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ALL GARDEN SUPPLIES
_ 33 MARKET STREET SAN FRANCISCO Ly Following general Annual Catalogues ready Christmas, '97: we (a) Flower and Vegetable Seeds—all the desirable kinds.
(+) Plants and Fruit Trees—in full assortment
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The Sunset Seed and Plant Co, will remove toa four-story warehouse, located at 33 Market Street. ‘This will give them the finest seed warehouse on the Pacific Coast.
American Florist, Chicago, June 26, 1897. ’
The Sunset Seed and Plant Co. will remove business July Ist to the four-story warehouse, 33 Market Street, near the Over- land Ferry Depot. This, it is said, will give them the finest seed warehouse west of the Rockies,
Florists Exchange, New York, July 3, 1897.
The Sunset Seed and Plant Co, has re- moved to more commodious quarters, 33 Market Street, this city. In its announce- ment, this concern cleverly says: ‘*Our seeds grow and our business grows; hence this ‘re-potting,’ to give room for our roots.”
California Fruit Grower, San Francisco, July 7, 1897.
The well-known Sunset Seed and Plant Co. has recently made a progressive step in transplanting its offices, salesroom, and gen- eral stock of seeds, plants, etc., to new and larger quarters at 33 Market Street, south side, and one block up town from the ferry landing. This change of situation grows out of an expanding business, which could no longer be accommodated in the old quarters, and it is of special advantage in that it brings the business of the Sunset Seed and Plant Co. to a location more easily accessible to country patrons than the former situation. In congratulating the Sunset Seed and Plant Co, upon a change in al] ways advantageous, it gives the RURAL PREss great pleasure to bear witness to the courtesy, intelligence, and spirit of genuineness in which its business is uniformly conducted.
Pacific Rural Press, San Francisco, August 7, 1897.
ALL WELL-REGULATED PEOPLE
Sow Sunset Selected Seeds —
Telephone Number Main 5811
ANNOUNCEMENT
THE SUNSET SEED AND PLANT CO. removed to more commodious quarters at 33 MARKET ST., San Francisco, on July {st, 1897. Our seeds grow and our busi- ness grows; hence this “re- potting,” to give room for our roots.
JAMES SPROULE, Manager
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Qy)O many inquiries for Price List come to us each year a long time before it is practicable to issue our General Catalogue for the season, that we have decided to meet the evident desires of our patrons by distributing, at this early date, the pamphlet now tendered, which presents Season- able Offerings in the lines indicated on the first page. It costs money to do this, but we Spare
nO expense in catering fo the needs of our
customers, who, in turn, have been very good to us in the past, and to whom we give grateful thanks for their continued patronage. With a new location, and much larger premises than at the “old stand,” and also with a Fresh Stock of live seed$, we are better prepared than ever to carry on increasing business. emphatically assure the people of the Pacific Coast that they can get Honest Seeds and Square Treatment when they come to us for Garden Supplies. A point about Sunset Seeds which the public appreciates is, that
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BULBS Soa Hyacinths
For growing in pots.—Plant from September to December, using a light loam mixed with leaf mold and well-decomposed manure. Cover bulbs so that tops will just show, and after wands well, place in a cool, dark place out-of-doors. When the pots are full of roots and the tops have sprouted about an inch, which will be in about six or eight weeks, they may be removed indoors to a sunny situation and plentifully supplied with water at the roots.
For growing in glasses.—Allow water to just touch base of bulbs, and place in a dark closet or cellar where temperature is about 50°. Expose gradually to light and sun when glasses are well filled with roots. Change the water as it becomes impure, drawing roots entirely from glass, and rinsing in clean water. Be particular to always keep the, water to a level with the base of each bulb. :
For growing in the garden.—Bulbs may be planted any time from October to December. They require a light rich soil, and the crown of the bulb should be three to five inches below the surface ; set six inches apart. Where the ground becomes frozen, cover with straw or leaves to the depth of about three inches, removing the covering early in spring.
If ordered by mail please add fifteen cents per dozen for postage.
Superfine Hyacinths in Separate Colors FOR FORCING OR OPEN-AIR CULTURE
Our mixtures comprise the finest shades of colors, are unexcelled for
use where an effective display is wanted in the open air, and are of such
superior quality as to be entirely satisfactory to florists and others who use large quantities for forcing.
Each. Doz. Per 100, Each. Doz. Per 100, .
Single Pure White . .7 65 $3.50 | Double Pure White. .7 65 $3.50
Single Red, all shades 7 65 3.50 | Double Red, all shades7 65 3.50
Single Blue, all shades 7 65 3.50 | Double Blue, allshades7 65. 3.50 : = Single Yellow ..8 70 4.00 | Double Yellow .... .8 70 4.00 HYACINTH IN POT Single, all colors mixed7 65 3.50 Double,allcolors mixed7 65 3.50
Early White Roma i _ This beautiful and very valuable variety, if planted in y bate nase nm Hyacinths September and gently forced, will bloom in November,
or flowering may be retarded till Christmas by keeping in a cool place. The flowers, which are smaller than those of the ordinary Hyacinth, are produced in great profusion, each bulb throwing up three or four spikes of delicately scented, clear white blossoms ; highly recommended for parlor decoration. Extra large: bulbs, 10 cents each ; 50cents per dozen; $3.50 per hundred.
Select Named Single Hyacinths
Alba Superbissima, pure white, large handsome spike ....-+-:-: - Amy, deep glossy carmine red, tall well-filledspike .... +--+. ++ Bird of Paradise, fine rich yellow, large compact spike .......-: Cavaignac, rosy carmine, shaded salmon, beautiful large broad bells . . Charles Dickens, bright blue, shading to porcelain, very beautiful . . . Czar Peter, light porcelain, shaded lavender, large bells and spike. . . Gigantea, rose and blush, extra large close truss, one of the best. . . . Grandeur a [lerveille, finest blush white, extra fine large truss .. - - Grand Vedette, pure white, extra large bells, extra large spike
Voltaire, pale blush white, finespike .. 1 66 ee eee tt ts .10. HYACINTH IN WATER.
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EACH Alida Catherina, very fine dark rose. early. ae 5. tt on ck ee we $0.15 Blocksburg, light blue, marbled with dark magnificent SpIKG: 5 kar peas, a,c. tant eRe oo cae 15 Bouquet d’Orange, rosy salmon, fine semi-double bells ..................... -20 Bouquet Royal, pure white, yellow center, extra fine spike}. SSE. Ee Io Bouquet Tendre. brilliant dark carmine red, goodtruss ...................22 Io Bride of Lammermoor, dark purple, variegated centre, large bells. ............... 20 Couronne Blanche, pure white, fine bellsand good truss. .................0.. To Garrick, splendid bright blue with dark centre, very fine ............,....060002, +20 Grand Vainquer, pure waxy white, fine truss ...........0000000 0c u eeu 20 Heroine, pure golden yellow, very fine largebells .........0.0. 0004 tees 20 Koh-i-noor, deep bright rose, large semi-double bells... ........-......04e5u 20 La Grandeur, bright golden yellow, with citron tintedcentre ...............+.04. +25 La Tour d’Auvergne, the earliest pure white, extra finespike .............+.... 5 Louis Napoleon, dark carmine red, rich and bright .............. 0000 ee eue 15 Minerva, salmon, with rosy carminestripe, splendid flower... ............00044 20 Murillo, beautiful azure blue, shaded darker, immense bells... ..............4-4, 20 Noble par Merite, splendid deep rose pink, very fine ...........0 0005 eeu ae +15 Pasquin, light lilac blue with dark centre, finespike ...........0000 0c eu euue 20 Prince of Saxeweimar, dark blue, shaded violet, semi-double bells. ............... 15 Prince of Waterloo, fine, pure waxy white, very largespike ... 2... 0.00. eee eee 15 Regina Victoria, fine salmon rose, very early ..........0. 000 pe ee eas = +15 Robert Burns, deep indigo black, compact truss... ..........-. 0050 e ee neee 20 Venus, ivory white with rosy blush centre, large spike... 2... ee ee ee ee ee 15
Tulips
The Tulip is always attractive because of its beauty and brilliancy of color, and is the most popular of
-early spring flowers.
It is as hardy as the Hyacinth and as easy to grow, requiring the same conditions of
culture, except that the bulbs being smaller, must not be planted quiteso deep. The single varieties are easily forced, and if potted in September and treated as directed for Hyacinths, they may be had in bloom
about Christmas.
Single Varieties.
Double Varieties:
All named varieties of Tulips are 5 cents each, 50 cents a dozen.
Adeline, cherry pink with yellow base.
Artus, dwarf, bright red.
Canary Bird, clear rich golden yellow.
Cottage Maid, carmine pink, feathered white.
Crimson King, bright crimson, showy.
Koh-i-noor, very rich blood red.
Pax alba, pure white with yellow base.
Proserpine, rich silky carmine.
oun Victoria, white tinted rose. embrandt, rich glowing crimson.
Silver Standard, white feathered crimson.
Yellow Prince, bright yellow, very showy.
Single Mixed, containing a large variety of colors, and only such sorts as grow the same height and flower together. 25 cents per dozen; $1.50 per hundred,
Parrot Tulips.
Arabella, carmine rose, large flower.
Duc Van Thol, crimson scarlet.
Gloria Solis, deep crimson, with golden margin.
La Candeur, pure white, very full and large.
Murillo, blush white, shaded rose.
Purple Crown, velvety crimson maroon.
Rex Rubrorum, bright crimson scarlet.
Rose Blanche, pure white, tipped green.
Rubra Maxima, carmine scarlet, flamed green.
Tournesol, bright golden yellow, showy.
Velvet Gem, deep mahogany, margined yellow.
Virgilius, deep carmine, fading to blush at edges.
Double [lixed, containing the proper proportion of bright colors, all early flowering varieties that will bloom together. 25 cents per dozen; $1.50 per hundred.
These are late flowering single Tulips, with large characteristic blossoms and curiously laciniated petals of varied and brilliant colors, very beautiful and inter-
esting. Fine mixture, 30 cents per dozen; $2.00 per hundred.
Crocus
One ofthe earliest and most popular of spring flowers, and on account of its varied colored blossoms,
is remarkably effective. in large groups or lines of distinct colors.
Separate Colors.—Yellow, blue and purple, white, striped and variegated.
$1.00 per hundred.
They will thrive in any soil or situation, but are most striking when planted
15 cents per dozen.
All Colors [Mixed.—1o cents per dozen; 75 cents per hundred.
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Lilies No class of hardy bulbs is more desirable than this, the cultivation presenting no obstacles even in the simplest garden. The*ground should be carefully dug and abundantly supplied with well-rotted cow manure, planting the bulbs six inches deep, after which they require very little care or attention,
except to occasionally stir the soil and keep free from weeds. To secure best results the bulbs should be
planted in the fall. EACH.
maroon, having a bright yellow band through the centre of each petal ; strong flowering bulbs. $0.20 -60
Brownii, creamy white, shaded with chocolate crimson, rare and beautiful. ........... Candidum (Madonna Lily), the common white sweet-scented garden lily............. 15 Excelsum, lovely cream-colored flowers, tinged with apricot. .............-..... 40 Harrisii (eergmua Easter Lily), the earliest, most profuse blooming, pure white trumpet-flowered
lily heresy Ces, sre ct Cet ee ed a ee, OO Seen a aeae ae 15 Humboldtii. —This is the largest of California lilies, and very showy ; flowers golden yellow, spotted
PUIGDIC te ack od ce eee ae es oi yo aw le igake Se ene: ee 30 Kramert: deep. rosy pink, Very Tragrant). sews. sets ce 6 Sos see, Sees FOE Scull 30 Longiflorum (Japanese Easter Lily), well known, beautiful, snow-white, fragrant garden lily. . . . -10 Maritimum, deep blood red, spotted with purple... ................2. 05004 +25 Pardalinum, a California variety of great beauty, scarlet, shaded yellow, spotted purple... . . +25 Speciosum Album, pure white flowers with a greenish band through the center of each petal ; very
etic eo a Oe ae Ce eee ae ee ee es eee en Fl 25 Speciosum rubrum, white shaded and spotted with rose orcrimson’............... .20 Tigrimum Splendens, rich scarlet, with black spots ..............-.+ +5400 .10 Washingtonianum, handsome California variety ; very fragrant flowers, changing from pure white
to various shades of purple or lilac; distinct andfine. ..........-.5 5-2 ee eee .30
Lily-of-the-Valley
Beloved everywhere for gardens, ceme- teries and indoor forcing, the charming little Lily-of-the-Valley will always bea favorite flower. Outdoors it flourishes well in shaded situations left bare by other plants ; indoors it loves a light, warm window and plenty of water. Strong extra quality forcing pips, 5 cents each; 35 cents per doz. (mail, 4o cents) ; $2 per 100. Strong clumps (by express only), 50 cents each.
Amaryllis
The bright colors and handsome form of the Amaryllis make it desirable both for greenhouse and parlor decoration, while its cultivation is so simple that it can be grown by anyone. The most suitable soil is a good loam with one-fourth part of leaf mold and a proportion of sand; water moderately until the plants show indications of flowering.
