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Roses
M. H. Lynch, President.
P. J. Lynch, Treasurer.
How to Beautify Your Home at Small Expense
Both by tradition and in expert knowledge this little village of West Grove, Pa., for over fifty years has been recognized as the home of the Rose growing industry in America.
The first commercial success in growing Rose plants on their own roots (and they are the best kind for the amateur planter) and the pioneer who was the first in America to send Rose plants to all parts of the country safely by mail was Charles Dingee, who started in business here sixty-five years ago; it was he who made West Grove famous for its Roses, Cannas and Flowering Plants. The members of this Company were associated with him for many years, and under his tuition learned the art of growing the Roses and other plants that have been known at the best for over half a century.
We have made a life business of growing Roses and other plants for the amateur planter. That is the one business in which we have been engaged as boys and men, and we have learned how to do this one thing well. Therefore we are successful in the two important factors in business life — we please our customers and we sell our output. If you want the best plants that money can buy, place your order with us, and no matter where you live in the United States, you have the assurance that you will not only get your goods in as satisfactory condition as if you were our neighbor here in West Grove, but failing to deliver to you in perfect condition, we will duplicate your order at once or refund the money; if you want to make your home a bower of beauty and be a successful Rose and plant grower, then have no fears as to the safety of your order or your complete success in growing our stock. Make up your order Now! Today! Tonight! as the case may be, and send it to The West Grove Rose and Floral Company and you have all these guarantees of satisfaction, safe delivery, and the further guarantee that you are dealing with an honest, reputable firm with business integrity and a good name to sustain.
If you desire to know of our responsibility we would refer you to the First National Bank, West Chester, Pa., with whom we have done business for nearly half a century, and they will cheerfully answer any questions as to our reliability.
Everybody seems to be planting flowers in and about the home. Money spent in this way yields the largest returns on the investment of any money that can be spent in making your property more valuable, in making your home more attractive, and increasing the joy of living.
It is possible to buy 18 of our beautiful Roses for $1.00. In the early days the best bargain offer was 5 plants for $1.00. We are growing better plants today than ever before. We have the capacity and the knowledge. We have the financial responsiblity, and all that we need to make a mutually profitable transaction is to receive your order. Send it today. We will do the rest. Dependable plants at the very lowest possible price is our policy.
Very respectfully,
THE WEST GROVE ROSE AND FLORAL CO.
How We Ship
Order Early — Many of our customers order early, and the plants are set aside; the earlier you order the better. We will book for delivery whenever you direct.
All Goods Sent Shipping; Charges Prepaid — At
prices given in this catalogue, goods will be sent postpaid by mail, except where plants are too large, such as two-year-old Roses, in which case they will be sent by express, purchaser paying the charges. However, when requested to do so, we will send or- ders amounting to $5 or more, prepaid, by. express. The reason is: When we prepay express charges we remove all soil from roots of plants; when sent Col- lect soil remains on the roots, which is a decided advantage. Therefore, you must request us to pre- pay express charges, otherwise purchaser pays in order to assure safer packing. Whenever goods can be sent safely to the purchasers advantage by mail, they will be sent by this method, postpaid.
Our Guarantee is the best that can be given by any reputable firm, to deliver goods to you in first- class growing condition and failing therein to re- place them Immediately and if not satisfactory to so notify us at once and any mistake or dissatisfaction will be adjusted.
J. D. Headly. Secretary.
How to Order
Our Terms Are Cash With Order — Money may be sent at our risk by Post Office Money Order, Bank Draft, Express Money Order, payable to the com- pany, money (not stamps), in registered letter.
Parcel Post C. O. D. — If you desire your order, no matter how small, sent C. O. D. by Parcel Post, we can do so, at an additional cost of 10 cents and the small fee for the money order, which is 3 cents up to $2.50, 5 cents up to $5, making it much cheaper than by express, as you have the express charges and ad- ditional charge for returning money. Thus if your order amounts to $1.50 we will send it C. O. D. by Parcel Post if you desire and the amount collected by the Postmaster upon delivery would be only $1.63. Orders shipped by express C. O. D., when one-half is sent with order,- balance collected on delivery.
Premium Plants — We always do hetter than we promise in the way of extra plants, so when the order will at all afford it, we add to it some plant or plants gratis, often choice new kinds. Several of the Roses now so eagerly sought after were first introduced to our customers In this way — presented with their order.
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HOW TO GROW ROSES
Preparation of Beds
The way to get the best results from Roses when planted in beds is to make a trench to a depth of 15 to 18 inches, that is, the soil should be removed to that depth, well pulverized and mixed with from one-third to one-fourth of its bulk with well-rotted animal manure, cow stable manure preferable where it can be obtained. Before fill- ing in the bed it is well to put in some material for drain- age, such as soft coal cinders, broken crockery or stones, not too large. Then return the soil to the trench, and when returned it should stand from three to four inches higher than the surrounding ground, as it will quickly settle below the surface. It is necessary to do this, in order that the rain water will drain quickly away from the bed. If, however, the soil you remove from the trench is not the best Rose soil, as the best kind of soil for Roses is a clayey loam, if your soil does not contain this it can be improved by mixing in sods from the roadside or fields, but if your soil is too heavy it should be lightened with a portion of sand. The soil before returning to the trench should be well pulverized, that is, make it as fine as pos- sible, and also the manure should be pulverized and not left in chunks if you wish to obtain the best results. The selection of your bed is a very important matter. Roses thiive best where they can secure all the sun possible, that is, do not plant them close to trees or shrubbery, as the roots of these extend farther than the branches. Select, if possible, an open situation, where the plants will receive plenty of air and sunshine. It is not, however, necessary that they should receive the sunshine the entire day. A southeastern exposure is an ideal one.
Planting
As soon as the plants are received it is best to immedi- ately plant, yet if it is impossible to do this the plants should be placed in a cellar or moderately warm place and protected from the sun. Set them upright to admit the free circulation of air. Water freely from time to time. The roots should be covered with soil or burlap and never allowed to become dry. Soaking the roots in lukewarm water or thin mud for an hour or two before planting to restore their vitality is beneficial. Do not set the plants too deep or too shallow. They should be planted a little deeper than they were growing in the pots before ship- ping. This can easily be determined by an examination of the plant. The roots of the plants should be spread out and not cramped. Give them as near a natural position as is possible. Use plenty of water after planting and shade for a few days if the sun is hot, with newspaper or similar material, and if the season is a dry one an occa- sional watering will be beneficial. The best time to plant Roses such as we send out, being pot grown, own root stock, is in early Spring, as soon as all danger of frost is past and the ground is warm and pliable, or, in other words, about corn planting time. This time, of course, varies with the location. Here in Pennsylvania about the first of May is our planting time. Further North it is a little later; further South earlier. '•February, March and April are good months for Roses on the Pacific Coast and the far South. This refers entirely to pot grown plants and not dormant plants. By dormant plants we mean field grown, that is, lifted from the field and have not made any growth whatever. Such plants as these should be set out earlier than pot grown plants. Everything con- sidered, however, our pot grown plants are, as a rule, the most satisfactory. They are always on their own roots, and when set out they have the advantage of being equipped with strong, fibrous, active roots, which take hold and establish themselves in the new soil almost im- mediately ,and the risk of losing the plant is very slight indeed, while with dormant plants the plant is older, the roots very hard, and if conditions are not just right they will not throw out new shoots and take hold of the soil as the pot plants do.
Pruning
As a rule the Roses that we send out do not need any pruning, being pot grown plants. However, if the bushes are more spreading than is desired it does not injure the
plant any to prune it back. Pruning can be done at any season of the year with a certain class of Roses, but it is a matter to be governed by the judgment of the possessor of the plants. The best time for pruning is in early spring, just before they begin to break at the eyes. Then it is well to trim Roses back to about one-third to one-half the season’s growth. The larger and heavier the growth the more it should be trimmed. It is sometimes beneficial in the Fall to trim Roses that have made a growth of from five to six feet, soon after heavy frost or hard freezing. They then should be cut back about three feet to prevent loosening the plants by the wintry winds. It also makes them easier, to protect. No further pruning, however, should be done until, as stated above, early Spring, just before they begin to break at the eye, then the old wood should be pruned back and all of the wood that has been winter killed.
Winter Protection
The protection necessary to keep Roses safely through the Winter months depends entirely upon the character of the plant and the location. For such Roses as the Hy- brid Perpetuals, Rugosas, Harrison’s Yellow, etc., very little protection is necessary in any climate, yet it is bene- ficial in the cold latitudes of the North to give them a protection of strawy horse stable manure after the first hard freeze. When protecting the Teas and Hybrid Teas it is a good plan to mound the earth about each plant, then fill in between the mounds with strawy stable manure, the coarser the better. The uncovered tops may be tied up with straw or burlap, or the bed filled in with leaves, straw, hay, or like material. Evergreen branches are also good. This protection should be gradually removed in March in the latitude of Philadelphia, or as soon as all danger of hard freezing is over. The tender Roses may also be wintered in boxes or pots of soil in a cool cellar or heeled in the earth itself.
Diseases and Insects
Mildew. — This disease very frequently attacks the foliage of Roses, especially the Crimson Rambler. It is shown by a grayish crinkling appearance of the leaves and usually occurs after a change in the temperature. It can be checked to a certain extent by sprinkling the leaves with powdered sulphur immediately after its appearance. If. however, this does not check it, dissolve one ounce of potassium sulphuret in two gallons of cold water and apply a fine spray.
Green Fly or Aphis. — A green suckling insect which usu- ally gathers in great numbers upon the tips of the new growth. A solution of tobacco made from tobacco insect- icide soap, which you will find offered elsewhere in this book, will exterminate them.
Red Spider is also a small insect indiscernible to the naked eye, and a frequent spraying with a strong hose is all that is necessary. The Rose bug, a familiar insect, appears in the earlier Summer, sometimes in great quan- tities, and is very troublesome. It is a very destructive insect and usually feeds upon the white petals, but is easily destroyed, especially in the early morning, when they will readily fall into a vessel containing kerosene. They can be poisoned, but it is not a very desirable way to get rid of them.
Black Spot. — A fungus disease, appearing, as its name indicates, as a black spot upon the leaf, eventually turning yellow and falling. It rarely occurs in the early part of the season, and the Teas are almost, but not quite, ex- empt from its ravages. The best preventative if your bushes have been troubled by it in the past is spraying in April before the foliage has developed and not while the flowers are in bloom, because of the discoloration of the foliage. The disease usually appears at the base of the plant and works upwards, so watch should be kept and as soon as any leaves appear affected with this disease they should be pulled off and taken entirely away from the balance of the plants. If this is thoroughly done it will usually hold the disease in check.
ORDER SHEET
Spring, 1916 Roses, Bulbs and Plants
West Grove Rose and Floral Company
Growers of High Grade Roses, Cannas, etc.
West Grove, Pa.
Postage prepaid on all 1st size Roses, Bulbs and miscellaneous plants offered in this book. If your order for two-year-old Roses and other plants amounts to $5.00 or more, we prepay express charges; if less than $5.00, add 10 per cent, and express charges to any point in the United States will be prepaid by us. Remit by Post Office or Express Order, Bank Draft or Registered Letter at our risk. Always address
WEST GROVE ROSE' CO., West Grove, Pa., U. S. A.
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West Grove Roses are known the world over as the best.
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Charles Dingee
(See colored photographic illustration on front cover).
The Charles Dingee Rose is the result of cross-breed- ing between Hermosa, that grand old hardy pink va- riety, and White Maman Coehet, perhaps the greatest of all white garden Roses — a superb parentage, which insures its offspring every point of excellence. With the hardy, vigorous constitution of a Hybrid Perpetual, growing to perfection in almost any soil or situation, it has the most magnificent foliage, absolutely free from disease, that we have ever seen on any Rose.
If there ever was a Rose that has made its impression on the minds and hearts of those who have secured it, it is the Charles Dingee. It has completely revolution- ized the possibilities of rose growing, in the home, yard or garden, for no matter where you live, it will thrive and if you have no yard or garden wherein to plant it, it will grow in a living room with more freedom than a Geranium. What Rose can compare to it?
It is a tremendous grower, the best in our entire list. It grows as sturdy as an oak to amazing perfection in al- most any soil or situation. If you have a place where other roses have failed, in that spot Charles Dingee will flourish and produce its gorgeous flowers with wonderful profusion. We have had it growing and blooming in all its glory in a temperature very little above freezing. Growing to a height of 2 to 3 feet, Charles Dingee blooms continuously, producing im- mense, deep, double, grandly formed flowers on long, stiff, erect stems; both in bud and bloom their beauty is nothing short of superb, practically impossible to describe because of the delicate blending of colors — rose tints in the center of the flower, gradually shading off into pale blush creamy white, a color effect both en- tirely new and distinct, exquisitely beautiful.
Strong, one-year-old plants, 25c each, 5 for $1.00, $2.25 per dozen; larger size, 35c each, 3 for $1.00, $3.50 per dozen, postpaid. Large, two-year-old plants, on own roots, 50c each, $5.00 per dozen, by express.
Five Superb New Roses
Note illustration in natural colors on back cover.
EDWARD MAWLEY — Hybrid Tea. It is an enormous, big-petaled Rose, much larger than the Melanie Soupert, a rose which it resembles in form, and the beautiful rich color of Louis Van Houtte, only with a more vel- vety shading upon the inside of the petals. This Rose has been awarded the gold medal of the National Rose Society. Very free blooming, with a perfect habit of growth, suitable for garden, exhibition or forcing pur- poses. Hardy in all localities. Price of strong one-year- old plants on own roots, 20c each; two-year-old plants, 40c each.
RADIANCE — glorious new extra hardy Hybrid Tea Rose which originated within a few miles of West Grove. Awarded Silver Medal by American Rose Society as the best bedding Rose at the Hartford, Conn., gardens this past season. The flowers are a beautiful blending of shades of carmine-rose, with opal and coppery reflec- tions. It is of a splendid, sturdy growth, constantly in bloom, and is bound to become one of the leading garden Roses. We cannot say too much in its praise, as our stock is limited. Orders will be filled in strict rotation. First size, from pots 3 inches in diameter, 20c each; larger size, 35c each; two-year-old plants, 40c each.
