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HIS most beautiful and novel of Begonias was dis- covered in the autumn of 1901, by Mr. H. G. Wolf- gang, botanist and horticulturist, at our establish- ment. It is a sport from &. Phyllomontaca Var. It differs from the parent in having its regular macula- tions or blotchings distributed over 1he entire surface of the leaves. It belongs to the upright, or fibrous-rooted class, and frequently reaches the height of two anda half to three feet. forming bushy, compact plants. ‘The leaves vary in length from six to ten inches, are set ob- liquely on the stems; the margins are ruffled and fring- ed, which adds greatly to the beauty of their spotted surface.

it is wonderfully pretty tn appearance, and has unquestionably, the most attractive and marvellously beautiful foliage of any Begonia ever introduced. Its large, glossy metallic-green leaves are profusely and ir- regularly blotched and mottled with the various shades of yellow, from rich lemon yellow to creamy white, beau- tifully tinged and fiushed with most delicate fiesh-pink, deepening toward the margin to the richest crimson; the most remarkable combination and blending of colors ever found ina Begonia or any other plant. The under side of the foliage and stems are coppery crimson in color; becom- ing very bright and vivid when grown in strong sunlight. Because of the wonderful variation, blending, and brightness of colors it might properly be called the

The Rainbow Begonia.

‘The vivid colors and markings of the leaves, remarkable beauty and sym- metry of the plant, make it a valuable acquisition. It must be seen to be fully appreciated.

A Wonderful Bedding Begonia.

Most Begonias do not succeed well when bedded out. In this particular “‘Templinii’’ leads them all. Asan out door decorative plant for bedding purposes it has no superior. We this season (1904) had them bedded out on our grounds, under varied conditions of shade and full sunshine, and found that it withstands the varying conditions admirably, and increases in rich- ness of colors and beauty every day. During the win- ter and spring months the plant produces an abun- dance of delicate, rosy pink flowers; almost covering the plant. See our half-tone illustrations shown on insert between pages 64 and 65.

N ote ‘The colored plate on the front cover was made

* direct from a plant that had been bedded out and exposed to bright sunshine allsummer. It shows the beauty of the variety as a bedder. The plants which we willsend out are not so brightly colored, because they have been grown indoors, away from direct sunshine. A few days after repotting you should set them in a sunny window, they will be- come brighter from day to day: and if bedded out in the summer will soon assume the brilliancy of colors shown.

We have the Entre Stock

Of this grand Begonia, which is quite limited. We will send it out prepaid, by registered mail only, securely pack- ed, and we guarantee it toreach you in fine condition. We are confident you will be highly pleased with it. Price, fine three-inch pot plants, $1.00 each.

A Certificate of Merit was awarded Begonia ““Templinii”’ at the last meet- ing of the Society of American Florists.

It always creates a sensation.

See Front Cover page for a fine colored plate, and insert between pages 64 and 65 for illustrations,

Our Choice Fruit Collection.

it is the desire of every man, whatever may be his pursuit or condition in life, whether living in town or country, to enjoy fine fruits: to provide them for his family, and, if possible, to cultivate the trees in his own garden with his

own hands.

The climate and soil of our country afford unequalled facilities for the cultivation of fruit. When so

many all around us are engaged in the successful culture of fruit-trees, it is not necessary to engage in a lenghty ar- gument to show its advantages, the fruit itself furnishes the most convincing proof.

What we want todo here is to tell our patrons where they can buy fine, thrifty trees, of the Many people do not plant fruit trees because of the mistaken estimate of the time required tocome inte bearing. One writer gives the following instances, which are indeed not rare: “Ina single orchard, Apple trees, the fifth year from planting, yielded a bushei each; Peach trees, the third summer, bore three pecks; a Bartlett Pear, two years from planting gave All of the trees were less than aninch in diameter when planted, and

choicest varieties.

a peck of superb fruit. were given only ordinary treatment.”

Every variety a‘‘Gem”’ in its class,

While it is true that the trees are all thrifty and fine; varieties all of sterling merit; will ail bear young and keep atit: The most remarkable thing about the collection ts the price. The reason we can Sell them so cheaply is because we buy in very large quantities.

Where you cam buy fine thrifty trees.

The varieties which we have selected for this collection are strictly first class; There 78 not an infertor one init. ‘They have been selected with special reference to their hardiness, early bearing, wonderful productiveness, and their being adapted to the different sections of our coutry. Special attention was also given to the season of ripening; the result is we have a col- ection that will furnish fruits for the home during almost the entire year.

Our prices

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local nurseryman will charge you from $4.00 to $6.00 for the same list of varieties, The Treeagent dnterest you. will charge you from $6.00 to $10.00 for the same varieties. Wecharge you only $2.50.

We buy the trees in the fall and keep them in a large cold-storage room, where the temperature is uniform,

and where they are not exposed to the severe winter weather.

‘This is a great advantage to our patrons, as

trees that are left in the nursery rows all winter are frequently so badly injured that they will not grow. N R to plantsomany? Almost every home can furnish room to plant this collection, but if you can- ot ooiT not, ask your neighbor to join you in ordering: together you can easily find room, and your neighbor would no doubt be glad toorder. For illustrations and fuil description see pages 60 and 61.

They are worth at any Local Nursery

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$5.00.

We will send the entire collection, consisting of 20 Choice Varieties, 6 Apples, 5 Peaches, 3 Plums, 3 Pears and 3 Cherries; trees all nice and thrifty; securely packed and guar anteed to reach you in fine condition, for only $2.50. An average of only 12 J-2 cents each.

We will send the 20 trees by Express,

not prepaid, for

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ITH the coming and going of the seasons comes the pleas- ure of renewing our acquain- tance withour patrons,

most-of whom we know cnly through pleasant correspondence. _Many of our patrons, though living in remote parts of the nation, come to see us when convenient, but there are many more whocan not. We would gladly meet all face toface, and greet with hearty hand shake but circumstan- ces will not permit.

Through this, our Annual Cata- logue, we send you cordial greetings. and. will extend our hand to you, through the goods we hope to send you, which we trust will bring to you even more lasting satisfaction than areal hand shake.

We hope that your careful perusal of, our catalogue will afford you as great pleasure as did its preparation afford us, for it is pleasant to labor for days, weeks and months in the selecting of materials such as we think will be instructive and useful to our patrons.

Wecompare varieties that we may decide which are most worthy of dissemination. Sime

We write and re-write that in our descriptions we may say ‘* The whole truth and nothing but the truth:’’

We carefully estimate the cost of plants that we may arrive at an equitable price; within the reach of our patrons, and yet maintain our business. ‘s

We weigh our seeds to ascertain. how many a pack- et”? may contain, and to fix the price, that you may buy intelligently and cheaply as possibly and we continue in business. F ’

We import stock from foreign countries that you may enjoy the beauties of other climes without the wearisome and expensive journey; and we have some gain. i

Westudy methods of, and buy all kinds of material for packing, that we may have your goods reach you in safety and ‘give you satisfaction, which we guarantee.

We study system, by which.we hope to be able to han- dle your order with the -greatest possible degree of promptness and precision, that you may not have occa-~ sion to complain or be dissatisfied. ‘

Westudy tomaintain and even greatly increase the popularity that our house has enjoved in former years.

We aim to prove to those who are not our patrons, (those who are, know it) that Templin’s “Ideal” seeds and plants are equal to the best, and that there are ‘* None better.”

s By comparing our A Word About Prices. pric vith those of other reputable houses you wi'l find they are neither the lowest nor the highest. The fact is we have endeay- ored to fix the scale of prices as low as possible for strict- ly “High grade” seeds and plants. We believe that our friends want stock that is strictly first-class in quality, at reasonable prices, and this has been the governing principle in the making up of this catalogue and prices therein.

; A pe For handling orders entrusted Our Facilities to us are very complete. In every department we have trusty employes of many years experience, working under a foreman who guards the interests of patron and employer alike. Many years of business have en- abled us to furnish ample and proper materials and implements with which to most speedily and accurately fill your orders, In short, our establishment 1s very complete in every detail that has to do with best results.

, y What ever may be Substituting. re castin with other Seedsmen and Florists, we want to announce here that we positively will not substitute, unless given the privilege by our patrons; in which case, we will give varieties of equal or superior merit. Indeed, we do not offer a single variety that would not give you entire satisfac- tion.

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and Patrons.

, The character Promptness. of the goods we handle is such that the length of our trade season. is very short. which means consequent rush of orders, each demanding prompt attention. The Seed order must haveimmediate attention because the, season for planting is short, as does the Plant order, Since in all parts of the nation early planting is practical that a long blooming or fruiting.season may be had. Though our capacity seems ample for handling a large trade, yet there are seasons when, in spite of most strenuous efforts, we fall be- hind orders. Therefore should your goods not reach you as promptly as you had anticipated, do not be alarmed, for we always make every possible effort to fill all orders promptly.

$ocx VLear by year novelties are being in- Novelties. troduced in all lines of trade. ‘The florists and seedsmen being no exception. Whether or not all are really new or some good old sort revived or improved makes but little difference, but that they should possess sterling merit is all important. and the duty of the dealer should be to proveeach before offering

to his patrons. ‘This wealways endeavor todo. Weare this season offering three choice novelties of our own.

BEGONIA TEMPLINII. ‘This is positively the most distinct and beautiful Begonia ever offered. ‘This Be- gonia originated on our place and will be offered by us only. (See insert between pages 64 and 65.)

THE CARDINAL STRAWBERRY, which we alone offer having purchased the originator’s entire stock, posses- ses enough points of excellence to make it easily the best all-purpose berry yet produced. (See insert.)

THE PORTAGE GOOSEBERRY, has never been offered to the public though known in Portage County, Ohio for the last fifteen years, excells all others in size, beauty, quality, productiveness and immunity from disease. (See insert between pages 64 and 65.)

The “Tcmplin Ideal.”

“To do an honorable business; to be prompt; to be careful for your interests, as well as for our own; to be content with small profrts; to send you pure seeds and live plants; to answer all inquir- zes; to correct all errors promptly; to merit your kind words; tn short, ‘tobe worthy of your patron- age.” This is “OUR IDEAL.”

To the friends and patrons of the firm of L. Templin & Sons, we desire to state that on May 15th, 1904, Mr. R. | L. Templin and son, W. W. Templin, sold their two- thirds interests in the business to Messrs. C. W. Hen- dricks and N. M. Bassinger, who, together with Mr. M. B. Templin, of the old firm, will continue the business under the name of THE TEMPLIN Co.

The new Company has been duly incorporated, and while the Management has undergone some changes the business will be conducted substantially along the Same lines which have been followed for the last forty years; during which time by close adherance to the Templn “Tdeal,”? our house has been made to rank with the leading Seed and Plancu houses in the country.

Weonly ask that you give us a chance to prove our ability to please you, for, we are determined that the Templin “Tdeal” Seeds and Plants shall havea reputation second to no other. :

Thanking you for your kind favors, o: the past, and assuring you that your future commands shall have our most careful and prompt attention, we remain,

Yours truly,

Che Templin Co.

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the best of everything.

Of course our patrons How to Send Money. are anxious to send money in the safest possible way. We recommend that you send by either of the following methods, in which case you send at our risk and our expense:

Ist~-Post-Office Money Order, which you can secure at “your post-office.

2d—Express Money Order, which you can secure at your express office.

3d—New York Draft. Bank.

4th—Registered Letter, which you can secure at your post-office. — : 5 We will pay expenses of forwarding money by either of the above ways, and you may deduct the cost from the amount of the Money Order sent.

Sta mps We will accept stamps for very small ~ p * amounts only, but since we offer to meet the expenses of Sencing money by the above four ways, we trust you wzl/ not send stamps, unless absolutely necessary, as they will be at your risk.

TERM: Cash With Order.

All orders must be accompanied by CASH. We keep no book account with our patrons, and will in no case fill orders unless a remittance is enclosed to cover value of

goods ordered.

Please use the order sheet en- How to Order. closed, by carefully filling out all blanks, especially those giving your name, address and shipping directions: these will greatly facilitate the cor- rect and prompt filling of your order. W77te vour name and address plainly. Write name of only one item on each line and mark the catalogue price in the proper column opposite the name. 5

You can secure it at your nearest

W As soon as this catalogue : hen to Order. reaches you we are prepared to fill orders. Send in your combined orders for Seeds, Plants, Trees &c, and if you do not wish the Plants and ‘Trees forwarded until time to plant in your locality, we will send the seeds at once, and the balance when you want them. When you want part or all of the order held, please state distinctly when you want shipment made.

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e Templin Co.. Calla, Ohio BEFORE ORDERING. |

Are Templins Trustworthy?

A very natural question for you to ask, if you have never had dealings Our catalogue and prices may appeal to you, but, they send me what i order?” We would answer the above by referring you to azy one of the 70,000 customers WhO recetved our goods last year, and also, to the following Banking Houses who have. known us and our methods for many years: The First Natonial Bank of Leetonia, Ohio, and The First Nationa Bank of Columbiana, Ohio.

We Are Confident

helped us to know what our patrons need and we are prepared to supply them with)

Fered by express, will be sent by mail, postpaid, to a

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with pp “Will they do as they say?” “Wil Can they be trusted?” and other questions aris®

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that we can please you. because we have pleased others, and our experience of zearly fifty years has

Every order received is given z Order Number * number, and every packageo goods sent out is numbered to correspond with the nu ber on the order. When writing to us concerning you} order, please do not fail to mention the number, as it wi | greatly facilitate our associating your inquiry with you) order.

24 ‘ All articles offered in thig By Maii, Postpait * catalogue, except where off)

postofiice in the United States.

- Wecall attention toour Fruit Tre@ By Express. Collection which can only be sent by) express. See also vur :mtroductory page in Seed and) Plant Departments. W= always recommend that plant} be sent by express, because we can send larger plant} and not disturb the rocts. as bv mail. We do not prepah charges. Wecan ship bv exp-ess direct over the followin}

great express company’s lines: ADamMs, WELLS Farco) AMERICAN and UNITED ST47TEs.

re O We will not send goods C. O. D., as the cost’ S Y * of.collecting charges is quite an unneces) Sary item of expense, and the prices bine given, we can)} conceive of no necessity to warrant goods bving so sent. ; W/ that all Seeds. Plants. Trees o e Guarantee Implements. shall reach our e | tomers Safely, and in prime condition. Please examine ’| carefully when received, and report promptly, shoul || there be any cause for complaint. ' |

it Takes ‘Time for your order toe reach us, fron |

one to four days, owing to wher) you live: Ifin Nebraska two days; if in California fouf/! days, and the same time for the goods to reach you, evel! if sent out the same day theorder is received. ‘“Cherefore please wait from two to eight days for returns befo writing, as it only hinders our progress in handling o ders if you write before goods have had time to reach yo

Mos ri : y Your Name. ost people write their name hu

riedly, while the names of the a ticles wanted are written with care. Please remembe we are perfectly familiar with the names of all our good and can read them when poorly written, but we de vq) know your name, and if poorly written we must guess a} | it, which if not correct, may cause much delay and ev2i

the entire loss of goods. Therefore write your name plainly

Years of experience have taught us the necessity of having the different branches ci our business divided into dif |}

ferent departments; each under the direction of a foreman and employes who are best qualified to look after the in}

This system enables us to handle the orders more promptly than’ would be possible in any. other way. Our method of handling orders is the result of years of experience. a | ceived, the articles collected together and checked off, the order then passes toa “‘checker,’’ one of our most trusty | employes, who compares the goods with the order, re-checks, and passes them on to those who pack them ready fa

terests of our patrons.

Each order is taken, in the order

the mail. ‘They are then carefully directed, weighed and stamped, and ““Uncle Sam” delivers them to your door.

: TO OUR AGENTS.

There are, always, in every community, those of our patrons who are willing, and have time to go around amon their friends and neighbors, and take orders for seeds and plants. This we are glad to encourage, as it helps to ex#) tend our trade. We realize that you can obtain orders for seeds where we could not, because, your plain and simpli! statement that you knowur goods to be reliable, would be convincing, while our printed statement might be reject] | ed; you would thus get our Seeds and Plants into homes where we probably never would. We réalize that +hea vertising which we get in this manner is much more effective and less expensive than magazine and newsparer aé vertising. Wetherefore have an interesting proposition to make to persons who care to act as agents and Solic club orders for us. You will find our terms very liberal and our plan businesslike and simple.

, ‘ The outfit will contain extra catalogue, and order blanks fe Send 10 cents for Agent Ss Outtit. agents use only, sample packets of seed, worth 25 cents at cat alogue prices, and full information concerning commissions paid for this class of work, with hints on how to proceeé

Novelty Department. 8

NOVELTIES AND SPECIALTIES

IN VEGETABLE SEED.

On the following fourteen pages will be found illustrations and descriptions of New and Tried Vegetables of real value and special merit. Novelties are the most interesting to our customers, no matter how many favorites they may have among the many standard varieties. It is our aim to offer.in these pages nothing but “Good things” and such as are highly endorsed by the leading seed specialists, farmers and growers throughout the country. Many of the varieties we have tested on our own trial grounds and found them to be ofsuperior quality. Wedonot hesitate to recommend them to our patrons, believing they will prove satisfactory.

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New Asparagus,

Giant Argenteuil.

This new sort is a great improvement ‘on the popular Palmetto or French Argenteuil Asparagus, which was first brought to this country byMr. John Nix, the largest asparagus grower of South Carolina. The reots were imported from Mr Louis Lerault de Argenteuil, of France, Ard have proven this new asparagus to be not orly 10days earlicr than Palmetto, but of larger size and superior in flavor and color. In New York market, last spring, it sold for $6.00 per dozen, while other varieties only brought $1.50 to $2.00 per dozen. It is by far the most promising asparagus, aS a money maker, that can be grown. Our seed and roots are from the original importation that has attracted so much attention and sold so high in New York. Prices of seed: Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents; 4 ounces 35 cents. Roots: 1 year old strong roots 20 cents per dozen: 2 dozen 35 cents; 4 dozen 60 cents; 100 $1.00 by mail, post- - paid. By express, 60 cents per 106 Ga

ASPARAGUS. 500 for $2.50. aso ae

Market Gardeners’ Beet. | Beet, ‘

This new beet is one of the best on our list for general cultivation by market gardeners and farmers. Makesa

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/ This is an extremely hadsome second-early or main crop beet, with richly colored flesh of superb quality.

very rapid growth from the start, and is larger than Egyptian. It continues to grow for a long period, making

, aheavy root for autumn or winter use. Only one sowing |

is necessary to produce early bets for market and a main crop for winter use. The quality is first-rate at all peri- ods of growth, whether the beet weighs a quarter ofa pound or six pounds. Itisa good keeper and may be

The beets are of medium size, slightly oblong form and | entirely free from fibrous rootlets, having only a.slender tap-root, as shown in the illustration.

The beets average three inches in diameter; the skin is sosmooth and the form soregular that when washed for market they have the appearance of highly polished dark red balls. The flesh isa deep purplish crimson,

us2d all winter. When cooked it is of a beautiful, dark red color throughout, and of unsurpassed table quality. The illustration shows the exact shape of the Market Gardeners’ Beet. Itissymmetrical in form and of decid- ediy handsome appearance. There are but few fibrous | syy'sand the top is small. Packet 10 cents: 4% “pound

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slightly ** zoned,”? and is remarkably sweet and tender, —absolutely free from stringiness. "The foliage is small, of arich bronze purple; the leaves all grow from a very small crown at the top of the bulb. From repeated trials we are Satisfied that it is one of the very finest beets in cultivation. Price, 10 cents per packet: %4 pound 40 cents; pound $1.25, postpaid.

New Giant Stringless

Green Pod Bean.

- The gardeners money maker; the best and most profi- table Green Podded Bean yet introduced. The old fash- ioned Early Red Valentine has long been considered the best of its class, but in this new variety we have some- thing superior inevery way. It is ready for market with 1. more prolific crop a full week earlier; the pods area

third larger, averaging five to six inches in length. ‘They are very meaty; being broadly rounded and

saddle backed, brittle and entirely stringless at all stages. Wherever we have sent this bean we have heard nothing but recommendation, and we predict that it will shortly supersede all others of its color.

Do not fail to include this bean in your order. Price, packet 10cts.; % pint 20cts.: pint 30 cts.: quart 45 ctS., postpaid. By express, qt. 30 cts.: 4 qis. $1.00.

pound 75 cents, bv mail, postpaid.

MARKET GARDNERS using seeds in large quantities may send us their lists for estimates. We can often doa little

better than catalogue prices if we know the quantities and kinds desired.

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MAT TITUCK SURE-HEADING

CAULIFLOWER.

For many years we have been trying to’find a Cauliflower that would meet the requirements of our customers, in general, and are pleased to offer for the first time one of the best Cauliflowers in cul- tivation. Our grower Says, spe ak- ing of a novelty; “The AMattituct ts by far the best early. sure-heading Caulifower grown.’ He farther says: “After trying all the best strains of Cauliflower as s nt out by the seed houses over th > coun- try, none can compare v.iih the Mattituck for earliness, sure head-

g, quality and flavor. Frema field of 16,000 heads only 32 were cut out as. unworthy fer seceding, and not a head in all that lot with a break or a leaf showing through the heads.”’

It is of dwarf, upright growth, ee and like the Snowball can be ™ planted as close as 18 inches each . way. The leaves grow very straight, and by breaking over blanches thie heads for market without tying. A valuable variety {er the market gardener. | Our illustration is an exact reproduction from a photograph, Ww hich shows the size and character. Westrongly recommend the “‘Mattituck’’ to all lovers of this fine vegetable. Packet of 100 seeds 20 cents; % ounce $1.00: ounce $3.00.

New Celery, “Winter Queen.”

The Best Late Keeping Celery Grown.

This is without doubt the most valuable variety cf Celery for winter and spring use ever introduced, even excelling the celebrated Perfection Heartwell as a late winter keeper. It is also much stouter, thicker and heavier, with double the amount of heart of any known Celery. ‘The plant is beautiful in appearance, of choice habit and compact growth, and blanches toa beautiful cream white. Ribs perfectly solid, crisp and of a delicious nutty flavor. It is worthy of first place as a late Celery, and will keep longer than any other va- riety. Packet 10 cents; / Y% ounce 20 cents: ounce 30 cents.

New Rose Ribbed Self Blanching Galen.

This superb Celery, when ready for the table, is a beautiful light golden yel- low color, very distinctly streaked with pink. It isa sport of thé Golden Self Blanching and possesses all the good points of its parent. Tits stands unrivaled among Celeries in points of quality and beauty. It is une qualed in flavor by any other variety grown, and it is the most beautiful and appetizing vegetable that can be selected to grace a dinner table. Iti is easily grown and may be blanched by a single light hilling.. Packet 5 cts.: % ounce 15 cts. ; ; ounce Z5 cts.

“DEAL” aes | Snowhite Celery. —

Right Flavor. Right Color, Right Size.

This fine new Celery, which-was introduced last season, is without a rival<in purity of color, vigor of growth, ease of blanching, size, richness of flavor, crispness and purity. The accompanying illustration, made from a pho- tograph, will give an idea of its large size and — general appearance; single stalks sometimes weigh two pounds or more. Read what the originator says of it: “In 19¢0 I set 7,000 plants of Snowhite end found only seven green — stalks. In 1901, 2.000 plan+s and found only one green stalk. In 1902, 6.000 plants and not a single plant that was not pure whiie.” It will cert ainly supersede _ the popular White Plume, as it is more vigorous, larger and more true to type, richer in quality. Giveit atrial. ‘“‘You will be pleased.” We call your s ectalatiention to tllustration as seen on back covrr page, painted from nature. You should certainly include this in your order. Packet 10 cents; % ounce 2&cents* ounce 40 cents,

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PREMO SWEET CORN. $:5°Si S05 ty SEN BE | iB *¢ WILL MATURE IN SIXTY DAYS. No Sweet Corn was ever introduced that gave such general satisfaction as Prem». Itis acknowledged by expert Corn growers to be the earliest pure Sweet Corn in cultivation. It not only combines all the merits of the leading 2arly: varieties, but is really superior to them in size, , quality and yield. It grows about five feet high and is very vigorous and productive, generally producing two well developed ears to the stalk. Many growers report Mature Corn ready for use in 57 to 60 daysfrom timeof planting. For years seedsmen have been searching fora |: really first-class Sweet Corn which would come : in with Adams’ Extra Early. Allsuch efforts were unsuccessful, however, unti! about 5 years ago, when we secured a small quantity of this new Corn, which, by actual tests on our own | trial grounds, and with Mr. C. S. Clark, the noted Corn grower, has proved earlier by a week than all other varieties. Owing to unfa- | vorable weather this season Premo is going to be very scarce. Packet 15 cents: % pint 25 cents; pint 40 cents: quart 60 cents, postpaid. .

NEW CABBAGE, :

Eureka First Early.

It is claimed by the introducer of the Eureka First Early, in comparison with Wakefield, that it is heavier, hardier, earlier, and, in ad- dition, hasa flat head. Its shape and excel- lent qualities make it a great favorite with consumers. Read the opinion of one of the most extensive growers in thiscountry: “*This Cabbage, in every trial I have made, has proved to be the earliest flat head variety. It == is a Cabbage of excellent constitution, healthy and not sub- ject to disease, a reliable header, extra early and a sure and productive cropper.”’ Packet 10 cents; % ounce 25 cents:

echo 3 Rg Ca The Volga Cabbage.

ee In this new Cabbage we have a vegetable wonder. ‘ Unlike most types, the heads are perfectly solid: the , Stem does not run up into the head nearly as far asin all other types, and the flesh is exceedingly firm, ten- der and white; is remarkable for its quick growing habit, and will mature its heads fully two weeks ear- lier than any of our late growing kinds.

Hardiness. In this respect we have.never seen a tyre which would favorably compare. Last winter, the most severe ever known in this section, did not inflict the slightest injury to the Volga. While all other kinds suffered terribly, not a head of this was _ lost. We think this point of hardiness of great im-

portance to the shipper. ,

In our trial grounds last season this Cabbage proved all that is claimed for it. By planting any cf our winter Cabbages on the Istof July, and the Volga on the 15th, the latter will perfect its heads first. Werecommend our customers to give this new

; ; Cabbage. a trial and report results. Packet 10 cents; EUREKA FIRST EARLY. % ounce 25 cents,; ounce 40cents; % pound $1.50,

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Early Golden Cluster Wax Pole Bean.

Weclaim this to be the best yellow podded wax pole bean ever introduccd, and for the past three or jcur years were not ale to purchase sufficient seed tosurrtly the demand. ‘This year weare glad tosay our grower has succeeded in growing for us a fine s.ock, which we can guarantee to be genuine. Incur trial grounds this proved to be the best pele b_an on our list. Is enormously pro- ductive; the po .s hanging in great clusters from top to botiom of the pole; ef a beauciful clear waxy color, measuring 8to10 inches in length and over aninch in width. It is: entirely stringless and several days earlier than any other yellow podded sort which enables them to be planted in many Secticrs cf the country where the seasons are too Short fer other pole beans. When cooked are of excelicnt Mayor, and can beserved with pods or asashcll bean. A splendid variety for the mar- ket gardener. We can highly recommend it. Price 10 cts. per pkt.: 20 cts. % pint:35cts. pint, 60 cts. qt.; Z qt Si.00, Post paid.

SHOTWELL’S IMPROVED THICK POLE LIMA

Originated by one of the best and most expe- rienced growers of Northern New Jersey. It is of the thick or Potatoe Lima class, but will be found a deciicd improvement -on the Dreer’s Improved Pole Lima or any other bean ofits class in earli- ness, productiveness and fine quality. Ail claims made for it have been fully substantiated b, hun- dreds of our customers who tried it the past season, and we regret wehave not room here to publish the F many strong recommendations received from them. if “inf All who are fond of Lima beans will be more than pleas- Re SE ed with this fine new variety. See cut opposite. Pkt. yo 10cts.; 7 pint, 20 cts.: pint, 30 cts.; qt. 50 cts.

New Wonder Bush Lima Bean.

New Wonder gives thelargest and best returns—a big crop from a small spacs—and is a decided improvement on the ociginal typeof Burpee’s Bush Lima, being seven toten days earlier, with pods 4195 inches in length, each concaining three and sometimes fourlarge green beans of the finest flavor. The beans are of flat Shape and fully equalin flavor tothe famous Dreer’s Bush Lima, sowell and favorably known. Pkt. 10 cts.; 2 pint, 20cts.; pint, 35 cts; quart, 60cts.

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This new See ene Bean will be hailed wit elight by farmers ". And Meer On Orton eagle EARLY GOLDEN CLUSTER. market, thereby obtaining the highest prices. The vines are of strong, quick growth, maturing a crop of pods considerable earlier than any other variety of the Pole Limas. Pods are3 to 4 inches Jong, containing three to four beans each, and as large as the King of the Garden Lima. The beans are tender and of excellent quality. Packet, 10 c-nts; pint, 25c., postpaid.

GOLDEN CARMINE HORTICULTURAL = POLE BEAN.

= g In this newstrain we have a wonderfully robust _. grower, a week toten days earlier than Worcester Horticultural Pole. In comparison,. the pods are equally aslarge, stringless, bright golden color \ when very young. As the pods approach full “size, they are mottled and streaked with an un- usually bright carmine color on the bright golden, which gives the pods (when ready for market) a strikingly beautiful and attractive appearance. : ‘This, together with its productiveness, will make jit the most desirable strain of this weil known and popular bean.

: Chiefly grown for its Scarlet Runner, brilliant scarlet flowers which are born in long racemes from July to Oc.o- ber; also excellent asashelled bean. Lt is one of the leading varieties inthe English markets. > ———- ihe hae Seeds as large and same shape as the Limas mot- ? NEW CARMINE PODDED. tled brown and black, Pkt, 10c.; pt. 30c.; at. 50c,

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Burpee’s Quarter Century Bush Lima Bean. $

The pods are fully as large as the best selected stock of Burpee’s Bush

Lima, and are produced ready for the table considerably earlier. While

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larger. Being freed from that tendency to bear out on the prongs where the Beans are apt todrop off in hot weather, it is more surely productive of largecrops. For what it requires from the soil it is really a better yielder than the original Burpee’s Bush Lima. It does not makesolargea growth, but the Beans are more evenly distributed all around the bush. Our grower, who is a careful, conscientious man, is sure that this new strain is two to three weeks earlier than the regular stock of Burpee’s Bush Lima. Packet 10 cents: 6 pint 20cents: pint 30 cents: quart 50 cents, postpaid. By express, quart 35 cents: 4 quarts $1.10; peck $2.00.

Wood’s Prolific Bush Lima Bean.

This new variety has given the very best satisfaction. The |foliage is a littlelarger than the Henderson, and spreads out broad in the row. The stems arestout and hold the pods Hiwell up above the ground, and the vines are full of Beans, l} which are nearly double the size of the old variety. Itis well H) known that some of the large kinds of Bush Lima Beans are

fj very shy bearers and are not to be depended upon, butin W ood’s Prolific will be found a most prolific, reliable cropper, which can be depended upon to make a large yielding and most satisfactory crop. ‘ In maturity it is as early as any of the Bush Limas, and it is bound to prove immensely popular with our growers everywhere. Packet 10 cts.: 34 pint 15 cts; pint 25cents: quart 40 cents, postpaid. By express, quart 25 cents; 4 quarts 75 cents; peck, $1.40,

woos Lhe Alabama Sweet Watermelon.|

PROLIFIC. Without doubt this is one of the best shipping Watermelons on the market. A long, dark green Melon with light seeds; of good size and a deli- cious flavor. Sorry we.cannot give this variety a longer description. Packet 5cts.: ounce 10 cents; % pound 20 cents; pound 60 cents, postpaid.

Burpee’s Halbert Honey Watermelon.

The finest of all Watermelons for the home garden and choice trade in local mar-

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and set fruits very freely; four or five fine large Melons are frequenily seen clustered closely together. The vines grow quickly,so that they will ripen choice fruits, even in che Northern States, if planted in a good location: further south two plantings may be made, one for summer and one for fall use. "The Melons aver- age eighteen to twenty inches long and are full or bluntly rounded at bothends. The skin is a dark glossy green

The fiesh is a beautiful crimson, the rich coloring and luscious quality extending to a clearly defined line where it joins the thin white rind. ‘The seed is white and comparatively small. Halbert Honey is essentially a home Melon for your own use or a nearby market, as the thin skin is so brittle that it will not withstand rough handling or shipping to any distance; in cutting a ripened fruit the rind will split ahead of the knife after the first thrust has been made. A great many planters who sell their Melons in nearby markets report that Halbert Honey will outsell any other variety, and frequently brings double’the price of other sorts, even when the markets are well supplied

Prices 10 cents pet pasket; ounce 15 cents; 4 pound 30 cents; pound $1.00; postpaid. :

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WE BELIEVE every novelty offered on this and other pages possesses sterling merit. If we did not think so we would not offer them under any consideration. We want our patrons to be satisfied.

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New Lettuce

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This splend‘d Lettuce is an improved ctype of the popular Big Boston, with smoother and more glossy leaves. ‘The outer leaves are entirely free from the faint brownish tinge noticable in the Big Boston when grown in the warm ‘sunlight, while = - : the heads are more solid; they retiain crisp SSS WW Ih F777 paw Hi ZZ % and tender when most other sorts become ad — FAR RAN <= UN WU ZEEE ie tough and flabby tnder the hot sumimer OY LON GA F707 HI GZS p~ sun. Unrivaled is a splendid all-the-~ear- ans SS BN\' y COI QA: : around lettuce, excellent for cold-frames or cool greenhouses during the winter in the North, or for the open ground in the South- = ernStates. It may be plantcd in the open = ground every two or three weeks {rom early spring until fall, and will produce crisp, solid heads throughout the season. We confidentfy recommend it to gardeners de- siring a continuous supply of crisp solid f heads for the home tableor for market. It a = SEY dy SF ~ A can be grown at a low temperature under EEN LLY; /) SS ASS: = glass during the winter months, and at

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A fine new Lettuce that is certain to please. $ The plants are of remarkably robust, strong growth, twelve inches or more in diameter, with large, light green outer leaves which fold closely about the head. ‘The leaves are finely serrated and swollen like the leaves of Savoy Cabbage. "The heads areextra large, often & six inches or more in diameter: the interior being white, crisp and tender. It withstands heat and drouth toa remarkable degree, and can be depended on for a mid-summer supply. Packet 10 cents; ounce 25 cents.

FREE.—If your order amounts to 50 cents or more, we willsend you freea packet of this grand lettuce, provid ng you mention it on - your order. j UNRIVALED.

Musk-Melon.

During the autumn months of the last three years there have been shipped to the eastern mar- kets many carloads of this variety of melon from the growers in Rocky Ford, Colo., from which the name is derived, and we venture tosay that the advent of this valuable variety has done more to popularize Musk-melons than any other sort. We have been fortunate in securing sufficient seed of this valuable kind to offerit to our customers, which we do with the greatest confidence, aftera series of careful and exhaustive trials. ‘The vines are exceedingly healthy and vigorous, bearing an » enormous quantity of fruits during the entire sea- son. ‘The ground-color of the skin is of a rich green- ish gold; the netting is very prominent and is light in color, which makes the outer appearace very at- tractive. ‘The flesh is very deep, ripening clear to the rind, andit has an exceedingly small seed cavity. Itis very sweet and luscious in flavor, and isentirely devoid of any stringy character. The seed we offer was Specially grown by a careful

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Cabbage Earliest White Giant.

This new German sort is said to be the éarliest of the large

round Cabbages, producing its enormous heads already in July. The heads of this va- riety are fine ribbed and of exceedingly fine flavor. This sort comes to us so highly rec- ommended, and by highest authority, that we concluded to offer it to our customers for trial; lor while We already have some excellent early Cabbages, the heads of them are comparative- ly small; and if this kind should prove superi- or, it will fill a Tong felt want and prove a money maker for market gardeners, and a very desirable sort fur the home garden. Pkt. 10 cts.; 2 ounce Z5cts.; oz. 45 cts.; 4 Ib. $1.50.

Houser Cabbage.

This is probably the most favorably known of all new Late Winter Cabbage. It was originated by George W. Houser, who claims ittob decidedly the best late main crop Cab- bage grown. ‘The heads are large, weighing 10 to 12 pounds each. They grow socompact and free from large spreading leaves that they can be planted much closer than other late

varieties. At is the latest of all the large Cabbage. No other Cabbage is so solid and =

heavy, except perhaps the Danish Ballhead. The thheads are round and deep through, of large size and not liable to crack open. In quality the Houser Cabbage equals the best, being very free from the coarse ribs found in most latesorts. Itis a strong, vigorous grow- |

EARLIEST WHITE GIANT.

Farly Cickek Cucumber.

It is not only the earliest Cucumber in cultivation, being fully twa

er, With ability to withstand drought better | weeks ahead of White Spine, but it is of the desirable White Spinz.

than most varieties. Packet 10 cents; % ounce 25 cents; oun e 40 cents; 4 pound $1.50.

Improved Norfolk Button Musk Melon.

We now offer an improved strain of the early Jenny Lind musk Melon, obtained from a leading grower of New Jersey, whose Melons command the highest market prices by reason of their handsome appearance and delli- cious flavor. Thefruitof the regular Jenny Lind is flat- tened at both stem and blossom ends, ribbed and heavily netted; butin this improved type thereisa dist inct nub or “button” growing out of the blossomend. ‘This extra growth is a peculiarity of the earliest ripening strain, as well as an indicatiou of finest favor, and iseagerly sought for by buyers in eastern cities. The fiesh of these Melons is uniformly sweet and melting, but the small nub or button has a concentrated sweetness not found in any other Melon, and furnishes a delicious morsel to finish the eating of one of these fine fruits. Our seed has all been saved by our grower from vines bearing Melons with the nub or “button,” and can be depended upon not only for the earliest ripening, but also to produce fruits of most uniform Size and finest quality. Packet 10 cents; ounce

“25 cents: 2ounces 40 cents; 4 ounces 75 cents.

FAMILY GARDEN FRUIT COLLECTIO

emsidering quality and early and abundant bearing. local nursery you could not possibly find any better.

type, being shorter, thicker and holding better its deep green color than any other early Cucumber in cultivation.

It is very prolific and grows its fruit in bunches of threes and fours, of uniform size and shape. A single hill will sometimes produce from 10 to 12 shapely Cucumbers, valuable either for slicing or for pickling. Our seed is from the originator and is therefore absolutely pure. Packet 10cents; ounce 20 cents; 4 ounces 50 cents.

Perfection Musk Melon.

This Melon is handsome in appearance, oval in shape, of very large size, finely netted and deeply ribbed. One of the largest of the very early Cante- loupes. Vines robust and very vigorous, bearing large Melons of unusual size, weighing from 8 to10 pounds, of fine quality, sweet and delicious, which is seldom found in large Melons; seéd cavity quite small; flesh 2% inches thick, of a light green, turning to a beautiful salmon or orange when ripe. Firm, solid and free from any stringiness, with a splendid flavor. The outside skin turns to a golden yellow in ripening, and a splendid variety for the home garden. ‘The seed which we offer has been grown by a specialist and we offer the genuine stock. If you want a good Melon, of large size, order this variety. Pkt. 5cents; ounce 10 cents: 4 ounces 30 cents; pound $1.00, postpaid.

Burpee’s White Evergreen Sweet Corn.

All the gocd points of a superb strain of the original Stowell’s Evergreen have been not only retained, but in- tensified, in this valuable new variety. ‘The stalks are of strong, vigorous growth, six to seven feet high. ‘The ears are very large and uniform in size; are uniformly well filled to the tip, with long, slender grains of the purest whiteness and most delicious sweet flavor. When in the green state both cob and grains are white as snow. Mar- ket gardeners, canners and alllovers of Sweet Corn have been looking fora white Sweet Corn as good as Stowell’s. They can now have it in White Evergreen: white, tender, sweet, and of the finest quality. Packet 15cents; % pint 20cents; pint 30cents; quart 50 cents, postpaid.

We would call special attention to our Fruit Tree Collection as ! offered cn pages 60 and 61. Indeed, 7f you would spend hours in selecting varieties at your Our many years of experience in the nursery business (before we

‘The varieties are all of the finest,

started in the Seed and Plant business) enables us to make a selection of varieties that will give perfect satisfaction.

and our prices on single trees are as low and even lower while our price on the collection is unprecedented.

than you can possibly get strictly reliable stock elsewhere,

10 The Templin Co., Calla, Ohio.

An Extra Early Wrinkled Pea. Prosperity. or Gradus.

MOST PROLIFIC PEA GROWN.

This remarkable Pea has produced a sensation in ~ the horticultural world, and there is no longer any doubt about its position and standing. It is now rec- ognized asa leader. Itis not only large and of best quality, but it is as early as the small, round, extra early sorts. It is sold under two narhes, but the two strains are identical. It is hardy, and. may be plant- ed as soon as the ground is fit to work in the spring, along with the smooth peas, It promises to take the place of the smooth peas in general culture to a great extent. Prosperity or Gradus is a wrinkled pea. with vine growing 18 to 20inches high. It requires nostichs or brush, though sticks may be used, if preferred. The peas are freely borne, and remain in good order fora number of days. The pods are of a bright green celor. and measure ‘our inches or more in length, being as large as Telephone, and equally as well filled with luscious peas—8 to 10 or more in a pod. The peas themselves are of first-class table quality, and retain their color and attractive appearance after cooking. The pods are round and plump. On light, sandy soils it attains a growth of only 15 or 18 inches, while on rich heavy loams it reaches 30 inches. It is entire- ly adapted to the purposes of the market vardener, requiring only good field treatment. We grew several acres last season and havea good supply of fine seed. Our grower in Northern Michigan was delighted with Prosperity, and reported it as one of the most produc- tive varieties he grew. Packet 10 cents; % pint 20 cents; pint 35 cents; quart 60 cents; postpaid. If or- dered by express, deduct 8 cents per pint, 15 cents per quart. By Express, not prepaid 4 quarts $1.50; PROSPERITY, OR GRADUS PEA. peck $2.50; bushel $9.00.

For the past 4 years we have made | I G y M l y “ Prosperity”? or Gradus a specialty, a rowing @ ting ug ar. and while the crop last year was nearly a failure, we have enough for all demands

EDIBLE PODS. CHOICE FOR SNAP SHORTS.

This splendid sugar Pea fully maintains its reputation as a choice table ~~ variety. The peas are not shelled, but the_pod is eaten like a bush bean. ~ The pods are stringless; and in flavor, brittleness and succulence are unex- celled. ‘The vines are very tall, reaching a height of five or six feet and re- quiring support. Thefull grown pods are six toseven inches long and one and one-half inches broad, and are produced continuously for a considerable period, the vines having great bearing capacity on account of their height. They can be made ready for the table in 20 or 25 minutes. and are good even when quite old. Excellent also for pickles. "The sweetness and tenderness of this edible-podded pea insureita permanent place in the garden. It should have a trialin allfamilies where bush beans and snap shorts are relished, althoughit hasa distinct flavor peculiarly itsown. Packet 15 cents: 2 packets 25 cents; % pint 25 cents; pint 40 cents, quart 70 cents.

S\ //d New Dwarf “Mz Melting Sugar Pea.

EDIBLE PODDED.

You can only testify as to the flavor, quality and productiveness of this val- uable New Dwarf Melting Sugar Pea after giving it a trial. We know this! new variety will be of special interest toall lovers of Edible Podded Peas, es- pecially to those who cannot grow the tall kinds. This variety is of dwarf bushy habit, averaging twelve to fif-' teen inches igh, of strong upright growth, and ery productive, will bear close plantit:g, and requires no sticks or bush for support. By the illustra- tion you will see pods are well filled }. and when cooked, are delicious, whole- some and equal to the best snap beans. 4 ‘This New Dwarf Edib .: Podded Pea } will undoubtedly filla long felt want. ‘ The peas when ripe being a smooth, light cream color. Your garden will not be complete without this zew Pea. ~ The seed can be planted very early in the spring as it is quite harcy and withstands thecold damp weather to a remarkable degree. Give ita trial.

Packet 10 cents: % pint 20 cents: pint : DWARF MELTING SUGAR. 30 cents, quart 50cents. Postpaid. TALL MELTING SUGAR.

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NEW WRINKLED PEA, “THE ALDERMAN.”

Who is not acquainted with the famous Telephone and Duke of Albany Pea? Here we have a grand, new, tall, wrinkled varietv. which is bound to supersede either of the above sorts, when once establishec. itisa second early or medium variety; height 4 feet: robust in habit of growth, and a wonderful bearer, with immense pods of a dark green color, fre- quently. measuring nearly six inches in length, closely packed with eight and ten magnificent large Peas, possessing a superior sugary flavor cf extra fine quality. Especially valuable to the market gardener. Itisa variety which keeps true to the type, and the seed we offer is genuine. It is unexcelled in productiveness, and is one of the finest of the large podded summer sorts. Packet 15 cents: }% pint 25 cents; pint 40 cents: quart 60 cents, postpaid. By express 1 quart 45 cents: 5 quart 31.50.

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SUTTON'S EXCELSIOR PEA.

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THE EARLIEST OF ALL THE SWEET WRINKLED PEAS.

This grand new dwarf extra early wrinkled Pea comes tous very highly recommended. and is the leading Variety among the English market 4 fardeners, as they sow it on a large scale for first cropping. Being only 12 inches high, it does not require any brush. Growth very vigorous: crowded with large, broad, well filled pods, with Peas of excellent favor and high quality: very prolific, and an excellent variety for either mar- ket or home use. Try them. Our stock i; true, and may be relied on inmevery way. Pkt. 1.0 cents: '2 pint 20 cents: pint 30 cents: quart 50 cents, postpaid.

DWARF TELEPHONE.

‘ALSO KNOWN AN) t:STED AS CARTER’S AISY.

A new second early Wrinklecd Pea that is makin’ -rieréc everywhere. ‘3 .a€ awalf and eight to ten days earlier than Stratagem. It grows about 18 inches high and is remarkable for its abundance of large, well filled pods. Itis a dwarf early form of the popular Telephone. Pod is pale green, and is thick, plump and a fine market sort. The Peas are of extra large s‘ze; pods frequently measure five inches in length, broad, straight and remark- ably well filled. Price 10 cents per packet: *%% pint 15 cents; pint 25 cents: quart 40 cents, postpaid. By express, start 25 cents; 4 qts. 85 cents; peck $1.50; bushel $5.00

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Extra Early Alaska

While this variety is not a Novelty, we think it deserves an important place in our catalogue, as there are more “‘Alaska”’ Peas grown in this country than any other variety. We haze an immense trade on our Extra Early <train of this popular Pea, selling large quantities annually to the market gardeners and canners of this country. It is the hardiest Pea we are acquainted with and is well named “‘Alas- ka.”’ On account of its extreme hardiness it can be planted earlier than any other variety, and at a time when such tender Peas as First of All and other early sorts would rot in the ground. It is alSo very early, maturing in 49 days, and hence its popularity with mar- ket gardeners who wish to be first in the mar- ket. Pods are of good size and produced in profusion on _ strong, healthy vines 12 to 15 inches high, and, while its quality is hardly as good as the First of All, it is much ahead of oth- er smooth extra early varieties and is the

best Pea for very early . planting. Does not fF require brush or any

other support. Packet Scents; ‘2 pint 12cts.; pint 2: cents: quart 30 cents, by mail, post- paid. By express, quart 15 cents; peck $1.00: tushel $3.50, not prepaica.

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LIVINGSTON’S NEW GLOBE TOMATO.

The fact that this is another new Tomato, originating with the Livingstons, of world-wide ‘Tomato fame, will be sufficient to warrant most growers of fine Tomatoes to give it a liberal trial. It is of beautiful globe shape, with quite a per- \ centage of elongated (stem to blossom) fruits,

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of slices being taken than with flat _fruited sorts. Among the very first to ripen, although of large size, very smooth, firm fleshed, few seeds, rip-

rose, tinged purple. Flavor very delicate and agreeable; splendid slicing variety. The fruit is borne on short jointed, branching plants in great abundance—literally loaded withfruit. A good general cropper, and one of the very best for green- house growing or first early crop on stakes or trellis. An entirely dis- _ tinct and fixed new sort. Every Yy jf} grower of Livingston’s New Globe, whether he grows for private or market purposes, will be j pleased with the beautiful and attractive globe shaped fruit. Every grower of this Tomato will find in it strictly a new variety and one of great practical value. ‘Those who grow Tomatoes to sell will be pleased, as the beautiful and attract- ive globe-shaped glossy red fruits will sell readily at the top price. Offered this season in packets of 40 seeds each. Packet 20 cents; 3 packets 50 cents; 7 packets $1.00.

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CHALK’S EARLY JEWEL.

Originated by Mr. James Chalk, of Mont gom- ery County, wio has continued for. 17 years his selection to-establish hardiness and extreme earliness. Of compact growth, the plants are fairly loaded with fruit, both early and through- out the Season. The Tomatoes are uniformly of good size—75 will fill a % bushel basket. ‘The large handsome fruits are very solid and deep through, being almost round or ball-shaped; average 3% inches across by nearly 3 inches in depth. Color brightest scarlet, ripening right up to thestem without any cracks or green core. The thick flesh is bright scarlet, very solid, with . comparatively few seeds; of fine, sweet flavor. Skin thin, but sufficiently strong to make it a good shipper. Pkt. 10cts.; 7% oz. 40 cts.; oz. 75c,

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THE MOST VALUABLE NEW TOMATO ON THE MARKET TO-DAY.

’ Livingston’s Stone Tomato is everywhere recognized as one of the

best general purpose Tomatoes grown. In the New Dwarf Stone we have the same large, solid, smooth fruit, with neat, dwarf com- pact vines similar im growth to the popular Dwarf Champion. Its compact, sturdy, upright habit permits it to be planted closer together, which isa valuable feature in small gardens where room isscarce. It ripens much earlier than the old Stone variety; fruit bright red, always large, smooth and solid. The shape of the fruit is beautiful; free from cracks around the stem; ripens evenly and is of most excellent quality. Dwarf Stone will certainly take a prominent place among our leading standard varieties, owing to its productiveness and uniformly large, smooth fruit. Packet 10 cents; Y% ounce 25 cents; ounce 45 cents; two ounces75 cents.

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This grand Tomato was first introduced by Wm. Henry Maule of Philadelphia, in 1899, having been sent .out the year pre- vious for trial under the name “Eight to the Yard.” It was a great success, great in every way, and it iseven greater now than at the outset. Enormous, however, was not bred merely for bigness: but is claimed tobe the best all round, main crop tomatoon the market, and only sure passed for shipping purposes by our ““Suc- cess** as found on page 34.

The name was selected from the fact that it seemed to apply better to this won- derful Tomato than any other. The fruit of this magnific nt Tomato is remarkably solid, smooth ard firm: flesh is thick and heavy and there are but few seeds. Cclor, aclean deep red, with no purple tint or shading. For canning purposes it is un- surpassed by any other sort. Private gardeners, market gardeners and other seedsmen testify to the sterling merits of Enormous Tomato. One customer says it is of great size and color. Another praises its keeping qualities = while another says, it is the best 3 Tomato grown.

We offer only genuine seed that > can be relied uron. Do not fail to QWAzZeA try this grand Tomato. Price 10 cts. = yyy) per pkt.; 4 oz. 25 cts.; lounce 40cts, A=

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SPARKS’ EARLIANA.

The Most Important Novelty in Tomatoes. The Largest Extra-Early Tomato Ever Introduced.

This famous new variety was originated ‘by Mr. George C. Sparks, of Salem Co., New Jersey, where the greatest com petition exists among growers to be the first in the mar- ket. The plants are quite hardy, with rather slender, open - branches and moderate growth, well set with: fruit, nearly ’ all of whichripen extremely early in the seasons She fruits ) are deep scarlet and grow closely in clusters of five to eight, all of medium size, averaging 2%2 inches indiameter. They are smooth and solid, quite thick through. and free from ' roughribs orcracks. ‘The fiesh is deep red, with’solid cen- ter and small cells, slightly acid flavor. ‘The seed that-we offer of this variety is of our own growing, irom selected stock of Mr. Sparks’ extreme early free fruiting strain. Pkt. 10 cents, 42 ounce 25 cents; one ounce 40 cents.

HONOR BRIGHT.

This is a peculiar bright red sort, differing’ distinctly in RY several points from all others. Itscolor first isa bright green, then an attractive white, then rich lemon, changing toa brightred. Thefruit is born in clusters of 3 to5 large specimens on hard, woody stems, and does not crack. Its table quality is unsurpassed. ‘The flesh, when fully ripe, being tender and melting: not hard as one would think from the solidity of the fruit. I: is well adapted for home and market use, being the handsomest and most S\ ao showy variety grown. Highly recommended tor shipping, on account of its solidity and long keéping qualities. Price 5 cents per pkt.; % ounce 15 cents; one ounce 25 cents.

Magnus Tomato.

This very distinct and most pleasing new variety, of WEY) the color of Beauty and Acme, is the latest additionby #@# BT Livingston to the Tomato family. It is thicker, heavier and more solid than either Acme or Beauty, makingit | easily the most handsomie sort in cultivation. It is un- surpassed in quality and in the production of fine large fruit. While perfectly adapted to main crop planting: . yet it matures so quickly that it will take first rank for © early market. The form is perfect, uniform, large and —S attractive. Flesh is very firm. Itripens evenly, does #& not crack at the stem and is cf superior quality. We rate this variety among the best. No American garden is complete until Magnus hasa placeinit. Try it for we know you will be morethan pleased. Packet 5cents; % : : = ounce, 20 cents; ounce, 35 cents. SPARKS’ EARLITANA.

ees | The Templin Co., Calla, Ohio.

New Extra Early ‘“' Danish Olive Shaped Radish.

Two years ago this new extra early Danish olive shaped Radish was sent to us for trial, and = : , fl after giving it a test along side of about 25 other

Aah ZA i, varieties we were so well pleased and thoroughly

4 1: Sy) yy. convinced ofits superior merits, we thought it an g Ys , exceptionaly fine Novelty to offer our customers. We have contracted with our grower for a large quantity of seed and are glad to offer such a val- uable aquisition for the first time. ‘This variety is very early and one of the quickest maturing sorts we know of reaching edible condition in some | | 20 days. Quick growth is one of the main essen- {| | tials fora crisp and tender radish. ‘The roots } | are top shaped and very handsome; general ap- pearance and character are shown in the accom- panying illustration. Color a very light pure red, almost a rosecolor, with white tip; flesh pure white, crisp and of very pleasant flavor; quality is both brittle and sweet; of fine quality remaining in ed- | ible condition for a long time; a fine market sort.

y Distinct from any other variety and very desira- NEW EXTRA EARLY DANISH OLIVE SHAPED RADISH. ble. We feel this new early radish will be appre- Mec CG P ee ‘ pais by our custoures oe especially oon i

} gardener, as it is Sure to be a money maker. -

Radish, fi1mson fant. illustration on out side cover page as painted from

This is an entirely new variety, suitable for nature. Packet 10 cents; ounce 20 cents; 2 ounces forcing or early planting out of doors. A re-

35 cents; 4 ounces 50 cents; pound $1.50; postpaid. markabie feature of this Radish is that it will

grow double the size of other round red forcing New Triumph Radish

Radishes and still remain solid, not showing the

vast sign of becoming hollow. ‘The ordinary This dainty little Radish comes from Holland. —

Arcing Radish, after growing tothe size of two It is beautiful and odd, and when mixed ina bunch of scarlet and white varieties

or three inches in circumference, and weighing

about %4 ounce, becomes pithy and un- fit for eating, while the Crimson Giant will grow to six or Seven inches in eit- cumference. weigh about one ounce, and still remain solid and juicy, free from all signs of becoming soft. In shape this new radish is round to oval, and is very attractive as shown by illustration. We have an exception- ally fine quality of seed and offer it at only 5 cents per packet; 10 cents per ounce; 3 ounces 35 cts.; 8 ounces 50 cts.

The Crimson Winter Rhubarb.

The earliest of all Rhubarb and fit for use not only in spring, but all through the summer and fall. In the Southern and Pacific States it may be

makes pleasing contrast, ‘The pure white skin is distinctly striped and dotted with bright scarlet and are strikingly handsome. It is a splendid forcing variety, globe shaped, extreme- ly early, having small tops and ma- turing very quickly. Itis equally val- uable for garden culture. Its novel appearance will attract attention everywhere. You will be pleased with the results if you will give this val- uable Radish a place in your garden. Pkt. 5cts.; ounce 20 cts.; 4 ozs 60 cts.

New White Icicle

A beautiful long clear white variety which is decidedly superior for forcing, and earlier than any long variety which has yet been introduced. The

GIANT. roots are long, slender, beautiful white appearance, very tender and crisp, extremely early | and of the finest quality. It is ready for pulling in 25 |) days after sowing and retains its excellent qualities || longer than any of the earlier varieties. It can be

sown from early spring tosummer and will be found uniformily satisfactory for both early and main crop. Its beautiful clear color combined with-excellent table qualities make it both an excellent sort for market as well as for home garden use. All things considered. we pronounce “‘Icicle’? absolutely the yery best gener- | al purpose white market radish in cultivation. Mar- ket gardeners will find this a splendid seller. One customer writes us, he can sell nothing else as I-ng as” -he has ‘“‘Icicle,?? while another writes us that “‘Icicle” is far ahead of any other he ever grew. Don’t fail to give it a trial. Packet 10 cents; ounce 15 cents; % round 30cents; pound 75cents. (See page 51 for cut.)

used all the year round. In winter it CRIMSON is particularly fine. Color, bright crimson, except the new stalks on young plants. It forces readily in the green house or cold frame. It is of excellent flavor, and the stalks are so tender that it is not necssary to remove the skin. It grows easily and rapidly from seed, mak-

her ing stalks for use the second year. Was introduced by Luther Burbank of Califor- nia, the noted Horticulturist, 4, who considers this the great- YP est. novelty he has ever pro- duced. Mr. Burbank says: “Ror growing under glass in the North for 2 constant sup- ply for home use, and for growing in the South for ship- ping Northit promises to be more profitable than any thing else the soil produces.”’ Packet of 15 seeds 15 cents; 2 pkts. 25 cents. eS Lf

Leatless Radish.

This new Radish. is remarkable for the N\ small size of its leaves. The roots grow so

& Quickly that they are practically in advance of the leaves, and for: this reason is called ‘STeafless.”? The handsome t+tle Kadishes are bright red in color, slightly oblong in ; shape and of excellent quality. Try it, as we know you will be pleased. It isa shypyn Wee ° : =

seeder, consequently always high in price. , HVA iN THE NEW LEAFLESS RADISH.

RHUBARB. Pkt. 5cts.; ounce 20 cts.; 4 ounces 60 cts. - oe .

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New Squash “ Delicious.”

This is the latest introduction of Gregory, the Squash man, who claims it to be decidediy the finest Squash he ever introduced. He says: ‘In quality it surpasses every one of the five varieties I have from time to time introduced, including the Hubbard, Marble- head, Butman, Chestnut, Warren, etc., not even excepting the popu- lar Hubbard.” {ts color is almost unilormly 0; a dark green shade with occasionally a blue specimen.

Hubbard. In thickness and qual- ity of flesh it surpasses them all. Color of flesh, deep orange. No variety equals it in fine- DELICIOUS SQUASH. - ness of grain, dryness and-exceedingly rich flavor. Itis 5 q a fall and winter squash, retaining its excellent qualities i throughout the winter. Packet 10 cents; ounce 25 cents: CW ammot eda ut 4 ounces 75 cents. E BG Note the testi: . eS lative . 7 ‘Two years ago this monstrous Pea Wut was mtroduced “7 ie eat sss aos Aaa se ES by Mr. Burpee, of Philadelphia, and is to-day the finest It is remarkably dry, sweet and delicious.” PROF. | jarge Pea Nut grown. These nuts make compact bushes J. B. LINDSAY, Agricultural College, Amherst, Mass. | eighteen inches high with heavy erect stalks and quite “‘It proved to be the sweetest and driest squash we had | large leaves. They produce a large quantity of the mam- ever tasted.”,"—MRS. A. E. WHITAKER, one of the edi- | moth nuts, showing their adaptability for culture in our tors of the New England Farmer ‘| northern climate, especially in light, loose or sandy soils. = = : The distinct and handsome appearance of these gigantic nuts and of the thick heavily ribbed protecting shell, are shown in our illustration. Very easily grown, and especially interest- ing for the children. Plant same as bush beans, with the shell cracked, or may be removed from the shell. Packet 15 cents; 2 packets 25cents: pint 30 cents quart 50 cents postpaid. By express, not prepaid. quart 35 cents; 2 quarts 60 cents.

Grow some. Pea Nuts for the children. Stands heat and drouth to a remarkable degree, and not ut all hard to grow. The Spanish yariety isso very desirable because it is so early and a good bearer. Its growth is perfectly erect. Planted in April they ripen in August, and planted as late as July will mature full crop before frost. ‘The pea issmaller than the Vir- ginia Pea Nut, but fills out well, making no pops. Can be planted close, yielding large crops. Can be grown in the North. Packet 5 cents; pint 20 cents: quart 35cents; postpaid. By ex- press, quart 25 cents; 2 quarts 40 cents.

New Bush Fordhook Squash

Everybody knows the popular Fordhook Squash, which is j probably the best all-round squash grown. ‘The original Ford- My 4p, MLL zd hook is a rapid runner, growing twelve to fifteen feet and conse-

Me bllis quently requiring much space. Weare pleased to be able to NEW MAMMOTH PEA NUT. offer a new type of the popular Fordhco that grows in bush

‘form like the common Patty PanSquash. It is fully as productive as the old ff

Fordhook and can be planted more closely together. The fruit is identical in size, color'and quality, and like the old Fordhook they are equally valu- able for autu.m and winter use. NNoSquash grown is sosure to produce a good , crop as the Fordhook and none are better keepers. "They might be called an All-year-round Squash, as they may be used as soon as large enough, same as the Summer yarieties, and if allowed to ripen and stored in a dry place they will keep until the following June. Packet 10 cents; ounce’25 cents; 4 ounces 75 cents.

New Zimpfer Parsnip.

ahe original seed of this variety was brought over here by Germau gardeners from the Fatherland. Mr. Zimpfer, a market gardener, has grown this selected strain of seed for many years for his use only, always selecting the most perfect roots in all points for this purpose, until it is the purest stock, and grows the hand- somest long, white Parsnip of the many stocks we have ever tested. It is a splendid variety for market, especially where the roots are sold in bunches, being a much more desirable shape ; than any of the hoilow crown or cup varieties. 7 It is. sweet, smooth and very white. On our test grounds Iast season, this variety was decidedly

ties. “Packet 5 cents; ounce 10 cents; 4% pound 20 cents; pound 60 cents; postpaid.

Choice Fruits Ofered on pages 60 and

‘ 61 are unexcelled in pro- ductiveness and high quality.

NEW BUSH FORDHOOK SQUASH.

Extra Early Spanish Pea Nut

Ornamental Pepper.

A novel and beautiful pepper which i is classed among pot plants, yet witha fine sharp fla-

vor makes it valuable in the garden also. From the time these beautiful peppers form until they are fully grown they are a light yellowish cream color, as they begin to ripen they change, first to a clear canary color, then to orange, then again changing to pink or rose, varying from shade to shade ‘until they be- — VY come a vivid, shining scarlet. One of Nj these Pepper plants, with their dark green leaves, Sand hanging fullofcream, pink, yellow, rose and y red fruits is exceedingly beautiful. A plant bear- y ing dozens of peppers. showing 6 or 8 distinct ¥/ colors;is an object of great beauty. It isan excel-

lent pepper to use with mixed pickles. Price, 10 cents per packet of 150 seeds.

} New “Giant” Salsify.

For the first time we are glad to offer our cus- tomers an improved type ot the Sandwich Island Salsify or Oyster Plant, which we know will be re- ceived with delight from those who enjoy this valu- able vegetable. ‘There is no vegetable more rich and delicious than Salsify, the Oyster Plant. The soup and salad made from-the ‘*

than any other excepting, it may be our Wisconsin Golden.

ORNAMENT2L PEPPER. ‘New Giant’? have a more delicious flavor and finer quality

a mammoth size; is quite pace of excellent flavor, and exceptionally fine qualii).

No vege-

Sy ___ table excells the Salsify for soups; that is, if you are fond of oysters. The roots should Le taken

EC SS up about November first and packed in sand in the cellar which gives you access to thm any \ time during the winter.

Price, 10 cents per packet; ounce 20 cents; 4 ounces 600 cents postpaid.

ZG New Wisconsin Golden Salsity.

The introduction of the Sandwich Island Salsify caused a rapid gain in popularity for this

-—_—S\ excellent vegetable. It is superior tothe old common white sa‘sify, on account of its larger B= size, while the quality of the vegetable was not improved. Other vegetables of general use LN have multiplied varieties, but the Salsify has had but a single improvement until the advent BAW of the ‘‘Wisconsin Golden.” It was originated by a gentleman living in Southern Wisconsin. =A When prepared for the table this variety has a quality which for delicious flaver, extreme -——\ richness and tenderness, has been approached by neither of the old varieties. Its habit of Ww : growth is unlike the other varieties; the leaves are dark green in color, finely crimped and AA curled, and the roots have a slightly yellowish tinge. Packet 10 cents; ounce 25 cents.

=w : ga ES 2 Black Beauty Egg Plant. BA An extra early variety that Poeamnmend= itself to ail growers. .

The New Black Beauty, or Cherry Black, originated in South Jersey with a very enn trucker, who has grown it fora number of years. It combines in itself many characteristics which are very valuable in this vegeta- ZN ble. In the first place, it is very early, in fact the earliest good

market variety. By this we meanit is the earliest variety that grows to a good size suitable for market purposes. "Chen again, it is very desirable in color, being a jet black, much the color of the =~ . Black Pekin. Average weight, two to three pounds. It is dwarf- / S growing and bears its fruit close tothemain stem. ‘These Egg Plants would outsell the finest New York Purples even at the same time, but coming ten days to two weeks earlier they will readily GIANT SALSIFY. bring at least double the price. Packet 10 cts.; ounce 40 cts.

New Winter Lettuce “Ice Head.”’

Good winter Lettuce in spring is always a good paying thing for the market gardner, therefore any kind of improvement in this direction means an iiicrease in hisincome. ‘This winter Lettuce, which we offer here puts all the others into the background.

According to many years trialit proved unsurpassed with regard to winter hardness, § 3 and in size and firmness it undoutedly exceeds all others and is equal in size to the well 4 known Stubbornhead kinds. To proveits firmness it was necessary last year to cut the 3: heads open with a knife in order to let them run into seeds, the color of the heads is a nice yellow one and the taste a most excellent one. To anyone who plants winter lettuce this novelty will no doubt prove of great interest. Packet 15 cents; 2 packets 25 cents. :

Burpee’s ‘Brittle Ice’? Lettuce.

This New Lettuce vas first offered last season. ‘The plants grow toa very large SIZey, fully -as large as the New York or Wonderful, are lighter i in coloring and much sweet- er and milder in flavor, thus making an excellent variety. In good soil, with ordi- « nary cultivation, the plants grow twelve inches across and make large closely folded = heads fully eight inches across. The large outer leaves area light green and grow = closely about the head. ‘The large heads are slightly flattened at the top and close- ly folded, so that the interior leaves are blanched to a pure white. Packet 10 cents; ounce 25 cents; 2 ounces 40 cts.

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The Templin Co., Calla, Ohio.

‘This valuable variety grows to

Try this new vegetable, for we know you will be more than pleased.

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Vegetable Seed Department.

Year b ear We have witnessed—witlf a pardonable degree of satisfaction—the rapid growth of our busi- b¢ y ness: especially our seed business. Our trade has, within a few years, grown from the sell- ing of a few hundred pounds of seeds to that of many tons. This almost phenominal growth gives to us evidence of two facts; that Templin’s *‘ Ideal ’’ Seeds grow and give satisfaction, and that our efforts to deal honorably and liberally with our patrons are being appreciated. Is secured entirely through p Include new varieties of recent in- Our Seed Trade this catalogue. Our lists of Our Novelties troduction all of which have been stock are very complete, containing nothing but the very | sufficiently tested to prove their sterling merit. We have best in every class, the *‘Cream”’ of all the ~ arieties in | always been careful and cautious in selecting novelties, cultivation. By a careful study of our catalogue it is | receiving none except from the most responsible houses. possible for our patrons to secure everything needed for | We endeavor to thoroughly test all new varieties. retain- the Orchard, Lawn, Flower Eeds, Kitchen Garden, Win- ' ing only such as prove their superiority to clder varieties, dow Garden or Conservatory, in one order. This is a } discarding old varieties only when they are superseded by great advantage, in the saving of express or freight | better varieties. Don’t fail to order Begonia **Templinii’’ charges; that would result if ordered from several differ- | and “‘Cardinal’’ strawberry you can’t get them elsewhere.

ent houses. We would like-to urge upon our Our Facilities Forty years or more of carefully Early-Orders. patrons the advantage of sending

* studying the handling, planting, | in Seed Orders asearly as possible. The advantageis growing, testing and improving of the various strains of | mutual; to you it means that you will have the seeds seeds, have put us ina position to readily comprehend | ready for immediate planting when the ground is first in the needs of our patrons. We have been rapidly adding | condition: which may mean that such cold climate plants to our facilities for handling seeds, until we have reached | as Lettuce, Peas and Radishes may be had ready for the a point where we have one of the largest seed houses in | table many days before your neighbors, less prompt in the state and are able to handle carefully, promptly and | ordering. ‘To usit means that your order can be filled efficiently allorders that may be entrusted to us. We] very promptly, fromastock not yet broken by weeks of last year sent goods into fully 60,000 homes. heavy trade, and avoids the rush in mid-season.

OUR GUARANTY.

Weexercise the greatest possible care to have all seeds true to name, strictly fresh and of the strongest germinat- ing power, but there are conditions bearing upon success with seeds that are entirely beyond our control. For ex- ample: Moisture and heat, and the exclusion of light and air are all necessary to the healthy, prompt and perfect germination and growth from seeds, also the nature and thickness of covering, conditions of weather after planting. &c. All this greatly effects the result. Against unavoidable conditions we cannot guarantee success. However. We guarantee that our seeds are fresh, and that under favorable conditions the per cent. stamped on the back of each packet will grow. Should they prove otherwise, we will upon satisfactory proof, replace them free of cost to the purchas- 7 or refund the price paid, for which amount only will we be held responsible.

“IDEAL SEEDS.” Three Points Worthy of Your Attention:

WE ARE THE ONLY SEEDSMEN IN AMERICA PUT UP IN

Who state plainly in their catalogue just how many seed each packet will contain 1 9 O 5 = With most seedsmen the word “‘ Packet’’ is rather an indefinite quantity; it may ‘The seeds from which

mean many or few seeds. This is an important point to seed buyers. WE ARE THE ONLY SEEDSMEN IN AMERICA this packet was filled Who test all vegetable seeds and stamp the vesu/t of the test on the back of each have been packet, showing what per cent. will grow under proper conditions. See opposite. CAREFULLY TESTED WE ARE THE ONLY SEEDSMEN IN AMERICA Who stamp on the back of each packet the date showing that the seeds were put : up expressly for this seasons trade, and ave not old stock left over from other years. The result of which

test shows that under SEEDS DELIVERED BY MAIL. | oe beget) will Please remember, when considering the prices quoted on Vegetable and Flower grow. Seeds, by the packet, ounce, quarter-pound, pound, pint_and quart, we pay for pos-

tage and packing, and deliver to any postoffice in the United States.

1905. SEEDS BY EXPRESS OR FREIGHT.

To those ordering seeds in large quantities, when the distance is not too great, it will in many cases be cheaper to have them sent by express or freight. In such cases we will allow you to deduct 8 cents per pound and 15 cents per qua-t from our catalogue prices, except from varieties on which we have already quoted express prices; these are net prices. The purchaser to pay charges.

CONCERNING QUANTITY IN if PACKE 3} The custom of offering Seed in “‘Packets” and not giving A the amount in the packet has always seemed to us as er- roneous; the term “Packet” being like the “X’’ in an Algebraic problem, “* An unknown quantity.” The groce: at the corner sells you a ““Package” of coffee on which is printed the weight. The farmer sells his customer a “‘Gallon” of maple syrup, which must be ofstandard weight. The merchant sells a spool 0’ thread, on which thereis a guar- anty as to quantity, while seedsmen seils youa “Packet” of seeds and you don’t know what quantity to expect. Seedsmen know just what the seed cost them and how much profit they must make toinsure stability tc their busi- ness. After determining just the quantity they can afford to give in the 10 cent or 15cent packet, why not’ give the patrons the benefit of knowing what they get for their money. You will bear in mind when placing your order that we state plainly in our catalogue just the quantity of seeds each packet will contain, which we believe to be equal to ifnot greater than the amount offered by other seedsmen. CONCERNING PRICES AND PREMIUM While it is our intention to conduct this business along sub- §! stantially the same lines as the former management, we de- sire tosay that we do not offer, so called, Free Premiums for the selling of our seed, neither do we favor the policy of offering seeds at a price of from 5 to 20 cents per packet and then offering ““Special Discounts,” etc.. thus trying to induce the patron to order more than needed in order to avail himself of these inducements. We delieve that all of the special discounts, premiums, etc., should be arranged for in the first price of the seeds, thereby giving the pur- chaser seedsfor the price sent, not premiums. In arranging our schedule of prices we have endeavored to make them as low asis consistent toinsure the stability of our business. In other words we give you as many seeds as can be given for the price paid, and offer you no special premiums or inducements, you therefore pay for what yot zet and get what you pay for. We not only do the best we can in the filling of your orders but strive todo better than any one else. We are confident we can satisfy you; if we don’t we will return your money.

ofthe seed. We sell thousands of roots each year and rarely have any complaint,

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Select List of Vegetable Seeds.

I THE following pages we give a carefully selected list of Standard varieties of Vegetables, that have been thor-

oughly tested and are all found to be of sterling merit. On our test grounds we test hundreds of varieties, care-

fully comparing their relative merits. In this Way we learn to know the worthy varieties and discard those that

do not prove satisfactory. Should any of the following varieties prove unsatisfactory, we will consider it a favor if you will write us, as we want to handle only THE BEST and discard those that will not satisfy our patrons.

_ IF OUR SEEDS PLEASE YOU, TELL OTHERS; IF NOT, TELL US.

By carefully selected illustrations and accurate descriptions, we have endeavored to give our patrons a fair con- ception of the varieties we offer, and we are determined to send just what you order. ~ While our list of varieties may not be quite so large as in some catalogues, we can assure you that they are the “‘cream”’ of the entire list offered by seed growers. There is really not a single variety that will not, with proper treatment, give satisfactory results.

TESTING SEED When weceived from the grower we take a sample of each variety and plant them in our

I propagating bed. We note the per cent. that germinates. If any variety fails to give good results, we discard it and order the same variety from another dealer, until we get satisfactory results. The result is printed on the back of seed packet, before filling. Weare the oniy seedsmen in America who give the germinating quality of seeds. Our catalogue also shows the quantity of seedeacn packet contains.

ARTICHOKE.

As a table vegetable the Artichoke deserves to be more generally cultivated. The Globe Artichoke is cultivated for its flower heads, which are used before they open and cooked in much the same way as Asparagus. Plants set in any good soil with slight covering in winter will produce the edible (jf ‘flower heads for sev*sal years. Start seed in border and set Op plants four feet eo.n way. Packet 5cents; ounce 25 cents.

_ ASPARAGES

Each packet of Asparagus Seed will contain 1-2 of an ounce.

The Asparagus is one of the earliest and most delicious of all early garden veget- -ables, and no other vegetable is more easily grown. It is becoming universally popular. Our new book, ““The Family Garden,” gives detailed instructions how to prepare, plant and care for the Asparagus bed. ‘This information alone is well worth the price of the book. "The book will be sent free with all cash orders to the amount of $1.00 or more.

Giant Argenteuil Asparagus.

This is a most promising new variety that is attracting much attention. It grows toa remarkably large size, being much larger than Conover’s or Palmetto. It is in great favor in some sections of the South, where it is regarded as distinctly superior to all other varieties. It sells in the New York market at $1.00 or more per dozen bunches higher than the standard varieties. Wecan supply seed of this mag- nificent variety. Should be in every garden. % ounce packet 10 cents: ounce 15 cts.

Conover’s Colossal. _ Barr’s Mammoth.

The standard old variety. Probably One of the best. The stalks are very more largely grown than any other. Un-| large, sometimes an inch in diameter, surpassed in productiveness and quality. | retaining their thickness well to the top. No mistake will be made in planting this | They grow quickly and are tender and

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variety. _% oz. pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts. succulent. Always brings the highest price in the market. 22 ounce packet Columbian B cents; ounce 10 cents.

Mammoth White. Palmetto.

A distinct variety of strong, vigorous The plants are very strong. and vigor- growth, producing very large white shoots | ous in growth, producing. large, thick, that, in favorable weather, remain white ; dark green shoots, with a distinctly

ih) until 3 or 4 inches high, or as long as fit for | pointed head or tip, as contrasted with

Z | All| use. Market gardeners and others grow-| the rounded head of the othe1 large-

We | MM ing for canners Will find this a very profit- stalked varieties. A very. desirable va- PALMETTO. able variety to grow. % oz. 5c.; 0Z. 10c. | riety. /2 02. packet 5cts.; oz. 10 cts.

ASPARAGUS ROOTS.

A gain of one to two years’ time iseffected by planting Asparagus roots instead

Si mn ij is W sw book, ‘The Family Garden,”’ for They are-easily grown in this way- See our new | “Tt full instruction in growing Asparagus. Sent {ree with every $1.00 order for seeds.

: , 5 pele he ihe ffer fine one-year-old roots of the following choice varieties: Conover’s Colos- 4 SARA io i 1X a eee ope Sa and Palmetto. These plants, if carefully planted and cared Bilge. ZN fore will produce most excellent results; a few growths would be cut the second year. [@pAgs iS RG 4) ik LIQ Price, by mail, postpaid, 12 for 20 cents? 25 for 35 cents; 50 for 60 cents. By express, h , INS OS not prepaid, 100 for 60 cents; 500 for $2.75; 1000 for $5.00. SDs ‘ A rO-¥ *s Colossal and Palmetto. (WH

ls ffer strong, two-year-old roots of Conover’s t These are Bane plantssand will, of course, give fairly good return the second season k », from planting. Price, by mail, postpaid, 1? for 25 cents: 25 for 60 cents; 50 for $1.00. By express, not prepaid, 50 for 50 cents; 100 for 85 cents: 500 for $4.00. ASPARAGUS ROOTS.

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GREEN POD VARIETIES,

CULTURE.—About the first cf May select a warm, dry, sheltered spot: dig and manure slight- ly; make drills 2 inches deep and 18 inches to2 feet apart; drop the beans 3 inches apart in the drills, and cover not more than 2 inches deep.

Each packet of Beans will contain two ounces, sufficient to plant about 20 to 30 hills. Prices by the peck or bushel do not include delivery, but must be sent by ex- press, not prepaid.

Burpee’s Stringless Green Pod.

A valuable new extremely early green pod stringless bush bean, introduced by Burpee. In habit of growth, it is similar to the popular Val- entine, but develops pods to edible condition 3 to 4 days earlier, or in about 30 days from germina- tion. It is very productive, bearing beautiful, Straight, smooth, tender, green pods in the great- est profusion, which are always absolutely string- less, breaking off as short as pipestems. Ina word, this variety is generally considered one of the most desirable all-round green podded varie- ties now grown. We sell more of this variety than of any other two varieties. Packet 8 cents: % pint 15 cents: pint 25 cents; quart 40 cents; post- paid. By express, quart 25 cents; 4 quarts 90 cents: peck $B75.

Extra Early Refugee.

The pods of this strain are_equally as tender and fine in flavor and the plants equally as pro- ductive as the popular and well known Refugee, or 1000 tol. They have the additional merit of producing fine pods ten days or two weeks earlier. Pods are smooth and ofa ligkt green color. Pkt. 5cts.: % pint 12 cts.; pint 20 ets.; quart 35 cts.; potspaid. By express, qt.25c.; 4 qts. 75c.; peck $1.40

Improved Extra Early Red Valentine.

This is a decided improvement on the popular old Red Valentine, being fully a week earlier. The plant is of healthy, ro- bust habit; pods about four inches long, quite round, fleshy, brittle, free from strings and of excellent quality. Itisa universal favorite for the home garden, and one of the most profitable for the market gardener, ripening the entire crop uniform- ly early. Packet 5cents; % pint 15 cents: pint 25 cents: quart 40 cents: postpaid. By express, not prepaid, quart 25 cents; 4 quarts 75 cents, peck $1.40.

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Early ncaa Pod Six Weeks.

A most excellent green podded snap bean. Not only extra early, but wonderfully vigorous and heal- thy, and productive of large, round, tender, fleshy green pods which are free from strings. The dry beans are large, oval, light creamy-yellow in color. A favorite with market gardeners. One of the most desira- ble both for market and home useif the pods are gathered young. Pkt. 5cents; % pint 15 cents; pint 25 cts.; quart 40 cents: postpaid. By ex- press, quart 25 cents; 4 quarts 90 cents; peck $1.60.

Field Shell, or Soup Bush Beans.

White Marrowfat. This is the standard white Soup Bean that you can buy in any grocery store. The beans are somewhat larger than the Dwarf White Navy, and are slightly oval. Very early and productive. Packet 5 cents: ‘2 pint 12 cents: pint 20 cents: postpaid. By express, quart 20 cents; 4 quarts 50 cts.; peck 90 cts.

Boston Small Pea Bean.

The beans are somewhat smaller than the Marrowfat but ripens earlier. Wonderfully productive; pods are small and slender, each containing about six small pearly white beans. Is also called Dwarf White Navy Bean. Price same as Marrowfat.

SWEET CORN, Est sesso was another disaster

* ous year for sweet corn and there will be a limited quantity of most varieties. However, if you will write us Stating quantity and variety wanted we will gladly quote SOUP BEANS. you in peck and bushel lots,

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BEANS.

GOLDEN PODDED VARIETIES.

\ Rust Proof Golden Wax.

A strong grower, with remarkable vigor and freedom from rust. Pods meaty and well filled, broad-flat when young, and semi-round later; a rich yellow, fine quality, and entirely stringless, even when large enough to shell. Ii pods are picked as fast as formed the plant continues to furnish a bountiful supply for an unusually long season, and is practically ever- bearing until frost. Pkt.6 cents: % pint 15 cents; pint 25cts.; quart 40cts. By express, qt. 25cts.; 4qts. 90cts.; pk. $1.75; bu. $6.75.

Prolific German Black Wax.

An improved strain of Black Wax. Dwarf bushy growth and very prolific. ‘This is the earliest maturing waxpodded variety. Pods : = == 4 to 5 inches in length, usually curved, quite RUST PROOF GOLDEN WAX. round, meaty, brittle and entirely stringless:

PROLIFIC GERMAN BLACK WAX.

Piss r deep golden yellow; of excellent flavor. Pkt. New Davis Ve ax Bean. 5cents; % pint 15 cents, pint 25 cents. By

At last we have an enormously productive wax pod- | ©XPTress, quart 25 cents; 4 quarts 80 cents; ded Bush Bean, having clear white seed. Pods long, | Peck $1.50; bushel $5.00. straight and handsome; ‘vine very vigorous, rustproof

and productive. After giving this variety a thorough W ardwell’s Kidney Wax.

trialin our trial grounds we consfder it the best white

seeded Wax Bean grown. Pkt, 5cts. % pint 15 cts.; ‘This is one of the earliest, hardiest and most

pint 35cts.:; quart 40 cts., By express, not prepaid, | productive of all Wax Beans. One of the most

quart 25 cents; 4 quarts 80 cents; peck $1.40. valuable points in its favor is that it is almost entirely tree from rust, and invariably strong:

Burpee’ S Saddleback WV aX. and healthy. ‘The pods are long and of a deli-

- Strong, bushy growth, 15 inches in height. Pods | cate waxy-yellow, assuming its color at a very long, nearly straight, well rounded, and so meaty as | eatly Stage ofits growth. The mature beans to be Ssaddle-backed, Or creased. Pods are so fleshy | are large, kidney-shaped, pure white with that the space between the beans is solid meat with- | dark markings around the eye. Not onlya jut any open space, Extremely brittle, always string- | first-class snap bean, but equally valuable for less, ertra productive, rich golden yellow. Pkt. 10c.;| dry sheli beans in winter. These are of good ¥% pint 20 cts.; pint 30 cts.; quart 50cts., postpaid. quality and always command a ready sale,

: Elis making the variety one of the most profitable for the market-gardener. Matures with the Rust Proof Golden Wax, but we do not consider it quite equal. However, many gardeners prefer this va- riety to allothers. Pkt. 6 cts.; % pt. 15cts.; pt. 25 “ cts.; qt. 90c. Express; qt. 25c; 4 qt. 90c.; pk. $1.75.

