blooming the first season if 
: « started early. We offer seeds carefully collected upon our grounds, from the choicest 


kinds. See page 103. 


COLLECTIONS OF CANNAS. 


To induce everybody to send for and enjoy these grand flowering and decorative plants, we offer the follow- 
ing collections. These are selected with a view of producing a pleasing effect of color or furnishing an interest- 
ing assortment of varieties. They will be found not only great bargains but also very convenient for those not 
familiar with the different varieties or have not the time to make a selection. The selection must, however, in all 


cases, be left to us at these pric2s. 


A 6 plants, in six choice varieties - - - - - - $ .75 
B6 ‘* ‘* one or two i m3 - - . - - .60 
G £2 ns “twelve x ee including Sunbeams~ - . - 1.25 
Deie-- ‘* one, two or three Mi ‘on as preferred - - - 1.00 
E525, ,\4! ‘* fifteen i ‘<  ineluding Sunbeams and Queen Charlotte 2.25 
er LOR ‘‘ one, twoor three ‘ ‘as preferred | - - - - 2.00 
G50 ‘* ‘* twenty ie 53 including Sunbeams and Queen Charlotte 4.00 
|: OR RE ‘* one to five OL ue as preferred - - - - 3.50 


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‘* twenty-five es e 
J100 ‘ = * one to five “ t 


including Sunbeams and Queen Charlotte 7.50 
as preferred - - : - 6.00 


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WEES 


DAHLIAS~ 


A great revival of interest is manifested in this superb flower. The Dahlia, is always justly esteemed the model 
of symmetrical form and exquisite coloring, The newer sorts are marvels in texture and shading as wellas strik- 


ing and distinct departures in make up. 


NEW VARIETIES. 


Blanch Keith. A great improvement in yellow Cactus 
varieties. Of perfect form with petals long and full 
and evenly arranged. Color uniformly rich yellow. A 
very early and free bloomer. The flowers stand well 
above the foliage with long stems, rendering it very 
fine for cutting. 

American Flag. A most distinct show variety which 
excites universal admiration. Flowers about three 
inches across, quilled in the centre but shell-formed when 
fully expanded. Color pure-white with a conspicuous 
border of brilliant cherry-red on each side of the petal 
and usually a centre stripe of the same color. The 
contrast of these two colors are most effective and 
pleasing. 

Delicata. Similar in habit and make up to the lovely 
Nymphea but of different color; being a lively shade 
of bright clear charming pink, passing in the centre to 
pale yellow—an exquisite combination. Like Nymphea 
the form is perfect and stems long. In brief it is an 
improvement upon that grand variety. 

Fern-leaved Beauty. Of the same type as American 
Flag but with foliage beautifully cut and divided like 
that of the larger ferns. It isof dwarf but sturdy habit, 
forming a compact mass of foliage. The flowers are 
produced on long stems held well above the foliage and 
of medium size with shell-like petals arranged in a reg- 
ular and graceful manner. Color creamy white with 
every petal heavily bordered with dark crimson. 

Mrs. Peart. The first pure white Cactus Dahlia and a 
marvelous advance in the development of the Cactus- 
flowered section—now so popular abroad. Of medium 
growth but fine branching habit and exceedingly flor- 
iferous; the flowers standing wellabove the foliage. The 
flowers are medium to large in size, pure white with 
slight tinge of yellow in centre when first open and a 
perfect Cactus or Juarezi inform. Thegreatest addi- 
tion to the list of recent years. (See illustration above.) 
Price of any one of the above varictics, ea. 25c3 doz. $2.50. 


One each of the five varieties for $1.00, 


Twelve Best Double Standard Sorts. 

The following varieties have been selected with great 
care after repeated field trials from among hundreds of 
the choicest varieties in cultivation. Decidedly the 
finest dozen set ever offered for the money. 

Dark Penelope. Splendid full flowers; rich dark rose. 

Donald Beaton. Large and handsome, dark velvety 
maroon. 

Emperor. Largedeep crimson, variegated with white. 

Golden Bedder. Golden yellow, large and fine. 

Golden Gem. Pompon; bricht golden yellow. 

Little Rifleman. Pompon. Rich maroon, tipped white. 

Miss Dodd. Large, deep yellow. Very fine. 

Mrs. Daniels. Large, beautiful, clear pink. 

Madge Wildfire. Large, brilliant scarlet. 


NYMPHAA. The Pink Water Lily Dahlia. Anentirely 
distinct variety, of perfect form. Flowers of large 
size, with broad, waxy petals, the centre being full and 
incurved. The color is rare and novel; aclear, light 
shrimp pink, shaded somewhat darker towards the outer 
petals—a color difficult to describe, but surprisingly 
beautiful and grateful to the eye when seen. Its deli- 
cate and lovely color, perfection of form, a peculiar and 
characteristic Water Lily fragrance, have together sug- 
gested the appropriate name of Nymphzea. Plant a 
strong and robust grower, taking a shrubby form. 
The flowers are borne on long stems, well supplied with 
buds and foliage, making it very desirable for bouquets. 

Snowball. Large. <A very fine, pure white. 

Viola. Large and handsome, purplish crimson. 

Price of any one of the above varieties, ca. 15c3 doz. $1.50. 

One each of the set of twelve for $1.50. 


Sr ————— 
For $3.00 we will send one each ofall the Dahlias 


offered, 29 varieties. For $6.00 we will send one 


hundred plants - all beautiful varieties, our select- 
ion by express. 


Mier OVET TE COMPANY, PIT ITLe SILVER, WV. +. 57 
COOPERIA PEDUNCULATA. 


Giant Fairy Lily. 


Splendid Additional Varieties. 

A. D. Livonia. Fresh delicate rose, of absolutely per- 
fect form. Graceful habit and free. 

Bloomfeather. Very dwarf and compact, rich dark red. 

Chong. Large, yellow tipped with crimson. 

Calibri. A mere pigmy in growth, forming a low, 
compact bush, constantly studded with perfectly formed 
very double bright red flowers. 

Electric. Dazzling crimson-scarlet. Large, handsome. 

Fringed Electric. Similar to the above except that 
the petals are distinctly fringed. 

Frank Smith. Large and perfect form. Color deep 
plum, each petal distinctly and beautifully tipped with 
white. Very fine indeed. 

Golden Age, Golden yellow; perfect form. 

Golden Pearl. Pompon, crimson tipped yellow. 

Honoria.. Very large; brilliant old gold, with amber 
shadings. 

Oban. Cactus type. Odd and rich terra cotta color. 

Wacht Am Rhein. A peculiar shade of lilac. 

Price of any one of the above varicties, ca. 15c3 doz. $1.25. 

One-each of the set of twelve for $1.25. 


CRINUM KIRK. 


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A native of Zanzibar, but hardy and robust enough 
to thrive and bloom magnificently in the open ground 
during summer. The bulbs attain gigantic proportions 
and may be lifted at the approach of frost and stored 
in a dry place, free from frost, during winter; or better 
still, kept permanently in large pots, which can be 
plunged out in a moist and partially shaded placein sum- 
mer. The foliage is very ornamental, being of the form 
and size of corn blades, deep green in color with waved 
edges, and disposed in the form of a symmetrical rosette. 
The beautiful lily-like flowers are borne in huge umbels 
of a dozen or more, on dark purple stems, eighteen to 
twenty inches high. The individual flowers are of the 
size and shape of those of the well-known Madonna Lily 
(Lilium candidum) and are pure white, with a broad, 
crimson-purple stripe down the centre of each petal. 
Taken all in all this is one of the finest bulbs cultivated. 
Large bulbs, 3 inches in diameter, ea., 50c, (Postage 10c. 
each extra.) 


- borders. 


A lovely and distinct bulbous plant, producing large, 
white, sweet-scented blooms, resembling a Zephyran- 
thus but much larger and more profuse. The bulbisas 
large and solid as a Hyacinth, and is so vigorous that 
it may be said to throw up its graceful primrose-scented 
blooms after every rain. The leaves are long, flat and 
curiously twisted, and the flowers are peculiar not only in 
size, purity and fragrance, but also in opening for the 
first time during the evening, remaining in perfection 
for several days, if cut and placedin water. The plant 
is quite hardy and may be planted out as early as onions, 
but should be lifted and taken inside before the ground 
freezes in the fall. Excellent for groups, edgings or 
Should be planted inevery garden. Weoffer 
only the genuine Cooperia pedunculata, which is much 
finer in size of bloom, purity of color and floriferous- 
ness to other species, such as C. Drummondi and C. 
Oberewetterii, which are often sent out in its place. 
Strong nursery grown bulbs, much superior to collected 
specimens usually sent out, ea., 10c, 3for 25c; doz. 75c; 
100, $5.00. 


Galtonia (Hyacinthus) Candicans. 


Cape or Summer Hyacinth. 


A gigantic spe- 
cies of Hyacinth 
growing three to 
five feet high and 
producing spikes 
of pure white 
flowers over two 
feet in length dur- 
ing August and 
September. Per- 
fect hardy and 
sure to grow and 
bloom thefirstsea- 
son. They can be 
planted in beds or 
groups. A few 
planted in the 
centre of a bed of 
Gladiolusor lower 
growing annual == 
plants, is very “2 
effective. Itis 
especially 
adapted to cemetery planting, as the glossy foliage and 
beautiful white bloom is particularly appropriate, 
Ea, , 10c; 3 for 20c; doz, 7de, 


PYRIGH bas a 
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else in America or Europe. 


SELECT LIST GF HYBRID GLADIOLUS. ~— 


Experience has proved that the climate and soil cf Monmouth, here 
by the seaside, with our long season of growth and bright sunshine and 
the heat of summer tempered by the ocean, is the most favorable spot 
upon the globe for the perfect development of the Gladiolus. Our bulbs 
are therefore not only equal but are superior to those produced anywhere 


The following selection has been made after a careful study by actual blooming of every variety in cultiva- 
tion and thousands of hybrid seedlings. It is, barring the Childs’ hybrids offered upon another page, composed 


of the grandest varieties without exception as yet in commerce. 
Amalthee. Pure white, very large violet blotch, lower petals lilac. - ae - = 
African. Slaty-brown on scarlet grovnd with white lines. - - - = = 
Abricote. Lustrous apricot-red wlth burnished copper reflections. - - - = = 
Ali. Pale rose striped cherry red; lower half of petal yellow with reddish-purple stripes. 
Angel. White tinted flesh, showy and effective. - = = 
Archduchess Marie Christine. White tinted rose and marked with lilac. - : - 
Bertha. Brilliant crimson, grand and perfect spike; a superb florist variety. - = = 
Brenchylensis. Brilliant vermilion. A grand old variety. : - - - = 
Canary Bird. Pure bright yellow; the finest yellow variety. - = = = = 
Cresus. Yellow, darker in the centre; flamed red. - - - = = = 
Delicatissima. White suffused with soft carmine-lilac, lower petals pure white, edged lilac. - 
Duchess of Edinburg. Purplish-rose with carmine stripe on lower petals. Fine form and of 
great substance; of strong growth, attaining a height of six feet. One of the finest varieties. 
De Lesseps. Clear white ground, profusely striped and bordered carmine; fire well-formed 
spike of beautiful flowers. - - - - - = = = a = 
Eugene Scribe. Pure tender rose, flamed carmine; flowers very large and wide open. Beautiful. 
Flamboyant. Fiery scarlet; flowers very large and fine. - = : = = = 
Isaac Buchanan. Clear rich yellow; a good grower and fine. - = = Fr 
John Bull. White delicately shaded with yellow. - = = = = = = 
Le Vesuve. Intense fiery red; very rich. - . - - - = 7 
Marie Dumortier. White, slightly streaked with rose and violet-purple blotch. - = = 
May. Pearly-white with edge of petals delicately penciled with pink. - - = = 


Mabel. Light carmine or cherry in color marked in centre with crimson. Dwarf and compact. 


Martha Washington. Light yellow, lower petals rose. Long, finely arranged spike. - - 

Meteor. Brilliant dark red with large pure-white blotch.  - - - - = = 
Mazeppa. Orange with conspicuous light blotch. - - - 
Mad. Monneret. White, slightly streaked rose with violet-purple blotch. - . - - 


Neige et Feu. Bright cherry red veined ivory-white, conspicuous white blotch upon lower petals. 


Ophir. Rich dark yellow with distinct purple blotch. - - = : z a 
Pepita. Bright golden yellow. edces striped carmine. One of the best yellows. . : 2 
Romulus. Brilliant dark red. with large, pure white blotch and clear white lines in lower petal. 
Snow White. Splendid pure white; fine spike. The best white variety. seme Seas 
Victor Jacqueminot. Bright orange scarlet flamed with fiery red and streaked with pure white. 
The most brilliant and beautiful of all red varieties. he - - - a SNE 


If sent by express, 75c per 100 may be deducted from hundred prices. 


TANGIPAHOA Co., La., August 27, 1895. 


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ATLANTIC Co., N. J., April 6, 1895. 


Gentlemen: The plants came to hand all O. K. and Gentlemen: Theroses yousent me came in fine order 


looked as though they had not been taken from the bed 
more than afew minutes. Accept thanks for prompt- 
ness in sending same. Yoursete., G. J. STOESSEL. 


and are the very best I ever got at any price, and Iam 
more than pleased with them, and thank you for send- 
ing such fine plants. Yours truly, M. M. PassMORE. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. J. 59 
OUR SPECIAL OFFER OF NAMED GLADIOLUS. 


Twenty of the choicest named French hybrid Gladiolus for $1.00 by mail; or by express fo~ 7c. 
When offering, a year ago, twenty choice named Gladiolus for $1.50 we felt confident the offer would meet 


with general approval. 
surmise. 


The very large number of orders received for the collection proved the correctness of the 
Increased facilities enable us this season to offer a collection of the same number of bulbs, enriched in the 
beauty and value of the varieties for only $1.00 by mail, or 75e by express. 


Each variety in the collection has 


been selected by reason of some special excellence in color, form or habit, and we know them to be of superior 


merit and value. 
blooming ones in every instance; correctly labeled. 


The bulbs are not small inferior ones like so often sent out in collections: but are large, sound, 


For $2.00 we will send three collections by express or freight. 


Shades of Red. 


African. Slaty-brown and scarlet, streaked and 
blotched with pure white—entirely distinct and novel. 

Brenchylensis. Vivid scarlet, long spike; fine bedder. 

Flamboyant. Bright scarlet, shaded fiery red; large. 

Meteor. Rich, dark red, large pure white blotch. 

Romulus. Brilliant blackish-red, with white blotch 
and lines upon lower petals. 


White and Very Light. 
Amalthee. Pure white with rich violet flakes and 
velvety-violet throat; long spike, large flowers. 
Angel. White tinted fiesh, blotched light carmine. 
Archduchess Marie Christina. Peaily white, tinted 


rose and flamed lilac; very large flowers. 

White slightly tinged, margined and 
Very fine. 

White, tinged with sulphur yellow. 


Delicatissima. 
flamed soft carmine and lilac, 
John Bull. 


Pink and Rose. 

Eugene Scribe. Tender rose, suffused carmine; flow- 
ers very large, wide open and perfect. Extra fine. 

Duchess of Edinburgh. Deep lilac and satiny pink; 
immense spike. One of the finest. 

Maric Dumortier. Light rose and white, violet-pur- 
ple blotch. Very fine. 

Niege et Feu. Deep cerise-flamed violet, veined and 
blotched with ivory white. Spike long and dense. 

Mad. Monneret. Very delicate rose; beautiful. 


Yellow. 
Isaac Buchanan. Rich yellow, very vigorous and fine. 
Cresus. Yellow edges flamed carmine. 
Golden Sceptre. A fine yellow. 


Ophir. Dark yellow with purple blotch. 
Pepita. Golden-yellow, edges striped carmine. One 


of the very finest yellow varieties. 


MIXED GLADIOLUS. 


Our mixture is not composed of discarde:| 
seedlings and dull colors like those usually sent 
out, but is composed of named varieties, all of 
which are bright and beautiful in color, and of 
fine habit. The leading color is brilliant red 
but there are a goodly number of pink, rose, 
blush, striped, blotched, violet, etc. 

All colors mixed, /st size, doz., 25c; 100, $1.59 
(by express, 100, $1.00; 1000, $8.00). 

All colors mixed, 2nd size, all blooming bulbs, 


doz., 15¢: 100, $1.00 (by eapress, 100, 75c; 1000, $5.00). 

Monmouth Strain. Composed entirely of superb named varieties, sixty per cent 
of which are white and light colored sorts—not over twenty per cent red—balance 
yellow and variegated. This is by far the finest strain of mixed Gladiolus in com- 
merce. Particularly valuable for bedding and massing and sure to give immense 
satisfaction. Those who are desirous of making an effective display at little cost 


er = a should certainly plant them. First size, doz., 30c; 100, $2.00 (by express, 100, $1.50; 
1000, $12.00). Second size, ail blooming bulbs, doz., 25c; 100, $1.50 (by express, 100, $1.00; 1000, $8.00). 


SPECIAL. To produce a brilliant and pleasing bedding effect, we offer 6 Cape Hyacinths and 100 scarlet 


flowering Gladiolus bulbs for $1.23 by express, or $1.75 by mail. 


feet in diameter. 


These will probably plant a bed four 


60 THE? LOVE LT. COMP AN VaR IIe SLE VAL Nay 


LILIES FOR SPRING PLANTING. 


For royal beauty and perfection of form, purity of color and exquisite delicacy of perfume the stately 


Lily, 


“The Lady of the Flowering Field,” is unsurpassed. 


Lilies form one of the most superbly beautiful 


of all the many rich and magnificent families of plants. They have ever been favorites and are only second in 


popularity to the Rose itself. All are of easy culture and should be freely planted in every garden. 


We 


offer the varieties best adapted for spring planting, bulbs of all of which are home-grown (not the inforior 
imported ones so often sold) and are large, strong, flowering specimens. 
Hundred rates of any variety given upon application. 


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SPECIOSUM (lancifolium). The best of all Lilies for 
bedding and outdoor planting. and the most sublimely 
beautiful of allthe hardy varieties. Large, wide, showy 
fiowers of lovely bright rose, spotted crimson, freely 
produced; petals much reflexed and waved or crimped, 
exquisitely fragrant and exceedingly hardy. Ea., 15c.; 
3 for 35c; doz. $1.25. 

SPECIOSUM ALBUM. Similar to the preceding in every 
way except in color, which is pure ivory white, spotted 
with faint rose. Chaste and beautiful. Ea., 20c; 3 for 
50c; doz., $1.50. 

ELEGANS. Comprising many new and beautiful va- 
rieties. Splendid for 
bedding and pot culture. 
The colors range from 

- darkest crimson to light 
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several shades _ beauti- 
fully blended. The 
Elegans varieties are 
among the hardiest and 
most satisfactory mem- 
Lers of the Lily family. 
Once planted they grow 
and thrive without fur- 
ther care. Their dwarf 
habit united with the 
large size and brilliant 
colors of their flowers render them great favorites with 
many. Ea., 10c; 3 for 25c; doz., 75c. 


AURATUM. The great golden-rayed Lily of Japan; 
justly termed the Queen of the Lilies. Magnificent large 
blooms, nearly a foot in diameter, produced in clusters 
of from five to twenty, according to strength of bulb. 
Quite hardy but should be given a dry and semi-shaded 
position and at the North be given a slight winter pro- 
tection. Ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


PARDALINUM (Leopard Lily). The best of all the 


California Lilies, and the 
only one of all the many 
we have tested that is 
well adapted for cultiva- 
tion east of the Mississip- 
pi. Richscarlet and yel- 
low flowers spotted with 
brown. Robust and free 
flowering. Hardy and 
succeeds in all situations, — 
giving the greatest pleas- & 
ure and satisfaction. Its 
profuse bloom and strik- 
ingly effective flowers should cause it to be largely 
planted. KEa., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 


LAE LOVETT COMPANY, TITTLE SILVER, N.. 


LONGIFLORUM (Easter “ily or St. Joseph’s Lily). 
Flowers pure white, six to eight inches long, very frag- 
rant; a magnificent hardy garden variety. Forces well, 
but does not produce as many blooms as the well known 
Bermuda Lily (L. Harrisii). Ea. 15¢; 3 for 35c; doz., 
$1.25. 

TIGRINUM SPLENDENS. An improvement upon the 

well known and in- 

dispensable Tiger 

Lily, and should be 

found in every 

garden. [tis so har- 

dy and rugged it 

thrives in any soil 
. or situation. Once 
ey established it will 
EZ iyy increase in size and 
one beauty — indefin- 
ir.2/) itely. Grows from 
< ey four to six feet 
high. Color bril- 
liant orange-scar- 
let. thickly spotted 
with crimson. 
Makes a beautiful 
H bed or clump and 
especially attractive when planted with shrubbery. 
Ea., 10c; 3 for 25c; doz., 75c. 


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TIGRINUM FLORE PLENO. A beautiful double variety 
of the above, al- Rk 
most as double as a 
Camellia, and with 
the same glowing 
colors. Fully as 
rugged and hardy 
as the single vari- 
ety. Ea., 10c; 3 
for 25c; doz., 75c. 

BATEMAN, A 
fine Japanese Lily 
growing three to 
four feet high, pro- 
ducing a fine truss 


of large, bright, i Ns as 
apricot-tinted flow a a 
ers. Very sweetly > 


scented. Ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00. 

SUPERBUM. A stately native species, growing four 
feet high and producing many brilliant reflexed blooms, 
Under good cultivation it flowers most profusely, more 
than fifty perfect blooms being occasionally produced 
on a single stem, forming a broad pyramidal raceme. 
The color is bright yellow, with purple-red spots. 
Hardy and reliable. Ea., 10c; 3 for 25c.; doz., 75c. 


Special. For $1.25 we will send one bulb each of the 
above ten Lilies. For $3.50 we will send three of each. 


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Commonly known as the Red Hot Poker or Torch 
Lily, suggested by their flaming heads of bloom. It is 
one of the grandest of ail plants for massing or 
grouping with shrubbery. Entirely hardy from Balti- 
more southward but at the North should be protected 
in winter if left in the border. 


KNIPHOFIA CORALLINA. A magnificent new hybrid 
of vigorous but dwarf growth, seldom reaching the 
‘eight of two feet. Blooms in the greatest profusion 
throughout the whole summer until ground is frozen. 
The flower heads are of graceful form and handy size, 
the florets being placed close and full upon the stem and 


are bright lemon yellow, shaded to a most pleasing coral- 
red in color. The foliage is abundant, slender and 
graceful. Of easy culture and succeeds everywhere. 
Very valuable flower for cutting, being useful for church 
and table decoration. Ea., 15; 3 for 30c; doz., $1.00. 

KNIPHOFIA GRANDIFLORA (Uvaria). A grand old 
species growing from four to five feet high with im- 
mense heads of brilliant orange-red flowers. Ea., 15c; 
3 for 30c; doz., $1.00. 

One of each variety for 25c. 


ISMENE CALANTHINA OR SE 
DAFFODIL. 


A summer- 
blooming bulb, 
belonging to the 
Amaryllis fam- 
ily; producing 
large trusses of 
snow-white, de- 
lightfully scent- 
flowers of beau- s2 
tiful and novel * 
form. The great 
size, purity and 
beauty of its 
blossoms, its 
stately habit and | 
ease of culture © 
make it a general favor- 
ite with everybody. Can be 
grown in pots or planted 
outin the border after danger 
of frost, and taken up in the 
fall and stored in a dry, 
warm place with other sum- 
mer-flowering bulbs. A very 
satisfactory flower for the 
border and excellent for cut- \) \)/, 
ting; beautiful, sweet blooms. wane Hf: 
Ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00. CORUM EO ALANS 


v- THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. 
ZEPHYRANTHES. 


Zephyr Flowers or Fairy Lilies. 


HARDY SPIDER LILIES. 
“Spider Lily” is a name popularly applied. to several 
widely different plants of the Amaryllis family, bear- 
ing flowers with long and quaintly formed petals. All 
the Spider Lilies are higly desirable and easily culti- 
vated bulbs. The species named below are the best and 


finest of their respective classes. 
JAPANESE PINK SPIDER LILY. (Nervine Japonica or 


Lycoris radiata). 


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A beautiful and little known bulb producing freely 
spikes of most delicate and curious flowers with long, 
beautifully undulate petals, of bright pinkish-salmon, 
varying to deep pink and vermilion, the undulations 
producing a brilliant sparkling or coruscating effect 
peculiar to this flower. Blooms in September. Ea., 
-20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.75. 

HARDY WHITE SPIDER LILY. (Pancratium Hymeno- 


callis Galvestonensis.) A magnificent species bearing 
large, beautiful white flowers, exquisite in form and 
produced in large umbels on long stems. They are de- 
lightfully fragrant. Each umbel forms a magnificent 
bouquet in itself, and will scent a yard or room. 
Blooms early in June. Ea., 15c: 2 for 25ce; doz., $1.25. 


ELIE 


A most beautiful and desirable class of summer bulbs, 
constantly growing in public favor. Appear best when 
planted in masses or lines in a border. A particularly 
charming method is to plant them in around the edges 
of large pots or tubs containing Fall plants, such as 
Oleanders, Abutilons Roses, etc., where they can be 
allowed to remain. They will bloom beautifully and 
increase rapidly when thus treated. 


Andersonii. A perfect little beauty, coppery yellow 
flowers, beautifully veined and freely produced; quite 
hardy. Ea., 5c; 3 for 10c; doz., 30c. 

Candida. In many respects this is the best variety of 
all. Grows only six inches high with a great profusion 
of dark green, rush-like leaves, and pure white cup- 
shaped flowers. A gem for pot culture and especially 
valuable for edging. Ea., 5c; 3 for 10c; doz., 25c. 

Lindleyana. A strong growing bulb, bearing fiat. 
twisted leaves. Flowers white, flushed rose at tip of 
petals, produced at intervals for the whole summer. 
Ea., 10c; 3 for 20c; doz., 60c. - 

Suphurea. A rare and exceedingly beautiful species: 
grows much taller than all others. The lovely large 
flowers are clear, brilliant, sulphur yellow. Very fine 
in every way. This precious buib does not increase 
rapidly and is growing rare even in its native Mexican 
haunts. Ea., 35c; 3 for $1.00; doz., $3.50. 

Rosea. . A large, strong-growing bulb, producing a 
great number of clear rose-pink lily-like flowers during 
the summer. Flowers three inches across. Ea., 5c; 3 
for 10c; doz., 25c. 


MADEIRA VINE. 


A popular, climbing, tuberous-rooted plant sometimes 
known as ‘‘Climbing Mignonette.” Itisa rapid grower 
with thick, dark green, glossy leaves and gracefui. 
feathery racemes of fragrant, white flowers in great 
abundance. Being easy to grow and such a beautiful 
vine and flower, it is deservedly a general favorite. 
The roots will not enduresevere freezing. They should 
be taken up in autumn and kept over winter in a cellar. 
requiring no more care than potatoes. For quickly 
covering a lattice or trellis with verdure or for cover- 
ing any unsightly object with foliage there is nothing 
superior to this. Ea., 5c; 3 for 10c; doz., 30e. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. J. 63 


TUBEROSES. 


This is one of the bulbs that all must have. It is now the synonym of sweetness 
and purity and is grown alike in the gardens of the palace and the cottage. The com- 
mercial production of the Tuberose has been brought to great perfection and we are 
enabled to offer the finest bulbs so low that all may enjoy their beauty. For outdoor 
culture plant in rich soil, in full sunlight, about the middle of May. For early bloom 
start in pots in February and thereafter, turning out in the garden as soon as the 
ground is warm. 
Our bulbs are grown for us in North Carolina by one of the most successful 
growers in the world and are of the very best possible quality. 


SILVER LEAF or | 
NEW VARIEGATED- 
LEAVED. The foliage 
of this rare and strik- 
ing variety is dis- 
tinctly and broadly 
bordered with & 
creamy white, giving 
itabeautifulappear- Raa 
ance in all stages of & 
growth. The flowers % 
are pureivory-white, { 
graceful tubes three # 
to four inches long, 
and deliciously frag- Ba 
rant. A distinctive 
feature possessed by & 
it is that the same 
bulb blooms repeat- | 
edly. The flowers W 
aremoredelicateand ® 

graceful in structure 
by far than the well-known double varieties, and their fragrance, though delighfully sweet and pleasant, is by no 
means so heavy and overpowering. Owing to its beautiful foliage, which is brilliant and clear in its markings at 
all times, never burning or scalding as almost all variegated-leaved plants do, it is extremely attractive always, 
whether grouped in beds, planted in the border, in a pot in the house or conservatory. Its requirements are so 
few that it succeeds everywhere, and it is so exceedingly beautiful and good that none should fail to grow it. 
Strong bulbs, ea., 5c; doz., 50c; 100, $2.50; (by express, $2.00 per 100). 
Excelsior Dwarf Pearl. The best double Tuberose ever cultivated. The habit is dwarf and compact and the 
plart grows rapidly and blooms very early. The flowers of this well-known and popular variety are waxy-white, 
very double, and so fragrant as to perfume the air for a great distance. A wonderful improvement upon the 


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old double variety, the flowers beirg much larger, more double and purer in color and the stems are stout and 
sturdy. Large, strong bulbs, ea., 5c; doz., 40c; 100, $2.50; (by express, $1.50 per 100.) 


SUMMER BLOOMING OXALIS. 


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Eixceedingly neat and desirable for edging and small 
beds. Planted three inches or so apart they produce a 
perfect and unbroken row of foliage elegant in form 
and markings, and bright and pretty flowers. The 
blooms are quickly and constantly produced, forming 
a mass of gay and attractive color throughout the whole 
season. Nothing can be more neat, fresh and cheer- we eH i, : 
ful than a group or border of these pretty plants. Gites ((- Cerin S 

Lasiandra. The tallest grower; should be planted in me ‘ 
the centre. Flowers large, bright rosy-pink. Leaves 


Crocrosmeifora. Brilliant orange-scarlet, constantly 


bright green and much divided. 

Dieppi. Pure white blooms. Dense, handsome, dark- 
green foliage, marked with black. 

Kither variety, doz., 10c; 25 for 15c; 100, 40c; 500, 
$1.25; 1000, $2.00. 


producing immense masses of bloom. One of the very 
best. Ea., 5c;3 for 10c; doz., 30c. 

