Historic, archived document Do not assume conten reflects current scientific knowledge, policies, or practices. A <4 : ae 4 ee eee Tote eee eas ohns RAL phate a ey LO U ea HILDS ROCALLIS JOHN | REGAL HEME COLEUS TRAILING p QUEEN E PAGS SEE er Se ecrecrtor he serpent et err tn rd ft i ni | a mone so, eration nigger sete era saanenabaiieds ' Ruosuiatsdeantaggcanannignafiixins suasinastaiysad esate eben shades deed dan eta gh eta Liason nn al oti volgen yn ileus useenontsomon seven. seen temerrtererr rr my psp tesla a Netra Fg sn AP EANN A SEAT SAE TAO OMAR RINE SIRS A bese loseny on nk ah andhin at wapobamdentongeansia!caninooe gyre igor tye ABOUT ORDERING WE DELIVER THE GOODS—PREPAID WHAT WE DO We Take the Risk—We guaraniee that all money sent us shall reach is, if sent by Post Office or Express Com- pany’s Money Order, Bank Drafts, Bills or Coin by Reg- istered Letters. We will not be responsible for coin sent in ordinary letters, or for postage stamps. Free by Mai! or Express—wWe send Seeds, Bulbs and Plants free by parcel post or express at the prices named in this Catalog, except where otherwise stated. This brings them to the very doors of our customers without trouble or expense. Of course. We must have the privilege of sending either by parcel post or express, as we deem best and cheapest. When buyer asks that goods be sent only by express we do not prepay the charges, but larger and SS better plants, shrubs, << : etc., can be sent that Way—and we add ex- - tras to help out in costs. .s% WE GUARANTEE that every packege we send out shall reach its destination in good con- dition, and that every- thing shall be received exactly as ordered, and if not we must be noti- fied at once. If a pack- age is lost, or any of its contents injured on the way, we will send again. We cannot, how- ever, be responsible for losses caused by deten- tion by customs offi- cials of foreign coun- tries. | | | | k WHAT BUYERS SHOULD DO Forward Wioney with the order, and at our risk wher sent by Post Office Money Order on Floral Park; bills or coin, by Registered Letter; Bank Draft or Express Com- pany’s Money Order. Post Office Money Orders are the cheapest and the safest method for remitting. We earnestly request our patrons to remit by Money Order if possible. Stamps and Coin—Do not sent postage payment for goods if it can be avoided. The loss is great. Coin, when sent in letters should be sewed or pasted up in strong paper or cloth, to prevent its break- ing through the envelope. We will not be responsible for coin sent us except in Registered Letter, nor for Stamps. : Write Your Order plainly and distinctly by itself and not mixed up with any- thing else you may wisk to say.. Be sure te write your NAME and ADDRESS _ plainly. IMPORTANT—It oc- Casionally happens that an order is lost in com- ing to us, or the goods in going to the cus- tomer; therefore, if any who order do not hear from us within a rea- sonable length of time, they should send a du- Dlicate order, naming the date on which the former one was sent and the amount of money enclosed, and in What form. This will enable us to. investi- gate and fill the dupli- Cate at once. Stamps in Our Great Surprise Collection MANY DOLLARS WORTH OF FINE BULBS, ETC., FOR $1.60. We are obliged to grow and import enormous stocks of all kinds of Plants and Bulbs, generally more than is necessary, to make sure of having enough. tomers, giving them four or five times the cost value. one gets for the money paid. 1 L . It is our custom after the heavy fall business is over. in November to take this surplus stock of various good things, make it into ‘Surprise’ Collections, and offer them to our cus- C In fact, the ‘Surprise’ is the great amount of fine things J : These collections cannot be sent out until November entirely of our own selection, from kinds of which we have a surplus: 10th, or after, and will be No collection will be made up for less than One Dollar ($1.00) by Mail Postpaid, or One Dollar and a Half ($1.50) by Express or Parcel Post, prepaid, and from that up to any amount the purchaser may desire. We advise our friends to invest one dollar of more in this collection. We guarantee that they will be greatly pleased. " Our 1920 Catalog of Seeds, Bulbs, Plants Will make a large book, elegantly illustrated and with numerous colored plates, devoted: to SEEDS, both flower and vegetable, all the best novelties and standard varieties; also BULBS and PLANTS, such as Summer -flowering. Bulbs, Hardy Perennials, Window and Bedding Plants, Roses, Ornamental Shrubs, etc., and rare new Fruits. We are the largest growers of Gladioli, Cannas, Lilies, etc., in the world. This catalog will be sent free to all who apply. Customers will receive it without applying. Address all orders, ete. : JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, Inc., Floral Park, N. Y. 2 Joun Lewis Cuixps, Inc., Frorat Park, N. Y. A HARDY OR HOLLAND BULBS ARDY, or HOLLAND BULBS, are most deservedly popular. in the flower zarden they have wrested two months of each year from Winter’s stern grasp. Before the last snowdrift has melted, Crocus appear, closely followed by a score of others that have made the name “Spring Flowers’ synonymous with beauty and fragrance. Indoors they have won equal triumph. The place of honor once held by the tender Geranium and Begonia belongs now to the Hardy Bulbs, that, while enduring the most hardships and extremes, are at the same time the most beautiful, fragrant, and the most certain to bloom. Culture in the Garden Buibs are especoially valuable for outdoor planting, as they bloom at a time when the garden is utterly desti- tute, and make it gay and attractive. Crocus appear as soon as the snow is away, and are quickly followed by Hyacinths, Narcissus, Tulips, ete. The display which a a few of these bulbs make in the early spring is indeed charming, and they are always appreciated more than any other class. of flowers, for they come When most needed. _ The many forms and rich and varied colors of-the Tu- lip make this bulb one of the most important of all gar- den flowers for a gay and dazzling display. For del- cate fragrance and refined beauty and grace, the Nar- cissus, With its great variety of form and charming colors iS always admired and is one of the most pleasiny of all bulbous plants. Of Hyacinths we need not speak, for they are well Known: their large round spikes of bloom in a garden or window lend a charm which no other plant can rival. No elass of flowers are so easy to grow or surer to bloom than bulbs, and it is an es- tablished fact that they always surprise those who plant them by proving much better than one unacquainted with them €an imagine. For garden culture, bulbs do not require @ very rich soil and are easily cared for. Plant in September, Oc- tober or November. Late in the fall the beds can be cov- ered with leaves or other coarse litter, which should be removed early in spring. After the bulbs are through flowering, the leaves soon turn yellow and die, and are then ripe. enough to be _ taken up and stored away for planting again in the fail, leaving the beds to be filled with other plants for the summer display, or, if de- sired, they can be left in the beds the whole year. PREPARATION OF BEDS—Spade up So that the beds will be a little higher than the surface, so that water will readily drain off. If the soil is poor, add a liberal quantity of well-rotted manure. TIME TO PLANT—September and October are the best months for planting bulbs in the garden. Set them from one to six inches apart according to variety or size, and from one to three inches deep. PROTECTION—After planting, the beds should be covered with leaves, straw or other coarse litter (as a mulch or protection), which should be removed when the bulbs start in early spring. This is not necessary to save the bulbs for most kinds are perfectly hardy in any situation without protection, but it is most advisable to do it, for it preserves the vitality of the bulbs to a great extent, and when in bloom you can notice that those which were protected will do twice as well as those which were not. bet Oe ee ea oS Oe * ‘The Most Loved Flowers are those that come early in spring after a dreary winter. With what delight do we observe the first Crocus, then come the sweet Jonquils, exquisite Narcissus, brilliant Tulips and stately Hya- cinths. These make our Jawns and gardens as attractive and as interesting in March, April and May @s in July and August, When once planted they are good for years without further trouble To have them next spring in all their glory they must be planted this fall.. Make up your order at once before it is too long neglected and too late, - bringing them out to bloom. They should, however, be bs . be set away in the cellar and allowed to dry out. Culture for Winter Biooming Bulbs are the most important winter bloomers for window culture. They are the easiest cared for of all flowers, and absolutely sure to bloom abundantly Ger- aniums or Roses may, from some cause, fail, but bulbs never. Nothing is more pleasing or cheerful during a dreary winter than a few pots filled with Hyacinths, Tulips, Crocus, Narcissus, Freesias, Oxalis, Lilies, Cal-_ ohortus, Iris, ete., displaying their brilliant colors and emitting their delightful fragrance for weeks. : The following is & list of the most desirable bulbs for winter blooming, being of the easiest culture, and are sure to produce the most satisfactory results: HYACINTHS CROCUS -FREESIAS CALLA IRIS TULIPS NARCISSUS IXTAS SPARAXIS OXALIS JONQUILS | ORNITHOGALUM SACRED LILY ANEMONES RANUNCULUS — LILLIUM HARRISHI LILIUM. CANDIDUM Their culture is simple. They ean be potted during September, October, or November, watered well and set away in a cellar or any cool dark place to make roots, — when after remaining for our six weeks, or as much — longer as desired, they can be brought out for blooming ~ We earnestly_advise potting the bulbs as early as pos- — sible, especially if flowers are desired as early as New — Year’s, for the longer time they have to make roots the better they will bloom. By bringing out a few pots a& different times a succession of bloom can be kept up all winter. If they are kept in a cool place while in bloom the flowers will keep perfect a long time. For the bene- — fit of those who desire more explicit cultural directions, — Wwe give it here in detail. Sp) TIME TO PLANT—Buibs can be planted from Sep- tember to December, and some kinds even later, but thane. earlier, the better will be the results, especially if — desired for early blooming. Plant in September or Oc- tober if possible. . 