EACH
Belladonna Major, beautiful rosecolor ............ $0.25
Formosissima) richieximson .. 6... % ss. « « sleeee. 25 Atamasco (Zephyranthes) furnishes a constant succession of deli-
cately beautiful flowers, white suffused with pink ....... 05
Equestris (Barbadoes Lily), broad petals of a soft salmon scarlet color, marked in the centre with white bars which radiate from
the whiteithroat.qie wishiw « sass. «. wie lL Gene, .20 LILY-OF-THE-VALLEY. Johnsonii, a very popular sort, and one of the best for general culture ; large flowers, fine crimson color, striped white. . . . .50
Lutea (Sternbergia), bright golden yellow flowers, beautiful... .10
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Narcissus or Daffodils
These old-fashioned favorites hold the affections of the flower-loving public like few other flowers. Their graceful habit, delicate fragrance and variety of form and shades of color are delightful, and they are always in demand for bouquets and floral work generally. Easily cultivated; quick and sure bloomers.
Ard Righ (Irish King), pure yellow, wide-fringed trumpet Alba plena odorata, double pure white, very fragrant Cynosure, light yellow, with rich yel- low cup Golden Spur, very large, rich yellow flowers Henry Irving, magnificent flower, rich golden yellow Obvallaris maximus (Tenby Daffo- dil). Bright yellow; very fine. . . Pallidus przcox, one of the earliest and loveliest of Trumpet Daffodils; delicate pale straw, passing to white
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Poeticus, pure white, with orange $r cup edged withcrimson. ..... $0.05 $0.30
soo Primceps, large yellow trumpet, sul- phur white perianth. + ..... 05 -50
+35 Sir Watkin, a gigantic variety, color light yellow, with large dark cup.. .20 2.00
-50 Stella, white star-shaped flowers with Va) LOM CHD wuesth Speyisheey-s14 eatery i 05 30
1.00 Trumpet major, large deep yellow flower. ac ea a7 ioe 105 50
1.50 Van sion, the famous old double yel- HOF cc Fy Hoya FAS RG ee he MAS |S .0 50 .40 Mixed Daffodils, including many beautiful varie- ties, excellent for growing in masses for garden decoration, and grand for cutting. 25 cents per
«50 dozen; $1.50 per hundred.
Polyanthus Narcissus and Jonquils
The varieties of this group produce an abundance of large trusses of very sweet-scented flowers, vary- ing in color from pure white to deep golden yellow; they are easily cultivated, and excellent for pots
and forcing.
Polyanthus Narcissus
Gloriosa, white, with orange cup, very large, excellent Grand Soleil d’or, dark yellow, suf- fused orange Newton, very fine yellow, with orange cup, free bloomer
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Paper White Grandiflora, pure white, a grand sort. Roman, Double white, very fragrant Mixed, without names, many varieties, very fine
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Sweet-Scented Jonquils EACH. DOZ. These are both double and single, and are fo.10 $0.75 : Paes admirably adapted for growing in pots. Much -10 75 prized for their graceful, sweet-scented flowers. EACH. DOZ. EE gg OS) Campernelle, single yellow, very 05 6 sweet... . Ge) .wetceeeeeee © $0.05 0.40 Lok aha Double Yellow, sweet scented. . . .10 1.00 Single Yellow, sweet scented... . .05 .30 +35
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Iris
The Iris seems to love to grow in everybody’s garden, and everybody seems to love the ‘‘ Rainbow Flower,” and to plant some member of the family, even if it be only the sweet, old- fashioned Blue Flag. We offer a few of the handsomestspecies, which succeed well in general cultivation, all of them possess- ing more wealth of beauty than any other class of hardy plants, the peculiar orchid-like flower, the wonderful colors, and the ease with which they are grown in moist situations making them universal favorites.
DOZEN. Anglica (English Iris), handsome flowers, in purple, blue and lilaeshades. . . _ Need Gets a1 oso .40 Germanica, all colors imaginable, mixed... . . SS AE Hispanica, Blue Beauty, violet and azure blue with yel- 1OW Gye) oe ee os wie ac a, RS nn oes Hispanica; Golden King, rich golden yellow, very hand- OMS, yo: Mae) ei Fatkopnteerae 2) © “e a (s Meh etesleh aye wis he . Hispanica, all colors mixed ...... susie 8 +30
j The Japanese Iris is perhaps the most popu- Keempferi. lar ot all. The flowers are very large, and widely open, with low crests and wide falls in a rainbow of bright colors around the golden eye which marks the centre. The magnificence of this class is simply marvellous.
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Freesias
These are among the most beautiful of all Cape Bulbs, possessing a peculiar grace of form, and their fragrance is most delightful, one pot of 5 or 6 bulbs being sufficient to perfume a whole house. As cut flowers they are extremely valuable, the unexpanded blooms opening in water fill the air with the most delicate perfume, and their endur- ance is really remarkable. They force very easily, and can be had in flower at Christmas, and continue in succession till June. Refracta Alba, pure white, delightfully fragrant. rst size, 15 cents
per. dozen, 75 cents per 100, Selected, 20 cents per dozen, $1.00 per roo. . Mammoth, 35 cents per dozen, $2.00 per Ioo. ,
# Leichtlini, pale yellow, fragrant, 6 cents each; 60 cents per dozen ; FREESIA. $3.00 per Ioo.
Bermuda Buttercup Oxalis
This is one of the finest winter-flowering plants for pot culture that we have ever seen; it is such a strong, luxuriant grower that one bulb will be sufficient for a six or eight inch pot. The flowers are of the purest bright buttercup yellow. Well-grown plants have produced as high as seventy flower stems at one time, and over 1000 flowers in one season. Properly treated, the plants will flower in six weeks from the time the bulbs are planted. 50 cents per dozen.
Oxalis Alba, pure white, fine winter bloomer. . . 2. 2) ee ee ee ee et tt te $0 35
‘© Boweii, rich crimson, very large flowers. . . - - - ee ee et tt te es .50
‘« Mixed colors, contains many beautifulsorts. . . . 1 6 6 ee ee ee ee ee ee +35
Miscellaneous Bulbs and Roots
EACH. DOZ.
Agapanthus umbellatus, or Blue African Lily... .-- +++ +s eee et te ees $0.15 $1.50
Anemone coronaria, double mixed. . . 2... eee ee tt ee 25
3 ff SINSTSE MUM id spate msn cel seo sds Sic eytaeten’ abenee esis) ee inns rat 20
tr Fulgens, rich scarlet, beautiful feathery foliage... .-..--.-+.-+-s -30
Arum Sanctum (Black Calla), black purple flowers... --- +++ + eee se eee 15 1.50
Calla Ethiopica, extralarge bulbs... 1. 1 ee eee ee ee et ee et es IO 1.00
Cyclamen Persicum Giganteum.. . ©... es I5 1.50
Gladiolus Colvilli alba (The Bride), pure white, for forcing... .. 1. +++ eee ees: 15
Gloxinia grandiflora, bright and gorgeous colors... . 1. ee e+ pe ee ee es 15 1.50
Ixias, mixed; long spikes of gladiolus-like flowers of most exquisite and diversified colors. . 25 Pzonies, Herbaceous. The flowers of these fine old favorites almost rival the rose, the
immense double blooms being of the most intense yet delicate colors... ...+....-. .30 3.00
Ponies, Japanese Tree. This variety attains a height of four to six feet, and when in bloom presents a most gorgeous appearance. They grow and flower well in almost any soil, but
the flower will be finer and the colors brighter if given a deep rich loam, well manured . . 1.00 Ranunclus Giant, French Mixed, immense semi-double flowers. .... +. +.++:- -20 Ranunclus Persian Double [lixed, camelia-shaped flowers, rich variety of colorsssepee .20 Ranunclus Turban Double Iixed, pzony-formed flowers, colors vivid and variedinis. wf. . .20 Snowdrop, ‘‘ Elwes’ Giant,’’ three times the size of the old-fashioned snowdrop; white é
Fo WerSMArKed SECM a imty irs, amir pit pm) eis Sue aeble, olisey + + + SAlRia See: ops sruniers 35 Snowdrops, the earliest flower of spring... 1 6 6 ee eee ee es Ricwsteiee s 8 sinters 15 Sparaxis, mixed, produces spikes of exquisite flowers of many colors. . . . + ss +e ees 25 Spirea Floribunda. The flowers are borne in large feathery panicles of purest white, and last
along time in bloom; a beautiful and graceful plant for home decoration. ....... -30 3:00 Tuberoses (Dwarf Excelsior Pearl), the best variety. . © 6 6 6 + ee ee ee ee es 05 .50 Vallota purpurea, splendid flowers of rich red... - 1 ee 2 ee ee ee -30 3.00
NEW BOOK ON BULB CULTURE
Bulbs and Tuberous-Rooted Plants; their history, description, methods of propagation, and complete directions for their,successful culture in the garden, dwelling-house, and conservatory. By C. L. Allen. Handsomely illustrated. Price, $2.00.
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Calochortus (Mariposa Lily or Butterfly Tulips)
Very beautiful California bulbs, blooming in summer. The flowers are of rich and brilliant colors in various shades of white, purple and yellow, borne on stiff, slender stalks, 8 to 20 inches high, from a few to 15 or 200n a stalk.
DOZ. Albus. Flowers nodding, pearly white. ..... $0.50 Pulchellus. Flowers of agolden yellow color... . -40 Luteus. Erect, clear, lemon-yellow, variously shaded ancbintatkedssctst. cee ee I eR “oh os 2 ee GO Splendens. Flowers rich, erect, lustrous, purple, Very SHOWMe cscs cs ile ab ne tenn remains .50 Venustus. Lilac on creamy white ground, spotted with maroon and yellow; erect......... .40 Tlixed. A selection of the hardiest varieties... . 30
ree Aquatic Plants
Nelumbiun speciosum (Egyptian Lotus).—The superb flowers and magnificent foliage of this well- known and far-famed species produce a splendid sub-tropical effect. The flowers, which are about a footacross when fully opened, are of a soft creamy white and exquisitely fragrant. 75 cents each.
Nymphea alba, the hardy white Water Lily; beautiful deep green foliage; pure white cup-shaped flowers ; a continuous bloomer from early summer until fall. 35 cents each.
Nymphza marliacea albida.—A magnificent and distinct water lily, with flowers of purest sparkling white, and fragrant. 60 cents each.
Nymphza marliacea chromatella.—_The leaves of this charming variety are mottled with brown when in a young state, and its large fragrant flowers, which are a beautiful clear yellow with bright orange stamens, are produced from early spring until destroyed by frost. $1.00 each.
Nymphza odorata rosea (Cape Cod Pink Water Lily).—Large sized cup-shaped flowers of a lovely deep pink color ; delicious fragrance and a free bloomer. 50 cents each.
Nymphza pygmea, the smallest flowering species in cultivation; leaves green, two or three inches in diameter, flowers pure white, fragrant, and no larger than half a dollar; a native of China, and quite hardy. 25 cents each.
Nympheza Mexicana.—The flowers are a rich golden yellow, five inches in diameter, produced freely through the season until frost. 35 cents each.
Water Hyacinth.—A very showy aquatic, bearing flowers of a delicate lilac rose, in trusses like a Hyacinth. It floats on the water by means of its curious inflated leaf stalks, forming a rosette of brittle, shining green leaves. It should be grown in about three inches of water, so that the points of the ay. roots can enter the soil. 15 cents each; $1.50 per
ozen.
Water Poppy (Limnceharis Humboldti).—A pretty little plant with yellow flowers resembling miniature poppies. A good plant for growing in shallow water or in an aquarium. 15 cents each; $1.50 per dozen.
Parrot’s Feather (Myriophyllum proserpinacoides).—A most elegant aquatic plant; its long trailing stems are clothed with whorls of the most exquisite tassel-like foliage. When trained in watertight hanging baskets it soon forms a dra- pery of graceful verdure. 15 cents each ; $1.50 per dozen.
Cyperus alternifolius(Umbrella Palm).—Has slender reed-like stems surmounted by a whorl of grass-like foliage, diverging horizontally. Is very ornamental grown in water or in moist soil in pots. 25 cents each.
Cyperus papyrus (Egyptian Paper Plant).—From the snow-white pith of the triangular stalks of this plant the first paper was made, The stems grow from six to eight feet high, and are surmounted by a tuft of long thread-like filaments, which subdivide into amalles ones givin We plant a praceny and
= striking appearance. Delights in shallow water and rich soil,
oR ad but will ao well in the garden ifa plentiful supply of water is
given. 50 cents each.
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Sunset Sweet Pea Achievements 1897 INTRODUCTIONS
& GOLDEN GLEAM
NOW OFFERED FOR SALE FOR THE FIRST TIME
In introducing this superb novelty last year, we accorded it foremost rank in its color-class. All then said in its praise has been amply verified the past season by people who have grown it. GOLDEN GLEAM received FIRST PRIZE at the Hampden County (Massachusetts) Horticultural Society’s meeting in August last, and was placed well up in their official selection of the Twelve Best Varieties out of the long list of fine Sweet Peas now before the public.
We repeat last season’s description: Ideal grandiflora type, unsurpassed in grace, of pronounced primrose tint, a near approach to true yellow.
Price, 10 cents per packet; 25 cents per ounce; 75 cents for 4 ounces.
