Historic, archived document Do not assume content reflects current scientific knowledge, policies, or practices. ' | PREG RARER RRA Te a RETESET PRE A pa Please Read This Page Carefully SPECIAL NOTICE The best assurance for you of the purity of our stock, and evidence of the extreme care we exercise in keeping it clean and true to name is that we number among our best customers thousands who, year after year, con- tinue to select our stock exclusively for their needs. Should any stock prove otherwise, we shall be happy to immediately replace it, or to return the money paid, but it is understood that we are not liable for any amount beyond our replacement or refund offer. Certificate of inspection is at- tached to each shipment. HOW TO ORDER. To insure receipt of stock when wanted, order as early as possible. Use our standard order blank, as we can more quickly check and fill order. Be sure that your name and address are clearly written. In your address give post office, county and state, and state clearly to what points goods are to be sent. If shipping address is different than residence post office, be sure that you give us the correct shipping point. To avoid error, and to check off plants when they arrive, keep a correct copy of your order. Ladies will oblige us by prefixing their names with “Mrs.” or ‘“‘Miss.” No change or countermand of an order may be considered as final without our written consent. ; SIZE OF ORDER. Because of the care we take in packing, wrapping, etc., of all orders, and the cost of entering, recording and billing, we can not undertake to fill an order for less than one dollar. SUBSTITUTION. It is our custom, should the supply of a variety become exhausted (which occasionally occurs in all nurseries), to substitute in its stead a similar sort, properly labeled, of course. When it is desired that we shall not do this, it must be so stated in the order. To simply affix the words “No Substitution” is all that is necessary. PACKING is executed with the utmost care. Special pains are taken to pack lightly, thereby re- ducing the expense of transportation to a minimum. All goods at prices quoted are packed free. Everything is labeled. SHIPPING. We deliver all goods to forwarders here without charge, after which our control ————__ ceases, consequently our responsibility also. We particularly caution patrons against ordering Perennial Plants and Strawberry Plants shipped by freight; they should always go by express, or in small lots by mail. Transportation charges on all goods shipped by freight or ex- press are to be paid by the purchaser, unless arranged otherwise. ALL CANADIAN SHIPMENTS, either by express or mail, must have transportation charges prepaid. Customers will oblige us, therefore, by adding sufficient funds to cover this item. SHIPMENTS BY PARCEL POST. Many plants offered can be shipped to advantage by parcel post, especially to nearby points. On inside back cover page will be found a table of rates and of weights of such things as may be forwarded by mail, by which patrons are enabled to determine the cost of postage. In ordering shipment by parcel post, please do not omit to send the proper amount to cover cost of stamps, together with cost of insurance. TERMS. Payment should be made at time of ordering or before shipment. We prefer to make ——_ no shipment C. O. D., but will, when requested, ship in this way, provided twenty-five per cent. of the amount of an order is sent with the order, with return charges added. Kindly remit by Postal Money Order, Registered Letter, Draft, or Express Money Order. Please do not ask us to open accounts for less than $10.00 orders. Prices in this catalog cancel previous quotations. The prices quoted are for the quantities specified, but six, fifty or five hundred of a variety will be supplied at dozen, hundred, and thousand rates respectively. Hundred lots may not be made up at hundred rates of less than fifty of a variety. CLAIMS, if any, should be made upon receipt of goods, when they will be carefully and cheer- ully examined and, if just, all made satisfactory. Claims made after fifteen days from receipt of goods will not be entertained. We endeavor to send out only good stock in good con- dition, carefully packed, in all cases; but success or failure depends in so large a degree upon the cae ane management after received, that we do not, because we cannot, undertake to guarantee stock to live. LOCATION. Lovett’s Nursery is one mile from Little Silver Depot, two miles from Red Bank, forty miles from New York City and five miles from Long Branch. To reach it from New York, take the Central Railroad of New Jersey (foot of Liberty Street or 23rd Street) or the Pennsylvania Railroad (Hudson Terminal or 32nd Street and Seventh Avenue). From Philadelphia, take the Pennsylvania Railroad (Broad and Market Streets) or the Phila- delphia and Reading Railroad (Bound Brook Route) WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH, Little Silver, N. J. POSTAL TELEGRAPH, Red Bank, N. J. LONG DISTANCE TELEPHONE, No. 2200, Red Bank, N. J. Pe farden Hi bhyist A dedication of this fiftieth anniversary catalog to the memory of our founder, Mr. J. T. Lovett, Sr., for whom this great nursery stands today as a monument to Mus ideals and as an expression of lus love for gardens. OT alone by the nursery which bears his name is Mr. J. T. Lovett known. His work and love for plants have passed far beyond the circle of this com- ‘pany and its customers until the name of Lovett is significant wherever the thought or conversation turns to nursery stock. His years of enthusiasm in a work that be- came his hobby have left a distinct and lasting tribute in the accomplishments he made. Those years saw the introduction by him of many varieties, among them the Caco Grape; the Cuthbert, Golden Queen and St. Regis Raspberries; the Mt. Pocono, Joy and Mersereau Blackberries; the Van Fleet Hybrid Strawberries (including Early Jersey Giant, John H. Cook and Edmund Wilson); the Three Lovett Sisters Climb- ing Roses (Alida, Bess and Mary), and many others that are likewise the very best in their respective classes. The boy who after hours of work in the farm fields could yet find time for his hobby, a garden of plants and flowers by the side of the house, and who later carried that idealism and love into his life’s work, has left for you a heritage of wisdom and experience from which you can draw profit and pleasure in your garden, whether you work amidst growing and blooming things as a hobby or a livelihood. The ground that man prepares and plants returns to him many fold what he has given it. The inspiration of the flower turning its head to the sun after a storm; the courage of the first blossom peeping through the last snows of spring, as well as the glorious farewell of the last rose of summer; the hope and strength of plants of varied hue as they laugh and dance in the breeze; the rhythm and grace of sway- ing trees, and the poetry of budding branches, bring to man an enthusiasm that makes his garden a satisfaction and a de- light, and a source of joy forever, that buoys him up and helps him to carry on. And the hobby of Mr. Lovett brought him joy both from the plants and flowers he loved, and from the pleasure that his careful work gave to others in their flowers, for his indeed was a work of devotion—a life spent in grow- ing, guarding and improving those plants that now can make your garden hobby the sunshiniest moments of your life. a ay 2 LOVETT’S NURSERY, LITTLEST ye ee jg 4 Roses A Presentation of the Best Varieties USTLY, in any garden guide, to the Rose belongs first consideration. For no flower has been more idyllized in prose or poem than the Rose. Wherever flowers, with all of their accompanying meaning of beauty and fragrance, are mentioned, tis the Rose that first springs to mind. And as it has builded the hope GOLDEN EMBLEM A New Yellow Rose of Exceptional Merit The Hybrid Tea (Everblooming) Roses we offer will provide a ‘ If in doubt which varieties to select, let us call your special attention to the Lovett Dozen of Hybrid Tea Roses offered in the collection on page 7. liberal display of flowers this coming June. of satisfaction in the desires of flower lov- ers, none shall be disappointed, for per- sonal preference and secret longings for odors, colors, or shades of tender meaning, all will find their answer in the heart of a Rose. Among the first to bloom and with us until the end, the Rose has carved a niche in the heart of mankind that no other, no matter how fair or precious, can hope to efface. Cultural Directions Dig out the bed to a depth of 12 inches, scattering 3 to 4 inches of good top soil in the bottom of the trench. On top of this put well decayed manure to a depth of 4 to 5 inches and mix thoroughly with the top soil already in the trench. Then place good quality top soil over this until the bed is just a trifle higher than the surrounding ground. Set the Rose bushes 2 or 3 feet apart each way, placing them a little deeper than they have been growing in the nursery row, as indicated by soil marks on the bark. All budded Roses should be planted so that the place where the bud was inserted comes at least an inch or two beneath the sur- face of the new bed. All classes of Roses should be pruned back severely at time of planting. a Note Carefully We supply both budded and own-root Roses. Where varieties do best on their own roots we endeavor to supply that type. On the other hand, where a variety is constitutionally weak we supply budded stock. Early in the season we shall supply heavy, field-grown dormant plants; later (May) we propose to ship out these same strong plants—but pot grown, and they will reach customers in leaf. Late in the season we reserve the privilege to 1 substitute un- w less the cus- 2 ‘ tomer states TS Y expressly: “Do < NAUZ not substitute.” ae AW 6 FLEE fry ANNI ERS AR 50137 8)- 19.26 ag Hardy Everblooming Roses Uniform prices for all varieties (unless quoted otherwise), heavy field-grown plants, each, 90c; dozen, $9.00; 100, $60.00. K. A. VICTORIA A Favorite for Years Alexander Hill Gray—The long, pointed buds de- velop into large flowers of perfect form. They open lemon-yellow and assume a darker shade as they reach full size and maturity. One of the most satisfactory of all garden Roses, with attrac- tive, glossy, disease-resistant foliage. Amelia Gude — A cross between Columbia and Sunburst which has produced a beautiful yellow Rose, center shading to cream; very fragrant. Very vigorous, upright grower and free bloomer. Hardy. America—A very popular garden Rose. Growth moderate, with good foliage. Flowers of ex- quisite form, fine substance, light glowing rose pink and of delightful fragrance. Antoine Rivoire—Flowers large, double and of fine form; very fragrant; color rosy-flesh, with yellow ground, shaded with border of carmine. Betty — Produces blooms of supreme beauty, especially late in the season. Its large, exquisitely scented petals are of a glowing coppery-rose color suffused with gold. Cheerful — Shining orange-flame flowers, with heavy orange-yellow markings at base of petals. Clara Watson—Pearl-white, peach colored center. Columbia—Deservedly one of the most popular among rose-pink varieties. Immense flowers are slightly tinged with yellow at base of petals. Long, strong stems. Flowers of great substance and fine lasting qualities; possess delightful fra- grance. See illustration on page 7. Constance—A free flowering variety producing beautiful, long orange-yellow buds of perfect form, opening to a rounded flower of golden-yel- low. Crusader—Rich, velvety crimson of bright hue and of massive form, this Rose is one of the very finest of the reds. The flowers are very large, and extremely double, with petals of splen- did substance. Crimson Queen—One of the best and largest of the crimson flowered sorts. Dean Hole—Very fragrant, silvery carmine flow- ers of attractive shape. Exceptionally large, but blooms only moderately. Double White Killarney—Snowy white blooms with enormous petals. The opening buds are beautiful, but the flower is lacking in petals. Practically identical with the other forms of Kil- larney except in color, and has all their faults and virtues. It is one of the really reliable white Roses for bedding and cutting. Duchess of Wellington — Enormous, tapering buds, of golden-orange, slowly opening to very sweetly scented; large, saffron-colored flowers; of great size and substance. ETOILE DE FRANCE A Choice Red Variety LOVETT’S NURSERY, LITTLE SLLEVER ee Everblooming Roses (Continued) Uniform prices for all varieties (unless quoted otherwise), heavy field-grown plants, each, 90c; dozen, $9.00; 100, $60.00. J. J. L. MOCK Eldorado—In this we have an exact counterpart of Miss Lolita Armour, in the large sized flowers of distinct formation, vigorous growth and free flow- ering habit and fragrance, but in color it is of the golden-yellow that is peculiar to the climbing Rose, Marechal Neil, with the base of the petals slightly tinted red. Each, $1.25; dozen, $12.50. Edward Mawley—One of the finest of all dark crimson Roses. A true perpetual-flowering Hy- brid Tea. Received the gold medal of the National Rose Society of England. Etoile de France—A grand, deep red Rose which blooms all summer. Flowers are large, full vel- vety crimson and richly fragrant. Illustrated on page 3. Frank W. Dunlop—tThe color is a most pleasing shade of soft pink, deepening towards the center. Bud perfect in form and substance, long and pointed, opening full and double. Francis Scott Key—Fine, erect grower of great hardiness; very double crimson flowers of noble make-up. Golden Emblem—Intensely yellow buds; blooms of superb shape and texture, borne freely on erect, branching plants; attractive, glossy foliage. One of the finest Roses ever introduced. Each, $1.25; dozen, $12.50. Illustrated on page 2. Gruss an Teplitz—The one variety that is al- ways in bloom—and we mean it! A bright, pleas- ing crimson. Splendid for bedding. Illustrated on page 6. Hermosa—Light pink, well formed and borne in clusters. For continuous bloom, this Rose is a veritable wonder. Very fine for bordering drive- ways, because of its hardy, neat growth. 4 Hoosier Beauty—Dark red flowers of noble shape and pronounced fragrance. Jonkheer J. L. Mock—Clear imperial pink, re- verse of petals rosy silvery white. A giant of the La France type. Awarded two gold medals, one silver medal, and five first prizes in Europe. Kaiserin Augusta Victoria—After serving for a third of a century this still is, to our minds, the grandest white in cultivation. A continuous bloomer, producing quantities of snow white flowers from June until frost. Illustrated on page 3. Killarney—Of a lovely deep pink, equally at- tractive in bud or full bloom. Killarney Brilliant—An even darker pink than Killarney. Flowers of true Killarney type. Splendid grower and free bloomer. Lady Hillingdon—One of the most popular va- rieties, producing yellow flowers of a particular- ly pleasing apricot shade. It is one of the most free flowering. Like most of the yel- low varieties, it is of rather weak growth; how- ever, it is one of the most fragrant. Legion (Amer. Legion)—The color is a pleas- ing shade of cerise which it retains until all the petals have fallen; a great producer. KILLARNEY A Favorite That Will Always Rank Among the Most Popular PF Eee EE a AcINtINGE NB RS ArkeyY -; 8:7'82--1 912.8 4 Hardy Everblooming Roses (Continued) Uniform prices for all varieties (unless quoted otherwise), heavy field-grown plants, each, 90c; dozen, $9.00; 100, $60.00. season. $12.50. Los Angeles—Bears enormous flowers of a flame pink toned with coral and shaded with gold at the base of the petal. Fragrant as an Ameri- can Beauty. Vigorous growth. Each, $1.25; dozen, $12.50. Louise Catherine Breslau—Astonishing in color. Salmon-red buds, opening to large flowers of orange-pink, glowing with yellow and copper. Double, but open cupped form when fully ex- panded. Color is retained well when cut. Stem is stiff, but not long. Grows bushy and vigor- ous, foliage glossy. Repays extra care and is effective in beds. Madame Abel Chatenay—Carmine tinted salmon. Flowers large, exquisitely formed and charming- ly colored. Mme. Butterfly—Fine, light pink buds and flow- ers, tinted with gold near base of petals; exquisite shape; richly perfumed. Madame Caroline Testout—Brilliant satiny rose, deepening at center and bordered with silvery rose; immense, broad petals and extremely large flowers. Mad. Marcel Delaney—Delicate color shaded with hydrangea-pink. Flowers large, full and fragrant. Maman Cochet—The finest and best pink Rose for blooming out-of-doors. The buds are very large, hand- some and of pointed form; the flowers are full and fine, flesh pink with saffron at base of petals. Plant of strong growth, very hardy and a free bloomer, (bloom- ing all the time). Miss Lolita Armour — Deep coral-red with golden-yellow suffusion. Base of petals golden yellow with cop- pery sheen. A strong, vigorous grower. Each, $1.25; dozen, $12.50. Mrs. Aaron Ward — RADIANCE One of the most de- A Glorious Pink pendable of all garden Rose Roses. Its deep Indian yellow flowers, agree- ably shaded in various tints of orange, are pro- duced throughout the The long and shapely buds are particularly attractive. Mad. Ed. Herriot—Buds coral-red, shaded yellow at base; me- dium size, semi-double. rosy-scarlet, passing to shrimp-red; buds long, slender and pointed. Color is like sunshine on copper red metal. Open flowers coral-red, shaded yellow, Each, $1.25; dozen, Mrs. Charles Russell—Large, globular, well formed, highly per- fumed flowers, very double, of a rosy-carmine with rosy-scarlet center; it is of strong, branching habit with splendid foliage. Ophelia — Salmon-flesh, shaded rose, with a chamois-color center. The buds and flowers are beautifully formed and colored. Premier—Vigorous plants of robust constitution. Flowers are borne singly on stiff, almost thorn- less stems. A rich dark pink of full shape and fine size. Fragrance delightful. Radiance—One of the most gorgeous American sorts as yet introduced. The large, finely formed flowers are silvery pink and very brilliant. Free bloomer and sturdy grower. Red Radiance—A clear red form of the popular Radiance Rose. Exceedingly hardy and one of the most dependable of all Hy- brid Tea Roses. Rhea Reid — The color is a vivid scarlet crimson, and the flowers are marvels of beauty; large, bold and of splendid sub- stance. LOVETT’S NURSERY, LITTLE SILVER, soo ag Hardy Everblooming Roses (Continued) Uniform prices for all varieties (unless quoted otherwise), heavy field-grown plants, each, 90c; dozen, 39.00; 100, $60.00. SOUV. DE CLAUDIUS PERNET A Popular French Rose of Exquisite Beauty Robin Hood—Bright, rosy-crimson of a peculiar- ly soft and pleasing hue. Plants vigorous and free blooming. Rose Marie—As beautiful as its name! clear rose-pink, most fragrant flowers. Large, Vigorous. Souv. de Claudius Pernet—Another season’s re- ports from all sections see this peerless Rose emerge triumphantly as the most dependable golden-yellow garden Rose of today. It is equally charming in bud, or while opening, and after fully blooming. The plants grow freely, and produce flowers liberally. It has very attrac- tive green foliage and, in common with all Pernetiana Roses, is quite thorny. Each, $1.25; dozen, $12.50. Souvenir de Georges Pernet—lIt is a strong, vig- orous grower and produces its large flowers which are beautiful in both bud and fully developed bloom and which are of an intense oriental red, shading to cochineal-carmine at the margin of the petals, the whole being suffused with a golden sheen; a brilliancy of coloring. Each, $1.25; dozen, $12.50. Sunburst—Long, lovely buds, which open to large, perfectly formed and double flowers of sulphur-yellow, makes this one of the most at- tractive varieties in its color class. Strong plants of spreading habit; quite hardy, but in common with the majority of yellow Roses appreciates protection in cold climates. Templar — Clear, bright red, of exceedingly double form and with fine, strong stems. William F. Dreer—Wonderfully beautiful flow- ers of golden fawn and orange-pink; moderately fragrant. Each, $1.25; dozen, $12.50. White Maman Cochet—A _ duplicate of its parent, the well-known and justly popular Maman Cochet. Color, creamy white, tinged on the edges of the petals with pink. One of the finest white Roses for outdoors. “Gill IRD. HIGH QUALITY AND SERVICE it Kansas City, Mo. I want to tell you that I sincerely appreciate the very great courtesy and care which you extended to me in connection with my small order No. 2610. I have never received anything at any time from the Lovett Nursery ex- cept the same courtesy and con- sideration. The roses were splendid field grown plants, and any failure on their part would certainly not be due to any fault of yours. MINNIE LONG SLOAN. 