Historic, archived document Do not assume content reflects current scientific knowledge, policies, or practices. A nmi ene hymen nae int ae eal eee: ek DOZEN HUNDRED _ BOSTON, MASS RAWSON’S DAHLIA FARM. RAWSON’S DAHLIA FARM SITUATED AT 5 GREEN ST.. MARBLEHEAD, MASS. will hereafter serve as our OUTDOOR DISPLAY AND SALESROOM and contain every vanity of flower which can be grown outdoors from seed, bulb or root. DAHLIAS ARE OUR SPECIALTY and will be the leading feature ; during the fall season we expect to show over 1000 distinct varieties in full bloom, the largest collection shown in one field in the world. A constant array of gallax and beauty in flowers will greet our visitors from the beginning of May until the end of October. May for Tulips and Jonquils. July for Ins, Lilies and Sweet Peas. June for Roses and Peonies. August for Gladiolus, Asters and Dahlias. September for Dahlias and late blooming Perennials. October for Hardy Chrysanthemums, Hardy Asters and Montbretias. We extend a cordial invitation to every flower lover in America to visit this instructive and interesting farm during the coming season. Sunday visitors especially welcome. AMERICAN LITHO. CO., N.Y. ~>e ye —_ — 7 ., AN EXHIBITOF po Spy WSON's SUPERIOR DA 3 en ee ed Aces gm weer NET es i gay we eet Ce EE SCs I SI 8 PS SG IS ES ET OI I I a I Ea UR ERIS SLT EN GE SE oF SS SAP ST cS Se SE Sy eer ey mene me Ba W. W. RAWSON & CO. High-Grade Seeds, Bulbs, Plants 5 UNION STREET, BOSTON, MASS. WHILE WE MAIL A GREAT MANY SEEDS AND BULBS FREE OF CHARGE, THE AMOUNT OF POSTAGE MUST BE ADDED TO SOME, WHER- EVER IT IS SPECIFIED IN THE CATALOGUE, . IF WANTED BY MAIL. \ i Please forward to. = uf Post Office | State ie _ Express or Freight Station 1 4 State if wanted by Mail ; Express (and Company, Ship via ( Freight (and Route) ; Steamer (and Line). Your Gardener’s Name_ vaya stall Amount Enclosed, $ | Packages ——_ — Please Do Not Write in This Space Reg. No. Date Rec. Credtt Billed — Filled by Checked by—__—— 2 Shipped. 04 ——— Date Shipped for the same will be refunded. W While we exercise the greatest care to have all SEEDS pure and reliable, and alli BULBS, PLANTS and NURSERY STOCK true to name, we do not give any warranty, express or implied, and will not be in any way nesponerbtelice eG a ae purchaser does not accept the goods on these terms and conditions, they must be returned at once and the money thas has been paid . . y . Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, Etc. Price Dollars | Cents Quantity Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, Etc. Price Dollars | Cents Our Specialties are Rare, Choice, Reliable, High-Grade Seeds, Bulbs and Plants. Quantity Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, Ets. | Price iT Dollars Cents. =" = as : KINDLY GIVE US BELOW SOME NAMES OF YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN | | GARDENING. KINDLY RECOMMEND US TO THEM, IF YOU CONSIDER US WORTHY. i | | | } | a oT Se a ee t W. W. RAWSON AND CO. 5 UNION STREET, BOSTON, MASS. | ks Oe a W. W. RAWSON & CO. 5 Union Street, Boston, Mass. om me me ee ee ee ee ee eee ee ee ee ete) ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ae em OUR SPECIALTY is to offer Exclusive Novelties of established merits. FREE DELIVERY Within a radius of fifty miles from the State House at Boston, we deliver free any order entirely composed of seeds and bulbs amounting to two dollars or over, provided cash accompanies the order. We deliver free to any post-office in the United States all flower and vegetable seeds by the packet, ounce, half-pound and pound. Also bulbs at single and dozen rates. If beans, corn and peas are wanted by the pint or quart, please add to remittance at the rate of 5 cents per pint, and 10 cents per quart. Fertilizers, insecticides and sundries are excluded from free delivery. No charge for packing, cartage or delivery of goods to any railroad station, steamer or express office in Boston. We charge only for two-bushel cotton bags at 20 cents each, and if returned in good condition, free of expense, they will be credited as charged. Name and address should be carefully written on every order. Special mention should be made if express offices and post-offices are located apart, and we would appreciate to be informed of your preference of transportation. Please use attached order sheet; extra blanks gladly furnished upon application. We do not offer premiums, but enclose with every order a liberal collection of seeds for trial; we then select such varieties as are not duplicated in the order. PRICES.—We don’t pretend our prices to be the cheapest, but we send out every article contained in this list ina reliable quality and as true to name as human possibility may suggest. INFORMATION BUREAU We cheerfully supply, to the best of our ability, any information desired on the subjects of Gardening and Farming, and solicit correspondence. Prompt reply assured. It is our particular desire to assist our customers in planning their gardens. We can recommend changes which might vastly improve your garden or estate. No charge for such services. BUREAU OF EMPLOYMENT Any Lady, Gentleman, or Estate, requiring the services of a Superintendent, Head Gardener, Assistant, or Coachman, would render us a great service by permitting us to recom- mend them reliable parties who seek positions. We constantly receive applications from reliable, well-experienced men who desire to make a change in their employment. SUTTON’S SEEDS We take pleasure in announcing that we have made arrangements with Messrs. Sutton & Sons, Reading, England, to distribute their world-renowned seeds to their American friends who so desire. Sutton’s Catalogue will be loaned upon application. All orders for spring, 1908, delivery should be in our possession by February |, 1908, to insure early delivery. We shall be glad to give further information upon this subject. : W. W. Rawson & Co. give no warranty, either express or implied, as to the growth, kind, description, quality, productiveness or any other matter regarding any seeds they sell; nor will they be in any way responsible for the crop resulting therefrom. If the purchaser does not accept them on these terms, he must return them at once, as they are sold upon these conditions only; where purity or growth are mentioned, they are only for guidance and without guarantee. January 1, 1908 ) Aclingron TResked Se Cdl en ee Rawson’s High-~Grade VEGETABLE SEEDS Rawson’s Practical Guide, V egetable-Growing, contains the most complete and up-to-date methods for the successful raising of vegetables, and will be mailed free to any one who desires it. We also mail free, upon application, the most complete planting table ever published in New England. We Wish to call attention to the many barieties of begetables we originated and the many specialties Wwe offer of exceptional fine strains, which cannot be duplicated from any other source. We debote now ober 200 acres of land to the raising of begetables for seed purposes only, and these are under the personal superbision of Mr. W. W. Rawson. ARTICHOKE Large Green Globe. The well-known French vege- table. The undeveloped flower-heads when properly prepared make a most delicious dish. Pkt. Io cts., oz. 35 cts., Yb. $1. We can also offer extra-strong plants of above for shipment in May at 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Jerusalem. This variety is grown for its tubers, which are edible. Qt. 20 cts., by mail 35 cts.; pk. $1. MOORE’S GIANT ASPARAGUS ASPARAGUS Early Giant Argenteuil. A very valuable variety on account of its earliness; produces a large yield and a more even growth than some of the other varieties; will resist rust. Pkt. ro cts., oz. 20 cts., 4% lb. 40 cts., Ib. $1. Barr’s Mammoth. Very large and strong shoots; early and very productive. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., YM Ib. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. Conover’s Colossal. A good standard sort of ap- proved quality. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4lb. 25 cts., Ib. 75 cts. ’ S One of the best sorts for New Moore’s Giant. England. Originated in Massa- >chusetts. Retains the head close until the stocks are quite long; it is of uniform color, while for tender- ness and quality it has no superior; very large and even-sized. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 41b. 25 cts., lb. 75c. Palmetto. Early, prolific and uniformly large. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 1octs., 41b. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. ASPARAGUS ROOTS It requires 100 plants for a single row of 150 feet TWO-YEAR-OLD ROOTS Per 100 1,000 Moore’s Giant. Home-grown roots....- $1 00 $7 00 lee WY4 5 op oGa0 o0GD00 0 o0d000000 0000005000 I 00 700 Conover’s Colossal.............---.+--- I 00 700 Giant Argenteuil..............-..+..--- I00 700 WE CAN OFFER A LIMITED QUANTITY OF THREE- YEAR-OLD ROOTS OF Per doz. 100 1,000 Moore’s Giant................-- $o 50 $200 $16 00 Barr’s Mammoth.............-- 50 200 1600 Conover’s Colossal............. 50 200 1600 Giant Argenteuil............... 50 200 1600 The above are extra-strong roots and are well worth the difference in price from the 2-year-olds. 5 UNION STREET S<=~— BOSTON, MASS. SOP SAY W.W. Rawson & Co. DWARF GREEN-PODDED BEANS One quart will plant 100 feet of drill, two bushels will sow an acre We supply packets of all varieties at 10 cts. each, postpaid. If larger quantities are wanted by mail, add at the rate of 5 cts. per pint and 10 cts. per quart extra for postage : An extra-early variety, with large, flat, Bountiful. green pods; stringless and very ten- der. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6. One of Rawson’s Dwarf Horticultural. ("°° varieties for shell beans. Pods very handsome, being yellowish and thickly splashed with bright crimson. Very productive. Pkt. 1octs., pt. 15 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6.50. Early Mohawk. Long, flat pods and very early and hardy. Used asa snap bean. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.35, bus. $5. Earliest Red Valentine. One of the earliest. Erect growing vines, with coarse dark green leaves. Round pods, crisp and tender and of medium length. A fine snap bean. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6. Extra-Early Refugee. About two weeks earlier than Refugee, and possesses the same good qualities. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.35, bus. $5. Goddard, or Boston Favorite. Pods green when young, and becoming highly colored on ripening. Beans very large, similarly marked like Horticultural, but much longer. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6. Hodson Green Pod. A recent variety with long green pods and wonderfully productive. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25, bus. $8. Longfellow Valued for its superior quality and = productiveness. Pods very long, straight and round, and of a beautiful pale green color; flavor is delicious and in every respect an ideal snap bean. Pkt. 1o cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6. DWARF GREEN-PODDED BEANS, continued Long Yellow Six Weeks. A very productive extra- early variety with long, straight, thick pods. Pkt. 1oc., pt. 15 cts., qt., 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.35, bus. $5. Low’s Champion. One of the most productive varie- ‘ties we have and can be used either as a snap or shell bean. Pods large, flat and borne well off the ground; beans of a beautiful bright red color. Pkt. Io cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6. Refugee, or 1,000-to-1. A fine green snap bean val- ued for either early or late planting. Often used for pickling. Pods round and tender. Pkt. to cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 gts. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Burpee’s Stringless Green Pod. One of the earliest and best of the stringless varieties. Pods very large, thick and straight. A fine vigorous grower and very pro- ductive. Unsurpassed for the home garden in earli- ness and superior quality. Pkt. Io cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2, bus. $7.50. Triumph of the Frames. The. finest forcing WENN CEI OM AKTAY dwarf habit ; a prolific bearer and extra-early. Beans very tender. Pkt. 25 cts., pt. 50 cts., qt. 75 cts. White Pea Bean. The popular baking Bean. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.25. Wonder of France. A superb French Bean, with long, tender pods of a very bright green. Pkt. tocts., pt. 30 cts., qt. 50 cts., 4 qts. $1.35, pk. $2.50. Yellow Cranberry. An excellent snap bean, used also as a shell bean. Very thick, long pods, borne abundantly. One of the earliest varieties, and popu- lar as a market kind. Pkt. to cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25c., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.35, bus. $5. Yellow Eye Improved. A fine variety for baking. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75c., pk. $1.25. L Arlington Tested Seeds= E£ OR_, GARDEN. FIELD AND FARM, DWARF WAX BEANS 4 i The finest Rawson’s Horticultural Wax. fhe finest existence. Since our introduction of this variety a few years ago, it has so rapidly grown in popular favor that we have no hesitancy in claiming it as superior to all other Wax Beans, not only on account of the beautiful color of the pods and delicious flavor, but also for its perfect immunity from rust. Pkt. 1oc., pt. 20 cts., qt. 4o cts., 4 qts. $1.35, pk. $2.50, bus. $9. Black Wax Improved. Clear waxy white pods of medium size and round. Very tender. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6.50. Blue-podded Butter. A distinct variety with bluish pods. Quite prolific, and excellent snap bean. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 4o cts., 4 qts. $1.35, pk. $2.50. Burpee’s Stringless White Wax. Handsome lemon-yellow pods; flat and very meaty. Very pro- ductive. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20cts., qt. 4octs., 4 qts. $1.35, pk. $2.50. Currie’s Rust-proof Wax. Large, flat, yellow pods, not affected by rust. Quite early and very productive. Pkt. roc., pt. 20c., qt. 30c., 4. qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6.50. 5 UNION STREET . ~~ BOSTON, MASS. ONLY BY Sorp w.W. Rawson & Co DWARF WAX BEANS, continued Davis Kidney Wax. Pods long, straight and waxy white in color, very productive; very tender when picked young. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25, bus. $8. Golden Wax. Probably the most tender of all the wax Beans. Long, broad, flat pods of a beautiful butter-yellow. Very productive. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25, bus. $8. Golden-eyed Wax. A very hardy sort, nearly free from rust. Quite prolific and a first-class variety. Pods flat, of a clear yellowand of excellent size. Pkt. 1oc., pt. 20c., qt. 3oc., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bu. $6.50. Hodson Wax. A new variety, wonderfully produc- tive. Beans long, tender and stringless if picked early. Free from rust. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bu. $7. An improvement over Improved Golden Wax. j}7 imprevementover in hardiness and earliness. Long, flat, stringless pods, in great abundance. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35¢., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25, bu. $8. Refugee Wax. One of the finest for the table. Very early, with long, round, yellow pods of delicious flavor. Perfectly stringless. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25, bus. $8. Wardwell’s Kidney Wax. 4_ superb variety for market or for table. Pods long, quite flat and handsome color. An abundant yielder. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25, bus. $8. White-seeded Wax. Medium-sized pods, quite flat and waxy white in color. Vines rather small. Pkt. 10c., pt. 20c., qt. 35¢., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25, bus. $8. DWARF, or BUSH LIMA BEANS Burpee’s Bush Lima. °<2"s very large, similar in shape and size to Large Pole Lima, with the same tender and delicious flavor. Grows to a height of about 20 inches, yielding an enormous amount of handsome pods, containing each from three to five beans. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25. Dreer’s Bush Lima. A very early variety of bushy habit, growing from 1% to2feet high. The thick, succulent pods are borne very profusely and each contains 3 to5 beans. Very hardy. Pkt. roc., pt. 20c., qt. 30c., 4 cts. $1, pk. $1.75. Dreer’s New Won- der Bush Lima. More productive than any of the other bush Limas. Beans very large and of delicious flavor. Pkt. 10c., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts, $1.25, pk. $2.25. DWARF, or BUSH LIMA BEANS, continued Henderson’s Bush Lima. The earliest of all the Bush Limas and will continue to produce pods till frost. Beans small, of the Sieva type and of excellent flavor. Of dwarf habit, attaining a height of about 18 in. Pkt. toc., pt. 20c., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75. ENGLISH DWARF BEAN Broad Windsor. The largest and best of this class. Broad flat beans of delicious flavor. Pkt. to cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25. POLE BEANS GREEN-PODDED 1 quart will plant 100 hills We can furnish cedar Bean Poles at 75c. per doz., $6 per 100 Worcester Pole The finest Pole Shell Bean in _ceultivation. This variety origi- nated in Worcester, Mass., and on account of its wonderful productiveness and superior quality takes first rank asa Pole Shell Bean. The strain we offer is an especially fine one, being a selected stock. The long, thick pods are brilliantly colored with crimson- carmine and are borne in clusters. Unequaled for tenderness and delicious flavor. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20¢., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2, bus. $7. Arlington Red Cranberry. As a string or snap Bean this variety is unsurpassed. Pods large and green. Very productive and early. The beans when ripe being of a beautiful red and of fine flavor. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75. Brockton Pole. A recent type of the pole Horticul- tural, the beans being much longer and brilliantly striped. Of very vigorous growth and a .prolific bearer. Pods long and curved and on ripening are splashed crimson. Pkt. Io cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 40 cts., 4 qts. $1.50, pk. $2.50. Noise Y y sur prAN rpN KEE pol” Ny : Arlington ested "seeds use ae oa ee Dutch Case-Knife. Fine for shell or string. Early, very productive and of fine flavor. Long, flat, green pods turning white. Beans broad, flat and kidney- shaped. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1. Golden Carmine-podded. A recent variety similar to Worcester, but earlier and having a bright golden color to the pods when young, turning crimson as podsripen. A very vigorous grower, with pods nearly stringless and as long as, if not longer than the Wor- cester. Pkt. 1oc., pt. 20c., qt. 35c., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25. Horticultural Pole (Speckled Cranberry). An old variety, but still one of the best for home garden. Pods green streaked with crimson, becoming more pronounced as they mature. Used asa snap or shell bean. Very vigorous growth and of delicious flavor. Pkt. 1oc., pt. 15¢., qt. 30c., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6. Lazy Wife. A large green-podded variety, stringless and quite prolific. Beans white and of fine flavor. Pkt. Io cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75. Improved Kentucky Wonder (914, Home- stead). Avery popular variety. Pods green, very long and flat and perfectly stringless. Enormously productive and the earliest of the green-podded varieties. Unsurpassed for the table, being very tender and of delicious flavor. Pkt. 1oc., pt. 20c., qt. 30c., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6.50. Scarlet Runner. Grown extensively for ornamental purposes, as flowers are a most brilliant scarlet and borne profusely. Beans are broad and flat, and of fine flavor when cooked. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1. White Runner. Similar to above, except flowers are a pure white. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20c., qt. 30c., 4 qts. $1. WAX-PODDED Indian Chief (the Pole Black Wax). White, fleshy pods not very long and excellent as snap beans. Very tender and perfectly stringless. The best of the Pole Butter Beans. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25. Pole Mont d’Or. A very early, productive wax va- riety of superior quality. Very tender. Pkt. 1o cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25., pk. $2.25. POLE LIMA BEANS One quart sufficient for 100 hills Bliss’ Extra-Early Lima (Early Jersey). The earliest of all the Pole Limas. Very productive and of the finest quality. Especially recommended for localities where season is short. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20c., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2. Dreer’s Improved Pole Lima. One of the most productive varieties. Pods of good size, broad and thicker than the Large White Lima. Classed as one of the later maturing varieties, but will produce till cut down by frost. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2. King of the Garden Lima. The largest pod. ded variety and very productive. Vines very vigorous, often produc- ing pods 6 to 7 inches long, containing five or six large beans. Of fine flavor. Pkt. Io cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2. Large White Lima. A very vigorous-growing sort, producing abundantly large, broad pods, dark green in color and well filled with beans. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6.50. Sieva, or Small Lima. The popular small-seeded Lima. Very prolific, hardy and quite early. Will continue to produce crop throughout the season. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6.50. Siebert’s Early Lima. Next to Early Tersey, the earliest of this class. Good-sized pods, quite thin and bearing three to four large, tender beans of the finest flavor. Very hardy and productive. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75. BEETS One ounce will sow 50 feet of drill. Six to eight pounds sufficient for one acre Beet seeds delivered free at prices quoted Crosby’s Improved Egyptian (Arlington-grown). The stock that we offer is Mr. Rawson’s personal selection and grown at our seed farm under Mr. Rawson’s_ super- vision. Therefore, we have no hesitancy in claiming it as the finest and truest strain of Crosby Egyptian to be had. This variety is probably sown more than any other for an early Beet, as it reaches the desired size in much shorter time. The Beets are of good size, rather flat than round and flesh dark. Also used largely for forcing in hotbeds. Pkt. 1rocts., 0z. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 35 cts., lb. $1.25. Rawson’s Arlington Favorite. The best variety for a second-early or main crop. Unsurpassed for form, flavor, deep red color of the flesh and general excellence. A great favorite with market-gardeners. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. go cts. Bassano. A very early, tender, flat variety. excellent for the table. Rather light-colored flesh and very juicy. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., Ib. 70 cts. Bastian’s Early Turnip. An old variety. very light in flesh and foliage and recommended for its large size and tenderness. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 50 cts. Boston Market. A SHOSHO: extra-early variety, valu- able for its size and quality. The largest of the early sorts, with small tap-root. Beets are very uniform in size and of excellent shape. The stock we offer is Arlington-grown. Pkt. 5c.,0z. 10c., 4 ozs. 25¢., lb. 75¢. Crosby’s Egyptian (New England-grown). A good strain of this popular variety, though not so select as our Arlington-grown. However, it will compare favorably with any other stock. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 1octs., 4 ozs. 20 cts., Ib. 60 cts. Sor ONENNONN Es aw son & Co. 5 UNION STREET ~S=— BOSTON, MASs. Early Columbia. A fine extra-early variety of good shape and size. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., Ib. 50 cts. Egyptian Dark Red. Very deep red early Beet, tender and delicious. Often used for forcing. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts. Detroit Dark Red. Nearly plopuiae with smooth dark skin and dark flesh, zoned lighter. A fine Beet for late planting, maturing early and keeping crisp and tender for a long time. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts. Dewing’s Blood Turnip. A very old variety, but still popular for the table. Resembles Arlington Favorite in form and color. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts. Unsur- Edmand’s Blood Turnip, 72°") for late planting. Deep blood-red flesh, very tender and juicy. Runs very evenly in size and quite round. Growsa small top. Leaves dark red with dark midrib. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 70 cts. Eclipse. Extremely early, globe-shaped with small tops. A great favorite with many on account of its tenderness and juicy flesh. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts. Swiss Chard. Cultivated largely for its broad leaf-stalks, which are treated the same as aspa- ragus. The young leaves are often used the same as spinach. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. Beet For Greens. Cut when young and used as greens. Oz. 5 cts., 4 0zs. 15 cts., lb. 30 cts., 10 lbs. $2.50. ARLINGTON-GROWN SEEDS are recognized in the market-gardening world as the “‘ Cream of Quality.” We are the largest growers of seeds in Arlington ARDEN, AND FARM, MANGEL-WURZEL and SUGAR BEET Six pounds sufficient for one acre Price of all the following varieties, delivered free: Pkt.5cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 15 cts., lb. 35 cts,, 10 lbs. and upwards (purchaser paying transit), 25 cts. per Ib. Golden Tankard. An enormous yielder of weight per acre and at the same time very nutritious. Flesh deep yellow. Of fine shape, growing largely above soil, thus being easily harvested. Kanes Yellow Globe. Bright orange color, Globe: shaped and of excellent quality. Flesh white and very nutritious. An enormous cropper. Mammoth Long Red. The largest and heaviest cropper of all the Mangels. Dark red skin, with whitish flesh. Grows one-half or more above the surface. Roots quite regular. Red Globe. Similar to Kinver Yellow Globe, except- ing color of skin, which is a deep red., Lane’s Imperial Sugar. An old variety of the Sugar Beet, valued for its productiveness and large percentage of sugar. Vilmorin’s Imperial Sugar. An improved French variety possessing the greatest percentage of sugar. BRUSSELS SPROUTS One ounce sufficient for a seed-bed 6 ft. square or 2 sashes. Will produce about 2,000 plants Aigburth. The finest variety of all the Brussels AI GB URSD EEC RIMS ONSE RUSS ET SROEROUDS Sprouts. Very large and of superior quality. Pkt. 5 cts., 02. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50, postpaid. BROCCOLI One ounce will produce about 2,000 plants Brussels Sprouts Plants White Cape. Resembles cauliflower. Very white and Fine SuoHne plants for June and July delivery. 20 cts. sure to head. Pkt. ro cts., oz. 40 cts., 4 ozs. $1.25, Ib. per doz., $1 per 100, $8 per I,000. $4, postpaid. CABBAGE One ounce will produce about 2,000 plants. One-quarter pound of seed will produce plants sufficient for one acre All Cabbage seeds delivered free at prices quoted EXTRA-EARLY VARIETIES stock of this variety which we offer has been se- lected by us with the greatest care, and we believe it POINTED HEADS to be second to none. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 0zS. 75 i $2.50. Rawson’s Volunteer. {h< carliest of all the |_ cts. ID. $2.50 eee) : ; = _abdages. Keady 10r | Charleston Wakefield. Similar in every respect to use in 75 to 80 days from planting of the seed. Where Jersey Wakefield, excepting size. Much larger and earliness and fair quality is desired this variety is just as early, thus recommending it to be of great unsurpassed. On account of its quick maturity the STATLEKS AO) ALIS ARRIGO, IKE RGIS. Ge 25 cts heads are not so hard as in some of the other varie- 4 ozs. 75 cts., Ib. $2 aa : isa agices sank ties. Resembles somewhat the Early Etampes in SAS ene aha terme shape and size and grows very compactly. Pkt. 10 cts., %oz. 20 cts., oz. 30 cts., 4 ozs. $1, lb. $3.50 Early Etampes. Next to Raweone volunteer: the EARLY VARIETIES earliest variety we have. Oblong heads rounded at the topand seldom failing to head. Medium size, very ROUND FLAT HEADS solid and firm. Pkt.5c., oz. 15¢., 4 ozs. 50c., Ib. ‘$1. 75; Early Spring. Our strain of this variety is from Early Winnigstadt. Regular conical heads, very extra selected stock, and we believe it to be unequaled solid and firm and excellent keepers. Quite early by any other. It is the first early round-head Cab- and a sure header. Appears to be affected less by bage, maturing about the same time as Jersey Wake- the cabbage-worm than any of the other sorts. Pkt. field. One of its chief claims to superiority is the 5 cts., Oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50. remarkable uniformity of the heads. They are also 6 very solid even when young and with very small Early Jersey Wakefield. Pt02>!y the | outside leaves. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., sively grown of the extra-early kinds. Though not To 2-0°: so early as the preceding varieties, nevertheless, its Early Summer. A fine all-round early variety, ma- superiority as regards firmness, sureness of heading turing about ro days after the Early Spring. Very and keeping qualities recommend it as first-class. solid ‘heads, of good size and excellent quality. Pkt. Heads are very compact and of medium size. The 5 cts., Oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., lb. $2. WE TAKE GREAT CARE TO FURNISH FRESH SEEDS ONLY 8 SECOND-EARLY, or MAIN-CROP CABBAGE ALL ROUND FLAT HEADS ? : A new strain for a Rawson’s Perfection. main-crop Cabbage that we believe to be superior to any other ever sent out. From our observations taken at our trial grounds we feel that we cannot say too much in its praise, as it is as near to perfection as it can possibly be. Its marvelous uniformity of size, its perfection of form, its solidity of head and its excellence of flavor at once proclaim it as a variety of the highest pos- sible merit. Pkt. rocts., oz. 35 cts., 40zs. $1.25, lb. $4. All Head. Valued for size of heads, which are very large for a second-early variety. Of very compact growth, with very solid, firm heads. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., lb. $2. All-Seasons. Very extensively used as a main-crop variety. Heads are very large and solid and it does equally well for either early or late planting. Unsur- passed in quality and ranks high among the leading varieties for sweetness, tenderness and richness of flavor. Pkt. 5 cts.. oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., lb. $2. Fottler’s Brunswick. Selected Stock. Considered by many gardeners as second to none of the second-early va- rieties. Valued for its compact habit, short stem and large, solid head of the very finest quality. Our stock of this variety has been selected with the greatest possible care, and we can justly claim that ithas no superior. Pkt. 5cts., 0z. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. Succession. A very popular variety in the vicinity of Boston for main or late crops. Comes in after Early Summer and is larger in growth, with heads more uniform. Has superior keeping quali- ties. Pkt. 5 cts.,0z. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50. A variety of great merit where Volga. uniformity of heads, short stems and very little foliage are desired. Used largely for a late fall crop, the Volga Cabbage, continued heads weighing 12 to 15 pounds each. On account of its compact growth, plants may be set very close together. Excellent keeper. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 25 cts., 4 0zs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. LATE WINTER VARIETIES Rawson’s Stone Mason Drunhead. Arlington- grown seed Our own selection — of Stone Mason, on which we pride ourselves as_ being the very choicest offered by any seed-house. Grown extensively by the mar- ket-gardeners of New England for late fall and winter use. Its wonder- ful keeping qualities are unsurpassed by any other variety. Heads are very large, round, wonderfully solid and of a crispness and tenderness that is remarkable. Pkt. ro cts., oz. 35 cts. 4 ozs. $1, lb. $3.50. Autumn King. Very solid, large heads, with few outer leaves and remarkable for the weight pro- duced per acre. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 Cts., Ib. $2. Emperor, or Danish Ball Head. Famous for its hard-heading qualities, which at once recommend it as highly valuable for shipping. The magnificent heads are round in form and keep in excellent condi- tion when buried during the winter, coming out in the spring perfectly solid. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., 4 ozs. 85 cts., Ib. $3. EARLY SPRING CABBAGE 5) ALL LATE WINTER CABBAGE, continued Marblehead Mammoth. Where largest heads are desired this variety ex- cels any other. Heads often weigh 60 pounds a- piece and should be planted at least 4 feet apart each way. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., lb. $2. Premium Flat Dutch. A fine variety for winter use with large, round, solid heads, flattened on the top. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., Ib. $2. Warren’s Stone Mason. A fine variety for winter use, but not as select as Rawson’s Stone Mason. Large, solid heads of fine quality; very firm.. A good keeper. Pkt. 5 cts., Oz. 25 cts., 4 Ozs. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50. SAVOY CABBAGE ? Our Own Private Rawson’s Globe Curled. Stock. Thestrain that we offer of this excellent variety is of our own careful selection at our Arlington farm, and we can confidently claim it as second to none. A’sure header, the heads being of excellent size and shape and of the finest flavor. Leaves few, wrinkled and dark green. Has the advantage of being improved by frost. Pkt. 10 cts., 0z. 35 Cts., 4 Ozs. $r. 25, Ib. $4. Savoy Drumhead. A large-headed Savoy Cabbage combining the keeping qualities of the Drumhead with the fine flavor of the Savoy. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., Ib. $2. ingkon Tesfed Seeds= EF OR_, GARDEN. FIELD AND FARM, RED CABBAGE Blood Red Erfurt. A very early variety with rather small, solid heads, very hard and excellent for keep- ing. Short stems, very compact grower and heads of a rich deep color. Pkt. 5C., OZ. 20C., 4 ozs. 60c., Ib. $2. Large Red Drumhead. The popular variety of Red Cabbage, largely on account of the handsome large solid hheads and the beautiful deep red color. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., Ib. $2. Mammoth Rock Red. This is oe far the largest Red Cabbage grown. We have an extra fine strain of special quality to offer this season. Heads extremely solid and firm and weighing about 10 pounds. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50. Cabbage Plants Fine strong plants grown at Arlington FOR DELIVERY APRIL 20 TO MAY 20 Early Jersey Wakefield, Early Spring, Early Summer. 20 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $7.50 per 1,000. FOR DELIVERY JUNE 15 TO AUGUST 1 Rawson’s Perfection, Stone Mason Drumhead, Fottler’s Brunswick, Globe Curled Savoy, Large Red Drumhead. 20 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $7.50 per 1,000. CARDOON The midribs of the leaves are the edible parts. They are blanched in the same man- ner as celery and used in soups or stews. Sow in April in drills one inch deep, trans- plant when one year old in trenches 3 feet apart andi foot apart in rows. The roots remain from year to year. Large Smooth. The best variety. 10 cts., Oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts. Pkt. RAWSON’S HORTICULTURAL WAX BEAN A TRIUMPH OVER NATURE Sg WW. Bawson 8 Co 2 2 West ON Mass, CARROT One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill. Three to four pounds sufficient for one acre All Carrot seed delivered free at prices quoted Danvers ial VongeaHington! Special Strain) Op. our spe- cialties are selected with greater care than this magnificent strain of the paves : Carrot. It runs remarkably true to the correct type, which is of a deep orange color, of medium length, tapering uniformly to a blunt point. Flesh smooth and handsome, sweet, crisp and tender. Although of medium length, this strain will} give the largest yield per acre of any of the Carrots. Pkt. 10 cts., 0z. 35 cts., 4 ozs. $1.25, lb. $4. Danvers Half-Long Improved. Similar to above, and, though not quite so select, will compare favorably with any other stock. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., 4 ozs. 35 cts., Ib. $1.25. Chantenay. A half-long Carrot, medium early, bright orange, large shoulders and stump-rooted. Quite extensively grown for market. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. go cts. Early Scarlet Horn. An excellent variety for early forcing. Grows with a small top, is very fine-grained and of good flavor. A stump-rooted variety and being short will succeed in shallow soils admirably. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. go cts. French Forcing. The earliest forcing variety. Root globular, small, reddish orange in color and of excellent flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., Ib. go cts. Guerande, or Oxheart. One of the finest for table use. Bright orange, broad at the top and terminates abruptly in a small tap-root. Length about 5 to 6 inches. Very fine-grained and sweet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 Ozs. 25 Cts., Ib. go cts. Half-Long Scarlet (Pointed Root). A medium-sized variety and excellent as an early variety. Flesh bright scarlet, brittle and of fine flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 Cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. go cts. Nantes Half-Long (Stump- rooted). Excellent for forcing in beds. Smooth, bright orange roots with orange flesh, becoming yellow in center. Of medium size, with fair-sized tops. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. go cts. Long Orange Improved. The best of the long Carrots, especially for stock. Color bright orange, with long tapering roots, requiring a deep soil. Our strain of this sort is extra fine. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. Large White Belgian. Extensively grown for stock feeding. Roots pure white, green above ground and growing to a large size. Flesh rather coarse. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts. St. Valery. An intermediate variety, after the style of the Danvers, but tapering to a point. Color a reddish orange. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., Ib. 75c. HIGH QUALITY IS OUR FIRST CLAIM Cauliflower One ounce will produce about 2,000 plants Cauliflower seed deliver- ed free at prices quoted Rawson’s Sea Foam. Unsurpassed for earliness, attractive appearance and superb quality, This strain we have offered for a number of years, and the many words of praise we have received every year bear evidence to its sterling worth. It is of dwarf, compact habit with large, firm and beautifully formed heads. Js certain to head when conditions are favorable and forms the nearest to a pure white head of any Cauli- flower we have ever seen. Pkt. 25 cts., 4oz. $1, %oz. $1.75, OZ. $3, 4 OzS. $r0. CAULIFLOWER, continued Early Snowball. A very early dwarf variety, pro- ducing splendid white heads of the finest quality. Can be planted 18 to 20 inches apart. Pkt. 25 cts., Yoz. $1, %0z. $1.50, OZ. $2.75, 4 zs. $9. Extra-Early Dwarf Erfurt. This variety is much in demand by market-gardeners for main crop. Its earliness, compact habit, large-sized heads and snow- white color recommend it to every grower as a vari- ety of especial merit. We have an extra-selected stock of this sort and recommend it with the great- est confidence. Pkt. 25 cts., Yoz. $1, 1%0z. $1.50, oz. $2.50, 4 ozs. $9. Algiers. A very popular late variety with large heads. Pkt. 10 cts., %0z. 50 cts., 0z. 75 cts., 4 0zS. $2.50. Early Paris. An early variety with medium-sized heads. Pkt. 10 cts., %0z. 50 cts., Oz. 75C., 4 0zS. $2.50. Cauliflower Plants Hotbed-Grown. May delivery. 20 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $9 per 1,000. Field-Grown. June 15 to August 1 delivery. 20 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $8 per 1,000. CELERY One ounce will produce about 3,000 plants All Celery seed delivered free at prices quoted p) Rawson’s Boston Market. U2¢x¢e!led for tender- ness and crispness. This variety has achieved an envious popularity in the vicinity of Boston, and for the table is unsurpassed for the crispness of its suc- culent stems and the peculiarly mild flavor. It forms L Acinglon Tested Seeds 12 ae OR_, GARDEN. FIELD AND FARM, RAWSON’S BOSTON MARKET, continued a cluster of heads instead of a single large one, and must be banked up with dirt to blanch successfully. Our strain of this Celery is Arlington-grown, and as pure a stock as can be obtained. Pkt. 15 cts., oz. 40 cts., Oz. 75 cts., 4 ozs. $2. Giant Pascal. A superior variety for the market- gardener. Excellent for fall or winter use, and has increased in popularity every year. A large, tall grower of the finest nut flavor, being free from any bitter taste. Very broad stalks, blanching very quickly with little banking up. An admirable keeper. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., Ib. $2. Rawson’s Paris Golden Self-Blanch- ing Unsurpassed for an extremely early Celery, ->* in fact, it is the only early Celery raised in this vicinity to any extent. The plant has a beauti- ful appearance, with its close compact, habit and rich golden yellow stalks. It is self-blanching to a re- markable degree, though boards are generally used to hasten it. Pkt. 1oc., %oz. 30¢., 0z. 50C., 4 0zS. $1.50. Pink Plume. _ Self-blanching variety, the stalks having a decided pinkish tinge. Though very attrac- tive inappearance, it does not compare favorably with the Paris Golden. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts. White Plume. Similar in growth and habit to Pink Plume, excepting color of stalks, which are a pure white. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts. Soup Celery for Flavoring. lb. 10 cts., lb. 25 cts. Celery Plants We make a specialty of these at our Arlington Farm and can supply strong, transplanted plants as follows: JUNE AND JULY DELIVERY Paris Golden, Giant Pascal, Boston Market. 20 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $7.50 per 1,000. CELERIAC Turnip-rooted Celery One ounce sufficient for 75 square feet of bed Earliest of All. The earliest variety. Of very regu- lar form. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., post- paid. Large Smooth Prague. An improved form, pro- ducing large, smooth roots which are nearly round. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., postpaid. CHERVIL One ounce sufficient for 100 feet of drill Curled. An aromatic herb, resembling parsley, and used for flavoring in soups and salads. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., postpaid. CHICORY One ounce is sufficient for a bed of 4 square yards Large-rooted, or Coffee. Leaves when blanched make an excellent salad. Pkt. 5 cts.,oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. CHIVES Grown entirely for tops and are perfectly hardy. Give an excellent onion flavor to soups. Seed. Pkt. 15 cts., %oz. 40 cts., oz. 75 cts., 4 0zs. $2.50, Ib. $7.50., postpaid. Roots. Per clump 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100, by express. [Skis ae Wa aW SONG 1Co. CORN, SWEET, or SUGAR One quart will plant 200 hills, one peck sufficient for one acre in hills We supply packets of all varieties at 10 cts. each, postpaid. If larger quantities are wanted by mail, add 5 cts. per pint and 10 cts. per quart extra for postage EXTRA-EARLY 2 Josiah Crosby Strain. Extra-Early Crosby. The finest extra-early variety where quality is the first consideration. Ears very short, not over 7 inches, 12- to 16-rowed. Rich sugary flavor and very productive. Our stock of this standard variety is extra-selected and perfectly true to the type. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 3octs., %pk. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6. Rawson’s Golden Dawn. U"surpassed for eT Sweetness. Ears golden yellow, borne twoor three to the stalk. Eight- to 12-rowed, of handsome yellow kernels, even to ex- treme end of cob. Nothing betterfor the home garden. Pkt. 10c., pt. 20c., qt. 35c., pk. $1.25, pk. $2.25, bu. $8. Aristocrat. One of the largest of the extra-early sorts, ripening at the same time as Early Cory. Ears of fair size and quite sweet. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., %pk. 85 cts., pk. $1.50, bus. $5. Burbank Early Maine. Medium size ears, white cob and kernel. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., Ypk. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Early Cory (Red Cob). One of the very earliest and fine for a market variety. Medium size ears. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., %pk. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Selected ears, 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. Early Crosby. Not so early as the Josiah Crosby strain and with larger and more pointed ears. Of fine quality and very sweet. Pkt. 1oc., pt. 15c., qt. 25¢., Y%pk. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Selected ears, 1oc. each, 75 cts. per doz. Early Premo. Earlier than the Cory, with fair-sized ears. Quite sweet and very tender. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., %pk. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Early Metropolitan. By far the largest of the extra- early varieties. Flavor excellent. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., %pk. 85 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Golden Bantam. The earliest yellow sweet corn. Ears small, well formed and remarkable for sweetness. One of the most valuable varieties for the garden. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25. Peep-o’-Day. Fully a week earlier than any other sort and one of the sweetest of the extra-early varie- ties. Medium size ears and very prolific. Pkt. 1octs., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., %pk. 85 cts., pk. $1.50, bus. $5. Quincy Market. A superior strain and closely allied to the Crosby strain, and is considered excellent. Pt. 20 cts., qt. 30 cts., }4pk. go cts., pk. $1.50, bus. $5. White Cob Cory. Similar in every way to Early Cory, excepting kernels, which are white. Pkt. toc., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., %pk. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Selected ears, 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. MEDIUM-EARLY Concord Bearsfoot. One of the best for general crop. A favorite with the market-gardeners. A great yielder, ears of good size and very sweet. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., %pk. 85 cts., pk. $1.50, bus. $5. Moore’s Concord. Large, handsome 14-rowed ears. A very large yielder and of the finest quality. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., %pk. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. ? 7 The richest flavored and Potter $s Excelsior. sweetest of all the me- dium early varieties. Large 12-rowed ears with deep kernels. Ripens fairly early. One of the finest Sugar Corns for the table. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4pk. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Selected ears, 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. Marblehead Mammoth. A very large variety of fine quality. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., “pk. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Perry’s Hybrid. Quite early and of good size. A fine market variety. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., Ypk. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Ralbson’s ‘‘Ideal’’ Lalbn Grass is the result of a ten years’ test right here in New England, and must be acknowledged as the most perfect Lawn Grass Mixture offered for New England. 13 EEO A ; eeeds= E£ FIELD SAND PARM ingion Tested LATE SWEET CORN Black Mexican. An extra fine variety, unsurpassed for sweetness. Ears bluish black when ripe, but whiten on being cooked. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., %pk. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Selected ears, 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. Country Gentleman. Valued for its richness of flavor and productiveness, having 3 to 4 good ears to the stalk, all extra large with exceedingly deep ker- nels. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., pk. 85 cts., pk. $1.50, bus. $5. Selected ears, 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. Mammoth Late. The largest late variety; very pro- ductive and sweet. Pkt. Io cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., pk. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Selected ears, 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. Stowell’s Evergreen. Recognized everywhere as the standard variety for market and home use. Re- mains longer in green state than any other sort. Very large ears, with deep grains and remarkably sweet. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4pk. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Selected ears, 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. POP CORN Queen’s Golden. Large ears, yellow kernels. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts. White Rice. Short ears, white, pointed kernels. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts. Red Beauty. Round, red kernels on medium-sized ears. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts. CRESS CORN SALAD One ounce sufficient for 16 square feet One ounce sufficient for bed 20 feet square Extra Curled. Fine for salads. Sowings should be made at intervals of 10 days in shallow drills. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts., postpaid. Upland. Hardy perennial, coming up early in the spring. Pkt. 5c., oz. toc., 4 ozs. 25c., lb. 75¢., postpaid. , Water. Sow seed side of a stream or pond or in ISYNA/SAOISIE) LeROVSINC) SEARED AY EVS EDL INIS damp soil. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 40 cts., 4 ozs. $1.25. A TRIUMPH OVER NATURE 14 Large-leaved Fetticus. Used as a salad. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 60 cts., postpaid. SOrD ONLY w.w.k aw son & Co. 5 UNION STREET ~— +~BOSTON, MASS. CUCUMBER One ounce will plant 50 hills. Two pounds sufficient for one acre Cucumber seed delivered free at prices quoted ’ The finest strain of Rawson's Hothouse. Cucumber for forcing and outdoor planting in existence. It isan improve- ment on Rawson’s White Spine, the fruit being two inches longer and darker green in color. We have attained this result by years of selection, and feel con- fident that this strain cannot be equaled in this country. The great number of complimentary letters we have received warrant us in making the above claim, and we can not recommend it too highly. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. 40 cts., oz. 75 cts., 2 ozs. $1.25, 4 ozs. $2. A very superior 9 e e Rawson’s White Spine. 3.00 y eyocine and outdoor planting, that up to the time of our send- ing out Rawson’s Hothouse was considered the best tobehad. Fruit very even insizeand regular in form; color dark green, with white or light spines running from blossomend. Pkt. toc., oz. 50c., 4. ozs. $1.50, lb. $5. An extra selected Arlington White Spine. 4” cxtra sev cted Spine, selected with a view to obtain evenness of size, form and color for forcing in frames. This strain we consider by far the finest for growing in hotbeds. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. Improved Early White Spine. 72¢)<*! culture, and a great favorite for the home garden. Very prolific bearer. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 0zs. 40 cts., lb. $1.25. Boston Pickling. The standard variety in the vicinity of Boston for pickling. Fruit bright green, of uniform size, pointed at each end, quite short and very productive. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., 4 ozs. 3o0c., lb. $1. Cumberland. A pickling variety of recent introduc- tion that possesses especial merit. Thickly set with fine spines and fruit especially straight. Very tender. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., lb. $2. Early Short Green. A very early and productive variety, dark green.and rather short. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., lb. $1. Early Green Cluster. One of the extra-early varie- ties. A great bearer, fruit borne in clusters near the root. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. to cts, 4 ozs. 30 cts., Ib. $1. Early Russian. The earliest variety in culiivation. Fruit 3 to 4 inches long, pointed at each end and covered with fine small spines. Very few seeds. Pkt. 5 cts., oz, 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., lb. $1, 15 Green Prolific. prolific bearer. Ib. $r. Improved Extra-Long Green. A standard sort for outdoor culture; dark green, tender and very pro- tive. Of uniform size. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 10 cts., 4 OZzs. 30 cts., Ib. gr. Fine for pickling or slicing. Very Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 0zs. 30 cts., AS ) oN>. SPINE 4 Ravin De nea aut OR_. GARDEN. FIELD AND FARM, et geOn ‘Tesfked Seeds FE CUCUMBERS, continued Japanese Climbing. Often used for ornamental pur- poses, as the vines are very vigorous, throwing out tendrils, enabling them to climb trellises admirably. Dark green fruit, quite large and very tender. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 4o cts., Ib. $1.25. ENGLISH FRAME Telegraph. Pkt. 25 cts. Rockford’s Favorite. The most popular variety on the English market at the present time. Pkt. 25 cts. DANDELION One ounce will sow 200 feet drill. Two pounds sufficient for One acre French Thick-Leaf. Far superior to any other va- riety. Our stock of Dandelion is from our own grow- ing, and we can recommend it as the very best. Pkt. 10 Cts., 0z. 60 cts., 4 ozs. $2, lb. $6, postpaid. ENDIVE One ounce sufficient for 150 feet of drill Endive seed delivered freeat prices quoted Broad-leaved Batavian. Long, broad leaves; very fine for salads. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50. Giant Fringed. A _ vigorous grower, with handsome, broad fringed leaves and a white heart. Pkt. 5)\cts:, oz. 20-cts:, 4 ozs. 75 cts., Ib. $2. Green Curled. The hardiest of all, with beautifully curled dark green leaves; tender and crisp. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50. White Curled. Very tender and white. Blanches easily. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50. EGGPLANT One ounce will produce about 1,000 plants New York Improved Spine- less. Considered the best va- riety. Oval-shaped; deep pur- ple; large size and fine flavor. Pkt. ro cts., 0z. 30 cts., 4 ozs. $1, postpaid. EGGPLANT, continued Early Long Purple. A very hardy variety, producing abun- dantly. Fruit longer and smaller than previous variety. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4°0zs. 75 cts., postpaid. GOURDS Dipper-shaped. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., postpaid. Dish Cloth. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., postpaid. Japanese Nest Egg. Pkt. 10 cts., 0z. 30 cts., postpaid. Sugar Trough. Pkt. io cts., oz. 30 cts., postpaid. KALE One ounce sufficient for 150 feet of dril]. Four pounds will sow one acre Dwarf Green Curled Scotch. Beautifully curled bright green leaves, tender and of fine fla- vor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. Siberian. A very hardy variety generally sown in the fall, and treated the same as spinach. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 Ozs. 25 cts., Ib. 75 cts., postpaid. Spring, or Large-seeded. Sow the first thing in the spring in rows about 18 inches apart. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., Ib. 4octs., postpaid. Tali Curled Scotch. Bright green curled leaves; very hardy. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., Ib. 75 cts., postpaid. LEEK One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill Carentan. Largest variety; hardy and of the finest quality. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50cts., lb. $1.50, postpaid. Large American Flag. Very vigorous grower. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., lb. $1.50, post- paid. Large Rouen. Finest for forcing. Very broad, thick leaves. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50, postpaid. 16 Soa” W.W. Rawson & Co, 2" SosTon, Mass. KOHLRABI One ounce sufficient for 200 feet of drill Early Purple Vienna. Fine early variety, with blue outside and white flesh. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., postpaid. Earliest Short-leaved White Vienna. Fine domthe table; white flesh. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., postpaid. eer Early White Vienna. Similar to fo erie Dare excepting color. E REY WHITE VIENNA Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., postpaid. a Ce LRABI Plants Ready for Delivery June and July 20 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $7.50 per 1,000. LETTUCE One ounce sufficient for 125 feet of drill, and will produce 4,000 plants Lettuce seed delivered free at the prices quoted ’ The largest and best plain-leafjvariety for forcing. A very choice selected Rawson Ss Hothouse. strain BE Our own RElectiOn: adapted for hothouses and hotbeds only. Heads enormous in size, sure to head and not liable to rot in the heart. This variety is probably grown more than any other by the market-gardeners of Boston and vicinity, who are famous for the superior quality of their Lettuce. Pkt. 15 cts., oz. 50 cts., 4 ozs. $1.50, Ib. $5. Rawson’s Crumpled Leaf Hot- A superior variety introduced by house. us afew years ago and is unsur- passed for forcing when a large, quick-grow- ing head is desired. Leaves are dark green, slightly ruffled or crumpled and very crisp and tender. Heads very large, sure to head and perfectly free from decay in the heart. Should be grown cool to get the best results and planted 8 inches apart in the bed. Un- equaled for shipping and will easily pack three dozen to a long box. Pkt. 15 cts., oz. 50 cts., 4 ozs. $1.50, lb. $5. Arlington White Seed. 4, ‘istinct being especially adapted for growing in hot- beds in early spring and heading with the sash off. A great favorite with the market- gardeners and the very best variety for the above purpose. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 40 cts., 4 ozs. $1.50, lb. $5. Arlington Black Seed Tennis- ball Our own private strain of Tennisball © for outdoor planting. Grown from selected heads and cannot be equaled for form, quality and hardiness of heads. It is also one of the earliest varieties and may be sown till Aug. 12. Pkt. roc., oz. 25¢., 4 ozs. 75¢., lb. $2.50. LETTUCE, continued S A recent variety of great May King. value on Hasan of te ex- treme earliness, large size and tenderness. Will head with heat as well as out-of-doors, though attains a better size with open air culture. Has a globular-shaped head of enormous size, hard and well closed. A de- cided aquisition. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 40 cts., 4 ozs. $1.25, lb. $4. Big Boston. A well-known variety for forcing in beds or for open air culture. Very large solid heads. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., lb. $1.25. Black-seeded Simpson. Light-colored heads of good size. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 15 cts., 4 0zs. 30 cts., lb. $r. Boston Curled. A superior strain. Of great beauty and fine quality. The handsome frilled leaves make it a decidedly ornamental vari- ety. The best of the Curled Lettuces. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., 4 ozs. $1, lb. $3. California Cream Butter. Round, solid head of fine size. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts.,4 ozs. 30Cts., Ib. $1. f Deacon. Light green heads of large size, tender and crisp. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25. Early Curled Simpson. Loose head, curly and very early. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts. Ib. $1. Golden Queen. Golden yellow, solid heads, fine for forcing. Of medium size. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., lb. $1.50. Grand Rapids. An excellent forcing variety with loose heads and of excellent size and form. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., lb. $1.25. Hanson. Large, solid heads, tender, crisp and of fine flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts.,.4 ozs. 4o cts., Ib. $1.25. Hittinger’s Belmont. A superior forcing variety of White-seeded Lettuce. Large heads and fine quality. Pkt. ro cts., oz. 50 cts., 4 0zs. $1.50, Ib. $5. Mammoth Black-seeded Butter. The largest and by many considered the best variety for the late crop. Sown from middle of July to middle of August, and produces enormous finely formed heads of the finest quality. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25. Mignonette. A very small-headed Lettuce, perfectly hardy and solid. One of the finest for the home gar- den. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25. Tomhannock. Leaves grow upright; edges tinged brown. Very crisp and tender. cts., 4 0zs. 40 cts., lb. $1.25. Cae yay Kine Bktae5acts’ oz 605) 7 Arlington ‘Tested Seeds <= E°Rrrp AND FARM, LETTUCE pet Valued for its hardiness, with- Salamander. standing to a marked degree heat and continued drought. Largely used for a fall crop. Iesteemed very highly by market-gardeners. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25. White-seeded Tennisball. For forcing. Early and very tender. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25. Wonderful. Extra large heads, crisp and tender. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 4o cts., Ib. $1.25. COS LETTUCE Bath Cos. Very large and of fine flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., lb. $1.25. Kingsholm Cos. Leaves crisp and tender; withstands summer heat. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25. | Paris White Cos. Very light-colored leaves, and ex- ceedingly tender. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25. MARTYNIA One ounce sufficient for 100 hills Proboscidea. Pods gathered when young and pick- led in vinegar. Pkt. to cts., oz. 30 cts., 4 ozs. $1, postpaid. MUSKMELON One ounce will plant 50 hills. Two or three pounds sufficient for one acre All Melon seed delivered free at prices quoted Rawson’s Arlington Green Nut- A great favorite with the market-gar- meg. deners. This is our own strain of this superb variety and produces the finest melons for either market or table. Fruit very large and round, with greenish flesh of the most delicious flavor. Skin dark green, becoming yellow when overripe. Pkt. 1octs., oz. 20 Cts., 402s. 60 cts., Ib. $2. Of good Arlington Long Yellow. [20 ted and slightly ribbed. Flesh salmon and very sweet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50. Banquet. Medium-sized fruit of superior qual- ity. Dark rich salmon flesh. Pkt. 5 cts., oz 15 Cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., lb. $1.50. | 18 Syere ONLY BY MUSKMELON, continued Early Hackensack. An improvement over the old Hackensack, producing melons of as good quality and fully 1o days earlier. Large fruit, with thick green flesh of the finest flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., lb. $1.50. Emerald Gem. melons. Very early and a prolific bearer of small, round melons, with salmon flesh and of a delicious flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50. Improved Christiana. Round, dark green fruit; flesh thick, dark yellow and of superior quality. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 4o cts., lb. $1.25. Jenny Lind. One of the sweetest melons grown. Rather small fruit; early; green-fleshed and quite prolific. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., lb. $1.25. Long Island Beauty. A superior early variety. Large size and handsome. Similar to Hackensack. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., lb. $2. Miller’s Cream. One of the best keeping of the sal- mon-fleshed varieties, and therefore valued highly for shipping; dark green skin and slightly netted. Fla- vor delicious. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25. Valued Montreal Improved Nutmeg. ¥2)" <4 and delicious flavor. Round in shape, with remark- ably thick green flesh. One of our handsomest varie- ties. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., lb. $1.50. Netted Gem. Perfectly round, with light green flesh of delicious flavor; rather small and very early. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 4o cts., Ib. $1.25. Paul Rose. A medium-sized melon of fine quality, with deep orange flesh and light green skin heavily netted. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25. One of the best of the small-sized | w.wW.E aw S01) & Co. BOs TON, MASS. 5 UNION STREET Rocky Ford. The small melon we see so frequently in our markets. Of finest quality, and an improve- ment over Netted Gem. Thick green flesh of most delicious flavor. One of the best for keeping and shipping. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 35 cts., Ib. $1. Surprise. Oblong shape, with light-colored skin and salmon flesh. Very sweet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25. WATERMELON One ounce will plant about 40 hills. Four pounds sufficient for one acre Watermelon seed delivered free at prices quoted Black Spanish. rich, sugary flavor. cts., lb. 75 cts. Citron. For preserving. Striped light green, with white solid flesh. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., Ib. 75 cts. Cole’s Early. One of the best early sorts. Medium size, green skin and red flesh. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. Colorado Preserving. More productive than Citron. Pale green, with firm, solid flesh. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. Cuban Queen. A very vigorous grower. Early, very solid and heavy. Handsomely striped and of most delicious flavor. Pkt. 5c., oz. 1octs., 4 ozs. 25 cts., Ib. Round; dark green, scarlet flesh; Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 OzS. 25 75 cts. Dixie. Very large, being productive to a marked degree. Dark green, striped lighter flesh-scarlet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. to cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., Ib. 75 cts. Hungarian Honey. Very early, perfectly round, with scarlet flesh. Very sweet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 1octs., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. WATERMELONS. continued Ice Cream. Medium size and nearly round. Solid scarlet flesh of finest flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. Kentucky Wonder. Oblong-shaped, with scarlet flesh and rich sugary flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 1octs., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. Kolb’s Gem. Very large variety, running remarkably uniform in size. Bright red, solid flesh, Recom- mended highly for shipping. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. ro cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. Phinney’s Early. One of the best sorts for northern climate, ripening early; very large in size, with very sweet and tender pinkish flesh. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10¢., 4 ozs. 25 cts., Ib. 75 cts. Vick’s Early. Another fine early variety, being rather small and oblong in shape. Bright pink flesh. Very sweet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. OKRA One ounce sufficient for 100 hills Improved Dwarf Green. Very productive. Long, slender green pods. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., postpaid. White Velvet. Tender white pods, velvety in ap- pearance: Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 0zS. 20 cts., post- paid. ington Tested Seeds= FOX, GARDEN, LD AND FARM, MUSHROOM SPAWN One brick sufficient for about one square yard Made in the United Pure Culture Spawn. o70 6 "oaproscd method, and is much more reliable, more prolific and earlier than the English Spawn. In fact, it has at- tained such remarkable success that it is rapidly taking the place of English Spawn amongst the larger growers. We issue a circular giving complete cultural directions with every order for Spawn. Bricks (weighing about 1% pounds) 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz., $4 for 25, $15 per 100, or $10 per 100 Ibs., purchaser paying transit. If by mail, add 10 cents per brick for postage. MUSTARD One ounce sufficient for 40 feet of drill Black, or Brown. Used largely for flavoring. Very pungent. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 Ozs. 15 cts., post- paid. Chinese. Very large, deep green leaves. Flavor pleasantly sweet and pungent. Pkt 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., Ib. 60 cts., postpaid. White London. A rapid-growing variety, and valu- able for salads. Leaves used when young. Pkt., 5c., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 15 cts., Ib. 30 cts., postpaid. ONION One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill. Four pounds sufficient for one acre Onion seed delivered free at prices quoted S igo. A magnificent variety of recent Eng- Ailsa Craig. lish introduction. Unsurpassed for exhibition purposes. Very large, oval shaped, with straw-colored skin. When grown to perfection will weigh from 2% to 3 1bs. Has attained great popular- ity among private gardeners for its all-round superi- ority as an exhibition variety. The stock we offer is unexcelled and obtained direct from one of the best growers in England. Pkt. 25 cts., oz. 75 cts., 4 ozs. $2.50. Rawson’s Danvers Yellow Globe. Rawson’s Danvers Yellow Globe Onion, continued superior keeping qualities cannot be equaled. It is of the true Buxton type, large in size, very thick bulb, slightly convex bottom, full oval top, with small neck and rich brownish yellow skin. Seed from this type is practically sure to bottom well, more so than from the true globe type, which are more liable to run into large necks. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50. Adriatic Barletta. The earliest and smallest Onion grown. Of great value for pickling ortable use. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50. New England-grown seed. We make a speciality of | Extra-Early Flat Red. One of the earliest medium- this variety and grow our own seed from as fine and perfect a selection as possible, thereby producing a strain that for uniform shape, heavy cropping and sized Onions Uniform in shape and size, quite flat. deep red and mild flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., Ib. $2. 0 UNION STREET Sorp NEW WR Law son & Go. ONIONS, continued Large Red Wethersfield. The standard variety of the red Onions. Of large size, a heavy yvielder and one of the best for keeping. Skin a deep purplish red. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50. Prizetaker. A superb variety where large size and superior keeping qualities are desired. Color a rich straw and flavor very mild and delicate. This variety is often sown in beds and transplanted to open ground. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., 4 ozs. $1, lb. $3.50. Queen. A white variety prized for pickling on ac- count of its small size and remarkable keeping quali- ties. Of very quick growth, flat-shaped and fine fla- vor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. Red Mammoth Tripoli. A very large beautiful blood-red Onion, with thin skin and white, fine- grained flesh. To attain full size should be started in hotbed and transplanted. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., Ib. $2. Southport Red Globe. An early-maturing, large- sized, globe-shaped Onion, with deepred skin. Flesh fine-grained, very mild and tender. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 Cts., lb. $2.50. Southport White Globe. An enormous yielder and superb keeper. Perfect globe-shaped, very large, clear white skin and considered one of the handsom- est varieties grown. The crop of this variety was practically a failure last season, but we have ob- tained a very limited supply of the very finest stock obtainable. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30cts., 4 ozs. $1, lb. $3.50. Southport Yellow Globe. A fine variety for market- gardeners. A great cropper of handsome large globe- shaped Onions, with clear yellow skin. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., 4 ozs. $1, lb. $3.50. White Portugal, or Silverskin. 1° wo = AL) el ra eto ree NCH andy ORE vored of all the white-skinned Onions. Quite early, flat-shaped and a fine cropper. Often used for pick- ling when young. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., 4 ozs. $1, Ib. $3.50. Yellow Cracker. The best extra-early, flat, yellow variety. A fine keeper and of good flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. ONION SETS Onion Sets, if by mail, add 10 cts. per quart Yellow Sets. Philadelphia-grown. Qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.50, bus. $5. White Sets. Philadelphia-grown. Qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6. Yellow Potato Sets. (Qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk, $1.25, bus. $4. White Multiplier Sets. (Qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. #4. Shallots. True French (imported). Qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.25. Egyptian, or Perennial. (Delivery in August.) Qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.25. PARSLEY One ounce is sufficient for 150 feet of drill Parsley seed delivered free at prices quoted Arlington Double Curled. This is the very choicest strain obtainable and is a selection from those plants having the greatest pos- sible curl to the leaves and the darkest green color. A very vigorous grower, a heavy yielder; will stand heat and drought better than any other. Pkt. 5c. 0z. 10¢., 4 ozs. 30c., Ib. $1’ Champion Moss Curled. An English strain, with RAWSON'S te : 4 ia G 4 moss-curled foliage and a WHITE ONION SETS = ; el SO ous ozs. 25 cts., Ib. 75 cts. 21 OR_, GARDEN. FIELD AND FARM, PEAS One quart will plant 100 feet in drills. 134 bushels sufficient for one acre We supply packets of all varieties of Peas at 10 cts. each, postpaid. If larger quantities are wanted by mail, add 5 cts. per pint and 10 cts. per quart postage. Otherwise, they will be shipped by express or freight, purchaser paying transit, providing the order does not come under the head of our free delivery offer on page |. EXTRA-EARLY Those marked (*) are wrinkled varieties, and should not be sown till ground is warm. Those marked (Tf) are smooth, and can be sown earlier, as they are much hardier. i ) 0 The earliest variety Rawson Ss Clipper. known. It has been the first locally grown Pea in the Boston markets for a number of years. A great bearer of well-filled pods and by far the sweetest and best-flavored of the smooth varieties. Pods dark green, borne on vigor- ous-growing vines attaining a height of 30 inches. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. ae ’ ; The earliest Rawson's Early Excelsior. (),¢‘rrin- kled Peas. This is a decided improvement on Nott’s Excelsior, being earlier and superior in every way. Very large pods and peas produced most abun- dantly on strong-growing vines, quite dwarf; excep- tionally fine flavor. The marked success our cus- tomers had with this variety the past year warrants us in claiming its superiority. Pkt. 1octs., pt. 20 cts., qt. 40 cts., %pk. $1.25, pk. $2.25, bus. $8. “Rawson’s Gradus, or Prosperity. The largest podded early Pea. A variety of great merit that has become wonderfully popular the past few years on account of its enormous pods, earli- ness and delicious flavor. Of very vigorous habit, and productive to a marked degree. Invaluable for the home or market-garden. Height about 3 feet. Pkt.1oc., pt. 25c.,qt. 45c., 4pk. $1.50,pk. $2.75, bus.$o. PARSNIP One ounce will sow 200 feet of drill. Five pounds sufficient for one acre Parsnip seed delivered free at prices quoted Rawson’s Arlington Long Smooth. One of our own specialties, valued for the enormous yield and superior keeping qualities. Succeeds best in deep soil. Roots very long, exceptionally smooth, with full crown. Unsurpassed for market or exhibi- tion. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., lb. $1. Guernsey Improved. A remarkably fine strain of Guernsey Parsnip, noted for its heavy cropping and superior quality. Roots half-long, thicker than Hol- low Crown, very smooth and fine-grained. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts. Hollow Crown. Medium length roots, very smooth and of the finest quality. Derives its name from a depression at top of crown or root. Very fine table sort. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., Ib. 60 cts. Early Round. The earliest variety, with roundish roots. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., Ib. 60 cts. OUR SEEDS ALWAYS GERMINATE Sere ww Bp ee Bees EXTRA-EARLY PEAS, continued Carter’s Mayflower. A wonderfully _ prolific oo ssvariety of recent intro- duction of the Marrowfat type. Long pointed pods borne in the greatest abundance, well filled and very large. Tenderand delicious. One of the best garden Peas. Pkt. 15c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., 4 qts. 1.75, pk. $3. Little Marvel. A very dwarf variety, 18 inches high. An extraordinary cropper with dark blunt pods of medium size, freely produced in pairs and well filled. Of extra fine flavor and can- not be too highly recommended for an extra-early va- riety. Pkt. 15c., pt. 25c., qt. 45¢., 4qts. $1.50, pk. $2.50. “Thomas Laxton. Another large-podded variety of English origin, considered by many to be equal to Gradus. Very large pods well filled with peas of a sweetness and flavor unsurpassed. Very dark green pods. Height about 3 feet. Pkt. rocts., pt. 25 cts., qt. 40 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25, bus. $8.50. ;Alaska. An excellent smooth variety, very early. Peas resemble Rawson’s Clipper, but not so early or prolific. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 70 cts., pk. $1.25, bu. $4. *Bliss’ American Wonder. An old variety but still highly prized for its flavor and quality, which is of the very best. Of dwarf, robust habit, growing 12 to 15 inches in height, and bearing in abundance good- sized, well-filled pods. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6.50. *Extra-Early Premium Gem. A grand variety for the home garden, being of the very finest flavor ; extra-early and of dwarf habit. Pkt. 1o cts., pt. 15¢., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. 85 cts., pk. $1.50, bus. $5.50. ; tImproved Daniel O’Rourke. An _ extra-early smooth variety. Fine bearer. Very hardy. Pkt. 1oc., pt. 15c., qt. 25c., 4 qts. 75c., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. {Maud S. One of the best early smooth Peas for market or private use. Vines 2 feet high. Pods well filled and of fine flavor. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. *Nott’s Excelsior. 4 deservedly popular variety. An enormous yielder and of the very choicest flavor. Pods well filled with six to eight peas packed very closely together. Valued highly for the home garden and for all-round excel- lence is second to none. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6. “Surprise. An excellent yielder. Good-sized pods well filled and maturing quickly. Fine flavor. Pkt. 1oc., pt. 15c., qt. goc., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6.50. = 23 OR_, GARDEN, FIELD AND FARM, MEDIUM-EARLY Rawson’s Peerless. 4 recent variety that is truly $$ ———_ named, as it undoubtedly has no peer for general excellence as a medium-early variety. Wherever grown it hasreceived nothing but the highest praise for its remarkable size, superb flavor and wonderful yield. Vines of the greatest vigor and pods of enormous size, well filled with peas of delicious sweetness. Pkt. 15 cts., pt. 30 cts., qt. 50 cts., 4 qts. $1.75, pk. $3. McLean’s Advancer. 4 vatiety_that has stood the test of years and still great in popular favor. Noted for its great produc- tiveness, handsome pods and delicious flavor. Ripens immediately after the extra-early sorts and grows about 30 inches high. Pkt. tocts., pt.15 cts., qt. 25c., 4 qts. 65 cts., pk. $1.10, bus. $4. Dwarf Champion. A dwarf form of Champion of England. Large pods well filled and of excellent fla- vor. Pkt. to cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Heroine. Long, pointed, well-filled pods, produced abundantly on strong-growing vines about 30 inches high. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6.50. Horsford’s Market-Garden. Noted for its produc- tiveness. Vines 2 feet high, very regular in growth; medium-sized pods; peas of fine flavor. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Shropshire Hero. A very strong grower, vines reaching aheight of 3 feet, producing long, well-filled pods in great abundance. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. LATE, or MAIN CROP Pea Brush for tall-growing varieties, 75 cts. per bundle of 50, $1.50 per 100 Rawson’s Im roved Strata em. enera lly p g E considered one of the best late-crop varieties. Vines show re- markable vigor, being loaded with extra-large, well- filled pods. Of the very finest flavor, being sweet and melting. Heightabout2% feet. Pkt. rocts., pt. 20cts., qt. 40 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2.25, bus. $8. Champion of England. An old standard variety that is still unsurpassed for delicious flavor. Enor- mously productive; height 4 feet. Unexcelled for the home garden. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. Telephone. One of the largest peas we have. Vines attain a height of 4% feet, bearing profusely the extra long, handsome pods. Tender, sweet and superb flavor. We have a specially fine stock of Telephone. Pkt. ro cts., pt. 20 cts., qt. 35 cts., 4 qts. $1.25, pk. $2, bus. $7.50. Bliss Everbearing. One of the earliest of the late varieties and valued for its continuity of bearing. Of branching habit, good-sized pods and peas of supe- rior flavor. An ideal sort for the home garden. Height 2% feet. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 75 cts., pk. $1.25, bus. $4.50. OLD ONLY BY W.W. Rawson & Co." Bos TON. MASS. LATE, or MAIN CROP PEAS, continued Black Eye Marrowfat. Very hardy; great producer. 3feet high. Pkt. ro cts., pt.15cts., qt. 25 cts., 4 qts. 65 cts., pk. $1, bus. $3.50. Dwart Telephone. Ripens earlier than Tele- phone, not over 2 feet in height. Long pods, remarkably well filled. Very productive. Flavor sweet and delicious. Pkt. 1octs., pt. 25 cts., qt. 45cts., 4 qts. $1.50, pk. $2.50, bus. $9. Dwarf Sugar (Edible Pods). Can be used in a green state like string beans. Very sweet and melting. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 25 cts., qt. 4oc., 4 qts. $1.50, pk. $2.50. French Canner (Small French Pea). Very small peas of tender delicious flavor, valued highly for canning. Very productive. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 30c.,4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75. Juno. An excellent dwarf-growing late vari- ety, about 2 feet high. Very productive, bear- ing peas of good size, handsome dark green color and of superior quality. Pkt. 1oc., pt. 15¢., qt. 25c., 4 qts. 85c., pk. $1.50, bus. $5.50. Pride of the Market. A very profitable va- riety of fine size and dark green in color. Peas of the finest flavor. Pkt. 10 cts., pt 15 cts., qt. 30c., 4 qts. $1, pk. $1.75, bus. $6.50. Telegraph, or Long Island Mammoth. A very strong grower, with extra large pods. Prolific bearer. Pkt. 10 cts., pt. 15 cts., qt. 30 cts., 4 qts. 85c., pk. $1.50, bus. $5.50. PEPPER One ounce will produce about 2,000 plants Pepper seed delivered free at prices quoted ? o A superb variety of exceedingly mild flavor that has been in great demand by the Rawson s Italian. Boston market for the past few ones Six to 7 inches in length ead 2to3 TAGHESERICE at the base. Very handsome in appearance, of a light green before turning red. Often used in the green state. Pkt. 10 cts., 0z. 35 cts., 4 ozs. $1. BELL ; Cayenne. Small red cone-shaped pods. Very strong : and used largely for making Pepper sauce. Pkt. 5 j PEPPER. cts., 0z. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50. : Cherry Red. Rich, glossy, scarlet fruit at maturity. Small, smooth and round; of dwarf habit. Pkt 5 cts., 0z. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. Coral Gem Bouquet. The best of the small Peppers. Beautiful little red pods are set so thickly that they give the appearance of a bouquet, whence the name. Pkt. 1o cts., oz. 35 cts., 4 ozs. $1, Ib. $3.50. Dwarf Early Squash. 4 very ™ild-flavored variety, popular with the market-gardeners. Very thick flesh; fruit very smooth and almost round. Of dwarf growth and great productiveness. One of the earliest. Our stock of this variety is extra-selected and unexcelled. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., 4 ozs. $1, lb. $3.50. Golden Dawn. A bright golden yellow variety, and second to none in productiveness. Quite mild. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. A very large, Large Bell, or Bullnose. “ v¢y, lage, shaped, valued for pickling or for filling. Thick hard flesh, not very pungent and remarkably early for such a large fruit. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. Red Cluster. Conspicuous coral-red fruit borne at the terminus of each branch in clusters. Flesh rather thin. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50. For description, see page ¢ 2 LARGE °® BULLNOSE 7 Ruby King. Large scarlet fruit, sweet and of mild flavor. Vigorous-growing plants, producing from 8 to 16 handsome fruits. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 0zS. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. Sweet Mountain. Extra large fruit; very prolific; bright, smooth and handsome; flesh very thick, mild and sweet-flavored. Rich red when mature. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. 25 POTATOES Twelve to fourteen bushels, or four to five barrels sufficient for one acre. One peck will plant 100 hills Potatoes sent by express or freight, purchaser paying transit The largest b] Rawson’s Early Norwood. oxir-carly Potato grown. Free from disease, scab, blight or rot; enormous yielder, cooks perfectly white, dry and floury. Since our introduction of this sterling variety a few years ago, we have had such an increasing de- mand for it that we feel confident in claiming it to be the very best Potato to be grown when the goal is productiveness, earliness and general excellence. The vines are of medium size, bushy and compact. Tubers are oval, white, with a pinkish tinge around the eye, which is not very large. Tubers running very uniform as to size, and practically all market- able. Its handsome appearance, perfect form and superb cooking qualities will readily recommend it to. every grower. %pk. 40 cts., pk. 75 cts., bus. $2.50, bbl. $5, by express or freight, purchaser paying transit. We have a very 3 : Rawson’s Lady Finger. {V< have a very this old variety, which for delicate flavor when prop- -erly baked can not be equaled. Our stock is the true article. %pk. 60 cts., pk. $1, bus. $3. We have a fine stock of the following well-known va- rieties grown in Aroostook ‘county, Maine, which ~we offer as follows ‘(purchaser paying ‘transit): Pk. 50 cts. jbus. $1.75, bbl. $4. jBeauty of He- bron jBovee Carman IIT Early Norther Early Ohio Early Har- vest Early Rose Green Moun- tain Late Hebron New Queen Uncle Sam bi 3 os pelingron Tested Seeds Mates Oo GARDEN, | == 5 FIELD AND FARM, POTATO SEEDS, LUTHER BURBANK’S PRODUCTION For the student of nature, we believe we are offering here something of unusual value, having been fortu- nate enough to secure from Mr. Luther Burbank seeds of Hybrid Potatoes, which originated from a mixture of the following varieties: Solanum Commersoni,S.Magle, S tuberosum, and many rare ones from Mexico, South America, Africa, England, Switzerland, Germany and this country. The result should certainly prove a sur- prise. Raising Potatoes from seeds is a most interest- ing study and work, and should be encouraged. The quantity of seeds we received is rather limited and can offer same in packets only. Liberal packet 50 cts. Pumpkin seed delivered free at prices quoted = An enormously productive Winter Luxury. variety of medium size and superior keeping qualities. Of rounding shape, about 10 inches in diameter. Golden russet color, with finely netted deep golden flesh; sweet and ten- der. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 Cts., 4 ozs. 35 cts., Ib. $1. Cashaw, or Crookneck. Large, light cream-color, solid and sweet. Very fine-grained. Pkt. 5cts., Oz. 10 CtS., 4 Ozs. 25 Cts., lb. 75 cts. Connecticut Field. The best for field culture and excellent for stock. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 50 cts. Jonathan. Large bottle- shaped variety with crook- neck. A good keeper, very prolific and fine for pies. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., Ib. 75 cts. King of the Mam- moths. The largest ofallthe Pumpkins. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50. Nantucket. The variety grown in New England famous for its pies. Dark green skin 5 UNION STREET S=— BOSTON, MASS. SOUL AWE GIS aw son & Co. Nantucket Pumpkin, continued and orange-yellow flesh. Excellent keeper.. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. Small Sugar. Fine-grained, very sweet and: excellent keeper. Skin deep orange-yellow. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., Ib. 60 cts. RADISH One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill. Ten pounds suffi- cient for one acre Radish seed delivered free at prices quoted Rawson’s Scarlet Conical. "is ILC IL, is one of our finest specialties, and for market- gardeners we are sure it cannot be equaled. For the brilliant scarlet color, short top and uniform shape and size of the Radishes it is unexcelled. In flavor it is all that can be desired, being very tender and crisp. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 4o cts., Ib. $1.25, elington Long Scarlet. The finest long Radish grown. A beautiful bright scarlet color and the finest flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., 02, 15 cts., 4 ozs. 4oc., lb. $1.25. Crimson Giant. A_ round-shaped_ Radish growing to a very large size and retaining its crispness till double the size of the Globe variety. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15¢., 4 ozs. 4oc., lb. $1.25, KADISH, continued Early Scarlet Globe. A very popular va- riety for the garden. Brilliant scarlet, near] globe-shaped and remarkably crisp an tender. One of the earliest. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25. Early Scarlet Turnip. Small top, of quick growth, mild and crisp. Pkt. 5cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 Cts., lb. gr. French Breakfast. A very popular quiek-growing variety of oval shape. Bright scarlet tipped with white. Very handsome. Pkt.5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. Giant White Stuttgart. A very early quick-growing summer Radish of large size and white skin. Pkt. 5C., OZ. 10C., 4 OzS. 25¢., lb. 75c. Ly RAWSON’S _ FINGER LADY F POTATC — RADISH, continued Icicle A beautiful pure white Radish 3 to 4 inches =" ~=long. Will mature in 22 days from sowing. Very tender and crisp. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., Ib. $1. Long Brightest Scarlet. Very bright scarlet, me- dium long and white tip. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., lb. $1.25. Ne Plus Ultra. An extra-early sort especially adapted for forcing, being ready for table in 3 weeks. Round and bright scarlet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. White-tipped Scarlet ‘Turnip. A very handsome variety, being a bright scarlet tipped white. Fine for forcing. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 4o cts., lb. $1.25. White Turnip. Pure white, turnip-shaped. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. jim A Radish from Japan, which grows Sakuraji a. to enormous dimensions. The cir- cumference of the one shown in illustration was 43 inches, the length 21 inches. The skin is white and the fruit is always crisp and tender. The taste is more delicate than our American varieties, and we believe that this variety will become popular. Pkt. 25 cts., oz. 50 cts. ington Tested Seeds= FO; GARDEN, LD AND FARM, WINTER RADISHES California Mammoth White. A Chinese variety growing to a large size, with white, firm flesh. Good keeper. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75c- Long Black Spanish. Very large and firm. Excel- lent for winter. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. : Round Black Spanish. A round form of above. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. Rose China Winter. Ofrather conical form and very smooth. A beautiful rose color. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts. RHUBARB 5) © = Burbank’s Winter Crimson. nee: riety of Rhubarb that promises to become a most valuable acquisition. It has none of the bitter taste of some of the other varieties, but instead has the de- licious fruity flavor of Raspberries. Our seeds come direct from Mr. Burbank. Pkt. 25 cts., postpaid. Victoria. Large leaves and stems. Very productive and the popular variety for market. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50, postpaid. Strong plants of above, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100, by < - SALSIBY, One ounce sufficient for fifty feet of drill Mammoth Sandwich Island (Oyster Plant). The best variety of Salsify, being very smooth, of fine quality, pure white and extra large size. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25, postpaid. SPINACH | One ounce will sow 100 feet of drill. Ten to twelve pounds suffi- cient for one acre Spinach seed delivered free at prices quoted _Rawson’s Round Thick-Leaf. ular va- riety for either spring or fall. Large, thick, dark green leaves, somewhat crumpled, and will stand quite a long time. Our strain of this is as pure as can possibly be had, and we can confidently recommend it to market-gardeners as being second to none. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 15 Cts., Ib. 35 cts. One of gur spe- Arlington Pointed-Leaf. Gn.) Mf Spc hardy, large-growing variety, used extensively for | fall sowing. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10cts., 4 ozs. 25c., Ib. 75¢. | Long Standing. An excellent sort for spring plant- ing, as it will stand longer than other kinds without going to seed, though not so early as Rawson’s Thick- leaf. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 15 cts., Ib. 35 cts. A valuable variety for the gar- New Zealand. den, as it produces the thick, tender leaves throughout the summer. Grows very large and luxuriantly in warm, rich soil. Pkt. 5 cts., Oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., Ib. $1. Savoy-Leaved (Bloomsdale). Leaves very large, ten- der and crumpled. Very productive. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 Cts., 4 ozs. 15 cts., lb. 35 cts. Victoria. Deep green, heavy, crumpled leaves of re- markably fine texture. Rather late and long stand- The pop- ing. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 15 cts., Ib. 35 cts. SUCCESS IN MARKET-GARDENING By W. W, RAWSON The most complete and practical treatise on the cultivation of vegetables, both hothouse and outdoor culture, from a successful market-gardener’s point of view. Price, postpaid, $1. SQUASH One ounce of Crookneck or Scallop will plant 50 hills. ounce of Marrow varieties will plant 20 hills. Four to six pounds required for one acre Squash seed delivered free at prices quoted Rawson’s Arlington Summer Crook- One The very finest Crookneck variety in ex- neck. istence. This strain is of our own selection and own growing, and we can vouch for it as being unexcelled. Has the advantage of being much larger and earlier than the Early Summer Crookneck. Grows from 15 to 18 inches in length and is of the choicest quality. The handsome appearance, en- hanced by the rich, deep yellow color, cannot fail to attract attention. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., lb. $2. Drington! White Bush Scallop. 72. improvement over the old variety, being larger and fully as early. Color nearly white and scallop- ‘shaped. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 4o cts., Ib. $1.25. Bay State. Valued as a green fase Squash on account of its hard shell, dryness of grain, sweetness of flavor and superior keeping qualities. Bright golden yellow flesh. Large yielder and a leading variety in every respect. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4 ozs. 40 cts., lb. $1.25. Boston Marrow. An old variety, being oval in form; rather thin skin, light orange in color; yellow flesh. Fine flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 Ozs. 30 cts., Ib. $1. Delicious. A superior fall'and winter variety that for thickness of flesh and richness of flavor is unsur- passed. Color a handsome green and of fine size, weighing from 5 to 10 pounds. , Like the Hubbard, is at its best in the winter. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 20 cts., 4 ozs. 60 cts., Ib. $2. Delicata. Anearlyfall Squash; very prolific, orange, splash- ed and striped green. Pkt.5 cts., Oz. 10 cts., 4 Ozs. 30 cts., Ib. $1. Early Prolific Marrow. Su- perior to all fall and winter Squashes in earliness and productiveness, Of good 29 STE W.WRawson 8 Co, | Golden Bronze. 5 UNION STREET is BOSTON, MASS. Early Prolific Marrow Squash, continued size, of a most attractive brilliant orange-red, fine flavor and good keeper. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., Ib. $1. Early Summer Crookneck. The old variety of Early Crookneck. Rather small, with bright yellow warty skin. Very early and productive. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 10 Cts., 4 OzS. 25 Cts., lb. go cts. Early White Bush Scallop. Often called “ Patty- pan.”? The well-known small scallop Squash noted for its productiveness and earliness. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., lb. go cts. Essex Hybrid. A superior Turban Squash always in demand. Of great value as a winter Squash, pos- sessing admirable keeping qualities. The flesh is dry, sweet and thick and of excellent flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., lb. $1. Faxon. Remarkable for the variation in color, rang- ing froma pale yellow toa bright green. A fall va- riety. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., Ib. go cts. Fordhook. A superb winter Squash, often keeping until June. Dry, sweet flesh of the finest flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 Ozs. 25 cts., Ib. go cts. A dark grayish green, shape to Prolific Marrow. Bright yellow flesh, very sweet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., lb. $1. Golden Hubbard. Has all the admirable qualities of the Hubbard, differing only in color, which is golden. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., lb. gr. 9 Rawson s Hubbard. grown than any other winter variety. Of very large size, bluish green in color and unexcelled for keeping. Dry, fine- -grained flesh of a richness of flavor unsurpassed. Squashes may be had in good condition from September to May. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., lb. $1. Mammoth Chili. The largest of the Squashes. orange-yellow, with round form. Pkt. 5 cts., cts., 4 ozs. 50 cts., lb. $1.50. Marblehead Mammoth. Very sweet, dry and de- licious flavor; flesh lighter colored than Hubbard. Good for winter variety. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., Ib. $1. Vegetable Marrow. An English variety, early and with greenish white skin. Flesh white, soft and of rich flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15c., 4 ozs. 50c., lb. $1.50. Victor. Rich orange-yellow, fall and winter variety. Hard shell, thickly covered with warts; very thick, solid flesh. Fine yielder. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., lb. $1. Warren. A fine Turban Squash similar to Essex Hy- brid, but much deeper in color. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30 cts., lb. $1. Winter Crookneck. An excellent keeping Crookneck variety. Will often keep good for a whole year. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 30c., lb. $1. Warted Hubbard. A warted variety of Hubbard. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 3o0c., Ib. $1. Yellow Bush Scallop. An old favorite variety for the garden. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10c., 4 ozs. 30 cts., Ib. $r. similar in More extensively Rich OZ. 15 GARDEN, Ackingron estedi Sceds sie renes FARM, TOM ATO | eo rosuctined t Gonsidered by many market-gardeners | as the best extra-early variety. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 40 cts., 40zS. $1.25, lb. $4. One ounce will produce 1,200 plants. Four ounces sufficient | for plants to set out one acre | , Y | Earliana The very earliest large Tomato. Re- Tomato seed delivered free at prices quoted *‘ markable for its large, uniform size, | handsome shape, bright red color and wonderful FORCING | productiveness. Our stock of Earliana is exception- in ; : hee | ally fine, and we commend it to every one. Pkt. 10 eels very superior variety tor cts., oz. 40 cts., 4 ozs. $1, Ib. $3.50. Stirling Castle. either forcing or outdoor cul, ture. Very heavy cropper, of medium size, smoot and round. Color a clear red. Remarkable for its GENERAL CROP freedom of set and delicious flavor. Our strain of | ; P 0 Arlington seed. An ideal this is the finest to be had. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $1. 1 . An idea : Bn oS") Rawson s Furitan. variety, possessing all the Best of All. Considered by many to be the equal of qualifications for an At Tomato. This strain is our any other variety in the quality of fruit and pro- own selection and unsurpassed for color, form, shape ductiveness. Deep scarlet; a strong grower and pro- and productiveness. Very large and smooth, does ducing the very solid Tomatoes in bunches. Pkt. not crack, grows remarkably vigorous and is very 10 cts., %0z. 25 cts., oz. 4o cts., 4 ozs. $1.50. | firm and solid. Very desirable for the market or Comet A recent variety, matchless in form and | home garden. Pkt. toc., oz. 35¢., 4 ozs. $1, lb. $3.50. * color. Beautiful, smooth, round fruit in | Aeme. An old variety of delicious flavor, dark red, great abundance. Color arich scarlet-red. Sets very tinged with purple. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 freely in bunches. Equally good for outdoor cul- | cts., Ib. $2.50. ture as for forcing. Pkt. 25 cts., 02. $1. | Beauty. One of the best pink-skinned Tomatoes. Lorillard. An old forcing variety of great merit,and , Very solid, with tough skin, making it an excellent still used extensively. Unrivaled for color, form and variety for shipping. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 40zS., solidity. Very free producer. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., 75 cts., lb. $2.50. 4 ozs. $I. Dwarf Stone. A superior dwarf-growing variety, possessing not only the habit and handsome foliage EXTRA-EARLY OUTDOOR of the Dwarf Champion, but also the bright red, smooth and solid fruit of the Stone. A grand variety ’ An extremely early for the home garden. Pkt. 1octs., oz. 35 cts., 4 ozs. Chalk’s Early Jewell. vricty Gr brightest! _ $1, Ib. $3.50. scarlet color, deep fruited and solid. Veryfew seeds | Dwarf Aristocrat. Handsome rich red fruit, very and of excellent flavor. A grand variety for the solid and productive. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. table or for exhibition. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 4octs., 4 75 cts., lb. $2.50. ozs. $1.25. : ; | Dwarf Champion. On account of its dwarf, compact Belmont. A fine, large, smooth variety, invaluable | habit, can be planted quite close. Wonderfully pro- for market or for the table. Bright red color and very ductive, the dark reddish purple fruit being very solid and firm. Of medium size. Very desira- ble for the home garden. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. Essex Hybrid. An early variety, rich flavored and very solid. Quite large, smooth and purplish crimson in color. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. Favorite. A very popular variety, with large, dark red frult, seldom cracking. Fairly early. Pkt. 5c., oz. 25c., 4 ozs. 75c., Ib. $2.50. A recent introduction of New Globe. great merit. Fruit very large, smooth and solid. Color a purplish crimson. Very productive. Pkt. Io cts., oz. 35 cts., 4 ozs. $1, lb. $3.50. Golden Queen. The largest and handsomest yellow Tomato. Of superior quality and fine for table. Pkt. 5c., oz. 25c.,4 ozs. 75c., lb. $2.50. Honor Bright. A distinct variety. The light green fruit turns to a white and later to a clear red. Of fine quality and an excellent keeper. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. Ignotum. Large, smooth, very heavy fruit. Deep red. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50. 3 Perfectly smooth, blood-red Perfection. in color. Very solid anda heavy cropper. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. Ponderosa. One of the largest Tomatoes. Very solid, of excellent flavor and ripens rather late. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 35 cts., 4 OzS. $1, Ib. $3.50. TOMATO. * STIRLING CASTLE” Grown more extensively than any Stone. other for a main-crop variety, espe- cially by market-gardeners. Very large,smooth and solid, of a bright red color and a heavy yielder. Pkt. 5c., 0z. 25c., 4 ozs. 75c., Ib. $2.50. 