Pyramidalis. A robust grower. Compact, pyramidal 
habit; extremely floriferous; rich yellow,shaded scarlet 
at base of petals. Ea. 10c; 3 for 25c; doz., 75. 


EG 4 i There is no other class of 

- SC eNETE OS plants that isso rapidly grow_ 
ing in public favor as Aquatics: and there are many good rea- 
sons for their popularity. The ease with which they can be successfully grown has been ably peers 
of late by our excellent horticultural journals, and such long and severe droughts have prevailed during = past 
few summers that the beauty of our old favorites of the garden and lawn has been sadly impaired. Aquatics not 
only bid defiance to drought, but the hotter and brighter the weather the more profusely do they bloom. The 
chief reason for their extended culture is due doubtless to the great beauty and merit of the flowers themselves. 
Everybody who sees them naturally wants them: for what can be more grand or stately than the Lotus, more 
beautiful in structure, purer in color or refreshing in fragrance than the Nymphzas, veritable water nymphs, or 
more delicate and charming than the Water Hyacinth. 

The home culture of Aquatics is exceedingly simple. Grand results may of course be-secured by those 
who have means to construct large tanks, but these accommodating plants can also be grown to much perfection 
in tubs made of oil or molasses barrels cut in two. These tubs can be grouped in arockery or arranged ina row, 
sunk even with the garden or lawn. The tubs may 
be prepared about the middle of May by filling them 
half full with a mixture of loam and manure: 
plant the roots in them and then cover with an inch 
or so of sand to give a neat finish, as the water soon 
becomes perfectly pure and clear. made so by the 
growing plants. If placed in groups the Nelumbi- 
ums, being the tallest, should occupy the centre, 
andthe Nymphzas, etc., arranged about the outside: 
or they can be planted on the margin of a lake or 
pond, in water from one to three feet deep, where 
they will grow and bloom admirably without the 
slighest trouble or care. 


NELUMBIUM SPECIOSUM 
(Egyptian Lotus). 

The true sacred Lotus. A magnificent and per- 
fectly hardy water plant, producing leaves twenty 
to thirty inches in diameter on stems five to six feet 
high. The magnificent double blooms are frequently 
over a foot across; of a lovely milk-white: shading 
into clear bright pink at the edges. Easy to grow 
and a most profuse bloomer. The tubers should be 
planted below the ice or frost line if they are to be 
left out over winter. Plants willbe shipped last of 
April, or in May, as desired. Strong roots, ea., 50c: 
3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. , 


EGYPTIAN LOTUS. 


Lily; flowers six or more inches in diameter, pure 
Wwaxy-white, with broad petals. It begins to bloom 
earlier and continues.later than our native species. 
All things considered—the exquisite beauty and size of 
its flowers, the profusion with which they are produced, 
its delightful fragrance, its ease of culture and long 
pericd of blooming with the richness and beauty of its 
foliage—this is the finest pure white hardy water lily 
and one of the best in cultivation. Ea., 50c: 3 for 
$1.25; doz., $4.00. 
Nymphea odorata minor. A dwarf variety of N. 
odorata, with the most exquisitely formed and frag- 
= : rant little blooms. This little gem blooms with the 
Nymphea alba candidissima. An exceedingly large greatest profusion and is especially adapted to culture 
and iree-flowering variety of the European Water in tubs end tanks. Ea., 20c., 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. 


Nymphea odorata (Pond Lily.) Our native fragrant 


white water lily. Nothing can be more pure, sweet 
or perfect than the blooms of this well known old 
favorite. Ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


Nymphza odorata gigantea. A mammoth Pond Lily, 
being fully twice the size of the common variety, but 
similar to it in every other way. In delightful frag- 
rance it is identical, as it is also in purity of its white 
petals and rich golden stamens. Ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; 
doz., $2.00. 


Nympheza odorata rosea. This is the celebrated pink 


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Water Lily of Cape Cod, and a most valuable and 
beautiful variety. The flowers are large, cup-shaped, 
of a beautiful deep pink color and delicious fragrance, 
blooming constantly and abundantly the whole summer 
long. In addition it possesses all the other good quali- 
ties of N. odorata and is perfectly hardy. Ea., 50c; 3 
for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 


Nymphea odorata sulphurea. A great acquisition and 
one of the most beautiful of all the hardy Water Lilies. 
It is an exceedingly free bloomer, possessing all the 
delightful fragrance of N. odorata, with large flowers, 
of a pure canary yellow and deeper yellow stamens. 
The leaves are of a rich, deep green, beautifully mot- 
tled with reddish-brown spots. The flowers stand up 
several inches out of the water, and the whole presents 
a most charming effect. Ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 


Nymphea marliacea chromatella. One of the best of 
the hardy Lilies, blooming profusely from early spring 
until destroyed by frost. The flowers are large, of a 
beautiful clear chrome yellow, with bright orange 
stamens and exquisite fragrance. The foliage is hand- 
somely mottled with reddish-purple or brown spots. It 
is a superb variety and should be in every collection, 
however small. Ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 


Special Offer, For $2.50 we will send one each of the 
seven Hardy Water Lilies and one Egyptian Lotus. 
For $6.00 we will send three of each of the eight sorts 
and for only $20.00 we will send a dozen of each—nine- 
ty-six plants in all. 


- rich, golden yellow stamens. 


65 
TROPICAL WATER LILIES. 


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Nymphea Zanzibarensis. This beautiful species is the 
best adapted of all for tub culture. It is lovely, delici- 
ously fragrant and remarkably profuse in bloom; be- 
ginning early and continuing until frost or until late 
in the winter, if removed to the house. The flowers 
are of large size and intense dark blue with beautiful 
Grows easily from seed 


Ka., 50c; 


forming blooming plants in a few weeks. 
3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 

Nympheza Zanzibarensis rosea. Similar to the preced- 
ing in all respects except color, which is a beautiful 
deep rosy-purple. EHa., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 

Nymphea cerulea (Stellata). One of the most beauti- 
ful of flowers. Clear, light blue, six to eight inches 
across, deliciously fragrant. Blooms very profusely. 
Ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 

Scutifolio. Distinct, large, bright blue flowers, white 
at base of petals; leaves somewhat purple and spotted. 
A free bloomer; Ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25: doz., $4.00. 

Nymphea dentata. Grandest of all the white Water 
Lilies, with the single 
exception of the famous 
Victoria Regia (which 
can be flowered only in 
a house constructed es- 
pecially for it). Flow- 
ers pearly-white and of 
gigantic size, specimens 
measuring twelve to === 
fourteen inches across 22 
being nothing unusual. = 
The stamens are deep == 
yellow. In fragrance 
it is peculiarly agree- 
able. Leaves large, 
deep-green, with toothed or serrated edges. 


Unlike all 
the other varieties of Water Lilies described, which 
open their flowers during the day time; this variety 


blooms at night. Ea., 50c; 3 for $1.25; doz., $4.00. 
Special Offer. For $2.00 we will send one each of the 

Jive varieties of Tropical Water Lilies; for $5.00, three 

of each; for $16.00 a dozen of each. 

[as~ All the Tropical varieties are easily grown from 

seed. For prices of seed of them, see page 110. 


66 THE LOVETT COMPAWN V, LE |S VEE Re Mee 
WATER HYACINTH. 


An interesting and Benatital Aquatic plant of the 
most distinct character. Curious, inflated, bladderlike 
foliage floating in the water, and connected with the 
soil by a mass of feathery blue roots. The beautiful 
flowers are borne in spikes resembling the Hyacinth, 
but the individual flowers are much larger, each one be- 
ing the size of a silver dollar. The color is a clear, soft 
lilac-rose, sparkling like crystals. The large, upper 
petal of each flower has a bright blue blotch, in the 
centre of which is a golden-yellow spot. So delicate in 
structure and charming in color are the flowers of the 
Water Hyacinth, as often to be mistaken for Orchids 
when gathered. The plant is of the easiest culture, 
needing only a small vessel of water with a few inches 
of rich soil and a sunny position. Planted in a brook 
or pond it will adhere to the soil in shoal water or fioat 


upon its surface and bloom with great freedom during 
the whole of summer. When planted either in the 
Aquatic Garden or used for window decoration it 
should be exposed to full sunlight as sun and heat is 
what it enjoys most. Ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.25. 
PARROT’S FEATHER. 
Myriophyllum Proserpinacoides. 

A lovely aquatic 
plant having long 
trailing stems clothed 
with whorls of fine cut 
foliage more exquisite 
and delicate than the 
Cypress Vine. It is of 
the easiest culture, only 
needing to be planted 
in a vessel of earthand 
water; the creeping 
stems floating about 
with erect, tassel-like 
ends, or trailing over 
the edge of the vessel. 
It makes a beautiful 
hanging plant, present- 
ing a novel and beautiful effect when grown as such. 
Ea., 10c; 3 for 25c; doz., (5c. 

PAPYRUS ANTIQUARUM. 
True Egyptian + aper Plant. 

A handsome and gigantic reed-like plant with a tall ~ 
stem, from the pith of which the ancient Egyptians 
made their papyrus rolls, the first known paper. These 
stems are of imposing habit. ‘They attain a height of 
five to six feet and are naked with the exception of a 
tuft of long thread-like leaves at the top. It grows 
splendidly in shallow water with rich soil and makes a 
noble companion for flowering aquatic plants. It will 
also grow and thrive in the garden with no more water 
than Cannas require. Ea., 25c; 5 for $1.00 


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Magnificent ornaments for the lawn or border; too 
little used. The flower heads are curled like an ostrich 
plume and make a pretty ornament in a vase when 
dried, lasting for years. The Eulalias make beautiful 
summer hedges, giving a novel tropical effect to any 
grounds in which they are introduced. Beautiful dec- 
orations for the holidays, weddings, etc., can be made 
from the dried plumes, which rival in beauty the cele- 
brated Pampas Grass. 


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Japonica variegata. Tall, graceful growth, leaves 
striped white and green longitudinally. 

Zebrina. Zebra Grass. Unlike all other variegated 
grasses, this has its broad markings across the leaf, in- 
Weil known and very handsome. 
’ Gracillima univitata. Foliage very narrow and of a 
< beautiful deep green color with midrib silvery-white. 
Seles a particularly airy and graceful habit. 

Ha., 15c; doz., $1.25. One of each for 35e. 


SEASIDE OAT. 


Uniola latifolia. A 
'b eautiful ornamental 


‘of two to three feet, pro- 
jabundance of graceful, 
flat seed pods, 


ter and which producea 
most delightful effect as 
they sway to and fro 
with the breezes. The ‘ ; = 
grace and beauty of this plant baffles decent it 
must be seen to be appreciated. Also valuable for 
cutting and drying for winter bouquets, etc., in which 
state they are very handsome. Perfectly hardy, re- 
maining in perfection indefinitely. Ea., 15¢;3 pie 35¢; 
doz., $1.25. 


No other group of 
plants—not even the 
\ Rose or Lily—possess- 
es so much sentiment, 
- SO much to interest or 
so much genuine 
floral beauty as these. 
This truth is conclu- 
sively proved in a 
twofold manner. Wo- 
men, all will admit, 
are true lovers of 
flowers. Almostevery 
reader can call to 
: A We ae! ai rit mind one or more of those dear old ladies that have 
YX oa 145 ES ‘“v trodden the pathway of life so long that their forms 
es a res have become bent, their step infirm, their hearing thick and eyesight dim 
—in brief, have passed so deeply into the valley of death that their interest in affairs of this life have become 
very weak and faded, yet they cling with unabated love to ‘‘the old-fashioned flowers,” the hardy herbaceous 
-plants of their gardens. The greatest botanists and most accomplished flower lovers of our land—such men as 
Dr. Thurber, Prof. Gray. Dr. Torrey and Dr. Wood—in fact the foremost horticulturists and botanists of all 
lands and of all times, from Linnzeus down, have always held them in highest esteem of all plants. And the rea- 
son is simple; all, with very few exceptions, though so exquisitely beautiful, are modest in coloring, many are 
sweet scented and it would be difficult to name one that is not graceful to the extent of being esthetic in form 
of flower and habit of growth. Again, these flowers, unlike the gaudy so styled ‘‘ bedding plants,” which we have 
with us for a short time only and for a single season, remain indefinitely, returning each season to surprise and 
please those who are not familiar with their habits, and to cheer and delight their loving friends who watch for 
them; increasing in beauty as the years pass by. Space permits us to offer but a selection in this catalogue; for 
a complete list of those we grow, see our MANUAL OF ORNAMENTAL TREES AND PLANTS, mention of which will 
be found elsewhere; but'all we offer are absolutely hardy, unless otherwise noted. All will be sent by mail, if 
desired, at the rates of each and dozen, but larger and stronger plants will be selected, if sent by express or 
freight. Rates by the hundred and thousand of any variety will be given upon application. 


Collections cf Hardy Herbaceous Plants. 


To encourage the planting of these beautiful plants we offer the following inducements : 

Col. A. 10 plants for $1.00. Col. B. 25 plants for $2.00—all choice varieties—our selection; all different. 

Col. C. For $1.00. Hight plants of any offered at 15c. each, or Six plants of any offered at 20c. 

Col. D. For $2.00. Twenty plants of any offered at 15c. each, or Fifteen plants of any offered at 20c. each. 

Col. E. For $2.00. Especially adapted to CEMETERY PLANTING—consisting of twenty-two plants ; namely : one 
each, Anemone Japonica alba, Lychnis flos cuculi plenissima semperflorens, Statice latifolia, Achillea 
The Pearl, Astilbe Japonica, Alpine Rock Cress, Gypsophylla paniculata, Evergreen Candytuft, Giant 
Daisy, Munstead’s White Columbine, Forget-me-not, Bush Clematis, Tunica saxifragica, Moss Pink, 
Widow’s Tears, Flowering Spurge, Spire palmata elegans, and Five Lily of the Valley. 

Any of the above collections will be sent by mail if desired; but if sent by express larger plants will be selected, 


VARIETIES OF SPECIAL MERIT. 
LAUREL-LEAVED PHLOX. 


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Phiox Carolina ovata. A most interesting and beauti- 
ful plant, forming a dense shrub with broad oval, light 


Only six inches high. A beautiful, early-blooming» green foliage, which is completely covered in early 
very dwarf plant. Forms a mat of evergreen foliage, Summer with its large showy heads of clear, bright pink 
literally covered with bright pink flowers from April flowers. It is beautiful at all times, its handsome, clean 
until June. The fiowers are produced in close heads glossy foliage rendering it attractive when not in fiower 
raised above the foliage on a clean stem. A most valu- and when in bloom it is so floriferous, the flower 


able and desirable little plant. Ea. 15c; 4 for 50c; doz., heads so large and the color so clear and pleasing that 
$1.25. it issimply perfect. Ea., 20c., 3 for 50; doz., $1.75, 


65 


AMSONIA TABERNOEMONTANA. 


This is one of the few lovely native flowers long 


known to botanists but which has never been properly 
brought to the notice of the public. It is as hardy as 
an oak and once established will last a lifetime; grow- 
ing more beautiful yearly. It forms a most symmetri- 
cal and elegant tuft composed of a number of stems 
about two feet high, clothed from base to summit with 
neat willow-like foliage, which remains fresh and bright 
throughout the entire summer, presenting at all times 
a remarkably clean and cheerful appearance. During 
June each stem is crowned with several clusters of deli- 
cate lavender lacelike flowers, lighting up the mass of 
lively green leafage in a most charming manner. Val- 
uable for permanent beds and borders. Owing to its 
elegant and graceful habit and ironclad hardiness, 
especially adapted for edging shrubberies and walks. 


We believe we are doing our flowerloving friends a 


veritable kindness in calling their attention to this 
splendid herbaceous plant. Strong, handsome, field- 
grown plants, ea., 25c; 3 for 60; doz., $2.00. 


PINK BEAUTY (Kosteletzkya Virginica). 

4 Of sturdy habit, 
attaining a height of 
three to four feet, 
spreading eighteen to 
twenty-four inches 
and exceedingly flor- 
iferous the entire 
summer and autumn 
months. The indi- 
vidual blossoms are 
from two to two and 
one-half inches in 
diameter, perfectly 
flat and almost as 
regular and round as 
silver dollars; of the 
most tender, bright 
rosy-pink imagin- 
able, with delicate 
veinings upon the 
petals; the reverse of 
the petals being sil- 
very-rose or La 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. 


France rose color and cheerful lemon-yellow pistils and 
stamens, producing a harmony of color truly poetical. 
It is of the easiest culture, succeeding equally well in 
moist or dry situations and always growing vigorously. 
The seed germinates quickly; the plants beginning to 
bloom when a foot high, continuing without interrupt- 
ion until after heavy frost. In fact, wherever plants 
of Kosteletzkya stahd a beauty spot is produced. Itis 
not amere variety but a genus and Virginica is the 
only species of the genus in cultivation. Introduced by 
us and first offered in spring of 1895. Pink Beauty is 


entirely distinct from anything in cultivation. 1 yr., 

ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 2 yrs., very strong, ea., 

25e: 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00. Seed, pkt, 5c. 
HEUCHERA SANGUINEA. 


Coral Bells. 
(Shown in colors on first page of cover.) 


Truly a floral gem and one of the most valuable ad- 
ditions to the list of hardy fiowering piants.that has ap- 
peared in along time. The foliage, whichis evergreen, 
is beautifully cut and marbled, and is very abundant. 
The flowers are borne in large, open, clean-stemmed 
panicles and are of the most clear, bright, cheerful and 
charming scarlet imaginable. Although the flowers 
are small, yet they are so numerous in each panicle and 
the panicles thrown up in such profusion as to produce a 
most brilliant effect. Blooming as it doesfor a peried of 
several weeks, and as each plant sends up a dozen or 
more stems of its lovely flowers at a time, some idea of 
its beauty and value can be formed. It is a charm- 
ing plant for the border and will give pleasure in any 
situation as it succeeds everywhere and blooms un- 
ceasingly. 

In the American Florist report of last Spring’s 
Montreal Exhibition we find the following: 

‘‘A plant of Heuchera sanguinea in a 7-inch pot, with 
a hundred spikes of bloom, which was brought in by 
Mr. George Robinson, attracted considerable attention. 
Mr. R. says he dug it up in October from the border, 
where it had been blooming all summer, and it 
commenced to bloom in January, and has been a mass 
of bloom ever since.” ; 


Strong, well rooted plants, ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., 
$1.75. Seed, pkt., 15c. 


THELEOVE FT) COMPAN Ve EREELE, IEVER SNS. 


LYCHNIS FLOS CUCULI PLENIS- 
SIMA SEMPERFLORENS. 


(Shown in colors upon front cover). 


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A fearful name indeed, yet a correct one, for it is 
truly an everblooming, double form of the old hardy 
Lychnis or true Ragged Robin. The flowers, which 


are produced in bewildering profusion, are very dou- - 


ble, borne upon long bushy spikes and are of an exquis- 
ite bright tender rosein color. Splendid for cutting 
and one of the easiest of all plants to force under glass 
or in the house, blooming constantly from October un- 
til April. Itis one of the greatest additions to the list 
of hardy perennials that has appeared for a long time, 
beginning to bloom in early spring and continuing the 
entire summer. And itis so charming in both color 
and make up that everyone should have it and it should 
be in every collection. Ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


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Monarda didyma. A most showy and effective varie- 
ty, producing a mass of large heads of brilliant scarlet 


flowers nearly all summer. Its foliage is attractive 
also and is highly and sweetly scented. Of the easiest 
culture, growing two fo three feet high. Excellent for 
cutting. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 


69 
HIBISCUS “CRIMSON EYE. ~ 


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It is an elegant plant of stately habit and striking in 
appearance; robust, with large light green leaves, hav- 
ing red stems; and is an incessant and profuse bloomer 
for two months. The flowers are of immense size, of- 
ten exceeding six inches in diameter and are produced 
in such abundance that a well developed plant will give 
several hundreds of them in a season. The color is 
a pure, clear ivory white, with a large eye of rich vel- 
vety crimson in the center of each flower, forming an 
effective contrast. Its growth isso strong and rapid, 
and foliage so large and full, that it is tropical in effect 
and should be used accordingly. 1 yr., ea., 15c; 3 for 
35¢c; doz., $1.25. 2yrs., ea., 20c; 3for 50c; doz., $1.75. 


Extra strong, ea., 30c; 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50. Seed, 
pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., lac. 


BUSH CLEMATIS. 


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Clematis Davidiana. A most beautiful and valuable plant 
attaining a height of about three feet and covered with 
flowers from July to September. The flowers which 
closely resemble the Hyacinth in form are a clear, deep 
blue in color, delightfully fragrant and are borne in large 
clusters in the axils of every leaf. The foliage, which 
is abundant, is large, clean and of a rich dark green, 
rendering it an attractive plant at all seasons. 

Fa., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. Seed, pkt., 10c. 


70 THE LOVETT COMPANY, TITTLE SILVER, NV. F. 


QW CY 4) Anemone Japonica alba (Honorine Jobert). 
The beauty and purity of the flowers of this 
Anemone are impossible to properly describe 
or illustrate. Unquestionably one of the 
2) finest autumn flowers; of thrifty habit and 
neat, compact form. it blooms constantly 
and profusely from September until frost. 
The flowers are large, pure white with yellow 
stamens, and are borne on long stems, ap- 
pearing as if floating in the air; exceedingly 
chaste and excellent for cutting and decora- 
tion. Blooming as it does when there are 
comparatively few flowers, it is especially 
welcome. Ea., 15; 3 for 35; doz., $1.25. 
Anemene Japonica hybrida. A grand new 
variety, quite identical with the preceding 
except in color, which is pale lilac rose with 
yellow centre. A charming and delicate color. Even 
more beautiful than the preceding, if possible. The two 
planted as companions produce an effect when in bloom so 
exquisitely beautiful that the impression on seeing them i, 
so pleasing and deep that it can never fade from one’s memory. (Shown in 
colors on front cover). Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 

Anemone Whirlwind. A new semi-double form of Anemone Japonica 
alba which is supposed to be a cross between this beautiful variety and A. 
Japonica rosea. In general style and habit it is identical with the white Ane-— 
mone, is even more free-flowering. The flowers which are two and one-half to 
three inches across, have several rows of pure white sepals, and the advantage 
(Shown on front cover). Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 


PLATYCODON MARIESI. 


of lasting much longer than the single varieties. 


HYPERICUM MOSE 


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This is one of the 


most splendid addi- 
tions to our list of har- 
dy perennials made in 
recent years. 
plant is of a shrubby 
character growing two 
or three feet high with 
age; covered with smooth, handsome foliage. During 


summer and fall it is literally buried under masses of The Platycodon grandiflorum, with its large, beau- 


glittering golden yellow flowers more than two inches 
in diameter and of a peculiar shining satiny texture, 
with an odd and beautiful mossy centre. These 
large and handsome flowers produced in such pro- 
fusion over the entire plant render it a striking 
object of attraction and admiration and it is of so 
easy culture that it succeeds everywhere. Itisa plant 
for everybody. The humblest door yard and the pleas- 
ure ground of the palace are alike incomplete without 


it. The shrub-like form of the plant makes it 
highly desirable for border planting and it is de 
servedly a popular favorite. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; 


doz., $1 25. 


tiful, deep blue bell-like flowers has always been an in- 
teresting and much admired hardy perennial; bloom- 
ing as it does with such great profusion for so long a 
season. The objection to it has been its tall and sprawl- 
ing habit. In this variety we have all the beauty of 
flower and profusion of bloom of the species united 
with a plant of elegant, very dwarf habit, attaining a 
height of but six to twelve inches. The star-shaped 
flowers are two inches in diameter and of the most in- 
tense pure dark blue. A grand flower in every way 
and deserving of great attention. It should find a 
place in every garden. Ea., 15c; 3 for 55¢e; doz., $1.25. 
Seed, pkt., 5c. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. 


GENERAL LIST. 


Everything sent by mail if desired, at prices affixed. 


ASTILBE. Spiraea. 


Astilbe Japonica. A beautiful plant with finely-cut, 
fern-like leaves, dark green in color, making a hand- 
some tuft. The abundant flowers are in the form of 
numerous graceful, feathery panicles of asilvery-white 
color. Useful for cut flowers and for border planting. 
It is largely forced under glass, and makes a fine house 
plant. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 

Astilbe Japonica grandiflora. 
ceding, with larger, denser and more showy white 
flowers, produced with the greatest freedom. A most 
charming plant for pot culture and forcing for Easter 
and holiday decorations. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., 


$1.25. 
BOCCONIA CORDATA. 


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Among ornamental border plants this is prominent 
by reason of its stately habit and large, handsome foli- 
age of sub-tropical appearance. It reaches six to eight 
feet high and bears large plumes of white flowers in 
July and August in great abundance. This also is 
admirable for background planting in the border and 
is at all times intensely ornamental and striking. Ea., 
20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


A variety or the pre- . 


71 


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BLACKBERRY LILY. 


resting plant 
belonging to the Iris family. Broad, pale-green, sword- 
shaped leaves, arranged in a fan-like manner; hand- 
some, star-shaped flowers, rich orange, thickly spotted 
with brown and purple. The succeeding seed-pods soon 
split open, exposing clusters of fruit exactly resembling 
blackberries, which remain on the plant until winter. 
Ka., 10c; 3 for 25c; doz., 75e. 


Golden-spurred 
Columbine. (A. 
chrysantha). YE: 
The peculiar gees 
and graceful WY 
flowers of the 
Columbine are 
well displayed 
in this variety, 
which is one of 
the most beauti- 
ful of perenni- 
als; remarkable 
especiallyfor its 
continuoussum- = 
mer blooming. “3 
The flowers are 
set upon tall 
stems, with long = 
slender spurs of 
a rich golden- 
yellow, frag- AQUILEGIA SKINNERII. 
rant and beautiful. The plant itself is attractive, with 
deeply-cut, dark green foliage, and is a free grower; 
from 2 to 3 ft. in height. Ha., 15c; 3-for 35c; doz., $1.25. 

Munstead’s Giant White Columbine. (A. vulgaris alba). 
One of the most vigorous and persistent of hardy 
blooming plants, producing a continuous and profuse 
supply of large pure white flowers of great substance 
from May to July; which are exceedingly desirable for 
cutting. Like the other Columbines it is admirably ad- 
apted for rockwork and the border, and is always 
picturesque. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35¢; doz., $1.25. 

Skinner’s Columbine. (A. Skinnerii). From Mexico, 
and a showy species in both plant and bloom. The 
flowers are large and borne on tall, slender stems; al- 
most gorgeous in coloring, the sepals being of light 
crimson the petals greenish yellow and the spurs of dark 
orange-red. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.50, 


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72 
BOLTONIA LATISQUAMAEA. 


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A little known, but exceedingly valuable plant, with 
delicate foliage and Aster-like flowers. The blossom 
have lavender petals and golden-yellow centers, and are 
produced in bewildering profusion during August and 
September. Excellent for cutting and for the border. 
Thrives in any soil and grows four to five feet high. 
Ea., 15c; 3 for 35¢e; doz., $1.25. ; 


MAMMOTH DAISY. 


Crysanthemum lacustre. A grand new plant growing 
one and a half to two feet high. Large flowers, often 
four inches in diameter, pure white, with yellow centre 
Very desirable for cutting and makes one of the best 
hardy perennials known. Blooms in such profusion 


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during the whole of summer and autumn as to make 
the plant appear entirely white. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; 
doz., $1.25. : 


CANDYTUFT (lIberis). 


Evergreen Candytuit. (7. sempervirens.) Beautifu 
low-growing plant of a shrubby character and ever 
green foliage. Pure white blooms in close heads com- 
pletely coveriug the plant in spring. Especially well 
suited to foregrounds, rockwork, etc. Very profuse 
bloomers and their handsome flowers are showy and 
useful for cutting Ea., 20c; 8 for 50c; doz., $1.75. 

Tenoreana. Very distinct; dwarf, close habit and 
abundant white flowers changing to purple. Blooms 
very early. Ea., 20c; 3 for 50e: doz.. $1.75. 

Cibraltarica. A most interesting species, producing 
a sheet of pure white flowers in early spring that turn 
to a clear, pure lilac. Forces easily and beautifully. 
Ea, 30c; 3 for 50c:doz $1.75. 

Onz of each of the three varieties for 50c. 


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COREOPSIS LANCEOLATA. 


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Perhaps the finest yellow peren- 
nial grown. It forms a compact 
clump, of close upright habit with 
abundant clear green, smooth foli- 
iage. The beautiful flowers ‘are 
two inches in diameter and are 
carried on smooth stems nearly a 
foot long. The form is perfect and 
color a dazzling golden yellow, 
eclipsing in richness and intensity 
all other flowers of its class. The : 
plants we offer we guarantee to be the true variety, not 
the one so often sent out for it which is by no means so 
beautiful or hardy. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 


DAY LILY. Funkia. 
Blue Day Lily (fF. - fe - 

ovata.) Exceedingly PA om 

desirable for its neat MT 
and symmetrical 
habit and easy cul- 
ture. Adapted to 
the border, the lawn 
and rockery. Suc- 
ceeds either in sun- 
shine or shade. The 
foliage is very orna- SS 
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Grows about eighteen inches high, has dark green, 
glossy foliage and large biue, lily-like fiowers in June 
and July. The broad and handsome foliage is attrac- 
Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 


tive at all times. 


Variegated-leaved Day Lily (F. lancifolia undulata 
variegata). Beautiful wavy foliage, conspicuously and 
handsomely variegated and margined with pure white. 
A splendid foliage plant and greatly admired by all 
who see it. Ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. - 


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Few hardy plants combine as many good qualities or lend themselves to so many various uses as the Holly- 


hocks. 


pay in abundance and beauty of bloom any extra care. 
Lovett’s Superb Strain. 


For planting in rows, or grouping on the lawn, or among shrubbery, they are invaluable. 
form perfect rosettes of the most lovely and varied colors. 
proved that they have become marvels of beauty and elegance. 


The flowers 
Hollyhocks have of late been so wonderfully im- 
They should have a deep, rich soil, and will well re- 


A slight protection in winter is beneficial. 
CRIMSON, PINK, WHITE, WHITE WITH VIOLET CENTRE, YELLOW, SALMON, AND BLUSH. The 


above strain is undoubtedly the best in the world,and is particularly noted for the brilliancy and clearness of color 


and perfection of form. .Ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 
New Mammoth Single Yellow Hollyhock. 
thoroughly hardy and excessively free blooming. 