Three Select Dwart or “ae Lima Deans,

=ular. ‘They areof true bush form, grow- -ing only 15 to 20 inches high, and are fully 2===—= 7? weeks earlier than the climbing Limas.

— s Dwarf Bush Lima.

This” “Bush ‘Lima grows in compact bush form. Wonderfully prolific, although the ee are not so large as Burpee’s.. They make up in quality what they lackin size. Itis at least two weeks earlier than any of the climb- ing Litvas;-and ‘produces continuous crop from the time it comes into bearing until frost, and being enormously pro- ductive, a very Small patch will keep a family supplied with this splendid vegetable throughout the season. A fine variety for market gardeners. Packet 5cents; % pint 15 cents; pint 25 cents; quart 45 cents, postpaid. a express,

quart 30 cents; 4 quarts $1.00; peck $1.80. Burpee’s Dwart Bush Lima.

This variety is universally conceded to be altogether unique. It is the first and only true bush form of the luscious large Lima Bean.. It is an immense yielder, each bush bearing from 50 to 200 of the handsome large pods, well filled with very large Beans. As large.as the common Lima, and equal to it in every respect. Enormously productive. Dw arf bush form, growing only about 18 inches high. Pkt. 8cts.; % pint 15cts.; pint 25c.; at. 40c.; postpaid. By express, qt. 25c:; 4 ats. 90c. pk. $1.65: bu. $6.25.

Dreer’s Dwarf Bush Lima.

A dwarf variety of the Dreer’s Improved Lima; very prolific, single plants often procucing from 150 to 200 pods. _ ‘The Beans grow close together in the pods, producing 3 to 4 and sometimes 5in a pod, and are thick, sweet and succulent. Pkt. 8 cents; % pint 15-cents: pint 25 cents; quart 40 cents, postpaid. By express: quart 25 cents; 4 quarts 90 cents; peck $1.75,

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POLE BEANS.

CULTURE.—The Pole or Running varieties are tender, and should be sown two weeks later than Bush Beans. They succeed best in sandy loam, which should be liberally enriched with ma nure. Form hills3to4feet apart: plant 5 to6 Beans in a hill. 2 inches deep, leaving space in centre for the pole: whepr we!! started they should be thinned to 2 or 3 plants in a hill.

Each packet of Pele Beans wil contain 2 ounc.s, anc will plant iS to 20 hills. A pint will plant about 100 hills.

Lazy Wite Pole Bean.

The pods are produced in great abundance and measure from 6 to 8 inches in length; they are broad, thick, very fleshy and entirely stringless. The pods retain their rich, tender and stringless qualities until nearly ripe, and are unsurpassed in ail stages. Each pod contains 6 to 8 round, white Beans, which make excellent winter shell Beans. They are late to mature, but are valuable to extend the season. Thisis an excellent Bean and is sure to give satisfaction. Pkt. 5cts.; }¢ pint 15 cents; pint 25 cents; quart 45 cents: postpaid. By express, quart 30 cents; 4 quarts 90 cents; peck $1.50; bushel $5.75.

Golden Champion Wax Bean.

This is one of the finest of all Pole Beans. The pods are long, cylindrical, bright golden-yellow, fieshy, stringless and exceed- ingly productive, the pods being borne in long clusters. Very desirable for using in the pods like the dwarf Snap Bean: also may be used as a winter shell Bean. Packet 5 cents; ' pint 15 cents; pint 25cents; quart 40 cents. By express, quart 25cts.; Os 4 qts. 85 cts.: peck $1.65; bushel $6.25, ‘===.

Kentucky Wonder, or Old: Hociesizad:

We can recommend this as one of the earliest and most satisfactory of all Green Poddeé Pole Beans, and unsurpassed for using in the green state. “It is enormously productive the long, silvery green pods hanging in great clusters from top to bottom of the pole. W hil: young the pods somewhat resemble the popular old Refugee. ‘This is the best and mos profitable Bean for the market gardener, the pods being so showy and produced so abun dantly. Packet Scents: 4 pint 15cents; pint 25 cents: quart 40 cents, postpaid. B: express, quart 25 cents. 4 quarts 85 cents; peck $1.65; bushel $6.25. :

White Creaseback, or Best of Aff.

One of the earliest Green Podded Pole Beans.: Exceedingly pro- 2 ductive and of fine quality. The handsome green pods grow from %& 5to6 inches long, perfectly round with a crease in the back, henc the name. ‘The pods are entirely stringless, very fleshy and o. superb quality. Pkt. 5cts.; % pint 15cts.: pint 25 cts.: quart 40k. By express, quart 25 cts.; 4 quarts 80 cts.;: peck $1.40; bushel $5.50.

Mammoth Podded Horticultural Pole. (SPECKLED CRANBERRY.)

An improvement on the old Horticultural Pole, the vines, pods and Beans being much larger. The Mammoth pods are striped ° and splashed with bright crimson and are excellent for table use in green state. The Beans are marked similarly to the pods and ar. of immense size and finest quality. Pkt. 5cts.: % pint 15 cts.: pint 25cts.; qt. 40cts. By express, qt. 25cts.: 4 qts. 90 cts.:-peck $1.75.

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Two Select Pole Lima Beans. Siebert’s Extra Early.

Very productive; yield is enormous. The green shelled Bean; are of immense size, tender and succulent. In earliness, ease of shelling, size, beauty and quality of the green Beans, this variety is farin advance of all other sorts. It is recognized as the best of all the Limas for either the garden or market. Pkt. 8cts.: % pint 20 cts.; pint 35c., postpaid. By express, quart 30c.; 4 qts. $1.00; pk. $1.75.

King of the Garden.

; This isone of the largest podded and most / “4 productive of all Large Limas. It is the result / e of 20 years’ selection by a successful market £ gardener, and far surpasses in size and pro- fj ductiveness any other variety. ‘The pods usually contain five to seven Beans of most excellent quality. The vines grow vigorously, setting the Beans early, at the bottom of the pole, and continue bearing until frost. Price, 8 cents per packet; % pint 20 cents: pint 35 ; cents, postpaid. By express, quart 35 cents; KENTUCKY WONDER 4 quarts $1.10; peck $2.00. KING OF THE GARDEN.

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Select Table Beets.

CULTU RE.—Seed may be sown as soon as ground can be gotten in proper condition in March and April. For Table Beets sow ia drills 18 inches apart and thin to stand 2 to3 inches apart in the rows. One ounce will plant 100 feet of Drill; cover seed lightly. The round, turnip shaped are best for early and summer; the half long kinds for late. A light loamy soil is best for all beets. The ground should be kept well tilled to encourage continuous gowth and keep dow the weeds.

Edmand’s Early Turnip.

This splendid Beet originated in Massacuhsetts. It is most thoroughly fixed and uniform in type, being handsome, round in shape, always smooth and of good marketable size. It grows a small neat bronze-red top, hence can be vlanted closely together. Skin and flesh dark blood red, very tender and sweet. Market gardeners who grow Beets for bunching will be pleased with this variety. Packet 5 cents; 10z 10 cents; 4 lb 20 cents; 1 lb. 60 cents.

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This new Beet is highly recommended. ‘The roots are of neat turnip-shape with smooth skin and deep blood red, tender flesh, JReady for use very early; \\ of uniform, even growth. Compared with standard varieties, Columbian has re proven the earliest and best in quality. Packet 5 cents; 1 0z. 10 cents; % Ib. \ IS 25 cents; 1lb. 75 cents. Postpaid.

Early Eclipse.

This is one of the earliest and handsomest 3eets grown. It is remarkable not only for its wonderfully quick growth, bu: for its uniform perfect shape, and the smallness of its top. It is always perfectly smooth, and round in shape; skin and flesh blood red, flesh fine grammed, erisp and sweet. It ma- EARLY ECLIPSE BEET. tures early and is popular both for market and the !iome garden. We sell more seed of Eclipse than of any other va- z riety. ‘The most popular variety iv cultivation. Packet 5 cents; 1 oz. 10 cts.; 4% lb 40 cts.;11b. 60 cents. Postpaid.

Long Blood Red. ow i «e

One of the best for winter use. ‘Chey are always smooth and handsome, and their rich dark flesh is very sweet, crisp and ten- der, of high table excellence, retaining their sweet flavor throughout the season. Scents gag

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per pkt.; 10 cents per oz.: 15 cents per % Ib.; 50 cents per lb. Postpaid.

Early Yellow Turnip.

This variety is of early maturity. being one of the first to produce roots for garnish- ing, and is unsurpassed forsweetness. Both skin and flesh are a bright, light yellow. 10 cents per pkt.; 15 cents per oz.; 35 cents per % Ib.; 90 cents per lb.

Early Bassano.

A very early flat variety of Beet, of high ; yy) table excellence. It has white and vose col- : ra = ored flesh, arranged inalternaterings. Itis LONG BLOOD RED BEET. tender, juicy and sweet. The leave; are sometimes used for greens. A very desirable variety to force for early market, especially where Beets are sold in bunches.’ Packet 5 cents; 10 cents per ounce; % Ib. 15 cents.

, W/, Crosby’s Improved Egyptian.

Ue jf) jp, very superior strain of Blood-Red Egyptian, carefully

, Yi selected for years by Mr. Crosby, a noted market-gard- jy

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ener, whose aim was to secure a perfect forcing variety. | The results: obtained were handsome form, good size, small tops, very small tap root, fine quality, and above all, quick rapid growth. Desirable shape, not quite so flat asthe ordinary Egyptian, nor so round as the Eclipse. © Takes on its turnip shape very early, a decided advan-— tage for forcing for real early market, and especially fora market where Beets aresold in bunches. Being a rapid grower it may be sown outsideas late as July. Preferred

to all others for forcing in frames. Price, 5cents per pkt:; 10 cents per 0z.; 20 cents % lb.;60 centsrerlb. Postpaid. |

“Ideal” Table Beet.

We were especially pleased with this new table Beet as grown on our trial grounds last season, along with about 25 other varieties. In shapeitis round, Somewhat resem- bling the popular Crosby’s Egyptian. Color, brilliant blood red. Fleshcrisp and tender and of excellent quality. | The top is small ascompared with scme other varieties. | We do not hesitate to recommend the “‘Ideal’? Table Beet far table or market. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 20cts.; 4 Ib. 50ctse

NOTE. Each packet of Beets will contain I-2 oz., | CROSBY’S EGYPTIAN BEET. sufficient for about 30 ft. of drijl. 6 to 8 Ibs. pera. |

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~ Select Sugar Beets.

CULTURE.—There is nocrop grown by farm- ers that is so valuable for feeding stock and poul- try during winter as Mangels and Sugar Beets. Five to eight tons can be easily grown on one acre; entire crop is perfectly digestible, there being no waste, as in cornstalks and other coarse fodder. With dairy cows the flow of milk is largely in- creased and the quality much improved. When planting sow in rows «2 tc 3 feet apart, and thin to stand 6 to 8inches apart in the rows. We have grown them to weigh 20 to 25 pounds each. Use6é to 8 pounds on an acre.

Imperial Sugar.

Many prefer the Sugar Beet, as they are much richer in sugar, therefore their feeding value is greater than that of the larger growing Mangels; while others grow the Mangels because they grow larger and more uniform. The Imperial Sugar is considered the best of its class to grow for stock, being more uniformly large and smooth than most varieties of Sugar Beets. We would suggest that you try both classes and test their relative mer- its. 1oz.10cts.: % Ib. 15cts. 35cts. per lb.: by mail, postpaid. By express 25 cts.; 5 Ibs. for $1.00.

Danish Dairy.

Cattle Sugar Beet. A valuable new and distinct strain which we procure direct from the introducer in Denmark. The roots grow to very large size and heavy weight. ‘They are extremely rich in sugar, hence of superior value to dairy cattle, promoting an increased flow of rich milk; Has produced more than five tons of roots to the acre. Flesh pure white and very sweet; skin white, flushed pink. 1 oz. 10 cts.; % lb. 20cts.; 1 Ib. 50 cts., by mail, postpaid. By express, 40 cts. per lb.; 5 Ibs. for $1.50, not prepaid.

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Mammoth Long Red. Golden Giant.

Golden Giant, or Yellow Leviathan. One of the most de- sirable varieties, and the largest yellow Mangel, having been grown to weigh 30 pounds. Color, russety yellow: 'even shape and smooth skin; grows well above ground and therefore easily pulled. Produces enormous crops and is an -xcellent keeper. You will make no mistake in ee peter. peace by cattle. Price, 10 cts. per : ; artes See hoes oz.; A lb. 15 cts.; 1 lb. 35 cts., pos id. By express, not name, in order to sell it. We believe in giving varieties) prepaid, 1 lb. 25 cts.; 2 Ibs. 45 Sea $1.00. Pees their true name. If you prefer a red variety

sou will make no mistake by ordering this one.

Pisce per ounce, 10 cents; % pound 15 cents; _ Golden ‘Tankard.

35 cents per pound, postpaid. By express, ee The best yellow Mangel in cultivatin. A distinct and valu- cents per pound: 5 pounds for $1.00, not prepaid. | ,hie yellow-fleshed variety which contains a larger percentage of sugar and more nutritive matter than any cf the red-skinned sorts. It has already taken the Icad of other varieties in Eng- land, and is more relished by milch cows and sheep than any other. In

shape it is almost cylindrical. It is

very easily pulled, and yields an enor-

mous bulk on good land: can be grown

quite close together in narrow rows.

Price 10 cts. per oz.; % 1b. 15 cts.; per - Fees, see 3 y Ib., 35 cts., postpaid. By express, 25

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An enormous yielder; 1200 to 1500 bushels have fre- quently been grown on an acre, single roots often weighing 15 to 20 pounds. ‘This is generally considered the best large red variety. The roots grow from one-half to two- thirds above the surface, and are frequently two feet or more in length by six inches in diameter. We.do not call it “Eiffel Tower,” ‘‘Gate Post,’’ or some other catchy

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Swiss Chard.

Silver Beet. This Beet is grown for its leaves only. The middle of the leaves or m:d-rib is cooked and served like Asparagus. ‘The other. portion of the leaf may be caten like Spinach. = Sowseed in the spring in drills a foot = apart. Does not make a large root, , but is delicious for “greens”? when cut & young, or when matured and used in * the manner already described. One i QW: : fond of dandelion, dock, etc., cannot W SS WWW \

—= help but appreciate this valuable veg- SAM eUrrce AAD. AD cIT.WER REET etable. Price, 5cents per packet. GOLDEN TANEKARD.

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SELECT CABBAGE.

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CULTURE.—Cabbage requires dee», rich, mellow soil to obtain fine solid heads. For eariy use sow seeds of the early kinds in the hot-bed or in a box in the house the last of February and transplant in the open ground in April, in rows 2 feet apart and 18inches in the row. Forsecond early, sow in April, and transplantin May. For late, sow in May and transplantin July. In transplanting it isimpor- tant that plants be set down to the first leaf, so that the stem may not be injured in case of frost. Becareful not to cover the heart of the plant. ‘To prevent splitting or burst- ing push them over sideways, which breaks some of the roots and checks its growth. For Cabbage Worm use Slug Shot. One ounce of seed produces about 2,50€ plants. Four ounces will grow enough plants to set an acre.

EARLIEST OBLONG-HEADED VARIETIES. Early Winningstadt.

This is one of the best known and popular of all the early varieties. In season it closely follows Wakefield. Heads EX PRESS. medium large, and pointed. One of the handsomest of all

Cabbage. An excellent second early variety. In fact, many prefer it to all other early varieties. Another valuable feature in this popular variety, is, that if sown late, it is an excellent fall and winter Cabbage. Packet

5 cents; ounce 15 cents; %4 ound 45 cents; pound $1.50. :

Extra Early Express.

We place this variety first, because on our grounds it is the first to mature, and we note that Seedsmen generally claim it to be the earliest variety grown. It was first introduc- ed by Maule of Philadelphia, about fifteen years ago, and still retains its place at the head of the extra early varieties. Other Seeds- men may have extra early sort that by care- ful nursing might beatit a few minutes, but as above stated, the general verdict is that Early Express is the earliest. It forms solid, compact conical heads of medium size, and while not quiteso large as Wakefield, it ma- tures Several days earlier, which makes it de- sirable for early market. Price, packet 5 cts.: ounce 15 cts.; % Ib. 50cts.; Ib. $1.50. Postpaid.

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“Ideal” Early Jersey Wakefield.

‘There is more Wakefield Cabbage Seed sold annually than of _ all other Early varieties combined; and if we include Wakefield seed that is sold under other names, the proportion would be much greater. ‘This fact proves beyond ques- tion that itis the best Early Cabbage in cultivation. It forms fine solid heads of good size, conicalin shape, with very few outside leaves, and of the best quality. We offer this as the earliest strain of this standard variety. Grown only from se- lected heads. Our strain is remarkably pure; warranted to give Satisfaction. On our grounds every plant produced large . conical, perfect heads. We commenced using it June 15th and by 4th of July there were solid heads, weighing 4 to5 pounds, Packet 5cents; ¥% ounce 15 cents; ounce 25cents; 4 lb. 75 cents; pound $2.50.

Early Etampes.

This popular extra early Cabbage ma- tures between Early Express and Wake- field. It is an old variety that still re- tains its place among the best early vari- eties. Heads of medium size, oblong, rounded at the top; solid and’ firm and seldom fails to produce good heads of fine quality.- Packet 5cents; ounce 15 cents: Y% pound 45 cents.

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NOTE Each pkt. of Cabbage Seed will contain 1-8 ounce, sufficient to «- grow about 500 plants.

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EARLY ALL HEAD.

Henderson’s Early Summer.

This variety is deservedly popular among market gar- deners. It forms large, solid, round, flattened, compact heads of excellent quality. The heads average more than double the size of the Jersey Wakefield, while it matures only about two weeks later. The leaves turn into the heads so completely that they may be planted quite close. Packet 5 cents; 1% ounce 15 cents; 1 ounce 25 cents; 4 pound 50 cents; 1 pound $1.75.

Vandergaw, or All Seasons.

Originated by Mr. Vandergaw, a leading Sabbage grower of Long Island, and is also sent out under the name ‘‘All Seasons,”? which is quite appropriate, being admirably adapted for second early as well as fall and winter use. Foliage compact, glossy green, sometimes tinted with red. Heads are very large, thick, solid and flat. One of the best for general planting. Packet 5 cents: % ounce 15 cents; 1 ounce 25 cents: % pound 50 cents; 1 pound $1.75.

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- Early All Head.

The earliest of all large Cabbage, being nearly as early and fully one- third larger than the Early Summer, and therefore much more profitable to the market gardener. They are re- markably solid and uniform in color as well asin shape and size. The heads grow so free from spreading leaves that fully 1000 more heads to the acre can be obtained thgn usual with large Cabbage. As tenderness is the result of rapid growth, it surpasses all oth- ers in this respect. Itis really an a@//- the-vear-round- Cabbage, being equal- ly good for winter. This is be- coming one of the most popular early yarieties. Fora medium early, large heading variety, it probably has no equal. Price, 5 cents per packet; % ounce 20 cents; 1 ounce 30 cents: % pound 75 cents; 1 pound $2.50.

New Early Spring.

The earliest of all the flat-head vari- eties, the shape that is so popular in all the markets. Coming in just after the Wakefield and yielding one-third more than any other extra early vari- ety. Heads firmly at-an early stage of growth; leaves small, so that it may be planted closely. Of finest quality and unsurpassed for private or market gardens. Packet 10cents; % ounce 35 cents; 1 ounce 50 cents; 1 1b. $4.00.

EARLY SUMMER.

Newark Early Flat Dutch.

An old sort, but of unabated popularity. An excellent second early Cabbage, producing large, solid heads of uniform shape, flattened on top as shown in the illustration of Early Summer, and always making a handsome ap-

pearance. Fully developed heads frequently

measure 8 to10 inches across and weigh 10 to 12 pounds each. It alsois fine grained and of dainty flavor. It succeeds everywhere. Pkt. Scts.; % oz. 15cts.; loz. 25cts.; % lb. TS cts.

Early Varieties Mixed.

An equal mixture of all early varieties offered on this and opposite page. When only one packet of early Cabbage is wanted, we recommend this, as it gives a succession from extra early tolatesummer. Pkt. 5c; 3 for 10c.

Unquestionably the largest collection ever offered. Think of it! On One Hundred Named Sweet P eas. seed of each variety for only 10 cents, See pages 86 and 87 for description. .

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burpee’s Sure Head.

This popular late Cabbage, introduced by Mr. Burpee over twenty years ago, still retains its position as one of the most reliable varieties in cultivation. It produces large, round, flattened heads of the Flat Dutch type, and is remarkable forits sure heading qualities. The heads are remarkably uniform, very solid, firm and fine in texture, and with good cultivation will averare 101012 pounds each. It has but few

loose leaves, keeps well and is uns\irpassed for either the fam- * ily or market. Pkt. 5cts.3; oz. 20cts.; % Ib. 60 cts.; Ib. $2.25,

Fottler’s Improved Brunswick.

Also sold under the name of Fottler’s Short Stem Drum-_ head. A very popular late summer, or early winter variety. The earliest of all the large hard heading varieties of Drum- head Cabbage. It is of dwa:f, compact growth, the heads resting almcst directly on th. ground. ‘The outer leaves grow closely around the head. ‘The heads although flat are quite thick and uniformly solid. In quality the Improved Bruns- wick is all that could be desired, and many people grow it in prefercnce to all others. TPkt. 5c.3 oz. 15c.; 4 Ib. 45c.; Ib. $1.50.

The Famous Danish Ball-head.

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: EIU ISDS SIE AN BAN under the name of Hollander, Solid Emperor, etc., is becoming exceedingly popular. Very large quantities of this variety are imported annualiy and sold in our markets at much higher prices than our American varieties. ‘Che h-ads are medium size, perfecily round and exiremely solid; a head when trimmed being fully one-fourth heavier than any other variety of similar sive, and in qvality it has no equal

It has been found that by using the best imported seed it can be grown equally as willl re, although it requires richer soil and higher cultivation than our American varieties to grow it toperfection. Iti; anexcellent keeper. By pulling it up by the roots, trimming off the loose outer leaves and hanging it up in a cool c llar it will keep nicely untilspring. Pkt. 10 cents, ounce 30 cts.; 4 Ib. $1.00; Ib. $3.00.

Bridgeport Drumbhead.

Introduced by Mr. Vaughan, the Chicago seedsman, who claims it to be superior to all other Drumhead varieties: but IMMr. Lupton says his is the best, and Mr. Brill claims this honor for his World Beater. fowhat are we going to do about it? Buy a packet of each, and, after giving them a fair trial, you will be able to judge for yourself. Packet 5 cents; % ounce 15 cents; 4% pound 50 cents; pound $1.75.

Late Stonehead.

This» is a superb sure-heading winter Cabbage of most dis- tinct type. The plants are of strong, sturdy growth; the head is Surrounded by a circle of large, rounded, blue green leaves. These leaves serve aS a Saucer to catch light rains or h:avy dews and deliver them around the stalk to the roots. The stem is short, and the large sclid heads are formed close to the ground. The heads are broad—“‘Ssolid as a stone’’—of distinctly rounded form. ‘The leaves composing the head are tightly feided, beau- tifully blanched, end of mild, Sweet flavor. From their great solidity, they keep well when stcred for winter use. Packet 10 cents; % ounce 15 cents; 4 pound 75 cents; pound $2.50.

Danish Roundhead.

This famous Cabbage was first introduced from Denmark three years ago, and our Danish-grown seed is unequaled. It is DANISH BALI-HEAD. highly esteemed for winter use by reason of the great solidity and excellent keeping qualities of the heads. Large

quantities of these Cabbages have been imported for spring sales from Denmark, and have proved most popular in ' our markets. It is aneasy matter to grow this same Cabbage in col locations in our own country, and we offer seed of the finest selected strain, which has been grown especially {er usin Denmark. Asa concensus of Teports received we feel safe in saying that, compared with the justly popu- lar Ball-head, the new Roundhead will average larger in pS \ size o heads and even harder~“‘rezular cannon balls in fy Dy 4 shape ‘nd hardness’’—while they are borne on short stems, being a week or two earlier in maturity. Every grower of | Danish Ball-head should give it a thorough comparative — trial. Packet 10 cents; ¥2 ounce 25 cents; 4 pound $1.00.

The Celebrated Lupton.

This fine new late Cabbage originated in a field of Flat Dutch grown by Mr. Lupton, the great Cabbage man of Long Island. In habit of growth it is between the Sure Head and the popular Flat Dutch, although more vigorous % than either, being particularly strong. The head is large and flat with the otter leaves covering it well across the top. Itis very large and solid and of most excellent quality. It is a splendid keeper, and tal ing it all together we con- sider it oneof the most desirable late varieties. Packet 5 cents; ounce 20 cents; 4 pound 60 cents; pound $2.00.

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World Beater. or Autumn King.

HIS grand late Cab- bage was originated by Mr. Prill, a pzom-

nent Cabbage specialist, f Long Island. It was named Autumn King, by Mr. Hendersen, and an- other seed=man catalogued it as World Beater, hence } the two nam’s. It is @ i very large variety, produc \ ing monstreus solid flat heads of excellent quality. Stem short, foliaze dark green, with a slitht red- dish tinge. In good soilit will produce heads of enor- mous size, but, of course, requires a lonser season for growth thando the smaller Varieties. We grow it every Season in our ovn gard-r, and always with the best results. 5 cents per pack- et; 32 ounc: i5cents; 4 pound 75 cents; 1 pound $2.25.

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Marblehead Mammoth.

No Cabbage is so ( Niver. ally grown as this, and for the rea- son that the secd may be own in the open ground and _ the young plants started withouc the use of hot-bed ; —hence it is the favorite with all people f)- general use. In our seed of this we have a Strain thatis reliabl> for heading: evenness of crop and size cannot be surpassed. Don»: be deceived by fancy names, but buy our seed under the plain title of “Premium Flat Dutch,” 1nd

If you want to take the premi- um at your fair, plant this vari- ety, as it grows toan enormous size: has Been grown to weigh 60 pounds, but is usually not so sol- id as smaller varieties. It isa universal favorite in the South, where it heads much better than other varieties. It is probably one of the most satisfactory varieties for warm latitudes. 5 cents per packet: % oz. 15 cts.: loz. 20cts.; % Ib. 50 cts.

you will get a first-class article. It is sufficient -to say that there : is no better Strain of seed on the market than we offer and you can make no : mistake by planting our seed. Scents per packet: Y% oz. 15 cts.:

Perfection Savoy.

: Has peculiar curled or crum- pled dark green foliage. ‘This is the hardest-headed and best of the Savors. Plants are of strong growth, with few outer leaves growing closely about the heads, which are solid and beautifully blanched, and of the finest quality. 5cents per packet: 3% ounce 15cents: % pound 50 cents; 1 pound $1.75.

Mammoth Red Rock.

This is, without doubt, the largest heading and finest quality of all the deep red varieties. In good 2 SOil the heads will average ten pounds: very dark

red from surface to centre: foliage also deep pur- < plishred. It is unsurpassed for pickling. 5cents Ss per packet; % oz. 15cts.;: % lb. 50 cts.; 1 Ib. $1.75.

Improved Large Late Drumhead.

NS Though an old variety it is very popular be. cause of its very large size and excellent quality. It grows with little outer foliage, the leaves all folding in closely, so that the largest number of heads can be raised on a given area. Heads are extra hard and very uniform in size. "The seed we offer are of a most excellent strain and are sure to give satisfaction. 5cents per packet: % ounce 10 cents; % pound 45 cents; 1 pound $1.50.

Late Cabbage Mixed.

Anequal mixture of all late varieties on this and the opposite page. If you need only one pack. et this will be a very satisfactory one to order,

IMPROVED LARGE LATE DRUMHEAD, Scents per packet; 3 packets for 10 cents.

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we CAULIFLOWER.

Success in growing this delicious vegetable depends largely on the quality of the seed you plant. ‘There is much Cauliflower seed sold that is not worth planting. "The best Cauliflower Seed is always very high in price. Weare very carefulin contracting for our supply of Cauliflower seed, and believe there is ‘‘ NoNE BETTER.”

Our New Book, “The Family Garden” tells all about how to grow Cauliflower successfully.

OUR “IDEAL” SNOWBALL.

The original Snowball Cauliflower was introduced by Peter Henderson a number of years ago, and it still holds

‘ts place as the most popular variety on the market.

The seed we offer is grown for us by a Cauliflower specialist, in

Denmark. It is the result of long and careful selection, and is, we believe, as fine a strain of Cauliflower as can be ‘ound anywhere. Itis not quite as early as Earliest Dwarf Erfurt, but produces uniformly, regular, even, close heads of large size. Whether for market or home use it can always be relied on. It is poor economy to buy cheap Cauliflower seed ; a few cents difference in the price of a packet of seed may mean many dollars difference in the crop produced. Buy only the best. Price per packet of 200 seeds, 15 cents each; 2 packets for 25 cents; 4 ounce 75 cents; ounce $2.50.

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Chicory.

Large Rooted or Coffee, Much used in Europe as a substi- tute for coffee. The leaves when blached are also ued asa

salad. ™% ounce packet 5cents; 1 ounce 15 cents.

Dandelion.

Everybody likes to gather Dandelion in early spring for greens, but why not grow the improved thick leaved garden variety, as it is a decided improvement over the common va- rieties. Sow the seed in drills in early spring and thin out to six inches in the row and keep well cultivated and free from weeds throughout the summer. The following spring it will be ready for use. The plants should be covered with alight mulch of hay or straw during the winter. Packet 10 cents;

ounce 40 cents.

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Earliest Dwarf Erfurt.

One of the earliest in cultivation: smallleaved, dwarf, for forcing or open ground, producing very solid pure white heads of the finest quality. It grows about fif- teen inches high, and in ordinary seasons every plant will produce a marketable head. Much dwarfer and somewhat earlier than Snowball. One of the best. Price 10 cents per packet of 200 seeds: % ounce 60 cts.

Favorite.

This is probably the best low priced Cauliflower on the market. We are told by our grower that large quantities of this variety are sold under the name of Snowball, Itis really a fine strain of Cauliflower, but the seed only costs us about half what we have to pay

for our ‘‘Ideal’? Snowball. If you want a good variety

at a low price, you will make no mistake by ordering the “Favorite.” Pkt. of 200 seeds, 5cts.; % oz. 40 cts.

DANDELION.

THE 6 CARDINA 3} Whatisit? It is the best Strawberry ever introduced, being the result of thirty year

u experience in growing strawberries by one of the most noted experimenters in Ohio Great size and vigor of plants, foliage large and healthful; fruit stalks tall and robust; exceedingly productive; frui cardinal red; large size: fine quality; very firm: unexcelled for canning. We purchased the originators entire stock and are prepared to offer it for the first time, in limi::d quantity, in the spring 1905. Write us for more information

Vegetable Department.

CARROTS.

Carrots are not only desirable for table use, but peo- ple are beginning to learn their great value for feeding stock. They are considered superior to Beets, ‘Turnips or Parsnips for this purpose: the Large White Belgian and New Mastodon are most val- uable. It is universally conceded that the fin- est Carrots are grown from seed imported from France. We therefore contracted with a lead- ing French grower tosupply us with the best Seed, and do not hesitate to guarantee our sced equal to the best on the market. . Our New Book, “THE FamMILy GARDEN” tells about sowing seed, culture, harvesting and storing Carrots. Each’ packet of Carrot seed contains one quarter ounce, sufficient for 40 to 50 feet

of drill. Three pounds willsow an acrein drills two feet apart.

Early Scarlet Horn.

‘The favorite extra early variety. Very early: color orange scarlet, fine grained and agreeable flavor. Tops small, has a short, stump-shaped root: grows wellin shallow soil. The best early )variety for table use. Packet 5cents; 1 ounce 8

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A popular standard variety of rich dark orange color.. | | Very smooth and_ handsome. in form half way between | } @xheart and the Long Orange, and wonderfully produc- | tween t } tive. Under special cultivation it has yielded from twen- | ing a ty totwenty-five tons per acre. Oneof the finest varie- | tiesincultivation. Packet 5 cents: ounce 8 cents; quarter | ed with little or no core. » pound 20 cents; pound 65 cents.

New Intermediaté or St. Vallery.

A fine late variety either for table use or field culture £45 forstock. It forms very large. symmetrical, smooth roots Zs about twelve inches long. Color deep orange and of excel-

4 lent quality. Tops small and roots of mammoth size. One of the best varieties for stock feeding. Packet 5 cts.3 ounce 8 cents; 4 ponnd 20 cents; pound 65 ccnts.

Improved Long Orange.

The most popular of the older sorts for field culture. The roots are very large, long and tapering: rich orangein color and free from side roots. One of the best winter sorts and largely grown for market and stock. Pkt. 5cts.; oz. 8cis.; % Ib. 15 cts.; 1 1b 65 cts.

Long White Belgian.

Roots of mammoth size. Grows one third above ground. .Color above ground green and below ground pure white. This variety is largely. grown for stock feeding. Wehave grown ofthis variety on a piece of - drained swamp land at the rate of a thousand bush- DANVER’S HALF LONG. els per acre. Pro ly no other green root crop will produce more feed, unless it be the New Mastodon Carrot. Will produce 300 to 500 bushels per acre. Packet 5cents; ounce 8 cents; quarter pound 15 cents; pound 50 cents.

New Mastodon Stock Carrot.

Fine for stock feeding. ‘This is the heaviest cropping Carrot grown, yielding more tons to the acre than any othersort. ‘The fleshis white, crisp and solid, very sweet in flavor and eagerly eaten bystock. It differs from White Bel- gian in shape, the roots being shorter and heavy at theshoulder. An important feature is that they are easily gathered and donot break in pulling or in storing. ‘Too much cannot be said of their size and pr ductiveness. The roots frequently measure twelve to eighteen inches in circumference. and eighteen to twenty tons is not an extravagant statement as to yield. We donot hesitate in recommending this vari- ety. Packet 5 cents; ounce 10 cents; 4 pound 20 cents; pound 65 cents.

CRESS or PEPPER GRASS.

An excellent flavoring forsalads. Of the easiest culture. Sow thick- ly in drills in early spring and atintervals throughout the season. Use while young and tender. Packet. 5 cents; ounce 10 cents.

DOUBLE CURLED CHERVIL

Tt is a hardy annual, worthy of more general use for flavoring and garnishing. More beautiful than parsley, and can be used to great advantage in beautifying dishes of meats etc. Pkt. 5cts.; oz, 10 cts,

A superb variety. | eents: ounce 8 cents: 34 pound =0 cents; pound 65 cents.

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This is one of the most popular and valuable varieties either for family use or market. ‘It is intermediate be- he Half Lonrand Short Horn varieties, attain- diameter of three to four inch+s at the neck. ways good shape and rich orange color.

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Rose Ribbed, cr Golden Rose.

This superb Celery, when ready for the table, is a beautiful light golden- yellow color, very distinctly streaked with pink. Itis a sport of the Golden Self- Blanching and possesses all the good points of its parent. It stands unrivaled among Celeriesin points of quality and beauty. It is unequaled in flavor by

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CHOICE CELERY.

Celery is one of the most delicious of all the salad vegetables. It has increased in popularity from year to year, until now no garden is consid- ered complete without a liberal supply of Celery. Our new book, “THE FAMILY GARDEN,” gives very complete instructions how to grow it suc- cessfully, also winter treatment, etc., which is worth more than the price of the book. Price 25 cents, or given free with a $!.00 order. You need it.

Golden Seli-Blanching.

There is probably more Golden Self-Blanching, Celery grown than of any other one variety. It is almost the cnly variety grown in the large Celery Swamps for supplying the early market. Within a few miles of us there is fully 150 acres of Celery grown alm-st in one continuous field, and fully 90 per cent. of it is Golden Self-Blz nching. It is of close, com- pact: habit, stalks solid and crisp. The foliage and stalks are of a rich golden-yellow color, and the readi- ness with which they are blanched makes it invaluable for carly family or market use. Price, packet 5cts.; oz. 25cts.; % Ib. 90cts.; 1b. $3.00.

White Plume.

Each year adds tothe popularity of this variety. Owing to its foliage being variegated with white, itina measure blanches itself without be- ing planted in a trench, by simply tying up the stems closely. It is usually grown as an early variety, although it is a good keeper upto the holiday season. It is of excellent quality, although we think it not quite equal to green and golden va- rieties, though it is much less ¢ *>uble to grow. Packet 5 cents: once 15 cents: % pound 40cts.; p und $1.50.

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Giant Dwarf Golden Heart.

A valuable new variety produced by careful selection from the popular Golden Heart. Itis ofsturdy, heavy, but dwarf habit: stalks thick, solid and of excel- lent quality; of a waxy golden-yellow when blanched, rendering it a most at- tractive and showy variety. Pkt. 5cts.; ounce 15cts.; % pound 40 cts.; lb. $1.25.

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: There is more gocd Celery x5'1§/ srown in the famous Kala- mazoo Celery Fields than anywhere else in the country. This valuable new vari- ety comes from this ise We KALAMAZOO. of its good qualities. It grows toa large size and when blanched the stems are cr. amy white in color. It is of quick growth and compact habit. ‘The outer ribs grow straight ard clos, without sprawling out as some varieties do. It is quite distinct in form and habit, as will b: seen from the illustration. Valuable for family === wuseor for the market. Packt 5cents; ounce i5

cents; % pound 40 cents; pound $1.-5.

“Ideal” Snowhite.

An exceptionally fine new variety of recent introduction. It is without a rival in purity of color, vigor of growth, ease of blanching, sive, richness of flavor, crispness ard purity. The originator says: “In 1901 I set 2,000 plants and found only one green stalk; in 1902, 6,000 plants, and every stalk was pure white.”? Pkt. 10 cts.; SZ ounce 40cents; 4% pound $1.50; pound $:.00,

Each packet of Celery Seed w I! contain 1-8 of an ounce, sufficient to grow 400 to 500 plants. 5 to 6 ounces for an acre,

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Giant Paschal .

This late variety of Celery is selected from the Gelden Self-Blanching. and adds to the general good qualities of its parent, superior keeping qualities. The stalks are very large, thick, solid, crisp and of a rich nutty flavor, free from any trace of bitterness: it blanches very easily and quickly, and retains its freshness a long time after being marketed. The heart is golden yellow and very full. For mid-winter and early spring use it cannot be excelled. . Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents; \% Ib. 40 cts., 1 Ib. $1.40.

Giant White Solid.

An excellent late variety, growing to ver, large size. The tall stalks are broad, very solid, and blanch pure white. Foliage dark, rich, healthy green. An excellent keeper. Owing to its size it is somewhat difficult to blanch, but when properly grown it is one of the finest Celeries grown both in appearance and quality. Packet 5cts.: ounce 15 cents; 4 pound 40 cents; 1 pound $1.25.

GIANT PASCHAL.

~~ New Pink Plume.

The stalks of this beautiful Celery are of a clear, creamy- white, shaded and tinted delicate pink. Itisa sport from the popular White Plume, and retains the white variega- tion in the foliage. It has the long-keeping qualities for which the pink and red yarieties are noted, and the beauti- fully tinted stalks make it wonderfully attractive. In qual- ity it is solid, crisp, tendcr and very sweet. In this respect it is superior to many of the green varieties.. Those who ‘really desire a first-class Celery in quality will make no ‘mistake by planting New Pink Plume. Packet 5 cents: lounce 20 cents; 4 pound 45 cents; 1 pound $1.50.

Boston Market.

This variety, though quite dwarf and branching, pos- ‘sesses the finest table qualities. None has been more pop- ular for home use, though for market the larger and more showy sorts are preferred. Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents: 14 pound 40 cents: 1 pound $1.25.

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Celeriac.

Turnip Rooted Celery. This delicious vegetable does not receive the attention it deserves. Sow the secd and give the small plants the same treatment as common Celery. Asitis grown extensively for the roots,which are Turnip- shaped, it of course requires no hilling. After the roots have attained two inches or more in diameter it is ready for use. To keep the roots in winter, pack in damp sand or soil. The roots may be cooked and served like Turnips, and make a delicious dish, retaining their Celery flavor to : a remarkable degree. Packet 5 cents: ounce 15 cents;

CELERIAC. Y nound 40 cents; 1 pound $1.25.

Kale, or Borecole. Dwari Green Curled Scotch. Of all the Cabbage tribe

Brussels Sprouts.

‘This is one of the most Geticicus vegetables. Of very

easy growth, but not so well known in America as it de- serves. It produces on the stem numerous small heads resembling miniature Cabbage. The sprouts are used as greens, and become very tender when touched by the frost. Sow in May and handle same as winter Cabbage. Price. 5cents per % ounce packet; 1 ounce 15 cents.

this is the most tender and delicious, and would be more | extensively grown if better known. It rarely exceeds eightcen inches in height, but spreads out under good cultivaticn to twice that in width. The leaves are crimped or curled. Extremely hardy, and is better when touched by frost. 5 cents per % oz. packet; 1oz. 15 cts.

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use from July until October.

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The Templin Co., Calla, Ohio.

SWEET CORN.

Sweet Corn should not be planted until the ground 'S quite warm, as it is liable to rot if planted ir cold, wet soil. Itis a good plan to plant at intervals of two weeks until July: you will then have Corn to

This new variety is a selection from the well known Pa U ae PA pha : ie LA cn eaten ARTs we :

extra early Cory, coming ina few days ahead of that famous variety. Ears are medium size, well filled with large grains. The plant is so dwarf that it

may be planted quite close together. It cannot fail to prove valuable, ow- ing toits extreme earliness. Pkt. 5 cts.;% pt. 15cts.; pt. 25cts.; qt. 40c.

Burpee’s Earliest

Sheffield. |

This new extra early variety isa cross between Extra Early Adams and the Cory. It combines the extra early and hardy qualities of the for- mer with the finer sugary qualities of the latter. Mr. Burpee claims it to be the best extra early variety, all points considered. Pkt. 10cts.; % pint Z0cts.; pint 35cts.; qt. 50 cts.

Early Champion.

A valuable new iarge growing va- riety, maturing only a few days later than the small eared sortsand pro- ducing large 12-rowed ears, 8 to 10 inches long. Pure white kernels with medium white cob, very sweet and tender, usually producing two ears to the stalk. This variety is unsur- passed for market gardening, owing toits largesizeand fine appearance. Packet 5 cents; % pint 15 cents; pint 25 cents; quart 40 cents.

Mammoth White Cory.

This is one of the best and largest of the exira early varieties. © It produces usually two, large, fine shaped ears. ‘The ears are12-rowed, fully twice the sizeof the old Cory; white cobb°d and covered with large white grains of excellent quality. A splendid family variety and unsur- passed for market, owing to its fine large ears. You will make no mis- take by planting this variety. Pkt. 5cts.; % pt. 20cts.; pt. 30c.; qt. 50c.

PLEASE NOTE that the prices quoted on all Sweet Corn and _ Pop Corn, by the pint and quart, include postage. If ordered in quantity, by freight or express, 10 cts. per qt. may be deducted from prices quoted. Write for prices by the peck or bushel.

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Fxtra Early Adams.

‘This is not a Sugar or Sweet Corn, but we place it here because of its vaiue as anextra early hardy Corn. It is much hardier and earlier than any of the extra early sweet varie- ties. It makes small stalks, does

- not sucker, therefore can be planted very close. ‘The Corn is white, ears of medium size, of fine quality, al- tLough not so sweet as the regular Sweet Corn. Everybody should grow

“reasting ears.”? Packet 5 cents; % pint 12 cents; pint 20 cents; quart

<0 cents. = The Cory.

This has always been considered the earliest of all. Will produce good ears for the table in fifty days from planting. Grows about four feet high and usually produces two ears to the stalk; ears about six inches long; kernels large, broad, of excel- lent quality. Packet 5cents; % pint 12 cents; pint 20 cents; quart 35 cts.

Late Mammoth.

This is the largest of all Sweet Corn, producing ears of immense size. Largely grown for canning pur- poses. It produces mammoth ears, frequently fourteen inches in length. The ears are very thick through, with many rows of large, broad grains of mostexcellent quality. It matures Somewhat later than Stow- ell’s Evergreen. It is extensively grown for fodder and ensilage, as it is greatly relished by stock because of its sweetness. Packet 5 cents; ¥% pint 12 cents; pint 20 cents; quart 30 cents.

Honey Sweet.

Originated with a German market gardener near Allentown, Pa., who has had thereputation of bringing the finest and sweetest Corn to mar- ket. Inappearance it is unlike any Se ; other, the husks and stalks being of # = r= ared color while growing, while the FIRST OF ALL. Corn itself is a creamy white. Medi- um early, productive and sweet. Packet 5 cents; % pint 15 cents; pint 25cents; quart 40 cents.

Kendel’s Early Giant.

This variety wasintroduced by A. C. Kendel, of Cleve- sland, Ohio. Mr. C. S. Clark, the Sweet Corn spe- cialist, of Wakeman, Ohio, says of it: ‘‘This new and distinct variety of Sweet Corn com- bines more merits than any other variety in cultivation. ‘The ears grow to a tremendous size, measuring 8 to 10 inches in length, and having 12 to 18 rows on each cob, mostly hav- ing 12 rows: kernels are pure wnite, sweet and tender.’’- We believe this variety is destined to become very popular, both for market and family use. You should give ita trial. Pkt. 5cts.; % pint 20 cts.; pint 30 cts.; quart 50 ct}

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EARLY EVERGREEN,

New Early Evergreen.

This, we believe, is destined to become one of the most popular varieties. Stowell’s Ev- ergreen has always been the standard vari- ety for main crop. In Early Evergreen we have all the characteristics of Stowell’s Ev- ergreen, the difference being in time of ma- turity, it being fit foruse much earlier. The ears like Stowell’s are very large, with 16 to 18 irregular rows of large, deep grains. Un- surpassed in quality; like Stowell’s, it remains in condition foruse much long- er than other varieties. It looks like a fine selection of the old Stowell’s Ever- green, though it is fit for use one to two weeks earlier. Price, packet 5 cents; ¥ pint 15 cts; pint 25 cts.; quart 40 cts.

Early Premo.

This is acknowledged by expert corn growers to be the earliest pure Sweet Corn in cultivation. It not only com- bines all the merits of the leading early varieties, but is really superior to them in size, quality and yield. Grows about 5 feet high, generally producing two perfect ears to the stalk. Matures in from 57 to 60 days. Pkt. 10 cts.

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Mr. Clark, the great Corn specialist, describes this variety as follows: ‘“‘This large eared, second early Sweet Corn is one of the most productive varieties; two tothree ears on a Stalk: ears nearly as

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Country Gentleman.

Improved Shoe Peg. This is without = doubt the sweetest and most delicious flavored Sweet Corn grown. It is medi-

————— : um early, very productive, ears medium COUNTRY GENTLEMAN, large, kernels very deep aNd p—— ? placed irregularly but veryf Stowell S Evergreen. closely on thecob. ‘The accom-

de panying illustration is an ex- |” This is more largely grown than any other variety, | act representation of this pop- being the general favorite among canners and market | ular variety. Try it if you gardeners for late use. Ears large, grains very deep, | want something fine. Price, tender and sweet, and remaining a long time in edible | packet 10cents; % pint 20 cents; condition. Pkt. 5cts.; % pt. 12 cts.; pt. 20cts.; qt. 30 cts. | pint 30 cents; quart 50 cents.

Each packet of Sweet Corn will contain 2 ounces, or sufficient to plant 40 to 50 hills. One quart will plant 500 hills. Eight quarts will plant an acre.

POP CORN.

Improved White Rice. Unquestionably one of the most satisfactory varieties grown. Ears of medium size, three to four on a stalk; kernels round, sharp pointed: color transparent white. Pops out toa large size, pure snow white and very tender. 2 oz. pkt.5cts.; % pint 15cts.

New Red Beauty. A valuable new Rice Pop Corn, introduced by an | @ extensive Pop Corn grower in Illinois. Ears medium to large; color bright red; deep grains and small cob; extremely early and produc- tive. Highly recommended. 2 ounce packet 5cents; % pint 15 cents.

Queen’s Goiden. Probably the largest Pop Corn grown. Color bright golden-yellow; kernels very large, and creamy-white when popped. 2ounce packet 5 cents: % pint 15 cents.

Mapledale Prolific. The most prolific Pop Corn grown. The ears are often eight to ten inches iong, well filled with bright, handsome, white grains. The stalk is of vigorous growth, producing two to four ears. For popping it is unsurpassed, the popped grains being of delicious flavor. Packet of 2 ounces 5 cents: % pint 15 cents.

Mixed Varieties. We offer the four varieties mixed. As the seed is red, white and yellow, it is only a moment’s job to separate them when planting. 2ounce packet 5cents; % pint 15 cents.

JUST IM AGIN a strong, vigorous Gooseberry plant, with large, . thick, leathery leaves, showing no sign of mildew, with sturdy, well branched old wood and vigorous new shoots, thickly set with fruit which often exceed one and one-half inches in length and an inch in diameter, a beautiful greenish yellow when ripe, transparent enough to show the seeds. Beautiful big fellows of a size that will make | a mouthful. Splendid to go sauntering aroun i the garden an just hap- pen around when they are fully ripe, ga*nera pocket full and poke j around munching the big, crisp, juicy be’ ries. Such is the “Portage,” ~ —

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Chicago Pickle.

One of the most popular varieties grown. It is very ex- tensively grown to supply pickles for the Chicago market. In this variety are combined all the qualities desired by those who grow Cucumbers for pickles. The fruit is of medium length, pointed at both ends, with large and prominent spines. Packet 5 cents; 1 ounce 15 cents; 4 pound 50 cents; pound $i.75.

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The White Spine is probably the most popular Cucumber grown | There are numerous

to-day, both for marketing ard table use. Strains offered by the different seedsmen, differing slightly in some points, but all belonging to the same popular class. We offer a very fine strain of the improved Extra Early White Spine which

CUCUMBERS. |

Detailed instructions for the successful culture of Cucumbers and all other kinds of vegetables will be ~@ found in cur new book, ‘‘ THe FamiILy GARDEN.” (4 ‘Chis valuable book has peen published (at great ex- pense) expressly for our patrons. It is chuck full of valuable information and shoufd be read by everybody who has a garden. A copy will b= mailed free tc all 2 who send us a cash order for seeds to the amount of - $1.00 or over.

Thorburn’s Evecbearing. |

The peculiar merit of this new Cucumber is that the vine continues to bloom and bear {ruit the entire sea- son until killed by frost, in this respect differing from all others. The fruit, of medium size and rich dark green color, average from four to five inches in length by aninch and ahalfin diameter. Packet 5 cents; 1 ounce 15 cents: 4 pound 50 cents; pound $1.75.

‘Fordhook Pickling.

Introduced by Burpee. ‘The vines are extremely vigor- ous and healthy, yielding abundant crops of fruit of me- dium size. The thinness of the skin, the crispness and

tenderness of the flesh, render it one of the best pickle Cu- cumbers, whether for family use or for the pickle factory. It will certainly givesatisfaction. Packet 5 cents; 1 ounce 15 cents; % pound 50 cents; pound $1.75.

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The vines are remarkably vig- orous, fruiting early and abun-

dantly. Fruit are uniformly straight, smooth and handsome. Color light green with a few white spines, hence the name. Solid,

crisp and of superior quality.

Largely grown in the South for shipping to the early Northern markets. One of the best for slic- ing and equally desirable for pickling if taken when young. Packet 5 cts.: 1 ounce 20 cts.; % Ib. 65 cts.: pound $2.75.

Livingstone’s Emerald.

A grand new Cucumber. The fruit sets early and its

vigorous vines abound in long, straight, smooth, hand-| green color until fully grown.

some, bright green fruit. As a slicer it has no superior,

“IDEAL”? EARLY WHITE SPINE.

Cool and Crisp.

This is a very valuable, extra early and productive pickling Cucumber. At the pickling stage they are straight, long, smooth, even and slim, and areof a dark While it is one of the b st | pickling varieties, it is also excellent for slicing, the Cu-

and the young fruit being dark green, straight and slen- | cumber when fully grownbeing of good size and exceeding-

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20 cents; “ pound 65ccnts: pound $2.25.

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too large for pickles. k ‘Y% pound 50 cents; pound $1-50.

Packet 5 cents; 1 ounce | 1y tender and crisp.

Improved Long Green.

twelve to fifteen inches long; solid, One of the finest for slicing, also fine for pick- les if pickled waile young. Packet 5 e»nts; 1 ounce 15 cents; % pound 50 cents; pound $1.75.

Extra Lone Green Giant.

‘This is decidedly the largest variety that can be suc- cessfully grown in theopen ground. Fruit very uniform, # frequently inches in length and 2 to3 inches in diameter. ent for slicing, being solid, crisp and of fine quality, but ¥ Packet 5 cents;

Japanese Climbing,

This novelty is entirely distimet from all other cucum-

A very desirable variety. Packet 5 ‘cents; 1 ounce 20 cents. 4% pound 50 cents; pound $2.00.

Fine dark green fruit; crisp and cf excellent

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bers, climbings on poles, trellises, fences, etc., like a gourd. The vines are vigorous and healthy, and nroduce large numbers of fine, large smooth cucumbers of excellent quality. They are especially fine for slicing, Packet 5 cents;

fLounce 25 cents: % pound 75 cents; pound $2.50.

CHOICE FRUITS. Every home, even though only a city lot, can have a few trees and vines, Fruit Department contains many choice varieties, and our prices are very low, considering quality.

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’ Cucumber. Extra Early Russian.

A very popular and desirable variety that is certain to One of the earliest in cultivation. Fruit small, short, please all who growit. Jt is remarkably prolific, produc- | waiform in size and shape; vine very hardy and produc- Ing its small fruit in clusters. Fruit small, of uniform | tive. Unsurpassed for pickling; also excellent for table size and berne in the greatest abundance. One of the} use, being crisp and of fine quality. On account of its most satisfactory pickle varieties. Packet 5 cents; 1 oz. | earliness is adapted to sections having short growing sea- 20 cents: quarter pound 65 cents; pound $2.25. sans. Packet 5cts.; loz. 15ctc.; % Ib. 50 cts.; Ib. $1.75.

White Wonder.

A distinct variety. Unlike all other white varie- ties, this is of strong, rebust habit. _ The fruit is uni- form, averaging about eight inches in length. Color pure ivory white, thin skin, flesh is white, solid and brittle. A fine variety and one that everybody should have. Packet 5 cents; 1 oz. 25 cents.; % Ib.

65 cents; pound $2.25

Jersey Pickle.

A remarkably prolific early variety of medium size, hardy and prolific. This variety is very pop- ular in New Jersy, being largely grown to supply the pickle markets of New York and Philadelphia. Pkt. 5cts.: loz. 15cts.; % Ib. 50 cts.; pound $1.75.

Nichol’s Medium Green.

This is one of the best general purpose varieties in cultivation. The young fruit is-rery symmetri- cal in shape, deep green in color, and very crisp: for early forcing and slicing there is none better. It is exceedingly productive, of medium size and always straight and smooth. Very extensively used by the pickle factories. Though anold variety it has many points of sterling merit that recommend it for gener- al use. Packet 5 cents: 1 ounce 20 cents.; quarter

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JERSEY PICKLE. pound 65 cents; pound $2.00. ‘ , KlJondyke Cucumber. | West Indian Gherkin. A new cucumber introduced by D. V. Burrell, of Rocky A very small, oval-shaped prickly variety, grown ex-

Ford, Colorado, whoclaims it tocombine the following val- | tensively for pickling, for which purpose it is admirably uable points : Lxireme earliness, large size and fine color, |} adapted. The vine may be run over an arbor or trellis. and particularly iis long everbearing and keeping quali- | Packet 5cts.; 1 0z. 30cts.; % Ib. $1.00; pound $3.00.

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Rocky Ford, planted ten cts. worth of seed and sold over $50.00 worth of cucumbers.”’ Mr. Ray, of Denton, Texas, writes, ““The Klondyke was immense, and bore cucum- bers continually all summer, | when my neighbors had none Was for months.” Try it. Pkt. 10 cts.: loz. 25 cts.: % Ib. 75 cts.; pound $2.50.

Each packet of Cucum- ber seed will containa quarter ofan ounce, suf-) |= Z ss : ficient to plant about 20 ; : ae = hills. Two pounds will ; plant an acre.

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der just the varieties they want and will not be Satisfied with any other: therefore we ish to state that we posi- tively will not substitute, unless given the privilege by our patrons. We will send you what you order or refund the money. Weare determined tosatisfy our patrons in every case,

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COLLARDS.

Georgia, or Creole. A popular vegetable in the south, belonging to the Cabbage family, form- mg large open heads or masses cf leaves on a tall stem. Extensively grown for “ greens.’ They are an easy, sure crop and afford an abun- dance of food for both man and beast. % ounce packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents.

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Green Curled. Beautifully curled, dark green leaves, which blanch white and are tender and crisp by tying over the outer leaves. Not only useful as a salad, but much used for garnishing. Asitis used mostly in the fall and winter months, they should be sownin June and July. Plant one foot apart each way. Quarter ounce pkt. 5 cents; ounce 10 cents.

White Curled. (Self-blanching.) Leaves pale green, grows to a large size, always crisp and very tender. This is not only an attractive variety, but is also very easy to grow, as plants can be gathered at any time for use, A | very beautiful variety. Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents.

Vegetable Egg.

This vegetable does not receive the at- tention it deserves. To our minds it is one cf th: choicest vegetables grown; cul-g% ture same as Peppers, except that it=

-should be started earlier in the spring, and not planted in the garden until quite warm weather.

Imoroved Mev, York Spineless. The N. Y. Improved has long b-en the standard variety, but this strain is vastly superior in every respect. The plant is irce from spines and very pro- ductive; fruit of largest size and perfect form. It is fully ,\'}\| two weeks earlier than theold '' variety. Pkt.5cts.; oz. 35 cts.

Back Pekin. Entirely dis- tinct from all other varieties both in habit and fruit. Dark purple, almost black, nearly round. large, smooth and glos- sy; flesh white, sold, fine grain- cd, goed flavor. Packet 5 cts.;

Early Long Purple. One cf the earliest and most produc- tive varieties. Fruitlong, rich dark purple and of fine quality. Packet 5 cents; ounce 20 cents.

New White Pearl. A grand novelty that is sure to meet with a warm welcome from all who love this delicious vegeta- ble. It resembles the N. Y. Purple in shape. but is pure white and frequently exceeds in size that popular variety. “It is unequaled by any other sort in preductiveness and cf superior table qualities. Fruits ~ very early. In short, it is the very finest in cultivation. Pkt. 10 cts.: ounce 35 cts.

KOHL RABI.

Kohli Rabi i is sown for gener- fa) crop in the spring, like Tur- nips in drills, or may be trans- planted ae Cabbage. Fer

oes hnee winter table use, sow middle ci PREC 20 Cis. cee Z a June. When used for table it - M:zzed Varieties. An equal Za M sea J ~—s Should be gathered when sma‘l mixture of the four choice va- ef SS and tender. Packet 5 cents; Tietics of VegetableEgg. Give NEW YORK SPINELESS. ounce 20 cents.

itatrial. Pkt. 5cents. Bes EP ilo clic GOURDS. | LEEK. ¥ Japanese Nest Eggs. As they exactly rc- Broad Scotch, or London Flag. Leeks are espec- ~.f semble in color, shape and size the egg ofa | ially desirable for soups, and considered by hen, they make good nest eggs, and also an | many to be superior in flavor to the onion, ta f excellent toy for the baby. Are not injured | which family they belong. ‘They might prop- t by cold or wet. Packet 5cents. erly be called the Celery Onion, as they are Susar Trough. Useful for many house- | better grown by transplanting in trenches and i hold purposes. They will hoid {rom four to |} blanching same as Celerys by filling in as they | ten gallons and have hard, durable shells. | grow. All who are fond of Onions should grow ! eee: 5 cents. : -| Leek. Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents. ipper. ‘This variety makes a very useful { dipper. Trythem. Packet 5 cents, CORN SALAD, Ornamental Gourds. A mixture, incuding| ‘Phisis a hardy, quick growing plant, the all sizes, shapes ane colors. Pretty play-| Jeaves of which furnish a good substitute for | things for children. (Seecut.) Pkt. 10cts. | jettuce during the winter months. Seed is best

HORSE R ADISH. sown on the approach of cool, moist weather in

the fall to preduce leaves for late fall, winter,

Plant roots in May small end down, with | and early spring use. It is quite hardy, and the top an inch or so below the surface in rich, | the larger plants may be protected by a light cultivated soil. Will form roots of large size | mulch of straw during severe weather for early } and fine quality inoneseason. 6rootsi15cts. | spring use. It dcecs not grow satisfactorily ! 12 for 25 cents. in hot summer months. Pkt. 5cts.;0z. 10 cts,

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Lettuce should be covered very shallow to insure quick and sure germination. For very early spring use sow ‘n hot beds in March and transplant to the open ground as scon as it can be worked. For later supply sow in the open ground during April and May in rows 12to18 inches apart and thin out to 1Zor 16inches in the row. By sowing at intervals cf every three or four weeks it may be had the entire season. One ounce will sow about 200 feet of diill and produce 2500 to3000 plants. Three pounds will plant an acre. Our new book, “*The Family Garden” gives quite complete instruction for the culture of Lettuce. You should have it.

Improved Hanson.

This grand old variety still retains its position as one of the most popular varieties grown, None is more reliable for out door cultivation. Heads grow toarema.able size, resembling that of a flat cab- barge and i;soslow torun toseed that it often fails tofc.masccd stalk. The outer leaves are bright yellowish green, the inner leaves creamy-white, de- liciously tendcr, crisp and sweet and free from bitter taste. It remains long in good table condition after reaching maturity. This lettuce is particularly adapted to market gardening purposes. It isa perfect open air variety, is very hardy and may be chet set out in earliest spring; a LN. 6 little freezing will not injure it.

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A very popular cabbage Let- tuce, of unusual large size and solidity of head, with but little tendency torun to seed. Has been frequently grown eigh- tecn inches in diameter and weighing three pounds or more with heads almost as solid as an early cabbage. Outside leaves are a distinct dark green, centre crisp, tender and of excelient flavor; always free from biiterness. It is not 2 forcing variety but is one of the bist for Summer use. Pkt Scts.: oz 15 cts.: % Ib 35cts.3 pound 90 cts.

Denver Market.

Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.; 4% Ib. 25 cts.; lb. 75 cts. :

Grand Rapids.

This is the popular variety that we find on the market throughout the winter and ear- ly spring. It is more extensive- ‘ly grown for winter forcing than all others combined, and isequally valuable for garden culture. Itisa beautiful vari- ety, with its ycllowish-green culled and fringed leaves, which form into large Iccse heads. A remarkably rapid grower. A valuable feature in this variety is that it keeps a long time without wilting after being cut. Fkt. 5cts.: oz 14 cts.; 4% Ib. 25 cts.; Ib. 75 cts.

This new variety comes to us highly recom- mended. A Denver seed grower says thatina test of ninty-six varietics, Denver Market was ZH

the best. The leaves are beautifully curled, or crimped like the Savoy cabbage, Very tender and crisp and of excellent flavor. Quite distinct from all others. Packet 5cents: ounce 10 cents; quarter pound 25 cents; pound 75 cents.

California Cream Butter.

A magnificent Butter Lettuce, forming large, round, solid heads. ‘The outer leaves are medium light green, beautifully marbled with brown spots giving it a very attractive appearance. Inner leaves creamy white, very crisp and tender and of rich buttery flavor. Shculd be sown in eavly spring for early summer use and if sown in August will be in fine-cenditicn fer fall use. It might propeily be called “‘Successirn” or *‘ All Seasons” asitcan be had in g-cd crdi’ien for the table throughout the summer and fall by sowing at in- tervals. ‘This variety is very popular in the South where it is largely grown for shipmert to the early Northern markets, Packet 10 cents: ounce 15 cents; % pound 35cents; pound 90 cnts.

New Lettuce, “Unrivalled.”

An improvement on the famous Fig Boston Let- tuce, posessing all the geod qualities of this kind, viz.: Earliness. large size, attractive color, etc. Its additional valve lies in the fact that.it can be

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D s A fine new Lettuce that is certain to please. The plants are of remarkably _robust, strong Giant Glacier. growth, twelve inches cr mere in diameter, with large light rreen outer leaves which fold close

about the head. ‘The leaves are finely serrated and swollen like the leaves of Savoy Cabbage.

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large, interior being white, crisp and tender. (See novelty page for illustration.) Pkt. 10 cts.: ounce 20 cts.

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. s s ’ CALIFORNIA California Greea Fringe. GREEN FRINGE. Bee :

This 1s certainly one of the most beautiful vari- eties of Lettuce grown. In our trial grounds of over forty varieties it alwa vs attracted attention. The leaves, which are ver, large, are of a peculiar delicate pea green color, t ieedge being beautifully ruffled and fringed. It srows toa very large size and is of excel'ent quality, withstanding heat and drought to a remarkable de- gree. Its large, smooth leaves are deli- cately ruffled and fringed. Packet 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.: % pound 30 cts.; pound 85 cts.

Black-Seeded Simpson.

‘The best of the non-heading Lettuces. An old and popular standard sort, o large size and highest quality. It is light colored, with inner leaves almost white. Good for forcing under glass or for spring and early summer culture in the open air. Resists heat and remains iong in edible condition. Packet 5 cents; oz. 10 cts.; +4 peund 25 cts: pound 75 cts.

Trianon, or Celery.

ee : A favorite variety of Lettuce in Europe. The iong, Big Boston. narrow leaves form solid, oblong heads like Wakefield

; Cabbage, blanching y-white. < si TACRHEAT Gi baton Cae ee eee . show-white. It excels all others in

° : ~* | erispness and flavor. s : eRe : the famous Boston Market, but is double the size. It is | staal ead eae Miers S besiege lic a ee about one week later, but its solidity and greater size! mend all to give this variety a trial. ee

make it a most valuable sort. Most = ae 2 kK t a ; Dien tee rT ce 10 cents; 74 pound 30 cents; © desirable either for forcing in cold Saat Sonn BRR :

frame or open-ground planting. Pop- ‘The Deacon.

ular with market gardeners and truckers, because it always produces

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large, solid ,saleable heads: and com- | mends itself to amateurs, because it 4

a solid, nicely blanched heads equal to any themarket affords. Seed sheuld

heads up at all seasons of the year, 4 and is of crisp, tender quality. Pkt. w= be sown during’ the spring for early use, and during August for fall

5 cents: ounce 15 cents; #4 pound 30, : gheading. It stands hot weather

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Tomhannock. butter varieties; it is also good for

Here is one of the most beautiful : N S forcing. Flants make firm heads and desirable varieties we know. Wc = SN RSS znearly as larce and tight as a Cab- always grow Tomhannock in cur own AY GYNIRW SS bage. The k ads are light green | garden, because of its many ee a tside ee ae inner eed Pot

ities, isnt quite soearly as mets lon is beatilial ¢<am_ yeliow. anes Seep at to wild Suni nek Gee ORE EES NOC delicious rich buttc~y flaver. Pack- it has no superior. Itis of upright habit, forming a beau- | et 5cents; ounce 10 cents: 74 pound 25c.s.; pound 90 cis. tiful plant 10 to12inches high; outer leaves handsomely curled and of a beautiful reddish bronze color, while inner leaves are white, crisp and ten- der. Remarkable for its power to resist the hot summer sun and retain its good qualities for a

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much longer period than most we Bee )))) se other varieties. Packet 5 cents: ; \ | am 4 idl j ounce 10 cents: 14 pound 25 cents;, ANN IN \ \ 1) AN pound 85 cents. RS \ AT YM) Ly

‘The Morse Lettuce.

This we find one of the most satisfactory varieties on our trial erounds last season. It is a care- {ul selection from the popular Black Seeded Simpson, selected and improved by Mr. Morse, the largest Lettuce Seed grower in the world. Instyle of growthit resembles the popular Grand Rapids. ‘Ihe leaves are beauti- fully wrinkled and curled; color | rich green. Pkt. 5cts.; ounce15 ets.: 4 Ib. 50 cts.; pound $1.50.

Mixed Lettuce.

This includes a mixture of all the varieties of Lettuce offered on this ard the preceding page. ' This is a very popular packet, Vi e always sell more of this than of any separate variety Where you wart cnly one packet. this is the cne to buy. Packet 5 cents; ounce 10 cents: 44 pound 25 cents; SS = pound 85 cents, BIG BOSTON.

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MUSK MELONS, 3 Prolific Nutmeg.

A very popular variety. Of strong, vigorous habit and very productive? fruit medium size. round and heavily netted: flesh thick, green in color and of excellent flavor, rich and melting. This is one of the standard old varieties that always gives satisfaction and that does not require an elab-

orate description inorder tosell the seed. Pkt. 5 ¢ts.;0z. 15 cts.; 2 oz, 25 cts.

Burree’s Netted Gem.

One of the earliest and best melons grown. Globular in shape and very uniform in size: flesh light green and of very fine flavor. This is one of the finest melons grown both for the family garden and for market. If you want a first-class melon in every respect you will make no mistake_by or- dering Burpee’s Netted Cem. Our seed are of the true variety. Packet PROLIFIC NUTMEG. 5 cents: ounce 10 cents; four ounces 30 cents.

Champion Market. Extra Early A very popular variety among Hackensack.

market gardeners. Fruit Sealey round or oval, with shallow depres- es sions, and densely covered with fine _ This isa very popular sort, produc- netting; flesh thick, color green, qual- ing large, handsome, and extra carly ity very sweet and fine flavor. To melons of the very best quality. Itis those who like a large, sweet green some two weeks earlier and almost as fleshed Melon, we would recommend large in size as the famous New Jersy the Champion Market, as it isa Hackensack. Fruit nearly rourds first-class Melon that will always § deeply ribbed, and very coarsely n¢t- give satisfaction. Packet 5 cents; ted. The flesh is green. of most delice ounce 15 cents. cious flavor, will keep in good condi- tion for several days after picking. It R ky F ‘d is also very productive, averaging oc ora. from five to six melons on the vine, all This is the variety that ha; made of which are of good size. Packet Rocky Ford, Colo. so famous for good = 5 cents; ounce 10 cents; 3ozs. 25 cents. melons. It is an improved stiain Phe » of the popular Netted Gem. The BURPEE’S NETTED GEM. fruit is oval in shape, covered with fine netting; of medium, uniform size; flesh very sweet and of that peculia:, sprighily flavor so much desired in a Musk-melon’ very early a:d prelide. The melens are rather small, but they more than make 1) in quantity and quality. ‘The seed we offer was grown for us, under contract, by an extensive and responsible grower at Rocky Ford. We therefore guarantee it to be the genuine Rocky Ford. Pkt. 5cts.; oz. 10 cts.: 4 ozs. 20 cts.; 8 ozs. 50 cts.

Henderson’s Newport.

The Newport isa very early Melon. Fruit round with shallow ribs. It certainly is, we think, the most delicious of all green-fleshed sorts. It is very early, ripening with tle Jenny Lind, which it resembles. The fruits are deep and almcst reunc¢: cxtericr dull green, ripcning to a rich gelden color, evenly and clovely netted The flesh is of exquisite texture, rich and melting cleartotheiind. It is a bountiful yielder, though the melons are not large. but forcarly family use, when delicious quality is the desideratum, plant Henderson’s Newport. Qur seed is pure and can be relied cn. Very scarce this year. Packet 10 cents: ounce 20 cents.

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melons offered on this and the oppcsite page. Ifyou | This Melon is unexcelled in eating qualities. The rind is only wish to plant one packet of melon seed, this is thicker on the ends than in the old variety, S0 that it does the one -you. ; 4 y not-““*break down”’ easily in shipping, and yet it retains the

want, asit will produce a great variety of fine Melons, includ- ing early and late, large and small. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz 10 cts.3 3 ozs. 25 cts.

flattened ends which by many is considered as giving. good appearance and also permits compact placing in baskets or crates. No one will go wrongin planting a part of his crop with this highly improved strain of True Jenny Lind. Very scarce. Packet 10 cents; ounce 20 cents.

Norfolk Button.

This isa new extra early form of the Jenny Lind: of the same size as the parent sort, but is earlier to reach maturity. and is hence more valuable. It has the same green flesh, and sweetness as the parent form, but shows a gain in the direction indicated. being ready for market considerably before the first Jenny Linds. The name Norfolk Buttonis derived from its place of origin, as well as on account of the wel developed button or projeciicn at the blossom cnd. as shown in the illustration on Novelty Page. It is a sort that cannot be overlooked by money making gardners, forit always commands top prices. Pkt. 10 cts.: oz. 15 cts.; 2ounces 25 cents: 4 ounces 50 cts.

Each packet of Musk Meion seed will con- tain one-fifth ounce, sufficient for about 20 JENNY LIND. to 25 hills. Three pounds will plant an acre.

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A fine new melon introduced by Mr. Banning of Kinsman, Ohio. It is of medium large size, handsome shape and fine quality; color = SB yellowish green, slightly ribbed and netted: flesh deep rich sal- = Fa mon, juicy and delicious in flavor: vine vigorous and remarkably

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The Banquet.

x A medium sized Melon, nearly round, slightly flattened at the NS . ends, and more beautifully netted than any other melon we haye WN =zever grown. Fleshis deep rich salmon, and equal to the best in

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Extra Early Grand Rapids.

* ‘This extremely early Muskmelon is a week earlier than any other sort, and is profitable on that account. Indeed, it is not infrequently in the market two weeks in advance of any other va- riety. ‘The flesh is yellow almost tothe rind. ‘The skin is finely Ss l d Mil { ; C Se and eee e La in fed ee ha We advise growers to pinch o e ends of the main shoots e@ ecte flier S ream. when two or three feet long, toencourage more abundant We consider this one of the best Melons for home use | blossoming and earlier maturity. ‘This practice makes and also for market where it is known. ‘The fruit grows | the fruit heavier as well as earlier. The Grand Rapids to a large size, is oblong in shape and dark green with | is absolutely the earliest of all Melons and owing to its slight netting. The flesh is deep orange color, very thick, | extreme earliness will prove a valuable market variety. deliciously sweet and high flavored. ‘The Melons are uni- | Seed very scarce. Packet 10 cents; ounce 20 cents.

formly of the high quality, : which cannot be said of ~ = = Banana Musk-melon.

many other varieties. While not a very early kind ret the fruit will ripen per- ; = 3 4 Entirely distinct from all Wi’ other varieties. Grows from ita twelve to eighteen inches

lectly in this latitude, and

the vines are quite prolific. iM long and two to three inches /@ in diameter. Flesh rich

q- uality. Remarkably productive, yeilding uniformly fine Melons

KINSMAN QUEEN.

We highly recommend this variety to all who wanta large Melon of very fine ™ quality. Seed very scarce. Packet 5 cents; ounce 20 cents; 2 ounces 35 cents.

Paul Rose.

This variety is prebably the most popular Melon = = = this season. Packet 10 now on the market. Itisa MILLER’S CREAM. cents; ounce 20 cents.

lent flavor. Considered by many to be the finest of all Musk-melons, of vigorous Z habit and very productive. 2 It looks and smells like a A -banana. Seed very scarce

cross between Osage and Netted Gem, and resembles the Netted Gem and Rocky Ford type. In size. about five Jersey Belle.

mches in diameter; oblong in form and averaging 1% to2

Jounds each: flesh very deep, color rich orange salmon ‘This is a most excellent new variety of exceedingly and of the highest flavor. Itis very productive and uni- | strong vigorous srowth and remarkably prolific, produc- form in size and shape. "The accompanying illustration | ing a large number fine fruits even in unfavorable seasons. was engraved from a photograph and is an exact repre- |The handsome melons are of good size, fine quality, and sentation. Itis a fine shipping melon and is sought after | firm enough for shipping purposes. ‘The oval fruits are in all the leading markets of the country. Our seed is se- | quite uniform HT in size, averaging six inchesin diam- lected from the finest melons and can be relied on. Packet | eter: heavily | ribbed and netted. Seed very scarce. 5 cents; ounce 15 cents; 2 ounces 25 cents; 4 ounces 40 cents. | Packet 5 cts.3 | Ounce 20 cents. :

ORNAMENTAL POMEGRANITE. An exceedingly interesting novelty, and very ornamental. ‘The fruit is almost round, with distinct markings. Grows ona pretty vine; fruit orange yellow, slightly striped, and sometimes spot- ted red: varying from the size of a small peach to that ofanorange. Very fragrant, Sweetly perfuming the room with their exquisite odor for days. Very prolific and easily grown. Plant and cultivate same as for musk melon. Packet 5cents; ounce 25 cents.

VINE PEACH. ‘The fruit is about

the size of a large peach, and ofa

nT ANU THANE 7 aT TP |= Mi Y, . \ y yy

4 t Wk \\ bright orange yellow color, somewhat S Z \\\

russeted. When it first ripens it is > quite hard, but scon they become mel- low and sweet, and havea rich flavor. When ripe the fruit falls from the vine: the flesh is very firm with a small cav- ity in the center, and when peeled and the seeds taken out they much resem- ble peaches. ‘They are easily cultivat- ed, wonderfully prolific, and can be used in every way in which you would use a peach. Pkt. 5cts.; oz. 20 cts. PAUL ROSE.

FRUIT TREE On pages 60 and 61 we are offering choice varietles of Apples, Peaches, Plums, Pears and Cher- i ries. Allare very thrifty and fine: % to % inches in diameter. Single prices are lower than local nursey prices; prices of entire collection unprecedented. Ask your neighbors to join you in ordering,

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WATERMELONS.

CULTURE.—The condition most necessary to the production of prime Melons is to havea warm soil, well supplied with thoroughly decayed vegeta ble matter or humus. This is easily supplied in the kitchen garden by plowing under—preferably in the fall—a liberal dressing of manure. See the ** FAMILY GARDEN.”

New Harris Early.

Originated by B. F. Harris, of Ten- nessee, who claims it to be the largest, sweetest and best shipper of all extra early varieties. If the specimens we received from Mr. Harris last June were average samples, his claims are certainly true, as they were surely the sweetest and finest flavored Melons we ever had the pleasure of eating. The form and general appearance is well represented in the illustration. The Tennessee Experimental Station re- ported it as the earliest variety on their grounds, producing Melons weigh- ing 12 to15 poundsin 65 days. Every Melon grower should give this new

NEW HARRIS EARLY.

y ? s Melon a place. Packet 10 cents; ounce 20 cents; 4% pound Girardeau’s Triumph. ota ted dese Mee This is undoubtedly the largest Melon grown, and of D D excellent quality. Many single Melons weigh 75 to 100 Colorado Ps eserving Citron. pounds each. Color, dark glossy green. Shape almost| Makes beautiful almost transparent preserves of unsur-

round. Flesh bright red. Our seed is from the originator, passed flavor. Superior to the ordinary Preserving Citron and selected ae fancy stock. Packet 5 cents; ounce 10| jy, guality. Immensely productive. ‘The Melons will keep cents; 4 pound 25 cents; pound 75 cents. all winter, and can be fed to stock. Pkt. 5cts.; 0z. 10 cts.

Kolb’s Gem. Cole’s Early.

This is a favorite among This is a leader in Water- Southern growers for shipping melons—one of the finest for the purposes. Theshape is oblong amateur and for the home mar- to nearly round; color and ket. It is not only the earliest markings as indicated in the variety in cultivation, but con- engraving. The Melons weigh tinues to bear enormously from 30 to 50 pounds each. The throughout the season; very rind, though thin, is tough,and hardy, and can be grown far- the Melon bears handling and ther north than any other va- shipping well. The flesh is riety. The fruit is nearly bright red, and of very good round; rind thin and brittle, quality. The vines are pro- hence not desirable for ship- ductive, and it is considered a ping: flesh deep red and of ex- profitable market Melon. Pkt. tremely delicate texture, sweet, 5 cents; ounce 10 cts.; 4 pound juicy and delicious; seeds very 25 cents; pound 75 cents. few. ‘Though the Melons are

{ large, wh hey lack i Vick’s Extra Early. not large, what they lack in

size is more than made up in number and solidity. Pkt. 5c.: ' An oblong,dark green Melon, oz. 10 cts,; % Ib. 25 cts.; 1b. 75c. with bright red flesh of good quality. Melons small to medium in size and the skin p 2 frequently varies toa lighter green in shade. This is Hungarian Honey. decidedly the earliest Melon we are acquainted with. Pkt. 5cents; ounce 10 cts.; 4 pound 20 cts.; pound 75 cts.

This superb Melon comes from Hungary and is unques-

a tionably one of the sweetest Melons st pe o haber

size, perfectly round, dark green incolor: flesh brilliant

Mammoth Ironclad. red: seeds small and distinct. Very uniform in size, aver-

One of the great commercial Melons. Of large size: skin | aging 10to12 pounds. Oneof the most satisfactory Melons

striped with light green; flesh bright red, solid, crisp; of | we haveever grown. Should beinevery garden. Packet excellent flavor. One of the best. acket 5 cents; ounce | 5cents; ounce 15cents; 4 pound 35 cents; pound $1.00.

10cts.; % lb. 20cts.; pound 75c,

Wonderful Sugar.

‘This is of Southern origin, and is one of the very best Melons in cultivation. It excels ‘both in beauty and lusciousness, being exceedingly sweet and juicy. The Melons attain great weight and size; oblong in shape, the rind showing broad stripes of light and dark green. The fleshisa rosy pink, perfectly solid and stringless from rind to core: very crisp, and of delicious flavor. For the home garden or general mar- ket it is unrivaled. Pkt. 5cts.: oz. 10 cts.; 14 Ib. 25 cts.: 1b. 75 cts. re ee oes Sew eka er

Each packet of Watermelon Seed _will contain 1-4 ounce, sufficient for about 20 hills. ' it requires about 4 pounds ‘ to plant an acre. "UL SUGAR,

Se The Templin Co., Calla, Ohio. Kleckly Sweet.

Large, oblong Melon 20 inch- es in length by 10 to 12 inches in diameter, somewhat taper- ing at the ends. The skin is dark green; flesh bright scar- let, ripening close to the skin,

white, lying close to the rind,

The scarlet flesh is sweet and sugary and is of such texture that it leaves nostrings or pulp whatever ineating. The only

itis too tender to stand ship- that it is apt to split -open.

Packet 5 cents: ounce 15 cents: 44 pound 30 cents; pound $1.00.

KLECKLY SWEET.

Black Diamond. -

A cross between Kolb’s Gem and Hoosier King. All that could besaid of the Kolb’s Gem as to good ship- ping qualities can be truthfully stated in a higher degree of the Black Diamond. All the praise cf high quality bestowed on the Sweet Heart can be repeated of our new Melon, but its prominent point of merit is itsextreme size—no Melon ever yet produced anything like so uniformly large fruit nor approached it in pro- ductiveness. Melons weighing from 75 to 90 pounds are frequent. Itis the most prolific Watermelon ever planted. Its color is arich, dark green, almost black. Of uniform symmetrical shape, roundish to bluntly oval, and thisssimilarity of shape running through the whole field. The habit of the vine is extremely vigor- ous. Pkt. 5cts.; ounce 10 cts.; 14 Ib. 20 cts.; Ib. 50 cts.

Duke Jones.

One of the largest and most productive Melons. Oval in form; color dark green, slightly mottled. Flesh bright red, very sweet and juicy, and an excellent shipper. ‘The Melons average very large, occasion- ally weighing 60 to70 pounds. Hereis whata R. R. man saysofit: “‘Mr. Girardeau has shipped:ten car loads of the Duke Jones Melons over our road. ‘The cars all averaged 40 pounds to the Melon: one car averaged 43 poundseach. ‘They were the finest lot of Melons I ever saw, and the quality was delicious.”’ Pkt. 5cts.; ounce 10cts.; 4 1b. 25cts.; pound 75 cts.

The Dixie. |

In this we have a new Watermelon of ex- cellent merits and wecan recommend it as the best shipping Melon grown, being larger, earlier and far more productive than Kolb’s Gem, hitherto considered the best Melon for shipping; darker green and more beautifully striped: longer and extremely hardy: sweet, juicy and tender: very productive, having 6 to 8 large Melons on a vine. We havese- cured some of the genuine stock and offerit es long and 7 to 9’in. at the following low prices: Pkt. 5cts.; ounce |-@ ; Reta res in diameter. Color 10cents; % pound 25cents; pound 75cents. |Z BS ae . y clear, glossy, deep ae : green; flesh beautiful SWEET Agia ae x ==-| deep crimson, extend- HEART. ge = = JONES2 322! ing within less than

sq BLACK DIAMOND. Hy

15.