5 UNION STREET S=— BOSTON, MASS. SS OEDIONEN, w.wW.E aw son & Co. -SMALL-FRUITED TOMATOES Used largely for preserving ; A recent introduction of Pohai Berry. rry- Luther Burbank’s into this country. Pale yellow fruit three times as large as Strawberry Tomato and far superior in flavor. In order to obtain the best results, seed must be started very early. Pkt. 25 cts. Pear-shaped. Small pear-shaped fruit. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts. Red Cherry. Very small, red and borne in clusters. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts. Red Peach. Resembles a peach. Excellent for preserving. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 35 cts.,4 ozs. $1. | Strawberry, or Husk Tomato. Fruit grows in a husk. Fine for keeping. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts. Yellow Peach. A beautiful clear yellow fruit. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts. | Yellow Plum. Oval-shaped, very smooth, clear lemon-yellow.. Quite small. Pkt. 5 cts., Oz. 25 cts., 4 OzS. 75 cts. Tomato Plants We make a specialty of growing Tomato plants at our Arlington greenhouses, and can furnish the following varieties after May ro in fine, strong, stocky plants. Plants sent by express only, purchaser paying transit POT-GROWN 50 cts. per doz., $3 per 100 Comet, Chalk’s Early Jewell, New Globe, Earliana, Golden Queen, Perfection, Rawson’s Puritan, Stirling Castle and Yellow Plum. BOX-GROWN, or FROM BEDS TURNIP | 25 cts. per doz., $2 per 100, $18 per 1,000 One ounce will sow 150 feet of drill. Two pounds sufficient: for one acre in drills. One pound for one acre broadcast | Belmont, Dwarf Stone, Dwarf Champion, Earliana, Perfection, Rawson’s Puritan and The Stone. Turnip seed delivered free at prices quoted Budlong’s Improved, or Breadstone. White, very mild flavor. Haif-long in shape. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., Ib. 50 cts. Cow Horn. An early variety. Oblong-shaped, white flesh. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 50 cts. Early Milan Purple-Top. The earliest Turnip of | all. White skin, with purple-red crown. Flesh white. of fine flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts.,, lb. 60 cts. Extra-Early White Milan. A pure white variety. Very early. Flesh tender and sweet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 25 cts., Ib. 75 cts. Early Snowball. A medium-sized, round pure white variety of the finest flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., Ib. 50 cts. Golden Ball. The most delicate yellow-fleshed Tur- nip; of medium size, firm, hard and of superior fla- vor. Valued highly as a table variety. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 50 cts. Rawson’s Purple Top Strap Leaf. Most extensively used of the flat Turnips. White skin and flesh, with purplish top. Quite early and very sweet and tender. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 50 cts. Rawson’s Purple Top White Globe. A very heavy-cropping, globe-shaped variety, with white skin and flesh topped with a purple crown. Excellent flavor and much in favor with the market- gardeners, Pkt. 5 cts., oz, to cts., 4 ozs. 20 Ccts., Ib. 50 cts. 31 OR_ GARDEN, FIELD AND FARM, Arlington Tesfed Seeds=_E TURNIP, continued RUTABAGAS Sweet German. A yery popular variety in New . England, valued highly for its excellent keeping Drove SOO created ae ee qualities: Bice white god NO es atl Ueto fleshed and very solid. A great. cropper. Excellent a a Rnee sre : J Aus: : Bs Oz EOnCeSaUNnOsE en Saas eolids Pict 5/cts.5 either for table or for stock. Superior as a keeper. E 2 i seat 5 4 : Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 50 cts. Rawson’s White Egg. superior Sain of Large White French. White, solid flesh, very mild —, _ ts popular variety and sweet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20c., Ib. 60c. that is unexcelled. Egg-shaped, with thin white skin. SiaAndrowareAyclion ourpletopharicemermienest WS8y COG, ahaa Gitte! WES Guo) Leeaoins que tisies: favor in the ina aareet P Pkt 5 cts., oz. 10 cts Remarkably sweet, mild flavor. Can be used as an A OF, FAGB, Id. GOCE : Sere) SE BD early or late variety. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 0zs. 20 . 5 cts., lb. 60 cts. Shamrock. Yellow-fleshed variety, globe-shaped and : ear al ri lity. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. ts., 4 ozs. White Strap Leaf. Similar to the Purple Top Strap Bsn met: a Soro Sone aaa Leaf excepting color, which is a pure white. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 50 cts. Yellow Globe (Yellow Stone). Handsome, globe- TOBACCO shaped, pure yellow, with greenish top. One of the best for general crop either for table or stock. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. 20 cts., lb. 50 cts. Yellow Aberdeen Purple Top. Globe-shaped; | Connecticut Seed-Leaf. Saved from choice selected deep yellow, with purplish top; pale yellow flesh, plants. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., 4 ozs. $1, Ib. $3. very tender and sweet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4 ozs. | Havana. Imported seed. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 40 cts., 4 20 cts., lb. 50 cts. ozs. $1.25, lb. $4. Herbs, Sweet, Pot and Medicinal ALL HERBS DELIVERED FREE AT PRICES QUOTED H. A., Hardy Annual, or treated as such; T. A., Tender Annual; H. P., Hardy Perennial One ounce sufficient for bed 25 feet square, producing enough plants for one acre Pkt. Oz Pkt. Oz. A. Borage ag NALS) <.snce 5 5 MA Aalto (Pimpincie anima) $5 fois) |e Re ee HP. Balm (Melissa officinalis) ........++.. 05 30 | HP. Catnip (Nefeta cataria) .......++.--- 10 40 TA. Basil, Sweet (Ocymum basilicum)... 05 15 | HA. Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) ... 05 10 HA. Bene (Sesamum orientale) ........+.. 05 15 | HA. Dill (Anethum graveolens) ....-.-++-- 05 15 HP. Fennel, Sweet ( Anethum feniculum) o5 15 HA. Fennel, Florence ( Anethum fenicu- QUO oaSdodsnU0d 000 DOSoGab00000 Nosaose 05 20 HA. Henbane (AHyoscyamus niger)....... 05 15 HP. Horehound (Warrubium vulgare)... 05 25 HP. Hyssop ( AHyssopus officinalis)........ 05 25 HP. Lavender (Lavendula vera) ......... 05 30 HP. Marjoram, Pot ( Origanumi onites).. 10 40 HA. Marjoram, Sweet (Oviganum muir YORE) o0000000000 Senne ieSe oO SE eE 05 20 HA. Poppy, Opium (Papaver somnif- CFU) 8065600 500050005000 0000.00050000 05 20 HP. Pennyroyal ( Hedeoma pulegeoides). 10 60 HA. Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis). 05 15 HP. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)... 05 30 HP. Rue (Ruta grav: olens)...-. .-+++ +++ 05 15 HA. Saffron (Carthamus tinctorius)...... 05 10 HP. Sage (Salvia officinalis) ...\b. $1.75.. 05 10 HA. Savory, Summer (Safureja horten- GUS) SsocGs 50005 060006 S000 b0b0G0G00000 05 15 HP. Savory, Winter (Sa/urej1 montana) 05 20 HP. Tansy ( Tanac: (ust vulgare) ....--.-. 05 40 HP. Thyme ( Thymus vulgaris)...-.....-- 05 30 HP. Wormwood (Artemisia Absinthium). 05 25 Vegetable Plants and Roots _. The plants listed below are grown at our Arlington grounds, where we have facilities for growing large quan- tities of the very finest quality. All plants should be sent by express, and while we use every possible care in acking the same, we willnot be responsible if plants arrive in poor condition caused by delay enroute. Posi- ively no plants sent by freight or C. 0. D ASPARAGUS ROOTS Two-year-old Doz. 100 1,000 | Extra-heavy three-year-old transplanted Moore :s Giant Sup encigaboqgocas $0 20 $1 oc $7 00 Doz. 100 1,000 Giant Argenteuil ................ 20 100 700 Moore’s Giant.. ................ $0 50 $2 00 $16 00 arr’s Mammoth................ 20 100 7 00 ; ; Columbian White... AD 7 65-0 WS Giant Argenteuil................. 50 200 16 00 Conover’s Colossal .............. 20 I 00. 7 00 Barr’s Mammoth......... tec eeeee 50 200 16 00 Palmetto ..............ccseesseeee 20. 100 700 Conover’s Colossal .,............. 50 2 00 416-00 32 5 UNION STREET SOED ONLY BY S~=—— BOSTON, MASS.\, W.W. Rawson & Co, ARTICHOKE PLANTS Giant Green Globe. Extra strong pot- grown plants, ready in May. Each 20 cts., doz. $2. BRUSSELS SPROUTS Delivery June and July Aigburth. 2octs. per doz., $1 per 100 $8 per 1,000. CABBAGE PLANTS Delivery April 20 to May 20 100 1,000 Early Spring.............. $t oo $7 50 Early Jersey Wakefield . 1 00 750 Early Summer............ I 00 750 Delivery June and July Fottler’s Brunswick ..... 100 750 Rawson’s Stone Mason.. 1 00 7 50 Globe Curled Savoy ...... I 00 750 —— - Large Red Drumhead.... 1 00 7 50 Artichoke, Giant Green Globe CAULIFLOWER PEPPER PLANTS Hotbed-grown, May delivery Delivery May and June Doz 100 ‘1,000 Doz. se) . Dwarf Early Squash................... $o 25 $1 50 Rawson’s Sea Foam ........... $o 20 $1 00 $9 00 L Bell Extra-Early Dwarf Erfurt ere ele 20 I 00 9 00 arge CUM alel shaker sfsfelalelslieveial sishereleleloverctatelalerehe 25 I 50 Henderson’s Snowball........ ... 20 100 900 RHUBARB ROOTS Field-grown, June 15 to Aug. 1 Delivery April and May Above three varieties. 20 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $8 per 1,000. Victoria. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. CELERY SWEET POTATO Extra-strong, transplanted plants, see June and July | Ready about May 15 OZ. 100 1,000 . Giant Pascal..............262.-0. $o 20 $1 00 $750 | Yellow Nansemond. Strong-rooted slips. By mail, Boston Market.................... 20 100 750 Postal Zolcus Pe doz, 75. cts Per too), Dy express, purchaser paying transit, 60 cts. per 100, $5 per 1,000. TARRAGON PLANTS CHIVES Strong plants, for spring delivery, 20 cts. each, $2 Strong clumps, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. per doz. TOMATO PLANTS oyectaics EGGPLANTS Ready for delivery during May and June Strong pot-grown, June delivery Comet, Chalk’s Early Jewell, New Globe, Ear- liana, Golden Queen, Perfection, Rawson’s New York Improved. 75 cts. per doz., $5 per 100. Pazitan: Sterling Castle, Yellow Plum. Strong pot-grown plants, 50 cts. per doz., $3 per 100 HORSE-RADISH SETS Belmont, Dwarf Stone, Dwarf Champion, Earliana, Perfection, Rawson’s Puritan, The Stone. Transplanted from bed, 25 cts. per doz., $2 per 100, $18 KOHLRABI per 1,000 June and July delivery PLANTS OF HERBS atl gNEe Ce Vacmna ee iong splants, fr pet: 100, To meet the increasing demand for plants of the 97, SOsPCE 000: most popular herbs, we are growing this year at our LETTUCE Arlington greenhouses pot-grown plants of the varie- ties named below, which we offer as follows: 15 cts. Hothouse-grown, transplanted, extra strong; delivery from | each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. Paris Golden ...................... 20:3 5-00))...7150 By mail, 15 cts. per doz.; by express, 75 cts. per 100, $5 per 1,000. September to April 100 1,000 Catnip, Dill, Lavender, Pennyroyal, Rose- Rawson’s Hothouse ................... $1 00 $9 00 | mary, Sage, Sweet Marjoram, Thyme, Worm- Rawson’s Crumpled-Leaf............. 1.00 900 | wood. Field-grown, delivery April to September pe ee Seeded Fennisballe 75 cts. per 100, $5 | «WIZARD BRAND” SHEEP MANURE MINT ROOTS FOR VEGETABLE CROPS Spring delivery Strong roots, 50 cts. per doz., $3 per 100. OR_ GARDEN. FIELD AND FARM, ington Tesfed Seeds=_F FARM AND FIELD SEEDS Rawson’s Seed Corn FOR ENSILAGE AND FODDER Prices of following: Qt. 15 cts., pk. 50 cts., bus. $1.50, ex- cept where noted, purchaser paying transit. Ii wanted by mail, add 15 cts. per qt. for postage. Early Mastodon. A very early dent variety, very strong-growing, with exceptionally large ears and grain. A very heavy yielder. Early Yellow Canada. A very desirable variety for New England. Ears rather small, 8-rowed and deep- grained. The earliest flint Corn, usually ripening in August and producing a large yield. Eureka. A superior dent variety for ensilage, grow- ing to a height of 12 to 15 feet. Seed is white. Exten- sively grown in New England. Pk. 60c., bus. $1.75. Improved Leaming. Large, handsome ears, deep- grained and of a deep orange color. An early-ma- turing variety, distinctly dent, and a great yielder. Longfellow. A very large-eared flint variety, grown very extensively in this vicinity for its productive- ness. Ears 8-rowed, often 14 to 15 inches long, with small cob and deep kernels. Pk. 60 cts., bus. $1.75. Red-Cob Ensilage. A pure white dent Cornona red cob, very sweet, tender and juicy, producing 25 to 30 tons per acre. Sanford. Very large ears, with small cob and white kernels. Very productive. Stowell Evergreen. For fodder. The best main-crop sort for fodder. Extremely sweet and very produc- tive. Pk. 75 cts., bus. $2.75. Sweet Fodder. Of great value to dairy farmers, be- ing worth double the field varieties in nutritive value. Sown largely for a summer and early fall crop. Longfellow Corn CLOVERS The following prices are not fixed but fluctuate according to market. Special prices quoted on large quantities on application. Clover seed not delivered frec Red ( Trifolium pratense). More extensively grown in New England than any of the other Clovers. Of very rapid growth and does best on rich, warm loams. Its luxuriant foliage is not only valuable as a food for cattle, but also has the beneficial property of smothering weeds. Though naturally a biennial it may, by close pasturage, be made to last three or more years. Should be sown in the northern states only in thé spring. Twelve to 14 pounds of seed sufficient for one acre when sown alone. Lb. 25 cts., 10 lbs. $2.25, 100 lbs. $20. White ( 7yifolium repens). Used lJargely in lawns and permanent pastures. It is perennial and thrives best on moist soil, but easily accommodates itself to a great variety of soils. Its stems are spreading, slender and creeping. The small, white flower-heads are borne from May to September. Sow 8 lbs. to the acre. Lb. 30 cts., 10 lbs. $2.50, 100 Ibs. $20. Alfalfa, or Lucerne (WWedicago sativa). A very valuable Clover on account of its great yield, three or more cuttings being made in a season. Requires a permeable subsoil, as its roots penetrate to great depths, thereby resisting long droughts. Under favorable conditions profitable crops may be had for from 5 to 10 years, and oftentimes longer. Grows toa height of 2 to 3 feet and has purple flowers. Best results in this locality are to be had by sowing seed in drills 12 to 18 inches apart and cultivating the first summer to allow the young plants to establish themselves. For this purpose 15 to 20 pounds are required for one acre. A full crop must not be expected till the second year. Lb. 25 cts., 10 lbs. $2.25, 100 lbs. $20. Alsike (Trifolium hybridum). Valued highly for sowing with other grasses, as it forms a thick bottom, thereby increasing the yield of hay. It is very hardy, will succeed on nearly any soil, has remarkable drought-resisting properties and is excellent either as a green food or cured for hay. Sow 34 5 UNION STREET SS BOSTON, MASS. [ Sora W.W. Rawson & Co, Alsike Clover, continued eight pounds to the acre if sown alone. Two or three pounds added to a mowing mixture of timothy, red-top and red clover will prove very beneficial. Lb. 25c., 10 lbs. $2, 100 Ibs. $18. Crimson, or Searlet ( 77ifoliumincarnatum). Generally sown in summer and early fall, to be plowed under and used as a green manure. Especially valuable for orchards as a winter mulch. Often used as a feeding crop, when it should be cut when young, as injurious results will follow the feeding of overripe blossoms. Will succeed finely on ordinary soils. Fifteen pounds sufficient for one acre. Lb. 15 cts., 10 lbs. $1.40, 100 Ibs. $12. GRASSES Following prices do not include delivery and are subject to change, according to fluctuation of the market. Special prices on large quantities quoted on application Timothy, or Herd’s (Phleum pratense). Per- ennial, 2 to 3 feet, June and July. As a hay crop, Timothy is unsurpassed by any other grass. Thrives on ordinary soil, but succeeds best in a moist loam. Remarkably nutritious, especially when ripe, but as it is also hardand coarse at that stage, it is better to cut it when in blossom or soon after flowering. Beneficial to sow with timothy, red-top and red clover, as they produce more of a bottom growth. Not suited to sandy or light or gravelly soils. One-half to one bushel sufficient for one acre. Bus. of 45 lbs. $3.50, Ib. 15 cts., 10 Ibs. $1, 100 ibs. $7.50. Red-Top (Agvostis vulgaris). Perennial, 1 to 2 feet, July. Of great value for mixing with lawn, hay or permanent pasture grasses. Will succeed in nearly any soil, but thrives best in a rich, moist soil. Makes a fine bottom growth, rendering it invaluable to be sown with grasses, such as timothy and orchard. Should be fed close if for pasture, as it.is not relished aiter it grows up to seed. Four bushels required for one acre. Fourteen pounds to the bushel. Lb. 15 cts., bus. $1.50, 100 Ibs. $1o. Red-Top, Fancy Recleaned. Free fromchaff. One bushel sufficient for one acre. Thirty-two pounds to the bushel. Lb. 20 cts., bus. $6, too lbs. $18 Kentucky Blue (Poa pratensis). Perennial, 10 to 15 inches, June. Remarkable for its ability to adapt itself to a great variety of soils, succeeding on an average dry soil as well as on a moist meadow. An abundant yielder and presents a handsome green appearance early in the spring, thus making it of great value for lawn mixtures. Also endures the frosts of winter far better than many other grasses. Three bushels re- quired for one acre. Fourteen pounds to the bushel. Lb. go cts., bus. $4, roo Ibs. $25. Orchard (Dactylis glomerata). Perennial, 3 feet. June. Of the greatest value in permanent pasture mixtures on account of its extreme earliness and rapid growth. Thrives best in moist, shady places and will withstand drought exceedingly well, grow- ing when other grasses are drying up. Valued also for hay crop, as it is very nutritious if cut early. Its inclination to grow in tufts necessitates other grasses being sown with it. Three to 4 bushels required for one acre. Weighs 14 pounds to the bushel. Lb. 20 cts., bus. $2.50, 100 lbs. $16. Awnless Brome (Bromus inermus). A hardy per- ennial grass remarkable for its ability to resist drought. Very valuable for hay and pasture grass, yielding very good crops even on poor soils and under unfavorable conditions. Much relished by stock and for nutritious value is rated very high. Sow the seed in the spring as early as ground opens. Sow 20 to 25 pounds to the acre. Weighs 14 pounds per bushel. Lb. 20 cts., bus. $2.50, 100 Ibs. $15. Creeping Bent (Agvostis stolonifera). Perennial, 1 to 2 feet, July. A grass desirable for either lawns or permanent pasture on account of the firm and en- during turf it produces. Specially adapted to moist Creeping Bent Grass, continued situations. Forty pounds required for one acre. Weighs 20 pounds to the bushel. Lb. 30 cts., bus. $5.50, 100 Ibs. $25. Crested Dog’s-tail (Cynosurus cristatus). Peren- nial, 1 to 1% feet, July. A very hardy grass valua- ington Tesfed aeceds= £ ble for permanent pasture, and is not affected by ex- | tremes of weather. Very tender and nutritious. Pro- | duces a very dense turf and largely used in lawn | One and one-half bushels required for Lb. 40 cts., mixtures. one acre. Weighs 28 pounds per bushel. bus. $10, 100 lbs. $35. English Rye Grass (Lolium perenne). Perennial, 15 to 24 inches, June. A valuable variety, used for lawn, permanent pasture and mowing mixtures. Forms a very compact sward, and if cut when in blossom is very nutritious. Very vigorous in moist situations. Three bushels required per acre. Weighs 24 lbs. to the bushel. Lb. 15c., bus. $2.50, 100 lbs. $ro. Hard Fescue ( Festuca duriuscula). Perennial, 18 to 24 inches, June. The most vigorous of the dwarf- growing grasses. Thrives well in dry soils; comes early and withstands long droughts. Very nutritious as a hay crop and valuable for permanent pasture. Two and one-half bushels for one acre. Weighs 14 pounds tothe bushel. Lb. 20c., bus. $2.50, 100 Ibs. $15. Italian Rye Grass (Lolium Jtalicum). Biennial, 18 to 30 inches, June or July. Unsurpassed in produc- tiveness where a permanent grass is not desired. At its best on moist land. Three bushels required for one acre. Weighs 18 pounds to the bushel. Lb. For description, see page 35 36 OR_ GARDEN, FIELD AND FARM, Meadow Fescue (Festuca pratensis). Perennial, 18 to 24 inches, June and July. One of the most valu- able grasses, succeeding in any good soil, though preferring moist places. Very nutritious. Largely used for a permanent pasture. Two and one-half bushels required for one acre. Weighs 15 pounds to the bushel. Lb. 20 cts., bus. $2.50, 100 Ibs. $15. Meadow Foxtail ( Alofecurus pratensis). Perennial, 2to 3 feet, May. A desirable grass for permanent pastures. Verynutritious. Its earliness and resistance to drought recommend it as a superior hay crop. Three to four bushels required for one acre. Weighs 8 Ibs. to the bushel. Lb. 50cts., bus. $3.50, 1co Ibs. $40. Red Fescue (Vfestuca rubra). Perennial, 2 to 2% feet, June and July. On account of its creeping habit is especially valuable for loose, sandy soils and em- bankments. It easily resists drought and is often green when other grasses are dried up. Two and one- half bushels required forone acre. Weighs 14 pounds to the bushel. Lb. 20 cts., bus. $2.50, 100 Ibs. $15. Rhode Island Bent ( Avgvostis canina). Perennial, 1 to 2 feet, June and July. Forms a very fine turf even on light soils. Desirable for lawns, as it forms a very close sward. Resembles red top in appearance. Sow three bushels to the acre. Weighs 10 pounds to the bushel. Lb. 25 cts., bus. $2.25, 100 lbs. $20. Rough-stalked Meadow ( Poa tyvivialis). Perennial, July, 2 to 3 feet. A superior meadow grass thriving only in moist heavy soil. Should be planted with other grasses, as it thrives best when shaded. Weighs 14 pounds to the bushel. One and one-half bushels required for one acre. Lb. 5oc., bus. $6, 100 lbs. $40. Sheep’s Fescue (Festuca ovina). Perennial, 6 to 18 inches, June and July. Named on account of the great liking shown forit by sheep. Very low-growing and especially adapted for dry, upland pastures. Weighs 12 pounds to the bushel. Sow 2% bushels to the acre. Lb. 20 cts., bus. $2., 100 lbs. $15. Sheep’s Fescue, Fine-leaved ( Festuca ovina tenut- folia). Perennial, 8 to 24 inches, June. A finer-leaved variety of above relished by cattle as well as sheep. Suitable for permanent pastures. Weighs 14 pounds to the bushel. Three bushels required for one acre. Lb. 40 cts., bus. $5, 100 lbs. $35. Sweet Vernal, Annual (Anthoxanthum odoratum Puelli). Valued chiefly for its odor. Weighs 10 pounds to the bushel. Sow 2% bushels to the acre. Lb. 20 cts., bus. $1.75, 100 Ibs. $15. Sweet Vernal, True Perennial (4Azthoxanthum odoratum). Perennial, 1 to 2 feet, May and June. Prized for hay and pasturage on account of its deli- cious fragrance. Weighs 10 pounds to the bushel. Three and one-half bushels required for one acre. Lb. 75 cts., bus. $7. Tall Meadow Fescue ( Fes/uca elatior). Perennial, 3 to 4 feet, June and July. A very vigorous-growing grass relished by all kinds of stock. Prefers moist, shady places. Weighs 14 pounds to the bushel. Sow two and one-half bushels to the acre. Lb. 45 cts., bus. $6, 100 Ibs. $4o. Tall Meadow Oat (Arrhenatherum avenaceum). Perennial, 2 to 4 feet, May and June. Remarkable for its luxuriant early growth in spring and also for , heavy crops in fall. Indispensable for a permanent pasture, especially on rich uplands. Weighs 12 pounds to the bushel. Four bushels required for one acre. Lb. 30 cts., bus. $3.25, 100 lbs. $25. Various Leaved Fescue (festuca heterophylla). Perennial, 2% to 3 feet, June and July. Valuable for permanent pastures and mowing. Produces a heavy swath and thrives especially well on uplands. Also used in lawn mixtures for shady locations. Weighs 14 pounds to the bushel. Sow three bushels to the acre. Lb. 30 cts., bus. $4, 100 Ibs. $25. Wood Meadow (Poa nemoralis). Perennial, 134 to 2 feet, June. One of our most valued grasses for shady places, either in lawn or pasture mixtures. Produces a very thick growth and especially adapted to moist soils. Weighs 14 pounds to the bushel. Sow twa bushels to the acre. Lb. 50 cts., bus. $6, 100 lbs. $40. SoEP oN LY W. W. Rawson’s Special Mixtures for Per- manent Pasture and Mowing In seeding down land for pasturage and mowing, it is a well-known fact that, in order to have permanency and a full crop, it is absolutely essential that a number of grasses be used in a mixture. The character of the soil must be taken into consideration, that is, whether it is light or heavy, moist or dry, and only those grasses used which naturally adapt themselves to that partic- ular variety of soil. We have given the mixture of grasses a great deal of careful study and observation, and the special mixtures we list below are the results of our experimenting. We are confident that these mixtures cannot be improved upon and we cannot recommend them too highly. — ZL Rawson’s Permanent Mowing Mixture In the making up of this mixture, we have selected only those grasses that will insure permanency and at the same time heavy crops. While the first cost of this mixture is greater than the common mixture of timothy and red top, still it is cheaper in the end on account of its being permanent and also because of its quick re- covery after the first crop of hay has been cut, thus enabling one to get in addition either a second crop or abundant pasturage during the summer and fall. Kindly state when ordering whether for light, medium or heavy soil. Three bushels required foran acre. Bus. $3, 10 bus. at $2.90 per bus., 25 bus. at $2.80 per bus. Rawson’s Permanent Pasture Mixture None of our speciait mixtures have received more careful study and attention than our Permanent Pas- ture, which is undoubtedly unexcelled for closeness of turf, resistance to drought and durability. We believe that there is not a more valuable asset to a well-kept and prosperous farm than a good permanent pasture, and with this idea in view we have selected only those grasses which will secure a luxuriant growth through- out the season. A good many grasses are often put into pasture mixtures that are short-lived, and from their construction and habit of growth are easily in- jured by trampling. We have excluded all of these varieties, and the result is a mixture that will be green and thrifty even when other grasses are drying up. Kindly state when ordering whether for light, medium or heavy soils. Three bushels required for one acre. Bus. $3.25, 10 bus. at $3.15 per bus., 25 bus. at $3 per bus. If clover is desired to be added to above mixture, use 10 pounds to the acre. Price per 10 pounds $2.25. Sow only in spring. Rawson’s Special Renovating Mixture Used largely for the improvement of old pastures that have run out for lack of care and attention. We include in this many of the most nutritious varieties that are suitable for meadow or pasture land and which will readily supply the deficiency. Before sowing, har- row thoroughly, top-dress with well-rotted manure and then harrow in. After seed is sown, harrow lightly and then roll. One bushel only required for one acre. If clover is added, which is very helpful, add 5 pounds. Bus. $3, 10 bus. at $2.75 per bus. MILLET Hungarian. An annual forage plant of great value, often used as a catch crop if crop of hay has turned out poorly. Flourishes during the heat of the sum- mer, and is one of the best plants for green fodder or for ensilage. Sow from June to August 1 at the rate of one bushel per acre. Bus. $1.75, 10 bus. at $1.65 per bus. Japanese (Barnyard Grass). One of the heaviest cropping forage plants for green fodder and the silo. Grows to a height of 6 or@8 feet, and will produce about 12 tons to the acre. Much relished by cows when fed green, and is very beneficial. A second crop may be obtained by sowing early in May and cut when in flower. Sowings may be made from the middle of May to August 1, at the rate of 15 to 20 aw son & Co. 37 5 UNION STREET S=— _ BOSTON, MASS. Japanese Millet, continued. pounds per acre broadcast. 35 pounds to the bushel. Lb. 15 cts., 25 lbs. $2.50, 100 lbs. $8, bus. $3.25. Golden (German Millet). Very large crop, though not so early as Hungarian. Grows 3 to 5 feet high. Re- quires good soil. Sow one bushel to the acre. Weighs 50 pounds to the bushel. Bus. $1.75. Common. Similar to preceding; has a_ branching flower-stem. Requires a rich soil. Sow one bushel to the acre. 50 pounds to the bushel. Bus. $1.50. Miscellaneous Farm Seeds BARLEY. Sow in spring from 2 to 2% bushels per acre. A selected stock. Bus. $1.50. BUCKWHEAT, Japanese. Earliest and most pro- ductive of the Buckwheats. Bus. $1.50. BUCKWHEAT, Silverhull. Light gray grain; a week later than Japanese. Bus. $1.35 OATS, Golden Sheaf. A remarkably fine selected stock, New England grown. Enormous yield of heavy plump oats. Very early, with stiff straw. Bus. $1.25. PEAS, Canada Field. Valuable for cattle feeding. Also used for ensilage. Sown broadcast in the spring at the rate of two bushels to the acre. Bus. $2. RAPE, Dwarf Essex. Especially valuable for sheep pasturage. Also recommended for hogs and cattle. Sow in April or August in drills at the rate of 3 Ibs. to the acre. Lb. 15 cts., 10 lbs. $1, 100 lbs. $8. RYE, Spring. Best northern-grown. One and one- half bushels to the acre. Bus. $1.50. RYE, Winter. Our own growing. Sow in Septem- ber and October at the rate of one and one-half bushels to the acre. Bus. $1.50. SUNFLOWER, Mammoth Russian. 25 lbs. $2, 100 lbs. $6. WHEAT, Winter. Extra choice stock. Bus. $2. WHEAT, Spring. Northern-grown. Bus. $2. Lb. to cts., GARDEN. LD AND FARM, RAWSON’S “IDEAL” LAWN GRASS RAWSON’S “IDEAL” LAWN GRASS Offered for the first time For over ten years we have carried on experiments on our extensive trial grounds at Newton, N. H., with every imaginable variety of grass seed, both from Europe and this country, to ascertain and establish a perfect mixture of grasses which would produce an ideal lawn in New England. We have given particular attention to grasses which grow successfully in nothern severe climates ; at the same time we have aimed to improve the appearance of the lawn. We have now succeeded and are confident in stating that we offer here the most ‘‘ Ideal’? Mixture of Lawn Grass that is offered in New England for New England. It is an established fact that plants which thrive in New England will grow luxuriantly everywhere, and for that reason we claim that RAWSON’S “IDEAL” LAWN GRASS is unrivaled for hardiness, productiveness, purity and luxuriance in growth, The grasses used in this mixture are highly cleaned, free from all chaft and are absolutely fresh, insuring the purchaser quick results. Please note that RAWSON’S ‘“‘ IDEAL’? LAWN GRASS weighs 20 pounds per bushel ; this in itself is a guarantee of its purity. THE MAKING OF A LAWN is a pamphlet by our Mr. Rawson, which gives to the minutest detail all possible information on the preparation and formation of a lawn, also on the care of an established one and the renovation of an old one. Every package of Lawn Grass, no matter how small, contains one of these pamphlets. In order to introduce our Lawn Grass widely, we are willing to deliver free to any post-office or express Office in the United State, any quantity up to four quarts, at the prices given below. PRICES: Pt. 15 cts., qt. 25 cts., 2 qts. 45 cts., 4 qts. 85 cts., pk. $1.50, bus. of 20 lbs. $5 QUANTITY REQUIRED FOR A NEW LAWN One quart is sufficient to sow a plot of 300 square feet or 15 x 20 feet ; one peck, 2,000 square feet or 50x 40 feet; five bushels, an acre. For renovating, use half the quantity. 38 SOLD LON LY W. W. WwW 5 UNION STREET aw sO & Co BOSTON, MASS. -Z Rawson’s Arlington Lawn Grass has stood the test of our customers for the past twenty years and must be considered a ‘‘ quality mixture.’’ When we first introduced this mixture, quality. grasses were in imperative need and we selected for this mixture a lim- ited number of the purest and heaviest grasses, which would produce a rich velvety sward in the shortest pos- sible time. It can easily be seen that this mixture is quite different from the preceding one, as it weighs 32 pounds per bushel. We highly recommend this mixture for a quick-producing lawn and one that will retain its beauty for a long time. I qt. (will sow 600 sq. ft.) 30 cts.; 2 qts. (will sow 1,300 sq. ft.) 55 cts.; 4 qts. (will sow 2,700 sq. ft.) $1; 8 qts. (will sow 5,400 sq. ft.) $2; 1 bus. (2 bus. will sow an acre) $7.50. Rawson’s Special Mixtures of Grasses for Special Places We have in our employ a man who has devoted his lifetime to the planting and perfecting of lawns, terraces, golf links, bowling greens, lawn tennis grounds, etc., and under whose personal supervision our different mix- tures of grasses as offered beloware prepared. Forthis reason we claim our mixtures should give perfect satisfaction. Rawson’s Special “Shady Location” Lawn Grass Every lawn has some shady spots where the regular grasses will not be permanent. Under above heading, we offer a mixture which is unsurpassed. Qt. 35 cts., free by mail; 2 qts. 65 cts., free by mail; 4 qts. $1.25, free by mail; 8 qts. $2, bus. $7. This mixture weighs 20> pounds per bushel. Rawson’s Special Putting Green Mixture suitable both for Putting Greens and Bowling Greens. Pk. $1.75, bus. $6. This mixture weighs 25 pounds per bushel. Rawson’s Special Mixture for Lawn Tennis, Croquet, or Polo Grounds A perfect mixture for such purposes. Pk. $2, bus. $7. Weight per bushel 20 pounds. Rawson’s “Terrace Turf” Lawn Grass This mixture consists of the best close-growing, deep-rooted varieties, which will not be washed away during heavy rains, at the same time produce a rich velvety sward. Qt. 35 cts.. free by mail; 2 qts. 65 cts., free by mail; 4 qts. $1.25, free by mail; 8 qts. $2, bus. $7. Weight, 20 pounds per bushel. 39 OR_, GARDEN. FIELD AND FARM, ingfon Tested Seeds= £ QNSGy oan sy A Rawson’s Novelties and Specialties for 1908 VEGETABLES The New Blue Potato from Uruquay | The New Blue Potato from Uruquay | A Decided Novelty of Great Value and Sterling Merits. | | Its distinctions are as follows: 1.—More productive than any other potato. 2 —An excellent table variety, a sure and heavy cropper, of good flavor when cooked, baked or boiled. 3.—The only potato adaptable for wet, very wet, and even for marshy, boggy soil; the wetter the soil the greater the crop. 4.—Is absolutely disease proof This potato is very rich in starch, 17 to 18.40% and the crop obtainable is simply marvelous. From trials made by the Department of Agriculture in France, an acre produced 36 tons (1,2@ bushels) of potatoes. The potato, when dug, is a beautiful violet-blue, but cooks perfectly white. Per Ib. 40 cts. Per 10 lbs. $3.50 Potato “Saxony” The Ideal German Salad Potato. A salad potato is entirely different from any other potato and should be used for salads only, though many once acquainted with this special potato like its taste so well that it is used for a great many other purposes. This potato grows in the shape of a ball, not measuring more than 2 inches in diameter, and when cooked 1s not mealy but extremely solid, in fact, so much so that it can easily be sliced to such a degree of thinness that it is perfectly transparent. Americans are absolute strangers to this special class of potatoes, which if once tried, we know, will prove a necessity. Potato salad made from these potatoes is a rarity, a most delicious dish. Per Ib. 10 cts. Per 12 lbs. $1. Per 100 ibs. $6 40 5 UNION STREET a BOSTON, MASS. SoLp LONDEN: W.R aw son & (eo Rawson’s Superior Flower Seeds PLEASE ORDER BY NUMBERS ONLY NOVELTIES To avoid disappointment, we offer only such new introductions as have distinct merits. We consider our list for this year exceptionally fine. - All Novelties offered herewith for outdoor culture will be shown during the season at Rawson’s Dahlia Farm, Marblehead, Mass. 449 AQUILEGIA, ROSE QUEEN. This splendid novelty appeared among A. Coerulea, is extremely long spurred and attains a height of 12 to 16 inches. Freely branched, it produces on long stalks a pro- fusion of graceful long-spurred flowers of light rose, with white center and yellow anthers: a most deli- cate and most beautiful combination of color. Per pkt. 25 cts. Rawson’s New Midsummer Aster. Our own introduction. Undoubtedly the most grace- ful Aster in existence. The formation of the flower is superb, the size gigantic, the colors are the most delicate. The flowers are borne on stout stems, 24 to 30 inches in height; an excellent quality if wanted for cut-flowers. The most-valuable point about this variety is that it produces its fine flowers as early as beginning of August and continues to do so until frost kills the plants. Pkt. oz. 530 Pure White.................. +... fo15 #1 00 532 Delicate Shell-Pink............. gooon Sy * at Co) 535 True Lavender...... éion500 s'sodododder 15 I 00 536 Royal Purple................ ppdoGneod Hs. 1 CO) 538 Bright Rose .......................... 15 100 7o ASTER DAWN OF DAY. The earliest flow- 540 Finest Mixed......................... 15 100 ering Aster now in existence. Sown toth of 545 COLLECTION OrOSEPAR ATE VARIETIES 50 ; March it will show its first flowers by June 15, and if freely cut will continue to bear bloom until late in fall. It is of branching habit and ’ very full, pure white, and an excellent shape. One of the best novelties of the year. Per Pkt. 20 cts., 4%oz. $1.50. Aster Violet King 725 ASTER VIOLET KING. A new type and color in As- ters. The formation of flower is very distinct, petals somewhat resemble the quilled varieties, but are much larger and broader, those in center being fantastically twisted, curled and incurved, ccmpletely. covering the crown. In shape and size the bloom is round, full and very large and many of the flowers measure from 4 to 5 inches in diameter. Its color is a soft violet-lilac, Per 5 Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $1. 78 Bean Butterfly 41 ington Tested Seeds ear Si Fingiite) | Bs feies ‘s]_f Ct STONY 1170 BEAN BUTTERFLY. This new climbing Bean far surpasses the existing varieties in the beauty of its flowers. The flowers are wavy and are distinguished by the snowy white wings and salmon- rose standard, a most pleasing contrast. The vine is extremely floriferous. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts. 1235 BEGONIA ERFORDI RUBRA. Whoever knows B. Erfordi will welcome this splendid acquisition. Compact of habit, rich in foliage, free in blooming, decorative in color, a very necessity for effective carpet bedding. Color deep red. Per pkt. 50 cts. 1655 CAMPANULA MEDIA IMPERIALIS (Canterbury Bells). (Forcing Hybrids). For several years Canterbury Bells, grown in pots, have created quite a sensation, but it as only regrettable that they did not appear somewhat earlier in the season. By careful selection and hothouse culture, our Hybridiser has perfected a strain, which is espec- ially suitable for greenhouse forcing, and will appear fully 3 weeks earlier than the regular strain. The shape of the plant is perfect and the colors are pink, white and blue. Per pkt. 25 cts. 1752 Candytuft, Rawson’s Colossal White. 407%, our ew) en arr ea ee eee lias oes TAT CAV VIENES Candytuft,’”’ we found several years ago, a colossal spike which we at first thought a freak or abnormity. We saved the seed and re-sowed it the following year with the result that fully 50% of the plants produced the same colossal spikes. We then perfected it by re-selecting and roguing and can offer the above strain, with fullest confidence, as the largest White Candytuft in existence. Per pkt. 15 cts., per oz. $1. 1765 Candytuft, Rawson’s Pink Beauty. Fo" y 50 seeds, 25 cts., oz, 50 cts. Florence Denzer 48 } Rawson’s New Marvel Sweet Peas OTHING in recent years has created as much interest as the new type of Sweet Peas. We showed fully 25 varieties last season at Rawson’s Dahlia Farm, where the visitors were simply aston- ished at the improvement of this new type compared with the best sorts of the standard type. A singJe spray of these blooms rivals the most gor- geous orchid, for not only are the colorings vivid, though delicate, but each flower petal is crimped and waved exactly like an orchid. As a rule, four giant é ke blooms and often six appear in regular order along a gM EM SD. deiatisiea at stem, which is robust as to strength and extreme in length, twelve to fifteen inches is nothing unusual. The foliage is darker and more robust as well, and, on account of this remarkable strength, the plants resist diseases of any kind. We predict that before two more years this new strain will supplant the entire list of the standard type at present. Read explicit cultural directions in ‘‘ Rawson’s Floral Guide,’’ mailed free to every applicant. The following list is the most extensive offered in the United States and contains every new variety of merit introduced up to now: 7465 RAWSON’S NEW MARVEL SWEET PEAS, “RAINBOW MIXTURE.” We blend this mixture ourselves and include in same every variety in existence. Pkt. 15 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4.0z. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50 49 rlingfon [Tested Seeds RAWSON'’S SUPERIOR, RS FLOWER_ SEEDS 7512 Audrey Crier (New 1908). Absolutely the fin- est Pink Sweet Pea ever raised. The standard and wings are perfectly formed and most beau- tifully waved and crinkled. The color is that lovely shade of salmon-pink which has become such a favorite and tashion- able color. Pkt. (10 seeds) 50 cts 7539 Burpee’s White Spencer produces, in the greatest profusion, flowers of enormous size that are absolutely pure white. The standard is de- cidedly waved, crinkled and fluted; the wavy wings areso folded that the keelis almost hidden. The standard measures from 1% to 2 inches across by 1% to 1% inches in depth. The wings are fully an inch wide and nearly as deep as the standard. The flowers are borne three and four to the stem and are uniformly well placed. The stems are extra strong and measure from12 to 15 inchesin length. Of fine substance, the magnifi- cent flowers are unsurpassed for cutting and for keeping after being cut. Pkt. (25 seeds) 25 cts. 7540 Burpee’s Primrose Spencer. This isa fitting companion to Burpee’s White Spencer. The vine 1s equally thrifty and free flowering, but slightly shorter in growth, attaining a height of 8to gfeet. The flowers are well placed on strong, thick stems, 10 to 12 inches long, and are borne never less than three flowers, and sometimes four flowers to the stem. The texture is fully as substantial as in Burpee s White Spencer. The color is a pronounced primrose or creamy- yellow throughout both standard and wings. Both standard and wings are thoroughly crin- kled or ‘‘ waved.’ Spencer type and the first of its color to be in- troduced. Pkt. (25 seeds) 25 cts. 7508 Countess of Spencer. Bright clear pink, show- ing a little deeper at the edges. The form Is open and the mar gins of the petals are wavy. Stand- ard and wings are very large, the blossoms frequently measuring two inches across. The stems are very long. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 0z. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. 7593 E. J. Castle. Bright rose-crimson, with veins of deeper rose, large size, open form and wavy edges, four flowers. to a stem: Pkt. 25 cts., oz. 75 cts., 4 OZ. $2.50. Enchantress. Bright pink, shading a little deeper at theedges. Beautiful in form, has wavy, fluffy petals. Pkt. 25 cts., oz- 50 cts., 4 Oz. $1.50. 3 Eric Hinton. Delicate light pink, with beautiful Wavy petals. very large and showy. Pkt. 20 cts., oz. 4o cts., 4 oz. $I. Etta Dyke. A lovely variety, which is at once the largest and most exquisitely formed pure white variety in cultivation. The standard and wings are beautifully waved, of the largest size, and the color intensely pure without the slightest ten- dency to tinge or grow pink. It is the acme of perfection in pure white. Pkt. (10 seeds) 50 cts. } Florence Spencer. Delicate blush with pink margin. Very large, wavy form, with long stems and four blossoms to the stem. A fine variety. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 0z. 75 cts., Ib. $2.5¢. Frank Dolby. Pale blue, very ares and hand- some, four flowers to a stem, beautifully Ww aved petals. Pkt. 25 cts., oz. 75 cts., 4 0z. $2.50. 7610 Geo. Herbert. Certificate of Merit, Royal Bo- tanic Society, London. A really splendid variety of great substance and huge size. The standards of this flower measure 2% inches in diameter. The color is most charming, the standards being rose, with deep scarlet wings. The greater pro- 7609 portion of spikes bear four flowers. Pkt. 25 cts., 75 cts., 4 0z. $2.50. 7613 Glaays Unwin. Self. colored, clear bright, light pink; the first variety of this new type. The freest blooming variety of all. Pkt. fo cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 0z. 50 “cts., Ib. $1.50. 7627 John Ingman. Rosy scarlet, very large flowers, with wavy petal, quite a distinct shape and most attractive. Pkt. ro cts., oz. 20 cts., 4 0z. 50 cts., Ib. $1.50. A decided acquisition to the ° 50 7661 Mrs. Alfred Watkins. Most delicate pink. shading to blush at edges. One of the finest varieties of this new type. A bouquet of this color is simply gorgeous. Four flowers to a stem. Pkt. 25 cts., oz. 75 cts., 4 0z. $2.50. 7686 Nora Unwin. Pure white, and giant in size; exquisitely crinkled wavy petals “four or more flowers to the stem. A variety which every Sweet Pea enthusiast must grow. Pkt. 25 cts., Oz. 75 cts., 4 Oz. $2.50. Paradise: A most charming flower, which out rivals the best orchid in appearance; a fresh, delicate pink, with edges of a deeper shade of pink; four giant flowers on a stout extra-iong stem. Pkt. 25 cts., oz. 50 cts., 4 Oz. $1.50. 7693 Phyllis Unwin. Light rose, with large, wavy petaled flowers. A very eftective shade. Pkt. 10 cts., Oz. 25 cts., 4 Oz. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. 7696 Prince of Asturias. The largest and best dark variety ever raised, completely overshadowing the older sorts. The huge standard 1s beauti fully waved and of a deep chocolate color, and the wings deep purple. It is wonderfully free- flowering, and of vigorous growth. This repre- sents an enormous advance in this color. Pkt. (1c seeds) 50 cts. 7706 Queen Alexandra. A self-colored, bright hue, scarlet, of colossal size, distinctly waved, and 1s 7688 most effective when gracefully bunched; four flowers toa stem. Pkt. 25 cts., oz. 50 Cts., 4 Oz. $i.56. 7 Shasta. A pure white: the flowers are large and open; the petals, both standard and wings, are wavy on the edges. It usually bears four blos- soms. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 oz. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50. i 7735 Zoe. A deep self blue, most striking and effec- tive; stems are fully fifteen inches long, and have never less than four blooms. Flowers are very wavy and large. Pkt. 257cts., oz 75 cts. 4.0z. $2.50. Burpee’s White Spencer SO Seo (Opa ae Rawson’s Superior Wild Garden Mixture Rawson’s Seeds for the Wild Garden have gained an enviable reputation among thousands of amateur and professional gardeners on account of the completeness of the mixture and the brilliant contrast of the great num- ber of varieties. This is proven by the vast amount of evidence we are in receipt of from those who have taken up this modest phase of floriculture. Any one who has planted and cultivated flowers in neatly laid out beds or carefully planned ribbon borders, is aware of the great amount of labor and constant attention necessary to pro- duce the desired effect. To those who cannot give this care and attention we especially recommend Rawson’s Wild Garden Mixture, which, for its unusual and varied effects, for its cheapness and for the small amount of labor necessary for its construction, has no rival. Rawson’s Wild Garden Seeds are a mixture of over two hun- dred varieties of flower seeds, and can be offered at a much less price than when sold in separate packets. The varieties are all annuals, and no one who has not seen such a bed can form an idea of its possibilities, the different seasons of bloom insuring something new every day. 8400 Tall Varieties. Tall-growing annuals in up- | 8410 Dwarf Varieties. Dwarf-growing annuals in wards of 200 varieties. Pkt. 15 cts., oz. 25 cts., upwards of 200 varieties in choicest mixture. 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. Pkt. 15 cts., oz. 25 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., Ib. $2.50. 8420 Rawson’s Flower Seed Mixture for Cut-Flowers, 1's, superb mixture includes varieties generally treated as annuals which are of special value for cutting for bouquets, vases, etc. Early, medium and late sorts are present in the mixture, thus assuring the purchaser a continuity of bloom from June till frost. Every desirable color and shade is included in endless variety, producing one of the most beautiful effects imaginable. This mixture can easily be grown by any on2 with very little care and in any good common soil. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 40 cts: ? 1 = No class of plants enjoys greater popularity at the 8425 Rawson’s Perennial Garden Mixture. present time than the Hardy Pereanials. They have made rapid strides into public favor the past few years, until now they may be considered to have a prominent and a permanent place in our American gardens. They have for many years been greatly in demand in European countries, and everywhere have given the best of satisfaction. According to the modern idea of landscape gardening, the ideal garden is not one whose beds are laid out on geometric lines, but rather one where there is a closer resemblance to nature, and this can best be effected by the use of perennials giving a great range of color and at the same time a continuity of bloom throughout the season. We include in this mixture those varieties which are best grown from seed, or rather which come true from the seed. Pkt. 15 cts., oz. 25 cts., Ib. $2.50. 5 51 AWSON’S SUPERIO RS FLOWER | SEEDS ingfon Tested Seeds Sul RAWSON’S “COUNTRY GARDEN” COLLECTION OF FLOWER SEEDS Price $1.00 Delivered Free in any part of the United States VERY year we receive numerous calls for a collection of Flower Seeds comprising all the popu- lar annuals of easy cultivation and adapted for either cutting or show effect. To supply this want we offer the above-named collection, which contains the following: 1-4 LB. SWEET PEAS, RAWSON’S BLUE RIBBON MIXTURE 1 OZ. TALL NASTURTIUM, RAWSON’S ARLINGTON PRIZE and a package each of the followtng popular annuals Sweet Alyssum, Aster, Calendula, Calliopsis, Candytuft, Cornflower, Chinese Pink, Small Sunflower, Larkspur, Marigold, Mignonette, Pansy, Petunia, Drum- mond’s Phlox, Rawson’s Superb Mixture of Poppy, Scabiosa, and Zinnia, also a Large Packet of Rawson’s Wild Garden Mixture, and Rawson’s Cut- Flower Mixture EXPLICIT CULTURAL DIRECTIONS ON EACH PACKET On account of the great reduction in price of this grand collection, we cannot make any changes in regard to contents when ordered. We believe this collection will be a great advertisement for our firm, and we wish to recommend our business friends to avail themselves of this splendid offer. Sn Rawson’s Collection of Six Annual Climbers For the convenience of our customers, we have selected six of the fastest-growing annual vines, which not only will produce quick results but will cover unsightly fences and trellises with graceful foliage and flowers. THE ENTIRE COLLECTION, 25 CENTS 52 57.2 W, W. Rawson & Coo" Soest tN Sines. | GENERAL LIST OF Rawson’s Superior Flower Seeds ALL FLOWER SEEDS ARE MAILED FREE AT PACKET, OUNCE AND POUND RATE TO ANY POST OFFICE IN THE UNITED STATES PLEASE GIVE THE NUMBERS ONLY IN ORDERING The following list contains a most complete assortment of the choicest and most popular flowers for either conservatory, greenhouse or garden culture: Annuals grow from seed, flower, mature their seed, and die in one year, or, in other words, the same season. Hardy Annuals are those which can be sown in the open ground. Half-hardy Annuals are those which should be started early in the house, conservatory or hotbed, and trans- planted to the garden in settled warm weather. Biennials grow from seed, sown from June to August, flower, ripen their seed and die the next year, though some varieties bloom the same season if sown early in gentle heat. Hardy Biennials will winter in the open ground without protection. Perennials grow from seed, and continue flowering annually for many years after the first season. Some va- rieties flower the first season if planted early in gentle heat. Half-hardy Biennials require the protection of a coldframe or coolhouse during winter. Hardy Perennials can remain in the open ground during winter without protection. Hali-hardy Perennials require the protection of a coldframe or coolhouse during the winter. Tender or Greenhouse Perennials require window or greenhouse culture, free from frost during winter, and thrive in the garden during the warm months. At any time we will cheerfully supply any information as far as we are able pertaining to gardening or flori- culture, and solicit correspondence from our customers. Rawson’s Floral Guide should be in the hands of every flower-grower. It contans most explicit, up-to-date, and original directions for growing success- fully almost any variety of flowers offered herein. Mailed free upon application A dash (—) indicates a repetition; fl. pl. signifies flore pleno, or double. Full cultural directions are given on each packet 53 n 20 iN) ior on isd) 5 ——lycoctonum. Yellow variety from Sibe- q Achillea btarmica, The Pearl ABUTILON, Finest Mixed(Chinese Bell Flower, Flowering Maple). Attractive coolhouse shrub and window plant. Perpetual-blooming plants bear- ing lovely bell-shaped flowers valuable both for winter decoration and summer bedding. Height 4 feet. Pkt. 25 cts. 1-320z. $1. ACANTHUS latifolius (Bear’s Breech). Hardy perennial. Showy plant, with decorative foliage and stately, erect flower-stalks 3 feet high; excel- lent for lawn groups or massed in border. Flow- ers purple. Height 3 feet. Julyand August. Pkt. 10 cts., Oz. 50 cts. —Moollis (Bear’s Breech). Same as above except bearing pure white flowers. Height 2 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 50 cts. ACHILLEA Ptarmica, the Pearl (Sneezewort). Hardy perennial. One of the best, bears a profu- sion of small, double, white flowers during the entire season. Fine for cutting. Height 2% feet. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $2. ACHIMENES, Finest Mixed. Tuberous-rooted greenhouse plant, profuse bloomers allied to Gloxinias; colors mauve, lilac, crimson and white. For full cultural directions, see Rawson’s ) Axlington Tested Seeds AWSON'’S SUPERIOR, | RS FLOWER_ SEEDS 7o ADENOPHORA Potanini. Hardy perennial, shrub-like in growth; produces spikes 2 to 3 feet high, with many large, bell-shaped light blue flow- ers 1% inches in diameter. June and July. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $1.50. 75 ADLUMIA ecirrhosa (Mountain Fringe, Alle- gheny Vine, or Climbing Fumitory). Lovely bi- ennial climber flowering the first season; deli- cate slender foliage, resembling maidenhair ferns and white and purple flowers in panicles. Plant in a damp, cool place. Height 15 feet. June to September. Pkt. 10 cts., Y%oz. 50 cts. 80 ADONIS aestivalis (Pheasant’s Eye). Hardy annual. Dark green foliage; scarlet flowers. foot. June to August. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 85 —autummnalis (Flos Adonis). Small, crimson flow- ers, with dark center; globose. 1 foot. May to July. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. go —vernalis (Spring Adonis). Hardy perennial, with large yellow flowers in the early spring. Foliage finely cut. Height 1 foot. May. Pkt. 10 cts., OZ. 75 cts. AGERATUM Half-hardy annuals, especially well adapted to edge large beds of geraniums, salvia, coleus or cannas. Flower continuously through the summer. 1oo Ageratum Lasseauxi. Rose-colored. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1. 1 1% feet. 105 —Mexicanum. Blue. 1) feet. Pkt. 5c., oz. 30c. 110 ——album. Pure white. 1% feet. Pkt. 5c., oz. 30c. 115 — —Blue Perfection. Dark blue, immense flow- ers. 1% feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1. 120 — —Dwarf Imperial White. Fine for edging. g inches. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 60 cts. 125 ——-—-—Blue. g inches. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 60 cts. 130 ——-—Swanley Blue. Deep blue; very large flowers. g inches. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 75 cts. 135 ——Little Dorritt. Azure-blue; very free-flow- ering. 6 inches. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 75 cts. 140 — —Dwarf Little Blue Star. New. One of the handsomest blue-flowered dwarf edging plants. Grows 5 inches high, and is just covered with small bright blue flowers. Out- rivals lobelia. Pkt. 25 cts. AGROSTEMMA Coeli-rosa (Rose of Heaven). Superb free-flowering hardy annual, rose-colored flowers ; fine for cutting. Height 1% feet. July to September. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. —Coronaria (Rose Campion, Mullein Pink). Hardy perennial; flowers dark blood-red and very large; foliage silvery. Height 2 feet. June to September. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 cts. —Flos-Jovis (Jove Flower). Hardy perennial; showy, with bright pink flowers. Height 15 inches. July. Pkt. to cts., oz. 75 cts. 150 160 Floral Guide. Height 2 feet. August to No- vember. 1,000 seeds $2, pkt. 25 cts. ACONITUM, Finest Mixed - (Aconite, Monkshood, Wolfsbane). Hardy peren- nials. Showy spikes of hood-shaped flowers. 4feet. June toSeptember. All colors. Pkt. 10 Cts., Oz. 75 cts. —napellus. Blue. Pkt. 1octs., oz. 75 cts. —-—albus. White. Pkt. 1octs., oz. $1.25. ria, very hardy. Pkt. 25 cts., 4%oz. 75 cts. ACROCLINIUM album fil. pl. Hardy annual, with everlasting flowers. Good for cutting. Like all straw flowers should be dried thoroughly before used. Flowers double white. 1 foot. Julyto October. Pkt. I5ICUSS wOZe25aCLS. 5 --roseum. Single pink. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. ——fl. pl. Double pink. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 54 Ageratum Mexicanum, Dwarf Imperial White a RO = : See ONLY BY 105 Agrostemma hybrida Walkeri (\alker’s Lychnis). Hardy perennial, bearing large pink flowers. Height 1 foot. Juneto September. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $1.25. 185 ALOYSIA citriodora (Lemon Verbena). A greenhouse shrub, valuable for the fragrance of the foliage. 2 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., %oz. 50 cts. 190 ALSTROMERIA, Finest Mixed. Hardy per- ennial. Beautiful lily-like flowers, borne in clus- ters ranging from light yellow to orange. Height 3 feet. June to August. Must be grown in moist shady spots. Pkt. 25 cts., 40z. 75 cts. ALYSSUM, SWEET One of the most popular hardy annuals, used espe- cially for edging and also valuable for cutting on account of the fragrance of flowers. 200 ALYSSUM Benthami (the popular Sweet Alys- sum). Pure white. 6 inches. June to November. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. go cts., 4Ib. $1. 205 ——compactum. Verycompact plants, profusely covered with pure white blossoms. Height 4 inches. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 Cts. 210 ——Little Gem. The dwarfest and best for de- sign bedding. Plants very compact and bushy and grow only 3 inches high. Often called Carpet of Snow and White Fleece. Pkt. 10 cts., 0z. 60 cts. —saxatile compactum (Gold Dust). Hardy perennial. Excellent rock or border plant, bearing bright yellow flowers from April to June. Height ginches. Pkt. ro cts., oz. 60 cts. AMARANTHUS caudatus ing). Hardy annual. 220 (Love-lies-bleed- Ornamental foliage plant, fine for bedding. Green foliage, with long, droop- | ing crimson racemes. 2 feet. Pkt. 5 cts.,0z. 25 cts. —cruentus (Prince’s Feather). Dark red foliage and feathery flowers. 2feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. —tricolor (Joseph’s Coat). Red, yellow and green foliage. 2 feet. Pkt. 5 cts.. oz. 4o cts. AMPELOPSIS quinquefolia (the popular Vir- ginia Creeper). Perennial climber. Large leaves which color in the fall, also bears clusters of dark fruit, very ornamental and easily raised from seed. Height 30 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 250 —Veitchi (Japan Ivy, Boston Ivy. or Japanese Woodbine). The popular vine which covers so many public buildings in Boston. 50 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. ANCHUSA Barrelieri (Alkanet). Hardy per- 255 , ennial. Flowers deep blue, witha white tube and pink throat, borne on spikes 2 feet high, good for cutting. June to September. Pkt. 10 cts., 4oz. 30 cts. —eapensis. Biennial. Flowers azure-blue. 1% feet. July and August. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. —-Italieca. Hardy perennial. Deep blue. 3 feet. June to September. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 cts. —-—‘*Dropmore Variety.’’ New. The bright blue forget-me-not-like flowers are borne on graceful stems during the entire season and way late into the fall. It is a great improvement over the existing varieties. Hardy perennial. 4 to 5 feet. Pkt. 20 cts. —sempervirens. Hardy perennial. Rich blue. 1% feet. May. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 cts. ANEMONE, Single Giant de Caen (Wind- flower). The giant French Anemone. Half- hardy perennial. Excellent for cutting. Cup- shaped flowers in blue, red and white. May and June. ginches. Pkt. 5 cts., “oz. 50 cts. —St. Brigid (Irish Anemone). Enormous blooms the size of tulips, with great variety of striking colors. Pkt. 15 cts., %oz. $1. 268 W.W. Rawson & Co. 55 5 UNION STREET S=— BOSTON, MASS. ANTHEMIS Kelwayi (Golden Daisy). Hardy perennial. Large daisy-like yellow flowers, good for cutting. Height 2 feet. July to September. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 60 cts. ANTHERICUM Liliago (St. Bernard’s Lily). Stately hardy perennial, with pure white lily-like flowers. Height 2 feet. May to August. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 60 cts. —Liliastrum (St. Bruno’s Lily). Hardy perennial from the Alps. Dense spikes, large pure white” flowers 2 to 3 feet. June and July. Pkt. 10 cts., Oz. $1.50. Sweet Alyssum ANTIRRHINUM (Snapdragon) Half-hardy perennial and annual. Blooms in July if sown early in the house. One of our finest cut-flowers. TALL VARIETIES (3 feet) 300 Antirrhinum, Rawson’s Tall New Giant, Finest Mixed. Our seed of this exceptional fine quality comes from the Royal. Gardens in England and is without doubt the choicest strain. Pkt. 10 cts., oz So cts. 305 — — —Giant Pure White. Pkt. 1octs., oz. $1. 310 —— ——Searlet. Pkt. 1octs., oz. $1. 315 ————Yellow. Pkt. 1octs., oz. $1. 320 — — — —Dark Rose. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1. 525 — —— —Delicate Pink. Pkt. 1octs., oz. $1. 330 — — — —Coral Red. Pkt. to cts.. oz. $1. 340 COLLECTION OF 12 CHOICE VARIETIES. 50 cts. 350 COLLECTION OF 6 CHOICE VARIETIES. 30 Cts. INTERMEDIATE ANTIRRHINUM (18 inches) 351 Antirrhinum, Rawson’s Intermediate Fairy Queen. New. Brilliant rose, golden lips, white throat. Pkt. ro cts., oz. 75 cts. 352 ———gloriosum. Carmine, white throat, lips bordered white. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 75 cts. 353 — — —Queen of the North. Immense flowers of purest white. Pkt. 1octs., oz. 75 cts. 354 — — —Black Prince. Darkest crimson, almost black. Pkt. 10 cts., 0z. 75 cts. 355 ———Golden Queen. Giant flowers of pure golden yellow. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 75 cts. 356 — — —Brilliant Scarlet. Pkt 10 cts., oz. 75 cts. 57 ———Pink Empress. A most lovely shade of pink. Pkt. to cts., oz. 75 cts. 358 — — —Coral Rose. Pkt. 1octs, oz. 75 cts. 359 — ——Fimest Mixed. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 75 cts. VERY DWARF VARIETIES (12 inches) Excellent for borders or edging. 380 Antirrhinum, Rawson’s Very Dwarf Pure White. Pkt. 1octs., oz. 75 cts. 381 — ——-—WSearlet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 75 cts. 382 — — — —Crimson, White Throat. Pkt. 1octs., OZy 75)Gts- 383 — — — —Pink. Pkt. 1octs., oz. 75 cts. 384 — —— —Yellow. Pkt. 1octs., oz. 75 cts. 385 — — — —Finest Mixed. Pkt. to cts., oz. 75 cts. AQUILEGIA (Columbine) Hardy perennials. Are most elegant plants and in- valuable for cut-flowers; moist situations, plenty of sun, rockery. 390 Aquilegia, Rawson’s Long-spurred Hybrids. The seed is collected from the choicest hybrids only and contains an unlimited variety. Pkt. 25 cts., 4%oz. $1, oz. $3. ) Aclington Tested Seeds | 394 Aquilegia, Single Finest Mixed. 3 feet. Pkt. | 415 —Canadensis. 420—chrysantha (Golden Columbine). | 442 ——delicatissima. AWSON'S SUPERIOR, RE FLOWER_ SEEDS to cts.. OZ. 75 cts. | 400 —Double Finest Mixed. 3 ieet. Pkt. 10C.,0z. 75¢. 405 —alba plena. Double white. Pkt. 5 cts.. oz. 50c 410 —Californieca hybrida. Petals golden yellow spurs crimson. 2 feet. July to September. Pkt. 25 cts., 40z. $1.25. Scariet and yellow. 1% feet. June and July. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 80 cts. Primrose- colored, good grower, most hardy. 3 feet. June to September. Pkt. 10 cts., oz $1.5¢. 425 —coerulea (Rocky Mountain Coiumbine). Large, long-spurred flowers. with blue sepals and white petals; very choice. iS inches’ June to August. Pkt. 25 cts., 4oz. $1.25 | 430 ——alba. Pure white, best. Pkt. 25c., 4% oz. $1.25. 435 —glandulosa (Siberian Columbine). Flowers large and nodding, bright lilac. with petals tipped and bordered creamy white. 2 feet. May and June. Pkt. 50 cts.. 1-16 oz. $1.25. ' 437 —chrysantha grandiflora alba. Purest white, long spurs. 2 feet. June to September. Pkt. 25 cts., 4%oz. $1.25. | 440 —Haylodgensis. A cross between Ccerulea and Chrysantha in all shades of blue, pink, white and yellow; Jong spurs. 18 inches. June to August. Pkt. 25 cts., 4oz. $1.25. A Columbine of the most delicate color, the delicate satin-rose of the spurs passing imperceptibly into the delicate light yellow of the crown. Extremely long spurs; very floriferous. Tune. Pkt. 25 cts. 3 feet. May and 2 Aquilegia, Helena. feet. June to August. Dark blue; long spurs. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $1. 447 —Jaetschaui. Giant yellow flowers, with red spurs. 2 feet. July. Pkt. ro cts., Yoz. $1. 448 —Skinneri (Mexican Columbine). Long-spurred flowers, scarlet-primrose. 2 teet. Pkt. 25 cts., Yoz. $2. 449 —Rose Queen. New. Rose-white center. 3 feet. Pkt. 25 cts. 450 —Stuarti. Monstrous dark blue flowers, with white corolla. 2 feet. Pkt. 50 cts. 452—truncata. Splendid orange-scarlet flowers, long-spurred. 1% feet. July and August. Pkt. 25 cts., 4oz. 75 cts. 455 COLLECTION OF 12 CHOICE VARIETIES. 50 cts. 470 ARABIS alpina (Rock Cress). Hardy peren- nial. Pure white flowers in close heads. Excel- lent for edging, rockwork or dry situations. 6 inches. April to June. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $r. 475 ARCTOTIS grandis. Hardy annual of splen- did quality from South Africa. Large lilac daisy- like flowers appear in great abundance from June til! frost. Excellent for cutting Flowers close up during evening. Height 2% feet. Pkt. 15 cts., 4oz. 50 cts. 477 ARISTOLOCHIA Sipho (Dutchman's Pipe Vine). Perennial climber. leaves and curious flowers. oz. $1.50. Large. heart-shaped 50 feet. Pkt. 25 cts., Arctotis grandis See oat NN W. Rawson & Cone 57 UNION STREET cio 480 ARMERIA formosa (Thrift, or Sea Pink). Hardy perennial. Excellent for edging or bor- ders. Dwarf plant of easy culture, forms ever- green tufts of bright green foliage, and produ- ces innumerable pink flowers in dense head on stiff, wiry stems. 6 inches. July to September. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 cts. 482 ——alba. The same as above in pure white. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 50 Cts. ; 485 ASCLEPIAS tuberosa (Butterfly Weed, Milk- weed). Hardy perennial. Brilliant orange and yellow flowers in flat-topped, terminal clusters, leaves lanceolate, shiny, olive-green. Dry soil. 2feet. June to September. Pkt. 15cts., 4%0z.75c. —Halli. New. Pure white. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. 75c. ASPARAGUS plumosus nanus. A pot-plant for either house or conservatory. finely-cut foliage. Pkt. 25 cts., 100 seeds $1. 490 500 graceful Very 505 —Sprengeri. Drooping foliage, adapted tor hang- ing baskets or cutting. Pkt. 25 cts., oz. 75 cts. 515 ASPERULA odorata (Sweet Woodruff). Hardy perennial. Handsome creeping plant, with deep green whorled fohage and pretty white flowers Especially useful for carpeting in shady situa- tions. 6inches. June and July. Pkt. 1o0c., oz. 8oc. ASPHODELUS albus (Asphodel, King’s Spear). Hardy perennial. Stately spikes of pure white flowers. Grows best on sandy soil. 4 to 5 feet. July and August. Pkt. 25 cts., Yoz $1.50. —luteus. Yellow, sweet-scented. 4 feet. July. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1.50. ASTERS We take the utmost pains to seiect seeds from the most perfect flowers, only, and wish to assure our patrons that our strains are the superiority of per- tection. 525 June to Rawson’s New Midsummer Aster Introduced by us in 1906. Undoubtedly the most graceful Aster in existence. The formation of the flower is superb, the size gigantic, the colors are the most delicate. The flowers are borne on stout stems 24 to 30 inches in height, an excellent quality if wanted for cut-flowers. The most valuable point about this variety is that it produces its fine flowers as early as beginning of August and continues to do so until frost kills the plants. We offer the following desirable shades: Pkt. Yoz. 530 Pure White.......................4- $o 15 $1 00 532 Delicate Shell-Pink.................. 15 1 00 535 True Lavender ......................- 15 1 00 530 Royal Purple ......................... 15 1 00 558 Bright Rose............... 660000000000 15 I 00 540 Finest Mixed ......................... 15 75 545 COLLECTION OF 4 VARIETIES ....-...-- 50 Rawson’s_ Late-branching Asters Superior to any other late-flowering Aster. Flowers are very large in size and borne on long, stiff stems, 2 to 2% feet high, which, together with the ideal form of the bloom, at once places them at the head of our September flowers. The petals are long, giving a chrysanthemum-like appearance to the flower, which greatly enhances its beauty. Pkt. 44oz. Oz. 550 Finest Mixed ................ $#o 10 $o 50 $1 75 555 Crimson ................-...-5-- 10 60 200 560 Dark Blue...................... 10 60 2 00 565 Light Blue ..................... 10 60 200 570 Rose-Pink ..................--- 10 60 200 575 Shell-Pink ..................... ite) 60 2 00 SSO DS CATO Ei reclelcieieisicierieleicisiciciersie sieuelel> 10 60 2.00 585 Pure White .................... 10 60 200 590 COLLECTION OF 6 VARIETIES --- 50 ASTERS, continued RAWSON’S BOSTON FLORIST ASTER. A superb midseason variety of great local popularity. Plant is of branching habit, throwing up the large, finely formed flowers 2 feet high. The outer petals are gracefully recurved. Pkt. ‘oz. Oz. 610 Finest Mixed ........... ..---$0 10 $0 75 $2 50 é15 Bright Rose...................- 10 75 2 50 620 Dark Blue ..................... 10 WS. 2&9 625) Light) Blues s.5 24... -eieeceeeene 10 75 250 630 Peach-Blossom................ 10 75 250 6350hiery Scarletmen-ceeeeeese eee 10 75 250 640 Pure White... 3.2.2... 0.0252. 10 75 250 645 COLLECTION OF 6 VARIETIES ..- 50 Rawson’s New Giant Comet Aster. Considered by many to be the most beautiful of all the Asters. The immense size of the flowers and the long, wavy, twisted petals produce an effect not unlike the finer Japanese chrysanthemums. It is an ideal cutting variety, as each plant bears a number of these exquisitely formed flowers on long, stiff stems. Rk. oz: Oz. 650 Finest Mixed ............... $0 10 $1 00 $3 00 655, Crimson seer ee eee eee 10 I 00 300 C607; Darky Bluesea tee creerceecaee TO} 41,00}, 300 665 Light Blue ................-..-. LO} Jel) CO) ,00 (70) IAN Dgcpoog Hoahoo doeaos coDNGd Ode 10 100 300 75 wCarleterrecaneerie ce peudoeS 10 100 300 6805 Whites c. cadccmmeceo eee LO} OO e300) 685aMellOw:yecemecceeeetere Sedna nace Ifo) Sho) 3 (Yo) 687 COLLECTION OF 12 VARIETIES... 90 690 COLLECTION OF 6 VARIETIES.... 50 joo DAWN OF DAY. New. The earliest flowering Aster. Will flower by June 15, and if freely cut will continue to bear blooms until late in fall. Branching in habit and pure white in color. Flowers are large and very double. Yoz. $1.50 Pkt. 20 cts., rlingfon Tested Seeds 720 Rawson’s Purity. AWSON'S SUPERIOR, SRS FLOWER_ SEEDS 710 RAWSON’S DAYBREAK. A delicate pink Aster from which it derives its name. The flow- ers are very double and globe-shaped and borne symmetrically on the plant, making it one of the best varieties for bedding, as well as cutting. Blooms during August. Pkt. 10 cts., 40z. $1.25, oz. $4. Height 2 feet. Of the same type as Daybreak, differing only in color, which is a pure glistening white. Just as free-flowering and symmetrical as Day- break and undoubtedly unsurpassed as a white bedding variety. Pkt. 10 cts., 4%oz. $1.25, oz. $4. 725 Violet King Aster. 4 now , type and colorin Asters. The formation of flower is very distinct, petals some- what resemble the quilled varieties, but are much larger and broader, those in center being fantastically twisted, curled and incurved, com- pletely covering the crown. In shape and size the bloom is round, full and very large, many of the flowers measuring from 4 to 5 inches in diameter. Its color is a soft violet-lilac. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $1. 730 GENERAL JACQUEMINOT. One of the most beautiful Asters. Color a very rich crimson. identical with the Jack Rose. Flowers are very large and double. One of the best types of the imbricated Aster. Pkt. 1o cts., 40z. $1, 0z. $3. 735 ASTER, HERCULES. New. A gigantic flower of the purest white; long, wavy petals give it the appearance of a chrysanthemum. Height 20 ches. Pkt. 25 cts. _Rawson’s Improved Hohenzollern Aster The original type was introduced a few * seasons ago as a perfected Comet. Our improved strain is absolutely distinct from either Comet or Ostrich Feather and promises to become the most popular Aster on the market. The plants Sar oe w.wW.E aw sOn & Co Se. STREET Rawson’s Peony-Flowered Perfection Aster, con Pkt. Yoz Oz. 840 Shining Crimson.............$0 10 $1 00 $3 00 845 Pure White ..... goncodoD sad OGoD TOs 1p OO} 3u OG 847 COLLECTION OF 18 VARIETIES..1 00 | 848 COLLECTION OF 12 VARIETIES... 75 850 COLLECTION OF 6 VARIETIES... 50 Rawson’s Queen of the Market Aster. Most valuable for early cutting. The plants branch freely and produce a great many well-formed flowers nearly a month in advance of the later sorts Pkt. Yoz. Oz. 860 Finest Mixed ................ fo 10 $0 35 $1 oo | 865 Crimson........... beatae GeaOne 10 AR | i} Co) | 870 Dark Blue.................-.--- 10 35. 1 00 875 Light Blue ..................... 10 BS uae OO iso)! ) STIS boon donbo suasueHdoe doubGone 10 35 +1 00 885 Peach-Plossom................ 10 35. +I 00 Soom Whitey cierto tener icine siciey yf ey 10 35. «1 (00 | 895 COLLECTION OF 6 VARIETIES.... 50 | Rawson’s Improved Victoria Aster. A variety unsurpassed for beauty of form. Flowers are enormous In size, with reflexed petals, there often being as many as twenty to the plant. Especially valuable for exhibition. Pte toc en @r gio Finest Mixed ................ fo 15 $075 $5 oo g15 Crimson ...............-....---- 15 75 5.00 920 Dark Blue..................... 15 75 5 00 925 Light Blue ............... 6.0000 15 75 500 930 Peach-Blossom...........- idodo 15 75) 5 OO 935 Delicate Rose.................. 15 75 5 00 Rawson’s Improved Hohenzoilern Aster, continued | 940 Searlet......................2.. 15 75 500 grow very tall and branch treely. The flowers are of | 945 White ................ Bp aeration 15 75, 15100 the most exquisite composition. Long, narrow, fluted 947 COLLECTION OF 12 VARIETIES... 90 petals gracefully intertwine and form a_ gigantic | 950 COLLECTION OF 6 VARIETIES.... 50 flower of substantial quality. The center of the flow- — ~ é ers is well filled, It is an early fall variety. Height 2 feet. Pkt. Moz, Oz. PA Te sey FLUO siststs sie .cielecrsicisiele 215 $o 15 $075 $5 00 742 Crimson...... 00 CooD Do d0Os BODOG . 15 75 5 00 Figs ADE HES) SIE a6 Soccnd0se cceuGoaGGe. mG 75 5 00 TAAGECOS Chips erioaerce cee: docu ddcd0e LS 75 500 745 White ........... oaaovdde soadood MG 75 5 00 746 Delicate Pink.................. 15 75 500 747 Finest Mixed .................. 15 75 5 00 Rawson’s Ostrich Feather Aster. This class resembles the Giant Comet variety in hav- ing the long, twisted petals. The petals are longer, however. thus bearing a much closer resemblance to the Japanese chrysanthemums. px ia On 750 Finest Mixed ................ $0 10 $1 00 $3 00 755 Crimson ................. ooddo0 - 10 100 300 760 Dark Blue .......... oooasoouned iO) i CO-,+ OV) 765 Light Blue ........... Sddenso0Sa WO. = 1 Ol): 4) OO) 770 Lilac...... 905006600008 DONO Gnade UO) it OO =" Clo) 775 Salmon-Rose ....... soos oqpdad GO) a5 Co 5} Co) 780 Pure White................. ele LO) ag Te (OO) 63200) 785 COLLECTION OF 6 VARIETIES..-- 50 Rawson’s Peony-Flowered Perfec- 7 The best of the French type Asters. tion Aster. Flowers are very large, have in- curved petals and are perfect in shape. No collec- tion of Asters is complete without them. Height 2 feet. Pkt. YWoz. Oz. 800 Finest Mixed ..... CUBA ..-$0 10 $1 00 $3 00 805 Apple Blossom................. 10 100 300 810 Blood-red ..... La dee oie evar ta ctcohe TOME el OON 4 3ROO 815 Brilliant Rose ................. 10 100 300 820 Bright Searlet................. 10 I 00 3 00 825 Dark Blue...................... 10 1 00 3.00 830 Delicate Rose.................. 10 100 3 00 pe dae . : 835 Light Blue ............... Hooupo 2) 3h 0) - 2) Co) Rawson’s Improved Victoria Aster 59 ASTERS, continued 970 Rawson’s Arlington Prize Aster. In order to enable the purchaser to get in a sin- gle package a selection of all the choicest sorts we offer the above-named mixture. We blend here only the choicest colors of such meritorious types as Giant Comet, Ostrich Feather, Victoria, Peony Perfection, Late Branching, Queen of the Market and other choice novelties. This mixture produces flowers from July till October. Pkt. 15 Cts., 4%0z. 75 cts., oz. $5. Rawson’s Single Chinese Aster. $i"s'° are most beautiful for vases, resemble in a great measure daisies, but, being borne on elastic stems, are more graceful than the former. The flowers will last for five days after being cut. Ky. 2 Or, 080 Finest Mixed ......................$0 10 $1 00 858 Crimson Gasser ee oeoeeer eee eeeee 10 1 00 goo Darke Bluey. m-aeececeieeteeieeeie 10 1 00 oosplight; Bluewene-ce eee ere eee 10 I 00 erry Kt anode nedocaunaongsdeonocobodU ada 10 1 00 1005 Pure White {hoc nsece see erie IO 1 00 1010 COLLECTION OF 5 VARIETIES.......... 40 HARDY PERENNIAL ASTERS (Michaelmas Daisies ) These handsome flowers are of easy culture, and appear at a time when flowers are scarce and welcome. A large clump of one variety is a feast to the eye when in bloom. 1050 Aster, Alpinus speciosus. ers. Height 2 feet. Y%oz. 75 cts. Large purple flow- June and July. Pkt. 25 cts., AOR 8 | Single Chinese Aster S aclington ‘Tested Seeds 60 | 1060 —Newest Hybrids Mixed. RAWS ON'S Ss UPERIO RS FLOWE Se R_ SEEDS 1055 Aster, Novae-Angliae Mixed (the popular New England Aster). In splendid assortment. 4 to5 feet. September and October. Pkt. 25cts., Y%Oz. 75 cts. This seed is ob- tained from the choicest collection in Europe, and come direct from a most renowned hy- bridizer. Pkt. 25 cts., 1-160z. 75 cts. 1065 —Sub-coeruleus. New. Flowers large, bright blue, with deep yellow discs. Height 2 feet. July to September. Pkt. 20 cts. AURICULA, English Hybrids. garden Primrose. Tender perennials. Bear the most brilliant-colored flowers in umbels ranging in colors of maroon, purple, crimson and yellow. Height 9 inches. May and June. Pkt. 25 cts. BABY’S BREATH. See Gypsophila (3960). BACHELOR’S BUTTONS. 1090 BALLOON VINE. Annual climber. Flowers white ; seed-vessels like small balloons; pretty foliage; grows rapidly. Height 8 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts BALSAM Hardy annual succeeding best in sunny situations, rich loam and moisture. Very showy and of easy cul- 1075 A variety of See Centaurea (2050). ture. 1% feet. July to September. 1100 Balsam, Rawson’s Prize Mixture. This strain will produce the most perfectly formed flowers in the greatest variety of colors. Pkt. 20 cts., Oz. $2. PiinOz 1105 —Camellia-flowered, Delicate Pinkeye rence ere eeeeee $0 15 $1 50 1110 ——Secarlet .... 2.2.6.0 cece ne cence 15 1 50 MOG ——=— > CIO)? Soa no55 oneb6a0000 005000 0000 15 150 1120 ——White...................202 00000 15 150 Tio2s——— Darke Blue oe eee eee 15 150 1125 — —Finest Mixed.................... 1 i ay 1130 —Rose-flowered, Finest Mixed .... 10 So 1140 BAPTISTA australis (False Indigo). Hardy perennial. Free-growing plant, with deep green cut foliage and lupine-like dark blue flowers in long racemes. 3feet. Juneand July. Pkt.5cts., oz. 30 Cts. 1150 BARTONIA aurea. Hardy annual. Very bright golden flowers from July to September. Fine for cutting. Height 1 foot. Pkt. 5 cts., Oz. 25 cts. BEAN, Scarlet Runner. The well-known, rapid-growing annual climber, with bright red flowers from July to September. Fruit is a most 1160 delicious vegetable. Height 8 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., qt. 4o cts. 1165 —White Runner. White flowers. Pkt. 5 cts., qt. 4o.cts. 1168 —Painted Lady. Pink and white. Pkt. 5 cts., qt. 60 cts. 1170 —Butterfly. White wings and rose standard Pkt. 10 cts. 1:75 Begonias, Tuberous- Rooted, Rawson’s Giant Single Mixed. The seed we offer comes from a hybridizer who has devoted his whole lifetime to the improve- ment of this splendid flower, and we are certain that nothing better can be offered. Seeds sown in March will produce fairly strong plants to be bedded out in June. The ‘choicest flowers are raised from seed, though we offer a fine collec- tion of bulbs on another page. Tender peren- nials. 1 foot. Pkt. 50 cts. 1190 1195 1235 1240 1290 1295 1300 1310 1315 1325 1335 1350 1360 1365 1375 Begonias, Tuberous-rooted Rawson’s Giant Double Mixed. The flowers are perfect, large and extremely double. Pkt. $1. —semperflorens, Dwarf Vernon. Ever- blooming variety that is used extensively for bedding, thriving equally well in shade or sunshine. Fairly good-sized flowers cover the plant in profusion during the entire season. Flowers red. Height 4 inches. Pkt. 25 cts. ——Tall Vernon. Same as above. Height 8 inches. Pkt. 25 cts. — —Dwarf White Queen. Flowers pure white. Height 4 inches. Pkt. 25 cts. ——Dwarf Rosea. Flowers rose-pink. Height 4 inches. Pkt. 25 cts. —Erfordi grandiflora superba. The best pink-flowered bedding variety. Plants are very compact and bushy, have glossy foliage and are literally covered with most delicate pink flowers. The strain we offer is an im- proved quality. 6 inches. Pkt. 50 cts. —-—rubra. New. Deep red. Pkt. 50 cts. —Rex. Large, handsome leaves, dark green, with red, bronze and silvery white variega- tion. Greenhouse perennial and tropical bed- ding plant. 1 foot. Pkt. 25 cts. BELLIS perennis fl. pl. Mixed (Double Eng- lish Daisy). Popular spring-flowering perennial often used with pansies, forget-me-nots and silenes. Height 4 inches. Apiil to September. Pkt. 15 cts., oz. 4. — — ——Longfellow. Pink. Pkt. 25c., oz. $5. — — — —Snowball. Pure white. Pkt. 25c., oz. $5. — — — —Giant Red. Very rare. Pkt. 25 cts. < BIGNONIA radicans (Scarlet Trumpet Flow- er). Perennial climber. Very decorative foliage and bright red gloxinia-like flowers during the entire summer. A splendid plant to cover up large rocks. Pkt. 15 cts., oz. $1. BOCCONIA Japonica, or cordata (Plumed Poppy). Hardy perennial. Large heart-shaped, glaucous, deep- -veined foliage, immense panicles of creamy flowers. July to September. 6 to 8 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., 0z. 4o cts. BOLTONIA latisquama. Hardy perennial. Tall leafy plants, with a profusion of pink-tinted lavender flowers, resembling hardy asters. August to October. 4 to 5 feet. Pkt. 25 cts. BROWALLIA, Finest Mixed. A very pro- fuse-blooming, half-hardy annual bedding plant, bearing during summer and autumn handsome Ww inged flowers of different shades of blue. 1% ft. Pkt. 10 cts., Oz. $1. —elata coerulea grandiflora. Bright blue. Fine for cutting. Pkt. 10cts., oz. $1. —speciosa major. A large-flowering variety. with bright blue flowers. Pkt. 25 cts. BUPHTHALMUM salicifolium (Ox-eye Daisy). Hardy perennial. Large orange flowers. Very attractive. July to October. 2 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 cts. CACALIA coccinea (Tassel Flower). Attrac- tive hardy annual, with bright red, tassel-like flowers. July to October. 1% feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 40 cts. CALCEOLARIA, Rawson’s Arlington Prize. Ornamental greenhouse plants, bearing numerous pocket-like flowers of brilliant self- colors and handsomely spotted. The strains listed here have been grown especially for us and are the finest in existence. Pkt. 50 cts. —Selected Self-colors. Pkt. 50 cts. —-—Spotted Varieties. Pkt. 50 cts. —rugosa, or Shrubby. Pretty bedding plants for shady spots, flowering from June to October. Yellow and orange. 15 inches. Pkt. 50 cts. Sep eS AW WEIS aw son & Co. 61 5 UNION STREET “~=— +~=SBOSTON, MASS. es) Ky OPrted: STONY Calendula ‘ (Pot Marigold). Hardy annual. One of the most universal garden flowers. This is the Marigold of Shakespeare’s time. The flow- ers appear in solite ury heads on stout stalks; Jarge, with flat spreading rays, very showy and close to- ward night. Flowers the entire season. 1 foot. 1400 —Double, Finest Mixed. Pkt. 5 cts., 07. 25 cts. DAieriprsisn.. Balsam (see page 60) AWSON'S SUPERIOR, RE FLOWER_ SEEDS Calliopsis i410 Calendula Meteor. Orange, striped primrose. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 1420 —Prince of Orange. Deep orange. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 Cts. 1430 —Lemon Queen. Clear lemon-yellow. Pkt. 5 cts., OZ. 25 cts. 1440 Pongei. Large double white. Pkt. 5cts., oz. 30c. ———— Calendula, Lemon Queen CALLIOPSIS (Coreopsis) ANNUAL VARIETIES Nothing is more effective than a Jarge bed of these golden flowers; exceedingly free-flowering, they beau- tify your garden from June until frost. 1450 Calliopsis, Finest Mixed. All shades of yellow, red and brown. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 30 cts. 1460 —atrosanguinea. Velvety dark maroon. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 1470 —bicolor. Yellow, with brown center. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 Cts. 1480 —coronata. Yellow, with small crimson spots. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 1490 —Golden Wave (Drummondi). flowers, very large and showy. oz. 30 cts. PERENNIAL VARIETIES 1510 Calliopsis grandiflora. Hardy perennial. Deep golden yellow flowers on fine stems for cutting. Cup-shaped flowers and glabrous leaves. 2 feet. All summer. Pkt. Io cts., 0z. 50 cts. Pkt. Pure yellow Pkt. 5 cts., | 1520 —lanceolata grandiflora. Same as above, ex- cept lanced foliage. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1. | 1530 CALLIRHOE involucrata (Poppy Mallow). Beautiful trailing plant, with flowers large, crimson, with 1 foot. June Hardy perennial. palmate foliage; white center. Fine for rockwork. to October. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 75 cts. CAMPANULA (Bluebells) Perennial varieties. This species comprises varieties, for the most part, of very elegant habit and beautiful | appearance. All the perennial varieties we list are of | great beauty. The taller varieties are invaluable for | cut-flowers, the smaller to cover bare spots in the 62 ! border. OLD oN LY w.W. Kawson & Co, 1550 Campanula carpatica (Carpathian Harebell). Flowers deep blue, on wiry stems. g inches. All summer. Pkt. 5c., 0z. 50¢. 1555 ——alba (White Bell). Same as above; pure white. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 60 cts. 1560 —glomerata acaulis. A creeping plant, with terminal heads of deep purple flowers. Excellent for rockwork. Seeds rare. 12inches. June to August. Pkt. 25 cts. 1565 —Mariesi. A beautiful variety from Japan, often called Platy- codon. Flowers very large, bright blue. Height 9 inches. July to September. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1. 1575 Campanula Persicifolia Grandiflora Coe- rulea ‘ (Peach-leaved Bellflower). Really the best Blue- bell for the garden. It throws up numerous spikes Set with very large deepest blue flowers, blooming the whole season. 2 feet high. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $1.50. iz Pure white; same as above. Pkt. 25 cts., B99 --—~—alba. Y%oz. $1.50. EE Ses as e --¢ New. A grand acquisition 1582 fl. pl. Moerheimi. for the garden. Long spikes are covered with very large, double white flowers. Seeds rare. Pkt. 50 cts. vas ° The finest- colored Bluebell. Color 1583 = ——The Fairy. rich azure-blue; flowers immense size. Pkt. 25 cts. 1585 —pyramidalis (Chimney Bell). Very conspicuous towering spikes, with clear blue flowers. 6 feet. August to October. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 60 cts. 1590 ——alba. Pure white. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 80 cts. 1595 —rotundifolia (Scotch Bluebell). Narrow foliage and slender branches, tipped with small blue delicate flowers. This is the true Bluebell of English literature. 1 foot. June to August. Pkt. 20 cts. Campanula Media (Can tert ary Bells). Biennial varie- 1600 Campanula, Rawson’s Show Mixture. A perfect strain which contains every color of both single and double flowers. Pkt. 10 cts., 0z. $1.50. Pkt. Oz 1610 —Single Delicate Lavender .................... $0 05 $0 4o GAG = DWN Dbees CoC U SOO OAD OW AT GHGU SESE Ser aoe Aen 05 40 1A —= 1 5G) 9) 123 SoG sopcoogou cobs bbeu gobo uoSD.uecdnaus « 05 40 OO: == NORS's 60500 copndagouodusubono Saacoo oguobocnde GUE 05 40 MOS 5 WNL Coie foreyeyeneree niciaeicioisieiehlelaieisielissialers evereierele SccuGo0 05 40 1640 ——Rosy Carmine (New).................:....... 25 1650 ——Finest Mixed .........................2...-2-. 05 4o 1655 Campanula Media imperialis. New. A special strain for forcing in the house, will flower two weeks 63 UNION STREET S=— BOSTON, MASS. earlier than any other strain. Campanula calycanthema 1725 —Empress. purest white, cut-flowers, Campanula Mariesi Appears in all colors. Pkt. 25 cts. (Cup and Sau- cer). Pkt. Oz T OOO a — BSI Cesc ierre eras esl eceeetelee $0 10 $1 50 1665 ——Rose........ cee cee eee eee eee ee IG A OO) 1670 ——White ............. 0.2 eee cece eee 15 200 1675 — —Finest Mixed ..................... TOfen Te 25 1690 —Canterbury Bells, Double Finest i Gb-¢20 Wear nape bia ABO BB ba ooous see maboS IO I 25 CANDYTUFT HARDY ANNUALS Showy branching plants much grown in masses in beds or for edging; also grown extensively for cut-flow- ers. Of easy cultivation, “they succeed in any rich gar- den soil. Bree on 1700 Candytuft, Finest Mixed........... $0 05 $0 25 1710 —Crimson.............---22-0eee eee eee: 05 4o A large-flowered variety of grown extensively for Heads broad ..........- 05 50 CN 1750 Candytuft, Rawson’s Giant White. The largest-flowered and purest white Candy- tuft. This is our own strain and can not be equaled. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 cts. Candytuft Rawson’s Colossal White (New.) A gigantic bloom of the —______—*_ purest white; re-selected from Raw- 1752 son’s Giant White. Pkt 15c., 0z. $1. prez. 755 —Rich Purple...................... $0 05 $0 25 1760 —Flesh Pink ........................-- 05 4o Candytuft, Rawson’s Pink Beauty (Novelty.) Fine true pink; an exquisite flower. Pkt. 15 cts., oz. $1.25. —Dwarf White ‘Little Prince.’’ Grows but 6 inches high and throws up strong trusses of pure white flowers; excellent for edging or bordering. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 75 cts. PERENNIAL CANDYTUFT Indispensable for the hardy border. Is one ot the earliest-flowering perennials and most valuable for covering up bare spots, as the foliage always looks pretty and decorative. Height 9 inches. 1780 Iberis Gibraltarica. White, shaded pink. Pkt. 25 cts., Woz. $1. 1790 —Sempervirens. Pure white flowers, evergreen foliage. Pkt. ro cts., oz. 75 cts. 1800 CANNA, Dark-leaved Varieties. Invaluable for subtropical bedding. Grows 7 feet high and throws up majestic flower-spikes of red and yellow. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 1810 —Crozy’s Finest Mixed. A compact, dwarf- growing type. which appears in unlimited | variety of colors. Height 3 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 50 cts. 3 Cannas are easily raised from seed. Ss. COLOSSA;, t {peei DY TL. UR. ington Tested Seeds 64 RAWSON ‘Ss SUPE Oo ~ RS FLOWER_ SEEDS EDS Celosia Cristata. Cockscomb (see page 48) CARNATIONS The finest varieties of Carnations have been raised from seed, and we believe to offer strains which can- not be duplicated, as the seeds come from a most re- nowned Carnation specialist, who grows but a small quantity of the very choicest quality. 1825 Carnations, Florists’ Varieties, Finest Mixed. Contains all the up-to-date varieties of the present market. Pkt. 50 cts. 1350 Carnation} Marguerite, Rawson’s = : If sown during Superior Mixture. March inthe house this class will flower as early as july and con- tinue till frost, and then. if protected, will live through the winter and flower profusely all the following year. The flowers are almost exactly like Florists’ Carnation, very fragrant, large and differ only slightly in the foliage. The colors inciude White, Pink, Scarlet and Yellow. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $1.50. 1860 Carnation Marguerite, Rawson’s Giant Rose. Pkt. 15 cts., %oz. 50 cts. 1870 ———-—Scearlet. Pkt. 15 cts., %oz. 50 cts. 1880 ————White. Pkt. 15 cts., %oz. 50 cts. 1890 ———-—Yellow. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $1. 1895 —Giant of Nice. This is the much-renowned Carnation of the Riviera. Gorgeous flowers of the sweetest fragrance are produced on long stems within six months from the time of sowing. The best Carnation for summer cutting. Various colors. Pkt. 50 cts. HARDY CARNATIONS The following varieties are all perennials and are an excellent addition to any hardy border. 1900 Carnation, Finest Mixed. May to September. 12 inches. Pkt. 10 cts. 1910 —plumarius cyclops, Double Mixed. A double variety of the popular Pheasant’s-Eye. Pink. Very hardy and showy. June to September. 12 inches. Pkt. 50 cts. 1920 —Scoticus fl. pl. (the Scotch, or Paisley Pink). This is the old-tashioned clove-scented Pink which bears large flowers resembling Florists’ Carnation, in white and pink. June to Sep- tember. 6 inches. Pkt. 50 cts. 1930 —Ssemperflorens (the Everblooming Pink). The flowers resemble somewhat sweet williams and borne in great profusion from May till Octo- ber. Height 12inches. Pkt.15cts., 40z.50cts. SS) OLD aON LY W. . c (Cockscomb). This popular Celosia_ cristata annual is one of the Beat for edging and bordering tropical beds, and in order to have good strong plants in May, should be started in the house during March. These plants prefer a light soiled should not be crowded if a dwarf growth is esired. Pkt. Yoz. 1950 Celosia, Dwarf, Finest Mixed. @) KIKI MES cocond aoeoce seeoEb eBbaGu bus $0 05 $0 50 1960 ——Glasgow Prize. Dark crimson... 10 75 1965 ——Golden Yellow .................. 10 75 Ney) ==) SKULKS) Sho guoono odo pooeno boo doEduc 10 75 ' 1972 ——White ............. ccc cece ee eeee 10 75 1974 ——Secarlet..........2...22.-02eeeeeee 10 75 1975 ——Sulphur-Yellow ................. 10 75 1977 ——Violet ................... ee ee eens 10 75 1980 —Tall, Finest Mixed. 1% feet ...... 3 OZ., $1.. 05 CELOSIA plumosa Thompsoni. A very perfect strain of feathered Cockscomb, excellent for cutting or bedding plant, succeeds best in moist soil. Pkt. Oz. 1982 — — —Golden Yellow.............. $o 10° $1 50 1985 ———Light Yellow.................. 10 1.50 1987 ———Carmine....................++. 10 I 50 1992 ———Searlet .................0.6555: 10 1 50 1995 ——-—Purple-Crimson ......:....... Io I 50 2000 —=:—Finest Mixed ................. 10 1 00 _ CENTAUREA Dusty Miller Varieties These are grown for foliage only and make excellent plants for edgings. They are hardy annuals and grow rapidly. The leaves are very lanced and are silver- coated. 2010 Centaurea candidissima, Thick white leaves. 1 foot. Pkt. ro cts., %oz. 75 cts. 2020 —gymnocarpa. Fine, fern-like leaves, very graceful and showy. 1 foot. Pkt. 1oc., oz. 80c. Centaurea Cyanus W.Rawson & Co, 65 5 UNION STREET S=— BOSTON, MASS. CENTAUREA Cyanus (Bachelor’s Button, Corn- flower, Blue Bottle, or Ragged Sailor). This is one of the most popular annuals; will grow in the poor- » est of soil either on seashore or mountains. Seed can be sown either in fall or spring. If large flowers are wanted, plants should be thinned out to a space of one to every 6 square inches. No flower should be allowed to go to seed, as such will cut off their season of blooming. Sandy soil preferable. Height 2% feet. ’ 2050 Centaurea Cyanus, Finest Mixed. Pkt. 5cts., Oz. 25 Cts. 2060 ——Emperor William. The true deep blue Bachelor’s Button. The strain we offer is exceptionally fine. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. zo cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts., lb. $2.50. 2065 --—Rose. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 2075 ——White. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. CENTAUREA Cyanus fl. pl. (Double Bachelor’s Button). Pkt. Oz. 2080 —~-—Double Emperor William. True deep blue........... fo 10 $0 75 2085 ————White..................0000- 10 75 2090 ——_——Mlixed.............. ee. 10 50 CENTAUREA Imperialis (the Giant Cornflower). The flowers are of enormous size, fragrant and of charming colors. Excellent for cutting. pre. Oz. 2100 ——Finest Mixed.................. $o 10 $0 75 2105 ——White ............. ccc eee eee eee 10 I 25 2110 ——Soft Lilac ......................-- LOM Te 25 2115 ——Brilliant Rose................... Io I 25 2125 ——Pink, White Center ............ 10. I 25 2130 ——Purple ................ 2 eee eee ees IO I 25 CENTAUREA Moschatus (Sweet Sultan). Hardy annual, with very fragrant and showy flowers. 1% feet. June to September. 2150 ——Finest Mixed. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 2160 ——True Blue. This is the same shade as Em. peror William in the regular Bachelor’s But- ton. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 2170 ——White. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 30 cts. 2175 ——Yellow (Suaveolens). Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 6octs. 2185 CENTAUREA Americana. A most showy hardy annual. Flowers often measure 4 inches in diameter; color rosy lilac. 24% feet. June to September. Pkt. 1octs., oz. $1. 2190 CENTAUREA Marguerite (Giant White Corn flower). Flowers 4 inches across, purest white, very fragrant. July to Sept. Pkt. 1octs., oz. $1. 2200 CENTAUREA odorata, Chameleon. Large flowers, pale sulphur-yellow, changing to rosy lilac. Hardy annual, 2feet. July to September. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $2. PERENNIAL CORNFLOWERS 2210 CENTAUREA Babylonica. Pure yellow,grand flower. 3 feet. Juneto Sept. Pkt. 10c., Yoz. 30c. 2225 —montana (Cornflower of Armenia). Large, feathery, deep blue flowers, turning to purple. Height 2 feet. July and August. Pkt. 10 cts., Yoz. 50 cts. 2228 ——alba. same as above, with pure white flow. ers; seed scarce. Pkt. 25 cts. 2230 ——rosea. With pink flowers; Pkt. 25 cts. 2240 CEPHALARIA Alpma. Hardy perennial Scabious-like plants, with immense deep yellow flowers. Height 2 feet. June to August. Pkt. 10 cts., Oz. $1. 2242 CEPHALIPTERUM Drummondi (New Aus- tralian Star Flower). This is the ‘‘ Never-fad- ing” Flower, of Luther Burbank fame. Seed is direct from originator. New half-hardy annual, everlasting, Color and form remain perma- nently. Color pale crimson and white; very graceful, abundant bloomer. Grow the same as Petunias, Pkt, 15 cés., %0z. $1.25. seed scarce AWSON'’S SUPERIOR, SRS FLOWER_ SEEDS 2245 CERASTIUM tomentosum (Snow in Sum- mer). Hardy perennial. Woolly, silvery foliage ; flowers white. 4 inches. June and July. 25 cts., %oz. 50 cts. 2250 CHELONE barbata Torreyi. Stately hardy perennial from Colorado. Excellent plant, with long spikes of scarlet flowers. Height 4 to 5 feet. June to September. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 4%o0z. 50 cts. CHRYSANTHEMUM ANNUAL These are very showy flowers of easiest cultivation, flowering from July to frost. Excellent for cutting. Height 2 feet. 2300 Chrysanthemum, Single, Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 2310 —Double, Finest Mixed. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 40 cts. 2315 —Single Beaconsfield. \Vhite, pink center. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 40 cts. Finest Mixed. 2318 ——The Sultan. Deepscarlet. Pkt. 5c., oz. 4oc. 2320 ——Burridgeanum tricolor. White, with crim- son ring. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 40 cts. 2325 ——Chamaeleon. New. Brown, with yellow. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 50 cts. 2330 ——Ecelipse. Yellow, crimson ring. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 40 cts. 2335 —Double-Fringed Mixed. This isa most grace- ful flower. Pkt. to cts., oz. $1.25. PERENNIAL 2350 Chrysanthemum, Japanese Early-flowering (Double-flowering). These flower in the open ground from August to November. Splendid plants for show effect. Height 3 feet. Pkt. 25c. 2380 —maximum (the Hardy White Daisy). Large flowers, perfectly hardy. 3 feet. July to Octo- ber. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 75 cts. 2385 ——Leucanthemum (the Common _ Shasta Daisy). Pure white; very large. 3 feet. July to October. Pkt. 10 cts., %oz. 50 cts. 2390 —uliginosum (the Giant Daisy). Oneof the best late-blooming perennials from Russia. Stout, upright plants, with pure white flowers. Height 5 feet. August to October. Pkt. 25 cts., Yoz. $1. ‘ Pkt. | Cineraria Hybrida, Rawson’s Grandfiora Dwari LUTHER BURBANK’S SHASTA DAISIES. 2391 ——-——Newest Hybrids. Pkt. 25 cts. 2392 ———-—Alaska. Pure white; gigantic. Pkt. 25c. 2393 ——-—-—CCalifornia. Pale lemon-yellow, turning white. Pkt. 25 cts. 2394 ————Westralia. Cream-color; semi-double. Pkt. 25 cts. CINERARIA HYBRIDA One of the most gorgeous-colored flowering plants for either greenhouse or conservatory. Seeds should be sown in July, but may also be sown in August or September. 2400 Cineraria Hybrida, Rawson’s Su- 1 We pride ourselves in offering the perfine. choicest strain. of this gorgeous flower. Grand large blooms in umbel spikes are borne way above the foliage, colors and markings are superb. 2% feet. Pkt. 50 cts. 240 ——-Rawson’s Grandiflora This strain is just as Dwarf. choice as above, but dif- fers in height. Grows about 15 to 18 inches high. Pkt. 50 cts. 2450 ——Stellata. Delicate star-like blooms are borne in great profusion on long stems, giving this variety a double use, as it is excellent for cutting as well as decorative purposes, all shades. Pkt. 50 cts. WHITE-LEAVED CINERARIAS Dusty Miller These are annuals and used as edges for orna- mental beds, such as Geraniums, Salvias, Can- nas, etc. Easily raised and very popular. 2460 Cineraria maritima. Silvery leaves; very dwarf. 4 inches. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 2465 —candidissima. Excellent for edging, pure white. €inches. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 cts. CLARKIA ELEGANS A mighty handsome annual, which should be far more widely known. It is of easy cultivation, graceful in habit of growthand lends itself as well to bedding as for cutting. The flowers are borne all along the stems and resemble carnations to quite an extent. 1 foot. July to October. 2475 Clarkia elegans, Double Mixed. Pkt. 5 cts. oz. 25 cts. 2485 ———Salmon Queen. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 40 cts. 2490 ———White. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 4o cts. 2495 CLEOME pungens (Spider Plant). Tender bi- ennial, with beautiful rose-cotored flowers. Seed sown in March will produce flowers in July. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1.75. 2497 CLERODENDRON Fallax. Splendid green- house perennials, with scarlet flower-heads, re- sembling the hydrangea. Seed sown in March produces flowers in September: 2 feet. Pkt. 75 cts. 2500 COBAEA scandens. Popular climbing peren- nial, flowering the first season. Large, purple bell-shaped flowers appear in great profusion during the fall months. Foliage very graceful. 20 feet. Pkt. 10 cts , oz. 75 cts. 2510 ——alba. Pure white flowers. Pkt. I5c., oz. $2. 2550 COLEUS, Finest Hybrid, Mixed. Beautifully colored and handsomely marked bedding foliage plants. They are easily raised from seed if kept in a warm temperature. Tender perennials. 1% to2feet. Pkt. 25 cts. 2580 CONVOLWVULUS minor, Finest Mixed (Dwarf Morning-Glory). Early-flowering hardy annual, with bright flowers, of very easy cultiva- tion, and is excellent for seashore, June to Sep- tember. 1% feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. —major. See Ipomcea. COSMOS Among the garden annuals that have come into prominence in recent years, the Cosmos has a most brilliant future. It is a show in the garden and magnif- icent when cut. Formerly we had to be content with the late-flowering type, which was often killed by early frost. Now that we have a most perfect type of the early-flowering class, every garden should contain this exquisite flower. S%P,ON¥ WW. Rawson & Co. 5 UNION STREET S=— BOSTON, MASS. Clarkia elegans 2600 Cosmos, Rawson’s Early-flower- 1 1 If sown out-of-doors in May, ing, Mixed. flowers can be picked early in July. The plants grow but 4 feet high and do not require staking, like the late-flowering va- rieties. The flowers are very large, appear in white, delicate pink and rich crimson. The seed we offer is grown in New England, especially for us, is absolutely true to type and is far -superior to other qualities offered elsewhere. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1.25. 2610 —— ——FPink. Pkt. 1octs., oz. $1.50. 2620 ————White. Pkt. 1octs., oz. $1.50. 2650 —Late Mammoth, Mixed. Flowers often 4 inches across, plants 7 inches high. Blooms do not appear until October, when other flowers are scarce. Pkt. rocts., oz. 50 cts. 2660 Cosmos, Late Mammoth Pink. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 50cts. 2670 —— —Red. Pkt. toc., oz. 50c. 2700 ———White. Pkt. 10c.,0z, 50c. 2710 ———Orange. Pkt. 15 cts., oz. $2. 2725 COTTON, Early-flowering. For several years Cotton plants have been used ex- tensively in planting the pub- lic gardens of Boston, and we consider them very decora- tive. Seed should be started in heat in the house during March. The plants will flow- er in July and bear fruit in September. 3 feet. Pkt. roc. CYCLAMEN Cyclamens are among the choicest of flowering greenhouse plants, pro- vided the strain you grow is the best. For years we have enjoyed the reputation among florists that our strains of Cyclamen are unequaled in this country, and this we believe to beso. They should be sown from October until January. We supply fresh seeds only, which should ger- minate promptly. 2750 Cyclamen, Rawson’s Royal Strain Mixed. If sown at the proper time this strain will begin to bloom in No- | Arlington Tested Seeds ROWS SEERe™ Cyclamen, Rawson’s Royal Strain Cyclamen, Rawson’s Royal Strain Mixed, con. vember and continue until May. Flowers are perfect and gigantic. Foliage exquisitely marked and decorative. Pkt. 75 cts. 2760 ————Brilliant. Deep crimson. Pkt. 75 cts. 2770 ——-——Exeelsior. Pure white, with claret - base. Pkt. 75 cts. 2780 —— —— grandiflora alba. The largest pure white flowers. Pkt. 75 cts. 2790 ———-—Mauve Queen. A most delicate mauve, new color. Pkt. 75 cts. 2800 —— ——Mont Blane. Purest white. Pkt. 75c. 2810 ———W—Prince of Wales. Bright Christmas red (new). Pkt. 75 cts. 2820 ——-—\-—Princess May. Soft pink. Pkt. 75 cts. 2830 ————Salmon Queen. A new color, salmon- pink. Pkt. 75 cts. Seeds of any of the above varieties, $1.50 per 100, $12 per 1,000 2840 ——New Fimbriata. The leaves of this varie- ty are all curled and fringed and so are most of the flowers, giving the whole plant a most decorative appearance. 100 seeds $2.50, pkt. 75 cts. 2850 CYPERUS alternifolius (Umbrella Plant). Half-hardy perennial. Useful for table decora- tions with other ferns or palms; is a semi- aquatic and will live in water in the house. 2 feet. Pkt. 25 cts. 2860 CYPRESS VINE, Finest Mixed. A fast-grow- ing annual vine with feathery dark green foliage and star-like flowers. July to October. 20 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts... ; DAHLIAS This very popular flower can easily be raised from seed, in fact, it is surprising how many new varieties are yearly introduced from seedlings. Seed sown in March will produce flowers in August. 2900 Dahlia, Cactus-flowered, Double Mixed. 6 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $2. 2905 —Cactus-flowered, Luther Burbank’s Hy-° brids. 4 feet. Pkt. 25 cts. : 68 2910 Dahlia, Double Show, Finest Mixed. 5 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1.50. 2920 —Single, Finest Mixed. 4 feet. Pkt. 10c., oz. $1. 2925 —2Oth Century. A most perfect strain of single Dahlias. Flowers are gigantic and exquisitely colored. 4 feet. Pkt. 15 cts., “oz. $1. 2922 —Coronata, ‘*‘The Fragrant Dahlia.’’ A single brilliant scarlet Dahlia, with honey-like fragrance. Pkt. 25 cts. 2930 DATURA, Finest Mixed (Trumpet Flower). Half-hardy annual of rapid growth, with large trumpet-shaped, fragrant flowers. Assorted colors. 3 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 40 cts. DELPHINIUM The perennial Larkspurs are among the showiest of | the hardy herbaceous plants, most of them of noble port when grown in good form, and they provide gardens with lovely shades of blue, that, but for them, would be wanting. Seeds may be sown early in the house, and, although they are perennials, they will flower the first season. They are absolutely hardy and require no protection. 2940 Delphinium, Luther Burbank’s Hybrids. The name “ Burbank”? is sufficient to warrant a superiority in quality. Blueshades. 6 feet. Pkt. 25 cts., Yoz. $1. 2950 Delphinium, Rawson’s Selected S This strain comes from a most Hybrids. renowned specialist in Europe, and will produce flowers of every imaginable shade of blue. July to November. 5 fe *. Pkt. 25 cts., oz. $2.50. 2960 —Chinense azureum. This variety branches very freely and produces its flowers on single stems, in greatest abundance. Clear deep blue. July to October. Height 3 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 60 cts. ——album. Pure white. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 60 cts. —Cardinale. Scarlet. 3ft. Pkt.25cts., %oz. $1.50. —elatum (Bee Larkspur). Blue. 4 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. $1. 2965 2970 2975 SOP ONY WW. Rawson & Co, I 2980 —formosum. Long-spurred, brilliant blue flow- ers, with white eye. 4 feet. July to October. Pkt. ro cts., oz. 75 cts. | 2985 ——coelestinum. A new variety, with delicate | sky-blue flowers in large, open spikes. Pkt. 25 cts., Yoz. #1. 2990 —Sibiricum hybridum. Shades of blue, very showy. 2feet. Pkt. 25 cts., Yoz. $1. 3000 —speciosum. Brilliant bright blue flowers. 3 feet. Pkt. 25 cts., Yoz. $1. 3010 —sulphureum hybridum (Zalil). Tall spikes of sulphur-yellow flowers, very beautiful. 4 feet. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $1. DIANTHUS (Garden Pink) All the varieties listed below are biennials and fll flower the first season, even sown out-of-doors in May; consequently should be treated as annuals. They flower early and continue throughout the entire sum- mer. They are excellent for cutting as well as bedding. Height 1 foot. 3050 Dianthus Chinensis fl. pl., Finest Mixed (Chinese Pink). Large, double flowers in un- limited variety of colors. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 4o cts. 3060 —Heddewigii fl. pl., Finest Mixed (Japanese Pink). Large, double flowers of exquisite colors. Pkt. ro cts., oz. 80 cts. 3110 ——diadematus, Double Mixed (Double Dia- dem Pink). Beautifully fringed flowers of all colors. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1. 69 5 UNION STREET ~—=— BOSTON, MASs. 3120 Dianthus latifolius, Double Mixed. This variety will live through winter nicely; large, double flowers. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1. 3127 —laciniatus mirabilis fl. pl. (Novelty). Flow- ers measure 3 to 4inches across and are deeply cut and fringed in the most wonderful forms. The colors are rich and varied, ranging in all shades. Fine for cutting. Pkt. 25 cts. 3135 DICTAMNUS Fraxinella (Gas Plant, or Dit- tany). Hardy perennial. A vigorous, symmetri- cal plant with glossy, leathery foliage and large pure white flowers in showy, terminal racemes. 3 feet. June and July. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 4o cts. Dianthus Heddewigii fl. pl. DIGITALIS (Foxglove) For effective massing or grouping, Foxgloves are invaluable, either in the hardy border, between shrubs or in solid beds. For several years the Boston Public Garden was beautiful with large beds of these plants, which were admired by every visitor. Although con- sidered biennial, they can be made perennial by proper care and protection. Seed should be sown from June to September. Height 5 feet. Flowering season July to August. ° 340 Digitalis, Rawson’s Beauty Mix- Comprising allthe choicest colors. Pkt. ture. Io cts., oz. 50 cts. 3150 Canariensis. New. A beautiful new Foxglove with pure yellow flowers. 4 feet. July to Sep- tember. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $1. 3160 —gloxinaeflora, Finest Mixed. Flowers spot- ted similar to gloxinias. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 4o cts. 3170 ——White. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 40 cts. 3175 ——Pink. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 4o cts. 3180 ——Lavender. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 4o cts. 3185 —maculata superba (Ivery’s spotted). spotted flowers. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 cts, Large AWSON’S SUPERIOR , SRS FLOWER_ SEEDS 3250 ECHINOCYSTIS lobata (Wild, or California Cucumber). The fastest-growing annual vine in existence; will grow 20 feet in six weeks. Pretty foliage and inconspicuous white flowers. Soak seed in water 24 hours. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 40 cts. 4260 ECHINOPS ritro (Globe Thistle). Hardy per- ennial. Pretty foliage and large, globular, steel- blue flowers. July to September. 3 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 60 cts. 3270 EDELWEISS ( Leontopodium alpinum). A \ow- growing hardy perennial, suitable for growing in rockeries. Foliage white and very attractive. 6inches. Pkt. 25 cts. 3280 EREMURUS robustus. Hardy perennial. Star-like flowers on stalks 8 to 10 feet high and three or four racemes. They like a moist, rich soil, well drained and covered with 2 feet of leaves to withstand the winter. Leave glaucous and peach-colored flowers. June. Pkt. 25 cts. 3290 ERYNGIUM giganteum (Sea Holly). Hardy perennial. Spiny foliage and small amethyst- blue flowers in large panicles. July to Septem- ber. 3 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., %oz. 75 cts. ESCHSCHOLTZIA (California Poppy) One of the most popular garden annuals. Seeds should be sown very early. It stands considerable cold and blooms after the first frosts. If well protected plants will live through the winter. Very attractive as an edging on account of its interesting bluish foliage, which makes it a perfect mat. 3190 Digitalis monstrosa. The tall spikes have a monstrous. saucer-shaped terminal flower. Pkt. 10 cts., 0Z. $1.50. 3195 —purpurea (Common Foxglove). Pkt. 5 cts., Oz. 30 cts. 3200 —All Varieties Mixed. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3220 DOLICHOS, Lablab Mixed (Hyacinth Bean). Annual climbers, with hyacinth-like purple and white flowers borne in clusters. ro feet. July to September. Pkt. 5 cts., 0z. 25 cts. 3225 ——White. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 3230 ——Purple-red. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 3215 —Bush Daylight. New. This variety originated in Japan; grows very dwarf and throws up immense clusters of bean-like flowers during the entire summer. Flowers are fragrant and good for cutting. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 50 cts. 3240 DRACAENA indivisa. Decorative greenhouse plant, with ornamental foliage; long, slender leaves. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1. 3245 ECHINACEA x HELIANTHUS (Red Peren- nial Sunflower). 6 feet high. Produces many flowers 6 to 10 inches in diameter of a peculiar ; reddish hue. Pkt. 25 cts. Eschscholtzia 70 OLD ONLY BY 3300 Eschscholtzia, Finest Mixed. All shades. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts., 4 ozs. 75 cts. 3310 —Californica. Bright yellow. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts., 4 Ozs. 75 cts. 3315 ——alba. Pure white. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3320 —Carmine. A beautifulrose-carmine. Pkt.5 cts., oz. 60 cts. 3330 —Golden West. Very large, bright yellow flow- ers. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 50 cts. 3340 —Mandarin. Orange. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 60 cts. 3350 —erocea. Deep orange. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 4o cts. 3360 —maritima. Yellow, orange center. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 60 cts. 3380 EUCALYPTUS globulus (Blue Gum Tree). Half-hardy perennial tree, with bluish bark and foliage. Very decorative. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 75 cts. 3390 EUPATORIUM purpureum (Thoroughwort). Native hardy perennial. Immense panicles of dark pink flowers. August and September. 6to 8 feet. Pkt. ro cts., %oz. $1. 3400 EUPHORBIA heterophylla( Fire on the Moun- tain). A handsome annua! garden foliage-plant. Leaves large and glossy green, often tipped with orange-scarlet. 4 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1.25. 3410 —variegata (Snow on the Mountain). and green bracts; excellent for bouquets. 1% feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 4o cts. 3415 FUCHSIA, Finest Hybrids. This seed is selected by a specialist and contains single and double varieties in equal proportion. Pkt. 50c. White | ww. aw sO & Co.—= BOSTON, MASS. 3420 FUNKIA coerulea (Day Lily). Hardy peren- | nial. Handsome broad foliage and blue lily-like | flowers. 18 inches. Pkt. Io cts., oz. $1. 3430—Subcordata alba (Corfu Lily). Hardy peren- July to September. nial. Broad green leaves, witha sharp point ; | flowers waxy white, with bell-shaped perianth 4 to 6 inches long, in heads. Is not reliably hardy without protection. 18 inches. August to October. Pkt. 25 cts. GAILLARDIA (Blanket Flower) Showy hardy annual, useful for beds, borders and cutting; commences to flower in June and continues until frosty weather. The flowers are very large and attractively marked. 2 to 3 feet. ANNUAL VARIETIES 3450 Gaillardia Picta, Finest Mixed. 2 feet. Pkt. 5 cts.,.0z- 30 cts. 3460 —Amblyodon. Single; rich maroon. Pkt. 5 cts., | oz. 40 cts. 3470 —Loronziana, Double Mixed. Pkt.5c.,0z. 50c. PERENNIAL VARIETIES 3480 Gaillardia grandiflora hybrida. Hardy peren- nial of excellent choice. A showy border plant easy to grow, and a general favorite; flowers maroon and orange, 3 to 4 inches across. 2 feet. June to October. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 80 cts. 3500 GAURA Lindheimeri. Half-hardy perennial. Flowers the first season from seed, and pro- duces long sprays of white, red-tinted flowers. It is most useful for vases, the slender-stemmed blossoms fluttering like butterflies. 2 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 4o cts. 3505 GAZANTIA splendens hybrida grandiflora. New. Tender greenhouse shrubs of splendid beauty. Plants grow 2 feet high, are very bushy and produce hundreds of exquisite flowers. Predominant are lemon, canary, golden yellow, orange, pure white and slate-colored. Most plants show flowers with narrow black or blue rings near the edge. Sun and sand are neces- sary to grow these plants. Seeds will produce flowering plants the first year, and they are highly recommended for subtropical bedding. Pkt. 25 cts. 5 UNION STREET 3510 GENTIANA acaulis (Gentian). A hardy peren- nial, with intense bluebell-shaped flowers dur- ing May and June; very dwarf. 4 inches. Pkt. 10 cts., 4%oz. 30 cts. 3515 GERANIUM, Finest Mixed Hybrids. A mix- ture of the leading varieties. Tender perennial. 18 inches. May to October. Pkt. 50 cts. 3517 —Apple-scented. Pkt. 25 cts. 3520 —Ivy-leaved. Pkt. 50 cts. 3525 GERBERA Jamesoni (the Transvaal Daisy). Gorgeous hardy perennial. Vigorous plant. Flowers bright scarlet, 4 inches across, borne singly on stems 12 to 18 inches long. Foliage resembles Oriental Poppies. Seeds scarce. 2 feet. June to October. Pkt. 50 cts. 3530 GEUM, Finest Mixed (Avens). Hardy peren- nial. Beautiful showy flowers of all colors. 1 foot. Allsummer. Pkt. 5 cts., 4%oz. 50 cts. 3540 GILIA, Finest Mixed. Hardy annual. Early- flowering. Very pretty and keep long in water when cut. 1 foot. June to Aug. Pkt. 5c.,0z. 25c. Gaillardia grandiflora hybrida GLOBE AMARANTH A dwarf hardy annual, with pretty clover-like head of purple, white and red flowers. 12inches. Flowers everlasting. 3550 ——Finest Mixed. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 3560 ——Reddish Purple. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 3570 ——White. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. (Gomphrena). 3600 Gloxinia, Rawson’s Mammoth 5 ° Q This magnifi- Strain, Finest Mixed. cent strain is undoubtedly unsurpassed for size of flowers and for the great diversity of colors, embracing all the brilliant shades. Pkt. 50 cts. 3650 GODETIA, Finest Mixed (Satin Flower). This showy hardy annual deserves greater popularity. Mallow-like flowers varying from white to all shades of pink and crimson. They grow rapidly, flower profusely and are extremely valuable; of easy cultivation both at seashore or mountain resorts. They make a splendid effect in the gar- dens. 1% feet. July to October. Pkt. 5c.,0z. 25¢. 3660 —Pure White. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3670 —Dark Crimson. Pkt, 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. | 3680 —Bright Searlet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 71 GOURDS, ORNAMENTAL Fast-growing annual vines, useful in covering fences, trellises, tree-stumps, pergolas, etc. Cucumber-like foli- age; creamy white flowers and bearing gourds of most interesting forms and colors. 3700 Gourds, Finest Mixed. Pkt. 5c., 0z. 25c., Ib. $2. 3705 —Apple-shaped. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3710 —Bottle-shaped. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3712 —Cannon Ball. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3715 —Citron. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3720 —Dipper. Bowl-shaped, with long, slender neck. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3730 —Dish-Cloth (Chinese Luffa, or Sponge Gourd). large elongated fruit, spongy inside. Flowers quite large and deep golden yeilow. Pkt. 5 cts., OZ. 30 cts. 3740 —Egg. Fruit white, resembles eggs. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3745 —Gooseberry. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3750 —Hercules’ Club. Enormous fruit, often 4 feet long, thicker atthe base. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3760 —Orange. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3765 —Pear. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3767 —Powder Flask. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3770 —Serpent. Fruit striped like a serpent, 3 to 5 feet in length and very slender. Pkt. 5 cts. oz. 30 cts. 3780 —Striped Angora. Fruit large, spotted. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 2785 —Chinese Red Turban. Red colored fruit. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. GRASSES, ORNAMENTAL A most valuable class of plants for the lawn, shrub bed, border or tropical bed. The perennial varieties, many of which have variegated foliage, are excellent for borders, clumps on lawn or near ponds. The annual sorts are particularly pretty on account of the graceful feathery flower-panicles, which are used in bouquets. 3800 Andropogon argenteus. Hardy perennial. Handsome silvery plumes. Pkt 5 cts., oz. $1. Helianthus cucumerifolius \) Adlington Tested Seeds UPERIOR, AWSON'S S RS R. SEEDS SZ FLOWE 3810 Arundo Donax variegata. Hardy perennial. Foliage drooping and striped white. 9 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $2. 3820 Coix lachryma (Job’s Tears). Hardy annual.- Foliage quite broad. Seeds prominent, very large and shiny. 3 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 3830 Erianthus Ravennae. Hardy perennial. Silvery plumes, resembling Pampas Grass. 8 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 cts. 3840 Eulalia Japonica fol. vittatis. Hardy peren- nial. Oneofthe best for grouping. Foliage long and graceful,dark green, 4feet. Pkt. Ioc., oz. $2. 3850 —zebrina. Hardy perennial. Called Zebra Grass from the cross stripes of yellowish white at intervals on the dark green leaves. 4 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $2. 3860 Gynerium argenteum. Hardy perennial. The famous Pampas Grass, with beautiful silvery plumes. to feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1. 3870 Hordeum jubatum (Squirrel-tail Grass). A hardy annual variety, with bushy panicles of flowers. 3 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 3880 Pennisetum longistylum. An annual grass, with gracefully drooping heads. 2 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 cts. 3890 —Ruppelianum. Hardy perennial grass grow- ing 3 feet high, with violet-tinted silvery plumes. The deep green foliage is long and slender. 3 feet. Pkt. 1octs., oz. $1. 3900 Stipa pennata (Feather Grass). Hardy peren- nial, with silvery white, feathery plumes. Pkt. 5 cts., OZ. 75 cts. 3950 GREVILLEA robusta (Silk Oak). For either conservatory or garden. Foliage fern-like, con- trasting well with palms. 4 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1. 3960 GYPSOPHILA elegans (Baby’s_ Breath). Hardy annual. Extremely useful for bouquets. Flowers small, and come in delicate sprays and panicles; pure white. 2 feet. June to September. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. 3970 —muralis. Hardy annual. Bright rose. 1% feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 cts. 3975 —Ppaniculata. Hardy perennial. One of the fin- est for cutting. Pure white flowers, very small and borne in large panicles. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 40 cts. 3980 HELENIUM Bigelowi (Sneezeweed). Ashowy, hardy perennial, bearing profusely yellow composite flowers from June to September. 2feet. Pkt. 10 cts., Woz. 50 cts. 3985 —autumnale superbum. A tall-growing peren- nial with large heads of golden yellow flow- ers. 5 to 6 feet. August to October. Pkt. 10 cts., %oz. 50 cts. 3990 —grandicephalum striatum. A variety simi- lar to above, with beautiful striped flowers; quite new. Pkt. 15 cts., %oz. 75 cts. HELIANTHUS (Sunflower) Among the showiest of our garden plants. ANNUAL VARIETIES 4000 Helianthus Californicus fl. pl. (Californian Sunflower). Very large, perfectly double yel- low flowers. 5 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 2c cts. 4o10 —Chrysanthemum-flowered. Clear orange- yellow double flowers, similar to a chrysan- themum. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 4020 —cucumerifolius (Miniature Sunflower). A very popular flower for either hedges, borders or cut-flowers. Bright single yellow flowers, black center. 4 feet. July to October. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 4021 — —Circe. Brilliant yellow; twisted petals. Pkt. Io cts., oz. 50 cts ; 4022 — —Erato. Cream, black center ; cactus-dahlia- like. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 50 cts. 4023 Helianthus cucumerifolius, Orion. Sulphur; twisted petals. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 50 cts. 4025 — —Diadem. Lemon, black center; twisted pet- als. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 50 cts. 4027 ——Purity. Almost perfectly white. Pkt. rocts., 0z. 50 cts. ; 4028 ——Venus. Whitish yellow, blaek disc, sur- rounded bya golden circle; twisted petals. Splendid. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 50 cts. 4029 —Stella. Enormous flowers of pure yellow. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 4o cts. 4030 —Giant Russian. The common large single Sunflower. 6 feet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts. PERENNIAL HELIANTHUS 4050 Helianthus Maximiliani. Single yellow flow- ers, produced in sprays during September and October. Hardy,6feet. Pkt. 10 cts., %oz. 75 cts. —moliis. Beautiful glaucous foliage, surrounded by rich, bright yellow flowers. 6 feet. August and September. Pkt. 15 cts., oz. $2. —orgyalis. Bushy plants; long, gracefully curved narrow leaves; light yellow small flowers. 7 feet. August and September. Pkt. 25 cts., Yoz. $2. —rigidus. A hardy native variety, blooming from early July till fall. Golden yellow flowers, with dark center. Pkt. 25 cts. 4065 —multiflorus fl. pl. (Double Yellow Dwarf Sun- flower). Resembles a yellow aster. 3 feet. August. Pkt. ro cts., oz. 50 cts. 4075 HELICHRYSUM, Double, Finest Mixed 2 (Everlasting Strawflower). Hardy annual. Use- ful as dried flowers for winter bouquets; for this purpose blooms should be cut before they fully open and hung up to dry with the flowers down- ward, which stiffens the stem. Colors include pure white, yellow, pink, scarlet, crimson and purple. 2 feet. July to October. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 50 cts. 4090 HELIOPSIS Pitcheriana (Orange Sunflower). Hardy perennial. A valuable plant for the bor- der, thriving in any good soil. Flowers cup- shaped, deep yellow, on long, stiff stems for cutting. 3to4feet. Juneto October. Pkt. 10 cts., Oz. 75 cts. 4100 HELIOTROPE, Finest Mixed. Most pleas- ing, fragrant, tender perennial; popular as a garden bedding plant, also for cutting. Some of the best plants may be raised from seed very readily. 1% feet. June to October. Pkt. 10 cts., ¥%oz. 50 cts. 4105 —Queen Marguerite. New. A new variety which grows very compact, and producessingle heads of deep blue, extremely fragrant flowers, which often cover the entire plant. A grand novelty and well worth a trial. Pkt. 25 cts., Yoz. 75 cts. 4107 —Frau Medicinalrat Lederle. A dwarf, com- pact plant with a monstrous flower of the handsomest dark heliotrope shade and the sweetest fragrance. A specimen of this variety was exhibited last spring before the Boston Florists’ and Gardeners’ Club, where it ex- cited many comments and great admiration. We were fortunate to obtain seeds of this variety from the originator, as the quantity of same is extremely scarce. Pkt. 25 cts. 4110 HESPERIS matronalis, Finest Mixed (Sweet Rocket). Hardy biennial. Showy terminal spikes of all colors. Very popular and fragrant. Will grow in any common soil. 2 to 3 feet. June to October. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 4120 ——White. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 30 cts. 4122 HEUCHERA cristata. New. Introduction of Mr. Luther Burbank, with his own description : 4052 4055 4060 73 5 UNION STREET S=—:~=~AaiBOSTON, MASS. Hibiscus Moscheutos albus Heuchera cristata, continued “A most surprising and beautiful perennial foli- age plant. Leaves most gracefully crimped and crested something like the Madame Erdody begonia but far more beautiful. No plant possesses this peculiar cresting of the leaves to the same extent. Produced by yearsof selection from the ordinary plain-leaved AH. micrantha. Its great panicles 2 to 3 feet long of small white flowers are an added charm. Comes quite true from seed but varies in the amout of cresting. Pkt. 50 cts. 4123 —gracillima (Coral Bells). New. Hardy per- ennial. Numerous, small, scarlet flowers in large, graceful panicles on slender, wiry stems. Does best in sandy, rich soil; one of the finest perennials in cultivation. 2 feet. June to Oc- tober. Pkt. 25 cts., %oz. $2. 4125 —Sanguinea. Sameas above, except being more compact, growing but 12 inches high. Pkt. 25 cts., 4%oz. 75 cts. 4130 HIBISCUS Africanus. Hardy annual. Yellow flowers, having a maroon center. 2 feet. July to October. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts. —Crimson Eye. Splendid hardy perennial, blooming the first season from seed in the open ground. Flowers 5 to 6 inches across, pure white, with rich crimson center. 4 feet. July to September. Pkt. 10 cts., 0z. 75 cts. —Militaris. Hardy perennial. Beautiful flesh- colored flowers. 6 feet. July to September. Pkt. 10 cts. oz. $1. —Moscheutos albus(White Marsh, or Musk Mal- low). Hardy perennial. Large pure white flowers on shrub-like bushes. They are ex- cellent for moist places. 3 to 4 feet. July to September. Pkt. 10 cts., 0z. 75 cts. 4135 4140 4145 4150 ——roseus (Pink Marsh, or Musk Mallow). | Large, pink flowers. Pkt. to cts., oz. 60cts. Every flower lover should visit Rawson’s_ Dahlia Farm at least once a month duzing the growing season HOLLYHOCKS One of the showiest of hardy garden plants. No grand- mother’s garden was complete without these stately flowers. Hollyhocks are troubled of late with a rust, which can be prevented if plants aresprayed frequently in early spring with Bordeaux mixture. We wish to recommend our new annual everblooming types, which are far more hardy and absolutely free from rust. RAWSON’S CHOICE SINGLE HOLLYHOCKS | In separate colors. For a number of years we have experienced in- quiries for this article and we were unable they were grown in mixtures only. We selected an excellent them grown now for three years. The re- hocks in eight superb colors, which will show up fully 50 per cent true from seed. 4155 White. Pkt. 15C., 40z.75C. 4157 Yellow. Pkt. 15C., 4 OZ. 75C. 4160 Bright Rose. Pkt. 15 cts., Yoz. 75 cts. 4162 Delicate Pink. Pkt. 15C., 4 OZ. 75C. Purple. Pkt. 15C., 4 OZ. 75C. Carmine. Pkt. 15C., 4 OZ. 75C. Crimson. Pkt. 15C., 4 OZ. 75C. Black. Pkt. I5C., 4 OZ. 75C. Finest Mixed. RitetOCenOZ- $I. COLLECTION OF 8 VARIE- TIES, 75 cts. 4165 4167 4170 4175 4177 CHATER’S DOUBLE HOLLYHOCKS The finest strain of double Hollyhocks in existence. Pkt. Oz. 4200 Finest Mixed ...........:.......... $0 10 $1 50 4210 Bright Rose ...... 2.0.2 .ssesseercsnn I0 200 4220¢Flesh:Coloriza-c.- cece ener eeee 10 2.00 4230; Maroon\ nce eee eee 10 200 A240 REO oF: 5 etn eee ee oe IO 200 4250 Suiphur-yellow ...................... 10 200 42605 White eis 5 tse ee ee et eae ee Io 200 4262 Glowing Crimson.................... IO 200 4265 COLLECTION OF 12 VARIETIES......--- 80 4270 COLLECTION OF 6 VARIETIES........- 50 4272 HOLLYHOCK, Rawson’s New Double ‘sPink Beauty.’’ We discovered this variety among our Chater’s strain and have successfully perfected it. The outer petals of these gigantic flowers are a brilliant pink, while all the inner frilled petals are of the purest white, the whole combination producing a most striking effect such as can be appreciated only when seen. Pkt. 15 cts., Yoz. $1. 4280 Hollyhock Mammoth Alleghany Mixed. A Japanese strain with single and semi-double, beautiful fringed flowers. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1.25. to supply them, as | strain and have had | ) Arlington Tested Seeds | sult is that we can | offer Single Holly- | AWSON'’S SUPERIOR, SRS FLOWER. SEEDS Rawson’s New Annual Everblooming This is one of the best introduc- Hollyhocks. tions of late years. Seeds sown in the house in March will produce flowers in July on plants 4 feet high. Theplants do not attain their per- fection until their second year, when they grow 7 to 10 feet high.and flower continuously from June till frost. The foliage is distinct and not subject to any disease. These plants are perfectly hardy and will live longer than the old-fashioned kind. 4290 Single Mixed. Pkt. 15 cts. 4295 Double Mixed. Pkt. 25 cts. 4297 New Double Fringed, Mixed. Pkt. 25 cts. 4300 HONESTY (Lunavia biennis; Satin Flower) Early-flowering hardy biennial, with purple or white flowers and flat round seed-vessels of silvery appearance. 2 feet. Pkt. 5c., oz. 30c. 4305 HORMINUM Pyrenaicum grandiflora pur- pureum. Novelty of 1907. Egg-shaped leaves form a compact rosette, from which appear, during June and July, flower-stalks 15 inches high, which are crowned with whorls of purple tube-shaped flowers. Excellent border acquisi- tion. Hardy perennial. Pkt. 25 cts. 4310 HUMULUS Japonicus (Japanese Hop). Splen- did annual climber of fast growth and very ornamental. 12 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 60 cts. 4315 ——variegata. A variegated form of the pre- ceding; leaves green and white. Pkt. toc., OZ. 75 Cts. 4325 HUNNEMANNIA fumariaefolia (Giant Yel- low Tulip Poppy). Should be treated as an an- nual. Sow seeds out-of-doors in May and flowers will appear early in September and remain until frost. Foliage is fern-like and not unlike esch- scholtzia. Plants attain a height of 2 feet. Flow- ers are tulip-shaped, pure golden yellow. When cut and put in water they will last a full week. One of the most valuable garden plants we know of. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. $1. Chater’s Double Hollyhocks Sele ONLY BY 4340 HYPERICUM elegans (St. John’s Wort). Hardy perennial from Siberia. Yellow flowers, resembling single roses, and beautiful glossy foliage. July to October. 1 foot. Pkt. 5c., 0z. 50¢. 4342 IMPATIENS Holsti. A very handsome balsam from East Africa, forming bushes 1% to 2 feet in height, with brilliant scarlet flowers, which measure from 1% to 1% inches across, of bright vermilion color. It is an elegant pot-plant, also for bedding out in partial shade. Pkt. 25 cts. 4348 INCARVILLEA Delavayi. Hardy perennial. Rather new, originated in northern China, and is one of the prettiest perennials known. It pro- duces divided pale green Icaves about 2 feet in length, very much like acanthus. The flowers are borne on long, stout stems, tube-shaped and appear almost like gloxinias. Color bright rose. 2% feet.. June to August. Pkt. 50 cts. -: IPOMOEA (Morning-Glory) This popular climber is so widely grown that it does not require any further introduction. 4350 Ipomoea purpurea(Convolvulus major). Showy annual climber, of easiest culture, in many bril- liant colors. 25 feet. Pkt.5cts., oz. 10c., lb. 6oc. 4360 —imperialis (Japanese Morning-Glory). A great improvement over the old-fashioned sorts. Flowers are larger, fringed, some double and appear in unlimited variety of colors. Foliage W.W. Rawson & Co, 5 UNION STREET ~=— -~—Ss BOSTON, MASS. ead Humulus Japonicus Ipomoea imperialis, continued. is very large and often variegated. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts., Ib. $4. 4370 —grandiflora alba (Moonflower). Large heart- shaped leaves and large, pure white flowers, which open only late in the evening. 10 feet. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 60 cts. 4375 —rubro-coerulea (Heavenly Blue). large, sky-blue flowers. 15 feet. oz. $1. 4380 —setosa (Brazilian Morning-Glory). Large, orna- mental foliage, with bright rose flowers. Grows very fast and is dense. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 60 cts. 4385 —New Day Glory. The first of this series. A day-blooming Glory, which keeps its flowers open during the entire day. Pkt. 25 cts. 4390 IRIS Kaempferi, Finest Mixed (Japan Iris). Hardy perennial. Moistsoil preferred. Asplen- did mixture of this gorgeous perennial. 3 to 5 feet. Pkt. 25 cts., 4oz. $1. 4395 KENILWORTH IVY (Linaria Cymbalaria ; Kentucky Ivy). A tender perennial. A trailing plant, with small, violet flowers. 3 in. Pkt. 1oc. 4396 KOCHIA tricophela (Belvidere Summer Cy- press, or Mexican Fire-bush). A pretty. half- hardy annual 2 to 3 feet in height, which grows into a perfect pyramidal-shaped cypress bush, with small feathery light green foliage, deepen- ing as the season advances until it becomes a lovely crimson hue about September. Excellent for edging or hedging. Pkt. 15 cts., 4oz. $1. 4397 KUDZU VINE (Pueraria Thunbergiana). Tender perennial climber from Japan, growing 30 to 50 feet in a single season. Pkt. 1oc., oz. $1. 4398 LANTANA, Newest Hybrids Mixed. A free- blooming tender perennial of shrubby growth, excellent for bedding or pot culture. Pkt. 25cts., Yoz. $1. 10 feet. Beautiful, Pkt. 10 cts., LARKSPUR Annual. These are splendid hardy annuals, which when sown in clumps in front of shrubbery make a pleasing effect, and the slender flower-stalks, when Now that we offer every possible color, this cut, are most desirable for vases. plant should be more widely grown. July to October. 4400 Larkspur, Double Dwarf Candelabra-flowered, Mixed. Pkt. Oz. A very compact-growing bush, throwing up many splendid Spikes/ofitlowersmimyallicolonsseeeeeeeeeece cect tee ere $0 10 $1 00 4410 —Tall Emperor, Azure-Blue. Tall spikes of exquisite dou- ble flowersiin’ unlimitedRcuantityemesite ets ccc 5 00 Florence Mabbett. Novelty, 1907. A lovely terra-cotta flower of perfect camellia shape and eranderectonabite acemienccse ae slacerseeleeiine sels cs 3 00 Jesse Pope. Novelty, 1906. An immense flower of a delicate blush pink, resembling Malmaison Carnation. Strong, robust habit................ 2 00 King Edward VIE. Novelty, 1907. This is with- out doubt the largest ‘‘Double Crimson Be- gonia ”’ ever sent out. The magnificent camellia- shaped flowers are borne on thick sturdy stems. 6 00 “S Double Begonia, Jesse Pope DOUBLE BEGONIAS, continued Lady Treloar. Novelty, 1908. A lovely golden Each bronze-yellow, of perfect shaped, camellia- formed, the edges of the petals being delicately CHM Pe Geaece cmeteisis woke awa es isle Sele sigeeeee $6 00 Lord Hopetoun. Novelty, 1906. A magnificent crimson camellia-shaped flower of perfect erect habit. A grand acquisition.... .....-.......... 2 00 Lucy Evans. Novelty, 1906. A very large pure white flower of handsome camellia shape, of great substance and vigorous habit.....-...-.-. 2 Mary Pope. Novelty, 1908. An immense pure white camellia, flowers invariably over 6 inches in diameter; atruly magnificent flower. The plant is of robust growth andthe flowers are borne on stiff stems well above the foliage ..... Maude Wolland. Novelty, 1908. A very strong- growing variety, bearing numerous large orange- colored flowers with a pure white center ....... Miss Fairlie Harmar. Novelty, 1908. Beauti- fully shaped flowers of a brilliant shade of orange- scarlet and of magnificent form Mrs. Arthur Paget. Novelty, 1906. A lovely shade of salmon, shading to pink towards the outer petals and with a white center............ Mrs. Clark. Novelty, 1907. A lovely bright pink flower, with a pure white center; quite a novel Shad ebyiicstereieieinis eiclavoiels: siomiseteracis eiorec eictaies oeteteleys Mrs. Ernest James. Novelty, 1908. Immense flowers of a beautiful shade of salmon; very strong grower Mrs. W. H. Edwards. Novelty, 1907, A large pure white camellia-shaped flower, slightly 4 00 tinged with blush; a most lovely flower ........ 3 00 Patrick Ainslie. Novelty, 1908. Very large bright crimson flower, grand erect habit ....... 5 00 Rhoda Pope. Novelty, 1908. A perfect camellia- shaped blush-colored flower, with the edges of the petals shaded deep pink ................... Sir Gilbert Parker. Novelty, 1908. Immense dark crimson flowers, thrown well above the foliage on sturdy erect stems........-----..---- W.H. Apthorpe. Novelty, 1907. Large rosette- shaped flowers of a beautiful shade of salmon, the edges of the petals being prettily crimped.. W.G. Valentine. Novelty, 1906. Brilliant scar- let, camellia-shaped flowers; grand habit Wm. Marshall. Novelty, 1908. This is by far the prettiest Begonia in the whole of our collection. In color the most brilliant shade of scarlet and in shape the most exquisite camellia 6 oo Rawson’s Giant Gloxinias (See page 97) | Arlington Grown Plants = Baaiccs sures 96 BESSERA ELEGANS An exceedingly pretty summer-flowering bulbous plant, with vermilion and white pendulous flowers in umbels. go cts. per doz., $6 per 100. CALADIUM Caladium esculentum (ELEPHANT’S EAR) A most showy ornamental plant either as specimen or in groups. - Produce enormous leaves that often measure 2 to 3 feet in width and 3 to 4 feet in height. yest See fats Pee Doz. 100 irst Size Bulbs ................ 10 $0 $5 00 Extra Large Bulbs................ Tees a 3 oo Mammoth Bulbs .................. 20 200 I2 00 Monstrous Bulbs.................. 35 350 25 00 These bulbs can be shipped by express only Fancy-Leaved Caladium A most decorative foliage-plant for either pot or tropical bedding. Plants grow the first year about 18 inches high and produce any quantity of handsomely marked foliage. For outdoor planting, select a half- shady situation and add a large quantity of horse manure to the soil. Bulbs can only be supplied early in the season; we do not make any extra charge for plants. Our collection is exclusive and contains only the choicest varieties from a special grower. Our Novelty Collection 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. Candidum. Pure white, green midrib and veins; fash- ionable. Diamantine. Transparent pink, narrow green border; very noble. Dr. Wilhelm Miller. Glowing red, edges bronzy red; exceedingly grand. : Elsa. Pink, freckled bright red, some large trans- parent spots, green edge; fairy-like. : Gaspard Crayer. Red center, light red zone, bright red midrib and veins, green border; magnificent. L’Automne. Creamy white, large pink transparent spots; glorious. Major Benson. Satiny red in center, some lighter spots, narrow green edge; very rich. Snow Queen. Pure white, the best white. Tabatinga. White, with creamy spots and red mid- rib; delicate coloring. Truce. Pearly white, with a pink shimmer; new color; beautiful. SPECIAL OFFER: One each of above 10 sorts, $4 Our Standard Collection 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. Caxauga. Pink and white, green veins; charming. Chas. Verdier. Pink center, a little deeper red midrib and veins, pink spots. Clio. Green, densely freckled orange, large pink spots; magnificent. D. C. De Meruda. White, with a few large scarlet spots. Mewarie kes Salmon-red midrib and veins, profusely spotted white on a green ground. Duchesse de Mortemart. Clouded and marbled creamy white and green; excellent. Gretry. Gigantic leaf, center glowing scarlet, large white spots, green edge ; very impressive. : Jacob Weiss. Glowing orange-scarlet midrib and veins, densely spotted red in the interspores, emer- ald-green ground color; fine. Pintado. White, with numerous small transparent pink spots. : Raymond Lemoinier. Red center, creamy white border; rare and beautiful. SPECIAL OFFER: 9ne each of the above 10 sorts $2 AUN 5 UNION STREET Sling ~=— _BOSTON, MASS. |,\esed]., OEEDY STon We OP RET ANAS aw son & Co. CINNAMON VINE Splendid climber of rapid growth, bearing glossy green, heart-shaped leaves and white cinnamon-scented flowers. 10 feet. 50c. per doz., $3 per roo. CALLA LILIES Nothing is of easier cultivation than the popular Calla. They require good rich loam. Indispensable for edging of ponds or bog-garden. Pearl of Stuttgart. A comparatively new variety of graceful habit, dwarf, with compact foliage, 18 inches high, and large massive flowers standing well above it. Excellent for pot-plant. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Little Gem. A miniature Calla, grows 12 inches high and has flowers one- half the size of the regular Calla; very interesting. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz. Alba maculata (the Spotted-leaf Calla). This variety is perfectly hardy in this climate and is an excellent acquisition for the border or in clumps near ponds. Flowers white ; foliage spotted white. 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. RAWSON’S GIANT GLOXINIAS Unexcelled for pots, window-boxes or vases, and can easily be raised from bulbs. We offer the following handsome shades. ia © Wiese) Tee Dar AVAOLe Ce ater ker cccietsicleyelehclo ehelaiolelehrleieleleleuhels =| -Lekelalejelele\si- fo 10 $1 00 $7 00 IEW Scents 4085655000 dod500G0000000000000 0000 000400 G00000 10 100 700 PSV AM tyS CaAmletie ree sekek ols 10 ole cieln cle oe einie) *Veleieise\eleieisieelsi 10 100 700 Violet Edged White ........ 1.2... cece cece ee tees eee ce eees 10 100 700 Pure hitetee ssc loci scene cle dee Sheisialeucietseleicie sieisiere 10 100 700 SPOtbe Cie ieiccleieicic sicielereia (> «[ehgeteleters so oGeoCuDOSE 10 I 00. 7-00 Scarlet Edged White............ 22. ccc cece cee e eens 10 100 7 00 PANE ColorspiVirx edie cis calc ieinietin oro ieleio steroneielelosjeicls clelslelsicleye 10 100 700 HYACINTHUS CANDICANS (Summer Hyacinth) A most valuable hardy perennial, showing its majestic pure white, bell- shaped flowers during August. Most effective if planted in large clumps between shrubbery. Mammoth bulbs. 5o0c. per doz., $3 per 100, $20 per 1,000. ISMENE CALATHINE (Peruvian, or Sea Daffodil) These handsome plants are almost wholly unknown to American growers. They are deciduous bulbs of a very ornamental ‘¢haracter, producing long i g arching leaves of the richest glossy green and quite a yard high; The flowers Hyacinthus candicans Vacs = are produced in glorious umbels and resembles pancratium, measuring 3 to 4 inches across the petals, the centers of the flowers resembling the trumpets of narcissi. Half-hardy; easily grown in pots. They enjoy a rich soil. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. MADEIRA VINE A popular climber of most rapid growth. Dense shining foliage; will grow to any height the support is provided for. Prefers a warm, sheltered spot. 50 cts. per doz., $3 per too. MILLA BIFLORA . Large, pure waxy white flowers, 2% inches in diame- ter and usually borne in pairs. Will keep for days when-cut. 75 cts=per doz., $6 per 100. ~ « MONTBRETIAS These beautiful hardy, bulbous plants are an ex- cellentacquisition for the perennial border. NOVELTY 1908 Montbretia Promotheus. 4watd of Merit, 2 Royal Horticultu- ral Society, London; First Class Certificate, Shrews- bury, England; First Class Certificate, Edinburgh International Exhibition. This must be regarded as the finest Montbretia yet raised, for not only has it large and brilliant flowers, but it grows with remark- able vigor and flowers with a freedom that is sure to make it popular. The plants grow 3% feet high and the-spikes are freely branched ; each flower measures 3% to 3% inches across and is of a rich orange color, flushed and stained with crimson in the center. $1,50 —— each. This new variety may be seen in bloom at Montbretia ~~ Rawson’s Dahlia Farm during the proper season. 97 : RESON g g, ee MONTBRETIAS, continued Doz. 100 1,000 Aurea. Golden yellow.....-......$0 25 $1 50 $12 00 Crocosmaeflora. Orange-scarlet.. 20 1 00 6 50 Elegans. Bright yellow, outside shadedivermiilionl ser-leeioe -eiiel-ie «= 25, 1 50) 410.00 Etoile de Feu. Rich scarlet, yellow GeithWies odo anda cdon secn.cadaesI0u Bane 30 200 1500 Germania. New hybrid. A most beautiful new. variety. Bright orange-scarlet flowers of extremely IEVGES IVS ooaodoousncacgusecoDD0Ne I 00 700 Pottsi. Bright yellow, flushed with WG Sdosagdoodd odsadouanD So5000 Mend 20 I 25 7 50 Rayon d’Or (Golden Sheaf). Deep VelloweA VeGVAlane Ckamteetieictetsertel-- ise 20 le 25 8 50 Mixture of Seedlings............. 20 I 00 6 50 NERINE SARNIENSIS (Guernsey Lily ) A pretty pot-plant belonging to the Amaryllis family, producing crowns of beautiful scarlet flowers. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. f _~y, - ai zx 5 oe < Mexican Everblooming Single Tuberose 98 ist or . a 7) ALlin fon Grow Planfs < BSEtsetep BuLss HARDY OXALIS A most beautiful border plant, flowering profusely all summer. Excellent for rockeries. This valuable plant was shown to good advantage at Rawson’s Dah- lia Farm last season, where it was universally admired. 15 cts. per doz., $1 per 100, $5 per 1,000. TIGRIDIA (Shell Flower) Has gorgeously-colored iris-like flowers and foliage. Grows 3 feet high and blooms from July to October. Excellent for cut-flowers. Pavonia alba grandiflora. Pure white. doz.. $3.50 per 100. Pavonia aurea. Golden yellow. 50 cts. per doz., $3.50 per 100. Pavonia Canariensis. doz., $3.50 per Ioo. Pavonia rosea. Pink. 50 cts. per doz., $3.50 per 100. Pavonia speciosa. Scarlet-red.- 50 cts. per doz., $3.50 per Ioo. ixed Varieties. 50 cts. per doz., $3.50 per 100. TUBEROSE This popular flower is grown ex- tensively now in New England, as by proper methods it can be had in bloom by July and will continue into fall. Pot the bulbs in March and start them growing. Albino. Single pearly white, very graceful and valuable for cutting. 50 cts. per doz., $3.50 per Ioo. Excelsior, Double Pearl. Large- flowering bulbs. Spikes 2 to 3 feet high, with large and very double flowers. 40 cts. per doz., $2 per 100, $15 per I,000. Excelsior, Double ‘Pearl. Mam- moth bulbs. 60 cts. per doz., $3 per 100, $24 per 1,000. 5oc. per Light yellow. 50 cts. per Mexican Everblooming Single Tuberose We find this to be the most beauti- ful and graceful Tuberose in exis- tence. It throws up its long stalks, with loosely arranged single flowers of the purest white and sweetest fra- grance continuously, from June till frost. The flowers will last a week after being cut. For good success, select a sunny warm location, good, rich loam and keep well watered dur- ing summer. Io cts. each, $1 per doz., $7 per I00. WATSONIA ARDERNEI A native of the Cape, with long, graceful spikes of beautiful gladiolus- like flowers in the purest white; most desirable for outdoor culture. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. ZEPHYRANTHUS (Fairy Lily) A most delicate, beautiful and grace- ful lily-like plant which uninterrupt- edly throws up its large flowers on waving stems 12 inches high from June until frost. Zephyranthus rosea. Pink. toc. each, 75 cts. per doz., $5 per 100. Zephyranthus candida. Pure white. 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz., $5 per Ioo. Zephyranthus sulphurea. Sul- phur-yellow. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz., $8 per 100. Soe W.W. Rawson 8 CoS Wes oN ass Oe S7aN; GLADIOLI SPECIALTY New and Rare Varieties New Giant Hybrid Gladiolus Harvard Introduced in 1907 by us forthe first time. The largest and richest colored Gladiolus yet introduced. This new variety is no doubt the finest Gladiolus in existence. The color is a rich velvety maroon, slightly flushed dark scarlet. The flowers are truly gigantic. We have measured hundredstof flowers that showed a cross line of 7 inches, and exceedingly few less than 6inches. None of our plants have been less than 3 feet high and some have been fully 4% feet. Stems are very straight, but not stiff, giving the flower more grace. They are lined with from eight to fifteen gigantic flowers and buds. Six to ten open flowers usually appear at the same time. Flowers are beau- tifully formed, open to their fullest size and do not interfere with each other, a great improvement over the older varieties. Every lover of Gladioli should try this exceptional novelty. A dozen of these giant flower-spikes prettily arranged in a vaseisa gorgeous room decoration. During the summer 50 cts. each, $5 per doz., months we shall ex- hibit this flower at Seeee. se Rawson’sDahliaFarm a hamatede and we should be pleased if our friends wouldaccept this opportunity to acquaint them- selves with this beautiful flower. Raw son’s Gladiolus, Kathryn 99 Novelty for 1908 Gladiolus Kathryn. Awarded a_ first-class Certificate of Merit from the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, Boston, August, 1907. Undoubtedly the most attractive Gla- diolus ever exhibited or grown. It created a sensation wherever shownand will stand asthe most advanced type of American Hybrids for some time to come. Though unlike Harvard this new Gladiolus is distinct in type and formation. The spikes grow fully 4 feet high, are very robust and bear from 14 to 20 magnifi- cent giant flowers of which usually six are fully ex- panded; every bud will perfect when cut at an early stage, a great point in its favor. The flowers ex- hibited at Boston measured 5% to 6 inches across: truly gigantic. The color is the greatest surprise. The upper petals are of solid cclor, a most exquisite lively pink, the lower ones are of the same shade — RAWSON’S s—__ SELECTED BULBS Ss GLADIOLUS KATHRYN, continued with the addition of an elongated creamy blotch. The combination of these two shades with the special con- spicuous markings create an effect which has never been duplicated in a flower. The quantity of this novelty is extremely limited and will be for some years as it is a shy multiplier. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Choice New Named Giadioli We are devoting many acres of land to this flower alone and endeavor to offer to our patrons only the choicest and most exclusive varieties in existence. Every one of the varieties offered below is of extreme beauty and will be grown for exhibition at Rawson’s Dahlia Farm, where they may be seen during the proper season. Here we are also trying out many European novelties of late introduction and expect to have the largest collection of this popular flower in America. America. A splendid new Gladiolus. The color is a most beautiful soft pink, very much like the Enchan- tress carnation, except slightly tinged lavender. A splendid bedding sort. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz., $18 per 100. RAWSON’S ROSES ARE SUPERB Gladiolus America Gladiolus Contrast Angusta. Flowers are of perfect paper-white, with a slight pink shade on lower half of the petal. The spike is set solid and perfect with the flowers from top to bottom. to cts. each, $1 per doz., $6 per 100. Attraction. Deep, dark rich crimson, with a very conspicuous large pure white center and throat. At once a most beautiful and attractive sort. 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. Baron Hulot. Good-sized flower, well arranged on straight spikes; color dark violet bordering on blue. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz., $18 per Ioo. Baron Staffe. Clear lilac, stained pale violet and yellow, a very delicate combination. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per Ioo. Brenchleyensis. This is an old standard sort, and one of the best for bedding where one shade of good scarlet is desired. Large bulbs, 40 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100, $20 per 1,000. Canary Bird. Without doubt a fine yellow; a pure canary shade that is pleasing and attractive. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $12 per Ioo. Contrast. Flowers of great substance and a beautiful compact spike of perfect form. Color intense scarlet with a large distinct pure white center, which is neither tinted or mottled. A most striking novelty. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz., $35 per I00. 100 5 UNION STREET aw son & Coss BOSTON, MASS. Gladiolus, Princess Sandersoni CHOICE NEW NAMED GLADIOLI, continued Cardinal. Perfect flower and spike; very large and the brightest, cleanest and most intense cardinal- scarlet. Very rich and showy and bv all odds the very finest light-colored sort yet seen. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz., $25 per Ioo. Emil Augier. Well opened flower of medium size. Color clear sulphur-yellow, with a stain of fiery red in the throat. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz., $15 per 100. Fireside. Pure flame-color, of good size; all flowers appear at one time. 3 feet high. go cts, each, $3 per doz., $20 per 100. Dawn. One of the best self-colored. Flowers medium large and of a most delicate pink. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz., $20 per Ioo. George Paul. Large flowers, deep crimson, slightly stained yellow, spotted with purple. ro cts. each, $1 per doz., $7 per 100. Giant Pink. Large flower, dark pink shade with brilliant throat marking of dark red; tall, strong grower; flowers well arranged with many open at the same time. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz., $15 per 100. Hollandia. Flowers well arranged on a spike which attains a height of about 4 feet. Often as many as 30 blooms of a charming pink shade tinted yellow are open at one time. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz., $18 per 100. Jean Dieulafoy. Flowers creamy white, lower petals stained maroon. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz., $18 per 100. Mary Lemoine. Slender spikes, well expanded flow- ers; upper division of a pale creamy color, flushed salmon-lilac, the lower division spotted violet and yellow. A very dainty sort. 5 cts. each, 45 cts. per doz., $3.50 per I00. May. Lovely pure white flower, finely flaked bright rosy crimson; strong spike; good forcing variety. 45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100. 101 Mephistopheles. Flowers of large size, dark red, stained with black and yellow. Very attractive. 20c., each, $2 per doz., $15 per 100. Mrs. Francis King. A new variety which ex- cited great comment and admiration, both for size of flower and beauty. The color of the flower is a light scarlet, of a very pleasing shade, which attracts attention at once. The flowers are very large, usually measuring from 3% to 4 inches in diameter and are borne on long stems with from four to six flowers open at a time. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. *©1900.’? Good-sized bloom of rich red, with prominent white spots on the three lower petals. 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. Octoroon. A beautiful salmon-pink; very dis- tinct. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. Pacha. Magnificent flower of nasturtium- orange shade, the throat of which is spotted red on a sulphur ground. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Princess Sandersoni. Pure white, slightly penciled purple. 20c. each, $2 per doz. Princeps. The new amary llis- like Gladio- lus of recent introduc- tion. The color is a rich = crim- son, with very deep Gladiolus, Mrs, Francis King RAWSON’s s;—___ SELECTED BULBS ‘CHOICE NEW NAMED GLADIOLI, continued Searsdale. Tall grower, with large, pink-lavender- shading in the throat and broad blotches on the colored flower, shaded to dark rose. 20 cts. each, $2 lower petals. The individual flowers are 5%4 inches per doz., $15 per 100. in diameter and sometimes 1 inch larger. Usually | Shakespeare. Another standard sort, excellent for three flowers expand fully at one time, while the cutting. White, slightly suffused rose. 10 cts. each, spike will produce from 12 to 15 flowers. Extra large $1 per doz., $3 per 100. bulbs, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz., $22 per Loo. Snowbank. Fine spike of well-formed flowers, pure Prophetesse. Large, round pearly white blooms white, with the exception of slight stain of red at base with a conspicuous crimson throat. Healthy grower, of petals. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz., $7 per 100. good multiplier and early bloomer. 20 cts. each, | Sulphur King. Beautiful clear sulphur-yellow. The $2 per doz. finest and purest yellow sort. 60c. each, $6 per doz. Rosella. Large, well opened flower, light rose, stained | Wm. Faleoner. Spikes of great length and flowers purple and white. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. of enormous size. Beautiful clear light pink. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. MIXTURES OF GLADIOLI Na o : 9 = The product of seed- Rawson’s “Prizewinner” Mixture. lines Ficne ee open and of giant size, distinct from any other strain and far superior to the best, not excluding even Grofi’s renowned strains. The most desirable and valuable quality of this mixture is that the colors have been especially selected, including only those that are light in shading, agreeable to look upon, and most suitable for home decoration. Every obnoxious color that would not readily lend itself to the blending has been thrown out, and for that reason this mixture is of exclusive quality. The Gladiolus is a popu- lar flower and has been greatly improved. Why not plant the best? 75 cts. per doz., $5 per 100, $40 per 1,000. Groff’s Hybrid Gladicli This strain was originated only a few years since, and today it is the most popular Gladiolus in cultivation. Enormous flowers of most fantastic colorings appear in large numbers on stout stems often 4 feet high. Undoubtedly the finest Gladiolus in existence. This strain has been awarded certificates of merit from all the leading horticultural societies of America. FINEST MIXED. 4octs. per doz., $2.50 per 100, $20 per 1,000. SILVER TROPHY STRAIN, First Section. Extra large bulbs; con- tains red, scarlet and crimson shades. 75 cts. per doz., $5 per 100. Second Section. Extra large bulbs; contains white, light and yellow shades. $1 per doz., $8 per 100. Third Section. Extra large bulbs; contains rare blue shades. 15 cts. each, $1.25 per doz., $9.50 per 100. Mixed. 60 cts. per doz., $4.50 per Ioo. GOLD MEDAL STRAIN, First Section. Newest shades of red, scarlet and crimson. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Second Section. Newest shades of white, light and yellow. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. Third Section. Newtrue blue. 4o cts. each, $4 per doz. Finest Mixed. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. RAWSON’S “SPECIAL BEDDING”? MIXTURE. A grand mixture of all the choicest colors known in Gladioli. The strain is superior and must not be compared-with the common mixtures offered; in fact, it is the best mixture that can be had. .40 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100, $20 per 1,000. - ——_— Finest Mixed, All Colors. A mixture of the common Gladioli, specially Gladiolus Prizewinner picked large bulbs. 25 cts. per doz., $1.50 per 100, $12 per 1,000. Gladioli in Separate Shades Doz. 100 1,000 Doz. 100 I,000 Shades of Pink ................ $0 45 $3 00 $25 oo | Shades of Red.................. $0 40 $250 $20 00 Shades of White and Light..... 50 350 3000 | Shades of Yellow .............. I 50 10 00 FOR THE MOST COMPLETE COLLECTION OF NEW AND RARE GLADIOLUS VISIT RAWSON’S DAHLIA FARM DURING AUGUST 102 5 UNION STREET SS BOSTON, MASS. Soa WW. Rawson © Co, RAWSON’S SUPERIOR DAHLIAS i Have a world-wide reputation. Their merits are known. Twelve thousand Dahlia lovers visited “Rawson’s Dahlia Farm,”’ at Marblehead, Mass., during the season of 1907, and every one was simply taken by surprise with the gorgeous display of blooms and voted it as the greatest show on earth. For the season of 1908 we have planned to grow for exhibition over 1,500 varieties, most of which are of pecent dntroguctions as far as classes and varieties go, it will outclass any other collection of Dahlias in the world. A cordial invitation is extended to every flower lover in America to visit Rawson’s Dahlia Farm during the season of 1908. To be constantly informed of the progress of the Dahlia, every Dahlia lover should subscribe or the ““Dahlia News,’’ a monthly paper issued in the interest of the ‘‘ New England Dahlia Society,’’ and which treats as its subject nothing but the Dahlia. Subscription $1 per fiscal annum, which entitles at the same time to a membership in the N. E. D. S. All communications on this | subject should be addressed to Maurice Fuld, Secretary, 5 Union Street, Boston, Mass. Last season we inaugurated a system to ship a collection of cut blooms, all labeled, to those who lived at distant regions or who were unable to yisit our farm. We seem to have struck a popular want with this idea, but experienced that by sending 100 flowers for $1, we did nowhere near cover the cost of labor for cutting and labeling, not mentioning shipping-box, packing-paper and packing. For this reason we Shall offer but 50 flowers this year for $1. In connection with this offer we wish to say that, while we are trying to accommodate our friends, the date of shipping must be entirely left to us, but we shall be more than glad to make the selections of blooms according to the wishes of our patrons. LONG-STEMMED CUT BLOOMS ‘We experienced so many inquiries last season for long-stemmed cut-flowers, that we decided to furnish these to our friends at the rate of 50 cts. per dozen. Please mention color and type, when ordering. Dahlia roots will be delivered during the month of April. Each shipment will contain full up-to- date cultural directions. Every root will have a sprout before being shipped and we guarantee same to be true to name. No matter how much care we exercise to have all Dahlias true to name, mistakes are liable to happen. To show our fairness in this matter, we shall replace all such roots which prove untrue this year with the proper variety another season, Please Order by Numbers Only We can supply every variety which was exhibited by us during the past season, but on account of a limited stock on hand of some of the varieties, and because we have booked a great many advance orders for others, we were obliged to omit quite a large number from offering in this Catalogue. All Dahlia roots are delivered free to any post office or express office in the United States at the prices given in this Catalogue. To introduce to the American public the most advanced type of Dahlias, we offer this year Rawson’s “Glory” Collection of Six. New Giant Dahlias (SEE ILLUSTRATION ON BACK COVER) containing one root each of the following superb varieties: Jeanne Charmet, Schwan, Mrs. Roosevelt, Antelope, Kaiserin Augusta Victoria and H. Shoesmith, for a total of only $3, delivered free to any post- office in the United States. If purchased separately, this collection could not be duplicated at less than $5. On account of this great reduction in price, we cannot make any alteration in the make up of this collection. To clear whatever surplus we have, we offer for delivery May 15, as follows: 12 Dahlias, each one different, for............... $2 00 | 100 Dahlias, each one different, for...,.....,..$10 00 25 Dahlias, each one different, for............... 3 50 | 200 Dahlias, each one different, for..... -:+-:-. 20 00 60 Dahlias, each one different, for............... 6 00 | 300 Dahlias, each one different, for.......... -- 60 00 While we are glad to make the selection of types according to the wishes of our patrons, we must absolutely insist upon our own selection of varieties. CACTUS DAHLIAS The ideal illustration of this type is Mrs. J. P. Mace, page 109 ‘This class has received more attention than any other from the creators of new varieties, and it is nothing un- ‘usual to see one hundred new varieties introduced in a single season. One single glance over our collection is sufficient to guarantee a most complete and up-to-date offering. PLEASE ORDER BY NUMBER ONLY 103 ; Arlington Grow )) Planks sas are oe W CACTUS DAHLIAS, continued 10 Admiral Togo. Lively scarlet shaded vermilion, petals long and beautifully curved. $r. 15 Ajax. Orange, long narrow incurved petals, bold and striking. 25 cts. 20 Alabaster. Pure white, medium-sized flower, abundant bloomer, straight, long stem showing flower well above foliage. 50 cts. 25 Albion. Pure white, the center slightly creamy white, the longest straight petal of any white Dahlia. 50 cts. 30 Alexander. A grand dark crimson flower, flushed with maroon; petals of the finest quality, perfect center and splendid habit of growth. 50 cts. 35 Alexander Immer. Flowers rather medium of size, but the darkest colored Cactus Dahlia in existence, almost black; very free blooming. 75c. 50 Alfred Vasey. Reddish crimson, shaded, amber, among the finest blooming Cactus Dahlias. We counted 125 perfect blooms at one time on a sin- gle plant; excellent for mass effect. 15 cts. 53 Alight. Rich fiery orange, center deep orange, most refined full flower, long stiffstems well above foliage; very early and free blooming. $1.50. 55 Alpha. A beautiful fancy Cactus; color white ground, striped and speckled soft crimson. 35c. 60 Amazon, New 1908. Very large flowers of per- fect form; purple violet. $2. 70 Ambassador. Pure white, throwing its flowers well above the foliage on stiff long stems. 50 cts. 75 Amber. A very distinct shade of amber-orange, broad long petals, loose form of flower. 50 cts. 80 Amos Perry. Bright scarlet, one of the best for cutting; flowers on long stems and carries its flowers way above foliage. 30 cts. go Angelika. Fresh delicate pink, with pure white center. 25 cts. 1oo Antelope. Rich yellow, suffused bronzy red, good habit and free bloomer. 75 cts. 1 Iaathe, 2 Comet, 3 Ella Kramer 104 110 Apollo. Large, long-rayed flowers of a dark In- dian-red color; form perfection; petals sharply pointed and long. 50 cts. 122 Arachne. White, edged bright crimson from base to tip. 15 cts. 125 Annita. Liliput in size, but perfect in form. Flowers are velvety crimson overlaid with cop- per and have a distinct yellow ring in the center. The flowers appear on erect long stems. 50 cts. rmi New, clear chrome- yellow without 130, Armigo. shading; flowers large and incurved petals, free blooming on long stiff stems. $4. 135 Arminstein. New. The pure white flowers ap- pear in great abundance; the petals are twisted and very regular. 50 cts. 145 Artus. Deep apricot, shaded orange-buff ; a good flower of perfect form. 35 cts. New, 1906. A true Cac- 160 Aschenbroedel. tus Dahlia on the type of Strahlenkrone. Flowers are orange-pink with delicate yellow tips and center, absolutely dis- tinct coloring. The flowers appear way above the foliage on long wiry stems. The plant grows but 3 feet high and very bushy. $1. One of the best Dahlias for exhibi- 175 Aurora. tion, colossal in size, elegant in form, most perfect in type and of the most exquisite coloring; attractive soft pink, slightly tipped white, the heart of the flower brilliant golden. $1. 180 Austin Cannell. Rose, shaded lighter at tips. 20c. 200 Beatrice. Pale rose, shaded lighter toward the tips. 25 cts. 205 Beauty Anversoise. Distinct form of flowers, petals narrow, twisted and incurved to such a degree that the center is almost hidden. The color is brilliant crimson, white tips; flowers large. 50 cts. 215 Bella. Deep golden buff ground, heavily edged with deep lilac-rose, the center deep rose, a large full flower of good shape and beautiful color. 50 cts. 225 Bessie Mitchell. Yellowish orange, suf- fused with salmon or pinkish red. A large, finely formed flower. 3% feet. 25 cts. 2 The flower has a 235 Blush Queen. splendid new combi- nation of colors, clear bright rosy pink, with a creamy white center, carried on long upright stalks well above the foliage. 75 cts. 240 Blutenregen. The name implies a shower of bloom, this is true, quite early it begins to throw up a multitude of purplish red blooms and simply exhausts itself in blooming but not before frost appears. 50 cts. 250 Bornemann’s Liebling. Quite new. A most delicate pink, shading to pure white in the center. Flowers perfect and ex- cellent for cutting. 35 cts. - For a delicate color- 260 Brautjungfer. ing nothing has yet been seento equal this variety. The entire flower is a delicate blush-pink, fairly large and extremely full and double. Plants grow 5 feet high and throw the flower- stems far above the foliage. 50 cts. 265 Bridesmaid. Cream-colored, turning into sulphur toward the outer part of the petals, extreme edges delicate pink. 4 feet. 25 cts. 270 Brilliant. Bright crimson, of excellent form. 3% feet. 30 cts. 272 Britannia. A delicate shade of soft salmon- pink passing toward base of petal to apri- cot. Free blooming. 4 feet. 20 cts. Most attractive on account eo Buiterfly. of coloring ; chocolate-crim- son, distinctly tipped white; excellent form; large flower; quite new. 50 cts. SOLD CNTY WW.R aw son & Co. 5 UNION STREET “~—=—-—Ss BOSTON, MASS. CACTUS DAHLIAS, continued 310 Campaigner. Deep salmon-red, with petals tipped with rose-color; very pretty flowers of medium size and with very acutely pointed petals. 35 cts. 315 Canneli’s Crest. Beautiful cherry-red. A free bloomer. 4 feet. 20 cts. 316 Captain Broad. Brightest scarlet, with no shad- ing whatever. 50 cts. 326 Charm. Yellow at the base of petal, then red, with heavy white tips at edges; long petals; blooms freely. 50 cts. 330 Citizen. Deep maroon, shaded purple; erect grower, blooming well above foliage; a strik- Ing variety. 75 cts. Die Unschuld 335 Citronenvogel. One of the series of Lilliputian Cactus Dahlias. Plants grow but 18 inches high; are built so no stem can be seen and are com- pletely covered with perfect but small lemon- yellow flowers. In appearance the plant repre- sents a compact ball-shaped bush; just the proper thing to edge shrubbery or other Dahlias. 75 cts. 345 Clara G. Stredwick. Clear bright salmon, large flowers, with narrower petals of great length and freely produced. Dwarf, wiry habit. 35 cts. 350 ClarenceWebb. A beautiful bronze-red, the base of the flower clear yellow. 35 cts. 360 Columbia. Bright scarlet, distinctly tipped with white. 4 feet. 35 cts. each. 365 Comet. The largest fancy Cactus Dahlia. Beauti- ful silvery rose ground, splashed and _ striped with crimson. 35 cts. 367 Conrad. Terra-cotta-red, streaked with yellow, a flower of the largest size and best shape, with very long narrow petals; very early and exceed- ingly free blooming. 75 cts. 373 Cornucopia. Deep reddish salmon, large bold flower, with very fine petals. 25 cts. 374 Coronation. Glowing red, very pointed petals; flowers small and carried erect on wiry stems. A gem for cutting. 20 cts. W. W. Rawson is the most perfect Dahlia | 375 Countess of Lonsdale. For perfection ee SE ee ee EE oO DOOM, GES and erectness of stem, abundance of flowers and general use as a garden flower, although quite old, this variety has never yet been equaled. On several of the plants we counted over 150 per- fect blooms at one time on one plant. Is there any other garden flower that can equal it? The color is a rich salmon, tinted apricot. 15 cts. 7 New. Deep golden yellow, 38c Country Girl. bright amber tips; the bold flowers appear very early and remain large right up till frost. 75 cts. 7 New. An elegantly formed 39° Crayfish. and highly refined flower, the florets being so much incurved as to almost meet in the center; these are ex- ceptionally narrow and the flowers very large. Color coppery scarlet. 50 cts. 395 Crepuscule. New, 1905. Pale orange- yellow, the outer petals deepening to deep amber-buff; refined flower of beau- tiful shape, large, extremely early and very free- blooming; excellent for exhibitions. 75 cts. 410 Dainty. Quite new. The name is well applied,— yellow ground, suffused pink, golden tips; most delicate colored Dahlia. 3 feet. $1. ‘417 Daisy Easton. Deep rich yellow, a flower of ex- ceptional beauty. It is a large, deep, incurving form and never shows the center; has a good stem and strong in habit. $1. Exquisite pink, with green- 425 Das Marchen. ish yellow at the center; Petals rather broad and thick; good for exhibi- tion. 35 cts. 450 Decima. Buff yellow, suffused and edged with bronzy rose, large flower. 40 cts. 455 Delicata. A distinct form of flower, saucer- shaped, the petals run the same width almost to the tip; color a most delicate blush. 75 cts. 465 Demon. Maroon, with crimson at center; free- flowering. 75 cts. S New, 1908. Of German ori- 480 Die Unschuid. gin and received the highest award when exhibited at Berlin. The entire plant is distinct ; foliage is short; thick and very lus- trous; the stem and branches are fleshy and robust, the entire plant compact and dwarf; the flowers which possess the greatest substance known are fairly large, extremely double and belong to the class known as Cactus Hybrids; stems average 15 inches and throw the flowers far above the foliage; color creamy white, this variety should be in every collection. $3. 485 Dudley Hardy. A giant flower of dark salmon- pink; long, incurved petals. 25 cts. 505 Edith Groom. Pure white; excellent form and habits. 50 cts. 530 Effective. This is quite a distinct color in Dah- lias ; it is a deep amber, with rose-colored center. 35 cts. 535 Electric. Enormous flat flowers of a pure white, slightly flushed flesh-pink and light yellow center, one cannot help but be attracted to this variety whenever grown. 50 cts. New, 1905. Clear rosy pink, 545, Ella Kraemer. lighter at the base of petals; large flower of excellent shape; free and distinct. One of the best Cactus Dahlias of recent intro- duction. 5 feet. 75 cts. 547 Elis. Apricot- and peach-colored ; very decorative and odd. 35 cts. 550 Elsass. Very large blooms of fine petals appear freely ; color a lake-crimson. 60 cts. 555 Else. Salmon-pink, slightly suffused yellow; very free blooming; of Cactus Hybrid type. 50 cts. 105 Frau Hermina Marx CACTUS DAHLIAS, continued 560 Emperor. A lovely tint of pure plum-color, quite velvety in texture; the base of every petal is pale yellow, which, contrasting well with the dominant color and lighting up the interior of the flower, has a pretty effect. 4 feet. 35 cts. = Brilliant, rich crim- 565 Empress of Austria, Brilliant, ric ann large exhibition flower with elegant, fluted pet- als. 5 feet. 4o cts. each, $4 per doz. New. A most lovely variety; color 567 Encore. a warm shade of Sransebed with lighter center. Perfect habit, very free and bear- ing its large narrow-petaled flowers on long wiry stems carried well above the foliage. $2. io New. Carmine, with deeper shading 575 Epopee. center crimson, very large flower, with long narrow petals quite fine to center, very free and constant. $1. 615 Etoile de France. A most exquisite shade of soft pink tinted lavender; flowers are perfect, fine long petals on erect stems, most attractive when cut. $2. 620 Etoile de Neuville (‘Lilliput- Cactus). Plants grow only 18 inches high, very bushy and are al- ways loaded with small but perfect flowers of vivid chestnut-red. 75 cts. .630 Eva. Pure white flowers of pleasing form, petals regularly and neatly curved. 4 feet. 25 cts. .640 Exquisite. A lovely, indescribable tint of reddish cinnamon on pinkish apricot. 3 feet. 25 cts. W S New, 1905. Pure white; very narrowin (675 Fairy. florets; beautiful form; the most refined of this color. 3 feet. 50 cts. New. Soft yellowish buff, shaded 685 Faunus. and tipped salmon, center salmon; petals very long slightly incurved, a large deep flower of fine outline, with long erect stems car- ried well above foliage. $1. oe AW SON’S SS BULBS 690 F. A. Wellesley. A large full flower, with long ~ narrow and incurving petals; color light crim- son-scarlet. 75 cts. 715 F. H. Chapman. New, 1903. A lovely blending of colors, yellow shaded withdeep orange. Very bright and effective. 4 feet. 50 cts. 720 Fighting Mac. Rich, fiery crimson, narrow, in- curving petals. 4% feet. 30 cts. 725 Fiseality. New, 1904. Fiery orange, tinted with shades of orange and coral-red; a medium-sized flower of exquisite form. 3 feet. 30 cts. gs 7 A very large perfect flower, with an 73° Flieder. entirely new shade. Soft lilac. $2.50. 735 Floradora. Wine-crimson, splendid-shaped flow- ers on long, wiry stems, well above the foliage. 3 feet. 20 cts. 740 Florence. A lovely shade of orange-yellow. Splendid shaped flowers, fine for exhibition, con- stant and free. 3 feet. 75 cts. 1904. 745 Florence M. Stredwick. The_ flowers are largeand of splendid shape; a very fine, pure white variety. 3 feet. 25 cts. 750 Forbes Robertson. Brightest orange; pointed petals; most taking. 4 feet. 25 cts. 3 2 Most abundant 735 Frau Hermina Marx. Most abundant ers medium, of the exact shade of La France rose,slightly changing flesh colorin the center. $1. 765 Friedhoffsinspector Kittel. The fine rolled- petaled flowers appear in great abundance on long stems way above foliage. Color a clear car- mine-pink. 40 cts. 780 Fusilier. A beautiful coral-pink, medium flower of perfect form; compact. 3 feet. 20 cts. 800 Gabriel. Soft, velvety crimson petals, tipped very deeply with pure white; petals very in- curved. 4% feet. 30 cts. 810 Galliard. Deep red, with fine petals, and a tend- ency to curve inward; very free. 3 feet. 20 cts. 820 General Buller. Rich, velvety crimson, nearly New, very black at base, with pure white tips; very effec- ~ tive and distinct. 4% feet. 35 cts. 822 Gen. French. A Cactus of wiry bushy growth, with flower-stem long, strong and erect; color a rich shade of terra-cotta. 3 feet. 25 cts. 825 Genista. Quite new. The ground color is amber, passing, toward the center of the flower, to gol- den yellow. Stems are very long and stiff. 4 feet. 35 cts. : 830 Geo. Gordon. Center clear yellow, shading to bronze toward the tips of the petals; a magnifi- cent flower. 4 feet. 25 cts. c New, 1904. Deep apricot-color at 850 Gladiator. the base of the petals, passing gradually toward the tips to a pretty shade of salmon-pink. The florets are very long, perfectly straight and quite narrow. Very free-blooming. 3% feet. 75 cts. 855 Gloriosa. Finest crimson, of true cactus form and much twisted. 30 cts. 870 Goldfinch. A beautiful yellowish buff, with pink center; a lovely combination of color and splen- did-shaped flowers. 5 feet. 30 cts. goo Gudrun. Flowers early and free, comes on long stems above foliage, clear soft pink, with sub- dued yellow center, true cactus form. $1. S New, 1905. Color vivid 925 Harbor Light. orange-red, shading off to flame at the points; very striking, free and dis- tinct. 4 feet. 40 cts. 935 Harzer Kind. Soft rose, free-blooming, very attractive. 20 cts. New, 1906. Absolutely distinct in for- 940 Havel. Be alee resembling very much a pond lily, even the petals are of the same make- up. Color a clear salmon with a more brilliant colored center; exceedingly free- blooming and fine for cutting. $1. 955 Heinrich Heine. Very unique in color; claret, with lighter tip. 40 cts. 106 5 OLD “oN LY W. CACTUS DAHLIAS, continued New, 1906. The outer petals are most 960 Helene. delicate pink, gradually changing to cream-yellow in the center. Flowers are borne on enormous long stems of wiry stiffness, and are produced in greatest abundance. The freest- blooming pink Cactus Dahlia. 3 feet. $1. New, 1905. The color of 965 Helen Stephens. the flower is a lovely soft yellow, with incurved florets, quite distinct with good habit. 50 cts. ‘ 975 Hereward. Pure white, striped and speckled with crimson; good habit and fine-shaped flow- ers. 50 cts. 980 Hero. Mahogany-red, shaded crimson; very free. 50 cts. ’ New, 1906. Lovely salmon-pink, 99° Herzeloide. with greenish yellow center, Florets are extremely long and hang downward. The formation of flower is distinct and exquisite, fine for exhibition. 4 feet. $r. Deep pure yellow; the oe H. F. Robertson. petals are extremely narrow their entire length, and form flowers of the finest Cactus type. 4 feet. 50 cts. to1o H. J. Jones. Delicate primrose in center, beau- tifully shading off to sweetest rosy pink. Blooms large and composed of the longest of petals, which are narrow from extreme tip to base. 4% feet. 50 cts. . Orange, tipped bright scarlet; Hee) Holsatia. Flowers are of fine exhibition size and always perfect. 35 cts. 1021 Honeysuckle. Amber-yellow, striped cerise, reverse of petal old-rose. 35 cts. 7 New, 1906. Brilliant scar- yaa H. Shoesmith. let-crimson ; the florets are very long and narrow, good size, graceful shape and every flower fine. 50 cts. 1030 H. W. Sillem. New, 1904. Vivid vermilion- scarlet, petals exceedingly narrow and long; flowers large, early and most suitable for exhibi- tion. 3 feet. 50 cts. 1035 Hypherion. Crimson-maroon, shaded purple. 25 cts. 1060 Totnes New, 1903. Yellow, buff ground, edged and tinted with palesalmon-rose ; large splendid shaped flower. 3% feet. 40 cts. 1065 Iceberg. New, 1903. Pretty ivory-white ; florets long and narrow. 40 cts. One of the best scarlet Cactus Dahlias; Hes Ignea. exhibition size ; the flowers are perfect, extremely double and the clearest shade of scarlet known in Dahlias; the shape of plant is more vine-like and distinct; this should be in every collection. $2. 1085 Imperator. Ruby-crimson, very large. A fine flower for exhibition; florets long and of good shape. 4 feet. 35 cts. =) New, 1906. An exquisite shade of rose- 1095 Iris. pink; flowers freely produced, but of drooping habit ; good for exhibition. $1.50. New, 1906. Long narrow petals; pik Ivanhoe. fine form and large-size flowers. The plants are dwarf and wiry-wooded and pro- duce exhibition blooms only. It is very early in flowering but the autumn blooms are as good as the first; the color is a deep but bright straw- color. $1. Among the best gar- 1105 James Robertson, {mons the best gar- large flowers are produced in the greatest abundance early and late; color a rich crimson- maroon. Every one who saw this variety last year was delighted with it. 50 cts. sca New, 1905. A fine exhibition BES J. B. Riding. variety. The petals are very long, narrow, full and beautifully incurved, forming a flower of the highest quality; color is rich yellow at base of petals, shading to a deep orange, tinged with apricot. 75 cts. W. Rawson & Co, 5 UNION STREET ~=— BOSTON, MASS. 1125 Jealousy. A beautiful rich yellow, quite distinct; florets very pointed. 4 feet. 25 cts. 1131 Jeannette. Yellow, reflexing shape, with nar- row florets; stiff stems. 50 cts. 1135 John Gilpin. Beautiful terra-cotta, good-sized flowers are produced in great numbers ; distinct shade of color. 50 cts. The finest dark Cactus eS) J. H. Jackson. Dahlia. Brilliant crimson- maroon, perfect flowers, with long, narrow pointed florets; early and free bloomer. 4 feet. 35 cts. 7 New, 1906. Delicate nar- 1160 Johannisfeuer. row pointed petals of deep, rich scarlet. 4 feet. $r. 1165 John Burns. Deep bright crimson, of graceful form. 3 feet. 35 cts. 1185 J. Weir Fife. Maroon, shaded blackish purple; fine shape. 3 feet. 35 cts. 1190 J. W. Wilkinson. A pleasing tint of deep red- dish plum-color; petals very long and narrow. 3 feet. 25 cts. 1200 Kathleen. Rich, deep orange; very large curved petals. Good for exhibition. 30 cts. 1210 Keynes White. Purest white, good large flower; early, compact. 2% feet. 15 cts each, $1.50 per doz. 1215 Khaki. A most beautiful Dahlia. yellow; very large. 3 feet. per doz. 7 g The queen of the Cactus Dah- 1260 Kriemhilde. lias. Flesh delicate pink, shad- ing to white in the center. A most decorative variety for cutting; lasts well when cut. 4 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. 1280 Lauretta. New, 1904. Yellow ground, deeply edged rosy red; quite distinct in color. Flowers of good size and very refined shape; fine habit. 4 feet. 50 cts. 1285 Laverstock Beauty. Soft vermilion-scarlet. 3 feet. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. Fawn and 50 cts. each, $5 Lucifer (See page 108) 107 CACTUS DAHLIAS, continued 1305 Les Alliees. New, 1905. The most intensely colored, fancy Cactus Dahlia. White striped rose and purple. 4 feet. 50c. each, $5 per doz. 7 Lovely rosy carmine, with deep 1315 Liberty. Braces of maroon; similar in shape to Loyalty. 50 cts. 1325 Lord Alverstone. Rich carmine, shaded rosy crimson ; long, narrow, pointed petals, fine cen- ter; every bloom fit for exhibition. Free-flow- ering on long, stiff, wiry stems. 4 feet. 30 cts. 1330 Lord of the Manor. New, 1905. Fiery scarlet, base golden yellow; refined flower. 3 feet. 75c. 1340 Loreley. Delicate rose, shaded white toward the center; pleasing color. 4 feet. 20 cts. Lovely amber-col- 735° Loveley Eynsford. ored ae distinct and striking color, very bright and effective. 4ft. 50c. 1355 Loyalty. Elegant, bright coral-red. 3 feet. 25c. Master Carl : The largest bronze-colored Cactus ie Lucifer. Dahlia, a real monster in size. The only large Cactus Dahlia, which at the same time is free-blooming. Was one of the twenty- four varieties which won first prize in Boston, September, 1907. $3. 1375 Lyrie. Deep bronzy-red, the base of the petals to about one-third of their length of a beautiful greenish yellow color. 25 cts. 1380 Mabel Needs. Carmine,shaded crimson. 3 ft. 35c. 1385 Mabel Tulloch. A beautiful, clear rosy pink, with narrow petals, incurving regularly; very pleasing. 3 feet. 50 cts. 1395 Major Weston. Fine bold flowers of rich, deep crimson, with beautiful, velvety gloss; excellent for exhibltion. 3 feet. 25 cts. 1397 Manxman. Soit scarlet, shaded orange, purplish tips. 25 cts. 1403 Mars. Soft crimson, covered with a silky sheen. 4 feet. 30 cts. 1410 Mary Service. Pinkish heliotrope, shading to yellow in the center. 3 feet. 20 cts. ) Arlington Grown Plants es RAWSON’S See y ML “SELECTED BULBS A gigantic Dahlia of perfect 1415 Master Carl. form and bright Ainbelicolor: This is one of the finest Dahlias in our collection. Immense petals of graceful curve. 4 feet. 75 cts. 1425 Maurice S. Walsh. Clear yellow in the center, fading to reddish salmon in the tips; incurved petals. 4 feet. 35 cts. 1427 Mavis. Salmon and yellow, large flower. 3 feet. 50 cts. 1435 Mayor Tuppeny. Distinct color, yellow shaded fawn, outer petals tipped crimson; long petals. 4 feet. 4o cts. 1475 Minnie West. New, 1903. Yellow, passing to white at the tips; a large flower with long flo- rets, curved inward. 4 feet. 50 cts. 7 S New, 1905. Color 1480 Miss Dorothy Oliver. Bees at base, fading gradually to white at the ends of the long, narrow petals, which are also pointed green. This shading gives the flower a distinct and lovely appearance. The bloom is large and full. 3% feet. 75 cts. 1482 Miss Grace Cook. A beautiful shade of rose, with light center. 3% feet. 35 cts. New, 1907. In 552 Mme. Henry Cayeux. o1"'.cmation it is the finest Cactus Dahlia introduced for the last five years. The enormous long, narrow petals are beautifully arranged and form a most exquisite flower; the color a bright pink, with white tip. We recommend this variety to every one who wishes something exceedingly fine. $3.50. 1575 Monarch. A large and beautiful Cactus, with claw-like incurved petals; orange-red, tipped with lavender ; quite showy. 50 cts. New, 1905. A truly magnifi- 1585 Mont Blanc. cent pure white Cactus Dah- lia, without even the faintest tinge of green and of most perfect form. The petals are long, narrow and slightly incurved, altogether of ex- quisite beauty. Early and free. 5 feet. 50 cts. 1587 Mrs. A. Peart. Ivory-white; a graceful flower ; free and constant bloomer. 3 feet. 25 cts. 1600 Mr. Seagrave. Purplish rose, shading to red; distinct and pretty. 4 feet. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. 1620 Mrs. A. F. Perkins. This is a distinct and beautiful variety. Received prizes wherever exhibited. Color lovely sulphur-yellow, every floret tipped with pure white; true cactus shape, constant and free-blooming; Quantity very limited. 4 feet. 75 cts. 1640 Mrs. Carter Page. A beautiful distinct flower, rich velvety crimson, with a faint tinge of yel- low at the base of each floret. 4 feet. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz. S In certain ways the best 1645 Mrs. Clinton. Cactus Dahlia. Large per- fect blooms appear during the entire season, often 25 on one bush. Everybody fell in love with it when discovered at our farm. Color a deep orange-yellow at the base of petals, shad- ing off to pale salmon-red at points. 3 feet. 5o0c. 1660 Mrs. DeLuca. Remarkably free-flowering vari- ety. Color beautiful rich shading of yellow and orange, a lovely blending of tints. 3% feet. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz. 1680 Mrs. Ed. Mawley. Clear yellow, large, full flower, with long petals of slight incurve ; excel- lent for exhibition. 4% feet. 25 cts. c New, 1906. A deep 1682 Mrs. F. Grinsted. F. Grinsted. rich crimson, with just a suspicion of purplish shading; of the finest incurved type. A splendid exhibition flower, and come erect on very strong stems. $1.50. 1681 Mrs. Geo. Stevenson. N¢w, 1906. This most chaste and perfect flowers; blooms are large, with very long and narrow petals on wiry stems, well above foliage and freely pro- duced; color a sparkling bright yellow. $1.50. 108 CACTUS DAHLIAS, continued 1688 Mrs. H. J. Jones. Scarlet, edged cream and heavily striped with white. 40 cts. 1690 Mrs. H. L. Brousson. Delicate salmon on a pale yellow ground. Blooms are large and per- fect shape. 3 feet. 50 cts. 1700 Mrs. J. J Crowe. Clear yellow; fine habit and form. 20 cts. 1705 Mrs. J. P. Clark. Buff and rosy peach, tips pure white. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. The most beautiful Dah- a0 Mrs. J. P. Mace. lia for cutting. The best and finest-shaped blush-pink variety. Its color is so delicate and pleasing that it must be seen to be appreciated. $1. 1713 Mrs. J. W. Wilkinson. Very large flower of deep rosy pink petals; very long and incurving. 50 cts. 120 Mrs. Macmillan. ening to a beautiful deep pink at tips; size gigantic; plants robust; flower-stem long and strong; a grand reliable exhibition variety. $1.50. 1725 Mrs. Mortimer. Rich terra-cotta, distinct and fine; petals beautifully curled and twisted. 3% feet. 25 cts. 1750 Mrs. Winstanley. Soft scarlet, shading to yel- low in the center, free and continuous bloomer. 2% feet. 20 cts. New, 1905. An extra 1755 Mrs. W. Marshall. fine large flower, with nicely pointed petals; color a soft pink, the basal petal deeper in tint and large creamy white center, carried on long stems well out from the foliage. 75 cts. 1800 Neck. A Lilliput Cactus. 18 inches. Completely covered with small but perfect, dark crimson flowers. 75 cts. New, 1906. A break among Cactus 1803 Nelson. Dahlias; the flowers are large and very freely produced on long stems; the petals are long, very narrow and curl in most elegant manner; color rich crimson, shad- ing to bright rose. $1.50. New, 1907. White in Mrs. Clinton (See page 108) center, gradually deep- | Ser W.W. Rawson & Co, 5 UNION STREET S=— BOSTON, MASS. Mrs. J. P. Mace 1820 Night. Intense deep maroon, almost black; a great favorite for all purposes. 3 feet. 20 cts. 1825 Nil Desperandum. Orange and red, beauti- fully shaded; large petals, peculiarly twisted and curved; unique. 75 cts. 1842 Octopus. Extremely large and well tapered petals; pure white, with a slight tinge of laven- der near tips. 35 cts. 1845 Oda. Brilliant amethyst-violet, a distinct and pretty color. Flowers are always perfect and produced freely on long stems. 50 cts. 1855 Olive. Cerise suffused salmon-pink. 25 cts. 1860 Oliver Twist. The most incurved variety in existence. Rich crimson-scarlet petals, finely twisted. 50 cts. 1862 Olivette. A pleasing shade of orange-scarlet. 35c. 1865 Ophella. Bright cerise, of pleasing form. 25 cts. 1870 Orion. Distinct shade of rosy mauve; plant dwarf, early, constant and bearing erect, long, stiff stems. 3 feet. 50 cts. New, 1905. A rosy pearly pink, each ue) Pearl. petal tipped with pearly white, lighting up the flower ina most lovely manner. 60 cts. New, 1907. One of the finest 1918 Persephone. garden Dahlias, or for cutting in Sept. or Oct. Color creamy white. $1.50. 1925 Phimeas. Crimson-scarlet, the base of the petals shaded orange; a large, bold flower with long, brilliant colored petals; fine habit. 3% ft. 5oc. C New, 1906. Beautiful fresh 1930 Pink Pearl. pink, shading to white in the center. Created a sensation in Marblehead. Flowers perfect and large. 3 feet. 75 cts. 7 7 New, 1906. A_ lovely 1935, Pink Perfection, rose-pink flower of large size, with very long, narrow petals of the finest Cactus type. Acolor that is much wanted and admired by every one. 2/4 feet. $1. 1960 Premier. Bright crimson-scarlet; a very full and finely-shaped flower, with very narrow, incurved petals; flowers of good form. 3% feet. 50 ets. 7 New, 1906. Color a pleasing light 1965 Primrose. sulphur - yellow; quite distinct ; good formed flowers, erect habit and free-flow- ering. 50 cts. 1967 Primrose Pearl. A perfected form of a Cactus Dahlia, the long, narrow petals are placed in such perfect regularity that nothing could be improved upon; color, soft primrose. 75 cts. 1975 Prince of Orange. Yellow, shading to deep orange or old-gold; straight, narrow petals; distinct and free-flowering. 4 feet. 35 cts. 109 CACTUSZDAHLIAS, continued 1980 Princess. Deep lilac-pink; long, narrow petals, beautifully incurved; large and free. 4 feet. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz. 1985 Princess Use. Brilliant rose, slightly edged white; outer petals slightly incurved, inner pet- als meeting close at center. 2% feet. 20 cts. 1995 Progenitor. Cinnabar-red; petals excurved and slightly split at the ends, giving the flower a peculiar appearance. 3 feet. 20 cts. Lilliput? Cactus. Only 18 inches high ee Puck. and poterea with a multitude of orange- scarlet perfect Cactus Dahlia flowers. 75 cts. New, 1904. Color a 2070 Queen Alexandra. fe tiifal inixture ot soft salmon and pinks; a lovely variety and dis- tinct from all others, extremely free-flowering. 3 feet. 75 cts. S New, 1904. Soft pink, somewhat 7030 Rainbow. paler in the center; florets long and inclined to curve. 4% feet. 50 cts. 2040 Raymond Parks. Rich, deep crimson flower; petals large and beautifully incurved. 3% feet. 30 cts. = 2043 Red Cap. Refined vivid crimson-scarlet. 30 cts. 2045 Red Rover. Brilliant scarlet, very large flower. 35 cts. = j New, 1906. Pure deep 2075 Ritter Blaubart. violet, a most unique shade. Plants grow but 2 feet high and produce an unlimited quantity of perfect flowers way in- to late fall. $1. New, 2080 Roland von Berlin. Aa wee scarlet Cactus Dahlia. Bushes grow 2% feet high and throw their brilliant scarlet flowers at least a full foot above the foliage. The individ- ual clear flower-stem often measures 18 inches. Excellent for cutting. $1.50. = One of the best Cactus 2085 Rosea Superba. Dahlias for cutting; the massive flowers are borne in great profusion, a single flower on a stiff erect stem. Flowers are quite large, perfect and of a lovely rose-color. 35c. 1906. Un- WL Oliver Twist (See page 109) => RAW SONS === Pl ar) PSS SS i Spotless Queen (See page 111) 2095 Rosine. A beautiful rose-color, very brilliant and distinct from all other varieties, with very large and magnificent flowers. 3 feet. 50 cts. 2100 Rosy Morn. New, 1905. A large flower of ex- cellent form and very constant. In color it is peach-blossom, somewhat paler in tint toward the base. 4 feet. 75 cts. 2115 Ruby. Rich ruby-red. 25 cts. 2145 Sandpiper. Scarlet, shaded orange; extremely long, narrow petals, perfect center. 4 feet. 5oc. 2160 Schneewittchen. New, 1904. The finest pure white Cactus Dahlia. Flowers are of medium size and are borne on long stems, but the spe- cial value of this variety is, that it produces its flowers in greatest abundance, while most of the white varieties are shy bloomers. 3 feet. 50 cts. A magnificent variety for 2165 Schone Else. cutting or garden decoration ; bearing flowers on extreme long stems, the plants attain a height of 4% feet. Flowers are perfect, pure white, with a slight tint of laven- der-rose. 75 cts. New, 1907. Absolutely the largest 2175 Schwan. and mete neneey and besides the only free-blooming pure white Cactus Dahlia in existence. The giant flowers are of glistening white and by their narrow twisted petals have an elegance which has not been approached by any other variety. Flowers appear quite early and continue in such profusion that the foliage is almost hidden with flowers. Stems averag- ing 15 inches carry the flowers far above the foliage. Do not be without this splendid noy- elty. $2. 2200 Sheriff Henderson. Bright rosy salmon; florets nicely twisted; large. Fine for exhibition. 5oc. 2202 Shrewsbury. A lovely primrose-yellow, with very long pointed florets growing on stiff up- right stems. 50 cts. s : New, 1906. A most valuable 2294 Sidney Milk. garden variety; in color a deep orange-red, in habit wiry, the stems carry- ing the flowers well above the foliage. 50 cts. 110 Oot ONLY BY CACTUS DAHLIAS, continued 2205 Siegfried. Pure white. One ofthe best. Elegant form and very floriferous. 3 feet. 30 cts. 2210 Sieglinde. Bright amber, slightly overtinged soft pink. A perfect shape and good size; very early. 3 feet. 20 cts. a New, 1906. A very distinct dwarf ene. Signal. variety, suitable in every way for border work. Height 3 feet. Very free, long- stemmed flowers, large and beautifully formed; color a bright signal-red. 75 cts. ; 2217 Sir A. Milner. Bright orange-red. 25 cts. 2220 Sirius. New, 1904. Bright golden yellow ground, heavily striped with scarlet, large and good; florets long and narrow. 4 feet. 75 cts. 2240 Sonnenstrahlen. Beautiful canary-yellow, with pure white tips. An exquisite flower of good shape. 2% feet. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. T. G. Baker 2250 Spotless Queen. Pure white; blooms are freely produced and of medium size. Excellent for cutting. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. 2255 Standard Bearer. A medium-sized flower of brightest scarlet. Its great quality isits freedom of flowering. 4 feet. 20 cts. 2265 Starfish. Rich, bright scarlet, splendid cactus shape, every bloom perfect. 35 cts. 2270 Stella. Rich, vivid crimson: long, but gracefully curled petals. Strong grower, free-blooming. 4 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. 2280 Sternschnuppe. New, 1905. Old-gold; a most distinct and handsome Dahlia; large flower. 3 feet. 50 cts. 2285 Success. Salmon-red, tipped orange. 5octs. 2290 Sweetheart. New, 1905. Beautiful salmon petals; yellow at the base; unique in appearance; ex- cellent form and size, 3 feet. 75 cts, Ww.W.Kawson & Co, 5S UNION STREET S=— BOSTON, MASS. 2295 Sweet Nell. A deep pink, bold flower, the cen- tral florets paler than the outer; a most distinct variety. 3 feet. 75 cts. 2310 Sylph. A most tender lilac, a delicate shade; large flowers. 3 feet. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. New, 1907. The finest yel- 2350 T. G. Baker. low Cactus for the exhibition: table. Narrow, long incurved petals form a per- fection in flower, which is sublime. Flowers: often measure 7 inches across. Color clear yel- low. $2.50. i 5 New, 1906. A beautiful combi- 2375 The Pilot. nation of colors. Theextremities of the florets are bright terra-cotta, passing to: deep yellow at the base. The blooms are borne erectly upon stout foot-stalks, well above the foliage. Received more awards in England than any other variety ever introduced. 4 feet. 75c. . New, 1905. A magnifi- 2385 Thomas Parkin. cent flower of the best form and refined type; petals of the narrowest, and very incurved. The blooms are of great depth and remain in perfect condition for a long time. The color is a uniform light terra-cotta. 3 feet. 75 cts. S 3 Clear bright orange-scarlet. On eo Thuringia. account ‘of its great size it is usually among the prize-winners at exhibitions. 50 cts. 2435 True Friend. Dark velvety crimson; free-blooming and constant. 35 cts. 2445 Unele Tom. Darkest crimson-ma- roon, almost black ; long, wiry stems carry blooms erect. 3 feet. 20 cts. 2450 Up-to-Date. Soft crimson-pink,tinted purple; perfect shape. 3 feet. 35c. 2475 Vesta. A beautiful pink flower, paler toward the center; of good cactus shape, having long, narrow petals; good size. 3 feet. 30 cts. 2480 Vesuvius. Yellow, striped and speckled crimson; most pleasing effect. 2% feet. 4o cts. s . New.1906. The 2490 Victorian. ground color is pink- ish-white, freely striped and speck- led with deep crimson and purple. $1. 2495 Victor von Scheffel. Blooms of medium size; color, a most delicate flesh-pink, shading to purest white in the center; inner petals dis- tinctly edged; flowers are borne on long stems. 3 feet. 30 cts. 2510 Violetta. New, 1904. Violet-rose, flushed with crimson. A good flower, with petals narrow and tapering. 3 feet. 5octs. 2515 Viscountess Sherbrooke. Bright reddish terra- cotta, suffused with apricot, very free-flowering and dwarf in habit. 2% feet. 35 cts. 2525 Volker. Exquisite golden yellow flowers of immense long, narrow petals, giving the ap- pearance of a bright glowing star. 4 feet. 25 cts. 2565 W.B. Child. Blackish maroon, shaded purple, arich color; good-sized flower and elegant shape. 35 cts. 2580 W. E. Dickson. A large exhibition flower, with good petal and center; color bright crimson; stem long and strong. 60 cts. 2605 White Lady. New, 1906. Pure white, the plants were laden with handsome flowers all through a long season and were much admired. 75 cts. 2614 Winnie Walters. A most beautiful pale yellow flower tipped with white; very narrow, elegant petals, with habit of growth all that can be de- sired, throwing well above the foliage on long stiff stalks. 35 cts. 2615 Winsome. Pure white, incurved flower of most delicate appearance. 3 feet. 35 cts. 2616 Wisdom. A soft shade of rosy pink, perfectly distinct in color and form. 35 cts. 2618 Wm. Cuthbertson. Bright rich crimson-lake passing toward the tips cf the petals to bright carmine. 30 cts. 111 AWSON’S s—___~ SELECTED BULBS CACTUS DAHLIAS, continued 2620 Wm. Jowett. Brilliant scarlet. Flowers large and wellformed. Strong,robust grower. 3 ft. 35c. S New, 1907. A companion to AEH Wunderkind. Countess of Lonsdale ; when the plants are in full bloom foliage cannot be seen. We counted 142 perfect flowers on one plant at one time; the flower itself is of a most exquisite color, salmon- yellow, overlaid with amethyst; flowers are borne on long stems and are excellent for cutting. $1. 2675 Zaunkoenig. Lilliput Cactus. 18 in. high, liter- ally packed with small but perfect flowers bril- liant carmine. 75 cts. 2680 Zephyr. A distinct shade of rosy pink, medium- sized flower of perfect shape. 3 feet. 25 cts. 2685 Zoe. Pure white, center greenish white, large full flowers, with long narrow slightly incurved pet- als carried on very long stiffupright stems. 75c. DECORATIVE DAHLIAS This is a type which in course of a few years will outrival the Cactus type. The massive, gigantic flow- ers are very loosely formed, have broad, long-pointed petals, and give in whole a striking appearance. In size they cannot be equaled and for decorative purpose they are unexcelled. Our Own Introductions of 1907 have proven that we have not misjudged their superior qualities. At our Dahlia Farm every visitor when asked which he considered the best Dahlias in our collection invariably selected our own introduc- tions. At many of the exhibits where we staged them, they were the sole attraction. From allover the country we have received advance orders, and to secure these W. W. Rawson valuable novelties it is advisable to order early. This variety isa 3000 W. W. Rawson. veritable king among Dahlias. Foliage and flowers are absolutely distinct. The foliage is rich and luxuriant and of a bright green. The massive, perfect but graceful flow- ers, which often measure 7 inches in diameter, are borne on stiff erect stems 15 inches and longer. The petals toward the center are quilled similar to Grand Duke Alexis, toward the outer part they are more openand flat. The entire flower is absolutely perfect in outline and for- mation. The color is pure white overlaid with amethyst-blue; this wonderful com- bination gives it the appearance of a deli- cate lavender. Strong field roots. $2. 3600 Mrs. Stuyvesant Fish. one The first Decorative Dahlia of this color; the flower is gigantic, often 7 inches in diameter, perfect in formation, very double; petals are medium broad and gracefully curved. The plants grow 4 feet high and with fair treatment produce masses of flowers quite early in the sea- son. The unusual heavy demand for this variety leaves our stock extremely limited. Strong field-grown roots, $5. = To our knowledge the 3200, Fireburst. largest Decorative Dahlia ever offered. It is a seedling of Le Colosse; has broader and longer petals, is more flatly built, but a far more intense scarlet, slightly shaded orange, and pro- duces specimens which measure 8 inches and over Flowers are borne apart from foliage; a great value. It is absolutely distinct, and must be considered a great novelty. 5 ft. Strong field-grown roots. $2. WE ARE HEADQUARTERS FOR DAHLIAS Soe ONLY BY SN Flora Decorative Dahlia DECORATIVE DAHLIAS, continued Of medium size; petals 3200 The North Shore. are broad at base, but taper to a very sharp point; flowers 5 inches across, rich maroon, tipped scarlet; a distinct color. The formation is perfect and very double. A most valuable point is the erectness of flower and stem; excellent for cuttittg. A collection of Decorative Dahlias is not complete without this variety. 4 feet. On account of the enorm- ous advance sale of this novelty, we can- not accept any more orders for 1908, but will be glad to book orders now for de- livery 1909 at $5 each. GENERAL COLLECTION 3000 Alphonse Isore. Rich garnet with violet on reflexed side of petals; medium large flower on long stem in great abundance the entire season. 