(Althea Hohewackerii). 


A grand new species from Central Asia, 


The foliage is large and handsome, the leaves being much 


rounded. The immense blooms are pure golden yellow. Ea., 30c; 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50. 


GAILLARDIA GRANDIFLORA. 


Blanket Flower. 


One of the 
most bril- 
liant, showy 
and finest of 
all hardy 
plants, being 


striking 
effectiveness 
sof its large 
flowers, which 
are of the 
deepest rich 
red with mar- 
oon centre 
and tips of 
petals orange. 
The petals are 
marked with circles of brilliant crimson, orange and 
scarlet, in various shades and combinations. It is one 
of those accommodating plants that succeed on all soils 
and under all conditions, blooming with the greatest 
profusion in poor, light soil from June until freezing 
weather, and enduring with patience any amount of ill 
treatment and neglect. One of the best for cutting. 
Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. Seed, pkt., 5c. 


LAVENDER. 


Layendula vera. An old-fashioned plant grown in gar- 
dens for its agreeable fragrant flowers when cut and 
dried; and, commercially, for producing the essential 
oil of Lavender which is distilled from them. The 
plant is quite ornamental, with narrow, silvery-gray 
foliage and spikes of blue flowers. It is of the easiest 
culture and once planted remains indefinitely. Ea., 
15¢; 3 for 35¢; doz., $1.25. 


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GOLDEN MARGUERITE. 


Anthemis tinctoria. Suc- 


A favorite of the garden. 
ceeds under all conditions and forms a fine, bushy plant 
two to three feet high, with dark, bluish-green, finely 


cut foliage. The flowers are entirely clear, golden yel- 
low and are produced in great profusion from June to 
frost. One of the best plants either for cutting or the 


border. It is an effective and showy fiower, always 
conspicuous and attractive. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35¢; doz., 
$1.25. 


HEMOROCALLIS DUMORTIERII. 


Hemorocallis Dumorticrrii. A beautiful plant with 
handsome sword-shaped leaves and large, lily-like fiow- 
ers produced with great freedom for a long season. 
Color bright orange yellow. Of easy culture and 
thrives wel. in a moist soil and in partial shade. Very 
effective in the border or shrubbery. Ea., lic; 3 for 
35c; doz., $1.25. 


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JAPANIRIS (1. Kaempferi.) 

The most magnificent of ail. The fiowers are of 
fantastic and curious shapes and of immense size, often 
exceeding eight inches in diameter and present a re- 
markable variety of color, ranging from ivory-white 
though violet, purple, blue, crimson, yellow, etc. 
Many are variegated or spotted and splashed with two, 
three and four distinct colors. Some are single, others 
semi-double and still others quite double. Bloom in 
great profusion in June and July. Exceedingly hardy 
and especially adapted to planting in moist situations. 

Blue Danube. Deep velvety-blue, rich yellow centre. 

Blue Jay. Pale blue delicately lined with white. 

Chameleon. Greyish-white mottled with purplish red. 

Eclipse. Beautiful, deep purplish crimson. 

Excelsior. Violet veined white. 

Gold Band. Large, pure white: goldbanded centre. 

Mahogany. Dark red shaded with maroon. 

Pyramid. Violet-blue, veined with white. 

Robert Craig. \White shaded with violet. 

William Tell. Grey and blue; centre blueand yellow. 

In additson to above, we have over twenty-five dis- 
tinct and remarkable varieties selected by the Professor 
of Horticulture of the Imperial College, from hundreds 
of sorts, including every variety grown in Japan. 

Ka., 15e; 3 for 35ce; doz., $1.00. 


GERMAN IRIS (1. Germanica). 


In richness and purity of color of blooms there are 
indeed few orchids that will equal these. Luxuriant, 
broad, bluish-green foliage and large, richly colored 
flowers of strange and graceful forms. All thrive in 
any common garden soil, are absolutely hardy, and 
succeed everywhere. Bloom profusely in May and June. 

Aurora. Rich golden-yellow; gorgeous in effect. 

Blue Bird. Beautiful deep violet-blue. 

Celeste. Delicate pale lavender. 

Donna Maria. White, shaded with lavender. 

Fiorentina. Pale blue, shaded and fringed with 
orange-yellow; fragrant; very fine. Especially pleasing 
and appropriate for the pulpit or chancel, and extens- 
ively fiowered by city florists for this purpose. 

La Tendre. Pale violet or lavender. 

Mad. Chereau. White, veined with violet. 

Pallida Speciosa. Pale indigo-blue. 

ebecca. Buti and maroon shaded with yellow. 

Sappho. Blue and indigo. 

Sampson. Rich yellow and maroon, veined white. 

FKa., 10c; 3 for 25c; doz,, T5c. 


FUE EOVETT COMPANMREITILTE SILVER, OV 


Grows but six inches high. 
tts large violet and purple fiowers are borne on short 
stems in early spring in great profusion. A beautiful 
little species,splendid as a border plant and particularly 
useful in rockwork Ea., 10c; 3 for 25¢; doz., 75c. 


LAMP FLOWER or Ragged Robin, 


Dwari Iris (J. nudicaule). 


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ety, with thickly-tufted evergreen foliage, which turns 
later to brilliant autumn colors. The flowers, which 
are produced in bewildering profusion in summer, are 
on tall spikes; double and of a pure, bright, rosy-crim- 
son color and pleasantly fragrant. It remainsa long 
time in bloom and its flowers are of great substance. 
It is one of the most brilliant and valuable hardy 
plants in cultivation, producing a striking effect when 
planted in beds. A fine plant for the border and too 
seldom seen, whereas it should be in all gardens. Itis 
sometimes termed Double German Catchtly. Ea., 15¢; — 
3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 


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~ HARDY SHRUBS OF SPECIAL MERIT. 


For want of space we describe but a few of the choicest and most valuable Ornamental Shrubs, and give but 


brief notes on these, although our assortment is very large and complete. 


ORNAMENTAL TREES and PLANTS. 


For other varieties see our MANUAL of 


The plants of all we offer have been grown in the nursery one or more years and are well rooted and well 
matured. ©The prices include postage in all cases but if ordered to be sent by express or freight larger specimens 
will be selected. Quotations for larger quantities than offered or for large specimens given upon application: 


GOLDEN FLEECE. 


An exceedingly attractive shrub at all seasons of the 
year. In June it is literally clothed with innumerable 
bright yellow Sweet-Pea shaped blossoms, presenting a 


perfect mass of such intense pure golden yellow as to ° 


well merit the name of Golden Fleece. Unlike other 
species and varieties of Genista, which are of stooling 
habit and only half hardy, Golden Fleece assumes the 
form of a large shrub; attaining a height of six to eight 
feet. It ascends in a strong main stem with numerecus 
side limbs; all of which are densely studded with long, 
tough, angular, rush-like branches of the most brilliant 
and cheerful green imaginable and which color they 
retain throughout the year. It is also entirely hardy, 
coming as it does from the north of Japan and havihg 
endured repeatedly a temperature of zero unharmed. 
Ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00. 


STYRAX JAPONICA. 


hy, Such a_ beautiful 
shrub should be better 
known. Its horizon- 
tal lateral branches 
give it the appearance 
of a miniature tree, 
even when young, and 
its round, smooth 
leaves and light bark 
render it unusually 
picturesque and pleas- 
ing. Blooms freely in 
June. The numerous 
flowers are of a pure 
silvery white, hang- 
ing in long stems, each 

°4 one formed like a 
Snowdrop. A delightful and charming shrub. Ea., 
20e; 8 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


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BLUE SPIRAEA. 


Caryopteris mastacanthus. 


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THE Lovett od 


From every side come words of praise concerning 


- this lovely Chinese shrub, Nothing sent out for years 


has given such universal and complete satisfaction. 
The prediction is freely made by the best horticultural 
authorities that the Blue Spireza will be universally 
adopted and soon be planted in every dooryard. It is 
of singularly neat and clean habit, growing about three 
feet high and flowers from August until after hard 
frosts; long after the hardiest native flowers have 
ceased. The flowers are produced in the most astonish- 
ing profusion in rich lavender-blue masses, always one 
of the rarest and most pleasing colors, but especially 
acceptable late in the season. When cut aud placed in 


water the fiowers last in perfection for two weeks and 
are very attractive with their pleasant, aromatic frag- 
rance and graceful delicate appearance. 
for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


Ea., 20c; 3 


One of the finest and most showy of all hardy shrubs 
producing a most gorgeous effect. Makes a compact 
and symmetrical growth and is covered in spring with 
immense blooms, larger and more brilliant and perfect 
than those of Ghent Azaleas, and varying in color from 
the most intense rosy crimson through all shades of 
orange and red to the palest lJemon-yellow, and remain 
perfect for a long time. Ea., 25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00. 


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Almost everybody has admired sometime during their 
life the beautiful autumn foliage of the Scarlet Maple 
and Oak, the Sumach, Tulip Trees, Dogwood, Sassafras, 
Virginia Creeper, Bitter Sweet and Sweet Gum. By 
planting these three shrubs in the manner indicated in 
the illustration an effect is produced for six months— 
from May to November—a depth and brilliancy of 
colored foliage surpassing the most vivid woodland 
scenes in autumn. Each is a beautiful shrub when 
planted as a single specimen, yet the beauty of each is 
greatly enhanced by the association of the others. All 
three are entirely hardy and of the easiest culture, suc- 
ceeding everywhere. The group is especially appro- 
priate for a corner of a lot. at the junction of paths or 
at a bend in a walk or drive. Ifa group of much size 
is needed, simply plant several of each variety: pre- 
serving the same arrangement of varieties. 

Purpie-leayed Plum (Prunus Pissardi). In no other 
hardy shrub do we have such beauty and depth in the 
color of its foliage which is clean and abundant, and of 
a clear, rich, purple or plum throughout; from the time 
it is put torth in May until it falls in late autumn. It 
is of sturdy, upright habit. the entire shrub or small 
tree being covered in early spring with a drift of star- 
lixe. pure white fiowers. Our plants are grown upon 
their own roots, (not budded upon other stock in the 
usual way) and are vastly superior on this account. 
Ea.. 25c: 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00. 

California Privet. In this we have a solid mass of 
bright, glossy foliage of the most intense, rich. deep 
green imaginable. In fact. the whole plant presents 
such a dense mantle of foliage as to totally conceal the 
stems, which is almost evergreen. As the plants attain 
age, they are covered in July with panicles of small lilac- 
like flowers that are very pretty. Unsurpassed for form- 
ing hedges and for which purpose special prices will be 
quoted by the hundred and thousand for any size de- 
sired. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 

Goiden Sambucus. Of the many shrubs with brilliant 
yellow foliage there is no other that even approaches 
this: and its brilliancy is constant throughout the sum- 
mer. Unlike the other two varieties, this is of spread- 
ing habit, very graceful, and the leaves are large and 
lace-like. Ea., 20c: 3 for 50c: doz., $1.50. 


Special. For 50c. we will send one each of 
the three: for $125 three of each: for $2.25 


six of each; for 34.00 a dozen of each. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. J. 


THREE BRILLIANT SHRUBS. 
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ALTHAEA. Rose of Sharon. 


Well known. showy fiowering shrubs, always satis- 
factory and pleasing. Vigorous, dense, upright habit. 
with dark green foliage and large, bell-shaped double 
flowers of beautiful colors. Especially valuable for 
lawn and border planting as they bloom profusely 
when few other shrubs are in fiower. 

DovusBLeE RED, beautiful bright scarlet; vigorous and 
free bloomer. DovuBLE Crmrson, large, brilliant crim- 
son: the finest of its color. DOUBLE PURPLE, bright 
purple; strong and free grower. DOUBLE WHITE. 
lovely pure white slightly marked with purple at the 
throat: the finest double white. VARIEGATED-LEAVED, 
foliage handsomely variegated green and pale yellow: 
never fades or burns. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 

One each of the five varieties for 60c. 


BERBERRY. 


Purple-leaved Berberry. 
rivaled for producing color effects in groups, and a fine 


Distinct and valuable, un- 


companion for B. Thunbergii. Grows about five feet 
high, with graceful. spreading habit. Foliage abun- 
dant and always clean. of a deep. rich purple through- 
out the entire season, always beautiful and pleasing. 
In the fall it is loaded with bright crimson fruit, which 
is very ornamental and it is an attractive ‘hedge plant. 
Ka.,.15¢e; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 

Japanese Berberry (B. Thunbergii). A dwarf and 
beautiful variety, regarded by many as the best of the 
genus. Of low, compact growth and somewhat weep- 
ing habit. Leaves small and of a rich, glossy dark 
green, changing to intense brilliant crimson in the 
autumn. Flowers yellow produced in pendulous race- 
mes. In autumn the branches are thickly studded with 
conspicuous crimson berries, which remain far into the 
winter. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. 77 
GOLDEN-LEAVED SYRINGA. 


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One of the 
magnificent in contrast with other foliage. For group- 
ing with purple-leaved or other dark shrubbery it is in- 
dispensable and_ almost equally valuable for forming 
solid masses alone. In habit, compact and rather 
dwarf, about three te four feet, forming a solid, rounded 
mass, without pruning. The foliage is very dense, of 
an exquisite, bright, golden-yellow throughout the sea- 
son, and withstands the hot sun well. Words fail to 
describe its effective beauty. Ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., 


$1.50. 
ORDA GRANDIFLORA. 
WAN Pearl! Bush. 


A strong, vigorous-grow- 
ing shrub reaching a height 
of six or eight feet, perfectly 
hardy, needing no care or 
\, protection in winter. In 


prodigal profusion, bearing 
large, pure snow-white star- 
shaped flowers on _ long, 
slender branches, with ex- 
quisitely beautiful effect. 
Rare and graceful. Should 
be planted by itself. Ea., 
20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


PURPLE FRINGE. 


Rhus cotinus. 
Very ornamental; of sym- 
metrical rounded form at- 
taining a height possibly of 
fifteen feet. It has beauti- 
ful, clean-cut, oval leaves 
of bright, glossy green, and 
the flowers appear in June, 
borne in large, loose, fringe- 
like panicles of a light pur- 
plish color which remain 
untilfrost. It is very beau- 
tiful and also very curious, 3 
its long feathery fringe-like 2 
growth making it appear : 
as if enveloped in smoke or j= 
mist. Valuable and orna- ogi { 
mental for lawn or shrub- 
bery. Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; 
floz., $1.25. 


ANDROMEDA 
MARIANA. 


One of the finest and most 
beautiful of all; of neat, 
compact habit and vigorous 
growth, attaining a height 
of two or threefeet. It pro- 
duces innumerable graceful 
sprays of tubular, 
white, waxy flow- 
ers, delightfully 
fragrant and of ex- 
quisite individual 
beauty. The foli- 
age remains until 


very late, 
turning toa 
deep red in 
autumn. 
It is some- 
times styled 
the Lily of 
the Valley 
Shrub, a 
very appro- 
priate name. A valuable and desirable shrub for orna- 
mental purposes in the foreground of borders, etc. 
Worthy of all praise. Ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


WEIGELA. 


Weigela candida. The best white variety. Of large 
size and erect, strong growth, producing a great pro- 
fusion of large, pure white flowers in June and July and 
more moderately throughout the entire summer. An 
exceedingly desirable and handsome shrub. Ea., 15c; 
3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 

Weigela Lavallee. A most beautiful variety of spread- 
ing growth and an excellent companion for W. candida 
by reason of the strong and pleasing contrast in the 
color of their flowers, which in this are of a dark re:’- 
dish-purple, borne abundantly during June and more 
moderately allsummer and autumn. Ea., 15c; 3 for 
35c; doz., $1.25. 

Variegated-leaved Weigela. A grand shrub of rather 
dwarf habit with handsome foliage deeply margined 
with clear creamy-white, very distinctly defined. Its 
flowers are of a bright pink, continuing all summer. 
Unexcelled for planting in the shrubbery and produc- 
ing effective contrasts or as single specimens. Ea., 20c; 
3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 

One each of the three varieties for 40c. 


78 THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITELE SILVER, N. /: 


HYDRANGEA PANICULA- 
TA GRANDIFLORA. 


One of the finest hardy shrubs ever intro- 
duced, and in size and magnificence of bloom 
not excelled by any shrub in cultivation. 
The bush in time attains a large size, grow- 
ing in beauty year by year. It isin the fui 
glory of bloom from August until the mid- 
dle or last of October, when every branch is 
covered with an immense panicle of fleecy, 
pure white flowers, changing later to a pink- 
ish hue, sometimes a foot long and nearly as 
broad at the base, presenting an aspect of 
majestic grandeur that absolutely defies de 
scription. Entirely hardy, very free-grow. 
ing, a profuse bloomer, and thrives in all 
soils. Ea., 15c:; 3 for 35c: doz., $1.25. 


ROSA RUGOSA. 


Hardy Japan Rose. 


This superb shrub is not exceeded in 
beauty by any we know. It has an 
abundance of dark green, glossy foli- 
age of great richness and beauty, cur- 
iously wrinkled, and grows erectly to 
a height of from four to five feet. It 
bears in great profusion, all summer, 
large single flowers, of bright rosy- 
crimson, enhanced in beauty by nu- 
merous yellow stamens, followed by 
bright crimson fruits, nearly two 
inches in diameter, borne in large 
clusters.= It is an exceedingly ornamental shrub and we 
1 can hardly say too much in praise of it. It succeeds every- 
§ where and is one of the few shrubs which thrive on the sea 
coastin full exposure to salt air. Field grown, 2 yrs., ea., 
25c; 3 for 60c; doz., $2.00. 

Rosa rugosa alba. Resembles the above in habit, but 
bears large, pure white, single flowers, which are more 
fragrant. Fruit rich golden-yellow with scarlet cheek, as 
large as crab apples; veryhandsome. Field grown, 2 yrs., 
ea., 30e; 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50. 


JAPAN JUDAS. Cercis Japonica. 


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A much admired and popular shrub and should be eight feet high. Blooms in early spring, before the 
found in every garden. Itis ofspreading habitand at- leaves appear, in such profusion that the bush is liter- 
tains a large size. In June itis covered wigh large, ally covered with deep, rosy-crimson flowers; exceed- 
globe-shaped clusters of snow-white flowers, well mer- ingly dense, striking and attractive. Its dense, glossy, 
iting their name of *‘Snow Balls.” Ea., 15c; 3 for 35c; heart-shaped foliage renders it beautiful all summer. 
doz., $1.25. Ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz.; $1.50. 


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The following list has been made with the utmost care. It embraces everything necessary for producing a 
strictly first class garden, butno variety that is not distinctive in character and proved to be of pronounced value. 
While all the seeds offered in this Catalogue are not grown by us, yet allare guaranteed to be pure, true to name, 
of high excellence and to grow, if properly treated. Should any prove otherwise we will refill the order without 
charge, or send any other seeds selected to the amount paid for same. Cultural instructions plainly printed 


upon every package. 
} CASH INDUCEMENTS.--A New Departure. 


NO PREMIUMS.—To simplify the making up of orders we quote our net prices. On packets, all of which are 
regular full size, we have reduced the price nearly fifty per cent. Those formerly offered at five cents, now reduced 
to three cents each—those formerly for ten cents are now offered for five cents each, etc. Prices of seeds in 
larger quantities have also been greatly reduced. 

In comparing prices please bear in mind the high grade of our seeds, large size of our packets; also the fact 
that we pay the postage on. all seeds by the packet, ounce and quarter pound. 

Our facilities are such as enable us to fill all orders promptly and we feel confident our seeds will greatly 
please all who favor us. 

Asparagus has become very popular and is 
AS RB A RAGUS SE ED highly esteemed for its palatable and health 
producing qualities. Few know how to properly cultivate it; we have prepared 
a Small treatise on Asparagus Culture, free on application. One ounce of seed will 
sow fifty feet of drill. 


COLUMBIAN MAMMOTH WHITE. New and entirely distinct, producing white 
shoots, which remain white as long as fit for use; very robust in habit. The large 
white shoots are much sought after, which makes this variety the best for general #7" 
market purposes. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 0z., 15¢; 1¢ lb., 40c; Ib., $1.25. 

Palmetto. Very eee size, regular in aan and spars: scree ene pro- 
ductive and of the best quality. Pkt., 3c; 2. pkts., 5c; oz., 10c; 14 Ib., 30c. 

Barr’s Mammoth. Very tender. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 10c; 14 Ib., 20c. 

Conover’s Colossal. The standard variety. Pkt., 3c; oz., 5c; 14 Ib., 10e. 

tes~ For Asparagus and Artichoke Roots see pages 46 and 47. 

Artichoke Seed (Green Globe). Best for general use; succeeds best on deep, rich 
soil. Pkt., 5e; oz., 20c. 


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On Beans, add 15c. per quart extra, if to be sent by mail. 


BURPEE’S BUSH LIMA BEAN. 


A true Bush Lima, requiring no poles or supports of any kind; 
very hardy and immensely productive. A few short rows, planted 
in ordinary garden soil will supply a family with all the Lima 
Beans they would need during the whole season. The beans are 
large, of good quality and extra fine flavored. Our stock is war- 
ranted genuine, pure and true toname. Large pkt., 10c; 3 pkts., 
20c; pt., 25e; qt., 40c; pk., $2.25; bu., $8.00. 

JACKSON WONDER LIMA. A dwarf Lima Bean, lately intro- 
duced by Thomas Jackson, of Atlanta, Georgia—truly a wonder 
in the way of productiveness. The foliage is profuse and is very 
valuable for forage. The beans when young make excellent snap- 
shorts, and when dry can pe ground into flour, much used for 
thickening soups. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; pt., 20c; qt., 30c. 


H. Tomlinson, of Gaines, N. Vi, under date of Oct. 13th, 1895, 
writes: ‘‘Everything has proved sngivthétary in my dealings with 
your Company and when I need anything in j our line you may be 


BURPEE’S BUSH LIMA. 8 PKTS., 20c. sure to receive my orders. 


80 THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. 


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KEENEY’S RUSTLESS WAX. 2 PKTS., 15c. 
BEANS—DWARF OR BUSH. 


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KEENEY’S RUSTLESS WAX BEAN. 


This is the long-looked-for bean, as it combines hardiness 
and productiveness with fine quality. A strong-growing 
bush variety of remarkable vigor and freedom from rust. 
It sends out short tendrils, on which pods form, in addition 
to those near the central stalk of the plant, which accounts 
for its wonderful productiveness, increasing under favor- 
able conditions from 100 to 150 fold. 

The pods are meaty and well filled, thick-fat when 
young, and semi-round later; of a rich yellow color and 
fine quality; entirely stringless, even when large enough to 
sheil. If the pods are picked as fast as formed, the plant 
continues to furnish a bountiful supply for an unusually 
long season. The past year has proven all that is 
claimed for this new bean. Oz., pkts., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; 
pt., 25e; qt., 40c. . 

YOSEMITE MAM. WAX BEAN. A distinct variety, com- 
bining quality, productivenessand size. The pods are very 
handsome in appearance—this with the size, make it a gen- 
eral favorite with market gardeners and private families. 
Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; pt., 25c; qt., 40c. 

BEANS—POLE OR RUNNING. 


Add lic. per quart extra if to be sent by mail.. One quart will plant 150 hills. Add 15c. per quart 


The following list comprise the best varieties. 


quart wiil plant ene hundred feet of drill. 


One evtra tf to be sent by mail. : 
EARLY GOLDEN CLUSTER. A vigorous grower; gol- 


EARLY MOHAWK. The hardiest variety; will withstand den-yellow pods, entirely stringless, very brittle and 


a slight frost. Pkt., 5c; pt., 10c; qt., 15c. 


of fine flavor. Pkt., 10c;2 pkts., 15¢; pt., 20c; qt., 30c. 


EARLY RED VALENTINE. A new anddistinct variety; LAZY WIFE’S. Very popular, valuable and productive; 


very uniform and enormously productive. 


Pods good size pods, entirely stringless’, tender, and fine 


tender and succulent: valuable for the market gar- flavored. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; pt., 20e; qt., 30ce. 
dener. Pkt., 5c; pt., 15c; qt., 20c; pk., $1.15; bu., $4.20. KENFUCKY WONDER. The largest and best Pole Bean; 
CHAMPION BUSH. Very productive; large beans of the productive. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; pt., 20c; qt., 30. 
finest flavor, either green or dry; good ‘‘snap-shorts BEST OF ALL POLE. The best early pole Bean; very 
or string beans:” the very best for summer or winter. productive; entirely stringless. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; 


Pkt., 5c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c. ; 


pt., 15¢; qt., 25e; pk., $1.50. 


REFUGEE. A productive second early variety; exten- EARLY JERSEY LIMA. Productive; valuable for early 


sively grown for pickling. Pkt., 5c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c. market. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; pt., 15¢; qt., 25c. 
GOLDEN WAX. A well-established variety. Excellent KING OF THE GARDEN LIMA. The heaviest cropper; 

quality and maturesearly. Pkt., 5c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c. large pods; beans large and fine flavored. Pkt., 10e; 
BLACK WAX. Bright, rich yellow pods; very tender 2 pkts., 15c; pt., 20c; qt., 30c; pk., $2.00. 


and rich. Pkt., 5c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c. 


LARGE WHITE LIMA. Desirable for market and family 


BEST GF ALL BUSH. The best and most productive use. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c: pt., 15c; qt., 25e. 
snap-short ever introduced; entirely stringless. Pkt., EARLY BLACK LIMA. The earliest Lima Bean grown. 


dc; pt., 15c; qt., 25c; pk., $1.50. 


Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c. 


PROLIFIC TREE BEAR. The best variety for field cul- DREER’S IMPROVED LIMA. Productive; good quality; 


ture, Pkt., 5c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c; pk., $1.50. 
REFUGEE WAX BEAN. 


A true wax: beautiful tender pods; unaffected by droughts; no 
Strings ; no ruSts$ and an enormous cropper. 


One of the earliest Beans grown; very productive and con- ° 
tinues in bearing a long time. It is absolutely free from rust 
and effectually withstands the drought; the only Wax Bean 
known to possess this feature. The pods are round, of good 
size, clear and handsome in appearance. A valuable variety 
for the market gardener on account of its keeping a long time 
tender and without becoming tough or stringy. 
good pickling variety and should have a prominent place in 
every garden. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; pt., 20c; qt., 25c. 


WARDWELL’S KIDNEY WAX. The hardiest, earliest, most 
productive, richest and best flavored Dwarf Wax Bean. 
are vigorous and strong growers, keeping the Beans well up 
from the ground. The pod early assumes a rich golden color— 
the beans prepared for the table have a fine, rich, buttery 
flavor and are sure to become general favorites. 
pkts., 10c; pt., 15ce; qt., 25¢e; pk., $1.75; bu., $5.50. 


fine flavored. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c. 


It makes a 


The vines 


Pkt., 6c; 2 


REFUGEE WAX BEAN. 2 PETS., 15C. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. f. 81 
BEETS AND MANGELS—LOVETT’S SELECTION FOR 1896. 


Add 8c. per pound if to be sent by mail. 12 Ib. at pound rates. 


We catalogue the best varieties and our prices are low for good reliable seed. One ounce will sowa drill of fifty 
feets Sve pounds will plant one acre. Full directions for culture printed on each package. 


FIVE OF THE BEST. One Pkt. of Ea., r5c. 

THE ECLIPSE. A very desirable variety, not only for 
its rapid growth and smallness of top, but it is the earliest 
beet in cultivation; good size and quality. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 
5c; oz., 7c; 14 Ib., 15c; Ib., 40c. 

EDMAND’S EARLY. A newvariety; very small tops; beets 
handsome, round, smooth and of good marketable size; flesh 
very dark, sweet and tender. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 7c. 


Early Egyptian. The second best early variety; red flesh. 

Bastain’s Early Turnip. Desirable for the market gardener. 

Bastain’s Half Long Winter. One of the best for winter. 

Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 7c; 4 1b., 15; lb., 40c., each. 

EARLY BLOOD TURNIP. The best early turnip variety, either for market gardeners or private families; perfect 
in form, of good size and desirable in every way; dark, red flesh and skin, remarkably tender and sweet. Pkt., 
8c; 2 pkts.; 5c: oz., 10c; 14 Ib., 20c; Ib., 50c. 

NEW COLUMBIA. A distinct new Beet, of the finest quality and greatest uniformity, both in roots and neat 
handsome foliage; smooth clear skin and deep, blood-red flesh; very valuable for the market gardener, also the 
best for either early or winter use for the private family. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 74 lb., 25c; lb., (5c. 

THE LENTZ. A new variety; turnip shaped; smooth roots; dark, blood-red flesh, tender and sweet; very pro- 
ductive and a good keeper. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 10c; 14 Ib., 20c; lb., 50c. 

EARLY BASSANO. The flesh is remarkably rich, tender and sweet, beautiful color and excellent quality; com- 
mands aready sale. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 7c; 14 Ib., 15c; Ib., 40c; 3 Ibs., $1.00. 

LONG BLOOD WINTER. An old variety, good in the fall, good in the winter, good keeper and good every way. 


Swiss Chard or Silver. Splendid to use as greens; cook like asparagus. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 10c; 74 Ib., 20c; lb., 50c. 


. 1/ Y Pes 

M AN GEL WUR 7E ES The value of these for stock feeding can- Nj 

~not be over estimated. Can be raised at 

a trifling cost. Five pounds of seed raises fifty tons of mangels to the acre. 
(gs Full directions for planting printed on each package. 

MAMMOTH PRIZE LONG RED. Decidedly the heaviest cropper, the largest and 
best long red mangel in cultivation; flesh red, fine in texture and quality; 
of great value for feeding stock; easily grown and easily gathered. Oz. 
pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c; 14 lb., 10c;1b., 30c; 4 Ibs., $1.00. 

GOLDEN GIANT INTERMEDIATE. The most productive yellow mangel in 
cultivation; as rich and sweet as a sugar beet; flesh firm, close grained and_ 
nutritious; greatly relished by horses, cattle, sheep or swine. Oz. pkt., 3c; @ 233% 
2 pkts., 5c; 1¢ Ib., 10c; Ib., 30c; 4 Ibs., $1.00. = 

GOLDEN TANKARD. A new and distinct variety; contains less water and more 
sugar than any other mangel; highly prized by dairy farmers; early to ma- 
ture and very productive. Oz. pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 14 lb., 10c;1b., 30c; 
4 Ibs., $1.00;-10 Ibs., $2.25. 

