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(TIGRIDIA PAV. GRAND)
TIGER FLOWER
From our "Good Neighbor'’ to the South comes the Sacred Flower of the Ancient Aztecs. Used as temple decorations by the lordly Incas; delight of the Spanish Conquistadores; beloved by the senoritas of old Mexico; these exotic, flashing flowers add vivid
color to the landscape.
These beauties are equally at home in the searing heat of the desert mesas of Mexico; in the steaming jungles of Central America; or in our North American
gardens.
Perhaps the greatest reason of all, for growing these unbelievable flowers in your garden is the exciting element of surprise that is contained in each and every bulb. The blossoms have amazing colors, curious markings and the most exotic flower form, from which they have derived the name of "Shell Flower.'' The flowers appear and disappear suddenly, unexpectedly, mysteriously like the multi-colored
shooting stars of a Roman candle.
Exceptionally large, firm bulbs care- fully packed in moss to insure safe arrival. Rarely do we have the op-
portunity to offer such a garden
novelty at these low prices and we
urge you to order early.
FOR ONLY
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50 FoR $5.00
How. 1a Grow Them
Of easy culture. Handle like Gladiolus. Plant in good well drained soil about 5 inches deep in full sunshine. Water thoroughly about once a week throughout the flowering season. Pluck the faded individual flowers leaving the flower head to shoot forth its succession bloom one flower at a time. This will lengthen the bloom- ing season. Bulbs should be taken up each year and stored for the Winter. Full cultural direc- tions included with each order.
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QUICK INDEX
Delivery, Terms, Etc. Page 1B
Complete Index Page 1C
Lawn Grass Seed Mixtures Page 2
Herbs—Plants and Seeds
Page 4
Vegetable Roots and Plants Pages 4 and 5
Vegetable Seeds Page 6
Flower Seeds Page 26
Field Seeds, Grasses, Grains Page 72
Roses Page 74
Perennial Plants Page 81
Hardy Vines,
Hedge Plants
and Shrubs Page 84
Bedding Plants Page 85
Fruits Page 86
Gardening Books Page 88
Bird Foods and
Feeders Page 89
Garden Tools and Requisites Page 90
Fertilizers Page 98
Insecticides, Fungicides, Etc. Page 100
Summer Bulbs Page 103
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Cyuide fo is Everything in Breck’s 1943 Catalog ;
COMPLETE INDEX
A , Page’ Page Page Page Page bronia: cn saa eee 32) «Bean' Pots, 20... .tessee 90 Canterbury Bells....... 37 Cup and Saucer Flower. 37 Florence Fennel........ 17 Michillea.... .: sw0ote mack 32. “Beans; Sojaitioqaeee 10 Cardinal Climber...... 38 Cup and Saucer Vine.40-85 Floss Flower........... 32 chimeness os :0.0 aces 104 Bearded Tongue....... 57 Cardinal Flower....... 52>, Gup Flower... /..28e% 2 os 57 Flower Holders........ 91 Acidanthera Bulbs. .... 104 Bedding Plants........ 85 Cardiospermum........ SDT UC UIDNEA, hss isa. cetera 41 Flower Pots......... 94-95 Acid Phosphate........ D909 Beetaieeiy Sa. jrselrse 12 Cards, Greeting........ 90 7 CupidissDartann 5.98: 39 greet me DOC. .33-41-46-53 PYcouitumy,. ... mere 32 Begonia Bulbs......... 106° "‘Garnation. 2. Saye lore BS ph MC VaNOgas Henin ers, he 101 + Forks. ee 91 Acroclinium SM ule te eta 382 Begonia Plants........ 85) WiGarroreiee. 4 Fauaaes ok Wea” Cyclamen it... 4. wie sels 41 Formacide............ :101 Adam’s Needle........ 67 Begonia Seeds......... 36.) mCassian. ea ent 27-38 Cynoglossum........ 41-85 Formaldehyde Dust... .101 patico, Super... 26054 es 99 Bellflower. 26; ..22%2 38-82 Castor Oil Plant....... 61 Hournmo Clocks .carriet.< 53 Adco Weed Killer...... 102%) (Belligh ich. «ls. Hees oe 36) wG@atananches . feds) sci 39 Dahlborg Daisy: 41 a Poxglove: ..02:);. pal ar Adenophora........... 32 Bellows, Powder....... 91 Catnip.. deine e028. Dahlias.:,......41-85-107 | Hrame, Forcing..3) 5... 92 Aethionema.. ....... vail 32 Bent Grasses.......... 72 Cattle Manure......... 98 Daisies..... 35-36-40-41-44- Fruitone.............. 99 African Daisy......... 30-44 MBOrDeris yc -moce:..:cae 84 Cauliflower.. chat erage a: AG-B2 ge PHEUits 05 awit ctaagaetes ee 86 African Violet... . sx 62)" Betonican, Sites e. sarc 36.) Geletiacnie. a hasne wld iMandelion. .y.oh62 5.408% 17 Fume-ogen............101 Agapanthuss). 52st oa. ‘Betonye..-c. a5 cee BO. MOCIETY ev aaraic, oeheeehs 15 Dandelion Killer....... 102 Fungicides............ 100 pAipathdes sc). sitive 32° Bird Feeders) on). nb 89° ~Gelosiai ich obienlss te « 39 i) (Daphne... 32). net 84a) Fungtrogen::.).¢c.5 «4 101 Ageratum.........00< 32-85 Bird Foods............ 89 ~ (Centaurea. ...:... dns 39-85) ) Wattra:.s 4. vostents 41 ialar.. <::. <2 anes 73 . Bird’s Eye. . seuss ive 47 Cerastium.. . 39 Delphinium. . 42-43-82 Gaillardia............. 46 PRMOPISOR 5 oa v5, see «9, 32 Bilackberries........... 87 Ceresan (Semesan).. 102 Dianthus.......43-44-65-81 Galtonia.............. 104 Alsike Clover.......... 73 Black Leaf 40..;....... 100" © ‘Chaperone.})\...05 ere iGO), ADSCIA Sct 158s ow: a8. 44 Gardening Books....... 88 palthiaea ys loi... «cs mephels 49 Blanket Flower........ AG.) Charcoalsouss askin 990 Didiscus.:dcsinc ea 44 Garden Hose.......... 92 Aluminum Sulphate.... 99 Blazing Star........... (oak: gh ©) cf: ha ty St Rane ar PS haesivitalis.,. si -teeicieer 44 Garden Line!.......... 91 Alyssum,...5 222. sd2-50-s>. Blue’ Belles)... (suk SosGO mw sGharts; 7 par cs oc eee BOF Mill Mok ace eee ee A OUTS Sheth ciel ots, ache 46 Amaranthus........... 33. ‘Blueberries......cnmeseacust ‘Cheiranthus, 2 ..,....4525 40-67 Dimorphotheca........ 44 Geraniums........ 46-81-85 Amaryilis. 6 os ae ste 105 Blue Grasses.......... “2 Chemicals... ..3.6:.25..099 Disinfectants.........% LOT Gerbera inscci ssa 46 Ampelopsis............ 84 Blue Lace Flower...... 44 Cherry Trees.......... 87 Dog Shampoo.. [OT-1O1) Geum ste nae crerects 46 Amagallis ey eesti ate oo iplue Stone, .....c0% O0sLOU MPCHICOrY =< a5. c)sjsiesecs ood NS MeO STIX eh. ten ot ere 101s sGiliaia ys. se aes 47 PChUsa at orate mete So Bocconia....6. epee 36 Chinese Cabbage....... TSS SO OlichOSs. sce es ee 44 + Gilliflower............. 64 PATLEMONEG Ah ae he soc oo . tBokhara,...... haces aee 73 Chinese Fleece-vine.... 84 Dracaena............. 45, (Gladiolus. 5.....22. 28. 110 Angel’s Trumpet....... Al Boltonian a.) 00... 36 Chinese Lantern....... 60 Driftwood Glow....... 91 Glazing Materials...... 91 JSG A OT 008 (at Qe EE 33 Boncop sie) sso oleae 15-100 Chinese Larkspur...... AO I UStETSs scsi eeainiaiens 91 Globe Amaranth....... 47 Antirrhinum...... 33-34-85 Bonemeal Fertilizer.... 98 Chinese Me he 39) Dusty Millers. 2h... 39 Globe Thistle.......... 45 Ant Killers........ 100-101. <Bonrote...2 4... .suetes 100 Chives. sae ...4-13 Dutchman’s Pipe ae. 84: (Gloves .Syen.. eee oe 32-91 ANGERS lan ey oem ipicataai tke as 100 Books, Gardening...... 88 Chlidanthus........... 104 Gloxinia............47-104 PAMLUZER Coles. culsiet Oats 100 Bordeaux Mixture...... 100 Chrysanthemum Plants. Echinacea! ist 0) UhdB uiGodetia. .. 5... j ueaed? Apple Trees.....). de. >. 86” ¢Borerkill: .).'.).... Seer 100 81-82-3d Cover Echinocystis...........45 Gold Dust............ 33 Aprons owe wooden 90 Boston Ivy............ 84 Chrysanthemum Seed.. 40 Echinops.............. 45 Gold Coin Flower...... 27 Aquilegiavnc.. sis 056004702 | CBORES, ossicles > See OO mC inerarta. |. soe encoun 40 Echium............... 45 Golden Feather........ 61 ATA DIS! Re s.d crosses = rte 35 (Brachycotiess.4 e736. 36 Cinnamon Vine........ 104 Egg Crates.. ..... 90 Golden Sweet Pea...... 26 Arctotis....j.....2...-e.+, 90 'Bretton Woods Mixture;.53. (Clarkia. ...0555..0./4.). 40 Eggplant.. wel 7. TGomphbrenay,.....440 22. 47 PATETIATIO A hots s ct caeiele de 35 Brexone Higptllizet ae mga” =p Clematish 24), ici). 84 Elephant Ears......... 104.0 tGourds weit ects AT ATSEIMONC We nchraes alee 35 ‘Broccoli... ao aleve te) Me GlEOMES Wl aie ciao cress chee 40 Endive... ......18-17 Grafting Wax.......91-101 Aristolochia... . <6 esis 84° «Brooms... chest soe OO PICSlOVers sco. cos olen 2-73 English Daisy. Sree et 86-45 Grape Vines........... 87 PATINETIA 5.» scyeuiere speratabess so Browallia...cagand. oo-so ‘Cobaea....0)....428e 40:85. | Erigeron!. 2.2002 c hus. 45 Grass Hooks........... 92 Arnold Cartridges...... 100 ~=Brussels Soper es beaten 12) GCockscombs....<.. .@egenoo rosionet. . cies, ts 15 ‘91 Grass Seeds......... 2-3-72 Arnold Sprayer........ 100 Buckwheat.. @ wanigo Scalabaaieag He 02 Eryngium’, saticuee 20 WGFASWID: wis. Ss 9 ae 92 Arsenate of Lead....... 100° Buddleia.c... i sc bo Ba: e Coleus jacket de 40 Escarolle.. (een le. MGreentoxs.e es a... BL eLOL PAttIChOKesS:, .. « dyqraiaisy: taseile 5 Bulb Pans sacs oc «caer 94 Colloidal au aaeeed Astin 100 Eschscholtzia. . ... 45 Greeting Cards.:...... 90 Asclepias. . oo polunch of Vilackee wan: 47 Columbine.. Peo S enue phorbiais se saere care 46 Grevillea.............. 48 Asparagus, Edible. aati 5-10 Buphthalmum......... 36 Cone Flower. Be okt ha. 45-62 Evening Primrose...... 57 Grindstones........... 96 Asparagus, Ornamental. 35 Burner, Rubbish....... 95) |Convolvulus.2..Wa0s dis 40 Evening Scented Stock. 538 Gumbo............... 20 PASDETIA gece > = s:0 eee 35 Burning Bush......... 50 sCopperass.....3hshewk ae 99 Evergreen Pray AR. 3 LOL ye Gypsophila ye cc orcas see Asphodeline..... ....%+. 85) ‘Bush Hooksy cvidiecs 92: . Copperloid.iciay.i). 5.48 101 Everlastings.. ssutoe. tGypslm..... 4 peek 99 Asters.. "97-28. 30-31- aes Butterfly Flower....... 63 Copper Sulphate. ...99-101 ilacide... ..\<aeSie bmx Butterfly Weed........ 86... Coral. Bella jasidsisit a). ist 49 Fairy Lily.............104 Hflarebell.............. 38 Aubrietia... .\.. « sdenwstie Be Coral Flower......... 29-41) Wiairy Stars. ...)..-.0ast4/ edge Plants... . . ma7/84 Australian Pea Vine.... 44 Cabbage. ett dopliaviele,) (Cordyline. sesh. Hold 45°. jHalse Indigo. ......cevoo ‘Helenium:.5.: (2! as 48 PAXOS dlc.s saconcegier stake owed GO}, SO@ACAMA, os uy acs «thee 30) POTCODSIS sists eden 87-41 False Starwort......... 86° “Helianthus. 553... Wee 64 Cactus Seed. . mipeoo ~wCorn, Hieldaty.neadas Wo ihelicia.«..ccc.c.8.amemoe Helichrysum)... eeearos 48 Baby Blue Eyes....... 56 GCaladiums.. . salt.’ sane HOA (Corn). Popseks s vcasiaele® QO mennel. -.s.5.6 cei an see Heliophila owes hhtess ale 48 Baby’s Breath......... 48 @alamintha. /.), sae 62) ‘Cornflower... .idzSok). 2 89 Ferns................. 46 Heliotrope........48-81-85 Bachelor’s Button....39-85 Calceolaria............ 37 Cornflower Aster....... G4 pMertiflora:;.c<e.1eran. 98 «Herb/Chest.... eish.we 92 Balloon Flower........ 60 Calcium Arsenate......100 Corn, Ornamental...... 41 Fertilizers.. -. 2-98 (Herb Plants)...9020).000 4 Balloon, Vine. =). .:.--n 85 Calcium Caseinate..... 100 Corn, Sweet......... 5-6-16 Fertilizer Spreaders... “99 'Herb Seeds.tecueddiiestr4 Walsati. 5 ..chaeieeeeme 35 Calcium Chloride...... 99 Cos (Lettuce).......... TS i IESCHES,, Fe id «iid betel. se ake 72 WHerd’sGrass.......... a2 IBantisia’cs sect ites cee 35 “Calendulay ey eta 37-86 ‘Cosmidiumis..... 202: 4 vPeverfew..aieehu esd) (Hesperisy, <0) 5:5 sexe thiol 49 Barberry.............. 84 California sina wl Eo Sant AD ACOSMOS eis: 546 6:10. 6 26-41-85 Field Corie sreeba as 73 Heuchera. poate 4d ayaa tS 49 Barrows. oo Ae wana 90 Calla Lily..... M5206. (Cow, Manure: i ivisiin ss O8 > Binocchio’ 3,6, 5 )..s0anoe ik? }Elemerocallis. . oc casiew's 82 IBATCOMIA Ns wens oe ee ella 35 Gailiopeie: wit bbe AnD. dat 37 JICOWSLID «6.065 o's op RE 61 Fish Oil Soap.. wiesLO2” VEIDISCUSs 2 oe)sma arte 49-83 Basil wei. 6 she tirkla-operene 4) ¢@allirhoein!# eteet saaie7” tereasote. ; ....)5..20. ont 101 Flame Nettle.. emit: RE Oeste 6 kes 92 Basket Flower......... 39 Campanula....... 37-38-82 Eres... ea ss. kis 15 Flats.. hoes 19) kHolivhock fu. so eo Basket Of Goldtinnieetr 83 Canary Bird Vine...... 66 -on@rotalarians 050 sNews 26 =Flax (Flowering). lee BleH2in a Honesty cea. ees~ es 52 Baskets. . ........ 90 Candles, Citrodor...... 90" {Crow\ Fez os oi ations 101 Fleabane.. wD oweeito tHoneysuckless:% <2 50 84 PAGANS oie dim <<. «4 ah 10-11 FCandytuftsiahendeh ane 352) aCucumber.au-acaeoes 16 =Flea Powder... eaitehOO” SOON. o's 032 natn 92 Bean Beetle s.:i)43 4. ois sts 10" ;Canna Bulbs; incl) en 106 Cushion Flower........ 68.0) Fleece Vine...2:..eeeee lop Vine. 2... eres: 49
Beans, Ornamental..... 36 Canna Plants)... ..mekisis 85 Cultivators....... 90-91-93 . Floralife..f.05......5. 99. #Hormodin..f... . sas 99
1D A Guide to Everything in Breck’s 1943 Catalog
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COMPLETE INDEX! TO CATALOG — Continued
Page Page Page j Page Hors Te ihe a ae Maltese Cross......... 52 “Phacelia. 2.52. hve Saucers.......--++-+++% ping) eae Peowbtalva. goo, ws. eas 52 Phlox, Annual... --.. 60-85 Savory. c.ecvees ster of Hose Couplings........ 92 Mangel-Wurzel........ 12 Phlox, Perennial....... 81 sake ns SRI SCG Fee Hose Guide........... 92” Manures....$...o....: 98 Physalis.............- 60 Seal ack m+ Oe Hose Menders......... 92 Marguerite.......... 32-33 Pie Plant............. 4 ie 5 de iN Yes Hotbeds.">... goon ne 92 Marigolds.. .26-28-54- ae) Pimpernel............. 33 — Sipe Pete Me ee Hotkaps:= see 14-02 ee eMariOrams.., cents ae or Pinks i. #rtdcracts ors ete 43-44 eel ou A, SEM e aS a Humulues57-e eo 49 Maskflower............ 39 Planet Jr. Implements.. 93 Sat et oe Boao DC S00t 63 Hungarian Grass........ Tau Masks. oixcsia afrtcacs's 93-101 Plantabbs............. 98 are US's Calerecs areve ee Hunnemannia......... AQG, eMatricariay jam. sctes 53 Plant Dinner......... 1-98 Sc So OCB ioe a's creisss oF Hyacinth Bean........ 44 Mats, Hotbed......... 92) Planter, Bulbine 94 porches bere uaaang pe Hyacinthus?7.-- eee 104-03 Matthiola sc ccs scesun 53 Plant Hoods. aia “us 1-98 Sea oe Bodie ears He Hydrangea, Climbing... 84 Melons............... 19 Planting Chart........ 9 Sea + a Le ener a Hy-Gro, Fertilizer...... 98 Mexican Fireplant..... 46 Sage Notes (Flow- Sea Lavender........ as Hy-Trous Fertilizer.... 98 Mica-gro.............. 1 TS). ees see eee eee 29 Sedum......-.-.---++: 93 Michaelmas Day .31-82 Biches, Bedding........ S5. Seedersne eos wccrs wires Ae Aseris YC ee 38 Mignonette.. .,.53-85 Plant Stakes........... 94 Semesan Products...... — Incarvillea.78). nee: 49 Mignonette Vine prise 104 Plant Supports........ 94 Shamrock........... co e Incinerator............ 95 Millets... yeeeT3 Plant Lieswaeakneucts 97 Shasta Daisy......... ior Insecticides............100 Milorganite. . ive tone RU 98. Plant:Tubsit oe cack. 96°, (Shears. 60:0 es ie Pula ys is. esse eee 49 Mimulus.. ts . 538 Platycodon..........60-82 Sheep Manure.. Ipomoea.............28-50 Miniature Snapdragon.. 51 Plume Poppy EAH AeA 36 Shell Flower. 2d ‘Cover-104 Irrigators).5 cn eee 97 UMint Ack cee tee 4°. Plum Crees..v.. merece 87 > Shelves; Plantsona, Bane : ISINENEC, 28-5). schss ee 106° <) Mirabilis .:,.. 2.2 Bae ee OO wm LE OlES fate cisleat- ech oleve = 94 | ‘Shovels... SER Ae 3 TVY . occletins a aes oan 8b). 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_ Wonderful new plant grow- ing medium—takes the place of _messy dirt.’’ Clean, light, ster- ilized. Minimizes ‘‘damping off,’’ holds moisture, increases germination, encourages root growth. Treated with proper nutrients, vitamins, root-form- ing hormones for the early growth of seedlings.
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Each, $1.65. Save on 3 for $4.50
Each starter set has two sturdy 10% in. waterproofed card- board boxes, each with 12 seedling trays about 414 in. long. Watering may be done from be- low. Per set, 50c., 3 for $1.35, postpaid. ila ors fearon
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Concentrated plant food EAM bys oteeiay
and so thrifty, too
now modern science makes it far easier, far cleaner, far simpler, and far more certain than ever before.
To raise your own seedlings you simply plant seeds in the starter sets; water every few days; add small quantities of fertilizer, which may easily be dissolved in water; and transplant the seedlings to your garden. It’s as simple as that ! Complete kits may be purchased for as little as $1.00. And the beginner can get better results today than the expert a few years ago.
The latest forward step in seed starting is the use of clean, light, sterilized Mica-Gro instead of ‘“‘messy dirt.’’ Mica-Gro is an amazing new plant
PLANT STARTING KITS -
Plant Starting Kit No. 1
For early bloom and thrifty
Annual Flowers
gardening, practically all Dennison Seed annuals can be started from seed indoors. Among with sub-irrigation; five those especially recommended are: Aster, Calen- quarts Mica-Gro; dula, Marigold, Morning Glory, Petunia, Salvia, packet Plant
Snapdragon, Verbena, Zinnia.
Vegetables Vegetables ideally suited to starting to Start from seed indoors include: Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery,
Egg Plant, Lettuce, Pepper, Tomato
Breck’s new booklet, How Plants from Seed Indoors. Complete kit $1.00, 3 for $2.75 postpaid
The above kits are complete in themselves. Useful ac- cessories and additional helpful material for growing plants from seed indoors include Semesan, Osmo Pots, Plant Labels, Rootone, Transplantone. See pages 89-102.
growth medium which holds moisture perfectly, minimizes ‘‘damping off,’’ increases germination and encourages strong, healthy root growth.
For best results, use Mica-Gro in one of the new scientific sub-irrigated seed starter sets which permits watering from below. After the first two or three weeks, proper food is assured by a low-priced, easily handled plant food compound, containing essential vitamins and _ root-forming hormones.
Today, your indoor seedlings should make quick, sturdy growth, with su- perb root systems for easy transplanting and healthy development in the garden.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO START YOUR PLANTS from SEED, INDOORS
Plant Starting Kit No.2 With Our Compliments
W eae Seer Sara We want every gardener who metal) seed Starterwithsub- = orders one of these kits to have
irrigation; guaranteed 5 yrs. bere enaGitbeeed nncheteenl 10 quarts Mica-Gro, special SRO CCO DAC Ke ave suited to starting indoors. One
packet Plant Dinner; Breck’s new booklet, How will give you a blanket of color in to Start Plants from Seed your flower garden. The other is Indoors. Complete kit $2.50, an interesting vegetable—seldom 2 for $4.75 postpaid available in the market. These two packets will be sent you— with our compliments—with each of the complete plant starting kits described at the left.
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Brecks BOSTON PARK
QUALITY LAWN GRASS SEED MIXTURE NEW ENGLAND’S MOST FAMOUS GRASS SEED FOR SUNNY LOCATIONS
Use one pound to 250 square feet
5 Lbs. $2.95 10 Ibs. $5.75 25 Ibs. $13.75 100 Ibs. $52.00
{ AS LOW AS 59¢ ner IN 5 LB. LOTS i
For many years **Boston Park’? has been our standard recommendation
Lb. 65c.
to those who wish the best in lawn grass seed mixtures and for years its reputa- tion as a quality lawn builder has grown. The experience of five generations of New England seedsmen has been used in the blending of this superb mixture of choice grasses, each of which has survived the test of the most rigorous cold as well as the opposite extremes of Summer weather. ‘‘Boston Park’’ is designed | to provide the kind of lawn that everybody wants; one that starts green in the
Spring and stays green throughout the season. Guaranteed to contain no crabgrass seed.
Due to popular demand no Clover is included in this mixture.
| CLOVER, White Dutch THE STANDARD LAWN CLOVER 14 Ib. 50c. Lb. $1.50 5 Ibs. $7.00 10 Ibs. $13.50 This is the Clover which has been used so widely in lawn grass mixtures. Like lawn grasses it will withstand regular mowing and many people find its fresh, luxuriant green foliage a pleasing sight in the lawn. It is no longer one of the component parts of our famous ‘*Boston Park’? Lawn Seed Mixture.
A LAWN is the frame around your home and a frame should always be chosen which will com- plement the picture it surrounds. A good lawn may build up the home into an artist’s dream while an untidy poor one may completely ruin an architect’s masterpiece.
With this in mind we have been constantly
alert to the needs of our customers. We cannot seed and care for your lawn, but we can and do offer the finest materials possible for the building and upkeep.
Our line of grass seed mixtures is the best and there is one for every purpose, and in Brexone Fertilizer we offer as fine a lawn builder as money can buy.
5 Ibs. $3.20 10 Ibs. $6.00 100 Ibs. $54.00
Lb. 70c. 25 Ibs. $14.00
A companion to Breck’s Boston Park Lawn Seed Mixture and designed to blend perfectly with it. It is adapted to those places which have little or no direct sunshine. The component grasses are all of the highest quality. They have been chosen for their ability to withstand climatic extremes and because they will thrive in shady places where other grasses will not grow. Guar- anteed to contain no crabgrass seed.
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BRECK’S ach- Yard
LAWN GRASS MIXTURE Use one pound to 250 square feet
Lb. 50c. 5 Ibs. $2.35 10 Ibs. $4.50 25 Ibs. $10.50 100 Ibs. $40.00
This mixture of grasses is planned particularly to form a sod which will stand very hard usage and still prove permanent. It will make a strong, rapid growth and the roots will strike deep into the soil, thus providing a thick, green turf which will not suffer from rapid drying out in very dry weather. An ideal mixture for playgrounds too; no Clover is included.
B ante and Terrace
GRASS SEED MIXTURE
Use one pound to 250 square feet Lb. 60c. 5 Ibs. $2.85 10 Ibs. $5.50 25 Ibs. $13.00 100 Ibs. $50.00
Banks and terraces are often a part of the lawn surface around a house. For such sloping areas it is necessary to use a Lawn Seed Mixture that contains grasses which establish themselves quickly and with root systems that will not only support the grass plants, but also insure the slop- ing ground against erosion. The grasses used in Bank and Terrace Mixture will meet all condi- tions of drought and torrential rain.
Rootone-ize Your Grass Seed
Rootone wil! cause faster seed germi- nation and stronger root growth. The more rugged root system taps lower soil levels and brings more food and moisture to the plants. This also means better ut zation of fertilizer and therefore a thicker, heavier turf. The creation of a denser growth of grass is the best possible way to at- tain that much de- sired weed-free lawn. Rootone is a synthetic plant hormone powder which acts as a root-forming stim- ulant. Use 1 oz. with each 10 Ibs. of seed and stir un- til it has been thor- oughly distributed throughout the en- tire mixture. The thin coating of powder that ad- heres to the seed is sufficient to pro- duce the promised results. Package (for 2% Ibs. of seed) 25c., 2-oz. jar $1.00, Ib. $5.00
BRECK’S Vedturf
LAWN GRASS MIXTURE
Use one pound to 250 square feet
Lb. $1.00 5 Ibs. $4.75 10 Ibs. $9.00 25 Ibs. $21.00 100 Ibs. $80.00
The finest mixture of quality grasses for the home lawn that money can buy. It is made up of fast growing varieties which will start quickly and produce a fine close lawn within a few weeks, together with such permanent grasses as Colonial Bent and Chewing’s Fescue which gradually re- place the former to form a turf which will last for years, if given reasonable care. lawn will have a fine even texture of the richest green color; it will stand the severest cold of Winter and withstand the heat of Summer. Breck’s ‘‘Velturf’’ is guaranteed to contain no crabgrass seed and because of the luxuriant close
This permanent
textured turf when established crabgrass has little chance for survival. We cannot recommend this grand grass seed mixture too highly.
We suggest the use of Brexone Fertilizer on
BRECK’S Seashore LAWN GRASS MIXTURE
Use one pound to 250 square feet
Lb. 65c. 5 Ibs. $2.95 10 Ibs. $5.75 25 Ibs. $13.75 100 Ibs. $52.00
A mixture of grasses designed for use on the poor sandy soils that are found so often near the seashore. The grasses that have been included have been selected for their deep rooting quali- ties, their resistance to salt spray and for their ability to withstand drought. This mixture must not be expected to grow in clear sand but it will thrive under conditions too severe fcr other grass seed mixtures.
BRECK’S Putting-Green GRASS SEED MIXTURE
Use one pound to 250 square feet
Lb. 95c. 5 Ibs. $4.50 10 Ibs. $8.50 25 Ibs. $20.00 100 Ibs. $76.00
A mixture of Bent and other choice grasses which will withstand very close mowing and will produce a turf of that smooth, close, fine texture so necessary to the good putting green. The seeds that go into this mixture are of the highest grade and have been carefully tested for purity and germination.
HERBS f22 Hauer and
Herb Plants
BASIL, SWEET (Ocimum basilicum). A popular culinary herb with delightfully clove-scented leaves which may be used either fresh or dried for seasoning soups, salads, cottage cheese, chopped meats or sausages.
For three 90c., doz. $3.50
CHIVE (Allium schoenoprasum). Hardy peren- nial. Grows in small clumps with 10-inch tubu- lar leaves and pretty lilac flower heads. The foliage has a delicate Onion flavor and is in great demand for soups and salads; also adds a tasty tang to cottage cheese, omelettes and sandwich spreads. For three 90c., doz. $3.50
MARJORAM, SWEET (Majorana hortensis). The deliciously fragrant leaves of this plant are delightful in scent bags and in powders; fresh leaves may be used in salads, and dried leaves for seasoning meats, poultry or cheeses.
For three 90c., doz. $3.50
MINT. Hardy perennial plants which are valued for both flavor and fragrance. The fresh, leafy tops are used for jellies and in iced beverages. The powdered dried leaves are used for seasoning lamb or fish sauces, in Apple sauce and for sprinkling over vegetables. For three 90c., doz. $3.50
SAGE (Salvia officinalis). A hardy perennial. The fresh leaves may be chopped and used for flavoring sausage, cottage cheese or pickles. Dried and powdered they are used for sprinkling on roasted meats, in poultry stuffings and with certain cooked vegetables.
For three 90c., doz. $8.50
SAVORY, WINTER (Satureia montana). Hardy peren- nial plants of a somewhat shrubby nature the leaves of which remain nearly evergieen. The flowers are white and the plants may be clipped to form a very neat border plant. For three 90c., doz. $3.50
TARRAGON (Artemisia dracunculus). Hardy peren- nial plants with an anise-like flavor. The fresh leaves are used in salads and pickles; the dried leaves are added to soups, stews and cream sauces.
For three $1.00, doz. $4.00
THYME (Thymus vulgaris). A hardy, shrubby peren-
nial. The fresh tops are used for garnishing and the
leaves either dried or fresh are chopped and used for flavoring a great variety of cooked foods. For three 90c., doz. $3.50
VAG VAVICE
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| Kitchen Garden Collection of Culinary Herbs
§ Plants for $2.35
POSTPAID
| BASIL, SWEET CHIVE MARJORAM, SWEET MINT SAGE | SAVORY, WINTER | TARRAGON THYME
All Fresh Strong Plants
A Double Collection Postpaid
16 Plants $4.50
Herb Seeds
8145 Basil, Sweet (Ocimum basilicum). Treat as annual. Pkt. 25¢e%, 3) pkts..60c: 8191 Dill (Anethum graveolens). Annual. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c- 8202 Fennel! (Foeniculum vulgare). Treat as annual. Pkt. 25c. 3 pkts..60c: 8246 Lavender (J avandula officinalis). Hardy perennial. Pkt. 25e..00) DKtsso0c 8318 Sage (Salvia officinalis). Hardy perennial. Pkt. 25¢:).5 p&ts. O0G. (Satureia hortensis). Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
8329 Summer Annual.
Savery
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PIE PLANT
Victoria. A very popu- lar and particularly ap- petizing garden plant. Makes ‘‘yummy’”’ pies and tempting sauces. A few plants should be in every home garden. Continuous and gener- ous feedings are all that is needed to provide | delectable, high quality stalks for years to come. Rhubarb, once estab- lished becomes perma- nent. Large, strong
roots.
3 for $1.00
Each, 35c.; Doz., $3.50 Postpaid
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SWEET POTATOES, NANSEMOND
The best variety for New England Delivery—June
Strong, Well Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 for 50, $1.75 per 100, $15.00 per 1000 postpaid
Although Sweet Potatoes are commonly associated with the South, they can be grown with relative ease and amazing suc- cess in the home gardens of New England. You can’t imagine how delicious they are until you have enjoyed the products of your own efforts. After the weather has become warm, set the plants 1 foot apart in rows that have been hilled up to 6 inches above the level of the ground. They will grow rapidly, covering 8 to 10 feet with luxuriant green, viney growth. All they require is deeply prepared, well drained soil that has been treated with a fertilizer of high potash content. Try a row in the garden this year and you will never be without them again.
ASPARAGUS—Mary Washington
Delivery—March and April $1.00 for 25, $3.00 per 100, $25.00 per 1000 Transportation paid
No garden can be complete without a row or two of this delicious early Spring vegetable and the best of it all is that once planted an Asparagus bed will provide larger and better crops as the years pass. Reasonable care must be given each year to prepare for the following season’s crop but this care consists only of ordinary cultivation and feeding. The cul- tivation will prevent weeds from robbing the plants of nourishment and moisture, and the feeding which consists of two or three applications of fertilizer a year builds up stronger and healthier roots to pro- duce larger and better shoots the following year. How can you collect better garden dividends than by planting a crop, now, that will yield an ever in- creasing supply almost every day for practically two months each year—and this over a period of twenty years or more!! Don’t hesitate! To do so is wasting valuable time. It takes a couple of years before you can start cutting. Then, you can cut and cut fat, juicy stalks, to your heart’s content.
We offer only the newest and best variety; strong healthy roots just aching to push their way into’ the loam in your garden and grow, grow, grow.
This Ear of Midget Corn is Exactly Life Size ——
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5721 MASON’S GOLDEN MIDGET
LARGE QUARTER $ 1 00
iy POUND PACKETS Three packets for $2.75
At last a really fine, super-quality, butter yellow Sweet Corn of the true Baby Type, with ears big enough to pro- vide some real “‘munching”’ and yet midget enough to be a startling novelty when you serve the luscious garden- fresh ears to your guests.
Those who have tried this superbly sweet midget corn say that it is unquestionably the finest thing they have ever had. We believe it represents a really GREAT NOV- ELTY, one that you will enjoy having this year, because it is new, and next year, and the next, and the next, be- cause your garden won’t ever again be complete without it. Take our word for it. You won’t go wrong. It’s the sweetest yet!
We think our little girl—as the saying goes—is “‘as cute as a bunny.”’ She is just a very little girl, and walking down through the rows of midget Corn on her way to being photo- graphed she looked tall in comparison to the cornstalks. The ear at the top of the picture is just natural size. So there you have the story, the whole story, except for one thing.
Our supply of seed is good, but we hardly think it will be equal to the great demand that there will be for this sensational new Sweet Corn. So put two and two together for yourself, and get your order in EARLY.
We don’t want you to have to wait until 1944 to try this extra early midget Corn. Just DON’T MISS IT this year!
JERUSALEM ARTICHOKES
Delivery—March and April Plump, Firm Tubers. Lb. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90, 10 Ibs. $3.60, postpaid
Native vegetable plants grown for their edible potato-like tubers. They were once a staple food of the Cape Cod Indians and have a high nutritive value. Because they thrive on most any type of soil with practically no cultivation they are highly desirable for the home garden. Cut and used raw they make crisp, zestful tidbits for salads; excellent also boiled like new Potatoes.
Vegelatle
BUTTERNUT SQUASH 6954 A Great Specialty of Ours
Since introducing this Squash several years ago we have seen its popularity increase in a way that is truly sensational. We have had a flood of unsolicited testimonials that speak of it as “the top-notcher of all time,” and wherever it appears on the market it is snapped up ahead of all other varieties and at twice and three times the price. It is dis- tinct in form and flavor from all others. The yellow flesh is thick and dry. It is very pro- ductive, it keeps well, it is superbly delicious in every way—baked, boiled, or in pie—and it has recently received awards (noted below) that make it stand out as a really great addi- tion to the list of best vegetables. Butternut grows vigorously producing its abundant crop in late Summer and early Autumn.
Pkt. 15c., 4% oz. 60c., oz. $1.00, 44 Ib. $3.00
613322 OAK LEAF LETTUCE “king of the Salad Bow!”
“Bowl Salads” are increasing in popularity by leaps and bounds! Hostesses, everywhere, are featuring luscious mixed green salads in their entertaining, and why not ? In the Summer- time is there anything, after all, more delicious and appetizing than a well-chilled salad, espe- cially when the home garden can so easily supply the fresh-picked tender vitamin-rich in- gredients ?
Oak Leaf Lettuce is unbelievably decorative, and it is more delicate in texture and flavor than any semi-head variety we know. Asa centre or “‘heart”’ it forms a tight rosette of creamy- white and pale green leaves. This heart is surrounded by extremely tender darker green twisted and crumpled leaves in what appears to be almost a bouquet arrangement. The leaves closely resemble those of the White Oak. You will like it! Try it! Pkt. 25c., 4% oz. 60c., oz. $1.00
Sweet Com --- All Summer Long J
Here is a collection—a modern collection—that is unbeatable. By planting all four varieties on the same day you will get your first delicious succession crop. Then at fifteen to twenty day intervals make additional plantings. By following this plan you will have Sweet Corn
all season long. 65¢.
Lincoln. 84 days. Justly considered the top-
PACKETS (4 Ib. each) all packaged together Postpaid anywhere in the U. S. A. for
(This special offer represents an 80 cent value.)
Spancross. 70 days. An extra-early hybrid
corn with medium sized ears of good quality. Resistant to bacterial wilt as well as to cold ground which is important to those who strive to pick the very first corn in the whole neigh- borhood.
Carmelcross. 78 days. An ideal succession variety for the extra early hybrids. The 8 inch ears have exceptional table quality. A good and reliable producer in every way, and vastly better than so many of the yellow corn va- rieties that people plant without knowing why.
quality hybrid sweet corn of midsummer. The ears are medium sized and well filled with luscious golden kernels. Lincoln comes in just when you want sweet corn “‘at its best.” A top-notcher.
Golden Cross Bantam. §&8 days. With this variety in your garden you will have the last word in ‘‘Golden Bantam”’ brought up-to-date. A corn of great merit with eight inch ears of exceptional quality and flavor.
Massachusetts Horticultural Society Awards
Sept. 28, 1942—Award of Merit Nov. 5, 1942—Szlver Medal
Specia to for TOHS
5525 GOLDEN BEAUTY CARROT |
We are very proud of this especially fine j “Nantes Type’ Carrot. We consider it ideal in every way for the home gar- J A
den, and ever since we introduced it 7 to our customers we have received
much favorable, not to say enthusi- | * astic comment about its very su-
perior flavor, its fine orange color,
and the delicate crispness of its y
flesh. Golden Beauty is out- standing. The roots are me- dium sized, and _ perfectly
coreless. Everything
about it represents quality. j
We urge you to grow it é 7
this year. A RB y; 7 ) necheA Pkt. 25c. fs 7 Vp OZe. hee y 4 73009 BELMONT OZ eee 5c. y
beets $2.50 / fi TOMATO
“4 The finest Trellis Tomato in existence. om —_ Belmont is full-flavored with no acidity and with but few seeds. It develops an even color all over and the fruits are as smooth and brilliant as the finest hot- house specimens. They are medium to small—the ideal size for salads, for broiling or for stuffing.
= rte We recommend growing this
Pes. eae al variety on a trellis or training.
it i the plants up on high bean poles
Pe or stakes. Belmont sets its fruit
& in bunches of from five to ten.
6620 THE MIRACLE & A properly trained plant is truly PEA EE an amazing sight. Enormous a crops of superb table quality ) fruits can be produced in this / manner in small garden space.
When it was first introduced in England | Bie Sc" by its originator this most outstanding y VISE. ys ee Ce variety was christened “The Miracle.” / Oz: $1.25 We were the first to import this dis- ae tinctly fine garden pea for planting .g here and we now grow our seed ™
stock in this country from the true originator’s stock. The vines grow to medium height and produce a heavy crop of dark green pods well filled with peas of rich color and_ ex- quisite flavor. Among its many fine points the fact that it is drought-resistant makes “The Miracle’’ par- ticularly valuable for the home garden. We recom- mend it to you unre- servedly.
Your Victory Coshing”!
THE BALANCED DIET RECOMMENDED BY YOUR GOVERNMENT INCLUDES TWO VEGETABLES OR MORE EVERY DAY .. .
Breck's Seeds, Proper Planting and Cultivation Will Provide Tastier, Dewy-Fresh Vegetables at Low Cost
THE CHART BELOW WILL HELP YOU PLAN A GARDEN THAT WILL PROVIDE YOUR FAMILY WITH VITAMINS FOR VICTORY
Important source of vitamin C because there is little loss in cooking and canning; in many parts of the country there can be a long growing
season; they are easily canned; universally liked and can do munch to make meals appetizing.
VITAMIN A and C
Green leaf lettuce 1s an excellent source of vitamin A and contributes smaller amounts of other vitamins and minerals. The outer green leaves may be as much as 30 times richer in vitamin A than the inner bleached leaves.
Not notable for its vitamin content although it contains small amounts of both A and C. Very much relished however in salads.
Well-liked: is an excellent source of vitamin C especially when eaten raw (and this should be encouraged); season in which it can be obtained fresh is long in many sections of the country; can be stored and can be preserved as kraut.
VITAMINS A, B,C aa : , 2 ; oe a Important sources of vitamins A, C; iron and sometimes of calcium; they also furnish some vitamin B, and riboflavin; growing season can be long CALCIUM in a large part of the country; they can be canned for home use during the rest of the year. Every family should have one or more of these. ’ IRON Generally liked; fair source of several nutrients; especially good for home canning. An excellent source of vitamin A; contribute some vitamin B,, C and riboflavin; have a variety of uses in meal planning; can be eaten raw and cooked; can be canned or stored. VITAMINS eer - Aande An excellent source of vitamin A; can be stored for some time. Important source of vitamin A; contribute significant amounts of iron, vitamins B, and C, especially when used in large quantities as in the South. Chief nutritional value is in the tops; suggest they be used young when leaves are edible. An excellent source of vitamin C; also contains other vitamins and minerals; the aristocrat of the cabbage family. VITAMIN : : 3 ; eee : c Considered to be a delicacy by many; contains small amounts of all the vitamins except A together with small amounts of the nutritional minerals. and F : P ; Important for their flavor when eaten either raw or cooked. They contain some of all the important vitamins except A together with calcium and CALCIUM iron but are not outstanding for nutritive value. and IRON A good source of. vitamin C; also some of other vitamins and minerals. The yellow varieties contain more of vitamin A. Like beets, the chief nutritional value is in the tops. Eaten raw they furnish considerable vitamin C; rutabagas also contain some vitamin A. Provide a good supply of vitamin C with some vitamin B,, calcium and iron. VITAMINS , ae apes ah : 3 ABC Well liked; yellow varieties contain vitamin A; both white and yellow contain small amounts of other vitamins and minerals. t/ J e VITAMINS Green Peas are a good source of vitamin C; furnish significant amounts of vitamin B,, iron and vitamin A. Excellent for home canning. Dried AyBC Peas are important because they can be stored ; good source of protein, iron, calcium, vitamin B, and riboflavin. Universally liked. and Good source of vitamin C, fair source of vitamin B, and iron; when green they contain vitamin A; can be canned or dried when green or mature and IRON stored; well liked. VITAMIN Universally liked; contribute important amounts of iron, vitamins B, and C; can be stored. Because of the large quantities eaten, Potatoes are.
vastly more important than many vegetables that have much higher vitamin cohtent.
C and IRON
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A Guide to Garden Planning
VEGETABLE PLANTING CHART
In order to simplify the planning of your garden and so that you may have your seed requirements on hand in good
season, we have prepared the following vegetable planting table. for weather conditions vary so from year to year that hard and
sible.
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The dates given must by necessity be approximate fast rules in regard to times of planting are impos- However, unless the season is unusually late they may be followed with reasonable assurance of safety.
Our
estimates on the number of plants or the length of row that an ounce or a pound of seed will produce, are moderate. In many cases many more plants will result and if great care is taken in handling, the seed will sow a row longer than
that specified. @
In spite of variations such as are mentioned above we believe that you will find this chart helpful.
Time to Plant
What May Be Expected
Planting Measurements
Vegetable = Indoor SOE ONO GO a From 1 02. From 1 1b. | Distance Be- | Distance Be- Depth to Sowing [Paap To of Seed of Seed tween Rows | tween Plants | Plant Seed ASDARALUS See a ae tee | ee PNvov Ula — hile aa eceete SOO sonics || dees: 3 feet 15 inches 1g inch Greene Bush aaa le A. May 1 August [atl mete eer 50 feet 21% feet 2 inches _ inch ee Bish ieee ene ee bark we May 1 Avie tistnl ann Ge eee 50 feet 21% feet 2 inches __\% inch IDwartishellie tee eee eer nae May 1 urs AO) NS eat 50 teet 21% feet 4 inches V6 inch Beers [Bin oN Brbose ee ae Rann |e ee May 15 junel2 Omen ieee ee 50 feet 21% feet | 4 inches 1% inch BOA tans er ae ae Ale eas April 20 ifr il | etc oe ae 50 feet 3 feet 4 inches 1 inch Ole winia aati ewee erry ile. ea: May 15 Janes! Ol yl eeeraeeree 75 hills 4 feet 2 feet 1 inch Ee SO Pe Ce 5 ee May 1 iia eee 200 hills 4 feet 2 feet M4 inch SOve SOA ie cee eee ee nd ens May 1 iinecanty) eu us See ae 50 feet 216 feet 2 inches __'4 inch Bective s tine ha ee POF cadans April 20 July 25 SONG | sa eoae = 11% feet 2 inches V6 inch Broccoliger eer ree March 15 April 20. June 1 2000 plants | _..... eae 21% feet 114 feet 4 inch Brussels Sprouts................ March 15 April 20 May 20 2000 plants (0. 2288 | 2% feet 11% feet 14 inch Waly eee, ae ee March 15 April 20 July 10 200 0holantan|lmenn nnn S 21% feet 11% feet 44 inch Cabbase | ie CE oe one | ee May 1 June 1 2000 plants eee _| 2% feet 2 feet 14 inch Chinese pee oe. April 1 July 1 July 20 5000 plants i ieee 216 feet 11% feet 4 inch Carrot ee ee ee eee April 20 August 1 LOO teeth errr: 1% feet 2 inches 14 inch Cauliflower..................... March 15 May 1 June 15 Z000;plantst ee cee _ 2% feet 11% feet M4 inch Celeriac...... March 1 May 1 July 1 3000 plants eum eee ye eek 6 inches 1/16 inch Celery eye he eet es tos March 1 April 20 May 20 3000 plants QF 216 feet 8 inches 1/16 inch GHervil Mi re ee eres lhe eet cuss April 20 August 1 100 feet heueeees 11% feet 2 inches 14 inch CHICOIV I ee a eee | May 15 July 1 100 feet, |. aeoeene: 2 feet 6 inches 14 inch CHIVES Hae one ee a aie April 20 July 1 200 feet TREO: 114 feet 12 inches 14 inch Sat hy ee eh ee ici rere eee Gees May 1 Wek ee news 200 feet 3 feet 12 inches 1 inch corr { [EAS oe eae cl Nomen we May 1 ure ws | ekaotens 200 feet 3 feet 12 inches 1 inch Corn Salad Pree te oe ee April 20 August 15 AOC Shy ee FSS 1 foot 3 inches 16 inch Cress ee ee ee | re ented April 20 August 15 LOORECCt IE Meneses 1 foot inch 14 inch Gucumberse ee Hen eetieretea: June 1 July 1 GOR Sy eee 4 feet 4 feet 1g inch Darel ira rr ee et oes May 1 June 30 QOOT GET RD nee tes 11% feet 6 inches 14 inch Ereplante ieee ee es arch 25 8S ee eer LOO ORp Lames yy eae 4 feet 3 feet 1X inch Endivewe ee ee eee es April 20 August 1 S000 plantcn i) sen 114 feet 12 inches 14 inch Florence Fennel.................| «+--+: June 1 July 1 LOOTCERRMIL tea a20 oe 2 feet 6 inches Y% inch iCal do yor 8) ore ial ere “ye Mayeld July 1 2000 plants lf gece. os. 2 feet 11% feet 1 inch Kohirabimecn kk dec IL, Se oe April 20 August 1 U5Osteetes | SFo wee. 2 feet 4 inches 14 inch Weeks Weer e snc secu, oe ieee March 1 April 1 June 1 WOO Hee. | Va abo. 11% feet 4 inches War ean etticest ce) (so oan atm March 15 April 1 August 15 | 3000 plants | ........ 2 feet 12 inches 14 inch Mangel Wurzel..................|__+ +--+: April 20 June 1 Ome) || Pe 2 feet 10 inches 1g inch WMiclor wan es da ee ee resents June 1 July 1 GO orig” wake ee 4 feet 4 feet 1% inch IVT US EA eee erent ee eee April 20 August 15 100Reet wy ees 1% feet 6 inches 14 inch Ora i eee al. 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Beans Bountiful
ASPARAGUS
An excellent source of vitamin C; also con- tains vitamin A and iron.
Asparagus is a hardy perennial plant which will bear a satisfactory crop over a 20-year period if the bed is properly established and cared for. e recom- mend the purchase of ASPARAGUS ROOTS (see page 5) rather than seeds for the fussy work of start- ing, transplanting and selection are thus eliminated and above all, a crop may be harvested at least 2 years earlier.
If seed is used sow it thinly in drills, in the early Spring and cover to a depth of only 14 inch. The resulting plants should be thinned out to stand at least 6 inches apart and when a year old transplant them to carefully prepared and heavily enriched beds. 1 ounce of seed will sow about 60 feet of drill 5015 Mary Washington. This variety was
developed by U. S. Department of Agricul-
ture and since its introduction it has been the most popular variety in cultivation, primarily because of its immunity to rust. The stalks are dark green with purplish tips. Very large, straight, and of superb quality.
Pkt. 15c., oz. 50c., 14 Ib. $1.50
The Pest Varieties of BEANS
SNAP BEANS are a good source of vitamin A and a fair source of vitamin C. SHELL BEANS are important for their protein, iron, calcium, Vitamin B1 and riboflavin. LIMA BEANS pro- vide a good supply of vitamin C and a fair supply of vitamin B1 and iron.
Time to Plant—Seed of most BUSH BEANS may be sown about May | with later plantings until about August 1; DWARF SHELL BEANS from May | to about June 20 and POLE SNAP BEANS from May | to July 5. LIMA BEANS should not be planted before May 15 with later plantings of the Bush varieties until about June 20 and until about June 10 with the Pole varieties. :
Soil Preparation—Beans are one of the easiest crops to raise. They will grow in almost any reason-
ably good garden soil which only needs to be prepared by being thoroughly dug over to the full depth of a spading fork.
Planting—Plant BUSH BEANS in rows about 216 feet apart and. cover the seed to a depth of about 14 inch. POLE BEANS should be planted in hills with a stout pole, 6 feet or more long in the center of each hill. These hills should be arranged in rows and spaced about 2 feet apart in the row. Leave about 4 feet between the rows to admit plenty of air and light. Two or three plants are all that should be allowed to each pole.
1 pound of BUSH BEANS will sow a row of about
50 feet; 11b. of POLE BEANS (except Limas) will
plant about 200 hills; and lb. of LIMAS, about 75 hills
Green Bush Beans
5020 Tendergreem. 54 days. An extremely delicious and absolutely stringless green Bean of superior quality. Prolific and one of the earliest, in light warm soils. The pods are a deep rich green, 414 to 6 in. long, perfectly round and very brittle.
1% |b. 25c., lb. 45c., 5 Ibs. $2.15, 10 lbs. $4.00
5024 Stringiess Green Pod. 50 days. Extra early, vigorous, and productive. Pods 5 in. long, round, deep green in color and perfectly stringless. Quality excellent.
14 lb. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90, 10 Ibs. $3.60
5028 Bountiful. 49 days. Without question this is the most widely planted and most popu- lar green Bean today. It is a prolific and con- tinuous cropper, producing long, flat, rich green, meaty pods of uniform length. The quality and melting flavor of the Beans are un- excelled. It is absolutely stringless.
14 Ib. 25c., Ib. 40c., 5 lbs. $1.90, 10 Ibs. $3.60
036 Plentiful. 52 days. A very promising new variety. Flat-podded, green and very pro- ductive. The plants are rust-resistant. This delicious snap Bean was awarded a bronze medal in the 1938 All America Selections.
V4 |b. 25c., lb. 45c., 5 Ibs. $2.15, 10 lbs. $4.00
5041 Stringless Black Valentine. 52 days
A semi-round, early productive and stringless Bean with slightly curved pods. A great im- provement over the old black Valentine va- riety from which this strain has been developed.
16 |b. 25c., lb. 45c., 5 Ibs. $2.15, 10 lbs. $4.00
5052 Low’s Champion (Red Cranberry). 55 days. Pods large, green, flat, and quite string- less. A great favorite over a long period.
14 Ib. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90, 10 lbs. $3.60
5056 Late Refugee (1000-to-1). 70 days.
An excellent sort for cold-pack or for pickling. 1 Ib. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90, 10 lbs. $3.60
SOYBEANS (Soja Beans)
An excellent source of vitamins A, B1, and B2, also very high in fat and protein content.
Soybeans are a relatively new crop in this part ot the country but due to their ability to thrive in soils too poor for many other things and because of their high nutritive content, they will undoubtedly prove to be very valuable.
Sow the seeds in the open ground during May, after having prepared the soil by thorough digging and fertilizing. Inoculate with Nodogen before sowing. Plant in drills spaced about 2'% feet apart and
cover to a depth of about 4 inch.
5059 Bansei. 90 days. Erect, 3 to 4 foot plants; very prolific and well adapted to growing in New England. The beans have a mild and pleasing flavor. REpaeloc.,
1 Ib. 25c., lb. 45c., 5 lbs. $2.15, 10 lbs. $4.00
THE MEXICAN BEAN BEETLE A serious menace but one which may | easily be eliminated by dusting the plants | with Rotosyn Rotenone Dust. This powder | is absolutely harmless to humans but deadly | to the Bean beetles. Very easily applied. Lb. 30c., 5 Ibs. $1.00, 25 Ibs. $4.50
Brecht Collection of Vegetable Seeds For 1943 VICTORY GARDENS
This collection of always-popular vegetables represents the basis for a: well- balanced Victory Garden. ' Cultural directions are printed on each vegetable packet. A suggestive garden plan is packed with every collection.:
1/2 Lb. BEANS — BUSH
BRECK’S BEATS ALL 1 Pkt. BROCCOLI -
1, Pkt. CARROTS BOUNTIFUL CHANTENAY 1 Pkt. BEANS— POLE 1 Pkt. LETTUCE . : KENTUCKY WONDER BIG BOSTON 1 Pkt. BEETS — 1 Pkt. RADISH
SCARLET GLOBE
1 Pkt. SWISS CHARD DARK GREEN CURLED
Corn is not included in the above collection but for
ts) \,'4 31 Oe a OO) 50) ey .W i Be) ©1\1/1\")) 1 a RO) | Oram
Beans for All Purposes
Wax-Podded Bush Beans
5062 Golden Wax, Improved Rustproof.
a en ee ee 48 days. Top notch strain. The most popular
variety for home garden. A Bean of outstand- Ing merit. Rust-resistant and stringless, with long, flat pods of the finest quality and flavor.
VY Ib. 25c., lb. 45c., 5 lbs. $2.15, 10 Ibs. $4.00
5064 Sure Crop Wax (Golden Bountiful). 53 days. A popular variety bearing 5 to 6 inch, thick-flat, stringless pods of bright buttery yellow. Very prolific.
VY Ib. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90, 10 lbs. $3.60
5068 Pencil-Pod Black Wax. 54 days. A fine, early and productive Bean with round, meaty, stringless pods 6 to 7 in. long. Color bright yellow. Quality of the best.
14 Ib. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90, 10 Ibs. $3.60
Dwarf Shell Beans
5086 French’s Horticultural (Breck’s Tewks-
bury Strain). 65 days. An extremely hand- some and prolific Bean of the finest quality. Plants erect with a tendency to throw out short runners. The pods, averaging 7 to 8 in. long, are splashed with vivid crimson.
14 |b. 25c., lb. 45c., 5 Ibs. $2.15, 10 lbs. $4.00
BAKING VARIETIES
5096 Red Kidney. 95 days. An excellent Shell Bean. Grown largely for uses as a dried Bean and especially recommended for baking.
1 |b. 20c., Ib. 35c., 5 Ibs. $1.60, 10 Ibs. $3.00
5101 Boston Pea Bean. 93 days. A very
small white Bean popular for baking. 1% |b. 15c., lb. 30c., 5 lbs. $1.45, 10 lbs. $2.75
5108 Yellow Eye Improved. 100 days. A popular baking Bean. 1 lb. 20c., lb. 35c., 5 Ibs. $1.60, 10 lbs. $3.00
Bush Lima Beans 5115 Fordhook Bush. 75 days. The highest
quality Bush variety with pods of good size, usually filled with four beans of light green col- or and melting succulence. The best Bush Lima of them all for home garden or for market. V6 lb. 30c., lb. 55c., 5 lbs. $2.65, 10 Ibs. $5.00 5126 Henderson’s Bush. 63 days. The always-
popular Baby Lima. The plants are very pro- lific, producing small pods, but quantities of them. Recommended to those who prefer the small Beans.
Vo lb. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 lbs. $1.90, 10 lbs. $3.60
English Broad Beans 5137 Broad Windsor (Mammoth Fava). 75 days. large flat Beans resembling Limas; used as shell beans. The plants are erect and grow 3 feet or more high. They are hardy and should be planted about April 20. Sow the seed in rows and cover with one inch of soil. Space the rows 3 feet apart. When the plants are started, thin out to stand 4 inches apart. One pound of seed will sow a 50 foot row. 1% |b. 30c.. lb. 50c., 5 Ibs. $2.35, 10 lbs. $4.50
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Beans, French’s Horticultural
Pole Lima Beans 5201 King of the Garden (Ventura Strain).
90 days. Most delicious beans of the highest
table quality, produced on plants that are both
vigorous and prolific. The 6-to-7-in. pods con-
tain light green beans of large size.
Pkt. 20c., % lb. 30c., lb. 55c., 5 lbs. $2.65,
10 Ibs. $5.00
5207 Sieva (Small Pole Lima). 77 days. An
early cropping, productive and hardy variety.
Beans small and of excellent quality, some- what like Henderson’s Bush.
Pkt. 15c., 1% lb. 25c., Ib. 45c., 5 Ibs. $2.15,
10 Ibs. $4.00
5209 Decatur Pole Beans
Winner of the 1942 A.A.S. Silver Medal. A green-podded Pole Snap Bean that grows vigorously and produces an enormous crop of exceptionally fine Beans over a long sea- son. The round pods are straight and long, stringless, and of unequalled quality. Pole Beans are space savers. They should be grown in more gardens. Be sure and try
this splendid new variety. Soy Pkt. 25c., % lb. 45c., Ib. 85c.
Pole Beans
5211 Kentucky Wonder (Qjq Homestead).
65 days. The quality and general value of this time-honored and splendid variety puts it ina class by itself. Enormously productive. Long green, irregularly shaped pods. Pkt. 15c., 14 lb. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90, 10 Ibs. $3.60 5218 Kentucky Wonder Wax. 67 days. Simi- lar to the Green-podded Kentucky Wonder except for the fact that the pods are of a light yellow color. Fine quality. Pkt. 1d5c., % lb. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90, 10 Ibs. $3.60 5224 New Italian Pole. 70 days. A green- podded string Bean slightly streaked with pur- ple. An enormous cropper. The beans are of excellent quality and flavor. Pkt. 25c., % lb. 45c., Ib. 85c. 5226 Worcester Horticultural Pole. 80 days. A mammoth form of the old-fashioned Horti- cultural Shell or Speckled Cranberry Bean. The best type of Horticultural Shell Bean. Pods heavy, splashed with red, about 7 in. long. The dried beans are about twice the size of the old type. Pkt. 15c., % lb. 25c., Ib. 45c., 5 lbs. $2.15, 10 lbs. $4.00
5233 Scarlet Runner. 90 days. Used primarily as an ornamental climber because of its bright scarlet flowers and clean healthy foliage. Dis- tinctly ornamental.
Pkt. 20c., % |b. 30c., Ib. 50c., 5 Ibs. $2.35, 10 lbs. $4.50
12 We Pay Transportation on Vegetable Seeds Anywhere in U. S. A.
Beets are generally liked but their chief nutritional value is in their tops. Beet greens are an excellent source of vitamin A and a good source of both vitamin C and iron.
Time to Plant—Sow quite early in the Spring(aboutApril 20)and at intervals, from then until about July 25.
Soil Preparation —A light, rich soil is best. Do not use fresh manure for it will cause the roots to become scabby. Old, well rotted manure well mixed with the soil is excellent; also a standard vezetable fertilizer with
a high potash content.
Planting—Sow the seed thinly in rows and later thin out so that the plants will stand about 2 inches apart.
Allow about |'%4 feet of space between rows.
1 ounce of seed should sow a 50-foot row
5272 Crosby’s Egyptian, Breck’s Arlington
Strain. 509 to 55 days. This strain is un- equaled for its fine shape, color and quality. The roots are uniform in appearance with small tops and slender tap-roots. For table use, and therefore for growing in the home garden, we recommend it unreservedly. IPNie, Ase,
1% oz. 30c., oz. 50c., 14 Ib. $1.50, Lb. $4.50
5274 Early Wonder. 49 to 52 days. Has a small top and therefore is an excellent Beet for bunching. Roots somewhat top-shaped of uniform color and good quality.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., 144 1b. $1.00
5279 Breck’s Beats All. 6 days. Generally
considered an excellent all-round early or main crop Beet for the home garden and general planting. The tops are small, upright in growth; leaves dark green, shaded with red; color uniformly deep red; flesh, a vermilion- red zoned with a slightly lighter shade of same color.
Pkt. 10c, % oz. 25c., oz. 40c3 44 Ibs flats
5283 Harvard. 55 to 60 days. Since its intro- duction a few years ago, this really superb quality Beet has gained tremendous popular- ity. Luscious when grown rapidly and picked small. Phtwllocs 02. D0Cy 4 ba mleol
SUGAR BEETS and MANGEL-WURZEL
5247 Breck’sMammothLongRed. 110days. For stock and poultry feed. This fine strain is smooth-skinned and fine-grained. Color deep red. Roots very large and oval in form,
Oz. ldc., 44 |b. 45c., Ib. $1.25, 5 Ibs. $5.00
5268 Giant Half Sugar. 90 days. Flesh white, sometimes tinged with rose. Oz. 15c., 14 Ib. 45c., lb. $1.25, 5 Ibs. $5.00
5297 Detroit Dark Red. 58 days. Roots are very smooth, globular, and of a very dark red color. Tops small and reddish green. An excel- lent main-crop and canning Beet.
Pkt lOcs 4 0z,25¢.,0z.40c, Ya lb. Sills
5308 Beets for Greens. This variety is offered especially for the production of vitamin-rich greens rather than roots. These Beet tops are considered to be among the most tasty of Summer greens. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 Ib: 75c.
BROCCOLI
Rich in vitamins A and C and a fair source of calctum and iron.
Time to Plant—Seeds may be sown either indoors or in a coldframe as early as March 15, or from April 20 to about June | in the open ground.
Soil—The soil should be deep, rich and well drained. Wet or sour conditions will only result in failure.
Seed Sowing —For the early crop sow in flats or in sheltered seed beds of finely pulverized loam. Broadcast the seed thinly over the surface and cover lightly (no more than 4 inch) with finely sifted soil.
Culture—When the resulting plants are large enough to handle, thin out or transplant so they will have ample space in which to develop, and transplant to the garden after May |. Set the plants about 18 inches apart in rows with about 2!4 feet between the rows. After the central head has been cut (about 60 days after the plants have been set out) side branches will develop and provide a succession of edible heads over a long season.
1 ounce should produce 2000 plants
5319 Italian, Breck’s Selected Stock. SO days. This is a very superior strain of this extremely popular and easily grown vege- table. It first produces a large and handsome center head, which when cut, is followed by many smaller heads on offset branches. A continuous supply is thus enjoyed. We rec- ommend all home growers to give this a place in their gardens.
Pkt. 25c., % oz. 75c., oz. $1.35, 14 lb. $4.00
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BRUSSELS SPROUTS
An excellent source of vitamin C with a fair supply of vitamin A.
Time to Plant—Sow indoors or in a coldframe about March 15 or in the garden from about April 20 until May 20. —
Soil—A deep, rich, well drained soil is essential. It must not be wet or sour for failure will result.
Seed Sowing—Sow in flats or in sheltered seed beds of finely-pulverized loam. Broadcast the seed thinly over the surface and cover lightly (no more than 14 inch) with finely sifted soil.
Culture—When the resulting plants are large enough to handle thin out and transplant to the gar- den after May |. Set the plants about 18 inches apart
in rows with about 2!¢ feet between the rows. 1 ounce of seed should produce about 2900 plants
5331 Long Island Mammoth. 1909 days
Seed of the highest selection. Sprouts thickly set, solid, good size. Pkt. 50c., 44 oz. $1.50, oz. $2.50, 14 Ib. $7.50
5333 Improved Paris Market. 120 days. A reliable variety producing small, hard sprouts. Pkt. 15c., 4 oz. 45c., oz. 75c., 4% Ib. $2.25
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Time to Plant—Early Cabba garden from April 20 until about Soil—The soil for Cabbage should be deep, Seed Sowing—Sow in flats or in sheltered s
rich and well drained. Wet, sour soils will only cause failure. eed beds of finely pulverized loam. Broadcast the seed thinly
over the surface and cover lightly (no more than \4 inch) with finely sifted soil.
Culture—When the plants are large enough to apart to develop properly. Early Cabbage may be late April on. Late Cabbage for Winter use shoul plants 18 inches apart (late varieties 24 inches)
handle thin out or transplant so that they will be far enough transferred to their permanent positions in the garden from d be set out not later than July 15. In planting out set the in rows and allow 2!% feet between rows.
1 ounce of seed should produce about 2000 plants
EARLY VARIETIES 5354 Copenhagen Market. 65 to 70 davs. An
excellent standard early sort. Heads medium- large, round, solid and very uniform. Comes in just after Early Jersey Wakefield. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 40c., oz. 70c., 14 lb. $2.00 5357 Golden Acre. 62 days. An extra-early selection of Copenhagen Market. Plants small and compact. Heads medium size, unusually solid, and very uniform. Quality excellent. A week or more earlier than Copenhagen Mar- LN Pkt. 1l5c., 4% oz. 60c., oz. $1.00, 14 Ib. $3.00 5364 Early Jersey Wakefield. 63 to 66 days. Very early. Heads cone-shaped, solid, and of good quality. Gee lOCH 24 O75 o0C. Oz. GUC, sa lba mleLo:
MAIN CROP, or LATE VARIETIES 5368 Danish Ball Head. (Emperor or Hol-
lander). 105 to 110 days. The most widely used and the best of the late Cabbages. Good for storage and for kraut. Heads extremely solid and almost round. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 40c., oz. 70c., 14 lb. $2.00 5379 Premium Late Flat Dutch. 110 days. This is the best substitute we can offer in place of Warren’s Stone Mason. Large, late, ex- tremely flat, solid heads; good keeper and shipper. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 35c., oz. 60c., 14 Ib. $1.75 5387 Penn State Ballhead. 105 days. A selec- tion of the Danish Ballhead developed at the Pennsylvania State College. Heads large and
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SAVOY VARIETIES 5391 Breck’s Winchester Savoy. 99 days. A
carefully selected stock of mammoth size. The finest of all Cabbages for Winter storage. Large, uniformly-shaped solid heads. Fine
flavor. Pkt. loc, 4% oz. 50c;, oz. 85c:, 14 lb. $2.50 5399 Improved American Savoy. 90 days. Large, late, crumpled-leaf. Good keeper. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 35c., oz. 60c., 4% Ib. $1.75
RED VARIETIES “ 5407 Red Rock. 100 days. Heads large, round very solid, and deep purplish-red. Late and an excellent keeper. Pkt. 15c., % oz. 45c., oz. 75c., 14 Ib. $2.25 5413 Extra Early Haco. 75 days. The earliest red Cabbage. Heads medium size, hard as rocks, dark red in color and of delicious flavor. Pkt. 15c., 4% oz. 50c., oz. 85c., 14 Ib. $2.50
CHINESE CABBAGE
Chinese Cabbage thrives best in cool weather and is therefore grown as a Fall crop. However, if an early Spring crop is desired sow the seed indoors about April 1 and transplant to the garden in late April. Otherwise sow in the open ground during early July in rows, spacing the rows about 2!% feet apart. Cover the seed with not more than 14 inch of soil. When the plants are 2 or 3 inches tall, thin out or transplant to about 18 inches apart.
1 ounce of seed should produce about 5000 plants
5421 Chihili. 75 days. A tall and slender va- riety which resembles Cos Lettuce. The mid- ribs are large and the heads cylindrical. 14 to 18 in. in height.
Pkt. 10c., % oz. 40c., oz. 70c., 44 Ib. $2.00
CHICORY
Seeds should be sown in deep, well prepared soil during May or June. Sow in rows and cover the seeds with not over 4 inch of soil. Leave about 2 feet be- tween rows and when the plants are large enough to handle thin them out to stand about 6 inches apart.
In the late Fall the roots of WITLOOF CHICORY may be lifted and stored in sand in a cool cellar for forcing at intervals during the Winter or they may be left in the open ground until Spring. Then the tender shoots may be cut when they reach a length 6 to 8 inches and used as greens. When forcing plant the roots in boxes of soil. Set them in an upright position and quite close together. After planting, the boxes should be set in a warm location and covered with about 6 inches of sand. In about 4 weeks they will develop (in the sand) those choice blanched heads which are sold as “French Endive.”