1 New Halbert Honey.

| ‘This new Melon

i equals in flavorand is

1.as handsome in color

as the Kleckly Sweet. Average 18 to 20 inch-

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: <a half inch of the rind. A fine Melon for the home garden. Pkt. 10 cts.: ounce 12 cts.; Y% Ib. 30cts.: 1 Ib. $1.00. (See Novelty Page for illustration.)

Sweet Heart Watermelon.

When this. Melon first attracted the general attention of gar- choicest seed from original sources and have kept this stock dis- distinct and pure. Our strain is a grand sweet-hearted kind, for home and market use, and will hold its own in the. W ater- melon patch” for many years to come. Car loads still sell at fancy prices in the large markets, and its quality is A1. ‘The following isan accurate description: Wine vigorous and pro- uniformly mottled light and dark green, rind thin but firm; flesh bright red, firm, solid but very tender, melting and sweet.

10 cents; 14 pound 25 cents: pound 75 cents.

the rind being only about one-. half inch in thickness. Seeds—

leaving a largeé solid heart that - does not crack open when ripe.

drawback to this Melon is that ©

ping, the rind being so brittle —

deners, Shippers, hotel and restaurant men, we secured the —

tinct and separate. Weare therefore sure of the true variety, —

ductive, ripening its fruit early. Fruit large, oval, very heavy,

Remains in condition for use longer than any other sort. Don’t © fail to include this variety in your order. -Packet 5 cents; ounce ©

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CHOICEST ONIONS.

CULTURE.—Our book ‘* The Family Gar- den,”’ tells about the néw method of growing Onions, also how to harvest, store and market.

LARGE RED WEATHERSFIELD.

Each packet of Onion Seed will contain one-fourth ounce. It requires about five pounds to sow an acre of ground.

Large Red Weathersfield.

It is often a matter of choice as tocolor in growing Onions. To those who prefera red Onion, we recommend the Red Weathersfield. Next to Globe Danvers this variety is most largely grown. It yields fully equal to the Danvers. In fact, many growers claim it to be more productive. Large size, purplish red skin; flesh white, fine grained; form round, slightly flattened on the top. Its splendid keeping qualities make it easy to hold crop for winter when the prices are high. Pkt. 5cts.: ounce 10cents: % pound 30 cents; pound $1.00, prepaid; 5 pounds by express $4.00.

Extra Early Red. Yellow Strasburg, or Dutch.

Matures very early: yields abundantly an¢ is of mild One of the oldest varieties in cultivation, and can al- flavor; of medium size, deep red in color; flesh white, very | Ways be depended on for a crop. Bulbs quite flat. of good close grained and solid. Particularly recomz:ended for | size, skin yellow: flesh white, of mild flavor and an excel- the North and Northwest. Packet 5 cents; ~uuce 10 cts.; | lent keeper. This is the variety so largely grown for % pound 25 cents: pound 90 cents, prepaid yellow sets. Packet 5 cents; ounce 10 cents: 4% pound 25

Ohi == cents: pound 70 cents, post- 10 pald; 5 lbs. by express $3.00.

Yellow. Globe. POG J ‘ === === Bermuda Onion.

This is generally admitted by seedsmen and Onion grow- ers to be the most desirable Yellow Globe Onion grown. Itis an extra fine selection of the finest shaped, best colored and heaviest yielding Globe Danvers, entirely distinct from the old type of Yellow Globe Danvers. It isa heavy yielder; 800 bushels are fre- quently grown on rich Onion soil. It isa superb Onion for : all kinds of soil, and especial- ly good on muck lands on ac- count of its early maturing qualities. Packet 5 cents: ounce 15 cents: % pound 35 cents: pound $1.25, prepaid:

This is an extra early On- ion that is shipped to our markets from Bermuda. It is also profitably grown in the Southern States for early f Nh Northern markets. The out- {i ih | A | ait | : er skin is a light straw color |

Al Hi cH and flesh pure white. It will

ANN i grow equally well in our cli-

\ mate here, but the Onions do not -grow quite so large: - they, however, retain the mild flavor for which the va- riety isnoted. We handle only the genuine imported stock. Tryit. Pkt. 5cts.: ounce 25 cents: 4 pound 90 cents; pound $3.00.

5 pounds by express $5.00, not prepaid. MARKET GARDENERS Usine seeds in large quantities may send us Yellow Globe Danvers. oie ete for estimates. We can often doa Our “Ideal”? Strain. littte better than our catalegue prices if we

know the quantities and kinds desired.

The finest shaped, best colored and largest cropper of any of the yellow Onions, and entirely distinct from the old type Yellow Globe Danvers. This strain is grown from carefully selected bulbs, everything being rejected that does not come up tostandard in shape and size. Its points of suveriority over the ordinary Yellow Danvers are earliness in ripening, smallness of neck, perfect globe shape and uniformity of shape | and color. It is an immense cropper and will yield more marketable Onions to the acre than any other strain. Thisstrain of Danvers isequal toany and may be relied on as a first-class cropper. Pkt. *cts.; ounce 10 cents: % pound 25 cents: pound 90 cenis, pre- paid: 5 pounds by express $3.50, not prepaid.

Large Red Giobe.

Its perfect globe shape ar< rich purplish crimson color make it extremely desir>tie. Good keeper and of excellent quality. It, howev=: .equires a long season | to mature, hence we canno rcecommend it for the ex- treme North. Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents; 4 pound 45 cents; pound $1.50.

White Portugal, «+ Silverskin.

Flavor mild and pleasant: skin silvery white: of handsome appearance; medium size. <A fine market Onion, also prized by many for pickling. Extensively grown for white sets. Ripens early, is prolific, hardy and an excellent keeper. Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents; % pound 50 cents; pound $1.75. “IDEAL” STRAIN YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS,

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u - The Templin Co., Calla, Ohio. Mammoth Prize Taker.

First introduced in 1888. This magnificent yellow

mion has increased in popularity and is now claimed by many to be the largest, handsomest, finest flavored, most productive and profitable Onion now in cultiva- tion. It closely resembles the beautiful large Spanish Onions we see offered in the city markets at fancy prices. In fact the only diffe--nce between them, is that the Prizetaker is grown in s-merica from American grown seed, while the others are imported. They are of a clear bright straw color, and always grow to a uniform shape. being a perfect globe with a very small neck, always ripening up perfectly: of uniform, large size, frequently weighing two or three poundseach ‘The seed we offer are American grown, being far superior to imported seed. Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents: 4% pound 40 cents: pound $1.25, postpaid; 5 pounds by express 35.00.

Early Yellow Cracker.

We offer an extra fine stock of the true Early Cracker Onion, which is undoubtedly the earliest of all yellow Onions. It has very small top, insuring early ripen-~ ing. An excellent keeper. Packet 5 cents; ounce 10 MAMMOTH PRIZETAKER. cents; 4 pound 25 cents;

: pound 80 cents. Australian Brown.

'This Onion is of recent introduction, and its extraordinary keeping qualities have made it a favorite variety with those who bave planted it. Th: bulbs grow toa good marketable size and are very hard and solid. ‘They ripen earlier than ?ither Yellow Danvers or Red Weathersfield, are beautiful brown color and mild flavor. A good thing in their favoris the fact that the crop runs uniform in size and shape; nearly every plant produces a fine Onion. It has the reputation of keeping indefinitely, and we think from its firmness and hard- ness that it will keep in good condition longer than any other Onion known. When once bought the purchaser will be likely toreturn and call again for “those beautiful brown Onions.”’ Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents; % pound 40 cts.; pound $1.25,

AUSTRALIAN BROWN.

New White Queen.

A beautiful, rapid growing Onion, of very mild flavor. Skin pure silvery white. They grow small in size and can be sown thickly. Extremely early and productive; unsurpassed for pickling. Should be thoroughly dried and stored in a dry place as soon as ripe. Packet 5cents: ounce 20 cents; % pound 60 cents: pound $2.00.

WHITE QUEEN.

True Globe Shaped.

The Southport Globe Onions are probably the handsomest Onions grown, and always bring the highest market prices. They, however, are not quite so early as the flatter varieties.

Southport White Globe. Pure white color, mild flavor, and equally as good for keeping as the yellow sort. It is an enor- mous yielder, sometimes producing as much as 1,300 bushels to the acre, and always sells at high prices. It is best to dry these Onions in a shady place, and one where they will get plenty of air. Our seed of this splendid variety is very fine, and raised from selected bulbs, and is much better than ordi- nary seed offered by other houses. Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents; 4% pound 50 cents; pound $1.75, prepaid.

Southport Yellow Globe, A very large, handsome, globular- shaped yellow variety, very productive, of mild flavor. This 5$ ‘is also qa favorite variety with the Onion grower. Theouter ’ : skin is a beautiful pale yellow; the bulbs areof a beautiful globe shape, and good keepers. ‘The Connecticut-grown seed of this variety is far better than that grown-in other sections, and will produce larger and better crops. Packet 5 cents; ounce 15 cents; % pound 45 cents; pound $1.50.

10—_ Onn we LLL NOT We make a Specialty of Red Weathersfield and Yellow Giobe Danvers Onion Seed. Write us fot 1 special prices in large quantity. We are confident our seeds will give satisfaction.

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ITALIAN ONIONS.

The Italian Onions are very popular, owing to their quick growth and mild flavor. They are especially popular in the South. Some of the varieties grow to very large size, Weighing from 2 to3 pounds from seed.

Extra Early Barletta.

The earliest Onion in cultivation. They are of a pur: paper white color, very mild and delicate in flavor: size from one toone and a half itchesin diameter. _At maturity 1! : tops die down directly to the bulbs, leaving the neatest anc handsomest little Onion imaginable. Unsurpassed for pick ) ling. Pkt. 5cts.; oz. 20 cts.: 4 lb. 0 cts ; Ib. $1.75.

Giant Rocca.

_ A well known Italian Onion of very delicate, mild flavor, immense size, handsome globular form, and light reddish brown color. Itis valuable for both autumn and spring sowing. Quite extensively grown in some sections where they produce immense crops. single bulbs frequently weighing one toone and a half poundseach. <A good keeper. Very satisfac- tory variety. Grows rapidly, and will produce large Onions from Seed the first season. Pkt. 5 cts.:0z. 15cts.: 4 Ib. 40 cts.3 1b, $1.50.

Mammoth Silver King.

as One of the largest and most attrac- RNS tive of all Onions. Single specimens

frequently attaining two and a hal & to four pounds in weight. Of handsome ‘ silvery white appearance, and excels all others in mildness of flavor. Al ways commanding the highest mar. ket price. Pkt. 5cts,;0z. 10cts.; 4% Ib 30 cts.; Ib. $1.00.

s ’ + |Giant White

,’ ’ . Italian Tripoli. Bulbs of large size and beautifui form; with pure pearly-white skin § Under good cultivation the bulbs car S$ be raised in a single season from seed. . weighing from one to one and a hal. ¥ pounds, but will attain much larger Size from sets. Pkt. 5 cents: ounce 13

cents: 4 lb. 50 cents; Ib. $1.75.

ONION SETS.

Many prefer to grow their Onions from sets, as they are less trouble ta grow and areready to use much earlier than those grown from seed.

Yellow Onion Sets. These are grown from Yellow Danvers and Strasburg, wh ¢ and will produce Onions of good size

gS” A and quality. Pint 15 cts.; qt. 25 cts., - postpaid. By express, not prepaid, qt. 20 cts.: 2 qts. 35cts.; 4 qts. 65 cts.; peck $1.10.

White Onion Sets. Grown from a fine strain of White Silverskin. Fine for early bunch Onions, or if allowed to mature will produce handsome large W'S Onions. Pint 20cts.; qt. 30 cts., post- paid. By Express, not prepaid, qt. 25 cts.; 2 qts.

a5 s. 75 cts.; pk. $1.25. Okra, or Gombo. | sts# 4ats Sets BS Prices by the bushel vary White Velvet. This vegeta- with the market,—please write ble is highly esteemed in the 2 oe . - ‘ South and is fast becoming pop- Jor quotations. J ery scarce. ular in the North and West. It is easily grown aud greatly esteemed for stews; soups, etc. The young, tender seed pods (areused similar to Asparagus or Snap Beans. The variety we offer is distinct in appear- ance and manner of growth} from the common variety; the} pods are much larger, thicker flesh, more tender and nutri- tious. One ounce sows 100 feet - $e of drill. Packet 5 cents; ounce OERA. 10 cents: 4 ounces 25 cents.

BARLETTA.

PARSNIPS.

Sow as early in the spring as the weather will admit. in drills 15 inches 4% apart and halfaninch deep, in rich, well manured ground, well dug. Cul-' tivate similar to carrots, and thin to6 | inches apartin the rows. The roots improve by being leftin the ground un- til spring, securing enough in pits or the cellar for winter use. One ounce to 200 feet of drill, 4 to 6 lbs. for an acre.

Hollow Crown.

This is the popular old variety that 8 everybody grows. Roots of large size, ® always smooth; rich, sweet flavor and enormous'y productive. Largely grown for stock and equally desirable for ta- BX ble use. The top grows from a depres- sion in the crown, hence the name Hol- low Crown. % oz. pkt. 5cts.: 0z. 10 cts.3 4 ozs. 20 cts.; 8 ozs. 35 cts.

Improved Guernsey.

We consider this the best Parsnip for “8 si Speake 4 market gardner or ametuer. The root A = = is smooth and the flesh fine grained Ses. CRO

and of excellent quality. Itis a heavy W cropper. Being larger in diameter and = shorter than the Hollow Crown, it is harvested with less labor. Excellent for stock as well as for the table. % oz. pkt. 5 cts.: oz. 10 cts.; 4 ozs. 20 cts.; 8 ozs. 35-cents.

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SELECT PEAS.

CULTURE.—When grown for market, sow in single rows one-inch apart and two to three inches deep, the rows from tivo to four feet apart, according to vari- ety. When grown in garden, sow in double rows six to eight inches apart: tall sorts require brush. Begin sowing the extra-early varieties as soon as the ground can be worked in February and March; ccntinue for a succession every two weeks until June.

One quart will plant 100 feet of drill; § {!-2 bushels for an acre.

Our Peas are grown for us in the extreme northern part of New York State near the border of Canada, where the best Peas are grown, being free from the troublesome Pea weevil, and of strong vitality. Owing to an unusually cold and wet season last year, the crop of seed Peas will be very short this seasor, and prices will, therefore, be somewhat higher than usual. Fortunately, however, we placed much larger contract orders than usual, and are therefore now in a position to supply any reasonable demand at only a siight advance in prices.

Extra Early Premium Gem.

A very fine, extra early dwarf Pea of the Little Gem type, on which itisa decided improvement: larger pods and more productive. Oneof-the best early,

dwarf, wrinkled Peas for mar- g ket and family use, growing twelve to fifteen inches high, and needs no brush. Packet 6cents: % pint 15cents: pint 25 cents; quart 40 cents, post- paid. By express, quart 25 cets.:4 quarts 90 cts; peck $1.75.

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AMERICAN WONDER.

American Wonder.

Wai The earliest Wrinkled Pea. This variety li stands at the head of the list of Peas in point of we favor and quality. It is a hybrid of fixed habit. igi between the well known Champion of England ‘Sly and the Little Gem; it possesses the merits of W| Doth, with additional claims to notice. The it vine grows 10 to 12 inches high, and very prolific will in pods of striking form and size. It is of finest i! favor. In maturing it is among the first. Peas ii planted in June matured in 33 days. It is par- Wii ticularly adapted for family use, as it requires \4 no brush or other support. We have taken i] creat pains in selecting and growing our stock WW and we knowit to be pure and true. Dry Peas 4, are medium size, much wrinkled and pale green. ii Very scarce this year. Packet 6 cents; Y% pint Ni 18 cents; pint 30 cents; quart 55 cents, postpaid. iW By express, quart 40 cts.: 4 ats. $1.25; peck $2.25.

First of Ali.

As the name indicates this is an extremely early variety, growing about thirty inches high, and wonderfully productive. Pods of large size and well filled with medium size, smooth, light colored Peas. This is a very satisfactory varie- ty: we sell more of this than of any other one variety. Pkt. 6c.;% pt. 15c.; pint 25c.; qt. 40c. By express, at, 25c.; 4 qt. 85c.; pk. $1.50: bu.$5.00.

MeLean’s Advancer.

A very desirable second early variety attain- ing a height of about thirty inches. Those who object to the old Champion of England on ac- count of its tall growth will be pleased with this variety. Itis not only dwarfer but considerably earlier and equal in quality to that popular old variety. Pkt. 5c: % pt. 15c; pt. 25c: at. 40c, post- paid. By express, at. 25c; 4 qts. 80c; pk. $1.50.

Horseford’s Market Garden.

A grand large wrinkled Pea, growing about. 30 inches high; is wonderfully prolific, having yielded more shelled Peas to the acre than any other variety. Pkt, 6c: % pt. 12c; pt. 20c: qt. 35c, postpaid. By express. qt. 20c; 4 ats. 60c; pk. $1.10.

M’LEAN’S ADVANCER.

new variety of close,

The Templin Co., Calla, Ohio.

bd ‘ Nott’s Excelsior. The Best and Sweetest Early Dwarf Wrinkled Pea. ‘This is a very fine, highly bred

compact, dwarf growth, with quite large pods; fully 4% larger than those of American Wonder and maturing almost as early. Pods average 3 inches in length. Peas large and of unusually “sweet flavor. Yields more shelled Peas than other dwarf varieties of the same season. Pkt’ 10c.: %®pt.15c.; pt. 25c.; qt. 45 cts., postpaid. Fy express, quart <O0cts. 4 quarts $1.10; peck $2.00.

Extra Early Alaska.

Conceded to be the earliest Pea in cultivation. Peas are of medium size, smooth and of a bluish-green color when ripe. Of excellent qual- ity; one of the best Peas ferown. See page 11 for further description and illustration among Novelties. Pkt. &c: % pt. 10c; pt. 18c; qt. 30c, postpaid. By express, at. 15c; 4 qts. 50c; pk. 90c. bu. $3.50.

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sz . a L + Everbearing. Bee vines of this excellent variety attain a eight of 2 to 2% feet, bearing in great profusion ‘ge pods 3 to 4 inches long, and containing 6 to8 ze Peas of excellent flavor, tender and sweet. iceable feature in this variety is its tendency to and produce Peas through a longer period ‘than other varieties. The Peas are quite large, ‘wrinkled, cook quickly and are of superior quality. Packet 8 cents; % pint 15 cents; pint 25 cents: 40 cents, postpaid. By express, quart 25 its; 4 quarts 75 cents; peck $1.40; bushel $5.00.

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Unquestionably one of the best tall, medium ate main crop Peas grown. Unusually produc- i tive and of the finest quality. Vines very vigor- _ ous, height about 4 feet, averaging 18 to 20 pods to | the stalk; the pods are of large size, containing 6 to 8 Peas each, which are of a pale color and are

ely packed together in the pods; of excellent sugary flavor. | This variety has become quite popular. There is certainly no better main crop Pea grown. t. 6cts.; %% pint 15cts.; pint cts.; quart 40 cents, postpaid. | By e=>ress, quart 25 cts.: 4 qts. “W5cts.; peck $1.40; bushel $5.00.

. eS Gradus.

(See Novelties, page 10.) - Barliest large-podded Pea in cultivation: as early as Alaska or other early varieties. The Peas are tender, sweet. of extra ‘size; pods average four to four and one-half inches long, and contain eight to ten Peas: height two and one-half feet. Price, packet 10 cents; 3% pint 20 cents; pint 35 cents, by mail, postpaid.

lighter in color.

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White Marrowfat.

One of the oldest and most popular Peas grown. Very similar to Black-eyed Marrowfat, except that the Peas are Pkt. 5cts.: % pint 12 cts.: pint 20 cents: qt. 35c, postpaid. By express, qt. 25c: 4 qts. 75c; pk. $1.25.

Large

Abundance.

A valuable medium early wrinkled Pea, growing 18 to 24 inches high. A desirable feature of this variety is its re- markable tendency to branch out at the ground, and for this reason it need not be planted so thickly as other varie- ties. It is very productive, being heavily laden with long pods containing 6 to 8 large wrinkled Peas of excellent qual- ity. One of the best second early varieties. Packet 6 cts.: f ¥% pint 12 cents; pint 20 cents: quart 35 cents, postpaid. By express, quart 20 cents: 4 quarts 70 cents: peck $1.25.

“The Alderman.”

A splendid new Pea which will command attention for its earliness and excellent quality. For full description and illustration see Novelties, page 11; also painting from nature en outside cover page. CHAMP. OF ENGLANL-

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Black-Eyed Marrowfat.

An old and still widely popular smooth ‘Pea: quite early and remarkably productive. Peas of large size and excellent flavor. .One of the hardiest Peas in cultivation. Largely grown for canning purposes, and equally desirable for home use, although not quite as sweet as the wrinkled sorts. Pkt. Scents: '2 pint 10 cents: pint 18 cents: quart 35 cents, post- oaid. By express, quart 20 cts.: 4 quarts 60 cts.: peck $1.00.

Champion of England.

Universally admitted to be one of the richest and best flavored Peas grown, as well as the most productive. No wonder it still retains its place as the most popular late variety. Grows about five feet high, and of course is much more productive than the dwarf- } er varieties.«Pkt. 5 cts.: % pint 12cts.: pint 20 cts.: quart 35 cts., postpaid. By express, qt. 20c.: 4 qt. 70c; pk. $1.25.

Dwarf Gray Sugar. (EDIBLE POD.)

A very fine .Pea growing about 20 inches high, producing Peas of fine quality, which are cooked same as string Beans, being tender and swect, but not so fine as our Dwarf Melting Sugar, as found on page 10. Packet 6 cents: %2 pint 15 cents: pint 25 cents; quart 40 cents, by mail, postpaid.

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PEPPERS.

CULTURE.—Sow in a hot bed in April and transplant to the open ground when the weather is favorable. They should be planted in warm, mellow soil, in rows 18 inches apart. ‘They may also be sown in the open ground when the danger of frost is past and the soil is warm and weather settled. One ounce of seed will produce about two thousand plants.

Ruby King.

We place this variety at the head of the list because it is generally considered the best of all the large varieties. ‘The plants grow about two feet high and produce fine crops of handsome, large, scarlet fruit, which ripens somewhat earlier than any other large variety. Flesh thick, sweet and mild. Especially fine for salads, or stuffed for mangoes. Packet < 5cents; ounce 20 cents; 4 ounces 75 cents.

Red Cherry.

A small round variety of dwarf habit; rich scarlet in color, forming pretty, ornamental plants. Fruit very hot, valuable \ for seasoning pickles, etc. Packet 5 cts.: ounce 20 cents.

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Golden Queen.

To say that this Pepperis a yellow “‘Ruby King” is the highest { praise that can be bestowed on it. Golden Queen is the best of all & Yellow Peppers. Itis always large, sometimes reaching six tog eight inches in length and four inches in diameter. Itis very productive, several large fruits being produced on each plant. In flavor it is fully as mild as ‘“‘ Ruby King.” Its size and appear- ance always command good prices. Pkt. 5cts.; oz. 25cts.

. New Chinese Giant Pepper.

The extremely large size of the peppers is a great Surprise to all who grow them. ‘The plantis of strong, vigorous growth, about two feet high when fully grown, and very prolific. The pep- pers grow much larger than “‘ Ruby King,” and are ofa bright scarlet color when ripe. ‘Flesh is thick and mild. Require a long sheuld be set out early. Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c.

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Coral Gem Boquet Pepper.

This is oneof the most beautiful ofall Peppers. Plant of dwarf, compact, Symmetrical form, and ccmpletely covering itself with hundreds of small bright coral-red peppers. giving it the appear- ance of a ““Boquet of Corals.”? The peppers are intensely hot, hence valuable for medicinal purposes as well as for the great beauty of the plant. Packet 10 cents; ounce 50 cents.

Tabasco Pepper.

‘Tabasco Sauce has a national reputation for flavoring soups, meats,etc. Thelittle bright red peppers about an inch long, are produced in sprays on large bushes. "They areextremly hot and fiery in flavor. Include this in your order. Pkt. 10 cts.:; oz. 50 cts.

Red Cayenne.

Long, slim, pointed pods, bright coralred when ripe. Extreme- ly strong and pungent. ‘This is the sort used for commercial pur- poses, and is also the most desirable variety for making pepper sauce. Packet 5 cents; ounce 20 cents.

Each packet of Peppers wili contain 300 seeds.

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Champion Moss-Curled. A beautiful and val- uable English variety. The moss-like leaves are beautifully crimped and curled. Indispen- sable for seasoning soups, meats, etc. Useful for salads, garnishing, and for ornamental borders in the flower garden. Ifthe leaves are dried in a cool place they will retain their fla- voring for winter use. Weoffer only the one variety as we consider it superior to all others. ‘See cut opposite.) Packet 5 cts.; ounce 10 cts.

Chinese Giant Mustard. 472

riety cf Mustard. highly prized by many for salads or for boiling and serving like Spinach. The leaves are twice the size of the ordinary Mustard. Can be used in six weeks after sowing. Pkt. 5cts.; oz. 10 cts.; 40zs. 25 cts.

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“Lake Shore” Field. Pumpkin.

The above illustration is a true representation from a photograph of a field of the celebrated “‘Lake Shore Strain” of SELECTED FIELD PUMPKINS, as grown by Cummings & Co., of Northern Ohio. This is probably the finest strain-of Field Pumpkins in the Uuited States to-day, as they make a specialty of growing pumpkins for canning purposes, and have by careful selection of stock seed brought them up tothe highest state of perfection. Field Pumpkins planted with corn are one of the most valuable crops a farmer can grow for feeding stock, if the cost of producing them is taken into consideration. The seed we offer is grown expressly for us by Cummings & Co., and can therefore be depended on to produce the very best results. Price, by mail, postpaid, packet 5ceats, % pound 15cents; pound 35cents, By express, not prepaid, 5 pounds $1.00.

Cushaw.

This is the genuine Cushaw of ‘‘ Ye olden times,” and is still a general favorite. Very hardy and easy of culture; skin is dark green, striped and mottled creamy-yellew: flesh rich yellow and of excellent quality. Valuable both for table use and stock feeding. Packet 5cents; 4% pound 30 cents.

New Golden Oblong.

A very fine, new and productive variety, averaging 15 to 18 inches in length and 7-to 8 inches in diameter. Skin dark green S when young, changing to golden yellow as it ripens. Flesh 3

-Tich yellow, very sweet, dry and an excellent variety for pies. Will keep all winterin acool, dry room. You will not be dis- appointed if you grow this variety. Packet 5cts.; % Ib. 20 cts.

Quaker Pie. CUSHAW PUMPKIN. A distinct variety from N. Y, State where it has been grown W inter Luxury. for many years in a settlement of Quakers. Shape nearly oval,

tapering slightly towards both ends. Color creamy-white both | This valuable new Pumpkin is the result of sev- inside and out. Flesh sweet, thick, and an excellent keeper. | °T@! years careful selection by a veteran Pumpkin Packet 5 cents; 3% pound 40 cents. grower, and is pronounced by many to be the best : |} pie Pumpkin grown, Size medium, averaging 10 to

as | daa 12 inches in diameter: color rich golden-yellow, finely netted like

a musk-melon, Anexcellent winter keeper. Pkt. 5c.; 4 Ib. 25c. -

Yankee Pie, or Small Sugar.

This is the noted New England pie Pumpkin. The sweetest pumpkin grown and unequalled for pies. It somewhat resembles the common field Pumpkin, but is smaller in size and usudlly ) round inform. Packet 5cents; 4% pound 20 cents.

Jonathan, or Large Whiie Cushaw.

Pronounced by a veteran Pumpkin grower to be one of the finest articles he has ever grown. Very prolific and smooth; flesh thick, very sweet and fine for pies. An excellent keeper. Packet 5 cents; 4% pound 25 cents.

Tennesee Sweet Potato.

A pear-shaped Pumpkin. Creamy-white in color, sometimes striped with green: flesh creamy-white, fine grained, thick, dry and brittle: quality the very best. For cooking this variety has nosuperior. Packet 5 cents; 4% pound 25 cents.

g a TEED Eack packet of Pumpkin Seed will contain I-2 ounce YANKEE PIE, OR SUGAR PUMPKIN. sufficient for 12 to 15 hills. With corn t-2 tof lb per acre

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_ Along, smooth radish red above and shad- ing toclear white at the tip, as shown in the illustration. Large, but both brittle and ten- '/% der. ‘This radish makes the finest appearance on the market stall, and for this reason.is grown extensively by market gardeners. One of the most distinct and valuable varieties grown.. Unexcelled either for early summeror 22s autumn planting. “Packet 5cents; ounce 10 cents; 4 poand 25 cents; pound -75 cents.

=.” Barly Long Scarlet.

A.handsome and desirable early variety for market or home gardens. ‘They grow straight and smooth and from six to seven inches long. The flesh is very tender, crisp and Gelicious, never becoming pithy or hollow. ‘The skin is very thin and is of an attractive, bright scar- let: color. Pkt 5 cts.; oz. 10 cts.;: % lb. 20 cts.;

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| white. L tender. Itisa quick grower, and is still popular variety. Probably the most pop- ular Radish ever introduced. ‘The ac- companying illustration gives a good idea ofits form and size. We believe there is no better radish grown. Our stock is very pure and will certainly give excellent sat- isfaction. for ‘amily use. Ib. 20 cts.; lb. 60 cts.

Earliest White.

= : === ish, but earliest of any color, good sized Radishes having been pulled in from 15 to 18 days after sowing. ‘The Radishes are = pure white, oblong. crisp and tender. The === topsar nall, which renders them suit- ab! _orcing and admits of close plant- - «ts size and shape are shown by the “ccompanying illustration. Pkt. 5 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % lb. 30 cts.; 1b. $1.00,

“Ha ilstone.”

: The quickest growing Radish on record. = Ready for the table in from fifteen to nineteen days. = The Radishes are regularly “‘turnip shaped.”” ‘They

? measure one inch in diameter and about aD inch in depth; round, smooth and snowy white, with a slen- der taproot. Flesh solid, crisp and mild in flavor. 2 Extreme earliness, handsome appearace, solidity

makeit popular. Pkt. 5c;oz. 15c; 4 lb. 35c; Ib. $1.25.

EARLIEST WHITE,

i,“ SELECT RADISHES.|

CULTURE.—Radishes delight in light, rich, mellow suil, and to be crisp and tender must make rapid growth. For very early use, sow in a gentle hotbed in January, and continue sowing every two weeks until September, in drills 10 inches apart, thinning plants to two inches | Sow winter Radishes in midsummer, and take up before severe frosts and store in sand or earth in a cool cellar. ounce will sow 100 feet of drill.

Early Round Dark Red.

_ Quick growth is one of the main essentials for a crisp and tender Rad- ish. This matures in 20 days after sowing, which makes it one of the most valuable sorts for forcing or out door culture.

The leaves are very short, which admits of very close }

count of its size and attractive appearance. plied initsname. Packet 5cts.; 0z. 10cts.; 4 Ib. 25 cts.; lb. 7Scts.

ii Early Scarlet Globe.

A desirable Turnip sort for hot-bed forcing and out doors; very early; flavor mild, crisp, juicy and tender: |

on account of its bright scarlet color and handsome shape; is ready in Our stock of this is the very best, selected with special care as tosize, shape, color and earliness. Packet 5 cents; ounce 10 cents; 4% pound 20 cents; pound 60 cents.

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French Breakfast. DZ

This pretty Radish in color is bright red, tipped with It is oblong in shape, and in quality iscrisp and

One of the best early Radishes =

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This is not only the earliest White Rad- ~

One Each packet will contain one-fifth ounce.

The flesh is pure } pleasant flavor: the skin is a most attractive

a great favorite with market gardeners on ac- Its beautiful color is im-

top small; will stand heat without the best selling and most attractive Radishes

A popular standard variety.

= New L2afless.

This new Radish is remarkable for the sniai §) size of its leaves. The roots grow so quickly }) that they are practically in: advance of the leaves, and for this reason it is called ‘‘Leaf

red in color, slightly oblong in shape aid off) excellent quality. See novelty page for illus-§) tration.. Try it as we know you will be pleas-]| ed. Pkt. 5cts.; 0z. 10 cts., 2 ozs. 35 cts.

Crimson Giant Forcing. |

A new variety combining earliness and]} great’size. [ft grows much larger than other} forcing. varieties, but does not become pithy} even when fully twice as large in diameter and a week older. Colora beautiful crimson car- mine; flesh firm, crisp and tender. See novel-} ty page for illustration. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 15 cts.; % lb. 30 cts,; Ib. $1.00. Postpaid.

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Vegetable Department. White Tip Scarlet Ball.

This is without doubt one of the earliest Radishes grown. Shap2 periectly globular, with rich deep scarlet top blending with pure waxy white at the bottom: of medium size and excellent quality. One of the best for early forcing, and equally desirable for early planting in the garden. Pkt. 5cts.; oz. 10c.; 4 Ib. 20c.; Ib. 50c.

Early White Turnip Shape.

A very handsome and popular early globe-shaped white varie- ty. Of quick growth; roots round, pure white; tails very thin; leaves short; flavor excellent; fine for forcing or open. One of the most satisfactory white varieties grown. Verycrisp and tender, Packet 5 cents; ounce 10 cents; 4 pound 20cents.; pound 50 cts,

New White “Icicle” Radish.

An entirely distinct new variety, producing long, slender, pure white, transparent Radishes from which it derives the name. Much earlier than any other long white variety, while the roots continue brittle, crisp and mild for a long time. From one plant- ing of seed, tender Radishes may be had for the table for a longer period than from any other variety. Burpee says: “‘We can recommend the new ‘Icicle’ Radish as being quite equal, or even Superior to the finest long scarlet varieties.*? Roots about four inches long and a half inch in diameter. <A desirable variety for the home garden, and the market gardeners will find it a money maker. Pkt. 10 cts.; ounce 15 cts.; 4 pound 30 cts.; pound 75 cts.

Yellow Summer Turnip.

A very desirable early Radish, with golden-brown skin and small top. Ready for table 4 weeks from sowing in open ground, flesh en, Wy white and crisp, an! fine flavor. Can AN XC) My be sown in close rows. Withstands = Wi 4 summer heat well. The only yellow variety in the entire list, and will prove a welcome addition. Pkt. 5cts.: ounce 10 cts.: % lb. 25 cts.; Ib. 90 cts.

Triumph.

This is the most attractive in appearance of the many beautiful varieties of this popular class of veg- etables. The roots are round, with small top; the color is unique, white splashed and striped with bright scarlet. It is one of the earliest, is crisp, tender and of mild flavor; is exceptionally: good for cultivation un- der glass, and does well in the open ground. Packet 5cts.: ounce 20 cts. Y% pound 35 cents; pound $1.00.

White Strasburg.

One of the most satisfactory varie- ties grown. Of large size, producing uniform, long, smooth, pure white roots of excellent quality. Always solid and crisp, resisting heat toa remarkable degree. Fine for summer and autumn. Pkt. 5 cts.; ounce 10 cts.; % pound 20cts.; pound 60ct.

Mixed Radishes.

A superb mixthre of all kinds of Radishes, early, Medium, fall, win- Y ter, Chinese, etc.

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Black Spanish. *

- iS An excellent va- = riety for autumn and winter use. Of long, smooth, taper- ing form: skin dark ‘Y ry packet to order, as it produces a!brown, fle-h white and of good quali-

_ great assortment of early and late ty. Store in sand in the cellar. Pkt.

} varieties. Pkt. 5 cents. | 5c.30z. 10c.: % Ib. 25c.: 1b. 80c.

Rhubarb, or Pie Plant.

Fine plants of Rhubarb can easily be grown from seed. . making a very cheap way cf securing a supply of plants for “ setting out a permanent bed. Sow the seed in drills fifteen Keep well culti- We offc. only one variety,

4~to eighteen inches apart, in early spring. WJ vated and they will grow rapidly. which is conceded to be the best in cultivation. a Myatt’s Victoria. The most popular variety. Packet 10 RHUBARB. cents; ounce 15cents; % pound 50 cents; pound $1.75.

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Winter Varieties Chinese Celestial. —

This\is the largest and finest of the Chinese varieties. They grow to very large Size. from 12 to 15-inches long and 4 toS5inches in diameter. Color pure white. ard always ‘olid and crisp. A {imemarkeéet variety: Pkt. Ects.; 0z. 10 cts.; 74 Ib. 25 cts:1b. 80cts

Chinese Rose. |

Scarlet China. A very popular fall and winter variety. Half long in shape. scarlet above ground, shading to bright rose. Flesh pure white and as crisp as an apple. A splendid keeper, fine for market. Pkt. 5cts.; oz. 10 cts.: 4% Ib. 25 cts.: Ib. 80 cts.

California Mammcth White.

This monstrous white Radish was intreduced intoCalifornia from China. Grows large, partly above ground; flesh solid, crisp, of excellent quality. An excellent keeper. Pkt. 5 cents: cz. 10 cts.; 4% Ib. 25 cts.: 1b. 80 cts.

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CUL’FU RE.—Squashes are all quite tender, therefore should not be planted until the ground becomes quite warm. Weusually plant them

here about the first of June. .The summer varieties should be used while young and tender; while winter varieties are not at their best uniil ripe.

Each packet will contain {-2 ounce of seed, sufficient to plant 10 to 20 hills. From 3 to 4 pounds will plant an acre.

Giant Bush Summer Crookneck.

A desirable bright yellow Summer Squash: twice as large as the ordi- nary Summer Crookneck; more warty and several days earlier. Vine grows in bush form and bears profusely all summer provided they are used as soon as large enough and not allowed toripen. A very satisfac- tory squash. Packet 5cents; 4 Ib. 25 cents.

Improved White Bush Scalloped.

An improved: strain of thecommon White Bush Patty Pan, growing much larger, attaining twelve to fifteen inches in diameter; otherwise it is identical with the popular old variety. Packet. 5cts.; % Ib. 25cts.

Mammoth Yellow Bush, or Golden Custard.

This is an improved type of the popular Patty Pan Squash. ‘The vine Brows in bush form, and is wonderfully productive. The Squashes grow to large size, averaging 12 to15inches in diameter. They should be used while quite young. Color golden-yellow. Pkt. 5cts.; % Ib. 20 cts. ent

White Pineapple. - A favorite Squash that may be used when young like the Patty Pan, and when matured makes excellent pies. Color

creamy-white. An excellent keeper: may be kept all winter. We recommend this variety. Pkt. 5cts.: % 1b. 25 cts. :

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Boston Marrow.

‘A very popular variety for autumn and early winter use. Ovalin form; skin very thin, bright orange-yellow. Flesh dry, fine graincd and of excellent quality. Of very easy culture and unusually productive. ‘The skin is thin, but it is a good keep- er and unexcelled for pies. Will prove satisfactory. Packet Scents: 44 pound 40 cents.

: Essex Hybrid..

Skin a rich orange-red. Flesh thick and solid, of a rich orange salmon color. One of the finest grained, richest flavored, sweet- est and most prolific of all winter Squashes. Ripens early and will keep until the following spring. Claimed by some to be one of the most productive varieties ever introduced Try it. Pkt. Scents: 4 pound 40 cents.

MAMMOTH YELLOW BUSH.

The Faxon Squash.

A valuable Squash of recent intro- duction. Differs from all others in color when ripe; some are pale yellow while others on the same vine are mottled green. Flesh thick, deep orange-yellowin color and very sweet Packet 5cents; 4 Ib. 30 cents.

Fordhook Squash.

Unquestionably one of the most valuable Squashes ever introduced. The vines are of strong, vigorous growth and wonderfully productive. Sure to produce a crop When all others fail. Fruit oblong in form, 3 to 10 inches long, slightly ribbed; smooth, thin, yellow skin: flesh thick, fry and sweet. Equalin quality to the best Winter Squashes. ‘The young, tender squashes may be used - same as Summer Squashes, or if al- : lowed to mature will keep all winter. . They are smallin size as compared . aa with some other varieties, but wha i they lack in size they more than #)\%4!

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Orange Marrow.

The skin resembles a rough orange. ‘This variety is very early and productive. Quali- ty excellent when matured. May be used when young same as Summer Squashes. Also fine for autumn and early winter use. One of the best varieties in cultivation, and should =, havea place in every garden. Pkt. 5 cents; \ 4 pound 40 cents.

/ y ! New Golden Bronze.

Yj — Resembles Boston Marrow in form, having LY A the same wrinkled skin. Color, dark grayish Y g green, with bronze on upper surface when ripe. ss Mesh bright golden-yellow, of fine grain and = — quality. Good yielder and keeps all winter. Packet 10 cen’s: curce 70 cents. .

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make up in quantity and quality. . A single vine will produce a dozen or § more Squashes. You will not make : a mistake by planting this variety. Fi

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True Hubbard.

Generally considered the best Win- ter Squash. Skin rough, very dark green, shell hard. Flesh dark yellow, fine grained, dry and Sweet. ‘*Good as a Sweet-potato.’? Always bakes dry. Will keep until spring. The seed we offer are of the true Hubbard. Packet Scents; 4 pound 40 cents,

Golden Hubbard.

This new Squash, of recent introduction, is a sport from the well known cld Hubbard, which it closely resembles in every respect except in color, being a bright golden orange: and while it retains all the ex- cellent qualities of the old Hubbard, it is much more vigorous and productive. In keeping qualities it has no superior, keeping perfectly throughout the winter. Packet 5cents: 4 pound 40 cents.

Chicago Warted Hubbard.

A sport from the common Hubbard, with a more — rough, warty Skin. Claimed by Chicago seedsmen to be larger than the old variety and superior in every way, If _is any better than the true Hubbard, everybody should grow it. Packet 5cents; % pound 50 cents.

Perfect Gem, or Cocoanut.

This is rightly named, as it is certainly a gem among Squashes. It is one of the easiest to grow and is remarkably productive. The Squashes are of <= medium size, ané creamy white in color; with thin, smooth shell slightly

- ribbed. A desirable variety for both summer and winter use. This variety - should ‘be found in every garden. Packet 5cents; % pound 40 cents.

Mammoth Chili.

The largest Squash in cultivation, often exceeding one hundred pounds in 3 ; . weight. Skin rich orange-yellow; flesh thick, bright yellow and of excellent SS 5 : SS auality, considering the size, but of course is not equal in quality to the small- ye : SS er growing varieties. Packet 10 cents; 4 pound 60 cents. =]

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Brazilian Sugar.

A new variety claimed to be the highest favored and sweetest of all the = Squashes. Enormously productive, a single plant having yielded as many as = iwelve perfect Squashes. Flesh yellow, tinted green. As early as Boston Marrow. Hard shell; keeps all winter. This variety is a wide favorite, and should be grown by all who really desire a Squash of high quality. Packet

Scents: 4% pound 40 cents.

PERFECT GEM.

Marblehead Squash.

A standard old variety somewhat in the style of Hubbard, but a little more elongated and having a_bright bluish-green skin. /Y Flesh sweet, dry and of a fine quality. Packet 10cts.; % Ib. 40cts.

SPINACH.

This is a very important crop, both for family use and for mar- ket. Sow as early in the spring as ground can be prepared, for early summer use, Sow in September for late fall and ear!y spring. It delights in rich soil, and thrives during cool, spring weather.

BRAZILIAN SUGAR.’

Long. Standing.

This is the most popular variety. Especially desirabk for early spring sowing, as it remains in condition to use a 4 long time before running toseed. For early spring use,

= sow in September and cover with straw over winter. Y% oz.

New Victoria.

A valuable new variety. The foliage is thick and heavy, the broad, dark green leaves being of the true*curlec Savoy <=— type. It is of quick growth and remains in good cona ition 2. SS=~ for a longer period than any other variety of Spinach. tS SL @ % ounce packet 5 cents: ounces 10 cents.

FRUIT TREE On pages 60 and 61 v-e are offering choice varieties of Apples, Peaches, Plums, Pears and Cher-

' ries, Allare very thrifty and fine: % to inches in digmeter. Single prices are lower than local nursery prices; prices of entire collection unprecedented. Every variety tn the collection is of sterting merit, and are especially valuable because of their free bearing and fine quality of the fruit. Ask your neighbors teorder with you.

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~fARLiesr | OMATOES.

>, aN Su sae CULTURE.—Tomatoes do best on light, warm, not very rich soil, SNS). : TQ success depends upon securing a rapid, vigorous and unchecked ez) “ srowth during the early part of the season. Sow seeds in hot-beds six a or eight weeks before they are to be set out. ‘Transplant where they j ga, are to fruit only when danger of frost is past. Our new book, “THE Wg AMILY GARDEN” gives iul: instructions for growing for the family,

eymarket and canners. Sent free with every $1.00 order for seeds.

Spark’s Earliana.

Probably no early Tomato introduced in many years has attracted so much attention, and has so large a sale as Spark’s Earliana. Early ‘Tomatoes are invariably small in size. This valuable new yariet y> or- iginated by George C. Sparks, of New Jersey, is not only extremely early but is remarkable for its large size, handsome shape and beauti- ful bright red color. Its solidity and fine qualities are fully equal to many of the best late sorts. Extra early Tomatoes are one of the most profitable crops for the market gardener. You wili make no mistake by planting Spark’s Earliana. Packet 10 cents: ounce 40 cents.

Buckeye State.

Like somany of our most valuable Tomatoes, this comes from Living- ston, the great Tomato specialist. It is probably the largest, perfectly smooth Tomato in cultivation, being a half larger than the well known Beauty. Brilliant dark red, solid and of excellent quality; very produc- tive. One of the most profitable for market. Pkt. 5cts.; oz. 20 cts.

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Crimson Cushion.

This valuable new Tomato was introduced by Peter Henderson, who also intreduced the popular “Ponderosa.’’ Itis of remarkably large size, fre- quently weighing a pound or more. - Color, bright- est crimson-scarlet, Like the Ponderosa it is very solid, with few seeds and ripensevenly tothe stem; flesh firm and meaty: very productive and early considering its size. Packet 10cts.:; ounce 35 cts.

Success,

li A magnificent new scarlet Tomato, ofthe finest | quality, handsome appearance, large size and | great productiveness. Vines are of strong vigor- | ous growth. Fruit sets in clusters and average 3 inches in diameter and 2 to 2% inches from stem to biossom end. Color. brighest scarlet, perfectly smooth and free from cracks; very meaty and fine flavor. Ripens with the second early, and yields abundantcrops. ‘The handsome color, even size, and great solidity ot ““Success”? make it an excel- lent market sort. Itis also well adapted to can- ner’s use because.of its deep red color and solidity. (See cut.) Packet 10 cents; ounce 35 cents

Ponderosa.

This is the largest and one of the most popular of ail Tom2toes. Color purplish crimson, very solid, =: with few csed. ‘The demand for this variety in-Z@J creases ‘rom year to year, whichis sroof ofits su- = “2 perior quality; will mature, under favorable condi- tions, in 100 days from seed. A ane table and Matchiess.

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A Zips worthy ofitsname. Of strong, vigorous growth; the foliage <A 4 a very rich dark green. ‘They areentirely free from core, < LZ Ni y & y

WS LLY, of a rich cardinal-red color, and are not liable to crack from

LBA, wet weather. Fruits are of largest size, and are uniformly =~ iarge throughout the season. ‘The flesh is so firm that ripe fruit picked from the vine will keep in marketable condition for two weeks. Its fine quality, solidity, and long keeping quality have already made the ‘‘Matchless’’ a great favor- ite for both market and family use. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 35 cts.

Fordhook Fancy.

\ Plants very dwarf, compact, bush-like, growing only eigh- N\\\ teen inches to two feet in height. Leaves broad, heavy and | AM Strongly resembling those of the potato; deep purplish red, | WWW solid and of good flavor, but rather smail. Can be grown | Hill Closely together and are very hardy. Pxt. 1c; 0z, 30c.

| Long Keeper.

Originated with Mr. Carmen, editor of the ‘““Rural New Yorker,”’ who claims it to be the result of thirteen years of | careful selection, with a view Of long keeping qualities, | smoothness, uniformity in size, early ripening and produc- tiveness. Weconsider this one of our most valuable varie- | ties. Packet 5cents; ounce 25 cents.

MWY | Hi YY Each packet of Tomato will contain 300 to 400. M4TCHLESS, seed. One ounce will produce 4,200 to 1,500 plants.

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[There are many fine varieties of Red Tomatoes, but this is bly the finest of all the Yellow varieties. In size, solidity, uctiveness and quality, it will compare favorably with the varieties. For slicing with the red varieties it makes a attractive dish. Packet 5 cents; ounce 25 cents

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= Dwarf Champion. "This popular dwarf Tomato prebably combines more good qualities than any other one variety. It is remarkably dwart in habit, making compact, stiff, upright plants, which carry he {fruit well above the ground. This sturdy, upright habit has given it the name of Tree Tomato. It is quite early, fruit ium large, color purplish-pink, and always round and wooth. Plants may be set as close as three feet apart. One

the most profitable Tomatoes to grow. Pkt. 5cts.: oz 25 cts.

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© have grown this new Tomato for two years and think it of the best. Fruit large, always solid and smooth, color y lish-crimson; ripens medium early. One of the best for |

crop, as it not only bears early but prod uces fruit until t. One grower says of it: AES is the earliest, handsomest, smoothest. most sclid and productive Tomato in the world.” It

has proved its adaptability te all sections of the country, and is GOLDEN OUEEN. ‘now a standard and satisfactory Tomato in all ; Feepects. Packet 5 cents; ounce 75 cents. Mansfield I ree. . y The originator says: “I have grown it ten feet high, with suit

five inches in diameter.”” They are solid, with but fewseeds; very heavy; require a stake or trellis. All should try it. Pkt. 5c.:0z. 35c.

‘ 7 ‘ ; Nick-Nack, or Preserving Tomatoes. A mixture of the pretty, little, red and yellow, pear, plum, cherry

and currant-shaped Tomatoes. Just what you want for preserv- ing and for adding variety to mixed pickles. Packet of 100 seeds, 5 cents: ounce 25 cents.

Yellow Cherry or Husk Tomato

Grows enclosed in a husk: excellent ¢.. >> for preserves: will keep within the husk 0d all winter; very sweet flavored, small RS’S yellow fruits. This fruit also makes a = fine. dessert dich. Packet of 300 to 500 seeds 5 cents: ounce 25 cents.

Purple Husk Yorato.

This varicty belongs tothesameclassas the small yeilow Strawberry Tomato, but is quite distinct from that variety, being a more robust grower, and the fruit is f much larger, being an inch or more in | See diameter, and a very delicate shade of | ae rd NEW IMPERIAL. light purple color. Pkt. 5 cts.: oz. 25cts. HUSK TOMATO.

FE. ae Sandwich Island Salsify, ot Vegetable Oyster.

’ By careful test we find that this new mammoth CSalsify grows uniformly to extra large size, averaging fully double the size and weight of roots of the old variety. The roots, notwithstanding their enormous size, are of superior ra ; - ae ees : é quality and of very deli- cate flavor. Itissucha WN deci¢ed improvement

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_ THE “CARDINAL” STRAWBERRY. | THE “POR TAGE” Gi JSEBERRY.

ae ‘Cardinal’ surpasses all in great size and vigoref plant | Many of the« lder types of Goose berries possess excellent | and runners, with leaves of largest size and unusual svb- | qualities, but their small siz renders them undesirable. - tance and healthfulness; fruit stalks tall and robust, | Just imagine a strong, Vigorcus Gooseberry piant with ren rading fruit well off the ground: fruit beautiful cardmal | large, thick leaves, showing no sign of mildew, so heavily : all the way through: acounterpart of Marshallin | set with fruitas to bend the b anches low, that when ripe ='and shape, quality slightly more acid; as firm as | area greenish ycllow,so transparentas toshow the seeds: arfield, but superior for canning; as productive as | big fellowsof a size tomakea mouthful. Many specimens verland or Bubach.”’ over 1% inches long and a full inch through; sparkling, ae i fresh, crisp berries, juicy and fvllof richness. Such is the Greatest Market Strawberry Yet Introduced. “Portage.” When you have grown it you will wish that e were extremely fortunate in purchasing the entire | its season las’ ed the year around, for it cannot be denis d fal stock of this remarkable berry. and will offer | the there is gve/@y among Gooseberries, — Portage” is cl ‘the first time in the spring of 1905. Wecan offer it | the highest quality as a dessert fruit. We have a very n limited quantity. We believe you should haveit. | limited suantity of this rreat berry, offered this season it your correspondence. | for the first time. Write us for particulars and prices.

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TURNIPS.

CULTURE.—Turnips are oneof the easiest crops grown, and at the ' Same time one of the most valuable for market and for feeding stock. We | especially recommend the Furple Top White Globe and Strap Leaf varie- | ties. Sow in drills, from 12 to i8 inches apart, ard-half an inch deep, or sow |

broadcast, although much larger crops are obtained by drill culture. When the plants are a few inches in height, thin them cut to about five or six inches apart in the drills. In this climate we sow from the 25th of July until the middle of August.

Each packet of Turnip Seed will contain one-half ounce. One and one- half pounds will sow an acre in drills, and two pounds broadcast.

Purple Top Strap Leaf.

4 The most popular variety in cultivation. It isa very quick grower and “yp is one of the best table and stock Turnips on the market, being fine grained 4 and of mild fiavor. (See illustration.) It is white below, with a bright purple top: flesh white; leaves short, narrow and erect. Will mature in 8 or 9 weeks. A good cropper and an excellent keeper. Packet 5 cents: ounce 10 cents: 4% pound 15 cents: pound 50 cts.; 5 pounds by express, $2.00.

Early White Strap Leaf.

PURPLE TOP STRAP LEAF. A very popular flat, smooth white Turnip held in high esteem by all

Purple ‘Top White Globe growers: one of the best for the family garden in the spring.

= is clear white. paregeh coool mild and juicy. Pkt. cents; oun S; : : One of the handsomest and most saleable Turnips. As Bee 10 cents; 4 pound 15 cents; pound 40 cents a profitable sort for home or market it is unsurpassed. It

is a large, rapid growing sort, with globular-shaped roots. Flesh pure white. The skin is white and purple, the un- der portion being white and the top bright purple. (See illustration.) On account of its shape it will outyield any other sort. In other respecis similar to the Red Top Strap Leaf. A very handsome bulb, and is very rapidly taking the place of all other varieties of early Turnips for the market garden. One of the finest varieties in cultiva- tion. Packet 5 cents; ounce 10-cents: %4 pound 20 cents pound 50 cents; 5 pounds by express $2.00.

Extra Early Milan

The earliest in cultivation; two weeks earlier than Pur- ple Top Strap Leaf. The bulb is flat, of medium size.quite smooth, with a purple top, Flesh white, hard, and of fin- est quality: it is an extra good keeper. A fine early mar- ket and table variety. Always very scarce. _ Packet 10 cents: ounce 15cents; % pound 30 cents; pound $1.00.

Long White Cowhorn.

A white Turnip of peculiar shape and quick maturity; grows to a large size, standing half out of the ground. It is fine favored and desirable. Sown in connection with Rape, is one of the newly recommended things and exten- sively in vogue the past year asa soiling crop. Packet 5cents;: ounce 10 cents. 4% pound 15 cents; pound 40 cents: five pounds by express, $2.00.

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Golden Ball.

One of the richest, most delicate flavored and best of all the yellow- fieshed Turnips yet introduced. It is globe-shaped, matures early and an excellent keeper. Its shape and appearance are;indicated by the illustration. Packet 5 cents: ounce 10 : cents: 4% pound 20 cents; pound 40 cents.

RUTA BAGAS, 4 or SWEDES.)

American, or Bloomsdale. Flesh yellow, of solid texture, sweet and fine flavored; shape slightly oblong, terminating ab- | ruptly with no side or bottom roots; color deep purple above and bright yellow under the ground; leaves small, bright green, with little or no neck: perfect in form, rich in flavor. Very desirable for } both table and stock feeding. Among;

* the best. Packet 5cents: ounce 10cts.33 GOLDEN BALL. Y pound 15 cents; pound 50 cents.

Burpee’s Breadstone. A very desirable variety for table use. Of quick growth and * uniformly smooth. Color of skin white, faintly colored at top; flesh white, fine grained remarkably tender and very sweet. Pkt. 5cts.: 02.;10cts.; “4 lb. 20cts.; Ib, 60.cts.

Carter’s Elephant. This fine new Ruta Baga comes from England, where they are noted for growing fine Turnips. It is claimed to be the largest variety grown: 20 tons of this variety have been grown on an acre. Unsurpassed for stock feeding because of its quality and productiveness. Pkt. 5cts.; ounce 10cts.; 4 pound 20cts.; pound 60c. CARTER’S

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Anise, Cultivated principally for garnishing and seas-

oning soups, Salads, etc. Leaves are finely fringed.

Balm. Principally used for making balm tea and balm wine. Also used asa tea in fevers.

Basil, Svreet. The leaves and tops of the young shoots are uscd ior highly seasoned dishes and soups.

Carav-ay. Chiefly cultivated for the seeds, which are used in confectionery and medicines. Hardy. : Coriader. Used for garnishing; also the seeds are used in making of liquors and confectionery.

Dill. The leaves are used in soups and sauces and fla- vored pickles. The seeds are strongly aromatic. : Horehound. Principally used fer medical purposes, and in making candy and cough remedies.

Lavender. _ (OLD FasHIONED SWEET.) Well known SWeet perennial, bearing long spikes of blue flowers. Fine for in handkerchief boxes, etc. Should be inevery garden.

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No garden is complete without a few herbs for culinary and medic? inal purposes. Care should be taken to harvest them properly: this should be done ona dry day M just before they come into bloom, ~ then dried quickly and packed ~ away in close boxes or heavy paper sacks so as to entirely exclude the : Pact amy air. Sow seed in the spring, in ae ee eee nem) «Shallow drills, one foot apart and =— when well up thin out or trans- plant toa proper distance apart. They are very easily grown from seed, and require little care.

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Rosemary, A popular herb. The aromatic leaves are used for seasoning Soups, etc.

Sage. The most extensively used of all herbs for sea- soning and dressing. ‘This useful herb should have a place in every garden.

Summer Savory. The leaves and floweis are extensive- ly used for flayoring, particularly in soups.

The leaves and ends of the shoots | are highly esteemed for seasoning. Sweet Fennel. Hardy perennial. for garnishing and the seeds for flavoring. are sometimes.bianched and eaten like celery. Thyme. The young leaves are used to flavor soups, sauce, dressing, etc. A tea is made from the leaves tha. is a great remedy for nervous headache. | Wormwood. This herb has superior medical properties, | It is also valuable for poultry.

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PRICE OF ANY OF THE ABOVE HERBS, PACKET, 5 CENTS; OUNCE, {5 CENTS, POSTPAID.

Mixed Varicties.

Dwart Essex Rape.

There are millions of acres of good farm land that lie idle at certain times of the year, | which might be made to produce one of the ” finest feeds possible for cattle, sheep or hogs, or fot plowing under by sowing Dwarf Essex Rave. Inthe Northern States the seed may be sown at any time from spring until Aug- ust, but in the warmer Southern States it Goes best if sown from August to October. If sown after digging potatoes or in the corn field at last cultivation, it will produce an abundance of the finest pasture during the autumn and early winter. Sow ten to twelve pounds per acre broadcast, and harrow in.

At the Michigan State Experimental Sta- tion, 128 lambs were pastured for eight weeks, on fifteen acres of Essex Rape, sown in July, and showed a gain of 2,890 pounds, or at the rate of three pounds per lamb each week, be- ing a gain in value of over $120 in eight weeks. Stock should be fed alternately on grass and rape—not an exclusive rape diet: and rape-fed animals should have access to salt.

Price, postpaid, 2 ounce packet, 5 cents; pound, 25 cents. By express, purchaser to pay charges, 5 pounds 60 cents; 10 pounds $1.00; 50 pounds $3.50; 100 pounds $6.50.

An equal mixture of all of the above varieties of herbs.

Large % ounce packet, 5 cents.

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Thismammoth Virginian Peanut is a very profitable variety and more desirable than the-common spread-

= ~* ing kind. It has very stout stems and upright foliage. Has thelargest pods and kernels of any variety: also yields fewer imperfect pops. The vines make a valuable forage for stock. Large pkt. 10cts,: pint 25 cts,

Scarlet, or Crimson Clover. be

This is now acknowledged to be one of the most valuable | crops the farmer can sow for plowing under toenrich the | soil. Authorities who have made a careful estimate claim | that plowing under a good crop of “‘rimson Clover is equal | totwenty tons of stable manure er acre. Thousands of acres of poor farm land have been restored in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and other states. Ifsown in corn after last cultivation or after harvesting early potatoes, it will soon cover the ground and in early spring will pro- duce a heavy crop to plow under. Itis also valuable for cutting to feed green or make winter hay. It stools heavi- ly and soon covers the ground completely, and produces immense crops. Price, postpaid, 2 ounce packet 10 cents: pound 25 cents. By express, not prepaid, 5 pounds 60 cents; 10 pounds $1.00; 25 pounds $2.00; 100 pounds $6.50,

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V Gold Co: ermont Wold TWoin. : This valuable new “‘main crop’”’ Potato probably combines more valuable qualities than any other variety. Mr. , BE. L. Coy, of New York, who is one of the highest authorities on Potatoes, says: “I am more and more satislied you now have in “Gold Coin’ the very best Potato in existence. For floury whiteness and delicacy of flavor it surpasses them all.”? We have observed that when grown along with other standard varieties, under similar conditions, it outstripped ali in yield and uniformity. In form the tubers are slightly oblong and quiie thick through. growing uniformly large and smooth; eyes few and small: skin smooth and glossy, of a light golden tint, just enough coloring to distinguish it from white varieties like Carmen, etc. It is fine grained and of excellent fiavor. In quality superior to any of the standard varieties. Hardy and vigorous: very productive: unequaled for main crop. Price, postpaid.

30 cents per pound. By express or freight, not prepaid, peck (15 lbs.) 80 cts.; half bushel (30 Ibs.) $1.25; bushel (60 Ibs.) $2.25: barrel (165 Ibs.) $5.00. ;

Burpee’s Extra Early. © Carmen No. 3.

: ; ¢ This variety was introduced in 1895, and is probably

The finest in quality of ail the early Potatoes. We Pine epese known and most popular main crop Potato in have thoroughly tested this variety and find it one of the | cultivation. It always produces a heavy crop of fine, earliest varieties, while it produces tubers of jarge size. | jarge, smooth tubers, even under the most unfavorable The tubers are oblong in form,averaging three to four | circumstances. It grows a very strong, upright top and inches in length, with MES white or very pale brownish | is little affected by drought or blight. Those who have skin, few eyes aud these quite shallow. : ; grown them think they can make more money per acre

The cooking qualities are all that could be desired, being | with Carmen No. 3 than with any other. Price, peck 50 of the very finest quality. It is the best Standard early cents; % bushel 90 cents: bushel $1.50. variety for truckers, as it is notonly extra ts early but also ripens very evenly so that the crop may be dug early and the land planted to other crops. Wedonot hesitate to recom- mend this variety to our patrons who may want a variety possessing great merit for earliness and table qualities. Price, per peck 75 cents: 14 bushel $!.25:» bushel of 60 pounds $2.40, charges not prepaid.

Mark Hanna.

These are remarkable for thrifty growth and enormous yield of large, handsome, per- fect tubers. ‘The skin is white: flesh white and of most excellent quality. ‘Tubers always perfectly smooth and shapely; the delight of all who handle thm. Resemble in shape the Carmen No. 3, \.ith possibly fewer eyes, and more unilormlyy smooth. Vines wonderfully vigorous, soen covering | the ground, which is a valuable feature. Certainly one of the handsomest, large, main crop varieties, destined to become very popular. Price same as “Gold Coin.”’.

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MARKET GARGERERS Farmers and others who wish to buy seeds in larger quantities than packet, should

j write to us, stating the quantity needed, as We can olten doa little Detter than our catalogue prices, if we know the quantities and varieties. We will gladly give our cstimaie. You may be able to buy cheaper seeds elsewhere, but cheap seeds are usually dear in the end. Our prices are always right, quality considered:

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Seeds. . We send out thousands of these collections each season, and .f we may judge by the

_ increasing demand and the many unsolicited testimonials, ve believe we are justified in claiming it to be

The Largest and Most Complete 50 Cent Collect’ n Ever Offered. Everybody who receives one of these collections is surprised an. delighted. ** Never received so many Seeds forthe money!” ‘“* How can you sell them so cheap?’ *“*‘Can’t find room to plant them all!” and similar expressions are common. In preparing this collection, we aim to include the most popular standard varieties of vegetables, the packets being the regular, full quality, and contain enough seedof each variety to plant an ordinary “Family Garden.”

Our Object in making this extraordinary offer is toinduce you and your friends to plant our «Ideal Seeds.”” You can readily see that there must be bu* little profit to us in this collection, but ifit is the means of inducing you to try our seeds it has served its purpose, as we feel you will be so well pleased with it. and with our manner of dealing that you will become a regular patron in thefuture. We guarantee the collection to give satisfact ion. ees SS oe ey SSS SS eee eee RELIABLE AND TESTED SEEDS Please remember that these are not ok,

vo : , § stale, worthless seeds, but on the contrary are Positively Strictly First Class, Fresh, Tested Seeus, that are sure to give perfect sat- isfaction. Wecould not afford to knowingly send out poor, cheap seeds, as we dept nd up-

on the quality of our seed to hold and increase our trade. No patron can afford to send ‘| orders to Seedsmen who have once disappointed by sending out inferior stock. i

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The Foliowing 25 Choice Varieties, Postpaid, for Only 50 Cents. Crosby’s Egyptian Beet. Blood red: turnip Lettuce. Improved Hanson. ‘The most

shape. Onecf the best. % ounce pkt. popular variety grown. s ounce pkt. Bush Bean. (Earliest Red Valentine.) Most ‘mion. (Yellow Globe Danvet s.) The best popular early green pod. 2 ounce pkt. variety grown. 74 ounce pkt. Early Cabbage. Six best early and summer Parsnip. (Improved Guernsey.) Popular, varieties mixed. % ounce pkt. large, new variety. ™% ounce pkt. Late Cabbage. Six best late winter varieties Parsiey. (Champion Moss Curled.} Fine mixed. ¥% ounce pkt. for soups and salads. 7s eunce pkt. Cauliflower. The ‘‘Favorite.*’ One of the best Peas. (First of all.) The earliest variety. Varieties grown. Pkt of 200 seeds. Large 2 ounce packet, Carrot. (Danvers Half Long Orange.) One Peppers, Ruby King, Golden Dawn, ara Xe of the best for table use. % ounce. Sweet Mountain, mixed. 3 ounce. Celery. (Giant Paschal.) A universal Radish, ‘*AllSeasons” mixture. Ail kinds favorite, one of the best. ¥% ounee. mixed together. 3*4 ounce packet. Sweet Corn. (First of All.) Earliest of Squash. (Giant Summer Crookneck.) Pop- all Sweet Corn. 2 ounce pkt. ular early variety. Ls ounce packet. Cucumber. (Jersey Pickle.) One of the Spinach, (Long Standing.) The standard most popular for pickles. 4 ounce. variety. 34 ounce packet ..| Egg Plant. Equal mixture Early Purple, Tomatoes. Six best large smoot h varieties Bg Black Prince, & N. Y. Purple. 200seed mixed together. Pkt of 300 seeds. me ~?-| Heris. Anise, Basil, Caraway, Corian- Turnip. (Purple Top Strap Leal.) A pop- aoe der, Dill, Lavender, etc. 4 ounce. ular old stan¢ ard variety. 4 ounce pkt.

Re | Mtsk Melon. Several best varieties Cc 4 One large packet eas: I Flower ees. ontaining an

mixcd together. 24 ounce pkt. 1 Water Meicn. ix best and most pop-| equal mixt™re of abou: 25 best standa:a ular Vetlrieties mixed. 4 cunce. | easy grow pe Varicl.es.

‘SPECIAL OFFER We want you »emhbors, as wellas yourself, to

+ aN¢ plant our See Ss and w -will make it an object to + you to interest them. If you will secure orders among your neighbors for feur col- lections, and remit us $2.00 we will mail you an exira collection free.

We cannot make any changes in this collection. as the 25 small packets ar already put up in a large package ready tosend out. Theentire collection must pe ordered. If ycu want any special vaticty order from the regular list in the cat- ,alogue. We cannot change the collection.

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SELECT VARIETIES OF FRUITS.

The fact of our offering small fruit plants, has led many of our patrons to ask for fruit trees. The small fruits have met with such phenomenal sales that we have concluded to offer Fruit Trees also.

The ‘list of varieties we offer is very complete: every variety is a ““gem;’’ and was selected with special refer- ence to their being adapted to the different sections of our country, and totheir early bearing, production and quality. They will furnish fruit almost the entire year.

We quote prices on single trees, on sets, and on the entire collection Our prices are exceptionally low, con: sidering the size and quality of the stock. The low prices are made possible only by our ordering in very large quantities, thereby securing lowest cash prices.

Select Apples.

Price {5 cents each, by Express, not prepaid. One or the most desir- Yellow transparent: 3 cultivation. An early bearer, frequently producing fine fruit on two-year-old trees in nursery rows. A good grow- er and hardy; fruit pale yellow, roundish ovate, good size and excellent quality; excellent for baking; skin clear

white at first, changing to beautiful pale yellow when fuily ripe. Succeeds everywhere. -Ripens July and Aug.

YELLOW TRANSPARENT. W/ Healthy, hardy and very productive. ealthy. Fruit large, showy, bright red with bluish blush. Flesh white with red lines. Sprishtly, sub-acid, — fine, crisp, tender, juicy: splendid for baking and cooking. A vigorous grower, well fitted for filling old orchards. Very

attractive and a great seller. Ripensin August and Sep- tember. Will keep to November and Dee. in the south.

y Large, roundish, deep bright red: yellowish Baldwin. or greenish in the shade. Juicy, crisp, sub- acid, good flavor: excellent for cooking. A strong grower and abundant bearer of handsome fruit. One of the most ~ popular winter apples, succeeds well in almost every sec- tion. Ripens December to March.

2 ? Of the very highest quality. Grimes Golden. Medium to largesize; deep gold- en yellow: regular and perfect form: sub-acid, aromatic, spicy, rich, juicy, delicious. Trees hardy, vigorous; an early and abundant bearing. Unequaled in quality. Sea- son, November to Agril.

Large size: yellow shaded with red; Rome Beauty. first quality, vigorous, productive Flesh yellowish, juicy, sub-aeid. Fruit large, uniform and handsome. Succeeds everywhere. Season, Dec. to March,

P WEALTHY. ry J th Medium size: most beautiful glossy, dark red fe ® ona an. in color. Moderate grower but very produc-; ~ tive. Flesh white, juicy, spicy, sub-acid, rich excellent flavor. ' A very beautiful dessert apple. Season November to March. ‘ Because of their bright and beautiful color and excellent ; flavor and bearing quality they are one of the most profitable apples grown today.

The set of six Choice Varieties for only 80 cents.

Select Pears.

Price 30 cents each by Express, not prepaid.

Large size: yellow with often a beautiful blush

Bartlett. noe the hae melting, buttery, very juicy and high flavored: bears early and abundantly. Very popular. and indispensible for home or market garden. Season Aug- | ust and September.

Ki ff Has been much praised and condemned, but the ferier. fact remains that large growers plant more largely of Kieffer than any other. Vigorous, hardy upright grower: blight proof: fruit large, slightly coarse but juicys ; golden yellow. When picked early and laid away until fully ripe it is excellent. Valuable for the home orchard or market. The excellent shipping quality make it valuable for market. Season, October to November.

S k Small: skin yellowish brown, with deep brownish eCKEl. red cheek when fully ripe: flesh buttery, very fine grained, sweet, exceedingly juicy and melting. Decidedly the richest and highest flavored pear known. ‘Tree a moder- ate grower, but very hardy, and an early and Bore

bearer. Season, September and October. :

The set of Three Choice Pears for only 75 cents.

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Select Peaches.

Price, 10 cents oach, by express, not prepaid.

A large, yellow flesh peach, an

| Beer’ Ss Smock. improvement on Smock’s Free.

' Color, yellow, with red cheek. Juicy and very richin

flavor. One of the most desirable and profitable market sorts. Anannual bearer. Season, Sept. and October.

s Very large size: flavor delicious, sweet, Champion. rich and juicy, surpassing all other early varieties: skin creamy white with red cheek, strik- ingly handsome. It is hardy, productive, largest size,

highest flavored and best shipper of the early peaches, ; and the only perfect freestone. Season, August.

Fruit of the largest size; skin Crawior d, Late. yellow with red cheek: “flesh deep yellow, red atthestone. Very productive and ranks among the finest of the late sorts. Season last of Sept.

Crosb Fruit medium to large, bright golden yellow, ‘ y- with crimson splashes, will command ready sale in any market because of its beautiful color. Excep- tionally hardy and will bear more fruit in ten years than any other variety. Should be thinned out to insure lar- _ gest size of fruit, as the tendency is to overbear. Sept. Elberta Large size. Yellow, with red cheek. Flesh

* yellow, firm, juicy, and of the delicious flavor. Exceedingly prolific, sure be~rer and very hardy. Is do- ing well in all peach sections North and South. One of / the best for canners. A leading variety for market and home consumption. Season, early in September.

The set of Five Choice Peaches for only 40 cents.

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Select Cherries.

Price, 25 cents each, by express, not prepaid.

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tender, juicy, mild, very rich and excellent flayor. Tree vigorous and of symmetiicalform. A wonderful bearer. Probably the most popular Cherry in cultivation. Season, Juneand July

Large, rich, juicy, and of excellent Dye House. quality. A very carly and sure bear- er. Ripens a week earlier than Early Richmond, is of

) better quality and fully as productive. Season, June. Fruit large, red, acid cherry. | Montmorency. Larger than Early Richmond, | and fully ten days later. A wonderful bearer, hardy and

of exceedingly fine quality. Excellent for canning. Sea- son last of June.

The set of three choice varieties for only 65 cents.

ie Select Plums.

Price, 25 cents each, by express, not prepaid.

y Fruit of large size, oval in form: Imperial Gage. skin pale green: flesh juicy, sweet, rich and most excellent in flavor. One of the most

luscious plums grown. Trees very vigorous and produc- &f¢ 3s tive. Season, middle of August. .

G . yy ae a rE Beautiful lemon yellow, overspread

with bright cherry. Large, oblong, tapering to the point; flesh orange yellow, melting, rich and highly perfumed; parts from stone freely; stone small, splendid for canning. An abundant and annual bearer, Tree a vigorous, upright grower. Season, August.

Medium size, oval; color, violet red: flesh Lombar ? yellow, juicy, pleasant flavor; adheres slightly to stone. Exceedingly vigorous, and a wonder- ful heavy and early bearer. Valuable market variety. Very popular, being planted in greater numbers than any other. Does wellin light soils. Season, last of August.

The set of Three Choice Plums for only 65 cents.

We are confident that if our patrons were tospend hours choosing from the Local Nursery catalogues, they could not find an equal number of varieties that possess more valuable features: such as hardiness, immunity from dis- eases, high quality and flavor of fiuit, value for home and market, early and wonderfully prolific bearing, etc.

WE GUARANTEE SATISFACTION.

The trees will all be 3 to 4 feet high, 14 inchin diameter, and as perfect and healthy as can be found in any nur- sery. Before packing they will be cut back neatly, and will be just ready for planting when received.

We will send the entire collection of

WORTH 20 fine trees and choice ~arieties, all $3,25 worth, at catalogue prices, $3.25, for only $2.50, by express, not prepaid.

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Small Fruits of Sterling Merit.

‘The numerous Buaaicies. from our patrons, for Small Fruits have Jed us to devote a few pages tothem. We have a not the space to offer a long list of varieties, but will confine ourselves to a few standard, tied varieties that Wwe know will give perfect satisfaction. Weoffer only the ““Cream”’ of the varieties that are generally listed. i

STRAWBERRIES. —

Climax This is an extremely popular new yariety that has

* attracted much attention among growers all oyer | Delaware, Maryland and Pennsylvania, whereit has a wonder- | fui record asa money making berry. ‘The plant is almost a won- | der initselfasits dark foliage marksit instantly among other” sorts. ltisac-coss between the Hoffman and Bubach, the berry!) being medium to large and is wonderfully productive. ‘The blos-— som is perfect, the plants are very vigorous in growth, the foliage rougher than Bubach and not sodeep green. Berry hardly as) large as the best specimens of Bubach but average larger, and” not a single imperfect berry; look as though they had all come out cfthesame mould. itisa handsome berry, large, red and firm anda great favorite among shippers. Ripens nearly a week ahead of Bubach. Price, by mail, postpaid, 12 for 30 cents; 50 for 75 cents: 100 for $1.25. By express, not prepaid, 100 for 75 cents;) 600 for $3.00. ,

Teits This is a remarkably vigorous grower, W iiliam Belt. socn covering and shading the ground. | Fruit very large in size, brilliant glossy red: ripens evenly: ber- ries firm:a good shipper and of the finest quality. Wedonot claim itis the best, but there are few that possess more good qualities, Blossom perfect, fertilizing itself perfectly, and is excellent as fertilizer for other varieties, The orizinator says: “In produc- | tiveness, Size, beauty and quality William Belt will scale higher than any other variety Lever raised.’’ Price, by mail, postpaid, |! 12 for 30 cents: 50 for 75 cents: 100 for $1.25. By express, not pre-| paid, 160 for 75 cents; 500 for $3.50.

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Cardinal. the result of thirty years experience in growing Strawberries, by one of the most favorably “known horticultural ex- perimenters in Ohio. During this period all the novelties, standard varieties, and thousands of seedlings were grown. Wesaw them fruit- ing last year on-the originators ground, along with 40 other standard varieties. and must say that in vigor and healthfulness of plants, pro- ductiveness, uniformily large size, attractiveness, beauty and quality it was Superior to all, and warranted the originators claim that it is * ih iio Srna

The Greatest Ail Purpose Strawberry yet Produced. : ‘i ing me ete DT ae

He describes it as follows: “‘ ‘Cardinal’ surpasses all in great size of plant and abundance of runners. with leaves of largest size and un- usual healthfulness; fruit stalks tall and robust, bearing fruit well off the ground; color, beautiful cardinal red all the way through: a coun- terpart.of Marshall in size and shape, but superior in quality and Slightly more acid; as firm as Warfield but Se EOE to it for canning as productive as Haverland or Bubach.”’

“This great combination of market and all purpose qualities cer- tainly justifies the broad claim that ¢# 7s the greatest market and all purpose Strawberry. Every lover of fine Strawberries should have at least one dozen of this marvelous berry; withits wonderfully viger- ous growth and capacity for producing runners the dozen plants would give you all you would need for the second year, and some to sell.

We wereexceedingly fortunate in being able to buy the entire stock from the originator and are able to offer it, in very limited quantities, Me ‘ in the spring of 1905, for the first time. Read our special insert be- CUMBERLAND.

tween pages 64 and 65; which will tell you more about it. RASPBERRIES.

p This is now generally recognized as the best black- Cumberlan * capin cultivation. Itiscalled the ““Business Black Cap,’’ as it combinés more good qualities than any other variety. In hard- inessit is all that could be desired. It is admitted to be the most prod uc- tive: as many as 6,000 quarts per acrs have been grown. It is enormously large, running 7% of aninchin diameter. Fruit remarkably firm, therefore! = stands shipping well. Quality frs--class. A very strong healthy grower, | producing stout stocky canes. by mail, postpaid, 12 for 60 cents; 100 for $2.50. By express, not prepaid, 42 for-50 cents; 100 for $2.00; 1000 for $15. 00

a , The most - aluable and productive red berry. In the. ; Columbian. Columbiana we have a red raspberry that will om sprout. It is supposed 10 be across between the popular. old Gregg and Shaffer, and combines the qualities of the red, with the hardiness, prod uc- tiveness and non-sproutiig qualities of the black cap. Itis a wonderfully strong grower, and very hardy. Fruit very large; color, purplish red, firm | enough for marketing: unsurpassed for canning, etc. By mail, postpaid, 6 for 30 cents; 12 for 6€ cents; 100 for $2.50. By express, not prepaid, 12 for EOcents; 100 for $2.0C; 1,000 for $15.00.

A beautiful, large, golden yellow berry, seedling | Golden Queen. of Cuthbert and surpassing that variety in size, beauty and quaiity. The best yellow raspberry yet introduced. Canes hardy, of strong growth; very productive. This variety should be in every

eames home garden. asits beauty and high quality easily placeit in the lead. COLUMBIAN, Postpaid 6 for 40c.; 12 for 60c. By Ex. not prepaid, 100 for $2.50; 1,000 for $15.00

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BLACKBERRY.

Rathbun This is probably theNargest of all Blackber- * ries. Color, intense jet black, very glossy and permanent in color, having nocore and small seed: extra fine quality and sufficiently firm to carry nicely to market. The plant sprouts very little, which is a valuable feature. It makes strong, upright main stems from which the branches start, the ends taking root readily like black cap raspberries. It is remarkably productive and quite hardy. All whowanta , very large berry cf high quality should order Rathbun. 15 § cents each; 5 for 50 cents; 12 for $1.00.

CURRANTS. |

Wild A remarkable new variety for which we predict nicer. great popularity both for table and market. One of the strongest growers and most productive. ~ ¥ and berries very large, brightand attractive red color, even = ms

when dead ripe: hangs on bushes in fine condition for handling as late as any known variety. Compared with the celebratid Fay’s, is equal in size, with larger bunch, better in quality, with much less acidity. Ripens at the same time, continues on the bush much longer, and

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White Gra e Very popular. The largest white currant: growth rather spreading, p * foliage heavy, deep green. Bunches moderately long. Berries very Very popular, because of its pro-

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GOOSEBERRIES.

D ‘ A large handsome fruit: green in color when , owning. ripe; extra fine quality... Immense croppe: and always in demand at good prices. Never mildews. Bush, a strong upright grower. One ofthe best. 2 years old, 10 cents each; 6 for 50 cents; 12 for $1.00.

Hou hton Berries medium size, wonderfully productive: g * of spreading. growth, litenally covered with berries; of fin: quality. Pale red when ripe. Always free from mildew. Price, 10 cents each; 3 for 25 cents; 12 for 75 cents.

9? Thisis anew variety of extraordinary size

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or age. and superior quality, never before offer-d to the public. Th* older varieties possessed many excellent quali- ties. but the d 1 ct of being too smalli:a serious matter in culi- nary prevaration. Size, beauty, quali y of fruit, productiveness, hardiness and {csed°m fom disease are indispensable qualities in any fruit, and areth+sum totalof qualities that makes it pay iog-ow Portage. Imsize they often exceed 1% inches long and oneinchin diameter. ‘They are not only large but fresh, Crisp, sparkling, juicy and ful: of richness. When you have grown the. **Portage”’ you will wish its season lasted the year “around. We offer it this season for th: first time, but in very limited quantities. Read our insert between pages 64 and 65, which gives you full particulars and prices.

Home Garden Small Fruit Collections.

The “Wilder” Collection. The “Downing” Collection. This collection is more especialy adapted to large

This collection is admirably adapted to gardens of

limited area. Indeéd in almost every city lot there suburban and country gardens. Every farmer’s gat- will be found sufficient room t» plant it. The collec- den, itnot already supplied, should -have this collec- tion will contain six plants ef each of the following: tion’ It will contain twelve plants of each of the fol- worth at catalogue prices, $2.90. We will send them lowing, and is worth at catalogue prices, $4.85.

by express, not prepaid, for only $2.25, 12 Climax Strawberries, Catalogue price, $ .25 6 Climax Strawberries, Catalogue price 15 cts’ 12 William Belt Strawberries, 5 * -25 6 William Belt Strawberries, “% <> psi [Safe aS 12 Columbian Raspberries, 3 = .60 6 Columbian Raspberries, 30 cts. 12 Cumberland Raspberries, - oh .60 6 Cumberland Raspberries, 30 cts. 12 Currants, 6 ‘‘Wilders,’’ 6

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3 Houghton, 60 cts. ToTaL, $4.85

The above 42 Choice Small Fruit plants, worth $2.90 by express, not prepaid, for’S2.25.

The above including the Grape Collection (Page 64) for only $2.65.

Just_think of it ! 50 plants,—all choice varieties—at only six and four-fifths cents each. At such an exceed- ingly low price you should have them. Ask your neighbor to order with you.

The above 84 Choice Small Fruit plants, worth $4.85 by express, not prepaid, for only $3.55.

The above collection, including the Grape collection, (Page 64,) for only $3.95. An unprecedented offer, of 92 plants, all choicest varieties, for only about 534 cents each. At this extraord:nary price they should find a place in every garden. Your neighbors might gladly

order with you. Ask them.