5 GRUSS AN TEPLITZ a Bl Rr? Ee ANINEV BERSAR Y.)187 8 =31928 5G pas: a ee Sie TOVERDS SUPERB” COLUMBIA This collection, carefully selected by our experts, assures a most attractive assortment of Roses. In fact, for many homes, it will constitute all the Roses required for a very handsome and satis- A very material saving from the price of single specimens. K. A. Victoria—(Color’ plate, page 3). These 12 Hardy Roses, Columbia— (Color plate, page 7). us Maman Cochet. O y $8, Duchess of Wellington. Etoile de France—(Color plate, page 3). Radiance. Golden Emblem— (Shown in color on page 2). Red Radiance. Gruss an Teplitz—(Color plate, page 6). Sunburst. Selected 2-year Field- J. J. L. Mock. Wm. F. Dreer. grown Plants factory planting. 7 Hybrid Perpetual Roses Heavy field-grown plants, each, 75c; dozen, $7.50; 100, $50.00. ITH the exception of Rosa Rugosa, these are the hardiest of all Roses. They are of vigorous, upright habit, with large leaves and very large, full, double, richly fragrant flow- ers, which are produced in profusion in June. In order to obtain the finest flowers, prune severe- ly in early spring, manure liberally and hoe often; plant 2 to 3 feet apart. Alfred Colomb—Bright red; one of the best. Captain Christy—Of delicate flesh color, with both buds and flowers large. Frau Karl Druschki (White American Beauty or Snow Queen) — Snow-white; flowers extremely large, yet beautifully formed. Growth is strong and vigorous. Abundant bloomer. General Jacqueminot — Brilliant red or scarlet- crimson; large and full. Very fragrant. Geo. Ahrends (Pink American Beauty)—Bound to become as popular as Druschki. Strong, robust grower, making a sturdy bush; free bloomer and absolutely hardy everywhere. The color is deli- cate pink; deliciously fragrant. George Dickson—Velvety black-crimson, reverse veined deep crimson-maroon, with Tea Rose per- fume. J. B. Clark—After twenty years this Rose still ranks among the foremost. Deep scarlet, shaded blackish maroon. Flowers are of ex- ceptional size and are produced freely during June and again in the fall. Mad. Gabriel Luizet—Light pink. sort. A splendid Magna Charta—Extra large, full flowers of un- usual depth; bright rose-pink in color. FRAU KARL DRUSCHKI Known as the White American Beauty PAUL NEYRON Much Reduced Paul Neyron—The largest of all Roses; bright, clear, shining pink; finely scented. Prince Camille de Rohan—Very deep crimson, shaded maroon on inner petals. One of the oldest stand-bys and still unsurpassed in many ways. Ulrich Brunner—Among the largest of all Hy- brid Perpetuals, when properly grown and dis- budded. A bright cherry-red of great bril- liancy. Special Offer SIX LEADERS We shall be glad to supply one the six outstanding plant each of favorites: 1 F. K. Druschki 2 Gen. Jacqueminot 3 J. B. Clark 4 Magna Charta 5 Paul Neyron 6 Ulrich Brunner STANDARD OR TREE ROSES Hybrid Perpetual varieties, budded on strong 3 foot stems of the well-known Rugosa Rose: Frau Karl Druschki—White. Hugh Dickson—Crimson. Paul Neyron—Pink. Price, $3.50 each FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 og America’s Finest Climbing, Trailing and Pillar Roses Price (except as noted), strong two-year field-grown plants, 75c each; $7.50 per dozen; $50.00 per 100. know this climbing and trailing species of Rose, make their greatest contribution to beauty by converting a bleak wall or a barren trellis into a sightly spot. Their folli- age provides a screen against the sun and, when needed, against intruding eyes. The sternness of a fence is softened by their blossoms and sprightliness. Pee as we have come to It was our pleasure and great honor to have as a near neighbor for many years the late Dr. Van Fleet. His work in strengthening Rambler Roses has made him famous. As a natural consequence of his many years of study and experiment his hybrids have established for themselves a pre- eminent place. You will find the best of them listed in the following pages —particularly directing your atten- tion to the three varieties, named The Lovett Sisters, on page 10. EXCELSA RAMBLER A Wonderful Climber PAUL’S SCARLET CLIMBER Sensational Climbing Rose You Should by all Means Grow Through intimate contact with lead- ers in the field and careful attention to cultural requisites we can offer a col- lection of Climbing Roses, each proven to be the best of its particular color or type. The conditions they must meet in your gardens were anticipated by the tests we gave them at the nursery. Aviateur Bleriot—Clusters of saffron-yellow flowers, with centers of golden-yellow. Very vigorous and consequently a profuse bloom- er year after year. Considered by many the finest yellow climbing Rose in cultivation to- day. Each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Climbing American Beauty—Of the same color and fragrance as the popular variety whose name it bears. It is wonderfully free flowering and an exquisite variety. An early bloomer, flowers being borne either singly or in clusters of three. Of fine form and fra- grance. Crimson Rambler—Oldest and best known of the ramblers. Everyone is familiar with its large clusters of crimson flowers. Dorothy Perkins — Clear shell-pink, double Roses in clusters that are very lasting. It is a strong grower, very hardy, and a marvelously profuse bloomer. 16 LOVETT’S NURSERY, LITTLE SLL VER Meee Climbing Roses (Continued) Price (except as noted), strong two-year field-grown plants, 75c each; $7.50 per dozen; $50.00 per 100. Dr. W. Van Fleet—Delicate, shell-pink, mildly perfumed flowers are produced abundantly. The charming buds are large and pointed, while the open blooms are large and most attractive. Splen- did for cutting. Emily Gray—A hardy yellow climbing Rose. Buds of attractive shape borne on long, stiff stems. Ernest Grandpier—Splendid for cut flowers. It is glistening white, and very double. A thrifty grower and one of the very finest. Each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Excelsa (Red Dorothy Perkins)—Brilliant crim- son. Has the vigor and profuse bloom of the Dorothy Perkins, and its double flowers of good size are borne in clusters of thirty to forty each. Excelsa is an improved Crimson Rambler. Flower of Fairfield—A truly everblooming Crim- son Rambler, practically mildew-proof and of hardiest constitution. Gardenia (Hardy Marechal Niel) — The very pretty, pointed buds of this Rose are nankeen yellow, turning to waxy white when expanded, MARY LOVETT A Van Fleet Rose of Unusual Charm and are held on long stems. Lady Gay—A most profuse bloomer, in large, loose clusters. Its color is soft cherry pink, changing to blush white. Mary Wallace—A Dr. Van Fleet hybrid, of the Pillar Rose type, forming strong, upright bushes 6 to 8 feet tall. It blooms with great freedom during June, and again bears a liberal crop of flowers during late summer and fall. The semi- double flowers are of bright, clear rose pink color with salmon tints at base of petals. It is one of the largest of all Wichuraiana hybrids, its flowers exceeding 4 inches in diameter. Strong field- grown plants, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. The Lovely Trio of “LOVETT SISTERS” CLIMBING ROSES Price, heavy field-grown plants, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Among Rose hybridizers few have to their credit a greater number of worth while creations than the late Dr. Van Fleet. All the Van Fleet hybrids are particularly valuable in having deep, glossy mildew-proof foliage. We count the three Van Fleet Hybrids, offered on this page, among the really triumphant achievements of Dr. Van Fleet’s life. aS GARDENIA CLIMBER SPECIAL OFFER We will supply one each of the three lovely Lovett Sisters Rose, strong field- $2 50 ° grown plants, for Alida Lovett—In habit it is quite like the popular Van Fleet Rose, but with larger and more beautiful, mildew- proof foliage, while the color of the flower is brighter. Both buds and flowers are large, of ideal form, and held on stiff stems a foot and a half to two feet long, and the color is a lively, bright shell-pink with shad- ings of rich sulphur at the base of the petals—a com- bination that is both novel and beautiful. The plant is of strong growth, a free bloomer and of ironclad hardihood; flowering for a long season. Bess Lovett—Is of strong growth, with large, glossy Silver Moon-like foliage, and, what is remarkable in a climbing Rose, the flowers are exquisitely fragrant. Flowers are lavishly produced; are of good size, double, full and cupped form, being similar in makeup to the Climbing American Beauty, but very much brighter red in color and more fragrant by far. Mary Lovett—This is much like the beautiful Dr. W. Van Fleet Rose, except in that the large, full flowers are pure snow white. They are held on long, strong stems and are delightfully sweet-scented. 10 a PPE i hic AN NEW EB RISIACR YS ; 1878-1928 ot The Choicest Climbing Roses Price (except as noted), strong two-year field-grown plants, 75c each; $7.50 per doz.; $50.00 per 100. Paul’s Scarlet Climber—A very fine English sort of recent introduction. It surely has won a place for itself, with its large, brilliant, scarlet flowers produced in glorious profusion. Though but semi-double, the flowers are of surprisingly large size and borne long after the June bloomers have seen their day. Winner of many highest awards. Heavy two-year-old field-grown, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Purity—A white of exceptional size and beauty. Pronounced the finest semi-double white in culti- vation to date. Heavy two-year-old field-grown, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Roserie (Red Tausendschoen)—Here is the deep, cerise pink or carmine companion of the very popular “Thousand Beauties.” It is as free blooming and of the same vigorous habit of growth. Silver Moon—lIts buds are exquisite in form and color, and its many semi-double flowers are very pretty and decorative, opening a soft nankeen- yellow and quickly changing to pure silvery white; are four.inches or more in diameter and slightly perfumed. Each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Tausendschoen (Thousand Beauties) — A fine Rose indeed. It is a very strong grower, and from early June until well into July it is literally cov- ered with clusters of decorative, semi-double flow- ers of varied shades of deep to light pink and white. Its bloom is produced in actually be- wildering profusion. A peculiar characteristic of this variety is that it has no thorns. White Dorothy Perkins—A sport of: the popular Dorothy Perkins, and like it in every way except that its flowers are white. Free in bloom and with disease-resisting foliage. Baby Ramblers or Polyantha Roses Price (except as noted), strong two-year field-grown plants, 75c each; $7.50 per doz.; $50.00 per 100. Roses of this class may truly be termed “ever- blooming” Roses. They start in June and, with- out interruption, bloom all summer and fall. For best results they should be planted about three feet apart, although in a solid bed two feet apart is ample. With us, all those offered are hardy without protection. Baby Alan—This variety is one of the most at- tractive Polyantha Roses that we have seen: The individual blooms resemble somewhat flowers pro- duced by the pink-flowered form of Double English Daisies. When Baby Alan is in full bloom it is completely covered with these most attractive, very double flowers of shining pink. Another very desirable quality presented by this wonderful new Rose is the fact that it blooms al- most continuously from June until freezing weather. If any of our customers, after having grown this variety, are not in every way satisfied, we will thank them to write us to this effect, and we will promptly refund the amount that they have paid us for plants of Baby Alan. Heavy field-grown two-year-old plants, each, $1.50; dozen, $15.00. Baby Rosamunde—We are indeed fortunate in being the first to offer this splendid new Poly- antha or Baby Rambler Rose. The flowers are semi-double and of a delightful rose-pink color. Like most of the Roses of its class, this variety blooms almost continuously from June until freezing weather puts an end to its glory. Heavy field-grown two-year-old plants, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Crimson Baby Rambler (Mme. Norbert Leva- vasseur )—Produces a constant display of small, double, purplish crimson Roses in clusters. White Baby Rambler (Katherine Zeimet)—The pure white, double flowers of this variety are produced in great profusion. 11 MIRACLE BRAND ROSE AND SHRUB FOOD A scientifically compounded chemical fer- tilizer holding in correct proportion all those elements needed by Roses and other plants of shrubby character, to do their best. It en- courages a luxuriant growth and supplies the plants with the vigor needed for greatest blooming results. 5-lb. bags, 75c; 10-lb. bags, $1.25. Special quotations on larger quantities on request. BABY ROSAMUNDE Unexcelled for Borders or Clumps a LOVETT’S NURSERY, LITTLE SILVER, hee _ ott Miscellaneous Roses of Great Hardiness F. J. GROOTENDORST A Hardy Rugosa Rose HARDY HYBRID RUGOSA ROSES Price (except as noted), heavy two-year-old plants, each, 75c; dozen, $7.50. Amelie Gravereaux—Carmine-red, full double, very fragrant. One of the new and one of the very choicest of the Rugosa Hybrids. The flow- ers open as a rich carmine-red which turns to deep American Beauty color as they mature. The large flowers are unusually beautiful in the partially opened bud. The Amelie Gravereaux has a delightful fragrance. It blooms liberally in June, but even more so in August and Sep- tember. This is a hardy and thrifty bush of beautiful foliage which makes a real attraction as a shrub. We consider this new creation a Rose “par excellence” rapidly winning favor. Each, $1.25; dozen, $12.50. Conrad F. Meyer—An exceptionaliy vigorous variety. The clear, silvery-rose flowers are very large, quite double, and showy in the extreme. They are borne on long, strong stems and are highly fragrant. F. J. Grootendorst—Large clusters of bright or- ange-red flowers borne throughout the season. New Century—Clear, flesh-pink, with deeper cen- ter and creamy edges. Delightfully fragrant and considered one of the finest Rugosas. Sir Thomas Lipton—This Van Fleet hybrid may be termed the white form of C. F. Meyer. 12 PINK GROOTENDORST This variety is practically identical with its parent, F. J. Grootendorst, excepting that it produces flowers of a Killarney Pink color, while the parent va- riety produces bright orange- red flowers. Strong field-grown two-year-old plants, each, $1.50; dozen, $15.00. ROSA HUGONIS Spectacular in its exotic beauty. A many branched shrub, growing 6 to 8 feet tall, rearing slender sprays in all directions, gracefully arching beneath loads of bright yellow, single flowers, an inch and a half in diameter. The flowers are borne on the previous season’s growth and appear very early in the spring, before the foliage. Later in the season, it throws up many new branches of a beautiful deep red color, which makes the shrub a garden attrac- tion during the entire growing season. Extra strong field-grown plants, each, $1.25; dozen, $12.50. HARDY HYBRID ROSES Harrison’s Yellow—One of the finest semi- double, bright golden-yellow Roses. The flow- ers cover the whole plant in early spring, and are very fragrant. Soleil d’Or—Orange-gold and pink shaded flow- ers of exceptional fragrance. Persian Yellow—Double, deep golden-yellow flow- ers during late spring and early summer. Price, any of the above, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. MOSS ROSES These have exceptionally heavy, almost leather- like foliage, while the calix of each flower is sur- rounded thickly with mossy sepals. Moss Roses belong among the hardiest of the species, form impenetrable hedges and are quite free bloomers, while the flowers are delightfully fragrant. SPECIAL OFFER Four choice varieties, in a variety of colors, that will be a delight to everyone. Deep rosy pink Pure white Pale rosy pink Glossy crimson Any of these four varieties, heavy field-grown, each, 75c; dozen, $7.50. We will send one each of $2.50 these four unique Moss Roses for Lovett’s Fiftieth Anniversary Formal Garden ERE is a wonderful opportunity to plant a complete garden at a remarkable reduction from regular retail prices. This garden is complete in every respect. Fifty-three varieties of strong, field-grown, hardy perennials of blooming age, with eighteen hardy rose bushes of ten different varieties, a very liberal quantity of each variety of perennials. If arranged according to the above plan a colorful, delightful garden is yours for only $50.00, a regular retail value of $93.00. Do not overlook this opportunity. Large planting plan sent free with each order. Key Quan. Botanical Name Rate Key Quan. Botanical Name _ .- Rate 1 10 Achillea® ptarmicay aati. aren Seley, 28 5 Iris Ger. Florentina Alba ...... 125 2 5 Anchusa Dropmore —_....... 1.00 29 5 Iris Germanica—Iris King ...... 11,2253 3 5 Anemone Japonica ~~... 25 30 5 Iris Germanica—Queen of May ..... 73 4 5 Anthemisi tinctoria 9) ee 1.00 31 10 Iris Pumila—Mixed Var. __..... 1.67 5 10 Aquilegia—Mrs. Scott Elliott’s ..... 2.92 32 3 Lilium Melpomene ——__i...... 1.20 6 5 Aster—Robert Parker __.... 1.00 33 10 Lysimachia Cletheroides One 1.66 7 5 Aster—Novi Belgi Climax ..... 1.00 34 10 Myosotis P. Semper. Saat 1.67 8 5 Astilbe—Queen Alexandra ne 3.75 335) 2 Peony, Courronne D’Or ___...... 1.50 9 5 Campanula Persicaefolia _...... 1.00 36 1 Peony, Edulus Superba _........ oD 10 10 Centaurea Montana _...... 1.66 37/ 2 Peony, Karl Rosefield __..... 2.50 11 10 Chrysanthemums—Mixed Var. ..... 2.08 38 5 Phloxs) Eclaireuer 9) a 1.00 12 10 Sracta IDNign7 1.67 39 5 Phlox, Rheinlander _....... 1.00 13 10 Coreopsis Lanceolata _...... 1.66 40 5 Phlox, Mrs. C. Dorr __....... 1.00 14 10 Gonvalllariag Magee 125 41 5 Phlox. Phorm wu ae eg ee 1.00 15 5 Delphinium Belladonna __...... 1.25 42 10 Phioxsisubulatases 9) ene 1.66 16 5 Delphinium Hybridum __...... 1.25 43 5 Physallis Franchetti ...... 1.00 17 2 Dicentra Spectabilis _—s_—_...... 1.50 44 10 Physostegia Virginica __...... 167, 18 10 Digitalis gloxiniaeflora _..... 1.67 45 >) Platycodon Mariesi Sree 1.00 19 10 Eupatorium coelestinum ..... 1.67 46 10 Pyrethrum Ros. Hybridum ...... 1.66 20 10 Gypsophila Paniculata ...... 1.66 Goi 10 SalviawAzurear ain ie) aid bie 1.67 21 5 Helenium—Riverton Beauty ..... 125) 48 ») Statice@ latifolia aa miei a es mere 1.00 22 5 Heliopsis Pitcheriana ....., 1.00 49 5 Stokesia (€yaneal 9999) 1. 1.00 23 5 Hemerocallis—Gold Dust _...... 1.00 30 10 Dianthus /Barbatusea ay eae 1.67 24 5 Hemerocallis Thunbergii _...... 1.00 >1 10 Miolaqietseym Gem mee: 2.09 25 10 Hollyhocks, Double 1.67 32 10 Dianthus—Hardy Pinks __...... 1.67 26 10 Iberis Sempervirens 1.25 53 >) Helianthus Multi. Grand. _...... 1.00 217, 5 Iris Kaempferi 18 Roses 2, (COMpwemlOyar sccsonocdedoocssacceeooe 1.80 2 Etoile de France.............. 1.80 2 K. A. Victoria 1.80 3 [RACK NEE avonosondocspncnooneose 2.70 Se RedeRadiancern eee ae 2.70 2, sin, 1él, IDYEOEE socoononsoascoae 2.50 1 Gruss an Teplitz ............ -90 I ionks)s lMocka .90 lady aiAlglilimedonue en .90 ieMamanm@Cocher ss .90 Retail value of ve €ollection «ne $93.02 GARDZ See General Lists of Varieties for Detailed Descriptions and Common Names. All for $ 5 ().00 LOVETT’S NURSERY, LITTLE SILVER. Ge Hardy Perennials General List of Hardy Perennials LD-FASHIONED Hardy Flowers that will never () grow old, for their beauty and hardiness are more and more firmly entrenching them in the hearts of flower lovers each passing year. Their gay colors on through the summer, into the fall, until winter sets in, will delight and endear these sturdy flowers to you. Those offered in this catalog are the proved and tried “Best” for all sections. All come to you as well-developed plants, most of them grown in nursery rows. and bloom abundantly this very year. They are bound to bloom for you, The weight of Hardy Perennial plants varies greatly with the different varieties. However, in the table on inside back cover page the average weight of these plants will be found, from which patrons who wish shipment by mail can determine the amount to remit for postage. All varieties (unless otherwise noted), each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $14.00. ACHILLEA (Milfoil) Ptarmica. BOULE DE NEIGE—15 to 18 inches. The finest of all the Achilleas. Produces larger and more perfect white flowers than Achillea “The Pearl’’; splendid for cutting. Filipendulina — A strong growing plant with fern-like foliage, bearing large, flat heads of yel- low flowers. July-August. 