The LARGE ROOTED variety is grown in the same manner outdoors but in the Fall the roots are lifted, thoroughly dried and roasted; then ground and used as a substitute for coffee.
1 ounce of seed will sow a 100-foot row
5446 Witloof (French Endive). salad purposes and as greens. Pkt. 10c., 4% oz. 40c., oz. 70c., 4 1b. $2.00
5457 Large-rooted. Grown and used as a sub- stitute for coffee. : Pkt. 10c., % oz. 40c., oz. 70c., 14 lb. $2.00
CHIVES
Chives seeds may be sown outdoors from about April 20 until early July. Sow thinly in rows, spaced about 18 inches apart. The resulting plants should be thinned out or transplanted to stand about | foot apart. Chives are perfectly hardy and may remain in the garden throughout the Winter or the plants may be lifted and planted in pots or boxes for growing in- doors during the Winter for a constant supply of this most desirable flavoring plant.
1 ounce of seed will sow a 200-foot row
5461 Chive Seeds. Pkt. 25c., % oz. 60c., oz. $1.00
CHIVE PLANTS. Each 35c., doz. $3.50
Used for
5525 Golden Beauty. 70 days. The sweetest and most delicately flavored Carrot we have ever offered. The flesh is of fine texture and color. We recommend this coreless variety unreservedly for the home garden as a Carrot of outstanding merit.
Pkt. 25c., % oz. 50c., oz. 85c., 14 Ib. $2.50
5540 Breck’s Danvers Half-Long, Special
Strain. 75 days. Rich, dark orange in color. Fine grained. Tender and a general favorite. A dependable half-long, stump-rooted variety for home or market garden use.
Pkt. 25c., % oz. 50c., oz. 85c., 14 Ib. $2.50
Hotkaps are specially constructed plant pro- tectors ready to place over plants in the garden to serve as individual hot houses and protect against frost, rain, wind and insects. Scientifi- cally designed to allow the proper light and air, and to force plant growth, making healthier stronger plants, 2 to 3 weeks earlier. Diam. 11 inches; height 6 inches.
Pkg. of 25 Hotkaps with Paper Setter (weight 2 lbs.) for 50c., postage extra. Pkg. of 100 Hotkaps with Paper Setter (weight 5 lbs.) for $1.95, postage extra,
Carrot, Breck’s Danvers Half-Long, Special Strain
CAULIFLOWER
Contains an excellent percentage of vitamin C.
Cauliflower Breck’s White Bouquet
Time to Plant—Sow the seed indoors or in a cold- frame about March 15 or in the garden from about May | to June 15.
Soil—A deep, rich, well drained soil is the ideal type for Cauliflower. Wet, sour soils are unsatisfactory.
Seed Sowing—Sow in flats or sheltered seed beds of finely pulverized loam. Broadcast the seed thinly over the surface and cover lightly (no more than 14 inch) with finely sifted soil.
Culture—When the plants are large enough to handle thin out or transplant far enough apart so that they may develop properly. The plants may be transferred to positions in the garden from about May | until early July. Set them in rows with about 18 inches between plants and 214 feet between rows. Be sure that Cauliflower is well watered in periods of drought. Examine the plants frequently and as soon as heads develop to 3 or 4 inches in diameter either tie or break the leaves over them to exclude all possible light.
I ounce of seed should produce about 2000 plants
5502 Breck’s White Bouquet. 55 gays. We
believe this to be the finest Cauliflower in ex- istence. The plants are short-stemmed with small leaves, producing medium to large close-grained snowy-white heads of superb quality. Admirable for New England growing. Pkt. 25c., i oz. $1.00, 14 oz. $1.75, 14 oz. $3.00 5506 Early Snowball. 55 days. A fine strain of this splendid variety. The plants are dwarf. The heads grow five to six inches and more in diameter and are smooth and compact. One of the most satisfactory varieties. Pkt. 25c.,-1% oz. $1.00, 14 oz. $1.75, 4% oz. $3.00
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Carrots provide an excellent supply of vita- min A and a fair supply of vitamin C,
Sow the seed in the open ground just as early in the Spring as the ground is workable (about April 20) and make successive plantings at intervals until about August |. Sow thinly in rows and cover with not over \4 inch of soil. Allow about 1}4 feet between rows. Thin out the plants to stand at least 2 inches apart.
1 ounce of seed will sow a 100-foot row
5546 Breck’s Hutchinson. 80 days. A large and very productive Carrot. Roots 8 to 11 in. in length. Cylindrical or nearly so and abruptly stump-rooted. The color is deep orange. The most popular Carrot in New England for busheling.
Pkt. 25c., 44 oz. 50c., oz. 85c., 14 Ib. $2.50
5550 Streamliner. 75 days. A coreless, long, tapering Carrot, with deep orange flesh, fine texture and sweet flavor. Increasingly popular for the home garden and also for market and roadside stands.
Pkt. 25c., 4% oz. 50c., oz. 8dc., 14 Ib. $2.50
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5556 Chantenay. 70 days. Coreless. A me- dium-early type similar to Danvers Half-Long, but of a slightly lighter shade of orange-red. Mature roots are thick, 5 to 6 in. long, stump- rooted and slightly tapering. The flesh is crisp and tender.
Pkt. 10c., 4% oz. 35c., oz. 60c., 44 lb. $1.75
5561 Morse’s Bunching. 75 days. The roots grow about 8 in. long, are smooth, slightly stump-rooted, coreless and deep orange in color. In flavor it is sweet and the texture fine-grained. Recently introduced and highly recommended. Pkt. 25c., 4% oz. 50c., oz. 85c.
5564 Danvers Half-Long. 75 days. The com- mon type of pointed Danvers. Deep orange roots 6 to 8 in. long, tapering to a point.
Pkt. 10c., % oz. 35c., oz. 60c., 44 Ib. $1.75
5584 Long Orange. 85 days. A hardy, good keeping variety. About 12 in. long, pointed. Pale orange under ground. Quite green above ground. Used primarily for stock feed.
Pkt. 10c., 4% oz. 35c., oz. 60c., 4% Ib. $1.75
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; For the early crop seed should be sown in a greenhouse during March, in flats. The late or main crop should be sown in a coldframe or even ina sheltered seed bed out of doors, in late April or during May.
; Broadcast the seed thinly over the’ surface of the soil and cover very lightly (no more than zs inch) with finely sifted soil. As soon as the plants are large enough to handle thin out so that they are an inch or two apart,
The early plants should be transplanted to permanent positions in the garden in May and the late’crop in late June or July. Set the plants about 8 inches apart, in rows and allow at least 214 feet between rows. Celery should have a deep, rich fertile soil which is well-drained. It should have an abundance of moisture throughout the growing season.
The accepted method for blanching Celery in the Autumn is to hoe the soil up around the plants, nearly covering them. In warm weather soil-banking is not advisable and therefore, for an early crop, boards 12 to 15 inches wide are used. Set them on edge, on either side of the row with an occasional short stake driven into the ground to hold them in place.
1 ounce of seed should produce 3000 plants
Cropping dates of Celery are figured from the time the small plants are set out in the garden or field
5603 Breck’s Easy Blanching (Arlington Strain). 110 days. A most care- fully selected strain of the well-known Easy Blanching, Medium tall, compact and erect; blanches to creamy white. Stalks thick, firm and crisp. Fine quality and an excellent keeper if stored quite green.
Pkt. 15c., 4% oz. 50c., oz. 85c., 14 Ib. $2.50
5612 Breck’s Golden Self-Blanching. 115 days. Plants are compact with abundant foliage, short, thick stems and large solid hearts. The stalks which are rich in flavor, tender, crisp and brittle, may be blanched readily toa beautiful creamy white. Pkt. l5c., 14 oz. 60c., oz. $1.00, 14 lb. $3.00
5630 Summer Pascal. 120 days. A new and early green variety of very superior quality. Plants are medium tall, with thick round stalks. As it blanches quick- ly, Summer Pascal crops shortly after Easy Blanching. Rapidly becoming a New England favorite. Werecommend it highly.
Pkt. 25c., 4 oz. 75c.; % oz. $1.25, oz. $2.25
5634 Golden Plume (Wonderful). 115 days. A very early, hardy, vigorous, full-hearted variety of excellent quality. Unexcelled for home or market growing. Stalks medium size, thick and meaty, blanching to a very beautiful creamy white.
Pkt. 10c., 4% oz. 50c., oz. 85c., 14 Ib. $2.50
5642 Giant Pascal. 135 days. The standard late Fall and Winter variety. Stalks are of medium height, thick, round, meaty and solid, with a rich nutty flavor. Entirely stringless and exceedingly crisp. Blanches toa beautiful creamy white. Keeps well in storage. Pkt. 10c., 1% oz.
45c., oz. 75c., 1 Ib. $2.25
5646 Celery Seed for Flav- oring.
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Celery, . Easy Blanching
FOR CELERY BLIGHT
In order to control celery blight and cer- CRESS tain insect pests, dust your plants with BONCOP (rotenone-copper) about every two weeks. Remember that blight must be prevented. It cannot be cured after it gains headway. 1-lb. duster package 35c.,
5 lbs. $1.25 5711 Curled Cress (Peppergrass). The annual = garden cress popularly used for salads and garnishing. The first sowing may be made
CELERIAC about April 20 with successive plantings until
x 4 4 2 trpalre Seed of Celeriac should be sown during May in a August 15. Ready for use in 5 to 8 weeks.
An important source of vitamins A and C as well as iron.
I ounce will sow about 100 feet of drill
sheltered seed bed which has been carefully prepared. Sow the seed in drills and cover no more than Broadcast the seed over the surface and cover very 44 inch. Allow jone foot between rows. ay) lightly (no more than {5 inch) with finely sifted soil. Pkt. 10c., 14 oz. 35c., oz. 60c., 14 lb. $1.75
As soon as the plants are large enough to handle, thin out so that they are an inch or two apart and trans- 5713 Upland Cress. A hardy biennial variety plant them to the open garden in June or July. Set which resembles water cress and will produce
the plants about 6 inches apart in rows and allow at F ; least 2s feet between rows. The soil should be deep, early Spring salad greens. Seed may be sown :
perl ccalalesachoas as early as April 20 to produce leaves for cut- ting in midsummer or later plantings may be
1;ounce of-seed should produce 3000 plants made to be left in the ground all Winter for
5675 Large Prague. 115 days. A vegetable early Spring cutting. Sow the seeds thinly in widely used in Europe for both soups and rows and cover to a depth of not more than salads. Roots large, turnip-shaped. VY inch. Leave at least one foot between rows.
Celeriac Pkt. 10c., 4% 0z. 35c., oz. 60c., 14 lb. $1.75 Pkt. 10c., 44 oz. 35c., oz. 60c., 14 Ib. $1.75
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SWEET CORN
The yellow varieties contain vitamin A, both white and yellow contain small amounts of minerals
and vitamins.
Time to Plant—Sweet Corn is a rather tender plant and therefore seed should not usually be planted until about May | and then only if the weather is settled and reasonably warm. Plantings may be made at intervals, from that time until about July | using early varieties for the later sowings.
Seed Sowing—In the home garden it is
best to sow Corn in rows which should be spaced about 3 feet
apart. The seed should be sown very thinly; covered to a depth of one inch and the resulting plants thinned to stand about one foot apart. In larger field plantings the usual practise is to plant in hills spaced at least 3 feet apart, each way. Four or five plants are allowed to each hill.
1 pound of Corn should plant a 200 foot row
5721 Mason’s Golden Midget. 68 days. Nov- elty; illustrated and described on page 5. Pkt. (44 Ib.) $1.00, 3 pkts. $2.75
5723 White Pearl. 70 days. Very early, wonderfully flavored, white corn. Ears 6 inches long with 12 to 16 rows of long deep kernels, exceptionally sweet and tender; extremely small cob. Unsurpassed for the home gardens. Pkt25¢., 26 Iby40c% lib. 75e:,.5 lbs» $3.50
5726 Spancross 13x4 (Hybrid). 70 days. Very early. Six inch, medium yellow ears; well filled and of good quality.
Pkt. 20c., 4% Ib. 30c., Ib. 50c., 5 Ibs. $2.35
5730 Lexington (Hybrid). 72 days. Early. Medium-long, tapering ears filled with tender, creamy yellow kernels of rare sweetness.
Pkt. 20c., 4% Ib. 30c., Ib. 50c., 5 lbs. $2.35
5732 Breck’s Golden Bantam (Selected Mass- achusetts grown). 75 days. Rather small ears but the plump, rich, creamy-yellow kernels are tender and delicious.
Pkt. l5c., 1% Ib. 25c., Ib. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90
5734 Early Sensation. 77 days. A splendid home garden variety. Ears 6 to 8 inches long filled with tender, sweet succulent kernels.
Pkt. 15c., % Ib. 20c., lb. 35c., 5 Ibs. $1.60
5753 Golden Sunshine. 77 days. Seven inch ears, well filled with flavorful tender kernels of medium-yellow color; 10 to 14 rows.
Pkt. 15c., % Ib. 20c., lb. 35c., 5 lbs. $1.60
5760 Carmeleross (Hybrid). 78 days. Second- early. Large, 8 inch ears, well filled with me- dium-yellow kernels of good flavor and quality.
Pkt. 20c., 1% Ib. 30c., Ib. 50c., 5 Ibs. $2.35
5764 Tendergold (Hybrid). 80 days. A variety of the highest quality; 7 to 8 inch, medium- yellow ears. Flavor excellent.
Pkt. ldc., 4 Ib. 25c., Ib. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90
5768 Early Crosby. 83 days. The standard early white variety. Ears 6 to 7 inches.
Pkt. 15c., 4% lb. 20c., Ib. 35c., 5 Ibs. $1.60
5770 Lincoln (Hybrid). 84 days. Bronze medal 1941 A.A.S. Wilt resistant. Medium
sized ears, well filled with lucious golden kernels of the highest quality.
Pkt. 20c., 1% Ib. 30c., Ib. 50c., 5 Ibs. $2.35 5771 Golden Giant. 84 days. Fine, large, 8 inch ears, with 14 to 16 rows of rich yellow kernels of excellent flavor.
Pkt. 1l5c., 4% Ib. 20c., Ib. 30c., 5 Ibs. $1.45 5781 Black Mexican. 87 days. An exception- ally sweet, tender corn. Ears medium sized, kernels white turning black at maturity.
Pkt. 15c., 44 Ib. 20c., Ib. 35c., 5 Ibs. $1.60
5787 Golden Cross Bantam (Hybrid). 88 days. A corn of great merit. Eight inch ears of exceptional quality and flavor; 10 to 14 rowed. Very uniform. Pkt. 20c., 144 Ib: 30c., Ib. 50c., 5 Ibs. $2.35 5802 Country Gentleman (Shoe Peg). 97 days. Medium ears densely packed with ir- regular rows of slender, white kernels. Pkt. 15c., 144 Ib. 20c., lb. 35c., 5 Ibs. $1.60 5807 Stowell’s Evergreen. 99 days. Splendid late white variety for the home garden. Ears large, kernels clear white, sweet and tender. Fkt. 15c., 4 Ib. 20c., Ib. 35c., 5 Ibs. $1.60
CUCUMBERS
Time to Plant—Do not sow outdoors until the weather has become settled and warm, during June.
Soil Preparation—Cucumbers prefer a rich porous soil and we suggest digging in a generous shovelful of well rotted manure when preparing each hill.
Planting—Sow in hills (7 or 8 seeds to each hill) spaced about 4 feet apart in each direction. Cover with not more than 1% inch of soil. When the plants are 2 or 3 inches high thin out to leave only 3 or 4 plants to each hill.
An abundance of moisture is always needed. One ounce of seed should plant about 60 hills
5834 Breck’s Forcing White Spine, Belleville Strain. 60 days. An especially fine strain for both greenhouse and outdoor growing. Eight inch fruits_of exceptional quality.
Pkt. 50c., 4% oz. $1.00
Cucumbers Farquhar’s Perfection
5839 Farquhar’s Perfection. 0 days. A superior strain of locally-grown White Spine. Fruits large and of a rich, dark green color. Splendid quality.
Pkt. 25c., 4 oz. 65c., oz. $1.15, 14 Ib. $3.50
5849 Davis Perfect. 68 days. A very fine dark-green type of White Spine, producing a heavy crop of smooth fruits; 8 in. long, of splendid quality.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 30c., 44 Ib. 90c.
5856 Arlington White Spine. ¢ 0 days. An extra selection out of Improved White Spine, producing Cucumbers of surprisingly uniform size and color. Pkt. 10c., oz. 30c., 14 lb. 90c.
5866 Long Green Improved. 69 days. Late. Fruits 12 in. long, green, tender, and of most excellent flavor. Pkt. 10c., oz. 30c., 14 lb. 90c.
5872 Straight-8. 68 days. A very superior White Spine variety, with straight cylin- drical fruits, remarkable for their uniform 8-in. length and 134 to 2 in. girth. The “Cukes” are a rich deep green color with small seed cavity.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., 4 lb. $1.00
5883 West India Gherkin. 60
days. Small, oval, spiney fruit about two inches long and one inch in diameter. The young fruits are used for pickles.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 Ib. 75c.
5884 Boston Pickling. 58 days. Very productive. Fruits short, bright-green and the very best type.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 4 lb. 75c.
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An excellent source of vitamin A and a good source of vitamin C and iron; as nutritious a green as can be planted.
Time to Plant. Early May sowing will be ready tor Fall picking. Later sowings (through June) will be ready the following Spring.
Planting—Sow in rows in well manured soil, cover with not more than 1/4 inch of soil. When the plants are large enough to handle, thin out to 6 inches. Allow 1% feet between rows.
1 ounce of seed will sow a 200 foot row.
5916 American improved. fleshy, tender leaves. re, Cy Pkt. 25c., 14 oz. 60c., oz. $1.00, 14 Ib. $3.00
EGGPLANT
Eggplant is one of the most tender vegetables and cannot stand outdoor conditions during early Spring. The seeds should be sown about the end of March in a greenhouse or hotbed. Broadcast the seeds over the surface of flats filled with well pulverized soil of good quality and cover with no more than } inch of finely sifted loam. As soon as the seedlings are large enough to handle thin out or transplant so that they stand 6 to 8 inches apart. When outdoor conditions become settled and warm (from about June 5 to 15) the plants should be set in the garden spaced about 3 feet apart.
Cropping dates, figured from time plants are set out in the garden.
1 ounce of seed should produce 1000 plants
5905 Extra Early Long Purple. 75 days. Long slender fruits of deep dark bluish purple produced freely. 2 ; ee,
Pkt. 15c., 4% oz. 45c., oz. 75c., 44 1b. $2.25
5907 Black Beauty. 80 days. Handsome large fruits of a deep purplish black color; globular or blunt egg shaped form. Four to six fruits borne on 24 inch, erect plants.
Pkt. 15c., 44 oz. 45c., oz. 75c., YY lb. $2.25
5909 New Hampshire Hybrid. 68 days. Early and very prolific, insuring a satisfactory crop where older varieties fail to develop. The beautiful deep purple fruits are slightly oval
and medium in size. " Pkt. 15c., % oz. 50c., oz. 85c., 14 Ib. $2.50
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Ina green state this salad plant is an excellent source of vitamin A and contains a fair supply of vitamin C and iron.
Sow in rows in the early Spring (about April 20 and from that time until about May 15. An Autumn crop may also be sown in early August. Cover the seed with no more than 4 inch of soil.
When the plants are large enough to handle thin them out or transplant to stand about one foot apart. Allow at least 1!5 feet between rows.
1 ounce of seed should produce about 3000 plants
5931 Full Heart Batavian (Escarolle). 85 days. An earlier and more uniform strain of the old Broad Leaved Batavian. Large, broad, slightly curled leaves forming very compact heads.
Pkt. 10c., % oz. 25c.,
5938 Green Curled. Autumn and Winter.
Pkt. 10c., 14 oz. 25c., oz. 40c.,° 4 Ib. $1.15
FLORENCE FENNEL
Sow outdoors in the garden during June. Plant thinly in rows and cover the seed with not over \4 inch of soil. Allow about 2 feet between rows. When the seedlings are large enough to handle thin out to stand about 6 inches apart. As the cool Fall weather approaches hill up the soil around the base of the plants.
1 ounce of seed will sow a row of 50 feet
5948 Florence Fennel. 85 days. This delicious Italian vegetable has grown very much in favor in recent years. The leaf bases form the por- tion which is so highly prized, being sometimes boiled and occasionally cut up and used in a raw state for salad purposes.
Pkt. 10c., 44 oz. 30c., oz. 50c.
KALE
Kale suppliestan excellent percentage of vi- tamins A and C, together with a fair supply of vitamin Bi, riboflavin, calcium and iron. Either cooked, like a cabbage or eaten green in salads, Kale makes most appetizing greens. It is easily grown and thrives in most any well-drained fertile garden soil.
oz. 40c., 14 Ib. $1.15 90 days. Suitable fo
The seed should be sown not earlier than May 15 and from then until about July |, in a sheltered seed bed and covered to a depth of not over 14 inch. When the plants are large enough to handle easily, transplant them to the open garden, placing them 18 inches apart in rows, with at least 2 feet between rows.
1 ounce of seed will producejabout 2000 plants
5970 Dwarf Green Curled Scotch. 85 days. Leaves bright green, closely curled, very ten- der. Quality is improved if the plants are touched by frost before being used.
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5974 Siberian or Winter. 65 days.
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KOHLRABI
The seed may be sown as early as April 20 with successive sowings until August |. It is best to make several sowings during that period for in hot weather Kohlrabi soon becomes hard and dry and the quality is impaired. Sow in rows and cover with about ‘5 inch of soil. Allow at least 2 feet between rows. When the plants are large enough to handle easily thin out to stand about 4 inches apart.
1 ounce will sow a rowYof about 150 feet
5956 Early White Vienna. 55 days. A very early variety. Tops small; outer color greenish white. Flesh quite free from fiber and of excellent quality.
Pkt. 10c., 4-02. 30c., oz. 50c., 14 Ib. $1.50
5958 Early Purple Vienna. 60 days. Very early. Tops small, outer cclor purple. Flesh quite free from fiber.
Pkt. 10c., % oz. 25c., oz. 45c., 4 Ib. $1.25
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sects. Non-poisonous to humans and ani- mals; non-injurious to plant life. 1 oz. | bottles, 35c.; 6 oz. bottles, $1.00; 16 oz. pottles, $2.00.
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LEEKS
When large exhibition Leeks are desired the seed may be sown in the greenhouse about March | but ordinarily seed is sown in the open garden soon after April 1. Sow the seed thinly in rows and cover with not over 14 inch of soil. Allow at least 18 inches be- tween rows. When the plants are large enough to handle thin out or transplant to stand at least 4 inches apart. A rich well-manured soil is essential.
I ounce of seed will sow a row of 100 feet
6014 Large American Flag. 150 days. Hardy, vigorous and an excellent Winter sort. Bulbs long and. very uniform.
Pkt. 50c., 4% oz. $1.10, oz. $2.00
6016 Musselburgh (Carentan). 150 days. The famous Scotch sort. Large, hardy, and distinct.
Pkt. 50c¢., 144 oz. $1.10, oz. $2.00
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The outer green leaves are best for they contain an excellent percentage of vitamin A and a good supply of vitamin C.
Time to Sow—TIf a very early crop is desired, seed may be sown about March 15 indoors in flats or in a coldframe; outdoor sowings may be made as early as April | and successively until about June |. As Lettuce prefers cool growing weather it is best to discontinue sowings during the hot Summer months except for certain varieties. A Fall crop may be sown from August | to August 15.
Soil—Indoor sowings should be made in finely prepared loam. Any well-drained and enriched garden soil will suffice for outdoor plantings.
Planting—Sow the seeds outdoors in rows 2 feet apart and cover with not over 4 inch of soil. When the plants are large enough to handle Ge out and use or transplant to other rows, allowing | foot between plants.
I ounce of seed should produce about 3000 plants
S025aMayl Kings Breckis.Straln aga maya eA very carefully selected strain of this exceptionally fine variety. The plants : are of medium size with a few light green outer leaves slightly tinged brown. Of the butterhead type with tightly folded heart of a beautifully light creamy yellow color. Unsurpassed as an early outdoor sort. Pkt: 15c., 44 oz. 45c., oz. 75c., 4% Ib. $2.25
6043 Breck’s Black-Seeded Tennis Ball (Salamander). 70 days. Ideal as an early sort. Heads very solid, of medium size, compact; leaves broad, dark green; quality excellent.
Pkt. 10c., % oz. 35c., oz. 60c., 14 Ib. $1.75
6047 Breck’s Boston Market. 68 days. An improved strain of White-seeded Tennis Ball. Grows very compact and forms a decidedly solid head. Good forcing sort for early Winter plantings. Pkt. 15c., % oz. 50c., oz. 85c., 4 |b. $2.50
6058 Mignonette. 65 days. A variety which forms small, compact heads. The crumpled outer leaves have a bronzy cast. Excellent for the home garden. PeeW0cs 072 50Gb 90c.
6083 Big Boston (Unrivalled). 76 days. A large headed Lettuce; very compact and uniform. Leaves large, pale green and with no trace of bronze; interior green tinged creamy. Very tender and sweet.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., 14 Ib. $1.00
6100 Imperial No. 847. 83 days. Medium large solid heads; outer leaves large, smooth and light green; interior very tender and crisp. A valuable home garden or local market variety.
Pkt. 10c., 4% oz. 30c., oz. 50c., 44 Ib. $1.50
6103 Breck’s California Iceberg. 99 days. A selected strain of Los Angeles Lettuce, frequently called “‘Iceberg’”’ by local marketmen. The slightly curled, dark green leaves form medium large heads—first pointed
and at maturity globular. Easily grown and a good shipper. Pkt. 25c., % oz. 60c., oz. $1.00, 14 Ib. $8.00
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6110 New York No. 12. quality.
80 days. Heads very large and firm, of excellent
Leaves crumpled, fringed, very broad, dark green. Pkt. 10c., oz. 45c., 14 Ib. $1.25
6115 Grand Rapids. 45 days. A most popular “‘loose-leaf’’ variety. Fine quality. Used extensively for forcing, but admirable for outdoor grow- ing where heading varieties are difficult to succeed with.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., 14 Ib. $1.00
6129 Black-seeded Simpson. About 43 days. One of the very finest and most reliable ‘‘loose-leaf’’ types with light green crumpled leaves of superior quality. Splendid for the home garden.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., 44 Ib. $1.00
6132 Oak Leaf Lettuce. 53 days. This unique variety is unbelievably decorative, and more delicate in texture and flavor than any semi-head or loose-leaf lettuce we know. It measures up high—very high—in quality. An easy-to-grow, sure-fire kind for Spring, Summer. and Autumn growing. Especially valuable in Summer when heading varieties
just won't head. You will like it. Pkt. 25c., 4% oz. 60c., oz. $1.00
Cos or Romaine Lettuce
6142 White Paris (Trianon). 70 days. Compact erect. plants of delicious crispness and flavor. Early. Requires no tying. The best of the type. Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., 14 Ib. $1.00, 1b. $3.00
MUSTARD
Mustard greens are an excellent source of vitamins A and C; and a good source of calcium and iron.
Successive sowings may be made every 2 or 3 weeks during the cool weather of Spring and Fall starting about April 20. Sow thinly in rows and cover the seed with not over 14 inch. Allow 1% feet between rows, when the plants are 3 inches high they may be thinned out and used in salads. If the plants are to be grown for cooking like Spinach they should stand about 6 inches apart.
1 ounce of seed will plant about 100 feet
6162 Southern Giant Curled. 35 days. Plants vigorous. Leaves large, light green, and crumpled. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 lb. 75c.
6164 Chinese (Large Smooth Leaf). 35 days. Very large oval leaves; tender and of mild flavor. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 lb. 75c.
MUSHROOM SPAWN
Space will not permit our giving instructions for the growing of Mushrooms but a pamphlet giving concise cultural notes may be had on application.
We can supply fresh Mushroom Spawn throughout the entire year.
= alla d Mushroom Spawn. Per brick 40c., 20 bricks $6.50, 100 bricks
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MELONS
Time to Sow—The seed should not be sown out- doors until the weather becomes warm in June but they can be started indoors about May 10 and planted to the garden in June.
Soil—Finely prepared loam is best for indoor starting.
The garden soil should be generously manured and preferably light.
Planting—Melons should be grown in hills spaced about 4 feet apart each way. Plant 5 to 10 seeds in each hill and cover with not over 46 inch of soil. When the plants are well started thin out so that the strongest 3 or 4 remain in each hill,
I ounce of seed will plant 60 hills
6180 Farquhar’s Honey-Drop. 85 days. Fer earliness and delicious flavor this splendid melon is without a rival and it is unquestion- ably the sweetest and best. It is of beautiful form, good size, and very productive. The skin is finely netted, and the flesh is very thick, sweet, melting, and of a deep orange color.
Pkt. 15c., 1% oz. 40c., oz. 70c., 14 Ib. $2.00
6183 Golden Champlain. ¢- days. Considered
by Melon growers of long experience to be the most desirable early-maturing Muskmelon. A rapid, vigorous grower of medium size with salmon flesh of superb quality; rind well netted. Pkt lOc 102..25c8, 14) bs 75c.
6196 Bender’s Surprise. 90 days. An out- standing medium-large Muskmelon adapted to Massachusetts. Slightly oblong in shape, deep- ly ribbed, and heavily netted. Flesh thick, solid, juicy, very deep salmon of excellent flavor. Pkt. 10c., oz. 30c., 14 Ib. 90c., Ib. $2.75
6219 Delicious. 35 qays. Believed to be the largest early variety in cultivation. Weight averages over 5 lbs. When ripe, color is creamy yellow with fine netting. Flesh is deep orange, sweet and firm.
Pit 10.07. SoC, 24° Ib. ol.00; Ib. $3.00
6224 Rocky Ford (Netted Gem). 87 days. A Melon of delicate flavor with light-green, sweet flesh and rich aromatic flavor. An al- ways popular variety.
PEGS lOc OZ. 25G;24 Ibs 75c.
WATERMELONS
Time to Sow—Outdoors after the weather has become settled and warm (during June).
Soil—Light, well-drained soil that has been thor- oughly manured.
Planting—Melons should be sown in hills spaced about 8 feet apart, each way. Sow 5 to 10 seeds in each hill and cover with not more than one inch of soil. When well started thin out so that 3 or 4 of the strongest plants remain in each -
ill. 2 1 ounce of seed will plant about _ 30 hills &
6284 Harris’ Earliest. 75 days. Standard sort for New Eng- land. Bright red flesh, sweet and tender.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., 14 Ib. 50c.
6288 Citron. 90 days. For
preserving. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., 14 Ib. 50c.
Onion, Prizetaker
Important for flavor but not outstanding for nutritive value.
Time to Sow—Outdoors, from April | to May 15. It is also possible to start seed indoors or in a cold- frame in March, to be transplanted to the garden in April.
Soil—A deep rich loam, well-drained and generous- ly fertilized.
Planting —Sow the seed in rows | foot apart and cover with not more than !4 inch of soil. When plants are large enough to handle thin out to 2 inches apart.
1 ounce of seed will plant about 100 ft.
YELLOW VARIETIES 6299 Breck’s Yellow Globe Danvers. (5
days. Our stock of seed has been developed by a Massachuseets Onion seed-grower who has had a lifetime of experience in selecting Onion bulbs, thus furnishing us with the best type obtainable. Uniform in size, solid, of a rich coppery yellow color, producing a market- able crop of superior quality, yield, and ap- pearance. The best variety for Winter storage. Pkt. loc., % oz. 50c., oz. 85c., 14 Ib. $2.50 6304 Sweet Spanish. 110 days. Mild-flavored, globe-shaped, light yellow Onion of Spanish origin that grows to large size. Pkt. 25c., 4% oz. 60c., oz. $1.00 6308 Ailsa Craig. 105 days. A variety that will grow to enormous size. Globular; skin light yellow; flesh white. Good keeper. Grown largely for exhibition purposes. Pkt. 25c., 44 oz. 60c., oz. $1.00 6313 Prizetaker (Denia). 105 days. Bulbs globular, very large, light straw color, and very mild. Pkt. 25c., 4 oz. 60c., oz. $1.00
WHITE VARIETIES 6324 Southport White Globe. 119 gays.
Similar to Southport Yellow Globe except that it is decidedly white. Pkt. ldc., 4% 02. 45c., oz. 7dc., 1% Ib. $2.25 6327 Bermuda Crystal Wax. 90 days. A flat, juicy and very mild onion. The bulbs are of medium size and crystal white in color. An excellent home garden sort. Pkt. 25c., 14 oz. 85c., oz. $1.50, 14 Ib. $4.50 6337 White Portugal. 100 days. Medium sized, flat, mild flavor. Excellent all-purpose white variety. Pkt. 25c., 4 oz. 60c., oz. $1.00
RED VARIETIES
6359 Red Wethersfield. 100 days. Bulbs semi-
flat, large, deep purplish red, solid and an excellent keeper.
Pkt. 15c., 44 oz. 45c., oz. 75c., 14 Ib. $2.25
6364 Southport Red Globe.
excellent, elongated globe sort of Red Onion.
Pkt. 15c., 4% oz. 50c., oz. 85c., 14 lb. $2.50
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ONION SETS
These are planted for very early onions. They mature about a month earlier than those started from seed and may also be pulled and used like scallions, in four or five weeks time. Plant about 3 inches apart and | inch deep in rows, leaving | foot between rows.
I lb. should plant a 50 foot row
Yellow Globe (Ebenezer). The sets have light golden-brown skins and pure white flesh, pro- ducing perfectly round Onions, sweet in flavor and exceptionally mild.
Lb. 45c., 5 lbs. $2.15, 10 Ibs. $4.00
White Globe. These sets produce pure white almost round Onions of fine quality. Lb. 50c., 5 lbs. $2.35, 10 lbs: $4.50
BUNCHING ONION SEED
6379 Prosperity. An excellent variety which does not form bulbs but produces the long straight stalks, referred tc as scallions. The lower 5 inches is white and mild, particularly fine for salads, soups and table use. These can be sown at any time, from early Spring to mid-August and will grow until the ground freezes. Successive sowings will provide delicate scallions all season long.
Pkt. l5c., 14 oz. 50c., oz. 85c., 14 Ib. $2.50
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Okra will thrive in any reasonably good garden soil. Sow the seed very thinly in rows. from about May 15 to June 25. Cover to a depth of not over 1s inch and allow about 21% feet between rows. When the plants are large enough to handle they should be thinned out to stand at least 15 inches apart. Keep the soil well cultivated throughout the growing season. 1 ounce of seed should produce about 250 plants.
6392 Tall Green (Perkins Mammoth). 62 to
67 days. Plants 31% to 4 ft. tall; very pro- ductive. Pods long, slender, fleshy and of
excellent quality. Pkt. 10c% oz. 25c:, 44 Ib: 65c: 6403 Dwarf Green. 50 to 55 days. Plants erect, 214 to 3 ft. tall. Early and productive.
Parsnips, Breck’s Guernsey
Green Peppers provide an excellent supply of vitamin C and a fair amount of vitamin A.
Time to Plant—For an early crop the seed may be sown either in the house or in a coldframe in early April. However, seed sown from May 15 to June | in the open ground will produce a crop in late Summer.
Seed Sowing—Sow the seeds thinly in flats or in a coldframe in light pulverized soil. Cover them with not over 44 inch of soil.
Soil Preparation—Any reasonably good, well cul- tivated garden soil, preferably ground that has been manured the previous year. Soil too rich in nitrogen will tend toward the production of foliage rather than fruit.
Transplanting—Seedlings started inside, should be transplanted as soon as they are large enough to handle, into boxes or individual pots and spaced far enough apart so that each will have ample space for development. These plants should be gradually hardened off by exposure to out-of-door conditions during favorable weather, before being permanently placed in the garden, about June |. Set the plants 116 feet apart in rows leaving about 3 feet between the rows.
1 ounce of seed should produce about 2000 plants
SWEET VARIETIES 6422 Harris’ Earliest. 100 days. The earliest,
mild Pepper on the market. Plants very dwarf, compact and exceptionally prolific. Fruit 3 to 4 in. long, 3 in. wide at shoulder. Pkt. 15c., % oz. 50c., oz. 85c.
6429 California Wonder. 117 days. A splen- did medium-early, sweet Pepper for home gar- den or market growing. Fruits are large and uniform in size. Deep green and with firm, thick flesh. Pkt. 15c., % oz. 60c., oz. $1.00 6441 King of the North. 110 days. A fine early Pepper, large and dark green in color. The flesh is medium thick, mild and sweet. Very prolific, an excellent variety for growing in this section. Pkt. 15c., 4% oz. 50c., oz. 85c.
PARSLEY
The seed may be sown from April 20 to about June 25 out of doors, but if earlier plants are desired they should be started indoors or in a coldframe about March 15 and transferred to the open garden about May |. The seeds germinate slowly, and care should be taken to press the soil firmly around them. Sow in rows | /4 feet apart and cover the seed not more than 14 inch. When large enough to handle, thin out to 2 inches apart. Any reasonably good garden soil will suffice’
1 ounce of seed will sow 150 feet
6476 Breck’s Double Green Crest. 7 gays,
Dwarf, compact growth. Rich, dark green leaves, densely curled. The most desirable sort for exhibition or garnishing. Highly prized for garden borders, frames, or open ground. Pkt. 25c., oz. $1.00, 14 Ib. $3.00 6483 Champion Moss Curled. 70 days. This variety is widely used for borders and it will prove satisfactory in every way for the home- garden. Leaves beautifully curled. Extra fine for garnishing. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 44 lb. 75c. 6489 Plain-Leaved. 85 days. The favorite for flavoring soups and for drying because of its flat, deeply cut, but not curled dark green leaves. Pic 0c Oz, 2oCua4ulbu doe.
HOT VARIETIES
6460 Hot Squash. 120 days. This isa medium- sized Pepper, Tomato-shaped, with thick, meaty flesh. The color of the fruit is bright green changing to brilliant scarlet as it matures. A very popular variety for pickling.
Pkt l0ex 4407, c0ennoz. O0G: 6463 Long Red Cayenne. 112 days. Long, slim tapering fruits 4 inches or more in length and about 34 inch in diameter. Ripens early and is very prolific. The pungent dark red fruits are in great demand for pickling pur- posed. Bit. OG ts OZ sp0C OZ OUC.
Pepper, Harris’ Earliest
PARSNIP
A good source of vitamin C.
Parsnips are a valuable root crop and one of the easiest crops to handle.
Time to Plant—lIt is desirable to plant early in the Spring (about April 20) but seeds sown as late as June 15 will produce a crop.
Soil Preparation—As the roots penetrate to a depth of at least 15 inches, the soil should be deeply spaded and well fertilized.
Planting—In rows 1% feet apart, covering the seed with not over !% inch of soil and later thinning the plants out to stand 3 inches apart in the rows. They should be frequently cultivated throughout the season.
Harvesting—In the Fall as freezing weather ap- proaches the roots may be dug and used, or stored. As freezing improves the flavor it is best to let them remain in the ground protecting them with a mulch so that they may be harvested at any time during the Winter or early Spring.
1 ounce of seed will sow about 100 feet 6514 Breck’s Guernsey. 100 days. A superior
variety for home growing, with attractive, medium-long roots. The skin is light in color and quite smooth. The flesh is fine- grain- ed, sweet and tender. Rist eeLoc: oz. 50c., 4 Ib. $1.50
6529 Long Smooth White.
125 days. Excellent quality and a general fa- vorite. Pkt. 10c.,0z.25c. Wo Molg aeares
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Good source of vitamin C with fair amounts of vitamins A, B, and iron.
There is no more luscious vegetable than fresh young green peas picked right from the garden. For the successful growing of this delicacy, cool weather and good soil preparation are essential. So they may mature in succession it is better to PLANT AN EARLY, A MEDIUM and A LATE VARIETY AT THE SAME. TIME rather than several sowings
of one kind.
Time to Plant—Just as early in the Spring as the soil is workable (about April 1). Soil Preparation—Any good garden soil which has been deeply spaded and liberally manured. Peas
dislike acid soil and if such a condition exists, it should be corrected by working in lime (about 5 lbs. to each 100 square feet).
: Planting—Sow in drills, allowing one inch between seeds and about 3 feet between rows. Cover the seed with about one inch of soil.
Cultivation—As soon as they begin to grow, some form of support should be provided for all but the very
ne varieties. (Birch brush or poultry wire.) Constant cultivation will add considerably to the quality of the crop.
1 1b. of seed will sow about a 50 foot row
DWARF VARIETIES
6542 Laxton’s Progress. 62 davs. 18 6553 Laxtonian. 62 days. 18 inches. This
inches. Introduced from England as an is one of the very best dwarf wrinkled Improved Laxtonian and considered by Peas. The vines are productive and vigor- oe ee is acres ay oe ous, producing pods about 4 inches long rink - Mos ductive, averagin ailenn slicious :
ite 10 dark eteen peas-of luscious flavor and filled with CEES Bender hea
in every pod. 4% Ib. Zoe, Ib40c%,,o) lbs. $1.90; 10 Ibs. Yoib. 25c., lb. 45c., 5 Ibs. $2.15, 10 lbs. $4.00 $3.60.
6562 Sutton’s Excelsior. 65 days. 15 @&# inches. An early dwarf wrinkled Pea with exceptionally large pods. It matures al- most as early as Nott’s Excelsior and is fully its equal in quality, producing an abundance of luscious, melting Peas.
V4 |b. 25c., Ib. 40c., 5 lbs. $1.90, 10 lbs. $3.60 6574 Nott’s Excelsior. 62 days. 15 inches. A standard of quality in home gardens for many years. No other dwarf wrinkled Pea is as widely planted. 14 |b. 20c., lb. 35c., 5 Ibs. $1.60, 10 lbs. $3.00
MEDIUM-TALL VARIETIES
6578 World’s Record. 69 days. 30 inches. An enormously popular, large-podded, extra-early wrinkled Pea, maturing several days earlier than the well-known Gradus. Pods are uni- formly large, measuring 41% to 5 inches, nearly round and packed with handsome, wrinkled Peas of the finest flavor.
1 lb. 25c., lb. 45c., 5 Ibs. $2.15, 10 lbs. $4.00
6589 Hundredfold. 63 qays. 24 inches. Simi- lar to Pioneer in growth, but with somewhat darker foliage and pods 4 to 414 inches long, well-filled, with very dark green Peas. Ex- tremely productive. Highly recommended for small home gardens.
14 Ib. 25c., lb. 45c., 5 Ibs. $2.15, 10 Ibs. $4.00
6592 Gradus (Prosperity). 64 days. 30 to 36 inches. A very popular early variety with large pointed pods of uniform shape. Peas of fine flavor.
VY |b. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 lbs. $1.90, 10 Ibs. $3.60
6600 Thomas Laxton. 62 days. 30 inches. This reliable Pea is similar in type to Gradus but has darker foliage and square-ended pods. Although a wrinkled sort of excellent quality, it may be planted about as early as the smooth varieties.
1 |b. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90, 10 Ibs. $3.60
6620 The Miracle. 70 days. 48 inches. A remarkably prolific variety with very large, deep green, well-filled pods containing rich green Peas of exquisite flavor. A recent Eng- lish introduction unobtainable last year but now grown here.
1 Ib. 30c., Ib. 50c., 5 Ibs. $2.35, 10 Ibs. $4.50
Breck’s Improved Telephone
Laxton’s Progress
6623 Gilbo. 69 days. 24 to 28 inches. A hardy, wrinkled variety, very highly recom- mended both for the home garden and for market growing. dark-green vines bear an
6634 Dwarf Telephone (Daisy). 72 days. 24 inches. Large pods filled with sweet and tender wrinkled Peas. A great cropper.
V6 Ib. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 lbs. $1.90, 10 lbs. $3.60
6639 Onward. 72 days. 36 inches. A midseason semi-dwart, high-yielding, variety, introduced some years ago from England. Very highly recommended for the home garden. Pods are 4 inches long, broad, blunt-ended, dark-green, and packed with delicious melting Peas.
V6 |b. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90, 10 lbs. $3.60
TALL VARIETIES
6644 Breck’s Improved Telephone. 75 gays.
4 to 5 feet. This a distinct and desirable improvement on ordinary Telephone, the re- sult of careful breeding and selection. The wrinkled peas, of large size, are sugary, rich and tender. Finest quality.
¥ |b. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90, 10 Ibs. $3.60
6654 Alderman. 75 days. 4 to 5 feet. An old variety of great merit, producing long, well- filled pods, packed with large, wrinkled, deep- green Peas of superior quality.
44 |b. 25c., lb. 40c., 5 Ibs. $1.90, 10 lbs. $3.60
_ INOCULATE PEAS WITH
| Nod-0-gen | | Ten cents will inoculate 5 lbs. of Peas. | Inoculation pays, producing bigger crops, superior quality; builds up the soil.
Pkge. (to treat 5 lbs.) 10c.
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POTATO PRICES: PECK $1.00, BUSHEL $3.50
These prices include delivery within 20 miles of Boston if the total order amounts to $2.50 or more. (See page 2B). To more distant points we make a transportation allowance of 40c. per each
100 lbs.
@ Our Seed Potatoes are grown in Aroostook County, Maine. The varieties marked (*)
are certified as seed stock by the State of Maine Department of Agriculture.
Early Varieties
*Irish Cobbler (Certified Stock). A fine and always reliable early variety, producing large, handsome and quite round tubers, surprisingly uniform in size and shape. The skin is very light brown, the flesh white, and the quality is excellent. A distinct and heavy cropper.
*Chippewau. A splendid new early variety that follows Irish Cobbler in maturity. Vields a heavy crop of tubers flatter and more oval than Green Mountain with shallow eyes and smooth, clean white skin. Top quality.
Early Rose. Standard early variety. Red skin. An old favorite in New England.
Late Varieties
*Green Mountain (Certified Stock). There is no finer Potato than this one. Its popularity is universal. Does well on all soils and loca- tions, making strong, healthy vines and pro- ducing big crops of large, handsome, white- skinned tubers of flattish, oval form. Superb quality and a grand keeper.
*Rural Russet. A selection of the well known Dibble’s Russet. Strong, deep-rooted vine. Plants resist blight and drought. Tubers ex- cellent keepers of unsurpassed quality.
*Katahdin. A recently-introduced, late or main crop Potato, which matures after Green Mountain. It is medium-sized with shallow eyes, white skin, and handsome appearance. Keeps well and is of superior quality.
*Spaulding Rose. Late. Potatoes large, smooth, of excellent quality; red skin.
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QUICK, EASY TREATMENT FOR POTATOES
A Semesan-Bel dip for Potatoes before planting will protect them from scab and other diseases. Healthy plants will give a much higher yield of clean Potatoes. The treatment is simple and inexpensive and the resulting benefit great.
A 2-oz. pkg. (sufficient to treat 6 bushels of Potatoes) costs only 30c.
1 lb. can $1.65. 5 lb. can $7.15
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POTATO CULTURE
Universally liked; contribute important amounts of vitamins B, and C, and iron.
Potatoes should be planted during April or early May. They will thrive in almost any fertile, well- drained, somewhat acid soil. Do not use lime. The soil should be plowed or deeply dug over and furrows six inches deep and 214 to 3 feet apart, should be made. A commercial fertilizer with high phosphorous and potash content should be thoroughly mixed with the soil at the bottom of the furrow (about 20 lbs. per 100 ft. row) and about 2 inches of unfertilized topsoil should be placed over it.
Cut each Potato into 3 or more pieces with at least one good eye to the piece. Treat with Semesan-Bel and plant, about 10 inches apart, in the prepared furrows. Cover with 3 or 4 inches of soil. Cultivate constantly throughout the season.
1 peck will plant about 125 foot row, 10 bushels to the acre.
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SWEET POTATO PLANTS
An excellent supply of vitamin A with a good supply of vitamin C.
Prepare the soil about May 15 by plowing or dig- ging deeply and make a furrow about 4 inches deep. Spread a commercial fertilizer (with a high potash content) in the furrow, using about 10 lbs. to each 100 feet, and thoroughly mix it with the soil. Refill the furrow with unfertilized soil and build up a ridge 3 or 4 inches high. After the weather has become settled in June set the plants 15 inches apart on this ridge. llow 30 inches between rows. About July I, another application of fertilizer (about 10 lbs. to 100 feet) alongside the. row will be very beneficial.
Nansemond. The best variety for New England $1.00 for 50, $1.75 for 100. Postpaid
POP CORN (For Seed)
Cultivate in just the same manner as Sweet Corn.
Giant Yellow. Sometimes called South American. Large ears. Fine popping quality. Lb. 25c., 5 lbs. $1.20, 10 lbs. $2.25
PUMPKINS
Sow the seed from May 15 to July 15 in hills that are spaced 5 feet apart each way. Allow from 5 to 6 seeds per hill and cover with not over one inch of soil. When the plants are large enough to handle discard all but 2 plants in each hill. Prepare the soil by thoroughly spading in about two shovelfuls of well-rotted manure to each hill.
1 ounce of seed will plant 30 hills
6700 Sweet Sugar. 115 days. The Hallowe'en Pumpkin. Small in size, deep yellow shell, slightly ribbed, with sweet, fine-grained orange flesh, \Pkt, L0ch oz. 25c., 24 Ibsifoe, lbs $2.25
6722 King of the Mammoths. 120 days. This variety often weighs over 100 pounds. Excellent for stock feeding.
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6727 Pumpkin Seed for Medicinal Purposes.
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RHUBARB
The seed may be sown from April 20 to May 15 in rows one foot apart. Cover the seed with 4 inch of soil. When the plants are from 2 to 3 inches high they may be transplanted or thinned to stand a foot apart. The following Spring transplant to their permanent locations. The soil should be heavily manured and deeply spaded. It cannot be too rich for Rhubarb. Set the plants about 3 feet apart each way.
1 ounce of seed will sow 100 feet
6745 Victoria. The most popular variety in this section. Vigorous growing; very pro- ductive. Pkt. 10c., oz. 45c., 44 lb. $1.25.
Rhubarb Roots
The simplest and easiest way to establish a Rhubarb planting is by setting out roots rather than seeds. Cutting may be started a year earlier and you can be sure of the finest type of stalks from the large, strong roots that we offer. A half dozen plants, when established, will give a small family an abundant supply.
Each 35c., 3 for $1.00, doz. $3.50°-Postpaid
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Radish, Scarlet Globe
RADISHES
Sow the seed just as early in April as the ground is workable and at intervals of about 10 days until hot weather. Resume sowing again from mid-August until September 15. Any reasonably good, prepared garden soil will suffice. Plant the seeds thinly in rows, one foot apart; cover with not over '% inch of soil. Later thin the plants to stand one inch apart in the rows.
I ounce of seed will sow about 50 feet
6764 Scarlet Globe. 94 qays. One of the most
delicious and attractive Radishes grown.
Splendid both for forcing and for the garden.
Oval to round in shape, intense scarlet in color, crisp and mild.
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6768 Saxa. 22 days. Undoubtedly the out-
standing extra-early forcing Radish. Roots
are round, bright scarlet, with very small tops.
PictalOes.0z. 206% “4albudwoes lbs o2.25
6772 French Breakfast. 25 days. A great
favorite. Bright rose scarlet with white tip. Crisp, juicy, mildly pungent and tender. Fine for the home garden. Pkt, lOc, oz. 26c., 24 lb. 75c:, Ib, 2:25 6778 Long Scarlet Short-Top. 26 days. At- tractive, bright scarlet red. Flesh is tender, juicy, crisp and of extra fine flavor. A long, slim Radish of exceptional quality. Pie l0eGh Oz, 250, 4Nlbs (oe. be b2:20 6794 Long Icicle. 97 gays. A most desirable and decorative sort, especially popular for garnishing. The tender, juicy and delicately snappy flesh is icy white with a translucent and appetizing appearance. Pixtal OG Oz pcoC ee lbaioe:,. IDs oseD) 6805 White Giant Stuttgart. 35-40 days. Large, oval; mild and tender. For late Sum- mer and Autumn use. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 4% lb. 75c., Ib. $2.25 6827 Round Black Spanish. 55-60 days. Fine for Winter. Pits l0c.,.0z, 26e.4 lb.
SALSIFY — Oyster Plant
The seeds may be sown from April 20 to May 20 in rows spaced | 14 feet apart. Cover the seed with about 16 inch of soil. When the plants are an inch or so high thin out to stand 2 inches apart in the rows. Salisfy requires a soil that has been deeply spaded and well fertilized. nit
The roots of this vegetable have a distinct oyster- like flavor, hence the name Oyster Plant. They may be stewed, fried or boiled and are most delicious. The roots are very hardy, like Parsnips, and therefore may be left in the ground over Winter.
1 ounce of seed sows 75 feet of drill.
6853 Breck’s Improved Long White. Defin- itely one of the root crops that should be more widely grown and more widely known. Roots of medium size, long and smooth. Of excellent quality. Flesh is almost white, and of a delightful delicate flavor.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., 14 lb. $1.00
75c., lb. $2.25
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SWISS CHARD
An excellent supply of vitamin A, a good sup-
ply of iron and a fair supply of vitamin C and calcium.
Plant quite early in the Spring (about April 20) and at intervals, from then until about julye25 aA light well prepared soil enriched with old rotted ma- nure is excellent. Sow the seed thinly in rows and cover with no more than !%4 inch of soil. When the plants are about 2 inches high thin out, so that the plants stand about 6 inches apart in the rows. Allow | !o feet between the rows.
1 ounce of seed will sow about 75 feet
6872 Rhubarb Chard. 60 days. This new chard has the same coloring as Rhubarb. The stalks are a bright crimson which extends up through the veins into the dark glossy green, heavily crumpled leaves. Very ornamental making a striking color note in the garden and it has a distinctly delicate favor of its own.
Pkt. 15c., 4% oz. 60c., oz. $1.00
6875 Lucullus. A robust grower, attaining a height of 2 to 214 feet. The stalks are thick, creamy white, and heavily ribbed. Leaves are very large, green, and heavily crumpled.
Pky lOc oz. 20c:, 44 Ibs (>e4 lbs $2.05
6885 Dark Green Curled. Husky plants, 2 feet or more high, with very crumpled, rich dark green leaves and prominent white midribs. Quality excellent.
Pkt. 10c¢., oz. 25e., 14 Ib. 75c., Ib. $2.25
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There are two distinct types, the Summer or bush type and Winter or vine type. Both types are easy to grow, if they are planted in warm well-drained soil that has been liberally manured
or fertilized.
Time to Plant—Sow the seeds of Summer Squash from May | to July | and Winter Squash from May |
to June |.
Soil Preparation—Prepare the hills by spading in two or three shovelfulls of well-rotted manure to each, hill. If this is not available, work in about a handful of commercial fertilizer to each hill.
Planting—lIt is best to sow from 6 to 8 seeds in each hill about 14 inch deep. When these are well up, thin out leaving only 2 or 3 of the strongest plants to grow in each hill. For Summer Squash allow about 4 feet each way between the hills and 7 feet each way for Winter varieties.
I ounce Summer Squash will plant about 50 hills
1 ounce Winter Squash will plant about 15 hills
SUMMER VARIETIES 6904 Giant Summer Straightneck. 55 days. Similar in appearance to the Crookneck except that the fruit is straight, making it a very fine sort for packing. The flesh is creamy white, fairly firm and juicy. Pkt. 10c., oz. 30c., 14 Ib. 85c. 6908 Early Prolific Straightneck. 50 days. A Bush type, producing fruits of small size but in enormous quantity. Extra-early and of the finest quality. The flesh is firm and creamy yellow in color. Pkt. 10c., oz. 30c., 14 Ib. 85c. 6912 Giant Summer Crookneck. 55 days. Long, slim, pear-shaped fruits with curved necks and heavily warted. In the edible stage they are of a medium yellow color; the flesh is firm, juicy and creamy white. Early and productive. PEC WOGs 022 20C5 4 Lb. bac 6941 White Bush Scallop (Patty Pan). 56 days. Creamy white, round, flaring bowl- shaped with scalloped edge. The flesh is somewhat greenish, tender and juicy. Pkts lOc oz 2oCe4 Ibawoc 6949 Zucchini. 65 days. A fine type of the always-popular Italian Vegetable Marrow.
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WINTER VARIETIES
6963 Des Moines (Table Queen). 65 days. A small Squash that enjoys enormous and well- merited popularity. It is shaped like an acorn with dark green skin and is perfect for baking. Prolific. Quality unsurpassed.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 Ib. 75c.
6972 Golden Delicious. 115 days. Of medium size with deep orange shell and thick, dry or- ange flesh of superb flavor and texture. A good keeper. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 Ib. 75c.
6988 Delicious. 115 days. A medium-sized Autumn and Winter Squash with dark green shell and thick fine-grained yellow flesh.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 30c., 14 lb. 85c., Ib. $2.50
6996 Warren Turban. 125 days. Hard shell. Dry orange meat of superior quality.
Pkt. 15c., oz. 50c., 14 Ib. $1.50
7004 Blue Hubbard. 125 days. A Squash very popular in New England. Hard-shelled with thick dry meat of fine quality.
Pkt 10c:5 oz. soc, 14 1b. $1.00
7009 Golden Hubbard. 110 days. Earlier than Green Hubbard with deep orange-red skin and bright orange flesk. Fine-grained and sweet. Pkt l0c3 07. 25c,, 4 Ib. 7dc.
7013 Green Hubbard. 125 days. Sweet, dry, orange-yellow flesh of rich flavor.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 30c., 14 Ib. 85c., lb. $2.50.
6954 Butternut. 8&5 days.
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The newest and finest variety among small Winter Squashes. The fruits are of a yellowish brown color and bottle-shaped. The outer shell is smooth and hard. The flesh is yellow, fine textured, dry, sweet, and of excellent flavor. very small seed cavity and almost the entire fruit is clear, solid, high quality meat. A Breck introduction and one which is increasing in popularity by leaps and bounds.
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Pkt. 15c., 14 oz. 60c., oz. $1.00, 14 Ib. $3.00
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A good source of vitamin C with a fair supply of vitamin A; one of the most important vege- tables for the home garden. They can be planted in most any type of soil with reasonable assur- ance of success and are unsurpassed for home canning.
Time to Sow—lt is best to sow indoors in flats, or in coldframes, during April, but seed sown outdoors in early May will produce fruit in September.
Planting—When sowing use a good light sifted loam and broadcast the seed lightly over the surface, cover with not more than }% inch of soil. When the seedlings are from 2 to 3 inches high they should be given ample space for proper growth. Either trans- plant or thin out so that they will be about 3 inches apart. After all danger of frost is past these plants should be hardened off, by gradual exposure to the out-of-doors, during favorable weather; transplant- ing them to the garden about May 20. Space the plants about 3 feet apart in the rows allowing 4 feet between rows. Closer planting is possible if the plants are to be staked.
One ounce of seed should produce about 1500 plants
7086 Bonny Best. 7( days. A splendid outdoor second-early Tomato of outstanding quality and fine appearance. Plants vigorous and most productive. Fruit medium to large. Very smooth, solid, and of unitorm shape.
Pkt. 10c., 14 oz. 30c., oz. 50c., 14 Ib. $1.50
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7095 John Baer. 70 days. A very popular and most profitable variety for market growing. The fruit is nearly round, clear scarlet, and large for an early Tomato.
‘Pkt. 10c., % oz. 30c., 0z. 50c., 14 1b. $1.50
7114 Penn State. 72 days. Anear!y and prolific variety bearing spherical fruits of a brilliant scarlet color. The flesh is dark red with little cr no core. Pkt. 25c., 4 oz. 60c., oz. $1.00
7136 Earliana. 65 days. The earliest bright red Tomato. Fruits are medium size, slightly flat, solid, and with few seeds. :
Pkt. 10c., oz. 45c.; 4 lb. $1.25
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(75 days)
It is best grown as a trellis variety or on poles, but when field-grown without support, 1t pro- duces abundantly. We consider this a superlative variety, perhaps a little too small for economical home canning, but ideal in every way for table use. Grow Belmont. You will like it very much.
7129 Pritchard (Scarlet Topper). 72 days. An enormously productive, early, wilt-resistant, large, smooth Tomato. Its color is intense scarlet and the fruits are truly remarkable for their solidity, as they have small seed cavities and no core.
Pkt. 10c., % oz. 30c., oz. 50c., 144 Ib. $1.50
7152 Breck’s Balshire. 75 days. In a recent trial under glass some of the plants carried at least 40 pounds of fruit. We recommend it strongly, either for forcing or for outdoor cul- ture. Pkt. 25c., 14 oz. $1.25
7178 Comet. Splendid for forcing; very prolific.
Pkt. 10c., % oz. 30c., oz. 50c., 4% Ib. $1.50
7183 Marglobe.j 75 days. Wilt-resistant. Fruit scarlet, medium size, deep from stem to blos- som, solid and smooth, set in clusters of 5 to 7.
Pkt. 10c., % oz. 30c., oz. 50c., 14 Ib. $1.50
7196 Rutgers. 7s days. A splendid variety producing a heavy crop of fine quality, large, highly colored fruit on strong, vigorous vines. Rutgers is a development frem Marglobe. It is highly wilt-resistant. For home canning it is unbeatable.
Pkt. 10c., 1% oz. 30c., oz. 50c., 14 Ib. $1.50
7205 Stone (Matchless). 83 days. The standard late sort. Plants very vigorous, producing a heavy crop of large, solid bright red fruits.
Pkt. 10c., % oz. 30c., oz. 50c., 44 Ib. $1.50
7236 Red Ponderosa (Beefsteak). 95 days. The largest variety. Bright scarlet, smooth skin, fleshy but irregular and variable in shape.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 45c., 144 Ib. $1.25
7246 Golden Queen. 8&4 days. Good size and quality; bright yellow color.
Pkt. 10c., % oz. 30c., oz. 50c., 14 lb. $1.50
Small-Fruiting Varieties
7253 Red Pear. 82 days. Solid, handsome fruit. Good preserving variety. Pkt. 25c., % oz. 60c., oz. $1.00 7264 Yellow Plum. 8&2 days. Used for salads and pickling. Pkt. 25c., 4 oz. 60c., oz. $1.00 7266 Red Plum. 82 days. Bright scarlet, al- most globe-shaped. Used for preserving. Pkt. 25c., % oz. 60c., oz. $1.00 7271 Red Cherry. 82 days. A small, early va- riety used for pickling Pkt. 25c., % oz. 60c., oz. $1.00 7285 Yellow Cherry. 82 days. Same as Red Cherry except for color. Pkt. 25c., 4% oz. 60c., oz. $1.00 7292 Red Currant. 82 days. Very small. Used in preserves. Pkt. 25c., 44 oz. 60c., oz. $1.00
7297 Strawberry Tomato or Winter Cherry. 90 days. (Also called “‘Ground Cherry’’). Fruit grows in a husk. Used for preserving and sauce. Pkt. 25c., 4% oz. 60c., oz. $1.00
Culture Pays
A wise grower will provide support for his Tomato plants. Unsupported plants sprawl over the ground, taking up valuable garden space; also the fruit on such plants will often spoil from contact with the soil, par- ticularly during rainy weather.
The method most economical of garden space is the training of individual ‘plants on single stakes. A good rugged pole should be driven into the ground 3 or 4 inches from each plant. The pole should be long enough so that it stands 5 to 6 feet above the ground after being firmly planted. We recommend the Cedar Poles which are ordinarily used for Pole Beans. (See our list of Garden Tools and Requisites starting on page 90.) As soon as the plants begin to branch, snip off all side shoots and tie up the main stem to the stake. Use soft jute twine or strips of strong cloth and tie loosely so that the plant will not be injured. As the plants grow continue to tie up the main stem and to remove all side branches until they reach the tops of the stakes. Tomatoes so grown will produce earlier, cleaner and more perfect fruit because of their expo- sure to sunlight and air.
Another and more popular way of handling Toma- toes is to set a specially designed Tomato Support over each plant. These supports are catalogued and illustrated in our list of Garden Tools and Requisites (page 90). The only training necessary is to keep the plants from growing under or between hoops until they are tall enough to hang over the top. From then on they will be supported perfectly and the fruit will be held well above the ground.
70 days.
Spinach, Nobel Giant Thick-leavec
some riboflavin.
Time to Sow. For an early crop seed should be sown just as soon as the ground can be worked (about April 1) with successive sowings up to the end of May. This crop runs quickly to seed in hot dry weather and therefore it is best not to plant again until about August 15 when a Fall crop of Spinach can be sown which will provide greens until frost.
Soil Preparation. Spinach, to be succulent and tender must have a really rich soil, well prepared and liberally manured.
Planting. Sow the seed thinly in rows; cover with not over 14 inch of soil and allow 1'4 feet between rows. When the plants are large enough to handle, thin out, leaving about one inch between plants.
1 ounce of seed should sow a 50-foot row
7049 King of Denmark. 48 days. Of Danish origin, and a selection from the best types of Long-standing varieties. Will remain in good condition for cutting for about two weeks after other varieties have bolted to seed.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 Ib. 70c., Ib. $2.00
7061 Bloomsdale Long Standing Savoy. 45 days. Valuable for either Spring or Fall sowing and a variety that is to be recommended in every way. Quality of the best. The thick, glossy green leaves are intensely blistered and crinkled. Quick-growing. Slow to run to seed.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 lb. 70c., lb. $2.00
7068 Nobel Giant Thick-leaved. 45 days. Makes the largest plant of any variety in cultivation with leaves slightly crumpled toward the center, and of an inviting, medium-green color. Fine flavor.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 lb. 70c., lb. $2.00
7072 Viking. 45 days. A new selection of Long-standing Spinach with rich dark green leaves. Does not readily go to seed.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 lb. 70c., lb. $2.00 ¢
7043 NEW ZEALAND SPINACH. A true cut-and-come-again vege- table, exceptionally valuable for Summer ‘“‘greens.”” The plants are robust, of low spreading habit, extremely drought resistant and pro- duce an abundance of small, thick, tender leaves. As this is not a true Spinach, the culture is somewhat different. The seeds may be sown from May 1 to July 1 and should be soaked in warm water a few hours before planting. Sow at a depth of 14 inch and thin out to stand 2 feet apart. Pkt. l5c., % oz. 40c., oz. 75c., 14 1b. $2.25
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TURNIP
Turnip greens are most valuable for they supply excellent quantities of vitamins A and C, together with a good supply “of calcium and iron. The roots provide a good supply of vitamin{C.
Turnips are easy to grow. They will thrive in the Spring or Fall but will not do well during the heat of Summer. Seeds may be sown as early as the ground is workable (about April |) with successive sowings until May 15. The Fall crop should be sown in August. Any reasonably good garden soil will suffice.
Sow in rows, | '4 feet apart and cover the seed with not over 1 inch of soil. When the plants are about 3 inches high, thin them out to stand 3 inches apart. These tender vitamin-rich plants should not be discarded, they make delicious greens.
1 ounce of seed should sow a 150-foot row
7314 Early Snowball. 42 days. Very fine first-early variety, producing a small, globe-shaped root, free of all coarseness, and pure white. Recommended to the home gardener because of
its superior quality. Pkt. L0ce oz. 20c., 24 lb. 60e nbs $1.75 7335 Purple-Top White Globe. 53 gays. Round, handsome, of superior quality. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 Ib. 70c., 1b. $2.00 7346 White Egg. 52 days. A handsome, egg-shaped white vari- ety. Grows large. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., 14 Ib. 60c., Ib. $1.75 7373 Purple-Top Strap-Leaf. 45 days. The best of the flat Turnips. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c , 14 Ib. 60c., Ib. $1.75
7389 Seven-Top. 30-35 days. Cultivated for the tops only. Cut for salads and greens, also for stock-feed.
Pkt. 10c., oz. 15c., 14 Ib. 35c., 1b. $1.00
7394 Yellow Aberdeen. 70-80 days. Very hardy and produc- tive. Good for stock and table. Keeps well.
Pkt. l0c:, oz. 15c;, 44 lbs 45e) Ibe oL.25
7402 Golden Ball. 60-65 days. A small, early, medium-sized
golden yellow variety with flesh of the finest texture. Unsur-
passed for table use. Pkt. 10c:; oz. 20c., 14 Ib: 60c:, Ib. $1.75
RUTA-BAGA or Swedish Turnip
The greens are most valuable, for they supply excellent quan- tities of vitamins A and C, together with a good supply of calcium and iron. The roots provide vitamin C with some vitamin A. They are an important Fall crop for the roots can be stored
throughout the Winter.
Seeds may be sown during April, but since they do not do well during hot weather, it is best not to make further plantings until after June 15, when an Autumn crop may be sown. Their cultural requirements are like Turnips except that they must be thinned to stand 6 inches apart.
1 ounce of seed should sow a 150-foot row
can. 90 days. Flesh yel-
low, solid, sweet, fine- ; flavored. Pkt. 10c., oz. aden 25c., 14 lb. 70c., lb. $2.00 Beebe
7427 White Cape. 85 2 ca days. The white Ruta- y
baga required by all Cape Cod folk. A fine-grained, large, solid Winter sort. Pkt. 1l0e, 0z2-25c.; 14 Ib: 70c., lb. $2.00 7433 Skirving’s Purple- Top. 85 days. Large; yellow, firm, sweet flesh, | good keeper. Pkt. 10c., \ (Ovex PAC SZC Moy. Ulery ile. $2.00
Marigold, Mayling
2570 Marigold, Mayling
Hardy Annual 216 feet
A new, medium tall African Marigold with 214 inch blooms of the same clear, light yel- low color as the ever popular ‘Yellow Su- preme.’’ Mayling has rare charm, an open, airy flower form, Midsummer blooming habit and completely odorless foliage. We consider it extra fine. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Treat as Biennial
2858 Pansy, Century of Progress
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2983 Petunia, English Violet Honorable Mention, 19438, A.A.S.
