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MISCELLANEOUS.

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Aisparagus ROOtS 22-2 eeeeee eee 43 Improved Brass Syringes......... 76
Bird: Seed 22. j.c-8sc ess eee 75 Japan Flax 22 oo 5c ese eee 77
Bates’ Plant Protector............ 76 Kitchen Garden Roots, etc........- 75
Cedar, Plantisticks=s sss "eens @ | Tsabels; Pot and Tree's. 225-4. 22-4 77
Cloviers 332s asso eee 52 iO" =| Teawne Grassiee teeta eee 74
Cuba'Bast)- 22 sodas oss sae ee ssae 77 Dawn Wow er aeons eee eae 88
Prertilizers) 22355 fosccce soa 77 Miscellaneous Seeds ..--...----.-- 75
Garden Implements ...........__.. 78 Mushroom Spawn..........-.----- 59
Gardening for Profit (Cover) ....-.- 3 | Noyes’ Hand Weeder.......-..-.- 76
Garlic sae see eee eee aes 5D |o Potatoes) ss eee oe ses eee 62
Gishurst Compound ........__..__. 77. | Practical Floriculture, (Cover). ..-- 3
Gladiolus ene: aie sete ar S5nperhubarb eROots) sass eo eee eee Eee 75
Graftang: Wax rs =. 62 Se5 2 77- |) Rustic: Seats !:. 50552525 cee eee eee
Grass Seeds 25.5522 ee a 74 | Rustic Vases, &c. .........------
Holbrook’s Seed Drill............. 88 | Thermometers ........------.

ee Hand Cultivator. _____. 28 | Whale Oil Soap .......---.
Immortelles | & Cees ese eee 35 | Wire Designs ......-.-.-

A Catalogue of Dutch Bulbs and Flower ”

Imported direct from the most celebrated establishments in Holl:
Ist of September, and will be sent to all applicants f-

STATICE SPICATA.
Page 83.

arbening for Brotit,
Ste direlosin

NOTICES BY THE PRESS.

Here is a book that will interest not only those who follow gardening for profit, but
also the boys and the matrons upon the farm. Every minutie of garden 1 management is
plainly given and illustrated. There are a hundred things told and described in this book
that any wide-awake cultivator would give five times ‘the cost to know. It interests
the enterprising boy, because from it he can learn how much a small patch of ground can
be made to yield. It interests the farmer, because he can learn from it how. well good
cultivation and the proper management of soils will pay, and how an unkindly soil can
be ameliorated. He can learn much of what ev ery farmer needs to know of the treat-
ment of soils —Farmers’ Advertiser (St. Louis).

All the vegetables that thrive in the open air in our latitude are described, together
with the best methods for growing them. The author also imparts practical instructions
on the subjects of drainage, and the formation and management of hot-beds. Numerous
well-executed wood-cuts ‘tend to make clearer the instructions of the author.—Phil. Ing.

The author has had long experience, and is well qualified to give lessons in this
department oflabor. All kinds of yegetables are described, and the whole subject so
treated as to point out the way tothe surest and largest profit.—Christ. Press (New York).

There are marvels of transformation and rapid reproduction recorded therein, which
might well shame the dull fancy of the author of Aladdin or of Kaloolah. ‘There is no
theory about it. The author plainly tells our young men how they can get rich without
wanderi ing to California or Montana for it e ither.—HoRACE GREELY, in the W. ¥. Tr ibune.

It was with great satisfaction that we opened this treatise, encouraged by its intro-
duction to believe it a really valuable work: and suchit is. Its rules. and directions
are clearly and intelligibly stated. Any one can work by them and under them, if he
chooses. It is full of matter relating to the essentials of successful gardening. EG istian
Intelligencer (New York).

The directions apply mainly to the market-garden, yet the amateur or private gar-
dener will experience no difficulty i in applying them to a more limitedarea. The amount
of valuable practical information condensed into this volume makes it one of the
most desirable books of the kind that have been published.—The Evangelist (New York).

It is unquestionably the most thorough and the best work of the kind we have yet
had from the pen of an American author. It is written ina clear, concise style, and thus
made more comprehensive than works which smack more of the office than the farm or
garden.—Daily Evening Times (Bangor, Me.)

By Mail, Post Paid, ; : : : 5 Ei GO).

BY THE SAME AUTHOR,

al Fiorieculture.

Descriptive of the modes of Commercial Floriculture, as practiced in the vicinity
of New York, the subjects on which it mainly treats are: Landseape Gardening; Designs
for Flower Gardens; Planting of Flower Gardens; Green-house Structures: Mode of
Heating; Cold-Frames; Hot -beds ; Soils for Potting; Temperature and Moisture; Cul-
ture of the Rose, Tube-rose, Verbena and Violet; Propagation of Plants by Seeds, Cut-
tings, &e. ; Parlor and Window Gardening ; Hanging Baskets; Packing Plants; Plants
by Mail; Formation of Rock Work ; Construction of Bouquets, Baskets, etec.; ‘Culture /
of Winter Flowering Plants; Insects; Profits of Floriculture; Diary of Operations, ete”

Price by Mail, Post.paid, . . A 5 $1 50.
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OF THE FOLLOWING FACTS:

That being Florists and
Market Gardeners*as well as
Seedsmen, our Greenhouses.
and Grounds sive us special
advantages tr not only testing
the germinating qualities, but
in experimenting with the
vegetable and flower seeds
best suited to our climate.

rWe suarantee the safe
arrival of Seeds and Plants
to any part of the United
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t= Our Trade list for Florists
and Market Gardeners will
be forwarded on application.

For list of Novelties and

Specialties i Flower and
Vegetable Seeds, see pages S1
and 84.

elf the contents of this
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ANNUAL
DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE

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SEEDS,

Horticultural Implements, Fertilizers, &c.,
FOR SALE BY |
PETER HENDERSON & CO.,, |

Seedsmen,

35 CORTLANDT ST., NEW YORK.

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NEW YORK:
PRESS OF MUNROE & METZ, BOOK AND JOB PRINTERS, 60 JOHN ST.
1872.

LTHOUGH we have previously given notice of our removal to our present location, on the dissolu-
tion of Henderson & Fleming, yet as our Catalogue will fall into so many new hands, we are

again constrained to make mention of our new quarters, which are now at

No. 35 Cortlandt Street, New York,

A location easily reached from the main Railroad Depots, and Steamboat Landings.

Our long experience as MARKET GARDENERS and FLorisvs, gives us special advantages as Seedsmen, as
| such knowledge not only enables us to judge practically of varieties, but our Greenhouses and grounds give
us a daily means of testing not only the germinating qualities, but the purity of the seeds we offer, which
could not be done if we were not actually engaged in all kinds of gardening operations. All seeds not raised
in our own gardens, are grown under our immediate supervision by experienced and reliable men. Such
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varieties as it is necessary to import, are selected for us by special agents in Europe,

ORDER EA EuENe

We would impress on our correspondents the importance of sending in their orders as early as possible;
during the height of our busy season it is sometimes a matter of extreme difficulty to despatch our orders as
quickly as they are received, and our friends can greatly aid us to avoid delay by forwarding their orders
at an early date.

NAME AND ADDRESS.

Orders should be made out separate from the body of the letter, and the name and address written dis-
tinctly and infull. We receive annually many letters containing orders and money, without either signature
or address, which sometimes causes much vexatious correspondence and delay. =

To facilitate the filling of orders, we enclose an order sheet in each of our Catalogues, which patrons will
greatly oblige by using. as they expedite the filling of orders, and thus save the purchaser the annoyance of

a FORWARDING OF ORDERS.

All orders that can be sent by mail will be forwarded free of charge, with the exception of Peas, Beans
and Corn, which weigh very heavy, these will always be sent by express, unless it is specified by the buyer
that they are to be sent by mail, in which case ten cents must be added for each quart to be mailed.

Please note, that all orders taken from the Seed Catalogue

should be addressed PETER HENDERSON & CO., while orders.

our Seed and Plant Departments are entirely separate.

Parties who may change their place of residence, and who wish that our Catalogues may be mailed them,
will please notify us, so that we may be enabled to correct their address.
Orders from unknown correspondents must invariably be accompanied by remittances or satisfactory
reference. It will save much trouble and insure immediate attention in all cases when money accompanies
the order. The safest way is to send by Draft or Post Office Order. Large sums, in bills, may be forwarded
by express ; if sent by mail, the letter should always be registered.

PETER HENDERSON & CO.,
PETER HENDERSON, 35 Cortlandt Street,

Wm. H. Carson,

ALFRED HENDERSON. NEW YORK.

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Propagation

Extract from “ Practical Floriculiwre.”

HE propagation of plants, of all kinds, by seeds, is a matter in which instructions can only to a certain
extent be given. Long experience only can give the necessary knowledge for the full understanding
of the proper temperature and humidity essential for the successful germination of the different

varieties. It may be laid down as a safe rule, however, that for the hardier varieties, a low or medium
temperature is required, say from 45° to 60°, and for the tender species, a temperature from 75° to 90°.

If Pansy seed be sown in July or August, where the temperature in the shade averages 80°, no matter
how moist the soilis kept, if germination takes place at all it will be of so feeble a kind that the seedlings will
not continue a healthy existence ; but if the same seed were sown in September or October, with an average
temperature of say 60° in the shade, a quick and healthy germination would be the result. The same rule
applies to Cinerarias, Calceolarias, Auriculas, Primulas, and all other plants of this half-hardy nature.
English, Scotch, and Irish gardeners, before they have had time for experience in this country, are apt to fail
into the common error of sowing all these seeds too soon. Though it is proper to sow these seeds in
July and August in England, with us, in this section, it must be delayed to September or October, and in
warm latitudes still later, or failure is almost certain to follow. On the other hand, if we attempt to germi-
nate Portulacas, Balsams, Amaranths, Zinnias, or other plants of tropical origin, in the medium temperature
of 50°, they will either remain dormant until a higher temperature occurs, or perish. Ignorance of, or inat-
tention to, these conditions, is far oftener the cause of failure than want of vitality in seeds.

Whether seeds are sown in the open border, in the window garden of the parlor, in the hot-bed, or
green-house, the same conditions should be followed, as far as practicable. In the open border there is not
always a choice of soil, but if soil is to be prepared, let it be of a light nature; leaf mould from the woods, and
well-pulverized muck from the swamps are excellent to sift on as a covering; or, where it is obtainable, the
mould formed by decayed refuse hops is of great value as a covering for seeds. We have employed this
exclusively as a covering for seeds of all kinds for many years, with results which have been vastly superior
to those we had when we did not use it.

It must be borne in mind that at first, seeds do not so much need a fertile soil as they do one having the
necessary mechanical condition; this is found exactly, in the light, moisture-retaining nature of hop-mould.
We can give no better rule than the old one of covering seeds to about their own depth with mould, although
something depends on the weight of the material with which they are covered. One-fourth of an inch in
depth of hop-mould or leaf-mould would be po more than equivalent to half that depth of ordinary loam ;
hence the advantage in using it, as it gives the seed a moist, springy covering, through which the tiny germ
can freely push.

We know it is a practice very common with amateurs, and many gardeners, when starting seeds in hot-
bed or green-house, to use flower-pots in their operations; they are generally two-thirds filled with potsherds,
overlaying which is an inch or two of soil, and on this the seed is sown. Any continuation of dry weather
necessitates almost daily watering of the flower-pots; this bakes or hardens the surface, while a day’s
inattention to them dries the soil, while it is in this condition, so as to injure the vitality of the seeds ; hence
very unsatisfactory results follow this practice too often.

For many years we have entirely discarded thes use of earthen fiower-pots or pans for the purpose of
sowing seeds, and use shallow boxes instead. These we prepare by cutting the common-sized soap-box in
three pieces, each one of a depth of about two inches. These boxes are filled with the prepared soil to the
depth of 13g inch, which is gently and evenly pressed, so as to give an entirely level surface; the seeds are
then sown, and a light covering, from 16 to 34 part of an inch thick, according to size or strength of seed,
is sifted over them, through a sieve having a mesh only fl part of an inch in diameter. The covering is
gently pressed, to prevent the air penetrating the loose soil and drying up the seeds; watering, which it is
well to ayoid as much as possible, is thus rendered less necessary. Be careful, however, not to let them suffer
for moisture, as in the weak condition of seedlings, most plants are quickly injured by neglect of this kind,
and, even with all possible care, we experience serious losses. Many varieties will ‘‘ damp off,”’ as we term it,
just as the first rough leaves are being formed; this, however, is not the result of excessive moisture, as it
occurs just as quickly ina dry temperature as a moist one. It is evidently caused by the same insidious
spider-web-like substance that is known among gardeners as the ‘fungus of the cutting bench,” and is
evidently one of the minute fungi of which we have so many representatives. The best preventive of this
disease, as it is sometimes called, is, just as soon as the seedling plants can be handled, to take them from
the seed-boxes, and prick them out in boxes of similar mould, trom 3g to 2 inches apart, according to the
variety. This is a much better method than potting them off in flower-pots, as it not only saves time and
room, but they always do better. In the fiower-pots they are liable to be dried up, and the tender roots of the
seedling plant thereby quickly destroyed.

As Imported from the most Celebrated European Cultivators.

These are all of the very best quality, and can be highly recommended.

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ASTERS.
Truffaut’s Peony-Flowered Perfection.* In twelve separate distinct colors. -.-.. $1 25
Reid’s Improved Quilled. In twelve distinct colors ..............---..-------- 1 00
Dwarf, Chrysanthemum-Flowered. In six distinct colors.......-..----------- 75
Cocardeau, or Crown. (White centres.) In six colors...............-.-------- 75
Victoria. (Fine.) In twelve distinct colors..........-..----..--------- Deere ee 1 25
Rose-Elowered. In eight/distinct, colors.--.-.-- -2-.-- sess ose see sees 1 00
BALSAMS.

Double Dwarf, Camellia-Flowered. In six colors.........-..---------+------- 75
Rose-Flowereds-sln’ twelvorcolors see. seer eee ee eee 1 00
GERMAN STOCKS.

Dwarf German Ten-Weeks. In twelve colors.........222.---222e2eeee cece eeee 1 00
Brompton, or Winter-Flowering. In twelve colors............--.-.-----+----++ 1 00
VARIOUS COLLECTIONS.

Canna.W Twelve idistincivarieticsns <a e ee eee tee ee ae 1 00
Carnations. Twelve beautiful varieties -.......-.. 400-22 eee se see esa eee eee ees 1 50
Climbing Plants. Twelve selected varieties .....-.---+-cc+ ceeeeeeceeeeclee eee 1 00
Dianthus. Twelve finest VATIObless 2 yas ee ee a ee eee 1 00
Everlasting Plants. ~For Winter bouquets.-......-.-...---.----+-------------- 1 00
Helichrysum. (Everlasting flowers). Ten fine varieties...........--..-.------ 75
Hollyhock: ‘Twelve choice varieties =_ sete. nee ee ee Se Se ee eae me 1 00
Ornamental Gourds. Twelve distinct species ........--....--.-----2------+--- 1 00
Ornamental-leaved Plants. Twelve finest species ...........-- wloesslecidepeetsoe 1 00
Poppy, Double Peony-Flowered. Hight fine varieties ...............-...---- 75
Pansy. Twelve distinct and beautiful variéties..................-.------------ 1 50
Phlox Drummondii. Twelve beautiful varieties.................-------------- 1 00
Portulaca, Double. Six distinct varieties _.....:-...-------2-<<c-seceecceeee-- 1 00
SweetiPeasy ssixidistin ctecolorsse. ee. aa ee seer ce ae tee ee 25
Zinnia Elegans. Finest double. Six varieties ................-------------+-- 75
HARDY ANNUALS.

One Hundred Distinct Varieties. Our own selection .........--..--.---------- 5 00
Fifty Distinct Varieties, oe See ta pasa ach clbiata ae stars [areas eee 2 50
Twenty-five Distinct Varieties, us ae Sajatayelcisloainla seinen crolareemeenl MOO

BIENNIALS and PERENNIALS.
One Hundred Distinct Varieties. Our own selection....-.-..--..----+---+----
Fifty Distinct Varieties,
Twenty Distinct Varieties,

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TIME OF SOWING, &c.

HARDY ANNUALS may be sown in the open border from April to June. Before
sowing, which should be done on a fine, dry day, carefully prepare the soil, and, in
covering, regulate the thickness by the size of the seeds. Small seeds should be very
lightly covered. Success in growing annuals depends in a great measure upon their
being properly thinned to regular distances, so as to give plenty of room for the full
developement of each plapt. This, in too many instances, is entirely neglected ; hence
the dissatisfaction so often expressed as to their use. a

HALF-HARDY AND TENDER ANNUALS may be sown in March and April in
shallow boxes, and placed on a slight hot-bed, and, when strong enough, pricked out
into a cool frame near the glass, where they may get hardened and well established for
transplanting into their blooming quarters in May, or potted off singly for green-house
or conservatory decoration. Under ordinary circumstances, most of the varieties will
bloom freely if sown in the open ground about the middle of May.

BIENNIALS AND PERENNIALS.—The more select and tender varieties for Sum-
mer and Autumn blooming may be sown in a gentle heat in March and April, and
treated in the manner recommended for half-hardy annuals. The hardy kinds may be
sown in the open border from April to August, in prepared beds, and when strong
enough potted off singly, or transplanted to the open ground, where they are intended
to bloom the following year. During the Winter, protect the plants with a light
covering of leaves or coarse manure.

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ABOBRA, Nat. Ord. Cucurbitacee.
Abobra Viridiflora. A very elegant and beautiful climbing cucurbit, with small

finely-divided foliage and oval-shaped vivid scarlet fruits. Half-hardy
perennial

Per pkt.

ABRONIA, Nat. Ord. Nyctaginacew.

Extremely pretty creeping plants, with verbena-like heads of sweet-scented
flowers, very effective in beds, rock-work, or hanging baskets; succeed in any
light rich soil. Half-hardy annuals.

Abronia Arenaria (new). Pure waxy yellow, deliciously scented, lasting a long
time in bloom
—— Umbeliata. Rosy lilac, 4 ft....-..-

ACONITUM, Nat. Ord. Ranunculaceae.

Showy hardy perennials, good for shrubberies, growing well under trees.
Aconitum Napellus (Monkshood). Blue and white, 2 ft.....-....--.----.------

ACROCLINIUM, Nat. Ord. Composite

One of the best of the everlasting flowers, very extensively used for Winter
bouquets, for which purpose the flowers should be cut before they are fully ex-
panded. Half-hardy annuals.

Acroclinium Album. Pure white, 1 ft.
—— Roseum. Bright rose, 1 ft
ADONIS, Nat. Ord. Ranunculacee.

Showy hardy annuals, lasting a long time in bloom.

Adonis Histivalis. Scarlet, 1 ft
— Autumnalis. Crimson, | ft

ADLUMIA, Nat. Ord. Fumariacee.

A beautiful climbing plant of graceful habit. Hardy annual.
Adlumia Cirrhosa. (Mountain Fringe). White, 15 ft

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

AGERATUM, Nat. Ord. Composite.

Very valuable and showy plants for large clumps, blooming throughout the
Summer, and if lifted and potted in the Fall, and placed in the parlor or green-
house, will keep up a succession of beautiful flowers all Winter. Half-hardy
annuals.

Ageratum Conspicuum. Pure white, i+ ft
—— Mexicanum. Lavender blue 1 ft
—— Imperial Dwarf (new).

AGROSTEMMA, Nat. Ord. Caryophyllacee.

Attractive, free-flowering, hardy herbaceous plants, growing freely in any
common garden soil. *
Agrostemma Coronaria (ftose Campion.) Rose, 2 ft..-...--.-----------+ +--+ +--+
—— Celi-Alhba. Pure white, 1 ft
—— "Roseas} Rose; veryipretty. Utts o Segeceso veins yee erase ena aerate

ALONSOA, Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacee.

Very free-blooming bedding plants, flowering all Summer. AHalf-hardy
annuals.
Alonsoa Grandifiora. Bright scarlet, 14 ft
— Warozewiczii. Crimson, 1} ft

ALYSSUM, Nat. Ord. Crucifere.

Very pretty little plants for edging or rockwork, blooming all Summer; they
also succeed in the green-house, for’ Winter and early Spring flowers, and are
much used for bouquets, on account of their delicate honey-like fragrance.
Alyssum Sweet. White, very sweet. “Hardy annual

—— Saxatile Compacta. Extremely showy, yellow. Hardy perennial.....-.-
—— Wierzbeckii. White and yellow. Hardy perennial

AMBLYOLEPIS, Nat. Ord. Composite.

A very showy and fragrant hardy annual, from New Holland.
Amblyolepis Setigera. Bright yellow, 2 ft

AMARANTHUS, Nat. Ord. Amarantacee.

A very ornamental and much admired class of plants. If sown in the frame or
green-house, and planted out in June, they will form very attractive objects.
Half-hardy annuals.

Amaranthus Caudatus (Love Lies Bleeding). Red, graceful, 3 ft...-.-.--.------
— Bicolor Ruber. A beautiful novelty...---. ------------ sei --s 0-21 eee:
—— Hypochondriachus (Prince’s Feather). Crimson, 3 ft.......--. .-----------
—— Tricolor (Joseph’s Coat). Leaves red, yellow and green; very handsome...

Tricolor Giganteus. A new and beautiful variety

Melancholicus Ruber. A very showy plant of free growth, foliage blood
red; well adapted for ribbon belts or groups, 13 ft

Sanguineus. One of the most beautiful of all ornamental-leaved plants,
forming a strong shrub-like bush of 5 feet in height, the leaves and
stems being of rich crimson during the Summer months, but in Autumn
shaded with golden bronze

Speciosus Aureus. New golden Prince’s Feather

AMMOBIUM, Nat. Ord. Composite.

A very useful everlasting, for making dried Winter bouquets, forming also a
showy plant for the garden. Hardy annual.

Ammobium Alatum. White, 2 ft

ANNAGALLIS, Nat. Ord. Primulacee.

Very pretty small plants, exceedingly valuable for beds, vases or rock-work.
Half-hardy annuals.
Anagallis Grandiflora Coerulea. Large sky blue, 3 ft---
—— Sanguinea. Bright ruby, beautiful, 2 ft.--.------
—— Pallida. Pale blue, very pretty, + ft

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ANCHUSA, Nat. Ord. Boraginacew.
Showy border plant, useful for shrubberies. Hardy perennial.
Anchusa Italica. (Jtalian Altkanet.) Blue, 2 ft

ANEMONE, Nat. Ord. Ranyneulacee.

Beautiful hardy perennial ; succeeds well in any light soil. Soak the seeds in
earth until it begins to sprout, and then sow in a shady place.

Anemone Coronaria. Mixed colors, 1 ft

AQUILEGIA, (Columbine,) Nat. Ord. Ranunculacee.

An extremely showy genus of early Summer blooming plants, their flowers

being both in form and color strikingly beautiful. Hardy perennials.
Aquilegia Alba Flora-Plena. Pure white double, 14 ft

— Durandi. Double red and white, striped, fine, 14 ft..---...-.--..----. phi
— Formosa. Red and orange, 14 ft

— Glandulosa. Blue and white; large and splendid

— Skinneri. Scarlet and yellow; very beautiful, 14 ft

—— Wittmaniana. Blue and white, fragrant, very fine, 14 ft

— Choice Mixed Double. All colors

— Mixed Single. All colors

ANTIRRHINUM MAJUS, (Snap Dragon,) Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacea.
One of the most useful Summer and Autumn flowering perennials, vieing
with the Carnation in the variety of their stripes and spots. (See colored plate.)

Antirrhinum Majus Tom Thumb. Dwarf, very handsome, 1 ft
—— Striatum Majus. New striped, 1 ft
—— Extra Fine Mixed. From named varieties

ARABIS, Nat. Ord. Crucifere.

A small early Spring flowering plant, with pure white flowers; contrasting
beautifully with the yellow Alyssum. Hardy perennial.

Arabis Alpina. White, #ft ...............-.--2----22.-5-------

ARCTOTIS, Nat. Ord. Composite.
Dwarf compact plants, with large showy flowers, continuing in bloom
whole Summer. Half-hardy annuals.

Arctotis Breviscapa. Deep orange, with dark centre, 4 ft -..-.--..-.
-— Grandiflora. Pale yellow, with dark crimson centre, + ft -...-.--

ARGEMONE, Nat. Ord. Papaveracee.
Exceedingly showy, free flowering border plants, with large Poppy-like
flowers. Hardy annuals.
Argemone Hunnemannii. Carmine and yellow, 2 ft
— Grandiflora. White; very handsome, 2 ft....-.-.
—— Mexicana. Yellow; showy, 2 ft

i ARISTOLOCHIA, Nat. Ord. Aristolochiacew.
A highly ornamental climbing plant, with very curiously shaped flowers.
Hardy perennial.
Aristolochia Sipho (Dutchman’s Pipe), 30 ft ..-..------

ASPERULA, Nat. Ord. Galiaca.

A most profuse blooming hardy annual of dense habit, and attaining an
average growth of one foot. The flowers, which are a beautiful light blue, are
very sweet scented, and last a long while in perfection.

Asperula Azurea Setosa (new). Blue, 1 ft

AUBRIETIA, Nat. Ord. Cruciferae.

Exceedingly pretty Spring flowering plants, adapted for edgings or rock-
work, flowering in great profusion. Hardy perennials.

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AUBRIETIA—continued.

Aubrietia Deltoidea. Rosy lilacj4:ft.:- - 32st S ieee tee coiseoe ee
——— | Groeca. -Purpley atte sac. eo seer eee eee eee eee eee aa eee
——— Purpurea.. Purple; $ftioc- eo. cnc eee ee Ree eee eee Geer ee err eee ee

AURICULA, Nat. Ord. Primulacee.

From a splendid collection, comprising all the newest and best colored
varieties. Half-hardy perennial.

Auricula: Finest mixed, fta----.--- eee nee eee

ASTER, Nat. Ord. Composite.

This splendid class of annuals is one of the most popular and effective of our
garden favorites, producing in profusion flowers of the most perfect and beauti-
ful form, as well as richness and variety of color. They delight in a rich, light
soil, and in hot, dry weather should be mulched well with rotted manure, and
supplied liberally with water. Half-hardy annuals.

Aster, China, fine-mixed <= toc 1535 ae SE ie Sh Lae oe ee

—— Reid’s German Quilled. Flowers very double, of oval form, the petals
have the appearance of quills or tubes, habit branching, with a pro-
fusion of blossoms, height from 1} to 2 ft., finest mixed colors....-.-.

—— Truffaut’s Poeony-Flowered. Very double, of fine form, round in shape,
resembling a ball; produces few side flowers, 14 ft. in height, many
colors Mixedis: eee. CL OE OT SS 1 es Sa

-—— Peeony-Flowered Perfection. Flowers large and double, the petals beau-
tifully incurved, one of the best in every respect; twenty beautiful
colors: mixede 2s Staak ES ee ene a een

—— Peony-Flowered Globe. The earliest flowering variety, of branching
habit; flowers very double, fine mixed colors-.-:...--..-.-...-------

—— Dwari Chrysanthemum-Flowered. A splendid variety of dwarf com-
pact habit, nine inches in height, flowers large and well reflexed, and
produced when other varieties are out of bloom ......---.-.----.----

—— Imbrique Pompone. A free blooming, compact habited variety, flower
petals, broad and neatly overlapping each other to the centre, finest
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—— Dwarf Pyramidal Bouquet. Height from 12 to 15 inches, a very free
blooming variety, the flowers forming, when well grown, a complete
bouquet; mixed (colors sas emeen eee eerie eta eee ee

—— Crown, or Cocardeau. A very handsome variety, with large flowers, the
centres of which are pure white, surrounded with many bright colors,
all Colors mie dooyoo ae cial a alete ceh ae ee eee eters

—— Giant Emperor. A tall and strong growing variety, producing few
flowers, but of immense size and very double, 14 to 2 ft. in height,
splendid Mid sec oe Sec min, HERE Se ne See opera ee ater aS

—— Hedgehog or Porcupine. The flowers of this variety are composed of
long-quilled, curious-looking petals; height about 2 ft., mixed colors. -

—— Rose-F'lowered. A new and splendid variety of beautiful pyramidal habit ;
the flowers are large and double, the outer petals finely imbricated, 24
fi.in height,-extra choice mixed 24. 4-hes\ eer ee = oes -e enone

—— Victoria. The finest Aster in cultivation, flowers very large, perfectly
double, imbricated and globular, plant very robust, of pyramidal form,
20 inches in height, forming a handsomely-branched, compact bush,
choice;mixed colors 2 -2ne lan eee eee Serie: Reet ete eee eee eae

—— Victoria Dwarf, Snow-White. A most beautiful variety of the preced-
ing; flowers pure snowy white, very double, and of globular shape,
forming a compact bush, 10 inches in height ..-.-....--..----.---.--

——- Original Chinese. Plants tall, with wide-spreading branches, presenting
avery curious aspect; flowers of large size, from 2 to 3 inches in di-
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—— Giant Poony-Flowered Perfection. An excellent new variety, combin-
ing the best qualities of the Giant Emperor and Truffaut’s Pceony-
flowered Asters. The flowers, which are brilliant rose, exceed in size
those of the Giant Emperor, while at the same time they are full,
double, and of the perfect peony form..-...--..----+-+--+-+--2++---

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AZALEA, Nat. Ord. Ericacea.

Most beautiful shrubby green-house plants; should be grown in a mixture
of leaf-mould, sandy loam, and peat.

Azalea Indica. Finest mixed, from a choice collection........--..........222.

BALSAM, Nat. Ord. Balsaminacee.

Indispensable for conservatory or out-door decorations; particularly valuable
for beds or masses, their flowers being produced in the greatest profusion, and of
the most brilliant colors. TYender annuals.

Balsam, Camellia-Flowered. J inest mixed, 2 ft ..-...-..........22.--2.222..
—— Rose-F'lowered. -Improved, finest mixed.---..-..---.----..------.-----
——= Double: White= “Pure white; 2 ftis 2 see eee ee re ee ee ae
—— Solferino. A most beautiful variety, striped and streaked with lilac and

scarlet, on a satin white ground. (See colored plate.)

BALLOON VINE (Cardiospermum), Nat. Ord. Sapindacee,
Ornamental climbing plant, useful alike for green-house or out-door decora-
tion. Half-hardy annual.
Cardiospermum Halicacabum. White, 5 ft .......... 2.020.020. .e2 2-2 eee eee

BARTONIA, Nat. Ord. Zoasacee.
Bartonia Aurea. Very showy, golden yellow, hardy annual, 2 ft

BELLIS (Double Daisy), Nat. Ord. Composite.

A well-known favorite, admirable for making edgings or for pot culture.
Half-hardy perennial.
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BRACHYCOME, Nat. Ord. Composite.

Pretty dwarf growing, free flowering plants, covered all Summer with a pro-
fusion of Cineraria-like flowers, succeeding in any light rich soil. Half-hardy
annuals.

Brachycome Iberidifolia (Swan River Daisy). Blue, 4 ft -.-.-.-.-..----...---
—— Alba., White, 4 ftssast- cocoa - cea eee seine een eee Pee ee ee eee
—— ‘Finest Mined: 225 faeces ise Seer Sea ae sion ie a eee ee ee een

BROWALLIA, Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacee.