LADIi HILLINGDON — One of the latest introductions of the Tea class, and has taken the medal over all yellow Roses, the color being one almost beyond description, apricot yellow shaded to orange on the outer edge of the petal, becoming deeper and more intense toward the center of the bloom. The color does not fade after the bloom is cut, but invariably becomes darker. Buds are produced on long, strong, wiry stems, well above the foliage, producing a slender, graceful effect. A strong, hearty, healthful grower. Price, strong one-year-old plants, on their own roots, 20c each, postpaid; two- year-old plants, 40c each.
JONKHEER J. L. MOCK — ^ Hybrid Tea called the Giant Pink from Holland. Of distinctive merit, being an ex- tremely strong grower, one of the strongest of the Hybrid Tea class, blooming as it does with the greatest freedom, the buds carried on long, stiff, erect stems, of the very largest size imaginable to obtain in a Rose bloom and still retain its perfect formation. Very fra- grant. Color, clear imperial pink on the order of the La France. This Rose has produced a sensation wherever grown. We are fortunate to be able to offer to our customers strong plants, on their own roots, at 20c each, postpaid, by mail; two-year-old plants, 45c- each.
MRS. GEORGE SWAWYKR_fTpa RoPe). The color is one very hard to describe, being a shade of brilliant clear rose or bright peach-pink. It is a wonderful grower and bloomer, producing great numbers of strong shoots, each shoot tipped with a bud. These shoots form the stem, from 3 to 4 feet in length. The flowers are very large, well- formed and full, petals of good substance. A very fine garden Rose, as well as a forcing Rose. The illustration on the back cover gives but a faint idea of the richness of color of this magnificent Rose. Price of strong pot- grown plants, 20c etch; two-year-oi l plants, 45c each. The stock is grown on own roots, not budded.
Special Offer
One each of the five new7 Roses described above, one-year-old plants, postpaid, by mail, for 75c, Two-year-old plants for $1.75, by express,
WEST GROVE ROSE AND FLORAL COMPANY , WEST GROVE, PA.
Hybrid Tea Roses
Hybrid Tea Roses are becoming more popular every year owing to their blooming qualities, size of bloom and fragrance. This class combines the continuous-blooming quality of the Everblooming Teas and the sturdy strength of the Hybrid Perpetuals. The plants bloom the first year like the Teas, bearing large, finely formed flowers of a wondrous range of color, with the fragrance of the June Roses. They are especially valuable to Northern planters because they stand the severest winters with ordinary protection and, of course, luxuriantly in the South. In all sections they form magnificent bushes, bearing all summer through great masses of the most beautiful Roses imaginable. They are, without exception, the greatest of all garden Roses.
All our stock is on its own roots — don’t buy the other kind, budded and grafted. This is important if you wish satisfac- tory results. We offer strong, lusty plants in all sizes.
Antoine Rivoire
Flowers are large, double and of fine form; very fragrant;
color rosy flesh, with yellow ground, shaded with border of
carmine. Strong and healthy.
AUGUSTINE HALEM — \ most brilliant and handsome pink Rose with shadings of deep, rich crimson. The bush is extremely hardy, free flowering and constantly in bloom.
AURORA — Better than Champion of the World; of itself a recommendation of its great value. Flowers of splendid form, large and full, of a brilliant pink. A most vigorous, hardy garden bush Rose, constantly in bloom.
COUNTESS OF C.OSSFORD — Beautiful, clear salmon pink shaded with saffron. The flowers are of handsome shape and fine substance. In every way it is a remarkably fine, hardy bush Rose which will grow to perfection in any garden.
SENATEUR MASCITRAND __An amber yellow Hybrid Tea Rose, the center of the bloom resembling the color of the yolk of an egg, toning to high sulphur yellow. Large, full, globular blooms. A strong healthy grower and very free bloomer. Blooms of large, perfect shape. This is a much better garden Rose than Mrs. Aaron Ward. Perfectly hardy.
Etoile de France
One of the best and sweetest hardy Hybrid Tea Roses of its color. The strong, upright bushes have beautiful bronze green foliage which is not subject to insect attacks. The bushes are blooming constantly, producing large, massive, deep, full cup-formed flowers on magnificent, long, stiff stems. They are of truly glorious form and delightful fra- grance, while the color is exquisite — a clear red or velvety crimson.
COL. R. S. WILLIAMSON — Large, fragrant flowers of an exquisite shade of soft, rich carmine; blooms all summer.
MADAM SECOND WEBER — One of the most entrancingly beautiful Roses of recent introduction. The long, pointed buds are pink or salmon-flesh, and when fully expanded are immense in size, full and double; as the flower opens it deepens until it fairly glows with its warm deep pink. Highly fragrant. It is a fine, strong grower, forming a stout, sturdy bush. A grand garden Rose. Very hardy and constantly in bloom all summer.
PIUS X. — A delicious creamy white Hybrid Tea, passing to tender rose, which deepens to a warm, fresh pink on the center petals. The flowers are of handsome cup shape and borne on long stems. The bush is a strong, thrifty grower and in every respect it is an ideal garden Rose — one which is bound to become popular.
Price of these popular Roses, except where otherwise noted, 20c each; '6 for $1.00, postpaid; 2-year-old plants, 40c each ; 6 for $2.00, by express prepaid if your order amounts to $5.00 or more.
WEST GROVE ROSE AND FLORAL COMPANY , WEST GROVE, PA.
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Price of all Roses on this page, first size plants, 20c each; 6 for $1.00, postpaid; 2-year-old plants, 40c each; 6 for $2.00,
HYBRID TEA ROSES— Continued.
Meteor
Meteor.
Madame Schwaller
A beautiful combination of salmon-rose with the edges of the petals touched with violet-carmine. One of the most fragrant of all Roses. A particularly strong grower, forming a handsome bush, and constantly in bloom.
HELENA CAMBIER — Qf unusual beauty, with large, double, beautifully formed flowers. The colors are varying, ranging from salmon-rose to coppery rose; very often a handsome saffron hue. As the flowers expand, the colors become lighter. A most remarkable sort in every respect and one to which we give our highest endorsement. Good everywhere, espe- cially in the South.
LAURENT CARLE — a beautiful Rose, with extra large, hand- somely formed, rich velvety carmine buds and flowers. It is a phenomenally strong and robust grower, hardy in every locality and continually in bloom. Every lover of Roses should have this variety.
Very few dark Roses compare with this in richness and depth of color, which is a rich, velvety crimson, shading very dark in the depths of the petals. The buds and flowers are remarkably large and of elegant form, full and double. As a garden Rose it has few equals, being particularly valuable for bedding on account of its sturdy growth and handsome foliage. It is also valuable for growing indoors in pots or in the conservatory, and is constantly in bloom.
FLORENCE PEMBERTON — Distinctive creamy white, shaded rose; petals bordered rosy salmon; flowers large, very full and beautifully formed. Soon produces large, magnificent bush constantly in bloom. Strong grower and one of the best distinctive Hybrid Teas.
CAMOENS — a bright, handsome Rose of a dainty shade of China rose suffused with pale yellow. The bush is hardy, free flowering and vig- orous.
DEAN HOLE — One of the handsomest of the Hybrid Teas, growing into a stout, vigorous, hatdy bush, bearing all summer great numbers of gorgeous, silvery carmine Roses with salmon shadings. The coloring is distinct and unique, and the Rose is a handsome tribute to him whose name it bears.
FLORENCE E. COULTHWAITE — The blooms are large, full and beauti- fully imbricated; petals are daintily ruffled; deep cream, stippled with bright rose on the inside of the petals; very free flowering.
YELLOW LA FRANCE (Mad. Pernet Ducher) One of the best of the
newer French Roses of its color; very pretty flower, semi-double. Bright canary-yellow.
WHITE LA FRANCE (Augustine Guinoisseau)_A pure white member of the La France family, having just a tinge of rose-blush tint, which grows stronger in the depths of the petals.
MY MARYLAND — a rare combination of a poetic name and exquisite beauty has made this new Hybrid Tea Rose a dangerous rival of Killarney. Its brilliant, lively shade of pink and beauty of form is without a superior, and all summer through its large, perfectly double, magnificent flowers, rich in fragrance, are borne
on long, stiff stems, growing from a sturdy, fine-shaped bush, which in itself, is a distinct ornament to the garden. A great outdoor Rose. Beautiful in the bud as well as when full blown. Extremely hardy.
Mad. Schwaller.
by express.
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WEST GROVE ROSE AND FLORAL COMPANY, WEST GROVE. PA.
HYBRID TEA ROSES— Continued.
All goods are sent at our risk. We guarantee to deliver them in first-class condition.
Price of all Hoses on this page, first size 25c each; 5 for $1.00, postpaid; 2-year-old 50c each; 6 for $2.50, by express.
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Prince E. C. d’Arenberg
The Greatest Crimson Everblooming Rose Known In no Rose of recent introduction have we found so many desirable features as there are in Prince E. C. d’Arenberg, and we are fortunate in being able to offer it to our cus- tomers. Flowers of a bright scarlet shaded maroon, borne on long, straight, upright stems. Buds long and pointed, opening full and double, perfect form, massive petals. Resembles American Beauty in shape and size. Strong, healthy grower, excellent foliage, constant bloomer, making an ideal garden Rose, as there is no color as showy as a deep scarlet, and attracts attention wherever grown. Hardy in almost any location or climate. This Rose is an excellent cut-flower variety, blooms al- ways in demand.
MRS. HERBERT STEVENS — A new hardy Tea Rose of extraordinary merit. The bloom is as long, and even more pointed than the Maman Cochet, being faultless in shape and form. Color white, with a distinct fawn and peach shading toward the center. Perfectly hardy in all localities, and the extraordinary blooming quality of this Rose, being practically always in bloom.
All 2-year-old Roses are shipped by express at purchaser’s expense unless specially requested to send otherwise. They are all pot grown and sent with soil on their roots, just as they are taken from the pots.
Prince E. C. d’Arenberg.
Hybrid Tea. Similar to Mad. Caroline Testout, but superior in growth, freedom of bloom and color. Splendid grower, soon producing a large, strong bush continually loaded with blooms ot exquisite color and shape. Buds long and pointed, borne singly on long, stiff stems.
MARY COUNTESS OF ILCHESTER_a strong, vigorous Hybrid Tea. Color warm crimson-car- mine, a color almost indescribable. Flowers produced on long, upright stems, of immense size, with large, smooth, circular petals. The foliage is attractive and handsome, a deep green. Very highly scented.
ROSEMARY — Color the most delightful shade of silvery pink imaginable, and the flowers are ab- solutely double, the petals being thick and heavy, giving it somewhat the appearance of a camellia and entirely distinct from any other variety. Sturdy in growth, and is unsurpassed for outdoor cultivation.
Lady Ashtown
WE PAY EXPRESS CHARGES On all orders of $5.00 and over to any place in the United States, and on orders less than that amount if you add 10 per cent thereto.
WEST GROVE ROSE AND FLORAL COMPANY , WEST GROVE , PA.
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HYBRID TEA ROSES— Continued.
The Lovely Killarney Roses
White Killarney
An offspring of the pink Killarney and is one of the most exquisite white Roses grown. The long full buds are handsome in shape and the full- open flower most refined and beautiful in form and texture. Strong plants, 20c each; 6 for $1.00; two-year-old plants, 45c each.
One each of these Killar- neys, 3 in all, first size plants, sent post postpaid for 50c; 3 of larger size for 75c, postpaid. One of each, 3 in all, two- year-old plants, sent by express, for $1.25.
Special Offer
Pink Killarney
The Famous Irish Rose
This queen of the Irish Roses excels any other of its class yet introduced, and by many is recognized as the most beautiful, hardy, everblooming Hybrid Tea Rose now under culture. Each season since it was introduced Killarney has increased in popularity, and the demand has always ex- ceeded the supply. We have an immense quantity, however, and guarantee every plant to be true to name. The bush is strong and upright, with beautiful, deep bronzy green fo- liage, and the Rose is entirely free-blooming, bearing im- mense, long pointed buds and massive flowers on big, heavy shoots. The color is deep, brilliant and sparkling shell-pink,
NEW DOUBLE KILLARNEY —Double number of petals carried by Killarney makes this new member of the family one of the most magnifi- cent Roses ever grown. First size, 25c each; 3 for $1.00; strong two-year-old plants, 60c each.
KILLARNEY BRILLIANT — An offspring of Pink Killarney, but several shades darker, the color being a beautiful shade of brilliant red. Habit of growth same as Killarney. Just as free bloomer and hardy. Price, first size or one- year old plants, 30c each; 4 for $1.00, postpaid; two-year-old plants, 50c each, by express. All on own roots.
RENA ROBBINS — This remarkable new Hybrid Tea Rose is one that will create a sensation wherever grown. The flowers are simply im- mense in size, a beautiful, clear white or tinted l^mon, with the color running to a beautiful shade of orange in the center. First size, 25c each, postpaid; strong two-year-old plants, 50c each.
MRS. DUDLEY CROSS — jn color, a pale chamois, or light yellow faintly flushed with rose; in strength, hardiness and vigor of growth not surpassed. The flowers are beau- tifully formed, large, full and double, and are of splendid substance, born continuously on long, stiff stems, and for cutting it is most val- uable. Bears its handsome flowers in great profusion all summer through. First size plants, 20c each; 6 for $1.00, postpaid; 2-year- old plants, 45c each, by express.
of the most exquisite shade. The flowers are of delightful fragrance, immense size, and have thick petals of great sub- stance. Killarney is unusually hardy and without protection has stood severe winters as far north as Boston. Strong, one- iyear-old plants, 20c each; 3 for 50c; extra strong two-year- old plants, on own roots, 45c each.