Treat as Hardy Annual 12 to 15 inches
A new and very lovely Petunia bearing 2 inch blooms of a distinctly new color, rosy mauve- violet. The plants are spreading, of the bedding type and are very free flowering. Greatly ad- mired in our trial grounds during the past season. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
1 foot
In our many years of experience we have never seen a strain of mixed Pansies that produced flowers of such colossal size or such rare individual beauty. The results of a century of progress in Pansy development are certainly manifest when one compares these superb creations with Pan-
sies of even the best commercial strains.
The mixture has purposely been restricted in the number
of colors, but each type of flower has undergone “‘laboratory”’ selection for size, texture, and indi-
vidual beauty. The blooms are truly colossal.
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1464 Cosmos, Sensation Dazzler
Hardy Annual
Honorable Mention, 1943 A.A.S.
3 to 4 feet
As gorgeous and as rich a shade of velvety crimson-maroon as you could ever imagine—a worthy
companion to the already famous Pink and White ‘‘Sensations.”’
The blooms are immense, 4 to
5 inches across; single, with broad, heavy fluted petals that slightly overlap. The attractive, luxu- riant, and well-foliaged plants attain a height of 3 to 4 feet and bear a plentiful supply of long, firm-stemmed blooms. Dazzler is ideal for cutting and very showy in the garden.
Pkt. 25¢,, 6: pkts+ 60e.
1p Scotties
1497
The ‘‘Golden Sweet Pea’’
(Crotalaria Retusa)
Half-hardy Annual 2 feet
valuable, decorative annual with flowers much like Sweet Peas but entirely different in habit of growth. The plants are sturdy, erect, about 2 feet tall, with spire-like spikes, closely furnished with glossy, bright golden yellow blooms.
It will flourish in hot, dry places where ordi- nary Sweet Peas will not thrive. This glorious “Golden Sweet Pea” will provide the border with a bright splash of goid during Midsummer. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Cosmos, Sensation Dazzler
3113 Petunia (peunie) America Silver Medal, 1943 A.A.S.
Treat as Hardy Annual 12 inches
Medium sized blooms of Carnation-like form, borne by hundreds from early Summer until frost. The plants are of the ‘dwarf bedding’ type and the blooms are of a rich, mauve-pink color. An entirely new type and the first all-double variety produced in America. Pkt. 35¢;, 3 pkts. 85c.
2794 Nicotiana, Snowstorm
Hardy Annual 18 inches
Showery sprays of small, starry, snow-white flowers rising on slim, wiry stems from low rosettes
of rich, deep green foliage. A dainty and fragrant : Caligg <= flower of great value to all gardens, large or small. 'Ss Winn Giant t
An excellent variety for cutting. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
Aster, Early Giant Crego Navy Blue Gold-Coin Flower
os64 Aster, Navy Blue 1122 Gold-Coin Flower 7 pen 942 (Cassia Fasciculata)
Honorable Mention, 1943, pea: ere ital 116 feet Hardy Annual 12 to 20 inches Graceful in growth with decorative,
The first of a new class of large-floweredearly fern-like, pinnate foliage, lavishly en- Asters, ‘‘Early Giant Crege.’’ Four-inch, fully riched with glittering golden blossoms. double, deep purplish blue flowers with long, Attractive enough to be grown for the foli- curled petals on 12 to 20 inch branching age alone, but particularly desirable for plants. A splendid early cutting variety with its galaxy of bloom. Sure to attract
sturdy, 10 inch stems. widespread attention. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. Pkt, 25¢e3) 3: pkts360c:
3 SUPERB NEW ZINNIAS ass Miss Willmott California Giant). Very large blooms
of soft rich pink on vigorous plants that grow 30 inches high. There isa glowing luster to the flowers that makes them
very outstanding even among the lovely pink shades in other Zinnia groups. Pkt. ldc., 3 pkts. 35c:
4467 Meled, A new color in the “‘Fantasy’ Zinnia group. Gay, Y shaggy, informal blooms of rich orchid-lavender. The
curled and twisted petals give the flowers an airy, dainty appearance and the color is entrancing. Height 30 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
4357 julu Queen (Breck’s Giant). A rich and forceful color—
the deepest of deep maroon with an exquisite, velvety texture. Medium sized blooms on 30-inch plants. A handsome Zinnia for contrasting with lighter or brighter shades. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
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1432 CORAL FLOWER ‘ : ¥ : . !
Half-Hardy Annual 2 feet
A new annual flower of exquisite, jewel-like daintiness and vivid coloring. The foliage too, is decorative—rich, dark green leaves in dense clusters at the base of the plant—and from these clusters rise slim, wiry stems bearing minute starry flowers of rosy pink. These blooms are followed by _ berry-like capsules, each like a bead of coral polished to intense brilliancy; hundreds of them on each of the spire-like stems. Suitable for both bedding and cutting. Pkty25c.) oupits: 100e:
0719 ASTER VICTORY GIANTS MIXED
Honorable Mention, 1943 A.A.S. Hardy Annual 3 feet
Extra-early flowering Giants of California type in a very pleasing color mixture. The plants are of branching habit, of sturdy growth and about 3 feet tall, with fine, strong, straight stems. The crown flowers average 5 inches across. A splendid new Aster type for early cutting purposes. Pktsa25¢s 3) pkts760e,
Aster, Princess Bonnie
THREE MATCHLESS ASTERS
Hardy Annuals 2 feet
Fine, new Asters bearing blooms composed of full-crested centers surrounded by several rows of broad guard petals. The stems are long and sturdy and the blooms are 3 to 3% inches in diame- ter. A charming and useful addition; exquisite cutting flowers. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 0651 Princess Anne.x% The well known Peach
Blossom shade, opening delicate pink but chang-
ing to rose-pink as the flowers mature.
0655 Princess Bonnie.* Very beautiful soft salmon-rose with the center rich gold while opening.
0659 Princess Marsha.* Vivid scarlet with contrasting center of rich gold which becomes silvery with maturity.
Aster, Victory Giants Mixed
PETUNIA 2994 IGLOO
Bronze Medal, 1943, A.A.S. Treat as Hardy Annual 12 to 15 inches
A new variety of the ‘dwarf bedding’”’ type, completely cov- ered with small, creamy white, single flowers, from early Sum- mer until Fall. The plants are compact and even, from 12 to 15 inches tall and when grouped, produce a perfect sheet of bloom. A grand bedder.
Pkt. 35e., 3 pkts.ache,
Petunia, Igloo
MORNING GLORY, Pearly Gates
2250 Silver Medal, 1943, A.A.S. Annual Climber 12 feet
Immense blooms of such purity that one can well imagine them adorn- ing the heavenly gateway. The vines reach a height of about 12 feet and are completely covered all Summer long with lustrous white flowers, made whiter by contrast with the fresh green of the foliage. In earliness, in pro- fusion of bloom and in luxurious foliage, this admirable climber is identical
with the older favorite, ‘Heavenly Blue.” Pkt. 25c.; 3 pkts:60c: MARIGOLD, Sunkist
2607 Silver Medal, 1943, A.A.S.
Hardy Annual. 6 to 12 inches
A new, very dwarf Marigold with rich, blazing orange flowers, 1144 inches across. The plants grow from 6 to 12 inches tall, according to fertility and moisture and are well covered with the showy, attractive blooms. They are even and compact and will be a notable addition to the group of plants suitable for low edgings. Early and continuous bloomer.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
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SEEDS OF FLOWERING PLANTS
ANNUALS e
Of the Summer-flowering plants usually raised from seed there are three distinct classes—Annuals, Biennials and Perennials. Each of these because of peculiar habits and characteristics of its own, requires some- what different treatment. Here we have tried to make clear the differences
between each of these groups. Planting instructions will also be found on packages of Breck’s Flower Seeds.
ANNUALS
Botanically, an annual plant is one which completes its entire life-cycle from seed germination, through the blooming and seed-ripening periods, to a natural death within a single growing season. Practically, however, we include in this group all plants, whether biennials or perennials, which will bloom in the open the same year the seed is sown and which do not live over Winter in this climate.
Most common annuals will bloom freely if the seeds are sown in the open ground in the Spring after the weather has become settled. How- ever, since this rule does not always apply, it has been necessary to sub- divide annuals into groups as follows:
Hardy Annuals are so called because they need no artificial heat at any time. They are able to endure any ordinary weather from early April until Fall. Frosty weather which often occurs during April and even May will do the plants no harm after they have passed the seed-leaf stage. Seed of many hardy annuals may even be sown in the Fall and the young plants which appear in the early Spring will often flower more strongly than those from Spring sowings.
Half-Hardy Annuals are those which must have a long growing season in which to reach full development and which require protection and warmth during the early stages of their growth. They are usually sown in seed pans or flats during February or March and grown in a window, hotbed, or greenhouse to be transplanted to the open garden in May when the weather has become settled.
HARDY BIENNIALS
Hardy Biennials require more than one growjng season to reach matur- ity. They usually bloom the second year after the seed is sown and then die. It is customary to sow the seed out of doors at any time after the weather has become settled in the Spring, until August. Certain biennials such as Canterbury Bells (Campanula Medium) should definitely be sown early (in April or May) or they will not bloom until the third season, but most of the others will give good results if sown in June, July or early August. If the seed is sown late and the seedlings are small, it is best to transplant them into a cold- frame where they may remain throughout the Winter. By doing so, the growing season will be lengthened and the young plants may be pro- tected more easily from severe weather changes.
BIENNIALS e
PERENNIALS HARDY PERENNIALS
Hardy Perennials usually do not bloom until the season following the one in which the seed is sown. However, unlike biennials, they do not die after blooming. Their foliage will die back to the ground every year but the plant will start from the same root in the Spring and will bloom each season for a long time. The seed may be sown from April until August. Early sowing is advisable for the plants will be larger and better able to withstand the Winter. In sorthe instances the plants from early sowings will flower the first season but in any case they will be stronger and will bloom much better the second year. Small plants from late sowings require the protection of a coldframe during their first Winter.
THE SOIL AND ITS PREPARATION
The soil best suited to the majority of flowering plants, whether annuals, biennials or perennials, is a light rich loam, neither too sandy nor too stiff.
Such ideal conditions are not always available to the gardener but most soils will respond to proper conditioning. Deep and thorough digging with a generous quantity of well-rotted manure or leafmold worked into the land will usually give the desired results. If the soil is a heavy one sand should be worked in while it is being dug over.
Good drainage is also an important matter for excessively moist soils are cold and young plants are likely to suffer during the cooler Spring months. Very few perennial plants will survive severe Winter weather if the soil in which they are growing is poorly drained and wet.
Most flowering garden plants dislike a loam that is sour or acid. your soil, and if necessary, correct acidity with lime.
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(<= IMPORTANT NOTICE!
In this catalogue we have made but one list of all our Flower Seeds. Whether they are Annuals, Biennials or Perennials they are catalogued alphabetically according to their botanical names, except in cases such as that of Asters or Nasturtiums where the common names are so universally used that to list any other would be confusing.
After each variety we have given the common name of the flower—if there is one that is at all well known—and under each heading we have indicated the correct classification (Annual, Biennial or Perennial) or the treatment that is best suited to the individual item, in New England. We have also given hints as to the more common uses of each variety and the heights to which they may be expected to grow.
We call particular attention to the special pricing of 3 packet lots of indi- vidual Flower Seed items. This special price for three packets, only applies when three packets bearing the same catalogue number are purchased.
Please order by number and be sure that you have copied the numbers correctly.
BRECK’S GOLD MEDAL
BORDER OF ANNUALS
BOSTON SPRING FLOWER SHOW March 17-24, 1942
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Hardy Annuals, Flower garden. 114 to 8 feet Asters are the glory of New England gardens in August and September just when good flowers for cutting and gar- den display are wanted in masses. They are very different from other Summer blooming plants in their color ef- ect and there is a large number of different types in all of which similar
colors have been produced. During the past few years Aster growers have " worked toward true wilt-resistant strains and while they cannot yet claim j perfection, the results have shown great improvement in this direction. N Throughout the following lists, the varieties which have been improved in
this way are indicated by the following mark *, meaning Wilt-Resistant.
4 BRECK’S International
PRIZE MIXTURE 0500 A Splendid Mixture of
practically all of the colors and types in our list as well as many others. Highly desirable for those who wish a wide variety at
minimum expense. Pkt. 15¢.;°3 pkts.3ac:,
Vy oz. T5c.
Aster, Early Giant Rose Marie
American Beauty
A September blooming race of Asters, 214 to 3 feet high, with large, compact, semi-globular flowers on long, stout stems. Excellent keeping qualities. Pkt. 15c.,.3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 75c. aa 0505 Azure Blue x 0513 Purple Early Giant | 0507 Crimson ~ 0515 Shell-Pink ~ | The finest large-flowered, heavy-stemmed 0509 Deep Rose x 0517 White ~ wilt-resistant Aster. Flowers are of the
r : “Giants of California’ type, while the | 0511 Deep Violet x 0519 Mixed plants are only 11% feet high. Very early- |
flowering. 0566 Light Blue. *% Silver Medal, 1939 All-America. Selections. | Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., oz. $1.35 i H | 0568 Peach Blossom.*% Flowers open American Branching | white, but soon flush to pink andlavender | pink. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.35 0570 Rose Marie. * Rich, lively shade of | rose. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c., 1% oz. $2.50 |
05211 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, «75c.
Robust branching plants, 21% feet tall. Flow- ers large, double and of fine form, blooming in early September. A great favorite.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., % oz. 60c. 0526 Azure Blue x 0534 Shell Pink x 0528 Crimson x 0536 White x 0530 Light Rose x 0538 Mixed ~ 0532 Purple x
05401 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, +50c.
A beautiful Aster class with broad rays distinct- ly curled inward or shell- shaped. The blooms are more than average size and the plants are sturdy, vigorous and branching. Height 114 to 2 feet. PiktanlOcs, 3 pkts. 25c., é oz. 60c.
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0575 Azure Blue x 0577 Deep Purple x 0579 Deep Rose x 0581 Shell-Pink ~ 0583 White x
0585 Choice Mixed x
Breck’s California Sunshine
This fascinating new type of Aster has been rightly called the most beautiful in the world. The blooms are large and graceful, 4 inches or more across, and are composed of a single row of loosely placed outer petals which contrast charmingly with a unique light yellow and white central disc that resembles lace. The stems are long and the plants grow from 2 to 83 feet in height. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1% oz. $1.75 0545 lolanthe. Pure white.
0547 Maytime. Delicate flesh-pink.
0549 Naughty Marietta. Clear light blue. 0551 Pink Lady. Charming salmon-pink. 0553 Quaker Girl. Dainty lavender. 0556 The Enchantress. Deep rose.
0557 Vagabond King. Flashing purple. 0559 Mixed Colors.
05611 COLLECTION, 6 separate varieties, $1.25 a
05861 COLLECTION, 5 separate colors— * 40c.
Giants of California
Large, full blooms of the Crego Giant type with broad, curled, and interlaced petals. The immense Chrysanthemum-like flowers are borne on long, strong stems and the plants reach a height of 3 feet, blooming from late Summer until frost. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1K oz. $1.25
0592 Azure Blue
0593 Crimson
0595 Dark Purple x
0597 Deep Rose
0599 Loveliness. Rich pure pink touched with salmon.
0691 Peach Blossom. lavender-pink.
0603 Pure White
0605 Mixed
Opens white, flushes
06071 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, $1.25
Asters, Giant Crego
Giant Crego
Through the most careful selection, this type has been brought to a high state of perfection. Huge, fluffy, double flowers of Chrysanthemum form. The stems are long and branching and the plants are over 2 feet high. A very popular type.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c. 0617 Blue Flame x 0629 Peach Blossom x
Bright navy blue Wh.te, flushing to 0619 Bright Rose x pink ?
0521 Crimson x 0631 Shell Pink 0625 Light Blue 0633 Snow White x 0527 Purple x 0635 Choice Mixture x
06371 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, «75c.
See Flower Seed Novelty Pages (26, 27, 28) for this year’s
Aster introductions
Princess
Fine new Asters composed of full-crested cen- ters surrounded by several rows of broad guard petals. The stems are long and sturdy, and the blooms are 3 to 3% inches in diameter. Exquisite cutting flowers. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 0651 Princess Anne. * Delicate pink changing
to rose pink.
0655 Princess Bonnie. x Beautiful soft salm- on-rose, center golden while opening. 0659 Princess Marsha. % Vivid scarlet with
contrasting center of rich gold which becomes silvery with maturity.
Queen of the Market
A well-known early flowering strain of Aster of branching habit which grows to a height of about 114 feet. The flowers are of medium size on long stems and are used extensively for cut flowers. Blooms in early August.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., % oz. 50c. 0668 Azure Blue x 0676 Purple x 0670 Bright Violet * 0678 Rose x 0672 Crimson x 0680 White x
0674 Flesh-Pink x 0682 Mixed x
06841 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, *50c.
Single Giant
A new type, the largest and finest single-flow- ered Aster, with very small centers and long, graceful rays. Vigorous plants, 11% to 2 feet tall.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 60c. 0689 Deep Lavender * 0695 Rose x 0691 Flesh x 0697 White x
0693 Purple x 0699 Mixed x
07011 COLLECTION, 5separate colors, «60c.
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Super-Giant
The largest and most fully double Aster class known. The flowers are immense with long, gracefully interlaced petals. They grow about 216 feet high with 6 to 8 long non-lateral stems to the plant. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., % oz. $1.00
0706 EI Monte. A.A.S. 1936.
0712 Los Angeles. A.A.S. 1934.
Crimson. Bronze Medal,
Shell-pink. Silver Medal,
Miscellaneous Varieties
0723 Aurora, Golden Sheaf. * A splendid free flowering Aster, bearing large, full fowers with clear yellow quilled centers surrounded by an outer band of broad, golden yellow petals. Height 2 feet. Blooms in late August.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 75c.
0725 Aurora Blue. Same form as the above with the same clear yellow centers, but the sur- rounding band is of a clear light blue color. 2 feet. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 75c.
0727 Heart of France. * Compact branching plants bearing medium sized flowers of the purest red yet introduced to this family. A deep, glowing crimson which retains its beauty to the end. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. $1.00
ASTERS — Perennial Michaelmas Daisies
Hardy Perennials. Flower or rock garden. 15inches.
Excellent perennials with single, Daisy-like flowers. Easily raised from seed and extremely usefulin the hardy border. The dwarfer varieties are very useful in the rock garden.
0732 Alpinus Goliath. Large, handsome, Daisy-like blooms of soft lilac-blue with bright yellow centers, in May and June. Compact, bushy plants, 15 inches high.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
0738 Subcaeruleus. A handsome dwarf variety which blooms in May and June. Large flowers of clear bluish mauve with yellow centers. Height 15 inches. Another fine rock garden variety. Pkt. 25c:, 3 pkts. 60c.
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0010 Umbellata. This is a tender perennial which is used as an annual. It has ruddy, fleshy stems and globular heads of rose-pink flowers. At its best in a sunny position on a dry bank.
Pkt. 10c!, 3 pkts. 25c.,. 44 0z.50e.
ACHILLEA — Yarrow
Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 2 to 5 feet.
Easily grown perennial border plants bearing white, yellow or pink clustered flower heads. Ex- cellent for half-shady places. Fine for cutting.
0017 Filipendulina, Parker’s Variety. Large yellow, showy flowers, 4 to 5 feet.
Pktvl5c., 3 pkts)35c., 44 oz: 75c:
0021 Ptarmica, The Pearl. Large, snowy-
“ white clusters. 2 feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
ACONITUM — Monkshood
Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 6 feet.
Tall, stately plants which resemble Delphini- ums in form, bearing long spikes of curiously- shaped, hooded blooms. The foliage mats closely at the base and is of a deep, lustrous green color. Excellent in semi-shade.
0036 Wilsoni. Violet-blue blooms on fine, 6-foot plants during September and October. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
ACROCLINIUM — Everlasting Half-hardy Annual. Cutting garden. 18 to 24 inches
Pretty, Daisy-like flowers in white and pink shades which may be cut before they are fully ex- panded and dried for Winter bouquets. They grow quickly and will often bloom in 6 or 7 weeks after sowing.
0039 Double Pink. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c. 0040 Double White. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
0043 Sensation Giants, Mixed. Blooms much larger than those of the ordinary strain rang- ing in color from light pink to deep rose. 24 inches. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
ADENOPHORA - Ladybell Hardy Perennial. Flower garden. 3 feet.
0046 Potanini. An excellent perennial with broad, bell-shaped drooping flowers of light blue in August. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts.'60c.
AETHIONEMA -— Stone-Cress
For rock gardens. 18 inches.
0060 Grandiflorum. A splendid, spreading rock plant of bushy, erect habit. The foliage is of a grayish color and clusters of rosy-lilac flowers appear in June and July. Thrives best in a light, sandy soil in a sunny location.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
AGAPANTHUS ~— Lily-of-the-Nile Tender Perennial. For pots or tubs. 3 feet.
0063 Umbellatus. Handsome, Summer-flower- ing plants with attractive, broad, strap-like leaves, from which rise clusters of bright blue, funnel-shaped flowers held aloft on 2- to 3-foot stems. Excellent for porch decoration or for use in sheltered locations in the garden. Grow in pots or tubs and store in a cool cellar during the Winter. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
Hardy Perennial.
AGATHAEA - Blue Marguerite
Tender Subshrub. Greenhouse or conservatory.
3 feet.
0066 Coelestis (Felicia amelloides). Clear, sky-blue flowers with yellow centers, much like hardy Asters or Daisies.
PktaZocyie pktsno0cs
AGERATUM — Floss Flower
Treat as Annuals. Flower garden. 4 to 18 inches.
Very satisfactory bedding plants with fuzzy clusters of flowers. The plants vary in height— some are suitable for cut flowers and others for low bedding or edging purposes. Tender peren- nials which are used as annuals.
0070 Blue Ball, Improved. A fine dwarf, deep blue variety for edging. 4 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.00 0073 Blue Perfection. Dark blue. A choice variety for bedding and cutting. 18 inches. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 60c. 0076 Dwarf Blue. Deep blue flowers; compact habit. 9 inches. Pkt. 10c.; 3 pkts. 25c., 144 oz. 60c. 0079 Fairy Pink. Soft salmon and rose-pink. Dwarf and compact. 5 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., % oz. $2.00 0082 Little Blue Star. Miniature plants for edging or rock-work. Flowers light blue. 4inches. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 75c. 0085 Midget Blue. Dense spreading plants almost smothered with clear, azure-blue flow- ers. Uniformly dwarf. 4 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.50 0088 Princess Victoria Louise. Light blue flowers with white centers. 6 inches. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 16 oz. 75c. 0091 Tall Blue. Light blue. Excellent for cut- ting. 18 inches. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 60c.
0094 Tall White. A clear color. Splendid cut flower. 18 inches. : Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c:, 44 oz. 40c.
ALONSOA — Maskflower
Half-hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 18 inches.
Very interesting little annuals which make ex- cellent plants for edging and very dainty flowers for cutting. Splendid for pot culture in the greenhouse.
0099 Mutisi. Neat plants about 18 inches high bearing pretty blooms of a deep salmon-orange shade. PEER TOGO Ditsooc:
0101 Warscewiczi. Tiny scarlet-red flowers on 18-inch spikes. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c:
ALYSSUM — Annual
For edging and rockeries. 4 to 9 inches
Popular and easily grown plants for the rock- garden or for edging beds or borders. Sweetly- scented flowers are produced profusely all Summer.
Hardy Annuals.
0106 Carpet of Snow. An excellent, very dwarf variety producing masses of snowy-white flow- ers all Summer. 4 inches.
Pkt. 15¢:, Sipkts35c., Oz.) o1.50
0109 Lilac Queen. A pretty shade of lilac, especially attractive in Autumn. 6 inches.
Pty 15¢e om pktisarooC smOZaEh leo
0112 Little Gem. A dwarf, compact variety. Pure white. 6 inches.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. $1.00
0118 Sweet Alyssum (Maritimum). The old- fashioned variety. Very fragrant. White. 9 inches. Pkt: 10¢; 3: pkts> 25¢c:, oz. 50c:
0121 Violet Queen. Bright violet and very compact. The first real step toward definite color among these charming edging plants.
6 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., oz. $2.50 0124 White Fleece. Very dwarf. Fragrant white flowers in great masses. 4 inches.
Pit) 15e. 3: pktss one, ,Ozn bL.2p
0125 Superb Edging Mixture. A lovely blend
of the various colors found among the annual
Alyssums. The varieties used are all of the
same habit of growth. A very effective edging for beds and borders.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., oz. $1.25
Kreme Shin
GARDEN GLOVES
For work or play, the exquisitely soft, cream-treated, imported lambskin not only
ens the skin. In three sizes for ladies: Small, Medium, and Large. $1.00 per pair.
ALYSSUM ~— Perennial
Hardy Perennials. Rock garden. 4 to 12 inches.
Fine, compact, low-growing plants with gray or gray-green foliage and showy heads of tiny flowers in shades of yellow. Excellent for rock- gardens, wall-gardens, or for the front of peren- nial borders.
0129 Argenteum (Yellow-Tuft). A Summer blooming variety with deep yellow flowers in clustered heads. 12 inches.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., % oz. 75c.
0132 Saxatile compactum (Gold Dust or Bas- ket of Gold). Brilliant golden-yellow flowers and grayish-green foliage on compact spread- ing plants. 12 inches.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 75c.
0135 Serpyllifolium (Alpestre). An interest- ing little prostrate plant with small, silver- gray leaves and light yellow flowers. 4 inches.
Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
0138 Silver Queen. A form of Saxatile with
delicate primrose-yellow flowers. 12 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. 85c. 0141 Breck’s Rock Garden Mixture. Com-
Very interesting and attractive. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1% oz. $1.25
Alyssum, White Fleece
AMARANTHUS
Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 3 to 5 feet.
Showy plants, some with reddish foliage, which will thrive best in sunny positions on rather poor soil. Very interesting flowers.
0145 Caudatus (Love-lies-Bleeding). Very handsome, with long, pendant, crimson flower . 3to 5 feet.
aber 2 Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. $1.00 0148 Molten Fire. A very showy plant with brilliant red foliage and Poinsettia-like flower heads. 4 feet. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c. 0151 Sunrise. A striking variety with red Hoe g n-yellow flower centers. eet. mnie Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 0154 Tricolor splendens (Joseph's Coat). Bril- liant scarlet and yellow leaf-whorls, like huge
flaming Poinsettias. 3 feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. $1.50
ANAGALLIS — Pimpernel
Half-hardy Annuals. Garden edging. 6 inches.
Low edging or border plants with starry flow- ers which open only in sunshine. Very attractive.
59 Gentian Blue. Very pretty deep blue mace Picts He 3 Diets. eps let. Large flowers of terra cotta red.
Ah teed Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c. Shades of blue, red and white.
ates i Mi ixed: Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
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ANCHUSA — Annual Half-hardy Annual. 18 inches.
0167 Blue Bird (Summer Forget-Me-Not). Compact plants with luxuriant clusters of vivid indigo-blue flowers. Excellent for cut- ting and for long-continued bloom in the gar- den. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., oz. $1.50
ANCHUSA ~- Perennial
Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 1 to 4 feet.
These excellent, blue-flowered perennials are very effective border plants. The foliage is of a coarse texture but their profuse bloom makes them very valuable for garden display.
0173 Azurea (italica) Dropmore. Grows 3 to 4 feet high with masses of brilliant gentian- blue flowers in June and July.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
0176 Azurea Lissadel. Unusually free-flower- ing variety. Rich, cobalt-blue flowers with white centers in June and July. 4 feet.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
0179 Azurea Opal. Blooms of a clear pale blue on 4-foot plants, in June and July.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pktS. 60c.
0182 Myosotidiflora. A dwarf species, quite
distinct from the others, bearing rich, blue
Forget-me-not-like flowers during May and
June. Splendid rock-garden plant or ground
cover for shady places. 1 foot.
Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
ANEMONE — Windflower
Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 12 to 18 inches.
Very pretty, Spring-blooming plants for the rock garden or hardy border. They thrive best in a light, well-drained soil.
0185 Pulsatilla alba (Pasque Flower). Charm- ing little plants about 1 foot high which bear beautiful white flowers during April or May.
Pkt. 25¢., 3 pkts. 60c.
0187 Pulsatilla rubra (Pasque Flower). Same as above but bearing flowers of deep reddish- purple. PEty 25¢:, ospkts, 60c:
0189 Sylvestris (Snowdrop Anemone). Large, nodding, pure-white, fragrant flowers during May and June. Excellent plants for a cool, partially shaded, moist position.
Pkt. 25c¢., 3 pkts. 60c.
ANTHEMIS
Hardy Perennial. Flower garden. 0194 Kelwayi (Golden Marguerite).
Flower garden.
2 feet.
An aro-
until frost.
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ANTIRRHINUM -— Snapdragon New Rust-Proof Strains
Treat as Annuals. Flower garden. 6 to 30 inches.
Handsome, erect plants bearing tall spikes of showy, colorful blooms of curious form. Effec- tive in mass bedding schemes and exceptionally fine for cutting. Snapdragons are tender peren- nials, but are used as annuals. They will thrive in any reasonably good garden soil and may be brought into bloom early in the season by sowing the seed indoors in February.
Large Flowered Giant
Excellent for tall bedding schemes or for cut- ting. 214 feet.
0210 Orange Shades. Deep to light orange.
Pkt. l5c., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 75c. 0213 Pinkie. Clear pink.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 1% oz. 75c. 0216 Rosalie. Rich, deep rose with an under-
lying tone of amber.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.25
0219 Scarlet. A brilliant shade.
Pkt: loc.) 3. pits. 35c.,, 14) oz. 75c: 0222 Shasta. Pure white.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 75c. 0225 Yellow Jacket. Rich, deep yellow.
Pkt. 1ldc., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 75c.
0228 Breck’s Choice Mixture. Pkt. l5dc., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 75c.
02291 COLLECTION, 6 separate varieties, 75c.
Breck’s Super-Giant
The plants are slightly taller than those of the above group and the individual flowers are much larger. 234 feet.
0240 Alaska. Pure white.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.00 0243 Campfire. Luminous scarlet.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., % oz. $1.00 0246 Copper King. Like burnished copper.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., % oz. $1.00 0249 Crimson King. Fiery crimson.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., % oz. $1.00 0252 Paradise Rose. Deep rose-pink.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., % oz. $1.00 0255 Yellow Giant. Rich, deep yellow.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.00 0258. Mixed. All of the above and many others.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 44 oz. $1.00
02601 COLLECTION, 6 separate varieties, $
34 For Rich Coloring and Unique
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Antirrhinum, Super-Majestic ANTIRRHINUMS—Contlinued Super-Majestic Intermediate
A base-branching type. Excellent for either bedding or cutting. 16 to 20 inches.
0300 Autumn Glow. Old rose, suffused am- ber with golden lip. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. $1.00 0302 Dainty. Soft pink. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. $1.00 0303 Harmony. Terra cotta and yellow, shaded rose. Pkt 25e, 3 pkts, 60e., 1/116 oz. pl-00 0309 Red Rocket. Bright red. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. $1.00 0312 Rose Sensation. Rose-pink. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. $1.00 0315 Shell Pink. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1/116 oz. $1.00 0318 Mixed. All of these and many other colors. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. $1.00
03201 COLLECTION, 6 separate varieties,
Rock Garden Variety
0330 Magic Carpet. A new Antirrhinum of almost creeping habit. The colors are bright with orange and pink predominat- ing. Ideal for color in the rock garden. 6 in. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Greenhouse Varieties px.
0335 Afterglow. Deep golden bronze. $1.00 0338 Ceylon Court. Golden yellow. $1.00 0341 Cheviot Maid Supreme. Early,
rose-pink. $1.00 0344 Klondike Supreme. Deep yel- low. $1.50
0347 Lucky Strike. Pure white. $1.00 0350 New Cincinnati. Light rose-pink.$1.00 0353 Shaffroth’s Early Pink. Queen
of all pink Snaps. $2.00 0356 Sun-Tan. Farly bronze or tan. $1.00 0359 Velvet Beauty. Rich crimson-red.$1.00 0362 Weld Pink, Salmon, shading
orange. $1.00
ANTIRRHINUMS—Conxtinued Large Flowered Intermediate
A splendid bedding type. Plants grow
about 18 inches high.
0267 Amber and Gold. The individual blooms have full golden yellow lips and hoods of golden amber; their lower faces are suffused with the same rich amber blend and the throats are soft rose pink.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., oz. 60c.
0270 Apple Blossom.
with contrasting white tube. Pkt. 5c), 3 pkts. 35e., %
0272 Du Barry. Flaming salmon-rose with golden shadings and a rich golden yellow spot on the lower lip; intensely brilliant. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 44 oz. 60c.
0273 Glowing Sunset. Rosy scarlet.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 44 oz. 60c.
0276 Red Boy. Rich, deep scarlet.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., oz. 60c.
0282 Wildfire. Bright orange-scarlet.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4 oz. 60c.
0285 Yellow Gem. Rich clear yellow.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c.
0288 Choice Mixture. All colors.
Pkt. 15e593 pictsa3saes 24102. 00e.
1g oz. 60c.
02911 COLLECTION, 5 separate varie- ties, 75c.
Clear rose-pink
Form—Aquilegia Crimson Star
MMC
garden flowers. and delicately formed. The flowers which stand well above it are unique in shape and very attractive with a great range of colorings.
Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 9 in. to 3 ft.
A remarkably interesting family of lovely The foliage is very graceful
Columbines thrive under a wide range of condi- tions and cover a long flowering period.
0375 Caerulea (The Rocky Mountain Colum- bine). Plants about 2 feet tall with superb, long-spurred flowers of powder-blue and white. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.25
0378 Californica hybrida (The California Columbine). Very distinct with long spurs, orange-red sepals and yellowish-brown petals. 3 feet. Pkt. 15¢;, 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 85c.
0381 Canadensis (The Eastern Wild Colum- bine). An excellent plant for rock gardens and hardy borders, especially in shade. Flowers, scarlet and yellow. 2 feet.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.25
0384 Chrysantha (The Golden Columbine). Remarkable for the long, slender spurs and golden yellow flowers. 3 feet.
Pkt. 15e, 3 pkts. 35c:, 1% oz: 85c.
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Columbine
0387 Clematiflora Choice Mixed (The Clem- atis-flowered Columbine). A new type ot spurless Columbine with beautiful, open, Clematis-like flowers. The mixture contains a wide variety of lovely colors. 21% feet.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
0390 Flabellata nana alba (Japanese Fan Columbine). A beautiful little Japanese species with splendid foliage and ivory- white flowers. It grows only about 9 inches high and is excellent for the rock garden.
Pkt 35¢:, 3 pkts. Sie
0393 Glandulosa vera. One of the most exquisite of hardy perennials. Large, nod- ding lilac-blue flowers with short incurved spurs. 12 to 18 inches. Pkt. 50c.,3 pkts. $1.25
0396 Longissima. Very long-spurred flowers of delicate pale yellow. 3 feet.
Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c;
0399 Longissima Hybrids. A wonderful new strain featuring the extremely long spurs of ““Longissima’”’ and all the exquisite color tints found among other Aquilegias. 3 feet.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
0402 Mrs. M. Nicholls. Improved form of the Rocky Mountain.Columbine. Powder- blue and white. 2 feet.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
Long Spurred Hybrids Sturdy plants 214 feet or more, tall. Exqui- sitely formed, long- spurred flowers of many col- ors, ranging from the most delicate tints to the brightest hues and including many sparkling color contrasts. 0408 Copper Queen. Copper-red with straw- colored corolla. 2% ft. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c. Crimson and white. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 0417 Rose Queen. Soft rose with white corolla. 3 feet. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 8 5c. 0420 Snow Queen. Pure white. Fragrant. 3 feet. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 8 5c. 0423 Blue Shades Mixed. Handsome large flowers in various shades of blue. 3 feet. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c., 44 oz. $2.00 0426 Pink Shades Mixed. An attractive mix- ture of pink and rose shades. 3 feet. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c., 14 oz. $2.00 0429 Breck’s Superb Mixture. A complete mixture of all the above and many other at- tractive shades. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c., 14 oz. $2.50
0411 Crimson Star. 11% feet.
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ARABIS — Rock-Cress
Hardy Perennial. Rock garden. 1 foot.
Low border or rock garden plants with grayish foliage and huge masses of small, showy flowers in the early Spring.
0435 Alpina.
> Pure white, fragrant flowers. 1 foot.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts 35c. ARCTOTIS - African Daisy
Half-hardy Annual. Flower garden. 216 feet. 0440 Grandis (African Daisy). A handsome flower from South Africa. The Daisy-like blooms are clear white on the upper surface with the back of the petals lilac-blue and the gray-green foliage also adds to their appear- ance. Grows quick from seed and blooms all Summer. Valuable asa cut flower for its long,
lasting quality. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 1% oz. 40c.
ARENARIA -— Sandwort
Hardy Perennial. Rock garden. 4 inches. 0445 Montana. An excellent, low-growing,
Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
Argemone Grandiflora
ARGEMONE — Prickly Poppy Hardy Annual. Flower garden. 3 feel,
0450 Grandiflora. Superb, Summer-blooming annual with splendid Holly-like foliage and silky snow white flowers with golden yellow centers. Sow directly in the garden where the plants are to grow and bloom.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 4% oz. 50c.
ARMERIA — Thrift Hardy Perennials. Rock garden. 3 to 24 inches.
Dwarf perennials with narrow, evergreen leaves which form low tufts or rosettes from which the showy flower heads rise on thin, wiry stems. They bloom fairly continuously from early Spring until Fall, and make fine edging or border plants, suitable also for rock gardens. 0455 Alpina. A very dwarf plant which forms a
compact little tuft of foliage and bright rose
heads of flowers about 3 inches high. .
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 0461 Formosa. Bright rose. 18 inches.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. $1.00 0464 Formosa Large-flowered Hybrids. Large ball-shaped flowers varying in color from pink
to shades of rose and crimson. 18 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 144 0z. $1.00 0467 Giant Pink. A beautiful large-flowered pink variety. 2 feet. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
ASCLEPIAS Hardy Perennial. Flower garden. 2 feet. 0477 Tuberosa (Butterfly Weed). A gorgeous, native plant. Excellent for dry borders. Bril- liant orange flowers in July and August. 2 feet. Pty 2be2) 3) pits. 60c:
ASPARAGUS
Tender Perennials. Greenhouse. Climbers.
Easily grown greenhouse plants, the feathery foliage of which is cut and used extensively in bouquets.
0482 Plumosus nanus. Flat, lacy fronds which are very effective when mixed with flowers in bouquets. Pkt. 25c., 100 seeds $1.00
0485 Sprengeri. Long, feathery sprays. Used in hanging baskets as well as for cutting.
Pkt. 25c., 100 seeds $1.00
ASPERULA — Sweet Woodruff
Hardy Perennial. Ground cover. 6 to 8 inches.
0490 Odorata. A creeping plant growing only 6 or 8 inches high with whorled, rough every- green foliage, fragrant when dried. The flowers are small and white. A splendid ground cover for dry, half-shaded places.
Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c. ASPHODELINE -— Jacob’s Rod
Hardy Perennial. Flower garden. 3104 feet.
0495 Lutea. Tall, upright plants bearing 3 or 4 foot spikes of showy golden-yellow flowers. Will thrive in most garden soils, in full sun-
shine or partial shade. Blooms in June. Pkt. 25c:, 3 pkts. 60c.
ASTERS
See pages 30 and 31
AUBRIETIA
Hardy Perennials. Edging or rock garden. 4 inches. Trailing, rock garden or edging plants growing only about 4inches high and forming dense mats which blossom out in the early Spring with masses of brilliant hues. Excellent for dry, wall gardens or between flagstones. 0747 Deltoidea. Masses of pretty lilac blooms. Pkt) 155 3 pkts; 35c. 0749 Eyrei. Deep violet, very handsome. PEpeZoc. 0 pits. o0c. 0751 Leichtlini rosea. Brilliant blooms of rosy carmine. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 0753 Large-flowered Hybrids. A handsome, large-flowered strain. Many shades of laven- der, mauve, rose, purple and violet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
BALLOON VINE Half-hardy Annual. Climbing vine. 10 feet.
0755 Cardiospermum halicacabum. A quick growing vine with pretty foliage and small snow-white flowers which are followed by large, globular seed pods which resemble mini- ature balloons. Very interesting and useful.
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Balsam, Camellia Flowered Pink
BALSAM — Ladyslipper Half-hardy Annuals.Garden plants. 15 to 24 inches
Old-fashioned garden favorites with blooms of extreme beauty in an unusual range of rare col- ors. The plants grow to a height of about 15 to 24 inches and are somewhat formal in habit. May be planted in groups or used as a low hedge with striking effect. They come into bloom early and can be transplanted very easily, even when in full bloom.
Camellia Flowered Clusters of double flowers resembling Camel- lias are produced in great abundance. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 60c. 0758 Crimson 0766 Salmon-rose 0761 Chamois Rose 0768 Scarlet 0762 Pink 0770 Breck’s Special 0764 Pure White Mixture
07721 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, 50c.
Bush Flowered Very free flowering with clusters of showy blooms at the tips of the stems. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.25
0779 Mixed. An excellent mixture of many shades.
BAPTISIA — False Indigo
Garden plant. 3 ft.
0784 Australis. Strong growing, bushy peren- nial with handsome, dark, bluish-green foliage and spikes of deep blue, pea-shaped flowers which somewhat resemble Lupins, during June and July. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
Hardy perennial.
BARTONIA Half-hardy Annual. Garden plant. 3 feet.
0788 Aurea. A vigorous California wild flower which grows from 11% to 3 feet and bears glis- tening, golden yellow, Poppy-like flowers which open in the afternoon. Very fragrant in the evening. Sow the seed where the plants are to grow, for transplanting is very difficult.
Pkt. 10c., 3' pkts. 25c:, 14 oz. 50c-
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BEANS Half-hardy Annual. Climber. 10 feet.
0793 Scarlet Runner. A fast-growing annual vine with showy sprays of brilliant scarlet flowers. The beans are edible, but the chief use is for covering trellises and fences.
Large pkt. 1l5c.
BEGONIAS
Tuberous Rooted Bulbous. Bedding or pot plants. 1 foot.
Spectacular Summer bedding plants with large brilliant blooms in a wide assortment of colors. Excellent for partially shaded places. They will bloom in about 6 months from the time the seed is sown.
0798 Breck’s Prize Single, Mixed. A selection from the finest and newest varieties. Pki7ocs 3 pkts) dl.75 0800 Breck’s Prize Double, Mixed. A superb strain. Pkt. $1.25, 3 pkts. $3.00 0802 Breck’s Prize Fringed, Mixed. Huge single blooms with petals beautifully frilled and fringed along the edges. Pkt. 75c., 3 pkts. $1.75
BULBS and PLANTS
Bulbs of the tuberous-rooted types are avail- able in separate colors throughout the Spring months. They are very easy to grow and may be planted in pots from February on and used as house plants; or in the open garden in May. See page 105.
Plants of the tuberous-rooted as well as some of the other types may also be had for Summer bedding. They are ready for planting out in late May or June. See page 85 for our list and prices.
BEGONIA Semperflorens
Tender Perennials. Bedding plants. 6 to 12 inches.
Excellent Summer bedding plants for mass ef- fects. Fine, glossy, green foliage and clustered heads of pretty flowers in white, pink or red shades. Seed should be sown in January or early February for Summer bloom.
PEtaWOC rou Dktsa plat 0805 Christmas Cheer. Crimson-scarlet. 0807 Isle de France. Pure white.
0809 Masterpiece. Clear rose-pink.
BEGONIA Gracilis
Tender Perennials. Bedding plants. 12 inches.
A splendid type for mass bedding or for grow- ing in pots for conservatory use. Erect plants crowned with clusters of showy flowers. Glossy green or reddish foliage. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 0815 Enchantress. Bright pink, green foliage. 0817 Indian Maid. Deep scarlet, bronze foliage. 0819 Luminosa. Bright scarlet, reddish foliage. 0820 White. Shining green foliage.
Browallia
BELLIS PERENNIS — English Daisy Breck’s Giant Double
Hardy Perennials. Edging or rock garden. 6 inches
Popular, low-growing plants, bearing numer- ous large blooms in the early Spring. Often used like Pansies with Spring-flowering bulbs. Sow the seed in July or August for bloom the follow-
ing Spring. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c. 0826 Red 0832 Pure White 0828 Red Quilled 0834 Mixed Colors 0830 Rose
BETONICA - Betony Hardy Perennial. Border plant. 2 to 8 feet
0838 Grandiflora. Bright rosy purple flowers during June held well above the tufty foliage on long stems. Excellent for hot, dry places.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
BOCCONIA — Plume Poppy
Hardy Perennial. Border plant.
0843 Japonica. An excellent perennial for landscape use. Valued for its handsome, deeply cut gray-green foliage and tall, feathery spikes of creamy white flowers, which open in July and August. These are followed by interesting seed pods which make the plumes attractive until Fall. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
BOLTONIA — False Starwort
Hardy Perennials. Border plants. 5 feet.
Tall perennials which bear, during August and September, massive heads of Daisy-like flowers which closely resemble those of the perennial Asters. Excellent for the back of perennial borders.
0849 Latisquama. Charming flowers of pale pink tinted lavender. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
BRACHYCOME, Iberidifolia
Swan River Daisy Half-hardy Annuals. Edging or rock garden. 1 foot
Bushy little plants, completely covered with masses of small, Daisy-like flowers. Excellent for edging beds and borders or for filling small nooks in the rock garden.
0853 Dark Blue. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
0854 Rose. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
0856 Mixed Colors. Shades of blue, rose, pink and white. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
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6 to 8 feet.
BROWALLIA
Hardy Annuals. Garden and conservatory. 1 foot.
Easily grown, free-flowering plants. Fine_for Summer bedding and excellent as greenhouse _ pot plants for Winter use.
0861 Elata. Upright, bushy plants bearing a profusion of deep violet-blue flowers. Excel- lent for edging beds or borders and for spots in the rock garden.
Pkt, loc, a 'pktsy Soc, Ye 0zs oes
0863 Elata alba. A pure white-flowered form of the above. Pkt. 15¢., 3 pkts. 35¢
0865 Speciosa major. Beautiful perpetual- flowering plants with large, violet-blue flowers on semi-trailing plants that may be used for bedding. It is especially fine for window boxes and when grown as conservatory pot plants.
Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
0867 Viscosa Sapphire. Compact, upright plants covered with masses of dark blue, white- eyed flowers. 10 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
BUPHTHALMUM
Hardy Perennial.
Ox-Eye Daisy Garden plant. 0870 Salicifolium. A rapidly spreading plant which bears, during August, large, Daisy- formed, bright yellow flowers with brown cen-
ters. Excellent for the hardy flower border. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
CACALIA — Tassel Flower Half-hardy Annual. Charming and easily grown annuals with loosely clustered heads of small, bright, tassel- like flowers borne on 18-inch wiry stems. Valu- able both in the garden and for cutting. Never out of bloom. Especially lovely combined with blue Bachelor Buttons. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c. 0873 Aurea. Rich golden yellow. 0875 Coccinea. Brilliant reddish orange.
CACTUS
Tender Perennials. House plants. Heights variable.
0880 Finest Mixed. An excellent mixture of these curious plants, including a wide variety of rare sorts. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
CALAMINTHA See Satureia on page 62
18 inches.
Flower garden. 18 inches.
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Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 18 inches.
Superb annuals which are very easily grown from seed. They start to bloom in early Sum- mer and continue to bear quantities of flowers until frost cuts them down. The plants grow from 12 to 18 inches high and the flowers range in color from pale straw through the various shades of yellow, to the deepest orange. Calen- dulas make fine cut flowers as well as being ex- ceptionally fine garden plants. Sow just as early in the Spring as the ground can be worked. —
0885 Breck’s Giant Orange. Huge, massive blooms of rich glowing orange. The finest orange variety for the garden and for cut flowers. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.00
0888 Ball’s Gold. Immense blooms of bright golden yellow.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c.
0891 Apricot Queen. Fine, flat-petaled blooms of a bright apricot shade which deep- ens toward the center of the flower.
Pkt. f5e., 3 pkts: 35c., 14 oz. 60c.
0894 Campfire. Immense, flat double flowers, larger than any other variety. Brilliant deep orange. Excellent for Winter flowering.
Pkt. loc. 3 pkts. 35ce,, 44 02. '60c.
C atendylas
“Pot Marigold ih
0897 Chrysantha. Large, double flowers of clear, buttercup - yellow; loosely arranged drooping petals give effect of a Chrysanthe- mum. Piet oer, ©) pKts) o5C 24 0z-00G,
0900 Lemon Queen, [mproved. Clear lem- on-yellow. A fine, large flower.
Pkt. l5c:, 3 pkts. 35c., 44 oz. 60c.
0903 Meteor. Creamy white, each petal nar- rowly edged with orange.
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0906 Orange Fantasy. A recent introduction. | Handsome flowers of coppery orange, each petal edged mahogany-red.
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0909 Orange King. Sparkling deep orange.
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0912 Orange Sunshine. Unique flowers of the same loose-petaled form as Calendula Chrysantha, but of an attractive bright or- ange color. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c. |
0918 Yellow Colossal. A free-flowering, extra | large, lemon-yellow Calendula similarinform | to ‘‘Chrysantha.”’
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.00
0921 Double Mixed. A splendid mixture con- | taining all the various shades of yellow and orange. PEt. 10c 3 3) pkts..25c5, oz. 50c.
CALCEOLARIA
Tender Perennial. Greenhouse plants. Heights vary
Popular conservatory or greenhouse plants which bear showy heads of colorful, pouch-like flowers, often spotted with contrasting shades. Sow under glass_in late Spring or Summer. 0925 Breck’s Scotch Prize Mixed. Very fine
large flowers of rich and varied colors in a wide assortment. Pita (oC owDKtss o Lado 0929 James Giant Hybrids Mixed. A fine strain. Pkt. 75¢:, 3 pkts. $1.75 0931 Rugosa Mixed. A shrubby type, bearing
large clusters of small flowers in a variety of rich shades. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
CALLIRHOE — Poppy Mallow
Hardy Perennial. Garden: plant.
0932 Involucrata. JHalf-trailing plants with 2 inch saucer-shaped flowers of vivid rosy crim- son or cherry-red. Very showy and handsome. Excellent for the rock garden.
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8 inches
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Calliopsis, Golden Crown
CALLIOPSIS — Annual For Perennial Varieties, see Coreopsis Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 6 to 24 inches.
Free-flowering, wiry-stemmed annuals in shades of yellow, brown and crimson. The tall varieties are excellent when massed in the flower garden and are among the finest flowers for cut- ting. The dwarfer types make wonderful edging plants. Sow the seed directly in the garden in the early Spring, and, if the flowers are removed as they fade, there will be an abundance of bloom from early Summer until Fall. They prefer full sunshine.
Tall Varieties
0934 Crimson. 2 feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c. 0937 Maroon and Gold. 2 feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c. 0940 Tall Mixed. A fine assortment of many varieties. 2 feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 75c.
Dwarf Varieties
0946 Dazzler. A splendid variety with extra large flowers of maroon-red with golden yellow borders. 1 foot.
Pkt. 15e%, 3 pkts: 35c., 14 oz. 75c.
0949 Fire King. Deep glowing scarlet. 1 foot.
Pkt. 1dc., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c.
0952 Golden Crown. Deep golden yellow flow-
ers with shining maroon centers. 1 foot. Pkt. ldc., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c.
0955 Golden Wave. Bright yellow with a brownish central disc. 1 foot.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c.
0958 Tiger Star. Rich bronze, striped and mottled yellow. 9 inches.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 144 oz. 40c.
0962 Tom Thumb, Crimson King. A perfect little bush about 6 inches tall with rich, dark crimson flowers. An excellent edging plant.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 44 oz. 50c.
0965 Dwarf Mixture. An excellent mixture of varieties which average about 12 inches in height. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c.
CAMPANULA — Annual Varieties
Annual Canterbury Bells Annual. Flower garden. 216 feet.
A recently introduced strain of the popular Canterbury Bell which will bloom within 6 months from the time the seed is sown. Sow in- doors in February or March and enjoy the masses of cup-shaped blooms from Midsummer through the Autumn months.
0980 Choice Mixture. all the lovely shades. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 60c.
A balanced mixture of
CAMPANULA Medium — Biennial
Canterbury Bells Hardy Biennial. Border plants. 3 feet.
Superb biennials with many erect, branching stems bearing innumerable, cup-shaped flowers of great beauty and distinction. Seeds should be sown no later than May in order to produce plants that will bloom the following year.
Calycanthema — Cup and Saucer Each flower is set in a wide frill or saucer of the same color. Very showy and handsome. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4 oz. 65c.
0982 Dark Blue 0984 Rose 0986 Mixed 0983 Light Blue 0985 White Single
True, old-fashioned Canterbury Bells, with large, single, bell-shaped flowers. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c.
0987 Dark Blue 0989 Rose 0992 Mixed 0988 Light Blue 0990 White Double
Larger flowers than those of the single type with the petals duplicated many times and deeply frilled.
0998 Mixed Colors. An excellent mixture of shades of blue, pink, rose and white. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 1 oz. 50c.
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CAMPANULA -— Perennial Varieties
Hardy Perennials. Border and rock garden. 14 to 5 feet
In addition to the Canterbury Bells there are many hardy perennial plants in the Campanula family. They vary greatly in form and stature. Some are tall, imposing border subjects while others are ideal for pockets in the rock garden.
1003 Carpatica (Carpathian Harebell). Tufted rock garden plants which are also useful for edging, with slender, erect stems bearing clear blue flowers in Midsummer. Height 12 inches.
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1005 Carpatica alba. A glistening white form.
Pkt. 10c:, 3 pkts. 25c:,, 44 0z. 50c:
1007 Garganica. An attractive, trailing plant with Holly-like foliage and bright lavender- blue, star-shaped flowers in utmost profusion in early Summer. Good in the rock garden. Height 6 inches. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
1009 Glomerata. Rich, dark blue flowers in densely clustered heads during June and July. The plants grow about 2 feet tall.
Pkt. 25c.3 pkts. 60c:
1011 Lactiflora caerulea. Border plants, 4 feet high, with terminal sprays of light blue flowers on erect stems. They start to bloom in July.
Pkt 25¢:,35 pkts. 60c:
1015 Persicifolia grandiflora (Peach Bell). A charming border plant, with 2-foot spikes of beautifully formed, bell-like blue flowers in June- July. PEs WC orp KtSsoDC wen OZs SOC
1017 Persicifolia grandiflora alba. A Peach Bell with exquisitely lovely white flowers.
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1021 Persicifolia, Telham Beauty. Immense pale blue flowers on plants nearly 3 feet tall. The largest and finest of the Peach Bells.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
1022 Persicifolia, Wedgwood. A new and dis- tinctive color. Handsome 21% foot spikes of rich, deep violet-blue bells in June and July.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
1023 Pyramidalis alba. The Chimney Bell- flower is an attractive border plant and is also often used in pots for growing in conserva- tories. It grows up to 5 feet tall with an enor- mous number of snow-white, bell-shaped flow- ers, from August on through the Autumn.
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1025 Pyramidalis caerulea. A splendid light
blue flowered form of the Chimney Bellflower. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 60c.
1027 Rotundifolia (The Scotch Bluebell). Dwarf plants with large, drooping, bell-shaped flowers of bright blue on slender stems about 8 inches high, during the entire Summer.
Pkt: 25c., 3 pkts: 60e:
CANDYTUFT (IBERIS) — Annual
Hardy Annuals. Bedding or edging. 4 to 18 inches.
‘Handsome plants for Summer bedding bearing showy, massive heads of attractive blooms. Sow outdoors early in the Spring and thin out to 6 or 8 inches apart, for bloom during July and Au- gust. Also fine for pot culture in Winter.
Tall Varieties
1032 Breck’s White Giant. Large spikes of pure white flowers. Excellent outdoors or in the greenhouse. A very handsome variety. 18inches. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c.
1034 Carmine. 1 foot.
Pkt. 1c), 3 pkts» 2oc., oz. (oc:
1036 Crimson. 1 foot.
Pkt. 10c53) pkts. 25c:,,0z. (oc:
1038 Lavender Gem. 1 foot.
Pkt 10c. 3 pkts: 25¢;, ozs foc:
1040 Rose Cardinal. Brilliant deep pink. 1 foot.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c.
1042 Breck’s Choice Mixture. 1 foot.
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Dwarf Hybrids
A choice strain of miniature Candytuft grow- ing only about 6 inches in height. These are pre- ferred by many to the older and taller varieties. Excellent for bedding or for edging beds and bor- ders, and also for indoor pot culture.
Pkt. 15e., 3°pkts. 35c., 44 0z-60c: 1047 Crimson 1053 Rose 1049 Flesh 1055 White 1051 Lilac 1057 Choice Mixed
1059 Miniature Gem. A dainty, small, pure white, Hyacinth-flowered Candytuft. A mini- ature of our ‘‘White Giant.’’ Excellent for use as a narrow ribbon edging. Height 4 inches.
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CANDYTUFT (IBERIS) — Perennial
Hardy Perennials. Rock garden. 4 to 12 inches.
Fine evergreen, shrubby plants that spread and form low mats of glossy green foliage, cov- ered during May and June with masses of showy flowers. They may be used at the front of peren- nial flower borders and are superfine rock garden plants.
1064 Gibraltarica. Lilac. 1 foot. PEG 15e3 oO pts. one 4 O72 (oC: 1066 Jucunda. A very dwarf variety with pink flowers. 4 inches. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c. 1068 Sempervirens. Pure white. 1 foot. Rktylden)3 pktsa soe. +6,0z. ODc:
CARDINAL CLIMBER
Annual. Climbing vine. 15 feel.
1072 Cardinal Climber (Quamoclit sloteri). Vigorous vines growing about 15 feet high, producing a great abundance of small, tube- shaped flowers of glowing scarlet. The foliage is rich, glossy green and finely cut. Blooms all Summer. Pkt. 1ldc., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c.
CARNATIONS — Annual Chabaud’s Giant, Improved
Treat as Annuals. Flower garden. 18 inches.
Large, double, very fragrant blooms in an attractive assortment of colors. They are grown in the same manner as half-hardy annuals, blooming in about 5 months from the time the seed is sown and continuing until frost. Fine flowers for cutting.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.35 1077 Jeanne Dionis. Pure white. 1080 Legion of Honor. Deep salmon-rose. 1083 Marie Chabaud. Clear, light yellow. 1086 Nero. Deep dark crimson. 1089 Sparkler. Bright scarlet. 1092 The Pearl. Light rose pink. 1094 Mixed. All colors.
10951 COLLECTION, 6 separate varieties, $1.25
CARNATIONS - Perennial Hardy Perennial Garden flower. 15 to 18 inches.
Fine, old-fashioned garden plants bearing handsome, double, fragrant blooms in a wide variety of colors. The gray-green foliage is very attractive and flowers are excellent either in the perennial border or when cut.
1110 Farquhar’s Prize Strain Mixed. An ex- cellent mixture of fine colors. 15 inches. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 1% oz. 85c.
Grenadin Double Handsome garden plants. Height 18 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1 oz. $1.35 1112 Cardinal Red 1116 Golden Yellow 1114 Deep Pink 1118 Snow White
CASSIA — Wild Senna Hardy Perennial. Border plant. 4 feet.
1124 Marilandica. A handsome perennial for bold masses in perennial borders. Large clus- ters of Pea-shaped yellow flowers appear in great profusion during August and September.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 1% oz. 60c.
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CATANANCHE -— Cupid’s Dart
Treat as Annual. Everlasting flowers. 2 feet.
1138 Caerulea. Bright lavender blue flowers somewhat resembling Cornflowers which may be cut and dried as Everlastings. Catananche is really a perennial, but will bloom the first year if the seed is sown in the Spring. Give the plants a light Winter covering.
Pkt. lic., 3 pkts. 35c., 1¥ oz. 60c.
CELOSIAS
Half-hardy Annual. Garden flowers. 1 to 3 feet.
Handsome, free-flowering annuals with fan- tastically-shaped heads or clusters of long-lasting brilliantly colored flowers. The dwarf types are especially valuable for low massed beds and edg- ing, while the taller varieties are excellent for cutting and spectacular landscape effects.
Cockscomb — Dwarf (Cristata Nana)
These are the true, old-fashioned Cockscombs with strangely exaggerated flat clusters of flow- ers, curled and twisted into the most intricate designs. Height 1 foot.
; Pty oes 3 pits. Soc:, 44 Oz Loc. 1145 Glasgow Prize. Crimson.
1147 Golden Yellow. 1151 Mixed. All colors.
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Feathered Cockscomb
(Plumosa or Thompsoni magnifica)
The Feathered Cockscomb makes tall, pyram- idal heads held erect on stems 2 to 3 feet high.
1156 Fiery Red. Intensely brilliant. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 44 oz. 75c. 1158 Crimson Plume. Rich, velvety crimson. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 44 oz. 75c.
1160 Golden Plume. Bright yellow. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c. 1162 Giant Plumed Mixture. Immense heads
of many brilliant shades.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4 oz. (5c. 1165 Pride of Castle Gould. An exceptional strain bearing gigantic silky heads like huge, ostrich plumes in a large variety of colors. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.25
Chinese Woolflower (Childsi)
A distinct type of Celosia with large, roundish heads with drooping spikelets which look like immense balls of wool. Height 2 feet.
1176 Mixed. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 4 oz. 50c.
CERASTIUM — Snow-in-Summer
1185 Tomentosum. A creeping perennial with silvery foliage and clouds of snow-white flow- ers in June. Useful for rock gardens, edging beds or borders, or as a ground cover in dry, sunny locations. Height 6 inches.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz.
CENTAUREA Cyanus — Annual
(Bachelor’s Button or Cornflower)
Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 3 feet.
These old-fashioned flowers have many names but Bachelor’s Button and Cornflower are perhaps the most common. They grow in almost any situation and bloom continuously.
Improved Strains
The flowers are large, fully double and the colors intensified. Excellent long stems. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., oz. $1.50
1198 Black Boy. Blackish maroon.
1200 Blue Boy. Cornflower blue. A great im- provement on the old-fashioned blue Bache- lor Button.
1202 Pinkie. Deep rose-pink.
1204 Red Boy. Handsome deep red.
1206 Snow Man. Pure white.
1208 Mixed. A complete mixture of the new
and improved strains. a a
12101 COLLECTION, 5 separate colors, 60c.
CENTAUREA Cyanus, Dwarf
(Dwarf Cornflower)
Hardy Annual. Edging. 1 foot. 1212 Jubilee Gem. A dwarf Cornflower which forms a distinct bright green tuft of foliage from which rise a myriad of frosty, vivid blue flowers. The height is only about 12 inches, which makes it an excellent plant for edging beds or borders. Remove all flowers as soon as they begin to fade and ‘“‘Jubilee Gem”’ will continue to bloom throughout the season. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 60c.
CENTAUREA Imperialis — Annual (Giant Sweet Sultan) Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 214 feet.
Most graceful and charming of the whole Centaurea family, these Giant Sweet Sultans are exquisitely lovely when cut, and if sown early and grown in the cool part of the season, they will continue in bloom for many weeks.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c.
1218 Delicate Lilac 1226 Yellow 1220 Purple (Suaveolens) 1222 Rose 1228 Mixed 1224 White
12291 COLLECTION, 5 separate colors, 40c.
An Inspiring Trio Red - White - Blue
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CENTAUREA Americana — Annual (Basket Flower) Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 3 feet. Handsome annuals, sturdy in habit, produc- ing broad blooms like monster Sweet Sultans, frequently 5 to 6 inches across. Charming both in the garden and as cut flowers. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c. 1232 Rosy Lilac 1234 Pure White
12351 TWIN COLLECTION, 2 colors, 25c.
CENTAUREA - Foliage Dusty Miller
Treat as Annuals. Edging.
14 feet.
Used chiefly for
Broad, silvery foliage.
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CHIERANTHUS Siberian Wallflower
Treat as Biennials. Flower garden. 1 foot. Handsome, hardy plants with upright stems bearing fragrant heads of orange or yellow flow- ers. Extremely fine for rock gardens and borders, because of their brilliant effect during May and June. Seed should be sown in July or August for blooming the following Spring. 1254 Allioni. Showy heads of blazing orange flowers. Pkty 5c, 3 pkts. soc., 24 (0z, 60c: 1256 Golden Bedder. A deep golden yellow variety. Bkte2oc, 3) Dkts, G0C. 24 OZaoc.
CHRYSANTHEMUM -— Annual
Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 1% to 3 feet.
Annual Chrysanthemums do not resemble in any respect the huge blooms offered in florists’ shops in the Autumn. They are splendid garden plants of bushy form with single, Daisy-like blos- soms of much charm and grace or small, neat, fully double flowers. All make a fine show in the garden and are interesting cut flowers.
Single Varieties
1267 Burridgeanum. The petals are white with a zone of rich crimson and a golden inner ring surrounding the dark central disc. 18 inches. Pkt. 10c., 14 oz. 25c.
1273 Eastern Star. Primrose-yellow with a ring of deeper yellow surrounding the brown eye. 18 inches. Rite l0cHr A oz425c:
1276 Evening Star. Large, golden yellow flow- ers with light brown central discs. 18 inches.
Pkt. 10c., 14 oz. 25c.
1279 Morning Star. Pale primrose with a yel- low halo surrounding the deeper yellow eye. 18 inches. Pkt, lOc.) 44 0z. 25¢:
1285 Northern Star. Immense ivory-white flowers with a lemon-yellow ring surrounding the dark eye. 18 inches. Pkt. 10c., 14 oz. 25c.
1288 The Sultan. Handsome flowers of deep coppery crimson with yellow bands surround- ing the dark centers. 18 inches.
Pkt. 10c., 14 oz, 25c.
1291 Choice Mixed. A fine assortment of these striking Daisy-like flowers.
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Double Varieties
1295 Golden Crown. Bright butter-yellow flowers with beautifully quilled petals. Vigor- ous and free-flowering. Height 3 feet.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
1304 Choice Mixed. A splendid mixture of double flowering sorts in shades of yellow and white. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14% oz. 40c.
1307 Inodorum, Bridal Robe. Handsome, very double, pure white flowers on 18 inch plants. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 60c.
Chrysanthemums, Single Annual
CHRYSANTHEMUM - Perennial
Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 1 to 2% feet.
Showy, Daisy-like flowers with yellow centers borne on handsome, bushy plants. Fine for the perennial border and for cutting.
1315 Giant Double Shasta Daisy. An almost fully double form of Shasta Daisy made up of masses of long, slender, pure white petals which curl and twist so as to almost hide the pure yellow centers. It grows about 2% feet tall and blooms from July until Autumn.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
1323 September Jewels. Large Daisy-like flowers 2 to 3 inches in diameter in a wide range of beautiful colors. The plants are well- rounded, 1 to 2 feet high and are simply cov- ered with bloom. Pkt. 60c., 3 pkts. $1.50
1324 Shasta Daisy, Alaska. A fine, improved form of the original Shasta Daisy. Large, pure white Daisies during June and July on 214-foot plants. Pkt. 15c;, 3 pkt&. 35c., 4g oz. 60c.
1327 The Speaker. Immense Daisies of the purest white, blooming in July on fine, bushy plants. 214 feet or more tall.
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CINERARIA
Tender Perennial. Greenhouse plants. 1 to 3 feet.
Handsome plants for conservatory or house decoration with massive heads of showy blooms in a wide variety of interesting colors. They are very easily grown and the seed may be sown from May to September for succession, but the principal sowing should be made in July.
1348 Breck’s Columbia, Tall Mixed. Large, handsome flowers, an exceptional strain. 2 feet. Pkt. $1.00, 3 pkts. $2.50
1350 Breck’s Columbia, Dwarf Mixed. Very fine. 15 inches. Pkt. $1.00, 3 pkts. $2.50
1352 Cremer’s Prize, Mixed. A wonderful strain producing such masses of medium sized blooms that the plants are completely covered. 2 feet. Pkt. $1.00, 3 pkts. $2.50
1362 Cactus Flowered, Mixed. Large, single flowers with long, narrow petals rolled length- wise. Wide color range. 214 feet.
Pkt. 75c., 3 pkts. $1.75
1364 Multiflora nana, Mixed. Dwarf, well- formed plants with dense clusters of blooms in many colors. Pkt. $1.00, 3 pkts. $2.50
1366 Stellata, Choice Mixed. Large clustered heads of small star-like blooms. Height 3 feet. Pkt. 75cs 3 pkts. $1575
California Giants
Large-flowered hybrids in separate shades. Pkt. $1.00, 3 pkts. $2.50 1367 Blue Shades.
1368 Crimson Shades. 1369 Salmon Shades. 1370 Giant Mixture. All shades.
CLARKIA |
Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 24% feel.
Although natives of this country and wie cultivated abroad, Clarkias are strangely) ne- glected in most gardens. They can be grown with the utmost ease if they are given a little shade and ordinary attention. The tall, leafy stems are covered with showy flowers making them most attractive for bedding and cutting. Fine, also, when grown in pots for use in the conservatory.
1371 Brilliant. Bright carmine.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 44 oz. 60c. 1377 Enchantress. Orange shading to pink.
Pkt. 15e:, 3. pkts: 35c:35 54 0z. 60c: 1380 Orange King. Bright orange-scarlet.
Pkt. 15c.,.3 pkts, 35c:, 24 oz, 60c._ 1386 Salmon Queen. Rich salmon-pink.
Pkty loc; 0 pkts, docs oz. 60e 1389 White Prince. Pure white.
Pkt ldc., 3 pkts. 35c5, 24 oz. G0e: 1392 Superb Mixture. All the above and many
other new and lovely colors. Pkty l5esko pkisa coca oz. Oe
13941 COLLECTION, 6 separate varieties, 75c.
CLEOME Pungens — Spider Plant
Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 3 to 5 feet.
Handsome, vigorous plants which grow from 3 to 5 feet high and produce many spikes of showy flowers with long, spidery stamens. Ex- cellent for bold masses in the back of the flower border or in the center of large beds.
