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HOLLYHOCKS — EIGHT VARIETIES
SEE PACE 40
State Capitol, Helena, Montana
TO OUR PATRONS:
As the above picture represents the center of authority in the state, so is THE STATE NURSERY & SEED CO. of Helena, Mont., recognized as the dependable center of authority and the last word in everything pertaining to the requirements of the Rancher — the Farmer — and the Gardener, not only in Montana, but in the entire North, west.
Established 1890 — with TWENTY-SEVEN YEARS of square dealing with our customers, TWENTY-SEVEN YEARS of continuous test and experiment as to what is suitable for this latitude and altitude, have built up and held a clientele that is still rapidly growing and expanding.
With our large new store — our new and commodious fireproof seed warehouse — now in full operation, with every modern convenience installed for the expeditious hand- ling of business, with specialists in charge of their several departments, we are in a posi- tion to care for the largest as well as the smallest orders.
The Nursery and Greenhouse departments have also kept pace with the other de- partments— FIFTY-FOUR greenhouses — approximating 200,000 square feet of glass, unlimited nursery resources for Ornamental and Shade trees — Fruit trees — Flowering shrubs and Hardy perennials, extensive seed trial grounds — to all of which visitors are most cordially welcomed.
Our claim— EVERYTHING FOR THE FARM AND GARDEN will be
more than substantiated by a careful perusal of the following pages.
Correspondence in English, German or Scandinavian.
STATE NURSERY & SEED CO., Inc.
Directors: T. E. MILLS, Pres, and Gen. Mgr.
CONRAD KOHRS WALTER CARD, Sec. and Treas.
W. E. MI-LLS and Mgr. Seed Department.
T. E. MILLS J. W. JACKSON, Wholesale Dept.
at Greenhouses and Nursery.
SECTION OF NOMENCLATURE
THIS ISSUE CANCELS ALL PREVIOUS ISSUES
PLANT DEPARTMENT
The steady growth of our Greenhouse Department to meet the demands of our customers, together with the increasing number of vo’untarily tendered testimonials which we are receiving, constitute a positive guar- antee that Montana grown products are the best for this section.
PLANTS BY EXPRESS
We always advise express for plants because we can send larger plants this way than by mail. Unless instructed to the contrary, we send pot grown plants in their pots, but it saves expressage to ship without pots, not merely because of the lessened weight, but by reason of the special discount allowed by the express com- panies on plants out of pots; so if you want plants without pots, please say so, and when received, customers should see that they get the special discount of 20 per cent from the ordinary rate.
IMPORTANT
PLEASE REMEMBER THAT THE CUSTOMER PAYS THE EXPRESS, FREIGHT OR POSTAGE ON EVERYTHING IN THIS CATALOGUE UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.
PARCELS POST
Most plants can be sent by parcels post, and the smaller trees and shrubs also. Wherever possible we have given postpaid prices. We cannot, however, be held responsible after delivery to the postoffice, and we must in all cases be the judge of the best method of shipment.
All Orders are acknowledged the day they are received by us
If you do not receive ycur order as quickly as you feel that it should arrive, please to remember — that all orders are filled in rotation — that possibly your order is a little early and some part of it is not quite ready to ship, or the weather may be too cold to ship with safety, etc., etc.
In writing with reference to an order, ALWAYS refer to the number furnished you on card acknowl- edging the order.
PREPAID ORDERS
Our prepaid and club system is simplicity itself, and is an unparalleled offer to our customers. For every order amounting to $5.00 accompanied by the cash, you may select Plants, Shrubs or trees to the amount of $6.00 at the prepaid catalog prices, and we will prepay the order to your address by express, or in the case of large orders and trees, by freight, to your given railroad point.
CLUB ORDERS
The prepaid plan outlined above is the basis for our club orders, and affords our lady friends a splendid opportunity to secure a substantial order without any monetary cost. In club orders — each order must be written separately with the name attached. Each order is wrapped separately, with the name attached, and all the orders are packed in one shipment, and prepaid to the address of the party sending the order. In no case will we deliver club orders to the separate individuals.
CATALOGUES ISSUED
JANUARY 1st. — Our complete general catalogue, covering everything for the Farm and Garden — profusely illustrated. (This one.)
EASTER - — A special Flower and Plant List, of Plants and Cut Flowers for Easter decorations and remembrances to friends.
FALL — SEPT. 15 — A catalogue of Dutch, French and other bulbs, for fall planting, winter plants for the house. Shade, Ornamental and Fruit Trees.
CHRISTMAS — A special list of Plants, Cut Flowers, Evergreens, suitable for Xmas decorations, and remembrances of the joyful occasion to your friends.
A postcard will bring ycu any of these in its season.
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2 PLANTS ( Continued.) State Nursery AND Seed Co.
AGERATUM (Mauve Beauty.)
AGERATUM.
Mauve Beauty — A most desirable dwarf border bedding plant.
Each, 10c; doz., $1.00; postpaid, each 15c; doz. $1.15
ALOYSIA CITRIODORA.
Lemon Verbena — An old favorite and should be in every garden. Lemon scented foliage.
Each, 15c and 25c; postpaid, 20c and 30c
ALYSSUM.
Little Dorritt — A single Sweet Alyssum, of great value for borders and small beds.
Each 5c; doz., 50c
Each (Postpaid) 10c; doz., 60c
ALYSSUM.
Double — An excellent variety for borders, window boxes, urns or borders.
Each 10c: doz.. $1.00
Each (Postpaid) 15c; doz.. $1.15
Antirrhinum.
ANTIRRHINUM (Snapdragon.)
A very desirable and satisfactory plant for the garden, a very free bloomer and excellent for cutting. Colors white, pink, yellow and red.
Pot plants each 10c; doz., $1.00
Pot plants (Postpaid) each.... 15c; doz., $1.15
Seedlings (mixed) dozen 35c
Seedlings (mixed, postpaid) doz 40c
ANTHURIUM.
A beautiful decorative plant for the window or con- servatory. Has large dark metallic leaves, ranging from 20 to 30 inches long by 6 to 12 inches wide. Large red or pink flowers borne on long stiff stems well above the foli- age and lasting from three to six months.
Each 50c to $3.00
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ABUTILON (Flowering Maple.)
A very desirable free-flowering plant for house culture. Succeeds under usual care and always presents a fresh appearance.
Snowdrift — The best white.
Vrthur Belsham —
Orange Red.
Pink Beauty — Pale
pink.
Savitzi — A variegat- ed foliage Abutil-
on.
lolden Fleece — Pure yellow.
VI rs. Laing — Sofl Pink.
Crusader — A brilliant red.
Each,
3-in., 4-in., 5-in.,
15c, 25c, 35c.
Each (Postpaid), 3-in., 4-in., 5-in.,
20c, 35c, 45c.
Sweet Alyssum.
AMARYLLIS.
Johnsonii — A most popular bulbous plant responding read- ily to house culture, and bearing large lily-like flowers of bright crimson striped with a creamy white.
Each 35c and 50c; postpaid 45c and 60c.
AGAVE (Century Plant.)
We have a choice stock of this favorite.
Each 25c to $2.00
Helena, Montana.
PLANTS— (Continued.) 3
ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI.
Of great value for hanging baskets and for cutting. Of very easy culture requiring good soil and free watering.
Each 15c, 25c, 50c
Each (Postpaid) 20c, 30c, 60c
Late Branching Aster.
ASTERS.
Our strains of Asters are unsurpassed by any, and are prize-winners whenever exhibited. Sturdy plants of the early mid-season and late branching varieties. Colors: Pink, Shell-pink, Red, White Lavender and Purple. Ready May 10. Doz. 35c; (Postpaid) 40c
ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS.
Asparagus Plumosus (Asparagus Fern.) — Owinar to its graceful foliage and ease of culture, this is perhaps more in demand than any other house plant. We grow these in thousands. The smaller plants listed are the right size for Table Dishes, while the larger are suitable for Jardinieres, etc.
Each 15c and 25c
Each (Postpaid) 20c and 35c
Larger plants by exp. 50c and $1.00 each.
4 PLANTS— (Continued.)
State Nursery and Seed Co.
ARAUCARIA (Norfolk Island Pine.)
Araucaria Excelsa.
This is much liked owing to the ease with which it can be grown and moreover it grows to a large size — highly or- namental. A splendid Xmas gift.
Nicely grown plants, each $1.00 to $2.00
Aspidistra.
The “one” plant that will grow for those who have “no luck” with plants. Invaluable for hall or porch decoration. Lurida — A beautiful green-leaved variety.
Lurida Variegata — Green background striped with white.
Each $1.00 and $1.50
Each (Postpaid) $1.25 and $1.75
AZALEA.
(Season December to March.) Undoubtedly the most showy winter plant grown. Its large flowers and dark green foliage are beyond description. Pink, White, Red and variegated.
Each $1.50 to $2.50
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Do not overlook our prepaid offer and the club plan
outlined on page 1, for Plants , Shrubs, Trees
And also note the special premium offer
on the introductory page of seed department of this catalog.
Helena, Montana.
PLANTS— (Continued.) 5
BEGONIAS
Begonias are one of the best known and most popular house plants today. With their magnificent range of colors both in bloom and foliage, and many of them of the most floriferous na- ture even under adverse conditions, it is little wonder that they are in such great demand. Our collection embraces the best varieties known to the trade.
Gloire de Lorraine.
i'uuei'Oib niegomas.
Tuberous Begonias are the most prolific bloomers with the largest flowers of any of the genus. The range of colors is be- wildering, of wonderful value for summer decoration, and easy culture. Plants each, 35c and 50c. Tubers each, postpaid, 10c.
FIBROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS.
Alba Picta Rosea — Dark green foliage spotted with silver; flow- ers pink.
Argenta Guttata — Brilliant bronze green foliage spotted with white and white flowers.
Bertha de C. Rocher — A handsome sort, with bright deep pink
bloom.
Childsii — Beautiful glossy fol.age, white flowers.
Dewdrop — Pure white and an ever-bloomer.
Erfordii — Flowers rosy carmine, and always in bloom.
Incarnata Grandiflora — Pink, a winter bloomer.
Luminosa — Brilliant dark scarlet and a constant flowering variety. Marguerite — Flowers salmon pink, foliage a bronze and green. Metallica — Velvety foliage, rosy white bloom.
Rubra — Deep coral pink flowers, and one of the best for house culture.
Thurstonii — Rosy white flowers, foliage a bronze and green.
Any of the above varieties, each 15c, 25c and 50c. Postpaid, 20c, 35c and 60c.
Glorie de Chattelaine — A recent acquisition of great merit, with rosy pink flowers, produced in great profusion. A wonderful Xmas Begonia.
Glorie de Lorraine — Another splendid Xmas Begonia covering itself with a mass of exquisite and delicate pink blossoms. Price — Chattelaine and Lorraine — each 25c and 50c. Postpaid 35c and 60c
Begonia Rex.
BEGONIA REX.
Painted Leaf Begonias.
Kaiser Wilheim — Deep velvety green leaf with darker edge.
Mrs. A. G. Shephard — Silver leaves marked with other pretty shades.
Walter Lamb — Rich green and silvery white. Magnifica — A beautiful bronze.
Each, 25c, 35c; postpaid 35c. 45c
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BELLIS — (See Daisies Page 11.)
BOUGAINVILLEA (Sanderiana.)
This variety bears rosy blossoms in abundance. Each, 25c; postpaid 30c
BROWALLI A— (Amethyst.)
A well known and very free flowering plant, literally cov- ering itself with rich blue flowers, and continuously in bloom.
Each, 15c; postpaid - 20c
CANARYBIKD VINE.
The demand for this lovely climber is always a large :on< owing to its great suitability for porches and trellises. Most persons prefer plants well started to the uncertainty of seeds planted out of doors.
Each - 5c; do/. 50c
Each (Postpaid) - 10c; do/.. 60c
CANNAS
These wonderful bedding plants are too little known in this section. No plant wh.ch can be used in Montana will make the display that a well grown bed of Gannas will, if only planted early as the late frosts will allow, and given a liberal supply of water and manure, in a sunny exposure. Their gorgeous coloring of bloom, with the tropical effect of foliage, are unrivaled.
Florence Vaughan — Golden yellow, spotted red.
Madam Crozy — Scarlet with golden edge, dwarf.
King Humbert — Orange scarlet, with deep bronze foliage.
One of the finest Gannas extant.
Louisiana— A beautiful scarlet, very tall.
Burbank — Clear yellow, green foliage.
Chas. Henderson — Deep crimson, standard bedder.
Prince Weid — Fiery velvety blood red.
Professor Rodenwaldt— Large and effective, deep crimson
scarlet.
Each 25c; postpaid .30c
Dozen, $2.50; postpaid $2.75
For the convenience of those who desire a selected bed of these plants we offer:
Ganna Bed No. 1, for bed 5 feet in d.ameter:
3 Chas. Henderson for center.
9 Burbank for second row.
12 Madam Crozy for outside row.
The 24 Cannas prepaid for $5.00.
Canna Bed No. 2, for bed 7 feet in diameter:
3 Florence Vaughn for center.
12 Chas. Henderson for second row.
21 Madam Crozy for outside row.
The 36 Cannas prepaid for $7.50.
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These selections cannot be changed.
CENTAUREA (Dusty Miller.)
An excellent border plant and often remains in good con- dition right to the middle of November.
Each 10c; doz., $1.00
Each (Postpaid) 15c; doz., $1.15
CARNATIONS
Carnations.
Carnations are today the most popular flower grown in this country, and are more in demand for cut flowers than any other. Something of the enormous demand for these flowers may be gathered by our readers when it is realized that we devote one entire range of glass — requiring about '50,000 plants to fill the beds, to the production of this flower alone, to supply the wants of our customers. The following list comprises the cream of these fragrant flowers.
CARNATIONS— White.
Matchless. — Well named The Matchless White. Flowers extra large and wonderfully fragrant.
White Wonder — “The largest and most productive white,” and very popular.
CARNATIONS— Scarlet.
Beacon — One of the best scarlet Carnations we know of. Gorgeous — Superb, glowing crimson, suffused with bril- liant vermillion; edges of petals rosy cerise.
Belle Washburn — A beautiful brilliant red.
Nebraska — A wonderful scarlet carnation.
CARNATIONS— Pink.
Alice — A beautiful shade of clear blush pink; flowers when fully developed 3 to 3% inches.
Pink Sensation — Very large color a soft pink.
Mrs. C. W. Ward — Deep pink.
Good Cheer — Bright pink.
Enchantress — Salmon pink.
Rosette — A clear pink.
Philadelphia — The ideal rose pink Carnation. Ideal in coloi productiveness and size of bloom.
Benora — Variegated variety, white, marked with red, long, stiff, erect stems, with large blossoms.
Any of the above varieties:
Each, 15c; postpaid 20c
Doz., $1.50; postpaid.... $1.65
Large blooming plants, 25c and 50c
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PLANTS — ( Continued .) 7
CHRYSANTHEMUMS
THE EXCLAMATION POINTS OF NATURE.
Owing to the early frosts of this section, it is impractical to grow these most beautiful of all fall plants to maturity. But they can be most successfully and easily grown in the garden until September, when they should be lifted and potted. Then in the house, they will give a wealth of bloom and beauty that will far more than repay you for the slight trouble entailed in their cultivation and a care- ful selection of varieties will insure the lover of these flowers a glor.ous display until Christmas.
FANCY SINGLE VARIETIES.
These fill a unique position in that they come between the larger standard varieties and the pompons.
Emilie — A soft rose pink and lasts well.
Sylvia Slade — Rosy garnet, with broad white ring around the disc.
Peter Pan — Star shaped, of a delicate fawn color. Ladysmith — Earliest of all singles foliage small, which is completely covered with a prof us. on of deep rose pink blossoms. The ideal pot plant.
Merstham White — Blossoms as large as Shasta Daisy, on beautifully arranged sprays in snowy-white with yellow disc.
Mary Richardson — Has color like sunshine on old gold, with a salmon, bronzy tinge.
M. J. Carlisle — Pure white with long, stiff stems.
Ena Reimers — Beautiful terra-cotta shade, good stiff stems. Alexander Rowbottom — Deep bright crimson.
Mensa — Purest white; a splendid variety.
Pink Beauty — Beautiful pink; very handsome variety.
W. Buckingham — A grand, vigorous pmk.
Golden Mensa — Quite new and proving popular.
POM-PON CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
Small flowering and valuable for cutting. Make dainty and picturesque house plants, the masses of blooms being pink, white, yellow and bronze. They flower in the house from October to December; can be grown and flowered outdoors in summer and roots lifted in fall for the house. We have the following varieties:
Baby — Miniature yellow; flowers half inch in diameter. Elva — Choicest white pompon.
Acto — Bright rose.
Black Douglas — Rich red.
Klondike — A favorite yellow.
Helen Newberry — White.
Mrs. Frank Beu — The favorite of all the Pom-pons. Color a reddish yellow.
EARLY FLOWERING VARIETIES.
(Especially Adapted for Pot Plants.)
Kathleen Thompson — Crimson.
Source d’Orr — Orange, shaded gold.
Butlers Caprice — Rosy pink.
Lilac Cap — Deep lilac.
White Cap — Pure white.
Yellow Cap — Pure yellow.
Prices for all Chrysanthemums— Plants ready March
to July 15c each; doz... $1.50
Postpaid, each 20c; doz., $1.65
Type of Large Flowering Varieties.
LARGE FLOWERING VARIETIES.
Pink Gem — An exhibition variety of a splendid soft, pleas- ing pink. Refined in effect with splendid foliage. Virginia Poehlmann — One of the earliest varieties. White with delicate shading of pink in center.
Golden Glow — A pretty golden shade, flowers from six to eight inches across. October.
Alice Byron — Medium white. November.
White Ivory — Dwarf pink. November.
A. J. Balfour — Dwarf deep pink. November.
Chadwick — Christmas flowering; white tinged with pink. Golden Chadwick — Lovely golden yellow; a new variety.
Christmas flowering.
October Sunshine — Yellow.
Comoleta — A very clear bright yellow; fine early pot plant. Maj. Bonniffon — A beautiful incurved, glossy yellow. One of the best.
August Dasse — Golden yellow, strong stems.
White Chieftain — Large incurved white. November.
D. B. Crane — Yellow, large flowers reflexed. November. Gertrude Peers — Crimson, large and grows in bushy form. Chrysalora — A large incurved, yellow; strong and robust. Chas. Razar — A fine large white, splendid stem and foliage. Pattie — A very delicate pleasing shade of pink.
Wells Late Pink — Light pink. One of the finest.
W. H. Lincoln — A clear yellow; strong, stiff stems.
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State Nursery and Seed Co.
We can supply magnificent specimens of this elegant house plant in bloom from December to April. A most beautiful gift plant in a rich variety of color.
Each 35c and 50c
Each (Postpaid) 45c and 65c
Cissus Discolor.
CISSUS DISCOLOR.
A climber with beautiful variegated foliage. Very de- sirable for the house.
Each 25c
COREA SCANDENS.
The Cohea vine is one of the best of our climbers, grow- ing to a height of 8 to 10 feet. Purple seems to be more in demand, but where planted in large numbers we suggest an intermingling of the white variety.
Each 10c
Doz $1.00
Each, from 3-inch
pots (Postpaid)
15c; dozen, $1.15.
CREEPING CHARLIE (Linaria. Kenilworth Ivy.)
A beautiful creep- er suitable for bas- kets, vases, trailing around the window, or rock work.
Each 10c
Postpaid 15c
CUPHEA.
Platycentra (Cigar Plant.)
Plant is covered with bright scarlet flowers and makes a very attractive house plant. The plants are useful for vases or basket decora- tions. Each 10c: doz. $1.00. Each (post- paid), 15c; doz. $1.15.
Cyclamen.
Cyperus Alternifolius.
COLEUS.
This well known foliage plant is adapted for both bedding and window purposes. Fancy Varie- ties — Col- lection of 6 varieties in beau t iful shades of c r i m s o n, velvety ma- roon and yellow.
Each 15c
Postpaid -20c Collection of
6 75c
Postpaid ..85c Larger plants at 25c
CYCLAMEN
U n equaled winter flow- ering plants, of great beauty of fol- i a g e and bloom. Of easy culture in bloom from late fall to early spring. One of the finest plants for a winter gift that can be selected. Plants in bloom from November to March 1st., each 50c, $1, $1.50 and $2. Colors: Red.
pink, salmon pink, white. Dormant or semi - dor- mant bulbs. March 1st to June 1. Each 25c and 50c.
CYPERUS
ALTERNI-
FOLIUS—
(Umbrella
Plant) An unusual- ly fine plant for decora- tive purposes of extremely easy culture. R e q u i re s plenty of wa- ter, and may be grown as a semi-aqua- tic.
Each 20c to 60c.
Postpaid 25c to 60c.
Helena, Montana.
PLANTS — ( Continued .) 9
DAHLIAS
The list of these exquisite and free flowering plants which we offer,' is composed of the sorts which we have found after careful test to be best suited to this climate. In case the stock of dormant roots is exhausted, of some varieties, we' supply good strong plants from 4-inch pots. In many sections these are used almost exclusively.
CULTURE.
Plant in a well drained position and where they will re- ceive the greatest amount of sun. The soil should be made loose and a liberal amount of fertilizer added before plant- ing. Well decayed stable manure is very satisfactory as a fertilizer. Do not set out plants until all danger of frost is over. This should be specially noted in the case of potted plants. Dahlias should be lifted immediately after the first killing frost and stored in a cool place over winter.
(For Price of Dahlias Sre Page 11.)
THREE BEAUTIFUL DAHLIAS.
1 — Cactus Dahlia — Tos Abelin.
2 — Decorative Dahlia — Lucy Fawcett.
3 — Decorative Dahlia — Kaiserin Augusta Victoria.
CACTUS DAHLIAS.
These are of a lighter formation and much used for cut flowers.
Sparkler — Very bright scarlet.
Spitfire — A fiery scarlet.
Kreimhilda — Free bloomer: pink with white center.
Mrs. J. P. Mace — Delicate blush pink and early bloomer. Shooting Star — Pure yellow with very fine form. Brunhilda — Dark maroon.
Jamaica — Rich plum color.
J. H. Jackson — The best Dahlia yet out: almost black. Harbor Light — Orange red overlaid with flame color.
Tos Abelin — A brilliant fiery red: a fine, large, refined flower of perfect incurved form; produced in the great- est profusion on long stiff stems. A fine cut flower. Earl of Pembroke — Bright plum color. Very fine.
Genl. Buller — Rich velvety crimson tipped white.
St. Catherine — Deep golden yellow, shaded red.
CACTUS- DAHLIAS— (Cont.)
Snowquee n —
Pure snowy white, very fine.
G o 1 d 1 a nd — A
primrose yel- low of great merit,.
Jealousy — Yel- low shaded or- ange, of extra value.
S c h neekoinigen
— Pure glisten- ing white, with most perfectly arranged pet- als. A very valuable vari- ety for cut flowers.
Sparker — Cactus Type.
PEONY-FLOWERED DAHLIAS.
This beautiful type has large artistic flowers, best com- pared to the semi-double peonies in general form. They all flower very freely and are borne on long strong stems, making excellent material for cutting, and delightfully fragrant.
Queen Wilhelmina — Immense large while.
Rheingau — Showy brilliant scarlet.
Geisha — The showiest and most attractive of this type yet ■introduced; of an effective and rich combination of scar- let and gold.
Glory of Baarn — Soft pink.
La Rainte — Charming lavender pink.
P. W. Jansen — Rosy salmon overlaid with yellow.
Queen Emma — Pink, inner petals banded with gold.
Queen Wilhelmina — Peony Flowered Type.
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Storm King — Decorative Type.
SHOW AND DECORATIVE DAHLIAS.
Mrs. Winters — Pure snow white; very large. Storm King — White; one of the best. Gettysburg — Deep glowing scarlet; large, bold. A. D. Livoni — Light p.nk; very fine for cutting. Le Phare — Rich red.
Kaiserin Augusta Victoria — The first of the decorative sorts Lo come into flower of medi- um size, good form and pure white color. Oban — Clear pink; profuse bloomer.
Clifford W. Bruton — Large bright yellow.
Capt. of Maroon — The leader in its color.
Jack Rose — The best red of all.
Meteor — Deep red; fine form.
Maid of Kent — Cherry red; tipped with white. Lucy Fawcett — Pale yellow, striped with pink. Arabella — Pink, suffused with lemon yellow. Mrs. Dexter — Large orange red.
Elegans — Beautiful large' magenta.
Jack Rose — Decorative Type.
Perle de la Tete d’or —
White faintly veined with lavender. One of the best.
For Price of Dahlias see next page
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Souvenir de Gustav Dcozen — One of the largest Dahlias grown. Specimen flowers of this vari- ety have been pro- duced measuring 9 inches in diameter. Orange red in color, and of perfect form.
John Walker — A splendid white of exceptional value.
Robert Mahar — A per- fect flower, very full, and clear red in color.
Maid of Kent — Decorative Type.
Oban — Decorative Type.
Helena, Montana.
PLANTS — (Continued.) 1 1
DAHLIAS — (Continued.)
DAISIES.
Beilis Perennis — English Daisy.
Dahlia — Rheingau. Peony Flowered Type.
PRICE OF DAHLIAS.
1-year-old roots each 25c. Postpaid, 30c.
Plants from 4-inch pots each 20c. Postpaid, 25c. Plants from 3-inch pots each 15c. Postpaid, 20c.
Daisies.
Like Pansies — the Daisies for beds or borders in the gar- den or cemetery are very much in demand. Blooming plants in pink or white ready May 1st.
Dozen 50c
Dozen (Postpaid) ...60c
ECHEVERIA.
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS.
For those of our customers who are desirous of a selec- tion of real merit, we offer the following superb collec- tions:—
1 each of the following six decorative Dahlias: Gettys- burg, A. D. Livoni, Capt. of Maroon, Le Phare, Maid of Kent, Elegans. 1-year-old roots, postpaid, for only $1.50.
1 each of the following six Cactus Dahlias: Sparkler,
Kremhilda, Spitfire, Mrs. J. P. Mace, Brunhilda, Harbor Light. 1-year-old roots, postpaid for only $1.50.
1 each of the following seven Peony flowered Dahlias: Queen Wilhelmina, Reingau, Geisha, La Rainte, Glory of Baarn, P. W. Jansen, Queen Emma.
The set of seven from 3-inch pots for only 75c. Post- paid, 90c.
DRACAENA (Indivisa.)
Tropical looking foliage and /exten- sively used in out- door vases or porch.
Each, 25c, 35c, $1.00 Postpaid, 35c 50c,
and $1.25.
DUSTY MILLER See Centaurea —
Page 6. Dracaena Indivisa.
(Hen and Chickens.)
Extensively used as a border plant, and an old-time
favorite.
Each 15c; dozen $1.50
Each (Postpaid) 20c; dozen .$1.65
FARFUGIUM GRANDE.
Its large circular leaves thickly spotted with creamy white and yellow, make it wonderfully effective for room or window decorations. Responds readily to house culture.
Each 25c and 50c
Each (Postpaid) 35c and 60c
Do You Desire a fine Lawn?
Note our Rocky Mountain Lawn Grass Seed iri^Seed Department
and write for our Pamphlet on Preparation For, and Care of Lawns.
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FERNS
Ferns occupy a unique position in the decorative world and are most deservedly growing in popularity.
We are devoting especial attention to the production of these plants, and from the list we offer, the most critical lover of ferns cannot fail to meet their requirements.
One of Our Fern Houses.
Adiantum Cuneatum.
Adiantum Cuneatum — The true Maiden Hair Fern. One of the handsomest Ferns in existence, and well known from its great use in bridal bouquets.
Each 15c and 30c
Each (Postpaid) 20c and 40c
Adiantum Gupillus Veneris — The hardy Maiden Hair Fern. A most useful and pretty Fern for outdoor rockeries and shady corners.
Each 15c and 40c
Each (Postpaid) 20c and 40c
Aspidium Tussimense — A great favorite for Fern dishes, and one of the best.
Each 15c and 30c
Each (Postpaid) 20c and 40c
Asplenum Nidus Avis — Birds Nest Fern — During the past three years, this Fern has attained a wonderful degree of popularity. Its bright glossy and broad green fronds often attaining a length of two to three feet, make it a most attractive decorative fern, of a most unique appearance.
Each $1.00
Aspidium Tsussimense.
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Boston Fern.
Nephrolepis Bostoniensis — (Boston Fern) This is the gen- eral favorite with all lovers of house Ferns. More plants of this one variety have been sold than of any other one variety, and the demand is still increasing. To meet the constant demand for plants suitable for presentation to friends, we have a “SPECIAL” in this type.
Each 25c, 35c, 50c, 75c, $1.00, $1.50
Postpaid 35c, 45c, 60c, 85c, $1.20 $1.75
SPECIAL — For presents, each $2.50
Nephrolepis Whitmanii — The improved Ostrich-Plume Fern and a very splendid subject to grow into specimen plants. Of a very feathery and graceful appearance. Each 25c, 35c, 75c, $1.50 and $2.50
Cyrtomium Falcatum — (Holly Fern.)
Nephrolepis Teddy, Jr. — A dwarf Boston, drooping just enough to make a shapely plant.
Each $L00
Nephrolepis Elegantissima (The Tarrytown) — Another fancy Boston and a very valuable edition where fine foliage is desired.
Each 25c, 35c 75c, $1.50 and $2.50
Crytomium Falcatum — The popular Holly Fern. Very suit- able for Fern Dishes and makes a perfect specimen plant. The leaves are thick and a beautiful holly-green color. Each, 15c, 30c; postpaid 20c and 40c
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FERN
DISHES
We always carry a large supply of Ferns suitable for Fern Dishes, and can fill any dish either with as- sorted Ferns or any one variety as ordered. If the choice be left to us, we will fill the dish with the ferns most suitable.
Prices according to size of dish and number of Ferns used.
Usually
from 75c to $1.50
We also carry a complete stock of Fern Dishes.
Nephrolepis Elegantissma.
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Pteris Wimsetti — A beautiful crested variety.
Each, 15c and 30c; postpaid, 20c and 40c. Pteris Adiantoides — Something out of the ordi- nary. Much used for Fern dishes.
Each, 15c and 30c; postpaid, 20c and 40c Polypodium Aureum — (Rabbits Foot Fern) — An old favorite, of very easy culture tall grow- ing and very graceful.
Each 15c, 25c, 50c, $1.00, $2.00
Postpaid 25c, 35c, 65c
The larger sizes by express only.
HARDY FERNS.
Strong roots of these beautiful native hardy Ferns in variety, gathered on the main range of the Rockies. Unequaled for outdoor rocker- ies and shady corners.
Each, postpaid 50c
Pteris Serrulata Crestatla.
Pteris Serrulata Crestata— A crested type of Serrulata and very at- tractive.
Each 25c and 30c
Each (Postpaid) i 20c and 40c
Pteris Serrulata — Very ornamental.
Each 15c and 30c
Postpaid 20c and 40c
Pteris Alba Lineata — Cream striped foliage.
Each 15c- and 30c
Postpaid - - - 20c and 40c
Ficus Elastica.
FICUS— (Rubber plant.)
Ficus Elastica — Admirable for the house and easily taken care of.
Each 50c, 75c and $1.00
Larger specimens, $2.00 and $3.00
Ficus Pandurata — (Fiddle Leaved Rub- ber). Another species of Rubber, of wonderful appearance. Splendid house plant. Each $1.00 and $2.00
Pteris Tremula.
Pteris Tremula (Lace Fern) — Splendid for the house.
Each, 15c and 30c; postpaid 20c and 40c
Ficus Repens — Trailing plant very suit- able for hanging baskets. A beautiful climber for unsightly indoor green-
house walls.
Each, in 4-inch pots 25c
Postpaid 35c
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FEVERFEW.
(Pyretheum.)
Another old favorite, blooming continuously through the summer and fall, with double white flowers. Very freely produced.
Each .....: 10c; doz., $1.00
Postpaid 15c; doz., $1.15
FORGET-ME-NOT.
(Mysostis Palustris.)
This is an improved strain of this old favorite, and wonderfully free flowering.
Each 15c; doz., $1.50
Postpaid, each 20c; doz., $1.65
Chas. Blanc — Deep red and rose, single.
FUSCH1AS.
A favorite with our grandmothers, and a fav- orite still. With their wonderful combinations of color and free flowering proclivities, they are also of very easy house cul- ture, and may be depend- ed upon to bloom all sum- mer. The following named varieties are the best known to the trade. Black Prince — Red single.
Forget-Me-Not.
Lustre — White and scar- let, single.
Feverfew.
Mrs. Marshall— White and r-ose single.
Mrs. E. G. Hill— White and red.
Phenomenal — Red and purple, large double.
Speciosa — Red tube, corolla dark red, single.
Trophee — Double purple corol- la, crimson tube and sepals.
Little Beauty — Beautiful red sepals with purple corolla, single.
Lord Byron — Single variety, superb shades of red and deep purple.
Tenner — Very red sepals with light purple corolla.
White Beauty — Red sepals with white corolla, single.
Fuschia — Black Prince.
GENISTA FRAGRANS.
A simply beautiful and highly fragrant early spring blooming plant, of bushy habit and extremely free flowering nature. The flowers are yel- low, of small pea flower shape, and borne in spikes which almost cover the plant. In great demand for Easter decoration.
Each 25c, 50c, $1.00
Postpaid 35c, 60c
Large sizes by express only.
Each 15c; doz., $1.50
Each (Postpaid) ....25c Dozen (Postpaid) $1.65
Larger plants, 25c, 35c and 50c
Fuschia — Little Beauty.
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GERANIUMS
The following list of these popular plants both for house use and bedding purposes will be found to contain only the best and most desirable varieties known. We are constantly testing and trying out new varieties, and anly when we have proved them suitable for this section dojwe add them to our list.
One of Our Many Geranium Houses.
Red Wing — Bright scarlet, striking bedder good for cutting. S. A. Nutt — Dark crimson, the best bedder of all. A great demand for this every year.
Divinite — Orange red; thick heavy foliage.
Flamme Pointivine — Rose vermilion, large blooms.
Jean Madeline — Fine light rose color.
Jean Viand — Grand pink bedder.
Le Bardie — Genuine Watermelon color, extraor- dinary bedder.
Madonna — Snow white, good bedder.
M. Paul Blondeau — Bright rose, very large flower.
(Single Varieties.)
Col. Gillan — Bright scarlet maroon, markings very brilliant.
Gen. Wolseley — Rosy scarlet, showy and effective. Gen. L. Wood — Bright rose crimson, profuse bloomer.
Mine. L. Moyot — White center, vermilion border. Mme. J. Cibiel — Salmon pink, white eye and bor- der
Mme. P. Morlan — Rosy Salmon, free bloomer. Mme. Chapeton — Bright rose p.nk with beau- tiful white markings.
Michele Savery — Salmon pink, shading to white. Sentinel — Dark crimson, round flowers. Scavamouche — Salmon, shading to white at tip of petals.
Vermilion — Large brilliant flowers.
Vera Oulianesk — White, clear, round, perfect flowers.
Yvette Prost — Rosy pink, fine for cutting or win- dow boxes.
Prices — Single or Double —
Each from 3-in. pots.— 15c; doz., $1.50 Each from 3-in pots (postpaid) ....20c Doz. from 3-in. pots (postpaid), $1.65 Each from 4-in. pots....25c; doz., $2.50 Each from 5-in. pots... ,35c; doz. $3.00 Larger plants 50c each
Helen Mitchell.
STANDARD VARIETIES. (Double.)
Helen Mitchell — This is a recent introduction of great merit. It is a semi-double, of a clear scarlet color, with very large florets and truss. Foliage a lustrous green, of a bushy compact habit of growth. Very early and free bloomer.
Berthe de Prisily — Light pink.
Henriot — Rose overlaid violet, white eye.
Hubert Charron — Red shading to wlr'.te center.
La Favorite — White, one of the best.
Louis Madeline — A deep pleasing rose color.
M. Jules Dispot — Combination of red, violet and lilac, quite dark.
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Ivy Lfeavtedi Geraniufti.
Geranium Mme. J. Cibiel.
IVY LEAVED GERANIUMS.
This class of Geraniums is rapidly growing in pop- ularity, and never fails to please those who desire a really valuable window plant. They are very free bloomers, and lend themselves splendidly to house culture.
Mrs. J. G. Day — Crimson.
Leopard — Lavender pink dotted with crimson.
Mrs. Hawley — Rose.
Souvenir de Chas. Turner— Deep bright pink. Achievement— Rose with white eye.
La Eleganta — Beautiful variegated foliage.
Each, from 3-in. pots 15c; doz., $1.50
4-in. pots 25c; doz., $1.50
Each (Postpaid), from 3-in. pots, 20c; doz., $1.75 Each (Postpaid), from 4-in. pots, 30c; doz., $2.25
VARIEGATED AND SCENTED GERANIUMS.
Happy Thought — Leaves yellow center bordered with green. Flowers rose.
Madame Salleroi — Bushy variety, used for borders; goes well with Lobelia. No bloom.
Mountain of Snow — Fine foliage variety, silver edge, flowers red.
Mrs. Pollock — Foliage yellow, green and red variega- tion. Flowers red.
Rose-Scented Geranium — Very popular. Flowers pink.
Shrubland Pet— A new Rose-?cented Geranium, with pink blossoms, and of free branching growth . Foli- age highly fragrant.
Each, in 3-in. pots 15c; doz., $1.50
Postpaid 20c; doz., $1.65
Geranium Gen, Wood.
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GERANIUMS — (Continued)
PELARGONIUMS (Martha Washington Geraniums.)
Easter Greeting — One of the most desirable plants of this class that can be grown. Its flowers, winch are borne in great profusion from March until late fall, are of a fiery amaranth red, each petal bearing a blotch of deep brown or black and very large, often measuring from two to three inches in diameter. It is of a very compact and bushy habit, and of easy house culture.
Easter Morn — A sport from Easter Greeting, duplicating that variety in all respects but color, which is of a great deal lighter shade. A splendid companion plant to its parent.
Crimson King — Intense crimson, free flowering.
King Oscar — Blush pink, shaded maroon and red.
Mrs. Bradshaw — Pure white, a profuse bloomer.
Princess May — Very light pink.
W. C. Boyce — A beautiful shade of salmon.
Each - 15c, 20c, 35c and 50c
Each (Postpaid) 20c, 30c, 45c and 60c
THE PANSY GERANIUM.
Madam Layal — This is another of the plants a favorite with our grandmothers, and is rapidly coming into another well deserved reign of popularity. Of the most easy house culture and a most profuse bloomer.
Each .....15c; doz., $1.50
Postpaid 20c; doz., $1.65
PELARGONIUM — Easter Greeting,
GLADIOLUS
A very attractive summer flowering bulb and one in which wonderful improvements have been made. To get the very best results they should be planted in a good sandy loam and where they get the most sun possible. Good spread- ings of well rotted stable manure is the best fertilizer. Care should be taken in planting, bulbs being set from 4 to 6
inches deep and from 4 to 5 inches apart each way.
In the fall, before frost, the bulbs should be lifted, the stems cut off; place the bulbs in a cellar or some place away from the frost until planting time in the spring.
America — Large flesh-pink flowers.
Augusta — Pure white with blue antlers.
Brenchleyensis— Vermi lion scarlet.
Mrs. Frances King — Light scarlet.
Princeps — Rich crimson, with white blotches on lower petals.
Price, each. 5c; (Postpaid) doz., 60c
CHILDISH COLLECTION OF GLADIOLUS.
A collection for general planting, and as these can be planted among other plants without in the least, interfering with the growth of either, we strongly advise' our customers to plant at least one dozen.
Price, per doz. (Postpaid) 40c
Price, per 100 (Postpaid) $2.75
S. N. AND S CO.’S COLLECTION OF GLADIOLUS.
Comprises the best varieties, both as to flowering and beauty of color.
Per doz. (Postpaid! — 50c
Gladiolus America.
GREVILLEA ROBUSTA-(Silk Oak)
A splendid and most easily grown decorative plant from Australia with very feathery foliage.
Each 25c and 50c
Each (Postpaid) 30c and 60c
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Hanging Baskets, Porch and Window Boxes
Hanging Baskets.
Sample of the Beautiful Effect Attained in Porch Decoration by Hanging Baskets and Porch Boxes.
Hanging Baskets can be sent by express to almost any point with safety, but porch and window boxes do not per- mit of shipment in this manner. If you will send us the sizes of the boxes you desire to fill, we will take pleasure in
promptly mailing you a list of the plants suitable for the same and their cost, prepaid to you. Always give the expos- ure—North — East— West or South in writing for list of plants suitable for porch boxes. In making porch boxes, it will be found that a width of 7 inches, and a depth of 8 inches, inside measurement, is sufficient. If the place to be filled is six feet or over in length, it will be found best to make the box in two or more- sections, for convenience in handling.
Always see that holes are bored in the bottom to allow for the necessary drainage.
Prices vary with the class and values of the plants with which the baskets are filled. We can assure our customers that our selections and filling, by artists in this line, can not fail to satisfy even the most critical taste.
Each, 10 inches wide $1.00 to $2.00
Each, 12 inches wide $1.50 to $3.00
Each, 14 inches wide .$2.50 to $5.00
HELIOTROPE
A favorite by reason of its exquisite perfume; is successful in or out of doors. Colors in shades of Lavender and violet.
Each 15c, 25c and 50c
Each (Postpaid) 20c, 30c and 60c
HIBISCUS
A well known tender shrub which may be grown in a pot or tub and treated in the same manner as an Oleander. They flower freely during the summer and in the winter if kept in a light sunny position in the house.
PEACHBLOW— A double variety of a peach blossom color. One of the most popular sorts.
Each, 25c; postpaid 30c
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Hanging Baskets
Heliotrope.
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HYDRANGEAS
IMPATIENS SULTANI.
A plant that should be in everybody’s collection being almost continuously in bloom and of bright red color, which makes it the ideal table or window plant.
Each, 15c and 25c ..Postpaid 20c and 35c
MCo,
Hydrangea Otaska.
These half hardy shrubs are in great, demand as house, porch or garden plants the varieties listed are of the very best and of easy culture. During winter the plants should be kept cool but never permitted to freeze and only suffi- cient water given to prevent the roots from drying up.
To obtain the blue shades, thoroughly mix with the soil in which the varieties known as Otaska or Radiant are grown, a free proportion of iron borings or filings. Natur- ally pink, this will cause them to turn to a most beautiful shade of light blue.
Otaska — The well known pink variety.
Mme. Emile Mouilliere — Large pure white crimped flowers sometimes having a pink eye. A favorite in New York. Radiant — One of the best. Rich rose carmine.
La Fraicheur — A new French introduc- tion. Trusses large and pure white. Reene Gailard — An- other of the new French varieties. Color a beautiful soft pink.
From April to June we have extra fine specimens in blossom. Each, small plants. 25c; larger plants
50c to $2.00
Each small plants
(Postpaid) 35c
Larger plants
(Postpaid) 75c. to $2.35
IVY— (English.)
Not hardy enough for our winters, make a good indoor vine.
Each 15c and 25c
Each (Postpaid) 20c and 30c
IVY — (German or Parlor.)
A good vine for the window at all seasons, and in great demand as a vase, basket or window box plant in the sum-
mer.
Each, 10c; postpaid 15c
Per doz., $1.00; postpaid $1.15
LANTANA.
One of the most attractive house plants, with a most brilliant range of colors, and extremely floriferous. Craigi Dwarf — Orange, carmine.
Comptesse de Brencourt — A fine pink.
Delicatessima (Weeping Lantana) — Rosy lavender flowers, very suitable for hanging baskets.
Fleur d’Or — Yellow
Grand Sultan — A brilliant red.
Snowball — Pure white.
Each . 15c and 30c
Each (Postpaid) 20c and 40c
Collection of 6 75c
Collection of 6 (Postpaid).. 90c
LEMON VERBENA— (See Aloysia, Page 2.)
LILIES
(See Also Hardy Lilies.)
Moon Vine.
IPOMOEA.
(Moon Vine.)
The well known Moon Climber. Flow- ers white and fragrant. Each ...15c: doz., $1.50 Each (Postpaid)
20c; doz., $1.65
Calla Aethiopiea — Calla Lily or Lily of the Nile. A well known and justly a favorite window plant. Of very easy house culture.
Each 50c and 75c
Calla Little Godfrey — A smaller type of recent introduc-
tion, and with its extremely free flowering habit, has proved wonderfully popular.
Each 25c, 50c and 75c
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LILIES— (Continued.)
Lilium Auratum.
L. Auratum — The wonderful gold-banded Lily of Japan. Flowers will often, if well grown measure ten inches in diameter, of a creamy white, spotted with crimson and striped with yellow. Extremely fragrant.
L. Album — A well know and handsome pure white lily of wonderful beauty, with reflexed petals.
L. Rubrum— Another handsome lily and very largely grown for cut flowers. Of a very delicate pink freely sprinkled with deep crimson spots and markings, and reflexed petals.
L. Giganteum — The well known Easter Lily. We grow these in large quantities for Easter decoration, and at that sea- son you can send no more appropriate remembrance to a friend that one of these beautiful plants. Send us your orders, and we will pack and ship them in the best of condition to any part of this section, with your card at-
tached.
By express only— each from $1.00
To $3.00
Dormant bulbs in season of the above varieties each, 25c. Postpaid 30c
Lobelia.
The best of all for border plants, being low and covered with a mass of small blossoms. They thrive in almost any garden soil, but should be planted where they get the most moisture.
New Double Blue Kathleen Mallard — Large double flowers of an intense blue, very desirable.
Each, 10c; postpaid, 15c; doz. $1.00; postpaid, $1.15 Crystal Palace — Deep blue; a splendid bedder.
Each, 5c; postpaid, 10c; doz., 50c; postpaid, 60c White Gem — Snow white.
Each 5c; postpaid, 10c; doz., 50c; postpaid, 60c
Marguerite — Mrs. F. Sanders.
MARGUERITES.
Mrs. F. Sanders — This variety has taken precedence over all others of its class. It is double, pure white, with long stemmed blooms often measuring five inches in diam- eter. Grown in enormous quantities for cut flowers, and a splendid keeper when cut.
Each, 15c, 25c, 50c; postpaid 20c, 35c, 60c
While Marguerite — (Chrysanthemum Frutescens) — This is the well known single Paris Daisy, and the best known of the family.
Each, 10c, 25c, 50c; postpaid 15c, 35c, 60c
All Plants Quoted by Express Only are at Purchaser’s Cost of Shipment. Note our Club and Prepay Proposition on Page 1 .
DON’T MISS IT.
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MIMOSA PUDIC A— (Sensitive Plant.)
Pure white flowers of curious habits, the leaves closing and drooping when touched.
Each 25c
Each (Postpaid) 35c
MIGNONETTE.
Plants from 2-in. pots each 5c
Doz. 50c; postpaid, each 10c; doz., 60c
MOON VINE — (See Ipomea, Page 20.)
NICOTIANA— (Flowering Tobacco.)
A beautiful plant for the garden, growing to a height of 3 to 4 feet; color, white.
Each (Postpaid) 25c
NASTURTIUMS.
Tall or Climbing Varieties — The ideal summer vine for Trellises, verandas or for covering unsightly railings.
Dwarf or Bedding Varieties — Give a splendid effect when massed in beds, their various colors giving an effect incomparable.
Each, 5c; doz 50c
Postpaid, each 10c; doz 60c
OLEANDER.
A most interesting house plant, forming beautiful spikes of flowers in delicate shades of pink and white. The Oleander is probably one of the most popular and well known of all house plants.
Each 25c and 50c
Each (Postpaid) 35c and 65c
ORCHIDS.
We grow these in consid- erable quantities, and usually have specimen plants in blos- som. Write for prices.
OXALIS.
Usually where plants are grown the Oxalis is found in the collection.
Rosea — Ever-blooming, producing a mass of blos- soms throughout the year.
Buttercup — Yellow, grows and blossoms freely. .
Price (Postpaid) 20c and 30c
Price, each ....15c and 25c
Orange Otaheite.
ORANGE OTAHEITE.
This valuable and distinct variety of the Orange family is a dwarf, compact grower, with glossy deep green foliage which has a decided odor of the Orange trees of Florida, and is exceedingly floriferous, producing a wonderful profusion of pure white flow- ers of the most delicious fragrance. Otaheite fruits im- mediately after flowering, bearing fruit about one-half the size of the ordinary or- ange. As a pot plant this love- ly dwarf Orange is one of the most novel and beautiful that can be grown.
Price, each 50c
Orchids — (Catllevas) — In Bloom in Our Orchid House.
PANDANUS.
Veitcliii — One of the finest foliage plants for the house.
Each $2.00
Utilis — A popular and less expensive variety.
Each $1.00 to $2.00
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PANSIES
Who does not love a pansy? The flowers with faces. We are the most extensive growers of these fav- orites in the entire Northwest, and have spared no pains or expense to procure the finest strains known. Our Pansies are all from strains which combine hardi- ness, beauty of color, size of bloom and length of stem. A strain which does not measure up to this high standard whui tested by our expert growers, is at once discarded. The result of this policy has been that we can scarcely grow enough of these selected strains to supply the demand. We are continually in- creasing the space de- voted to them.
Per dozen 50c
Postpaid 60c
ONE OF OUR THREE PANSY HOUSES.
PETUNIAS
A Vase of Our Double Petunias.
The demand for our Double Petunias has kept our grow- ers busy to meet it. The steadily increasing use of porch and window boxes for porch decoration, is calling for the best that can be produced in these free blooming plants, and for that purpose they are absolutely indispensable.
DOUBLE PETUNIAS.
Edna — Pink mottled white.
Guy— A beautiful light pink.
Jerome — Purple with white edge.
Snowball— Finely fringed white.
Talma — Clear pink.
Each 15c; doz., $1.50
Each (Postpaid) 20c; doz., $1.65
Single Petunias.
The beauty of our single Giant Fringed Petunias must be seen to be appreciated. They are of a most bewildering array of color, giants in size, of exquisite beauty, and like the double sorts are indispensable plants for porch boxes and baskets.
Each, 15c; doz., $1.50; postpaid, each, 20c, doz., $1.65
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PALMS — (See Palm Department, Page 27.)
PANCIUM.
Javanicus Fol. Var. — Beautifully variegated grass, excel-
lent for hanging baskets.
Each, in 3-inch pots 15c
Each, in 3-inch pots (Postpaid) 25c
PASSII LORA CAERULA.
Passion Flower — Passion Vine.
A rapid growing climber, very suitable for house cul- ture. It produces large lavender-blue flowers of a won- derfully unique formation, yet of great beauty. It is a native of our southern states, where it grows in a wild profusion, and is known as the Apricot vine. The fruit, which is about the size of an egg is edible, of great fra- grance, and is much sought after in its native section.
Each, 15c; postpaid 20c
PHLOX DRUMMONDII.
This is a wonderfully free blooming annual, of the great- est beauty, and possessing a range of colors from white to the most brilliant scarlet. It will keep in bloom until the frosts compel it to quit, and a bed of these will attract at- tention anywhere.
Dozen, 35c; postpaid 40c
PHLOX HARDY— (See Hardy Perennials, Page 41.)
PRIMROSES.
Primula Sinensis (Chinese.)
Primula Sinensis — Chinese Primrose — An old-time favor- ite as a fall and winter house plant. Colors: Red, White, Pink. Very floriferous.
Primula Obconica — This type of primrose has attained a popularity unequaled by any of the genus. Of a most profuse blooming habit, in flower from fall until early spring. The shades of color range from a pale lavender to deep rose. In ordering state shade of color desired.
Primula Malacoides — This is the Baby Primrose. It bears masses of delicate lavender colored flowers in wild pro- fusion, and deservedly ranks among the best of the fall and winter house plants.
Any of the above varieties, blooming plants, in season,
from October to March,
Each 25c, 35c, 50c
Postpaid 35c, 45c, 60c
Primula Malacoides.
SEND FOR OUR XMAS CATALOG, WHERE WE QUOTE SUPERB SPECIMEN PLANTS OF THESE— FOR XMAS PRES- ENTS.
For those who desire to grow these plants to full ma- turity in the house, we offer young plants from May to August at,
Each 15c, 25c and 35c
Postpaid 20c, 30c, 45c
POINSETTA PULCHERIMA.
These handsome winter plants with their great brackets of brilliant scarlet are one of the most popular Xmas plants. Lasting as they do, for weeks in full and glorious beauty, make them an universal favorite. Ready in Decem- ber.
Each 50c and $1.00
See our Xmas catalog for especially grown plants of this variety for Xmas gifts.
ROSES— (See Pages 28-35.)
SALVIA— Scarlet Sage.
Salvia — or as it is more commonly called, Scarlet Sage — is without a doubt one of our most valuable summer bed- ding plants. Give it a sunny location, with well fertilized soil and sufficient water, and a bed of Salvia will well re- pay the outlay. Of easy culture — and rapid growth, they literally cover themselves with long erect spikes of most brilliant scarlet flowers, borne well above the deep green foliage. A well grown bed of Salvia is literally a bed of fire.
Each, 10c; doz., $1.00; per 100 -..$7.00
Each (Postpaid), 15c; doz. $1.15
In lots of 100 by express only.
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PLANTS— (Continued.) 25
Saxifraga Saramentosa.
Saxifraga Saramentosa— Aarons Beard— Mother of Thou- sands—or Strawberry Geranium. This is a handsome plant of a wonderful trailing habit, with brightly varie- gated foliage. It is a splendid plant for small hanging baskets, of a real decorative value, that will thrive under most adverse conditions.
Each 15c and 35c
Postpaid 20c and 45c
SENSITIVE PLANT— (See Mimosa, Page 22.)
Schizanthus.
SCHIZANTHUS— (Butterfly Flower.)
This, as the foregoing cut portrays, is a most delightfully dainty blooming plant. It must be seen to be appreciated at its full value for home decoration. The plants are> very easily grown in the house, and in the late summer and early fall will prove a revelation to the lover of the beauti- ful in the home.
Each 15c and 25c
Postpaid 20c and 35c
SHAMROCK.
We offer the genuine Irish Shamrock, grown from seed direct from “the ould sod” and can supply them in large quantities.
Each, 10c; postpaid 15c
SMILAX.
This is a most graceful climber for house culture, and is greatly in demand by florists for decorative purposes. Each, 15c; postpaid 20c
SPIBEA JAPONIC A — (Astilbe.)
S. Gladstone — Next to the Easter Lily, this is perhaps the most widely cultivated plant for Easter decoration. It is of very easy culture, and produces large feathery spikes of pure white blossoms well above splendidly dec- orative foliage.
Plants in bloom at Easter, each $1.00
Dormant Roots, each 50c
(See also Hardy Perennials.)
STATICE — (Sea Lavender.)
Annual Types.
The annual forms of this plant are becoming very popu- lar, on account of their peculiar habit of drying out with their natural form and color, thus listing them with the most popular of the everlasting flowers.
S. Sinuata — Blue.
S. Sinuata — White.
Each, 5c; doz 50c
Postpaid 10c and 60c
STOCKS— German Ten Week.
(Gilliflower.)
Stocks — One of the most useful bedding plants that can be grown. Their intensely free blooming habit, coupled with their long keeping qualities when cut, and their magnificent range of coloring, render them a universal favorite with all flower lovers. In shades of white, yel- low, dark blue, lavender, pink, rose and blood red Per doz., 35c; postpaid 40c
Stocks.
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Tradeseantia.
TRADESCANTIA (Wandering Jew)
One of the most used plants in the world for hanging baskets and porch boxes. Two varieties — green foliage and variegated, the latter being red and silvery green.
Each 5c
Dozen 50c
Each (Post-
paid) ....10c Dozen (Post- pa. d) ....60c
TUBEROSES.
One of the most delightfully fragrant and ex- quisite of all summer bloom- ing plants. It is desirable to plant the bulbs as soon as the ground becomes warm. Our spe- cialty is the Ex- celsior Double Pearl variety.