RED RIDING-HOOD
Of Special Interest to the Children
Through its wide introduction last season, RED RIDING-HOOD has become well and favorably known. Its unique form and pleasing color attract universal attention. Its name has been pronounced most: appropriate, and, like the child’s story to which applied, this striking flower, too, has become the children’s favorite; in fact, so much so, that we have named it Your Red Riding-hood is a remarkable new | | Lhe Children’s Sweet Pea.”
departure, entirely distinct. ce give all our eae wee os jah ire hadi to become acquainted with this floral pet, we
ie, Uae nae oe offer a FREE TRIAL PACKET to each child
the Philadelphia Seedsmen.) | who will send usa list of ten names of garden own--
ers who sow seeds. The full names and addresses should be given, so that we may send them our handsome Catalogue of All Garden Supplies.- All those children who avail themselves of our RED RIDING-HOOD Offer we would be- pleased to hear from as to their experience in growing this favorite flower, the best of which: letters we may publish next season, so that other children may learn of the 1! have made four exhibits this summer, and at each have pleasures to be derived from growing given your novelty, Red Riding-hood, a prominent place. IT a tow of Sunset Sweet Peas, NOT ONLY HAS THE MERIT OF BEING UNIQUE, BUT IT Followingisa description of RED RIDING- HAS THE LONG STEMS, THRIFTY HABIT, AND ABUNDANT
HOOD: Most striking departure in form of | FLORESCENCE OF THE FINEST SWEET PEAS. May it lead flower, When fully developed, the standards and wings are a pleasing rose-pink, shading
to other introductions that shall signalize your work on the
to blush white at the calyx; the keel, which | most popular of all flowers. is almost completely enveloped, is nearly (Rev.) W. T. HUTCHINS, ) W. T. i
pure white. The standard is so formed that it resembles a quaint little red hood, inclos- ing the more delicately tinted wings, which peep out like a diminutive face from under its red hood. Its fragrance is unusually sweet. Itis a very robust grower, and therefore easy to take care of, In plenitude and continuity of bloom it excels other varieties.
Price, 10 cents per packet; 25 cents per ounce; 76 cents for 4 ounces.
Of Eckford’s 1896 Set, we now offer COUNTESS OF ABERDEEN for the first time, stock of this variety hitherto offered by other seedsmen being untrue to name, making this the first opportunity given the public to secure the true kind. This variety is a very pale pink, edged with delicate rose; of good size and form; an attractive departure in its markings, Price, 10 cents per packet ; 8 packets for 26 cents; 6 packets for 40 cents.
(The eminent Sweet Pea Authority of Springfield, Mass.)
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CALIFORNIA SWEET PEAS SUNSET SELECTED STRAIN 1898 and 1697 Novelties
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1898 SET Price, 15 cents per packet; set of 11 for $1.25.
CALIFORNIA. Delicate pink self, softest tinted in its class ; not a large flower, but finely formed. Will not be offered until next season, because of scarcity of stock.
COLUMBIA. Tricolor variegated, odd and attractive in its markings. Standard crimson rose, striped on white ground; wings pale bluish mauve, striped on white ground. Will not be offered until next season, because of scarcity of stock. .
oe Rich bright orange, striped on white ground; like Aurora, except that standards are explanate.
COUNTESS OF POWIS. An improvement over Meteor. Standards bright orange-rose, deeper veined; wings bright clear rose, barred ; suffers under a hot sun.
EMILY LYNCH. Standards rich creamy rose, graduating in intensity; primrose tinted wings, overlaid with delicate pinkish venation. Richer than Royal Rose.
LADY NINA BALFOUR. A finely finished flower of remarkably delicate texture. On first opening, a rich heliotrope-pink self; as it ages it becomes a pinkish-mauve self, and at last it assumes a clear mauve self. Will not be offered until next season, because of scarcity of stock.
PRINCE EDWARD OF YORK. Choice improved Princess Victoria; of bold free habit. Standards cherry rose ; wings deep rose.
“QUEEN VICTORIA. A very delicate straw yellow, showing a faint trace of pinkish purple in standard ; of fine substance; large and finely formed. Best of the 1898 introductions.
SALOPIAN. Similar to Mars, but an improvement in that the wings have the same rich tint asstandards; of large size and elegant form.
SHAHZADA. Deepest colored of all varieties ; of improved grandiflora type; standards a deep purplish maroon without luster, veined in deep strong relief ; wings velvety deep indigo purple.
pia a? CELESTIAL. A delicate mauve striped selection from Celestial, and of equally fine form and size.
TRIUMPH. Variation from Little Dorritt, larger and more highly colored in the wings. Standards boldly explanate, large and nearly circular ; color a bright pink, lightly suffused with scarlet orange ; wings spreading, shaded pale rose purple.
1897 SET
Price, 10 cents per packet; set of 13 for $1.00.
AURORA. Striped and flaked bright orange-salmon on white ground ; of finest form and large size.
BRIDE OF NIAGARA. General color-effect like Blanche Ferry, but the standards run double or triple to the extent of 20 to go per cent., which is a larger general average than we have noted in any other aie Although not partial to the so-called doub/e Sweet Pea, we may say this variety is worthy of trial.
BRILLIANT. Rich bright crimson scarlet of improved form, holding its color well.
COQUETTE. Delicate creamy flesh, with faint purplish rose tinge in standard; wings rich creamy. prim- rose. One of the finest blendings of soft tints.
COUNTESS OF SHREWSBURY. On the plan of Lady Beaconsfield ; blending of soft pink and purple in standards, wings shading to pink, faintly suffused with lilac. A comparatively small flower.
CREOLE. Standards soft pinkish lavender, explanate ; wings pure lavender ; a pleasing variety, but unfor-. tunately did not prove wholly fixed the past season.
GOLDEN GATE. Soft pinkish mauve standards ; wings a lighter tint of mauve and lavender, fluted and standing peculiarly upright, like the ears of a startled jackrabbit.
LOVELY. A shade deeper than Prima Donna, with slight gradation in its pink tints ; a large fine flower, showing a liberal per cent. of double florets ; often has four flowers on a stem.
[MAID OF HONOR. A worthy successor to its popular parent, Butterfly. Color a light suffusion of blue on white ground, edged with deeper blue, giving it a pretty porcelain effect.
MARS. A deep pure crimson in its prime, becoming darker as it ages. Of finely grandiflora form.
NEW COUNTESS. An improved bluish mauve, showing less inclination to assume the reddish tint than does Countess of Radnor when poorly grown.
PRIMIA DONNA. First among the pink selfs; a large, perfect flower, and one of the finest of Sweet Pea creations.
ROYAL ROSE. An elegant study of rose-color gradations ; standards barred with deeper rose than the ground. A large flowered and well-formed variety.
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SUNSET SWEET PEAS pd
GENERAL LIST2A WONDERFULLY ComPREHENSIVE COLLECTION
5 cents per packet; 16 cents per ounce; 50 cents for 4 ounces ; 1 packet each of 26 varieties, your selection, $1.00.
The following list of Sweet Peas we believe to be the most complete ever offered at a uniform price of
5 cents per packet. It embraces all varieties up to and including 1896 introductions. The 1898 and 1897 sets are classed as latest Novelties, and may be found on another page. We call special attention to our conventent arrangement of varieties ynder color-heads, and |
classified according to type, the highest grandiflora form appearing first (other points being equal)
in each group.
To those wishing to understand in greater detail the peculiarities of the different varieties, we recom- mend our little book, “SWEET PEA REVIEW,” compiled from critical notes made during the Sweet
Pea growing season.
Pure White
Blanche Burpee, Emily Henderson, Mrs. Sankey,
Alba Magnifica, Queen of England.
Approaching Shades of Yellow
Mrs. Eckford, Primrose.
Shades of Pink
Blushing Beauty, Royal Robe, Mrs. Gladstone, Katherine Tracy, Isa Eckford.
Shades of Rose
Lady Penzance, Ovid,
Her Majesty, Splendor, Novelty,
Miss Hunt, Adonis, Oddity.
Shades of Scarlet
Firefly, ‘Cardinal, Scarlet Invincible.
MIXE
Price, 25 cents.
Shades of Crimson Ignea. Shades ranging be-
tween Scarlet and Crimson
Princess Victoria, Duchess of Edinburgh. Shades of Mauve
(Bluish)
Celestial, Princess May, Countess of Radnor.
Shades of Mauve (Reddish) Emily Eckford, Dorothy Tennant. Magenta Shading Captivation. Shades approaching Blue
Captain of the Blues(same as Grand Blue), Madam Carnot.
Shades of Deep Maroon
Stanley, Boreatton.
Claret Shades
Duke of Clarence, Monarch, Waverly,
Indigo King, Purple Prince.
Distinct Blendings
Crown Jewel,
Venus,
Eliza Eckford,
Apple Blossom,
Lemon Queen,
Lady Beaconsfield,
Bronze King,
Peach Blossom,
Princess Beatrice,
Alice Eckford,
Crown Princess of Prussia,
Lottie Eckford,
Butterfly,
Violet. Queen (same as Princess Louise),
Captain Clarke, or Tri- color,
Delight,
Fairy Queen,
Meteor,
Orange Prince,
Rising Sun,
Etna,
Vesuvius,
Carmen Sylva,
The Queen,
Contrasting Shades
(Standards and wings in separate tints.)
Little Dorritt,
Blanche Ferry (same as Blushing Bride and Im- proved Painted Lady),
Extra Early Blanche Ferry,
Duke of York,
Empress of India,
Painted Lady (same as Nellie Jaynes).
Variegated Sorts
Mrs. Joseph Chamberlain, Mikado,
Ramona,
Senator,
Gray Friar,
Duchess of York, Juanita,
Gaiety,
Daybreak,
America,
Red and White Striped, Queen of the Isles, Princess of Wales.
Departures (In habit of growth.) Cupid (Dwarf White).
SUNSET SELECTED MIXTURE (containing some 75
e varieties, and also unnamed sorts.) Price of mixture, by the ounce, 10 cents; otherwise, 5 cents per large packet.
$1.00 per pound.
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SUNSET SEED: AND ‘PLANT »GO:
Flower Seeds for Fall Sowing
Many varieties of Flower Seeds, annuals as well as biennials and perennials, may be sown in the open
ground in autumn.
The plants from autumn-sown seed are always larger and more robust, flowering
earlier and more profusely than if sown in spring. The varieties named in the following list all do better
when sown in the fall.
