Historic, Archive Document

Do not assume content reflects current scientific knowledge, policies, or practices.

■ 40 ^

dtBXjJ cu! ■- -*

nn 9 o 1Q26

of A^C®3tB»t

SEPTEMBER

I t

AND

OCTOBER

• . •* (iToV'lSil-S 3

MADISON

NEW JERSEY

SEPTEMBER

AND

OCTOBER

are the popular and proper months for plant- ing Perennials in the fall. Stock planted during these two months, makes larger, finer blooms next year than those planted in the spring.

Now is the time to look over the Hardy Borders and see where new plants or changes are needed and new color schemes arranged.

In renovating old Borders or Hardy Gardens, lift and divide the old clumps, wherever possi- ble; dig the beds to a depth of 18”, add a good supply of well-rotted cow manure or bonemeal — and replant the stock. When this method is followed once every three or four years, splen- did results are obtained ; they repay the grower many times over for his time and trouble.

The plants suggested and offered below for this work, are all fine field-grown clumps — guaranteed to bloom, and give satisfaction, next year.

We are always glad to assist with cultural directions and suggestions for color schemes. Write us your requirements.

DELPHINIUMS

HYBRIDS

These are the seedlings from some of the finest of the named European varieties and give a wonderful range of color shading from pale blue to royal purple, through the most marvel- ous shades of azure, gentian blue and sapphire. The spikes attain a height of from 5 to 6 feet, with several to each clump.

BELLADONNA

Sky-blue, beautiful sprays ; large flowers with white centers, one of the best known. Medium height, 2 to 3 feet.

CHINENSE

Blue: Clear bright Chinese blue; a splendid carrying color in the garden. Very vigorous grower. 20 to 24 inches high.

Alba: Pure white form of the above. This variety when used in conjunction with the blue mentioned above is very effective. 20 to 24 inches.

BLUE BUTTERFLY

Very dwarf form of the Blue Chinense, grow- ing about 12 inches high; the lowest growing form of Delphiniums; blooms continuously throughout the summer.

All the above varieties $.50 each, $5.00 per dozen, $35.00 per hundred.

LILIUM CANDIDUM

Ascension or Madonna Lily, glistening white, very fragrant, 5 to 8 splendid flowers borne on stiff stems, 3 to 4 feet high. Grouped with Hybrid Delphiniums these make a charming combination in the Perennial borders in June. Finest bulbs from north of France.

50 cents each, $5.00 per dozen.

PHLOX DIVARfCATA LAPHAMII

That lovely light blue Phlox that blooms at the same time as Darwin Tulips. An added joy to any spring garden.

Price: 30c each, $3 dozen, $20 hundred.

PHLOX

One of the most satisfactory plants, without which no old-fashioned garden is complete, is Hardy Phlox. This blooms during July and August, and adds a great range of color — white, shades of pink, violet, purple and scarlet.

30c each, $3.00 dozen, $20.00 hundred, ex- cept otherwise noted.

BRIDESMAID — A white, with large crim- son center; a very well known variety.

CHAMPS ELYSEE— Violet-purple; with large spikes. 2% feet.

CREPUSCLE — Shading from a deep rosy center, through rose-lilac to a white edge. 2 % feet.

ENCHANTRESS — The Improved Eliza- beth Campbell; light salmon pink. 50c each, $5.00 dozen, $35.00 hundred.

EUROPA — White with a bright pink eye; individual flowers and trusses, very large ; strong grower with rigid stems.

ETNA — Brilliant - colored variety, large spreading truss of orange-scarlet.

FRAULEIN VON LASSBURG— Pure white truss, flowering between Buchner and Jenkins; very free.

GEN. VON HEUTZ — Brilliant salmon- scarlet with large white center. A very pop- ular variety for many years.

LOUISE ABBEMA — Very large dwarf, pure white, fine form. 18 inches.

MISS LINGARD — This is known as the early flowering Phlox since it comes into flower in May and continues to flower continuously until October, or the very heavy frosts injure it. Height about 2 feet. Color, pure white.

MRS. JENKINS — The most popular white variety so far introduced ; splendid for plant- ing en masse; blooms early and profusely.

RHEINLANDER — Beautiful salmon - pink with claret red eye. Individual trusses of immense size.

RIJNSTROOM — An improved form of the popular variety Pantheon; fine for massing; of a Paul Neyron rose color. 2% feet.

TALL BEARDED IRIS

Between Tulip time and Rose time the mainstay of the garden for masses of color is found in the modern form of the Bearded Iris. The all-pervading loveliness of a garden well planted with the choicer forms of the older and the newer introductions is breath-taking. In no flowers are returns surer or more satisfying.

Price 25c plant; $2.50 dozen, except where noted.

BLUE JAY — Bright blue. 50c plant, $5.00 dozen.

CAPRICE — Shades of claret.

CELESTE — Lovely soft lavender blue, of Pallida Dalmatica type.

DALMARIU S — Lavender.

HER MAJESTY— Soft, rosy pink. 35c plant, $3.50 dozen.

ISOLINE — Deep old-rose. 50c plant, $5.00 dozen.

IRIS KING — Old gold and maroon. 35c plant, $3.50 dozen.

LORELEY — Purple and pale yellow. 35c plant, $3.50 dozen.

MADAM CHERAU — White frilled, clear blue.