4 feet. ACONITUM (Monkshood) A class of plants which bloom during late summer and throughout the fall months; thrives when planted in the full sunlight, also partial shade. Produces hood-shaped flowers on bold spikes. Fischeri—A dwarf growing variety with pale blue flowers. Grows only about 18 inches in height. Autumnale—Produces dark purplish-blue flowers the latter part of September, and throughout the month of October. Each, 35c; dozen, $3.50. OTe woe 14 AEGOPODIUM (Bishop’s Weed) Podogaria Variegata—9 to 12 inches. A rapid- ly growing plant, with variegated green and yellow foliage which it holds without fading, even during the hottest weather. A fine border plant for edging groups of shrubs. AJUGA (Bugleweed) Reptans—A splendid variety for planting in rock- eries, or for carpeting the ground; thrives when planted in moist, shady locations, grows 3 to 4 inches high, and produces quantities of deep pur- ple-blue flowers. ALYSSUM (Madwort) Saxatile compactum (Dense Golden Tuft)—9 inches. Flat clusters of small, cheerful, light yel- low flowers in early spring. Invaluable for rock planting. x Gi FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 : Hardy Perennials (Continued) AQUILEGIA (Columbine) Old-time favorites. Thrive in all soils, even though wet and shaded. Among the earliest flowers of early spring and absolutely hardy and reliable everywhere. Canadensis (Wild Honeysuckle)—18 inches. low flowers, on long stems. Chrysantha—18 inches. for two months. Coerulea—18 inches. Blue with white corolla. Glandulosa (Blue Siberian Columbine)—1'% feet. handsomest, with large, pale blue flowers. May and June. Long Spurred Hybrids—18 inches. The finest of the Columbines. ube large flowers are of varied shades of blue, lavender, red and white. Mrs. Scott Elliott’s Improved Long Spurred Aquilegias—This new Columbine strain of Mrs. Elliott’s is by far the finest that has come to our attention in a decade. Not only are the individual flowers larger, and the spurs more pronounced, but the colors are bright- er and there is a greater variety of them. Those who are in doubt as to a suitable strain of Aquilegias, cannot go wrong in choosing Mrs. Elliott’s. Each, 35c; dozen, $3.50. ARTEMISIA w*- — Lactiflora—4 to 5 feet. A desirable new border plant, with large branching panicles of creamy white flower heads, produced in late summer. Fragrant. Each, 35c; dozen, $3.50. Stelleriana (Old Woman) — 1% feet. Bright red and yel- Flowers of rich golden yellow; blooms One of the AQUILEGIA The Columbine of Grand- mother’s Garden Gl SPECIAL COLLECTION ANEMONE JAPONICA Three of these excellent perennial plants, one each of the following varieties: Foliage Queen Charlotte, Rubra Superba 60 Cents deeply cut; silvery white. Si Whirlwind») onlye= see ee eee oS SILVER KINGOne of the oriteesndins ee truly meritorious novelties among hardy plants introduced during the last few years. Each, 75c; dozen, $7.50. ANCHUSA (Alkanet) Dropmore. HEAVENLY BLUE FLOWER—4 to 5 feet. The flowers are an inch or more across; freely produced in large branching heads dur- ing June and July. Of delightful gentian-blue. Opal—3 to 4 feet. Flowers somewhat larger than Dropmore, of a beautiful turquoise-blue. ANTHEMIS (Chamomile) Tinctoria (Golden Marguerite)—2 feet. A bushy plant with dark green, finely cut foliage and clear golden-yellow flowers. June-July. ANEMONE JAPONICA (Japanese Anemone) An exceedingly showy group of perennials, with most ornamental, leathery-like foliage, above which rear the handsome, long-stemmed flowers. Anemones should be particularly prized because they bloom when most hardy flowers are entering their winter rest. Alba—18 inches. stamens. ' Queen Charlotte—2 feet. Produces beautiful, semi-double pink flowers of extra large size. Rosea Superba—18 inches. Valuable for its fine form and beautiful delicate rose color. Rubra Superba—18 inches. The fine deep red form. Whirlwind—18 inches. Semi-double pure white flowers, 2 to 3 inches across. Each, 25c; dozen, $2.50; 100, $17.50. Single white flowers, yellow “Coll QD. All varieties (unless otherwise noted), each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $14.00. ARABIS (Rock Cress) Albida (Alpina)—8 to 12 inches. A charming little rock plant of low-tufted habit, covered with pure white, fragrant flowers from early spring to mid-summer; thrives in dry places. ARMERIA Meritima Laucheana (Sea Pink)—A dwarf grow- ing perennial with attractive, deep rose colored flowers. Pinks. In growth the plants resemble Hardy ACHILLEA—tThe Pearl LOVETT’S NURSERY, LITULE Silty eae Hardy Perennials (Continued) All varieties (unless otherwise noted), each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $14.00. CANTERBURY BELLS ASTILBE (Spirea) Handsome border plants with most attractive foliage and substantial, long lasting, plume-like spikes of flowers. Salmon Queen—Exquisite shade of salmon-pink. Moerheimi—Enormous spikes of pure white flow- ers. Gladstone—15 to 18 inches. A great improve- ment upon the well-known Astilbe Japonica; produces lace-like spikes of pure white flowers. Peach Blossom — Its graceful plumes of bright pink furnish a charming contrast to the other sorts offered. Queen Alexandra—A beautiful Astilbe with soft, dainty pink flowers. Perfectly hardy. Each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. G By a SOS A { Nin ‘ N eA 7: 3 . 4 re. j 9 Or, | Wf t BC. sy io Fay k < HAY Yl t aK 6 ia) yy 7 ba q I (; a eh / 4 Els O iss Ni => \ \ ) Ni ) LANEY th | MMMM ts 1G A\\ { of =} CE ht Me NO dM PRN, repeal \A vil erat i It incur WAMU LAN CANA ASTER (Michaelmas Daisy) These should not be confused with the annual China Asters. They form symmetrical bushes of various heights and, during their blooming sea- son, constitute one of the chief attractions of the garden or landscape. Belgian Queen—Large, deep lavender flowers borne in long, pyramidal sprays on slender, graceful stems. Branching habit. 3 feet. Sep- | tember. Blue Gem—Double flowers of rich blue. 3 feet. Alpinus Superbus (Goliath)—12 inches. showy purple flowers in May and June. able for the border and for rockeries. Large, Valu- Feltham Blue—A pretty azure blue; 3 feet. Louvain—Symme trical bush-like habit. The foli- age is completely hidden by masses of medium size, delicate pink flowers. 3 feet. Each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. N. A. Lil Fardel—Large, clear pink flowers. 4 feet. September-October. Each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. Novi Belgii Climax — One of the best and showiest, with large, pyramidal spikes of large, light lavender-blue flowers; very free flowering; 5 feet. Nova Anglea (New England Aster)—4 feet. Bluish-purple; large flowers in masses. Nova Anglea Rosea—4 feet. The showiest of all Hardy Asters. Rosy-pink flowers in late summer. The Queen—The flowers are extra large and are borne in loose sprays on long, straight stems. They open pale mauve and turn nearly white with age. 4 feet. September. Each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. Robt. Parker—Large, soft, lavender-blue flowers, with yellow centers; extra fine. Height, 5% feet. St. Egwin—3 feet. A mass of large, delicate pink flowers in late summer. A tall, late, dark blue. Tartaricus—6 feet. ASCLEPIAS Tuberosa (Butterfly Flower)—2 feet. Although occasionally found in fields and meadows throughout the United States, this is one of the most unique and showy of all hardy flowers. Thrives in all soils and produces numerous large, compact, flat heads of bright orange-yellow flow- Each, ers—a color found in no other perennial. 30c; dozen, $3.00. NV YY tf wpa t | iW WI AY m NU ieatees IOAN NL PREGER EH ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 Hardy Perennials (Continued) All varieties (unless otherwise noted), each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $14.00. BAPTISIA (False Indigo) Australis—3 feet. A state- ly species with large spikes of showy dark blue flowers. BOCCONIA (Plume Poppy) Cordata (Japonica) — § to 6 feet. A stately plant, with ornamental foliage, pro- ducing large terminal spikes of cream-colored flowers. BOLTONIA Asteroides—5 feet. Pure white flowers in great numbers, form- ing a cloud of bloom. Latisquaamaea — 5 feet. Shell- pink flowers with centers of golden yellow, resembling Hardy Asters. Very beautiful. Latisquamaea Nana—Very much more dwarf and compact in growth than the above variety. We consider this the best of the Boltonias. CAMPANULA (Harebell or Bell Flower) Carpatica (Carpathian Harebell) — 9 inches. Dwarf-tufted habit. The deep blue flowers are borne on strong stems, in generous numbers throughout the sum- mer. Carpatica Alba (White Carpathian Hare- bell) —Identical with the above, except that the flowers are white. Persicaefolia (Peach-Leaved Harebell) — 18 inches. Of erect habit; producing large, bright blue, bell-shaped flowers on slender, graceful stems. Each, 25c; dozen, $2.50. CANTERBURY BELLS (Campanula Media) An old favorite; also known as “Cup and . Saucer.”” Grows 2 to 3 feet high, and blooms Sp ecial Offer Hardy Chrysanthemums incessantly through July and August, with a pro- To introduce our splendid Hardy $9 @) @) e fusion of bell-shaped flowers. Illustrated on Chrysanthemums, we will send page 16. twelve plants, each different, for In Blue, Pink and White, also Mixed Colors. 4 oe CENTRANTHUS Ruber (Red Valerian, Juniper’s Beard)—2 feet. Hardy Of spreading habit, with numerous clusters of reddish-purple flowers. Blooms from June to Chrysanthemums October. : 2 CENTAUREA (Hardheads) Plucky Little Soldiers of the Garden Macrocephala — Bright golden yellow flowers; Strong plants, any variety, each, 25c; July and August. 3 feet. dozen, $2.50; 100, $15.00. Montana (Perennial Cornflower) —1'% to 2 feet. Files on parade—gallant on array—row upon A very useful plant, of the easiest culture. Dur- row of those hardy little Chrysanthemums, a ing July, August and September produces large, glorious burst of color that is a delight to the violet-blue, fringe-like flowers. eyes. When the first blasts of the approaching forces of winter have driven others to shelter, Montana Alba—Large white flowers. Each, 25c; dozen, $2.50. (See next page) 17 Hardy Perennials (Continued) they stand guard over the garden. They do af not attain the size of their regal relatives, but they more than compensate for this in their range of glorious colors, their hardiness and everblooming characteristics. But by disbudding a plant or two, many of the varieties will pro- duce flowers of very appreciable size, if fed liberally with well rotted manure. The joy these plants will give in flowers for table, home decoration and garden, late in the year, will be a great treat to every flower lover. Their culture is easiest. Plant them in any good soil, 2 feet apart. When the young shoots are 6 inches tall, pinch out the center of each stalk, and repeat this until the middle of August, when sturdy, bushy plants should have developed. Clethroides (Loosestrife)—18 inches. Flow- July @rs pure white, in long, dense spikes. till September. LY THRUM Roseum Superbum (Rose Loosestrife)—3 to 4 feet. Literally covered, in July and Au- gust, with spikes of rosy-purple flowers. MONARDA (Bergamot) Didyma Splendens (Oswego Tea or Bee Balm)—2 to 3 feet. Large heads of in- tensely rich crimson-scarlet flowers. MYOSOTIS (Forget-Me-Not) Palustris Semperflorens—4 to 8 inches. A lovely little plant; especially valuable for rocky or moist situations. Small, pale blue flowers. Nf LOVETT’S NURSERY; LITTLE SILVER? Vee Hardy Perennials (Continued) All varieties (unless otherwise noted), each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $14.00. OENOTHERA (Evening Primrose) Pilgrimi—12 inches. Bears large clusters of yel- low flowers. Splendid for rockery. PACHYSANDRA (Japanese Spurge) Terminalis—6 to 9 inches. Especially valuable as a ground cover plant, under trees and other shady places. Evergreen foliage, accompanied by white flowers during May-June. Each, 25c; dozen, $2.50; 100, $17.50; 1000, $150.00. See page 24. CHOICE DOUBLE PEONIES All varieties of Peonies (except where noted otherwise), each, 75c; dozen, $7.50. Achille—A very floriferous, mid-season variety which produces extra large, five-inch blooms in clusters on three-foot stems. The individual blooms, which are light shell-pink, resemble im- mense carnations. Agida—A bright red, mid-season variety which produces very attractive, semi-double blooms. Albert Crousse—One of the latest to flower. Pro- duces very large, somewhat flat, compact, bomb type, rose-white, fragrant flowers, sometimes flecked with crimson. A strong growing, free blooming variety. Each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. August d’Hour—Produces brilliant rose-red, very large flowers extra early in the season. Couronne d’Or (Crown of Gold)—Snow white, ve, Sas g t A SUPERB PEONY PLANTING 26 golden stamens. Large, full flower of superb form. Free bloomer. Each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Duchess de Nemours—Pure white crown, sul- phur-white collar. Early, free-flowering, fragrant. Edulis Superba—Bright rosy pink. Fragrant. One of the earliest to bloom. Felix Crousse—Among the finest of all double reds. Dazzling crimson. Each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Festiva Maxima—Pure white, with dashes of blood-red at center. Early. One of the finest of all varieties. (See page 27 for other varieties of Peonies) -° Cll i) ot Six Magnificent Peonies Including the Wonderful Karl Rosefield 1—Mme. Lemoine 4—Felix Crousse 2—Couronne d’Or 5—Mad. Ducel 3—Edulis Superba 6—Karl Rosefield White, Pink and Deep Crimson. All splen- did, vigorous plants. Regular value $7.00. Special Price $5.5 °° Bill [ig>e- SPECIAL OFFER One each of the 20 varieties of Peonies offered in this catalog for $15.00. This is indeed a bargain offer. PRY 2 aD Preah ANN EV ERSAR Y,° 1878-1928 Hardy Perennials (Continued) All Perennials (unless otherwise noted), each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $14.00. PEONIES (Concluded) Floral Treasure—A strong, tall, upright grow- er, producing pale lilac-rose, fragrant flowers in great abundance. Splendid for cutting. Each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Grandiflora Nivea Plena—One of the earliest to bloom. Produces good sized flowers, creamy- white, intermingled when first opening with delicately shaded salmon. Very fragrant; not a tall grower. Each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Golden Harvest—Medium size with guard petals pale lilac-rose and center peach-blossom pink. A dwarf growing, very free blooming mid-season variety. Each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Karl Rosefield—Very large, globular, com- pact, semi-rose type. Dark crimson. Very strong, tall, compact grower and free bloomer. Mid-season. A very brilliant and striking va- : “a2 riety. Each, $1.50; dozen, $15.00. AC Bintene coe tPHiGe Madam Ducel—Light mauve-rose with silvery : reflex. A strong, but not a tall grower. Fra- is S Me eae eae pure white. : ©. ght pink center, white grant. Each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Seieeen low! areuinas L’Eclatarite—— Very large, compact bloom. Iris—Light purple. Brilliant red. Each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Mad. Paul Dutrie—Soft pink, suffused with Madame Lemoine—Guards light violet-rose, col- white. lar milk-white, crown lilac-white. Fragrant. Mrs. Chas. Dorr—Beautiful shade of lavender. Strong, erect, tall, free bloomer. Mid-season. Mrs. Jenkins—Best pure white, large trusses. Extra fine. Each, $1.50; dozen, $15.00. (Other varieties offered on next page) Madame Moutot—Tyrian rose, tipped silver. Madame de Verneville—Large, very full. Pure white, center blush, carmine flecks. Fragrant. Modeste Guerin — Light solferino-red; fra- grant. A mid-season variety of medium height, and a very free bloomer. ; Rachel—A splendid red-flowered sort of me- aon dium height, and a most profuse bloomer. |. Each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. PARDANTHUS Sinensis (Blackberry Lily) —3 to 4 feet. Bears lily-like flowers of rich orange-yellow, thickly spotted with dark crimson and brown. PENSTEMON (Beard Tongue) Barbatus Torreyi—3 to 4 feet. Spikes of bright scarlet flowers in June and July. Digitalis—2 to 3 feet. Long white flowers, with purple throats, in large spikes. HARDY PHLOX The glory of the summer garden; shows up best when planted in masses; plant 12 to 18 inches apart. Athis—Deep, clear salmon. B. Compte—Brilliant, rich French purple. Bridesmaid—Pure white with crimson eyes. Caren d’Ache—Red; exceedingly fine. Champs Elysee—Fine, rich purple. Eclaireur—Bright rose-carmine. Elizabeth Campbell—Bright salmon-pink, with lighter shadings and dark red eye. Each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. Europa—White, large crimson-carmine eye. < Fred Cortez—Deep crimson, overlaid coppery. H ene PHLOX 727, ai rigs ees . —_ : 6 LOVETT’S NURSERY, LITTLE SILVER, Nee se Hardy Perennials (Continued) ORIENTAL POPPY—Papaver orientale A Blazing Spot of Color in the Garden HARDY PHLOX (Concluded) Miss Lingard—Long spikes of white flow- ers, with faint lavender eye. Early. Lothair—Salmon-red, dark carmine eye; tall, strong grower. Independence—Large and early flowering, white, compact truss. Peachblow—Delicate rose pink. Fine foli- age and beautiful flowers. Widar—Light reddish-violet, large white center intensifies and illuminates the color. Queen—Very tall growing. Pure white. Rhinelander — Soft salmon-pink, deep red eye. Large size. Rhynstrom—Bright rose-pink. Thor—Deep salmon-pink, with scarlet eye. Each, 20c, dozen, $2.00; 100, $14.00 (except as noted) PHLOX SUBULATA (Moss or Mountain Pink) Of very dwarf habit. Thrives every- where. Alba, pure white; Lilacena, laven- der; Rosea, rosy pink. PHYSOSTEGIA Virginica (Dragon Head)—3 to 4 feet. Shell-pink flowers from June until frost. Virginica Alba—3 feet. Pure white flowers. PHYSALIS (Chinese Lantern Plant) Franchetti—Grows about 2 feet high, bear- ing bright orange-scarlet, lantern-like fruits. All varieties (unless otherwise noted), each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $14.00. HARDY PINKS (Dianthus) Abbotsford—Carmine-pink; large. Arthur—Wbhite, with dark maroon center. Essex Witch—Pure bright pink. Her Majesty—Large size, white, fragrant. White Reserve—Pure white, everblooming. Plumarius Nanus fl. pl. (Early Flowering Pink)—Flow- ers two weeks earlier than the old types. Very fra- grant; rich colors. PLATYCODON (Bell Flower) Mariesi—18 inches. Semi-dwarf habit. Star-like flow- ers of intense dark blue, all summer. Mariesi Alba—18 inches. Flowers are white. PLUMBAGO (Leadwort) Larpentae—6 inches. A dwarf, spreading plant, bear- ing pretty, deep blue flowers. -° Gill one The Three Hardy “Grenadin” Pinks These differ from the other hardy Pinks in that they bear their carnation-like flowers on longer stems, which causes them to be ideal for cutting. Perfectly hardy and with delightful fragrance. We offer Grenadin White, Grenadin Pink and Grenadin Red. Each, 30c; dozen, $3.00; 100, $20.00. nema PYRETHRUM HYBRIDU 28 ala Eni eAGNEINGOV Eb eReS ATR X87 8-9 2°38 dg Hardy Perennials (Continued) All varieties (unless otherwise noted), each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $14.00. PYRETHRUM Roseum Hybridum (Painted Daisies)—12 to 18 inches. Unsurpassed for refined beauty and attrac- tive foliage. They are truly “Colored Marguerites.” Uliginosum (Giant Daisy)—3 to 4 feet. Pure white flowers, with yellow centers, in great masses in autumn. Each, 25c; dozen, $2.50. RANUNCULUS (Buttercup) Acris fl. pl. (Hardy Double Buttercup)—Masses of bright golden-yellow flowers in May and June. 18 in. RUDBECKIA (Coneflower) Laciniata fl. pl. (Golden Glow)—5 to 6 feet. Tall, with double golden-yellow flowers. Excellent as a cut flower. Nitida Hirsuta—A valuable variety, producing a great abundance of large, single, bright golden-yel- low flowers with long, waving petals. 6 feet. Purpurea (Giant Purple Coneflower)—2 to 3 feet. Reddish-purple flowers about 4 inches across. Sub-Tomentosa (Black-Eyed Susan)—3 feet. Lemon- yellow flowers, purplish centers. SALVIA (Sage) Azurea (California Blue Sage)—3 to 4 feet. Charm- ing blue panicles during August and September. Pitcheri—Rich gentian-blue flowers. SANTOLINA (Lavender Cotton) Incana—6 to 9 inches. Evergreen and very hardy. SCABIOSA (Mourning Bride) Caucasica—Soft, lavender-blue flowers. Each, 25c; dozen, $2.50. SNS LILY OF THE VALLEY —Convallaria wafalis GORGEOUS ORIENTAL POPPIES Papaver Orientale—Flowers are five to seven inches across, and freely produced during May and June,“ on tall stems. Intense crimson with a large spot as black as night in the center. Illustrated on page 28. ICELAND POPPIES Papaver Nudicaule—Great numbers of flowers on slender stems a foot long. The flowers vary from white to orange. PRIMULA (Primrose) Veris—15 inches. Flowers are bright canary yellow. Vulgaris (English Primrose)—6 to 9 inches. Bright lemon-yellow and maroon. 