75 cts. o Clear scarlet, a 3000 Auguste Nonin. Ean aes flower borne abundantly always above the foliage. Flowers are always perfect. $1. 3100 Beauty of Brentwood. Violet-red, me- dium large, compact and free-blooming. 50 cts. Well named, gro Beauty of Kent. {Vell named, form, color and appearance. Deep crim- son-red, with distinct pure white tips; most effective and at once catches the eye; free-blooming and fairly large. 75c. 3125 Black Knight. Deep purple- maroon, loose form, dwarf in growth. 20 cts. 3130 Blue Oban. The nearest approach to a blue Decorative Dahlia. A clear lavender- blue. 35 cts. 3a Adwarf, bushy plant, attain- 315° Camellia. ing a height of 2% feet with small but prolific foliage and myriads of medium-sized perfect flowers of a cop- pery orange. The shape of the flower is just like a camellia and lasts well when. cut. $1. w.wW. aWwsON & Co, oN Bos TON, MASS. o The Dahlia of Newport. GUED Catherine Duer. For effect in artificial light after being cut, there is hardly another variety which has more brilliancy; a giant flower borne erect on erect stems with its deep rich glowing red is most effective. 50 cts. o New. The finest pink-colored Deco- 3180 Delice. rative Dahlia, excellent in form, per- fect in type, superb yet delicate in coloring it must appeal at once to every lover of flowers. Color bright pink suffused with a lavender pink. $1. 3185 Edith Worth. A combination of red and yellow, often mixed on the same petal, loose open flower; very odd. 75 cts. 3187 Eureka. Pink, with white center; medium large, but extremely free-blooming; good for cut- ting. 20 cts. 3190 Feuerregen (Fire Rain). A_ brilliant scarlet flower borne on long erect stems, most valu- able for cutting or garden decoration. 50 cts. 1 A most striking variety on account S20 Firefly. of its color, fiery orange-scarlet, with distinct white tips. $1. 3220 Fire King (Glare of the Garden). Fiery scarlet, rather small-flowering. 20 cts. One of the most refined white flowers, 3227 Flora. The pure glistening white is not dis- turbed by the least suggestion of green; the flowers are always perfect, borne on extreme long, erect stems and literally cover the 5-foot plant over its entire surface. 75 cts. 3240 Gettysburg. A heavy flower of bright, deep scarlet. 25 cts. ; ‘ Its name suggests the size; truly 3250 Gigantea. gigantic and massive in form. The individual petals are short and it requires many to form such a monstrous flower. Color a soft sulphur-yellow, distinct and attractive. $1. ae Fireburst Decorative Dahlia (see page 112) 113 rlin glon Grow) Planls =) a earn DECORATIVE DAHLIAS, continued 3275 Henry Patrick. A superb pure white. 25 cts. 3300 Jacques Welker. Magnificent clear mauve; large flower. 35 cts. 5 A giant in size, extremely $305 Jean Burel. double, thick-petaled and built high. Perfect flowers appear in constancy and are effective and excellent for cutting. Color a brilliant nasturtitim-red. 75 ets. aD | ~*~ § —- New, 1905. One of sso Jeannie Charmet. f.%hiest Decorative Dahlias: A Seedling of Mme. Van den Dael: The flowers measure 8 inches across and are borne on stiff, wiry stems, often 18 inches long. The exquisite flowers are pink at the €dges, pure white toward the center and light yellow at the margins. $r. 3325 John H. Roach. Deép yellow, long petals. 20 cts. One of the best for cut-flowers ; 3335 Jumbo. stout stems averagé 26 inches ; flowers are deep crimson, élegant in form and most decorative in a vase; very free- blooming. 75 cts. One of 3350 Kaiserin Augusta Victoria. 0"° Planfs SS BEST SELECTION Foxgloves and Sweet Williams Rawson’s Selected Plants for the Garden At our greenhouses and nursery at Arlington, we handle, annually, enormous quantities of plants of all kinds. Our facilities for growing and handling both bedding and hardy plants are unsurpassed, and we feel confident of satisfying the most critical of our customers. On the following pages we have selected, with great care, a complete assortment of the most desirable plants. for the garden. We wish to call especial attention to our lists of Hardy Roses, Hardy Perennials and Bedding Plants, as we believe we list as select an assortment as can be found. WE WILL GUARANTEE all plants sent by express to arrive safely and in good condition. If goods are not satis-~ factory when received by our customers, we would earnestly request them to return them at once, at our expense, and notify us, using special care, in'every case, to give us a list of what items are damaged, so that we can replace them without delay. If not notified within 10 days from the receipt of goods, we shall consider them to be satis- factory, and our responsibility ceases. Plants not sent by express are at the risk of the purchaser. The low ex- press rates for plants now in vogue recommend that method of shipping as especially desirable. WE PREFER TO SHIP all plants by express, thereby insuring proper packing. All roses, palms, ferns and shrubby plants that we send out are too large to send by mail, therefore we ship them only by express or freight, the purchaser paying transit. This is cheaper for the customer in the end, for the plants are of good size and properly packed. We make no charge for packing-cases or packages. Every order will be acknowledged on re- ceipt, and goods will be shipped immediately unless notified otherwise. ROSES IN POTS IN ORDER TO ACCOMMODATE THOSE OF OUR CUSTOMERS WHO FIND IT INCONVENIENT TO PLANT ROSES BEFORE THE MIDDLE OF MAY, AND TO ASSURE SAFETY IN TRANSPLANTING AFTER THAT DATE, WE OFFER STRONG, POT-GROWN PLANTS OF THOSE VARIETIES MARKED (*), EXCEPT TEA ROSES AND RAMBLERS, AT 50 CTS. EACH, $5 PER DOZ., $35 PER 100. TEA ROSES AND RAMBLERS, 75 CTS. EACH, $7.50 PER DOZ. SOLD ONLY 5 UNION STREET BY ~— BOSTON, MASS. W.W. Rawson & Co. ROSES The Roses listed on the following pages are the very best that can be selected from their various classes. Most of the varieties we have grown especially for us in England, where great care is taken to have them true to name and of strong and vigorous growth. These varieties, especially the Hybrid Perpetuals, we know from careful observation to be the cream of those especially adapted for our climate. During the past few years our Rose trade has increased wonderfully, which, in itself, is evidence of the superior quality of the plants that we NEW ROSES DEAN HOLE. A beautiful silvery carmine Hybrid Tea Rose, shaded salmon. Absoluely distinct and rich golden yellow anthers. Remains in bloom a long time. A vigorous grower and a great acquisi- by far the choicest of its color. Very free-bloomer, with large flowers of great substance and fine form. A variety of great excellence and valuable for garden decoration or exhibition. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. MADAME JULES GRAVEREAUX. A new dwarf Rose, with beautiful deep yellow flowers, cen- ter rosy peach; buds very long and pointed. A re- markable free bloomer and promises to become one of our best garden roses. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. CONRAD FERDINAND MEYER. For a garden Rose this variety of Rugosa is unsurpassed. Enor- mous flowers of a clear silvery rose and borne in the greatest profusion ; buds finely formed. Remarkable for its fragrance and vigorous growth. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. HARDY CLIMBING ROSES *HIAWATHA. A new rambling variety of great beauty, bearing large trusses of single deep crimson flowers, shading to almost white in the center with tion to this class. Strong plants, $1.50. *LADY GAY. A wonderful new climbing Rose, re- sembling the Crimson Rambler in habit and general effect. The flowers in the bud are soft cherry-pink, fading to a soft white as the flower opens, making a most beautiful contrast. A very vigorous grower, perfectly hardy and delicately fragrant. Strong field-grown, flowering plants, $1; extra strong field grown plants, $1.50. DEBUTANTE. A distinct acquisition to the rambler class. Flowers borne in clusters of a most beautiful soft pink. Very double and fragrant. Foliage dark green and glossy. Blooms freely in-July, also in September and October. Strong, field-grown, flower- ing plants, $1; extra strong field-grown plants, $1.50. SWEETHEART. Very large double flowers, bright pink in the bud and turning to white when flower is fully expanded. Deliciously fragant. Dark glossy green foliage. Strong field-grown, flowering plants, $1; extra strong field-grown plants, $1.50. HYBRID PERPETUALS These are strong, field-grown, flowering plants, and can be sent only by express or freight, and must not be compared wlth the small plants from pots that are usually sent by mail. They are worked low on Manetti stock and will bloom first season of planting. In planting worked Roses, have the budded part set 2 or 3 inches below the surface of the ground, and the soil pressed firmly about the stem. By bringing the budded part above the surface, the plant is liable to winter- kill; this is the cause of a great deal of the loss from worked plants. For winter protection, draw the soil about 1 foot high about the plants, or even more if convenient. Manure can be put on for additional protection. It need! not be rotted; green manure will answer just as well, and can be covered under in spring. The Boston Collection of Hybrid Perpetual Roses 12 CHOICE HARDY ROSES The following 12 varieties are selections of the best known Roses of today, having been thoroughly tried in this latitude and found all that the most critical grower could demand, and embraces a great variety of colors. Price for extra-strong 2-year-old plants, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz., $20 per 100, or set of 12 for $3 *ALFRED COLOMB. Rich red, very large and globular, free-blooming and fragrant. A grand Rose for the garden. *xBARONESS ROTHSCHILD. Very beauti- ful pale rose; superb form; splendid foliage. One of the handsomest popular Roses. Ex- cellent late variety. *DUKE OF EDINBURGH. Very bright ver- milion, extra large and full. A distinct-and splendid variety. *FRAU KARL DRUSCHKI. Undoubtedly the finest pure white Rose in existence. Color a pure snow-white, very long buds, shell- shaped petals opening to very large flowers. A continuous and exceedingly free bloomer. A variety regarded as first-class in every respect. Frau Karl Druschki 121 z "SURAWSON'S aS Pla is een SELECTION HYBRID PERPETUAL ROSES, continued *LA FRANCE. Flowers large and beautiful either in bud form or when expanded; peach-blossom color, shaded pink and silvery rose. It is very free- blooming, every shoot forming a beautiful flower and most deliciously fragrant. *“MERVEILLE DE LYON. A beautiful white va- riety, with center slightly tinted a rosy peach. A grand full cup-shaped flower. *MME. GABRIEL LUIZET. Light silvery pink: grand flower; free bloomer; fragrant ; hardy plant. One of the best. =MRS. JOHN LAING. Soft pink; large, fine form; a good grower ; abundant bloomer late in the season. *MRS. R. G. SHARMAN-CRAWFORD. Clear rosy pink, the outer petals shaded with pale flesh. Very free-flowering, and one of the best Roses for all purposes. *PAUL NEYRON. The largest-flowered in cultiva- tion, and one of the most prolific bloomers; color deep, clear rose; very fresh and attractive. The plant is an exceptionally good grower. *PRINCE CAMILLE DE ROHAN. Deep velvety crimson-maroon, full and of superb form. Gener- ally considered to be the best of the dark Roses. =ULRICH BRUNNER. Cherry-crimson; large size; fine form; effective in the garden or for exhibition ; a good forcing Rose; semi-double; it seems proof against mildew and rust; it blooms early and con- tinuously. Standard List of Hybrid Perpetuals Charta Strong 2-year-old plants, purchaser’s selection from the fol- lowing, at 30 cts. each, $3 per doz., $20 per 100. Set of 16 varieties for $4 American Beauty. Deep brilliant pink, shaded to- ward the center with rich carmine-crimson. Captain Christy. Delicate fleshy white with darker center. Very large and full; splendid foliage. A continuous bloomer. Captain Hayward. Scarlet-crimson; long, smooth petals; of good form, large and very sweet-scented. Charles Lefevre. Fine, brilliant velvety crimson, very large, double, and of superb form. Must take rank as one of the best of its color. Dupuy Jamain. A distinct Rose, very beautiful and most reliable. Bright cerise, large and of fine form. *Earl of Dufferin. Rich velvety crimson, shaded with maroon; large, finely shaped flower. «General Jacqueminot. Too well-known to require lengthy description. It still holds first place among the dark red Roses, and is one of the most satisfac- tory to grow. A mass of bloom when at its best. Helen Keller. Rosy cerise; large shell-shaped pet- als of great substance ; large, full flowers; very free- blooming and an excellent show Rose. John Hopper. A distinct variety of very easy culture. Color is a bright rose, the reverse of the petals being a pale lilac. Very large and double. “Magna Charta. A general favorite, prized on account of its strong, upright growth and bright, healthy fo- liage, as well as for its magnificent bloom. The color is beautiful bright pink. *Margaret Dickson. White, with pale flesh center ; _ petals very large and of great substance. *Marchioness of Londonderry. Ivory-white petals of great substance, shell-shaped and reflexed. Flow- ers of great size and perfect globular form. Marie Baumann. Soft carmine-red ; very large, full a BaF. and of perfect form. Free-blooming. Mrs. John Laing Mons. Boncenne. FA very popular old Rose of a velvety blackish crimson. Fine form and quite large. Senateur Vaisse. Fine dazzling red, large and double, of fine form. Very free bloomer. _ Victor Hugo. Brilliant crimson, shaded with purple, very glowing color. Large, well-formed flowers. 122 ONLY See Annie Muller, the Pink Baby Rambler A beautiful new Rose of the habit of Baby Rambler, with brilliant rose-colored flowers pro- duced in the greatest profusion. A splendid bed- ding variety, hardy and in bloom continuously throughout the summer. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Price, strong plants, Hybrid Tea-scented. Roses ‘This class is increasing in popularity every year and «deservedly so, for it furnishes some of the finest, most .constant and best varieties for exhibition and garden decoration. They are very early-flowering and bloom continuously through the summer, often lasting till November. Though not so hardy as the Hybrid Per- petuals, yet with good protection many of them will withstand our severest winters. Sirong 2-year-old plants of the following varieties: 40c. ea., $4 per doz., $25 per 100. Set of 15 varieties, $5 Amateur Teyssier. A very large, full flower of magnificent form. Color a beautiful saffron-yellow. Vigorous grower. Angel Peluffo. Flowers of exceptionally large size, and of the finest form. Color a beautiful fleshy pink with a deeper center. Very free-fluwering and robust grower. Antoine Rivoire. One of the finest hybrid teas, with full, large camellia-shaped flowers, rosy flesh and edged with deep carmine; base of petals a clear yellow, forming a most beautiful contrast. Betty. Large, full, perfectly formed flowers of a dis- tinct coppery rose, overlaid with golden yellow. A continuous bloomer, producing the finest flowers till late in the fall. Duchess of Albany. A beautiful deep pink- rose, similar in habit and form to La France. Flowers large, full and globular. Etoile de France. Velvety crimson, with red-cerise center. Fine long bud, coming singly on stiff, erect stems. Flowers are of fine substance and beautiful cupped form; very free-flowering. Florence Pemberton. A grand rose; awarded the gold medal from National Rose Society. A beautiful creamy white, suffused with light pink, edges of petals tinted peach. Flowers very large, borne profusely. *Gruss an Teplitz. One of the very best Roses for the garden. Bright crimson, with fiery red center; cupped-shaped, semi-double flowers in clusters ; very free-blooming and hardy. Kaiserin Augusta Victoria. A distinct and very beautiful variety. Cream, slightly shaded lemon, deeper in the center. Very fragant. Killarney. A lovely variety of great merit. Flesh, shaded white, suffused pale pink; long, pointed buds, opening to large flowers. Petals of great substance. La Tosca. Very large, full and well-formed. Color a delicate soft pink, suffused with rosy white. Very free-flowerer, early and late. *Liberty. Brilliant velvety crimson, finely-formed flowers of excellent size and substance. Very free- flowering and one of the best for cutting. Madame Abel Chatenay. Long-pointed buds; carmine-rose, shaded deep salmon; good-sized flow- ers and very fragrant. Madame Caroline Testout. A beautiful light salmon-pink, and one of the most satisfactory of this ‘class. Large, globular flowers; quite fragrant. *Viscountess Folkestone. One of the most attrac- tive of the Hybrid Teas; creamy pink, with salmon- pink center. Large, very free-flowering and early. w.wW.E aw so & Co BOSTON, MASS. 5 UNION STREET Tea-Scented This charming class is easily distinguished from the others by the peculiar and delightful fragrance of the flowers, and the beautiful foliage. All the different shades of vellow wanting in the Hybrid Perpetuals will be found in this class. Of great value either for pot culture or summer bedding out-of-doors. When planted outdoors a warm, sheltered location should be selected, and care taken that the soil should be well drained; it is often advantageous to mix leaf-mold with the soil. We recommend planting inraised beds. Strong 2-year- old plants of the following varieties at 50 cts each, $5 per doz. Set of 12 varieties for $5. *Anna Olivier. A strong grower and quite hardy for a Tea Rose. Rosy flesh and buff, quite variable. A charming sort either in the bud state or for show. *Corallina. Deep rosy crimson, specially beautiful in the bud state. Very free bloomer and exceedingly fragrant. *Lady Mary Corry. Deep golden yellow, blooms of fine size and perfectly formed. One of the choicest of its color. *Maman Cochet. One of the finest garden Roses in existence. A beautiful light pink, shaded with sal- mon-yellow, the outer petals splashed with bright rose. Very large and full. This variety is one of the most generally grown for exhibition purposes in this collection. Superior in every respect. Kaiserin Augusta Victoria 123 Planfs ~— RAWSON’S ~_ > SNL BEST SELECTION TEA-SCENTED ROSES, continued *Madame Falcot. A most abundant bloomer; deep apricot, charming in the bud state. *Marie Van Houtte. A very charming variety and quite hardy. Clear canary - yellow, with deeper center. The borders of the petals are tipped bright rose. Very large, full and finely formed. Free and continuous bloomer. *Mrs. Edward Mawley. A grand show and free- flowering garden variety. Pink, shaded salmon, with large, beautifully formed flowers of great substance. High-pointed center, large shell-like petals and very sweet-scented. “Mrs. B. R. Cant. Very free-flowering and especially attractive in the autumn. One of the most vigorous- growing Roses, with large, full, globular flowers, very sweet-scented. Color a deep rose, with inner petals a soft silvery rose, suffused with buff at the base. *Salmonea. Bright deep crimson, with light salmon center, forming a most beautiful and striking con- trast. Fine large flowers and very fragrant. *Souvenir de S. A. Prince. One of the best white Tea Roses. Very free-flowering and first-class in every respect. *Souvenir d’Un Ami. A splendid grower, with beau- tiful foliage and very free-flowering. Salmon, shaded rose, very large, double and of excellent form. *White Maman Cochet. Similar to Maman Cochet in form and habit. Flowers creamy white, faintly tinged blush. Long, pointed buds, opening to large flowers. *BABY RAMBLER A Wonderful New Rose One of the most valuable acquisitions in recent years. _ It is practically the famous Crimson Rambler in a ‘ dwarf form, and possessing the same qualifications as its predecessor; namely, its great profusion of rich crimson flowers in clusters; its hardiness and its ex- White Maman Cochet 124 Baby Rambler ceptional vigor of growth, succeeding in almost any location. But its principal claim of superiority is its remarkable continuity of bloom. With the Baby Ram- bler, Roses may be had from June till late frost, and it is well adapted for forcing and outdoor culture. Strong 2-year-old plants, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. ; extra-strong selected plants, 75 cts. to $1. Hardy Climbing Roses Dorothy Perkins. A new variety of Pink Rambler and rivaling the Crimson Rambler in vigor of growth and freedom of bloom. Countless clusters of double pink flowers of a most beautiful shade. Is very hardy. Strong, selected dormant plants, 5oc. ea., $5 per doz. *Crimson Rambler. The finest climbing Rose in ex- istence. Unequaled for hardiness, vigor of growth, profusion of bloom and brilliancy of color. Flowers are double, of a bright crimson and borne in immense clusters during Juneand July. Extra-strong, 2-year- old plants, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.; extra selected 3- to 4-year-old plants. 75 cts. to $1.50. Yellow Rambler. Of similar habit to the Crimson Rambler. Flowers are very double, of a decided yellow and very sweet-scented. The flowers are borne in immense clusters, there often being asmany 150 blooms in a cluster. Very hardy, standing our severest winters. Extra-strong, 2-year-old, field- grown plants, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz.; extra selected 3- to 4-year-old field-grown plants, 75 cts. to $1. White Rambler. Resembles the Yellow Rambler, excepting color, which is a pure white. Extra-strong 2-year-old plants, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. Pink Rambler. Like the white, this resembles the yellow, excepting as to color. Extra-strong 2-year- old plants. 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. Baltimore Belle. Blush, flowers in clusters. 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. c Carmine Pillar. Single flower, bright rosy carmine. A free bloomer, the flowers produced all up thestem. Especially good for pillars, arches, etc. 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. 5 UNION STREET S+=— BOSTON, MASS. Crimson ‘Rambler HARDY CLIMBING ROSES, continued *Gloire de Dijon. This handsome climbing Tea Rose is very large and double, buff, with orange center. Will keep in flower a long time and is very sweet- scented. Hardy with protection. Strong 2-year-old plants, 4o cts. each; extra-strong plants, $1 to $1.50 each. *Marechal Niel. A grand Rose. Bright, rich golden yellow in color, extra-large, full and fine form. The very finest yellow Rose in cultivation. Not hardy. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. Moss Roses Blanche Moreau. Pure white, large and full, perfect form. Flowers in clusters, perpetual blooming. Crested. Pale pink, very double, the edges of petals paler. ; Glory of Mosses. bloomer. Price of above, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. Pale rose, large, full and fine Rosa rugosa (Japan Rose) Excellent for. planting in shrubberies, as they make large bushes and the brilliant scarlet fruit-pods are very handsome and attractive. Conrad Ferdinand Meyer. See new Roses, page 121. Alba. Single pure white flowers, large and very sv eet. Rubra. Similar to the Alba in habit. Deep rose, shaded violet. Blane Double de Coubert. double. Mad. Georges Bruant. Large, semi-double, pure white. Price of above varieties, 30c, each, $3 per doz., $20 per 100 Purest paper-white; Austrian Briar Roses *Soleil d’Or. A recent introduction and indispensable where a hardy yellow Rose is desired. Color from orange-yellow to old-gold. Harrison Yellow. Golden yellow, semi-double. Persian Yellow. Very double and of deepest yellow. Price of above varieties, 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz. Miscellaneous Roses Cabbage, or Centifolia. A great favorite in old gardens. Color a clear rosy pink and very fragrant. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. Common China Rose. Often called the Monthly ’ Rose. Pale pink, very hardy and free-flowering, being almost constantly in bloom. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. Rosa Carolina (Swamp Rose). A tall-growing, single pink variety, with showy bright red fruit. Will bloom from June to September. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Rosa setigera. A most vigorous Rose of climbing habit. Covered with bright rose-colored flowers, borne in July. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. True English Sweetbrier. Pale pink; foliage deli- ciously fragrant. Flowers single. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. Wichuraiana. Pure white single flowers borne in clusters. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz. York and Lancaster (Damask Rose). One of the oldest Roses. Large red and white striped flat flow- ers. Very vigorous. 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. Extra large plants, 75 cts. each. —— RAWSON’S ~_ > af iPlanks <4 vse SELECTION Rawson’s Select List of Annuals and Bedding Plants For the convenience of those who are unable to start plants from seed, we grow at our extensive greenhouses at Arlington thousands of fine pot-grown plants, suitable for bedding purposes. The following list is as complete as can be found in any catalogue in the country, and includes all of those annuals which are especially adapted for bedding. These plants will be ready for delivery after May 1. For general description of seedlings, consult our flower-seed pages. We furnish 6 at the dozen rate, 25 at the hundred rate. Doz. 100 Doz. 100 Abutilon. In variety....-.-....-.....-.-- $1 25 $8 00 | Antirrhinum. In colors of white, scarlet, Achyranthus, Red-leaved ............. 85 600 yellow, dark rose, delicate pink and coral- —Green-leaved....... Happ OdES DandHO0N ey ~ OD) (ASE! cov cbesaes DoogaSb050 JOSSGONDaNSOSoze $1 00 $7 00 Adonis autumnalis..... Weereeie) 05, JO100) || A@rctotis rand shen. -ceeee rere eee So ES EOO Ageratum, Princess Pauline .......... 85 600| Asparagus plumosus nanus........ Son ib 1X0) fs) a) —Improved Dwarf Blue ................ 75 500 | —Sprengeri........ gbac0e toch dso cdonanee I00 ©6600 ———White .......................2562. 75 5.00 | Aster, Midsummer. In colors of white, Alternanthera, Red ................... 75 500] . shell-pink, lavender and rose .......... - 50 350 —Yellow ................. seceeeeeeeeeees 75 5.00 | —Late-branching. In colors of crimson, Alyssum, Sweet....... aenrbaneies BeSGHaG 4 00 dark blue, light blue, rose, shell-pink —Little Gem ........... soniscsonge Soonons 60). Ho) andiwhiteie eee crest Sndco0NDbI5585 e500 S50 —Giant Comet. Crimson, dark blue, light blue. rose, white and yellow. 50c. per doz., $3.50per 100. —Daybreak. Shell-pink. 50 cts. per doz., $3.50 per 100. —Purity. Pure white. 50 cts. per doz., $3.50 per 100. —Queen of the Market. Crimson, dark blue, light blue, rose, peach-blos- som and white. 50 cts. per doz., $3.50 per 100. —Vietoria. Crimson, dark blue, light blue, peach- blossom, scarlet and white. 50 cts. per doz.,, $3.50 per Ioo. Balsam. In colors of pink,. scarlet, yellow, white and dark blue. 85 cts. per doz.,. $6 per 100. Bartonia aurea. 85 cts. per doz., $6 per 100. Begonia Vernon. $1 per doz., $7 per 100. —Erfordi. $1 per doz., $7 per 100. —Tuberous-rooted. Incol- ors of rose, scarlet, crim- son, white, yellow and orange. $1 per doz., $8 per 100. Belvidere (Kochia tricho- phylia). 85 cts. per doz., $6 per 100. Browallia elata coerulea. 85 cts. per doz., $6 per 100. Caladium (Elephant’s Ear). Started. $2 per doz., $15 per 100. Calendula, Meteor. 85 cts. per doz., $6 per 100. Calliopsis, Golden Wave. 85 cts. per doz., $6 per 100. Candytuft, Empress. 85c. per doz., $6 per 100. Carnation, Marguerite. In colors of rose, scarlet, : = : =} white and yellow. $1 per The Effect of Bedding Plants doz., $7 per 100, 126 & Doz 100 Castor Oil Bean, Green-leaved....... $1 00 $8 00 ———Red-leaved ...................... I 00 68 00 Celosia Thompsoni. In colors of yellow, ScanletanG crimson ---tstceis-ieseeieeyeieie- I 00 700 —Dwarf. Incolors of yellow, crimson, rose eral \oli@adocoso mapa eooe oooeE ease 85 600 Centaurea candidissima............... 85 600 —gymnocarpa ................. 022s e eee 85 600 —Emperor William..................... 85 600 —Imperialis. Purple, white and rose.... 85 600 Chrysanthemum, Annual, Single. As- SOT EE rey rove ares nee ohn Bie Se alata rasteye tectes 85 600 ——Double. Assorted................... 85 600 Clarkia elegans ....................---- 85 600 Cleome pungens.... ................... 85 600 Cobaea scandens................--.05- I 50 10 00 Coleus, Golden Bedder ................ 85 600 —Verschaffeltii.......................-- 85 600 = ASSOLLEG Ys snc aacies cece cates sees esac 75 500 Cosmos. Early, pink and white......... 60 4 00 —Late Mammoth. Pink, red, white and ORENR ne caBasss sgn odsoboe0oGe0 0000 CGS 60 4 00 Dianthus Heddewigii fl. pl............. 85 600 Dracaena indivisa. First size each, 50c. 5 00 — —Extra size ............ each, 75 cts.... 7 50 Echeveria metallica ................... I 00 700 Eschscholtzia, Yellow ................. 85 600 Feverfew. See Matricaria............... 85 600 Fuchsias. Splendid varieties, small plants. 1 50 10 00 gp ecoumen pants: 25 cts. and 35 cts. each, $2.50 and $3.50 per doz. Gaillardia picta. Assorted............. 85 600 Gazania splendens ..................... I00 700 Godetia. In colors of white, crimson and SCA hile teers cer cise stele sic ais aie sisitie Sisle'ele,ceibee 85 600 Golden Feather. See Pyrethrum GUMEU IDAs eT OA seis oe eke ee cess 75 500 Helianthus cucumerifolius Circe, Erato, Orion, Diadem, Purity, WGTIES snocdn boone bdbasoocnae Hau Gbadde I 00 700 —Chrysanthemum-flowered........... 85 600 Heliotrope. Fine dark blue ............. I00 700 Hollyhock. Everblooming annual ....... I 50 1000 PHONeEStYy ais sats eses sig tte ead id ste Wein Bier SIAN I00 700 Hop, Japanese..............-. 0022s cess I 00 700 Hunnemannia fumariaefolia.......... 85 600 Ipomoea grandiflora alba (Moonflower) I 50 10 00 WeepPlanticcrcceitiies cokes aclnnwecee eee 85 600 Impatiens Holstii ...................... I 50 10 00 Ev Vin GOTMaM ss). Gaile vec decccieclececee dese 100 68 00 Lantana. Choice assorted ............... I 00 700 Larkspur. Assorted.............-..+20+- 85 600 Lavatera splendens, rosea and alba.. 85 600 MAVON Ores oe sae eM a cle dooce ee ees I00 700 Lemon Verbena.............-.....+.-++ I 50 10 00 Lobelia, Crystal Palace compacta ... 60 4 00 —Erinus gracilis.......................- 60 400 Malope grandiflora alba, rubra and RULCE J4ddoondsoobbdoooNBadconeeT onSOnE 85 600 Oo 5g WW. Rawson & Co. So Soa aN Mass, Doz. 100 Marguerite, White..................... $1 co $8 oo = (ONO A Giodos onba saboboeOaaAe ucddrito bade I 00 800 Marigold, Tall African ................ 60 4 00 —Dwarf French ....................44-. 60 4 00 Matricaria grandiflora fl. pl........... 85 6 00 Maurandya ...........2...22. 2000. sees 85 6 oo Mignonette, Mammoth Fragrant..... 85 6 oo Mimulus moschatus (Musk Plant) ..... too 800 Moon-Vine. See Ipomcea. .........+..-. I 50 10 00° Nasturtium, Tall. Assorted............ 75. 5 00! —Dwarf. Assorted ................-.00.: 75 5 00: Nemesia strumosa Suttoni............ ¥ co 68 co! Nemophila. Assorted...........-..++.++- 85. 6 co Nicotiana affinis ..................+..-. TOO) 1700! — —hybrida..............0 22... eee ee i 50 10 00! —Sanderae. Assorted...........-..--+5+ 1 0O 7 OO" Nigella os Aseaclss is een eie ee ea Oe, ONOO" Pansy, Arlington Prize................ 50 43 50° Pelargonium. In variety ...25cts.each.. 2 50 Pentstemon, Rawson’s Newest Hy- LSC Cis seamno cn eobs one ooSR DD aBGoeOObSS 100 =68 00" Petunia, Giants of California ......... I 00’ 7 00: —Giant Double ................ Soo qonccc I 25 8 co Phlox Drummondii grandiflora. Incol- ors of white, pink, scarlet, blood-red and WOUlONVe 05000 codoos nondnc aosDGuocea60.0080 85 6 00 — —Dwarf Scarlet, Salmonand White 85 6 oo Pyrethrum aureum (Golden Feather)... 75 5 00 Salpiglossis grandiflora. In colors of white, brown, scarlet, crimson, yellow ANGUTOSE Meise ES Cees eee etna ensieinere 100 68 00” Salvia splendens. Strong plants ....... I 00 7 00’ —Bonfire. Strong plants..............- I00 7 00? Santolina maritima .................... 85 6 co Scabiosa grandiflora, Azure Fairy, Fiery Red, King of Blacks, Yellow, Flesh Color and White ............... 85 6 00° Schizanthus hybrida grandiflora ..... I00 7 00° iE} SSS BEST SELECTION CANNAS A Complete List of the Choicest Varieties in Cultivation At our greenhouses and trial grounds in Arlington we grow annually thousands of Canna bulbs of all the very best varieties. Thus we are able to select the very choicest sorts from our own experience and observa- tion. A perusal of the following list will bear out our claim that we catalogue as fine a collection of Cannas as any house in the country. The following are selected as superior to all other varieties, as regards size, color, foliage and vigor of growth. THE ARLINGTON DOZEN CANNAS The varieties included are those we have selected after a number of trials as being the very choicest and most desirable of the standard varieties for bedding. They are all of dwarf habit, of nearly uniform height, cand of a wide range of color, therefore making a strik- ing and effective display. ‘We offer any of the following varieties in started plants ready April 20, for 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. Price for the set $1.50, purchaser paying transit. Alsace. Light sulphur-yellow at first, changing to a rich creamy white. Flowers are very profuse and bloom continually through the season. Charles Henderson. A fine crimson color that has become very popular; rarely exceeds 3% feet in height, which makes it a desirable companion to Florence Vaughan and Madame Crozy. David Harum. A very fine bright vermilion. Has bronze foliage and is very free-flowering. One of the finest bronze varieties for bedding. Height 3% feet. Duke of Marlborough. The finest of the dark-flow- ering Cannas. Very large, well-filled trusses of dark velvety red flowers, continually in bloom; rich green foliage. 3% to 4 feet. Florence Vaughan. In color it is of a bright rich golden yellow, spotted with bright red; the foliage is of a rich green color; the plants rarely exceed 3 feet in height. The flower-trusses are unusually large and full, and present a striking contrast when massed with other varieties. Egandale. A very popular bronze variety, with spikes of soft currant-red flowers thrown well above the foliage. 3% feet. Gladiator. One of the most startling color effects ever produced in Cannas is seen in this grand new variety. The big, broad petals of bright yellow are thickly spotted with the most brilliant crimson, while the smaller petals are of a rich solid crimson, with here and there a few yellow spots on the back. Madame Crozy. Flowers of a dazzling crimson-scar- let, bordered with golden yellow; a marvelous and rich combination of colors. The foliage is of a rich, cheerful green and very massive. Mile. Berat. An exquisite shade of pink and very effective when massed with reds and yellows; foli- age is a bright green. Grows vigorously; not over 3% feet. President Cleveland. Exceptionally free bloomer. The color is a rich vermilion-red, and when seen in a bed makes a very striking appearance. Very strong grower, although a dwarf in habit. It is without doubt the best Canna at the present time. Queen Charlotte. Considered the finest of all the gilt-edged varieties. The enormous flower-spikes towering grandly above the foliage bear large flowers of perfect form, with petals of a rich scarlet-crimson, broadly banded with bright canary-yellow. Robert Christie. One of the most profuse-blooming varieties. Color is an orange-scarlet. Flowers are borne on an immense truss well above the foliage, which is a handsome green. 4 feet. GLADIOLUS “HARVARD,” A CHARM AMONG GLADIOLI 128 | SOLD ONTY 5S UNION STREET BY ~=— BOSTON, MASS. LIST OF WELL-TRIED CANNAS Started plants ready for delivery April 20. Any of the varie- ties listed below, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. Alphonse Bouvier. A rich brilliant crimson, almost approaching scarlet when it first opens, changing to a deep, dazzling crimson as the flowers fully develop. 6 to 7 feet. Austria. Flowers are a pure canary-yellow, with but afew traces of small, reddish brown spots. Foliage bright green and grows 6 feet or over. Comte de Bouchaud. A well-known variety, similar in color to Florence Vaughan, being yellow, spotted red. Grows to a height of 4% feet. The foliage is a bright green and well expanded. Crimson Bedder. A superb crimson Canna. Of dwarf . habit, with large, pure crimson flowers of fine texture. Flower-stalks quite stout and bearing large trusses. Foliage is a rich green. Evolution. Rich golden yellow, shading to a blush- pink in center. With the dark bronze foliage, makes a most pleasing and striking concrast. Italia. A bright orange-scarlet, with a very broad golden yellow border. The flowers are set well above the foliage, which is very large and heavy. Jean Tissot. One of the brightest of the large-flower- ing Cannas. An intense vermilion shade, overlaid with orange, forming one of the most striking colors; foliage green. 4 feet. L. Patry. Orange-salmon, with older flowers pinkish. Very bright and attractive. Large flower and truss ; free-flowering. 4 feet. Mrs. Kate Grey. A magnificent Canna, with leave: of a bright glossy green, enormous in sme, and large trusses of flowers of a rich shade of orange-scarlet, overlaid with gold, and measuring 6 to 7inches apart. Oceanus. A fine yellow orchid-flowering Canna; mas- sive green foliage. 5 feet. Shenandoah. One of the finest bronze foliage varie- ties we have. Flowers of a bright rose-pink, of large size. One of the handsomest for bedding. 3 OES os Canna, Jean Tissot Pennsylvania. The queen of the Orchid-flow- ering Cannas. A grand new Canna, having at once the most desirable qualities of both the Orchid and French. Color is a deep, rich scarlet. Flowers are borne in great profusion on long spikes and are of enormous size. Foliage is very abundant, largeand deep green incolor. Grows to a height of about 6 feet. Common Bronze-Leaf Canna Grown extensively where foliage effect only is desired. It grows to a height of over 6 feet and has those large, handsome, broad bronze leaves that contrast so finely with the green. Largely used for center plants in beds. Dormant roots, 75 cts. per doz.; started plants, 10 cts. each, #1 per doz. CARNATIONS Selected for summer blooming, but equally adapted for winter blooming Carnations are the delight of every one who has an eye for beauty in flowers, being unegualed for brilliancy, richness and diversity of colors, of re- freshing fragrance, and unapproached for dainti- ness and beauty of outline. Six new varieties of special merit. Any of the fol- lowing, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Set of 6 for $1.25. Beacon. A bright orange-scarlet, with fine stem and beautifully formed flowers. Helen Goddard. A grand new deep pink of same shade as Mrs. Joost. Large flowers borne Enchantress Carnation very freely on long, stiff stems. 129 RAWSON’S GS _ SOBEST SELECTION —! CARNATIONS, continued Rose Pink Enchantress. A superb rose pink va- riety having all the superior qualities of its namesake. Enormous flowers of ideal form and substance. Victory. A new scarlet that promises to become the best of its color. Flowers.enormous, of superb form, and borne profusely on erect, stiff stems. White Perfection. A beautiful clear white, unsur- passed for quality of bloom and productiveness. Promises to become the best white yet introduced. Winsor. A very brightsilvery pink, with nicely formed flower. Stems 12 to 18 inches long. Flowers produced very freely. Twelve Best Standard Carnations The varieties listed below we have selected as being the very choicest for general use. They are standard varieties which have stood the test of years of trial and are considered the peers of any of their respective colors. Price of any of the following, 10 cts. each, $1 per doz.,$6 per 100. Set of 12 varieties for $1. Plants ready March 1 Cardinal. A very fine scarlet, with beautifully formed flower and one of the best of its color in every respect. Dorothy Whitney. A superb new yellow Carnation. A clear lemon-yellow, slightly tipped with pink at edgesof petals. Very strong stems, producing flowers 3 to 3% inches in diameter, with high, full centers. Strong calyx tubes. Enchantress. Color a most pleasing light pink, deepening toward center. One of the largest sizes, often measuring 4 inches across. Petals are broad, well arranged, with a full high center. Fair Maid. A color of the famous Daybreak Carna- tion. The flowers are exquisitely formed, being of large size and having a ery high-built center. Harry Fenn. A magnificent crimson Carnation, very large and full, borne on a long, wiry stem. Lady Bountiful. A pure glistening white, finely formed flower. 2 | | Mrs. Lawson. Probably the most famous Carnation ever introduced and too well known to need a detailed description. Color a lovely shade of dark cerise-pink. Octaroon. A very fine dark crimson, with large, well built flowers. Very free. The Queen. One of the best white varieties. Unsur- passed for quality and quantity of flowers. Has a very long stem and large flowers of the purest white. Variegated Lawson. A new variegated sport of the famous Mrs. Lawson, clearly marked cerise-pink on white ground. White Enchantress. A pure white Carnation, hav- ing all the excellent qualities of its parent, Enchan- tress. Large finely formed flowers on stiff stems. White Lawson. A pure white sport of Mrs. Lawson, and takes high rank as an all-round white. GERANIUMS Double and Semi-Double Varieties Price of any of the following, 15 cts. each, $1.25 per doz., $8 per 100. Set of 12 varieties, complete, for $1.25; by express only. Alphonse Ricard. The finest. large-flowered scarlet bedding variety. Semi-double trusses of enormous _ size. Beaute Poitevine. Very large semi-double florets, of the most beautiful and distinct form, and borne in immense trusses; very free bloomer; has no equal in its color—brilliant salmon. General Grant. A splendid bedder, with very large trusses of brilliant scarlet, semi-double flowers. Jean Viaud. Flowers large, semi-double in form, borne in immense trusses all through the summer. Color a bright rose-pink. John Doyle. For brilliancy of color and profusion of blooms this grand Geranium is probably unsur- passed. Color is the brightest and richest scarlet, and exceedingly bright and effective. La Favorite. A very popular double white variety; compact grower, with large trusses of the purest paper-white flowers. Mme. Buchner. A very double snow-white variety, making an ideal bedder. Florets large, making an extra large truss. Mme. Jaulin. A grand semi-double Geranium; color a delicate peach-pink, with wide border of white. Marquise de Montmort. A deep brilliant carmine- purple. A very striking shade. Large trusses. Marquise de Castellane. The flowers are large, per- fect in form and borne profusely in enormous trusses; brilliant cerise to a bright cherry-red, with brilliant carmine shadings. Marvel. A rival to S. A. Nutt, being of same color but differing in habit, which is more compact. S. A. Nutt. A very double, brilliant deep crimson, with maroon shadings. Grown more than any other variety where a dark red is desired. Trusses large and made up of perfect individual florets. Single Varieties 15 cts. each, $1.25 per doz., $8 per 100 General Grant. The finest single scarlet bedder. Mme. Bruant. White, veined with carmine. Very distinct. Michel Crosy. Enormous scarlet trusses. Various Geraniums Ivy-leaved Double-flowering. We have a fine se- lection of these popular Geraniums for basket or vase work. They bloom with the greatest freedom. 15 cts. each, $1 per doz. § : Rose Geranium. The ever-popular rose-scented foliage variety. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz. Mad. Salleroi. A very compact variety of silver Geranium; leaves very small, edged with pure white. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz. 130 A Border of Hardy Perennials 5S UNION STREET S=— BOSTON, MASs. Rawson’s Select Hardy Perennials No class of plants enjoys greater popularity at the present time than the Hardy Perennials. They have made rapid strides into public favor the past few years, until now they may be considered to have a prominent and a permanent place in our American gardens. They have for many years been greatly in demand in European countries and everywhere have given the best of satisfaction. According to the modern idea of landscape garden- ing, the ideal garden is not one whose beds are laid out on geometric lines, but rather one where there is a closer resemblance to nature, and this can best be effected by the use of perennials giving a great range of color and at the same time a continuity of bloom throughout the season. ‘ NOVELTIES AND SPECIALTIES Aquilegia, Rawson’s Long-Spurred. A most beautiful assortment of Jong-spurred Colum- bines containing some of the finest colors in exist- ence. The seed from which these plants have been grown has been selected with the greatest care, and the variety and quality of the flowers can not be ex- celled. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. A very handsome Arabis alpina fl. pl. double white peren- nial unsurpassed for border work. Flowers early in spring. Grows to a height of 6 inches. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Campanula persicifolia, “Die Fee.” Among thousands of plants of Campanula persict- folia this variety was early discovered to be entirely different from the regular type. The plants grow 4 feet high and bear stalks which are covered for fully 3 feet with enormous flowers of a most delicate azure- blue. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz. Campanula glomerata Dahurica. A superb variety of Campanula, valued for the rich, deep purplish blue flowers. Grows to a height of about 1 foot and is in flower from June to September. { Promises to become one of the most popular of the Campanulas. 3o cts. each, $3 per doz. Campanula glomerata acaulis. A new dwarf-growing Campanula, with handsome clusters of dark blue flowers. Of great value for rock- work and borders. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. Delphinium, Burbank’s Hybrids. As permanent subjects in the hardy flower-garden, we have few plants more worthy of public attention than the Delphiniums. For producing a striking dis- play over a long season they are are probably unique. Mr. Burbank has spent a great deal of time in improv- ing this popular flower, and we believe he has suc- ceeded well. Some individual flowers, when meas- ured, showed the enormous size of 3 to 3% inches. The plant itself grows fully 6 feet high and produces a mass of gigantic spikes which are covered about two-thirds with these graceful flowers. The variety of colors is limited to blue, but every shade of this color can be found among them. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. m1 S A red- flowering Delphinium cardinale. } °¢ /v9""s special merit. Brilliant scarlet flowers in spikes. Height 3 feet. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. m1 S A very beautiful Larkspur Delphinium Zalil. for the garden. Large open spikes of sulphur-yellow flowers, often attaining a height of 5 feet. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. 131 V9 Arlington Grown Planks =~ 2avs?treerion = A grand Echinacea, Red Sunflower. * 25274 red-flowering Sunflower, which undoubtedly will be- come a permanent fixture in the herbaceous garden. The individual flowers range from 6 to 10 inches in diameter and the plant often attains a height of 6 feet. The flowers are borne on long stems and come into bloom in July, lasting till frost; 20 to 30 flowers often appear on each plant, each flower lasting from two to three weeks. $1 each. $10 per doz. Gypsophila paniculata fl. pl. Gneerp!: isa grand novelty. In growth it is quite similar to the single variety, but in flower it can not be com- pared. The small white flowers, being perfectly double, give the plant a different aspect and make it more valuable for cutting or as a show plant than the single variety. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. o (Christmas Rose). New Helleborus niger England-grown stock. For the first time we offer herewith New England-grown roots of this valuable plant, which we are certain will stand the severe winters and flower from De- cember till March, often right in the snow. Foliage remains waxy green all winter and the white and of- ten blush-pink flowers will last for weeks after being cut. Idealior the winter-garden. Divided roots (ready to flower, winter 1908-1909). $1 each, $10 per doz. Incarvillea Delavayi grandiflora. A greatly improved form of Delavayi with larger flowers. One of the showiest of recent introductions of perennials. Perfectly hardy. 5oc. ea., $5 per doz. 5 ° © A new species of Iris pallida Dalmatica. German Iris, graw- ing larger and producing enormous flowers of a deli- cate blue shade on robust stalks. It is a very rare variety and unsurpassed for naturalizing. Mr. C. A. Parker, who has a large row of them on his beautiful x Campanula persicifolia, ‘‘ Die Fee’’ (See page 131) estate at Marblehead, Mass., considers them the handsomest Iris grown. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. Mailed free at single price. > Three New German Iris 40 cts. cach, $4 per doz. Jeanne d’Are. Immense flower with superbly divided petals. Standards clear delicate light blue, falls pure white bordered lilac. Monsignor. Giant blooms of distinct violet-blue standards, with white tongue on a clear blue fall and a purple stripe. Most attractive in coloring. Prosper Langier. A grand flower of an old-rose shade. Falls are extra large and of a velvety purple. oe New. A new hardy Lilium Alexandrae. white Lily, ST apie in shape the Easter Lily; grows 3 feet high and blooms in July. The flower petals have a slight tinge of green, which makes them more attractive. $1 each, $1o per doz. oly e New. Flowers dark reddish Lilium Henryi. yellow, marbled with a few ir- regular brown spots; very hardy; often 6feet. $1.50 each, $16 per doz. Rawson’s Collection of Twelve Select Perennials The twelve hardy perennials following are those we have selected as being the most satisfactory for the amateur gardener. The collection embraces nearly every color and ensures a continuity of bloom from spring to late fall. To place this choice collection with- in easy reach of all our customers, we make the follow- ing special offer : - Any of the following: 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per Delphinium, Burbank’s Hybrids (See page 131) 100. Complete set of 12 for $1.50 132 ote ONLY W. Anemone Japonica RAWSON’S COLLECTION OF PERENNIALS, continued ACHILLEA, **The Pearl.’? Flowers pure white, double, fine for cutting. Juneto September. 2% feet. AQUILEGIA chrysantha. Flowersare pure golden yellow, with extra long spurs. Quite fragrant. Blooms from May to August. 3 feet. COREOPSIS lanceolata. Flowers golden yellow. often 3 inches in diameter. Very profuse bloomer, lasting from June to frost. Very hardy. 2% feet. DELPHINIUM formosum. Flowers are deep blue, with a white eye and borne on long spikes. Blooms most of the summer. About 4 feet. DIGITALIS gloxiniaeflora. Beautiful form of Fox- glove. June and July. 2 to 3 feet. GAILLARDIA grandiflora. One of the most bril- liant. Center of flower is a dark maroon. June to frost. 3 feet. HELENIUM Bigelowii. bright yellow, with center almost black. throughout the summer. JAPAN IRIS. Enormous flowers of finest texture, varying in color from pure white to deepest purple. Blooms from middle of June to middle of July. PHLOX PANTHEON. A very beautiful hardy Phlox. Color a deep salmon-rose. At its best in September. SHASTA DAISY. Very large, daisy-like flowers with three or more rows of purest white petals. Borne on stems nearly 2 feet in length. Flowers borne in heads of In bloom W.Rawso & Co. 5 UNION STREET SS BOSTON, MASS. |, STOKESIA CYANEA. Very large deep blue flow- ers from August to October. TRITOMA UVARIA (Red-Hot-Poker). and red spike in August and October. Orange HARDY JAPANESE ANEMONE The varieties of Anemone Japonica are among the most beautiful of our hardy perennials. They come into flower about the first of August and continue to bloom till frost. They are at their best in September, and at that time they are the most attractive plants in the garden. They are quite hardy and will stand our New England winters fully as well as any other perennials. Price of the following, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.. $12 per 100 Alba. Flowers pure white, with prominent yellow stamens. Blooms freely from last of August till No- vember. Flowers produced on long stems. Beaute Parfaite. Pure double white flowers and the best of its color. Elegantissima. Large semi-double rose flowers borne on long stems. Very handsome. Prinz Heinrich. A recent variety of dwarf, compact habit, with very large, semi-double dark red flowers. By far the finest of the red-flowering Anemones. Queen Charlotte. A very beautiful semi-double vari- ety, light pink in color. One of the handsomest of the hardy Anemones. Whirlwind. A semi-double form of A. a/éa. Of the same habit of growth, but more free-flowering. Will last much longer than the singe sorts. HARDY ASTERS (Michaelmas Daisies ) One of our most profuse-flowering hardy-perennials and rank among the showiest of our herbaceous plants. All are quite hardy and very graceful in habit. The color of the flowers has the widest range, combining all shades of white, red, blue and purple. The varieties Hardy Asters. 