Please Do Noi order Small Fruits from our oid Catalogues.

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HERE is scarcely a yard or garden so small, either in city or coun- try, that room cannot be found for a few Grape Vines. Realizing — this, we have for the past few seasons been offering a Special Grape | Collection, during which time we have sold many thousands of vines. |

‘The collection is truly a ““Wonder.’? We receive many testimonials form our patrons, who wonder how wecan send ezght large Grape Vines | for 50 cents. Wecontract a year ahead for large quantities, which are grown for us by the largest Grape Vine Grower in the world; near Niag- ara Falls; we thus secure them at a special price.

Never Before Were Choice Grape Vines Offered so Cheap.

We have selected what our grower considers 1ule best eight varieties grown for general use, including some of the newer, high priced varieties. ‘The collection contains 4 Black, 2 White and 2 Red varieties as follows:

THE WONDERFUL NEW EXTRA EARLY BLACK GRAPE,

CAMPBELL’S EARLY. This grand new variety is unquestionably | the earliest grown, ripening early in August. A strong, hardy, vigor- -.]| ous grower, an abundant bearer of large, clusters and berries color

i glossy black, quality unsurpassed. Usual price 35 to 50 cents each. < __‘=} Our price, one year old vines 20 cents; two year old 35 cents.

CONCORD. Too well known to need description. We include it in the collection be- ~§ cause itis one of the best and should bein every garden. 1 year 8 cts.;2 years 15 cts. DIAMOND. Like the Concord in vigor of growth, foliage and hardiness, but ripens i two weeks earlier. Color, delicate greenish white, tinged with yellow; size same as f Concord and quality of the very highest, being very juicy and sweet. lyr. 10c.;2 yr. 15c. DELAWARE. Bunch small, compact and shouldered; berries small; skin thin, light | | red; very juicy sweet and delicious. Unsurpassed in quality. lyr. 10cts.;2 yrs. 15 cts. | BRIGHTON. Oneofthe best red grapes for table use. Color, red or amber, bunch

| large, well formed; berries above medium in size. Most excellent in flavor and gnaiy Early. 1-year 10 cents; 2 years 20 cents.

MOORE’S EARLY. Bunch large: berry large, round, black with heavy blue islaaiie | very tender and sweet. Quite early. Vine hardy, vigorous and productiye. 1 year 10 cents; 2 years 15 cents.

4 NIAGARA. A grand Grape. Very hardy and vigorous in habit; bunch large and ‘compact. Berry large greenish white, changing to pale yellow. Quality excellent, melting and sweet. One ofthe best. 1year10cents; 2 years 15 cents.

WORDEN, A splendid Grape of Concord type, but earlier, larger in bunch and berry, | | and of decidedly better quality; vine hardier and in every way as healthy. Exceed- | ingly fine. 1 year 10 cents; 2 years 15 cents.

We will forward the entire collection of 8 VINES 8 strong ! year old vines, by mail, postpaid, 8 to any address, for only 50 cents.

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4 BEM EMBE They are all strong, dormant, one-year-

y old, field grown vines, with strong roots, is Fcut back ready for planting when you get them. ‘They } cannot fail to giveentire satisfaction.

OUR SPECIAL OFFER.

i# Ifyou will secure orders among your friends and neigh- ki! bors for three collections and remit $1.50 we will send you i one collection free for your trouble. Many of our patrons, when they receive their vines, are so well pleased that } they secure orders among their friends. You can do the } same with but little effort. '

‘1 TWO-YEAR-OLD VINES, o.mest the feanent | “4 trons for two-year-old vines, we are prepared to furnish ;

the above set in heavy two-year-old vines, at $1.00 for the set, by mail, postpaid. Four sets, by express, $3.50.

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A Beautiful New Begonia.

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of 1901, by Mr. H. G. Wolfgang, botanist and horticul- turist, at the establishment of The Templin C>., Calla, Ohio. Itisa pright grower, attaining a height of from two tothree feet. ‘Theleaves vary in length from six to ten inches, with «svy margins. It has unquestionably, the most att. 2nd marvelously beautiful foliage of any Begonia everin. »duced. Its large, glossy. metallic green leaves are pro{usely and irregularly blotched and mottled with the various shades of yellow, from rich ~ol- den-yellow tocreamy-white, beautifully tinged and flush- ed with most delicate flesh pink, deepening toward the margin to the richest crimson; the most remarkable com- bination and blending of colors ever found in the Begonia f}or any other plant. ‘The under side of the foliage is a bright coppery-crimson. Because of the wonderful varia- tion and blending of colors it might well be called

THE “ RAINBOW”’’ BEGONIA.

The remarkable beauty, ease of propagation, easy growth and endurance of the varied conditions of green- house and out-dcor culture, convinces us, and all ccm- petent judges who have seen it, that it is destined to be- come a most valuable and popular variety. During the winter and spring months the plant produces a profusion ft of rosy pink flowers.

A WOMDERFUL BEDDING BEGONIA.

This Begonia is certainly a valuable acquisition, not fionly as a novelty, but also as an out-door decorative 1} plant, because of its high qualities as a bedder. Wethis season had it bedded out on our grounds, under all condi- tions of shade and full sunshine, and find it withstands ajthe varying conditions admizably, and increases in rich- ness of colors and beauty every day.

NOiLZ.—The colored plate on the front cover was made direct from a plant that had been bedded out and exposed to direct sunshine all summer. The plants when sent out are not so bright colored, owing to indoor culture, but sct them in a sunny window, or bed out, and they soon assume the brilliancy of colors.

This grand Begonia originated with us, and we have the entire stock, whichis very limited. We will send it out by registcred mail crly, securely packed and guar- antecd to reach you in fine condition: Price, fine 3 inch pot plant, $1.00 each.

At the recent meeting of the Society af American Flor- gsts, held in St. Louis, in August, Begonia Teiplinit was awarded a Certificate of Merit. It created a great sensaiio:?.

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HREE years ago our attention was called toa new Strawberry the ‘‘Cardinal,” then / growing and fruiting on the Experimental Grounds of Mr. Geo. J. Streator, the orig- — FXCELLENCE y inator, at Garrettsville, Ohio, who is a horticulturist of national renown; the “Car- |

' ) dinal’’ being he result of nearly thirty-five years of plant breeding: having, during that =~

‘The “Cardinal” Sie herr

“The Best All-Purpose Strawberry Yet Produced.”

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period, grown all the New and Standard varieties, with thousands of seedlings, produced by natural and artificial pollenization.

This new berry was reported as creating a great sensation among berry growers whe

sent to us for examination, which resulted in a representative of our firm going to see it.

Wefound t growing along with forty (40) other new and standard varieties for comparison, |

— but in healthfulness, luxuriance of growth and productiveness the ““Cardina!”’ far excelled

all competitors. A subsequent visit to Mr. Streator’s place convinced us that the ‘‘Car-

Healthf Iness dinal’’ possessed sterl ing merit as an all-purpose berry, and our iaith was further strength- ul F ened by very flattering letters of testimony from horticulturists of national repute and re-

ports from various Experiment Station directors.

pal The price asked by Mr. Streator for the entire stock seemed so exhorbitant that we, jor

a time, declined to purchase. Later. with additional proof of its sterling qualities, know-

: ing that it had been sent to various Experimenta! Stations, fruit exhibited at Horticult-

Plant Producing 1} ural Society meetings. and thus largely advertised, yet never offered for sale: and consid-

: ering the fact thatitis veal merit that fixes values, we paid the price, with the under-

Quality. Standing that Mr Streator turn over tous all correspondence and letters of commenda- tion-concerning the “Cardiual’’ then in his possession, and that he write up its history and

a faithful description. ‘The following is his description, together with such letters of com-

— mendation as our space will permit:

Very Productive. || £o the Patrons of The Templin Co:

“Tn the culture and study of the fruits, flowers and plants of our orchards, gardens and lawns, I have passed more than one-third of a century of time. From iar and near, I have” sought the rare, the beautiful, the reputed best. Especially have new things been wel- |

. come. With the maze of perplexities, this conglomeration of faults and virtues, I have

Strong Fruit diligently toiled. Many a gem has come to light; ; | the value of many old things have been confirm-

Stalks ed again and again. In breeding from these

. best forms.the failures pile almost cloud high;

the successes are little more thana mole hill.”

\ I | ‘““Wrom allthese experiences have evolved my i| standard of judgement, the gauge with which Ll measure these things, and also the inspiration I feel to produce new forms and varieties having strong points and superior to the highest types known, and to prove them by comparative tests and culture.”

*T have made ita law to myself tooffer noth- ing forsale to the public or for test to other ex- perimenters, unless its merits were decidedly

Large Size of superier to the best of its kind. Few things have passed this ordeal and chicfest of them all is my ““CARDINAL”? STRAWBERRY.”

Fruit. “After carefully investigating facts regard- ing Cardinal, The Templin Company, of Calla, Ohio, gladly purchased my entire stock and I am glad to placeit in the hands of a firm whose - : : reputation, reliability and honesty is not sur- Uniformity 1 passed. Ladd a few testimonials and opinions of the very best judges and people who know the

Shape Cardinal. Previous to the autumn of 18931 had

: not sent out a single plant : it is now being test-

by many expert Horticulturists. and Experi-

— ment Stations, and reports from them are all GEORGE J. STREATOR, |

ee nas very favorable up to this time. ORIGINATOR OF THE CARDINAL,

Beautiful Color, “Cardinal.”

A bit of history of the “Cardinal” may interest you. |

“In 1896 whileworking in one of my gardens, which was used alternately fas}

High Quality strawberries and vegetables and in which self sown strawberry seedlings were common | | : one of them showed remarkable proportions; the seed ani secondary leaves were oj}

unusual size and substance. It was a little giunt among the seedlings, it seemed ch

little prize then, it has proved a great prize later. Fruiting with a lot of promisiey .

Superior for seedlings the nexi season, tt surpassed each and all of them. It was the largest ame t

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most vigorous plant; the leaves were larger, healthier, had more substance, making ¢ superb lung system for a plunt. A great truss of beautiful bright red berries pusher through the foliage on a stem of remarkable s.z ; the firm, solid berries were of idea shape, large, fine quality, of pronounced aroma. The plant matured them alli}! After fruiting the mother plant showed uncommon vitality ix the large number o| strong pink runners that made a great rosette of plants. Autumn set plants of these} in comparison with a score oy the good old kinds and best new ones, showed greo} superiority. The superior sizeof the plant, the power to produce runners. the s@] of the fruit and its great productiveness made it a giant among Strawberries and fe | atime it was called Gigantic, but fromits enlor it was afterward called «Cardinal? ],

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The “Cardinal” has fruited for me eight years, each season with a larger num-

b ber of varieties, and so far nothing has equaled it. In or out of fruit it is conspicu- T t4 R E e

LN ous in the eyes of inexperienced persons; and all the experts who have seen the

f fruit, or the plants iruiting, give it unstinted praise: and it is wort hy of it sé CA R DIN AL’’ 3 It originated and has been grown on moderately fertile clay loam, and as nearly

_ all good varieties do well here I have full faith that ‘Cardinal” will succeed gener- ally. Twice I have given plants extra culture and the response was most wonder- PO! NTS .— ful. ‘ It is a great female plant; a pistilate variety, that must have pollen from other + varieties ’ As to the variety it is a seedling of, [can only surmise. The more I study and Cardinal is the only Var'- compare it witha view of elucidating this problem, the stri mger lam confirmed in ety illustrated in the Gov- / the belief that it is from Warfield; at any rate, a vast improvement oyer that ernment Year - Book, for once famous variety. Warfield isclaimed to be a descendant of the old Wilson: if ; so, then “Cardinal” would seem to be kin to the Wilson that held the lead for25 } the year '904 me Years as the best market Strawberry. J believe that ‘Cardinal is the best marke -————————————— > Strawberry over produced, I have the greatest desire it shall prove to be so. _— Certainly every evidence here points to that conclusion. Cardinal is the only vari- ig Usually the ordinary persons who came to see my strawberries, when they ety given a full page half- i=, got are ac Gis 2 mam ee see and Cae of little else: but it was from the tone illustration in the masters 0 orticulture, the experts with the Strawberry, whose opinion was de- ‘ : ; Sired; and so there came to see me and my work, that old-time Water an whose Ohio Experiment Stattes . knowledge of this fruit is unsurpassed, and who has introduced more good Straw- Bulletin for 1905. . berries than any man in America—Mathew Crawford. His first words to me

4 after the examination were, “Lt ts a most wonderful Strawberry.’ Later, at his _ aome, he said to me, “2 ou will never be able to prouuce its equal.” “There is no Cardinal is one among a a point inwhich you.cou/d hope to improve it.” few varieties reproduced

=. ‘The same season, 1903, Prof. W. J. Green, Horticulturist of the Ohio State Ex- ; if

" periment Station, examined it. He tcld Mr. Crawford that *‘ ‘Cardinal’ was easi- Ta Wax aut .exhihlted ee » ty superior to all my other varieties” (40 of the old varieties and best new | the U- S. Government, at _ omnes, all grown alike in every way). I have repeatedly sent it to Mr. G. B. Brack- | the St. Louis Exposition. | ett, Pomologist of U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. After giving a detailed opinion of it | ~ heconcludes: “Taking it altogether I consider it a very va/uab/e new strawberry.””

) of “promising new fruits,” and says: ‘“‘/¢ 7s belteved the varteties here included represent the very cream of new sorts,”

_ In the same publication is a history of ‘“‘Cardinal’* and a redrced colored plate of it At the meeting of the Ameti- can Pomolozical Society in Boston, 1903, the evidence brought before the committee on new fruit, caused the Society in this meeting and its published proceedings, to recommend ‘‘Cardinal” for a general test.

In conclusion, I hope that not one of the many people who test this new strawberry of mine will have reason to find fault with it in any way What I have written is the clean truth.

> Novy. 29, 1903. Most sincerely, the Originator, GEO. J. STREATOR, GARRETTSVILLE, OHTO. | : ‘ B. T. GALLOWAY, CHIEF. | United States Department of Agriculture. aorta rate deere Bonen

Bureau cf Flant Industry. Tur TemPLiIn Company, Calla, Ohio., Dear Sirs: “‘I have recently learned that you have purchased the entire stock, contro: and right of dissemina- }* tion of the “Cardinal” strawberry from Mr. George J. Streator of Garrettsville, Ohio. From what Knowledge I have of this new berry I think you have obtained a valuable acquisition to the list of choice strawberries which we now have growing. It was my privilege to examine specimens of this new strawberry in 1903 when I found it to be a berry of | excellent quality, flesh quite firm, juicy, flavor sub-acid, sprightly, aromatic. It is evidently a good shipper, and in | every respect a very promising berry.”’ s Yours truly, G. B. Brackett.

Washington, D. C., Nov. 19, 1904.

5) RRS. eae + = WW. J. GREEN, HORTICULTURIST. geeo Aencuilaral Experiment Station. — 7) ee eG, NURIST.

S. CHAS. E, THORNE, DIRECTOR. Wooster, Ohio. Sept. 10. 1904.

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_ Gentlemen: “Regarding the “Cardinal” strawberry I will say that we had fall set plants in fruit here this sea- and judging from what we saw here, and at Mr. Streator’s place, I am of the opinion that it is a very valuable _ variety, particularly because of its productiveness, fine appearance and firmness.

_ We havea report on strawberries in press, and when this is out you will be at liberty to copy whatever you choose

_ from our report on the ‘Cardinal.” ters Yours very truly, _ W. J. Green. | Two of Mr. Streator’s Neighbors’ Opinions of the “Cardinal.” Gworce J. “TREATOR, Garretsville, Ohio. “Surely a Bonanza.”

\\” My DearSir: “In answer to your enquiry regarding| Garrettsville, Ohio, Aug. 21, 1901. | your New Strawberry, “‘CarpiNalL,” will state: I ad I have seen “‘Cardinal’’ on the grounds of the originator spent 25 years in the Strawberry Section of Southern Illi-| the past three years at different times and can say that s; and have taken a deep interest in the different va-|jts merits far surpass any other variety that I have yet ‘Tieties, as they have been introduced and have watched ' seen growing, first for vigor ot plant and for plant produc- your “Cardinal” very closely, upon your grounds, for the;tion, The fruit closely resembles the Marshall for color, m,, Past two years, and am pleased to say I consider it far| symmetry of form and size, and will rank with Green ville jy Superior to any berryIeversaw. In productiveness, foli-| and Haverland for productiveness. It is solid and dark |, 28. color, long season of bearing, holding size to the last; | colored clear through, and for canning equals the old War- it has nosuperior. It is a good plant producer throwing | fje1q. Its runners are thick and stocky and it reaches far eat strong, long runners, and plants far apart, which I) out pefore forming a plant. I predict for it a great future. |) Consider of great importance, as it will be less liable to mat) Por commercial Purposes it is a bonanza. I have grown ,inthe row. Indeed, © cannot speak in too high terms of Strawberries for the past 25 years and have tested hun- the “Cardinal.” Resr-ctfully, yours, L.H. Payne. | greds of varieties. LC. Swax

_ Nore.—The above historical sketch and descriptive matter are all from the pen of the originator, Mr. Streator. first two testimonials are from Hortuculturists of world-wide reputation and whose opinions are recognized as pauthority. The other testimonials are from neighbors who have known Mr. Streator for many years, and who were Nim position to watch the development of the “Cardinal” from its infancy.

_ Price, 30 cts. each; {2 for $3.00; 25 for $5.00; by Registered Mail.

_ While we own the entire stock of ‘‘Cardinal’’ it is quite limited; therefore we can off them only in limited quantities. They will bo securely packed in a neat, strong box, i guaranted to reach you safely and in prime cozidition,

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In the Year-Book of the Department of Agriculture for 1903, Wm. A. Taylor, Assistant Pomoligist, gives a list

The Great “Portage” Gooseberry.

ITS ORIGIN, HISTORY AND “ BOUT fifteen years ago Mr. A. H. House, a carpenter of Man tua, O., set about developing

a little farm. His large family were much interested in fruits, es- pecially those of the garden. An assistant in this labor brought Mr. House a Gooseberry plant. [It was small, but vigorous, and was taken {from anold garden, near ne other plants of the Gooseberry kind: was evidently a seedling. It developed intoa strong, luxuriant plant, the size and substance of the leaves being a marked feature. ‘The fruit wasa marvel. Of great size and so abundant, the quality fine, it was the sensaticn of the neighborhood: and at a fruit exhi- bition was given the name of the | county where it originated—Port- | age. Itseemeda bonanza to Mr. House; a golden nest-egg in its promise. With poor success he tried PHOTOGRAPH OF A MAN’S HAND, CONTAINING EIGHT PORTAGE GOOSEBERRIES. to propagate it: a few plants were | grown, however, and given to friends and Experimental Stations to test. "The writer was favored with a single plant. I afterwards propagated j for him quite a stock of plants, which he later sold to the nursery firm referred to below.”

“T grew and fruited it under varying conditions, and always with success, unless late spring frosts killed the blos- } soms. I have grown it with the largest and finest American and European varieties, (all of which were deficient in } size of fruit, productiveness, vigor of plant and prevalence of mildew,) but the ‘‘Portage’”’ was easily and decidedly su- | perior to them inevyery point. Really a magnificent new fruit. The Pomologist of the Department of Agriculture |

pronounces it ‘““A REMARKABLE AND MOST PROMISING NEW GOOSEBERRY.’’

“Ten years ago one of the largest Nursery Firms in the United States purchased the entire stock owned by Mr. | House, and put allothers who had plants under contract not to sell or give away plants or cuttings, for ten years. ff That period has just expired. ‘The Nursery Firm could not, or did not propagate enough stock to warrant them in } offering it. I was permitted by this firm to grow and fruit allthe plants I desired on my own grounds. I have} faithfully kept my promise, despite the fact that all these years I have been beset and tormented with appeals for plants and cuttings, and am now giad to announce that

In the sale of my choicest productions to The Templin Co. they acquired my entire stock of the ‘‘Portage.’’ and now, for the first time, will the general public have a chance to procure plants and grow the fruit of this the most val- uable of all Gooseberries, which has been ‘‘bottled up” all these years. The quantity of plants is even now quite small—probably less than two thousand for sale. “Even when once known, it must be many years before the supply of plants can possibly equal the demand.

A FULL SIZE TABLE SPOON CONTAINING FOUR PORTAGE GOOSEBERRIES.

Plant in good soi!, away from the roots and shade of trees, as sunshine stored in fruit is quality. Cultivate shay low but clean. Mulch liberally in autumn with rotten barn-yard manure. Under good cultivation the plant is vigorous grower and very productive of large, luscious fruit. .S7ze, beauty, and quality in fruit are indispensab factors in order to become popular with the customer. Added to these, in the producer’s interests, are productiv ness, hardiness and freedom from disease. All these are possessed by the “‘Portage:” a sum total of qualities the makes it pay to grow the “‘Portage” Gooseberry.

: “The largest of the berries exceed one and one-fourth inches long and a plump inch in diameter. The color, when rit

#s a greenish yeliow, and so translucent as to. show the seeds. When ripe the quality 7s unexcelled. Fust imagine a stron vigorous Gooseberry plant with large, thick foliage, showing no disease, with sturdy, well branched old wood and vigo ous new Shoots, the branches thickly set with fruit which surpasses in size the largest American and European sorts; be ries that bend the branches low; beautiful big fellows of a size that makes a mouthful.”

| ‘Tt has uniformly done well with us: appears to bef

a European class, but is much less liable to mildew} } than any other I have seen. It is of very large siz} , ; ae and quite prolific. We are able to grow it withou § | ‘In conclusion I quote the opinion of Prof. Green, of the any special treatment.”’ q Ohio Experiment Station, who has grown the Portage for - eer W. J. GREEN. Wooster Ex. Sta., O. many years, and whose opinion is aathority.”» Hesays: |S —— =

Our stock is verv limited. Price, two-year-old plants, $1.00 each, by prepaid, registered mail. |

“For fully fourteen years I have known the luxury ana delights oi this most excellent berry and what I have written are the simple facts.”

GEo. J. STREATOR.

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OVELZIE

In rnese days of sceintific p'ant breeding and rapid improvement aleng the lines of horticulture, we cannot afford to neclect the uew varieties entirely. vet, from the fact that there are so many new thins being offered it micht be well to be cautious where you are not thoroughly convinced of the dealer’s interrety: but, if you aresatisfied along this line, you can try the “*“Novelties” with perfect safety and ultimate satisfaction. Your attention is called to the following five pages here we offer a few of the most desirable novelties in Flower Seeds. Thev ave a//] strict/y first class and our prices are 'ty reasonable. It is always intensely interesting to watch the development of new varieties. Try them.

ARCTOTIS GRANDIS.

Blue Eyed African Daisy. This remarkable novelty is of easy *owth, and quickly forms a bush two or three feet across with dis- fct silvery white deeply cut foliage. Lach plant produces an im- ense number of daisy-like flowers carried on long graceful stems. hese flowers measure twoana a half ta three and a quarter inches diameter. When open they area silvery white, with a decided *y-blue eye Surrounded by a narrow yellow cone. In bloom con- aually from July until frost. 10cents per 50 seeds.

CHOICE NEW ALYSSUM.

Carpet of Snow. A valuable new variety of the popular old fash- ied Alyssum. Grows only about three inches high and bleoms so ‘lusely as to be a veritable carpet of snow-white fragrant flowers. w bordering beds, etc., it will be found very desirable. 5 cts. per Oseeds; % oz. 15cts.

NEW LARGE-FLOWERING CALLA.

Devoniensis. . The most beautiful and best Calla up to date, with- t a doubt, blooming from seed in one year. It produces from 3 to -imes aS many flowers as the older sorts.

The seedlings come true and will bloom profusely the first year. his Calla came from England about 6 years ago and isa great iprovement on C. Aethiopica. Its willingness to bloom is phenom- al, while its culture is the simplest.

“One year old plants often produce from 6 to 8 flowers which are of great beauty. They are pure white, large and *e borne on stout stalks. If sown at intervals this.Calla can be had in bloom all the year. 25 cents per pkt. of 25

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ARCTOTIS GRANDIS.

NEW GIANT FRAGRANT.

Centaurea Imperialis. This new Centaurea, isa cross xetween C. Moschata and Margaret, represents the best hat has been produced in these beautiful Summer- blooming plants. The bushes areabout four feet high, of enormous dimensions, and are covered with large, beautiful flowers of the form and fragrance of Centau- rea Margaret. The flowers will keep for over a week in water, ifcutjust when thev are about toopen. Itis = cf easiest culture, which cannot be said of C. Margaret. The color variation is very great, almost infinite. W hen well known there will be no garden without this beautiful new flower. Ifa package is sown every two . or three weeks until July, aconstant succession of bloom - can be had throughout the whole Summer and Fall. S t= This is one of the best novelties ever sent out. We offer a mixture of white, rose, delicate pink, dark lilac, brilliant dark purple, etc. 10 cents per pkt. of 50 seeds: 3 packets for 25 cents.

HELIOTROPE, MIDNIGHT.

The stems of this new variety are black, and the foli- age beautiful bronze green; so dark as to be almost black: the flowers a lovely shade of purple variegated ' with white and lighter purple, very fragrant and much admired for bouquets. 10 cents per pkt. of 75 seeds.

SINGLE GIANT FLOWERING POPPY.

Miss Sherwood. An extremely beautiful, large. sin- gle annual Poppy. The flowers are of enormous size, > measuring from 4 to5 inches across, are pure satiny white, Shading toward the margin into a delicate sal- mon rose deepening at the edges. The plant grows 2 to 2'6 feet high. blooming in great abundance for a long period. Very attractive, and deserves a place inevery

NEW GIANT FRAGRANT CENTAUREA. garden. 5cents per pkt. of 100 seeds.

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Giant Marguerite Carnatic

Like the Marguerite Carnation, the seed of this new strair } bloom in about four months after sowing, and the plants will} tinue to flower all through the summer. ‘The flowers are of H iarge Size, measuring three inches or more in diameter: thec} include all the shades of white, pink, crimson and striped. plants grow upright, requiring hardly any support, and ~ yield of flowers is worderful. Our seed is fron originator and can be relied upon to produce est flowers in an almost endless variety of coy 15 cents per packet of 100s.eds. a

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Beautiful Large Leaved. Coleus are easily ¢ from seed and make beautiful brilliant co plants, either for pot culture or@he garden. 4 7 secd here offered were saved {rem a grard cf}!

J : iy f fh i \\ S YZ, } i ih Hh i i f EN \\\ \ = y, j by Wy WY Ne aw \ a NN \\ \S \ yy Y/ ] ZB tion of new, large leaved varieties, including n

fringed I-aved varieties. They must preg some grand new sorts. 10ccnts per 75 seeds.

COBAIA MACROSTEMA,

A grand new climber introduced from the C ry Islands. <A very strong, robust, rapid gr being much stronger than C. Scandens. A g vine for porch and trellis work. Pretty gree} age with flowers borne on long stems of green[ff violet color. You should try this gx climber. Very rare and scarce. 10¢™ Zim per packet of 10 seeds, de

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89 African HornedCucumt

A remarkably interesting climbing! i that always attracts attemion. As st vine will cover a trellis freely 10 feet sa} with a solid sheet of dark green fcliaga $: \ is the fruit, however, that a‘tracts aj

: tion. The curious hc fruit is about 2 inches i}_ ameter, and is a bifl¥ orange-red when ripe. ], Keep several weeks and 1} excellent pickles. Au as well as interesting njy ty. 5cts. per 25 seeds.

LEMON VERBET'!

An_ old-fashioned favjs introduced {rom Chili in #i the leaves of which are fff) delightfully fragrant, }. when. dried retain thei}! grance for months.. It ip low growing, tender st!# very easily grown, with }. Narrow, pointed leaves; 1° minute flowers im del] | pyramidal panicles. Es quite hardy in the north! should be taken up al, tn light frost and wintered }; cool cellar; 10 cents per J, of 50 seeds.

BEAUTIFUL BEGONIA. eos 24. ds, |

Vernon. This beautiful Begonia is best grown from seed and is the most popular bedding variety: suc- ceeds under any treatment and makes anelegant pot plant. ‘They thrive best in a moist, partially shaded situation. Sow seed in a shallow box, being careful to have soil very fine, which should be silted through a mealsieve. Scatter seed on the surface, as they are very fine, and press down with the hand. (Do not cov- ex seed with soil.) Cover the box with a glass and keep in a warm place. Flowers are bright orange-carmine; foliage glossy green, but exposed to the sun is a rich bronze-red. Always in bloom. Try them. 15 cents per packet of 500 seeds.

DOUBLE MONKEY FLOWER.

ws about 8 inches high, as shown in our illus- Poe is remarkably free of bloom; the flowers are double and shade in color through pale yellow, golden, flesh, rose, crimson and maroon, handsomely blotched and marked. This bazarre plant is of easy culture, thriving in any moist er shady situation, and its gor- = = e be 3 geous blossoms delight the eve for a Iong time. 10cts. += 2 te per pack: t of 100 - ceeds. DOUBLE MONKEY FLOWE

GIANT MARGUERITE CARNATION.

New California Poppy.

Rosy Mor. A distinct new shade of this popular annual. Rosy-white petals are delicately crimped and fluted with tiny folds, and richly shaded with a soft prim- rose-yellow hue. A remarkably pleasing combination. This is a novelty of un- doubted merit, and deserves the attertion of all lovers of flowering annuals. It should be in every garden. 5cents per 100 seeds.

STOKESIA CYANZA.

Cornflower, or S.okes’ Aster. This is one of our most charming and beautilul native plants. The plant grows from 18 to 24 inches hich. bearing freely, from July until frost, its .andsome lavender-blue Centau- rea-like blossoms, each measuring from 4 to 5inches across. It is of the easiest cult- ure, succeeding in any open sunny posi- tion, and is desirable as a single plant in the mixed hardy border, and with fine ef- fect in masses or beds supplies the demand for blue cut-flowers in theautumn. 10cts. per packet of 25 seeds.

TUBEROUS ROOTED CLEMATIS.

air GIANT FLOWER- IG HELIOTROPE.

:trusses of flowers of this strain of Helitrope often Mires a foot across. Florets large and fragrant. Sow Bled in the open ground about si stof May and tle hand-

‘bushes will furnish cut “Ss all summer and fall. We ‘the best sorts mixed. 5cts. Bct. of 50 seed.

WHITE KENIL-

in WORTH IVY.

‘S; popular old Kenilworth ‘Mith its multitude of little Slike flowers is one of the useful plants for vases, bas- Wetc. Here we havea new ‘-y with pure snow-white aws- but ‘otherwise like the njar old variety, 5 cents per epA 75 seeds.

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i NEW HARDY TERLASTING FEA. Beauty. Heretofore the

: ds, 5 cents.

er Seed Department.

wary Red and White Everlasting Peas have been the only ‘7 known. We now have an entirely new variety, the c»'or ,| a delicate s"adei pink, the edges of the petals b-ing ict in color; the wings being much deep=r in c lor than the 4 ards. Perfectly tard , blooming the first year from seed,

mcreasing in size and beauty from year to year.

New Japanese and Italian. The best strain in existence. Grown on special contract, fifty of the finest double, semi-doubl.- and single varieties of the most gor- geous and brilliant colors. bloom from seed in four to five months, and will frequently reward the culti- vator with charming new vafieties ; in fact, propagation by seed i3 the only sure way to obtain new varieties. The most popular plant grown, either for pot culture im winter, or for bedding out in summer.

A very conspicuou i; and handsome new winter Stock with flowers of very large size. color is pink. The plants will bloom in 10 to 12 weeks from seed.

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NEW DWARF JAPANESE TUBEROUS ROOTED CLEMATIS,

This isa hardy dwarf herbaceous plant which should be grown in every garden; of very easy culture bearing numer- ous flowers of a beautiful rich blue and pure white, ~losely n~ sembling ‘the popular blue Clematis Jackmanii. It has a large tuberous root, is perfectly hardy and becomes more beautiful as it grows older. In bloom from early summer un- tilfrost. Sure to give satisfaction. 10 cts. for pkt. of 150 seeds

CLIMBING DOLICHOS.

Princess Helene, or Daylight. One of the prettiest and most valuable climbing vines, of remarkably rapid growth. of very easy culture and will climb to a height of 12 to 15 feet by mid- summer. Jhe flowers, which are produced in large panicles. are pure snow white, very fragrant and are followed by orna- mental seed pods, which hang on the vine until frost. 5 cents per packet of 10 seeds.

NEW ROYAL PINKS.

Dianthus Nobilis. This is a decided improvement on th* popular Indian Pink, ‘The flowers being of fine form and from 3to4inches in diameter. The petals are beautifully frilled and fringed ; colors are deep, bright blood red at the centre. shading tocarmine, pink, blush and even pure white. Th: plant is vigorous, producing its beautiful flowers in great pro fusion. Fine for cutting, and the more you cut them the better they bloom, 5 cents per pkt. of 50 seeds

SHASTA DAISY. Buarbank’s New Cilant. This new

Giant White Daisy is creating a sensation wherever it is grown. It is perfectly hardy everywhere and blooms continually from June until frost. The flowers are single, pure white, of monstrous size, averaging 3to4inches in diameter and borne on stiff uprightscems. Once planted it will take care of itself. and in- crease in size and beauty from year toyear. Will bloom the first year from seed. 10 cents per packet of 50 seeds.

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SHASTA DAISY,

Packet,

GERANIUM.

and seed saved from over

They will

GERANIUM, JAPANESE AND ITALTAN.

25 seeds 15 cents.

KOCHIA SCOPARIA,

Fire Ball. A very distinct and higly ornamental annual plant, growing quickly from seed sown in the open ground in May. Grows rapidly, soon forming perfect little bushes like the illustration. Early in the fall the ends of all the branches are thickly set with small

- bright scarlet flowers, the bushy plant resembling a ball of fire. to try this grand novelty.

We advise our customers 10 cents per packet of 100 seeds.

BEAUTY OF NICE STOCK,

The 15 cts. per pkt. of 100 seeds.

The Templin Co., Calla, Ghio

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New Ostrich PI ial SUT1Cc ume eloSiayk Thompsonii Magnifica. This 1 t t is novelty represents th ‘ rfe | strain of the Feathered or Ostrich Blume Cdtteribs. The Ai | have a true pyramidal branching growth about 2 feet high, cac branch or stem being crowned with a large feathery plume varyir} in the most magnificent shades of color, ranging from the cleare } yellow to the darkest blood red. Of great value for all decorati»|-

purposes, in and out of doors. 10 cents per packet a packets for 25 cents. : Pp of 150 seeds}

CELOSIA SPICATA.

A remarkably handsome novelty forming upright, in, | pyramidal plants, 2% feet high, and eee at theta oe } branch pretty spikes of bright, rose colored flowers, which, whe |: open, change to silvery white. A fine plant for the garden. 5ct]- per packet of 50 seeds. ;

NEW DWARF ZINNIA “PYGMY.”

An absolutely new dwarf variety of large flowering Zinni KF ing only about 8 inches in height, but in spite of this aes habit of extraordinary rich flowering. We have had as many as 25 to. i flowers of about 3 inches in diameter on a single plant, which is ce} tainly remarkable considering its small proportions. The fowe:ID are very double, and being of a dwarf, compact habit, especial! , recommended as a border plant. We offer them in many choi{i colors, 10 cents per packet of 25 seeds. by

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NEW DOUBLE WHITE-FRINGED ZINNIA. |

Snowflake. An entirely new, distinct and very beautiful form Zinnia. Each petalis beautifully fringed, giving the flower a nov and very b-autiful fluffy appearance. The plant and flower is

the Grandiflora style, large and robust, producing flowers unt!

a frost. 10 cents per packet of 50 seeds. )

SNOWFLAKE ZINNTA. GIANT ZINNIAS,

CELOSI,y = Ouee> Victoria A fine nv}

large flowering Zinnia, formir, Fordhook Fancy.

handsome plants 3 feet hig) and mammoth, perfectly do} SENN Mammoth Verbena, We offer BAN this strain of Mammoth Ver- = a

ble, pure white flowers 4 inch bena bzlieving them to be the

ct more in diameter. The} 8 TOW as easy as weeds and sac} best and finest grown. ‘They embrace all’ desirable colors

make a fine show, bloomir]}

throughout the entire seaso} 5cents per packet of 25 seed

found among Verbenas, pro-

ducing exceptionally large fow-

ers and magniiicent trusses;

Scarlet and Gold. Anothif| the individual florets are of un-

. grand variety similar to t] usual size. These plants flower

above, except in color. TT mammoth flowers are brig] best and grow more rapidly. from seed, which. should . be

scarlet, distinctly striped gol: started in boxes in the house

en yellow. 5cents per 25 seed

1 pkt. each of above for 25-ct’ and transplanted carly, which will make a grand show. Very

Tom Thumb Zinnias, desirable and highly recom- -

Scariet Gem. A charmir}

dwart Zinnia, covered all sur} | mended. 10 cents per packet of 100 seeds; 75cents per %

q ounce.

SWEET-SCENTED VERBENA.

Mayflower, © This is of the same trailing habit as the Arbutus or Mayflower, its : branches creeping over the ground and hugging it closely. Its blossoms are of the same shape and about the same size. The new Verbena Mayflower has allthese characteristics, with the additional merit of possessing the same lovely and delicate pink and white coloring, making its flowers closely like the Arbutus; and. last, it has the same exquisite fragrance, 10 cents per pack- et of 75 seeds; 3 packets 25 cents. Z :

“"-.WIOSS “VERBENAS.

An entirely distinct new class of these popular annuals. ‘They are of easy- culture, producing a mass of fine, moss-like foliage, which, as the branches spread out in all directions, form a mossy green carpet, above which the delicate clusters of blossoms are borne in great profusion. The effect is charming. Much hardier than the common Verbena. ‘Two colors mixed, white and pur- ple. 10 cents per packet of 100 seeds.

VERBENA COMPACTA.

A valuable new strain, differing from the oommeon varieties in style of growth, being of dwarf, compact, upright, bushy habit. White, scarlet, red, purple, etc., mixed. . A free bloomer. 10 cts. per packet of 100 seeds. ‘

mer with small scarlet flower’ }

Excellent for bedding. 15 ct} - per packet of 25 seeds« -

White Gem. Like the above, but with snc¥}

white flowers Suitable for edging and be §}

din or for cemetery planting. Only 8 to

inch:s high. .15cents per packet of 25 seed)

“lower Seed Department. r

‘ 99 This beautiful new strain represents Masterpiece.” 1" pwetcnka yesrescih

hig iest perfection in Giant Pan- }es and for this reason has been called ‘‘Masterpiece.”’ It light be called adouble Parsy, although the number of pet- is are the Same asin all other Pansies, but they are ruffled nd crimped in such a mann.r that the flowers have the ap- garance of being double. The flowers are remarkably large Sand the colors and markings probably excell all others in rich-

ass and variety. About fifty percent. will produce the beau- * ful ruffied flowers. 15 cts. per pkt. 150 seeds; 2 pkts. 25 cts.

“it : ¢ 4%? This rare new Pansy is quite distinct / Bridesmai ° from all others. The ground color of ‘ie flower is a clear rosy white, rivaling in delicacy and beau- )rthe finest apple blossom and strikingly setting off the large, ‘ch dark purple blotch in the centre of each petal. This fine aw Pansy was introduced by Mr. Cassier, the great French “ansy specialist which is sufficient guarantee of its merit. jcents per pkt. of 150 seeds; two pkts. 25 cents. ‘ 9? Here we have a new giant fine spot- Canary Bir ° ted Pansy of rare beauty. The ywers are of remarkable size; ground color bright eanary dlow. the centre of each petal being marked with a large, “irk blotch. A fine bedding Pansy, being of strong, healthy eibit and producing its flowers well above foliage. Give ita jal. 15cts. per pkt. of 150 seeds; 2 pkts. 25 cts. =i

“7p h 7? Not one of the many Pansy varieties has { syc e. such a winning appearance as Psyche. The : =: Mant is perfect in habit ana very floriferous. “ach flower is Pe . sgantly curled and undulated and in every respect a beauty form and color. The characteriStic fine velvety violet *“MASTEPIECE’. PANSY. otches or eyes are surrounded by a broad whiteedge. Comes true {rom seed.

Ss 20 cts. per pkt. of 150 seeds.

‘ ‘ 8 ‘The flowers of this novelty are simil: : me anh, ae es meee a} Gi P : x mS 0 lty z Similar to those of the Masterpiece Pansy, each petal is ied ant retiosa. marked with a very large blotchof deep violet color: these blotches are surrounded by a . illiant crimson rose background and the ground color is margin

7 : : $ 5 the sd with a pure white edge. A very effective and wight variety. and we are sure that,this novelty will please our customers. 15 cts. per pkt. 150 seeds: 2 pkts. 25 cts.

D 97 A most interesting type of Pansies > Giz net Chace ia a : ‘Orchid-Flowere x xy type ansies of thc Giant Flowered. Class containing a mix-

| os ture of the most SUrPrising. novel unjouc ané beavtifu’ colo: combinavions. entirel? w among Pansies She grounc colo: oO. hearif ar. the flowers is in hgh. shadex Lhe petals Are. marked with larg #jown or golden yellow blotches which diffuse into rays and veins toward the edge. The upper petals are upright id sort of plaited, which gives the flowers their resemblance to orchids. The colors range in terra cotta Shadings as #41 asin the fie,h, orange, rose, pink and lilac. 15 cents per pkt. of 150 seeds: 2 pkts. 25 cts. The six new varieties above described, one packet of each for 60 cents.

Choice New Sweet Peas.

Burpee’s New White Wonder.

This new Double-Stemmed Many Flowered White Sweet Pea was distributed last seascn and is pronounced the most unique novelty in Fall Sweet Peas yet introduced. The flowers are pure white, of great size, with six toeight flowers on a long stout stem, which frequently comes double: that is, two stems seem to be united in growth throughout their entire length. Very profuse bloomers, of unusual vigor, from the fact that about halfthe flowers havedouble standards, 15 cents per pkt. of 50 seeds: 1 oz. 35 cents: 4 1b. $1.00.

Dorothy Eckford.

So much has been said and written of this grand new giant white variety, that already it must be familiar to a great number oflovers of this glorious flower. It is the grandest pure white yet seen, with notendency whatever to tinge or go pink: the plantis very short jointed, and grows an enormous mass of bloom. Should bein every collection. 15 cents per packet oi 50 seeds; 1 ounce 35 cents: % pound $1.00.

One packet each of the above New Peas 25 cents. BURPEE’S “DAINTY.”

This unique new Sweet Pea has created quite a Yurvore in Engiand as well asin America. Flowers are of the largest size and splendid substance, while they are borne three and four, set well at the end of long stout stems. The beautifully formed flowers, upon first opening, appear to be white, but quickly change to “white with pink edge,’’—making a most charming contrast,—there is more pink on the edges ofstandard than on edges of wings. Seed vers scarce. 15cts. per pkt. of 25 seeds.

SUE EARL.

This distinct and beautiful new Sweet—Pea is a cross of Lottie Eckford and Mrs. Eckford. The standard is primrose, with mauve at the edges: wings almost pure primrose, with only a suggestion of light mauve. The last blossom preduced at top of stem always remains of a clear primrose color, while the other flowers become later of a.deep wraurvée,—Making a most charming contrast. The flowers are of large sive and borne three on alarge stem, 15cénts per pkt. of 50 seeds.

As a special inducement, we offer one packet cach ef the above four now varieties for on> 50 cents.

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I geal” Asters. |

_ Asters were originally introduced from China into Europ. about 173L At that time it was a single flower, and its improvement and develop- ment during the last half century has been simply mar- velous, both in form, size and character of the flowers and the variation and beauty of colors. Frobably noclass of flowers has reccived more attention and banso much im- proved. Thcy have beccme so popular, ard are sofully appreciated by all, that it is unneces-ary for us to dwell on their marvclous bauty. There aremany new and dis tinct types, each cf which is uniquein style and color. All are profuse blocmers. "The scason of blooming extends from July to frost. Thesceds we offer are grown by an Aster specialist and we do not hesitate to guarantee them to be equaltyo any secd cn the m ‘ket.

Each packet will contain 100 seeds.

GIANT COMET OR PLUME ASTTR.

A grand newrace of Asters, of the most distinct and improved type ef flower, and is, we believe, destincd to be- come very popular. Itis of strong, s‘urdy habit, 18 to2 inches high; each stem terminating in a fine large flower, thrce to four inches across, having long, narroy’, twisted pera's, gracefully formed into loose, very double flowers, ret unlike a Japanese Chrysanth mum. We offer them in the following choice separate colors: Eider Down, pure white. White, S.riped P.nk, peau- tifully striped. Carmine Strigea White, carmine stripes. Bright Carmine, very brilliant. Rosy Pink, delica‘e shade of pink. Price, cents per packet; the set of 5 packets for 25 cents. _ Giant Ccmet Mixed. We offer a mixture of all the above and mony others found in this fine class at 10 cents per packet; 3 for 25 cents; % ounce 40 cents; 1 cz. $1.25.

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GIANT COMET OR PLUME ASTER,

SEMPLE’S BRANCHING ASTERS. This is a magnificent American strain. The plants form strong» robust bushes about 2 feet high, bearing profusely on long, strong, upright stems, handsome Chrysanthemum-like flowers, often over > inches in diameter. Theform of flowers is correctly shown in the illustration, and, as can be readily seen, have none of the stiffness usual among Asters, making them especially valuable for cut flower work. ‘They bloom two to three weeks later than most sorts and fill * in the interval between the general crop of Asters and Chrysanthe- mums. Weoffer them in the following five separate colors: Pure White, Crimson, Lavender, Bright Pink, and Purple. Price, 6 cents per packet; the set of five for 25 cents. Semple’s mixed, 5 cents per packet; 4% ounce 30 cents; i ounce $1.00.

PAEONY-FLOWERED PERFECTION.

These are noted for their uniformly large, perfect: flowers, with pretty incurved petals. The plant grows in perfect form from 18 to 20 inches high, producing its flowers on long, upright, wiry stems. A remarkably free bloomer. ‘The ideal strain for bouquets and

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offer in 7 the sieeing 6 SEMPLE’S NEW BRANCHING.

separate cclors: Pure White. Light Rose, Bricht Cr-mson, Light

Blue. Dark Plue, Carmine. Price, 8 cents per packet; the set of 6 kets for “0 cents. ;

»Paeony Mixed, including all the above colors and many others,

5 cents per packet; %4 ounce 40 cents; 1 ounce $i..5. ;

VICTORIA ASTERS.

A magnificent type having massive, showy flowers, with regu- &. lar overlanring petals clear to the LAF <~ antre. Flowersfrom three tofour 9%,

’ inches across and of rich and va- 4 ried colors. Plants grow very evenly, pyramidal in form, and about 18 inches high, producing from 25 to40 magnific nt flowers. We offer them in the following sen- arate colors: Pure White, Bricht Rose, Scarlet, Crimson and Blue. These will produce firwers in al- J most endless shades ard cannot fa'l && to give satisfaction. Price,5cts. per packet; the set of 5 pkts. for 25 cts.

Victoria Mixed, including all the above and other lighter shades, Scents per packet; ¥% oz. 40 cents; PZXZONY-FLOWERED PERFECTION. 1 ox $1.25. VICTORIA.

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a * — _ QUEEN OF THE MARKET ASTERS, : FIRE KING ASTERS. _ A superb variety of graceful, spreading habit, growing| The most brilliant Aster ever i _ . 5 “pcs are ° : : 5 “r ever introduced. Plant of } about one foot high. Its great merit is its early flowering dwarf, compact habit, covered with large, handsome,

} character, being in full bloom fully two weeks before most } other varieties begin. The colors are deep blue, white,

pink and deep rose. Very desi-able._ We offer them in |} the following separate colors: White, Pink, Crimson, and f le. 10 cents per packet of 100 seeds; 4 packets 30 cts. : Colors Mixed. 8 cents per packet of 100 seeds: % oz. 3 cents; % oz. 50 cents.

LADY IN WHITE ASTERS.

Unsurpassed in its graceful habit, forming perfectly symmetri- | eal plants that produce 50 to75 per‘ect, pure white, double flowers; | they develope gradually and thus prolong the season of bloom. } Remarkably free flowering, and unexcelled for bouquets. 10 cts. | per packet of 100 veds.

NEW UPRIGHT BRANCHING ASTERS.

: A fine new large growing Aster, of strong, upright habit, form- | ing little trees 18 10 24 inches high, each branch surmounted by

perfectly tormed flowers of faultless form. ‘The color is

intensely brilliant; when beginning to bloom it i3 a pure scarlet, but changes to magnificent satiny scarlet—two 10 cents per

most brilliant colors. Petals incurved.

packet of 100 seeds.

immense pure white, perfectly double flowers, outer petals reflexed

as ina Japanese Chrysanth mum: centre petals, short, finely quilled. Fine for bouquets. We offer two colors only; white and pink mixed, 10 cents per packet of 100 seeds.

' CHRISTMAS TREE ASTER.

The name is derived from its sturdy, spreading habit. Anat tractive novelty, and certainly the most profuse and early bloom- er. Flowers are about 2 to 2% inches in diameter. We offer choicest mixed colors, 10 cents per packet of 100 seeds.

NEW RAY ASTERS.

A beautiful variety of branching habit, bearing large flowers -} w@nilong stems. The flowers consist of slender, quilled petals. Ex- | geedingly pretty and distinct, and are a decided acquisition. The

-<olors are white and pink mixed. 10cts. per packet of 100 seeds.

| COCARDEAU OR CROWN ASTERS, |

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| farge, perfectly double, the centre being pure white, bor- _ dered with petals of some brilliant cdlor, such as red, blue,

| pink, purple:v ery interesting and pretty style. Grow

-| about 18inches high. Certain to please. Choicest mixed . golors. 5 cents per packet of 100 seeds.

BET TERIDGE’S QUILLED ASTERS.

_ Whis is an improved form of German Quilled, with large |) flowers. A very popular class, growing about two feet ‘| high. Flowers perfectly double, formed of tube or quill- shaped petals. Entirely distinct from all others. Espe-

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A very pretty class Aster, of the Truffant’s Perfection type. Plants about 20 inches high; flowers of large size, perfectly round and double, and borne on long stems. Free flowering and of compact habit; certainly a fine new type of Asters. Choicest mixed coldrs, 5 cents per packet of 100 seeds.

GIANT OSTRICH PLUME ASTERS,

Magnificent variety that resembles the Giant Comet, but the petals are both longer and narrower and'so loosely arranged as torival the Japanese Chrysanthemum. A variety of great merit, being very graceful in habit. Flowers 4 to 5 inches across. We offer choice mixed colors,

\|, cially fine for bouquets, etc. Choicest mixed colors, 5 cts. per packet of 100 s-eds.

GIANT SILVER TIPPED AST#RS,

10 cents per packet of 100 seeds.

DWARF HOHENZOLLERN ASTERS.

A splendid new strain of Dwarf Asters, about 6 to 8 inches high. Flowers very large, perfectly double: petals curled and twisted similar t> Giant Comet. This new race will prove of great merit for growing in ps and beds or borders. Choiee mixed colors, 10 cents per 100 seeds.

formed of wide, irregular shaped petals,

sh being neatly tipped with silvery wh!te. This has

»coven to be a very fine novelty. We offer the pink and

' blue Varieties mixed. 10 cents per packet of 100 seeds. OUR

ceteBRaTED ““Prize’’ Mixed Asters.

We have for several years offered a superb mixture of Asters under the name “Prize”? Mixed Asters. They have given universal satisfaction, ana the demand has steadily increased from year to year. In fact, we ao not hesitate to recommend them as the most complete mixture cf A3- ters ever offered. Wesell many thousand packets every year and have never yet received a single complaint. In the preparation of this fine mixture we procure all the different varieties we can find among differ- ent growers and th-n mix them thoroughly aad fill the packets from this’superb mixture. Lach pac et will cot tain seeds of all the cnosce varieties on this and the opro- site page, anda great many others. A very suitable and desirable present to send to one or more of your lady friends. 10 cents per packet of 200 seeds; 3 packets for 20 cents; % ounce 40 cenis; % ounce 75 cts.; Lounce S2. “0,

Choice Flower Seeds.

Our Flower Seed List has been carefully revised; all inferior kinds cast out and many new kinds added, ani" now includes only the most popular, desirable, and easily grown varieties. entirely worthy of cultivation, and, if reasonably cared for, will give satisfaction. not be as extensive as will b2 found in some catalogues, but we find it aimost the universal desire of our patron: procure the greatest possible variety in each packet. separatcly and mix them ourselves, so as to know positively what each mixture contains. can you procure such choice mixtures. Of some kinds we offer separate colors and named var‘eties.

ALYSSUM.

ADLUMIA,

This beautiful climber is a hardy biennial; native of the Allegheny mountains, hence the common name -“‘Allegheny Vine.”? It grows readily from seed, which should be sown in the spring, in a damp, cool place, near a trellis or arbor, where they will bloom freely, without fur- ther care, the following season. One of the finest climbing vines grown. 5 cents per packet of 75 seeds.

AQUILEGIA,

Columbine. These are hardy per-

ennial plants growing from one to | three feet high. [hey are of the §

easicst culture, preferring a light, sandy, moist soil, with good drain- age; sheltered but exposed to the sun. Seed rather slow to germinate unless scil is kept moist.. Admira- biy adaptcd for the permanent border. Native of United States and Canada. We offer a grand

mixture, including Alpina, Bicolor, Canadensis, Coerula, Chrysantha, Nivea, Stellata, etc. packet of 200 seeds.

5 cents per

ASPARAGUS SPRENGERII.

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Little Gem, or Tom Thumb. A fine variety of - from 12 to 15 inches high and literallv covered with its pretty little pure white flow- evs. Also very fragrant: 5 cents per packet of 200 seeds; % ounce for 20 cents.

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ALYSSUM,

(| Common or Sweet Alyss-

yeiaum. A free-flowering annu- @ fal of great utility and ¢£ = beauty. ‘The pretty white ¥ 3 flowers have the most deli- B==icate honey-like fragrance; therefore most highly prized /g “-ifor bouquets. It thrivesin # almost every Soil and situ- 4 4ation,producing dense clus-

a wealth of blcom. No bou-" 8 quet is complete without them. 5cts. per packet of 200 seeds; % oz. for 20 cts. ¢ dwarf, compact habit, growing

MOUNTAIN BEAUTY.

ANTIGONON LEPTOP\y

“Mountain Beauty.” A magi 2 cent climber for house culture We ¢ the garden. ‘The flowers are, brig rose in color, and produced in sigh profusion that the plant inits sezjfim of blooming presents a brilliant #r showy appearance. A rapid grcimi and will stand any ordinary wilh with good protection. A nativ ft Nicaragua. 10cts. per packet cm seeds; 1 ounce for 25 cents. e

ABUTILON. 1

This is the “Flowering Maple, i *‘Chinese Bell Flower.”? A very °} ‘ ular pot shrub of easiest culture, |" ducing pretty, drooping, bell-shaped flowers | slender, thread-likestems. The prevailing ccf are white, lemon, rose, scarlet, and red shajg' Easily grown from seed. 10c. per pkt of 25 se|f”

_ANTIRRHINUM.

Snap Dragon. One of the most charming § Prevailing colors, wl f- scarlet and yellow. If sown very early under frames, and transplanted, they jf bloom freely the first season. Plant in rich soil that is tolerably dry. i Giant White. A grand variety. 5cents per packet of 200 seeds. Giant Mixed. A choice mixture. 5 cents per packet cf 200 seeds,

ASPARAGUS SPRENGERIL Re

Emerald Feather. An excellent trailing house plant, as it withstands a dry atmosrhere and succeeds everywhere. It is especially useful for pot culture for decorative purposes, or for planting in suspended baskets. ‘The fronds are easily grown three to four feet long, and are of the most graceful, drooping habit. Val- uable for bouquets, as they retain their fresh- ¢ ness a long time after cutting. Easily grown &% from seed. 10 cents per packet cf 15 seeds; 3 packets for 25 cents; 100 seeds for 50 cents.

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS.

Lace Fern. One of the prettiest house plants grown, Its pretty, green, gracefully arching, feathery foliage rivals in delicacy of texture and beauty that of any other plant. Of the easiest culture, and succeeds under almost any kind of treatment. Easily grown from seed. 10 cts. per packet of 5seeds; 3 pkts for 25 cts.

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| “Ideal” Balsams.

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‘hese are commonly called ““Ladies’ Slippers.” A well known der annual, introduced from the East Indies in 1596. One of '-showiest and most popular summer blooming plants. Flow- are of the most delicate waxy texture, perfectly double, and brace the most exquisite and brilliant colors, including white, Sh, pink, rose, scarlet, crimson, purple, spotted and striped. wers are borne along the stems, among the leaves, as shown she illustration; height of plant from 15 to 20 inches. Easily wn from seed and bloom so freely that it is no wonder they :so popular. The Balsam seed we offer cannot be excelled in jality, and we most heartily recommend them for planting ere a lavish and continuous display of color is desired. Each packet of Balsams will contain 50 seeds.

amellia Flowered. The most beautiful class of Balsams. e flowers are of the largest size, and as double as a Camellia, ¥ich they closely resemble in form. The flowers are produced treat masses and in the brightest colors. We offer them only nixed colors. Finest mixed colors, 5 cents per packet.

nation Flowered. Remarkably showy and attractive. ey derive their name from the peculiar stripes and markings ich closely resemble a striped Carnation. Finest mixed col- 1,5 cents per packet.

puble Spotted. These are perfectly double and comprise the erent shades of pink, red, violet, etc., each flower being beau- ‘lly Spotted with white. Very pretty and showy. Finest w<ed colors, 5 cents per packet.

Bieal Mixture. These will include an equal mixture of all the hyve and many other choice varieties. The most complete and irable mixture ever offered. 5 cts. per pkt.: % oz. 25 cts.

BALSAM APPLE, ‘

“fomordica. A beautiful annual climber, with pretty, bright snge-red fruit, which, if preserved in alcohol, makes a most tellent cure for wounds, cuts, bruises, etc. Native of Syria, Pare its curative properties are highly esteemed. Grow best ight rich soil and sunny location. 5cts. per pkt. of 10 seeds.

WIRD OF PARADIS

‘4’ery handsome plants; flowers sht orange-purple, produced arge trusses, the brilliant red mens spreading out fan-shape tgee to five inches across. In- mdiuced from S. Africa in 1773. quire good soil, plenty cf water wal good sunlight. 5 cents per ticket of 10 seeds.

BLUE DAISY.

)gathea Celestis. A very neat 1 nt, from South Africa. The

lers are produced in profu- “3 color, mazarine blue: a very wj2and beautiful shade, which .,trasts finely with the golden- 4owdisk. Fine for bouquets, "|. easily grown. 5 cents per -|Ket of 100 seeds.

IDEAL BALSAM.

BALLOON VINE,

Love ina Puff. A rapid grow- ing annual climber, growing 10 to 15 feet high. Remarkable for its inflated, membranous seed pod, from which it receives its commen name. Introduced from India in 1504. Price, 5 cents per packet of 20 seeds.

BOCCONIA JAPONICA,

Plume Poppy. A handsome, hardy herbaceous plant from China and Japan, a small clump or Single specimen of which would take high rank among ornament- al plants. Foliage glacious green; flowers delicate pink. 5 cents per packet of 200 seeds.

BROWALLIA.

New Giant. A favorite annual

ér- == S sig of easy culture. Nativeof Vcn-

ezuela. Flowers intense blue; a

BUTTERFLY FLOWER. rare color. Fine for cut flowers.

Schizanthus. A very beautiful, half-hardy an- Scents per packet of 200 seeds.

nual, introduced from Chili in 1822. Covered at times with hundreds of butterfly-like highly colored

flowers. May be taken up in the fall and treated as a

pot plant. Very satisfactory. 5cts. per pkt of 100 seeds.

BACHELOR’S BUTTON.

Centauria. Very popular hardy annuals that suc- wes ceed in any garden soil. Continuous bloomers and = well adapted for the margin of borders in the flower ® garden. NativeofS. E. Europe. A handsome flower. § 5 cents per packet of 50 seeds.

Double Bachelor’s Button. Weare certain that this new double class will meet with a hearty welcome. Flowers perfectly double and embrace colors not found in the single varieties. 5-cents per packet of 50 seeds.

BRYONOPSIS.

A wonderfully attractive annual climber, introduced from Cey- lon in 1710. Of very easy culture and rapid growth. Flowers yellow, followed by pretty fruit about the size of a cherry; color, bright scarlet with white stripes. Used as beads, etc, by the natives. 5cents per packet of 25 seeds. BRYONOPSIS.

peer es The Templin Co., Calla Ohio. | Crozy’s Dwari Cannas.

These are probably the most satisfactory ornamental plants grown. They are remarkable alike for the great beauty of foliage and brilliancy of their flowe ers, the prevailing colors of which are the shades of crimson, orange and yellow, It is not generally known that Cannas can b2 successfully grown from seed, and will bloom the first season ifsown during March. Zhe hard outer shell of the seed should be cut through to the kernel, then soaked 11 warm water for 24 hours, or they will not germinate. 'Theroots may be wintered in a dry cellar where they will not freeze. We offer choicest mixed seeds of the following excellent strains:

Crozy’s New Dwarf. 5cts. per packet as . of 15 seeds; 1 ounce 25 cents.

Tall Crowinz Vcrietie 5 cents per packet of 15 seeds; 1 ounce 20 cents.

Chrysanthemums.

- Chinese 2nd Japanese Varieties. These 4Sre the well known and popular autumn blooming varieties so extensively grown for show purposes. The seed we offer were saved from the very finest strains, and excellent results may be expected in . the way of producing some grand new varieties. Sow the seed in February and March in the house in boxes, and trans-

. plant-in the open ground..as soon as. warm enough. ‘They will bloom freely the first season. Very finest mixed. 1¢ cents per packet of 100 seeds.

CROZY’S CANNA. Annzal Chrysanthemums. Flow-

CALLIOPSIS. ers are single, exceedingly showy s : and effective. Daisy-like in shape Very popular, showy and beautiful har-| and are much used for cut flowers. dy annuals, blooming fr-ely all summer. | Chojcest mixed seeds, including Native of America. Flowers in all shades | many varieties, 5 cts. for 100 seeds. of yellow, orange, brown, red, crimson, etc.; : i ‘ fine for bouquets. Finest mixed, 5 cents per packet of 200 seeds. Golden Viave. Flowers large, rich golden yellow with chestnut-brown centre. Pro- fuse bloomer. 5 cts. per packet of 100 seeds.

CANARY BIRD FLOWER.

A most beautiful half-hardy climbing vine, introduced from Columbia in 1596. The charming little canary-yellow flowers = bear a fancied resemblance to’a bird with its wings spread. Very odd and pleasirg. 5 cents per packet of 20 seeds.

CENTAURIA.

New Marguerite. Superb early summer . : bloomer, introduced from Italy. Flowers 2 to 3 inches across, produced in profusion on

JAPANESE CHRYSANTHEMUM:

CANDY TUFT.

One of the most popular annuals— Very hardy and easily grown. Flow: ers indispensable in cut flower work. prevailing colors, white and purple. Sow sec ds where plants are to bloom, very early inspring.. Weoffer Pure 4-White, Umbelata, Coronaria;- Odor ? a‘a,Purpurea and Dunnetti mixed fr - each pkt.; 5cts. per pkt. of 300 seeds

CACTUS.

We have secured a fine assortment of Cactus seeds from Texas and Mexico, and we feel confident they

long, wiry stems. ‘Texture and fragrance almost equal CACTI. will produce several novel and inter- to Carnations. Choicest mixed, 5cts. per pkt. 50 seeds. esting varieties. They are easily Dusty Miller. Unsurpassed for borders, ribben beds, grown from seed. We offer choice mixed varieties

etc. Foliage silvery white. 5cts. per pakt. ct 50 seeds. only. 10 cents per packet of 25 seeds.

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3 Ez : = WN SEVEN One of the most profusely advertised novelties of i recent years.’ A most striking and showy plant from Japan. Produces numerous large inflated seed pods much the shape of Chinese lanierns, iruit atfirst light , €reen, changing to yellow and y bright scarlet. Scents peraf, RE packet of 50 seeds.

CINNAMON VINE. 3S

_ This is one of our most de- gy ~Siiable hardy climbing vines, with beautiful clean, glossy leaves and cinnamon-scented flowers. Introduced from the 4 West Indies in 1733. It has 1 tuberous roots. 10 cents per packet of 12 small bulblets.

NEW CASTOR BEAN.

"CHINESE LANTERN. , Zanzibar. A very stately eae fens ornamental tree-like annual plant, CANTERBURY BELL. growing 6 to10ie't high. Exceedingly

Campanula. An ornamental hardy perennial of | effective a; a foliage plant. Introduced easiest culture. They produce large spikes of bell- | from Afiica in 1548. Well adapted as shaped, attractive flowers; colors, white, pink, blue, | a certre plant for groups of Cannas, purple, etc. 5cents per packut of 500 secds. Dahlias, etc. Eheseeds are beauti-

Cup and Sauccr. A very curious and showy varie- | fully mottled and specked, and show- ty, producing beautiful flowers with a cup 2 t23! various b illiant colors. Weoffer the inches long and saucer at base of cup 3 to4inches |} true Zanzibar varieties. 5 cents per across. Profuse bloomer. 5 cts. per pkt. of 250 seeds. } packet of 6 seeds. ,

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. AY This isa comparatively new class of Carnations. Origin not definitely known, but suppos:d to have come {rom Italy and Algeria centurics ago. ‘Iney are, without exc. pticn, the most abundant b!ome-cs of tle so-ca.l d Finks. Flowe’s are of the most b illiant colors, large sz, per- fect f-rm, and what is of special val- ue, ths calyx never bursts. A very large majority of the flowers come dcuble or semi-double, are all strongly clove-& mi d,. aud d eply fring.d. ‘The plants are dwarf, compact, erect in Labit, much branch d. and will s‘and witheut the use of unsigl. ly stakes. They are highi, priz d for mas ing in summer b ds and aretreated as annuals. te d sown very carly in the spring commence to b'oom in <aily summer and contirue in lavish profusion until checked by {.ost. If wanted for winter bloom- ing sow seeds late in the summer. We offer only the very finest Strain. Chciast mixed cclois, 10 cc1.1s per packet of 100 secds.

W.LD CUCUNETR.

Ech'nocyst’s. The most rapid climbing vine we offer. A great favorite for home a: bors, although not «special.y beautiiul in flower and fruit. lis bladd:ry fruits about two inches long, cover d with weak prickles, are a source of never failing delight 19 children, who love to make them burst. Native of Canada. Scents

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per packet of 15 seeds. _CockscomS. Attractive annuals. introduced from Asia CENTRCSEMA GRANDIFLORA, in 1570. The flowers ace borne in great masses, of various | shapes from that of a cock’s comb tothatofafeathery| Butterfly Pea. A hardy and very desirable perennial ‘| plume. Well grown specimens are truly marvelous in | vine of rare beauty, which b.comsin July from seed sown ‘ size and shape of the combs, and the strikingly beautiful | in April. Fiowers pea-shap.d, ranging in colors from | golors, ranging from vivid red and crimson to richest | rosy violet to reddish purpl. with white feathery mark-

ings through the centre. Native of tropical America.

| yellow and orange. Require rich and moist soil. 5 cents : 10 cents per packet of 50 seeds.

per packet of 200 seeds. CLEON-E FUNGENS.,

Giant Spider Plant. Very showy annual, growing 4 to 5 feet high, with | f0se-colored flowers of peculiar and interesting shape, suggesting spiders; | the long, curved.stamens governing th: form and name. Native of trop- -keal America. Of easiest culture from seed and blooms continuously until

cut down by frost. A splendid honey plant for bees: 5 cts. per 100 seeds.

-HYBRID COLEUS.

Y | Foliage plants of exceeding richne ; and beauty. Indispensable for | borders and b-dding. L:af colrs includ: red, y llow, green, crimson, _ Maroon, etc.. b-autifully combined and blended, and varying endles:ly in shape. «Easily grown from seed. Native of tropical Asia and Alrica. We offer choicest mixed hybrid varieti'- 5 cents per packet of 100 seeds. ? ’ mons ik TA i ents) ane ic..u growint climber; : | Ponage doiicace, ught green; flowers in gre | LouuuenCe os ULtgae buns | white and scarlet, which produce a pleasing effect. Unexcelled for veran- _ das, trellises, etc., growing 15 to 20 feet in a season. 5cts. per packei ol x ES 4 seeds; % ounce 15 ccnts.

clgsale CYCLAMEN.

Gigarteum. Choicest green- house and vindow plants; na- tive of Greece and Syria. Root bulbous; foliage rich and hand- some in shape and markings: flowers whi e, pink, crimson, etc. Exceecingly beautiful. Seeds sown in the spring will produce bulbs that will bloom {e,. L the following spring. The Gi- Gs ganteum varieties have large Y leaves and stout flower stalks. 15 cents per packet of 20 seeds. CLIMBING COBZA,

CLIMRING COEBAZA.

C. Seancers. (ne of the finest climbers, of equal value for out-door and house culture. Foliage large. waxy green; flowers large, bell-shaped, first open a clear green but soon change to lovely purplish blu. Exceptionally fine for trellis.s, arbors, and covering unsightly objects. Native of Mexico. Plant seed edgewise. in moist soil, and water sparingly. 5 c.nts per packet of 15 seeds" 34 ounce 25 cents.

CYPLRUS ALTERNIFOLIUS.

Umtreila Pa'm As hindsome and ¢ acefulasa 1 alm, and of easiest culture. Leaves grass-lik + produced in a whorl! at the top of long, slender stalks. Fine as specim: ns for baskeis and vacés. Needs rich soil and much water Introduad from Madagascar in1781. 10cts. per 100 seeds.

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Cosmos. jf

A tall, graceful, showy annual 4

enjoying the widest popularity J They attain a height of 3 to5fee} —

BAA!!! and their feather-like foliage form , fT SR a filmy setting for the hundreds j QA Won WB\\\ii\) large, Sinzle, Daisy-like flowers f

' SSS ANCA Sow seeds earlyin the spring am

they will bloom profusely from firs of August to December. Most ex cellent for cut flower work. <

New Giant. A tall growing valf riety, producing very large flowers’ Choicest mixed colors. 10 cent per packet of 150 seeds.

Early Flowering “Dawn.” Of dwarf hab it and more bushy tha: the above, and bloom? <7 some earlier. Flower )}\ WN large. Choice mixed, 1 AXXSs cents per packet of 15/7) NWS Seeds; 72 ounce 30 cents} White Pond Lily. A vaj

riety with chaste and lovely flowers wit}f

One large plain edged petals, resembling i

Packet form a small Pond Lily. Very distinc} each, and attractive. 10cents for-100 seeds. |

at Pink Butterfly. Magnificent new vari Parad —__ ety with lovely pink flowers; petals large EGS, SW / regularly plaited; edges evenly toothed

for only = Cale il Rich maroon ring around centre of flower 25 cts. W | DI i | Most exquisite pink Cosmos. 10 cts. pel

Vaalinw pkt. of 100 seeds. The 4 pkts. for 25 cts]}, NEW GIANT COSMOS. DAHLIAS, ~ if

CALENDULA. _| ‘These are tender perennials, their origin being rathel| Pot Marigold. Free flowering hardy annuals. Thrive in | uncertain, but have been cultivated in Europe since 1789} any good soil: produce a fine effect'in-beds or mixed bor- | 1t_is not generally known that Dahlias can be easil3j ders, continuing in bloom until frost. Valuable for pot | taised from seeds and will bloom freely the first Season.) culture in winter. We offer a superior mixture including | Sow Seeds early in March in Shallow box and transplant Meteor, Orange King, Prince of Orange, Pure Gold, Double | where they are to bloom Yellow, etc. 5 cents per packet of 50 seeds; % oz 15cents, | about last of May. The DELP roots must be stored ina HINIUM. warm cellar during win- Hardy Perennial Larkspur. A grand old hardy garden | tet. All choice new vari- favorite, originally from Asia. They possess almost every | €tieS are produced from requisite for the adornment of the garden, producing | Seed, and the seeds we of- splendid spikes of lovely flowers throughout the summer. | fet are of the very finest If sown very early they will bloom the first season. ‘The | Strains and will certainly blue color of Larkspur is almost unique among flowers in | Produce some fine varie- its clearness and intensity. We offer several choicest | UeS. , rie varieties mixed. 5 cents per packet of 50 seeds. Choice Double Varieties, Mixed. 10 cts for 25 seeds.

DOUBLE DAISIES. Choice Single Varieties,

Bellis Perennis. These famous little double Daisies are Mixed. 5 cts. for 25 seeds. held in universal esteem. eee sige ise edg- EUPHOR BIA, ings to borders; also for pot culture. ‘They bloom the first =: season from seed, commencing in April, Continuing all ae sone Buna summer. - Grow in any Soil, preferring a moist, partially eee Sn an y shaded location. Native of Western Europe. Choicest and ee bor d oe mixed varieties. 5 cents per packet of 100 seeds. petra Hons Renae

Snowball. Finest of all; flowers large, pure white, per- , very showy; beautifully fectly double; long stems, making them desirable for | varied and margined bouquets. 5 cents per packet of 100 seeds. with pure white. 5cents

per pkt. of 50 seeds.

DOLICHOS,

Hyacinth Bean. <A mi rapid growing, climb- ing annual, introduced from Egypt in 1818. 5. Flowers purple and ceed White, produced freely in large, erect racems, resembling the Wiste- ria. The flowers are Si followed by pretty, pur- = ple, bean-like seed pods;

the whole forming a Zs mass of varied and =§beautiful colors from === July tofrost. Fine for GCE covering arbors and trellises. We offer in choicest mixed purple == : and white varieties. 5 a = Fit: ean cents per packet of 15 SS ae Poe seeds: 1 ounce 25 cents,

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Dianthus, or Chinese and Japanese Pinks.

These are biennials of great beauty. They are of the easiest culture, blooming the first season from seed. Flowers are exceedinfly rich and varied ‘in colors, with edgings of white, pink and other colors. Thrive best in a warm soil that is well drained. | For ease of culture, freedom of bloom and brilliancy of col ors the Dianthus are unexcelled. We offer the follow- ing choicest varieties:

Double Japan. (Heddewigii.). Choicest mixed varie- ties, ranging in color from rich velvety crimson to del- icate pink. Large and double. 5cts. for 100 seeds.

Double Diadem. Beautiful deuble mixed varieties, inéluding various shades of dark lilac, crimson, pur- ple, etc, fringed and bordered white. Very showy. 5 cents per packet of 100 Seeds.

Morning Cloak. (White Frill.) The color of this val- uable strain is a rich blackish velvety crimson; flowers are double, margined with pure white; petals beauti- fully frilled. 5 cents per packet of 100 seeds.

Snowball. <A lovely variety, with large, pure white, perfectly double flowers; petals beautifully fringed. 5 cents per packet of 100 seeds.

“IDEAL” MIXED DIANTHUS,

A very complete mixture, including all the above and many other choice varieties. If you want only one packet of Dianthus, this is the one you should order, as it will give you the widest possible range of colors. It cannot fail to give you complete satisfaction. 5 cts. per packet of 150 seeds; % ounce 25 cents.

HARDY PERENNIAL GARDEN PINKS.

Spice Pinks.. These are entirely hardy and therefore very desirable for beds and borders. ‘They are all beautifully fringed and delightfully fragrant. Excellent for cut flower work. We offer choicest double and single varieties, including Picotee, Cyclops, Semperfloreus, Pheasant’s- eye, etc. 10 cts. per pkt. of 100 seeds.

GAILLARDEAS.

Lorenziana. Popular and showy annuals. Easily grown from seed. Remarkable for size, profusion and brilliancy of flowers. Blooms until November. Double. Mixed colors of Lorenziana, 5 cents per 100 seeds

GYPSOPHILA.

Angel’s Breath. Delicate, free flow- ering hardy annual from Europe and Asia. Small, white and pink star- shaped flowers: valuable for edgings and hanging baskets. Their delicacy of size and color and exquisite fra- grance make them indispensable for bouquets. 5 cts. per pkt. of 100 seeds.

Baby’s Breath. A hardy perennial. Very popular, especially for trim-

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GERANIUMS.

fe most popular bedding plant grown. '|3¥ originally came from South Altrica, and \@ introduced into England in 1710. Asin

iy other classes of plants, the development aprovement in recent years has been very arkable. New varieties are always pro- sd irom seeds. We offer seeds from an. ‘tment of varieties which should produce ‘choice new ones. The prevailing colors ming bouquets, etc. Delicate litth | Be shades of red. 10 cts. pkt..of 100 seeds. pure white fragrant flowers. 5 cents

\pple Scented Geraniums. Very popular be- DIGITALIS. per packet of 150 seeds. ‘of the delicate apple-scented

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Foxglove. Perfectly hardy perennials that = > ge 1 are especially useful among shrubbery and in ou) AG Z ese half-shady places. Also fine for planting along ~ i ay i { Kay

fences, in out-of-the-way places. It grows very readily from seed. The flowers are produced on long racems, the prevailing coiors -being purple, white, yellow, rose, etc.; Some are beau- tifully spotted. Weoffer a superb mixture, comprising all the best colors. 5 cents per packet of 500 seeds; 4 ounce 20 cents.

GLADIOLI GANDIVENSIS.

These magnificent summer flowering bulbs are natives of Asia and Africa. ‘T he improve- ment in size, form, diversity and richness in

colors during the past quarter of a century

has been marvelous. They may be success- . > Ay Ub fully grown from seed. If sown in very rich, ; = AON light sandy soil and given good treatment they will bloom Fi = \\ j the second season. ‘The seed we offer are of the finest se- / ADS ‘

lected strain and will prove very interesting and produce many choice varieties. 5 cts. per pkt. of 100 seeds. GLADIOLI.

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Robusta.

Australian Silk Oak. Cne of the most popular of the Fern-lcaved pot- plants. Native of E. Australia. Very easily grown from seed. When the plants are from 2 to a 4feet high they make | 4 a most graceful subject- . for the window garden Laenwy or centre of a vase, pare Young plants need fre- f . quent repotting 10 keep them in good condition. 10 cents per 30 seeds.

Hollyhocks.

An old garden favore ite. A plant of strong, ¥ vigorous growth, noble aspect, and of the most

os SS ZAP is Ze at noble character. They : IA <n EZ were introduced from @® China in 1573. Reaches &

CEE TELIA ROeUSt a a height o1 4 to6 feet,

and on account of its stately growth is unexcelled for planting along fences § or buildings, or for background effect. Perfectly hardy everywhere. Loves @ a deep, rich, moist soil. Seeds sown in March and April will give good flowers the next season. Se a

“Ideal” N-xcd. The finest double mixed varieties; a grand cor*bina’’:* af the richest colors. 5 cents per packet of 50 seeds; % ounce 50 cencs,

Mammoth Acietheny Fringed. A decidedly fine strain. Fls-crs ser.» ; double, beautifully fringed and resembling fringed silx in ter‘s:>. Ear > and perpetual blo mers. A novelty that will give satisfac isc: Choicest mixed colors. 10 _ nts per packet of 50 seeds; % ounce 75 cers.

KENILWORTH IVY.

One of the most beautiful plants .for baskets and vases. Easily grown from seeds, and a cro!use bloomer. “THey vreler.a mast 4 snacy 2waticn. Fie ors noctc @ window. 5 cts. Der 20€ ceeds. gx EGS Se See

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Tender perennial shrubbery : plants, first introduced from West Indies in 1692. Admirably adapted for bedding in a sunny situation,

ilture. Fre blooming; 3 oe EO eee Shades and cole favorite for cut flowers and bouqu'}

sas Sas oer ' v cause of their delicious, vanilla-l ae tenn ee ihe Be < ~. granc:. A warmth and sun-lovine age. Easily grown from seeds. “ preferring a rich, light soil, goody Start indoors. Finest mixed ,10 ae ae ete. Ben Sey

seed, which should SOW ;

fenis pet Rae ee BS VOR EH VES . March in flats in the house, a/pit X—y,; bloom the same season, e!ther in the open ground or in pots, | Jef est mixed varieties, 10 cenis per packet of 100 seeds.

EH-BISCUS.,

Crimson Eye. Perennial, but blooms the first year frovigs 4 Quite hardy everywhere. Flowers 6 to7 inches in diamete white with crimson eye. xslooms profusely. A magnificen J when in bloom. 5cents per packet of 25 seeds.

Pink Beatty. -A very beautiful plant for the lawn and of)

der. Flowers similar to the above except in col, being @ bright pink. 5 cents per packet of 25 seeds.

JAPANESE VARIEGATED "+,

Hummlus. One of the most beautiful climbing 207+", from Japan in 1886. Very rapid grower Foliavze ~~~: sly s/|} and splashed with white. Excellent for arbor= 2: +7 grown from seeds, which will give a large per ... 2: forms. 5cents per packet of 25 seeds.

LOBCLIA.

DOUBLE HOLLYHOCKS.

HELIOTROPE.

These are half-hardy perenni‘| i troduced irom Peru in 1598, A}®

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ing in a bed, also for baskets, window boxes,e.c. Blooms i| four weeks from sed Dwarf, compact habit. Flowers clea CRIMSON EYE HIBISCUS, blue. A charming pot plant. 5cents per packet ot 506 sec/

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Ipomoeas.

Morning Glories. An extensive genus of twining plants. Remarkable for easy culture, rapid growth and beautiful flowers. The Japanese Imperial, Bra- zilian Moon Vine, etc., produce flowers of great size and beauty.

NotTe.—Ipomcea seeds are slow to germinate, usu- ally requiring 10to15 days. This may be hastened

and made more certain by filing notches through the hard shell, or byesoaking a few hours in warm water.

Japanese Imperial Morning Glory.

Japan is noted for its wonderful floral productions, and this probably rivals anything they ever intro duced. The great value and beauty of this new clase is in their gigantic size and wonderfully brilliant and varied colors, ranging from snow white and the va- ried shades of blue and red to palest pink and dark- est reds and purpks. They are streaked, mottled, Striped, marbkhd and bordered in the most wonderful fashion; some are beautifully rufiled and frilled. while others have pretty variegated foliage. Flowers measure 4 to5 inches across. We would urg= you to try them this season. We offer the following mixtures:

Our “Ideal” Strain. These are grown especially for us and contain only the very best, including the beautiful Ruffled, Frilled and Variegated varieties. A mix**'re that is unsurpassed in quality. 10 cents

per pac. - ‘seeds; 1 ounce 25 cents. Choice Mixed. yt . ~sed mixture, including many interesting varieties. . - xer pkt. of 50 seeds.

IPOMCEA SINUATA,

Noonday Glory. A lovely and graceful climber from tropical America. Open two or three hours at noonday. hence the name. Flowers bell-shaped, borne in clusters; color pure white with purple or wine-red centre. Flowers followed by ornamental

seed pods. 10 cents per packet of 25 seeds. JAPANESE IMPERIAL MORNING GLORY. ae Rees

TRUE MOON FLOWER.

moea Grandiflora. A beautiful variety from the Asiatic trop- Fiowers of immense size, pure white and sweet scented; which, Tary to the habits of thissplendid family, open at night. A free bloomer, and effective, especially on a moonlight night. =mirable for covering trellises, fences, etc. Start seed early, in jhouse, and plant out after ground is quite warm. 10cts, 15 seeds.

*POM.CEA, NORTHERN LIGHT.

: sobabl. the most rapid climber; asingle plant will cover the jy Of a house and attain a height of 30 to 40 feet. Flowers beauti- 4)avender pink, and 2 to3 inches in diameter. 5cts. per 25 seeds.

BRAZILIAN MORNING GLORY.

omoea Setosa. An excellent free-growing climber for covering | ES» and especially for a dense screen, because of its very leafy it. ‘Leaves deep lobed and 6 to 8 inches across. Flowers two eS across, of delicate texture, tinted pink, star-shaped. Seed

ain the spring will bloom tolate August. 10 cents per 25 seeds.

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i) NEW MORNING GLORY.

\whester. A new variety of remarkable beauty. Flowers 4 to5 |S across; color, deep violet blue in the throat, blending out to

fe blue with a broad white border; produced in clusters of from mo. A vigorous and rapid grower. 10cts. per packet of 25 seeds.

> COMMON MORNING GLORY.

“omoeaP urea. A popular climbing vine of easy culture. Na- Of South America. Colors, blue, white. pink, purple, etc. We ran exceptionally fine mixture. 5cts. per 50 seeds; + oz. 15 cts.

DWARF MORNING GLORY.