MANDRALISCAE — Deep blue and violet.

MON SIGNOR — P u r p 1 e and violet. 35c plant, $3.50 dozen.

MRS. ALAN GRAY — Soft purplish lilac. 50c plant, $5.00 dozen.

NIBELUNGEN — Bronze and purple.

PROSPER LAUGIER — Bronze and ruby. 50c plant, $5.00 dozen.

PALLIDA DALMATICA— Tall, lavender shaded Iris, superb in the hardy border or garden and very fragrant.

PERFECTION — Light blue and dark violet combination, charming and effective. 35c each, $3.50 dozen.

PLUMERI — Rosy mauve.

QUAKER LADY — Smoky lavender. 50c plant, $5.00 dozen.

RHEIN NIXIE — Clear white and raspberry purple.

ROSE UNIQUE — Deep pink; most effective massed with Her Majesty. 50c each, $5.00 dozen.

JAPANESE IRIS

These bloom the end of June and beginning of July.

VIOLET BEAUTY — Sgl. Roods violet, con- spicuous yellow centre surrounded with blue cast. Very large. 75c each, $7.50 per dozen.

ORIOLE — Dbl. Plum shading to deep plum. 35c each, $3.50 dozen.

AZURE — Dbl. Immense flower, exquisite wavy mauve blue with darker halo surrounding the yellow blotch at base of petals. Very large and fine. 50c each, $5.00 dozen.

GOLD BOUND — Dbl. Pure white one of the best. 35c each, $3.50 dozen.

MOUNT HOOD— Dbl. Light blue shaded darker, bright orange center. 35c each, $3.50 dozen.

PINK PROGRESS — Sgl. Ash grey laven- der, clear blue halo overlaid with silver sheen. 50c each, $3.50 dozen.

DOMINATOR — Sgl. Rich indigo blue with narrow white stripes and light center. 50c each, $5.00 dozen.

TOTTY’S 6 ‘TRUE BLUE”— Dbl. Dark

blue, tufted center. 75c each, $7.50 dozen.

RED RIDING HOOD— Sgl. Fine amaranth veined and suffused white. 35c each, $3.50 dozen.

BLUE JAY — Dbl. Sky-blue, distinct white lines on each petal. 50c each, $5.00 dozen.

PYRAMID — Dbl. Violet purple, veined white in center of each petal. 35c each, $3.50 dozen.

AQUILEGIA (Columbine)

The most beautiful long spurred types we have ever had; shades of Rose-pink, blue, yel- low, white and red; also combinations of the above shades. In assorted colors only. Espe- cially valuable for planting in shady spots and best transplanted in the fall. Easily cultivated in Borders and Wild Gardens.

30c each, $3.00 dozen, $20.00 hundred.

DI ELYTRA (Bleeding Heart)

SPECTABILIS — Graceful, heart - shaped, pink flowers ; one of the choicest memories of old-fashioned gardens. Easily cultivated in Borders and Wild Gardens. Especially valu- able for planting in shady spots. 1 to 2 feet. 75c per plant, $7.50 per dozen.

HARDY BOXWOOD

( Bvlxus Sempervirens )

A splendid lot of plants running from 18 to 24 inches in height. Ideal for making hedges ; using in window boxes, tubs or as box plants. Strong bushy plants. New Jersey grown. Price: $3.00 each, $30.00 dozen.

ROCK GARDEN PLANTS

Arabis alpina Nepeta Hederacea

Campanula Carpatica Phlox subulata Cerastium tomentosum Saponaria Dwarf Iris Sedum acre

Nepeta Mussini Sedum alba

Viola Cornuta

The Perennial Plants listed in our general catalogue will give bloom from month to month as follows:

APRIL

Alyssum

Arabis

Beilis Perennis

Dielytra

Candytuft

Primroses

Viola Jersey Gem

Phlox Divarieata

JULY

Hardy Phlox Japanese Iris Lupins Buddleia

Centurea Montana Chelone Barbata Shasta Daisy Py rethrum Yucca

MAY

Aquilegia

Cerastium

Dictamnus

Herperis

Iris

Phlox Subulata

JUNE

Achillea

Anchusa

Baptisia

Canterbury Bells

Coreopsis

Delphiniums

Candidum Lilies

Polemonium

Santolina

Saponaria

Valeriana

AUGUST

Eryngium Hisbiscus Platycodon Rudbeckia Purpurea

SEPTEMBER

Eupatorium Coelestinum

Salvia Azuera

Sedum Spectabile

Hardy Asters

Heleniums

Boltonia

Plumbago

Veronica

OCTOBER

Early Chrysanthemums

NOVEMBER

Late Chrysanthemums

Our Two Most Popular Novelties

(Recently Introduced)

Hardy Carnation “Annie Laurie”

Has won Medals and Awards of Merit where- ever shown. Large flower of clear orchid pink, with wine red center. Blooms throughout the season and has a delightful fragrance. Very hardy in all locations and a delight to all our gardening friends who have tried it. 50c each, $5.00 dozen ; $35.00 hundred.

VIOLA JERSEY GEM

The peerless Viola that blooms from April until frost. Rich dark violet color, long stems and a delicate fragrance. Makes a thick mat of growth in one year. 50c per plant, $5.00 per dozen, $35.00 per hundred.

MADISON

NEW JERSEY

THE MADISON EAGLE PRESS