29 VIOLA JERSEY GEM Hardy Perennials (Continued) All varieties (unless otherwise noted), each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $14.00. SWEET WILLIAM SCUTELLARIA (Skull Cap) Baicalensis Coelestina—Bound to enjoy great popularity when better known. One of the few plants that will flower from early June until late August. The flowers, which are borne freely on thin, wiry stems, are clear blue in color and re- semble in shape those of a Snapdragon. 1-144 ft. Each, 30c; dozen, $3.00. SEDUM (Stonecrop) Acre (Golden Moss or Wall Pepper)—4 inches. Album—Exceedingly vigorous grower. Yellow Sarmentosum—A pretty trailing variety. flowers during July. Sieboldi—5 inches. The rarest of the family, with erect, bluish-green foliage. Each leaf is edged pink. Pink flowers in clusters. Spectabilis “Brilliant”—An improved variety of a showy red hue. SPIRAEA (Meadow Sweet) Aruncus (Goat’s Beard)—3 to 5 feet. white flowers. Palmata (Crimson Meadow Sweet) —3 feet. Crimson-purple flowers on purple stems. Palmata Elegans—Silvery-pink flowers. Ulmaria Var—With bright yellow midribs. Each, 25c; dozen, $2.50. STATICE Latifolia (Sea Lavender)—12 to 18 inches. Large heads of small lavender-blue flowers. STOKESIA (Cornflower Aster) Cyanea—18 to 24 inches. July-October. Delicate lavender-blue flowers. Cyanea Alba—The white form of above. SWEET WILLIAM (London Tufts) Dianthus Barbatus We can supply them in separate colors, viz.: Pink, Red and White, also Mixed Colors. STACHYS Lanata—Fine, dwarf rock garden plant with sil- very foliage. TRITOMA (Red Hot Poker Plant) Pfitzeri—Blooms freely, from August to October, 30 Creamy- Blue. with spikes 3 to 4 feet high of a rich orange- scarlet. Hardy with protection. Each, 25c; dozen, $2.50. New Hybrid Tritomas—Stout stems, with large heads of rich, vivid orange-scarlet. 3-4 feet. VALERIANA Officinalis (Hardy Garden Heliotrope) St. George’s Herb)—2 to 3 feet. Large umbels of small, pink, fragrant flowers. VERONICA—Speedwell Amethystina—Amethyst-blue flowers. Longifolia Subsessilis (Blue Jay Flower)— 2 to 244 feet. Blue spikes a foot long. Spicata—1 to 2 feet. Deep blue flowers. Each, 25c; dozen, $2.50; 100, $17.50. VIOLA (Violet) Gov. Herrick—Undoubtedly the best of the single flowered varieties for growing out-of-doors. Cornuta (Tufted Pansy)—Most free flowering dwarf border plant, blooming uninterruptedly from May until October. Various colors. Similar in appearance to miniature Pansies. JERSEY GEM—Undoubtedly the most valuable bedding Viola yet introduced which is perfectly suited to our climatic conditions, and which will succeed in any good garden soil in a sunny position, blooming practically without a break from May to the end of the season. The plant is of compact, sturdy habit of growth, its flow- ers pure violet, without the slightest shading and borne on good stems about six inches long, mak- ing it a splendid subject for cutting as well as a most desirable plant for the border. Each, 25c; dozen, $2.50; 100, $17.50. Illustrated in color on page 29. TRITOMA—A ‘Striking Perennial Plant tbe FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 has BORDERED BY SHRUBS OR HEDGE Border A—51 Sturdy Plants ~arinay vontwhite cases, for $5.00 Key Numbers Key Numbers 1 Achillea “Boule de Neige”—splendid for 8 Hemerocallis or Yellow Day Lilies cutting 9 Hbollyhocks, double—mixed colors 2 Alyssum saxatile—‘‘Basket of Gold” 10 Heliopsis—an early form of hardy Sunflower 3 Columbine—long-spurred Hybrids 11 Iberis or Hardy Candytuft—best for edging 4 Coreopsis lanceolata—the brightest yellow 12 Phlox subulata—dwarf, for edging garden flower 13 Iris pumila—a dwarf form 5 Chrysanthemums—hardy outdoor varieties 14 Lysimachia—the attractive Loosestrife 6 Daisy, Shasta—most popular for cutting 15 Phlox—tall, hardy kinds 7 Delphinium or perennial Larkspur—blue 16 Iris—Germanica, or Liberty Iris shades 17. Pinks—hardy clove, or spice, pinks Border B—101 Sturdy Plants 2280 5535 2 Say $10.00 Key Quan. Key Quan. Aster—Nova anglea rosea 12 2 Helianthus multiflorus— Alyssum saxatile compac- Hardy double Sunflower tum—Basket of Gold 13 3 Hemerocallis Kwanso— Astilbe—Queen Alexandra Double Orange Day Lily Campanula persicaefolia 14. 2 Hibiscus—Rose Mallow Chrysanthemum—Golden 15 4 Hollyhocks—Double mixed flower 16 6 Jap. Iris—Choice mixture Chrysanthemum—Pink flower 17. 3 Lilium—Melpomene— Delphinium—Belladonna— Hardy Pink Lily Larkspur 18 Lupinus Polyphyllus— Daisy—Alaska Blue Lupine Gaillardia grandiflora 19 Lysimachia—Loosestrife Blanket flower 20 Poppies—Oriental German Iris—Choice assortment 21 Peonies—Double mixed Hardy Pinks—Assorted 22 Phlox—Scarlet Phlox—Pure white 24 Pumila Iris—Splendid mixture DS) Pyrethrum—Painted daisy Salvia azurea—Blue Salvia Stokesia—Cornflower Aster Aquilegia—Mrs. Scott Elliott’s Columbine N ivy) RWNHWUWW UW UI Ww SS a EOC 1 ay 7 Ae ea eS r Planting C—Center Entrance & .» Key to Planting C i A—6 Pinks (Dianthus) L—6 Blanket Flower B—6 Arabis M—3 German Iris—Lavender ao tiene raee = wep a SE ae C—4 German Iris—Purple IN—6 Dwarf Phlox = eZ D—6 Candytuft O—3 Coreopsis 44 E—3 Achillea P—6 Pyrethrum BA a F—6 Larkspur Q—4 Japan Iris GSS eis ie eda eek Ba ce dpe Rely Reh expat See G—4 Veronica R—4 Alyssum H—4 Columbine S—6 Primrose I—7 Sweet William T—3 German Iris—Blue J—4 German Iris—Yellow U—6 Shasta Daisy K—3 Grenadin Pinks ogee «$10.00 |-___—— 05 FSS ek REY ESTES +98 Choice Deciduous ar and Dw UCH of the beauty of the home depends upon mental shrubs and trees. The wide range of c tunity for a variety of planting schemes, and planting can be achieved. We have purposely omitted many varieties and | and of strong, rugged habit to reduce their care to a listed, and will appreciate your inquiries with refer The prices quoted are for well-developed, stocky times the price of one (six for five times the price of « more of one variety are taken. The hundred rate solicit an opportunity to give special quotations upon planting. Shipment can be made by express or f: SOth Anniversar Twelve Shrubs That Will Provide a Here are twelve shrubs, all sturdy, vig masses of colorful blooms throughout the s; ties illustrated on this page, 2 to 3 feet—r TWELVE SHRUBS Special f LILAC—Purple Height When Full Grown, 6 - 8 Ft. Blooms in May FORSYTHIA FORTUNEI Height When Full Grown, 5-6 Ft. Blooms in April SPIRAEA VAN HOUTTEI Height When Full Grown, 4-5 Ft. Blooms in May - June 32 > > He BEEGibTH ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 age 1 Evergreen Shrubs rf Trees he care and attention paid to the planting of orna- ors, shapes and sizes among shrubs provides an oppor- th a bit of consideration a beautiful as well as useful ye confined our list to those easily packed and shipped inimum. However, we handle varieties other than those ce to these unlisted varieties. lants. A dozen of any variety will be supplied for ten 2), but this dozen rate may be used only when six or f any variety will be promptly sent if desired. We ists of Shrubs and Ornamental Trees for landscape ght only; not by parcel post. . Shrub Collection ariety of Color From Spring Till Fall ous plants, that will delight you with their | ing and summer. Two each of the six varie- ular value $5.70. ice, $5.00 TWELVE SHRUBS HYDRANGEA ARBORESCENS (Hills of Snow) Height When Full Grown, 3-4 Ft. Blooms June to August —————— Tl DEUTZIA—Pride of Rochester Ultimate Height, 6-8 Ft. Blooms in May WEIGELA ROSEA Ultimate Height, 4-5 Ft. Blooms in June 33 No au LOVETT?S NURSERY, LITTLE SILVER, ING lie OOF wae FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 Choice Deciduous and Evergreen Shrubs and Dwarf Trees UCH of the beauty of the home depends upon the care and attention paid to the planting of orna- mental shrubs and trees. The wide range of colors, shapes and sizes among shrubs provides an oppor- tunity for a variety of planting schemes, and with a bit of consideration a beautiful as well as useful planting can be achieved. ) We have purposely omitted many varieties and h‘jve confined our list to those easily packed and shipped and of strong, rugged habit to reduce their care to a nfinimum, However, we handle varieties other than those listed, and will appreciate your inquiries with referemce to these unlisted varieties. The prices quoted are for well-developed, stocky Hance A dozen of any variety will be supplied for ten times the price of one (six for five times the price of c¥2), but this dozen rate may be used only when six or more of one variety are taken. The hundred rate of any variety will be promptly sent if desired. We solicit an opportunity to give special quotations upon lists of Shrubs and Ornamental Trees for landscape planting. Shipment can be made by express or freight only; not by parcel post. SOth Anniversary Shrub Collection Twelve Shrubs That Will Provide a Variety of Color From Spring Till Fall Here are twelve shrubs, all sturdy, vigorous plants, that will delight you with their masses of colorful blooms throughout the spring and summer. Two each of the six varie- ties illustrated on this page, 2 to 3 feet—regular value $5.70. TWELVE SHRUBS Special Price, $5.00 "TWELVE SHRUBS LILAC—Purple HYDRANGEA ARBORESCENS (Hills of S: Height When Full Grown, 6 - 8 Ft. — = — = = Height When Full Ciao. 3.4 Fe ee Blooms in May Blooms June to August DEUTZIA—Pride of Rochester Ultimate Height, 6-8 Ft. Blooms in May FORSYTHIA FORTUNEI Height When Full Grown, 5-6 Ft, Blooms in April WEIGELA ROSEA Ultimate Height, 4-5 Ft. Blooms in June SPIRAEA VAN HOUTTEI Height When Full Grown, 4-5 Ft. Blooms in May - June 32 J wh a ! a | a HARDY SHRUBS Acer Palmatum Atropurpureum (Japanese Blood-leaf Maple)—This variety, which is really a dwarf growing tree, although it is generally looked upon as a shrub, is ex- tremely popular because of its striking ap- pearance throughout the spring and early summer months. Its foliage is quite rightly described as ‘“Blood-red”; in fact, foliage of Japanese Blood-leaf Maples is more bril- liant than that produced by any other va- riety. 12 to 18 in., $4.50; 18 to 24 in., $6.50 each. ALTHEAS Anemoniflora—A variety producing large, double red flowers. Duc de Brabant—A very attractive variety producing double, dark red flowers. Boule de Feu—Double, deep crimson. Joan of Arc—Double, pure white. Lady Stanley—Medium size, semi-double, of palest pink splashed with carmine. Totus Alba—Very large, single, pure white. Prices, any of above named varieties. 1% to 2 ft., 35c; 2*to 3 ft:, 50c; 3 to 4 ft., 75c each. Standard or Tree Altheas—Straight stems, 4 to 5 ft. high, with well-formed heads. Either red, pink or purple. Each, $3.50. AMYGDALUS (Flowering Almond) Japonica Nana—Double, soft pink flowers. Blooms very early in the season. A most attractive variety. Japonica Nana Alba—White form of above. COMMON SNOWBALL Splendid plants of either variety, 2 to 3 ft., The Large, Round Blossoms are Very Showy each, 75c. ANDROMEDA (Lily-of-the-Valley Shrub) Floribunda—Early in April it bears a profusion broad-leaved Evergreen is splendid for founda- of delicate white flowers which somewhat resemble tion plantings, rock gardens, etc. Heavy speci- “Lily of the Valley,” hence the name. This mens, 12 to 18 in., $2.50; 18 to 24 in., $3.50 each. HARDY AZALEAS Azalea, J. T. Lovett Positively the most beautiful hardy Evergreen Azalea we have ever seen. The flowers are produced in such great profusion as to completely envelop the plant, and resemble, in size and make-up, those of a fine Azalea Indica. They are rich, brilliant carmine-lake in color. The plants are perfectly hardy and gave us a delightful experience last winter by coming through in better shape than any other variety of Evergreen Azalea, of which we grow quite a number. Flowers during late June and July. 9 to 12 in., $2.50; 12 to 15 in., $3.00; 15 to 18 in., $4.50; 18 to 24 in., $7.50 each. Amoena—A dense, dwarf growing shrub, with slender branches and semi-double flowers of bright, cheerful rosy-purple, produced in such great numbers as to literally envelop the bush in June. The dense, box-like foliage, which is deep green with metallic luster, renders it a charming plant all year. Bushy plants, 9 to 12 in., $1.50; 12 to 15 in., $2.25; 15 to 18 in., $3.50 each. Calendulacea (Flame Azalea)—-Not an Evergreen variety, but one of the best of all Azaleas. Of comparatively strong growth, attain- ing an ultimate height of 6 or 8 feet if allowed to grow without pruning. Produces flowers in great abundance during the month A PLEASING PLANTING of May and early in June, these flowers ranging from lemon-yel- OF ALTHEAS low to deep orange. This variety is one of the choicest of all Hardy Shrubs. 18 to 24 in., $2.50; 2 to 3 ft., $4.00 each. 34 $90 FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 ae Deciduous and Evergreen Shrubs (Continued) AZALEAS (Continued) Hinodegiri—Is of broad, spreading habit, with beautiful evergreen foliage and many fiery-red, single flowers. Bushy plants, 6 to 9 in., $1.25; 9 to 12 in., $1.75; 12 to 15 in., $2.50; 15 to 18 in., $4.50 each. Ledifolia Alba, Indica Alba (Snow Azalea) Strong-growing variety, produces very large snow-white flowers, occasionally light laven- der. 12 to 15 in., $1.50; 15 to 18 in., $2.50; 18 to 24 in., $3.50 each. Viscosa (Commonly known as “Swamp Honeysuckle”) ——Of great hardiness and de- lightfully fragrant. White flowers during late June. Well budded specimens. 2 to 3 ft., $2.50; 3 to 4 ft., $3.50 each. BUDDLEIA (Butterfly Bush) Magnifica—The long, graceful and exquisitely fragrant spikes of flowers as illustrated are of a pleasing, rich violet-rose and are produced in profusion from early June until late autumn. See illustration page 37. Splendid large plants, 50c each. BUXUS (Boxwood) Sempervirens—The ever popular Boxwood. Of medium height frequently grown in globe or pyramidal shape. Slow-growing but most endur- ing. Bushy plants, 12 to 18 in., $1.25; 18 to 24 in., $2.50 each. Suffruticosa—See Hedge Plants. extra sturdy and heavily rooted. CALYCANTHUS or Allspice Sweet Scented or Strawberry Shrub—Bears great numbers of double, dull brownish-purple flowers of exquisite, aromatic, strawberry-like fragrance. 14 to 2 ft., 75c; 2 to 3 ft., $1.00 each. CLETHRA (Sweet Pepper Bush) Alnifolia—Of rather low growth, with dense, light green foliage. Covered in July and August with spikes of small, creamy-white, fragrant flow- ers. 12 to 18 in., 50c; 18 to 24 in., 75c each. be ie Our stock is Fd AZALEA—J. T. Lovett Individual Flower of Azalea J. T. Lovett, (Reduced Size) CORNUS (Dogwood) Alba, Sibirica (Red-barked Dogwood)—Vivid, bright red bark, hence very showy. 2 to 3 ft, 50c; 3 to 4 ft., 75c each. Florida (White-flowered Dogwood)—In late May and early June it is enveloped in white flow- ers. 5 to 6 ft., $2.50; 6 to 8 ft., $4.50 each. Florida Rubra (Pink-flowered Dogwood)—With rosy-pink flowers. Blooms during May and early June. 2 to 3 ft., $4.00; 3 to 4 ft., $6.00; 4 to 5 ft., $8.00 each. Paniculata (Gray Dogwood)—The flowers are succeeded by white fruit on red peduncles. 2 to 3 ft:, 50c; 3 to 4 ft., 75c each: Stolonifera Aurea (Golden-barked Dogwood) — Has yellow bark. 3 to 4 ft., 75c; 4 to 5 ft., $1.00 each. CYDONIA (Japanese Flowering Quince) Japonica (Pyrus Japonica)—Spiny shrubs with green, glossy leaves and large, showy, scarlet flowers during May-June. 12 to 18 in., 50c; 18 to 24 in., 75c each. DAPHNE (Garland Flower) Cneorum—A prostrate, evergreen shrub of spreading habit, with small, pink, delight- fully fragrant flowers throughout summer and fall. Specimen plants, each, $1.50; dozen, $15.00. DEUTZIA Candidissima—Strong, upright grower, with pure, double white flowers in June. Crenata fl. pl. (Double Deutzia)—Of tall habit. Double pinkish flowers during June. Crenata Alba fl. pl. (Pride of Rochester) —Pure white form of above. See page 33 for colored illustration. Gracilis—Of dwarf habit. Pendulous white flowers in June. 12 to 18 in., 60c each. Lemoinei—Dwarf habit. In June the plants bear white flowers. 15 to 18 in., 60c; 18 to 24 in., 75c each. Scabra Watereri—Good grower, with beau- tiful, single pink flowets in June. Prices, except as noted, 2 to 3 ft., 40c; 3 to 4 ft., 60c; 4 to 5 ft., 75c each. @ +6 LOVETT’S NURSERY, LITILE SILVER? eee ogee KALMIA (Mountain Laurel) Latifolia—Among our native hardy ever- green shrubs, the Laurel ranks supreme. During June it is at its greatest glory, with its dainty, rose-pink buds and creamy-white flowers. Bushy plants, 12 to 18 in., $1.50; 18 to 24 in., $2.00; 2 to 3 ft., $2.50 each. Write for special quotations on carload lots. KERRIA (Double-flowered Globe Flower) Japonica fl. pl.—Slender, green branches and pretty, closely serrated leaves. The double flowers are deep orange-yellow and are produced in profusion throughout the summer months. 2 to 3 ft., 90c each. LIGUSTRUM or Privet Privets are described in detail on pages 44-45 Globe or Ball Privet—The California Privet, grown to form a dense, solid ball of foliage. 12 in. in diameter, $1.00; 18 in. in diameter, $1.50; 24 in. in diameter, $2.50 each. Large specimens from $3.50 to $7.50 each. LONICERA (Honeysuckle) Fragrantissima (Fragrant Bush Honeysuckle) —Exquisitely fragrant creamy-pink flowers. Morrowi—White flowers in May, red berries in late summer. Tartarica (Tartarian Bush Honeysuckle) — Fragrant pink flowers in May; waxy, light red berries in late summer. Any of the three varieties, 3 to 4 ft., 60c; 4 to 5 ft., 90c each. SYRINGA Philadelphus virginale Shrubs (Continued) EXOCHORDA or Pearl Bush Grandiflora—White flowers in profusion. Soft, light green foliage. 2 to 3 ft., 60c; 3 to 4 ft., 90c; 4 to 5 ft., $1.25 each. FORSYTHIA (Golden Bell) Fortunei—A strong, upright grower, bear- ing heavy canes that are literally loaded, in very early spring, with golden bell-shaped flowers. See page 32 for colored illustration. Intermedia—Very free-flowering. Suspensa—A pendulous growing variety, and one of the best. Viridissima (Green-barked Forsythia) — A free-flowering shrub of spreading habit and yellowish-green bark. Bell-shaped yellow flowers. 2 to 3 ft, 50c; 3 to 4 ft., 75c each. HYDRANGEA Arborescens Sterilis, Arborescens Grandi- flora (Snowball Hydrangea)—Large, full heads of snow-white flowers in lavish pro- fusion, from late in June until late in Au- gust. See colored illustration on page 33. Paniculata Grandiflora—In August it pro- duces broad terminal panicles of pure white flowers, frequently a foot long. Paniculata (Single)—Highly recommended in landscape planting. Blooms in Septem- ber. Flowers creamy-white. 1 to 1% ft., 40c; 1% to 2 ft., 50c; 2 to 3 ft., 65c; 3 to 4 ft., 90c each ALTHEA—Rose of Sharon 36 a Shrubs (Continued) MALUS (Flowering Crab Apple) A most interesting group of trees, large- ly natives of the highlands of Western China. They are strong growers, bear love- ly flowers, followed by ornamental fruits that will attract birds to your garden. Ioensis Plena (Betchel’s Crab) — Large, double, fragrant clear pink flowers. Atrosanguinea (Carmine Crab) — Bright pink flowers during May. Spectabilis (Chinese Crab) — Coral buds, delicate rose flowers. Purpurea (Purple-leaf Crab)—One of the showiest. Bright red flowers, purple folli- age, purple fruits. All varieties, 3 to 4 ft., $2.50; 4 to 5 ft., $3.50 each. PHILADELPHUS (Syringa) Coronarius (Mock Orange) — Of upright habit and produces, in June, a wealth of white, fragrant flowers. Gordonianus (Gordon’s Mock Orange)— A large shrub with spreading branches; 8 to 10 feet tall. Produces its white flowers in great racemes late in the summer. Grandiflorus—Similar to Coronarius, with larger flowers but not so fragrant. SPIREA—Anthony Waterer Spirea Bumalda Peet te ir ANNIVERSARY, 37 S78 19° 278 56 BUTTERFLY BUSH Buddleia magnifica PHILADELPHUS (Concluded) Virginale — Vigorous and tall; flowers in dense clusters; large and double; pure white. Undoubtedly the best of all va- rieties. 18 to 24 in., 75c; 2 to 3 ft., $1.00 each. Zeyheri — Tall-growing, with large, fra- grant white flowers. A fine sort. Any of the above, except as noted, 3 to 4 ft., 50c; 4 to 5 ft., 75c each. PRUNUS Pissardi (Purple-leaf Plum) —A_ dwarf growing tree with deep purple foliage car- ried throughout the entire summer and fall months. 