3 i ny PLANTING—in planting, set the bulbs just below the — surface of the soil, so that they will be entirely covered, _ and when the roots start they are apt to lift the bulb. aie ae AFTER PLANTING—They should be well watered and 4 A Sera s is best, for it is desirable that they should be kept moist __ and as cool as possible, hence a warm, dry place is | ; | a good one. Water them from time to time as the soil becomes dry. They should remain in this position at least four weeks, and as much longer as possible, it be- — #. “ps Lo ing desirable that they should have good roots before brought out when vigorous top growth sets in. ein BLOOMING—When brought from the cellar or store- room the pots or bulbs should be placed in @ light, sunny window. See that they are watered frequently — and have as much fresh air as possible. Keep them free — : from dust, and when in bloom they will last much longer kept in a cool atmosphere than in a hot one. = Aap Sag ir oe TREATMENT AFTER BLOOMING—After the bulbs ar through blooming, if one has the room or convenience, it is best to Jet them remain in the pots where are for a few weeks to mature their buds, They can Stee OST dealers refused to im- port Holland and French bulbs last fall, it being evident that under existing conditions there was nothing to gain and . much to lose by issuing a fall Bulb catalog. The prospects of being able to get any bulbs at all from Europe was doubtful, while the excessive cost of the bulbs, ‘marine insurance, freight and duty left no chance for profit, but a-great chance for - loss. As we have been supplying our patrons Fall Bulbs for nearly forty years, we felt it was our duty to do everything in our power to supply them last year. Our shipments _ from our growers in Holiand came by way = of England, and reached us about October 20th, six weeks later than usual. French : ee. bulbs, which should have been in by Septem- = ber Ist, were delayed by a torpedoed steamer, and did not reach us until October 26th. With _ two months of accumulated orders, in size and numbers, breaking all previous records, and still pouring in with undimished volume, we felt “swamped,” but we got all orders filled, and shipped, by the middle of Novem- . ber, in ample time for planting. Our strong and thorough organization for this work be made it possible. - We apologize for the delays that were un- ‘eee, and for the shortage in many _ items, owing to the unprecedented demand. _ And, possibly, owing to rush work, some orders may not have been executed wath our a usual care and accuracy. It was a mighty ____ task, as we were severely crippled, not only for lack of sufficient good labor, but from = effects: of the influenza epidemic, but it is "gratifying to know that our customers got their bulb supply as usual. As a’ rule, the Ry e-3 y sent out, but ee were the best it was a is Se ae ees We Anemones, Ranunculus, Spanish .Freesias, Camassia, etc., and as largest growers in America of bulbs were not so large and fine as we have ver, on hand an American grown 6 < fg Sp ALLE AIA RABLE EEE EOL EEE SALON OL LEE SA = 2 ay ‘ CHILDS’ SELECT.-HYACINTHS Beyond doubt the Hyacinth is the Queen. of Spring. Its hardiness, ease of culture, and certainty to bloom would alone insure popularity, but it has the additional merit of being one of the most decorative and-ornamental of ‘plants. Its massive spikes of-waxen flowers are of the most perfect. shape and most delicious fragrance, while its colors sport into a hundred shades, tints and. blend- ings. Out of the long lists of Holland growers we have chosen the very cream of ail varieties, either for pot or garden culture. E Culture—tThis is one of the simplest, either for pots or open ground. See page 2 for general directions. The only special precautions necessary are (1) to give Wyacinths in pots a long enough sojourn in the dark to make good roots, and (2) on bringing them to the light to avoid placing double or heavy spiked sorts in the di- rect sunlight at first, as this causes the buds to unfold so Yapidly that the topmost ones of the spike get wedged in the neck of the bulb. ; MIXED HYACINTHS Our mixed Hyacinths are not ordinary stock, but fine, large bulbs, which will give magnificent bloom either in the house or garden. | Per doz. Per 100 Single Mixed (all colors) extra fine....... $1.00 $7.00 Double Mixed (all colors) extra fine...... 1.00 7.00 Pompon Mixed (all colors) double and single .70 5.00 Dutch Early Roman Hyacinths (all colors).. 1.25 9.00 MIXED NAMED HYACINTHS UNDER COLOR SINGLE WHITE DOUBLE WHITE SINGLE RED DOUBLE RED SINGLE PINK DOUBLE PINK SINGLE YELLOW DOUBLE YELLOW SINGLE BLUE DOUBLE BLUE 45c each; the 10 for $1.25; or, any coior, $1.25 per doz.; $9.00 per 100. _ ey) Obelisque—Fine pure yellow. ~] ~ King Al : : % cd PDaar immense compact spike. ~A variety that will please eggisition. Laurens Koster—A deep, dark, rich blue of unusual clear- B 1e— This is_an exceptional shade of a clear pure lue; quite. distinct from other ‘blue Hyacinths. russ and bells are of fine large size and very Jc each; any 3 for $1.00; the 9 for $2.75 Fait Catratoc or Plants AND Buxss For 1919 pot culture, ee 30 BEST. SINGLE HYACINTH _ These are the finest sorts for pots or gardens, and the bulbs offered are every one a-selected large size that will give magnificent results. Ze Bismarck—Light sky-blue. Very early. Blanchard—Pure white, long compact spike. Very early. Dr. Lieber—A very early bloomer, compact spike and medium blue color. Extra fine in every way. Enchantress—Pale porcelain, tinted lilac, white center. Very fine spike. Gen. Pelissier—Fine truss; very early, splendid scarlet. Gen. Vetter—Pure white, large spike. Gertrude—Tall, with heavy spikes of extra large flowers of a distinct shade of lilac-pink, running to silver-rose, Striped carmine. Extra fine. Gigantea—Thick spikes and large bells of a beautiful flesh color. One of the grandest sorts. Grand WMaitre—A most beautiful sort. Large spikes of handsor-c biush-white bells. Few so fine as this. Haydn—Distinct mauve; splendid large compact spike. Johan—Fine porcelain blue... Extra large. King of the Blues—An enormous, compact spike of _bleom of deep indigo-blue color. One of the finest. ee or Yellows—Bright yellow. Extra large spike and ells. L’innocence—Pure white, extra large truss. ficent variety in all respects. Magni- ba Franchise—A magnificent variety. Large, long spikes of blush-white blossoms, turning afterward to snowy- white; petals very broad, and flowers of great sub- stance, measuring two inches across. La Grandesse—Finest single white. Very large spikes and beils. Color, clear, waxy-white. - La Victorie—Brilliant scarlet-red; very fine spike. Ex- tra showy. Eord Balfour—Lilac tinged violet. Very large and extra ne. sive, Maedloy . Buighy red, striped rose; large, compact SPIKG ss ocx - Menelik—Purple-black; a wonderfully odd, rich and at- tractive color and variety. : Moreno—Beautiful pink, very age and extra early. arge. Pieneman—A magnificent sort with enormous sky-blue _ bells, arranged in graceful spikes of great size. Pink Perfection—Splendid large pink. Prince of Wales—Dark blue, shaded violet, white eye. Distinct and fine. Princess Marie Sophia—Earliest pink. Queen of the Blues—Enormous spikes; one Of the very largést. Beautiful light blue with silvery appearance. Queen of Pinks—Lovely pink, extra large and fine. -Bril- liant color and long spikes. “g ; Rubra Maxima—Extra large, pale rose. Vuurbaak—Deep brilliant crimson. Fine large spike. Select Bulbs of Mammoth Size—30c each; any 4 for $1.60; $2.85 per doz. 12 BEST DOUBLE HYACINTHS Double Hyacinths are not cinsidered to be as good for pots as single sorts, and for that reason are not so popu- jar. There are a few varieties, however, that are as easily flowered in winter as any of the singles—and here they are. All select bulbs, grown especially for winter- blooming, for which purpose each variety here offered is a real gem. Please remember that.these bulbs are extra large and strong. =. - -— Albert—Deep rose, fine compact spike. Chestnutfiower—Large bells of a bright rosy red. Grootvorst—Compact- truss, large and very double bells of blush-white, with a.touch- of lilac-roSe at-€enter. Gerick—Beautiful blue, fine large bells. - to Goethe—Light yellow. One of the best of its eolor. Isabella—Fine, large spike, florets of perfect form; color soft blush-lilac, delicate and pretty. pus flowering, and tha Fiorets, large and wax-like Finest double Hyacinths La Tour D’Auvergne—Very early best of all double whites. - anid spikes of immense size. for pots. ~- ne La Grandesse—Pure white, superb large bells.--.-_* Nobie Par Merite—Fine, compact spikes of large, double flowers, aS perfect.as little Roses, . A soft shell-pink gradually deep ening. into-a deep peach-carmine. - Pres. Roocsvelt—Beautiful deep rosy pink, of wonder- _ful beauty. ae, : aS a ‘Rembrandt—Light blue, large pell§ and Jong ‘compact spike. ome 8, 3 BTS S Sunfiower—Extra fine golden-yellow. Select Mammoth Bulbs—30c each; any 4 for $1.00; or $2.85 per doz. Je Extra Mixed Hyacinths for Pots These bulbs are extra large-and fine, selected particu- larly for winter-blooming, and will give great results for They include over forty varieties, double and single. 3 for 60c; 6 for $1.00. 6 : JouN Lewis Cuitps, Inc., Froran Park, N. x POMPON and HYACINTHS 9% an coPYRIGHT 1903 BY J.L.CHILDS, © POMPON HYACINTHS These are Hyacinths with comparatively small bulbs. They are splendid for either garden or pots, while for cutting they are the best of all. Every hue, shade and color is found among them; the flowers are large and wax-like, and the spikes airy and graceful. Mixed Pompon Hyacinths—All colors. Double and single, 70c per doz.; $5.00 per 100; $45.00 per 1000. ROMAN HYACINTHS Not at all like the Dutch or Show Hyacinths, though they do not suffer by comparison. The slender stems, arching beneath their load of dainty poised bells, are the acme of grace and elegance, While so Many spikes are thrown up from each bulb that the whole plant appears a mass of blooms. Roman Hyacinths are extra good for cutting, and so early that they bloom by Christmas or before, remaining in perfection nearly a month, if the room is not kept too warm. They are ex- tremely early and bloom in the garden with the Crocus. One bulb can be planted in a 4-inch pot, or three bulbs in a 5-inch pot. The bulbs we offer are extra large. Single White — Every window should have several pots of these. Exquisite bells, white as the driven snow and pleasantly fra- grant. Never fails to bloom. Ex- tra large bulbs. Double Dark Pink—A_ beautiful, clear, bright rose. Spikes long and heavy. Very double. rice—Extra large bulbs, 15c each; 4 for 50c; 12 for $1.40; 100 for $10.00. DUTCH ROMANS or Early Flowering Dutch Hyacinths These are grown under glass, ripened off in April and May to make them bloom by Christmas. This they are sure to do, so they are just as early as the French Romans and have the advantage of possess- ing all shades of color and heavy spikes. We are sure that they will give immense Satisfaction, and rec- ommend them highly. 