Yellow Killarney
Mme. Jenny Gillemot
A brilliant saffron-yellow Rose, opening canary with dark golden shades. The buds are long and pointed, beautiful in form and color, the flowers are large with immense petals. Hardy and vigorous; it is in constant bloom all summer.
Blooms produced on long, stiff stems, making an excellent Rose for cutting. Owing to its resem- blance to the Killarneys, we have called it the Yellow Killarney, as it makes a good companion for them. 20c each; 3 for 50c; 2-year-old plants, 45c each.
The Killarney Roses are Magnificent Bloomers.
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HYBRID TEA ROSES— Continued.
Mad. Abel Chatenay
Mad. Abel Chatenay.
Mme. Melanie Soupert
The flowers are bright golden-yellow suffused with faint tinges of pink, with a handsome and distinct form, making a Rose of great beauty. It is a strong, vigorous grower, very hardy, and forms a handsome bush in the garden.
RHEA REID — “As large as American Beauty, as double as La France and as red as Richmond,” is the enthusiastic way the originator describes this beautiful new Hybrid Tea Bush Rose. The color is vivid scarlet-crimson, and the flowers are marvels of beauty, large, bold and of splendid substance. It has a strong, disease-resisting constitution, makes a rapid growth and throws up a profusion of canes from the roots and is always blooming. As an all-round garden bush Rose it has no superior.
MAGNAFRANO — One of the grandest Roses in cultivation. The flowers are very large, full, deep and double, and of delightful fragrance. The color of this magnificent Rose is bright, shining rose, with rich shadings of deeper tones. It forms a strong, sturdy, upright bush, bearing its gorgeous flowers on long, stiff stems, making it especially valuable for cutting.
MME. LAURE DUPONT_a charming, bright carmine red Rose with shadings of rose, white and carmine in its petals. The flowers are full, double and particularly handsome when fully open.
Price of all Roses on this page, first size, strong plants, 20c each; 6 for $1.00; 2-year-old plants, 40c each; 6 for $2.00, by express.
Grand New Perpetual-Blooming Rose
This splendid Rose is one of the very best of its color — rosy carmine, with darker shade. It does remarkably well in the open ground, has wonderfully beautiful flowers, which, are full, deep and double. A very hardy Rose, Chatenay is a strong grower and free bloomer and has won friends wherever it has been planted. We have a large stock of superior quality, and urgently recommend all our customers to include Mad. Abel Chatenay in their Rose orders for this spring.
OLIVIA — a most gorgeous, distinct, extra-hardy Rose of deep, brilliant rose-pink. The flowers are of splendid substance, deep and full double, the buds being particularly handsome in form. For bedding and cutting purposes it has no superior. The bush is a strong, vigorous grower and constantly in bloom.
NORMA — Almost like Mad. Caroline Testout in form and sturd- iness of growth; of splendid fragrance, and the color is a magnificent shade of pink.
I INK LA FRANCE — Exceedingly sweet and handsome; flowers and buds large size, color lovely shade of silvery pink, tinged with crimson; fragrance delicious; flowers very full and won- derfully beautiful. It commences to bloom soon after plant- ing and continues until stopped by frost, and is hardy with protection.
Mme. Melanie Soupert.
WEST GROVE ROSE AND FLORAL COMPANY , WEST GROVE , PA.
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HYBRID TEAS— Continued.
Gruss an Teplitz
Price of all Roses on this page in first size, strong plants, 20c each; 6 for $1.00, postpaid; 2-year-old plants, 40c each; 6 for $2.00, by express.
Wellesley.
Gruss an Teplitz.
Wellesley
A most magnificent garden Rose of a beautiful shade of pink, vigorous, healthy grower; remarkably free-flowering, with fine keeping qualities; most valuable Rose for gardens, as it is par- ticularly adapted for outdoor culture. Blooms produced on long, stiff stems.
SOUV. DE PRESIDENT CARNOT — \ wonderfully handsome Rose, large, full, double, well shaped, with heavy, thick, shell-like petals; buds very long and pointed — perfection in every line. The delicate rosy blush color, shaded a trifle deeper at the center of the flower, has not been approached by any later introduction. Fragrant, strong grower and free bloomer; a splendid outdoor Rose.
PRINCE OF BULGARIA — This magnificent Rose has been so well recommended that we have grown an extra-large stock in order that we might give it the wider distribution which its merits cause it to deserve. Not the least of its charms is the large, bright green foliage, and the buds are simply grand. The flowers are large and quite full; outer petals superb rosy flesh, with the index petals of a slightly lighter tint. This wonderful Rose, of great beauty and fra- grance, will be enjoyed by the owners.
For intense and dazzling color there is no other Rose to compare with this splendid kind. The flowers are large and handsome, moderately double, of splendid substance, and are produced in amazing pro- fusion during the whole of the growing season; in fact, it is always in bloom. The color is fiery crimson, shaded with a dark velvety sheen, a combination found in no other Rose. The fragrance of Gruss an Teplitz Rose is unexcelled by that of any other variety under cultivation. It is a strong and sturdy grower, often attaining a height of four or five feet, is perfectly hardy in all sections and is one of the finest of many splendid Roses that has yet been introduced by anyone.
TRIUMPH DE PERNET PERE — \ French Rose, originated by Jean Pernet, of France. Flowers large, with broad, thick petals, and long, pointed buds. Delicious Tea fragrance. Clear magenta-red, passing to bright crimson.
WILLIAM H. TAFT — This fine Hybrid Tea Bush originated in the vicinity of Cincinnati. Salmon-pink, with fine fragrance. Bush is strong and vigorous in growth and very profuse in bloom.
MAD. JULES GROLEZ. — This magnificent Rose is exceedingly free- blooming, with very large, finely formed flowers. The color is a dis- tinct and charming shade of cherry-red. The fine form and attractive shape of the flowers makes them excellent for cutting. It is a remark- able strong-growing variety, as hardy as the Hybrid Perpetuals, free- blooming, and in every way a splendid garden Rose.
Our Roses are grown on their Own Roots
The way they should be
All orders of $5.00 and over delivered free by express; less than that amount if 10 per cent additional is added.
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West Grove Tea Roses.
Everblooming Tea Roses
This class of Roses has proved itself better than any other for general planting, more especially in open ground. Our one-year plants, sent postpaid by mail, will bloom the first and each succeeding year from early spring until severe frosts. Two-year-old plants will yield a greater profusion of flowers the first year, of course, owing to their size, and are gener- ally more satisfactory. The flowers of the Everblooming Tea Roses are noted for their exquisite color and delightful fragrance. They are absolutely hardy in open ground, with a protection of litter, leaves, evergreen boughs or similar material. We urge our friends to plant liberally of these Roses, as even the one-year plants will give a harvest of bloom that will amply compensate for the trifling outlay required to secure a collection of them.
The Bride
There is no other white Rose more satisfactory than The Bride. When planted in the open ground, the flowers are sometimes found to be delicately tinted with pink, making it exceedingly attractive. The buds and flowers are usually large, well formed and deliciously perfumed. It is of a strong and healthy growth, and a profuse bloomer.
GOLDEN GATE — The White House Rose. This magnificent Rose has been freely used in the decorations at the White House; hence, its name. It is immense in size, finely formed, with long and beautiful buds. Color rich, creamy white, shaded with golden yellow and clear rose, of inde- scribable beauty.
BURBANK — a rival of Champion of the World, bearing a great profusion of large crimson flowers; very fragrant.
CATHERINE MERMET — One of the best varieties of Tea Roses. A very free bloomer, producing clear, shining pink flowers, the center being shaded with fawn and amber. Is a good Rose for open-ground culture and forcing under glass.
CHARLES LEG RADY — Unexecelled for bedding purposes. Color a fine chamois-red richly shaded with violet-crimson; a constant bloomer.
Bridesmaid
This variety is valuable for cutting and does finely in the open ground; a sport from the old and popular pink Tea, Catherine Mermet, but of a fine, clear dark pink, much deeper and more constant in color than Mermet. The bush i^S a strong, sturdy grower, bearing all summer a profusion of dainty, beautiful flowers on strong stems.
CORNELIA COOK — of rapid growth, with splendid foliage that rarely suffers from the attacks of insects. The flow- ers are borne in great profusion and are very desirable. The color is pure creamy white, tinged with lemon and blush. One of the most beautiful Roses, unsurpassed for outdoor culture.
THE QUEEN_pf vigorous and healthy growth, sweetly scented. A constant bloomer, producing profuse crops of buds and flowers; the buds are well-shaped, with large petals of best substance. Color is pure snowy white. CHRISTINE DE NOUE — Flowers deliciously sweet, large and handsome; fine, pointed buds. Deep purplish-red. COMTESSE DUSY — a strong grower and free bloomer;
flowers large, deep, full and double; pure satiny white. COMTESSE RIZA DU PARC — This magnificent Rose has many admirers; the color is coppery rose, with tints and shades of soft blush.
Price of Everblooming Tea Roses 15c each for first size, strong plants; $1.50 per dozen, one or assorted varieties, post- paid; 2-year-old plants, 35c each; $3.50 per dozen, by express. If your order amounts to $5.00 or more we prepay the ship- ping charges; if less than $5.00, add 10 per cent and we will prepay expressage, guaranteeing safe delivery and satis- faction.
WEST GROVE ROSE AND FLORAL COMPANY, WEST GROVE, PA.
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EVERBEOOMING TEA ROSES — Continued.
We prepay all transportation charges on all orders amounting to $5.00 or more; less than that amount if you add ten per cent additional.
Van Houtte
It is a strong and sturdy grower, blooming con- stantly, with great freedom. The color of the flowers, which are large, full and double, is pale canary-yel- low, passing to rich, creamy
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Mari© Guillot, the Queen of White Hoses.
Marie Guillot
The Queen of White Roses
We recommend it as one of the most reliable white Tea Roses in cultivation, especially for outdoor culture. The color is pure white, sometimes faintly tinged pale yellow. The flowers are beautifully made, very large, full and double; the buds are very pretty, of sweet fragrance. Any- one who has not seen this splendid variety growing at its best in the open ground cannot conceive of the lovely beauty of its large, bold, handsome flowers.
MME. E. VICARO — a brilliant carmine Tea Rose, with pale rose shadings, the reverse of the petals white suf- fused with carmine. Extra strong, vigorous, hardy; al- ways in bloom.
MRS. A. BYASS — a most beautiful new English Everbloom- ing Tea Rose, the flowers of which are produced in great abundance on good stems and are of a rosy red, shaded crimson, sometimes blotched with pale rose and white.
GEN. ROBERT E. LEE — Xhe flowers are large, full and very double; color yellow, changing into rich salmon tints as the weather becomes cooler. Bush is very thrifty and always in bloom.
Price, 15c each for all Roses on this page; $1.50 per dozen, postpaid; 2-year-old plants, 35c each; $3.50 per dozen, one or assorted varieties, by express.
NUMBER 27_a brilliant, everblooming Tea Rose, a sport of Bridesmaid, with all the good qualities of its parent intensified. The color is a richer, deeper pink than Bridesmaid, and the flowers larger and of better sub- stance. It is a continuous bloomer.
FREIHERR VON MARSCHALL — As an outdoor Rose it has no superior. It has wonderfully beautiful foliage and produces large, full, beautiful shaped flowers, which are borne in profusion all through the season. The color is bright red, one of the best red Tea Roses that is known.
NELLIE JOHNSTONE — a handsome, semi-double, ever- blooming Tea Rose of a delightful shade of rose-pink, often shot with pale violet on the outer petals. Deli- ciously fragrant.
MADAM HEINTZ — Lovely double saffron-yellow flowers, slightly shaded with carmine. Very free-flowering; blooms can be cut almost daily during the growing sea- son. A very vigorous grower and hardy.
PEARL RIVERS — Peachy red buds, ground color, ivory white; petals delicately shaded and bordered with pale rose.
HELEN GOOD — Valuable for garden culture. The color is pale yellow, mixed with pink, each petal edged deeper. Very pure and beautiful.
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HARDY EVERBLOOMING TEA ROSES— Continued.
Isabella Sprunt
This golden yellow Rose has been known as a favorite for over twenty years. It is a free bloomer, producing flowers of bright canary-yellow, very sweetly scented. The buds are very desira- ble for cut flowers.
E- T. COOK — paie primrose-yellow, suffused with pink, as the flower expands. Large and full petals reflex at the edges.
SOUVENIR DE CLAIRVAUX — The co]or ;s bright pinkish rose, shading lighter or darker, according to season; flowers large, full and double, remaining on the bush a long time. A beauti- ful Rose, similar to Bridesmaid; growth is very strong.
EMPRESS EUGENIE — .This Rose is a favorite and should be in every garden. The plants are sturdy, thrifty growers with healthy, dark green foliage. They bloom profusely. The flowers are a deep, rich pink, very attractive and pretty.
ENFANT DE LYON (The Sweet Anise Rose) — In color the flow- ers are a beautiful creamy rose, delicately shaded with cop- pery yellow, and very fragrant. The flowers are much ad- mired for their color and the distinct Anise fragrance peculiar to this variety. This variety is becoming more popular every year.
GENERAL DE TARTAS — This Rose has no superior for bed- ding purposes, producing large-sized flowers, which are full and fragrant. It is of good habit, and an excellent Rose in every way. The color is a brilliant carmine, deeply shaded with violet-purple, oftentimes tinged with buff.
Etoi'le de By on.
Isabella Sprunt.
Etoile de Lyon
It is of vigorous, sturdy growth, and seems able to resist heat and cold equally well. It blooms freely, producing beautifully formed flowers of a rich, golden yellow. A great favorite every- where.
BEAUTE INCONSTANTE — This is a very odd and beautiful variety, a single bush bearing at one time flowers of various colors, ranging from orange to capuchin-red carmine. The buds are particularly large, beautiful and pointed. Espe- cially fine for open-ground culture and will attract attention wherever seen.
BEAUTY OF ROSEMAWR — A healthy, everblooming Tea Rose; large, double; very fragrant flowers; color rich carmine-red, finely veined with creamy white. A hardy garden Rose.