Each 5c
Dozen 50c
Each (Post- paid; ...,10c Dozen 60c
VERBENAS.
These are one of the best and without doubt one of the most valuable bedding plants for use in the Northwest. They bloom continuously through the summer, and very
often after the first frosts of fall. Their free flowering proclivities, and brilliant shades of coloring render them attractive to every lover of summer flowers in the garden. Colors— Scarlet, Pink, White, Purple and Striped.
Each, 10c; per doz $1.00
Postpaid, each 15c; doz $1.15
VINCA MAJOR.
This is without a peer as a decorative vine for porch boxes and hanging baskets. Of the most easy culture, and rapid growth, it is today the most used trailing plant for this purpose in all parts of this country. The demand for it in the United States runs into the millions each year, and is steadily growing.
Vinca Major — Handsome dark green foliage.
Vinca Major Variegata — Foliage dark green in center, bor- dered with an irregular margin of rich creamy white. A most beautiful vine for porch use, and can not be too high- ly recommended.
Each 15c to 35c
Postpaid 20c to 45c
VINCA MINOR.
Vinca Minor Argentea Variegata — This is a comparatively new introduction, but the demand is already passing the supply. It is a variegated form of the favorite old Eng- lish periwinkle with silver white edging around the deep green center of the leaf. Like its parent, it is extremely hardy, making a splendid carpet plant in the most shady places where hardly any other plant would grow at all. A most useful plant for covering graves, the wonderful contrast of color and evergreen foliage rendering it one of the most valuable acquisitions of late years for this
purpose.
Each 50c
Postpaid 60c
Per dozen, $5.00, by express only.
VIOLETS.
We have found that violets under proper cultivation can be grown in Montana that are the equal of any in the en- tire country. As an evidence of this fact, the demand for violets as cut flowers, in their season, in our own case, has increased so rapidly that it now requires seven of our largest greenhouses to satisfy the demands made upon us for these fragrant blooms. Under the care of the expert in charge of these plants, they are absolutely free from all signs of disease that so often attack them in many parts of the country.
Governor Herrick — Flowers of rich purple borne on good stems, and very prolific.
Princess of Wales — One of the best varieties grown. Flow- ers very large, long stems, a very profuse bloomer, and extremely fragrant.
Each 10c and 25c
Postpaid 15c and 35c
WALLFLOWERS.
In this we have another favorite fragrant and easily grown old-time flower. Great improvement in these plants has been made in the last few years, and they are now in ever increasing demand.
Each. 5c; doz 50c
Postpaid, 10c and 60c
/AX PLANT — (Hoya Carnosa.)
This is another old-timer and a really valuable indoor climber. Its trusses of light p;nk — almost white — flowers, more closely resemble a delicate niece of wax work than almost any other of nature’s productions.
Each 35c
Postpaid | ,..45c
Ul ZINNIA— (Old Maid.)
Zinnias are oae of the finest and showiest annuals grown. They will thrive anywhere, blooming from early summer until cull down by frost. With every color of the rainbow and some others thrown in, a bed of Zinnias is indeed ia most gorgeous sight in the summer landscape.
Each, 5c; doz 50c
Postpaid, fjarh. 10c; doz 60c
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PLANTS— (Continued.) 27
PALMS
Palms make an ideal gift for any purpose and at any season, be the occasion a Wedding, a Birthday, or a Christmas remembrance. We are the largest growers of these and all other plants in the Northwest, and can always supply select specimen plants at moderate prices.
Fosteriana,
ONE OF OUR PALM HOUSES.
Cocos Weddeliana — The most feathery and graceful of the genus. Small plants of this variety are in great demand for Fern Dish ornamentation.
Each 50c and 75c
Kentia Fosteriana — An extremely useful variety, and one that responds well to house culture.
Each $1.00 to $5.00
Kentia Belmoreani — Another splendid house type similar to Fosteriana, but with broader pinnae and a longer growth of midrib or stem.
Each $1.00 to $5.00
Cycas Revoluta — (Sago Palm) — A most valuable decorative palm with a most decidedly tropical effect. Very easily grown.
Each $1.00 to $2.00
Phoenix Roebelenii — A comparatively new introduction of the- greatest merit as a decorative palm, and one of the most graceful of the entire genus. Responds readily to house culture.
Each $1.00 to $2.00
Latania Borbonku — The well known Fan-Leafed Palm, of a tropical appear- ance but of very easy growth in the home.
Each $1.00 to $2.00
Cocos Weddeliana.
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ROSES
WE DEVOTE A SPECIAL DEPARTMENT— AN ENTIRE RANGE OF GLASS— IN CHARGE OF AN EXPERT TO THE PRODUCTION OF ROSES FOR
MONTANA AND THE NORTHWEST.
Roses — The flowers that are beloved by all — -can and are now grown as successfully in Montana as in any section of the country. Careful pruning at the proper season, sufficient water and fertilizer, with a good protection of such material as dry straw in winter, will give a wealth of beauty and bloom in the summer that will far more than repay for the outlay and labor expended on them. For explanation of abbreviations used in general list of Roses see Page 37.
Roses can be grown as well in
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PRICES ON ROSES.
Purchaser’s Selection — Except Where Noted.
Each from 3-inch pots, 15c; postpaid, 20c. Dozen from 3-inch pots, $1.50; postpaid, $1.65.
Each from 4-inch pots, 30c; postpaid, 40c. Dozen from 4-inch pots, $3.00, hy express only.
Hybrid Tea Roses (Red)
Monthly — Or Everblooming.
Hoosier Beauty — (H. T.) — A late introduction, but it has jumped at once in a popularity attained by few. Color a glowing deep scarlet with darker shadings, and opens into a magnificent bloom.
Each, 25c and 50c; postpaid 30c and 60c.
Basket of Hoosier Beauty.
American Beauty — (H. T.) — This is one of the best known and most popular Roses ever introduced. It nas proven one of the very best for this climate, and its beautiful large red blooms can be seen in every section. We make a specialty of this and al- ways supply the finest grade of stock. Our special One Dollar size, is the best value ever offered to Rose lovers.
Each 15c 25c and 50c
Postpaid 20c, 40c, and 60c
Special Size — extra large — each $1.00
Per dozen $10.00
Prince E. C. d’Arenberg (H. T.) — A brilliant fiery scarlet shaded with maroon. Of most exquisite form with massive petals.
'ladley — (H. T.) — Deep rich velvety crimson. Large double flowers on long stiff stems. Very fragrant and a prolific bloomer.
Frish Fireflame — (H. T.) — This Rose is of an old-gold, which has the appearance of being overlaid with a ruddy crimson flame, giving a distinct impression of a flame of fire. The flowers are large, but sin- gle, and deliciously perfumed. Always in bloom.
Red Radiance — (H. T.) — This is a sport from the Pink Radiance, of which it is an exact, counterpart, ex- cept in color, which is of a clear bright red.
Richmond.
Richmond — (M. T.) — Scarlet crimson, with beautiful buds borne on long straight stems. Very free flower- ing, and has proved one of our best Roses for the garden.
On page 35 are offered three Peerless Rose Collections which have been selected as the most worthy of cultivation in this vicinity.
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Gruss an Teplitz.
Grass an Teplitz — (H. C.) — This is a wonder ful Rose, of a dazzling fiery crimson. It is a very free grower, and unlimited flow- ering qualities. Should be in every collec- tion.
H. E. Richardson — (II. T.) — This is another good velvety crimson Rose, free flowering and fragrant.
Edward Mawley — (H. T.) — Velvety crimson, deep and rich. Huge faultless petals ar- ranged into' perfect blooms. Richly fra- grant and very free flowering, bearing every flower rigidly erect.
Rhea Reid — (H. T.) — A brilliant red, fragrant Rose of a stately habit of growth, and very free flowering.
Do not overlook our rose collections they are the best that can be produced . Especially good for the Northwest See page 34
Radiance.
Tea and Hybrid Tea Roses (Pink)
Ophelia — (H. T.) — A recent introduction, and one that has taken Rose lovers by storm. In color it is a brilliant salmon-flesh pink; with the heart of the flower a glowing peach pink, the whole showing orange yellow shadings. Very floriferous, a vigorous grower, and bears its blooms erect on long stiff stems. Very fragrant.
Each, 25c and 50c; postpaid 30c and 60c
Radiance — (H. T.) — A hardy, vigorous grower, flowers of a brilliant rosy carmine, when open shaded with opaline pink. Very fragrant and a continuous bloomer.
La France — (H. T.) — Although introduced in 1867 this wonderful Rose still preserves its popularity- Of a silvery Rose, with pink shades, and satin-like petals of wonderful beauty and unequaled fragrance. A continuous summer bloomer.
Duchess of Normandy — (H. T.) — This is a perfect Rose of salmon-flesh color appearing to be overlaid with yellow. A very exquisite and pleasing shade.
Pink Killarney — (H. T.) — The Irish Beauty Rose. Sparkling pink with large beautifully formed buds of exceeding beauty.
Kate Moulton — (H. T.) — The Minnesota Rose. A delicate clear soft pink, fragrant and very free flowering.
Mrs. Geo. Shawyer — (H. T.) — In color a brilliant rose-pink, with large and well-formed flowers. Very free both in growth and bloom, with heavy, rich foliage.
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EVERBLOOMING ROSES — PINK — (Cont.)
Madam Abel Chatney — (H. T.)— A good grower and a per- petual bloomer; large and perfect in both bud and bloom; deep recurved petals of rose-pink, with just a tinge of salmon.
Maman Cochet — (T.) — A rich rosy-pink; shaded with sil- very rose on outer petals; a most exquisite Rose both in form, color and fragrance. Flowers borne on good stiff stems; beautiful foliage. A queen among pink Tea Roses.
Bridesmaid — (T.) — A clear shining pink, with buds of ex- quisite shape, and most profuse bloomer.
Bon Silene — (T.) — This Rose has been a favorite since 1835. and is today gaining a new lease of popularity. Color a rose shaded with crimson; beautiful buds with long petals. One of the hardiest of the Tea Roses.
Hermosa — (B.) — This is another old favorite, introduced in 1840, but still retains its popularity. While it is of the Bourbon type, it is ot a free blooming nature, with finely formed flowers of a soft deep pink.
Tea and Hybrid Tea Roses (White)
White Killarney — (H. T.) — A perfect counterpart to Pink Killarney, from which this is a sport. Like its par- ent, it has proven a valuable Rose in this section, as they will stand our winters with ordinary protection, and produce a wonderful wealth of bloom.
Bride — (T.) — Pure white, with well formed buds of great substance. An old favorite, of free growth and splendid blooming qualities.
Clolhilde Soupert — (H. Pol.) — Known
in many sections as the Cemetery Rose, as it will bloom and thrive with so little care. It is a cluster bloomer, white, shading to a light pink, and very profuse, a dwarf grower, and very fragrant. Makes an ideal pot Rose for the house in winter or sum- mer.
Kaiserin Augusta Victoria — (H. T.) —
One of the best white Roses ever in- troduced. A most sturdy grower with large perfectly formed and fra- grant flowers, it combines all the at- tributes that go to make a perfect Rose. Very profuse.
White Kilarney.
Young Pot Grown Roses.
Kaiserin Augusta Victoria.
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Tea and Hybrid Tea Roses (Yellow)
Mrs. Aaron Ward — (H. T.) — This is another Rose of com- paratively late introduction, but it has achieved a won- derful popularity. The flowers which are produced in great profusion, are of an Indian yellow, shading to a lemon at the edge of the petals; very full and deep, showing as it unfolds a deep golden heart.
Each 25c 50c and $1.00
Frau Karl Druschki.
Hardy Hybrid Perpetual Roses
Frau Karl Druschki — (H. P.) — Commonly known .as the White American Beauty, or Snow Queen. A most vigor- ous grower producing large, long buds and magnificent white blooms. Very hardy, and deservedly popular.
Anna de Diesbach — (H. P.) — (Glory of Paris.) — A very free blooming form of this type of Rose, and a vigorous grower. Color a shell-pink, long, pointed buds, very double and large compact blooms, very fragrant.
Black Prince — (H. P.) — Color an intensely dark crimson; flowers very large and double. A strong grower and free bloomer.
Baron de Bonstetten — (H. P.) — A superb Rose, of a vel- vety deep crimson color. Very double, large and fra- grant, and of strong growth.
Captain Christy — (H. P.) — A delicate flesh pink, shading to a deeper color at the center of a large, very double and handsomely formed flower. Strong grower and very free.
Coquette des Alpes — (H. P.) — A pure white very profuse bloomer and fragrant. Large blooms, hardy, and one of the best white sorts of the: type.
Clio— (H. P.) — Color flesh-pink, shaded in center with rosy- 'pink; large globular flowers freely produced and fra- grant. A vigorous grower.
General Jacqueminot — (H. P.) — Better known as General “Jack,” a justly celebrated Rose, with its shapely buds and handsome flowers of rich brilliant velvety crimson, and delicious fragrance. The “Jack” rose is beloved by all for its all round good qualities.
General Washington — (H. P.) — Large double starlet flow- ers. A fragrant rose, free grower and profuse bloomer.
Jubilee: — (H. P.) — A hardy and almost everblooming Rose, flowers extremely large, very double, of a glowing vel- vety crimson, shaded at the base with a touch of ma- roon-red. Hardy a vigorous grower and wonderfully fragrant.
Madam Plantieia — (H. P.) — A very hardy Rose of vigorous growth, with large white blooms.
Mrs. John Laing— (H. P.)— A beauty— in clear, bright, shin- ing pink; every bud with its deeply serrated calyx and close growing foliage becomes an elegant Boutonniere:. The open blooms are immense, very full, and borne on long, stiff stems.
Sunburst — (H. T.) — A splendid Rose of vigorous habit and one of the largest of the H. T. type. The color is an orange-copper or golden orange, very intense giving a most brilliant effect. A giant of its class, of perfect form, good keeping qualities when cut, it has proven an estimable garden Rose for this section.
Sunburst.
Sunrise— (T.) — A brilliant Rose, of scarlet and yellow: Perle Des Jardins — (T.) — A clear golden yellow Rose, very rich and of great depth. Very full, a most profuse bloomer, and very fragrant. A tender Rose.
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ROSES — (Continued.) 33
Baltimore Belle in Our Nursery.
Baltimore Belle — (S.) — Flowers of a pale blush or pink, passing to white, very double, and borne in clusters in great profusion, making a mass of bloom. Very hardy and one of the best climbers for Montana.
Climbing American Beauty — (H. T. \\\.) — This compara- tively new climbing Rose has proven exceedingly popu- lar in many parts of the country. It is a seedling from the well known American Beauty, with a mixture of Tea and Wichuriana blood, and is similar to its parent in size of bloom, color and fragrance. It is almost a continuous bloomer, a vigorous climber, and has proved to be very hardy.
Mareehal Neil — (N.) — This climbing Rose is very tender, and requires good protection outdoors in winter. Given this protection, or grown indoors, and it will well repay for the trouble expended upon it. It produces large ex- quisitely shaped deep yellow flowers, of wonderful fra- grance. This Rose will amply repay as a pot plant, trained to a trellis, and carried indoors on the first ap- proach of frost.
Crimson Rambler — (C. P.)— This Rose' is extremely hardy of vigorous growth. It flowers in clusters, forming a mass of vivid crimson beauty.
Flower of Fairfield — (C. P.) — Another of the same type as the preceding variety, but producing bright crimson flowers in clusters with a white center in each bloom. It is a perpetual summer bloomer and very hardy.
Paul Neyron.
Paul Neyron — (H. P.) — This is the largest of all Roses, with its flowers of clear bright shining pink, and deliciously perfumed. It is also a most prolific bloomer, and of strong and vigorous growth. Almost thornless, and very hardy.
Ulrich Brunner — (H. P.) — This is a seedling from Paul Ney- ron, with brilliant cherry-red flowers of globular form and immense size. This variety has proven as desirable for garden growing as its parent and is in great demand in all sections of the country.
Dorothy Perkins.
Dorothy Perkins — (H. W.) — Flowers borne in great pro- fusion in clusters, of a beautiful shade of shell-pink; hold their beauty for a long time; fading to a deep rose, and very fragrant. A splendid climber, of vigorous growth and hardy nature.
White Dorothy Perkins — (H. W.) — This is a sport from the preceding variety, of which it is a duplicate in every way with the exception of its beautiful clusters of flow- ers, which are white.
Prairie Queen — (S.) — Introduced in 1843 this is still a standard favorite. It bears rich rosy-red compact, glob- ular flowers in great profusion, is very hardy, and a strong grower.
Lady Gay — (II. W.) — Buds of a deep pink, changing to cherry-red, the open flower finally changing to a creamy white. The blooms are produced in large trusses, and form a mass of beauty from the ground to the top of the vine, It is a perfectly hardv climber.
Climbing Roses
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Baby Ramblers.
These Roses all are splendid plants for growing in pots for home decoration. Give them all the sun possible in the summer, with good soil and drainage. They rarely grow over 20 inches in height, are continuously in bloom and as a class are very hardy.
Crimson Baby Rambler — (P.) (Madam Norbert Levasseur.)
A dwarf form of the Crimson Rambler, with the same ruby-red clusters of bloom. Always in flower through the entire summer, and if potted before frost will con- tinue through the winter in the house.
White Baby Rambler — (P.) (Catherine Zeimet.) Pure snow-white blooms in profuse clusters, forming a sheet of white when used for bedding purposes. Everbloom- ing and an ideal Rose for pot culture.
Pink Baby Rambler — (P.) (Phyllis.) A bright carmine- pink of very bushy habit producing beautiful panicles of bloom the whole summer. Unequaled as a decorative pot plant at any season.
Mile. Cecile Brunner — (P.) — Often called the Fairy, or Sweetheart Rose. Produces graceful sprays of perfectly formed small flowers, very double, of a soft rosy-pink, on a rich creamy-white background. A splendid variety for cut flowers.
George Eiger — (P.) — Also known as the yellow Mile. Cecile Brunner. The color of the buds is a dainty coppery golden-yellow, opening to a clear deep yellow; borne in large corymbs. A very erect habit of growth, with dark green foliage.
AUSTRIAN, OR BRIER ROSES.
Harrison Yellow — (A.) — A fine hardy Rose of double free flowering proclivities. The Austrian or Brier types as a rule do not require much pruning, only to remove the dead and superfluous wood. They are extremely hardy.
Persian Yellow — (A.) — A large and very fine single Rose, deep golden yellow, very hardy and verv floriferous.
Harrison Yellow.
RUGOSA ROSES.
Hansa — (R.) — This is one of the most desirable of the type, with double reddish-violet flowers, produced in profu- sion during the entire summer. They are followed by brilliant red seed pods making the plants as attractive in the fall and winter as in the summer. This type is not only valuable as a single specimen, but is even more so when planted for the purpose of a strong and won- derfully decorative hedge, for which purpose it cannot be recommended too highly. This type also requires but little attention in the way of pruning, and is extremely hardy. We confidently predict for this Rose an enor- mous sale for ornamental hedges in this section. For hedges plant about two feet apart. It is no exaggeration to say that this Rose will make ia hedge that is absolutely impenetrable, even to a rabbit.
Each, 75c; per dozen iffi.OO
State Nursery and Seed Co.’s Peerless Rose Collections.
These collections have been selected by our Rose expert after years of trial in this section, and will be found to contain only varieties the most worthy of cultivation. The amateur as well as the professional can not fail to succeed with the “PEER- LESS” sets of Roses.
Collections sold only in the varieties named.
For description see General List.
Peerless Rose Collection No. 1
S. N. & S. CO.’s 191 7 QUARTETT.
Four of the BEST, NEWEST Roses known.
1 Mrs. Aaron Ward 1 American Beauty
The set of four 75c and $1 .50 postpaid.
1 Ophelia 1 floosier Beauty
Peerless Rose Collection No. 2
Dozen
1 White Killarney 1 Radiance 1 Rhea Reid 1 Bride
1 Mrs. Aaron Ward
S. N. & S. Co.’s 1917 Ever-blooming Monthly Roses.
I Sunburst 1 Pink Killarney 1 Grus an Teplitz 1 American Beauty 1 La France i Richmond
1 Kaiserin Augusta Victoria
One each of the above twelve superb Roses, large size from 4-inch pots for $2.50. By express only.
Peerless Rose Collection No. 3
S. N. & S. Co.’s 1917 Hardy Hybrid Perpetual Dozen. An unequaled offer.
1 Baron de Bonstettin 1 Mrs. Jno. Laing
1 Capt. Christy 1 Genl. Jacqueminot 1 Genl. Washington 1 Anna des Desbaeh 1 Clio
1 Paul Neyron 1 Coquette dcs Alpes 1 Frau Karl Druschk 1 Mad. Plantier 1 Ulrich Brunner
The Hardy H. P. dozen, one each of the above named varieties — large plants from 4-inch pots, for $2.50. By express only.
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The Care of Roses
SITUATION.
Best results can be obtained by planting Roses where they receive the full benefit of the sun, and sheltered from the north winds. Under no conditions should they be planted where they are liable to come into contact with the roots of large trees and shrubs.
SOIL.
The best soil for Roses is sod from an old pasture, adding some well rotted cow manure.
PLANTING— PREPARATION OF THE BED.
The bed should be prepared a short while before planting, so as to let the soil settle. The depth of the bed depends on the size of the plant, usually about one foot. Fill this with the soil and manure, being careful to provide for proper drainage. On receiving the plants, if in a dormant state, the tips of the roots should be cut off about half an inch or more.
If the plants are from pots, they should be set so that the ball of earth is about one inch below the level of the ground, and the soil around them made very firm.
Great care should be taken to see that the roots are evenly distributed, as upon this detail quantity and quality of blooms will depend. A thorough soaking of water should then be given.
WINTER PROTECTION.
Almost all the roses (the Hardv Yellow varieties are some of the exceptions) , should be protected dur- ing winter. For this purpose we use long, clean straw, bending the rose bushes to the ground and covering the straw over them to a thickness of about six inches.
Another good plan is to use a heavy sheaf of straw tied close at the toD. and the rose bush tied in the cen- ter of the sheaf. This is a good method in places where water or melted snow is apt to drain to the plants. With this method it is also beneficial to draw the earth to the stem of the plant before covering with the straw.
PRUNING.
Immediately the first killing frost cuts back the voung growth in the fall, prune back the frozen wood into well ripened wood. This is lmoortant, and will often insure the life of tender Roses in severe winters. As soon as the plants show the first sign of activity in the spring, then give them the principal pruning of the year, beginning with the H. P. class. Climbing Roses need very little pruning, except to remove dead and super- fluous wood, and to make long canes conform to some desired effect.
INSECT PESTS.
A weekly application of some insecticide will well repay you in the ultimate growth and health of your Roses. It is almost impossible to name any stated mix- ture. We refer you to our list of Insecticides.
An Aid to Rose Lovers
The appended classification with the abbreviations used in the general list will be of value to the lover of Roses, an aid to an intelligent selection of varieties best suited to any particular location ; a reliable guide to the hardiness of varieties offered, and the corresponding amount of protection required.
Hybrid- Perpetual — H. P. A strong growing hardy type. Produce larger blooms than any other class.
Hybrid Tea — H. T. A cross between the H. P. and T. types, combining the hardiness of the H. P. with the free blooming quality of the T. Rose. Require in most cases more protection than the H. P. type. This is the class known as the Monthly or Ever- blooming Roses.
Tea — T. The well known Tea Roses, with Tea fra- grance, everblooming and of a tender nature.
Climbing Tea — C. T. Climbers of the same class as the Tea Roses.
Climbing Polyantha — C. P. Known as the Ramblers. Hardy and flowering in clusters.
Polyantha — P. A hardy low growing type flowering in clusters.
Hybrid Polyantha — H. Pol. A medium hardy type, flowering in clusters.
Hybrid China — H, C. Very free blooming and a ten- der type.
Noisette — N. A tender type of Rose, flowering in single blooms of good size. As a class are generally climbers.
Hybrid Wichuriana — H. W . Hardy climbers, flow- ering in clusters.
Climbing Hybrid Tea Wichuriana — C. H. T. W . A hardy type of climbers, flowering with single blooms of good size.
Setigera — S. Known as Prairie Roses. Very hardy and always of the climbing or trailing habit.
Bourbon — B. A hardy free flowering type.
Austrian — A. Austrian or Yellow Brier Roses; very hardy.
Rugosa or Ramanus — R. A very hardy type of Rose, extremely valuable for hedges and specimen plants.
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State Nursery and Seed Co.
HARDY PERENNIALS
THE STATE NURSERY AND SEED CO. are the largest growers of these plants in the North- west. Our collection is today one of the largest and best in the entire country, and we are continually adding to the list, just as rapidly as we test and prove new or old varieties of this class to be suitable to the climate of Montana. Who has not read of, if not seen, the wonderful hardy borders in the gardens of Europe? At once the pride of the professional and envv of the amateur. With no other class of plants is it possible to have as continuous a display of bloom and beauty with as little effort, from the early spring to frosts of fall, as with Hardy Perennials. No home, be it large or small, but has some place suitab'e for a bed or border of these plants, and properlv selected and arranged, will produce a wealth of bloom almost from snow to snow. In the eastern states, and also in the south, where climatic conditions are far more favorable than here for the growing of the more tender summer bedding plants, the revival of interest in these Hardv plants is growing by leaps and bounds. In the climate of Montana, there is no question but that they are far the best class of plants for those who desire a profusion of bloom for the garden, with an ever-changing scene of beauty, and with the least expenditure of time and effort. Give them any ordinary good sod. enriched with well decomposed fertilizer, an occasional watering through the summer. As soon as the first killing frosts have killed the growth, remove the dead tops and if convenient, cover the bed with a mulch of dry leaves, or straw, though this is not absolutely necessary. A careful loosening of the soil between the plants is afwavs beneficial, besides aiding to keep down the weeds during the growing season. A good mulch of well rotted fertilizer in the early spring, and spaded lightly into the border will also a;d in giving them the necessary stimulus to bring out their best efforts for your pleasure.
PRICES ON ALL HARDY PERENNIALS EXCEPT WHERE NOTED:
Each, 15c; postpaid 20c. Per doz., $1.50; postpaid $1.75
ACANTHUS MOLLIS— (Bears Breech.)
A handsome stately foliage and decorative plant, often producing leaves two feet long and one foot wide, with
serrated edges, blooms are rosy of peculiar for- mation, and very ef- fective. 3 feet.
ACHILLEA.
(Yarrow)
Perry’s White — A late introduction, with the largest flowers of the genus. Very free flowering and very hardy. 2 feet.
AGROSTEMMA — (Rose Campion.)
A. Coronaria — An erect growing plant, with silvery foliage, bearing Crimson phlox-like flowers. July. Two to three feet.
ALYSSUM SAXATTLE— (Gold Tuft.)
One of the most useful plants either for rockery or border. Produces large flat heads of yellow flowers in May and June. One foot.
A Bed of Achillea.
The Pearl — A well known form of this flower, with hand- some double flow- ers, blooming very early, and with good keeping quali- ties when cut. 9 feet.
AQUILEGIA— (Columbine.)
One of the most satisfactory of hardy perennial plants, producing beautiful spurred flowers on stiff stems. Should be given a sunny position, but succeeds in almost any soil or location.
Canadensis (Common American Columbine) — The native bright red and yellow variety.
Chrysantha (Golden Columbine) — Bright yellow, long spurred flowers.
Coerula (Rocky Mountain Columbine) — Bright blue and white, long spurred flowers.
Helenae — A new hybrid with large blue flowers and ex- panded pure white corolla.
Nivea Grandiflora — Fine pure white.
Veitch's Long Spurred Hybrids — Mixed colors.
ARABIS ALPINIS— (Rock Cress.)
A very early flowering carpet-like plant valuable both for the rockery and edging. It forms a dense carpet, and literally covered with white flowers.
Auricula.
ANCHUSA ITALICA.
Dropmore Variety — Very free flowering plants of a branching habit, with flowers of a gentian blue, and very attractive. Almost continuous bloomer in this sec- tion after June. Three feet.
AURICULA— (Alpine.)
This is one of the most beautiful types of th© Primrose family and should find a place in every garden. They are of a wide range of rich velvety colors, very floriferous, last a long time in bloom, with bright glossy green foliage.
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BLEEDING HEART — (See Dielytra, Page 39.)
BOLTONIA — (False Chamomile.)
Among the most showy of our hardy perennial plants, with large single flowers, resembling a single Aster, and borne in great profusion. Three to four feet.
B. Asteroides — Pure white.
B. Latisquama — Pink tinged lavender.
BITTER ROOT — (Montana State Flower.) (See Lewisia, Page 41.)
BOCCONIA — (Plume Poppy.)
B. Japonica — One of the noblest of our hardy perennials. It is beautiful both of leaf and bloom, flowering in tall, feathery panicles, creamy white in color, in July and August. It will succeed in any situation and can be effectively used in the center of beds as well as in the general border. Six feet.
A Bed of Cerastium.
Gerastium Tomentosum — (Snow in Summer.) — A very de- sirable plant for covering as with a white carpet dry, sunny places. Low growing, with white foliage and flowers. Very fine for planting on graves.
COLUMBINE — (See Aquilegia, Page 36.)
COREOPSIS.
Lanceolata Grandiflora — A popular plant everywhere. It bears golden yellow blooms in great profusion, valuable for cut flowers, and lasting well into fall. Two feet.
CENTAUREA— (Montana.)
Of easy culture, producing a wealth of deep blue flowers from July to September. Excellent for cutting.
COWSLIP— (See Primula Veris, Page 44.)
Campanula Media ^Canterbury Bells.) CAMPANULA.
Do best in a good rich soil and planted in a half shady place. They are indispensable as border plants. The taller varieties should be staked and all the flowers cut immedi- ately upon fading.
Media — Single in colors of dark blue, white, light blue and rose.
Kindly note that where not listed as Postpaid, goods are shipped by Express, collect. We do this because plants not listed as prepaid we do not consider safe to ship by Parcel Post. \
Calycanthema (Cup and Saucer Canterbury Bells) — They differ from most of the varieties in that the calyx is the same color as the flower, giving it the appearance of the cup and saucer. We offer them in the following shades: Delicate rosy pink, clear-blue, dark blue and pure white.
Pyramidalis (The Chimney Bell Flower) — Blue salver- shaped flowers.
CANDYTUFT, HARDY— (See Iberis, Page 40.)
CANTERBURY BELL — (See Campanula.)
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Maximum, The Speaker — Another fine variety — the cut blooms last a long time.
Shasta Daisy — “Alaska” — (Burbank’s Improved.) Something new in Shastas, and very fine.
DELPHINIUM— (Larkspur.)
A splendid perennial plant with its wonder- ful shades of blue. They are easily grown, but only well rotted fertilizer must be used to get the best results. Bonemeal worked into the soil around the roots is very beneficial. By cut- ting off the flower stalks as soon as the blooms mature and begin to fade, a second and often a third crop of blooms will be secured.
Delphinium — (Larkspur.)
Amyas Leigh — Rich sky-blue, inner petals rosy plum, in large spikes.
Bella Donna — Torquoise blue.
Duke of Connaught — A beautiful Oxford blue, bold white eyes.
Formosum — The old standard blue.
King of Delphiniums — Massive spikes 6 feet high, semi- double, color gentian blue.
St. Paul — Large flowers, indigo blue.
Perfection — Very large flowers, blue with dark eye.
Lizzie — Azure blue, yellowish eye.
Portia — Corn flower blue, black center.
Queen Wilhelmina — Very large, soft lavender; one of the best.
Rembrandt — Spikes very larger a beautiful pale blue.
Carmen — Semi-double flowers of a deep gentian blue cen- ter of bloom a plum color, with a deep brown eye.
Yunanennsis — A new introduction with delicate pale blue flowers.
Nudieaule — Red and yellow, a free flowering variety. 18 inches.
Geneva — Soft blue with white eye.
Julia — A very large flowered form of a cornflower blue, with white eye.
Masterpiece — Gentian blue with white eye.
Victoria — A large flowered sky-blue.
Mauve Queen — A soft lavender blue.
Each, 25c; postpaid 30c
Dozen, $2.50; postpaid $3.00
CHRYSANTHEMUM MAXIMUM.
Their profusion of bloom when the rest of the garden is destroyed by frost keeps them well to the front as a favorite.
Chrysanthemum Maximum — The old variety daisy and does exceptionally well in Montana.
Maximum King Edward VII. — A splendid daisy of late in- troduction— beautiful cut blooms, two to two and a half feet high.
Chrysanthemum Inodorum (Bridal Robe.)
Chrysanthemum Inodorum (Bridal Robe) — Makes a bushy plant about 2 feet high, with feathery foliage and pure white intensely double flowers.
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DIANTHUS BARBATUS— (Sweet William.)
One of the most popular of outdoor bedding plants, throwing strong stems of brilliantly colored blossoms. During the period of their blooming the foliage is com- pletely hidden by masses of attractive blossoms. Latifolious Atracoecineus — (Everblooming Hybrid Sweet William.) A beautiful summer bedding variety, pro- ducing masses of brilliant, fiery crimson flowers throughout the entire season.
Holborn Glory — This is a large flowered selection of the auricula-eyed section, the most beautiful and admired of all Sweet Williams.
The Standard varieties are old time favorites in colors of Scarlet, Grimson, Violet, Red, Whit", Pink.
DORONICUM EXCELSUM— (Leopards Bane.)
Splendid for cut flowers, having a good long stem, and will last a long time in water; will thrive almost anywhere. Pretty orange yellow. Very early.
DIELYTRA— (Bleeding Heart.)
Spectabilis (Bleeding Heart) — A very old favorite and in- creasingly planted. Can be planted in almost any part of the garden and stands out prominently. Especially serviceable for planting in the shade.
Each, 15c and 25c; postpaid 20c and 40c
DIGITALIS— (Foxglove.)
(While in bloom these dignified and stately stalks, with their luxuriant foliage, seem to dominate the whole garden. Gloxinaeflora — A beautiful strain of finely-spotted varie- ties in colors of beautiful white, purple rose and lilac. Grandiflora — Showy flowers of pale yellow, veined brown, spotted varieties.
GAILLARDIA— (Blanket Flower.)
One of the most beautiful of perennial plants and the most popular for cutting. The center of the blossom is a dark red-brown with beautiful markings of brilliant crim- son, orange and vermillion, and occasionally a combination of all in the one flower.
Gaillardia Grandiflora — A refined and attractive flower of a beautiful yellow and orange color; sometimes marked with a maroon shade.
For Prices of Hardy Perennials Not Quoted, see Page 36.
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GYPSOPH1LIA— ( Baby’s Breath.)
The Gypsophilas with their attractively arranged masses of minute flowers should be in every garden. If cut and dried will retain its beauty for months, providing decora- tive material of the very best.
Paniculata — The popular old-time Gypsophilia, much ad- mired for its feathery appearance.
GEUM.
Beautiful hardy perennial bearing profusely large showy flowers all through the summer; an elegant flower for bouquets. Fifteen inches.
Geum — Mrs. Bradshaw — Produces large, brilliant scarlet flowers. Blossoms during the greater part of the sum- mer and fall.
Atrosanguineum — Dark Crimson.
HELENIUM— (Sneeze Wort.)
H. Autumnale Superbum — One of the ideal hardy peren- nials for the border, bearing numberless small yellow flowers on a sturdy bush-like plant. 5 feet.
Riverton Beauty — Striking colored blooms, lemon yellow and purplish black.
HELIOPSIS— (Orange Sunflower.)
A valuable addition to the hardy border, for cut flower purposes, blooming earlier than the sunflowers, and rarely exceeding three feet.
H. Pltcheriana — Flowers about two inches in diameter, double', of a deep golden yellow. Continues in bloom the entire summer. A splendid cut flower.
HEUCHERA— (Alum Root^Coral Bells.)
Most desirable dwarf, compact bushy plants of robust constitution and easy culture, growing iy2 to 2 feet high, and bearing during July and August loose, graceful spikes of flowers in the greatest profusion; excellent subjects either for the border or rockery, and of great value for cutting.
H. Sanguinea — Bright Coral red, very fine.
HOLLYHOCKS
State Nursery and Seed Co/s “Peerless” Types
SEE FRONT COVER
For several years we have been selecting and re-selecting the best types of this majestic flower, truly the “PEERLESS” king of the hardy perennial garden. This careful and scientific selection has resulted in the production of an unequaled strain of this magnificent plant, in the best shades of color known, with colossal spikes of bloom, lasting and blooming until frost puts a check on their wonderful vitality and growth. Used as individuals well back in the hardy border, or dotted here and there amongst a bed of hardy shrubs, which they brighten with their brilliant spikes of gorgeous color after the shrubs are through flowering for the season, or as a hedge at the rear of a bed of hardy perennials, they cannot be surpassed. The strain we offer must be seen to be appreciated, with flowers whose petals seem as if made of the finest China silk. G:ve them a well fertilized soil with well rotted manure, deeply spaded, sufficient drainage, a plentiful supply of water in the growing season, and success is assured in any location. i. n t ,
S. N. & S. Co.’s “Peerless” Hollyhocks in
DOUBLE WHITE DOUBLE CRIMSON DOUBLE PINK DOUBLE SALMON
DOUBLE DEEP ROSE DOUBLE MAROON DOUBLE BLOOD RED DOUBLE YELLOW
Each, 25c; (Postpaid) 30c Dozen, $2.50; (Postpaid) $3.00
IBERIS (Hardy Candytuft)
A most desirable hardy dwarf evergreen plant, flowering very early in the spring, and literally covering the foliage with dense heads of bloom. Ten inches.
Iberis Sempervirens — Pure white, innumerable flat heads of bloom.
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IRIS (Germanica)
We are the most extensive growers of Iris in the North- west, and our collection embraces the finest varieties of the type known. Extremely valuable as cut flowers, the. only rivals of the Orchids in beauty and wealth of delicate coloring, the varieties we offer would hardly be recognized as the scientifically developed descendants of the old time “yellow and purple flag.” They are of easy culture and will succeed anywhere. “S” indicates the “Standards” or upper petals, and “F” the “Falls” or lower petals.
S. N. & S. Co.’s “Peerless” Collection of Iris No. 2. — The
same in quality as No. 1, includes Argus Rochi Ivamuo- uesis, Horace Darwin, Mine. Trufford, Mme. Gayselle, Can Oldenbornessold, Benacensis, Folad Tupse, Ferer Morell, Khorput Sampson, Canary Bird.
Either collection (Postpaid) $1.75
Two Collections $3.00
LARKSPUR — (See Delphinium, Page 38.)
Athalia (S) — Dark yellowish brown slightly veined.
Argus (S & F) — Deep purple.
Bridesmaid (S) — White shaded lilac. (F) — White frilled soft lilac.
Benacensis (S) — Deep violet. (F) — Deep purple.
Canary Bird (S) — Yellow. (F) — White veined lilac.
Emma (S) — Blue tinged lilac. (F) — White slightly flushed lilac.
Flyrica (S & F) — Rich royal purple.
Honorable (S) — Rich golden yellow. (F) — Heavily veined chestnut brown.
Hamlet (S) — Dark yellowish brown. (F) — Veined deep purple.
Hionell (S) — Redish copper. (F) — Violet red.
Her Majesty (S & F) — Light lavender.
Jennie Lind (S) — Yellow. (F) — Burnt amber.
Kochi (S & F) — Deep rich purple.
Kamuonesis (S) — Deep violet. (F) — Redish violet.
Kharput (S) — Lavender. (F) — Veined white.
A Partial View of Our Iris Beds.
La Prestigiense (S) — Bronze yellow. (F) — Purplish plum, veined white.
Mrs. Horace Darwin (S) — White. (F) — White reticulated violet.
Mme. Gayselle (S) — Blue. (F) — White veined blue.
Mme. Trufford (S) — Lilac. (F) — Lilac shading to white.
Mauve Oueen (S) — Violet. (F) — Lavender, white stripes.
Pallida (S) — Beautiful shade of pale lavender blue. (F) — Rosy lavender.
Pallida Dadmatsca (S) — Lavender. (F) — Veined deep violet.
Plicata Chlorus (S) — Violet and white. (F) — White veined violet.
Van Oldenbornessold (S & F) — Rich deep lavender.
Whitmanana (S & F) — White, very slightly tinged lilac.
Each 15c
Each (Postpaid) 20c
Larger clumps, each 50c
Larger clumps, each (Postpaid) 60c
S. N. & S. Co.’s “Peerless” Collection of Iris No. 1. — This col- lection of 12 varieties are ihe finest of their particular type and color. Includes the following: Queen Emma, Purple Queen, Flyrica, Mauve Queen, Plicata Chorus. Benacensis, Emma, Whitmanana Hamet, Jennie Lind, Foida, Odarapissima.
LATHYRUS— (Hardy Everlasting Pea.)
One of the most hardy climbers, a true herbaceous per- ennial. They are very attractive both in foliage and bloom, producing clusters of large pea like flowers the whole sum- mer, and very valuable as cut flowers.
L. Latifolius — A bright rosy red.
L. Alhus — Pure white.
LA VEND! 'LA — (Lavender.)
Who does not know the delicious fragrance of Lavender — rarely equaled and never surpassed by the best per- fumes. Grows about 18 inches high, and bears a wealth of blue flowers in summer.
L. Vera — The true sweet lavender of our grandmothers’ day, and wonderfully fragrant.
LEWIS! A REDIVIVA— (Bitter Root.)
The Montana State Flower.
HARDY LILIES.
Eemerocallis (Lemon or Day Lily) — Hardy, bearing yellow flowers of delicious fragrance. Winters in the open
ground.
Each 25c, 50c
Each (Postpaid) 35c, 60c
Lily of the Valley.
LILY OF THE VALLEY— (Convalaria Majalis.)
Do not put this beautiful flower in some corner and leave it to literally starve. Give it a liberal mulch of well rotted fertilizer as early in the spring as possible, and note the wonderful beauty with which it will repay you for the attention.
Lily of the Valley — Roots (or pips) of this great favorite.
Each 5c; doz., 50c
Each (Postpaid) .10c; doz. 60c
Clumps, each (Postpaid) 50c
Tiger Lily — Very large flowers, orange and black.
Each 15c; (Postpaid) 20c
Dozen, $1,50; (Postpaid) $1.75
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Madonna Lily.
Candidum (Madonna Lily) — Large white flowers, fragrant.
Bulbs, each 20c; doz., $1.50
Bulbs, «ach (Postpaid) 25c; doz., $1.65
LYCHNIS CHALCEDONICA— (Ragged Robin.)
A most desirable plant with brilliant scarlet flowers in June and July.
PENTSTEMON.
A most useful and showy peren- nial, either for mass planting, I he rockery or border work. In some re- spects they rival Phlox, Petunias, etc., especially for bedding purposes.
Barbatus Torryeii — Scarlet sp.kes, height 3 feet.
Digitalis — Purple and white.
Pubescens —
Bright rosy pur- ple.
PHYgOSTEGIA (Virginia Heather)
One of the most beautiful of the Hardy Perennials forming dense bushes four to five feet high with long spikes of tubular pink flowers like a gigantic Heather, and very valuable for cut flowers.
Pentstemon.
LOBELLA CARDINALS.
An addition to our list of border plants. They thrive in almost any garden soil, but prefer a moist deep loam. Rich, fiery cardinal flowers in spikes from 12 to 24 inches.
Lythrum.
LYTHRUM — (Rose Loose-Strife.)
Roseum — 3 feet high, heavy, large spikes of rosy flowers. Virgatum — Grows two to three feet high, erect stems and bright, rosy purple flowers.
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Hardy Phlox.
PHLOX— (Hardy.)
This is another hardy perennial in which we are special- izing, and no better collection can be found in the entire Northwest than those offered. They will succeed in almost any soil and location, yet no class of hardy plants will bet- ter repay a lit lie attention. Give them well spaded and en- riched soil, with a good mulching of fertilizer in the early spring, frequent waterings in the growing season, and they will produce enormous heads of brilliant bloom. Treated in this manner, and they will be one of the chief attrac- tions of any hardy border.
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PHLOX— (Contd.)
F. G. Von Lassburg — The purest and largest white known. Geo. A. Strohein — Bright scarlet with crimson red eye. Louis Blanc — Reddish-violet with purple shadings and darker eye. One of the best dark varieties.
Edmund Rostand— Reddish violet, shading brighter toward the center of petals.
Mme. Paul Dutrie — Delicate lilac-rose, immense flowers. Siebold — Bright scarlet and one of the very best of its class.
Vesuvius — Red with bright purple eye. Quite showy.
Von Hochberg — The finest crimson.
Elizabeth Campbell — Very bright salmon pink with dark red eye.
Bridesmaid — Pure white with large crimson carmine eye. Pantheon — Bright carmine rose.
R. P. Strothers — Bright rosy carmine, with claret red eye. De Miribel — White suffused with rosy scarlet; crimson eye. Apollo — Pink with red center.
Hyon — Reddish pink.
Pierre Bayle — Crimson carmine.
Coquelicot — A fine scarlet with crimson eye.
Bouquet de Fleurs — White, with a cherry eye.
Miss Lingard — A grand dwarf white variety.
Drago — Light red with dark eye.
Elegantissima — A large flowered early white. Verdi — A beautiful rosy- pink.
PLATYCODON.
Sometimes known as the Japanese Bell flowers, very closely allied to the Cam- panulas. They are a hardy genus producing large cup- shaped blooms of delicate beauty, in great profusion, on erect slender stems, growing to a height of about two feet. Give them rich, light soil, sufficient water in the growing sea- son. and they bloom from early summer until frost.
P Grnmliflorum — Deep blue flowers, deeply cupped and star pointed.
P. Album — Pure white flow- ers with the same habit as Grandiflorum.
Platycodon.
PYRETHRUM.
Too much cannot be said about this superb perennial, which will thrive under almost any conditions. Splendid for cutting lasting a week in good condition.
Hybridum, Mixed (Single) — In the choicest shades of red and pink. June flowering.
Uliginosum — Grows 4 to 5 feet high, covered with large Marguerite-like flowers. The individual flowers are often 4 to 5 inches across and borne on a good stiff stem.
PINKS — (Hardy.)
These are the old time Spice or Clove Pinks, and are indispensable for edging the hardy border, and also make beautiful independent beds. Their fragrance is delightful, are a most excellent cut flower, and will grow and suc- ceed anywhere.
Hardy Pink.
Homer — Rosy red with dark center.
Her Majesty — Large pure white flowers. Very fine. Juliette — White laced crimson.
Stanislaus — Rose with crimson ring.
Swan — An everblooming pure white.
POPPIES.
A Cluster of Pyrethrum in Our Nursery.
Oriental Poppies in Our Nursery.
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POPPIES— (Contd.)
ORIENTAL POPPY.
The perennial Poppies with their rich and brilliant col- ors make a dazzling effect during the summer months, and whether planted singly or in masses their large flowers and freedom of bloom render them conspicuous in any position. They are of the easiest culture, almost any kind of soil suits them, but they do best in a deep rich loam. Give them water occasionally during dry weather and they will increase in size and floriferousness for several years.
Oriental King — Large size, rich crimson.
Princess Victoria Louise — Salmon pink.
Salmon Queen — A beautiful shade of salmon yellow.
Mrs. Marsh — A fine large bronze scarlet, very showy.
Iceland Poppies.
Iceland Poppies — These plants give a profusion of cup- shaped flowers throughout the entire season and are very useful for cutting. Colors while, yellow and orange.
PRIMULA — (Hardy Primroses.)
The hardy Primroses are invaluable as low growing plants on the front of the hardy border. With the Auric- ula, also one of the Primroses, they are coming into an- other term of well-deserved popularity.
P. Eleatior — The well known Gold-laced Polyanthus. One of the earliest spring flowering plants, with large heads of bloom that are best expressed by the term — Gold Laced.
Primula Veris — The English Cowslip. Who does not know the Cowslip, with its heads of deliciously fragrant flow- ers, one of the earliest to welcome the advent of spring.
RUDBECKIA.
Golden Glow — This never seems to lose its popularity— it is very showy and easily managed, four to five feet.
RUDBECKIA PURPUREA.
Flowers about 4 inches across, of a peculiar reddish pur- ple with a large brown cone shaped center.
Each 15c, 25c and 50c
Each, either variety (Postpaid) 20c, 30c, 65c
Rudbeckia (Golden Glow.)
SAPONARIA.
S. Caucasia — A splendid hardy plant, producing white rose- tinted flowers all summer and fall. 15 inches.
SCABIOSA— (Mourning Bride.)
SCABIOSA JAPONICA.
One of the handsomest of the hardy perennials, bearing on long, wiry stems beautiful artistic lavender blue flow- ers. A fine cut flower. 18 to 24 inches.
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Our roses never fail to give satisfaction in this section.
They are grown for the Northwest, tested and tried, and are ready when planted to grow and bloom at once Do not fail to note our PEERLESS collections of roses. They cannot be equaled. Pages 34.
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SWEET ROCKET— (Hesperis.)
Strong growing perennials, forming bushy plants 3 to 4 feet high. Well known, and very valuable for cut flowers. Will succeed in almost any position.
White — Large flowered.
Purple — Large flowered.
STATICE — (Great Sea Lavender.)
S. Latifolia — A noble plant for hardy border. Produces clumps of leather-like leaves, with heads of bloom which frequently measure 24 inches across, covered with small blue flowers, and lasting until frost. The flower sprays when cut and allowed to dry will keep in almost their fresh cut appearance for months.
TROLLIUS— (Globe Flower.)
Handsome free flowering plants, producing most pro- fusely from May to September, giant buttercup-like blooms of a yellow and orange color, on stems from 1 to 2 feet high. They prefer a half-shady position and a light soil.
Each, 35c; postpaid 50c
S'f-ASTA DAISY — See Chrysanthemum Maximum, Page 38.
SPIREA— (Astilbe.)
This plant while very hardy, is perhaps grown in great- er quantities than any other for Easter, with the excep- tion of the Easter Lily. Its beautiful white feathery plumes of bloom stand well above the foliage, which is also very ornamental. It will grow in almost any location, but prefers a loose sandy rich soil, and requires plenty of water in the growing season. A few plants of this are indispensable in laying out a hardy border in this section, and are of the easiest cultivation.
S. Gladstone — White plumes borne in great profusion.
Early flowering. 18 inches.
Blooming Plants — at Easter, $1.00.
Dormant Roots — each, 50c.
STOKESIA CYANEA — (Cornflower Aster.)
Lavender-blue Cornflower-like blossoms borne on long, stiff stems. Does well in sunny position and is adapted for both border or massing.
SWEET WILLIAM— (See Dianthus, Page 39.)
THALICTRUM— (Meadow Rue.)
Exceedingly graceful and handsome flowered plants, and great favorites for the hardy border everywhere.
T. Adiantifolium — One of the most handsome of the spe- cies, with finely cut foliage resembling the Maiden Hair Fern, and profusely bearing small white flowers. Two feet.
VALERIANA COCOENIA.
A fine hardy plant, with very showy heads of reddish flowers, produced in great numbers on stems about two feet high. A constant bloomer until frost.
VERONICA MARITIMA.
This well known “Speedwell” is one of the best of the genus, bearing long spikes of blue flowers from July until the early frosts. 2 feet.
VINCA (or Periwinkle.)
Minor — Also known as Trailing Myrtle. This petty ever- green is extensively used for covering graves, producing in the spring an abundance of blue flowers.
Each 25c and 35c
Each (Postpaid). 35c and 65c
V. Minor Argentea Variegata — This new introduction is of the same habit as V. Minor, equally as hardy, but has beautifully silver edged foliage. A most valuable acqui-
sition.
Small plants 15c each $1.50 per doz.
Postpaid, 20c each $1.65 per doz.
Large plants, 50c each... postpaid 60c
Large plants, $5.00 per dozen by express.
FOR PRICES OF HARDY PERENNIALS NOT QUOTED, SEE PAGE 36.
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PEONIES
These old-time favorites are more than ever claim- ing the front rank of popularity. The new varieties introduced in recent years with their great variety of exquisite colors and such perfect flowers possess a strik- ing individuality and planted singly or in groups pro- duce a gorgeous effect. Their only requirements are a good rich soil and a sunny position, which however, is not absolutely necessary as they thrive almost equally well in a partly shaded position. A liberal supply of water during the growing season being sufficient to give an abundance and wealth of flowers, producing a gor- geous effect not equalled by any other flower.
PEONIA OFFICINALIS.
This is the old fashioned Peony and conies into bloom from ten days to two weeks ahead of the other sorts. All are strong growers, with full fragrant flowers. 'Officinalis Rosea — Double rose.
'Officinalis Rubra — Double blood red.
Officinalis Mutabilis — Pink changing to white.
newer Varieties.
Achille — Rosy red orange center.
Baron Rothschild — Deep rose, mid-season. Long stem. Edulus Superbus — Dark rose with light rose center. Eugene Verdier — Pink, very full flower.
'Felix Grousse — Brilliant red.
Ne Plus Ultra — Dark rose, very large.
'Queen Victoria — Creamy white, early.
Humei — Deep rose, large fragrant flower.
Rosea Magna — Dark pink, lilac center.
Thorbecki — Delicate rose.
Comata — Very dark red.
'Festiva Maxima — Creamy white with carmine center.
'Lady Bramwell — Silvery rose.
Floral Treasure — Very large lilac rose.
Each 50c, 75c, $1.00
Each (Postpaid) 60c, 90c $1.25
Those marked with * can be supplied in larger size at $2.00 each, by express only.
State Nursery and Seed tCo.’s
“Peerless” Collections Hardy Perennials
We have had a steadily increasing demand for these collections, and have received many flattering testimonials as to their value. They include only varie- ties that have proven hardy under the most trying conditions in this section, and will give a succession of bloom dur- ing the entire summer. For a detailed description of the varieties named see the classified list, pages 36 to 46.
“PEERLESS” COLLECTION NO. 1 HARDY PERENNIALS One of Each of the Following:
Anchusa, Aquilegia, Delphinium, Gaillardia, Hardy Phlox, Gypso- phila, Oriental Poppy, Physotegia, Heliopsis, Sweet Rocket, Geum, Shasta Daisy Lynthrum Roseum.
Collection $1.50
Postpaid $1.75
“PEERLESS” COLLECTION NO. 2 HARDY PERENNIALS One of Each of the Following:
Achillea, Bleeding Heart, Core- opsis, Lahceclata, Chrysanthe- mum Maximum, Sweet William, Delphinium, Lychnis Jhalcedon- ica, Iceland Poppy, Agrostemma, Hardy Phlox Anchusa, Holly- hock, Pyrethrum.
Collection * $1.50
Postpaid , $1.75
“PEERLESS” COLLECTION NO. 3 HARDY PERENNIALS One of Each of the Following:
Aquilegia, Shasta Daisy, Gail- lardia, Campanula, Lychnis, Sapo- naria, Oriental Poppy, Physos- tegia.
Collection $1.00
Postpaid $1.25
COLLECTIONS NOS. 1 & 2, by express collect, for only $2.50.
COLLECTIONS NOS. 1, 2 & 3, by express collect, for only $3.50.
COLLECTIONS NOS. 1 & 3, OR NOS. 2 & 3, YOUR CHOICE, by express collect, for only $2.25.
Helena, Montana.
HARDY SHRUBS 47
Ornamental Plants for Porches, Terraces and Lawns.
These plants are greatly used in all sections of the country for the decoration of lawns, terraces and porches. No home with a good expanse of lawn or terrace or with large porch stoops, appears to the best advantage without some finish of this character, and the plants we offer, grown in tubs, cannot be surpassed for this purpose. They require the protection of a good shed and a covering of straw for the winter. They are oftimes when not too large, used for interior hall dec- oration for the winter months. Do not allow them to suffer for water in the summer.
ACUBA JAPONICA.
This plant is a half hardy evergreen, and should be far better known in this section. For years it has been used in the older sections of the country, and is now becoming a dependable plant for general decora- tion. Very useful for porch and house decoration.
A. Viridis — A green leaved variety, large, glossy deep green foliage, bushy habit, and producing very freely large green berries, turning to bright red in winter.