3 for 40c; 6 for'75¢;°42 “for st.2 = «oe CHILDS’ horned, like the plumage of some fantastic bird. No garden can be complete without plenty of Tulips. Ba en Fauu Catatoc or Piranrs anp Buss ror 1919 q GORGEOUS TULIPS There is no question but that the Tulip is the most popular spring flower that grows. The soft, seductive breezes have scarce whispered in our ears that spring is at hand ere our eyes, wearied by winter’s dull, sombre, lifeless tints, are dazzled by a sudden blaze of Tulips in rainbow shades, ribboning the earth with warmth and coior, From the first Due Van Thol, scarce peeping above the ground, to the last Gesneriana Tulip, holding its flaming cup high aloft, there is a constant succession of Tulip beauties—single, double, dwarf, tall, early, medium and late, with blossoms cup-shaped, star-formed, bowl-like, Peony-flowered, imbricated like @ Rose, twisted, waved and Have some of all kinds, they are so cheap. Our Tulips are all select large bulbs that will be sure to give magnificent results. BEST EARLY SINGLE TULIPS The Single Tulips are great for bedding and for winter sag blooming in pots. The following are the very best kinds, _ Artus—Fine scarlet, _ Color Ponceau—Cherry-rose, flushed white. Cardinal’s Hat—Rich blood-scarlet; gold-tinted border. 5 Cottage Maid—Lovely pink and white, most charmingly suffused and feathered, of immense size; one of the F loveliest Tulips for pots or the garden. Sometimes Called La Precieuse, : Cottage Boy—Very distinct and fine. _ orange. be ise” A - Dusort—Intense cardinal-red. Extra fine and _ brilliant. Eleonore—fine violet, pale edges. - Jocst Van Vondai—Beautiful glossy rose, deep, rich red and pure snow-white, the colors mingled and blended together in a most charming manner. “Kaiser Kroon—Outside of each petal bright scarlet, broadly bordered yellow; inside, deep yellow-zoned __with wide band of velvety scarlet. King of Yellows—Magnificent golden-yellow. Early. Lady Boreel—An immense flower of the purest snow- . white color yet seen. For cutting and exhibition it : is. superb. hg Ophir D’Or—FExtra large and fine golden-yellow, Queen of Pinks—Deep glowing rose with white flush _ outside. A large and very lovely Tulip in every way. Queen of Netheriands—Beautiful cupped form, soft rose- _ flushed white; very exquisite and showy, especially for forcing. Queen Wilhelmina—tLaree white, flamed scarlet ‘osimundi—Rose, bordered crimson. _ Thos. Moore—Splendid; orange. Yellow-edged winter -blooming. low Prince—Fine golden yellow. a Ge each; the 19 sorts for $1.10. — Any variety at 60c per doz.; $4.00 per 100. lixturc of Single Early Tulips, 50c per doz.; | per 100. © = aes Border Mixture of Tulips ure of all kinds, colors and classes, early and planting at random along borders. ‘Will show er 100; $30.00 per 1000, hite Swan—Large, pure white flowers; extra fine for ariety and long-blooming season. 40¢ per doz.; MIXED TULIPS Our mixed Tulips are of fine quality, being made up from first class named sorts and much superior to the ordinary grades. All extra large bulbs. On account of scarcity and high price, common mixed Tulips will be small and of poor quality this year. We protect our customers by offering ‘‘Elite’’ Mixtures of Single, Double and Parrot Tulips. They cost only a little more and are sure to be extra fine. Doz. 100 1000 Single Fine Mixed “‘Elite”™........ $ 50 $3.50 $32.00 Double Fine Mixed “Elite”......-. -50 3.50 32.00 Parrot, Fine Mixed “Elite” ..... 50 3.50 32.00 Breeders (all sorts) ........... -60 4.50 40.00 Byblooms and Bizards Mixed..... 50 3.50 32.00 Darwin (fine mixed, grand)...... 50 3.50 32.00 Duc Van Thoiji (fine mixed)...... 50 3.50 32.00 Gesneriana (8 sorts mixed)...... .50 4.00 33.00 Mayfiowerin 1.00" KiIngS)). Seat 50. 4.00 38.00 Rembrandt ?an1 COIGES) Wf. Pande .60 4.50 40.00 Variegated Foliage (mixed) ..... -60 4,50 40.00 Our “ELITE” Mixtures of Tulips Here are three special mixtures for people who desire something uncommonly good or extraordinary. One each of 12 fine named sorts make up a dozen; 8 or 9 of each make up 100. ; Single Mixed Tulips—Made up of one fine bulb each of twelve selected named kinds. No two alike and all extra fine. 50¢c doz.; $3.50 100. Double Mixed Tulips—Made up in the same way from named sorts. No two alike. 50¢ doz.; $3.50 100. 12 Parrot Tulips—Six named sorts, 2 of each make up a dozen. 18 or 20 or each make up a hundred. 50c doz.; $3.50 100. A Tulip Test Collection We offer this collection that those unfamiliar with the different classes of Tulips may be able to test them all at small cost. The collection consists of twelve fine bulbs each of the following ten different classes: 12 Bybloom 42 Duc Van Thol 142 Rembrandt 412 Breeder 412 Gesneriana 412 Double Early 412 Mayfiowering 12 Single Eariy 12 Darwin 12 Parrot 120 Bulbs, all told, for $4.75. 3. ‘ Joun Lewis Cuixps, Ivc.,: Fiona, Par, N. Y. Se 6 28 a oo 1 eee yr "4 Se eee See Double Tulips produce very large doubie AITaAN LJOUD (Sie a ok 1DS flowers, many of which are as large and showy £iN4 A "' iw -& : as a Peony. The bright colors of the large double blossoms Contrast splendidly and make = a charming display. ; ee ee eee 42 VERY FINE DOUBLE EARLY SORTS Boule de Niege—Large pure white. Cochineai—Splendid scarlet. Cousin—A rich purple-viclet, - Gloria Solus—Of enormous. size. and very double Bright scarlet, edged yellow. La Candeur—Large and double; wax-like pure white. Largely used for cemetery planting. la Grandesse—Large fine delicate pink. Y fii heonard di WVince—A fine combination of 4 brown, orange and yellow. a Lord Rosebery—vVery fine early pink. Y Lucretia—Beautiful deep rose. Extra fine for winter-blooming in pots. Murillo—tLarge, graceful flowers of flesh-white, bordered and clouded rose. Purple Crown Doubie—Large and double fiower. Dark cardinal-red with black shading. One of the best. ty ~~" ©. ZZ : < Queen Emma—Deep, brilliant cherry-rose. ype) ‘DRBR+CM\'WI 6c each; 60c per doz.; $4.50 per 100. ee . Wy Z Es io. : ” y i) a Gi Y — | TALL DOUBLE LATE TULIES These flower later, put are borne on very long, graceful stems, like great Peonies. Many of the colors are much finer and more varied. than in the early class. Alba Maxima—Enormous flowers, _perfectly double, like a Peony, pure white in color, with delicate shadowy tinge of soft pink. Exceedingly fine. : c< Blue Fiag—Late. Flowers beautiful shape; a distinct color of purplish blue. ; Carmen Sylva—Rose and white. Extra large WY WN)! == 7 ATH eae i ; and fine. : : IM NN) ea WKN df \W Mariage De Ma Fille—Carmine-red, banded, I} | sey \ Pees WN striped and feathered pure white. Mi) 3REX RUBRORUM AMURILLO. — S 5 GLORIA SOLUS. //@ Overwinner—Blue and whites finely striped and spotted. Extra large and extra fine. Rose —ompon—Creamy white, flaked rose. - Queen Victoria—Large double, deep blood-red. Price, 8c each; the 7 for 45c; 65c per doz. a Elite Mixture of Finest Named Doubie Early — Tulips, 50c doz.; $3.50 per 4100; See $32.00 per 1000. ts toy, oe Pe ES : 7 ee t = DARWIN TULIPS A new race of Tulips of wonderful form and grandeur, borne on stems three to four feet high. The colors are exceedingly rich and varied, ranging through all the shades of rose, deep red, violet, purple-blues to coal- black. Darwins are the most stately of Tulips, a bed of them producing an effect which is not surpassed by any er other flower. ; = _ Baron Tonnaye—Rose-shaded blush. A faultless flower. lara Butt—Apple blossom. Forces well; extra fine. pPream—Delicats lilac; very fine. Europe—Fiery salmon-scarlet, white center. Glow—Fiery scarlet, blue and white center. ; King Harold—Deep maroon-scarlet, almost black. _ Mlarconi—Violet-blue; superb. _ WMlassachusetts—Soft rose, tinted purple, edges and in- side pink with white base. Extra. ' _ May Queen—Bright pink, white center. Mr. F. Sanders—Clear scarlet with pure white base. Very large. _ We each; 70c per doz. $5.00 per 100. The collection ‘Mixed Darwins—50c doz.; $3.50 per 100; $32 per 1000. EXTRA FINE DARWIN. TULIPS Fatt CataLtocg oF PLANTS AND Buss ror 1919 These are the newer and more improved sorts that are @s yet high priced and very little known or Cultivated. Goliath—Extra large, light blue or lavender. Isis—Fiery crimson-scarlet. Brilliant. Lantern—Delicate pinkish white. : La Tulipe Noire—The large black Tulip. Pales—Splendid lavender-blue. Pride of Haarlem—Deep salmon-rose shaded scarlet. Brilliant. Salmon King—Bright carmine red. Wedding Veil—Fine pure white. William Pitt—Deep scarlet, white center. pots. Splendid for ‘Whistler—vVery bright dark rich red. 10c each; 90c doz.; the 10 for 90c. NEW REMBRANDT TULIPS These are the lastest fad in Tulips. They belond to the Darwin race, but all flowers are striped and varie- gated with various colors, white, brown, black, pink, rose, purple, yellow, orange, crimson, etc., are blended in the blossoms in a marvelous way. They are not only odd, but most striking in their effects, tall, graceful and large. . There are many named sorts but the following are the best and most distinct. ~ Mixed Rembrandts—Forty different sorts. $4.50 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. 60c per doz.; dS Hpi » 4b 10. ws Ss MAY FLOWERING TULIPS A very popular class of large, tall-growing, late-bloom- ing Tulips. They come along after most others have faded, and prolong the Tulip season considerably. They are very stately and imposing, and always greatly ad- mired. Try a good variety of them; they will please. Beauty of America—Beautiful light canary. Bridesmaid—Fine red, striped violet. Caladonia—Orange-scarlet, black center. . Crimson Pompadour—Enormous flower, dark blood-scar- let, blue center. Fairy Queen—Exquisite heliotrope color, rare. Golden Gcblet—Immense blossom of the finest yellow. The best of all yellow Tulips. Inglescombe Pink—JDelicate rose, pink-tinted salmon. blue-green center. Inglescembe Yelilow—Canary-yellow, flower, finely cupped. Extra good. Jaune d’Oeuf—Beautiful golden petals, exquisitely shaded apricot. La Merville—Scarlet shaded orange. Orange King—Immense globulous flowers. A.brilliani orange with shaded yellow center and black anthers. Royal White—White, yelow center. Beautiful shape. Shandon Belis—-Carmine-rose, shaded white. Scarlet Mammoth—Extra large and fine. Scarlet. Silver Queen—wWhite and crimson, superbly striped, feathered and flaked. The Fawn—Rosy fawn, shaded blush; fine, novel color. The Lisard—-Superb combination of stripes and varie- gations, crimson, gold, yellow and white. Price, 6c each; 6O0c per doz.; $4.50 per 14100; the 17 for 80Qc. Mixed Mayflowering—50c per doz.: $38.00 per 1000. BREEDER TULIPS Another distinct class of late or Mayflowering Tulips, which send up flower stems two or three feet high, and bear a flower of enormous size and odd color. ‘A feature in these colors is a variety of rich browns and bronzes. Bronze Queen—Soft buff, tinged golden-bronze. Cardinal Manning—A fine blend of meuve and rose, changing to orange. Godet Parfait—Bright violet with white base. large and imposing. Goliath—Deep salmon-violet. Immense flower. La Singuliere—White, heaviy margined dark crimson. Lion d’Orange—Bright terra-cotta. Fine. Queen