1400 Pink Queen. Silver Medal, 1942 A.A.S. Huge heads of delightful, clear pink blooms, borne high on tall, well branched and attrac- tive plants, with clean and airy foliage. It starts to bloom in early July and continues on with- out a lapse until frost cuts it down. Known simply as the ‘‘Pink Spider Plant”’ but truly a magnificent introduction and more _ than worthy of the honors heaped upon it.
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1402 White Feather. A pure white variety. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 44. oz. 75c-
COBAEA —- Cup-and-Saucer Vine
Treat as Annuals. 20 feet.
Rapid growing vines for training over fences or trellises, with attractive and unusual foliage, and handsome blooms, light green in the bud, but opening to large purple or white bells.
1408 Scandens. Purple flowers. Pkt. 10c¢., 3 pkts' 25c., 14 oz.50c:
1410 Scandens alba. White. Pkt. 15e.5 3: pkts) soe. 24 Oz. foc.
Climbing vine.
COLEUS -— Flame Nettle
Tender Perennial. Bedding or pot plants. 2 feet.
Showy foliage plants, much used in formal bed- ding and also as pot plants for house or conser- vatory decoration. The leaves are very colorful and are marked or splashed with shades of red, yellow, or green.
1420 Giant-leaved, Mixed. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
1422 Choice Mixed. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
CONVOLVULUS
Treat as Annuals. Rock garden and edging. 1 foot.
Dwarf spreading plants which are very free- flowering and are very effective in the rock gar- den. They are also excellent for low edgings o1 for growing in window boxes or hanging pots. The flowers resemble small Morning Glories, but remain open all day in good weather. A bright, sunny exposure is best.
1430 Minor, Mixed (Dwarf Morning Glories). Handsome flowers in shades of blue, purple,
rose and white. Pkt. 10cy, 3 pkts) 25c,,1ez. 45c:
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Cosmos--the Queen Glewerds of Autumn
Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 21% to 6 feet.
Graceful, tall, airy plants with handsome: large, saucer-shaped blooms. They flower from early Summer until late Fall, and are among the best of annual flowers for cutting.
Breck’s Midsummer Giant An early flowering strain forming bushy plants 4 feet tall. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c.
1456 Crimson 1460 White 1458 Pink 1462. Mixed
Sensation With their wavy, fluted petals, these enorm- ous blooms are more glorious than words can express. An early flowering strain that grows about 3 feet high. PREW5eao Dts oocw4 OZ TOC: 1467 Pink 1469 White 1471 Mixed
Mammoth Late Blooming These lovely, old-fashioned Cosmos will make handsome plants 6 feet or more tall and will come into bloom in September. Pkt 10e.,) 3) pkts. 25c. 1476 Lady Lenox, Pink 1480 White 1478 Red 1482 Mixed
Early Double or Anemone Flowered
Some of these blooms are fully double. Others have a broad frill of long petals with a small, contrasting tuft in the center. The flower form is variable and frequently both double and single blooms appear on the same plant. A really exquisite strain. Height 214 feet.
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Orange Flare Gold Medal, 1935 A.A.S.
3192 Orange Flare, with its vivid, orange-col- ored blooms is an extremely welcome addi- tion to the Cosmos family. The flowers on long, wiry stems are excellent for cutting. Het. ota Pict) I5esno pktsy opG. 4 OZ o0C,
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1493 Yellow Flare. A Cosmos with flowers of clear butter-yellow, identical in form of bloom and habit of growth with the popular “Orange Flare.’ Three foot plants with airy, serrated foliage and striking blooms on long, wiry stems. Pkt 5e;, 3 pktsiea 5c.
CORAL FLOWER Half-hardy Annual. Border plants. 2 feet. 1432 Coral Flower. A new annual flower of ex- quisite, jewel-like daintiness and vivid color- ing. Their foliage, too, is decorative—rich, dark green leaves in dense clusters at the base of the plant—and from these clusters rise slim wiry stems bearing minute, starry flowers of rosy pink. These blooms are followed by berry- like capsules, each like a bead of coral polished to intense brilliancy; hundreds of them on each of the spire-like stems. Suitable for both bed- ding and cutting. Pkta25¢.5) pkts..60c;
COREOPSIS - Perennial Hardy Perennial. Border plants. 3 feet. Fine, bushy spreading plants of upright growth bearing an abundance of large, golden yellow flowers from early June until Fall. Excellent for bold color masses in the border.
1435 Mayfield Giant. An improved form of this popular perennial with large, deep golden flowers like immense yellow Cosmos.
Pkt= 15e., 3°pkts:35c.,, 4 oz. (5c.
1438 Sunburst. A handsome large-flowered Coreopsis with double flowers of rich gold.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.00
1442 Auriculata superba. Bright golden yel- low flowers with serrated crimson bands en- circling their golden central discs.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4 oz. 60c.
CORN
1445 Ornamental Indian. This Corn produces large ears with multi-colored kernels in an end- less number of interesting shades. In great demand, when dried, for Autumn and Winter decorations. 14 lb. 35c., 4% Ib. 60c., Ib. $1.00
COSMIDIUM Burridgeanum Hardy Annual. Flower garden. 114 feet Very easily grown annual plants with orange or yellow flowers, much like Coreopsis. Blooms all Summer. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c. 1495 Golden Yellow. q 1496 Orange Crown. Yellow with an orange halo surrounding the central disc.
CUPHEA Tender Annual. Edging or rock garden. 10 inches. 1498 Firefly. Dwarf, compact and neat in habit. Free flowering and extremely colorful with delicately formed blooms of fiery cerise-red. Excellent for window boxes as well as for the
garden. Start seeds indoors in March. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
CYCLAMEN Tuberous-rooted. Pot plants. 1 foot.
Handsome greenhouse or conservatory plants with fine, thick, leathery foliage and large, showy blooms. Pkt. $1.00, 100 seeds $3.75
1504 Bonfire. Brilliant salmon.
1510 Glowing Dark Red. Christmas red. 1516 Pure White.
1525 Breck’s Giant, Mixed.
CYNOGLOSSUM
Treat as Annuals. Flower garden. 15 to 24 inches.
Lovely Forget-me-not-like flowers which on most varieties are borne in loose sprays well above the fuzzy green foliage. They make splen- did border plants and are useful as cut flowers.
1534 Amabile, Fairy Blue. Cambridge blue. 2 feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 144 oz. 45c. 1537 Amabile, Pink. A light pink. 2 feet. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c. 1540 Firmament. Delightful Forget-me-not- like flowers which burst by thousands from low, deep green foliage clusters, and reflect the vivid blue of the sun-lighted heavens. 15 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 144 oz. $1.00
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Coreopsis, Sunburst
DAHLIA Tender Perennial. Tuberous plants. 11% to 6 feet.
While usually grown from roots or cuttings, fine flowering plants may be produced in one season if seed is sown indoors in February or early March.
1554 Cactus-flowered, Mixed. 3 feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 1556 Coltness Hybrids. Compact plants. 18 inches high, bearing masses of single blooms throughout the season. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
1560 Orchid Flowering (Starfish). Strikingly beautiful, single flowers with peculiarly rolled pointed petals, so arranged as to form a star. The blooms are of many shades and marked and mottled with contrasting colors. 3 feet.
Pty 20C. 3) DEES. OUc:
1563 Single Perfection, Mixed. 6 feet. A fine
range of colors. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
1565 Unwin’s Dwarf Hybrids, Mixed. Single and semi-double blooms in a particularly wide range of beautiful colors. A fine bedding vari- ety. Height 18 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
1568 Zulu Strain (Unwin type). Fine, dwarf, double varieties with bronzy foliage. Flowers are mostly crimson and scarlet shades with a few yellow, orange and lilac blooms. Height 18 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
DAHLBORG DAISY
Half-hardy Annual. Border and edging. 6 inches.
1570 Dahlborg Daisy. An outstanding little annual with tiny, glittering gold, star-like flowers generously scattered over a dense mat of attractive, finely cut foliage. Blooms con- tinuously from early Summer until frost. Its splendid spreading character adapts it to use as a low edging. A unique rock garden plant.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
DATURA -— Angel’s Trumpet
Treat as Annual. Flower garden. 3 feet.
1572 Wrighti (Meteloides). Shrubby plants with coarse, bluish-green leaves and large, fra- grant, white, trumpet-shaped flowers tinged with rose or violet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
42
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“Pacific Giants”
THE FINEST
DELPHINIUMS IN THE WORLD!
Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 4 lo 6 feet. These wonderful border plants are among the oldest
‘of old-fashioned flowering plants and are becoming
more popular now than ever before. They range in color from pale blue to the deepest dark blue through shades of lilac, lavender and purple, also pink and white, providing masses of striking, spire-like heads throughout June and July.
1610 Belladonna Improved. A loosely branching variety with flowers of an exquisite shade of tur- quoise-blue. 4 feet or more.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.25
1612 Bellamosum Improved. Deep indigo-blue and similar in habit to Belladonna.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.25
1615 Hollyhock-flowered. Sturdy growing, with huge spires of enormous flowers in many fine shades of blue, lilac and lavender. 4 feet.
Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c., 1/16 oz. $1.50
1619 Breck’s Superb Hybrids, Mixed. A superb blending of all the finest varieties. The colors range from delicate shades of blue and lavender to the most intense dark blue. 5 feet.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.25
DELPHINIUM CHINENSE
Chinese Larkspur Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 1 to 2 feet. These lovely Larkspurs will bloom the first year from seed if started in March and are therefore often used as Annuals. Attractive plants with ferny foliage and graceful sprays crowded with blooms throughout the Summer.
1648 Azure Fairy. Lovely Cambridge-blue flowers on compact plants about a foot high. A fine variety for edging, bedding, mass planting and rockeries.
Pkt. 15c;, 3 pkts: 30c., 4 oz. 50c
1650 Blue Butterfly. Brilliant blue variety of com- pact habit. Excellent for beds, edgings and the rockery. 1 foot.
Pky 1de%-3) pkts. oc. 48 Oz. o0c-
1652 Cambridge Blue. A slender branching variety with small stems covered with bright blue flowers from June to August. 2 feet.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 60c.
1654 White. A fine white form of the above. 2 feet.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 4 oz. 60c.
The finest of all Delphiniums. The enormous double flowers are beautifully placed on tall, stately spikes which reach to truly great heights. The stems are slim and wiry and the plants are ex- tremely resistant to mildew. These magnificent hybrids are sure to create enthusiasm wherever seen. 5 to 6 feet.
1621 Black Knight Series. blue. The darkest of all. PEtr(oce 1623 Blue Bird Series. Clear true blue, white bee. PKG oC: 1627 Cameliard Series. Pure lavender, white bee. Pita ioc.
Deep dark velvety
PACIFIC
GIANTS
1630 Galahad Series.
A great achievement. 1633 Guinevere Series. white bee.
1636 King Arthur Series.
white bee. The most brilliant.
Giant glistening white, Piktendoc:
Clear pink-lavender, RECs doce
Rich royal-purple, Pitewoes 1639 Summer Skies Series. Soft sky-blue, white bee. PktP 7c.
Piktaioe.
Larkspur—Annual Delphiniums 43
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DELPHINIUM— Annual (Larkspur) 1589 Exquisite Pink, Improved. Soft pink. Hardy Annuals. Flower garden 3 feet Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. : ‘ Jel. 4592 Exquisi . Rose-pink . Refined, bushy plants, branching from the base with 3 ce rere noe ee 25c.. WY oz. 75 handsome, bright green, lacy foliage and tall, graceful 1595 Lilac Spire iVilere TDI goat EEE LO. epikes ea ete clear colored flowers. Sow ” Pkt 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75¢ the seed where the plants are to bloom and thin them 1598 Pink P lon. Wich ere Gene Dae
erfection. Lig -pink out to stand a foot apart. Annual Larkspurs will lend Pre ores cee eae “oz. $1.25 a bright, cheery note to any garden and are excellent 1601 Rosalind. Rose, suffused salmon.
cut flowers. re 4 Pkt. lSc., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 60c. Breck’s Giant Imperial 1604 White King. Glistening white.
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; Pktz ld5e%,3 pkts. soe, | ie ME 1580 Bluebell. Light blue. 1607 Imperial Mixed. = se ate nate Pkt. 1dc., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c. Pkt. lde5 5 pktss 30¢., 04 Oz oc
1583 Blue Spire. Deep oxford-blue. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c. 1586 Carmine King. Carmine-rose. seas = 16081 COLLECTION, 6 separate Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. varieties, 75c.
Annual Delphinium (Larkspur) Giant Imperial
GEISHA | GIRL DIANTHUS
Geisha Girl (Dianthus) (Continued)
The marvelous, com- pact little plants are
1664 a constant delight from Ee arly Summer until Tre ? early §
fel oe Annual late im the alle 1 foot They are wonderful
for beds or edgings and for dainty colorful cut flower display. The blooms are unsur- passed. This match- s Ness omens a
Handsome large, single and double blooms in a remark- ably wide range of beautiful colors rang- ing from deep gar-
net through all the ‘ regular ‘standby deeper and more bril- ) in many of our liant shades of crim- } customer’sgardens.
son scarlet and rose to the softer tones of pink | and pure white. Many | are edged, feathered or | striped while others are | marked with enamel-like | blotches, contrasting colors.
() \ Pht 25¢ ~ 3 Pht. 60¢ |
Farquhar’s Pink Beauty
CHINA PINKS fo Treat as Annuals. Flower garden. 1 foot. ~
China Pinks are remarkable for the beautiful, enamel-like blotches on the petals of the single varieties and for the clear, sparkling color of the double types. Practically everblooming, continuing for many weeks in full flower, and if the seed pods are removed they will continue to bloom until frost. The plants produce their flowers in large loose clusters on stiff stems.
1667 Chinensis, Mixed. Fine, long-stemmed double flowers borne in clus- ters. Very free-flowering variety in a wide range of choice colors. ; Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c. 1670 Diadematus, Mixed. Showy double flowers in shades of pink, rose, crimson, lilac, and purple. A distinct variety, the petals oddly marked and edged white. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c. 1673 Farquhar’s Pink Beauty. Double. Lovely soft pink. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 1 oz. 45c. 1676 Fireball. Double; fiery scarlet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 60c. 1677 Salmon King. Double, rich salmon blooms. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c. 1679 Salmon Queen. Single. An exquisite shade of deep salmon with finely cut petals. Pict loci) oe DES. o0C: 1681 Snowdrift. Double. Pure white, beautifully fringed. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 4 oz. 45c. 1684 Double Mixed. Large, double-flowered varieties with plain, finely cut or fringed petals in all the most desirable colors. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 4 oz. 40c. 1687 Single Mixed. A choice assortment of all the large, single-flowered varieties in a marvelous range of colors. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c.
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Garden Pinks
Hardy Perennials. Rockery and border. 8 to 18 in.
Low growing, dense tufts of gray-green, grass- like leaves, above which are produced, on long stems, beautifully fringed single and double flow- ers. Deliciously fragrant. For permanent beds and rock gardens these ‘‘Pinks’”’ are unrivaled.
1694 Caesius (Cheddar Pink). Bright rosy pink flowers in dense clusters. Blooms in May and June. Splendid for rockeries. 8 inches.
Pkt, [5esrarpkiso5¢.
1696 Deltoides, Brilliant (Maiden Pink). Low creeping variety literally covered with small, bright rosy crimson flowers in June and July. Fine for the rock garden. 8 inches.
Pits 1 5e.7onp kts. dos
1700 Plumarius scoticus. A strain of very fine, double-flowered Scotch Pinks in a wide assortment of self-colors, together with many of the same colors marked with bright crimson zones around the centers of the flowers. Very fragrant blooms up to 2 inches in diameter in May and June. Height 12 to 15 inches.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
1702 Plumarius semperflorens. An _ ever- blooming form with sweetly scented single and double flowers in many colors. Height about 18 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
1704 Plumarius Single, Mixed (Pheasant’s Eye Pinks). Multicolored single flowers with contrasting eyes and a delicious, clove-like fra- grance. Height about 18 inches.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c.
1706 Winteri. Large single flowers of delight- fully pure colors. Compact plants about 9 inches high. This splendid perennial will flower the first year if the seed is sown early indoors. An ideal rock garden or edging plant.
Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
DIASCIA
Half-hardy Annual. Flower or rock garden. 1 foot.
1710 Barberae. An appealing little annual with attractive twin-spurred coral-pink flowers, flushed yellow in the throat. A grand variety for filling in nooks in the rockery. It will con- tinue to bloom over a long period if sheared closely when the first blooms fade. Sow seed indoors in a sunny window in March.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
DIDISCUS — Blue Lace Flower
Half-hardy Annual. Flower garden. 1% feet.
1715 Caerulea. Superb for cut flowers. The long, slender stems terminate in flat clusters of flowers, resembling the wild ‘‘Queen Anne’s Lace,”’ but of a delicate soft blue color.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 60c.
DIGITALIS — Foxglove
Hardy Biennials. Flower garden. 3 to 5 feet
Dignified biennials with stately spires of droop- ing tubular flowers of many colors and markings, high above the luxuriant clumps of broad, downy leaves. They are extremely popular planted in masses in the border or among shrubs and are particularly valuable because they bloom in shady places. June and July.
1720 Breck’s Selected, Mixed. A _ splendid strain with immense blooms ranging in color from white through shades of pink and rose to purple, handsomely spotted and marked. 5 feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.00
1722 Grandiflora (Ambigua). A dwarf type with slender spikes of pale yellow flowers spot- ted with brown, blooming from June to Au- gust. 3 feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c.
1724 Hybrida lutzi, Salmon. Fine new Fox- glove growing to 4 feet with spikes laden with salmon-pink bells.
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Digitalis.
Gloxiniaeflora Varieties
A very handsome strain with large, open blooms, spotted and marked like Gloxinias.
4 feet. Pkt. 10e% so pktss 25c., 4, oz. 50c; 1726 Purple 1730 White 1728 Rose 1734 Mixed
Purpurea Varieties
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.;-14 oz. 60c. 1736 Purpurea. The well-known common pur- ple Foxglove. 1742 Mixed. All colors.
DIMORPHOTHECA ~ African Daisy
Treat as Annuals. Flower garden. 12 inches. Splendid flower garden plants with large, Daisy-like flowers in a wide range of beautiful colors. Excellent for cutting.
1746 Glistening White. Extremely large flow- ers with glossy, pure white petals and shiny black centers. A fine white annual for the rock garden. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Dimorphotheca, Aurantiaca
DIMORPHOTHECA
Aurantiaca Varieties
1753 Orange Glory. Brilliant orange. Pkt. ldc., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 50c. 1756 Salmon Beauty. True salmon. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 50c. 1758 Hybrids. Wide range of colors, in shades of orange, primrose, salmon, apricot, buff and delicately tinted white flowers. PKtaloc. io) pktsmeoc.6)407..00G.
DOLICHOS
Annual. Climber. 10 feet.
1768 Lablab Mixed (Hyacinth Bean). Rapid- growing climber with clusters of purple or white Wisteria-like blossoms, followed by purple seed pods. PktelOGmozas UG:
1770 Lignosus (Australian Pea Vine). Quick- growing vines with rosy purple or white, pea- shaped flowers. The leaves are much smaller than D. Lablab. Excellent twining vines for covering fences and trellises.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 44 oz. 50c.
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DRACAENA (Cordyline)
Tender Perennial.Conservatory plant. Height varies 1778 Indivisa. An attractive greenhouse palm grown for its ornamental foliage and used prin- cipally for furnishing vases and window boxes. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
ECHINACEA - Purple Cone Flower
Hardy Perennial. Flower garden. 3 feet. 1782 Purpurea. Bushy plants, topped by huge, dull, purplish rose Daisies with high, dark, bronzy centers. Blooms from July until frost.
Fine for cutting and landscape decoration. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
ECHINOCYSTIS
Hardy Annual. Rampant climber. 1787 Lebata (Wild Cucumber). A vine of aston- ishingly quick growth, with dense, dark green foliage and inconspicuous white flowers. Excel- lent for covering unsightly objects where its
rank habit will not prove troublesome. Pity W0c.3 pktsa25c., oz: 40c.
ECHINOPS — Globe Thistle Border plant. 3 feet. A unique plant with thistle-like
Hardy Perennial. 1792 Ritro.
Pk 10e7 3 pkts. 25c:
Echinops Ritro
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test the soil and then add the missing chemi- cals according to the soil’s needs.
THE SUDBURY SOIL-TESTING KIT is practical and easy to use. It provides a simple method of determining the nitrogen, phosphorus and potash contents and also
The use of the Sudbury Soil-Testing Kit eliminates guess-work and provides actual knowledge of what Plant Foods are needed and how much to apply.
Home Garden Kit (sufficient for about 20 tests)
Club Model (sufficient for about 50 tests) $4.75
Refills are available for all Sudbury Kits— see list of Garden Tools and Requisites.
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ECHIUM
Hardy Annual. Flower garden. 1 fool.
1796 Blue Bedder. A compact little plant bear- ing a profusion of small, bright deep blue flow- ers. An extremely useful subject for bedding or growing in pots in the conservatory.
Pkte l5ey,00) pktse aoc.
ENGLISH DAISY
Hardy Perennials. Edging or rock garden. 6 inches Popular, low-growing plants, bearing numer- ous large, blooms in the early Spring. Often used like Pansies with Spring-flowering bulbs. Sow the seed in July or August for bloom the following Spring. See Bellis on page 36.
ERIGERON — Fleabane
Flower and rock garden. 9 to 24 inches
Splendid perennials of easy culture with small flowers much like the native Asters. The clus-
Hardy Perennials.
cutting. Rictel OCP opts mooC:
Erigeron Speciosus
ERYNGIUM -— Sea Holly
Hardy Perennial. Flower garden. 2 to 3 feet. Ornamental border plants with handsome,
spiny foliage and thistle-like flowers which are
excellent when dried, for Winter bouquets.
1810 Amethystinum. Deep blue. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 1812 Giganteum. Pale blue.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
ESCHSCHOLTZIA
California Poppy Hardy Annual. Flower garden. 1 foot.
Annuals of easy culture if sown where they are to bloom. The bushy plants grow a foot high and as much across and are literally covered from June until frost with brilliantly colored single and semi-double flowers. Excellent cut flowers.
Single Varieties
Pure white. Spreading plants. Pity 10e Dts. 25¢.,, OZ OUG: 1819 Dazzler. A brilliant shade of flaming scar- let. Plants erect. Rkty lider up meseno: 1821 Golden Rod. Bright golden Plants erect. Ricta doce Dktsmouc. 14026 O0C, 1822 Golden West. Silky, golden yellow blos- soms, orange at the center. Spreading plants. Pit. 0c orpktss 20G...0Z, oe: 1824 Lovely. Rich rosy pink suffused salmon. Erect plants.
Pkt. 25c:, 3 pkts. 60c., % oz: $1.00
1818 Alba.
5e., % oz. 60c. orange.
1830 Rose Queen. Outside petals deep rosy
pink, inside a lighter tint. Plants spreading.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 45c.
1834 Tango. An erect-growing variety with bronzy red petals overlaid terra cotta.
Pkt lOc. Ss upkts, 25e:
1836 Breck’s Superb Mixture. Will create a
most brilliant display. It contains many new
colors from soft pink through yellow and reds
to royal purple. Pita lL 5es 0) pkts. 35, oz. pi.2!
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18371 id ae AES separate varieties, 50c.
Semi-double Varieties
1840 Carmine Queen. son-carmine. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.00 1843 Enchantress. An exquisite shade of soft rosy carmine overlaid with cream on the inside of the petals. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 44 oz. $1.00 1845 Golden Glory. Bright golden yellow, orange at the center. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.00 1847 Monarch Art Shades. A choice selection of large, brilliantly colored varieties. These marvelous art shades are extremely effective in mass plantings and are invaluable for color- ful bouquets. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.00
Large flowers of crim-
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EUPHORBIA
Annual. Flower garden. 2 to 3 feet.
Ornamental foliage plants with showy leaves. The striking foliage makes them unusually attractive bedding and border plants.
1856 Heterophylla (Mexican Fireplant). Deep green foliage until Midsummer, when the top leaves turn to brilliant scarlet.
PKEPLS Coe pKts.35C.. 14 OZ a00C:
1858 Variegata (Snow-on-the-Mountain). <A hardy annual with handsome green leaves, the upper ones marked or margined with white.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. $1.00
FERNS
Tender Perennials. Greenhouse. Heights vary
1895 Greenhouse Varieties, Mixed. Spores of all the varieties suitable for glass house culture. Pkt, 25c;, 3 pkts: 60c:
FORGET-ME-NOT -— Myosotis
6 inches. Beautiful, hardy plants, treasured for their ex-
quisite little flowers. Best treated like Pansies,
by sowing in Midsummer and carrying the plants over Winter for early Spring bloom.
Hardy Biennial or Perennial.
2524 Victoria, Blue. Dwarf. Compact plants bearing an abundance of clear blue flowers. 6 inches. Pkt, 2503 pkts. '60c-
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GAILLARDIA — Annual Blanket Flower
Hardy Annuals. 1 to 2 feet. Showy annuals constantly in bloom from early
Summer until late Fall. Gaillardias are excellent
for sunny beds and borders and are especially
valuable as cut flowers for they last a long time in water.
1907 Indian Chief. Single, broad-rayed flowers of a sparkling shade of bronzy red. The dense, bushy plants grow about a foot high and are never out of flower. :
PK. l0cs 3) pkts: 25e7,. 4.1024 50c:
1909 Double Mixed (Lorenziana). Large, fully double flowers consisting of hundreds of tiny tubular florets. The flowers vary in color from white through the various shades of yel- low, orange and red with contrasting stripes or markings of the same colors.
Pkt. 10c:, 3\ pkKts. 25c:, 14 oz. 50ce-.
1912 Breck’s Superb Mixture. A well selected mixture of single and double varieties. __
Pkt l0cs 73) pKtsa 206.52 40z100c:
Flower garden.
Flower garden. 21to8 feet. These hardy, wheel-shaped flowers are unex- celled for brilliant color effects from July to October, in the perennial border. The gay blos- soms are also effective as cut flowers. 1915 Burgundy. Beautiful, large, rich wine-red flowers. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.00. 1918 Dazzler. Particularly handsome flowers of vivid crimson with broad golden yellow margins. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. $1.00. 1921 Portola Hybrids. Clear crimson blooms, feather edged yellow. Pkt, 1d5e.5 3 pkts. doc... 46 07-10: 1924 Breck’s Exhibition Hybrids. A superb mixture of large showy flowers, in shades of rich wine red, clear yellow and vivid crimson with striking gold bands and edges. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 144 oz. 50c.
GAURA
Treat as Annual. Flower garden. 3 feet
1928 Lindheimeri. A graceful perennial plant blooming the first year from seed. The deli- cately shaped white, faintly rose-tinted blooms are borne on long, slender spikes and flower abundantly all Summer. Splendid for cutting.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 60c.
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Gaillardia (Perennial) Portola Hybrids
GERANIUM
Tender Perennials. House and garden. Heights vary Popular house and garden plants, especially useful for window boxes. They are too well known to require description. 1941 Zonale, Mixed. Single, large-flowered. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
GERBERA -— Transvaal Daisy Tender Perennial. Greenhouse. 1)4 feet. 1947 Jamesoni hybrida, Mixed. The daintiest flowers of the Daisy family in lovely pastel shades of pink, apricot, terra cotta and orange. PRtAO0Gi ro peice pile)
GEUM
Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 116 feet. Dwarf border plants with sprays of double flowers rising from a rosette of handsomely de- signed foliage. They bloom freely from May to October. 1952 Lady Stratheden. Fine, rich golden yel- low blooms. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., %& oz. $1.00. 1954 Mrs. Bradshaw. Large, wavy petals of brightest scarlet. Rkt bers pkts1ooc. e074 SoC: 1958 Prince of Orange. Attractive blossoms of glowing orange. Pkt. 25c.,°3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. 85e.
Gourds —Interesting
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The Rock of Annals
By Alfred C. Hottes
where to use them. Price, $1.50 post paid
GILIA
Half-hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 8 to 18 inches.
Splendid rockery and garden plants, blooming profusely all Summer, of easy culture and will thrive in almost any situation.
1960 Capitata. Quick growing plants 18 inches high, with finely cut foliage and clustered balls of tiny clear blue flowers. Excellent as cut flowers. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., % oz. 40c.
1962 Liniflora (Bunch of Lilac). An attractive, dwarf plant from 15 to 18 inches high with dense, feathery foliage just covered all Sum- mer with dainty lavender-blue flowers.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 1% oz. 40c.
1963 Micrantha (Fairy Stars). Free flowering little annual plants about 8 inches tall, form- ing close foliage tufts covered with tiny, single, star-like flowers in beautiful soft pastel shades. Excellent for edging and for the rockery.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 1% oz. 50c.
1964 Tricolor (Birds-Eye). Beautiful fringed foliage and Phlox-like flowers of lilac and violet with purple throats. Height 18 inches.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 35c.
GLOXINIA
Tuberous-rooted. Greenhouse pot plant. 12 inches. Magnificent plants for the house or conserva-
tory. For richness and variety of coloring the velvety, tubular blooms of the Gloxinia are unsurpassed.
1968 Breck’s Giant Hybrids. A splendid mix- ture of large flowering varieties. Pkt. $1.00, 3 pkts. $2.50
GODETIA — Satin Flower
Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 15 to 24 inches.
These are superb garden annuals making bushy plants with blooms of satiny texture, strongly resembling those of the Azalea. Gode- tias flower best in a rather poor soil.
1974 Breck’s Lavender. Double flowers of a soft shade of lavender. 15 inches.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c.
1977 Kelvedon Glory. Single. Deep glowing
salmon-orange. 15 inches.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.25
1980 Rosy Morn. Double. Beautiful coral pink.
2 feet. Pkt: 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c.
1983 White Swan. Single. satiny white. 15 inches. Pki loca kts. 35c:, 4 oz. 75c. 1986 Breck’s Speciai Mixture. An excellent selection of superb double flowering varieties. 2 feet. Pictl0G wo Dikts.25C.,054 07. 50C! 1989 Azalea Flowered, Mixed. A dwarf dou- ble type in a wide range of bright colors. The flowers are produced so freely that they almost completely hide the foliage. REG Locsio Dktso0Cs. 54 OZ) JOC:
Large flowers of
GOMPHRENA Globosa Globe Amaranth
Half-hardy Annuals. Everlasting. 18 inches.
Showy Everlastings with chaffy heads some- what resembling those of Clover. The flowers when dried make attractive Winter bouquets.
1993 Rubra. A fine shade of purple.
Pity LOC.) oepkts. 20;
1995 Mixed. White, pink, red and purple. Pkt. 10e., 3 pkts. 25c.
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Ornamental GOURDS
Annual Vines. Climbing or trailing. 10 feet.
Rapid growing, annual trailing plants bearing weird, oddly-shaped fruits. Often planted for Summer screens on fences and trellises. Used as curiosities and ornaments.
Separate Varieties
An excellent assortment of exotic forms and colorings.
2004 Apple-shaped. Green. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 50c.
Half green, half yellow, pear- Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 50c. 2007 Birds Nest. Hour glass shape.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 50c.
2008 Bottle-shaped. Green, small. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 50c.
2010 Dipper-shaped. Green. Used for dippers. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts, 25c% 0z.40c.
2012 Dish Cloth or ‘‘Vegetable Sponge.’’ Fibrous interior when bleached is used for sponges. Pkt. 10ci, 3 pictss 25c,/0z. 40¢:
2014 Egg-shaped. White. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 50c. 2016 Flat Striped. white striped. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 50c.
2018 Hercules Club. Green, grows 2 to 3 feet long. Pikt= lOc pktsec2ocmo7. 40c.
2021 Horned Cucumber. Green, spiny. Pts NOEs 13 pkts: 25e), 02. “5c.
2006 Bicolor. shaped.
2023 Orange-shaped. Color and shape of an orange. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c:, oz. 50c.
2025 Pear, Bicolor. Striped green and white. Pitta Ocuno DEtsacOcenOZ. DUC.
2027 Pear, Striped. Striped green and yellow. Pkt. 10c:, 3) pkts: 2oe;, oz. 50c:
2029 Pear, White. Pita t0Cw Orp kts 20GsOZa DUG.
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Flat, round, green fruit,
2035 Spoon. Green and yellow. Long neck. PEt wMOGe oiDk&tseDC OZ oe.
2040 Small Varieties, Mixed. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 40c.
2042 Warted Varieties, Mixed. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 50c.
2046 All Types, Mixed. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 40c.
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GYPSOPHILA — Annual Baby’s Breath
Flower garden. 1 to 1% feet
Quick growing plants producing an abundance of dainty flowers in loose, graceful sprays. The bushy plants are very effective in the garden or rockery. As cut flowers the misty sprays combine ideally with such flowers as need foliage to show them off.
2072 Breck’s Giant White. Large snow-white
flowers, unsurpassed for size of bloom. 11% feet. Ret l0cs 3 pkts) 25e:, 02..50c:
2074 Elegans rosea. Delightful little rosy pink flowers on wiry plants. 11% feet high.
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2076 Muralis. Handsome, dwarf, mossy plants
just studded with delicate soft, rose-colored
blooms from early Summer until frost. An
ideal variety for the border or rock garden.
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Hardy Annuals.
GYPSOPHILA - Perennial Baby’s Breath
Hardy Perennials. Border and rock plants. 6 to 36 inches
Remarkable plants with grass-like foliage and myriads of starry flowers. The tall varieties are excellent in borders and highly prized for cut flowers.
2078 Oldhamiana. Sprays of small light pink flowers in Autumn, on erect 214 foot plants. A splendid cut flower.
Pkt. 15c;, 3 pkts. 3oc., 4% oz. 60c.
2080 Paniculata. Globular bushes, 2 to 3 feet high, with masses of tiny white flowers on loose sprays in July and August.
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2082 Paniculata fl.-pl. This seed produces at least 70 per cent double flowers which are whiter and larger than the single type.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. $1.50
2084 Pacifica. A later flowering variety than Paniculata. The small pink blossoms are car- ried gracefully on bushy plants 3 feet high.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. $1.00
2086 Repens. An excellent dwarf species, 6 inches tall, producing clouds of dainty pinkish white flowers in June and July.
Pkt. 15¢., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 60c.
2088 Repens rosea. A rose-pink form of the above. Excellent plants for the rockery. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.00
GREVILLEA -— Silk Oak Greenhouse or conservatory. 2 to 5 feet
2090 Robusta. Fast growing pot plants with decorative, fern-like foliage, easily grown from seed. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 60c.
Evergreen Tree.
HELENIUM — Sneezeweed
Flower garden. 2 to 4 feet.
Tall branching perennial plants with yellow, Daisy-like flowers in broad heads or clusters. The blooming period is from May until October.
2093 Autumnale superbum. Bright golden yellow rays and yellow centers blooming from August through September. Vigorous growing plants reaching 4 feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2097 Riverton Gem. Bright orange yellow blooms tinged maroon, blooming from August through September. Height 3 feet.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Hardy Perennials.
HELICHRYSUM — Strawflower Half-hardy Annuals. 3 feet.
The best known of all the everlastings, attrac- tive in the garden as well as in Winter bouquets. Large, double flowers in a wide range of both subdued and brilliant colorings. The flowers should be cut before they are fully open and suspended downward in a cool place to dry.
Peta l0ce oO pEtsaZ OCs LAnOzZeOUC. 2106 Crimson 2114 White 2108 Rose 2116 Yellow 2110 Salmon 2118 Choice Mixed. A
2112 Violet fine mixture of all colors
Everlastings.
21201 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, 50c.
HELIOTROPE
Tender Shrubs. Greenhouse and bedding.
Height varies
Popular bedding and pot plants with pleas- ingly fragrant clusters of small violet, purple or white flowers amid rich green, rough veined leaves, giving a wealth of bloom.
2133 Giant Hybrids, Mixed. Immense flower heads varying from white to dark violet. Pkt. 35¢:, 8 pkts. 85c:
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Hesperis Matronalis
HELIOPHILA Half-h ardy Annual. Bedding and border. 12 inches
2124 Linearifolia. An attractive annual with
The Back of Perennials
By ALFRED C. HOTTES
An interesting and instructive book giv- ing full information on the general principles of growing, using, selecting and propagating perennials. By using the numerous lists it is easily possible to select varieties for suc- cession of bloom from early Spring until frost for various purposes or locations. Price, $2.00 postpaid
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HESPERIS — Sweet Rocket
Treat as Biennials, Flower garden. 3 feet.
Fine, old-fashioned garden plants with showy spikes of fragrant white, or rosy purple Phlox- like flowers in June and July.
2138 Matronalis. Fragrant, rosy purple flowers creating an extremely effective color display in the border. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c.
2140 Matronalis alba. Sweet-scented, showy white spikes. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c.
2142 Mixed. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 02. 60c. HEUCHERA -— Coral Bells
Hardy Perennials. Rockery and border. 1% feet.
Splendid, compact plants with tufts of orna- mental evergreen foliage, from which rise slender stems, bearing tiny, bell-shaped flowers. They bloom from June to September. ;
2146 Sanguinea splendens. Bright coral red bells rising from deep green mats. A very desirable plant for the rockery or border.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2148 Spitfire. Rich scarlet bells larger than Sanguinea. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
2150 Breck’s Choice Hybrids. Exquisite shades varying from white, through pink, rose, and scarlet to deep crimson.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
HIBISCUS — Rose Mallow
Hardy Perennials. Border background. 3 to 6 feet.
Shrub-like perennials with large, showy flowers somewhat resembling single Hollyhocks. They flower from July until September and present a gorgeous sight when in bloom.
2153 Coccineus. A beautiful variety with rosy- red flowers, blooming somewhat later than the Mallow Marvels. Flowers freely in August if seed is sown late in April. Requires a protec- tive Winter mulch in New England.
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2158 Mallow Marvels, Mixed. A wonderful race of gigantic Hibiscus in beautiful shades of red, rose, pink, blush and white. Height 3 to 6 feet. Pktdl5e.3 3) pkts. 3oc., 14 07. 5c.
HOLLYHOCK — Annual
Althaea Rosea Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 3 to 4 feet.
Annual Hollyhocks are relatively new garden plants. The older varieties are biennials. This new strain will make blooming plants 3 to 4 feet high the first season if sown early.
2162 Indian Spring. Extremely attractive, semi-double and double flowers showing shades of pink, bright rose and rosy carmine, on 3 to 4 foot flower spikes. These are followed by sec- ondary side shoots epee supply a wealth of bloom from July until frost.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. $1.00
2166 Single Mixed.
: Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 60c.
HOLLYHOCK ~— Biennial
Althaea Rosea Hardy Biennials. Border background. 6 feet. Tall, stately plants especially suitable for backgrounds in borders, for growing against walls or fences, and for screening unsightly views. Their graceful spikes bear many round, smooth- petaled or frilled, single or double flowers.
Chater’s Double
Huge, double flowers in every possible tint and shade. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4 oz. $1.00 2170 Chamois 2180 Pure White 2172 Crimson 2182 Salmon-Rose 2174 Deep Rose 2184 Scarlet 2176 Maroon 2186 Sulphur Yellow 2178 Newport Pink 2188 Giant Mixed re 21891 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, 75c.
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Single Flowered
Many people prefer single-flowered Hollyhocks because of their individuality and liberal bloom. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.50 2190 Flesh Color 2198 White 2192 Pink 2201 Yellow 2194 Purple 2203 Breck’s 2196 Scarlet Mixture Nee EE 22041 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, $1.25 Ne eT ee SSS aad
Miscellaneous Varieties
2206 Allegheny Mixed. Single, semi-double and double fringed flowers in a wide range of colors. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c.
2208 Triumph Double, Mixed. Beautifully fringed rosette flowers in many new shades and
bicolor combinations. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. 75c.
Choice
_ 2162 HOLLYHOCK,
HUMULUS — Annual Japanese Hop
Annual. Ornamental climbers.
20 feet.
Extremely rapid growing vines with luxuriant dense foliage and catkin-like flower clusters ideally suited for covering trellises and verandas.
2212 Japonicus. Handsome green foliage. Pkt. l0c., 3 pkts; 25c., 44 oz) 40c-
HUNNEMANNIA Mexican Tulip Poppy
Treat as Annuals. Flower garden. 2 feet.
Large, yellow, Poppy-like flowers borne on bushy plants with beautiful blue-green foliage.
Handsome in the border from June until frost. Superb as cut flowers.
2222 Fumariaefolia. Clear yellow. Pkt. 10e:, 3 pkts. 25¢., 14 oz. 50c. 2226 Sunlite. Semi-double flowers of soft canary yellow.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 85c.
INCARVILLEA -— Perennial Gloxinia Half-hardy Perennial. Border plant. 2 feet.
2237 Grandiflora. Large, tubular, rich dark rose flowers produced in terminal clusters well above a basal group of vivid green leaves. Showy plants for the sunny border. Requires Winter protection. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
INULA
Hardy Perennial. Border plant. 18 to 24 inches.
2240 Royleana. A striking border plant with immense, rich golden-yellow flowers, resem- bling Sunflowers, except that the petals are fine and graceful. Grow in full sunshine.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
BLOOMS IN MID-SUMMER FROM EARLY SPRING SOWING
One of the most richly colored and beau- tifulfof annual flowers—clear pink flushed with shades of bright rose and carmine. Blooms almost continuously from Midsum- mer on, if central flower spike is removed when the blooms fade. Very easily grown.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. $1.00
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Glorious MORNING GLORIES
IPOMOEA —- Morning Glory Annual. Climbers. 10 to 20 feet
A remarkable group of quick growing vines of easy culture. Large, flaring, trumpet-like blooms in a wide assortment of beautiful colors.
We also include under this listing the large pure white ‘‘Mexican Moonflower.”’
2245 Heavenly Blue. This most popular annual climber is literally covered all Summer long with glorious, clear, sky-blue flowers. An extra early strain, flowering in about 8 weeks. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4 oz. 65c. 2248 Mexicana grandiflora alba (Moonflower). Large, satiny white flowers opening in the evening. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., oz. $1.00 2250 Pearly Gates. A companion to the favorite ‘‘Heavenly Blue” with large luminous white flowers. See page 28 for further description. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2253 Scarlett O’Hara. 4-inch blooms of rich cornelian red with unique and pleasing foliage. Pimlico pKtsa OG. .ny4nOZOoC.
2256 Imperialis, Mixed. Japanese Morning Glories have enormous flowers, spotted, striped and flecked. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 60c.
2260 Purpurea, Mixed. Common Morning Glory. A fine strain of many colors. PES OCH OZ) 2ocs
TRAIN-ETTS
Just the thing for supporting Morning Glory Vines. Weatherized netting trellises, scientifically made; will not rot out or burn the plants. Easy to hang, attractive and strong; durable enough for several seasons. If supported by poles or stakes in the open, flowers may be enjoyed from both sides. If fastened against a building or wall; stake bottom of netting out about 6 inches from the wall. No. 1 size (5 x 6 feet) 39c. No. 2 size (5 x 8 feet) 49c. No. 3 size (5 x 15 feet) 69c.
MORNING
GLORIES Heavenly Blue
Pearly Gates
KOCHIA Burning Bush
Hardy Annual. Hedges
and borders. 2 to 3 feet.
2282 Childsi. <A rapid grow- ing, bushy plant, symmetrical in
form, with finely cut, bright green foliage in Summer, turning brilliant
red in the Autumn.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 75c.
LANTANA
Tender shrubs. Greenhouse or garden. Height varies. Showy and free-flowering plants used extensively for bedding and for window boxes. Clusters of flat-topped flowers in shades of pink, yellow, orange and scarlet as well ag white.
2290 Dwarf Hybrids. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c. i 2292 Tall Hybrids. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c. Lantana Plants will be found on page 85.
LATHYRUS Latifolius — Hardy Sweet Pea Hardy Perennial. Climbing plants. 6 to 8 feet. Easy grown perennials, useful for covering low fences, trellises, rock
piles, etc. 2297 White Pearl. Pure white. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c. 2299 Pink Beauty. Blush pink. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 44 oz. 75c. | 2301 Splendens. Red. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c. | 2303 Mixed, Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c.
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Lavatera, Breck’s Sunset
LAVATERA — Tree Mallow Half-hardy Annual. Garden plants. 3 feet. Attractive, bushy annuals with large flowers resembling Hollyhocks—beautiful in long bor- ders. The plants are easily grown by starting the seed in the open ground and bloom from early Summer until late September.
2308 Splendens alba. White.
Pkt. 10e;,3 pkts. 25e5, 44 oz. 50c 2310 Splendens rosea. Rose.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 4 oz. 50c. 2312 Breck’s Sunset. Showy, deep rose pink.
Very effective.
Pet toe pkts. 0G.) 241.0z-O0cC>
2315 Mixed. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c.
LAVENDER -— Lavendula Hardy Perennial. Garden plants. 1 to 2 feet. Favorite, old-fashioned herbs with pleasing, soft, silvery gray foliage and delicately sweet- scented flowers. When dried the flowers and buds retain their fragrance for a long time. 2320 Vera (Sweet Lavender). Delightfully fra- grant, blue-lavender blooms in July and August. RPiktalbenro pets. iooce 2322 Munstead Strain. Rich, deep lavender flowers on dwarf plants about 12 inches high, blooming several weeks earlier than the Sweet Lavender. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.25
LEPTOSYNE
Treat as Annual. Flower garden. 2 feet. 2332 Maritima (Sea Dahlia). Attractive peren- nial plants flowering the first season from seed. Lemon-yellow, Daisy-like flowers and much- divided foliage. Especially fine for growing in
the greenhouse. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c.
LIATRIS
Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 3 to A feet. Rugged perennial plants from the Western
prairies, with small flowers borne close against
wand-like stems. Attractive from August to
October. Very effective when massed in the
flower garden.
2335 Pycnostachya (Kansas Gay Feather). Dense, narrow spikes of rich purple—the flow- ers opening from the top down unlike most
tall plants. 4 feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 2337 Spicata (Blazing Star). Loose spikes of fluffy purplish rose flowers in Midsummer. 3 feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2339 Scariosa, September Glory. Giant, 6-foot spikes solidly covered with purple flow- ers from top to bottom. All the flowers phen at one time in September creating a marvelous effect. Pkt, 35c,, 3 pkts, 85c.
LILIUM — Lily
Hardy Perennial. Flower garden. 3 to 6 feet.
2342 Formosanum. A truly remarkable Lily, resembling the Regal Lily in habit. Has long, pure white, trumpet-shaped flowers, slightly reddish brown outside, fading to pure white at maturity. Very fragrant. Blooms from early September until frost. Grows toa height of about 5 to 6 feet. Will often bloom the first season if seed is sown early.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2344 Regale. One of the most beautiful of Lilies and the easiest to grow from seed. Deliciously fragrant, white blooms, tinted brownish pink on the outside and soft yellow in the throat. A charming contrast with the rich, deep green foliage. A group planting in the border is a joyous sight in July. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2346 Tenuifolium. The most brilliant of all Lilies. Numerous waxy blooms of brilliant scarlet, borne during June or early July, on plants about 3 feet high. A delicate and grace- ful species, good for rockeries, or pot culture.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
LINARIA — Annual Miniature Snapdragon Half-hardy Annual. Flower garden. 8 to 12 inches.
Erect little annuals producing varied and beau- tiful flowers resembling tiny Snapdragons. Clumps of Linaria will add an interesting touch to the annual border and cut sprays make very dainty bouquets for table decoration.
2348 Breck’s Hybrids. Slender annuals with spikes of dainty flowers in a wide variety of bright colors and pastel shades. 1 foot.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c.
2354 Fairy Bouquet, Mixed. Compact plants about 8 to 10 inches high, in many distinct colers, Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.00
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Linum Rubrum
LINUM — Annual
Hardy Annual.
2364 Rubrum (Scarlet Flax). Very popular annuals with glossy, bright red, 5-petaled flowers. The flowering Flax blooms over a long period but succession of bloom may be had by making several sowings. Excellent edging plant and worthy of a place in the rockery.
Pit lOecerorpktse 2oe.,.0Z. ONC:
Flower garden. 12 inches.
2452 RUSSELL LUPINES MIXED
The finest strain of perennial Lupines in the world. Long, sym- metrical, closely furnished spikes in an indescribably rich variety of brilliant colors. The flowers are borne well above the splendid foliage of the exceptionally vigorous plants. Height 214 to3l4it. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
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2371 LINUM NARBONNENSE “HEAVENLY BLUE”’
Perennial Flax has of late years been coming more and more into favor and deservedly so because of the free, graceful habit and profusion of bloom. The colors too have been greatly improved by cultivation and’ selection and a planting of this new variety gives the impression of a waving sheet of luminous ultramarine blue—certainly the finest shade yet. The flowers are about twice as large as the common Linum perenne and when seen in a mass the effect is
really charming.
LINUM — Perennial
Flowering Flax Perennials, Flower border. 1 to 1% feet. Attractive plants with delicate foliage and an abundance of 5-petaled flowers of clear shining hues. 2368 Flavum (Golden Flax). Glistening clear yellow blossoms from June to August. 1 foot. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 2370 Narbonnense. A lovely variety of grace- ful habit. Azure-blue flowers with white eyes. May and June. 114 feet. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 44 oz. $1.00 2372 Perenne caeruleum. A most reliable hardy perennial blooming from May to Au- gust. Bushy, 18 inch plants with slender, wiry stems and a multitude of clear blue flowers. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 60c.
LOBELIA — Annual
Treat as Annuals. Edging and bedding. 4 to 10 in. Dainty, low-growing, bushy or trailing plants covered with irregular flowers which bloom pro- fusely from early Summer until Fall. The com- pact types are most effective for edging and the trailing varieties are splendid for window boxes. 2378 Cambridge Blue. Compact plants with true Cambridge blue flowers. 4 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts: 60c. 2380 Compacta, Blue Stone. An improved strain with masses of clear blue flowers. 4 inches. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c. 2382 Compacta, Crystal Palace. Deep glow- ing blue flowers and dark foliage. 4 inches. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c. 2386 Mrs. Clibran. Splendid compact plants. Beautiful, deep blue flowers with clear white eyes. Dark foliage. 4 in. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 2388 Sapphire. A fine, large-flowered, trailing variety. Sapphire blue with sparkling white eyes. 1 foot. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 2390 Speciosa. Fine spreading variety. Rich, deep blue flowers with dark foliage. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
LOBELIA — Perennial
Hardy Perennial. Flower garden. 3 feet.
Handsome, native plants with fine spikes of brilliant flowers in late Summer. Excellent in moist, half-shaded places.
2397 Cardinalis (Cardinal Flower). Glistening cardinal red flowers and attractive dark green foliage. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2399 Siphilitica. Showy bright blue’ flowers and light green foliage. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
LUNARIA — Honesty
Hardy Biennial. Everlasting. 21% feet.
2405 Biennis alba. Interesting biennial plants grown chiefly for their transparent silvery seed pods which are so popular for Winter bouquets.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
LUPINUS — Annual
Annual Lupime Half-hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 2 to 4 feet. Quick growing annuals with attractive foliage and tall, graceful spikes of pea-shaped flowers. Fine border plants and excellent cut flowers. 2412 Farquhar’s Yellow. Fragrant yellow blossoms. 2 feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Hartwegi The popular old-fashioned variety. 2 feet. Pkt. 10¢., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 75c. 2414 Dark Blue 2420 White 2416 Light Blue 2422 Mixed.” All col- 2418 Rose ors
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c,
King Lupines
A fine, giant strain of Annual Lupines which grows from 8 to 4 feet high and bears handsome, large spikes of bloom comparable in beauty and size to many of the perennial varieties. The plants are base-branching and each produces from 6 to 8 enormous spikes of colorful flowers. A new and im-
proved form of Lupinus hartwegi. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c.
2425 Blue. Deep oxford blue.
2427 Sky Blue. Clear light blue with white line in center.
2429 White. A clear pure white.
2431 Mixed. A mixture of the above colors together with other charming shades.
LUPINUS —- Perennial
Perennial Lupine Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 4 feet.
These are gorgeous perennials, the new Hy- brids especially, rivaling the Delphiniums when seen at their best, making 3-foot spikes hand- somely set with many colored, pea-shaped flow- ers in June,
2435 Breck’s Gold Medal Hybrids. An im- proved strain of Lupinus polyphyllus, not to be compared with the more common forms. The color-range includes delicate shades as well as rich blue, mauve, pink and yellow.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2437 Arboreus. Bright yellow flowers.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c.
2439 Arboreus, Snow Queen. Pure white
blooms. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c. Polyphyllus
2441 Blue. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkKts. 25c., oz. 75c.
2443 Rose. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., oz. $1.50
2445 White. 2447 Yellow. 2449 Mixed.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 75c. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. Pkt. 15c:, 3 pkts. 35c., oz. $1.00
Russell Lupine
2452 Mixture. The most sensational introduc- tion for many years. The finest strain of peren- “nial Lupins in the world. Long, symmetrical, closely furnished spikes in an indescribably rich variety of brilliant colors. The flowers are borne well above the splendid foliage of the exceptionally vigorous plants. Height 2% to 3% feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
LYCHNIS ~— Perennial
Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 12 to 30 inches
Fine, erect plants, very common in old-fash- ioned gardens. Attractive heads of lively colored flowers in early Summer. Group plantings in the border or rock garden are strikingly showy. 2465 Chalcedonica (Maltese Cross). Dense
heads of flaming scarlet flowers from June to
August. 2 feet.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c.
2467 Chalcedonica, Salmon Queen. Similar
to the above variety but with salmon-pink flowers. 2 feet.
Pkt. l5c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 65c.
2469 Coronaria atrosanguinea (Agrostemma)
Branching plants with dense, woolly foliage
and deep crimson blossoms. The charming
contrast between glowing flowers and white foliage is unusually striking. Excellent border plants. 2% feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c. 2475 Viscaria splendens. An elegant variety with pretty rose-pink flowers which are freely produced on fine little plants of tufted habit. A most profuse bloomer in sunny places. 12 inches. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
LYTHRUM ~— Loosestrife
Hardy Perennial. Flower garden. 4 feet. 2480 Roseum superbum. Splendid landscape plants with graceful, steeple-like clusters of bright rose-colored blooms. Fine subjects for stream-sides or amid shrubbery. Of easy cul- ture in moist soils. Flowers freely from July to September. Pkt. 10c:; 3 pkts. 25c.
MALVA — Mallow
Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 2 feet.
_ Decorative branching plants with fragrant, single, Hollyhock-like flowers and nicely divided leaves. Ornamental in the border.
2484 Alcea (Hollyhock Mallow). Rose. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
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MATTHIOLA Evening-scented Stock Half-hardy Annual, Flower garden. 1% feet.
2491 Bicornis. Rosy lilac flowers which are deliciously fragrant in the evening. Indispen- sable for enhancing the night charm of the garden. Pert. 10c., 3 pkts.. 25c., oz. 60c.
MATRICARIA — Feverfew Hardy Perennial. Flower garden. 8 to 24 inches. Beautiful bushy perennials that will bloom the first year from seed.| Strongly aromatic, fern-like foliage covered with fully double flowers resem- bling miniature Chrysanthemums. 2493 Golden Ball. A dwarf, compact variety. Golden yellow. Excellent for edging and bed- ding. 8 inches.
PEt. 15c.;, 3 pkts. 35c., % ‘oz. 85c.
2495 Double White. Taller growing, pure white. Excellent cut flower. 2 feet.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.,§1% oz. 60c.
Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 12 to 18 inches.
An old garden favorite, highly prized for its delightful fragrance. The plants resent moving and seed should be sown where they are to bloom.
2497 Breck’s Colossal. Immense spikes of red- dish green. The best for greenhouse use. 1% feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 44 oz. $1.00
2499 Breck’s Selected Giant Machet. Giant spikes of reddish*flower. 11% feet.
Pkt. 15c:; 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 50c.
2501 Goliath. Large intense red spikes. 1 foot.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c.
2503 Old-fashioned Sweet-scented. Free- flowering. 11% feet.
Pkt. LOc., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 35c.
2505 Orange Queen. Fine large orange-red flower spikes. 1 foot.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c.
MIMULUS — Musk Plant Half-hardy Perennial. Flower garden. Trailing. 2514 Moschatus. Grown for its musk-scented
leaves and pale yellow flowers, splashed and dotted with brown. May be used’in hanging pots or window boxes. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
MIRABILIS — Four O’Clock Hardy Annual. Flower garden. 3 feet. 2519 Jalapa, Mixed. Four-o’clocks are well
known old-time garden favorites. The crim- son, pink, white, violet and yellow flowers are often blotched or striped. They remain closed until late afternoon. These bushy, free-flower- ing plants are excellent for temporaryjhedges.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 35c.
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MYOSOTIS — Forget-me-not Hardy Biennial or Perennial. 6 inches.
Beautiful, hardy plants, treasured for their exquisite little flowers. Best treated like Pansies, by sowing in Midsummer and carrying the plants over Winter for early Spring bloom.
2524 Victoria, Blue. Dwarf. Compact plants bearing an abundance of clear blue flowers.
6 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60¢e. 2535 Blue Ball. Compact globular plants, deep
indigo blue. A gem for edging. 6 inches.
Pin 256.0 pikts. O0G. 2539—
Bretteu'Weeds Mixture Of ANNUAL FLOWERS
The annual flower borders of the hotels at Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, are nationally famous. The long beds make vistas of riotous color, enchanting in gay harmony and infinite variety. We annually supply this famous mixture and we recom- mend it unreservedly. It includes only flowers of the choicer types and of medium height, producing a continuous and artistic mass effect.
Large pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c., 4flb. $1.75
i =e og Hardy Annuals. Garden flowers. 8 to 48 inches. . All Marigolds are easy and accommodating plants to grow. oy There is a form for every type of situation and they yield an / “3 j é astonishing show of color in shades of yellow, orange, maroon / oe : and brown, in Summer and Autumn. There are bold, hand- Se ae ; some, tall plants for mixed border plantings and temporary ees hedges as well as dwarf forms suitable for beds, edgings and
window boxes. All are excellent cut flowers. A a Carnation-flowered, Dwarf 2592 Tom Thumb, Golden Crown. A dwarf
form of ‘“‘Guinea Gold” about 15 inches high,
oe) having all the merits of its parent. The bright ea golden yellow flowers are almost as large and x have the same beautiful form. 4 f
' Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.00 t ‘ ~~ 2596 Extra Early Dwarf Hybrids. The -. , earliest of all African type Marigolds.
Very free flowering in a great variety of shades, from clear lemon to the deepest
2g orange. Blooms about 2% inches in di- = ( ameter, almost smother the bushy 18 inch Chrysanthemum flowered plants. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 75c. 2600 Dixie Sunrise. Large brilliant
yellow, ball-shaped blooms, each
et ’ J : : composed of dozens of tiny five-
io | x, » a petaled florets which interlock closely. 31% feet.
: a Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.00 -_ ay 2601 Golden Bedder. Bronze Med- e é al, 1942, A.A.S. A very early flow- > ering Marigold, perhaps the earli- Seameoe 3 ' est of all. The plants form sym- Carnation-flowered “ Yellow Supreme | ¥ » metrical mounds of foliage covered
. < : with masses of golden-orange flow- Double African ‘ ¥ -” > ers, each about 2% inches fadianr
2540 Sunburst, Lemon. Huge balls of tea , { eter. The blooms have a full crest
bloom 4 to 5 inches in diameter, of clear ¢ of tiny florets surrounded by an lemon-yellow. 3 feet. ; outer row of broad guard petals.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 1% oz. 75c. They have fine long stems which
2544 Sunburst, Orange. Immense blooms Sue tas See ae ee 5 inches. ct. 15¢e., 3 pkts. 35c.
forming perfect globes of glowing orange. 2602 Goldsmith Derceriball _ erfect, ball-
3 feet. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c. i 2548 Sunburst, Mixed. Both of the pre- oheped, polbeme nee come £10 | ceding mixed. 5 inches across. The plants grow 18 inches high and are extremely
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 75c. : 2552 Sunset Giants. Gipantic. loosely Me arcuate ee 5 ’ as ing, producing Sto 12stems of excel-
formed flowers with broad, gracefully > eG QF
overlapping petals; sweetly scented. The lent length. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
colors range from deep orange to prim- See ne ee aval ane Howes 7 tals erlace in sucha
rose. Height about 4 feet. Pe. 108.2 pits onee i408 50e. way that their resemblance to a Chrysanthemum is remarkable.
2556 Orange Sunset. A selection from the hedwehtesuieel fall Maricold e lightest color of all Marigolds —a clear soft primrose yellow.
magnificent ‘‘Sunset Giants.’’ Deep lively orange. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 1K oz. 75c. 8 pkts. 35c., “4 oz. 75c Bushy plants 20 inches ligh. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c.
2558 Pot O’Gold. Dwarf, compact plants growing only 12 to 15 inches high and bearing loosely formed, full-centered blooms about 4 inches in diameter. A most penetrating shade of rich golden orange. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c:
A Carnation- flowered Guinea Gold
Double African
Orange Sunset Double French, Scarlet Glow ee
Carnation-flowered, Tall
2560 Gold. Glorious deep orange, double flow- ers, 3% inches across, with long, loosely but artistically arranged petals. It is very free flowering and grows about 21% feet tall. The foliage is odorless.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 144 oz. 60c.
2564 Golden Eagle. An early flowering Mari- gold with fully double, 4 inch flowers of lumi- nous gold. Improved form of ‘‘Guinea Gold,”’ and similar to it in habit and height. 21% feet. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 44 oz. 60c.
2568 Guinea Gold. Superb flowers, 3 inches across of loose-ruffled form and so intensely yellow that they are almost orange. Height 2% feet. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 144 oz. 50c.
2572 Yellow Supreme. Giant perfectly formed flowers with broad, overlapping pet- als, so arranged that the bloom closely re- sembles a Carnation. The color is a soft clear shade of moonlight yellow. Height 21% feet.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 144 oz. 50c.
MARIGOLDS — Double French
606 Butterball. Bronze Medal, 1942 A.A.S. Handsome, uniform little plants bearing scabiosa-like blooms of a clear, bright canary-yellow. The foliage is rich deep green and very dense, and the 114-inch flowers are borne in great profusion.
Butterball starts to bloom early in the season and is excellent for bedding or edging. Excellent, too, asa pot plant. 10 inches. Pkt. l5dc., 3 pkts. 35c. 2608 Harmony. A charming variety bearing unusual Scabiosa-like flowers with
a central crest of deep orange surrounded by a collar of broad, brownish maroon petals. The plants are of a rounded, bushy form and perfectly regular in habit. Very free-flowering. Height 1 foot. Pkt. ldc., 3 pkts. 35c., ly oz. 60c. 2612 Harmony Hybrids. Of the same form and habit as ‘‘Harmony.”’ The flow- ers are composed of several rows of broad outer petals surrounding the crested centers and range in color through shades of yellow, orange or maroon, many with contrasting stripes or blotches. Height I foot. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 2613 Melody. Bronze Medal, 1942 A.A.S. Pure 2616 Yellow Pygmy. A delightful pale lemon-yellow golden-yellow flowers of the Harmony type. Uni- Marigold, of real interest because of its value as an form bushy plants that grow 12 to 15 inches high. edging plant. It grows only 8 inches high and bears They start to flower early in the season and con- quantities of double flowers, 1 inch across, above tinue to bear a luxuriant crop until frost kills them the pleasing green foliage. down. An excellent Marigold for beds and borders. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.00 Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c. anager eof 2614 Scarlet Glow. The brightest red of all—a dis- tinct bright bronzy red changing to rich tangerine.
The blooms are fully double, almost 2 inches across
and are borne profusely. 12 inches. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c. 2615 Spry. A new Marigold of distinctive form and coloring—a light golden orange, crested center sur-
The compact, 9-inch high plants have a Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
oN ss Ze MARIGOLD, YELLOWSTONE | 2605 Yellowstone. Honorable Mention, 1942 A.A.S. Clear, bright golden yellow Chrysanthemum-shaped flowers, 214 inches across and of a color so clean and rich that the blooms radiate an unbelievable bright- ness. The plants are of the same vigorous habit of growth as ‘‘Goldsmith.”” 114 feet. | Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2620 Dwarf Lemon. 1 ft.
2624 Dwarf Mahogany. 1 it.
2628 Dwarf Orange. 1 it.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 4% oz. 40c. 2632 Dwarf Mixed. 1 ft.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c. 2636 Tall, Choice Mixed. 214 ft.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 35c.
MARIGOLD 2607
SUNKIST Silver Medal, 1943 AAS.
A new dwarf double French variety. Six to ten inch plants bearing a multitude of brilliant orange, 11% inch blooms. Flowers early and con- tinuously. An excellent edging plant.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Signata Pumila, Gold Dust See Single French »—>
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c.
Pkt. 10c.-3-pkts. 25c., 44 oz. 40c:
Double African,
Single French 2642 Canary Bird. 12 inch plants
bearing pretty single flowers of pure, solid yellow. Very effective as a bedding or edging plant. Pkt, lOc: 3 pkts. 25c;, 44 0z.40c: 2644 Fire Cross. Effective single flowers of light orange with crimson- maroon blotch in the center. Height 1 ft. Pkt.i0c., 3 pkts.25c., 4 0z.40c. 2648 Flaming Fire. Well branched plants, 2 feet tall, bearing large, single blooms varying from flaming red to red and yellow with contrast- ing patterns of these same colors like the ever-changing colors of a flame. PECRUSCao Dkts. GOCE SA O25 JOC: 2652 Legion of Honor. (Little Brownie). Golden yellow with brown centers. 1 foot. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 4% oz. 40c. 2660 Signata pumila. Not really a French Marigold but a dwarf plant of similar habit with miniature or- ange-yellow flowers in profuse abun- dance. Fragrant foliage. 9 inches. PEtl0Gs, Si piktss 2oCn) yenOz. DUC. 2664 Signata pumila, Gold Dust. Beautiful, fern-like foliage, literally
smothered with beautiful, little, two-toned golden yellow flowers.
Very compact, rounded plants, ideal for edging. 9 inches. ; Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.00
Winter Flowering
These Marigolds are valuable for Winter use in the greenhouse. They provide continuous bloom for cutting over a long period.
2668 Lieb’s. Long-stemmed blooms of mahogany-red with golden yel- low crested centers. 21% feet.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2672 Lieb’s Winter Sunshine. Simi- lar to the above in habit, but the blooms are bright golden orange with yellow centers. 214 feet.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
NASTURTIUM (Tropaeolum) Half-hardy Annual. Garden flowers. 1 to 10 feet.
Few plants reward the grower more liberally with beauty and downright pleasure than Nas- turtiums. Their fragrant flowers are most freely produced and have many merits for cutting. The tall or trailing varieties are excellent for scrambling over stone piles, trellises, etc., and the dwarf types are splendid for bedding and edging. For best results plant in a rather poor soil in a sunny location.
Semi-Double 2680 Golden Gleam. A variety which has cap- tured the imagination of the world. The bril- liant, golden-yellow flowers are produced in unbelievable abundance. They are sweetly scented and fully double. Pkt lOenoz a2 ocan asl brave 2683 Indian Chief. Brilliant scarlet, dark foli- age. Pkt. 15c., oz. 50¢., 144 lb. $1.50 2684 Moon Gleam. Light golden cream. Pkt. 15¢5,02..50¢:, Yelb. $1.50 2686 Supreme. Salmon-cerise. Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., 14 Ib. $1.00 2689 Salmon Gleam. Delicate golden salmon. Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., 44 Ib. $1.00 2692 Scarlet Gleam. Fiery scarlet. Bkts lOch 0Z12DCy eA) ID. (oe 2695 Glorious Gleam Hybrids. An exquisite mixture of brilliant shades. Pkt l0em oz. 2o0c. 48 lb oC.
26961 COLLECTION, 6 varieties Double). 55c.
(Semi-
Semi-Double, Dwarf Well-formed and delicately sweet-scented double flowers, borne profusely on plants that are uniformly dwarf and compact. 1 foot.
2700 Golden Globe. Bright golden yellow. Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., 44 lb. $1.00 2703 Golden Rose. Deep rosy orange, dark leaves. Pkt. 25c., 02. 75c., 44 Ib. $2.25 2706 Mahogany Gem. Dark rich mahogany- red. Pkts 15¢,,0z. 50, 4 Ib. $1.50 2709 Salmon Gem. Soft golden salmon. Pkt. 15c., oz. 50c., 14 lb. $1.50 2712 Scarlet Empress. Deep scarlet, very dark foliage. PEtd5e 070 0G ae bad 0) 2715 Gem Mixture. Excellent color range. Pkt. 10c:, oz. 35c:, 44 Ib. $1.00
27181 COLLECTION, 5 varieties (Semi- Double dwarf). 65c.
Single, Dwarf Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., 44 Ib. 50c. 2725 Amber White 2733 Ruby Rose
2727 Dark Scarlet 2735 Salmon 2729 Golden, Dark- 2737 Dwarf Rainbow leaved Mixture
2731 Purple-Garnet
27381 COLLECTION, 6 colors (Dwarf), 50c.
Single, Tall PEt? lOc, oz 20e, 24 Ib. 50c:
2740 Amber White 2748 Rose
2742 Crimson 2750 Scarlet
2744 Golden Orange 2752 Tall Rainbow 2746 Purple-Garnet Mixture
27531 COLLECTION, 6 colors (Tall), 50c.
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Nigella, Miss Jekyll
NEMESIA STRUMOSA
Hardy Annuals. Garden or greenhouse. 8 to 12 in.
Very beautiful, quick-growing, early blooming annuals, both for bedding and cool greenhouse culture. They bear large heads of colorful blooms which give a brilliant display over a long period.
Tall Varieties
Splendid for mass bedding or pot-culture with long flower stems for cutting. Height 1 foot. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2761 Rose 2763 Choice Mixed
2755 Blue 2757 Cherry Red 2759 Orange
Dwarf Varieties
A dwarfer and more compact type for bedding or pot-culture. Height 8 inches. Pkt, 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2772 White Queen 2774 Triumph Mixed
2766 Blue Gem 2768 Fire King 2770 Orange Prince
<« Golden Gleam
NEMOPHILA — Love Grove | Hardy Annuals 1 foot,
Charming, quick-growing annuals of spread- ing habit with inch-wide flowers in delicate | colors, on stems less than 1 foot high.