CHAMPION YELLOW GLOBE. Valuable on account of its earliness, productive- 
ness and being well adopted to shallow soil; globe shaped smooth roots. Oz., 
pkt., 3c.; 2 pkts., 5c; 14 1b., 10c; Ib., 30c;4 Ibs., $1.00; 10 Ibs., $2.00. f 

Red Globe Mangel. Similar to the Yellow Globe; price the same. 

SU G AR BE ETS We offer the best varieties, although we do not give 

« “oate-post” illustrations; our seed is good and true. 

LANE’S IMPROVED. The most profitable and productive variety. For feed- 
ing cattle, sheep or swine it has no equal: beets large size, perfect in shape 
and fine keepers. Oz. pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c: 14 lb., 10c; Ib., 30c; 4 Ibs., $1.00. 

VILMORIN’S IMPROVED. A French variety, very rich and sweet; valuable 
for feeding stock, or formaking sugar. Price the same as Lane’s Improved. 

RED TOP. Very productive and hardy; contains about eight per cent of 
sugar; foliage abundant and stands erect. Price same as above. 

BORECOLE, or Kale. Pkt., 3c;'2 pkts., 5c; oz., roc. 

Dwarf German. German Greens; excellent for either winter or spring. 

Dwari Extra Curled. Beautifully curled leaves, resembling parsley. 
BRUSSELS SPROUTS. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., roc; oz., 15c. 
Dwarf Perfection. A fine variety, producing compact sprouts of excellent MAMMOTH PRIZE MANGEL. 
quality. One ounce of seed will sow 300 feet of drill. LB., 30c; 4 LBs., $1.00. 


Mrs. J. L. Lewis, of Worthington, Ky., under date of Oct. 15th, 1895, writes:—Everything goiten of you this 
season has proved to be entirely satisfactory. I shall order all of my seeds from you next spring. 


82 THE LOVETT COMPANVATALTLE SVAN f 
Add &c. per pound extra if to be sent by mail—tZ Ibs. at lb. rates. Pkts., ozs. and ¥&/ ibs. mailed free. 


EARLY AND LATE CABBAGE FOR 1896. 
R E é | A B P E S E E D Our seed has all been grown from the best selected heads.. We confine our- 
« selves to those varieties that have, after years of culture, proved reliable. 
We have put our prices as low asgood, honest, fresh American grown seed can be sold for. One ounce for a bed of 
forty feet will produce about 2000 plants. uli directions for planting printed on each package. 

EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD. The best early Cabbagein cultiva- 
tion. A well-established variety which needs no recommendation. 
Our seed has been grown from the best selected stock in the country. 
The Jersey Wakefield produces hard, solid, pyramidal-shaped heads 
pointed at the top, and with few outer leaves. The heads are of ex- 
cellent quality, gocd size, firm and uniform: very productive for an 
early variety: largely planted for main crops. PkEt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c: 
oz.. 15c; 14 Ib., 40c; Ib., $1.50. 

EARLY EXPRESS. An extra early variety. The heads are of 
good size, solid, crisp. tender and fine flavored. We recommend the 
Extra Early Express for early market or table use. Pkt., 4c; 3 pKts., 
10c; oz., 15e; 14 Ib., 40c: Ib., $1.50. 


LARGE EARLY YORK. An old and well-established variety; fair 
= size heads, of good quality and a sure header: a generalfavorite among 
EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD. 3PKTS..10c. market gardeners. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c: oz.. 10c; ¥¥ Ib., 30c; Ib., $1.00. 


CABBAGE. 10 well-known Standard Varieties. 


Early Summer. A market gardeners’ variety; large. solid and round, compact heads of excellent £23 
uality. | Our seed of this cabbage is from the finest selected heads| - - -_ - 15 | 40 $1 50. 
Henderson’s Succession. A new and a most excellent second early variety. It isagoodkeeper _ = 
and very attractive in appearance; suitable for the market gardener. — - = - ~ 15 | 40 150 
All Seasons. A variety suitable for all seasons; heads very hard, round and solid. flattenedon | | 2 
top and of the best quality: a sure header and the bestfor dry weather. - - -  - 15 | 40)145 
Early Winningstadt. An early as well as late variety. Seed sown in May and set out early in Au- 


gust will make fine, solid heads that will keep all winter. The heads are noted for their fine, a spc 
- - - - 5 


-oz. |Z 1b.; Ib. 


beautiful shape, solidity and few outer leaves. = 5 ween 
Premium Flat Dutch. A very popular variety with every one. The heads run evenly in size, are 

solid, flattened on top and fine grained; of excellent quality and will keep crisp and solid until a 3 

late in the spring. Our seed is from the best. - rae - - - - - = 15 490 | 1 35 
Short Stem Drumhead. The best Drumhead variety in cultivation. The heads are extra hard and 

solid, round, and flattened_on top. They grow very uniform in shape, with a strong, short; =| | 

stem; very productive and handsome in appearance. = a 3 = = i eas _ 15 30 | 
Dwari Flat Dutch. A valuable seccnd early variety, producing large heads of fine quality : well cl 

adapted for fall or winter use. a2 eS a eS = = - = | old he Ate 
Mammoth Rock Red. The largest red cabbage in cultivation. The heads are red clear to the | os = 

center and frequently average ten to twelve pounds each. - - - - - - 20 60 2 
Drumfhead Savoy. Heads large and finely curled: a compact grower and a fine keeper. Partakes | 

of the size of the Drumhead: curled leaves and fine flavor of the Savoy: approaches near the) : 

richness of cauliflower. a - Toe ee ee ae ee | 15} 40; 1 40 
Marvin’s Savoy. A very uniform and distinct variety originating on Long Island. The heads) _ : = 

are large and solid, finely curled and of good substance. - - - - - - - | 15 50 71% 


[== In regular full size packets, each of the above, 3 Cents per packets 2 pkts., 5 cents. 


FOTLER’S BRUNSWICK. The best second early 
Cabbage in Cultivation. As seen by the illustration, 
the heads are large. flattish on top, few outer leaves, 
solid and compact. For private families, market 
gardeners, and truckers who want any fall cabbage 
for filing mangoes or making kraut, we know of no 
variety better than Fotler’s Short-Stem Brunswick. 
Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; oz., 15e; 44 Ib., 40c; Ib., $1.50. x 

EARLY ALL HEAD. The earliest large headed cabe ~~ 
bage in cultivation. Large uniform heads, solid, 
compact and of fine quality. Owing to the ab 
sence of loose leaves it can be planted closer and 
more can be grown on an acre than any other vari- — 
ety. [=~ Those who plant the All-Head for early 
and Sure-Head for late will never regret the ven- 
ture =]. Price the same as Fotler’s Brunswick. 


BUTLER Co., PaA.. Oct. 14, 1895. 
I wish to say your Faxon Squash, Cabbage and Japanese Pumpkin are without doubt the very finest known. 
I can heartily recommend your seeds and iruit trees, as they are first-class in every respect. 
Yours respectfully, G. E. HTLARD. 


Carl M. Dampman, from Virginia, under date of October 18, 1895, writes : Iam sorry to say the dry weather 
burnt up nearly everything, but the vegetable and flower seeds you sent me did splendid, especially the Giant 
Rocca Onion. (See page 91). I raised onions from your seed which measured five and six inches in circumfer- 
ence—the largest I ever saw. Z 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, NN... 83 


Add 8c. per pound extra if to be sent by mail. 14 lb. at lb. rates. Pkts., ozs., 14 lbs., mailed free. 


THE ALTUMN KING. The best late or Autumn Cabbage in 
cultivations very fine fcr fall and winter use; large, hard, 
solid and uniform heads. Ithasa short stem and few outer 
leaves—thus enabling the plants to be set close together. 
The heads are thick throughout, rounded on the top, fine 
grained, tender and unsurpassed in every respect. The 
Autumn King is being offered by some seedsmen under the 
name of the ‘‘World Beater”—our seed is uniformily true 
to type and will produce a heavier crop per acre than any 
other cabbage. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; 0z., 20c; 14 lb., 60e; 
lb., $2.00. 

RED DUTCH, or Pickling. The best variety for pickling, 
or filling mangoes. Heads round, deep red, remarkably 
hard and solid. Pkt.. 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 10c; 1% lb., 35e; 
Ib., $1.20. 


THE AUTUMN KING. 


2 PKTS., 15c. 
IMPROVED SUREHEAD. The best winter cabbage in cultivation. 
Very productive; of superior quality; a good keeper and succeeds 


where other varieties fail. The heads are large, round, hard and 
perfect, and somewhat flattened on top; are very firm and 
solid, fine grained, tender and excellent flavor when boiled. It is 
our best keeping winter variety, and will remain solid and sweet 
until late in the spring. In almostall cases ninty-five good h2ads 
may be expected out of every one hundred plants set out. We 
would caution our customers against Preminm Flat Dutch, being 
sold for Surehead, by a number of seedsmen. Our seed has 
been selected each year from the largest and finest heads, and is 
warranted puro and true to name. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10e; oz., 15e; 
Y4 Ib., 50c; Ib., $1.80; 2 lbs., or more, $1.75 a lb. 

LUXEMBURG, or Hard Heading. Valuable for its remarkable 
keeping qualities; the best variety for late spring sales. A sure 
header, making a very hard head of good size and weight: with- 
out doubt the most profitable market cabbage in cultivation. 
= Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; 02., 20c; 4 lb., 70c; 1b., $2.50. 


IMPROVED SUREHEAD. 0Z., 15c. : 2k 
CiomEns ep ER 
soiland areas easily rals- 

ed as cabbages, and require about the same treatment. g 
Full directions for culture printed on each package. SF 
One ounce of seed for one thousand plants. yi 
EARLIEST SELECTED DWARF ERFURT. The car- &: 
liest:and best variety for forcing in open ground. Heads . 
large, of fine grain and form. Market gardeners and f 


variety. Our stock is the purest that can be secured 
and imported from the choicest specimens. Pkt., 15c; 
2 pkts., 25ce; 4 0z., $1.00; oz., $3.00. 

EARLY SNOWBALL (Dwarf Erfurt). A new variety, recently introduced. Seed sown March 1st will pro- 
duce fine heads by June 10th, under favorable conditions; seldom fails to form fine, large heads: can be as easily 
grown as cabbage and should be in every garden. The seed we offer is genuine, and priced as low as possible. 
Pkt., 15c; 2 pkts., 25c; 14 oz., $1.00; oz., $3.00. 

EARLY PARIS. A very popular and standard variety. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 0z., 50e; 14 ib., $1.80. 

ALGIERS. A fine late vxriety; the heads remain solid and firm a long time. Same price as the>Early Paris. 

Veitch’s Autumn Giant. A splendid variety, noted for the size of its heads. We recommend it as a good 
Cauliflower for fall and suitable for pickling. Pkv., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 30c; 14 1b., 100; lb., $3.50. 

CHICORY. Sowin June; in fall transplant in sand CRESS. Full directions on each package. 
in thecellar; the shoots, which soon appear, form the Extra Curled (Pepper Grass). A small salad which 
‘‘Barbe de Capucin,” a salad much used by the French. will bear cutting several times; used with lettuce its 
Large Rooted. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 10c; 14 1b., 25c. leaves impart an agreeable taste. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5e. 
COLLARDS. Largely usedas ‘‘greens” in some sections Upland Cress. A hardy perennial, thriving in any 


of the country; a form of cabbage, producing new leaves 
as fast as the old onesare removed. <A sure cropper. 

Georgia, or Southern. Price same as Chicory. 

CORN SALAD. Makes a delicious, small salad; very 
popular during winter and early spring as a substitute 
for lettuce; can also be cooked and used like spinach. 

Broad Leaved. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; Y4flb., 20c; Ib., 50c. 

les" Something good in TOMATOES. See page 97. 


garden soil, wet or dry; the first green to appear in the 
spring; can be eaten raw or as a salad; excellent pre- 
pared same as lettuce, also highly prized as a blood 
purifier, and very beneficial in cases of disease of the 
liver, etc. Pkt., 8c., 2 pkts., 15c; 4 pkts., 25c. 

Water Cress. One of the most deliciously flavored 
salads, thrives best in shallow water, where it will in- 
crease from year to year. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; 0z., 25e, 


84 THE LOVETT COMPANY SERIAL SSL Ne 
Add 8¢. per pound extra if to be sent by mail—\4 lbs. at lb. rates. Packets, ounces and 74 |bs., mailed free, 
¢C ARR OTS For an early crop sow as soon 
x as the ground is in working 
order. For late crop sow in June or July. One 


@unce of seed willsow one hundred feet of drills three 
to four pounds for one acre. 


IMPROVED LONG ORANGE. Very uniform and 
smooth, being always well formed, of large size; 
deep, rich orange color. Itis a good keeper, and 
of fine quality for the table, and highly nutritious 
for stock. In no other vegetable has there been 
such improvements recently made as in this carrot. 
Our seed is from the best strain and we ask our 
friends for a trial order. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts.,.5c; 
0z., 10c; 14 Ib., 20c; Ib., 60e; 4 Ibs., $2.00. 

SAINT VALERY. A new intermediate, red carrot of great value; very 
uniform in size; roots straight and smooth; rich, orange color and perfect in quality, Pkt., 
4c; 3 pkts., 10c; oz., 15c; 1¢1b., 20c; 1b., 60c. 

DANVER’S ORANGE. The best variety for a general crop; rich, orange color, a heavy = 
yielder and a splendid keeper; does well for all kinds of soil and is valuable alike for the table and for a 
stock. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; oz., 10e; 14 lb., 20c; Ib., 60c; 4 lbs., $2.00. 

EARLY FRFNCH FORCING. The earliest variety; principally grown for forcing purposes; small orange-red 
globe-shaped root. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; 14 Ib., 25c; lb., 80c. 

OX-HEART. A new variety from France; valuable both for the table and stock feeding; exceedingly fine 
quality, tender and sweet; very productive. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 0z., 15c; 14 1b., 20c; Ib., 60c; 4 Ibs., $2.00. 

SCARLET SHORT HORN. The earliest and best for table use; small top, smooth roots, rich and fine flavored 
flesh. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 10c; 1¢ lb., 15c; Ib., 50c. 

THE MODEL. The best shape and finest quality of any variety for the table; somewhat larger than the Scarlet 
Short Horn very smooth, fine and productive. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 0z., 15c; 14 lb., 40c; 1b., $1.00. 

Large White Belgian. A white carrot of large size, grown principally for feeding stock: very productive. 
Pkt., 3¢; 02z., 5c; 14 lb., 15ce; lb., 50c; 4 Ibs., $1.80. 

Large White Vosges. Roots are very large; skin and flesh white, and of a fine quality. Easily dug, enorm- 
ously productive and valuable for feeding purposes; resembles the White Belgian in many respects, easier grown, 
more prolific and less trouble. Price the same as White Belgian. 

There isno crop more generally cultivated. Itis not 
CE LE RY. only very desirable for the table, but is very whole- 
some and nutritious, possessing many qualities beneficial to an ex- 
hausted constitution. Full directions for planting on every package. 
One ounce of seed will produce about twenty-five hundred plants. 


GIANT PASCAL. The latest and best variety in cultivation. The 
stalks are large, crisp and brittle. The heart is a rich, golden yellow 
and the whole stalk is rich, nutty and unequaled in flavor; has supe- 
rior keeping qualities. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 15c; 14 Ib., 40c. 


GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING. The finest variety for the home gar- 
den; medium size, beautiful in appearance, straight, solid and crisp; 
very fine flavored. Its best feature is its remarkable self-blanching 
properties; does not need any hilling up for the purpose of blanch- 
ing; one of the best keepers. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20e; 1 lb., 60c. 

Crawiord’s Half Dwarf. Very extensively grown. It has a rich, 

ELF- Bo. nutty flavor. Pkt., 3c; 0z., 10c; #4 1b., 30c. 

ae STMiMES ese aaa the Gaiden Self-Blanching the heart and stalk are naturally white; re- 
quires very little earthing up in blanching. Price the same as Golden Self-Blanching. ; : 

Imperial Large Ribbed (Kalamazoo). Very profitable, reliable, also of superior quality ; a rich, creamy 
white color throughout; attains a good size, of quick growth and close habit. Pkt., 5e; oz., 15e; 74 Ib., 50¢c. 

PERFECTION HARTWELL. The best flavored and most crisp and tender of all the white varieties—GI ANT 
WHITE SOLID. Large, white and solid. Price of either the same as the LESS. 

ISs- Every seedsman has on hand Old Celery Seed. Very desirable for flavoring. 7% Ib., 10c; lb., 30c; 2 Ibs., 50c. 


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DANDELION. : ENDIVE. 
A hardy perennial, much resembling Endive; one of The most refreshing and attractive of all autumn and 
the earliest and mgs wholesome of our spring greens. winter salads. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 15c; 74 Ib., 40c. 


Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15e; oz., 30c. Green Curled. Hardiest; leaves blanch white and crisp. 
5 5 *9 b) . . . 

White Curled. Self-blanching; very crisp and tender. 
ENGLISH DOCK. 


: : Moss Curled. Very compact, with dense foliage. 
Patience. Used for greens; an improved variety, as ; ; 
grown from seed will Laer Same price as above. Broad-Leaved Batayian. Broad, thick, wrinkled leaves. 


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) writes: Faxon Squash cer- 
D N UEENS Co., N. Y., under date of Oct., 19th, 1895 writes: Your 
ar Fe ngatieod ohn eine Thad fi fteen squash, all fair size and of the finest anal a other seeds 
gave me very good satisfaction. I thank you kindly for your promptness in filling my orders. c 


Large-Leaved. 


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Adu 10c. per quart extra if to be sent by mail. Pints at quart rates. Packets mailed free. 
SU re AR C ORN To have the finest Sweet Corn of any variety, it should be picked when in just the 
« right condition; plantings should be made frequently, so as to always have a supply at 
the right stage. Our seed is pure and of the best quality. One quart of seed will plant two hundred hiilss eight 
to ten quarts, Sufficient for an acre if planted in hills. Full directions for culture printed on each package. 

FIRST OF ALL. The earliest Sweet Corn in cultiva- 
tions will mature from four to six days before any 
other standard variety. The First of Allis not only 
the earliest to ripen, but the ears are of larger size 
and better quality than many other early varieties; 
valuable for market gardeners. Pkt., 10c.; 2 pkts., 
15c.; pt., 20c; qt., 30c. 


THE CORY. Ten daysearlier, larger earsand bet- 
ter quality than any other, excepting the First of 
All; will mature forty-four days after planting; 
owing to its earliness one of the best for market 
purposes. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c; 
pk., $1.00. 

EARLY MINNESOTA. Not quite so early as the 
Cory, but very productive, growing from four to five 
ears on a stalk. The standard early Sugar Corn : 
with market gardeners and truckers. Same price cory. SHAKER’S. PERRY’S. CROSBY’S. 
as the Cory. NONESUCH. MAMMOTH. EVERGREEN. 

CLARK’S NONESUCH. This excellent new variety originated with Mr. C. 8. Clark of Ohio, one of the largest 
growers of Sugar Corn for seed in the world. Clark’s Early Nonesuch is not the earliest, but it has many advan- 
tages over the extra early varieties. The ears are eight to ten inches in Yength, very sweet, rich, juicy and 
refreshing; the best for a succession. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c; pk., $1.00. 

CROSBY’S EARLY. An old-fashioned variety, but one that has been greatly improved by careful selection 
for seed each year; very productive, ears of good length, well filled and of good quality. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; 
pt., 15c; qt., 20c; pk., 75c; bu., $2.50. 

SHAKER’S EARLY. Originated with the Shaker’s of New York State; very productive, ears of good size, 
tender and sweet, much better than the Minnesota. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c; pk., $1.00. 

PERRY’S HYBRID. A fine early variety; ears about the same size as the Crosby’s, but ripens nearly a week 
earlier; very productive, often two to three ears to a stalk. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; pt., 15¢; qt., 25c; pk., $1.00. 

COUNTRY GENTLEMAN. A new variety, by far the sweetest and best for private families; very productive, 
ripens early and remains in a sweet, luscious condition until nearly dead ripe; soaked over night can be eaten as 
green corn during winter. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c; pkt., $1.00. 

GOLD COIN. One of the best varieties; very productive, often two large ears on a stalk. The cob is white 
and completely covered with large, deep, handsome grains; sweet and delicious; also very profitable to grow for 
stock feeding. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c. 

STOWELL’S EVERGREEN. A long established and very reliable variety; more largely planted by private 
families, market gardeners and canners than any other. It is very productive, ears of good size, grains deep, 
tender and sugary; the most reliable for a succession of planting. Pkt., 5c; pt., 10c; qt., 15¢; pk., 60c; bu., $2.25. 

FOUR OF THE SWEETEST—Each: Pkt., 5cs pt., 10c3 qt., 15c3 pk., 80c. 

Black Mexican, An acknowledged sweet variety; the best for epicures. 
Egyptian. Large ears, sweet, rich and fine flavored. 

Honey. A new variety, which is giving great satisfaction; very sweet. 
Mammoth Late Evergreen. A late variety; large ears; fine flavored. 


POP CORN--Improved Varieties. 

CALIFORNIA, OR GOLDEN. This miniature variety is a native of Lower California; 
it is the most beautiful corn in cultivation; short stalks, miniature ears, deep 
pointed grains, of a fine, rich golden color; ornamental ears—see illustration, 
and so near alike as to seem to have been cast from the same mold; very hardy 
and productive. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c. 

RED BEAUTY. A very beautiful and most excellent variety, only recently intro- 
duced; superior in productiveness, quality and appearance. The stalks, which 
are but five feet in height, are thickly studded with ears from the ground up. 

. The ears are about five inches long, and are closely packed with deep grains of a 
bright, glossy-red color; when popped every grain turns into a miniature ballas 
pure white as snow; very crisp, tender and fine flavored. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10ce. 

MAPLEDALE. A new variety, the most prolific in cultivation; stalks five to six 
feet high, thickly studded with ears, well filled with beautifully whitg grains. 
Its popping qualities are excellent. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; pt., 15c.; qt., 25c. 

QUEEN’S GOLDEN. A very handsome variety; large ears, produced in abundance. 
It pops perfectly white and a single kernel will expand to a diameter of one inch. 
Price same as Mapledale. 

CALIFORNI OR GOEDER: WHITE RICE. Very tender; a great favorite in many sections. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
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CUCUMBERS. 


One ounce will plant fifty hills; two pounds will plant one acre. 


Add 8c. per pound extra if to be sent by mail. 

To have the first cucumbers, either for market, pickling or private use, it is very 

important to have good seed. Our seed is all Northern grown, and carefully 
Full directions for culture on every package. 


. THREE NEW CUCUMBERS--Extra Fine. 


§ Onc pkt., cach, 4c; 3 pkts., 10cs 07., 15c¢3 1-4 Ib., 50c. 


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RELIABLE SEED. 


selected from the best stock seed. 


1. NICHOL’S MEDIUM. 2. LONG GREEN. 


LATE OR WINTER VARIETIES. 
Each: Pkt., 3c3 2pkts., 5c$ O20, 10cs 1=41b., 20c3 Ib., 60. 
IMPROVED LONG GREEN. One of the best late pickling 

varieties, also most profitable both for market garden- 
ers and private families. This strain has been greatly 
improved by a careful selection and culture. 
NICHOL’S MEDIUM GREEN. ‘*Medium Green’’ is descrip- 
tive of the size. The cucumbers are full at both ends. 
The skin is light green in color and very smooth; de- 
sirable either for forcing, table use, or for pickling. 


NEW EVERGREEN, A new variety fast becoming very 
popular; hardy and very prolific; one of the best for 
slicing, being crisp and of good quality. 

THREE DISTINCT VARIETIES. 
Each: Pkt., 4cs 3 pkts., 10c3 02., 15¢3 1-4 Ib., 40c. 

PARIS PICKLING. Entirely distinct; very long and 
slender and covered with hair-like prickles; flesh hard, 
solid, tender and crisp; splendid for family use. 

West Indian (Gherkin or Burr). Very small. 

NEW EVERBEARING. A new variety; very useful on 
account of its everbearing character; commence 
bearing early and continues in fruit until killed by 
frdst; cucumbers perfect in shape and of just the 
right size for pickling. 


EGG PLANTS. 


Egg Plants should be grown in every garden; one of 
the most delicious of our vegetables. The seed to ger- 
minate freely should have plenty of moisture. One 
ounce of seed will produce one thousand piants. 

NEW YORK IMPROVED. The best variety for market 
gardeners or family use; very large and smooth; 
dark, rich, purple, (see illustration; and very prolific; 
flesh white, tender and nutritious. Pkt, 7c; 0z., 30e. 

BLACK PEKIN. A very handsome variety; nearly 
round; fruit large, jet black, glossy and smooth; flesh 
white, very solid, fine grained and delicate flavor; 
matures early and is very prolific. Pkt., 5c: oz., 25e. 

EXTRA EARLY ROUND PURPLE. The same in shape 
and quality as the New York Purple; valuable on ac- 
count of its hardiness and earliness. Pkt., 3c: oz.. 20ce. 

SPINELESS. The same in shape and quality as the 
New York Improved; price also the same. 


| ity, growth and productiveness. 
) uniform in color, shape and size; flesh of fine quality, 


3. BARLY FRAME. 
4, EVERGREEN. 5. EARLY RUSSIAN. 7. GHERKIN. 
6. PARIS PICKLING. 


Packets, ounces and 14 lbs. mailed free. 


WHITE WONDER. A wonder in appearance, qual- 


The cucumbers are 


quite brittle and remains solid a long time; very 
hardy, can be planted earlier than most cucumbers, 
and is also @ sure cropper. 

NEW WHITE SPINE. The best white spined variety. 
The cucumbers are very handsome in appearance-and 
perfectly smooth; very productive; unsurpassed alike 
for family use and for market. 


JAPANESE CLIMBING. A production from Japan; 


==] very hardy; attains a vigorous growth, clinging to 


any support so firmly it cannot be blown down; very 

productive; large fruit, exceedingly tender and deli- 

cious; excellent for pickles. ~ 
EARLY OR SUMMER VARIETIES. 

Each: PKt., 3cs3 2 pkts., 5c3 02., 10c3 1-4 Ib., 15c3 Ib., 50c. . 

EARLY GREEN CLUSTER. Very early, of medium size; 
excellent for table use and fine for pickling. 

EARLY RUSSIAN. Valuable for forcing; very early, 
hardy and prolific; fine for pickles or table use; solid, 
with few seeds and of good quality. 

EARLY WHITE SPINE. A very popular variety; grown 
for the market and for pickling; vines vigorous 
growers, producing an abundance of fruit. 

EARLY FRAME. For forcing; very productive; popu- 
lar for table use and for pickling. 

GREEN PROLIFIC. A short pickling variety, of fine 
form and flavor; very productive, crisp and tender. 
GIANT PERA. One of the most prolific bearers. The 
vines are strong and vigorous growers. The cucum- 
bers are set very close together and continue bear- 
ing until killed by frost. They grow uniform, smooth 
and straight. They are crisp, tender and excellent 


for slicing; very desirable for table use. 


NEW YORK EGG PLANT. PKT.. 10c: 2 PKTS., 15¢c. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. 87 


LETTUCE. 


Add 8c. per pound extra vf wanted by mail Packets, ounces and 1-4 lbs. mailed free.. 
Lettuce should have rich soil and frequent waterings; when wanted as a cut salad, sow thickly in rows or 
broadcast. One ounce of seed will Sow 150 fect of drill. Culture directions on each package. 

BIG BOSTON. Much resembling the Boston Market; 
nearly twice its size, not quite so early, but more de- 
sirable on account of size and solidity; excellent for 
forcing in cold frames, or planting in open ground. 
The heads are large, solid and salable at all seasons of 
the year; the best lettuce for all market gardeners. 
Pkt’, 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 0z., 15c; % lb., 50c; lb., $1.75. 

NEW ICEBERG. The Iceberg, only recently intro- 
duced has proven to be very satisfactory. It hasmany 
advantages over other varieties, both as a cut and head 
lettuce. When only five inches high and before the 
heads form it can be used asa cut lettuce. As a head 
lettuce it has no superior; excellent in spring or sum- 
mer. Pkt., 6c; 0z., 20c; 14 lb., 60c; lb., $2.00. BIG BOSTON LETTUCE. PKT., 4c; 3 PKTS., 10c. 

EARLY CURLED SILESIA. A fine, early curled variety; does not head; leaves large, tender and fine flavored. 

Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 10c; 34 Ib., 30c; Ib., $1.00. 

EARLY TENNISBALL. A good heading lettuce and one of the best for forcing or planting in open ground. 

Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 10c; 14 Ib., 25c. 

NEW YORK. A fine summer lettuce, not likely to run to seed. Price same as the Early Tennisball. 

GOLD NUGGET. A beautiful, small, Ne DENVER MARKET. An excellent 
hard-headed variety; very quick early head lettuce, either for forcing 
growth; outer leaves, a rich, golden or the- open ground; large, solid 
yellow color, making it very at- heads. Pkt., 4c; 0z., 15¢; 4 1b., 40ce. 
fractive—see illustration, Leases GRAND RAPIDS. The best variety 
po ee er ealge ‘for forcing; leaves of medium size 
dens. Pkt.,4c; 0z., 15c; 4 lb., 40c. : Spee leeds a. aa om 

/ light yellowish—green color, crisp, 

WHITE CABBAGE. One of the ear- tender and of good quality; retains 

tik a ce ee le ‘ ee its freshness a long time after cut- 
r nder a risp; sure t eS BR ee errr. er ee Sei ee 
bel Pit. 3c; 02., foe's iP ees GOLD NUGGET. PKT., 4c; 3 PKTS., 10c. ee — ea, weet oe 

BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON. Large, loose heads, of excellent quality and remain in good condition a long time. A 
very popular market variety. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c; oz., 10c: &{ Ib., 25e. 

HANSON. The best hard-headed lettuce in cultivation; fine, large, solid heads of the most delicious flavor, which 
remain rich, tender and sweet allsummer. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 10c; 1 Ib., 30c; Ib.. 81.00. 

TILTON’S WHITE STAR. A distinct variety, similar to the Simpson, but grows larger and more rapidly, has a 
thicker, darker leaf; blanches perfectly, is excellent in quality and a good shipper. Price same as Simpson. 