BOADICEA — Fine, large, double, rose-pink flowers, produced in wonderful profusion on good, stiff stems; buds long and pointed.
BOUGERE__This is a fine variety for open-ground culture. Large, full and double flowers supported on long, stiff stems and produced in great abundance all through the growing sea- son; color bronze-rose or violet crimson, shaded with lilac.
ALINE SISLEY — One of the best. Rich shade of violet-red, brightened with crimson-maroon; flowers large, full and double; fragrance very sweet. A splendid, free-flowering, dark-colored Tea which always gives pleasing results.
Price of all Roses on this page, first size, strong plants, 15c each; $1.50 per dozen, postpaid; 2-year-old plants, 35c each; $3.50 per dozen, by express.
WEST GROVE ROSE AND FLORAL COMPANY , WEST CROVE , PA.
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EVERBLOOMING TEA ROSES— Continued.
Coquette de Lyon
Bon Silene.
Price of all Roses on this page, first size plants, 15c each; $1.50 per dozen, postpaid; 2-year-old plants, 35c each; $3.50 per dozen, by express.
This is one of the best yellow Tea Roses for open-ground culture. The bowers are extra large, deep and double; color pure canary-yellow. Un- like other yellow Roses, it is a strong, vigorous grower, a constant and steady bloomer.
C. P. STRASHEIM — One of the strong- growing Tea Roses, always in bloom.
- Flowers large, full and double. Color primrose-yellow, almost white, giving the flower a distinct and finished ap- pearance.
DEVOXIENSIS (The Charming Mag- nolia Rose) — This is an old favorite
among Rose-lovers. Planted outdoors, Coquette de Lyon,
it produces an abundance of large, very full and double flowers all through the season. The color is creamy white, with rosy centers and very fragrant. This is one of the Roses that should be seen in every garden; as the bush .grows to large size it is continually in bloom.
DUCHESS DE BRABANT — a very vigorous and healthy variety, producing large blossoms which are beautiful in buds or open flower. The color is a fine shade of soft, rosy pink, which deepens to bright rose. A special favorite.
DUCHESSE MARIE SALVIATI — a constant bloomer, and a sturdy, vigorous grower, producing beautiful yellow flowers, tinged with orange, changing to buff, and prettily flushed with pale rose, which are extra-large and very fragrant.
ANDREW SCHWARTZ (Everblooming Jack) — The flowers are large and of excellent substance. Color brilliant scarlet, changing to rich crimson. It is a strong, sturdy grower, and known as the True Tea Jacqueminot because of it resemblance to that famous variety.
Bon Silene
A Grand Old Rose
No new variety has superseded this Rose since its introduction in 1839. The color is deep rose, changing to pale light rose. This variety cannot be surpassed for bouquets and decorative purposes. In the open ground it grows to perfection, producing large crops of beautiful flowers from early spring until late autumn. One of the favorites of the old-time gardens.
ALBERT STOPFORD__it ;s superb, like Bon Silene, a vigorous and free bloomer, producing beautiful flowers in great profusion. The color is a very dark crimson-rose.
ALLIANCE FRANCO-RUSSE — a sturdy grower and free bloomer, with large, rich yellow flowers of good substance.
ANNA OLIVER — \ superb free-blooming Rose. One of the best Roses for general cultivation, succeeding in almost any situa- tion. The flowers are double, extra large, and of splendid sub- stance; color creamy blush, shaded with deep carmine and edged with silvery-rose; very fragrant.
SOUV. DE AUG. METRAL — a strong and vigorous grower, pro- ducing a profusion of pure, deep red, large, full flowers, well formed and of good substance. Very fragrant.
ENCHANTRESS^a free bloomer, bearing immense globular flow- ers in large clusters; a vigorous grower. Color creamy white, tinged with buff in center. Splendid in pots for late autumn and winter blooming, as well as for planting in the open ground during the summer.
FRANCES E. WILLARD — it js 0f strong, vigorous growth, ever- blooming, producing snow-white buds; large flowers of perfect form; very fragrant. The bush is of splendid shape; and in con- tinuous bloom all summer.
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Perle des Jardins.
HARDY EVERBLOOMING TEA ROSES— Continued.
Perle dies Jardins
Pearl of the Garden
The color is a clear golden yellow, of a beautiful shade, and is entirely distinct from any other variety; the flowers are large, full, of globular form, with great depth and substance, richly per- fumed, and very beautiful in every way. This magnificent Rose still holds its position as one of the most exquisite and beautiful of its color ever introduced, and the demand for it is constantly increasing as its great value becomes known. It is ideal for cut- ting purposes. A particularly fine garden Rose; strong and thrifty.
SOUV. DE PIERRE NOTTING — This beautiful Rose is an intro- duction of one of the largest firms of France, and has not been exceeded by any Rose from that country. It is of strong, bushy habit, and has won numerous gold medals and awards of merit. The flowers are very large, well filled and open easily; color apricot-yellow tinged with golden, and mixed with orange-yel- low; edge of petal shaded carmine-rose. In form and beauty it is the equal of Maman Cochet, and by many is regarded as the best all-around Rose. It is hardy and always in bloom.
ROSE GUBERT — Color canary-yellow, deepening at center; buds long, full and large. A splendid grower and free bloomer. MARIE LAMBERT, or SNOWFLAKE — Targe, double, creamy white flowers are produced in marvelous profusion. We con- sider this one of the best and freest-blooming Roses, and recom- mend it particularly for outdoor planting. It is unusually hardy and grows very vigorously. The foliage is very substantial, of attractive dark-green color and practically free from disease. An excellent variety in every respect.
Mrs. B. R. Cant
Mad. Francisca Kruger
REINE KAROLA DE SAXE— Large, double flowers; bush- white, shaded delicate pink.
This new Rose is an extremely strong-growing variety, producing heavy stems, with large, healthy foliage, and flowers almost the equal and style of Helen Gould, but more double; deep rose, with silvery rose center.
SOUVENIR D’UN AMI — a vigorous grower and profuse bloomer; for growing in open ground it is simply luxuriant. The flowers are large and globular, similar to that of the Queen, except in color; very full and sweet; in color is a deep rose flesh, beautifully shaded with rich carmine; edges and reverse of petals silver rose.
SOUV. DE CATHERINE GUILLOT Flnwprg large, full,
finely shaped and very fragrant. Free bloomer and vigor- ous. Color
Of strong and vigorous growth, and a constant bloomer, which is especially suited to bedding or massing. The flow- ers are deeply shaded coppery yellow and are of large size.
SAXONIA — Very distinct, full and double; strong grower; produces beautiful white flowers, with petals edged with bright rose. It was sent to us as an improvement over that most popular Rose, Golden Gate, and is really very well worth planting.
MADAM HOSTE — The color of this variety is soft, light canary-yellow, deepening in the center to pure golden yel- low, beautifully flushed with pale amber. Edge and re- verse of petals creamy white.
coppery car- mine; center shaded orange. Richly colored and thor- oughly distinct.
MADAME WELCHE — Color a magnificent shade of amber- yellow, deepening toward the center to orange or cop- pery yellow, delicately clouded with pale crimson.
MAD. E. DURANTHON The
color is citron-yellow, with bright red center, delicately blended.
.Mrs. B. R, Cunt.
Prices of all Roses on this page, strong, first size plants, 15c each; $1.50 per dozen, postpaid; two-year-old plants, 35c each; $3.50 per dozen, by express.
Mad. Francisca Kruger.
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EVERBLOOMING HARDY TEAS— Continued.
Souv. de Francois Gaulain
The color is unusually bright, and quite remarkable for a Tea Rose — rich velvety crimson; the flowers are very fra- grant, large, full and very double, possessing a depth that makes their color all the more attractive, quite hardy, healthy and strong. A Rose of great value to the home- grower. The strong, healthy plants are quite hardy.
SAFRANO — Valued very highly for its beautiful buds and handsome flowers. The color is a bright apricot-yellow, passing to orange and fawn, sometimes tinted with rose. A splendid old-time Rose that has never been replaced by any newcomer of its class or color. It is a variety especially adapted to outdoor planting; vigorous and healthy; blooms all summer.
MADAME LAMBARD — Color a magnificent shade of rosy bronze, changing to salmon and fawn, tinted with car- mine.
MADAME MARGOTTIN — .This large and perfectly double Rose is considered a great favorite. The color ot the flowers, which are very fragrant, is dark citron-yellow, with apricot shadings and red center; a strong grower and profuse bloomer.
MAD. DE WATTEVILLE — The Tulip Rose. The color is a magnificent shade of creamy yellow, richly colored with rosy blush; the large petals are bordered with bright crimson, giving it a very striking and beautiful appear- ance.
MADAME ELIE LAMBERT — Color a rich creamy white, faintly tinted with pale golden yellow, and is exquisitely bordered and tinted with soft rosy flesh; very beautiful and sweet.
UNCLE JOHN — An offspring of Golden Gate, from which it differs in color, which is much more intense.
Souv. do Francois Gaulain.
Wm, R. Smith
Especially suited for outdoor planting and cutting purposes.
The soft blending of the salmon-pinks, rose-pinks, and the mag- nificent flesh tints resemble the blush of a maiden’s cheek.
VIRGINIA — This splendid Rose is the result of a cross between Safrano and Marechal Niel. It is a constant bloomer and of vigorous growth, bearing flowers which are well formed, large and double. The color is a light yellow, tinged with saffron at the center; very delicately and delightfully perfumed.
FRANCOIS DLTBREFUIL — Qf strong growth and a constant bloomer, producing deep crimson flowers, with rich velvety shadings, which are very double and large.
MADAME CAMILLE — for amateurs, there is no equal, as it is a strong grower, producing flowers of the largest size and not liable to disease. The color is a pale rosy flush, shaded with salmon and lavender.
MADAME PIERRE GTJILLOT — This is a very remarkable and exceedingly handsome variety. Color delicate orange-yellow, veined and bordered with clear pink.
BERYL — Large, full and fragrant; color deep apricot or cop- pery-yellow. The flowers and foliage present a fine contrast.
WHITE BOUGERE — There is no Rose which exceeds this one for open-ground culture. The pure ivory-white flowers are unusually large, deep, full and double, borne on long, stiff stems throughout the season in great profusion.
Price of all Roses on this page, first size plants, 15c each; $1.50 per dozen, postpaid; 2-year-old plants, 35c each; $3.50 per dozen, by express.
Win. R. Sir.it h.
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The Handsome Cochet Roses
Pink Maman Cochet
The Queen of all Pink Garden Roses. The buds are large, full and firm, elegantly pointed, showing depth and richness as they expand. The superb flowers open perfectly double, are extra large and of splendid sub- stance. Hardy everywhere; clear, rich pink, changing to silvery rose.
WHITE MAMAN COCHET — This js a most magnificent snow-white Rose with sometimes a faint tinge of pale blush. It has the same freedom of bloom as the Pink Cochet, the same magnificent form of buds and flowers, and the same hardiness— standing at the very head of all the Roses as the best white kind for open-ground culture. Vigorous as an oak and hardy everywhere.
RED MAMAN COCHET (Helen Gould) — A Rose that will grow and give satisfaction in almost any soil or situation. It produces its splendid flowers in amazing profusion, on long, strong shoots. The flowers are very full, perfectly double; buds long and pointed. Color, warm, rosy crimson; hardy everywhere. Bush is absolutely hardy; always in bloom.
YELLOW MAMAN COCHET — One of the very best hardy, everblooming yellow Roses. It is ideal for open-ground culture — a typical Cochet Rose, with gracefully molded buds, flowers magnificent when open, on stiff, strong stems. This kind is identical in every way with Pink and White Cochet, except in color, which is deep sulphur-yellow.
CRIMSON MAMAN COCHET (Etoile de France) — A fitting companion to the other Cochet Roses on account of its vigor of growth, stiffness of foliage, freedom of bloom, and hardiness. It bears masses of full, deep- formed flowers singly, on long, substantial stems. The color is a new and clear shade of red or velvety crimson, brightening in center; of exquisite fragrance.
Price of the Cochet Roses in first size plants, 15c each; 8 for $1.00, postpaid; 2-year-old plants, 35c each; $3.50 per dozen, by express.
White Maman Cochet.
The Grandest of All Bedding Roses — The Souperts
These famous Roses will give absolute satisfaction to every purchaser. They bloom the first year and will be in bloom every year from early May until severe freezing weather. More than once we have seen them bloom in open ground after a severe snowstorm. There are no Roses like them; certainly none better. If you try them, take our word for it, you will not be disappointed. Prices: Strong plants, 10c each; 6 for 50c; 12 for $1.00; 25 for $2.00; larger size, 15c each; 5 for 60c; 9 for $1.00, postpaid; two-year-old plants, 35c eaach, by express. We prepay charges on all orders over $5.00.
CLOTILDE SOUPERT- — Known the world over as one of the very best of all bedding Roses. A strong, dwarf grower and a truly wonderful bloomer, producing clusters after clusters of the finest formed flowers. Full and double, and deliciously sweet. The color effect is beautiful — ivory-white shading toward the center to silvery rose.
RED SOUPERT (Ma Petite Andree) — An unusually strong grower, dwarf and compact, producing large, full, double flowers in amazing profusion. Color brilliant crimson. This is the original variety, and it is still the first and best of its class.
PINK SOUPERT — Identical with Clotilde Soupert, except in color of flower, which is clear, lively pink and at a distance resembles a carnation. Has the same stocky, sturdy habit of growth, blooms as freely, with large, handsome flowers; same form as Clotilde Soupert.
YELLOW SOUPERT (Mosella) — The flowers are double, and of the same camellia-like for mas Clotilde Soupert, and are produced in immense clusters; buds exceedingly dainty. A strong, up- right, bushy grower. Color white, on beautiful, light, yellow ground; center chrome-yellow.
WHITE SOUPERT (Clotilde Pfitzer)— The genuine White Soupert. Identical in every way with Clo- tilde Soupert, except in color, which is Ivory-white.
Free-blooming and hardy.