PACKET
Abutilon, bears beautiful bell-shaped flowers of varied and brilliant colors. ...... dwarf
Alyssum, Sweet, dwarf white flower, frag- rant as honey
Amaranthus, ornamental foliage plants, very
ing perennials Aster, Semple’s Giant, marvels in size and colors, mixed Balloon Vine, a beautiful rapid-growing climber Begonia, double and single, all colors mixed Calceolaria grandiflora, splendid green- house plants (200 seeds). .......-. Calliopsis, ‘* Golden Wave,’’ beautiful golden blossoms with dark centre SG Candytuft, ‘‘Empress,’’ pure white, very dwarf Canna, best French varieties, mixed. .. . Canterbury Bells, well-known popular bien- nials Carnation, ‘‘TMargaret,’’ magnificent double flowers, ranging through all shades of color; flowers in three months from sowing (150 seeds) Carnation, Prize Double, mixed, satisfac- tory in every way Carnation, ordinary mixed, a great variety of colors Centaurea cyanus (Bachelor’s Buttons), blue ts Candidissima, large silvery white leaves, deeply lacineated : Ly gymnocarpa, silvery gray foliage Cineraria grandiflora, saved from best varieties (60 seeds) Cobea Scandens, beautiful climber, with large bell-shaped flowers, green at first, changing to a deep violet blue (20 seeds) Coleus, unequalled for size and brilliancy of foliage (100 seeds) Cosmos, charming plants with large anemone- like flowers ; crimson, pink, white or mixed, each Cyclamen persicum giganteum, neat little
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colored orchid-like flowers (zo seeds). . . Dahlia, though not generally known, this favorite bulb may be had in the greatest variety from seed Daisy, charming little plants for shady loca- tions, mixed Digitalis, blossoms are thimble-shaped in every shade of color Eschscholtzia or California Poppy, well- known favorites, mixed. . . ff collections of ten distinct colors, on ucket of each Ferns, saved froi the choicest greenhouse varieties
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Forget-me-not, popular little plants with neat star-like flowers Freesia refracta alba, easily raised fromseed, will bloom the first season
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favorites will bloom first season (35 seeds)
Geranium, all varieties and colors mixed. . Gladiolus, saved from the choicest varieties, and will give satisfaction to those who desire
a choice collection of this lovely flower. . Gloxinia, one of the loveliest pot plants there is ; the flowers are bell-shaped and embrace
every range of color and shade (100 seeds) Heliotrope, favorite plants for bedding and pot culture; much prized on account of their delicious fragrance Bene Hollyhock,
well-known garden favorites, mixed colors , a collections of twelve distinct colors Ipomea imperialis, the Japanese Morning Glory, of endless colors and marvelous markings Lobelia, graceful and profuse blooming little plants, well adapted for hanging baskets, vases, etc. ; in various shades of blue. . Lophospermum scandens, a beautiful climber with large bell-shaped blue flowers. . . . Mandevillea suavolens, every lover of flowers should possess this rapid-growing, beautiful climber ; completely covered with fragrant creamy-white flowers : Marigold, ‘‘ Legion of Honor,”’ rich golden yellow, beautifully marked with large spots of velvety brown Maurandya Barclayana, free - blooming climber, covered with blue and white flowers . Mignonette, the old-fashioned fragrant variety . 6 collection of twelve distinct varieties Mina lobata, a lovely climber from Mexico; flowers of a beautiful rosy crimson, chang- ing to orange and cream Musa ensete, or Abyssinian Banana, a foliage plant of magnificent proportions ; very effective; will grow to feet high the first season (10 seeds) Nasturtium, climbing, all the best colorsmixed re collection of twelve distinct colors. . ce Dwarf, all the best colors mixed cs s¢ collection of twelve dis- tinchioolorsin ssa Pansy, Odier or Five-blotched; each petal has a large blotch with clearly defined margin ‘* Peacock, purple and peacock blue, very beautiful “Victoria, a peculiar reddish bronze . *«* Menlo Park, an extra fine mixture of giant-flowered Pansies......., «« mixed, of good quality Petunia, ‘‘Giants of Calitornia,”’ the largest flowering variety; fringed and ruffled; marvels of beauty (200 seeds) ‘ordinary, mixed
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13 FLOWER SEEDS FOR FALL SOWING—Continued PACKET PACKET Poppy, Danebrog, brilliant scarlet, with a Schizanthus, or Butterfly Flower, all silver spot on each petal . . . . . fo.05 (oxo) Cofasyocniedatal US SAA Paecateees city Samer acter $0.05 “Flag of Truce, large satin-white Smilax, well-known climber, much used by Ee oe be serait Gass tie Brees et florists and for house decoration .... . .05 coloed sdeliaiouslytraprant ta: - .10 Spee ppitere. an Sees pad Jestne «Shirley, of a silky texture and bril- SUUSHEULE SON tess) Hl Come yao 3 Oa liant delicate colors, veined, streaked pleasant green color and delicate Ree and flaked in charming confusion. .05 ieee its verdure in the driest and hottest «< Sunset Mixture, unsupassed for mag- oca ities eo wtind fanNay Are, ylely bi Wen earl eaes ihe Wiss +25 MIRREN COLOTS «cea el ee .05 Stocks, Giant Perfection, all colors mixed .1o Primrose, Chinese Fringed, all colors mixed “collections of twelve distinct colors .50 (Giofoys (76 (3) a eRe bane oe Aran nan Sin) 15 Sweet Peas. See preceding pages for full list. Pyrethrum, Golden Feather, bright golden Sweet William, fine old-fashioned flower . _ .05 yellow foliage, foredging ........ +05 Tecoma Smithii, produces large heads of Romneya Coulteri, the Great White Poppy flowers of a rich lemon flushed with dark of California; flowers 4 to 5 inches across, orange; sometimes bears a hundred flowers pure white with yellow stamens, and have a On a/stemi(T5 Seeds)! emt ies) -1 vemeaie 30 delicate primrose perfume ; hard to germin- Verbena, Mammoth-flowered, all colors ate, the seed often lying dormant for months .10 bt. ¢ 10 Me ronteerenn Aupmnenec bat 15 Rudbeckia Californica, or Black Eyed es ordinary, mixed»; sa. -05 Susan, handsome yellow flowers with in- Vinca, or Periwinkle, good plants for ceme- fense black centreinmcmemes wie yctaeeh o> -10 tery use, with glossy foliage and bright little Saintpaulia ionantha, a veritable jewel from HO WELS > 9.5 So let-aP sna pean na eee re .05 Central Africa, and undoubtedly one of the Violet, saved from our own magnificent col- most valuable of recent introductions ; the lection ye: cf git at ooh cue Wee .05 tiny plants form a flat rosette of deep green, «collection of six distinct varieties. . .50 hairy leaves, crowned by beautiful deep blue Wallflower, fine old favorites, prized for their flowers bearing a close resemblance in form delicious fragrance ..... 05 as well as color to the common violet. . . .25 a collection of eight distinct varieties .50 Salvia splendens, intense scarlet flowers to Zinnia, Curled and Crested, much preferable Scabiosa, or Pincushion Flower, dwarf to the old variety, the petals being twisted CGoubleymixed!:..<. © halves! soldat oes .05 and crinkled ina most peculiarmanner. . .10
THE CHILDREN'S GARDEN
We offer a splendid mixture of beautiful, free-blooming hardy flowers for the children’s benefit. What pleasure a packet of these will give the little ones, and what memories of our own childhood days may it not awaken as we watch the tireless wee workers, eagerly expectant and later haloed with happiness, as
the ever varying bloom furnishes a continual surprise. Packet, 10 cents, 3 for 25 cents.
ture, failure is really impossible.
FERTILIZERS AND FLOWER FOOD
If you are specially interested in manures, you should read “How Crops Grow,” by Prot, Samuel W. Johnson, and “ How Crops Feed,” by the same author, Either book
mailed free for $2.
As there are over a hundred varieties in the mix-
We supply only high-grade, reliable fertilizers, goods that we know to be as represented, and, quality
considered, prices are unusually low.
100 LBS, TON GEOUNG Boner: oy NER’ OR wee akties A Site bP a MAME ton cs $2.50 $35.00 Lawn Fertilizer.—This is a clean, dry and fine fertilizer, and can be sown either by hand l or machine. It is free from all strong odor, and, being a complete fertilizer, is fit for all
kinds of grasses. ver it than it does to fertilize it.
Never use stable manure on a lawn, or it will cost you more to weed For a new lawn, use from 800 to 1,500 lbs. per acre ; har-
row in before sowing the seed. To renovate an old lawn, half that quantity will do,
or for small lawns use from 3 to 5 lbs. per roo square feet.
bags, $
1o-lb. bags, 50 cents; roo-lb.
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BE/, ; : 40.00 Rose Fertilizer.—Especially suited for roses, shrubbery and the flower garden. Roses fed on this ferti-
bags,
Per ro-lb. bags, 50 cents; 1oo-lb.
3.00. at s Bowker’s Flower Food.—This is not a stimulant, but a perfect food for plants, in a concentrated form. It produces healthy foliage, abundant, rich and bright-colored blossoms, and prolongs the period of
blossoming.
Full directions for using are in each package.
Packages containing enough for 30
plants for three months, 25 cents by mail, postpaid; and for 30 plants a whole year, 50 cents, by mail,
postpaid,
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Vegetable Seeds
Will be mailed free to any address at packet and ounce rates.
must be added to cover postage.
At pound rates, ro cents per pound
For description of varieties, see our GENERAL SEED CATALOGUE, published in December, and
mailed free to all customers and others on application.
E= All Vegetable Seeds in this list can be had in five-cent packets.
ARTICHOKE Garseipreen GlODE oP ees crus
ASPARAGUS Conover’s Colossal . Palmetto.
ASPARAGUS ROOTS
Ready in December; price on appli-
cation.
BEANS (green podded) Bestioh Aull taps, Speier e awl ewtge ye GhinatRediByei.. % fc eiere exis Emperor William Low’s Champion. Mohawk TRETIRAG iy aratialee'e, 2) See betls Six Weeks ncanniasiadt erie icy ale Valentine .
BEANS (Wax podded) Crystal White Wax ....... GIGE OW ASA oi) Ce wath cue 5 POSSI MAK to Sle sise ae scnis sas pus ks Wardwell’s Kidney Yosemite Mammoth
BEET Columbia Blood Turnip Eclipse Egyptian
BRUSSELS SPROUTS Matchless
CABBAGE Autumn King Drumhead Savoy Early Jersey Wakefield. ..... Holland Improved Summer. Premium Flat Dutch Winigstadt
CARROT Danvers Half Lone... .- - - French Forcing Long Orange White Belgian
CAULIFLOWER Early London Early Snowball ate Algiers’ W200 jail.) nee eats
CORN SALAD
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ENDIVE TONGA LCAVER .o 5 eto a ene ms Green Curled
KALE Dwarf Green Curled..... ae
KOHLRABI White Vienna
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ONION Bxtha, barlvied ks pasean 15 Prizeta erie cures us) seienn hs .20 Wethersfield, Large Red. .... 15 Winite Portical nosh ice 20 Vel Ow. Daniels Mauss ianne cine 15
ONION SETS Vellowt.ce shri casens seal a anes If by mail, add to cents per lb. for
postage.
PARSLEY Extra Double Curled ...... .10
PEAS LB. WdvanGe ers uere, sie) aber fo. 10 American Wonder. ....... -10 Ble: BeauUiVay <i se) oe eae .I0 Champion of England. ..... .I0 Birst and Best). Via sd-wie pees .10 PttlewGend va-stesi¢-ane eetae “bay © 10 Pride of the Market. ...... .10 Strata cen oi. «xxcchoumsbae list vel isin) 2» 10 MelepHOUC ces la limenns wees s = .10 Workshire FLerou-ant tls o- ell s 10
RADISH California Mammoth White. . .. .10 @hantte tale aac tas es et os el 10 French Breakfast. .......-. .10 Long Scarlet... .). ~~. .pisieaieenes .10 Scarlet Wiltili ps ccc cia secu 10 White’ Strasburg... «20. os .I0
SALSIFY Mammoth Sandwich Island ... .10
SPINACH Long? Standing air cesses 10 Prickly: 3). 0 ae one trotters To
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TURNIP oz, Golden Balliviiyecsics we 2 sy ems $0.10 Purple Top Strap Leaf. ....-- 10 Redi Mop. Globes. - sets ntee be) White Top Strap Leaf. ....- .10 Yellow Stone ....+.+s 5 si)
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Mushroom Spawn If interested in this crop, an excellent book to have
is ‘‘ Mushroom Culture,” by W. Robinson, which will be sent free by mail for 50 cents.
English Spawn.—In bricks, per lb., by mail, 30 cents ; 7 \bs. per express, not paid, $1.00.
French Spawn.—Per Ib. by mail, 50 cents ; 3-Ib. boxes, per express, not paid, $1.25.
® HOW TO MAKE A LAWN
The ground must be well dug, raked and leveled, and every semblance ofa weed root removed. After the seed is sown, which should be done on a calm, dry day, rake the seed in and roll well, or, in the absence of a roller, use a good wide board and walk on it until the soil is uniformly firm. Much of the fine appearance of a lawn depends upon regularity in mowing, as, if left too long be- fore this is done, or when well established it is not closely mown, the stronger grasses will overgrow the weaker, thus destroying smoothness of surface and rendering the whole patchy and unsightly. For forming new lawns, MUSHROOMS not less than 60 pounds of seed are required per acre, and for the renovation of old ones, half that quantity will give good results.
Menlo Park Lawn Grass.—We devote great care to the preparation of this article, and by careful tests have proved its superiority over all other mixtures. It is composed of choicest selected fancy cleaned grasses, entirely free from seeds of weeds, and we can with confidence recommend it to those who
. wish their lawns to present an evergreen, carpet-like appearance. Price, 30 cents per pound. For the convenience of those who require only a small quantity of seed, MENLO PARK LAWN Grass is
put up in WORE containing sufficient for 300 square feet. We forward these boxes, free by mail, at 25
cents each.
Grasses Clovers
LB. Le. Blue Grass, Fancy Kentucky. ...... $0.25 Alfalfa, choice Utah. ...... 5) da haope’ Orchard) Grassiint a. ioe ee .20 Alsikep a8) .< . .alidsheereerb a. sme oe .20 Red Top, absolutely clean. ....... 15 GrimscnyGinver: so 22) sae ee ee PO RvyeiGrass. Australian... 25 ok als Regi Clovers. wt sce ire on as ee sth se se Sia iatiswees ee. aks oe 15 Be at Mammoth Pea Vine... . . .20 Timothy, fancy grade.......... 10 WihitesCloveriiaraht vise sce os 30
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Insecticides
Fir Tree Oil Soap.—A useful article to have, as by its use you can keep plants free from insects, dogs free from fleas, poul- try free from lice, and keep the skin of your horse healthy and make him shine. One ounce makes one gallon. %4-lb. tins, 25 cents each; by mail, 35 cents.
Grape Dust.—A non-poisonous powder for the remedy of mildew and rot on grapes, gooseberries, roses, etc. Per 5-lb. pack- age, 50 cents. Cannot be sent by mail.
Hellebore Powder.—For the destruction of slugs, worms, cat- terpillars, etc. Less poisonous than Paris Green, and safer to use when fruits or vegetables are nearly ripe. Per pound, 20 cents. If by mail, 15 cents extra.
Slug-Shot.—A cheap, popular and effective insecticide, easily applied, and not injurious or dangerous to animals. 5-lb. package, 50 cents. Cannot be sent by mail.
Tobacco Dust.—If dusted on while the foliage is moist it destroys plant life, cabbage and turnip fleas, etc. Spread upon the ground, it acts as a fertilizer, and keeps off all-earth insect life. Per 1-lb, package, 10 cents; if by mail, 15 cents extra; 5-lb. package, 30 cents; too pounds, $3.50.
Whale Oil Soap.—Excellent wash for trees and plants to prevent insects from lodging in the bark, and for smearing on the trunks of trees to prevent worms from crawling up. Per 1-lb. tin, 20 cents. If by mail, 15 cents per Ib, extra. In bulk, in quantities of 10 lbs. and over, 10 cents per Ib.
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Miscellaneous Horticultural Requisites .
EACH.
Bellows, Powder, large size. $2.00
ce ae small size. 1.00
‘« Spraying, for fluids. 2.00
Forks, Digging, 4-prong. . .80
SS ai 5-prong. . 1.00
Garden Lines, braided, tooft. .75
Grafting Wax, \(-lb. maucage: 15
cents; 44-lb. package, 25 cents; 1-lb. package, 4o cents.