BUTTERCUP. A new variety from Germany, equally good for winter 
and summer use or for forcing; forms large, solid heads of a bright, 
attractive appearance. Pk.., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 0z., 15c; 14 lb., 50c. 

TOMHANNOCK. This variety forms a most attractive plant; the leaves 
grow upright and area beautiful, bronze, glossy color; crisp, tender 
and brittle. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 0z., 15c; % Ib., 40c; Ib., $1.50. 

GREEN FRINGED. A very ornamental variety: good quality as well as 
ornamental. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts, 10c. 


GOURDS--Each: Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 25c. 


The following varieties will be found useful for household and farm 
purposes. Full directions for planting printed on every package : 

JAPANESE NEST-EGG. A native of Japan, extensively grown for nest- 
1. SUGAR. 2. DIPPER. 4. TOWEL. eggs and ornamental purposes. The gourds resemble in size, shape 
and color a hen’s egg; can be used to advantage in darning stockings. 

DISHCLOTH, OR LUFFA. The peculiar lining of this gourd partakes of the nature of a sponge; when dried it 
makes a good cloth or sponge. It is also used in many instances for making bonnets and is sometimes called 
Bonnet Gourds a good climber and very ornamental as well as useful. 

SUGAR TROUGH. These are useful for many household purposes. They grow quite large, have thick, hard shells, 
but are very light and durable; in many instances have been kept as long as ten years. 

THE DIPPER. This variety is also useful for many household purposes. They are easily prepared for use as dip- 
pers, which will last for years; excellent for dipping hot liquids. 

KOHL RABI--Each: Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 0Z., I5C. 
Early White Vienna. The best for market or table use. Purple Vienna. The same as the white, except in color. 
E. C. Phelps, Secretary, Waterloo Ditch Power Company, of Oregon, Oct. 23, 1895, writes: “It gives me 
pleasure to speak in flattering terms of the fine quality of the seeds received from you last spring. While the 


tests made of them have not been so full as I wished to make, they have fully shown the fine Quality of the seeds 
in purity and germinating and in strength of growth.” 


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: MUSK MELONS. 


One ounce of seed will plant about sixty hills ; two to three pounds for one acre. 
Add 8c. per pound extra if tuo be sent by mail. Packets, ounces and 14 lbs. mailed free. 

Our melons are all grown especially for seed, none being sold in the market, and no seed saved from any but 
the finest and best. Wehave carefully tested nearly all thenew varieties as they have been brought out, and have 
selected the following as the best and most profitable, either for large growers or private families. 

= THE BANQUET. A grand new variety: medium size, 
flattish at both ends and beautifully netted (see illus- 
tration). Flesh a deep rich sakmon color, and of a very 
pleasant, sweet flavor. Plant the Banquet, and always 
have good melons. Pkt., 3c; 0z., 10ce; 1 Ib., 15c; Ib., 50c. 
DELMONICO. This melon has given great satisfac- 
tion. The flesh is sweet and delicious. The melons are 
oval in shape and very deeply netted. The vines are 
thrifty and very prolific. Price same as the Banquet. 
ACME, 0R BALTIMORE. The most popular melon in 
Baltimore, where it is known as Baltimore Citron. It 
is quite early, very large and showy; one of the best 
for shipping. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; 3 lb., 15c; Ib., 50c. 
aA MILLER’S CREAM (Osage). A beautiful, slightly 
? ribbed melon, but little netted, very uniform and reg- 
ular in size. The flesh is arich salmon color and very 
Ses — thick meated. The flavor is deliciously sweet, spicyand ~ 
Z; —< SS fragrant. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; oz., 10c; 1/Ib., 15e; Ib., 45c. 
a orauaageeieing es ee BAY VIEW. One of the largest Musk Melons in culti-. 
foe eae Cae oa ee vation; very prolific. Price same as Miller’s Cream. 
MONTREAL NUTMEG. Very large, nearly round, slightly ribbed, thickly netted, very thick meated, rich, spicy 
and delicious; an excellent keeper and all-around mellon. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; oz., 10c; 14 Ib., 15c; Ib., 45c. 
THE PRINCESS. A distinct melon and one of the best, both for market and the home garden; nearly round, dark 
green skin and heavily netted. Fleshsalmon color, very rich and sweet. Pkt., 3c; 0z., 10¢; 14 Ib., 15c.; Ib., 45e. 
SUPEPIOR. A fine, new, densely netted, S——_—. EARLY JENNIE LIND. A popular, small 
round variety; handsome in appearance, (PAIN early variety, flattened at each end, ribbed 
very productive and of quick growth. and closely netted—see illustration. Flesh 
The flesh is thick, of a light green color, 3 light green and very fine fiavor. The seed 
rich and sweet flavored. A Superior melon @ we offer has been carefully selected. Pkt., 
for the home garden. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; oz., 10c; 34 lb., 15c; Ib., 45e. 
5e; oz., 10c; 14 Ib., 15c; Ib., 50c. NETTED GEM. An early melon, almost 
CASABA, OR GIANT. A very large melon globe shape; very uniform in size and thick 
of excellent quality, long and oval, with g meated; flesh fine and luscious. They are 


very sweet green flesh. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., Jo.nip - aD. PKT., 3c. et solid and will Keep several days 
5c; oz., 10c; 1¢ Ib., 15c; Ib., 50c. ter picking. Price same as Jennie Lind. 

WINTER PINEAPPLE. Aremarkable melon, different from any variety ever before introduced; well adapted to 
a Southern climate and useful on account of its keeping qualities. The melons grow to a fair size and have a 
most delicious, rich, spicy, fragrant taste, partaking of the flavor of a pineapple. Picked from the vines before 
fully ripe, laid away in a cool, dry place they will keep until after Christmas; when wanted for use they should 
be placed in a warm room for a few days. Pkt., 5c; 0z., 15¢; 74 Ib., 40c. 

EARLY HACKENSACK. A wonderful productive variety; very 
popular with market gardeners. Grows to a large size, 
nearly round, slightly flattened at the ends—see illustration. 
The skin is green and thickly netted; flesh of very rich 
flavor. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 10c; 14 Ib., 15c; Ib., 50c. 

THE CHAMPION MARKET. A splendid musk melon of supe- 
rior qualities; very handsome, unusually productive; very 
sweet and spicy; best adapted as to size for market purposes. 
Six of these melons will fill an ordinary basket. They are 
thickly netted, thin, but firm and solidrind. The best vari- 
ety for shipping. Pkt., 4c; oz., 10c; 14 Ib., 25c; Ib., 30c. es 

SOUTHERN BEAUTY. A new variety; medium size; very pro- 207 
lifie and solid. Itis highly praised by the originator, an ="aly 
extensive melon grower. Price is moderate this season. ; 
Gardeners should try its merits. PKt., 6c; 2pkts., 10c; 0z., 15e. = 

MANGO MELON (Vegetable or Vine Peach). This vegetableis = 
more like a peach, but growing ona vine like a melon. Fruit 
golden-yellow in color, resembling an orange in shape and 
size; flesh snowy white; can be used when green like Egg- 
Plant, also make splendid mangoes, Pkt., 5c; 0z., ldc, 


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EARLY HACKENSACK MELON, PRT.,, 3¢c; 2PETS.,50. 


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TWO NEW WATERMELONS. 


If to be sent by mail, add sc. per lb. extra. Pkts., 0z., 1-4 lbs. mailed free. 


Packet. 6cs 0z., 15c3 1/ Ib., 35c3 Ib., $1.00. 


THE WONDERFUL SUGAR MELON. An entirely new and distinct variety the most magnificent and perfect melon 
in every sense of the word, taking the lead everywhere. It is early, large, handsome, heavy, a good shipper, 
long keeper, of bright color and the best quality. Carloads of these fine melons have been sold when no other 
kind wassalable. The vine is a vigorous grower and excessively productive. The melons are large, heavy, uni- 
formly mottled light and dark green (see illustration above, which has been sketched from nature), rind thin, 
but firm, flesh bright red, firm, solid, but very tender, melting and sweet; remains in condition for use longer 
than any other. It is certain to become the most popular melon in cultivation. During the past three years it 
has been tested by many of the leading growers, all of whom have, without hesitation, pronounced it the best 
melon ever brought to their notice—see foot note. It has also been tested commercially to a large extent—car- 
oads having been grown and readily sold at a time when other varieties were rotting in the fields for lack of 
purchasers. Hundreds of letters have been received praising this splendid variety, and we heartily recommend it, 
knowing that our customers will not be disappointed. Our seed has been saved from the finest specimens grown 
from selected stock seed by one of the largest and most reliable seed growers in the country. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 
10ce; 0z., 15c; 14 Ib., 35e; 1b., $1.00. Special prices on large quantities. 

Prof. Massey of N. C., says regarding The Wonderful Sugar Melon: ‘‘I was the first to bring this melon to 
public notice. My notice was prompted solely by the fact that I was satisfied that it was the best Watermelon I 
ever ate. I have not the slightest financial interest in the sale of the seed, and I feel perfectly free in regard to 
giving my opinion. There is no getting around the fact that The Wonderful Sugar Melon is far the sweetest 
and greatly excels any melon ever tested by me. I have grown nearly every melon heretofore introduced, and 
can sincerely say that this is the best one of them all.” 


HOOSIER KING. 


A Watermelon with exceptional qualities. A large numbe; 
of excellent melons have recently been introduced, but 
none excel the Hoosier King. It originated in the 
southern part of Indiana by a grower who catered to 
the Chicago and Indianapolis markets. He regards it 
the very best all-purpose melon ever yet introduced. It 
is the best shipper known, and is also a very showy 
melon, presenting a beautiful appearance both in the 
field and in the market. The melons grow oblong, and 
are of an even diameter through their entire length, as 
shown in our illustration. The flesh is a brilliant red, 
very solid, sweet and luscious. The skin is striped 
light and dark green; the rind is very thin, but ex- 
tremely hard, which renders it the best shipper. Pkt., 
Be; oz., 10c; 14 lb., 25c; Ib., 80c. 

Mr. A. Spencer, from Bradford county, Pa., October 


HOOSIER KING. PKT., 5c; 0Z., 10c; LB., 80c. 
28th, 1895, says: ‘I planted all my seeds received from you and they came up splendid, but my tomato plants 
were killed by the frost. 'The Watermelons and Faxon Squash (see page 95) are the finest we ever raised. A lady 
of wide experience with hotel life, and from Colorado, ate dinner with us when we had some Faxon Squash and 
pronounced it the best squash she had ever ate. Our seasons are too short for melons, but what did get ripe ~vere 


the largest and finest we ever raised.” 


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WATERMELONS. 


If to be sent by mail, add 8c. per pound extra. 
\\ f fi} KOLB’S GEM. A splendid variety, one that has created quite a, 
\\ Za sensation among the melon growers. It is one of the largest, most 
SA productive, best keeping and shipping melon ever grown; very 
7 uniform in size—see illustration; thin, hard rind, and unusually 
sweet, sugary and delicious. They are very productive; ripen 
early and in every way a first-class melon. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 
oz., 10¢; Yith:, 15c; Ib., 45c. 

THE DIXIE. A new melon; a cross between the KOLB’S GEM and 
MOUNTAIN SWEET. The outer skin isdark green and very beauti- 
fully striped; flesh deep scarlet, firm, sweet, sparkling and re- 
: freshing. The Dixie is one of the best eating and most productive © 
melons ever introduced. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 14 1b., 15e; Ib., 50c. 


on ene 7 <a FLORIDA FAVORITE. A most delicious melon; medium size and 
M WATEKMELON. PKT., 3c. very prolific; flesh deep red, crisp, juicy and delicious; very de- 
sirable for truckers who wish to have the first melons in market and for private families who want the’most 
delicious melons for the table. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c; oz., 10c; 14 lb., 15c; Ib., 50c. 

OTHER STANDARD VARIETIES. 

We offer aI following Watermecions at the uniform price of: Pkt., 3c.3 2 pktsS., 5¢.3 62.5 10¢.3 1 Ib., 15¢.3 Ib., 50c. 
eae S Early. V ery desirable for an early melon, either for market or home use; sweet and productive. 
iene tenet of uniformly medium size, dark green skin, brilliant red colored fiesh, rich, sugary. 
wa eea 5 neo Be best melons both for shipping and keeping; of good size, solid, sweet and luscious. 

e emino Ce A long, round melon, of the most desirable shape and form; thin rind and red- flesh. 
Dark Icing. This melon can scarcely be praised too highly; very solid, thin rind, rich and luscious. 
Ruby Gold. A new melon, varies in color—red and yellow predominating while growing side by side. 
The Volga. Exceedingly hardy; will succeed anywhere; bright, red flesh, sweet and fine flavored. 
Colorado Preserving. A Citron, quite distinct; very productive; flesh firm and solid, with few seeds. 


MARTYNIA. 

A vegetable highly prized 
for pickles; use green or when 
about half grown. Pkt.. 4c; 
3 pkts., 10c; oz., 15c. 
MUSTARD. 

Oz., pkt., 5c¢.3 14 tb., 15¢. 
White. Best for salads. 
Black. Very useful. 
Chinese. New; the best. 


PARSNIPS. 

Wellknown as a de- 
licious table vegeta- 
,~ ble, butfor feeding lit- 
*.. tle appreciated; very 
i rich and sugary; val- 
i; Uable for stock feed- 
ir? ing. 
. GUERNSEY. An 
‘improved strain, in 
}/many ways much su- 
perior to any other. 
The roots are smooth 
and carry their thick- 
ness well down. The 
flesh is very fine grain- 
ed and excellent fia- 
vor. Pkt., 3c: 02., 5¢; 
1% Ib., 15e; Ib., 50c. 

Long Smooth (fol- 
: low Crown). The best 
variety for general 
PRT., 3¢. eultivation. Very 


LONG SMOOTH. 
large, smooth (see illustration), white, sweet and of 
superior quality. Pkt., 3c; 0z., 5c: }4 Ib., 15c; Ib., 40c. 

The Student. A good half-long variety, very smooth, 
sweet and of delicate flavor; especially adapted to shal- 
low soil. Pkt., 3c; 0z., 5c; 4 Ib., 15e; Ib., 45e. 


MUSHROOMS. 

One of the most profitable 
crops; can easily be grown in 
any ordinary cellar or barn. 
The cultivation of MUSHROOMS 
is greatly on theincrease. A cir- 
cular on culture, given free on 
&, application, with every order. 
E= English Spawn. In pound 
~ pricks. Lb., 15c; 10 Ibs., $1.00. 

PEEK 
One ounce of seed will sow about 100 feet of drill. 

Valuable for soups and salads and excellent when 
sliced and cooked like peas. Full directions for plant- 
ing and blanching printed on each package. 

LONDON FLAG. A large and most excellent variety; 
broad leaves on both sides, like a flag. Pkt., 3c; 0z., 
10c; 1% Ib., 25c. 

GIANT ITALIAN. A variety which has given satisfac- 
tion everywhere; very easily grown, of large size, mild 
and agreeable. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; 14 1b., 30c. 

SCOTCH CHAMPION. A newand a very choice vari- 
ety; extra large, rapid growth and very hardy. ‘the 
edible stem is six to eight inches long and three inches 
thick. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % Ib., 50c. 

SOKRA- 

Extensively grown for the seed pods, which are very 
nutritious and are largely used in soups; should be gath- 
ered when young and tender. Culture directions on 
each package. 

WHITE YELVET. The plants of this variety are dis- 
tinct in appearance and manner of growth; pods larger 
and thicker; flesh more tender and nutritious. Pkt., 
8e; oz., 10c; 14 Ib., 15c; Ib., 45e. 

DWARF PROLiFIC. A fine, new dwarf variety; very 
prolific; short, thick pods. Pkt., 3c; 0z., 10c; 4 Ib., 
15c; Ib., 50c. are 

NASTURTIUM. Indian Cress. 
Tall Yellow. For pickling or salads. Pkt., 3c; 0z.. i0c. — 
For Dwarf Nasturtiums—See Flower Seed pages. 


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MUSHROOMS. 


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ONION SEED. 


It to be sent bg mail add 8c. per pound extra. 

Our Onion Seed is first-class in every respect, and has been 

grown with the utmost care from perfect bulbs. 
THE TWO LARGEST. 

PRIZETAKER. The largest and most handsome yellow globe Onion 
in cultivation; one that has proved to be an excellent keeper, of 
the finest flavor, handsome in shape and very productive. Onions 
have been grown from seed to weigh over 5 lbs. the first year. 
The Prizetaker always grows globe shape, skin a bright straw- 
color, and ripens up hard, solid and fine flavored. Pkt., 6c; 2 
pkts., 10c; 0z., 25c; 14 1b., 5c; Ib., $1.50. Beware of cheaper seed. 

MAMMOTH SILVER KING. The largest and most beautiful onion 
in the world. Single specimens have weighed over 4 lbs. fromseed 
the first year. The skin is a silvery white; the flesh snow white, 
fine grained, mild and pleasant flavored. They grow large, smooth, 
perfect in form and shape; ripen early; always command a high 
price, Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; 0z., 20c; 14 lb., 60c; lb., $2.00. 

RED SKINNED VARIETIES. 
Pkt., 4c.3 3 pkts., 10.3 O25 15¢.3 14 Ib., 45c.3 Ib., $1.20. 

EXTRA EARLY RED. This variety matures early; of medium 
size; deep red in color, very close grained, solid and heavy. 

LARGE RED GLOBE. A very handsome variety. It matures 
quite early and grows to a large size—see illustration. 

LARGE RED WETHERSFIELD. ‘The standard red variety. 
Grows to a large size; skin deep purplish red; flesh purplish white, 
fine grained and strong flavored. Productive and a good keeper. 

YELLOW SKINNED VARIETIES. 
PKt., 4c.3 3 pkts., 10c.3 oz, 15c3 1¢ Ib., 45c. 

YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS. The most popular yellow onion 
growx; a fine productive variety of good size, globe shaped—see 
illustration; flesh white,mild and fine flavored. Lb., 85c. 

YELLOW STRASBURG. One of the oldest varieties; bulbs 
of good size; skin yellow, of darker color than the Danvers; flesh 
white and of mild flavor; very desirable for sets. Lb., $1.60. 

SOUTHPORT YELLOW GLOBE. A large, perfectly globe-shaped 
onion; firm, fine-grained and mild flavor; a good keeper. Lb., $1.20. 

WHITE SKINNED VARIETIES. 
PKt., 10c.3 2 pkts., 15c.3 02., 20c.3 14 Ib., 70c.3 Ib., $2.60. 

SILVER SKIN. A popular variety—a favorite with market gar- 
deners and truckers; grows to a large size, is hardy and prolific. 

LARGE WHITEGLOBE. Similar toS. Y. Globe, except in color. 

ITALIAN VARIETIES. 
A uniform price. Pkt., 10c.3 2 pkts.. 15c.3 02., 20c.3 1/ Ib., 60c3 Ib., $2.00. 
Extra Early Pearl. Very handsome and attractive. Early Barietta. The earliest of all onions. 


The Queen. Silver-skinned; early; fine for market. Giant Red Rocca. Bright skin, mild and delicate. 
Large Red Tripoli. A large red onion, mild and fine flavored. 


92 LITE LOVETT COMPANY (LE (STAVE he nye 


GARDEN PEAS. 


If to be sent by mail, add 8c. per pint, or 15c. per quart extra. 
Our seed peas are grown with the utmest care. One quart to 100 feet of drill. Those marked* are wrinkled varieties. 
EXTRA EARLY VARIETIES. 

Uniform Price: 20z. pkts., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; pt., 20c; qt., 25c. 

FIRST OF ALL. The best extra early Pea in cultivation: 
unequalled for excellence, yield, size of pods and regularity of 
growth; ery early, productive and ripening all at the same 
time; can be gathered in two pickings. Peck, $1.00; bu., $3.75. 

*AMERICAN WONDER. A distinct and fine flavored variety, 
which grows only eight to ten inches high; very early ana 
productive enough for ordinary family use. Peck, $1.50. 


*LITTLE GEM. ‘Truly a gem; very early and dwarf. It 
needs no support and is very productive. Peck, $1.25. 


*PREMIUM GEM. An improvement on the Little Gem, both 
in height, color and quality; very prolific. Peck, $1.24. 

ALASKA. The earliest blue pea; a small variety; the most 
desirable for shipping. Ripens early and uniform. Peck, $1.15. 

*LAXTON’S ALPHA. Fine quality and very prolific; pods 
large and well filled; and well adapted to the home garden. 

DANIEL O’ROURKE. One of the earliest standard varieties 
for market gardeners; height two and one half feet. 


SECOND EARLY VARIETIES. 
Packet, 6c: 2 pkts., 10Oc.; pt., 15c.; qt., 25c. 
*ABUNDANCE. A wrinkled variety of excellent quality; 
pods three inches long and well filled. Peck, $1.10; bu., $4.00. 


*THE MARKET GARDEN. Very popular as a market vari- 
ety: very prolific and requires no brushing. The pods are 
filled with peas of the most delicious flavor. Peck, $1.15. 

MELTING SUGAR. The best edible podded variety; the pods 
are large, flat, tender and brittle; should be prepared when 
young the same as Wax Beans; also very good as a shelled pea. 

DWARF SUGAR. Height two feet; possessing the same good 
qualities as the Melting Sugar, but not so large or prolific. 

GENERAL CROP VARIETIES. 


Packet, 1Oc:; 2 pkts., 15c¢35 piz, 20c7; Gt-, ~oc. 
STRATAGEM. The sweetest and best flavored of any Pea in 

cultivation; large pods, often six inches long and containing 
THE STRATAGEM PEA. PRKT., 10c;2 PKTS., 15c. mnineor ten large peas—see illustration; very productive. 

*CHAMPION OF ENGLAND. One of the best, and the most popular late variety. The pods are of large size; 
the peas are large and of excellent quality. The vines grow about five feet high and are very productive; the 
standard late variety for either market or private families. Peck, 80c. 

*AMERICAN CHAMPION (Duke of Albany). One of the largest and most productive peas in cultivation. Its 
flavor and quality closely resemble the well-known Champion of England. The pods are produced in pairs and 
are well filled with a large number of fine large peas of the best quality. 

*EVERBEARING. Of branching habit, producing a large number of stalks from a single stalk root; stands 
well without brushing; large pods of fine quality: very productive and continues along timein bearing. Peck, $1.15. 

BLACK-EYED MARROWFAT. Hardy and productive; well adapted for field culture. Peck, 60c; bu., $2.00. 


CAL. RED PEANUT. 


The largest an’ most productive Peanut ever 
cultivated. Almost every one has a liking for 
peanuts. They are nutritious, palatable and ; 
pleasant eating, and if rightly understood can 
be as easily raised as cabbage and potatoes. 
The Mammoth California Red is a beautiful red 
peanut; a strong, rank, hardy and vigorous 
grower, standing upright and producing the 
most luscious nuts in abundance. The nutsare 
fine and contain from three to four large, fat 
kernels (see illustration of one pod sketched from nature) of a remarkably rich and pleasant flavor. Direc- 
tions for growing will be printed on each package. Large, liberal packet, 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; pt., 15c; qt., 25c.; postpaid. 

PARSLEY. 
Used for garnishing and seasoning; seed is slow to germinate. One ounce will sow 150 feet or drill. 
Plain. The best for seasoning; tender leaves, but not so attractive. Pkt., 8c; 2pkts., 5c; 0z., 10c; 7 Ib., 15c. 
Moss Curled. Leaves handsomely curled, like moss; very attractive. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; oz., 10c; 74 Ib., 20c. 
Fern-Leayed. A new variety, very curly; of fine form and color. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5¢; 0z., 10c; 74 1b., 20¢. 


LHe TOVETT COMPANY, LIIee. SILVER, N. /. 93 


PUMPKINS. 


Onc ounce of seed Sufficient for fifteen hills; one pound for an acre. 
Add 8c. per pound extra if to be sent by mail. Packets, ounces and 4 lbs. mailed free. 


FOR PIES. ode 5, 
JAPANESE. The best : ns SEs 2A 
pumpkin for general cook- e ee NN 2 OG, hor po 


ing purposes. They grow to 
a medium size, ripen early 
and will keep until late in 
the spring. The flesh is a 
rich salmon color, remarka- 
bly dry, sweet and fine fla- . 
vored. The seeds are curi_ * 
ously marked'and can easily 
be distinguished. Pkt., 3c; 
2 pkts., 5c; oz., 10c; 44 lb., 
25c; lb., 80c. 

GALHOUN. The best pie 
pumpkin and will keep the 
year around; medium size, 
handsome, solid, and of most 
excellent quality; skin dark cream color; thi¢k-meated and extra fine flavor. Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; 14 lb., 30ce. 

QUAKER PIE. A distinct variety; excellent for pies. The shape is nearly oval; color creamy-white, both 
inside and out; flesh is sweet, rich and fine grained; an excellent keeper. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; oz., 10c; 14 Ib., 25c. 

DUNKARD. A hybrid which originated with the Dunkards in Pennsylvania, by whom it is highly esteemed. 
It is oblong 1n shape and weighs upwards of twenty-five pounds. The flesh is of a bright golden yellow, very 
rich and sweetin flavor; wonderful keeper. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5¢; oz., 10c; 14 Ib., 25c. 

JUMBO. Genuine Mammoth. The largest Pumpkin in the World, very often exceeding two hundred pounds in 
weight. John Wilbur, Hill County, Texas, raised a Jumbo pumpkin that weighed three hundred and fifty pounds. 
Notwithstandig their enormous size, they are one of the very best pie pumpkins grown and are also splendid 
keepers. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15¢; 0z., 20c; % Ib., 50c. 

SWEET POTATO. Also a splendid pie pumpkin; pear-shaped and of medium size; skin and flesh creamy-white, 
dry and close grained; very productive and a good keeper. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; oz., 10c; 14 Ib., 20c; lb., 60c. 

SUGAR. The gem of pie pumpkins. As fine-grained as a squash; of a rich color; excellent either when sim- 
ply boiled or when made into pie. Very productive and profitable as a market crop. Pkt., 3c; 0z., 10c; 14 Ib., 15e. 

CHEESE (Kentucky Field). An old-fashioned variety, highly prized by many as a pie pumpkin, but very 
valuable on account of its great productiveness for feeding purposes. Oz. pkt., 10c; 2 0z., 15c; 14 1b., 20e; Ib., 50c. 

CONNECTICUT FIELD. The most valuable for general cultivation. Large crops can be grown among corn 
and no other pumpkin will produce such results; indispensable for feeding stock in winter. 14 lb., 10c; lb., 25c. 


PEPPERS. 


One ounce of seed Should produce 1200 plants. 


CELESTIAL. This variety deserves a prominent place in every flower gar- 
den. The plants are set with peppers very early and continue bearing until 
frost. The peppers are carried upright, part of them yellow and part scarlet, 
& making a very attractive appearance. Good quality and sharp flavor; very 
useful for seasoning. Pkt., 4c.; 3 pkts., 10c; 0z., 25c. 

GOLDENDAWN. A splendid variety resembling Bell in shape, but of a bright 
yellow color; in flavor so mild that it can be eaten as readily as anapple. Pkt., 
4e;'3 pkts., 10c; 0z., 20c; 14 Ib., 50c. 

GOLDEN UPRIGHT. A distinct variety; upright fruit on stiff stems. The 
peppers are large, handsome and free from any hot taste; very desirable for 
mangoes. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts, 10c; 0z., 25c; 14 lb., 70c 

BELL, OR BULLNOSE. Large and very early, flavor mild and pleasant. 
The most popular variety for mangoes. Pkt., 3c; oz., 15c; 14 Ib., 50c; 1b., $1.80. 

Red Cluster. A beautiful variety for ornamental purposes, brilliant red fruit 
i; borne in clusters; very pungent. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 0z., 25c. 

RUBY KING. The Ruby King when ripe isa beautiful ruby-red color (see illustration); very thick-meated, 
remarkably mild and pleasant. They are entirely free from any hot or fiery taste, and can be eaten sliced like 
tomatoes or cucumbers. The finest and best pepper for mangoes ever introduced. Pkt., 4c; 0z., 20c; 14 lb., 60c. 

SMALL PEPPERS FOR PICKLING, etc. 
Red Cayenne, Red Chili, and Red Cherry. Fruit small, useful and ornamental. Pkt., 4c: 3 pkts., 10c; 0z., 20c. 


Mr. E. G. Keen, Chester Co., Pa., Oct. 10, 1895, writes: ‘I beg to inform you of the success I had from seeds 
received from you. I have nothing but praise to offer, although the severe drought has injured some things very 
much, yet my Pumpkins, Peppers, Squashes and Tomatoes were the first of any raised in this neighborhood. I 
always take pleasure in recommending your house, knowing my friends will get from you just what they order. 


94 THE LOVETT COMPANSGAAIT TLE STF Pie ova 


RADISHES. 


One ounce of seed will plant 100 fcet of drill. 
: If to be sent by mail, add 8c. per pound extra. Packets, ounces and 14 lbs. mailed free. 


EARLY VARIETIES. 

Liberal PkKt., 3c.3 2 pktS., 5¢.$ OZ, 10¢.$ 1-4 Ib., 20c. 

RED ROCKET (Fig. 1). This has a very small top 
and is the best for forcing. Small, round, deep red; 
flesh crisp and tender. Radishes fit for market may be | 
had in twenty days from time of sowing. Lb., 60c. 

EARLIEST CARMINE (Rosy Gem) Fig. 4. A beauti-— 
ful radish; ornamental for table use and unexcelled 
for forcing, growing very rapidly; fast becoming the 
favorite market variety. Lb., 60c. i 

SCARLET GLOBE. Not quite as early, but larger 
than the Red Rocket; fresh white, crisp and tender’ 
The best large, round variety for forcing. Lb., 70c. ; = 

FRENCH BREAKFAST (Fig 5). A beautiful radish of quick growth: small top, *} 
medium size, olive-shaped, very crisp and tender. Color, rich scarlet with pure 
white tip. A favorite in market, and highly recommended for the table. Lb., 45c. 

EARLY RED TURNIP. One of the earliest and considered the main stand-by with market 
gardeners and private families; none earlier, more attractive or of better quality. They 
are remarkably crisp, juicy and very pleasant to the taste. Lb., 50c; 5 Ibs., $2.00. Wa 

EARLY WHITE TURNIP (Fig. 3). Similar in shape to the Early Scarlet Turnip, not quite so early, but ‘ 
larger; skin and flesh white, tender and crisp. A favorite with market gardeners and truckers. Lb., 50c. 