3 to 4 ft., $1.00; 4 to 5 ft., $1.50 each. RHODODENDRONS (Great Laurel) The finest of our native, broad-leaved Evergreen Shrubs and one that thrives best where it is disturbed the least. Rhododendron Maximum—tThe hardiest of the species and a strong grower. Contrary to common belief, it does equally well in sun or shade, so long as the soil does not contain lime. Produces light pink flowers in late June and throughout July. LIllus- trated on page 39. 18 to 24 in., $1.50; 2 to 3 ft., $2.50; 3 to 4 ft., $3.50 each. Write for special quotations on carload lots. Shrubs (Continued) ROSA Multiflora—Single white flowers in large clusters; vigorous grower; excellent for massing. Of ex- ceedingly vigorous constitution. 2 to 3 ft., 50c; 3 to 4 ft., 75c each. Rugosa (Japanese or Ramanus Rose)—Of sturdy, stocky habit, with a wealth of large, rich green leaves. Large, single, rose-colored flowers all summer. 1) to 2 ft., 40c; 2 to 3 ft., 60c each. SALIX Caprea (Pussy Willow)—Our plants of this variety are of a very superior strain, which pro- duces silvery buds in early spring, approximately double the size of the old-fashioned variety. Our customers planting this variety will, we are sure, be delighted. 3 to 4 ft., 75c¢ each. SPIRAEA Anthony Waterer—Excels all others in brilliant purple crimson color. 12 to 18 in., 40c; 18 to 24 in., 60c each. Arguta — Of semi-dwarf growth, covered with pure white flowers in early May. Its lace-like foliage causes plants of this variety to be attrac- tive throughout the entire summer. 18 to 24 in., 50c each. Billardi — Dense panicles of rosy-pink flowers from early June until late October. 2 to 3 ft., 40c; 3 to 4 ft., 60c each. Billardi Alba—The white form of the preced- ing. 2 to 3 ft., 40c each. Froebeli—Bright crimson flowers. Dwarf and similar to A. Waterer, but a trifle taller than that variety, with broader leaves. 12 to 18 in., 35c; 18 to 24 in., 50c; 2 to 3 ft., 75c each. Opulifolia (Snowball-leaved Spiraea or Nine- bark)—Valuable for shaded locations. Tall growing. 4 to 5 ft., 75c each. Opulifolia Aurea (Golden-leaved Spiraea) — The yellow-leaved form. White flowers in June. 3 to 4 ft., 50c; 4 to 5 ft., 75c each. Prunifolia fl. pl. (Double Flowered Bridal Wreath) — In May and early June the branches are laden with masses of dainty, very double pure white flowers. 2 to 3 ft., 50c; 3 to 4 ft., 75c each. Thunbergii—The slender, drooping branches are literally covered with small white flowers in May. Foliage turns to bright shades of red in autumn. 1% to 2 ft., 60c each. Van Houttei—The famous Bridal Wreath. In late May and early June its pure white flow- ers entirely cover the bush. One of the very best of all Hardy Shrubs. Illustrated on page 32. 18 to 24 in., 30c; 2 to 3 ft., 40c; 3 to 4 ft., 60c; 4 to 5 ft., 80c each. STEPHENANDRA Flexuosa—Of graceful, compact habit, with handsome fern-like foliage. 18 to 24 in., 40c; 2 to 3 ft., 60c each. SYMPHORICARPUS Racemosus (Snowberry)—An old favorite. In July and August it has small pink flowers, which are followed by great numbers of large, pure white, wax-like berries in clusters. Conspicuous and interesting. 2 to 3 ft., 50c each. Vulgaris (Indian Currant, Coral Berry)—Of low- growing and graceful habit, with numerous small pink flowers in August and September, followed by dull red berries, which literally cover the branches and remain nearly all winter. 18 to 24 in., 35c; 2 to 3 ft., 50c each. Vulgaris Variegata—Similar to its parents, ex- cepting that it carries decidedly attractive varie- gated foliage. 2 to 3 ft., $1.00 each. SYRINGA (Lilac) Villosa—A species from Japan. Large branch- ing panicles; flowers light rosy-purple in bud, creamy-white when open; fragrant. Especially valuable as its flowers appear two weeks after those of other Lilacs. 2 to 3 ft., 75c each. Vulgaris (Purple Lilac)—-The variety of our grandmother’s gardens. Of strong-growing, up- right habit, and produces many large clusters of richly fragrant, light purple or true lilac flowers in early spring. Illustrated on page 32. 2 to 3 ft., 50c; 3 to 4 ft., 75c each. Vulgaris Alba (White Lilac)—-A variety of the above having large panicles of fragrant pure white flowers. 2 to 3 ft., 75c each. é Bee ErErTH ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 4 Shrubs (Continued) HYBRID LILACS These named varieties of Lilacs are marvels of beauty and elegance—so far superior to the older varieties that but a faint idea of their worth can be given in print. They must be seen to be appreciated. The following varieties are considered to be the very best of their respective colors. Charles K—A strong grower of upright habit, with large, single purple flowers. Immense clusters of One of the best. Marie Legraye—Pure white, medium sized flowers. An excellent variety. Single flowered. Michael Buchner—Clear lilac, shaded blue on interior of petals. Buds deep pinkish lilac. Large. Double. President Grevy—Double. Clusters large and full. Buds pale tones of lilac, flowers beauti- ful light blue. Rubra de Marley (Red Marley)—Single, in large, full clusters. Flowers lilac, touched with blue. Pinkish buds. Souv. de Ludwig Spaeth—Flowers large and single in very large, long, pointed clusters. Very rich dark purplish-red. Alphonse Lavalle—The double bluish flowers of this variety look almost like flowers produced by double Hyacinths. Mme. Cassimer Perrier — Produces very large, creamy white, double flowers. Mme. Lemoine—W hite. beautiful double flowers. Wm. Robinson—Flowers of this variety, which are double, are produced in very large, double trusses, and are deep violet, or violet-pink in color. Any of above, strong, bushy, 2 to 3 ft. plants, ready to bloom, each, $1.25. Special Offer—One each of above ten fine sorts, for $10.00. TAMARIX Africana—Of strong, upright, grotesque habit, with airy, slender leaves and a profusion of dainty, soft pink flowers in May. 2 to 3 ft., 50c; 3 to 4 ft., 75c; 4 to 5 ft., $1.00 each. VIBURNUM Opulus Sterilis (Common Snowball or Guelder .Rose)——Of strong growth and spreading habit. In late May and early June, it bears large, round clusters of pure white flowers. Illustrated on page 34. 18 to 24 in., 75c; 2 to 3 ft., $1.00 each. Plicatum (Japanese Snowball)—Of compact, up- right habit with highly ornamental foliage, and bears dense clusters of pure white flowers in great profusion, during late May and early ane: 18 to 24 in., $1.00; 2 to 3 ft. $1.50 each. Dentatum (Arrow-wood) — One of the best for growing in dense shade, particularly where the soil is moist. Of semi-tall growth. 2 to 3 ft., 60c each. 39 RHODODENDRONS WEIGELIA (Diervilla) Candida (White Weigelia)—Produces handsome, pure white flowers freely during late spring and summer. 18 to 24 in., 50c; 2 to 3 ft., 75c each. Eva Rathke — Deep garnet-red flowers are pro- duced in abundance throughout the summer and autumn. 18 to 24 in., 50c; 2 to 3 ft., 75c each. Desboisi—Small, dark crimson flowers. 2 to 3 ft., 60c; 3 to 4 ft., 75c each. Hendersonii—Fine, compact habit; flowers me- dium size; outside of petals red, pink on the in- side. 2 to 3 ft., 40c; 3 to 4 ft., 60c each. Rosea Amabilis (Pink Weigelia)—-Great masses of deep pink flowers in June. 2 to 3 ft., 40c; 3 to 4 ft., 60c; 4 to 5 ft., 80c each. Rosea Nana Variegata (Variegated - leaved Weigelia) — Foliage is deeply margined with clear creamy white, distinctly defined. Light pink flowers in profusion during June. 18 to 24 in., 50c; 2 to 3 ft., 75c each. XANTHORIZA Apifolia (Yellow-root)—Of very dwarf growth, and splendid for use as a ground cover, especially in shady locations. Bushy plants, 30c each. YUCCA (Spanish Bayonet) Filamentosa (Adam’s Needle)—The glory of the hardy or shrubbery border during July when it throws up stout flower stalks four to five feet high, with great panicles of large, drooping, lily-like, creamy white flowers. It is entirely hardy and succeeds everywhere. 50c each. YUCCA FILAMENTOSA FOLIIS VARIEGATA A Highly Ornamental Form of the Old-Fashioned *Adam’s Needle” Here is a form of Yucca, or “Spanish Bay- onet,” with variegated leaves which are almost as attractive as those of the rare greenhouse plant, known as Pandanus Veitchi—a child of the tropics. Absolutely hardy and grows readily in any soil and situation. Each, $1.50. EVERGREENS MAKE AN IDEAL YEAR AROUND PORCH PLANTING Evergreens NATURE’S FINEST TREES ITHOUT exception Evergreens are the best all around trees for the small home or great estate. In summer their cool green is colorful and refreshing, and they stand as beacons of warmth and hospitality in the cold whiteness of winter. They are among the longest lived of all trees and become more and more valuable as their size increases. The liberal planting of Evergreens will well repay you. AMERICAN ARBOR VITAE ARBOR VITAE Biota Aurea Nana (Golden Arbor Vitae) —Globular shaped with yellow-edged foli- age. An excellent foreground Evergreen in a group or extensive planting. 6 to 9 in., $1.00; 9 to 12 in., $1.50; 12 to 15 in., $2.00 each. Biota orientalis—Tall and slender. Rich dark green. 18 to 24 in., $1.50; 2 to 3 ft., $2.00; 3 to 4 ft., $2.50 each. Biota Rosedaleana—Of slow growth. Blue heath-like foliage. 9 to 12 in., $1.35; 12 to 15 in., $1.75 each. Thuja occidentalis (American Arbor Vitae)—Bright green leaves of a yellowish hue on underside. Excellent for tall hedges, screens and windbreaks. Erect pyra- midal habit. Grows rapidly and easily adapted to trimming so that height can be controlled. Grows 30 to 40 feet high. 18 to 24 in., $1.25; 2 to 3 ft., $2.00; 3 to 4 ft., $3.50; 4 to 5 ft., $5.00 each. Thuja pyramidalis (Pyramidal Arbor Vitae)—A valuable Evergreen of compact, upright habit. Foliage a light green which it retains throughout the winter. 15 to 18 in., $1.35; 18 to 24 in., $1.75; 2 to 2% ft., $2.50; 2% to 3 ft., $3.00 each. Thuja o. Compacta — Dwarf; globular. Splendid hedge plant; admits severe clip- ping. 9 to 12 in., $1.25: 12) to doin $1.50; 15 to 18 in., $1.75; 18 to 24 in., $2.00 each. 2 AER GIETH ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 me Evergreens (Continued) ARBOR VITAE (Concluded) : Thuja o. Douglasi Aurea—Formal, broad pyramidal shape. Yellow-green foliage. 15 to 18 in., $2.00 each. Thuja o. Elegantissima—Rich green foliage, tipped with yellow. 18 to 24 in, $2.25; 2 to 2% ft. $3.00 each. Thuja o. Globosa—Dwarf, close, com- pact, foliage a gray-green. 9 to 12 in, $1.25; 12 to 15 in., $1.50; 15 to 18 in., $1.75 each. Thuja o. Hoveyi—Bright green foli- age—oval shaped. 12 to 15 in., $1.50; 15 to 18 in., $1.75; 18 to 24 in., $2.00 each. Thuja o. lutea—Foliage, clear, golden- yellow, of excellent staying qualities. 15 to 18 in., $2.00; 18 to 24 in., $2.50; 2 to 2% ft., $3.00; 2% to 3 ft., $3.50 each. Thuja o. Reedi—Broad and bushy, densely branched conical tree. 12 to 15m iSO: 15) to 18) ins $1075 each. oe CE — Thuja o. Rosenthali—Deep green foli- Through the Year Evergreens Add That Touch age, columnar type—medium growth. of Refinement and Beauty For formal use. 15 to 18 in., $2.00; 18 to 24 : 4 ; in., $2.75; 2 to 2% ft., $3.50; 244 to 3 ft., $4.50 Thuja occidentalis Wareana—Very hardy; foli- each. : age dark, grayish-green color. 12 to 15 in, Thuja o. Spiralis—A distinct variety of erect, ore ie a SOU: DUAL SORES eee 0; formal habit. Deep green foliage. 2 to 2% ft., boi a 72 ite UN raat I en Rete $3.50; 24% to 3 ft, $4.50; 3 to 3% ft, $5.50. JUNIPERS pues Juniperus Chinensis Pfitzeriana—Broad, bushy type, useful in mixed planting. Green foliage. 15 to 18 in. spread, $2.50; 18 to 24 in. $3.00; 2 to 2% ft., $4.50; 2% to 3 ft., $6.00; 3 to 31% ft., $9.00 each. Juniperus Communis—Dense growth, grayish-green foliage. WValu- able for formal effects. 2% to 3 ft. $3.50; 3 to 4 ft., $4.50 each. Juniperus Communis Aurea—Prostrate growth with bright golden- yellow foliage. 12 to 18 in. spread, $1.75; 18 to 24 in., $2.50; 2 to 2% ft., $3.50 each. Juniperus C. Hibernica—Erect, dense conical tree, grayish-green foli- age. 18 to 24 in., $1.75; 2 to 2% ft., $2.50; 2% to 3 ft., $3.00 each. Juniperus C. Prostrata—Of dwarf, prostrate growth and habit. 12 to 18 in. spread, $1.75; 18 to 24 in., $2.50; 2 to 2% ft., $3.50 each. Juniperus chinensis Columnaris (Columnar Chinese Juniper)—Rapid growing variety, forming attractive column of gray-green foliage. In every way a desirable sort. 3 to 3% ft. specimens, $7.50 each. Juniperus Squamata Meyeri—Excellent for rock gardens or borders. Carries attractive blue-green foliage. 9 to 12 in., $2.50 each. Juniperus Excelsa Stricta—Close-growing pyramidal form with gray- green foliage. 9 to 12 in., $1.50; i2-to 15>) yin:, $2.00; 15 to 18 in., $2.50 each. Pe IRISH JUNIPER Juniperus Hibernica LOVETT’?S NURSERY, LITTLE SIieverR. Nee Evergreens (Continued) PINES AND SPRUCES JUNIPERS (Concluded) Juniperus Virginiana glauca (Blue Cedar)—Ex- tremely hardy and one of the most attractive of all blue foliaged Evergreens. Grows in columnar form. 2 to 2% ft., $3.50; 2% to 3 ft., $4.50; 3 to 3% ft., $5.50; 3% to 4 ft., $6.50 each. ENTRANCE PLANTIN G OF EVERGREENS SPRUCES Picea Excelsa—Its rapid growth and great hardiness make this a favorite for shelter or mass effect. 12 to 18 in., $1.00; 18 to 24 in., $1.50; 2 to 3 ft., $2.50 each. Kosteriana (Koster’s Blue Spruce)—Write for prices. We have an extra fine supply of large specimen plants. Picea orientalis—Foliage smaller and more dense than ‘other Spruces. Deep glossy green foliage. Very beautiful. 18 to 24 in., $2.50; 2 to 3 ft., $3.50 each. Picea Pungens—Light green foliage. Very hardy. Fine for windbreaks or specimens. 15 to 18 in., $3.00; 18 to 24 in., $4.00 each. PINES Pinus Mughus—Dwarf, compact. Its dark green foliage and formal shape make it valuable in low plantings or rockeries. 12 to 18 in., $3.00 each. Pinus nigra. var. Austriaca (Austrian Pine) — Massive, spreading limbs, long, stiff needles. Thrives along the coast or inland. Handsome for specimen or open group planting. 18 to 24 in., $2.50; 2 to 3 ft. $3.50 each. Pinus Resinosa—Reddish-brown bark. Foli- age light green—a beautiful tree. 18 to 24 in., $2.00; 2 to 3 ft., $3.50; 3 to 4 ft., $5.00 each. RETINOSPORAS Retinospora Filifera—Valuable for formal work. Medium height, foliage deep green. 12 to 18 in., $2.00; 18 to 24 in., $3.00; 2 to 3 ft., $4.50; 3 to 4 ft.,, $5.50 each. Retinospora F. Aurea—Very scarce. Golden va- riety. Very graceful. Pure gold the year around. 12 to 15 in. spread, $3.00; 15 to 18 in., $3.50; 18 to 24 in., $4.50 each. Pate be Tr ANNIVERSARY , Seas 19 278 ENE Evergreens (Continued) RETINOSPORAS (Continued) Retinospora obtusa Crippsi— Lemon-yellow. Warm color note in garden or base planting. 12 to 18 in., $3.00; 18 to 24 in., $4.00. Retinospora obtusa Gracilis—Compact, graceful in habit. Rich dark green, lace-like foliage. 15 to 18 in., $3.00; 18 to 24 in., $4.00; 2 to 2% ft., $5.00; 24% to 3 ft., $6.00; 3 to 3% ft., $7.50 each. Retinospora obtusa Nana—Slow growing, dwarf. Rich dark green foliage. Used in pots or in gardens. 9 to IPAS 0,120) 15) an) 46-00! each. Retinospora Picifera — Tall, pyramidal shape; deep, glossy green, large leaved foliage. Fine for formal use when clipped. 18 to 24 in., $2.50; 2 to 3 ft., $3.50; 3 to 4 ft., $4.50 each. Retinospora Picifera Aurea—Similar to type in form and habit. Golden color. 18 to 24 in., $2.50; 2 to 3 ft., $3.50; 3 to 4 ft., $4.50 each. Retinospora Plumosa—Useful for hedges and formal work. Of broad, pyramidal shape. 12 to 18 in., $1.75; 18 to 24 in., $2.50; 2 to 3 ft., $3.50; 3 to 4 ft., $4.50 each. Retinospora Plumosa Lutescens—Light green foliage tipped a lemon-yellow. Dwarf. 9 to 12 in., $1.50; 12 to 15 in., $2.00 each. Retinospora Plumosa Aurea — Very hardy; fine for specimens or hedging. Golden foli- age holds well through the summer. 12 to 18 in., $1.75; 18 to 24 in., $2.50; 2 to 3 ft., $3.50 each. Retinospora Plumosa Aurea Lovetti — The foli- KOSTER’S BLUE SPRUCE age has the appearance of being dusted with pure gold. 9 to 12 in., $1.75; 12 to 15 in., $2.50; HEMLOCK 15 to 18 in., $3.00; 18 to 24 in., $4.00 each. Retinospora Squarrosa_ Veitchii— Useful for hedging or as formal specimens. Silvery-blue foliage, soft and graceful. 9 to 12 in., $1.50; i2utal 13) in) $2100; 18) 101 24 im, $3100; 2) to 2¥2 ft., $3.50 each. Tsuga Sargenti (Sargent’s Weeping Hemlock) — YEW A very beautiful variety of decidedly pendulous Taxus Cuspidata Brevifolia—Handsome dwarf growth. Scarce and high in price, but really Evergreen. Spreading branches, thick with short cheap considering the beauty of the variety. dark green needles. 9 to 12 in., $1.75; 12 to 18 Specimen plants, 18 in. or more in spread, in., $3.00; 18 to 24 in., $4.00. each, $12.50. Tsuga Canadensis—Excellent as a hedge plant or specimen. 12 to 18 in., $2.00; 18 to 24 in., $3.00; 2 to 3 ft., $4.00; 3 to 4 ft, $6.00; 4 to 5 ft., $8.50 each. : A FOUNDATION PLANTING OF EVERGREENS 43 % # LOVETT’S NURSERY, LITTLE Sie VER Nee o Hedges of Beauty and Utility RTISTIC appreciation and economic neces- sity have swung the pendulum of public approval again to the living, growing hedge, and we find them much preferred to the cold, austere brick walls or iron fences of past years. Not only do they provide privacy, and beauty as well, but they also form a back- ground or embellishment for practically any type of landscaping. California Privet, first brought into prom- inence as a hedge plant by the founder of this Nursery, is undoubtedly the finest and most popular of all varieties. $ GLOBE PRIVET—Showing Thick, Healthy Growth We specialize in the production of Privet and Barberry, growing hundreds of thou- sands of these popular plants in various sizes. For landscape architects and others re- quiring large quantities we will be pleased to make special quotations. Plants Suitable For Hedges—High or Low LIGUSTRUM (The Privets) A family of plants which, due to their rapid growth and ornamental foliage, are ideally adapted to forming dense hedges. All varieties of Privet stand shearing well and are readily trained to various shapes. For a hedge, plant in single row eight inches apart. Ovalifolium (California Privet) — The popular hedge plant with glossy deep green leaves. In- troduced by us as a hedge plant in the early seventies and now more largely planted for orna- mental hedges than any other shrub. Its strong, quick, upright growth adapts it singularly well for being grown as a barrier or to hide unsight- ly objects. Doz. 100 1000 12 tov 0S sing ee ee $0.60 $ 3.50 $30.00 LS to 24 ain, Ree .80 5.00 40.00 2tor 3 Geter WD) 7.00 60.00 3 tod ft ee ee 1/2 10.00 90.00 We also have larger sizes, write for prices. Note—A leaflet, giving instructions for the planting of Privet Hedges, mailed upon request. Globe or Ball Privet—The California Privet, grown to form a dense solid ball of foliage. 12 in. in diameter, $1.00; 18 in. in diameter, $1.50; 24 in. in diameter, $2.50. Large specimens, from $3.50 to $7.50 each. Pyramidal Shaped California Privet—In appear- ance very much like pyramidal Boxwood. Well grown specimens, 2 to 2% ft. high, $2.50 each. CALIFORNIA PRIVET 44 FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 ie Hedge Plants (Continued) IBOLIUM PRIVET (New) A cross between California Privet and Ibota, having the attractiveness of California Privet and the hardiness of Ibota. Very desirable for North- ern climates, where it has stood zero temperatures without injury. With us, it is almost evergreen, retaining its foliage until after Christmas. 12 to 18 in., dozen, $2.00; 100, $12.00; 1000, $100.00. Write for quotations on larger sizes. REGEL’S PRIVET Ligustrum Regelianum—A very strong, vigorously growing shrub with white flowers, followed by black berries. Equally attractive in either hedge form or as specimen shrub, forming dense, sym- metrical bushes. 18 to 24 in., each, 25c; dozen, $2.50; 100, $15.00. 2 to 3 ft., each, 35c; dozen, $3.50; 100, $25.00. 3 to 4 ft., each, 50c; dozen, $5.00; 100, $35.00. HARDY NORTH AMOOR PRIVET Ligustrum Amurense — Has olive-green foliage, and forms a dense and handsome hedge. Suc- ceeds in the shade of overhanging trees much better than does California Privet. Has numer- ous panicles of white flowers during June; in the autumn the branches are loaded with con- spicuous, steel-blue berries. Similar to L. Ibota, = but the hardiest of all Privets. BARBERRY Looks Good as a Single Specimen Prices of Amoor North Privet Doz. 100 1000 112 aay: WKS WSs Sespanocnceces $1.25 $ 800 $ 60.00 NS aay BAN Sins: Sasececanceue 1E7 5A Ci00\5S0:00 Dr itoueaa there pastes 2.00 12.00 100.00 Zi tomy Ay hts cece, cide ASD) MSL) LBDLOL BARBERRY Berberis Thunbergii—Has become very popu- lar for producing low, dense hedges. Its abundant, small light green leaves which turn to rich colors in autumn, and its wealth of scarlet berries render it very attractive. It is extremely hardy, and requires but little prun- ing. Ornamental and graceful the year around. For hedges set plants 12 inches apart. Transplanted: Doz. 100 1000 Oto Tans ee ea $1.50 % 8.00 $ 60.00 Zico LSane ee nee 2.00 10.00 80.00 (8 to, D4 nen ei ae. 3.00 17.50 150.00 2to2% ft. extra bushy 5.00 30.00 250.00 NEW RED LEAVED JAPANESE BARBERRY A new introduction that is exceedingly popular. Carries attractive red foliage throughout the entire summer and fall. It should be planted where it has full ex- posure to the sun in order to do its best. Strong, one-year-old plants, each, 75c; dozen, $7.50; 100, $50.00. BARBERRY HEDGING 45 < 4 LOVETT’ S (NURSERY, EDT Tee Steve sae n : Hedge Plants (Continued) BOX BARBERRY A very dwarf, compact form of Berberis Thunbergii which it equals in ironclad consti- tution. Especially valuable for edging beds in formal gardening, or for forming low hedges anywhere. For edging, plant 4 inches apart; for a low hedge, plant 6 to 9 inches apart. Readily confined to any given space since it stands severe pruning to perfection. Doz. 100 1000 1 year, field grown... $2.00 $15.00 $125.00 2 year, field grown ...... 