Very handsome, profuse blooming plants, growing freely in any rich soil.
Half hardy annuals. ig :

Browallia Hilata Cosrulea, ‘Blue, qs ftosete ns ee eee meee eee eeaciee ee

—— Alba, “Whilbeydgett eee eats settee ote ee ae merece see ete et aoe

BRYONOPSIS, Nat. Ord. Cucurbitacea.

An elegant climber, with ivy-like pale green foliage, and exquisitely marked
green fruit, changing to bright scarlet, with white stripes. Half-hardy annual.
Bryonopsis Laciniosa Erythrocarpa, 10 ft-.--....---...----------------+---

BASELLA, Nat. Ord. Basellacee.

A beautiful species of the well-known Maderia or Mignonette Vine, but ot
half shrubby style of growth, and no tendency to climb, as in the Maderia Vine;
the leaves are succulent, variegated, green and white. It stands the hot, dry
summer to perfection, and will be a very great addition to our basket or vase
plants. The flowers are pink, having the odor of the Maderia Vine. Half-hardy
perennial,

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CACGALIA (Tassel Flower), Nat Ord. Composite.

Free growing, profuse flowering, hardy annuals, with clusters of pretty
tassel-shaped flowers.
Cacalia Aurea. Golden yellow, 14 ft........-....---------#------------ +-----
——-.@occinea. Orange scarletjwls dt. soe smeccel ccm iele= =) ete isa
Se Rb aio de tte ces baGeuo mocedn os0gSd coud ocuJEuacoudas padeah canmcecd

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CALANDRINIA, Nat. Ord. Portulacacew. Per pkt.

Very beautiful creeping plants, admirably adapted for planting in rockwork,
or any hot situation, where they will produce their rose-colored tlowers in pro-
fusion. Hardy annuals. é
CalandriniayDiscolor) Rosy lilacs ll ft... 2. sssee-2-o02 eee oe en eee eee 5

———Grandifiora js shosy, pinky lutte yo. <1. oceans decieeine = ace oe eereieiess tele srs 5
—— Umbellata. Rich violet crimson, exceedingly beautiful, + ft-........---- 5
CALCEOLARIA, Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacee.

Plants invaluable for green-house decoration, forming in Spring dense masses
of their beautiful pocket-like flowers. Sow in August and September; if large
plants are required early, the former month is the best. The seed germinates
best without heat, and should be sown in pans or pots, following the directions
here given as near as possible:—The pots to be half filled with drainage, over
which the rough siftings of the mould, filling up the pot with very fine soil,
half of which should be composed of sand. When thus prepared, water through
a fine rose, and carefully sow the seed, and do not cover it. Place the pots in a
close frame, or under a hand-glass, in a shaded part of the garden, taking care
to protect from exposure to the sun. When the seedlings are strong enough,
prick them off into pans prepared as before, and placed in a similar position.
From the store pots pot off singly, placing them on shelves near the glass.
Calceolaria Hybrida Superba. Saved from the finest formed and most beauti-

fullyemarkedk varieties s ses aaace as Speed new eee dase eee er enn soceeeies 50
— New Dwarf. A beautiful dwarf variety ; can be grown without stakes,
and is literally loaded with flowers .....-......--------------------- 50
—— Shrubby. Splendid varieties for bedding, finest mixed-.......--..--.---- 50
CALLIOPSIS or COREOPSIS, Nat. Ord. Composite.

This genus is one of the most striking of all annuals, the tall varieties being
very effective in mixed borders, while the dwarf, from their compact habit, are
well adapted for beds, the colors of-all being so striking and beautiful as seldom
to be passed witbout remark. Hardy annuals.

Calliopsis Atkinsonii. Yellow and crimson, 3 ft......---.-------------------> 5
— Bicolor Tinctoria. Yellow and brown, 3 ft-...-..-.------.-------------- 5
—— Cardaminoefolia Hybrida. Bright yellow, 2 ft............-.-.--------- 10
—— Atrosanguinea. Rich blood red, 2 ft...--...-..-.---.-------------+------ 10
—— Coronata. Rich yellow disc, encircled with crimson spots, 14 ft...--..-- 5
—— Drummondii. Yellow, with crimson centre, 1} ft..---.- ..-.-.-.-------- 5
—— Marmorata. Crimson, brown and yellow, 2 ft...... -..-.--.------------ 5
—— ——Nana. A dwarf variety of the preceding, 1 ft......--....---.------- 5
—— Nigra Speciosa. Rich velvety crimson, 2 ft.........----.-.-.----------- 5
—— Finest Mixed Varieties. Per ounce, $1......--.----------------+-------- 5

CALENDULA (Cape Marigold,) Nat. Ord. Composite.

Showy, free-flowering hardy annuals, growing freely in almost any soil.

Calendula Pluvialis. Large pure white...........-..--..-.-------------+---- 5
—— Pongeii Fl. Pleno. Double white..............-.....-.---------------- 10
CALAMPELIS (Ecoremocarpus,) Nat. Ord. Bignoniacee.

A handsome, rapid growing climber, with very pretty foliage, producing in
great abundance clusters of beautiful tube-shaped flowers. Tender annual.
Galampelis!Scabers (Orange) 10) ft -- 5... - ss eeeeeel sss eee selec ise «<ieeiere ane a1

CALLIRHOE, Nat. Ord. Matvacee.

Beautiful free-flowering plants, commencing to bloom when small, and _con-
tinuing throughout the Summer and Fall; excellent for beds or masses. Hardy
ennuals.

Callirhoe Pedata. Purple crimson, with white eye, 2 ft ...--.....--.--.------ 10

Pedata Nana. A very profuse blooming dwarf variety, 1 ft-......------- 10
—— Involucrata. Beautiful hardy perennial, 1 ft-...--.-.....--.....------- 10

CAMPANULA, Nat. Ord. Campanulacew.

This is one of the most useful, well-known and beautiful tribe of perennials.
Many of the varieties, if sown early in the Spring, will bloom the first year, as C.

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CAMPANULA—continued. Per pkt.

carpatica and alba, valuable for beds and edgings; C. pyramidalis, which may be
trained to any form of growth, and is, when well grown in pots, a most beautiful
and stately plant. The different varieties are all well werthy of a prominent
place in every garden.

Campanula Carpatica. Mauve. Hardy perennial, 1 ft
—— Carpatica Aiba. Pure white. Hardy perennial, 1 ft
— Loreii. Purple lilac. Hardy annual, 1 ft
— Loreii Alba. White, tinged with silver grey.

—— Pyramidalis. Blue.
—— Pyramidalis Alba.

CANARY BIRD FLOWER (Tropceclum peregrinum), Nat. Ord. Tropaotacea.

An exceedingly ornamental creeper, with bright fringed yellow flowers, and
neat, finely-divided foliage; a general favorite. Half-hardy annual.

Canary Bird Flower. Yellow, 10 ft

CANDYTUFT (Iberis), Nat. Ord. Cruciferae.
Very beautiful hardy annuals, tco well known to require any description.

Candy tuft.. «Crimson Webi cies ces oe ee te teat et ne NSP uae ree
—— Lilac. il) fay, en ounces 1) CONntSs-eeeaae een ete tee eae eae bee See eee ees
—_—_ Purple. 2 litt. “Perounce50scents = saeen eee tae ae eee eee
—— White Rocket. 1ft. Per ounce, 50 cents...

—— White Sweet-Scented. 1 ft
—— Fine Mixed. Per ounce, 50 cents.-.-.-

—— Perennial (iberis sempervirens), 1! fb...-...--..--.---

CANNA (Indian Shot), Nat. Ord. Warantacee.

A magniticent genus of stately plants, remarkable for their large and hand-
some foliage, invaluable for the adornment of the conservatory, drawing-room,
or for groups in the flower-garden, producing a most luxuriant and tropical
appearance.

Previous to sowing, soak the seeds in hot water for about twelve hours. Sow’
from March till the end of April in light soil, and place in a gentle heat ; when
the young plants have attained their second leaf, pot off singly, and grow on in
moderate heat until established, gradually harden, and plant out into rich soil
on a warm border. During Winter the tubers should be kept in a cool, dry place
till Spring. :

Canna Anneli: 2Crimson Sethi oe see ee ee cae erie ret aap se
-— Coccinea Vera. Scarlet, 2 ft

Compacta Elegantissima. Large reddish yellow, 2 ft .------- wares eeeeee

Gigantea Aurantiaca. Orange red, a splendid large variety, 8 ft

Endicas, eda thes see eek ee a Cn ns EES eso acrso

Limbata.. Scarlet and yellow, 4 ft--220-s2e8- see a Lee eee sereectee

Muszefolia Hybrida. Red; foliage resembling a small banana, 2 ft

Nepalensis. “Clearsyellow, 3:ft —. cere S-asee eo eee see ee serene

SellowilismiScarleuyoert: seer merece. he ae ten mn nee emer atte tater eter roe
Spectabilis. Red spotted, 4 ft

Warscewiczii. Brilliant red, variegated foliage, 3 ft

—— Zebrina. Scarlet, striped foliage, 4 ft

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CANTERBURY BELLS (Campanula Media), Nat. Ord. Campanulacew.

Very attractive and weil-known border plants; succeed in any light, rich

soil; should be transplanted 2 feet apart. Hardy biennials.
Canterbury Bellis, double blue, 24 ft

—— Double White, 23 ft

—— Double Mixed, 2} ft .........

—— Single Blue, 2} ft

—— Single White, 2} ft _..

—— Single Mixed, 24 ft

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CARNATION, Nat. Ord. Caryophyllacea.

Very popular favorites, unequalled for their varied and richly-colored flowers,
and deliciously fragrant perfume. Succeed best in light, rich soil. Half-hardy
perennials.

Carnation. Mixed, for border culture
—— Fine German Mixed. From named flowers
—— Choice Bizarres and Flakes. From stage flowers, extra fine.-....-....
— Perpetual or Tree. [xtra choice

CASTOR OIL BEANS, (See Ricinus.)

CATCHFLY (Silene armeria), Nat. Ord. Caryophyllacea.

A beautiful genus of free blooming hardy annuals, succeeding in any garden
soil.
Catchfly Lobels. Red.
— White. ii ft
— Rose. 1b ft
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CEDRONELLA, Nat. Ord. Lamiacce.

A beautiful plant, with fragrant foliage, and long spikes of purple flowers re-
maining long in bloom. Hardy perennial.

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CELOSIA, Nat. Ord. Amarantacce.

Magnificent plants for greenhouse or conservatory decoration, producing in
the greatest profusion spikes of the most beautiful feathery-looking flowers.
They succeed well in the garden, if planted out in June, in a warm sheltered
situation. Half-hardy annuals.

Celosia Cristata (Cockscomb). Crimson, 2 ft ........-.-.---------------+------
—— Pyramidalis Aurea. Golilen yellow plumes, very fine, 3 ft ..---.-------

—— Pyramidalis Coccinea. Rich carmine, 3 ft

CENTAURIDIUM, Nat. Ord. Composite.
The most striking ot all the beautiful Coreopsis-like flowers, with rich, crim-
son brown centre, and golden yellow border. Hardy annual.
Centauridium Drummondii. 2 ft......-..-..---.------

CENTAUREA, Nat. Ord. Composite.
Very showy, free-flowering border plants, growing freely in any common
garden soil. Hardy annuals.
Centaurea Americana. Lilac purple, 2 ft
| —— Cyanus (Corn flower). Mixed, 2 ft
—— Suaveolens. Yellow, 14 ft
—— In Varieties. Mixed

CENTRANTHUS, Nat. Ord. Valerianacea.
Very pretty, free-flowering, compact growing plants, succeeding in any
garden soil. Hardy annuals.
Centranthus Albus. White, very pretty, 1 ft
Macrosiphon. Long-tubed, red, 2 ft ---.------.- -
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CHRASTIUM, Nat. Ord. Ouryophyllacea.
Neat dwarf, silvery-leaved plants, most suitable for edgings and rock-work.
Tardy perennials.
Cerastium Biebersteinii. Leaves silvery white, } ft
momentosum.~ Very pretty, 4 fine. ------ 2422-52226. sees sos aacleaeeee

CERINTHE (Honeywort), Nat. Ord. Boraginacee.

Showy border annuals, much frequented by bees; common garden soil.
Cerinthe Aspera. Bright golden yellow
—— Gymnandra. Yellow and brown, 1 ft

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CHRYSANTHEMUM, Nat. Ord. Composite.

Well-known garden favorites; the annual varieties, when well grown, either
in borders or in pots, are amongst the most showy and effective of Summer
fiowering plants. C. Indicum and C. Indicum nanum are the heautiful v arieties,
sO extensively ¢ grown for late Fall flowering.

Chrysanthemum Tricolor. Yellow and white. Hardy annual, 1 ft.-..-.-.---.-
—— Burridgeanum. Crimson, white centre. Hardy annual, 1 ft
—— Venustum. White, crimson centre. Hardy annual, 1 ft ..---..----------
—— Coronarium. Double white. Hardy annual, 2 ft ...-.....---------------
—— Coronarium. Pouble yellow. Hardy annual, 2 ft
—— Mixed Annual’ Varieties). o.c. |. Seat. 22. cece eee eee Ee eee eee
—— Indicum (Large flowering). Extra fine mixed. Half-hardy perennial, 3 ft --
—— Indicum Nanum (Dwarf Pompone). Choice double mixed. Half-hardy

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CLARKiA, Nat. Ord. Onagracee.

An old and favorite annual, growing and producing freely its cheerful-
looking flowers under almost any circumstances. Hardy annuals.
Olarkia‘Blegans., Rosyspunple;ldtt)-ssere ee see oe ee ee ee eee eee

— Rosea fl. pl. Beautiful double variety, 14 ft ....-..-.---.---------------
—— Integripetala. Rosy crimson, large and handsome, 14 ft--.--------------
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== Alba. -Pure whitesviervipretty; beth. a-eceee eee eee ees eee nee
—— Marginata. Rosy crimson, edged with pure w hite, 14 itr ode Se eee
— Tom Thumb. Rosy purple, dw artandybusbysoletteee ease eee eee eee eee
—— Pulcherrima:, (Rich magenta mosey sft sy Samet oe setae leet tela
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CINERARIA, Nat. Ord. Composite.

A well-known greenhouse favorite, having a range and brightness of color
scarcely surpassed. It may be had in bloom “through a ereater portion of the
year. Greenhouse perennials.

Cineraria. Extra choice mixed colors. From prize varieties -....--..---------
= New. Dwar. Finest mixed(oSo eas. cera eee Pee cere eer eta
—— Maritima. An ornamental-foliaged plant, with large silvery leaves-----

CLEMATIS, Nat. Ord. Ranunculaceae.
Beautiful hardy climbez, unrivalled for covering arbors, fences, verandahs,
etc. ; succeed in any good garden soil.
Clematis Flammula. White, very fragrant ...-...-..---..2-.---2-- 2200 -00---

CLEOME, Nat. Ord. Capparidacee.
Very pretty, free-flowering plant, with curiously shaped flowers. Half-hardy
annual.
Cleome Speciosissima. Light rose, 3 ft..........-----------------+------ +--+ ;

COCCINEA, Nat. Ord. Cucurbitacee.

Coccinea Indica. An exceedingly handsome climbing gourd, with shining ivy-
like foliage and scarlet fruit. Hul/-hardy perennial....-..-.---..-----

CLIANTHUS, Nat. Ord. Leguminose.

Sow the seeds singly in small-sized pots, to allow the seedling plants to be
transferred to larger pots without risk of injury to the roots in their most tender
state. Succeeds best in sandy peat and loam.

Clianthus Dampieri. A magnificent cool greenhouse shrub, flowers in clusters,
drooping, pea- -shaped, four inches in length, of a brilliant scarlet, with
intense black spot in the centre of each ‘flower. BR Se Mee ea cite ot

Bee Magnificuss io Carle tis (A stb oe a a2 met ate) ate caie eater alae olale ale ater ja eereyee eta
—— Puniceus. Scarlet, A EU Wana PE tent 200, er

CLINTONIA, Nat. Ord. Lobeliacea.

An exceedingly pretty plant, admirably adapted for rustic baskets, rock-
work or vases. Half-hardy annual.

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CLINTONTA—continued.

_Glintonia Ellegans. Wight blue; 4 ft... ... 25.502 ces0 soe. ect eee ee ween te oe
—— Pulchella. Blue, yellow and white, 4 ft....---. ..---.-.-----+-- 2. 22-25.
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—— Fine Mixed

COBGA, Nat. Ord. Polemoniacee.

A beautiful rapid growing climbing plant, with large, handsome, bell-shaped
flowers. Sow early and plant out about June. In sowing, place the seeds edge-
wise, and cover lightly. Half-hardy perennial.
Coboea Scandens. Purple, 20 ft-..-.......-...

COCKSCOMB, Nat. Ord. Amarantacee.

Highly ornamental, curious looking flowers; very attractive in pots. Half-
hardy annuals.
Cockscomb, Dwarf Crimson. Very beautiful, ? ft-----......---.....-
—— New Giant Crimson. Large and handsome, 1 ft

A COLLINSIA, Nat. Ord. Sorophulariacee.

An exceedingly pretty and popular genus of free blooming and attractive

plants. Hardy annuals.
Collinsia Bartsicefolia. Purple lilac, 4 ft... .

—— Bicolor. Purple and white, 1 ft .......-..

—— Candidissima. Pure white, 1 ft

—— Grandifiora. Blue, white and lilac, | ft

—— Multicolor. Crimson, lilac and white, | ft

—— Finest Mixed Varieties. Per ounce, $1

COLLOMIA, Nat. Ord. Polemoniacece.
Collomia Grandiflora. Showy border plant, saffron color. Hardy annual

COMMELINA, Nat. Ord. Commelinacee.

Beautiful free flowering tuberous-rooted plants, succeeding in any light rich
soil. The roots should be lifted and preserved like Dahlias through the Winter.
Half-hardy perennials.

Commelina Cceelestis. Sky blue, 13 ft
—— VWariegata. Blue and white striped

CONVOLVULUS, Nat. Ord. Convolvulacea.

One of the handsomest and most popular annuals in cultivation, growing
freely in almost any situation. The climbing varieties, C. aureus superbus and
C. major, or Morning Glory, produce a fine effect when grown on rock-work,
stumps of trees, or banks, and when trained over trellises, rustic work, or rough
fences; the beauty and delicacy of their colors are unsurpassed. C. minor and
its varieties are admirably adapted for beds and mixed borders. Half-hardy
annuals.

Convolvulus Aureus Superbus. Beautiful golden yellow, 6 ft
—— Major (Morning Glory). Fine mixed varieties. Per ounce, 50 cents.....-
—— Minor Tricolor. Violet, purple and white, 1 ft. Hardy annual
—— Minor Unicaulis. A new variety of upright growth, compact heads of
rich purplish blue flowers. Hardy annual......-..---------+---------
——- Mauritanicus. Beautiful for hanging baskets and vases; flowers blue.
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COSMANTHUS, Nat. Ord. Hydrophyllacee.

A neat little spreading plant, with pretty fringed flowers. Hardy anuual..-
Cosmanthus Fimbriatus. Lilac and white, 1 ft

COSMIDIUM, Nat. Ord. Composite.

A beautiful Coreopsis-like annual, with large and very showy flowers, admir-
ably adapted for groups or marginal lines. Mardy annual.

Cosmidium Burridgeanum. Crimson, brown and yellow, 2 ft

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COWSLIP, Nat. Ord. Primulacee. Per pkt.
A favorite early free flowering plant, very useful for filling the beds and
borders of Spring flower gardens. “Har dy perennial. :
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CRUCIANELLA, Nat. Ord. Rudiacee.
A very pretty free-flowering plant, useful for rock-work, vases, &c. Hardy
perennial.

Crucianella Stylosa. Pink, from Persia, 1 ft....._. NE Schein emcee nesses 5

CUCUMIS, Nat. Ord. Cucurbitacea.
| Ornamental Cucumbers, with enrious fruit, remarkable for the luxuriance

and rapidity of their growth. Half-hardy annuals.

Cucumis Dipsaceus. Sulphur yellow, avenyseleoantenes-«- <2 -eeeeeees eee eee 0 |
| —— FPlexuosus (Snake Cucumber). Fruit 3 ft. long ne Soe seer sage.c = dese osguee 10 >
| ——— Grossularia<(GoosebenmjaG ound) see se te eee ee eee eee eee ee 10

CUCURBITA, Nat. Ord. Cucurbitacee.
| The tribe of Cucurbita or Gourds are well known as producing some of the
| most curiously shaped of all frnits, and being, like the Cucumis, of extremely
rapid growth, are very desirable for covering trellis-work of arbors, &c., the
| varied “and fantastic forms of the fruit adding a peculiar charm to the luxuriance
of the foliage.
Cucurbita Leucantha Longissima, Very curious, 5 ft. long....-...--..--..-..- 10
—— Depressay “Warkioreeneiruibs ss seiee sparse 2 nse ee eect ee eee cae lu
CYCLANTHERA, Nat. Ord. Cucurditacee.
An ornamental climbing plant, with handsome foliage, and pretty, oval-
shaped fruit, exploding loudly when ripe. Half-hardy annual.
Cyclanthera Explodens.. Very elegant, 10 ft_....-. .....ss2s----.----+---~-.- 10
CYPRESS VINE (Ipomeea Quamoclit), Nat. Ord. Convolvulacee.
Most beautiful and popular climbing plants, with very delicate Fernike
foliage. Half-hardy annuals. |
Cypress Vine. Scarlet, very brilliant, TOM itree es 22 oS Seee See Sas. - eee ise 5 |
—— White: A beautiful Contrast, WS ibe cise « - 2 - cere Cee eee See oe 5

—— Rose.” Very delicate lovtt te —sree settee = =F eee tee a a einer oie = 5 |
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| DAHLIA, Nat. Ord. Composite. |
| A noble Autumn-flowering plant. Our seed has been saved from the finest |

named sorts. Half-hardy perennial. |
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—— Extra Fine. From prize flowers... RE SSS OO ORs Fic one mr ees renee, 05) |
——— Lilliput or. Dwart, Very beantitiwl se saeee sere oe ea ae eee ee 25
h| CYCLAMEN, Nat. Ord. Primulacee.
| A charming sweet-scented half-hardy perennial, growing freely in sandy loam.
@yclamen; Persicum.= Minest; mixed, putt ne. or arse ana eta asso eee
DATURA (Trumpet flower), Nat. Ord. Solanaceae.
Plants of a highly ornamental character, with large trumpet-shaped, sweet-

scented flowers. The roots may be preserved in sand in a dry cellar through the :

Winter. Half-hardy perennials.

Datura Carthaginensis. Large pure white, of exquisite fragrance, 2 ft .......-- 10

—— F'astuosa Alba, Pure white, double;.2 ft) sa-ea-s-ee5- 10
— Humilis Flore Pleno (C hloranthe fl. pl. ) Rich, gclden yellow, a. ami uagnificent
free-flowering sweet-scented variety, 2 ft_..-...---------4----.--.-- 10

— Wrightii (Meteloides): A splendid variety, with bell-shaped flowers eight
inches long, white, bordered with lilac, 2 {t ....--------..-......---. 10

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DELPHINIUM, Nat. Ord. Ranunculacee.

The tribe of Delphinium, to which the well-known Larkspur beiongs, is one
of the handsomest and mest useful of all perennials, producing magnificent
spikes of bloom in great profusion throughout the Summer; if sown early, they
will flower the first year. Hardy perennials. :

Delphinium Bicolor Grandiflorum. Rich azure blue, with white centre. (See

colored plate.) .----).2.- wat bicjs' to aan eae ee ve ge ES oS 2a Seloai
—— Cardiopetalum. Dwarf, dark blue. Hardy annual.......--.-------.----
—— Formosum. Beautiful rich blue and white; flowers the first year, 2 ft --

—— Madame Gerard Leigh. Pale blue; very fine.-.........--.-.----.-----
—— Consolida Candelabrum. A new and very elegant dwarf variety...-...-
—— Finest Mixeds.,, oft eee lope. . See setae SINR. o's cleinte cise =

DIANTHUS, Nat. Ord. Ranunculaceae.

A magnificent genus, embracing some of the most popular flowers in culti-
vation. D. caryophyllus and its varieties are the much admired Carnations and
Picotees. D. barbatus is the well-known and universally grown Sweet William.
D. chinensis and varieties are known as Indian Pinks, perhaps one of the most
useful class of plants existing. D. Heddewigii and laciniatus are splendid new
sorts, with flowers averaging three inches in diameter, and of the most brilliant
colors. The varieties are all very beautiful, and deserving of a place in every
garden.

Dianthus Dentatus (uew). Rosy lilac. Hardy perennial, 4 ft ....-.---.--.-----
—— Gardnerianus. Various colors. Hardy perennial, 14 ft .----..-..---...-.
— Barbatus (see Sweet William). Fine mixed, 1 ft. -... ....-.--2-.----------
—— Caryophyllus (see Carnation and Picotee)....--...-.-.--------------------
—— Plumarius (Pheasant-eye Pink). Very fragrant. Hardy perennial, 4 ft -. --
— Chinensis (Indian Pink). Finest mixed. Hardy annual. Per ounce, $1.5
—— Alba Fl Pl. Double white. Hardy annual, 1 ft -..--..-.-.-.-2:.-------
—— Heddewigii. Very beautiful mixed colors. Hardy annual, 1 ft -.......--

- _— Heddewigii Flore Pleno. A double variety of the preceding....-..-..-.

—— Diademaius Fl. Pleno. A splendid and striking variety of luxuriant but
dwarf and compact growth. The flowers, which have a diameter of
2 to 3 inches, are very regular, and densely double, comprising all
shades of color, from lilac, crimson, and purple, to deepest black purple,
each petal consisting of two distinct zones, surrounded by an elegant
white or light-colored edge. (See colored plate.)-..--.-..-------------
—— Imperialis Fl. Pl. Double Imperial Pink, fine mixed. Hardy annual...-..-
—— Laciniatus. <A beautifulfringed variety, various colors. Hardy annual, 1 ft.
—__ ___ Flore Pleno. A double variety of the above. Very fine......-...-

DIDISCUS, Nat. Ord. Umnbellifere.
Didiscus Ceerulea. A very pretty little blue border plant. Half-hardy annual, 1 ft.

DGITALIS (Foxglove), Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacee.

Handsome and highly ornamental plants, of stately growth and varied colors.

Hardy perennials.

Digitalis Alba. Pure white, 3 ft --..---.--.------------------ +++ --e eee ee ee
—— Gloxinoides. White, crimson spotted..-.-.---.----- SS cicieisleste ee oe eee
—— Purpurea, Purple, 3 ft....-.--------------+ +--+ +2 - 2c e eee eee eee
—._._ Fine Mixed Varieties. 2. i/2- -- 22525. = eee cist == y= i i! eeciseeinie

DOLICHOS (Hyacinth Bean) Nat. Ord. Leguminosce.

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Beautiful climbing plants of free growth, flowering in clusters. Tender annuals,

Dolichos Lablab. Purple, beautiful in Fall....-.--.-------.-------------+----
—— Alba, White.....----------------- 22 eee eee cere eee ee eee eee eee

ECCREMOCARPUS, Nat. Ord. Bignoniacee.

(See Calampelis scabra.)

EPACRIS, Nat. Ord. Hpacridacee.

Beautiful green-house shrubs, flowering profusely during the Winter months.
Epacris. Finest hybrid varieties mixed ........-.-.------.-------------------

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EGG PLANT, Nat. Ord. Solanacee.
Highly ornamental fruit-bearing plants, succeeding in a warm southern
location. Half-hardy annuals.
Egg Plant. Scarlet-fruited. Very handsome, 1} ft

— Striped. Very ornamental, from Guadaloupe
— White F'ruited, 14 ft

ERICA (Cape Heath), Nat. Ord. Hricacee.
Well-known, very beautiful, and interesting green-house shrubs, flowering
most profusely. Should be grown in sandy peat.
Erica, (Choice warieties mixed, (2 ft. 2.2 -22- c/s sesabocmearias occ -ieeeret cess

ERYTHRINA (Coral Tree), Nat. Ord. Leguminosae.

A splendid genus of half-hardy shrubs, with beautiful, brilliant scarlet
flowers, growing freely out of doors if planted in a warm situation; thrives best
in rich loam and peat.

Brythrina Crista Galli. Scarlet, from Brazil, 5 ft ............---.------+-+--+-
ERYSIMUM, Nat. Ord. Crucifere.

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Showy, free-flowering, handsome, hardy annuals; very effective in beds or

mixed borders.

Erysimum Arkansanum. Sulphur yellow, 14 ft ..-.....--..------------------
—— Peroffskianum. Beautiful shade of orange

ESCHSCHOLTZIA (Californian Poppy), Nat. Ord. Papaveracee.

vey profuse-blooming plants, of extremely rich and beautiful colors. Hardy

annuals.

Eschscholtzia Californica. Bright yellow, with rich orange centre, 1 ft... .---
== Crocea.. Rightorange, li tbeee see eee eee alae. eee eis eitt eer
—— —— AED, Chaspinyy Wanli@eoss osbeccogces copa bedooucuoess 660 Goen aReee
—— Dentata Sulphurea. New and curious variety .......-......-.----------
—— Rosea. Flowers tinged with bright rose, very pretty........-.-.--+-----
—— Tenuifolia. Primrose, with orange centre, + ft-.-........-.-..----------
=—— 'Etine WEE a PAUIE Colo rs enero re yee eee alae erhalten ea os

ETERNAL or EVERLASTING FLOWERS, Nat. Ord. Composite. —

(See Helichrysum and Xeranthemum.)

EUPATORIUM, Nat. Ord. Composite.

Bupatorium Fraserii. Very pretty herbaceous plant, with bunches of showy
white flowers, fine for bouquets. Hardy perennial, 14 ft -.-.....------

EUPHORBIA, Nat. Ord. Huphorbiacee.

Euphorbia Variegata. A very showy, hardy annual, with beautiful white and
green bracts

EUTOCA, Nat. Ord. Hydrophyllacee.
Neat, compact, free-flowering plants, very attractive. Hardy annuals.
Eutoca Multiflora. Lavender, | ft
——— Viscidas Brightiblueslftiy.is. 2 - cess see yore epee eet yeast sie evetets sacle

aa i/ NES | \/NK isin S ed seep aapadmeeud coos cog tone Adc SeeeuesaonnebonaOOsaAS
=—Wrangeliana. lilac; very, pretty... 335-2. - nino = ae lines ee alae sale

FENZLIA, Nat. Ord. Polemoniacea.
A neat little profuse-flowering plant, of dwarf growth, well adapted for rustic:
work or vases, rosy lilac, with crimson and orange centre. Hardy annual.
Fenzlia Dianthiflora. From California, 1} ft

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FORGET-ME-NOT, Nat. Ord. Boraginacee.
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FRENCH HONEYSUCKLE, Nat. Ord. Zeguminosec.

French Honeysuckle ( Hedysarium.) A hardy, perennial, border plant, of easy
culture; red and white mixed Sosttsss tess asn oe ee eee eee ae

GAILLARDIA, Nat. Ord. Composite.

A class of plants remarkable for the profusion and brilliancy of their flowers ;
very effective and showy. Half-hardy annuals.

Gaillardia Coccinea Nana. Dwarf scarlet........----52--2---+-eseecee ecco
—— Grandiflora Hybrida. Rich crimson and yellow..-.-...--...-----------
——_ hictas, Oran gesredvandevell ow, | aetimeer ete ene eee e eee eee ee
——— Alba: Marginatas: Winiteredoed) ld eibes = sacs nse oe eee eee
—— -Fime Mixed!’ Colorsise sete. - a pees see see te see ee eee

GERANIUM, Nat. Ord. Geraniacea.