(Postage on grafting wax, 15 cents per pound|extra. ) Hoes, Draw, 6, 7 and 8-in. blades sy) 2a ty cre ee oe .50 Hose, Rubber, (prices include couplings. )
POWDER
Standard, 3/-in. 3-ply, per BELLOWS BOWCER sce hoever calc, WEAoe $4.50 Hose, Bay State, 3/-in. 3-ply, per 50 feet . 6.00 ss Bull Dog, ‘‘ 7-ply, 2: . 8.50
(When ordered in 25-foot lengths a charge of 80 cents is made for couplings.)
Hose Menders, socents per dozen, each. . .05 Hose Nozzle, Boston, best ofall. ..... .50 Knives, Budding, Ivory handled .... . 1.10 66 Pruning, Best English ...... 1.00 Lawn lowers, ee Clipper, 12-in. . 4.00 66 he 14-in. . 5.00 Labels, wooden, painted een ds DiS ates) Per 1000 Pot or Garden, 4inch .... $0.15 $1.25
es iS ACHes ss, .20 1.50
2 £ GHUGHs cee < 25 1.75
Per 100
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Tree or Plant, copper wired, 3% inch. . . $1 75
= = notched, Ginch. .... : 2.00
Tole Trap, “ Model.”
Toss, for florists’ use, 10 cents per pound; $7.00 per 100 pounds,
EACH
Pencils, Wolff’s Indellible ........ fo. 10
Plant Sprinklers, Rubber ........ 1.25 Plant Stakes, round, tapering, painted green.
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AMteet ok SPSS eh 1.00 7,00
BHC oes. ic eee eae wee 1.25 9.00
6, fee@tic.:; Aud smteral “ale, Se aAcee I.50 10.00
Unpainted, made from Redwood, 5 feet long, 1 inchsquare. .... -40 2.50
Raffia, for tying plants; superior to twine. 25 cents per pound, 5 pounds for $1.00. Rakes, steel garden, handled, each 4o to 65 cents.
Shears, Pruning, solid steel. ...... $1.25 © Sheep, fortrimming grass. .... 1.00 Shovels, best cast steel. ......... I.00 Spades, best quality, square point, long or SHON ANGIE. mc. te) ce a. er lenas co meneaae I.00
Syringes, solid brass— No. H, 18 inches long, 1 spray rose. . . 2.25 No. 3, 18 inches long, 1 stream and two
Spray TOSeS cee i ree cee ee aa) 5.50 No. 4, 18 inches long, r stream and two
SDLAVeLOSeSIy el ca ices ies aimee 6,00 No. 5, 18 inches long, r stream and two
Spray: TOSES.- <<) iteent ov ee) Ma ekeeea manta = 6.00 No. 10, 18 inches long, 1 coarse, I fine
spray and 1 stream rose, with patent WallVSie hicieron +) 0) 4 see atal te ova 5.00 No. 11, same as No. 10, without valves. . 4.50 Trowels, solid shank, cast steel, very strong $o.50 Watering Pots,French model, galvanized iron, 6qt. $1.50; 8 qt. 2.00 Weeders, Excelsior... 0.15 ° MY Lang’s. One of the best ofthis class .25
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‘Planet Jr." Labor-Saving Garden Tools
These are the most perfect garden tools made, and have long been the most popular. They are known the world over, and beyond question are the most complete in equipment and most practical and labor-say- ing that have yet been invented. Our special ‘‘ Planet Jr.’’ Catalogue, fully illustrating and describing the various machines, will be mailed free on application.
**Planet Jr.’? Double Wheel Hoe, Cultivator, Rake and Plow.—Indispensable to gardeners and
farmers who grow roots for stock or vegetables for market.
By the use of this machine five times the usual
acreage of hoed crops can be planted without fear of being caught in their cultivation. The “Planet Jr.’’ Double Wheel Hoe will stradle plants eighteen inches high and finish rows from six to eighteen inches
apart at one passage. Price complete, $7.00.
Fire Fly Single Wheel Hoe.—This favorite tool is similar in construction to the ‘‘Planet Jr.”
single wheel hoe, and the attachments made for the one can be used on the other.
It will hoe one or both
sides of the row, either away from the plants or towards them. All the attachments are of steel, hardened
in oil, tempered and polished. Price, $4.00.
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Crees and Plants
“
Offerings in this department are confined to such stock as will be in demand early in the planting season. We charge, for packing, actual cost of same. In ordering please state whether suBSTITUTION will be permitted, as, when not instructed to the contrary, we shall feel at liberty to substitute similar sorts.
Customers will please remember that we receive many orders daily during our busy season, so that at times several days may elapse before an order is filled. We assure our patrons, however, of the promptest possible service.
Pot-grown and boxed plants can be shipped at any season, but ‘‘balled”’ stock, deciduous trees, shrubs and plants from open ground should reach the dormant state before being dug. Such stock ts usually ready from November on.
Desirable Hardy Evergreen Trees and Shrubs
Acacias
Good for sidewalk planting and beautifying of gardens; never attaining great size; of fairly rapid growth. Acacias bloom in early spring. The flowers of nearly all the varieties are some shade of yellow, and delightfully fragrant. All pot-grown plants.
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Acacia dealbata. Flowers lemon-yellow; very free bloomer ; foliage feathery, dark green on top, whitish underneath, 3 to 4 feet, 50 cents each.
Acacia longissima floribunda. Flowers bright yellow, produced in great quantities ; leaves long and narrow, 3 to 4 feet, 35 cents each.
Acacia lophantha. Flowers white ; foliage feathery; thrives in the most desolate places. 3 to 4 feet, 4o cents each.
Acacia melanoxylon. Flowers yellow; leaves olive-leaf shape. One of the most extensively planted varietiesin this State. 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each ; 6 to 8 feet, $1 each.
Acacia mollissima. Flowers canary-yellow ; foliage feathery. 3 to 4 feet, 50 cents each.
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Araucarias
Araucaria Bidwelli. This tree attains very large size, but is mediumly slow in growth. It sends up one straight leader from which grow horizontal branches, at regular distances, clothed with sharp spines, lightish green in color, Highly ornamental; pot grown. 1% to 2 feet, $2 each.
Araucaria excelsa (Norfolk Island Pine). Grows somewhat like the preceding; the foliage is not so prickly, nor is the tree as hardy. Much used for house decoration; pot grown. 134 to 2 feet, $3.00 each ; 2 to 3 feet, $4.00 each.
Araucaria imbricata (Monkey Puzzle). Well known; of stately growth, horizontal prickly branches, dark green in color; balled. 15 to 18 inches, $3.00 each; 1¥4 to 2 feet, $4.00 each. Arbutus Unedo (Strawberry Tree)
This bears deliciously flavored fruit, resembling in shape and color the fruit of the strawberry; pot grown. 3 to 4 feet, 75 cents each.
Aucubas
Aucuba japonica (Gold Dust Tree). So called as the large, glossy leaves are marked with yellow spots ; of shruby growth; balled. 2 to 3 feet, 75 cents each.
Aucuba viridis latifolia. Similar to preceding, except that leaves are not spotted yellow; pot grown. 2 to 3 feet, 75 cents each.
Azaleas _ Evergreen shrubs of great value when in bloom, either for decoration or bouquets. The flowers (both single and double), which are borne freely, include every color and every shade of color; pot grown. 1% feet, $1.50 each. Berberries
Berberry, aquifolia. Highly ornamental shrub ; leaves large purplish green, shining and prickly ; flowers yellow, succeeded by bluish berries; boxed. 2 to 3 feet, $1.50 each.
Blue Gum. See Eucalyptus.
Box, Dwarf
This is the plant used so much for edgings ; open ground. 8 to 12 inches, 25 cents each, $1.50 per 10.
California Bay or Laurel
Known also as California Sassafras. The tree attains very large dimensions, but is of slow growth. The leaves emit a strong fragrance; balled. 2 to 3 feet, 50 cents each.
California Big Tree
Balled. 2 to 3 feet, $2.00 each.
California Nutmeg
This tree produces seeds resembling in shape a nutmeg ; the spines are sharp, and dark green in color ; of slow growth; pot grown. 1o inches, $1.00 each.
Camellia Japonica Known to many as ‘‘Japonicas.’’ The leaves are stiff, and dark green in color. The flowers are
shaped like a rose, but without fragrance, and are of a wax-like appearance ; they bloom early in spring. Japanese varieties, double white, double pink, double red; pot grown. 17% to 2 feet, 75 cents each.
Camphor Tree
Bright, shining green foliage ; its young growth a most beautiful shade of tawny red. From this tree camphor is obtained by distillation ; pot grown. 2 to 3 feet, 50 cents each,
Casuarina
This is a rapid-growing Australian tree, peculiarly adapted for planting on the seashore, and in alka- line soils ; in appearance like a pine; pot grown. 2 to 3 feet, 40 cents each.
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aps a i a ee a Cedar, Indian or Deodar
The handsomest of this class. It attains large size, and is of fairly rapid growth. The needles are sea-green in color, and the branches are pendulous; balled. 4 to 6 feet, $5.00 each.
Choisya Ternata (Mexican Orange Flower)
A shrub with beautiful glossy foliage; flowers deli- ciously fragrant ; blooms in early spring; balled. 1 to 1 % feet, 50 cents each.
Cypress
Cypress, Italian. Tall, tapering, conical ; much used for working into designs; balled. 2 to 3 feet, 35 cents each ; 3 to 4 feet, 50 cents each.
Cypress, Lawson. A desirable California variety ; branches drooping, feathery and slender ; colorsea green ; balled. 2 feet, 50 cents each.
Cypress, Monterey. Our well-known native variety; exten- sively planted for windbreaks and hedges; pot grown 2 to 2% feet, 25 cents each, $2.00 per 10; transplanted in boxes; 1 to 134 feet, $2.50 per L00.
Daphnes
This shrub has dark, glossy green leaves ; they produce in early spring small sweet-smelling flowers ; a great favor- ite; balled.
White Flowering. 2 to 2% feet, $2.00 each. Pink Flowering. 2 to 2% feet, $2.00 each,
Diosma (Breath of Heaven)
This sweet-smelling little shrub is a general favorite ; it produces small white flowers, which, as well as the foliage, are deliciously fragrant ; pot grown. 1 to 1% feet, 30 cents CHAMROPS EXCELSA (JAPAN FAN PALM). each.
(See under head of Palms.)
Eucalyptus, or Gum Tree Is known to all ; of rapid growth.
Eucalyptus ficifolia. Flowers scarlet; leaves thick, leathery in appearance. In most localities in Cali- fornia it needs protection until old enough to withstand frost; pot grown, 2 feet, 50 cents each.
Eucalyptus globulus (Blue Gum). Transplanted in boxes, 1 to 114 feet, $2.50 per 100; pot grown, 1/2 to 2 feet, 20 cents each, $1.50 per 10; pot grown, 4 to 5 feet, 35 cents each, $2.50 per Io.
Eucalyptus robusta. A strong, tall-growing, hardy variety ; pot grown, 3 to 4 feet, 30 cents each, $2.50 per Io.
Eucalyptus rostrata (Red Gum), pot grown, 3 to 4 feet, 30 cents each, $2.50 per ro.
Euonymus, Golden
A medium sized growing shrub, having beautiful golden-yellow foliage, no flowers. Excellent hedges can be made from this variety ; balled, 2 to 3 feet, 35 cents each, $3.00 per To.
Fabiana Imbricata
A very pretty Aeath-like shrub of erect growth, producing pure white, tube-shaped flowers in wonderful profusion ; pot grown, 1 to 1% feet, 30 cents each.
Grevillea Robusta
A magnificent tree for decorative purposes, grownseither as.a-pot plant or in the open; it has orange- colored flowers, and the foliage is fern-like ; pot grown, 3 to 4 feet, 50 cents each; boxed, 8 to 9 feet, $1.50
each. Holly, English
7 nar dark green foliage, covered during winter months with red berries ; balled, 1¥% to 2 feet, $1.00 acn. " :
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Laurel, English
Highly ornamental shrub, never attaining very large growth; they grow dense and fairly rapidly. They produce long panicles of white flowers, which add greatly to their beauty ; balled, 3 to 4 feet, 50 cents
each. Laurustinus
The well-known handsome winter flowering shrub; the flowers come in bunches, and are pink, grad- ually changing to pure white, well adapted for hedges; pot grown, 1 foot, 15 cents each, $1.00 per 10; balled, 1% to 2 feet, 25 cents each.
Libocedrus Decurrens (Yellow or Incense Cedar)
A noble native of our Golden State, somewhat resembling in growth the famous “‘ Big Tree” ; balled, 2 to 3 feet, $1.00 each.
Ligustrum Japonicum (Japan Privet)
Foliage dark and glossy ; flowers white, succeeded by purplish blue berries. Excellent for hedges, or for lawn or avenue planting ; balled, 4 to 5 feet, 60 cents each.
Loquat, Common Leaves large, crumpled, glossy olive-green; produces sweet, delicious fruit, ripening in early spring ; balled, 3 to 4 feet, 50 cents each. > Magnolia Grandifiora Pot grown, 14 to 2 feet, 50 cents each; 3 to 4 feet, 75 cents each. Myrtle, Common An old-fashioned, sweet-smelling, small-growing shrub ; balled, 2 feet, 35 cents each. Oak, Cork The cork of commerce is obtained from this tree ; highly ornamental ; balled, 2 to 3 feet, 75 cents each. Oleander
Very free flowering shrubs; we offer the double white and double pink; pot grown, 1% to 2 feet, 50
cents each. Pepper Tree
The well-known shade tree of our streets ; it grows very rapidly ; the foliage is feathery, drooping and glossy. The large clusters of red berries add greatly to its beauty ; pot grown, 4 to 5 feet, 50 cents each: boxed, 6 to 8 feet, $1.25 each.