5 Oe 2 OO me 200/00 ELEAGNUS ANGUSTIFOLIA (Russian Olive Hedging) This variety, a native of Northern Asia, was, until a few years ago, regarded as a very rare variety of Ornamental Shrub. It, quite natural- ly, is extremely hardy and appears to thrive in very light, sandy soil, where most varieties of Shrubs would almost surely fail. It is one of our very best varieties for planting in close proximity to the ocean. Covered with silvery foliage, even when not producing its attractive cranberry-like berries, it is indeed an attractive variety. Plants, 2 to 3 ft. high, doz., $3.00; Plants, 3 to 4 ft. high, doz., ..3.50; 100, $20.00. 100, 25.00. DWARF BOXWOOD Boxwood has been termed “the Antique” of the garden, since it grows to rare old age, improv- ing in shape and outline as it grows older. Plant- 4 +3% Sita > a? »¢ 4 A FORMAL GARDEN, SUCH AS WE PLAN AND EXECUTE 46 ing Boxwood is like investing in good bonds— you cannot lose! Buxus Suffruticosa—This is of exceedingly slow growth, but becomes very compact and is most attractive. Delights in a partially shaded situa- tion. For edging, plant 3 to 4 inches apart. Extra bushy plants, 4 to 6 in., dozen, $3.50; 100, $25.00; 6 to 8 in., dozen, $5.00; 100, $40.00. ALTHEA or Rose of Sharon Hibiscus syriacus—The adaptability of Althea as a hedge plant is due to its erect, compact growth and the uniform height of the plants. Especially valuable because it blooms in August, when the flowers cause a hedge of this to be a genuine de- light to the eye. Particularly adapted to city planting, since it seems to stand dust and neglect better than most other shrubs. Separate colors or mixed, 18 to 24 in., dozen, $2.00; 100, $15.00. 2 to 3 ft., dozen, $3.00; 100, $22.00. SPIRAEA VAN HOUTTEI Eminently suitable for forming fine hedges. A more graceful object than a Spiraea hedge in full bloom is difficult to find. The very decorative foliage makes Spiraea Van Houttei a delight to the eye throughout the growing season. 12 to 18 in., dozen, $2.00; 100, $15.00. 18 to 24 in., dozen, $3.00; 100, $20.00. 2 to 3 ft., dozen, $4.00; 100, $30.00. ROSA. RUGOSA Ideally adapted for forming well-nigh im- penetrable hedges. By severely pruning them every year they may be kept within any desired limit of height, besides blooming more freely. 15 to 18 in., dozen, $3.00; 100, $20.00. 18 to 24 in., dozen, $4.00; 100, $30.00. OOR LANDSCAPE ‘DEPARTMENT AT YOUR SERVICE We maintain a force of competent men ready to go any reasonable dis- tance to plan and plant home grounds. They will be glad to meet you by appointment, without any obligation on your part. It has been our privilege (and a pleasure) to embellish some of the largest estates in the East, and we shall be delighted to give, as refer- ence, the patrons whom we have served in your neighborhood. H Peete PE ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 Climbing Vines VINES THAT CLING AND CREEP We offer hardy vines that will thrive in all parts of the country, make a luxuriant growth and most of them will bear lovely flowers during their season. Vines will be mailed, if cash is sent for post- age as per table. Quotations by the 100 and 1000 of any variety given upon request. All are strong, two or three-year plants. * AMPELOPSIS Veitchi (Boston or Japanese Ivy) — A most popular climber, clinging firmly to brick, stone or other material. Deep, glossy green, ivy-shaped foliage, which turns to crimson and gold in autumn. Strong, 2 years, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. Quinguefolia (Virginia Creeper or American Ivy) —Of rapid, vigorous growth. Foliage turns brilliant crimson in fall. Strong, 2 years, each, 40c; dozen, $4.00. BIGNONIA Radicans (Trumpet Flower)—Fern-like foliage and large, trumpet-shaped flowers of vivid or: ange-scarlet during mid-summer. Two years, each, 40c; dozen, $4.00. Grandiflora (Giant Trumpet Flower)—One of the most gorgeous climbers. The orange-scarlet flowers are like huge trumpets, while the fern- like foliage causes the plant to be ornamental throughout the season. Extra heavy, 2-year-old plants, each, $1.50; dozen, $15.00. CELASTRUS Scandens (Bitter-Sweet)—-Rapid-growing, with orange-yel- low fruit. Strong 2 years, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. CLEMATIS Paniculata (Japanese Virgin’s Bower)—Unequalled for airy It quickly grows to a height of 15 to During August and Sep- tember it resembles a sheet of fleecy white, composed of Two-year roots, grace and beauty. 20 feet, and spreads freely. numerous pure white, star-like flowers. each, 40c; dozen, $4.00; 100, $25.00. CLEMATIS (Large Flowered) Our supply of these deservedly popular climbers is now But the demand is great—we better than ever before. suggest prompt orders! Henryi—Large, ivory-white flowers, freely produced nearly all summer. Jackmanni—Large, rich, velvety violet-plum flowers. Mme. Baron-Villard—Large, rosy-lilac flowers. grower. Blooms late. Mme. Edouard Andre—Rosy-carmine flowers in bewilder- ing profusion. Any of above, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Special Offer—One of each of the four large-flowered Clematis, for $3.00. EUONYMUS Vegeta (Evergreen Bitter-Sweet)—Large, oval, evergreen foliage followed by clusters of orange-red berries. years, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. A strong HEDERA (Ivy) Hibernica (English or Irish Ivy)—An old fa- vorite vine, useful for covering walls and grow- ing on trunks of trees. Also useful as ground cover. Strong plants from pots, each, 35c; dozen, $3.50. LONICERA (Honeysuckle) Halleana (Hall’s Japanese Honeysuckle) — A popular and very valuable vine with abundant, glossy, evergreen foliage. Exceedingly fragrant flowers from May until November. Two years, each, 30c; dozen, $3.00; 100, $20.00. PUERARIA (Kudzu Vine) Thunbergiana (Japanese Kudzu Vine) — The most rapid-growing plant known. Its large leaves produce a dense shade. Rose-purple, pea-shaped flowers during late August. Each, 40c; dozen, aol. VINCA Minor (Periwinkle) — Known also as Trailing Myrtle. Of rapid growth, with glossy, evergreen leaves. Presents, in spring and early summer, a blanket of bright blue flowers. Each, 25c; dozen, $2.50; 100, $15.00. WISTARIA (Glycine) Sinensis (Chinese Wistaria)—-Of rapid growth and attains a great height. In May its flowers of soft, dainty lavender-blue are produced in pendulous racemes a foot or more long. First- class, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. Two CLEMATIS PANICULATA Ne '8712) oe Fruit Trees for Commercial Orchards and Home Gardens ITH the use of fruit ever increasing, fruit trees present an even bigger interest than heretofore, both to the commercial grower and the home owner. About the home, even the one with but a moder- ate amount of planting land available, the judicious selection and use of fruit trees will solve both the Bees of fruit for the table and shade for the yard. Every fruit tree listed in this guide is of the high- est quality, with large, sturdy trunk and a well developed, healthy root system. Apples EVER THE MOST POPULAR FRUIT Combining, as it does, all of the characteristics of a healthful, easily digested, palatable and attractive fruit, the apple remains the most popular of fruits. It is among the easiest to cultivate and most profitable of all fruit trees grown in temperate climates. From among the several thousand varieties grown we have selected those that are the best and will respond most readily to the growing conditions of this country. Plant 30 feet apart, each way, thus requiring 48 trees to properly plant one acre. All apple trees offered in this catalog are two years old, or older, and first-class in every respect; we have never grown better. Price of all varieties of Apple trees (except Lovett), each, 75c; dozen, $7.50; 100, $40.00. We will be glad to quote by letter, extra fine, one-year-old Apple trees to those wishing same for commercial orchards. Baldwin—Early winter. Dark red, of good specimen to behold. Ripening in the early part quality. Thrives best in Northern latitudes. of August, it produces an Apple of pleasing flavor, firm flesh, and above average in size. While the above characteristics would be sufh- cient to make it popular, it possesses, in addition, a texture of flesh and aromatic flavor that make it one of the finest quality Apples imaginable. CORTLAND Superior in many respects, to old McIntosh. A decided improvement on McIntosh, an excellent Each, $1.50; dozen, $15.00. variety for late keeping, and also a splendid shipper. Comparatively speaking, Cortland averages larger than McIntosh and is more uniform in size. Fruits are more highly colored, the red being of a lighter and brighter shade. The flesh is quite firm and juicy. In season of ripening it comes several weeks after Mc- Intosh, and the apples cling longer and better to the trees. Banana (Winter Banana)—Late fall. Beautiful waxen yellow with blush cheek, large, very beau- tiful, highest quality. Delicious— (See illustration of a typical speci- men on this page.) No other sort, within the recollection of the oldest fruit growers, has so completely won the country on the basis of sheer merit as has Delicious. The Apples vary slight- ly in shape and coloring in different sections and on different soils, but are always of good size. Early winter. Lovett Apple—Years of association with the best in nursery stock has made us especially careful of the new variety of plant, flower, tree or shrub, to which we give the name, LOVETT. Twelve years ago, with fullest confidence that it would be a credit to us, we named this Apple The Lovett. And today, after submission to all tests of climate and cultural conditions, as a fruit par excellence, and a sturdy, well growing tree, it has justified itself. It is an abundant summer - bearer, unusually prolific, and a most beautiful DELICIOUS APPLE 48 abe Mmewebet rr ANNIVERSARY, 1878:- 1928 ‘ AS Apples (Continued) Each, 75c; dozen, $7.50; 100, $40.00. English Coddling—Fruit large to very large; form vi se round and flat; color, greenish-yellow, with dull red , cheek where exposed to sun; good quality, rather acid. One of the best cooking and market Apples of its season. Ripens from mid-August to Septem- ber, when the demand for large, green Apples is greatest. Gravenstein—Large; yellow, nearly covered with dull red. September and October. Grimes’ Golden—Of just medium size, but very de- licious; matures in early winter. A Branch of the W onderful Lovett Apple Jonathan—Late winter. Round, of medium size, fine grained and of acid flavor. King—It is one of the most widely planted Apples in home orchards, and sells for a higher average than most other standard Apples. The fruits are a beautiful red on a yellow back- ground, uniformly large and symmetrical. It is crisp, tender, juicy, aromatic, and richly flavored. King requires fertile, well-drained soil and sheltered situations to do its best. Winter. Maiden Blush—Favorably known every- where for over a century, it attained and holds its popularity chiefly by virtue of its distinctive and very handsome crim- son-cheeked, lemon-yellow fruit. Very good for cooking. Late fall. McIntosh—Autumn. A most beautiful Apple of extra high quality. Deep red in color; a splendid keeper. Twenty Ounce—Continues to hold its own as the East’s standard fall Apple, by virtue of many excellent characteristics. Fruits are extra large, handsomely colored, with stripes and splashes of red. Unsurpassed for cooking. Red Astrachan—Early summer. Large; deep crimson; flesh white, of a rich acid flavor. Rhode Island Greening — Large; yellowish- green; tender, juicy and rich. November to March. Rome Beauty—Winter. Mostly red with some yellow; excellent keeper; reliable. Stayman’s Winesap—One of the finest Apples for fancy trade and always in demand. Of delicious, spicy flavor and juiciness. November until late April. Wealthy—Unique in its production of white fleshed, juicy beau- ties. The fruit is exceptionally handsome and smooth. A splendid winter variety. Williams Early Red—The fruit is large, bright crimson, of most attractive shape, and of good quality. Among the best early summer Apples. York Imperial (Johnson’s Fine Winter) Medium to large; greenish-yellow, nearly covered with bright red; flesh firm and juicy; vigorous growth. November to March Yellow Transparent—One of the finest among the extremely early bearers. Wery productive of me- dium to large Apples of uniform shape. Flesh white, juicy and spicy. 49 LOVED ES" NURSERY Lita le Sila Ne Pears STANDARD VARIETIES Plant 20 feet apart. First-class Trees (except as noted otherwise), each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Angouleme (Dauachess)—Introduced over a hun- dred years ago from France, this is more general- ly grown throughout New York than any other, and deservedly more popular than most other kinds. The fruits are of magnificent size, rather irregularly shaped at times, but always of most delightful flavor, melting and delicious. Anjou—Late autumn. Green with red cheek; high quality, juicy and melting; strong-growing tree, prolific. Bartlett—Summer. Yellow; the most widely grown and the most popular of all varieties. When fertilized freely this variety has an in- clination to blight; does best when grown in sod. Green with red prolific; decays Clapp’s Favorite—Early summer. cheek; large, juicy, melting; quickly when ripe. DOUGLAS PEAR—A remarkable new Pear that is heralded everywhere as the finest of Pears. Here is a BLIGHT-FREE PEAR—in which is COMBINED the best qualities of all leading va- rieties—with the drawbacks of none. It bears even more profusely than the Kieffer. It begins to bear at an earlier age than any other Pear on earth and ripens in the late fall. It ranks with the best in shape, size and coloring. In flavor it excels others—rich, melting, sweet, juicy, tender —altogether delicious. DOUGLAS PEARS. Remarkably hardy and vigorous, does not re- quire rich soil or close attention and care. Sturdy, two-year-old trees, each, $2.00; dozen, $20.00. Kieffer — Autumn. Yellow, with red cheek; coarse grained and of rather inferior quality, though it can be kept until mid-winter, and when thoroughly ripe is very good. Perhaps the most extensively grown of all winter varieties. Used largely for canning. Seckel—Very prolific. Though rather small, it is of extremely high quality. Ripens late in summer and is a dull red with much russet. Con- sidered by many the acme of perfection in Pear quality. - Plums THREE NEW HARDY PLUMS OF DECIDED MERIT Plant Plums 20 feet apart each way. All varieties in strong, two and three-year-old trees, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Loring—The fruit is of good size, and of very handsome, deep red color when ripe. Tender, juicy flesh. Sapa—Popular new Cherry-Plum hybrid. Has deep, wine-red flesh. Ripens quite early, a heavy bearer, and the trees bear quite young. Rich purple juice and wine-red flesh. Waneta— A heavy annual bearer of handsome, dark red plums. Flesh of firmest texture, yellow, and of delightful- ly sweet flavor. : PLUMS—Standard Varieties Abundance (Japanese)—Early. Amber, much covered with carmine. Very juicy - and of excellent quality; heavy annual bearer. Best and most reliable plum for New Jersey. Burbank (Japanese)—Ripens late in Au- gust. Inclined to overbear but, when properly thinned, produces fruit of immense size. Cherry-red with deep yellow, sweet flesh. Bradshaw—Early and very large. Purple with bloom; of very fair quality; strong-growing variety, one of the best for canning. — Grand Duke—Color of Bradshaw. Fruit large, of fine quality, free from rot, very productive. Lombard—Miid-season. A_ very reliable and popular variety. Very prolific. Violet-red fruits. Monarch—Very large, dark pur- plish-blue, good quality. Prolific. Moore’s Arctic—Belongs to the Damson class. Purplish-black, juicy, sweet, good. Late. Reine Claude marked with red on sunny side. Yellow Egg—Very large, egg-shaped. A little coarse but excellent for cooking. (De Bavary)—Mid-season. Green, $1.00 each; $10.00 per dozen. mente Er ANNIVERSARY, 1878-19-28 Sie | ae Lovett’s Peaches for Best Crops The delectability of the Peach, both for : table service and preserving, needs but few words of comment. It is looked forward to every year, during the growing season, with great anticipation and is hailed with joy and pleasure when ripened and ready for eating. Through transplantation by migra- tory nations, throughout past centuries, it has been branched into hundreds of varieties, one or more of which meet prac- tically every climatic or soil condition. In keeping with the general practices of our nurseries, here among the Peaches you will find offered none but those which are the best. Through management and specialization we offer this splendid stock at unusually low prices. Plant 18 feet apart each way. We offer the finest stock of peach trees that we have had in many years. Such grade, or type, of trees as ours is not generally offered at the prices quoted. However, our supply is such as to make it possible to sell these “best ever” grades at truly reasonable prices. Orchardists are invited to ask for special quotations on large quantities and on lighter grade of trees, of which we have a large supply. Price, except as noted, extra selected trees, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00; 100, $30.00. Medium grade trees, each, 35c; dozen, $3.50; 100, $20.00. Rochester—An Early Peach of ¢ Unusual Quality are. Des Four New Varieties of Exceptional Merit \ Cumberland — A semi-freestone, white-fleshed Belle .of Georgia—Mid-season. White, largely Peach, maturing the first of all high quality overspread with red; firm; sweet; freestone. sorts. A superior variety in quality, appearance ME cea Ge tO rot. Carmen—The earliest standard variety of merit. White flesh; semi-clingstone. Crawford’s Early—Large, yellow with red cheek; flesh yellow, juicy, sweet. Middle of August. Eclipse—A yellow-fleshed, second early freestone of high quality. Should prove most profitable as a commercial variety because of its season of ‘tipening and its firm, yellow, high quality flesh. Elberta—Mid-season. Fruit large. Yellow, deep ; k. Best k d cal | : Primrose—A seedling of Belle of Georgia crossed beg sere a costae Seamer = a with Elberta, originated at our New Jersey Agri- cultural Experimental Station. Produces yellow- fleshed, freestone fruit of splendid quality, ripens Iron Mountain—A very late, extra high quality, with Belle of Georgia, recommended as a splen. white-fleshed, freestone variety. One of the did yellow fleshed variety to precede Elberta. highest in quality of all Peaches. Bee eaner Ne seediimettot Belle. of Georeia J. H. Hale—In season of ripening it bridges the crossed with Greensboro; ripens a few days after 84P between Rochester and Elberta. Very large, Cumberland. It resembles Belle of Georgia in round shape, deep golden-yellow skin, overlaid a een eral appearance: with carmine; flesh golden, of high quality. Pri fee £ lendid ._. __ Rochester—A valuable, extra early, yellow Peach eo TU Ove Our splendid varieties: that begins to bear quite young, ree is vigor eachy Zoe; dozen, 37-50; 100, $40.00. Medium ous The fruit grows to immense size, beau- grade trees, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00; 100, $30.00. tiful orange-yellow, blushed and mottled with Smaller trees at lower prices to orchardists buy- dark red spots. The yellow flesh is very juicy ing quantities. and highly flavored. Freestone. 