Long Scarlet Short Top (Fig. 8). The favorite, early long radish for outdoor culture. Roots long and slender; 
flesh brittle and crisp; color, rich scarlet; of very quick and uniform growth. Lb., 45c. 

Scarlet Olive Shaped (Fig. 2). A fine forcing variety or for early planting. Very early, oblong in shape; deep 
scarlet; flesh rosy and tender. Handsome and attractive; excellent for the market. Lb.. 50c.. 

Brightest Long Scariect. The most handsome market variety. Grows rapidly, with very little top; mild 
flavored, crisp and tender; skin glowing scarlet, tipped with white. A splendid variety for forcing. Lb., 50c. 


SUMMER VARIETIES. 
Liberal Pkt., 3c.3 2 pktS., 5¢.$ 0Z., 10¢.3 1-4 Ib., 20c. 

CHARTIER (Fig. 9). The best summer radish. The roots are rose-colored tipped with white, of good shape and 
substance; fiesh white, crisp, tender and juicy, remaining a long time without running to seed. Lb., 60c. 

Giant White Stuttgart. A large, globe-shaped variety; flesh and skin pure white and of first-class quality; 
will withstand severe heat and can be grown with profit in the South. Lb’, 45c. 

Yellow Turnip. A very popular russet-colored, summer radish; stands the heat and well adapted for dry 
weather. The flesh is compact, white, solid, crisp and inclined to be pungent. Lb., 50c. 


Bilin LIA Long White Vienna (Lady Finger) Fig. 7. A pure white variety for outdoor 
WM VARGA Ey culture, long, straight and smooth. Flesh white, juicy and tender. The most 


S Ug 
TN A, S& handsome long white radish in cultivatiin. Lb., 70c. 
A \y mas \ Summer Kadishes (Mixed). The above summer varieties in mixture. Lb., 60c. 
=F WINTER VARIETIES. 
Liberal Pkt., 3c.3 2 pkts., 5c.3 0z., 10¢.3 1-4 Ib., 20c. 

Scarlet China (Fig. 6). The market gardeners favorite. Skin very smooth. 

Black Spanish. One of the latest and hardiest and an excellent keeper. 

California White. The largest radish known; white root, of excellent quality. 

New White Chinese A large variety from China; flesh white and solid. 

Winter Radishes (Mixed). The above winter varieties in mixture. Lb., 70c. 

RHUBARB (Pie Plant). 
For Rhubarb Roots see Garden Roots. 
Myatt’s Victoria. The finest and best. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c: 1¢ Ib., 30c. 
SALSIFY (Vegetable Oyster). 

Salsify is one of the most delicious and nutritious of vegetables. It closely 
resembles the taste and flavor of an oyster, and properly cooked is a good sub- 
stitute. Full directions for planting and cooking on each package. 

Sandwich Island. Large, attractive roots. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 14 Ib., 40c. 

SPINACH. 

This is a very important market gardeners crop, as it is of easy culture and 
can be cut for use allsummer. Uniform price: Pkt., 3c; oz., 10c; 4 1b., 15c. 

Round Leaved. Generally cultivated for winter use; exceedingly hardy 

Thick Leaved. A fine market variety, producing a leaf of fine texture. 

Savoy Leaf. Leaves tender and very much curled. 

S. I. SALSIFY. PKT., 5c. Prickley. Very hardy and the best for winter planting. 


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C. W. Ehrlich, Scioto Co., Ohio, Oct. 19, 1895, says: ‘‘The seeds received from you all grew and dine well 
considering the dry weather. I would not hesitate to recommend them to everybody.” : 


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SQUASH. 


If to be sent by mail, add 8c. per pound extra. 
One ounce of seed will plant from twenty to forty hills; four to six pounds for one acre. 


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SUMMER VARIETIES. 


Pkt., 3c.3 2 pkts., 5.3 OZ, 10c.3 1-4 ib., 15¢. 
Early Yellow Crookneck. One of the most popular va- 
rieties for table use; can be stewed or fired like egg- 
plants; very early and productive. Lb., 50c. 


Giant Summer Crookneck (Fig. 4). One of the best 
summer squashes, resembling the Yellow Crookneck; 
larger size, and of a bright yellow and a very hard 
shell when ripe. Lb., 50c. 

White Pineapple (Fig 2). A very productive variety. 
Skin and flesh a creamy-white color; flesh fine grained 
and of excellent quality. Fine for a pie or custard. 


PERFECT GEM (Fig 3). A small squash of excellent 
flavor. It is such a good keeper that it is equally desir- 
able for summer or winter. 

Vegetable Marrow. A delicious English variety; quite 
distinct. Skin greenish white; flesh white, soft and of 
rich flavor. Very productive. 


DHREE OF THE BEST. 
Pkt., 4c.3 3 pkts., 10c.3 02., 15c.3 1-4 Ib., 20c. 
EARLY WHITE BUSH. The well-known white Patty- 

Pan Squash (see illustration, Fig. 5). The earliest to 

mature, very productive, light cream color, and an 

excellent keeper. The flesh is tenderand dry. Lb., 60c. 
GOLDEN CUSTARD. Resembles the White Bush, ex- 
except in color, which is a dark, rich golden yellow. 

These squash are large, and of the finest quality. 

WHITE CHESTNUT. A distinct variety, as its name 
indicates, of chestnut shape; flesh a lemon-yellow 
fine-grained, sweet and excellent in quality, suggesting 
the flavor of a boiled chestnut; very productive. 

WINTER VARIETIES. 
PKt., 3cs 2 pkts., 5c: 02., 10c.3 14 Ib., 20c. 

FAXON (Fig. 7). For price, description and larger 
illustration—see below. 

FORDHOOK. A new variety of merit. Grows from 
seven to nine inches long, of a clear lemon-yellow, small 
seed cavity; flesh dry and sweet; productive. Lb., 70c. 

HUBBARD (Fig. 1). A general favorite and thestand- 
ard winter variety. Of large size; flesh fine-grained, 
dry and of superior flavor; very productive and an 
extra good keeper. Lb., 60c; 2 Ibs., $1.00. 

Sibiey or Pike’s Peak. A very productive variety; 
flesh solid, dry and delicate in flavor. Excellent keeper, 
remaining good until late in spring. Lb., 50c. 

Essex Hybrid. One of the richest flavored, finest 
grained aud sweetest of all the squashes. Lb., 50c. 

Mammoth Chili (Fig. 6). Grows to an enormous size. 
The flesh is very thick, and of a bright orange color. 


FAXON SQUASH. 


This is no longer a novelty and is fast becoming very popular, both as a summer and winter variety. It is 
the best squash for any and all purposes; the best early, the best late, the best keeper and the best in quality. 1t 
ripens early and is very productive. The flesh isa deep orange yellow, very small seed cavity and few seeds. It 
is the best squash ever cooked (see testimonial page 89), and for pies it must be tried to be appreciated. A fair 
trial will convince all of its great value. Asa winter squash it has few superiors, being very fine grained, dry 
and exceedingly pleasant flavored. It will keep in good condition the year round, whether gathered ripe or green, 
a very desirable feature, as many 
squashes (especially the Hubbard) must 
be thoroughly ripe before frost or the 
crop islost. The Faxon we believe is des- 
tined to become the standard variety, 
both for home use and market purposes. 
Weare headquarters for this unrivalled 
variety—see illustration opposite, having 
purchased the stock seed. Pkt., 6c; 2 
pkts., -l0es0z.;* Loc: Ib., 25¢:7Ib.,, Oe; 
3 Ibs., $2.00; 5 Ibs., $3.00. 

Enoch Buchanan, of Ashland County, 
Ohio, Oct. 12, 1895, writes: ‘‘We are 
very much pleased with all received from 
youso far. The Faxon Squash did very 
well considering the dry weather, some 
vines having two fine squashes, where 
other varieties failed altogether.” 

H.C. Temple, Chester County, Pa., Oct. 
25, °95, says: The Faxon Squash from seed 
received of you is very fine, and looksas 
if it would keep until spring; for making 
pies it is equally as good as the old-fash- 
ioned Sweet Potato Pumpkin. 

A famous squash specialist, wrote us 
recently after having grown the Faxon 
for five years, that itis by far the finest 
in quality and the best in every way of 


any squash yet introduced. With the 
Faxon no one needs any other variety 


FAXON SQUASH. PKT., 6C.; 0Z%., 15C., 14 LB., 25C; LB., 70c. 


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TOMATOES. 


One ounce of seed Sufficient for 1500 plantss 1/ ib. (to transplant) for one acre. 
If to be sent by mail add 8c. per pound extra. Packets, ounces and 74 lbs. mailed free. 
my Our customers will please bear in mind that our to=- 

7 matoes are grown for Seed only, and used for no other 
purpose. We only offer what we have found to be, 
after a fair trial, the best varieties, and our seed is all 
saved from the finest and Lest specimens, and must be 
superior to that which is offered at lower prices, and 
which has been collected at canneries, etc. 

MITCHELL’S EARLY. The king of all early tomatoes. 
The first to ripen, of large size, smooth and productive. 
It is unsurpassed in quality, uniform in size, heavy, 
solid and of a beautiful red color. We recommend 
Mitchell’s Karly as the very best early tomato yet in- 
troduced. Pkt., 6c; oz., 15c; 14 Ib., 50c; Ib., $1.80. 

EARLY KUBY, An extra early, large-fruiting- vari- 
ety. The foliage is sparse and allows the sun to readily 
reach the fruit which clusters around the main stem. 
Quality very good; color bright red. Certain to be- 
come the leading market variety. Fkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 02., 20c; 14 lb., 60c; Ib., $2.25. 

DWARF CHAMPION; The Early Dwarf Champion grows on strong, upright bushes, keeping its fruit well up 
from the ground; owing to its dwarf habit it can be planted much closer than other varieties. The tomatoes are 
of fine size, round, smooth as an apple—see illustration, solid nearly through, deep red color and immensely pro- 
ductive. The best second early variety in cultivation. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 0z., 15c; 14 lb., 50c; lb., $1.80. 

EARLY ACME. The best known ROSY PEACH. A distinct va- 
tomato in cultivation, always riety, appropriately named, as 
gives general satisfaction. The the fruit resembles the peach in 
plants are strong, vigorous and ‘shape—see illustration—and. col- 
very productive. Fruit early, of or. The tomatoes are about two 
medium size, perfect form, and inches in diameter; skin soft and 
of a purplish-red color, ripening rubber-like, not glossy like other 
very evenly. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., tomatoes. Fine for eating outof 
5¢e; 0z., 15ce; 14 Ib., 45c; Ib. $1.60. hand, slicing or preserving. 

PARAGON. An old standard, Pkt., 5c; oz, 15e; 44 Ib., 50e; 
still preferred by many garden- Ib., $1.80. 
ers, canners and catsup makers. GOLDEN QUEEN (Sunrise). <A 
The fruit is of large size—see il- yellow variety—see illustration, 
lustration, with solid, well-col- of superior flavor; cannot be ex- 
ored flesh of superior flavor. A ‘ celled for eating raw, or for pre- 
vigorous grower with distinct, * serving. Desirable for slicing 
heavy foliage. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5 atte withred varieties. Pkt., 4c; 0z., 
5c; 0z., 15¢; 14 Ib., 45c; Ib., $1.60. PEACH TOMATO. PKT., 5C; O2Z., 15C. 30c; 14 Ib., 60c; lb., $2.00. 

ROYAL RED. Just the variety for truckers, canners and all others who want to raise large, smooth, solid and 
fine flavored tomatoes. The vines areremarkably strong, vigorous and healthy. The foliageis dark green and 
subject to neither blight nor mildew. The fruit begins to set early in the season, and the vines continue to bear 
fine, large tomatoes until frost. The tomatoes grow tc a size the most suitable for market purposes, are smooth, 
solia, with but few seeds and extra fine flavored. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 0z., L5e; }4 1b., 50c; lb., $1.80. 

NEW STONE. The King of the Livingston varieties, 
which are the best tomatoes, being large, smooth and beefy. 
The skin is a dark red; tomatoes of a good size, see illus- 
tration, and no green spots around the stem; flesh bright 
red, very few seeds, and positively no hard core; of the 
best possible flavor. They ripen medium early and bear 
abundantly. Plant the Stone and always have good toma- 
toes. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; oz., 20c; 14 Ib., 55c; Ib., $2.00. § 

TRUCKERS’ FAVORITE. The Truckers’ Favorite has f 
been pronounced by the most successful gardeners to be 
the best and most profitable tomato they have ever yet 
tried for canning and market purposes. The tomatoes 
grow invariably round, smooth and solid. The skin is 
purplish-red and remarkably strong, making them one of 
the best shippers. The flesh is a deep cherry-red, very few 
seeds, fine flavored. Ripens early, color up evenly and nev- 
er cracks. Pkt., 6c; 0z., 20e; 14 Ib., 60c; Ib., $2.25. 

Ked Cherry and Yellow Pear Shaped. Small fruited vari 
eties—see illustration; desirable for preserving. Each: 
Pkt., 5c; 0z., 25c; 14 Ib., 75c. 


NEW STONE TOMATO. PKT., 6C; OZ., 20C. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. J 97 


TURNIPS. 


One ounce of seed for 150 feet of drill; one pound will seed an acre, 
If to be sent by mail add 8c. per pound extra, Packets, ounces and 4 lbs. mailed free. 


A good crop depends very much upon the seed and | 
it is important to get the very best even if it costs a BN AY 
few cents per pound more. Our seed is from the best 
selected varieties and our prices are as low as it is 
possible to make them. 

White Globe Strapped Leaf. A perfect shaped bulb 
about six inches in diameter, with smooth, white skin; , 
flesh pure white, firm and crisp; one of the best keep- \ 
ers. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; oz., 10c; 14 lb., 15c; lb., 45c. 

Yellow Globe (Amber Globe) Fig. 2. The Yellow |e, 
Globe is one of the best and sweetest for table use; 
flesh firm and sweet and not watery when cooked. 
Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 0z., 10c; 4 lb., 15c; lb., 45c. 

Golden Ball (Fig. 4.) A small variety, perfectly Fs 
round in shape; but superior for table use; flesh yel- ~ 
low, of rapid growth, good flavor and never pithy; excellent keeper. Same price as Yellow Globe. 

TURNIP VARIETIES. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; oz., 10c; 1-4 lb., 15¢c. 

Extra Early Milan. The earliest and most handsome White Flat Dutch Strap Leaf. (Fig. 6). A very popu- 
turnip in cultivation; flesh snow-white; fine grained lar market variety. Grows quickly; skin white; flesh 
and of delicate flavor; an extra good keeper. juicy, of mild flavor and excellent quality. For early 

Purple Top Strap Leaf. The leading variety, more summer use, sow early in spring, and again in July and 
largely grown than any other; very productive and of August for autumn use. Our seed will produce fine, 
fine quality—scee illustration below. Lb., 40c. smooth turnips and can be depended on. Lb., 45ce. 

Eacly White Egg (Pig. 1). Bge- Long Cow Horn. A fine table va- 
shaped with thin, white skin; one riety; carrot-shaped roots, grow- 
of the best for table use; of the best ing half above the ground; flesh 
quality, smooth, sweet and fine pure white, sweet and fine flav- 
flavored; keeps well. It grows to ored. Lb., 50c. 

a good size, very firm, solid and Yellow Aberdeen (Purple Top). 
fine grained andis excellent as an Fig. 5. Highly valued for feeding 
early or late variety. Lb., 55c. purposes, partaking more of the 

Jezsey Navet. The best variety nature of a ruta baga than a tur- 
to sow in the fall; flesh white, del- nip. Very easily grown, hardy, 
icate and sweet, resembling a pars- =pee=— nutritious and productive; one of 
nip in shape. Lb., 55c. Gee Sas the best keepers. Lb., 45c. 
RUTA BAGAS. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts.. 5c; oz., 10c; 1-4 lb., 15c. 

Yellow Purple Top (Fig. 3). The best Ruta Baga for Large White. Remarkable for its nutritious proper- 
general purposes. For feeding stock it has noequal, ties, hardiness and long keeping qualities. Of large 
being solid, sweet, rich and nutritious. It will yield size, rich and sweet. Fine for winter use. Lb., 40c. 
one third more to the acre than any other variety. The The Menarch. A new and distinct variety, known as 
roots grow large, uniform in shape—see illustration, the New Tankard Ruta Baga, and which is becoming 
smooth and free from small rootlets. They will keep very popular; large oval-shaped roots ‘vith short necks; 
good until late in the spring. Lb., 45c; 8 Ibs., $1.25. flesh rich yellow and fine grained. Lb., 45c. 


HERBS. 


Every one should raise some of the 
following useful herbs. They are eas- 
ily grown, cost but little and possess 
valuable medicinal and culinary prop- 
erties. Those marked with an * are 


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il Hi mL | | | iti | | Hl I il iit | | | W// + Pkt., 5c; 0z., 15¢e; 34 Ib., 40c. 
i Pkt. oz. Ib. Pkt. oz. JA Ib. 
Anise. Used for garnishing and flavoring. 10; 25  *Lavender. A medicinal herb: pageant: Pies 
*Balm. For making tea: good for fevers. 25| 7 Margoram--Swect. noes os EG Ha 
Basil--Sweet. For flavoring and seasoning.| §)15| 40 *Pennyroyal. Agreea a a2 fare useful 
Bene. Beneficial in cases of cholera, etc. 15| 40 Rosemary. Ornamenta’; 4 ms s of croup. 
Borage. Easily grown; fine for bee pasture. *Rue. For medicinal use 1n ca eile: eee 
*Caraway. Much used for flavoring pastry.| 5) 10| 15 Saffron, Used in making Spee aire ge. 
*Catnip Used as a mild nervine for infants. 35 /1.00 Summer Savory. Much used ; ai avorims: 
Coriander. Generally used in confectionary.| 510, 20 *Savory--Winter. Useful for flavoring. 

Dill. Used as acondiment: a pungent taste.| 5\10| 20 *Tansy. Valuable for medicinal eae 
*Fennel--Sweet. Ornamental: used in sauces.| 5! 10) 25 *Thyme. For seasoning; headache sane J: 
*Horehound. Useful as a cough remedy. 5 20| 60 *Wormwood. Medicinal: used for poultry. 


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GRASS SEED. 


Prices subject to iluctuatiozs of the market. 
Tf to be sent by mail, add 8c. per pound extra. 
TIMOTHY. This is the most valuable of all the grasses for 
hay, especially in the North. Thrives best on moist loamy 
soils, and should be cut just when the blossom falls. Sow at 
the rate of twelve pounds to the acre. Bu., 45 lbs., market 
price. Lb., 15c. 
ORCHARD GRASS. One of the most valuable on account 
| of its quick growth. Desirable for permanent pastures and 
highly valuable to sow in orchards and other shady places, 
as it keeps the ground loose and mellow. Sowtwo bushels to 
/ 4theacre. Bu., 14 !bs., $2.25. Lb. 25c. 

RED TOP. A valuable native permanent grass, growing 
in almost any soil, moist or dry. It should be inevery lawn, 
meadow or pasture. Sow two bushels to the acre. Bu., 14 
Ibs., $1.20. Lb., 10c. ; 

KENTUCKY BLUE. Fancy Cleaned. Valuable for lawns 
when mixed with other varieties; thrives best in a dry soil, 
retaining its verdure in the hottest weather. Sow two bush- 
els to the acre. Bu., ‘4 Ibs., $2.00. Lb., 25c. 

PERENNIAL RYE. Very valuable for permanent pastures: 
succeeds well on almost any soil, and is largely used, mixed 
with other grasses, forlawns. Sow one and one-half to two 
bushels to the acre. Bu., 20 Ibs., $2.00. Lb., 15ce. 

SWEET VEKNAL. Useful to mix with other grasses for 


) ea ae DES pastures or lawns, emitting an agreeable odor when cut. 
Bu., 10 Ibs., $2.00. Lb., 25e. (== Many of these grasses are used in our mixture—See 3rd page of cover, 


~ SUNFLOWER. 


Four quarts will plaat one acre. 

Mammoth Russian. Every farmer 
should plant some of this seed; itis the 
best egg-producing food known for poul- 
try: can be planted any time in a waste 
= piece of ground. Very productive, 
single heads often measuring twelve to 
twenty-two inches in diameter, and con- 
taining an immense quantity of seed. 
Bu., 64 Ibs., $8.00. Lb., 5c. 


CRIMSON CLOVER. 


The best crop for Hay, Silage and Green= 
Manuring—Fall, Winter and Spring 
Pasturage. 

This is one of the most important 
plants of recent introduction, and is 
destined to save the farmers of the 
United States thousands of dollars in 
the way of manure to fertilize their 
crops and enrich their soil. The CRIM- 
SON CLOVER is one of the most rapid- 
growing plants we have. Threeor four : 
cuttings can be made in one year into the best of hay, which is superior 
even to common red clover. Sownin September it will make a heavy 
crop to turn under for manure the next spring. Sown in February, 
March, April or May, it will make a heavy yield, which can either be 
used for hay, or if plowed under in the fall will equal the best barn-yard 
manure and more lasting than any commercial fertilizer. Sow ten 
pounds to the acre. Bu., 60 lbs., $4.25; 30 Ibs., $2.25; lb., 18ce: } Ib., de. 

LUCERNE, or Alialia Clover. Well adapted to almost any soil, pro- 
ducing from three to four cuttings annually. It grows three feet high 
and is very productive, even in a dry season. Sow ten pounds to the 
acre. Bu., 60 lbs., 36.50; 30 lbs., $3.50; lb., 15¢e; 4 Ib., 5c. 

ALSIKE, or Hybrid Clover. A perennial with a strong fibrous root; 
takes a strong, firm hold in the ground and will not easily wash out. 
Very hardy, prolific, sweet and fragrant. Sow in spring or fall, six 
pounds to the acre. Bu., 60 Ibs., $7.50; 30 Ibs., $4.00; Ib., 15e; 3¢ Ib., 5c. 

White Dutch Clover. The best to sow with lawn grass Sow six pound 
to the acre. Bu., 60 lbs., $18.00; 30 Ibs., $9.50; Ib., 35¢e; 14 Ib., 10e. 

t=" Prices of Clover Seed subject to fluctuations of the market. 


ENSILAGE CORN. 4 | 


CUBAN GIANT. The increased demand each year for ensilage corn hag *y 
induced us to offer for the first time the CUBAN GraNT, a corn that has } 
been thoroughly tested in this country and Canada, and found to bea 
perfect ensilage variety of merit. The grains are pure white, large, 
broad and long; very showy and of a stronger vitality than any variety 
in cultivation. The fodder grows on the stalks in great abundance and 
is of the finest quality; very early, prolific, tender and sweet—a perfect = 
ensilage corn. Bu., 56 lbs., $2.00; 28 Ibs., $1.25; 2 lbs., 15e; Ib., 10e. CUBAN GIANT ENSILAGE CORN. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. 


No other forage plant has ever created such widespread 


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SACALINE. The New Forage Plant. 


discussion as Sacaline. Much that has been said of it, especi- 


ally by the enemies of the plant, has been pure speculation. 


Facts are, however, becoming established and while it has not 
been proved that it will yield 180 tons of forage per acre an- 
nually, as claimed, yet the statement that it will become 1 
noxious weed has been proved false, as it cannot beinduced to 
produce seed with us. That cattle and horses will eat it, both 
in the green and dry state, without coaxing, has been conclus- Jy 
ively proved also. Its ability to grow and flourish during & 
prolonged drought, when all other forage plants fail utterly, 
has likewise been proved the past summer—rendering it of ’ 
value that can not be estimated, in the West and Southwest at 
least, where the cattle interests are so great. But discussion }) 
and difference of opinion will, we fear, continue fora long 
time—in fact we are very much afraid Sacaline will have 
many enemies, and from no defect in the plant itself, the true 
Sacaline; but by reason of so many seeds and plants of worth- [ff 
less kinds of Polygonum having been sent out for it. 

The claims made for this wonderful new forage plant may 
appear extravagant, and yet they are borne out by testi- if 
monials of the strongest, and by horticulturists of the greatest |} 
prominence; whose statements cannot be doubted, endorsed as 
they are by the agricultural press of the entire world. Saca- 
line is not anew plant, having been grown and sold for more 
than twenty years as an ornamental plant by the principal 
nurserymen. Its value asa forage plant, however, was not 
discovered until 1893, when the severe drought experienced in 
France having destroyed every forage plant but this, it was 
found that cattle, horses and sheep ate it with avidity! 


This created such a demand for it that French nursery- 


-men purchased every plant that was obtainabie in this 


but instead, the spurious sort. 


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an excellent soil enricher. 
Grows fourteen feet high by 
June and can be cut every month till cold weather. The cultivation of Sacaline is very 
simple. Plant three feet apart each way at any season. 


Home Grown Roots, Strictly True and Pure. 


The accompanying illustration isa fair representation of the plants of Sacaline we 
offer. They are well developed roots with perfectly formed crowns and numerous large, 
plump, fully matured eyes. They are simply perfect. Best of all we know positively 
that every one is the genuine Sacaline. None of the importations from Japan, of which 
we have any knowledge, are pure, but are composed of two or more species—largely the 
worse than worthless Polygonum cuspidatum, which so closely resembles the true 
species. 

We have tested the seed we offer and know it to be the true Sacaline and fertile. This 
is why we cannot offer it at such low prices as some others. It has been recleaned and is 
free of husk or chaff—all pure seed; the only seed of the kind, we are quite sure, that is 
on the market. 


Roots, ea., 15¢; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25; 190, $9.00, by mail. By express or freight, 


100, $8.00; 1000, $60.00. Seed, oz.; 75c; 14 Ib., $2.50; pound, $8.00; pkt., 10c; 3 pkts., 25c. 


country at any price. If so valuable in France it cer- 
tainly must be still more so for this country, where 
the cattle interests are so enormous, especially in the 
_ southwest and west, where drought is so often so very 
severe, inasmuch as it will flourish where no other 
forage plant wlll grow. The poor results obtained by 
some from this plant are due, we feel convinced, alto- 
gether to the fact that they have not the true Sacaline 


It is said to be perfectly hardy—even in Siberia; 
~ stands also the greatest heat; ground does not need to 
be plowed before planting; needs no cultivation, no 
manuring, no replanting; grows in poorest soil or in 
wet lands, where no other forage plant will exist. 
\ Once planted it stands for an age. 


Stems and leaves, 


aie ARO =" ree Wa) Breen or dry, are greatly relished by sheep, cattle and 
VCC qa corvuaeniesy Ve horses. It is more nutritious than clover or lucerne; 


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COLLECTION NO. 1. 


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SEEDS IN BULK, BY MAIL, POSTPAID. 


THE LOVETT, COMPANY, ALLELE SILVER Nays 


COLLECTIONS. 


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sg often sent out in collections. 


COLLECTION NO. 2. 


Seeds by Mail at Wholesale Prices. 

The following collections are the best and 
7 cheapest assortments ever offered. Theonly way 
it is possible for us to give so much for the money 
is by growing the varieties offered in vast quanti. 
ties and putting them up in lots of hundreds ata 
Therefore no change or alteration can be 
W] made in any of them. All the packets are regu- 
(lar, full-size, the same as offered in our general 
list—not a few seeds only in a packet, as are so 


1 Beet. Best early variety for table use : 2 BER 1 Beans. Bestof allbush; tender, productive tgpt 10 
2 Beet. Very tender and sweet; agood keeper - 5 2% Beans. The best early pole bean; stringless. 7gpt 10 
3 Cabbage. Extra early; good heads; tender, sweet 10 3 Beet, Mange! Wurzel. The most productive. 74ib 10 
4 Cabbage. One of the best for winter use - - 10 + Carrot. (Improved Long Orange). Best. 74lb 20 
5 Celery. Requires very little earthing up - 10 5 Corn. Bestearly variety; very productive. 14pt 10 
6 Cucumber. Best early table variety; productive 5 6 Corn. (Stowell’s Evergreen). The standard. 7gpt 10 
7 Cucumber. Best for pickles; profitable for market 7 Peas. Best early dwarf variety; no sticks. 7gpt 10 
8 Lettuce. Best either for heading or a cut lettuce 8 Peas. (Melting Sugar). Tender pods, sweet. }gpt 10 
9 Musk Melon. Largest, sweetest and best flavored 9 Turnip, Kuta Baga. The best for winter use. 41b 15 


10 Peanuts. Largest; most productive. Page$2. lgpt 10 

A sample packet of the new Cuban Giant Ensilage Corn 
See page 98, and the above 10 (14 1b. and 14 pt.) packets, 
amounting to $1.25, for 75c; with Collection No. 1, 
which includes the packet of Pop Corn, all amounting to 
$2.75. for $1.20. 


11 Onion, Extra early, productive, mild flavored 
12 Onion. Prizetaker. Grows large onions from seed 
13 Parsley. 
14 Parsnip. 


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10 Watermelon. Large, sweet, delicious, productive 5 
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Best variety for general cultivation - 5 


15 Pumpkin. Best varietyfor pies; very productive 5 

16 Radish. The best variety forforcing; afavorite 5 $1.05 WORTH FOR 35 CENTS. 

17 Radish. The standard variety; very attractive 5 COLLECTION NO. 3. 

18 Squash. Best summer variety; a good keeper - 10 Selected especially for a kitchen garden. 

19 Squash. The standard for winter; afavorite - 5 Twenty full-sized packets, 1 packet each, viz.: Best 
20 Tomato. Decidedly the bestin cultivation - 10 ofall Bush Beans, Early Blood Turnip Beet, Early Express 
21 Turnip. Goodforearly orlateuse - - - 5 Cabbage, Early Snowball Cauliflower. Giant Pascal Celery, 


All the above 21 (14 oz. size) packets, and a packet of 
Pop Corn for the boys, amounting to $1.50, for 50c. 


ce 1 8 9 6 e —= Ze $s 
| ; |= p EAR lay nese Pie Pumpkin, French Breakfast Radish, Faxon Squash, 
1. E ia \'\ A Truckers Favorite Tomato, White Fiat Datch Turnip. 
fe i The above 20 (full size) pktsand one pkt of Sage—the 
ier mat = most used of all the Herbs, amounting to $1.05 for 35c. 