»/idwarf, compact habit. Flowers as rich and varied in colors as '\¢limbing varieties and produced freely. Elegant for the border. " dve of Spain. Choicest mixed, 5 cts. per 50 seeds: 1 oz. 15 cts, MOON FLOWER.

if ICE PLANT. LARKSPUR.

/ Quick growing annuals, growing two feet or more in | height, and producing long, upright spikes of showy flow- ‘and dry summers. Foliage and stems have a peculiar | ers, including white, pink, blue, purple, etc. Nativef italine appearance. Native of Cape of Good Hope. | Asia. A bed of Larkspurs is an effective and showy orna- ats per packet of 500 seeds. ment in garden or lawn. Fine jor bordeving beds of shrub-

y bery. Easily grown from seeds, but they germinate slowly, LAVENDER. hence should be sown very early in the spring. ‘They will

Fashioned Sweet. Well known sweet scented peren- | grow in any soil or situation, but one open to the sun suits

bea ing long spikes of blue or violet flowers. Native | them best. Ls ; f k : De. Bee tee tricsd border. Thrives best indry,| We offer a fine mixture, including Hyacinth Flowered,

ldrained soil. 5c-nis per 200 seeds; % ounce 10 cents. | Stock F-overed, Rocket, etc. Scts. per packet of 200 seeds.

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Marigold. se |

These are well known and popular old annuals. The African typ have uniformly large, yellow and orange flowers, and are especially desir able for large beds and mixed borders. ‘The French varieties are of mor |/=3 dwarf, compact growth, with beautifully striped flowers. Both are ex |

tremely showy and effective, and are suited for bordering beds or for po | culture. Sow seeds where the plants are to bloom, and in full sunshine |¥) We offer the following choice varieties: E ;

Legions of Honor. Dwarf, compact habit, growing 8 to 10 inches high and are covered with flowers from midsummer until frost. Flowers brigh golden yellow, marked crimson-brown: single, star-shaped. 5 cents.

African. The tall growing varieties mixed, including Eldorado Quilled | By Lemon Queen and many other choice varieties. 5 cts. 100 seeds; % oz. 15c }Be.

French. Of dwarf, compact habit. This mixture contains Lilliput Brown-Red, Golden Yellow, Cross of Honor, Striped, Quilled, Orange Bal and many others. 5cents per 100 seeds; % ounce 15 cents.

MIGNONE 1 TE.

A universal favor’'te. ‘Though there are many fragrant flowers of easy culture that excees the Mignonette in beauty, no other flower is so generally grown for fragrance. Equally val uable for bedding and pot culture. Native of Barbary. ‘They love a moist situation. Soy seed where they are to bloom. Sow in July, in pots, for winter blooming.

Bismarck. A giant variety, of great merit. Plants grow into exceeingly robust and com|#/7 pact bushes about a foot high, forming a handsome pyramid. Flowers are borne on shor stalks; theindividual florets about twice as large as the common varieties, and deliciousl;j fragrant. Foliage rich dark green and crinkled. 1¢C cents per 100 seeds; % ounce 50 cents

MIMOSA. Defiance. A strong grower, which unde |Mé

: ae favorable circumstances produces spikes 1 Sensitive Plant. Really a very pretty and

5 to 15 inches long. Florets of large size ame interesting plant; native of Brazil. The in- delightiully fragrant. 5 cents per 200 seeds |W teresting feature is the sensitive foliage, : g

lick d ¥% ounce 20 cents. which, if touched or shaken, will close up an : : 2 2, the leaf-stem droop as if dead. Grows 1 to% Giant Matchet. Grows in handsome bus!)

é form: the flower spikes are stiff and upright |Z feet high. 5 cents per packet of 50 seeds. Florets large and produce dense spikes. ; MIMULUS.

cents ver 200 seeds; 34 ounce 25 cents. Musk Piant. This interesting plant is

NIEREMBERGIA GRACILIS, grown for the strong musk-scented foliage

f » Cup Flower. An interesting and beautifu and pale yellow flowers. Grow 6 to 8 inches Se plant adapted for baskets, vases, etc., ani|3g

MARIGOLD.

high. Are very attractive and interesting. \ Van equally valuable for bedding. Flowers sin}! 5 cents per packet of 200 seeds. gle, cup-shaped, about an inch in diameter} color, whitish lilac with a purplish blotc)}; MY OSOTIS. in the certre. A constant bloomer. Na ‘y

see ive of Argen- Forget-me-not. One of the daintiest and ned x ee

most delicate of garden favorites. Native MUA lis ; : So of Europe and. Asia. Perennials; almost pee 2 hardy. Succeed best in rich, moist soil and MIGNONETTE. as half-shady situation. Also valuable for pot culture. Bloom the first seasop 1 sown very early. Flowers very delicate and produced in clusters. :

Royal Blue. (Grandifiora.) This new and beautiful variety assumes an upright or pillar-like shape, attaining a height of 8 to 12 inches. Flowers of large si7 and a deeper blue color than any other variety. Unexcelled for pot culture. 10 cents per packet of 100 seeds. :

Choicest Mixed Mvosotis. This will include the following choice and distinct strains: Alpestris, Elegantissima, Robusta Grandifiora, Pa- lustris < nd Victoria. Finest m.xture ever offered. 5 cents 100 seeds.

MARVEL OF PERU.

Four O’clock. A handsome free flowering garden favorite, intro- duced from South America in 1596. Of very easy culture. Valuable for bordering to hedge or shrubbery beds. Flowers white and shades of red and yellow, and striped: opening in theafternoon. Finest mixed varieties, 5 cents per packet of 25 seeds.

NICOTIANA.

Tuberose-flowered Tobacco. Highly ornamental and desirable an-

nual from Brazil. Grows about two feet high. Flowers pure white,

z LS tube-like: open about six o’clock and emit

a powerful and pleasant fragrance during

the evening and night. A good border plant. 5 cts. per packet of 500 seeds.

MINA LOBATA.,

A vigorous climbing annual from Mexico. Buds at first are vivid red. but turnt],° orange-yellow as they open, and finally creamy white. Grows 18 to 20 inches high. ca a ‘ree bloomer. Start seeds early in the house and bed ont in June. Scents per 15seeds. |, .

MELOTHRIA PUNCTATA.

“‘Oak-leaved Cucumber.” A very pretty climbing vine that cannot fail to become popu 4, lar. Nativeof S. Africa. The foliage is elegantly cut, of a shiny dark green color; thi ot

lowers are white and sweet-scented, followed by small light green fruit the shape and siz f° £ large gooseberries. Easy of culture. Rapid grower; fine for trellises. 5 cts. per 50 seeds! t mille

MAURANDIA BARCLAYANA. qe

A graceful climber for the window or open ground. Fine for decorative purposes. Easily) hs, NICOTIANA. grown from seed. Finest white, pink, violet, purple, etc., mixed, 5 cents per 50 seeds. 1

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Princess Victoria Louise. This is surely one of the most

beautiful and remarkable vari- eties of climbing Nasturtiums. The large and nobly shaped flowers are cream-white with orange scarlet blotches, the calyx and the spur being of a pure orange red, which is a rather rare color among the annual Nastur- tiums; sometimes the flowers are edged with red. The foliage is a fine dark greencolor. 10 cents per pkt. of 50 seeds.

Firefl A very distinct sort: foliage rich and dark; flowers rosy salmon, y- underlaid with bright golden yellow. The petals are beauti- fully marbled and striped with carmine. As showy asa pansy. 10 cents per packet of 50 seeds.

, Very dark foliage with purple stems. Flowers rich Marguerite. deep yellow; striped, blotched and marbled with bright shades of rich brown, orange and carmine. In its varied and showy mark- ings it is almost as remarkable as the Chameleon Nasturtiums described onthis page. 10 cents per. pkt. of 50 seeds.

‘ Fine primrose-yellow; a deeper tint than Giant of Battles. Primrose. Each petal has a small dark-brown blotch, and upper pet- als are lined with the same shade in the throat; the petals are long and narrow, making a loose, open flower. 10 cents per pkt. of 50 seeds.

This is the most distinct and showy variety, differing Ivy-Leaved. from all other Nasturtiums in both foliage and flower. Tre plants are of strong running growth; the leaves are dcep rich green, veined with silvery white, closely resembling in form and veining those ol tte hardy English Ivy. The distinct foliage is shown tothe greatest ad- vantage where the leaves are closely clustered at the tips of the growing shoots. ‘The flowers are of the deepest and richest scarlet, the petals be- ing slender, finely feathered. 10 cts. per pkt. of 50 seeds.

This beaut. “ variety has the wonde1ful

Tall Chameleon. property of proau....+ flowers of many distinct

colorings on the same plant. Not only are the flowers of various colors pro-

duced on the same plant, but these flowers are variously blotched, splashed,

striped and bordered in rich contrasting shades. 10 cents per pkt. 50 seeds, One pkt. each of the above six choice Nasturtiums for only 40 cents.

NEW “IVY-LEAVED” NASTURTIUM.

This variety. has light green : olden Gem. foliage of medium size, slight- iy lobed and heavily veined. The flowers are of medium size. self-colored in a rich golden shade of orange yellow. ‘The face of the lower petals is avout me-half inch wide and laciniated at the outer edge. and finely fringed where they are joined to the slen- lier foot-stalks. Upper petals more slender and flare pward. Thecalyx and short spur are also golden ellow. 15 cts. per pkt, of 25 seeds.

One pkt. of each of the3 New Ivy Leaf for on- ly 35 cents.

7 This variety has rich dark green j ainingo. leaves heavily veined, and shows }) che ivy-like foliage in marked resemblance to that of \theEnglishivy. The flowers are a rich orange scar- | et, fully justifying the name Flamingo. The lower detals being three-fourths of an inch across and \;lightly toothed at the outer edges. They are set on i very slender foot-stalk which holds them well out rom the calyx, and the two upper petals are mark- /sd with fine brown linesin the throat. ‘The flowers \lave quite long stems which hold them well above | the foliage. 15 cts. per pkt. of 25 seeds.

; ‘The ground color of the ‘Fordhook Fancy. open star-like petals is golden yellow with a velvety carmine blotch on each if the lower petals, in the two upper petals “sere is jan effective stripe of brownish carmine extending }rom the inner throat portion well out on the flaring

lace of the petal. Inotherflowers the ground color is |ilight primrose or straw-yellow with blotches and stripes of a rosx carmine. 15cts, pkt. of 25 secds.

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BUSH or DWARF NASTURTIUMS.

TYPE OF DWARF NASTURTIUMS.

Attfora. Chrome yellow, veined with purplish carmine. aan. Golden orange-flamed scarlet.

illiant Yellow. Most brilliant shade of clear yellow. Bronze Colored. Ofa burnished bronze color. Cattell’s Cr.mson. Very rich, dark crimson- scarlet. hameleon. Splashed crimson, brown and yellow. Cloth of Gold. Golden foliage and scarlet flowers. _ Crystal Palace Cem. Sulphur-yellow, spotted carmine. €occineum. Flaming orange-scarlet.

Twenty Choice Named Varieties.

These well known. annual plants are com- mon inevery garden. They are nativeof the tropical countries of South America. They thrive in any warm, sunny, fairly moist place. Very easily grown from seed, which should be sown where they areto bloom. For early effects, the seeds may be started in- doors in- pots or boxes, and, transplanted where they are to bloom. Require but little . care and will furnish flowers of wonderful brilliancy and beautifu. markings. There is nothing in the florist’s catalogue that will give greater satisfaction.

We cesire tocall special attention to our collection of Nasturtiums. ‘They will furnish amuch greater variety of forms and mark- ings and more brilliant and vivid colors than’ the common varieties as generally sold. We

‘have only space to give each a very brief description.

$¢—_______-__________4 PLEASE NOTE the manner in which we offer our Nasturtium Seed. Each packet will contain 60 seeds; 3 seeds of each named variety. Remember there is no guess work about it but positively 3 seeds of each. - x og

Golden King. Bright golden yellow; dark foliage.

King of Tom Thumbs. Intense scarlet flowers.

Kinz Theouore. Deep chocolate crimson; dark foliage. - Lady B.rd, Golden-yellow, barred with ruby crimson. Pearl. Very light straw color; fine for contrast.

Prince Henry. New. Yellow. marbled bright scarlet. Ruby King. Dark foliage; ruby-rose flowers.

Rose. A delicate shade; very attractive.

Rezelianum. Purple violet.

Empress of India. Dark green foliage, flowers dark scarlet ' Spotted King. -Golden-yellow; chocolate spotted. Price, 10 cents per packet containing 60 seeds, 3 seeds each of the above 20 choice named. varieties.

Price of the above 20 choice named varieties equally mixed, 5 cents per pkt.; 20 cents $1.75 per lb. This isthe most complete assortment of Nasturtiums ever offered.

per oz.; 50 cents per % Ib.

SEVEN NEW DWARF NASTURTIUMS.

Vesuvius. This is the “Tom Thumb” variety of the tall climbing Nasturtium. It was introduced about three years ago. It produces dwarf. compact bushes covered with large flowers of a beautiful and brilliant solmon-pink, an extremely bright color. showing off well at a great distance. 10cents per pkt. of 50 seeds.

Golden Queen. A beautiful golden-flowered addition to the yellow-lea ved section, equally valuable for ribbon bor- ders or massing in beds, and an acceptable addition toa general mixture. It is extremely floriferous, and the farge and perfectly formed flowers are thrown well above

e foliage, thereby enhancing the brilliancy of the effect.

he character is thoroughly fixed, and it comes true from séed. 10cents per pkt. of £0 seeds.

Dwarf Chameleon. This new Nasturtium is a most re- markable advance in this brilliant family. We find that im richness and variety cfcolors it surpasses any other

strain, and is also unique in bearing flowers of quite dis- |.

tinct colorings cnone and the same plant, some clear, deep cfimson, others blotch d onlight ground, and others beau- tifully mottled. This characteristic a3; well as the won- -derful richness of the unusual markings, has been fixcd, and we recommend this strain heartily to every grower -oteven the smallest garden, 10 cents per pkt. of 50 seeds.

Ladytird. A new and distinct sort. The ground color ig rich golden-yellow, each petal barred with a broad vein <i bright ruby crimson; very showy and charming. S5cts. per pkt. cf 50 sceds.

Prirce Henry. A new and novel sort; the flowers are of | a beautiful golden-yellow, spotted and marbled with bril- Jiant scarlet: which, in combination with the dark green | filiage, presents a striking appearance. 5cents per pkt. <1.£0.secds. - .

Tom Pouce. This distinct class. of Dwarf Nasturtiums | should be more generally known. It boars billiant little | flowers in wonderful profusion, bright yellow, vivid scarlet, | and glowing orange, many of which are marbled with con- |

tfasting shades. ; baskets or vases, as well as for growing as a pot-plant for P| maeieniatt -- £=-

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It is especially desirable as a trailer for |

Winter blcoming in the house. Very desirable and high ly recommended. Try it. Nothing nicer than Dwarf Nasturtiums. 5cents per pkt. of 50 seeds. 7

New Dwarf Nasturtium “ Aurora.” This magnificent variety of new colorisa valuable addition to our grand list of Dwarf Nasturtiums; the plant forms a perfect globe and is literally covered with flowers, completely hiding the foliage when in full bloom. The flower is of a deep chrome yellow, the upper petals showing lighter reflexes while the two lower petals are blotched with purplish carmine and marked with bright carmine veining. The past season we had opportunity to observe its hardiness and climate- resisting quality. When allother sorts had faded, Aurora was stillinits beauty and continued so until killed by the frost. 10 cents per pkt. of 50 seeds.

One packet each of the above 7 varieties only 35 cents.

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3~ READ carefully our “CARDINAL” STRAWBERRY insert, between pages 64.and 65,

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En Se. Se

20 Varieties 20 BEAUTIFUL

Climbing Nasturtiums.

These are ali of very strong, vigorous growth, throwing out shoots chat can be trained upon strings or wires, or can be made toclimb the ordinary picket fence or wire netting. They are beautiful by simply training on level ground. Purchase an ounce and plant 2 seeds in each hill with your corn, which will give you an abundance of beautiful flowers, and you will be surprised with results.

y QG- PLEASE NOTE Q7VZeN the manner in which we offer our Naxtur- tinm Seed, Each packet will contain 60 seeds; 2 | needs ore chnamed variety, Remember there is no eed work about this; positively 3 seeds of each, |

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Chameison. Flowers of many colors on same plant. Crimson’ Bright glossy crimson. Very fihe. Dunsetit’s Drange. Golden orange, blotched red. S Edwa-cd Otto. Flowers light brown, yellow spur. AN Golder Leavad Scarier. Deep scarlet flowers.

\ Hemisphericum. Bright straw with scarlet blotch. iyi? Heinemanni. Silky bronze-chocolate.

7 King Theodere. Dark crimson. Scheuriarum. Yellow and crimsom Luteum. Clear: light yellow flowers.| Scheurianum Coccineum. Orange. Pearl. Nearest approach to cream 'Schillingi. Bright yellow and red. Prince Henry. Yellow ard scarler , Straw. Light straw yellow. Regelianum. Deep purple-vioiet. | Scarlet Str.ped. Distinctly striped. Scarlet. Intensely bright scarlet. Vesuvius. Lrilliant fiery rose. Fine. |woa Mcitke. Pcculiar bluish pik.

Prices. 10 cts. per packet consisting of 60 seeds; 3 seeds of each of the above 20 choice named varieties, ‘The above 20 choice named varieties, mixed, 5.cts. per packet of 50 seeds: 15 cts. rer oz.; 40 cis. pur % Ib., post-atd. The Way It is Done.—We have a large case.consisting of 20 compartments, each containin® a separate namnd kind; and cvery packet is filled with 3 seeds of cach of the above 20 choice varieties, making in all 60 seeds for 10 cts.

NEW CLIMBING NASTURTIUM,

Mad. Gunther’s Hybrids.

¥or richness and variety of clors these new Hybrids have no equals among Nasturtiums. ‘There are shades af rose, salmon, brightest rose, pale yellow,-cither as self- eolors or spotted and striped. ‘The foliage is mostly dark and contrasts very effectively with the rich colors. They are climbrs and continuous bldomers. It is impossible to describe all the different colors, but some of the: most striking are as follows: White, shaded ca. mine on the edges, with deep maroon throat: golder-yellow, sLaded brown on the edges; yellow, shaded :and mottled with ¢<armine: white, with red blotches; shrimp pink, with deep maroon threat; shrimp pink, self-color: rose, bright - 1ose, bright yellow, orange,.etc. Itis not necessary that they should have support; they do equally well, if not petter, when leit totraW on the ground. Profuse blocm- ers until kill.d by frost. They contain a great many colors that are not found in any other mixture. 5cents per packet of 50 seeds; 15 cents per ounce; 35 cents Der y% pound; $1.00 per pound, postpaid.

84 The The Templin Co., Calla, Ohio. |

tional” Prize Pansies .

fi] ey) Z NYY,

There is probably no other « one of our popular flowers of to-day in which there has been gréater developement and improvement than in the Pansy. They now comprise almost innumerable varieties, embracing every shade and color known to flowers; some possess wonderful delicacy of shad- ing and Llending ‘of colors; others minute and delicate mark- ings: and still others are remarkable for the boldness and distinctness of their pencilings and blotches. All are great- ly admired for showy, Saucy upturned faces.

Ther is probably more money spent for Pansy Seed annu- ally, than for any other one flower, and there is nothing more Satisfactory than a bed of Choice Pansies; but on the

other hand ihe is ; nothing more disappointing than a poor strain of Pansies. We want our patrons to have the — very best Pansies that it is possible to procure, and have, therefore, at great expense, Secured -what we believe to be

A The most complete assortment of Pansy Seed that was ever offered.

© save our patrons the expense of buying so many packets in order to have fiowers of each strain, .we thoroughly ix together an equal quantity of each of the following varieties, and fill the packets from the mixture, thus securing mixture of Pansies never before equaled, and at a price within the reach of all. ' CULTURE.—Pansies are easily grown from seed. To have them bloom during the early summer the seed should be sown during August and September. Sow broadcast in a seed-bed out doors, cover very lightly with fine soil or well rotted-manure, and press the seed in with a small board ; then mulch the seed-bed with long, strawy horse manure, tothe thickness of one inch, soas to have the soil well and evenly covered. At the end of two weeks the plants will be up ; then remove the straw, a little at a time, selecting a dull day if possible. Keep the bed moist but not wet. Assoon as the plants have 4 or 5 leaves they should be transplanted to a cold frame or where you expect to winter them over. Pansies are quite hardy and will stand some freezing ; but where the climate is severe, and when early flowers are wanted, they should be mulched with a few inches of straw or ieaves at the approach of winter, Re- move mulch when severe freezing is over and transplant where they are to bloom.

Each Packet will contain-an equal mixture of all the following:

Benary’s Ne Plus Ultra, Giant Fire King, Pelergoniaflora, Marmorata, Bugnot’s Superb Giant Blotched, Giant Golden Queen, President Carnot,

Cassier’s Five Spotted Giants, Giant Royal Purple, Rainbow, = Cassier’s Hortensia Red, Henderson’s Mam. Butterfly, Roemer’s Superb Glant Prize, Cassier’s New Fancy Giants, Large Spotted French Show, Red Riding Hood,

David Woodbury’s Strain, New Fancy Belgian, Sack’s Elite German Misture, Dreer’s Royal Exhibition, New Giant Five Spotted, Striped Giants,

Fairy Queen, New Large Parisian Striped, ' Trimardeau,

Fancy English Prize, New Giant Peacock, Victoria Red.

Fire Dragon, Odier, or Prize Blotched,

Fromhoid’s Giants, ~ Parisian Very Large Stained,

15 cts. per 200 eae: 2 pkts. for 25 cts; J 8 ounce 60 cts.3 {-4 ounce $1.30, J ounce $4.00. This is the most complete assortment of Strictly High-Grade -Pansies ever offered. We have collected the various strains from the leading growers in America, England, Germany, France, Italy, etc., hence the name “ International.’ : - ; hoe: YS:

“My Pansy bed, from seed bought Of you ts the.wonde» of “Tweut to tell you how I appreciate your International the neighborhood. I have 75 plants from one packet of seed | Prize Pansies. I have used them for twoyears and words and no two alike; from pure white to jet black.” cannot express the admiration of the people here over them.

Mrs. G,. E. C—., Clarence, Mo. Mrs. W. H. B—., Edmond, Okla.

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MAD. PERRET.

__ CHOICE PANSIES IN SEPARATE VARIETIES. ee OR Many prefer to order Pansy Seed in separate named varieties,

and it is unquestionably the most Satisfactory way to order, al- though a little more expensive. The following list contains the very finest varieties in cultivation, and we are confident they will give satisfaction:

_BUGNOT’S NEW GIANT. A cele “brated French variety of great size and remarkably rich and varied colors. They com prise many shades of red and brown and bronze seldom found in other Pansies. Exceptionally fine. 10 cents per 100 seeds.

CASSIER’S GIANT BLOTCHED. A fine French strain of ex- tremely large size, with three to five blotches on rich background. Flowers borne on tall stems. Plants bushy and compact. 10 cents per 100 seeds.

GIANT STRIPED. The flowers are irregularly striped and

mottled in various colors, on contrasting background. An ex- tremely interesting strain. 5 cents per 100 seeds, FIERY FACES. A grand strain, embracing many distinct

shades of red, blood-red, scarlet, orange-scarlet, wine-red and rose—colors rarely found in Pansies, and will furnish many sur- prises when they bloom. 10 cents per 100 seeds.

“MASTERPIECE.” One of the most remarkable ntchicn of Pansies ever introduced. Petals are ruffled and crimped in such

a manner that the flowers have the appearance of being double, 15 cents per 150 seeds.

(See Flower Seed Novelties.)

MAD. PERRET. A grand new variety. Flowers extremely large und of full, rounded form. Low er petals usually lighter in color, )ieavily veined and blotched in rich velvety colors. Upper petals lark red, purple, etc. 15 cents per 100 seeds,

GIANT TRIMARDEAU. One of the most popular of the Giant itrains. Extra large size, embracing a great variety of colors, and /iSually have a dark biotch on the lower petals. 5 cts. per 100 seeds.

| GIANT SNOW QUEEN. Flowers of large size, pure satiny white, vith faint yellow centre, sometimes faintly shaded with delicate wlue. A great favorite. 5 cents per 100 seeds.

telvety finish.

*GIANT BLACK PRINCE. Laree, rich coral black flowers with A very pleasing strain, and a splendid companion

H| @Snow Queen. 5cents per 100 seeds. | BRIDESMAID. ‘A rare and very distinct strain of French origin. tround color clear rosy white, rivaling in delicacy and beauty the

‘Mest apple-blossom, with rich dark purple blotch in the centre of mach petal. 15 cents per 150 seeds.

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/CANARY BIRD. A new and giant strain of rare beauty. Ground dolor bright canary yellow: centre of each petal marked with a urge dark blotch. A fine bedding variety. 15 cents per 150 seeds, ‘PSYCHE. Very winning in appearance. Each flower iselegant=

aia and undulated and in every respect a beauty in form and : *Centre of petals fine violet, surrounded by broad blotch.

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Joents per 150 seeds.

A variety that attracts much attention.

MASTERPIECE.

GIANT PRETIOSA. A great novelty. with deep violet blotch, surrounded by brilliant crimson- rose background; the ground color margined with pure white edge. 15 cents per 100 seeds.

ORCHID FLOWERED. Interesting flowered straia. Ground color generally in light shades, with brown or yel- low blotches and diffused rays and veins toward the edge. 15 cents per 150 seeds.

SWEET SCENTED TUFTED. Very distinct class that is hardier than the other varieties. Grow in vufts or clumps. Colors range in shades of white, blue, yellow, violet, purple, etc. Bloom freely allsummer. See eut. 5 ets. per 100 seeds,

PEACOCK, Very beautiful. Rich ultramarine blue with narrow white border; centre purplish crimson passing to rich royal purple blotch. 5 cents per 100 seeds.

MAMMOTH PARISIAN. Noted for its exceptionally large size, rich and varied markings. Under high cultivation they attain 3 to 4 inches across. 10 cents per 100 seeds.

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Bronze Meine. Emperor Frederick, Emperor William, Fancy Queen,

Gold smth abe Gloriosa

Lord Beaconsfield, Mahogany,

ICE.—Packet of 150 ae 5 cts.; 3 pkts. 10 cts.; 1-8 oz. 35 cts.;

Gaiden Yellow, Marmorata, Silver Edge, Indigo Blue, Peacock, Silver Seam, Improved Striped, Quadricolor, Snow Queen, King of Blacks, Rainbow, Spectabilis,

Red Riding Hood, Rosy Lilac,

Violet Blue, Yellow Gem, &&

1-4 oz. 60 cts.; Loz. $i.5v.

- *Admiration.

BLANCHE BURPEE.

Delicate rose. Alba Magnifica. Pure white. Alice Eckford. Rich creamy white. America. Bright red striped. *Apple Blossom... Rosy.Pink. *Aurora. Striped orange salmon. *Black Knight. Deep maroon. *Blanche Burpee. Large white. Blanche ferry. Pink and white. *Blushing Beauty. Pink. Boreaton. Very dark maroon. *Burpee’s NewCountess. Lavender. *Burpee’s Sun Proof Salopian. New. Butterfly. White and Lavender. Brilliant. New scarlet. California. Soft pink. Goccinea. New. Bright cherry. Countess of Latham. New. Pink. *Captain of Blues... Maroon... -

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*€hancellor. Bright orange pink. “ountess of Aberdeen. Soft pink. *_-.muette. Yellow and lavender. *(;ountess Cadogan. Reddishmauve. *Celestial. Delicate azure blue. countess of Radnor. Paie mauve. “Colonist. Soft lilac with rose. Countess of Powis. Orange color. *Crown Jewel. Primrose veined. Creole. Light pinki-h lavender. Crown Princess. Flesh salmon. Hetent, Whiteaund ccimsen. Se PS eee MNS : neice. 'FEET TOSS. “2caV ctaret.

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. ft ) “Luacereutheriand Claret and blue. ;

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L NANED NAMED |} Varieties. Varieties).

“BEAUTIFUL _ Sweet Peas.

THE GREATEST ASSORTMENT EVER OFFERED,| |

FYERYBODY, KNOWS that Sweet Peas are thesweetest and pretti| , flower that grows, and we want everybody to grow them. Our lis | onz hundred choice named varieties, includes the very latest novelties in ¥ new and desirable so.ts. We make these one of our specialties. ; | 4 Sweet Peas were first introduced into England in 1701, from Sicily and Cf, jon. ‘They delight in a heavy, stiff loam, and will not succeod in light ;|

unless planted deep, say 3 inches, with the earth well packed down. j- have grown under contract 15 to 25 pounds each of 100 named varieties, m:$j1)t! ing more than a TON which we will have to offer in 1905. ea The following is a list of varieties, but see opposite page for an INTE ESTING proposition. AL *The varieties marked with an asterisk (*) produce flowers of good s'|_ stance and large size, which we can recommend above all others. Wee

*Mrs. Fitzgerald. Cream and r ost *Modesty. Most delicate pink. Mrs. Lugdale. Beautifuldeep rn} _. *Mrs. Eckford. Shaded primrose. | Mrs. Gladstone. « Lovely soft pi}, NMirs. Jos. Chamberlain. Strip}; *Navy Blue. (Burpee’s.) Violet bi| *Othello. Deep glossy maroon. Ovid. Rosy pink. Beautiful. *Pink Friar (Burpee)Carmine&wh} AN i . | *Prima Donna. Pretty soft pink. Ne) *Prince Edw. of York. Scarlet & ro}; *Prince of Wales. Mauve ard whif{\i *Queen Victoria. Primrose & pur} mt Ramona. White splashed pink. ? *Sadie Burpee. New; pure white Any *Salopian. The best scarlet. Senator. Brown, striped chocola]’ *Stella Morse. (Burpee’s.) Primrc| *Stanley. Rich dark maroon. t *Sensation (Burpee) White& blu} Te Snapdragon. (Burpee’s.) A whi! Red Riding-Hood. ane

+ ¥ 7 & ¥ > ' NAVY BLUE. Duke of York. Rosy pink and white. *Emily Eckford. keddish mauve. Eliza Eckiord. Rosestriped. Emily Henderson. White; early. *Fascination. New; magenta mauve. *Fashion. Beautiful cerise pink. Firefly. A dcep brilliant scarlet Gaiety. Crimson and white striped. -*George Ge~-- - New; claret rea. Ee Srl So uve ana -2a vender. ae *s) Saimor orang2. rie, - f5ehb.aS.

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As eee ge; beautiful ros -evh. WiFS. ~. ...°:yYOn. Primrose. *Hon. F. Bonvorie. Deeprich pink. Imperial Blue. Blue and mauve. ‘Indigo King. Maroon; néarly indign.}: “8 *Jeanie Gordon. Novelty; bright rose.

*Juanita, White, striped lavender. *King Edward Vil. New. *KatherineTracy. Soft brilliant pink. *Ledy M. Ormsby Gore. Pale buff. *Lady G. Hamilton. Lavender blue. *Lady Mary Curry. Orange pink. *Lady Nina Balfour. Delicate mauve. *Lady Penzance. Orange and pink. *Lord Roseberry. Rosy magenta. *Lady Skelmersdale. Rose&lavender. *Lottie Hutchins. Cream and pink. *Lottie Eckford. Whiteand lavender. *Lovely. Soft pink; most “‘lovely.” *Mrs. Walter Wright. New: mauve. Waid of Honor. White and blue. *Mars. Eckford’s Bright Scarlet. *Mieteor. New; orange salmon. *Miss Willmot. New; orange pink. *Monarch. Deep bronzy maroon,

u LADY MARY CURRY.

Prices.—Any of the above chil tte named va.ieties, 10 ce], per packet of 1.5 seeds. Any 3 pa! ets for .5 cents: 7 packets for 50,

In quantity. any of the abovellll | cents per ounce; 30cts. per 4 pou|fhy,

Dear Srrs:—I feel as if I mJ write you a few lines to tell you w lovely flowers I had from a pack of your One Hundred Named sui Peas: they were just perfect; 1) Sy a biaze of glory a summer. |

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I pat s “Ideal” Mixed Sweet Peas.

AN OPPORTUNITY FOR EVERYBODY TO PROCURE

$00 Choice Named Varieties of Sweet Peas.

och variety that we have had grown especially for our mail trade, Almost everybody, when they order Sweet Peas, ‘ sh to procure as great a variety as possible. The ordinary Mixed Peas as generally sold, are made up from te | varieties, and in many cases the majority will be of only 8 or 10 varieties. In fact they are generally made up from

fh Varieties as the grower may havea surplusof. We want our patrons to receive | The Greatest Possible Number of Varieties and Colors

“id to this end we buy only Named Varieties and do our own mixing. You will readily see that in adopting this plan are absolutely certain that you will receive an assortment of varieties that will be an endless source of enjoyment

A Large Packet Containing 100 Named Varieties For Only 10 Cents.

“We are going to offer you this entire collection of 100 choice varieties (see opposite page) for only 10 cents. -How itt | Done. We shins a large case containing one hundred separate compartments. numbering trom 1 to 100 and each i aeearcocueee aims a separate named variety,

Each Packet is Filled by Taking One Seed From Each Compartment.

a chis is tedious work filling packets in this manner, but we have the satisfaction of know? ing that we are offering you nething that will please you, and that you cannot procure from any other seedsmen in <nis country. Never before ss sucha grand collection offered. Each packet.will contain-one hundred seeds,.one seed each.of our One Hundred ace Named varieties. Our [ist has been caréfully revised and many new kinds added from last year.

- . Price, 10 cts. per pkt. of 100 seeds; 3 pkts 25 cts.; 7 pkts. 50 cts.; 15 pkts. $1.00, postpaid. We Offer The Following Separate Colors.

ik Varieties. A mixture of delicate pink, blush. cream, rose and light shades, including Blanche Ferry. d Varieties. All shades of red, scarlet, crimson, carmine, etc., including Salopian, best scarlet.

p White Varieties. Comprising all white sorts on our list. Unexcelled for bouquets.

p and Striped. This mixture will comprise all light and dark blue, together with striped sorts.

Any of the above 5 cts. per pkt.; {2 cts. per ounce; 25 cts, qrstee Ib.; 60 cts. per [b., postpaid,

7 Our “SPECIAL” 1905 Mixture.

tg The most complete mixture ever offered and is absolutely unequaled; such a collection of high grade Sweet Peas ees oe Ebest’ elsewhere. We have thoroughly mixed together an equal amount of our One Hundred Named rieties and do not hesitate in saying that this is the most complete mixture ever offered: including many novelties offered last;year. - You will be surprised with the beautiful colors found in this mixture,

7. Price, 8 cts. pet pkt. of 100 seeds; 3 pkts. 20 cts; J oz $2 cts; ‘quarter Ib, 35 clas 1 1b. 75 cts., postpaid. 5 lbs. by Express for $2.50.

| Choice Sweet Peas, as usually sold by other seedsmen, including fifteen to twenty choice varieties. This is really \ ice mixture. of cents per ounces quarter pouad 25 cents; 4 pound 50 cents. By mail, postpaid.

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che s“Cupia” is the wonderful dwarf Sweet Pea that created a

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Sears three or four years ago. They grow only 6 to8 : litera!ly cover themselves with flowers. Origi- there was only t.1e pure white ‘‘Cupid,’’ but now wecan eight distinct varieties, as follows : ‘Very dwarf and flowers of pure snow white. Bright pink-and-white flowers. Very fine. 'E ord. Creamy white and rose. Choice. _ ies: *s” Beauty. Rich rose pink of excellent quality. ss of Radnor. New. Very large lavender. fly. Large flowers of dazzling scariet. patton. New. Rich wine brown color. Strong Stor th.

mi! os chy, deli primxose, with creamy tin 5 aes SOEs ‘each of the above 10 cts.; ¥ for 25 es.. sal Mivicre of the above, ounces 35 cts.; 2 ozs. 25 cts.

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A perfectly hardy and very desirable class of Sweet Peas that die down to the ground cach *rennial Peas. autumn and start again the following spring. They grow eight to ten feet high, bloomung

a oe throughout the summer. Red, rose and white mixed. Packet 5 cents.

These Sweet Peas donot always come double. They usually produce about 30 per ole Sweet Peas. cent. of double flowers. You will frequently find double and single flowers on the

: m1 2 estem. ‘They are very interesting. Packet 5 cents; ounce 10 cents.

n L was created at the Society of American Florists’ Convention at St. Louis, during it BREAT SENSATIO the World’s Fair, in August, by the Templinii Begonia. Iti isan upright grower, attaining a height of one totwofeet. The leaves, which are six to ten inches long, P etty wavy edges, are glossy, metallic green, profusely and irregularly blotched and mottled with the various

of yellow, from the richest golden to creamy w hite, tinged and flushed with delicate flesh pink, deepening to e margin to the richest crimson; the under side a bright coppery crimson. Produces a profusion of rosy pink during winter and spring. It is exceptionally valuable for bedding, as it withstands the sunshine anc devel- brilliancy and brightness of colors that was never before known among Begonias. See description and ilius-

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88 The Tem plin Co., Calla, Ohio, |

PETUNIAS.

No annual is more widely used than the Petunia for out-door and poi culture. They are of the easiest culture and demand rich soil, warm, open, sunny place. Some varieties are of trailing habit, others are quite erect; many are deliciously fragrant. Of recent years there has been great improvement by hybridizing, and a wide range of color, shape an1 markings will be found among the newer sorts. First intro- duced from Brazil. Seeds may be sown in the open ground where they are to bloom, or started indoors and transplanted. ‘The following va- Tieties are the most disti:ct and valuable known.

BOUQUET, OR NANA COMPACTA. Zl

A very desirable strain of dwarf, bushy, comroct habit, producing G& flowe-s: in Such profusion as to almost z ‘

cover the plants. Excellent for bedding; alsc for pot culture, both winter and summer. We offer-a_ superb mixture, ‘including many varieties. 10 c. 300 seeds.

GRANDIFLORA HYBRIDA.

A choice, large-flowering strain inclua ing many choice varieties of both ruffled and fringed. ‘These are a decided im- provement on the common hybrid varic- ties, being much larger; though probabl: not quite so large as the California Gi ants. Choivest mixed, 10c. per 200 seeds.

- PURE WHITE.

Very desirable for cemetery beds; or where large masses of white are wanted. Grow 12 to 15 inches high and are a per-

DOUBLE & SINGLE PETUNIAS.

‘These will be a grand mixt- ttre, including striped, blotched and veined varieties. Indeed, just what yeu need for a showy bed on thelawnerinthe gar- erten. Will be sure to please. 5 cts. per 500 seeds; % oz. 25c,

DOUBLE PETUNIAS.

These are always very high in price, because they can only BO CQUET PETUNIA. be produced by careful hand

fertilizing. And while they are especially desirable, it is a la~ mentable fact that only about 25 per cent. of the seeds offered as double will produce double flowers; though even with this discouraging fact, they are worthy a trial i15c. per 50 seeds,

GRANDIFLORA FIMBRIATA,

A superb strain producing elegant, finely fringed flowers, measuring over 4 inches in diameter. We offer a superb mixt- ure, including all colors and forms. 15 cents per 100 seeds.

Si These produce flowers of great size and substance. They

are ruffled, uted and fringed, and are unsurpassed by any other strain in the richness of colors, ranging from deepest = purple to pure white; some are solid colors, while others are blotched, striped and veined with combinations of colors that are truly marvelous. 15 cents per 100 seeds,

, CALIFORNIA GIANT PPUN A

HOWARD'S STAR.

A beautiful, free-flowering strain, excep- tionally fine for bedding, baskets, vases; etc, ‘The ground color is dark crimson maroon with violet veinings.. From the centre starts the points of'a five-pointec star, broadening half way out and coming toa point at mar- gin of petals; staris light blush pink, deep- tning in color toward the margins. A large per cont. of the seeds produce the star :aark-

ings,others with veined and feathery markings ' are equally beautiful. 15 cents per packet of 100 seeds.

DWARF SNOWBALL,

A fine dwarf, compact variety. Flowers are - pure snow-white, of good shape and size, sweet- scented and lasting. For an everblooming white flower, suitable for beds and borders, we think this Petunia has fewequals. Of easy culture, withstanding the hot sun toa remark- able degree. (See cut.) 10 cents per 200 seeds.

variety offered is just as claimed, and is worthy of a place in your garden.

N OVE LTIE S Please read carefully the descriptions of the Novelties offered on pages 65-69. Every | ~* Au - 3 ry e . - I A ?

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PRIMULA.

Chinese Pr'mrose. ‘These are “justly popular: first for the fra- grance of their flowers and long continued season of bloom, which is through nearly the whole year; sccond, -for their ease of culture, thriving in a _ window where there Js little or no sun, which few plants will do. Native of China. Never

|| attacked by insects, and very easily grown from seeds.

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os Polyanthus. (Ox-lip.) ‘These are perfectly hardy, and bloom in early “spring. Fine for pot or out door culture. | mostly yellow, and red-and-yellow, produced on erect umbels, well above ‘the foliage. Fine mixed colors, 5 cents per 50 seeds.

| _ Officinalis. (Cowslip.) One of the most popular varieties, especially in |} England. A very pretty spring flowering perennial. : “shades of yellow, brown, etc, Finest mixed colors, 5cts. per 50 seeds.

PENTSTEMON.

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Warieties. 5cents per 100 seeds.

| PENNISETUM LONGISTYLUM.

Purple Feather Grass. One of the most ornamental decorative grasses rer introduced. Native of Abyssinia. L table adornment as a Palm, and having the advantage of more rapid id vigorous growth. The hundreds of graceful narrow,curving leaves Overtopped by elegant purple, feathery plumes a foot long, which of mselves are very ornamental. and can be used for dry grass bouquets. ost beautiful and graceful plant for pot culture; always a feature of ttraction. Sow seeds early in March.

| Single Fringed Primula. A STAR PHLOX.

+) choice mixture of the best fringed varietics. 10 cents per 40 seeds.

)) Obconica. From its free blooming habit this might well be called Ever- e. " blooming Primrose, One of the most useful plants for pot culture, bloom- »| ing summer and winter. Flowers are soft lilac, pink, rose and lavender, ‘|)and are very charming. WNativeof China. If sown early in the spring *| will commence to bloom in May or June. 10 cents per 100 Seeds.

Flowers showy: colors are

Colors include

|) Western U.S. Flowers produced on long spikes, somewhat like Perennial x Phlox in habit of growth. Colors, white, pink, scarlet, blue, etc., beauti- fully spotted and marked. Very brilliant and showy. : We offer a superb mixture of the choicest

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10 cents per 100 seeds.

Phlox D dit OX rummondair.

The common annual garden Phlox, native of Texas. For asplendid mass of colors and constant display, they are unrivaled. Each year new ya- rieties are being added to the list, resulting ina marked improvement in size, brilliancy of colors and extraordinary markings. Of the easiest Dos- sible culture. The seed we offer are choicest mixed and unsurpassed in quality and variety. 5 cents Per <50 seeds; 1 ounce 50 cents.

Alta. Flowers pure white, extra large.

Intense Scarlet. Flowers most beautiful intense scarlet.

_Large Yellow. A fine color; quite novel and dis- tinct.

Rosea. Flowers beautiful pink with w hite eye.

Stillata. A strikingly beautiful variety. Flow- ers vivid crimson, with a clearly defined white Star in the centre.

The above separate colors, each 5 cents per

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packet of 100 seeds; % ounce 25 cents.

“IDEAL” MIXED PHLOX,

Large Flowered. This collection will consist of an equal mixture of all the above named separate colors. The most satisfactory collection ever o- fered. These are a stronger growing class, pro- ducing larger flowers than the common Drum- mondii, though in variety of colors and general character they differ but little. 10 cts. per pack- et of 200 seeds; 4 ounce 25 cents.

STARRED AND FRINGED PHLOX,

Quedlinburg. These are certainly the most dis- tinct and strikingly beautiful Phlox grown, differ- ing from the Drummondii in the form of their flowers, some being distinctly star-shaped, with the five points much longer than the lateral pet-

: als; while others are distinctly fringed and beautifully bor- dered and stripe with white. Choicest mixed colors, 5 cis. per 100 seeds; ¥s ounce 25 cents.

DWARF PHLOX,

Nana Compacta. Dwarf and compact habit: fine for border or ribbon kid. Flowers large. 20 Varieties mixcd, 5c.: 3 oz. 50c.

Firevail. Dwarf habit: flow- ers glowing, brilliant scarlet. 5 cents per 100 seeds.

Snowball. Of dwarf, compact habit; flowers purest white. Scents per 100 « eeds,

PRIMULA.

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Portulacca Granditlora.

Rose Moss. Low, flashy, trailing annuals, introduced from Chili in 1827. The double varieties are of Geri erigin, and are in fact charming objects and may wellclaim a prominent place. Areof easy culture if g.venag | and rather dry soil. They make excellent edgings and areexcellent for dry rock work. Colors range trom }§ | white to yellow, rose, scarlet, deep red, and almost purple, with many striped forms. Bloom profusely from e§ft summer until autumn, producing a marvelously rich and brilliant effect. Bytte

¢2 Flowering Sincle. All colors mixed; many striped and variegated. Very dazzling. 5cts. per 500 segs 1

Double Varieties M’xed. A choice mixture of double varieties. A large per cent of flowers will be double i

rose. Most brilliant and gorgeous effect. © <nts per packet of 300 seeds. | *

ale Choice Poppies. § -_ be oice Foppies. : Et aS 3 > ; 2 | an = These are old-fashioned flowers, but #it Y} greatly improved in recent years. Nativig:

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i) if were introduc.d in 1714. They are ung

Yj we, tionably the most showy and brilliant of (ir

yy San LE annuals, and are of the easiest possible c ure. Some of the double varieties are a3 lz and pretty as Pzonies, and the single vz ties are wonderfully pretty and attractivi® they gracefully nod and swing at the enc™® their tall slender stems. Sow the seed wl they are to bloom, very early in the spry&®

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We offer the following choice varieties: 4

New Tulip. A magnificent new variety, Mik d ‘cing intense dazzling scarlet, tulip-shAped, single flowers. ’| g wing scarlet cf the large flowers is such that the eye car) endureits glare v hen the sun is shining on it. Strik- ingly beautiful. 5 cents per 200 seeds.

Sh’rievy. (Silk Poppy.) These are not r ally new, aur but th yare acuarming Cla s. The flowers are semi-dou- * ble, and so vatid in colors that scarcely two can be found alike. Especially strong in shades of ter tacotta combined with pink and scarlet. 1fcut before fully open the flowers will last forty-eight hours or more. Very pretty in bouquets. 5 cents per 300 seeds.

Fairy Blush. Flowers beautifully fringed, pure white, lipped with rosy cream, shad.d at base with § lemon. Very doubleand of great size, often 3 to 4 inches in diamet<-r, Decidedly p.etty. 5cts. 300 seeds, 3

White Sv-an. One of the most : effective and valuable Poppies. Plants 18 to 20inches high, of pret- ty bush form, crowned with flowers

SHIRLEY POPPY, of enormous size and perfect form; color, purest white, beautifully fringed. Its period of flowering is longer than any other variety. Wwe hea: t.y recon.mend this variety. 5cts. per 300 seed 5.

Harcy Perern’al Poppies. While these are hardy in most climes, it is well to grow new plantsc« very second year. They are « asily grown from seeds and blocm the first year if sownearly Colors are white, yellow and orange-red. A superb mixture, including Iceland, Oriental, etc., 5 cents per 300 seeds.

HARDY PERENNIAL POPPY.

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per £0 seeds. Splencers.

5 Highly prized fer its beauti- l. almast orchid-like flowers, ‘nich ave produced in great p-> sion from early summer to late ‘i. Colors range through all ades of red, pink, purple, blue, licw- white, etc. Plants are of jaceful habit, bearing flowers gh above foliage. Native of Mili. Useful for bouquets, etc. Perh mixture of almost endless ties, 5 cents per 200 seeds.

’ SVILAX.

‘A popular window climber, na- ve of S. Africa. Used largely florists for cut-flower work, fes- “ming,etc. Habit of growth ex- SALPIGLOSSIS.

lemely graceful. Delicate white flowers; quite fragrant. Easily grown from: ad, which are slow to germinate and should be soaked in warm vater abou » u-¥ before planting. Require mvist soil. 5 cenis per 50 seeds.

SWEET WILLIAMS.

Dianthus Barbatus. One of the oldest garden flover , t! at cannot be surpassed *a grand display of brilliant colers throughout the summer and autumn. Na- feof Russia and China. Flow:s borne on heads or umbels, with individual ets nearly an inch across. C:lJors: hite, pink, c-ims-" carmine, purple, etc, th bright eyes and rich markings. MH urdy, but shold be moved occasionilly. isily grown fri-n Seeds, which should be sown in 1ichs..,¢af.y im the syringe. Bidicest double and single mi>ed, 5 cents per 1£0<ecds.

mxiant Double. A beautifulrewstrain The plants are cf robust. bushy habit®

‘ducing numerous stems, surmount | by imm: nse umbels of full, double flow” 4 => ers, mManv cf which arecne inch in diame j : ter. Er bra’e many shades and mark- ings. 1( cenm.s per 100 seeds.

STOCKS.

Ten Weeks Stock. Popular and _ useful annuals, natives of Greece and Asia Mi- nor; introduced in 162). Unexcelled for beauty and fragrance. Valuable both for bedding and pct culture. A well grown plant, when in blocm. is abeut as pretty a sight as can be found in the flower king- dom. The f-llowing embrace the finest varieties grown:

Dwarf German. Finest double, lowered, including all colors.

Large Flowering Prramidal. Spikes and Jowers very large, the florets frequently 2 to 2% inches across. Spikes are compact

5 cents per 50 seeds. Perpetual Wri'e.

about two feet fragrant flowers, and new on able as a winter pot plant.

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TRIToma. (See page 92.)

SALVIAS.

_Famous and fashionable annual bedders. tives of tropical America and Europe. varieties have becn recent y ais. V_ry easily grown from seed, bloonm- i profusion the first scason. light, well drain-d soil and a b-icht.

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We offer the following excellont varieties.

NEW SALVIA SPLENDENS.

Drooping Sp kes. Salvia (}.carlet Sage): has nearly three floweiing capacity cn each spike of the ordinary Salvia Splendens; causiny the spikes 1» gracetully drocp by theic weight. lative purpo-es, planted either singly cr in mcups vihcthcr plants. brilliant sca‘ let. pur packet of 50 secds.

Cara Becman. bedding. Compact, oval bushes 2% feet high. The srike3 grow erect, and stand clear above the foli- age, completely c’vering the plant, and are of the most beautilul, b-Hliant, Cazzling scarlet.

A grand, new, large flowering times the Very desirable for deco

Flowers of the most dazzling, Easily grown trom seed. 10 cts.

(Bonfire.) One of 4he finest for

10 cts.

The mo:;t popular variety grown.

Native of Brazil. This is the Scar- let Sage, tlat always attracts se much attention by its profusion of scarlet flowers. 5 cts. per 50 seeds.

Faranacea. Entirely distinct, preducing pretty, Il-ng spikes of delicate, showy, silvery sky-blue flowers. Excellent fer bouquets. Native of Texas. 5 cts. Dseedis

SCAEIOSA,

Morning Brice. Very handsome and popular summer border plants, natives of Asia and Alri- ca. Flowers double, of vavied colors from almost white to the deepest maroon, etc. Easily grown rom seed3, blocming profusely from June tofrost. Flowers fra- grant, and very serviceable for cutting purposes. Chcicest varie ties mixed. 5 certs pen *(0 secds.

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VERBENAS.

The beauty of these well known annuals is beyond compari-— | son. They are peculiarly adapted for bedding in the flower garden. They are natives of Brazil and Chili. For constant and profuse flowering, brilliancy and beauty of colors, it has no superior. Colors are white, scarlet-red, crimson, purple, etc., many marked and blotched. Very easily grown from seed, which should be sown early and transplanted when warm enough. -They will bloom until frost.

_ Mammoth Verbenas. We here offer a strain that we can rec- ommend as the very best in the market. The individual flow- ers are of unusual size, frequently larger than a Silver quarter. They embrace a wide range of colors, all that are desirable and choice in Verbenas. ‘They are from the best growers in Europe and America. Choice mixed colors, 10 cts. per 100 seeds; % oz. 50c.

Mammoth White. By far the best and largest of all Verbenas. 10 cents per packet of 100 seeds.

Mammoth Scarlet. Intense brilliant Sparict and borne in splendid trusses. 10 cents per packet of 100 seeds. ~

deep carmine. 10cents per packet of 100 seeds.

Mammoth Striped. Very large, pretty, striped flowers; beau- tiful. 10 cents per packet of 100 seeds.

1 packet of each of the 4 colors, 25 cents.

byoy oe Verbena Hybrida. A choice mixture, including a wide range of colors and shades. \ ee Just what you want for a brilliant, showy bed in the garden. 5 cents per 100 seeds; AG, ”y, x Y% ounce for 50 cents.

71h i VALERIANA. Hardy Heliotrope. A showy, hardy, perennial border plant, native of Europe and VERBENAS. Asia. Produces large on of red and white flowers that are admirable for

bouquets and decorations. Very fragrant, resembling the Helio trope. Easily grown from seed and it succeeds .almost everywhere. | Does well in partial shade 5cts per 100 seeds

GARDEN VERBENA.

Venosa. ‘Perfectly hardy variety from Southern Brazil. Grows about |) one foot high and covered from ear- |} , ly summer until frost with clusters } of bright purple flowers. Very pop- | ular in Europe. Sow seeds very} early, in the house. 5cts. 100seeds. |)

Odorata. (Tencrioides.) This | lovely Verbena is hardy. Flowers |} instead of being in clusters like }, other varieties, run up into long |) spikes 3 to 4 inches long: .color, |

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Zinnias.

A hardy annual, native of West Ind- ies and tropical America. A grand flower indeed; flowers as large and double as a Dahlia. Easily grown {rom seeds and soon make a fine show, blooming through the entire summer. Sow in open ground and transplant to one foot apart.

GIANT FLOWERED.

The flowers of this strain are ex- tremely double and very brilliant In color, showing shades not found in oth- er collections, while in size they surpass all others. Plants are vigorous in growth, about 2 feet high, and very free bloomers. A mixture of the larg- est Zinnias yet obtained, including Mammoth Zebra,€rested. and Lilliput, ru. 5cents per 100 seeds. 10 cents per 50 seeds; %4 ounce 30 cents.

Curied and Crested Zinnias, A new WALLFLOWER. -

and beautiful strain with larue, perfect iy double flowers, the petals An old garden favorite, native of S. Europe, being twisted, curled and crested in the most fantastic form. All| where they have been grown for centuries. | colors and shades mixed. A handsome variety. 5cents per 50 seeds. | Flowers delicately fragrant, produced in the

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Mammoth Pink. Lovely tints, from light and dark rose to |!!!

pure white, and delightfully lemon- |}

Zebra Striped Zinnia. A pretty strain, each flower being beauti- | SPrine in large spikes. Half-hardy, requiring |

fully striped. As the colors vary on each plant, they present a very oe ee a aaa A revailing colors attractive appearance. The. flowers are perfect in shape and hardly | 4™€.SDades Of yellow, Drowns and even pur- any two alike in color. 5 cents per 50 s“eds. ple. We offer finest mixed, 5 cts. per 100 seeds.

Double Lilliput. Forms a perfect little bush covered with pretty, little perfectly double fiowers. ‘Fhe flowers are borne on long, stiff stems. Excellent for bouquets. 5 cents per 50 seeds.

Superb Mixed. We offer {he most complete mixture of Zinnias ever offered by any Seedsman, including all the above varieties, aiso Dar- winii, Double Tom Thumb, Haageana, etc. 5cents per 100 seeds;

% sunce 25 cents. THUNBERGIA.

(Black Eyed Susan.) <A’ beautiful climbing vine, useful for vases, rustic work, or house culture. Color white, yellow, orange, etc., with black eye. 5 cents per packet of 25 seeds.

VINCA.

Pretty ornamental plants with glossy green leaves and showy flowers an inch _or more in diameter. Suitable both for pot culture and bedding.’ Rosea and White with rose eye, mixed, 5 cents per

packet of - 75 seeds. ~TRITOMA.,

“Flame Plant,” A very beautiful hardy plant, introducea from S. Africa and Madagascar, in 1707. Noone who ever sees its pyramid- al spikes of blazing-red flowers, borne in autumn, will ever forget it. A sky-rocket is not more startling. Admirably adapted for single clumps on the lawn. Slight ‘protection is an advantage. Grows readily f-om seed. (See illustration, page 91.) 10 cents per 50 seeds,

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#4 BOUQUET MIXTURE.

In making up this mixture we include only such varie" } ties of Flower Seeds as are suitable for making into bou- | -quets, are of very easy culture and will grow in any } garden. This mixture consists of the following 15 varic- } tiesofannuals: Ageratum, Asters (Prize Mixture), Bra- } chyome, Bachelor’s Button, Callendula, Chrysanthemum. | Cosmos, Dianthus, Gladioli, Gaillardias, Heliotrope, Mar- | igold, .Mignonette, Poppies, Zinnias. These will give a | constant supply of flowers of great beauty and brilliancy. Price, 10 cents per large packet of about 500 seeds.

BEDDING MIXTURE.

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| ‘This mixture is prepared specially for those who want | a brilliant display on the lawn or garden, throughout the }) entire season, and will last until killed by frost. We use | in this mixture the following 18 choice bedders: Agera- |} tum, Alyssum, Antirrhinum, Asters (Prize), Balsams, | Cannas, Candytuft, Dianthus, Gaillardias, Larkspurs, Marvel of Peru, Mignonette, Nasturtiums (Dwarf), Petu- ‘nias, Phlox, Portulaccas, Poppies, Verbenas. They will add brilliancy and brightness to your garden or lawn. Price, 10 cents per packet of about 500 seeds.

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‘)arrangement of graceful bovgquets. ects that are unsurpassed by any other plants. moos 2 z the public parks, etc. We

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year. Easily grown from isfactory. Andropogon. Cereatochlioa. Elymus Arenarius.

Erianthus Ravenna. Eulalia Japonica.

‘\| Gynerium Argentium. ers second season.

SPECIAL FLOWER

‘he wonde i fi sof the Ornamental Grasses render them almost indispens. eee Bere cine ee: weed as single specimens, b: ‘ds, or groups on t he law n, prod uce ef- They are now largely used" in prominent positions in nearly all of The grace and beauty of the pendulous, slender, drooping foliage and plumes are always greatly admired. of which are perfectly hardy, and when once planted will last a life time, increasing in beauty year by

Very beautiful and ornamental. Fine for bouquets.

Bluish green foliage. Elymus Giganteus. Large and elegant for groups. Resembling Pampas Grass. Elegant variegated Grass. Festuca Viridis. Fine for edging beds of shrubbery. Gymnotrix Japonica. Good jor grouping on lawns.

Stipa Pennata. (Feather Grass.) Nice for bouquets.

Price, 15 centS per large packet containing an 2 equal mixture of the above ten varieties.

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SEED MIXTURES.

CLIMBING MIXTURE.

Just what you need for covering old fences, arbors, verandas, etc., and for hiding unsightly places, as it is com posed of only such varieties as are rapid climbers, and at the same time producing a constant display of showy flowers. This mixture will contain the following 10 choice climbers: Abrus, Balloon Vine, Canary Bird Flower, Cobzea, Cypress Vine, Maurandya, Balsam A pple, Jap anese Morning Glories, Climbing Nasturtiums, Sweet Peas. ‘This is a fine mixture of climbers that will be sure to give satisfaction. Price, 10 cents per large packet, containing about 150 seeds,

PERENNIAL MIXTURE.

Every garden should contain an assortment of hardy Perennials. They are of easy culture, perfectly hardy. remaining in the ground over winter, and will include the following 10 varieties; the most beautiful and desir- able perennials: Aquilegia, Canterbury Bell, Delphini- um, Digitalis, Hollyhocks, Perennial Peas, Tuberous Rooted Clematis, Sweet Williams, Sweet Rocket, Sweet Woodruff. Many of the above, if started early, will bloom the first season. Price, 10cents per large packet contain- ing about 150 seeds. ;

Any three of the above mixtures, by mail, postpaid, for 25 cents; the set of four for 30 cents.

FOR WINTER BOUQUETS.

_ Everlastings or Straw Flowers and Ornamental Grasses are very interest- ing and desirable fer forming “‘Winter Bouquets” and for decorating the home

as they retain their forms and bright colors for years.

They are all very easily grown. ‘The flowers should be cut befare fully open, tied in smal! bunches and bung up it 2 dark ron *¢ 4) yo ah hans them with the tops down se tha, the stems | When dry. Beautiful Christmas presents can be made from these dried flowers.

Everlastings, or Straw Flowers.

A grand mixture including all the most desirable varieties of Straw Flow- Each packet will contain mixed seeds of all the following choice varie- p ties: Acroclinium, Ammobium, Gomphrena, or Globe Amaranth, Gy pso- philla, Helichrysum etc. Never before have you had an opportunity to procure somany choice § Varieties of Straw Flowers in one packet.

& ireful to wil) be stiff and straighy,

Monstrosum, Heleptirum Rhodanthe,- Xeranthemum.,

Price, large packet, 15 cents.

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‘Templin’s BRIGHTEST AND BEST Annuals. 10 Packets of the Finest, High Grade Flower Seeds for only 25 Cts.

_ In looking over the previous pages of this Flower Seed Department you have, no doubt, found many va~tetiex that you would like to order, but their combined prices were beyond the amount you had for the purpose; «r p ssibly you could not make up your mind as to what you really wanted and would be sure to give the most satisfactory results, being also in doubt as to which varieties are really the ‘brightest and best.” : _. For many years it has been our custom to offer each season variou ; collections of seeds, containing varie’ ies that, in our judgment, were best adaptcd for the purpeses claimed. This ha; been done not only to enable our patrons te secure the greatest possible variety for their money, but to aid them in their selections, believing they would appreci-

ate such assistance. That it has met with approval is shown ; : by the vast numbers of t hese collections we have sold in former years. ‘Toencourage th: beautifying of the home grounds we. have prepared the following, which we call cur Brightest and Best Collection because it contains those varieties which pro- duce the érightest flowers, and also because they are the desz for the purpose recommended, and are of the easiest culture.

The followi-g are t*e ten varieties selected, ard we will send them postpaid, to any address, in any part of the wortd, for only 25 cents.

Asters,—Giant Comet or Plume. Probably no class of flowers is receiving more attention, and this particular variety is acknowledged to be the best. Alwayssureto please. This

packet will contain 100 seeds of the choicest mixed colors.

Cosmos,—New Giant. One of the grandest autumn flowering rlants. Foliage is filmy and feather-like; the flowers, which are produced in great profusion, are soft pink and crimson 1 shades, beautifu: beyond description. 50 seeds choice mixed.

Dianthus Pinks,—“‘Iceal’’ Mixed. The flowers are exceeding-. ly rich and varied in colors. For beautiful cut flowers, ease of culture and freedom of bloom they have nosuperior. A very complete assortment of choice varieties. Packet of 100 seeds.

Morning Glory,—Japanese Imperial. The great value of this new class is in the large size and wonderful brilliancy and beauty of the flowers. They embrace almost all thecolors known to the floral kingdom. 40 seeds of our “‘Idval’’ strain. ~

Nasturtiums,—Climbing Varieties. Nothing offered in this catalogue can afford more general satisfaction. The great brilliancy and range of colors is truly marvelous. Of very easy culture. - A packet of 50 seeds; 20 or more choicest varieties.

Parsies,—Our Celebrated “‘International.”” These are called “Tnternational’’? because they embrace all the choicest varie ties grown by Pansy specialists all over the world; an unsur- passcd collection. Packet of 100 seeds; over 30 choicest varieties.

Ph'ox.—Grandiflora, For asplendid mass of colors and con- stant display this strain is unrivaled. Strong growers; very large flowers. ‘The most satisfactory collection ever offered. A packet of 50 seeds, of the choicest varieties grown.

P2tun’as,—_New Dwarf Bouquet. Few plants are so popular, and probably in noclass iias there been so much improvement in recent years. ‘These are dwarf, compact in habit, yet pro- F duce finest large flowers. 200 seeds of superb mixed varieties.

Swect Peas,—100 Named Varieties. Ithe sweetest and pret- tiest flower that grows, and this is the largest and most com- plete collecti-n ever offered. A packet of 100 seeds, filled from a superb collection of 100 named varieties, carefully mixed.

Verbenas,—_Mammoth Flowering, For constant and profu- . sion of bloom, brilliancy and beauty of colors, and adaptabili- ty tob-dding and borders, the Verbena is without a rival. A packet of 50 seeds of the very finest varieties.

PLEASE NOTICE —Theabovwe Col'ections of 10 Varieties are now putupin seperate pack- ets and all enclosed in a large envelope, ready for mailing ; thercfore it is impossible for us to muke any changes in it, % No Cash Premiums or Discounts will be ailowed 1DEAL DIANTHUS. on the above Collection.

PANSLES. BOUQUET PrIUNIAS. MAM. VERBENA.

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Flower Seed Department.

Surprise Flower Seed Collection. ,

25 Topular Varieties of Flower Seeds for 25 Cents.

Nearty everybody possessing a home has a desire to have it as attractive restful in appearance as possible, and tomakeit so naturally turn to. owers and plants. Most buyers prefer to have as great an assortment of colors and forms in each variety as possible, and to meet this; demand we have prepared this collection; its equal as toverfety and qua/ity cannot be found in any other catalogue. We have made the selections with the great- est care, using orfly such varieties as are the easiest grown from seeds and require the least skill in their treatment.

A Whole Flower Garden for Only 25 Cents.

This collection contains only the most popular and desirable varieties, all of easy culture, and will bloom freely in any garden with littlecare. Don’t imagine the seed will be old and worthless; on the contrary, we guarantee. them to be fresh and reliable. We are making this offer for the sole purpose of introducing our seeds, and cannot afford tosend out poor seed, as it would injure instead of build up our trade. We have named it our “surprise Col- lection’? because everybody who receive; it will be surprised at the quantity of seeds it contains, and the wonderfully complete assortment and grea’ Variety of flowers it will produce. For full descriptions of these varieties se Pages 70 to 92, in Flower Seed Department.

NOTE.— These Collections are already put up (the 26 smatt packets in a large envelope) ready to mail to our customers; therefore we cannot, under any circumstances, make any changes, If special varieties ave wanted they can be ordered from the general list in the F.ower Seed Department.

Prize Asters. A grand assortment. Finest mixed............... 50 seeds Antirrhinum. (Snapdragon.) Choice mixed colors.............+e0+- 100 seeds Alyssum. (Sweet.) Fine for bedding. Honey fragrance............ 100 seeds Salsams Showyannuals. Finest double mixed.............-22-00- 25 seeds Bachelor’s Button. A handsome flower. Ali colors mixed....... 35 seeds Cacalia. Pretty tassel-like flowers. Best mixed.................2. 50 seeds Canterbury Bell. (Campanula.) Very popular. Fine mixed....100 seeds Candytuft.. Lovely for bouquets, etc. All colors mixed............ 75 seeds

Dianthus. (Chinese Pinks.) Beautiful fringed varieties mixed.... 50 seeds Foxglove. (Digitalis.) Very showy spikes. All colors mixed.....100 seeds

Gaillardias. Showy annvals. Finest double and single mixed.... 50 seeds farkspur. Pretty flowers on long spikes. Choicest mixed......... 75 seeds tobelia. Fine for borders. Bright blue flowers................-+-- 100 seeds Marigoid. Unsurpassed for brilliancy. Double mixed............ 50 seeds

Mignonette. Delightfully fragrant; fine for bouquets. Mixed....100 seeds Morning Glory. Very pretty climbers. Finest varieties mixed.. 40 seeds Pansies. Our popular “Excelsior” mixture. Strictly tirst-class.. 50 seeds

Petunias. Very brilliant. Finest single varieties mixed.......... 100 seeds Phiox Drummondii. bright and showy. Finest mixed........... 50 seeds Poppies. Extremely dazzling. Best varieties mixed.............. 50 seeds Portulaccas. Low-growing, brilliant. Double and single......... 100 seeds Sweet Pers. Unsurpassed mixture of 100 varietics:......-...-.--- 50 seeds Sweet Williams. Very popularannuals. Finest mixed.......... 50 seeds Verbena. Brilliant; alwaysin boom. All colors mixed........... 50 seeds Zisnias. Popular large flowered varieties; all colors mixed........ 50 seeds

It must be apparent to the reader, who dces not even know what the seeds cost, and the amount of labor required to put them up, and whoconsiders the wonderiul variety the collection contains, that there is very litue profit in this ccllecticn. We want your patronage and believe that if you will try this collection you will then beconstrained to become a permanent patron, and also influence your friends to order.

The 26 varieties, mixed colors in each packet, for only 26 cts.

There is nothing that adds so much to the appearance of the home as a nice FEES Iawn ; and in order to su} cessfully produce a new lawn very much depends on the kind and quality of the seed sown. There i is much seed.sow, for Lawn Grass that will never make a good lawn. Ovr ownexperience a number of years ago is anillustration.. W7 seeded down a large lawn with a mixture that was recommended as being first-class, and the result was very unsa} isfactory, as it contained Orchard Grass, English Plantain and other coarse growing grasses that were entirely unt! for the lawn. You cannot be too careful in selecting your Lawn Grass, aS you expect it to last for years and a mi

take once made is difficult to rectify. '

How te Grade and Prepare a ‘Lawn. eos ee

Grading is of course the first thing to be done. It is always desirable to have the ground slope away evenly fro! the house on all sides. If the house stands on a level lot, of good size, it will be necessary to haul in earth from son! other part of the premises, and you should be careful to bring in such as will produce a good growth of grass. Whe} the nature of the ground demands it, tile drains should be laid. and these should be carefully filled and packed dow! by slushing with water, to prevent settling, as that would spcil the evenness of your lawn. Remember that whe your lawn is finished you should have not less than five inches of good rich soil over the entire surface. Rich soilisa pos} tive necessity. If your soil does not seem rich enough, well rotted manure may be worked into it. Commercial fert: ) izers may also be worked into the soil. Before sowing, an even, smooth suriace must be obtained, and this can cnly 1) done by thorough pulverizing, with the harrow, hoe or rake. A1Jl old roots, stones, etc., must be -emoved. ‘The fin} and more mellow the soil is before planting, the more beautiful the lawn, ard you will be well repaid in after yea: | | for the labor put on at this time. An old iawn or poor places in a lawn may be easily corrected by digging up wit] spade or mattock until thoroughly mellow, and then sow seed, which will soon start and make a fine lawn. After sov} ing it is always best to mulch with very fine manure, to prevent drying out of the surface which will kill the tend} grass after germinating. As soon as the grass has grown 3 to 4 inches high it should be cut with the lawn mowe/! and about once a week thereafter. \|

Mixing Various Kinds of Lawn Grasses.

Tn mixing the various kinds of grasses, we use the standard formula as used in the large City Parks, where yea: | of practical experience has demonstrated the varieties that produce the best results. A single variety of grass ma:, under favorable conditions, produce a beautiful lawn. Some varieties thrive best in low, moist soil while others. C best on light soil; some will require bright sunshine, while others thrive best in the shade. ‘The great advantage i i)

using a carefully prepared mixture is that you are certain to have varieties that are suited to all conditions. ! i

QU ALIT ‘There is much difference in the grade or quality of the different varieties of grass seed, an}

* much of the seed sold is made up from the cheaper grades that are largely composed of chaf’ There is a strong temptation to do this, as there is a great difference in the price of the different grades. In prepa} ing our mixture we use only the highest grade of extra clean seed, which Is almost entirely free from chaff. For exan} ple, 14 pounds i is usually considered a bushel, whereas our ‘Ideal Seed’? weighs over 25 pounds to the measured bushe} This will give some idea as to the quality of our “Ideal Lawn Grass”? as compared’ with the ordinary grades. .} quart of our seed will produce about twice as much grass as the cheaper grades.

“Ideal” Lawn Grass. “Shady Nook” Mixture.

This popular Lawn Grass mixture is a careful blending |. Have you ever had trouble to produce a satisfactor

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of the best fine growing varieties carefully mixed, each va- | lawn in shady places, under trees, etc ’ riety in the proportion to produce the best results. Do ‘Shady Nook” Mixture. In this mixture we include vz! not compare this mixture with the ordinary grades as rieties that succeed best in shady, moist situations. Pric generally sold. It is positively the highest grade of Lawn | @uart 35 cents; 2 quarts 60 cents. - { Grass that it is possible to produce. It is absolutely pure Ou 4 D A quart of our Ideal |

grass seed free from chaff and tested as to germinating antity Reguire * or “Shady Nook” Law: power.. If you want a fine lawn, sow our “IDEAL’’ mix- | Grass will sow 300 to 400 square feet. A five pound ba’ ad seed. Price, quart 30 cents; 2 quarts 55 cents:5 quarts | 4000 to 5000 square feet. 25 pounds will sow 4% to 4% of a/ $1.25, postpaid. Price by express, not prepaid, 5 pound | acre. A smaller quantity may be used but the result’

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The “ TEMPLIN,” High Wheel, Ball Bearing Lawn Mower is made with as great accuracy as a bicycle, and i

ansurpassed in easy running and durability. It has four cutting blades, perfectly ground; best quality steel ball; |

sups and cones, perfectly dust-proof; adjustable throughout; elegantly finished in gold and silver paint. We Syar an | i ize them to be satisfactory; if not we will refund your money. Weconfidently recommend them to our patrons.

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HE fact that each year there are hundreds of new varieties offered, a few of which possess sterli i » balance only ordinary and often inferior to the standard old varieties, make the tees of testing fen ge ing not only rather expensive but difficult for the florist. This is especially true where there is an earnest eto grow and dissiminate only the very best. In this Department the Novelties will be found in their re- classes. Wecall special attention to our great novelty, BEGoNIA TEMPLINIT, (as shown on front cover The greatest novelty of the age; a plant of marvelous beauty. Also new Carnations, Choice Gladioli, Japan ew Ferns, Roses, &c. There are many new things in this department.

‘re A I 10 st Fo rty Years we have been engaged in growing plants for the mailing trade. We have

: during that time been carefully studying the art of packin lamts

il, until we have finally adopted a method by which we can send them safely to any postoffies in the United es. Each Season we forward thousands of packages to the most remote sections of the country, and with very

eptions they reach their destination in a fresh and growing condition. Hundreds of our patrons write, ex-

ng their Surprise at the splendid condition in which the plants are received.

2 ' Read Carefully Before Ordering Plants.

S a eilitton Wenow havea splendidly equip- | ‘ Bataan a ;

Facilities. ped greenhouse or plant depart- | Holding Early Order S+ Seeds “and om devoted exclusively to the growing of Plants for the | together, early in the season, can have the Seeds forward- il mail order trade. We have nineteen (19) large | ed at once (freezing won’t hurt them) and the Plant order nhouses, -with large potting rooms, cellars for cold | held until wanted. In all such cases we would urge you ge, and a thoroughly equipped packing department, | to plainly state on your order about the date you want oying many skilled employes. Our capacity is | plants forwarded.

,000 to 700,000 Plants, Bulbs, Vines, &c. each season. :

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DT1- ts b M ‘{ All plants, Bulbs &c. listed in Keep Orders Separate. Plants are handled ne ani yY Alls this catalogue, (except where | ™ Separate departments, under the supervision of differ- listed by express,) will be carefully packed and forwarded | ©™t foremen, and our order Sheets are made for each de- mail, postpaid, to any post-office in the United States. partment. This we do to simplify the handling of or-

nts forwarded by mail have all the soil remoyed from | ders. Therefore we urge you to keep the orders on their ‘oots and are then packed in damp moss, in which | TesPective sheets, but they may be sent in at the same > will carry nicely for several days. time as a combined order. It often oecurrs, early in the

2 spring, that combined Seed and Plant orders are recei- , me Many prefer to have plants nts by Express. sent by express, and we al-

ved, and the weather is too severe for plants to be for- , warded without danger of freezing. ln such cases we us- recommend it,especially when the order is large | ually send seeds at once and hold the plants until the the distance to ship is not too great—as wecan usu- | weather moderates. Therefore, if only a part of your or- ly peud larger plants, aoe the pend not ec ere | der is received, please wait a few days before writing us. n the roots, as it is when sent by mail. hey will ‘ aos tke te hi ally start to grow more readily. We do not prepay | About Pr 1ces. pe eer We ee oe = rn rges, but the size of the plants and condition in which | our prices as low as possible for Strictly High Grade y arereceived willoffset the charges, and we add lib-| goods. The fact that our goods went into-70,000 homes lly of extra plants to help pay charges. Seeds and | jast season seems to indicate that our prices are about nts may be sent together if desired. right and our goods satisfactory. The full worth of your

* = - All express compan- | 272) is the broad principle upon which we always build.

- ; We receive many thousands of or- teas at a reduced rate of 20 per cent. from the regular About Error Ss ders every season,~(last season rchandise rate. Wecan ship over the following com- | about 70,000) and the making of an occasional error in ies lines: WELLS Farco, ADAMS, AMERICAN and | filling orders is unavoidable. By our system of checking DUTHERN. Should you not have either of these lines | and rechecking errors are reduced to the minimum. ill our attention to it when ordering and we will add | Should they occur we always hold ourselves in readiness rally of extras to: help meet the slightly heavier | tocorrect them promptly. If you should fail to receive | charges. - et ae goods, after having made wird ike for distance x ies ee : : and minor delays, write us, but be suresfe give date of WV h en to Order: Plants. ee sending order, &c; this will help us to trace the delay. the best time to order plants.” Our answer would be, W it PI inl Wecannot toostrongly urge the just when you can best take care of them. We ship plants | rite a VY. necessity of writing plainly. You almost every day in thé year, except in mid-winter, when ; need not be so particular about the names of the articles it would be unsafe, because of freezing. However, the | wanted, as we are perfectly familiar with them and can reatest demand is during March, April and May. | understand your order even though not so well written. ere are times during March when it is unsafe toship | But your name and address, which may be entirely new mts because of freezing. We never like to risk sending | to us, we may not be able to get correctly, unless plainly hem out during extréme cold weather, and unless other- | written. The greatest cause of errors and delay is care- | wise ordered, we hold them until weather is favorable. lessness in writing name and address.

= ae: Haw to Care for Mail Order Plants.

is is a “*Mail Order” age. Not only are there hundreds of thousands of packages of general merchandise sent ough the mails annually, but there are also almost an equal number of packages of Seeds and Plants, which not hy years agoit was considered impossible to send safely by mail. The sending of Plants by mail has for many rs been our specialty, and we have reached such a degree of proficiency in packing that it is indeed very rare at they fail to reach their destination in fine growing. condition. Success with mail order plants depends largely the proper treatment when received. First, be very careful not to expose the fine roots to the sun and air when st received, as a few minutes such exposure will be fatal. Of necessity, most of the soil is taken from the roots, d to protect them from injury by drying out, the roots are packed indamp moss. If, when received, they should lightly wilted, place them in luke-warm water until they revive. If bright and fresh as will generally be the they may be potted atonce. This is thecritical part of the proceedings. Great care must be exercised when otting, to have the soil well worked in among the fine roots. Neglect here may mean failure. Afte% potting, water horoughily and place where they will be sheltered from the sun and wind. When bedded at once in the flower bed or en the greatest care should be taken to shade and protect for a few days. Thisis very important, as failures Will surely result from neglect along this line. Remove the shade or protection on a cloudy day if possible.

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PLANTS, VINES, BULBS, ETC. |

LL Plants and Bulbs listed in this catalogue (except otherwise stated) will be carefully packed and forwarde by mail, postpaid, at prices quoted. Larger plants however.can usually be forwarded by express at the san |} price, but we do not prepay the charges on express orders. Many prefer to pay the charges and have the sc |}

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Abutilon, or Flowering Maple. .

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very pretty and attractive free-growing, free-blooming, shrubby J

plants, excellent for outside bedding in the summer and window

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suitable for Geraniums and Fuchsias. Originally brought from Brazil, Abyssinia, New Granada.

Buff Globe. A very strong and robust grower having flowers of adelicate buff color which are produced in great profusion. ‘The flowers are larger and more open than most varieties of Abutilous making it very distinct and desirable. Price 10cts.

Eclipse. The beautiful weeping Abutilon; hence always inde- mand for baskets and vases. Flowers bright yellow with crimson throat, One of the finest variegated foliage plants, “being beautifully marked dark.green and yellow. Has quite a distinct trailing habit. 10 cents each. ©

Indian Chief ~A compact growing and very free flowering va- riety, that holds its flowers more upright than any other sort we have seen. . Color, beautiful soft pi.k changing to orange: in fact one of the prettiest colors known. Flowers well round- ed in shape and well open; a most beautiful variety. 10c each.

Souvenir de Bonn. ‘The lovely Silver Edged-Abutilon. This is the most attractive of all the Abutilons, having deep green, maple-shaped leaves, distinctly bordered with creamy white. Very free blooming; with bright orange flowers, veined crim-— son. Being very distinct it makes a fine deccrative plant. 10 cents each. :

Golden Bells. Appropriately named, as a well grown plant has the. appearance of being hung with an abundance of glitter- ing. golden yeilow bells. Very large and fineform ‘The bes yellow Abutilon ever introduced. 15 cents each i

Snow: Storm. A large flowered pure white variety showy and attractive. Foliage brightest green, mak- ing a perfect background for its pure white flowers: A very constant bloomer. Always scarce. 15 cts each:

Grand New Abutilon. | Scarlet Gem. This new Abutilon is of dwarf, robust habit! producing very large bell shaped flowers of perfect form Color, brilliant firey scarlet, blooms throughout the entire

summer. A well grown plant will always attract atten’ tion. 20 cents each. :

AZALEA MOLLIS.

_ These are magnificent decorative plants, and are becom- ing more popular each year. Pen cannot describe the rare beauty of a well grown specimen. Among the rarest and choicest of hardy garden flowers. Great masses of bloom! are produced almost completely covering the plant before the leaves appear. ‘The flowers are often larger than the hot-house Azaleas, and more brilliant and fiery in colors. The prevailing colors are scarlet, oran ge, yellow, pink, etc. They are natives of Japan, the home of many floral won- ders, and are one of the most beautiful flowering shrubs; that is hardy everywhere. Just what you need for your) front yard. Nice strong plants, by mail, postpaid, 30 cents each; 4 for $1.00. Extra large specimens, by express, (to large to mail,) 50 cents each: 5 for $2.00. ‘

Ammomum, Cardamon Plant. |

% A pretty foliaged plant, resembling a miniature Canna, K oliage delightfully fragrant. Sure to please. 10 cts each,

A ll h if maryllis Johnsonit. “The Bardadoes Spice Lilly.” The old favurite, and almost too well known t& need de! scription. Probably the most magnificent and gorgeous | flowering bulbous plant know. ‘The bulbs are very large and produce, with great certainty, strong spikes from 18 | te 36 inches high, each spike bearing from 4 to 8 enormous trumpet-shaped flowers, averaging 6 to10 inches across, of rich and glowing scarlet, intensified by a contrasting white stripe through the centre of each petal. The immense flowers richness of coloring and regal habit are simply in- comparable. For pot culture in the window or conservatory for wimter blooming they are admirably adapted, and when | im*hloom neo flower cam approach their beauty. A single .. stromg: bulb will often threw up 2 te 3spikes of flowers at 2 _.time..._Price. strong blooming bulbs 25 cents each: extras

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BELLADONNA LILY.

An autumn blooming Variety of great beauty and exquisite fragrance of flowers. The flower spikes grow from two to three feet high, each carrying from six to twelve beautiful silvery white flowers, delicately flushed and tipped with rose. Price, strong bulbs, 25 cents each: extra Strong bulbs, 50 cents each, postpaid.

Amaryllis Equestris.

KNIGHT’S STAR LILY.

This may, with perfect justice, be termed the most showy and noble member of the Amaryllis family. It is very much like the Amaryllis Johnsonii in habit of growth, and requires the same treatment. They are remarkable for the gorgeous beauty of their flowers, which are large, lily-like in form, with broad, open petals of a soft salmon-scarlet color, beautifully marked in the centre with white bars radiating from a large white throat. We have a very fine stock which we are offering at a price that should secure for them a place in every collection. Price 20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents; postpaid.

Antigonon Leptopus.

Mountain Rose, One of the handsomest summer blooming climb- ers; blooms freely in the open, preferring sunny and hot places. Protect roots in winter, or plant deep. Native of Mexico, 15 cts,

Beautiful Acalyphas.

This beautiful class of ornamental foliage plants does not re- ceive the attention it deserves. It is of the easiest culture, suc- ceeding either as a pot plant or bedded in the open ground. In brilliancy of colors it rivals the most beautiful Coleus.