31 Hiley—Second early. Creamy white, deep red cheek. Flesh white, very juicy, of fine quality. < x 7“ LN LOVELI’S NURSERY, PITT GETS TEN ERs.) Nee Delicious Eating Cherries UNSURPASSED FOR PIES AND CANNING Lovett’s Cherry trees are all strong, thrifty, vigorous, well-rooted trees which will give utmost satisfaction in the home garden or commercial or- chard. A few of these excellent trees will provide a bountious supply of Cherries. Plant sweet varieties 25 feet apart each way, and sour va- rieties 20 feet each way. First-class trees, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Black Tartarian (Sweet) — Un- doubtedly more largely planted in the East than any other sweet Cher- ry. Beautiful dark purple; of me- dium size and very good quality. Early. Early Richmond (Sour) — Bright red, very acid, extremely prolific; popular. Gov. Wood (Sweet)—A variety that does exceedingly well in the East. The fruit is red and amber, and of excellent quality. Lambert (Sweet) — Jet black when fully ripe. Flesh firm, solid, rich and juicy. Tree rugged, strong grow- er, hardy, enormous bearer. Late July; sweet and good. Mottmorency (Sour) — The most largely planted of the sour varieties. Light red, very acid; popular for pie making. Napoleon (Sweet)—Pale yellow and bright red; of great size; juicy and sweet. Rockport (Sweet)—Large, clear red, shaded pale amber. Firm and juicy. Schmidt’s Bigarreau (Sweet) — An abundant bearer of highest quality Cherries. The black fruits are simp- ly immense in size and of that quality so characteristic of this class. Windsor (Sweet) — Deep purple, large, extremely firm. Yellow Spanish, White Amber (Sweet)— Pale amber, with red on sunny side; large, firm, juicy, of high quality; beautiful. “°C CRAB APPLES Besides being regular and heavy yielders of fruit useful for jellies, these are quite ornamental as shade trees. Plant 30 feet apart each way. First-class trees, each, 75c; dozen, $7.50. Hyslop—Large, deep crimson, very prolific; makes excellent jelly. Mid-autumn. Transcendent—Very popular. Red and Yellow. Early autumn 52 LAMBERT CHERRIES Y Peteete Er ANNIVERSARY , 1878-1928 Dwarf Fruit Trees Bearing Standard Size Fruits Bearing a big crop of large fruit on a very small tree means that the dwarf fruit tree opens up a wide avenue of opportunity for his own fruits to the owner who has but a limited amount of space. Spaced about the city or suburban lot, at from eight to ten feet apart, they per- mit of the enjoyment of fruit, and yet leave room for flowers, walks, grass, etc. Bearing in some cases the same year planted, they frequently present good fruit the second year. In considering this, bear in mind that the larger growing Standard trees seldom start bearing before having been planted from four to eight years. We can not emphasize too much the fact that these trees are dwarf in size only. They bear a large crop of full sized fruit, and in con- nection with landscaping, are very neat, com- pact and symmetrical trees. We present a stock and an assortment of va- rieties of Dwarf Apple and Pear Trees that is unexcelled. It would seem that these sturdy little trees have a host of reasons to govern your choice and confidence in them. The yield per tree, when the amount of space they oc- cupied is considered, is as good, and in some cases better than that of standard trees. The fruit of the dwarf tree is much easier to pick, and the tree itself easier to care for, cultivate and prune. Our stock of both Dwarf Apple and Pear trees was never better. They are thrifty, healthy stock with clean, straight limbs, full of vigor and vitality that hold promise of early returns in form of fruits. DWARF APPLES The varieties that we have are as_ follows: Baldwin, Delicious, Duchess, Grimes’ Golden, McIntosh, Red _ Astra- chan, Rhode Island Greening, Rome Beauty, Stayman’s Winesap, Wealthy and Yellow Transparent. All are fully described on pre- ceding pages. Splendid, 2-year-old trees, each, $1.50; dozen, $15.00. DWARF PEARS Truly, Dwarf Pear trees are the ideal fruit trees for the suburban gar- den and small estate, and you will find our stocks of varieties named be- low exceptionally fine. Plant ten feet apart each way. We can supply Dwarf Pear trees in the following varieties, viz.: Angouleme, Anjou, Bartlett, Clapp’s Favorite and Seckel. All va- rieties in selected 2-year-old trees, each, $1.50; dozen, $15.00. Quinces Quinces—Plant 10 feet apart each way. class trees, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Champion—Produces large, greenish-yellow fruit on strong-growing trees. Extensively grown. Late. Orange (Apple)—Earlier than Champion, bear- ing large, yellow fruit in great abundance. 2° Cll First- IRD Louisville, Ky. The fruit trees and Grape vines which I ordered from you have both arrived in good shape, and I am very well pleased with them. JOHN B. FETTER. Philadelphia, Pa. Delighted with the trees, they are wonderful. Thank you. WM. H. STEACY. Ss A TYPICAL LOVETT’S DWARF APPLE TREE Superb Raspberries CULTURE Plant red or upright growing varieties in rows 6 feet apart, plants 3 feet apart in the rows, requiring 2,420 plants per acre; or 4 feet apart each way, if to be grown in hills. way, restrict to hills, permitting but 3 or 4 canes to remain in each hill. ST. REGIS EVERBEARING OR RANERE Would you not consider that seventeen years of trials and tests were sufficient to prove a Raspberry? It was our pleasure, seventeen years ago, to introduce the St. Regis In the garden, plant 4 feet apart each Raspberry, and today we are just as happy to call your especial attention to this fruit. It is slightly smaller than some of the real large varieties, but the lusciousness of the fruit more than compensates for that. It is an abundant bearer right up to freezing weather. If planted early in the spring, or fall preceding, it will yield a moderate crop the first season. St. Regis is such a thrifty and rugged bush that it will produce a large number of suckers. Limit these to a single row of plants or not to exceed 3 or 4 to a hill. Selected sucker plants, dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00; 1000, $35.00. Transplanted plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50; 1000, $60.00. Heavy fruiting plants, dozen, $3.00; 100, $20.00. Cuthbert—Introduced by us in 1878. For twenty- five years it was the most largely planted of all red Raspberries and is still very popular. Ber- ries of large size, deep crimson, moderately firm and of high quality, being rich and spicy. Canes of strong growth, with large, healthy foliage, but not entirely hardy during severe winters. Mid- season. Sucker plants, dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00; 1000, $35.00. Wonderful heavy fruiting age plants, dozen, $3.00; 100, $20.00. Columbian (Cap)—Because of its dull red color this is not a good market variety, but for the home garden, where quality counts most, it is one of the very best. The fruit, which is dull purplish-crimson, is of high quality and is ex- cellent for making jelly and jam. Canes both hardy and prolific. Suc- ceeds everywhere. Ripens in mid- GOLDEN QUEEN, see 34 season, continuing quite late. Heavy tip plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50. Transplanted plants, dozen, $2.50; 100, $15.00. Donboro—Ripening about a week before Cuth- bert, one of the earliest varieties of good quality. Selected sucker plants, dozen, $2.00; 100, $10.00. Golden Queen—Introduced by us in 1885, and by far the best yellow-fruited variety. Though not red, we class this with the red varieties, as it is of the same habit and requires the same culture. Of luscious quality and a valuable va- riety for the home garden. Sucker plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $10.00. Heavy transplanted plants, dozen, $2.50; 100, $15.00. Herbert—Disease resistant, splendid seller in near- by markets where size never fails to win customers. Good yielder under all conditions. Selected suck- er plants, dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00. Ohta—An extremely hardy, vigorous growing sort, bearing beautiful scarlet, firm berries. Has fall-bearing tendencies. Sucker plants, dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00. Transplanted plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50. Victory—Hardy, most attractive red variety, of record yielding power. Strong growth plants that will resist hot or dry weather. Selected sucker plants, dozen, $2.00; 100, $10.00. Heavy trans- planted plants, dozen, $3.00; 100, $20.00. SEN ee the Berry Delight for Connoisseurs Peer PE ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 Bee Superb Raspberries (Continued) ing appearance when served with fruit of a bright red variety and, as already stated, its quality is the very highest. Selected sucker plants, dozen, $5.00; 100, $30.00. Black Raspberries Cumberland—Produces, in great profusion, the larg- est berries of any Blackcap that we have ever grown, ripening in mid-season and continuing for two weeks. Tips, dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00. Heavy trans- planted plants, dozen, $2.00; 100, $10.00. HONEY SWEET Every connoisseur will surely enjoy the fruit of Honey Sweet, which is remarkably rich, sweet, and luscious. Canes are of strong growth and yield heavily. Ripens early to mid-season. We con- sider it by far the best of all Blackcaps. Selected tip plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50. Kansas—The most widely grown “Blackcap” be- cause of its reliability and the excellence of its fruit. The canes are of strong growth, hardy and exceedingly prolific. Berries of large size, jet black, firm, sweet, and excellent. One of the very best of the Blackcaps as a shipper. Ripens early. Tips, dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00. ST. REGIS LA FRANCE The Queen of Red Raspberries In the La France, the lovers of Red Raspber- ries will find expressed to the greatest degree all of those qualities which create such a desire for this fruit. Late crops, the most choice fruit, are quite frequently heavier than the earlier ones. The berries are a deep pink, bordering on the red, and are juicy with a delicious flavor quite indescribable in all of its appeal through printed words. Selected sucker plants, dozen, $3.00; 100, $20.00. Heavy fruiting age plants, dozen, $5.00; 100, $35.00. Plum Farmer—The berries are of highest quality, large size, and firm, meaty texture. Most valu- able for market growers. Tips, dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00. Heavy transplanted plants, dozen, $2.00; 100, $10.00. Scarff—Superior to old Gregg, which it surpasses in every way. Its fruit is almost, if not fully, as large as Cumberland, and it is produced in much greater profusion than that variety. Absolutely hardy and a vigorous grower. ‘had become alarmingly low during the past King—This combines earliness, bright color, Tips, doz., $1.25; 100, $6.00. firmness, and excellent quality of its berries with - vigorous growth, productiveness, and hardiness mt of cane in an extraordinary degree. Sucker plants, dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00. Transplanted plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50. LATHAM Another season’s extensive tests have proven to our thorough satisfaction that this is surely the very best of all sorts for many sections... It is a splendid, strong growing variety, and produces immense quantities of bright red, extra large ber- ries during the latter part of June and well into July. Heavy sucker plants, dozen, $2.00; 100, $10.00. Extra strong transplanted plants, dozen, $3.00; 100, $20.00. WHITE QUEEN (Everbearing) Bears From June Until Freezing Weather. This beautiful, white-fruited everbearing species (Rubus strigosus albus) is in some respects actually an improvement upon St. Regis, its fruit being larger and its quality simply superb. Due to extraordinary de- mands, our supply of plants of White Queen " WHITE QUEEN Raspberries are Delicious as a Table Fruit few years, but we are now in a position to fill orders for any reasonable quantity and suggest that you give this superbly flavored sort a good trial. It is of particularly allur- 33 LOVETT’S MT. POCONO BLACKBERRIES Black Raspberries (Continued ) QUEEN—A remarkably fine Blackcap variety, never before offered, but one which has been thoroughly tested in this state for the last three years. This variety is the strongest, most robust growing variety of Blackcap Raspberry that we have ever seen, and produces throughout the en- tire month of July immense clusters of bright, jet black, delicious, sweet berries in unbelievable abundance. Our tests of the variety have revealed no weakness whatever; in fact, if our plants of black Queen continue to behave in future years in anything like so satisfactory a manner as they have these past three years, we feel sure that the variety will supercede all other Blackcap varie- ties. Because of the great merit of this variety, and also because our supply of plants is as yet decidedly limited, we cannot send more than 12 plants to any one person. Price, 3 plants for $2.50; 6 plants for $4.50; 12 plants for $7.50. 56 Blackberries General List of Varieties In field culture, plant in rows from five to seven feet apart (according to the vigor of the variety) and three feet apart in the rows. In the gar- den, plant in rows five feet apart and the plants three feet apart in the rows. LOVETT’S MOUNT POCONO It resists zero climates suc- cessfully, bears fruit above the average size and the quality is extra high. Being a hardy, vigorous grower, with healthy, strong-growing canes, it logi- cally is also a heavy producer of quality berries. We heartily recommend Lovett’s Mount Pocono Black- berry for sections having ex- treme climatic conditions. Selected Root-cutting plants, dozen, $2.50; 100, $10.00. Transplanted plants, dozen, $3.50; 100, $15.00. Blowers—On fertile soils, canes often grow ten or twelve feet. Twenty de- grees below zero has not harmed it and it is a phenomenal cropper. Dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00; 1000, $45.00. Transplanted, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50. Early Harvest—An old variety and a favorite. The mild, sweet berries are rather small but firm and symmetrical. Ripens very early; some- times suflers from winter injury in the North. Dozen, $1.00; 100, $4.50; 1000, $40.00. Transplanted plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50. Eldorado—Among the highest in quality. Very popular. Berries of medium size, jet black, mild, sweet and melting. Fruits early to mid-season. Dozen, $1.00; 100, $4.50; 1000, $40.00. Trans- planted, dozen, $1.50; 100, $6.00. Joy Blackberry—A unique combination of abso- lutely proven hardiness backed by an ironclad constitution. A prolific bearer of super-quality berries. Price, selected root-cutting plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50; 1000, $60.00. Transplanted plants, dozen, $2.00; 100, $10.00. Taylor—A most profitable late variety. Dozen, $1.00; 100, $4.50; 1000, $40.00. Transplanted plants, dozen, $1.25; 100, $6.00. 16 FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY, 1878-1928 ogy Blackberries (Continued) TEXAS EVERBEARING Bearing continuously from early August until late autumn, it is truly an everbearing sort. R. C. plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50; 1000, $60.00. Transplanted, dozen, $2.00; 100, $10.00; 1000, $75.00. Ward—tThe canes are of strong growth, are hardy and yield a heavy crop of large, handsome ber- ries of first quality. Dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00; 1000, $40.00. Transplanted, dozen, $1.25; 100, $6.00. Iceberg—Best mid-season white. Bears very pro- § fusely. Berries sweet and tender. Should be & . planted near some good black-fruit pollenizer, in order to yield freely. Dozen, $1.00; 100, $7.50. Kenoyer—Ripens with us by July Ist. It is hardy and produces medium-sized berries of excellent quality. Dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00. Transplanted, dozen, $1.25; 100, $6.00. La Grange—A valuable, large yielding, early ripening, long season variety. Of fine size and superb quality. Dozen, $1.00; 100, $6.00. Trans- LUCRETIA DEWBERRIES planted plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50. Macatawa—Fruit sweet, almost seedless and entirely coreless. A strong, prolific, upright grower and extremely hardy. Dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50; 1000, $50.00. Transplanted, dozen, $2.00; 100, $10.00; 1000, $75.00. Mersereau—Of great size, luscious flavor, great hardiness, great productiveness and unusual free- = a ee dom from diseases. R. C. plants, dozen, $1.00; 100, $6.00. Trans- i. - ' planted plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50. Star or Wonder—Of exceptionally sturdy constitution. Berries are of medium size, attractive appearance and rich, luscious quality; keep in firm condition for a long time. Ripens very late. Should be grown on trellis, like grapes. Dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00. Transplanted plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50. NOTE—Our Blackberry plants are either ,ROOT-CUTTING PLANTS that have been grown from pieces of roots in nursery rows, or they are heavily rooted, bearing age TRANSPLANTED plants. Both are far superior to ordinary sucker plants, which WE DO NOT grow! When requested, plants will be sent by mail, pro- vided cash is sent for postage. DEWBERRIES Lucretia—Is sweeter and equals in size the best varieties of Black- berries. Of slender, trailing habit, the vines are entirely hardy ex- cept at the far North; succeed on all soils (even very sandy), and are exceedingly prolific. Dozen, 75c; 100, $4.00; 1000, $35.00. Extra strong transplanted plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $7.50. Austin’s Improved—The earliest Dewberry and the first to ripen of the Blackberry family. The berries are large, nearly round and of excellent quality. Ripens earlier than Lucretia. Dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00. Extra strong transplanted plants, dozen, $1.75; 100, $9.00. CURRANTS Uniform prices for all varieties (except as quoted otherwise); 1 year, each, 30c; dozen, $3.00. 2 years, each, 40c; dozen, $4.00. Cherry and Versailles—Large berries, short clusters, bright, sparkling crimson, of sharp and acid flavor. 37 96 LOGE ED US) sNaU RSE RY; LITT LE Siti wy-e 2. eae Sq PERFECTION CURRANT Currants (Concluded) PERFECTION Equally satisfactory in various soils and sec- tions. A strong grower, it is naturally very pro- lific. Ripens in mid-season and the berries re- main in good condition for a long time. The berries are of large size, being clear, bright, sparkling red and with juice of highest quality. 1 year old, each, 40c; dozen, $4.00. 2 years old, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. Fay’s Prolific—Bunch and berry large, bright and sparkling. A regular and prolific bearer. Pres. Wilder—Produces, late in the season, very large bright red, juicy berries of high quality. Red Cross—Exceptionally vigorous growth. Bears great crops of good sized, sparkling red berries. White Grape—By far the best of the white fruited sorts. It is a beautiful translucent white and of mild, good quality. 1 year old, each, 40c; dozen, $4.00; 2 years old, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. Other Berries Useful for Dessert and Preserving Plants will be shipped by mail, provided cash is sent for postage as per table on inside back cover. LOGANBERRIES This most interesting hybrid is the result of crossing a wild California Blackberry with a Raspberry, probably the old Red Antwerp. The berries are of great size, equalling large Blackber- ries, and are deep reddish-maroon in color. In flavor, they are rich and refreshing. Dozen, $4.00; 100, $25.00. Heavy transplanted plants, dozen, $5.00; 100, $35.00. GOOSEBERRIES Oregon Champion—Entirely distinct from all others in foliage and habit of growth. It is of slender, willowy growth—not a very strong grow- er. The berries when fully ripe are pale amber, of excellent quality and of good size. 1 year, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. 2 years, each, 75c; dozen, $7.50. Carrie—It is a marvel of productiveness, a splen- did, strong grower and one that holds its foli- age much later in the season that do most others. When ripe, it is maroon in color and of good quality, though rather small. 1 year, each, 30c; dozen, $3.00. 2 years, each, 40c; dozen, $4.00. Downing—The most popular market variety. The pale green berries are of large size and fair quality. 1 year, each, 40c; dozen, $4.00. 