133 RAWSON’'S > BEST SELECTION Dew HARDY ASTERS, continued listed below are thé best in cultivation, and the follow- ing collection will make an addition to the garden that cannot be surpassed. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Set of 16 varieties for $2.50 Combe Fishacre. A very pale lavender variety with large flowers. Profuse bloomer and veryearly. 2 feet. Esma. Late-flowering; pure white; dense head; large flower. Grace. Large bluish lavender. Quite late. 3 feet. Isabel. A handsome late variety of medium size. Pale blue. 3 feet. John Wood. A very early white, shaded pink; me- dium size. 3 feet. Lady Trevellyan. early. 3 to 4 feet. Laevis. Blue; large flowers; early. Longifolia formosissima. Dense head of rosy pur- ple flowers of medium size. 3 feet. Madonna. The best late pure white. Novae-Angliae (New England Aster). Violet-purple, large flowers, blooming late. 4 feet. Novae-Angliae roseus, Rosy crimson. Late; flow- ers large. 3 to 4 feet. Novelty. Deep pink, medium-sized flowers and quite lateseaiteet! Pulcherrima. SS BEST SELECTION German Iris, Madame Chereau IRIS GERMANICA, continued Bergiana. Large yellow standards, with deep blue falls. Bouquet Royal. A very beautiful sort of a delicate creamy white. Canary Bird. Clear yellow standards with bronze | falls striped white. Darius. Handsome lilac falls striped white and orange | standard. Gloire de Hillegom. A beautiful porcelain-blue, and the best of its color. Gracchus. A very fine crimson, reticulated white. A distinct variety. Honorable. One of the most popular varieties, being a bright yellow veined maroon. Innocenza. The finest pure white German Iris. Flowers very large and of fine texture. Lord Melville. Standards pale violet; falls deep bluish violet. A most striking variety. Macrantha. One of the largest blue varieties. Blue and violet standard and falls. Madame Chereau. Standards white, with sky-blue feathered edges. Falls white and slightly frilled blue. Maori King. Rich golden yellow standards. Falls velvety crimson, margined with gold. A most beau- | tiful sort. Mrs. Horace Darwin. «A beautiful white, slightly reticulated violet at base. Penelope. A handsome white, with reddish violet falls. Queen of May. A distinct shade of rosy lilac. Very handsome. Spectabilis. A rich, deep velvety blue. IRIS KAEMPFERI (Japan Iris) The flowers are enormous in size, measuring from 10 to 12 inches in diameter and are of the finest texture. To produce the best results these should be planted in moist, rich situations. They come into flower about the middle of June and last four or five weeks. The varieties listed below are among the finest in existence and are imported direct from Japan in large-sized clumps ready for flowering next season. When ordering, kindly order by numbers. Per clump 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Set of 50 varieties for $9. By express only, purchaser paying transit No. 1. Six enormous petals, pure white. No. 2. Six petals, purple, veined white. No. 3. Six petals, white, suffused with blue. No. 4. Six petals, ultramarine-blue, purple toward margin, veined white. Minor petal white, edged magenta. No. 5. Six petals, beautiful deep crimson, veined white. | No. 6. Six petals, deep crimson, veined maroon. | No. 7. Six petals, purpie, flaked on bluish ground. No. 8. Six large petals, white, prominently veined purple. Minor petals purple, edged white. One of the finest. No. 9. Six dark magenta petals, veined almost black. No. 10. Six enormous lavender petals, veined deeper. No. 11. Three petals, splashed and flaked carmine- rose. Handsome. No. 12. Six rich purple petals, with lavender reverse. No. 13. Six deep crimson petals. Very handsome. No. 14. Most beautiful. Six light lavender petals, blue underneath. - : No. 15. Six light blue petals, beautifully frilled. Wo. 16. Six large petals, very deep purple, bluish around yellow base. No. 17. Six petals, ultramarine-blue, veined white. No. 18. A superb variety, six petals, maroon, edged lighter. No. 19. Three light blue petals, with distinct pink minor petals. a No. 20. Six deep purple petals, margined darker. No. 21. Distinct. Six petals, spotted white near base and magneta toward margin. No. 22. Six reddish petals. Very handsome. No. 23. Six very rich royal purple petals. One of the most striking. No. 24. Six pure white petals. No. 25. Three rich purple petals. No. 26. Six deep carmine petals, spotted and flaked crimson, bluish around yellow base. Very handsome. No. 27. Three large purple petals, suffused magneta. Japan Iris 136 ; SOLD ONLY IRIS KAEMPFERI, continued No. 28. Six pure white petals. No. 29. Six petals, pale blue in center, deepening to purplish lavender near margin, veined white. No. 30. Six petals, pinkish near center. No. 31. Six enormous petals, almost pure white, suf- fused with a suggestion of light blue. No. 32. Six purple petals. Very free. No. 33. Similar to No. 29, but with three petals. No. 34. Six handsome pink petals, veined deeper. No. 35. Six pure white petals, margined crimson. Quite distinct. No. 36. Six crimson-magneta petals, darker under- neath. Minor petals tipped very deep purple. No. 37. Three bluish petals, purple toward margin, veined white. No. 38. Six beautifully frilled white petals. No. 39. Six crimson-magenta petals, veined deeper. No. 40. Six petals of a very pretty shade of blue, dotted purple. Minor petals white, tipped purple. No. 41. Three enormous petals of deep purple, almost black. No. 42. Six large petals, nearly pure white. No. 43. Six crimson petals, spotted white, lighter underneath. One of the most beautiful. No. 44. Six bluish petals, margined almost black, veined white. No. 45. Six white petals, witha suggestion of lavender. No. 46. Six bluish purple petals, veined white. No. 47. Six large white petals. No. 48. Six petals, flaked blue on whitish ground. No. 49. Three enormous white petals. No. 50. Three crimson petals, yellow base. HARDY LILIES These Lilies are becoming very popular within late years and are used extensively to produce a second flowering season in beds which usually look bare after June, such as peonies, iris, roses, shrubs, etc. For such purposes care should be taken in selecting varieties that grow quite tall, and bulbs should be planted fully 1o to 15 inches deep. A few suggestions for planting : Lilies should be planted in clumps of six or more in order to be effective. Bulbs that are composed of loose leaflets, such as Candidum, Speciosum, Roseum, é€tc., should be planted on the side with plenty of sand around each bulb. All Japanese varieties should be planted at least 12 inches, other varieties 6 inches deep. A great quantity of sand should be used in connection with planting all varieties of Lilies. While most of the Lilies are hardy, a great many varieties, particularly the Japanese, as Auratum and Speciosum varieties, require replanting every three years, as deterioration sets in after that time. Lilium Alexandrae. New. A new hardy white Lily, resembling in shape the Easter Lily; grows 3 feet high and blooms in July. The flower petals have a slight tinge of green, which makes them more attrac- tive. $1 each, to per doz. Auratum (Golden-banded Lily of Japan). This va- riety bears on a strong stem 4 to 5 feet high from six to twelve immense blooms, which measure nearly a foot when expanded. The flowers are white, witha broad yellow stripe through the center of each petal and freely spotted crimson. Their fragrance is delicious. FIRST SIZE BULBS, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. EXTRA LARGE BULBS, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz., $15 per Ioo. MAMMOTH BULBS, 4oc. each, #4 per doz., $25 per 100. MONSTROUS BULBS, 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Auratum macranthum. A superb type of Go!den- banded Lily. Large bulbs, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. Auratum rubrum vittatum. Very large flowers, often 1 foot across, pure ivory-white, with broad crimson stripe through center of each petal. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Auratum Wittei. A magnificent variety with enor- mous flowers, creamy white, with gold bands. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Ww.W. Rawson & Co. Batemanni. A Japanese Lily, producing bright apri- cot-shaded flowers. 3 to 4 feet. July and August. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz. Brownii. Flowers very large, trumpet-shaped, pure white inside, brownish outside; stamens chocolate- color. 3 feet. July and August. 5o cts. each, $5 per doz., $40 per 100. Canadense (Native Canadian Bell Lily). Flowers bright yellow, with small, black spots. A most grace- ful Lily and excellent for naturalizing in shrubs and woods. It is nothing unusual to find this variety grow- ing 8 feet high, with 20 to 30 blossoms, if grown among shrubbery. 15 cts. each, $1.25 per doz., $9 per 100. Candidum (Ascension Lily). One of the earliest Lilies. Flowers are large, pure white and extremely sweet. 3 to 4 feet. June. 15c. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. Carolinianum (Carolina Lily). A beautiful, but little- known, native Lily of the recurved type, with fra- grant orange flowers. Usually from oneto three Lilies onastem. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz., $20 per 100. Colchicum. Rich lemon-color, spotted black. 2 feet. July. 40 cts. each, $4.50 per doz. Croceum. Large flowers of beautiful golden, slightly tinted scarlet. 4 to 5 feet. July and August. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. Elegans, Alice Wilson. A very beautiful variety, with large, bright lemon-yellow flowers borne erect and in clusters. Will succeed anywhere and is very hardy. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Elegans incomparable. The richest and deepest red of all the Lilies. A deep blood-red crimson, slightly spotted black. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Elegans erectum. Flowers erect, cup-shaped and borne in clusters. Color orange; spotted scarlet. 2 ft. June. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. See page 132 for two new varieties of Lilies ge ke | Lilium auratum 137 RAWSON’S => BEST SELECTION Se HARDY LILIES, continued Elegans aurantiacum. Sameas above; deep yellow, spotted a shade darker. 15 cts. each., $1.50 per doz., $Io per Ico. Elegans, Best Red. Same as above; deep red. 2oc. each, $2 per doz., $15 per 100. Excelsum (Isabellinum). Flowers recurved and of delicate buff-color. Very fragrant. July. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Giganteum. The largest tube-shaped Lily growing. Flowers creamy white, with purple throat. Fre- quently bears 12 to 15 blossoms, each 6 to 8 inches long, on stems 6 to 1ofeet high. Foliage is very large and heart-shaped. : EXTRA LARGE BULBS, $1 each, $10 per doz. MAMMOTH BULBs, $2 each, $20 per doz. Grayi. A most graceful, bell-shaped, hardy Lily. Flowers dark red-brown, beautiful spotted. Rare and comparatively new ; bulbs arealways small. The bulbs we offer are exceptionally fine and specially selected. 2 feet. August. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz., $20 per 100. Hansoni. The best of the yellow Lilies. Color deep golden, with faint crimson spots. 3feet. June. 75cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Henryi. New. Flowers dark reddish yellow, mar- bled with a few irregular brown spots; very hardy ; often 6 feet. $1.50 each, $16 per doz. Humboltii. Handsome reddish orange flowers, with purplespots. 4to5ft. July. 75c. each, $7 50 per doz. Krameri. One of the most lovely of all known Lilies. Slender waving stems, about 2 feet high, with large flowers of a most beautiful rose-color. August. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. Leichtlini. Flowers pure canary-yellow, with crimson spots. 3to5feet. August. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. Philadelphicum. Perhaps the best known native Lily of New England. You may find it growing wild in large patches all through this part of the country. Flowers orange-red, with purple spots. Grows 2 feet high, and usually shows two blossoms of erect habit ontop of a2-footstem. June, July and August. 15cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $12 per 100. Lilium tigrinum splendens | Tigrinum fl. pl. Rubellum. Rather new. One of the best pink Lilies; grows 2% feet high and usually bears from 6 to 8 fine pink flowers in Au- gust. 40 cts. each, $4 per doz., $30 per 100. Speciosum album (White Japanese Lily). This class of Speciosum is undoubtedly the hardiest and most popular Lily for the border or gar- den. They grow from 3 to 4 feet high and continue to bloom from Au- gust until frost. The above variety is pure white; fra- grant. LARGE BULBS. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz., $16 per 100. MAMMOTH BULBS. 35 Cts. each, $3.50 per doz., $26 per 100. JuMBO BULBS. 50c. each, $5.50 per doz., $45 per 100. MONSTROUS BULBS. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Speciosum roseum (Pink Japan Lily). White shaded and spotted dark rose. LARGE BULBS. 15c. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. MAMMOTH BULBS. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz., $18 per Ioo. JumBo BuLBs. 4oc. each, $4 per doz., $30 per 100. MONSTROUS BULBS. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Speciosum rubrum (Red Japan Lily). White, suf- fused and spotted crimson. LARGE BULBS. 15c. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. MAMMOTH BULBS. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz., $18 per 100. JUMBO BULBS. 40 cts. each, $4 per doz., $30 per 100, MONSTROUS BULBS. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Speciosum Melpomene. Large; deep crimson, heavily spotted. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz., $15 per 100. MonsrROUS BULBS. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Speciosum magnificum. New. Most intensely col- ored of all Speciosum varieties. A large clump of these Lilies will make a wonderful effect. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz., $20 per 100. Superbum (our native Turk’s-Cap Lily). Richorange- red petals tipped red and dark spotted. 4 to 6 feet high. Blooms July and August. A capital variety. for the shrubbery. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $1o per 100. Tenuifolium (Coral Lily). A miniature Lily of grace- ful appearance. Flower fiery scarlet, Turk’s cap shape. 1% feet. August. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz., $18 per 100. Tigrinum splendens,. Lily, with larger flowers. $6 per 100. An improved variety of Tiger 1o cts. each, $1 per doz., Double-flowering variety of above. to cts. each, $1 per doz., $6 per 100. | Umbellatum. A Lily that resembles Elegans variety. | Wallacei. Flowers are borne in larger clusters and range in al! shades from orange to deep scarlet. 2 feet. June 15 cts. each, $1.25 per doz., $8 per 100. Orange-scarlet, spotted with maroon. September. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $8.50 PEONIES The Peonies are among the noblest and most mag- nificent of our herbaceous plants. With the addition of superb newer varieties, Peonies have taken rapid strides in popular favor and are now classed as among the most popular of our garden perennials. The colors have the greatest range, embracing white, 3 feet. per 100. 138 Sor LONESE TAT W. Rawson & C2 5B UNION STREET ~S— BOSTON, MASs. PEONIES, continued flesh-color, rose, pink, salmon, yellow, crimson in lighter and darker shades. They require very rich soil, are perfectly hardy, and in planting care should be taken to select a rich, sunny place. The tip of the crown should be 6 inches below the surface. scarlet and The varieties listed below are a selection of the |" Coukonnea2Or: choicest old varieties and the cream of the newer sorts. Ready for delivery onor after April I, by express only JAPANESE PEONIES A SUPERB COLLECTION OF THIRTY VARIETIES This collection comprises thirty of the very choicest | varieties imported direct from Japan and is undoubt- edly one of the most superb assortments of Peonies ever offered in this country. It includes both single and double sorts, ranging from pure white through the different shades of pink and red tothe deepest crimson. They are all perfectly hardy and, if planted in rich soil, will produce a magnificent bed the next season. 75 cts. per root, $8.50 per doz. Complete set of 30 varieties, $20 No. 1. Semi-double; beautiful pink. No. 2. Single; pure white, yellow center. No. 3. Semi-double; most delicate pink. No. 4. Very full, double flower; handsome clear rose. No. 5. Semi- double; white, tinged pink, splashed crimson near margin, yellow center. Me. 6. Semi-doubie; delicate pink. deep rose at base | Tepes, yellow center. No. Semi-double; pure white. No. 8. Double white; frilled petals lined crimson at | tip. No. 9. Semi-double; white, yellow center. No. 10. Single; beautiful rose- pink. No. 11. Beautiful cerise, with handsome center. No. 12. Semi-double ; rose-pink, yellow center. No. 13. Semi-double; clear pink, yellow center. No. 14. Semi-double; deep rose. Very handsome. No. 15. Shade of Brunner rose, with yellow center. No. 16. Pure white, handsome, full center. No. 17. Semi-double ; white, striped carmine. No. 18. Double; pure white, tinged yellow near center. o. 19. Semi-double; delicate rose, yellow center. No. 20. Double; rosy pink. No. 21. Double; white; petals frilled, mine at tip. No. 22. Double; pure white, slightly tinged yellow. No. 23. Single; ‘deep carmine-rose, yellow center. No. 24. Single: delicate pink, yellow center. No. 25. Clear rich rose; semi-double. No. 26. Semi-double; red, white center. No. 27. Deep rosy red. Very handsome. No. 28. One of the best of this collection. No. 29. A very delicate pleasing shade. No. 30. Beautifully formed flower, with handsome center. striped car- Japanese Tree Peonies We have imported this year direct from Japan the finest collection of these beautiful plants that can be obtained. They include all those beautiful shades that are peculiar to the herbaceous Peonies from a pure white to a deep crimson. We offer these in 25 separate varieties as follows : 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Set of 25 varieties for $15 New and Rare Peonies Under this heading we list twenty-four of the choicest of the newer and rarer sorts of Peonia Sinensis, em- bracing some of the most beautiful shades of this lovely flower. Set of 24 varieties for $12 Agnes Mary Kelway. A most delicate sort, with rosy pink outer petals and yellowish center. One of the earliest to flower. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. Aug. Lemonier. Beautiful dark crimson. Flower of superb form and very double. 50c. each, $5 per doz. ‘Boule de Neige. Magnificent largecup-shaped bloom. White lightly suffused with sulphur-yellow. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. Charlemagne. Very pale salmon-rose. A very deli- cate and pleasing shade. $1 each, $10 per doz. Claire Dubois. Very large globular flower, very full. A beautiful pink, with glossy reflex. 60 cts. each, $6 per doz. Large imbric’ted bloom, white re- flexed yellow. Center petals bordered carmine. A most distinct and striking variety. 6oc. ea., $6 per doz. Duchesse de Nemours. A superb ivory- ‘white vari- ety of the finest quality. 8&5 cts. each, $9 per doz. Duke of Wellington. Very large, well-formed sul- phur-white flowers. A magnificent sort. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. Edouard Andre. Immense globular bloom of a deep crimson-red, with metallic reflex. Very brilliant gol- den yellow Stamens forming a striking contrast. 60 cts. each, $6 per doz. Festiva maxima. One of the grandest varieties in existence. A beautiful pure white, sometimes tipped carmine. Flower enormous in size, very full and double. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Jeanne d@’Arc. Very beautiful soft pink flower, sul- phur-white and lively rose; center spotted carmine. One of the handsomest. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. La Rosiere. Pure white, tinged with silvery yellow. Flowers beautifully formed and growing in clusters. 85 cts. each, $9 per doz. Japanese Peony Madame Crousse. A magnificent pure white, with very large blooms. Buds especially fine. 60 cts. each, $6 per doz. Marie Lemoine. A _ beautiful sulphur-white lightly shaded chamois. Enormous flowers of the finest form. 60 cts. each, #6 per doz. Mad. de Verneville. A very chasie, creamy white variety. By far the finest of its shade. 75 cts. each, $8.50 per doz. Madame Emile Galle. Very large cup-shaped im- bricated flower of soft lilac, with center shaded soft flesh-color and cream. 60 cts. each, $6 per doz. Madame Florel. Beautiful large bloom of fine shape. Glossy ash-colored pink with darker center. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. 139 ) Alin gfon Grow Planfs Si S235 Sn PEONIES, continued Mons. Jules Elie. Considered one of the finest pink Peonies ever introduced. Immense full globular flowers of the finest pink shade deepening at base of petals, reflexed silvery pink. $1 each, $10 per doz. Mons. Krelage. Very broad, bright currant-red pet- als, with amaranth center. 60 cts. each, $6 per doz. Officinalis rosea superba. One of the most beau- tiful Peonies. Colo. a clear, bright pink. Flowers of superb size and form. 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. Reine des Francais. Flesh-pink, with white center shaded yellow. One of the freest-flowering of this collection. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. Rose d’Amour. Beautiful large flower of a soft fleshy pink. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. Souv. de VExposition Universelle. Enormous flowers of a bright cherry-red. Very brilliant with silvery reflex. 60 cts. each, $6 per doz. Zoe Calot. Considered by many to be the finest rose- colored Peony in existence. Flowers perfect in form, size and coloring, which is of a most pleasing shade of rose. $1 each, $10 per doz. Twelve Standard Paeonia Sinensis The following named varieties are all standard and well-tried sorts that have proved to be very satisfac- tory for the amateur gardener. Price of any of the following ; 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz. Set of 15 varieties, $4.50. Alexandrina. A handsome bright rose. Fine flower. Anemonaeflora rubra. A rich dark carmine-red. Duc de Cazes. A very dark rose, with center petals lighter. Hardy Phlox. Graffin von Lassburg (See page 141) 140 ‘ Oriental Poppy Duchesse d’Orleans. Pale rosy lake, with distinct salmon center. A very beautiful sort. Edulis superba. An extra-fine bright rose variety. One of the best and very sweet-scented. Festiva alba. A very fine pure white. Fideline. A very dark purplish crimson. L’Elegante. A brilliant rose-color, with well-formed globular flowers. Louis Van Houtte. A deep, dark red, one of the choicest of its color. Flower large and finely formed. Magnifica. A beautiful white slightly tinted flesh-color. Princess Mathilde. A fresh rose-col- ored self. Excellent formed flower; one of the most attractive of this collection. Prolifera tricolor. Handsome soft flesh-colored flower. Pulcherrima. A very delicate shade of soft, rosy white, with tinge of salmon in center. Rosea Elegans. A beautiful combina- tion of soft rose and salmon-yellow. Victoria. A rosy white, with yellowish center. Quite free-flowering. Peonies in Colors Double, in shades of red, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Double, in shades of white, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Double,in shades of pink, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Officinalis rubra. The old-fashioned deep red Peony. Very double and fra- grant. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Officinalis alba. A pure white form of the old-fashioned Peony. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Paeonia tenuifolia fl. pl. A fine dis- tinct species with handsome divided foliage. Flowers large, full, very dou- ble and of a deep blood-red. A dwarf, compact bloomer and in all respects a a superb addition to the herbaceous garden. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. Paeonia tenuifolia, Single Red. Similar to preceding, except in flowers, which are single and very attractive. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. PAPAVER (Hardy Poppy) NUDICAULE (Iceland Poppy ) A beautiful irace and among the most desirable of our herbaceous plants. The plant forms tufts of fern-like foliage, from among which the slender flower-stalks rise to about a foot in height and bear fra- grant, cup-shaped flowers. The profu- sion of blooms is astonishing, often a OoBy w.w.& aw sO!) & Co. BosTtON, MASS. PAPAVER NUDICAULE, continued hundred flower-stems appearing on a single plant, and they are produced from the beginning of June till October. They will thrive on any good garden soil, doing especially well in a sunny location. We offer them inthe following colors: Searlet, White, Yellow. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., #10 per 100. ORIENTALE (Oriental Poppy ) Orientale. The common variety of Oriental Poppy. The flowers are a bright scarlet with a black blotch at the base of each petal, and when in bloom in the spring they make a very brilliant display. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. ORIENTAL HYBRIDS The following named varieties are among the best of Oriental Poppies and give quite a wide range of colors. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Set of 12 varieties for $2.50 Blush Queen. A beautiful blush-pink. Brightness. Rich salmon, with brownish blotch at base of petals. Fire King. Dazzling scarlet. Large flower. Mahony. Deepest carmine, with white blotch on each petal. Parkmani. Very deep scarlet. One of the richest. Prince of Orange. Rich glowing orange. Proserpine. A deep rich pink. Psyche. Pale rosy lilac, shading to white. Royal Searlet. Rich glowing scarlet. Salmon Queen. Soft salmon-scarlet. Silver Queen. Silvery white, tinted pink. Trilby. A clear salmon-pink. HARDY PHLOX This magnificient family of Hardy Perennials may be well termed the most widely known and deservedly popular of all the various plants we have in our gardens. There is no perennial more worthy of culture, more satisfactory in every situation, or more suited for in- dividual planting or grouping for mass effect. They are at their best in the late fall, producing grand heads of flowers of the most varied and brilliant colors. We offer 18 of the finest varieties as follows: TWELVE NEW PHLOXES The following twelve varieties are the cream of the latest introductions. They are all large-flowering sorts and embrace nearly all the colors that Phlox can claim. Price for set of 12 complete, $6 Etoile de Nancy. Beautiful rose with white border ; | clear carmine eye. 40 cts. Edmond Rostand. Very large flowers. 60 cts. Dr. Charcot. A rich, clear violet. Very distinct. 60c. Fantome. Deep violet. One of the best. 50 cts. Flora Hornung. White, fiery carmine eye. 60 cts. Fort de France. A beautiful clear salmon. At its best in September. 50 cts. G. A. Strohlein. Brilliant orange-carmine. One of the handsomest varieties. 75 cts. Gruppenkonigin. A most beautiful fleshy rose. A continuous bloomer with immense heads of flowers. $1. Henry Regnault. A brilliant fiery, rosy carmine. A distinct and striking variety. 40 cts. Jocelyn. A unique shade of fiery orange. Very fine. 40 cts. Mounet Sully. Brilliant orange-carmine. 40 cts. Sindbad. Clear mauve with carmine eye. 40 cts. STANDARD PHLOXES 20 cts. each, $2 per doz., $12 per 100. Complete set of 18 varieties, $3 Boule de Feu. A bright vivid scarlet. Coquelicot. Fine pure scarlet with deep carmine eye. One of the most striking. Eclaireur. A deep carmine-rose with lighter center. Very early and continuous bloomer. Etna. A very deep red. Graffin von Lassburg. One of the finest pure white Phloxes in existence. Enormous heads made up out of very large individual flowers of the purest white. One of the handsomest lilacs. | | Mont Blanc. 5 UNION STREET Iris. Very large flowers, perfectly formed, bluish violet with large blue center. Jeanne d’Are. A superb late-flowering pure white. Le Feu de Monde. A deep rich scarlet; very fine. Leonardo da Vinci. A pure white, with large rosy red eye. Le Pole Nord. White, with crimson eye. One of the . best tall late-blooming varieties. Le Soleil. A beautiful soft rose, shaded pink. Con- tinuous bloomer during July, August and September. Mad. Meuret. Flame-color, changing to rich salmon. One of the best. Mad. Pape Carpentier. Immense white flowers of beautiful form. Pantheon. Deep salmon - rose. variety. Richard Wallace. Tall-growing variety; white with violet-red center. Saison’s Lierval. Large white flowers with deep rose eye. Very vigorous grower. Terre Neuve. A very bright red, striped white. Wolfgang von Goethe. A beautiful deep rose, with white eye. A very beautiful flowers Pyrethrums PYRETHRUM These are among the most charming of our hardy perennials, and are of the easiest culture. Flowers are aster-like in form and of the most beautiful coloring, giving a continuity of bloom throughout the summer. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Set of 6 varieties for $1.25 DOUBLE NAMED PYRETHRUM Alfred Kelway. Broad, massive crimson flowers. Empress. A beautiful blush-pink. Figaro. A fine rich carmine; very showy. Beautiful pure white; large and full. Mons. Barroll. Handsome rosy red. Rupert. A very bright rose. Free-flowering. SINGLE NAMED PYRETHRUM Aegeon. Handsome carmine, with white ring. Africana. Deep rich carmine. Beatrice Kelway. A very handsome cherry rose. Gazelle. Purple crimson. Paquet. Rosy purple. Princess Victoria. Brilliant carmine. 141 SHASTA DAISIES THREE NEW GIANT VARIETIES Extra-strong field-grown plants, 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz. Set of 3 varieties complete, for $1, postpaid The whole plant; roots, stems, leaves, Alaska. buds and flowers are gigantic, but com- pact and graceful in every respect. The marvelous combination of size, grace, glistening whiteness, abund- — RAWSON’S ~~ > SSL BEST SELECTION ance and general effectiveness of the flowers, which are borne on Jong, clean, strong stems, will place it at once far ahead of all others of its class Under the ordinary field cultivation given Chrysan- themums, the flowers average 4% to 5 inches across on stems 2 to 3 feet long, with 38 to 42 wide petals, and a very small disk, and with proper disbudding are pro- duced perpetually, though more abundantly at the usual blooming season. 1 7 Another giant in growth and in most California. respects similar to Alaska, but the buds and half-opened flowers are of a most pleasing clear, pale lemon-yellow, with two rows of petals. When a day or two old these gradually change to pure white. The combination is exceedingly pleasing. The flowers average 4 to 5 inches across, and with ordinary care and culture are produced perpetually. The com- mon. varieties of Chrysanthemum maximum are as weeds when compared with these. ; This is distinguished by its branching Westralia. habit, which is a strong character in one of the parents of the whole Shasta Daisy family— the Japanese Field Daisy. Well-grown plants are 3 to 4 feet high and nearly as much threugh; buds and newly-opened flowers are of a pleasing cream-color, semi-double, 3 to 4inches across and are produced on fairly long stems in bewildering profusion. TRILLIUM (Wood Lily) Hardy perennial, native plants, delighting in moist, shady places; flowering early in spring. Erectum. Dark purple. te cts, each, $1 per doz., $6 per 100. Grandiflorum. Large white, turning to pink. to cts. each, $1 per doz., $6 per 100 Stylosum. Large white and pink nodding flowers. 12 cts. each, $1.25 per doz,, $8 per 100. Undulatum (Painted Lily). White, marked scarlet. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz., $6 per 100. General List of Selected Perennials ACANTHUS mollis (Bear’s Breech). Deeply cut shiny foliage, flowers white. July to September. 3 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. ACHILLEA, ‘*The Pearl.’? Small double white flowers in open heads, blooming profusely all sum- mer. 2% feet. 15c. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. Millefolium rubrum. Bright red flowers in flat corymbs from June to September. Foliage fern- like. 18 inches. 15 cts. each, $1 50 per doz. ACONITUM Napellus. Darkblue flowers hooded in dense heads from July to September. 3feet. 20cts each, $2 per doz. Napellus album. Pure white hooded flowers. 2o0cts. each, $2 per doz. Napellus bicolor. Flower blue and white. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. AGROSTEMMA coronaria. An excellent plant for borders and of very easy cultivation. Flowers are bright crimson, blooming during June, July and August. 2 feet. 15 cts. each, $1.5c per doz. hybrida Walkeri. Bright pink flowers; quite large. June to September. 1% feet. 20c. each, $2 per doz. ALYSSUM saxatile compactum (Gold Dust). Large heads of golden yellow flowers in May and June. Silvery foliage. Finefor rockeries. 6inches. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. ANCHUSA Barrelieri. Deep blue flowers; fine for cutting. Blooms all summer. 2 feet. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. : sempervirens. Pretty blue flowers during summer months. 2 feet. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. ANEMONE Japonica. See page 133° ANTHEMIS Kelwayi. Bright yellow flowers ; daisy- like. July to Sept. 2 feet. 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. Achillea, ‘‘ The Pearl’? 142 5 UNION STREET Sorp ONLY BY ° i= awson & Co. BAPTISIA australis (False Indigo). Dark blue | flowers in long racemes. Foliage green and deeply cut. June and July. 3 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. BOCCONTA cordata (Plumed Poppy). Enormous panicles of buff or creamy white flowers borne above large, heart-shaped leaves. July to Septem- ber. 6 to 8 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. BOLTONIA latisquama. Very showy pink flowers, fine for cutting. Blooms very profusely during August and September. 4 to 5 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. CAMPANULAS. See page 134. CANDYTUFT, Perennial. See Iberis. | CANTERBURY BELLS. See page 134. | CARNATIONS, Hardy. See Dianthus, page 135. CARYOPTERIS Mastacanthus (Blue Spirea). One of the best fall-blooming plants. Sometimes classed asa shrub, but dies down to the roots in this climate. Flowers a rich blue and borne erect to a height of 2 to 2% feet. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. ' CENTAUREA macrocephalus. Deep _ yellow, thistle-like flowers often 4 inches across. Foliage somewhat serrate and quite ornamental. July and August. 3 feet. 20 cts, each, $2 per doz. montana. Large bluish purple flowers in July, Au- gust and September. 2 feet. 20c. each, $2 per doz. CERASTIUM tomentosum. One of the best low- growing perennials. Silvery foliage and white flow- ers in June and July. 4 in. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. CHELONE barbatus Torreyi (Pentstemon). A | stately brilliant flowering plant, with long, loose panicles of bright scarlet flowers. July. 4 to 5 feet. SELECTED PERENNIALS, continued 15 cts. each, $1 50 per doz. AQUILEGIA echrysantha. Flowers are a pure Lyoni. Beautiful heads of deep red flowers in Sep- golden yellow with long spurs. Very fragrant and tember. One of our showiest red perennials. 2oc. one of the best of the Columbines. June to Septem- each, $2 per doz. ber. 3ft. 15c. ea., $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. ehrysantha alba. A white-flowering form of above. coerulea. Large violet-blue and white flow- ers with long spurs. 2 to 3 feet. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. coerulea alba. A pure white form of Ceeru- lea. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. Rawson’s Long-spurred. See Novelties, page 131. ARABIS alpina. Charming white flowers in spring. Dwarf, free-flowering. 6inches. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. alpina fl. pl. A very beautiful double-flower- ing form of preceding. Pure white. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. ARMERIA formosa. Deep crimson flowers on stiff stems during the summer, above evergreen tufts of foliage. 1 foot. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. maritima (Cushion Pink). Purple-crimson flowers, similar to Formosa. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. ARTEMISIA Dracunculus (Tarragon Root). Pointed glossy foliage, used largely for sea- soning. 2to 3 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. ASPHODELUS luteus. A very handsome perennial with dense spikes of yellow flow- ers. June and July. 3 to 4 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. ASCLEPIAS tuberosa (Butterfly Weed). One of the showiest perennials. Flowers are a bright orange and are borne in terminal flat clusters. Will succeed best on dry soil. June to September. 2 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Halli. A pure white variety, with numbers of flat heads. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. ASTER, Named Varieties. See page 134. Convallaria majalis 143 RAWSON'S =_ > See BEST SELECTION SELECTED PERENNIALS, continued. CHRYSANTHEMUM Leucanthemum (Shasta Daisy). Very large, daisy-like flowers, often meas- uring 4 inchesacross. Three or more rows of petals of the purest paper-white and borne on single, stiff stems. In bloom from July to frost. 2 feet. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. maximum. Flowerslarge; petals pure white, center yellow, and often overlapping. Continues in bloom all summer and is perfectly hardy. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. Pompon. See page 134. uliginosum. See Pyrethrum, page 134. é CLEMATIS Davidiana. Beautiful pale blue flowers, very fragrant. Flowers from June to August. 3 ft. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. CONVALLARIA majalis (Lily-of-the- Valley). Large clumps of this popular spring-flowering plant | for planting in the garden. goc. each, $3 per doz. COREOPSIS delphinifolia. Handsome yellow flowers during summer. Considered by many to be the best Coreopsis we have. 20c. each, $2 per doz. lanceolata. A superb variety for cutting. Flowers are golden yellow and fully 3 inches in diameter Wonderfully profuse bloomer. June to frost. 2 ft. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per Ico, DELPHINIUM. See page 135. DIANTHUS piumarius, Named Varieties. page 135. Plumarius, Assorted. Hardy Carnation in colors of red, white and pink. June and July. 1 foot. 15c. each. $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. DICENTRA spectabilis (Bleeding Heart). Blooms in spring and has long, graceful racemes of rosy red flowers, with protruding white inner petals, 3 feet. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. DICTAMNUS Fraxinella (Gas Plant). Fragrant foliage and showy terminal racemes of light red flowers. June and July. 3 ft. 20c. each, $2 per doz. Fraxinella alba. A pure white form of the above. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. DIGITALIS. See page 135. DORONICUM plantagineum excelsum. See Very large orange-yellow flowers with darker center, borne during May, June and July. 2feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Funkia undulata media variegata Gaillardia grandiflora ECHINACEA purpurea (Cone Flower). “Large flowers with drooping pink-colored magenta rays and purplish crimson rounded center. June to Sep- tember. 4 feet, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Red Sunflower. See novelties, page 132. ECHINOPS Ritro (Globe Thistle). Large globular heads of blue, thistle-like flowers borne during July and August. 3 feet. 20 cts.each, $2 per doz. EDELWEISS. See Leontopodium. A very large and beau- Eremurus robustus. tiful perennial flowering first of June. The strong stems attain a height of 7 or 8 feet, bearing large soft rose flowers in dense spikes. $2.50 each. A very effective Eremurus Himalaicus. },.10" pciucine fine white flower about 1 inch in diameter. $2 each. | ERIGERON speciosus. Handsome light blue, finely cut petals with yellow center. In bloom from June sto October. 2 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. EULALIA Japonica gracillima. A very slender and graceful grass, beautifully striped. 4 feet. 2oc. each, $2 per doz. Japonica Zebrina. A handsome Japanese grass. bright green with yellow bars at intervals across the foliage. 3 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. — EUPATORIUM purpureum. Very large showy panicles of purple flowers. Will thrive in any kind of soil. 6 to 8 feet. August and September. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. i | FOXGLOVE. See Digitalis, page 135. GLAUCIUM luteum (Horned Poppy). FUNKIA undulata media variegata. Green leaves margined and edged white. Fine for borders and edgings. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. subcordata grandiflora. Large white flowers borne in heads. Foliage green, pointed; sweet- scented. 18inches. August and September. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. : GAILLARDIA grandiflora. One of the showiest of perennials. Ray flowers ranging from red to yel- low around a dark maroon center. 3 feet. June to frost. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. Bright yel- low flowers over glaucous foliage, very ornamental. 4 feet. July and August. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. 144 HEMEROCALLIS aurantiaca major. A recent variety of Day Lily. Large, trumpet-shaped flow- ers; fragrant; deep orange shade. Often measure 5 inches across. August to October. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz. flava (Day Lily). Bright yellow flowers during May and June. 2 feet. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. HEUCHERA sanguinea. Small, scarlet flowers in large, graceful panicles. One of the best of thescar- let perennials. 18 inches. June to October. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Brizoides. A most charming variety with handsome foliage and red flowers. Remains in flower from spring to September. Superb for cutting. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. HIBISCUS, Crimson Eye. Large showy white flow- ers, with a crimson-purple eye. August and Sep- tember. 6 to 7 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. militaris. Large, light pink flowers, crimson center. Julyto September. 5 to 6 feet. 20c. each, $2 per doz. Moscheutos albus (Swamp Mallow). Beautiful large white flowers in August and September. 3 to 4 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Moscheutos roseus. A pink form of above and one of the handsomest large-flowering perennials. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. HIERACIUM aurantiacum (Hawkweed). Orange- red flowers borne in flat heads. Very showy. 1 foot. July and August. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. HOLLYHOCK. See page £35. Helenium Bigelowii SELECTED PERENNIALS, continued GYPSOPHILA paniculata (Baby’s Breath). Mi- nute white flowers borne in enormous quantity in open panicles during summer months. Valuable for cutting. 3 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz., $10 per 100. paniculata fl. pl. See Novelties, page 132. HELENIUM Bigelowii. Handsome yellow flowers with brown center, borne during summer. Ray flowers serrated and overlapping in several rows. One of the finest of the yellow-flowering Composi- tz. 2 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. autumnale superbum. Large, yellow flowers, with drooping rays borne in immense panicles. One of the showiest of the tall-growing perennials. 6to 7 feet. Julyto September. 2oc. ea., $2 per doz. Hoopesii. Bright orange-yellow flowers from June to September. Very showy. 5 to 6 feet. 20 cts. ~ each, $2 per doz. pumilum magnificum. Grows 2% feet high, pro- ducing a great number of large, yellow flowers from June to autumn. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. HELIANTHUS wmultiflorus fl. pl. (Double Sun- flower). Large, double, yellow flowers during sum- mer and fall. 4 to 5 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. rigidus. A beautiful orange-yellow variety blooming from July to September. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. HELIOPSIS Pitcheriana. Deep orange - yellow flowers from early to late summer on long, stiff stems. Fine for cutting. 3 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. HELLEBORUS niger (Christmas Rose). Large, white flowers, blooming generally in March or April before spring arrives, but a few warm days in De- Bot cember or January will bring out the buds. $1 each, Z : aay Paap $10 per doz. Incarvillea Delavayi (See page 146) 145 Planfs — RAWSON’S = > SC BEST SELECTION Lupinus polyphyllus SELECTED PERENNIALS, continued UYPERICUM Moserianum (Gold Flower). Large showy yellow flowers from June tofrost. 18 inches. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. IBERIS sempervirens (Candytuft). Pure white flowers in flat heads, borne during April and May ; foliage evergreen. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. INCARVILLEA Delavayi. Very large rose-colored flowers lasting a long time. Rich green foliage. June to August. 2 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Delavayi grandiflora. See Novelties, page 132. IRIS, in variety. See pages 135, 136 and 137. LATHYRUS Iatifolius (Perennial Pea). Handsome red, white and pink pea-like flowers during summer. Fine for cutting. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. LEONTOPODIUM alpinum (Edelweiss). Very small flowers, hidden by star-like clusters of white, woolly leaves, giving the whole plant an appearance not unlike snow. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. LIATRIS pycnostachya. Handsome long spikes of rosy purple flower-heads borne during August and September. 4 to 5 feet. 20c. each, $2 per doz. spicata. Purple flower-heads on long, stiff spikes. June to August. 2 to 4 feet. 20c. each, $2 per doz. LILIUM, Hardy Varieties. See pages 137 and 138. LILY-OF-THE-VALLEY. See Convallaria. LINUM perenne. Pale blue flowers, with pretty evergreen foliage. June to November. 18 inches. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. LOBELIA cardinalis. Long dense spikes of hand- some rich cardinal-red flowers. Strong plants often produce ro to 18 of these spikes. Bloom in August | and September. 3 to 4 feet. 20c. each, $2 per doz. LUPINUS polyphyllus (Lupin). Deep blue pea- shaped flowers on Jong spikes. June to September. 2to3ft. 20cts. each, $2 per doz. polyphyllus albus. A pure white form of the above. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. LYCHNIS Chalcedonieca (London Pride). Brilliant scarlet flowers in close heads. June to September. 3 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Flos-cuculi (Cuckoo Flower). Very deep red flow- ers in clusters. Bloom all summer. 2 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Haageana. Showy orange-scarlet and pink flowers in large heads. June to September. 18 inches. 20 each, $2 per doz. visearia splendens fl. pl. Bright rose flowers in spikes. 1 to 1% feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. semperflorens. Clusters of double deep rose-col- ored flowers. Very pretty. 20c. each, $2 per doz. LYTHRUM roseum superbum. A very free-flow- ering plant of robust habit, producing long, showy spikes of rosy red flowers during the summer months. 3 to 4 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. MALVA moschata (Musk Mallow). Handsome pink flowers. June to August. 2 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. moschata alba. A white form of the above. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. MONARDA didyma. Bright scarlet, extremely showy flowers in terminal heads. July to Septem- ber. 2 to 3 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. MYOSOTIS palustris semperflorens (Forget-me not). Bright blue flowers with yellow center, pro- duced from May to September. Thrive well in shady places. 1 foot. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100. alpestris Victoria. The common Forget-me-not. Deep blue. 5 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz., $3 per 100. NIEREMBERGIA Rivularis. Large cup-shaped white flowers. All summer. 1 foot. One of the finest perennials for rockeries and borders. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. OENOTHERA Youngii. Bright lemon-yellow flow- ers on pendulous branches ; shiny glaucous foliage. June to September. 2 ft. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Fraseri. Rich golden yellow flowers. 12 to 18 inches. June to September. 20c. each, $2 per doz. Cnothera Youngii 146 [SELECTED PERENNIALS, continued PENTSTEMON Digitalis. Purple-white foxglove- shaped flowers, in spikes. July and August. 2 to 3 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. See, also, Chelone. PEONY. See pages 139 and 140. PHLOX, Hardy, in variety. See page 141. Caroliniana, yar. ovata. A splendid dwarf Phlox, with large purplish red flowers. Handsome foliage. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz., $12 per 100. divaricata. Early- flowering, fragrant, lavender- blue flowers. May and June. 6 tog inches. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. subulata. Creeping plants with evergreen moss-like foliage, completely hidden under a blanket of rose- colored flowers in early spring. 6 inches. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. subulata alba. A white form of the above. each, $1.50 per doz. PHYSOSTEGIA Virginiana. A very ornamental perennial, bearing showy pink flowers on spikes during August and September. 3 to 4 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Virginiana alba. A pure white form of the above. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. speciosa. Beautiful pink-flowering hardy perennial. Flowers borne on spikes during July. 2 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. PLATYCODON. See Wahlenbergia. POLEMONIUM coeruleum grandiflorum. Hand- some border plant, with terminal spikes of sky- blue flowers. June and July. 2 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Richardsoni. Very large deep blue flowers in pani- cles. July to September. 2 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. 15 cts. 2 DE Vou Rudbeckia, Golden Glow SOLD ONLY w.w.& aw sOn & Co, 5 UNION STREET SS BOSTON, MASS. POLYGONUM cuspidatum. A very strong- growing peren- nial producing clouds of creamy white flowers; one of the most effec- tive for mass- ing. 5 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. POPPY, Peren- nial. See pages 140 and 141. PYRETHRUM hybridum, Named Va- rieties. See page 141. uliginosum. One of our fin- est fall-flower- ing perennials. Very robust- growing plants, single white flowers in large open panicles. Au- gust to Octo- ber. 5 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. RANUNCULUS acris fl. pl. (Buttercup ). Double golden yellow flowers. May to September. 2 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. RHUBARB, Victoria. The best garden variety of Rhubarb. Often used for ornamental purposes. Large panicles of creamy white flowers thrown well above the foliage during July. 15 cts. per root, $1.50 per doz. RUDBECKIA, Golden Glow. Flowers beautiful golden yellow and very double. Marvelous contin- uity of bloom from Junetill late fall. 6 to 8 feet. 15 cts. each, $1.25 per doz., $8 per 100. Newmanni. Orange-yellow flowers in large heads, with purplish brown disk. July to frost. 2 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. SALVIA azurea grandiflora. Sky-blue flowers in great profusion. 3 to 4 feet. August and Septem- ber. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. SCABIOSA Caueasica. Pale lilac flowers about 3 inches across, and are borne continuously through- out the summer. 2 feet. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Caucasica alba. A white-flowering form of pre- ceding. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. SEDUM spectabile. Handsome rose-colored flowers in immense heads, during late fall. One of the best fall perennials. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Scabiosa Caucasica 147 7) Arlin SELECTED PERENNIALS, continued SEDUM hybridum. Handsome summer- flowering perennial with broad heads of yellow flowers. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Lydium. A pretty dwarf-growing variety with rose- pink flowers in August and September. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Glo Grown Plans