A. Variegata — A duplicate of the preceding variety, but with foliage spotted with creamy white. A handsome plant for any season.
Each, either variety, in pots $1.50 bv express only.
KOSTER’S BLUE SPRUCE.
(Picea Pun gen Kosteriana .)
This wonderfully decorative plant is quite hardy when planted out in the lawn to grow into a specimen decorative plant. When grown in a tub for decorative work on the porch, and for the house in winter, it is simply beautiful, and when too large, it can be trans- planted to the lawn for permanent ornamentation. The foliage is a bright silvery blue, of bushy habit.
Each, 2 feet high, in pots or tubs, $6.00; per pair, $10.00 By Express Only.
HOLLY.
(Ilex Pyrmidalis.)
This is always in demand for Xmas decoration, and these handsome plants we offer each winter are well filled with their bright scarlet berries. The bright sheen of their deep green foliage makes them a most desirable plant for the lawn for summer, and for the house, in winter, when covered with their brilliant fruit, they are unsurpassed.
Each, in tubs 2% feet high, $3.00. By express only.
Boxwood.
Boxwood are now used very extensively in decor ating porches, terraces or lawns ; their glossy green foli- age and symmetrical shapes produce a showy and at-
tractive effect. Evergreen.
Each 3 feet high, $4.00 Per pair $7.50
Each 4 feet high, $6.50 Per pair $12.00
Each 4% feet high, $8.00 Per pair $15.00
By Express Only.
Rhododendrons.
RHODODENDRONS.
A grand genus — with huge heads of bloom in the most wonderful colorings. Their foliage is also as at- tractive as any evergreen known. Once grown, no lover of decorative plants will be without these mag- nigicent adornments to the home.
Colors: Light pink, deep pink, red.
Each, large plants in tubs $2.50
We can furnish these plants for Easter decoration in bloom at $3.00 to $5.00 each.
State Nursery and Seed Co.
48 HARDY SHRUBS— (Continue!)
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Hardy Shrubs
Both evergreen and decidious shrubs are an in- dispensable part of a well balanced garden. The varieties we list have been proven hardy in this climate, and we are constantly adding to the list, as fast as we determine the hardiness of desirable varieties. Those listed as half-hardy can be grown in this climate suc- cessfully with a protection of straw during the winter, the treatment required being the same as described for the winter protection of Roses, on page 39. The varie- ties we list will well repay this little care. Not only are hardy shrubs desirable as borders, but very many of them make beautiful specimen plants for the decora- tion of any lawn, and they are unusually attractive for cemetery planting. A thorough spading of the soil with the addition of well rotted stable manure before planting, and an occasional light cultivation of the surface to keep down weeds, water if in a dry location during the growing season, and a mulch of manure or a light top dressing of bone meal in the fall, are all the requirements that are needed to secure good results. For pruning, very little is required. Shrubs that bloom early in the season should be trimmed immediately after the blooming period is over. Shrubs that bloom late in the season, or fall, should be pruned early in the spring. All that is needed is to keep them trimmed to a symmetrical form, to remove all dead wood, and enough of the surplus wood to insure a good circula- tion of air and sunshine to all parts of the plant and border. We can usually supply large specimen plants of the varieties listed at a reasonable price. Write for special prices on your requirements in large or speci- men plants.
AZALEAS— (Half Hardy.)
This is another grand genus, and while requiring some protection in the winters of Montana, are well worth the trouble expended on them. They come in a variety of colors, and are in bloom very early, before the foliage be- gins to develop.
A. Mollis — In pink, red and white.
A. Japonica — In pinks and reds.
Each $1.50
BERBERiS (Barberry.)
Thunbergii or Japanese — This grows in the form of a dense bush bearing yellow flowers and then scarlet berries. In Autumn the foliage assumes a gorgeous coloring of gold and scarlet. In quantity, the variety forms an im- penetrable hedge and is exceptionally valuable for this purpose.
Common — The well known variety with yellow flowers and red berries. The latter are largely used for jelly.
Each, either variety 50c and $1.00
Postpaid 60c and $1.15
Barberry.
CORNUS — (Dogwood.)
Our Native Dogwood is a very ornamental shrub and in rows it is an effective windbreak. White flowers followed by white berries.
Each, 50c; postpaid- 60c
DEUTZIA GRACILLIS.
A handsome dwarf growing shrub, which actually cov- ers itself with a mass of pure white blooms, borne in racemes, opening before the foliage has time to develop. One of the earliest shrubs to flower. Half-hardy, and requires protection in winter.
Each 75c
ELDERBERRY — (See Sambucus. Page 53.)
FLOWERING CRAB.
Medium sized tree, perfectly hardy, producing an abun- dance of delicate pink blossoms of great fragrance.
Each, 75c; postpaid 90c
FORSYTHA INTERMEDIA.
Golden Bells — A well known and justly favorite hardy shrub covering itself early in the spring with yellow blossoms. Each 3 to 4 feet, $1.00.
GENISTA ANDREANA.
A handsome variety of the Scotch Broom, bearing very early in the spring beautiful pea-shaped and fragrant yel- low flowers in great profusion. Half-hardy, requiring winter protection.
Each $1.00
DO NOT OVERLOOK OUR "PEERLESS" HOLLYHOCKS DEPICTED ON FRONT COVER.
FOR DESCRIPTION, SEE PAGE 40.
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HARDY SHRUBS— (Continued.) 49
HONEYSUCKLE (Bush)
The Tree Lilac is one of the many improvements that have been made on the “old purple” and has permanently set the Lilac in the front rank as an ornamental shrub. The Tree Lilac was introduced in Montana by us eight years ago and has proven a decided success.
Russian Honeysuckle.
Russian, Rush or Tartarian — One of the best shrubs. Many people think it is a vine, but it is a distinct shrub as much as a Lilac is. If you have not seen this, we strongly recommend it to you. For planting against a wall or anything to be hidden it is unsurpassed. For hedges it is also of great service. During the Spring months it is entirely covered with white and pink blos- soms. It rivals the Lilac in beauty and excels it in hardiness.
Each 25c, 50c and $1.00
Large specimens - $2.00
(FOR CLIMBING HONEYSUCKLES See Page 52.)
HYDRANGEA
(SEE ALSO PLANT DEPARTMENT, PAGE 20.)
Hydrangeas are undoubtedly one of the best known and most popular flowering shrubs grown. The flowers which come in thick masses, have a peculiarity all their own. Hydrangea Arborescens — This is a hardy shrub, but needs a covering of straw in win! er.
Paniculata Grandiflora— A profuse bloomer, and very pop- ular. The flowers are borne in pyramidal panicles which when they first open are white, but make a gradual and interesting change to a rose color.
Each, either variety 50c
Postpaid 65c
Tree Lilac.
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TREE LILACS.
Double Varieties.
Alphonse Lavalee — Blue, shading to violet, large panicles. Dr. Troyanowsky — Mauve; enormous panicles.
Lamarack — Rosy lilac, very large panicles.
Leon Simon — Bluish crimson: compact blooms.
Madame Lemoine — Superb double white.
Marc Michaeli — Clear lilac blue: enormous double flowers. Michael Buchner — Dwarf: pale lilac: very double.
LILACS
These shrubs have been planted for generations, but are as great a favorite today as ever. Our stock of Lilacs is complete and without rival in the norlhwest. The shrubs never looked better and the prices, compared with the quality and size of the bushes, are unequalled. Our selec- tion includes all the standard varieties and the most recent introductions. The strong and hardy Lilacs sent out by us cannot be beaten. Our Lilacs are Montana grown and adapted lo the northwest climate, 'especially the Purple, White and Persian varieties of the Bush types.
Single Varieties.
Charles X. — Purplish red.
Colmariensis — Large pale blue flowers, fine foliage. Japonica — A late creamy white variety.
Lilarosa — Silvery pink: a favorite.
Souvenir de Ludwig Spaeth — Dark purplish red: large flowers.
Viviand-Morels — Light, bluish lilac white center: good all round variety.
William Robinson — Violet mauve; popular.
Each ...$1.00; (he fourteen, $12.00
50 HARDY SHRUBS— (Continued.)
State Nursery and Seed Co.
OLEASTER— RUSSIAN OLIVE.
(Elaiginus Augustifolia.)
This is a new introduction to this section, and a decided acquisition to our hardy shrubs. The foliage is of a deep green on the upper side, and silvery white underneath, narrow and about three inches long. The flowers are yel- low, very fragrant, and borne in great profusion in June. Its bushy habit will make it a favorite for hedge and screen purposes, as well as for ornamental specimen planting.
Each 3 feet 50c
RIBES — (Flowering Currant.)
A most desirable ornamental shrub. They are easily grown and vigorous, with the most beautiful foliage and racemes of beautiful pink blossoms. Is a native of Mon-
tana. Each, 25c; postpaid 35c
SAMBUCUS— (Elderberry.)
Very useful for a screen or windbreak.
Each, 50c; postpaid 70c
SIBERIAN PEA— (Caragana.)
Notwithstanding recent introductions to this and similar shrubs, this favorite holds its own. It bears yellow, pea-
like blossoms during May and June.
Each, 50c; postpaid 70c
SNOWBERRY.
One of its most valuable features is the succession of pure white berries immediately after the blooming is fin- ished. Each, 25 and 50c; postpaid 35c and 60c
Snowball.
SNOWBALL — (Viburnum.)
Always a favorite, with its large globular, pure white flowers. Stands out conspicuously in any landscape work.
Each, 50c and $1.00; postpaid. ...60c and $1.25 V. Carlesi — A new introduction from Korea, producing del- icately spice-scented flowers in June. The unopened buds are a beautiful pink, opening to handsome white umbels of pure white resembling a huge Bouvardia, and lasting for weeks. A wonderful plant for the lawn or cemetery.
Each $1.50
LILACS— (Con td.)
A Hedge of Lilacs.
BUSH LILACS.
Purple — One of the most popular and extensively planted. White — Flowers are a fragrant, beautiful white.
Each, either variety 50c, 75c and $1.00
Madame Lemoine — Magnificent panicles of large double white blooms. (In tree form also.)
Each 75c and $1.00
Persian — This is quite distinct, with small fol- iage, .graceful growth. Color the true lilac sh ade
Each, ’50c, $1.00, $2.00 Lilac Rooted Cuttings —
We receive many in- quiries for young plants suitable for the planting of hedges of these favorites, and are now prepared to offer well rooted cuttings of the Purple and White varieties for this pur- pose. These are the varieties that have proven Ihe most hardy and adaptable for this Per 100,. $10.00
Purple Lilac.
use in this climate.
Philadelphus.
PHILADELPHUS.
Philadelphus — (Syringa or Mock Orange.) A beautiful and well known flowering shrub; a native and therefore quite hardy; very rich fragrance.
Each 25c and 50c
Postpaid 35c and 65c
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HARDY SHRUBS— (Continued.) 51
SPIREAS
Van Houtii — The grandest of all the white Spireas ; it is of compact habit and a beau- tiful ornament for the lawn at any season, but when in flower it is a complete foun- tain of white bloom, almost completely covering the foliage.
Each 25c and 50c
Postpaid 35c and 70c
Bumalda — A dwarf variety, about a foot high; blooms from June till October in clusters of rosy pink flowers.
Each 25c and 50c
Postpaid 35c and 70c
Sorbifolia ( Ash Leaved Spirea) — Beautiful foliage and white flowers.
Each 25c and 50c
Postpaid 35c and 70c
S. Prunifolia ( Bridal Wreath ) — Another favorite variety. It produces long spikes of double white blooms very freely, in May and June.
Each 25c and 50c
Postpaid 35c and 70c
Strawberries and
Bush Fruits?
We have pamphlets on the culture and care of each of these popular sub- jects. Send for the one you are interested in — Free.
Spirea (Van Houtti.)
Are You Interested In Growing
Sweet Peas?
A Beautiful Lawn?
Spirea Prunifolia (Bridal Wreath.)
52 HARDY VINES.
State Nursery and Seed Co.
Hardy Vines
and Climbers
CHINESE MATRIMONY VINE.
This is a medium sized creeper or trailer, with foliage of a light grayish green. For about four months these masses of foliage variegate from colors of pink to purple. In the fall its branches are covered with bright fruits.
Each, 50c; postpaid 60c
HOP ROOTS
For quickness in covering res;dences fences, arbors, etc., the Hop Root leads. The peculiar shade of its foliage, ex- treme hardiness and quick growth makes it a very desir- able vine.
Each 20c; do/., $2.00
Each (Postpaid) 25c; doz., $2.25
Virginia Creeper Growing in Our Nursery.
VIRGINIA CREEPER
(Ampelopsis Quinquefolia.)
One of the most valuable climbers that has been intro- duced in Montana. It is extremely hardy, and will make a beauty spot of any wall. Of rapid growth, and will suc- ceed anywhere. The foliage is a rich bright green in sum- mer, turning in the fall to crimson and gold. This vine cannot be too highly recommended.
Each, 75c and $1.00; postpaid, 85c and $1.25
Extra large plants $2.00 each.
WISTERIA SINENSIS
This half-hardy climber is a great favorite everywhere. It bears innumerable pendulous panicles of violet-blue flowers richly perfumed, early in the season. Requires winter protection in Montana.
Good pot grown plants each $1.00.
SOLANUM (German Bittersweet.)
A vine of rapid growth and climbing habit. Foliage is a beautiful dark green. In the summer it is covered with violet-purple blossoms and hright green fruits, which turn to a brilliant scarlet. Very hardy.
Each 35c
Postpaid 45c
CLEMATIS
One of the most popular of all trailing vines, used for covering house fronts or drooping over retaining walls. When in bloom the dense sheets of blossoms, with their most pleasing fragrance, give a beauty indescribable. Their variety of size, coupled with a wealth of bloom, puts them in a unique position.
Native — We have propagated this beautiful vine in great quantity, believing that when it is better known it will be grown wherever a vine is needed. It ranks with the Virginia Creeper in worth and bears magnificent foliage and masses of sweet scented flowers.
Each good strong roots....50c; postpaid 60c Paniculata — White; grows anywhere with rapidity and profuse blooming; flowers very fragrant.
Each, full grown 50c; postpaid 60c
Henryii — Large pure white flowfers, which are freely pro- duced during summer and early fall.
Jackmanii — This is the popular rich purple variety with large flowers, very hardy and free flowering.
Madame Edouard Andre — Red, very attractive.
Each, pot grown plants $1.00
Each, field grown plants 50c
Each, field grown plants (Postpaid) 60c
HONEYSUCKLES
The Honeysuckles have always been treasured and we have both the climbing and the less well-known bush varieties. (See page 49:)
Halleana — (Monthly.) The old-time sort of climbing habit with white and yellow flowers of delicious scent. Coccinea — The red climbing variety.
Each, either variety 50c and 75c
Postpaid ..65c and 90c
Clamatis Jackmanii in Helena.
Helena, Montana.
SHADE AND ORNAMENTAL TREES 53
Shade and Ornamental Trees
IMPORTANT TO TREE BUYERS.— In
buying shade and fruit trees or other Nursery stock
from THE STATE NURSERY AND SEED CO., you are also getting free of charge the experience of TWENTY-SEVEN YEARS of production of these goods in Montana. This can not be offered you by any other house at any price.
State Nursery and Seed Co.’s trees are the best the Northwest can produce and the numerous unsolicited testimonials we receive bear out that fact. Our location is ideal, with soil, that gives all our trees the one essential requirement, a good strong fibrous root.
Our trees are being planted for parking not only by private persons but by many of the cities throughout the State. We cordially invite correspondence from City authorities on this subject.
Ideal packing is our specialty, the trees reaching you in practically the same condition as when they were dug. Trees are wrapped the full length in burlap and the roots covered with wet moss.
We guarantee all stock true to name, but accept no responsibility other than replacing, in case we make one of those errors which creep into every busy season. Write for special prices when wanted in large quantities
Mountain Ash.
Oak Leaved Mountain Ash.
Oak Leaved Mountain Ash — Of pyramidal growth with foli- age resembling that of the oak.
MOUNTAIN ASII— (Rovvanberry.)
This is one of the most beautiful of our ornamental trees. Their luxuriant pinate and beautiful foliage gives them a very soft appearance.
European Mountain Ash — Extremely hardy with a fine soft shade of green foliage. Bears white blossoms in the Spring and red berries in the Fall, making it an orna- mental tree throughout the season.
Each, either variety, 5 to 6 ft., 75c; doz., $7.50 Each, either variety, 6 to 8 ft. $1.00; doz., $10.00
BALM OF GILEAD.
Well matured trees; have the most exquisite dark and rich shades of foliage. This tree takes root easily and seems to thrive anywhere.
Each, 5 to 6 feet 50c; doz., $5.00
Each, 6 to 8 feet $1.00; doz., $10.00
ASH — (American White.)
The best hardwood tree for Montana. The 7 to 8 foot tree is generally planted for street parkings and we invite correspondence from city authorities.
Each, 6 to 7 ft. high $1.00; doz. $10.00
Each, 7 to 8 ft. high $1.50; doz., $15.00
Specimen Trees, 10 to 15 ft $2.00 to $5.00
54 SHADE AND ORNAMENTAL TREES— (Continued.)
State Nursery and Seed Co.
ELM.
This well known and majestic tree is being more and more recognized as one oi' valuable shade trees in Mon- tana. Our Montana grown stock is in great demand, and fine specimens can be seen in almost every City in the
Each, 6 to 8 feet $1.00; doz., $10.00
WEEPING ELM.
A most picturesque variety of the genus, its irregular pendulous branches, when planted in clusters, forming a huge umbrella-like arbor.
Each, 6 to 8 feet $2.00
Cut Leaved Bireh.
BIRCH— (Cut Leaved Weeping )
The picturesque beauty of its bark and the delicately cut foliage make it very popular. The tree is of a very graceful form and one we consider well worth possessing.
Each, 6 to 8 feet $2.00
Each, 8 to 10 feet $3.00
BOX ELDER.
Often called the Ash Leaved Maple. Requires but mod- erately rich soil, and is of a vigorous growth. Has been so popularly planted that it needs no description.
Each, 5 to 6 ft 50c; doz., $5.00
Each, 7 to 8 ft 75c; doz., $8.00
HORSE CHESTNUT.
This distinct variety is one of the most beautiful of our trees. Its thickly set foliage, combined with the form it takes, makes it well worth trying.
Each $1.00; doz. $10.00
NORWAY MAPLE.
The Maples are increasing in popularity owing to the profusion of foliage and majestic upright rapid growth. Norway Maple — An excellent shade tree, the foliage in the fall assuming very striking tints of yellow.
Each, 6 to 7 feet 75c; doz., $8.00
Each, 7 to 9 feet $1.00; doz. $10.00
“Peerless” Rocky Mountain Lawn Grass Seed
Absolutely an unequaled mixture for Montana and the Northwest.
Pamphlet on LAWNS. THEIR PREPARATION AND CARE, Free, on application.
Do you desire a strong and impenetrable Hedge? Note— The Hansa Rose for this purpose — page 34.
Also the Native Wild Gooseberry, quoted on page 58.
Helena, Montana.
SHADE AND ORNAMENTAL TREES— (Continued.) 55
POPLARS.
Thriving in almost any soil and standing our hardest winters, together with its rapid growth, make the Poplar the most desirable of all shade trees.
Canada Poplar — Very rapid grower, dark green foliage and symmetrical. While we grow this variety in large quan- tity we have never been able to meet the demand. Carolina Poplar — Rapid grower, beautiful foliage, but not as hardy as the other varieties.
Norway Poplar — Another good variety, grows to a very large size.
Silver Leaved Poplar — Under side of leaves are a beautiful silver grey, making it decidedly distinct from any of the other varieties.
Lombardy Poplar — Wonderfully rapid growing and hardy trees in this climate, splendid for windbreaks.
Each, 4 to 5 feet 25c
Prices of Poplars:
Each, 5 to 6 ft., 50c doz., $5.00
Each, 6 to 8 ft. $1.00 doz., $10.00
Each, 8 to 10 ft., $1.50 doz., $15.00
WILLOWS.
We offer these ornamental trees in both variety and quantity of good size and form. Of rapid growth and de- pendable hardiness, they are fast becoming favorites. Golden Willow — Its peculiarly bright golden color makes it a striking contrast in any collection.
Each, 4 to 5 ft 25c; doz., $2.50
Each, 5 to 6 ft 50c; doz., $5.00
Each, 8 to 10 ft $1.00; doz., $10.00
Laurel Leaved Willow — uf very upright growth with a round head. The foliage is a fine shade of deep, shining green.
Each, 6 to 8 ft 75c
Each, 10 to 12 ft $1.00 to $2.00
Russian Willow — Extensively used in the northern parts of Montana as windbreaks.
Each, 5 to 6 ft 50c; doz., $5.00
Each, 6 to 7 ft 75c; doz., $8.00
Each, 8 to 9 ft $1.00; doz., $10.00
One-Year-Old Willows — Suitable for windbreaks, 2 to 4 feet high.
Per 100 : $5.00
Per 1,000 $30.00
Large Specimens of the Russian and Golden Willow, 12 to 15 feet can be supplied. Write for prices on these, stat- ing the quantity needed. Our prices will be interesting.
TREE CUTTINGS.
We sell quantities of Cuttings of the following varieties: Poplars, Willows, Balm of Gilead. These cuttings are about six inches long and in bundles of 100.
Per 100 $1.50; per 1,000, $10.00
ARBOR VITAE.
While a great favorite in many sections, this hardy ever- green has not proven a very satisfactory variety with us. For those who desire to try them we offer them in two sizes.
Young plants, each 25c; postpaid 35c
Large plants 3 feet, each $2.00
Colorado Blue Spruce.
SPRUCE.
The Spruce is by far the most popularly planted, being thought by many the best of the evergreens. Its dense foliage and conical shape makes it, very valuable for both ornamentation and windbreaks.
Colorado Blue Spruce — A rich blue foliage and very stiff pointed.
Each $5.00 to $7.50
Douglas Spruce — Foliage resembles that of Hemlock; of graceful habit.
Each 50c to* $2.00
Norway Spruce — Very dark green, well formed and dense foliage.
Each $1.00, $2.00, $3.00 and $5.00
Write for special prices on specimen trees. Our prices will be interesting.
i PLANTING TREES f
On receiving Trees unpack without delay, cover GUIDE TO PLANTING TREES, ETC.
the roots with earth and water freely. 30 feet apart each way Trees to Acre 50
The roots should never be exposed to the air after 25 feet apart each way 70
wrapping is removed. 20 feet apart each way 110
All bruised ends of roots should be trimmed. 18 feet apart each way 135
When planting do not expose roots by taking more 15 feet apart each way 205
than one tree at a time. 12 feet apart each way 300
All Trees should he planted about 2 inches deeper 10 feet apart each way 435
than they were at the nursery. (The mark at the 8 feet apart each way 680
base determines this depth.) 6 feet apart each way 1210
Complete by well watering. 5 feet apart each way .1745
Soil should be firmly packed around the roots. This 4 feet apart each way 2725
is an essential point. 3 feet apart each way 4840
56 FRUIT TREES AND SMALL FRUITS.
State Nursery and Seed Co.
Fruit Trees and Small Fruits
"We are specialists in Fruit Trees for the private indi- vidual and our stock is grown more especially for this class of trade. Our list is somewhat limited, because we offer only what we have proven to be adapted to the Montana climate. Montana is a cold state and it is useless as we have proved from experience — to expect varieties that do well in milder locations to stand our winters. If, however, you are desirous of getting some- thing we do not list, let us know, and we will supply you, at the same time giving you our candid advice. All the trees listed here we can recommend for hardi- ness and good value, in the best of the standard varie- ties. Our experience of twenty-seven years is offered to you in this catalog in its entirety, free of all charge, an invaluable aid to purchasers of Fruit and other trees.
APPLES
Our Apple Trees are the very highest in vigor. Grown in a medium light soil, they have that one essential thing, a strong fibrous root growth.
Duchess.
Wealthy Apple in Fruit.
Red Astrachan — Comes into bearing very early. Fruit sub-acid and medium. Origin Russia. (Summer variety.)
Jonathan — A delicious and strictly dessert fruit. Origin New York. (A Winter variety.)
Hibernal — One of the hardiest, and will do splendidly in exposed places. Origin Russia. (Fall variety.)
McMahon — Fruit a pale yellow. Origin Wisconsin. (Win- ter variety.)
Each, any variety 75c; doz. $7.50
Our special sizje $1.00; doz., $10.00
Duchess of Oldenburg — One of the hardiest and most pro- ductive of our large apples. Fruit streaked red. (Fall variety.)
Wealthy — Does well wherever grown — leading winter variety for Montana. Large red fruit.
Bismarck — Short stocky tree with thick, healthy foliage — fruit large, yellow, with red cheek; flesh bender and pleasantly acid. (Fall variety.)
Yellow transparent — Earliest and of splendid quality, and does well in any exposed situation. Fruit light yellow.
Fameuse (Snow) — A late Fall variety not large fruit but plenty of it and the quality is grand — dark crimson with snow-white flesh.
McIntosh Red — We have this well-known variety in first class stock.
Alexander — Fall variety — beautifully formed conical fruit and fairly productive. Origin Russia.
N. W. Greening — Origin Wisconsin. Fruit a yellowish green. A Winter variety.
Gano — A rival of the well-known Ben Davis. The tree is a very vigorous grower. Origin Tennessee. Winter variety.
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Kindly note that where not listed | as Postpaid, goods shipped by Express, Collect. We do this because plants not listed as pre- paid we do not consider safe to ship by Parcel Post.
Helena, Montana.
FRUIT TREES AND SMALL FRUITS— (Continued.) 57
BUSH FRUITS
Rocky Mountain Cherry.
BLACKBERRIES
To get best possible resulls plant in rows six feet apart about three feet in the row.
Stone’s Hardy — Vigorous and upright growth. A very de- pendable variety, and although its fruit is a little smaller than others of its class, its extreme hardiness will always keep it a favorite.
Snyder — Very productive and hardy; fruit sweet and juicy, ripens early.
Each 10c; doz., 75c
Each (Postpaid) 20c; doz., $1.00
CHERRIES
Slack Tartarian — This finds considerable favor in many quarters; we list it but it is not hardy with us.
Early Richmond — A splendid variety in dark red.
English Morello — A blackish red sort, acid and juicy.
Stocky Mountain — Grows to a height of four feet and its load of white blossoms in spring is followed by quanti- ties of black fruit that ripens late. A distinct bush.
VsOychour— Similar to Early Richmond, but earlier.
Montmorency — One of the finest flavored and very hardy.
Each $1.00; doz., $10.00
PEARS
CRAB APPLES
PLUMS
S.N.Co.
This fruit does not do well in all parts of Montana, al- though they do splendidly in others.
Flemish Beauty — A fine old variety, large and juicy. Seckel — Small, but of the highest flavor.
Each $1.00; doz., $10.00
Each (Postpaid) $1.25
Hyslop — A very beautiful Grab. Large, deep crimson fruit. Martha — Glossy yellow fruit, shaded red. Transcendent^Very productive; fruit yellow with red cheek. The variety generally used for jelly.
Whitney — Bears quantities of very large fru.t. Good both for eating and cooking. Very hardy.
Each, any variety 75c; doz., $7.50
Each, our special size $1.00; doz., $10.00
Aetna — A most prolific red, of medium size and very hardy.
Common Wild Plum — Well known.
Each 50c
Compass Cherry Plum — This cross between a cherry and plum has proved of great worlh and we have a large and fine stock. Very hardy.
Lombard — Medium sized fruit borne in great quantity.
Weaver— Large purple fruit, very abundant.
De Soto — Red, shaded yellow; of enormous productiveness.
Bradshaw— Very large dark violet red fruit juicy and of splendid quality.
Each $1.00; doz., $10.00
Transcendent Crab.
Pamphlet on CULTURE OF BUSH FRUITS and STRAWBERRIES free - on application.
58 BUSH FRUITS
State Nursery and Seed Co.
Currant (Perieetion.)
CURRANTS
Besides being a desirable fruit bush, it also forms a very ornamental bush in landscape work. Last year our sales of currant bushes were far in advance of previous years, a significant proof of their popularity. Our bushes this year are exceptionally vigorous, upright and compact. Red Variety (Cherry) — Very productive, color a bright red, in profuse clusters.
North Star — Fruit borne on naked stems, quality rich and mild.
Fay’s Prolific — Fruit average, bright red color, thin skin. Common Red — Berry medium to large.
Currant (White Grape.)
White Variety (White Grape)
— Spreading bush and very productive berries very large.
Black Variety (Black Naples)
— Fruit varies from small to large, well known variety.
Each 15c 25c and 50c
Postpaid ..25c, 35c and 65c Perfection — We offered this five years ago and met with a great sale. It is a cross between Fay’s Prolific and White Grape. Quality supe- rior to any yet on the mar- ket. Rich sub-acid flavor with plenty of pulp and few seeds. A valuable addition to the red varieties.
Each 50c: doz., $5.00
Each (Postpaid) 75c
GOOSEBERRIES
When planted a good distance apart and given good, shallow surface cultivation the Goose- berry does exceptionally well in this state, and should be more generally planted. Downing— This is one of the most popular and most wide- ly known of the plants, pro- ducing Gooseberries in fairly good size. The berries are of a light green, tender skin- ned and of excellent flavor.
Gooseberry.
(Columbus — Hardy and large, and we have grown it for | years in unsheltered positions.
!Smithers — A purple variety of medium size, very prolific and hardy.
Each, any variety 25c; doz., $2.50
Each (Postpaid) 35c; doz., $2.75
Native Wild Gooseberry — We offer this for hedges which are desired to turn dogs or other objectionable animals. They can be kept pruned to any desired thickness, and are impenetrable.
Each, 3 to 4 feet, 50c; per 100 $30.00
Campbell’s Early Grape.
GRAPES
The following varieties are (he hardiest.
Campbell’s Early — An improved Concord.
Concord — The most popular.
Worden — Black, hardy, good quality.
Each (Postpaid) 50c
Helena, Montana.
STRAWBERRIES 59
RASPBERRIES
While not necessary it is however, advisable to protect the Rasp- berry canes through the winter; we use straw for this purpose.
Herbert — This is the best variety, grows freely, hardy and produces
its rich red fruit in abundance.
Price (Postpaid) per doz $1.00
Marlboro — Strong grower, fruit large and sweet, red.
Golden Queen — The best of the yellow varieties.
Gregg — Black, splendid yielder.
Price, any of the last three varieties, doz. 75c
STRAWBERRIES
Pamphlet on Strawberry and Bush Fruit Culture FREE, on application.
The fruiting plant that stands the severe conditions of Montana’s climate with splendid credit to itself is the Strawberry. For the space it occupies in the gar- den it is hard to find anything to equal it and our patrons show a constantly increasing appreciation of this fact.
Strawberries are either Perfect or Imperfect flow- ered. The varieties listed below are all of the Perfect flowered type.
We desire to call especial attention to the Everbear- ing varieties quoted. They should prove of more than usual merit for both home culture and market purposes.
Senator Dunlap, P. — Hardy, strong grower, prolific, plant- maker, good bearer of firm berries that stands trans- portation well. The best early, mid-season berry for Montana and more generally planted than any other.
Wm. Belt, P. — No berry sufficiently hardy to stand our high elevations is equal to this in flavor. Plants are good sized and productive. A splendid mid-season berry, sure to please all who grow it who like fine fruit.
Splendid, P. — A new variety in Montana and a very fine one. Plants are hardy and very productive. Berries are irregular in shape, but are of fine flavor. A money- maker for those who grow berries for market.
Stevens’ Late Champion, P. — First fruit matures about a week later than Senator Dunlap. Plants are admirably adapted to Montana; they produce quantities of berries of fine size and flavor.
Ruby, P. — Does very well in all parts of the state. Most of our customers find it a good yielder.
Marshall, P. — A standard variety that has many friends in many parts of the country. It does very nicely in portions of Montana where the climatic conditions are not too severe.
Glen Mary, P. — Does real well in Montana in the more fav- ored localities where it produces a good crop of fruit on plants somewhat similar to Senator Dunlap.
Bederwood, P. — An early variety worthy of trial. Fruit a shade light in color, distinctive in appearance and of fair flavor.
Any of the above varieties (Postpaid).. ..100, $2.00 (Not less than 25 of a kind supplied.)
Everbearing Strawberries
This type of Strawberry is becoming a great favorite in the northwest. Their extreme hardiness, combined with their long bearing season, make them doubly valu- able, not only to the commercial grower for the market, but also for the private garden. Orders for these two splendid varieties of Strawberries will be filled and for- warded direct from the grower and originator, at Bear- mouth, Mont., to our customers.
Progressive, P. — One of the first of the type to be intro- duced. A fine well-colored berry, of delicious flavor. A good shipper.
Superb, P. — Another splendid variety, superb not only in name but in every good quality which goes to make a fine strawberry. A good shipper.
Either variety, per 100 (Postpaid) $2.50
(Not less than 25 of a kind supplied.)
Either variety 500 (Postpaid) $12.00
Either variety 1,000 (Postpaid) $20.00
60 VEGETABLE PLANTS AND GARDEN ROOTS
State Nursery and Seed Co.
Vegetable Plants and Garden Roots
ASPARAGUS.
We offer roots of this vegetable in a tried variety: Palmetto — Early and of excellent quality.
Dozen, 1-year-old 25c; 100 $2.00
Dozen, 2-year-old 50c; 100, $3.00
Dozen, 1-year-old (Postpaid) 45c; 100, $2.40 Dozen, 2-year-old (Postpaid) 60c; 100, $3.60
CABBAGE PLANTS.
The Cabbage Plants we offer are the- best varieties. Copenhagen Market — Earliest and best Cabbage.
Hundred 75c ; 1000, $6.50
Hundred (Postpaid) 85c
Early Varieties — Ready from May 1st.
Hundred 60c; 1000, $5.00
Hundred (Postpaid)... 70c
Late Varieties — Readv from May 10th.
Hundred 60c; 1000, $5.00
Hundred (Postpaid) 70c
Red — For pickling.
Hundred . ,75c
Hundred (Postpaid) 85c
Savoy —
Hundred 75c
Hundred (Postpaid) .85c
CANTELOUPE.
Plants from 3-inch pots, all ready to grow.
Per dozen $1.00
Postpaid $1.35
PEANUTS.
To those who would like to try these, we are growing them in 3-inch pots, well started.
Per dozen. .$1.00
Postpaid $1.35
WATER MELON.
Well started plants from 3-inch pots.
Per dozen ..$1.00
Postpaid $1.35
CHIVES.
For flavoring.
Each 10c; doz., $1.00
Each (Postpaid) 15c; doz., $1.25
EGG PLANT.
Ready May 20th.
Each 10c; doz., $1.00; 100, $6.00
Each (Postpaid) 15c; doz., $1.15
HORSE RADISH.
Nice roots.
Each 10c; do-z., $1.00
Each (Postpaid) .15c; doz., $1.25
MINT.
Spear — For mint sauce and julep.
Each ..10c; doz., $1.00
Each (Postpaid) 15c; doz., $1.25
PARSLEY.
Each 5c; doz. 50c
Postpaid 10c; doz., 70c
PEPPER.
Large Bell or Bull Nose — The variety for Montana.
Dozen 35c; 100, $2.50
Postpaid 50c; 100, $2.75
RHUBARB.
A very large demand for our Rhubarb roots has caused us to grow them more extensively.
S. N. & S. Co.’s Monarch. — Large red stems.
Each, 2-years-old 20c; doz., $2.00
Postpaid 35c; doz., $2.35
SWEET POTATOES.
Dozen 25c; hundred, $1.50
Dozen (Postpaid) 35c; hundred, $1.75
CAULIFLOWER.
S. N. & S. Co.’s Peerless Snowball — Earliest and best of all.
Hundred. $1.00; 1000 $8.00
Hundred (Postpaid) $1.10
CELERY.
S. N. & S. Co.’s Peerless White Plume — For Fall and Win- ter use.
S. N. & S. Co.’s Peerless Self-Blanching — Early solid, crisp; delicious flavor.
Hundred, either variety $1.00; 1000, $7.50
Hundred (Postpaid) $1.25
CUCUMBERS.
We have the splendid White Spine and Long Green varieties. From pots:
Each, either kind.. .10c: doz., $1.00
Postpaid 15c; doz., $1.25
TOMATOES.
If you were to visit our Greenhouses during the spring months you would wonder what we did with so many tomato plants — yet we never seem to have quite enough to fill all orders.
Pot grown plants while more expensive are far more satisfactory, and when only a few are to be planted we strongly advise the pot. grown.
We list the following varieties as being suited to our climate:
John Baer — The earliest and best.
Bonny Best — Another early sort.
Acme — An old standard.
Earliana — Fruit large.
Montana Beauty — Large and good flavor.
Golden Queen — Solid, smooth and best of the yellow vari- eties.
Dozen, pot grown plants 75c
Dozen, pot grown plants (Postpaid) $1.00
Dozen from boxes 35c; 100, $2.00
Postpaid 40c; 100, $2.20
Helena, Montana.
CUT FLOWERS 61
Cut Flower Department
No. 165 — Bride’s Bouquet of Roses and Valley $15.00 to $25.00
Our Cut Flowers Department is perhaps the most up-to-the-minute of any in Montana. It is in charge of one of the foremost experts in this line obtainable, aided by a corps of capable assistants
The fact that we grow all our own flowers, coupled with the foregoing, insures that all orders for this class of goods will be filled with the highest quality, and put up in the most artistic manner known to the craft.
We also wish to call your attention to the means at our command, whereby we can de- liver cut flowers for any occasion, at any point, in the United States, Canada, or the principal cities of Europe, with the card of the donor attached, and delivered right on the hour required. Orders of this kind are delivered with all charges prepaid and charged to the person giving the order. This is accomplished by means of a Telegraphic Association of the leading florists in all parts of the world, and usually requires but a few hours’ notice.
When time is limited, it is always best to use either Phone or Telegraph, so as to give us the best opportunity possible to get out what you desire, and also prevent exasperat- ing errors and delays.
We are constantly shipping flowers to points as distant as St. Paul on the east, Seat- tle on the west, and to other points equally as far, and delivering them in the best of condi- tion.
The following pages will give some idea to distant customers of what we can offer in this line, and we can always be relied upon to fur- nish the latest and most appropriate designs in an]/thing floral, for any occasion whatever.
For cut flowers for any purpose. Phone (Bell) 327, Helena, Montana, between the hours of 8 A. M. and 6 P. M. After 6 P. M. telegraph the STATE NURSERY AND SEED CO., Helena, Mont., and we will guarantee satisfaction.
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No. 1 — Funeral Spray of Carnations. $3.00 to $10.00
No. 2 — Pillow. $7.50 to $20.00
Helena, Montana.
CUT FLOWERS— (Continued.) 63
Funeral Emblems
We can, at very short notice, make up almost any flcral emblem wanted. The Emblems most generally used are:
Wreaths
Pillows
Crosses
Rock of Ages.
Anchors
Hearts
. $3.00 to $25.00 . $5.00 to $25.00 . $3.00 to $25.00 $20.00 to $50.00 $3.00 to $20.00 $3.00 to $15.00
Harps
Stars
Lyre
Broken Wheel.... Broken Column Gates Ajar
$10.00 to $35.00 . $3.00 to $15.00 $10.00 to $35.00 $12.00 to $50.00 $10.00 to $40.00 $15.00 to $50.00
Emblems of Fraternal Organizations.
Prices range from $5.00 to $25.00 each. When ordering state amount you wish to pay and we will guar- antee satisfaction.
No. 1 7 — A Funeral Spray of Callas with their Own Foliage. $5.00 to $15.00
No. 70 — Broken Column $11.00 to $25.00
Funeral Sprays
We make more Sprays than anything else for funerals. Most any seasonable flower is suitable and quite appropriate for this purpose. When the choice is left to us, we select the best flowers we have. Prices range from $3.00 to $20.00.
Blanket or Casket Cover
There are made either plain or very elabor- ate, and prices range from $35.00 to $75.00.
Table Decorations
Table Center Pieces artistically made up and ready for immediate use. . Can be deliv- ered to most any part of the state. Prices
$3.00 to $10.00.
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Shower Bouquets
Our Shower Bouquet for the Bride, made up of either Orchids, Bride-Roses, Lily of the Valley or other seasonable flowers. Tied up with loops of white baby ribbon and chiffon, giving them lightness and airiness. Can be carried by the most particular of Brides.
Prices $15 to $35
Bridesmaid Bouquets are usually made in color to correspond with the ladies’ gown.
Prices $10 to $25
The less elaborate Bride or Bridesmaid Bouquet are more often used. Being simply a bunch of flowers well made up and all ready to carry.
Bride Bouquet ..$5 to $15
Bridesmaid Bouquet __.$4 to $12
We also make up Corsages of Orchids, Violets, Roses or other seasonable flowers.
Prices $1 to $10
For Anniversaries, Birthdays, etc., we carry the latest novelties in Baskets, Ferneries, Jardineres, Horseshoes, etc., and filled with choicest flowers. Prices From $5.00 up
Cut Flowers
American Beauties.
Pink Roses
White Roses...
Yellow Roses.
Carnations
Lily of the Valley
(Season Dec. to June.)
Violets
(Season Sept, to April.)
Chrysanthemums
(Season Oct. to Jan.)
Daffodills
(Season Jan. to April.)
Tulips
(Season Jan. to April.)
Narcissus
(Season Jan. to April.)
Gladiolus
(Season June to Oct.)
.Asters
(Season June to Oct.)
Peonies
(Season June.)
Orchids
Easter Lilies
(Season Feb. to May.)
Calla Lilies...
(Season Oct. to June.)
Fern Leaves
Asparagus Fern Sprays Asparagus Fern Strings. Smilax
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All prices are subject to change. Prices are usually higher at Christmas, New Year, Easter and Decora- tion Day. Write for special lists for these dates.
Our flowers are all grown at the Nursery and therefore, fresh, and will stand a journey of from one to three days.
We guarantee safe arrival of all flowers, especially when sent by express.
Some idea of the enormous volume of our Cut Flower business in this section, and of our ability to promptly fill all orders, may be gathered by reference to the accompanying photo. This depicts the range of glass devoted entirely to the growing of carnations for Cut Flowers, and requiring about 50,000 plants to fill the benches.
S. N. & S. Co.’s Carnation Range.
Helena, Montana.
SEED DEPARTMENT 65
Spring, 1917 — Twenty-Seventh Year
SEED DEPARTMENT
Suggestions to our Customers in Ordering from this Catalogue, the reading
of which will aid both you and us.
EARLY ORDERS — Our rush season comes in the months of March and April. Orders sent AT ONCE secure prompt shipment at the proper time from full stocks.
HOW TO ORDER — Write your name, postoffice, state and express office and railroad company plainly with ink, on every order, and also when you write us concerning it. Give plain express, mail or freight directions; where none are given, we route goods at buyer’s risk.
USE ORDER SHEET — The use of our order sheet enclosed in this catalogue is a great help to us in filling and shipping orders. Instructions for use are on the sheet. More will be sent on receipt of a postal asking for same. Flower or Vegetable Seed orders should plainly state quantity before the name of the variety. Plant orders should give quantity, variety and price. Do not write letters on order sheet.
KEEP A COPY OF YOUR ORDER and mark off goods as received. Sometimes items may be sold out or will follow later, in which case a slip is enclosed with other goods, or notice sent.
ORDERS ARE PROMPTLY FILLED and as far as practicable, in rotation. All orders not shipped on day of receipt are acknowledged by a postcard giving the number of the order on our files. If you do not hear from an order sent us within a reasonable time, send us a duplicate of it, giving date of order, amount of same, form of remittance, your full name and address, and if you have received the card of acknowledgment, the number of the order given on that eard. If you will, in case of what appears to you to he an unreasonable delay, give us these items of information in your letter regarding the order, it will aid us greatly and save valuable time in the rush season in tracing the order.
ALWAYS, IF POSSIBLE, in writing in reference to an order, give the number of the order above referred to.
MISTAKES — These will happen in spite of all care. Write us at once with a copy of original order if possible, and errors will be promptly rectified. Please do not return goods until you hear from us.
FREIGHT OR EXPRESS — All express lines in the United States and Canada carry seeds at special rates. Plants come at the same special rate when out of pots and this includes nursery stock. On moderate sized orders, we advise express shipment rather than freight.
HOW TO SEND MONEY — Send cash with order (as we do not open book accounts for small amounts) by Draft, Postoffice or Express Money Order whenever possible; these are cheap and safe. Postage stamps are taken as cash for small amounts and we prefer denominations such as 5c, 10c or 15c. Registered letters can be sent from any postoffice, and your receipt sent you by return mail, by which you know it has reached us. Local checks are accepted. Make money orders or checks payable to State Nursery and Seed Co.
RECOMMENDATIONS — We tender our sincere thanks to the numerous customers who have been kind enough to recommend us. We are always pleased to mail our catalogue to friends of our customers on request. We catalogue only such goods as have proved suitable to our climate'. We trust that our efforts to simplify the task of selection will meet the approval of our many friends. Our seeds are the best that can be obtained, and our facilities for testing same are unexcelled.
SEEDS BY WEIGHT— All our seeds are sold by weight, which wie believe to be the most satisfactory method. Half pounds and over, at pound rate; less than half-pounds at ounce or quarter-pound rates.
All Flower and Vegetable Seeds in pkt., oz„ %-lb., pint, or quart, sent, prepaid to your Railroad Station or Post- office, except where noted. Field Seeds by freight at purchaser’s expense.
DISCOUNTS ON ORDERS FOR SEEDS IN PACKETS AND OUNCES ONLY:—
Customers sending $ .50 $1.00 $2.00 $3.00 $4.00
May select extra seeds in packets and ounces to value of .10 .25 .50 .75 1.00
THIS DISCOUNT applies only to orders for Vegetable and Flower Seeds in packets or ounces and does not include Seeds by weight (14-lb. or over) or collections or bulb and plant orders, nor can it be applied to orders sent at dif- ferent times during the season, or combined with our special club offer on Page 1.
FARMERS READY REFERENCE BOOK— The most complete farm book on the market. Every department of farm life covered in detail by experts. One book free with $5.00 order for seeds or plants; one book to a customer. Please mention this offer when ordering, if desired.
NATIONAL COOK BOOK— A myanual of Good Recipes, carefully chosen from the contributions of over two thou- sand successful cooks and chefs in this and foreign countries, also useful notes on the various classes of good things to eat, all of which have been carefully checked and re-checked by competent authority. Special attention has been given to Bread and Pastry Making and the various dainties dear to good cooks. One Book free with $5.00 order of Seeds or Plants; one Book to a customer. Please mention this offer when ordering, if desired.
SPECIAL PREMIUM FOR THE FARMER, a Set of Weed Seeds showing 20 varieties of weeds with their common and botanical names, also instructions for testing seed of all kinds, a set free with a Ten Dollar order for Field Seeds.
OUR RESPONSIBILITY — It is so manifestly impossible for the seller of any perishable article to be responsible' for what may happen to it after it le'aves his hands, especially one like seeds or plants, which are planted in the ground under varying conditions of soil and climate, that we-, in common with all American seed houses, disclaim responsibility as to the crop which may be raised from seeds which we sell. At the same time in case of any failure to secure proper results caused from some inherent fault in the seeds themselves the State Nursery and Seed Co. accepts responsibility, not for crop, but to the extent of the amount of money paid for the seeds, if immediately advised. (Or seeds may be returned. See below.) We wish it understood that all our seeds are sold under the following general non-warranty.
We do not warrant in any way. express or implied, the contents or the description, quality, productiveness or any other matter, of any seeds, bulbs, plants, shrubs or trees sold by us, and we will not in any way be responsible for the crop. If the purchaser does not accept these goods on above terms, no sale is made thereof, and he must return them at once, and money will be refunded. Subject to above conditions, we sell at the moderate prices herein quoted.
STATE NURSERY AND SEED CO., Incorporated.
66 FLOWER SEEDS— (Continued.)
State Nursery and Seed Co.
FLOWER SEEDS
ABRONIA UMBELLATA— (Sand Ver-
bent) i Pkt. 5c
Very pretty trailing plants with numerous clusters of sweet-scented flowers. Rosy lilac, with white eye. Does well in light soil. Annual.
ACROLINIUM Mixed, Pkt.., 5c
White or Rose Per Pkt., 10c
This beautiful everlasting flower is largely used for winter bouquets for which purpose the flowers should be cut before they are fully expanded. Half-hardy annual.
ANNUALS — Bloom, first year from seed and die after one season.
BIEimi.'i.IiS — Bloom second year from seed and plant dies after sec- ond year.
PEBEETlTIABSi — Bloom second year from seeds and plant lives and blooms for several years.
^E!NfBE3S — Means plant will not stand the least frost.
HALP-HASDY — Means plant will stand a little frost and needs pro- tection.
HAKDY — Means plant will stand con- siderable frost.
AMMOBIUM (White) Pkt., 10c
This pretty white everlasting flower should be in every garden, grows well in sandy soil.
AMARANTHUS— (Coxcomb)
Mixed Pkt., 5c
These plants afford brilliant con- trasts of colors, being useful for bor- ders and srroups; also, where foli- age effects are desired. The leaves and stems are of different shades of red, blended with green. Half-hardy annual.
AFRICAN GOLD DAISY..., Pkt., 10c
The single daisy-like flowers are 2(4 inches in diam- eter, and of a unique glossy terra cotta orange, which brilliant coloring is rendered the more: conspicuous by I he dark disc surrounded by a black zone. The plants grow from 12 to 15 inches high and are very profuse flowering, especially in dry situations. Hardy annual.
AFRICAN GOLD DAISY— Mixed Hybrids Pkt., 10c
AFRICAN GOLD DAISY— Double (New) Pkt., 25c
A rich and varied mixture, about 50% come, double. AGERATUM — (Floss Flower) — Blue perfection Pkt., 5c
A hardy annual of easy culture, especially valuable for bedding, as it is literally covered with blossoms' all sum- mer. Sow the seed early in the spring.
ALYSSUM — (Maritinum, Sweet
Alyssum.) Oz.. 25c; Pkt., 5c
Six to eight inches high. A frag- rant. hardy annual, bearing spikes of small white flowers in great profusion throughout the summer and autumn. Useful for border or early bedding flowers. Sow the seed early in spring.
ALYSSUM— (Little Dorrit)..Pkt. 10c A novelty of late introduction, of dwarf and very bushy habit. Ex- ceedingly useful for border and cemetery purposes.
ALYSSUM— (Little Gem)— Pkt. 10c Three to four inches high: fine for borders.
ASPARAGUS — (Sprengeri)— Em- erald Feather Pkt., 10c
Adapted to suspended baskets; 1 to 4 feet. An excellent trailing house plant, as it withstands a dry atmosphere and succeeds every- where. Remains fresh a long time after cutting.
ANTIRRHINUM — (Tom Thumb) Mixed, Pkt., 10c
Beautiful dwarf growing bushy variety. Flowers are handsome and produced in great profusion the entire season. It is not only desirable for beds and groups but also for pot culture. Perennial.
ANTIRRHINUM— (Semi Dwarf)— Choice mixed Pkt., 10c
A splendid type, growing in height between the Tom Thumb and Giant forms of this noble plant.
ANTIRRHINUM — (Giant Grandiflorum) Pkt., 5c
Flowers double the size of older sorts, more closely set on the stems and colors more clear and brilliant, grow- ing about 18 inches high. Grand mixture of many strik- ing colors. Perennial.
ANGEL’S BREATH— (See Gypsophila.)
ASPARAGUS — (Plumosus Nanus)
Packet 10c
An indoor perennial climber, of wonderful beauty. It has largely replaced the famous smilax in the floral world. Bright, cheerful. Fern-like green.
Pkt. 5c
Grown for its fragrant leaves and stems which dried have a sweet odor, and are used for putting1 among clothes, etc. Best grown among shrubbery in semi-shaded positions where it can remain un- disturbed.
ASPERULA TINCTORIA— (Sweet Woodruff Pkt., 10c
An old-fashioned fragrant hardy perennial plant, greatly loved for its fragrance when dried, resemb- ling Ihe sweet odor of new mown hay.
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ASTERS
ASTER — (Truffaut’s Paeony Perfection) — Mixed colors, Pkt. 10c
This variety has the most brilliant and showy assortment of colors Flowers medium sized and almost globular. Plants about 10 inches, of upright growth, and flowers all borne on top.
As a popular flower tbe Aster ranks with Sweet Peas, Pansies and Nasturtiums. No flower is more popular, and few have held so high a place in popu- lar esteem for so many years, and it is still growing in favor. For an autumn show of flowers, we have not its equal. We offer only Asters of superior quality.
ASTER— (Splendid Mixed) Oz., 75c; Pkt. 5c
Double dwarf variety of many colors.
ASTER — (Queen of the Market) Mixed, Pkt., 10c One of the earliest blooming varieties, blossom- ing frequently in July. Of spreading habit, 8 to 10 inches high. Blossoms medium sized, with the petals curved outward. White, Flesh, Pink, Lav- ender, Dark Purple.
ASTER— (Giant Comet) Pkt, 10c; 6 Pkts,
your selection 40c
A good bedding variety, with large blossoms, the petals of which are long narrow and curled back- ward. Splendid for cut flowers. These colors are the best: White, Light Rose, Flesh Pink, Deep Rose, Light Blue, Yellow, Purple, Dark Blue,
Crimson, Lavender or Mixed.
ASTER — (Vick’s Early Branching) — White or
Rose Pkt, 10c
This excellent Aster possesses all of the desirable qualities of the Late Branching, but comes into bloom about a week or ten days earlier. A vig- orous growing and free blooming variety.
ASTER — (Vick’s Imperial Purity) Pkt, 10c
This snowy-white Aster is similar to Vick’s Day- break except in color.
ASTER — (Vick’s Imperial
Daybreak) Pkt, 10 c
This beautiful Aster is one of these rare gems that have come to stay.
^ The flowers are round ' as a ball, very largei and full borne upright on long stiff stems. The color is a delicate sea-shell pink.
ASTER — (Vick’s Imperial
Sunset) Pkt, 10c
An extremely delicate light pink shading to a deeper pink in the center.
Plant is similar to Day- break and Purity. Flow- ers are borne on long stems in the greatest pro- fusion.
ASTER — (Vick’s Royal Pur- ple) Pkt, 10c
ASTER — (Vick’s Crimson)
Pkt, 10c
ASTER — (Vick’s Lavender)
Pkt, 10c
ASTER— (Vick’s Dark Scar- let) Pkt, 10c
ASTER — (Vick’s Violet
King) Pkt, 10c
ASTER — (Victoria Mixed) ASTER — Queen of the Market.
Pkt 10c
Flowers very large and perfectly double, of globular shape and cated; plants of fine pyramidal form, 1% feet high.
ASTER — Crego Giant.
ASTER— (Crego’s Giant White) Pkt, 10c
From the florist’s standpoint this Aster is one of the most valuable to be found; it always maintains its position at the top of the mar- ket. A large late bloomer in good, clear, pure white.
ASTER — (Crego’s Giant Lavender) Pkt, 10c
Admittedly the best Lavender Aster to date; a splendid Aster for use as cut flowers.
ASTER— (Crego’s Mixed) Pkt, 10c
ASTER — (Violet King) Pkt, 10c
A distinct variety similar to the Late Branch- ing type.
imbri-
ASTER — (Semple’s Branching) Pkt, 10c; 6 pkts, your selection 40c
The tallest and best variety. The plant grows 18 inches high and about 18 inches in diameter, and the blossoms which are targe and full petaled are borne on long stems or branches. Colors: Crimson, Lavender, Pink, Purple, Rose Pink, White, Mixed.
AST E R — V i ctoria.
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BALSAM— (Double) Pkt., 5c
Balsams like hot sun, rich soil and plenty of water. Plant 12 to 18 inches apart. Transplanting two or three times has a tendency to dwarf the plants into better shape and to make the flowers more double.