Our seed of this popular bedding plant has been saved from our own named
collection of upwards of fifty varieties, comprising all known shades of white,
scarlet, pink, crimson, rose, &c.

Geranium Zonale. Splendid mixed

GILIA, Nat. Ord. Polemoniacee.

Very pretty dwarf plants; will bloom in almost any situation; admirably
adapted for massing. Hardy annuals.

Gilia Achilloefoliateainilactltatterss4-2 oe. 2 eee eee oe eee 2 eee
Alba... "Pure whites fine ics s519. spe et: A Sas TENA RER sos:
—— CapitatayViajormeskcyablues:s fia sspeenn eee ee ee oe
—— Nivalis: =D warfasnowewhitecs these essence 8 wee ee eae seer
—— RoseatSplendenss =larceroselslishte sso eee eee aoa eee
== Tricolor}, Whiteslilac and apunpleyl fttete. = sacs ene ee ee
—— All Colors Mixed. Per ounce, 75 centS..-.....-.....--.--- ss. Aeeeety

GLADIOLUS, Nat. Ord. Lridacee.

Gladiolus. Saved from the finest named hybrids of Gandavensis. Half-hardy
bulbs. - = one Se he ee ee ee eee Oe Fee aaa
—— Small Bulbs

GLOXINIA, Nat. Ord. Gesneriacee.

A superb genus of stove-house plants, profuse bloomers, of great beauty and
diversity of colors. Stove perennial bulbs.

Gloxinia. Finest mixed. From a splendid collection of drooping and erect
varieties

GLOBE AMARANTHUS (Gomphrena), Nat. Ord. Amarantacee.

Remarkably handsome eyerlastings. The flowers may be cut in Summer,
and preserved for Winter bouquets. Half-hardy annuals.

Globe Amaranthus. White. 2 ft
—— —— Purple, 2 ft
——. -—_ Goldenyonit tees. yh eemeenepeen ices, ken, Seema eye ope) ere eRgee
—— == — Variegated Ontti ie eee ee oe oe eee eee
—— —— Mixed, all colors

GODETIA, Nat. Ord. Onagracee.

Very attractive, hardy annuals, all well deserving of the most extensive
cultivation ; their profusion of bloom and delicate tints of color have long ren-
dered them universal favorites.

Godetia Amoena. Pink, crimson spots, 1} ft............-..-----2.2---+-+-+-2--
——-= Alba. ures wiitemveny plebhys lant haem secre ees ae eee eee eee
—— Lindleyana. Peach lilac, with carmine centre, 1} ft..-.-.-.--..---.----
-—— The Bride. Pure white, with crimson belt; a beautiful variety --.-----

—— Fine Mixed. All colors

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GOURD ORNAMENTAL (Mock Orange), Nat. Ord. Cucurbitacee. Per pkt.

A highly interesting genus, of rapid growth, with luxuriant and ornamental
foliage, and bearing fruit of the most varied and fantastic forms; very desirable
for trellis-work or festooning. Zender annuals.

Gourd Ornamental. Fine mixed varieties......

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GRAMMANTHES, Nat. Ord. Crassulacee.

Grammanthes Gentianoides. A beautiful plant for rock-work or rustic baskets,
of small size, and covered with orange scarlet star-shaped flowers. Half-
hardy: annual..oos 2.) 3 5-0 Se Oo eee eee eee

GYPSOPHILA, Nat. Ord. Caryophyllacee.
Elegant, free-flowering little plants for rock-work or small beds.
Gypsophila Muralis. A charming little plant, covered with beautiful pink
blossoms... Hardy/annualchitiae seep ee ee oe oo eee eee eee sees = lee eee
—— Paniculata. White; fine for bouquets. Hardy perennial........---------

HIBISCUS, Nat. Ord. Malvacee.

Hibiscus Africanus. A very ornamental and showy hardy annual; color, a rich
cream) with ibrownicentre, As ft. = pease ease eine aoe ean ae

HELENIUM, Nat. Ord. Crucifere.
Helenium Douglasii. Showy yellow. Hardy annual, 3 ft.......-.-------+----

HELIOTROPIUM, Nat. Ord. Boraginacee.

Well-known, deliciously fragrant plants, excellent for bedding purposes or
pot culture. Half-hardy perennials.
Heliotropium. Finest mixed

HELIANTHUS (Sunflower), Nat. Ord. Composite.

Very handsome varieties of Sunflower, remarkable for their stately growth
and the brilliancy and size of their flowers. H. macrophyllus giganteus is a most
ren euOUe plant, growing in a pyramidal form to an immense height. Hardy
annuals.

Fielianthus Annuus (Russian Giant). Yeilow, single; very large......-.-.------
—— Striatiforus, Fl. Pl. Double, yellow striped; very handsome...-...-----
—— Californicus.. -Eixtrajlarce,and double, 5:tte-.-neeh-e - teen so =
— Globosus Fistulosus. (SeeVoveltiess) == =: . _- = Saeee e eee
—— Macrophyllus Giganteus. A large growing variety, of pyramidal form,

10 ft

HELICHRYSUM (Everlasting Flowers), Nat. Ord. Composite.

Exceedingly effective in the flower border, and indispensable for Winter
bouquets, for which cut before the blooms are expanded, and dry in the shade.
Hardy annuals.

Helichrysum Brachyrynchum. Yellow, 1} ft.-2.-..=....-..-.---------------

——_— sracleatlimamnVellow, wl tb setae <a arate teense seial site tee a lseeeeiiare
—— “Albumin White, 15 ft. Seecsetoey Rese ee tioe ce acetone eel sine
Compositum Maximum. Very double; various colors mixed, 1 ft..---.-
Wiacranthumyeelangenwililte, tbe ert o os = eels State eee tear al alee
—— Nanums-Brilliant.crimson; diftisec.2-.-2- -----seeciee cleats ----15 ==
Finest;Miixeds 2Allrcolors=.-- seen oe ore one an) eee rere cleo neal

HELIOPHILA, Nat. Ord. Cruciferae.
Heliophila Araboides. A very pretty little bright blue hardy annual, 1 ft ....-

HOLLYHOCE, Nat. Ord. Malvacee.

The seed we ofter of this noble flower has been saved from named varieties
of every known shade of color, and can be confidently recommended. Hardy
perennial.

Hollyhock. Extra choice double, finest mixed..........-...----.----.--------
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HONESTY (Lunaria Biennis), Nat. Ord. Crucifere. Per pkt.

Interesting Summer-blooming plants, suitable for shrubberies or woodland
walks. Hardy biennials.

Honesty. Purple, 2 ft
— White, 2 ft

HUNNEMANNIA, Nat. Ord. Papaveracee.

A beautiful herbaceous plant, with handsome tulip-like flowers. Half-hardy
perennial.
Hunnemannia Fumariefolia. Yellow, 2 ft ........-------.2----------0+------

HUMEA, Nat. Ord. Composite.

An exceedingly beautiful and graceful plant, flowering in drooping pyramids
of innumerable ruby-red, grass-like florets, attaining, when well grown,’a height
of eight feet. Invaluable as a decorative plant, either for the conservatory, or
in pots, distributed in the pleasure ground, on lawns, terraces, &c. Should be
grown in light rich soil. Half-hardy biennial.

Humea Elegans. Red, from Australia, 8 ft....-...-.....-------+--+- +--+ 22-0 --

ICE PLANT, Nat. Ord. Mesembryacee.

A very singular dwarf trailing plant, much used for garnishing; the leaves
and stems are covered with crystalline globules, giving it the appearance of
being covered with ice. Half-hardy annual.

Ice Plant. From Greece, trailer....-.--.----.--.----- Sh RO Arig acta

IBERIS, Nat. Ord. Cruciferae.
(See Candytuft.)

INDIAN SHOT, Nat. Ord. Weeanieaies

(See Canna.)
INOPSIDIUM, Nat. Ord. Cruciferae.

An elegant little profuse-blooming plant, valuable for shady situations, in
rockeries, or for edgings. Hardy annual.

Inopsidium Acaule. Sky blue, + ft
IPOMEA, Nat. Ord. Convolvulacee.

This genus contains some of the most varied and beautiful flowers in culti-
vation. For covering old walls, trellises, arbors, or stumps of trees, they are in-
valuable. Tender annuals.

Ipomea Atropurpurea. Dark purple, 15 ft.........-..---.---.--

— Bona Nox. Violet, from West Indies

—— Burridgii. Rose and crimson, 15 ft

—— Coccinea (Star Ipomea). Bright scarlet

—— Grandiflora Argentea Marmorata (Vuriegated Morning Glory). A very

beautiful new variety, with heart-shaped leaves of a delicate green,

- profusely marbled with silver white ; flowers carmine and white

——— Limbata. Blue and white

—— Rubra Cerulea. Azure blue, from Mexico, very beautiful

«—— Quamoclit. (See Cypress Vine) ...---.-..--.---------+---------- 2222-2 ee

IPOMOPSIS, Nat. Ord. Polemoniacee.
Most beautiful plants, with long spikes of dazzling orange and scarlet flowers.
Half-hardy biennials.

Ipomopsis Blegans. Scarlet, 3 ft
—— Superba. Orange, 3 ft

TRIS, Nat. Ord. Lridacee.

The Iris is remarkable for the variety and beauty of the colors of its flowers,
and has long been a great favorite in the flower-garden; succeeds best in light
sandy soil. Hardy perennial.

Iris Anglica. Finest mixed

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JACOBEA (Senecio), Nat. Ord. Composite.
Free-growing plants of the easiest culture, producing their gay-colored
flowers in great profusion. Hardy annuals.
Jacobea?blegans. Pinesanixed litt. 5. eeeee eee ee so eee eee et ae eee

—— New Dwarf Double. Of dwarf and compact habit, fine for pots or beds,
Pd Ree Ohare Sah Aa Seen bs JKAMAD Bae een: Goa) Gaede Sop aeeenS

KAULFUSSIA, Nat. Ord. Composite.

Very pretty little plants, of neat compact growth and dwarf habit, growing
freely in any good soil. Hardy annuals.

Kaulfussia‘Amelloides? Brielit) blues)4 ftesea- se eese aces e coon eeneee eee

— Rosea. Rose, with mauve centre, $ ft ---..:5-.-.-2--------------e eee

LANTANA, Nat. Ord. Verbenacee.

Charming plants, with brilliant rosettes of blossoms in various hues of pink,
purple, orange, &c. Excellent either for pot culture, or the open border. Half-
hardy perennial.

Lantana Hybrida. Finest varieties mixed..-.-....-...-..------- 2-2-2 --- eee

LARKSPUR (Delphinium), Nat. Ord. Ranunculacee.

A beautiful genus of plants, possessing almost every requisite for the adorn-
ment of the garden or parterre; blooming in the greatest profusion, and of every
variety of the most brilliant colors. Hardy annuals.

Larkspur, Dwarf Rocket. Finest mixed, double, 1 ft -...-..--.---------------
—— TallRocket.; Finest mixed; douwble,.2) ft_-=---)-4--2+ 2 s2 eeec ree ese eee
--— Branching Stock-flowered. Finest double, mixed, 23 ft-....---.-.------
—— Candelabra-formed. (See Delphiniwms.)---.-.----.----------------------

LASTHENIA, Nat. Ord. Composite.
Lasthenia Californica. <A showy, free-flowering, yellow, hardy annual, 4 ft ....

LATHYRUS (Everlasting Pea), Nat. Ord. Leguminose.

Very ornamental, free-flowering plants, useful for covering trellises, old
stumps, fences or walls; growing in any common soil. Hardy perennials.
Lathyrus Latifolius.. Purple, 5 ft\s22--2. 2... cee eee -eeeae Salesiaeate ee

= Albus. eWiliite, Out bitarsiae astermia ote cteletnne elaretetelel ents = wloleiel sein einelefiepetaepeleiaiee
— Mixed. Purple and white -----.~....... .2.2-- ---- ---2-- +. 5--- 222-2 ee

LAVATERA, Nat. Ord. Malvacee.
Tall-growing, showy plants, very effective when used as a back-ground to
other plants ; succeed in common garden soil. Hardy annuals.
Lavatera Trimestris. Rose and pink striped, 3 ft....-----..-----..---..----2-
—— Alba. - White, 3£6 <<: :2c2:ez cece: coe cee cenee Hee Mo eee

LAVANDULA (Lavender), Nat. Ord. Lamiacee.

Much prized for its fragrant lilac flowers; succeeds best in a dry, gravelly
soil. Hardy perennial. :
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LEPTOSIPHON, Nat. Ord. Polemoniacee.

A charming class of free-blooming hardy annuals. L. densiflorus albus is one
or the purest of white flowers, and blooming in masses; is admirable for beds.
L. aureus is an extremely pretty dwarf plant, of a rich golden color. All the
varieties are of easy culture, and very pretty for pots, rock-work or edgings.
Leptosiphon Androsaceus. Mixed colors, } ft-...---.---..------------+------

—— Aureus. Golden yellow, 4 ft --...... -.------ peace soe ence occ cmenee onc
— Densiflorus Albus. Pure white, 1 ft........-...-----..-----------------
—— Hybridus. Finest mixed, 3fb- 722. 2-5 (o ne enn or een inne

LIMNANTHES, Nat. Ord. Tropeolacee.

Very showy, profuse-blooming dwarf plant, succeeding well in almost any
situation. Hardy annual.
Limnanthes Douglasii. Yellow and white, fragrant, 4 ft...---..--.----..-----

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LINARIA, Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacee.

Very pretty, compact growing plants, remarkable for the beauty and
variety of their colors; very effective in rock-work, ribbons, or edgings ; suc-
ceeding well-in common soil. Hardy annuals.

Linaria Bipartita Alba. Purepwhited fitss----e--4--- -- eee seein ee ee eee eee
—— Splendida. Rich; deep purple, $f0ee-- ots 4--- seein cea eienenen

LINUM, Nat. Ord. Linacea.

A beautiful class of plants, of brilliant and varied colors. ZL. coccineum is
one of the handsomest annuals ever introduced, in brilliancy of color being sur-
passed by none; it is also much to be recommended for its long duration in
bloom.

Linum Filavum. Golden yellow, perennial, 1 ftu2 5 2-sene a= nie eeeeeeeeeee
— Grandiflorum Coccineum. Brilliant scarlet. Hardy annual, 1 ft....-...
—— Lewisii Variegatum. Striped lilac and white. Perennial, 2 ft....-....-

LOASA, Nat. Ord. Loasacee.

Handsome, free-flowering, climbing plants, remarkable for the beauty of
their highly curious flowers, suitable for covering trellis or wire-work.

Loasa Herbertii. Scarlet. Half-hardy perennial........---..-----------------
—— Tricolor,. Shaded yellow. Hardy annual. s..........-..---.--5.--------

LOBELIA, Nat. Ord. Lobeliacee.

A very valuable and beautiful class of mostly dwarf-growing plants; their
delicate drooping habit, and the profusion of their charming little blue and
white flowers, render them exceedingly ornamental for vases or hanging baskets,
while for border cultivation they are equally effective. Half-hardy annuals.

LobeliayHrinuse Alba,” “Pore white; 4 fitese=-- --seaee-saeseeee-- =e eee
—— Paxtoniana. A beantiful variety, fine habit, with profuse bloom of pure
white, with sky-blue belt; a splendid bedding plant, 4 ft.........--.

—— Speciosa Compacta. The well-known “ Crystal Palace Lobelia,’ the
most effective of all the varieties yet sent out, $ ft (see colored plate) -

—— Gracilis. Light blue, spreading habit, } ft......--..-----. 2 .-2--.-----
—— Fulgens (Queen Victoria). Brilliant scarlet, fine border perennial, 2 ft...
——— Finest; Mixed Varieties =... 3. sists. -.0s soe ce eee econ ee serene

LOPHOSPERMUM, Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacee.
Exceedingly elegant and ornamental climbing plants, with large and hand-
some flowers; very effective for conservatory or garden decoration. Half-hardy
annuals,

Lophospermum Hendersonii. Rosy carmine, 10 ft........---..----.---------
——— Scandens. Rosy purple, 10 ft.--2 5222S. 5. = asc nines cle a ol aces olorale

LUPINUS, Nat. Ord. Leguminose.

Highly ornamental, beantiful and free-flowering garden plants, with long,
graceful flower-spikes of rich and varied colors, valuable for mixed flower and
shrubbery borders. Hardy annuals.

Lupious Affinis. Blue, white and purple, 4 ft.-..-.-....-..---------- ee eee
—— Cruickshankii. Blue, white and yellow, 3 ft.........--....-----..------
——— Dunnetii. « Violet; brown and yellows 2stteoss-esoee eee ae ee =
—— Hybridus Atrococcineus. Scarlet and white, new and fine, 2 ft....-..--
—— Tricolor Elegans. White, lilac and purple, 1 ft-.---..-...-- isis cisise Se
—— Polyphyllus. Mixed blue and white. Hardy perennial. 3 ft......---.----
— Mixed Annual Varieties. Per ounce, 50 cents...--....--.-----.--------

LYCHNIS, Nat. Ord. Caryophyllacee.

Very handsome and useful perennials. L. chalcedonica is strikingly effective
in mixed flower and shrubbery borders. JZ. fulgens is brilliant in the extreme.
L. Haageana is a beautiful hybrid, varying in different shades. Hardy perennials.

Lychnis Chalcedonica.. Scarlet, 2 ft......--.-----2-------- -+-5--5- -eo eens
—— Fiulgens, ‘Brightiscarlet. 14 tts cm\eeesiecec cc secs ee cinn em eee eee ere
—— Haageana. Bright orange, scarlet, 1 ft..---.---.-----.-----------------

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MARIGOLD, Nat. Ord. Composite.

The French and African Marigolds are amongst the most elegant and beanti-

_ ful of our annuals, their rich and varied colors, and neat compact green foliage
producing a splendid effect in almost any situation. The African is the tallest
and most striking in large beds and mixed shrubbery borders ; while the French
varieties are admirably adapted for small beds, or as a foreground to taller plants.

Half-hardy annuals,

Marigold African Quilled. Lemon color, 2 ft
— — Quilled. Orange color, 2 ft
—— French Dwarf. Striped, 1 ft
—— —— Dwarf. Yellow, 1 ft
—— Finest Mixed Varieties.

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MARVEL OF PERU, Nat. Ord. Nyctaginacee.

The flowers of this class are very varied and beautiful, and are produced in
great abundance. The roots may be preserved through the Winter like Dahlias.
Half-hardy perennials.

Marvel of Peru. Sweet-scented. White, 2 ft....-.-.-..--------------------
—— —— Wariegated. Very ornamental, 2 ft......--..-----. 21-2222 22+ - 2
—— —— Finest Mixed, 2 ft

MESEMBRYANTHEMUM, Nat. Ord. Mesembryacee.

Dwarf-growing plants of great beauty, well suited for edgings, and covering
banks or rockeries fully exposed to the sun, producing their star-like Mowers in
great abundance the whole Summer. Half-hardy annuals.

Mesembryanthemum. All varieties mixed, } ft......--....--.--..-----------

MAURANDYA, Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacea.

These beautiful Summer climbers cannot be too highly recommended,
whether for the adornment of the conservatory or green-house, or for training
on trellis-work, verandas, and the flower garden. Blooms the first season from
seed. Half-hardy perennials.

Maurandya Barclayana. Rich violet, 10 ft....-....---.-.---.----------------
—— Alba. White, 10 ft .............. ae Bes Eee Sieiel eu sexoe eens eats. )< oingel nate store
— Rosea. Rosy-pink, 10 ft ....-..--.....---------- Bae esocossebeEpemsecses
—— Purpurea Grandiflora. Purple, 10 ft..........--.----.-----------------
—— Finest Mixed Colors .........-... PEE yak Brose Bats Sa So aeSEeBosece

MIGNONETTE, Nat. Ord. Resedacea.

A well-known favorite, highly esteemed for its fragrance. If well thinned
out, immediately the plants are large enough, they will grow stronger, and pro-
duce larger spikes of bloom. Hardy annuals.

Mignonette ([eseda odorata). Large-flowered variety. Per ounce, 25 cents. -..-
— lLarge-F lowered Pyramidal (Reseda ameliorata). Quite distinct from the
old large-flowered variety ; its foliage and flowers are much larger,

the plants are of pyramidal growth, aud attain a large size. Like

the old varieties, it is deliciously sweet-scented, and is altogether a

desirable acquisition. (See colored plate.)......----------------------

—— Large Upright (Reseda erecta)........--.--------------+--22+ --- 2-5-2

MIMULUS (Monkey Flower), Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacee.

Strikingly handsome flowers, among the gayest ornaments for conservatory
green-house, or general flower-garden. Seed sown in Spring makes fine bedding
plants for Summer blooming, while seed sown in Autumn produces very ettective
early flowering green-house plants. Half-hardy perennials.

Mimulus Cardinalis. Scarlet, 1 ft........--..--...--...------------ +--+ eee e-
— Cupreus. Bright orange crimson; a most valuable bedding plant, 4 ft- --
— Moschata (Musk plant). Yellow, 4 ft...-.........----.-----.-----------
—— Maculosus. An exceedingly beautiful new blotched and spotted hybrid,

rivalling the Calceolaria in the variety of its brilliant colors. .......-

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MIMOSA (Sensitive Plant), Nat. Ord. Leguminose.

Mimosa Pudica. A very interesting and curious plant, its leaves closing if
touched or shaken. Half-hardy annual........--.-.----- e200 cee eee

_MOMORDICA, Nat. Ord. Cucurbitacee.

Very curious trailing plants, with ornamental foliage, and remarkable fruit.
Half-hardy annuals.

Momordica Balsamina (Balsam apple), From East Indies, 10 ft...............
—-- @harantia/(Baleami near) 10 its-sseeeee eae e eee eee tec r eno ereree

MORNING GLORY, Nat. Ord. Convolvulacee.
Morning Glory (see Convolvulus). Finest mixed, 20 ft....2.-...---.--.22------

MUKIA, Nat. Ord. Cucurbitacee.

A very pretty annual climber, with small heart-shaped leaves and scarlet
berries; very ornamental, and of rapid growth.

Mukia Scabrella. From N. Holland, 10 {6 ...2....----.2 -2-ssccec cece cccetee =

MUSK PLANT, Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacee.
(See Mimulus Moschatus.)

MYOSOTIS (Forget-Me-Not), Nat. Ord. Boraginacee.

The different species of this popular genus are all very beautiful, and too
well known to need recommendation; they succeed best in moist situations.
Hardy perennials.

Myosotis Palusiris. Blue, 4ft........- shi che a" rehramrtaaine nid by ta acy toute ee
a Alban aWiltitbegrs tbse crete oo reo eee ae eee eee eee ere
—— Azorica Celestina. Flowers of a rich turquoise blue, produced in the

preatest abundance: oso sco oe Cee eee ee ee oe a eee ete
—— — Alba. An exquisite pure white variety of the above ...--..-.--.---

NASTURTIUM, Nat. Ord. Tropaolacee.

Plants of great beauty, blooming thronghout the Summer and Fall, and in
the green-house during the whole winter ; being of rapid growth, the tall varieties
make an excellent cover for old walls, trellises, &c., while the dwarf varieties,
from their close, compact growth, and rich-colored flowers, are amongst the
most popular of bedding plants. Hardy annuais.

Nasturtium. =Dwart crimson: 1 fps ee ES | eee See eae
—— Dwarf Spotted) ft tit 2 a Oe FRE DO Se
—— TomsThumbi* Scarlet ett se oo eee ee ee ee eee Oh eevee eens
a CLOW Silt tiace ase meat nin cekseone Ms Fy, SUL EROS Beis aPC BIE ohne a
—— King of Tom Thumbs. Crimson scarlet, new and fine, 1 ft .-.--.-.------
— Dwarf Mixed, 1-ft. Per ounce, 50 cents...--..--------------- +--+ eee
= Pall:Crimson:- “V0 ft 2 senses 355 25. St es See eae oe ee ane eee oe ee
———- (| Spotted: it0itt sass ae ea. SN a ae elnmaie meee enema cones
— — Mixed. 10 ft. Per ounce,'25 cents -2- 2.5 score sere e ote eee ne ee

NEMOPHILA, Nat. Ord. Hydrophyllacee.

This is one of the most charming dwarf hardy annuals, of very neat, com-
pact, uniform habit of growth, comprising varied and beautiful colors, blooms
treely all Summer.

Nemophila Atomaria. White, with black spots, 1 ft........-..........---.---
—— Discoidalis. Black, with white margin, 1] ft...............-..----------
—— Insignis. Bright blue, with white centre, 1 ft............--..--------.--
——=_——— Alba; Pore) whites cites. =. meen eects sisainlsleclsle tects =o sre eevee
—— — Marginata. Azure blue, edged with white...........--.-.---------

— Maculata. White, with large purple spots, 1 ft..........-...---.-.-----
— Fine Mixed. Per ounce, 50 cents... .-2-52----- 2-2 cece ee cone wees eee

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NEMESIA, Nat. Ord. Hydrophyllacee.

Exceedingly pretty, compact growing plants, blooming so freely as to entirely
hide the foliage. Half-hardy annuals.

Nemesia Floribunda. White and yellow, fragrant.....-...---.----------5----
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NIGELLA (Leve-in-a-Nist), Nat. Ord. Ranunculacee.

_ Curious and interesting free-flowering plants, of the easiest culture, growing
in any garden soil. Hardy annuals.

Wigella Damascena Nana. Double, blue and white, % ft........--...---------
—— Atropurpurea. Clear, rich purple, 14 ft...--. 22.2.2... 2.2002 ee eee wees

NOLANA, Nat. Ord. Nolanacee.

Very pretty trailing plants, with Convolvulus-like flowers; excellent for
rustic-work or hanging baskets. Hardy annuals.

Nolana Lanceolata. Sky-blue, with white throat.......-....---.---c-+-ee----
— Atriplicifolia. Blue, violet, white, and yellow....-.---.---.-----+----+-
NYCTERINIA, Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacea.

Neat, compact, sweet-scented little plants, with large heads of star-shaped
flowers, well suited for rock-work or edgings; succeeds in light rich soil. Half-
hardy perennials. ;

Nycterinia Capensis. White, with yellow centre, } ft ..---.---.--------------
—— Selaginoides. Pink, with yellow centre, } ft..-...--...--...------------

OBELISCARIA, Nat. Ord. Composite.

Bold, showy plants, with novel and rich colored flowers, having curious
acorn-like centres; succeeds in common garden soil. Half-hardy perennial.

Obeliscaria Pulcherrima. Rich velvety-crimson, edged and tipped with yellow,
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GNOTHERA (Evening Primrese), Nat. Ord. Onagracee.

A very beautiful, free-flowering, and useful class of plants, flowering generally
in long spikes. (£. Lamarckiana has a superb spike of bloom, and is one of the
showiest yellow flowers grown. (. bistorta Veitchii is a pretty edging plant, and
may be grown in rockeries. (&. Drummondii and @. Drummondii nana are
wonderfully free-blooming varieties, flowering for months continuously.

Ginothera Bistorta Veitchii. Yellow, with crimson spots. Half-hardy annual, 1 ft.
— Drummondii. Yellow. Half-hardy annual, 2 ft ...-..---.---------------
— -—— Nana. Bright yellow. Half-hardy annual, 1 ft...-....---.---------
—— lLamarckiana. Bright yellow flowers, 3 to 4 inches in diameter, and pro-

duced in great profusion; a splendid ornamental plant. Half-hardy
perennial, 3{¢....--------- Seale ne Sic qayielintete cleteievelcfarsicielimareine ele stapler eisai =
—— Fine Mixed Varieties (. 22 2-355 scse2 <9 isle eos asin ew ce Salen joie tiaiseielc Safe siete

OXYURA, Nat. Ord. Composite.

A very showy, hardy annual, producing its beautiful fringed flowers in great
abundance.

Oxyura Chrysanthemoides. Golden yellow, edged with pure white, 14 ft .....

OXALIS, Nat. Ord. Oxalidacee.

Very attractive and beautiful plants, with richly-colored flowers, suitable for
green-house decoration, or for rock-work, rustic baskets, and out of doors. Half-
hardy perennials.

Cxalis Rosea. A neat, erect-growing plant, with bright, rose colored-flowers,
Beis cre rersce rate tena ee ae Lise tialcin 1d eiclore Sle RUE ED atebieia win! Sicteiniere edlieia ee
—— Tropzoloides. Deep yellow, brown leaves, }. ft.......--.--------------
— Waldiviana. A new, very showy, and compact-growing variety, flowers
of a bright yellow, sweet-scented, and produced in bunches of large
size, which are thrown well above the foliage.......---..--.---..---

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PANSY cr HEARTSEASE (Viola Tricolor), Nat. Ord. Violacce.

This beautiful flower is too well known to need any description. Seed sown
in Spring should not be allowed to blossom until the latter end of September.
Pick off the buds as they appear during the Summer months ; this will cause the
plants to grow bushy and compact, and will bloom profusely during the late
Autumn and early Spring months. Seed sown in August and September, and
kept in a cold frame through the Winter, and planted out in Spring, will blos-
som freely the whole season. The seed we offer has been saved from the most
distinct and best named imported varieties. Hardy perennials.

Pansy,. English. From a superb collection=:--- ~~. - ssc... - seeds see eee
—— Fancy, or Belgian. Striped and variegated kinds of great beauty, flower-

ing in great profusion. (See colored plate).....-.--..1------ tee cee

—— Faust, or King of the Blacks. Deep black; very remarkable..---...-.

—— White.) Hine puressscseeee a. eee eee ocean ee nee eenerrree ere

—— Yellow.) Pures roldents sepia ce oe ieee cioneseae eee eeeceee

—— Sky Blue. Very beautifullee. =. sees ceees eee eee eeeeesen eee re

—— Violet, bordered ‘white.- Fine varieties: ---2...0.-225.5.2-.22- 25. ---5-6

—_— Gold-margined., Very fine... ... 22sec ee ose cee Sasi eee eee eeeeees

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PALAVA, Nat. Ord. Malvacee.

Palava Flexuosa. A beautiful dwarf, bushy annual, from 15 to 18 inches
in height, producing in the greatest profusion its charming flowers of
a bright rosy pink, fading slightly towards the centre, whilst the base
of the sepals is almost black. It succeeds admirably either in the
open air, or as a decorative plant for the green-house or conservatory,
and is altogether one of the most striking and effective novelties of
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PENTSTEMON, Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacee.

Handsome, herbaceous plants, remarkable for the beauty and fine effect of ~

their long, graceful, richly-colored flower-spikes ; will bloom the first year if
sown early in March, in a hot-bed, and planted out in May. Half-hardy perennials.
Pentstemon Grandiflorum. Light blue, hardy, from Nebraska, 2 ft..-.-- x aaa
—=—— Lobbis yellow::etines ltette oo. oememeee eet eee scien Ree cieisvele
—— Jaffrayanum. Brilliant blue, 14 ft--.-.-...2...222 2222222222 22s -- + ----
— Murrayanum. Scarlet, very handsome, 2 ft............---...5--..-----
—— Pulchellum. Rosy purple, ftree-flowering, 1 ft...--.....--..--.---------
—— Fine Mixed Varieties: 2. a: sestcepasen5- scl <'- Pipetn eres see eres

PETUNIA, Nat. Ord. Solanaceae.