Pine, Monterey Transplanted in boxes (of 100 each), 10 to 12 inches, $4.00 per 100; balled, 2 to 3 feet, 60 cents each,
$5.00 per Io. Pittosporum Nigricans
Leaves wavy, shining light green color; growth upright and conical; excellent hedge plant; pot grown, 1 to 1% feet, 30 cents
each. Redwood Pot grown, 1% ft., 35c each ; balled, 4 to 5 feet, $1.00 each. Sequoia
See California Big Tree and Redwood.
Spruce A very desirable class of elegant, upright-growing trees. As single specimens, much admired, and for large plantings, un-
equaled. Norway.—Balled, 3 to 4 feet, 75 cents each ; 4 to 5 feet, $1.00
each. White.—Balled, 3 to 4 feet, $1.00 each ; 4 to 5 feet, $1.50 each.
Swainsonia
Acacia-like foliage, produces flowers (which are pea-flower shaped) in sanesuls profusion, and for a very longtime. Pot
KENTIA FOSTERIANA. : i (See under head of Palms.) grown, white and pink, 25 cents each,
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Weronica Andersonii
Flowers bluish purple, spike-shaped, very abundant for a long period. Unsurpassed for bleak or exposed situations. Balled, 2 feet, 50 cents each. We also offer a variegated-leaved variety of the pre-
Yew, Irish Deep blackish green foliage; very erect growth. Much used in cemetery planting. Balled, 4 to 6
ceding, same size and price.
feet, $3.00 each.
Native California Trees
For description and price, see preceding pages. California Big Tree California Bay or Laurel California Nutmeg Cypress, Lawson
Cypress, Monterey
Libocedrus decurrens (Yellow or Incense Cedar.) Pine, Monterey.
Redwood
Desirable Deciduous Trees and Shrubs
Most of these being well known, and as our space is limited in this catalogue, we omit description.
All ave from open ground.
Almond, Double Red and Double White, 4 to 5 feet, 50 cents each.
Beech, European, 5 to 6 feet, 75 cents each.
Beech, Purple Leaved, 4 to 6 feet, $1.50 each.
Birch, European, White, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each. :
Birch, Purple Leaved, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each.
Blackberry, Large Double Flowering White, 2 to 3 feet, 50 cents each.
Broom, Spanish, 4 to 5 feet, 50 cents each.
Broom, Scotch, 2 to 3 feet, 30 cents each.
Butternut, 3 to 4 feet, 35 cents each.
Calycanthus floridus, 3 feet, 50 cents each.
Catalpa Bungei (Umbrella Catalpa), 6 feet, 75 cents each.
Catalpa Speciosa, 8 to 1o feet, 50 cents each.
Coral Plant, 4o cents each.
Deutzia, assorted, 4 to 5 feet, 35 cents each.
Elm, Cork Bark, 6 to 8 feet, 40 cents each; 8 to to feet, 50 cents each.
Elm, English or French, 8 to 1o feet, 50 cents each.
Elm, Huntingdon, 8 to ro feet, 50 cents each.
Hawthorn, Double White, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each.
Hawthorn, Paul’s Double Scarlet, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each ; 6 to 8 feet, 75 cents each.
slaw Sauer: Single Scarlet, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each.
Hawthorn, Single White, 4 to 6 feet, 35 cents each.
Horse Chestnut, White Flowering, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each.
Hydrangea, Large Paniculed, White Ftowered, 1% ra 2 feet, 25 cents each ; 2 to 3 feet, 35 cents each.
Laburnum, Golden Chain, 4 to 6 feet, 35 cents each,
Lemon Verbena, 2 to 3 feet, 35 cents each.
Lilac, Persian, 4 to 6 feet, 40 cents each.
Lilac, Purple, 3 to 4 feet, 25 cents each; 4 to6 feet, 35 cents each.
Lilac, White, 3 to 4 feet, 4o cents each.
Linden, American, 8 to to feet, 75 cents each. Linden, European, 8 to to feet, 60 cents each. Locust, Thorniless, 8 to ro feet, 50 ceuts each. Locust, Pink Flowering, 8 to to feet, 50 cents
each. Locust, Rose Flowering, 4 to6 feet, 50 cents each. Maiden Hair Tree, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each. Maple, Silver, 8to ro feet, 4o cents each. Maple, Weir’s Cut Leaved, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each. . Tock Orange, or Syringa, 3 to 4 feet, 35 cents
each.
Mountain Ash, European (Rowan Tree), 6 to 8 feet, 50 cents each.
Paulownia Imperialis, 6 to 8 feet, 50 cents each.
Peach, Flowering, Double White and Double Red, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each.
Plum, Purple Leaved, 5 to 6 feet, 40 cents each.
Poplar, Carolina, 6 to 8 feet, 30 cents each ; $2.50 per To.
Poplar, Lombardy, 6 to 8 feet, 30 cents each; $2.50 per Io.
Privet, Common; excellent for hedges; 4 to 5 feet, lo cents each; 75 cents per 10; $6.00 per roo.
Quince, Japan Flowering, Scarlet and White, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each.
Rhus Cotinus, (Smoke Tree), 5 to 7 feet, so cents each.
Snowball, 3 to 4 feet, 50 cents each.
Spireza, Double White, 4 to 5 feet, 25 cents each.
Sycamore, European, § to to feet, 50 cents each.
Taxodium distichum (Deciduous Cypress), 4 to 5 feet, 50 cents each.
Texas Umbrella Tree, 4 to 5 feet, 50 cents each; 5 to 6 feet, 60 cents each; 6 to 7 feet, 70 cents each,
Walnut, American Black, 6 to 8 feet, 35 cents each.
Willow, Golden, 3 to 4 feet, 25 cents each.
Weigelia, Rose Colored and White, 3 to 4 feet, 4o cents each.
Xanthoceras Sorbifolia, 4 to 6 feet, 75 cents each.
Deciduous Weeping Trees
Elm, Camperdown, 6 to 8 feet, $1.00 each. Laburnum, 6 to 8 feet, $1.50 each. Mountain Ash, 4 to 5 feet, 75 cents each. Mulberry, Tea’s, 6 to 8 feet, $1.50 each.
Willow, Common, 6 to 8 feet, 35 cents each. Willow, New © ..ierican, 5 to 6 feet, $1.00 each. Willow, Rims ‘.eaved, 8 to to feet, 50cents each.
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Desirable Vines and Climbers
Akebia quinata, pot grown, 4o cents each. Jasmine, Poeticum, open ground, 35 cents each.
Ampelopsis quinquefolia (Virginia Creeper), pot Madeira Vine, open ground, ro cents each. grown, strong, 35 cents each. Mandevillea Suaveolens (Chili Jasmine). Very
Ampelopsis Veitchii (Boston or Japan Ivy), pot sweet pure white Howers; pot grown, 35 and
50 cents each.
grown, strong, 25 cents each. Passion Vine, Blue, Flesh colored and White
Bignonia grandiflora (Trumpet Vine), open flowered, pot grown, 25 cents each.
ground, 35 cents each. Plumbago Capensis, Flowers lavender colored, Clematis. Good assortment. Pot grown. 75 pot grown, 35 cents each. ;
cents each. Roses, see Rose List.
Clianthus puniceus. Potgrown. 25 cents each. Solanum jasminoides (Potato Vine), pot grown, Honeysuckle, Belgian and Japan, open ground, 25 cents each.
25 cents each. : Wistaria.—These beautiful Japanese climbers we Ivy, English, pot grown, 50 cents each. recommend for general planting. The long, Ivy, Variegated, pot grown, 25, 35 and 50 cents grape-like clusters of flowers, sometimes 1% to
each. 2 feet long, borne very profusely, appear in early Jasmine, Catalonian, pot grown, 50 cents each, spring, and are truly a grand sight. The follow- Jasmine, Nudiflorum, open ground, 35 cents ing sorts, Double Purple, Single Purple and Sin-
each. gle White, open ground, s0 cents each Dracenas, Bamboos, Ete. Agave, American, the well-known Century Plant, Draczenas pot grown, 25 and 50 cents each. Australis, balled, 5 to 6 feet, $1.50 each. Agave, variegated, pot grown, 50 cents each. tla balled, 3 to pie $1.50 cae Arundo donax, variegated, open ground, 50 and re POS OME ae Stace ucla: 75 cents each. Pampas Grass Bamboo Large clumps, 50 cents each . Phormium (New Zealand Flax Falcata, balled, 4 to 6 feet, $1.00 each. Bianchi pete cs ee eae } Metake, balled, 4 to 6 feet, 75 cents each. Posy 5 : Viridis Striata, balled, 4 to 6 feet, $1.00 each. Wuecca Dasylirion longifolium, balled, $1.00 and $1.50 Baccata, balled, 1 to 1% feet, 50 cents each. each. Whipplei, balled, 1 to 1% feet, 50 cents each Palms — Areca Baueri (House Palm), 5-inch pots, 75 cents Erythea edulis (Guadaloupe Island Palm), each. (Hardy Palm.) The finest of the fan-leaved California Fan Palm (Hardy Palm), 1% to 2 shaped variety, 6-inch pots, $1.00 each; balled, feet, 50 cents each; 2 to 3 feet, $1.00 each ; 3 to 2 feet, $1.00 each.
Kentia (House Palm)
4 feet, $1.50 each; 4 to 5 feet, $2.00 each; all Balen, | Favorite for house culture; well furnished with Chamezrops (Hardy Palms) | gracefully recurved feather-shaped leaves.
Chamzrops Excelsa, Japan Fan Palm, q-inch | Kentia Belmoreana, 3-inch pots, qo cents each;
pots, 25 cts. each (by mail for 30 cts. each, post- | 5-inch pots, $1.00 each.
age paid by us); balled, 2 to 3% feet, $1.o0oeach. | Kemntia Fosteriama, 3-inch pots, 4o cents each. Chamzrops Humilis, dwarf-growing variety, very | Latania Borbonica (House Palm), 5-inch pots,
fine, balled, x foot, $1.00 each; 14 feet, j1.50 each. gt.coeach, Chamerops Nepalensis, superb sort, ofstiffhabit, | Phoenix Canariensis (Hardy Date Palm), 3-inch
pot grown, 1% feet, 75 cents each. | pots, 20 cents each ; 4-inch pots, 25 cents each; Corypha Australis (House Palm), 4 inch pots, balled, 2 to 3 feet, $2.00 each.
50 cents each. Pritchardia. See California Fan Palm.
Sago Palm, see Cycas. Washingtonia Sonorz (Hardy Palm), balled, 2 to 3 feet, $1.50 each.
Cycas Reyoluta (Sago Palm). We have a fine | lot of these from $1.50 to $5.00 each. | Date Palm, see Phcenix. @ Insect Powder Distributor, or Dry Powder Sprayer
The application of Paris Green and other poisons, mixed either in water or plaster, is laborious and expensive, and often unsatisfactory on account of uneven distribution, being in many places put on so strong that injury to the plant follows. By the use of this Insect Powder Distributor, this difficulty is over- come. as the insecticide is distributed so evenly and so effectively that it is hardly perceptible on the plants. A man walking at an easy gait can, with this distributor, easily do an acre in thirty or forty minutes. Full directions for use on each machine. Knowing that itis a good thing, to introduce it we will sendit, prE- PAID TO ANY ADDRESS FoR $5, and if unsatisfactory it may be returned, and money will be refunded, less cost of returning.
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SUNSET ROSE
Mme. Welch, pale yeliow, orange centre.
Marie Guillot, white, tinged yellow.
Marie Lambert, pale flesh.
Marie Van Houtte, white, tinged yellow, rose.
Mrs. Jessie Fremont, white.
Narcisse, lemon yellow, tinted rose.
NOTE —Will not be ready to ship until there has been sufficient rain to enable us to dig.
Price, s¢rong field-grown plants, 25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen. Please state if we can substitute, if necessary. Standard or “Tree’’ Roses, $1.00 each.
Tea or Ever Blooming
Amazone, yellow.
Annie Cook, delicate pink.
Belle Lyonnaise, lemon yellow.
Bon Silene, deep rose.
Bridesmaid, clear bright pink.
Catherine Mermet, clear shining pink.
Comtesse de Frigneuse, canary yellow.
Comtesse Julie Hunyadi, yellow tinged rose.
Cornelia Cook, creamy white.
Devoniensis, creamy white, rosy centre.
Devoniensis, Climbing, similar to preceding, and a strong rapid
grower.
Dr. Grill, coppery yellow tinged rose.
Duchesse de Brabant, soft silvery blush.
Duchess of Edinburgh, deep rosy crimson.
Elize Sauvage, yellowish white.
General Mertchansky, rosy flesh.
Gloire de Dijon, fawn, tinted salmon.
Golden Gate, tich creamy white.
Gold of Ophixy salmon and fawn.
Grace Darling, rose, shaded crimson.
Homer, rosy pink.
Hon; Edith Gifford, flesh color, tinted rose.
Isabella Sprunt, sulphur yellow.
La Nankeen, creamy white, shaded orange.
La Nuance, blush, tinged fawn.
Luciole, carmine rose, tinged yellow.
Mme. C. Guinosseau, golden yellow.
Mme, C. Jaubert, yellow.
Mme. de Watteville, yellow, tinged carmine and edged crimson.