BALLOON VINE — (Annual). ...Pkt., 5c A rapid growing climber; thrives in light soil. One of the prettiest climbers.
BARTONIA AUREA— (Golden Bar-
tonia) Pkt., 5c
One of the brightest garden flowers. It produces its large golden blos- soms all summer in great abun- dance; 1 foot high. Sow in open ground.
BACHELOR’S BUTTON— (Blue-bot- tle, or Cornflower) Mixed colors oz.
50c; Pkt 5c
Of easy culture, sow the seed where it is to remain and thin plants to 3 or 4 inches apart. Annual.
BACHELOR BUTTON — (Pink)
Pkt 10c
Valuable for cut flowers, very eas- ily grown and prolific bloomer. Annual.
BRACHYCOME— (Swan River Daisy)
Pkt. 5c
A hardy annual, growing from 6 to 10 inches high, producing an abun- dance of blue and white flowers. Excellent for border.
BELLIS— (See Under Daisy)
BEAN— (Scarlet Runner) Lb. 30c;
Pkt 5c
A favorite old-fashioned climber. One of the very few beans that is both ornamental and edible. It grows rapidly to a height of ten or twelve, feet, and is covered from July until heavy frost with clusters of beautiful scarlet flowers. An- nual.
CACALIA — (Tassel Flower or Flora’s
Paint Brush) ,.„Pkt., 5c
A neat annual of easy culture with tassel shaped flowers; blooms from June to September; fine for bor- ders. Golden yellow and scarlet mixed.
CALENDULA — (Pot Marigold) — Mixed
Oz., 25c; Pkt 5c
One of the best and showiest free- flowering hardy annuals, growing in any good garden soil, producing a fine effect in beds or mixed bor- ders, and continuing in bloom until killed by frost. Height 1 foot. Col- ors orange and lemon yellow.
CALENDULA— (Meteor) Oz., 25c;
Pkt 10c
Fine for cut flowers, lemon with orange.
CALENDULA — (Sulphur or Lemon
Queen) Oz. 25c; Pkt 10c
New, large flowered deep sulphur colored.
CALANDRINIA— (Umbellata) Pkt., 5c Flowers of dazzling magenta crim- son, about % inch in diameter, pro- duced nearly all summer. Height 6 inches. A charming half-hardy bi- ennial.
CALIFORNIA POPPY— (See Eseh- scholtzia.
CALLIOPSIS — (Lanceolata)....Pkt., 10c Handsome perennial, large golden yellow.
CALLIOPSIS— (Or Cor- eopsis) Mixed Pkt., 5c Showy and beautiful free flowering an- nuals, blooming all summer and excellent for cutting and mass- ing.
CANARY BIRD FLOW- ER — (Tropoeoleum Canariense) — Oz., 30c;
Pkt 5c
a beautiful climber with curiously shaped little canary-colored blossoms. Will blos- Calliopsis — (Annual) som freely from July until killed by frost.. Tender annual. Sow in the house and transplant, or in open ground. CANDYTUFT— (Mixed) Oz., 25c;
Pkt 5c
Universally known as a border or bed massing plant.
CANDYTUFT— (White Rocket) An- nual. Oz., 25c; Pkt 5c
Long Spikes and large flowers.
CANDYTUFT— Purple.... Pkt. 10c
.Pkt., 10c .Pkt., 10c .Pkt., 10c
CANDYTUFT — Carmine Pkt., 10c
CANDYTUFT — Crimson Pkt., 10c
CANDYTUFT — (Giant Hyacinth Flow- ered) Pkt., 10c
Very large heads and long spikes of white flowers. An improved strain of Giant Empress and the best sort for cut flowers.
CANTERBURY BELLS— (Campanula
Pyramidal) Pkt., 5c
Handsome hardy biennial, of stately growth, rich color and profuse bloom. Should be given some pro^ tection in severe winter weather; colors: White and various shades of Violet, Rose, Lilac and Blue. Height, two to four feet. CANTERBURY BELLS— (Calycanthe-
mum) Pkt., 10c
The new Cup and Saucer, larger and appear about two weeks earlier than those of the old type. A splen- did plant for beds and pot culture. Perennial
CARNATION MARGUERITE— Mixed
Pkt. ... 5c
The plants of this wonderfully fine strain may be made to flower in four months. The flowers are large double and very fragrant and ap- pear in very attractive shades of color. One of the best “Pinks” in
cultivation.
CARNATION MARGUERITE— White
Pkt 10c
CARNATION MARGUERITE— Yellow
Pkt 10c
CARNATION MARGUERITE— Dark
Red Pkt., 10c
The old-fashioned clove pink, free flowering; spicy and hardy. Peren- nial.
CARNATION MALMAISON — Very Choice Mixed Pkt. 10c
CARNATION MALMAISON— Scarlet Pkt 10c
CARNATION — Extra Fine Double
Mixed .Pkt., 10c
Various colors and types. This strain is remarkable for the variety of colors, about 70 per cent of large double blooms.
Carnation (Double.)
Ba:be!or Button — Pink.
CANDYTUFT— Lilac CANDYTUFT— Cream CANDYTUFT— White
Brachycome or Swan River Daisy.
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CASTOR BEAN— (Ricinus)— Mixed. Annual Pkt„, 5c
The different varieties included in our mixture have light and dark green leaves and some of coppery bronze, changing to dark green with reddish ribs.
CATCHFLY— Hardy annual. Mixed -Pkt., 5c
An easy growing, free flowering annual plant producing dense umbels of white, red or rose colored blossoms. The plant is partly covered with a glutinous moisture,- hence the name “Catehfly.”
CELOSIA— (Cristata or Coxcomb) Pkt., 10c
Dwarf, crimson, splendid flowers, fine for borders.
CHRYSANTHEMUM— (Carinatum Eclipse) Pkt., 5c
Pure golden yellow, with bright purplish-scarlet ring or center on the ray florets, the disc being dark brown, very striking.
CHRYSANTHEMUM CORONARfUM — Double Mixed Pkt. 10c
Prolific bloomer, small flowers.
CHRYSANTHEMUM— (King Edward VII.) Pkt., 10c
Flowers very perfect and large pure white.
CHRYSANTHEMUM MAXIMUM Pkt., 10c
Large white flowered perennial Marguerite, select stock.
CELOSIA— (Plumosa, Thompson! Magnifies)— Crimson.
Pkt 10c
The finest type of the crimson feathered cockscomb. Huge plumes*of crimson flowers.
CELOSIA — (Plumosa, Thompson! Magnifica) — Mixed.
Pkt 10c
CELOSIA AUREA Pkt., 10c
A Golden Yellow Dwarf type. Very handsome for bor- ders.
CENTAURIA — (Imperialis) — Mixed Oz„ 50c; Pkt., 10c
A beautiful large-flowered type resembling Sweet Sul- tan, but with a large petaled margin around the blossom. In white lavender and purple shades; annual.
CENTAURIA— (Imperialis) Pkt., 10c
In separate colors, White, Lilac, Purple:, Rose, Yellow. These are splendid for cut flowers. Commencing to bloom in July, the plants are a mass of bloom till frost.
CENTAURIA— (Ruthenica) Pkt., 10c
Tall, deep sulphur yellow.
CENTAURIA — (Imperialis) — Chameleon Pkt., 10c
Sulphur-Yellow, changing to white and later to pink.
CENTAURIA — (Imperialis) — Margueritae Pkt.., 10c
A pure satin white. Very fine.
CENTAURIA— (Imperialis)— Odorata Pkt., 10c
A beautiful shade of light blue.
CHRYSANTHEMUM INODORUM— (Bridal Rohe) Pkt. 10c Bushy plants of profuse blooming habit with very double white flowers. Very fine for cut flowers.
CHRYSANTHEMUM TRICOLOR— Mixed.. Pkt., 10c
A most striking type, with single flowers beautifully marked with Crimson, Maroon, Yellow, Purple and White.
CHRYSANTHEMUM— (Shasta Daisy) Pkt., 10c
The freest, blooming variety of the Marguerite Daisy family. Will bloom in six months from seed.
CLARKIA — Mixed colors Pkt., 5c
Among the prettiest native hardy annuals. They are useful for hanging baskets, for vases and as edging plants. Sow outdoors in early spring and grow in par- tial shade. They bloom through midsummer to late autumn. Average height 1% feet.
CLARKIA PUCHELA— (Tom Thumb) >. Pkt., 10c
A dwarf form of this favorite flower of bushy habit and profuse blooming qualities.
COREA SCANDENS Pkt., 5c
A half hardy climbing annual, with large leaves and large trumpet shaped flowers, the; blossom is green until nearly grown, when it turns bright purplish blue — grows about 20 feet higher and is very desirable for covering a large lattice. A native of Mexico.
COLUMBINE — (Aquilegia) — Double Mixed Pkt. 5c
Of the easiest culture and when once established, will furnish for many years a magnificent display of the handsomest flowers each spring and summer. The beds should be kept clear of weeds and given each year a lib- eral dressing of well rotted manure. Hardy herebaiceous perennials; two to three feet high.
CONVOLVULUS MINOR— (Finest Mixed) Pkt., 5c
Dwarf Morning Glory. Early flowering hardy annual, with bright flowers of very easy cultivation.
CONVOLVULUS MAJOR— (Morning Glory)
Mixed Oz., 15c; Pkt., 5c
A hardy climbing annual growing about ten feet high. Flowers are well known and exist in a great variety of colors tints and markings. Fully expanded only in the mornings. Of easy culture, quick growth, valuable in every garden.
CONVOLVULUS — (Imperial Japanese Fringed) Pkt,., 10c
This wonderful morning glory often produces foliage spotted and marked with white and yellow. The flowers ra.nge! from white to carmine, and from blue to deep pur- ple, and are beautifully fringed.
COSMOS— Mixed Oz., 75c; Pkt., 5c
Among the garden annuals that have come into promi- nence in recent years, the Cosmos leads all. It is a show in the garden and magnificent when cut. Formerly we had to be content with the late flowering type which was often killed by early frost. Now that we have a most perfect type of the early flowering class, every gar- den should contain th's exquisite flower. Seed down in the open ground in the beginning of May will produce blooming plants in July, and they will continue to flower late in the fall.
COSMOS — (Early Flowering Dawn) % oz., 25c; Pkt., 10c
White, slightly tinted with pink.
COSMOS— (Early Flowering Dawn Rose) Pkt., 10c
COSMOS — (Early Flowering Dawn Pink) Pkt., 10c
COSMOS — (Early Flowering Dawn Crimson) Pkt., 10c
CYPRESS VINE— (Hardy Annual) Pkt,, 5c
Rapid climber, having dark fireen, feathery foliage, bear- ing >an abundance of star-like flowers. Fine for trellises and arbors.
DAHLIA — (Single Giant Perfection) Pkt,, 10c
Produces an abundance of flowers of immense size, aver- aging 6 inches across in a great variety of coloring.
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COSMOS — Early Flowering Dawn.
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DAHLIA— Double Mixed Pkt., 10c
DAHLIA — Single Mixed. Giant Perfection Pkt., 5c
This strain is a decided advance on the ordinary singles. The plants are of strong, robust habits, and produce in great abundance flowers of immense size, of the most bewildering variety of coloring.
Dahlia — (Double Varieties Mixed.)
DAISY— (Beilis) ; Pkt., 5c
Finest double; very desirable: for edgings or low borders. Mixed, pink and white.
DAISY — (Shasta, Burbank’s Newest Alaska) Pkt., 10c
Pure white; gigantic; will bloom in six months from seeding.
DIANTHUS — (See under Pinks.)
DOLICHOS — (Hyacinth Bean, Daylight) Pkt., 10c
This is a white form of the well known Hyacinth bean, and of most rapid growth and very free blooming habit. It has been known to bloom in 8 weeks from the time of sowing, at a height of ten feet. Annual.
DOLICHOS — (Hyacinth Bean) — Scarlet Pkt., 10c
A scarlet type of the same rapid growth as the preceding variety and very free flowering. Annual.
ECHTNOCYSTIS LOBATA— (Wild, or California Cucumber)
Oz., 15c Pkt., 5c
The fastest growing annual vine in existence; will grow 20 feet in six weeks. Pretty foliage with inconspicuous white flowers. Soak seed in water 24 hours.
Eschseholtzia — (California Poppy.)
ESCHSCHLOTZIA— (California Poppy)— Mixed Oz., 25c;
Pkt 5c
State flower of California. A genus of the Poppy family, fully as valuable as the common Poppy for garden orna- mentation, as it blooms almost continuously. Hardy an- nuals; height one foot.
EI9CHSCH0LTZIA— (Peerless Mixed) Oz.. 60c: Pkt,, 10c
A grand strain of the well known California Poppies. The Flowers have large overlapping petals, which are often delicately waved at the edges, showing beautiful and varied forms.
EFCHSCHOLTZIA — Tn separate colors. Yellow, White,
Rose, Crimson King, Golden West Pkt, 10c
ESCHSCHOLTZI A— ( Maroo n ) Pkt., 10c
This is a novelty in this favorite and easily grown flower, and well worth a place in the annual garden.
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EUTOCA — (Viscida) — Intense Blue Pkt., 5c
Foliage dull green, covered with hairs; blossoms blue and striped, % of an inch across, produced in terminal ra- cemes. Succeeds best in warm sandy soil, not over-rich. Sow in open ground early in spring, and thin to one foot apart. Hardy annuals one foot high.
FORGET-ME-NOT— (See Myosotis.)
FOXGLOVE — (Digitalis) — Mixed Pkt., 5c
Grows toi the height of three or four feet, with dense spikes of brilliantly colored flowers which are terminal and half as long as height of plant. Colors, White, Lav- ender and Rose. A valuable flower in every perennial garden; does not usually blossom until thei second year. Hardy biennials or perennials.
FOXGLOVE — (Digitalis) — Gloxinia Flowered Pkt., 5c
This type of similar growth to the preceding variety, bears beautifully spotted flowers resembling the Glox- inia.
FOUR O’CLOCK— (Marvel Peru) —
Mixed Pkt 5c
These flowers are funnel-shaped. Red, White Yellow or striped with these colors and open about four o’clock in the afternoon, re- main open all night and generally perish about noon next day. The abundance of new flowers pro- duced daily afford 'a constant succes- sion of fine blooms. Sow seed in open
ground. Hardy an- nual; two feet high. GAILLARDIA — (Picta Mixed) —
Pkt 5c
Splendid show an- nuals, remarkable for the profusion, size and brilliancy of their flowers, continuing to bloom from early summer till November; excellent for cutting. 1% feet high.
GAILLARDIA — (Amblyodon Red) Pkt. 10c
GAILLARDIA — (Salmon Color) Pkt., 10c
GERANIUM — (Zonale) — Mixed Pkt., 5c
A superb strain of the largest and finest red varieties.
GODETIA — Finest Mixed Pkt., 5c
A hardy annual growing from 6 to 10 inches high. Of compact growth with a profusion of satiny cup-shaped flowers in deep red, pink and white, shaded and blended. Valuable for bedding or massing.
GODETIA — New Dwarf Hybrids. Mixed .Pkt., 5c
A new strain of hybrids producing brilliant colored flow- ers of a wide range of coloring.
GOMPHRENA, or Globe Amaranth. Mixed Pkt., 5c
A low growing hardy annual, everlasting or straw flow- er; about eight inches high, with globe-shaped flowers, in red or white. The plant makes a good border and is attractive, either while growing or dried.
GOURD— (Cuciirbita)— Mixed Pkt., 5c
A tribe of climbers with curiously shaped and colored fruit. Being of rapid growth they are fine to cover old fences, trellises, stumps, etc. Tender annual; ten to twenty feet high.
GOURDS — Separate varieties. Pkt., 10c
Dipper, Nest Egg, Sugar Trough, Hercules Club.
GYPSOPHILA— (Annual) Oz., 30c; Pkt., 5c
Delicate, free flowering little plants covered with a pro- fusion of white and pink, small star-shaped flowers. Well adapted for hanging baskets or edgings and valu- able in conjunction with other flowers for making bou- quets. Will thrive anywhere. An annual that should be in every garden.
GYPSOPHILA— (Perennial ) Pkt., 10c
A graceful hardy plant, fine for cutting for bouquets; flowers in feathery white panicles; height 1% feet.
GYPSOPHILA — (Rokejeka) — Perennial Pkt. 10c
A beautiful tall growing type, with delicate rosy pink blossoms. New.
HELIOTROPE— Pkt 5c
Blooms from seeds the first year and as early as Sweet Peas or balsams. Heliotrope will bloom as easily from seed as any of the common annuals.
HELICHRYSUM — (Straw Flower) — Mixed colors. Packet 5c.
Extra Select mixed colors Pkt., 10c
One of the best “Everlasting” flowers. Exceedingly ef- fective double flowers, making a fine display in beds or borders, they succeed in any rich garden soil; hardy an- nuals.
HOLLYHOCK — (Chater’s) — Double crimson. Blood-red Pink, White, Deep Rose', Yellow, Salmon. Each of above: Pkt., 10c; any 3 for 25c: mixed colors, Pkt., 10c. Our seeds of this type have been saved from the finest and largest double flowers only, and will produce flowers extremely double and m the best, brightest and most
charming colors. Sow in April, May or June for next year’s blooming.
HOLLYHOCK— Sulphur Yellow Pkt., 10c
HOLLYHOCK — Alleghany Semi-Double Fringed. Mixed.
Pkt 10c
HOLLYHOCK — Mixed Double, good quality. Pkt 5c
HOLLYHOCK— (AnnuaD— Single Mixed Pkt., 10c
HOLLYHOCK — (Annual) — Single Red Pkt. 10c
HUMUMLUS— (Jap. Var.) Pkt.. 10c
Variegated Japanese Hops. Quick growing vine for ver-
anda or trellis. Annual: not subject to insect, pests; very handsome; stands drought well.
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Hunnemannia — (Bush Eschsclioltzia.)
HUNNEMANNIA OR BUSH ESCHSCHOLTZIA Pkt, 10c
Known also as the Santa Barbara Poppy. An erect- growing, tender perennial, about two feet high. Foliage fine cut and feathery. Blossoms beautifully, cup-shaped, bright yellow and about three to four inches across. Stems long and smooth. There are few more satisfac- tory flowers in the garden than the Hunnemannia.
ICE PLANT Pkt,, 5c
Pretty summer trailing annual for vases and rock work; leaves covered with ice-like drops.
Kochia Trichiphilia^
IPOME A— (Mikado) Pkt., 10c
New injproved Japanese Convolvulus of grand variety, flowers measuring from 4 to 5 inches across, great vari- ety of colors, very handsome foliage.
KENILWORTH IVY Pkt,, 10c
A charming trailing plant, especially adapted for hang- ing baskets.
KOCHIA OR MEXICAN BURNING BUSH Pkt., 5c
Grows quickly from seed sown in the open ground. The plants are of rounded or globe-like form. Early in the fall the ends of the shoots are thickly set with small bright scarlet flowers, the bushy plants resembling balls of fire; makes a good summer hedge.
KUDZU VINE — (Pueraria Thunbergiana) Pkt., 10c
To this must be awarded first place as the fastest grow- ing hardy climbing plant. It will grow 8 to 10 feet the first year from seed, and after it becomes established there seems to be no limit to its growth. Its foliage is large and covers well; bears small racemes of rosy- purple, pea-shaped blossoms towards the close of Au- gust. A splendid subject for covering permanently ver- andas, dead trees, etc.
LARKSPUR — Mixed in 7 distinct colors Pkt,, 5c
The Larkspur is one of the handsomest and most useful of plants' and for large gardens is invaluable. Our Giant Hyacinth Flowered Double extra choice mixed are very fine’. Hardy perennial.
Larkspur — (Giant Hyacinth Flowered.)
LARKSPUR — (Formosum) — Dark blue Pkt., 10c
This is the old favorite dark blue Larkspur, and one of the best. Hardy Perennial.
LARKSPUR — (Belladonna) — Hybrids Pkt. 10c
A very free and continuous bloomer, with flowers of a Turquoise blue. Hardy Perennial.
LARKSPUR— (Sinensis) Pkt., 10c
Another splendid type, very free flowering, with flowers of a beautiful Gentian blue. Hardy Perennial.
LARKSPUR— (Emperor) Pkt., 10c
Of elegant Candelabra habit, with about 14 branches, choice mixed double in 8 distinct colors. Height 1%
feet. Hardy Perennial.
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LATHYRUS — (Everlasting Sweet Pea.) — This splendid hardy perennial is a most valuable adjunct to any gar- den. It grows to a height of about 3 to 4 feet, and bears innumerable spikes of Sweet Pea-like flowers. Very valuable for covering unsightly fences, and also1 for use
as a cut flower.
LATHYRUS — (Perennial Pea) — Crimson Pkt., 10c
LATHYRUS— (Perennial Pea)— Pink Pkt., 10c
LATHYRUS— (Perennial Pea)— White Pkt. 10c
LATHYRUS— (Perennial Pea)— Mixed Pkt., 10c
LINUM— (Scarlet Flax) Pkt., 5c
Distinguished for their brilliant colored flowers which are crimson with black center, saucer shaped, and very conspicuous in bed or border. The foliage of the plant is slender and delicate. Height 1% feet. Hardy annuals.
LINUM — (Perenne) Pkt., 5c
A fine deep blue variety, growing about 18 inches. Hardy perennial.
LINUM— (Album) Pkt., 5c
A handsome white variety of the hardy flax. Perennial.
LUPINUS, OR LUPINS— Mixture of all colors Pkt., 5c
Hardy annuals in great variety, growing from one to three feet high, and bearing spikes of pea-shaped flow- ers. Of the easiest culture. Sow in the open ground and thin to six inches apart.
LORELLA — (Crystal Palace) — Blue Pkt., 5c
An elegant and useful genus of plants of easy culture and well adapted for bedding. They make a neat edging for beds and are very effective in masses, being always completely covered with flowers. Annual.
LOBELLA — (Speciosa) Pkt., 5c
A trailing variety with deep ultramarine blue flowers. Very fine for hanging baskets and boxes.
MATRICARIA — (Feverfew) — Double white Pkt., 10c
A favorite bedding plant and profuse bloomer.
Mignonette — (Grandiflora.)
MIGNONETTE — (Grandiflora) Oz., 25c; Pkt., 5c
A well known hardy annual, producing dense spikes of exceedingly fragrant flowers. If sown at intervals in spring and summer, it will bloom till killed by frost. Thrives best in a cool temperature^.
MIGNONETTE — (Golden Machet) Oz., 50c; Pkt., 10c
A compact growing variety with medium long, thick spikes of yellow florets.
MIGNONETTE — (Pure Machet) Oz., 50c; Pkt. 10c
A compact growing variety with thick spikes and large
florets of a copper color.
MIGNONETTE— (Allan’s Defiance) ...Pkt,, 10c
Very fine, long spikes, splendid for cutting.
MIGNONETTE — (Machet, White Pearl) Pkt., 10c
A very fine white, with large spike.
MIGNONETTE— (Goliath) Pkt., 10c
Enormous spikes of double red flowers.
MIGNONETTE— (Victoria) Pkt., 10c
A large flowered crimson variety.
MIGNONETTE— (Rubin) Pkt., 10c
A rich copper-scarlet., the darkest of the family. Very compact and dwarf habit.
MOON FLOWER Pkt., 5c
So called from its rare peculiarity of blooming best at night, although it also expands its flowers on dull days. It is a beautiful climber, producing large, sweet-scented flowers 4 to 5 inches across. Tender annuals, 15 to 20 feet. Soak seed and plant, in warm sunny place.
MORNING GLORY — (Convolvulus Major) — Tall climbing varieties.
Mixed Oz., 15c; Pkt., 5c
A hardy climbing annual grow- ing about 10 feet high. Flowers ar.e< well known and exist in a great variety of colors, tints and markings. Fully expanded only in the mornings. Of easy cul- ture, quick growth and valuable in every garden.
Morning Glory (Con- volvulus Major Mixed)
MORNING GLORY — (Convolvulus Minor) — Mixed. ...Pkt., 5c Plants grow 10 to 12 inches high, hardy annuals, in bright colors.
Marigold — (African Double.)
MARIGOLD ELDORADO— (The African Marigold) Pkt., 5c Immense flowers, 9 to 14 inches around; double; prim- rose, lemon, orange and golden shades. No flower gar- den seems complete without this fine old-fashioned flow- er. Hardy annuals, in bloom till frost comes.
MARIGOLD — (French Double Dwarf, Gold Striped) Pkt., 5c Brown and golden yellow. Very double. Hardy annual.
MATHIOLA BICORNIS— (Evening Scented Stock) Oz., 25c
Pkt 10c
No annual in cultivation equals this in delicate perfume of its flowers. The pink and lilac blossoms partly close during the day, but expand and impart their fragrance in the evening. Include with your order a packet or two of Evening Stock. You will not regret it.
MORNING GLORY — (Annual Climber) Oz., 25c; Pkt., 10c
In the following nine colors: Dark Purple, Dark Blue,
Crimson Carmine, Striped, Light Carmine, White, Lilac, Rose.
MORNING GLORY — (Japanese) — See Ipomea.
MUSK PLANT — (Mimulus Moschatus) Pkt., 5c
Foliage emits a strong musky perfume; yellow; fine for hanging basket.
MYOSOTIS— (Forget-Me-Not) Pkt., 5c
Neat and beautiful little plants wilh star-like flowers; succeeding best, in a shady, moist situation; half-hardy perennials; blooming the first year from seed if sown early. The true Forget-Me-Not; beautiful blue flowers.
MOURNING BRIDE— (See Scabiosa.)
LOVE-IN-A-MIST— (See Nigella.)
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Oenothera Rubiealyx.
(Evening Primrose “California”)
EONOTHERA RURICALYX— (California Evening Primrose)
This is a novelty among the evening primroses of greal beauty for the garden. The combination of red stems with red buds and yellow flowers make it a beautiful and striking plant in any collection of hardy annuals. Pkt. 10c
are
Pansies
See Prices, page i
Lobb’s Nasturtium.
Nicotian a (Sanderae Mixed)
King of Blacks — Almost coal dark.
Lord Beaconsfield — Deep purple violet shading off in top petals to white.
Masterpiece — (New Giant) — The
flowers are perfectly round and contain -the richest com- bination of colors, each petal being distinctly marked with a dark blotch; most of the flowers are margined with white or yellow edge and have long stems.
Victoria — Very large, bright blood red. Violet blotched.
White — Pure, without eye.
Yellow — Pure, without eye.
Golden Midnight — The foliage is of a yellowish green, with flowers of a very dark maroon, the contrast producing i most wonderful effect.
NEMOPHILA — (Love Grove) Pkt., 5c
Of dwarf spreading habit. It is well-adapted for border or pot culture. The flowers are exquisitely colored, blotched and spotted; they are quite apt to sport into an endless variety of shades, from black and blue to the lighter shades. Sow in spring and thin to 1 foot apart.
Hardy annual; 6 inches high.
NICOTIANA — (Mixed.) Larger flower Pkt., 5c
NfCOTlANA— (Sanderae, Mixed) Pkt., 10c
Handsome garden plants of the tobacco family valuable for the long duration and freedom of their bloom. Flowers whites carmine-rose, or violet; is- in full bloom during the day. Very floriferous.
NASTURTIUMS
NASTURTIUMS— (Tall or Climbing.) Named colors.
Vt-lb 50c; 1 oz., 20c; % oz., 10c
Chameleon— Many different colored flowers on the same plant.
Ivy Leaved — Many colored with scalloped foliage. Prince Henry — A fine Lemon Yellow.
Lucifer — A most intense dark scarlet.
Vesuvius — Salmony rose, dark leaved.
Spitfire — Brilliant orange-vermillion.
Black Prince — Velvety black, purplish-crimson, dark foliage.
Queen— Variegated leaves and various colored flowers.
NASTURTIUMS— (Tall Prize Mixed) Price, 1 lb., $1.00;
% lb., 40c; 2 oz., 25c; 1 oz., 15c; Pkt 5c
For richness and variety of color these have no equal among Nasturtiums. It is impossible to describe all the different colors, but some of the most striking are: white, shaded carmine, deep maroon throat; golden-yel- low, shaded brown edges; yellow, shaded and mottled carmine; white, red blotches; shrimp pink, deep maroon throat; bright rose, bright yellow, orange, etc.
NASTURTIUMS — (Dwarf Varieties.) Named colors.
y2 lb 50c; 1 oz., 20c; % oz., 10c
King of Tom Thumbs — Glowing scarlet dark foliage. Prince Henry — Cream spotted and tipped with red.
Ruby King — Rich crimson rose.
Vesuvius — Sialmony-rose, dark foliage; very bright. Cloth of Gold — Scarlet flowers and yellow foliage. Queen of Tom Thumbs— Brilliant crimson.
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Nigella.
VIGELLA — (Hispanica) Pkt., 5c
Most commonly known as Love-in-a-Mist. beautiful single blue flowers almost hidden by the foliage.
NIGELLA — (Damascena) Pkt.. 5c
Often termed Devil- in-the-Bush. Single light blue flowers.
NASTURTIUMS— (Dwarf Prize Mixture.) Price, 1 lb., $1.00; *4 -lb., 40c; 2 oz., 25c; 1 oz. 15c; Pkt. 5c This is undoubtedly the finest mixture of Dwarf Nasturtiums offered any where. Every shade is grown separately, and we blend this mixture
on our own premises under our personal su- pervision.
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PANSIES
These popular flowers thrive be§t on a cool, moist but well-drained soil, enriched with well-rotted barnyard ma- nure or fine ground-bone. Seeds sown early will produce fine plants for autumn blooming. The proper method is to sow in July or August and protect the plants during the winter when they will flower continuously the next spring and summer. Our Pansies are renowned for size and color.
PANSY — Mixture of 100 fancy varieties....Oz., $1.50; Pkt., 5c
PANSY— (S. N. & S. Co.’s “Peerless”) Pkt., 10c'
A large splendid mixture of many very fine varieties of large size.
PANSY — (S. N. & S. Co.’s “Peerless” Giant Mixed). ...Pkt., 10c A special mixture of all the Giant Pansies; very fine colorings; contains an almost endless variety of shades.
PANSY— (S. N. & S'. Co.’s Premium Mixture) Pkt. 20c
Is saved from exhibition flowers, including almost every shade of color, exquisitely spotted and blotched, wined, mottled and margined, all fancy varieties. This strain is so beautiful that no description or praise can do it justice being unsurpassed for rich and varied colors and immense size.
PANSIES — In separate Colors or Named Varieti«s....Pkt., 10c Packages contain about 300 seeds.
Emperor William — Dark ultramarine eyes.
Fire King — Red and yellow with brown eyes.
Fairy Queen — Blue with azure margin.
Wall Flowered — Colored brownish and gold.
Gipsy Queen — Terra Cotta and bronze.
Gold Margined — Dark with gold margins.
Brittania — A grand mixture of new shades, with large flowers of great substance.
Meteor — A bright Terra Cotta.
Cardinal — The most brilliant red.
Purple Bedding — (Artropurpurea) — Rich deep purple. Couquette de Poissey — A beautiful pale rosy mauve, very striking.
PETUNIAS
PETUNIA — Large flowering Grandiflora, mixed... .Pkt., 10c
All colors, single fringed and ruffled.
PETUNIA— (S. N. & S. Co.'s Double Mixed) Pkt., 20c
New large flowers; our strain is the best that can be secured from any source at any price.
PETUNIA — (Howard Star) Pkt. 10c
Crimson-Maroon, with a well defined five-pointed star of blush white.
Petunia (S. N. & S. Co.’s Double Mixed.)
PETUNIA— (Fine Mixed) Pkt., 5c
Good mixture of all free blooming colors.
PETUNIA— Blotched and Striped Pkt., 10c
A splendid selection of wonderful coloring.
Petunia (Single Fringed.)
PINKS
PINKS — (Dianthus) Hardy and half hardy biennials and perennials, but nearly all blooming the first year from seed; of easy culture. Seeds may be sown in the open ground, where they are to remain, but better results are obtained, at least in the norlh. if plants are started in the house. White and dark crimson seifs, also' white tipped light purple and shades of red with darker blotchings.
PINKS — (Single Mixed) Pkt., 5c
PINKS — (Heddewig’s Double Mixed) Pkt., 10c
Flowers very large and double and of various shades of brilliant colors.
PINKS — (Heddewig’s Single Mixed Pkt., 10c
Flowers of the best shades and beautifully marked.
PINKS — (Crimson Bell) Pkt., 10c
PINKS — (Pheasant’s Eye, Grass Pink) Pkt.. 10c
A single hardy perennial pink, with fringed edge, light colored flowers with a darker center, various colored. The old-fashioned garden favorite.
PINKS — (Eastern Queen) Pkt.. 10c
Beautifully marked with rose and mauve.
PINKS— (The Bride) Pkt., 10c
A splendid white with purple eye.
PINKS — (Japanese Double Mixed) Pkt., 10c
A most brilliant mixture of colors of bewildering beauty.
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Pinks — (Dianthus Heddewig.) (See Preceding Page.)
Phlox — (Drummondii Grandiflora.)
PHLOX
PHLOX — (Superb Mixture) Pkt., 5c
The annual Phlox. Occupies first place as a garden annual, being one of the most brilliant and at the same time one of the easiest and most satisfac- tory plants which can readily be grown from seed. It will grow and thrive in any kind of soil if given ia sunny position, but prefers a light, rich loam. Seed may be sown in the open ground, any time after danger of frost is past.
PHLOX DRUMMONDII — (Peerless
Mixed) Pkt. 10c
Contains fine select varieties' of this showy annual.
PHLOX DRUMMONDII— (Grandiflora)
Pkt 10c
In separate colors.
Alba — Pure white, extra large.
Coccina — True scarlet.
Radowitzii — Rose and white eye.
PHLOX— (Ruff) Pkt., 10 c
PHLOX — (Yellow) Pkt., 10c
PHLOX — (Leopoldii) Pkt., 10c
A 'brilliant scarlet with white eye.
POPPIES
Annual Poppies should be sown as early in the spring as possible; they do not stand transplanting. Sow very thin- ly, barely covering the seed. Press down firmly, and they will come up in a few days. It is well to make: several sowings at intervals to keep up a succession of bloom. If picked just before expanded, the flowers will last several days.
SINGLE ANNUAL VARIETIES.
POPPY — (Select Shirley.) — Mixed Colors
Oz., 50c; Pkt 10c
This is extra fine strain of these charming Poppies. They are single and occasionally semi-double and range in color from the purest white through the delicate shades of pale pink, rose and carmine to the deepest crimson and blood red, while many are dainty edged and striped. In fact, so varied are they that scarcely any two flowers are alike.
POPPY — (Miss Sherwood) — Satiny white
Oz., 50c Pkt., 10c
Shaded on fringed margin with salmon rose. Height 2 feet.
POPPY — (Single Annual) — Mixed colors.
Oz., 25c Pkt., 5c
Gorgeous colorings, easily grown from seed sown in the open ground, where they are to remain.
POPPY — (Tulip Flowered) — Oz., 50c;
Pkt 10c
Intense scarlet single blossoms. The brightest colored of all Poppies,
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POPPY — (Dannebrog, or Danish Cross) Oz., 25c; Pkt., 5c
Very showy variety, producing large flowers of brilliant scarlet, with a silvery white spot on each petal, forming a white cross.
POPPY ICELAND — (Papaver Nndicaule) Pkt., 10c
Pretty tufted foliage, flowers on long wiry stems in shades of white, yellow and Vermillion, wilh satiny crinkled petals beautiful flowers in greatest variety of colors.
POPPY — (Admiral) Oz., 60c; Pkt. 10c
White margined with brilliant scarlet. A very fine new color.
POPPY — (Oriental Hybrids) — Excelsior
Strain Pkt., 10c
Beautiful hybrids of the Oriental Poppy, producing flowers of immense size, 6 inches and over in diameter, and of many novel colors, ranging from delicate shades of salmon to deep crimson.
PORTULACA — (Single Varieties) — Fine Mixed Pkt., 5c
PORTULACA — (Double Varieties) — Fine
Mixed Pkt., 5c
Low-growing or creeping tender an- nual six to eight inches high, and bearing glossy, cup-shaped blossoms in very_ brilliant and gorgeous colors. The foliage and stems are thick. The seed germinates slowly and should be started under the glass or when the weather is hot. These flowers love the sunshine and do best on rather dry ground; excellent for embank- ments.
PYRETHEUM AUREUM — (Golden
Feather) iqc
A most desirable dwarf Pyretheum for edging of borders, wilh golden yellow foliage.
Double Carnation or Peony Flowered Poppy.
DOUBLE ANNUAL VARIETIES.
These Poppies are very handsome. The flowers grow to an enormous size, from 6 to 7 inches in diameter, are as double as Paeonies and the colors are very rich and strik- ing.
POPPY — (Double Carnation or Peony Flowered, Mixed)
>Oz., 25c; Pkt 5c
Large, full, double fringed flowers, 2 feet high.
POPPY— (Cardinal Scarlet) Oz., 30c; Pkt,, 10c
Splendid double fringed flowers.
POPPY — (Double Crimson) Oz., 25c; Pkt., 10c
POPPY — (Double White Swan, Carnation Flowered)
Oz 25c; Pkt. 10c
POPPY — (Double Salmon Pink) Oz., 60c; Pkt., 10c
A beautiful shade and a favorite with all.
POPPY — (Double White Fringed) Oz., 30c; Pkt., 10c
POPPY — (American Flag) Oz., 40c; Pkt., 10c
Beautiful variety; flowers very large and double; snow- white, bordered with scarlet.
POPPIES— PERENNIAL VARIETIES.
Hardy perennials of easy culture; in bright, glowing col- ors, bloom first year from seed.
POPPY ORIENTAL — (Papaver Orientale) Pkt., 10c
This is the most gorgeous perennial Poppy flowering in June and July, with enormous blossoms often measuring 5 to 7 inches across, mostly shades of red. Transplant- ing should be done carefully. The best time to lift plants lis in August.
Poppy (Oriental.)
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Sow Rocky Mountain Lawn Grass Seed.
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PHYSALLIS — Franchetti (Alkekengi) Pkt., 10c
The winter cherry. A splendid plant to grow in pots for winter decoration bearing bright red fruit in great pro- fusion.
RJCINUS — (See Castor Bean.)
Salpiglossis (Finest Mixed.)
SALPIGLOSSIS — Finest Mixed, all colors Pkt., 5c
One of the greatest favorite annuals of easy culture, beautiful orchid-like flowers, produced from early sum- mer until late fall. Seed should be sown early in spring in a hot bed or window and transplanted when weather is settled or directly out of doors after danger of frost.
SALPIGLOSSIS — (New Emperor) Pkt., 10c
Large Improved Strain with a complete range of colors.
SALPIGLOSSIS— (Variabilis)— Finest Mixed Pkt, 10c
SALPIGLOSSIS — (Large Flowering) Extra choice. Pkt, 10c
SALVIA — (Flowering Sage) Pkt, 5c
A tender perennial, blooming the first season from seed. The blossoms are borne on long stems in racemes or spikes and are fragrant. The plant blooms profusely.
SAPONARIA — (Calabrica) — 1 foot Pkt, 10c
Dwarf annual with small pink starry flowers borne in profusion; excellent for edgings or small beds.
SCABIOSA — (Mourning Bride, or Pincushion Flower)
Improved Large Flowering, Mixed colors Pkt, 5c
They grow about 2% feet high, and come into bloom early in July and continue without interruption until hard frost. The beautiful flowers in exquisite shades are borne on long stems, and when cut, keep in perfect condition for the best part of a week. They make effective borders or beds, and no garden is complete without Scabiosa, especially where flowers are wanted for cutting.
SCABIOSA — Azure, Light Blue, Large Double Flowering. Pkt 10c
SCABIOSA — Pure White, Large Double Flowering.
Pkt 10c
Scabiosa (Mourning Bride.)
SCABIOSA — Sulphur Yellow, Large Double Flowering Pkt 10c
SCABIOSA — Flesh Pink. Large Double. Pkt 10 c
SCARLET RUNNER BEANS Lb, 40c; Pkt. 5c
A great favorite not only as an ornamental climber but for the delicious edible beans which succeed the bright scarlet sprays of pea-shaped blossoms.
SCHIZANTHUS — (Butterfly or Fringe Flower.) Mixed
Pkt 5c
The Sehizanthus has been called the “poor man’s or- chid” on account of their easy culture and resemblance in form and variety of coloring to some of the floral aristocrats. May be sown out of doors in spring where they are to remain, or started inside and transplanted when the weather is suitable. A sowing made in spring will give an abundance of bloom through the summer.
SHAMROCK— True small leaved Pkt, 10c
SHASTA DAISY— (New) Pkt, 10c
The most free blooming variety of the Marguerite Daisy family; will bloom in 6 months from seed.
SNAPDRAGON— (See Antirrhinum.)
STATICE — (Sea Lavender) Hybrids, mixed Pkt, 10c
These useful plants bear everlasting flowers that last a long time after cutting and are very easy of culture.
STOCKS — (Large Flowering German, Ten Weeks Double.)
Pkt 10c; 3 Pkts, 25c; 6 Pkts, 50c
In separate colors snow white, violet, white tinted lilac, brilliant rose, dark rose, blood red, dark purple, light
blue, canary yellow.
STOCKS— (Beauty of Nice) Pkt, 10c
Flesh pink, early Flowering Fashionable color.
STOCKS— (Princess Alice) Pkt, 10c
White, Perpetual Flowering. Vigorous habit and branch- ing.
STOCKS— (Ten Weeks)— Mixed Pkt, 10c
These popular plants are generally grown both for the brilliance and profusion of their blossoms and their fragrance. They are quite easily cultivated.
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Stocks (Ten Weeks.)
STOCKS— (Virginia)— Mixed Pkt., 5c
Beautifully fragrant dwarf annuals with bright colored flowers making the garden gay in early summer. Height 6 inches.
STOCKS— (Deep Red)— Large flowering Pkt., 10c
STOCKS — (Queen Alexandria) Pkt., 10c
Delicate rosy-lilac, very showy.
STOCKS— (Snow White) Pkt., 10c
STOCKS— (Dark Rose) Pkt., 10c
STOCKS— (Canary Yellow) Pkt., 10c
STOCKS— (Light Blue) Pkt., 10c
STOCKS— (Dark Purple) Pkt., 10c
STRAWFLOWER— (Everlastings) Pkt., 5c
These are pretty annuals with straw-like flowers that keep their form and color for years.
Acrolinium — Graceful and pretty, half-hardy annuals, prettv in beds or pots.
Ammobium Alatum — Two feet. Large flowered, with handsome double white flowers; useful either in the garden or for winter bouquets; cut before the buds open.
Helichrysum — Showy, easily grown annuals for the bor- der; fine for winter bouquets; cut before the buds ex- pand. Mixed colors.
Xeranthemum — A hardy annual, 1 foot high, bearing handsome double flowers on long stems: colors mostly white, blue and purple; cut when fully developed. One of our best everlastings and easily grown.
SUNFLOWER Lb.. 25c; Pkt., 5c
The common large flowering variety with great brown centers and an edge of yellow petals. The seed is used for bird and chicken feed.
SUNFLOWER — (Helianthus Californicus)..Oz., 25c; Pkt,, 5c Chrysanthemum flowered. Hardy annuals, growing from 3 to 6 feet. Of the easiest culture and suitable for a stately row or background, or even for bedding. Large densely double, bright golden flowers. The plant branches and affords fine, long stout stems for cutting.
SUNFLOWER— (Red. New) Pkt., 10c
Single, large red flowers, merging to yellow at tips of petals, very showy, height about 6 feet.
Sweet William (Single, Mixed.)
SWEET ROCKET— (Hesperis)— Mixed Pkt., 10c
A hardy perennial, growing two to three feet high. An old-fashioned, fragrant flower of the easiest culture and bearing clusters of white and purple blossoms.
SWEET WILLIAM — (Dianthus Barbatus) — A beautiful sweet scented old-fashioned perennial. Grows one to two feet high and bears its flowers in clusters at the end of a stiff stem. The individual flowerets are hand- somely colored and marked. It makes a beautiful bed- ding plant, and is of easy culture. Hardy Perennial.
SWEET WILLIAM— (Single Varieties)— Mixed Pkt,, 5c
More attractive than the double.
SWEET WILLIAM— (New Hybrids)— Mixed Pkt., 10c
A mammoth flowered single type of great beauty and value.
SWEET ALYSSUM— (See Alyssum.)
SWEET PEAS— (Sec pages 82-85.)
THUNBERGIA— (Black-Eyed Susan) Pkt., 5c
A beautiful tender climber, 3 to 5 feet high, with pale yellow or orange-yellow flowers having a distinct black center. Tender annual.
VERBENAS— (See next Page.)
VERONICA— (Speedwell) Pkt,, 5c
Long spikes of brilliant blue flowers, excellent for grow- ing in shady places and requiring plenty of moisture. Hardy perennial.
VERONICA — (Longiflorum) Pkt., 10 c
A beautiful species, with rich deep blue flowers.
WALLFLOWER — (Gold Lack) — Single mixed Pkt.. 5c
Wallflowers should be better known, their adaptability for pot culture and out-door bedding and their very sweet odor should win favor.
WALLFLOWER — (Early Paris Market) Pkt., 10c
This variety, if sown in March, will bloom in July.
WALLFLOWER— (Blood Reel) Pkt,, 10c
This is a much improved and selected stock of the Annual Wallflower brought out some years since. We have ever since been carefully selecting this, and each year getting nearer to a good blood red, and at last we have succeeded. Tf sown in March, can be had in bloom the following July.
The Excellence of our Seeds is attested by Hundreds of letters that we receive from all parts of the country.
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Mammoth Verbenas. Zinnia (Elegans.)
VERBENAS
VERBENA — (White Pink, Striped. Purple, Scarlet) Pkt., 10c Verbena seed should be soaked in luke-warm water be- fore planting and care taken that the soil be very rich. Half hardy perennial trailer.
VERBENA — (Fine Mixed) Pkt., 5c
Embraces all colors.
VERBENA — (Peerless Mixed) Pkt., 10c
Embraces a wide range of the mod beautiful colors, the clusters being of larare size.
VERBENA — ( Anriculaflora) Pkt.. 10c
This varietv embraces a most nrolific array Of Auricula
evpd hlnoeis of brilliant colors.
VERRF'NX — (Tlefiancef — Scarlet Pkt., 1 0r
vttrritiva — tBo«e ar>d P>nk Shad°s) Pkt.. I0o
VERBENA — (Lutea) — Y°llow Pkt., 10 c
This is a novelty in Verbenas', and very fine.
WHITE A VTA : Pkt,.. 5c
An easily e-nown hardv annual bearin'? s^eil vioipf- blue cup-sbapcd blossoms. Plants one foot h'sh. seed in open around in spcina: and thin the voung nlanfs.
W^STERTA — -(flhinp'm ElowpT>jner. Tall RumleA Pkt. 5c
One of our mosf, ponular bardv climherq. The flowers are ahundantlv borne in soring on loos' drooping racemes of light blue before the haves appear.
WTSTERTS — erhinese FlowprioqA — White Pkt. i(V
WH.D rrrT’MRlZRC! V, IK. 40c: 07. 15c- Pkt. 5C
Ornamental climhins- cucumber with curious' fruit, re- markable for its luxuriance and rapidity of growth.
WTD ELOWER G VRDW MIXTURE Pkt.. 5c
A delightful surnrise to thousands of flower lovers. Not a tame garden of wild flowers but a wild earden of tame flowers. A mixture of the choicest speds. mostlv an- nuals, to be sown haphazard, in a promiscuous way.
ZINNIA
A half hardy annual growing from 1 to 2 feet high. The colors are in great variety and very bright. Probably no flower has such an assortment of shades, tints and colors, and no bedding plant is more effective for a brilliant show. Sow in boxes early and transplant.
ZINNIA— (Curled and Crested)— Mixed Pkt., 10c
A fine mixture of colors. The petals are curled and the flowers large and attractive.
ZINNIA ROBUSTA — A magnificent tall form of this most useful annual, with a wonderful range of brilliant colors. One of the most effective annuals that can be grown either for the border or for cutting.
ZINNIA — (Robusta) — Tall white Pkt., 10c
ZINNIA — (Robusta) — Tall Flesh Pkt., 10c
ZINNIA — (Robusta) — Tall yellow Pkt., 10c
ZINNIA — (Robusta) — Tall scarlet ..Pkt,, 10c
ZINNIA — (Robusta) — Tall crimson..... Pkt., 10c
ZINNIA GRACILLIMA COCCINEA— (Little Red Riding Hood) Pkt. 10c
A superb dwarf variety, growing about one foot high, and literally covering itself with brilliant red blooms about one inch in diameter. Very effective both as a border plant and also when massed.
ZINNIA ELEGANS — A dwarf type with very free blooming proclivities, commencing to bloom very early and con- tinuing until killed by frost. Of great value both as a border plant and for cutting.
ZINNIA — (Elegans) — Double White Pkt., 10c
ZINNIA — (Elegans) — Double Scarlet Pkt., 10c
ZINNIA — (Elegans) — Double Buff and Yellow Pkt., 10c
ZINNTA — (Elegans) — Double Crimson Pkt., 10c
ZINNIA — (Elegans) — Double Striped Pkt., 10c
ZINNIA — Special Selected Mammoth varieties Mixed.
Pkt. L. 10c
ZINNIA — Special Selected All Varieties, Mixed. Pkt-., 10c
ZINNIA — (Double Liliput) — Mixed Pkt., 5c
A dwarf plant 1 foot high, bearing rather small, very double flowers.
ZINNIA — (Tall, Double Mixed) Pkt. 5c
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We issue the following Pamphlets on the subjects named, and same will be forwarded on request stating those desired.
SWEET PEAS, THEIR CULTURE — Combining also a list of the best varieties known to the trade. MUSHROOMS — Culture of, and class of spawn to use.
SMALL FRUIT CULTURE IN THE NORTHWEST — Covering full cultural directions for Strawberries, Rasp- berries, Blackberries, Gooseberries and Currants.
LAWNS, THEIR PREPARATION AND CARE — Covering this most important adjunct to the appearance of any home.
These pamphlets are written for the amateur, all technical verbiage eliminated from their pages, and will be found an invaluable aid to the better understanding of the subjects to which they refer. They are fully illustrated in their various lines.
WORTH KNOWING
How to Select Flower Seeds for Special Purposes
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Discounts on Orders for Seeds in Packets and Ounces only.
Customers sending $ .50 $1.00 $2.00 $3.00 $4.00
May select seeds in packets and ounces to value of 10 .25 .50 .75 1.00
THIS DISCOUNT applies to orders for Vegetable and Flower Seeds in packets or ounces and does not in- clude Seeds by weight (14-lb. or over), or collections, or bulb and plant orders', nor can it be applied to orders sent at different times during the season, or combined with the discount contained in our Special Club offer, on Page 1.
Special Offer of Spencer Sweet Peas.
We will send you one package each of the 61 varieties listed for $4.00
Or your choice of any 15 varieties, 1 package each $1 .20
Or our choice of any 1 5 varieties, 1 package each $1.00
These Special Offers are not subject to any further discount.
See Pages 82-85, for description of all varieties Sweet Peas for this season.
82 FLOWER SEEDS— (Continued.)
State Nursery and Seed Co.
SPENCER SWEET PEAS
[The Waved Type]
Our Sweet Peas are carefully grown by experienced men, from selected Stock Seed, and better seed can- not be had in this country than is supplied by us.
Our 8-page Booklet on Sweet Pea culture is compiled especially for Montana conditions and contains valuable information for the Sweet Pea lover. We will mail you a copy Free on request.
Alphabetical List of Spencer Sweet Peas for 1917
The true Spencer type should always bear an “open keel.” The real determining feature of a true Spencer is found in the keel.
Spencer Sweet Pea (Countess.)
AFTERGLOW — Per packet, 10c; oz., 40c. New paste! shades. Base of standard bright violet blue shading to rosy amethyst. Wings, electric blue, requires shading.
AMERICA— Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. White ground, iheavily striped and flaked with bright crimson scar- let. A large, bold flower of splendid form.
APPLE BLOSSOM— Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. Very large bold flower of best Spencer form. Standard very bright rose, wings primrose with flush of rose tint. A grand, robust variety.
ASTA OHN— Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. The best lavender Sweet Pea. Is more truly a soft pinkish lavender self. Flowers are very large and beautifully waved. A very charming variety.
AURORA — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. Flowers white, mottled and flaked with bright orange pink. Splendid form and nicely waved. A very pretty flower and one of the finest and largest Spencers.
BEATRICE — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. The standard is a mingling of blush and buff; the wings are pure pink. Of good Spencer form, but not so large as Countess Spencer.
BERTRAND DEAL (Improved) — Per packet, 10c; oz., 40c.
Large:, rosy lilac of great vigor. Flowers of splendid form and substance. Very fine for cutting.
BLANCHE FERRY— Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. A giant type of Spencer form, with rose standard and wings white, suffused and tinted with light pink.
CAPTAIN OF THE BLUES, or WAVERLY SPENCER—
Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. Pure purple. The margin of the petals is marbled. Very large and distinct.
CHAS. FOSTER— Per packet, 10c. Companion pastel shade to Afterglow. General effect mauve pink, some- times described as hydrangea pink. Color deepens toward center. Very pretty when shaded.
CLARA CURTIS — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. A beauti- fully waved cream, good substance, stems usually have four large flowers — a superior strain of Primrose Spencer.
COUNTESS— Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. The original giant flowered Spencer with finest waved standard and wings clear pink, deepening somewhat towards the edge, but almost self-colored. Still one of the best Sweet Peas of today.
DOBBIES, GEO. HERBERT, LAVENDER— Per packet, 10c; oz., 40c. A very clear, bright lavender.
DORIS USHER— Per packet, 10c; oz., 75c. Large sal- mon pink on cream ground.
Helena, Montana.
FLOWER SEEDS— (Continued.) 83
DUPLEX — Per packet, 10c ; oz., 30c. A rich cream pink. Practically all the plants give flowers with double or triple standards.
DOBBIES CREAM — Per packet, 10c; oz., 50c. A deep cream of the' newest and best form.
ELFRIDA PEARSON— Per packet, 10c; oz., 40c. Giant pale pink on white ground. Plants exceptionally vigorous. Most useful pink for decoration and exhibition.
EMPRESS EUGENIA— Per packet, 10c; oz., 75c. Lilac, striped on white.
ENCHANTRESS — Per packet, 10c. Bright pink, shad- ing a little deeper at the edges. Practically the same as Countess.
ETHEL ROOSEVELT— Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. Light buff primrose, with light pink flakes and stripes.
FLORA NORTON — Per packet, 10c; oz., SOc. Very nicely waved. The color is bright blue with tint of purple.
FLORENCE MORSE— Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. Stand- ard richly flushed with a beautiful and distinct shade of pink; wings soft blush pink, giving the flower a charming appearance; very large and wavy.
FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE— Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c.
A very large, finely waved bluish lavender.
GAIETY — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. The best bright colored stripe in existence. This is really ia hand- some Pea. The color is bright rose crimson, striped and splashed on ivory white. Very vigor- ous and four flowers to each stem.
GEO. HERBERT — Per packet, 10c; oz., SOc. A large Spencer rose crimson, suffused with magenta and showing veins in wings.
HELEN LEWIS — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. A very large and fine orange salmon pink, with especially bright orange standard.
HERCULES — Per packet, 10c. A giant clear pink both standard and wings, vigorous vines and fine long stems. Flowers extra large and fine.
ILLUMINATOR — Per packet, 10c; oz., 40c. A glori- ous orange salmon Sweet Pea of rare beauty and great vigor.
JOHN INGMAN — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. A fine rich rose crimson, with veins of deeper shade. Very bright. Similar to Geo. Herbert.
JESSIE CUTHBERTSON— Per packet, 10c; oz., 50c. The ground color is rich cream overlaid with stripes and marblings of bright rose pink. The whole effect is bold and pretty.
KING EDWARD — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. The best pure red Spencer, very large, with especially immense wings. Every one should grow this variety. Our strain is quite sun-proof.