For out-door decoration in Summer, there is scarcely a class of plants to
equal this; they commence to flower early, and continue a mass of bloom the
whole Summer; they are of the easiest culture, and are equally effective and
beautiful grown in pots for the decoration of the conservatory or green-house.
Half-hardy perennials.

Petunia Hybrida. Finest striped and blotched varieties, mixed. (See colored plate)
— — Flore Pleno. Finest double, mixed .........-..-.-.---------------
—— Nyctaginiflora. (White; Witte: 225 22 -ecie se fone ee eles esate eee =
—— Pheenicea. Purple; li tte ae secs cette eee scene eel eee rreriee ae cece
== FineswWixed:. 225-2. fos Soe ees He ee eee Sener eee einer

PERILLA, Nat Ord. Labiatee.

Handsome, ornamental-foliaged plants, with deep mulberry, or blackish
purple-colored foliage, forming a fine contrast to the silvery foliage of Cineraria
Maritima, the Centaureas, ete. Grows freely in rich soil. Half-Hardy annuals.
Perilla Nankinensis. Leaves deep mulberry, 14 ft.----....---..---------------

—— —— Variegata (new). Leaves, a dark mulberry, blotched and marked
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PLATYSTEMON, Nat. Ord. Papaveracee.

A charming, free-flowering, dwarf-growing plant, adapted for bedding or
rustic-work. Hardy annual.
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Zinnia Elegans Flore Pleno,

Embracing many distinct colors of the most perfect double form.
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PHLOX, Nat. Ord. Polemoniacee.

This splendid genus of plants is unrivalled for richness of color, profusion of
blossom, length of duration in bloom, and general compactness, and whether in
clumps or masses looks equally beautiful. Phlox Drummondii is perhaps the
finest annual in cultivation, and should oecupy a prominent place in every
garden. The perennial species, which are very handsome, require protection
during the Winter. Hardy annuals.

Phlox Drummondii Alba. Pure white
—— —— Oculata. White, with purple eye

— Coccinea.” Deepiscarlets.as -=seeee ee cece se ee oe ees ee eee eee

—— Black Warrior! -Dark purple ssss=ce- sok - ene ee ete eee

—— Leopoldii. Bright rose, white eye......---.---------------+---+-----

—— Marmorata. White, tinged rose, white eye...-..------.--------.--

—— Princess Royal. Light purple, with white streaks..........-...---

— Queen Victoria. Violet, white eye.......--.-...--.---.-----+-----

— Radowitzii. Rose purple, white eye...-....-.-.------------------

—— Rosea. Pure rose color

— Wariabilis. Violet and lilac

—— Heynholdii. A beautiful, new, and very distinct variety, of a bright
deep scarlet, with a slight tinge of copper color, very dwarf and com-

act

me Ae Pale yellow

—— Finest Mixed Varieties. (See colored plate )

Decussata. Perennial mixed, finest varieties from named flowers

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PICOTEE PINK, Nat. Ord. Caryophyllacee.

Well-known and highly valued plants, remarkable as well for their great
beauty and delightful fragrance as for their easy culture and accommodating
| habit, growing freely, and tlowering profusely either in pots, in the green-house,

~ or in the open borders, succeeding best in rich loamy soil. Half-hardy perennials.
Picctee Pink. Saved from the finest varieties............---..----.----------

PINE, CHINA, and other varicties.
(Sce Dianthus.)

PODOLEPIS, Nat. Ord. Composite.
Very pretty, graceful and free-flowering plants, succeeding best in a light
rich soil. Half-hardy annuals. :
Podolepis Affinis. Yellow, 1 ft
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POLYANTHUS, Nat. Ord. Primulacee.

Gay and profuse Spring-flowering plants, adapted for pot culture or the
open border. Hardy perennials.
Polyanthus. Choice, mixed, from best laced flowers...-...-----..---.-.--- aes
—— Mixed Border Varieties

POPPY, Nat. Ord. Papaveracee.

Plants with large and brilliantly colored-flowers, growing freely in any com-
mon soil, and producing a large and effective display in large mixed borders
and shrubberies. Hardy annuals.

Poppy, Carnation. Double, mixed colors, 2 ft
—— French. Dwarf, mixed, 2 ft
—— Peony-flowered. Double, 2 ft

POTENTILLA, Nat. Ord. Rosacec.

Very handsome, profuse-flowering, hardy, herbaceous plants, exceedingly
useful and ornamental in mixed flower and shrubbery borders, lasting a long
time in bloom. Hardy perennials.

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PORTULACA, Nat. Ord. Portulacacee.

These brilliant and popular hardy annuals are of the easiest culture, luxuriat-
ing in an exposed, sunny situation, and producing throughout the Summer their
various colored flowers in the greatest profusion. The Double Portulaca is one
of the most showy and desirable novelties of recent introduction, and has
proved quite constant from seed.

Portulaca Alba: jRure swihite mace cise arent «lo ee ese a snols esine| as sicleielesisiscisisizia
> / Mince Collen sO acoso seoo aendidade +656 cHeqoocbs decd penecoueeadade
——— AUKAntlaCas OLAN GO. joie itis. =! = -l- eerste “== leis aimiatelsle *]eleieinicsinntsisinin
—— Caryophylloides. Carnation-striped...........--...-------------------
== ROS Calne, - MVOSC=COlOLEG eis nok eo ajale w/e enee simisie init oleieieteis ie Mideelaveeisietnine’s
——-- Splendens-), Crimson purples secre ce cine «elec erie -erteeretelelel- clei cinizieieleicisle cele
—— Thellusonii. Splendid scarlet-..-.- 22-2222 2 2 ee. oes oo oe nen eceee
—— Splendid Mixed. All colors. Per ounce, $1..-.--...--------------------
— Grandiflora, Double. Finest mixed. These are unsurpassed for brilliancy

by any annuals in cultivation. Prostrate plants, with succnlent stems

and leaves, and salver-shaped blossoms, of dazzling and splendid
colors, thriving best in hot, dry situations, such as exposed rock-work,

&c., where the sun is most powerful. Nothing can exceed their reful-

gent splendor when under the full blaze of the Summer sun. (See

colored plate) -.- cc Wetstoaiciceaatouheions < cabeeee is sanie nmioistei atin ee elaine Sarees ets

PRINCES FEATHER, Nat. Ord. Amarantacea.

(See Amaranthus hypochondriacus).

PRIMULA, (Chinese Primrose), Nat. Ord. Primulacee.

One of the finest Winter-blooming plants, indispensable for the decoration of
the green-house or conservatory. Our seed has been selected with great care,
and we can confidently recommend it.

Primula Sinensis Fimbriata. Very choice mixed, from prize flowers...........
Al Dane Pune nwihtbeeermsisciciciseisisiseisleer miele sleielosiei-ie(-/-el-inieieimicisieicionsis a sie
—— — Rubra. Red, very fine-.-... Ein [a /cinjeiwie® alee eeie = TbSIOON Hon COOnOO UDB beE
ee Striatas mivViMibeysuripedawlt hy reds eecece espe) ancimaiesce se ncisiecicce
—— —— Kermesina Splendens. Bright carmine, with distinct yellow eye...
eA barbienayn (Doublemwhites aa ssencert-ceacieanenecnee cece tee
—————- /Rubra Plena.) ((Double red): <<< ceys..-miseiis-ie =e oe eam sien se =~ oe

The double varielies produce a large per centage of double flowers, and are

superb.
—— ~— Filicifolia Alba. White fern-leaved, very beautiful................
SS ese Ee Teed, omnslemyealosesobdocuas bee debeoceso cues oouu sous

The great perfection to which these Primulas have now been brought, both in flower
and foliage, and the variety of colors now obtained, render them in attractiveness and
value scarcely equalled by any class of plants. They should be grown in every green-
house.

PYRETHRUM, Nat. Ord. Composite.

Very handsome and interesting herbaceous plants, succeeding in any garden
soil. Hardy perennials.

Pyrethrum Carneum. (Insect Powder Plant.) Flesh color, 2 ft........---.-..--
——_ FEROSCUNT sf ei oN bed ye ett es cnanie else else eee eee aie eer eee ee ersten aie
—— Hybridum F'l. Pl. New varieties of this beautiful, hardy, herbaceous

plant, saved from double flowers only, some of which equal in size and
beauty our best anemone-flowered Chrysanthemums........---.-----
—— Parthenifolium Aureum (Golden Feather) .....---.------------ 02-222 +++

RHODANTHE, Nat. Ord. Composite.

These are some of the most delightful annuals ever introduced, valuable
alike for the decoration of the conservatory and flower-garden ; they are amongst
the handsomest everlasting flowers for Winter bouquets. Succeed best in a
light rich soil, and a warm sheltered situation. Half-hardy annuals
Rhodanthe Atrosanguinea. Dark purplish crimson, very brilliant...--...-.--

— Maculata. Bright rosy crimson, with yellow disc......---.---.---------
—— —— Alba. Pure silvery white, very beautiful............---..---------
—— Mangiesii. Bright rose, with silvery calyx......--...-----.---------+--

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RICINUS (Castor Oil Bean), Nat. Ord. Huphorbiacee.

Magnificent and highly ornamental plants, of picturesque foliage and stately
growth. Half-hardy annuals.

Ricinus Communis Major (Palma Christi).....-...---.2.-22220----e nee e ene
—— Borboniensis Arboreus. Very large and handsome foliage, 15 ft ......--
—— Giganteus. Leaves of immense size, 12 ft..---...-....-2..1..22---e eee
—— Obermanii (Sanguineus). Red fruit; splendid ornamental plant, 8 ft....-.

——— Purpureus., Purple);. very fine, Gditeee esc ess eee «coc eee eee
——— Tricolor. . Three:colored 5 very beautiful, 7 ft......-.c2oscte see eee
—— Mixed Warieties. Per ownce, 50 cents...--. 22.002 eee ee ee ce eee eee ce ee

ROCKET (Hesperis), Nat. Ord. Brassicaceae.

Well-known, very fragrant, early Spring-flowering plants, growing freely,
and blooming profusely in almost any soil. Hardy perennials.
Rocket, Sweet.) (Purples) thes sacerc some sec cea eee ene eee eee eeeee
—— Whites dbft i. So eee anes pacientes well eet eacytne ee eei eerie ae
Cree / C215 HIRO haateios GOCE OO OSE SEES SabS ConUeHSSSE sUSeE CbaccE oun ceaoue

SALPIGLOSSIS, Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacee.

Highly ornamental and remarkably beantiful Autumn-blooming plants, with
funnel-shaped flowers, curiously veined and marbled. Half-hardy annuals.

Salpiglossis Azurea Grandiflora. Sky blue, 1} ft -.-....2.22.22 2020222 020-20--
—— Coccinea. -‘Scarleti, Ua iiticeccselse serene eee tee eee eee aelee eee
— lLarge-Flowering. Finest mixed, 1} ft ..-.....2...-2....2.2.2-..2-22-22.

SALVIA, Nat. Ord. Lamiacee.

Splendid ornamental plants for out-door decoration, their beautiful spikes of
brilliant scarlet and blue flowers being produced in the greatest profusion from
July to October.

Salvia Coccinea. Scarlet. Half-hardy annual, 2 ft..............22.2..--2.--.-
— Japonica. Dark blue flowers, and deep red foliage. Half-hardy annual, 2 ft

— Patens. Splendid deep blue. Half-hardy perennial, 3 ft....-...-.....-.--
—— Splendens. Vivid scailet. Half-hardy perennial, 3 ft ....-.-....2-.+22---
—— —— Compacta. A very profuse-blooming dwarf variety; bright scarlet.

Half-hardyiperennial,, 2ubses cee soeste cate ee asec eee eee eee nee

SANVITALIA, Nat. Ord. Composite.
Beantiful dwarf-growing, free-flowering plants, very suitable for small beds
or rock-work. Hardy annuals.

Sanvitalia Procumbens. Rich brown and yellow, 4 ft..........2.2222222...2..
— — Fl. Pleno. A beautiful acquisition; flowers densely double, bright
golden yellow, and produced in the greatest abundance, 4 ft.........

SAPONARIA, Nat. Ord. Caryophyllacee.

An extremely beantiful class of compact-growing plants, producing masses
ot minute cross-shaped rose and white flowers, which continue blooming all
Summer. Hardy annuals.

Saponaria Calabrica. Rich deep pink, 4 ft..---.---.-------+---- +--+ -- +e ee
see = Alba. Pnrenwhitewisttseoeeese creer ceo seeeeecce eres
— Ocymoides. Rose pink. Hardy perennial, 4 ft ...-....-..------.--------

SCABIOSA (Mourning Bride, or Sweet Scabious), Nat. Ord. Dipsacee.

A highly ornamental border plant, producing in profusion flowers in great
variety of color; excellent for cutting for table bouquets and other ornameuts,
Hardy annuals.

Scabiosa Nana Fl. Pleno. The flowers are quite double and globular, varying
in all the shades of white, carmine, maroon, lilac, &c. ; a most valuable
flower to use in bouquets or vases of cut flowers.--......--.-.-------

== [Tall ‘German. . Mixed seat jocj2e ts ac8 opetiere cos te tat- crosiers aps teeyecies toe See
==— Dwarf Mixed. 1 thio. 2... cee eel toctasteeneee eee eee

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SCHIZOPETALON, Nat. Ord. Cruciferer.

Schizopetalon Walkerii. An interesting little plant, with delicately fragrant,
fringed, white flowers. Hardy annual, ¢ ft ....-...--....------------

SCHIZANTHUS, Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacew.

A splendid class of plants, combining elegance of growth with a rich pro-
fusion of beautiful flowers, valuable for green-house decoration in Spring, and
the flower-garden in Summer. Half-hardy annuals.

Schizanthus Grahamii. Red and orange, 2 ft........-.-.------------ 222-2 +e
—— Grandiflorus Albus. White, with sulphur eye, ] ft -.-.-...----.--------
—— — Oculatus. Various shades, fine blue centre, 1 ft..-..--.--...-------
-— — Atropurpureus. Rich crimson, with dark eye ..-.--.-.--.---------
— Pinnatus. Rosy purple, and yellow spotted; very pretty, 2 ft....--..-.--

Retusus. Scarlet, rose and orange, 2 ft....-......-.....----------------

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SCYPANTHUS, Nat. Ord. Loasacee.

Scypanthus Blegans. A very ornamental, dwarf, free-flowering, half-hardy ever-
green trailing plaut; yellow, 2ft........-......--...---..----------

SEDUM (Stoneorop), Nat. Ord. Crassulaceaw.

A very interesting and useful little plant, growing freely on rock or rustic-
work, ornamental mounds, old walls, &c. Hardy perennial.
Sedum Ceeruleum. Blue, } ft...-..-../..------ 222+ +. ence cece ene eee eee ee

SENSITIVE PLANT, Nat. Ord. Leguminose.
(See Mimosa pudica.)

SILENE or CATCHFLY, Nat. Ord. Caryophyllacee.

A beautiful genus of free-flowering plants, with bright, attractive flowers,
admirably adapted tor Spring and Summer blooming in beds, rock-work, or
mixed borders.

Silene Orientalis. Bright rose. Hardy perennial......-..----.------+----------
—— Pendula. Bright pink. Hardy annual, 1ft .........--..----..----------
— —— Alba. White. Hardy annual, 1 ft.......--.-.----.-2.-2------ +--+:
—— Schafta. Rosy purple. Hardy perennial, 4 f{t......-...-.-.--------------

SOLANUM, Nat. Ord. Solanacee.

A genus of very ornamental fruit-bearing plants, some of them among the
most interesting of green-house shrubs, while others are remarkable for their fine
foliage, and are most useful for groups on lawns, or as single specimens.
Solanum Capsicastrum. Miniature orange tree, covered all Winter with a pro-

fusion of scarlet fruit. A very interesting plant for the decoration of
the green-bouse or sitting-room. Half-hardy perennial, 14 ft..--------
—— Giganteum. Superb plant, with scarlet fruit. Half-hardy annual, 2 ft -. -
—— Marginatum. A beautiful, ornamental plant, with silvery leaves and
yellow fruit. Half hardy shrub, 2 ft ....-...------1-------+----------
—— Warscewiczii. A magnificent plant, with immense lobed leaves of a deep
green color. It attains an average height of six to eight feet, and
when planted in masses produces a grand effect. It is probably the
best of the large-leaved Solanums yet introduced..........-.-.------

SPHENOGYNE, Nat. Ord. Composite.
A bright yellow, free-flowering, showy border plant, from South America;
useful for beds, ribbon borders, or edgings. %
Sphenogyne Speciosa. Hardy annual, 1 ft...........-.00--0-2 22-2 eee eee eee a

SWEET SULTAN, Nat. Ord. Composite.

Showy annua!s of easy culture, very effective in shrubbery borders. Hardy
annuals,

Sweet Suitan. Purple, 2 ft .....
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Sa Si 50 Gos Go Se GOR HSE IEE OOO UC ER ea Ue | Er ee
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SPRAGUEA, Nat. Ord. Portulacacee. Per pkt.

A charming plant, with Amaranthus-like flowers, extremely graceful and
beautiful, valuable for edgings or rock-work. Half-hardy annual.

Spraguea Umbellata. White, shaded with purple, 2 ft....-..-......----..----

SWEET WILLIAM (Dianthus barbatus), Nat. Ord. Caryophyllacea.

A very beautiful and well-known class of plants, of extreme richness and
diversity of color. The varieties have been greatly improved of late years.
Hardy perennials.

Sweet William. Fine mixed

—— —— Auricula-Flowered. Flowers in trusses of immense size, and of
exceedingly beautiful colors

—— —— Double-Flowering. Finest mixed, from a splendid collection of
double flowers

STOCKS (Mathiola), Nat. Ord. Crucifere.

The Stock is one of our most important and well-known annuals; for
brilliancy and diversity of color, fur fine foliage and compact habit, and for pro-
fusion and duration of bloom it is unsurpassed, while as a decorative plant for
the garden, whether for bedding, massing, edging, or ribboning, it is invaluable.

GERMAN TEN-WEEKS.

These are especially recommended on account of their long continuance in
bloom, and vigorous habit. Flowers very double, 14 ft. Half-hardy annuals.

Stock, Dwarf German Ten-Weeks. Fine mixed ............-...-..----------
o— —— — — Large-flowering, choice mixed

—— —— —— Pure White

—— —— — Scarlet Victoria. New and fine-....-.-..:.--.---------

—— New Large-Flowered Dwarf Pyramidal. The most popular Stock

in cultivation ; very finest mixed

—— Walliflower-Leaved. Pure white, very fine

——.—— Crimson. Very fine

———— Finest; Mixed see ais een sees aiinatnseiseeie ae seer eee eeee

STOCKS (intermediate).

The Intermediate Stocks are prized on account of their flowering late in
Autumn, also as pot plants for early Spring blooming, for which purpose the
seeds should be sown in July or August.

Stock, Intermediate. Scarlet
—— — White......-.........--
—— += (Purple sss 5s bone = ee as Es Mins Se aes

STOCKS (Brompton and Emperor).

The Emperor or perpetual-flowering, may be treated in the same manner as
the Intermediate; they frequently last several years, if protected from frost.
The Brompton is a biennial of branching habit, producing a grand display when
in bloom. :
Stock, Emperor, or Perpetual. Finest mixed..........-.--..--..------------

—— Brompton, or Winter. Finest mixed.........-....--.--------20222-- 0 -

SWEET PEAS, Nat. Ord. Leguminose.

Very beautiful, fragrant, and free-flowering climbing plants, continuing in
bloom all Summer; supported by common pea-sticks they form admirable
screens for protecting more tender plants, or excluding unsightly objects, valuable
for training on trellis-work, covering rough fences, &c. Hardy annuals.

Sweet Peas, Scarlet Invincible. Remarkably fragrant, with bright scarlet,
crimson flowers, entirely new in color, and unusually prolific bloomer.
—— Striped_.........
—— Painted Lady
=— Purple 224.55 2 a eS AESoASHeS apenas Sato
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—— —— Mixed. All colors, per ounce, 10c.; per pound, $1 ...---4----- eRe oees

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TAGETES, Nat. Ord. Composite. Per pkt.

Tagetes Signata Pumila. A beautiful, delicate, fern-leaved plant, forming a
compact globular bush, and covered with numerous bright, yellow
blossoms, with a reddish-brown stripe through the centre of each petal,
which, combined with its exquisite foliage, renders it a most beautiful
object. FECL AROTRED) COWIE U, SWsoeond 6 oadcou DoS nSOu cobs Do40bu BobObEGO6 10

-THUNBERGIA, Nat. Ord. Acanthacee.

Extremely ornamental free-blooming climbers of rapid growth, handsome
foliage, and much-admired flowers; good for green-house culture, or in warm
situations out of doors. Pot first into sandy loam and peat; afterwards use a
good portion of poor lime rubbish, which will cause masses of bloom to be
thrown up. Tender annuals.

Thunbergia Alata. Buff, with dark eye, 4 ft.........--.-...--+.-------------- 10
— Alba. White, with dark eye, 4 ft..-.........--.-- pocods ooceeu.cdoHdoaeuG 10
—— Aurantiaca. Bright orange, dark eye, 4 ft.......- Fae endo hectare eerceen 10
—— Bakrerii. Pure whitey ths juiwltes ¢. opeetalins feta iaieiain le ae raraleie areijcie 10
—— Sulphurea.. wanreis Bite vetatnyaspsiaiesciao'areiai a oialsy sie isis ie ola ais exe sino siete meeiartn LO
—— Mixed Warletionsii bs Dediadiak oie Ege acaAl, ie) EE CD AEST

TRICHOSANTHES, Nat. Ord. Cucurditacea.

Very curious plants, with long elegant serpent-like fruit, exceedingly orna-
mental. Half-hardy annuals.

Trichosanthes Coccinea. A charming climber, with small oval green and white
marbled fruit, changing to scarlet...-...:--------------------------- 25
—— Colubrina. Serpent-gourd, brilliant carmine fruit, 5 to 6 feet in length.. 15

4 TROPAOLUM, Nat. Ord. Tropolacee.

Very elegant and beautiful climbers, flowering most profusely ; admirably
adapted for green-house or conservatory decorations, especially during the Winter
months; very useful for covering verandas, trellis and rustic-work out of doors.
Half-hardy annuals.

Tropzolum Lobbianum. Brilliant scarlet crimson, 6 ft.......----.----------- 10
—— Geant des Battailles. Brilliant carmine ...........-...---------------- 20
—— Triomphe de Gand. Orange scarlet, 4 ft..........-.--------------+2--- 20

i ———" Mixed? Varieties: ei iayi: Basie Si Ne ena See LO
—— Peregrinum (See Canar y Bird Vine) .. Gat cae Be ete ell eteyaloise tations sinisyalaieis eierevaiey vs 10

TUNICA, Nat. Ord. Caryopyhllacee.

Tunica Saxifraga. A very pretty hardy perennial, with rosy-lilac flowers, useful
for edgings, dwarf beds, or rock-work, 4 ft ...-.......---..---------- 10

VALERIAN, Nat. Ord. Valerianacee.
Very showy border plants; will grow in almost any soil. Hardy perennials.

Valerian: Redd fte ee oe 8 oe See EN Parent wanes 5
aI EO fit) mls ois ata rosie joe em sare Seimei Sele eeea ore lees aa See nee cess 5
me NIVEL ICOM ps fib Wire papers) 5 aias cre ye asa oie ate paiaiois/ eee eta elev are eraeewianniaieyele re iole casloie alo 5

VENUS'S LOOKING-GLASS, Nat. Ord. Campanulacee.

A free- flowering, pretty, dwarf hardy annual, especially adapted for beds,
edgings, &c.; grows well in any garden soil.

Venus’s Looking-Glass. Blue, 4 ft.......-------------- eee cece ee seen eee eeeees 5
SS —— WANED Hh itinoscaocsacus eddndsgnscse ooobog cogda5 oGbosoCbbR00 c600bd0 5

VERONICA, Nat. Ord. Scrophulariacea.

Very ornamental herbaceous plants. V. Syriaca, if sown early, forms an
extremely pretty edging for small beds.

Veronica Glauca. Blue. Hardy perennial, 2 ft..--...----.2--2-.-2--242- 22050. 10
17 Syriaca. Bright blue and white. Half-hardy annual.........::.-:------ 10
— Alba. White. Half-hardy annual.........--.----..-2--- 222-22 sbeeee eee 10

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VERBENA, Nat. Ord. Verbenacee.

Well-known, charming and universally-admired plants; invaluable for Sum-
mer decoration. Half-hardy perennials.

Verbena Hybrida. Finest mixed varieties. Saved from our own unrivalled
collection: ; ..:. 520g. seccetee ts ctmeeees SEE Sec neem eee eee ee

VINCA, Nat. Ord. Apocynacee.

A genus of beautiful green-house evergreen shrubs; if sown early in heat,
and transplanted to a warm situation in the garden about May or June, they
wil flower beautifully in the Autumn, and may be potted for the house before
rost.

Vinca Rosea. Rose, with dark Gye, Vibes. oaaccl wast i be tes ior
—— Alba.. White; with crimson eye; 2:fte4-2-.-- 22.0 cece tee = eee ae
> ——— Pura, Pure white, exquisitemeres-22 sone seca eeeee eeee eee eee

VIOLA, Nat. Ord. Violacee.

Well-known favorites, deservedly much in demand on account of their pro-
fusion of bloom. Hardy perennials. -

Viola Cornuta. Light blue, valuable for edgings, } ft.......------------------
—— Cornuta Alba. Pure white variety of the above -..--..-----------------
—— Lutea. Flowers bright yellow, produced in great abundance, of dwarf

and compact habit, with dark, glossy green foliage, invaluable for
small bedsior marginal lines .. 52-7 22225 - 2-e- Senie <2 iene nies eee
——- sO doratay(SweetsVaolet) athens ape eee ae ie eee eee ee Geek eee

VIRGINIAN STOCK, Nat. Ord. Crucifere.

Extremely beautiful free-flowering little plants for beds, baskets or edging ;
grows freely in any soil. Hardy annuals.

VISCARIA, Nat. Ord. Caryophyllacee.

Per pkt.

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Remarkably pretty free-flowering plants, with rich and brilliant colors.

Hardy annual.
ViscariarBurnidgris swihite plettoss oe te ee ee ne ee eee eee

—— Cardinalis. An exceedingly showy variety, producing a profusion of -

brilliantimacentaiblossomse-.c-sen oe eee eee ee eee eee eee eee
—— Oculata. Pink, with rich crimson eye, l-ft......---..--------------2-- ++

WAHLENBERGIA, Nat. Ord. Campanulacee.

A genus of exceedingly handsome perennials, with large Campanula-like
flowers of great beauty. Hardy perennials.

Wahlenbergia.Grandiflora., Blue, -3:fticsos- fnoos 22 toss oan cnc esos ee ele

=) === Alba... White, 3) ft) ase sscrercis Sattar 5 trate a eT ee

WALLFLOWER, Nat. Ord. Crucifere.
A well-known plant, much esteemed for its fragrance. Half-hardy perennial.
Wallflower, Doubles "Winest:mixedtQtt. sens 2 yess sees eee ae receeee

—— Branching: Fine mixed: 2st s-cec saeco 2 seis toe ee cee eee eee
—— Single Mixed.. .2}: ftis. 202s. k. 0: She ee 5c8acth oe ae P SEINIEAS:

WHITLAVIA, Nat. Ord. Hydrophyllacee.

Charming hardy annuals, with beautifully bell-shaped flowers, growing
freely in any soil.

Wihitlavia’ Grandifiora) Violetsblue; 1oftass-2>- 2 se. eee e cee eae Seis
——= _ —— Alba.) Pureswahite; iL ft. 2-2. 2.8. ieee eee. MEL Ae eee
—— Gloxinoides. An elegant variety, with beautiful Gloxinia-like flowers,

corolla, pure white, with delicate blue lip....-...-------------------

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WIGANDIA, Nat. Ord. Hydroleacea.

Splendid ornamental-foliaged plants, with immense leaves, 3 feet long by 14
feet wide; seed sown early in Spring, in hot-bed, will produce fine plants by
the middle of Summer. AHalf-hardy perennials, ~
Wigandia Caracasana.

—— Vigieri. Superb, glaucous foliage

XERANTHEMUM, Nat. Ord. Composite.

A showy class of everlastings; the flowers, when gathered young, are useful
for Winter bouquets. Hardy annuals.
Xeranthemum. Double White, 2 ft
— Double Purple, 2 ft
—— Caryophylloides, Fl. Pleno.

ZEA, Nat. Ord. Graminacee.

Zea Japonica Variegata (Striped-leaved Japanese Maize.) A splendid variety
where effect is desired, its graceful leaves being beautifully: and alter-
nately striped with light green and pure white

ZINNIA ELEGANS, Nat. Ord. Composite.

Very handsome, Fall-flowering plants, of great richness and variety of color.
The Double Zinnia has proved to be a most important acquisition, its splendid
double flowers rivalling in beauty, size, and form, moderate-sized Dahlias. Half
hardy annuals. (See colored plate).

Zinnia Elegans Fl. Pl. Extra choice, double, 14 ft
—— —— Alba Fl. Pl. Pure white
— —— FI. Pl. Dwarf, chrome or buff; new and fine.....-..---.----------

jhoice florist flowers.

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We can confidently recommend the articles enumerated in the following list, which

have been selected from first quality flowers only, and by the most experienced culti-
vators.

Per pkt,
ANTIRRHINUM, choice mixed, from named LANTANA, saved from named varieties
MIMULUS, finest blotched and spotted hy-

ASTERS, finest varieties WeCWoonasdooeased 6000 eocbudDd g9D0ed040000

AURICULA, from prize flowers O60

BALSAM, double white and mixed.............