2 years, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. STRAWBERRY- RASPBERRY Another delightful, everbearing cane-fruit for which we are indebted to the Orient. Where the seasons are very cold, it acts like a herbaceous perennial, plants freezing to the ground and coming up again the following spring. They are too tart to be eaten raw but, combined and cooked with Raspberries, they develop a flavor certain to delight any epicure. Strong plants, dozen, $2.50. WINEBERRY This interesting native of the wilds of Asia forms a most welcome addition to our fruit gardens. The berries are exceptionally useful in making a delightful wine as well as most palatable preserves. Rather acid as a dessert fruit unless quite ripe. Heavy plants, dozen, $2.50; 100, $15.00. Strawberries How to Enjoy Abundant Crops of Fine Big STRAWBERRIES ECAUSE of their extreme popularity and desirability, it is gratifying to know that Strawberries will grow in any climate and thrive in most any soil, providing reasonable at- tention is given to their slight needs. Soil that is low and sour is about the only exception that must be noted. By careful selection of the va- rieties best suited to your soil and climate, and the inclusion of Everbearers you can be assured of delicious berries for your own consumption, 38 or commercial uses, from early June until late frosts. Within the limitations of the home garden it pays well to take particular pains in the pre- paration of the soil. The beds should be dug or plowed deeply and liberal quantities of well- rotted manure should be incorporated. Particular care should be exercised to have the surface rich, mellow and well provided with plant food, for the Strawberry plant is a heavy but shallow sur- , Si Pepe tit ANNIVERSARY , LEV Re eee y Strawberries (Continued) face feeder. A top dressing of ground bone will be found a great benefit at fruiting time. For hill culture in the family garden, plant in rows two feet apart and the plants a foot apart in the rows, cutting off all runners as they appear. If to be allowed to grow in matted rows, set the plants in rows three feet apart and the plants one foot apart in the rows. Lovett’s Special Selection of Highest Quality Varieties for Exacting Home Gardeners POT-GROWN Plants Were you to ask us our personal preference in berries producing high quality fruits in gen- erous quantities we would unhesitatingly recom- mend the following: 20 Joe—An ideal mid-season. 20 Lupton—Very best late season. 20 Premier—An early, succeeding nearly every- where and of excellent quality. 20 Wm. Belt—A long bearing, early mid-season. 20 Mastodon Everbearing—See this page. Special—A total of 100 pot-grown plants, a retail catalog value of $13.30, for only $10.00. This is absolutely the greatest value we have ever offered. +°Qill EARLY JERSEY GIANT Without question the earliest fruiting variety, combining size, attractive color and superb fla- vor in an extraordinary degree. It is the larg- est of all early varieties, regardless of class. The very large, brilliant scarlet-crimson berries are of simply delicious flavor. So rich is their aroma that a fair-sized dish of ripe berries will per- fume a room. The beautiful berries are of conical form, with a pointed tip. Plants are strong growers and heavy yielders. Layer plants, dozen, 75c; 100, $2.00. Pot-grown plants, dozen, $1.25; 100, $8.00. JOHN H. COOK “The Variety for Everybody’s Garden”’ Among second early varieties there is no heavier cropper. In growth, constitution and other worthwhile qualities we consider it one of the best of the many Van Fleet hybrids. Equally valuable for home use or market, its somewhat irregular shape is easily offset by the delicious flavor which very much resembles that of wild Strawberries. John H. Cook most nearly ap- proaches our idea of an ideal berry. Layer plants, dozen, $1.00; 100, $2.50. Pot-grown plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $10.00. 1IQD «= SPECIAL OFFER We will send a dozen each (36 in all) of the three wonderful Van Fleet Hybrids, Early Jersey Giant, John H. Cook and Edmund Wilson (all pot-grown), for $4.00, or 25 of each for $7.50. -°Cill 59 [> e- LOVETT S NURSERY, LITTETLE SILVER, Nee ie a Strawberries (Continued) EDMUND WILSON The Giant Strawberry Nothing is lost in this berry through its large size. The fruit is of excellent quality. Merely because of its dark color it is not of the best market variety, but for the home garden and home consumption there isn’t a point of flavor, juiciness, productiveness this berry will not meet. Pot-grown plants, doz., $1.50; 100, $10.00. The Best Among Everbearing Strawberries MASTODON Called by Some Western Specialist ‘“The Wonderberry” We find this to be truly the largest, most de- licious and heaviest yielding of all Everbearing sorts. It out-yields some of the finest June bear- ing sorts during their season and continues to bear, throughout summer and fall, berries of amazing size and surpassing quality. Layer plants, dozen, $1.25; 100, $4.00; 1000, $30.00. Pot- grown plants, dozen, $2.50; 100, $15.00. CHAMPION EVERBEARING Apparently a seedling of Superb, and like it in many respects, though it is much more pro- ductive and the fruit is larger. Layer Plants, dozen, $1.00; 100, $3.50; 1000, $25.00. Pot-grown Plants, dozen, $1.50; 100, $10.00. MASTODON Note the Large Size Strawberries in Comparison to Size of Basket 60 Progressive—Of vigorous habit, with large, clean leaves. The berries, which are smooth and uni- form in size, are deep crimson, glossy, and of good quality. Layer plants, dozen, 75c; 100, $2.50; 1000, $20.00. Pot-grown plants, dozen, $1.25; 100, $8.00. Superb—The berries are nearly round, smooth, dark crimson, glossy and of sweet flavor. Layer plants, dozen, 75c; 100, $2.50; 1000, $20.00. Pot- grown plants, dozen, $1.25; 100, $8.00. The Choicest Among June- Bearing STRAWBERRIES Uniform prices for all sorts, except as quoted. Layer plants, dozen, 50c; 100, $1.50; 1000, $10.00. Pot-grown plants of all sorts (except as quoted otherwise): dozen, $1.00; 100, $7.00. Brandywine—Bears great quantities of uniform- ly large, bright crimson berries that are firm and of good quality. Mid-season. CHESAPEAKE The berries are uniform in size and shape; almost heart-shaped; the color is bright crimson and the flesh firm and of excellent quality. Ripens late mid-season. Layer plants, dozen, 65c; 100, $1.75; 1000, $12.00. Pot-grown plants, dozen, $1.25; 100, $8.00. Gandy—Very firm; of only fair quality, but de- cidedly attractive in color and shape. Glen Mary—An extremely productive mid-season sort of extra high quality. Should be planted near some good pollenizer, such as Joe. Howard No. 17—A remarkably strong growing second early. Berries large, beautiful and of superlative quality. Joe—This Strawberry ripens just after the Chesapeake; equals it in size, firm- ness and yield. Judith—Bears early. Of finest flavor. Pot-grown plants, dozen, $1.25; 100, $8.00. Lupton—Very much like Gandy, but more productive and about five days earlier. Marshall—Mid-season. High quality. Plants Bound to '. Grow and Bear We specialize in pot-grown plants, but we grown great quan- tities of layer plants as well, hence we offer both. The difference in cost between pot- grown and layer plants stands for the invest- ment in human labor plus the life insurance policy attached to pot- grown plants. Nee Pate TH ANNIVERSARY , 1878-1928 : Lovett’s Grapes For Dependable Results Ripens a little after Concord. 2 matic flavor. Vineyards have occupied a central position, not only in the pages of history but in the progress of man. The Grape has ever been a favorite of man, and in days gone by was sym- bolic of feasts. It retains its position today, and is a favorite fruit. Justly so, for it contains many of the useful salts and minerals so necessary to health. And to tempt those who should have these things, it offers a flavor unique and de- licious. LOVETT’S CACO GRAPE Awarded the highest honor ever conferred upon a new Grape—A Medal by The American Institute of New York. The production of the Caco Grape, and its subsequent introduction by us, came as an answer to the demands of the gardeners who desired certain qualities in a Grape. They wanted, in one grape, appearance, flavor and _ hardiness. Caco Grapes combine all the desirable features demanded by growers with none of the defects of less satisfactory varieties. Their hardiness, rich- ness of flavor, coloring, and productiveness proclaim the Caco the finest of Grapes and we have no hesitancy in recommending this variety to the most critical enthusiast Search where you may, none can surpass the Caco as the Grape supreme and most desirable. [Illustrated on page 62. Prices of Caco Grape vines, 2 year old, each, 90c; dozen, $9.00; 100, $65.00. Heavy fruiting age vines, each, $2.00; dozen, $20.00. Standard Varieties of Grapes The Pick of the Choicest Agawam—Deep red, almost maroon. Large, locse bunch; berries large, meaty, with rich aro- 61 years, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. Heavy fruiting age vines, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Brighton—Until the introduction of Caco, this was regarded as the highest in quality of all hardy Grapes. The medium-sized berries are wine-red, and the bunches run somewhat larger than those of Caco. Ripens in mid-season. 2 years, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. Champagne—An exceptionally prolific bearer of amber colored clusters. Because of its rather thin skin it is particularly useful for home gar- dens. Of strong constitution, it is practically immune to attacks of fungus diseases and it has proven so hardy everywhere that it has never been known to winter kill. It bears immense crops of medium size bunches, while the indi- vidual berries are very large. The quality is exceptionally high, the flavor very sweet and sugary—altogether it is an ideal sort for making a delicious wine or grape juice. It also has few equals as a table variety. 2 years, each, 75c; dozen, $7.50; 100, $50.00. Heavy fruiting age vines, each, $1.50; dozen, $15.00. Campbell’s Early—A superb early-ripening black Grape. Produces extra large bunches of fruit that is not only attractive in appearance, but of superb quality. Because it is lacking in pollen, this sort should be planted near some va- riety that is free in pollen. Diamond is ex- cellent for this purpose. Incidentally, the two sorts form a great combination of highest quality fruits. 2 years, each, 75c; dozen, $7.50. CATAWBA—tThe standard red Grape of eastern America. The vine is vigorous, hardy, and pro- ductive. Clusters large, long, and broad. Ber- ries of medium size, dull purplish-red with thick bloom; firm. 2 years, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. Concord—Best known and most popular va- riety in America. It succeeds practically every- where. Its large black berries are borne in large & WOVELE’ S NURSERY, LITTLE? SEVER? aa agit 9 US IENS ries are very large, although the bunches run rather irregularly, some being larger than others. Altogether a very profitable and well-liked va- riety, wherever grown successfully. 2 years, each, 75c; dozen, $7.50. Hubbard—Quality sweet and delicious, having fine and pleasant flavor. Skin is thin and firm; berries and bunch large and uniform. Ripens about ten days earlier than Concord and is similar in color. 2 years, each, 75c; dozen, $7.50. FN en a I: One Hundred Days of Perfect Grapes and How to Have Them The desire to enjoy a liberal supply of luscious Grapes over a long period of time is easily grati- fied if you choose sorts maturing in succession. Of course, all Grapes ripen during late summer or fall, but some come earlier than others and most late sorts vary as far as keeping qualities are con- cerned. Therefore, we offer to solve for you herewith the problem of “Grapes over a Long Season,” by means of the LOVETT HOME ARBOR SELECTION 2 Caco—(See page 61) 2 Moore’s Early—(See page 63) 2 Concord— (Offered on page 61) 2 Diamond— (Described on this page) 2 Champagne— (Consult page 61) eaceesa Standard Varieties of Grapes (Continued) bunches and, being covered with a decided bloom, they are of most attractive appearance. Of good quality. 2 years, each, 25c; dozen, $2.50; 100, $12.00; 1000, $95.00. Heavy fruiting age vines, each, 75c; dozen, $7.50. Delaware—An old-time red variety. Bunch and berry small, refined, high quality. Prolific, but a rather weak grower and somewhat subject to mildew. 2 years, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. Diamond (Moore’s) — Bunches large and com- pact. Berry large, greenish-white, juicy and of good quality. A vigorous grower and prolific. Ripens early. 2 years, each, 50c; dozen, $5.00. Heavy fruiting age vines, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. Goethe—This is particularly recommended for sections having a long growing season. It ripens quite late, long after Concord has gone. But its late ripening makes it also an excellent keeper and since we consider it one of the finest fla- vored red Grapes under cultivation, we are sure that gardeners will like it. The individual ber- CONCORD 62 oe Geib IE ANNEVER SAR Y, “1878 - 1928 age Ontario—A very early white Grape, pro- duced by crossing Winchell with Diamond. Berries medium to small, roundish, juicy, tender, sweet and good in flavor. Superior in quality to Winchell and ripens slightly earlier. 2 year vines, each, $1.50; dozen, $15.00. Portland—An exceptionally early white va- riety holding great promise for home use and nearby markets. Of exceptionally fine, sweet flavor, with large, individual berries, and clusters of good size. In the great Grape belt of Northern New York it ripens a week ahead of Moore’s Early. A decided acquisition. 2 years, each, $1.50; dozen, $15.00. Worden—Resembles Concord closely, but is of higher quality and ripens a week to ten days earlier. Both bunch and berry average larger than those of Concord. 2 years, each, 35c; dozen, $3.50; 100, $15.00. Heavy fruiting vines, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. MOORE’S EARLY Standard Varieties of Grapes (Continued) Moore’s Early—<(See illustration of a typical bunch). A most reliable very early variety immensely profitable to commercial growers. Medium bunch, berry large, jet black with purple bloom. Ripens fully two weeks earlier than Concord. 2 years each, 35c; dozen, $3.50; 100, $15.00. Heavy fruiting vines, each, 75c; dozen, $7.50. Niagara—The most popular white Grape, and destined to become more highly valued as time passes. Cluster large and compact; berry large, amber-white with white bloom, thin-skinned, tender pulp, sweet and luscious. Ripens in mid-season with Concord. 2 years, each, 40c; dozen, $4.00; 100, $25.00. Heavy fruiting vines, each, $1.00; dozen, $10.00. NIAGARA 63 VOVERI’ S NORSE RY; Lh? LE SENG he Garden Roots New Rust-Resisting Asparagus WASHINGTON Because the variety Washington is unquestionably by far the best of all varieties of Asparagus, we have discontinued growing the other varieties which we have offered in former years. Outstanding characteristics are exceptional rust-resistance due to unusually vigor- ous constitution (secured by critical selection extending over ten years); extraordinary yielding qualities; large size of individual stalks, and their rapid development to cutting size, which rapid growth stands for tender- ness. The shoots are straight, of dark green color, with a heavy purple over- tone. They are always tight and do not open until well above the ground. 1 year, dozen, 50c; 100, $1.50; 1000, $12.00. 2 years, dozen, 75c; 100, $2.50; 1000, $20.00. Extra large, 3 years, dozen, $1.50; 100, $5.00. CHIVES Highly prized for soups and seasoning. The tops of grass-like leaves appear in early spring and can be cut repeatedly. Each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $12.00. HOP Golden Cluster—Bears large clusters of yellow-green hops in such profusion as to completely envelop the plant in late summer and early autumn. Of rapid growth with abundant, ornamental foliage. Each, 20c; doz., $2.00; 100, $12.00. HORSERADISH Does well in any garden soil, but succeeds best in rather damp locations. English or Common—There is so little difference between this and the Maliner- Kren, or Bohemian, that we will supply either kind at the uniform price of, dozen, 50c; 100, $2.50; 1000, $20.00. LAVENDER (Lavendula Vera) Sweet Lavender—The Lavender of our grandmother’s gardens. Flowers have an agreeable odor, especially when cut and dried. Foliage is silvery-gray, MYATI’S LINNAEUS while flowers are deep blue. Clumps, each, 30c; dozen, $3.00. From pots, each, RHUBARB 20c; dozen, $2.00. MINT Spearmint or Meadow Mint (M. viridis)—Largely used for culinary purposes. Each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $12.00. iy 3 = r Peppermint (M. piperita)—-The green leaves and stems, : ‘ when chewed and swallowed, have the same effect as the essential oil. Each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $12.00. RHUBARB (Pie Plant) Sometimes termed Wine Plant.’ Plant in rows four feet apart and the roots three feet apart in the rows. Victoria—The best variety for general use. Stems very large, tender, of delicate flavor. Yields abundantly and early in the season. Strong roots, each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $12.00. SAGE Holt’s Mammoth—Plants become a foot or more in height and three feet in diameter. The leaves are held well up from the soil, are rich in flavor and of great substance. Perfectly hardy. Clumps, each, 25c; dozen, $2.50; 100, $15.00. From pots, each, 15c; dozen, $1.50; 100, $10.00. THYME (Thymus Vulgaris) Garden—Of dwarf habit, with exceedingly pretty folli- iage, formed in a dense mass. Much prized for sea- soning and, of late, widely used as a ground cover, on flower garden walks and in rockery work. Clumps, each, 30c; dozen, $3.00. From pots, each, 20c; dozen, $2.00; 100, $15.00. TARAGON OR ESTRAGON (Artemisia Dracunculus) The leaves and young shoots are much prized as an ingredient in soups, salads, stews, pickles, etc. Equally useful fresh or cut and dried. Clumps, each, 35c; dozen, WASHINGTON ASPARAGUS $3.50. From pots, each, 25c; dozen, $2.50; 100, $15.00. 64 ee AVS ee INDEX Apples ....ic.e.eeescecc sees eet cece cece see c eens cteeeeennes AS to. 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IV iri Caer eR me ec eek er Eos eee Tat 64 Waal oyerera KIS Uisenbacten aed duooeoadeoddouduasacecdd adoubecatmoeaadkoee 58 oll [Rd ee INFORMATION ABOUT PARCEL POST AND RATES OF POSTAGE Maximum Weight: 70 lbs., in first, second and third zones; 50 lbs. in all other zones. Size of Package cannot exceed a combined length and largest circumference of seven feet (84 inches). Insurance Against Loss—5c pays up to $5.00; 8c up to $25.00; 10c up to $50.00, and 25c up to $100.00. Canadian shipments up to 11 Ibs. can go by parcel post. Inquire of your postmaster as to rates and add postage to order. Please be sure to send enough money to pay postage, in addition to cost of plants ordered, when shipment is to be made by oil mail. The surplus (if any) will be prompt- ly returned when shipment is made. Post- age on all shipments by mail must be pre- paid. We cannot undertake to open ac- counts for postage. Express charges on Canadian shipments must also be prepaid. RATES OF POSTAGE WITHIN U. S. 1st pound Each add. pound or fraction or fraction Ist and 2nd zone.......... AE Ic 3d \Zonew at ae ee 8c 2c Ath zones ee ee 9c 4c 5th zonewae eee 10c 6c 6th, zones see llc 8c 7th ‘zone? ee, a ee 13c 10c Sth. zone vie ee 14c 12¢c Rd ee WEIGHT WHEN PACKED Asparagus, 1 yr., doz., 8 oz.; 100, 31% lbs. Asparagus, 2 yrs., doz., 14% Ibs.; 100, 12 lbs. Blackberries, doz., 14% lbs.; 100, 8 Ibs. Blackberries, transplanted, doz., 21% lbs.; 100, 20 lbs. Chives, doz., 12 ozs. Currants, 1 yr., doz., 2 lbs.; 100, 15 Ibs. Currants, 2 yrs., doz., 24% lbs.; 100, 20 lbs. Dahlias, doz., 4 Ibs. Dewberries, doz., 1 lb.; 100, 5 lbs. Dewberries, trans., doz., 2 lbs.; 100, 12 Ibs. Gladiolus, doz., 1 Ib. Gooseberries, 1 yr., doz., 2% lbs.; 100, 18 Ibs. Gooseberries, 2 yrs., doz., 24% lbs.; 100, 20 Ibs. Grapes, 1 yr., doz., 2 lbs.; 100, 15 lbs. Grapes, 2 yrs., doz., 3 lbs.; 100, 25 Ibs. Grapes, fruiting age, each, 3 Ilbs.; doz., 30 lbs. Hardy Shrubs, doz., 10 Ibs. Hops, doz., 3 lbs. Horseradish, doz., 14 oz.; 100, 5 Ibs. Iris, doz., 4 lbs.; 100, 30 lbs. Loganberries. Same as Raspberries. Perennials, doz., 344 Ibs. Peonies, doz., 6 lbs.; 100, 48 lbs. Privet, small, doz., 2 lbs.; 100, 12 Ibs. Raspberries, Wineberries, doz., 1 lb.; 100, 6 Ibs. Raspberries, trans., doz., 2 lbs.; 100, 12 lbs. Rhubarb, doz., 144 lbs.; 100, 10 Ibs. Roses, from field, doz., 4 Ibs. Roses, from 5-in pots, each, 2 lbs.; doz., 20 lbs. Strawberries, doz., 10 ozs.; 100, 3% Ibs. Strawberries, pot-grown, doz., 3 lbs.; 100, 24 Ibs. Strawberry-Raspberry, doz., 12 ozs. Vines and Creepers, doz., 6 lbs. The Genesee Press of Rochester or those Who seek beiter Golden Opportunit Fruits and | Flowers