2780 Insignis (Baby Blue Eyes). blue flowers with white centers.
Pkt. 10c.,:3 pkts. 25c., oz. 75c.
2782 Mixed. A pretty mixture; shades of blue, purple and white.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 75c. NEPETA
Hardy Perennials. Border or rockery. 18 inches.
Prostrate, mounded plants of the Catnip family; aromatic foliage. Excellent for edging.
2787 Mussini. Clusters of bluish mauve flowers, all Summer. Blue-gray foliage. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c
NICOTIANA — Flowering Tobacco
Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 15 to 36 inches.
Deliciously fragrant flowers with long, slender tubes and five-pointed, starry faces. The foli- age is large, bright green and velvety, somewhat resembling that of tobacco. No flower is more valuable for its penetrating fragrance in the garden at night.
2794 Breck’s Snowstorm. Dainty variety of the greatest value in all gardens, large or small. Forms low rosettes of foliage with showery sprays of small, snow white, starry flowers. Delightfully fragrant. Fine for cutting. En- tirely different from the hybrids of Affinis and Sanderae. Height 18 inches.
Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
2796 Crimson Bedder. The rich, lustrous, wine-red blooms are borne in great profusion. Plants are of dwarf, pyramidal habit, 15 to 18 inches high and are therefore valuable for mass bedding or for planting in small groups.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 85c.
2798 Affimis. The old-fashioned Star of Bethle- hem. Pure white. 3 feet.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 35c.
2800 Affinis Hybrids. Pink, white, crimson and intermediate shades. 3 feet.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 45c.
2802 Sanderae, Crimson King. Dark velvety crimson. 3 feet.
Pkt. 10c., 3. pkts. 25c., 144 oz. 50c.
2804 Sanderae, Pink Shades. An exquisite blending of pink and rose shades. 3 feet.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c.
2806 Sanderae Hybrids. Glorious mixture of all colors. 3 feet.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. -25c.,
Flower garden.
Clear
4 oz. 35c,
Nicotiana affinis
It’s Easy to Grow Your
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NiIEREMBERGIA — Cup Flower
Treat as Annual. Garden flowers. 6 inches.
Graceful plants of compact growth, with large, cup-shaped flowers. Start the seed indoors for early Summer bloom.
2815 Caerulea. The lovely lavender-blue flow- ers with contrasting yellow throats emerge from a cushion of light green foliage and are in constant bloom until Fall. Splendid for the rock garden. Pict. LOC oapKtgao0c:
2816 Purple Robe. Bronze Medal, 1942 AAS. A fine violet-blue color, several shades deeper than “‘caerulea.”’ ‘‘Purple Robe’ is a low cushion-like plant, with a spread of 8 inches. It blooms in about 15 weeks after sowing and remains in flower until frost kills it down. A grand edging plant for the sunny border. 6 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
NIGELLA — Love-in-a-Mist
Hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 18 inches.
Fine, old-fashioned garden annuals with curi- ous double flowers, nestled in feathery bright green foliage. The flowers last well when cut and are most attractive in mixed bouquets.
2824 Miss Jekyll, Blue. Deep rich blue. PEtelocs o pkts, ooC) 4..0z4 00C. 2826 Miss Jekyll, White. White form of the above. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 35c. 2828 Mixed. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 35c.
OENOTHERA — Evening Primrose
Hardy Perennial. Flower garden. 1 foot.
2832 Missouriensis. An excellent low trailer, producing many large, bright yellow, Poppy- like flowers all Summer. Extremely showy and easy to grow. Splendid in the rock garden.
Pita loc 3 pKts,ooc:, 1\/ 16%0z.-85c.
PENTSTEMON -— Bearded-Tongue
Hardy Perennials. Garden flowers. 1 to 3 feet.
Fine plants for the perennial border bearing graceful, wiry spikes of slender, long, tubular flowers. The foliage is light green and the plants have an airy, graceful appearance. They bloom during July and August. A Winter covering is advisable in New England.
2844 Blue Gem. Of slender growth with nar- row foliage and brilliant blue flowers. 11% feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2845 Cobaea. Sturdy, erect plants bearing large, showy purplish blooms. Attractive, glossy foliage. Rikte2ocwo pets a0. 2848 Glaber, Blue. Fine large trusses of bright blue blossoms. The plant is dwarf and com- pact. 12 to1€ inches. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c. 2850 Sensation Mixed. Large, Gloxinia-shaped blooms varying from pure white through pinks to crimson and from lavender to purple. The plants are free-flowering and strong. 2 feet. PRt-25c;, 3 pkts- 60c.
Own Pansies—and Profitable Too!! 57
VUCUCATEA CADUCEUS eee ese eee
_ Sow the seed in shallow drills or broadcast over the surface as thinly as possible. as lightly as possible (no more than ¥ inch) and then press surface firmly with a flat board.
They are at their best during the cool days of early Spring
Cover just Protect
the seed bed with some such material as cheese cloth to shelter it from the sun and showers and as soon as the seeds begin to sprout, raise this covering on stakes so that it will hang a few inches above the plants. As soon as the seedlings are large enough to handle, thin out or transplant far enough apart so that they will not crowd each other. Transplant to their permanent positions in September.
Brecht atin Prize Mixed
2861 Variety of flower-form, kaleidoscopic color-range, compactness of plant habit and resistance to drought are the out- standing characteristics of this prize- winning strain of truly Giant Pansies.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. $1.00 |
Roggli’s Swiss Giants
The Genuine Original Strain imported from Switzerland. A superb group of Pansies pro- ducing huge flowers of the peculiar Swiss type. Brightly colored and borne on long, erect stems.
2864 Alpengluhn. Beautiful brownish red with darker eye. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 2867 Berna. Deep velvety violet, without eye. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 2870 Blumlisalp (New). Brilliant rose-carmine with a dark eye. REtavocere Dktsenpile yi 2873 Eiger. Brilliant deep yellow with dark brown eye. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 2876 Goldgelbe. Huge blooms of pure golden yellow with no markings.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts) $1.25 2879 Jungfrau. A wonderful large pure white. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 2882 Thunersee. Beautiful gentian-blue with dark eye. The finest blue Pansy in existence. Pkt. 50c.; 3 pkts. $1.25
2885 Roggli’s Swiss Giant Mixture. Pkt. 50c.,.3 pkts. $125
colossal.
——— Brecht Century of Pragres4, Mixe
2858 The painstaking care that has been given this mixture of super-Pansies convinces us that comparison with any other strain is utterly useless. The mixture has purposely been restricted to comparatively few colors, and each type of flower represented has undergone careful selection for gigantic size, texture and individual beauty.
Superb Mastodon
A magnificent strain of immense Pansies cov- ering a wide assortment of self-colors as well as interesting color-combinations and shadings.
2887 Adonis, Improved. Shades of light blue and lavender; many with ruffled edges. Pkt 35e4%8 piktss5c:, 1/16 oz: $1.50 2893 Bronze. Very large flowers in many shades. Pkt. 25c.,°3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. $1.00 2896 Coronation Gold. Handsome large pure yellow. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25, 1/16 oz. $2.00 2899 Elk’s Purple. Immense blooms; a perfect self-color. Pkt. 25c:, 3 pkts. 60c., 1/16.02z. $1.00 2902 Giant White. A very large, all-white Pansy. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. $1.00 2905 Golden Gate. A monster; golden yellow with dark center. Pkt: 35c., 3 pkts: 85c., 1/16 oz. $1.50 2908 Isabelle. Ruffled, bronze and yellow. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts.-85c., 1/16 oz. $1.50 2917 Mile. Irene. A new henna-red shade. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c., 1/16 oz. $1.50 2923 Superb Mastodon Mixture. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. $1.00
Trimardeau
2927 Choice Mixed. A very popular, large- flowered strain in a wide variety of fine colors. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. $1.00
Giant Winter-Flowering
2929 Choice Mixture. Gigantic blooms in a wide variety of shades and colorings, borne on sturdy 12-inch stems. The plants will grow to a height of 3 feet if supported. If sown in July, they will bloom from December on, in a cool greenhouse. Pkt. $2.00
The blooms are truly PK. foc pkts. $1.75
: Treat as Hardy Annuals.
or Lvery Garden
Garden flowers. 9 to 18 inches
Petunias, in general, are too well known to need any description. There are, however, an endless number of new and charming colors and forms to add to the interest in these in- dispensable garden flowers. Petunias are really half-hardy perennials and the seed which falls from the plants will often endure the Winter and germinate the following Spring, but the best Petunias are grown from fresh seed sown in the early Spring. They bloom from early Summer
until late Fall. Single Bedding
2963 Flaming Velvet. Velvety blood-red flow- ers. A really outstanding variety. 18 inches. Pkt. 5c 3 pkts. Soe:
2966 Hollywood Star. Clearly defined, five- pointed, star-like blooms of rich rose with just
a touch of amber in their throats. 18 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 1/16 oz. $1.00
2969 Howard’s Star. Rich rosy crimson with a
2972 Radiance. Silver Medal, 1941 A.A-S. Very brilliant and rich rose, or cerise with brown, veined yellowish throat. Blooms early and very profusely; plants of uniform height and branching nicely. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2975 Topaz Rose. The color is a fiery rose, delicately suffused with gold; with a topaz throat. An extremely vivid and handsome bloom. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.25
2978 Choice Mixed. A very complete and col-
orful mixture of bedding Petunias. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 65c.
pure white star in the center. 18 inches. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., % oz. 50c.
Petunia, All Double, Rosy Carmine
Giant Ruffled
2930 Breck’s Ruffled Giants, Mixed. Gigan- tic blooms of fantastic shape, brilliantly col- ored and richly veined in the throats. 18 inches Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
2933 Dwarf Giants of California. Excellent compact plants with gloriously ruffled, colorful flowers, richly mottled and veined. Fine for pot culture. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 2935 Glamour. The color is a rich salmon-rose, with soft tan veining in the creamy, wide-open throat. Blooms freely from early summer until frost. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
Giant Flowered, Singie
2942 Breck’s White Giant. A magnificent Petunia; exceptionally large flowers of pure snowy white. 18inches. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
2945 Dainty Lady. Large, delicately fringed blooms of creamy white. Widely advertised as the first yellow Petunia. 18 inches.
Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts: 85e:
2951 Dwarf Elk’s Pride. Very large, wavy, dark purple blooms on really dwarf plants. 12 inches. PEt. 50e2 3 pktss $1225
2953 Dwarf Pink Glory. Brilliant rose-pink. Very large, handsome blooms on compact, dwarf plants. 10 to 12 inches.
PEt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85e.
2955 Lace Veil. Pure white, large fringed blooms, very free-flowering. 12 inches.
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2956 Purple Prince. Immense, deep violet blooms with slightly waved edges. The best available substitute for ‘‘Breck’s Velvety Violet,” which, because of the war, is not available this year. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
2957 Setting Sun. Immense, single fringed flowers of a very brilliant rose color; almost carmine-rose. Dwarf bushy plants about 10 inches high.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2960 Velvet Ball. Round, compact, ball-shaped plants about 8 inches high,
covered with large, velvety blood-red blooms. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
Petunia, Single Bedding, Radiance Petunia, Balcony Mixed
Dwarf Bedding
2981 Cream Star. Silver Medal, 1940 A.A.S. The color is cream deepening to golden yellow in the throat and the blooms are in the form of five-pointed stars. 12 inches tall. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2984 First Lady. Beautiful, clear, light pink blooms, 21% inches across on uniformly shaped plants. Silver Medal, 1939 A.A.S.
; Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
2987 Glow. Silver Medal, 1939, A.A.S. A dwarf compact, ball- shaped plant bearing bright rose-red flowers. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 2990 Hamlet. Deep violet of truly royal splendor; medium sized flowers of perfect form. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.25 2993 Heavenly Blue. Compact plants bearing masses of light, silver-blue flowers. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 2999 Martha Washington. Delicately ruffled blush-pink flowers, wide open centers, veined wine-red and deepening to violet in the throats. Very dwarf and compact. 9 inches. Pkt. ldc., 3 pkts. 35c. 3000 Periwinkle. Large five-pointed flowers of a clear vivid-blue shade. An extremely profuse bloomer. Compact plants. 12 inches. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
3002 Rose of Heaven. A clear deep shade of rich Pea Excel- . : Be, of f : ; a i lent, compact habit. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., % oz. 75c. at i my ft ca. : . ; 3005 Rosy Morn. Rose-pink with white throat. A very popular : : A be sort. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 1% oz. 85c.
3008 Salmon Supreme. A handsome shade of soft salmon-pink. The loveliest color imaginable. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 3011 Snowball. Beautiful pure satiny white. Neat, compact habit. : Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 1 oz. 75c.
3014 Mixed. <A splendid mixture of many Shades and colorings. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 1% oz. 65c.
Dwarf Bedding Salmon Supreme
Balcony Petunias
A low, trailing type of Petunia par- ticularly useful in window boxes as well as for formal beds and edging.
3047 Brilliant Rose.
Pkt. 10c.,3 pkts. 25c., 1/16 oz. $1.00 3050 Cornflower Blue.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35¢., 1/16 oz. $1.50 3053 Pure White.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 1/16 oz. $1.50 3056 Velvety Red.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c,, 1/16 oz. $2.00 3059 Violet Blue.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 1/16 oz. $1.50 3062 Choice Mixed.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25¢., 1% oz. $1.25
Giant Double Flowering
3085 Rose Queen. Lovely fringed and ruffled flowers of exquisite rose- pink. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
3087 Madonna. Large flowers of the purest white, elegantly frilled and
fringed. Pkt. 50c/, 3 pkts. $1.25 3089 Mixed Colors. Exceptionally Z Li : : fine. Remarkable gigantic blooms Single Bedding Flaming Velvet
of the finest texture. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
All Double Victorious
Magnificent fringed and ruffled blooms. The only strain which will produce practically 100 per cent double flowers. Height 10 inches.
3092 Blue Brocade. Silver Medal, 1941, A.A.S. Dwarf, stocky plants with giant, fully double deeply fringed blooms of true violet blue; a deep rich shade.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
3095 Gaiety. Large frilled, double blooms; light rose-red and white.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
3098 Loveliness. Immense double
clear pink blooms, deeply frilled. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
3102 Orchid Beauty. Semi-double and double blooms of light lilac heavily veined with deeper lilac or violet. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
3105 Rosy Carmine. Huge, fully double, fringed flowers; often de- scribed as the ‘Queen of all Petunias.”’ Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
3108 White Victorious. Handsome clear white double fringed blooms.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
3111 Dwarf Victorious Mixed. AI
colors. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
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PETUNIAS ce eaty % grow
Outstanding among garden flowers. Few are more colorful and useful and none are easier to grow. The plants are hardy; seeds may be sown as early in the Spring as the ground is workable; the seedlings transplant easily and from early Summer until late Fall they bear a glori- ous profusion of large, handsome blooms.
One precaution: the seeds are very fine and must not be buried. Simple scatter them over the surface of well pre- pared and finely pulverized soil and gently press them into the ground with a flat board. Deep planting is usu- ally the rea- son for dis- appoint- ment.
Petunias Flower Incessantly Ail Summer Long
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Honorable Mention, 1942 A.A.S.
The blooms are deeply ruffled and are of the “Giants of Califor- nia’’ type. The color is a rich sal- mon-rose, with soft tan veining on a creamy buff background deep in the wide-open throat. It begins to bloom early in the summer and continues to flower freely and with- out lapse until frost checks it late in the fall. ‘‘Glamour”’ is illus- trated here in full color—a true re- production of a direct color photo- graph taken in our trial grounds. It really is the richest colored and the most gloriously beautiful Petunia that we have ever seen.
“Pkt. 35¢
60 Peerless Poppy Mixture—Colorful and Sure to Please
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PHACELIA
Half-hardy Annuals. Edging and Rockery 9 to 12 inches
Attractive, low plants with handsome foliage and clusters of showy, bell-shaped flowers. They are quick growing and among the earliest annuals to flower, remaining in bloom a long time. Excel- lent edging plants and fine for the rockery.
3118 Campanularia. (California Blue Bell). Vivid gentian-blue flowers, lightened with white stamens. 9 inches. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
3120 Parryi (Cup Phacelia). Rich deep violet.
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PHLOX — Annual Half-hardy Annual. Garden flowers. 6 to 12 inches
These superb garden favorites planted in beds or massed in the border, will make an amazing show of brilliant colors from July through September.
Drummondi, Gigantea
3124 Giant Art Shades. A fine strain; large flowers with distinctive eyes. This grand mix- ture has a most wonderful color range of soft art shades. 1 foot.
Pkt 15. o pkts. aoc. 26 Oz. Soc:
3125 Giant Red Glory. The richest and bright- est color of all, intense red with a sharply contrasting white eye.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
3126 Giant Rosy Morn. Bronze medal 1941, A.A.S. Brilliant rose with white eye; a similar color combination to that found in the long popular Petunia Rosy Morn.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
3127 Giant Salmon Glory. Beautiful large flowers of pure salmon-pink, with a distinct, creamy-white eye. 1 foot.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Drummondi, Tall
Gay, bright and very floriferous. Splendid type for bedding. 1 foot. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 3130 Blood Red 3138 Salmon-pink 3132 Blush Pink 3140 Scarlet, White Eye 3134 Pure White 3142 Yellow 3136 Purple 3144 Mixed
Drummondi, Dwarf Especially valuable for edgings and low, com- pact formal beds. 6 inches. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c. 3152 Pure White 3158 Violet 3156 Scarlet 3160 Yellow 3162¥Choice Mixed. All colors.
PH YSALIS — Chinese Lantern
Ornamental seed pods 2 feet 3174 Francheti. Grown exclusively for its brilliant, orange-red seed vessels, which are extremely effective in vases when dried, re- taining their color all Winter. In some locali- ties these fine plants prove perennial, but as their hardiness is dubious, we recommend an- nual sowings outdoors in early April. Picts 25Cima picte. 0G:
PLAT YCODON -— Balloon Flower Hardy Perennial. Garden flowers. 1 to 2 feet
Bushy plants with beautiful blooms on wiry, erect stems. In the bud stage, the flowers are like inflated balloons, opening to handsome flar- ing blue or white bells. They begin flowering in the middle of June and continue throughout the Summer.
3184 Grandiflorum caeruleum. Large, showy deep blue flowers. 2 feet. Pkt, l0e% 3 pkts; 25c), 24024 51-00 3186 Grandiflorum album. White-flowered form of the above. Pke. 10e, o pkts, 25ce2) 4 oz. $1.00 3188 Mariesii. A beautiful dwarf, compact va- riety with broad leaves and large, deep violet- blue flowers. 1 foot. Pict= 15s oLpkts: Goce 4 Oz8 L.00
POPPY — Annual Hardy Annual. Garden flowers. 1 to 3 feet
For sheer grace of habit and dainty, silky tex- ture of petals, no flower can come within miles of the annual Poppy. The modern strains abound in delicate tints and unexpected hues, much daintier, softer and more exquisitely lovely than the old types. Sow the seed very early in Spring, where the plants are to bloom, as they cannot be transplanted successfully.
3205 Farquhar’s Peerless Mixture. A wonder- ful blend of single and double Poppies in a be- wildering range of colors, including delicate tints as well as dazzling hues. Superb for broadcasting or naturalizing for spectacular garden effects. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., oz. 75c.
Single 3208 Breck’s Selected Shirley, Mixed. Shirley Poppies are exquisitely beautiful with their broad, silky frilled flowers. Many are flecked and edged with contrasting colors. Special care is taken to include all the newer tints and art shades which are so delicate and lovely. Pkt 10c3) 8 pikkts) 25e)) 02. 75c. 3211 Shirley, Deep Apricot. A rich shade of apricot-salmon. PRE 5earo pktsaooce Oza pik 25) 3214 Shirley, Picotee. Snow-white with pico- tee edge of crimson. Pkt; 10c¢), 3 pkts, 25e%, oz. $1.00 3217 Shirley, Wild Rose. Clear, wild-rose pink. Very lovely. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., oz. $1.25 3220 Flanders Field. A selection from the bril- liant wild Field-Poppy of Belgium and Fland- ers. Glowing orange-scarlet, black centers. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. $1.00
Double
3225 Breck’s Superb Double, Mixed. A mar- velous mixture of beautiful all-double flowers in an astonishing range of colors.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 50c.
3228 Sweet Briar. Deep rose-pink. A splendid variety. Pkt. 15c.,3: pkts. 35e., 4 oz. 60c:
Treat as Annual
ICELAND POPPY
3263 Yellow Wender
Blooms of a texture as exquisite as the
plants are vigorous. A truly wonderful Poppy in the garden and as lovely-when cut. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., % oz. $1.25
Poppy Aipinum — Alpine Poppy Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 6 to 10 inches 3258 Mixed. Charming, compact plants with
tufted foliage and silky orange, yellow and
cream flowers poised on 6 to 10 inch stems.
Superb for the rock-garden. Pkt. 25c. 3 pkts. 60c.
Poppy Nudicaule — Iceland Poppy Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 18 to 30 in.
Extremely beautiful plants, flowering in June and throughout the Summer. Tufted clumps, from which graceful stems bear aloft, large silky flowers of the most delicate and fragile appear- ance.
3263 Amurense, Yellow Wonder. Long- stemmed, large flowers of bright buttercup yellow. 2 feet.
Pkt. 25c. 3, pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.25
3269 Coonara Pink Hybrids. Exquisite shades of rose and pink. 1% feet.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.00
3272 Emperor. Large, rich, tangarine orange flowers. 114 feet.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.00
3275 Red Cardinal. Rich, deep, cardinal red blooms, with golden stamens. Intensely bril- liant. 114 feet. Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
3278 White Emperor. Glistening white. 1% feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., % oz. $1.25
3281 Sunbeam Mixed. A fine mixture of many lovely colors. 2 feet.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.00
3285 Breck’s Selected Giants, Mixed. A truly giant strain, 214 feet high with strong, long stems and immense flowers.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.00
Poppy Orientale — Oriental Poppy Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 30 to 48 in.
The most gorgeous of all Poppies. Their enormous blooms and rich, brilliant colorings are startling in the garden, especially when planted among shrubs or in front of evergreens.
3289 Beauty of Livermere. Enormous dark crimson flowers with glistening black centers.
4 feet. Pkt? 15c.5.0 pkKtsh o5e: 3292 Mrs. Perry. Beautiful salmon-pink. One
of the finest. 3 feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 3295 Orientale. Enormous blooms of the
brightest crimson-scarlet with black central blotches. 3 feet. Pkt. 10c., 3’ pkts. 25c. 3298 Perry’s White. Immense satiny white flowers with a crimson blotch at the base of each petal. 2% feet. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 3301 Orientale Hybrids, Mixed. A wide range of the finest colors. Immense blooms. 3 feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
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PORTULACA — Rose of Mexico Hardy Annuals. Bedding, edging, rockery. 6 inches
The Rose of Mexico is a beautiful, quick“grow- ing plant perfectly at home in hot, dry, sunny situations. The thick, succulent moss-like foliage is almost hidden by glistening single or double, rose-like blooms all Summer. Superb for ground covers after Spring bulbs have died down.
Single-Flowered
A glorious display of blooms in a wide range of the most brilliant colorings.
3320 Mixed Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
Double-Flowered
Miniature ‘‘rose-buds’’ opening to gorgeous double blooms of the most brilliant shades.
3325 Mixed Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
PRIMULA — Hardy Primrose
Hardy Perennials. Garden flowers. 6 to 24 inches
Hardy Primroses are among the loveliest of Spring-flowering plants. The graceful clusters of small, dainty blossoms are rare gems for bedding designs in the May garden. They are not diffi- cult to grow if planted in good, rich soil in par- tially shaded spots and given plenty of moisture. Light protection in the Winter is advisable.
3330 Vulgaris (acaulis). English Primrose. Charming light yellow flowers in clusters. Fine for naturalizing in woodlands. 6 inches.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
3332 Auricula alpina, Mixed. Attractive rosettes of thick, downy leaves with umbels of clustered, fragrant flowers in interesting dark shades, each marked with a conspicuous eye. 8 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
3334 Japonica, Mixed (Japanese Primrose). A tall, noble Primula with long, slender, erect stems which carry several clustered whorls of lovely flowers. The colors vary from lilac and rich blood red through pinks to white. 2 feet.
Pict 2De4 0 Dts. 60c:
3336 Polyanthus Giant, Mixed. Rosettes of rough foliage and clusters of handsome, large, fragrant flowers in shades of cream, yellow, dark orange and white. A popular variety for garden purposes. 10 inches.
Pkt. 35c., 3 pkts. 85c.
3338 Veris, Mixed (Cowslip). Clusters of droop- ing flowers ranging in color from rich red and
deep yellow through soft yellow and cream to white. 6 inches. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
GREENHOUSE PRIMULAS
Greenhouse. Pot plants. 8 to 18 inches
Primulas are among our most important Win- ter-blooming plants. Fine subjects for a cool house or conservatory.
3343 Kewensis. Free-flowering hybrid, with fragrant bright yellow flowers and handsome, bright green foliage. 11% feet.
Pkt o0cy oe Dkts. pleco
Malacoides
Since ‘‘Fairy Primroses’’ were introduced they have steadily gained in popularity and have be- come great favorites. The graceful plants flower freely and remain in full bloom a long time. 11% feet.
3345 Erikssoni, Brilliancy. The flowers open lavender-pink, and change to brilliant red. Pict oCeronp ktsummilee
Beautiful true pink. Pkte (en Sapktsa ples 3349 Erikssoni, Snow King. The finest pure
white variety. Pkts 75c., 0 pkts. $1.75
3353 Double, Fairy Jewels. The attractive double, rich rose-pink flowers literally smother the plant with bloom. Pkt. $1.50
3347 Erikssoni, Pink.
Obconica Gigantea
Highly prized as pot-plants for conservatory or house decoration. Handsome, large sprays of exquisite colors. 1 foot.
3366 Mixed Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 Sinensis (Chinensis)
The lovely fringed Chinese Primrose. A su- perb strain with massive flowers and beautiful, deep green, serrated leaves. 9 inches.
3380 Mixed Pkt. 75c., 3 pkts. $1.75
Stellata
The ‘‘Star’’ Primula is a favorite form of P. sinensis. Greatly admired for its loose, graceful sprays and beautiful clear colors. 9 inches.
3393 Mixed Pkt. 75c., 3 pkts. $1.75
PYRETHRUM — Golden Feather
Treat as Annual. Ornamental foliage. 12 inches 3400 Aureum. A fine, low edging plant with finely cut, bright yellow, fern-like foliage.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. $1.00
Pyrethrum, Singie and Doubte
PYRETHRUM — Painted Daisy
Hardy Perennials. Garden flowers. 2 feet
June-blooming, single and double, Daisies of the Chrysanthemum family, with long, graceful stems and attractive, ferny foliage. Flowers are extremely showy in the garden; superb for cutting. 3405 Single Scarlet. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35e: 3408 Single Mixed. RKC ler oapktss soc: 3410 Single and Double Mixed. Selected from
the finest types. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
RICINUS = Castor Oil Plant
Half-hardy Annual. Foliage plants. 5 to 10 feet Ormamental foliage plants which have a most exotic appearance in northern gardens. They grow quickly from seed and attain astonishing heights, producing foliage of tropical effect and curious, spiny clusters of flowers and seeds. An abundance of water and generous feeding is necessary to produce tall plants. 3414 Borboniensis. Large, dark green foliage and stems. Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., 14 lb. $1.00 3416 Sanguineus. Tall, with red stems and reddish purple foliage. Pkt» 10c2907..39C.,224 Ibs $1.00 3418 Zanzibarensis Mixed. Enormous leaves varying in color from light green to brownish purple. Pkt. 10e., oz. 25c., 14 Ib. 75e:
Ricinus
Castor Oil Plants as Pesticides
Apart from the fact that Castor Oil Plants (Ricinus) are valuable for creating tropical effects in the garden, it is of interest to note that some peo- ple hold the definite belief that mosquitoes will not remain in the vicinity of these plants. This theory suggests planting them around piazzas and porches where they are always ornamental. We do not vouch for the correctness of this theory, but the fact remains that Castor Oil Plants are rarely troubled by insect pests. One exception to this has, however, come to our notice, when several years ago, Japanese beetles attacked a group of the plants in a vegetable garden. Ignoring all else, the beetles swarmed on the plants and thousands of dead beetles beneath proved the lethal character of the 1 meal they had eaten.
Again, it has repeatedly been brought to our at- tention that Castor Beans placed in their runs will eliminate moles. One gardener, to prove that moles will eat the beans, caught one of these rodents and placed it in a barrel of soil with several of the beans. The beans were eaten and the mole was found dead a day or two later.
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Half-hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 3 feet.
An aristocratic member of the Petunia family. Erect branching plants with funnel-shaped flow- ers of velvety texture, so intricately crimped, veined and modified by overlaying colors that they seem to be stamped from iridescent metal. For early bloom, sow the seeds indoors in March, but the plants will bloom nicely if seed is sown outside as soon as the ground is warm.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. $1.00 3445 Light Blue and 3457 Scarlet and Gold
Gold 3460 Velvety Red 3448 Primrose 3463 Velvety Violet 3451 Purple and Gold 3466 Violet and Gold 3454 Rosy Crimson 3469 White and Gold
and Gold 3472 Mixed
34731 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, 75c.
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Rudbeckia, My Joy
SAINTPAULIA
RUDBECKIA — Annual (Coneflower) : : SALVIA — Sage eee ap : African Violet : 5 Hardy Annuals. Garden plants. 14 to 8 feet. : : Treat as Annuals. Flower garden. 11% to 8 feet. Bright, Daisy-shaped annuals which grow Greenhouse. Pot plant. 6 inches.
quickly from seed, blooming during the Summer 3440 lonantha. Charming little pot Be tall spikes of showy flowers and pCnaS ae foliage and Fall. The neat, compact plants are extremely make a striking display of color all Summer until cut down
attractive in the border. Excellent for cutting. by frost. They are fine for bedding and for the border. The 3420 Golden Sunset. Showy, large, golden- red flowering varieties planted in front of tall shrubs or
plants for house and conservatory decoration. Large leaves resembling
yellow flowers with a chestnut central zone. Ungse of Glomus anid Drorusionse: amid evergreens are extremely effective. Too rich a 114 feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 4% oz. 50c. rich violet-blue flowers with golden Ales ; pone dow 3424 Kelvedon Star. Deep golden-yellow, with rere Pkt. 75c., 3 pkts. $1.75 soil promotes vigorous growth, but tew flowers.
dark brown center, surrounded by a zone of deep mahogany. Single and semi-double flow- ers on long stems. Splendid for cutting. 21 feet. Peta oer Oo piktss oC e074 oC. 3428 My Joy. A most attractive variety. Large, deep golden-yellow ray florets with a striking, rich, dark maroon cone. 11/4 feet. RPikt, 5c.) 3ipktssoc., 46 02. (oc: 3429 Starlight. Large, semi-double and double flowers, primrose yellow with the base of the petals and central zone rich mahogany. 3 feet. Peiw2ocsso pkts..00cs
3480 Farinacea. Long spikes of exquisite, soft lavender- blue; gray-green foliage. 3 feet. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. $1.00 3483 Farinacea, Blue Bedder. Glorious wedgwood blue. A compact variety, excellent for bedding. 2 feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., oz. $1.50 3486 Farinacea, Royal Blue. A richer shade of deep blue than the lovely Farinacea. The long, graceful flower spikes and powdery gray foliage make a beautiful show- ing in the garden and are extremely effective combined with other plants. 3 feet. Pkts50ce 3 pktsadilezs 3492 Splendens. The well-known popular Scarlet Sage. Vivid scarlet. 3 feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. $1.00 3495 Splendens, Bonfire. An improved Scarlet Sage, of dwarfer habit, with an abundance of blazing red flowers. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.7 4 oz: $1.50 3498 Splendens, Harbinger. A very early flowering va- riety of dwarf, compact habit. Brilliant scarlet. 1% feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.50
SALVIA — Perennial Hardy Perennial. Border plants. 2 to 31% feet.
3504 Azurea grandiflora. Slender plants with long spikes of exquisite azure-blue flowers in August and September. 3% feet. Pkts25c., 3 pkts260e:
SALVIA a ae SANVITALIA — Trail ; ROYAL BLUE Hardy Annual. eee ZAI:
Edging and rockery. 6 inches. 3486 Long, graceful flow- 3510 Procumbens fl. pl. A superb edging and ground- . z cover plant, with handsome dark foliage and low, trailing er spikes of rich, deep branches; covered throughout the season with an enor- . mcus number of tiny, double, deep yellow Zinnia-like
blue standing above flowers which last for weeks without fading. handsome, powdery- Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 65c.
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Acarersbarders Hardy neha Edging Plant. 6 inches. 3512 Alpina (Calamintha alpina). Fragrant mat-like Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 | plants growing 6 inches high with tiny spikes of rich
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SCABIOSA — Annual
Mourning Bride Half-hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 11 to 8 feet. Scabiosas are among our most pleasing garden annuals. The lovely colored blooms which are borne on long, graceful stems are exceedingly nice for cutting and charming in the border.3 feet. 3518 Azure Fairy. Clear sky-blue. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c. 3520 Blue Cockade. Rich deep blue. Pkt. 10c¢:; 3 pkts: 25c., 1% oz. 45c. 3522 Blue Moon. Deep lavender-blue. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.25 3524 Cherry Red. Rich glowing color.
Pkt. 10¢:, 3) pkts. 25c., 144 oz. 45c. 3526 King of the Blacks. Reddish black.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 45c. 3528 Loveliness. Salmon-rose shades.
Dit OC wo —pkts. 2OC +4 O7450C. 3532 Rosette. Deep rose, suffused salmon.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c. 3536 Shasta Improved. Pure white.
Pkt. 10e¢., 3 pkts! 25c., 44 oz. 50c. 3538 Yellow. Sulphur yellow.
Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c.
3540 Breck’s Special Mixture.
Ric l0carsipktss 25e.04 .074.40c,
35411 BOS LOCLCN, ¢ separate varieties, Cc.
SCABIOSA ~— Perennial Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 2 to 21% feet.
These handsome perennial flowers resemble the well-known annual Scabiosas. The colors are pleasing and will blend well with other flowers in the border. The graceful, long, slender stems are excellent for cutting. June to September.
3565 Caucasica Perfecta. Exquisite lavender, fringed petals. Pte bes, 3 pkts. soc. 3568 Caucasica, White. Pure white. 214 feet. Pitzer pi<tsO0Cs 3571 Isaac House Hybrids. Excellent strain with enormous flowers in lovely shades of blue, mauve, lavender and white. 214 feet. Pity 2oc-o pkts: O0c, 3573 Columbaria, Orchid Pink. Low grow- ing plants, forming fine clumps of light green foliage from which rise slender, wiry stems, topped by large, delicate pink blooms. 2 feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Dwarr SCABIOSA
A fine new strain of Scabiosa growing only -about 18 or 20 inches high. The plants ear lovely, full-crowned blooms of _ azure blue or snowy white on wiry stems ee : which carry them wellabove rich green _ compact little plants. The plants are fine for edgings or borders and the blo are excellent for cutting.
lid variety bears handsome flowers of clear azure blue. It was awarded a bronze medal in the 1940 All- America Selections. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 75c.
_ 3548 Peace. A new pure white variety, of the same splendid dwarf habit and flower form as the preceding variety,
“Heavenly Blue.” It re-
eived Honorable Mention | the 1941 All America
Selections.
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Sidalcea, Stark’s Hybrid
SCHIZANTHUS ~— Butterfly Flower Half-hardy Annuals. 11% feet.
Delicately fashioned, free-flowering annuals with dainty blossoms like miniature Orchids produced so profusely as to almost completely cover the attractive foliage. Their airy graceful- ness is delightful in the garden in Summer and charming for pot culture in the greenhouse, or conservatory during the Winter.
3578 Breck’s Excelsior, Mixed. Splendid large flowers, brilliantly mottled and blotched like fancy Pelargoniums. Unsurpassed for green- house culture. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
3580 Pansy Flowered. Fine large, Pansy-like blooms in a wide range of extremely brilliant colors; rich self-colors and diversified shades as well as white. PEt ooCs 3 DKts. Soc.
3582 Rose and Amber Shades. Large flower- ing varieties in beautiful rose-pink, amber and yellow shades. Pkt. 25c:, 3 pKts. 60c:
3584 Wisetonensis Hybrids. A wide range of bright and showy colors. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
3586 Choice Mixed. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
SEDUM — Stonecrop
Half-hardy Annual. Rock garden.
3592 Caeruleum. The only blue-flowered Sedum and the only annual variety which is commonly cultivated. A very charming low plant with soft blue flowers and fleshy leaves. Will thrive in dry, sandy soils.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
SIDALCEA Hardy Perennial. Border plants. 2 to 4 feet
3598 Stark’s Hybrids. Graceful plants with many spikes of small, Hollyhock-like flowers from June until Autumn. The flowers are pro- duced in many colors ranging from blush pink to crimson. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
SOLANUM Pot plants
The ornamental members of this extensive family are grown chiefly for Winter decoration in the house or conservatory. The plants are of compact branching habit with small leaves and numerous bright colored berries. Very much in demand for Christmas.
3604 Capsicastrum. Small red, pepper-shaped fruit. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c. 3606 Clevelandi (Jerusalem Cherry). Small
scarlet. Cherry-like fruit. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
STATICE — Annual
Sea Lavender
Treat as Annual. Everlastings. 1% to 3 feet.
Branching plants producing graceful clusters of dry, chaffy flowers. Excellent cut flowers. When dried, they are very useful for Winter bouquets.
3610 Bonduelli. Golden yellow. 2% feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c. 3612 Sinuata Blue, Improved. Fine clusters of deep blue flowers. Excellent for cutting. 3 feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 4 oz. 40c. 3624 Sinuata Mixed. All colors. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 40c. 3626 Suworowi (Russian Statice). Dense spikes
of bright, rose-colored flowers. 11% feet. Pkts locs o pkts. oo
4 inches
Greenhouse. 15 inches
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Sea Lavender Hardy Perennials. Garden and cutting. 1 to 2 feet Permanent border and rock garden plants with tiny, chaffy flowers in loose sprays. Their airy, misty grace lends the same charm to Winter
bouquets as does Baby’s Breath. 3630 Latifolia. Dainty sprays of lavender = flowers in August. 2 feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c. 3632 Dwarf, Mixed. Especially good for the rock garden. 1 foot. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
Gilliflower
Half-hardy Annuals. Flower garden. 2 to 2% feet
One of the most popular of old-fashioned gar- den annuals. Deliciously fragrant flowers on clustered spikes, in a wide variety of delicate shades. Stocks enjoy a well enriched soil which has been thoroughly limed. They thrive best in cool, moist weather and should never be planted in a particularly warm situation, fully exposed to the heat of the Midsummer sun.
3640 Breck’s Apricot Beauty. The finest Stock ever introduced to American gardens. Plants grow quickly, come into bloom early, and continue to flower until cut down by a hard freeze. The flowers are double, of delicate apricot-pink and cream. Unsurpassed for cut- ting and garden decoration.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25
Perfection (Cut-and-Come-Again)
An extremely beautiful strain with spikes of unusually large flowers steadily produced from Midsummer until frost.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. $1.00 3642 Blood Red 3650 Rosy Pink 3644 Canary Yellow 3652 Silvery Lilac 3646 Dark Violet 3654 White 3648 Pale Blue 3656 Mixed
36571 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, 75c.
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PTT TTT
Giant Column (Non-Branching)
A fine type, particularly adapted for green- house culture; each plant producing a single, enormous spike, 2 to 3 feet high. It is possible, therefore, to grow the plants close together, thus conserving space in the greenhouse and yet pro- duce the large, showy spikes which are in such great demand. Pkt. 25c.,°3 pkts: 60e3 3660 Gardenia White 3666 Silvery Lilac 3662 Rose Pink 3667 Moonlight 3664 Ruby 3668 Mixed
Giant Imperial
An excellent early-blooming class noted for its high percentage of double flowers and sturdy free-flowering habit. 20 inches.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4 oz. $1.00 3677 Antique Copper 3687 Lavender 3679 Blush Pink 3689 Old Rose 3681 Canary Yellow 3691 White 3683 Royal Purple 3693 Imperial Mix- 3685 Fiery Red ture. All colors
36941 COLLECTION, 6 separate colers, 75c.
Giants of Nice
Splendid for Summer-blooming and Winter forcing. Spring-sown plants come into bloom within 10 weeks. 2 feet.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., Y% oz. $1.00 3700 American Beauty. Deep rose. 3702 Beauty of Nice. Delicate flesh-pink. 3704 Light Blue. Beautiful color. 3706 Mont Blanc. Pure white. 3708 Monte Carlo. Canary-yellow. 3710 Souvenir de Monaco. Crimson. 3712 Summer Night. Deep blue. 3714 Sunset. Rosy carmine. 3715 Choice Mixed.
37171 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, 75c.
every way.
3719 Mayflower. Red-rose. 3723 Puritan. Pure white.
| Stocks, Early bird
Here is a tall, really branching type of Stock, blooming early, sturdy in habit, ideal in
These Early Colonial Stocks do not produce a central stem like other types, but send up from the base, 8 to 10 heavy branches with fine long spikes of large blooms. The blossoms are delightfully fragrant, lovely in color and are borne in profusion.
Four splendid new varieties, destined for a brilliant future.
STOKESIA — Cornflower Aster
Hardy Perennial. Flower Garden. 18 inches 3725 Cyanea. A charming perennial for the border and fine for cutting. The large laven- der-blue flowers, which are very much like Cornflowers, bloom profusely from July to October. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c. 3727 Cyanea alba. A white form of the above. Pkt. l5e.; 3 pkts, 35c:
SUNFLOWER — Helianthus
Hardy Annual. Display and cutting. 4 to 8 feet
Somewhat coarse plants of robust habit, with bold flowers. The dwarf types bloom from June throughout the Summer. They are fine for cut- ting and showy in the border.
Single 3740j;Cucumerifolius (Miniature Sunflower). Small, rich yellow flowers with black centers. 4 feet. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., oz. 75c. 3742 Giant Russian. The common, tall Sun- flower; enormous blooms. 8 feet. Oz. 10c., % lb. 25e;, Ib: 75c. 3744 Maroon Prince. The best red Sunflower. 4 feet. PEE 10es Sp kts..25ey O27. (oc 3745 Pastel Shades. Coral, pink and rose shades; all with a suffusion of primrose or buff. 4 to 5 feet. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
Double
3755 Sum Gold. A new variety with large double flowers in a brilliant shade of golden yellow. Very. free flowering. Height 4 to 5 feet.
Pkt. 1dc., 3 pkts. 35c., oz. $1.00
f Double Sunflower, Sun Gold
A wonderful plant for background plant- ings or temporary hedges, in full sunshine.
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in the Spring as Possible 65
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Hardy Annual
of mention.
Climbers 6 feet
Sweet Peas are too well known to require description, but the delicious fragrance, captivating colors and graceful daintiness of the modern varieties are certainly worthy In recent years the improvement in these flowers has been almost un- believable and garden lovers may depend on getting the finest and largest flowering
varieties if they make their selection from the following list of choice Sweet Peas. It
is important that Sweet Peas be planted in good, rich, deeply prepared soil.
Late
March or early April is none too early for sowing. Complete cultural directions will be
sent without charge, on request.
Special Offer Sweet Peas. you may select the varieties, for 50c.
Giant Spencer | Any six 10c. packets, |
Giant Spencer
3760 Breck’s Exhibition Mixture. This is the finest possible combination of colors, assem- bled from varieties of the Giant Spencer or Orchid-flowering type, embracing the entire color range. Recommended for general garden use. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 lb. 75c., lb. $2.50
In Separate Varieties Pkt. 10c., oz. 50c., 14 Ib. $1.50
BLUE
3769 Fortune. Rich dark blue.
3772 Gleneagles. Rich lavender-blue; large flower. 3775 Heavenly Blue. Soft Delphinium-blue. BLUSH 3776 Bonnie Lassie. Blush-pink.
CARMINE
3778 Damask Rose. Rich carmine-rose. 3781 Ruffled Carmine. Bright carmine-rose; ruffled flowers. CERISE
3784 Flamingo. Intense scarlet. 3787 Headlight. Cerise-scarlet. 3790 Mrs. A. Searles. Bright salmon-cerise.
CREAM AND CREAM PINK
3793 Cissie. Soft creamy pink. 3796 Grand National. Rich cream. 3799 Susan. Blush pink on cream.
CRIMSON
3802 Red Supreme. Deep glowing crimson. 3805 Rubicund. Crimson-scarlet.
LAVENDER
3808 Ambition. Rosy lavender. 3811 Highlander. Fine clear lavender. 3814 Powerscourt. Large, lavender.
MAROON
3817 Leviathan. Rich velvety maroon. 3820 Warrior. Chocolate-maroon.
ORANGE AND ORANGE-SCARLET
3823 Colorado. Bright orange.
3826 Excelsior. Scarlet-orange.
3829 Pirate Gold. Deep golden orange.
3832 Tangerine, Improved. Rich glowing orange.
PICOTEE
3835 Sunkist. Cream, edged rose.
PINK
3838 Ascot. Bright pink.
3841 Peggy Ann. Glowing salmon-pink.
3844 Pinkie. Large, rose-pink.
3847 Station Master. Pink, flushed rosy{cerise.
PURPLE 3850 Olympia. Rich purple.
SCARLET
3853 The Cardinal. Rich Poppy-scarlet. 3856 Welcome. Dazzling scarlet.
WHITE
3859 Avalanche. Glistening white. 3862 Gigantic. Large, pure white. 3865 Sextet Queen. Pure white.
Early Flowering Spencer
Pkt. 15c., % oz. 45c., oz. 75c.
3875 Ball’s Orange, Improved. Clear deep glowing orange.
3878 Ball’s Rose, improved. Deep bright rose. 3881 Boon. Deep coral-pink. 3884 Grenadier. Dazzling scarlet. 3887 Hope. Pure white, black seeded. 3890 Lady Gay. Soft shrimp-pink. 3893 Lavanda. Pure clear lavender. 3896 Mrs. Herbert Hoover. Clear deep blue. 3899 Sequoia. Golden cerise. 3902 Shirley Temple. Soft rose-pink. 3905 Choice Mixed.
Old-fashioned Grandiflora
3910 Boston Mixture. A fine mixture of all colors of the charmingly fragrant, old- fashioned type. Oz. 10c., 14 lb. 35c., lb. $1.00
Dianthus Barbatus
Annual Varieties
Hardy Annual. Garden flowers. 1 foot 3915 Breck’s Annual, Mixed. A strain of this well-known and popular plant that will bloom the first year, from seed. Large, fragrant flowers in many colors, beautifully marked. Rep lOcw opts. 2oceul4 oz. DUC.
Biennial Varieties
Hardy Biennial. Garden flowers. 4 to 24 inches Fine, old-fashioned biennials of easy culture with broad, flat-clustered heads of fragrant flow- ers in many brilliant colors. 3920 Dark Crimson. PEt lOcerouplctss Doe 240z. 0c. 3922 Giant White. Immense heads of pure white blooms which are almost twice the size of ordinary varieties. Rite loOCeotDKLGMOOC TEA OZmOe. 3924 Newport Pink. A brilliant Watermelon- pink. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.00 3926 Pink Beauty. Rich pink. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.00 3928 Scarlet Beauty. Brilliant scarlet. Rikcalisea romp ctorooCe A Ozesoc. 3930 Holborn Glory. A mixture of fine colors, each flower marked with a clearly defined eye. Very large blooms. Rkty L0Gewos piktss 2oGr EAOZEO UC. 3932 Breck’s Choice Mixture. A beautiful mixture of all colors and markings. Pet L0ch 3 pts: 25c% 24 02. 00. 3934 Double, Mixed. A choice mixture of dou- ble-flowered varieties in a wide assortment of colors. Pkt. 15c.;'3 pkts. 35c., 44 oz. 7c. 3936 Dwarf Alpine, Mixed. An interesting assortment of miniature Sweet Williams grow- ing only about 4 inches high. <A very fine rock garden type. Pkty25c., 6 pkts. 60c-
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THALICTRUM
Perennial. Border plants.
1 to 3 feet
Excellent border plants with very ornamental foliage and sprays of dainty, feathery flowers, exquisitely graceful and useful for cutting. It is best to give them a protective covering during the Winter.
3943 Dipterocarpum. An interesting variety growing 2 feet, or more, tall with rosy-purple flowers during August and September. Very handsome foliage. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
THERMOPSIS Hardy Perennial Border plant. A feet
3948 Caroliniana. An erect perennial with long spikes of yellow flowers like Pea blossoms during June and July. Fine companion for Delphiniums. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
THUNBERGIA
Treat as Annual. Trailer. 4A feet
3954 Mixed. A dainty trailing plant with neat foliage and snappy-black-eyed flowers in shades of orange, yellow and white. Elegant for hanging pots, window-boxes and the rock garden. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c.
TITHONIA
Treat as Annual. 6 feet
3961 Speciosa, Fireball. A quick-growing an- nual, with rough, ornamental foliage and long- stemmed, dazzling scarlet-orange flowers, re- sembling somewhat enormous single Dahlias. A superb background plant and excellent for cutting. Pkt. loch pktsy aoc.
TRITOMA — Red-Hot-Poker Plant Perennial. Border plant. 3 feet
Striking perennial, with tall, flame-like spires of tubular blooms. Beautiful, planted in front of shrubs or in the perennial border. Protect by a light mulch in Winter.
3987 Pfitzer’s Hybrids. Very large, brilliant red. Pkt. 25c:, 3\ pkts: 60c:
TROLLIUS Hardy Perennial. Garden flowers. 2 feet 3992 Ledebouri. A splendid variety with showy, orange-yellow flowers in July and August. Will thrive in either sunshine or shade and enjoys a moist soil. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
TROPAEOLUM Half-hardy Annual. Climber 10 feet
3998 Camnariense (Canary-Bird Vine). A quick- growing vine somewhat resembling the Nastur- tium in appearance, with delicately cut leaves and clear yellow, fringed flowers which have a vague resemblance to a Canary Bird in flight.
PEt, J0G3 3S pkts..25e.
VENIDIUM
Annual. Garden flower.
216 feet
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Verbena, Mammoth Mixed
CHOICE
BORDER PLANTS
VERBENA
Treat as Annuals. Garden plants. 10 to 48 inches
Handsome bedding plants, mostly trailing, with dark green foliage and broad clustered heads of brilliant and clear colors. If the seed is sown indoors in early March, they will start to bloom in June and continue until checked by frost.
Mammoth
4016 Beauty of Oxford Hybrids. Beautiful giant hybrids varying in color from brilliant rose-pink to a rich rosy red.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4 oz. 60c.
4020 Brilliant. Rich deep flame-rose with white
eye. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 75c: 4024 Etna. Intense scarlet with creamy yellow eye. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 60c. 4028 Giant Salmon-pink. A rich uniform shade. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 50c:
4032 Lavender Glory. Handsome, large-flow- ered lavender with creamy white eye. Slightly variable. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 60c.
4036 Royale. Royal blue with creamy yellow eye. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4 oz. 60c.
4040 Snowdrift. Large white blooms.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 60e.
4044 Spectrum Red. Intensely brilliant red with noeye. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4 0z. 75c.
4048 Mixed. All the above colors and many other handsome shades.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 50c.
Other Varieties
4055 Blue Sentinel. Large heads of rich violet blue flowers with white eyes. Dwarf erect plants, 10 inches high. Excellent for cutting.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., % oz. 60c.
4058 Royal Bouquet. Erect plants about 15 inches high, bearing brilliant heads of bloom in a wide variety of colors.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 4% oz. 60c.
4061 Bonariensis. A handsome new South American species with slender branching stems which attain a height of about 4 feet and bear numerous terminal sprays of heliotrope flow- ers during July and August.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
4064 Erinoides (Pulchella.) A trailing plant with fern-like foliage and pretty heads of purplish flowers. Pkt. '5c., 3 pktsi3oe;
4067 Venosa (Rigida). An erect plant 1 foot or more high, bearing dense spikes of purplish flowers. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
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VERONICA — Speedwell
Hardy Perennial. Garden plants. 1 to 2 feet.
Fine perennials with handsome foliage and beautiful blue flower spikes. They are excellent in the perennial border and are splendid cutting flowers.
4075 Amethystina (Spuria) Royal Blue. An upright plant bearing numerous spikes of rich, deep blue flowers during June and July. A fine variety for the rock garden.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
4078 Incana (Woolly Speedwell). A fine plant with white, woolly foliage and blue flowers during July and August. It looks well in the garden whether in or out of bloom. Excellent for rock gardens. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
4082 Longifolia. Rich dark blue flower spikes from July until September on handsome 2-foot plants. PROG. Oo: Dictsa 2oce
4085 Spicata. Long spikes of violet-blue flow- ers during June and July. A fine plant for the sunny border. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c.
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VIOLA — Tufted Pansies
Hardy Perennial. Garden flowers. 6 inches. Beautiful little Summer flowering plants mid- way between Pansies and Violets with very ap- pealing flowers in a wide range of color. They are excellent for edgings and rock gardens or for growing in the shelter of low shrubs. They enjoy half-shady, moist situations. 4102 Admiration. Deep, dark blue. PEt, 25c:, 3 pkts. 60e: 4105 Arkwright Ruby. A blending of ruby-red and glowing terra cotta. Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 4108 Blue Perfection. Clear medium blue.
PK loco 1p Mtseoot 4110 Chantreyland.
Pure apricot. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c. 4113 Floraire. A gem, blooming profusely all Summer; small pale blue blooms.
Pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.25 4116 Jersey Gem. The finest Viola of all. Beautiful large, long-stemmed flowers of clear
violet-blue on dwarf, compact plants. Pkt. 25¢e., 3 pkts. 60c¢:
Viola, Jersey Gem
4122 Lutea Splendens. Clear sulphur-yellow. Peploecrio pktcuooes 4125 Papilio. Deep violet.
PiztelocmouD tS oo: 4128 White Perfection.
Pure white. Pkt. 15e., 3 pkts. Soc. 4130 Breck’s Special Mixture. A wonderful blend of gay, bright colors; clear shades of red, yellow, blue and apricot as well as many that are marked or blotched. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4% oz. $1.50
VIRGINIAN STOCK — Malcomia
Hardy Annual. Flower garden. 1 foot.
4140 Mixed. A pretty, slender annual with graceful sprays of small, 4-petaled flowers in bright shades of red, rose, lilac and white.
Petco pktsazocs 4 Oz.00C,
VISCARIA — Rock Lychnis
Hardy Annual. Edging and cutting. 1 foot.
Dainty little annuals bearing brilliant flowers an inch across, on slender, long stems. Excellent for cutting.
4146 Blue Pearl. Clear lavender-blue. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Bright deep rose, fringed
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
4152 Rose Beauty. flowers.
WALLFLOWER - Annual
Cheiranthus Treat as Annual. Garden flowers. 1 to 2 feet, 4166 Mixed. Fine old-fashioned plants which resemble the popular English Wallflower. Very free-flowering and delightfully fragrant. Shades of red, brownand yellow. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c. 4170 Double, Early Wonder, Mixed. Hand-
some double flowers in fine rich colors. 2 feet. Pkt, 25c:, 3 pkts. 60c.
Tie
_ ‘THE HANDY PLANT TIE
Strong, broad, dark-green, tapes with in- ible wire reinforcements. Easy to use, 1 simple twist of the wrist and the plant is tied. Inexpensive, too.
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WALLFLOWER ~— Perennial Cheiranthus Hardy Perennials. Flower garden. 18 to 24 inches. The fine, old-fashioned English Wallflower which produces an abundance of fragrant, rich, deep colored blooms very early in the Spring. 4178 Cloth of Gold. Deep yellow.
Pts loc rormktss ooce 4180 Eastern Queen. Apricot, changing to rosy pink. Picts dS erronp ctsyooes 4186 Vulcan. Rich velvety crimson. An excel- lent bedding variety. Pitta loceonp ktsaooc 4188 Single, Mixed. A superb strain. Fine, large spikes of bloom in a wide range of rich colors. Pk tloC ior Dktswooes 4190 Double, Mixed. Beautiful double flowers
in many lovely colors. Height 18 inches. Pkt) 20G.,.o pkts, 60
XANTHISMA -— Star of Texas
Half-hardy Annual. Flower garden. 18 inches.
4195 Texanum. An unusually interesting and lovely American wild flower. Dense, bushy
blooms.
| YUCCA -— Adam’s Needle |
| Hardy Perennial. 5 feet.
| 4200 Filamentosa. Woody perennials, with immense, sword-like leaves and tall
| spikes of fragrant, pendulous, creamy white, bell-shaped blooms in June and July. Fine for bold effects.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
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Half-hardy Annuals.Garden flowers. 6 to 30 inches.
No garden of annual flowers could get along without a bed of Zinnias. The big, bold plants bear blooms of many bright colors, long lasting and freely produced. They are as easy to grow as anything, affording never-ending pleasure from the time they come into bloom until frost. Like all other popular flowers, many distinct types have been developed, some bearing flowers of enormous size and others which are jewel-like miniatures of their larger brothers and sisters.
Until the advent of the Dahlia-flowered types, the Giants were the largest and showiest. Now, of course, the Dahlia-flowered and California Giant types are the royalty ol the race in size of bloom, stature, and in glorious colors. These, together with the less conventional forms like “Fantasy” and ‘‘Scabiosa-flowered”’ make up the most colorful, the most diversified, and the “easiest to grow”’ group of flowers in the world.
Super Crown O’Gold Immense, showy flowers, equal in size to those of the California Giant and Dahlia-flowered groups and midway between them in form. The blooms are made up of broad petals, each of which is overlaid with deep golden yellow at the base while carrying out the individual flower color at the petal tips. This unique flower mark- ing so enhances the beauty of these Zinnias that they stand out as a really great achievement. 2% feet. ; 4250 Desert Gold. Unusually large flowers with broad, closely fitting petals of rich creamy ochre, overlaid with deep, shining gold at the base. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.00 4260 Pastel Tints, Mixed. Soft shades of yel- low, apricot, pink, salmon, peach, buff, cream and white, each petal overlaid with gold at the base, but showing the individual flower color at the tip. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.25
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California Giant
The plants of this group reach a height of 21% feet. Flowers are very large and well formed, with a smooth-topped, graceful appearance, the petals lying flat upon each other. Blooming in about 60 days from planting time, ‘‘Breck’s California Giants’ are outstanding garden sub- jects. Pet lochro DktsHooc 4 OznoC. 4275 Brightness. Clear bright pink.
4277 Cerise Queen. A glorious cerise.
4279 Daffodil. Canary yellow.
4281 Enchantress. Light rose, deep rose center. 4283 Golden Queen. Golden yellow.
4285 Lavender Queen. Deep rosy lavender. 4287 Orange King. Deep orange-scarlet. 4289 Purity. Snow white.
4291 Scarlet Queen. Deep glowing scarlet. 4293 Mixed. All colors.
42941 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, 75c.
Dahlia Flowered
Very robust, branching plants, 214 feet high, bearing huge, fully double flowers which resemble the show type of Dahlia. They have a wide range of rich colors and make a striking display in any garden. Rit. tdci, o pktsa doe.) 24 Ozn oC. 4306 Canary Bird. Rich canary yellow.
4308 Crimson Monarch. Large, deep crimson. 4310 Dream. Deep rosy lavender.
4312 Exquisite. Light rose, deep rose center. 4314 Golden Dawn. Golden yellow.
4316 Old Rose. Fine shades of old rose.
4318 Oriole. Rich orange and gold.
4320 Polar Bear. Large, creamy white.
4321 Royal Purple.
4322 Breck’s Special! Mixture.
43231 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, 75c.
Breck’s Giant
Large, very double blooms on long, stiff stems.
Admirable for cutting. 2 feet.
4358 Mixed. Pkt. 10c., 3 pkts. 25c., 14 oz. 50c.
ZINNIAS
4357 jutu Queen
A rich and forceful color, the deep- est of deep maroons, with an exqui- site velvety finish. Splendid for con- | trasting with lighter or brighter | shades. In flower form and habit “Zulu Queen” is similar to Breck’s Giant Zinnias.
Pkts. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Dwarf Defiance
An intermediate type, ideal for cut flowers, having double, formal blooms of medium size, on excellent stems. 15 inches.
Pkt. 10e., 3 pkts. 25c., 4 oz. 50c. 4370 Bright Scarlet 4380 Salmon-Rose 4372 Canary Yellow 4382 Spun Gold 4374 Crimson 4384 White 4376 Golden Orange 4386 Choice Mixed. 4378 Rose-Pink All colors.
43871 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, 50c.
Breck’s Lilliput
Compact, branching plants, bearing masses of handsome, small, rounded flowers. Superb for bedding or edging and an excellent type for cut- ting. Height 2 feet.
4403 Black Ruby. Bronze Medal, 1941 A.A.S. Handsome, deep, velvety maroon. While the color is very deep, it is by no means dull. Very effective with lighter colors.
Pkt 5c, 3 pktsno5e:
4405 Canary Gem. Canary-yellow.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 65c.
4407 Crimson Gem. Rich shade.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 65c.
4409 Golden Gem. Golden orange.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts..35c., 14 oz. 65c.
4411 Pink Gem. Deep pink.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 6dc:
4413 Salmon Gem. Salmon-rose.
Pkt. 15e:, 3 pkts. 35c,, 44 oz. 65e;
4415 White Gem. Fine white.
Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 44 oz. 65c.
4417 Mixed. Splendid range of all colors.
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44181 COLLECTION, 6 separate colors, 75c. Breck’s Midget
4445 Mixed. Compact little plants, 6 to 8 inches high, bearing a profusion of small, well-formed flowers of the Lilliput type. The colors range through red, orange, yellow, pink, rose and other pastel shades. It is most effective as an edging in front of taller varieties.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.00
Fantasy
A new and exceedingly beautiful strain of Zinnias with petals that are waved and twisted in a most unusual manner. There is a wide range of colors and the informality of the flower form is very refreshing. Height 214 feet. The mixture was awarded a Silver Medal in the 1935 AIll- America Selections.
4470 Orange Lady. Deep bright orange. Pkt. ldc., 3 pkts. 35c., 4 oz. 75c. 4473 Rosalie. Bright, intense rose. Pkt. l5c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz 70 4476 Star Dust. Light yellow. Pkt. 15¢:, 3 pkts.35ce:, 24) ozaviocs 4479 White Light. Pure white. Pkt. 15¢.,.3 pkts) 35c., 14 0z. foe: 4481 Wildfire. Dazzling scarlet. Pkt. 25c., 3. pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.25 4484 Choice Mixed. All colors. Pkt. W5c.,-38 pkts: 8504. 4iloz. (oc:
44851 COLLECTION, 5 separate colors, 65c.
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4520 Navajo Mixed. Attractive, medium-sized double and semi-double flowers, with long, nar- row petals, curved and fluted, each petal marked with a contrasting lighter color, giving the flower the appearance of a double Gaillardia. Fine, mellow tones of lilac, lavender, russet, orange, yellow, pink and pastel shades. Height 114 ft.
Peta loe. > pkts.30c.,.24 oz. $1.00
Giant Crested (Howard’s)
4555 Mixed. An amazing new development, produced by crossing the Dahlia-flowered and Scabiosa-flowered types; retaining the im- mense size of the Dahlia-flowered, yet resem- bling Scabiosa-flowered in form. These Giant Crested Zinnias are only available in a mixture, but the assortment comprises all the charm- ingly bright shades of the Zinnia family. 21% feet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Cupid
4565 Goblin. A fine miniature Zinnia, represent- ing an entirely new class. Because of their size, these Zinnias are aptly called “‘Cunids,’’ and “Goblin” presents a most captivating color— rich deep orange. The slender branching plants are a mass of tiny, inch-wide flowers, fully double. 1 foot. Pika pee piktsaooGe.
Scabiosa-flowered
A rare development. Blooms composed of a single row of brightly colored petals surrounding a close quilled, tufted center of a contrasting shade. Flowers erect, long-stemmed, and valu- able for cutting. Height 2% feet.
4582 Campfire. Intense scarlet. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 14 oz. $1.25
4588 Sunburst. Bright canary yellow. Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c., 4 oz. $1.25 4594 Mixed. A wide range of bright shades. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts.85c., 4 oz. $1.00
Zinnia Dwarf Defiance
Scabiosa Flowered (above
Breck’s Giant (upper right)
Linearis (lower right)
Gracillima
4610 Red Riding Hood. Tiny rounded, fiery red blooms, freely borne on low spreading plants. A unique and pretty little Zinnia.
1 foot. Pkt. 15c., 3 pkts. 35c., 14 oz. 60c.
Linearis
4635 Linearis. Compact, branching plants, reaching a height of about 15 inches and having a spread of as much as 2 feet. The graceful, single flowers appear early in the Summer, al- most covering the slender, dark green foliage until cut down by frosts late in the season.
The color is a deep golden orange with a delicate light yellow stripe in the midst of each petal, contrasting boldly with the dark centers. PictatoG. 5) DKtsaeOe.
Mexicana Hybrids
4660 Mixed. Handsome annuals of spreading habit, 18 to 24 inches high with single, semi-double and double flowers somewhat like those of French Marigolds, in shades of yel- low, orauge, crimson, and brown; some striped, blotched, and tipped witb contrasting colors.
Pkt. 25c., 3 pkts. 60c.
Colorful Binnias—
No flower exists that more nearly combines the qualities necessary to the perfect garden flower. Anyone can grow them and they will thrive almost anywhere. In size they
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BENT, Colonial (Agrostis tenuis). An Oregon-grown strain of Colonial or Rhode Island Bent. This grass produces a luxuriant, heavy and very firm turf when it is maintained as a putting green. It is of fine texture, hardy, and well adapted to New England soils and conditions; very resist- ant to disease. Desirable as a golf putting green grass and as an im- portant lawn seed mixture ingredient.
Lb. $1.50, 5 Ibs. $7.00, 10 lbs. $13.50, 25 Ibs. $31.50
BENT, Seaside (Agrostis palustris). Oregon-grown. A fine-leaved, true creeping Bent which spreads by runners or stolons that root when they come in contact with the soil. Used as a putting green grass, making a fine. thick, matty sed but requiring several top dressings each season to keep it in good condition. Not suitable for the average home lawn.
Lb. $1.50, 5 Ibs. $7.00, 10 lbs. $13.50, 25 Ibs. $31.50
BENT, Raritan Velvet (Agrostis canina). True Emerald Farm Strain. Properly cared for, this grass makes the finest and most velvety turf of all. It spreads by runners above ground and also by underground root stalks. It is the only Bent grass which will thrive permanently in a shady location. Lb. $7.50, 5 Ibs. $35.00, 10 Ibs. $66.00, 25 lbs. $152.00
FESCUE, Chewing’s (Festuca rubra var. fallax). An excellent, fineleaved, fast-spreading grass which will withstand drought and will thrive on loose, sandy soils which are of a somewhat acid nature. Chewing’s Fescue will also do very well in most types of soil, in sun or shade. It is at its best in a mixture with other grasses and should be in all good lawn mix- tures but never sown alone.
Lb. $1.00, 5 lbs. $4.75, 10 lbs. $9.00, 25 Ibs. $21.00, 100 Ibs. $80.00
FESCUE, Creeping Red (Festuca rubra). Certified Genuine Olds Strain. An excellent, fine-leaved grass of creeping habit which makes a beautiful turf when combined with other grasses. Valuable in mixtures for shade.
Lb. $1.50, 5 Ibs. $7.00, 10 lbs. $18.50, 25 Ibs. $31.50
FESCUE, Meadow (English Bluegrass) (Festuca pratensis). A perennial grass which is particularly valuable on wet pasture land. It does not spread, but seeds itself freely and is very much relished by cattle. It should always be mixed with other grasses, such as Orchard Grass, Ryegrass or Kentucky Bluegrass.
Lb. 50c., 5 lbs. $2.35, 10 Ibs. $4.50, 25 lbs. $10.50, 100 lbs. $40.00
KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS (Poa pratensis). A very valuable grass for lawns and permanent pastures on soils that are fairly rich and which have an alkaline reaction. Kentucky Bluegrass germinates and matures slowly and the resulting turf is not fully developed until it is two years old. (It does not reach perfection as a pasture grass until it is at least four years old.) For lawns, combine it with other varieties which develop more quickly but which are gradually crowded out by this long-lived and really permanent grass. Weight, 28 lbs. per bushel.
Lb. 50c., 5 Ibs. $2.35, 10 Ibs. $4.50. 25 Ibs. $10.50, 100 lbs. $40.00
ORCHARD GRASS (Dactylis glomerata). An excellent, fibrous-rooted perennial grass which thrives well on light, sandy soils. Particularly valuable on hilly slopes that wash badly, where its roots when established penetrate deeply, preventing erosion. Withstands droughts better than most species. Not desirable for lawn purposes, but an excellent pasture grass; makes excellent hay when combined with Red Clover.
Lb. 65c., 5 Ibs. $2.95, 10 lbs. $5.75, 25 lbs. $13.75, 100 lbs. $52.00
RED TOP (A grostis alba). An important grass for both lawn and agricul- tural purposes. Will thrive under a wide range of conditions. In lawn seed mixtures it is used solely as a nurse crop to be replaced by slower growing but more permanent grasses. Often sown with Timothy and Red Clover for pasture purposes. Fancy or cleaned seed, 40 lbs. per bushel.