BELLIS PERENNIS (Double Daisy)

CALCEOLARIA, herbaceous, from the best
varieties

CARNATION, choice, bizarre and flake

CHRYSANTHEMUM, large-flowered and pom-

CINERARIA, saved from a first-class collection.
GERANIUM, finest zonale, and variegated va-
rieties,

GLOXINIA, from choice erect and drooping va-
rieties

PANSY, choicest mixed from English show
varieties

PANSY, Belgian or French, choicest mixed

PETUNIA HYBRIDA, choice varieties, in mix-

POLYANTHUS, very choice, saved from the fin-
est gold-laced flowers only...............--

PRIMULA SINENSIS FIMBRIATA, many beanu-
tiful and distinct varieties

PRIMULA SINENSIS FIMBRIATA, double red
and white

SWEET WILLIAM, finest Auricula-eyed

STOCKS, a splendid assortment of all the best
varieties

40 PETER HENDERSON & CO.’8 CATALOGUE OF SEEDS,

firnamontal fragses.

en

such as Erianthus Ravennw, Gynerium Argentium, and Gymnothrix Latifolia,
are highly ornamental, their graceful drooping leaves and erect noble-looking
spikes producing a splendid and striking effect; others are particularly neat and com-
pact in habit, and are suitable for pot-culture, edgings, mixed flower and shrubbery
borders, &c. Many of the varieties are very curious and beautiful, and when dried
and tastefully arranged, in connection with the everlasting flowers, make exceedingly
attractive Winter bouquets. They are mostly annuals, and those which are not, with
the exception of Pampas Grass, flower the first year.
The plants should be transplanted or thinned out sufficiently to afford space for the
growth of each, as soon as they can be handled; this will allow them to develop their
true character.

en Ornamental Grasses are useful in various ways. Many of the tall varieties,
v,

Agrostis Nebulosa. Exceedingly graceful and beautiful; one of the most cane
elegant of Ornamental Grasses. Hardy annual, 1 ft -...-...2...-..... 10
—— Pulchella. Very graceful. Hardy annual, 1 ft....--.--....--.-----:----- 10
Avena Sterilis (Animated Oats), Hardy annual, 24 ft..-.-....2-------2--. 2222 -- ee 5
Briza Maxima (Large Quaking Grass). Very elegant; one of the best. Hardy
annual; Viton Soe ke Baie eS ei occ eke SS ae ie he rc te a eee ES 5
—— Gracilis (Slender Quaking Grass), Hardy annual, 1 ft......--...----------- 5

Brizopyrum Siculum. Very dwarf, with shining green leaves; very pretty,+ft 10
Bromus Brizeeformis. A fine grass, resembling Briza Maxima. Hardy perennial,

PG. cacy ec soe tiee wae Une Solos ores hie leek acl seie selene 10

Chloris Barbata. Pretty and curious. Hardy annual, 1 ft.--....--.---..------ 5
Crysurus Aureus. Very dwarf, with yellowish, feathery spikes, useful for small

bouquets. Hardyannual td fbi keel ee celecin ticle else elo eimnsia)elaieleselen LO

Coix Lachryme (Job’s Tears). Half-hardy annual, 2 tt......-------.----------- 5

Eragrostis Elegans (Love Grass). Elegant and pretty. Hardy annual, 2 ft..... 10

— Namaquensis. Highly ornamental. Hardy annual, 1 ft ..--......-.----- 10

Brianthus Ravenne. A superb perennial grass, resembling the Pampas in
appearance and habit of growth, but attaining a greater height than
that variety, and is quite hardy; its handsome flower-spikes, in grace-
ful, slightly-drooping, featherly-like plumes of silvery white, are pro-
duced in great abundance, and are exceedingly beautiful. Flowers

the first year, if sown early in heat. Hardy perennial, 10 ft ....--.-.-- 25
Gymnothrix Latifolia. New, splendid ornamental grass. Half-hardy perennial,
Gynerium Argentium (Pampas Grass). The finest ornamental grass in cultiva-

tion, 10 ftsncs, sy oen chest ae seed mass So ae es oa Sei cee eneeeeuoeeb teers Q5
Hordeum Jubatum (Squirrel Tail- Grass). Very handsome, 3 ft...--.--...----- 10
Lagurus Ovatus (Hare's Tail Grass). Dwarf, very pretty, 1 ft-.-.------------- 5
Panicum Sulcatum. Beautiful Palm-like foliage, exceedingly ornamental]. Half-

hardy annual, 2 ft.--------- BREE SSS aca UES SURO Be mob cbadiauoeosoes 15
Paspalum Ellegans. Very pretty and interesting. Half-hardy annual, 1} ft.-.-- 15
Setaria Macrocheta. Graceful drooping plumes. Hardy annual, 2 ft....------- 5
Stipa Pennata (Feather Grass). Exceedingly graceful and beautiful. Hardy

perennial, 2 L055 oe cement wien were ea Shale ye aleicicief=vinimi vis leiniclein == <lnpa)= ai 10
Tricholeena Rosea. <A very beautiful rose-tinted grass. Hardy perennial, 2 ft... 10
Zea Gracillima (Miniature Maize). New. Half-hardy annual, 2} ft.-.-----..---
Zea Japonica Variegata ( Variegated Japanese Maize) ....--.------------+-+-- +--+ 5

Al

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Erianthus Ravenna.

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42 PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

How, (flor, and Yfhore to Gow foods.

Extract from “ Gardening for Profit,’ by PETER HENDERSON.

p\, S seed-sowing is the starting point of cropping, a thorough knowledge of the
5) conditions necessary for the germination of the different varieties will go far
towards putting the tyro in gardening well on the way to success. The very
general want of knowledge in this matter is too often the cause of much undeserved
censure upon the seedsman, for in nine cases out of ten the failure is not with the seeds,
but results from the time or manner of planting. When the owner of a garden sends
his order for seeds to the seedsman, it is generally a complete list of all he wants for the
season. They are received, and the interesting operation of sowing is begun; first in a
hot-bed, if he has one, often as early as the first week in February (a month too soon by
the way), and in go indiscriminately, at the same date, and under the same sash, his
seeds of Cabbage, Cauliflower, Lettuce, and Egg Plant, Peppers aud Tomatoes. Yet
even in the waning heat of this early hot-bed, where a thermometer would possibly not
indicate more than fifty degrees, he finds in a week or so his Cabbage, Lettuce, and
Cauliflower, “coming through ” nicely, but, as yet no Ege Plants, Peppers, or Tomatoes.
He impatiently waits another week, makes an examination, and discovers that instead
of his Tomatoes and Egg Plants beginning to vegetate, they are commencing to rot. It
is now plain to him that he has been cheated ; he has been sold old seed, and if he does
nothing worse, he for ever after looks upon the seedsman he has patronized as a venial
wretch, destitute of principle and honesty. But he must have Tomatoes, Peppers, and
Egg Plants, and he buys again from another seedsman, warranted honest. He renews
his hot-bed; it is now a month later, and a bright March sun, with milder nights, gives
him the proper temperature in his hot-bed—70 or 80 degrees—and his eyes are at last
gladdened by the sprouting of the troublesome seed. April comes with warm sunshine,
inviting him to begin to ‘make garden” outside. He has yet the balance of the original
lot of seeds that he bought in February. Butasheis still entirely befogged about the cause
of his failure in the first hot-bed, he begins his open ground operations with little con-
fidence in his seeds, but as he has got them, they may as well be tried; and again he
sows in the same day his Peas and Lima Beans, Radishes and Pumpkins, Onions and
Sweet Corn. Hardy and tender get the same treatment. The result must of necessity
be the same as it was in the hot-bed, the hardy seeds duly vegetate, while the tender
are of course rotted. This time he is not surprised, for he is already convinced that.
seedsman No. | is a rascal, and only wonders how any of his seeds grew at all, so he
again orders from seedsman No. 2 for the articles that have failed. Here circumstances
continue to favor the latter, for by this time the season has advanced in its temperature,
and the seeds duly vegetate. Every farmer knows that, in this latitude, he can sow
Oats or Wheat in March or April, but that if he sows his Corn or Pumpkins at the same
time, they will perish. This he knows, but he may not know that what is true of the
crops of the farm, is equally true of the garden. Hence the importance of a knowledge
of the season when to sow vegetable seeds, or set out plants. The temperature best
fitted for the germination of seeds of the leading kinds will be best understood by the
tabular form given below.

Vegetable seeds that may be sown in this latitude, Vegetable seeds that may be sown in the open
from the middle of March to the end of April, ther- | ground, in this latitude, from the middle of May to
mometer in the shade, averaging 45 degrees. the middle of June, thermometer in the shade ayer-

Beet, Lettuce, aging 60 degrees.

Carrot, Parsley, Lima Beans, Water Melon,
Cress, Parsnip, Bush Beans, Squash,
Celery, Ouions, Cranberry Pole Beans, Pumpkin,
Cabbage, Peas, Scarlet Runner Beans, Tomato,
Cauliflower, Radish, Sweet Corn, Nasturtium,
Endive, Turnip, Musk Melon, Okra

Kale, Spinach. Cucumber.

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anoral fist of Select Pegatable Jods.

HN HE whole of the seeds enumerated in thé following list have been selected with
N the greatest care from the most reliable sources, both in this country and in
Europe.

Our seed is invariably tested, and nothing is sent out but what we know will ger-
minate and prove true to name and description. We have endeavored to choose only
the best varieties, and such as will give universal satisfaction; but all other known
varieties can be supplied when required.

ARTICHOKE.
German, Artischoke.——French, Artichaut.—Spanish, Alcachofa.

Sow in April, in rich soil, and transplant the following Spring to permanent beds,
in rows (or hills) three feet apart, and two feet between the plants. The plantation the
first season will only give a partial crop, but as it is a perennial, after being once
planted, the bed will remain in bearing for years. It requires a deep rich loam, and
should be protected in Winter by a covering of leaves or coarse manure.

Large Globe, best for general culture ..-...--.-.----...--- Per pkt.-10c. Per.oz-.50c.

_ ASPARAGUS.
German, Spargel.—French, Asperge-—Spanish, Esparragos.

Sow early in Spring, as soon as the ground will admit of working, in rows, a foot
apart. Keep carefully hoed, and clear from weeds, and the plants will be in condition
to set out the succeeding Spring. The soil for the permanent beds should be thoroughly
manured, and trenched to a depth of at least two feet. Plant in rows, three feet apart,
and one foot between the plants in the raws; spread the roots well out, and let the
crown of the plant be covered about six or eight inches when established. Previous to
sowing the seeds, soak in tepid water for twenty-four hours.

For further information regarding culture of Asparagus, see “ Gardening for Profit.”

Per oz. 44 lb. Lb.

Large Purple Top or Giant ...........-.-..-..---22------ eee ee 10c. 25ce. 75c.
Colossal Conovien sissies ee eee ee een eee ene Se nnione. 30c. $100 $3 00
— Van Sicklen’s. A greatly improved variety, of large size,

tender, productive, and of excellent quality-........-.-- 100 300 10 00

ie We have purchased the entire stock of seeds and roots of Colossal Asparagus from Abra-
ham Van Sicklen, of Jamaica, L. [., whom we personally know to grow a pure stock of this
variety. He was the first that discovered its great superiority over the common sort, which for
the past three years he has entirely rejected. One bunch of this Asparagus, numbering only
twenty stalks, weighed ten pounds, and was sold by Mr. Van Sicklen in May of 1871, in New
York, for $5.00.

Coiossal Asparagus (Van Sicklen). Strong two year old

TOOtSHILE 24 SASS 1s Ween PSE Sen aes hoe $3 00 per 100. $20 per 1,000
——— One: year Old roots aise ce-s os osensiccecceclemecccise ee 2 00 15 ss
Giant Asparagus. Two year old roots...-...........----- 1 00 & 8 &

BEANS—ENGLISH or BROAD.
German, Gartenbohne.—F rench, Feve de Marais.—Spanish, Haba.

This class is very hardy, and should be planted as soon as the soil is in good state
in Spring. Plant four inches apart and two inches deep, in drills four feet asunder. To
insure well-filled pods, pinch off the tops as soon as the lower pods begin to set.

Per pt. Per qt.
Early Mazagan. Very early and hardy, and bears freely.------. 20c. 40c.
Broad Windsor. Best for general use..............-----+------- 20¢e. 40c.
Sword Long Pod. An excellent variety..............----------- 20c. 40c.

Beck’s Gem. Dwarf and very prolific.........-....--2-.0--+-+-- 40c. 75¢.

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’8 CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

BEANS, DWARF or BUSH.
German, Bohne.—French, Haricot.—Spanish, Frijorenano.

A succession of sowings can be made from the first week in May until September.
Plant in drills about two inches deep, and from eighteen inches to two feet apart,
according to the richness of the soil; the poorer the soil the closer they can be planted ;
the plants should be about three inches apart.

Per qt. Peck. Bush.

Barly Valentine. Early, productive, tender, succulent, and of

excellent flavor; continues longer in the green state than

most of the varieties 30c. $1 50 $6 00
Early China. Rather earlier than the preceding, but not quite so

productive; of good quality 30c. 1 50 6 00
Early Mohawk. This variety is the most suitable for northern -

latitudes, as it is less susceptible of injury from cold than

most of the others; very productive, and of good quality.. 30c. 1 50 6 00
Early Yellow Six-Weeks. Early ent prolific; an excellent

variety for general crop 30c. 1°50 6°00
Barly Rachel. One of the earliest; very productive 30c. 1 50 6 00
Early Feejee. A new variety from ‘the Feejee Islands, said to ine

the earliest of all beans, and very prolific 40c. 2 00 7 00
Refugee, or Thousand to One. Very productive, though not

early ; young pods extremely tender, and of fine ‘flavor ;

extensively grown for pickling 30c. 1 50 6 00
Newington Wonder. A wonderfully productive sort, pods very

crisp and tender; a valuable variety for forcing 30c. 1 50 6 00
Large White Kidney.’ Excellent as ashell bean, green or ripe ;

seeds of large size; pure white, tender and delicate 20e. 1 50 5 00
White Marrowfat. Extensively grown for sale in the dry state;

of average quality as a string bean, but excellent shelled,

either green or dried 30c. 1 50 6 00
Turtle Soup. The young pods are tender, and of superior quality;

it derives its name from some fancied resemblance that soup

made from the ripe beans has to that made from the green

turtle 30c.
Black Wax. The pods, when rine, are of a waxy yellow, trans-

parent, very tender and delicious; an excellent variety.... 40c.

BEANS—POLE or RUNNING.
German, Stungen Bohne.—Fr

These are more tender, and require rather more care and culture than the Bush
Beans; they succeed best in sandy loam, which should be liberally enriched with short
manure in the hills, which are formed, according to the variety, from three to four feet
apart; from five to six seeds are planted in each hill, about two inches deep.

Per qt. Peck. Bush.

Large Lima. This is esteemed the best of all the pole beans, and

is almost universally grown, both for market and for private

50c. $3 50 $12 00

Dutch Case Knife. A very productive variety, and one of the 1

earliest ; sometimes used as ‘“‘ snaps,” but generally shelled ;

it is of excellent flavor 40ce, 50
Horticultural, or Speckled Cranberry. A popular variety for

private use; equally serviceable in the green state, or when

sbelled 40c. 2 50
Scarlet Runner. A great favorite in European gardens, both as

an ornamental plant, and a useful vegetable. It grows to the

height of ten feet, producing dazzling scarlet flowers from

JInlystorOctober ses ces osc sce cic=s~ See eer eee ee emcee eeisces
Giant Wax. A new variety; pods from six to nine inches long,

clear waxy yellow, thick and fleshy, very productive ; when

cooked, tender and delicious. Per packet, Jicts....---------
Indian Chief, or Algerian Wax. One of the best varieties, either

for snaps or shelled in the green state; its tender, succulent

and richly colored pods are much esteemed ; they are pro-

duced in great abundance, and continue fit’ for use longer

than most varieties
Concord. This is one of the earliest of the running sorts; asa

shelled bean, green or ripe, it is one of the best

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’s CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

BEET.
German, Runkle Riibe.—French, Betterave-—Spanish, Betteraga.

The soil which is best suited for the culture of the Beet, is that which is rather
light than otherwise, always provided that it is thoronghly enriched by manure. For
an early supply, sow in Spring, as soon as the ground becomes fit to. work, in drills about
one foot apart and two inches deep. For main crop, sow the first week in May, and for
Winter use, sow in June. When the plants have attained three or four leaves, thin out,
so that they may stand eight or nine inches apart. Keep free from weeds by hand-
weeding and hoeing. In October the roots may be taken up and stored, care being taken
that they are not bruised or injured in the process.

, Peroz. Ib. Lb.

Egyptian Turnip. This excellent variety has proved to be a most
valuable acquisition. Its merits consist in its great earliness,
being equal to the Bassano in this respect, but having the
advantage over that variety in having small and upright
leaves, allowing it to be grown nearly twice as close together.
In color, it is a rich deep crimson

Dewings’ Improved Blood Turnip. Roots deep blood red, of fine
torm and flavor. Very early; an excellent market variety~

Barly Flat Bassano. Chiefly valuable for its earliness

Early Blood Turnip. The staudard early sort; an excellent variety

Early Yellow Turnip, or Orange. Somewhat similar to the Blood
Turnip, but differing in color, flesh-yellow, tender and sweet-

Long Smooth Blood Red. An excellent late variety, a great im-
provement on the common Long Blood.....-----.---------

Pineapple. A highly esteemed variety, of rich deep crimson color,
nearly equal in earliness to Short Top Ronnd

Carter’s St. Osyth. A new English variety of fine quality, very
deep red

Nutting’s Selected. Dwarf, dark crimson; excellent, and of fine
flavor

Dell’s Crimson. A new, very handsome variety of deep red color
and excellent flavor; foliage very ornamental

Swiss Chard, Silver or Sea-Kale Beet. This variety is cultivated
solely for its leaves. The mid-rib is stewed aid served as
Asparagus, the other portions of the leaf being used as Spin-
ach. If often cut, new and more tender leaves will be re-
produced : 40c. $1 50

Varieties grown for Feeding Stock. (Sow in April and May—6 to 8 pounds per acre.
i Peroz. %lb. Lb.

White Sugar Beet. Attains a large size, and is extensively grown

for feeding; largely cultivated in France for the manufacture

Oi SOOO. Coos odessa docs endoce Seocose soceas oboe nbc cnsocs OS ; Daechaxes
Long Red Mangel Wurzel. This variety is more generally grown

for agricultural purposes than any other, producing roots of —-

large size and excellent quality 2 eos
Yellow Globe Mangel Wurzel. Roots of large size and globular

form; very productive ; keeps better than the Long Red, and

is better adapted for growing in shallow soils : OCs

BROCCOLI.
German, Brocoli, Spargel-kohl.—Freneh, Chou Brocoli.—Spanish, Broculi.

Nearly allied to the Cauliflower, but more hardy and surer to head; the seed should
be sown in this district in the early part of May, and transplanted in June; farther
south the sowing should be delayed until June or July, and the transplanting accord-
ingly, from August to October. In parts of the country where the thermometer does
not fall below 20 or 25 degrees, Broccoli may be had in perfection from November until
March. It succeeds best in a moist and rather cool atmosphere.

Per pkt. b 14 Ib.
White Cape. Heads medium size, close, compact, and of a creamy
white color; one of the most certain to head 10e. . $2 50
Purple Cape. Differing from the preceding in color, which is of a
greenish purple; it is also rather hardier, but similar in
other respects 10e. . 250
Wailcheren. A valuable variety, with very large, firm heads..... 10c. . 250

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

BORECOLE, or KALE.
German, Bliitter Kohl.—French, Chou Vert.—Spanish, Breton.

Borecole or Kale, may be grown in almost any soil, but the richer it is the more
abundant the produce. Sow from the middle of April to beginning of May in prepared
beds, covering the seeds thinly and evenly; transplant in June, and treat in the same
manner as forcabbage. Of all the cabbage tribe this is the most tender and delicate,
and would be much more extensively grown than it is if its excellent qualities were gen-
erally known. The varietiesare all extremely hardy, and are best when touched by frost

Peroz 3% Ib. Lb.
Dwarf Curled Kale, German Greens, or “Sprouts.” This variety
is extensively grown as Winter greens, sown in the month of
September, in rows one foot apart, and treated in every way

as Spinach; it is ready for use in early Spring : 50c. $1 50
Green Curled Scotch. A rather dwarf variety, growing about
eighteen inches in height, but spreading under good cultiva-
tion to three feet in diameter; leaves of a bright green,

beautifully curled 15c. 50ce. 1 50
Cottager’s Kale. A valuable variety, of excellent flavor, and an
immense cropper; grows about afoot in height; leaves rich

green, curled and feathered to the ground 20¢. 60c. 2 00
Variegated Triple Curled. Leaves beautifully curled and varie-
gated; an excellent vegetable, and exceedingly orna-

MeN bale ys ea so Sa ees see sane ac erect ee Per pkt. 10c. Per oz. 75c.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS.
German Kopfkohl, Griiner.—French, Chou de Brucelles.

This is one of the best vegetables for Winter use, producing from the axils of the
leaves an abundance of sprouts, resembling small cabbages, of excellent mild flavor.
It has never come into general use in this country, probably owing to its being too ten-
der to stand the Winters of the Northern States; still, by sowing in April or May, and
planting out in July, it may be had in fine condition until December, and in the South-
ern States, may be had in use from November to March.

») eiglbseelb:
Brussels Sprouts. French seed, very fine : 75c. $2 50

—— Roseberry. A variety producing compact sprouts of ex-
cellent quality 25e. 75c. 2 50

CABBAGE.
German, Kopfkohl.—French, Chou Pomme.—Spanish, Repollo.

The early varieties of Cabbage are cultivated more extensively than any other vege-
table. In latitudes where the thermometer never indicates 20 degrees below the
freezing point, seed may be sown in the open border in October, and planted out on the
first opening of Spring; but in our Northern States, they must either be sown in hot-beds
in February, or, what is still better, wintered over in cold frames; for this purpose the
seed is sown from the 10th to the 20th of September. Attention to date is important;
if too soon, the plants might run to seed, and if too late, they would be too small. In
four or five weeks from the time of sowing, they will be fit to transplant into the cold
frames. In planting, it is very important with cabbage or cauliflower, that the plant
is set down to the first leaf, so that the stem is all under ground, for, if exposed, it will
be split by the action of the frost, and will be injured in consequence. The plants are
usally set out from the middle of March to the middle of April, in rows about two feet
apart, and eighteen inches between the plantsin rows. The late varieties are usually
sown in the early part of May, and the plants set out in July, at distances of three feet
between the rows, and two feet between the plants.

Per oz. 3 Ib. Lb.

Early Jersey Wakefield. This variety is grown almost to the

exclusion of all other kinds by the leading market gardeners

in the vicinity of New York; it is also extensively grown

in all parts of the county, as the best and most protitable
early variety in cultivation $1 00 $3 00 $10 00
Harly York. A well-known favorite variet 1 50
Large Harly York. Larger and later than the preceding 1 50
Barly Ox-Heart. A favorite market variety 3 00
Early Winningstadt. An excellent sort; heads of large size 3 00

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Borecole or Kale.
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Brussels Sprouts.
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Flat Dutch Cabbage.
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48 PETER HENDERSON & CO.S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

CABBAGE —Continued.
Peroz. % lb. Lb.

Early Battersea. <A second early variety of fine quality..-..- e-oee) 0 30"$1 00 $3.00
Large Harly Schweinfurt. ‘The largest early variety; fine for .
Sumnienand Halls use. -ssssscse eee eee orn eee eee eee eee 075 250 8 00
Harly Wyman. A valuable early market variety ; heads of large
size and fine quality. Per pkt., 25cts ..-.-.----------- ahh aoe 150 600 2000
Atkins’ Matchless. Very dwarf and compact; excellent for small
PALM CNS Ae cate ese ee eae aE emnic et: eae se SOs O0 3 00
Large Late Drumhead. Grows to a large size, with round, com-
pactsheads.. 2. - sheen Sao eee meen tsi 20 0m 200 3 00
Large Bergen. One of the latest; heads of large size and fine
quallityzs. - loo. take 2s ae acs es ee eee 030 1 00 3 00
Premium Fiat Dutch. A popular and much esteemed variety,
tender, audof superior qtalitygseeece- sec ee re eee 030 1 00 3 00
Stone Mason. An improved variety of the Mason Drumhead, of
sweet andetender quallity2- eee eee eee nei oe la aeel 040 1 25 4 00

Marblehead Mammoth Drumhead. The largest of all cabbages ;

heads have been growu weighing sixty pounds. fer

Mackets2oCe- = =. -er asco eee ee eee Sere ene eee seria 100 300 10 00
Fottler’s Improved Brunswick. An excellent second early and

late variety, producing heads of large size and fine quality. 075 2 50 8 00

Red Dutch. Used almost exclusively for pickling.......-------- 030 100 3 00
Savoy Cabbage, Drumhead (American). The largest heading sort,

of excelloutciavot.=aa.cas 422 coce tems see coer ees Adc. 1 2 4 00

— Drumhead (Imported) 5. 55-5... s-- ease ia == 30c. 1 00 3 00
— Green Globe. Smuller than the above, heads quickly, of

PR CHAD, Se ccaaasnoes boon sooUsouUpE SSooEpauoceeane 30c. 1 00 3 00

—— Early Dwarf Ulm. A superior dwarf variety, of fine flavor 40c. 1 25 4 00

COUVE TRONCHUDA or SEA-KALE CABBAGE.

Per. pkt. Oz. 44 Ib.
A delicious vegetable, of sweet and delicate flavor, the leaf-
stalks forming a substitute for Sea-IKale. Sow early, and trans-
plantiinto rowsitwo feet apart..---. .22+--2o-cceer- --.sseeeeerere lic. 5c. $2 50

CARDOON, %
German, Kardon.—French, Cardon.—Spanish, Cardo Hortense.

Cardoon is grown for the mid-rib of the leaf, which requires to be blanched in the
same manner as Celery. Sow early in Spring, where the plants are to remain in drills
three feet apart, an inch and a half deep, and thin out the young plants to a foot apart
in the drills.

Peroz. 1% Ib. Lb.
Large’ Spanish oo. .222o2 secs sess oes eee ee eae aD UC on po OO Lamm OR OO,

CARROT.
German, Mohre.—French, Carotte.—Spanish, Zanahoria.

The Carrot, like all other root crops, delights in a sandy loam, deeply tilled. For
early crops sow in Spring, as soon as the ground is in fair working order; for later crops
they may be sown any time until the middle of June. Sow in rows about fifteen inches
apart, thinning out to three or four inches between the plants.

Per oz. 14 Ib. Lb.
Harly French Forcing. The earliest variety ; valuable for forcing ;

roosmall zandiot- tne, Llavorss- eee se) eee ee eee en 20c... 60c. $2 00
Early Horn. An old and favorite sort, much esteemed for early

Summersnse 2oe5 hee ee oe 15¢. 50c. 1 50
Half Long Red. A variety intermediate in size and period of ma- ;

turity, between the preceding and Long Orange....-------- 15e. 50e. 1 50
Long Orange. Roots of large size, equally adapted for garden cr .

farm” culttreiee con eee so eie 2 ls See ee eel OC? 50c. ~-150
Altringham. Large and fine flavored; an excellent sort.-.------- lic. 50c. 1 50

Large White Belgian. A very productive kind, grown almost ex-
clusively for stock; grows one-third out of the ground ; lower

part of the root white, that above ground greeu...-....------ 10c. 30c. 1 00
Yellow Belgian. When young, the roots are mild, delicate, and
of good flavor ; when full grown, valuable for stock......-.- 5c. 50c. 1 50

see S|

PETER HENDERSON & CO’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

Egyptian Turnip Beet. Long Orange Carrot.
Page 45. Page 48.

Fottler’s Brunswick Cabbage. Early Horn Carrot,
Page 48. Page 48, é

is Cauliflower.
Page 52.

Early Par

Drumhead Savoy.

Page 48.

Dwarf White Celery.

ket Celery.
Page 51.

Boston Mar

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PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

CELERY,
German, Seleri.-—French, Celeri.—Spanish, Apio.

Our manner of treating the Celery crop of late years is very much simplified.
Instead of sowing the seed in a hot-bed or cold frame, as formerly, it is sown in the open
ground as soon as it is fit to work in April, and kept carefully clear of weeds until the
time of planting in June and July. The tops are shorn off once or twice before planting,
so as to insure “stocky ” plants, which suffer less on being transplanted.

After the ground has been nicely prepared, lines are struck out on the level surface,
three feet apart, and the plants set six inches apartin therows. If the weather is dry at the
time of planting, great care should be taken that the roots are properly “firmed.” Our
custom is, to turn back on the row, and press by the side of each plant gently with the
foot. This compacts the soil, and partially excludes the air from the root until new
rootlets are formed, which will usually bein forty-eight hours, after which all danger is over.
This practice of pressing the soil closely around the roots is essential in planting of all
kinds, and millions of plants are annually destroyed by its omission. After the planting
of the Celery is completed, nothing further is to be done for six or seven weeks, except
running through between the rows with the cultivator or hoe, and freeing the plants of
weeds until they get strong enough to crowd them down. This will bring us to about
the middle of August, by which time we have usually that moist and cool atmosphere
essential to the growth of Celery. Then we begin the “earthing up,” necessary for
blanching or whitening that which is wanted for use during the months of September,
October and November. ‘The first operation is that of ‘ handling,” as we term it, that
is, after the soil has been drawn up against the plant with the hoe, it is further drawn
close around each plant by the hand, firm enough to keep the leaves in an upright posi-
tion, and prevent them from spreading. This being done, more soil is drawn against the
row (either by the plow or hoe, as circumstances require), so as to keep the plant in this
upright position. The blanching process must, however, be finished by the spade, which
is doue by digging the soil from between the rows, and banking it up clear to the top on
each side of the row of Celery. Three feet is ample distance between the dwarf varieties,
but when large sorts are used, the width of the rows must be at least four and a half or
five feet.

Peroz. Ib. Lb.

Henderson’s Dwarf White. Our favorite market variety, of close

habit, solid, crisp, and tender 50c. $150 $5 00
Incomparable Dwarf White. An excellent dwarf variety, very

solid and crisp .. 225°, 4 00
White Solid. Of large size, solid and crisp we 100) F300
Seymour’s Superb White. One of the best of the large growing

varieties 6 tl Bs. OW)
Boston Market. A dwarf-growing, white variety, of excellent

quality. A favorite with Boston market gardeners . 150 500
Hood’s Dwarf Red. An excellent dwarf variety, solid, crisp, and

juicy . 125 400
Leviathan. White, very large and solid, of fine flavor ; . 150 500
Carter’s Dwarf Crimson. Very dwarf and solid, of fine dark

crimson color and superior flavor . 150 500

CELERIAC, or TURNIP-ROOTED CELERY.
French, Celerié-rave.—German, Knot Sellerie.

A variety of Celery, having turnip-shaped roots, which may be cooked and sliced,
and used with vinegar, making a most excellent salad. It is more hardy, and may
be treated in the same manner as Celery.

30c. Per+1b

CHICORY.

Large Rooted. Used to mix with, or as a substitute for coffee. Cultivation same as
the Carrot. ;

5¢, e 30c.

COLEWORT, or COLLARDS.
French, Chou—German, Bléitter Kohl.

SOME for succession from June to August, and treat as Cabbage, in rows one foot
apart.

20¢. 60c.

PETER HENDERSON & CO’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

CAULIFLOWER.
German, Blumen Kohl.—French, Choufleur.—Spanish, Coliflor.

Any soil that will grow early Cabbages will grow Cauliflower, as their requirements
are almost similar; but as the product is more valuable, extra manuring and preparation
of the soil will be well repaid.

The seeds may be sown in September, and wintered over in the same manner as
described for early Cabbage. Where this is not practicable, it may be had nearly as
well by sowing the seeds in the hot-bed in January or February, and transplanting the
plants at two or three inches apart in boxes, or in the soil of another hot-bed, until such
time as they are safe to be planted in the open ground, which, in this latitude, is
usually from the 15th of March to the 10th of Aprii. If properly hardened off they are
seldom injured by being planted out too early.

Per. pkt. Per. 02.

Extra Harly Paris. A well-known excellent variety, one of the

earllesti sso seen a ee a ee ee: 25e. $1 50
Half Early Paris. Useful for succession, one of the best Be. 1 50
Early Dwarf Erfurt. A favorite early market variety ; large com-

pact heads of fine quality de. 2 00
Extra Early Dwarf Erfurt. Very dwarf, compact and early, and

of superior quality ; one of the surest to head :
Early London. An excellent and very early variety Oe. U0 75
Lenormands’. A large, late variety, with well formed heads of su-

perior quality ; 2 00
Autumn Giant. A new and valuable late variety, distinct from

all other sorts. The leaves are long and tapering; habit of

the plant robust, but very upright and compact. The heads

are beautifully white, large, firm and compact
Walcheren. An old and favorite variety

CHERVIL.
German, Garienkerbel.—F rench, Cerfeuil.
An aromatic sweet herb. The young leaves are used in soups and salads.

thinly in May, in drills half an inch deep, one foot apart.
Per + lb 60c. Per lb

CHERVIL (Tuberous-Rooted).
(Cherophyllum bulbosum).