Alexandra—Soft primrose, shaded orange. Price, 8c each; the 7 for 50c; 7Oc per doz.; $5 per 100 Mixed Breeders—More than 100 sorts, 60c per doz.; $4.50 per 100. large globular $4.00 per 100; Very JoHN Lewis Cuixps, Inc., Froran Parx, N. Y. Tulipa Gesneriana The grandest Tu- lip in existence. Tall-growing and late-blooming, with large, long leaves, and tall erect flower stalks, which support great waxen blooms larger than tea- cups, of the most vivid, glossy - coral-red, each flower showing @ deep blue-black blotch at the : _base that further enhances its beauty. They remain in bloom a long time, and clumps ba 3 of this grand flower are par- ticularly fine planted among evergreen or shrubbery, lighting up their sombre background aS with a terch. Spathula Scarlet, Blue Center—As described above. Alba Marginata—Pure white, magenta edge. Lutea—Fine golden-yellow. Queen Emma—Light heliotrope-pink. Extra fine. Rosa Lind—Fine rose color with white center. Price, 6c each; the 5 for 25c; 60c per doz.; $4.50 per 100 Mixed—All kinds, 50c per doz.; $4.00 per 100. Flowers very large, and borne on tall, graceful stems. Each petal has a distinct border of bright crimson, which is most beautiful, and gives them the name of ‘‘Picotee,” Picotee White—Pure white, bordered crimson. Golden Crown—Golden-yellow with crimson edge. Price, 6c each; 3 of each for 30c; or, 50c per doz. — Fatyt Catratoc or Pruants AND Buxss-ror 1919 Le DUC VAN THOL TULIPS These are the best of all for house culture, and the first of all to bloom out of doors. In habit they are very dwart!t, and somewhat smaller flowered than other Tulips. They are noted however for the depth and purity of their colors, and as they bloom two weeks in advance of all other Tulips are quite indispensible in the garden. Grimson—Fine for contrast. Gold Striped—Scarlet, striped with gold. Rose—White, shaded with clear rose. Orange—Beautiful orange shade. Yellow—Fine clear yellow. Violet—Very early. Vermilion—Splendid color. & White Maxima—New large pure white. PARROT TULIPS ; Red and Yellow Maxima—New large red, bordered yel- ow. A flower more bizarre, fantastic or gorgeous would be . : hard to find. They are six, seven and eight inches rey hy BOF a baes Ee Qasorin ror A0c across, With petals, toothed, horned, twisted and waved, Duc Van Thol Mixed—All colors. 50c per doz.: $3.50 now ciosely incurvee, now spread flatly out like a star. per 100. Some are yellow, some are crimson, or @gain dashed, z i flaked or feathered with green, gold or scarlet. Fine to plant among shrubbery, or for bedding. They grow ten inches in height and bloom just after the double Tulips. Our Parrot Tulips are extra large bulbs, sure to bloom. Medium-sized bulbs will not bloom well. Constantinople—Tine, deep crimson. Cramoise Brilliant—Deep, dark rich ruby-crimson, with large star-shaped black center nine inches across. Gloriosa—Yellow, splashed and siriped crimson and green. Quite fantastic. Lutea Major—Fine yellow. Perfecta—Gaily striped. yellow and red. Price, 6c each; the 5 for 25c; 50c per doz.; $3.50 per 190 Fine Mixed Parrot Tulips (all varieties)—50c per dozZ.: P $3.50 per 100; $32.00 per 1000. Hi agit 3 i With MN Y} 7. Variegated = Yj | 1 Foliage Tulips | Yf H | i if i i Wy) | } SN These Tulips are doubly \ jj Z \ . ! Wy \ desirable in that the foli- \ WE AQ fi// . NH Y Sik Ih {/ ¥ age, as well as the blos- BREEDER BYBLOOM ;soms, is very handsome. The broad green leaves are BIZARD AND BYBLOOM FULIPS melegantiy bordered = or It seems strange these are not more generally grown, striped with white or for their large, cup-like a A SA il re be r~¥ , ; as only a Tulip can be, are always admired mor y Creamy-yellow, which set ther. Byblooms have white, light or violet grounds off the brilliancy of the faked and feathered, rose, lilac, pink, purple, violet, blossoms to great advan- scarlet, black and crimson. Bizards have yellow grounds. ; tage Many colors, both flamed and blazed maroon, black, scarlet, bronze and ng: ares : EPs brown. We offer a fine mixture of every imaginable meter) yy ° pari ee, color and marking. se er ee I ah eel tay or 60¢; Byblooms and Bizards—Mixed. All elegantly feathere uns TOT $4.50. Vand variegated. 6 for 30c; 12 for 50c; 100 for $3.50. ai iE 12 oe JouHN’ Lewis Cuixps,; Inc., Frorat Parx, ‘N. Y. The Narcissus—Spring’ s Golden Glory The Narcissus is fast. “becoming the rival to the “Hyacinth and Tulip. “The massive Eaiees of the ‘one and the vivid colors of the other are missing, but the Narcissus—the Daffodil of the poets—hag charms of its own to counter- balance these. For cutting or wearing it is the’ best of the three, being by far the best vase flower of the spring. Most of the garden sorts are particularly showy in masses, and do not require frequent resetting to keep in vigor and flower, needing no care, in fact, beyond the planting. Others of this family are among our best pot bulbs, their clustered stars and stately trumpets of white and cream, lemon, orange and yellow, giving variety, fragrance and warmth of color to our window gardens. In pots they may be had in bloom from Christmas until April. Out of :% doors, from the earliest to the latest, they last fully two months. Our collection is a particularly choice one and_ true to name. We offer our bulbs at a low price to encourage extensive planting. Try a few bulbs, both for the house and garden. They will prove so beautiful and increase so rapidly you will feel doubly repaid for your out- lay. They can be grouped along the border of shrubberies or at the foot of rockeries, or under trees. Everyone shlould have early, medium and Jate sorts, as well as some of each of different types. : We have discarded all old, inferior varieties of Narcissus, and are offering only the finest up-to-date sorts in each of the various classes. There are higher priced kinds, to be sure, but they are higher because they are newer and scarcer and not because they are really any better. We are also offering a few of the best new sorts that are within reasonable cost. When you buy our Nareissus you are getting best sorts and the finest bulbs. SUPERB MIXED NARCISSUS . _- We offer the various classes of Narcissus in mixtures—not a few cheap varieties thrown together, but a wide range of the best standard sorts, and large fine bulbs that will every one bloom splendidly next spring, and foreyer after. When once: planted Narcissus to a large extent take care of them- selves, flowering finely and increasing in numbers year atfer peat. SINGLE MIXED More than thirty fine varieties: All colors, forms and sizes. Large bulbs, 50c per doz.; $3.75 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. DOUBLE MIXED af A fine assortment, and all extra large bulbs. 50c per doz.; $3.75 per 100; $35.00 per $1000. POETICUS MIXED : Lai ta All sorts. Splendid for massing and for naturalizing. 45c per doz.; $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. : POLYANTHUS MIXED More than twenty of the leading named sorts. All fine bulbs. $1.00 per gone 57.50 per 100. WINTER BLOOMING, MIXED A special mixture for pot culture. All extra fine sorts. 60c per doz.; $4.50 per 100 : SINGLE NARCISSUS The rare and most beautiful Single Narcissus can now be offered at a low price, and the following sorts are exceptionally good. Emperor—DProad, rich yellow trumpet, perianth deep primrose. Its foliage is very strong and the blooms enormous. Empress—Possesses the same gigantic size and form “ of the Emperor, but with white perianth and golden = LR ae ae } Golden Spur—Flowers 414 to 5 inches across, and nearly as Jong. Petals of the perianth broad and smooth, long and widely flared trumpets, deeply frilled and furrowed. ae . Horsfieldi—Enormous yellow trumpet, wihite perianth. : Mad. de Graaff—Pure white perianth, with primrose- tinted trumpet. Best white trumpet variety. - _ Princeps—Elegant large trumpets of a delicate canary- : yellow, and large, sulphur-White perianth. Very early. _ Wictoria—A most superb sort, especially for winter- blooming in pots. Bulbs are very large, strong and with double crowns. - Color, perianth white, trumpet deep yellow and very large. Incomparabilis Autocrat—Perianth and cup both deep yeilow. Very fine. _Incomparabilis Sir Watkins—A gigantic flower, 4 to 5 inches acress, with broad, wing-like petals that shade from canary-yellow at the tips to golden-yellow hbase. Incamparabilis Albatross—Large white perianth, canary Spee S| .: Incomparabilis Sea Gull—Pure white, yellow cup. Incomparabilis Lady Godiva—Perianth white, cup yel- low, edged bright scarlet. Superb form. Incomparabilis Vesuvius—White perianth, scarlet cup. Leedsi Mrs. Langtry—Perianth white, broad white cup with primrose edge. Very fine. _Leedsi White Lady—An exquisite new Leedsi with im- mense eucharis-like flowers having a pale canary cup | and Jarge, pure white perianth with broad, round, overlapping Shape. Perfectly immense. . _ Mixed Single Narcissus—50c per doz.; $3.50 per 100. _ 40c each; the 16 for $1.50; $1.00 per doz.; $7.50 per 100 . Mixed Single Narcissus—50c per doz.; $3.75 per 100. LE 22 Sakon, ¥ ee Rat eT : ‘ Be -. rst seven sorts are of the very long trumpet tyLe. neomparabilis are medium white; the Leedsi are the ite broad saucer-shaped kind. Saeate BEST DOUBLE NARCISSUS Double Narcissus are very attractive on account of their large, parfectly-formed blossoms, qualities and early blooming. ors of white, lemon, orange, sulphur, straw, and prim- rose are exquisite. 8 > Alba Plena Odorata—Double white flower. Golden Phoenix—Bright golden-yellow.. Incomparabie—Large flowers as double as a Rose. Bright canary, interspersed with orange center petals. Orange Phoenix—Nearly pure white outer petals. Cen- ter weil filled with mixed white and orange petals. Sulphur Crown—Sulphur-white. “is Van Sion—Old but unexcelied. Extra fine for cutting. -Single star-like petals and. long, double trumpet, filled With beautiful crimped petals. Golden-yellow. Price of above finest double sorts, 8c each; the 6 for 45c; any variety at 70c per doz.; $5.00 per 100 Double Mixed—All sorts, 50¢ per doz.; $3.75 per 100. long-keeping - The fine, harmonious col- 7) Ww 14 Joun Lewis Cuips, Inc., Fuorat Park, N. Y. OS gee 5 SS SS ESS ee ae : ~* NEW NARCISSUS _ It can safely be said that the following new sorts are the finest known. For large size and ex- quisite beauty they are marvels. Van Waveren’s Giant — Flowers of huge dimensions; the largest of all Narcissus and the one that caused the big excitement at the New York Flower Show. Perianth primrose with bright yellow trumpet. Fine for forc- ing. 50c each; 3 for $1.25. King Alfred—tLarge, delicate flow- ers, both perianth and trumpet being a rich golden-yellow. The mouth of the trumpet. is deeply frilled. A -wonderful variety. 50c each; 3 for $1.25. Glory of Noordwijk — An enor- mous bicolor of the very classy | type. 25c¢ each; 5 for $1.00. Will Scarlet — White perianth, scarlet cup. A very fine sort indeed. 