KING WHITE — Per packet, 10c; oz., $1.00 Finest pure white in existence.
LOYALTY — Per packet, 10c; oz., 40|c. Large' and vigorous, dark blue stripe. Ground color white flaked and striped blue. MARY GARDEN — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. A very light cream pink. One of the new Spencers.
MARGARET MADISON — Per packet, 10c; oz., 50c. A beautiful self-colored azure blue. Has proved to be a great favorite on account of its exquisite color.
MARIE CORELLI — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. A bright growing crimson, almost self-color. Fine large flower, beauti- fully waved.
MARTHA WASHINGTON — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. A fine large flower, white ground, margined with bright pink, suffusing to center of standard and wings.
MASTERPIECE — Per packet, 10c; oz., SOc. A splendid lavender Spencer, slightly tinted mauve. Flowers very large and wavy. Stems nearly always carry four blossoms.
Spencer Sweet Pea (New Miriam Beaver.)
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MAUD HOLMES— Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. Rich crimson Spencer, fine large flower and quite sun-proof. Practically synonymous with King Edward Spencer.
MRS. HUGH DICKSON — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. The best cream pink Sweet Pea. The- color is light salmon pink on cream ground. This variety has exceptional vigor and produces large flowers, four on each stem.
MRS. ROUTZAHN — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. A beautiful blending of straw color, tinted with blush pink and shading to apricot and rose at edges.
MRS. SANKEY — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. A large black-seeded white, good form, vigorous, flowers slightly tinted with pink when young.
MRS. TOWNSEND — Per packet, 10c; oz., 75c. White ground, edged pale blue, large size' and splendid form. Fine for exhibition and garden work.
MARGARET ATLEE — Per packet, 10c; oz., 50c. A warm salmon pink perfectly suffused over a cream ground, flower of extraordinary size.
MRS. CUTHBERTSON — Per packet, 10c. Standard clear rose pink, wings white with faint flushing of pale rose pink.
NEW MIRIAM BEAVER — Per packet, 10c; oz., $1.00. The ladies’ favorite wherever Sweet Peas are grown, all other pinks look heavy beside this delightful shade.
NEW MARGARET MADISON — Per packet, 10c. A large and improved shade of lavender.
NUBIAN — Per packet, 10c; oz., 40c. Beautiful rich deep chocolate, the best maroon. V.nes vigorous producing long stout stems, carrying invariably four hold flowers.
OTHELLO — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c. Of immense size, with large, drooping wings, rich maroon, very dark and adapted for many attractive combinations. One of the best dark Sweet Peas.
PARADISE IVORY — Per packet, 10c;
oz., 30c. Cream with a suggestion of pink in the newly opened blossoms.
PEARL GREY — Per packet, 10c. Very fine lavender on primrose ground, the general effect is a pretty bluish gray.
PRIMROSE, Morse’s Extra Selected Strain — Per packet, 10c; oz., 30c.
The finest of its class, clear, prim- rose self of best Spencer form, beau- tifully waved flowers large and most- ly four blossoms on each stem.
ROSABELLE — Per packet, 10c; oz., 40c.
A splendid dark rose of vigorous growth.
ROYAL PURPLE— Per packet, 10c;
oz., 50c. A rich royal purple which holds its color throughout the sea- son.
STIRLING STENT— Per packet, 10c.
Glorious deep salmon suffused with orange; a beautiful Sweet Pea, es- pecially in artificial light, but must be shaded to get true color.
SUNPROOF CRIMSON— Per packet, 10c; oz., 40c. A grand crimson Spencer. Flowers very large land nicely waved. Generally carries four blossoms on each stem.
TENNANT — Per packet, 10 c; oz., 30c.
A large flowered rosy-purple. One of the best lavender types.
THOS. STEVENSON— Per packet, 10c; oz., 40c. Brilliant orange scarlet. Flowers splendid form and vines very vigorous.
WEDGE WOOD— Per packet, 10c. A
clear, bright, silvery blue with a faint suggestion of mauve in the standard. The color improves great- ly in water, and as flower ages the color brightens. Morse’s strain has been pronounced the best blue Spen- cer, and we are glad to offer it.
WHITE SPENCER, Morse’s Re-selected — Per packet, 10c; oz., 40c. The best Spencer white. Flowers very large and magnificent Spencer waved form Stems as a rule, carry four blossoms.
Spencer Sweet Pea (Primrose.)
SPENCER MIXED HYBRIDS— M -lb.,
$1.00; oz., 40c; Yz oz., 20c. A splen- did mixture, blended carefully. Has pleased thousands of our customers.
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Alphabetical List ot Grandiflora Sweet Peas for 1917
The Grandiflora Type always bears a “Clamped Keel.” 1 held compactly and are tightly enclosed in the keel.
APPLE BLOSSOM— Pink and white
AURORA— Orange rose, striped on white -
AGNES ECKFORD— Very light pink
AMERICA— White ground flaked and strip* d with crimson gold
BLACK KNIGHT— Dark maroon, veined black .
BLANCHE FERRY— Bright rose and white
BOLTON’S PINK — Salmon pink, veined rose
BLANCHE BURPEE— Pure white, large
COCCINEA— Pure cerise
COUNTESS or COUNTESS OF RADNOR— Lavender.
DOROTHY ECKFORD— White seeded, one of the best
DUKE OF WESTMINSTER— Clear purple
EARLIEST OF ALL— A very fine early variety, with white wings and pink keel.
EMILY HENDERSON— Pure white. White seeded
FIREFLY — Bright red
FLORA NORTON — Bright sky blue
FRANK DOLBY — Very fine lavender
FLORENCE WRIGHT— White
GLADYS UNWIN— Clear light pink
HELEN PIERCE — Bright blue mottled with white
KATHERINE TRACY— Soft pink
KING EDWARD VII.— Deep red
LADY G. HAMILTON— Light mauve
I.ORD NELSON — Dark blue
LOTTIE ECKFORD — Heavily shad1 d lavender
LOVELY — Deep pink
MRS. KENYON — Large clear primrose
MRS. COLLIER — Clear primrose yellow
MRS. GEO. HIGGINSON— Light lavender
MRS. WALTER WRIGHT— Rose purple
MISS WILMOTT— Orange pink
NAVY BLUE — Indigo and violet
NORA UNWIN — Very fine and pure white seeded
OTHELLO — Very dark maroon
PHENOMENAL— Shaded, edged lilac
PRIMA DONNA — Pure pink, self colon d
PRINCE OF WALES — Rose crimson
QUEEN ALEXANDER — Bright scarh I red, self-colored.
ROMOLA PIAZZANT— Violet blue self
ROSE DU BARRI — Crimson orange
SALOPIAN— Pure red
SHASTA — Large white :
ST. GEORGE — Brilliant onange pink..
SYBIL ECKFORD— Buff and pink
SWEET PEAS IN MIXED COLORS.
CUPID MIXED-
CHRISTMAS FLOWERING SWEET PEAS.
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CHRISTMAS PINK— Pink
EARLIEST OF ALL— Pink and while
MRS. ALEX WALLACE— Lavender.. Pkt. 10c; Oz., 40c
MRS. C. H. TOTTY— Sky blue Pkt. 10c; Oz., 40c
MRS. F. J. DOLANSKY — Clear pale pink Pkt. 10c; Oz., 40c
MONT BLANC— White Pkt. 10c; Oz., 40c
MTXED, ALL COLORS— Cupid type Pkt., 10c; Oz., 35c
86 VEGETABLE SEEDS.
State Nursery and Seed Co.
GENERAL LIST OF
VEGETABLE SEEDS
Vegetable Garden Time Table for Planting Seeds
[FROM PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE]
Asparagus March to June
Beans (All varieties) May
Beets (Table varieties) ..April to May
Beets (Stock) May
Broccoli (Hot bed) March
Brussels Sprouts (Hot bed) ....March Cabbage (Early varieties, hot bed)
March
Cabbage (Late varieties, hot bed)
April
Cabbage (Late, in open) May
Carrots (Table varieties) April
and May
Carrots (Stock) May
Cauliflower (Hot bed) March
Celery (Late, hot bed) April
Celery (Early, hot bed) March
Chervil May to July
Cress (Pepper Grass) May to July
Cress (Water' May to July
Corn May 10 to 20
Cucumbers May
Endive April to July
Kohl Rabi May and June
Kale May
Lettuce April to July
Leek May
Melon (Water) May
Melon (Musk) .*. May
Onion Sets March and April
Onion Seed April and May
Onion Seed (to winter) ....July and
August
Parsnip April
Parsley May
Peas April to June
Pepper (Hot bed)..
Potatoes
Pumpkin
Radish
Rhubarb
Salsify
Spinach
Squash
Sunflower
Turnip
Tomato (Hot bed) Rutabaga
March
May
May
April to July
May to July
...April and May April to August
May
May
April to July
March
May and June
This table is for general use in Montana and has been compiled after much experience in vegetable gardening. This will apply to Idaho, Dakota and Wyoming, also.
Tomatoes.
Com.
Miscellaneous Vegetables.
Views of our Seed 'Trial Grounds, Sept. 1916
The above photographs show better than words can describe the results that can be obtained in Montana and contiguous territory with a modicum of care and attention. For years it was thought that vegetables could not be successfully grown in this section, but this theory has been abundantly refuted by the wonderful displays made at the County and State Fairs year after year, and we are proud to say, in most cases grown from the “PEERLESS” seeds supplied from THE STATE NURSERY AND SEED CO. Note the Back Cover of this Catalog. Rarely, in any part of the world has such a display of vegetables from one garden been exhibited. It was admired by thousands at the Mon- tana State Fair TTUpna, Sept., 1916.
ARTICHOKES
ARTICHOKE ROOTS — (Dry Farmed) 1 lb. (Postpaid) 20c, or by Express or
Freight 1 lb., 15c; 10 lbs., $1.00
Write for prices on larger quantities.
Most valuable food for hogs that can be grown. Every hog raiser should plant them. They are not only very healthful, but as a fattening agent are unexcelled. They yield very heavily, 300 to 350 bushels to the acre being realized on good soil. It is not necessary to dig them for if given an op- portunity, the hogs will help themselves.
Artichokes need planting but once, and little or no culture after the first year. Cut as potatoes, only smaller; plant in rows three and one-half feet apart. Plow deep, plant shallow, say two inches. The second year, break up the ground as for corn; they will come up thickly all over the artichoke. surface. Those wishing to purchase should place orders early.
Helena, Montana.
VEGETABLE SEEDS— (Continued.) 87
ASPARAGUS
Sow early in the spring in drills 2 inches deep and 12 inches apart if to be culti- vated by hand. One ounce of seed will make about 500 plants. When the plants are one or two years old trans- plant to rows 5 feet apart and 18 inches apart in the row. Cover the soil 4 to 5 inches deep with well rotted manure and disc well — then plow as deep as possible and fine with harrow. Turn fur- rows 5 feet apart, about 6 inches deep. Place plants in these about 18 inches apart, with the roots well spread out. Turn a light furrow back over them and level with the harrow by cross harrowing.
ASPARAGUS — (Conover’s Colossal) Pkt., 5c; oz. 10c; lb., 75c The favorite in our western market having a pink tinge, and very fine flavor, of vigorous growth, none better.
ASPARAGUS — (Palmetto) Oz. 10c; Lb., 75c
The plants are strong and vigorous in growth, producing large, thick, dark green shoots, with a distinctly pointed head or tip.
ASPARAGUS — (Bonvallet’s Giant) Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 40c;
Lb .. $1.35
The quickest yielding (a year ahead of seed of other sorts), heaviest producing, finest quality and most dis- ease resisting of any variety. Market gardeners are dis- carding other well known sorts in favor of this variety.
BEANS — (Curry’s Rust-Proof Wax) Lb., (Postpaid) 40c
A very early, beautiful wax bean, bearing an abundance of crisp, tender, stringless pods, flat, long, meaty. It is absolutely rust-proof, at least we have never seen any beans of this variety that were affected with rust. The . vine is hardy and vigorous. The beans, when ripe, are bluish-black and kidney shaped. An excellent shipper.
BEANS — (Improved Black Wax) % Pint Carton, 20c;
Lb. (Postpaid) 40c
An old favorite, which is universally popular. Round full, fleshy pods; excellent flavor. Earliest Wax Beans.
BEANS — (Davis’ White Wax) % Pint Carton 20c
Lb. (Postpaid) 40c
Is a very productive sort. Pods long, straight and thick.
Beans white, kidney shaped.
BEANS — (Improved Golden Wax) % Pint Carton 20c
Lb. (Postpaid) 40c
Probably the best known of all Wax Beans; it is the ideal Wax Bean; very prolific. Thick fleshed and string- less.
BEANS — (Delicious Wax) % Pint Carton, 20c
Lb. (Postpaid) 40c
A splendid table variety, of truly delicious flavor. Medi- um, early, exceedingly tender and very productive.
BEANS — (Dwarf or Snap Green Podded.)
BEANS — (Peerless Long Yellow Six Weeks) % Pint
Carton 20c
Lb. (Postpaid) 35c
Early, full, flat, green pod, an old favorite, improved.
BEANS — (Bountiful) % Pint Carton 20c
Lb. (Postpaid) 35c
5 Lbs., $1.50; 10 Lbs. $2.75, at purchaser’s expense. This bean is of most handsome growth, very sturdy and practically rust proof. Very early, hardy and very pro- lific. Pods are very large, of rich meaty flavor, very ten- der and stringless.
BEANS
(2 lbs. to 100 feet in drills, or 150 hills; 120 lbs. to the acre, in drills.)
A succession of sowing can be made from the first week in May until June. Plant in drills about 2 inches deep, and from 18 inches 1o 2 feet apart, according to the rich- ness of the soil; the poorer the soil, the closer they can be planted. The seed should be dropped about 2 inches apart.
BEANS — (Stringless Green Pod) % Pint Carton, 20c
Lb. (Postpaid) 35c
An early variety, with long pale green round pods. Keeps tender for a long time after reaching maturity.
BEANS — (Longfellow) % Pint Carton, 20c
Lb. (Postpaid) 35c
An extra early sort, with long round green pods, very solid and fleshy. Very tender and stringless until very old.
Inoculate this Seed with
FARMOGERM.
BEANS (Dwarf Wax Sorts)
We handle Planet , Jr. Seeders and Cultivators and Barker Mulcher Weeder.
For Prices see last pages of Catalogue.
Note — The supply of Beans in all sections of the country is the shortest in many years due to unfav- orable weather conditions, and augmented by the enormous demand for food purposes from Europe. Consequently, the stock of most varieties is very lim- ited, and early orders are advised.
Beans (Rust- Proof Wax.)
beans v«"|P,'uvt;U oiack Wax.)
Beans (Improved Golden Wax.)
State Nursery and Seed Co.
88 VEGETABLE SEEDS — ( Continued .)
FIELD BEANS
CALIFORNIA WONDER OR IMPROVED TREE BEAN—
Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Express or Freight. Lb., 25c A wonderful productive, white field bean. This is the heaviest yielding Bean known, belonging to the class of field Beans resembling the well known “Navy.” On ac- count of its snowy whiteness, small size, the California Wonder commands high prices. Our seed is carefully selected pure stock seldom found in Navy Beans. Thirty pounds of California. Wonder Beans will plant an acre.
(One ounce will produce about 3,000 plants.)
Sow the first week in May in drills 3 or 4 inches apart, covering seeds lightly. When the leaves are about three inches broad, transplant to prepared beds 2 feet apart each way. Much resembles Cauliflower; cultivation the same.
BROCCOLI— (Snow White) Pkt, 5c; oz., 50c; % Lb., $1.50 Pure white color: heads medium size, close and com- pact.
BROCCOLI— (Purple Cape) Pkt. 5c; Oz., 50c; % Lb., $1.50 Same as above, excepting color.
BEANS (Dwarf or Bush)
BEANS — (Stnall White Rush Lima) V2
Pint Carton, 15c: Lb. (Postpaid) 35c
Fine flavor, full sweet and succulent, becoming very popular; is also an ex- cellent dry bean- earliest of all.
BEANS — (Dwarf Lima) Lb. (Postpaid) 35c Lars-e white: is the earliest Lima Bean in cultivation; a ereat favorite for the family garden.
BEANS — (Broad Windsor).... % Lb., 15c: Lb. ('Postpaid) 35c This Bean is very hardv. and should be planted as soon as the soil is in good state in the soring. Plant, four inches apart, and 2 inches deep in dribs three feet apart, to insure well fiPed pods, pinch off the tops as soon as pods begin to set.
BEANS (Pole or Running)
BEANS — (Kentucky Wonder) Lb. (Postpaid) 30c
An enormously productive variety: entirely stringless, large tender pods: best pole bean for market gardeners.
BEANS — (Scarlet Runner) Lb. (Postpaid) 40c
An English bean of great merit; very tender and sweet; also grown as ornamental flowering vine for trellises.
BEANS — (Lazy Wife’s) Lb. (Postpaid) 35c
Immensely popular, pods medium dark green color, from 4% to 6 Inches long; very fleshy and stringless when ripe; are excellent shell beans.
BEANS — (Yard Long) % Lb., 25c; Lb. (Postpaid) 75c
This a novelty from Japan, and is perhaps the largest variety known. Pods have been grown to a length of 3 to 4 feet.
Beans (Kentucky Wonder.)
IMPROVED WHITE NAVY — The result of years of careful growing and selecting. Far superior in both quality and productiveness t,o the common sorts. The vine is of medium size erect, bearing a profusion of long pods well up from the ground. The dry beans are small, pure white and of fine appearance. Scarce. Write for prices.
BOSTON YELLOW EYE Lb. (Postpaid) 25c
By Freight or Exp., Lb., 20c
While much larger quantities of White Beans of Ihe Navy type are used than of all other varieties com- bined, those who know about the Boston Yellow Eye pre- fer them to any other Bean for cooking as they possess a richness and flavor known to no other variety.
BEANS — (In 5c Lithographed Packages.)
Golden Wax Red Valentine' Early Six Weeks
Black Wax Refugee Green Mohawk
Bush Lima Stringless Green Davis Wax
BROCCOLI
Beans (Late Refugee.)
Beans (Scarlet Runner.)
BEANS — (Mohawk) Lb. (Postpaid) 35c
This variety stands cold better than any other bush variety: excellent quality.
BEANS — (Extra Early Red Valentine) % Pint Cartons, 20c; Lb. (Postpaid), 35c Long, full, flat green pods, 10 days earlier than the old Valentine.
BEANS — (Late Refugee — 1000 to 1) % Pint
Carton 20c
Lb. (Postpaid) 35c
A very productive bean, exceedingly tender and of most excellent, flavor. Pods are silvery green, round and slen- der. A splend'd sort for mid-season and late use, and excellent for pickling.
Beans
(Valentine.)
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TABLE BEETS
HOW TO PLANT — The soil should be rich and deeply plowed, say 8 to 10 inches. Sow in rows from 14 to 20 inches apart and about 1 to 1% inches deep. About 6 pounds of seed to the acre for garden or stock feed and for sugar about 20 pounds of seed to the acre. As soon as the plants have the fifth and sixth leaf, thin to one plant each 8 inches. If under irrigation, water as soon as thinned. Cultivate often and do not water again until abso- lutely necessary, as the soil will dry from the surface down and the tap roots will follow. Careful tests have proven that one cultivation a week will give the best results. Keep clean and remember that cultivation is the .next thing nec- essary after the best seeds and the two are necessary for success.
Beet (Crimson Globe.)
BEET — (Crimson Globe) Oz., 10c; % Pint Carton, 15c; %
Lb., 40c: Lb $1.50
Beets may come and Beets may go, but still the Crimson Globe retains its position as the best Beet for the market gardener, as well as for the private garden. It is very ^symmetrical, with small tap root, and but few fibrous roots; color outside is deep blood-red; inside layers of blood red, light-grained and unsurpassed in quality. One sowing only is necessary to produce early beets for market and main crop for winter use.
BEET — (Half Long Blood) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00 An excellent main crop beet. A great favorite as a table or field sort. Roots are deep red in color, and always symmetrical and smooth. In quality it is sweet, crisp and tender, and is an enormous cropper, and a reliable winter keeper. It is a heavy beet without being hard to pull. It never becomes woody and is always good for table use or stock food, whether pulled young or old.
BEET — (Edmunds Early Blood Turnip) Oz., 10c; Lb.,
30c; Lb $1.00
Roots of good form turnip shaped and flesh deep red, as name indicates. This is a standard variety, and one of the best.
BEET — (Extra Early Dark Red Montana Strain) —
Oz., 10c; % Pint Carton, 15c; Lb $1.40
The market gardener’s beet. For richness of color and exquisite flavor this new strain cannot be equalled. Early, rich and sweet.
Beet (Dark Red Egyptian.)
BEET — (Dark Red Egyptian) Oz., 10c; % Pint Carton, 15c;
% Lb., 40c; Lb $1.30
Has more good qualities than any other beet, extra early, sweet, small-leaved; color dark crimson.
BEET — (Market Gardener’s) — See Crimson Globe.
BEET — (Eclipse) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 25c; Lb 80c
Best variety for main crop; good keeper clear blood red, sweet and tender.
BEET — (Detroit Dark Red Turnip) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c;
Lb $1.00
One of the best early Beets either for table or market; small top, early maturing splendid shape and color, very crisp, tender and sweet.
BEET — (Early Blood Turnip) Oz., 10c; % Pint Carton, 15c;
Lb $1.00
An old standby; good for early or late planting. Of fine form, good flavor, red color. Very desirable for home or market purposes.
BEETS (In 5c Lithographed Packages)
Extra Fancy Egyptian, Early Blood Turnip, Early
Eclipse, Edmunds Blood, Crimson Globe, Wanzleben Sugar, Long Red Mangel.
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Mangel Wurzel (Yellow Globe.)
SUGAR BEETS
SUGAR BEET — (Wanzleben) Lb. (Postpaid) 60c; by
Express or Freight, Lb., 55c; 10 Lbs $5.00 „s.
Best of all sugar beets; has rather long slender root , !
very rich in sugar; will yield under average conditions *
16 tons to the acre'. All stock men know that sugar makes fat, and will realize its value as a stock food.
SUGAR BEET — (Vilmorin’s Improved) Lb. (Postpaid)
60c; by Express or Freight, Lb., 55c; 10 Lbs $5.00 3FMW
This French variety is popular with sugar beet grow- ers; contains a larger percentage of sugar and requires less water than others.
SUGAR BEET — (Jaenseh’s Victrix) Lb. (Postpaid) 50c; Lb. by Express, 45c;
10 Lbs $4.25
This sort is credited with being the highest grade sugar beet grown. Of medium size, very even, white flesh and very rich in sugar.
BEET — (Giant Feeding Sugar Beet or Half Sugar White Mangel) Lb.
(Postpaid) 50c; by Express or Freight, Lb., 45c; 10 Lbs $4.00
The most valuable of all for stock feeding very heavy yielder, the favor- ite with stock feeders, easily pulled, growing half out of the ground.
BEET — (Stock Feeding) Lb. (Postpaid) 40c;
By Express or Freight, Lb., 45c; 10 Lbs $4.00
A Half Sugar Beet of large size, which is a very popular variety with cattlemen.
For Stock Feeding — The ground should be thoroughly prepared and made firm and mellow, same as for Mangels. Seeding and cultivation g tCC should be continued in much the same manner except that they should be ^ivanj|Ahpn ^ thinned out 6 to 8 inches in the row. The Giant Feeding Sugar Beets or ^ " ’
Half Sugar Mangels are especially valuable for feeding stock as they give a feed of much greater nutritive value' than mangels.
Mangel Wurzel (Giant Red Eckendorf.)
MANGEL WURZELS
MANGEL — (Mammoth Long Red) % Pint Carton, 15c;
Lb. (Postpaid) 40c
By Express or Freight, Lb., 35c; 10 Lbs $3.00
Immense yielder; very large, skin dark red; splendid for winter feeding.
MANGEL — (Golden Tankard) Lb. (Postpaid) 40c
By Express or Freight, Lb., 35c; 10 Lbs $3.00
The dairyman’s Mangel; fine grained yellow flesh, rich in milk producing qualities.
MANGEL — (Danish Sludstrup) Lb. (Postpaid) 45c
By Express or Freight, Lb., 40c; 10 Lbs $3.75
The Danish government encourages the growing of root crops by offering certificates of merit to growers who select and produce sorts which are of distinctive value. Sludstrup is considered the best of all Mangels, having been awarded first class certificate. In color it is red- dish-yellow and of a. distinct type. It contains the largest per cent of nutriment found in any sort. It is very hardy, grows well above ground and is easily pulled.
MANGEL — (Giant Half Sugar Rose) Lb. (Postpaid) 40c;
Lb. by Express, 35c; 10 Lbs. $3.00
A magnificent sort, growing at least half out of the ground, rendering the crop easy to gather. Skin of the upper part is rose colored, and the lower part white. Flesh white tinged with rose.
MANGEL — (Giant Yellow Eckendorf) Lb. (Postpaid) 40c;
By Express or Freight, Lb., 35c; 10 Lbs $3.00
The same as the Giant Red variety except the skin is yel- low. Very desirable in all respects.
MANGEL— (Yellow Globe) Lb. (Postpaid) 40c;
By Express or Freight, Lb., 35c; 10 Lbs $3.00
An especially good variety to grow if one has a limited supply of water; a, great favorite for dairymen, making a wonderful increase in milk; easy to pull and harvest;
tops are small.
MANGEL — (Red Leviathan) Lb. (Postpaid) 40c;
By Express or Freight, Lb., 35c; 10 Lbs $3.25
Makes a large, magnificent root, growing half above the ground and easily lifted; an enormous cropper and good keeper. It is of even shape, with smooth skin. Flesh
firm and sweet.
MANGEL — (Giant Red Eckendorf) Lb. (Postpaid) 40c;
By Express or Freight, Lb., 35c; 10 Lbs $3.00
A very popular variety grown in European countries where root crops are grown on a very large scale. It has also proved very satisfactory in the United States whenever it has been tried. The roots are smooth, long and cylindrical in shape, very much like the tankard mangels. They are very heavy, weighing up to 15 and 20 pounds each. The flesh is firm, crisp and solid, white in color and of high feeding value. This variety is easily harvested, a large proportion growing above ground.
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SWISS CHARD
SWISS CHARD— (Or Sea Kale Beet) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 10c; % Lb., 25c; Lb., 85c Although httle known in Amer- ica, this vegetable is worthy of a place in every gar- den. The leaf and the leaf stem are the parts used and they are much su- perior to those of other beets to use as greens. Later in the season the broad, flat beauti- ful, wax-like leaf stems are cooked as a salad or pickled.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS
BRUSSELS SPROUTS— Species of cabbage; cultivation the same. One ounce will grow a bed of 40 square feet and produce about 3,000 plants. This is a delicious vegetable, superior to either Broccoli or Spinach. The small, cabbage-like heads which grow upon the stem are much im- proved by a moderate frost. Sow in hotbeds in March or April, and in the open ground in May; cultivate same as Broccoli. BRUSSELS SPROUTS— (Improv- ed Half Dwarf) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 25c;
14 Lb 80c
An improved variety growing about 20 inches high; produces sprouts in abundance, cut out head of plant when sprouts have formed.
BRUSoiiii^o or hoc i S — (Amager Market) Oz., 25c; !4 Lb., 90c. This is a new introduction, and a splendid variety. It grows about 20 to 24 inches in height, bearing sprouts very heavily, of even size and lorm. its quality and flavor are of the best.
CABBAGE
(One ounce will prouuce l,oU0 plants; half pound will produce plants for one acre.
The soil should be deep and rich. Tor early crop grow plants in hot beds, transplanting to cold frames and then as early as possible after danger of freezing to the open ground. Cultivate often and keep well watered if under irrigation. E'or late crops sow seed in open ground and transplant, or some succeed finely by sowing seeds in hills where wanted and thinning to one. This avoids the necessity of waiting for a damp time to transplant. CABBAGE — (Copenhagen Market) Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; 14
Lb $1.50
A new early variety, which will be very popular with market gardeners. It is the finest large, round-headed, early canbage in cultivation. It is further desirable on account of the remarkable characteristic of maturing the heads all at the same time, enabling the grower to gather his crop with less expense and permitting the cleaning of the land at the first cutting. The heads aver- age about ten pounds each in weight, are hard and solid with small core. The quality is extra fine and sweet. It matures as early as the Wakefields and will yield more to the acre in weight. It is a short-stemmed variety, the heads nearly resting on the ground. The leaves are light green, rather small, saucer-shaped and tightly folded, making it possible to set them close to- gether in the field.
Cabbage (Copenhagen Market.)
CABBAGE — (Enkhuizen’s Glory) Pkt., 10c; Oz., 50c; (4
Lb $1.25
The earliest and largest white Cabbage — attractive for market purposes. Solid with large ball-shaped heads thin-ribbed and hard, few outside leaves; exceedingly tender. Is a dwarf and compact grower; allowing close planting; will yield more tons per acre than any other variety.
CABBAGE — (Danish Improved Brunswick) Oz., 25c; %
Lb., 75c; Lb $2.50
An ideal second early variety of drumhead type. De- sirable for the home garden, of dwarf compact growth and few outer leaves. Head large, flat, solid and of excellent quality.
Cabbage (Extra Early Express.)
CABBAGE — (Extra Early Express) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c; %
Lb., 70c; Lb $2.50
This variety has produced fair-sized marketable heads in 80 days from the sowing of the seed. There are few loose Leaves and almost every plant forms a head. It can be planted close, and yields a large crop.
CABBAGE — (Peerless Wakefield) Oz., 25c; % Lb. 75;;
Lb $2.50
This has been for many years the leading early Cabbage in America. The main difficulty has been to get a per- fectly satisfactory and reliable strain of seed. Buyers will find in Peerless Wakefield the genuine article. It has few outer leaves, and in compactness and regularity cannot be surpassed. The thick stout leaves and com- pact habit make it the best sort for very early setting. It frequently matures inside of 100 days from sowing.
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CABBAGE — (Large Flat Dutch) Oz., 25c; % LL., 75c;
Lb $2.50
Flat Dutch is comparatively free from a disposition to burst, and is one of the most reliable winter keepers. This strain will do better under partial neglect than any other in the world, possibly excepting Surehead.
CABBAGE — (Chinese Pe Tsai or Celery Cabbage) Pkt., 10c;
Oz., 25c; % Lb 75c
This Chinese introduction is really of great merit, grow- ing somewhat like the Cos lettuce. Boiled, and seasoned with butter, it makes a most delectable dish, and is also a splendid base for salads. Sow rather later than ordi- nary cabbages — as too early sowings have a tendency to run to seed too quickly.
CABBAGE— (Houser) Pkt., 10c; Oz., 30c; % Lb $1.00
A distinct variety of winter Cabbage. For a solid shape- ly, heavy, sweet cabbage it cannot be beaten, and by rea- son of its compact growth and freedom from loose leaves, fully 500 to 600 more plants can be grown to the acre.
Flat Dutch.)
CABBAGE — Early Winningstadt) Oz., 20c; % Lb., 70c;
Lb $2.25
This is another old and famous type of early Cabbage but as in the: case of Wakefield, the main difficulty is to get a strain of seed representing the highest gfade of excellence. Such a. strain will be found in our Win- ningstadt. It is al- most as early as Wakefield. It is a sure header, even where other sorts may fail, and seems to be less liable to the attacks of Cabbage worm than many other varieties.
CABBAGE— (Red Stonehead) Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; % Lb., 75c More or less trouble is often experienced by market gardeners in finding a really reliable Red Cabbage that will head with uniform size and quality. In Red Stone- head they will find a variety that will fill their strictest requirements, literally solid as a stone, and of good color throughout. Invaluable for pickling purposes.
Cabbage (Early
Cabbage (Savoy.)
CABBAGE — (Drumhead Savoy) Oz., 30c; % Lb., 85c;
Lb $3.00
Should be more generally grown; delicious after slightly frosted.
CABBAGE— (Surehead) Oz., 25c; y4 Lb., 65c; Lb., $2.25 For main crop is unexcelled; large flattish round heads, fine and solid; always “heads.”
CABBAGE — (Short Stem Danish Ball Head) Oz., 25c;
% Lb., 70c; Lb $2.20
Very hardy, handsome, very solid, of fine quality. Plant vigorous compact growing, with longer stem than most American sorts and exceedingly hardy in resisting cold and dry weather; leaves large, thick, bluish green cov- ered with whitish bloom. Heads medium sized, round, very solid, and stands shipment better than any other lcito sort
CABBAGE — (Danish Roundhead) Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c; 14
Lb., 75c
This is an improved form of the Danish Ball Head, and will average more in weight per head than the old par- ent type. Shorter stemmed, very vigorous and has de- veloped a wonderful capacity for withstanding hot sun. Inside leaves blanch pure white, very solid, and exceed- ingly crisp and tpnder.
CABBAGE— (Red Dutch) Oz. 25c; % Lb 75c
Used principally for pickling; solid heads, good color.
Cabbage (Early Summer.)
CABBAGE — Early Summer) Oz, 20c ; % Lb., 60c; Lb., $2.25 It is the earliest of large Cabbages, be- ing at least a week in advance of any other strains of Early Summer. The deep flat heads are remarkably uniform in shape, size and color. Good quality and tenderness are marked features.
CABBAGE — (Peerless Holland) Oz., 30c; % Lb., 80c; Lb., $3 Most remarkable Cabbage yet produced. Medium sized heads, very heavy, fine grain, small stem and the best keeper known; always commands the best price; those who know this Cabbage will have no other for a long keeper. Sow early for best results.
Helena, Montana.
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CABBAGE — (In 5c Lithographed Packages.)
Large Flat Dutch Surehead (Main crop) Winningstadt Early Jersey Wakefield Extra Early Express.
Holland (Winter) Drumhead Savoy Danish Ballhead Red Dutch
The photograph below shows most graphi- cally what can be accomplished even by school children when properly directed, and supplied with seeds from THE STATE NURSERY & SEED CO. The astonishing results dis- played of Cabbage and Tomatoes were grown by the child showing them, in the School Gar- den at Kalispell, Mont., under the personal direction of Superintendent G. H. Davey, to whom we are indebted for the photo.
CARBOT — (French Forcing) Oz.,
20c; % Lb., 75c; Lb $1.75
This Carrot is one of such quick growl h that a good name for it is the Radish Carrot, for it cer- tainly matures as quickly as a radish. It has a very fine neck and a rather hollow crown. We highly recommend it to all our customers who desire a small, early, delicious Carrot that will mature early, but must be sown in very rich soil.
Carrot (French Forcing.)
CARROT — (Peerless Shorthorn) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 40c;
Lb $1.25
Earliest and best standard table variety; short top, sweet and tender.
Carrot (Oxheart or Guerande.)
CARROT— (Peerless Oxheart or Guerande) Oz., 10c; % Pint
Carton, 25c; Lb $1.00
Medium early, bright orange color, fine grained and sweet; one of the best table varieties. Can be pulled by hand: well suited to heavy soils, but will thrive equally well in other situations.
CARROT — (Chantenay) Oz., 10c; M Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.20 A French variety, well adapted to family or market gar- dener’s use, as it is tender, fine grained and sweet.
CARROT — (Danvers Half Long) Oz. 15c; % Lb., 60c:
Lb $1.75
A standard variety, and one of the heaviest croppers. Color dark orange, very thick shoulder, of a most ex- cellent quality. Length 8 to 10 inches.
CARROT — (Half Long Scarlet Stump Rooted) Oz., 15c; %
Lb., 60c; Lb $1.75
A variety about as large as Danvers, but not so thick. It is of uniform thickness from shoulder to root and very
stump-rooted.
CARROT — (Improved Long Orange) Oz.. 10c; Lb., 30c;
Lb 90c
Excellent variety for garden or field culture. Good qual- ity for dairy cows; attains large size.
CARROTS FOR STOCK.
CARROT— (Mastodon) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb., 30c; Lb 90c
A vast improvement on the White and Yellow Belgian sort. The roots are short and very heavy at the shoul- der, and frequently measure 15 to 20 inches, yielding from 20 to 25 tons to the acre.
CARROTS
CARROT — (White Belgian) Oz., 10c: 14 Lb., 30c; Lb., 85c Grown extensively for stock feeding. Very heavy cropper.
(One ounce to 100 feet in drill; four pounds to an acre.) Good s^ndy loam is best adapted for carrots of all varie- ties. The shorter varieties, however, can be sown in heav- ier lands with good results.
CARROT — (Amsterdam Forcing) Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., 75c
Lb $1.75
A very early and rapid grower. Half long in shape, and of good color. A favorite for market gardeners’ early
crop.
CARROT — (Victoria) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb., 30c; Lb 90c
Our records prove this to be the most popular Red Stock Carrot in the list, no doubt on account of its sweetness and heavy yield.
CARROTS— (In 5c Lithographed Packages.)
Danvers Half Long Oxheart,
Improved Long Orange French Forcing
Early Scarlet Horn
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CAULIFLOWER
(One ounce for 5 000 plants.)
The accompanying illustration, for which we are indebted to Mr. G. H. Davey, the Superin- tendent of the Kalispell School Gardens, Kali- spell, Mont., portrays what can be accom- plished with STATE NURSERY & SEED CO.’S seeds. It will tax the best efforts of many professional market gardeners to beat the results attained by the happy little fellow here pictured under the title of “The Cauliflower Kid.” No healthier or better training, result- ing in greater benefit to the children, has been devised than that of School Garden work, and the STATE NURSERY & SEED CO. are always ready to aid school Superintendents and others in this line as far as possible.
Culture — Cauliflower is a gross feeder, and well repays heavy manuring and high culture. It succeeds best on well drained soil. For spring crop, plant, the seed in pro- tected beds early in February and the plants will be ready to transplant probably early in April. The young plants should be thinned, since they become very spindly if al- lowed to grow too thick in seed bed.
CAULIFLOWER— (Peerless Snowball) Pkt. of about 350
seeds, 25c; % Oz., 80c; Oz. $2.50; 14 Lb $7.25
Is the best all-round Cauliflower on the market — early or late — for the family or the market garden. It heads where others fail. Its close and compact growth habit, permits one-third more to be planted on the same quan- tity of ground than can be done with other varieties.
CAULIFLOWER— (Early Erfurt) Pkt. of 350 seeds, 15c;
14 Oz., 60c; Oz., $2.00; 14 Lb $7.00
An extra early variety; scarcely a plant fails to produce a head.
CAULIFLOWER— (Early Model) Pkt. of about 350 seeds,
15c; 14 Oz., 80c; Oz., $2.00; 14 Lb $7.25
Next in merit to- our Peerless Snowball. Early, compact, sure heading, pure white.
CAULIFLOWER — (Giant Danish) Pkt. of about 350 seeds
10c; 14 Oz. 60c; Oz., $1.50
Is more resistant to unfavorable seasons than other sorts, particularly in dry weather.
CAULIFLOWER — (Early Paris) Pkt. 10c; 14 Oz., 60c;
Oz $1.50
A compact, short-stemmed variety of exceptional merit, especially adapted to the family garden.
CAULIFLOWER — (Danish Perfection) Pkt. 25c; 14
Oz., $1.00: Oz $3.00
This sort is a very early and dwarf variety, and most desirable for both the market gardener and the home garden.
CAULIFLOWER — (Autumn Giant) Pkt., 15c; 14 Oz., 60c;
Oz $1.50
A splendid late variety, as its name indicates. Very large, very white and a sure header under almost all conditions.
Celeriac (Giant Smooth Prague.)
CELERIAC
CELERIAC — (Giant Smooth Prague) Pkt. 50c; Oz., 40c Turnip rooted celery. Excellent for soups; will keep all winter; roots large, smooth, good flavor.
CELERY
(One ounce will produce 7,000 plants.)
Sow seeds in a hot bed or cold frame. As soon as the plants are about 3 inches high, transplant to a nicely pre- pared bed in the border, setting them 4 or 5 inches apart. When some 8 inches high, and fine stocky plants, set them in trenches. Earth up a little during the summer, keeping the leaf stalks close together so that the soil can- not get between them. Finish earthing up in autumn, and never hoe or earth up in moist weather.
Keep the seed bed moist to insure quick germination and vigorous growth.
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CELERY — (Paris Golden Self Blanching) Pkt., 25c; Oz., $1.00
% Lb $3.50
A remarkable early sort, entirely self-blanching, with beautiful, large golden-yellow heart, crisp, solid and nutty in flavor.
CELERY— (White Plume) Pkt., 5c; Oz. 40c; % Lb., $1.25;
Lb $3.50
Handsome, crisp, self-blanching, easily cultivated; the most popular with Montana growers; keeps well up to January.
Celery (White Plume.)
CELERY — (Golden Hearted Giant) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 40c;
Vi Lb $1.25
Our strain of this variety is unexcelled and absolutely reliable; this sort is without doubt the finest early celery in cultivation. It is perfectly solid, of a fine nutty flavor; attains a good size and when blanched is of a handsome golden yellow.
CELERY — (Montana Perfection)
Pkt.., 5c; Oz., 40c; % Lb., $1.25 Finest and largest winter variety. The best keeper known; solid, crisp, tender and of an exceedingly fine flavor; more largely grown here lhan all other varieties put together.
CELERY — (Red Hearted English)
Pkt., 10c; Oz. 60c
A novelty in this section, of great, excellence. Of medium dwarf habit, very tender and of delicious flavor blanching very easily, with Celery (Montana a beautiful pink or light red heart. Perfection.)
CELERY — (Pink Plume) Pkt., 10c; Oz 60c
The ideal companion to White Plume, of equal good market qualities, tender, luscious and a splendid keeper. Blanches very easily with a delicate pink veining and tinge.
CELERY — (Golden Dwarf) Pkt., 10c; Oz 60c
A most desirable and very hardy variety, very solid and crisp, blanching exceedingly white, with a clear golden heart. An excellent shipper.
CHERVIL
CHERVIL— (Curled) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 35c
An aromatic herb. The young leaves are used in soups and salads.
CHIVES
CHIVES — Pkt., 10c
A vegetable of the onion tribe, quite hardy -everywhere. The leaves are slender and appear very early in the spring, and may be shorn several times during the- sea- son. They are propagated by divisions of the root or sowing of seed. The chives are equal to the onion for flavoring soups and salads.
CORN SALAD
Corn Salad.
CORN SALAD— (Or Fetticus) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 10c; % Lb., 25c;
Lb 75c
A salad plant used as a substitute for lettuce in salads, or may be cooked like spinach for greens. It does well in the fall and spring. On rich soil the leaves renew rapidly after being cut.
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CORN (Sweet)
(One pound for 100 hills, 15 lbs. for 1 acre'.)
Corn thrives best in warm, rich soil. The smaller vari- eties may be planted in drills two and a half feet apart and ten inches apart in the rows. The larger kinds may be planted in hills three and a half feet apart each way allowing three or four stalks to remain in a hill.
SWEET CORN — (Burbank’s No. 86) y2 Pint Cartons, 15c; Lb. (Postpaid), 40c; By Express or Freight, Lb., 35c;
5 Lbs $1.55
A new variety of extra early Sweet Corn originated by Luther Burbank. We are pleased to announce this new Sweet Corn and that we have harvested a fine crop this season, from which we will furnish your requirements. This variety has outyielded every other Sweet Corn in Ibis locality. The originator, Luther Burbank, writes: “As to the advantages of this corn over others: 1st —
Uniformity. This corn has been selected with extremest care under my personal supervision, for many years, so that it is a remarkably uniform corn. 2nd — The ears are unusually large and the corn is plump, sweet and white. 3rd — It is unusually prolific, producing far more than most early corns as I have selected it for bearing two ears to the stalk and well filled out ears. 4th — Earliest corn that I know of in the world; that is, of good marketable size.” Stalks average 5% feet; ears 12-rowed average 7 inches long. Until a more appropriate name shall be given we shall call this new corn “No. 86.”
Sweet Corn (Burbank’s No. 86.)
Sweet Corn (Golden Bantam.)
SWEET CORN— (Early Golden Bantam) % Pint Carton, 15c; Lb. (Postpaid), 35c; by Express or Freight, Lb., 30c;
10 Lbs $2.50
A new variety of sweet corn which many people con- sider the richest and sweetest of all corns. Some- of our customers are now planting this corn at regular intervals during the season, so that they may have it for table use continually, and prefer it to all other sorts. It is a medium .early variety and yields very heavily. Our seed is raised from the originator’s stock and has been selected specially for its table qualities.
SWEET CORN— (S. N. & S. Co.’s Peep O’Day) % Pint Carton 15c; Lb. (Postpaid), 35c; by Express or Freight, Lb., 30c;
10 Lbs $2.50
Ten days earlier than any other Sweet Corn. Peep CFDay Corn, in addition to its sensational earliness, is entirely distinct in appearance and habit of growth. The stalk grows from 3 to 4 feet in height. The ears average about 5 inches in length and are of perfect form, well filled out to the tip. When cooked, the corn is exceedingly sweet and tender.
SWEET CORN— (Early Minnesota) Lb. (Postpaid) 30c;
By Express or Freight, Lb., 25c; 10 Lbs $2.00
A very fine second -early strain with large ears, filled with 12 or more rows of handsome white grains of fine quality.
SWEET CORN— (Mammoth White Cory) % Pint Carton, 15c; Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Express or Freight, Lb., 25c;
10 Lbs $2.00
Earliest of all Cory corn; one of the most successful varieties of corn for Montana, and largely grown for the market; large -ears, tender and delicious.
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SWEET CORN — (Montana Market) % Pint Carton, 15c; Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Express or Freight, Lb., 20c; 10
Lbs $1.30
Early large cob; very sweet; most desirable variety.
SWEET CORN— (In 5c Lithographed Packages.)
Montana Market Early Minnesota Mammoth White Cory
Golden Bantam Peep O’Day
SWEET CORN — (Black Mexican) Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by
Express or Freight Lb., 15c; 10 Lbs : $1.40
This variety has for a number of years had the reputa- tion of being the sweetest of all Sweet Corn. When cooked, the ear is white with a bluish tinge towards the base of the kernel. Every year we have a number of inquiries from those who have known this Corn, but who have forgotten its name and remember it only as the “black Corn that was so very sweet.”
CRESS
CRESS, OR PEPPER GRASS— Pkt., 5c; Oz„ 10c; % Lb., 20c;
Lb 70c
This salad is much used with lettuce, to the flavor of which its warm, pungent taste makes an agreeable addi- tion.
CRESS— (Water) Pkt, 5c; Oz„ 40c
Hardy perennial aquatic plant; sow seed along water’s edge, preferably near running springs.
CUCUMBERS
(One ounce will plant fifty hills; one Lb, an acre.)
CUCUMBER— (Cumberland) Oz, 10c; % Lb, 30c; Lb, $1.00
The best pickling sort yet introduced being very handsome and productive, wish flesh firm, but very crisp and tender. Vines sturdy and prolific.
CUCUMBER— (Davis Perfect) Oz, 10c; % Lb, 30c; Lb, $1.00
The best northern market cucumber of the extra long white spin© type. It is a new variety, and since ils introduction has jumped into such promi- nence that it may rightfully be regarded as the most popular variety of its type today. The Davis Perfect has been most carefully selected by a vet- eran outdoor and greenhouse grower of cucumbers for length, slimness and its dark green color.
CUCUMBER— (Fordhook Famous) Oz, 10c; % Lb, 40c; Lb, $1.25
A long White Spine variety growing from 10 to 12 inches. Earlier and fully -as long as Long Green and of equally good quality.
CUCUMBER— (Cool and Crisp) Oz, 10c; % Lb, 35c; Lb, $1.25
A fine garden variety, deep green and crisp, and is of the White Spine type pure white when ripe.
CUCUMBER— (Arlington) Oz. 10c; % Lb, 30c; Lb, $1.00
Earliest of the White Spine varieties. Excellent for table use.
CUCUMBER — (Short Green, also called Early Frame) Oz, 10c; % Lb, 30c;
Lb - -- $1.00
A very productive variety having fruits of good length and handsome form. Desirable for producing pickles of medium size. Fine quality when sliced for table.
CUCUMBER — (White Spined Evergreen) Oz, 10c; M Lb, 30c; Lb, $1.00
Deep green color; early; one of the best shipping varieties.
CUCUMBER — (Early Russian) Oz, 10c; % Lb, 30c; Lb, $1.00
Bright green, crisp and tender flesh; excellent for table use or pickling.
Cucumber (Davis Perfect.)
Cucumber (White Spine.)
Cucumber (Long Green.)
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CUCUMBER— (S. N. & S. Co.’s Long Green) Oz., 10c;
% Lb.. 0c; lb $1.00
Nut quile ho early as the above named sorts but ad- mitted to be the best general crop cucumber for this climate; good color, very prolific, crisp and tender.
CUCUMBER— (White Wonder) Pkt., 10c; % Oz, 20c;
Oz 35c
When only half grown is exceedingly fine in quality. Its beautiful white skin is very smooth; entirely free from Spines. They are solid, tender and crisp, with very small seed cavity; splendid for slicing. Its enor- mous size, beauty and odd.ty make it one of the best cucumbers for exhibition at fairs, never failing to cap- ture first prize.
CUCUMBER — (Thorburn’s Everbearing) Oz., 10c;
% Lb., 30c; Lb $1.00
Small size, very early and enormously productive and valuable as a green pickier. It continues to flower and produce fruit until killed by frost whether the cucum- bers arc picked off or not. Remarkably solid with very few seeds and of fine quality. Invariably of perfect form even when small.
CUCUMBER' — (Rollinson’s Telegraph) Pkt. of 20 seeds, 25c For forcing. Long green cucumbers of excellent flavor, very tender and solid. We have grown this variety under glass to a length of 25 inches.
CUCUMBER — (Vaughns Forcing) Pkt. of 20 seeds 25c
For forcing. Tins is a great favorite with the Chicago and Eastern growers for forcing under glass for the early and winter markets. Of medium size, very pro- lific, of good color and most excellent quality.
CUCUMBER — (Japanese Climbing) Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c;
Lb $2.03
A strong and vigorous grower, and while all cucumbers are running or creeping vines, this variety attains nearly twice the length of ordinary sorts and can be grown on trellises, fences or poles. The fruits from ten to twelve inches in length, are of excellent quality either for slic- ing or pickling.
ENDIVE — (Green Curled) Pkt., 5c; Oz.,
20c; Vi Lb., 60c;
Lb $2.00
For fall and winter use; also largely used for garnishing; crisp and curly; easily blanched.
ENDIVE — (Broad Leaved Batavian) —
Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c;
Vi Lb. 60c. A very wide leaved variety, leaves with straight edges, thick and fleshy, of a dull green color. Quality excellent.
GARLIC
GARLIC— Lb. (Post- paid), 30c; by Ex- press or Freight,
Lb 25c
The garlic is the most pungent of all the- onion family. The root or bulb is composed of many small bulbs called “cloves,” which are planted in the spring six to eight inches apart, and in August the tops will die; when the bulbs are ready to gather; they do best in light, rich soil.
Garlic.
Cucumber (Boston Fielding.)
CUCUMBER— (Boston Pick- ling) Very pro- ductive, grown largely for pickles. Fruit medium sized, very smooth bright green. Pkt., 15c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25.
CUCUMBER — (In 5c Lihographed Packages.)
Long Green, Early Russian, Early Frame, Early White, Spine Everbearing, Cumberland, Davis Perfect, Cool and Crisp.
Egg Plant (Improved New York.)
EGG PLANT
EGG PLANT — (Improved New
York) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 40c
This selection is vastly supe- rior to the old type. The habit of the plant is low and branch- ing, and is quite free from spines.
ENDIVE
ENDIVE — (White Curled) Pkt., 5c Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 60c; Lb., $2.00 Leaves pale green; should be used when young.
HERBS
HERBS — (Sweet, Pot and Medicinal) The seeds should be sown in spring, in shallow drills, 12 inches apart, and the young plants thinned out or transplanted to about 4 inches. They should be harvested on a dry day, just before the blossoms develop; dried quickly and bottled, or closely packed in dry boxes, with the air entirely ex-
cluded.
Anise — Used for flavoring. Pkt 5c; Oz., 20c
Balm — Pkt 5c; Oz. 25c
Basil — Pkt 5c; Oz., 15c
Borage — Pkt 5c; Oz., 20c
Caraway — The seeds of this herb are used
for flavoring. Pkt 5c; Oz., 10c
Coriander — Seeds used for flavoring. Pkt 5c; Oz., 25c
Catnip Seed — Pkt 5c; Oz., 50c
Chervil — For soups and salads. Pkt 5c; Oz., 15c
Dill — Pkt 5c; Oz. 15c
Fennel — Boil and use in fish sauce. Pkt 5c; Oz., 25c
Hyssop — Pkt 5c; Oz., 25c
Horehound — Pkt 5c; Oz., 25c
Lavender — Leaves very fragrant. Pkt 5c; Oz., 15c
Rue — Pkt 5c; Oz., 40c
Rosemary — Very aromatic leaves. Pkt 5c; Oz. 25c
Saffron — Pkt 5c; Oz., 15c
Sage — A highly aromatic herb; most use- ful of all. Pkt 5c; Oz., 15c
Sweet Marjoram — Used as a seasoning. Pkt 5c; Oz., 15c
Sorrel — (Large Leaved French.) The variety having the largest leaves and therefore
the most desirable. Pkt 5c; Oz., 25c
Summer Savory — Used as a culinary herb.
Pkt 5c; Oz., 25c
Thyme — Used for seasoning. Pkt 5c; Oz., 25c
Wormwood — Used and grown for poultry.
Pkt 5c; Oz., 25c
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Kale (Dwarf German.)
Leek (American Flag.)
Kohl Rabi (White Vienna.)
KALE
KALE — (Dwarf German Curled) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c
The Kales make excellent greens for fall and are im- proved when slightly frosted. Cultivate same as Cab- bage. Beautifully curled, very hardy.
KALE— (Tall Scotch Curled) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c
Always a favorite.
KOHL RABI
KOHL RABI— (White Vienna) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c;
Vi Lb., 60c; Lb $2.00
Turnip rooted; small, wh.te very tender and delicious when young.
KOHL RABI — (Early Purple Vienna) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c;
Vi Lb., 50c; Lb $1.75
An early variety w.th a bright purple bulb. The leaf and stems being green and tinged with purple.
LEEK
LEEK — (American Flag) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 50c;
Lb .’..$1.50
Strong growing variety, producing large, thick stems of sweet flavor when properly blanched. Leeks are hardy and flavor is improved by frost.
LETTUCE
Vt oz. to 1C
Lettuce is represented by four distinct classes or types— by the thick-leaved, smooth-edged cabbage-heading type; the curly and thin-leaved, tight-heading, crisp type; the curly and thin-leaved bunching or non-heading type, and the Cos or celery type. There are early, medium early and late varieties of each type, as well as those- especially adapted for greenhouse, hot-bed, winter, spring, summer and autumn uses. There is so great a difference in locali- ties in regard to the value of lettuce, that a uniform rule for culture cannot be adopted. For the ordinary house garden it is desirable to use one variety of each type and several plantings should be made to secure a succession. The- seed should be planted in rows eighteen inches apart, as -early as possible, and the young plants of cabbage vari- eties should be thinned to four inches apart. Varieties that do not head may be left quite thick and when fairiy well grown those thinned out may be used.
feet of Drill.
LETTUCE — (Curled Silesia) Oz., 10c; Vi Lb., 30c; Lb., 90c Produces the earliest lettuce from outdoor sowing; a very popular German variety; sweet and tender.
LETTUCE — (Curled Simpson) Oz., 10c; Vi Lb., 30c;
Lb 90c
Forms a compact bunch of yellowish green leaves; rapid grower, desirable for forcing.
LETTUCE — (Montana Market) Oz. 10c; % Lb., 30c;
Lb $1.00
Black seed, large, curly, sweet and crisp; a very desirable variety for either forcing or outdoor culture.
LETTUCE — (Grand Rapids) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00 A popular variety for greenhouse planting and will make a quick growth under adverse conditions. Its upright habit permits close planting.