This vegetable resembles in shape a small Carrot, and has a pleasant, nutty flavor.
The seeds should be sown about October, in good soil, and will vegetate in Spring, and
be ready for use by the following August or September.

25c. r 75¢c.

CRESS, or PEPPERGRASS.

German, Areese.—French, Cresson.—Spanish, Mastruco.

A well-known pungent salad. Requires to be sown thickly, and covered very
slightly. Sow at frequent intervals, to keep up a succession, as it soon runs to seed.
Per oz. 44 Ib. Lb.
Extra Curled. Very fine; may be cut two or three times 25c. $0 75
Common, or Broad-leaved. Very useful ue eoCs ONG
Australian Cress, Fine, piquant flavor : 50c. 1 50

CRESS (Water).
German, Brunnenkresse.—French, Cresson de Fontane.—Spanish, Berro.

This is a well-known hardy perennial aquatic plant, growing abundantly along the
margins of running streams, ditches and ponds, and sold in immense quantities in our
markets in Spring. Where it does not grow naturally, it is easily introduced by plant-
ing along the margins of ponds or streams, where it increases, both by spreading of
the roots and by seeding. It has a particularly pleasant, pungent taste, agreeable to
most people.

10c. 50c. Per. 41b $5 00.

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PETER HENDERSON & CO.’8 CATALOGUE OF SHEDS. 53

CORN SALAD, or FETTICUS.

German, Lammersalat.—French, Mache.—Spanish, Canonigos.

A vegetable used .as a salad, and sold to a considerable extent in our markets. It
is sown on the first opening of Spring, in rows one foot apart, and is fit for use in six
or eight weeks from time of sowing. If wanted to come in early in Spring, it is sown
in September, covered up with straw or hay, as soon as cold weather sets in, and is win-
tered over exactly as Spinach.

PReriozessnse eye 15¢.,) Per #1b=-.-<. 2-22: 40c. Per lb.......----- $1 25

CORN.
German, Welschkorn.—F rench, Mais.—Spanish, Maiz.

The varieties of Sweet Corn may be either sown in rows four and a half feet apart,
and the seeds planted at about eight inches in the rows, or planted in hills at distances
of three or four feet each way, according to the variety grown, or the richness of the
soil in which it is planted. The taller the variety or richer the soil, the greater should
be the distance apart. We make our first plantings in this vicinity about the middle
of May, and continue successive plantings every two or three weeks, until the first week
in July. In more southerly latitudes, planting is begun a month earlier, and continued
a month later.

Per qt. Peck. Bush.
Early Narragansett. The earliest of the sweet varieties; ears

small, tender, and of excellent quality......--.------------- 40c. $2 00 $6 00
Crosby’s Early Sugar. An excellent early variety, a favorite in

they Bostontmiarketai essa = sash ois dak Coe cee es Wee ee 40c. 200 6 00
Brill’s Barly Dwarf Sugar. A valuable variety for family use,

being early, tender, sweet and productive.-.--.------------ 40c. 200 600
Darling’s Barly Sugar. One of the best varieties for early use,

cenderjandiisweetijs cis ooo se oat boinc eet <iow acne 30c. 175 5 00
Harly Hight-Rowed Sweet. A fine early variety, with long ears,

tender andiwell-flavoredisessthae one uo eee eee a ecte eee cece 30c. 175 5 00

Moore’s Early Concord. Described as being the best of all varie-
ties; ears large and well filled; early, and unsurpassed for

richness and delicacy of flavor. Per pkt. 25c...-...-------- 0 75
Stowell’s Evergreen. A late variety of excellent quality, remain-

ing longer in the green state than any other kind_......... 30c. 175 600
Asylum Sweet. A large, late variety, very productive, and of good

Qa Lity sss Se eR EIS ey A Bela Uey Uneee eas eked: UR OR EY AOes TC QNOOM = GHO0
Burr’s Mammoth. A late variety, and one of the largest; produc-

tive and fine-flavored...... ...-..-.-.-..---.--------------- 40¢c. 200 600

VARIETIES FOR FIELD CULTURE.
Doz. Ears. Hun. Ears.
Sanford Premium. A new and excellent white variety, early and

WOSs JORMA HK TES605 cudE ano oeobOES boOd God Se00 cose Geen deus 50c. $4 00
Early Yellow Canada. A well-known early variety............. 50c. 3 00
Early King Philip. Early and productive.................-..-.- 50e. 4 00
Harly Dutton, A handsome variety of excellent quality.......... 50e. 4 00
Large Yellow Flint. Productive, and of good quality............ 50c. 4 00
Large White Flint. Similar to the preceding, except in color. .... 50e. 4 00
White Pop Corn. For parching...-...........--.--....-....---- Per bushel, 2 50

CUCUMBER—FRAME or FORCING.

Sow in small pots from middle of January, in a hot-bed or hot-house. When
grown to three leaves, plant out in a previously-prepared hill of loose, rich soil, in the
centre of the sash. Keep a temperature of 65 degrees at night, to 75 or 80 degrees
with sun-heat. The following selection includes all the leading English varieties :

Berkshire Champion. Cuthill’s Black Spine.

Carter’s Champion. Invincible.
Improved Sion House. Master’s Prolific.
Dales’s Conqueror. Long Gun.

Prince Albert.
Munroe’s Rabley.

Lord Kenyon’s Favorite.

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54 PETER HENDERSON & CO.’s CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

CUCUMBER.
German, Gurke.—French, Concombre.—Spanish, Cohombro.

Cucumbers succeed best in warm, moist, rich, loamy ground. They should not be
planted in the open air until there is a prospect of settled, warm weather. Plant in
hills about four foot apart each way. The hills should be previously prepared by mix-
ing thoroughly with the soil, in each a shovelful of well-rotted manure. When all dan-
ger from insects is past, thin out the plants, leaving three or four of the strongest to
each hill. The fruit should be plucked when large enough, whether required for use or
not, as, if left to ripen on the vines, it destroys their productiveness.

Peroz. 1% |b. Lb.
Early White Spine. A favorite market variety, of medium size,
deep green, flesh crisp, and of fine flavor....-..........---- 15c. $0 40 $1 25
Early Frame. An old and popular variety, of medium size, straight ;
and handsome ; excellent for pickles when youngand small.. lic. 040 1 2
Early Cluster. A much-esteemed, early sort, growing in clusters,

and extremely productive s22 22 ase see een soos oes des eee oe 5c. 040° 1°25
Early Russian. The earliest variety; fruit produced in pairs;

small, "hardy, and:productive.=- 2a. anaec ees cise eS 20c. 060 200
Long Green. A fine long fruit of excellent quality, dark green,

firmiandtcrisp $32 22323 so Aas oso eee eas ee ee eee BQO CHE ORS OR a5 0
Short Green, or Gherkin. Similar to Early Frame; good for

Pickling 2 oe ope eine sete sla- Soe eee eee epee atte l5e. -040 1 25
Small Gherkin, or Burr. Used only for pickles......--.. Peek ok 30c. 100. 300

DANDELION.

German, Pardeblume.—French, Pisse-en-lit—Spanish, Amargon.

The Dandelion resembles Endive, and is sometimes cultivated for Spring greens, or

for blanching for salad. The roots, when dried and roasted, are often employed as a

substitute for coffee. The seed should be sown in May or June, in drills half an inch
deep, and twelve inches apart. The plants will be ready for use the following Spring.

Dandelion,;Common'=: sare oseiseo seen eee er pKteaeriL UG mp ergOZe see 40Cs

—— Improved Large-Leaved..............--..----- CEE sen OCs eer) Matt)

EGG PLANT.
German, Cierpflanze.—French, Aubergine.—Spanish, Berengena.

The Egg Plant will thrive well in any good garden soil, but will repay good treatment.
The seed should be sown in hot-beds the first week in April, care being taken to protect
the young plants from cold at night. Plant out about June 1st, about two and a half
feet apart. If no hot-bed is at hand, sufficient plants may be raised for a small garden
by sowing a few seeds in common flower-pots or boxes in the house.

. Per oz. 34 1b. Lb.
New York Improved. The leading market variety; excellent
and very productive-..---..------.-- Wee Se eee eee ee Ls $0 75 $250 $8 00
Early Long Purple. Differing in shape from the foregoing, early,
hardy, andproductive:.- ~~... .-e-enseeese eee cers ecese=ae 040 125 4 00

Black Pekin. The fruit of this handsome variety is jet black,
‘round in form, and very solid; it is quite early, and a very
SUPCLIOL Varleby. «hen, packet, 2oC sess eee eee oa sera aioe 100 300 10 00
New Long White. A highly ornamental variety, of excellent flavor 0 7 250 8 00
Striped Guadaloupe. Fruit white, variegated with purple; very
ormmamental 2 2.3. scccas sce seoee aoe see ee eieenoe 075 250 800
Scarlet Fruited. A highly ornamental variety. Per packet, 10c.. 1 00

ENDIVE.
German, Hndivien.—French, Chicorée.—Spanish, Lndivia.

Endive is one of the best salads fur Fall and Winter use. Sow for an early supply
about the middle of April. As it is used mostly in the Fall months, the main sowings
are made in June and July, from which plantations are formed at one foot apart each
way, in August and September. It requires no special soil or manure, and after plant-
ing is kept clear of weeds until the plant has attained its full size, when the process of
blanching begins. This is effected by gathering up the leaves and tying them by their
tips in a conical form, with bass matting. This excludes the light and air, which, in the
course of three to six weeks, according to the temperature at the time, become blanched.
Another and simpler method consists in covering up the plants, as they grow, with
slates or boards, which serves the same purpose, by excluding the light, as the tying up.

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

ENDIVE— Continued.
Perjioz. 2

\% Ib. Lb
Green Curled. Very hardy; leaves dark green, tender and crisp. 25c. $0

White Curled. Leaves pale green; should be used when young.. 30c. 1

French Moss Curled. A beautiful curled variety, of fine quality 40c. 1
Broad-Leaved Batavian. Chiefly used in soups and stews ; requires

to be tied up for blanching 30c. 1 00

75
00
25

GARLIC.
German, Knoblauch.—French, Ail.—Spanish, Ajo.

Used for flavoring soups, stews, and other dishes. Garlic thrives best in a light,
well-enriched soil ; the sets should be planted in early Spring, in rows one foot apart,
and from one to five inches between the plants in the rows. The crop matures in
August, when it is harvested like the Onion.

GrarliceS ots aus ices sac ec ciee ins ciscisios + = sis ejnteteasie ate ersinndetaiseSeiemterswleen Os, BO.-40

KOHLRABI.
German. Kohlrabi.—F rench, Chou-rave.—Spanish, Col de nabe.

A vegetable intermediate between the Cabbage and the Turnip. It is best cultivated
by sowing the seed in rows in May, June, and July, according to latitude. In this
district we sow through June, for succession, in rows eighteen inches apart, thinning
out to eight inches between the plants. It is rather difficult to transplant, and it is

‘ generally preferable to sow the whole crop from seed, and thin it out where it stands;
although, when the weather is favorable. the thinnings may be planted at the distances
‘ above named.

Per oz. % Ib. Lb.
Early White Vienna. Flesh white and tender; the best market
sort, excellent for table use . $100 $300
Early Purple Vienna. Differing from the above in color, which is
of a blueish-purple 25c. 075 250
Large White or Green. Good variety for stock 20c. 075 2 50

LEEK.
German, Lauch.—French, Poireau.—Spanish, Puerro.

The Leek is very hardy, and easily cultivated ; it succeeds best in a light, but well-
enriched soil. Sow as early in Spring as practicable, in drills one inch deep and one
foot apart. When six or eight inches high, they may be transplanted in rows ten inches
apart each way, as deep as possible, that the neck, being covered, may be blanched. If
fine Leeks are desired, the ground can hardly be made too rich.

i Peroz. 14 Ib. Lb.
Large London Flag. A very useful variety....--....-.----.----- 30c. $1.00 $3 00
Large American Flag. A favorite market variety of strong growth 40c. 125 4 00
Musselburgh. Grows to a large size 40c. 125 4 00
Large Rouen. A large and excellent variety..---..----..-------- 40c. 125 4 00

LETTUCE.
German, Lattich.—French, Laitue.—Spanish, Lechuga.

The cultivation of Lettuce is universal by all classes, and from its tractable nature
and freedom from nearly all insects and diseases, it is manageable in the hands of every
one. For main early crop, seed may be sown in the open ground, middle of September,
and transplanted to cold frames as soon as large enough to handle, being wintered over
in the same manner as early Cabbage. In dry, well-sheltered spots, by covering up
with leaves or litter late in the season, Lettuce plants may be saved over Winter with-
out glass covering, and in southern parts of the country without difficulty. The plants
for setting out in Spring are also sown in cold frames in February, and in hot-beds in
March, and by careful covering up at night, make plants to set out in April; but these
are never so good as those wintered over. For succession crops, sowings may be made
in the open ground as early as Spring opens, until July.

Per oz. \% lb. Lb.
Harly Curled Simpson. This variety, properly speaking, does not
head, but forms a compact, close mass of leaves, the earliest

and leading market sort 40c. $125 $4 00
Early Curled Silesia. Closely resembles the above; a valuable

early kind . 100 300

ty

56 PETER HENDERSON & CO.’8 CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

LETTUCE—Continued.

Per oz. 3 Ib. Lb.

Tennis Ball. Forms a close, hard head, with few outer leaves, a

favorite forcing Warictyn-==- sss eee = -niceeeees-eee ee 40c. $125 $4 00
Black-Seeded Butter. Similar to Tennis Ball, but larger in all its

parts ; used extensively as an out-door variety...--...----- 40c. 125 400
Hardy Green Winter. One of the best Winter varieties, very hardy, :

and formsia:solid head==2 2. 2sjs- senor eee ele eee eee 30c. 100 3 00
Large India. Withstands Summer heat better than most kinds;

forms an immeénseiisolid Jheadit. {\ss822./-52-2225 625. -cestssee) 400)" 1257 4°00
Large White Summer Cabbage. Excellent for Summer; heads

of good size, close and well formed........-.......---.----- 40c. 1 2 4 00
Drumhead, or Malta. Heads very large, crisp, tender, and of good

flavor; one of the best Summer varieties...--.....--.------ 30c:), 1200 2-73 °00
Boston Curled. A variety of superior quality, very symmetrical

and ornamental in growth....-------.------------+------- 40c. 125 4 00
Perpignan. A German variety, stands Summer heat well, and does

Notmunrquickly to wsced'see. =. eh eee eee se eee eee cee aces 40ce. 125 4 00
Victoria. Black seeded; a very superior variety; stands the

Summeriwiellie sass ser eee ee ee eee eee nee eee ret 30e. 100 300
Brown Dutch. Very hardy; one of the best for Winter use------ 40c. 1256 400
Stanstead Park. A new variety, very hardy, crisp, and excellent

forBalljsowin fea ss state aoe =e seems Per packet, 15c. 50c.
Paris Green Cos. One of the best of the upright varieties, tender

and crisp; should be tied up to ensure blanching.....-.-.-. 40c. 125 400
Paris White Cos. Of lighter color than the preceding, crisp and

excellent s.-ccccecce wc ccce sone e seua 2s Neee ce eecen eee ee eer 40c. 1 25 4 00
Hicks’ Hardy White Cos. A fine new variety, said to stand

Summer heat well; adapted for Spring or Fall sowing. Per

PEGA rap IIB, eS Ak SS op aeneSecoGhee HodeEe 506 Cosbue bias Gabe 50c.

MELON—(MUSK.)
German, Melone.—French, Melon.—Spanish, Melon.

Melons thrive best in a moderately enriched light soil; the hills should be six feet
apart each way. Previous to planting, incorporate well with the soil in each hill a
couple of shovelfulls of thoroughly rotted manure ; plant twelve or fifteen seeds in each
hill, early in May, and when well up thin out to three or four of the most promising.
Pinch off the leading shoots as the growth becomes too luxuriant, and if the fruit sets
too numerously, thin out when young, which will increase the size of those remaining
and cause them to ripen quicker.

: Peroz. % Ib. Lb.
Green Citron. Fruit medium size, deeply netted; shape nearly
round, from six to eight inches in diameter, flesh green, and

oftrich, delicious flavor -csseaeeeees ooo ee eee eee ee eee 15c. 40c.° $125
Nutmeg. Fruit nutmeg-shaped, skin-deep green finely-netted, flesh
« greenish yellow, rich, and sugary .---.--------------------- lic. 40c. 1 25
Skillman’s Netted. Form, roundish oval; flesh deep green, sweet,
and richly perfumed; an early and delicious variety. ------- 20c. 50c. 1 50
Pineapple. Medium size, dark green, oval, netted, flesh thick,
sweet and juicy, 5. 42 .-- 4-025. see ees yen- oe eel ae 20e. 50c. 1 50

Christiana. Medium size, flesh reddish yellow, sweet, and of good
quality ; chiefly recommended for its earliness, as it is in-

ferior in flavor to most of the green fleshed sorts------------ 20c. 50e. 1 50
White Japan. An early medium-sized, roundish variety; skin

cream white and fine-flavored-...-.--2-.------------------- 20€. 79¢. 2 50
Jenny Lind. A moderately early variety, of small size, but ex-

Collentiflavion 22 seater ore oem be meee se atecie seen isis eee Cameo OCs 1 50
Allen’s Superb. A variety of the Nutmeg, flesh green and very

PREC Se ENS Gaon ESR DEO UE aR oaoBeBaSeReEdEeSSeencdos be: Miles G0 1 50
Large Yellow Cantaloupe. Flesh reddish orange, sweet, and of

good flavor; an early and productive variety-..------.-- l5ce. 40c. 1 00

Large Yellow Musk. A very large variety, deeply ribbed, and

thickly netted, flesh salmon yellow, thick and sweet. Used

in the green state for “Mangoes.”........------------------ 15e. 40c. 1 2
Pomegranate. Very fragrant and ornamental, but not edible. Per

packet, 15c.

Celeriac, or T
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Kohlrabi.
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urnip-Rooted Celery.

Large Flag Leek.

Page 55.

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Black Pekin Egg Plant.
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Mushrooms.
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Okra, or Gombo.
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Early Water-Melon.
Page 59.

PANS.
Wethersfield Large Red Onion, Yellow Danvers Onion.
Page 60.

Large Bell Pepper.

Page 62.

Yellow Dutch Onion.
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PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS. 59

MELON—( WATER. )
German, Wassermelone.—French, Melon d’Hau.—Spanish, Sandia.
Plant in hills eight feet apart, and cultivate same as Musk-Melons.

Peroz. 14 |b. Lb.

Mountain Sprout, or Long Carolina. The leading market sort;

fruit of the largest size, longish oval; skin dark green, mar-

bled with lighter shades, red fleshed, of excellent quality.... 15c. $0 50 $1 59
Mountain Sweet. Fruit oblong, dark green, rind thin, flesh red,

solid and very: sweet......:.-----s-.-2--- -s--ceeecee cesses lic. 040 £100
Black Spanish. Fruit of large size, almost round, skin dark green,

flesh red, sweet and delicious....-........------+----------- lic. 050 £1 50
Phinney’s Harly. Flesh deep red, of very superior quality, early

and productive; a valuable market variety. (See Cut)..-. 30c. 100 3 00
Orange. So called from its peculiarity of the rind separating from

the flesh when fully ripe, flesh red, tender and sweet, of me-

diumiqualityceeem Reese eS. 3 os aS ee ee 30c. 100 300
Citron. A round handsome fruit of small size; used in the making

of sweetmeats and preserves......-...--------------------- 20¢. 060 200

MARTYNIA.

The seed pods are used to a considerable extent for pickling, when gathered green
and tender. Sow in the open ground in May, and transplant two feet apart.

Per oz. 1% Ib. Lb.
Martynia Proboscidea ...........-....----..----- Per packet, 10c. 30c. $100 $3 00

MUSHROOM SPAWN.

Mushrooms may be grown in a warm cellar or shed in Winter, or in the open air in
Summer. Take partially dry, fresh horse manure, and lay it in a heap to ferment; turn
and mix it well every few-days, and when well and equally fermented, which will bein
from ten to fifteen days, it may be made into a bed four feet wide and about two feet
deep, mixing it well together, and beating or treading it firmly. As soon as the tem-
perature of the bed falls from 75 to 50 degrees, the Spawn may be inserted in pieces
abéut the size of a walnut, about two inches deep and six inches apart. Cover with
loamy soil about two inches deep, and beat it down evenly and firmly. Finish off with
a covering of clean straw or hay about a foot thick, and protect from heavy rains.
Water when necessary with luke-warm water, and expect Mushrooms in from four to six
weeks. Per pound, 15 cents; 8 pounds, $1 00.

MUSTARD.
German, Senf.—French, Moutarde.—Spanish, Mostaze.

A pungent salad, used sometimes with Cress. Sow thickly in rows, and cut when
about two inches high; for use during Winter, it may be sown at intervals in boxes, in
the green-house, or in a frame. For a crop of seeds, sow in April, in drills a foot apart,
and thin out moderately when about three inches high.

Per pt. Per qt,
White London. Best for salads..--..-...-...-.----------------- 20¢. 40c.
Brown or Black. Moye pungent in flavor than the white.-....-- 20¢. 40c.
NASTURTIUM, or INDIAN CRESS.
German, Indianische Kresse.—French,.Capucine Grande.—Spanish, Capuchina.
The seeds, while young and succulent, are pickled and used as capers. The plants

are also highly ornamental; the tall variety makes an excellent screen or covering for
unsightly places in the garden.

Per oz. 14 Ib. Lb.
alle Nasturcitmesececccics ce ccciec cnicce coemkeieisewe tc aclciswiecieeneicisies 20c. $0 60 $2 00
Dwarf Mo OER G SOLE OE RECS OE ERS SOCECT ia eh es aa anee 40c 1 25 4 00

OKRA OR GOMBO.
German, Zssbarer.—French, Gombo.—Spanish, Quibomto.

This vegetable is extensively grown in the Southern States; its long pods, when
young, are used in soups, stews, etc., and are believed to be very nutritious. It is of the
easiest culture, and grows freely, bearing abundantly on any ordinary garden soil. It
is sown at the usual time of all tender vegetables, in drills two inches deep, setting the
plants from two to three feet apart.

Per oz. 14 lb. Lb.
Improved Dwarf Green. Early and productive-....-----.----- 10c. 30¢. $1 00
nea OC ram aUC: 1 00

Long Green. Long ribbed pods..-..-..-.-.---.-.---..

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS. '

ONION.

German, Zwiebel.—F rench, Ognon.—Spanish, Cebolla.

The Onion thrives best in a rather strong, deep, rich, loamy soil, and, unlike most
vegetables, succeeds well when cultivated on the same ground for successive years.
The ground should be deeply trenched and manured the previous Autumn, and laid up
in ridges during the Winter, to soften. As early in Spring as the ground is in working
order commence operations by levelling the ground with a rake, and tread it firmly ;
sow thinly in drills about a quarter of an inch deep and one foot apart; cover with fine soil _
and press down with the back of a spade or a light roller. When the young plants are
strong enough, thin gradually, so that they stand finally three or four inches apart.
Keep the surface of the ground open and free from weeds by frequent hoeing, taking
care not to stir the soil too deeply, or to collect it about the growing bulbs.

Per oz. 14 lb. Lb.

Early Large Red. This variety ripens about a fortnight earlier

than the Large Wethersfield, and is rather smaller in size,

but close grained and heavy. It is mild in flavor, a good

keeper, and in all respects an excellent variety-..-.--.------ 25c. $075 $2 50
Wethersfield Large Red. The staple variety of the Eastern Onion-

growers, of large size, deep red in color, and an excellent

Keeper: - 2% ces sieve arcdie eters Soe Se eateries Sa eistineee eee eee 20c. 060 200
Yellow Dutch, or Strasburg. One of the oldest varieties, the

“ Silver Skin” of the Eastern States, a good keeper, and well

flavored”. 2.22 The soe Ee ae ccc oe see eee Eee sere 25C a On OmenOU
Yellow Danvers. An excellent variety, mild-flavored, and very
productive ; ripens early, and a good keeper .......----.--- 2c. 075 _ 250

White Portugal, or Silver Skin. A handsome Onion, of mild
flavor, but not a good keeper; extensively grown for pickling 30c.- 100 3 00

1 t. s
Top ors buttont Onions sees ace eee eee eee Dae. Baas 00
Potato Onions 3: os sass cee ea oe Seieienre ae einele wine Pee erie ul OCs 6 00
White Onion Sets.......-. ‘ : She en pees cre
Vellow Onion Gctsvieee Prices subject to variation. § pecans ae ue oD

PARSLEY.

German, Petersilie—French, Persil.—Spanish, Peregil.

Parsley succeeds best in a rich, mellow soil. As the seeds germinate very slowly,
three or four weeks elapsing sometimes before it makes its appearance, it should be
sown in Spring, previously soaking the seeds for a few hours in tepid water. Sow
thickly in rows a foot apart, and half an inch deep. For Winter use, protect in a frame
or light cellar.

Per oz. 14 Ib. Lb.

Double Curled. A fine dwarf variety, beautifully curled ; excel-

lent for garnishing ....--..-----------------+---+----------- 16e. 40e. $l 25
Fimbriated, or Triple Curled. A very select stock, beautifully

crimped and curled ..---.------ -----2 +--+ +2 e222 eeeeee see -- WC. Te. 2 50
Plain Parsley. The leaves of this sort are plain ; itis hardier than

the curled variety; good for flavoring. ..-.------.---------- 10cH M2822 20875
Hamburg, or Turnip-Rooted. A fleshy-rooted kind; the roots

used for flavoring SOUPS... -----+---eee cree cree ee eeeeee ee» 15e, 500, 1:50

PARSNIP.

German, Pastinake.—French, Panais.—Spanish, Pastinaca.

Sow as early in Spring as the weather will admit, in drills fifteen inches apart, cov-
ering half an inch deep. When well up, thin out to five or six inches apart in the rows.
Unlike Carrots. they are improved by frost, and it is usual to take up in Fall a certain
quantity for Winter use, leaving the rest in the ground until Spring, to be dug up as
required.

Per oz. 14 Ib. Lb.

Long Smooth, or Hollow Crown, Best for general use...------. 10c, 25e. $0 75
Guernsey. A large growing variety-----------------------+----- l0c. 25e. OU 75
The Student. A fine-flavored variety......----------------+----- l5e. 40c. 1 00

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PETER HENDERSON & CO.S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS. 61

PEAS. |
German, Hrbse.—French, Pois.—Spanish, Guizante.

Peas come earliest to maturity in light rich soil. For general crop, a deep rich
loam, or a strong loam inclining to clay, is best. For early crops, decomposed leaves or
leaf-mould should be used, or if the soil is very poor, stronger manure may be employed.
For general crops, a good dressing should be applied, and for the dwarf-growing kinds,
the soil can hardly be too rich. When grown as a market crop, Peas are never staked,
and are sown in single rows two to three inches deep, and from two to three feet apart,
according to the variety or the strength of the soil. When grown in small quantities
for private use, they are generally sown in double rows, six or eight inches apart, and
the tall varieties staked up by brush. For an early crop, sow in February or March, as
soon as the ground can be worked, and make repeated sowings every two weeks for suc-
cession. After the Ist of June, sowing should be discontinued until the middle of
August, when a good crop may generally be secured by sowing an early sort.

EXTRA EARLY.
Per qt. Peck. Bush,

Carter’s First Crop. The earliest variety grown, but a shy crop-

i DG EL $2 asl COLE yee on eee ce Tae bie uma penn acy $0 40 $250 $9 00
Daniel O’Rourke. A favorite early variety, and a good bearer;

DHL OO Ue yete erat eters ep eee ae ante oar eras Seva so eee eet OP SOle: ior «6.00
MclLean’s Little Gem. A dwarf, green wrinkled marrow, very

prolific, of superior flavor, and a first early ; 1 foot-.....---. 050 350 12 00
MclLean’s Advancer. An early, green wrinkled variety, of deli-

clousilavor-s2efeets aoe oa seine eee ee ese ene eee eee 040 250 900
Tom Thumb. Remarkably dwarf and early, of excellent quality,

and yields abundantly ; 1 fuot...--.--.-------------------- 050 300 10 00
Philadelphia Extra Early. A very desirable early variety..-..- 040 250 8 00
Waite’s Caractacus. An early and productive Pea, of good flavor,

‘onevofathexbestsmaasenc eon cee cece ea cie asemesie cae ---- 040 250 900

Laxton’s Alpha. A new, extra early, blue wrinkled marrow Pea,

of fine quality, and very prolific; pods large, and well filled; .

3 feet. Per } pint packet, 25c.......----- AE aera te See oe eae 125 800 30 00
Kentish Invicta. The earliest blue Pea yet introduced, said to be

earlier than Daniel O’Rourke, while the fact of its being a

blue Pea proclaims its superiority. Per2 pint packet, 25cts... 100 600 20 00

SECOND EARLY VARIETIES. : ®
Per qt. Peck. Bush.

Laxton’s Prolific Long Pod. A very productive variety, with

long pods, containing from 11 to 12 Peas each; 4 ft..---...-- $0 40 $250 $9 00
Laxton’s Supreme. Anew green marrow, of excellent quality,
with very long, well-filled curved pods; 34 ft...--.-.-..-..- 075 500 18 00
McLean’s Princess Royal. Very prolific variety, producing an
abundance of well-filled pods; 3 ft....-.....--..---.---------- 030 200 7 00
McLean’s Wonderful. A dwarf, early wrinkled marrow, of deli-
GIGS ER WPS Sika a cous. jo lepeooooeno seem eS sop ooSoDseoooseT 050 350 12 00
McLean’s Epicurean. <A new early wrinkled Pea; very large, of
delicious flavor, and very productive ; 2 feet...-..........-. 050 350 12 00
Napoleon. A blue wrinkled variety, of excellent flavor; 3 feet.... 040 250 9 00
Eugenie. White wrinkled; an excellent cropper; 3 feet....-...- 040 250 9 00

Bishop’s Long Pod. A valuable dwarf kind, and great bearer; 1} ft 040 250 900

FOR GENERAL CROP.
Per qt. Peck. Bush.
Champion of England. One of the best and most popular Peas
invcultivation | 5 teebees ooci-s secessecclericee ese seesas e-msee $0 40 $2 25 $7 00
Blue Surprise. Long-podded, prolific, and of good flavor; 4 ft... 040 250 8 00
Blue Imperial. A good bearer, and of fine flavor; a very useful

variety ; 3) feet - 22. ooo sens eee eins cee cee n ee cones enn eee 030 200 600
Knight’s Dwarf Green. A fine-flavored and prolific dwarf variety;

Sutect sieges se aes Scascodcesd os 505500 00 couN deuRuE GeoesE 050 350 1200
Hair’s Dwarf Mammoth. One of the richest-flavored and best

latel varieties 523, feetisco.c. --12 - nie je“ nlwiwiele = = mi~ olainiela ie mi = 050 350 12 00
Veitch’s Perfection. A large and delicious marrow Pea, and an

abundant cropper.----.---2-.-- 22+ ---- se---0----e-- ------- 050 350 12 00

British Queen. One of the best and most productive of the tall,
wrinkled marrows, of delicious flavor; 5 feet...-......-...- 050 350 1200

62 PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

PEAS—Continued.
Per qt. Peck. Bush.
Peabody. A very prolific dwarf Pea, of branching habit, excellent

DEC) aie E'Ga (aS ae 5 AO are a Sea Oe 50c. $3 50 $12 00
White Marrowfat. A favorite market sort; 6 feet.......-..--.- 23c. 125 4 00
Black-Hyed Marrowfat. This, as well as the preceding, is exten-

sively grown as a field Pea; hardy and productive; 4 ft-... 25¢e. 125 4 00
Tall Sugar. The young pods are tender and well flavored, of good ’

quality as/arshellPear Sotto u-teere ee eee eee see ese 60c. 400 14 00
Dwarf Sugar. Edible pods, of good quality shelled; 3 ft....-...- 60c. 4 00 14 00

PEPPER.