Lb. 30c., 5 Ibs. $1.45, 10 lbs. $2.75, 25 lbs. $6.50, 100 lbs. $25.00
RYEGRASS, Domestic (Lolium Species). A mixture of Perennial and Italian Ryegrasses grown in the Pacific Northwest. It does not produce a permanent turf and should never be sown alone, but it is a valuable nurse grass because of its rapid growth. Used in both lawn and pasture mixtures. Lb. 25c., 5 lbs. $1.20, 10 Ibs. $2.25, 25 lbs. $5.25, 100 lbs. $20.00 RYEGRASS, Perennial (Lolium perenne). A quick germinating and rapid growing variety much used as a nurse grass for slower developing sorts in lawn seed mixtures; valuable for hay or pasturage. Perennial Ryegrass is seldom used alone, but is sown in combination with other grasses for either lawn or field use. Lb. 40c., 5 lbs. $1.90, 10 Ibs. $3.60, 25 lbs. $8.50, 100 Ibs. $32.00 TIMOTHY (Herd’s Grass) (Phleum pratense). A valuable grass for hay, thriving best on moist, loamy soils of medium texture. Under favorable conditions it will yield three to four tons of best quality hay per acre. Not to be used in good lawn mixtures. Weight, 45 lbs. per bushel. ' Lb. 20c., 5 Ibs. 95c., 10 lbs. $1.80, 25 lbs. $4.25, 100 Ibs. $16.00
GRASS SEED MIXTURES
For Mowing and Grazing
In the handling of land for mowing and grazing purposes, it is very necessary to consider whether the land is to be seeded for temporary pur- poses or for permanent pasturage or for hay. It is very often the case that a piece of land is seeded down for one or two years with the idea of prac- ticing alternate husbandry by turning the land back to other crops there- after. For such short-term seeding down, we offer special mixtures com- posed largely of annual and biennial grasses. For seeding down land for long-term mowing and grazing, we offer another mixture in which much larger proportions of permanent grasses are included.
We have prepared the following mixtures which are especially suited to our New England soils and variable climate. We recommend them with- out qualification.
NO. 6 MIXTURE—For 1 Year’s Mowing
This mixture is composed of the following grasses and Clover in the proper proportions: Rye Grasses, Orchard Grass, Red Top, Meadow Fescue, Timothy, Red Clover, Alsike Clover. Sow 35 lbs. per acre.
5 Ibs. $2.35, 10 lbs. $4.50, 25 lbs. $10.50, 100 Ibs. $40.00
NO. 9 MIXTURE For 3 Year’s Mowing or Grazing
This mixture contains the following grasses and Clovers blended for semi- permanent seeding-down purposes. Rye Grasses, Orchard Grass, Kentucky Bluegrass, Red Top, Meadow Fescue, Timothy, Alsike Clover, Red Clover, Ladino White Clover. Sow 37 lbs. per acre.
5 Ibs. $2.35, 10 lbs. $4.50, 25 lbs. $10.50, 100 Ibs. $40.00
NO. 15 MIXTURE
For Permanent Mowing or Grazing
_ This mixture in carefully measured proportions contains the following list of grasses and Clovers best adapted to permanent pasturage and mow- ing: Rye Grasses, Orchard Grass, Chewing’s Fescue, Kentucky Bluegrass, Red Top, Meadow Fescue, Timothy, Red Clover, Alsike Clover and Ladino White Clover. Sow 43 lbs. per acre.
5 Ibs. $2.95, 10 Ibs. $5.75, 25 lbs. $13.75, 100 Ibs. $52.00
Clovers, Field Seeds and Grains 73
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CLOVERS
Clovers are of vital importance to agriculture in the North and East. They are of particular value as forage crops and also as green manure. Their long, powerful tap-roots penetrate to great depths, loosen the soil, admit air and they have the faculty of taking nitrogen from the air and making available much of the inert plant food of the soil. When sown alone, use 15 lbs. per acre. Inoculate with Nodogen.
Alsike (Trifolium hybridum). A very hardy perennial Clover valuable as a forage crop and for soil improvement Alsike is often sown with Tim- othy and Red Clover to be used as hay and produces a crop of superior quality. It is very free flowering and attractive to bees.
Lb. 70c., 5 lbs. $3.20, 10 Ibs. $6.00, 25 lbs. $14.00, 100 Ibs. $54.00
Bokhara or White Sweet (Melilotus alba). An excellent legume for plow- ing under asa green manure. If cut before it becomes too coarse, it makes very satifsactory hay. Although not relished by livestock as much as Alfalfa, it will grow on soils much too poor for Alfalfa. A valuable crop for beekeepers. Not suitable for lawns.
‘ Lb. 35c., 5 Ibs. $1.60, 10 Ibs. $3.00, 25 lbs. $7.00, 100 Ibs. $27.00
Crimson (Trifolium incarnatum). A rapid growing annual of great value where only one crop is desired. Excellent for plowing under to improve poor soils.
Lb. 35c., 5 lbs. $1.60, 10 lbs. $3.00, 25 lbs. $7.00, 100 Ibs. $27.00
Ladino White. A mammoth White Clover from the Pacific Northwest hardy in New England. Valuable in any pasture or for permanent mowing. Not for lawns.
Lb. $2.00, 5 lbs. $9.50, 10 Ibs. $18.00, 25 lbs. $42.50, 100 lbs. $160.00
Medium Red (Trifolium pratense). This is the common Red Clover and by far the most important variety. It may be sown alone or in com- bination with various other forage plants. A highly nutritive forage crop and valuable too for plowing under to improve soils. It will grow on a wide variety of soils but will not tolerate poorly drained land.
Lb. 70c., 5 Ibs. $3.20, 10 Ibs. $6.00, 25 Ibs. $14.00. 100 Ibs. $54.00
Mammoth Pea Vine (Trifolium pratense magnum). Of ranker growth than Medium Red but longer lasting, therefore better for plowing under to improve exhausted soils.
Lb. 70c., 5 Ibs. $3.20, 10 Ibs. $6.00, 25 Ibs. $14.00, 100 Ibs. $54.00
Wild White. A hardy, persistent variety of creeping habit which is excel- lent in lawn mixtures where Clover is desired. Highly recommended for pasture mixtures. It will stand extremely close cropping, and it blos- soms much less than the ordinary White Clover. The leaves are small and blend readily with other grasses to form a thick dense turf. This type of Clover may eventually supersede the older variety.
M4 Ib. 65c., lb. $2.00, 5 lbs. $9.50, 10 Ibs. $18.00, 25 Ibs. $42.50
White Dutch (Trifolium repens). This is the Clover which has been used so widely in lawn grass mixtures. It will grow ina great variety of soils but is most luxuriant on alkaline soils where it receives plenty of moisture. White Clover is also a splendid pasture plant and because of its high nutritive value the hay is very desirable for cattle.
M4 lb. 50c,, Ib. $1.50, 5 Ibs. $7.00, 10 lbs. $13.50, 25 Ibs $31.59
Yellow Sweet (Melilotus officinalis). Except for the color of its blossoms this variety is similar to and is used for the same purposes as Bokhara or White Sweet Clover described above.
Lb. 25c., 5 Ibs. $1.20, 10 Ibs. $2.25, 25 lbs. $5.25, 100 lbs. $20.00
CORN, Field Varieties
(Sow up to 20 lbs. to the acre)
Breck’s Hybrid Yellow Sweepstakes. A recently developed hybrid, obtained by combining four different inbred strains of Dent Corn. As high as 29 tons of good ensilage per acre have been secured here on New England farms during the past few years. This is remarkable in latitudes as far north as Concord, N. H. The growth is distinctly heavier, more leafy, with larger ears and a deeper, richer green color than any ensilage Corn in this vicinity.
7 lbs. (44 pk.) $1.00, 14 lbs. (pk.) $1.90, 56 Ibs. (bu.) $7.00
Early Yellow Canada. An extra-early, 8-rowed Flint variety with large kernels and small cobs. Ears of medium size. A popular sort in northern New England.
7 Ibs. (4% pk.) 60c., 14 Ibs. (pk.) $1.10, 56 lbs. (bu.) $4.00
Improved Leaming. A Yellow Dent variety, very valuable for ensilage. The plants are tall, with a large amount of foliage. Each stalk usually produces two good long ears with small red cobs, well filled with large, deep, golden kernels.
, 7 Ibs. (144 pk.) 45c., 14 Ibs. (pk.) 85c., 56 Ibs. (bu.) $3.00
Longfellow. The variety most widely grown in New England. An early 8-rowed Flint Corn with long ears and comparatively small cobs, filled to the tips with large, broad kernels.
7 Ibs. (14 pk.) 60c., 14 Ibs. (pk.) $1.10, 56 lbs. (bu.) $4.00
GRAINS AND FIELD SEEDS
Alfalfa, Grimsum—Certified Seed (Medicago sativa). An exceptional peren- nial plant widely grown for both green fodder and cured hay. It has a very high nutritive value and is greatly relished by cattle. Alfalfa is a very deep-rooted perennial plant and will furnish a greater amount of valuable food over a long period of years without reseeding than any other plant grown. In spite of its long life, it does not impoverish the soil, because, being a legume it derives a great deal of its nourishment from the atmosphere. Since it is deep rooting, it will stand a great deal of dry weather. The strain we offer is particularly suited to New Eng- land soils and conditions. Inoculate with Nodogen.
Lb. 95c., 5 lbs. $4.50, 10 Ibs. $8.50, 25 lbs. $20.00, 100 lbs. $76.00
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BUCKWHEAT, Japanese. The largest and best variety. It is grown ex- tensively as an article of food but is also used as a quick growing cover crop for turning in to improve soils. 1 Ib. will sow 200 square feet, 1144 bushels to an acre. 6 lbs. (4% pk.) 50c.,
12 Ibs. (pk.) 95c., 24 Ibs. (14 bu.) $1.75, 48 lbs. (bu.) $3.00
MILLET, Golden (Panicum liliaceum var.) This is an excellent crop for cutting and feeding green, for its yield is large and the luxuriant, juicy foliage is very much relished by cattle. Sow at the rate of 50 Ibs. per acre. Weight, 50 Ibs. per bushel.
5 lbs. 95c., 10 lbs. $1.80, 25 lbs. $4.25, 100 Ibs. $16.00
MILLET, Hungarian (Panicum germaniacum). This variety matures earlier than the preceding and is of value as one of the quickest catch crops for hay. It has a remarkable resistance to drought and will re- main fresh and green when other vegetation is parched. Also used widely as green feed. Sow at the rate of 50 lbs. per acre.
5 Ibs. 70c., 10 lbs. $1.35, 25 lbs. $3.15, 100 Ibs. $12.00
MILLET, Japanese (Panicum crus-galli). Distinct from other varieties. An enormous cropper, over 6 feet high, excellent either green or as cured hay. Broadcast at the rate of 25 Ibs. per acre: in drills 18 inches apart, sow 15 lbs. to the acre. Weight about 35 lbs. per bushel,
5 lbs. 70c., 10 lbs. $1.35, 25 lbs. $3.15, 100 Ibs. $12.00
OATS, Breck’s King. A variety of splendid vigor, hardiness and produc- tivity. In addition to their value as human food, Oats are the best grain feed for horses and they are also used as a cover crop and for green manure to improve impoverished soils. Sow at the rate of 1 lb. to 100 square feet, or 3 bushels to the acre. 4 lbs. (4 pk.) 40c.,
8 lbs. (pk.) 75c., 16 Ibs. (14 bu.) $1.25, 32 lbs. (bu.) $2.00
RAPE, Dwarf Essex. A broadleaved plant of the Cabbage family which is greatly relished by sheep and hogs. It is widely used as a pasture plant and provides a great amount of forage. Sow broadcast at the rate of 6 to 8 lbs. to the acre.
Lb. 35c., 5 lbs. $1.60, 10 Ibs. $3.00, 25 Ibs. $7.00, 100 lbs. $27.00
RYE, Rosen Winter. This is the most desirable variety for New England. It may be used for either Summer or Autumn plantings. It is usually sown after other crops are harvested and will grow well into the Winter, to be plowed in early the following Spring: thus soil may be improved without losing a season’s crop and soil erosion during Winter is prevented. Sow at the rate of 1 lb. to 150 square feet or 2 bushels to the acre.
7 lbs. 50c., 14 lbs. (pk.) 95c., 28 Ibs. $1.75, 56 lbs. (bu.) $3.00
RYE, Spring. Rye is raised extensively as a grain for human consump- tion, but in this section of the country its chief use is for cover crops or for green manure purposes. It is often sown with Vetch to prevent soil erosion and to turn in to improve soils. Sow at the rate of 1 lb. to 100 square feet or 114 bushels to the acre. 7 lbs. (% pk.) 65c.,
14 lbs. (pk.) $1.15, 28 Ibs. (14 bu.) $2.00, 56 Ibs. (bu.) $4.00
SOYBEANS, Manchu, Yellow Seeded. This variety is particularly desir- able in this se: tion of the country for hay, ensilage, and also for plowing in to improve the soil. Sow in drills at the rate of 100 lbs. per acre.
5 lbs. 45c., 10 lbs. 85c., 25 lbs. $2.10, 100 lbs. $8.00
SOYBEANS, Wilson, Black Seeded. Rank growing variety used for same purpose as above, producing a very valuable crop. Sow in drills at rate ot 100 Ibs. per acre. 5 lbs. 45c., 10 lbs. 85c., 25 lbs. $2.10, 100 lbs. $8.00
SOYBEANS, Yellow. A large-growing, yellow-seeded variety especially suitable for ensilage and plowing under. Sow at the rate of 100 Ibs. per acre. 5 lbs. 45c., 10 Ibs. 85c., 25 lbs. $2.10, 100 Ibs. $8.00
SOYBEANS, Edible—Sce page 10.
VETCH, Spring (Vicia sativa). Very much like common peas in growth and general appearance. An annual legume. Valuable as a Summer forage when sown early in Spring on well-cultivated and enriched ground at the rate of 14 bushel Vetch and 2 bushels Grain (Barley or Oats) per acre. Weight, 60 lbs. per bushel.
5 Ibs. 95c., 10 Ibs. $1.80, 25 lbs. $4.25, 100 lbs. $16.00
VETCH, Winter (Vicia villosa). Growth and appearance like Spring Vetch. Valuable as a cover-crop or for early Spring forage. In this lati- tude seed should be sown before September 15th so that the plants may become well established before cold weather. It is customary to sow from 30 to 60 lbs. of Winter Vetch with 90 Ibs. Winter Wheat or Winter Rye per acre. If sown alone, broadcast 1 bushel per acre. Weight, 60 Ibs. per bushel. 5 lbs. $1.20, 10 Ibs. $2.25, 25 Ibs. $5.25, 100 lbs. $20.00
WHEAT, Marquis Spring. Wheat is, of course, the grain that is most largely used in the manufacture of products for human consumption. It is also of value as a feed for livestock, but in our section of the country it is grown for hay, for its straw which is used for bedding livestock, and for a green manure crop. This variety is a heavy cropping type for Spring planting. The kernel is dark red, hard, and plump. It is beardless, with smooth yellow chaff, and it is particularly valuable because of its earliness. Sow at the rate of 1 lb. to 200 square feet, or 2 bushels to the acre. 714 lbs. (44 pk.) 50c.,
15 Ibs. (pk.) 85c., 30 Ibs. (14 bu.) $2.00, 60 Ibs. (bu.) $3.50
NOTICE
{—S-ON ALL ORDERS TOTALLING $2.50 OR MORE Within 20 miles of Boston which is our free delivery zone, we deliver without charge all Grasses, Grains and Field Seeds listed on pages 72 and 73. To all points in the U. S. A. beyond 20 miles from Boston we make the customer a transportation allowance of 40c. per each 100 lbs. of gross weight regardless of destination.
—=S-ON ALL ORDERS TOTALLING LESS THAN $2.50 Customers pay transportation charges. Therefore, when order- ing, please add postage at the zone rates (see page 1B) provided you want parcel post delivery. Orders not sent by parcel post are shipped via express collect.
andy Climbing Roses
The Hardy Climbing Roses are easier to grow and produce a finer display at one time than any other flower. New varicties have been produced re- cently which are finer in every respect than the clustered-blooming, small- flowered type which used to be so popular. Climbing Roses may be used for many ornamental effects and never disappoint. : ‘ |
Train them on fences, posts or trellises and they will make colorful dis- plays in the early Summer. In this list there are recently developed varieties that have recurring bloom following the first smashing show of early Summer.
Dormant plants are ready for shipment as early in the Spring as the ground is workable. Plant them early and liberally. For those who must plant late we supply pot-grown plants after May 10. We recommend early
planting of our selected dormant plants. a 4. Great Climbers
One of each as illustrated on this page BLAZE DOUBLOONS | DR. NICOLAS NEW DAWN |
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Blaze (Pat. 10). An everblooming form of Paul’s Scarlet Climber, with the same clusters of vivid red flowers continuously produced on strong plants all season. Truly a remarkable Rose.
Dormant, $1.00 each; Potted, $1.25 each
Climbing American Beauty. Handsome buds and flow- ers of beautiful deep rose, freely produced on fine, early-blooming plants of moderate vigor.
Dormant, 75c. each; Potted, $1.00 each
Dr. W. Van Fleet. Exquisitely shaped buds and flowers of pale flesh-pink, borne on long, strong stems; superb for cutting. The flowers resemble fine Hybrid Tea Roses.
Dormant, 75c. each; Potted, $1.00 each
Doubloons (Pat. 152). This is a vigorous climber with heavy wood and handsome, glossy foliage. When in bloom the whole plant is literally covered with clusters Jacotte. An energetic climber, with Holly-like foliage
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of Jarge, fragrant, golden yellow blooms. Dormant, $1.00 each; Potted, $1.25 each Golden Glow (Pat. 263). Large, fragrant, spectrum yellow double flowers of extreme beauty are freely produced on plants with dark green, healthy foliage. Strong, growing TOM. Dormant, $1.00 each; Potted, $1.25 each
of great beauty. The buds are large, burning coppery orange, opening to big, handsome shining orange- yellow flowers, fragrant and long lasting. Dormant, 75c. each; Potted, $1.00 each Mary Wallace. Bright, luminous pink flowers borne on long, sturdy stems, excellent for cutting. A fine, hardy climber, popular all over the country. Dormant, 75c. each; Potted, $1.90 each Mrs. Arthur Curtiss James (Golden Climber) (Pat. 28) Large, clear Sunflower yellow blossoms on 12 to 1S in stems. Strong, glossy leaved climber. Does not flower until well established. Dormant, $1.00 each; Potted, $1.25 each New Dawn (Pat. 1). An everblooming form of the al- ways popular Dr. Van Fleet. The first plant in America to be patented. It has aroused great enthu- siasm everywhere and good plants are scarce. The dainty, flesh-pink flowers are produced from early Summer until freezing weather. Dormant, $1.50 each; Potted, $1.75 each Paul’s Scarlet Climber. A popular Climbing Rose of moderate vigor, highly prized for its clusters of me- dium-sized, vivid scarlet flowers which remain for a long period. Dormant, 75c. each; Potted, $1.00 each Silver Moon. Superb climber of enormous vigor, cov- ering a great area within a short time. Flowers are very large, single, pure white, with a center of bright golden yellow stamens. Dormant, 75c. each; Potted, $1.00 each Spanish Beauty (Mme. Gregoire Staechelin). A sensa- tional Climbing Rose. Remarkably vigorous growth and huge buds of vinous crimson, opening pearl-pink; flowers splashed with wine color on the outer petals. Dormant, 75c. each; Potted, $1.00 each
A SENSATIONAL CLIMBER = THAT KEEPS ON BLOOMING!
Dr. J. H. Nicolas. Immense blooms like ‘‘Hybrid Teas’’—beautiful, deep rose pink; very double, and with a fragrance rich and enduring. Strong tendency | to recurring bloom through Summer and early Fall. | Dormant, $1.50 each; Potted, $1.75 each
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BRECK’S HYBRID TEA ROSES
In this classification are found the very finest Roses for general garden use and for cutting. A good many of the vena that ee offer represent Roses that have “stood the test of time” and many of them will be found as the backbone of some of the country ue an ae extensive private and municipal Rose gardens. The balance of the list takes in Roses of recent introduction that have shown themselves, under careful test, to be outstanding, and particularly well suited to the climatic conditions of the Eastern Seaboard.
The plants of Hybrid Tea Roses, under normal growing conditions, will average 18 to 24 inches high. These plants bloom continuously with a heavy bloom in June, scattering bloom all Summer, and another heavy bloom in the early Autumn.
We urge early Spring planting in the case of all dormant stock. Plant Rose bushes as soon as you receive them. Don’t expose them to drying conditions. All varieties in LARGE TYPE are illustrated in color.
Three or more DORMANT Rose bushes to one address are shipped postpaid. When ordering one or two dormant Roses, please add 10c. postage. All potted Roses are shipped by express.
APRICOT QUEEN (Pat. 464). A very distinguished Rose of most recent intros HEARTS DESIRE (Pat. 501). Winner of the All America
duction, with rich, fruity fragrance, and of a color that arrests attention and compels Gold Medal for 1942. Superb deep velvety crimson blossoms admiration. Burnt orange buds open to 4-inch blooms of the most gorgeous coppery that in bud or full bloom represent the ultimate in per- orange pink, with gold at the base of the petals. The plants are bushy with bronzy fection of form. The buds are long and pointed with a green, healthy foliage. Outstanding. Dormant, $1.25 each; Potted, $1.50 each curious habit of opening very slowly, thus eee a the BETTY UPRICHARD. Handsome blooms of delicate salmon-pink with coppery bloom period. This magnificent Rose is intensely fragrant. i rse si i i F oie ee We believe it will prove to be the finest red Rose so far carmine on the reverse side of the petals and with a delightful verbena-like fragrance. : Z Sans h: Potted, $1.75 ja Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each introduced. Dormant, $1.50 each; Potted, $l./o eac CALEDONIA. Large, pure white very double slightly fragrant blooms on long strong Joanna Hill. One of America’s greatest Rose growers named stems. The leathery foliage is of a deep dark green color. One of the best white- this perfectly formed Rose after his daughter. No variety flowered varieties. Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each has enjoyed greater or more deserved popularity. Attractive CHRISTOPHER STONE. A new Rose of extreme interest buds of orange yellow open to orange centered cream colored and beauty with all the qualities that a Gold Medal blooms. Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Winner should have. We are very enthusiastic about it. The brilliant, velvety scarlet flowers never show a trace of fading or a tendency to ‘‘blue.” A good grower and bloomer, with a strong damask fragrance. Truly outstanding. Dormant, $1.00 each; Potted, $1.25each
Kaiserin Auguste Viktoria. By many well posted Ros- arians, this magnificent white Rose is still undefeated in its class. Long strong stems. Very large blooms of purest white with slight lemon yellow tinge in the deep center. Delightfully fragrant. We subscribe to the belief that this variety actually gives more satisfaction year in and year out than any other white Rose that has been introduced.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
MANDALAY. Long pointed buds which unfold into very large, high centered blooms of clear, unfading, light gold. A hardy and prolific grower with heavy dark green foliage. Always in bloom. Dormant, $2.00 each; Potted, $2.25 each
Margaret McGredy. Strong, bushy, free-flowering plants, producing an abundance of double, cup-shaped blooms of orange-scarlet, turning to carmine-rose. Highly re-
commended. Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
MARY MARGARET McBRIDE (Pat. 537). Long pointed buds opening to deep coral-pink blooms suf- fused with shimmering gold at the base of the petals. As the flowers mature the color gradually lightens to clear sal- mon pink. Luxuriant, leathery, deep green foliage. Delight- ful fragrance. Dormant, $1.50 each; Potted, $1.75 each
CONDESA DE SASTAGO. A fine, two-toned Rose with very large, double flowers, cupped and fragrant. Oriental red inside and rich gold on the reverse. Foliage large and glossy.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Countess Vandal (Pat. 38). Introduced a few years ago land, and now becoming extremely popular. The pointed orange-copper. The large, double flowers are brilliant pink, mon, yellow at the base. Fragrant. Foliage large and leathery.
Dormant, $1.00 each; Potted, $1.25 each
Crimson Glory (Pat. 105). Probably the finest crimson Rose introduced since Etoile de Hollande. Large, urn-shaped buds and splendidly formed open flowers of intensely deep, vivid crimson with blackish shadings. It has the rich, old-time Rose fragrance.
Dormant, $1.00 each; Potted, $1.25 each
Dickson’s Red (Pat. 376). A gorgeous red Rose, with large, full blooms on long stems. Ideal for cutting. A soft mellow fragrance adds to its charms. It will retain its colorin the hottest sun. In 1940 this Rose received first award in the All America Rose Selections for Hybrid Teas. Dormant, $1.25 each; Potted, $1.50 each
ECLIPSE (Pat. 172). Long, streamlined buds, rich golden yellow without shading. Flowers large, rather loosely formed, of same golden yellow color, mild fragrance. Stock very limited this year. Dormant, $1.25 each; Potted, $1.50 each
Eternal Youth (Pat. 332). Long-pointed, perfectly-formed, buds of a beautiful soft pink with yellow at the base of each petal. The half-opened flowers retain their high center and rich pink coloring. When fully open, the flowers are double, clear pink, suffused with a touch of salmon, with deep yellow stamens. A vigorous grower with abundant foliage. Dormant, $1.25 each; Potted, $1.50 each
ETOILE DE HOLLANDE. Plants of excellent habit, producing a steady succession of long, pointed, glorious, scarlet-crimson buds, opening to rich intensely, fragrant, slowing red flowers of superb texture. Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Grenoble. A Rose of noble lineage and fine form, with straight, stiff flower stems and strong plant habit. The blooms are sparkling red. Reliable in every way.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
f from Hol- buds are lighted sal-
McGredy’s Ivory. Originally introduced as Portadown Ivory. The long- pointed buds open to large flowers of creamy white, with a soft yellow base. A wonderful white Rose with outstanding fragrance.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Mme. Joseph Perraud. The long orange buds open to very fragrant, orange buff flowers which show pale pink at the edges of the petals. A wonderful Rose for exhibition purposes.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Mme. Jules Bouche. Beautifully formed, pointed buds open to pure white flowers with a very faint pinkish tinge at the center. The strong, well branched plants are always in bloom.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
MRS. E.P.-THOM. One of the very finest yellow Roses of recent introduc- tion. Long pointed buds develop into large, well formed, fragrant blooms of deep canary-yellow. Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Mrs. Henry Morse. An outstanding light pink bedding Rose, combining two contrasting tones of pink with an underlying yellow glow. Fragrant, large, double blooms. Continuously in flower.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Mrs. Pierre S. Du Pont. A grand yellow Rose producing beautifully formed buds of rich golden-yellow. A profuse and reliable bloomer. Fragrant. Highly recommended. Dormant, 85c. each: Potted, $1.10 each
Mrs. Sam McGredy. An outstanding Rose. Exquisite flowers of scarlet orange, changing to copper as the blooms mature. Delicately fragrant. Strong branching plants with healthy foliage.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Ophelia. A perfect Rose for cutting. The creamy white flowers are suf- fused with pink shades of shell-like delicacy. No garden should be without this very lovely variety. Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Pink Dawn. The deep pink buds open to flowers of a lively pink with or- ange bases. Intensely fragrant. The plants havea strong, upright habit. Considered one of the best of the modern pink Roses.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
President Herbert Hoover. There is no finer garden Rose than this one. The plants have astonishing vigor and produce long, handsomely shaped yellow buds, deeply stained with maroon and copper. These open to big, half-double flowers of soft straw-yellow, flushed with deep rose on the outer surface. Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
PRESIDENT MACIA. Perfect buds of lovely clear pink marked with heavy veins of a darker shade. They open to huge blooms of flesh-pink warmed by a yellow flush toward the base. The reverse of the petals is the same rich pink of the buds. Fruity fragrance.
Dormant, $1.25 each; Potted, $1.50 each
The Loveliest Single Rose in Existence
DAINTY BESS
Clematis-like flowers measure 2% to 3 inches across. The flesh pink petals with an odd old-rose tone on the backs, contrast charmingly with the large, flat clusters of dull crimson filaments that make up the centers. Very quaint and very lovely.
Dormant, $1.00 each; 3 for $2.75: Potted, $1.25 each; 3 for $3.50
The name of this charming Rose is indeed most appropriate. Its
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Prince Felix (De Luxembourg). Large, full, well-formed blooms of velvety carmine-red, with darker shading. A red Rose that does not change its color in the sun. Very fragrant. Strong bushy growth.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
R.’M. S. Queen Mary (Pat. 249). Long-pointed buds, open up to well- tormed flowers, blending vivid shades of salmon-pink and orange. A great addiditon to any Rose garden. Delicately fragrant. ee Dormant, $1.25 each; Potted, $1.50 each
Radiance. A two-toned silvery pink Rose that still maintains its enviable position as being ‘‘The Standard Pink Variety.” Very fragrant.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Red Radiance. A sport of Radiance. Identical in form but deep red in
color. Always reliable and deliciously fragrant.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Santa Anita. A new Rose of great charm and beauty, with prolific bloom- ing habit and fine form. The flowers are a deep pink, and in trials several competent judges place this variety high among pink Roseg, with special comment on its Midsummer production of flowers. The plants are mod- erate in growth with clear dark foliage.
Dormant, $1.00 each; Potted, $1.25 each
Snowhird. As its name implies this recently introduced Rose is the purest of pure white, from the bud stage through full bloom. Pleasingly fra- grant, and generous in its bloom throughout the season. Plants are compact and healthy. Dormant, 85. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Talisman. The first of the bicolors that shook the Rose world to its foundations. Still popular and deservedly so. Scarlet splashes on yellow- gold, and luminous rose ground.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
TEXAS CENTENNIAL. Vermillion red. A tall growing and distinguished sport of the ever popular Rose Pres. Herbert Hoover.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
Ville de Paris. Clear yellow without a trace of shading. Erect plants
produce beautifully shaped flowers on long, strong stems.
Dormant, 85c. each; Potted, $1.10 each
HYBRID PERPETUAL ROSES
The varieties which belong to this class make heavy bushes 3 to 6 feet tall and bear a profusion of fine, bold flowers in early Summer and a few scanty blooms from then until Autumn when a fair second crop is pro- duced. Hardier than Hybrid Teas.
Prices: Dormant plants, 85c. each. Potted plants, $1.10 each
Frau Karl Druschki. Largest white Rose of any class; beautifully shaped and enormous. Flowers freely throughout the season when established.
General Jacqueminot. A popular old favorite with almost double, beau- tifully pointed flowers of scarlet-crimson; intensely fragrant.
Henry Nevard. A mammoth bloom of most perfect form and a frequent winner as “Most Beautiful Rose in the Show.’’ It is velvety crimson in color and very fragrant. Stems are often 2 feet long.
Mme. Albert Barbier. Color identical to that of the lovely Mrs. Aaron Ward—buff, salmon, and yellow. The large blooms are artistically nested in handsome foliage and have long stems for cutting.
Mrs. John Laing. A very popular Rose of erect habit, with cup shaped flowers of glowing pink.
S. M. Gustave V. A comparatively new variety of very real merit. The large attractive cherry red blooms of fine form are produced not only in June but throughout the season.
3 Top Flight Roses for 1943
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will delight every single person who #i™ f V plants it. Pinocchio has everything : that a dainty little bedding Rose should have to send it to the top of the ladder of fame. That’s where this new little gem is headed—the top, the very top. Order early and plant at least three cof them. For full description, see page 80. Dormant plants, each $1.25, 3 for $3.15, 12 for $12.50. For prices of pot- grown plants see p. 80.
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Named for gracious Mary Margaret McBride, noted author and radio personality, beloved in millions of homes from coast to coast.
The fragrant, double blooms are large and high centered. The pointed ends of deep coral pink and shimmering gold open gradually and the color lightens to an exquisite shade of soft, yet clear salmon pink, but it does not fade in the hottest Summer months. Blooms continuously. Dormant, $1.50 each, Potted, $1.75 each
BRECK’S SUPER COLLECTION OF FIVE OUTSTANDING ROSES — - HEART'S DESIRE ‘T) = ECLIPSE (2)
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FLORIBUNDA ROSES
The Floribundas are new!! These recently developed, large-flowered types produce blossoms of Hybrid Tea quality in a steady procession of colorful bloom. They quite overshadow and throw into the discard the miniature, closely-clustered flowers of the old Baby Ramblers or Polyanthas.
All Summer long, from June until Thanksgiving, and especially while the Hybrid Tea Roses are resting from their early season of abundant bloom, these tremendousely worthwhile and altogether charming Roses literally ‘“‘bloom their heads off,’’ and help to create that all-important Midsummer smash of color that all flower lovers strive for in their borders.
Plant them with confidence, because they will surprise you and please you in every way ! Floribundas grow vigorously into compact spreading bushes clothed with disease-free dark green foliage, and topped with billows of colorful bloom. Read the descriptions of the following varieties. Select your favorite colors, and make a beginning with these really choice, large-flowered bush Roses. Incidentally they are perfectly hardy, which is another extremely important point in their favor.
Betty Prior (Pat. 340). Clusters of glorious dark carmine flowers are produced in unbroken succession on strong, upright plants. The flowers are 3 to 4 inches across, fragrant, and with light pink shading inside the petals. 2 to 3 feet. 85c. each, $8.50 per dozen
Donald Prior (Pat. 377). Semi-double, cup-shaped flowers of bright scarlet, flushed crimson. Fragrant and extremely free blooming. Foli- age dark green. Plants strong, growing to 3 feet.
$5c. each, $8.50 per dozen
Else Poulsen. Large, single flowers of brilliant rose pink, borne continuously in sprays on plants of erect habit. Fine, clean foliage. Very highly recom- mended. A very charming variety that never fails to please. 3 feet.
85c. each, $8.50 per dozen
Gruss an Aachen. An outstanding bed- ding Rose with flowers of Hybrid Tea character. Plants dwarf. Orange-red and yellow buds open to large, delicate yel- low and pink flowers of great charm. 2 feet. 85c. each, $8.50 per dozen
Joyous (Pat. 381). Rose-pink buds open- ing to clear pink, remaining clear and unmottled throughout the life of the flower. Exceptionally free-blooming. Fine for cutting. 2 to 3 feet.
85c. each, $8.50 per dozen
Summer Snow. Beautiful clusters of fully double snow white flowers. Elu- sively fragrant.
85c. each, $8.50 per dozen
Cecile Brunner. This is an oak-hardy, miniature-flowered Polyantha of truly rare beauty and form. Its tiny, shell- pink flowers, of perfect Rose bud form and Lilliputian size, are borne in graceful sprays throughout the season. 21% feet.
Dormant,-85c. each, 3 for $2.25 Potted, $1.00 each, 3 for $2.75
(Pat. 484) (Illustrated in color on Page 78)
The last word in dainty and profuse blooming Floribundas, with long pointed buds of the most exquisite salmon flushed with gold at the base. The blooms, like miniature Hybrid Teas open to a soft, clear pink which gradually deepens toward the edges of the petals. The plants which grow between 20 and 24 inches high are ex- tremely hardy and very disease-resistant. Throughout the season they produce hundreds of blooms in great clusters. The flowers are truly exotic in their fruity fragrance.
Dormant plants, each $1.25 3 for $3.15, 12 for $12.50
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“GOLDEN ROSE FE CHINA
<——— (Father Hugo’s Rose)
A GLORIOUS GOLDEN SHOWER OF BLOOM IN MAY
From the bleak wastes of Western China comes ‘‘Father Hugo’s’” Rose. Generations of struggle to survive have imparted a hardiness seldom found in the Rose family.
This graceful shrub with its arching branches of golden flowers comes into bloom at the same time as the Darwin Tulips, and where these two Spring gar- den subjects are used together in working out a bulb garden planting, a truly rare picture of beauty may easily and inexpensively be painted. As an informal shrub in hardy borders or as an accent point in landscaping, the Golden Rose of China is most useful. The single flowers are 2 inches across. The foliage is fernlike. See the picture in the center of this page. $1.00 each, 3 for $2.75
OTHER SHRUB ROSES
Harison’s Yellow. The fine, old fashioned bush Rose which grows in old farmyards and gardens all over New England. Thousands of bright yellow, semi-double flowers in long sprays adorn its spreading branches in early Summer. 85c. each, $8.50 per dozen
Rosa Rugosa. This is the original Wild Rose from Northern Japan and Siberia. The large, single, crepe-textured flowers are bright rosy-red, unceasingly produced throughout the entire season. A very handsome shrub as a border plant and recommended unreservedly as the most valuable, and hardy and satisfactory flowering shrub for seaside plant- ing. No matter how bleak the location may be, this shrub Rose will survive gales, sleet storms and repeated lashing by salt spray.
75c. each, $7.50 per dozen
GROUND COVER ROSE
Rosa Wichuraiana. “The Memorial Rose,’’ as it is often called, has the purest of -Ppure white flowers, which are carried in clusters, above the mat of shiny green foliage that densely covers the ground. Excellent for underplanting, or for preventing erosion on steep banking. The foliage is almost evergreen. 85c. each, 3 for $2.50
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FRAGRANT GARDEN COLLECTION
“Pleasant Living” was something that our parents and our grandparents enjoyed. Their gardens were an integral part of home life. To us, in these days of stress our gardens are no less important. With these thoughts in mind we offer the following Fragrant Garden Collection of plants that are True and Tried, strong growing, and wholly satisfying in every way.
3 Fragrant Heliotropes 3 Snow White Nicotianas 1 Aromatic Oswego Tea (Red) 1 Lemon Verbena
1 Aromatic Oswego Tea (Salmon) 1 Rose Geranium 1}[Sweet Lavender 1 Southernwood
DIANTHUS ‘“‘OLD SPICE”’
A rare new Clove Pink, and hardy as an Oak. Habit of growth is neat, cushion-like and compact. Stems are 12 inches tall. It flowers all summer long. The beautiful salmon pink blossoms have a spicy fragrance that even the old time pinks of grandmothers’ garden could not boast of. Fred Rockwell of the New York Times says of this wonderful Dianthus: “Tt is one of the finest new border flowers in a decade’. We agree. You will never regret adding this to the list of your choicest garden plants.
60c. each © $1.50 for 3 © $5.00 doz. CUSHION “MUM” COLLECTION
No garden, large or small, can be really complete without these reliably hardy, and amazingly floriferous plants. The collection | we offer comprises one pink, one white, one yellow, and one bronzy-gold cushion chrysanthemum plant and a sturdy strong plant of the outstanding Red variety ‘‘Santa Claus’. This is “a real buy’’. The 5 plants separately priced represent a $2.00
value. We offer this collection for $1 65 Postpaid 10 Plants (2 of each) $2.95 Postpaid.
COLLECTION of CHOICE HARDY PHLOX
A landscape architect of international reputation once said that ‘‘no truly color- ful hardy garden border can be worked out without planting several carefully chosen varieties of hardy Phlox.’’ No one can dispute this statement. We _ be- lieve that the following six varieties of Hardy Garden Phlox represent an almost ideal selection of the choicest pure colors to be found in the whole Phlox family today.
Mrs. Jenkins. Pure white. Annie Cook. Flesh pink. George Stipp. Clear salmon pink. Leo Schlageter. Cherry red. Camillo Schneider. Scarlet. Maid Marian. Lavender-lilac.
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You can have a garden—a real garden—that you will be able to enjoy for many years if you plant this group of extra choice hardy plants. Picked by experts, they represent the best in modern perennials.
Chinese Bellflower
(Platycodon) 3 COLLECTIONS (24 plants in
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For other noteworthy plant collections that may hap- pily be combined with the above, see preceding page
Chrysanthemum, asada For three $1.00
Delphiniu Pacific Hybrids For three $1.2!
Shasta Daisy, White Swan For three $1.00
Aquilegia, Crimson Star (Above) For three $1.00 Aster, Harrington’s Pink (Below) For three $1.00
Campanula glomerata, Midnight Blue (Below) For three 90c.
Hemerocallis Hyperion For three
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1 Bristol Ruby Weigela 1 Mallow Collection 3 Royal Robe Violets
Bristol Ruby WEIGELA
Of all the shrubs, none are more genuinely desirable than the Weigelas. Bristol Ruby is new. It is outstanding. It tops the entire list. The flowers are a rich ruby red, shading to garnet crimson—as magnificent as a vintage Burgundy. The shapely, thrifty plants have rich, green foliage. A hardy and wholly satisfactory shrub of outstand- | ing merit. |
2- to 3- foot plants $425 Each ® $325 for 3
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New Viele ROYAL ROBE
By establishing a planting of this really outstanding Violet in your garden you will be making a fragrant and colorful addition to your choicest plant collection. “Royal Robe’’ is really choice. The picture tells the story better than any words. The color is a lustrous shade of deepest violet blue. The stems are long, the flowers are fragrant, the plants are strong growers. If Violets mean to you what they do to us you will want “Royal Robe’”’ this year. Order early and plant early! This is aa must:
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MALLOWS
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The flowers of these new creations are unbelievably beautiful. They represent a tremendous advance over any other Mallows you have ever seen.
(HIBISCUS)
Betsy Ross (Jilustrated). Pure white, wine red eye. May Hayslip. Rich, deep crimson, golden stamens. ; . foc. each Mrs. W. H. Allen. Bright clear pink, rich red eye. +e : 75c. each
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Rode Daphne DAPHNE CNEORUM
This is a well-known dwarf evergreen shrub; notable for its clusters of fragrant pink, Mayflower-like blossoms that completely cover the plant in May and June, with often a second blooming-season in September. The Rose Daphne forms a low mound of glaucous green about 1 foot high, spreading to a diameter of 2 or 3 feet at maturity; it thrives in sun or partial shade.
Shapely plants, 9 to 12 inches across, $1.35 each
THREE FINE BUDDLEIAS
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Buddleias are sometimes called ‘“‘Summer Lilacs.’’ They are very lovely, and from all true flower lovers they deserve more attention. In the garden they are most effective. For cutting they are hard to beat as they particularly lend them- selves to flower arrangements. Here are three of the best ones.
Charming. Delicate lavender pink. Leen eye cies 75c. each Magnifica. True lilac with yellow eye. .... Mae 5c. each Ile de France. Rosy purple with a deep violet suffusion. 5c. each
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CLIMBING VINES
Climbing and trailing plants have a distinct place in the garden and home grounds, where they alone can cover walls, fences or arbors, and provide screens against unsightly objects, particularly where ground area is restricted. They should be selected for foliage as well as for flowering values.
LONICERA halliana (Hall's Japanese Honeysuckle). Of vigorous growth, this fragrant, yellowish-white Honeysuckle can be grown in semi-shade as wellas in fullsunlight. Not critical as to soil; frequently used as a ground cover for rough banks.
60c. each, $1.50 for 3, $4.50 for 10
POLYGONUM auberti (Chinese Fleece-vine). This vigorous, rambling climber bears sheets of snowy white flowers from Midsummer until frost. Makes tremendous growth in one season. 90c. each $2.50 for 3
AMPELOPSIS tricuspidata (Boston Ivy). This familiar Ivy clings to any surface, and is in universal use for covering the walls of buildings, where it reaches a great height. Pot-grown plants. 90c. each, $2.50 for 3
HYDRANGEA petiolaris (Climbing Hydrangea). 50 {t. A very beauti- ful, rather rare variety of Climbing Hydrangea, with overlapping, mosiac-like leaves. It produces sheets of round, flat clusters of white flowers in June and July. Will cling to brick or masonry. Very hardy. Strong plants from 3-in. pots. $1.25 each, $3.25 for 3
ARISTOLOCHIA sipho (Dutchman’s Pipe). 25 ft. This very vigorous vine is excellent for porches, its immense, heart-shaped leaves pro- viding a cool, dark shade. The purple flowers are of most curious, pipelike form. Strong plants from 3%-in. pots. $1.25 each, $3.25 for 3
CLEMATIS
CLEMATIS paniculata (Sweet Autumn Clematis). Rapid-growing, notable for its masses of sweet-scented, small white flowers in Sep- tember. 75c. each, $1.95 for 3
CLEMATIS—LARGE-FLOWERING Jackmani. Large purple-blue flowers. The best of the dark blue varieties. 6-in. pots. $1.50 each Henryi. Creamy white. Very large flowers. 6-in. pots. $1.50 each
HARDY HEDGE PLANTS
Many shrubs and evergreens are suitable for hedging purposes. Planted close together and sheared occasionally, they develop a dense, twiggy growth quite unlike their natural habit. These are commonly-used hedge materials.
Japanese Barberry. Excellent for a low hedge, either close sheared or Se growth. 15 to 18 in., $20.00 per 100; 18 to 24 in., $25.00 per :
California Privet. Quick-growing, glossy green, for formal hedges to “finish’’ from 2% to 6 ft. high, where low cost is essential.
Extra heavy. 18 to 24 in., $15.00 per 100; 2 to 3 ft., $18.00 per 100
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Breck’s Lexington-grown, Summer-flowering and fragrant p
lants are well known for their fine quality. Unless otherwise noted they are grown
in individual pots, and are ready for shipment about May 10. Experience has proved that pot-grown plants cannot satisfactorily be shipped by parcel
post, therefore we make al! shipments by express, which insures prompt and safe delivery. All plants offered on this page are shipped separately h
make no®charge for packing.
AGERATUM
6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00
Dwarf Blue. Deep blue, 6 inches.
ALYSSUM
6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00
Little Gem. Pure white, 6 inches.
ANTIRRHINUM — Snapdragon
6 for 65c., doz. $1.20, 100 $8.50 Tall Varieties: Pink, Scarlet, White and Yellow
ASTERS Doz. 60c., 25 $1.00, 100 $2.75 White, Pink, Blue,
Grown in flats.
American Branching. Crimson.
California Giants. White, Peach Blossom, Light Blue, Deep Rose, Dark Purple.
BEGONIAS—Tuberous Rooted
3 for $1.20, doz. $4.00, 25 $7.75 Single and Double-flowered. In colors.
BROWALLIA
6 for $1.20, doz. $2.00, 100 $15.00 Speciosa major. Blue; semi-trailing ; for window boxes.
CALENDULAS
6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00 Breck’s Giant Orange.
Lemon Queen.
CANNAS
3 for 90c., doz. $3.00, 100 $20.00 Eureka. Fine white variety. Green foliage. 4 ft.
Golden Eagle. Golden yellow. Green foliage.
A’ hte
Hungaria. Glowing La France pink. Green foliage. 4 ft.
King Humbert. Orange-scarlet. Bronze foliage. 5 ft.
Wintzer’s Colossal. Vivid scarlet. Green foli- age. 5 ft.
CENTAUREA
6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00 Cyanus (Bachelor's Button). In separate or mixed colors—Red, White, and Blue.
COBAEA
3 for 65c., doz. $2.00, 25 $3.75 -
Scandens (Cup and Saucer Vine) Rapid climber.
COSMOS
6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00 Orange Flare. Brilliant orange.
Sensation. Pink or white.
CYNOGLOSSUM
6 for 65c., doz. $1.20, 100 $8.50 Firmament. Vivid blue Forget-me-not-like
flowers. 15 in.
DAHLIAS 6 for 85c., doz. $1.50, 25 $3.00 Unwin Hybrids. Mixed colors.
GERANIUMS 3 for $1.00, doz. $3.75, 100 $29.00
Alphonse Ricard. Semi-double; bright ver- milion-scarlet.
Beaute Poitevine. Semi-double; light salmon- pink.
La Favorite. The finest double white; continu- ous bloomer.
Radio Red. Double; dazzling, dark scarlet. Sweet-scented. Rose or lemon scented foliage.
HELIOTROPE 3 for 65c., doz. $2.00, 100 $15.00 Royal Fragrance. Enormous heads of purple flowers; fragrant. Old-fashioned Sweet-scented. Noted for its exquisite fragrance.
IVY
English Ivy. 4-in. pots. Each 50c., 6 for $2.75, doz. $5.00 Summer Ivy. For window boxes. 3 for 45c., doz. $1.20, 25 $2.00 LANTANAS 3 for 65c., doz. $2.00, 100 $15.00 Orange-Scarlet, Lilac, Yellow.
LARKSPUR 6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00 Blue, Pink, or White.
LAVATERA 6 for 65c., doz. $1.20, 100 $8.50 Breck’s Sunset. Deep rose-pink. LEMON-VERBENA
3 for $1.00, doz. $3.50 Fragrant foliage. Splendid for mixed bouquets.
LOBELIA 6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00 Crystalj[Palace Compacta. Dwarf, Dark blue.
MARIGOLDS 6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00 Breck’s Sunburst. [Lemon or orange. Dwarf French, Mixed. Guinea Gold. Orange, flushed gold. Yellow Supreme. Moonlight-yellow.
MIGNONETTE
6 for 65c., doz. $1.20, 100 $8.50 Selected Machet.
MORNING-GLORY
3 for 75c., doz. $2.75
Imperial.
Heavenly Blue. Pearly Gates. White.
NICOTIANA — Tobacco Plant 6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00
Affinis. Pure white flowers. Crimson Bedder. Rich wine-red. Breck’s Snowstorm. Pure white.
Customers pay transportation charges in all cases. We from other catalogued items, except pot-grown Roses.
NIEREMBERGIA 3 for 75c., doz. $2.50, 25 $4.75 Purple Robe. Violet-blue. 6 in.
PANSIES 50 for $2.25, 100 $4.00, 250 $9.50 Mixed Colors.
PETUNIAS
Breck’s Ruffled Giants. 6 for 65c., doz. $1.20, 100 $8.50 Lovely salmon-rose. 3 for 50c., doz. $1.75, 25 $3.25 3 for 75c., doz. $2.50
Field-grown.
Glamour.
Double Mixed.
Balcony White. 6 for 65c., doz. $1.20, 100 $8.50
6 for 65c., doz. $1.20, 100 $8.50
6 for 65c., doz. $1.20, 100 $8.50 6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00
PHLOX 6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00 Drummondi, Dwarf. Mixed colors.
SALPIGLOSSIS 6 for 65c., doz. $1.20, 100 $8.50 Mixed or Separate Colors.
SALVIA
Splendens, Bonfire. Scarlet. 6 for 85c., doz. $1.50, 100 $10.00
Farinacea, Blue Bedder. Deep blue. 6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100_$8.00
SCABIOSA — Mourning Bride 6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00 Finest Mixed. All colors.
STOCKS 6 for 65c., doz. $1.20, 100 $8.50 Breck’s Perfection. In colors. Breck’s Apricot Beauty. Soft apricot.
Mauve Queen. Purple Prince.
Rosy Morn.
TORENIA 6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00 Dwarf blue.
VERBENAS
Mammoth. Pink, White, Blue, Scarlet. 6 for 65c., doz. $1.20, 100 $8.50
Fournieri.
Mayflower. 8 for 75c., doz. $2.50, 25 $4.75 VINCA 4-in. pots. 3 for $1.20, doz. $4.00
Major variegata (Periwinkle). Variegated-
leaved trailer for vases and boxes.
ZINNIAS 6 for 60c., doz. $1.00, 100 $8.00 Fantasy. Five separate colors. California Giant. Cerise Queen, Golden Queen, White, Pink, and Scarlet. Breck’s Lilliput. Crimson, Golden Yellow» Salmon-Rose, and White.
iE Present conditions make it necessary for us to impose a ‘minimum order” restriction on all plants listed on this page. We cannot
accept any mail orders for less than $1.50
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Standard APPLES
Each, $1.25 5 ee eg For 3, $3.25 ee COC=CSo icin For 10, $10.00
PEACHES Be eae s.
7 50 variety. Very
crisp, snappy fla-
Each, 90c. For 3, $2.50 For 10, $7. crisp, stiappy’ fe No other fruit trees produce crops so soon after Fine color.
planting as do Peaches. They are beautiful when in
flower, and they offer few problems to those who plant Delicious d
them. Fruits large, coni-
Champion. A freestone white Peach of large size and = ee Chee fine quality. Creamy white skin with red cheek. e » : Early. Gravenstein
Crawford’s Early. A rich yellow Peach of fine appear- Superb quality, ance. Juicy and superb quality. Freestone. and ripens in early
Elberta. Everyone knows this widely grown and popu- Autumn. Always j lar commercial variety. Flesh yellow stained pink. popular. j Freestone. Late. McIntosh Red
Golden Jubilee. A new, very hardy freestone variety.
2 Large, firm Apples A sure and abundant cropper. Early. & 1218)
of. delicious qual-
Hale-Haven. A true aristocrat. Yellow fleshed; free- ity and fine ap- stone and very hardy. Midseason. pearance. Our very best table
— Apple.
MeIntosh a Red
“Dent Size ’ nees that Produce “Quart Size” Apples
AN AMAZING DREAM COME TRUE!
Because of the fact that these baby Apple trees are budded on dwarfing understocks (known as Malling No. 9) they are totally dif- ferent from all other varieties of the midget tree type. You can plant these trees in your own yard knowing beforehand that they will not grow out of bounds. The little girl, the little tree and all the big fruit tell the story bet- ter than we can tell it in words. Just look at the picture to the left.
Our only caution is to plant two or more trees of different varieties and not just one, unless there are other Apple trees already growing close by, for pollination.
Our supply of these trees is limited First come! First served! !
Three Delicious Leave choice Favorite McIntosh to us Varieties Wealthy if possible
$2.75 each $5.00 per pair
Or 6 for $13.50—carefully packed, and postpaid anywhere in New England.
BLUEBERRIES
Hybrid Blueberries have become amazingly popular for home garden growing. Success with them depends on three things: (1) suitable acid soil conditions; (2) proper planting; (3) planting several varieties in order to insure cross pollination.
From the five varieties listed below we select three varieties, which we ship in ‘‘Units of three”
THREE STRONG BUSHES (three varieties, our $995 per choice) carefully wrapped and postpaid, for — unit
Cabot. Earliest. Dwarf growth. Fine quality. Concord. Early. Large berries. Sweet.
Jersey. Midseason. Huge berries. Vigorous grower. Rancocas. Early. Large berries. Slender growth. Rubel. Midseason. Very productive. Top quality.
HARDY GRAPES
One of the most satisfying home-garden fruits because of it easy, interesting culture, and because Grapes are grown on a trellis or fence and require little ground-area. Set the vines 10 feet apart and provide a support 6 feet or more in height.
2-year vines, 60c. each, $1.50 for 3, $4.50 for 10 Concord. The best-known of all the Grapes; late, black. Brighton. A sweet, red Grape growing well in New England. Niagara. The white Grape preferred by most growers.
DWARF PEARS
Each $2.00
For three $5.00
These small stature trees are recommended for backyard planting. Plant two varieties for cross pollination to in- sure large crops.
Bartlett. Fine shape and color. Excellent flavor.
Duchess. A _ depend- able Pear of large size and fine quality. Juicy and sweet.
Seckel. Our very finest small-sized quality Pear. Universally liked. Ripens in early October.
STANDARD PEARS Each $1.50 For three $4.00 For ten $12.00
Bartlett. Probably the best known and most popular variety for N. E. growing. Fine shape, color and flavor.
Beurre Bosc. An abundant bearer. Ripens in October. Sheldon. Handsome russet brown fruits. Delicious. Seckel. See description under dwarfs above.
Each $1.50 PLUMS For three $4.00
Abundance. Fruit very large. Flesh light yellow. Juicy and sweet. Burbank. Large, dark violet-red fruits. Juicy.
Each $1.50 CHERRIES sor three $4.00
Black Tartarian. The finest of all the sweet Cherries. Heart-shaped. Dark purple fruits.
Napoleon. Beautiful large fruits of excellent flavor. Yellow with red cheeks.
Early Richmond. Our choice of sour Cherry for pies and preserves; thin skinned and freestone.
SMALL FRUITS
Berries of all kinds are becoming important crops for home gar- dens. The outlook “‘for the duration” is that fruits—both fresh and preserved—may be not too easy to get. All berries produce abundant | crops in a comparatively short time. Plant early in the Spring and
plant liberally. STRAWBERRIES |
The term ‘‘specialized culture’ has too often been applied to the raising of Strawberries. To the average gardener who just naturally | keeps his ground properly tilled, the home growing of really fine Strawberries should present no problem.
Runner plants for April and May planting—$1.60 for 50 plants, $2.85 for 100
Catskill. Midseason. Heavy yielding, producing fruit of large size and excellent quality.
Dorsett. Early. A favorite for the home garden. Large, sweet, and of high color.
Fairfax. Another of the preferred early varieties. Dark red fruit, firm, and of rich flavor.
Marshall. An old-time favorite that is still very popular. Its rich, | dark fruit marks the peak of the Strawberry season.
Gem. This new, everbearing variety brings improved flavor to the long-season type of Strawberry. We can recommend this Straw- berry for general garden planting here in New England.
RASPBERRIES See
Of easy culture, growing well in any good soil and sunny expo- sure. Set the plants 3 feet apart. $1.25 for 10 plants, $10.00 for
100 except as noted
Columbian. A large purple berry of distinctive, rich flavor.
Cumberland. The best of the “Black-caps.”’
Latham. Popular red variety, late and sweet.
Indian Summer. A fine, large, red berry of the ‘“‘everbearing”’ type; a recent introduction. $1.50 for 10 plants, $13.50 for 100.
BLACKBERRIES
We have selected one variety Eldorado, which is an all-round good Blackberry; large fruit of ex- cellent flavor.
$1.25 for 10 plants, $10.00 per 100
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ALL ABOUT FLOWERING BULBS. By T. A. Weston. All that one needs to know about the planting and care of bulbs is set down clearly and entertainingly in the 184 pages which make up this volume. An amaz- ing amount of information is given. Eight full page color plates and 68 black and white halftones. $2.00
BUSH FRUIT PRODUCTION. By R. A. Van Meter. Deals with Blueberries, Raspberries, Blackberries, Dewberries, Gooseberries and Currants. Discusses soils, fertilizers, planting, pruning and pest control. $1.25
CYCLOPEDIA OF HARDY FRUITS. By U. P. Hedrick. Revised and enlarged, this well-known book covers all the hardy fruits grown in North America. It recommends varieties according to the regions and gives the history of many varieties discussed. An “essential” for the orchardist. $6.00
FERTILIZERS FOR GREENHOUSE AND GARDEN CROPS. By Laurie and Edmond. Deals with fundamental factors of plant growth for the commercial grower or advanced amateur. Definite recommendations are made for each crop. $2.00
GARDEN BULBS IN COLOR. By McFarland, Hatton and Foley. A valuable aid to the selection and arrangement of a great number of bulbous plants for your garden; also cul- tural directions. 275 color illustrations. $1.98
GARDEN ENCYCLOPEDIA — Completely Revised. Edited by E.L. D. Seymour. A com- plete garden encyclopedia in one volume. Ans- wers innumerable questions in simple, non- technical language. It covers the many prob- lems of planning, planting, and caring for your garden. $2.98
GARDEN FLOWERS IN COLOR. ByG. A. Stevens. A valuable reference book for identi- fying cultivated flowers. 400 accurately col- ored illustrations of important garden flowers with descriptions and cultural notes. $1.98
GARDEN GUIDE. A practical guide covering thoroughly the handling of all growing things in the home garden—flowers, fruits, vegetables, the lawn, shrubs, and trees. $2.00
GLADIOLUS. ByF.F. Rockwell. Aninstructive guide on Gladiolus culture. Tells how to ferti- lize, cultivate, harvest and cure, and how to handle cut flowers. $1.25
GROW THEM INDOORS. By Allen H. Wood, Jy. A manual of house plants and their cul- ture. In simple, non-technical language, it gives complete descriptive information and cultural instructions for hundreds of plants.
$1.75
GROW YOUR OWN VEGETABLES. By Paul W. Dempsey. An up-to-date book on vegetable gardening designed to meet the needs of those who are now growing their own vege- tables at home. Simple and easily understand- able information from one whose experience eminently qualifies him to advise. $2.00
HERBS. By Helen N. Webster. New edition thoroughly revised. An instructive book on how to grow Herbs and how to use them for both fragrance and culinary purposes, with interesting stories about their history and old-time uses. $1.
HORTUS SECOND. By L. H. and Ethel Z. Bailey. An enlarged, revised, and completely rewritten edition of Hortus, the well-known concise Dictionary of Gardening and General Horticulture. It is easy to use, accurate, and non-technical. In fact, it is ‘‘The last word on Plants.” $12.00
HOW TO GROW ROSES. J. H. McFarland and Robert Pyle. Expert advice by two well- known Rose authorities. This book discusses selection of varieties, cultivation, protection and pruning. 72 illustrations (40 in color).
INSECTS AND DISEASES OF ORNA- MENTAL TREES AND SHRUBS. By E. P. Felt and W. H. Rankin. The finest book we know of on this subject. Complete and up-to- date recommendations on remedies and con- trol measures. $5.00
LANDSCAPING THE HOME GROUNDS. By L. W. Ramsey. With the aid of illustrations and plans this book shows, step by step, just how to develop your home grounds for great- est beauty. Helpful to owners of new homes.
$2.00
1001 GARDEN QUESTIONS ANSWERED. (New Third Edition). By Alfred C. Hottes. This book is a veritable storehouse of accurate facts on every phase of home gardening. The experience of the author is embodied in this appealing reference book. $2.50
ORNAMENTAL DWARF FRUIT TREES. By Eberhard Abjornson. Dwarf fruit trees may be trained to cover bare spaces such as walls, etc. The author is a skilled grower and tells the home gardener just how to raise ornamen- tal trees that will bear within a few Es
PLANT PROPAGATION, 999 QUESTIONS ANSWERED. By Alfred C. Hottes. Every step in propagation by seeds, cuttings, divisions, and by grafting is clearly illustrated and care- fully described in terms understandable by everyone. $2.00
PROPAGATION OF PLANTS. By Kains and McQuesten. A practical guide as to working methods of plant propagation by seeds, lay- ers, budding and grafting for either profes- sional or amateur grower. $3.50
ROCK GARDEN PRIMER. By A. Thornion. Practical information on every minute point connected with construction, planting and care. Simply written for the beginner. $2.00
SPRAYING, DUSTING, AND FUMIGAT- ING OF PLANTS. By A. F. Mason. An in- valuable reference for fruit growers, vegetable gardeners, nurserymen and home gardeners. Tells what pests to expect and how to identify and control them, how to choose the right spray materials and other details. $3.00
STARTING EARLY VEGETABLES AND FLOWERING PLANTS UNDER GLASS. By C. H. Nissley. Covers the details of con- struction and heating, as well as the operation
of small greenhouses, hotbeds and coldframes. $3.25
THE BOOK OF ANNUALS. By Alfred C. Hottes. A complete manual, easy to use, deal- ing with the seed sowing, transplanting and cultivating of our most popular and colorful flowering plants. $1.50
THE BOOK OF BULBS. By F. F. Rockwell. A complete and beautifully illustrated book with all the information you require on the cul- ture and flowering of every kind of bulbous plant. $2.50
THE BOOK OF PERENNIALS. By Alfred C. Hottes. Instructive information on the prin- ciples of growing, using, selecting and propa- gating perennials for succession of bloom from early Spring until frost. $2.00
THE BOOK OF SHRUBS. By Alfred C. Hottes. A mine of information on everything relating to these woody perennials. Complete details on effective groupings, selection of varieties, soils, planting, pruning, and propagating. $3.00
THE BOOK OF TREES. By Alfred C. Holtes. An all-round, unusually complete handbook for the tree lover, dealing with the transplant- ing, pruning and propagation of both decidu- ous and coniferous trees. $3.50
THE DAHLIA. ByL. K. Peacock. A practical work on the habits, characteristics, cultiva- tion and history of Dahlias. Of value to both amateurs and professionals. $1.25
THE LAWN. By Charles W. Parker. How to make it and how to maintain it. All you need to know from the ground up. $1.00
THE STANDARD CYCLOPEDIA OF HOR- TICULTURE. Edited by Professor L. H. Bailey. The universal authority on every hor- ticultural question. A thorough presentation of the kinds, characteristics and methods of cultivation of the plants grown in this country. 3 volumes. $15.00
THE VEGETABLE GROWING BUSINESS. By R. L. Watts and G. S. Watts. Complete and valuable directions on methods of planting, care, fertilizing, etc., for either gardeners of small plots or commercial growers. $3.50
THE VISUAL GARDEN MANUAL. Edited by E. Uppman and E. O. Orpet. A reference book in pictures. Visual instructions for al- most every fundamental gardening technique. An amazing help to the amateur. Only $1.00
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Bird Foods and Feeders are Postpaid within 390 miles
CHICKADEE DINER
A very exclusive diner for the triendly chickadees and other birds! Hangs anywhere outdoors. Comes crammed full of 12 delicious assorted Tidbits. Attracts the small clinging birds as flowers attract bees. 16 inches long, stained weather-resisting, pleasing brown. A big $1.00 value for any bird lover.
Now. C DA tet tate ee te cen ue $1.00, 8 for $2.85
Beyond 300 miles from Boston, add 10%; beyond 1,000 miles, add 20%
Same as above but boxed with 24 extra Tidbits for refills.
No; CD Ciera race sone cacerhes $1.95, 2 for $3.75
Beyond 300 miles from Boston, add 10%; beyond 1,000 miles, add 20%
FESTIVE BOARD
Twenty-four inches of fun with assorted Tidbits every 2 inches. Wood Tray Feeder, stained a pleasing, weather-resisting brown. Easily attached to window sill or porch rail, and easily refillable. Fine for teaching children to care for their feathered friends.
No. W1, filled with 12 assorted Tidbits $1.25, 3 for $3.50 Beyond 300 miles from Boston, add 10%; beyond 1,000 miles, add 20%
Festive Board
BIRD BANQUET. A high quality, pure ingredient combination of pressed- peanut-and-suet that will not melt or deteriorate; fits all standard feeders.
NORE B2 teres fe os, nn eee 3 for 90c., 6 for $1.75, 12 for $3.30 Beyond 300 miles from Boston, add 10%; beyond 1,000 miles, add 20%
BIRD SNACK. An appetizing and nutritious blend of pure suet with
choice grain and,berries. High melting point. No fats or adulterants. Fits all feeders.
NowsS lee eee oo tor 90e:;, 6 for p175, 12 for $3.30 Beyond 300 miles from Boston, add 10%; beyond 1,000 miles, add 20%
ie. Brecks Country Life WILD BIRD FOOD It fills the Bill
A quality blend of 10 recleaned grains developed Over many years’ trials toattract and hold the wild
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CHICKADEE TIDBITS
Assorted seed-and-suet and pressed- peanut-and-suet molded into paper cups. You will want them as refills for the Chickadee Diner and the Festive Board; clean and easy to push into place. Keep plenty on hand—they are irresistible to the birds !
No. CT24— Box of 24..........$1.00
BIDOXESUCL2 CUPS) Meee se vei 2200)
Beyond 300 miles from Boston, add 10%; beyond 1,000 miles, add 20%
NESTING MATERIAL RACK
Make friends with house-hunt- ing birds. Hang this attractive wooden rack from any limb and fill loosely with special nesting ma- terial. During Winter, rack may be converted into feeder, holding one or more suet or banquet cakes. Rack five or six fills of
HUMMING BIRD CUPS
Hang these colored glass tubes in your garden, keep filled with sugar and water and the ruby- throated beauties will come to sip for many a day. Five cups boxed with directions. Ruby red vom or assorted jewel colors. $1.25 postpaid
GARDEN SNACKERY
Here is a thoroughly practical, inexpensive ievolving feeder that will be a constant source of pleasure in any garden.
Vanes keep the glassed-in front faced toward the wind and weather. Fitted with seed hopper and suet cake holder. Complete with center pole, as illustrated, on which feeder revolves to protect interior from the weather. Sturdily made of attractively stained wood, size 17 inches long, 13 inches deep and 11 inches high. ;
Noa PRL ccs en ee cet te ee Pa Cen ich crete hs cei ame $6.50 each Beyond 300 miles from Boston, add 10%; beyond 1,000 miles, add 20%
Snackery
BIRD CAFES
A de luxe 25-inch long cafe that will attract the neighborhood birds to your window sill even in stormy weather. Double thick glass top and pat- ented design defy the weather. With a suet-cake holder at one end anda grain hopper at the other end of the long feeding tray, and the food and birds protected from the weather, you will have a small army of friendly visitors daily. Sturdily constructed of wood, stained a pleasing brown, the Bird Cafe is easily attached to the window sill from inside the room. A gift de luxe.
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GARDEN TOOLS
APRONS
Gardening Aprons. Black rubber aprons de- signed to protect the gardener while watering. Approximate weight, 2 lbs., measuring approx- imately 33x45 in.; all edges turned and vul- canized. Each $2.00
AXES
Breck’s Victor. New England Pattern. Famous for generations. Made from the best materials and guaranteed to give satisfaction if used fairly. Weights: 3 lb., 3% Ib., and 4 lbs., with handle. $2.75
BARROWS AND ACCESSORIES
Garden Barrow, Toledo No. 165. A properly balanced, lightweight, sturdy garden barrow. All hardwood construction with three frame cross braces mortised in the handles, removable sideboards and short wheel axle. The steel whee! is 18 in. in diameter and has a 1% in. steel tire. Painted red, hand grips and metal parts, black. Price $8.00
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Barrow Leaf Rack. Made of extra-heavy gal- vanized diamond mesh wire bolted to a wood base. Capacity about 10 bushels. Can be used on any ordinary wheelbarrow. Price $10.00
Ash Market Baskets. Oblong; made of selected
ash, strapped and with heavy bail. Each No. 1—% bu., 6x1044x18 in........... $0.85 No. 2—¥% bu., 64x12x21 in........... 95 INO O=—) 710 DUlen xls x 3 Lien nee eene 1.10 ING; As 1 Dis oxox teen ewe 1.30
Round Baskets, Oak Nailed Rim. Sturdy, round, deep, general utili- ty baskets. Hand- made of the best grade Oak; bot- tom strongly rein- forced. Each 146 bu. size
(stiff bail). $0.90 144 bu. size
(riveted
swing bail) .85
lS bueesizeu(2.sidevhandles) anes 1.50 11% bu. size (2 side handles)............ 2.00 2. bil..size (2) side: handles) menpmeen ss eeene. 40 3 bu. size (2 side handles).............. 3.25 4 bu. size. (2) side handles)............ 4.00
Flower-Gathering Baskets. Lightweight but strong, shallow baskets, especially designed
for gathering flowers. Each Now —4x1' 3x2 Olina einen tereee mend sO) NOs 2—4x13x24 lo inne s. one eee ee oan 1.65
Oxford Baskets. A popular style of round bas- ket made of strong oak and ash splints bent to shape; hand nailed hoops and double board
bottoms. Each 16 bu. size (wire swing bail)............$0.80 1 bu. size (two side handles)........... 1.10 2 bu. size (two side handles)........... 1.90 3 bu. size (two side handles)........... 2.60 4 bu. size (two side handles)........... SO
Strawberry-Picking Baskets. Strong, shallow |
ash baskets, designed to hold standard, 1-qt. berry boxes. Each INow2i(capacityaG boxes) seem bh Ono
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Berry Baskets. Pop- ular wooden baskets commonly used for holding small fruits. The closed corner type is excellent for the smaller varieties such as Blueberries, Currants, etc.