Mme. Falcot, nankeen yellow. ,
Mme. Hoste, canary yellow.
Mme. L. Poitzeau, orange yellow.
Mme. Margottin, citron yellow.
Mme. Pauline Labonte, salmon rose. Niphetos, pure white. Niphetos, Climbing, a climbing sort of the preced-
ing.
bordered Papa Gontier, brilliant carmine. Perle des Jardins, deep yellow. Perle des Jardins, Climbing, a climbing sort of the
preceding.
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TEA OR EVER-BLOOMING ROSES—Continued
President, rosy crimson.
Rainbow, pink, splashed crimson.
Reine Marie Henriette, clear cherry red, good climber.
Safrano, buff, shaded yellow.
Shirley Hibbard, nankeen yellow.
Souvenir de Lady Ashburton, rich coppery red.
Souvenir d’ Espagne, coppery yellow, shaded rose.
Souvenir de Wootton, red; one of the best red
teas. Mybrid Tea Roses
Augustine Guinosseau (White LaFrance), white, with faint rose
tint. Cheshunt Hybrid, red, shaded violet, good climber. Duchess of Albany (Red La France), deep pink. La France, silvery pink. ;
Mme. A. Veysset (Striped La France), striped and shaded white.
Mme. Caroline Testout, brilliant satiny rose. Meteor, rich velvety crimson.
Mrs. W. C. Whitney, clear deep pink.
Reine Olga de Wurtemburg, brilliant scarlet red. White Lady, creamy white.
Mybrid Perpetual Roses
Do not bloom so continuously as the two foregoing classes
but are superior in color and fragrance.
Alfred Colomb, carmine crimson.
American Beauty, brilliant pink, shaded carmine. Anna Alexieff, superb rosy pink.
Anna de Diesbach, brilliant pink.
Baroness Rothschild, light rose, shaded pink. Black Prince, dark crimson, shaded black. Captain Christy, delicate flesh color, rosy centre.
Captain Christy, Climbing, a climbing sort of the preceding.
Cardinal Patrizzi, dark velvety crimson.
Dinsmore, deep crimson.
Duke of Edinburgh, vermillion.
Earl Dufferin, rich crimson, shaded maroon. Empereur de Maroc, rich, deep velvety maroon. Empress of India, dark brownish crimson.
General Jacqueminot, brilliant crimson.
Gloire de Margottin, dazzling red.
Gloire Lyonnaise, creamy white, yellowish centre. Glory of Waltham, brilliant crimson, fiery red centre.
Lady Helen Stewart, bright crimson.
Mabel Morrison, flesh color, changing to white.
Mme. Alfred Carriere, rich, creamy white.
Mme. Gabriel Luizet, glistening pink.
Marchioness of Lorne, rose, carmine centre.
Margaret Dickson, white, pale flesh centre.
Marshall P. Wilder, cherry carmine.
Mrs. John Laing, perhaps one of the loveliest pink roses ever introduced,
Souvenir d’un Ami, clear rose.
Sunset, rich golden yellow.
The Bride, ivory white.
The Queen, pure white.
Triomphe de Luxembourg, buff rose.
Valle de Chamonix, coppery yellow, shaded rosy blush.
Waban, bright pink.
White Bon Silene, creamy white.
W. F. Bennett, brilliant crimson.
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AUGUSTINE GUINOSSEAU.
Paul Neyron, deep rose.
Prince Camille de Rohan, deep velvety crimson,
Senator Vaisse, carmine crimson.
Ulrich Bruner, cherry red.
Vick’s Caprice, satiny pink, striped and splashed white and carmine.
Xavier Olibo, scarlet, shaded black.
Moss Roses.
Captain John Ingraham, dark velvety purple. Glory of Mosses, pale rose.
James Veitch, violet, shaded crimson. White Bath, white.
Noisette or Champney Roses. All strong growers, thus making excellent climbers.
Aimee Vibert, pure white. Celine Forestier, pale yellow. Claire Carnot, saffron yellow. Cloth of Gold, deep yellow. Lamarque, pure white.
L’Ideal, coppery rose ; most unique. Marechal Niel, deep golden yellow. Reeve d’Or, buff yellow.
W. A. Richardson, orange yellow.
Bourbon Roses.
Bertha Clavel, creamy white, rose centre ; contin- uous bloomers. Hermosa, bright rose.
Hermosa, Climbing. Mrs. Bosanquet, pale flesh color. Souvenir de la Malmaison, flesh color.
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Polyantha Roses, or Baby Roses. Of dwarf habit, flowers small and in clusters. Annie Marie de Montravel, pure white. Etoile d’Or, pale yellow, centre rich red. Clothilde Soupert, pinkish amber. M’lle Cecile Bruner, salmon pink. Crimson Rambler, bright crimson. Perle d’Or, nankeen yellow. Austrian Roses. The duration of bloom is short ; colors most unique.
Austrian Copper, yellow and red flowers on same | Harrison’s Yellow, golden yellow. bush. Persian Yellow, bright yellow.
Banksia Roses. These bloom during spring months only ; are strong, rapid growers. Banksia, white. Beauty of Glazenwood (San Rafael Rose), yel- Banksia, yellow. | lowish orange, bronze tinge. Japan, or Rugosa Roses. Remarkable for their dense, dark green foliage, and the purity of color of the flowers. Rugosa alba, single white. Rugosa alba plena, double white. Rugosa rubra, deep rose, tinged violet. Miscellaneous Roses. Agrippina (Bengal), rich dark crimson. Provence, rose color.
Cherokee, Single, white. Rosa Mundi (Gallica), white, striped with pink Coupe d’Hebe (Bengal), beautiful rose color. ‘ : ‘ ; ; James Sprunt (Bengal), rich crimson. Sweet Brier, foliage sweetly scented.
Musk Fringed, white. Wichuriana, or Memorial Rose, pure white.
Climbing Roses. _ For the convenience of our patrons we here enumerate, together, all the climbing roses ; the descrip- tion of each will be found in their respective classes. [NOTE.—H. P. means Hybrid Perpetual.]
Banksia, white (Banksia). Glory of Cheshunt (7. P.) «yellow ot Glory of Waltham BY
Beauty of Glazenwood (Banksia). Hermosa, Climbing (Bourdon).
Celine Forestier (JVozse/te). James Sprunt (JZsced/aneous).
Captain Christy, Climbing (4. P.) Lamarque (JVozseéée).
Cherokee, Single (J/iscel/aneous). L’ Ideal =
Cheshunt Hybrid (H. 7.) Marechal Niel ‘“‘
Claire Carnot (JVozsetfe). Niphetos, Climbing (Zea).
Cloth of Gold Oi Perle des Jardins, Climbing (7¢a).
Crimson Rambler (/olyantha), Reine Marie Henriette eS
Devoniensis, Climbing ( Zea). Reeve d’Or (Aozseéte).
Gloire de Dijon Os W. A. Richardson (/Voiseée).
Gloire de Margottin (7. P.) Wichuriana (J/iscellaneous).
List of Rose Novelties will appear in our General Plant Catalogue, which will be circulated about Christmas, in which will be included list and prices of Carnations and Chrsyanthemums.
MISCELLANEOUS PLANTS
Abutilon, assorted, 25 cents each.
Armeria (Sea Pink or Thrift), 15 cents each.
Aspidistra lurida, 5-inch pots, 50 cents each.
Banana, Abyssinian, 3 to 4 feet, $1.25 each.
Canaigre (new tanning plant), 10 cents per pound (if by mail add 8 cents per pound), $6.00 per 100 pounds.
Canna, French sorts, 25 cents each.
Fuchsia, assorted, 25 cents each, smaller plants ready later,
Geranium, “ 25 eke e Fs % %
Heliotrope, ‘ 25 ss YY SS sf oe eC
Hollyhock, 5-inch pots, 25 cents each.
Maiden Hair Fern, 5-inch pots, 4o ~ents each.
Marguerite, white and yellow, 25 cents each, smaller plants ready later.
Pzonia, Herbaceous, assorted, 30 cents each.
Peonia, Tree, assorted, $1.00 each.
Violets, assorted, including The California, 10 cents each, 75 cents per dozen. If by mail, add ro cents per dozen for postage.
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Fruits, Huts and Berries
bd Apples
Bismarck (New).—Price, 4 to 6 feet, 75 cents each. Bears fruit on two-year-old grafts. Finest quality, finest color; dwarf and extremely prolific. Most suitable apple for a hot climate, yet the hardiest known. Introduced from New Zealand.
Price of the following varieties, 4 to 6 feet, 25 cents each; $2.00 per Io. Summer Varieties.—American Summer Pearmain, Early Harvest, Gravenstein, Red Astrachan, Sweet
June.
Autumn Varieties.—Alexander, Fall Pippin, Golden Russet, Hoover, King of Tompkins Co., Red Bietigheimer, Rhode Island Greening.
Winter Varieties.—Arkansas Black, Baldwin, Esopus Spitzenberg, Lawver, Northern Spy, Smith’s Cider, Sweet Cider, White Winter Pearmain, Winesap, Yellow Bellflower, Yellow Newton Pippin.
Crab Apples.—Hyslop, Red Siberian, Transcendant, Yellow Siberian.
Pears
Price, on pear root, 4 to 6 feet, 25 cents each; $2.00 per Io. Summer Varieties.—Bartlett, Beurre Giffard, Clapp’s, Favorite, Jargonelle, Lawson or Comet, Madeline. Autumn Varieties.—Beurre, Bosc, Beurre Clairgeau, Beurre d’Anjou, Beurre Diel, Beurre Hardy, Dana’s Hovey, Idaho, Kieffer’s Hybrid, Seckel. } Winter Varieties.—Easter Beurre, Forelle or Trout, Glout Morceau, P. Barry, Winter Nelis. Pear on Quince Root.—Price, 3 to 5 feet, 25 cents each; $2.00 per Io: Bartlett, Beurre Diel, Easter Beurre, P. Barry, Seckel, Winter Nelis.
Cherries
Lambert (New), 4 to 5 feet, 35 cents each. A regular and heavy bearer, of large size and good quality ; the color is a deep rich red, flesh firm, flavor unsurpassed. Ripens two weeks later than Napoleon Bigarreau.
Price of the following varieties, 4 to 6 feet, 25 cents each ; $2.00 per Io: Bing, Black Tartarian, California Advance, Centennial, Early Purple Guigne, English Morello, Governor Wood, Great Bigarreau, Lewelling, May Duke, Napoleon Bigarreau (Royal Ann), Olivet.
Plums Wickson and Tennant (New).—Price, 4 to 6 feet, 35 cents each.
Price of the following varieties on Myrobolan root, 4 to 6 feet, 25 cents each ; $2.00 per 10: Bradshaw, Bur- bank, Cherry Plum, Clyman, Damson, Duane’s Purple, Early Golden Drop, Greengage, Imperial Gage, Kelsey Japan, Peach Plum, Quackenboss, Royal Hative, Simon, Satsuma, Washington, Yellow Egg.
Prunes
Giant (New).—Price, 4 to 6 feet, 35 cents each; $3.00 per Io. Each fruit averages 114 to 2 ounces in weight, is very sweet and fine in texture. The flesh is honey yellow, the skin dark crimson upon a yel- low ground. Tree astrong grower and immense croper.
Imperiale Epineuse (thorny).—Price, 3 to 5 feet, on Myrobolan root, 35 cents each; $3.00 per 10. Un- doubtedly the finest Prune of the regular drying class yet introduced in this State. It is large and uni- form in size, very sweet and of high flavor ; the skin is thin and of a reddish purple when green; when dried, coal black. It is from this variety the dried prune coming to this country in fancy packages, labeled, “Imperiale” ismade. As a fresh fruit it cannot be surpassed. The tree is a regular and heavy bearer, and is a strong, stocky, rapid grower.
Price of the following varieties on Myrobolan root, 4 to 6 feet, 25 cents each; $2.00 perro: Bulgarian, German, Golden, French, Robe de Sargent, Silver, Tragedy.
Peaches
Triumph (New).—Price, 4 to 6 feet, 35 cents each ; $3.00 per Io. Earliest Ye/low freestone known, ripens same time as Alexander (a white peach). The fruit is large, small pit, skin yellow, nearly covered with red, dark crimson in the sun ; flesh light yellow, and of excellent flavor. The tree blooms late, and is asure and abundant bearer.
Price of the following varieties, 4 to 6 feet, 25 cents each; $2.00 per 10. (Ripening nearly in order named. )
Freestone Varieties.—Briggs’ May, Alexander, Governor Garland, Yellow St. John, Imperial, Hale’s Early, Strawberry, Foster, Early Crawford, Mary’s Choice, Morris White, Wheatland, Newhall,
Late Crawford, Muir, Susquehanna, Picquet’s Late, Salway. ; j Clingstone Varieties.—Tuscan, Blood, ‘Chinese, Lemon, Sellers, Golden, Runyon’s Orange, Nichol’s Orange, McKevitt’s, California, Heath, Phillips’, McDevitt’s, Henrietta.
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Apricots
Price on peach root, 4 to 5 feet, 25 cents each; $2.00 per Io.
Blenheim, Early Moorpark, Hemskirk, Large
Early Montgamet, Luizet, Moorpark, Newcastle, Peach, Royal, Spark’s Mammoth, St. Ambroise. The following varieties we can supply on Myrobolan root: Blenheim, Hemskirk, Moorpark, Royal.