German, Pfeffer.—French, Piment.—Spanish, Pimiento.

Grown largely for pickles. Sow in hot-bed early in April, and transplant to the open
ground when the weather is favorable. They should be planted in warm, mellow soil,
in rows eighteen inches apart. They may also be sown in the open ground when danger
of frost is passed, and the soil is warm and settled.

Per oz. 14 lb. Lb.
Large Bell, or Bull Nose. An early variety, of mild flavor; rind
thick and fleshy. It is a favorite sort both for pickling and
foruse instheeruderstaber see. s92 se ao see eee oe eee ee 50c. $150 $5 00
Sweet Mountain, or Mammoth. Similar to the preceding in shape
and color, but much larger, and milder in flavor; used to

makestutted pickles sscss-sesne cass scs et easeisces cee 50c. 150 5 00
Squash, or Tomato-Shaped. The sort most generally grown for

pickling’; very productive ; the leading market variety ---- - 40c.- 1,25 4500
Sweet Spanish. One of the largest and earliest varieties; the

flesh is sweet, mild, and pleasant...--...-.-...-.-.-----=--- 50c. 150 5 00

Cayenne. The variety of commerce ; pods small, cone-shaped; coral
red when ripe. It is quite a late variety, but the pods are as

often used for pickling green as when ripe; extremely acrid. 50c. 150 5 00
Cherry Red. An exceedingly ornamental variety; fruit erect, ;

round, of a rich glossy scarlet color; remarkable for its intense

plquancyess--- cee FA ee at aU Lee et tee nets yar 40c. 125 400

POTATO.
German, Kartoffel.—F rench, Pomme de Terre.

The Potato, like all robust-growing vegetables, can be grown with varying success
on soils of all kinds, and in all conditions of fertility, but the soil best suited to it is a
sandy loam. In all heavy soils it is more subject to disease, and the flavor is also much
inferior. In breaking up good pasture land, the decaying sod answers sufficiently well for
the first year in lieu of manure. Manure is applied either in the rows or hills, or broadcast
over the hills, and plowed in, the latter in most cases being preferable. If the soil is
good, but little manure is required. In highly-enriched soil, the plants are more liable
to disease than when grown in soil that is naturally good. The best fertilizers are those
of a dry or absorbent nature, as plaster, lime, super-phosphate of lime, and bone dust.
For wet soils these are particularly beneficial, as they not only promote growth, but
prevent disease. Plant as early in Spring as the ground can be had in fair working
order, in hills or ridges about three feet apart, covering, in light warm soils about four
inches deep, but in cold, wet situations, two and a half or three inches will be
sufficient.
(Prices subject to variation.)
Per peck. Bush. Bbl.
Early Rose. A universal favorite, one of the very best yet intro-
duced: HSU ene Ao SUR Gos Ay a ee ce Pe eg 75c. $200 $5 00
Early Goodrich. Anearly and productive variety, of good quality 75c. 200 5 00
Early Dykeman. One of the earliest; attains a large size, and is

a great favorite in some localities-.....-.....---.---------- 75e. 200 5 00
Sebec. An excellent keeper, of large size; good either for an early
or latesvarletyese-cemcb cise -25 ao seer eles ae <n elena eae 7e. 200 5 00

Jackson White. An excellent flavored variety, extensively grown
for SeCONG CLOpHec emesis eee areas elec ele eiets leneietereleteie=
Peach Blow (Jersey). Extensively grown for market, and a favor-
ite shipping variety, very productive, and of superior qual-
TbY? dria e Vai claicin sictolote'njsatnterraveralatne elajaeimar ono oetae soem tence re 75e. 2 00

75e. 200 500

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Easte’s Kentish Invicta Pea.

Olive Shaped Scarlet Radish.

Scarlet Turnip Radish.

Salsifys
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Rose Colored Chinese Radish.
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Laxton’s Alpha Fea

Laxton’s Prolific Long Pod Pea.
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PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS. 65

POTATOES— Continued.
Per peck. Bush. Bbl.

White Peach Blow. A sub-variety of the preceding, of superior

excellence ree eee a ee ee eta aes 2 pec00! go.00
Bresee’s Peerless. This is undoubtedly one of the best Potatoes

in cultivation. It was pronounced by the Massachusetts

Horticultural Society to be even better in quality than the far-

famed Early Rose. It grows to a large size, often weighing

from one and a half to two pounds; is enormously productive,

and of excellent keeping qualities....-.........----------. 75e. 200 5 00
Bresee’s Prolific. Of excellent quality, and very productive,

matures about three weeks later than the Early Rose......- 75¢c. 200 5 00
Late Rose. A new variety, said to be the best Winter Potat

Vetimbroducedusens wears cee eae oe oc eee eee eee Le50EF 5-007 12-00

(The above list comprises some of the leading and most popular varieties. We can supply
all other well-known kinds at market rates.)

PUMPKIN.
German, Hiirbis.—French, Courge.—Spanish, Calabaza.

Pumpkins are now principally cultivated for agricultural purposes. They are
usually planted in fields of Corn or Potatoes, but may be profitably raised in fields by
themselves. Sow first of May, in hills eight feet apart.

Large Cheese. The best variety for cooking purposes...--..----- 10c. $025 $0 75
Large Tours, or Mammoth. Grows to an immense size, often
weighing from one hundred to one hundred and fifty

by POUNG Sie eelsee serine ee aiSe cee BRL EBL Se ceeeree 30c. 100 3 00
Connecticut Field. Very productive; largely grown for feeding
SUOCK Mae eis we mer seats eicic aes eee ee eects cele oe ee Se. O15 0 40
RADISH.

German, Rettig, Radieschen.—French, Radis, Rave, Petit Rave.—Spanish, Rabano.

Radishes thrive best in a light rich, sandy loam; heavy or clayey soils not only
delay their maturity, but produce crops much inferior, both in appearance and flavor.
For a successive supply, sow from the middle of March until September, at intervals
of two or three weeks. For an early supply, they may be sown on a gentle hot-bed in
February.

Per oz. 3 Ib. Lb.

PriVatengpardensnersee sou: Gwe eae ae ee eee 10c. $0 25 $0 75
Scarlet Turnip. Rather more delicate in flavor than the above,
excellent for Summer use.......- .--- eee cece cece cece 10c. 030 100

White Turnip. A sub-variety of the preceding, differing in color 15c. 0 50 1 50

and drought of Summer.......................-------- 15e. O50 150
French Breakfast. A variety of quick growth, very mild and
t tender ; one of the best for forcing....-...-.-..-.-.-.-. 15¢e. 0 50 1°50
Olive-Shaped Scarlet. Oblong shaped, flesh rose colored, tender
andwexcellentiseeas-Pre aaa sa tee SN VE ae 10c. 030 1 00
Rose-Colored China Winter. Bright rose color, flesh firm and
piquant; excellent for Winter use..............-.----- 20c. 060 200

White China Winter. Same as above, except in color......--.-. 30c. 100 3 00
Black Spanish. Skin rough and nearly black, flesh pungent, solid,

~ and white; one of the hardiest and best for Winter use. 15c. 0 50 1 50
White Spanish. Differing in color, and rather milder in flavor

ithankthe ores ono eee nessa ese sen (eee eee eee eee eae Sc OFd0n) 1250
Grey Turnip. Well adapted for Summer use; stands heat well, :
ands ommmiladeavoneeecccce es ae te ee ee eee ee bees 15sec. 050 1 50

Raphanus Caudatus, or Rat-tail Radish. This remarkable vegetable produces in a
short time pods from two to three feet long, which may be used either boiled,
as a salad, or in pickles. The pods, either cooked or uncooked, should be used
when about half grown, when they have a most agreeable flavor. Per
packet, lScts.

T. E IN »~S CATAL! UE E Ss.
66 PETER HENDERSON & CO.’s C OG OF SEED

RHUBARB.
German, Rahbarber—French, Rhubarbe.—Spanish, Ruibarbo Bastardo.

Sow in April, in drills a foot apart, thinning out to about the same distance apart in
the rows when a fewinches high. In Fall, or the following Spring, transplant into
deep, rich soil, about three feet apart each way. If propagated by dividing the roots,
a8 may be done either in Fall or Spring, planting at the same distance apart, as given
above.

; Per oz. % Ib. Lb.
Ginneeus,, arly, laroe and tenderess2 see meee eae nee eee 30c. $100 $38 00
Victoria. Very large; later than Linneus..---.-.---..----.---.- 30c.- 100 3 00

SALSIFY or OYSTER PLANT. —
German, Bocksbart.—French, Salsifis.—Spanish, Ostra Vegetal.

The Oyster Plant succeeds best in a light, well-enriched, mellow soil, which, previ-
ous to sowing the seeds, should be stirred to a depth of eighteen inches. Sow early in
Spring, in drills fifteen inches apart; cover the seeds with fine soil, an inch and a half
in depth, and when the plants are strong enough, thin out to six inches apart.

Per Oziene acess 25e. 2 bon teens 75¢. 1D eAeaossasace $2 50
SCORZONERA, or BLACK OYSTER PLANT.

German, Schwarzwurzel.—French, Scorzanere.—Spanish, Escorzonera.

This vegetable requires the same treatment as Salsify, which it nearly resembles ;
it is not, however, so generally esteemed. Sow in drills eighteen inches apart, and
thin out to nine inches from plant to plant.

iP OLIOZ ot a eainee ae 30¢e. AS) erence S1 00. IDWS heeseose cos WW)

SCOLYMUS (Spanish Oyster Plant).
(Scolymus Hispanicus.)

Cultivated for its roots, which are taken up in September or October, and preserved
during Winter in the same manner as Salsify. Sow in drills one inch deep, and one foot
apart, from middle of April to beginning of May, and cultivate as Carrots or Parsnips.

PeLlOZ seen see oUCs tb issceee $1 00. LD os2-c2= sea po 00

SEA-KALE.
German, Selkohl Meerkohl.—French, Crambe Maritime-—Spanish, Breton de Mar.

Cultivated for its blanched shoots, which are cooked as Asparagus. A supply may
be had all Winter by planting the roots closely in a warm cellar before frost. Sow one
inch deep, in drills two feet apart, thin out to six inches, and the next Spring plant in
hills three feet apart, three plants in each.

PeTiO7 ye secee esses 40c. +b ease oes $1 25. Wibea2 ses. 2ee ps 00
SPINACH.

German, Spinat.—French, Epinard.—Spanish, Lspinaca.

This is a very important crop in our market gardens; it is one of the most manage-
able of all vegetables, requiring but little culture, aud may be had fit for use the entire
season. The main crop is sown in September; it is sometimes covered up in exposed
places, with straw or salt hay during the Winter, which prevents its being cut with the
frost ; but in sheltered fields here, there is no necessity for covering. For Summer use,
if may be sown at intervals of two or three weeks, from April till August. Spinach is
best developed, and most tender and succulent, when grown in rich ao ei ne

eroz. 34 1b. b
Round. The main market sort; equally good for Spring or Fall

SO WIN oS SSeS nes Se NE Ty ee een ne eg 10e. 20c. $0 60
Prickly. Stands well in Winter, but gives less bulk per acre than

theritstn am ed sere sere sa ct ey eee oe ns eat 10c..:.20c-= 060
Flanders. A very productive variety, with large broad leayes,

quibeshardyee sees sce tees ose see ee ce eine ae eee) fal UCse i> UC ome OBOU,
Lettuce-Leaved. Leaves large and of thick substance; it is of su-

perior quality, and good for Spring isowanee- 222 ea eae) L5C) P80C a G00

New Zealand. A useful and excellent vegetable ; produces leaves
in great abundance throughout the Summer ; should be raised
in heat, and transplanted three feet apart each way into
ehtrich soil Siemens on mo ae emer ae settee eee nee UC sem Comm cB CO,

PETER HENDERSON & CO’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS. 67

SQUASH.
German, Kurbiss.—French, Cowrge.—Spanish, Calabasa Tontanera.

Squashes are of luxuriant and vigorous growth, and although they will grow readily
on almost any soil, they will well repay generous treatment. Like all vegetables of this
class, it is useless to sow until the weather has become settled and warm. Light soils are
best suited for their growth, and it is most economical of manure to prepare hills for the
seeds in the ordinary manner, by incorporating two or three shovelfuls of well-rotted
manure with the soil, for each hill. For the bush varieties, from three to four feet each
way, and for the running sorts, from six to eight feet. Eight or ten seeds should be
sown in each hill, thinning out after they have attained their rough leaves, leaving
three or four of the strongest plants.

Per oz. 14 lb. Lb.
Yellow Bush Scolloped. An early market variety, excellent for
Shipping see eee eee eels aoe om sae bc eistewis ees e ae ielate 10c. $0 30 $1 00
White Bush Scolloped. A sub-variety of the above, principally
Ghuikieinye why Colorrgs 5 By Sec aeb cdots eoaune sabe sooeEsoeubeEe 10c. 030 100

Bush Summer Crook-Neck. Early, productive, and of good
i quality ; fruit, orange-yellow, covered with warty excres-

CONGCES ae asses peep ae near es Seiya 2 oa Liat ae epee aa 10c. 030 1.00
Boston Marrow. A much-esteemed variety, coming in about ten

days later than the bush and crook-neck sorts. A good

keeper, and of unsurpassed flavor..-.....---.-.--.--------- lic. 050 1 50
Hubbard. A general favorite, and more largely grown as a late

sort than any other; of large size; flesh, fine-grained, dry,

and ofiexcellent flavor -o- seis eins ee ese eice ee esee 20c. 060 2 00
Mammoth Chili. Grows to a large size, often weighing over two
hundred pounds; excellent for pies or stock...-..-.---.---- 40c. 125 4 00

Winter Crook-Neck, A Variety largely grown in some of the

Eastern States ; flesh, close-grained, sweet, and fine-flavored ;

plant in hills nine feet apart..-----...22--- 5-2-2. 22s55- 22ee 10c. 030 100
Turban or Turk’s Cap. Flesh, orange-yellow, thick, fine-grained,

and well-flavored ; an excellent variety for use in Fall and

Carly em Wan bere eee oes see hs Saye Tee ele a EIN ees 30c. 100 3 00
Vegetable Marrow. A favorite English sort; skin, greenish-

yellow; flesh white, soft, and of rich flavor; quite distinct

from all the preceding.........-2--2----2--+-----ce---- ees 25c. 080 3 00

Connecticut Seed) Teafi ioe ts 40c. $1 25 $4 00

Imported 1m Nee 1G Yar eras ee la ea OE ORR ES feels By La ia 75c. 250 8 00

AVALT Pini apeeelese hy wae ee ASE Aa CL et Ts ee ee eh 40c. 150 £5 00

Aentuckyp eee amano cas aan eV EE S Lik PEM SD UME eet! 50c. 175 6 00
TOMATO.

German, Liebesapfel._F rench, Tomate.—Spanish, Tomate. -

- This delicious vegetable is one of the most important of all garden products. The
seed should be sown in a hot-bed about the first week in March, in drills five inches
apart, and half an inch deep. When the plants are about two inches high they should
be set out four or five inches apart in another hot-bed, or removed into small pots,
allowing a single plant to a pot; they are sometimes transplanted a second time into
larger pots, by which process the plants are rendered more sturdy and branching.
About the middle of May the plants may be set in the open ground; they are planted,
for early crops, on light, sandy soil, at a distance of three feet apart, in hills, in which
a good shovelful of rotted manure has been mixed. On heavy soils, which are not
suited for an early crop, they should be planted four feet apart. Water freely at the
time of transplanting, and shelter from the sun for a few days until the plants are
established. Sufficient plants for a small garden may be started by sowing a few seeds
in a shallow box or flower-pot, and placing it in a sunny window of the sitting-room or
kitchen.

Per oz. 34 lb. Lb.

Early Smooth Red. Very smooth and round; an excellent market
VaTIOb yates Rene ed eM EE Zoe se ICO02 $3 00

68 PETER HENDERSON & CO.’8 CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

TOMATO—Continued.
Peroz. % Ib. Lb.
New York Market. One of the earliest, large, smooth, solid, and
MW WKRH NIG) coGqonoooe aabone coEb BHDLaS eden donaue pooHo6 GueSuE $0 40 $1 25 $4 00
Trophy. This excellent variety has fully maintained its reputation
during the past Summer as one of the earliest, the largest,
smoothest, heaviest, and best flavored Tomato in culti-

WEI icbon squocce star doessacneden sage Ede Per packet, cts 1 00
Barly Shipping. See special description in Novelties. Per

OORT RS) Olt pean ocGdso Boones 2bes BUC boo Ue Gaooas AaSees coocsece 1 50
Rising Sun. A large-sized, smooth, solid variety, wonderfully pro-

ductive, early, and of excellent quality..-.-..-.---..--.5.. 40c. 125 4 00
General Grant. A very superior variety; fruit large, rather flat

in form; of good quality, and ripens rapidly and thoroughly 40c. 125 4 00
Cedar Hill. An excellent medium-sized early variety --........- A0cs ae lis25 sara 700
Early York. Very productive, of fair size, smooth, and of excel-

lentiquality{2sbecsse aoecee cee eeeeeece een Eee etree ae 40c. 125 400
Cook’s Favorite. One of the best for general culture; solid and

productives- 20 s-ssscs cee eee eee et anise ante eee eee 30c. 100 300
Feejee Island (Lester’s Perfected). Fruit very large, light red

or pinkish color, very solid and well-flavored ; a good late

AYO 16550 Sob ooHoSceeE SoEbbo Sono bodes soLeadan aaoooo deb Sone 40c. 125 400
Large Yellow. Similar in all respects to the large smooth red,

except in color, which is of a bright yellow....-...--..-.--- AG ele 5 med 500
Pear-Shaped. Used for preserving and pickling..--......-..---. 40c. 1 25° 4°00
Yellow Plum. A beautiful variety ; used principally for pickling 40c. 125 4 00

Red Cherry. A small early variety, size and shape of a cherry;

FOTPICIMN Pree sie ale aatealoise la eee tle etel eee nee eae cee mn OUC Tamla 0 amo BOO

Tomato de Laye. A variety of upright growth, quite distinct from all others; excel-
lent for growing in pots, as it requires no support ; fruit of good quality. Per
packet, 10cts.

Strawberry, or Winter Cherry. A distinct species; the fruit has a pleasant, straw- .
berry-like flavor, and is esteemed by many, served in its natural state at the table
as a dessert. With the addition of lemon-juice, it is preserved in the manner
of the plum, as well as stewed and served like cranberries. Per packet, 10cts.
Per ounce, 50cts.

TURNIP.
German, Steckrube-—French, Navet.—Spanish, Nabo comun.

Turnips do best on highly-enriched, light, sandy or gravelly soils; commence sowing
the earliest varieties in April in drills, from twelve to fifteen inches apart, and thin out
early to six or nine inches in the rows. For a succession, sow at intervals of a fortnight,
until the last week in July, from which time until the end of August, sowings may be
made for the Fall and main crops. Turnips may be preserved until Spring, by cutting
off the tops about one inch from the bulb, and storing in a cellar or cool shed during
Winter, covering the roots with dry sand; they should be harvested before severe frost
sets in, for, though comparatively very hardy, few of the varieties will survive the
Winters of the Northern States in the open ground.

Peroz. % Ib. Lb.
Early Flat Dutch. Very useful variety for first crop..---.....-. 10c.._ 250. - $0) 75
White Top Strap-Leaf. Quick in growth; of excellent quality.. 10c. 5c. 0 75
Red Top Strap-Leaf. One of the best varieties for general use... 10c. 5c. 0 75
Golden Ball. An excellent table: Turnip, of unsurpassed
AAV ORES 52 ae ale sets sis eeleee ee eee eee a etnae see eee cee 10c..i25¢ 0 75
Cow-Horn. A superior variety, very productive, and of good
Qualityinsccsh 2282 ee oe aces os saeieicle bic cio eee eee 10cs > 2505.7 0575
Yellow Finland. An excellent early table variety, flesh tender,
close-erained ‘and: Sweebt_<.2 --o- = o- -i oo siniencnis ase lsein=ei een SUCH mmOUC. mae 00
Yellow Malta. A good early garden variety; one of the best of
the yellows for Summer use....--..-..-------------------- Oca 2bese Oka
Large White Norfolk. A large late variety; very desirable for
feedinpisbockisnsmiseeck 2 ace on lesieeceelan oman aero fe nL OC mmr coCen mae Olitio

Teltow, or Small Berlin. The smallest of Turnips ; much esteem-

ed on account of its excellent qualities ; one of the best early

garden varieties...--.------------------++-----+----+-------- 20c. 50c. 1 50
Yellow Aberdeen. An excellent hardy variety, keeping well

throughout the Winter......--....-.-.-------------------- 10¢, 5c. 0 75

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Improved American Ruta Baga.

Page 71.

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Long White French Turnip.
Page 71.

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’8 CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

TURNIP (RUTA BAGA).

The Ruta Baga, Swedish, or Russian Turnip, is extensively grown for a farm crop;
the roots are close-grained, very hard, and will endure a considerable degree of cold
without injury. The roots are best preserved in a pit or cellar during the Winter, and
are excellent for the table early in Spring. Sow from the 20th of June to the Ist of
July, in drills two feet apart, and thin out to eight or ten inches.

Per oz.

Improved American. The leading variety; flesh very solid and
of fine quality; valuable both for the table and for feeding
10c.
Skirving’s Purple Top. An improved purple-topped variety, of
VARIO ASIZO Macatee ne He Soe ee ene seca eee Acme sl ee,
Laing’s Improved: A rather late variety, but in good land giving
enormous crops; in shape nearly round, smooth-skinned and
hand Somer eeh ee nae ee ees arses etereeceis de cssee se. LOC:
Carter’s Imperial Swede. A new English variety, recommended
as being very hardy, and producing extraordinary crops..-- 10ce.
Long White French, ‘The roots of this variety are produced
entirely under ground. An excellent sort either for the table
or for stock
Sweet German. An excellent variety for the table, flesh white,
solid, and of good flavor; keeps well until Spring.......--- 10c.

SWEET AND POT HERBS.

No garden is complete.without afew sweet, aromatic, or medicinal herbs, for flavor-
ing soups, ete., and care should be taken to harvest them properly. This should be done
on a dry day, just before they come in full blossom, then dried quickly aud packed
closely, entirely excluded from the air. Sow in Spring, in shallow drills one foot apart;
and when well up, thin out or transplant a few inches asunder.

(Pimpinella anisum)
(Melissa officinalis).........--.--.+----------
Basil (Sweet).............---.-----(Ocymum basilicum).............------------
(Sesamum orientale)
Borage (Borago officinalis)
Carraway (Carum carin)
(Ricinus communis)
(Coriandrum sativum)...--.----------
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ELON el ae es eee sens ae oe ee CANELRUMUT@NiCUulun sneer nse cae sae ea eiee
Horehonnd (Marrubium vulgare).....---------+---+------
Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) :
quaviend er aees eee ees - - -(Lavendula spica)
Marjoram (Sweet) (Origanum marjorana)
Opium Poppy......----.---.-------(Papaver somniferum)....-.---.--------------
(Rosmarinus officinalis)
(Ruta graveolens)
..-.(Carthamus tinctorius)
(Salvia officinalis)
Summer Savory (Saturjea hortensis)
Sorrel (Broad-leaved) (Rumex acetosa)
Thyme (Broad-leaved) (Thymus vulgaris)
Wormwood..........-.. ....-.-(Artemisia absinthium)

For List of Novelties and Specialties tn Vegetable

and Flower Seeds, see last pages of the Catalogue.

bs

fins Foar's Supply of Pegetable Sosis,

FOR LARGE OR SMALL GARDENS.

————o >} o—______-

To those who are not conversant with the different varieties of Vegetable Seeds,
or may not have the time or inclination to make their own selections, we offer the
following collections, which contain only the most approved and desirable kinds in

each class.

They are made up in the most liberal manner, care having been taken to

give a large quantity of the best and most useful varieties in each section. The quan-
tities are arranged to suit the requirements of those having large or small gardens :—

No. 1. No. 2. No. 3.
ARTICLES. Price $25, | Price $20, | Price $15,
contains: contains: contains:
Beans—
Marly Chinaeesseeeeorse ote 1 quart. |1 quart. |1 quart.
Early Yellow Six Weeks...-.-. dees
Refugee, or One Thousand to
One ENE hee ee teas trcoe ae ee 1 “ce 1 “ L ce
Blache Wratten semanas aL ye'$s Th 1 pint
larce Lima, Poleses.--snecee ibapna Meas 1 quart
Concord Polemeaeessce ence Lees 1 ae 1 pint
Beet—
Egyptian Turnip..:-..-....-. (2 ounces. |1 “ 4 ounce
Bassano aaceeseee cease oe. [Qa en 25 Pare
Dewing’s Improved ........-. Ye aes ASS
hong eB loodtessceareeeeee secs Aa ts Ae Ase ff
Borecole, or Kale—
Green Curled Scotch-.-..--.. Qiaetns ease 1 ea:
Broccoli—
Early White Cape............/$ “ Peas ean
Wialcherenseemese tenner 1 eee seers Poe oo
Brussels Sprouts ............-. Pasa Owe Ieee st
Cabbage—
Early Jersey Wakefield....-.-|4 “ dere tt + *
Wall yaork cece scee nee sean DL ranies i ia
Early Winningstadt......-.-.- Moe arcs Las ee:
Premium Flat Dutch..:.----.|/2 “ Qin: 1 ep
Drumhead Savoy..----- Braces | Oca ues ie 1s
Cauliflower—
Extra Early Paris..---.:.-..-|4 « “ Piste nts 1 packet.
HarlyWondonesseese cee see esi a ame Ess + ounce.
Carrot—
Karly Horn-cece-seae sce sees Aor si ieee (0 pias
duonp.Oranvesecs = secs aes eae Ae hs Amma Dips
Celery—
Henderson’s Dwarf..-..--.---- Be ped pee At
Wihite!Solid/ssesesssesese eee. ihe ho ea
Corn—
Crosby’s Early Sugar-..-.---- 1quart. jl quart. |1 quart.
Early Hight-Rowed-_-.....-...|2 “ {Leann iba
Stowell’s Evergreen.-......--. Pa 2 S 1 eae
Cucumber— |
Extra Early Russian..-...----. lounce. (1 ounce. . |1 ounce.
Early White Spine..--...---- erie ei! ALS aes
ong Green=sceeeeeeoe cece sale. | Eres the 3
Egg Plant— |
New York Improved...-.----- eats | Sonar > ths
1 “ 1 “c 4 “

Endive—
Green Curled...-.. ites rst

No. 4.
Price $ 10,

contains:
1 pint.
1 “ec
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No. 5.
Price $5,
contains:

1 pint.

1 packet.
1 ounce.
1 6

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1 “c
+ ounce.

t (73

1 packet.

3 ounce.
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+ 73

1 packet.

1 packet.
1 ounce.

1 packet.
+ ounce.

J pint.

1 “

4+ ounce.
4 “cc

1 packet.

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PETER HENDERSON & CO’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

ONE YEAR'S SUPPLY OF VEGETABLE SEEDS— Continued.

ARTICLES.

No. 1.

Price $25,

contains:

No. 4.
Price $10,
contains:

No. 3.
Price $15,
contains:

Price Say

No. 5.
Price $5,
contains:

Leek—
Large London Flag. 1

Lettuce—
Early Curled Simpson
Butter Salad’. 5-2..------ 2...
Drumbead, or Malta... 2

Melon (Musk) —
Nutmeg
Green Citron

Melon (Water)—
Mountain Sprout
-Black Spanish

Onion—
Large Red Wethersfield
Yellow Dutch
White Portugal.

Okra, or Gombo...

Parsely—

Extra Double Curled
Parsnip—

Long Smooth...-...-.-.....-

Peas—
Carter’s First Crop :
Philadelphia Extra Early
McLean's Little Gem
Eugenie
Champion of England
White Marrowfat..---..
Pepper—

Large Bell
Sweet Spanish

Radish—
Long Scarlet Short-Top
Scarlet Turnip
French Breakfast
Rose-Colored Chinese Winter. -

Salsify, or Oyster Piant

Spinach—
Round-Leaf..-- .
Prickley

Squash—
Karly Bush Scolloped
Boston Marrow
Hubbard

Tomato—
Early Smooth Red
New York Market.-......-.../1
Feegee Island

Turnip —
Early White Strap-Leaf..
Red Top Strap-Leat ls
Improved American Ruta Baga's

Herbs, best varieties

ounce,

2 quarts.
5 (73

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74 PETER HENDERSON & CO.’8 CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

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frags fecds for Lawns, &o,

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Tignae preparation for laying down lawns is too often hastily and imperfectly made.
i The first point is to get the ground shaped to the desired grade, taking care in
grading that when hills are removed, sufficient sub-soil is also removed to be
replaced with top-soil, so that at least six inches of good soil will overlay the whole in
all places. When the grading is finished, drains should be laid wherever necessary ;
then the whole should be thoroughly plowed, a sub-soil following in the wake of the
common plow, until it is completely pulverized. A heavy harrow should then be
applied until the surface is thoroughly fined down; all stones, roots, &c., should be
-removed, so that a smooth surface may be obtained. The lawn is now ready to be
sown. When the seed is sown, a light harrow should again be applied, and after that a
thorough rolling given, so that the surface is made as smooth as possible. Inthe
latitude of New York the seed may be sown any time during the months of April and
May, and will form a good lawn by August, if the preparation has been good. If sown
in the hot months of June or July, a sprinkling of oats should be sown at the same
time, so that the shade given by the oats will protect the young grass from the sun.
Lawns are also sometimes sown during the early Fall months with excellent results.
For small plots, of course, digging, trenching, and raking must be done, instead of

plowing, sub-soiling and harrowing.
Per qt. Per bush.
Lawn Grass, “Central Park Mixture.” This mixture, identical with that
forming the lawns of the Central Park, New York, is unequalled.. 25c. $6 00
Lawn Grass. -Hine-mixeds. 2222 cts. acsaeeee os ace ibe selene aie eee neers 20c. 4 00

———__+@«—_—_

VAR LO US GQRVA SSS]

(Prices may vary slightly as the season advances.
F Per lb. Per bush.
Creeping Bent Grass (Agrostis Stolonifera). An excellent variety for

lawns, succeeding well in moist situations.........-....---.---- ae $4 00
Red-top Grass (Agrostis Vulgaris). Valuable as a mixture in either

pasture or lawn grasses; succeeds well in almost any soil.-..-- 66 2 50
Orchard Grass (Dactylis Glomerata). One of the most desirable of all

pasture grasses; especially valuable for grazing stock........-- 38 3 25

Sweet Vernal Grass (Anthoxanthum Odor atum). Useful as a mixture

with other grasses, on account of its early growth. It emits an

agreeable odorawhen-cut for Way. a2. seen seeks serie oeceisee saat oe 50c.
Kentucky Blue Grass (Poa Pratensis). Also known as June grass; a

valuable variety for lawns when mixed with other grasses;

thrives best in dry soils, and retains its verdure during the hottest

weather. xtra clean seed....-..-.. Deg sacra ae ee ae 5 00

Wood Meadow Grass (Poa Nemoralis). “Well adapted for either pas-
tures or pleasure-grounds, having a pure, succulent, and nutritive

herbage, of early growth, and thriving well under trees.......- 60c.
Rhode Island Bent Grass (Agrostis var.) One of the finest of grasses
for lawns when sown alone: sesccee eee aoe ee eee eee eee eee 4 00

Rough-stalked Meadow Grass (Poa Trivialis). Valuable for pastures
and meadows, particularly on damp soils and sheltered situations,
producing a constant supply of nutritive herbage, greatly liked
byncattloceccscck oats UL Sa eee se ae ene eee me OCS
Timothy, or Herd Grass (Phleum Pratense). This well-known variety
is extensively grown throughout the country. It will produce a
larger crop, and is said to contain more nutriment than any other

kind.. Sc Ne PER as 7 ee = SOU ee Oy eS RSet (Market price.)
English Rye Grass (Lolium Perenne). A very nutritious and valuable

grass for meadows and permanent pastures .......--- Soa ee 3 50
Italian Rye Grass (Lolium Italicum), A valuable European. variety,

thriving in any soil, and yielding early and abundant crops..-.. — -. 4 00

Hard Fescue (Festuca Duriuscula). One of the finest of dwarf-growing
grasses, thriving well in dry situations...............---.-.---- 30e.