Bicolor Compacta. Surpasses the finest Coleus or Rex Begonia in the beautiful coloring of the leaves, which area bright green margined with a wide irregular band of lemon-yellow and witb yellow bars running lengthwi-e of the leaf and dotted thickly with yellow blotches, _ Entirely distinct from all other Acaly- phas. Very pleasing and at- tractive. Price 20 cents.

Marginata. Pretty, large metal- lic foliage, distinctly margined with red. Very desirable and showy. Price 10 cents.

Macafeana. Very large foliage, frequently attaining eight to ten inches in diameter, and in color rivaling the most brilliant Cole- us. Very desirable in every re- spect. Price 10 cents.

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_rincess Pauline. A fine new variety of dwarf habit; distinct in color. _ Centre of flowers white, surrounded with a ray of sky-blue stamens. t! Quite distinct. 8 cents; 12 for 60 cts. stella Gurney. The best dwarf, dark blue variety. Unsurpassed for bor- ders, also valuable as a pot plant. (| Very fine. 6 cents; 12 for 50 cents. ‘Louis Bonnett; A fine new variety, of dwarf, compact habit. -Covered = | throughout the entire summer with ===

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| pure white flowers. 8 cents each; 60 Godsiffiana. A grand new varie- | cents per dozen, postpaid. By ex- = ty: » Foliage dart, iebt oven | Press, 50 cents per dozen. broadly margined with creamy | ‘ NEW AGERATUM.- white, occasionally marked with Alternant eras. : ‘ed. Price 15 cents each.

Pretty, low-growing,.bright coral foliage plants, largely used in the parks and public grounds for carpet bedding, borders, or Tibbon lines, and for use in the formation of figures. Two Varieties—red and yellow. Price 5 cents each: 50 cents per doz- en, postpaid. By express, 50 for $1.60; 100 for $3.00.

Achyranthes.

“For beautiful foriage these plants rival the Coleus and are much less liable to burn. Do well in all exposed or dry, sandy Places, and arenot cut down as quickly by frosts. Do not fail to havea bed of Achyranthes, or use as a border to Geraniums, Salvias, etc. We offer two beautiful red varieties. * 8c each; ‘5c per doz., postpaid. By express, 60c per doz.; $3.50 per 100.

* Allamanda Williamsii.

“Allamandas were first introduced from Brazil, about 1846. variety is supposed to bea hybrid, and is a plant of rather

d » compact, handsome form, admirably adapted to grow as a Specimen plant in a pot. It is a wonderfully free bloomer, producing single golden-yellow flowers at the tip of each branch; : ers two to four inches in diameter and quite fragrant. oms continually, summer and winter. This is a plant that ys-attracts attention and is worthy of a place in every on. Of very exsy culture’ Strong plants 15 cents each. ALLAMANDA WILLYAMS”

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Asparagus Sprengerit. EMERALD FEATHER.

A wmost desirable new species, especially useful to grow as a pot plant for decorative purposes, or for planting in suspended baskets. ‘The fronds are frequently four feet long, and of the most graceful drooping habit. Fine for cutting, for bouquets, etc., retaining its freshness a long time after being cut. An excellent house plant, withstanding the dry atmosphere to a remarkable degree. We offer fine, strong 2% inch pot plants that will be sure to give satisfaction; price, 10 centseach; 3 for 25cents. 3 inch pot plants 25 cents; 3 for 65 cents, postpaid. Large plants by express, for immediate effect, from 4, 5 and 6 inch pots, 50 cents, 75 cents and $1.00 each, according to size,

Asparagus Plumosus. LACE FERN.

A. pretty variety, introduced from S. Africa. It is a plant for all places and all purposes. - It is a magnificent decorative pot plant; its bright green, gracefully arched, extremely fine and delicate plume-like foliage calls forth Se words of praise and admi-

—— ration from all who See it. {}] The fronds.or pene grow . from 12 to 20 inches in g s width, and when cut retain ee ee eee their shape and color for weeks. It has toa great extent taken the place of Smilax for decorative purposes and cut flower work, its foliage being the finest of any plant in general cultivation. Itis impossible to describe its delicacy, grace and beauty. Fine 2 inch pot plants, 10 cts.; strong 3 inch pot plants, 25c.; larger plants, 50c.

Achania Malvaviscus. -

This is one of the most satisfactory house plants grown. Native of tropical America and Mexico. It is not subject to insects of any kind, will stand a low temperature in winter, and blooms. both win- ter and summer. The flowers, which are of the brightest scarlet color, remain a long time in perfect condition. Will grow and bloom finely in rich fibrous loam, in a good light. Price 10 cents.

Aloysia. LEMON VERBENA.

A well known plant, highly prized for the de- ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS. lightful fragrance of its

foliage. Itis a universal favorite of the easiest culture. The leaves, when - dried, retain their fragrance. Fine for in handkerchief boxes, etc. 8 cents,

Araucaria Excelsa. “pao

Also Sometimes called the Christmas Tree Palm and Star Palm, but no descriptive name can give any idea ofits true beauty, The Araucariais the most elegant and symmetrical evergreen in cultivation, and for this reason is very popular as an ornamental plant for homedecoration. Its nicely balanced growth, deep green, finely-cut, fern-like foliage, giveita grace:and beauty of appearance unequaled in the plant kingdom. Itis particularly popular at Christmas time, and is then sold in great quanti- ties. If used as a house plant it thrives best in a cool room, where the tem- perature is not over 60 degrees at night, and should be placed near the

light. It does well in any good fibrous soil and should be shifted about once a year (in the spring) into larger pots. We have an ex- : : tra large and fine stock ‘ ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. that we imported from Europe. Must be sent by express; too large to mail. Nice strong plants 8 to 10 inches, $1.00; 12 to 15 inches, $1.25; 15 to 18 inches, $1.75.

Agapanthus Umbbellatus.

The Blue Lily of the Nile.

A beautiful decorative plant for growing i1 a large pot or tub, producing large umbels of bright blue lily-like flowers. Foliage luxuriant and graceful. The flower stalks frequently attain a height of three feet, the flowers opening in succession for a long period during the summer and autumn. Of easy culture. 20 cts.

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Lovely, half-hardy plants, ‘They freely produce large, hand- Wy some, clear rose-colored, lily-like flowers. For garden culture * plant bulbsin the spring; with slight protection will remain for AGAPANTHUS UMBELLATUS years. For pot culture plant 3 or 4 in 6-inch pot. 10 cts; 3 for 25¢.

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CHOICE FLOWERING BEGONIAS.

Flowering Begonias constitute one of the most interest ing classes of plants for house culture and winter bloom- ing. The great beauty and variety of their foliage, brilliant colors and free blooming qualittes, all combine to make them one of the most popular and desirable classes of plants. They are of the easiest cul¢ure, and any rich soil, if given plenty of water, will insure success. As pot plants for the window and conservatory, for both winter and summer blooming, they have few equals. While they do wellin any good rich soil, they will give best results if planted in a light soil with plenty of leaf mold, and during winter should have a warm sunny window.

‘ While our list of varieties is not so exhaustive as some. it will be found to contain the best varieties grown.

Alba Perfecta Grandiflora.

We doubt if there is a white-flowered’ variety that equals it. The foliage resembles Rubra in shape, but it is lighter green, while the flower panicles are much hand- somer. It is a pure white flowering Begonia of much merit. Sometimes called ‘White Rubra.*’ 10 cents each.

Argentea Guttata.

A very handsome variety, foliage oblong in form, purp- lish bronze in color, handsomely marked with silvery gray spots and dashes. The flowers are borne in large clusters, and of pure waxey whiteness. It is an excellent plant for winter blooming, being of the easiest possible culture, and always attracts attention. The best of the shrubby spotted leaved class. Strong 2 inch pot plants 15 cents each.

Compta, Angel Wing.

Bright green, long wing-shaped leaves with silvery white veins; un- der surface bright crimson. A very pretty and desirable variety. 15cts.

Diadem.

A distinct and very beautiful va- riety. Leaves large, deeply serrated, delicate green, profusely ‘blotched with silvery white spots. A strong upright grower. This is indeed one of the most beautiful varieties that we have had the pleasure to offer our customers. Splendid for house cul- ture. Strong plants 25 cents each.

Sandersonii. ,¢oBsh

A grand old variety, always pro ducing an abundance of coral red flowers. Foliage glossy green. A fine winter bloomer. 10 cents each.

aRGENETA GUTTATA. M. De Lesseps.

A decided improvement on Argentea Guttatta, the leaf being four times the size seen-in that variety, while the silky texture is the same, and is beau- tifully spotted with silver. A very strong free growing variety. that will succeed with any ordinary care, grow- ing rapidly and sending out quantities of beautiful white and pink flowers. 15 cents each.

Metallica.

Triangular, lustrous metallica green foliage, with darker veins and shad- ings. Clusters of remarkably pretty. mossy plush-like, delicate pink flowers.

’ This is unquestionably one of the most desirable Begonias in cultivation. 20

cents each. Nitada Alba.

This is one of the most showy Begonias we grow. It has beautiful glossy bright green foliage, and is of dwarf and com- pact habit of growth. It produces large panicles of pure white flowers on stiff upright stems. A splendid bloomer: and highly recommended. 15 cents each.

President Carnot.

A grand, new, French variety, of remarkably strong, ro- bust, upright habit. Foliage very large: upper side deep bronzy green, with very delicate silvery spots: under side pur- plish red. Flowers produced in large pendant panicles; color beau- tiful light coral red. Remarkably pretty and very desirable.

25 cents each. ‘ Rubra.

One of the most popular Begonias in cultivation. lts large. glos- sy green, shield-like foliage, combined with its free flowering habit, makes it one of the very best plants for house or conservatory deco- tation. The flowers are bright coral rose and produced in the greatest profusion. 15 cents each.

. Thurstonit.

A be2utiful stately plant with remarkably handsome, glossy foli- age. The under side of the leaves is a rich, purplish red: the vein- ings very prominent, while the face; or upper side is a bronzy green, shaded with crimson and olive, with a peculiar glossy metalic luster over all. Flowers beautiful shell pink. This is one of the best va- rieties on our list: 20 cents each.

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_ TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS.

_Probably no class of plants is attracting more atten- tion than Tuberous Rooted Begonias. They have long } been considered one of the most valuable classes of flowers © in Europe, but it is only recently becoming known that } they can be successfully grown here. -They are cr the easiest culture, and may be grown in potsor bedded in the open ground. We know of nothing that excels a well | grown specimen of Tuberous Begonia in a pot; water freely and keep in a partially shaded situation where the wind _ will not strike them, and you will certainly be pleased.

-When grown in the open ground, select a moist, par- | tially shaded situation, like the north side of a fence or building. In color they embrace all shades, from pure white to dark crimson; also yellow, orange, salmon, etc. ‘The flowers are of enormous Size, sometimes 5 to 6 inches in diameter. One great advantage in this class is the s ease with which they are kept over winter; the tops will

die down in the fall, when they should be taken up, dried and stored ina dry, warm place where they will not freeze. We import the véry best quality of large blooming bulbs. -

For early flowering start the tubers in February or March, either in small pots or shallow boxes. The soil may be composed of loam, sharp sand, and leaf-mold: the temperature should-be about.60 to 65 degrees. Tubers are preferred if early-flowering plants are desired. They bloom more abundantly in the early part of the season, as they have the strength of the already formed tubers.

If there is nothing else in this catalogue that you want, you ought to try a set of these beautiful Begonias.

Though they grow fairly well un- der trees, the north side of a build- ing is to be preferred, but they

DOUBLE TUBEROUS BEGONIA.

Rex Begonias.

This is a type of large leaved Begonias, and are the most ornamental of the _ species. They are grown exclusively for the rich and varied markings and remarkable beauty of their foliage, some of which are truly marvelous.

In no other classof plants are the rich metallic shades of var- ious colors found so satisfactor- ily blended as in the Rex Be- gonias, while the form and size of the leaves are of the great- est variety. Some varieties show bright green, pure silver, bronze and velvety green, while others have a distinct band or zone of bright, rosy plum color, and others a zone of light, dull red.

Rex Begonia culture is sim- ple. ‘The soil should be a mix- ture of loam, woodsearth, sharp sand, and well-rotted cow ma- nure, it must be light and por- ous. They dislike bright sun- shine and a d.y atmosphere, hence are most satisfactory when grown in a moist,—though not wet—rather shady sit- uation during the hot summer months.

They are much used for pot culture and wardian cases. We know of no other plant that offers more pleasure and satisfaction when grown under favorable conditions.

Our stock of Rex consists of about ten of the most beauti- ful varieties in cultivation, including some of the choicest new sorts. We know of no establishment offering a better collection of Rex Begonias. When we receive an order for two or more Rex, we always send the most distinct varities, and never send two just alike, unless so ordered.

Price, strong, two-inch pot plants, 20 cents each: 3 choice distinct varieties for 50 cents; 6 choice distinct variet’es for 90 cents, by mail, postpaid.

BEGONIA SPACULATA.

This is quite a novelty in the Rex type. Tlie leaves are -in the form ofa grape leaf. Color, bright green, witha background or shading of chocolate; veins of a light pea green, the whole leaf finely spotted with silver, and hairy on both sides. ‘The flowers are magnificent, the particles, composed of great numbers of pink. blooms, are lifted high and spray-like above the foliage. 2-inch pot plants, 20 cents; 3inch, 30 cents.

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vention at St. Louis during August, by the “Templinii” Begonia. See outside of cover for colored illustration.

SINGLE TUBEROUS BEGONIA.

must not be crowded; plant say ten to fifteen inches apart each way. Plenty of light, with moist- ure at theroots, and a mulching with half-rotten leaves in hot wea- ther, will greatly benefit the Plants. Water, when necessary, under the leaves.

The tubers should be lifted after the first light frost and stored away in a dry cellar where they will not freeze. :

SINGLE VARIETIES we offer in the following seven colors: Rose, Red, Scarlet, Crimson, Yellow, Or- ange and White. Price, 10 cents each; 7 bulbs. one of each color, 60 cents; $1.00 per d » by mail, postpaid.

DOUBLE VARIETIES we of- fer in the following four distinct colors: Pink, Red, Yellow and White. Price, 15 cents each; 4 bulbs, one of each color, for 50 cts., postpaid.

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CALLA ETHIOPICA.

Caladium.

Elephant Ears, For obtaining tropical effect in lawn and garden planting, this [/_” ‘beautiful plant takes a prominent place. RB | Grows well in any garden soil, but should have plenty of water and good, rich soil to obtain the best results. When atits best, stands 6 to7 feet high, with bright green leaves 3 to 4 feet long and 2% feet wide. Mam- moth bulbs 40 cents each: $4.00 per dozen. First size 25 cents each: $2.15 perdozen. Sec- ond size 12 cts, each; $1.00 per dozen. Third size 8cents each; 75cents per dozen; by mail, postpaid. By express (not paid): Mammoth bulbs $3.75 per dozen: 25 for $6.50; 50 for $12.00. }> First size $1.25 per dozen; 25 for $2.00. Second | size 90 cents per dozen: 25 for $1.50. Third

~ Calla Ethiopica.

Pitcher Lily. This is a well known plant of very easy culture. Cape of Good Hope.

needing little care beyond abundant water and an occasional syringing of the leaves to keep them free from dust. Calla will grow and bloom during the entire Season without resting, if sufficiently fed, by being repotted, yet it is more m Satisfactory todry it off partially,say from June to October by placing the pot on its side in some cool, partially Zam shaded place. will flower more abundantly and pro- duce fewer leaves and consequently more flowers than pot By mail, strong 3 inch plants, only 20 cents; strong 4 inch pot plant 25 cts: cents each: 3 for $1.00.

tuberous roots and white spotted foliage. violet throat. winter and started in April. that will be a source of great satisfaction

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CAMELLIA JAPONICA,

3 for- 50 cents. By express,

5 for $1.00; extra large plants, 40

Dwart Spotted Calla.

most beautiful dwarf growing specimen .of the Calla, havin® Pure white flowers with The bulbs should be kept in a warm, dry place durin& A very ornamental pot plant and one to all who grow them. Strong dormant bulbs, 15 cents; 2 for 25 cents.

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This is the famous ““Ja- |} ponica’’ of the South and unquestionably one of the most beautiful flowers grown. Evergreen, glossy green leaves and perfect- ly double, waxy flowers 2 inches or more in diame- ter. Requires a cool. sha- dy place during the hot summer months. Blooms in late winter and early spring. We offer only the pure waxy white variety. Nice plants, well branch- ed, about 2 feet high, 75c. Must be sent by express.

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at the head of all bulbs for house culture. It is exceedingly rare. The flowers are star-shaped and borne in enormous clusters. The color is distinct and strikingly rich, a dark blue with golden-yellow anthers. Its delicious fragrance is not unlike the Sweet Alyssum. 15 cents each; 4for 50 cts.

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Egyptian Umbrella Plant. Ay splendid plant of the Rush family, |f throwing up stems about two feet high, surmounted with a whorl of leaves, iike an umbrella. An ex-f) cellent pot plant, also desirable for the. aquarium. Fine for centre of wases and hanging baskets. Of easy culture. 10cents each.

’ 7 a Cinnamon Vine.

A remarkably rapid climbing ~ yine, with glossy green foliage and clusters of delicate white, cinna- mon-fragrant flowers. _ Perfectly hardy everywhere, the vines dying down tothe ground each autumn, - but growing very rapidly in early spring, Soon covering any trellis or | arbor. Where you wish to hide

unsightly places we would suggest planting the Cinnamon Vine. “Price, strong one-year-old tubers = 40cts. each; 3 for 25cts.; 7 for 0c

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DWARF FRENCH CANNAS.

The improvement made in Cannas during the last few years, in size of flowers and variety of colors, of flowers and } foliage, places them easily in advance of all other plants for bedding purposes: even surpassing Geraniums in their } gorgeous display of brilliant colors. They are now America’s most popular bedding plant. ‘The culture of Cannas is very simple and easy. They demand a warm, friable, rich and moist soil. They are natives of Tropical Amer- } ica, therefore are easily injured by frost and should not be planted out until the weather is thoroughly settled. Set } the plants not more than one foot apart cach way when bedding. - Given the same soiland treatment a3 Indian } corn, and they will give excellent results. ‘The flowers should be picked as soon as they wilt. ‘The list of varieties } we offer—while not so extensive aS some—contains the very best new and old varieties in cultivation. The prices } quoted are for started plants,—not domant roof$—sent postpaid unless otherwise stated. ‘ If ordered by express; we can always send larger and stronger plants at the same price. ~ S i

if D This is a superb 6) A grand Canna. Color, } respect, and is one of the vivid scarlet, bordered with a edged bright canary yellow. Flowers are very large } narrow band of the deepest golden yellow, the yellow with broad, well formed petals borne in immense heads } border intensifying the brilliancy of the scarlet. Itis well above the foliage. Foliage very large and deep an ence free pom aoe Beas oe ae green in color. 3%4 feet high. 15cents each. very large. t grows about eet high. ose who : ae

wish to have the eee should certainly have this Mad. Crozy. ale a ae ge ee ee

variety. 20 cents each. son scarlet, with a narrow golden yellow margin. A R r A grand pink variety. Rich shade remarkably free bloomer. Should be included in every

osemawr. of sol rosy pink, slightly dappled collection. 34 feet high. 15 cents each. with deep rose. One of the freest blooming cannas that 4 : oe we have, either inside or out. Flowers are very large Mille. Berat A beautiful Canna, Entirely dis- 7 * tinct in color, which is a soft rosy

and of good shape, with broad, well rounded petals, fre- : i

: ee carmine. Flowers of large-size and fine form. Of strong, quently two inches across and uncommonly thick and vigorous Exowth.. Always attracts attention — 450 fect of good substance, and the trusses are enormous. Of hich De eee aan Mieheas & Seog igs acd

dwarf habit, averaging about eee feetin height. A ene S : a

wonderfully fine acquisition; no up-to-date collection is eautiful crimson maroon:

complete without it. It occupies the front rank among Duke of Mar Ibor O. the Jargest Canna grown.

cannas of any color. 20 cents each. S ee erect grower, wick fine metalic gteen foliage.

‘ Gic of the amp] howard ne of the most attractive Cannas in our entire collec- Crimson Bedder. longest lasting flower of any. tion. 15 cents each. ; fe

Canna we grow. Brightest imaginable shade of crim- The standard of excel- |

son scarlet. Plant is very compact in growth, throwing Charles Hender Son. lence in crimson Cannas. |

up straight flower spikes with well shaped trusses of Dark green soliage; flowers freely produced in large | bloom. Flowers remain in perfect condition fora long-| clusters; color, brilliant crimson scarlet. One of the er period than ordinary varieties, aes ew ra the best of all the red varieties for bedding. 15 cents. -

most valuable for planting in masses where bright red : : rier

color only is desired. 20 cents each. F lorence Vaughan. eee ae Al: honse Bouvier One of the best in cultiva- lar of all the yellows. Flowers of good size, with thick,

‘e * tion. On good soilit grows over-lapping, nicely rounded petals; color, golden yellow -

about five feet high, producing numerous panicles of with bright red spots. A strong, Vigorous grower. 4

deep crimson flowers; foliage dark green. 15 cents. feet high. 15 cents each.

The set of 10 strong pot-grown plants for-only $1.50, postpaid. By express, not prepaid for only $1.25.

NOTE:—We offer the complete set of Cannas at the price quoted, on condition that if our stock of any varieties becomes exhausted, we reserve the right to send another variety, nearest like the one ordered. ;

Choice Mixed Seedling Cannas

A very fine bed of Cannas can be grown from our seedling varieties, which will produce fine foliage and flowers in almost endless shades and colors. We offer nice strong two-inch pot plants grown from seed of Mad. Crozy and other dwarf varieties. All new kinds come from seed. Price, 6cents each. 60 cents per dozen postpaid. By express 50 cents per dozen; 2 dozen 90 cents; 4 dozen $1.75.

“Ca dinal’’ is the name of a grand new Strawberry to which we cannot refrain from calling your attention. r ; -e on this page that is devoted to flowers. Itis knownand very highly praised, at many of the different state experiment stations, but was never before offered to the public. We have purchased the originator’s entire stock, at great expense. Horticultural experts say “Jt is the best general purpose strawberry ever produced. They combine fine color, firmness, productiveness, high quality, size of fruit, and anideal, healthy plant. We have © only a limited quantity of plants to offer, and can sell only a few to each patron, but they will multiply very rapidly. ~ See insert between bages 64 and 65 for a full and complete description. : . aioe ; Are: te

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Italian Cannas.

Sx “78 * A distinct race of Cannas. Taller and more robust in habit é my & ; Nps ~ mie. Feuer ¥ of growth than thé French dwarf varieties. ‘The flowers are of , & os immense size, often five to six inches across.

, Golden yellow with faint markings on one petal: Austria. blooms very freely on straight, tall flower stalks The plant is a remarkable strong grower: a small plant set out in the spring will make a monster clump six feet high by midsummer, and will be surmounted by its beautiful lily-like bloom until frost. 15 cents each: 4 for 59 cents.

Italia Another grand variety. Flowers of immense size,

* somewhat larger than Austria: color, bright golden

yellow, with large, irregular orange scarlet blotch in the

centre of each petal. A remarkably strong grower, attaining

5 to 6 feetin height. A dozen Austrians or Italias surrounded

by Mad. Crozy or Charles Henderson makes a beautiful bed. 20 cents each 3 for 50 cents.

‘ A erz2 sector : <a us oe Pennsylvania. grand new Canna of the “Orchid

Flowering”? type. It is really the only pure deep scarlet in this class of Cannas. The flowers are im- mense in size, often measuring six inches and over across. with single petals 2 to2& inches wide. Plant grows 5 to 6 feet high, withits bloom well above the handsome bright green foliage. Its brilliant coloring, free blooming habit, and vigor- ous growth placeit in the front rank of all “Orchid-Flower- = ing’? Cannas. 20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents.

= Mirs. Kate Gray. Immense flower five to six inches

across. By many considered to be the finest flowering Canna. Size and style of Austria and Italia. Immense Musa-like leaves, and large clusters of enormous bloom with 4inch petals. Color, dark orange flamed scarlet, ora dark flame color. Most of the flowers have five petals, giving them a fine double appearance. Very rich and brilliant. Should be in every collection. 20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents.

s This splendid Canna should be in every collection Allemania. as itis of strong upright growth, bearing immense blossoms. ‘The inside of bloom being scarlet and dark red, while the outside petals are scarlet, witha very broad golden yellow border. 20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents.

The above set of five Orchid-Flowered Cannas by mail, ITALIA CANNA. postpaid, for 85 cents. By express, not prepaid, for 65 cents.

Ornamental Foliage Cannas.

} True) Awarded certificate of == Ps z . Black Beauty. Sas at the Pan-American Ex- ss position. This is undoubtedly the finest dark leaved Canna in existence. ‘The broad tropical foliage is of the deepest crimson bronze, the young growth being fully as well colored as that of the finest Dracenas. It isa splendid hardy grower, reaching 5 t) 6 feet in height in rich soils. ‘This is the finest of all Cannas for centre of beds or for any position where a tall dark foliage plant is required. If surrounded bya brilliant flowering va- riety the effect is strikingly beautiful. 25 cents each; 3 for 65 cents. Probably the largest growing Canna in Robusta. elevation. If planted in rich, deep soil they will attain seven to nine feet in height. Foliage very large and broad; color, rich metalic bronze green. Certainly the best Canna wherea tropical effect is de- & sired. The accompanying illustration is from a photo- | graph of a bed of Robusta Cannas, bordered with small Caladium Esculentums. 10cents each; dozen $1.00.

: One of the most popular dark leaved va- BEA Egandale. rieties. Foliage dark sae re of rem .

abit of growth... Flowers bright cherry red, in cet fe trusses. Height about 4% feet. The finest bedding Canna of its color, because of its harmony of leaf and flower. We think very highly of jt, andit will undoubtedly prove very valuable as a decorative Canna. No variety compares with it in any way for a constant, continuous display. ‘The flowers, which area bright cherry red, have great substance, and last for an unu- sually long time. An exceedingly free bloomer, and a valuable sort. 20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents: postpaid.

CEREUS GRANDIFLORA. CRAB CACTUS.

Nicht Blooming Cactus. A epee or ellesBne eo 7 Bete ci Seneca oe : = hed ow meet = it} ranches, ery inter- e e s. v iz : ‘ rs

te eed ricworn larcectrapcaak: sae white | great profusion, make them worthy of a a in every céol-

bell-shaped. Begin toopen in theevening, fully expand- | lection. They are native of Brae where t A are gener

ed by midnight, and close in the morning, but during | ally found upon the jae eae A. — ae Seed

‘their continuance there is no flower more attractive. Na-| adapted to cactus is a very rous loam. D

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ble fringed, beautiful pink flowers in great abundance. Sure to please. Price 10 cents.

‘ A fine new Carnation that we like

Ruby King, oe ice me habit, an

early and free bloomer. Color, crisp, glowing cardinal. In color unlike all other reds. Price 10 cents.

Chica O A pure light scariet; flowers very full and

g * perfect shape. One of the best reds culti- vated because it begins to bloom early and gives good supply of flowers steadily throughout the season; stems long and stiff. Price 10 cents.

W : This variety still holds the place as mm. Scott. the most popular and profitable pink Carnation. Of excellent healthy habit and a remark- 2bly free bloomer. A variety chat we can recommend as being one of the most~“free flowering sorts. It isa beautiful shade of soft pink; a good sized flower, strong, vigorous grower, and styled ‘“‘a money-maker’’> by

florists, because good salable flowers may always be cut from it. Price 10 cents. :

W y This beautiful variety is remark- hite Clou * able for its extremely vigorous growth; fldwers very large, perfect in shape and purest white. Itideed for size and freedom of bloom, purity of color, immaculate sweetness and delicacy of fragrance,

and vigorous growth, this variety has no equal. The inest white grown. Price 10 cents.

THE ENTIRE SET OF 10 SELECTED CARNATIONS 75 cts., BY MAIL POSTPAID.

4 ; On pages 60 and 61 we are offering 20 Choice Varieties of Fruit, at the phenominally Choice Fruit Trees. low price of $2.50: an average of 124 cents each. |The tree agent would charge yon | cents to $1.00 each, for the same varieties. The trees we offer are all very thrifty and well rooted, 3 to 4 feet high;

-inchin diameter. As fine trees as you ever saw for their size. and will be more sure to grow and give satisfaction than larger trees. Judeed, they are just what the orchardist plants. We trim them back ready to plant, and pack | them so they will reach you in excellent condition. Lwery vartety is a gem tm tts class ees |

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HE Carnation is the sweetest and most beautiful flower (except perhaps the Rose)! in cultivation. ‘Too much cannot be said to induce people to plant them. The

flowers are fragrant and are bornein the greatest profusion. ‘Their delicately) rich fragrance in connection with the brilliant colors and good outline of flowers,

‘The ever blooming varieties are admirably adapted for

Carnations should be planted in the open ground early’

Eldorado A beautiful and popular variety. En-!

* tirely distinct in color. Flowers produced | on long slender stems; color, clear-canary yellow, dis- tinctly edged and penciled with bright carmine; flowers double, beautifully fringed and are very fragrant. Very desirable. Price, 15 cents. aon

A fine new pink Carnation that

Ethel Crocker. makes friends wherever it goes. Last year, in the hands of prominent growers, it proved | ‘itself one of the greatest flower producers among all the | pink varieties. Flowers very large, often 3 inches in di- | ameter. Color, lear, brilliant pink: nicely fringed and J very fragrant. Price 10 cents $4

- One of the largest pure white Carna- § F lora Hill. tions to date. Of remarkably vigorous habit, forming large clumps, and producing its large

double fragrant whit “:wersoniong stems. This var- iety will always give Satisfaction. Price 10 cents.

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Gov. Roosevelt. velvety crimsons. Perfect in

form, on stiff, straight stems, as free as a Scotch pink.

Wherever a dark crimson is required, this variety will

be found invaluable. ‘The form is perfect and it is of good average size. Price 15 cents.

s A popular scarlet Carnation that | Richmon * makes friends wherever grown. Of | vigorous habit: flowers of large size. Perfectly double, |

and bright glowing scarlet. A desirable variety in every respect. Quite distinct in color. Price 10 cents. |

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New Carnations OUR “IDEAL” NOVELTY SET. There are many new Carnations offered every year. For the convenience of those who are not acquainted with the, different varieties, we have selected what we consider the best five new varieties grown. They are all early and continuous bloomers

and embrace all the distinct leading colors. They will be sure to give you satisfaction.

Enchantress, The Queen of Carnations.

- This is truly a gueen among Carnations on account of its immense size, mag- nificent color, fine strong stem, and early, free and continuous blooming habit. The color isa beautiful shade of light silvery pink, deepening toward thecentre. The flower is enormous—three and a half to four inchesin diameter. It does not burst the calyx atany season. It is an ideal grower, very healthy and of vigorous constitu- tion. Price, 25 cents each.

b> Color, clear Wirs. Geo. IV. Bradt. white, heavily edged and striped with bright scarlet, giving it» a very bright and cheerful appearance. Flow- ers large and full, with centre petals standing erect, giving the bloom a well-rounded form. Habit strong and vigorous. This variety is now in its fourth year, and has proven the most even and constant bloomer from early to late. Re- ceived gold medal at Atlanta. Price, 20 cents each.

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- Probably the most free-blooming Carnation in

ueenl Louise. existence. Flowers of good size, reaching 2% to 3inches in diameter under good cultivation. Purest white, produced evenly all through the blooming season. ‘This should prove a fine va- m\ i riety for the amateur grower, either for the garden or pot plant in the

f XY Wa house; has shown a continuous display of bloom wherever tried. 20cts.

: A brilliant shade of deep cerise Mrs. Theodore Roosevelt. A britiant shade of deep _cerisé tinge at thecentre. The color is so brilliant that it is taken for scarlet “under electric light. It is admitted by all Carnation specialists that the flower of Mrs. Roosevelt is as near perfect in form as any Carnation yet produced; made up of a large number of petals intoa perfectly round, full ¢ flower. A vigorous, healthy grower; foliage rich, glaucos green color. Un-,¢« ‘der good cultivation the average Size is 3 to 3% inches in diameter, with a stem reaching 2% to3 feet. 20 cents.

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Color, bright crimson. Size, the largest crimson arlowarden. carnation ever offered, averaging three and one-half = inches in diameter. Stem, four feet; and stiff enough to carry the bloom & perfectly upright. Habit, ideal, grows four and one-half feet high and Straight. Calyx, perfect. A wonderful free bloomer. H1s won medals -nd certificates and is an ideal crimson carnation. 20 cents each.

) The Entire Set 0: 5 New Carnations for 75 Cents, Postpaid.

Choice Coleus.

| These are beautiful foliage plants, introduced from Asia and Africa about ay ss ; 1826. Highly prized for bedding on account of their strikingly brilliant and MRS. THEODORE ROOSEVELT. Peautiful foliage. They make excellent specimens for the window garden and conservatory, but require a warm loca- tion. We offer the following 12 Choice Named Varieties, every one of which possesses real merit and we are confident | will give satisfaction. We do this to give our customers a finer selection.

MSS wae Fire Brand. Maroon, flamed and shad- | Tokio. Beautiful silver green splashed PAY NI ed with brilliant fiery red, a splen- with creamy yellow.

EG, 7 Ps We : did sort for pot culture. A beautiful | Prog,ess. Leaves long and serrated, bed der. | sp.ashed and blotched beautifully. Golden Bedder. Clear yellow when well; Marked with chocolate, carmine and

developed, edge somewhat wrinkled cream color. Nice pot plant. with centre rib of light yellow. Sultan os Turkey. A hard Coleus tode- Verschaffelti. Rich velvet crimson. scribe on account of its many beauti- mostly used in all the city parks as ful colors, ol the richest tints. Centre ‘4 the best variety for bedding. of leaf mee Boats erry est : > ; z “ii roon sj lashed wit 1e richest shades ‘ Tam 0 Shanter. Lat ge deep 7 deme foli- of carti.ine, cream, etc. age withcreamy white centre, heavi- Z ly splashed carmine and chocolate. Queen om the WeSt. Large leaf and

A splendid variety for pot culture. slightly serrated; outer band of ‘ Seclder val bright vide green with margin of Butterfly. Rich garnet and golden yel- brigh yc'low, and centre wedge of

low, beautifully blotched and blended | Crean + white; the whole covered with Odity. Magnificently scalloped edge,| bictches and spots of bright carmine

of dwarf habit. Centre bright soft| and de2, maroon.

crimson-maroon, bordered with green | Klondiks. Has large leaves. Coloring

and gold. Fine for pot culture. | extremely beautiful, creamy white Superbissima. Thedarkest velvet ma-| centre, touched with carmine, sur-

reon varietv onour list, strong grow- | rounded bya broad green border at

er and excellent for home culture. times exovisitely tinted. . Any of the above varieties 8cts. each; 6 for 35 cts.; 12for 60 cts.; postpaid. SBS, at your expense, we willsend 100 choice plants in assortment, or in solid colors for massing, (including the 7*—""* 77+ ™eny others,) for $3, 50.

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Inno oclass of flowers has there BES so etre SUSDEEN MEI asin Chrysanthemumnis and noclass of flowers is attracting:! — = much attentio} @ Every city, tow) Zand village mu) have their Chry/ | f anthemum Seo m@ ‘They may b am Dianted at an) H time from ear! i spring until Jul: sand make fir f blooming plant i AS they flowcr o7 ly onterming branches, the ti of the youn plants should ft pinched out whe) five :r Six inch fhightomak g them branch fre} ly. If desired f« indoor bloomin;’ they should b lifted about tt

last of See ee A GROUP OF EATON AND APPLETON “ MUMS.”?

Our “Novelty’’ ie ot New Mums. |

An extra fine late crimson yariety. In No Chrysanthemum ever ir Intensity. perfection November 20th to 30th. Flow- ‘Timothy Eaton. troduced has carried off sg

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ers are very large and exceedingly double, Extra desir- many prizes and attracted as much attention as Tin, able in every way. The only crimson “Mum” in our othy Eaton. It was a winner of every cup and prize fo! list and a good commertial variety and grand forexhi-| whichit was entered last season. It is certainly th)

bition. 25 cents each. largest of the Japanese incurved type. ‘The flowers ar)

4 Roe The most. strikine novelty of| Purest white, of true globular form; exceedingly robus|

F Taggart. many years, and decidedly the in habit of growth, carrying its immense flowers on stiff best of aM the plumed, or hairy varieties. A great ad-| UpPtightstems. Hascreated a greater sensation amon

vantage over all ycliows in this class heing perfectly the florists than any introduction in years. 15cts. eack|

aouble and the plush-like hairs much more dense. No This is in yellows what thi other variety at the shews last season attracted more Col D. Appleton. Timothy Eaton is amon; attention and brought out so many exclamations of whites, out-classing. all other yellows at the variou wonder and surprise. Color, light yellow withold gold shows. ‘The floweris Japanese incurved and bright yell and bronze shadings. Flowers very large, eight inches low in color, of great depth and solid build. Besides it across and very double. Winner of.Gold Medal at immense size and beautiful color another point is it Kansas City, also Bronze Medal at Chicago, 25c each. vigorous habit and fine stem and foliage. A variet)

that should be in every collection. 15 cents each.

D This is one of the finest nev been introduced in years. It carried oif the$200.00 pria offered by the Kansas City show. In form and habit i closely resembles the popular Queen, but isa decideé improvement on that. grand old variety. Color, pure white, very broad centre, netals incurying Closely: the outer petals tubular. In Size very large, equaling the mammoth Timothy Eaton. 25 cents each.

A bright yellow sport fan Fim: 1Yellow Eaton. othy Eaton; only a shade lighter i than Appleton, and especially valuable as the best in‘its color to follow that fine variety up tothe close o} the Chrysanthemum season. Foliage very beautiful;

stem first-rate, and quite strong enough to hold up the

monster blooms. We can cheerfully recommend this grand variety. 25 cents each. ,

i% Japanese incurved. One ofthe Wm. Duckham. best introductions of recent} | years. Has been awarded highest honors wherever ex- hibited. Color. a true pink, without the least trace of purple. Stem and foliage perfect. Valuable for exhi- bition or commercial purposes. Perfectly double. Mid-

season variety. Size, 6% inches. Height, 4 feet. Sold last season at 75 cents each. Price25cents each. —

This new “‘Mum”’ sold last American Beauty. season at 75 cents each, be- ing classed among the early fiowering varieties, A new} and distinct colorin Chrysanthumums. Being a Japa- nese incurved sort. Color; petals being tube shaped. of a rich light purple while out side i isa beautiful soft la ender pink. A variety that will give satisfaction whet ever grown, and makes a fine Specimen plant. We highty recommend this te the amateur. 25 cents

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Most varieties of “Mums” are too late to bloom successfully in the open ground inthe North. We have selected

t e following set of six choice varieties which are extremely early, hence valuable for outdoor planting. as they bloom

2a ly in the season before being damaged by frost. They are equally valuable for pot culture, and are largely grown

tb: florists tosupply the demand for cut-flowers early in

Sthe season. ‘These varieties are not perfectly hardy, but tan be wintered over if well protected, or by placing in a

soo! cellar in dirt.

)Glory of the Pacific. The very best extra early pink va- ‘riety yet introduced. Of magnificent size and depth, with broad, reflexed petals, showing the clear pink color | to advantage. Of sturdy, vigrous, compact habit, pro- _ ducing its flowers on stiff, upright stems. It should be _imevery collection. 10 cents each. yory. One of the most popular white varieties in culti- _yation. Of dwarf habit, producing fine large, pure ivory . white flowers on stiff, upright stems. Largely grown ,, for supplying the early market, and equally valuable » for out-door planting. A grand Chrysanthemum that 4 should be in every collection. 10cents each:

dy Playfair. A beautiful variety thatwill always at-

* tract attention. A large, incurved Japanese variety.

* Color, pearly pink, brighter in the depths. Flowers

produced on long stems. One of the finest varieties for cut-flowers. 10 cents each.

‘Pink Ivory. A beautiful variety, closely resembling the * popular Ivory in every respect except color. When first ' open it is almost pure white, gradually changing in ) color to a beautiful light pink. 10 cents each. ®ride. The earliest large pure white variety we have yet seen. The flowers are very large, »n stout, upright stems. When fully open they are like large, perfectly ' round balls four inches or more in diameter; color pure white. A grand variety. 10 cents each. ‘fellow Monarch. A first-class new variety. Valuable % on account of its extremeearliness. Of dwarf but vig- st ' orous habit; flowers medium large; color, rich golden- mM yellow. A remarkably profuse bloomer... 10 cents each.

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m habit:.flowers very large, broad, refiexed petals: rich one of-the very best large pure white varieties for exhi- old gold yellow. shaded deep yellow at thecentre. 10c. bition purposes. Flowers of immense size with nicely

SSlack Hawk. The largest and most beautiful dark crim- incurved petals. 10 cents each.

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Select Mums.

White Bonnaffon. Aimost iden- tical with Major Bonaffon in size and form of flower, and habit of growth: and a little later than that variety, blooming latter part of No- vember. Pure snowy white. This is a fine medium sized white variety, lasting a long time. It might well be termed alatelIvory. Dwarf. Price 15 cents each.

Yellow Major Bonnaffon. If we may judge by the reports from the different shows, this surely stands at the head of the list of yellow varieties. It is certainly one of the finest in our collection. Flowers very large; petals beauti- fully incurved, and of firm, heavy texture, lasting well

when cut. A very strong grower of compact habit. Color, clear bright canary- yellow. A very desirable

variety. Price 15 centseach. The two varieties for 25 cents,

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Our “Show” Set of Chrysanthemums. |

One of the best varieties fo1

Florence Pe ullman. pot culture or show. Color: |

pure white, very large, of deep build and good-breadth

Among the grandest whites seen at shows. Very beautifui and imposing. Price 8 cents.

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: Y ] 4 An exquisite shade of deep rich crim- G. ° Childs. son, with no shade of brown or chest: nut. A grand sort when well grown, but unfortunately)

somewhat difficult to grow to perfection; give high culture; until buds are formed, aud do not feed thereafter. 10 cents.

Arline This fine early ““mum” resembles a snowball, be) ° ing almost round in shape, with incurved petais.| being pure white and a free bloomer of dwarf habit. A splendid sort which should be in every collection. 8 cents.

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Good Gracious. made on seeing this remarkable’ flower. A very large slightly feathered ball of. interlaced, incurving thread-like petals; color, clear flesh pink of un-

usually strong, vigorous habit and will always give satis- faction. rice, 8 cents each. :

. {n the entire Chrysanthemum G7 Mrs. H. Robinson. family, there is no grander) white variety, no matter where it blooms. It is of the most} popular style, immense incurving broad channeled petals} of great substance, and the purest white. A perfect ball of!

snow, 16 to18 inches in circumference. Strong, handsome) foliage, easy to manage and sure to please. Price. 10 cents.

An extra fine extra early white variety,| Polly Rose. identical in every way except color with Glory of the Paczyic, from which it isa sport. It is the first large white chrysanthemum to come into flower after Primc

blooming just after that variety. Splendid habit. Should be in every collection. Splendid forthe amateur. 10 cents.

‘ W 2 Bright Chestnut red, changing tc ms Red arrior, terra cotta, darker toward the centre, fas reverse of petals orange. A distinct and valuable additions

and a very easy variety to grow. Price 8 cents.

A sport from the. Yellow Mrs. Jerome Jones. Aspen eas equal toit in every respect. Color, bright yellow, incurved! petals. Dwarfhabit. Very fine. Price, 10 cents each.

_A popular and attractive class of Chrysanthemums differing from all others in the peculiar plush like growth of short glandular hairs on the reverse side of the petals, giving the flowers an odd plush-like ap- pearance. ‘The varieties are of the large incurved class, showing off the hairy growth to advantage. They are as easily grown as the ordinary varieties, and always give good satisfaction. We offer the following four choice varieties.

$ Flowers of immense size, of road: flat form; Golden Hairs. large, broad incurved petals. Color, a pecu- liar blending of Lronze and golden yellow, becoming deeper yellow

with age; each peta: tipped and covered on the outer surface with that peculiar hairy growth. Price, 10 cents each. .

Y Y An enormous bright pink, broad Mrs. Higginbotham. spreading variety of the Ostrich Plumetype. Petals nicely cupped and incurved; well covered with

hairs; has been shown with flowers exceeding eleven inches in diam- eter. It is claimed to be the largest ofits class. Price 10 cents.

W y Decidedly the best pure white Plumed

hite Boehmer. variety yet introduced. Flowers of the

_ very largest size; full and compact: hairy and more substantial than most varieties. Don’t forget it in your collection. 15 cents.

Soft plumy flowers of rich golden color; fine- Golden Plume. ly incurved:; of dwarf habit. Probably the Z Uf best yellow Ostrich Plume. A strong, vigorous grower. 10cents. ¢ WY NN

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This is becoming one of the most popular classes of Chrysanthemums. ‘They are perfectly hardy and give such showers of bloom long after frost in the fall, after all other flowers are gone. We have selected a collection of the finest and most distinct |

varieties. ‘The flowers are quite smallas compared with theiarge show varieties. Black Douglass. Rich dark crimson with maroon centre. f Edna. A beautiful clear bright pink. : Grandeur. Fine gold bronze, shaded old gold. ‘ Little Pet. Bright claret, or winered. Very fine. R Pierces Seedling. Bright canary yellow. Very double.

Prince of Wales. Magnificent pure white. Perfectly double. cas

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[ cU LTURE.—Fuchsias are certainly one of the most graceful and interesting classes of pot plants grown. They (ite ght in a rich, light soil, and a partially shaded Situation, with plenty of water. ‘This is one of the few plants that I succeed best in a north window or on a north porch during the summer season. Young plants planted in the gar- len will bloom profusely until October, but they must be planted in the coolest spot or in partial shade, as the sun

| will injure the foliage. Noplant in this catalogue is more graccful and attractive than a well grown Fuchsia. Re-

Wire rich soil, Shady situation, and plenty of water. We grow immense quantities of the best varieties. :

drabella. A popular variety and always satis- Gloire de Marche. A compact free-branching variety of excellent

'factory. Sepals waxy white, corolla single rose. growth, of unusual freo-flowering haoit. Flowers very large, se-

| pais bright ted, corolla very large, double white. An extra fine variety in every respect. 15 cents each.

Black Prince. This we consider one of the best varieties grown. It is of upright, symmetrical habit, forming perfect pyramidal plants and beautifullarge open flowers. ‘Tube and sepals large and broad: color bright waxy carmine; large, single, open, pink corclla. A very pleasing variety. 8 cents each.

Carl Halt. Waxy white tube and sepals; corolla single, distinctly striped white and red. 8 cents each.

Dolly Varden. Of fine habit. Tube and sepals dark red, with single, rich dark blue corolla: A free bloomer. 8 cents each. Elm City.. A popular variety and one of the best double purple: of dwarf compact habit. Tube and sepals bright coral red:

large double purple corolla. 8 cents each.

Lovely. A strong healthy grower, of fine habit. Corolla single, bright crimsyn; tube and sepals waxy white. 8 cents each.

Mad. Van der Strass. Very large double, pure white corolla, with beautiful refiexed, bright coral-red sepals. One of the most pop- ular old varieties. 8 cents each.

Speciosa. A grand old favorite, unsurpassed for winter blooming. Long tube, sepals rosy pink, corolla single, brilliant crimson: of robust, sturdy habit. 8 cents each.

Wave of Life. Foliage bright golden yellow; tube and sepals bright scarlet; corolla single violet; of fine habit and a sood bloomer. 8 cents each.

Mary. Anentirely distinct species; very attractive; extra long, scarlet tube, with short sepals; corolla single, brilliant crimson. 10 cents each.

Mons Thibaut. Very vigorous in growth and of remarkably free blosoming habit. ‘Tube stout, sepals dark red; corolla large, open, single, rose vermillion, tinted with violet. 10 cents each.

FEVERFEW, Little Gem.

This variety surpasses the old variety in every way. It is quite dwarf, attaining a height of only about twelve inches. The flow- ers are large, perfectly double and of the prettiest snow-white. Splendid for cut-flowers and a valuable plant for cemetery plant ing. Scentseach. 4 for 25cents

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‘The Dahlia is one of the showiest of all autumn flowers. Commenc-| ing to flower in July, they are a perfect blaze of bloom until stop- ped by frost. Especially fine for cut flowers. We know of nothing more showy for table decoration than a loosely arranged bouquet of long stemmed Show Cactus or Single Dahiias. i CULTURE.—While it is one of the easiest of all flowers to cut tivate, it by no means follows that it needs no attention, In fact, no flower will give such generous response to good cultiva~ tion. Deep and thorough stirring of.the soil during the early growth of the plant is indispensable. Plant in an j* open, sunny situation, at least where the sun reaches§ them the greater portion of the day. Plant the bulbs 2to 3feet apart, according to size and habit of the plant, | about 4 inches below the surface of the ground. Varieties! growing three feet or more in height should be tied to§ stakes to prevent falling over. Plant about the first of May, or when the ground has become warm. : | ‘ (Blizzard.) New Snow-White Show §5§ Stor m King * Dahlia. ‘This superior variety_is) an extremely early, profuse and constant bloomer, a J)? vigorous grower of dwarf, branching habit, and pro-¥ duces its flowers on long stems. The flowers are snow} white, of perfect torm, and full tothecentre. Asacut-§ flower variety, it is the florist’s ideal, while for grouping | or aS a specimen plant (the accompanying illustration is § . aspecimen in full bloom), it is far ahead of any other} White Show Dahlia. 25c.s. each; 2 for 40cts.; 5 for $1.00. J

Emil One of the best; varieties from rosy lavender VY

1 Ys to white, suffused lavender. A large, beauti-]} ful and striking flower which is not so large as some} } other varieties but is of perfect form and produced on} ¢ long stemsin such endless quantities as to almost ob- 97, scure the foliage. Fine for decorations. 15 certs each. }L

‘As A beautiful fern leat De Fern-leaved Beauty. 2,2on, ee ea : STORM KING. _ One in our entire ee ee of strong nobusE Sas Ome PaieWaeer ie earing beautiful large white flow- Nymphza, Lily Dahlia: By SESS « = ers striped deep crimson. A very] faz _he most delicately beautiful cho‘ce Dahlia and a good show va-]} Dahlia ever introduced; more ex- | riety. 15 cents each; 2 for 25 cents.]

tensively grown for cut flowers Z 1 Rightly named “‘the Black} than all others combined. ‘The Ulu. Dahlia.” Jet black,} flowers are of medium to large size, changing to black-maroon as the] always full to the centre, resemble flowers fully expand. Of fine form} the ideal pink water lily. ‘The and full to the centre. An excel-]} color is: a clear, distinct, light ent show Dahlia. Should be in ev-}} shrimp-pink, tinted lighter toward ery coliection. 20 cts.; 2for 35cts. |

thecenter. 15 cts. each; 2 for 25 cts. The grand-} Perle d’Or, One of the most Wm. Agnew. Zhe stand} * remarkable and -| lia ever produced, and one that}

beautiful of all the decorativeclass. will eventually find its way into} Itis anew variety received from every collection. ‘The flowers are} Lyons, France, where it originated large, sometimes measuring more} and where it was awarded a First than 7 inches in diameter, .and al- Class Certificate of Merit. ‘The ways full to the centre; of perfect} flowers are. pure white with fre- form and exqusite quality and fin-| quently a slight tinge of purple; ish, while the color is the richest} | very large and of exquisite form, shade of intense dazzlingred. The} with petals very prettily notched. petals are very long, the Outer rows} Its chief value, however, lies in its being beautifully twisted; the] adaptability for cutting and deco- plant is a strong symmetrical 0 1/3

rative purposes. [The stems are grower. 15cents each. erect and very long, often two feet NYMPHZA. - : or more, while the blooms will keep for days longer than other var- eities without dropping a petal. ‘The plant grows from three to four feet high and blooms very freely. Price 25 cents each. : New decorative Dahlia.. The flow- Grand Duke Alexis. er is of entirely new form, each petal being twisted and curved funnel-shaped with astonishing regularity. ‘The color of the flower is pure white, shading toa. most delicate and charming shell-pink; each petal ‘cupped so closely as to make the inner side appear to be of a much deeper Kh vm) shade of pink. ‘The flowers are of enormous size, often measuring {€@ Ltr sPeesy VN 20 inches or more in circumference. Strong roots 20 cents each; Z 7 oY 2 ah 3 for 50 cents.

py W One of the most showy of all Dah- Clifford A Burton. lias, and the finest pure canary yellow decorative variety grown, of immense size, 5 to 6 inches in diameter; of full chrysanthemum form and full tothe centre. A tall, vigorous grower and extremely free bloomer for having such a large flower. Should be in every collection. 15 cents each;

2 for 25 cents. s A charming variety that will become Miss May Lomas. a great favorite; Is of medium to large size, full and regular: very free bloomer. Color, a delicate pure white, suffused soft lavender. One of the best cut flower

varieties. Sure to please. Don’t fail to include this in your col- lection. 15 cents each; 2 for 25 cents.

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Yr hree Select Single Dahlias,

- Pure deep yellow, of largest. size, finest ‘ old Standard. form and texture, and fully up to the cel- ; ebrated St. George in every respect, and in addition the flowers are borne on longer and more graceful stems. The plantisa Strong, vigorous, branching grower, and an warly and continuous bloomer. Price, Strong roots, 20 cents each: 2 for 35 cents. e A strictly first-class single Dawiin of the clearest

* scarlet color, that clearly out~ >°S any other sin-

Bois scarlet in purity, of color, size, profusion oe: vioom or length of stem. The foliage is clean and the plant strong, vigorous and branching. In our fields the past season, although flowers were cut daily for shipping, it presented a blaze of color and attracted the attention of all visitors. It isone of the best bloomers, while - the cut-flowers sold for $1.50 per 100 in Philadelphia. Price, _strong roots, 20 cents each; 2 for 35 cents.

Another very fine single variety which will make ashion, frierider everywhere. One of the best high-cciored sorts grown; a very large and striking variety. Color, dark -crimson-maroon flamed purple: one of the best dark sorts; should

be in every garden. Price, 15 cents each; 2 for 25 cents.

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Beautiful beyond description. Delicate shrimp pink; a lovely col- or: of full round form and with beautifully quilled petals: it has long, graceful stems, especially adapted for bouquets. 15cents each: 2 for 25 cents.

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One each of the above for 50c.

form: intense brilliant deep ctimson. A choice variety for cutting, flowers being borne on long stems. A variety sure to give Satisfaction. Donot fail to include it in your collection. Price, 15 cts. each; 2 for 25 cents. Prince Charming, 2's beautiful variety of the Bouquet Dahlia. Color, white, penciled, suffused and heavily tipped dark pink: a strong grower: of good form and blooms untilfrost. To any person who desires these charming Bouquet Dahlias, we highly recommend this choice variety, as it is so much differ- ent from anything else, and certainly will give entire satis- faction. Price, only 15 cents each; 2 tor 25 cents.

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How to Grow Fine Flowers.

A good deep, mellow soil, thor- oughly enriched with well-rotted manure, and an abundance of wa- ter upon the plants as well as at the roots during dry, hot weather, is the simple secret of success. Water overhead daily or oftener in dry weather. say the best au- thorities. The best amateur grow- er in the country uses a revolving lawn sprinkler in dry, hot weather. He sets this up several feet above the plants and allows the water to play upon them all night, re- moving it to a new place the fol- lowing evening. Splendid flowers in the hottest, dryest season are the result.

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Cactus or Decorative Dahlias.

‘The collection offered below are all of the true new Cactus form. The petals of this class are very long, pointed and beautifully twisted. This type is the most popular at the present day and has much to commend it, combining the grace of the single varieties and without the stiff formality of the double show sets.

A beautiful color. Pale primrose, shading

Bridesmai bs to delicate rose toward the outer petals;

beautiful form and a free bloomer. Price, 15 cents each.

Th Pure snow-white; flowers of perfect shape, € ueen. large size, with broad- petals somewhat pointed. When given proper attertion, the best pure white for cutting. Price, 20 cents each. A grand variety: it is dwarfand branching, Matchless. Sane and vigorous. ‘The flowers are large; rich glistening crimson, overlaid dark velvet maroon: an ex- tremely early and profuse bloomer. Don’t fail to include this choice variety among your collection, as it is alwé ays satisfac- tory. A most beautiful and charming color. Price, 20 cents. h R h. A fine ine yellow, of perfect form? long Jo fl oac incurved, pointed petals; beautiful and

always full to the centre. Price, 15 cents each.

One each of the above Cactus Dahlias for 50c., postpaid,

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~The Famous Boston Sword Fern. -

This popular Fern has proven the best decorative plant of recent introduction. It is a rapid grower ot very easy culture, soon forming a large, graceful plant; its Deautiful fronds often attain a length of 5 to 6 feet, which arch and<droop so gracefully that it is sometimes called the Fountain Fern. No plant ever introduced has had a larger sale than the popular ‘‘ Boston Fern.”? ‘The accompanying illustration is from a photo- graph and gives an accurate idea of its graceful appearance. You can make no mistake by ordering a “‘ Boston Fern,”’ as it is certain to please. We receive many testi- monials describing the ‘ ‘Beautiful Boston Fern purchased from you. 2

Weoitfer them in the following sizes, and would recommend that the larger sizes be 2. sent by express, as in sending by mail we remove most of the soil, which is injurious. Strong 2inch pot plants 15 cts. each, 3 inch pot plants 25 cts. each; 4inch pot plants 50 cents each; postpaid. Large plants by express, 50 cts. 75 cts. and $1.00 each, according to size.

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This beautiful and novel Fern is a decided improvement on the! popular old Boston Sword Fern. ‘The plant is very dwarf, only} about half the height of the Boston, and of very much more com-§ pact and symmetrical habit. Its many good points make it a welcome addition to our list of plants. Taking it altogether, it inak*s one of the most exqusite plants and one of the most valu-§ able for table decoration that has ever been introduced. The wide spreading habit of the Boston is much admired, and is indeed its ‘most valuable feature where a large spready plant is needed. ‘The Scotiii, because of its compact symmetrical habit of growth, is especially adapted for the small window garden where there is not roam for large spreading plants. In this respectit is a won- derfulimprovement over the Boston Fern; which it resembles on- | ly in character of fronds. It has been exhibited before many Horticultural Societies and has received the highest possible awards. It wasawardcd the silver medal at the Society of Ameri- can Florists this season, at St. Louis. Wecan most heartily rec- ommend this grand novelty in Ferns. Very scarce, hence the high price. Good healthy plants, 3 to 5 fronds, 50 cents each.

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“Ostrich Plume’ Fern.

PIERSONII.)—A very beautiful new variety of the famous Bos- ton Fern which has created quite a sensation, having received a number of Gold Medals from some of the largest and most critical Horticultural Societiesin thiscountry. Well developed specimens | have produced fronds 4 feet in length, beautifully cut and frilled | on the edges. Its distinctive feature is fonnd in its leaflets or | i pinna, which are minature fronds eee ives, unfolding in the | Same manner as the large ones. ‘This constant unfolding of the plant has the effect of giving it two shades of green, which are | very pleasing. This new variety is so far ahead of the Boston | Fern that there is positively no comparison to be made, ‘The character ofits fronds is accurately shown in the accompanying | illustration, which is from a photograph and therefore a true pic- | ture. ‘The effect is not unlike the graceful Ostrich Plume, hence | the name which has been so appropriately given. -It is as easily grown as the famous Boston Fern and can be grown to erfection in any ordinary living room. Strong, well rooted, 2% inch pot plants that will-soon make nice specimens, 30 cents chs 4 for | $1.00, postpaid. Extra strong, 3inch pot plants 40 cents each; 3S for $1.00; postpaid. Nice speciniens from 4 inch pots 75 cents each, by mail, postpaid. Large specimen plants by express only 75 _— cents, $1.00, and $2. 00 to $4.00 each, according to size. If you want something fine try a “* Piersonii.”

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Fait © te The beauty and value of this grand new Fern can best be appreciated by seeing it. Itis a sport from the ebrated Pearson Fern (Neprolepis Pearsonii), but is ery much more beautiful and of greater commercial ‘| value. Itis as different from the Pearsonii as thatis from the Boston. ‘Thesmall side pinnz are again sub- vided, producing an exquisite and beautiful effect; anging the entire character of the fronds, which asure less than half the length and twice the width of the fronds of the Pearsonii. The fronds also assume an entirely different form, theside pinnz standing at | right angles to the mid-rib of the frond: on edge rather | than flat, as is usual; making both sides of the frond } equally beautiful—entirely different from any other | The plant is very dwarf, only about half the height |-of the Pearsonii, of much more compact habit, and a miuch better plant in every way. i Taking it altogether, it makes one of the most | _ exquisite plants and one of the most valuable for table and house decoration that has ever been . introduced ‘Thecut fronds, on account of their beauty, wil. bein great demand for table deco- ration, design work, and for boxes of loose flow- ers. Well-grown plants make most magnificent - specimens. We think there is nothing in the Fern line that isso handsome as this beautiful Fern when well grown.

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A very showy and attractive strong growing variety. Fronds

are light green, with a broad band of silvery white through the

_ centre of each, which gives it an odd appearance and adds to

its value as a decorative plant. It grows from fifteen to twenty

inches high, with numerous small, stiff-stemmed, upright fronds.

; = Rather dwarfin habit. We offer them in 2 inch pot size. Price, PTERIS ARGYRIA, 25 cents each. (See illustration.)

. : sf. Some Beautiful Ferns. ie Pe (Holly Fern.) This is truly a novel Mrytomigm Falcatum. vitity, owing te the stele of the _ fronds, which are bright, glossy green and closely resemble the Holly in form and general appearance. Itisof very easy culture, and because of _ its dwarf, compact habit of growth is admirably adapted for the window ‘; _ garden, fern dish, etc. Small plants 10 cts. each; large ones 25 cts. each.

s s This is a very pretty little Fern, of dwarf, com- | Pteris Lineata. pact habit, and of easy culture. It is especially | adapted for the centre of hanging baskets, vases, also for Fern-dishes. _ The fronds are divided into long, narrow, ribbon-like branches, and are iF supported on a slender, wire-like stem. ‘The delicacy and neatness of _ the fronds, dwarf habit of growth, and ease of culture, make this one of

_ the most desirable varieties. Price, 2-inch pot size, 6 to 8 inches high, _ 10 cents each; 3 for 25 cents.

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)Pter 1S Lineata Alba. easy culture; mostly used for bas'tets and _ Fern-dishes. Leaves are long, green and white. 10 cts. each; 3 for 25 cts, Diu! / The most valuale for Fern-dishes; of strong but ‘Prteris Cristata. dwarfand graceful habit, 6 to 8 inches high: good _ color and of the best keeping qualities. The fronds are beautifully twisted and crested at the tips. 10cents each; 3 for 25 cents.

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‘Pteris Cristata Alba. habit with the above; each leaf is a beau-

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| Gladioli aciol, Wecannot emphasize too strong- ly the desirability of these mag- 9! nificent flowers. If people realized Ji the great value of this class of | summer flowering bulbs as they — should there would be ten times as many planted. When we con- sider with what ease they are . grown, requiring but very little — » Care, how easily they may be had © - in bloom throughout the summer — fF and autumn, how they retain their vigor, how rapidly they mul- — tiply, what little trouble it is to J care for the bulbs in winter months, and last, but not least, how cheap they are, we must admit © their value. They are unsurpassed for — vases, etc., aS the spikes will continue to bloom for a week or more after being cut. Fora continuation of flowers, they ay should be planted at-intervals from i Aprilto June. Gladioli are favorites with all, and they are planted » by many who will not grow any other class of flowers. They are so easily grown and so satisfactory to everyone that they are invalu- — able, requiring no skill and very little attention to grow them to per- | fection. Plant in the garden in the spring, after severe freezing is _ past, and they will soon be up and will flourish and bloom from July to November. In autumn, after early freezing, the bulbs should be lifted and stored ina cellar or some other position away from frost, for planting again the following spring.

CULTURE.—These bulbs are of the simplest culture. Plant any time in the spring when the ground becomes warm—any time from April to July—in any fairly good soil, in the direct sun or partial shade. Set in rows three inches apart. or in masses, six inches apart f each way. If possible plant in fullsun, and keep down weeds.

- After fall frosts, lift the bulbs, and after removing the tops, let them dry © for two or three weeks in any airy position. [Then after removing the roots, store away in thecellar, cr any cool, dry place away from frost, for planting again the next spring. The small side shccts, or bulblets, may be removed from the large bulb ard planted in rows quite thick, and will make blooming | pbulbsthe second season. ‘The bulbs which we offer were mostly a}l grown on our own farm, and during the flowering pericd were very carefully Togued, the poor uncolored flowers being all taken out; only the choicest left.

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French Hybrid Gladiolt.

These bulbs are grown from the best strains of Hybrid Gandavensis, Lemoines and French Hybrid seed. The former are noted for their fine form and richcolors. ‘The Lemoines and French Hybrids differ from them in bloom- ing somewhat earlier and in having a distinct large blotch on each lower petal. The flowers in the lower illustration are a good representation of the Lemoines and French Hy brids. Fora cheap mixture there is nothing better offered; every bulb guaranteed to bloom the first summer. We offer a very fine mixture comprising all colors from blush white: todarkest crimson and purple. 5Scts. each; 6 for 20 cts. : 12 for 35 cts.; postpaid. By express, 50 ‘or $1.25; 100 for $2.00.

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(Collection of “Star” Gladioli.

..! The new Amaryllis-flowered Gladiolus. : I rinceps. magnificent variety, grown and developed by Dr. |” Van Fleet, is the largest and most effective of all Gladioli. It "grows from 3% to 4 feet high under ordinary garden conditions; _ its broad handsome foliage is a grand setting for the bvilliant Amaryllis-like blooms which open more widely than any other variety. The color is rich crimson with intense shadings in the throat, and broad white blotches across the lower petals. flowers range from 5 to6inchesin diameter. The petals are very wide and much rounded, forming an almost cireular flow- er. From three to six of these immense and brilliant blooms are expanded at a time on each spike, which often produces 16 to 18 flowers during its development. Princeps is a most | striking variety. Itendures the sun and wind well, and opens perfectly to the last bud in water. It blooms normallyin Au-

' gust, but may be had late in October by delaying } planting. It has received Awards of Merit and ) Diplomas of Honor at American Institute fair, New York,.1901 and 1902, and Award of Merit, Royal Horticultural Society. London, England, 1901. Price, strong blooniing bulbs 50 cents each:.3 for $1.25; 6 for $2.25; postpaid.

Reuben H. Warder. Zhis fang. large

was introduced last season by Mr. Frank Banning of Ohio, and is certainly one of the most beautiful | Gladioli ever originated. In color it isa very light | davender pink, spike strong, flowers quite large and | of good substance, and in beauty of color equal to | any Orchid. It is wonderful, and in color eclipses all varieties we ever saw. ‘The finest for cut flowers | anda market variety. Florists should write us for )~ prices by the 100. Strong blooming bulbs 25 cents each; 5for $1.00. By express, 12 for $2.00, This is a variety worthy your special Augusta. atiention. Flowers very large, with | wavy petals, which relieves much of the siiffness so often seen in other sorts. As a.variety for cut flowers Augusia is superb, and we highly recom- mend it to our customers. The nearest approach to pure white. Large bulbs 15 cts.: 2 for 25 cts.; 12 _ for $1.00; 25 for $1.75. By express, 50 for $3; 100 for $5.

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Alm This new variety is a result of a cross between a. the Gandavensis and Sandersonii. The flow- ers are remarkable for size and color- often measuring: 4 to 5 inches across; color, rich orange-red with lighter shad*ngs: lower petals slightly blotched maroon and purple. Strong blooming bulbs 15-cents; 2 for 25 c-nts. Kate A new large sort, originated by Mr. David * Woodbury of Maine. Flowers over four inches in diameter, of a rich velvety rose, lower petals blotched white and dotted with scarlet. Sure to please in every case. Strong blooming bulbs 15 cents; 2 for 25 cents.

We offer the entire set of 5 new Gladioli for only $1.00, postpaid.

“Peerless” Gladioli Collection.

No flower is so easily grown, or so fine for decorating churches, rooms, dining-tables, halls, stores, offices, etc.: and none so adorns the garden or lawn as does the beau- tiful Gladiolus. Wehave prepared a choice collection of 8 select named varieties, and offer them in a set, which can not be broken,as they are already prepared, awaiting orders, and therefore nochange can be made. Order the entire Set, aS we know you will be more than pleased. ‘They are all nice large flowering bulbs, guaranteed to produce choicé, beautiful flowers.

Brenchleyensis. Very fine; immense fiery scarlet.

Ceres. Pure white, spotted purplish rose.

Henry Gilman. Deep salmon-scarlet, with white throat.

Isaac Buchanan. Fine clear yellow, with large spike.

John Bull. White tinged yellow, marked violet-rose.

Mad. Moneret. Delicate rose color: very large flowers.

Napoleon III. Bright scarlet; a white line on each petal.

Wm. Falconer. Flowers light pink and blush, mottled. Spike of great length and flowers very large.

We offer the set, each separately wrapped and distinct-

ly labeled, carefully packed and sent by mail, postpaid,

for only 40 cents.

The Templin Co., Calla, Ohio. ;

NOVELTIES IN GERANIUMS. |

The number of “‘Novelties”’ in Geraniums intro-

duced annually is very large, asin all other classes of blooming plants; but the number of varieties that possess real merit iscomparatively small. Be- ¢ lieving that our patrons want only the very best, @ we have always endeavored to test all the new and novel varieties introduced, and to discard such as we are Satisfied are inferior. "The following list Yj bas been selected with great care: and contains y only such varieties as we can unhesitatingly rec- Z ommend toour patrons. They are all well adapt- / ed for out door culture or winter blooming, ‘ ‘The “Bruant” type of Geraniums are of strong, robust habit, with large foliage. No matter what 2 the weather is, even in the hottest and driest, the 2 Bruants are always green and covered with flow- ers. Flowers are borne on large trusses, are semi- double, producing a beautiful effect. We have se- jected four choice colors and varieties which we know will give splendid satisfaction.

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ties. Plant is of dwarf but robust habit of growth, flow- yet introduced. Flowers and truss absolutely perfect in ers of good size and very abundant. Color, delicate peach | shape, color and makeup. Oneof the brightest, most pink with wide border of pure white. Unrivaled for free blooming and satisfactory Geraniums in all our freshness and beauty. Florets are very large and free- collection. Is accepted as the standard of excellence for ly produced in enormous trusses. One of the best. A scarlet bedders. Dense and 4n growth, blooms decidedly attractive variety. 20 cents. in large, round trusses of brig Vermillion scarlet:

Wi aq d L an d r Another of the Bruant type which | Semi-double; fine for cutting. 15 cents each. a ° y- certainly deserves a place in the The grandest pink Geranium we have

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window asa winter Sloomer. One of the choicest new varieties. Free and constant in bloom; florets very large, semi-double; truss large, circular in form: color being a clear apricot Salmon, shading to copper near the centre. A close approach to yellow, a color long sought after in Geraniums. A distinct variety. Remarkable for its vig- orous habit and free blooming qualities. 15 cents each.

s J ean Viau * grown. Fiowers semi-double, two to

two and one-half inches in diameter, made up into truss- es 12 to 15 inches in circumference. Of a beautifulclear, © rosy pink color with distinct white blotch at the centre. The plant itself is a rapid, vigorous grower, yet com- pact and shapely. A model Geranium in freedom of bloom and ease of culture. 15 cents each; 2 for 25 cents,

The set of four Choice Bruant Geraniums for only 50 cents.

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i s s Cc ‘ 1 = Marquis de Castellaine. Certainly jone of and desirable varieties of recent introductions. Flowers perfect in form, on large trusses; color, bright cherry red with brilliant carmine shadings. A remarkably profuse bloomer; of vigorous habit. 15 cents each.

A very satisfactory new Geranium

Dr. Verner t. that attracted much attention on Of vigorous, compact habit. and a very profuse bloomer: truss large, florets quite double

color, clear light scarlet. An excellent bedder. 10 cts. each.

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Pi otee This very odd and novel Geranium was in- 1c * troduced by Mr. H. Cannell, of Swanley, Kent, England. Certainly it is one of the most distinct and desirable varieties ever introduced. It is large, double almost pure white: each petal is distinctly ed ged with delicate carmine, making a very pleasing appear- ance, and is entirely distinct. A very profuse constant bloomer of a rather dwarf habit. 25 cents each.

This variety is not of recent introduction,

Contrast. but deserves a prominent place in our cat- alogue. It is a-very strong grower, of rather dwarf habit. The flowers are exceptionally large and double, measuring fully two inches in diameter, being a very beautiul brilliant orange-carmine color. 15 cts; 2 for 25c.

Le Solei A valuable new scarlet bedding. Gera- * nium that is attracing much attention. It is a profuse bloomer, producing immense trusses. A healthy, vigorous grower; color, intense brilliant dark scarlet. 15 cents each.

One of the most difficult to describe; Vera Ven * Entirely distinct. Florets quite large and double; border of petals deep rosy orange, with large white centre distinctly striped and marbled. One of the most beautiful of the Aureole type. 20cénts each. Entirelv dist.:nct in color: florets large and perfectly double; truss — very large, standing well above the foliage. Color dark | majenta purple. Of remarkably vigorous habit anda free bloomer. 15 cents each. This variety is unequaled in size of Chameleon. truss, the florets are extra large. the stem long and stiff; it flowers continually and the color is a beautiful light salmon-on the out side of each petal, while the centre is a dark red. 20cents each. :

The set of “Novelty”? Geraniums for only $1.25. Wm. Langeguth, ~

Variegated Leaved Geranium. A remarkably beautiful green and white variegated foliage, after the style of — Mountain of Snow. ‘The plant is of short, stocky habit _ and very vigorous growth. A very free bloomer.

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G is certainly a splendid class of climb-

ing or trailing Geraniums, adapted to hanging baskets, vase, rock-work and trailing on trellises, They have fine, thick, glossy foliage, which of it- self would be of sufficient beauty ‘to warrant their cultivation. ‘They bloom with the greatest free dom during the spring and summer. They are very desirable and pro-

duce beautiful double flowers in several colors; pure white, pink, red, Salmon, scarlet, ete There are two classes of Ivy Geranitims: the true Ivy Leaf, or trailing va- riety and the AHybrid Ivy, which is more of an upright grower. We offer both varieties.

A cross between the Ivy Geraniums and the Zonals i eter Crozy. shows the. blending of the two races, having fhe re tea i and the substance and size of the Zonals. The flowers are brilliant scarlet, borne in the greatest rzofusion, the trusses measuring six inches across and the individual florets two inches. The habit is dwarf and compact, the flowers semi-double and last a long time. Price, strong plants 15 cents each; two for 25 cents.

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4 Achievement. and Zonale Geraniums. The plant is of sturdy babi’ Fine

quite large and double: color, a brilliant rosy vermillion. One of the most showy varieties grown. It is admirably

‘adapted for winter blooming. ‘Too much praise can not be bestowed upon this. grand Ivy, and we recommend it

- above all other. Tryit for we know you will be more than pleased. It was introduced into this country about

_ two years ago, from H. Cannell of Swanley Kent, England, and is the most beautiful color ever seen among geran '_ iums; cannot be over estimated or praised, and the demand increases every year. Price, 25 cents each.

: Fan cy Leaved Geraniums. E Double Ivy Geraniums.

4 : e are growing a very choice collection of true Ivy | These beautiful Geraniums are highly esteemed for their | leaf trailing varieties in red, white and pink colors, } fine variegated foliage. Some of the varieties have very pret- | Which we are pleased to offer at 10 cts. each or 3 for 25 | ty flowers. Easy to grow and make elegant window plants. | cts. Regret we have not more room to describe it.

} Yon’t fail to include some in your order.

'Happy Thought. A tri-color Geranium, with very dark green _ foliage. having a light creamy, almost white centre, with a |) dark band about the light zone. Flowers bright scarlet. ' 12 cents each.

) Mountain of Snow. Foliage green, handsomely bordered wifh __ white: flowers scarlet; a fine bedder. 10 cents each.

)Mad. Salleroi. A very compact variety of Silver Geranium:

’ very fine for massing or bordering: a thrifty, healthy grower, | rarely reaching a height of more than 6 inches: leaves very | small, of a peculiar clear green, edged with pure white. ' 10cents each; $1.00 per dozen.

)Mrs. Pollock. Beautiful tri-colored leaf, bright bronze, belted ___with crimson and edged with broad band of golden yellow. This is the most beautiful fancy Geranium grown: with brilliant scarlet flowers, and a very desirable window plant. |. Nice strong plants 25 cents each: 5 for $1.00.

)Prince Bismark. This is the best and finest of all the bronzes. ’ Golden yellow leaf with broad dark chocolate zone. 10c. each.

Scented Geraniums.

! _ Are not grown for their flowers or bloom, but exclusively ) for the fragrance of their foliage. Indispensable for cut flower )work, button hole bouquets, etc. We offer the following choice varieties. Nutmeg. Beautiful small round foliage; one of the most fra- “grant: closely resembling the apple scented Geranium. _ 10 cents each. Oak Leaf. Leaves beautiful; black centre. with green border. _ Much resembling oak leaves; a very strong grower of dwarf _ habit. 8 cents each. Rose. This is the most popular of all Scented Geraniums; mostly used for button hole boquets. Strong vigorous up- - right grower with beautiful shade of lavender colored fiow- ers. Price, 10 cents each

‘The 3 Scented Geraniums for 25 cents. TYPES OF SCENTEL GERANIUMS

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BEDDERS,

Geraniums were natives of South Africa, from whence they were intro- duced into England as early as 1090. During the intervening centuries, and especially of recent years, their improvement has been very marked, both in the size of the individual flower and the truss, whith is wonderful when compared with the flower of a dozen years ago. Many of the single flowers are larger than a silver dollar, and the trusses are immense balls of vivid color; while in color we find from the purest white to delicate rose, |

©) | brilliant scarlet, richest crimson, and many other shades.

‘| ‘They are the most popular bedding and pot plants in cultivation. Everybody grows them because they would not know how to get along G without them. There are millions of Geraniums planted each year,and |

‘the demand is still on the increase. Nothing can be more beattiful than a

bed of Geraniums; it is a dazzling sight throughout theentiresummer.

The brighter the sunshine, the more brilliant and beautiful they become. |

‘| They seem to delight in our hot, dry summers. ‘They are equally desir- :

<| able for winter blooming, but if wanted for this purpose they should be

grown in pots and not allowed to bloom much during summer.

Geraniums are one of our specialties. We grow fully one hundred thou- sand each season, including the best new and standard varieties.

Fifteen Best Double Varieties.

‘There are a great many choice varieties of Double Geraniums, and the list is still growing larger by the addi- tion of new varieties. We have decided to cut down our general list and will offer what we consider the best fifteen varieties. We believe our patrons will appreciate this plan, as so many varieties tend to confuse the purchaser, making it difficult todecide what to order. By this plan our patrons are assured that they are getting the very

best selection that could possibly be made, embracing the widest range i colors. You can make no mistake by ordering from this collection, as we consider it a very cheice selection.

y Pi 2 Of remarkably strong, vigor- + : Everywhere considered the favorite k Alphonso Ricar * ous constitution. Flowers La F avorite. double white variety. There are very large and produced in immense trusses: color, daz- more of this variety sold than of all other double white zling vermillion scarlet. -Ivhe trusses of flowers are so varieties combined. If you want a good pure white freely produced as to nearly cover the foliage. 10 cents. Goaple eeu ost will make no mistake by ordering ae ; Exceedinely large florets and a Favorite. Price, 8 cents each. y Beaute Poitevine. truss. Color, clear bright rosy Marvel This is rightly named, as it is truly a mar- salmon, nicely shaded with orange salmon. Of remark- * vel among Geraniums. In habit it is com- ably strong, vigorous habit and a profuse bloomer. Un- pact but vigorous. Color, rich brilliant crimson; florets questionably the best double salmon yet introduced. 10c. semi-double, truss large and very freely produced. Con- _ Fi 5 A het ida in cette ee, sidered one of the best dark varieties. 10 cents each. {1reOranG. much admired for bedding. Very ef- Mrs Ha es Color, clear brilliant pink. Of dwarf. } fective and astrong grower. Price, 10 cents each. > Y * compact habit and a remarkably |

~A very: satisfactory new Geranium

Dr of Vernert. that attracted much attenticn on our

grounds last season. -Of vigorous, compact habit,and a

very profuse bloomer; truss large, florets quite double; color,-clear light scarlet. Price, 10 cents each.

Frances Perkins. 4,,2727¢ variety:

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and truss very large; color. 10 Price, clear deep pink, upper petals marked white. 10 cents. TS gi : A beautiful double variety, Sultana. Bright rosy pink, marked with pure —

Emily de Girardin. of easy culture and a fine

bloomer. Flowers borne on large truss of deep shade of pink. Sure toplease. Price, 8 cents each.

Grand Chancellor, We have etown this erand

Geranium for twenty years, and still retain it as one of the best dark varieties. Col- or, very dark scarlet, heavily shaded maroon. Of excel- lent habit and a free bloomer. Price, 10 cents each.

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beauty of the individual flowers, ‘its glowing brilliant scarlet color, the sturdy habit and magnificent growth, make this varlety rank first among Geraniums. Price, 10 cents each. ;

free bloomer. There are several good pink varieties, but none better than Mrs. Hayes. Price, 10 cents.

Queen of Fairies, Latesroun4. double flowers:

color, blush white with rich flesh-colored centre. Strong grower; very desirable, one of the very best varieties for bedding, on account of its standing the dry, hot summer weather so well.

: white; a pleasing color. A- very strong and upright grower which will give general satisfaction everywhere. Price, 8 cents

W f It i far Ps ce . P. Simmons, 1s of dwarf. compact habit

E : and. a very abundant bloom- er. Color, bright orange-scarlet. Flowers of good size well above the foliage. Price, 8 cents each.

Wu. Ptitzee.

color, clear orange-salmon, distinctly edged with white. Makes.an excellent pot plant and is the most distinct and showy of the fancy Bicolor Geraniums. Should haye a placein every collection. Price, 10 cents each.

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THESET OF FIFTEEN CHOICE GERANIUMS FOR ONLY ONE DOLLAR, POSTPAID.

LARGE GERANIUMS BY EXPRESS.

To meet the demand for large Geraniums we have grown a fine stock, including all the best Single and Double These plants will be 9 to 10 inches high, well branched and set with buds and flowers.

varieties, in 4-inch pots.

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We have adopted the same plan in listing Single Geraniums as we doin double varieties, selecting the very best varieties embracing the wildest possible range in colors, and dropping out varieties that are not superior in color and other qualities. There are many mew varieties each year, a few of which are really superior to the standard old varieties, the balance only ordinary or are very inferior. It is our earnest desire to furnish our patrons only such as possess Sterling merit and will give perfect satisfaction. The following are the very best.

Countess de la Pott. Immense trusses of blush white flowers with bright rosy salmon centre. One of the most persistant bloomers and un- Surpassed for bedding or pot culture: a fine Geranium for windew decoration. 10 cents.

Camille Bernardin. A fine new Geranium; quite distinct in color. Flowers and trusses quite large; color, a rich rosy peach, veined with bright rose, streaked and marbled with white. In the style of the old “Peach Blossom,” but a great improvement on that variety: always in demand. Price, 15cents.

=) General Grant. This is not of late introduction, but one of the most satisfactory single scarlet Geraniums we grow for bedding. Flowers medium size on enormous truss; color, a clear dazzling scarlet: a remarkably free bloomer and highly recommended- for winter flowering. Price, 10 cents,

G. W. Earl. Flowers very large, blush white with a deep rosy salmon centre; a very con- stant bloomer and one of the best for pot cul- ture. We believe this variety will give splen- did satisfaction. Price 10 cents.

Mad. Bruant. (Auriole.) Totally distinct from any other variety, having created a great sensation when first introduced. Plant vig- orous and free flowering: fine truss with large flowers, ground color being blush white veined r4 a! aie : with carmine lake, the five petals regularly

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| Juliet. A very distinct shade in Geraniums. Color, a pecu-

liar shade of light pink clouded with lavender. One of the | most profuse bloomers in the entire collection. Entirely | different in color from all other varieties: a constant winter iF

bloomer. Price, 10 cents

La Vestal. A very dwarf, compact grower and splendid win- ter bloomer, color being pure white, of large size and fine form. Very vigorous and sure to give satisfaction. This is the only single white variety on our list, as we consider it the best grown. 10 cents.