7 CTS. WORTH FOR 25 CTS. 
COLLECTION NO. 4, 
Fifteen full-sized packets, one packet 
yy each, viz.: Sweet Alyssums Aster, the 
ys perfection mixture; Balsam, finest 
ps ) double mixed; Carnation, the beautiful 
Marguerite; Campanuia (Cup and Sau- 
cer), very beautifuland odd; Crimson- 
eye Hibiscus, a beautiful perennial; 
Mignonettes Nasturtium, choice dwarf 
varieties; Pansy, a superb mixture, 
all choice colors; Portulacca, a great 
favorite; Tulip Poppy, very beautiful; 
Phiox Stellata, the prettiest of all; 
Sweet Peas, all of the best varieties 
mixed; Verbena, grand, mammoth; 
Zinnia, a favorite of the autumn. 


$3.65 WORTH FOR $1.50, 
A SPECIAL OFFER. 

Upon the receipt of $1.50 we will 
send, by mail, Collections No. 1, 2, and 
4, and a full-size packet of Pink Beauty 
(Kosteletzkya), and Blue Beauty (Cen- 
trosema), amounting to nearly $4.00. 


[35> Get up a Club, send for one or more of our Special Offer and buy 
First Class Seeds for less than one-half what others charge for them. 


Ciark’s Nonesuch Sugar Corn, New Evergreen Cucumber, 
Black Pekin Egg Plant, New Iceberg Lettuce, Delmonico 
S4< Musk Melon, Florida Favorite Watermelon, Red Wethers- 


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The following list has been carefully revised and all varieties of doubtful value 
discarded. To enable us to fill all orders correctly we have attached a number to each variety. Please give the 
numbers of the varictics wanted. 

All Flower Seeds are sent by mail, at prices quoted; and we replace free any that fail to grow if planted in 
accordance with the instructions printed on each package. [& s~ Ail packets regular full size. 

GREATLY REDUCED PRICES. 
In keeping with the times we have reduced prices nearly fifty per cent. 

The list embraces Annuals, Biennials, Perennials and Grcenhouse Plants; ali are annuals unless otherwise 
noted. We earnestly solicit an order, if but a small one, as we are confident our seeds will give satisfaction. 

1017 ABRONIA. Desirable for 1070 ALONZOA (Grandiflora). 
baskets. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. Brilliant flowers. Pkt., 3c. 

1020 ABUTILON. (Bell Flow- 1075 ALYSSUM Maritimum 
er). Blooms freely in winter, (Sweet). Pure white; very fra- 
choice mixed. Pkt., 8c. grant. Pkt., 3c; 14 0z., 10c. 

1030 ACONITUM (Monkshood). 1076 —— Little Gem. Dwarf 
Choice blue. Pkt., 5c. , and robust. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 15c. 

1u30 ADLUMIA (Mt. Fringe). 1079 —— Saxatile. Pkt., 5c. 
Lilac flowers. Pkt., 6c. 1091 AMARANTHUS (Mixed). 

1040 ADONIS (Pheasant’s Eye). Very effective. Pkt., 3c. 

Very showy -and lasting. Pkt., 1086 —— Caudatus (Love Lies 
4c; 3 pkts., 10c. Bleeding). | Blood-red flowers. 

1059 AGERATUM (Choice mx’d). | Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts, 5e. 


Fine bedding plants. Pkt., 8c. 1089 —— Spliendens. Very 
1050 —— Mexicanum (Little H fine, brilliant colors. Pkt., 4c. 
Dorrit). Lavender blue. Pkt., 3c. ai 1090 —— Salicifolius (Fountain 

1051 —— Album. White. Pi.sc. Plant). Pkt., 4c. 
1052 Tom Thumb. New; 1092 —— Tricolor (Joseph’s 


dwarf and compact. Pkt., Gc; Coat). Very showy and effect- 
2 pkts., 10c. ABUTILON, BELL FLOWER. 2PKTS., 15c. ive. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkt., de. 

1093 AMPELOPSIS Veitchi (Japanese Ivy). A perennial woodbine; will adhere to the smoothest wall; attrac- 
tive olive-green leaves. A general favorite. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 

1095 ANAGALLIS (Grandiflora). Effective in small beds and rock-work. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1100 ANCHUSA Capensis. A splendid bouquet-flower; very attractive deep blue flowers. Pkt., 6c. 

1102 ANEMONE (Wind Flower). A very pleasing perennial, blooming first year; large bright flowers. Pkt. 6c. 

1112 ANTIRRHINUM (Queen of the North). Large, fine-shaped flowers, of brilliant colors; something new and 
very beautiful; must be seen to be appreciated; suitable for pot culture. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., lc. 


1110 —— Major. Tall varieties; choice mixed colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 14 02., 10c. 
1111 —— Tom Thumb. Dwarf varieties; mixed colors. Hardy perennial. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5¢; % 02., Ibe. 


1124 AQUILEGIA Chrysantha (New 
White Spurred). Pure white flowers, 
long spurs. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 1dc. 

1123 Chrys. (Golden Spurred). 
Very attractive. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 15c. § 

1122 Cerulea. Violet biue. 
Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 

1128 —— Skinnerii. Scarlet and yel- , 
~ low; very showy. Pkt., 6c. "6 
ve 1125 —— Columbine. Single and‘ 
double varieties; all colors. Pkt., 3c. ; 
1185 ARISTOLOCHIA Sipho (Dutch- ¥ 
man’s Pipe). A rapid growing climb- * 
er; hardy perennial. Pkt., 10c. 

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AGERATUM, LITTLE DORRIT. 2 PKTS., 5c. ard Varieties not here listed, AMARANTHUS. 2 PKTS., 5c. 


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NEW YELLOW ASTER. PKT., 10C; 2 PKTS., 15c. 


1175 ASTERS (Chrysanthemum- 
flowered). Dwarf, double andlarge 
flowering. Choice mixed. Pkt., 8c. 

1185 —— Dwari Queen. Produces 
double imbricated flowers of great 
beauty. Mixed colors. Pkt., 8c. 

1195 —— Mignon. Recently in- 
troduced and popular with florists. 


Choice mixed. Pkt. 10c; 2 pkts. 15c. : 


1197 —— New Diamond. Double 
rich flowers; muchsoughtafter for 
bouquets. Rich colors. Pkt., 6c. 

1205 —— New Triumph. Hand- 
some, perfectly formed flowers; 
two brilliant colors. Pkt., 10c. 

1206 —— New Yellow. Compact 
bushy plants; bright yellow flow- 


LOVETT’S SELECTED LIST OF ASTERS, 


The Aster is so well known and admired, it is needless to 
attempt its description. No class of plants furnishes a greater 
variety of color. The leading varieties are as follows: 

PHONY PERFECTION ASTERS. 
Pkt., 6c; 3 pkts., 15cs 5 pkts., 25c. 

Large, compact bushes covered with double perfect shaped 
flowers of many shades. 

1146 Scarlet. 1147 Pink. 1148 Light Blue. 1149 Violet. 
1150 Crimson. 1151 Pure White. 1145 Choice Mixed, all colors. 
COMET ASTERS. 

Pkt., 8cs 2 pkts., 15cs3 3 pkts., 20c. 

A new variety, very free-flowering, fast becoming a great 
favorite and should have a place in every collecticn. 


1156 Carmine, 1157 Pure White.. 1158 Light Blue, 
1155 Finest Mixed Colors. 


VICTORIA ASTERS. 


A very fine strain; one of the best. The plant is of pyra- 
midal form, covered with large, quite double-shaped flowers. 
1165 Fiaest Mixed, over 20 choice colors. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 


1208 ASTER — Lovett’s Imperiat. 
Entirely new; beautiful, clear, 
bright colored flowers; valuable 
for cutting. Pkt. 10c; 3 pkts. 25c.. 

1210 Jewal or Ball-shaped. 
Very firm, perfectly round flowers. 
Pink and crimson. Mixed. Pkt., 
10c; 2 pkts., 15ce. 


ASTERS. In Variety. 


The following list, includes vari- 
eties (as named) producing large 
perfect flowers, of the best colors. 
1 pkt. ea 8c; 2 pkts 15c; 4 pkts 25c. 


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ey mi 1200 German Quilled. 1213 Crown. 
ia 1207 Giant Emperor. 1211 Snowball. 

1 i | 1209 Mont Blanc. 217 Harlequin. 
Weill | 1219 Mixed. All of best varieties. 


ers, fine for cutting. Pkt.,10c. LOVETT’S NEW IMPERIAL ASTER. PKT., 10C. 1220 ——Fine mixed. Pkt3c; 2p 5c. 


BALSAM. Lady Slipper. 
1235 Double Mixed. An old favorite; large, double, brilliant- 
colored flowers; most beautiful colors. Pkt., 3c; 2pkts., 5c. 
DOUBLE CAMELLIA FLOWERED. A splendid strain of per- 
fectly double Balsams; a great variety cf colors. 
1 pkt., ea., 5c; 2 pkts., 8c; 4 pkts., 15c. 
1236 Mixed. 1237 Maiden Blush. 1238 Solferino. 
1239 King of Balsam. 1240 Sulphur. 1241 Pure White. 
1242 White Perfection. Large, pure white flowers; the 
fiinest strains for florists. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c. 
1243 —— Splendens. Very brilliant and effective. Pkt. 8c. 
1244 —— Shunshine. Very attractive new shade. Pkt. 8c. 
1255 BARTONIA Aurea. Very showy, large, golden-yellow 
flowers; beautifulin thesun. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
1260 BEGONIA, Tuberous-rooted. (Single mixed). Valuable 
for summer decoration; a variety of shades. Pkt., 15c. 
1261 —— (Double mixed). A choice selection of the fin- 
est double varieties. Pkt., 30c; 2 pkts., 50c. 
1262 ——- Rex Hybrida. (Mixed). Beautiful varieties with 
handsome variegated foliage. Pkt., 20c. 
1263 Vernon. Red foliage; very effective, comes true 
from seed. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c. 
1270 BRKACHYCOME. (Swan River Daisy). Dwarf; blue 
and white. Mixed. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., dc. 
1275 BROWALLIA. Blooms freely in winter; blue and white. 
Mixed. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
I=s~ See page 110 for other standard varieties. 


XA i aa: 


BALSAMS—CARMELLIA FLOWERED, 4 PKTS,, 100. 


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1860 CARNATION. (Choicest German, mixed). Fav- 
orite perennials; seed saved from the best double named 
varieties. Pkt., 10c; 3 pkts., 25c. 

1362 New Grenadin. Dwarf and compact; double 
bright, scarlet flowers. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c. 

1363 Marguerite (New Dwarf). Will bloom four 
months from the sowing of the seed, producing a great 
variety of beautiful colors; delicious perfume; fine for 
cutting. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 

1369 Perpetual or Tree. Very choice, fine for win- 
ter flowering. Pkt., 15c; 2 pkts., 25c. 

1295 CALENDULA (Single Mixed). Showy free-flow- 
ering annuals; effective. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; oz., 15c. 


1298 —— Pongei fl. pl. Double white flowers. Pkt., 5c. 

1297 —— Meteor. Finely striped. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1302 —— Prince of Orange. Attractive, large, double 
yellow flowers. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1301 —— LeProust (The Royal). Very showy. Pkt., 5c. 

1300 —— Pure Gold. Profuse bloomer. Pkt., 5c. 


1280 CACALIA (Tassel Flower). Useful for cutting; 
fine mixed colors. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c. 
1282 CACTUS. Over 20 varieties. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
1283 CALCEOLARIA (Hybrida, mixed). Highly priz- 
ed for house culture. Pkt., 15c; 2 pkts., 25c. 
1305 CALLIRHCEInvolucrata. A free-flowering, trail- 
= ing plant; handsome saucer-shaped flowers; very at- 
DWARF MARGUERITE CARNATION. 3 PKTS., 25c. tractive. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5e. 
1310 CAMPANULA (Canterbury Bells). Attractive flowers: single and double mixed. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 


1315 Cup and Saucer. The finest of all Campanuias. Flowers resemble a cup and saucer. Pkt., 8c., 
1318 —— Cerpathica. Hardy perennials; blooming entire season; blue and white, mixed. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 


1321 —— Speculum (Venus’ Looking Glass). Excellent for bouquet work. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1475 CALLIOPSIS (Mixed). Hand- 1340 CANNA Indica. (Choice Mixed). 
some, showy plants brilliant flowers; Ornamental; massive foliage; crim- 
choice colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. son fiowers; suitable for the lawn. 
1476 —— Drummondii (Golden Wave). Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 74 02., 10c. 


Bright colors. Pkt.. 4c; 3 pkts., 10c. CROZY’S DWARF. French Varieties. 
1473 —— Lanceolata. Large, pure 


A choice selection of the finest var- 
yellow flowers; very showy. Pkt., 5c. 


ities, all home grown. Any pkt., 
1330 CANDYTUFT (Mixed). Attrac- 10c; 2 pkts., 15e; 7% 02., 25e. 
tive well known early free-flowering 


1346 Adolph Bouvier. Finest crimson. 
plants; fine for beds; choice colors. 
Pkt.,. 3¢;2 pkts., 5c; 14 oz., 10c. 


1347 Captain Suzzoni. Deep Yellow. 
; 1348 Egandale. Dark red foliage. 
133! —— Dark Crimson. Pkt. 3c. 1349 Florence Vaughan. Golden yellow. 
1334 —— Empress (Snow Queen). A 1350 Geoffrey St. Hilliare. Extra fine. 
complete mass of showy pure white 1351 Madam Crozy. Brilliant flowers. 
flowers. Pkt, 6c; 2 pkt., 10c. 


1352 Paul Marquant. Deep Salmon. 
1337 —— New Dwarf Hybrid. Pkt. 5c. 1345 Finest Mixed. All the above and 


1335 Tom Thumb. White. Pkt. 3c. CELOSIA PLUMOSA. 3 PKTS., 10c. many other choice varieties. 
1375 CELOSIA Plumosa. Feathery spikes of various colors; choice mixed. Pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10e. 

1376 —— Triumph d? Exposition. Brilliant crimson plumes, with bronze foliage; very attractive. Pkt., 8c. 
1377 —— New Dwarf Feathered. Dwarf and compact;silky, feather-like blossoms; something new. Pkt., 8c. 
1381 —— Giant Empress. Mammoth bright combs; very striking and attractive. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 
1379 Cristata. Dwarf, immense hoads. Pkt., 3c. 


1380 —— Variegated. Most brilliant hues. Pkt., 6c. 

1382 —— Glasgow Prize (Tom Thumb). Dwarf. Pkt., 5c. 
1950 CANARY BIRD Flower. A beautiful climbing plant; 
handsomely fringed. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1373 CARYOPTERIS Mastacanthus (Blue Spiraea). One 
of the finest. See page —. Pkt., 15c; 2 pkts, 25c. 

1385 CENTAUREA Cyanus (Blue Bottle). Very attrac- 
tive flowers. Fine mixed colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 


1386 —— Flore Plena. Double mixed. Pkt., 5c. 
1388 —— Blue Victoria. A new variety; Pkt., 8c; 
1389 -—— New Marguerite. The most beautiful, large, 


pure white flowers; easily cultivated; Pkt. 10c; 2 pkts. 15c. 
1395 CENTRANTHUS (Basket Flower). Easily cultiva- 
ted; blooms freely; mixed colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
1432 CLARKIA Elegans (Mixed). Very charming light 
colored flowers. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

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104 THE LOVETT COMPANY AELEILE SEVER AILS 


1398 CENTROSEMA Virginianum (Blue Beauty). A 
grand floral perennial, blooms early, producing pea- 
shaped flowers in great profusion. Pkt., 10c. 

1400 CHRYSANTHEMUM (Single varieties, mixed). 
Showy and effective; choice colors. Pkt., 3c. 

1401 —— Golden Feather. Maroon-eyed flowers; 
very handsome. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1402 —— Eclipse. Pure golden flowers; very effec- 
tive. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1403 —— Segetum. Extra large sulphur-yellow 
flowers, very fine. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1405 —— Double Varieties, Mixed. Perennials flow- 
ering first year from seed; choice colors. Pkt., 8c. 

1410 —— Frutescens (Paris Daisy). Covered with 
white star-like flowers; yellow centre. Pkt., 4c. 

1414 —— Japanese Hybrids. Carefully crossed and 
rare specimens; blooms first year from seed. Pkt., 8c. 

1420 CINERARIA Hybrida (Fine Mixed). A very 
showy house plant. Mixed colors. Pkt.; 15c. 


cn = 1421 —— Large Flowering (Finest Mixed). Very 
2 3 ()~gr| large flowers, of the richest colors. Pkt., 20c. 
AUT ° San RA ape om Rea tM | «=»: 1422 —— Double (Extra choice, mixed). Perfectly 
ASV tal i é os PAT TTT: 


globular flowers, of many rich colors. Pkt., 25c. 
1433 CLEOME Pungens (Giant Spider Plant). Rose colored flowers; very attractive. Pkt., 10c; 3 pkts., 25c. 
1446 COLEUS (Sunset). A new variety; superb, large leaves, rich variegated colors. Pkt., 10c; 3pkts., 25c. 
4447 —— Mixed. Very ornamental plants; choice mixed colors: Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. = 
1460 CONVOLVULUS Major © B Se ee 
(Morning Glory) Hite Aaa: j A free-flowering perennial, bear- 
ing, rapid growing plants; mixed aa ms eae ESE: 
colors. Pkt., 3c; 14 0z., 10e. pe Pgh aie at Soga ON i 
146A Maukitanices. Biv 1495 CYCLAMEN Persicum 


é (Choice Mixed). A charming 
flowers, fine for hanging baskets. planiicitheenatirel celeeeeieend 
ey Bes her NE. rich flowers. Pkt., 10c. 

1565 —— Minor (Dwarf Morn- 1499 Giganteum. Mixed 
ing Glory). Dwarf, rich colored colors; very large flowers. Pkt., 
plants; brilliant effect. Pkt., 3c; 


15c; 2 pkts., 25c. 
2 pkts., de; 74 02., 10c. J 1492 CYCLANTHEA Explodens. 
1480 COSMOS Hybridus. An AA 


\ A climbing plant of the Gourd 
autumn-blooming plant; very \ | species; oval fruit, which ex- 
showy, large, flowers; choice <7 plodes when ripe. Pkt., 6c. 
mixed colors. Pkt., 6c. 1750 CYPRESS VINE (Ipomzxa 

1481 —— Pure White. Large, Quamoclit). Very popular; fern- 
pure white flowers; very beau- : like foliage; star-shaped flowers. 
tiful. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. CONVOLVULUS-MAJOR. 2 PKTS., 5C. Pkt., 3c., 2 pkts., 5c; 14 0z., 10c. 

1503 DAHLIA (Single Mixed). Tuberous-rooted perennials; 
blooming first year from seed; best colors. PEt., 5e. 

1500 —— Double (Mixed). Fine colors. Pkt.,10c; 2 pkts., 15c. 

1504 Gracilis (New Single). Extra large flowers; beau- 
tifully striped andspotted. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c. 

1266 DAISY (Double Mixed). Extra large and perfect: de- 
sirable for borders. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c. 


1267 —— Longiellow. Very large, double, pink flowers; f 
choice mixed colors. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c. i Thy 
1268 —— Snowball. Large, pure white flowers; excellent | ‘| 

for cutting. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c. y 


1506 DATURA (Trumpet Flower). Branching plants, bear- f/ 
ing large trumpet-shaped flowers; sweet-scented. Pkt., 3c. 

1508 —— Cornucopia (Horn of Plenty). Something good \f H//) 
from South America; very striking, gigantic in size andofa ¥/¥ aN \- = XC 
most pleasant odor; must be seen to be appreciated. Pkt., 10c. \ 2 

1550 DICTAMNUS Fraxinella (Burning Bush). Fine for mix- 
ed borders. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1555 DIGITALIS (Fox Glove). A stately perennial; thimble- 
shaped flowers; mixed colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1580 ESCHOLOTZIA (California Poppy). Very attractive 
when used in beds; fine cut foliage. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. hid 

1584 —— Maritima. Quite distinct foliage; large canary- esevrenres isgg 
yellow flowers with an orange center. Pkt., 10c; 3 pkts., 25c,  WABCa : 

IssSee Page 110 for other Standard Varieties, ESCHOLOTZIA MARITIMA. PKT., 10c. 


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1515 DELPHINIUM (Perennial Larkspur). Showy and use- 
ful plants; blooming first year from seed; mixed. Pkt., 3c. 

1511 Formosum. Rich blue flowers. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1512 —— Nudicaule (Dwarf Rocket). Bright scarlet flow- 
ers; mixed colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5e. 

1518 —— Grandiflora (Double Emperor). Finest double; 
mixed colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1510 —— Zalil. A lovely shade of yellow. Pkt., 5c. 

1530 DIANTHUS Chinensis (Double Chinese Pinks). One of 
the most popular flowers in cultivation; very showy and 
effective; finest mixed colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1532 Heddewiggi (Finest Single, mixed). Very fine 
large flowers, mixed colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

155 — (Double Japan Pink). Very regular; densely 
double; rich colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1534 —— Laciniatus (Double Fringed). Large double flow- 
ers, With fringed edges; mixed colors. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1535 —— Mourning Cloak. Rich crimson; very effective 
and fragrant. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1543 —— Eastern Queen. A beautiful single variety; petals 
very striking. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1544 —— Crimson Bell. Large flowers, rich colors. Pkts., 5c. 
FREESIA, FROM SEED. 3 PKTS.., 20C. 1545 —— Plumaris (Pheasant’s Eye). Perennial. Pkt., 3c. 


THREE NEW DIANTHUS. 1 Pkt., ea., 25¢. EVERLASTING FLOWERS. 

1564 Double Hybrida (New Dw’f) A noted variety from Very desirable, useful and valuable for winter decor- 
Germany. Splendid dwarf plants, loaded with large ations. Any one pkt., 4c; 3 pkts., 10c; 7 pkKts., 20c. 
flowers. Pkt., 10c.;2pkts., 15c. 1595 Acrotinum Roseum. Graceful. 

1547 Dwarf Fireball. A distinct 1596 —— Album. Pure white. 
variety ; brilliant, blood-red, dou- 1597 —— Mixed. Single varieties. . 
ble flowers. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c. 1598 —— Double. Choice pink. 

1548 The Bride. Very large, 1600 Ammobium Alatum. Pure 
handsome, pure white flowers. white; very desirable. 

Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c. 1603 Gomphrena Globosa. (Bach- 

1565 DOLICHOS (Hyacinth *% elor’s Buttons). Mxd. colors. 
Bean). A rapid growing climb- % 1610 Helicirysum Monstrosum. 
er; very showy blossoms; makes Bright mixed col-rs. 
an attractive screen. Pkt., 3c. 1612 —— Fireball. Rich crimson. 

1566 —— New Yellow. Very 1618 —— Snowball. Pure white. 
erect bright yellow blooms; novel WN - 1615 Helipterum Sanferdi. Fine. 
and effective. Pkt., 6c. . 

1590 EUPHORBIA Marginata *. 
(Snow -on-the- Mountain). Att 44 ca 1625 FENZLIA Dianthiflora. A 
tractive foliage margined with a aa constant bloomer; mixed 
white. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. DIANTHUS, MOURNING CLOAK. 2 PKTS., 5c. colors. Pkt., 6e; 2 pkts., 10e. 

1591 —— Heterophylla (Mexican Fire Plant). Bushy 1626 FUCHSIA (Lady’s Ear Drop). Finest single and 
plants, resembling the hot-house Poinsetta. Pkt., 10c. double varieties. Pkt., 15c; 2 pkts., 20€. 

' 1570 ECHINOCYSTIS Lobata (Wild Cucum). Pkt., 5c. 1627 —— Procumbens. A trailing variety. Pkt., 10c. 

1630 FREESIA. From Seed. Full directions for cul- 
ture printed on each packet; very attractive, delicate 
and agreeable; desirable for filling vases. Pkt., 10c.: 

1638 GAILLARDIA (Fine Mixéd). Bedding plants; re- 
markable for brilliancy of flowers. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1639 —— Aurora Borealis. Flowery heads, gold, 
crimson and white. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1640 —— Salmon-red. Large flowers distinctly edged 47/ 


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with bright orange. Pkt., 3c;-2 pkts., 5c. poll 

1645 GERANIUM Zonate (Single Mixed). Very popu-' i G 
lar; much used for bedding. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. Wipe. 

1646 —— Double Mixed. Very finedouble. Pkt., 25c. AW iG) 

1647 —— Apple-scented. Very fragrant. Pkt.,10c. - 

1656 GLOXINIA (Hybrida Mixed). A perennial, pro- 
ducing rich, bright colored flowers. Pkt., 10c. Ey 

1657 GLAUCIUM (Horn Poppy). A biennial with &” © 4 
silvery-white leaves. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 7 

1664 GODETIA (Lady Satin Rose). Brilliant rose. 
pink flowers, like satin; mixed colors. Pkt., 3c. 

1715 HIBISCUS, Crimson Eye. A splendid novelty, 
comes true from seed; large pure white flowers, with 
crimson centre. See page —. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c, = 1c 

1716 —— Africanus, Showy and fine, Pkt., 3c, NEW CRIMSON EYE HIBISCUS, PRTS., loc 


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ORNAMENTAL GRASSES, Suitable for Winter Ornamentation. 


Mayr §%. 1680 Agrostis. Very fine. 
wie S jae 42 1881 Avena Sterilis. Oat-like- 
1682 Briza (Quaking Grass). 
1684 Bromus. Very graceful. 
1685 Coix Lachryme. J.Tears. 
1686 Eulalia Japonica. Fine. 
1687 Gynerium. Pampas Grass. 
Large, plume-like heads. 
1698. Lagurus. Hare’s Tail: 
1689 Stipa Pennata (Feather 
Grass). Delicate blooms. : 
1690 Mixed. All the above 
varie ties. 
Any one pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. fy 1G 
GOURDS. Ornamental. 83% 
Rapid growing, ornamental === 
foliage plants; curious fruits. 
1670 Or. Gourds. Pkt., 3c. STIPA FENNATA, F. GRASS. PET., 3c. 
1697 HELIANT#HUS—Suniiower. Brilliant flowers; very effective. Choice varieties, mixed. Pkt., 3c; 2pXts., 5c. 


1698 —— Dahlia Sunflower. Dwarf, producing bright, double golden-yellow flowers. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1699 —— Primrose Sunflower. Very effective, producing light, primrose flowers with dark center. Pkt., 6c. 

1704 ——— Cucumerifolius (Miniature Sunflower). Bright orange-colored flowers. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1705 HELIOTRGOPE, Mixed. A perennial, flowering the whole season; delightful perfume. Pkt., 6c; -2 pkts., 10c. 
1706 —— The Biack King. A new variety, rich, black, fragrant flowers. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., lic. 

1707 —— Lady in White. Producing large clusters of fragrant, white flowers. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 15c. 


1720 HOLLYHOCK, Mixed. 1737 IMPATIENS Sultani. 
A very popular flower; perfect eo Neat, perpetual bloomer; bril- 
shades. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. liant flowers. Pkt., 15e. 

1721 —— Charters’ Double 1738 IONOPSIDIUM (Diamond 
Hybrids. Beautiful, large, dou- Flower). Blossoms glisten like 
ble flowers; bright colors; very diamonds. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts, 10c. 
attractive. Pkt., 10c; 2pkt.,15c. 1740 IPOMAA coccinea. Small 

1730 HONESTY (Lunaria Bi- scarlet, star-shaped flowers. 
ennis). Greatly admired: pure Pkt., 3c; 2 pkKts., 5c. 
white. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 174L —— Bona Nox (Evening 

1732 HUMEA Elegans. Drooy- Glory). Fragrant violet fiow- 
ing red florets. PkEt., 6c. ers. PEt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1735 HUMULUS Japonicus 1742 Huberi (Japanese 
(Japanese Hop). An orna- - Morning Glory). Flowers edg- 
merial climber. Pkt., 10c. LINUM, SCARLET FLAX. 2 PKTS., 5c. ed with white. . Pkt., 3c. 

1743 iPOMAA Sitosa (Brazilian Morning Glory). Large clusters of fine rose-like flowers. Pkt., 6c; 2 pKts., 10c. 

1744 Grandiflora Aiba (Moon Flower). Large, pure white flowers. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5e. 

1755 IPOMOPSIS (Standing Cypress). Dazzling colored flowers; fine mixed. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., dc. 

1758 IRIS (Fleur-de-Lis). Tuberous-rooted perennial; rich, variegated flowers. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 

1795 LATHYRUS Latiiotius (Everlasting Peas). Showy, free-flowering plants; mixed colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pks., 5c. 

1765 LINARIA (Kenilworth Ivy). Attractive, handsome purple flowers. A good climber. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10e. 

1800 LINUM (Scarlet Flax). Very showy and effective; suitable for bedding. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
LOBELIA—Erinus and Com- nod 

pacta varieties. Any one PEt., 

6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 

1805 Erinus Varieties, mixed. 

1812 Crystal Paface. Blue. 

1813 White Gem. Pure white. 

1815 Compacta Varieties. Mxd. 

181° Star efischl. Dbl. blue. 

1819 Cardinalis. Card.Flower. 

1925 LUPINUS (Sun Dials). 
Ornamental, free-flowering 
plants; mixed. Pkt., 3c. 

1836 LY CHNIS Haageana. © 
Charming plants; profuse = 
bloomers. Choice mixed col- — 
ors. Pkt., “c; 2 pkts., 10e. 

1785 LAYIA Elegans. Fine = 
for cut flowers; very attrac- 
tive, bright cclors. Pkt., 3c: LYCHNIS HAAGEANA. 2 PKTS., 5c. 


IMPATIENS SULTANI. 2 PKETS., 25c, [== See Page 110 for other varieties of standard flowers. 


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1875 MIGNONETTE, Sweet (Fine Mixed). A well-known fragrant plant; spikes of sweet flowers; very popular. 
Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 14 0z., 10c. | 


MACHET MIGNONETTE. 2 PKTS., 10c. 


1845 MARIGOLD (El Dorado). 


We ——— 
13, a@——— 
o.—— 
red flowers. 
a Pkt., 6c. 2 


4S 1880 —— 


1881. —— 


1882 


3c: 2 pkts., 


for pot-culture. 


white spikes. 