Special Offer t>ne eac^ the 5 beautiful
— — Soupert Roses, 1-year-old plants,
5 in all, 40c; larger size, 5 plants, 50c, postpaid; 2-year- old plants, 5 in all, $1.50.
Bed of Soupert Boses.
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Favorite Hardy Climbing Roses
Hardy Climbing Roses have the popular call. ' They have become an absolute necessity for beautifying the home, for training over porches, verandas, trellises and pergolas, and they make most beautiful flowering hedges when trained on low supports, and when grown as single specimens as a bush Rose, soon making a handsome shrub. No other concern offers such a complete list of Climbing Roses as we, including, as it does, all the new kinds, as well as the old tried and true favorites which may be found spreading their beauty all over our fair land.
All the Climbing Roses in our unequaled list are on their own roots — a most vital point in a Climbing Rose. Some are
absolutely hardy in the cold- est parts of the country, while others, growing luxur- iantly in the middle and southern sections, require some slight protection in the North. These are so easily grown that every home should not be without one or
Price of Climbing Roses on this page, except where noted, 15c each; $1.50 per dozen, postpaid; 2-year-old plants, 40c each, by express; $4.00 per dozen.
Climbing American Beauty Grown as a Bush Rose.
Dorothy Perkins
American Beauty is perhaps the best known, most popular and impressive Rose in cultivation. Big, gloriously rich in fragrance, the flowers are simply superb. Every Rose expert has longed to produce this Queen of Beauty in climbing form through the delicate science of hybridizing and cross breed- ing. This is no ordinary Climbing Rose, but is a vigorous, rampant, climb- ing type of the real American Beauty, with its gorgeous flowers and its surpassing fragrance. Immense blooms measuring 3 to 4 inches in diame- ter; and each one is invariably produced on a separate stem. The color is glowing crimson red, the real American Beauty color. The foliage is mag- nificent and is an important feature in climbing Roses, for without healthy, leathery foliage any climbing Rose is a failure, because it is unsightly. Climbing American Beauty has tough, beautiful, glossy green foliage, which in itself is ornamental and retains its brightness during the entire season. The plant attains a height of 10 to 15 feet in a single season, and is prac- tically insect proof. Absolutely hardy in all localities and withstands the rigid winters of a temperature 10 to 25 degrees below zero without pro- tection. Is as sturdy as an oak. Equally satisfactory in the warmer South- ern climates. Can be used for a dozen different uses, either in hedges, for single specimens, for pergolas, for climbing over verandas, or any p that an ordinary vine will grow Climbing American Beauty will thrive. It does not require any petting or coaxing. Prices, strong, one-year-old plants, 20c each; larger size 30c each, postpaid; strong, vigorous, two-year- old plants, 50c each, by express.
ALBERIC BARBIER — a Great New Yellow Climbing Rose. Very best hardy Climbing Rose in cultivation. Should be in every garden. Grows in almost any soil or situation, good or bad, Free from insect attacks, beautiful, heavy, waxy foliage. Continues in bloom for quite a pro- tracted period; absolutely free from mildew; in short, the type of Rose that may be planted and forgotten; thrives without care. The beauti- ful yellow flowers are unusually full and double and are produced sometimes singly and sometimes in clusters, with the utmost freedom.
more.
The Brilliant Pink Rambler Rose. Flowers are borne in large clusters, are very double, with prettily crinkled petals; remarkably pretty pointed buds, beautiful clear shell-pink in color, lasting a long time without fading. The bush is perfectly hardy in all localities, a rapid and thrifty grower, bearing its wondrous flowers in great clusters. Also heavy 3-year- old plants, 60c each, by ex- press.
Dorothy
Climbing American Beauty
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Keystone
Our claim is this is the first hardy, ever- blooming yel- 1 o w climbing Rose. Keystone has been thor- oughly tested and found to have any num- ber of strong points. It grows more freely than any other climbing Rose, perfectly hardy
everywhere, blooms in wonderful profusion, ab- solutely immune from insect attacks and has a vigor of constitution found in no other kind. The open flower of Keystone is perfectly double, with buds beautifully formed. It is a deep lemon-yellow Rose, similar to Coquette de Lyon. The fragrance is much like that of magnolia blossoms. Readily attains a height of 15 feet in a season, branching free’y, and has always come through the winter without damage, even in the most exposed situations, not requiring protection. Keystone pos- sesses every feature that denotes a good Rose, and its free-blooming qualities make it indispensable in every Rose garden.
EXCELSA — a new and distinctive Rambler of remarkable merit. A remarkable grower, free from insects and producing a great quantity of blooms of crimson maroon with the tips of the petals scarlet. Flowers full and double and thirty or forty produced on a stem. The undesirable features of the Crimson Ramb'er, the un- sightly foliage, is eliminated in this Rose by the infusion of Wichuraiana blood. Hardy everywhere.
AMERICAN PILLAR — a new Climber of extremely vigorous habit of growth, the bushes being clothed in lively green from earliest spring until late in the fall. The flowers are produced in profusion, fairly covering the bush, and their pretty pink color is a delight to the eye. In the fall, the flowers are followed by large clusters of attractive red berries, which are highly ornamental. Planted singly or in groups on the lawn, this Rose is sure to evoke favorable comment.
BALTIMORE BELLE_pa;e blush, variegated carmine-rose and white. Very double flowers in beautiful clusters.
BIRDIE BLYE — Buds long and pointed. Color bright carmine, changing to bright satiny rose as they open. Blooms produced at the end of every shoot in clusters.
GREVILLE, or SEVEN SISTERS — Flowers in large clusters; varies white to crimson.
HIAWATHA — Single, deep intense crimson shade; petals shading pure white at the base. Foliage light glossy green.
THE FLOWER OF FAIRFIELD _A rampant climber, it bears continuously enormous clusters of brilliant crimson flowers from early spring until frost. The youngest plants bloom profusely the first year. Absolutely hardy everywhere and retain the bright fresh green of its foliage all summer. Don’t fail to include this marvelous, hardy, everblooming climbing Rose in your order. No matter how pretentious your home’ or how humble, this Rose will beautify it with its magnificent clusters of brilliant crimson flowers, which will fairly glow with brilliancy of color all summer.
TAUNU& BLUMSCHEN — a new rose-pink Rambler; a most profuse bloomer.
LILY ITO — a pretty, dainty foliaged climber of rapid growth, which bears a great profusion of small Polyantha flowers of pearly blush. A Japanese importation.
TRIER — Produces immense trusses of pale rose-colored flowers, changing to white.
MINNEHAHA — New. A charming double satiny pink-flow- ering Rambler of a most pleasing color. Flowers are borne in clusters; foliage glossy green.
Price of all Climbing Roses on this page 15c each; $1.50 per dozen, postpaid; 2-year-old plants, 35c each; $3.50 per dozen, by express.
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(German-Tausendschon )
The most sensational Climb- ing Rose yet introduced, not even barring Crimson Ram- bler. A single cluster of flow- ers is a bouquet in itself, hence the very fitting name,
“Thousand Beauties.” Bloom- ing profusely from the begin- ning of June until the last of July, the flowers appear in large clusters (10 to 15 in a cluster), are of splendid size and quite double. The colors
run from delicate balsam to tender rose through the inter- mediate shades of bright rose and carmine, with white, yellow and various other indescribable tints showing. There is no other Rose in cultivation like it. It is a strong grower, with but few thorns, magnificent foliage, impervious against mil- dew and absolutely hardy in the open ground everywhere. It has created a veritable sensation, and has been awarded numerous medals. The most remarkable Rose of its kind in the world.
One-year plants will at- tain a height of 10 to 20 feet in a single season, and the second year they will continue to produce a marvelous profusion of rich and glowing crim- son flowers in large clus- ters. It presents a vivid crimson mass of beauty when in full bloom, dur- ing June aqd July. It is absolutely hardy every- where; equally desirable
for growing in bush form by pegging it down, or in pots. WEIGAND’S CRIMSON RAMBLER (Non Plus Ultra)— In- troduced as an improved Crimson Rambler; a little fuller in the flower and deeper in color. Two weeks earlier.
YELLOW RAMBLER (Aglaia) — Flowers are deep golden yellow and very fragrant.
WHITE RAMBLER (Thalia) — Flowers pure white, some- times tinted with blush.
A Single Spray of Tausendschon.
Rambler Rose.
Thousand
Beauty
Crimson
Rambler
Rambler Rose.
MRS. F. W, FLIGHT — Recommended as the “Queen of all Ramblers.” Beautiful carmine flowers, with white center; large, semi-double in form, and borne in enormous clusters. Very free-flowering. Unsurpassed for arches and pillars. Magnificent; try it.
PERLE DES NEIGES (Multiflora) — Perpetual flowering. Foliage and growth of Crimson Rambler, with large pani- cles of double, snow-white blossoms. A free and continu- ous bloomer.
PINK RAMBLER — Large trusses of brilliant carmine flow- ers. Very popular.
CLIMBING MOSELLA — a climbing type of the popular bush Rose of this name, producing its creamy yellow flowers in clusters, hardy.
PHILADELPHIA CRIMSON RAMBLER This now famous
variety differs from the old Crimson Rambler in having brighter, deeper and more intense crimson color. Earlier than the Crimson Rambler and entirely free from mildew. Flowers perfectly double and of excellent substance.
Your Order Delivered Free
if it amounts to $5.00 or more; if less than that
Price of all Climbing Roses offered on this page, 15c each; $1.50 per dozen, postpaid; 2-year-old plants, 35c each; $3.50 per dozen, by express.
amount if 10 per cent is added.
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Climbing Clotilde Soupert.
Climbing Clotilde Soupert
A Wonderful, Hardy Climbing Rose, in Constant Bloom.
An offspring of that famous Rose, Clotilde Soupert, this beautiful hardy, everblooming climber is excellent in every way. It is most vigorous, and the small plants will attain a height of 15 to 25 feet in a single season, branching ex- tensively. Climbing Clotilde Soupert produces cluster after cluster of the most finely formed flowers throughout the entire growing season — large, round, perfectly double, with beautiful imbricated petals, the odor of which is delightful. The ivory-white color, shading toward the center to silvery rose, gives an effect that is indescribably beautiful. Climb- ing Clotilde is thoroughly hardy everywhere and needs no petting. We feel that the merits of this Rose cannot be too enthusiastically stated and we will guarantee it to please you.
Price of Climbing Roses on this page, first size plants, 15c each; $1.50 per dozen, postpaid; 2-year-old plants 35c each.
VEILCHENBLAU, OR VIO- LET-BLUE— The new> unique and wonderful Blue Rose has jumped into great- er popularity than any Rose introduced in late years, and the demand for it last year was so great that it was al- most impossible to meet it. But we did so and have propagated a magnificent stock for this season. It is one of the most rampant growers we have ever seen, covering a large porch in a single season. The flowers are borne in loose clusters and are of a delightful shade of blue — something entirely different from any Rose in cultivation. Our stock is all propagated from plants sent out by the introducer in Germany, and is guaranteed true to name.
DR. W. VAN FLEET_Finw ers when open run four inches and over in diameter. The center is built high, petals beautifully undulated and cupped. The color is a remarkable delicate shade of flesh-pink on the outer surface, deepening to rosy- flesh in the center. The flowers are full and double, of delicate perfume; buds pointed. It very much re- sembles Souv. de Pres. Carnot in color. Superb. LADY GAY — Flowers of a delicate cherry pink color, which fades to a soft white; deep green foliage. Vigor- ous grower, perfectly hardy. Will cover a large porch or trellis in an incredibly short time. One of the most charming of all climbers.
Climbing Crimson Baby Rambler
This new, magnificent, hardy climbing Rose combines the wonderful everblooming qualities of the famous Crimson Baby Rambler Rose with a climbing habit which makes it one of the best of all Roses for porch or pergola adornment, The flowers are brilliant crimson and are borne in large clusters, all summer through, creating at all times a most beautiful effect. The plant is extra strong in growth, abso- lutely hardy and clothed with handsome foliage, which is not subject to attacks of insects or disease,
WHITE DOROTHY — it is a rampant grower and in a short time will cover a large trellis with its long, sturdy canes clothed with brilliant green, shining foliage of splendid texture and free from mildew or attacks of insects. The flowers are of a brilliant, glistening white and are borne in great trusses, completely covering the plant, until it resembles a snowdrift.
W. pv.n... fliQvrrac on all orders of $5.00 and over if requested to do so, and on orders less than that
w e rrepay express marges amount if 10 per cent be added.
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Climbing Killarney.
Climbing Gruss an Teplitz
Hardy Climbing Hybrid Tea Roses
The Roses on this page are noted for the exquisite beauty of their flowers, rivaling, as they do, those of the Hybrid Tea Class. They are all wonderfully strong growers, hardy and vigorous, and in constant bloom all summer. In- the middle sections of the country and in the Northwest they thrive and bloom most luxuriantly, while in the warmer sections they fairly run riot in their glory of growth and bloom. Even in the coldest Northern states they grow to perfection, but will require protection in winter.
Climbing Killarney
The beautiful flowers of this wonderful Rose are identical with the parent variety, but the bush is of the climbing habit of growth, placing it at once in a class by itself, because there is no other climbing variety of its color. It is a strong, rapid grower, growing to perfection in the open ground, throwing up , shoots 10 to 15 feet high in a single season, and is entirely hardy. It blooms continuously throughout the season, and the flowers are magnificent beyond description, immense, long, pointed buds with massive petals, opening into flowers of enormous size; color deep pink, bright and sparkling, an exquisite shade, deliciously fragrant; in fact, one of the greatest new Roses ever offered. Our illustration on this page gives a slight idea of its marvelous beauty.