Mrs. Anthony. A pure salmon Geranium with white eye. Flowers medium in size, but produced in such great abun- dance as to literally cover the plant. A splendid winter bloomer. A very strong grower and should be in every garden; a splendid window plant and a very effective sort; sure to please. Price 10 cents.

Mrs. E. G. Hill. A most distinct and pleasing shade of light salmon: immense trusses of large florets measuring 2 inches in diameter. The trusses are extremely large, of fine form: of remarkably strong, vigorous hab.t. Probably the best of all single salmon Geraniums. It belongs to the Bruant

| class. Price, 15 cents.

Pink Beauty. The finest Single Pink Geranium we have yet seen. A very dwarf, compact grower and a free bloomer. Florets perfect in form: color, clear, rich, deep, rosy pink; base of upper petals marbled white. A choice variety. 15c.

The set of $0 Single Geraniums postpaid for $1.00.

THE GRANDEST NEW SINGLE GERANIUM.

a5 if h 99 The latest and best Single Geranium of recent introduction. It is aseedling; parentage, Mrs.

€ egrap +. FE. G. Hilland Wonder:a robust grower, foliage dark green with zone; flowers single, of im- meénse Size, rich, deep orange cerise in color. Was gilt-edged through every test since its introduction. It is unsur- passed for bedding out. Indispensible for conservatory or window. Its mammoth size, beautiful color, strong habit of growth, and remarkable productiveness, gives it a place on the market above all others. Awarded Certificate of Merit by the Duchess County Horticultural Soctety, and New York Florests Club. Price, 50 cts. by mail postpaid.

TWO GRAND NEW SINGLE GERANIUMS.

Hall Cain. Thelargest and most perfect single genanium Wonder. This is decidedly the finest Single Geranium we todate. Individual florets sometimes reaching 2/2 to3| have yetseen. Flower stalks 15 inches long and very inches in diameter: color, intense cherry scarlet. Grand rigid, bearing enormous trusses composed of immense

Geranium, its remarkable size and brilliant color at-|~° circular florets of bright crimson scarlet, individual tracting attention everywhere. A magnificent variety}. florets averaging 2 inches or more in diameter. This for winter blooming. We have never been able to grow variety has the largest floret, the finest truss, the

this in large quantity as there is always So much de- longest stem and the best color among the single red mand for it. Order early. We offer them in single Geraniums. Never yet been able to supply the demand. plants only at 30 cts. each. Price, 25 cents each.

place in early spring, and when. through blooming

stored in.a warnt cellar where’ the bulbs will not freeze. The accompanying illustration is from a photograph sent

“us by a gentleman in Vermont, and illustrates his success with bulbs purchased from usin March. What he has done you can do also; indeed, there is nothing offered in this catalogue that will give better satisfaction than our Gloxinia bulbs. Weimport annually large quantities of these bulbs direct from an extensive grower in Belgium, and almost invariably the supply runs out before the season is over. We handle only the first size blooming bulbs an inch or morein diameter. We offer first size blooming bulbs only, in the following four separate colors 5

- Pure White, Very large flower; free bloomer. 10,cents. Blue. A beautiful colorin a flower. 10 cents.

Scariet.. Fine color of intense scarlet. 10 cents.

FOUR CHOICE GLOXINIAS.

A most charming class of summer-flowering bulbs that are as easily grown and cared for as many of our most common flowers. ‘They will bloom in six or eight weeks from thé time the dry bulbs are planted and will continue in bloom for fully three months. ‘The usual time of flowering is from June to September. ‘They should be grown ina moderately shady situation, as the bright sun burns their foliage when wet, making brown spots appear. Keep the bulbs in pots in the house or on the veranda, in boxes or little frames outside, and you will have them in bloom all

summer. ‘They are certainly the most magnificent pot plant grown. ‘Their large, velvety green leaves are sur- mounted with a cluster of lovely trumpet-shaped flowers of the most exquisite coloring. Start the bulbs in a warm

The-set of four choice varieties for only 35 cents; two sets 60 cents; four sets for $1.00; postpaid.

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Spotted. Pretty spotted flowers; very attractive. 10cts.

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Grevilla Robusta.

Australian Silk Oak. A splendid fern-leaved evergreen plant which should be grown by everybody, as it makes a magnificent pot plant for all sorts of decorative purposes, possessing a pecul- iar airy gracefulness not found in any other plant. ‘The dust, heat and gas of our living rooms have no visible effect on it. It is as effective asa Palm. It may be planted in the open ground in the South, where it will grow to a large size and produce a pro- fusion f pretty yellow flowers. In the North where it is not hardy, its great value is as a decorative plant, for which it has no superior. In our estimation Grevilla Robusta is one of the most desirable decorative plants grown. Price 10 cents each.

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largely grown in England. The leaves are much used for cut- flower work. Price, 8 cents each; 4 for 25 cents. + ick pete

Japonica Argentea. A beautiful variety with small green leaves, broadly margined with creamy white. ‘This variety is the finest of all the variegated Ivies. Price, 15 cents each. g

German, or Parlor Ivy. A very rapid grower, with smooth, glos- sy, light green leaves and small yellow flowers. ‘This variety - is unsurpassed for window decoration. Price. 10 cents each.

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ydrangeas.

We know of no plant that is more useful asa decorative pot Gr tub plant for the porch or veranda than the gracetul Hydranyvea. Their

immense close panicles of bloom are wonderfully showy: being of ea~\ | culture they increase in size and beauty from year to year, beginninu to bloom early in the spring and continuing throughout the entire summer. A well grown specimen is a beautiful sight, remaining in bloom along time. They should be wirtered ina cool cellar anda little freezing will not injure them.

| New Red Branched. Much attention has been attracted By this hand-

some Hydrangea the past year from the remarkable flowers it has

produced. We consider this vari®ty the most elegant Hydrangea grown for pot culture or for tubs, the branches and flower stems be- ing a deep reddish purple, almost black, making it very distinct.

Immense trusses of bright rosy carmine flowers, changing to blue:

the beautiful dark green foliage and reddish purple stems being in

contrast with large trusses of rosy carmine flowers. 15c. ; 2 for 25c.

é Hortensia. This is the favorite old variety. Introduced “rom Japan and China. It has large green glossy foliage, and produces im- mense heads of beavtiful pink flowers in great profusion. The plant is very vigorous in growth and thrives best ina shady situ- aticn with a plentifu supply of water. Price 10 cents.

Monstrosa. A valuable new variety claimed to be an improvement on the Japanese Oiaska, the flowers being almost double the size: and its free blooming qualities are unequaled by any plant we know of. The color at first is a deep rich pink, gradually changiny to almost white. Blossoms have been measured 12 inches in len gth

: by 8 to10 inches through. A beau- tiful flower. 15c each; 2 for 25 cts.

Thos. Hogg. One of the very best white varieties ever introduced, having been grown for more than twenty years. Trusses are very large, of pure snow white flowers measuring fifteen or more inches in diameter. The plants attain a height and width of six feet when fully grown, with high cultivation. A fine cemetery plant. Very pro- fusé bloomer and universally pop- ular. If you want only one Hy- drangea this is the one we can highly recommend. Price, 15 cents each; 2 for 25 cents.

Otaska. A Japanese variety, used extensively for Easter decorations. They are also peculiarly effective when grown as large specimens in tubs for he decoration of the lawn in summer. Fiowers are large, bright pink tinted with blue. Bloom profusely. Do not forget this elegant plant* when ordering

MONSTROSUS.

“MARIESL”

One of the most novel and distinct Hydrangeas ever introduced. In growth it somewhat resembles the | Red Branch but the color of the; flower is quite distinct. It is espec- ially remarkable for the large size of the individual flowers and trusses, which are a foot or more across on good specimens, Color, a beautiful light pink tinted mauve. Give this new Hydrangea a trial and you will ¢ be pleased with it. Price 25 cents.

Hydrangea Paniculata.

Hardy everywhere; unsurpassed for planting in large masses or as single specimens. Immense white panicles from July untilfrost. ‘The richer the soil the larger the panicles. Should be cut back every spring; of easy culture. Fine for cemetery planting. 10 cts, each; 3 for 25 cts. Strong blooming field-grown plants

25c.: 3 for $1.00. Extra large 35 cts.; OR a collection. It is considered one 3 for $1.00, by express. GIGANTEA HIBISCUS. of the best. Is sure to give satis- Boks P 1» ; faction as a decorative plant. 10c.

Six Choice Chinese Hibiscus. A

These are summer flowering Shrubs that were originally introduced from Asia and China. The different varieties all produce very showy flowers;.indeed there are few if any plants more strikingly beautiful and attractive.than the Hibiscus, with their bright, glossy green foliage and magnificent flaming flowers. Give plenty of water when growing, and syringe frequently.

Gigantea. This is what the name implies, being the largest single &

dazzling scarlet we ever grew; flowers often 7 to 8 inches across. Rich Z

and striking; sure to please all. Price, 15 cents each.

Rubra. The grandest of all red Hibiscu§, very much resembling a large, gorgeous Peony, being very double, of a rich, bright cherry red; of fine texture and a splendid bloomer. Bush blooms when 12 to 15inches high: Highly recommended. Price, 15 cents each.

Peachblow. A fine plant novelty. Flowers double, 6 to 8 inches in di- ameter, and of a charming delicate clear pink color, with asmall, deep*crimson centre; entirely new. An abundant bloomer; some- @j times on Small plants flowers come semi-double, but very double on BGs large plants. We offer two sizes; price, 20 cents.

Sub Violaceons. Flowers immense in size; probably the largest variety of Hibiscus, being fully 8inches in diameter. ‘Color, beautiful rosy carmine, tinted with violet. Of strong, upright growth. An excel-

.-lent variety. Price, 15 cents each.

“Versicolor. Strong, robust grower, bearing large single flowers entire- ly distinct from all others; striped and shaded with pink, white, crim- V. son, etc., combining in its flowers all colors of the whole family. A pa beautiful free bloomer; very- showy. Price, 10 cents.

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for the delightful fragranceof their flowers. It is admirably adapted for bedding in the sum- mer, or for pot culture, as they will bloom free-

They require a sunny location, as they do not do well wken grown in the shade. Very de- sirable for house culture, a single plant filling a whole room with perfume.

Mad. Bruant. Unquestionably oneof the finest varieties we have everseen. Plant of dwart habit, though a strong and vigorous grower: It produces the largest truss of flowers of any yariety we have ever grown. ‘The flowers are large, purple with a large white eye. The plants will flower freely during the summer, and then can be removed to the house for winter blooming. 10 cents.

Snow Wreath. The nearest approach to pure

truss large, color white, slightly tinted with blue. A very pretty and sweet scented var- iety. A splendid bedding sort, and should bein every collection. Price, 10 cents.

J. A. Garfield. This is a very nice distinct Heliotrope, -with large trusses of yiolet flow- ers of light centre. Strong upright grower;

MADAM BRUANT. One each of the above for only 25 cents, : Ever-blooming Weeping Lantana.

Unquestionably one of the most satisfactory plants , for baskets, vases, etc. Of grace- ful drooping habit, and literally covered with pretty rosy lilac flow- ers of a distinct pleasing colcr. We have frequently counted from four hundred to five hundred flowers on , a basket at one time... We intro- duced this beautiful plant a few years ago and have sold thousands ani thousands of them. 10 cents each: 3 for 25cents. 8 for 50 cents by mail postpaid.

Montbretias.

This extremely brilliant and graceful summer-flowering bulb throws up several flower stalks, which are loaded with ‘slightly droopy spikes, tke whole making a lovely display of cotor. Flowers are trum pet-shaped, with six petals - well turned back: color, intense orange; a clump makes a showy sight; al-oused asa piecein a vase

Jasamines. -

A desirable class of shrubs and vines. Noted for the de # lightfui fragrance of their pretty 1% flowers. They are all hardy in|} } the south, but. should be treated like the Hydrangea in the north and wintered inthe cellar.

Catalonian. (Grandiflora.) The old favorite. Of climbing habit and blooming continually. Star-shaped, pure white fra- grant flowers. 8 cents.

Grascillinum. A very profuse bloomer, producing clusters of pure white flowers during the

“winter-months. Price,-10 cts,

Maid of Or'eans. Of upright, bushy habit and a perpetual bloomer. Large, double, pure white, fragrant flowers: Very fine. Price, 10 cents.

Revolutum. Of half climbing habit.“ Golden yellow, fra-| grant flowers. A perpetual bloomer. Price, 8 cents..-

Nud-flora. Hardy, | producing} * handsome bell-shaped’ yellow flowers in the spring. Price, 8.cents. : Si : = :

1 each of the above for 35 cts. WEEPING LANTANA.

- Lantanas, or Shrubby Verbena.

The brilliant colors, robust growth and profuse blooming habit of the Lantana, render it one of the most desirable bedding plants that grows. ~The flowers embrace the most deli- cate shades of white, cream, orange, sulphur, etc., changing in color as they develop. Unsurpassed for bedding.

~ Gold Cup. Palecreamy yellow in color, with rich orange centre. very attractive. Price, 10 cents each.

Harkett’s Perfection. Foliage marbled yellow: flowers buff and pink in color. Price, 8 cents each.

Innocence. Pure white with delicate lemon yellow centre, often pure white. Price, 8 cents each.

Mad. Mail. Flowers buff, changing to lilac, centre of flower orange. A strong grower. Price, 8 cents.

-Fine New Lantana.

Amiel. This variety stands out by itself and will provea standard of value among Lantanas. It grows about a foot high. It approaches the trailing Lantana in habit, as the first growth droops toward the ground and successive growths rise above these untilit forms a dome-shaped plant, covered solid with bloom of the highest shade of orange red, with gold- encentre. It is certainly a leader Among bedding plants. = : Price, 20 cents each; 2 for 35 cents. LANTANA FLOWER.

tion ard praise from all who see it. Price, 35 cents per dozen.

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NEW EVERBEARING

Probably no plant has been introduced in recent years that has attracted more attention, and that has more real merit than the American Wonder Lemon. Think of a tree only two or three years old bearing mammoth fruit 3 to 4 inches in diam- eter and weighing 2 to 2% pounds. In addition to its fruit bearing qualities, it makes a very handsome specimen plant for house culture. The dark green foliage is large and hand- some and the pure waxy: white flowers with yellow stamens are nearly as large as Tuberoses and fragrant as Orange blossoms, “4 which they closely resemble. it is of very easy culture, flower- ing and fruiting with ordinary treatment. Weareoffering the genuine American Wonder Lemon, having purchased our stock direct from the originator, who stii! owns the original tree. We guaranteeevery tree sold by us to produce the same large fruit; no budding or grafting necessary. If you want something really fine and which your neighbor: will not have, order the American Wonder Lemon. Price, nic 2% inch pot plants, well rooted, 20 cts. F=——=—=====—~~"—}] each; 2 for 35 cents; 5for60cts. Large

plants, by express only, 50 cts., 75 cts. WE SOLD _

and $1.00, according to size. MORE THAN : TWENTY

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ORANGE AND LEMON TREES LAST SEASON, EVIDENCE OF THEIR GREAT POPULARITY.

Otaheite Orange.

A grand pot plant of great beauty and novelty. It isa dwarf orange that grows, blooms and fruits freely in pots, even when only a foot or two high. The 7) fruit is about one-half the size of the cas ordinary orange, and is very Sweet and luscious. The blooms are produced in the greatest abundance, are delicate and beau- tiful in color, and rich in delicious perfume. It blooms most freely during the winter, although it is very likely to bloom at all times of the year. oe one or two plants ae can —a Taise an abundance of fragrant blossoms. rice, strong young plants 15 cents each; 3 for 35 cents. ee ee ne Bushy plants from three-inch pots, six toeight inches high, that will blossom and bear next year, 25 cents Double Oleander. each, postpaid. Larger plants, by express, 50 cents, 75 cents and $1.00 each.

The Oleander is an old-fashioned shrub known to every- Lody, and cultivated everywhere in southern countries. In the North the Oleander is a common house plant, being grown in tubs for summer decoration, and ranking in popularity after the Sweet Bay and Hydrangea. They are of easy cult- ure and well adapted to city conditions. ‘Their chief troubles are scale and mealy bug. he scale should. be sponged off: the mealy bug is easily dislodged by the hose and water. ‘The double varieties are becoming more fashionable, and we offer the following choice varieties in strong plants:

Rosea This beautiful variety has double pink flowers of 7 * a lovely shade; of easy culture and a free bloomer. Price, 15 cents each.

Age A very beautiful double, pure

Lillian Henderson. white variety with extra large flowers, and one of the best for decoration. Very fragrant and always scarce. Price, 25 cents each.

Leutea ‘This is the nearest approach to yellow. Flowers

t * are semi-double, being a beautiful primrose yel- low; very fragrant and a free bloomer. We offer a very fine stock of this sort. Price, 20 cents each.

The set of three Oleanders for 50 cts., postpaid. Splendens Variegata. (iat win certalniy become

popular. This new variety closely resembles the common variety, except the foliage, which is quite distinct and at- tractive, each leaf being dark green with a distinct creamy- yellow margin. A well grown specimen wi'l always attract attention. In fact, it is a beautiful decorative plant, if it did not bloom at all; but when in full bloom itis a plant that has few equals. Price, 25 cents each.

Pancrateum.

The Great Ismene. Those who are familiar with the true Giant Ismene cannot say enough in praise of its beauty. The flowers are of very large size, like an Amaryllis, novel form, and of snowy whiteness; exceedingly fragrant. Sends up tall flower stems, which bear several magnificent blossoms. Asa pot plant itis grand; and asa garden bulb, treated likea Gladiolus, it is one of the choicest of all flowers. It is super-

SS — ior to the Bermuda Easter Lily asa flowering bulb. Strong OTAHEITE ORANGE. flowering bulbs, 30 cents each; 4 for $1.00; postpaid.

Cardi al This is surely a marvel among berries, and if you do not grow Cardinal you will make a great mis- In. * take. There is nothing that equals it for quality, productiveness and size.

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; 9 6 CG usticia Carnea.

Brazilian Plume Plant. ‘This is a very interesting plant that has been recently introduced from Brazil. They are of the easiest possible culture. A very strong, upright grower that produces fine, plume-like clusters of delicate pink flowers; the end of each petal drooping in a most charming manner. ‘They bloom so freely that Plants only a few-months old are literally covered with flowers. Un- der side of the leaves is a beautiful metallic purple. A fine plant for pot culture. ~ 15 cents each.

White Moonflower.

Ipomea Grandiflora. A plant that grows and blooms well with every one. If planted out in the rich ground where it has full ex- posure to the sun, it will attain a height of 40 feet by the middle of October, blooming the entire season. ‘The flowers are pure white, from 5 to 6 inches in diameter, emitting a rich Jessamine odor at night. They begin toopen about sundown, anid close before noon the following day. Price, 10 cents each; 3 for 25 cents.

Blue Moonflower.

Ipomea Learii. This makes a splendid companion to plant with the white ‘‘Moon Flower.’’ ‘The flowers are the most intense violet | | blue, with reddish purple rays, and are six inches across. ‘Thereis ‘}: nothing of its color that exceeds in richness the flowers of Ipomea Learii. Price 10 cents each; 3 for 25 cents. (See cut.)

Pilea, Artillery Plant.

This is a beautiful and interesting plant from the West Indies. It has fine moss-like foliage and small pink flowers, which when { opening produce a snapping sound and a little cloud of smoke. 8 cts.

Peperomia.

Silver-Striped. So thick and waxy-like are the leaves of this parlor gem that nearly every one takes it to be an ar- tificial plant. ‘The leaves are

“Portage.”

Is the name of a splendid: new Gooseberry. ‘This is the 5 first time it has been offer- ed to the public, though it

distinctly variegated white and green and have the ap- pearance of being powdered with frosted silver. Few plants could be more useful for table decoration, and none will stand ill-usage so readily. Its small spikes of Mingonette-like flow- ers are interesting. 10c. cach.

Paris Daisies.

A popular class of plants of the easiest culture, producing in the greatest profusion single daisy-like flowers, two inches in diameter. Will not stand freezing. ‘Two varieties, pure white and golden yellow. Nice

has been well and favorably known in Portage County, O. for the last 12 or 15 yeas, We have our stock direct from the originator

Size, beauty and auality in fruits are indispensable fac- tors to produce popularity with the consumer. Added to these, in the producer’s in- terests, are productiveness, hardiness, and freedom irom disease: These area sum to- tal of qualities that makes it pay to grow the ‘‘Portage.” Lt ts the best Gooseberry ever offered. More fully described

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SILVER STRIPED PEPEROMIA.

Pelargoniums.

Lady Washington Geraniums. These are natives of the Cape of Good Hope, and were introduced into England as early as 1690. The Fancy and Show Pelargoniums are unsuitable for bedding out, but are admirably adapted for pot culture in the window garden. ‘The improved large flowering varieties are undoubtedly the most beautiful of all Geraniums. As ~ specimen plants for green house or conservatory decoration — they have decided merit. ‘There are few. cultivated plants that make a more beautiful display when they receive the care and attention they need. ‘They should be potted ina light compost; not too rich,, into small sized pots; after potting give a thorough soaking with water.

February and March are the months when the most growth ismade, and at this time they should be materially stimu- lated by the judicious use of artificial manures, which may, if necessary, be continued until they come into bloom. » After blooming they require a period of rest, therefore water spar- ingly, until the leaves turn yellow from thoroughly ripened growth. Cut out all weak and tender growths, repot in Sept.

We are pleased to offer a very choice selection of the large flowering varieties, in various colors and shades. When two or more are ordered we alwa*s send two or more varieties. Price, fine 3inch pot plants, 25 cents each; 3 for 65 cents.

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- Golden Star Oxalis.

Upright Oxalis, or Star of Bethlehem. Few new plants will give better satisfaction than this, asit isa perpetual bloomer in every Sense of the word. It is full of bloom, when grown in a pot of good soil and with ordinary care. It grows ‘as freely as a Geranium in any situation. Itisashrubby plant, like a Geranium or Fuchsia without buds, in which respect it differs from other Oxalis. It grows twelve to eighteen inches in height, branching freely, and loaded at My all times with clusters of bright golden, star-shaped flow- \@W/” we © ers, which ao not close at night like other Oxalis. Beautiful \Wa” as the flowers are, it is still a splendid plant without them, re on account ot its highly ornaniental foliage. The leaves

_are three-lobed, dark olive green above, and a beautiful, shining metallic crimson purple underneath, and wine- colored stems. Price, 25 cents each.

Pansy Plants.

My Pansies may be successfully grown from seed started in _ early spring, but much better results may be obtained by ordering plants ready started, from seed son during au- “ tumn and early winter. We offer a very ine mixture grown from our celebrated International Mixed Seeds. ‘Pansies should be planted in deep, rich, moist soil; {he Ticher the better; and if nice large flowers are wanted throughout the summer, plant in a partially shaded sijtua- tion, where they will be protected from the hot midday sun.

Keep the flowers picked off as they open aud they will ss I Aes : aN bloom much more freely. Price, nice small plants, 20 cents | UNNTTNNT Nea l] ‘ST

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Hardy Garden Pinks.

The old-fashioned “‘Sweet May Pinks” are among our most valuable hardy garden plants. ‘They are perfectly hardy, of dwarf, compact form, making them desirable for bordering beds, -cemetery planting, etc. Their exquisite fragrance and pretty fringed flowers should secure them a place in every garden. “Abbottsford. A beautiful deep carmine, marbled white variety,

and one ci the best. Perfectly double: clove scented. 8c; 4 for 25c. Old Fashioned. The grand oid variety of our grandmother’s gar-

den. Color, a beautiful deep rose; very fragrant. 8c; 4 for 25c. Her Majesty. This is the best large, perfectly double white Pink grown. Very fragrant. Quite hardy, and especially adapted for cemetery planting. 10 cents each; 6 for 50 cents; 15 for $1.00. White Witch. A fine new variety. Pure white, semi-double, beautifully fringed and of exquisite fragrance. 8 cts.: 4 for 25c.

Souy. de Sale. Very-strong grower. Flowers large, perfectly double and beautifully fringed. Color, delicate blush, chang- ing to pure white. Price, 8 cents each; four for 25 cents.

The full set of Pinks, one of each, for only 40 cents.

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Plumbagos.

p 7 This ?s 2 splendid Capensis, Alba. joni32 Phe ex- act counterpart of Plumbago Capensis, except in color, which in this beautiful novelty is a clear white. One of the most satisfactory bedding plants out. We rec- ommend this highly Price, 10 cents each.

‘ This produces large Capensis, Ce ee tinct bie flowers. It has the most peculiar shade of blue of any flower in cultivation. Always in bloom and arrelegant bedder. 15 cents.

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No bulb is so valuable for edging the bor- ders of walks or flower beds as the beautiful flowering Oxalis. Planted 3 inches apart thcy produce an unbroken row of elegant foli- age and pretty flowers. Planted first of May will bloom by first of June. We offer several colors mixed at 15c doz: $1 per 100; postpaid.

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Choice Decorative Plants.

Below we offer a choice collection of plants suitable for decarative purposes, and wish tosay, whenever possible, we wouid advise haying these plants shipped by express, especially when they are above 50 cent plants, as we can leave all the soil on the roots, without disturbing the growth: Fhe plants will be more sure to live and give better satisfaction. : j

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he ; was very high and beyond: the reach of ordinary plant buyers. Weimported a NEU fine lot from Japan and offer them very low so as to be within the reach of all. Mites le It is probably the most-valuable decorative plant grown; both for lawn and

pee || | M house decoration. The heavy, glossy deep green fronds resist alike the gas, dust _

Paaneiera and changes of temperature to which house plants are frequently exposed. It

must besent by express; too large to mail. Price, nice specimen plants,3to5

== =r leaves, 50 to 75 cents each; 6 to 8 leaves, $1.00 to $1.25 each; 9 to 12 leaves, $1.50to

OYOAS REVOLUTA: $2.00 each; 13 to 20 leaves, $3.00 to $5.00 each. 3

‘ s . ZZ Y,y tty ¥. Phrynium Variegatum. “<7 Musa Ensete. 3 An elegant foliage plant which is very \ Z Abyssinian Banana. We know of no 4 faithfully depicted in the accompanying other plant that produces so striking ef- cut, though it conveys no idea of the ex- ¥77 fect as a well grown Musa. It is of re — quisite variegation of the leaves. Its fK&é markably rapid growth, a small plant ~ manner of growth is like that of a Can- attaining a heightof 3 to 10 feet inone — na, the leaves borne on erect foot-stalks season. If you want to astonish your ~ about a foot high, with spreading blades neighbors, order a Musa. Plantit about — of oblong lanceolate form 6-to-9 inches, y| June Ist in a sheltered position, protect- long and 3 to4 inches broad. ‘They are Z, ed from strong wind and where it will ~ bright, pale green, beautifully variega- have plenty of sunshine. ‘The deeper — ted with white and- gold, the variega- and richer the soil the better will be the <

tions being extremely diversitficd. In some leaves the whole area is white, in | others only one-half, in others again it is confined to the interspaces between two or three of the nerves, while in others it is reduced to a few stfipes. It is very free growing and one of the most orna-. mental plants imaginable. It may be bedded out Same as the Canna, and the tubers wintered over lilie the G.adicli, or it may be kept growing the year round asapotplant. Itismanaged with per- fect ease, and is sure to delight all who grow it. Price, 25 cents each.

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“Screw Pine.’’ This is one of the most satisfactory and desirable ornamental ! foliage plants. Unsurpassed for the centre of vases and baskets, or for growing as a single specimen pot plant for table dcccra- tion. It is of the easiest culture, and is par- ticularly adapted for ‘room culture, as its hard glossy green foliage withstands the dry atmosphere and gasses soprevalent from heat- ers. Sometimes called “‘Screw Pine,’? owing to the peculiar arrangement of its leaves on the stem. Price, nice young plants, from 2% inch pots, 20 cents each. 4inch pot plants 40 cents each.

Ficus Elastica.

This is the well known India. Rubber tree of commerce. It is generally considered one of the most ‘satisfactory plants for garden or table decoration. Its wonderfully thick, leath- ery leaves enable it to stand excessive heat and dryness, while its deep glossy green color always presents a cheerful aspect. It is partic- ularly adapted to house culture. It is estima- ted that from 75,000 to 80,000 Rubber Plants

were sold in America during the past year.

There are several varieties of the Rubber Plant, but the true Ficus Elastica is the best, both for house, or. as a specimen plant.

Ficus Elastica, or the Rubber Plant, as it is known allover this country, is perhaps the most popular and satisfactory house plant that has ever been cultivated. The long, shining, beautiful, glossy green leaves endure the dry air of a living room as well or better than most any other plant. ‘This is the rea- son everybody likes it so well. order some of them. Price, nice plants with 4 to 5 leaves, 40 cents. Large specimens, by express, 50.75 and $1.00, according to size,

PHRYNIUM VARIEGATUM.

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result. Water freely in dry weather. Should beincluded in every order. Ready first of May. Price, strong young plants, ~ 25 centseach. Large plants, 75centsto — $1.00 each, by express.

Norfolk Island Pine.

Araucaria Excelsa. The most elegant and symmetrical evergreen in cultiva- — ! tion, and for this reason is very popular ~ as an ornamental plant for home-decora- _ tion. Its nicely balanced growth, deep green, finely-cut, fern-like foliage, give it a grace and beauty of appearance une- | qualcd in. the plant. kingdom.- If-used ;| as a house plant it thrives best in a cool 4 room, where the temperature is not over

= 60 degrees at night, and should be placed Nice strong plants 8 to 10 inches, $1.00; 12 t015

near the light. inches, $1.25; 15 to 18 inches; $1.75. Must be sent by express.

FICUS ELASTICA.

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Phoenix Canariensis.

The Phoenix are all rapid growing Palms of very easy cult- ‘ure, succeeding with almost any ae of treatment.

‘Canary Island Palm. ,X°

er Palm has gained so speedily in

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_ public favor the last few years as this-handsome habitue of the Cana-

_ ry Islands. This Palm belongs to - the pinnate class, which means that its branches are feather-shaped. These branches are long, gracefully arched, and are borne in luxuriant abundance. ‘We offer only one size: | strong 3-inch pot plants 25 cts. each.

Areca Lutescens.;

! There is no Palm quite so graceful’ as the-Areca for-house decoration, par- AY ticularly when they attain consider- » = <=> able size. One.of the most graceful ENTIA = Va _and popular Palms in cultivation, and E mo EA at the same time one of the easiest to 8 L = grow. The foliage islight‘glossy green ~~ on slender golden-yellow stems. Grows rapidly and soon makes beautiful specimens. <A fine decorative plant = i of very graceful habit. Its long, slender, gracefui foliage = ae pro- _duces a pleasing effect. Strong 2-inch pot plants 25 cents; large plants, _ 18 to 20 inches, 75 cents to $1.00; extra large, $1.50 to.$2.50.

—— Chamrop’s Excelsi = amrops Excelsia. _. The hardiest of all the Palms, and realiy a fine decorative plant. Will _ thrive under almost any kind of treatment. A very useful Palm in every particular, and should- be included in every collection. (See cut.) Price, y nice strong young plants ote 4-inch ae only 30 cents each; 4 for $1.00. PREMIUMS. , We recognize the fait that in every community there a are those of our patrons who are willing, and have the _ time, to go around among friends and neighbors and take orders for our Seeds and Plants... This we. want to encourage, as it is a mutual _ benefit: You help to extend our-trade, we pay vou CASH for your work. _ We know you can obtain orders for our goods where we could not; because ; your plain statement that you know our Seeds and’Plants to be reliable, would be convincing, while our printed statement might be rejected. Our “AGENT’s OuTFIT”’ can be secured for 10 cents; it will contain an Ronit catalogue, order blanks for agents only, sample packets of Seeds and

full information concerning cash commissions paid for securing order.

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PALMS.

In order to meet the increased demand for these grand decorative plants, we have grown an immense stock of fine young plants of most varieties. It might be well to state here that young Palms do not always resemble the gna keer oc the characteristic leaves ushally appear the second year. Wedeliver the small plants by mail, postpaid; the large plants must be sent by express.

Chinese Fan Palm.

’ ’ $a oo Latania Borbonica. This is ical Palm and is more largely grown than all other varieties combined (possibly ex- cepting the Kentias). Its vigorous, healthy habit, large glossy green, fan-like leaves commend it toall. Nothing is moresatis- factory aS a decorative plant than a well grown specimen of Latania. One import- ant feature is that as they increase in size they become more valuable. ‘This is the Palm from which the Chinese Palm Fans are made. We grow them in large quan- tities, now having a large house full of them. Price, one-year-old plants, 8 to 10 inches high, 10 cents each. Strong 2-year- old plants, from 3-inch pots, just begin- ning to show characteristic leaves, 25 cts, 4-inch pot plants, 12 to 15 inches high, 35 cents. 5-inch pot size, 50 to 75 cts. Large specimens, $1.00 to $2.00.

Kentias.

Another grand Palm that is becoming very popu- It differs from the Latania in being of a more upright habit, with beautiful gracefully arching foli- age. ‘There are two varieties of Kentias—Bel more- ana and Fosteriana. ‘The former, however, is the more desirable, being of dwarfer and more spread-

ing habit; the latter being taller and hay- ing heavier, broader foliagé.. Kentias are very hardy and of easy culture, and are not affected by the dust and dry atmos- phere of the house. Were we to grow only one Palm, it would be Kentia Belmoreana. We have a large and fine stock that will be certain to please.

Grows shorter, more

Belmoreana. compact and spread-

ing than Fosteriana: makes very grace- ful, perfect Specimens, and is more de- sirable, particularly in the smaller sizes. Price, 1l-year-old plants, 6 inches: high, with 2 to 3 fine leaves, 20 cents each. Three inch pot plants, 8 to 10 inches high, 30 cents. Four inch pot plants, 4 to 5 leaves, 12 to 15 inches high, nice specimens, 50 cts. Five inch pot plants, 15 to 18 inches high, 75 cents. Large plants, 18 to 30 inches high, $1.00 to $3.00.

A taller and more rap-

Fosteriana. id grower than Belmo-

reana: very popular and desirable. Price same as Belmoreana.

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* ‘ ff eo s ‘ eae , , aa Chinese Primroses. | (Primula Sinensis Fimbriata.) Pe The Chirese Primrose is. unquestionably one of the | most satisfactory and desirable classes | of plants to grow for winter blooming. | They are of the easiest possible cul- | ture, and with ordinary treatment ~} will bloom profusely the entire winter and spring. Unlike any other plants, |}, they thrive best in a rather cool situ- |}! ation and are therefore admirably | adapted for winter blooming. They |) arenot particusar as to situation and } are never bothered with insects of any |, kind. In fact.it is a plant that will — thrive and bloom in any window for — 4t@>any one that will give it any reason- | Gflable chance. We offer them in singh S flowering varieties only. ~~ . In growing Primroses from seed for } ’ winter blooming, it is best to sow about — March or April. Sow in-shallow boxes about two inches in depth; the soil used — “a=, Should be good friable loam, sifted fine 2 and pressed down with a smooth board on this sow the seed and press them — inte the scil, after which moisten and keep covered with a damp paper.

3 Single Varieties. Wecan supply the large, single, fringed varieties m the |

following colors: Pure White, Pink and Red. Price, 10 cents each. The 3 coicis tur 25 cents.

The Passion Flower.

CHINESE

PRIMROSE.

Primula Obconica Grandiflora.

This is one of the most charming and satis- factory blooming plants in cultivation. In tact we know of nothing in the entire flower kingdom that will produce so many flowers throughout the entire year with so little atten- tion. It is of the easiest culture, not being susceptable to changes of teniperature, as are most cther plants. it bears its pretty trusses of delicate pink and white flowers in the great- est profusion, on upright stems, from Six to : eight inches high. :

All that is required is to keep the plant ina moderacely warm room, and it will produce an abundance of flowers throughout the entire winter. The flowers are much larger than the old P. Cbconica, but not so large as the Chinese Primrose.

Price, 20 cents each; two for 35 cents.

Ruselia Juncea.

A. very pretty and graceful plant from Mex- ico. It has fine, slender, drooping foliage, and beautiful, being pink, light blue and purple an abundance of scarlet tube-like flowers. Almost beyond description. Large glossy Very showy wher in bloom. Admirably xreeh leaves; a tender house plant, bloom- adapted for baskets, vases, etc. Price, 8cts. ~ PASSAFLORA+ ~ ing when quite small. Price, 2( cents.

qian The Beautiful Orchid Water Lil Pe, | e Deautiul Urchi ater Lily. W/Z, ; 4 » NA Water Hyacinth. ‘This rare and beautiful water plant cannot fail to astonish and please al)

J BIN : : f yan Y who grow it. Its unique foliage, its rare orchid-like flowers, and the ease with which i: can | WA be grown, make it very popular in any collection of plants. Leaves nearly 1ound and oi a - glossy green color, the leaf-stalk being enlarged into a balloon shaped sack filled with air. 7 which enables the entire plant to float on the surface of the © water. Each crown has a charming rosette of leaves, each” flower stalk producing from five to seven florets. The flowers have six petals and are about two anda half inches in diame-~ ter: color, delicate lilac, shaded with rose, the upper petal being beautifully marked witha large purple blotch, with a bright © orange spot in the centre, in its peculiar markings somewhat resembling a peacock feather. The roots are aiso peculiar and —) interesting, being very fine and feathery and produced ina | dense mass. It may be grown in any vessel that will hold — water Fill with water withthe plant floating on the surface, then place the vessel at a Sunny window, free from frost, and” it will need no further attention except to keep it supplied with” water. Price, 25 cents each: 3 for 50 cents, a |

ing ravid climbing vines for the house or | conservatory. The peculiar charm of the plant lies in the odd flowers, the parts of | which were fancied by the early Spanish | and Italian travelers to represent the im- plements of the crucifixion. } The ten colored parts of the flora! envelop

> were taught to represent the 10 apostles, | Peter‘and Judas being absent. Inside.the™ corolla is a showy crown of colored filaments, ©| taken to represent the crown of thorns. The five stamens, to some suggestive ec! the five | wounds: to others even emblematic of the | hammers used to drive the three nails. . S The long coiling tendrils represented cords 2 S2\or the scourges. The delicate leaves sug-— ~~ gested the hands of the prosecutors. A na- \\ tive of the Indies and of New Spain. where © the Spaniards call it the ““Flower of the Five Wounds.’’ We offer twochoice varieties. — Cerulia. A very pretty small purple flower- | ing variety, and a rapid climber. i0cts. |

Pfordti. This is by far the best and strong- est growing variety we have; flowers very |

D 7- ¥ Don’t fail toinclude some of eur magnificent Gladioli ont. bulbs with your order. ‘They should be in every gar- den in the land. Our Groffs Hybrids are unequaled in this coyn-_ ty. Please refer +o pages 116 and 117. “l

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Everblooming Roses.

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HILE we do not devote the cA greater part of our catalogue : Z to Roses as some do, we never- G; 5 Se theless grow them in large Lo 7 quantities. We now have in stock more than one hundred 17 thousand Roses, including all the most desirable varieties, ; allin prime cond.tion. If you want Roses we are prepared to supply just as good stock as can be procured in the coun- try, and we believe at more moderate prices than they are generally sold.

CULTURE.—To secure the most satisfactory results with Monthly Roses they should be planted in the garden or well prepared beds on the lawn. ‘They delight in a deep, - vather heavy. rich clay soil, and will produce in the greatest

33 : abundance their lovely, fragrant buds and flowers through-

“out the season. If well protected they can generally be wintered over successfully and will bloom more freely the second season. About the middle of November or after the ground begins to freeze, pin the bushes down flat tothe ground and cover with six inches or more of fallen 4 1nG : / leaves, straw, evergreen boughs, etc., to prevent Severe freezing. Remove

Wy -, 5 covering when vegetation starts and cut branches back about to the ground.

Our “Success’’ Rose Collection.

‘For the convenience of those who are not familiar with the many varieties of Roses, and who want a collection of choice varieties that they can grow successfully, we have prepared the following collection, which contains the very best varieties grown. In making up this list, we have been careful to include varieties of strong, vigorous habit and free blooming qualities, that are not subject to mildew and other diseases. We have named it our ‘‘Success Col- \lection,”? because you will be certain to have success if you plant them.

B aronne Berg. This is one of the best in the entire list Yellow Queen. aE ees nd Fhe i pe lar ‘70: One e Nartehics, es: ina tree oe rich leathery green; nicely formed buds and large, large size and produced in large numbers. ‘Fhe plant blooms double, fragrant flowers. Color, deep sulphur yel-

_ when quite young and continues throughout the season. ‘The i ies re a Re tno caanidioe cents.

color is exceptionally fine and unique—a vivid rose, with We ae eee ese y ‘bright yellow in the centre. The foliage isclean and healthy.

It is a vigorous and thrifty grower. Price 10 cents each; nice} two-year-old plants 25 cents.

‘Duchess de Brabant Few Roses equal this in free|

: * dom of flowering. None sur- pass it in fragrance or vigor. The flowers are rather loose when fully open; but are beautiful in bud and are rich and pe-

~culiar in color, which is rose, shaded amber and salmon. Price, -8cents each; two-year-old plants 25 cents.

y This variety belongs among the leaders. | =e chantress. It blooms with astonishing freedom, bear- - ing its large, globular. double flowers in immense clusters.

As free blooming as any Rose in ourcollection. Color, creamy white, slightly tinted with buff in the centre. Of vigorous growth, fine foliage and highly valuable, both in pots for late autumn and winter blooming, as well as for general planting in open ground during summer. 10 cents; 2-yr-old 25 cents.

‘Golden Gate. A magnificent Tea Rose. A _ strong,

healthy grower of rather slender habit, producing monstrous, long pointed buds that open out to large double flowers; color, creamy-white, blushed and bordered with rose and soft yellow at base of petals. Extensively grown ‘for cut flowers. 10 cents each; 2-yr-old 25 cents.

| Maria Guillott A grand old pure white Tea Rose that

: * still holds its place as one of the best pure white varieties. Flowers very large and perfectly double. A grand bedding Rose., 12 cents; 2-year-old 25 cents.

: Souv. de Gaulaine. Color, rich velyty-crimson, very

4 3 dark and handsome. An un- usual and desirable color among Tea Roses. Flowers large, ‘and perfectly double. 8 cents each; 2-year-old 25 cents.

‘Mil e. Franciska Kruger. The striking color of this handsome Rose

: sof sie places it at once in the front as a bud producer in the open air. In its shadings of deep coppery yellow, it stands unique and distinct from all others. The flower when open is of good size and very symmetrical. 8 cents each; two-year-old plants 25 cents.

_ The set of 8 varieties for'65 cents; two-year-olds $1.75. Two-year- old size should be ordered by express when possible.

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Grand New Roses. 452

Ay —' HE following varieties are some of the most recent ‘yy NWS introductions of select; choice, new Roses, which ¥& \) WA we are pleased to offer our customers for the first time, ZZ

Dorothy Perkins.

Splendid New Climbing Rose. In the important point of hardiness nothing more could be desired, two unusu- ally severe winters having failed to injure even young | plants, although during one of them the temperature ; went as low as 20 degrees below zero and there was not «#e<< the usual snow fall to protect them. In its foliage, growth, and habit of blooming in immense clusters, it is remarkably like Crimson Rambler: but the flowers are more double and of a beautiful shell-pink color, and hold a long time without fading; even after they commence j to fade the color is still pleasing, being then a lovely deep rose. ‘The petais are very prettily rolled back and crinkled. The flowers are very sweet- ¢ scented, a characteristic not possessed by most other Roses of the Rambler ¥ family Willrival Crimson Rambler asa pot-plant. Price, 25 cents each. #4

Souvenir de Pierre Notting.

Extra Large Roses.

Many of our customers write us that they have room for only a few Roses but want those few very large, that will bloom

and make a good show- ing as soon as planted. We have been enabled to meet this demand by importing a magnificent lot of extra large 2 to

year-old Hybrid Perpet- ual Roses, and make an exceptionalofferon page 142. Don’t fail to include this collection of Roses

DOROTHY PERKINS, |

Keystone.

? The only Hardy, Ever-Blooming, ' Yellow Climbing Rose. (Introduced by | The Dingee & Conard Co.) Up to this!

with your order. \ time there has not been a free-blooming | 7 LN Climbing Rose of this color sufficiently hardy to withstand the rigors of the most severe

northern winters. A Rose of this character, there-

fore, is a very important introduction, and we predict

for it that it will become popular. Keystone has been

thoroughly tested, and for want of space we will give

but a brief enumeration of its strong points. Itisa

freer growing Rose than any other climbing variety, | absolutely impervious to insect attacks and has a re markably vigorous constitution. The open flower is perfectly double, resembling Clothilde Soupert; buds beautifully formed; color deep lemon-yellow, similar to Coquette de Lyon. Fragrance delicious, like that of Magnolia blossoms. It readily attains a height of 15 feet in a single season, and has withstood, undam- | aged, winter after winter, in the most exposed situa- | Y tion, without protection. It possesses every feature

that a good Rose should have, and the fact that it is

free blooming makes it almost indispensable. There is no other variety to compete withit. Hardy every- | where. Strong young plants 25 cents each.

New Tea Rose, La Detroit.

y, Wr i ‘ jib This is by all odds the most remarkable new Rose

een pp of recent introduction.. It has been largely advertised | WS. AV i i and exhibited at many leading shows. Color, a beau- | tiful shell-pink, shading to soft rose; reverse of outer) petals cream colored; fragrance like that of old Bon Silene. In form it is large, cup- shaped: petals shell like. Rich, glossy foliage; a rampant, vigorous grower, producing long shoots, and a very free bloomer. We were more than pleased with it in our houses last summer, and were successful in growing a nice stock which we offer at 50 cts. each.

Kaiserin Augusta Victoria.

The Best White Rose in the World. This beautiful Rose has not only a royal name, butis a royal Rose as well. We have white Roses that have elegant buds, but when full blown are not | all that is desired. Then again, we have white Roses that are elegant when full blown, but have poor buds. This Rose combines both good qualities; is a continuous bloomer, producing successive crops of buds and flowers in the greatest profusion. Buds are very beautifully formed, © , with large petals of best substance; shows nocentre when fully open; color,. pure snowy white; NEW KEYSTONE. has a rich perfume, coupled with a vigorous growth. 25 cents each; large 2-year-old plants 40c.

| A Choice New Rose.

_ Helen Gould. This beautiful new ever ‘blooming Rose is probably the most satis- factory sort for general planting ever in- trodticed. It is as vicorous and hardya r as the Hybrid Perpetuals, with

large handsome foliage, flowers of the larg- est size and most perfect form, and beauti-

) ful, long pointed buds. Its coloris a warm glowing crimson. The origin:tor claims it tobe perfectly hardy,living th-ough severe » winters With the mercury 10 deyrees below wero. Its greatest value is its re narkable blooming qualities. On our *rounds

it outranks all other varieties in :his re- spect. There is not a day from June to | October that wecould not cut Roses. It / is also one of the easiest Roses to get along with. Anybody that can grow a Gerani- ‘umcan grow it successfully. It was pro- ‘duced by crossing. Kaiserina Augusta ' Victoria with Madam Caroline Testout, a parentage that insures hardiness, vigor- ) ous growth, freedom of bloom and magnifi- _cent flowers. With all its good qualities /it has one fault: it will occasionally pro duce a flower that is “‘off color.”? Itis not

/ uncommon to find _ beautiful crimson and light pink flowers on the same plant. ‘This, however, is no great fault, although the | pink flowers are not as handsome as the )truecolor. It will certainly become popu- ‘lar. Strong 1-year-old plants 20 cents: '3for 50 cents. 2-year-old plants 40 cents.

New White Tea Rose.

Ivory. Of all the White Tea Roses, mone can.approach in rare grace and beauty the new “Ivory.” It is a pure white sport from the popular Golden Gate, ' which is now so extensively grown for sup- plying the cut-flower trade. In style of

+ growth, form of buds and flowers, they are exactly alike, there being »no difference whatever except in color, it being a pure ivory white. _ The buds, which are produced on long slender stems, are frequently | three inches or more long and beautifully pointed: when fully ex- ' panded it is perfectly double and delightfully fragrant. It is of vhealthy, vigorous habit, and a free bloomer. " recommend this new Rose, as we believe it will become one of our

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most popu- lar white Roses. 20 cents each; 2- year-old, 35 cts. each. HELEN GOULD.

New Bedding Rose.

Gruss an Teplitz. As a bedding Rose this is one of the finest and most useful varieties ever sent out. Many of our customers who bought it the past spring are realizing its value and singing its praises. It will take rank with Hermosa or Soupert. ‘Thecolor is brightest scarlet, shad- ing to deep, rich, velyety crimson. It is very fragrant. The freest grower and most profuse bloomer of any ever- bloomer. ‘The mass of calor produced is wonderful, and the foliage is beautiful, all the younger growth being a bronzy plum color. A queen among the scarlet bedders. Itisa perfect sheet of richest crimson scarlet all summer. Itisa rose for everybody, succeeding under the most ordinary con- ditions. It is called by some the “‘New Crimson Hermosa:” the flowers, however, are somewhat larger than Hermosa. Price, 15 cents; 2-year-old, 30 cents.

The above three new Roses, 50c.; 2-year-old, $1.00. The New Rambler Rose.

Psyche. A seedling of the great Crimson Rambler. Re- ceived the Award of Merit of the Royal Horticultural Soci- ety of England. A cross between the famous Crimscn Rambler and the Polyantha Rose, Golden Ferry. In growth and habit it much resembles the Crimson Rambler. ‘The color is white, suffused with salmon pink, with yellow base to the petals. The flowers are produced in great pan- icles, or trusses, each carrying from 20 to 35 biooms.. The individual flowers are much larger than those of the parent plant, being from 2 to 2% inches across when fully expand- ed, and remaining perfect on the plant for upwards of twe weeks with their freshness of color unimpaired. ‘The foliage isa beautiful glossy green; of vigorous climbing habit, mak- ing strong shoots 4 to 6 feet inoneseason. We offer only good plants from 24-inch pots at 20 cents cach.

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We are often asked for perfectly hardy Everblooming Roses. “There are no “‘Ironclad’’ Everblooming Roses that are absolutely hardy in alllocalities. Our La France set of Hybrid Teas, as shown on page 137 are hardy if protected? We have selected a set of the popular Everblooming class that are also quite hardy. - They willstand on ordinary winter here in Northern Ohio without protection. ‘They will sometimes be killed back almost to the ground, but will | sprout again from the roots and will increase in size evey year, blooming throughout the entire summer and autumn

This valuable new Everblooming ~Rose 4 yA. | Burbank. was raised by Mr. Luther: Burbank, = : Aites known the world over as the “‘Wizard of Horticulture.”’ Perfectly hardy, free flowering, ever-plooming Rose. The Burbank is without exception the freest flowering Rose in cultivation. Flowers are double, of fine form, , “nearly three inches across. . Color, deep rosy pink, shad-@ ed to a beautiful soft rose at the centre. Petals are % well incurved so that the centreis hidden. In Septem- ber and October the outer petals change toa deep rich crimson. 10 cents each; two-year-old 25 cents.

A y A hardy everblooming Carolide Miarniesse. A283 co serves more than ordinary attention. Flowers medium size, pure white, very double and bornein clusters. Of easy culture and free bloomer. Perfectly hardy ifslight- ly protected. This weconsider one of the most desirable Roses for cemetery planting as itis quite hardy and

produces its clusters of pure white flowers throughout theseason. 10 cents each; 2-year-old 30cents.

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Champ og of the orld. able Roses in the entire cat- alogue. It is quite hardy,.a strong vigorous grower and a remarkably free bloomer, producing its pretty double pink iow ers. in the greatest profusion throughout the entire Season. The

flowers are of large size, perfectly double; color, rich, deep rosy pink. Will always give Satisfaction 10 cents each; 2-year-old 30 cents.

This is one of the most beautiful hardy everbloom- Joseph Metre * ing roses in our entire collection, and probably the best red variety for garden culture. Itis a vizorous robust grower with healthy dark green foliage. Flowers are of immense size, very full, hand- — some and sweet; deep carnation red, passing to cherry-carmine or magen- ta. A strong healthy grower and abundant bloomer. Cannot fail to give . Satisfaction. Distinct from any other variety in this collection. Will stand our severe winters with slight protection. 10c.-each; 2-yr-old 25c. -

The four above varieties 35 cents; 2-year-old $1.00.

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‘ = 2 ~| Pink Maman Cochet. This is one of the most satisfactory Tea Roses grown. It is a vigorous grower with ~ beautiful foliage.. In bud it resembles the © Mermet family, being long and shapely, — borne on long, stiff stems. You can get an idea of the exquisite flower from the en- | graving.. Itisof the largest size, and as | you will notice the flower is well round- | ed and very double. ‘The full, firm, round-— ed buds are long and elegantly pointed. | As they expand the petals show great depth and richness, sometimes measuring two and one-half inches from base to tip. Shell-shaped, waxen, thick and shining, | and overlap each other in folds of silvery pink, deepening to bright rose in the circle © ofuncurling edges. Tips and reverse of — petals show pearl-pink glints and shadings — of rosy mauve at their base, the deep full centre has a glow of soft chamois orange. — A peerless rose. 15 cents each. z

- White Maman Cochet.

The charming new white Tea Rose. | Another new American Rose, but is wide- — ly different from all other white Roses as one can well imagine. It belongs to the Tea Class, being a child of that grandest bedding or outdoor Rose, Maman Cochet, and is hardy herein Northern Ohio, with — slight protection in winter. Habit is ex-— ceedingly, strong and upright, producing — Bini large, beautiful, healthy foliage, and isa Mi SHANI TT NANA ssa most profuse and constant bloomer. Flow- iN AANA hy ers enormously large, round and full, pur

Alicia tei clear snowy white throughout, and are de-

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The old favorite Hermosa has always been d in high esteem as a valuable bedding : ‘being a remarkably free bloomer and of the easiest culture. The four varieties in this collection are all remarkably free bioomers ‘throughout the season.. With some protection hey withstand our winters, if not too severe.

Pink Hermosa.

Everybody knows this famous variety, as ardy as an oak, and always covered with its gant blossoms. It would be but a waste of » words to write a lengthy description of Her- mosa. It is too well known and too greata vorite. It is always in bloom and always beautiful: the color is a most pleasing shade of pink: very fragrant. A grand Rose for bed- ding or pot culture. Price, 8 cents; 2-yr.?5 cts.

Yellow Hermosa.

Coquette de Lyon. This is a most charming -yellow Tea Rose, a grand growet, and is so free in flower as to be called Yellow Hermosa. A remarkable fine bloomer: color, bright ca- nary yellow. A very satisfactory rose in every respect. This is the best blooming pure yel- low rose in our catalogue. A grand rose for -out door bedding. 8 cents; 2-year-old 20 cents.

: 2 Crimson Hermosa.:

Agrippina. Rich velvety crimson: beautiful buds. Few roses are richer in coloring. One ,of the most popular roses grown, of very easy culture: a constant and profuse bloomer: al- )ways invbloom. A splendid sort for out door » bedding, and fine asa pot plant. Price § cts. | each: 2-year-old, 20 cents each. j

YELLOW HERMOSA.

Empress of China. This isa new climbing Rose of the greatest excellence. . It commences to bloom in May and is loaded with its elegant blossoms un- _ til December. Thereis no other rose like it that will bloom for solonga period. It is simply wonderful. When it first opens, the flowers are a ¢ _ beautiful red, but soon turn toa lovely light pink, and it blooms so pro-

_ fusely as to almost hide the plant. Price, 10 cents;

Fortune’s Double Yellow. A very vigorous Rose of easy culture; quite hardy. Color, rich bronze yellow with copper shadings.

“Price, 10 cents; 2-year-old, 25 cents.

‘Mary Washington. Its flowers are of medium size, pure white, double to the # _ centre, Sweet, and borne in endless numbers all summer. A vigorous and rapid grower. One plant of this will produce more flowers than a dozen ordinary Roses. Hardy if protected. Price, 10 cents: 2-year-old, 25 cents, The above set 1-vearsold plants 35 cents: 2-year-old 80 cents.

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White Hermosa.

Snowflake. This is a lovely White Rose, a pure Tea, but a foreign seedling, the_freest-flowering White Rose we have ever Scen. It will be especially usefulin set designs. Fora

_ pot plant it cannot be excelled, as it possesses every good

quality of a pot rose. As a bedding rose it has few equals, and is also unsurpassed as a house plant. We know of no Tea Rose that will produce so many flowers continually. Always healthy and never a sign of mildew. (Seecut.) Price, strong young plants only 8 cents each: 2-year-old 20 cents.

The set of four Hermosa varieties for 25 cents. Strong 2-year-old plants, the set for 75 cents.

Hardy Everblooming Roses.

Climbing Tea Roses. The foilowing varieties are perfectly hardy if well protected. The little trouble required to protect them is well repaid by the liberal! supply of flowers.

Solfaterre. A beautiful climbing or Pillar Rose, being a wonderfully strong, vigorous climber. Color, rich orange yellow with deeper : oe : shadings at base of the petals. Flow- ers very large and double. A variety well adapted tothe Southern and Pa- cific states, where it grows to an im- mense size. This

_variety is some- times called the Golden Chain. Price, 10 cents each: 2-year-old, 25 cents each.

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ture. We have selected varieties comprising a wide range in style and colors—from pure snow White to the dark- | est crimson, yellow, etc. We offer in this collection the very best for the above purposes. All whowanta good — collection at a moderate price Should order this set. : y Z A beautiful new Rose that will ae Of strong, vigorous habit Baronne Berg. always please. ‘The flowers are Henry Meynandier. and easy culture. Flow- of medium size and produced in the greatest profusion. ers large and full; color, unique rose, prettily shaded ‘The color is exceptionally fine, being a vivid rose with and delightfully fragrant. Price, 8 cents each. °

yellow centre. A very pleasing combination; always An elegant new ever-_ healthy and vigorous. Price, 8 cents each. : Henry Vi. Stanley. blooming Tea Rose; color, —

clear amber rose, delicately tinged toward the centre with apricot yellow. The flowers are large, fine, full form, excellent substance and delightfully fragrant. Price, 8 cents.

: Elegant and valuable. Flowers extra large and finely formed; very | J ules Finger. full and sweet. Rosy scarlet, beautifully shaded withcrimson. Vig- | orous grower and free bloomer ‘of very easy culture. Price, 8 cents each. |

Marie Lambert Sometimes called White Hermosa. A |

* pure white everblooming Rose of med- — ium size and delicious fragrance. As a bedding Rose it has few equals, and is also unsurpassed asa pot plant. We know of no Tea Rose that will produce so many flowers: it is literally covered with flowers continually. Always healthy and never Zoe S 6 ROE £ a sign of mildew. Price, 8 cents each.

Mad. Franciska Kruger. A strikingly handsoniell

3 Rose, and one of the very — . best for open ground culture, especially adapted for beds or — masses: flowers are deeply shaded copper yellow in color; very — large. Price, 8 cents each.

= = A 1 ly Yea Madam Joseph Schwartz. 4,2°4y 74 style of Brabant: large globular, full sweet flowers. Co- lor, blush with pale yellow and salmon shadings. 8cts. |

D ~ The color of this rose is the © Princess Sagan. richest crimson of any rose in — our entire collection except possibly the new Gruss an Teplitz. A-bed or flower will catch the eye at adis- — tance, owing to its brilliant color. It is a healthy, — strong grower and blooms freely throughout the season. Price, 8 cents each. ot

= + A popular variety. Beautiful =] P Isabella Sprunt. 4220? ee nary yellow. Should bein every garden. Price, 8cents. — ‘ 3

A very pretty little Tea Rose of easy culture, La Pactole. and a remarkably sree bloomer. Color, clear — sulphur yellow. A beauty for button hole boquets, Price, 8 cts.

A fine new Hybred Tea Rose. Mad. Abel Chatenay. Flowers large and double; color — rosy carmine with darker shadings. Fine for bedding. 10 cents. —

Aconstant and profuse bloomer; color, — Queens Scarlet. rich velvety crimson, scarlet, very bril- liant; fine for bedding; unsurpassed for pot culture, 6 cents each.

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FS ES Many are learning by experience that a bed of Everblooming é BEDDING ROS 1 Roses planted in the garden will furnish an abundance of beauti- ful buds and flowers throughout the season. Some of the most beautiful varieties are not A ~~ hardy, but they can be bought so cheaply that it does not pay to winter them over. yy 00 we will forward by mail, postpaid, to any address, 20 choice Everblooming Roses, BAe ap not labeled. For $2.00 we will forward by e€XpTess 20 large two-year-old Bed- HENRY MEYNANDIER. ding Roses, our Selection, not labeled. . .

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La France Set

Everblooming Laady Roses.

We are often asked for Roses that are both hardy and everblooming. The Hybrid Teas of which the following are a type came the neare.+t filling the bill. They originated by crossing the Tea Roses with the Hardy. Hybrid Perpetuls, the result being a class that is almost entirely hardy and atthe same time continual bloomers. Some of our most beautiful and fragrant Roses are found in this class. A covering in winter will be found beneficial, although some varie- ties would winter over without. The following collec- ticn contains the best of the class. :

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Pink La France. the first place—The Oueen of Roses. Accounts come to us from all quarters every year describing the great profusion of its bloom from June until frost, and extoling its fra- grance and immense size. It is of superb form and double as a Rose can be. No variety can surpass it in delicate coloring; silvery rose, Shaded with pink. It has a satin sheen over all its petals. It is uni- SS versally regarded as the most useful of Roses, for it is hardy beyond question. 10cts.; 2-yr-old 25 cts.

SP We have no hesitancy in saying to Red La France. our customers that this Rose stands at the head of all roses not excepting La France. What we wish toimpress is the fact that as a Rose for all purposes it has no peer. It is identical with La France, excepting in three points, viz.: a more

‘vigorous growth, a larger and more expanded flower, and a deep even pink.in color; not shaded but a solid color. 15 cts.; 2-yr-old 25 cts.

White La France

Perhaps the best that could be said of this beau- tiful free flowering Rose is that it is a white La France, with just a tint of blush clouding its broad petals. The flow- ers are extra large, very fulland finely formed and of a delightful fragrance. A remarkably free

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Se Cr enace tained. 15c.; 2-yr-old 25c.

[Striped La France. i Everybody knows the beautiful | -*La France—a Rose that has

always had such a ready sale that the demand has never been fully met. Striped La France combines all the good qualities of La France in _ growth, fragrance, shape of

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bud and flower: in fact differs from it only in color, being dis- tinctly striped bright rose ona __ jill satin pink ground. A very — pretty and striking variety, and is greatly admired by all.

Tea. It isof French origin, and is, we believe, des- tined to become very popular. It combines vigorous hardiness with rich color and free blooming qualities, ‘The buds are full and beautiful: as the flower expands,

_ the centre discloses depths of rich golden-yellow, with -lighter tint toward the edge, while the outer petals

| are pale lemon fawn, and unsurpassed in beauty. | The plant is a robust, bushy grower, with erect stems

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and beautiful bronzy green foliage: a prolific bloomer. Flowers large, very double, with full high centre. ~ 15 cents each; two-year-old 25 cents. : i eS Pon Originated and sent out ig Pernet S Triump * by Jean Pernet, one of _ the most celebrated Rose growers of France, who has already given us some very beautiful Roses, but con- _ siders this the triumph of his life. It has received the | commendation of the highest European authorities, © | and promises to be one of the very finest of the Hybrid | ‘Teaclass. Theflowers areextra large, having broad _ thick petals, and long tapering buds, with delicious Teafragrance. Color, clear magenta red, sometimes _ passing toa bright crimson. Very beautiful, and of / such good substance that the flowers retain their | beauty fora long time. 10 cts. each, 2-yr-old 25 cts.

ie he set of 6 one-year-old plants, for 60 cents; | 2-year-old plants, the set for $1.25, by mail postpaid,

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If you want Roses-that will- give absolute satisfaction throughout the year, plant the “‘Famous Souperts.”? ‘They are the Roses for the masses. ae Small plants grow quickly into strong, bushy plants, producing immense ,-S quantities of lovely buds and flowers throughout the entire season. ‘They » are a cross between the pretty Polyantha and Tea Roses, combining the good qualities of both. Hardy if slightly protected.

s ‘This is the original ““Sou- Clothilde Soupert. pert’’ that has made this class sofamous. Rose lovers the world over know it to be one of the best Roses grown. It is of strong, vig- orous, compact, bushy habit, and a truly wonderful ® bloomer. In form they are distinct, being very double, perfectly round and flat, with imbricated petals. The color is ivory white, shading toward the centre to sil-

very rose. ‘he bush is fairly loaded down with flow- ers when grown in the open ground. 10cts.:; 2-yr. 25c.

, ; E This desirable new Rose is of Pink Soupert. sturdy, compact, bushy habit, and a wonderful bloomer. Flowers are various shades of pink, sométimes almost red, then again a bright Hermosa pink, and again the same bush will produce

light pink flowers, suffused with lilac. Quite hardy. Price 10 cents each; 2-year-old plants 25 cents each.

‘ * ‘This splendid novelty comes

Yeilow Souper t. from Germany, and like the famous Clothilde Soupert it is a hybrid between the Polyantha and.Tea Rose. It is fully as hardy and equally free blooming. Flowers are perfectly double: buds exceedingly dainty and attractive: color, creamy white, deepening toward the centre to rich orange-

yellow. Certainly one of the most satisfactory Roses grown.. Price, 10 cents each; 22-year-old 25 cents. é :

Wh it e S oupert We have given this new Rose an tend

*ed trial and believe there is no better white Rose grown, especially for bedding. ‘The buds and flow- ers closely resemble Clothilde Soupert, and are produced in equal abundance. Pure porcelain white with deep centre. Price, 15 cents each; 2-year-old 30 cents.

The set of 4 for 35 cents; 2-year-old, the 4 for 75 cents.

s Di ce Japanese Polyantha, or Fairy Roses. This desirable class of Everblooming Roses does not receive the attention efi aces

that they deserve. They are the most profuse and persistent bloomers of any CEO TET LBE So eer:

class of Roses grown. Under thesame treatment they will produce fully five times as many flowers as the ordinary Tea Roses. While the flowers are not so large and beautiful, their ease of culture and quantity of fowers produced are valuable features that should commend them to all. They are especially desirable for cemetery planting. They are not absolutely hardy, but are generally considered much hardier than the ordinary Monthly Roses, and if coy-

ered at the approach of winter will usually winter over all right. They form neat, compact, dwarf bushes, and the ~ flowers are produced in great clusters. :

g s * ‘This charming little Rose A strong growing, dwarf variety, form Etoile de Mai. ors carne ete, |George Pernet. As

ing a perfect round bush. Color, bright

It is a remarkably free bloomer. literally cov- rose with salmon shadings, passing to silvery pink. ‘The flow- - ering itself with flowers. Color, rich creamy} ers are quite large for this class and produced in the greatest ~ white, darker at the centre, changing to pure profusion, literally covering the plant, 8 cents; 2-year 25 cts. white with age. One of the most satisfactory i Roses we grow; you should not fail to include it Wi nonette. One of the most popular Roses in the set. in your order. Price, 8 cents; 2-year-old 25 cts. g * Flowers full and regular, perfectly double

: and produced in great clusters. Color, pure bright pink, chang- ing to blush white with rose shadings. 8 cents; 2-year 20 cents.

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y Of strong, vigorous habit; pro-- Mad Cecile Bruner. ducing its pretty buds and flow- ers in great abundance. Flowers larger than any others, per- fectly double, and delightfully fragrant. Color, a rosy pink on a rich, creamy white ground: might be called a salmon-pink. Very pretty buds for buttonhole. 8 cents each: 2-year 25 cts.

We consider this the best of all Polyantha Snowball. Roses. The flowers are pure white; about an inch in diameter, flowering in clusters of from five to fifty blooms. Very full, prettily formed recalling the blossoms of the double flowering Cherry, and fully equals the double white Primrose : in profuse blooming during the winter. This is a variety that every one is pleased with. 10cents each; 2-year-old 25 cents.

7 , This is the most delicious in coloring of all Petite Leonie. the Polyantha Roses. Color, pure white, ‘ faintly touched with delicate pink. A very showy, low-growing little bush, completely covered with its beautiful flowers. A profuse bloomer, and should bein every home. 10c; 2-year 25c. _

Special Offer:—The set of 6 Fairy Roses for 45 cents. Strong 2-year-old, the set for $3.00. See :

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Hybrid Perpetual Roses.

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HIS popular class of Roses is especially adapted to garden culture, for forming permanent Rose beds, hedges, etc., or as single specimens where perfectly hardy flowers are need-

ed. They are perfectly hardy everywhere, and once planted will take care of themselves. They succeed almost anywhere, but delight in a deep, rich, rather heavy clay soil. A mulch- ing of leaves or Straw in the fall will greatly benefit them.

For

large size, perfect form, brilliancy of color, this class is far ahead of all others. _ Pen cannot describe the wonderful beauty of a well grown specimen of Hybrid Perpetual Rose.

Anna de Diesbach. Sry ot Paris.

brilliant rose; beautiful pointed buds ané large, perfectly formed flowers; delight fully fragrant of strong, vigorous habit and a persistent bloomer. centseach; 2 year-old pot plants, 25 cents each.

A nn Al Y This lovely Rose is a strong, compact

a < exis. grower, producing full

flowers which are noted for their clear, bright pink color. Very desirable. Price, 15 cents; 2-year-old pot plants, 25 cents,

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Large,

shaped petals. Color, delicate blush white when first open, soon changing to pure snow white; of vigorous, semi-climbing habit and a good bloomer. 10 cents; 2-yr. pot plants 25 cents.

Beautiful Saucer Rose.

Bardo Job. should be found in every collection. markably vigorous, semi-climbing habit, with large, leathery green foliage and monster semi-double, saucer-like flowers. Very beautiful and showy. Color, deep, rich velvety crim- son. Price, 15 cents; 2-year-old pot plants, 30 cents.

Clio One of the finest fiesh-colored Roses grown. * flowers are simply perfection in form, with fine, broad cupped petals; color, delicdte satin blush with rosy pink centre: a vigorous grower, No. 1 in every respect.

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petual we have. It cannot be called deep yellow, but rather a pale shade of Chamoise or pale yellow, deeper at the centre. sometimes passing to a rich creamy. white, faintly tinted orange and fawn. Price 10 cents each; 2- year-old pot plants, 25 cents each,

St , Medium to large size, full, IE Lady Emily Peele. regular, double flowers: co- | lor, pearly white, occasionally tinged and shaded with

paie rose blush. Of vigorous climbing habit. Price 15 cents; 2-year-old pot plants, 25 cents.

- 7 One of the most popular ge Mad. Gabriel Luizet. Once the most popular \ class. Elegantly formed, very double and fragrant: col-

or, distinct coral rose, suffused with lavender. A vigor

ous, healthy grower. A fine Rose. Price, 10 cents each 2-year-old pot plants, 25 cents each.

A general favorite and a gran Magna Char ta. rose. Prized on account of its strong upright growth and healthy foliage, as well as for its magnificent large bloom. ‘The color is a #eautiful bright pink suffused with carmine. One of the best. 10 cents each: 2-year-old pot plants, 20 cents each. +17. D The Striped Rose. This is the 7 Vick Ss Caprice. only hardy striped rose, and one that always attracts attention. Of vigorous healthy habit and a constant bloomer. Color, soft satiny pink, distinctly striped crimson; perfectly double flowers and | pretty buds. Will always give satisfaction. Price, 10 cents each; 2-year-old pot plants, 25 cents. NOTE. The Roses in this class offered at 10 cents each, are mostly strong, one-year-old plants, 6 to8 inches high. |} The two-year-old size are extra strong, well branched } plants in 4-inch pots, 12 to 15 inches high.

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§ tion of varieties to us, we will se-

}. lect twelve choice varieties for $1.00, or six Strong, two-year- old size for $1.00, by mail, postage prepaid.

Field Grown Roses, Tie,,2b0"e .hardy, roses

strong thrifty pot grown plants, but many of our customers prefer large Field Grown plants, for immediate effect. For this purpose we have prepared two choice collections on P ‘pages 142 and 143, io which we desire to call your attention. MAGNA CHARTA.

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‘ , PP ny\ < ; - heir Zia) ea ; One of the finest white Roses. i ; ‘ i) | Ze Ball of Snow. full, finely formed flowers, with shell-

_.all. Of dwarf, vigorous compact habit. Flowers large, | ich dark velvety crimson, changing to scarlet crim- perfectiy full and doubie; color, deep glowing crimson,| Son. A magnificent Rose; equally beautiful in the - Alwaysin bloom. 15 cents; 2-year-old pot plants 25 cents. ped State a a ae a Be best. eo ps all Hy- ; : rid perpetuals, and is without a rival in fragrance

loi L y This grand Rose is the : ; : ais s 3 ; ~| and richness.of color. Price, 10 cents each; 2-year- G — de YONAISE. oniy yellow Hybrid Per old pot plants, cents.

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popularity as the Crimson Rambler. Other Rambler varieties are being catalogued as counterparts of

They are excellent Roses however, and will give perfect satisfaction.

Crimson Rambler.

We place the Crimson Rambler at the head of the sist, because it is unquestionably the best and most popular of the Rambler class. In fact, it stands at the head of the entire list of Hardy Roses. Itisa

single season. No Rose ever attracted half the attention. Everybody who sees it in bloom “‘ must have it.” Wehave frequently heard of in- stances where as many as 10,000 to 15,000 blooms have been produced ona single plant. It is also magnificent in bush form, and for covering buildings, trellises, etc., it cannot be excelled. One of the striking char- acteristics of this Rose is its remarkable color, which is of the bright- est crimson, which remains undimmed to theend. ‘The flowers are pro- duced in great pyramidal panicles or trusses, each carrying from thirty to forty blooms, the individual flowers measuring from one to one and a

wards of two weeks. as far north as the Lakes. 10 cents each; fine 2-yr-old size 35 cts.

Yellow Rambler.

Aglaia. The yellow. Rambler has been found to successfully with- . 4

from zero to two degrees below, which proves it to be far hardier than any other yellow climbing Rose yet introduced, and we believe that by laying the plants downin the winter it can be successfully grown in nearly all the northern. parts of the United States. The flowers are borne in immense clusters, ‘after the same manner as the Crimson Rambler. The color is a decided yellow. Many roses which are de- scribed as yellow have really only a creamy tinge, but the Yellow Ram- bler is clear, decided yellow. ‘The flowers are very sweet scented. The plants do not bloom at quite so early an age as the Crimson Rambler. but as soon as well established they more than make up for this by the magnificence of the flowers they produce. 10cts. each: 2-yr=ald 30 cts,

White Rambler.

1 ‘Thalia This charming new Rose of the Rambler variéty is a won-

* der. Itclimbs rapidly and is entirely hardy. Of German origin, and in habit of grow th, foliage, manner of blooming, form of flowers and hardiness, it is said to be identical with Crimson Rambler,

and sweetly scented, which the flowers of the Crimson Rambler are not: 10 cents each: 2-year-old plants 25 cents. =

Pink Ramblers.

The Pi KR mbler completes the entire range of Buphrosyne: oon cae z

cardinal colors that can be embraced in these beautiful Climbing Roses. Yellow Rambler, the White Rambler and the Pink Rambler. This Rose is as charming as any of its rivals, embracing all their good qual- ities of hardiness, vigorous growth, profuse blooming and delightful fragrance. Be sure and have aset of the Rambler Roses. each; 3-year-old plants 30 cents.

li H 1 A seedling from the popular Crimson Raniblet that was

elene. claimed to be an improvement on that variety. It how- ever, differs materially in color, being a pure soft rose, with base of petals yellowish white. Foliage and habits are exactly like the Crim- son Rambler. 10 cents each; 2-year-old plants 50 cents.

The set of 5 Ramblers for 50 D cts.5 2-year-old 5 for $5.25,

Memorial Rose.

WW D Dp s A Japanese variety, entirely distinct from any ichiariana. other and of such grace and beauty as to make it

| a universalfavorite. It isa perfect trailer, growing 10 to 15 feet in a sea-

son, and densely furnished with dark green, glossy foliage forming a dense blanket; alw ays clean and perfect and with but few thorns. The flowers ate single, pure snow white, from two to three inches across, with bright golden- yellow discs and with the fragrance of the Banksian Rose. ‘They are borne in clusters and in such great numbers as to fair- ly envelope the plant. It blooms later than most Roses and continues for along time. Succeeds everywhere, but is particularly appropriate. for cemetery planting. Itis perfectly hardy making it valuable for garden culture.

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Our Set of Rambler Roses. _ .

No other Rose has ever made such a wonderful record in the race # They are admirably adap é for training on walls, verandas and arbors, and as specimen pot pl: E>

Crimson except in color, but their flowers lack the finish and quality. p

half inches in diameter, and remaining perfect on the plant for up-- It is exceedingly hardy in every latitude yet tried.

stand, without protection, a continued temperature of

of which it is a blood relative, but that the flowers are pure snow white, -

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A first class variety in every particular. Should be. included in every collection. Small pot plants 10 cents each; 3 fer 25 cts.

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' HIS new class of roses is attracting much attention. They are Hybrids of the pretty evergreen Japanese

Creeping Memorial Rose Wichiariana,.and are perfect- ly hardy everywhere. They are of wonderfully rapid growth and may be allowed tocreep on the ground for covering em- bankments, etc., or trained on trellises, etc. The foliage is bright glossy green running fresh unti#t mid-winter. Un- surpassed for cemetery planting as they are the hardiest Roses we know of and will stand any climate or exposure and will thrive in the poorest soil, clay or gravel: in fact, when given rich soil they are the most wonderfully rapid growing Rose in cultivation. We offer the following six

choice varieties:

D D (Manda) ‘This is the ? , This grand Rose is of free Universal Favorite. M2? Meorous’ plant of | Mlanda’s Triumph. Pos erane Rose Sot ire the set. The long branching shoots are covered with and produces large clusters of double, pure white flow- dense, bright green foliage. The double flowers are ers, beautifully imbricated and well formed, two inches over two inches in diameter, and a beautiful rose color in diameter and sweetly scented. Price, 10 cents.

similar to that of Bridesmaid, and deliciously fragrant. ‘ ‘ A distinct new: variety. En- A grand yariety for any purpose. Price, 10 cents. Alba Rubitolia. titely. hardy. Bears. puve white

This flowers in great profusion. Much of the foliage and

ae 42. (Manda) - South Orange Perfection. is a gem, grow- young growth are purered. When trained toa stick it

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ing freely-close to the ground and having multitudes of the most perfectly formed double flowers, about one and a halfinches in diameter, soft blush pink at the tips, changing to white. It lasts a long time and is entirely

makes a pretty weeping bush, or may be allowed to form a mat of pretty foliage and flowers on the ground. The flowers are large, very full and fragrant. Nocol-

lection is complete without this beautiful plant. A valuable Rose. Price, 15 cents each.

M I 0 tt AewHybrid Memorial rose of very easy culture and rapid growth, producing pretty, perfect rs. vett. ly double, bright pink flowers in greatest profusion. Perfectly hardy. Flowers about 2 inches in diameter. A valuable new rose. A grand sight when in full bloom. Price, 10 cents each.

The most wonderful variety in the set. Perfectly hardy

Evergreen Gem. and. retaining its glossy green leaves throughout the winter. Very large, perfectly double flowers three inches or more in diameter. Lovely, large buff-yellow buds, changing to creamy white when fully open. 8 cts. The full set of Memorial Roses for only 50 cents.

different from all others ofthis class. Price, 10 cents.

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Hardy Climbing Prairie Roses.

These are Climbing Roses that are perfectly hardy everywhere, and are therefore of great value. They can be trained to the height of ten to twenty feet. They bloom but once a year—in June—but are then loaded with splendid roses, and are among our most beautiful flowering plants. They should be in every collection. The flowers are produced in large clusters and are very attractive.

’ Pale blush, shaded rose and changing to pure white with

Baltimore Belle. age. Flowers very double. produced in beautiful clusters:

the whole plant appearing a perfect mass of bloom. Oneof the very best of the type. Price, 10 cents each.

D s Flowers in large clusters, varying in color Greville or Seven Sisters. from blush white to-dark red, several shades frequently being found in the samecluster. Price, 10 cents each. Pn Flowers quite large and of a peculiar globular form. Queen of Prairies. Color, bright rosy red, changing lighter with age. One of the most popular varieties in cultivation. Price, 10 cents each.

The set of three Prairie Roses for only 25 cents,

D hii “‘Old friends are best,”’ so we find this one again becoming a great a as. favorite everywhere. The Dahlia is the showicst of all autumn flowers. Commencing to flowerin July, they are a perfect blaze of bloom until stopped by frost. Especially fine for cut flowers. We have listed the finest assort- ment of Show, Cactus, Boquet, and single flowering varieties to b+ found anywhere, and are offering them in special setson pages 112 and 113. They are so cheap that you cannot afford to pass another summer without some of these bcautiful Dahlias. The set of Large Flowering or Show Dahlias offered on page 112 are unequaled in their brilliancy and beauty. Our stock is exceptionally fine and.we advise early orders, Ask your friends to order with you. Ifsent by express wecan always send larger roots.

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The Hybrid Perpetuals 272 considered able of all roses. When you plant them you may be quite certain of having Roses every year without fur- ther trouble. They are distinguished for their vigor- ous growth and fine large flowers, and for being en- tirely hardy.- Many of them flower the entire sum-_ mer; others flowering through the month of June, and again in August and September.

‘These roses are.especially suited to plant in all the Northern States where they will withstand the cold severe winters. We are frequently asked if we can supply large, dormant field grown Hardy Roses. Weare now in position to supply this grade of stock in Several choicest named varieties, all strong, well-rooted, two-year-old dormant plants that will average. 24 to 30 inches high, with three to five branches each. The size, however, will depend largely on the variety, aS. some sorts-are much stronger growers than others. YY)

In planting the-erown should be set three Gy NL. i RW i// Re or four-inches below the surface; tamp the soil firmly ty yy Ly H) ; Saya dround the roots, and cut the tops back as per dotted <Z lines in illustration.

Alf Colomb. A very choice rose. Color, bright cherry ’ red, shaded crimson, very fine and double, delight- fuland sweet. Field grown 30 cents each.

General Washington. This magnificent rose is one of the best for general planting. Color, a clear, shin- ing crimson; very rich and beautiful. Field grown, 30 cents each.

John Hopper. Flowers are largeand perfectly double, Color, satin pink in the centre,.and deepens in the outer petals to bright rose. Field grown, 30 cents.

Mazna Charta. A bright, clear pink, suffused with Carmine; very Sweetly scented, and flowers excep- tionally fine and beautiful. Field grown, 30 cents.

Mrs. John Laing. A fine rose, of large flowers: a free bloomer. Color, clear bright shell pink, exquisitely shaded; a constant bloomer. Field grown 40 cents. TYPE OF HARDY ROSE.

Perle des Blanches. Best and freest blooming of the hardy | Prince Camille de Rohan.- Very rich velvety crimson, white roses; finely formed, pure white. Flowers good passing to intense maroon, shaded black. Look ata size, and of fine form and finish. Field vrown 35 cents. distance as if really biack. Field grown, 40 centseach. ©

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Pious. IX. This is undoubtedly the most beautiful of all | Ulrich Bruner Extra large, bold flowers, very fine and 3 hardy roses. A very distinct%nd handsome shade of globular; petals large. Color, a glowing crimson, — _clear coral rose.. Field grown, 40 cents each. elegantly lightened with scarlet. Field grown 35 cents. —

Soleilde Orr. (New Yellow Hardy Rose.’ It is unnecessary to call attention — | to the desirability of a good hardy yellow Rose. It is one color that has ~ ’ been lacking in roses. It isa fine, strong grower, producing superb conical- 2 shaped buds varying from gold and orange-yellow to reddish gold, shaded ~ a nasturtium red. Was awarded first prize at the Paris Exposition, and ~

numerous gold medals throughout Europe. “Uargefield grown plants 50c.

As a special inducement t> have you order the entire set of 10 choice named ~ hardy roses, we willsend by express, carefully packed and labeled, for only $3.00. ;

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Japanese Single Roses. Inval- uable for planting in large mass- es, producing fine landscape ef- fects. ‘The foliage is particular- ly attractive,—very dark glossy green, thick and leathery, shins ing aSif varnished. ‘The beau- tiful large single flowers, four inches across; are produced in the wildest profusion from early summer untilautumn, succeeded by large bright-colored crimson seed pods. Strong, vigorous growers, forming usually com- pact symmetrical plants. In- sects do not trouble them.