Lettuce (May King.)
Lettuce (Red Fringed Pi*ize Head.)
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Lettuce (Curled Silesia.)
Lettuce (White Cos.)
Extra Select Grand Rapids Forcing
Lettuce (Tennisball.)
Lettuce (Hanson Head.)
Lettuce (Big Boston.)
LETTUCE — (Iceberg) Oz., 15c; Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25
A large heading variety; crisp and brittle, and color bright green, lightly tinged with brown on top of the head; leaves curled on the edges.
LETTUCE — (Hanson Bead) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00
A large summer heading lettuce; very crisp and tender and slow to run to seed; is tender at any stage of growth.
LETTUCE— (Prize Head) Oz. 10c; % Lb., 35c; Lb., $1.00
White seed, large, loose, heading variety of exquisite flavor; leaves curly, tipped reddish brown. The great German favorite.
LETTUCE — (California Cream Butter or Royal Summer Cabbage)
Oz., 15c; % Lb., 30c; Lb $1.00
A very popular variety for autumn and winter use. Forms a very large head, which is very buttery, and of rich golden-yellow inside. The leaves are thick and of bright green, slightly tinged with brown on top of head, and the outer leaves are slightly spotted with incon- spicuous brown spots. Easy to grow and a good shipping variety.
LETTUCE— (May King) Oz., 15c; % Lb., 40c; Lb., $1.25
A few years ago it was hardly known in America, now it is found in the gardens of nearly every up-to-date grower. It simply forced its way to the front on the basis of its sterling merits. It grows very quickly even in the cold weather of early spring. The habit of growth is very compact and close; in fact the plant is about all head. Outer leaves light green, inner leaves bright yellow and of a fine rich, but- tery flavor. Heads weigh from 12 k> 16 ozs., and are so solid that they carry to market in perfect condition.
LETTUCE— (The Morse) Oz., 15c; % Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00
A large loose-bunching or non-heading variety. Invaluable for forc- -v/;, ing. Very crisp and of fine flavor. In color it is a light green and very attractive.
§|p LETTUCE— (Tennisball) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00
Smooth-leaved heading variety for late summer use or will stand forc- ing very well. Its solid, compact habit and good flavor are much sought for.
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LETTUCE— (New York Head) Oz., 15c; % Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.50
This Lettuce originating near New York, is a sure head- er, very tight and solid. It is the variety so extensively grown for the California markets under the name of the Los Angeles or Wonderful, and in some sections under the name Neapolitan Cabbage Lettuce.
LETTUCE— (Big Boston) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00
The well known and popular hothouse variety of New England. Needs to be quickly grown to be of good flavor. Light green cabbage variety, slightly tinged with brown on the head. Forms a compact buttery head.
LETTUCE — (Immensity) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00 The largest variety of head lettuce known to the trade. The size of the heads which have- been grown of this variety are beyond belief until actually seen and grown, and its quality is most excellent in every respect.
LETTUCE— (White Cos) Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., 50c
Distinct variety of upright growth; leaves should be tied together near top when they soon become crisp and de- licious as celery stalks, and eaten n the same manner.
MUSKMELONS
(One ounce will plant about 80 hills.)
Culture — A rich, deep, sand loam, well worked and highly manured with old rotten compost is of the first import- ance. Plant when all danger of frost is over, in hills 5 to 6 feet apart each way; scatter a dozen seeds to a hill, and after they are out of danger from bugs, thin to 3 or 4 plants. When they have 4 or 5 rough leaves pinch off the end of the main shoot, which will cause the lateral branch- es to put forth fruit sooner.
MUSKMELGN — (Ryan’s Gold Lined Rocky Ford) Pkt., 10c;
Oz., 30c; Lb $1.00
This new variety is one of the largest of the Rocky Ford type, and the seed we offer is extra choice, selected from seed originally direct from the originator. It is very prolific, of uniform size, very thick flesh, of a rich gold- en yellow next to the seed cavity, fruit very thickly netted. Very fine in every respect.
MUSKMELGN — (Mamie’s Model) (Montana Grown Seed.)
Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., 50c | Lb $1.75
IB (Green Flesh.) A paragon of merit — in size, shape, net- ting, appearance, aroma, a flavor, depth of flesh, small- I ness of seed cavity, cropping | ability and shipping quality | it leaves nothing to be de- ( sired.
I M USK M EL ON — (Barling’s I Montana) Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c;
1 14 Lb 50c
I Ideal in size for family use, | oval shape, flesh salmon j pink; thick fleshed, with ) small seed cavity; originated j in Montana and matures with | the earliest.
Ml SKMELON — (Early Nut-
meg) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb., 30c;
Lb $1.00
For early general use this variety is unsurpassed; uni- form in size, thick fleshed, delicious flavor.
LETTUCE— (Salamander) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00 The most popular variety for withstanding the hot weather, and forming a close sure head; very solid, of medium size, and excellent quality.
LETTUCE— (Mignonette) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00 Of splendid quality, rather small but very solid, com- pact heads. Slightly curled ■edges of leaves tinted with brown. A valuable variety.
LETTUCE— (In 5c Litho- graphed Packages.)
Early White Seeded Simp- son, Big Boston, Montana Mar- ket, Prizes Head, Grand Rapids, Tennisball, Early Curled Si- lesia, Hanson Head, White Cos, California Cream Butter, Den- ver Market.
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MUSKMELON— (The Grand) Oz., 15c; % Lb., 50c
Has a vigorous vine and because of its vigorous growth is a great yielder. The fruit is round or slightly -elon- gated, slightly ribbed. Color -a peculiar pea green with nettings lighter ribbed. The flesh is firm, fine grained of a rich salmon or red color. In flavor it even sur- passes the best grown Osage or Emerald Gem. The flesh extends to (he rind and retains its color and qual- ity quite to- the outer shell, which, though thin, is very hard and firm and because of this bears shipment re- markably well. The flesh is very thick, considering the size of the melon, leaving a small seed cavity.
Muskmelon (Rocky Ford.)
MUSKMELON— (Garden Lemon) Pkt., 10c; Oz., 20c;
% Lb. 75c
Fruits short, nearly round with yellow and green mark- ings; skin smooth, flesh very tender and of sweet favor. Best, when turning yellow. Makes good preserves.
MUSKMELON — (The Rocky Ford) Oz., 15c; % Lb., 40c;
Lb $1.25
Is a valuable introduction, and has attained in an in- credible short time a national reputation. It is of the Emerald Gem type, oval in shape, averaging from four and one-half to five inches in length, of a delicious flavor; very fine and smooth grained flesh of a. light green color throughout when ripe.
MUSKMELON— (The Hoodoo) Oz., 15c; % Lb., 50c;
Lb $1.50
The fruit, is of medium size; the seed cavity very small; the rind very thin indeed: and the edible, flesh part very thick and meaty. It is of orange or salmon color,
the type much preferred now.
MUSKMELON — (Extra Earlv Hackensack) Oz., 15c;
V4 Lb., 40c: Lb $1.25
Very popular variety; one that matures early and of good quality.
MUSKMELON— (Jenny Lind) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00 This is the earliest of the green fleshed sorts and one of the sweetest. Tt is round or flattened. In size it is small, being from three to five inches in diameter — a very convenient size for serving in halves. It is- more largely grown in the great melon producing state of New Jersey than any other sort, and is used in enormous quantities in the eastern cities and at the seashore re- sorts.
MUSKMELON— (Emerald Gem) Oz., 20c; % Lb., 50c:
Lb $1.40
This has become one of the- most popular of small or basket melons. The fruit is oval, slightly ribbed, densely covered with coarse netting. Flesh thick, very sweet and highly flavored.
MUSKMELON— (Burrell’s Gem) Oz., 20c; % Lb., 50c:
Lb $1.40
A medium sized oval deeply netted and having salmon or red flesh. It is larger than Rocky Ford and of an en- tirely distinct flavor. There is a growing demand for the fine -grained, smooth, salmon-red fleshed muskmelons and Burrell’s Gem seems to he one of the best in culti- vation.
MUSKMELON— (Netted Gem) Oz., 15c; % Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.40 The well known early medium-sized Muskmelon; very fine in flavor, extra early, and a good shipper.
MUSKMELONS — (In 5e Lithographed Packages.) Emerald Gem, Extra Early Hackensack, The Grand, Rocky Ford, Maule Mod-el, Hoodoo, Netted Gem.
WATERMELONS
The hills should be dug about 2 feet square 18 inches deep, and half filled with well-rotted manure, which must be thoroughly incorporated with the soil. Plant in May, 10 seeds to a hill, and when the plants are well up, thin out to three, and pinch the ends of the growing shoots to in- duce early fruiting. While the watermelon is, generally speaking, a southern product, yet th-e cultivation of same is not confined to the- south. Some of the sweetest and best melons we have seen were produced in the latitude of 45 degrees north; consequently, whde the watermelon is a tropical fruit, yet our northern friends can grow them successfully.
Watermelon (Coles Early.)
Watermelon (Fordhook, Early Montana Grown.)
WATERMELON — (Fordhook Early) Montana grown seed.
Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c; Lb 90c
One- of the largest varieties and claimed to be the earliest of all. Shape nearly round. Color a medium shade of green. Flesh bright red and of deliciously sweet flavor. The rind is sufficiently hard In make il a good shipper.
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WATERMELON— (Cole’s Early) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c;
Lb v $100
This is a fine variety for the family and market and is particularly adapted, on account of its earliness, to northern latitudes. For early marketing there is no' su- perior. The bright red flesh is cool, crisp and sweet. The melons are of medium size and produce in generoxis numbers. The heart is surprisingly large in proportion to size of melon.
WATERMELON — (Phinney’s Early)... .Oz., 10c; % Lb., 20c;
Lb .-65c
One of the best sorts for private gardeners who deliver direct to consumers. Vines moderately vigorous, hardy and productive; fru’t. medium sized, oval, bright green, finely mottled: rind thin, flesh bright scarlet, solid, crisp and tender.
WATERMELON — (Klecklev’s Sweet) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c;
Lb $1-00
The best quality of all watermelons. Large oblong melon. 20 inches in length by 10 to 12 inches in diameter. The skin is dark green, flesh brisrht scarlet, the rind only about one-half inch in thickness. The scarlet flesh is sweet and sugary and is of such texture that it leaves no strings of pulp whatever in eating. The melon is better for home use than for shipping, and we believe it is the best table melon today.
MUSHROOMS
Practically no capital is required in the mushroom business, and the profits are most satisfactory. All that is required to grow mushrooms is most any build- ing or cellar, some manure, loam, and last and above all, good spawn. Our Pure Culture Mushroom Spawn is full of vigor, the kind used by the best commercial growers of the U. S. to Grow Mushrooms,” free for asking.
OKRA, OR GUMBO
The long, tender pods of Okra are very delicious when sliced and cooked in soups. While this is its chief use, it is also boiled and served like other vegetables. The dwarf sorts may be planted in hills or in rows about three feet apart. Plant in any good soil about May 15. The pods should be gathered when very young, as they are then very tender.
OKRA, OR GUMBO — (Dwarf Green) Pkt. 5c; Oz., 10c;
Lb., 20c; Lb 60c
An early dwarf and prolific variety with thick, green pods.
OKRA— (White Velvet) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 20c; Lb., 60c
Very tender pods, long, smooth and white.
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WATERMELON — (R^eky Mountain Sweet) Oz.. 10c; % Lb.,
30c: Lb 75c
Very early, medium s’ze. smooth skin wdh mottled and dark green stripes. Flesh light red. deliciously sweet.
WATERMELON — (Improved Kolb’s Gem) Oz. 10c % Lb.,
25c; Lb 75c
The standard shipping watermelon. Shape oblong, nearly round, striped and mottled, dark green. The melons grow very large and the tough, though thin rind, permits considerable handling and shipping. Our improved strain is a week earlier than the ordinary Kolb’s Gem, ipT-eer and is a heavier yielder.
WATERMELON — (Peerless or Ice Cream) Oz.. 10c; % Lb., 25c; Lb. 75c A popular home-market variety, with dark green, mottled skin. Flesh deep pink.
WATERMELON— (In 5c Lithographed Packages.)
Phinney’s Early, Early Peerless, Citron for Preserves. Rocky Mountain Sweet, Cole’s Early Kolb’s Gem.
Peerless or Ice Cream.)
[CITRON (For Preserves)
For Preserves.
CITRON — (For Preserves) Oz., 15c:
% Lb., 35c; Lb $1.00
Fruit round and smooth. Is not eaten raw, but is useful for making a very clear, transparent preserve of peculiarly fine flavor. Flesh, white and solid. Two varieties: Red Seeded and Green Seeded.
ONION SETS
The importance of Using Northern Grown Onion Sets.
The planting of Onion Sets is increSsing rapidly year after year. They are used for several pur- poses. The Bottom Onion Sets produce onions ready for market from four to six weeks earlier than can be had by sowing the seed. This enables the grower to sell his entire crop ear- lier in the season, at which time prices usually are higher than when the bulk of the crop reaches market. It also permits the sowing of another crop on the land the same year. Bottom Sets also produce good green onions on most any soil in half the time it takes to raise them from seed.
We do not use or sell the top sets, as we consider bot- tom sets better. These are simply little wee onions grown from the black seed planted late and thick. They are about as big as the end of your finger, and when set out in spring they come quick and make nice green onions for bunching, or if left stand will bottom down and make big onions like ones from seed, but lots earlier. We can fur- nish them in red, yellow or white. Yellow are generally best as they are not so liable to run to seed. Multiplier sets are also pretty good.
MUSTARD
MUSTARD— (White) Oz., 10c: % Lb., 15c; Lb., 50c
The green leaves are used as a salad when a few inches high. If sown in a warm place or in a hotbed will be ready to cut in a few days; sow frequently for a succes- sion of crops.
MUSTARD — (Giant Southern Curled) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 10c;
% Lb., 15c; Lb 50c
Large variety, forming great, mass of beautiful leaves, ruffed and finely curled on edges: used for salads. Hardy, vigorous and highly recommended.
MUSHROOM SPAWN — (Lambert’s Pure Culture) Per Brick (Postpaid), 35c: by Express or Freight at Pur- chaser’s Expense, Brick, 25c; 10 Bricks $2.25
Sizes of Onion Sets.
It is very important that you get onion sets of the righl size. If just a little too large they will run to seed right away instead of making a good onion. The useful Seed- man’s rule is to sell every set below 1% inches in diameter, but. in that case there is sure to he some too large that will go to seed. Therefore we use none above % inch.
ONION SETS — (White Bottom) Lb. (Postpaid) 30c; by Express or Freight, at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb., 25c; 10 Lbs., $2.25; Bu. (32 Lbs.), write for price.
These are small, solid and of a beautiful silvery white; a favorite sort in private and market gardens.
ONION SETS — (Red Bottom) Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Ex- press or Freight, at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb., 25c; 10 Lbs.. $2.00: Bu. (32 Lbs.), write for price.
Bright deep red in color, even and dry. A popular vari- ety.
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ONION SETS— (Yellow Bottom) Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb. 25c; 10 Lbs., $2.00; Bu. (32) Lbs., write for price.
ONION SETS — (Red Top or Egyptian) Lb. (Postpaid), 25c. If unable to find what you want, refer to the Index.
ONION
ONION SETS— (Yellow Multiplier) Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb., 25c; 10 Lbs., $2.00; Bu. (32 Lbs.), write for price.
Often preferred on account of their earliness. Late in June they are fully ripe, and can be gathered. Very pro- ductive, 5 to 15 bulbs growing from one set out.
SEEDS
Onion (Ox Blood Rod Wethersfield.)
Onion (Ailsa Craig.)
Onion (White Portugal.)
(One ounce for 100 feet of drill; 5 or
6 pounds in drills for an acre.)
The best onions are grown on low, sandy, or mucky lands, with natural moisture and plenty of it.
The crop must always be kept free from weeds, and it is usually neces- sary to weed out. in the row by hand once or twice. Hoeing between the rows may be done oftener. It is not necessary to thin the plants in the row, since some- thinning is natur- ally done during the hand weeding.
Steady, even growth is necessary to good onions and a check in growth, whether from disease or drought causes them to run to seed badly.
Different markets and local- ities prefer different onions. Globe onions are generally most popular and yield better than the other sorts. Flat onions are earliest and the large sized kinds have the best flavor. The most critical planters can rely upon our seed. Every bag of seed is tested as to vitality.
ONIONS — (Extra Early Flat Red) Oz.. 20c: % Lb., 60c: Lb.. $1.60: 5 Lbs- by Express at.
Purchaser’s Expense $7.50
The first to ripen, and one of the handsomest of the red sorts. A medium sized flat variety, an abundant produc- er and very uniform in shape and size.
Onion (Yellow Globe Danvers.)
ONION— (Ailsa Craig) Pkt., 10c; Oz.,
20c; % Lb., 75c; Lb $2.50
A very large, yellow-fleshed vari- ety of onion which is popular with gardeners. It resembles the vari- ety, “Prizetaker,” but will grow much larger and more globular in form. The skin is an attractive straw-color, flesh is mild, and the onions keep remarkably well for such large size. For producing the largest and best onions, it is best to sow seed in the hotbed early in spring and transplant when of sufficient size. We grew onions of this variety in our trial grounds weighing 214 lbs. each.
ONION — (Ox Blood Red Wethers- field) Oz., 15c; % Lb.,
60c; Lb., $2.00; by Express at Purchaser’s Expense, 5 lbs., $9 25
This strain of the Red Weth- ersfield has been especially selected for its fine color. It is the darkest red onion in existence and where a mar- ket demands a dark red onion, it, has no superior. In- clined to run a small per- centage of thick necks on moist, strong soils. The very best for dry, rather poor places.
Note the enormous onions on back cover grown in one season from our seeds.
Helena, Montana.
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ONION — (Southport Red Globe) Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., 65c;
Lb., $2.00. By Express at Purchaser’s Expense-, 5 Lbs. $9.00. Large globe-shaped, purplish-red variety, and an excellent keeper.
ONION— (Yellow Danvers, Flat) Oz., 15c; 2 Oz., 25c; % Lb., 50c; Lb., $1.60; By Express at Purchaser’s Expense, 5
Lbs $7.50
An early productive variety. The onions are of medium size, skin coppery yellow flesh solid, white and mild flavored. Our strain is remarkable for its freeness from thick necks and is especially adapted to the growing of Yellow Bottom Omon Sets. A very fine sort for most locations.
ONION — (Yellow Globe Danvers) Oz., 15c; %
Lb., 55c; Lb., $1.75; by Express at Purchaser’s Expense,
5 Lbs $8.00
This onion is the standard winter sort in many markets. The shape is almost globe form and the bulbs are quite large, with thin necks, ripening down well. The skin is a fine brown orange yellow, while the- flesh is pure white, solid and of good quality. Its keeping qualities are of the best. This strain is so nearly globe shaped that it passes for a globe, and its earliness makes it valuable for mar- ket. Our seed is the very best selection that care can make it
ONION— (White Pickling) Oz., 25c; % Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.25
For early bunching, pickling etc. Small, hard, round; keeps well; does not turn green when exposed to sun.
ONION — (White Portugal or Silver Skin) Oz., 25c; % Lb., 75c; Lb., $2.25; by Express at Purchaser’s Expense, 5
Lbs $10.50
The best known and mo-st largely used white onion. Is flat on the bottom and thick lOward the top, v>ery hard and firm and an excellent keeper.
ONION— (Barletta or White Queen) Oz., 25c; % Lb., 70c;
Lb $2.25
An exceedingly early variety, growing about 1% inches in diameter, and % of an inch thick. A most excellent sort for bunching and pickling.
ONION — (Mammoth Silver King) Oz., 20c; !4 Lb., 65c; Lb. $2.00, by Express at Purchaser’s. Expense, 5 Lbs., $9.50 An early, large, white, flat variety. Is not a keeping sort nor a good shipping variety, but is valuable for home use and nearby markets. Is very mild and of fine flavor.
ONION — (Prizetaker) Oz., 20c; % Lb., 60c; Lb., $2.00; by
Express at Purchaser’s Expense, 5 Lbs $9.00
Largest Yellow Globe Onion. Excellent keeper of finest flavor, handsome shape and enormous size, many single- onions having been raised to weigh five pounds and over from seeds the first year. It is of the same type as those immense imported onions which can be seen in stores and always command a very high price.
ONION — (Australian Brown) Oz., 15c; Vi Lb., 55c; Lb., $1.55
by Express, -at Purchaser’s Expense, 5 Lbs. $7.00
An early and very hardy variety which does especially well m Montana. Should be planted early, on low, wet ground to get large bulbs. The skin is thick and the color is a rich brown. Is especially noted as a long keeper, as it keeps well into spring, and much longer than other varieties.
ONION — (Southport White Globe) Oz., 20c; Vi Lb., 70c;
Lb $2.00
A very desirable variety which yields an abundant crop of fine large onions. Pure white color, mild flavor and equally good for keeping as the Yellow Globe. It is- an enormo-us yielder and always sells at high prices. It is best to dry these onions in a shady place and give plenty of air.
ONIONS — (In 5c Lithographed Packages.)
Large Red Wethersfield Extra Early Flat Red, White Pickling. Yellow Danvers Flat, Yellow Globe, Silver King, Australian Brown, White Globe.
Kochia, Mont., April 5, 1916.
State Nursery and Seed Co.,
Helena, Mont.
Gentlemen: The shrubs and plants received on order #22115 are fine. The Ra-pberry bushes are all growing, and of the 100 Strawberry plants or- dered, 120 are growing fine. Guess you were over- stocked on Strawberry plants.
Yours truly,
M. SOVEREIGN.
Onion (Prizetaker.)
Onion (White Pickling.)
Onion (Australian Brown Globe.)
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Parsley succeeds best in rich mellow soil. As the seed germinates very slowly, it should be sown quite early in the spring, previously soaking the seed lor a lew hours in tepid water. Sow thickly in rows a loot apart and hall an inch deep. For winter use protect in a frame or light cellar, or a few plants may be placed in pots or boxes and kept in the house.
PARSLEY— (Peerless Moss Curled) Pkt., 5c; Oz„ 15c;
% Lb., 40c; Lb $1.25
There is no more attractive variety than this when well grown; it is hardy and slow to run to seed; every gar- dener’s favorite.
PARSLEY — (“Ideal-’ Extra Curled) Oz., 20c; % Lb., 75c;
Lb $2.50
In shape of leaf, color and taste this new variety is the ideal of perfection. It stands heat, drought and cold better and will yield better than any other of the num- erous varieties of Parsley we have .ever had.
PARSLEY — (Hamburg) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 20c
Turnip rooted variety. The roots as well as the leaves are used for flavoring soups, etc. The roots are stored like Carrots for winter use.
PARSNIPS
(One Oz. for 200 feet of drill 5 to 6 Lbs. in drills for an acre.)
Sow as early in spring as the weather will admit, in drills 15 inches apart, covering half an inch deep. It is usual to take up in the fall a certain quantity for winter use leaving the rest in the ground till spring, to be dug up as required.
Peas (Gradus or Prosperity.)
Parsnip (Hollow Crown.)
PARSNIP — (Thick Shoulder, Hollow Crown) Pkt., 5c; Oz.,
10c; % Pint Carton, 15c; Lb. 75c
Finest variety of Parsnips known; the roots run of uni- form size and are smooth. They make an excellent change from ordinary winter vegetables.
PARSNIP — (Improved Guernsey) Oz., 10c ; (4 Lb., 30c;
Lb 90c
For those who like an early parsnip this variety will be found very useful; not as large as the longer varieties.
PARSNIP — (Improved Marrow) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 35c;
Lb , $1.00
A new Parsnip from Europe of especial merit. A fine grained, sweet table variety.
PEAS
Peas
(British Wonder.)
(1 Lb. to 100 feet of drill; 80 to 100 Lbs. to the acre.)
When grown as a market crop, peas are never staked; for private use they are generally sown m double rows and the tall varieties staked up by brush. For an early crop sow as soon as the ground can be worked, and make repeated sow- ings every two weeks for succession. After the first of June, sowing should be discontinued until the first of August, when a good crop may sometimes be secured by sow- ing an extra early sort for fall use.
PEAS — (Alaska) (Postpaid), % Pint, 10c; Pint, 20c; Lb., 25c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Ex- pense, Lb., 20c; 10 Lbs $1.40
The earliest pea on the market. The seed is smooth and of bluish color. On this account it is very popular with canners. Very uni- form in ripening and an excellent yielder.
PEAS — (American Wonder) (Post- paid), % Pint, 10c; Pint, 20c; Lb., 25c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense Lb., 20c; 10
Lbs $1.75
In the dwarf compact-growing extra ea^’ps the American Won- der leads all others; can be grown in rows 18 inches to two feet apart. They are quite prolific; he crop can be gathered in 2 or 3 pick- ings, and soil cleared for suc- ceed i n g crops.
Peas (Little Marvel.)
Helena, Montana.
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Peas (Advancer.)
Peas (Premium Gem.)
PEAS — (Little Marvel) (Postpaid), Lb., 30c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb., 25c; 10 Lbs., $1.80 A new dwarf, first early Pea of unusual value. Height of vine 18 inches, with dark green foliage. Small blunt, dark green pods. Fit for table use in about 53 days. Valuable for family or market gardener’s use.
PEAS — (British Wonder) (Postpaid), Lb., 25c; By Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense Lb., 20c; 10 Lbs. $1.80 We cannot too highly recommend this new sort intro- duced last year. Briefly, it is a Dwarf Pea with extra large pods and peas of finest quality. British Wonder will soon supersede all other Dwarf Peas. Give them a place in your garden.
PEAS — (Premium Gem) (Postpaid), % Pint, 10c; Pint, 15c; Lb., 25c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense,
Lb., 20c; 10 Lbs $1.60
The best and most popular dwarf, wrinkled variety, es- pecially with market gardeners. It grows about 15 inches high and bears good-sized pods, which are filled with 6 to 8 peas of especially fine, sweet flavor.
PEAS — (Horsford's Market Garden) (Postpaid), Lb., 25c; By Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb., 20c;
10 Lbs $1.80
A first class wrinkled pea; second early. Height 24 inches. It is a profitable sort for market gardeners, as a single plant has been known to produce more than 150 pods. It is equally good for the home garden. The medium sized pods are borne in pairs, and are easily and quickly picked.
PEAS — (Montana Market) (Postpaid) % Pint, 10c; Pint, 20c; Lb., 25c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Ex- pense, Lb., 20c; 10 Lbs $1.80
Height 20 inches. Early, targe, well filled pods, very pro- lific and sweet, vigorous grower, and sure to please. Ready for use in 55 days from sowing.
PEAS — (Notts Excelsior) (Postpaid), % Pint 10c; Lb., 25c; By Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb., 20c;
10 Lbs $1.80
Resembles the Gem in habit, but more dwarf and uni- form in growth. Height from 12 to 17 inches. Pods are light in color, round, about 2% inches long. Fit for picking 56 days from planting.
Peas (Roosevelt.)
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PEAS — (Gradus) (Postpaid), % Pint, 10c; Pint, 20c; Lb. 30c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense,
Lb., 25c; 10 Lbs $2.00
The most popular high quality, ex- tra early, wrinkled pea. This re- markable pea is not only large and of the best quality, but is within two or three days as early as the small, round, extra early sorts. Gradus is a wrinkled pea, growing about 30 inches high; the pods are of a bright green color, measuring 4 inches or more in length, as large as Tele- phone, well filled with luscious peas, 8 to 10 or more in a pod. The peas are of the highest table quality and re- tain in a remarkable manner their color and attractive appearance alter cooking. A grand pea in all respects.
PEAS — (Advancer) (Postpaid), % Pint, 10c; Lb., 25c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb.,
20c; 10 Lbs $1.50
Vines upright and vigorous in growth, hardy and productive. Height about 30 inches, foliage dark green; pods 2% to 2% inches long; round, dark-col- ored and blunt. Fit for pickling 61 days from planting. A very fine pea for market gardeners or canners.
PEAS — (Carter’s Daisy — Early Dwarf Telephone) (Post- paid), y2 Pint, 15c;
Lb., 25c; by Express or Freight at Pur- chaser’s Expense,
Lb., 20c; 10 lbs. $1.80 Dwarf, large pod- ded; needs no brush.
The striking fea- tures of the Daisy pea are its large pods and the way in which they are heaped up in ridges on the short, strong vines. The pods are nearly double the s.ze of American Wonder or Little Gem, and are always well filled with large peas of most excellent quality. The vines are 16 to 18 inches high, and being strong and thrifty, require no support, making it an ideal variety for use where brush or stakes are. not available. This pea is desirable on account of the fine appearance of the pods, and always finds a ready sale.
PEAS — (Champion of England) (Post- paid), Pint, 20c; Lb.. 25c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense,
Lb. 20c; 10 Lbs $1-80
Medium late variety and one of the most popular of the tall, wrinkled sorts. Prolific, hardy and of fine quality.
PEAS — (Telephone) (Postpaid) %
Pint, 10c; Lb., 30c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb.,
25c; 10 Lbs $2.25
Selected stock. This fine pea has proved a valuable acquisition; vines vigorous, growing about four feet high and producing an abundance of large pods filled with immense peas, which are tender, sweet and of ex- cellent flavor. It has sterling merit, which gardeners appreciate. (Alderman)
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(Telephone)
PEAS — (Roosevelt) (Postpaid) Lb., 35c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense Lb., 25c; 10 Lbs., $2.25 This splendid pea is of the same large podded type as the Telephone, but the pods are larger and the peas sweeter. The Roosevelt Pea surpasses all other large-podded vari- eties in another particular, that of productiveness. In other words, a pint of Roosevelt pea pods will yield as. many shelled as a quart of most other sorts. Qual- ity is always to be preferred to quantity, but a pea which will give better quality and larger quantity is the pea to plant; that pea is the Roosevelt.
PEAS — (Laxtonian) (Postpaid), Lb., 30c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb., 25c; 10 Lbs., $1.80 The earliest large podded Pea of dwarf habit. Height of vine 1% feet, with dark green fobage. Large, curved dark green pods of delicious flavor. This pea is destined to be in the front rank for quality size and productive- ness in a few years.
PEAS — (Yorkshire Hero) (Postpaid), Lb., 25c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb., 20c; 10 Lbs., $1.80 Hardy, productive and upright in growth, bearing near the top of the stalk broad, pointed pods with peas of good quality. Foliage dark green, 23 to 28 inches in height. Pods 2% to 3 inches long, blunt, light, green in color. Fit to pick 68 to 73 days from planting. Seed large green wrinkled.
PEAS — (Senator) (Postpaid), Lb., 30c; by Express or
Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb., 25c; 10 Lbs., $2.00 Vines 36 inches in height, foliage dark green. Pods 4 inches long, curved and pointed, and dark green in color. Fit to pick 61 days from planting. Seed medium size, green wrinkled.
PEAS — (White Marrowfat) (Postpaid), % Pint, 10c; Lb., 20c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb.,
15c; 10 Lbs $1.20
Large peas of good flavor; grown as a field crop, they are very profitable feed for stock or hog feed; our stock is the true smooth seeded Marrowfat.
PEAS — (Dwarf Gray Sugar) (Postpaid) Lb. 30c; by Ex- press or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb 25c
The old variety of the edible-podded sort, and is used in no other way. Grows about 2 feet high and is re- markable for its earliness. Pods are broad, flat and crooked and contain 5 to 6 peas. Seed is brown and wrinkled.
PEAS* — (Melting Sugar) (Postpaid), Lb.. 30c; by Express
or Freight at Purchaser’s. Expense, Lb 25c
Large edible pod. Height 42 to 48 inches. Pods, 4 to 4% inches long and 1% inches broad. Fit for table use 80 days from planting.
PEAS — (Alderman) % Pt„ 15c; Lb., 30c; by Express at
purchaser’s expense Lb., 25c; 10 Lbs $2.25
This is a wonderful pea, belonging to the late varieties. The pods are frequently six and seven inches long, and often contain eleven peas to the pod. It is a tall growing sort, very prolific, and of most exquisite flavor.
PEAS — (In 5c Lithographed Packages.)
First and Best, Gradus, Abundance, Montana Market,
American Wonder, Telephone, Premium Gem.
Benchland, Mont., May 13, 1916. State Nursery & Seed Co., Helena, Mont.
Dear Sirs: On date of April 4th of this year we sent you an order for seeds and trees, etc., amount- ing to $18.95, with instructions of when and how to ship. Order #23432.
You carried out our instructions to the letter and the last of the order was received two days ago. We wish to thank you for the careful way you handled our order. The trees and shrubs are even nicer than we had expected.
Yours,
C. W. ZIMMER.
Helena, Montana.
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Pepper (Large Bell or Bull Nose.)
PEPPERS
PEPPER— (Large Bell or Bull Nose) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 25c; %
Lb 75c
Early, large and mild, favorite sort for this locality.
PEPPER— (Sweet Mountain) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 25c; % Lb. 75c Fine flavor, very large, bright color.
PEPPER— (Cayenne Long Red) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 25c; 14 Lb., 75c The true Cayenne, hot and pungent.
PUMPKINS
(One pound will plant from 200 to 300 hills.)
Culture— The common practice is to drop two or three seeds in every third or fourth hill in the cornfield, but if cultivated on a large scale, the seed may be sown in hills 8 feet apart each way, four plants to each hill.
PUMPKIN — (Tennessee Sweet Potato) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb., 20c
Lb 75c
The best variety for home gardens.
PUMPKIN — (King of the Mammoths or Tours) Pkt. 5c;
Oz., 15c; 14 Lb., 35c; Lb $1.00
The largest of all the Pumpkins.
PUMPKINS AND APPLES — Grown in the Kali- spell School Gardens. Children, as well as grown folks, never fail when STATE NURSERY & SEED CO.’S seeds are used. Photo by Courtesy G. H. Davey, Superintendent Kalispell School.
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PUMPKIN — (Japanese Pie) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb., 30c; Lb., 95c An early crookneck variety. Seeds are marked very curiously. Flesh deep yellow of fine quality. Keeps well.
RADISHES
PUMPKIN — (Quaker Pie) Pkt., 5c; 14 Lb., 30c; Lb., 85c A small, round yellow sort, with fine pinkish netting. Flesh is thick, sweet and of excellent quality.
PUMPKIN — (Connecticut Field) Pkt., 5c; Oz. 10c; 14 Lb.,
15c; Lb 50c
Standard varietv for field culture and stock feeding, large, hardy and productive.
PUMPKIN — (Kentucky Field or Cheese) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb.,
15c; Lb 50c
The well known, ordinary pumpkin, largely used for
, stock feeding. The fruit is variously colored, in yellow, drab, red and orange, and varies also in size, but is usually very large. Is a heavy cropper and very easily grown.
PUMPKIN — (New Crookneck Japanese Pie) Oz. 10c; 14 Lb.,
30c; Lb 90c
A new Summer Crookneck Pumpkin, of the same family characteristics as the Japanese pie. Thick rich yellow flesh, of splendid flavor, and very productive.
Being a root crop, good brittle radishes require light, well worked soil, made very rich and mellow to insure quick growth. If permitted to grow slowly, they become tough and pithy. They are easy to grow and frequent plantings will insure a constant supply for the table. Use two-thirds ounce for 100 feet of row, and thin the very young plants somewhat to prevent crowding. Summer varieties can be sown all spring and well into summer. Winter varieties, however, require some time to mature; the seed of these should be planted in June or July.
RADISH — (Early Bird) Oz., 15c; !4 Lb. 50c; Lb $1.40
The earliest turnip or globe shaped radish known, a splendid forcing variety, being ready for use in three weeks. Top is very small, roots round and of a rich scarlet color.
RADISH — (Triumph) Oz., 10c: 14 Lb„ 25c; Lb $1.00
A striking variety. Root globe-shaped, showing bright scarlet stripes on a white ground. A good forcer.
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RADISH — (Strasburg) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb. 25c; Lb 70c
In our opinion there is no better radish grown; the roots are white and grow to a large size, four to five inches thick; for sweetness, tenderness and flavor it is unequalled by any other radish for summer use.
R ADISH — (Long Scarlet Short Top Improved) Oz., 10c; %
Lb., 20c; Lb 60c
This bright scarlet, short topped sort is about 5 inches long, growing half out of the ground; is uniformly straight and smooth, crisp and brittle; an excellent vari- ety for private gardens or market.
RADISH — (China Rose- Winter) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 20c;
Lb 60c
One of the best fall and winter varieties, firm, white flesh.
RADISH— (Sparkler) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c; Lb $1.00
White tipped radishes are justly popular by reason of their attractive appearance. This quite distinct variety fulfills every requirement in each respect, the color be- ing a rich carmine scarlet with a very pronounced tip of purest white. The roots, even when fully developrd are solid, crisp and sweet, and remain fit for use as long as the coarser kinds. It is equally well adapted for forcing in frames or grow- ing in the open ground, for while the leaves are small, they are sufficiently large for bunching.
RADISH — (Non Plus Ultra — Fireball) Oz.,
10c; 14 Lb., 40c; Lb $1.00
The roots are small round and deep rich scarlet in color. They make a very quick growth, and are ready for use in from 20 to 30 days after sowing of seed.
The flesh is white, crisp and tender, and of remarkably fine quality. The seed we offer is of the very finest strain.
RADISH— (Scarlet Globe) Oz., 10c; % Lb.,
25c; Lb., 75c.
One of the earliest; flavor mild, crisp, juicy and tender. It forms a small top and will stand a great amount of heat without becoming pithy.
RADISH — (Crimson Giant Turnip, Forc- ing) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 25c; Lb 75c
A variety extraordinary in that, while growing to an unusually large size, is always tender, crisp and of mild flavor. It remains in perfect condition a re- markably long: time and unlike other forcing varieties, does net become pithy even when twice them size in diameter.
Radish (French
RADISH — (French Breakfast) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 25c; Lb., 70c Medium size, olive-shaped radish, small top scarlet ex- cept at the tip, which is white; a splendid table variety good for either forcin' or outdoor culture. Ready for use in 20 days.
RADISH — (Peerless Family) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 25c; Lb., 75c One of the most popular and attractive short varieties. It is globe-shaped, bright rose carmine with bottom and tip clear white. Stems and leaves small. Very valuable for forcing as well as for the house, garden and market.
RADISH — (Early White Turnip) Oz. 10c; % Lb., 25c;
Lb 85c
A very quick-growing, small, turnip-shaped variety.
Color, clear white; very mild flavor.
RADISH— (Icicle) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 25c; Lb 75c
The roots of this radish grow about four inches long, are of transparent whiteness with short leaves, and make their growth very quickly. It is of excellent flavor and equally valuable for home use and market gardeners.
RADISH — (White Vienna or Lady Finger) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb.,
20c; Lb ...,60c
^olipfite, fine grained radish and very desirable sum- mer sort, white, smooth, tapering. RADISH— (Sakurajima) Oz., 20c; % Lb., 70c. This is a mammoth variety, and is said to be the largest variety that is ob- tainable in Japan. Very tender. RADISH — (Nerima) Oz., 20c; 14 Lb., 70c A wonderful product of the Orient, with snow- while flesh, very tender and under good conditions growing from two to
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RADISH— (Montana Market) Oz., 10c; 14
Lb., 25c; Lb., 60c
Early scarlet turnip-rooted variety, leads all others for first ourdoor crop. RADISH— (Mammoth White China) Oz.,
10c; 14 Lb., 25c; Lb 75c
Flesh solid and brittle; pure white flav- or mild or slightly pungent. A splendid keeper for use in winter; very showy RADISH — (Long Black Spanish — Winter)
Oz., 10c; 14 Lb.. 20c; Lb 60c
The latest and hardiest of all the winter radishes; roots black long large and good keeper; pull before severe frost and store in damp sand in root house. RADISH — (Round Black Spanish) Oz., 10c;
14 Lb., 25c; Lb 75c
A round form of above.
RADISHES— In 5c Lith- ographed Packages.
Early Bird Sparkler Montana Market Early Scarlet Turnip
French Breakfast Early Scarlet Turnip White Tip Long White Strasburg Icicle
Long Scarlet Short Top White Turnip Long Black Spanish China Rose
Radish (Scarlet Globe.)
Radish (Peerless Family.)
Helena, Montana.
VECE TABLE SEEDS— (Continued.) 1 1 1
RHUBARB
Rhubarb,
monarch
RHUBARB — (Monarch)
Pkt., 5c; Oz 20c
Largest and most pro- ductive variety known. Will grow 15 to 20 inches long and fully 1% inches broad. Sow Rhubarb seed in drills one inch deep and thin out to six inches apart; transplant in the fall to deep, manured soil to six feet apart each way.
RHUBARB — (Victoria)
Pkt., 10c; Oz 25c
Very large, highly col- ored and of good flavor.
SALSIFY OR OYSTER PLANT
(One ounce will sow 50 feet of drill.)
Culture — Sow the seed in light,, deep soil, early in spring, in drills 12 inches apart and 1 inch deep, thinning out the young plants to 4 or 5 inches. The roots will be ready for use in October, when a supply should be taken up and stored like carrots. Those remaining will suffer no injury by being left in the ground till spring, but should be dug before commencing their growth.
SALSIFY — (Mammoth Sandwich Island)
Pkt., 5c; Oz. 15c; % Lb., 50c; Lb $1.25
We consider this the largest and most profitable salsify in cultivation; roots are two to three tiroes the size of the ordinary salsify, and of more agreeable Sumiwich flavor. It is pure white in color, and Island invaluable to market gardeners.
Salsify.
SPINACH
(One ounce for 100 feet of drill; 10 to 12 pounds in drills for one acre.)
Spinach (Improved Thick Leaved.)
The main crop is sown in September. It is sometimes covered up in exnuepd places with straw or salt hay dur- ing winter, which pre- vents it from being cut with frosts; but in sheltered fields there is no necessity for covering. For sum- mer use it may be sown at intervals of two or three weeks, from April to August. Spinach is best de- veloped and most ten- der and succulenl when grown in rich soil.
SPINACH — (Long Standing) Pkt., 5c: Oz., 15c; !4 Lb., 50c:
Lb $1.20
The best variety for family use, as the plants remarn in 0 . , ,x c, s good condition
Spinach (Long Standing.! longer without run-
ning to seed than the round leaved sorts. Thick, well flavored leaves.
SPINACH — (Improved Thick Leaved) Pkt., 5c; Oz., 15c;
% Lb., 50c; Lb $1.00
This variety grows very quickly, forming a cluster of slightly wrinkled leaves of fine color and quality. Espe- cially recommended for market gardeners. Sow in rich ground — the richer the better. If for early spring use sow in the fall and protect the young plants with a cov- ering of light manure or straw.
SPINACH— (New Zealand) Oz.. 10c; 14 Lb., 30c; Lb., $1.00 The stems and leaves of this variety are soft, thick, fleshy and crystalline in appearance. Started early in the spring, the plants will resist heat and make strong growth during the summer.
SQUASH
(One ounce to 10 hills; 2 lbs. to the acre.)
There are two distinct types. The Summer is cultivated for the tender young fruits which are used in the green or growing stage during the summer months. The Winter squashes produce larger hard-shell fruits, which are gath- ered in the fall before there is danger of their being injured by frost, and stored in a warm, dry place for win- ter use. A few of the varieties, notably Fordhook, may be used in either state.
Squash (White Bush Scallop.)
SQUASH— (White Bush Scallop) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c;
Lb 85c
The fruit is ia beautifully waxy white of superior qual- ity; the best, early squash.
SQUASH — (Mammoth Bush Sicallop) Oz., 10c; % Lb. 30c;
Lb 90c
Very large and fine, often measuring 12 to 15 inches in diameter.
SQUASH — (Golden Summer Crookneck) Oz., 10c; % lb.,
30c; Lb $1.00
As early as the common Summer Crookneck, and much larger, often measuring from 15 to 18 inches in length, of bright golden color and very best quality. Commands an extra price in market.
Squash (Waited Hubbard.)
SQUASH — (Chicago Warted Hubbard) Oz., lOr; V Lb., 35c:
Lb 1 , $1.25
It is similar in size and quality tO’ the Hubbard. The vines are vigorous and productive, while the large dark olive-green fruits are rather more heavily warted. Very handsome in appearance; an excellent keeper and of splendid quality.
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Squash (S. N. & S. Co.’s Superior Strain.)
SQUASH — (Hubbard — S. N. & S. Co.’s Superior Strain)
10c; % Lb., 35c; Lb $1.25
This old and popular favorite is still one of the very best winter squashes grown; and whether boiled, steamed or baked, it is always. richly flavored sweet and dry. The vines are strong, luxuriant growers and very pro- ductive, yielding large heavy squashes of dark bluish green color, weighing often 10 to 25 pounds each. Prop- erly stored, it may be kept from September to May.
SQUASH — (Banana) Oz., 10c; M Lb., 30c; Lb 80c
This is an old variety, but on account of its habit of not producing but few seed, has become scarce. It grows in shape like a huge banana, generally over two feet long, with a tough but not hard shell, very meaty, of delicious flavor and is also one of the best winter keepers. Many of the best fruit have no seed in them.
SQUASH— (Fordbook) Oz., 10c; % Lb., 30c.; Lb., $1.00
Flesh dry and sweet, of excellent quality; matures and has the advantage of being usable at any stage of its
growth.
SQUASH — (New Red or “Golden Hubbard”) Oz„ 10c;
!4 Lb., 35c; Lb $1.25
This is identical in size, form and fruitfulness with the Chicago Warted Hubbard, the chief distinction being that the heavily warted skin is of a rich orange yellow, turning to a deep salmon red when ripened. It is of most attractive appearance, fine in quality, and should be one of the most profitable market sorts.
Squash (Vegetable Marrow.)
SQUASH — (Italian Coeozello or Vegetable Marrow) Oz., 20c;
% Lb 75c
A favorite English sort. The fruit is very variable in size, from 9 to 18 inches in length and from 4 to 6 inches in diameter. Skin a greenish yellow, flesh white, soft and of rich flavor. This is entirely distinct from all other varieties of squash. Plant 8 feet apart.
SQUASH — (Boston Marrow) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb. 30c; Lb., $1.00 A fall or early winter variety, very popular; oval, skin thin, flesh salmon yellow, fine grained; when ripe, bright orange color; matures in this locality the end of August.
SQUASH — (Gregory’s Delicious) Oz., 15c; !4 Lb., 40c;
Lb $1.25
This variety in dryness, sweetness and richness of flavor is of the first rank. The shell is green in color, the flesh of a rich orange. An excellent winter keeper.
SQUASH— (In 5c Lithographed Packages.)
Early White Bush, Improved Hubbard, Summer Crook-
neck, Boston Marrow, Vegetable Marrow.
SUNFLOWER
SUNFLOWER — (Mammoth Russian) Pkt., 5c; Lb. (Post- paid), 20c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Ex- pense, Lb., 15c; 10 Lbs $1.25
SWISS CHARD (See Page 91)
TOMATOES
TOMATO— (Acme) Oz., 25c; % Lb., 80c
An old variety of delicious flavor, dark red tinged with purple.
TOMATO— (Bonny Best) % Oz., 20c; Oz., 35c; % Lb $1.00
Early tomato. It has been tested and found ten days earlier than the Chalk’s Early Jewel and ripens with the Earliana. Strong grower, very productive, ripens evenly all over, excellent shipper.
TOMATO — (John Baer) Pkt., 10c; % Oz., 25c; Oz 75c
The seed of this tomato was purchased by us two years ago from one of the largest growers in the East, who recommended it as the earliest of all tomatoes, and our experience with it bears out. this recommendation. In our trial grounds last summer it was the earliest of many varieties tested by us, producing quantities of ripe fruit the first week in August. The fruit is a bright red color, of good size round, smooth, very solid and producing very few seeds. From our experience with it we consider it the best tomato for Montana and confidently recommend it. to our cus- tomers.
TOM ATO— (Earl ibell) y2 Oz., 20c; Oz., 35c; % Lb., $1.00
The earliest, tomato we know. Its heavy clusters of beautifully formed, medium-sized fruits ripen several days before any other variety. Although so wonderfully early, there is none of the dis- figuring corrugation found in other early sorts, while at the same time, Earlibell does not crack.
Helena, Montana.
VEGE TABLE SEEDS— (Continued.) 1 1 3
TOMATO— (Alpha Pink) y2 Oz.,
20c; Oz., 35c; % Lb $1.00
Appeals especially to those who' like the pink color. The fruits grow in clusters, and begin to mature very early; measure 3 inches in diameter and are of excellent quality.
TOMATO — (Sparks Earliana) %
Oz., 15c; Oz., 25c; % Lb 85c
The earliest tall variety, form- ing ripe fruit much earlier than any other. The fruit is large, smooth, of a bright scarlet color, and of fine quality. Very valuable for early market use.
TOMATO— (New Stone) Oz., 25c;
% Lb 75 c
Grown more extensively than any other for main-crop vari- ety, especially by market gar- deners. Very large, smooth and solid, of a bright red color, and a heavy yielder.
TOMATO — (Dwarf Champion Oz.,
25c; 14 Lb 75c
On account of its dwarf, com- pact habit, it can be planted quite close. Wonderfully pro- ductive, the dark reddish pur- ple fruit being very solid and firm. Of medium size. Very desirable for the home garden.
TOMATO — (Montana Globe Eeauty) y2 Oz., 15c; Oz., 25c; % Lb. 75c
Fruit large and smooth; excel- lent flavor, good shipper, the best all round variety for Mon- tana, does not crack.
TOMATO — (Golden Queen) % Oz.,
15c; Oz., 25c; % Lb 75c
Is solid, very smooth, free from ridges, large in size, ripens up evenly and is a handsome sort; in fact, by far the most beauti- ful yellow variety; excellent quality.
TOMATO — (Livingstones Coreless) Pkt.,
10c; Oz 25c
One of this noted originator of good tomatoes best. Almost entirely coreless, very solid and most excellent quality. Very fine for table use.
TOMATO — (Truckers Favorite) Pkt., 10c;
Oz 25c
This has literally jumped into favor with market gardeners everywhere, for its early and continuous bearing quali- ties. Very solid, does not crack, and a first-class shipper.
Tomato (Montana Beauty.)
Tomato (Sparks Earliana.)
TOMATOES— (In 5c Lithographed Pack- ages.)
Tomato (Dwarf Champion.)
Early Minnesota, Earliana Early Acme, Red Cherry, Montana Globe Beauty, Gold- en Queen, Dwarf Champion, Earlibell.
TOMATO— (Matchless) Pkt., 10c; Oz 25c
A well named variety, vigorous growth, very prolific, large size, smooth, good red color and a good shipper.
TOMATO— (Fordhook Perfection) Pkt., 10c; Oz., 25c
A splendid crimson and prolific yielder. Very solid, a fine shipper, and a fine tomato for canning.
TOMATOES — (Smajl Fruited Varieties) For pickling and preserving. Invaluable for garnishing.
Red Cherry— Pkt., 5c; Oz 25c
Small fruits used for pickles, very handsome.
Red Pear— Pkt. 5c; Oz 25c
Fruit handsome and solid; fine for preserves.
Red Peach Pkt., 5c; Oz., 25c
Red Plum Pkt., 5c; Oz., 25c
Winter Cherry, or Husk Tomato (Purple) Pkt., 5c;
Oz 30c
Makes fine sauce.
Strawberry, or Husk Tomato — Pkt., 5c; Oz 30c
Plants of low-spreading growth and immensely pro- ductive. The small yellow fruits are each inclosed in a husk. Of very sweet flavor, highly esteemed for
preserving or making pies.
Yellow Cherry — Pkt., 5c; Oz 30c
For pickles and preserves.
Yellow Plum — Pkt., 5c; Oz 25c
Round and regular, bright yellow; used for pickles.
TURNIPS
(One ounce will sow 150 feet of drills; 2 pounds will sow an acre.)
Culture.— For early use, sow as soon as the ground can be worked in spring, in drill 15 inches apart, and thin to 8 inches apart as soon as plans are large enough to handle. The sowing should be made just before rain, if possible, a rapid growth being important.
For feeding stock in fall and winter there is nothing superior to turnips -and rutabagas, as they are much liked by all kinds of stock and serve to keep them in good con- dition. We cannot too earnestly recommend farmers to increase their sowings largely for we are sure the crop WjII prove remunerative.
TURNIP— (White Milan— Extra Early) Oz., 15c; % Lb.
35c; Lb $1.00
Very small top, upright and compact; the clear white roots are very smooth, symmetrical and beautiful; there is no better turnip for early bunching; fine grained, ten- der and sweet.
TURNIP— (Purple Top Milan — Extra Early) Oz., 10c;
M Lb., 30c; Lb 90c
Very similar to the White Milan except that the roots are a little more flat, and the top of root is purple.
TURNIP — (Montana Snowball) Oz., 10c; 14 Lb., 25c; Lb., 75c Sweet, early, solid; favorite for early market bunching.
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TURNTP— (Purple Top White Globe) Oz., :10c ; Vi Lb., 20e; Lb., 60c. Round, large; an excellent keeper. TURNIP— (White Egg) Oz., fOc; Vi Lb., 20c;
Lb :.60c
An old favorite, egg- shaped perfectly smooth, firm and mild.
TURNIP— (Purple Top Strap Leaf) Oz., 10c';
Vi Lb., 20c; Lb 60c
The most generally planted of any vari- ety. It is a quick grower, the flesh is very fine grained and sweet flavored. The red top of the bulb extends down to where it rests in the soil.
TURNIP— (Golden Ball)
Oz., 10c; Vi Lb., 20c;
Lb 65c
The most delicate yellow fleshed tur- nip; of medium size form, hard and of su- perior flavor. Valued highly as a table vari- Turnip (Purple Top White Globe.) ety.
TURNIPS— (In 5c Lith- ographed Packages)
White Milan White Egg Montana Snowball Purple Top Globe Purple Top Strap Leaf Golden Ball Purple Top Rutabaga German Sweet Ruta- baga.
Turnip (Golden Ball.)
RUTABAGAS
Rutabaga
(American Purple Top.)
These require a longer season in which to grow than do other tur- nips; the seeds should be sown about the first to the middle of June.
RUTABAGA — (American Purple Top) Oz., 10c; Vi Lb., 25c; Lb., 75c This strain is of American origin and is a purple top yellow variety.
RUTABAGA— (Large White, or Sweet German) Oz., 10c; Vi Lb.
25c; Lb : 75c
A very large variety, with white skin and white flesh which is ten- der and sweet.
RUTABAGA — (Prize Winner) Oz.,
10c; Vi Lb., 30c; Lb 90c
Short neck, small top. firm flesh, symmetrical shape, united with high feeding value, great produc- tiveness, hardiness and long keep- ing qualities, describes the perfect Rutabaga. Every root of the Prize Winner more nearly approaches ideal than any other strain.
RUTABAGA — (Bangholm) Per Oz., 15c; Vi Lb. 35c; Lb. $1.00 The Seed for this variety of Rutabaga is as grown in Denmark by “Daehnfeldt,” who has been awarded a first class certificate on several occasions by the Danish gov- ernment for the Best Cropping Rutabaga, an oblong glob- ular shape root with small neck, yellow flesh, very dark purple top and is superior to all other varieties.
Rutabaga (Prize Winner.)
Are you interested in the Hardiest Alfalfa?
See description “Liscomb” variety, page 117.
Helena, Montana.
LA WN AND GRASS SEEDS 1 1 5
State Nursery and Seed Co.’s
Rocky Mountain Lawn Grass Seed
ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAWN GRASS MIXTURE is the best that can be procured at any price, or under any brand. It is the result of years of scientific selection and test in this climate, and it is no unusual thing for lawns that are sown with this unequaled mixture to require cutting in thirty days or less from the time of sowing.
Pamphlet on the Preparation and Care of Lawns, illustrated from actual photographs, FREE on applica- tion.