100 chighteornerssctuake. ls Cit-enem inner $1.50 Heonomiy, square; ludtsnm tee ian 120 Economy soblons; li ptrneaeeeie ee 1.25
Pansy or Plant Baskets. The baskets in which Pansies, Tomatoes and other plants are grown or offered for sale. Well made. 100 ~=1000 2-qt. size (500 to the crate)......$3.00 $25.00 3-qt. size (250 to the crate)...... 3.50 30.00
BEAN POTS
Boston Bean Pots. The old style, with handles and cover. Brown and white, glazed.
1-qt. size...... $0.40 4-qt. size..... . $0.69 ZeGtsclZeqen en 50 6-qt. size...... .98 3-qt. size...... .09
BOXES
Cut Flower Boxes. Green, collapsible, manila
boxes with 2 in. lap covers. Doz. 100
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BROOMS, STABLE
No. 9—Reliable, Plain. First grade, good qual- ity all corn broom, wire bound; red finished handle. Each $1.50
No. 9—Reliable, Mixed. First grade, prime quality rattan reed broom mixed with good quality broom corn; wire bound; red finished handle. Each $1.75
AND REQUISITES
CANDLES
CITRODOR CANDLES
Mosquito Chasers Here’s a dollar gift that will be really appreci- ated next Sum- mer. In an at- tractive metal holder is a sturdy glass cup contain- ing a famous CitrOdor Candle made of genuine essence of citronella, guaranteed to burn for 15 hours. Since the best methcd is to burn these candles in pairs, 15 feet apart, indoors or out, they are sold in pairs. Mosquitoes detest ‘em. Per pair, $1.00—8 pairs for...... $2.75 postpaid Candles only for refill. .6 for $1.25, 12 for $2.40
CARDS
One dozen assorted flower
the beauty of the reproductions. You write your own Christmas, birthday or other greet- ing on the two inside pages. In perfect taste, these beautiful new cards are without qualifi- cation the finest value we have ever seen. Complete with envelopes. Box of 12 flower studies. . : Box of 2 {bird printss_ seen Any three boxes........
CRATES
Meta! Egg Crates. Made of light but sturdy aluminized metal.. Equipped with patented cardboard fillers with metal reinforced edges. Reversible address card placed under the lid provides for going and return addresses. eliminating readdressing for each shipment. IGdozecizeser. $1.00 4 doz. size.....$2.00
$0.89 postpaid . 30.89 postpaid . $2.60 postpaid
DIdOZasizesee ene DO 6 doz. size. .... 2.50
SICOZNGIZe ee eel O Replacement Stamp Cards...... 50c. per 100 Address Cards......................2c. each Extra Filler Sections for six eggs... .12c. each Corrugated Protectors, for separating
layers 2c. each
Speedy Cultivator
Speedy Cultivator. A fine tool with highly- tempered steel tines, sharp and curved to penetrate the soil with an easy pulling motion, thoroughly breaking up the ground. Excellent for cultivating under shrubs, hedges or low evergreens.
No. 4SC—4 tine, 414 ft. handle........ $1.20
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Victory Cultivator
Victory Cultivator. A strong, rugged tool with forged steel teeth fastened to the heads by eye- bolts and nuts; readily adjustable. A fine im- plement for plots not large enough to warrant the use cf a wheeled cultivator. Works with an easy pulling motion.
No. VC5—5-tooth, 4-ft. handle.........$1.45
DOG SHAMPOO
Magitex. The easy-to-use super-efficient and safe shampoo for dogs and cats. Magitex eliminates tubbing, rinsing, and drying. This amazing 5-purpose shampoo cleans, deodorizes, kills parasites, tones skin and coat. Just dilute in a cup of water, rub in and wipe off.
8-oz. bottle $1.00
DRIFTWOOD GLOW FIREPLACE CHARM
An Aladdin’s box of dancing colors when shaken over the fire and logs in your fireplace. Generous 10-inch canister. Contents are safe, long last- ing and will not deteriorate.
Large canister......... $1.00
3 for.......$2.85 postpaid
DUSTERS
Woodason Powder Bellows. Heavy, well-made single cone bellows. Used for dusting powder of any sort. : $4.00
“EROSIONET”’
An inexpensive but strong, open-mesh fabric which is used to advantage for many purposes in garden work. ‘‘Erosionet’’ may be used in mak- ing new lawns where it is desirable to provide for the protection of young grass, or on steep banks where it will hold the soil and prevent washing and loss of turf by heavy rainfall. Also used for supporting Sweet Pea vines and shading cold- frames or perennial seed beds. 45 inches wide. Descriptive circular will be mailed on request.
Price: 15c. per linear yd., 100-yd. strips or more, 12c, per linear yd.
FLATS, METAL
Anyone who starts seeds or transplants seed- lings will enjoy using this Waterite flat which which gives just the right amount of moisture from the bottom at all times. The flat is 14x12 inches and is attractively finished in green lac- quer. There is a convenient filling opening at each end of the flat. A brass drain plug at the bottom carries off surplus water. Sturdily built of steel, with a 5-year guarantee. We recommend planting in Mica-Gro; 2-5 quart packages will more than fill each flat.
Each $1.65, 3 for $ 4.50 postpaid
FLATS, WOODEN
“Long Life’’ Greenhouse Flats. Made of durable, lightweight, smooth-finish, Western Red Cedar; supplied ‘‘knocked down” but very easily nailed together with small wire nails. Outside dimensions, 24 in. by 13 in.; inside depth, 31% in.
25c. each, $2.25 for 10, $20.00 per 100
FLOWER HOLDERS
NEV-R-TIP FLOWER HOLDERS Pin Type Nev-r-Tip.
Constructed with a heavy cast alloy base support- ing sharp, needle -point- ed, solid brass pins closely arranged.
No. 11—Round, 1% in. diameter...... . $0.25 No. 12—Round, 24 in. diameter....... AO No. 13—Round, 3% in. diameter....... .75 Dome Type Nev-r-Tip. Heavy cast alloy, non- rusting. IN@s ISU Ti, CUTTERS oy oo ps a $0.25 No. 32—2)4 in. diameter.............. Paya) No. 33—834 in. diameter.............. Rays"
packaged. $1.00
GARDEN FURNITURE
attractively
A comprehensive line of ornamental furniture is on dis- play in our store at 85 Franklin St., Bos-
ton. Included are Bird Baths, Pedes- tals, Benches, Pots,
Jars, Fountains and other Garden Orna- ments of superior quality, molded from
crushed white mar- ble and cement. Come in and see them !
<== LP Heavy Four-tine Spading Fork. Fine rugged forks built for deep digging; will stand a lot of abuse. A really worth-while investment for any garden owner. Heavy, angular-backed, polished tines; bent handle; strap ferrule and cap. Each
* No. SAHD—80-in. D-handle..........
13-in., oval, polished
tines, bent handles, strapped ferrule, and cap. Each No. LA3133%—34-ft. handle........ 31.75 No. LA8134 —4 -ft. handle......... 1 75 No. LA3134%—44-ft. handle......... 1.85
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Manure Forks, Regular Pattern. Oval, pol-
ished tines. Strap ferrule and cap; bent handle. Each No, A54—5-tine, 4-ft. handle........... $2.10 No. A64—6-tine, 4-ft. handle........... PANS No. A5D—5-tine, 32-in. D-handle...... 220 No. A6D—6-tine, 32-in. D-handle...... 2.45
GARDEN LINES AND REELS
Garden Line. Solid braid- ed, cotton; waterproofed. AOSie deve ss $0.65 100-ft. hank 125 Garden Line Reels. Mal- leable iron, of very sub- stantial construction, carefully machined to in- sure easy winding. En- amel finish. Each Capacity 100 ft... .$1.95
GLAZING MATERIALS
Peerless Glazing Points. Double pointed, made from galvanized steel wire. Used by all practical florists, market gardeners and gla-
ziers. Pkg. of 1000 No. 2. —For large, single-thick glass. . .$0.65 No. 244—For double thick glass..:..... 65
Zinc Greenhouse Glazing Points. Made from pure zinc. Either 34 or 7% in. Per lb. 65c.
GLOVES
Genuine Ho rsehide Gauntlets. The toughest and finest heavy duty work glove; the best pro- tection for the hands in every type of rough work, Winter or Summer. $3.00 per pair
Kreme Skin Gloves. For work or play, the exquisitely soft, . cream-treated, imported lambskin not only protects your hands from dirt, scuffing, bruises and stains, but, while giving this protection, the natural BDA von the cream-treated leather massages, softens and whitens the skin. In three sizes for ladies: Small for 5% to 614 hand sizes; medium for 616 to 714 hand sizes; large for 716 to 814 hand sizes. $1.00 per pair postpaid
GRAFTING WAX
Grafting Wax (Trowbridge’s).
market. 14-lb. pkg. lb.-pkg. 55c.
The best on the 20c., 14-lb. pkg. 35c.,
On hardware, insecticides or fertilizer orders not large enough to warrant ship- ment by express collect, please add a rea- sonable amount for postage. This does not apply to orders of $2.50 or more in our Local Delivery. Area.
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GRASS HOOKS
Grass Hook Village Blacksmith No. 3
Village Blacksmith No. 3. Cutlery steel blade, hollow ground and highly polished; perfectly balanced; varnished maple handle. Each TO siete dhe: scp ttak eta an eee ey ar ea $0.59
Nolin Concave. Forged razor steel blade, hol- low ground, with mirror polish, natural finish, hardwood handle. Each 6=in DlIad eens eden tee career ies $0.85
Little Giant, Long Handle. Oil-tempered sheet metal blade; pressed steel shank, bolted to blade and riveted toa 3%-ft. straight hard-
wood handle. Each 12, Vocins, blac aetna tare eae eee eee $1.00 GRASWIP
A simple, sturdy tool with a double-edged, cutting blade and long handle; used in the man- ner of a golf club for ‘‘swiping”’ off tall weeds or grass. Very effective.
NOs LOS, cesses lager parental $1.20 each
HERB CHEST
Here’s an original gift idea for these days when out-of-the-ordinary cooking means so much. Eight highest grade*dried herbs, individu- ally packed in colorful opaque glass jars, all con- tained in a handsome chest of natural pecan wood. Included are bay leaves, savory, thyme, sage, parsley, marjoram, oregano and rosemary, also valuable recipe cards for preparing tempting dishes. $2.75 postpaid
JARS PRESERVING
Kerr “‘Self Sealing”’ Jars. Round, clear crystal glass jars with a new self-seal cap that seals easily, quickly and securely— does away with old rub- ber rings. Proven by testing to be the finest jars yet for home canning.
Doz. 1 Pint Mason Jar...$1.00 1 Quart Mason Jar. 1.10
Hotkaps are patented, cone-shaped plant pro- tectors made of special waxed paper; 11 in. in diameter and 6 in. high. They are all ready to place over plants or seeds in the field and serve as individual hothouses to protect against frost, rain, wind and insects. Scienti- fically designed and constructed to allow the proper amount of light and air, and at the same time give the necessary protection. They ‘force’. plant growth, making healthier, stronger plants and producing bigger crops, from two to three weeks earlier. Jllustrated
Package containing 25 Hotkaps and Paper Setter GvelohtZilbs:) senate sevesiere le $0.50
Package containing 100 Hotkaps and Fibreboard Setter (weight 5 Ibs.)... 1.95
Package containing 250 Hotkaps and
Fibreboard Setter (weight 9 lbs.).... 3.50 Package of 1000 Hotkaps only (weight
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Fibreboard Setter (weight 5 oz.)........... .15
HOSE AND ACCESSORIES
War-Time Hose. A rubber lined, fabric, 54-in. hose made according to Government specifica- tions. The only grade now manufactured for home and garden use. Equipped with the usual couplings. ito Otte len eUhS see niee ener nei 10c. per ft. [in25-1t. lene ChSaaeeeeie meet ieee llc. per ft.
Hose Washers. Rubber, tough and springy. Will not harden, shrink or fall out of coupling. Fit %,- 54-, and 34 in. hose. Carton of 12, 10c.
Hose Couplings, Clincher. Dark green plastic body, plated steel fingers. Easily and securely attached with a hammer.
For 14-, 54-, and 34-in. hose...... 25c. per set
Hose Menders, Clincher. Dark green plastic body, steel fingers. Easily and _ securely attached.
For 4-, 54-, and 34-in. hose...... Each $0.10
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Dolphin Hose Guide. Heavy metal, with stake which is driven into the ground. De- signed so as to prevent hose from being dragged over flower beds.
Each $2.75, 2 for $5.00
Hose Nozzles—See Nozzles.
HOES
Garden Hoe
Garden Hoe No. G7. Shank pattern. The standard in all parts of the country and the best general-purpose hoe made. Light and perfectly balanced; 44 foot selected ash han- dle; 7-in. blade. Each $1.20
A Great Favorite with the Ladies
Handy Hoe. The narrowest hoe made, the blade is only 34-in. wide and 4 in. long. Handle 4 ft. Each 75c.
An excellent tool for Each $1.05
Potato Hooks, Bent Head. Round,tumbled tines,7-in. long; plain ferrule; 414-ft. selected ash handle.
Each No. 5BH—5-tine. .. $1.70 No. 6BH—6-tine... 1.90
Bush Hooks. Best quality cast steel; cutting edge ground and
polished. Each 36-in. selected hardwood handle. s..=2teene eee $2.50
HOTBED FRAMES, SASH AND ACCESSORIES
Breck’s Improved Forcing Frame. A com- plete unit with tight-fitting sash, suitable for use as a hotbed o1 coldframe for the early start- ing of flowers or vegetables. The frame is made up in flat sections which are bolted together at the corners and therefore may be stored in a small space when not in use. Carefully con- structed of cypress. Dimensions: 3 ft. x 414 ft.; depth, front 9 in.; back 12 in. The sash is 114 in. thick and is glazed with 10x12 in. glass. Both frame and sash are thoroughly painted.
Price, $13.50, F.O.B. Boston
Breck’s Standard Sash. For hotbeds or cold- frames. Standard 2-bar sash 6 ft. x 3 ft. made from thoroughly seasoned lumber, 134-in. stock; frame, well puttied and painted. Price, $7.50 each. In lots of 5 sashes or more, $7.00 each. (Crating charge extra, at cost if they are packed for shipment.)
Straw Hotbed Mats. Made by hand from fresh rye straw; thick and well put together. Each 3x6 ft.—Covers 1 standard hotbed sash. $1.85 6x6 ft.—Covers 2 standard hotbed sash. 3.25
Special sizes can be made to order
Breck’s Improved Forcing Frame
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IRRIGATORS
Allen’s Root Irrigator....... See Lawn Sprinklers............ >} WATERING SoilsSoakeren sek ye es DEVICES
KNEELING PADS
““Neegards.”’ Separate pads of sponge rubber to be strapped over and around each knee. They allow ample freedom and give great comfort as wellas protection. Per pair, $1.50 postpaid
“Kneezies.’’ Waterproof and washable knee pads. They're bubble-filled rubber; strong, light and flexible. Comfort at all times even when the ground is damp with dew or rain. Quickly snap on and off the knee. Attrac- tive green color. Per pair, $1.25 postpaid
KNIVES
Asparagus Knife
Asparagus Knife. Forged high carbon steel blade, hardened and tempered, with V-shaped
cutting point; polished birch handle. The length is 14 in. over all; 10-in. blade. Each INI W'S 1 Glo eull EecR Cl OO ee: Carer ee 29c.
LABELS
Indestructo Copper Tree Labels. A last- ing, wired label for perma- nently marking
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with a stylus or hard lead pencil the label is indented and the writing becomes permanent.
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Perfect Gar- den Labels. There wis a “Perfect Gar- den Label”’ for every pur- pose. They are inde- structibleand made in a soft green color which blends nicely with both plants and soil. An ordi- nary lead pencil will
Neither sun, rain
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Wood Tree Labels, Wired.
Wood Pot Labels.
Wood Garden Labels.
Perm-A-Tags.
Painted wooden
labels equipped with wires, for marking trees or shrubs; also used extensively for labeling Dahlia tubers 100 1000 eyo MOP ATT haha ats eens eet eae ae $0.40 $3.00
d ] The popular painted wood label for marking plants in pots or seed flats;
54-in. wide 100 1000 AS eee he a ee TSO me ROL) ACES Cae Ree NA REN es alae Seine EAR 230 2.30 Seem Rene Ok OTE 40 2.40 OsiT aa aac eee an tL ee A5 210 LOT eee ene, Si ee ees ek. 5 6.40 DF pee. eds ae ae le ed .85 7.70
c Painted wooden labels of the same general design as the above, but in the larger sizes only, and wider; for garden use.
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Made of non-corrosive alloy metal—easily written on with any pencil, can- not erase, wash off, or rust. The ideal per- manent marker for roses, shrubs, trees and bulbs.
65 labels, 3x14 in., on a compact, handy spool or reel, easy to carry, easy to attach onllivyecs (ie gee aan tee ie ae $1.00
LADDERS
Paris Step Ladders. Strong but lightweight Side rails are straight grain, white ash; treads, selected bass wood, countersunk in side rails; back legs, selected white spruce, securely braced. Equipped with pail rest and with cad- mium plated hardware. Per ft. SATS HOMO es odosne no cbod Oba gas SoelOO
MASKS
Protective Masks (Martindale Pattern). <A very simple, quickly-adjusted mask for cover- ing the mouth and nose. A protection against dust, mist or vapors, when handling dusty chemicals or when spraying.
Price 65c., extra fillers, 3c. each
MULCH
Glass Mulching Wool. A superior Winter pro- tection for plants. Glass Wool is indestructible, can be rolled up and stored away and used season after season. The glass fibers are com- pressed into a loose mat about 1 in. thick, 24 in. wide and 8 ft. long. It is light in weight but furnishes ample protection for plants.
Per mat $1.20, 4 mats $4.00
PLANET JR.
Planet Jr. No. 4. Combined Hill and Drill Seeder, Wheel Hoe, Cultivator and Plow. An ideal outfit for large gardens. Thousands of home gardeners everywhere use Planet Jr. No. 4 and find that it saves many hours of work and makes gardening a real pleasure. The No. 4 Seeder holds about 2% quarts of seed. It sows practically all vegetable seeds in drills or drops in hills 4, 6, 8, 12 or 24 in. apart. In one operation it opens the furrow, drops seeds at the right depth and thickness, covers them packs the soil and marks the next row. A change to a Wheel Hoe or Cultivator is quickly made. You can plow, open furrows, and cover them; hill up plants, weed, hoe and cultivate throughout the growing season. Completely equipped with oil-hardened, tem- pered tools for every operation. Price $21.00
No. 17 Planet Jr. Single Wheel Hoe
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LAWN MOWERS
We have Lawn Mowers but because of condi- tions we cannot tell what styles and sizes we will have from day to day during the season. If you need one come in and see the display in our Tool Department at 85 Franklin St., Boston. If you come early you will undoubtedly find one to meet your requirements. The supply is naturally limited. :
An adjustable, modernly designed red plastic nozzle. Light in weight, smooth finish, and adjustable to a complete variety of sprays and streams; also leak-proof shut-off. A very satisfactory substitute for the standard brass
nozzle. Each 75c. Allen “Cadet’’ Plastic Hose Nozzle. An attractively finished, green plastic nozzle
which will throw various types of sprays and streams; has a positive leak-proof shut-off.
Each 45c. PAILS
Wood Water Pails. Clear, white pine pails with heavy wire bails and wood handle grips. Bound with two strong metal hoops.
12 quart size, 75c.; 14-quart size, SOc.
PAPER
White Tissue Paper. 24x36 in. Used by florists and gardeners for wrapping and packing cut- flowers. $3.50 per ream
Wax Paper. For packing and protecting plants and flowers. Per ream Wihites 245.3 6:1 aaa geet eae eee ae $3.50 Green, 24x36 in 4.00
PENCILS
Indelible Garden Pencils. For marking wood labels. 20c. each, $2.00 per doz.
IMPLEMENTS
No. 4 Planet Jr. Combined Seeder and Single Wheel Hoe
Planet Jr. No. 4D. Seeder only, without plow and cultivating equipment. Price $16.75
Planet Jr. No. 17. Single Wheel Hoe. This is the most popular of all wheel hoes because it is light enough for a girl or woman to handle, yet strong and sturdy enough for any job, and has the equipment most needed in the average garden. The attachments—hoes, cultivator teeth, and plow—are all oil-hardened and tem- pered for better and longer wear.
Price $8.95
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PLANTERS
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Square Green Plant Stakes. Neat, tapering
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Bulb Planter. An efficient and handy little tool, Height Doz 100 made with a tapering cup-like point which re- 12: fea ne tae An ae ree $2.10 moves soil, and leaves a perfect hole in which oe Tk ei es nd See a ON ey Mea NN SF Ge 3)
to plant bulbs or small plants. Price 60c. BU AERO sen SUG A Ad ii AY 50 3.50 DE eee ee ee ae eV Eee 1.10 8.30 VG Gs Nrvereta nen ted ger ee ie toes ene fee 1.50 10.90
PLANT SUPPORTS
Adjusto Plant Supports. An excellent plant sup- port, consisting of a single, strong, square, green-painted stake equipped with a wire §.L.N. Invisible Plant Stakes. Simple, inex-
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Train-etts. The ideal support for climbing vines such as Morning Glories, Sweet Peas or Pole Beans. Train-etts are weatherized netting trellises, scientifically made; will not rot out
ring which surrounds the plant supporting it and is adjustable to any height. Excellent for supporting Delphiniums or Dahlias. Each Doz. 3-ft. size... .$0.25 $2.40 Re SUAS ed) BHO)) Cedar Poles. Freshly cut, straight, white cedar
pensive, green-enameled heavy wire stakes with a patented feature that makes it possible to lock the plant to the stake without the use of tying material of any sort. A slight twist of the stake and plant is securely fastened.
Length Doz. 25 100 1000
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or burn plants. They are easy to hang, attrac- tive and strong; durable enough for several seasons. To be supported by poles or stakes driven into the ground.
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POTS AND ACCESSORIES
Standard Earthen Flower Pots. The follow-
oles, 8 to 10 ft. high. i 1 E D iss ing are inside measurements; top diameter and
poduste Used as supports tor pole Cane Stakes, Unpainted. These are light and an eR einer aan rOumniele 1 Support beans, tomatoes etc. slim but strong and durable. They are about Se ae 8 epprommateycdua.. $2.00 per doz., 6 ft. long and may be cut into any desired Diameter Each Doz. 100 $16.00 per 100 lengths. $3.00 per 100, $25.00 per 1000 7 a ee ea pe pose $ ee - SNe ie tein Coron do : 39 2.0 Split Bamboo Sticks, Green-Stained. These Galvanized Wire Piant Stakes. Heavy wire A oR ir ee AN Se eel ee 2 05 .45 3.75 slim sticks are ideal for pot plants that require stakes, flexible but strong. Doz. 100 O° Sits eciae aodee ae, et OOS 5 acre 0 only light staking. Neat and inconspicuous. ck Cae nee eee ieee ().'7'() ee 50) GLa in eee aes pike a ee iQ 25) 10.00 100 1000 Oy: ene Rte aenchae ret ae ae neh 85 6.00 (i hose S.tieee, sr cretaieiacdee Beckers tome Beak O) PIM L7in(0() 1 AR Wie rlero MacRae encore tebtocome eee aioe $0.40 $5.60 SS Mica 1a A arn is ge MY Loos 380 3.25 24.50 1S sil Sete ates ee eae area .60 4.80 . Galvanized Wire Rose Stakes. These 3 ft. OVEN Itty eee Se Ae ie eA Olas ES 30) DG ieee ts nee ta CORALS oe 0) fe) stakes are turned at the end to form a small TOM eo een er nn OOO DO 50.00) loop, which may be used for attaching a plant IE” Gikete ction oda ago ue 1.25 13.00 100.00 “Long Life’? Garden Stakes. Round stakes label. 70c. per doz., $5.00 per 100 Benes polbone. Pp made from Western Cedar; stained dark green a en Bulb or Seed Pans. and pointed, the surface is ridged to prevent ee Each Doz. 100 plant ties from slipping. Light weight, neat : IN... eee ee eee eee $0.12 ree $10.00 and almost rot-proof. 10 PEL Ra aouh gaia tne ena -30 3.25 24.50 Length Diameter Doz. 100 s In SAA SO SL ploigic OO RAIA 60 6.50 50.00 2 ft. 3% in ree aan ee £0.40 $3.00 UZ EN. ocanioo gar anabbacde 1-25 14.00 Sec lee SUAtis 14nd eee Ss 60 4.40 Beg noe Te pete anchor aaa £79 20-00 2) ie ie ie Se RPG RoR tare a ay Earthen Fern Pans. Shallow and rimless. Sa) A Wes baie cig Gea c- thd D Ol Over Choo at : Ae EU spy 28 tire cacqeeeet SENN one 1.00 7.00 : 4 in. wide, 1% in. deep..... Soe $0.78 Tie Cham et hy ieee AA ead 1.10° 7.50 l PATENTED 434 in. wide, 24% in. deep........ .09 .95 Seated SENG AUNT Be aed, 1.25 8.50 514 in. wide, 214 in. deep....... 12 1.20 7 ft, 11/16 in............. 1.35 Hee) 614 in. wide, 214 in. deep........ 14 1.35 A ii ata Sosa Wayward Vine Guide and Support. An effi- 3 a mee ae ni ae Saez eh = nen Dahlia or Garden Stakes. Nicely finished, un- int and practical device for training Ivy or — 9_ in. wide, 314 in. deep... 25 2.80 painted, square, garden stakes made from ESE VETS BOL Sp ACO eS are Sa Ne 10 Pine wide: 4. insdeep........ 30 3.15 Wissen (Cease. Don 100 walls without defacing the wall. The support : consists of a small tab with a copper wire hook Earthen Hanging Pots. Substantial pots of
- 4 in. s mo sowed ch coon ocsllOle biyA010) ; : ! : A : 4 ft., 34 in. square $ : for holding the vine. The tab is very easily pleasing design with saucer attached. De-
Site ltl SCUALCM ane ee LO eos OO > ; hee Ss Z ‘ 3 6 ft ie ae Sanat pie 1.50 10.00 cemented into place and will remain indefin- signed for growing hanging plants in the Sioa ae saa i ot ae a ge itely; not affected by any weather conditions. house. Prices without chain. Each Doz. Available in three colors to match any wall— (in, topdiameter.. 9.40.5... 40.5 40-45 4.50
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Red for brick, Gray or White for stone or hin tOpycianvete tan anen iter ia iets shy TOW
cement. Box of 25 (including cement) $1.00
Vyn-Tach Hooks. For wooden surfaces. Spe- Earthen Flower Pot Saucers. The following cial nails with flexible tabs attached designed measurements are outside top diameter.
for attaching vines or climbing plants to Diam. Each Doz. Diam. Bach Doz. wooden buildings or fences. Will not split 3 in. :...$0.04"$0.35 TA oo SAO HIME, SSI ASO) shingles. AAT eit AO HO MOBI .30 2.80 Box of 25, $1.00; 3 boxes, $2.75. Postpaid ING ow. e .06 .50 LD pis Jee 0 ears es 5)
A , Guin. aoe .O8 BO 14 in. 75 8.50
Treilises. Neatly and strongly made of pine an cr ae es Saget
A : i ns baeiemesires a i Aiea ees Od OOM el Grin 1.25 14.00
painted either green or white. The larger sizes 7 el 12 1.30 Tine 1.85 21.00
are not carried in stock but can be shipped quickly from the factory.
Lattice Trellis
Unbreakable Rubber Saucers. Attractively colored, leaf-green, rubber trays for use under pots, tubs, etc. Ridged inside to permit a free
Tomato Supports, Wood and Wire. _Two strong wire rings and three wooden uprights.
Well constructed; will last for years. Folds 6ittx IS ine $2-25 Ott x tein... $3.40 Ste : flat when not in use, for storage. _ tte x US ino AOL litte Sein eweneero een hod Care ade oh Se a 60c. each, $6.50 per doz. : i. x a incaey au 12 ft.x 18in.... 4.25 ooo ae Sea Soy eRe et te: teex Shinenereoee cme See : oy eee
Tomato Supports, All Woed. Two wooden Fan Trelli moisture-proof; protects furniture from damp-
ue ; ) b an Trellis ness and ring marks. Each D hoops and three uprights. Inexpensive but 114 foe 734 $0.30 BfE ss 32 i Se ee Sete ? OZ. Beieed 30c. each, $2.50 per doz Vo ft. x 7 in... $0.30 5 ft. x 32 in... .. $1.80 ol in. takes up to 6 in. pot.....$0.30 $2.70 IDSC Beat eae pee : 2.ft. x 10 in ee Pow NOsts x 8S ane 2.10 75% in. takes up to 8 in. pot..... .50 5.50 24 tt.x13in.. .60 7ft.x42in.... 2.50 103g in. takes up to 12 in. pot.... 1.00 11.00 3 te cx 16 in. ae oe ae x 46in’ 3, 2.95 1244 in. for Fern and Palm tubs.. 1.50 17.00
SUe fess 2 loins (oes (Akane, Gee : ae = Saher : NOTICE ries See ana) 3.80 Hanging Jardiniere. The graceful 6 in. pot of ‘ ca turquoise or yellow rests in a leaf design metal On hardware, insecticide or fertilizer or- Veranda Trellis — Be wrk ring, suspended by a chain from a most attrac- 2 tts x) eS AteeweipOLeeD (hates 6 Sabai, . $2.70 tive wall bracket. All the wrought iron is fin-
Byaiten oe AO} sbae | AONE) Oaittn Be 74 to CALs) ished in verdi green. A really lovel i Aft. x Whinw 120) 10 tte 21 ine 13.35 for trailing vines or plants ane ae Owinec Wes We, so MEO) AE es oe EE alo, «Salo sun porch. You may plant directly in it, or it ft.x18in.... 2.25 12ft.x24in.... 4.25 will hold a 4-inch earthen flower pot. ”
i, oe uae, DSis Each $2.75, per pair, $5.00 prepaid
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Green Neponset Paper Pots. Made of heavy,
Mwaterproofed paper. Excellent for growing seedlings or for packing plants for shipment. Nicely finished and long lasting.
Diameter Doz. 100 1000 Gin ee wees 2 0.20 1.10" $9.40 Upc A a a 25 1.25 10.30 BY ate inSiccon Gea orn n eee eee eaiOe sty 16) CRUE eR saahe Nt | aa 35 1.70 15.40 Hiren ee teers 40). 2.00 17270 Harri nei too 2.70 25.50 CHIE faa 6D: 8.65.33.50
Osmo Pots. The three-in-one pot for growing, shipping and planting. Osmo Pots are made of specially prepared Osmoss (not paper). It will stand for weeks on a moist bench or in a flat without going to pieces. It will retain sufficient strength and moisture during shipping, and need not be removed when set out in the garden.
Round Pots Doz. 100 1000 Dalian Caen tert ears POL2Oip 1 OO Mee Ov it EWI CMR eames 2D 180) 10.20 AR Coney ora a) OO teo0 12:65
Round Pots. Handy packages.
Dinter (0 itOrd DES). en.cne. 12.292. p0s05 SeinmmwiGe(40stOrd DEEN) at. scecc ct ces © 55 AGIA GeICOOT COT DEP) e cok guess gee a 55 Square Pots. Handy packages. Rie Wider @ 20 LO aA DKS), cesses + oe pOeoO) Pritt wWicen( OO COld DKS in. seuss vsmes OO aiimmwicden(lLoOntOrd DKS) mos. ete a ene 1.10 SMiPmwIGes (LO COra DKS.) Aakcss ee eee eG .30 Sam enon Oras picoa) men cent cee © a 5) SeMeEWVACeN (op tOA DES.) wes cen ac oc. a 1.10
PRUNERS
Standard Tree Pruner. A practical pruner operated by a lever connected with the cutting blade by a strong wire. Cuts 1 in. branches easily. High quality cutlery steel blade, hard- ened and tempered. Heavy steel lever and head. Selected spruce pole.
8 ft. LOE ets $2.30 $2.50 $2.75
Pruning Shears. See Shears.
RAKES
Bamboo Rake, Yamade. Made of split bam- boo, each tooth bent near its tip to permit it to rake closely without damaging tender roots. Constructed with ‘‘Metal-Grip’’ and “‘Spiral,”’ holding all teeth firmly on the ground without, restricting flexibility. A fine Lawn Rake, re- moving easily and thoroughly all litter and leaves.
18 in.—Wood handle.................. $0. PAN =VVOOCsNanGdle wqeemise cies cect. Ls
14 ft. $3.30
16 ft. $3.85
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Garden Rake, Level-Head. The standard steei rake with curved teeth and level-head. Forged from one piece of bar steel, no welds or rivets to come apart. The teeth pulverize the soil, and the level-head is fine for smoothing beds.
No. SC14—14-tooth, 5%-ft. handle... ..$1.30 No. SC16—16-tooth, 5% ft. handle..... 1.50
Gravel Rake, Steel. Similar in construction to the garden rake, except that the teeth are much shorter and closer together. Particularly good in leveling gravel, fine cinders and sand.
No. G14—14-tooth, 5%-ft. handle......$1.80 No. G16—16-tooth, 54-ft. handle...... 1.90
Gumfinger Rake, Sabin Lawn. A lawn rake with rubber teeth—rubber that resists wear, stays elastic, no sharp teeth and cannot rust. Strong and stiff enough to rake clean, yet flexible enough so it will not injure tender
grass. Excellent for removing Maple seeds and acorns from the lawn.
Geo -ttaancdle amas as aero cm se58 s+ $1.25 AOS y, Doites IONS. .o4 oe Ao an oO al 1.50 estan tariite, levebaVell (OS Anais: p Cie cite One nee aeeeeD 75)
Hay Rake, Wood. Handmade. Head of selected ash, 28-in. wide, reinforced by 2 bows; 14 se- lected white birch teeth, 4 in. long.
Geta han Clem rims a asicciaieisiths 2b eis « $1.15
Lawn Rake, Wood. Handmade. Head of se- lected ash, 28-in. wide, reinforced by 3 bows; 28 teeth of selected white birch.
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ROLLERS
Lawn Rollers. We have Lawn Rollers but since the stock is limited we cannot tell what weights and sizes we will have from day to day through- out the season. If you need one visit our Tool Department at 85 Franklin St., Boston. You are sure to find one that will meet your re- quirements if you come in soon.
RUBBISH BURNER
H. & K. Heavy Duty Rubbish Burner. At last we have a rubbish burner that will stand up and not warp and get out of shape. This burner will give many years of good service. It is made of heavy gauged steel with perfor- ated holes. 32 in. high, 18 in. in diameter. LEE YC OWS «dca area tc oh ee ei eer ORES cee $5.50
SAWS
Buck Saws, Disston. Double-braced, hard- wood frame. Each No. 545—32x134 in., blued, plain tooth
blade; jumbo rod; painted red....... . $2.50 No. 826—30x2 in., bright plain tooth
blade; varnished, natural finish, hard-
wood frame; rustproof, jumbo rod.... 2.40
Cross-Cut Saws, Disston One-Man. Disston steel blade, hardened and tempered, two gauges thinner on back than on cutting edge; large grip hardwood handle for gloved hand, fastened with 3 brass screws. Auxiliary handle for two-man use.
Length, in feet....... 3 34 «4 414 Width, at butt, in
WAKE ER, ace ecko Ae 634 7 74 7% Width at point, in
WAVE MES, og sd iphones See Be OYE Price with handles. ..$3.65 $4.30 $4.80 $5.40
Pruning Saws, Disston. Extra-refined, spring- steel, polished blades, taper ground. Thin back, beech handles with polished edges; im- proved brass screws.
No. 7—Single-edged blade, 18-in........ $1.65
No. 7—Single-edged blade, 20 in........ WE CHs) No. 4—Double-edged blade, 18-in...... 1.85 No. 4—Double-edged blade, 20 in...... 1.90 No. D27—Disston steel blade with skew back and special beveled teeth; com- fortable, weatherproof handle with large hand-hole. Blade 26 in. long, 6 in. wide at the butt, 114 in. at the point. Cuts either dry or green wood on both draw or push stroke....... 7, eels
SCYTHES
Made of the best crucible steel. Rib runs from end to end, increasing its strength. Finished in black, cutting edge polished and sharpened.
Victor Grass Scythe. Especially adapted for cutting grass—not for weeds or bushes. DATO Wor eO hie IMAM noose oaognn on at $2.25
Victor Weed Scythe. A strong, stiff scythe for cutting weeds and brambles. ilethals ACV Aon MSNAMM, 5 oo nocd aonond $2.25
Victor Bush Scythe. A short, stiff scythe for cutting bushes and underbrush. Sia, oye any WA Boos cool now Ac $2.25
SCYTHE SNATHS
Grass Snath. Made of properly dried, seasoned wood with swing socket, permitting scythe to be carried in any position. Butt end com- pletely encased in iron. Will not split.
Now s0——Seasoned Ashiya es saree ic $2.20
Bush Snath. A much heavier Snath than the Grass Snath and will stand hard usage. De- signed for the Bush Scythe, for cutting heavy brush and brambles.
SHEARS
Grass Shears
No. 800 ‘‘Quick Trim”’ Grass Shears. (Wiss). A handy tool with an easy cutting action for trimming all edges and borders along side- walks, foundations and around shrubbery. The handles are pinch-proof and allow your hand to always be in a natural position. Overall length 12 in. Each 89c.
Long-Handled Grass Shears. Full polished, tempered steel blades. Polished maple handles riveted to shears.
No. 105—Border Shears. For vertical cutting. Used for trimming edges of walks or flower beds.
9-in. blade, 36-in. handles..............$5.00 No. 106—Lawn Shears. For horizontal cut- ting. Used for trimming grass close to trees, shrubs and buildings.
9-in. blade, 386-in. handles..............$4.50
Hedge Shears
We have Hedge Shears but since the stock is limited we cannot tell what styles and sizes we will have from day to day throughout the season. If you need Hedge Shears visit our Tool Depart- ment at 85 Franklin St., Boston. You are sure to find a pair that will meet your requirements if you come in soon.
Lopping Shears
Clyde Draw-Cut Pruners. Forged solid tool steel blade, hook and shank held together with a hardened steel bolt and lock nut, with wear- ing washer under bolt head. Northern ash handles with black, pressed steel, strap ferrules and caps, riveted to shear. No. 5402—24-in. handles.............. $4.50 No. 5403—22-in. handles 4.00
Pruning Shears
Wiss 309B. A professional pattern pruning shear designed to give years of satisfactory service. Extra-thin interchangeable hammer- forged blades with a wide bevel. Cuts cleanly and closely. Drop-forged handles. Practi- cally unbreakable. Brass leaf spring; polished finish. Length 9 in. Each $3.75
Wiss 309V. The same shear as described above (309B) but with volute spring and gunmetal finish. Length 9 in. Each $3.25
Snap-Cut Pruners. Lightweight yet strong. Genuine draw-cut action—that easy slicing way that cuts cleaner and quicker. Attractive
finish. A fine pruner for home garden use. No. 119—8-in. chrome finish...........$2.25 Ladies’ Rose Pruning Shears No. 607G. Light, dainty pruning shears suitable for
ladies’ use on rose bushes, flowering shrubs,
and all light pruning. Length 7 in. Green finish, polished blades. Each $1.50
SHELVES
Hobbi-Shelf. A window shelf made of heavy, crystal, plate-glass of uniform thickness, with a nicely rounded and polished edge. The brackets are rustproof, of simple design; incon- spicuous when fastened into position. 4 in. wide and available in all lengths to fit standard windows up to 48 in. wide. When ordering, give exact measurements for length of plate- glass shelf to fit between the sides of the win- dow-frames. If in doubt, order a shelf 1 in. longer than needed, as the glass can easily be cut locally, at any painter’s shop.
Wostor ssn plone mahi te een | ol 36 in. to 42 in. long 1.40 42 in. to 48 in. long
SHOVELS AND SPADES
We have Shovels and Spades but since the stock is limited we cannot tell what styles we will have trom day to day throughout the season. If you need a Spade or a Shovel visit our Tool Department at 85 Franklin St., Boston. You are sure to find one that will meet your require- ments if you come in soon.
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Reflecto Signs.
Harco Sprayer.
green reflecting let- ters or numerals. Any other color combination you may prefer. Quick identification day or night.
An attractive wood sign on a wooden post stained natural brown with moss
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Six 234-in. letters as illustrated, postpaid.$5.95 For more or less characters, add or subtract
S5c. per letter or numeral.
SOIL-TESTING KITS
a Sudbury Soil-
= Test Kits. : Plants of all kinds need a balanced diet if they are to yield maxi- mum growth. The only way to find out what they need is to test the soil. Sudbury Soil-Test Kits provide a simple method of determining the nitrogen, phosphorus and potash contents and also the degree of acidity. They eliminate guesswork. No knowledge of chemistry is needed. These kits are used by Government departments, commercial growers, and thou- sands ot home gardeners throughout the world. With the aid of these kits and the book- let of instructions enclosed with each, it is easy and inexpensive to test your own soil.
Sudbury Soil-Test Kit
Home Garden Kit (20tests): 2.4. 4seacn $2.00 ChubsvlodeliGOltests) ie awe eee ee HorticulturaliSizes see ane ae O.co
ProfessionalySizeus erie aa ee Sco Additional testing fluids: 2-oz. bottle, 75c.; 6-oz. bottle, $1.50. (Be sure to specify which fluid you need when ordering.)
SPRAYERS
A new type of hand sprayer, efficient and easy to use. Sprays up, down, or sideways, without adjustment. Just squeeze the hand-grip and with Harco’s conveniently- long extension rod you easily send a penetrat- ing cloud of spray onto tops of tall shrubbery, ‘neath the undersides of small plants, and into hard-to-reach places. Nothing to get out of order; fitted with an. easy-to-clean and inex- pensive 1-qt. Mason jar container. $2.35
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Hayes Jr. Spray Gun.
Hayes-Ette Sprayer.
super-continuous hand sprayer for spraying insecticides, disin- fectants or any other liquids. Solid copper tank and seamless brass pump. Equipped with double nozzle for straight-ahead or at-an-angle spraying. Detachable tank, 1-qt. capacity. $2.75
For “‘average size’”’ garden. A garden hose sprayer which fits on the end of hose and operates on water pressure from 30 to 175 lbs. Makes 3 gallons of mixed spray at a time. Just press the conveniently long lever and Hayes Jr. sprays. Each $5.95
For small garden. To be attached to garden hose. Operates on. 20 to 150 lbs. water pressures. -Capacity 14% gallons of mixed spray. Lightweight, compact and efficient. Sprays all modern liquid spray materials. Each $2.95
Hayes Sr. Spray Gun. For large gardens. A super- sprayer, yet. no heavy tank to drag around. Sends medium forceful spray 12 ft. in any direction; coarse spray 30 ft.. by removing mixing disk from spray nozzle. One gallon of mixed spray material placed in pail near water outlet makes 15 gallons of correctly proportioned mixed spray. At- tach to ordinary garden hose. Op- perates on 40 to 175 lb. water pres- sure. Each $10.85
English Syringes, All Brass.
No. 110—18x1% in.; fine and coarse
roses 1 jetor cesta eine eine $13.00 No. 1083—16x1% in.; 1 rose; 1 jet...... 8.50 No. 101—12x1 in.; 1 rose; 1 jet........ 4.75
SPRAYERS
We have many styles and sizes in our stock of SPRAYERS but we cannot tell just what we may have from day to day, throughout the season. If you need a SPRAYER, visit our Tool Department at 85 Franklin St., Boston. If you do not delay too long you will be sure to find one that will serve your purpose.
Soil Testing and Good Gardening Go Hand in Hand!
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amount for postage. This does not apply to orders of $2.50 or more in our Local
Delivery Area.
SPREADERS
Fertilizer Spreaders. Will be found on page 99.
STONES
Nova Scotia Grindstones, Mounted. Care- fully selected stones mounted on extra-heavy oak frames. Prices Each
Thickness of Stone 2 in. on. 4 in. 20 in. diameter.......$16.00 $19.00 BR 24 in. diameter....... 18.50 22.50 $27.00 28 in. diameter. . 22.00 PHISTIS Soaho
Scythe Stones, Carborundum. Made from carborundum brand pure silicon carbide. Just the right grit to give a keen cutting edge.
INGOs L90=—l0xloecina- ee ner ene $0.25 INj@! 192=-10x114 x37ainl eee eee 30 Nos 191=-19e1 x87 in o5. ee ee 35
Scythe Stone, Imported English Round. A heavy natural stone made from quick-cutting sandstone. Used by farmers and gardeners who prefer an extra-heavy stone. 40c.
STONE-BOATS
Extra-Heavy Stone-Boats. Specially made, of 2-in. Rock Maple, well finished. Heavy steel heads.
1 horse size, 6ft.x 29in........
TRAPS
Japanese Beetle Traps, Ellisco No. 4. The most efficient and widely used trap on the mar- ket for destroying these pests. Designed on the same general plan as that used by the U. S. Dept. of Agriculture. A standard cage or a quart Mason jar screwed to the base of the trap serves to catch and hold the beetles as they fall.
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ADS iO Lycee prey are eee ee eee . $1.25
Beetleicages ci cesar: at. oe ee ee 8355)
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Granular Beetle Bait, 4-oz. can......... A0
(Special descriptive circular supplied on request) TUBS
Breck’s Lexington Plant Tubs. Light, but
strong. Made of the best native white Pine. painted green. Galvanized iron hoops.
Inside Inside No. top diam. Depth Each 2 7 in. 7 Un eadeca 3 See ee $0.80 3 8 in. RoE ches er eee eae 5.6 1 te 85 4 9 in. ONS Sant Rod See ee .90 5 10 in. OGL ange ee 1.00 6 iE abe L OUT Se a ee See 1.25 if 12 in. Lane a eee ee 1.45 8 Sanne 12: 1a Aa ee eee 1.85 9 14 in. US itome wept Sede one 2.10 10 15 in. LAIN See aaa ee 250) 11 16 in. i 11 Arana te ace ae 2.60 12 iWStsh: LG; Ut cert eee ae oe ee 3.00 13 18 in. (pint oe en ee ee ee 3.60 14 19 in. ESTES, Soar eect ee ee 4.35
Heavy Cedar Plant Tubs. Sturdy, strong and
durable. Made of selected cedar, painted green. Inside Bottom Outside Weight
top diam. diam. Depth each Price No. inches Inches Inches Lbs. Each QO 2434 2234 24 rs tein $12.50 1 23% 2014 22 44..... 11.10 By PH 18% 20 Othe oone CLCe 3 18i 16% 18 28a on SUD 4 16% 14% 16 2A sec) OCDO 5 14%6 13% 14 Mlasee Sa SO 6 12% 10% 12 ace t a e e4.05): 7 11% 9% 10 Oe wae = ZO) 8 104 9 vs 9146 keene oho
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TYING MATERIALS AND DEVICES
Soft Jute Twine. Either natural gray color or green-dyed. For tying up vines and plants. Bel eg alll rete teen eae le es Bao as $0.35
Binder Twine. Inexpensive and practical for tying up specimen evergreens, Roses and all other plants that require Winter protection.
alloy SUN Ge Gar bes Bid heeete Cote .. $0.85 Raffia, Natural. A palm-fibre used for tying
plants, bunching vegetables, weaving, and
basketry.
Ua aD kc Cenc sey Malena a fokch ake atiys es ow 8 $0.30
In braids (uneven weights) just as pulled from the bale, 40c. per lb.; 10-Ib. lots and over, 38c. per lb. Raffia, Green-Dyed. 16-lb. pkg. 75c. Silkaline. Used for tying up flowers in bouquet work. F. fine; FF. medium; FFF. coarse. Spools Ocssbox Ot Spools. 25...... ++. $3.00 ‘Twist-Ems.’ The new handy Plant-tie. Strong, broad, dark-green, tapes with invisible wire reinforcements. Easy to use, just a sim- ple twist of the wrist and the plant is tied. Inexpensive too.
Box otlcowlo-inwlength seems. ose e bOL00. Boxmotml25e-Ins lengths cen... ae ses 620 Boxmotel Ose =i lene thee. aoe sare eo (Special prices quoted on large quantities.
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TROWELS
All-Steel Garden Trowel, No. 809. Made of one piece of rigid steel; shaped, ventilated handle. Blade polished. 25¢c.
WATERING POTS
We have Watering Pots but since the stock is limited we cannot tell what styles and sizes we will have from day to day throughout the season. If you need a Watering Pot, visit our Tool Department at 85 Franklin St., Boston. You are sure to find one that will meet your re- quirements if you come in soon.
WATERING DEVICES
Allen’s Root Irrigator. There is nothing better for quick, efficient and thorough water- ing to a sufficient depth to properly saturate and soften the ground around deep- rooted shrubs, trees and evergreens, and to dissolve the chemicals in the soil. Consists of a l4-in. pointed steel tube, 36 in. long, with
three discharge openings spaced about 2 in. apart; e first opening 6 in. from tip.
Simply attach it to the end of an ordinary garden hose by the brass swivel connec- tion. Equipped with brass shut-off. A splendid device and within the price range of every home owner. $2.25
Waterwand. A scientifically designed gadget that fits onto any garden hose. It releases water in a steady, yet gentle flow at the base of plants, leaving the water motionless on the ground to soak in. This method of watering encourages deep, sturdy roots. The Water- wand’s over-all length of 52 in. enables the user to reach to the back of large flower beds easily. Discharge head, 134 in. in diameter and 134 in. long. All parts beautifully finished cadmium, resistant to corrosion. Fits any standard hose connection. $2.50
Lawn Sprinklers. We have Lawn Sprinklers which vary in price from $1.00 up. We cannot however, tell just what styles or types we may have from day to day, throughout the season. If you need one visit our Tool De- partment at 85 Franklin St., Boston. We feel sure that you will find one that will meet your requirements if you come soon.
Soil Soaker. A simple device employing a new method of flower bed and garden irrigation. It puts water just where water is needed— right in the soil at the plant roots. The Soil Soaker is made of porous canvas. Attached to a garden hose it fills up and, under normal pres- sure, water seeps through every pore of its entire length, soaking directly into the soil. No spray and no waste.
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Magic Weeders. Sturdily constructed. Spring steel tines, galvanized, with nicely finished wood handle.
Style A —=3 tines, 514 in. handle....... $0.15 Style B —3 tines, 13 in. handle........ .20 Style BB—3 tines, 36 in. handle........ 29
SPEEDY WEEDER Replaceable blade
A splendid tool for use in the home vegetable garden, where a quick and efficient method of weed eradication is wanted. A sturdy frame holds a high-grade and very sharp double edged steel knife which can be removed for sharpening. When in use this 8 in. blade cuts the weeds, and at the same time cultivates the top soil. Invaluable for use between rows in the vegetable garden. A 4% ft. well balanced handle eli- minates back breaking effort. Each $1.75
SKINNER PORTABLE WATERING LINE for HOME GARDENS
At last the famous Skinner System, used by professional gardeners for thirty years, is avail- able to you. seen. No moving parts—cannot possibly get out of order. It will serve you for a lifetime. Works —| on ordinary house pressure—just fasten to gar- |
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BREXONE FOR LAWNS anp FLOWER GARDENS
Brexone for Lawns and Flower Gardens has made a really great name for itself in the comparatively short time that has elapsed since its intro- duction. Our files are crowded with flattering comments relative to this amazingly effective plant food. Brexone has a 100% organic base of the highest grade. All of the important plant food elements, including Nitro- gen, Phosphorus and Potash are included in this remarkable formula which incidentally contains no useless filler. In compliance with War-Time regu- lations, we have made certain necessary changes in the original formula. Eas ae 5-10-4, however, continues to be a product that we can be justly proud of.
_ Owing to government control, we have been unable to definitely estab- lish prices for 1943 in time for printing in this catalog. Prices when estab- lished will unquestionably be fair. We will quote prices whenever requested, but our customers may safely order their requirements without hesitation as to these prices being out of line with the quotations of other years. Don’t delay! Order early !
LOMA
A well known and well liked general purpose fertilizer that has always satisfactorily served the home owner for lawns, trees, shrubs, etc. Now, manufactured and sold under war-time restrictions imposed by the U. S. Government. Prices on application
BREXONE FOR VEGETABLES
This Brexone 4-10-10 conforms to all Government regulations and is formulated so as to serve the best interests of the war effort. We recommend it unreservedly to vegetable growers, large and small, and to all those horticulturists who specialize in the growing of fruits—and flowers as well.
Brexone for Vegetables represents a 100% organic base fertilizer. The organic Nitrogen carrier used has been selected because of its fine quality and its adaptability to the particular needs of a plant food that feeds slowly, steadily and effectively instead of all at once. Both phosphate and potash are in highest available form. This quality fertilizer will produce top qual- ity crops. We feel that it will meet the most exacting requirements of home gardeners and estate owners. Prices as in the case of Brexone for Lawns and Gardens will be established when Government regulations are known. (See last paragraph under Brexone to the left).
VIGORO
A plant food familiar to many who have used it with complete satis- faction on their lawns, trees, shrubs, and flower gardens. Now manufac- tured according to formula that conforms to U. S. Government war-time standards. Prices on application
MISCELLANEOUS FERTILIZERS FOR ALL CROPS
PULVERIZED SHEEP MANURE
A standard dressing for lawns and gardens. The material is in fine me- chanical condition, all weed seeds being destroyed during the grinding and drying process. Apply two or three times during the season.
For smaller packages see ‘‘Packaged Fertilizers’ below.
50-lb. bag $1.75, 100-lb. bag $3.00, ton $50.00
SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE
Strawy manure from the cowbarn; machine dried and shredded. Ready for immediate use. Recommended for general garden use in any situation where barnyard manure is required.
For smaller packages see ‘‘Packaged Fertilizers’ below.
50 Ibs. $1.75, 100 lbs. $3.00, ton $50.00
PULVERIZED CATTLE MANURE
We can furnish this finely pulverized manure at the same prices as those quoted on Shredded Cattle Manure listed directly above.
BONEMEAL FERTILIZER
For the lawn, for shrubbery borders, for tree feeding, for perennial beds, and for the growing of vegetables, fine-ground Bonemeal is invaluable, as it never burns and it is slow acting and sure acting.
For smaller packages see ‘“‘Packaged Fertilizers’ below.
50 Ibs. $2.25, 100 Ibs. $3.50, ton $60.00
MILORGANITE
A natural, unadulterated organic plant food containing more ot the basic fertilizer elements than good old barnyard manure. A valuable fertilizer for top dressing lawns and grassland.
25 lbs. $1.00, 50 lbs. $1.75, 100 Ibs. $3.25
PLANT DINNER
Plant Dinner is an odorless, easy to use and economical plant food for use on vegetable and flower gardens, shrubs, lawns or house plants. It contains the chemicals, vitamins and hormones known to be necessary to plant life. Dissolve 2 to 3 teaspoonfuls in one gallon of water and apply with a watering can. 6-oz. pkg. 75c., lb. pkg. $1.75
PACKAGED FERTILIZERS
For the convenience of our customers we offer the following line of specially packaged fertilizers. The sizes are planned to meet the re- quirements of small users and each is packed in a siftproof container which will open to allow the fertilizer to be poured out for use.
Sheep Manure.
Pkg. (34 oz.) 20c., pkg. (5 Ibs.) 35c., pkg. (18 lbs.) $1.00 Cow Manure.
Pkg. (26 oz.) 20c., pkg. (3% Ibs.) 35c., pkg. (20 Ibs.) $1.20 Bonemeal.
Pkg. (34 oz. ) 20c., pkg. (5 lbs.) 35c., pkg. (16 lbs.) $1.00
VICTORY FERTILIZER (3-8-7)
For Vegetable and Fruit Production in Home Gardens
As we go to press the Government promises this reliable and safe fer- tilizer for home garden use. Further information is unobtainable.
It will be a 3-8-7 plant food restricted in its use to Home Garden Fruit and Vegetable Crops, and with an inorganic nitrogen content. We are unable to print anything definite regarding either delivery or prices When further advice on this subject is given out by the Government we will gladly quote prices on application.
HY-TROUS
A scientifically balanced fertilizer, in concentrated liquid form, for use on shrubs, lawns, house plants and in Victory vegetable gardens. It will furnish all the nutrients necessary to bring plants into full, healthy maturity in the shortest length of time. It is odorless, economical to use and easy to apply. One tablespoonful to each gallon of water is sufficient for house plants, but for general garden use the solution should be a little stronger; 2 tablespoons to each gallon of water. 3-o0z. bottle 25c., 8-oz. bottle 59c.,
16-oz. bottle 99c., 32-o0z. bottle $1.79, gal. $5.95
HY-GRO (13-26-13)
Hy-Gro is a soluble, odorless plant food for use either on vegetables, house plants, garden plants or on the lawn. It is especially valuable for crops growing under glass which need a powerful fertilizer that is instantly available. Hy-Gro food elements dissolve quickly in water, making a solu- tion that will supply plants with all the nourishment they need for healthy, vigorous growth. Use at the rate of two tablespoonsful of powder to one gallon of water. 3-0z. pkg. 25c., 20-oz. size $1.00, 10 Ib. size $4.00
FERTI-FLORA
An odorless liquid plant food for potted plants, window boxes, home garden and cut flowers. Ferti-Flora is a highly concentrated plant food and it is only necessary to add one teaspoonful to a quart of water and pour on the soil as in ordinary watering.
. For cut flowers add one teaspoonful to each quart of water. In this solu- tion they will last much longer and changing the water will be unnecessary.
8-oz. bottle 35c., 1-qt. bottle $1.00, 1-gal. $3.00
PLANTABBS WITH VITAMIN B-1
A new plant food in tablet form which provides a clean, odorless, per- fectly balanced and complete nourishment for small vegetable and flower gardens as well as potted plants.
30 tablets 25c., 75 tablets 50c., 200 tablets $1.00, 1000 tablets $3.50
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(NOT FERTILIZERS) ROOTONE
The plant hormone powder. Rootone is not a fertilizer or plant food but is a root forming stimulant. Just dip cuttings into the powder. Shake off any excess and plant. Rooting takes place in a much shorter time, heavier root system is formed and fewer die from disease. When seeds and bulbs are dusted with Rootone before planting, germination is quicker and root growth faster and heavier. 14-o0z. pkt. (sufficient to treat 400 cuttings, 21% Ibs. of seed, or 100 bulbs) 25c., 2-oz. jar, $1.00; 1-lb. can, $5.00.
TRANSPLANTONE
A vitamin-hormone stimulant for plants. Transpiantone is a water soluble powder containing Vitamin B-1 and other parts of the Vitamin B fraction, plus certain plant hormones which are active in root forma- tion. Dissolve one level teaspoonful of Transplantone in one gallon of water. Soak the soil around the plant roots with this solution immedi- ately after transplanting. The hcrmones aid in the formation of new roots while the Vitamin B chemicals stimulate their continued growth. 14-oz. pkg. (sufficient for 5 gallons of transplant solution) 25c., 3-o0z. can
$1.00, 1-Ib. can $4.00
FRUITONE
Fruitone is a powder containing the synthetic hormones which have been found by the United States Department of Agriculture to be most ef- fective in stopping the premature drop of Apples. Fruitone is a spray ma- terial and should be mixed at the rate of 1 level teaspoonful to 1 gallon of water or 2 ounces to 25 gallons. The trees should be sprayed immedi- ately, when dropping begins. With the use of Fruitome Apples can be held on the tree longer so that they attain a higher color and a better size.
2/5 oz. pkg. 25c., 2-oz. can $1.00, 12-0z. can $5.00
HORMODIN
The root forming chemical. Hormodin stimulates rapid root growth on plant cuttings and makes easy the rooting of many plants which were formerly impossible or very difficult to root. Hormodin powders simplify the treatment of cuttings. The moistened stems are simply dipped in Hormodin and then gently tapped to remove the excess powder before setting them in the sand. Because different plants require different treat- ments, Hormodin Powder has been developed in three strengths to parallel the range of hormones in nature.
Powder No. 1. Designed primarily for use on Carnations, Chrysanthe- mums, Poinsettias, Roses and similar types. Many house, garden and greenhouse plants are included in the complete list.
Trial size pkg. 25c., 134-oz. tin 50c., 1-lb. tin $3.00
Powder No. 2. Designed for use on less sensitive species which comprise many of the semi-woody types and many of the common shrubs.
134-oz. tin 75c., 1-lb. tin $4.50
Powder No. 3. Designed for use with the more resistant species which comprise most of the evergreens and dormant leafless cuttings.
l-oz. tin $1.00, 14-lb. tin $4.50
Combination Package. Powders No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 in | carton, 75c.
BREXONE VITAMIN B-1
Vitamin B-1 is a root invigorator, not a fertilizer. It stimulates the growth of roots and thus enables plants to derive the greatest benefit from the soil in which they grow. Through its use marvelous results have been achieved with house plants. Nurserymen have found it particularly effec- tive in rooting cuttings which are ordinarily difficult to start. Vitamin B-1 solution is used for the soaking of seeds before planting, with fine results and is excellent for the watering of seedlings. A drop of Vitamin B-1 in 2 quarts of water is sufficient. A 2-ounce bottle will make 500 gallons of solu- tion. Detailed directions for use accompany each bottle. 2-0z. bottle 50c.
NOD-O-GEN A PURE CULTURE OF NODULE BACTERIA
The nitrogen-gathering bacteria furnished in a humus base causes nodules to develop on the roots of legume crops. These nodules gather nitrogen from the air and convert it into plant-food, saving plant- food in the soil. Full directions accompany every package. When ordering be sure to state what crop you wish to inoculate.
Special Garden Size. Combining bacteria for Peas, Beans, Sweet Peas and Lupines. Sufficient for about 5 lbs. of seed. Pkg. 10c, Alfalfa, Sweet Clover, Red Clover, Aisike Clover and other Clovers. 1-bu. size 30c., 1-bu. size 50c., 214-bu. size $1.00
Soybeans, Cowpeas, Vetch, Field Peas, Field Beans and Garden Beans. W%-bu. size 25c., 1-bu. size 35c., 5-bu. size $1.50
To secure best results from the use of Nod-0-Gen, top-dress liberally with Ground Limestone or Agricultural Lime to correct any acid condition in the soil.
AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS
Acid Phosphate. See Superphosphate below.
Aluminum Sulphate. Commercial grade. Used to create an acid condi- tion in the soil for Rhododendrons, Azaleas or other acid loving plants. 5 lbs. 40c., 10 lbs. 75c., 100 lbs. $4.00 Calcium Chloride. Used on walks or roadways as a dust layer and surface binder. One bag is sufficient for 50 sq. yds. of surface. Supplied in 100-lb. bags only. (We do not break bags). 100 lbs. $2.70 Copperas (Sulphate o/ Iron). Finely pulverized. A valuable disinfectant and weed-killer. May be used either dry or dissolved in water. 5 lbs. 40c., 10 lbs. 75c., 100 lbs. $4.50 Copper Sulphate (Blue Stone). Fine granulated. A chemical that is used as a fungicide; the chiet ingredient of Bordeaux Mixture. It is also used for destroying slime and algae in pools. Lb. 12c., 10 lbs. $1.15, 100 lbs. $10.00 Land Plaster (Agricultural Gypsum). Fine ground. 5 lbs. 25c., 25 lbs. 75c., 100 Ibs. $2.00, ton $30.00 Land Lime (Magnesium Limestone). A fine non-caustic limestone. Not a plant-food but used to correct the acid condition of the soil. 5 lbs. 25c., 10 lbs. 35c., 25 Ibs. 60c., 100 Ibs. $1.50, ton $18.00 Lime,|Hydrated. Fine-ground Caustic Lime for use on land; must be used with care. Quick acting. May also be used in spray mixtures and fcr white- washing. 10 lbs. 35c., 25 lbs. 60c., 50-lb. bag $1.00, 100 lbs. $2.00 Lime (Snow Fluff Brand). A superfine powdered, hydrated lime especially prepared for spraying and dusting. 10-lb. paper bags 50c. each, 50-lb. bag $2.00 Salt, Agricultural. For killing weeds in Asparagus beds, walks, drive- ways, etc. (We do not break bags.) 100-Ib. bags only, $1.75 Superphosphate (Acid Phosphate, 18% to 20%). 5 lbs. 25c., 25 lbs. 65c., 60 Ibs. $1.15, 100 lbs. $2.00
HORTICULTURAL SUNDRIES FLORALIFE
A preparation which helps cut flowers to live longer, prevents fading, re- tards wilting and maintains fragrance. Pkg. 10c., large pkg. $1.00
FINE DOMESTIC PEAT MOSS
Domestic Peat Moss, fine ground stock; equal in every way to the Euro- pean Peat Moss which is no longer obtainable. Domestic Peat Moss has great absorbent properties and decays quickly so that it rapidly becomes incorporated with the soil. A splendid mulching material.
Breck’s Standard Carton Bale. Containing about 12 cu. ft. and weigh-
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SUPER ADCO
For making Artificial Manure. Dry leaves, mixed with Adco and kept moist, turn into excellent manure. So do flower-stalks, cuttings, pea vines, and almost any other kind of non-woody vegetable waste. Adco is a powder which, mixed with vegetable matter and kept moist, turns the latter into real manure, but without odor, flies, etc. The process is perfectly simple and not at all laborious. (Directions accompany each shipment.)
25-lb. bag (enough for about 12 wheelbarrow loads of garden waste, mak- ing 14 ton manure) $2.25; 150-lb. bag (enough for a heap 10x10x6 ft. making about 3 tons of manure) $10.50. Trial size, 7/4-lb. pkg. $1.00.
POTTING SOIL, LEAF-MOLD, ETC.
Regular Potting Soil. Good quality loam. Untreated. Bu. $1.25 Leafmoid. The best grade of sifted Leafmold. Peck 40c., bu. $1.25 Lump Charcoal. For greenhouse use. 30-Ib. bag $2.00 Granulated Charcoal. 50-Ib. bag $2.00 Greenhouse Sand. Specially graded coarse sharp sand for rooting cuttings
and mixing with potting soil. Peck 60c., bu. $2.00 Silver Sand. Peck 60c., bu. $2.00 Sphagnum Moss. Bale (approxim. 4 cu. ft.) $3.50
SPREADERS
Brexone Fertilizer Spreader. America’s greatest value. Disc wheels, foot rest and hand feed control. Right size for small lawns. Sturdily built. The spreading width is 18 in. and the wheel diameter 8 in.
Width 16 in.—capacity 22 lbs
Salem Heavy-Duty Fertilizer Distributor. A well constructed distributor capable of withstanding hard
knocks and long usage. Will
quickly. Sheet metal hopper with welded steel ends. Ratchet driven shaft. Automatic feed control prevents flow when spreader is not in motion. Pipe handle with leg rest. Wheels 18 in. diameter, 214 in. tread.
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Brexone Fertilizer Spreader Width 30 in., cap. 80 Ibs..14.95 Width 36 in., cap. 125 lbs.. 24.00
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A simple and highly efficient mixing and spray- ing device which is attached to the ordinary gar- den hose in place of the regular nozzle. The water from the hose passes through a chamber in which a cartridge has been placed. The cartridge dis- solves slowly but in sufficient quantity to provide the correct strength to the solution that is torced out of the nozzle in a fine, cloud-like spray. With the assortment of cartridges now available this sprayer provides everything that is needed to control most plant diseases and insect pests.
Specifications subject to change at any time
Arnold Standard Sprayer. Consists of 12-in. nozzle, transparent cartridge chamber with metal threaded ends and shut-off. All exposed metal is chromium plated. $4.00 each
Angle Extension. 36-inch. A chromium plated extension which may be attached to the stand- ard sprayer for extended reach. Throws spray at an angle. $1.75 each
Straight Extension. 36-inch. Same as above, except that spray is thrown straight from nozzle. $1.75 each
ARNOLD CARTRIDGES All cartridges—Each 35c., doz. $4.00
Arsen-O-Spray. For the control of leaf eating insects such as caterpillars, codling moth, etc.
Cleanswell Auto Wash. For washing auto- mobiles. Cartridge fits regular sprayer cr special auto wash sprayer.
Funguspray. The control of stem rot, fruit rot, blight, etc. Nic-O-Spray. ants, etc. P-R (Pyrethrum-Rotenone). A cartridge com- bining these two effective killing agents to combat a wide variety of insect pests. Re- stricted by W.P.B. Conservation Order M-133 to ‘‘use in the protection of food crops other than Cotton, Tobacco, Cranberries, Eggplant, Cucurbits, Onions, Peppers and Sweet Corn.”
Sulph-O-Spray. For control of mildew, cedar rust and brown rot.
Vitamin B-1. A cartridge for supplying Vita- min B-1 to all growing plants. May be used in Garden Hose Sprayer or Subsurface Itrigator.
Kills by contact, scale, aphis,
ADCO (See Super Adco, page 99.)
ADCO WEED KILLER (See Weed Killers, page 102).
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ANT BUTTONS. For ants and roaches. Kills them in the nest. Pkg. 25c.
ANTROL (Kills Ants in the Nest). Antrol sets consist of small glass jars which when filled with syrup are placed in ant-infested locations. The use of Antrol results in effec- tive control of both sweet and grease-eat- ing ants.
Ready-filled Sets. Containing 4 feeders
filled with syrup. A0c. Regular Antrol Cottage Set, with 4 con- tainers and one 4-oz. bottle syrup. 60c.
Syrup. 4-oz. bottle 20c., 1-pt. 50c., 1-qt. 90c., l-gal. can $2.75.
ANTROL ANT POWDER (A New Formula Dusting Powder). Kills quickly ants, roaches, silver fish. Will not injure vegetation.
184-oz. can 10c., 41%4-0z. can 25c.
ANTROL ANT TRAPS. Can be used inside or outside the house. A safe container. 10c. each
ANTROL FLEA POWDER (A New Formula). Non-poisonous but deadly to fleas, lice and similar parasites on domestic pets.