1879. —— Red Victoria. 
Ce tinct variety; deep red flowers. 


green foliage; rich flowers. Pkt.,6c. 


very fine. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 
1840 MALOPE (Mixed Colors). 
Large salver-shaped flowers. Pkt., 


1855 MARTYNIA Fragrans. Fine 
flowering plants; very attractive light blue flowers. 

1860 MATRICARIA Eximia. A very desirable bedding plant and fine for 
cut flowers; double white flowers. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 


Machet. Welladapted 
Pkt) Ge: 
Parson’s White. Pure 
Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
Giant Pyramidal. Large | 
Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
A dis- 


pkts., 10c. 


Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
Quaker City. Dark 


Erfurt. Double flowers; 


oc, 14 02., 15e. 


White Spiral. Long fra- fai 
grant spikes. | 


Mina Sanguinea 
(Coral Morning 
Glory). An or- 
namental climb- 
er; easily raised; 
handsome foli- 
age; a continu- 


ous and profuse bloomer, producing 
brilliant, blood red flowers;very effec- 
tive. 

1896. Pkt., 10c; 3 pkts., 25c. 


A rare novelty of real merit. 


Pkt., 3; 2 pkts., 5c. 


Well known free-flowering plants; will succeed in any soll; large, brilliant flow- 
ers; double and beautifully quilled; all colors in all shades of yellow. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 


1846 —— Large African. Tall, double, mixed; showy and effective. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1847 —— Gold Striped. Dwarf, double flowers; rich, velvety maroon, striped with gold. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
1848 —— Orange Ball. Double, orange-colored flowers; very handsome. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., .0c. 

1849 —— Lemon Queen. Globular, light lemon-colored flowers; very showy and effective. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 
1851 Legion of Honor. Very compact, with dainty single yellow flowers. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 


1863 MATHIOLA (Sweet-scented Stock). 


1865 MAURANDIA (Mixed). 
1869 MEDICAGO. (Mixed). 


A charming plant; very fragrant flowers. 
Beautiful rapid growing perennials; all choice colors. 
Plants with curiously shaped seed-pods; all colors. 


Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c. 


Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c. 


1870 MESEMBRYANTHEMUM Chrystallinum (Ice Plant). Dwarf trailing plants; icy foliage; fine for vases. Pkt., 3c. 


1871 —— Tricolor (Wax Plant). 
1885 MIMOSA (Sensitive Plant). 
touched; pinkish white flowers; very desirable and curious. 
1890 MIMULUS Cupreus (Emperor). 


Various colors. 


Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 


Curious plants; a floral curiosity; leaves seem to possess nerves and close when 
Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
Double flowers, produced ina great variety of colors. 


Pkt.,3c.; 2 pkts., 5c. 


1891 —— Monkey Flower )Single Mixed). A showy perennial; fine, spotted varieties. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
1892 —— Moschatus (Mush Plant). Fine for hanging baskets; yellow flowers; fragrant foliage. Pkt., 3c. 
1900 MIRABILIS (Four O'clock). A handsome free-flowering perennial; mixed colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
1901 —— Variegated. Gold striped foliage; brilliant flowers; very ornamental. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

1902 —— Tom Thumb. Handsome bushy plants; flowers striped and blotched. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c. 


1252 MOLLUCCA Balm (Shell 
Flower). Pea-green. Pkt., 6c. 

1250 MOMORDICA (Balsam 
Apple). Apple-shaped. Pkt., 3c. 

1251 —— (Balsam Pear), 
Pear-shaned fruit. Pkt., 3c. 

1909 MYOSOTIS (Forget-me- 
not). Star-like flowers; choice 
mixed colors. Pkt., 3c. 

1955 NEMOPHIA (Grove 
Love). Rich flowers. Pkt., 3c. 


1960 NICOTIANA Affinis,: 


Sweet scented, pure white, star 
shaped flowers. Pkt., 3c. 

1965 MEREMBERGIA Frutesc- 
ens. Suitable for baskets and 
vases. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts.. 5c. 

1970 NIGELLA (Love in a 
Mist). Very neat. Pkt., 3c. 

1981 G2NOTHERA (Evening 
Primrose). An old_ favorite, 
large, showy flowers; mixed 
colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5e. 

1985 OXALIS (Choice Mixed). 
Small perennials; suitable for 
baskets; all colors. Pkt., 8c, 


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DWARF VARIETIES. 


Unsurpassed for garden dec- 
oration; adapted to any soil; 
gorgeous colors all the season. 
Any pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5e. 
1915 Tom Thumb. Mixed colors. 
1916 Chameleon. Blotched. 
1917 Cloth of Gold. Yellow. 
1918 Crystal Palace. Fine. 
1919 Golden King. Fine Yellow. 
1920 King Theodore. Scarlet. 
1921 King of Tom Thumbs. 
1922 Lady Bird. Orange red. 
1923 Luteum. Light yellow. 
1924 Pearl. Creamy white. 

Climbing Varictics. 

For covering trellises, etc. ; 
same price as Dwarf Varieties. 
1980 Mixed. All Colors. 

1931 Chocolate. 1928 Scarlet. 
1934 Orange. 
1936 Purple.. 1937 Rose. 

1945 Tropeolum Lobbianum. 
Vigorous plants; showy 
flowers; mixed colors. Pkt., 6c. 


103 THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. 


LOVETT’S PREMIUM PANSIES. 


A very choiceselection; seed saved from strictly first 
class flowers; of large size, good form and a great varia- 
tion of color and markings. Any pkt., 10e; 3 pkts., 25c. 
2003 Giant Trimardeau. Choice mixed colors. 

2003 Bugnot’s Superb. Immense blooms. 

2004 Odier, or Blotched. Large-eyed fiowers. 

2007 Black Prince. Velvety black flowers. 

2008 Peacock. Lovely blue petals: very attractive. 
2009 Cardinal. Large. scarlet, blotched flowers. 
2010 Lord Beaconsfield. Deep purple. 

2011 Red Victoria. Deep-red flowers. 

2012 Snow Queen. Large pure white ficwers. 

2014 Emperor William. Marine blue. 

2015 The Meteor. Bright canary yellow flowers. 
2016 Rosy Morn. Beautiful rosy-red fiowers. 

2017 Fire King. Firey, reddish brown flowers. 
2001 Premium Mixed. All the above: choice colors. 


LOVETT’S BEDDING PANSIES. 


A selection for bedding purposes; large flowers. of good substance and color. 
Any pkt., 3c: 2 pKts., 5c; 5 pkts., 10ce. 


2020 Light Blue. 2021 Brown. 2022 Silver Edge. 2023 Dark Blue. 
2024 Black. 2025 Yellow. 2026 White. 2027 Purple. 


2028 Mahogany 2029 Bronze. 2006 Choice Mixed. - All the above. 

2090 POPPY—New Tulip. Intense- Se Zwaan 2045 PETUNIA (Lovett's Fancy 

ly scarlet. tulip-like flowers. Pkt., LZ —S >. Fringed). Double choice, fringed 

Ge: 2 pkts., 10¢ varieties; mixed colors. Pkt., 25c. 
? PaaS : . oie * 
2091 Danebrog. Large, light 2047 —— Grandiflora (Finest Mix- 

searlet flowers. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. ed). Very large flowers; great va- 

2083 Shirley. A new strain; riety of colors. Pkt., 10c. 


delicate colors. Pkt., 3c. 2052 Hybrida (Mixed). All 
2096 —— Peacock. Large. crim- colors; excellent for bedding. PEt., 
som flowers. Pkt.. 5c. 6c; 2 pKts., 10c. 
2097 —— The Bride. A new vari- 2048 —— Dwari Inimitable. Bushy 
ety; pure white flowers. PEt., de. plants, studded with beautiful strip- 
2098 —— Fire Dragon. Showy; ed flowers. PKt., 5c. 
margined with white. Pkt., 5c. 2053 Defiance (Large Flower- 
2100 —— Singte, Mixed. Showy ing). Thelargest flowering variety; 


colors. Pkt., 3c: 2 pkts., 5c. beautifully fringed and veined. 

2105 White Swan. Immense, Pkt., 15e; 2 pKts., 25¢. 
very double, fine white flowers. ; 2054 —— Grandiflora (California 
Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. NEW TULIP POPPY. PKT., 6c. Giant). Very large flowers; fine 

2109—— Double, Mixed. D’ble white flowers. Pkt., 3c. colorsand markings. Pk&t., 15c; 2 pKEts., 2oc. 

PHLOX DRUMMONDIi. Noted. for the great variety and bril- 
liancy of colcrs; valuable for cut flowers. Any pkt., 6c. 

2063 Pure White. 2064 Purple. 2063 Scarlet. 

2066 Yellow. 2062 Crimson. 2067 Pink. 

2061 Finest mixed. All the above bright colors. 

2115 PORTULACA (Single, mixed). One of the finest of our 
blooming plants; large brilliant flowers. PEt., 3c: 2 pKts., 5c. 

2116 —— Double Rose-flowered. Flowers perfectly double; 
mixed and choice colors. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkKts., 10c. 

2135 PRiIMULA (Fringed Chinese Primrose). Finest fringed, 
large-flowering varieties. Pkt., 15c; 2 pkts., 25c. 

2136 Fiore Pleno. Best double mixed varieties; all choice 
colors. Pkt., 20c: 2 pkts,, 30c. 

2140 Obconica. A lovely bloomer; pure white flowers; 
slightly tinged. Pkt., 10c; 2 pkts., 25c. 

2146 —— Japonica (Japanese Primrose). Bright and showy; 
choice mixed colors. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts.. 10ce. 

2148 —— Yeris (English Cowslip). Brightcolored flowers: very 
fragrant. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

2155 PYRETHRUM Aureum (Golden Feather). MHerbaceous 
plants of easy culture: bright yellow foliage. Pkt., 3c. 

2156 —— Kosctum. Persian Insect Powder Plant. Pkt., 5c. — 

2157 Hybridum, Aster-shaped flowers. Pkt., 5c, CALIFORNIA GIANT PETUNIA. PKT., 16e. 


THE LOVETT. COMPANY, LIFTLE SILVER, N./. 109 


SWEET PEAS have now become the most 
popular flower; no other can be more desirable 
and more useful. For cut flowers they last a 
long time; extremely pleasing and attractive 
to the eye and afford the most delicious frag- 
rance.  ‘‘ The People’s Flower,” the flower for 
the million; easily cultivated; well adapted to 
any soil or location; a continuous bloomer. 


Choice Selection of all the Best and Newest Kinds. 
Any pkt. 3c; 2pkts. 5c; oz. 10c; lb. 20c; lb. 50c., 


fa ~ 2255 Adonis. 2256 Blanche Ferry. 2257 Boreatton. 

is a 2258 Butterfly. 2259 Cardinal. 2260 Captain of the Blues. 
4 2261 Countess of Radnor. 2262 Delight. 2263 Duchess of Edinburg. 

2964 Emily Henderson, 2265 Isa Eckford. 2266 Mrs. Gladstone. 

2267 Orange Prince. 2269 Primrose. 2268 Princess of Wales. 

2271 Queen of England. 2270 Purple Prince. 2272 Queen of the Isles. 

2273 Senator. 2274 Vesuvius. 2275 Splendor. 

9976 Finest Mixed. Eckford’s Gilt-edge and the above choice selection. 

THREE NEW SWEET PEAS—Selected, one packet of cach 40c. 

9977” CUPID—The New Dwarf Sweet Pea. The greatest floral novelty of the year. 
Pure white; delightfully scented; growing only five inches high and producing 
hundreds of large, perfect bloo.as. The astonishing character of this new plant is 
shown in the illustration below. This remarkable ‘‘sport” from the ordinary 
Climbing Sweet Pea has now become absolutely fixed in character. Under the 
same conditions of culture as the common Sweet Pea it forms a most beautiful 
plant. No better plant has ever been introduced for border and pot culture. Pkt., of 20 seeds, 25c; 2 pkts., 40c. 

2278 American Belle. A 22 9 Blushing Beauty. Very 
new variety, neither striped fine and extra large; rich, _ 
or mottled, but distinctly soft fleshy-rose, of very 
spotted. The flowers are large expanded form. Pkt., 
very large, of good sub- 10c; 2 pkts., 15c; oz., 20c. 
stance, and finely formed, 2160 RICINUS Gibsoni (Cas- 
remaining perfect and keep- tor Oil Bean). Dwarf, or- 
ing well ina bouquet for a a namental plants; deep red 
long time; very desirable Bee foliage. Pkt. 3c; 2 pkts. 5c. 
for cut flowers; easily cul-j : B 2165 Cambodgensis. 
tivated; will come se Large palm-like leaves, 
from seed. Pkt., 10c; eg Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 
pkts., 25c; 0z., 30c. 2164 —— Zanzibarensis. A 

2191 SALVIA Splendens Baa new, distinct variety of 
(Scarlet Sage). A favorite \ great beauty; very large, 
perennial for bedding; has immense leaves; seeds at- 
scarlet flowers. Pkt., 3c. “ tractive in appearance 


2190 —— Coccinea Grandi. t Pkt., 10c, 3 pkts., 25c. 
Beautiful milk-white flow- “NS SS 2178 ROSA Rugosa (Alba). 
ers. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. CUPID—THE NEW DWARF SWEET PEA. PKT., 25C. Pure white flowers. Pkt. 10c. 


2194 —— Clara Beaman. Handsome globular bushes: 
erect spikes, covered with bright, dazzling scarlet flow- 
ers; very effective. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 

2192 —— Patens. Handsome, blue flowers. Pkt. 10c. 

2193 ——Argentea. Silver foliage. Pkt. 6c; 2 pkts. 10c. 

2185 SALPIGLOSSIS (Velvet Flower). Free-blooming 
plants, all colors. Pkt., 8c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

2200 Scabiosa (Mourning Bride). A handsome sum- 
mer border plant; mixed colors. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

2198 —— Snowball. Double white flowers. Pkt., 6c. 

2199 —— New Double Black. Coal-black flowers. Pkt 6c. d& 

2205 SCHIZANTHUS (Butterfly Flower), Splendid % 
plants; rich colored flowers, Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 

2110 SILENE (Catchfly). A beautiful, free-flowering (Aas > ws 
plant; very desirable. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. ON Gy PR AN RU Gdn err 

2216 SMILAX. Tuberous-rooted perennial climber; w vSs MV AMIN ARM } yt (\ 
small white flowers. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10e. Y) yy > re 

2217 SOLANUM (Little Gem). Very useful as a pot 
or border plant. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 

2218 STEVIA SERRATA (Pure White). Free-bloom- 
ing, very fragrant. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. ; = 

tas~ See page 110 for other standard varieties. SALVIA—CLARA BEDMAN. 


PKT., 6C, 


110 THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /. 
THREE VARIETIES OF SWEET WILLIAM, one pkt. of each for 15c. 
2280 Single Mixed. A perennial, with rich colored flowers. Pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c. 
2281 Double Mixed. Choice colors; very attractive and effective. Pkt., 6c. 
2282 Auricula-Flowered. A beautiful class of ‘‘eyed” single varieties. Fkt., 8c. 
2285 TAGETES (Cloth of Gold). Attractive. Pkt., 3c. 
2325 VINCA (Madagascar Periwinkle). Pkt., 3c. 
2330 VIOLET (Viola Odorata). Hardy perennials, 
blooming early in spring. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
A CHOICE SELECTION OF VERBENAS. 
Any one pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; 4 pkts., 15¢. 
2320 Pure White. Large, pure white flowers. 
2321 Scarlet Defiance. Intensely rich, bright scarlet. 
2315 Fine Mixed. Very fragrant, mixed colors. ~ — Sas 
9316 Hybrida, Choice Mixed. Very fragrant: mixea WI = aig 
2317 Mammoth Grandiflora Mixed. Very large. A il 


An old, well-known favorite; very showy and lasting. Any one pkt., 6c; 2 pkts., 10c; 5 pkts., 20c. 


2356 Dwarf Snowball. Very handsome. 2357 Dwarf Fireball. Fiery scarlet flowers. 2358 Pompone, 
2370 Tom Thumb. Dwarf and compact. 2375 Haageana, fl. pl. Perfect double flowers. 2376 Zebra. 
2377 Curled and Crested. A new variety; petals twisted and curled in very graceful forms; flowers iarge, double 
and perfect in form; magnificent colors. 2355 Mixed, Ali the above and many other choice varieties. 


2310 VALERIANA (Choice Mixed). od ape 
Hardy perennial; very showy, eX- 4K=ye am BER YRA Dos 


WATER LILIES. 
These plants are readily grown 


cellent for bouquets. Pkt., 3c. 6 Ry “See from seed; blooms first year. 
2335 Wallilower. Very fragrant, Ns Sry 4% =—«5340 Nymphaea Zanzibarensis. 
half-hardy perennials; single and Crag 44a Very fragrant, rich blue colors. 


double, all colors, mixed. Pkt., 3c. Qapeeaeaee 


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wae, Pkt., 10c.; 2 pkts., 15c. 
2345 Whitlavia (Fine Mixed). Del- “ie 


icate foliage plants; beautiiul bell- (/-74/ \\ BAAS ¥ irigegey fragrant, rich pink colors. Pkt,. 
shaped flower. Pkt., 3c; 2pkts.,5c. Wr \'\ & ") a 10c; 2 pkts., 15c. 

2349 YUCCA, Adam’s Needie. A 2342 cutifolia. Laven- 
splendid perennial. Pkt., 3c. CHOICE DWARF ZINNIAS. 2PKTS., 5c. der-blue colored flowers. Pkt, 10c. 


STOCKS. Gilliflowers. 


An old-fashioned flower, still a great 
favorite and much admired for its bright 
colorsand pleasing perfumes. Free bloom- 
ers, producing a great variety of colors 
and which are very effective. A hardy 
annual. 


DWARF GERMAN TEN-WEEKS. 
Any one pkt., 6cs 2 pkts., 10cs3 5 pkts., 20c. 


Other Standard Flower Seeds, 

The following varieties were omitted 
from the preceding descriptive list, from 
lack of space. The seed of each isof the 
best—full directions for culture plainly 
printed on each package. Any one pkt., 
3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 
1010 Abobra Viridifora. Very ornamental. 
1025 Achillea (Ptarmica Plena). Useful. 
1045 Agathea Collestis. Light blue. 


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9995 Rose ; 9996 Crimson. 1131 —— Grandiflora. Large white. 
oe ae oie 1140 Asperuea (Azurea Setosa). Blue. 
2220 Fine Mixed. All the above. 1141 — Odorota (Sweet Woodruff). 


LARGE FLOWERING DWARF. 
Any one pkt., 10c3 2 pkts., 15c3 5 pkts., 25c. 
2240 Snowilake. Pure white flowers. 
2241 White Periection. Perpetual bloom. 
2242 Red Victoria. Brilliant red. 
2245 Brompton or Winter. Very double. 
2248 Intermediate. Autumn flowers. 


/ 1284 Calampelis Scabra. Bugle Vine. 
1355 Cardiospermum (Balloon Vine), 
1445 Cobaea Scandens. A rapid climber. 
1655 Gillia (Fine Mixed). Desirable. 
1695 Gypsophila Paniculata. Delicate. 
1760 Kaulfussa (Mixed). Beautiful. 
1767 Kosteletzkya (Pink Beauty). Page —. 
2230 Choice Mixed. All the above. 1770 Lantana (Mixed). Very desirable. 
2195 Sanvitalia. (Procumbens, fi. pl.) | 2030 Pardanthus (Blackbury Lily). Fine. 
Dwarf bedding plants; double golden DWARF GER. STOCKS. 2031 Passiflora (Passion Flower). Fine. 
flowers. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c. 2 PKTS., 10c. 2033 Mixed. Choice varieties. Omitted. 


, \7 . Thisis a mixture of over one hundred varieties of 
LOVER! S BOUQU ET GARDEN . free flowering annuals of easy culture, which will 
produce a constant and varied bloom the entire season. They include all the well-known favorites, and numerous 
other sorts which, when growing together in such indescribable confusion, produces a kaleidoscopic effect, which 
is very interesting and instructive. Sucha scene is constantly changing its aspect as the season advances, new 
blossoms appearing while others are passing their period of bloom. After blossoming fairly begins, it is possible 
to be able to gather a bouquet at any time until the plants are killed by frost. Such a mixture is well adapted for 
sowing in shrubbery or in beds which are expected to receive but little care. Our supply of this seed is suffi- 
cient to enable us to quote very low prices. Pkt., 3c; 2 pkts., 5c; 1¢ oz., 10c; 0z., 15c; 14 Ib., 40c; Ib., $1.90. 


TEE LOVER LT COMPANY, TA TRLE SILVER, N. J. 111 


HARDY VINES AND CREEPERS. 


No home is complete or satisfactory without a selection of hardy vines. Once planted they increase in 
strength and beauty from year to year, requiring but the slightest care to direct their growth. For lack of space 
we name here but a few of the choicest kinds and describe them briefly; for a larger assortment see our MANUAL 
OF ORNAMENTAL TREES AND PLANTS. Ali here named will be sent by mail, if desired, at the prices quoted. 


CLEMATIS. 


Clematis paniculata. 
One of the most beau- 
tiful of all our hardy 

Te flowering vines. Pure 
Le jentgees eee! white, hawthorn- 
in (uN = wee §6scented flowers borne 
ite 3 Bates in great masses of 
panicles or clusters 
on long stems. The 
bloom is so profuse 
as tofairly cover the 
plant with a sheet of 
fleecy white, as is 
shown in the illustia- 
tion. Its blooming 
period is in August 
and September when 
most other vines 
have ceased. Itisa 
particularly rapid 
grower, soon reach- 
ing a height of fif- 
teen or twenty feet 
and spreads outin all | 
directions. A vine 
of this in full bloom 
is a sight to behold. 
Strong, field grown 
plants, ea., 20c; 3 for 
50c; doz., $1.50. 
Clematis Jackmanni. 

JACKMANNI. JACKMANNI ALBA. PANICULATA. The pioneer of the 
large flowered improved Clematis, and with few, if any, equals and no superiors. Vigorous, perpetual, very pro- 
fuse and constant. Flowers large, in such masses as to form a cloud of bloom of intense violet-purple, having the 
appearance of velvet, and remarkably rich. One of the choicest in cultivation. Ea., 50c; 3 for 75c; doz., $2.50. 

Clematis Jackmanni alba. Similar to the preceding in all respects, except that the flowers are pure white. A 
very beautiful and choice variety, and should be more largely planted. Ea., 40c; 3 for $1.00. 

Clematis Coloradensis. A new variety of the Flammula type, but a great improvement. Its growth is so 
rapid that it will frequently cover, the first season, the largest verandah or lattice with dense verdure, and for 
several months give a veritable sheet of its pretty white flowers, which are small and borne in clusters, and fol- 
lowed by tufted seed vessels, giving it the unusual and beautiful appearance of being covered with down. Ea., 
20e; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. re na] 21 Be NS : 


AMPELOPSIS. 

Ampelopsis quingzfolia. One 
of the finest of native plants, 
arank and vigorous grower, ry as erett 
rapidly covering old buildings Wades ii, ; 
fences and other unsightly ob- " “t A: 
jects, and especially desirable 
for draping large porches. 
The foliage is larger than the 
Japanese variety, a higher 
green during summer, but 
changes inautumn to brightest 
crimson, maroon and orange. 
Ka., 15c; 3 for 35c; doz., $1.25. 

Ampelopsis Veitchii. The famous Japan or Boston 
Ivy, now well known and indispensable for covering 
walls and buildings. One of the most useful of all 
vines, as it clings firmly to stone, brick and wood, or 
buildings of any material, without assistance, and is 
entirely hardy. It forms a perfect robe of dark green, 

‘leathery leaves, overlapping each other like tiles, as . AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII. 
shown in cut, thus shielding the building from the hot brilliant flaming crimson and gold at the approach of 
sun. The foliage is dark, glossy green changing to the frost. Strong plants, ea., 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50, 


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CHINESE MATRIMONY VINE. 


Lycium Sinensis. 


A vigorous climber and rapid 
grower, branching freely, and 
covered with bright purple, 
star-shaped flowers, succeeded 
by brilliant scarlet berries al- 
most an inch long; the contrast 
between the clossy, dark green 
foliage and shining scarletfruit 
being exceedingly beautiful. 
Flowers and fruit continue 
forming throughout summer until autumn, when the 
fruit ripens and remains on the vine until late winter. 
Of the easiest culture, thrives everywhere, and in any 
soil. Strong plants, ea., 20c: 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


Tecoma radicans. 


A handsome, showy vine, with 
ornamental, fern-like foliage and 
<> magnificent, large, orange-scarlet 
s= flowers, borne in clusters, each 
85 4 flower being four or five inches 
long. Itis particularly useful for 
covering dead trees and other un- 
sightly objects. Itadheres to bark 


£Z in Aucust, when in full bloom it 
produces a gorgeous effect with 


Ea.. 15c: 3 for 35e: doz.. $1.25. 


TRUMPET FLOWER. . 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. 7. 


HONEYSUCKLE. 


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Monthly Fragrant Honeysuckle. A delightful vine fcr 
verandahs or porches by reason of its sweet fragrance. 
Showy flowers of red and yellow throughout June and 
July. Of more shrubby growth than other varieties. 
Ea., 15c; 3 for 25c; doz., $1.25. 

Hail’s Japan Honeysuce- 
kle. Probabiy the most 
desirable of all the 
Honeysuckles. Strong, 
shrubby growth, dark, 
rich foliage almost com- 
pletely evergreen in 
character and covered 
from May until Novem- 
ber with exceedingly 
fragrant flowers, pure 
white in color at first, ® 
then changing to yellow; Gi ~ 
much resembling a Cape Jasmine in delightful odor. 
Ea., 15c; 3 for 35¢; doz., $1.25. 

Special. One of each for 25c. 


= WISTARIA. 
hipwen: : AN Chinese Biue Wistaria. An 
nS ASS exceedingly rapid grower 
: and one of the most beauti- 
ful of climbers. The foli- 
age is abundant and neat 
and the fragrant flowers 
are borne in astonishing 
profusion during May and 
* June, in pendulous racemes, 
often eighteen to twenty in- 
ches long and of a beautiful 


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“a fa A i ™ porcelain blue. A universal 
ust S re td favorite and very fine. Ea.. 
e® 20c; 3 for 50c; doz., $1.50. 


Chinese Double Wistaria. A grand variety, produc- 
ing immense panicles of purplish-blue flowers which 
are as double asarose. Exceedingly beautiful. Ea., 35c. 


Special. One of each for 50c. 


LOVETT’S MANUAL OF ORNAMENTAL TREES AND PLANTS 


is the title of our large Descriptive Catalogue of Ornamentals, and it is the most elaborate, comprehensive and 
complete Handbook of Ornamental Trees and Plants ever issued by any horticultural establishment; being lavishly 
illustrated throughout, admirably printed on heavy paper, and containing several beautiful chromo-lithographs 
in oil, produced at great expense especially for this work. 


HOW TO LAY OUT THE HOME GROUNDS. 


An introduction, and an essay on the care, culture, and management of Ornamental Trees and Plants, by 
a celebrated landscape gardener and horticultural writer, furnish instructions and suggestions on ornamental 
planting, and carefully drawn up plans are given for small places, with planting lists and general directions. 

We do not attempt to catalogue our Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, etc., in the GumDE TO HORTICULTURE but 
refer those wishing them to the MANUAL, where will be found fully described all the best varieties of 


Deciduous Flowering Shrubs, Evergreen Trees and Shrubs, 
Deciduous Shade Trees, Hardy Vines and Creepers, 
Hardy Herbaceous Plants, Ornamental Hedge Plants, ete. 


The book is trustworthy and authoritative. The contents are arranged botanically, and the common English 
names also given. Much time and research has been expended in the attempt to make it strictly correct in every 
respect, and it will be found invaluable for reference to all who nse it. 

We make a nominal charge for this superb Catalogue, and mail it for Fifteen Cents. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, Little Silver, N. ae 


No feature of a modern country home is more important or more desirable than a smooth, bright and perfect 
sward upon the lawn. In order to produce a perfect lawn, it is absolutely necessary to obtain good seeds of the 
grasses best adapted to the purpose, mixed in correct proportions. Situated as we are, surrounded by summer 
residences of wealthy New York people, with Long Branch upon one hand and Rumson upon the other, our expe- 
rience in producing fine lawns has been wide and thorough. 

Our Grand View Lawn Grass Seed is the result of twenty years observation and practical experience in lawn 
making, and can be relied upon to quickly produce a dense, smooth turf, presenting at all times a healthy and 
rich color, and one that will endure the heat and drought of our most trying summers. For renovating old lawns, 
those that have become thin in places, it is unequalled, renewing the worn and bare spots as if by magic. 

It is composed of the best seed in the whole world, and we believe it to be the best possible mixture for our 
American soil and climate. We could not make it better if we charged double the price. We could offer cheaper, 
or rather lower priced mixtures, that would also give good results. But experience has taught us the best is 
decidedly the cheapest, and we therefore handle the one grade only. We use the fancy grades of recleaned seed 
of all the varieties embraced in uur Lawn grasses and at the prices we offer we give more seed for the money than 
can be obtained elsewhere. Usually the weight is but fifteen pounds per bushel, a large portion of which is 
chaff. We give twenty pounds to the bushel of pure seed of the highest grade of the very best varieties. 

The quantity required for seeding a new lawn, for best and quickest results, is five bushels per acre; for 
renewing old lawns, one to three bushels, according to number of thin places. One quart will sow 15 by 20 feet 
or 300 square feet, or one pint is sufficient for renewing same area. 

Full directions for laying down new lawns, and for renovating old ones, will be sent with each package of seed. 
BOX aout for 400 square tt., 25c; by mail, - a eee (20 Ibs.,) - bois heat malyen de lee eR 
PECK, — - $1.00: by mail, su 40|2 BUSHELS, 40lbs,) - - - - = 6.50 

LOVETT’S TERRACE MIXTURE. 

This is composed of the grasses which will most quickly produce a rich, deep green and permanent sward 

‘upon banks and terraces. Like Grand View Lawn Grass it is composed exclusively of high grade recleaned seed: 


It is also very valuable for producing a sod upon hot, dry exposures upon the level. Box (3 pints), 25c, (by mail, 
a0 Peck, $1.10, (by mail, $1.50); bushel, $4.00. 


THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. J.