40c each; 3 for $1.00. Spring Glory—vVery early. Peri- anth pure white, trumpet gold- en yellow. 35€ each; 3 for 90C. Maggie May—A very large and beautiful Leedsi. Flower white With pale lemon cup, comes close to being a pure white. 25c each; 5 for $1.00. Glory of Lisse—This is a lovely new Poetieus of the Ornatus type but earlier, larger and much finer in every resepct. A really great acquisition. 12¢ each; 3 for 30c; 7 for 50¢. Poeticus Grandiflorus—A new im- proved form of Ornatus. It is very large and beautiful, by far the best of all the Poeticus Narcissus. 10c each; 3 for 25c; 412 for 80¢. 3 us : istic === as Say GT a ===! fhe collection of 8 grand new NARCISSUS POETICUS Narcissus for only $2.00. Well known and loved by all. Exquisite garden flowers : =2e: yet equally valuable for winter blooming in pots, of which : Ornatus is the grandest. Try them. | Poeticus, Ornatus—Fine for garden or pots. Blooms three weeks earlier and is larger and finer. Poeticus, Poetarum—Pure white, orange-scarlet cup. Poeticus, Burbudgi—Large pure white witli red center. Barri—(Yellow Poeticus)——Broad perianth, primrose- yellow edged orange-scarlet. Poeticus, fi. p!. Double—The charming double Poeticus. Pure white with Jasmine fragrance. Be each; the 5 for 20c; 45c per doz.; $3.50 per 100 ZZ» Mixed Poeticus—All sorts. 45¢€ per doz.; $3.30 per 100. - nT iW SYA NAAT N ARCI SSUS PP naw borraz ie i oS ‘4 H Poeticus=-Polyanthus p > =. X \ an : 3M), — Hybrids Although this new race of Narcissus has been out Several years, it is, as yet. comparatively un- Known, few seeming to realize its great beauty and importance. It is the best and most distinct novelty in fall bulbs that has come out in a gen- eration. A Hybrid Poet- icus and Polyanthus, bearing large, beautiful flowers like Poeticus, in clusters like Polyanthus, with a more intense and delicious perfume _ than Bs — YL LAG either. It is perfectly sit \ PAN) fine for winter-blooming NARCISSUSW ¢ in pots. In the garden it a | = is as hardy as Tulips and blooms very early, fol- lowing the Crocus. Mixed Colors (15 sorts) —10¢c each: 12 for $1.00. (Narcissus Regulosus or ' Giant Odorus Lily) As compared with the Chinese Sacred Lily this produces a much larger _ flower, though the bulb is smaller. Its fragrance is even better and its color a deep glowing yellow. Each bulb pro- ~ . duces several spikes of ‘bloom, and thrives in any soil, sand, or peb- bles and water. Bulbs -ploom very quickly after planting and may always be had for Christmas and New Year’s, or _ even earlier. No winter flower is more beautiful, fra- grant, or easier grown. May be had in flower at any time all winter, stands freezing and any amount of abuse, and is sure to do well in any “window. ‘Three or four should be planted in a _ five-inch pot, or a bowl ef pebbles and water. It is also perfectly hardy _ and may be planted in in the garden, where it will bloom _in spring, al- most as early as the Crocus. Large z Bulbs, 10c each; 3 for 25c; 12 for 90c. a DOUBLE GOLDEN LILY This is a double form of the fine Golden variety (or Regulosus) offered above. It is just like it in every way except the flowers are perfectly double. It has the same color and the same superb fragrance. 12¢ each: 3 for 30c; 12 for $1 00. POLYANTHUS NARCISSUS The Gem of Winter Flowers They are considered the best of all Narcissus for pot culture, and by many esteemed the most beauti- ful. By starting the dry pulbs at intervals from September until January a succession of flowers can be secured from Christmas until the fist of May. No trouble to grow. Treat as you would Hyacinths. The flowers of this elass are borne in farge clusters, and are exceedingly fragrance, like orange blossoms. Bazeiman Major—Extra large- white, fine and rare. Grand Soile d‘Or—Large clusters of exceedingly pretty flowers of a Clear lemon with deep orange cup. Very fragrant. Grootvorst—White with lemon cup. Very pretty and of good size. No variety possesses 4 richer fragrance. Lord Canning—Extra fine, of a deep oF dark yellow color: the petals being a little lighter in shade than i the cup. if Newton—Fine yellow with deep orange cup. Extra early. i if i Queen Victoria—Splendid large white with yellow eup. WAG wilt iti Her Majesty—Superb white. Wy I uh 45c each; 3 for 40c; the 7 for $0c; or $1.25 per doz. YA Copyr Mixed Sorts—By all means take a dozen or more mixed By J.L.CHILDS pulbs. The named sorts offered above are undoubt- = ya ~ SS SS \ \ aN TIS \y \y Pr Ay) —_S 7 Yy MAAS ° : nS \ \ SU 3) \S WY \\ edly the best sorts grown, yet for variety we would recommend this mixture, which is exceptionally good. Twenty to thirty sorts. $1.00 per doz.; $7.50 per 100. Mrs. C. M. Black, Altoona, Pa., says: Just a word in praise of your fine Tulips we bought from you last fall, Nve and all our friends were delighted with them. = 16 — Jonn Lewis Cuinps, Inc., Frorat Park, N. Y. a 2 TWO GRAND NARCISSUS —- a age For winter-blooming few bulbs are so popular and so : argely grown as the Paper White Grandiflora and Double . Roman Narcissus. Realizing their importance we have by special contract secured from France a quantity of Bulbs of each, which are of extra size and strength, especially for pot culture, and the amount and beauty of blooms from these fine bulbs will be Srcat = Paper White Grandifiora—An improvement on the common Paper White, the flowers being about twice the size, of beautiful star-like form, pearly whiteness and delicious fra- grance. It is a very early and profuse bloomer, and can be had in full beauty at Christmas and New Year’s. 10c each; 3 for 25¢:=t2 or 75E: Double Roman White—One of the most beauti- ~ful and fragrant of -the Narcissus family. Flowers very double, pure white with yellow center and borne in large clusters. Its fra- grance is superb, and blooms very early and freely either in. pots or the open ground. 42c each; 3 for 30c; 12 for $1.00. - aN goPYRIGHTED 1897 BY J.L.CHILDS. \ i i) I =SSS———4 { He A PAN OF WINTER-BLOOMING NARCISSUS EXTRA MIXED WINTER-BLOOMING NARCISSUS A choice selection of the largest and finest early sorts, Suitable for winter-blooming in pots. It is a magnificent mixture of extra fine varieties that will be superb. Price, 5 for 30c; 60c per doz.; $4.50 per 100 JONQUILS These dainty flowers are a gleam of gold when in Sioom. They are extra fine for pots, and they flower very early in the window. In the garden they are per- fectly hardy, and their lovely blossoms appear almost with the Crocus. Single—Very dainty; pure gold and exquisite fragrance. Double—Perfect little golden_roses of the most exquis- ite beauty and fragrance. Nothing finer for bouquets. Sc each; 6 for 25c; 12 for 40c; 100 for $3.00 ee eee ~ c \ ) RTa Can iy NG! WA ues CHOICEST SELECT CROCUS All Crocus are scarce and likely to be poor this year, Our stock is very fine. The Crocus is the recognized harbinger of spring. Be- tween the lulls of late winter’s tempests its brave little flowers appear, minding not ithe least frosts or flurries of snow. For six weeks its bright flowers smile saucily at us, quite sure of their welcome. Their cost is so trifling that all can afford to plant them freely. The Crocus has been much improved late years in size of bloom and variety of colorings. Crocus are extra fine _ for borders, etc., and are particularly charming dotted by twos and threes over the lawn. They come in earliest spring, and peep through the grass, as the wild flowers do in the meadow. é =. a > -_- -In September All Blue Sorts—Mixed. All White Scerts—Mixed. | All Striped Sorts—Mixed. Ail Yellow Sorts—Mixed. All Finest Colors—Mixed. 25c per doz.; $1.75 per 100; $15.00 per 1000. ae: FALL-FLOWERING CROCUS ~~ FALL-FLOWERING CROCUS Oe A New Garden Delight or October, after the foliage has long 7 _ been dead, Autumn Crocus throw up numerous gay-col- / _ ored flowers, large and showy, delicate and beautiful. ! AS a contrast to fading leaves and dying plants they are areal joy, adding to the few delights the garden pos-. z sesses in the fall. +, Mixed Autumn Crocus—Shades of blue, rosy lilac, ete. - 80c per doz.; $2.00 per 100. Fatt Catatoc oF Purants AND Buss For 1919 ew Ua oy, = T¢ (ANIC ae alg Re) SAL TORN Re a i CR Roa) gy er good old Star of Bethlehem (Ornithogalum Um- ‘bellatum) is a lovely flower. - It soon forms mats of ‘arrow, silver-striped foliage, dotted in early summer with a2 profusion of dainty white stars. Makes a neat —. Price, 20c per doz.; $1.50 per 100 | Fine to cut for vases or large bouquets. G7 ‘COPYRIGHTED SSS = = EEE > ___ PY A. BEANC:189/, _—— = = _D = Sh \ ’ weg D |) I y = ee | if aS A = Y yal HNN ganna EERE MEER ea! The Ixias produce their beautiful flowers in spikes, and are of the most dazzling and brilliant coors and’ sure to attract great attention. For pot culture in the house they give great satisfaction, being of easy culture and free bloomers. Half a dozen bulbs may be planted in a five-inch pot, and the display will be magnificent. For open ground culture give them winter protection with leaves or straw. Mixed, 3 for 15c; 12 for 50c. TRITONIA CROCATA The most brilliant winter-flowering bulb in cultiva- tion. Treated like a Freesia, it produces spikes of large, well-opened flowers of the most intense cardinal color. It is very easily grown and sure to bloom in pots during winter, and is hardy enough to bloom in the open ground south of Massachusetts. 3 for 15c; 12 for 50c. ANN .. A = W = =z Wy AWC= BZ OENOTHERA OVATA ~ OFNOTHERA OVATA This produces a root much like a stump-rooted Carrot, is perfectly hardy and produces a lot of beautiful. yellow blossoms early in spring. As a winter-bloomer in pots it is perfectly spendid, the long, beautiful leaves laying flat make a fine setting for the blossoms which spring directly from the crown, as seen in the Cut, 35C; 4 for $1.00. SAB tice rt af ee AO ET Rae Wo 2? aia __...... Joun Lewis Cups, Inc. 7 Fiorat Park, N. Y. SF eh} = j . TaN EX er WP? : . , ye a S SE eS w > == Double PERSIAN: RANUNCULUS Their long, wiry stems fit them admirably for cutting and for late spring-bedding they have few equals, bloom- ing as they do, so freely, and bridging over the gap between the Tulip and early garden flowers. For this purpose plant them three or four inches apart and two inches deep, with the claws downward. They bear the most lovely flowers imaginable—pink, white, black, yel- low, red, blush and variegated, each about two inches in diameter and as double and as perfectly imbricated as a Dahlia or Rose. Always choose a sheltered loca- tion. For house-culture, plant five or six bulbs in a five-inch pot, and treat as Hyacinths. They are charm- ing winter-bloomers. Ranunculus can no longer be im- ported. These we offer are American grown. Giant French—All colors mixed. 