LAWNS ON CAPITAL GROUNDS. HELENA, MONT. Sown With Rocky Mountain Lawn Grass Mixture.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAWN GRASS MIXTURE— (Postpaid) Qt. Pkg., 30c; by Express or Freight at. Purchaser’s Ex- pense, 5 Lbs., $1.15; 10 Lbs $2.00
With the above facts in mind, our Lawn Grass Mixture is scientifically combined. Our experience of many years has given us an intimate knowledge of grasses their habits and requirements. In our Rocky Mountain Lawn Grass Mixture are included only the very best varieties — pure, clean and free from foul seed.
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS' — (“Peerless” Grade) (Postpaid) Lb., 25c; by Express or Freight at, Purchaser’s Expense,
Lb., 30c; 10 Lbs $2.80
We wish to call particular attent’.on to the cleanliness of our Blue Grass. Our seed is so thoroughly recleaned that a measured bushel weighs 28 Lbs.
KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS — (“Placer” Grade) (Postpaid), Lb., 30c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense,
Lb., 25c; 10 Lbs $2.00
Used extensively for lawns and parking streets; also makes excellent pasture or hay.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN LAWN GRASS MIXTURE, WITH DUTCH CLOVER— (Postpaid), Qt. Pkg., 35c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, 5 Lbs., $1.40;
10 Lbs $2.75
As there are many people who like clover in a lawn we put up a mixture as above; this mixture has gained us many friends and it is increasing in popularity.
SHADY PLACE LAWN GRASS— (Postpaid) , Lb., 40c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, 5 Lbs., $1.65; 10 Lbs., $3.00. Usually it is quite difficult to obtain a satisfactory growth of grass under trees and in shady places. For sowing in such places we recommend the use of this special mixture. The. grasses used in mak- ing th's special mixture are those that are well adapted for growing in shade.
WHITE CLOVER — (Peerless) (Postpaid), Lb., 60c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb., 55c This is frequently sown to cut green for chicks and fowls; also used largely in making lawns for which this variety is especially adapted.
See under Lawn Requisites the special “Gem Rake. ” A novel useful tool
which every owner of a lawn should have.
116 FIELD SEEDS.
State Nursery and Seed Co.
SELECT HELD SEEDS
[Prices Quoted are F. O. B. Helena.]
Subject to change.
No Charge for Sacks Unless Specially Noted.
Prices quoted on Field Seeds are those in effect at the time this catalog goes to press. We will maintain these prices as long as possible, but cannot guarantee them throughout the season. Order early before our stocks are exhausted. Current Price of Field and Grass Seeds during the season will be quoted on request, stating quantity desired.
Our large new fireproof Seed Warehou :e, containing nearly 20,000 square feet of floor space, located near the Great Northern R. R. Depot, is now practically completed and in full operation.
It affords us facilities for the prompt handling of large quantities of seeds second to none, and is equipped with the most modern and up-to-date machinery for the cleaning, re-cleaning and grading of seeds that scientific ingenuity can devise. All machinery is equipped with electric motor drive for power.
Ample switching facilities for car lot receipts and shipments are provided.
The completion of this up-to-date plant places the STATE NURSERY & SEED CO. as undoubtedly the most complete establishment of its character in the northwest.
Our friends and customers are cordially invited to inspect this latest addition to our plant, also our new store on Fuller Avenue, and the large Nurseries, Seed Trial Grounds and Greenhouses on the Broadwater Street Car line. Courteous employes will take pleasure in showing the different departments to visitors, and a visit to Helena is not complete without a visit to this large and most interesting branch of the business family of the city.
SEEDING TABLE
WE RECOMMEND THE FOLLOWING QUANTITIES OF SEED TO BE USED PER ACRE:
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Drilled. |
Broadcast. |
Drilled. |
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ALFALFA — For hay crop, on irrigated |
BROME GRASS — ( Bromus Inermis) |
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land |
15 |
lbs. |
12 lbs. |
For hay or pasture |
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ALFALFA — For hay crop on day land |
10 |
lbs. |
8 lbs. |
on irrigated land |
20 |
lbs. |
15 lbs. |
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ALFALFA — For seed crop, on dry |
BROME GRASS — (Bromus Inermis) |
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land or sub- irrigated |
8 |
lbs. |
6 lbs. |
For hay or pasture on |
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ALFALFA— Pedigreed GRIMM, in |
dry land |
15 |
lbs. |
12 lbs. |
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rows 3 ft. apart to be |
BLUE GRASS — For hay or pasture on |
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cultivated |
1 lb. |
irrigated land |
25 |
lbs. |
20 lbs. |
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CLOVER — Medium Red, for hay crop |
12 |
lbs. |
10 lbs. |
ORCHARD GRASS— For hay or pas- |
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CLOVER — Als.ke, for bay crop |
10 |
lbs. |
8 lbs. |
ture on irrigated land |
25 |
lbs. |
20 lbs. |
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CLOVER — Sweet, for hay crop or to |
RYE GRASS (Perennial) — For hay or |
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pasture on irrigated |
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green manure |
15 |
lbs. |
12 lbs. |
land |
40 |
lbs. |
30 lbs. |
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TIMOTHY — For hay or Seed crop |
10 |
lbs. |
8 lbs. |
MILLET — German, Hungarian, Siber- |
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TIMOTHY AND ALSIKE CLOVER— |
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For hay or pasture.... |
10 |
lbs. |
8 lbs. |
crop |
24 |
lbs. |
24 lbs. |
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RED TOP — For hay crop or pasture |
10 |
lbs. |
8 lbs. |
MILLET — Japanese or Billion Dollar |
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Grass, for hay crop.... |
16 |
lbs. |
16 lbs. |
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WHEAT — 4 pecks — 4 bu. or 60 lbs. |
BARLEY — 2 or 6 Row — 5 pecks — 1 bu. and |
1 peck or 60 to |
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OATS — 4 to 5 pecks — 1 bu. and 1 peck or |
50 to 60 |
lbs. |
70 lbs. |
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FLAX— 15 to 20 lbs. |
BARLEY — Hulless) — 4 pecks — 1 bu. or 60 lbs. |
Having been advised by a great many of our customers that the above information would be a great bene- fit to farmers generally, we are glad to give the table. We find from long experience that these are the neces- sary amounts to sow for the various purposes stated.
Helena, Montana.
FIELD SEEDS — ( Continued .) 1 1 7
ALFALFA
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FARMOGERM.
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FACTS ABOUT ALFALFA.
Alfalfa produces from 3 to 7 tons of hay to (he acre. It has as much protein as Wheat bran; 360 stalks have been grown from one seed. It does not exhaust the soil, but enriches it. It can be ground into meal to feed hogs and chickens. It will grow 2 to 3 crops a year.
Alfalfa in money value is worth 45 per cent more than other Clovers and 60 per cent more than Timothy. Ten milch cows can be fed on less than 2 acres by soiling. One acre w.ll pasture 20 hogs for six months.
Three pounds a day makes a full feed for fattening lambs. Four to five pounds makes a full feed for fattening aged sheep. Thirty-five pounds makes a full feed for fattening steers.
A lamb will winter and thrive on 3 pounds a day. Sheep fed with Alfalfa will gain from 8 to 15 pounds in 75 days and will double, with small grain ration added. Lambs w.ntered on Alfalfa will produce one to two pounds more of wool than when on the range.
Alfalfa is a fine poultry feed when cut fine, and this is also a good way to feed it to hogs in winter.
Fed to dairy cows, Alfalfa maintains the flow of milk, equal to June grass for nearly a whole year. It can be chopped fine with corn meal. Such a mixture is worth more per pound than the original corn meal.
Many interesting facts in addition to the- above might be cited about Alfalfa. It would hardly be possible to say too much about Alfalfa; it is a working plant which is changing the destiny of many farming sections.
Its long branching roots penetrate far down, push and crowd, the earth this way and that, and thus constitute a gigantic subsoiler. These become an immense magazine of fertility.
The value of a strain or variety for any certain locality depends upon its ability to yield generously and withstand the climatic and soil conditions there prevailing. To best insure such qualities in Alfalfa, seed should be sown that has been grown in a section where the producing plants have successfully survived the most unfavorable conditions that are likely to be encountered. This insures seed of tlx highest grade of vitality, as plants in any way deficient are killed out in such winters as that of 1915-1916, when temperatures ranging from 40 to 46 below zero were registered in this section. These temperatures are taken from the official records, and the natural result in a field of Alfalfa is “the survival of the fittest” — nature’s immutable law. The seed we offer this season is from plants that have stood this supreme test, and can not be surpassed by any brands on the market today.
ALL ALFALFA WE OFFER THIS SEASON UNDER “PEERLESS” GRADE WAS PRODUCED ON DRY OR SUB- IRRIGATED LANDS.
“LISCOMB” ALFALFA.
The type listed below as “LISCOMB” Alfalfa is one of the best that has yet been introduced. It possesses every requisite to be desired to place it in tlxe front rank of Alfalfa varieties.
It is of the much to be desired branching root and many crowned type, with variegated flowers.
It is of the most hardy nature (46 below zero is known to not injure it in the least) yields enormously, and does well on dry and sub-irrigated lands.
It has received the highest commendation at the hands of the Extension Division of tb Minnesota Experimental Station, and also from the officials of the Montana Stations.
Cases are on record where a field of “Liscomb” Alfalfa excelled other varieties — Grimm included — in a test of 47 fields. This is vouched for by the Ext. Div. of The Minn. Station.
The seed we offer this season was produced by plants that withstood 46 degrees below zero, last winter, per the offi- cial records of the nearest station of the U. S. weather bureau.
More than this can not be said or claimed for any brand or type of Alfalfa, and we confidently predict that as the merits of the genuine “Liscomb” Alfalfa become known, that the strictly pure and orig'nal seed stock of Ibis vari- ety will be in far greater demand than that of any other, by growers desiring the best Alfalfa that can be obtained for the rigorous northwestern climate.
ALFALFA — (Liscomb “Peerless”) 1 Lb. (Postpaid), 40c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 35c; 25 Lbs., $8.00; 100 Lbs., $30.00.
This is the highest grade of this variety that can be pro- cured, most carefully selected, cleaned and recleaned by the most scientific machinery that can be procured for the purpose.
ALFALFA — (Liscomb “Placer”) Lb. (Postpaid ), 35c; by Express or freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 30c; 25 Lbs., $6.75; 100 Lbs., $25.00.
This grade “Placer” is second only to our “Peerless” grade, and is of splendid quality.
SCARIFYING.
We have installed a new up-to-the-minute Ames Scar- ifying machine. Add $1.00 per 100 lbs. if you desire your Sweet Clover or Alfalfa Seed Scarified.
ALFALFA — (True Grimm) I Lb., Sealed Bag (Postpaid), $1.00; by Mail, Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Ex- pense, 10 Lbs $8.50
This Seed is tested for Variety, Purity and Germination by the Montana Agricultural College and Inspected, Reg- istered and Sealed by the Montana Seed Growers’ Asso- ciation.
True Grimm Alfalfa has been so well advertised and described that any attempt at further praise would be superfluous. In every respect it has proved itself a most wonderful variety or type, and its reputation has been so well estabished that the I rue registered and sealed seed always commands a high price. The above offered Grimm is the best that can be procured at any price, grown from the original stock, fully registered, inspected, tested and sealed under the most stiingent regulalions to insure the highest quality attainable.
FREE — Pamphlet on True Wendelin Grimm Alfalfa for the asking.
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ALFALFA — (Montana Grimm “Peerless” Not Registered)
Lb. (Postpaid), 65c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 55c; 10 Lbs., $5.25; 25 Lbs., $13.00; 100
Lb $50.00
A variegated or hybrid variety. The acknowledged lead- er of all alfalfas for general purposes in the United States and Canada. Grown in (he Northwest continu- ously since 1858. Tested in every state and province and has conclusively demonstrated its superiority. The hardiest, most vigorous, drouth-resistant and high yield- ing alfalfa in cultivation. We have only a limited quan- tity of this seed, dry-land grown, and when this is ex- hausted we cannot obtain more until next season. We advise ordering early.
ALFALFA— (Montana Grimm “Placer” Not Registered) Lb.
(Postpaid), 60c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 50c; 10 Lbs., $5.00; 25 Lbs., $11.75; 100 Lbs $45.00
ALFALFA — (“Peerless) Best on earth, in 60 Lb. Sealed Bags, Lb. (Postpaid), 50c; by Express or Freight at pur- chaser’s expense, Lb., 35c; 25 Lbs., $7.00; 60 Lbs., Original Bag, $15.60; 100 Lbs., $26.00. The seed is large and of high germination. Our seed is obtained in those sections where plants have endured the extreme cold of winter and thrive at high altitudes. Our experience of several seasons has demonstrated the superiority of this seed under adverse climatic conditions throughout the entire Northwest. There is no better Seed grown.
ALFALFA— (Placer”) Lb. (Postpaid), 35c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense. Lb., 30c; 25 Lbs., $5.50;
100 Lbs $20.00
Experiments of many agricultural stations have estab- lished without a doubt the superior hardiness of Mon- tana grown alfalfa seed over that produced elsewhere. This grade is selected from among the best that grows, and is next only to our “Peerless” Samples cheerfully sent to intending purchasers; when writing for samples, please state what quantity you expect to use, so that we may quote you the best possible price on the quantity you need.
ALFALFA — (“Quartz”) Lb. (Postpaid^, 30c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb., 25c; 25 Lbs., $4.75;
100 Lbs $17.00
An excellent grade of seed, but on account of unfavorable weather it, has some discolored seed and therefore is not. bright enough in color for our higher grades. We will be pleased to submit samples with tests and can quote on any quantity desired.
ALFALFA — (Turkestan) — Write for prices.
Some of our customers have had splendid success with this imported type of Alfalfa, and we list it for their benefit. The seed we offer is of the best quality obtain- able. Samples and prices will be furnished on applica- tion, stating quantity desired.
Gold Medal Awarded to Us lor Alfalfa Seed at the Panama- Paeific Exposition, San Francisco, Cal.
Montana Alfalfa Seed
is today acknowledged to be without a peer. Ex- periment Stations of several State Agricultural Colleges, bear out in every ease the final superior- ity of Montana seed, for hardiness, vitality and productiveness. Loeated as we are, in the heart of the Rockies, we have facilities for the selection and acquisition of the highest grades of Alfalfa for the northwestern country that are not equaled by any other house, and our customers may rely on the assertion that seed secured from us is of the hardiest and best obtainable quality in the grade in which we class it.
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CLOVER
Inoculate this Seed with
FARMOGERM.
CLOVER— (Medium Red, “Peerless” Grade) Lb. (Postpaid), 35c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb.,
30c; 25 Lbs., $6.25; 100 Lbs - $23.00
Looking to the future, no time should be lost in introduc- ing the bacilli of the Red and Alfalfa Clovers. The use of nitro cultures may tend to hasten their establishment, but nature’s way, and the best way, is to use a small quantity of seed, say a pound or two of Red and Alfalfa Clover to the acre with whatever crop you are seeding. After a little you have the prized bacilli in your land, then you may safely call your farm doubled in value from a producing standpoint. Red Clover is regarded as the most important of the whole genus for practical agriculture; valuable not only for forage, but also a fer- tilizer for the soil. Long, powerful tap-roots, which in decaying add largely to that black mass of matter we call soil.
CLOVER— (Mammoth Red “Peerless Grade”) Lb. (Postpaid) 35c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb.,
30c; 25 Lbs., $6.75; 100 Lbs $25.00
This variety of clover matures about two weeks later than the ordinary red clover, and will produce a heavier yield per acre than any other variety. It is also better adapted to poor sandy soils than other sorts, Alsike in- cluded. On account of its vigorous heavy growth, it should be cut for hay before the bloom fully matures, otherwise the heavy growth will have a tendency to be- come woody. It is by far the best variety known where clover is desired for a hog pasture.
CLOVER — (Alsike or Swedish “Peerless” Grade) Lb. (Post- paid), 40c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense,
Lb., 30c; 25 Lbs., $6.50; 100 Lbs $24.50
This Clover originally came from the little Province of Alsike in Sweden. One of the hardiest varieties known, is perennial and does not winter kill; stands alike drouth or wet. We know of many who have used Alsike Clover to sow hi boggy land, making this land produce a crop or pasturage and at the same time enabling it to be driven over, as the mass of roots make a heavy sod. Fav- orite with bee keepers. Flowers with sweet agreeable odor.
CLOVER— (Alsike or Swedish “Placer” Grade) Lb. (Post- paid), 35c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 30c; 25 Lbs., $6.25; 100 Lbs $23.50
CLOVER— (White Dutch) Lb. (Postpaid), 60c; by Express
or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb 55c
Excellent for pasture, and when mixed with Kentucky Blue Grass, makes the finest and most nutritious food for sheep and cows; used universally for lawns in the United States. Sow 5 to 8 pounds to the acre, alone for pasture; for lawn, 1 lb. to 400 square feet.
CLOVER — (Crimson Clover) Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Ex- press or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 25c; 25 Lbs.,
$5.00; 100 Lbs $18.50
An annual variety in common use in Italy and southern France for feeding green. Also grown largely in this country in Virginia, where it. is called “German Clover,” and we think would do well in our western states. Two or four weeks earlier than the Red Clover and for that reason is more desirable. Immense yielder of fodder. Commences to grow at. once after cutting and continues to do so until frost. Height 1% feet; roots nearly black; blossoms long and of deep carmine color. Makes good hay.
CLOVER — (Esparsette or Sanfoin) — Write for prices.
A leguminous plant with many stems, 2 to 3 feet. long. Perennial, roots hard and woody; flowers in July. Same family as Alfalfa. Adapted to light, chalky soils, sands, gravels and barren regions deficient in rainfall and with- out irrigation advantages. Shorter-lived plant, than Alfalfa, but will last, from 8 to 10 years, according to soil, by judicious top dressing of manure. It is excellent for cows, increasing flow and quality of milk. Would advise
early and heavy seeding. Follow with roller. Sow seed 2 inches deep, and from 30 to 40 lbs. per acre'.
CLOVER — (Sweet White Blossom) (“Peerless”) Lb. (Post- paid), 35c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense,
Lb., 25c; 25 Lbs., $5.00; 100 Lbs $18.50
As Sweet Clover can be grown under conditions which are unfavorable to most forage or grazing crops, it is destined to become quite popular in our non-irrigated pasture lands. This fact has caused our Agricultural Colleges to recommend it very highly. There have been more inquiries for Sweet Clover Seed in the past few weeks than in all our years in business in Montana. CLOVER — (Sweet White Blossom, “Placer” Grade) Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s
Expense, Lb., 20c; 25 Lbs., $4.50; 100 Lbs $16.50
CLOVER — (Sweet White Blossom) (Quartz Grade) By Ex- press or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 20c; 25 Lbs.,
$3.50; 100 Lbs ?. , $12.50
This grade is unhulled Seed. Both high in Purity and Germination.
CLOVER — (Sweet Yellow Blossom) (Peerless Grade) Lb.
(Postpaid), 30c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s ex- pense, Lb., 25c: 25 Lbs.. $5.25: 100 Lbs $19.00
The Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover belongs to the same family as the white blossom, not quite so vigorous in growth, but is at least 14 to 21 days earlier, and has yel- low flowers.
CLOVER — (Sweet Yellow Blossom) (Placer Grade) Lb.
(Postpaid), 25c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 20c; 25 Lbs., $4.75; 100 Lbs $17.00
ADVANTAGES OF SWEET CLOVER.
Consider the following facts: 1. It is not a weed. 2. Like alfalfa it is rich in protein. 3. Will not bloat cattle or sheep. 4. Equal to alfalfa for pasture. 5. Is a great milk producer. 6. Furnishes early spring pasture. 7. Contains more protein than red clover. 8. Fits well in the crop ro- tation. 9. Is a great soil enriching crop. 10. Better than any of the common clovers as a green manure crop. 11. Is a valuable plant for honey bees. 12. Prepares the soil for alfalfa. 13. Roots are soft and give no trouble in plowing. 14. Roots being tender, become inoculated more readily than alfalfa. 15. Never damages cultivated crops. 16. Its roots decay rapidly, adding much nitrogen and humus to the soil. 17. Growls and will produce a crop in all parts of the United States. 18. Seeds freely in both humid and dry sections. 19. Sweet Clover prevents erosion. 20. Will grow under conditions where clover and alfalfa fail; (a) on low, wet, alkali and acid soils: (b) on hard, compact soils; (c) on poor soil, especially where there is lime.
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RED TOP
RED TOP— (Solid Seed) (“Peerless”) Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 25c;
25 Lbs., $5.00; 100 Lbs $18.50
A valuable grass for moist soils. Tt is a good permanent grass, standing our climate as well as any other, and consequently well adapted to our pastures, on which it should be fed close, for if allowed to grow up to seed the cattle refuse it. On moist, rich soil it will grow 2 feet, and on poor gravelly soil, about half that height. It has been grown successfully even on “alkali” bottom lands, where other grasses failed. We do not handle the chaffy grade of Red Top, and offer only clean seed.
RED TOP — (Solid Seed) (“Placer”) Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 25c; 25 Lbs., $4.50; 100 Lbs $16.00
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TIMOTHY
TIMOTHY — (“Peerless”) Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c; 25 Lbs., $2.50;
100 Lbs $8.50
As a crop for hay, Timothy is probably unsurpassed by any other grass. It is greatly relished by all kinds of stock, especially horses. It yields more nutritive mat- ter than any other grass or forage plant. It is not suited for a permanent pasture, as it will, in the course of a few years, run out. It is, however, well adapted to early spring grazing, as it starts up quickly in the spring and in favorable weather can be pastured in the autumn as well. The largest crops of hay are raised on rich land. It is not suited for light, sandy soil so well as some other grasses. The most important point in the growing of Timothy is the selection of good seed. Poor seed, be- sides containing weed seed, will not grow. That which does germinate is weak and produces few stalks and seed heads. It should not take an intelligent farmer long to figure the wisdom of investing his time and money in reliable seed, to ensure good crops.
TIMOTHY — (“Placer”
Grade) Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c; 25 Lbs., $2.25; 100
Lbs $7.75
This grade, like the above, is the plump native grown seed, unequaled by the stocks of most eastern firms. If you use larger lots, write for special price, stating quantity you expect to use.
TIMOTHY— (Alsike Clover and Timothy Mixed) Lb.
(Postpaid), 25; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 20c; 25 Lbs.,
$3.50; 100 Lbs $12.00
Where Alsike Clover and Timothy are grown to- gether, and the seed is saved therefrom, it is im- possible in cleaning to make a complete separation of the two. On this account we purchase the seed for less money and we can sell it for less money than would be the case if a perfect sep- aration could be made. Those desiring to sow Alsike and Timothy together can save considerable money by buy- ing the seed of these two varieties together as originally harvested. This makes a splendid mixture for hay or pasture, with just enough Alsike Clover to make splen- did hay for horses or dairy cows.
Timothy.
BLUE GRASS
BLUE GRASS— (Kentucky “Peerless”) Lb. (Postpaid), 35c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb„ 30c;
10 Lbs., $2.80; 100 Lbs $20.00
We wish to call particular attention to the cleanliness of our Blue Grass. As usually sold by most seedsmen it weighs 19 to 20 lbs. to the measured bushel. Our seed is thoroughly recleancd.
BLUE GRASS— (Kentucky “Placer” Grade) Lb. (Postpad), 30c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb.,
25c; 10 Lbs., $2.00; 100 Lbs $16.50
Used extensively for lawns and parking streets; also makes excellent pasture or hay.
Correspondence in English, German or Scandinavian.
BROME GRASS
germination, and 1 any other grade.
BROME GRASS — (Bromus Inermis, “Peerless” Grade) Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 20c; 25
Lbs., $4.00; 100 Lbs $14.00
A wonderful drouth resister. A grass for the stock raiser. All cattle like it. Will drive out Russian Thistle, also Black Mus- tard. Drouth defying, frost re- sisting. Yields enormous crops of splendid hay and affords early and abundant pasturage. We have seen some very fine crops of Brome Grass and Alfalfa mixed, which makes an excellent hay for horses and cattle. Try it. These both mature and cure at the same time. Our Peerless grade of this magnificent grass is unequalled for purity and high ess seed is required to the acre than From good seed, good crops grow.
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SLENDER WHEAT GRASS
(Western Rye Grass.)
■SLENDER WHEAT GRASS— Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Ex- press or freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 25c; 25 Lbs.,
$4.00; 100 Lbs $11.00
This is a valuable native grass, very hardy and makes good hay. Much valued for crop rotation. Seed about 20 lbs. to the acre, and do not cover too deeply. Some growers advise the mixture of Red Clover with this grass and for hay this assures easier handling in har- vesting. It has proven a valuable crop in the Dakotas and also in Northwestern Canada.
ORCHARD GRASS
ORCHARD GRASS— (“Peerless” Grade) Lb. (Postpaid), 35c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 30c;
25 Lbs., $6.00; 100 Lbs $23.00
A valuable grass for pasture or hay land, and on account of its earliness is very valuable for a permanent pasture. It furnishes the first green grass in the spring and until late in the fall. When closely cropped it grows up very quickly and is ready for grazing again in ten to twelve days. When grown for hay, more than one crop can be obtained in one season, and when only one crop is cut the aftergrowth is very heavy and gives splendid and rich pasture till late in the fall. It will stand drouth and is hardy. It grows in tufts, and is therefore best sown with Red Clovers, rye grass, etc. It is well suited for shady places, such as orchards and groves.
Do you wish your Clover or Alfalfa Seed Scarified. See foot of Page 117.
RYE GRASS
PERENNIAL RYE GRASS— (“Peerless” Grade) Lb. (Post- paid), 25c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense,
Lb., 20c; 25 Lbs., $3.25; 100 Lbs $11.50
A strong growing, hardy perennial grass, valuable both for grazing and hay. Also makes a fine lawn and does not require the close care that Blue Grass does as it will flourish better under trees or in shady locations.
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SUDAN GRASS
One of the Most Remarkable New Forage Crops Grown.
SUDAN GRASS (Montana Grown) Lb. (Postpaid), 65c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 60c; 10 Lbs., $5.00; 100 Lbs., write for price. It is thought to be the original form of the cultivated Sorghum. It was brought to the' United States by the U. S. Department of Agriculture in 1909. It is a tall annual grass, and ranges in height from 4 to 8 feet. The stems are small and somewhat more leafy than Johnson Grass, which it most nearly resembles. Like the Sorghum crop, it must be planted each spring and dies when the first frost comes. It usually matures 90 days from planting. Its feeding value marks it easily as one of the dependable crops for the farm.
HOW TO PLANT.
Sudan Grass may be planted in cultivated rows, in close drills or broadcast. Sow from one and one-half to three pounds of seed per acre, if for cultivated rows 5 lbs. to the acre if drilled, and if sown broadcast 16 to 24 lbs. to the acre. In arid regions this is the best planting process. It should not be planted until all danger of frost is past and the ground thoroughly warm, as the young plant is more tender than Sorghum.
HARVESTING.
The crop should be cut as soon as the grass is fully headed and early cutting is advised where the crop is to be used for hay. If grown for seed it should be cut when the seed is ripe and fully matured. It may be harvested
with a mower or grain binder. If planted in drills it can be readily harvested with a corn binder. When sown for seed it is best to bind it as it is much easier to handle it in threshing.
FETERITA
FETERITA — Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at
purchaser’s expense, Lb 10c
A wonderful new grain which has attracted considerable favorable attention in Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma. It belongs to the Sorghum family. It was introduced from Africa by the United States Department of Agricul- ture. The advantages of Feterita are its drought resist- ing qualities, its heavy yield, its earliness, its stooling propensities and its freedom from insect pests. It is of medium height and about equal to Kaffir Corn in feeding value. Feterita successfully withstood dry weather in Kansas and nearby states during 1913 and yielded more under these unfavorable conditions, 35 bushels per acre and more. Under proper conditions, it will yield 60 to 75 bushels to the acre. It branches very freely from the roots, making from three to eighteen heads from a single stool. It is from two to three weeks earlier than Kaffir Corn, and should successfully mature in the north. Cul- ture same as for Kaffir. The chinch bugs will consume other crops, but seem to leave Feterita entirely alone'.
MILLETS
MILLET, GERMAN — (Tennessee Grown Seed) Lb. (Post- paid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense,
Lb., 15c; 25 Lbs., $2.00; 100 Lbs $6.00
In the north Millet is. sown almost altogether for hay and for that purpose southern grown seed is much the best. It grows taller than does that from northern seed, and that means more hay. It is finer than that from the northern seed, and that means better hay. In fact, it is our judgment based on an experience of many years that a farmer had better, from the standpoint of profit alone, pay $2.00 a bushel for true southern grown Ger- man Millet than to sow the best northern Millet as a gift. Millet seed produced in the north, even from southern seed, becomes what we call Common Millet. Not only does the plant change in character, becoming coarser and much more dwarf, but the seed itself shows a change and is readily distinguished by those experienced in handling it.
MILLET, HUNGARIAN— (Dark Seed) Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c;
25 Lbs., $2.25; 100 Lbs :..$7.00
Many regard this as being better even than German Millet, as it is about one week earlier and requires less moisture. The hay is f.ne and of excellent feeding value. It is especially valuable on account of its requiring such a short season to make a fine crop. It can be sown as late as the 4th of July with good results in ordinary sea- sons. Hungarian Millet does not grow so coarse as some other varieties, but still yields quite heavily from two to four tons of hay to the acre being an ordinary crop. Hay is leafy, of very fine quality.
MILLET, SIBERIAN OR KURSK MILLET. Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb.,
15c; 25 Lbs., $2.00; 100 Lbs $6.00
This variety was first introduced into the United States from Kursk, Russia, in 1898. Extensive experiments were conducted at both the South Dakota trial stations which demonstrated the superiority of this new variety. As both a hay and seed producer it ranks very high. In dry seasons ihe weight and quality of the hay have been far ahead of German or Hungarian Millet. In favorable years the difference has not been so great, but the re- sults have always been in favor of Kursk Millet. We have a fine supply of excellent quality.
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MILLET, HOG OR BROOM CORN. Lb. (Postpaid), 80c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c ; 25
Lb., $2.00; 100 Lbs $6.00
This is grown for (he same purpose for which other Mil- lets are sown, but makes inferior hay unless cut very young. It yields enormously of seed, even 60 to 70 bushels to the acre, and this seed is very advantageously used for fattening swine and other stock, and is of spe- cial value for this purpose in sections where corn cannot be safely or cheaply grown. Seed also makes very fine feed for poultry or young chicks. It is very similar to the Early Fortune Millet except that the seed is yellow- ish white in color. It will mature in about two months from sowing the seed.
MILLET, JAPANESE — (Improperly called “Billion Dollar Grass”) Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c; 25 Lbs., $2.00; 100 Lbs., $7.00 Entirely distinct from all other Millets. It grows from 6 to 9 feet high, stands up remarkably and yields -enor- mous crops. When cured it makes good hay and in qual- ity is sunerior to corn fodder. It is relished by all kinds of stock.
SORGHUM OR SUGAR CANE
SORGHUM — (Minnesota) (Early Amber Cane), Lb., (Post- paid), 25c; by Express or Fre.ght at purchaser’s expense,
Lb, 20c; 10 Lbs, $1.50; 100 Lbs $11.25
This is the -earliest, richest and altogether the best sort for northern latitudes, and is the only variety which can be relied upon for sugar or syrup. It produces a rich, clear syrup for which Minnesota has become famous, the usual yield being from 150 to 260 gallons an acre. The yield of seed is also large, amounting to 20 to- 25 bushels an acre. As a fodder plant we believe this excels the Southern Cane, as it is sweeter, contains more nutriment and is more relished by stock.
ivatfir Corn.
CORN — (Kaffir Corn, White Seeded) Lb.
(Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at Purchaser’s Expense, Lb, 10c; 10 Lbs, 75c;
100 Lbs $4.50
An excellent fodder plant, yielding two crops of fodder during the season. It grows 4 to- 5 feet high, mak- ing a straight upright growth. The stem or stalk bears numerous wide leaves. The stalks are brittle and juicy, not hardening like other varieties of Sorghum. It makes excellent fodder, eith- er green or dry, which is highly relished by cattle and all kinds of stock. The seed crop is also heavy, some- times 50 to 60 bushels
to the acre. For grain, sow in rows 3 feet apart, 3 to 5 pounds to the acre. For fodder, sow % to 1 bushel, either broadcast or in drills.
POP CORN
(White Rice, Montana Grown.)
POP CORN — Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at
purchaser’s expense, Lb, 15c; 10 Lbs $1.00
W-e have a very choice lot of this Popcorn carefully chosen and tested for seed purposes.
Correspondence in English, German or Scandinavian.
Here is a -crop which is not only profitable, but will return to the land the much-needed nitrogen. Peas are second only to clover in their sod-enriching properties and can be grown under any conditions of soil or climate. There is always a ready market for peas, or they can be profitably ground and fed to stock. The vines make rich, nutritious hay. If fed to milch cows, when in a green state, pods, vines and all, the flow of milk will be almost doubled. Peas are a paying crop and can be profitably planted in many ways.
PEAS — (Canada) Write for sample and prices.
Canada Peas are one of the most useful and valuable legumes that can be grown by the northwestern farmer. Of a most hardy nature, they will thrive fairly well even on the poorest land, and aid most materially in bringing the land into a good condition for other crops, especially when the seed is inoculated with Farmogerm, which should be used with all leguminous crops to get the best nitrogen additons to the- soil. They grow from 3 to 4 feet high, and the crop can be used in any manner, as ensilage, or cured for hay of the highest quality, or as a hog pasture, or plowed under for a green manure. The ripe dry peas are much used for soups, and for that purpose when properly cleaned always bring a high price. In drills, sow from 60 to 75 lbs. to the acre. Broadcast, from 75 to- 100 lbs. to the acre. They will produce from 30 to 60 bushels per acre.
PEAS — (White Marrowfat) Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, 15c; 10 Lbs, $1.20 Write for prices in large quantities.
These large handsome Peas are equally as profitable to grow as a f.eld crop and on account of their size are salable at all times at the top of the market, as well as providing the- table with an extra good pea during sum- mer. Very heavy yielder, producing from 40 to 60 bush- els per acre; these peas being softer than the Canada Pea, are preferred by hogs or stock. Many growers are increasing their acreage of these peas, considering this variety the best and most profitable.
PEAS — (Alaska) By Express or Freight at purchaser’s ex- pense, Lb, 20c; 25 Lbs, $3.00; 100 Lbs $9.50
An -e-arly maturing Pea which is becoming quite popular because it stands up well in the field, and can be cut from either side, and is a heavy yielder.
PEAS— (Mixed) Per 100 Lbs, $3.50: iOOO Lbs. lots at $3.25 We have a good stock of these Peas which are a mixed lot (Canada, Marrowfat, and Grey), suitable for hoggmg off or pea hay for soiling. Will mail samples on request.
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LENTILS
LENTILS — (MontaEia Grown) Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Ex- press or Freight at purchaser’s expense, 25c; 10 Lbs,
- $2.00; 100 Lbs $18.00
Lentils are again coming to the- front in leguminous crops, and rightfully so. Inoculated with Farmogerm, they enrich the land with nitrogen, they produce a heavy crop on poor soils, the crop can be profitably used for any feed purposes either green or cured, and the ripened crop when thrashed is in great demand fo-r cook- ing purposes. Few of the legume family make as desir- able a stock for soups as do the- Lentils. Oriental coun- tries have long used this as a chief article of diet, and its value in this country for that purpose is becoming better known.
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PEAS
Inoculate this Seed with
FARMOGERM.
PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
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FARMOGERM. j VETCHES
VETCH — (Spring) Lb. (Post- paid), 25c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s ex- pense, 10 Lbs., $1.20; 100
Lbs $9.25
Used for the same purpose as the Sand or Winter Vetch. This variety requires a good soil, is frequently sown wTh oats or barley, with which it makes excellent feed. VETCHES — (Sand or Winter Vetch) (Vicia Viilosa) Lb. (Postpaid), 30c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s ex- pense, 10 Lbs., $2.20; 100
Lbs $20.00
Sometimes called Hairy
Vetch. -Tins is a very valu- able forage plant and is rap- idly becoming popular each year as* the farmers are1 learning more of its great value for forage and fertiliz- ing purposes. It succeeds well on nearly all soils and thrives surprisingly on poor light land, and well stands extreme of drouth, heat and cold. It improves the soil, being a great mtrogen gath- erer. It belongs to the pea family, but the vines: are much longer and the foliage is more abundant. May be sown with about half bushel of rye or oats for support. It grows rapidly and is particularly valuable in sections where clover does not thrive.
FLAX
FLAX — (Russian) Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s! expense, Lb., 15c; 10 Lbs., 90c;
100 Lbs $7.00
The standard sort used in the northwest. It requires special machinery to make seed of any grain and this Is especially true of Flax. Cleaning Flax so as to make it “right” for seed is a somewhat expensive operation and involves a very considerable waste. But write for sam- ple use the magnifying glass, and compare it with flax from the farm or elevator and judge for yourself if our seed is worth to you all it costs. Spray your flax with formaldehyde before seeding.
SALT BUSH
AUSTRALIAN SALT BUSH— Lb. (Postpaid) $1.00
Cattle, horses, sheep and swine eat it and thrive on it. It flourishes where grasses and other forage plants will not grow and furnishes enormous quantities of nutritive food for stock. It succeeds everywhere, and there seems to be no question but that it will in time eliminate alkali from the ground, rendering it suitable for other crops.
Directions for Planting. — Sow 2 to 3 lbs. of seed to an acre in the spring before a rain if possible, or irrigate well on well pulverized soil and cover it lightly (about one- eighth of an inch) with a light harrow or brush. The plants may also be grown in boxes or garden bed, covering the seed lightly, and planting the seedlings where desired, when from 2 to 3 inches high, 6 to 10 feet apart. If the weather is dry when transplanting, supply a little water to each plant.
SUNFLOWER
SUNWLOWER — (Mammoth Russian) Lb. (Postpaid), 25c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, 10
Lbs $L25
Single heads measure 15 to 22 inches in diameter, and contain an immense amount of seed, which is highly valued by farmers and poultry breeders who have tried it as an excellent and cheap food for fowls. It is the best egg producing food known for poultry. It can be raised cheaper than corn, and is destined to be an article of great value.
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RAPE
RAPE — (Dwarf Essex) Lb. (Postpaid), 25c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, 10 Lbs., $1.75; 50
Lbs $6.00
Use of Dwarf Essex Rape. — Dwarf Essex Rape thrives best on a good soil, rich in vegetable matter. Slough lands are excellent. This plant may be grown successfully in the following ways, viz: 1. In the early spring, to provide pasture. 2. In June or July, on well prepared land to pro- vide pasture. 3. Along with grain, using 2 lbs. of seed an acre, to provide pasture for sheep after harvest. 4. Along with peas, oats, clover seed, to provide pasture and to get a “catch” of clover. 5. As a cover in the orchard for winter protection to avoid root-killing. 6. In corn, sowing the seed with the last cultivation; the succulent feed pro- duced may save! the loss of cattle by corn stalk disease1. Prevention is better than medicine in regard to this fatal disease. 7. Along with rye, sown in August, in sheep pas- ture. 8. On early plowed fields to shade the land and so that the soil will not leach, wash or drift. 9. To plow under as a green crop, adding humus to the soil, an ele- ment need in gram growing sections. When rape is sown broadcast, 5 lbs. of seed an acre will suffice. When sown in rows, say thirty inches apart, and cultivated, from 1 to 2 lbs. an acre will be enough.
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BUCKWHEAT
SILVER HULL BUCKWHEAT— Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; 10
Lbs - 75c
This valuable variety originated abroad and is a decided improvement on the old black or gray sort. It is early, remains longer in bloom than other sorts. A fine vari- ety for honey bees. The grain is of a beautiful light, gray color, and has a thin husk. Millers prefer Silver Hull, there being less waste and it makes whiter, better and more nutritious flour than other varieties. Silver Hull is more productive and the grain meets with a more ready sale, bringing higher prices than the Japa- nese. Under favorable conditions it will yield 40 to 50 bushels an acre.
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BIRD SEED
BIRD SEED MIXED— (S. N. & S. Co.’s) Lb. (Postpaid), 25c:
by Express or Freight, 10 Lbs ....$1.25
Has become famous for its superior quality. We use nothing but the freshest high-grade seed, free from mustiness and dust. These seeds are particularly rel- ished by canary birds, etc. Put up in 1 pound litho-
graphed cartons.
BIRD— (Hemp) Best grade Lb. (Postpaid) -17%c
BIRD— (Canary) Best Sicily Lb. (Postpaid) 17y2c
BIRD — (Rape) For birds Lb. (Postpaid) 20c
BIRD— (Millet, Fancy) Lb. (Postpaid) 12y2c
BIRD— (Gravel) Lb. (Postpaid) 12%c
WINTER VETCH
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124 FIELD SEEDS — ( Continued .)
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SEED GRAINS
WHEAT
SPRING WHEAT — (Durum or Kubanka Macaroni) Lb.
(Postpaid), 15c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 10c; Bu., $2.85; 100 Lbs., $4.75. Write for price on large quantities. In the field this Wheat grows very strong and with surprising rapidity, so rapidly as to get well ahead of the weeds. It does not shell or bleach and is also hail proof owing to the tightness of the hull. The straw is very strong.
SPRING — (Marquis Wheat) Lb. (Postpaid), 15c; on larger quantity write for price.
The wheat you will eventually buy. Unquestionably the best wheat for the northwest. Matures a week to ten days earlier than Red Fife'; yields 15 to 20 bushels to an acre more than Red Fife, and for milling purposes grades No. 1 hard. Kernel is hard and flinty, a little darker than Red Fife and more plump than that variety. It is beardless, having smooth yellow chaff, Marquis Wheat is the earliest, hardiest and heaviest yielding Spring Wheat adapted for northwestern conditions.
WHEAT— (Soft Spring Club) Lb. (Postpaid), 15c; by Ex- press or Freight, at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 10c; 25
Lbs., $1.25; 100 Lbs $3.50
An old favorite, grown especially for consumption at home for feeding purposes.
WHEAT — (Soft Spring Stanley) — Write for prices.
A new variety of soft wheat which has been bred up for its heavy yielding qualities. The grower of our stock secured 60 bushels per acre on a good sized field last year.
WINTER WHEAT — (Kharkov or Improved Turkey Red)
For delivery in July, write' for Sample and Price.
The kernel is a little larger and berry a little lighter in color than the Turkey Red, of which this is an improve- ment. By various growers’ reports the Kharkov is a better yielder by from 4 to 6 bushels per acre.
SPELTZ
SPELTZ OR EMMER— Lb. (Post- paid), 15c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 10c; 25 Lbs., $1.20; 100
Lbs $3.00
Facts About Speltz — It resists drouth; thrives on poor lands, in stony ground, forest regions, on the prairies; makes a crop with almost any condition of soil and climate; endures a great deal of frost; is not readily damaged by harvest rains; is not susceptible to rust or smut; yields more' than oats, wheat or barley; better feed than barley; the straw is used for fattening stock; stock eat both grain and straw. Ripens early.
View of Speltz Grown for Seed on Our Farm Which Yielded Over 50 Bu. Per Acre.
Barley (White Hulless.)
BARLEY
BARLEY— (White Hulless) Lb. (Postpaid), 15c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense. Lb., 10c; 25 Lbs.,
$1.50; 100 lbs .....$3.50
No Barley of which we have knowledge has proved so valuable t.o the stock raiser as the White Hulless. II is not a malting variety, but for feeding purposes there is no Barley raised its equal in earliness, yield and quality. Its Valuable Properties. — It is hulless, beardless, and early; it weighs over 60 pounds to the measured bushel; yields well on poor land; yields enormously on good land; makes better pork than corn; it is of inestimable value to- every one who feeds stock. It is often grown for hay, com- ing very early and providing rich food. It should be cut just before it becomes ripe and while the straw is green. In this condition it is relished by all kinds of stock. The straw is stiff and straight, and seldom if ever does it lodge. Use 50 lbs. seed to acre on dry land for grain crop. BARLEY — (Two-Row) Lb. (Postpaid), 15c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 10c; 25 Lbs., $1.20;
100 Lbs $3.50
A bearded hulled variety which has shown in Montana experiment stations very heavy yields. Straw rather short, especially in dry seasons.
When grown without irrigation sow as early as the weather will permit.
BARLEY — (Guy Mayle) (Black Hulless) Write for prices. Sim- ilar to White Hulless so widely grown for both hay and grain, and is preferred by those who grow it on account of its heav- ier yields.
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FIELD SEEDS— (Continued.) 1 25
WINTER WHEAT— (Turkey Red) For delivery in July, write for Sample and Price.
We offer a True Strain of the Old Reliable Turkey Red. The Farmers’ and Millers’ Friend, the yields of which have been phenomenal the past season.
WINTER WHEAT— (Winter Club) For delivery in July, write for Sample and Price.
This Wheat is grown very successfully in many parts of the state, its yields are usually better than Turkey Red, the grain being a semi-hard, it is used in preference to Hard Wheat for feeding purposes.
RYE
SPRING RYE— Lb. (Postpaid), 15c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 10c; 25 Lbs., $1.20; 100
Lbs $3.25 .
True Stock. Spring Rye makes an excellent crop where winter grain has been killed out, or for sowing where a fall crop has *not been planted. For the dry farmer need- ing a sure crop of hay, Rye can be depended on to produce a good ton- nage of excellent hay. Does not grow quite so large straw as Winter Rye, but usually yields well and grain is of fine qualitv. We call particular attention to the fact that we offer genuine Spring Rye.
FALL RYE — Lb. (Postpaid), 15c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 10c; 25 Lbs., $1.20; 100
Lbs $3.25
Winter Rye is much hardier than wheat and can be grown on a greater variety of soils. It will thr.ve in dry seasons and on light sandy loam. It is grown for grain, fodder, soiling purposes and green manure. Sow Aug. 20th to Sept. 15th — 1% bu. per acre if for grain, and l1/* to 2 bu. per acre for Fall pasture. If drilled 2 to 2% in. deep there will be less danger of Winter killing.
OATS
OATS — (Swedish Select) Lb. (Postpaid). 15c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 10c; 25 Lbs.,
$1.00; 100 Lbs $3.00
These originated in Sweden and they seem to be adapted to the growing conditions of the Great Northwest better than any other of the improved foreign Oats. They re- tain splendidly the vigor, hardiness and productivity that were bred into the original parents.
These Oats ripen fairly early, the straw is of medium height, strong and stiff. The gr§iin is white, thin hulled, and plump. Weight per measured bushel. 46 lbs. The spikelets are small and usually two-grained. The shoots are abundant and the development in the field is strik- ingly regular and ample. This is indeed a rare oppor- tunity to purchase well bred Seed Oats at a price very little above what you would pay for the most “ordinary” stock.
OATS — (National) Lb. (Postpaid), 15c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense; 25 Lbs., $1.00;
100 Lbs $3.00
National Oats are claimed to be the heaviest yielders of the family. Yields have been reported from 60 to 150 bu. per acre. It stands drouth well, has a very strong stiff straw, with large long heads and kernels are large, full and white in color.
OATS — (Scottish Chief) — Write for price.
This was introduced from Scotland a few years ago, with large bushy heads on an unusually stiff straw. The grains are large and plump, wonderfully bright and at- tractive. A splendid sort, and very productive.
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FIELD CORN
CORN — (Northwestern Dent) Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Ex- press or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c; 10
Lbs., $1.20; per Bu. of 56 Lbs - $5.00
This is recognized as one of the earliest Dent Corns known. Seed of this variety is very scarce this season.
CORN— (White Dent High Power) Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c; 10
Lbs., $1.20; Bu. of 56 Lbs $5.00
This corn was raised on dry land at an altitude of 2,700 feet, its yield was 65% Bu. per acre and fully matured and hardened in 100 days. The stalks grow to about an average of 6 feet with from 1 to 3 large ears with a small cob, average height 3 feet from the ground. The grower states that you can safely multiply your acres by 60 and the answer will be the number of bushels to be cribbed in the fall. Space alone prevents us from saying more good things about this Corn.
CORN— MINNESOTA No. 13— Extra Early Yellow Dent) Lb.
(Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c; 10 Lbs., $1.20; per bu. of 56 Lbs., $4.50 The commanding points of excellence wh.ch place Minne- sota No. 13 Corn at the head of all Yellow Dent varieties for northern planting are: Its earl. ness, its productive- ness, its adaptability to a great variety of soils and climates. The ears average eight inches in length and are borne usually two on a. stalk. No corn excels in quality the Minnesota No. 13; the cobs are well filled and Ihe individual kernels plump and of good color. Minne- sota No. 13 thoroughly matures in 90 days when planted on favorable soil and in good location, but 95 to 100 days places it out of danger under average conditions.
CORN— (Rustler White Dent) Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Ex- press or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c; 10
Lbs., $1.20; per Bu. of 56 Lbs $4.75
This Early White Dent (14 to 18 rows) was obtained from a few kernels in the autumn of 1885 by a Dakota farmer who stated that he had matured it in that state for seven successive years; that it was the only corn in his section that could show such a record. Admirably adapted to a northern climate. Average height of stalk, 8 feet; average distance base of ear from ground, 3 feet, 6 inches.
CORN— (Minnesota No. 23, or White Cap Yellow Dent)
Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c; 10 Lbs., $1.20; per Bu. of 56 Lbs., $5.00
Spring Rye Field Which Averaged 27 Bushels Per Acre.
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White Dent High Power.
CORN — (North Dakota White Flint, Montana Grown) Lb.
(Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c; 10 Lbs., $1.00; per Bu. of 56 Lbs., $4.75 A Pure Pearly White Flint Corn, recommended very strongly for Montana farmers by Mr. M. L. Wilson of the Montana Agricultural College. This Corn is the re- sult of careful selection from the Old Squaw Corn for many years. Average height of stalk 5 feet, average dis- tance1 of ears from the ground 1% feet, average length of ear 8 inches.
CORN — (Smut Nose Flint) Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c; 10 Lbs., $1.20;
per Bu. of 56 Lbs $5.00
(8 rowed.) A yellow flint corn blazed with red at end of ear. Ears are large and round. This is a very early variety, and a great favor. te in many localities. Our stock is very fine. Average length of ear 10 inches; average height, of stalk 7 feet 6 inches; average distance base of ear from ground, 2 feet 11 inches.
CORN — (Yellow Squaw) Lb. (Postpaid), 20c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 15c; 10 Lbs., $1.20;
per Bu. of 56 Lbs. $4.75
Extramely early and of very dwarf habit. Average length of ears 7% inches.
FODDER CORN.
Good Fodder Corn is rapidly becoming appreciated in the northwest, and the careful selection and attention of corn experts during the last, decade have produced a type
of low growing short-jointed corn bearing heavy foliage and also producing ears at an early stage, increasing the value enormously for green feed and ensilage purposes. YELLOW FODDER CORN — Lb. (Postpaid), 15c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 10c; 10 Lbs., 70c;
Bu. of 56 Lbs $2.25
WHITE COB FODDER CORN— Lb. (Postpaid), 15c; by Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, Lb., 10c; 10 Lbs., 70c; Bu. of 56 Lbs $2.25
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Our
Brands
They stand for the highest development to be obtained in Purity , Vitality, Hardiness and Germination.
‘ PEERLESS”— The highest Grade obtainable.
“PLACER” — Second only to our Peerless. .
“QUARTZ” — An excellent grade, but containing discolored seeds which do not meas- ure up to the high stand- ard we require for “Peer- less” and “Placer” yet of high Vitality, Purity and Germination.
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Helena, Montana.
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SEED POTATOES
Indications are that good seed stock will be scarce this season. We advise our customers to order early. Write for prices on large quantities
stating amount desired.
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Early Ohio
HAMMOND— 25 Lbs., $1.25; 50 Lbs., $2.00; 100 Lbs,, $4.00, at. pur- chaser’s expense by freight or express.
Also known as Rough Rider and Burbank Russett.
This is without question the best Potato for Montana grow- ers, especially on irrigated lands. Prof. Whipple of the Mon- tana Agricultural Experiment Station at. Bozeman reports that even with one irrigation in the season that a yield of from 12,500 to 15,000 lbs. per acre was produced. It is a very smooth shallow eyed Potato, very uniform in size, an ideal baking tuber, does not cook away when boiled without the jacket, is almost entirely scab proof, a splendid winter keeper, and shows very little inclination to sprout until planted in the soil. Its peculiar russet coat render it easy to keep a pure stock of seed, and is of wonderful value as a protection from bruises in shipping, and thus lessening if not preventing the danger of rot when grown for the shipping trade.
ROMAN BEAUTY— 25 Lbs., $1.50; 50 Lbs., $2.75; 100 Lbs., $5.00, by express or freight at purchaser’s expense.
We have given this potato a thorough test on our trial grounds for the past three years, and it has proven itself well worthy as a market variety for Montana. It is very smooth Potato with eyes so shallow that it appears to be without them. Is a splendid baker, and is one of the best all round potatoes we have found for this section. Our supply of this fine variety is very limited, and intendma1 purchasers will find it to their advantage to order early, before the stock is exhausted.
EARLY SIX WEEKS— 25 Lbs., $1.25; 50 Lbs., $2.25; 100 Lbs., $4.00; by express or freight at purchaser’s expense.
This is a well known early variety, a good keeper, and is grown most extensively for the market in all sections of the country.
EARLY OHIO— 25 Lbs.. $1.25; 50 Lbs., $2.25; 100 Lbs., $4.00, by freight or express at purchaser’s expense.
This is another well known early variety, and is one that we can strongly recommend for either irrigated or non-irrigated lands. We have successfully grown this sort on our own “dry farm” without irrigation.
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128 LAWN AND GARDEN REQUISITES.
State Nursery and Seed Co.
The Standard Inoculation
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FARmogerM
High-Bred Nitrogen Gathering Bacteria.
WHAT FARMOGERM IS:
Farmogerm is a pure culturei, or growth of nitrogen-fixing bacteria that have been selected and bred up to transform large amounts of nitrogen from the air into soluble nitrates. These bacteria are grown in a jelly, or food, in which they remain active for long periods of time, and sent out in a bottle which admits the necessary supply of pure air, yet keeps out destructive con- taminations. If alfalfa can be grown on hot, sandy land of South New Jersey, why can't you grow it?
WHAT FARMOGERM WILL DO:
Uni ss the soil is very acid or wet. Farmogerm will: —
1. Increase the yield and quality of legume crops, giving quicker growth and earlier maturity. 2. Increase the food value of legumes. 3. Make legumes grow in new localities where they cannot otherwise be grown successfully. 4. Supply nitrates to other crops growing with the inoculated legume crops. 5. En- rich the soil for future crops, thereby increasing the permanent value of the farm. Better crops — better soil — less fertilizer — less labor.
Increased Crops are a well established certainty in all in- stance0 TT,v,ere inoculations are used together with proper culture methods. Not only is the crop increased in weight, but in its richness. The United States Department of Agriculture Bulletin No. 71. substantiates these statements. Why not increase your farm yields without extra labor and at practically no extra cost?
Fertilizer Values of well-inoculated legumes have long been determined. It is shown in Bulletin No. 71, issue! by the United States Department of Agriculture, that tests covering a large part of the country prove that legumes will deposit 1,000 lbs. of nitrates per acre. This means that your most expensive com- mercial fertilizer is absolutely unnecessary when you plant legumes, perfectly inoculated, sown and planted in properly prepared land.
Feas, Bsans, Sweet Peas.
Yield earlier, longer and better when treated with Farmogerm. Farmogerm is endorsed by Farmers, Federal and State Agricultural De- partments and private estates. It is delivered to you in bottles, ready, for use. You can in- oculate the seed for t n acres in ten minutes.
Cost cf Farmogerm.
Extra Farm Size..
Farm Size
Small Farm Size.. Trial Farm Size..
Garden Size
Half Garden Size..
.100 Acres
. 50 Acres
Acres .$5.00
1 Acre !4 Acre
1.50
.50
.25
FERTIL1ZI
All Crop Farmogerm will aid in increasing the yield of any crop, and enriching the soil. This is furnished in a dry powder
form, and contains over 37 strains of Bacteria, and will inoculate
any legume crop. In addition to furnishing satisfactory inocula- tion for legume crops, ALLCROP FARMOGERM also contains bacteria which fix nitrogen in the soil independently, therefore it is GOOD FOR ANY CROP.