CLIMBING WHITE MAMAN COCHET — por many years the old White Maman Cochet has been considered one of the very best of all White Tea Roses, and this new climber has all the superfine qualities of that old stand- ard Rose, with added value in its climbing habit. The foliage is strong and of a delightfully fresh green, is not subject to disease or insect attacks, and even when not in bloom the plant is of great charm, adding great beauty to the house. The exquisite white flowers every one of which is a perfect speci- men of the White Maman Cochet Rose, are borne in the greatest profusion, fairly covering the plant all summer, for it is one of the most constant bloomers of all the white climbing Roses. It is absolutely hardy, except in the extreme North, where it requires some slight protection. It is a strong, vigorous grower, throwing up strong canes 15 or 20 feet long in a season.
Price of all Roses offered on this page in strong plants, 20c each; 6 for $1.00, postpaid; two-year-old plants, 40c each; $4.00 per dozen, by express.
Climbine Gruss an Teplitz.
An exact counterpart of the bush form of that superb Rose, Gruss an Teplitz, as offered on page 11, except that it is a vigorous climber. A perfect sheet of dazzling crim- son when in bloom in the spring, and blooms continuously throughout the season. Strong, healthy grower. Grows any place. Hardy as an oak.
CLIMBING WOOTTON — \ strong and rampant climber, grow- ing in one season to a height of 10 to 15 feet, with large and heavy insect-proof foliage; it produces superbly formed flowers in wonderful profusion. They are bright and ma- genta-red, passing to violet-crimson, richly shaded.
CLIMBING HELEN GOULD — Really a Climbing Tea Rose,
with the same magnificent, deep and double flowers, the same freedom of bloom as shown in the bush Rose Helen Gould or Red Maman Cochet. The growth is sturdy, the foliage grand, the flowers warm, rosy crimson, sometimes beautifully striped, flamed and shaded in bright carmine over pale rose.
CLIMBING METEOR — \ SUperb everblooming climbing Rose. A sport from Meteor, famous for its magnificent flowers. True climbing habit, attaining a height of 10 to 15 feet in a single season. Free, persistent bloomer, with magnificently formed buds and flowers. Dark, velvety crimson, the equal of any Rose in cultivatioft. Hardy with protection and will give absolute satis- faction.
CHRISTINE WRIGHT — Large, thick leathery foliage. Flowers 4 inches in diameter; color bright, clear pink, almost double; borne in large clusters.
CLIMBING LA FRANCE — a sport from La France with a climbing habit of growth. A strong, rapid grower, producing large, delicate, silvery pink flow- ers in great abundance.
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The Old Favorites of Grandmother’s Garden
The June Roses
Prices of all Roses in this section, except where noted, 15c each; any 4 for 50c; 9 for $1.00; larger size, 20c each; 3 for 50c; two-year-old plants, 45c each.
Faul Neyron.
There is little question that Hybrid Perpetual Roses, or “June Roses,” as they are sometimes called, are the most valuable of all hardy plants. They are of vigorous, upright growth, have large bold flowers, frequently measuring 5 to 6 inches in diameter, and are deliciously fragrant. These Roses will succeed in any locality and are so hardy that they will live through the severest winters with but a light protection of leaves or coarse manure. Some of the kinds do not bloom until the second year, but, when fully established, they all bloom freely at the usual time, early in the season. The Hybrid Perpet- uals will stand hardship and neglect, but give much better results with good cultivation.and rich soil. Always plant in open ground, as these Roses are not suitable for house culture. Our collec- tion of Hybrid Perpetuals is by far the best in the country. The plants we send out are strong and hearty and on own roots.
Mad. Alfred Carriere
Extra-large, full flowers; very double and sweet; rich, creamy white, faintly tinged with pale yellow.
ANNA DE DIESBACH (Glory of Paris) _Mnst lovely brilliant carmine; long, pointed buds, and large, finely formed, com- pact flowers; very full and double and delightfully sweet. A vigorous grower and fine bloomer.
GIANT OF BATTLES — a grand old favorite. One of the best, if not the best, hardy, vivid crimson Rose; large, very double and sweet.
Mad. Alfred Carriere.
Paul Neyron
The flowers are immense; probably the largest and finest Rose; bright, shining pink; clear and beautiful; very double and full; finely scented; blooms the first season and all summer; no collection is com- plete without this magnificent variety.
LOUIS VAN HOUTTE — Brilliant vinous crimson; large, full and fra- grant; an excellent sort and one that we recommend most highly. One of the most beautiful Roses we have ever seen.
FRANCOIS LEVET — One of the best and most satisfactory of all Hybrid Roses; we recommend it highly for general planting. An un- usually vigorous grower, and free-blooming. Large, finely made flowers almost the size of Paul Neyron; cherry-pink, delicately shaded carmine and blush.
GENERAL JACQUEMINOT — Bright, shining crimson, rich and vel- vety; exceedingly brilliant and handsome; makes magnificent buds and flowers, and is highly esteemed as one of the best and most de- sirable Roses for open ground.
GENERAL WASHINGTON — Bright, shining crimson flowers, large and perfectly double; blooms the first season and almost constantly.
EUGENE FURST — Strong, vigorous grower, with thick, healthy foliage. Flowers beautiful, velvety crimson, shading to maroon. Highly scented with the same delightful perfume as some of the Tea Roses. In every way a most valuable Rose.
HARDY
JUNE
ROSES
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No Rose so
Satisfactory as the June Rose
JUNE ROSES— Continued.
Boule De Neige
A very hardy, pure white variety; medium size; very full, double
flowers of delightful fragrance.
COQUETTE DES BLANCHES — Pure snowy white, sometimes faintly tinged with pale rose; blooms in large clusters; medium size, full and slightly fragrant.
DINSMORE — Popular for garden planting on account of its hardi- ness and vigor of growth; constant and profuse bloom, which begins soon after planting and continues all through the sea- son. Flowers are large and perfectly double; color rich crim- son-scarlet.
PRINCE CAMILLE DE ROHAN — Celebrated the world over for its large, handsome, fragrant flowers, and the freedom with which they are produced. The color is a deep, rich velvety crimson, passing to intense maroon shaded black; at a short distance they appear really black.
CAPTAIN HAYWARD — Bright scarlet, very vivid in summer and glowing in autumn. Large, full and bold, the outer petals finely reflexed, while the center petals stand up well, making a flower of striking beauty. Perfectly hardy.
DUKE OF CONNAUGHT — Velvety crimson, flushed with red. Flowers large, full and well formed. A vigorous grower.
BLACK PRINCE — Much sought after because of its dark crimson flowers which are shaded so deeply as to be almost black; cupped large, full, fine-shaped.
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Boule de Niege.
Ulrich Brunner
A great Rose, known to all planters as one of the best in this class. Immense, large, bold flowers, full and globular; rich, glowing crimson, elegantly flamed with scarlet. Hardy, unsually free bloomer. Highly fragrant.
. GLORIE LYONAISE — Color, rich creamy white, passing, when open, ,\ to a pale shade of salmon-yellow, deepest at the center. It is abso- lutely hardy everywhere, and we ask that you plant it freely. A con- stant source of delight. Blooms of immense size, full and double.
Special Offer of June Roses
“Our Grandmothers Favorites”
For 50c we will send you postpaid by mail 5 of these Hardy June Roses, in strong, first size plants, known as the old favorites, as fol- lows :
Francis Levet
Anne de Diesbach Paul Neyron
Boule de Neige Mrs. Alfred Carriere
The 5 in two-year-old plants by express, all on own roots, for $1.75. Order as “Grandmothers’ Favorite” Collection.
Ulrich Brunner.
Price of all Roses on this page, except where noted, 15c each; any 4 for 50c; $1.00 for 9; larger size, 20c each; 3 for 50c, postpaid; two-year- old plants, all on own roots, 45c each, $4.50 per dozen.
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“Our Reputation Set”
of Hardy Everblooming Roses
For those customers who, for lack of knowledge of the different varieties, are at a loss to select the best sorts for an average yard or garden, we offer herewith a collection of Hardy Everblooming Roses, the best suited for the average locality and known as “Our Reputation Set,” a collection upon which we are willing to stake our reputation. This we would not do unless we, were positive they will gain for us a customer, and become a permanent advertisement for us.
12 Hardy Everblooming Roses $1
For $1.00 we will send you postpaid 12 plants, 1 each of the following varieties, in first size strong plants, or the 12 varieties in strong two-year plants by express for $3.00. Safe arrival and absolute satisfaction guaranteed.
Innlrhppr I I MnrLr A remarkable Rose in every jonnaecr j. l.. muck way Color a clear imperia,
pink. Strong healthy grower.
freely.
Etoile De Lyon Y'g0™8 . grower. Blooms
Marie Guillot
Mrs. B. R. Cant
Color a rich golden yellow.
Most reliable white Rose for use. Full and double.
Rridpcmaid Valuable for cutting. Good one for the miucamaiu home garden. Color deep pink.
Marie Van Houtte nH“dySeiT0«'ree bloomin8 Pa"
general Mad. Heintz
Very double deep Rose with silvery center.
Souv. De Francis Gaulain tA0Jy uR"“uCy , “If.™
garden. Color rich velvety crimson.
Mario I amhort Vigorous grower. Large double creamy wiaiic Ldinuci i white flowers produced in great pro- fusion.
Lovely double saffron-yellow flowers, slightly shaded carmine.
Charles Dingee Strong healthy grower. Note color on
front cover.
full flowers of lovely clear
Champion of the World 0ne of the favorites Large
pink.
Virginia R. Coxe
Or Gruss an Teplitz. The most satisfactory crimson Rose. Strong grower and blooms all the time. Hardy anywhere.
Order as the “Reputation Set’
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of Magnificent Hardy Climbing and Bush Roses
This collection is especially valuable for the beginner in Rose culture, whose knowledge of varieties is limited. These Roses are all hardy anywhere and need no protection once they become established, and will produce an abundance of flowers. All vigorous growers.
12 Strong First Size Plants $1
For $1.00 we will send postpaid to any place in the United States proper, one each of the following varieties, 12 in all: 12 two-year-old plants by express for $3.00. Safe arrival and absolute satisfaction guaranteed.
A massive crimson Rose. Hardy and a constant bloomer.
FyppIcp The Red Dorothy Perkins Climbing Rose. Deep Ftnilp dp FrnnrP LAtcisa recj biooms jn wonderful profusion. Grows any- Lltullc uc 1 1 flUtc
where. Deep green foliage.
Keysto
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The popular hardy everblooming yellow Climb- ing Rose. Beautiful full double blooms pro- duced in wonderful profusion.
Hj. Van hlooms of this Rose measure fully
l/l . T all i led four inches across. Color a remarkable
shade of flesh pink, and rapid climber.
Foliage bright glossy green. A strong
Sir Thomas Lipton
The best pure white Rugosa Rose. Absolutely hardy everywhere. Ex- cellent for specimen plants.
WpIIpcIpv A magnificent everblooming garden Rose. ca * Color a beautiful shade of pink.
Mail ^cWdIIpv Salmon rose edged with violet car-
maa.jcn waiter mine_ Constant bioomer.
Parlrinc The remarkable shell pink climber. Lioroiny rerKinS wonderful climber. Beautiful
crinkled blooms borne in great clusters.
Thmicand Rpantipc No Climbing Rose has met with i uuuaaiiu ucautica such universal success as this one.
The older they become the more beautiful. Colors from tender balsam and rose to carmine.
Climbing Clotilde Soupert
producing lovely double blooms of ivory whiteness shaded toward center to silvery rose.
June Rose. Color rosy red. Profuse bloomer.
This splendid Rose. is one of the best of its color — rosy carmine darker shaded. Constant bloomer. Hardy.
Magna Charfta Mad. Abel Chatenay
Order as the “Excelsa Set’
“Introductory Offer”
“I O Hardy Rose Plants
J- O Postpaid for - J-
Pot-Grown on Own Roots like this, which is one -half actual size.
In order to introduce our goods we make this remarkable offer.
Our great stock of Roses contains many very fine sorts which our cata- logue does not describe in detal, every way the equal, if not the superior, to the popular favorites.
Amongs t these Roses are some of the finest ever grown by any- body any- where, Roses that combine such beauty of form, rich- ness of color, freedom o f
bloom and hardiness and health as to make them the equals, if not the su- periors, of many popular favorites.
We want you to know these Roses as we do, hence we make this re- markable offer. If you will send us $i we will forward eighteen of them, all different kinds, no two colors alike, properly labeled, postpaid, and safe arrival guaranteed. You will not be disappointed in these Roses, take our word for it. They will bloom this year throughout the season, and will continue each succeeding year to bloom more profusely, and be a source of joy forever.
All Strong Plants Sure to Bloom. A trial will
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convince you.
Think of the
pleasure from such a small investment.
We will include in this collection such magnifi- cent Roses as
RADIANCE
A glorious new hardy hybrid tea bush rose of extraordinary merit. Awarded a Silver Medal by the American Rose Society, color a beau- tiful shade of carmine rose ; Climbing White Maman Cochet, buds and blooms same as the old favorite bush rose of the same name but a strong and healthy grower, and Jonkheer J. L. Mock, a new hybrid tea rose from Holland and called the Giant Pink. Color, a clear pink. One of the most at- tractive roses grown. These three alone worth the price of the entire collecton, and when once they become established you will not take many times the amount paid for them.
NOTE PARTICULARLY . — We prepay shipping charges on this Collection to any point in the United States. Foreign countries, please add 25 per cent. This is the highest realization of what “shopping by mail” really means to the flower-loving public everywhere. Satisfaction and safe arrival guaranteed.
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The Best Blooming Geraniums
Hardy Shrubs
Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora
The Hydrangeas are extensively used for yard, lawn and hedge planting and for screens. Attain a height of 5 to 7 feet; hardy in all localities; bloom the first and every season in July and August, and continue in bloom for two or three months; the flowers are massive, cone-shaped, often measuring 10 inches in length, and have a pleasing variation of color, changing from original pure white to pink, and finally to a beautiful, rich coppery red. Well-rooted field-grown plants, that will bloom this year. Prices: 15c each; 4 for 50c; 9 for $1.00, postpaid; strong, 2-year-old, field-grown, blooming plants, 25c each; 5 for $1.00; extra size, 3-year-old, field-grown, bloom- ing plants, 35c each; 3 for $1.00; 6 for $1.75; $3.25 per dozen, by express or freight.