Rugosa Rubra. Deep rose, borne in large clusters. Very fine and sweet, it is also a very

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We have chosen the following five, distinct Hardy Hybrid perpetual roses, and on ac- count of their strong vigorous growth, perfect hardiness, and perpetual blooming qualities, we have named it our ““Arctic’”’ collection. They are all strong, 2-year-old field grown, hardy, dormant roses, for immediate effect.

‘They should be ordered by express whenever possible.

is : This mag- .y~ Margaret Dickson. 72)5,2 Zs white Hybrid Perpetual Rose was raised and sent out by Messrs. Alexander Dick- son & Sons, of Belfast, Ireland. It is unquestionably the greatest - acquisition made in Roses for the past ten years. Some idea of its beauty and worth can be formed from the fact that wherever it has been exhibited in Great Britan it has car- ried off the first honors, receiving in one year the gold medal of the National Rose Society of New England and six first class certificates. No other Rese has ever re- ceived so many certificates of merit in a sin- gle year. We haveno hesitancy in saying it is the best white Hybrid Perpetual for planting in the garden. The color is white, _with pale flesh centre, petals very large, shell-shaped, and of immense substance. The flowers are of magnificent form, pro- duced singly on long, stiff stems, and very double, and have the true Magnolia fra- grance. The habit of growth is vigorous, with large, luxuriant foliage. 50 cts. each.

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let crimson. A magnificent Rose, equally beautiful in the bud stateor open. ‘This is the best known of all Hybrid Perpetuals and is without a rivalin fragrance and richness of color. It is, moreover, as easy of culti- vation as many of ihe more common varieties, and per-

fectly hardy. 40 cents each. Deep. shining Rose, very fresh and

Paul Neyron. pretty: flowers very large, often

measuring five inches in diamet.:. Without doubt the

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Baron Bonstettin. celebrated the world over for its large, handsome, fragrant flowers and the free- dom with which they are produced. ‘Thecolor isa deep, rich, velvety crimson passing to intense maroon, shaded ‘black; at a short distance they appear really black. = This is one of the most handsome Roses we have ever - seen. Itis the nearest black; although the same claim is made for others, this variety isthedarkest. 40 cents.

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gins to bloom almost as soon as planted, and continues all through the season. The flowers are extra large. very double and full, and quite fragrant. Color a bright, fiery scarlet, passing to fine, rosy crimson ele-

gantly shaded with maroon.’ Very showy and hand-

some, and one of the best Roses ever introduced for gen-

largest flower of all Roses, and it has this merit—though very large, the buds always develop fine, perfect Roses. It is, moreover, a good strong grower, with nice, almost thornless stems, which often attain six to seven feet ina single season. We know of no Rose possessing so many good points to recommend itself as the Paul Neyron.

- eral planting. 40 cents each. 40 cents each.

The entire “Arctic” set by mail, postpaid, for $2.00; by express, $3.50.

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| The Moss Roses stand alone in picturesque beauty, different and distinct from all others. Their opening buds, half covered

| - with delicate clinging moss of fairy-like texture, are the admira- tion of every beholder. They are strong, vigorous growers, per- fectly hardy and justly esteemed as very desirable for out door

/ culture. The Moss Rose Bud is the most exquisitely beautiful of

/ all Roses, and is the *‘OQueen of Queens.”? Moss Roses being per- fectly hardy, will grow in any soil as freely as ordinary Roses, and are well adapted for cemetery planting. They bloom during the month of June. Being difficult and slow of propagation they are always 1aveand scarce, and the prices will always be higher than other Roses. We offer the two best varieties in cultivation.

Perpetual White New and highly recommended; flow-

ers are quite large, fulland delight- fully fragrant. ‘The color of the flowers is pure white, some times shaded with rosy blush; elegantly mossed and very beau- tiful; certainly a Rose that will give satisfaction. We offer only strong; field-grown bushes, for immediate effect, which should be sent by éxpress, but can be mailed when necessary. Price, 40 cents each; by mail 50 cents.

: Crested Moss. ‘This is one of the most beautiful Roses

— imaginable. The open flowers are very 5 | bright and of most delicious fragrance. Color, a rich glossy | . pink, tinged crimson, largeand globular. The buds are almost hid with beautiful green moss. Strong, field-grown bushes, 40 cents each: by mail 50 cents.

The two choice Moss Roses 75 cts; by mail 90 cts.

REMEMBER. There are no flowers as satisfactory as our two-year-old Hardy Roses. Include some in your order.

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Satvias are among our most valuable and showy bedding plants. The Splendens type, or Scarlet Sage as they are commonly called, are a blaze of brilliant scarlet throughout the summer and fall. They are all of the easiest culture.

New owalvia.

Mrs. C. N. Page. This variety is of dwarf growth, seldom more than 15 inches high and very com- pact; literally covered with long spikes of bright & scarlet flowers. Begins blooming in July, three weeks ‘before any other variety of Salvia and blooms constantly until October. ‘There is no other variety which produces half as many flowers to the plant, and they are so thick that when the plant is at its best a person standing over it can scarcely discern the leaves, it being one solid mass of bloom of fiery brightness. As ° Salvias are now becoming one of the most popu- lar of bedding plants, taking the place of scar- let geraniums, we predict a great run for this new sort. Heretofore the only objection to Sal- * vias has been their late blooming, but that is now overcome in this new sort. 15 cents each; one dozen for $1.50.

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Bonfire. A new and improved variety of S. Sel : “SALVIA, DROOPING SPIKES. i: dens, or Scarlet Sage, literally covering itse , Me : i with spikes of blazing scarlet throughout the Sansever fa Zealanica. | season. One of the best in cultivation. Price, : : z —

: ; ; There is no decorative plant that is more attractive in habit — ee ee ee and foliage than this, and none that will stand as much abuse~

Drooping Spike. Another grand new variety of | and neglect. It will grow and flourish in any dark corner and ~ Scarlet Sage, the spikes being somewhat larger | dust or heat. Indeed, the only thing that seems to check it is too than the common variety and drooping grace- ' much water or frost. The leaves grow toa fully in every direction. Price 10 cents; 6 for 50 length of 3 to 4 feet and are beautifully cents; 12 for 90 cents. striped crosswise with broad, white varie- 4

Faranacea. Entirely distinct from all _gations on a dark green ground. It has a others, produces long upright spikes of singular beauty for deoorative purposes — delicate silvery sky blue flowers that are which other plants do not possess, and is — _very showy in boquets. Price, 10 cents. useful for both summer and winter. (See —

Marmorata. A sport from Splendens, the cut.) Nice plants, 15 cents; 2 for 25 cents. flowers being beautifully mottled and Smilax striped with scarlet and white, producing .

a most pleasing effect. Price, 8 cents. A popular and well-known climbing vine, —

Rutilans. (Apple Scented.) Flowers very much used for decorative purposes. Foliage — large produced on slender spikes well above of a dark glossy green. Of very easy cul- — the foliage. Color, intense crimson scar- ture, and a grand plant for window decora- let; foliage quite fragrant, resembling ripe tion. Price, 6 cents.

Swainsonia.

apples. Price, 8 cents. Alba. A most desirable new everblooming

Solanum Azureum. pot plant and one that has already be-~

The Biue Solanum. A beautiful plant of climbing habit that will attain a height of come very popular. It is a decorative plant ~ for the house both winter and summer. It —

from fifteen to twenty feet, or. it may be’. : grown to a bush form by pinching back oc- is of the easiest culture, succeeding with or- — dinary treatment. Always in bloom.~ Its

casionally. The flowers are borne in large clusters which are bright blue, followed by ‘, . pretty green airy foliage and graceful ra-— =cems of pure white, pea-blossom-like flowers ~

scarlet berries. Fine for pot culture, as it is tender it one of the most attractive plants

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15 cents. in the window garden. Price, 10 cents. a p = Rosea. A companion forthe above. Iden- Strobilanthes. ee car SS <>< tical with it inevery respect, in color being a © Dyerianus. A beautiful foliage plant with SANSEVERTA: brightred, Veryshowy, Price, 10cents. — leaves 4 to6 inches long and two inches wide which are Fe of an intense metalic purple color, shaded into light rose Holt S Mammoth Sage.

with a light green margin. A combination of colors not The illustration shows-a leaf of average size. The found in any other plant. An excellant plant for pots, | plants are very strong growing, the first season attain- vases, window boxes, or bedding. Price, 15 cents. ing one foot in height and spreading so that a single ©

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: three feet in diameter. ‘The leaves are borne well above the soil, keeping them clean. They are very large and of unusua substance, strong in fla- vor and of superior qual- ity. It is perfectly hardy even in New England, oe ~ and increases in size

from Seasen to season. A single plant of Holt’s Mammoth Sage will yield -more than a dozen ; Sie ath ; plats of oe ecg via tia fdas pt 3 nevery way the most desirable Secte lsd, . variety. Price, 3 plants, 25 cts. HOLT’S MAMMOTH SAGE. 8 for 50 cents; 17 for $1.00. “a

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NOT There are no plants offered in this catalogue that will give such complete satisfaction as our “Arctic” se t of large field grown Hardy Roses. They willstand our winters and give an abundance of bloom. Yo can not afford to do without some of these Roses, Not to be compared to pot grown plants. See page 143,

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Dwarf Tuberoses.

This is unquestionably one of the most delightfully fra- grant summer flowers grown. ‘They can be successfully grown by anybody, provided they procure good sound blooming-sized bulbs to start with. We offer strictly first- class large blooming bulbs, the best procurable ana bulbs that will bloom this season. Planted at intervals from April to July they will produce a constant supply of lovely waxy-white flowers during August and September. Do not be deceived by small cheap bulbs that will not bloom the first year.

The value of this sort over the

Double Pearle. common variety consists in its flow- ers being of large size, imbricated like a Rose, of dwarf habit, growing only from18 inches to 2 feet in height. De- sirable as a pot plant, or for winter forcing. We offer only strong large blooming bulbs, 10 cents each; 6 for 40 cents; 12 for 75 cents; by mail, postpaid. By express, not pre. paid, 12 for 60 cents: 25 for $1.00; 50 for $1.75; 100 for $3.25,

Violets.

Of all the delightful perfumes, that of the Violet is the most delicate and pleasing. Violets are now one of our most fashionable iowers, and deservedly so. They delight in a moist; shady location, and with proper care will bloom profusely during spring andalso during autumn. If want- ed or winter blooming, they Should be lifted in autumn and grown in a frame orin pots in a cool room, as they,will not stand much fire heat. They are generally considered har- dy, although in the Northern States a covering of leaves, etc., is very beneficial. Nocpllection is complete without a few Violets. We offer only a iew of the choigest varieties.

- , y This new variety Single Violet, California. OTS .2 aes from California, where it is creating a sensation. Itis claimed to be of remarkable size, fully as largeas a half dollar and on stems 6 in. or : more in length. We have not yet had opportunity to test its merits. It is certainly a remarkably strong grower, and if it comes anywhere near what itis claimed to be it will certainly be very val- uable. Strong young plants 8 cents eachs 4 for 25 cents.

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Double Blue Violet; 12% Fame Camptell. Certain tivation. Of strong healthy growth and a remarkably free bloomer. Color, dark purple. So persistent isits blooming that young plants

in 2-inch pots last spring were literally covered with flowers. Price, 8 cents; 4 for 25 cents.

s ; W , This valuable variety is Swanley. hite. a sport from Maria Lou- ise. It blooms as freely and is in every way equal to its parent. The flowers _are large, double and pure white. One

of the desirable varieties, owing to its color. 10 cents eachg 3 for 25 cents.

Verbenas.

One of the most useful and popular plants for bedding out, affording constant bloom. We offer seed in separate colors;” no plants. See FlowerSeed Department.

s Vincas.

Very useful trailing plants for banging baskets, vases, etc. Harrisonii. Dark green fo-

liage. Price, 6 cents each. Variegata. Green

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Hardy Perennial Plants. __ FOR PERMANENT PLANTING. a

There is an increasing demand for plants that are perfectly hardy, because*wh ines : 5 eres BEE hen once planted they require little attention, and increase in size and beauty from year to year, as they winter over nicely and are eaeta eee

as soon as spring opens up and are very attractive while they bloom. Spring is the best time for planting this class .

of plants and as winter approaches, cover them slightly with leaves, straw, etc. After the fi i ( z 5 ’ r - : rst year th no protection. The folowing are perfectly hardy, and, except where noted, are strong, 2% inch ape BEN es

Double Anemones. »

Queen Charlotte. Nothing in the way of hardy per- ennial plants has pleased us more the past sea- son than thisone. The plant is of a much more vigorous habit than the common varieties 2nd commences to bloom two or three weeks earlier. The flowers which are semi-double, frequently measure three inches or more in diameter, and are of the most pleasing delicate pink color, a color that is rarely found in hardy perennials. Should bein every garden. 15-¢ts. each; 2 for 25 cents.

Whirlwind. A beautiful semi-double form of the pop- ular old Anemone Japonica Alba. The flowers

_ameter and are produced in great abundance on stems 2 to three feet high. 8 cts, each; 4 for 25 cts.

Coreopsis Lanceolata.

wers in great profusion the entire season. It makes a handsome vase flower when cut, and should be grown in quantity wherever flowers are wanted for table decoration. 8 cents each; 4 for 25 cents. 2

Tuberous Rooted Clematis.

A grand plant that should be in every garden. It is nota climber, but a dwarf herbaceous plant growing from one to two feet high and producing beautiful, white and_blue, bell-shaped flowers, closely resembling the popular Clematis Jackmani. It has a large tuberous root; is perfectly hardy, and becomes more beautiful as it grows older. Sure to give satisfaction. Strong 2 year old roots 25 cents.

‘ ; te tq Queen Victoria. An improved Lobelia Cardinalis. variety of the popular ‘‘Cardi- nal Flower,”’’ with brdnze red foliage and beautiful spikes of SS. dark cardinal scarlet flowers: very brilliant. Exceedingly XX: useful for edgings = —————— = : \in flower beds :

‘Perfectly hardy 15 cents each.

a > Birbaales New Shasta Daisy.

A fine new herbaceous plant that is just now attracting much atten- |B tion: It is of very easy-culture, soon forming large clumps which are a perfect mass of large single pure white flowers, frequently 3% to 4 inches across; fine for cutting.: Price, strong plants 15 cents each 2 for 25 cents.

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“Snowcrest: A most distinct variety and an improvement on all exist- ing Sorts. Its habit of growth and size of flowers, in comparison with other varieties 1s gigantic. The flowers are borne on stout, stiff stems from 6 to 8 inches long, and are pure white and full tothe centre. When fully developed they rise to a conical or sugar loaf form, and well grown specimens will cover a silver dollar. 10centseach. |

Helianthus Multiflorus. > CS oe : a : G 0 (TINS Hardy Double Yellow Dahlia. Also called ‘‘Perennial Sunflower.” A “# : 2 ~

very useful and popular perfectly hardy perennial, literally covering it-

self.during the greater part of the summer with large perfectly double, golden-yellow, dahlia-like flowers. 8 cents each; 4 for 25 cents..

Double Hollyhocks.

"The most majestic of all hardy herbaceous plants, always attracting attention. Should bein every garden or door-yard,; nomatter how small. For planting in masses by itself, or as a background for lower growing plants, the Hollyhock cannot be dispensed with—an old fashioned plant coming into general useagain. We offer only the finest double varieties in white, pink,-crimson and yellow. Price 15 cents each; 4 for 50 cents.

~ New Allegheny Fringed Hollyhocks.

* & decided improvement on the common variety. ‘The flowers are semi- double, beautifully fringed and resembling crushed silkin texture. They are early and perpetual bloomers: This is a decided novelty th=~ wau he denehdad on ta give satisfaction.. Price, cents each: 4 far 60 cts SAGE AAS

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|. Stokesia Cyanea.

The Cornflower, or Stokes’ Aster. This is one of ous * most charming and beautiful native plants. The plant __ grows from 18 to 24 inches high, bearing frecly, from July | until frost, its handsome lavender-blue Centaurea-like ) blossoms, each measuring from 4 to 5 inches across.. It is of the casiest culture, succeeding in any open sunny pos: tion, and. is not only desirable as a single plant in the '~ mixed hardy border; butcan be used with fine effect in masses or. beds cf any size. Like many other native plants ‘which are neglected at home, this is grown in consider- able quantities in Europe to supply the demand for blue ‘cut-flowers in the autumn. No garden large or small should be without it. As asingle specimen or group in '” the hardy border it makes for itself a place that cannot | be filled by any other hardy plant.

| Wehave no hesitation in saying that Stokesia is one of | the most valuable and desirable hardy plants offered. _ Strong plants 29 cents each; 2 for 35 cents.

Chinese Paconies.

These are certainly one of the most remarkably showy, popular and attractive plants forthe lawn. The flow- ers are large, perfect in outline and most beautiful. In- deed, it would be difficult to secure a more decorative and generally useful plant, rivaling in effect the Rhododen-

_ dromiand possessing the symmetry and fragrance of the | Rose:’ As acut-flower it is of great value, as it remains in perfect condition Several days after cutting. We offer them in two distinct colors—Pure White and Bright Pink. Price, 25 cents each; the 2 varieties for 45cts. Should be ordered by express, but can be mailed if necessary.

Note. Pzonies should be ordered early, as they begin to grow early in May.

SLOKESIA.

Monardia.

2 for 25 cents.

Perennial Sweet Pea.

15 cents each; 2 for 25 cents.

G Ag a New Double Rudbeckia.

RUDBECKIA.

branched plant six feet in height, and completely

covers itself with large, perfectly double golden- ‘ Z yellow flowers. A grand plant for the lawn; also JAY EW excellent for cut-flowers. You will never regret it an" A i if you include this fine plant in your order. Price, a oO

10 cents each; 3 for 25 cents.

s ’ | 3s Everblooming Tritoma.

Tritoma Pfitzerii. One of the grandest bedding plants introduced in many | years, rivaling the Canna for attractiveness and equaling the Gladioli for cut- | flowers, the blooms keeping for a week or more after cutting. Blooms continually | from June until November. Perfectly hardy south of Cincinnati, but should be | wintered in a cellar in the North by covering the roots with sand in a box cr cor-

ner of the cellar until scting. It is most effective after the early frosts hive killed ali other flowers. Price, 25 cents each.

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Adam’s Needle. A tropical looking plant; long, narrow leaves that remain

| green theentire year. It throws up a long flower stem in the summer three or four feet high, bearing large spikes of creamy-white bell-shaped flowers that retain their beatity a longtime. We offer two Sizes; strong plants, 15 and 25 cts.

CHOICE FRUITS We here call your attention to our Fruit Department, a LOE DYE IN § pages 60 to 64. Never before were such fine trees and YUCCA FILAMENTOSA+.

choice varieties offered as are described on pages 60and 61. The small fruits, pages 62 and 63 are the very best varieties, every one a gem initsclass. The Grape Collection, page 64 is the most popular collection we ever offered;

we sold last year over 35,000 vines. You can surely find room to plant a few trees and vines about your home.

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A perfectly hardy and very desirable class of Sweet Peas that die down to the ground each autumn and start again the following spring. ‘They are very strong grow- ers, often attaining a height of four to six feet in one ,, Season, and blooming freely throughout the entire sum- “vy mer, thriving almost anywhere, even in the shade and with most ordinary treatment. Have pink, white and j scarlet flowers. We have grown a nice stock of plants in : WE several different colors,and are pleased to offer them at

Golden Glow. A glorious, new, perfectly hardy herba- ceous plant, and one that will find a place in every garden. Of fine habit, vigorous growth, with very early and continuous blooming qualities. It forms a large, well

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Fleur-de-Luce. .

The name Iris was anciently applied to this flower in allusion to the manner in which the many beautiful colors are blended — together in the flowers. ‘The flowers are of enormous size, aver- _ aging 5 to7 inches across; of indescribable and charming hues and colors, varying like watered silk in the sunlight. The pre- a dominating colors are white, crimson, rose, lilac, lavender, vio let and blue; each flower usually presenting several shades, while a golden-yellow blotch, at the base of the petals, sur- | rounded by a halo of blue and violet, intensifies the wealth of coloring. ‘They are perfectly hardy and are very free blooming. They grow very readily in almost any situation, 3 in “full exposure to the sun, or in partial shade.

The Japan Iris are really grand plants: scarcely any plant i in the flower garden cancom- — “pare with them in gorgeous beauty, and they command the most prominent place inour — “4

~ gardens, . They may be grown with fair success on upland, in light, rich, sandy soil, but it-

does not doits best in such locations, for it is particularly susceptible to good treatment, and to produce the largest ; =

and finest flowers both water and manure areessential. ‘The plants form strong clumps, attaining a height of two to three feet, and bearing 10 to 12 flower-stems from 2 feet to 3% feet high, each stem bearing two to four magnificent flowers. The leaves are slender, erect, growing almost parallel toeach other. —

We offer only the true Ji apanese varieties, imported by us direct from the growers in Japan; they are of superior — quality and far exceed in size and beauty the mixed seedlings frequently offered. Our field of J apan Iris the past season was a grand sight, attracting the attention and admiration of all who saw them. s

Price, strong single crown plants, 15 cents each; 2 for 25 cents; 5 for 50 cents; by mail, postpaid —

Iris Germanica, or German Iris. ©

These are neat, robust, hardy herbaceous plants, with large, stately, ornamental flowers of rich and elegantly blended colors, exquisitely striped with dark violet, purple or bronzed lines upon a lighter ground. They are borne on stout, erect, branched stalks much exceeding the clumps of spreading leaves. ‘The German Iris are perfectly hardy, withstand- » ing our severest winters, and form excellent border plants, usually flowering in May and June. Théeyalso form groups unparalleled in beauty. eae, shade of color may be found among them, and as they will thrive in almost any soil or situation they must be considered neces- sary in every garden. -For the wild garden, shrubbery bor- ders, margins of water, rock work, etc., they are admirably adapted. ‘Chey are native of north temperate zone, inhabit- ing Asia, Europe and North America, with a few species in Northern Africa; As will be seen by their distribution, Irises are especially adapted by their hardiness to grow in our gardens without any protection whatever.

The life of the Iris flowers varies from three to six days. They are fragile, but if cut before the petals unroll may be _ forwarded.to.a considerable distance without injury.

The species with these roots are mostly strong growing plants, rapidly increasing and requiring an abundance of moisture. They thrive and bloom best in a damp location. We offer choice sorts at 15 cents each; 4 for 50 cts.:; postpaid.

Lemon Lily.

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herbaceous perennial. plants. It easily ranks among the many popular plants for the home garden. The plants are all remarkably free from enemies, and need no protection of any kind. even in the severest winters. Small plants will flowcr freely the ‘first’ year. ‘The beautiful, clear lemon- yellow;- Lily-like flowers are produced in clusters on small stems,:during July and August, in great profusion. This beautiful yellow Day Lily has a very wholesome fragrance. The plants thrive in almost any garden soil. The flowers

are excellent for cutting. Strong roots 20cts.; 3 for 50 cts, GERMAN IRIS,

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HARDY GARDEN LILIES.

These are among the most important and desirable bulbs for the garden. They are stately and beautiful; matchless in form, variety of color and exquisite fragrance, and for general effect they have nosuperior. They thrive best ina rich, deep, moist, loamy, well drained soil, and should be mulched during July and August. Should be planted five to six inches deep. We offer anly a few of the best.

Speciosum, or Lancifolium Lilies.

The Speciosum class are the hardiest, most robust and free flowering of all Lilies. The magnificence of their blossoms cannot be described to do them justice. We offer three varieties.

Album This pretty Lily is one of our best varieties grown, being pure white with beautiful incurved petals:

~"°* very fragrant. Perfectly hardy, and a splendid Lily for cemetery planting. Wecan furnish fine strong blooming bulbs at 15 cents each; 4 for 50 cents. By express, $1.25 pcr dozen.

Roseum, A most beautiful variety, similar in habit, growth, shape and color to the Rubrum, but the petals ty are more of a pink or rose color; a splendid companion to Rubrum. Nice strong blooming bulbs 15 — —_— ; cents; 4 for 50 cents.- By express, $1.25 per dozen.

Rubrum Flowers are white, with a deep rosy or crimson band on each

* petal, with deeper colored spots between. ‘They are four to five inches in diameter, very fragrant, and have all the hardiness of the Specio- sum class. Fine strong blooming bulbs 15 cents each; 4for 50cents. By ex- press, $1.25 per dozen.

‘ y The well-known “Tiger Lily’” grows from four to six Tigrinum il, pl. feet high and bears an immense number of bright or- ange flowers. withdark spots. A strong growing, showy variety, and succeeds

‘Asa well everywhere. Postpaid, each 10 cents; 3 for 25 cents; 75 cents per dozen. PAs A splendid hardy Lily, and should be found in every gar- e385. j Umbellatum. ae One of the Ao blooms early in June, with large, up- ai 5 tight flowers: color comprising many shades of orange, red, crimson, yellow, F etc., nicely spotted and variegated. Theearliest flowering sort on our list. You

will be more than pleasedwith this Lily. Price, 15 cents each; 4 for 50 cents.

Special Offer:—One of each of the five choice Lilies for only 60 cents.

Lily of the Valley. 4

The sweetest, prettiest, most delicate and modest flower that grows. Perfectly hardy. Succeeds best in a moist, shady situation. Plant about six inches apart and two inches deep. Will soon cover the ground with its bright glossy green foliage, producing in early spring an abundance of pretty, little, fragrant white flowers. Well adapted for flowering in pots in winter, remaining in perfect condition along time. 6 for 30cents: 12 for 50 cents. A LILY BULB.

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“Templinii,” the most beautiful variety ever grown, cam only be

purchased from us. The “Cardfual”’ Strawbe~zy, “The best all perpose berry

a # ever produced” is a!so offered only by us. The “*Portage’” Gooseberry, offered ‘DOUBLE TIGER LILY. for the first time, isa marvel insize and quality.. All have sterling merit,

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we The Femplin Co., Calla, Ohio. | Hardy Perennial Phlox. :

This is one of the most easily grown hardy perennials, and the large number of beautiful varieties now offered makes it especially desirable. ‘These noble flowers are not only beauti- ful asindividuals, but the cheerful appearance of our gardens during the Autumn months is much indebted to them.

‘They succeed in almost any position or soil, and can be used to advantage either as single specimens in the mixed border or as large clumpsor beds on the lawn. ‘To produce the best results, however, they should have a rich, deep and rather moist soil, and let each clump have a space of from 2 to 3 feet in which to develope. ‘They will continue to thrive for several years with little attention, as is attested by the fineclumps about old homesteads. » ;

‘The ease with which they are cultivated, their entire hardi- ness, and the extended time of blooming, combined with the varied and beautiful coloring, make them especially valuable for garden planting. ‘The Perennial Phlox usually com- mence to bloom in early summer and exhaust themselves early in the fall, but if the tips of the growth are pinched out once or twice in early summer the bloom may be delayed until frost. ‘They are admirably adapted for cemetery planting; also for a low hedge or screen to hide old fences and unsightly objects.

Six of the Choicest Hardy Phlox.

For the amateur whois not fully acquainted with the dif- ferent colors and varieties of Hardy Phlox, we have prepared a collection of six distinct varieties. which wecan highly rec- “¢ A y. ommend, and are sure to give Satisfaction. : =

Certainly the THE PERLE. ; Henr y Murger. finest new Phlox ‘The Perle A plant of neat, com- ~ that has been introduced in many years. : * pact growth bearing - The flowers are very large, produced on large panicles of snow white blossoms. immense panicles twelve to eighteen The best white variety for: cemetry — inches in length. Color, clear bluish planting. We have tried several white white with very large distinct crimson varieties but none equal to the Perle. eye. Pot plants 15 cts; field grown 25 cts. Pot plants 15 cts.; field grown 25 cts.

‘. Thi iety is of dwarf, £ Medium sized ¥ Sunshine. Sobisel habit. : fongenicee Cross O1 Honor. flowers; pure — flowers and trusses, individual flowers white, with a band of rosy lilac through

being 1 to1% inches across. Color, light the centre of each petal, forming a Nal-—

rosy pink with deep rosy eye. ‘They tese cross. Pot plants 15 cents; field — bloom during the entire summer and are grown 25 cents.

equal to Hydrangeas in majestic beauty. This is of dwarf — Pot plants 15cts.; field grown 25 cts. Champs Flysse. habit, with

‘ Of t large panicles of fine, rich, purplish crim-

Wm. Robinson. Pane ER BLE son flowers. A distinct color among

growing 2 to 3 feet high, with large Phlox, and a choice sort. Pot plants 15

trusses of beautiful brilliant rosy salmon cts.; field grown 25 cts. Ta 4

flowers. Unquestionably one of the fin- The entire set of 6 choice Phlox, —

est in our entire list. Valuable for a sf screen; also to grow as a Specimen plant. pot grown plants for only 7 cents; tield grown plants $3.25.

Pot plants 15 cts.; field grown 25 cts. 63 Select List of Hardy Phlox.

cD See Amorit e Flowers white, overlaid with lilac; centre rosy : * carmine. A variety that will attract atten- tion. Pot plants 10 cents each; field grown 20 cents.

Alceste Large Flowers. White shaded lilac, with blu- * ish violet centre, Very beautiful. Pot plants — 10 cents each; field grown 20 cents. :

; White, suffused with pink and lilac, with Beranger. rosy lilac eye. Of neat dwarf habit. Pot plants 10 cents each; field grown 20 cents.

. oe ae k Of dwarf habit and a very large 3 Bouquet Fleur. This is a pleasing variety, — being white with carmineeye. Quite distinct. Pot plants — 10 cents each; field grown 20 cents. :

s A variety of French origin, with very large : } Diplomat. flower and truss. Coilci, bright rosy salmon, with darker eye. Pot plants 10cts.; field grown 20 cts.

‘This is another variety of French origin, 4

Escharmont. with very large, broad panicles. Color, — light rosy lilac with lighter shadings. Of dwarfhabit. Pot —

~ plants 10 cents each; field grown 20-cents. 3 ee

A plant with sturdy, compact growth, Soft La Vog ue. rosy pink flowers with a much darker eye. — A beautiful color: Pot plants 10 cents; field grown 20 cents.

% A splendid Phlox of dwarf habit. Flowers Ornament. 43! magenta, with crimson eye. Fine large truss. Pot plants 10 cents each; field grown 20 cents. on ‘ A fine variety. Distinct narrow foliage Virg. Marie. and immense panicles of white flowers — with just a faint rosy tint deepening toward the centre, Pot plants 10 cents each; field grown 20 cents. a So

The set for 75 censt; Field Grown planst for $1.50.

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Hardy Shrubbery.

* HOME is complete without some choice Hardy Shrub-

; bery, Vines, Trees, etc., and nothing is so easy to grow

and requires so little attention. Our shrubbery are all

| strong field grown, wel: rooted, two and three-year-old dormant

| Pf plants, 12 tol18inches high. When sending by mail we usually

| cut them back to10or12inches. By express, we usually select

larger and stronger plants and do not cut back. We advise ordering by express: whenever possible to do so.

| Hardy Azalea.

Mollis They are native of Japan, the home of many floral . * wonders, and one of the most beautiful flowering | - shrubs, that is hardy everywhere, remaining in the ground throughout our severest winters. Flowers very large, com- pletely covering the plant. Mixed coloi's, comprising rose, , orange, salmon, yellow, etc. Well set with flower buds. See page 98 for further description. Nice strong plants by mail, postpaid, 30 cents each: 4 for $1.00. Extra large plants, well budded, by express only, §0 cents each; 5 for $2.00. | |

Flowering Almond.

‘ A very beautiful dwarf ornamental tree or bush, and one of

D ouble Rose. the prettiest flowering shrubs in cultivation. Flowers are about one inch in diameter, borne in clusters, of a deep rosy color, and perfectly double. A valuable flowering shrub. Field grown, 35 cents each.

W 5 Similar to the above variety in growth and hab- D ouble hite. it, except the flowers, which are pure white, per- 35 cents each.

|. fectly double; blooms during July and August.

; Alth ea. Rose of

Sharon

This ; plant hedge; especially remarkable for its low,

beautiful foliage is splendid for a

Purpurea.

x W U Shrubs of easy cult- D ouble hite. ure, which bear a profusion of large, showy flowers in au- tumn. They attain a height of 6to10 - feet, resembling a large tree; completely - covered with beautiful pure white flowers which measure 3 to 5 inches in diameter.

: Field grown, 15 cents each.

‘This variety is iden- D ouble Rose. tical in growth and habit with above, except in color, which

1} is a beautiful pink or rose. Blooms freely |, . in Aug. and Sept. Field grown, 15 cts. [iN

s : The beautiful foliage of Varieg ata. this variety attracts at- tention everywhere. It is a deep green, bordered with a band of creamy white, Flowers double; color, red. Very orna-

mental, and more dwarf in growth than the above. Field grown; 20 cents each.

One each of the above Al- theas, 40 cents. :

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Floridus.

Granditflora.

bearing beautiful double purple flowers in great abun- Flowers sweeter scented and last longer than any other variety. Field grown, 20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents.

This is the popviar, oid-fashioned, delight- fully fragrant ‘Strawberry Shrub,’’? with velvety, double, purple flowers. thriving in almost any soil or location. cents each; 2 for 25 cents.

Cytisus Laburnum. Golden Chain.

dense, horizontal growth, its large brill-

iant purple foliage. Very valuable for borders for walks and drives; endures: partial shade. Perfectly hardy. Fine for single specimens. Field grown, 12 cents each; $1.25 per dozen.

Catalpas.

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* ing lawn tree, with very large, showy, fragrant blossoms of pur- ple and white, produced in pyramidal clusters. Flowers in June. One-year-old plants 15 cts.; 6 for 75 cts.: dozen $1.25.

Calicanthus.

This lovely, large-flowering Calican- thus is of strong, vigorous growth,

Blooms throughout the spring and

Of very easy culture, Field grown, 15

A small tree, producing in June and July drooping Wisteria-like

clusters, 6 to & inches long, of the brightest golden-yellow blooms. One of the most beautiful ofall lawn trees. Small

plants 15 cents each; 4 for 50 cents. . This beautiful flowering Cytisus differs Elongat 43. from the above only in its very long clus- ters of gaid-:1 vellow flowers, which are more thanva foot in length. +1 wll 1l-year-old plants 15 cts.: 4 for 50 cts.

Cercis, or Judas Tree.

J A very valuabie and showy tree for the:

American. lawn, bearing beautiful pink flowers in

great profusion, before the leayes appear in May. One- year-old plants 20 cents each. La

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Cornus or Dogwood.

The Cornus or Dogwood are beautiful hardy ornamental shrubs, with hand some foliage, often assuming a brilliant fall coloring, and with attractive flowers. Verv desirable for planting in shrubberies. ‘They grow nearly as wellin shady § places under large trees asin sunny exposed situations, and thrive in almost. oA Ps

es: any soil. ; es. a EN Sanguinea. This is the red branched Dogwood: a pretty shrub for the

“Ez fw wha lawn, with clusters of single white flowers; the stems and ; os

branches of the tree turn a beautiful blood red in fall and winter. Field | grown 20 cents each. : :

s A pretty shrub for the lawn, with beautiful variegated — Silver-Leave * foliage, and clusters of white flowers. Leaves mtargined 9} silvery-white, retaining their perfect beauty all summer. 25 cents each.

The habit and growth same as above, except foliage Golden-Leaved. is margined bright golden-yellow. 25 cents each.

Cydonia Japonica.

p A beautiful shrub, whether in flower or filled with its |) , J apan Quince. handsome fruit, Flowers are a bright scarlet-crimson, | borne in great profusion in early spring. 15 cents each; 2 for 25 cents. |

Alb A beautiful companion for the above. Growth and habit about the a. same, except that the flowers are beautiful semi-double; white. A 1

valuable sort. Price, 25 cents each. aa ; ay 2 Clethra Alnifolia. | wt ah & aS : A genus of | cmos Chestnut. 7 aga Sweet Pepper Bush. sce

: shrubs, several species of White Flowering.

which are common in low A genus of hardy ornament-

places along our southern | coast. Alnifolia is common al deciduous trees. ‘This va- riety, being our common

in the Middle States, and is | Buckeye tree, is a native of

Temarkable fer its sweet- Asia and was introduced into our nurseries from Europeat#? anearly date. Itisa large-* growing tree, very handsome, with magnificent spikes of white flowers. As a lawn ‘ag tree or for beside walks it e has no superior, and is a beautiful shade tree; perfectly hardy and quite interest- ing. The fruitis not edible, but is very interesting for the children. We offer Jie nice strong seedlings, which should be ¥

sent by express, at 25 cents each. \ GS =| E h rdia ocorus. mae. r? ; XOC O : (Kerria, or Globe Flower.) A pracefila i}

s G difl A vigorous growing shrub forming a Japonica. slender shrub, growing four to five feet | Faneamlora. neat, compact bush 10 to 12 feet high. | high, flowering with double yellow flowers from early Can be trimmed in any desired shape. Flowers pure| summer tillfall. As pretty as a Rose in shape of flower | white, borne in slender racems of 8 to 10 florets each, on and very ornamental as a plant for thelawn. Pri light and wiry branches that bend beneath their load of |. only 15 cents bloom just enough to be airy and graceful. 25 cents. each. x

Deutzias.

c. ‘li A fine little hardy shrub, of dwarf growing habit. Flowers ff

acilis. beautiful pure white, completely covering the plant in early summer; very nice forlawn. Field grown plants 15 cents each.

Flowers double, pinkish-white, in spikes five inches long.

Cr enata. One of the most satisfactory shrubs: tall and of rapid

growth; will bloom the first season. Price, 10 cents each.

, * A new French variety, with flowers nearly three times as

Lemoinei. large as Gracilis. Produced in large cone-shaped heads

with from twenty to thirty flowers each; pure white, opening out quite

full. Quite dwarf. Field grown 15 cents each.

One of each of the above Deutzias, 35 cents only.

Japanese Eleagnus.

- This new fruit-bearing ornamental shrub from Japan is Longipes. just beginning to be known, and is everywhere in demand as soon as once seen. The bright golden-yellow flowers appear late inf. June. The fruit is about half ‘an inch long, oval in shape, and deep { orange-red in color: borne in great profusion. Very attractive, while in winter its reddish-brown bark is equally fine. It is a shrub fruiting when only four to five feet high. The fruit is borne in quantity the whole length ofits branches. It is more luscious than the Cherry. It Tipens f in July and August, and the fruit remains in good condition a long time. Bush is perfectly hardy and robust. Field grown plants 25 cents each.

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plants, it improves by culti- | vation, and will succecd well } in a shrubbery border, how-+} ever dry. It should be plant- ed in the early spring, and remains in bloom several | weeks. A pleasing variety. | We offer nice field grown

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Hypericum.

’ A very choice hardy shrub with large, showy, golden Moserianum. flowers, blooming from July to October, when most Shrubs are out of bloom. It is marvelously free flowering, of large size, measuring from two to three inches in diameter. It is perfectly hardy, forming a bush 2 feet high. Field grown, 20cts.; 3 for 50 cts,

Halsia Tetraptera.

A beautiful large shrub; can be grown in bush Sno W drop. form, or cut toone shoot and grown asa tree. Blooms middle of May, before the foliage appears, bearing very ar pretty white bell-shaped flowers. 1-year-old 15 cts.: 2 for 25 cts, tS Mey RS

oe Hydrangea Paniculata.

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4 hardy flowering shrubs. Native of Japan. It attains a height of from three to four feet and is perfectly hardy, requiring no protection whatever in the most severe cli- mate. Flowers pure white when first open, generally changing to blush and pink; borne in immense pyramidal panicles near- ly a foot long. Commences blooming in July and remains in perfect condition until frost. To produce the panicles and flow- ers cut back every spring at least one-half of the last season’s growth, as the flowers are preduced on the new wood This is one of the

° SS most desirable plants for cemetery planting. i — [Seay Small pot plants 10 cents each: field-grown

plants 25 cents each; 5 for $1.00: extra Strong 40 cts., by express.

Hibiscus.

Crimson Eye. A pure white, per- fectly hardy Hibiscus, witha crim- son eye. This gorgeous Hibiscus is unequaled among hardy plants for gorgeous beauty. It is a robust grower, with dark red stems and foliage. The flowers are immense in size, often measuring 20 inches in circumference. The color is of the purest white, with a large spot of deep velvety-crimson in the cen- treof each flower. It will succeed anywhere and is perfectly hardy. Field grown 25 cents; 5 for $1.00.

-F orsythia

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The Forsy- | Golden Bells. thia is one of | the best of our early spring blooming shrubs. They are of very easy culture, with glossy green foliage and pretty yellow drooping flowers, which appear very early in the spring. Field grown, 15 cents each.

' This is the weep- , Suspensa. ing Forsythia, of _ Slender growth, and when coy- ered in the spring with its yellow flowers the branches bend be-

| neath the weight of bloom. Field | grown, 25 cents each.

iE --~LAlacs..

While everybody loves the old- - lioned, common, single white and blue Lilacs, everybody don’t ~ | _know there are other varieties ~~ : ; ‘ 'much their superior. We offer the lovely Persian Lilacs, with two other | beautiful named varieties, which we highly recommend, and know they will be greatly admired by all who growthem. ‘They are of easy culture and | thrive in almost any place, producing large panicles of lovely sweet-scented | blossoms, of different colors and shades. Don’t fail to include some Lilacs in your org r, and tell your neighbors to order with you.

{ 2 ° : ffer the Persian Lilac in preference to the com- | Lilac, - ersian. es od white and purple sorts, as the flowers are borne ' in much larger and more graceful clusters; foliage is smaller and growth | More slender. We offer two choice colors, pure white and pinkish lilac. Field | grown plants of either color 20 cents each, or the two for 35 cents.

: : : “The finest Another grand new \ Marie Legray. new Lilac Charles e variety, with very | yet introduced. A white Lilac of large panicles of magni ficent, com-

_ great beauty: blooms in dense mass- pact clusters of dark purplish-red | es, with large, compact trusses of the flowers produced in great profusion. | purest pearly white flowers. A grand Be sure to include this in your order. i= Variety. Field grown 35 cents each. Field grown 35cents each.

Que of each ot the above two new Lilacs for 60 cents.

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| E D ROWN ROSE On pages 142 and 143 will be found a very se-

| Fl L 6 § lect list of our large field-grown Rose bushes.

| Ifyou want some of these magnificent plants, please get your order in eafly: :

| if possible beiore May 1st, as they cannot be handled successfully after they ¥ begin to grow. This is very important; we repeat, send your order in early. !

They can be sent with perfect safety after New Year’s. Freezing on the way -

|| will not be injurious, as they are now in a dormant condition. PERSIAN LILAC.

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California. control, by use.of shears or cried to: §

any desired shape. Fine for hedges on largerura)

grounds, parks, cemeteries, in single clumps or with | other shrubs; also as screens to out-buildings, fences, etc. — Very hardy, easy to grow on all soils, even in

partial shade; almost evergreen, its rich, leathery ~ foliage ~hanging to deep purple in winter. For

hed ges set them in a double row, the two rows being about 8 inches apart, setting the plants about 12

inches apart in the row, alternating the plants. — We offer 2-year-old pla nts, field grown, 10 cts. each; $!.00 per dozen; postpaid. By express, 25 for $1.50: 50 for $2.50; 100 for $4.00. Field grown 3-year-old, well branched, 18 to 24 inches high, for immediate

+. “? effect, 50 for $4.00; 100 for $7.00. ;

: Ibota A beautiful Japanese variety,

* which can be grown in the coldest parts of ouf Northern States, where the Z above variety is sometimes found to be a \ WY wy), iittle tender. In addition to its valueasa

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Mock Orange.

4; The Syringa or ‘Mock Geanddlora. 2

hardy shrub of vigorous habit, y Wi. rae ot all Bare shrubs, blooming — with large foliage and beauti- zig \ { \\ Yj Y tae the entire month of ful sweet scented flowers, like EX Mle IS WSS WY une, bearing a drooping clus-

ter of small snow-white flowers. | Two-year-old field: grown, 15 cents each; 2 for 25cents. By express, 25 for $2.00: 50 for $3.00: 100 for $5.00. E

Prunus Pissardi.

Purple-leaved Plum. Introduced from Persia in 1881. Itisasmall-— sized, round-headed, fine-branch- ed tree, or largeshrub. Its foli- age, when first put forth, is ofa 2 tender pink-purple, changing —

Z ; S SS gradually to‘a red-purple and ea Pry : : finally to a rich shade of black- — Sambucus Aurea M) Hf , { purple, remaining in that unusual color : + Yh SN) until latein November. However, not to |

\ aA be compared to the fruit-bearing Pium.

‘This variety is a most ornamental sort, and is exceedingly effective when planted | “with light colored or yellow shrubs: one of

Orange blossoms. Blooms in June and July. Field grown 15 cents each; 2 for 25 cents.

, ‘This is com- Flora Pleno.2 =o a new variety of Mock Orange, of dwarf, compact, shapely growth, producing its lovely, Sweet - scented, semi- double flowers from the ground tothe top of its branches. A splen- did companion to Grandiflora and should be grown in every garden... Field grown, 20 cts.

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Golden-leaved Elder. A very showy shrub with golden-yellow foliage. Grand for-single specimen plants or planted in masses by themselves; or to contrast with other /f the most valuable lawn shrubs in our en- shrubbery. It produces clusters of pure white /: tire collection,” Nice field’ grown plants 30

flowers. Price, 20 cents each. cents each: 2 for 50 cents. a _ Mock ORANGE oe 4

Four Beautiful Spireas.

These graceful drooping shrubs every one should plant, as they are of the easiest Cult- ure and very desirable in a collection of shrubs, and also as a specimen plant on a lawn. They embrace such a _ range of foliage,color of flowers, and habit of growth. Of very dwarf habit, attaining a height of 4 to5 feet. We offer field grown plants. Van Houtti The hardiest of all Spireas. The bushes form fine, compact

* clumps; the pure white flowers are borne in such masses that they form great plumes, drooping gracefully, giving the clumps the appearance of ‘‘a snow bank of white bloom.”’ Price, 15 cents each.

P if iF Blooms in May, with its mass of perfectly double pure white flow- funitOlla. ers The foliage is round and a beautiful green. Makes showy specimen plants for lawns. Price, 15 cents each. Bill rdi This is one of the most beautiful of ail Spireas, as its plum-like deep {lla * rose-colored flowers are produced in great abundance. 15 cents.

Av ] This beautiful new crimson-flowered Spirea outshines Anthony aterer. all the Spireas in brilliancy of color—a bright crim- son. It makes a low, compact bush. Small pot plants 15 cts.: field grown 25 cts.

Two Viburnums.

Common Snowball. Produces in May and June a great proiusion of pure white flowers resembling snowballs. Field grown plants only 15 cents.

Plicatum. This new Japanese Snowball forms an erect shrub 6 to 8 feet high. Blooms in June and for a long time remaims a solid mass of white from the ground to the top. of the branches. ‘The foliage in early summer is an olive green, turning “-== toa very dark g en. Thebest Snowball grown. Field grown. 25 cents each.

Weigela.

Beautiful. shrubs that bloom in June and July. The flowers are produced in great.,profusion, almost hiding the foliage. Very desirable for grouping on the lawn or as specimen plants. . We offer the following varicties:

Nana Variegata. One of the most beautiful shrubs grown: leaves beautifully margined creamy-white; flowers pink. Field grown 20 cents each. X

Canad. <A pure white variety; blooms throughout the summer. 15 cents _teea. Popular old variety: rose-colored flowers. Price, 15 cents each

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i. s a ’ | Hardy Climbing Vines. Below we give a list of choice hardy climbers, suited to

any Climate or location. All varieties strong field-grown, two to three-year-old plants, except where noted.

Ampelopsis Veitchii.

Boston Ivy. This very attractive clinging vine Will be readily recognized by our readers when we remind them that its glossy Ivy leaves overlap each other and its long delicate young shoots stretch up the stone walls of our finest city residences. The tendrils at Nearly every joint cling firmly to the smoothest surface of rock or wood. The glossy = leaves assume in the autumn the most beautiful tints of By Scarlet and crimson. The handsomest vine possible for # growth on house walls, especially the foundation and the first Story, round the doors and windows. It is quite hardy Zee but some protection of straw may well be used immediately ez around the plant in winter. We offer two sizes: ‘ 2inch pot plants 10 cents each; 3 for 25 cents. strong plants 20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents.

Ampelopsis, Quinquifolia.

«Virginia Creeper The Virginia Creeper is one of our "finest climbers. Its flowers have no beauty, but it is a beautiful ornamental climbing vine, from the brilliant scar- “let and orange which its leaves assume in the autumn “; ‘The plant is of very rapid growth in any kind of soil, often Si gtowing Several feet in a single season. The vine is per- fectly hardy, withstanding our severest winters, and will succeed everywhere. For covering dead trees, gate-posts jand for growing up at porches, it is a fine vine. Field grown three-year-old plants 25 cts. ; 5 for $1.00, postpaid.

Akebia Quinata:

perfectly hardy, iast growing Japan vine, with mag- nificent foliage, pred uc- ing flowers in large clusters, of chocolate- purple color, possessing a most delicious per- ‘ume. _ Unsurpassed ) for covering trellises and verandas. ‘The foliage is never at- tacked by insects. It cften grows fifteen feet im a- year, and pro duces throughout the sezson ‘large clusters of fragrant flowers, re- Sembling Forget -me- ‘nots. It will twine around old trees, com- pletely covering the branches, from which it will hang in grace- ful festoons. Wasin- troduced from Japan in 1844, Strong field grown plants 20 cents each; 3for 50 cents.

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Aristolchia.

Dutchman’s Pipe. This beautiful vine is not perfectly | hardy, therefore needs some protection through the win- ter. It is a very rapid climber: bears profusely, even. on small vines, its very odd but handsome, attractive flowers, which are 2% to 3 inches in diameter, of a rich dark purple color, ornamented throughout with irregu- lar markings of creamy white, and having a yellow eye. Owing to its peculiar shape it is commonly called *“‘Dutchman’s Pipe.” 2-year-old field grown plants 35c.

Begnonia Grandiflora.

Trumpet Vine. Another good old-fashioned hardy climber, with clus-

ters of large, trumpet-shaped, crimson-orange flowers. Will grow in

/ almost any soil and under most trying conditions. We offer the Jarge ' flowering Grandiflora variety. 2-year-old field grown 25 cents each.

New Japanese Clematis, Paniculata.

This handsome hardy climber is one of the choicest and most satisfac- tory climbing flowering plants we grow... The plant is of strong, rapid i) growth, with small, dense, cheerful green foliage, giving it an elegance : » possessed by no other hardy climber, and even did it not flower at all, it i) would be one of our most desirable vines. The flowers appear in greatest ) profusion during August and continue late in the fall; are a creamy »white color and most deliciously fragrant; of easy culture; will grow any- WW where. Weoffer twosizes: Strong one-year-old pot plants 15 cents each. |} Two-year-old field grown plants 25 cents each.

Yellow Clematis, Graveolens.

Single bright yellow. The flowers are four pointed star-shaped and are jwarger than those of the Paniculata, being 2% to 3 inches in diameter and {.are borne in large, long panicles throughout the late summer and fall till | frost comes. The vine is a vigorous, rapid grower, entirely unaffected )by Clematis diseases. The bright, lemon color of the flower is very pleas- Ming and this is the only Clematis having any yellow coloring. Strong 'two-year-old field grown plants 50 cents each; 3 for $1.25; 6 for $2.00. CLEMATIS PANICULATA,

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Large Flowering Clematis

The royal purple of this splendid ever- blooming flower may well be said to mark it as a prince among all hardy flowering vines. It is especially adapted to open lawns or house fronts in thecity or country. Perfectly hardy; blooms the entire season, bearing beautiful and lasting flowers. Many fail- ures in growing the Clematis are the result of too snallow planting; the crown of the roots should be set at least three inches below the surface of the soil. ‘They delight in good, rich, deep soil. Werecommend the applica- tion of well rotted manure in holes a few inches away trom the plant in opposite di- rections. The feeding roots reach out to these holes, which may be watered freely, with better success than when the manure is applied directly to the base of the plant. The plants we offer are nicestrong two-year old size ready for blooming. :

Notice On account of the brittleness of * the bark on Clematis, it cracks very easily, and many people believe the £# plant is permantly injured when such is not ™ the case. We receive many letters on this subject. We examine all plants carefully to see that they arein good growing condition, and if they die after being received in good order we do not agree to replace them.

¢ The best known and most valued variety. The Jackmani. flowers when fully expanded, are from four to six inches in diameter; intense violet purple,-with a rich velvety appearance, and distinctly veined. Flowers continuously from July until late fall. Wesell more Jackmani than all others combined. Strong 2-year-old plants 60 cents each,

¢ Flowers of this variety are exceptionally large: Henryi. color beautiful creamy white; a strong vigorous grower and perpetual bloomer. An excellent variety for cem- etery planting, and a fine companion for Jackmani. Strong Sen two-year-old plants 60 cerrts each. JACK MANI. 7 rae This beautiful Clematis is quite dis- i A very pleasing sort. Kermisina. Gri, Sang 2 one ie ited] Mad. Baron Villard. fioves tery large: _ without a touch of purple. A splendid sort with the ut-| Color, delicate rose with lilac shadings.~ Quite distinct most profusion of bloom; a strong grower and free bloom-| from all other varieties. Price, 50 cents each. | er. Should be grown in every yard. We can highly ‘ A very desirable, | recommend this choice varieiy. Price, 50 cents each. Duchess of Edinburg * double, creamy white. i

s s A strong, rampant grower. H ae variety. ‘The flowers are not quite so large as Jack- Seiboldi. constant bloomer. Pr ioweke tee ante mani, but double, therefore showy. Price, 50 cents each. Color, a beautiful light blue. Constant and profuse S y if Offer We will select three choice, distinct © bloomer. A very beautiful and satisfactory Clematis pecia * Clematis, one Jackmani, one Hen-

which should be grown in every garden. We highly! .ryiand one Kermasina and forward by mail, postpaid, recommend this as a light blue variety. 50centseach.!| for only $1.25.

Sweet Scented Honeysuckles.

Halliana One of the sweetest and most beautiful Honeysuckles: a

: * strong, ciean, neat grower, perfectly hardy, almost evergreen; |’ constant and most profuse bloomer; flowers, buff-yellow, passing to white, deliciously sweet: elegant for porches and allsimilar places. Nice strong pot plants 10 cents each; field grown, 2-year-old plants 25 cents each.

Slender, moderate grower; leaves beautifully vein-

Golden-Leaved. ed and netted with clear yellow, so that prevailing colors of the foliage is bright yellow: flowers yellow and sweet scented. Nice | strong pot plants 10 cents each; field grown, 2-year-old plants 25 cents.

g ‘This is oneof the most Satisfactory of Honey-

Monthly Fragrant. suckles, producing continuously large trusses of very fine, fragrant flowers, red and yellowin color. Nice, strong pot plants 10 cents each; 2-year-old plants 25 cents each. =|

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without arival. Often attaining a height of fifty feet or more. One-year-

WISTERIA. old plants 10 cents each; large field grown plants 35 cents each. 7

i utiful Wisteria is identi- Ab This valuable new Wisteria was intro Sinensis Alba. ae the above in habit and | Multijuga. duced from Japan, and produces m growth, except it has long panicles of pure white flowers: nificent racems of lovely pure white flowers, often me

uring eight to teninchesinlength. A magnificent | uring fifteeninchesinlength. A very rapid climber, ani pai fetes vine. Large field grown plants 35 cts. the most beautiful Wisteria incultivation. 50 cts. ea

One of each of the above three field grown Wisterias for only $1.00.

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A SAFE, CLEAN AND QUICK ACTING FERTILIZER FOR HOUSE PLANTS.

There is no soil, whatever may be its original fertility, that can sus- ’ taim a continuous growth of vegetation, without becoming, to a greater or less extent, exhausted. Growing plants sometimes almost come toa stand-still because of having exhausted the available plant food in the soil, Toencourage a renewal of growth in such cases some quick-acting fertilizer should be incor porated into the soil at once.

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After offering a number of different brands of Concentrated Plant Foods to our customers for several years, we decided to have a special Flant Food prepared for our trade. We now have what we guarantee to be unquestionably the best Fertilizer for House Plants on the market to- day. Thedemand for a good Plant Food is: n the increase, as people are learning that it pays to use a good Plant Fertilizer. It is very hign in its analysis. It is a wonderful invigorator, producing luxuriant, hi alt hy + growth; its use will result in finer foliage and larger and more brilliant

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per one-half-pound can, 25 cents, by mail, postpaid.

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| ss “Sulpho-Tobacco Soap.

A Positive and Convenient Exte.miuator of all kinds of Insect Life on Plants E in the ouse, Window or Garden. Absolutely Safe and Non-injurious to the Tenderest Plant. Tobacco is known to be one of the most powerful agents for the destruction of insects, and Sulphur is the best known preventive for mildew and other fungous diseases. In

| Sulpho-Tobacco Soap we have both of these agents combined in a convenient, soluble form, It is a sure, safe and immediate exterminator of all destructive insects, and a

preventive of all fungous diseases. It is also a valuable fertilizer.

KILLS BUGS AND INSECTS AND REVIVES PLANT LIFE.

_ Complete instructions for applying will accompany each cake, together with a sixteen- Page booklet entitled “‘THE Winpow GaRDEN.” Full of valuable information. Price, 2-pound cake sufficient for 4 gallons of solution, 28 cents, postpaid.

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Rubber Plant Sprinkler.

How often have you wished for something with which you could water your plants, much or little, without soiling everything else near. Here is just what you have been looking for. The up-to-date florist will net be without a rubber sprirkier. It will render valuable aid in keeping your plants fresh and healthy. That troublesome foe to plants, the Red Spider, can be exterminated by using the Rubber Sprinkler to spray the under side of foliage, as is shown in the illustration. It will also be found indispersable for applying Sulpho-Tobacco, Fir Tree Oil and other solutions for destroying lice and other insects. It is the nicest thing you ever saw for sprinkling clothes. To fili it you simply compress the bulb and drop it intoa basin of water. Price, medium size, 75 cents; large size, $1.00; by mail, postpaid.

Never Break” Garden Trowel.

Made from the best grade of steel formed by a special process, insuring great strength and durability. Selected hardwood handles. A necessity in every garden, for

planting vegetables, -flowers, etc. The Finest Garden Trowel Ever Made. Will last wlifefime, Price, by ex-

press, only 15 cents each. By mail, postpaid, 25 cents each.

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“GARDENING FOR PROFIT.” ““PRACTICAL FLORICULTURE.”’

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Worth many times its cost to those growing vegetables for either market or home use.” It gives full detailed descriptive culture of all kinds of vegetables, and is fully illustrated. Wedonot hesitate to recommend this book to all who are interested in gardening; itis tull of interesting and valuable infor- bound, 375 pages, Price, $1.50.

If you want to become a Commercial Florist then by all means you should have this book. It tells all about the many details of the business. How to build a greenhouse and how to heat it. How to propagate and care for all kinds of plants. It is equally valuatle to the amateur, and all having conservatories, greenhouses or window gardens. Cloth,325 pages. Price, $1.50

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The “Templin” Bucket Spray Pump. |

LIGHT, NEAT, COMPACT, STRONG, DURABLE.

HE history of spraying would be interesting, but much more so would be the history of the development of the appliances used for spraying, which have to- day reached so high a standard of perfection. ~The appearance of insect and

fungus enemies to traits and flowers have made the Spray Pump indispensable: the Bueket Spray Pur pis the most practical form for the average Family Garden.

_ ‘THE ESSENTIALS of a good Bucket Spray Pump are (1) durability; secured by having all working parts made of brass, as copper compounds corrmie iron and soon render it worthless. (2) Strength; obtained by a good-sized cylinder, substantial valves, wall and piston, made of indestructible material. (3) Easy working: found only in a pump having a large air-chamber and smoothly finished working parts. (4) Compactness; so as to facilitate the working and moving about, and not so top- heavy as to fall over when set down. ‘The above, and several other val- uable features, are claimed for the ‘“Templin’’? Bucket SprayPump,

IT 1S THE BEST BUCKET SPRAY PUMP ON THE MARKET.

_A good Bucket Spray Pump is now recognized as a necessity in every greenhouse, conservatory, garden, orchard or vineyard, for applying the various kinds of Fungicides and Insecticides; being much more conven- ient and effective than the brass syringe formerly used for these pur- poses. They have also become popular for washing windows, buggies, ie a — | Se -

spraying poultry houses, etc. ‘ ZF \ IH \ =

Points of Superiority.

aa It is durable and strone, because all working parts exposed to spraying compounds are made of brass; and the handle, foot rest and clamps are made of malleabletron. ~

E&-Tt ts double acting, forcing out a continuous stream or spray with both upward and downward strokes.

RE-Tt has the largest and most perfect air-chamber of any. Bucket Spray Pump made, the plung cer being hol-~ low, Eves Gir Space tn addition to the aitr-chamber. -

BEI has adjustable bucket clamp, which can be quickly

ad, justed-to a bucket or tub of any thickness.

BG Tt has an adjustable Foot rest which can be readily adjusted to @ bucket of any depth. .

ES It has.a clamp for holding the-bucket handle tn anup-

_ right position, ready for immediate use.

Eas-Tt 7s- fitted with bronze ball value which will never wear out nor get out of order. :

HS It is fitted with four feet of best hose and the cele- brated Bordeaux Nozzle that will throw the finest

~ SPTLY OF a solid stream. It ts the best nozzle made.

We have catefully examined the merits an. ¢2- merits of the different Bucket Spray Pumps_on the — market, and have had a Special Pump manufactured © expressly forus—according to our suggestions—which we believe embraces more valuable features thanany other Pump on the market. After using one of these Pumps continually, in our greenhouses, fora wine ; of years, we know not wherein we could improve it. — NOTE:—We have been offering this pump for the last eight years, = and have received hundreds of testimonials, all of which bear us out in the strong claim that é zs the best Bucket Spray Pump qnade. A

year ago we sold, toone man, more than 200 of these Spray Pumps. He secured orders for them in two or three counties, He says: 3 :

‘They are giving perfect satisfaction in every case.”’

Explanatory Key.

A—Collar to hold bail un position.

B—Main part of the clamp,

C—Adjustable part of clamp.

U D—Adjustable foot rest. E—Adjusting screw for clamp. F—Screw for adjusting foot rest.

. G—Scerew for clamping pump. ,

el - H—Brass cylinder of pump : aap I—Foot valve and agitator.

” Success } in ee success in anything—is a matter of detazl. ‘There are many little things, seemingly unimportant, which will all affect the results to be obtained. ‘The one thing of most vital importance is to have a sprayer that will throw an exceedingly fine spray or mist, so that the entire surface of - the foliage may be thoroughly covered w ith.the emulsion. Thisis alsoneces- ere sary-as a matter-of. economy , asa lesser quantity of emulsion is required to do effective work if thrown-onin a mist, than in a heavy spray. The Templin Spray. Pump, wih the Bordeaux Nozzle, ts positively unequaled as a sprayer. The price ofa pump can be saved first season, by the spraying of a single tree.

Price, complete (bucket not included) with 4 feet of hose and the celebrated ferdeaul Nozzle, $3. 50. Seven foot extension hose, with coupling and pele connections, fer spraying tall trees, $I. 00. extra.

A Valuable Hand-Book on Spraying Free.

bs D cs, 99 The aim in the preparation of this work has been to place in the hands of the farmer, ‘Spraying for Profit. fruit grower and gardener a small, practical hand-book for ready reference, describing -f briefly but thoroughly the more common insecticides and fungicides now so largely used for suppressing insects |] -and. diseases i injurious to plant life. The advantage of this work over other similar works, lies in its simplicity; iy

||: treating as it does on the few formulas that have, by years of use, proven to be practical for the amateur. This: : -little book i is indispensable to those who use a spray pump. We send a copy FREE with every spray pe we . Regular prep 20 cents each. by mail postpaid,

“Termplin” High Whe! Ball Bearing « LAWN MOWER. « «

- ; : HESE Mowers are built expressly for us by one of POINTS OF The Lightest Running the oldest manufacturing houses in RMeRICa f EXCELLENCE cht They have been engaged in the manufacture 0 Lawn Mower Made. strictly high grade Lawn Mowers for over twenty- (C > ~ five years. They are made without a, _ regard to cost, as we have asked them tofurnish us the Best Mower they are able to build. We have been offering these Mowers for the last three years, and have had many letters testifying to their ster- ling merit. We are, therefore, confident that it is one of the best, most durable and easiest working Mowers on the market to-day. We have for the last three years been using one on the extensive lawns around our homes and establish- ments (which are equai in area to five or six ordinary lawns) and it does excelient work and runs easily yet. Wecan most heartily recommend it as A Strictly High Grade Lawn Mower.

Ball Bearings. High Wheels, Four-blade Cylinder... Finest Steel Balls. Finest Steel Cones. Finest Steel Cups. Dust-proof Bearings. Perfectly Ground.

Adjustable Throughout. Silent in Operation. -

_It is made of the very best matenals; the highest Made as Accurately quality of iron and steel. Toinsure-trueness in fitting, Ver Li htest Running as the Finest Bicycle. smoothness and ease in working, all wearing parts are y g | 2 Soh Re ete Dated eed Fe pork therefore, no irregularities to Bu ; wear off and leave ill-fitting parts to rattle and wear ss away. ‘The knives are made of the finest steel, properly tempered; are sharp and Elegantly Finished.

cut like razors, and will keep sharp under fair usage, if the under knife or “‘shear

plate”’ is kept adjusted ‘so as to lightly touch the revolving blades; it thus becomes

practically self-sharpening. J¢ 7s very durable, ts not liatle to get out of order, and is guaranteed to do the finest work, and give entire satisfaction. Guaranteed lo Please,

Ball %, It is constructed upon the best mechanical principles, and is Bearings. unexcelled in easy working. The axles of the revolving cylinder

A __, work in dust-proof, “ball-bearing” journal boxes or cups, which Y reduce the enonsto the minimum. The adjustment of the bearings is so simple 7 that even those who are not familiar with mechanics will have no trouble in keep- 1 ing it in excellent working order for years. A 20-inch Mower runs easier than a Y PAT D SEPT 12. 1899. 16-inch Mower of the old style. : A The Templin Lawn Mower has driving High Wheels. wheels 40 inches high, and therefore runs more smoothly than those with low wheels. _ It has a large, open, four-blade cylinder, which insures - smooth, even cutting.

‘THESE MOWERS ARE MADE WITH - AS GREAT A DEGREE OF ACCURA- CY AS THE FINEST BICYCLE.

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{ 2 “ wo : 2 * ~ 6 the arrangement of the 38 inch, : steel balls and cone, and 20 inch, = ef ~ = z = a - _ 7,00 the mechanical clutch.

™) OUR AGENT We recognize the fact that our patrons can, by a simple statement that they know our

: # goods to be reliable, secure orders among their friends that we couic net secure, thus help- ing to extend our trade. Send for our “Agent’s Outfit,” mentioned on page 2. We feel confident you. will be inter ssted init. ‘f-vou are willing to take up the work among your ‘riends you can Secure Casx for your work

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Horse Chestnut. ........ 152 | Plant Departm’t.. .-97-156- Avera trims) occ is oht nee 99 (plants). 10840 Horseradish.. 0.2... 66s <2 36 “* ood... 5382, -157 Agapanthus Umbellatus. 100 Cinnamon Vine (seed) .....74]| Horned Cucumber....... 66 _oSprinkler, s.se08 25 157 Akebia Quinata.......... 155 (plants)..103 | How to Order............. 2| Plumbago........--- 2-127 Allamanda Williamsii..... ‘oe Clematis (seed) S Seta hee i Husk Lomatoce. =. 0.5... 551 -Plamisass ae 5 ES ee .61 Aloysia Citriodora..... 66, 100 s Tuberous. ...... Hydrangeas........123, 153 | Poppies. ...........65, 66, 90 Almond (Flowering)...... 151 ee (plants) ....155, 15 Hypericum. 723.05 Se sce 153 | Portulaceas:.:3. <2. 90 - AlfepnantienaSsen «aes 99 | Cleome Pungens........... Ice SE pee Tee -79 | Potatoes... Althea. Sg 5 tes,2 tease 151 | Climbing Mixture......... 3 Iris - : 148 | Practical Floriculture..157 _ Allyssum.........-- +--+ 65, 72 | Clethra and Cocorus...... 152 | Ivies . ..67, 78, 122 | Premiums, Cash....17, 129 AmMaryllis 6 onb esc ees: 98, 99 | Clover (Crimson)........... 57| Jasmines...........-..- 124 | Primulas.....---+.... 89,130 — Ammomum Cardamon:<..98 | Cobwa.:. 2.0.2)... 2... 66, 75 | Justicia Carnea.. -126 | Priver, Ligustrum. ...-154 — Ampelopsis. 2’... 4--<5:!- 155 | Coleus (seeds).......... 66, 75 | Kale or Borecole....--... 31 | Prunus Pissanet Bree 2. -.154 (Anemones... ees ee 146 (Hants)s,.. oe pees 107 | Kochia copa Srey 67 | Pumpkins... . tea Antigonon Leptopus (Geen li12)| Collatds. see racs eee 36 | Kohl Rabi.. =e -36 | Pump, Spray... siaed ne (plants).99 {).C orasd20p = -2 acsee eee 33° | WATtANAS «<6 = oo 18, 124 | Radishes.........14, 50, 51 Antitrhinim ose. o-- 72 “> Sweet :....... 5, 9, 32, 33 | Larkspur and Lavender.79 | Rape.... as cgap te ee Apples ooo. Gawae ee e e 60 e-: Salad: 245 eae 6 | Lawn Grass......-........96 Raspberries. -«.-. Meenas? Agfilepias sus + tees: 72 | Cornus (Dogwood)........ 152. “< Mower....... .159 | Rhubarb... Rory | Araucaria iixcelsa.. .100, =e Coreepsis Lanceolata.....146| Leek. ayen . .36 Roses Relies Baten 131 to 143 Arctetis Graudis. =... COSHIOS+o=. 22. Slane ee HeemlONenisew ons ee, ee 125 ; Acme Collection - eee Aristolenia: . tcc et202 saab ine Grab: Cactus: <a 105 | Lettuce. -- ..8, 16, 3 38| “‘ Arctic Set . oe Apiichoke: —-S2ee42 - ee 1S PO tecsy a. s. ee oe eros 29 | Ligustrum (Privet)... ..154 | “* Dormant - 142 Artillery Plant......-.... 126-|' Cubanelaily2: . éc.<ccn-e ee 103 | Lilacs . riety sc Pees ‘ General Lists: “1 to "135 Asparagus (seeds) .. .3, 18, x2 Cucumbers....... 9, 34, 35, 66] Lily, ee See eas aes oe 100 “ Hardy Climbers. . . --141 pee) Otome 100 es Wilde. 38 75| ‘** Hardy Sune. ee 149 oe Everblooming. 135 oh (roots) . . 18 | Cycas Revoluta.......... 123: |5> “= Gemon.~. -. Be oF ay ., Hybrid Perpetuals..139 PA GUCTS ci ee en so ee 70, 71 | Cyclamen (seed)........... iSaieoe ofthe Valley-. - -149 ‘La France Set. .-.--. 137 Atamascoiilt ens 100 CyperusAlternifolia (seed) .75 Lobelias (seed)....--.....78] ‘* Memorial....:.:...140,141 AZaleasoeertec we ues 98, 151 “« _(plants).103 (plants.)in-< 2-146 | Wiese ee oa: eee ee Bachelor’s Button......... 3 | Cydonia Japonica........ 152 | Mangel Wurzel.....----- 23| ** Polyantha.....---...138 — Balloon Vine............--- 43| Cypress. Vin@ <i ene cones 75| Marigold..........-.-.---.80| ‘* Ramblers.:..... 133; 140 Balsam Apple............- 73 | Cytisus Laburnum....... 151 | Maurandia,..-----.-..-...80} ** Soupert....=-.....--..138 Balsamic ees oa 73 Dahlias (seed) a= eeeeeee 76 | Marvelof Peru ..--.--.-- 80 | Rudbeckia...-.. ..147 Banatiaiie: ot 25 tee ee 128 a: (plants)...... 112, 113 | Medical Herbs. ..-.-- ....57 | Russelia Juncea........ 130 Barberry: oscnier ne ee 151 Daisies (seed). ......--..-6- 7 Melons, Musk.....8, 9,39,40 | Ruta Baga............. 56 GANS footie eee 19 to 21 (plants).2422 -22e= 126 a Water....- 7, 41, 42 | Sage (seed).............. a Beets oe eee 3, 22, 23 se Spouble-ssver. a. x e Melothria Punctata.---- 80;|> -"*- (plats) eee ..144 Begonias Geed)i = ae 667) “Dandelions. 2.2 22a. Shee ee Mignonette and Mimosa 80 Se eee ces eee - O1 (plamts\e= -- s2eee: 101. | Decorative Plants. ...128, in Mimulus& MinaLobata..80 | Salsify-.- Ja tae seet 16,255 = ‘Tuberous.. ...... 102 | Delphinium................ 76 | Mock Orange..... .......154 Sambucus ae eee aee 154 SOrey IROX 6 pases ee 102 | Deutzia......... ee 152| Monardia ........--....--.147 | Sanseveria Zealanica....144 . ‘* Templinii..seecover | Dianthus, Digitalis.......77| Monkey Flower...------. 66 | Salvias (seed) .........--- ) ae Bedding Mixture.......... 93 Dolichos ere eh eo aoe 67, 76 | Moonflower.....---«.--- 79, 126 $s ice) 0044 Bouquet Mixture.......... 93 | “Downing” Collection..... 63 | Montbretias a......-.-..-.-- 124 | Scabiosa .. 2 Sua ee Bignonia Grandiflora..... 1553) Bes Plantce sa 16,36 | Morning Glory ... ---..-.--79 | Smilax (seed). 5a Sere ee 91 Bird of Paradise.........-. 73 | Eleagnusand Exochordia. ee Moss Verbena...--....---68 es (plants) c. scsi pes. 144 Blackbetrries...........:-.- OSo Bird ivetiaae ea eee Leer Musa Ensete.......----..-128 | Soap, Sulpho........- = «1ST Blue Daisies..............- iS ip horbia ssesc naa aoa - Mustard .........-........48 | Solanum Azurea-.-....-.144 Borecole, or Kale........--- Si "yerlastinGs: 5»... + <es sec a2 93 | Myosotis Satan ates Face SOs) SPINA Chane peteeeeee . 53 Bocconia Japonica......... 73 | Family Collection......... 59 | Nasturtiums:.......81 to 83 | Spireas..-..----.......2. Be bo Books (ieee soe eee ee 1S Berns. Gove usece cc 114, 115 | Nicotiana.............----.--80 | Spraying; Sa ae: 158 3 PEI ents see Order Sheet | Feverfew.....:.........-.- 111 | Nierembergia..............80 | Squashes..........-.. » 5253. ae “Brightest and Best’’..... 94:1 -Ficus Elastica............ 128 | Okra, or Gombo...........45 | Stocks. - arin ie 91 Browalliac- 2c eae 3 | Flower Seed Departm’t.72-95 | Oleanders... -.--.----- 125 | Stokesia ‘Cyanea (seed)...66 Brussells Sprouts........-. 31 “* Novelties. ..65-71 | Onions (seed). ae 43 to 45 iplaatss 7147 = BryonopSis.........-.+----- i HOrsy:tiiai. con; eces ene 153 (sets). Sete Strobilanthes .. 44-3 Butterfly Flower.........-. Fruit Collections.60, 61, 63, ae Orange, Dwarf. Hee eke 125 | Sugar Beets... eae Cabbages. 753s: 5,9, ie Puchsias= 220250 ek 111 Mock.. -154 | Surprise Collection..---- 95° CaCbus seis utcusictcr Sens WA Gaillardias ees, so5,. Feo vee 77 | Ornamental Grasses Shee 93 | Swainsonias. . epepeceeel SO , Calendula .:..0. 5.2.22 27. 5 76 | Gardening for Profit...... 157 \Oxaliscs- + ‘aces cb> saws .127 | Sweet Williams. » oo ee Calicanthus 20-222... tees 151 Garden Pinks (seed)....... 77 | Pzonies -147 | Sweet Peas... 69, 86, 87 Callliopsis = acta s tae 74 ‘<(Dlants) 2 107 ePalmss sys a Boo oe 129 | Swiss Grass a5. ke Caladinm: iss ene 103 Geraniums (seed) .. 67,77 | Pancratum.. . «------125 | Thunbergia... Oe Callas is is eres 65, 103 (plants)..118 to 121 | Pandanus Utilus. .......128 | Tomatoes...-.- 2 13, 54, 55 SE Camellia Japonica........ 103: |"Gherkine. 22% > 2152s scar See ee 35 | Pansies (seed) .. 695 84, 85 | Tritoma (seed).:..--.---9% Canary Bird Flower....... 14-, Gladiolt(seed)s-22 5225 teas 77 (plants).. see 4 f = plants)........ 147 t Gandytuits2 7375 ee 74 Si. (DULDS}:. So 555 116, 117 | Paris Daisies. - ssi Trowel, NES Rae sek 1St3 Cannas (Seed). 2. ad wae. s 74 A Moximias ss etn ee 127 Parsley a. ee oor 48 | Tuberoses. - 14S “$77 platits)es Seo 104, 105 | Gooseberries...... 2.2.0.2... 63 | Parsnip... 15, 45 | Turnips - woe Wa'ea's sas OO Canterbury Bell....-. Rees 74 “ “Portage’’...see Tusert Passion Huower TE oa oe 130 Valeriana... 92 Carnations (seeds). ..... 60,2154 tGourds) =... Sha See eee 36 | Peaches. - Sa Ae 61 Vegetable Departm’t.17-59 (plants) .. .106, 107 | Grape Collection . ..64| Peanuts......----.. -15, 57 | Verbenas (seed) ...... 68, 92 od Cardinal Strawberry. .Insert Grevilla Robusta (seeds). ..78 | Peas,’Garden..10, 11, 46, 47 (plants)....-.-- 145° * Carrots sno be ee 29 (plants). ee <<” Sweet ...67, 69, 86, 87 | Viburnum.---....------154 CastomBeans ss 22.. 2.22 -. 74 | Greeting to Patrons......... ef Perennial ....+++147 | Vineas (seed). el ee 738 ‘e Cash Premiums ...:..)... 21) Gy psopnilla satet ss «v'rebece on a Pears.----- rahe = fee an) < (lanes seve Ae Catalpans:. ses <n Sond ol lalsia-Detrapterd.<c: kan 153 Pelargoniums - A= oR Vine Peach. . 40 Caulifloweris.): naesa «..4, 28 | Hardy Climbers...... 155, 156 ; Pennisetum Longstylum $9 '|-Violets.. =. 4S 154 Géleryn. fhe a noe 4, 30, 31 ** (Garden Pinks .<2. ..127 | Penstemion® «.sconec-ss son-- +e 89 | Wall Flower......---- 2-292 Gélosia® . 3a 68, 75 ** Perennial Plants. ..146 | Peppers..-.. 16, 48 |. 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FOUR GRAND NOVELTIES.

SEE PAINTINGS FROM NATURE OW BACK COVER.

HE following varieties are quite distinct, and possess sterling merit. ‘They are handsomely illustrated on the back cover page. Weconsider each one a perfect gem in its class, and are confident that every one of them will give our patrons perfect Satisfaction. The possibility of profit would not alone induce us to recommend

and offer these ““Novelties,” if we did not actually know that they are of superior quality. We regard the “CARDINAL” STRAWBERRY @s the most valuable variety ever offered.

“Tdeal’”’ Snowhite Celery.|Grand New Pea “Alderman”

‘This fine new Celery, which was introduced last season, Who is not acquainted with the famous Telephone and is without a rival in purity of color, vigor of growth, ease | Duke of Albany Pea? Here we havea grand, new, tall, of blanching, size, richness of flavor, crispness and purity. | wrimkled variety, which is bound to supersede all other The beautiful colored illustration on the back cover page | wrinkled sorts, when once established. It is a second will give an idea of its large size and general appearance; | early or medium variety; height 4 feet; robust in habit of Single stalks sometimes weigh two pounds or more. Read | growth, and a wonderful bearer, with immense pods of a what the originator says ofit: ‘In 1900I set 7,000 stalks ; dark green color, frequently measuring nearly six inches of Snowhite and found only seven green stalks. In 1901, | in length, closely packed with eight and ten magnificent 2,000 plants, and found only one green stalk. In 1902, | large Peas, possessing a superior sugary flavor of extra 6,000 plants, and not a single plant that was not pure| fine quality. Especially valuable to the market gardener. white.” It will certainly supersede the popular White } It is unexcelled in productiveness, and is one of the finest Plume, as it is more vigorous, larger and more true to! of the large podded summersorts. Pkt. 15cents: % pint type, richer in quality. Give it a trial. ““You will be} 25 cents: pint 40 cents; quart 60 cents; by mail, post- Pleased.” Packet 10 cents; % ounce 25 cts.: ounce 40 cts. | paid. By express, quart 45cents; 5 quarts $1.50.

New Extra Early Danish Olive Shaped Radish.

Two years ago this new extra early Danish Olive Shaped Radish was sent to us for trial, and after giving ita test along side of about 25 other varieties we were So well pleased and thoroughly convinced of its superior merits, we thought it an exceptionally fine Novelty to offer our customers. We have contracted with our grower for a large quantity of seed, and are glad to offer such a valuable acquisition for the first time. ‘This variety is very early and one of the quickest maturing sorts we know of, reaching edible condition in some 20 days. Quick growth is one of the main essentials for a crisp and tender Radish. ‘The roots are olive shaped and very handsome; general appearance and character are beautifully shown on the back cover page. Color a very light pure red, almost a rose color, with white tip: fiesn pure white, crisp and of very pleasant fiavor: quality is both brittle and sweet; of fine quality, re-

* maining in edible condition for a long time; a ine market sort. Distinct from any other variety and very desirable. We feel this new early Radish will be appreciated by our customers, and especially the market gardener, as it is sure to be a money maker. See illustration on outside cover page, as painted from nature. Packet 10 cents: ounce 20 cents; 2 ounces 35 cents; 4 ounces 50 cents; pound $1.50; pestpaid.

THE “CARDINAL” STRAWBERRY.

This yariety is the result of thirty years’ experience in growing Strawberries, by one of the most favorably known horticultural experimenters in Ohio. During this period all the novelties, standard varieties, and thousands of seed- lings were grown. Wesaw them fruiting last year, on the originator’s ground, along with forty other standard vari- eties, and must say that in vigor and healthfulness of plants, productiveness, uniformly large Size, attractiveness, beauty and quality it was superior to all, and warranted the originator’s claim that it is

THE GREATEST ALL-PURPOSE STRAWBERRY YET PRODUCED.

He describes it as follows:

“*Cardinal surpasses all in great size of plant and abundance of runners, with leaves of largest size and unusual healthfulness; fruit stalks tall and robust, bearing fruit well off the ground ; color, beautiful car- dinal red ail the way through; a counterpart of Mar- shall in size and shape, but superior in quality and slightly more acid; as firm az Warfield, but superior to it for canning; as productive as Haverland or Bubach,”

This great combination of market and all-purpose qualities certainly justifies the broad claim that # zs the greatest market and all-purpose Strawberry. Every lover of fine Strawberries should have at least one dozen of this marvelous berry; with its wonderfully vigorous growth and capacity for producing runners the dozen plants would give you all you would need for the second year, and some to sell to your neighbors.

We were exceedingly fortunate in being able to buy the entire stock from the originator, and are able to offer it, in very limited quantities, in the spring of 1905, for the first time. Read our special insert between pages 64 and 65, which will tell you more about it.

30 cents each; 12 for $3.00; 25 for $5.00; by registered mail.

WoosTER, O., Sept. 10, °04. “Regarding the ‘Cardinal’ Strawberry I will say that we had fall set plants in fruit here this season, and judging from what we Saw here and at Mr. Streator’s place, I am of the opinion that it is a very valuable variety. Particularly because of its pro- ductiveness, fine appearance, and firmness.”’ W. J. GREEN, Horticulturist, Ohio State Ex. Sta.

THE “PORTAGE” GOOSEBERRY.

This is a new variety of extraordinary size and superior quality, never before offered to the public. The older Varieties possess many excellent qualities, but the defect of being toosmallis a serious matter in culinary prepa- _Yation. Size, beauty, quality of fruit, productiveness, hardiness and freedom from disease are indispensable quali- ties in any fruit, and are the sum total of qualities that make it pay to grow Portage. In size they often exceed 1% inches long and oneinchin diameter ‘They are not only large but fresh, crisp, sparkling, juicy and full of richness. When you have grown the “Portage” you will wish its season lasted the year around. We-offerit this season for the first time, but in very limited quantities. Price $1.00 each, postpaid. Read our insert between pages 64 and 65.

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