One Acre Size Can (Postpaid) $1.00
Five Acre Size Can (Postpaid) $4.00
The addition of nitrogen to the soil by inoculation of legume seed, is estimated in Germany, where the system has been prac ticed for years, to be 200 Lbs. per acre. The estimate of the U. S. Department of Agriculture compiled from 16 states in the same treatment is 122 Lbs. of nitrogen per acre, equivalent to fertiliza- tion with 800 to 1000 Lbs. of Nitrate of Soda per acre.
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“PEERLESS” “PLACER” “QUARTZ”
ON ALL FARM SEEDS
They Stand for THE BEST of their grades
Barker Weeder and Mulcher.
This is a practical as well as up-to-date, hand cultivator, doing better work than many others; it has small pointed shoes or hoes. The Bark- er is made on the prin- ciple of a lawn mower, the long revolving blades working up the surface of the ground thoroughl” cutting the weeds and separating them from the soil, so that they are easily jjdestroyed. More effec- tive, as no weeds can be
'■** ■ 1 ' missed and a fine mulch
is left over the surface
of the ground, which prevents the evaporation of the moisture.
The Barker is made in three sizes, viz: 6-inch cut 81/. inch cut, and 11-inch cut. Each machine is fitted up with leaf guards and tooth attachment. The 8%-inch cut is the standard size for onion sets and ordinary market garden crops. The 6— inch is for lettuce and crops that are planted in close rows. The 11-inch for crops that are planted from 14 to 18 inches apart in rows.
No. 6 D. Complete with all attachments, 6 inch — $4.50
No. 8V2 D. Complete with all attachments, 8Va inch 5.00
No. 11 D. Complete with all attachments, 11 inch 7.00
Cyclone Seeder, Corn and Potato Planters.
CYCLONE SEEDER — Fifty acres in a ten-hour day — seeded evenly, thoroughly and easily. That’s what you can do with a Cyclone Seeder. Use it with any seeds that can be sown broadcast or with ground bone, ashes or fer- tilizers— a Cyclone will pay for itself in three hours’ work. Be- cause its absolutely even distri- bution will make three bushels do the work of four. Each, $1.50:
(Postpaid! $1.60
POTATO PLANTER — A light tubu- lar planter. Its spring-closed jaws are especially designed to enter the soil easily, yet open wide enough to drop the largest seed. The dropping lever is adjustable for any depth of planting. The conveyor tube is
galvanized iron. Price, each, $1.40; postpaid $1.65
ACME CORN PLANTER — Works in any soil; has a flexible and adjustable iron drop, and does not wear the brush. It has an iron seed box and iron channel. It is well made, strong, dur- able, reliable and gives universal satisfaction. Each, $1.30;
postpaid $1.50
SEGMENT CORN PLANTER — (See illustration.) An all metal planter which is operated by a spring with the foot, strong, reliable tool. Each $1.70; postpaid $1.90
The SOWER THAT SCATTERS EVENLt
Potato Planter
Segment Corn Planter
Helena, Montana.
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INSECTICIDES, ETC.
Water Proofed Paris Green — In Powdered Form — This is an age of new things, and we think the perfecting of the process of waterproofing Paris Green one of great importance. The Inter- national Color and Chemical Co., Manufacturers of the above, use the slogan “We Fool the Bain.” The fact that the material will not wash off reduces the cost of Spraying by reiucing the number of sprayings.
They Are Absolutely Safe — There being the minimum of solu- ble arsenic present in the I-C Sprays the danger of burning the foliage is entirely removed.
Covering Power and Economy — In powder form the I-C Sprays are very light and fluffy in nature. They thoroughly cover a large area with a permanent Water Proofed coating, thus resulting in maximum protection at minimum cost. In the pow- der form they are water-repellant — they do not mix with water and are to be used Por Dusting Only.
Powdered Paris Green (Stearated) I-C Paris Green in powder form will not mix with water and is to be used for Dusting Only.
1 lb. to 2 lbs. are required to the acre, depending on the height of the plant. Remembtr! I-C Paris Green is Water Proofed.
Price on Dry Powder “Waterproofed” (Postpaid) Per Lb
Write for Price.
PABIS GBEEN — (Old Style) — Most effective Potato Bug killer known; sure death to all insects which eat foliage. Put up in sealed packages. Use 1 oz. to 3 gallons of water or 1 lb. to 50 for Potato Bugs, or 1 oz. to 6 gallons of water, or 1 lb. to 100 for spraying trees. (Postpaid), % Lb. cans, 15c; % Lb. cans, 25c; Lb. can, 40c. Write for prices in larger quantities. AB5ENATE OP LEAD — (Paste) — This is a stomach poison which is rapidly taking the place of Paris Green. Its great advantages are that it adheres well to the foliage and hence the spraying does not have to be repeated, as it does not readily wash off with the rain. (Postpaid), 1 Lb., 30c; 5 Lbs., $1.20;
12% Lbs $2.50
ABSENATE OP LEAD (Dry Powdered) This material contains from 31 to 33 per cent arsenic — the killing agent. Being light and fluffy it stays in suspension and covers the foliage evenly. Its adhesiveness is unsurpassed. Growers appreciate its con- venience, safety and economy.
(Postpaid) % Lb., 30c; Lb., 50c
KILLIBUG — Kenyon’s Killibug Potato Bug Poison is guaranteed to be absolutely reliable in the extermination of Potato Bugs and to adhere to the plant in all kinds of weather. We rec- ommend that this powder be used ori the first appearance of the hard-shell bugs, this will insure a clean patch earlier in the season and eliminate the young bugs. Killibug is usel as successfully on beets as it is on potatoes or any other insects that feed on vines or plants. The manufacturers absolutely guarantee their product in every sense of the word, and will gladly refund the purchase price in every case where the customer is dissatisfied with the results. The Potato Vine should be sprinkled with the dry powder early in the morning, when the dew is still on the Plants, or late in the evening, which gives the powder time to dampen be- fore being dried by the sun. We recommend the late even- ing sprinkling. (Postpaid), 1 Lb. can, perforated top 25c
TUBEB TONIC — This material is a three-in-one spray for pota- toes, designed to kill leaf-eating insects, prevent and eradi- cate. blight and act as an indirect tonic to the plant. Tuber- Tonic will prove most economical to the farmer who has in the past sprayed with Bordeaux Mixture to which has been added either Arsenate of Lead or Paris Green. Growers will find Tuber-Tonic safe to use on the most delicate foliage. Fewer sprayings are necessary because of its great adhesive- ness Lb. glass jars 30c
“BLACK LEAP 4D” NICOTINE SULPHATE — This is splendid for use as a contact spray to kill green and wooly Aphis; Plant Lice, Ked Spiders, Cabbage Aphis and Onion Thrips. It is especially effective for the green Aphis on Sweet Peas, Roses and Apple Trees, as it kills the insects as soon as it touches them; but if used according to directions does not injure the leaves, flowers or fruit. Spray Apple Trees when the tips of the buds are green, % pt. to 100 gal. of water. For Sweet Peas and Roses, use 40 drops of the solution to 1 qt. of water as soon as the pests appear.
“Black Leaf 40” is a concentrated solution of Nicotine Sul- phate and contains 40% of Nicotine by weight. The difference between “free” nicotine and nicotine sulphate is that nicotine in the “free” state evaporates much more easily. Hence, the sul- phate is to be preferred for purposes requiring more "lasting” properties such as for spraying outdoor plants and trees, but not for fumigating. Price 1 Oz. Bottle, 25c; makes 3 to 6 gal. of spray. It is also put up in the following sizes:
% Lb. will make 50 gal 75c
2 Lbs. will make 200 gal $2.50
10 Lbs. will make 1,000 gal $10.75
SHEEP AND CATTLEMEN — NOTICE — Write us for special pamphlet on Black Leaf 40. Helpful suggestions for curing Scabies, Killing Lice and Sheep Ticks.
NICOTICIBE — This is undoubtedly the best destroyer of Green Aphis, Red Spider, Mealy Bug or any insect that is destructive to plant life. Can be used as a fumigator or as a spray. Put up in liquid form. Full directions are given with each can.
1 oz. Bottles, 35c; % Pt., 70c; % Pt., $1.25; Pt., $2.50; Qt., $4.50; Gallon , $15.00
LAMP AND PUMIGATOB for using Nicoticide in fumigating, complete (Postpaid) 65c
“NICO-PUME” LIQUID — A highly refined solution of “free” nicotine guaranteed to contain 40 per cent of nicotine. For Spraying: Against Green Aphis, Thrips, etc., one to two tea-
spoonsfuls of “Nico-Fume” Liquid to each gallon of water is usually found very effective. For Fumigating: One ounce
(two tablespoonfuls) of “Nico-Fume” Liquid to each 4,000 cubic feet of space furnishes a strong fumigation.
1 Lb. can, $2.00; 4 Lb. can, $7.00; 10 Lb. can $10.50
TBEE TANGLEFOOT — The best remedy against Caterpillars and all tree crawling insects. Will remain sticky for three months (Postpaid) 1 Lb., 35c; 3 Lbs $1.00
TOBACCO DUST — For dusting plants affected with Aphis; also used on squash, vines and melons, and now largely used for fumigating. (Postpaid), 1 Lb., 20c; 5 Lbs 75c
PISH OIL SOAP — For Aphis and all insects which suck. This soap dissolved 3 oz. to gallon and sprayed on warm is very effective. (Postpaid), % Lb., 20c; 1 Lb 30c
SLUG SHOT (Hammonds) An old reliable remedy for destroy- ing Potato Bugs, Cabbage and Canker Worms etc. Put up in powder form with full directions. (Postpaid)’, 1 Lb. perfor- ated can, 25c; 5 Lb. Pkg 60c
CUTWOBM POOD — There is no more exasperating insect pest with which the gardener contends, than the cut worm. The most careful preparation of the land, plants, are thereby all wasted. And all the work, expense and anticipation of finan- cial returns are wiped out in a night. And all this is so easily avoided. Just drop a teaspoonful of Cutworm Food around each plant the day it is set out, or on each hill as the seed- lings break through, and instead of eating the plants, the. worm eats a little of the Food and his work is forever done. He is dead, and no more capable of damaging crops or producing posterity to cause annoyance and loss in years to come. (Post- paid), 1 Lb., 30c; 5 Lbs $1.15
TALBOT’S ANT EXTEBMINATOB — A vegetable— mineral com- pound, coming in contact with the ant’s body forming a chemi- cal combination, destroys the respiratory cells. Suffocation and death results. Read instructions on can, and also observe the following: Do not use this powder on wet ground. To kill
ants in hill, place powder in circle about 8 inches away from hole. Never put powder in the hole. Use sufficient powder that ant cannot get to hole without coming in contact with powder. Renew powder every two or three days, if necessary, until all ants are dead. Non-poisonous. Note: Keep powder
dry and use in dry places for best results. (Postpaid), $4 Lb. Perforated Can, 30c; % Lb. Perforated Can 55c
CABCO — VEGETABLE SPBAY. A wonderfully effective spray for destroying grubs, maggots and worms which infect TUR- NIPS, RADISHES, BEETS, CAULIFLOWERS, CABBAGE, ONIONS, etc., and highly recommended for use in combating CROWN BORERS in strawberries. The root maggot, as well as the strawberry crown borer, is hatched from an egg deposited on the plants by the maggot fly. This fly dislikes the odor of the spray, and will not deposit the eggs where the odor is present. Half pint, 20c; Pint, 30c; Quart, 50c; Half Gallon, 90c; Gallon $1.75
GBAPE DUST — (Hammonds) For use on Vegetables, Roses and Grapes. On Lettuce and Cauliflower in the forcing house, against mildew of the grape, onion, inert rust mite on the orange. Rust or mildew on parsley, muskmelons or other plants. “Grape Dust” is a practical and usually effectual
remedy. It has been used 25 years. 5 Lb. Pkg. (Postpaid) 75c
CHLOBOLEUM — For -destroying Chicken Lice, Bed Bugs, Ants and other insects. To destroy Ants use one quart Chloroleum
to 30 parts water and pour in their nest after sundown. Per Quart can, with directions 75c
LIME SULPHUB SOLUTION — An Insecticide recommended for the eradication of scale. Spray early in spring before the foliage opens. I Qt. Can, 30c; % Gal., 50c; 1 Gal. 75c
LIQUIDS CAN NOT BE SENT BY PARCEL POST.
130 LAWN AND GARDEN REQUISITES — (Continued.)
State Nursery and Seed Co.
HAMMOND’S WEED KILLER- — The method of killing weeds thoroughly by application of this liquid has become general. It is a great labor-saver. It .s to be used only on paths, drives, gutters and places wh^re no growth is wanted. Best time to apply is af.er rain, while the ground is moist, and will absorb the liquid to the roots of grass and weeds. One gallon will make 20 gallons of treating liquid, sufficient to cover 100 square yards of surface. Price, 1 Gallon, $1.75; 1 Qt - - 60c
TREE SAW
ric Hose is acknowledged today to be the best Hose be procured at any price. It is made from the highest iterials obtainable, is practically un-kinkable, and will ger life and better satisfaction with proper care than any make. Look for the sharp corrugations, the foot measure- ments in numerals at every foot length, and the brand shown in the above cut.
ELECTRIC HOSE — %-ioch DOUBLE FABRIC, per foot 17c
ELECTEIC KOBE — %— inch DOUBLE FABRIC, per foot 20c
Supplied either in 50— foot lengths or can be cut to any de- sired length.
ATKINS TSEE SAW — Specially made for tree pruning, with
blades 16 inches in length. Each (Postpaid), $2.40
Extra blades 20c each.
HOSE
We Will Furn'sli a Universal Hose Sprinkler F3EE With 53-ft of Hose If You Mention This When Writing
FUNGO-BORDO
BB7 FOWDE3E3.
This is a perfect Dry Bordeaux Mixture Concentrate, in a dry powder form. This is a most convenient manner in which to make and use a reliable Bordeaux Mixture, and far more satis- factory than the usual method of home manufacture, and from its exact chemical make-up is always of uniform strength. Full di- rections accompany each package. Lb. package (postpaid), 3 0c
Bellows for applying insecticides in dry powder form to plants, etc., small size for home use, each, 25c (Postpaid).
LAWN AND GARDEN REQUISITES
LAWN MOWERS
ZENITH BADE BEARING.
A first class Mower in every respect; will cut tall heavy grass as well as light growth with the least labor on the part of the operator. Its special features are; Double ratchet, and simple and positive adjustment of the cones; smooth cutting, easy and quiet running; lasts long and repairs seldom needed. Width of cut, 14 and 16 inches. By Express or Freight at purchaser's expense, each, 14 in., $10.75; 16 in . $11.00
HARTFORD BALL BEARING.
Adjustable throughout, beautifully finished in silver' and gold bronze, bicycle ball bearing device makes it an exceedingly easy and quiet running machine; corns and cups made of solid cone steel, no pressed cups used; bearings of best quality tool steel; cups and cones are dust proof and made With a degree of perfec- tion equal to the best bicycle tearings. Width in cut, 14 and 16 inches. By Express or Freight at purchaser’s expense, each, 14 in., $9.25; 16 in , $9.50
GRASS CATCHERS
BLACKSNAKE KOSE — This is another first-class Hose, made by the same manufacturers as the ELECTRIC, and second only to that brand. A most seiviceable lawn hose.
BLACK SNAKE RUBBER KOSE — %-inch, per foot 12c
BL&CKSNAKE RUBBER HOSE — %-inch, per foot 15c
QUINTUPLE — 5-PLY RUBBER HOSE — A good all round serv- iceable hose, hand made in 50 foot lengths.
QUINTUPLE — 1/o-inch 50-foot length ..$5.00
QUINTUPLE — %— inch 50-foot length $6.00
COTTON KOSE WITH RUBBER TUBE — A well constructed, very light to handle hose, guaranteed to be of first-class
% -inch per 25-foot length, $3.00; per 50-foot length $5.50
%— inch per 50— foot length $6.00
LAWN SPRINKLERS
THE UNIVER3 .IX, — A
wonderful sprayer. A quarter of a turn in any direction gives every variety of spray from a near shut -off to a straight stream. Its spraying qualities may be quickly tested (Postpaid) Price 50c
THE SQUARE FOUNTAIN SPRINKLER — The lower holes throw a wide spreading square. From the crown is emittel a vol- cano of smoky mist that is unsurpassed for beauty. It gives
an even distribution that is seldom equaled. It will sprinkle along the side of your house, or along a walk and reach the edges without throw- ing water over the passerby. It will cut to a line in such manner that is not necessary to sprinkle half the grass twice to get over it, thus covering the ground with the least water. (Postpaid) Price 75c
by attaching it to any interior faucet.
EASY EMPTY.
Easily attached or detached; easily adjusted to fit any size or make of mower; can be raised or lowered; set forward or backward; made narrower or wider; and once fitted, needs no further attention. Full directions with each Catcher.
Galvanized Steel Bottom, 18x20 in; for 12 to 18 in. Mowers; ca- pacity % bushel $1.25
Canvass Bottom, 18x20 in.; for 12 to 18 in. Mower; capacity % bushel - — $1.00
SHEARS
GRASS SHEARS — (Superior) A good article at a low price, per
pair (Postpaid) , 35c
GRASS SHEARS — (Hartford) Tool steel, the best that money
can buy; per pair (Postpaid). 75c
HEDGE SHEARS — (English) Long handle, 8 in. blade, per pair,
$1.75; 9 in. blade, per pair (Postpaid) , $2.25
Useful for trimming shrubs, small bushes and trees; also preferred by many for edging lawns and beds.
LOPPING SHEARS — (Postpaid), per pair $1.25
Long handles, used for cutting back small trees, shrubs or bushes.
“TWIN” SPRINKLER — See cut. Made of zinc metal and can- not rust. Will cover the lawn evenly for 16 feet radius.
Very popular. (Post- paid), each 30c
THE MEG — The best noz- zle for hand use; will throw a straight stream or spray. (Postpaid) 40p
PAN SPRINKLER — Made of zinc metal and shaped so that it will water a bed on one side only; very convenient to use from a cement walk.
(Postpaid), each 25c
“CENTRAL NOZZLE” — A marvel in simplicity, effi- ciency and low cost. To hold in the hand or stick in the ground. A nozzle that throws all kinds of streams and sprays and will ktay where it is placed. (Post- paid), each 25c
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LA WN AND GARDEN REQUISITES— (Continued.) 1 3 1
“3ANDY” FOUNTAIN SPRINKLER — Not very big; costs very little; but it sprinkles as much ground as the big ones. It throws all the water away from the hose end, giving a beau- tiful fountain spray. No tipping over trouble, just walk up to it and adjust it after the water is turned on. It is handy. When held in the hand it is splendid for sprink- ling flowers. The weight of the metal and the shape make it proof against knocks. Made heavy No. 22 gauge brass, 4% inches long by 2% inches high. (Post- paid), each 35c
serviceable low priced sprinkler, throwing the well known rose spray. Works well on either high or low pressure. (Postpaid) 25c "BUO” NOSZLE SPRINK- LER— A strong nozzle sprinkler, with the ability of throwing spray from two nozzles. (Postpai1).
each >.. ...25c
“W IL~U3” NO. 1 — The or- iginal Wilgus sprinkler, one of the leaders of the type, and one of the best. Works well on all press- ures. (Postpaid), each 40c. For % inch hose. “WILGUS” NO. 2— The im- proved Wilgus, with two openings to the water chamber, and throwing a center stream, giving 1To- fountain effect at same
time as spray. For % inch hose. (Postpaid), each 50c
“WILGUS” NO. 21 — This sprinkler is designed for those who de- sire a fine rain-like spray, and is one that will not turn over when under pressure. For % inch hose. (Postpaid), each 80c
“EVANSTON” SPRINKLER
— This is another stand sprinkler, for % inch hose. Will not turn over under pressure. A splendid lawn type. (Postpaid) each 50c
Wilgus No. 21:
HOSE MENDERS
HOSE MENDERS — (Brass) For joining a _ broken hose cut through, insert the
i. mender and wire on both ends. For
l either % inch or % inch hose.
I Each L.......I ....5c
HOSE MENDER — (Galvanized Iron) ‘Used same way as above; % inch.
Each » 10c
HOSE MENDER PERFECT CLINCHER— No wiring, no screws, no tools needed ex- cept a hammer; no obstruction in the hose; a boy can use them and make a perfect mend; a one-piece article which does the work of the mender and tube and two clamps ordinarily used.
Price, Vz inch, 10c; 3 for 25c
Price, % inch, 10c; 3 for 25c
\ HOSE BANDS — (Brass) In % inch or % l inch, for fastening the hose to a coupling
1 with nut and screw, each ..5c
Hose Washers, Per Doz 10c
“BUSY” SPRINKLER— One
of the whirling type, with, three arms, throwing a well and evenly distrib- uted spray. Mounted on low stand. (Postpaid), each 75c
Wilgus No.
HOSE COUPLINGS
HOSE COUPLINGS — (Brass). In % inch or or % inch sizes. Per
Pair : 25c
THE ORIGINAL “PERFECT CLINCHING” HOSE COUPLING
All brass — self-fastening. Slip it in the hose and hammer down — that’s all. For cut hose — as smooth and more durable than a factory inserted coupling. A self-fastening coupling
that does not require extra bands, bolts or wires. It adjusts itself to any thickness of hose. A fixed hold — it will not pull off. It cannot turn within the hose, a great gain over other couplings. A smooth joint with no projecting parts. A perfect joint that can- not leak. Requires one tool — a hammer. The finger ends come down directly behind the head, bucking the hose over the head and clamping it tight against the body of the tube; either a direct pull, or heavy water pressure tends to set the head more solidly into the rubber — the
harder the pressure the tighter it gets. It makes the same joint with the hose as the Perfect Clinching Mender. The tough brass in the clamping fingers permits tak- ing off and using again. Made of heavy wrought brass in %, % and % inch sizes. Strong and durable at every point. Price, each ... ...15c
GARDEN REELS
GARDEN REELS — For using with a garden line; very handy tool Each, 50c.
GARDEN LINE
GARDEN LINE— Strong, braided jute lir.e, 100 ft. lengths, 65c.
GRAFTING WAX
GRAFTING WAX — Prepared wax for grafting, !4 lb., 10c; % lb., 20c.
GLAZING POINTS
GLAZING POINTS — Van Reyper’s; the new point for glazing Sash, etc. Per 1,000, 65c.
PRUNING PAINT
PRUNING PAINT — You /will find paint much more effective in stopping “bleeding” of the sap after pruning trees, shrubbery, etc., than tar and other mixtures sometimes used. It is also more convenient to use and more satisfactory in every respect. It effectually seals the surface and will not wash off with the weather. Pruning Paint is also an excellent preventive of worm boring. It is prepared ready for the brush.
1 Pint Can, 30c; 1 Quart Can 60c
RAFFIA
RAFFIA — Useful material for tying plants; also used for basket making. Per Lb. 40c
TROWELS
TROWELS
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'211. Forged Steel Garden Trowel, blade and shank are made of one piece of steel, being forged out in the same way as masons’ brick trowels. A stout, strong, trowel, suitable for the hardest work.
Price, 6-inch blade, each -50c
212.
21. Solid Steel, Garden Trowel, made of one piece heavy sheet steel, the shank and blade being one piece; a good strong trowel for family use; finely polished.
•Price, 6— inch blade, each 30c
213.
213. Made of cold rolled ste 1 bright blades, malleable iron shanks firmly riveted. The blades will not pull off the shanks. Price, 5-inch blades, each, 15c; 6-inch blades 20c
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State Nursery and Seed Co.
214.
214. English pattern, extra heavy Garden Trowel; shanks riv- eted on blade with extra strong rivets; blades finely polished; a very fine article.
Price, 6-inch blades, each 20c
215.
215. English pattern, extra heavy, riveted by the new method. Price, 6-inch blades, each 20c
216.
216. Ladies’ Flower Trowels. Riveted by new method. Price, 6-inch blade 1 15c
217.
217. Transplanting Trowel — The blade and shank of this trowel are made of one piece of heavv sheet steel. Excellent for lifting and setting out plants and seedings.
Price, 5-inch blade 15c
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WEEDERS
GARDEN WEEDEK WITH B&KE — A short- handled tool, very handy for flower garden.
Each 20c
EXOELEIOB WEEDER — Very popular tool in the flower garden. Each 10c
LANG’S
STBBE WEEDER — Special Steel blade; 3-inch wide with plain ferrule, short
handle. Each 40c
AMERICAN WONDER — Very useful
weeder used extensively by market gar- deners for thinning out.
Each 25c
DANG WEEDER — One
of the handiest tools yet devised for weeding and thinning out.
Each 25c
DIBBIiES — Bent wood handle with iron point; usual size, hand- iest tool ever made for transplanting cabbages, etc. Each, 30c DIBBEES — "D” handle straight iron Dibble. Price, each 40c
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Set of MONTANA WEED SEED Mounted, with Glass Cover
Containing 28 Varieties of the Weed Seeds with Common and Botanical Names which every Farmer should be familiar with
One set to a Customer with $10.00 Cash Order
Catalogues Issued. x . r» ?
Items to Remember
To Ask for Our Brands They Stand for the Highest Quality Known in the Seed Trade
JANUARY7 — A complete general catalog, profusely illustrated. This one.
EASTER — A special Catalog of Cut Flowers, Plants, Etc., suitable for Easter decoration, and Easter remembrances to friends.
FALL — (Sept. 15) — A catalog of Dutch, French and other Bulbs, for fall planting, and winter plants for the home.
CHRISTMAS — A special list of Plants, ‘Cut Flowers and Evergreens suitable for Christmas Decora- tions, and remembrances of the joyful occasion to your friends.
A Postcard will bring you any of these in its season.
Pamphlets Issued.
LAWNS — Their Preparation and Care.
SMALL FRUITS— Their Culture in the Northwest.
SWEET PEAS — Their Culture and List of best Varie- ties.
These Pamphlets are illustrated fully, on the sub- jects treated, and free of all technical language. They are FREE on application, naming the one in which you are interested.
Other pamphlets of interest to the farmer free on application.
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They stand for the highest development to be obtained in Purity,
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PEERLESS — The highest Grade obtainable.
“PLACER”— Second Peerless.
only to our
“QUARTZ” — An excellent Grade, but containing discolored seeds which do not meas- ure up to the high stand- ard we require for “Peer- less” and “Placer,” yet of high Vitality, Purity and Germination.
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LAWN AND CARDEN REQUISITES— (Continued.)
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Planet Jr GardenTools
The new “PLANET JR.” Catalogue is the handsomest, best, and most instructive book ever issued on a similar subject. Full of little points that bring profit. Full of true and handsome illustrations. We mail it free to any address cn application.
No. 4 — Planet Jr., Combine-! Hill and Drill Seeder, Wheel Hoe,,
Cultivator and Plow— Pr’ce complete (weight 50 lbs.) $13.25
As a Seeder only (Holds 2% Quarts of Seed) $10.75
This accurate', durable aid easy-running tool sows all garden seeds from the smallest up to peas and beans in hills 4, 6, 8, 12 or 24 inches apart, or in dr'lls at the proper thickness and depth; rolling down and marking out the next row all at one passage. No time is lost. No seed is wast d.
No. 31 — Planet, Jr., Combined Drill Seeder and Single Wheel Hoe
- — Price complete (Packed weight, 32 lbs.) $8.50
No. 32 as a Drill Seeder only (Packed Weight, 26 lbs.) $6.00
This new combined tool is of great value to thousands of gar- deners who have never felt able to own, either a seed drill or a wheel hoe. It will sow even a small packet of garden seed with great precision in a narrow row from 14 to 2 inches deep. Quickly changed to a splendid wheel hoe. A special machine for the small gardener at a price he can afford to pay.
No. 12 — Combined Double and Single Wheel Hoe, Cultivator and
Plow — Weight, 33 lbs. Price $8.75
This tool has one pair plows, one pair hoes, four cultivator teeth and a pair of leaf lifters. The attachments sold with No. 12 are what gardeners use most, and others can be added as wanted.
NO. 13 — Planet, Jr., Double Wheel Hoe — Steel Prams — Price, $6.00 The greatest hand cultivating tool in the world for the onion and small sugar beet grower, and also for every grower ot garden and market garden crops from drilled seed. They do more and do it better and easier than can possibly be done in any other way, where rows are too close for horse work.
No. 17 — Planet, Jr., Single Wheel Hoe — Price, $6.25. You can do
more and better hoeing with it in one day than you can do in three days with a hand ho=. The No. 17' has a pair of 6-inch hoes, a plow and a set of cultivator teeth; an outfit sufficient for most garden work.
No. 28 — Planet Jr. Combined Hill and Drill Seeder, Wheel Hoe,
Cultivator and Plow — Weight, 64 lbs. Price $16.50
Drops all garden seeds in hills 4, 6, 8, 12 or 24— inches apart, or sows them in drills, with accuracy, opens the furrow, covers., rolls down and marks the next row all at one operation. The seeds drop in sight of the operator, the rear of the spout being open and white.
Nc. 14 — Planet Jr. Double and. Single Wheel Disc Hoe, Cultivator
and Plow — Packed weight, 38 lbs. Steel frame. Price $10.00
It has three adjustable discs on each side, which may all be used at once or one or two on a side as preferred. They can be set to throw to or from the row, and under normal condi- tions will leave the ground smoother and better pulverized than any other attachments. The prong cultivator teeth are invalu- able.
No. 16 — Planet Jr. Single Wheel Hoe — Weight, 26 lbs. Price $7.25 r|’hpSe Single Wheel Hoes are the highest type of their class. They have a great variety of attachments which adapt them to a large variety of work, and there is scarcely any garden cultivation they will not do.
No. 18 — Single Wheel Hoe — Price $4.50. This has one pair of 6-inch hoes only — the tools that are most constantly useful throughout the season. Other attachments can be added as needed.
No. 29 — Planet Jr. Seeder — Price $13.50. Single wheel, like No. 28, without cultivator attachments.
1 34 LA WN AND CA RDEN REQUISITES— (Continued.)
State Nursery and Seed Co.
PLANET JR. TOOLS — (ContcT.)
PLANET JR. TWO ROW MARKER — A most useful tool which accurately marks off two rows at a time. All parts adjust- able to different width of row desired. Price, complete as illustrated, $5.50; without extra marker, each $4.50
THE “SUCCESS” SPRAY PUMP — This pump has brass air chamber in the stock and is furnished with Bordeaux Nozzle which throws continuous stream, or fine or coarse spray. Price, as illustrated, with 3 ft. hose, $4.50; (Postpaid), $4.75
THE “PERFECT SUCCESS” — The best Bucket pump ever manufactured. The special foot rest clamps bucket and pump solidly together and a sliding ring on the cylinder secures the bail so that the outfit may be carried in one hand. Four feet of hose and Bordeaux Nozzle is furnished. Price complete, with 4 ft. hose, $5.00; (Postpaid), $5.25; 7 foot ex- tra section of hose for Success or Per- fect Pumps with couplings and pole holder, $1.50.
The “Success.”
A Combination Powder Gun and Sprayer.
Being a simple fruit jar sprayer which does the work of both powder gun and sprayer, and costs less than either. The- tank never rusts and never requires cleaning.
You can have a separate jar for each powder or solution — any pint Mason jar can be used with this sprayer. The pump tube is made of heavy tin 1% inches in diameter and is 15 inches long. The pump leather is treated so that It always remains soft and pliable — is always ready for use. All sprayers are securely packed.
You Can Blow — Lice Powder. Insect Powder, Cabbage Worm Powder, Fly Powder, Hellebore, Healing Powder, Paris Green; in fact any powder that blows.
You Can Spray — Paris Green solution, Liquid Lice Killer, Disinfectant Bordeaux Mixture, Fly Knocker, Sheep Dip, or medi- cine of any kind into open wounds or sore. It blows and sprays in any position, up or down.
You don’t know of a sprayer that has more genuine use than this. Once you try a SIMPLEX Glass Jar Spray you will never be without one. Price (Postpaid) - 50c
PLANET JR. GRASS EBGER — This is an invaluable adjunct where there are walks bordered with grass, and for use in keep- ing the edge of the grass on the sides of borders and beds in perfect condition and alignment. Price, each $7.00
SPRAYERS
THE “PERFECTION” SPRAYER — The strongest and most pow- erful Sprayer made. Perfectly simple; simply perfect. This Sprayer is considered one of th° strongest and most powerful of the high pressure class. The barrel is 7% inches in diameter and 20 inches in height. The hose is 5-ply cloth inserted. Noz- zle is of the Automatic type. Capacity of tank four gallons. Weight 9J4 lbs. This sprayer will handle Whitewash, Water, Paints, Bordeaux Mixture with equal facility. For heavy liquids use the extra nozzle cap wh’ch is furnished with the sprayer. May be used with extensions — which come in two 18- inch pieces. One or both may be used. Furnished in Galvanized steel or all brass as desired. Write for prices.
THE “BRANDT DAISY” is a labor saver. It works both ways — sprays the same on the return stroke as on forward stroke, thus doing twice the work. Sprays straight up as well as down, a valuable feature in spraying poultry houses, etc. It speaks for itself, and needs no further description; is made with galvanized tank and holds 1 quart. Price, each (Post- paid) 9‘c
GEM DANDELION RAKE
SELF-CLEANING.
THE “MISTY” SPRAYER is used to apply all kinds of insecti- cides on plants, etc. Unsurpassed for applying all kinds of stock dips and fly killer on cattle and horses, also for disin- fecting poultry houses, barns, etc. Made of good tin and hop's 1 quart. Price, each (Postpaid) - G5c
THE “BRANDT” EASY — The only one of its kind on the market. Strong, durable and attractive. Has a large and strong pump, automatic shut off nozzle, legs under tanks. Can be used for whitewashing, disinfecting and cleaning chicken houses, and is very desirable for large gardens, etc. It is built of galvanized steel or brass as ordered. Holds one gallon. Galvanized steel tank (Postpaid) ,$2.75
Will keep the dande- lions off your lawn. Fine blade-like steel teeth. Easy working self-clean- ing stripper greatly im- proves the appearance of lawn and helps the grass. Positively cannot tear or injure the sod. Price: 16-in. medium size, $1.75; 24-in. large size, with leaf back $2.25
Helena, Montana.
LAWN AND CARDEN REQUISITES-
All Articles on this Page at Purchaser’s Expense.
Hoes, Rakes, Spading Forks, Etc.
G-AEDEN FORK — 3-tined short handle, very useful
tool; strong-. Each 20c
Cut No. 1 — Ivanhoe Socket Hoe. First quality regular
steel, 7-inch blade; each G5c
Cut No. 2 — Regular Field or Carden Hoe. First quality
steel, 6% inches wide; each 50c
Cut No. 3 — Bsebe Cultivator Hoe. Special steel, 6— inch
blade, 4 1-3 foot handle; each r’5c
Cut No. 4 — Acme Special Steel Weeding Hoe. 4 1-3 ft. handle; very useful, light tool; 4% inch blade,
each 75c
Cut No. 5 — Three Prong Steel Weeding Hoe. Regular sheet steel blades, iron shanks; 4 1-3 ft. handles;
each 50c
Cut No. 6 — Garden Rake. Solid end bow, regular steel,
fourteen curved teeth, 6-foot handle; each 75c
Garden Rake— Malleable iron; equal to any malleable iron rake made, twelve curved teeth; single shank;
each 30c
Gem Dandelion Rake' — 16-in $1.75
Gem Dandelion Rake — 24-in 2.75
Cut No. 7 — Wire Lawn Rake. The best lawn rake known, has twenty-four wire teeth with a twenty-inch metal
head; each , 7 5c
Turf Edger — Special steel socket, 4 % foot handle, pol- ished steel blade; each 75c
Cut No. 9 — Sod lifter, an indispensable tool when moving
sod; each 90c
Hand Spade — A three-pronged, hand forged grip handle garden Spade, which is a very useful tool in flower
garden; each 25c
Regular Four-Tined Spading Fork — First quality, pol- ished heavy angular tines, strap ferrules, iron D
handles; each - - $1.10
Regular Four-Tined Spading Fork — First quality, heavy flat tines, polished strap ferrules, iron D handles;
each $1.10
Boys’ Spading Fork — Special steel, four light angular tines, plain ferrules, 3% feet iron D handles; each, 75c Cut No. 8 — Warren Hoe. 7-inch blade, 4 1-3 ft. socket
handle, good for cultivating or irrigating; each 65c
Dandelion or Dock Cutter — With malleable iron foot
rests and 4% ft. D handles; each 75c
Beet Scuffle Hoe — With 6 ft. handle and 12x2% in. cut- ting blade; each 75c
Cut No. 10 — Hand cultivator, a new tool which will cover a lot of ground in a short time, each $1.10
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GENERAL INDEX
PLANT DEPT. — Gout.
Page |
Tuberoses 26
Umbrella Plant 8
Verbena 26
Vinca 26
Violets 26
Wallflower 26
Wandering Jew 26
Wax Plant 16
Window Boxes 19
Zinnia 26
HARDY PERENNIALS.
(Pages 36-46.)
Acanthus 36
Achillea 3 6
Agrostemma 36
Alyssum, Haray 3 6
Anchusa Italica 3 6
Aquiiegia - 36
Arabis 3 6
Auriculus Hardy
Primrose 36-44
Baby’s Breath 40
Bear’s Breech — 36
Bitter Root 37-41
Blanket Flower 39
Ble-ding Heart 39
Bocconia 37
Boltonia 37
Campanula 37
Centaurea 37
Candytuft, Hardy. ...37-40
Canterbury Bell 37
Cerastium 37
Chimney Bell Flower.. 37
Chrysanthemum Max- imum 38
Columbine 36
Coreopsis 37
Cornflower Aster 45
Cowslip 37-44
Delphinium 38
Dianthus 39-45
Dielytra 37-39
uivitalis 39
Doronicum 39
Everlasting Pea 41
False Chamomile 37
Flags 41
Foxglove 39
Gaillardia 39
Geum 40
Globe Flower 45
Golden Glow 44
Gypsophila 40
Hardy Garden Pinks.. 43 Hardy Perennial Col- lections 46
Hardy Primroses 44
Helenium 40
Heliopsis 40
Hesperis 45
Heuchera — Alum Root 40
Hollyhocks 40
Iberis 40
Iris 41
Larkspur 41
Lathyrus 41
Lavender 41
Leopard’s Bane 39
Lewisia 37-41
Lilies Hardy 41-42
Lobelia 42
Lychnis 42
Lythrum 42
Montana State Flower 37 Myrtle Trailing Vinca 45 Orange Sun Flower.... 40
Penstemon 42
Peonies 46
Periwinkle 45
Phlox, Hardy 4 2-43
Physostegia 42
Platycodon 43
Poppies 43-44
Primula 44
Pyrethrum 43
Ragged Robin 42
Rock Cress 40
Rose Campion 36
Rose Loose Strife 42
Rudbeckia 44
Saponaria 44
Scabiosa 44
Shasta Daisy 38-45
Snow in Summer 37
Statice 45
Spirea 45
Stokesia 45
Sweet William 39-45
Sweet Rocket 45
Thalictrum 45
Trollius 45
Valeriana 45
Valeriana 45
Vinca 45
Virginia Heather 42
HARDY SHRUBS AND VINES (Pages 47-52)
Acuba 17
Azalea 48
Barberry 48
Blue Spruce 47
Page
Boxwood 47
Caragana 50
Chinese Matrimony
Vine 52
Clematis 52
Cornus 48
Currant 50
Deutzia 48
Dogwood 48
Elderberry 48-50
Flowering Crab 48
Forsythia 48
German Bit ter-
Sweet 47-52
Genista 52
Holly 47
Honeysuckle 49-52
Hop Roots -52
Hydrangea 49
Lilacs 49-50
Matrimony Vine 52
Mock Orange 50
Oleaster 50
Philadelphus 50
Rhododendron 47
Ribes 50
Solanum 52
Sambucus 48-50
Siberian Pea 50
Snowball 50
Snowberry 50
Spirea 51
Syringa 50
Viburnum 50
Virginia Creeper 52
Wisteria 52
SHADE AND ORNA- MENTAL TREES.
(Pages 53-55.)
Arbor Vitae 55
Ash 53
Balm of Gilead 53
Birch 54
Box Elder 54
Box Wood 47
Cutting’s 55
Elm 54
Evergreen 55
Horse Chestnut 54
Maple 54
Mountain Ash 53
Poplar 55
Rowanberry 53
Spruce — 55
Tree Cuttings 55
Trees — Distance
Planted 55
Willow 55
FRUIT TREES.
(Pages 56-57.)
Cherries 57
Pears 57
Plums 57
BU3H FRUITS.
(Pages 57-55.)
Blackberries 57
Currants 58
Gooseberries 58
Grapes 58
Raspberries 59
Strawberries 59
VEGETABLE PLANTS AND GARDEN ROOTS.
Asparagus 60
Cabbage 60
Cantaloupe 60
Cauliflower 60
Celery 60
Chives 60
Cucumbers 60
Egg Plant 60
Horse Radish 60
Mint 60
Parsley 60
Peanuts 60
Pepper 60
Rhubarb 60
Sweet Potatoes 60
Tomatoes 60
Watermelon 60
FLOWER SEEDS
(Pages 65-85)
Abronia 66
Acrolium 66
African Gold Daisy 66
Ae'eratum 66
Alyssum 66
Amaranthus 66
Ammobium 66
Angel’s Breath 66
Antirrhinum 66
Asperula 66
Asparagus • 66
(Sprengeri & Plumosus)
Asters 67
Balsam 68
Balloon Vine 68
Bartonia 68
Bachelor’s Button 68
CUT FLOWERS.
(Pages 61-64)
FLOWER SEEDS — Cont.
Page
Bracliycome 68
Beilis 68-70
Bean, Scarlet Runner 68
Burning Bush 72
Cacalia 68
Calendula 68
Calandrinia 68
California Poppy 68
Calliopsis 68
Canary Bird Flower.... 68
Candytuft 68
Canterbury Bells 68
Carnation 68
Castor Bean 69
Catchfly 69
Celosia 69
Centauria 69
Chrysanthemum 69
Clarkia 69
Cobea 69
Coxcomb 69
Columbine 69
Convolvulus 69
Corn Flower 68
Cosmos 69
Cucumber, Wild 70
Cypress Vine 69
Dahlia 69-7 0
Daisy 70
Dianthus 70
Digitalis 71
Dolichos 70
Echinocystis Lobata 70
Eschscholtzia 70
Eutoca 71
Evening Primrose 74
Evening Scented
Stock 73
Fererfew 73
Flora’s Paint Brush.... 68
Floss Flower 66
Forget-Me-Not 71-73
Foxglove 71
Four o’Clock 71
Fringe Flower 78
Gaillardia 71
Geranium 71
Godetia 71
Gomphrena 71
Gourd 71
Gypsophila 71
Helichrysum 71
Heliotrope 71
Hollyhock 71
Humulus 71
Hunnemannia 72
Ice Plant 72
Ipomea 72
Kenilworth Ivy 72
Kochia 72
Kudza Vine 72
Larkspur 72
Lathyrus 73
Linum 73
Lobelia 73
Love Grove 74
Love-in-a-Mist 74
Lupins 73
Marigold 73
Matricaria 73
Matthiola 73
Mignonette 73
Moon Flower 73
Morning Glory :... 73
Mourning Bride 78
Musk Plant 73
Myosotis 71-73
Nasturtiums 74
Nemophila 74
Nicotiana 74
Nigelia : 74
Oenothera 74
Pansies 75
Petunias 75
Phlox 76
Physallis 78
Pinks 75
Poppies 76-77
Portulaca 77
Pot Marigold 68
Pyretheum 77
Ricinus 69-78
Salvia 78
Salpiglossis 78
Sand Verbent 66
Saponaria 78
Scabiosa 78
Scarlet Flax 73
Scarlet Runner
Beans 68-78
Schizanthus 78
Sea Lavender 78
Shamrock 78
Shasta Daisy 78
Snapdragon 66-78
Statice 78
Stocks 78-79
Strawflowers 79
Sunflower 79
Swan River Daisy 68
Sweet Alyssum 66
Sweet Peas 82-85
Sweet Rocket 79
FLOWER SEEDS — Cont.
Sweet William 79
Tassel Flower 68
Thunbergia 79
Verbena 80
Veronica 79
Wallflower 79
Whitlavia 80
Wisteria 80
Wild Cucumber ... . 70-80 Wild Flower Garden.. 80
Zinnia 80
VEGETABLE SEEDS.
(Pages 86-114.)
Artichokes 86
Asparagus 87
Beans, Garden 8 7 — S8
Beans, Field , 88
Broccoli 88
Beets, Table 89
Beets, Sugar 90
Beets, Feeding 90
Brussels Sprouts 91
Cabbage 91-93
Cauliflower 9 4
Carrots 9’1
Celery 94-95
Celeriac 94
Citron 103
Corn, Sweet 96-97
Corn, Salad 95
Cucumber 97-98
Chervil 95
Chives 95
Cress 97
Egg Plant 98
Endive 98
Garlic 98
Herbs 93
Kale 99
Kohl Rabi 99
Leek 99
Lettuce 99-101
Mangel Wurzel 90
Melons, Musk ....101-102
Melons, Water 102-103
Mustard 103
Mushrooms 103
Okra 103
Onion Sets 103-104
Onion Seed 104-lo5
Parsley . 106
Parsnip 106
Pepper 109
Peas 106-1 "8
Potatoes 127
Pumpkin 109
Radish 109-li0
Rhubarb Ill
Rutabaga 114
Salsify Ill
Spinach Ill
Squash 111-112
Sunflower 112
Swiss Chard 91
Tomatoes 112-113
Turnips 113-114
FIELD SEEDS.
(Pages 116-127)
Alfalfa 117-118
Barley 124
Bird Seed 123
Blue Grass 120
Brome Grass 120
Buckwheat 123
Clover 119
Feterita 121
Field Corn 126
Flax 123
Field Corn 125-126
Lentils 122
Millet 121-122
Oats 125
Orchard Grass 120
Peas 122
Pop Corn 122
Potatoes 127
Rape 123
Red Top 119
Rye Grass 126
Rye, Spring and Fall.. 125
Salt Bush 123
Slender Wheat Grass 120
Sorghum 122
Speltz 124
Sudan Grass 121
Sunflower 123
Timothy 120
Vetches 123
Wheat 124-125
INSECTICIDES.
(Page 129.)
LAWN GRASS. (Page 115.)
PLANET JR. TOOLS (Pages 133-134) LAWN AND GARDEN REQUISITES. (Pages 128-135.) PRACTICAL FARM BOOKS.
(See Inside Back Cover.) SPRAYERS.
(Page 134.)
The presence of a select library of standard agricultural books in the home of a farmer lends a certain air of distinction and refinement and at once stamps the owner as alert, progressive and abreast of (lie times.
We present herewith a partial list of the best books treating on every phase of agricultural and rural life. They have been prepared by the most eminent authorities on (heir respective specialties, and are thoroughly practical, while at the same time scientifically accurate. To the progressive farmer who desires to keep posted upon (he latest investigations of his chosen business these books are invaluable, and Ihere is no investment that will pay such lug returns as a few books that will give you information you need just when you want it. The prices are exceptionally low, when you consider their high character and the excellent manner in which (hey are printed, bound and illus- trated. Prices are all Postpaid.
CENTRAL FARM BOOKS.
Farmers’ Manual of Law. H. E
Willis $2.00
Fertilizers and Crops. L. L. VanDyke.. 2.50
Handy Farm Devices. R. Cobleigh 1.50
Farm Crops. C. W. Burkett . 1.50
Cereals in America. Thos. Hunt 1.75
Forage and Fibre Crops in America.
Thos. Hunt 1.75
Farmers’ Cyclopedia on Agriculture.
Wilcox & Smith 3.50
Farm Development. W. M. Hays l.oO
Farm Machinery and Farm Motors.
Davidson & Chase 2.00
First Principles of Soil Fertility, a.
Vivian 1.00
Soils. C. W. Burkett... 1.25
Farm Grasses of the United States.
W. J. Spillman 1.00
Weeds of the Farm and Garden. L.
H. Pammel 1.50
Farm Appliances 50
Farm Conveniences 1.00
Fences, Gates and Bridges 50
Land Measure for Farmers 50
Forage Crops Other Than Grasses.
Thomas Shaw 1.00
Insects and Insecticides. Clarence M.
Weed 1.50
Injurious Insects of the Farm and
Garden. Mrs. Mary Treat-. 1.50
Methods of Making Manures. George
Bommer 25
Farm Manures. C. E. Thorne.. 1.50
Soils and Crops of the Farm. Mor- row and Hunt 1.00
Soiling Crops and the Silo. Thomas
Shaw 1.50
Bookkeeping for Farmers. i\ Clark
Atkeson 25
The Young Farmer — Some Things He Should Know. Dr. Thomas F.
Hunt 1.50
School Agriculture — A Text Book for Rural and Graded tcnoois. Milo
N. Wood 90
Farm Accounts Simplified. D. H. Ocis.. 1.50 Farm Arithmetic. Burkett and
Swartzel 1.00
FOR THE FRUIT GROWER.
Modern Fruit Marketing (300 pages).
B. S. Brown, University of Maine 1.25 American Fruit Culturist. J. J.
Thomas 2.50
American Apple Orchard. F. A. Waugh 1.00 Beginner’s Guide to Fruit Growing.
F. A. Waugh 75
Successful Fruit Culture. S. T. May- nard - 1.00
Dwarf Fruit Trees. F. A. Waugh 50
American Peach Orchard. F. A. Waugh 1.00 The Practical Fruit Grower. E. T.
Maynard 5 0
The Fruit Garden. P. Barry 1.50
Fruit Harvesting, Marketing, Etc. F.
A. Waugh 1.00
Grape Grower’s Guide. William Charl- ton 75
Fumigation Methods. Willis G. John- son 1.00
Plums and Plum Culture. F. A. Waugh 1.50 Pear Culture for Profit. P. T. Quinn.... 1.00 The Propagation of Plants. Andrew
S. Fuller 1.50
Strawberry Culturist. Andrew S. Fuller .25
SPECIAL CROP BOOKS.
Sweet Corn (203 pages). A. E. Wil- kinson 75
Mushroom Growing (260 pages). B. M.
Dug-gar 1.50
Muck Crops (272 pages). A. E. Wil- kinson 1.25
Bean Culture. G. S. Sevey... > 50
Book of Alfalfa. F. D. Coburn 2.00
Book of Wheat. P. T. Dondlinger 2.00
Celery Culture. W. R. Beattie .50
Clovers and How to Grow Them. Thos.
Shaw 1.00
New Onion Culture. T. Greiner 50
Peas and Pea Culture. G. C. bevey oO
The Potato. S. Frasier .75
Tomato Culture. W. VV. Tracy 50
Study of Corn. V. M. Shoesmith .50
Alfalfa. F. D. Coburn .50
Asparagus. F. M. Hexamer 50
The Book of Corn. Herbert Myrick.... 1.50
Ginseng. M. G. Kains 50
Cabbage, Cauliflower, Etc. C. L. Allen .50
Culinary Herbs. M. G. Kains 75
Sweet Potato Culture. James Fitz .50
The Peanut Plant. B. W. Jones 50
Tobacco Culture 25
VEGETABLE GARDENING.
Farm Gardening and Seed Growing
Francis Brill 1.00
Market Gardening. Burn.tt Land-
roth - 1.00
Gardening for Pleasure. Pecer Hen- derson 1.50
Gardening- for Profit. Peter Henderson 1.50 The Home Vegetable Garden. A.
Kruhm 1.00
Play and Profit in My Garden. E.
P. Roe 1.00
Vegetable Gardening. R. L. Watts.... 1.75
FOR FLOWER LOVERS.
Bulbs and Tuberous Rooted Plants. C.
L. Allen 1.50
The Chrysanthemum. A. Harrington 50
Practical Floriculture. Peter Hender- son : .j X 1.50
Greenhouse Construction. L. R. Taft.... 1.50 Greenhouse Management. L. R. Taft.... 1.50 Plant Propagation, Greenhouse and Nursery Practice (342 pages). M.
G. Kains 1.50
Home Floriculture. Eben E. Rexford.. 1.00 Parsons on the Rose. Samuel R. Par- sons 1.00
The Window Flower Garden. Julius
J. Heinrich 50
POULTRY AND BIRDS.
The New Egg Farm. H. H. Stoddard.... 1.00
Poultry Architecture. G. B. Fiske 50
Poultry Appliances and Handicraft. G.
B. Fiske 50
Poultry Feeding- and Fattening. G. B.
Fiske 50
Profitable Poultry Production. M. G.
Kains 1.50
Profits in Poultry 1.00
Turkeys and How to Grow Them. Her- bert Myrick 1.00
Canary Birds 50
Poultry Breeding and Management (416 pages). James Dryden, Prof, of Poultry Husbandry, Oregon Ag. College 1.60
ORNAMENTAL GARDENING AND FORESTRY.
Ornamental Gardening- for Americans.
Elias A. Long 1.50
Landscape Gardening. F. A. Waugh 75
Hedges, Windbreaks, Shelters, Etc. E.
P. Powell 50
Practical Forestry. Andrew S. Fuller.. 1.50
Rural Improvement. F. A. Waugh 1.25
How to Make a Country Place. J. D.
Sawyer 3.00
IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE.
Draining for Profit and Draining for
Health. Waring 1.00
Irrigation for the Farm, Garden and
Orchard. Stewart 1.00
Irrigation Farming. Lucius M. Wilcox 2.00
Farm Drainage, judge French 1.00
Farm Sewage. Dr. E. M. dantee oO
Land Draining. Manly Miles 1.00
LIVE STOCK.
Business of Dairying. C. B. Lane 1.25
Profitable Dairying. C. L. Peck 75
Practical Dairy Bacteriology. H. W.
Conn 1.25
Farmers’ Veterinarian. C. B. Burkett 1.50
First Lessons in Dairying. H. E. Van
Norman 50
First Principles of Feeding Farm Ani- mals. Prof. Chas. W. Burkett 1.50
Managemem and Feeding Cartle. T.
Shaw 2.00
Questions and Answers on Milk Test- ing. C. A. Publow 50
Questons and Answers on Butter Mak- ing. C. A. Publow 50
Farmers’ Cyclope.ua of Live Stock.
Wilcox and smith 4.50
Swine in America. F. D. Coburn 2.50
Management ana f eeding Sheep. T.
Shaw 2 00
Animal Breeding. Thomas Shaw 1.50
The Study of Breeds. Thomas Shaw.... 1.50 Key to Profitable otock Feeding. Her- bert Myrick 25
Home Pork Making. A. W. Fulton 50
Poultry Diseases and Their Treatment.
E. J. Wortley .75
Castration of Domesticated Animals.
F. S. Schoenleba... 1.25
Judging- Farm Animals (608 pages).
Chas. S. Plumb, Ohio State Uni- versity 2.25
MISCELLANEOUS.
The Dogs of Great Britain, American
and Other Countries. Stonehenge.... I.„0 Home Fishing and Home. Waters. Seth
Green 50
Hunter and Trapper. Halsey Thrasher .50 Practical Taxidermy and Home Decor- ation. Joseph IT. Batty 1.00
Barn Plans and Outbuildings 1.00
Bookkeeping- for Farmers. T. C. Atke- son 25
How Farmers Co-Operate and Double
Profits. C. Poe 1.50
Homes for flome Builders. W. D. King 1.00
The Ice Crop. Theron L. ITiles 1.00
Modern House Plans for Everybody.
S. B. Reed 1.00
Semi-Centennial History of the Patrons of Husbandry (370 pages). Thos.
Clark Atkeson 1.50
The Federal Loan System ( 240 pages).
Herbert Myrick 1.00
STATE PUBLISHING CO.
HELENA. MONTANA