Double Japan Snowball
The whole bush in June is loaded with great compact balls of pure white, double flowers, borne in such profusion that they almost completely hide the leaves and branches. The foliage is peculiarly crimped and crinkled. Entirely hardy, needing no protection. Field-grown plants, one-year size, 20c each; 3 for 50c; 7 for $1.00, postpaid; by express or freight, $10.00 per 100; two-year, 35c each; 3 for 90c; 25 for $5.00, by express or freight; three-year, 50c each; 5 for $2.00; $4.00 per dozen, by express or freight.
New Hardy Everblooming Hydrangea
The New Everblooming Hydrangea is, as its name implies, constantly in bloom from early in June until frost, and is one of the most important additions in the way of hardy shrubs ever introduced. All summer long it bears great clusters of white flowers much like the tender Hydrangeas in size and form. Price, strong, vigorous plants, well rooted, 25c each; 5 for $1.00, postpaid; 2-year-old, field-grown plants, with several branches, 50c each; 3 for $1.00, by express.
CHOICE DOUBLE
Strong plants, 15c each; 4 for 50c, postpaid; 10 for $1.00. Alphonse Ricard — Semi-double; orange-red.
Mrs. Lawrence — Good bloomer. Soft salmon pink, tinged white. Cousin Janie — Clear rich pink, slightly spotted light red.
Jules Vasseur — Bright scarlet, white center.
Jean Viaud — Soft Pink, white blotches.
Berthe de Priscilla — Dwarf. Fine bedder. Bright silver rose-pink. John Doyle — Rich scarlet. Very effective.
Heteranthe — Bright scarlet.
Countess de Harcourt — Pure snow-white.
Mme. Buchner — Snow-white; vigorous.
Mme. Recamier — Pure white. Strong grower. One of the best. Ornella — Magnificent. Semi-dwarf. Rich scarlet, shaded crimson. S. A. Nutt — Rich, dark crimson. Superb.
Jean Oberle — Peach pink, shaded white edge.
Fleuve Blanc — Pure white. Dark green foliage. Compact grower. La Cid — Charming shade of cardinal red.
Anais Segalas — Bright salmon. Zoned foliage.
Double Dryden — Coral white center, shading through a delicate lilac. Ideal pot plant.
Beaute Poitevine — Bright salmon-pink.
CHOICE SINGLE
La Favorite — Snowy white, superb.
Mrs. E. G. Hill — Free bloomer. Light salmon.
Eugene Sue — Brilliant shade of russet orange.
Granville — Deep rose-pink with white blotches on upper petals. L’Aube — One of the best pure whites.
Jacquerie — Deep carmine red.
Feuer — Brilliant crimson-red. Dwarf growth.
Antithese — Vermilion-scarlet.
Baron Grubissich — Bright tender rose. Clear white cen- ter.
Edmond Blanc — Large trusses of bright crimson. Cop- pery center.
Clifton — Solid color of bright red.
Pelargoniums
15c each; 4 for 50c, postpaid.
Lady Washington — Lilac-pink.
Pansy Pelargonium — Pink and crimson.
FANCY AND SWEET-SCENTED GERANIUMS. Strong plants, 15c each ; 4 for 50c. Happy thought — Green and white.
Madame Salleroi — Green, dotted white.
Prince Bismark — Dark bronze.
Apple-scented — A grand old favorite.
Rose-scented — Delightful rose scent.
Lemon-scented — Deliciously scented.
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Dingee Hardy Violets
Rich in modest beauty and famed for its enchanting fragrance, the Violet con- tinues to increase in popularity. With the last snows of winter still about it, this gentle flower shyly appears from out its icy bed, heralding the coming of spring. All our plants are absolutely clean and healthy and will produce satisfactory results.
plants, 10c each; 3 for 25c; any 7 for 50c; any 15 for $1.00; $6.00 per 100. nch — In color it is a charming shade of lavender-pink and the foliage is dark green.
Admiral Avellan — Rich dark purplish red.
California — Largest Violet in cultivation. Rich, violet-blue; flowers on long stems. Dorsett — Darkest, deep violet-blue; long stems, large flowers.
Farquhar — Double flowers of delicate fragrance, deep blue.
Governor Herrick — Rich, dark purple; single.
Lady Hume Campbell — The best double blue. Strong, healthy and perfectly hardy. Luxonne — Soft violet purple; fragrance delicious.
Prince of Wales — One of the best. Large, blue single flowers, deliciously fragrant. Swanley White — Pure white, perfectly double, fragrant flowers.
Peacock — New Violet. This is an entrancingly beautiful new Violet; the markings of its charming colors are difficult to describe. The prevailing color is white, with delicate tracings and markings of sky-blue.
Palms
Kentias — -The grandest of all Palms. Kentia Belmoreana is the tallest grower, while Kentia Forsteriana has the broad- est leaves. Strong plants, 8 to 12 inches high, 25c each; 3 for 65c, postpaid ; larger plants, splendid specimens, from 6-inch pots, 75c.
Areca lutescens — Trunk and stems golden green. Strong plants, 6 to 8 inches high, 25c each; 3 for 60c, postpaid; large plants, 14 to 18 inches high, 60c each, postpaid.
Cocos Weddelliana- — The daintiest of all Palms. Strong plants, 4-inch pots, 75c.
Cycas revoluta — Broad Palm-like foliage springing from a large crown. Fine, large plants, from 5-inch pots, 15 to 18 inches high, 5 to 8 leaves, $1.00 each, by express only.
Latania Borbonica — Divided, fan-shaped leaves. Strong plants, 20c each; 3 for 50c; larger size, 30c each, postpaid; large plants, 14 to 18 inches high, from 5-inch pots, 75c each, postpaid.
Dracaena indivisa — Long, variegated leaves. 15c each; 4 for 50c; 9 for $1.00.
Phoenix Canariensis — Date Palm. Highly ornamental. 20c each; 3 for 50c; larger plants, 30c each, postpaid.
Phoenix Roebelini — Graceful, long. Palm foliage. Nice3'/2- inch pot plants, 35c each; 3 for $1.00, postpaid.
Magnificent Carnations
We offer strong plants and, whether planted in the open ground or in pots, they quickly make large specimens, blooming profusely during the summer. For winter bloom pinch the plants back from time to time during the sum- mer. Bring indoors in early fall. Grown in pots they will bloom abundantly during the winter.
Climax — A beautiful salmon-pink.
Victory — Brilliant red; extra large flowers, free in bloom. White Perfection — Clear brilliant white; fine form, very large. Dorothy — A fine, clear, deep shell-pink.
Boston Market — Standard white.
Enchantress — Brilliant pink; fine shade; large size.
Elbon — Brilliant scarlet. Full double.
Alma Ward — New white variegated; large and fragrant. The Queen — Snow-white; very rich fragrance.
Winona — Color pure medium pink; form, size and growth of the best, while it is a continuous bloomer.
Rose-Pink Enchantress — Deeper pink than Enchantress. Christmas Red — Brilliant, dazzling scarlet.
Price, strong, healthy plants, 15c each; any 5 for 50c; entire list of 12 standard varieties, postpaid for $1.00. Order as the “Standard Set.” Remember we pay shipping charges on all orders amounting to $5.00 or over.
German Irises
The memory of the “Blue Flag” of the old-time gardens is one ever sweet to those whose lives were lived in such surroundings, and while the “modern” Irises, if we may use the term, will remind one of the old days, they, too, like everything else of these days, have yielded to the influence of improvement, and there has been evolved a race of flowers absolutely bewildering in their glory.
Iris King (new) — Height, 30 inches, standard rich yellow;
falls velvety plum edged yellow. Very striking. Cypsy Queen — Standard old gold, shaded smoke pearl.
Falls black maroon shaded and reticuled yellow; late. Madame Chereau — Height, 3 to 4 feet. Pure white, edges beautifully penciled azure; superb.
Hector — Height, 30 inches, standard soft clouded yellow;
falls rich violet red; very showy.
Celeste — Falls bright blue, uppers delicate grayish blue; all having a lavender effect.
Dr. Bernice — Height, 30 inches, standard coppery bronze;
falls rich velvety plum; extra.
Purple King— A deep rich purple, very showy and effect- ive in color scheme.
Black Knight — Smoky purple.
German Iris — Mixed. 15c each; 10 for $1.00, postpaid. Price of German Iris, 20c each; 6 for $1.00, postpaid.
Bed of German Iris,
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Single Head of Canna.
No Flower Makes a Finer Display than these Gorgeous Blooming Plants.
Magnificent Everblooming Cannas
We have a particularly fine collection of these imposing foliage plants. It includes all novelties and standard varieties which we have found to be worthy of distribution among our customers. Cannas are not hardy and should not be planted until danger of frost is past. Take the roots up in the fall and store them in a dry, dark place.
Best New Cannas of Recent Introduction
METEOR— A new brilliant crimson canna of unusual merit. Green foliage, massive blooms. 20c each.
MRS. ALFRED F. CONARD — 4 ft. One of the latest introductions. Color a beautiful shade of salmon pink. Flowers of immense size. Producing blooms so freely as to make a continuous show for several months. Price, strong pot plants, 20c each. ROSEA GIGANTEA — 3 to 4 ft. A magnificent showy Canna of a rose to carmine pink shade. Flower heads of immense size. Strong pot plants, 20c each.
IMPROVED MONT BLANC — Magnificent glistening pure white flowers. 3 ft. Strong pot plants, 20c each; 6 for $1.00.
JUPITER — Beautiful, rich red flowers. 6 ft. 25c each; 5 for $1.00.
WILLIAM SAUNDERS — Bright scarlet in immediate clusters ; bronze foliage, 4 ft, 20c each; 6 for $1.00.
KING HUMBERT — Orange scarlet, striped crimson. Foliage bronze. iy2 ft. 20c each; 6 for $1.00.
LOUISIANA — Orchid-flowering. Vivid scarlet. 5 ft. 15c each; 9 for $1.00.
VENUS — Gay, rosy pink with mottled border. 4 ft. 20c each; 6 for $1.00. BUTTERCUP — Bright, buttercup-yellow; extra large. 3 ft. 20c each; 6 for $1.00.
Choicest Orchid-Flowering Cannas
Remarkable for Large Flowers of Magnificent Color, With Heavy, Healthy Foliage.
Allemania — Yellow, splashed with red. 5 to 6 ft.
Austria — Golden yellow, dotted red. 6 ft. Burbank — Yellow, spotted crimson. 6 ft. Italia — Red, with yellow border. 7 ft.
Black Prince — Velvety maroon. 5 ft. Kate Gray — Orange. 20c each; 3 for 50c. 7 ft.
Pennsylvania — Red. 20c each; 3 for 50c. 7 ft.
Ornamental -Leaved Cannas
(The Best for
Brandywine — Bronze-leaved ; crimson. 4% ft.
David Harum — Bronze foliage. Red. 3% ft.
Eastern Beauty — Dark foliage. Red. 4 ft.
Foliage Beds)
Shenandoah— Red foliage, pink flowers. 4 ft.
Egandale — Dark foliage, scarlet. 3% ft. Evolution — Bronze foliage ; yellow. 5 ft. John White — Variegated. Foliage red. Wyoming — Purple foliage ; orange flowers.
Alsace — The White Canna. Early. 3% ft. Beaute de Poitevine — Rich crimson. 4 ft. Charles Henderson — Solid crimson. 3% ft. Comte de Bouchard — Yellow. 4 y2 ft.
Duke of Marlborough — Crimson. 3 y2 ft. Florence Vaughan — Yellow, dotted. 4 ft. Florida — Scarlet with golden band. 2% ft. George Washington — Crimson. 3% ft.
J. D. Eiscle — Vermilion-scarlet. 3% ft. Mad. Crozy — Orange, edged gold. 2 y2 ft. Louise — Rose-pink, streaked red 5 ft.
Miss Sarah Hill — Carmine-crimson. 4 ft.
Standard Varieties of Cannas
Martha Washington — Pink. 3 ft. 20c each ; 3 for 50c.
Maiden’s Blush — The best pink. 3 ft.
Mile. Berat — Large, pink flowers. 4 ft. Rosemawr — Pink with throat of gold. 3 ft. Philadelphia — Crimson-scarlet. 3 ft.
Pillar of Fire — Crimson-scarlet. 7 ft.
Queen Charlotte — Orange-scarlet. 3 ft.
Queen of Holland — Purple foliage. 3% ft. Musafolia — Bronze foliage, white flowers.
Souv. d’Antoine Crozy — Intense scarlet. 3 ft.
Betsy Ross — 3 ft. 20c each ; 3 for 60c.
Fairhope — Crimson. 20c each; 3 for 50c. President McKinley — Rich crimson, 2 V, ft. Striped Beauty — Red and yellow,
West Grove — Beautiful pink. 4 \2 ft.
Governor Roosevelt — Red, striped yellow. Niagara — Deep crimson and yellow, 3 ft. Mixed Cannas — Comprising good kinds, our se- lection, superb for bedding or massing. Strong plants, 10c each; 6 for 50c; $1.00 per dozen, postpaid.
We offer strong, well rooted plants from pots. Every plant guaranteed to grow. After each variety we have indicated height of plants when fully grown. Price, except where otherwise noted, strong pot plants with ample foliage, 15c each; 4 for 50c; 9 for $1.00; $1.35 per dozen, postpaid.
Bed of Cannas.
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New Weeping Lantana
Beautiful for baskets, vases, pots or for outdoor culture and porch boxes. Produce its clear lilac-pink flowers by the hundreds from early summer until severe frosts. Deliciously fragrant. Has a most graceful habit of growth. 15c each ; 4 for 50c ; larger plants, 20c each ; 3 for 50c.
Japanese Fern Ball
Composed of dormant Japanese Fern roots and moss, so put together that they send out beautiful leaves from every point. Place the ball in water for 15 minutes, then suspend in any desired position and sprinkle occasionally as required. Large balls, 5 inches and over in diameter, 40c each; 2 for 75c, postpaid; larger balls, 7 to 9 inches in diameter, 60c each; 2 for $1.00, postpaid.