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PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS. 75
ii VARIOUS GRASSES—Continued. “
Per lb.
Meadow Fescue (I’estuca Pratensis). A valuable variety for permanent pastures ;
makes excellent hay when sown with other kinds..--....---.-.-----.-.--- 50c.
Sheep’s F'escue (Festuca Ovina). Excellent for sheep pastures ; is short and dense
in growth, making it valuable for grass plots........-...-.---.----------- 30¢.
Bromus Schraderi, or Rescue Grass. Is valuable for pastures, being hardy, pro-
ductive, and of rapid growth..-...-..-.--.---20 5.2202 s0ecc ese eeces------- SOC.
—_—_—¢99—___ 5
CLOVERS.
(Subject to slight variations in price.)
Per lb.
Red Clover (Trifolium Pratense).-- See eee eke raveveiste reais Fos Ue Sen LOC
White Clover (Trifolium Repens)-- odinub Gondor G8 boa 66 Bacodost se sdeeaosaases) OE:
Lucerne, or F'rench Clover (Medicago Sativa) es Sree rep rarersyatere 25) c)ais axe siete ic aeeeas 50c.
Alsike, or Hybrid Clover (Trifolium Hybridum)....---...-.----.-------------- 60c.
Italian Clover (Trifolium Incarnatum). Scarlet; sow in July for soiling or mow-
Tae Wen \WIG? Sosgonones coos oo udos boob eS os ono Saeed ees oo uo eeE JOeeees 60c.
Bokhara Clover (Melilotus Leucantha). Affords excellent feed for bees throughout
MUSUSC AS OMe y reicte ta pace layseicte eiee eee ie iseterl= oo ereiotaysie yap ceie testes aivacisio isiseininnieies MEU 75¢.
Trefoil, Yellow (Medicago Lupulina). Hop clover..-.-....--..----------------- 75¢
—— +6
BIRD SEEDS.
Prices variable.
Per Ib Per qt.
Canary see esa jsenicn tees ies (Phalaris canariensis)...--.-.--.----- 33 25¢.
LOM Pine ae ee esi eee ee cece aee (Cannabis sativa)....--.--.+--------- ae 20c.
BODE Wy eh sete e yee otc ok Seis eis (Papaver rh@as)...-.---------------- 30c. v
Will et Sess ties aseacee ses (Panicum miliaceum) ....--..---- a 20¢
Rape essa eases osciseecisamteces (Brassica napus) ...-------------- = 30c.
Rice (Unhulled) .......--.-.-.---. (Onyzajeativd) naa) s elses = 30c.
Mocking) Bird/Fiood 2.2) eric sie bie reise Seteiss See oes wei _.Per bottle, 50e.
——¢o—___.

KITCHEN GARDEN ROOTS AND PLANTS.

ASPARAGUS ROOTS.
See page 43.

HORSE RADISH ROOTS.
Per 100..75c. Per 1,000... $6 00

RHUBARB ROOTS.

Myatt’s Victoria. Very large...... xy sdusee .--Per doz. $3 00
—— Linneus. Large and fine ; ; earlier than Victoria--:.-.-...---.... 3 00
JERUSALEM ARTICHOKES,
Strong Tubers.........-........-- --Per qt. 25c. Per bush. $6 00
PLANTS.
Of Cabbage, Cauliflower, Tomatoes, Celery, Sweet Potatoes, Egg and Pepper Plants,
in their season.
——— 6¢0 -——_
MISCELLANEOUS.

Broom Corn, Dwarf. .... (Holcus saccharatus)...---..-------------- Per qt. $0
Chinese Sugar Oane..... (Sorgho saccharatus) .....-..-------------- 0 30
Cotton, Sea Island....... (Gossypium herbaceum)...-------------+--- Per lb. 0 30
Flax Seed............... (Linum usitatissimum) -..----.------------ Per qt. 0 30
Opium Poppy ........-..(Papaver Somniferum)..----- Per oz. 30cts. Per Ib. 2 00
Potato Seed .....--......(Solanum tuberosum).----.-------------+-- Per oz. 1 00
Spring Vetches.......... (Vicia sativa)..-.--.-------- Per eile 25cts Perbush. 4 50
Sunflower .......... -- (Helianthus annuus) - ? iy Per qt. 0 30
Osage, Orange.... --(Maclura aur antiaca).. Soo deupeens Per lb. 0 75
Strawberry, Mixedtiiiees tara iia .. Per packet, 25 cents Per oz. 1 50
Strawberry, Alpine.................---.------ oY 1 50

50 .

Wfiscollansous arden Roquisites,

IMPROVED BRASS GARDEN SYRINGES.

Of various sizes and patterns, applicable for all horticultural purposes in the Con-
servatory, Forcing-house and Garden, fitted with caps or roses for ejecting water
in one stream, or dispersing it in the most gentle manner, or with great force,
when required.

3

Length of barrel 1314 in., diameter 1 >.

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Length of barrel 18 in., diameter 114.
No. 00, unpolished, one spray rose, adapted for throwing Whale oil soap, liquid
IRAY KN ancacoconcasvonood suo neooa abou doses badBtd coas sdacaGud ocoese $4 00
No. 2, Ladies’ Syringe, small size, with three roses..---.--.--------------------- 6 00
No. 5, best conical valve Syringe, large size, with one stream, and two spray
Mss) GoscesseoUEEeaeSoe Tero SESS pode dense Soue abnae babsohe onpo. Gago cesan8 9 00
No. 7, same as No.5, but having a knuckle-joint turning in all directions, for
washing the under surface of the leaves of plants, cleaning them from
RUA RCS eae Sec BAO Hea EASE mp BOCSonasoa ceo noodeb ceca cacosa as cSqesouSOSeC 11 00

BATES’ FOLDING PLANT PROTECTOR.

This simple arrangement is useful to all who have a garden. It not only protects
from bugs, borers, and fowl, but subdues all violence of wind, rain, and cold, keep-
ing off light frosts, and facilitating the growth of young plants in a wonderful
degree. When open, they cover nineteen inches square, but can be folded into a small
compass when not in use. With fair usage they will last for many years. Price, $1 50
per dozen.

NOYES’ HAND WEEDER.

This is a convenient, cheap, and useful little implement for cleaning away weeds,
working between plants, dressing pots, and for other small work, where a larger hoe
could not easily be used. Price, 50 cents each.

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’8 CATALOGUE OF SEEDS. 77

PLANT AND TREE LABELS.
Per 100 Per 1,000

GARDEN AND POT LABELS 4 inches long ......--..-.-.-.-------- 20e. $1 25
& o 5 PREP eos So BGs and Aa eee eee 25¢. 1 50
yy 6 SE 2 U Sica Seeiten ss a aatet arses 30c. 2 00
fe ‘ 8 NEB Seco HASH HE SO SUES 40c. 2 50
“ or NURSERY, 12 ce ls bagel RIC IS oe eene resize 75¢. 6 00
TREE LABELS, notched or pierced, 4 inches ........---....--...---- 20c. 1 25

CEDAR PLANT STICKS.

(Painted Green with White Tops.) Per doz. Per 100
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WHALE OIL SOAP.
For destroying and preventing insects on plants, vines, rose-bushes, &c.
2 lb. package, 35c.; 5 lb. box, 80c.; 10 1b. box, $1 50.

GISHURST COMPOUND.

An English preparation, highly recommended for preventing and destroying Red
Spiders, Scale, Meaty Bug, Thrip, Green and Brown Fly, &c.; also, for Winter dressing, and
washing walls, frames, and sashes of green-houses. Price per box, $1.

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TYING MATERIALS.

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FERTILIZERS.

BLOOD AND BONE.

This Fertilizer is made directly from the blood and bones of the animals slaughtered
at the immense abattoirs at Communipaw, N. J. It has been thoroughly tested by the
most intelligent market gardeners in the Bergen district of Jersey City, and all, with-
out exception, testify to its merits as a fertilizer. We ourselves, from our experiments,
believe it to be equal to the best Peruvian Guano, ton for ton, while the cost of the
Blood and Bone Fertilizer is fully twenty-five per cent. less than the Guano.

Price per 100 lbs., $5; per 1,000 lbs., $40; per ton, $65.

PERUVIAN GUANO.

From the large amount of ammonia and phosphate contained in pure Guano, it is
one of the best and most powerful stimulants for plants and growing crops. Before
using, it should be made fine, and may be mixed with loam, charcoal-dust, or plaster.
It should not be mixed with lime or ashes; muck and clay also are not suitable. It
should not come in contact with growing plants. As it is nearly soluble in water, it is
most easily converted into liquid manure, and when applied in that form its effects are
almost immediate. One pound of Guano to twenty gallons of water will be sufficiently
strong for a single watering each week, and more efficient than repeated waterings
with weaker solutions. Per pound, 10 cents ; twenty-five pounds, $2; per bag of about
one hundred and sixty pounds, 6 cents per pound.

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

Price.

. English Lawn Scythes, riveted backs, 30-inch, $1.25; 32-inch, $1.30; 34-inch,
$1.35 ; 36-inch, $1.40; 40-inch, $1. 50; 42-inch

- Best Brass Syringes, roses attached

roses in handle

Trowels, 6-inch blade, 35 cents; 7-inch, 40 cents; 8-inch

. Bayonet Hoe, 75 cents; with handle

Claw Hatchets, No. 1, $1 25; No. 3

. Bill Hooks, No. 1, $1.50; No. 2

. Broad Hatchets, No. 2, $1.50; No. 3

. Daisy Rakes, from $3.50 to

. Packing Needles

. Weeding Hook

. Pruning Shears, with spring

. Claw Hammers, two sizes, $1 and

. Hedge Shears, 8-inch

. Spring Pruning Shears

. Pruning Shears, without spring, 4-inch, $1; 6-inch, $1.25 ;

. Hedge Shears, 9-inch

. Scuftle Hoes, 6-inch, 75 cents; 7-inch, 80 cents; 8-inch, 90 cents; 10-inch, $1;
12-inch

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. Hedge Shears, 10-inch

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. Tree Scraper, 50 cents to

. Edging Shears, 8-inch, $3.75; 9-inch

. Pruning Saws, 14-inch, $1.25; 16-inch, $1.40; 18-inch, $1.50; 20-inch

. Budding Knife, $1.50; No. 31, $1.25; No. 32, $1.25 ; No. 33, $1; No. 34, $1.25;

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$1.25: No. 42, $1 25; No. 43, $1; No. 44, $1; No. "45, 4. 50 ; No. 46, $1.50 ;
No. 47, $1; No. 48, $2; No. 49, ‘$2; No. 50

. Garden Engine

. Improved Hinge Harrow, No. 1, $20; No. 2

. Wethersfield Seed Drill :

. Sickle, or Grass Hook, No. 1, 75 cents; No. 2, $1; 5

b Square- pronged Potatoe Hook, 4-prong, 75 cents; 3 5- -prong, 90 cents; 6-prong-

. Improved Prong Hoe

. Wooden Grass Rake

. Hay Fork, 2-prong, 75 cents; 3-prong

. Steel Rakes, 6 teeth, 75 cents; 8 teeth, 80 cents; 10 teeth, 90 cents; 12 teeth,
$1; 14 teeth, $1 25: 16 teeth

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This remarkably beautiful annual was introduced from the Philippine Islands, and
is undoubtedly the finest Amaranthus ever offered to the public.

The leaves, which are beautifully undulated, vary in the earlier stages of growth
from a green to a bronzy green shade, and are from five to seven inches in length, by about
a quarter of an inch in width. As the plants get stronger, the leaves at the ends of all
the principal branches assume a bright orange red color, and become more elongated,
generally being from ten to fifteen inches in length, forming magnificent bright-colored
plumes, and giving the plant a most elegant and picturesque appearance.

From its extremely graceful habit and rich colors, this plant produces a striking
effect when planted in large beds or masses; it also forms a very handsome object as a
single specimen for the centre of a vase or small bed, and is invaluable as a pot plant
for Autumn green-house decoration. Per Packet, 50 cents.

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‘Amaranthus Tricolor Giganteus.—A splendid variety from Cochin China, attain-
ing a height of from fonr to six feet, branching at the base, and assuming a somewhat
pyramidal form. The foliage is of a rich dark purple and green, changing to bright
scarlet at the summit. A bed of these plants presented a very fine appearance at our
grounds during the past Summer and Fall. (See colored plate.) Per packet, 25c.

Amaranthus Atropurpureus.—This novelty, originally from India, is of close, com-
pact growth, very easy culture, and succeeds in any soil. The plants are of bushy
habit, attaining a height of about two to three feet, and are covered with numerous,
half-drooping, bright blood-red flower spikes, which contrast advantageously with the
reddish-grey metallic-like foliage. In large masses, for which it is particularly adapted,
it will be found a valuable acquisition, a group seen from a distance being extremely
effective. Per packet, 50 cents.

Ageratum, Imperial Dwarf.—A very dwarf and compact variety of A. Mericanum,
very popular in English gardens. It is of a cheerful azure-blue color, very profuse and
long continued in bloom, growing about six inches in height. It will be found a useful
plant in garden decoration. Per packet, 25c.

Centaurea Clementei.—A robust and free-growing variety, producing crowns of
leaves deeply fringed and cut in lobes. To the elegance of the foilage must be added
peauty of coloring, the leaves, in their earliest stage, being so densely covered with
down as to be perfectly white, and, when matured and fully developed, still retaining
a bright silvery appearance. Per packet, 50 cents,

Collinsia Violacea.—A charming variety of thisinteresting genus of hardy annuals.
The plant grows from nine to twelve inches high, being rather, compact and bushy in
habit. The upper part of the flower is nearly pure white, while the lower portion is of
a deep violet-blue, varying in intensity in different specimens. Per packet, 25 cents.

Delphinium Nudicaule.—This is one of the most interesting and important plants
of recent introduction. Its dwarf, compact, branching growth, hardy constitution, and
free-blooming habit, taken in connection with the novel and striking color of its flowers,
render it peculiarly valuable. Its usual height is about twelve to fifteen inches, but it-
is occasionally dwarfer, and a few specimens have reached two and a half or three feet,
a fact of the utmost promise to the florist, exhibiting, as it does, the tendency of the
plant to vary from seed. The foliage is mostly green, but in many specimens both the
leaves and stems have a purplish tinge, which considerably enhances the attractions of
the plant. The flowers are produced in loose spikes, each blossom being about one inch
in length, the spur being in some instances straight and slender, in others thicker,
shorter, and more hooked. The color varies from light scarlet to ashade verging closely
on crimson, and when seen in the open air, especially in sunshine, dazzles the eye by its
brillianey. It is quite hardy, and is so early in its growth that it may be almost termed
a Spring flower, though by planting in various aspects, and sowing at different seasons,
it may be had in bloom during most of the Summer months. Per packet, 50 cents.

Godetia Whitneyi.—This beautiful variety is distinguished from all others of its

class by its dwarf habit and large flowers, produced at the summit of the stems and

. branches in crowded clusters. The flowers are the largest of the genus, being nearly

four inches across when fully expanded; the petal being blush-colored, marked about
the centre with a handsome crimson stain. Per packet 20 cents.

Helianthus Globosus Fistulosus.—This is perhaps the finest of all the Sunflowers.
The plants are very handsome attaining a height of from five to six feet, and about three
feet in diameter. The flowers, which are equally distributed,-and stand well above the
foliage, are very large, double, and globular-formed, and of a bright, rich saffron color.
Per packet, 20 cents.

Leptosiphon Roseus.—A very elegant and profuse-flowering variety, of dwarf and
compact habit, being only about six inches in height. This lovely little flower will be-
come a great favorite with all cultivators of annuals. It may be used for all decorative
purposes for which annuals are grown, and as a Spring-flowering pot-plant, will make
a brilliant and eftective display. Per packet, 25 cents.

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS. 83

Mimulus Roezlii.A new species found by Dr. Roezl, in the Sierra Nevada. It is
of very dwarf habit, being only four inches high, and is admirably adapted for small
groups or pot culture. The flowers are a bright yellow, the throat being prettily dotted
with red. During a long period it blooms most abundantly, the brilliancy of its color
producing a most charming effect. Being quite hardy, it will bear exposure to the sun
without injury. Per packet, 50 cents.

Mimulus Tilingi—A most interesting and charming variety of this beautiful class.
It grows to a height of three feet, of erect, branching habit, producing in great abundance
flower-spikes thickly set with pure golden yellow blossoms. The rich, bright color, and
the great profusion of flowers, continually open at one time, renders the plant an object
of great attraction. Per packet, 25 cents.

Primula Verticillata var. Sinensis(New Absynnian Primrose.) —This yery pretty
novelty is a hardy green-house perennial, growing about eighteen inches in height,
with tufted root leaves about ten incheslong. The leaves are covered with white mealy
powder, especially on the lower surface. The flowers, which are sweet-scented, are
similar in color to the common Primrose, but deeper in tint, and not quite so large. They
are produced in tiers or whorls, each tier consisting of twelve or more flowers. Per
packet, 50 cents.

Smilax (Myrsiphyllum Asparagoides).—There is no climbing plant in cultivation
that surpasses this in the graceful beauty of its foliage, and its peculiar wavy formation
renders it one of the most valuable of all plants for vases or hanging baskets, as it can
be used either to climb or to droop, as required ; in cut flowers, particularly for wreaths,
it is now considered indispensable by all florists. Per packet, 25 cents.

Solanum Hybridum Compactum.—This plant is of dwarf and compact habit, sel-
dom exceeding eighteen inches in height, and very close-branching, forming a dense, hand-
some bush, ‘The leaves are from three to four inches in length, by about one in breadth,
oblong-lanceolate in shape, tapering towards the base. The berries are bright red, large
and round, and are produced in clusters of from five to seven. It is admirably adapted
for the decoration of apartments, or for the dinner-table, and has a beautiful effect in
the green-house or conservatory. Per packet, 25 cents.

Statice Spicata.—This charming species is of annnal duration, flowering early in
the season, aud continuing in bloom for a very long time. The leaves are of a lively
emerald green, forming a spreading tuft, out of which rise a multitude of ear-like spikes,
branching in a pyramidally-arranged tashion, closely set with flowers of a lovely rosy
pink color. The whole plant represents a graceful bouquet about one foot in height, of
exceedingly handsome shape. It is very beautiful for dwarf beds or edgings, succeeding
im common garden soil. Per packet, 50 cents.

Viola Cornuta Perfection.—A fine variety of free growth, yet seldom exceeding six
to eight inches in height. The flowers, which are borne well above the foliage, retain
the characteristic horns of the V. Cornuta, but they are fully three times the size, and of
good substance. The color is shaded blue; the eye orange yellow, surrounded by a pur-
ple disc, from which proceed radiating lines of a still deeper purple. Per packet, 25 cents,

Zinnia Haageana Flore Pleno.—This variety is of the same habit of growth as the
well-known Z. Mexicana, the plant forming dense and gichly-branched tufts, of about
twelve inches high, by sixteen in diameter, and being abundantly furnished with termi-
nal flowers which are closely imbricated, and of the same fine form as the best double
Zinnia, although naturally much smaller in size. The flower is of a deep orange yellow
color, keeping its lustre when dried, thus rendering this Zinnia an acquisition for bou-
quet-making. It is also likely to be a good bedding plant, blooming continually till the
frost sets in. Per packet, 25 cents.

The Collection of Choice Flowers, numbering twe lve varieties, as
shown on our colored engraving, $2. !

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

flew Farietios of Pegotable foods.

Early Shipping Tomato.—One of the very earliest; flesh solid, with few seeds;
flavor excellent; color, beautiful crimson; fruit rather under medium size, growing in
immense clusters. The peculiar value of this variety is its valuable qualities for ship-
ping, its tough skin preserving it in transit longer than any other known sort. Per
packet, 25 cents. ;

McLean’s “Blue Peter” Pea.—This variety was the last result of the late Dr.
McLean’s hybridization, and is probably the best to which that eminent raiser’s name is
attached. We are informed that “‘ Blue Peter’ is a remarkable dwarf variety, not over
six inches high, dark green foliage, a splendid bearer, and of exquisite flavor, with large
well-filled pods—a decided improvement on Liltle Gem. Per packet, 50 cents.

Easte’s Kentish Invicta Pea.—Introduced for the first time last year. ‘Kentish
Invicta” is a round blue Pea, about two feet in height, with straight, handsome, well-
filled pods; is earlier than the best stocks of Daniel O'Rourke, whilst the fact of its being
a “Blue” Pea proclaims it to be infinitely superior in flavor to any white variety in
cultivation. Per half-pint packet, 25 cents; per quart, $1.

New Giant Rocca Onion.—A splendid large variety of Onion from Naples, of
globular shape, bright brown skin and delicate flavor. Bulbs were exhibited at the
Royal Horticultural Society of London, weighing over three and one-half pounds. Per
ounce, 50 cents.

Sooly Qua Cucumber, (Chinese Walk Cucumber).—This remarkable vegetable,
which created such a sensation when shown at the London Royal Horticultural Society’s
Meeting, in 1870, is wonderful alike for its immense fruit, large dark green glossy leaves,
and the beauty of its flowers. In China it is used by the natives as a regular article of
food, boiled with rice. The fruit is of rapid growth, specimens grown at our trial
grounds last Summer nieasuring from five and a half to six feet inlength. Price per seed,
50 cents. :

Autumn Giant Cauliflower.—This new and extremely valuable late variety is
perfectly distinct from any other sort. The leaves are long and tapering, and the habit
of the plant is robust, but very upright and compact. The heads are beautifully white, -
large, firm, and compact, and being thoroughly protected by the foliage, remain longer
fit for use than any other sort. Per packet, 25 cents; per ounce, $4.

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We desire to call attention to the following choice varieties of Veget-
able Seeds, which are among the best in their respective classes :—

Asparagus, Colossal (Van Sicklen).—The best variety, unrivalled in point of size,
productiveness, and quality. Per ouuce, $1; per pound, $10.

Beet, Egyptian Turnip.—The earliest Beet in cultivation; color, deep crimson, of
excellent quality, quite distinct from all other varieties. Per ounce, 40 cents; per
pound, $3.

Cabbage, Early Jersey Wakefield.—Our leading market sort; the best and most
profitable early variety in cultivation. Per ounce, $1; per pound, $10.

Cabbage, Early Wyman.—Larger in size than the Wakefield, which it succeeds ;
an excellent variety; highly esteemed in the Boston market. Per ounce, $1.50.

Cabbage, Fottler’s Improved Brunswick.—The earliest Drnmhead variety, of
large size and fine quality, when full-grown weighing from twenty to thirty pounds.
Per ounce, 75 cents; per pound, $8.

Celery, Henderson’s Dwarf White.—Our favorite market variety, of excellent
flavor, beautifully solid and crisp. Per ounce, 50 cents; per pound, $5.

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S CATALOGUE OF SEEDS. 85

Corn, Moore’s Early Concord.—A new and valuable variety, very early and pro-
ductive, and of unsurpassed flavor. Per quart, 75 cents.

Lettuce Early Curled Simpson.—This variety is largely grown in our market
gardens, and is perhaps the most generally useful for all purposes. It, properly speak-
ing, does not head, but forms a compact, close mass of leaves. This condition of maturity
is attained quicker than in varieties that form firm heads, which gives it the great
desideratum—earliness. Per ounce, 40 cents; per pound, $4.

Lettuce, Drumhead or Malta.—An excellent Summer variety, heads remarkably
large and compact, white at the centre, crisp and tender. Per ounce, 30 cents; per
pound, $3.

Phinney’s Early Water-Melon.—This is a valuable addition to our list of Melons.
It is of a dark crimson color, very compact, has a thin rind, and is of delicious flavor.
It is early, very productive, and keeps well, thus being particularly valuable for market.
Per ounce , 30 cents; per pound, $3.

Pea, Laxton’s Alpha.—A first early blue wrinkled marrow; very prolific, and of
fine flavor. Three and a-half feet high. Per packet, 25 cents; per quart $1.25.

Tomato, The Trophy.—(Head-quarters seed from Col. Waring. )—This fine variety
fully maintains its reputation, and is, without doubt, one of the earliest, the largest,
heaviest, and best-flavored Tomato that has been yet introduced; seed saved from early
selected fruit of perfect form and ripeness. Per packet 26 cents.

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Finest Hybrids of Gandavensis.

We have a large assortment of these magnificent Summer-flowering bulbs, which,
with a view to their more extensive dissemination and culture, we offer at the following
exceedingly low rates. The first plantings may be made about the latter end of April,
or first week in May, and will bloom in July, and by making successive plantings every
two weeks to the middle of July, they can be had in perfection until the ist of
November.

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These beautiful dried everlasting flowers are extensively used in the formation of
wreaths, crosses, anchors, crowns, and other devices. For making up Winter bouquets, ~
filling vases, &c., and for various decorative purposes, they are very desirable, and,
when tastefully arranged, in conjunction with the ornamental grasses, form very
beautiful objects. They are scarce this year, and somewhat higher in price.

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Green Moss used in making up the above, 25 cents per bunch: $2.50 per dozen.
Ornamental Grass Bouquets.—Very beautiful; each, 75 cents and $1.00.

_ _ Feather-Grass.—Graceful and ornamental, natural color, 30 cents per bunch ; dyed
in various colors, 50 cents per bunch.

Rustic Vases, Chairs, Hanging Baskets, &.

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No. 2.—3 feet 5 in. high, with ob- No. 6.—Three feet 10 inches high; center vase oblong, 16 in.
long vase, 22 in. long. Price, $10.

long; side vases, round, 12 inches wide. Price. $16.

No. 13.—Rustic bird house,
Size 9x12 inches. Price, $2.75.

No. 14.—Height 2 feet 6 inches ;
length of yase, the same. A fine
roomy stand. Price, $10.

No. 9.—Oblony vase, 22 inches in
length, extreme height, 4 feet 5 inches.
To top of vase, 2 feet six inches high.
Price, $14.

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No. 5.—Four sizes of the Hanging
Basket, 9, 91g, 11, and 1214 inches in No. 1,—A double vase—Jargest
diameter, with 3,4 and 5 inches of diameter,
depth for the plants. Price, $1.50, height3+4 feet. Heightoflower 4 very easy and handsome seat.
$2, $2 50 and $3. vase, 2feet4inches. Price, $12. — Price, $10.

No. 10.—-A rustic arm chair,
20 inches—extreme about the size of an office chair,

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No. 1. Wreath. No. 2. Anchor. No. 8. Cross, No. 4. Crown.

6 inches diam., 10c.; 12in., 50c.; 15 in. 60c. 8 iu., 15c.;10in., 18c.; 7 in., 75c.; 9 in., 90c.;
"Stns, WxES Gy thas alGyens 18 in., 70c.; 21 in., 80c.; 12:in., 20c:;) 15an., 25c.; 11in. $1.00; 13in. $1.10
9 in., 18¢c. ; 1039 in., 20c. ; 24 in., 90c. 18 in., 30c.; 21 in., 40c.; 15 in., $1.25,
12in., 22c.; 133¢ in., 25c. 24 in., 50c.

15 in., 30c.

No. 5. Star, No. 6. Heart. No. 7, Harp.

toe oo ae ewe; La ey Ue wey 12 in. 75¢c. ; 15 in. 12 in 75c.; 15 in. 90c.
12 in., 40c ; 15 in, 50c.; 12 in., 50c.; 14 in., 60c. 90c.; 18in., $1.00. 18 in., $1 00,
18 in., 60c. - p :

No. 9, Shield. No. 10. Pyramid. Ne, 11, Mal. Cross.

12 in., 60c.; 15 in., 75c. 10 in. 40c.; 12 in. 60c. 8 in. 40c ; 10 in. 50c.
15 in., 70c.; 18 in, 75c.; 12 in. 60c.; 14 in. 75c.
21 in., $1.00.

HPLoRIsts who have not before used these Wire Frames for designs of Flowers, will be surprised at the

advantage they are in constructing such designs. ‘They are now used exclusively in New York for such work,

* the low rates at which they are sold saving more than the cost of the labor of making them by the old methods,
besides giving correct shape to the different designs.

PETER HENDERSON & CO.’8 CATALOGUE OF SEEDS.

GODS HOLBROOK’S PATENT REGULATOR SEED DRILL.

WON THE HIGHEST PRIZE AT THE TRIAL OF SEED DRILLS
BY THE NEW YORK STATE AG’L SOCIETY, SEPT. 1870. =

For Sowing Beet, Carrot, Onion, Turnip, Sage, Spinach,
Sorghum, Broom Corn, Peas, Beans, eic.

Packed in crate for shipment, 50 cents extra. Full directions for using attached to
each machine.

HOLBROOK’S PATENT HAND CULTIVATOR \

Is an improved implement for field and garden use, to destroy and prevent the growth
of weeds between the rows of Beets, Carrots, Onions, Turnips, or other row crops, and
for flat cultivation generally. By removing the front teeth, which are secured by thumb- |°
screws, it will work from six to fourteen inches in width, and within one-half inch of a
plants. It saves a great amount of labor, and nearly all the hand-weeding, and
thoroughly pulverizes and mellows the soil. It will do the work of six men or more
with hoes. Price, $6.

THE VICTOR LAWN MOWER.

A perfect Lawn Mower and Garden Roller combined. This excellent machine com-
bines all the strong points of other Lawn Mowers, and many improvements, viz:
Lightest possible draft; enclosed gears; the most rapid motion; a perfect Garden :
Roller. The best and most durable Lawn Mower ever otiered to the public. Price, $25.

Full directions for use accompanying each machine.