5 for 25c;.12 for 50c. LEWISIA REDIVIVA A very curious and handsome hardy herbaceous per- ennial with fleshy roots. Flowers four inches across, very showy, being of a lovely pink color, with a white center. Should be planted in a sunny spot. One of the very best of all flowering plants for rockeries. As @ pot plant it is also a success, its large blossoms being exceedingly showy. It is a rare and curious plant, which is as yet almost unknown to cultivation. The roots May be kept perfectly dry for over a year, to all appearances dead, yet when planted they will immedi- ately start growth and bloom. 25c each; 3 for 60c. TRILLIUM, WOOD LILY Our American Wood Lilies are exquisite both for pots for winter-blooming and for the garden. They are easily grown and bloom very early. Sessile Calif—Plants grow about one foot high with three immense leaves, radiating from a stem that cen- ters the large, exquisite, Lily-like blossoms, of three different colors. Very fragrant, and easily flowered in Dots during winter; treated same as Hyacinths. Mixed colors. Grandifiorum—Pure white with pink edge. Exquisitely beautiful and blooms very early. Erectum—Tall and stately, luxuriant foliage and large purple flowers. This is the well-known ‘‘Wakerobin.” 10c each; the 3 for 25c; $4.00 per doz. TRY THEM FOR WINTER BLOOMING GRAPE HYACINTH, Large Blue As hardy as an oak, and as it increases rapidly should be planted in every garden. If you want a “pot of blue” that will make your windows a thing of beauty for a month in midwinter, plant half a dozen bulbs in a five- inch pot, and treat as other Hyacinths, and you will have your desire. They never fail to bloom, each bulb send- ing up two or more flower stalks. Supply limited; no more can be imported. 6c¢ each; 50c per doz. Sacred Lily, IMPERIAL CHINESE The greatest and most popular winter-blooming bulbs. Bulbs large and each one sends up from five to twelve spikes, which bear clusters of large, perfect, waxy-like blossoms with yellow center, and a powerful and a delicate fragrance, which is not excelled by any flower. They grow well in pots of soil; but the most popular way of blooming them is the Chinese method, as follows: Fill a bowl or some similar vessel with pebbles in which place the bulbs, setting it about one-half its depth, so that it will be held firmly; then fill in with water to the top of the pebbles. and place in a warm sunny window. The bulbs will at once commence a rapid growth and bloom in three weeks. We advise planting this variety; it will be much better than the common and cheaper one, Extra Large Select Bulbs, 40c each; 3 for $1.00. Fatut CatTatoc or PLants AND Buss For 1919 23 CHILDS’ MATCHLESS FREESIAS -... The Gem of Winter-Blooming Bulbs for Pots ot ___ A lass of bulbs splendidly adapted to winter-bloom- _ing in the window. They are always sure to succeed and bloom elegantly for anyone in any situation, and the great beauty and fragrance of the flowers are every- * where admired. The blossoms, or buds, when cut and placed in vases of water will keep perfect two weeks. In pots they commence blooming early and continue for a long time, the stems branching freely and producing - Several clusters of blooms in succession. Four to six bulbs can be planted in a five-inch pot. They commence - growing immediately after planting and need not be put ' away to form roots like Hyacinths, unless it is more convenient to do so. Bulbs we supply are extra large and strong. . CE A CHIEDS’ PURTEY FREESIA (Grown at our California Gardens) _ One of the very finest of recent bulb novelties. Flow- ers of enormous size, with thick, heavy, waxy petals that last nearly two weeks, even when cut. Flowers pure snow-white, save one tiny yellow spot in throat, and of wonderfully beautiful shape, petals being large, rounded and well opened and of great substance. Grand for win- ter-blooming in pots. Large Bulbs—3 for 10c; 12 for 35c; 100 for $2.50. Mammoth Bulbs (selected bulbs of enormous size)— 10c each; 3 for 25c; 12 for 80c. Fordel New Giant Colored Freesias A new class of large flowered, strong growing Freesias of varied and distinct colors. The size, richness of color and beauty of these Freesias will be a revelation to all. Six separate colors—Yellow, Blue, Pink, Lavender, Violet and White. 10c each; the 6 for 50c; $1.00 doz. aialig Nae SE the above and many more, 3 for 25c; 12 for 90c, » This is perfectly magnificent and always comes abso- lutely true. No single flowers, all being large and as double and as perfect @s good_roses. Color, bright yel- low, the individual blossoms being the size of a half- dollar, and borne in clusters of four to ten. It is one of the most magnificent blooming bulbs ever offered, plant being dwarf and compact and admirably adapted to pot- culture, blooming profusely all winter. The finest Oxalis we have ever had. Price, fine large bulbs, 3 for 10c; 12 for 35c Mammoth Bulbs—We have a few bulbs of mammoth size of this glorious double Oxalis. 10c each; 3 for 25¢e; 7 for 50c. BERMUDA BUTTERCUP OXALIS 24 3 _Joun Lewis Cumtps, Inc., Frorau SUPERB OXALIS These varieties of Oxalis are all for’ winter-blooming in pois. They begin to flower in two to four weeks afier planting, pro- ducing a mass of flowers all winter which, in brilliant. and beautiful colors, are truly charm- ing. They always give satisfac- tion. Plant five or six in a -six- inch pot. They commence growih immediately after planting and need not be set away to form roots like mosit other bulbs. They bloom during the entire winter. — Note—Oxalis start eariy, and your bulbs -may be already sprouted when you get them. Plant them as they are, if sprouts are not too long. If broken off, the bulbs will sprout again. Giant Bowi—Exira large, deep, brilliant-red flowers, and large, luxuriant, clover-like foliage. Very handsome. 3 for idc; 12 for 30c. Bermuda Buittercup—A fine, ro- bust-growing, large-flowering - sort. Blooms in~ enormous panicles, each flower being as large as .a_ silver half-dollar and of a clear, bright yellow color. Bulbs commence bloom- ing soon after planting and con- tinue all winter without a break. 3 for 10c; 12 for 30c. Bermuda Buttercup — Mammoth bulbs only; exira large and and strong. 1i0c¢ each; 3 for 259C 7 orerer 0 OC. Giant Cut-Leaved—tElegant foli- age and flowers of enormous size and glowing yellow. It is a superb winter bloomer, 3 for 10¢; 12 for 30c. GRAND DUCHESS OXALIS — Entirely new and one of the most beautiful and pleas- — ing winter flowers it is possible to have. Blossoms _im- mense, three inches across, borne well above the foliage, and of the most lovely pink, white and lavender color; leaves large, clover-shaped and handsome. A most per- sistent bloomer, remaining constantly in flower from No- vember to June. Surely one of the most exquisite and satisfactory of all winter-blooming bulbs. Tey, Pink—Enormous size, bright rosy pink. : iy ae White—Pure white. A grand contrast to the above. Lavender—A fine, large flower of @ unique lavender color. 25c¢ per doz.; 6 of each for 356.72) = San Mixed Oxalis—Including all kinds offered on this page and many more. 25c per doz.;°$2.00 per 100._ sort ~ SPECIAL OFFER—21 Oxalis for 50c As follows: 12 Grand Duchess Mixed, 3 Bermuda But- — tercup, 3 Bowl, and 3 Double Rosebud. A superb col- — lection of all kinds for only 50c. * ee Md iy 7 i 4 . ee F 4 ‘GRAND AMARYLLIS To reduce a small overstock of the following grand Amaryllis, we are offering them this fall at special low prices: ; Burbank Giant—AlIl shades and colors. This new race of Amaryllis produces @ bulb of great size and strength which throws up broad, healthy foliage, and stout flower scapes, each producing blossoms of truly gi- gantic size. The flowers are often a foot or more across—larger than the Auratum Lily—aeand with colors which, for purity and intensity, are truly marvels. 75¢ each; 5 for $3.00. Elite—Enormous white with scarlet veins. $3.00 each. .. Hovey Giant—An immense flower of white and crimson variegation. One of the grandest. $1.50 each. Vittata Hybrids—Large flowers and a variety of fine clear colors. .« splendid sirain. .40c; 3 for $1.00. Johnsonii—A grand old sort, always popular. Flowers - Jarge and very beautiful, deep red, striped white. 40c. Valotta Purpurea—A well known and highly-prized bulb (of the Amaryllis family) for pot culture, producing very rich clusters of most beautiful and_ brilliant flowers. - Light scarlet. It is a glorious thing that has lately become exceedingly scarce. Fine large bulbs. 60c each; 2 for $1.00. TRAS-ALAT A Bulbs of this exquisite Iris potted this fall are likely to bloom within 30 days. The quickest winter blooming bulb known. The flower is very large and beautiful in shape, a ciear soft sky blue color, with spots and mofttlings at base of petals. It is perfectly exquisite from every point of view, and possesses a most superb fragrance. Both flowers and foliage are exquisite, the big blos- soms standing up well above the leaves. About one bulb in ten may fail to bloom but one flower repayS any one the cost of five or six zulbs. We earnestly advise planting three bulbs at least. A five-inch pot is sufficient for three bulbs. Price, 25c each; 5 for $1.00. Extra fine. - i! Fatt CatTaLtoc oF PLants AND Buss For 1919 = Hh, Ss SN i ) NEW CALLA, GODFRY This Calla has the habit of the very dwarf sorts by blooming when very small, growing on through the vari- ous stages of dwarf, half-dwarf, and large sorts up to Giantissima, with its immense leaves and flowers, and long stems. It has also fragrance and everblooming quality. To all these may be added the novel quality of summer-blooming in the garden, if treated as @ summer-flowering bulb. By far the very best of all Callas. Large dry bulbs, 40c each; 3 for $1.00. Green plants (or smaller bulbs), 25c¢ each. Calla Elliottiana, Giant Yellow This is the great new yellow Calla of marvelous beauty. Flowers very large and of the brightest golden- yellow. Leaves beautifully spotted with white. Its ereat size of bloom, brilliant yellow color, and glorious large spotted leaves make this a plant of unusual beauty and novelty. Fine for winter-flowering planted in De- cember or January. Strong flowering bulbs. 40¢€ each; gefor $1.00: THE BLACK CALLA A bulb which has come to stay and find its way rapidly into every collection of winter flowers. We say winter fiowers, as it is strictly a winter bloomer and will bloom at no other time. Its flowers are fully a foot in length; color, clear coal-black, so intense that it really shows a prilliancy, and as may well be imagined, it is a flower of most striking oddity and beauty. The bulbs are large, and should be potted in the fall, and when growth commences set in a window. After blooming the foli- age will die down, and the bulbs should be kept dry for planting again next fall. Very scarce. Only a few to offer. $1.00 each. Belladonna Lily (Amaryliis Belladonna) Commonly. known as Belladonna Lily. The bulbs are hardy in the South, also in the North with slight protection. Foliage begins to grow in fall‘or very early in the spring and the flowers appear late in the summer after the leaves have died down. The flower-stalk grows up very quickly and is soon crowned with an im- mense .cluster of sweet and delicate yet large lily-like flowers. Color light pink or blush. 