2-oz. can 25c., 12-0z. can $1.00
ANTUBE, BUCKEYE. Simple, quick and easy method of exterminating ants. The antube comes equipped with a dropper attachment for safe and economical application. A drop of Buckeye Antube placed on the sand heap be- side the ant hill will exterminate a small colony in 24 hours. Larger colonies require more.
Home size 35c., Country Club size $1.00
ANTZIX. Posit- ively kills all sweet- eating AN tSs employ- ing a
new toxic agent which kills slowly and thus permits worker ants to return to the nest with the syrup before dying. Thus the en- tire colony is destroyed.
Household Set. Consisting of 1!4-oz. bottle of Antzix syrup with an adjustable ant- ramp or support which makes access to the poison easy. Complete set 30c., postpaid
Small Home and Garden Set. Contains a 2-cz. bottle of Antzix Syrup and two pat- ented dispensers, specially constructed to automatically make available to the ants, a sufficient supply of syrup. Complete set 50c.
Large Home and Garden Set. A 4-oz. bot- tle of Antzix Syrup with four patented Ant- zix dispensers. Complete set 7dc.
Antzix Syrup.
4-0z. bottle 50c., pt. bottle $1.50
REPELLENTS STERILIZERS AND WEED KILLERS
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ARSENATE OF LEAD. Highest quality lead. The standard insecticide for all leaf-eating insects on trees, shrubs and plants. For general use 2 tablespoonfuls to 1 gal. of water. Lb. pkg. 30c., 4 lb. pkg. $1.00, 24-Ib. pkg. $4.50
ATLACIDE (Chlorate Weed Killer). (See Weed Killers, page 102).
BEETLE TRAP ELLISCO (Sce Traps in list of Garden Tools and Requisites).
“BLACK LEAF 40.”’ A concentrated solution of Nicotine Sulphate. Active ingredient, Nico- tine 40%. For spraying to destroy soft-bodied sucking insects. Oz. bottle 35c., 5-oz. bottle $1.00, lb. tin $2.50, 2-lb. tin $3.75, 5-lb. tin
$6.90, 10-Ib. tin $11.65
BONCOP. A rotenone-copper, insecticide-fung- icide dust for the control of certain insects, blights, leaf spots, mildew and other plant dis- eases. Effective and easily applied. Restricted by W.P.B. Conservation Order M-133 to use in the prcduction of food crops other than Cot- ton, Tobacco, Cranberries, Eggplant, Cucur- bits, Onions, Peppers and Sweet Corn.
Lb. 35¢., 5 lbsa gl25
BONROTE. A rotenone-sulphur, insecticide- fungicide dust for the control of Mexican Bean Beetles and other insects as well as for the con- trol of certain plant diseases. Particularly desirable for use on vegetables because it is non-poisonous. Restricted by W.P.B. Con- servation Order M-133 to use in the production of fecod crops other than Cotton, Tobacco, Cranberries, Eggplant, Cucurbits, Onions, Peppers and Sweet Corn. Lb. 35c., 5 lbs. $1.25
BORDEAUX MIXTURE. This is the standard remedy for fungous diseases. Use 1 lb. to 8 gals. water for all ordinary spraying. Lb. pkg. 30c., 4-lb. pkg. $1.00, 24-Ilb. pkg. $4.50
BORERKIL (Nicotine Paste). When injected into their burrows it kills borers in shade trees, shrubs and plants. Easy to use. A decided advance over the knife or wire methods. When mixed with water, Borerkil is an effective plant spray and dog repellent.
Garden size tube, equipped with injector, 60c. each
CALCIUM ARSENATE. Arsenate of Lead and Lime. A cheap, quick-acting poison for potato bugs and other leaf-eating insects.
Lb. pkg. 20c., 4-lb. pkg. 50c., 24-Ib. pkg. $2.50
CALCIUM CASEINATE, A-1. A combination spreader and adhesive that gives increased coverage and added efficiency to any spray with which it has been mixed. One lb. of A-1l makes 125 gallons of spray.
2-lb. bag 55c., 10 Ibs. $2.70, 25 lbs. $6.50, 50 lbs. $12.00, 100 Ibs. $22.50 taht (See Semesan Products on page
CHAPERONE DRY POWDER. For indoor use to keep dogs away, protecting rugs and furni- ture. Does not discolor any material. Large duster cone container. $1.00
CHAPERONE, Liquid. For outdoor use only. It drives dogs away. Spray without diluting on shrubs, trees, hedges, etc. Use fine mist sprayer. 4-oz. bottle 50c., 12-0z. size $1.00, qt. $2.00
COLLOIDAL SULFUR (Linco Brande are the control of Cedar Apple rust and other fung- ous diseases. Usual dilution: 6 lbs. to 100 gals. Qt. bottle (3 Ibs. net weight) $1.50, gal. size
$3.00
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COPPERLOID. Copper oxide in its most active form. Colloidal. Neutral and safe to use. For black spot and mildew. 1 part to 400 parts of water. 4 oz. 60c., lb. $1.85
COPPER SULPHATE (or Blue Stone). granulated. Lb. 12c., 10 Ibs. $1.15, 100 Ibs. $10.00
CREOSOTE, Cabot’s Gypsy Moth. This Mix- ture is sure death to the eggs of the gypsy moth, tussock moth and similar insects.
Qt. 45c., gal. $1.10
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CROW FEZ. The economical Crow-repellent. *“\ good buy for you and a goodbye to crows.”’ A liquid to be sprayed over the seed. Full in- structions on cans. Non-poisonous, assists in preventing seed-rot. A great protection against the labor of replanting. 4 pt. cans (sufficient for a bushel of Corn) 35c., pt. 50c., qt. 75c.
CYANOGAS A-DUST. For the control of rats, woodchucks, moles and other rodents, as well as ants and similar insects. Complete instruc- tion pamphlet in every can. Lb. can 75c.,
5-lb. can $3.00, 25-lb. pail $10.00
CYANOGAS ANT KILLER. A gas producing powder applied directly to ant nests in lawns and gardens. 4-o0z. container, enough to *ill a million ants. 30c.
CYANOGAS G-FUMIGANT. The most wide- ly used greenhouse insecticide. Used for the fumigation of mushroom houses, soil fumiga- tion, grain fumigation, and mills and ware- houses. Complete instruction pamphlet in container. 5-lb. can $3.00, 25-lb. pail $10.00
DANDELION KILLER KEMICAL (See Weed Killers, page 102).
DISINFECTANT B-K. A liquid antiseptic and germicide commonly used as a disinfectant by dairymen, farmers, hotels and restaurants.
4-oz. bottle 30c., 10-oz. bottle 50c., qt. bottle 90c., gal. $2.00
DISINFECTANT B-K POWDER. For exactly the same purpose as B-K Liquid. Small can 75c., large can $1.50
DISINFECTANT HTH 15. Sodium hypochlor- ide, 15% available chloride. Efficient germi- cide, bactericide, disinfectant, and deodorant.
Lb. tin 50c., 3-lb. tin $1.00
DISINFECTANT, Wheaton’s Safety (Former- ly sold as B.T.B. Disinfectant). A dry powder used as a wet spray by dissolving 1 lb. of powder in 12 gallons of water. Recommended by state dairy inspectors. 14-lb. can 80c., lb. can $1.30, 214-lb. can $2.60
DOGZIX. A liquid to be sprayed directly onto evergreens, trees, and shrubs without dilution. Dogzix odor is offensive and drives and keeps keeps dogs away. 3-oz. bottle 45c. postpaid
6-oz. bottle 65c., postpaid
EVERGREEN SPRAY. An excellent spray ma- terial for use against both chewing and sucking insects. The killing agent is Pyrethrum. It is non-poisonous to bumans and may therefore be used with safety on all kinds of vegetable crops. Very effective for killing a wide range of insect pests. Oz. bottle 35c.,
6-oz. bottle $1.00, 16-oz. bottle $2.15
FORMACIDE (Stabilized Formaldehyde Dust). Seed and soil treating compound. Controls ‘‘damping-off’’ of seedlings, root and stem rots. Use 8 ozs. to a bushel of potting soil or 114 ozs. per square foot, in beds, benches or flats. Lb. can S85c., postpaid,
5-lb. can, $2.50 postpaid Larger sizes furnished at current prices
FRUITONE (See page 99).
by express collect, please add a reasonable amount for postage. This does not apply to orders of $2.50 or more in our local Delivery Area.
For Mildew anc th Black Spot on |; '
FUNGICIDE ano STIMULANT ; a
This highly concentrated fungicide prevents mildew on Roses and on many other plants and effectively checks black spot. For mildew on Phlox we recommend it very highly. It leaves no residue on the foliage. 1% pt. 7dc., pt. $1.25,
qt. $2.00, 14 gal. $3.50, gal. $6.00
FUME-OGEN. It chases pests away and helps keep them away. A scientific dog and ant re- pellent—it protects garden plants from dogs— it chases ants off lawns, walks and flower beds —it quickly rids the home of ants. When cul- tivated into the soil or when spread lightly on the surface it will control many soil insects.
Sold in handy shaker. 9-oz. cans for 50c. GRAFTING WAX, Trowbridge’s. 14 lb. 25c., % Ib. 35c., Ib. 55c.
GREENTOX
Greentox contains Rotenone and other active principles of Derris and Cube, com- bined with fumigants and effective spread- ing agents in such a manner as to give etfec- tive control of an unusual variety of insects on flowers, plants, shrubs, small fruits, vege- tables, tent caterpillars in nest, etc.
by Fumes—and
Kills 3 ways by Stomach Poisoning
You will prefer Greentox because it is a super-Rotenone spray and actually kills insects—because it is stainless, economical, and non-poisonous when used as directed and because this single spray can rid plants, flowers, and vegetables of practically all the insects that will attack them. Oz. 35c., 6 ozs. $1.00, 16 ozs. $2.00, 32 ozs. $3.50, gal. $12.00
HORMODIN (See page 99).
JAPELLENT. A non-poisonous, arsenic-free re- pellent and insecticide that protects plants against injury and that kills Japanese beetles on contact. Japellent is harmless to humans and animals, but deadly toxic to beetles and other leaf-eating insects. It leaves an invisible, protective film on the foliage that effectively repels beetle attack. 3-oz. can (makes 4 gal- lons) 50c., 12-0z. can (makes 15 gallons) $1.50,
5 lbs. (make 100 gallons) $4.85
LEMON OIL. Readily soluble in water. It de-
stroys insects and parasites of all kinds. Es-
pecially recommended for house plants. Use for Ivy Scale, etc. Mix 1 tablespoontul with
2 un warm water.
6 pt. 35c., pt. 60c., qt. $1.00, gal. $3.00
LIME, Snow Fluff Brand. A superfine powder- ed hy drated lime especially prepared for spray-
ing and dusting. 10-Ib. paper bags, 50c. each; 50-lb. bags $2.00
LIME SULPHUR, Dry. An effective dormant spray against scale. Use from 12 to 14 lbs. of Dry Powdered Lime-Sulphur, dissolved in 50 gallons of water. Lb. pkg. 30c., 5-lb. pkg.
$1.25, 25 lbs. $4.00, 100-Ib. keg $14.00
LIME-SULPHUR, Liquid Concentrated. A dormant spray material against scale of all kinds. Dilute with cold water—1 gallon makes
10 gallons of spray. Ot. 60c.,
gal. $1.25, 5 gals. $5.00
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LOID-O-LED. A colloidal paste. Lead arsenate in its most toxic state. Effective in smaller quantities and at much higher dilutions than other forms. Leaves no visible residue on foli- age. Mix one tablespoon with 71% gallons of water for the control of chewing insects.
4-oz. pkg. 40c., lb. $1.25
MAGITEX. The easy-to-use super-efficient and
safe shampoo for dogs and cats. Magitex eliminates tubbing, rinsing and drying. This amazing shampoo cleans, deodorizes, kills
tones skin and coat. Just dilute rub in and wipe off. 8-oz. bottle $1.00
MASKS (Martindale Pattern). A simple pro- tection against dust, vapors and mist when spraying ‘insecticides.
Each 65c., extra fillers, each 3c.
MOLOGEN in Powder Form. Will in no way injure soil or grass. Odorless. Eliminates moles om lawn within two or three days.
14-lb. can 50c., 114 lbs. $1.25, 5 Ibs. $4.00 Most
MOUSE KILLER, Sanaseed, Bonide. attractive to mice, killing them quickly. Sim- ply sprinkled from the package.
Small bag 15c., large pkg. 25c
parasites, in a cup of water,
MOUSE SEED. An effective means of ridding cellars, pantries and attics of mice. Pkg. 25c
MULTICIDE (Extra-strength Evergreen Spray). For the commercial grower and large estates (See Evergreen Spray).
Gal. cans only, $11.45
NICO-FUME LIQUID. A greenhouse fumi-
gant and spray material. Lb. can $2.25, 4-lb. can $5.75, 8-lb. can $10.00
NICO-FUME PAPER. The manufacture of this old fumigant has now been discontinued. Nico-Fume Powder listed below is recom- mended in its place.
NICO-FUME POWDER. A greenhouse fumi- one for the control of numerous insect pests. 5-lb. and Ib. sizes packed in pressure fumi- Ate containers. 1%-lb. tins 45c., lb. tins 75c., 5-lb. cans $3.65, 10- Ib. cans $6.30
Metal holder for 14-lb. and lb. tins $1.00
NOD-O-GEN (See page 99).
TRADE MARK REG.
O. K. PLANT SPRAY (Wilson’s). Effective in killing aphis, thrip, lacewing fly, currant worms and many other insects. Spray with 1 part ot Wilson’s O. K. to 15 parts of water. 1g pt. 40c., qt. $1.00, gal. $3.00, 5 gals. $12.00
PAINT, Cabot’s Black Tree-healing. <A special preparation used extensively by pro- fessional arborists, and invaluable for treating wounds and exposed ends of amputated branches. Everyone should give special atten- tion at this time to preserving ornamental and shade trees. Qt. can 40c., gallon $1.25
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PAINT, “‘Pine-White’’ Whitewash. Sanitary, deodorant, disinfectant. Brightens, whitens, disinfects. Dries white, stays white. For base- ments, cellars, chicken houses, dairy barns, dog kennels, factories, farm buildings, etc. Adheres to stone, granite, concrete, brick, tile, metal, wood, composition board. For use with brush, spray or as dust. 5 lbs. 60c., 10 Ibs. $1.00 25 Ibs. $2.25, 50 Ibs. $3.75, 100 1bs. $7.00
PARIS GREEN. An old-time insecticide for leaf eating insects. 4 Ib. 25c., lb. 50c.
PASTOXINE. A non-poisonous rat extermi- nator in jelly form. Harmless to human beings and domestic animals. Developed by the Pasteur Laboratories, France. Requires no preparation, no mixing.
Oz. pkg. 60c., lb. yar $5.00
POMO-GREEN WITH NICOTINE. A com- bined insecticide and fungicide for the control of black spot and mildew on plants and shrubs, especially Roses. Does not show on the foliage. Lb. can 80c., 41%-lb. size $3.00, 25-lb. drum $13.00, 50-Ib. drum $21.50, 100-lb. drum $41.00
PYRETHRUM DUST (Garden Guard). For your Victory Garden. An effective and safe (not injurious to humans and warm-blooded animals) insecticide-powder for use on vege- table crops. Acts both by contact and as a stomach poison on a wide range of plant pests.
1-lb. sifter carton 40c., 4-lb. bag $1.00
PYROTE. A pyrethrum-rotenone spray mate- rial to be used as a contact insecticide. Kills a wide range of sucking insect pests. Especially valuable for use in vegetable gardens for Pyrote is not poisonous to humans.
l-oz. bottle 35c., 5-oz. bottle $1.00, pint can $2.85
PYROX WITH NICOTINE. A well known combination insecticide and fungicide. Kills both sucking and leaf eating insects, and is very effective against many fungous diseases. Used widely as a complete spray for potatoes.
20-oz. jar 60c., 5 Ibs. $2.00, 25 lbs. $6.50
RAT BAITS, Topzol Bonide. Individually wrapped baits easily distributed in rat-infested areas. Pkg. (10 baits) 20c.
RAT KILLER, Blue Death, Bonide. Slow- acting poison. Rats die in the open; just spread as it comes from the tube on bread, meat, sausage, or other bait. Tube 35c.
RED ARROW GARDEN SPRAY. A highly concentrated non-poisonous Pyrethrum Soap spray tor killing both sucking and chewing insects. One teaspoonful per quart of water is sufficient. Oz. 35c., 4 ozs. $1.00, .pt. $2.85,
qt. $5.00, gal. $16.00
ROOTONE (See page 99).
ROTENONE DUST (Bonide Rotosyn). Rote- none, 34 of 1 per cent. Dry powder, non- poisonous to humans. Easily applied. Excel- lent control for leaf-eating insects on all crops; recommended for Mexican bean beetle, Cab- bage worms, aphis, etc. Restricted by W.P.B. Conservation Order M-133, to ‘‘use in the pro- tection of food crops other than Cotton, To- bacco, Cranberries, Eggplant, Cucurbits, Onions, Peppers and Sweet Corn.”
Lb. pkg. 30c., 5 Ibs. $1.00, 25-lb. drums $4.50
i me i iY THE COMPLETE DORMANT SPRAY
SCALECIDE. Reliable, simple, and economical spray for scale and soft-bodied sucking insects. A soluble miscible oil that mixes instantly with cold water and stays mixed. Spray thoroughly, using finest nozzle. For dormant spraying use 1 part Scalecide with 15 parts water. Ot. can 75c., gal. can $1.75, 5-gal. can $6.35, 15-gal. drum $14.95, 30-gal. drum $23.75, 50-gal.
drum $34.00 Special Notice on Scalecide Drums.
Because it is impossible to replace them, we must make an additional charge of $3.00 on each Drum-Container pending its return. As soon as they are empty ship each Drum direct to the manufacturer via freight, collect. The deposit will be refunded or credited to your account when the container is received by the manufacturer.
Insecticides, Fungicides and Weed Killers
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SEMESAN PRODUCTS
CERESAN, New Improved. A dry disinfectant for seed wheat, barley, rye, oats and flax. Gen- erally controls covered smuts, certain other seed-borne diseases; frequently improves yields. --44 oz. treats 1 bu. of seed grain. 4-oz. can 30c., 1-lb. can 80c., 4-lb. can $2.70
SEMESAN. Aids in reducing rots of flower and vegetable seeds and in checking damping-off of seedlings. Not to be used for treating lawn diseases (See Thiosan). 1 oz. treats 15 to 60 lbs. of seed. 1/3 oz. envelope 10c., 2-oz. can 40c., 1-lb. can $2.50, 5-lb. can $11.40
SEMESAN BEL. Easy, quick dip treatment for seed Potatoes. Usually controls such seed- borne diseases as scab and Rhizoctonia. Gen- erally reduces seed-piece rotting and frequently gives increased yields of better quality. Dip, drain, dry and seed potatoes are ready for planting. 1 lb. treats 60 to 80 bus. of seed. 2-oz. pkg. 30c., 1-Ib. can $1.65, 5-lb. can $7.15
SEMESAN JR. A double-acting seed disin- fectant for certain surface seed-borne diseases of Corn. Generally reduces seed rotting and seedling blights and permits early planting. Experiment station tests show an increased yield per acre. Inexpensive. 1% oz. pkge. treats 1 bu. of seed. 144-o0z. pkge. 15c.,
1-lb. can 75c., 614-lb. can $3.75
THIOSAN. A _ non-mercurial turf fungicide especially developed to combat brown patch and dollar spot. Well tolerated by grasses. Has a wide margin of safety. Thiosan goes into suspension easily. Usual rate of applica- tion, 1 lb. to 6000 sq. ft. of turf. Economical.
5-lb. can $6.45, 25-lb. drum $30.00, 100-lb. drum $115.00
SMACK (Kills Rose Bugs). A non-poisonous contact insecticide which will kill Rose bugs, Japanese beetles, red spiders, thrips, and vari- ous other beetles, flies and aphids. Will not burn or discolor either foliage or flowers. 8-oz. can 50c., pt. 95c., qt. $1.65, gal. $5.00,
5-gal. $18.00
SNAROL. An amazing prepa- ration that positively kills cut worms, snails, slugs, grasshoppers, and other an- noying pests. Simply spread Snarol thinly on the ground close to the plants. It is more appetizing to the pests than the plants are. Lb. pkg. 25c., 244-lb. pkg. 50c., 10 Ibs.
$1.50, 50 Ibs. $5.50
SOAP SPRAY, IMP. A non-poisonous spray for Victory Gardens; also for fruit trees, evergreens, etc. Very effective in kill- ing sucking insects. Use one part Imp Soap Spray with 25 to 40 parts of water. Ot. $1.00, gal. $3.00, 5 gals. $12.00
SOAP, FISH OIL. An old and very popular remedy for sucking and scale insects; also used as a spreading agent with other insecticides.
Lb. 40c., 5 lbs. $1.60, 10 Ibs. $3.00
SULPHUR, Colloidal See Colloidal Sulphur.
SULPHUR, Wettable or Dusting. A Summer spray for the control of Apple and Peach scab, leaf-spot, mildew and other sulphur-respond- ing diseases of fruits, shrubs and other plants. Use 5 to G lbs. per 100 gals. water; 8 level tea- spoonfuls to one gallon. This sulphur is also used for dusting and is effective wherever sul- phur dusting is recommended.
2 Ib. canister 30c., 5 lbs. 60c., 50 Ibs. $5.00
SUNOCO SPRAY. A self-emulsitying spray-oil that kills scale, aphis, psylla, red mite, leaf- hopper and certain other insects that overlive Winter on trees. Successfully used for the con- trol of lace-wing fly on Rhododendrons. For general use as dormant spray mix 1 gallon with 24 gallons water. Will not injure paint.
Gal. $1.50, 55 gals. $27.50
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TEROGEN. Autumn-Winter ground dressing. Terogen destroys fungi spores which live over Winter on fallen foliage and kills the larvae of harmful insects in the soil. 10 lbs. will treat 100\sq. ft. Lb. 75c:, 5 lbs. $2.75, 10 lbs. $4.75,
25 lbs. $11.00, 100 lbs. $40.00
TOBACCO DUST. 1 to 2% nicotine. For the dry dusting of plants to repel insects; also the most generally recommended control for chinch bugs in lawns (25 Ibs. per 1000 sq. ft.)
25 lbs. $1.50, 100 lbs. $5.00
TOBACCO POWDER (Not less than 1% nico- tine). Effective in combating chinch bugs, aphids and in repelling other insect pests. Very finely ground. Ib. 25c.,-0 lbs65e:
TOBACCO STEMS. For fumigating or for use as a mulch. 30-Ib. $1.25, 100-Ib. sack $4.00 TREE TANGLEFOOT. Perfect safeguard for trees, vines and shrubs aginst gypsy, brown-. tail moths and other creeping insects. 6-0z. can 45c., lb. can 80c., 5-lb. can $3.75, 10-Ib. can $7.00, 25-lb. can $15.00.
TRI-OGEN. Today's outstanding Rose spray. Triogen, if regularly and carefully used, will control every insect pest and diseases that at- tacks the Rose garden. Available in 4 sizes to meet every Rose grower’s needs. Small Kit (makes 16 quarts) $1.50—protects 12 to 20 Roses for season. Medium Kit (makes 64 quarts) $4.00—protects 50 to 80 Roses for season. Large Kit (makes 32 gallons) $6.00— protects 100 to 160 Roses for season. Estate Kit (makes 128 gallons) $20.00—protects
400 to 600 Roses for season.
VOLCK, Nursery. An insecticide effective against mites, scale, red spider and mealy bug, and when combined with ‘“‘Black Leaf 40,” Volck also controls thrips and lacy-wing fly.
Qt. can 75c., gal. can $2.25
VOLCK, Greenhouse. Similar to Nursery Volck but of a strength more suitable to green- house plants. Gal. $2.25
VOLCK NURSERY AND GARDEN SPRAY. Anew contact insecticide for the control of scale and a wide range of other insect pests.
4-0z. bottle 35c.
WEED KILLERS
ADCO WEED-KILLER. A chemical compound (powder) which will eliminate many weeds and mosses in the lawn.
3-lb. can $1.00, 25-lb. bag $4.00
ATLACIDE, Chlorate Weed Killer. Dis- solve in water and spray walks, driveways, tennis courts, etc., permanently eradicating the weeds because it kills the roots. Effective also in poison ivy eradication. Non-poisonous, non-staining. 5 1bs. $1.65, 15 Ibs. $3275;
50-lb. drum $7.50, 100 Ibs. $14.00
DANDELION KILLER KEMICAL. Perma- nently kills Dandelions and many other coarse weeds in the lawn. Apply a drop to the center of each weed with an oil can or similar appli- cator. Qt. $1.00, 4% gal. $1.65, gal. $2.75.
This amazing liquid chemical kills Crab Grass without perma- nent injury to lawn grasses. A 16 oz. bottle makes 10 gallons and treats 2000 sq. ft. ZOTOX also kills dandelion, plan- tain, chickweed, spurge and other lawn weeds. Full direc- tions on bottle. Prices: 8 oz, $1.00; 16 oz. $1.50; 32 oz, $2.50; 5 Ibs. $4.50.
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BRECK’S BULBS FOR SUMMER GARDENS
Descriptions and prices of all these bulbs will be found on page 104
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Delivery—J anuary and February
Very free-flowering plants which are grown for porch or conservatory decoration during the Summer. They may be tied up to slim stakes and used as upright plants, but are usually allowed to trail from hanging pots or moss baskets.
Pot up the bulbs in January or February in a compost made up from equal parts of loam, leaf- mold, and coarse, sharp sand. Plant about ten bulbs to a six-inch pot. They should be grown in a moist, warm atmosphere, and shaded from the sun until they begin to bloom.
Achievement. Rose-pink, carmine eye.
Dainty Queen. Large; pure white with pink eye.
Galathea, Improved. Deep lavender.
Magnifica. Deep blue. Very large flowers.
Margherita. Pure white, faint yellow throat.
Orchidea. Cattleya pink.
Purity. Clear white.
Purple King. Rich purple.
Supreme. Lavender, light creamy center.
Swansonia. Mauve, veined deep blue.
Verschaffelti. White, veined lilac.
Bulbs of the above varieties: 25c. each, $2.65 per doz., $20.00 per 100
ACIDANTHERA BICOLOR
Delivery—March to June
Valuable Summer-flowering bulbs, bearing dainty fragrant blooms of creamy white with a purple-maroon blotch. They should be planted about three inches deep in early June. Other- wise, their culture is identical with that of Gladi- olus, which they resemble somewhat in growth.
40c. for 3, $1.35 per doz., $10.00 per 100
CALADIUM (Colocasia)
ESCULENTUM Elephant Ears
Delivery—March and April
Illustrated on page 103. Tropical foliage plants with enormous light green leaves from which the common name Elephant Ears is derived. The flowers are of no consequence and the plants are grown solely for foliage effect. Height 4 feet.
Mammoth bulbs. ...30c. each, $3.00 per doz.
CALADIUM, FANC Y-LEAVED
Delivery—January to April
These plants are grown for foliage effect, be- cause of their extremely colorful variegated leaves.
Start the tubers during March or April in shal- low boxes of loose leafmold or peat moss. After root growth starts, they should be planted in individual pots, using a scil made up of equal parts of leafmold, loam, and coarse sand.
They may be grown on as pot plants or they may be transferred to the garden when the weather has become warm in late May or June. In either case, they must be shaded from the sun during the heat of the day and must be watered freely.
Mixed varieties only. 35c. each, $3.50 per doz.
CHLIDANTHUS FRAGRANS
Delivery—March to May
Attractive Summer-flowering plants which resemble and are related to Zephyranthes, bear- ing clusters of from two to four fragrant, golden yellow trumpet-shaped flowers. Plant out of doors in May, about three inches deep. They will thrive in any reasonably good garden soil.
50c. for 3, $1.85 per doz.
CINNAMON VINE (Dioscorea Batatas) Delivery—March to May
Illustrated on page 103. A splendid hardy climber of rapid growth, with glossy, green, heart-shaped leaves and pure white, cinnamon- scented flowers. Plant the tubers horizontally and about 2 inches deep in April or May. They will grow in any good, well drained soil and are excellent for covering porches or arbors.
While the tubers will often live through our Winters in the ground, it is best to protect them with a heavy mulch of leaves or to lift them and store in a cool place in dry sand during the Winter.
35c. for 3, $1.15 per doz., $8.50 per 100
GLOXINIA (Sinningia Speciosa) Delivery—January to March
Illustrated on page 103. Handsome Summer and Autumn-blooming pot plants with thick gray-green foliage and large tubular blooms of a velvety texture in a fine assortment of rich colors. They are excellent for growing on the porch during the warm Summer months and in the house when the weather has become cool.
The bulbs should be planted individually in pots from January through March.
Azure Blue. Handsome, wide open light blue flowers. Black Prince. blue. Breck’s Improved Red. Velvety, crimson blooms with light green contrasting foliage. Brunhilde. Large, pure white blooms. Emperor Frederick. Flowers of bright scarlet, edged white. Emperor William. white margins. Monterey Rose. A new variety with flowers of a soft rose color. Othello. Large purple blooms, foliage light green.
Giant blooms of deep midnight
Deep violet blooms with
75c. each, $2.00 for 3, $7.00 per doz.
HYACINTHUS (Galtonia)
CANDICANS (Summer Hyacinth, Spire Lily)
Delivery—March to May
Illustrated on page 103. Splendid midsummer blooming bulbs of easiest possible culture, pro- ducing four to five-foot spikes of creamy white, slightly fragrant, bell-shaped flowers. The plants have luxuriant and pleasing strap-leaved foliage. Plant in May or early June in any well-drained garden soil. They are best grown in sunny lo- cations in front of shrubs or in groups in mixed borders.
45c. for 3, $1.60 per doz., $12.00 per 100
LILIUM REGALE Regal Lily April One of the loveliest Lilies grown and probably the most satisfactory here in New England. Growing to a height of from 3 to 6 feet, it bears, in July, from 2 or 3 to 12 or more immense, fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers of pure white with a flush of yellow at the base of the petals and pure golden anthers. The reverse side of the petals is stained with deep purplish red. The Regal Lily will grow in almost any reason- ably good soil but prefers a deep rich loam containing a large percentage of humus. Plant deeply, at least four times the diameter of the bulb below the surface of the soil.
Large Bulbs, 25c. each; $2.65 per doz.; $5.00 for 25.
Delivery—M arch, and in Autumn
MADEIRA VINE
(Boussingaultia Baselloides) Mignonette Vine
Delivery—March to May
Illustrated on page 103. An old-fashioned vine with an abundance of fleshy, heart-shaped leaves of a beautiful light green color. Bears graceful racemes of feathery white flowers, which give forth a rich fragrance. Plant 3 to 4 inches deep in any good garden soil in late April or May, and allow to climb on a trellis, porch or arbor.
35c. for 3, $1.15 per doz., $8.50 per 100
OXALIS—SUMMER FLOWERING
Delivery—March to May
The Summer-flowering Oxalis with their hand- some clover-like foliage are excellent edging plants for beds or flower borders. They are also splendid for rock garden work and are very lovely when grown in hanging pots or flower boxes.
Plant the bulbs about 2 inches deep in early May in any reasonably good garden soil. Give them plenty of water if the season is dry and they will bloom from early Summer until frost.
Deppei. Pure white. Shamrock. Pink. Lasiandra. Crimson. Mixed colors. 35c. per doz., $2.50 per 100
SPREKELIA FORMOSISSIMA Jacobean Lily March to May
Delivery
Illustrated on page 103. A beautiful Summer- flowering bulbous plant of the Amaryllis family. If the bulbs are planted in early May in the garden, they will bear large blooms of rich vel- vety crimson in June. Plant 4 inches deep.
30c. each, $3.00 per doz.
TIGRIDIA
Mexican Shell Flower or Tiger Flower March to May
Illustrated on inside front cover. Richly colored flowers with curiously cupped centers which are blotched and spotted with colors that contrast sharply with shades of the outer petals. They are very striking and always excite interest and admiration.
Tigridias are as easy to grow as Gladiolus. Plant the bulbs about 5 inches deep in any good, well drained garden soil. Water thoroughly about once each week throughout the flowering season. If the flowers are removed after fading the blooming season will be lengthened.
Mixed Colors only. $1.25 per doz., $10.00 per 100.
Delivery
ZEPH YRANTHES Fairy Lily or Zephyr Flower Delivery—March to May
Groups of these attractive, Summer-flowering, bulbous plants are very effective in the garden. Plant the bulbs about 3 inches deep and 4 inches apart in any reasonably good garden soil, during May. They will start to bloom early in the Summer and continue to flower for quite a long time.
Zephyranthes are also splendid for porch deco- ration if grown in pots or shallow tubs. Plant a number of bulbs rather closely together in a fairly rich soil.
Candida. Pure white. Very free flowering.
50c. for 3, $1.75 per doz.
Rosea. Illustrated on page 103. Beautiful clear rose; large, handsome flowers.
50c. for 3, $1.75 per doz.
Giant American Hylrid AMARYLLS
Delivery—January to March or in Autumn
These should not be planted in the garden but should A wonderful strain of new Giant-flowered Amaryllis of tree-flowering habit. The large petals and range ; in color from crimson to orange-scarlet, light rose and white, in the richest
self-colorings and combinations of stripes and variegations. strongs bulbs we offer will throw erect, vigorous stems with from 4 to 6
flowers are composed of broad, well-rounded, overlapping
blooms. Extremely easy to grow.
Cultural directions enclosed in each order. We offer these
bulbs in choice mixed colors only. Fine Mammoth Bulbs.
MONTBRETIAS
Delivery—March to A pril
Attractive Summer and Autumn blooming bulbous plants which resemble miniature Gladiolus. They may be planted in the open garden as soon as the ground is workable in early
Spring, in the same manner as Gladiolus.
If planted in a well drained location, these bulbs often prove hardy in Massachusetts, but it is unwise to risk wintering them in the open unless protected by a mulch of some such material as salt marsh hay.
To advance the blooming season, the bulbs may be potted and started indoors during February or March. Transfer to the garden in May. Water plentifully during growing season.
Aurora. Golden orange with apricot shadings. §
$1.40 per doz., $10.50 per 100
Etoile de Feu (Star of Fire). Bright vermilion, center yellow, outside blood-red.
75c. per doz., $5.50 per 100
Fire King. Large, glowing scarlet-red flowers. One
of the most beautiful and a variety which compares
with any of the new sorts. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 10U
George Davison. A splendid Montbretia. Stems from
3 to 4 feet high, very branching, and bear lovely pale
orange-yellow flowers. 85c. per doz., $6.50 per 100 Golden West. Produces tall, branching spikes and
large open flowers of a most beautiful golden yellow,
without shading. A strong grower which attracts the
eye inevery collection. 85c. per doz., $6.50 per 100 His Majesty. A magnificant variety. The color is a
deep velvety scarlet, shading to gold, the reverse of
petals being dark crimson. Large flowers often 4
inches or more across. $1.40 per doz., $10.50 per 100 King Edmund. Giant, well open, rich golden yellow
flowers with brown markings in throat.
85c. per doz., $6.50 per 100 Lemon Queen. Creamy yellow, with pale center; deep lemon-yellow buds. Very attractive variety. 85c. per doz., $6.50 per 100 Lord Nelson. Deep orange-scarlet, externally crimson, eye yellow; large flower, very beautiful.
$1.15 per doz., $8.50 per 100 A fine selection of large-flowered 85c. per doz., $6.50 per 100
Montbretias, Mixed
85c. each, 3 for $2.25
be grown as pot plants only.
The large,
AMERICAN SHAMROCK Delivery—March to May
These little-known native plants (Summer-flowering Oxalis) are often called ‘‘Good Luck Plants” because of their rich green foliage resembling four-leaf clovers. They thrive in just about any location, growing from 8 to 10 inches tall, giving deep pink blooms freely from early Summer to frost. These bulbs are excellent for bedding, for edging walks and flower borders, and for rock gardens, win- dow boxes and hanging pots. Try
them this year! 35c. per doz., $2.50 per 100
Amaryllis, Giant American Hybrids
TUBEROSE (Polianthes Tuberosa) Delivery—March to May Summer flowering bulbs which produce tall spikes of fragrant, waxy white flowers. It is best for the home gar- dener to procure bulbs from the seedsman or bulb dealer each Spring. Cut off all of the dried roots and plant the bulbs out in the open garden after all danger of frost is over and when the ground has become warm. A light, sandy loam is best. For early blooming, clean bulbs of all old roots and plant them singly in pots or spaced about 8 inches apart in boxes during March or April. Use a light, sandy loam. Double Pearl. A popular variety producing tall spikes of fragrant, double white flowers. 50c. for 3, $1.75 per doz., $14.00 per 100 Single Mexican Everblooming. Single white flowers on tall stems. Very fragrant. 25c. for 3, 85c. per doz., $6.50 per 100
AMARYLLIS HALLI
(Lycoris Squamigera) The Hardy Amaryllis Delivery—March and A pril or in Autumn
These plants are perfectly hardy and the bulbs may be planted either in the Autumn or early in the Spring. They will grow in any reasonably gocd garden soil and they should be set about 4 inches deep.
The leaves appear quite early in the Spring and grow until July, when they ripen and die to the ground. Then in August, the flower buds spring up and grow rapidly to a height of 2 or 3 feet. These buds soon open into clusters of from 8 to 12 large Lily-like flowers of a rosy lilac color. They are very handsome and always excite admiration. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.
CANNAS
Delivery—March to May
For bold striking color effects Cannas are unequalled. They are valuable both for their blooms and for their broad, handsome foliage.
The bulbs may be planted directly in the garden after the weather has become warm in May or, for early effect they may be started after March 1, and grown along in pots until May. They like a deep rich soil and plenty of water.
Dormant Tubers. 35c. for 3, $1.00 per doz.
$7.50 per 100
Eureka. Fine white flowers, green foliage. 4 feet.
Hungaria. La France pink, green foliage. 4 feet.
King Humbert. Orange-scarlet, bronze foliage. 4 feet.
Richard Wallace. Deep canary yellow flowers in large trusses. Bright green foliage. 4 feet.
Wintzer’s Colossal. Vivid scarlet, green foliage. 5 feet.
Yellow King Humbert. Golden yellow flowers, freely dotted with red. Green foliage. 4 feet.
Canna Plants. We can also supply, after May 15, plants which have been started indoors in pots. See page 85.
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The Golden Calla (Elliottiana)
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Breckt Giant
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TUBEROUS-ROOTED
Recommended for Growing in Shady and Semi-Shady Places
Delivery—February to May Summer bedding and pot plants of spectacular beauty. The enormous single or double flowers are held well above the foliage, displaying a rich color range from scarlet to white, through shades of yellow, orange, and pink. Start the bulbs indoors and put out- SE ee a doors when the ground is warm. Highly — a recommended for moist soil in shady or half-shady places. GIANT SINGLE-FLOWERED or DOUBLE CAMELLIA-FLOWERED inthe following lovely clear colors: Orange Scarlet Rose White Salmon Yellow
Jumbo Bulbs - : 3oc. each $1.00 for 3 $3.50 per doz. $27.50 per 100
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BEGONIA PLANTS FOR LATE PLANTING
We can sup- ply plants in pots. These will be found of the greatest value to those who plant their gar- dens late in June. See page 85.
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Tuberous-Rooted Begonia ie a ; Camellia-Flowered, Salmon
CALLA ELLIOTTIANA
(The Golden Calla) Delivery—January to May
Large flowers of luminous golden yellow with deep green foliage marked freely with translucent white spots. They grow to a height of about 2% feet and are extremely effective when used as Summer bedding plants.
The Golden Calla is also splendid when grown as a pot plant for home or porch decoration.: A single bulb growing in a 6 inch pot will make a striking plant.
They may be planted indoors at any time during the Winter or Spring months and in the open garden in May.
60c. each, $1.70 for 3, $6.15 per doz.
ISMENE (Hymenocallis) CALATHINA
Peruvian Daffodil or Basket Flower Delivery—January to A pril
Large, pure white, fragrant blooms produced in clusters on 18-inch stems, standing well above a luxuriant growth of Amaryllis-like foliage.
Plant the bulbs about 6 inches deep in reasonably good, well-drained soil as soon in the Spring as the ground has become warm and dry (early May). Growth is fairly rapid and blooms will appear in June.
Jumbo bulbs. 35c. each, $1.00 for 3, $3.75 per doz.
THE PERUVIAN DAFFODIL
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The modern Dahlias is a flower of great variety.
DAHLIAS
Phere are numberless kinds varying in size from huge blooms over 12 inches
across to tiny flowers not much larger than a dime. The colors range from the purest white through shades of pink and rose to scarlet, crimson and deep maroon, almost black as well as yellow, orange, lavender, lilac and purple. The flower forms vary too but they have been grouped by type under the following general headings—Decorative, Cactus, Show or Ball-shaped, Pompon and Single. The Mini- ature group is made up of Dahlias which have these same varied forms but the flowers are under 4 inches in diameter.
See ex ; 2 oe Bes ae Sap tree sues : ied $ ‘ ° eae : 9 ; There are plants which grow only 2 or 3 feet high while others grow up to 6 or 7 feet; some are of branching habit and others
straight and upright.
We have selected the following list of varieties from the thousands now available to give a wide choice of colors, types and sizes Dahlias for every purpose. Strong, hardy, eastern grown divisions which with reasonable culture will give a wealth of color from late Summer throughout the Autumn until frost. Flowers to beautify the garden and brighten the home.
LARGE DECORATIVE DAHLIAS
FD=Formal Decorative; ID =Informal Decorative
Angela Mia (Angel Wing). FD. A large, pure white flower with long, broad, wavy petals. The stems are good and the flowers are held erect on medium tall plants. $1.00
Avonelle. FD. A huge, velvety, purplish maroon Dahlia. Medium tall plant; long, strong stems. A good cut flower. 50c.
Blue River. FD. A new color in Dahlias; lavender-mauve, almost light blue. Huge blooms held high on good stems; robust plants. 60c. Buckeye King. FD. The immense blooms are rich amber yellow. The plants are strong, medium tall with very long flower stems. 50c.
Chemar’s S.R.C. ID. A dark, cherry maroon flower of medium size. Very large, spreading plants; the longest strong stems; flowers freely. 50c. C. T. Hardwick. FD. Large flowers; the base of each petal is bluish lav- ender but the petal tips are white. Tall, strong plants; good stems; many blooms. $1.00 F. D. Roosevelt. FD. Very striking, large flowers of spectrum red edged with fawn. Strong plants with very sturdy stems which hold the blooms erect. $1.00 Governor Fuller. ID. Glistening Tyrian rose. Huge blooms, well held upon short to medium tall plants. Exceptionally beautiful. 50c. Girl of Hillcrest. FD. Immense, very formal blooms of bright cadmium orange held high on fine, strong stems. 75¢c. Honor Bright. FD. These distinctive flowers form huge round balls of rich bronze borne perfectly erect on fine, strong stems. Medium tall
plants. Woe. H.R.S. ID. Tall, strong plants bearing many lovely, large golden yel- low flowers on the best of long, strong stems. 60c.
Iroquois Giant. ID. Large, rich purple flowers borne in profusion on
medium long stems. Strong, bushy plants. 50c. Jacques Furtelle. FD. Large flowers of rich buttercup yellow on medium tall, bushy plants. Very pretty. 50c.
Jane Cowl. ID. No finer Dahlia grown. The plants are large, strong and spreading with monstrous blooms of golden buff suffused with salmon and pink. SDCe
Jersey’s Beacon. FD. Huge blooms of Chinese scarlet, reverse of petals orange-yellow, giving a glorious two-toned effect. Fine strong stems. 35c.
Jersey’s Beauty. KD. No Dahlia collection would be complete without this beautiful, clear pink variety. The plants are tall, with extra, long- stemmed flowers, just grand for cutting. DOC:
Jim Moore. ID. The immense flowers are bright primrose yellow with sharply pointed petals and strong stems. Medium tall plants. 50c.
J. K. Alexander, Jr. ID. One of the largest Dahlias—rich, dark crimson with strong stems that hold the heavy blooms perfectly erect. Medium tall plant. 50c.
King of Purples. FD. Huge blooms of rich purple, held very high on firm, long stems. The plants are tall, strong and spreading and are con- tinuously in bloom. A new and unexcelled purple Dahlia. $1.50
Marshall’s Ideal. FD. A splendid, large flower borne on the best of stems; white, delicately overlaid with pale pink. An excellent cut flower. 60c.
Mason’s Purple Beauty. FD. Velvety purple blooms with rolled petal edges, showing a silvery reverse. Tall plants. 50c.
Miss Mae C. Deane. FD. Medium-sized flowers of intense dark violet- red held well on good stems. Extra-fine flowers for cutting. $1.00
Monarch of the East. FD. Immense, deep golden bronze blooms held perfectly erect with firm, long stems on tall, vigorous growing plants. 75c.
Mrs. A. E. Wheeler. FD. The large, Fuchsia-colored blooms just cover
the short plants and are continuously in bloom. 50c. Mrs. George Le Boutillier. ID. Rich, dark crimson blooms with long, firm stems on short, bushy plants. A splendid garden variety. A40c.
Wirs. 1. de Ver Warner. FD. Large, orchid-pink flowers, held very high on the best of stems. One of the finest varieties for garden display and cutting. SoCs
Mrs. James Albin. FD. Medium-sized flowers of clear rich yellow that keep well when cut. Medium tall plants with good stems. $1.00
Mrs. J. K. Alexander. ID. Fine, large, 12-inch blooms of buttercup yel- low borne on long stems. Plants short. 60c.
Omar Khayyam. FD. An unusual color—rich Chinese scarlet and or- ange. The plants are medium tall and bear large blooms with splendid stems. 30G.
Percy Bloomfield. FD. The flowers are a lovely shade of rose with a golden sheen. They are borne profusely on fine, long stems, which hold them well above the tall, vigorous plants. $1.00
Pride of Austinburg. I]. Immense blooms in a very unusual blend of colors, apricot and violet-rose. The long, cane-like stems hold the
flowers perfectly erect. 50c. Prince of Persia. [D. Brilliant scarlet-rose blooms of exceptional size on fine, tall plants. 50c. Rose Fallon. FD. Fine large, round flowers of amber gold held very high, by long, strong stems. Plants tall and strong. 50c. Ruby Taylor. FD. Velvety ruby-red. Strong, stiff stems on short plants. 40c.
Sagamore Cameo. FD. New. Beautiful American Beauty rose color. The tall, strong plants hold the round, medium-sized flowers very
high. $1.50 Sanhican’s Beauty. FD. Large, round flowers of a glistening pink with an orange suffusion. Tall, spreading plants. 50c. Sanhican’s Peach. I.D. Flowers are iridescent hues of apricot pink and light orange; very large. Short, bushy plants. 35c. Seal’s Californian. FD. Glistening golden bronze with a trace of pink. Blooms are held erect on rigid stems. 40c.
Smoky Old Rose. FD. Superb new variety in a most unusual shade burnished, smoky old-rose. The fine blooms are produced in great abundance and are well-placed on long, rigid stems. Medium tall
plants. $2.00 W. H. T. FD. Large, perfectly shaped, round flowers in a delightful Begonia-rose color. Tall plants. Long stems. 50c. White King. FD. Medium-sized, pure white flowers with long, strong stems. One of the best whites for bouquets. 35c. Yellow King. FD. Rich, golden yellow blooms of medium size which are held upright by good stems. Medium tall plants. 35c
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CACTUS DAHLIAS
SC =Semi-Cactus; C=Cactus
Agnes L. Young. SC. Rich, velvety, bright red with golden petal tips. The flowers are large, borne in great profusion, on strong plants of medium height with good stems. 50c.
Aiko. SC. The huge blooms of deep cardinal-red, with long, narrow petals are held well above the foliage by firm stems. Plants medium tall. $1.00
Andreas Hofer. C. Medium-sized flowers with long, curled petals; center petals creamy white, while the outer petals are beautiful rose- pink. An excellent flower for bouquets. 50c.
Chemar’s Masterpiece. SC. Large flowers with long, gracefully curled petals of soft orchid-pink. Sturdy plants producing many flowers. 35c.
Countess of Lonsdale. C. A small flower with incurved, narrow pointed petals of exquisite salmon-pink. Stems long and wiry. A profuse bloom- ing variety of vigorous growth. 50c.
Fay Beaton. SC. Huge, snow-white blooms held high on fine, long stems. Plants tall and strong. Very showy in the garden. 60c.
Golden Standard. C. A very distinctive variety with immense blooms of pure old gold, petals long, narrow and incurved. The vigorous, spreading plants are literally covered with glorious blooms. $1.00
Jersey’s Dainty. (C. Dandy large, snowy white flowers with straight, long, narrow petals which give the bloom a star effect. Stems excellent, plant medium tall. 60c.
Lenda Hanks. SC. This is unquestionably the finest rich maroon-red Cactus and a prize winner at the New England Dahlia Show. It is a strong, sturdy grower with exceptionally long stems. One of the finest for cutting and garden display. $1.50
Miss Belgium. C. The finest Cactus variety in this shade—rich, clear, bright orange. Exquisitely-formed, small flowers with narrow, sharply- pointed petals. $1.00
Mrs. C. H. Breck. SC. A lovely Dahlia with medium-sized blooms ina sparkling yellow and carmine suffusion, deepening to red. Medium tall, strong growing plant. 35c.
Mrs. J. H. Jackson. C. Small flowers, of dark, nearly black maroon. Petals very narrow, sharply pointed, giving a star effect. 35c.
Panhandle Pink. SC. A very spectacular flower of exquisite scft pink, lined and lightly tipped white. The tall, strong plants hold the flowers high on the finest of stems. Profuse blooming. 35¢.
Star of Bethlehem. SC. Full, deep flowers of purest white borne in pro- fusion on large, strong plants. OC.
PAN - AMERICAN
After several years of careful testing we now offer this fine new Dahlia for the first time. A beautiful semi-cactus bloom of lovely clear pink iridescently shaded and blended buff. A deep flower 8 inches across the face; the petals are broad at the base but pointed sharply at the tips. The plants grow about 31% feet tall, very erect, with strong, stiff stems holding the large flowers perfectly upright. The roots are plump and strong and keep well over Winter.
We offer this splendid new Dahlia for only $1.75
On All Dahlias, We Pay Postage Anywhere in the U. S. A.
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MINIATURE DAHLIAS
Baby Royal. Small Peony-type blooms, suffused salmon-pink and yellow, with shadings. The plants are short with good stems; profuse flow- ering. 50c.
Betty. Small, graceful, single flowers about 3 inches across, center dark brownish red, the rest of the petal is a deep orchid-pink. The short plants bloom early and continuously. ; 75c.
Buckeye Baby. FD. Dainty, round blooms of rich golden buff. The tall, vigorous plants produce an abundance of flowers which are excellent for cutting. 50c.
Bishop of Llandaff. Duplex, having a double row of deep scarlet petals with an open center of a much darker shade. The foliage is unusually attractive, dark reddish bronze and deeply indented. One of the finest in its class. 50c.
Cherokee Girl. FD. Rich, deep red flowers, quite round, with contrast- ing white petal tips, notched at the edges. The plants grow tall and strong, bloom early and continuous, producing many long, firm-stemmed
flowers which keep well when cut. TSe- Coronne. FD. A lovely, dainty variety—pure white, resembling a Gardenia. Plant short and bushy. 35¢C- Fairy. FD. One of the finest flowers for bouquets. Lavender-pink on the best of long, strong stems. Plants medium tall, early and profuse blooming. 35c. Irene. FD. A pleasing shade of clear, soft old-rose. Plants tall and sturdy. 35c.
Lannie. FD. One of the best yellow miniatures. Flowers large for this type, round and the clearest of yellows. Plants tall and vigorous. Exceptionally fine in the garden and equally attractive in bouquets. 50c.
Marcella. ID. Delicate light pink with good stems. Good keeper. Plants medium tall. 35c,
Miss Dainty. ID. Fine, large flowers with open centers. White, faintly flushed pink. Plants tall and floriferous. 50c.
Morning Glow. ID. Rich and handsome—deep tangerine-orange shade. Flowers medium-sized with open centers and splendid long stems. Fine medium tall plants. 50c.
Miss Lila Ellen. FD. Light yellow, edged and tipped cherry red. Medium tall, strong plants. 35c.
Purple Miniature. FD. Small, round flowers of deep purple-red with long, strong stems; fine for cutting. Plants grow sturdy and flower abundantly. 35c.
Suffolk. FD. Rich apricot-orange. A most pleasing flower with fine, long stems, borne in profusion on tall, sturdy plants. 50c.
Sylvia. FD. Small flowers of rich glistening carmine. Plants tall and spreading with extremely long stems and many flowers. 50c.
Twilight. ID. Large, white blooms edged and flecked with cherry red. Medium tall plants, good stems. SOG
Yellow Century. Exceptionally fine, single flowers of soft light yellow. 35c.
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SINGLE DAHLIAS BRECK’S Alue Riddeu COLLECTION
Single Dahlias have a single row of petals, usually broad, flat and rounded A great Dahlia bargain—10 of the finest, large $5 0 Post-
at the tips, evenly arranged around a yellow center. They are usually . | Lh from 4 to 6 inches across the face. The plants are the sane as ordinary sine An UE ALEL SUH pararee abt bald Dahlias in growth, tall, strong and spreading. Breck’s ‘“‘Century Singles’ Angela Mia. FD eee s Ideal. FD. are the finest Singles grown, a recent development and exclusively ours. Cc. * Hardwick “FD Mrs, Hemera Their beauty is unsurpassed. FAD Rocsaccitivan aphiles faa ee Apple Blossom Century. A medium-sized flower, white shaded pink. Lenda Hanks. SC. Sagamore Cameo. FD.
Some flowers have a double row of petals. 35,
Cream Century. Light creamy white flowers with very evenly arranged ) 3G) petals. Medium-sized flowers. 25c, BRECK’S Cut lower COLLECTION Giant Yellow Century. Excellent large blooms, about 6 inches across, An excellent selection of 6 Dahlias, particularly fine for cutting.
of sparkling clear yellow. No finer Dahlia grown. 50c. “ Lavender Century. Medium-sized flowers in lavender-pink shades. 35c. BARES) WEIS Ws $2.00 postpaid
Maroon Century. Dark velvety red blooms of medium size, abundantly nites ID. Ae Se ar FD piccecadvon Ane, strong, plants. 50c. Jersey’s Beauty. FD. Yellow King FD a
Pink Century. Exquisite shade of orchid-pink. Very free flowering. 35c. Red Century. Blooms medium-sized, varying in color from light to very
deep shades of red. Soe. BRECK’S Special COLLECTION
Rose Century. Large flowers of rich, velvety rose held high on tall, very
For a wealth of color in the garden we have selected 9 outstanding varieties
strong? plants. fae 35¢c. that will give a spectacular display Scarlet Century. Unsurpassed in richness of color—clear velvety scarlet. 3.00
A most spectacular variety. 50c. 2 ; A $4.60 Value for $ . Postpaid White Century. Lovely white flowers occasionally tinted with soft i oaasieGanre ae es George Le Boutillier.
llow or pink. 35¢. . 2 f
fo) Cea - : ra ‘ : at Jersey’s Beacon. FD. Mirs. J. K. Alexander. ID.
Yellow Century. Fine soft light yellow. Very free flow 35¢ JimuMocrealD. Roce _Fallonan Dt 8 Mrs. A. E. Wheeler. FD. W.H. T. FD.
BRECK’S Cactus COLLECTION POMPON DAHLIAS Six attractive varieties of unique Cactus form
ee : J See: A $3.65 Value for $2.50 Postpaid A Pompon Dahlia is a Show or Ball Dahlia less than 2 inches in diameter Agnes L. Young Fay Beaton Mrs. C. H. Breck
and they are exceptionally good for bouquets. Chemar’s Masterpiece Lenda Hanks Mrs. J. H. Jackson 25c. each, $1.00 for 6 of one kind
Achilles. Very attractive, two-toned variety. Base of petals soft yellow, heavily edged with light violet. BRECK’S /ompon COLLECTION
Bobby. Rich Plum color. Splendid stems.
Clara Harsh. Yellow, blended with old-rose. These wonderful small compact flowers make exquisite bouquets and
Coral Glow. True coral-pink, gold base. Extra strong plant. table decorations.
Gerda. Deep yellow, lightening to soft creamy yellow. All Six for $1.00 Postpaid
Golden Papoose. Rich amber gold. Very floriferous. r
Golden Queen. Large blooms of pure golden yellow. Coral Glow Iroquois Flame Red Indian
Gruss au Wein. Handsome blooms in a most unusual shade—crushed Gerda Joe Fette Youlette strawberry. =
Iroquois Flame. Small, flame-coral flowers borne in great profusion.
Jessica. Small amber flowers, attractively edged with light red. wae 4
Joe Fette. Pure white blooms held very high by fine long stems. Miniature Dahlias
Little Dorothy. Variegated; each flower white and amber.
Little Elk. Rich, intense orange-bronze; fine long stems. 5 pictured $1 50
Little Herman. Variegated; each flower red and white. below .
Montague Wooten. Deep purple with a white base, flower small.
Purple Pompon. Large, loose-petaled flower of rich purple. Yellow Century. Single
Red Indian. A very profuse flowering variety with small, velvety red Morning Glow blooms. . (Orange-red) Snowclad. Snow-white flowers with fine, long stems. Sunny Daybreak. Apricot-yellow, daintily edged scarlet. Coronne Youlette. Rich orange-yellow, center petals edged red. (White) Irene (Old rose) Fairy (Lavender- pink)
SHOW, or BALL-SHAPED DAHLIAS
Show Dahlias are medium-sized, round and even, with quilled petals. They keep well when cut and are excellent for bouquets.
A0c. each, $1.10 for 3, $2.00 for 6
A. D. Livoni. Clear shell-pink; plants short and compact.
Bonnie Blue. Bluish lavender, plants short.
California Peach. Exquisite shade—apricot-peach. Plants tall. Black Diamond. Rich, velvety maroon-red. Medium tall plants. Kentucky Snowball. Pure white; short plants.
Maude Adams. White, delicately overlaid soft lavender.
Red Duke. Rich red flowers on tall, strong plants.
Snow Ball. Pure white, tall, strong plants.
BRECK’S Popular MIXTURE
7 Fine Tubers—98C. postpaid
A rare treat. These Dahlias are taken from our surplus stocks of the best kinds. Many are varieties whose tags have been lost. Any one of these unnamed varieties may be worth more than the entire purchase price.
New England GLADIOLUS |
Collectio. 25 Bulbs
$1.20
Gladiolus
eae. | | aie The Gladiolus is unquestionably the most colorful, the easiest to —_— grow and the most generally useful of all Summer-flowering bulbs. a They may be planted in groups or worked in between annual or peren- ‘e 4 nial plants in flower beds or in perennial borders, where they will add j ™ greatly to the color of the Midsummer garden. They may also be
planted in rows between vegetables or tucked away in odd corners to
4 grow and produce cutting flowers or to add color to otherwise drab
s spots. Plant a few this year. Our New England Collection provides 4 an excellent beginning.
Aflame (Prim.) Enormous blooms of brilliant flame-rose on
tall spikes. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100 Aida. Striking dark blue blooms with small reddish throat blotches. Extremely early. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100
Aladdin. Immense blooms of bright salmon witha large cream blotch; beautifully ruffled. $1.10 per doz., $8.00 per 100 Amrita. Heavily ruffled blooms in shades of buff, sometimes tinged pink; yellow throat. A wonderfully beautiful pastel variety. $1.20 per doz., $9.00 per 100 Apricot Glow (Prim.) Beautiful warm shade of orange-buff.
55c. per doz., $4.00 per 100 Ave Maria. Light blue with small purple blotch. Most beau-
GLADIOLUS
BULBS LISTED IN THIS
tiful. 70c. per doz., $5.00 per 100 CATALOG ARE Bagdad. Very large; smoky old-rose with lighter throat. Tall, straight stems. 55c. per doz., $4.00 per 100
SENT POSTPAID ANYWHERE IN U.S.A.
Beacon. Very handsome blooms of clear, bright rose-scarlet, with large cream blotch; somewhat ruffled.
80c. per doz., $6.00 per 100
Bella Donna. A lovely, early light blue variety with a deeper
blue blotch. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100
Betty Nuthall. Warm salmon-orange with lighter throat;
large, well-placed flowers on long stems. | 55c. per doz., $4.00 per 100 Bill Sowden. Glowing deep blood-red, very large blooms.
y y GLADI 0) LU & ; 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100 REC eu wo Bit o’Heaven. Rich, deep orange shading to yellow in the s . ; throat. Tall, straight spikes. 85c. per doz., $6.50 per 100
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Black Opal. Rich, very dark red. The finest of the deep dark shades. $1.80 per doz., $13.50 per 100 Bleeding Heart. White, slightly tinted pink, with large, bright
Bright medium blue shading towards violet- blue at the edges. Large, wide open blooms.
: : $1.20 per doz., $9.00 per 100 Brightside. Rich canary-yellow, flushed pure apricot in upper throat and tipped deep orange. One of the loveliest.
° iz 70c. per doz., $5.00 per 100 e 5 bulbs each of Cadillac. Golden apricot, chan in ‘i cn i - . ging to rosy apricot at edges Special 25 Bulbs ( these 5 easel $1.20 of petals. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per Too
G LA DB) i 0) LU Ss 50 Bulbs (hoses oneriea) $2.35 : Commander Koehl. Brilliant clear blood-red, tall, straight
spike. The finest variety in this shade.
100 Bulbs Peeinulee epch ef ) $4.60 70c. per doz., $5.00 per 100
Offers — | 250 Bulbs (8. 2e"9* se 21) $11.25
Margaret Fulton. Rich coral-pink. Libelle. Heliotrope-blue. ; Polar Ice. Clear sparkling white.
Debonair. La France pink, shading to shrimp-pink;
lightly flecked with crimson. 55D.
Dr. Dentz. Lovely rosy pink flowers. Resembles P
somewhat darker shade. $2.40 1
Dr. F. E. Bennett.
60c. Dream o’Beauty. Striking shade of rosy red. strong growing. 60c. Duna. Soft pinkish buff, shading to pale yellow < DOC Gate of Heaven. Beautifully ruffled flowers An early variety. 60c. Golden Dream. Clear deep yellow; flowers DOs Hallowe’en (Prim.) Glowing orange-bronze attractive variety. 80c.
Honor. Beautiful clear lavender, lower petal
the throat. 70c.
Jonquil (Prim.) Clear deep yellow, the color fodil.". A splendid early variety, fine for ct
70c.
Bit o’Heaven —>
creamy throat, An outstanding variety. ;
, 64.00 per 100 icardy but is of a , >18.00 per 100 ge flower. , $4.50 per 100 varge-flowered and , 64.50 per 100 base of lip petals. , $4.00 per 100 ep golden yellow. , $4.50 per 100 recurved and distinct. , $4.00 per 100
An unusual fiery red; very
, 6.00 per 100 -rging into white in , $5.00 per 100 fae “King Alfred Daf- i
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Vagabond Prince i Bleeding
La Paloma. Tall spikes of rich orange florets, very fine texture. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100 Libelle. A very strong growing Satie of a fine clear shade of he liotrope blue. 70c. per doz., $5.00 per 100 Elents of Gold. Intensely ruff ed blooms of bright salmon-pink; soft yellow throat blotch. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100 Loyalty. A be sautiful variety with large flowers of a deep clear yellow. 70c. per doz., $5.00 per 100
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Lucifer. Showy bright orange scarlet with a
crimson blotch. Beautiful long spikes of bloom.
“oc. per doz. $5.50 per 100
Maid of Orleans. Beautiful milky white with
cream throat. The most popular white varie ty.
55c. per doz., $4.00 per 100
Margaret Beaton. Pure snowy white enhanced
by a small orange-scarlet blotch deep in the throat. A really outstanding variety.
$2.15 per doz., $16.00 per 100
Margaret Fulton. A clear rich coral-pink,
lighter in the throat. 55c. per doz., $4.00 per 100
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IMPORTANT | During the past several years Gladiolus have suffered badly from infestations of Thrips and it has become necessary to treat aJl bulbs before planting to rid them of these pests. All of our bulbs have been | so treated, but if you have other bulbs, they should be treated before planting be- cause the insects will spread rapidly. Soak the bulbs for six hours in a solu- tion of Lysol, using 4 teaspoonfuls of Lysol to each gallon of water. Several lots may be treated at the same time by tying up each ina cloth bag. A wood label marked with an indelible pencil, may be used to tag them.
GLADIOLUS—Continued
Marmora. Striking blooms of lavender-gray, with purple blotch in the throat. 75c. per doz., $5.50 per 100 Mary Sharry. Soft clear primrose yellow with deeper yellow in the throat. 75c. per doz., $5.50 per 100 Minuet. Beautiful clear lavender. One of the finest of this color in existence. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100 Miss Alameda. Large, deep salmon pink with carmine blotch in the throat. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100 Miss New Zealand. Immense florets of apricot- salmon suffused with rose; cherry blotch in throat. A gorgeous variety. $1.15 per doz., $8.50 per 100 Mother Machree. Beautiful combination of wine-tinted lavender overlaid with salmon- pink. 70c. per doz., $5.00 per 100 Ninth Symphony. Large flowers of glowing salmon-red with a silky sheen. One of the most brilliantly colored. $1.20 per doz., $9.00 per 100 Orange Butterfly. (Prim.). Rich, glowing or- ange. Many flowers open at the same time. 75c. per doz., $5.50 per 100 Pelegrina. The finest dark blue variety. Its large spikes carry six or more well-placed blooms, open at the same time, with the rest of the buds showing color. Very outstanding and extremely effective. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100 Phyllis McQuiston. A gorgeous, clear, deep shrimp pink. A very fine, tall variety. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100 Picardy. Truly a sensational variety. Extremely large and superbly beautiful flowers of clear soft shrimp-pink with flesh-pink lip, shaded deeper at the edges. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100 Polar Ice. A fine tall growing early clear white variety. 70c. per doz., $5.00 per 100 Purple Beauty. Very large blooms; a clear shade of rich red-purple. Handsome variety. $2.25 per doz., $17.00 per 100 Red Lory. One of the finest dark varieties. Large flowers of carmine-rose with purplish red blotches. 70c. per doz., $5.00 per 100
Rewi Fallu. Immense massive blooms of deep blood-red. A very fine early variety. '75c. per doz., $5.50 per 100 Rosa Van Lima. Blooms of the clearest pure pink with faint lavender throat markings. Exquisite. $1.10 per doz., $8.00 per 100 Rose Mist (Prim.). Old-rose, edged with pale neutral gray. 75c. per doz., $5.50 per 100 Shirley Temple. Giant, heavily ruffled blooms of creamy white with cream-yellow throats. One of the most beautiful varieties grown. 75c. per doz., $5.50 per 100 Smiling Maestro. One of the finest in its color class. Rich orange salmon. Flowers of un- usual size. 70c. per doz., $5.00 per 100 Snow Princess. A splendid white variety with a creamy throat. Very tall, large flowered. : $1.45 per doz., $11.00 per 100 Sonatine. A tall light pink Gladiolus with a small cherry blotch in the throat. 70c. per doz., $5.00 per 100 Star of Bethlehem. Immense florets of pure white with creamy shading on lower petals. A stately variety of outstanding merit. 75c. per doz., $5.50 per 100 Symphony. Tall spikes of lovely delicate pink blooms with a cream blotch. A striking variety. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100 Token. Magnificent flaming salmon with golden yellow throat. Large, slightly ruffled flowers. 55c. per doz., $4.00 per 100 Vagabond Prince. A distinctive variety of iridescent garnet-brown, lighter in upper throat, and with a small blotch of glowing flame-scarlet on lip petal. A gorgeous Gladi- olus. 75c. per doz., $5.50 per 100 Wasaga (Prim.). Very lovely buff color with wide open, somewhat ruffled blooms. Color is clear without markings. 55c. per doz., $4.00 per 100 White Butterfly (Prim.). A fine pure white variety with a creamy throat; of definite but- terfly form. Fine for cutting. 60c. per doz., $4.50 per 100 Wurtembergia. Fiery scarlet with white
throat. Immense blooms on tall, straight spikes. One of the showiest varieties in our list. 70c. per doz., $5.00 per 100
new varieties.
Auniversary Catalog
—A word as to the covers and something | about gardening for victory
Grout Cauer —“Springlime in Ahe Garden a
Robins on the front lawn, warm mellow earth, seeds, tools, ‘‘Spring fever,” all signal the gardener that another planting season is at hand—with its opportunities to grow better, tastier, and more succulent vegetables, to grow old favorite flowers, to adventure with
The Front Cover of our Book symbolizes all these things. It perhaps well expresses the urge of Spring, the push from within, the beckoning hand as it were, suggesting the turning of pages in order to see the mysteries and magic of gardening that lie within.
Back Cover —The Seasou of Aaruest”
What is more satisfying, more soul-stirring than the Autumn Harvest of well-ripened Fruits and vitamin-filled Vegetables, the products of your own foresight and care through the growing season? Our Back Cover, we feel, carries this message of accomplishment, the Victory won after the battles of the Summer are over.
“Gardening for Victory’’ is no empty phrase, for from our gardens we can obtain not only the fruits and vegetables so important for health but more, much more than that! Gardening affords no end of pleasure as well as relaxation from the wear and tear that the struggles and stress of a war existence impose upon us. Get out into the sun, roll Wp ec the sleeves, and start turning the fertile soil that good old Mother Earth has provided—tree. |
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: True soft lavender. An new shade. There is no other n existence anything like this.
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flowers of perfect form tinted with rosy salmon and fawn. A most notable Chrys- anthemum. For three $1.15, Dozen $4.50
Rose Glow. Clear Raspberry pink. The small and dainty flowers are borne in pro- fusion on graceful, arching stems. Superb for cutting. For three 90c., Dozen $3.50
Pale Moon. The fine, fluffy sulphur yellow flowers are freely produced on strong, well foliaged plants. Delicate and charming beyond words.
For three 90c., Dozen $3.50
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