Whitmanii Fern.
Superb Decorative Ferns
WHITMANII COMP ACTA— This is a condensed form of the “Ostrich Plume Fern,” with valuable characteristics added which are not evi- dent in the parent, the pinnae subdividing, making miniature frond ; which are superimposed on the main fronds, looking as if two or more were condensed in one. Graceful beyond description. AMERPOHLII (Philadelphia Lace Fern) — Fronds lace-like, dense and delicate.
SCOTTII — (Dwarf Boston Fern).
THE BOSTON FERN — Forms immense bushes of graceful, droopin ;
fronds, which grow from 2 to 5 feet long.
TEDDY JR. — New dwarf Fern. Fronds are broad and beautifully ta- pered from the base to the tip, drooping just enough to make a graceful plant. Produces nearly' four times as many fronds as any other Fern introduced. Compact, vigorous grower and thrives under most any condition.
ROOSEVELT — Resembles the Boston Fern, but produces many more fronds, thus making a handsomer and bushier plant ; in fact it today is more popular with the florists than the Boston ; it will makes a larger plant in a shoter time. The fronds are beautifully undulated giving it a very pretty rising effect that is seen in no other Fern.
JACKSONII FERN — Extremely strong-growing, forming a large bush.
MAIDENHAIR FERN (Adiantum cuneatum) — Has triangular foliage, on thin, wire-like stems.
WHITMANII — Rather dwarf with beautiful feathery fronds.
Price of all ferns in extra strong pot plants, 20c each; 6 for $1.00; large plants from 4- and 5-inch pots, 50c each, postpaid.
Asparagus Sprengeri
For pots, vases or hanging baskets. The long, slender branches droop most gracefully, clothed with feathery, emerald-green fronds.
Strong plants, 15c each; 4 for 50c; larger size, 20c, postpaid.
Asparagus Plumosus
Foliage surpasses a Maidenhair Fern ; in grace and finish resembles the finest lace. Elegant for cutting ; one of the best plants in our collection. 20c each : 3 for 50c,
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Hardy Perennial Phlox
See Color Plate, Inside Front Cover.
In no other variety of Hardy Perennials is there to be found so many diversified and brilliant colors as in the Hardy Phlox. There is no other variety of Hardy Perennials that are more desirable than these old-fashioned garden flowers. Colors range in all imaginable shades, from snow-white to a deep crimson, and an arrangement of color that is indescribable. Some are solid colors, some have a deep colored eye with the outer edge of petals of some lighter shade, some with a “halo” around the center or eye which makes an individual distinctiveness.
The continuous producing of these showy heads or panicles of such gorgeous colors makes a magnificent display and one anxiously awaited for by all flower lovers. Always in bloom, beginning in June and continuously until checked by frost. Perfectly hardy and increase in size and number year after year. If one has never had them a “set” would be a revela- tion and give more real pleasure than could be obtained from other plants costing much more.
We offer the leading and choicest varieties in cultivation. Strong, well-rooted plants, ure to grow and bloom the first year and each succeeding season.
Price, strong field-grown plants, 15c each; 4 for 50c; 9 for $1.00; one of each of the 20 varieties offered below, $2.25 postpaid. Still larger size, 20c each; 6 for $1.00.
Terre Neuve — Dwarf. Grayish lilac. Beranger — White, suffused pink.
Wolfgang von Goethe — Dwarf. Bright sal-BouIet de Feu — Dwarf, deep red.
mon pink.
Brilliant — Clear, blood-red.
L’Aiglon — Carmine-rose.
Mount Sully — Orange-scarlet, purple eye. Perle Rose — Rose-purple.
Schlossgartner Reicheneau — Carmine-rose. Selma — Tall. Pale rose.
Rachel — Crimson, pink eye.
Suffrage — Lilac-mauve, crimson eye.
Coquelicot — Pure scarlet, crimson eye. Diadem — Dwarf, pure white.
Eclaireur — Purplish crimson, large.
White Eclaireur — Large, pure white. Fernand Cortez — Tall. Rose-pink crimson
eye.
G. A. Strohlein — Brilliant scarlet-orange. Iris — Tall. Bluish violet.
Tapis Blanc — Dwarf. Pure white.
ft f fur The Rainbow Set of 10 Large Flower-
opeciai uirer ing> Hardy Phlox> postPaid for $1.00
For $1.00 we will send postpaid one of each of the 10 superb varieties illus- trated in colors on Inside Front Cover. Still larger size, field-grown plants, for $1.75. Order as the “Rainbow Set.”
Phlox.
LILY-OF-THE-VALLEY— One of the most admired of plants. Suc- ceeds in open ground in almost any situation. Strong-flowering crowns, grown exclusively for us in Germany. 5c each; 6 for 25c; 50c per dozen; 25 for $1.00, postpaid.
ZEPHYRANTHES (Zephyr Flower, or Fairy Lilies) — Beautiful dwarf, bulbous plant, very effective for borders, flowering freely during the summer. Also suitable for pot culture.
Alba — Pure white. 6c each ; 60c per dozen ; $4.00 per 100.
Rosea — Large rose-colored. 8c each; 75c per dozen; $6.00 per 100.
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Glorious Chrysanthemums
Price, except where noted, strong plants, 10c each;
6 for 50c; 12 for $1.00.
Chrysolora — One of the best yellow. Fine, incurved form, with perfect stem and foliage.
Black Hawk — Late. Dark velvety crimson-scarlet.
Early Snow — A pure early white, improved Polly Rose.
Golden Glow— Bright yellow, good stem and foliage.
Golden Wedding — Loosely incurved, bright yellow.
Jeannie Nonin — Pure white; largest size.
Lynnwood Hall — Japanese incurved, of perfect form, pu white, stiff stem and beautiful foliage.
Mile. Jeanne Rosette — Delicate shade of pink.
Pacific Supreme — Pink.
President Taft — Immense Japanese, incurved flowei purest white; early.
Robert Haliday — Yellow; tremendous size.
Silver Wedding — Noble. Color pure white.
Smith’s Advance — The earliest large flowering white, fine companion of Golden Glow.
Timothy Eaton — Most magnificent white.
Yellow Eaton — Bright yellow. Incurved petals, immen size, often measuring 6 to 8 inches.
Wm. Turner — A decided incurve of the purest whil Semi-dwarf. Fine form and strong grower.
Since the introduction of these lovely autumn- flower- ing plants into Europe, some two hundred years ago, they have been developed to a wonderful extent. Those who have in mind the small, old garden varieties can not imagine the exquisite beauty of the newer sorts. They produce enormous massive flowers of most beau-' tiful colors and perfect shape. Their culture is the easiest. Our collection contains the best and most beautiful of the newer varieties as well as the choicest of the standard sorts. We offer them at prices within the reach of all, as we would like to see them growing in every garden and in every home.
New and Rare Chrysanthemums
Standard Chrysanthemums
Prices, strong healthy plants, 10c each; 3 for 25c; 6 for 50c; $1.00 per dozen, postpaid.
Cremo — Light yellow; fine shape.
Dr. Enguehard — Beautiful true pink. Ball shape.
Estella — Large, creamy white. - Glory of the Pacific — Showy pink.
Ivory — The standard white.
John K. Shaw — Ball-shaped; pink.
Major Bonaffon — Golden yellow. Ball-shaped. Petals beautifully overlapping.
Maud Dean — Incurved, bright pink, with fine stem and foliage. Petals tipped white.
Miss Clay Frick — White sport from Wm. Duckham, pos- sessing the same good qualities. Dwarf.
Miss Minnie Bailey — Bright lavender pink. Ball shaped. Monrovia— Large ; yellow; very early.
Mrs. J. G. Whilden — One of the finest very early yellows. October Frost — Pure white; early.
Pink Ivory — Soft pearl-pink; magnificent.
White Bonaffon — Pure snow white. Beautiful shape.
Wm. Duckham — Extra large; pink.
Special Offer For $1.00 we will send to any ad- dress, postpaid, 20 Choice Chrysan- themums, our selection, distinct and different. You will not be disappointed by leaving the selection to us.
Eight Varieties
Chrysolora — One of the best yellow varieties for early Octo- ber. Fine incurved form with perfect stem and foliage up to the bloom.
Pacific Supreme — A beautiful shade of deep pink; flowers of immense size and excellent form. Blooms early. Flowers develop without fading. One of the best pinks.
President Roosevelt — Beautiful incurved form. Blush with darker center petals.
Ivory — The grandest of all whites. Midseason.
Mile. Jeanne Rosette — Delicate shade of pink. Immense blooms of magnificent form.
Early Snow — A pure white, improved Polly Rose. Magnificent form.
Golden Wedding — Loosely incurved petals of bright yellow. Beautiful shape and color.
Black Hawk — Darkest crimson scarlet. The only deep scarlet. Fine form and very large.
Special Offer One each of the eight beautiful “Mums”
— i- described above, postpaid, for 50c. Please
order as “Popular Set.”
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Prices of all Dahlias on this page, except where noted: Pot-grown
plants, purchaser’s selection, 15c each; 4 for 50c; $1.25 per dozen, postpaid.
Choice Dahlias
SPFPI AI OFFFR For $1.00 we will send postpaid by mail 18 of
v*fl 1 these Dahlias in strong pot plants, each one
labeled. No two alike. Some of each class.
These popular flowers are a great specialty with us and our collection contains the finest new and old varieties. Dahlias succeed in any soil or situation. They bloom pro- fusely, beginning about the first of August and continuing until killed by frost, producing flowers of magnificent form and exquisite colors. After blooming, the roots should be taken up and wintered in a dry cellar. Plant them freely. Their gorgeous flowers coming as they do, when almost all other flowers have vanished, will amply repay their trifling cost. A small collection will make a magnificent display.
Show Dahlias
A. D. LIVONI — Clear, bright pink; quilled petals; best pink Show Dahlia.
ARABELLA — One of the loveliest ; soft primrose, shaded and tipped rose.
PRINCESS VICTORIA — The finest pure yellow Show Dahlia in existence. Clear, pure canary yellow, without shade or blemish from bud to old age. Perfect form, on long, slender stems. An extremely early and profuse bloomer.
WHITE SWAN — Large, pure white. Reliable.
Cactus Dahlias
COUNTRY GIRL — Large, deep golden yellow, tipped bright amber. Beautifully incurved petals.
FRUTE — Soft salmon pink, shaded and tipped clear bright pink. This is the clearest and finest pink Cactus Dahlia, as the predominant color effect is clear, pure salmon pink.
GLORIOSA — Velvety crimson.
J. H. JACKSON — Very large, rich velvety maroon.
JULIET — Rosy pink, tinting lighter toward the center. Very large, with long, incurved petals.
KRIEMHILDE — Deep rosy pink, with lighter center. A distinct and valuable variety, as the flowers keep a long time after cutting.
MRS. GEORGE STEVENSON — Very large, clear canary yellow. The best yellow cactus.
THE PILOT — Yellow, heavily tipped bright terra cotta.
WHITE KRIEMHILDE— A new, pure white Kriemhilde, the best commercial white Cac- tus Dahlia. It is a strong, vigorous grower, and very profuse bloomer.
Fancy Dahlias
Century Dahlias
20TH CENTURY — Early in the season intense rosy crimson, shading to white at tips and base of petals ; but as the season advances the flowers open lighter, until by October they are nearly white, a bright pink blotch in the center of the petals.
GIGANTEA ALBA CENTURY — Snow white, of immense size, beautiful form ; produced in endless profusion on long, graceful stems. Height, 5 feet.
GLADYS CENTURY — The most distinct and beautiful' of this wonderful class. Center of petals rosy crimson, with rose pink band on either side, and white zone around the yellow center. Height, 3 feet.
GOLDEN CENTURY — The sensational golden yellow cut flower variety ; owing to its rich shades, immense size, long, slender, wiry stems and good keeping qualities. Color golden yellow shaded amber ; showing up gorgeously under artificial light. Height, 4 feet.
Decorative Dahlia.
ETHEL SCHMIDT — White, suffused pink, spotted and penciled crimson. Perfect form and produced in the greatest profusion on long, slender stems,
FERN LEAVED BEAUTY — Rich red tipped white, with fern-like foliage.
FRANK SMITH — Rich maroon, tipped white.
UNCERTAINTY — Color varies from blush pink to dark red, with all the intermediate variations, no two flowers alike.
Decorative Dahlias
CLIFFORD W. BRUTON — Very large, clear canary yellow.
DOROTHY PEACOCK — The flowers are of large, size, exquisite form, while the color is beautiful, clear, live pink.
GOLDEN WEDDING — A giant in flower and plant. This is probably the largest of all Dahlias, while the color is that deep golden yellow found in the Golden Wedding Chrysanthemum.
GRAND DUKE ALEXIS — White edged lavender, quilled petals.
JACK ROSE — The best crimson for garden or cutting; that brilliant crim- son red that makes the “Jack” Rose so popular, and suggested the name-
MRS. J. GARDNER CASSATT — A new rose pink decorative Dahlia that has attracted the greatest attention. The flowers are of immense size and borne abundantly on long stems.
MRS. ROOSEVELT— Very large, soft pink.
NYMPHAEA — One of the most delicately beautiful. White, suffused shrimp pink.
SYLVIA — Deep pink tinting to flesh pink at center ; large, perfect form, on long stiff stems. One of the best for cutting or garden.
SPFf*I A I OFFFR F°r 50c we will send you, postpaid, 8 of Ol L.vmL. VJ1 1 the stron& pot plants, each different, all
labeled.
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Magnificent Collection of Dahlias
4 Superb Varieties sent postpaid for 50c
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^‘Superb Collection” of Five f Great Roses
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For 75c we will send postpaid one each of the
■ five superb varieties here illustrated in good,
■ strong well-rooted plants of the first size; for \$ 1.75 we will send you one each of the five in ■two-year-old plants by express. All grown on jown roots. See description page 5.