30¢ each; 4 for $1.00. WATSONIA The Watsonias grow and flower in immense tall spikes like Gladioli but their colors are more telling in the depth and exquisiteness of their tints. Hardy only , in the Southern and Pacific States. North and East | must be grown in pots like Amaryllis. Few flowers are more magnificent, none save Orchids so telling in tints , and colors. White and delicate pink. 20c each; 3 for, 50¢c. 26 | (= - 3 SOR Laswas CHILps, Inc., Frorar Pank Nia? =: = Tg Se gt oe GRAND LILIES FOR WINTER One of the grandest of all decorative plants is a tall snow-white Lily. It is the consummation of dignity and beauty, grace and purity.. As the symbol of the resur- rection and heaven-born purity, tens of thousands are used each year in Easter decorations. A grander orna- ment for greenhouse, window or chancel cannot be ob-- tained. They can be planted at any time in the fall, and by procuring several bulbs and planting at three-week intervals, from September until November, a glorious display of Lilies will be obtained throughout the late winter and spring. Plant them in deep pots, the top of the bulb two inches below the rim. Both can also be planted in the garden for spring-blooming. =e Easter Lily (L. Long. Giganteum)—A strong, vigorous grower with six to twelve enormous biooms to each bulb. Magnificent pure white, trumpet-shaped flow- ers of great beauty and fragrance; as a winter-bloomer nothing can surpass it. The big bulbs we offer of this will produce plants bearing great numbers of im- mense waxen snow-white trumpets. Strong Bulbs, 55c each; 2 for $1.00. Candidum—(The Madonna. or Annunciation Lily)—As fragrant and spotlessly pure as the Easter, but with broad, widely-opened flowers, instead of the reflexed, trumpet form of the latter. Tall and stately growing and a sure bloomer. No flower has a more superb : fragrance than this. Bulbs of enormous size. Large, strong bulbs, 35c each; 3 for $1.00. q 2 : a : PARRY1” ~ US Tim tp on fee vo & fe) 2 oo ev £ Sauer a es 5 > oo ee R= on F = = aed es n & Sete eg = oS ae! —s Oo S 3 Flowers somewhat trumpet-shaped, four inches long, and of a bright lemon-yellow color with a few brown spots deep in the throat. - No Lily is more exquisitely beauti- ful than this, or easily grown for winter blooming in pots. It generally does well in the garden also, but is not so sure though very hardy. Pot it in good sandy soil for winter blooming and give plenty of water while in a growing state and you will have most pleasing results. It is the acme of grace and beauty. 50c each: 3 for $1.25; 12-for $4:00 LILIUM EXCELSUM Three to four feet high, having much the appearance of Candidum. Flowers three to twelve, drooping; fragrant, and of a rich buff color. The bulb, habit of growth and general appearance resembles Candidum, but its flowers are drooping, with reflexed petals. Its fragrance is fine, and its color fine light creamy buff, faintly spotted with a deeper shade. It is very hardy and easily grown. Fine for winter blooming in pots, $1.00 each. {2 eee <= 5 es _ Fart Catatoe or PLants” 2 —— é | AND Buss ror 1919 4. FINE HARDY ; tan \ ‘ ef a ATA: é The b - quisite purity and delicacy, yet magnificent grandeur, of the stately Lily. It is the plus ultra of floral beauty and we urge our friends to each year add a few Lilies to - their coliection. No other flower will so adorn our homes when in bloom, and they constantly improve after plant- ing. We feel sure if our readers could see a good col- lection of from twenty to forty different sorts in bloom they would never rest until they had a goodly number of : their own. As a rule Lilies are of the easiest cultivation, especilly the following, which have been carefully se- lected as the very hardiest, handsomest, and best. Batemanni—Rich apricot. Very handsome. Canadense—A fine, bell-shaped flower; light orange- yellow; spotted. Pardalinum—Rich, scarlet and yellow flowers spotted with rich brown; robust and free-flowering. A superb Lily, and one which will give the greatest satisfac- LILIES S tion. Succeeds in all situations. = . Superbum—Three to six feet high; flowers from five to 2 _ ~~ forty, nodding, brilliant orange-red. 3 , ’ Tigrinum Fi. Pi.—This is a plant of stately habit, grow- —- : ee ne "es ace high, eee an Sense eee aes ah ; =>.) =-of double, bright. orange-re owers, spotted wit 3 ae ack {53 ieee aes LILIUM ELEGAN S : oe * meee ae - iger Lily. or ; large tulip-shaped blossoms of many shades and _. ‘Tigrinum Splendens pepe aes Tiger Lily, colors. The umbels of Tae ene cup-like flowers are very < -Umbellatum—One of the very best, blooming in June pleasing. Among the earliest Of all Lilies to bloom, and with large, perfect flowers. Colors range from black- good for pots and for forcing. Very hardy, healthy and red, through all shades of crimson, rose, yellow, buff, robust in all situations. =? = 4 ~ apricot, etc.; many finely spotted. Twenty-five sorts @urantiacum WVerum—Beautiful, pure apricot - yellow =" = mixed. without spots. Very fine. 20c each; 3 for 50c. © Wallacei—Very floriferous; each bulb throwing up four to five flower stems; each one bearing eight to ten : beautiful. upright blossoms of a bright apricot color; perfect in form. and most desirable. _-—s- 20c each; any 3 for 50c; the 8 for $1.25; $1.80 per doz.; = ef : $12.00 per 100.. iy _—— 7 aL, UM A For Spring Delivery - ear. the- end of the year. ar "4 i : pring delivers’ y ¥ et we will see ae -Olor white, spotted crimson with a golden ough eaeh petal: three to thirty Reena ona trong bulbs, 40C each; 3 for $1.00. © ; Supply of this grand Lily will not be in from Japan - Leonard Jeorg—Light yellow, spotted black, grand. 15c¢ each; $1.50 per doz. Robusta—Superb for winter-blooming or for the garden. Flowers very large, wide open; light orange-salmon, richly spotted chocolate.. 15c each; 12 for $1.50. Quiip—A very bright, varied and beautiful combination of colors. 30c each. Horsfieldi—Tall and stately, with many flowers. crimson. Dee 30C. e One each of the 5 sorts, $14.00. GRAND SPECIOSUM LILIES These are the hardiest and most robust and free flowering of all Lilies. Also.among the most beautiful and showy. Rubrum—Deep rose, freely spotted crimson, and mottled white; perfectly exquisite. . Me!lpomene—Words cannot describe the beauty of this variety. Frosted white, spotted, clouded, and bearded with pinkish crimson. Petals deeply recurved and widely bordered red. ; Praecox—Large, perfect. and beautiful. with a tinge of blush at top of petal. Magnificum—A superb new. sort; an improvement on Rubrum, being larger and brighter colored. Above 4 sorts, 30c each; the 4 for $1.00; $2.75 per doz.; $17.50 per 100. L. HENRYI, New Yellow Speciosum The new Yellow Speciosum. New and exceedingly rare, tall, strong grower, producing flowers in great profusion, often as many as fifty on one stem. Of a fine apricot-yellow color. This yellow Speciosum is a glor- ious new thing. 40c each; 3 for $1.00. Extra Large Bulbs—60c each; 2 for $1.00. Lilium Elegans ORANGE QUEEN This is the newest and finest Elegans with broad, heavy, wax-like petals, large cup-shaped blooms, and a clear, pure yellow color, slightly spotted. 60c each. Frosted white _ Joun Lewis Cuizps, Inc., Froran Parx, N. Re — = Ree =, Fn ene ire es . 4 eee Si ~ nee. 2 o mae “te, lina we =~ LILIUM HUMBOLDTI MAGNIFICUM Bes L. HUMBOLDTI = MAGNIFICUM About the most stately of Lilies, growing four to six_ [ feet high and bearing four to forty beautiful orange blos- 3 soms. Easily grown in any well drained locality, even — a in partial shade. Must be planted ten or twelve inches — deep. Blooms in June and bulbs planted this fall will os be sure to flower next spring. When this Lily becomes — : established and forms a clump it makes a wonderful ; show. Succeeds splendidly as a pot Lily and is a most © ; effective pot plant. Large bulbs, 60c each; 2 for $1.00; _ ‘ or $5 00 per doz. See San _ LILIUM DAVURICUM~] 2 This is of the Elegans style, but more slender, and blooms earlier. The colors are very clear and bright, ranging from dark-red to light-yellow, spotted, blotched — and variegated. Exceedingly beautiful. For beds or massing they fill a real-want for a brilliant early-flower- ing Lily that may be used also among shrubbery or ated hardy perennial plants. 20c each; 3 for 50C; 12 for ~— $1.75; 100 for $12.00. oie a7 A pure yellow Davuricum of great size and beauty. 40e each; 3 for $1.00. i } a ‘Fay. Catatoe ‘LILIUM HANSONI _ A very rare and fine Lily. Blooms extra early, the flowers appearing in large clusters. Color rich yellow With a few black dots. This is one of the very rarest and finest Lilies known, and we now have such a large stock of it that we can offer it very low. 40c¢ each; 3 for $1.00; 12 for $3.50. are F 3 f 5 ee i Sit. 2. ae Ae ere LILIUM REGALE ae ie 53 Queen of All Lilies- ? iS _ Newest and Grandest of Lilies; hardy, robust with - jmmense trumpet-formed white flowers, shaded brown outside golden-yellow throat Lovely beyond words to describe. $1.00 each; 6 for $5.00. — * or Prants anv Buuss For 1919 29 =; ASSN is Se! i rai TENUIFOLIUM, The Coral Lily We have a fine, large stock of this gem of Lilies. It is a great beauty and the brightest of all Lilies. Grows twenty-four inches high, with finely cut foliage, graceful stems and beautiful shaped flowers of a brilliant coral- red. One ought to grow it by the dozen it is so fine for cutting, and makes such grand clumps for the lawn. Blooms very early. Having grown a large stock of this exquisite Lily we can offer it at the low price of 20c each: 3 for 50c; 12 for $1.75; 100 for $12.00. a yt Secs. Joun* Lewis Cuiups, Inc., Frorat Parx, N. Y. Hardy Amaryllis, Hallii (Magic Lily, or Lycoris Squamigera) For twenty years we have had growing in one of the hardy. borders of our lawn a beautiful Amaryllis, which sends up tall flower scapes each year crowned with a cluster of large lavender-pink blossoms. Lately we have found a source of supply in Japan, and have imported it in quantity for several years, and it has now become very popular. Its luxuriant foliage appears in the spring and dies down in July. In August the tall flower scapes spring from the ground like magic, bearing immense clusters of exquisite and fragrant flowers. Our cut is a true photo of three bulbs showing twenty-four clusters of blooms. Perfectly hardy everywhere without protec- tion. Increases in size and beauty every year. Fall is the proper time to plant. Good Flowering Bulbs—40c each; 3 for $1.00; 12 for $3.50. Extra Large Bulbs—That should produce many flower stems, 50c each; 8 for $1.25; 12 for $4.50. ee ea. “2 4 - Fatzi Catatoce or Prants anp Burzs For 1919 | 3t si - os 5g 8 — WORLD’S GREATEST PEONIES ay Ay es We have many acres of Peonies, the largest stock in America. Peonies can no longer be im- ioe ported and will soon become very scarce and expensive. Plant now. __-‘The favorite of to-day, as it was fift Lux- ae ‘uxiant foliaee plane Sih “matitbedt Gombe tecurved The Old EARLY SCARLET is EONY _ ffowers of enormous size and rich colorings. Nothing ean _ surpass the intensity of the dark varieties that fairly This is the glorious old variety. Spratt with a radiant fire of richness, while the white Officinalis Rubra Plena—Immense double blossoms of and pale varieties are very soft and delicate in their the richest glowing crimson-red color. " «< 2. HELIANTI ew hybrid plant is of the Artichoke family, pro- owy golden-yellow flowers like Cosmos _ blos- dless profusion and immense quantities of , that are splendid eating fall, winter and ds beth heat and cold and will thrive any- oil, and as a flower it is very showy. 