Nectarines
Price, 4 to 6 feet, 25 cents each; $2.00 per 10. Advance, Boston, Early Newington, Golden, Humboldt,
Lord Napier, New White, Victoria.
Quinces
Price, 4 to 5 feet, 25 cents each; $2.00 per 10. Apple or Orange, Champion, Portugal, Rea’s Mammoth.
Figs
Price, 4 to 5 feet, 50 cents each. Brunswick, California Black, Early Violet, Monaco Bianco, Ronde Noir, San Pedro, White Ischia, White Smyrna, White Adriatic.
Almonds
Price, 4 to 6 feet, 25 cents each, $2.00 per 10. Commercial, Drake’s Seedling, I. X. L., Languedoc, La Prima, Lewelling, Ne Plus Ultra, Nonpareil, Paper Shell, Sultana.
Chestnuts
American Sweet, 3 to 4 feet, 50 cents each. Italian or Spanish, 4 to 6 feet, 4o cents each ; Japan Mam-
moth, grafted, 3 to 4 feet, 50 cents each.
The following grafted sorts, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each: Early Maron, Maron de Lyon, Maron Combale,
Noir Hative, Numbo.
Filberts
Price, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each. Cosford Nut, Dwarf Prolific, Macrocarpa, Nottingham Prolific, Prolific Cob, Purple-Leaved.
Pecan
Price, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each.
Pistachio Nut
Price, 3 to 4 feet, 50 cents each.
Walnuts
American Black, 6 to 8 feet, 35 cents each.
California Black, 6 to 8 feet, 35 cents each.
English, 4 to 6 feet, 35 cents each.
Przparturien, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each.
sibs Barbara Soft Shell, 4 to 6 feet, 30 cents each.
The following varieties, grafted on English, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each: <A. Bijou, Chaberte, Franquette, Vourey.
Oranges and Lemons Oranges. Price, balled, 4 to 5 feet, $1.50 each. -Joppa, Maltese Blood, Mandarin, Med, Sweet, Valencia Late, Washington Navel.
Lemons. Price, balled, 4 to 5 feet, $1.50 each. Eureka, Lisbon, Villa Franca.
Pomelos (Grape Fruit) Price, balled, 3 to 5 feet, $1.50 each.
Limes
Mexican, pot grown, 1 foot, 35 cents each.
Persimmons
Japanese, grafted, 3 to 4 feet, 35 cents each.
Pomegranates Price, 3 to 4 feet, 35 cents each. Sweet Fruited
and Subacid. Carob
Price, 3-inch pots, 1 foot, $1.00 each.
Hovenia Dulcis
Price, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each
Loquats
Large Fruited, balled, 3 to 4 feet, 75 cents each. Seedlings, balled, 3 to 4 feet, 50 cents each,
Medlar
Nottingham, 50 cents each.
Mulberries
Downing’s Everbearing, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each. Lick’s American, 4 to 6 feet, 75 cents each. Persian, 3 to 5 feet, 75 cents each
Olives
Price, 4 to 6 feet, 50 cents each, $4.00 per 10. Columella, Macrocarpa, Manzanillo, Mission, Nevadillo Blanco, Polymorpha, Oblonga, Regalis, Rubra, Uvaria.
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Grape Vines
Foreign Varieties. Price, 20 cents each, $1.00 per to. Black Ferrara, Black Morocco, California or Mission, Cornichon, Flame Tokay, Muscat of Alexandria, Muscat Hamburg, Rose of Peru, Sultana, Thompson’s Seedless, White Sweetwater, Zante, Zinfandel.
American Varieties. Price, 25 cents each. Catawba, Concord, Delaware, Isabella, Moore’s Early, Pock-
lington, The Pierce, Worden, Wyoming Red.
SMALL FRUITS
Currants
Price, I year, Io cents each, 75 cents per 10. Black Grape, Cherry, Fay’s -Prolific, Gondoin Red, White Dutch, White Grape.
Gooseberries Berkeley, 1 year, 15 cents each; $1.00 per Io. Ehampionyer-~*ye a5, it « Priooly ro. Downmeg, 1‘ 20 “* > $1.50) - ** sro: Houghton, 1 “‘ 20 ‘“ cy $1.50) “> 10: Blackberries
Price, 10 cents each ; 50 cents per 10. Crandall’s Early, Early Harvest, Evergreen, Kittatiny, Lawton, Wilson Junior.
Dewberry (Lucretia)
15 cents each, $1.00 per Io.
Raspberries Red Varieties. Price, ro cents each ; 50 cents per 1o. Cuthbert, Hansell, Herstine, Marlboro,
Thompson’s Early. Yellow Varieties. per to. Carolina, Antwerp. Black Cap Varieties. Price, 15 cents each; $1.00 per1o. Gregg, Mammoth Cluster, Ohio.
The Logan Berry (Strawberry Raspberry). Price, 30 cents each ; 35 cents each if by mail.
Japan Wineberry Price, 20 cents each; if by mail, 25 cents each.
Strawberries
Price, 50 cents per 10; $2.00 per 100. Captain Jack, Longworth’s Prolific, Parker Earle, Saunders, Sharpless, Wm. Parry, Wilson’s Albany.
Price, 15 cents each; $1.00 Golden Queen, Yellow
Parties desiring larger lots than quoted above, will please state quantity required. We
will then make special prices.
a= While we aim to have all our fruit trees true to name, and hold ourselves ready, on
proper proof, to replace, free of charge, all stock that may prove untrue to label, or to refund amount originally paid by the customer, it is mutually understood and agreed between the purchaser and ourselves that our guarantee of genuineness shall not make us liable for any sum greater than that originally paid us for such stock as may prove untrue.
e DISTANCES FOR PLANTING
Standard Apples. .... 20to25ft.aparteachway | Apricots........ 25 to 30 ft. apart each way Standard Pears ..... BOLO 25 t ee et Grapes i25. Yon) SA Ly tORO Ries io - Strong-growing Cherries . 20to25 ‘“* “ “ EE Currants and Gooseberries .......- 4 by 6.
ree FAipeargct . .3to 4 by 5to7. .1to 1 by 4tos5. .1 to 2 ft. apart.
Raspberries and Blackberries . Strawberries for field culture Strawberries for garden culture. .
Dukeand Morello Cherries 18 to 20 ‘‘ Standard Plumsand Prunes 18 to 20 ‘‘ Peaches and Nectarines_ . 18to20 “
NUMBER OF TREES OR PLANTS ON AN ACRE AT GIVEN DISTANCES APART
———NUMBER OF PLANTS——~\
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7-—-NUMBER OF PLANTS —— = 2 A DISTANCE APART Square Equilateral DISTANCE APART Square _Equilateral
EACH WAY. Method. Triangle Method. EACH WAY. Method, ‘Triangle Method. THODE,,.. 2inz ome helo 43,560 50, 300 14 feet. a... 4 <ta 20. 222 256 pif mens ire Peat 10,890 12,575 Tie ERA Ae AD be a 193 222 B.S tye Re. ah nes 4,840 5,889 TG. 5 sac eo 170 195 A, en eae Oe 2,722 3,130 THe Ss 4 eee Nas 134 154 ee Aa Es os sl 1,742 2,011 ZO ECS ee ees 109 125 GHite cor while hha 1,210 1,397 aps" | ccmrmemitere 2 ve go 104 (pe See eee 807 928 BAER tee es. ae 75 86 Bei lads ae uibaRee eras 680 785 25 geen Ncaeaiees 69 79 OMe nimicg epitirs mei Cieist 537 620 ETO Rc) a SAS) or 3 48 55 1X) Lge ee ee . 435 502 ght SEIT a tones bat 35 40 TAOS) Ss Seep 302 348 HOUSE vs) mye chMeeed ot + 27 31
RULE —Square Method. —Multiply the distance in feet between the rows by the distance the plants are apart in the rows, and the product will be the number of square feet for each plant or hill, which, divided into the number of feet in an acre (43,560), will give the number of plants or trees tothe acre. |
RULE—Equilateral Triangle [ethod.—Divide the number required to the acre “square method by the decimal .856. The result will be the number of plants required to the acre by this method.
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SPECIAL
Things Needed about the Home FOR POULTRY
To go by Mail (Prepaid by Us)
Anti=Vermin Marbles, for use in nests to prevent and destroy vermin ..%:...... . Per box, 25c. Buhach, Insect Powder -.0e%so5 «late ecec eo. eMac) ce eee eee 4-02. tins, 25c.; 8-oz., 4oc.; 1 lb., 75¢. Croley’s Roup Pills. A tonic pill goodinall diseases. .........-.. . «2 Peribox, 50c: Poultry Markers. Small size for chicks; large foradultfowls ...........4... . Each, 25¢. Re-tested Incubator Thermometers. All glass,or wood-mounted ............ Each, $1.00 BOOKS ON POULTRY Croley’s Egg Record. For one year’s record. Simple and useful. ..... Each, toc.; per doz., $1.00 American Standard of Perfection (American Poultry Association) ............... T.00 Philosophy of Judging Fowls (companion toabove) .. ... 2... ee ee ee ee ee tt $1.00 Pratt’s Poultry Pointers. A book of ready reference... .... 1... 52.5120 0s cues 50c. To go by Express (Purchaser to Pay Charges) LCV 2) Aten,” AO De ie OSS. wurst | Uk hrc gio ee 1-lb, tins, 75c.; 6-lb. tins, $3.00 Galifonniatinsect Powder: 35- (0 Sago ete ee ca io el NR ete aeeie Co? sts) is whe’ «! Damen Per Ib., 50c. Retsian Insect POWOeR tran came tong lyse shia ie Ee ee et cst =, oeaeeaES eo 5Oc. Croley’s California Poultry Remedy ............. Small size, each, soc. ; large size, $1.00 Bs Ego RO0d). cp che tem Rica’ «leases aaa ‘s 1-lb. tins, 25¢.; 2-Ib., 4oc.; 5-lb., 75c.; 10-lb., $1.50 ui Meat ihe “A” quality, 25-lb. bags, $1.00; 50-lb. bags, $2.00. ‘‘B’’ quality, 25-lb. bags, 75c.; 5o-lb., $1.25. se Small Chick Mixture......... Per Ib., 5¢.; 25 lbs., $1.15 ; 50 lbs., $2.10; 100 lbs., $4.06
Re Hen Teeth. Three sizes. Fine for chicks. Medium and coarse (half size of corn), 21%4-lb. package, toc.; ro-lb., 30c.; 25-lb., 65c. Kill-’em-off. Unexcelled vermin exterminator. A liquid to be diluted with roo parts water. Trial size, 25¢.; I-quart can, 50c.; I-gal.,. $1.50. Pratt’s Poultry Food. Makes poultry healthy, profitable and prolific. 26-oz. package, 25c.; 5-lb., 6oc. Fisher hin) Esowhester,withiampicomplete’. <5 Wikveres. va sown siesta . seuecunieeil a cee $1.50 Perfection Clover Cutter. Cuts alfalfa, clover or grass for fowl
To go by Freight (Purchaser Pays Charges) Pure Raw Bone [teal (nearly as fine as flour). Per 100-lb. bag, $2.50. Granulated (half size of corn), per too-lb. bag, $2.50.
SCA SMEUS Ee cist, peek te ak oe sale Bags contain 80 to roo Ibs , each, 5oc.; 10 bags, $3.00; 20 bags, $5.00
FOR PIGEONS
By Mail (We Pay Postage) NowG Pills fordtooping andiweak pigeansys. sis0ma gle... 5. . «1s « «4 Per box, 5oc. No mlOsPills: for going lightipigeonsy games iin y < s-» %, «0s «nda eee My 50c.
By Express (Purchaser Pays Charges) Salt Cat. For confined pigeons, to supply natural requirements ............ 2-lb. brick, 50c.
FOR DOGS By Mail (We Pay Postage) THE ANGLO-AMERICAN REMEDIES—GUARANTEED TO CURE
Distemper Capsules ......, Per box, 5oc. Eye Wash Tablets ....... Per box, 5oc. Tonic Condition Capsules ... , + 50¢. Canker Wash Tablets ...... y 5oc. Cure for Fits Capsules ... . , § 50¢. Mange Cure (paste). ....... Per tin, 5oc. Worm Capsules ......... cs 50c. Kennel Salve.< ......... uf 25¢. Blood Purifying Capsules... . ¥ 50c. Doe. Sodpeernn .° 4 osc Per cake, 25c. Diarrhoea Capsules. ....... “ 50c.
: ¢ By Express (Purchaser Pays Charges) Kenneline. Linament for rheumatism, sprains, etc. .................. Per bottle, 50c.
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For the convenience of purchasers unacquainted with the most desirable sorts, and to better introduce our fall specialties in the line of Bulbs, we offer the following collections. We could not afford to offer such values were it not for the fact that we are large importers, thus obtaining the goods at first cost.
COLLECTION " 3 Hyacinths 10 Tulips A Wf 6 Narcissus 10 Freesias 10 Crocuses 6 Spanish Iris 5 $1.00 ; K 6 Buttercup Oxalis 6 Snowdrops y mail postpaid = 4 Hyacinths 10 Tulips COLLECTION | 40 Narcissus 10 Freesias B 10 Crocuses 10 Buttercup Oxalis 10 Snowdrops 10 Spanish Iris i neon r 10 Ixias 5 Jonquils Big alae: 1 St. Joseph Lily 10 Gladioli COLLECTION C ( Comprises both above collections, and is only sent by \ express at purchaser’s expense. $2.50
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