35c per doz ; Fatut Caratoc or PLants anp Buss For 1919 4 4S SEED OF CHOICE GREENHOUSE and WINDOW PLANTS We offer at special prices the following list of choice seed of greenhouse or window plants: Asparagus Sprengeri—Fine foliage............... 10 Abutilon—Choicest hybrids mixed, all colors....... 10 Begonia—Mixed Seed. Many kinds. Grand for ENS GEUGUL Go 5 boo Civd's'c 6 See eie eamseaae ues Calceolaria, Dwarf Hybrids—Large flowering, mxd.. .20 Chrysanthemum—Extra choice. All colors and va- — Tieties, mixed 7 Cyclamen, Grandifiorum—Choicest mixed colors.... .10 Cineraria, Dwarf Hybrids—Large flowering, mixed.. .20 Carnation, Monthly or Perpetual Tree—Mxd varieties. .20 Carnation, Hardy Hybrids—wHardy free bloomers Ex- tra fine for the garden or for pots. Many fine rate W SETURL! ee cre sas ed alee ss scion . Oca 10 Carnation, Margaret—Tine early bloomers......... 20 Coleus, Rainbow Leaved—Extra choice mixed...... Mes 2 Gioxinia—Choicest mixed Hybrids; magnificent..... 20 Geranium Zonale Extra Choice—Mixed............ 10 Geranium, Double Mixed—Saved especially for us from the finest new sorts and will produce some of the best double varieties in existence......... 30 Geranium, Bronze and Silver Tricolor—Fine foliage SUS eee BES SAS ee ee eee 20 Geranium, Pelargonium or Lady Washington—Fine SORE cee Sota Va. oF a SEGS he ie sic o2ece. + snes s coo muale 30 Gerbera, or Crimson Daisy—This flowers both sum- mer and winter, and makes a fine pot plant..... .20 Heliotrope, Lemoine’s Hybrids—Flowers soon from seed. Grandest of all Heliotropes.............. 10 Lantana—Fine mixed colors; dwarf free flowering... .10 Lemon Verbena ......... So ieee aeiay fo a ook ee ae ol 10 Palm, Filifera or Weeping—Very fine and easily PINON ie Aone ie bce et so GS Se eel haratece xa otal le Primula, Chinensis, Mixed—Very good .... 10 Primula, Fimbriata Globosa—Mixed colors. This isa new strain of Fimbriata, with many unusually large flowers of great substance and color; very Giear and: PleaSIN ee: . oo oc sa). tha aoc Sit Pee eer .20 Primula, Fimbriata, fi. pl. Double, Mixed Colors—tThe double Primulas are among the choicest of all winter plants. All colors, mixed, an extra choice 3. tor a ee R56 G aoe ees ie RPI PRS Primula, Obconica Hybrids—Strong plants of this are everbioomers, flowering for ten or twelve months at @ time, without a day’s intermission.......... 10 Rose Multifiora—With seed of these new Roses plants may be had in bloom in sixty days from time of sowing. Plant at any time............. 15 aN ER———V Ol AEUUITATIG sg cho a) 5.0 acaie ee a ee gee ee ss 05 LEY a a arr were Sy: ess Ds Saale ea aie eps Bethe = 05 Violet—Mixed sorts .......--..+-2----- eR le 10 Verbena, Mayfiower—Delicate pink and white....... 10 ee "TREE ONION MOTHER BULBS AA Joun Lewis Cups, Inc., Froran Park, N. Y. a SE a Ln = A GRAND NEW _ GRAIN». "<2 ys2seas _ This wonderful new-Rye has qualities which will com- mend it to every farmer.- No matter where Situated it will prove to be twice as valuable as the old variety. Mammoth White is an extra high-yielding. Strain that stools so freely as to produce twelve heads from one seed. Valuable for grain and makes the best early spring pasture for all kinds of stock. Wlil grow on any soil and make big yields. The land can hardly be too poor for it. Valuable for green manuring and soil- ing purposes. Used for a grain crop its straw makes the best bedding, and if carefully threshed sells at high prices for manufacturing purposes. It is also an excel- lent green manuring crop for turning under in the early spring. Sow at the rate of one and one-half bushels per tented Xo ii SSCS TSA RTARTA RO NORE AGENS GENRE TITRE RIOT Te Seeing sone 2 eae eee acre on poor Jand; one bushel on good land. Price, by mail postpaid, per ounce, 10c; per pound, 35c; 3 pounds, 75¢c; 7 pounds, $1.50. By express or. freight, at buyer’s expense, peck, 75c; Dushel, $2.25; 4 bushels, ,$8.00, including bags. — THE NEW ROSEN RYE Now that Rosen Rye can be obtained of us at very moderate prices it should be sown exclusively. Don’t sow both common Rye and Rosen Rye as they-will cross fertilize. Farmers who have grown Rye know that fifteen to twenty bushels per acre is what they can expect, Such farmers, who changed to the Rosen Rye, are now getting twenty-five to thirty bushels, and forty to forty-five bushel yields are not very uncommon, In a news dis- patch to an Indianapolis newspaper, about the yield of grain in northern Indiana this year, was this statement: “Rosen Rye is outyielding common Rye from 50-to 100 per cent.” ..Mr. Carlton “Hatton, southern Michigan, wrote August 5, 1918: “ZI have grown Rosen Rye five years and the crops have averaged just about double the yield of common Rye. In one instance I furnished a neighbor five bushels to sow on one-third of a 20-aere fleid and common rye was on the palance. The number of bushels threshed was the same from each.” -- E. Cc. Fowler, a county agent in Michigan, wrote: ‘I can say from my-own experience that when Rosen Rye is sown early: it will- stand considerable pasturing. TI have in mind one field- where three pecks were sown per acre, it was pastured some and then: 540 bushels were threshed out from the fourteen acres.” Many farmers who were wheat growers are turning to Rosen Rye. — J. M. Nicholson, specialist for Michigan Agricultural College, wrote: ‘‘Pure Rosen Rye has performed phe- . nomenally in this State.”’-. Compared to common Rye, Rosen Rye has shorter, stiffer straw; greater leaf- surface; long, larger heads; better filled heads; larger, longer, plumper grains; and yields 50 per cent more to twice as much. ; nee Price—By mail, postpaid, per oz., 10c; Ib., 40¢; 3 Ibs., $1.00; 7 Ibs., $2.00. By expres: or freight at buyer’s expense, Peck, $1.00; bushel, $3.00; 2 bushels, $9.00. including bags. - iene | ee ot, = a ae ; ssf « He se ek =) Bic: : ; ; : oie ; Are nsene ‘ ; * rt bi « as Sry Skee me nome anita re Ie pert os TINT ie ae: Az i! Pee . a e f moose i hotel ee ee ee FLORAL PARK LAWN GRASS | Not even fine trees and beautiful flowers add as much beauty to the home surroundings as does a fine, velvety lawn. To secure a fine, elose, even pe ; it is absolutely necessary to use proper grasses. .Good, deep, rich color, rat 5 Fa turfy, compact habit, stooling out well from the bottom, and they must be able to stand the sun as well, and a considerable amount of drouth, without injury, ¥ We have a mixture of grasses that meet all these requirements. We use fa at Floral Park, where it has been much admired. We have sold it in every a State and Territory in the United States, and_it has given entire cats : in every location. It grows quickly, making @ fine green sward in a few es es A whole season’s drought will not kill out this grass. It may dry and rae a brown as possible, yet the first good rain will immediately bring it up ah “el and velvety. : ee Pint, 20c; quart, 35c; peck, $2.00; per bushel, $7.50; prepaid by exp. or par. - oS a et ee it oo eae ee ee ee) Fauu adeer oF PLAnTs AND Buss For 1919 45 AMERICAN MASTODON PANSIES PERFECT MARVELS IN SIZE AND BEAUTY These Pansies have a robust vigor unknown in other Strains. Flowers larger than the Trimardeau, with the Substance and rounded form of the.German strains. a touch of the masterpiece in the artistic curves cf the petals, the wonderful colors of the Orchid Pansies and a delicate fragrance like the’ violet-Scented. : The. cool, damp climate of Oregon and Washington has developed this strain of Pansy larger in size, richer in colors, and far more vigorous and rugged in growth than any Other strain yet introduced to cultivation. This is absolutely the truth and leaves nothing further-to be Said; yet, believing ali this, he who plants them. will surely more than realize his expectations. The enormous size of blooms, nearly four inches across, clear tones of color and -with wonderful tints and variegations and free flowering qualities, even through -the -hot summer weather, will be a-revelation. They are also very early, Dlooming-two to four weeks quicker than other Pansies, Mixed Colors—Such as white with dark center, dark blue and light blue, pure white, black, lavender, violet, - blue, bronze (new), royal purple (new), rose, cerise- ~ red, red with silver rim, mahogany, yellow, wine-col- “ored, red and gold, lavender and gold, striped, mar- gined, etc. 10c per pkt. of 100 seeds; 3 pkts. for 25c; %*0Z., $2.00... Superfine Mixture—This contains a few rare new colors -hot_found in the general mixture, and is Selected seed from-choicest blooms. 20c per pkt.,-3 for 50c. Adonis—Lovely sky-blue. Very large and fine. Grand Duke White—Finest pure white Pansy. Grand Duchess White—Snow-white with large blue see center. Very large and perfectly exquisite. Black—Very deep; rich coal-black. Yellow—Rich and showy. A great bedding color. 2SSts oe & ee ag oe ae ae PHOTO OF A PLANT OF GRAND DUCHESS WHITE and com- variety binations of rich colors in bronze, brown, old goia, Bronze—This shows a _ bewildering yellow, ete. Very interesting, as no two plants pro- duce flowers exacily alike. Madame Perret Red——Brilliant and bautiful shades of red, deep pink, scarlet, etc., are shown in the flushed “faces of this exquisite variety. : Elks Purple—A genuine royal purple self, of fine form, ereat substance, and enormous size. : : Prince Henry—Rich dark blue. Huge size and_ great beauty. - ; Mile. Isabelle—A mammoth ruffed Mastodon now first offered. Color bronze, a few may be yellow. A sen- sation in color, size and form. Price per pkt. of 100 seeds, 20c; 3 pkts. for 50c; the - collection-of 10 separate colors for $1.50. They all “come very true. _ Mastodon Greenhouse Special—A wonderful collection of rich velvety shades, many light. colors in great variety and huge size with fine long stems... Especiall) recommended for growing in frames or cool green- houses. You will see the finest Pansies in the world -if-you grow these. Pkt., 30c; 2 pkts., 50c. Ice-Proof Mastodon Pansy Plants _ Special offer for late fall and spring delivery. We grow young vigorous plants of the Mastodon Pansy in open ground from September-sown seed that are ready for delivery from November to May. For the South- ern and Pacific States we can ship in November or De- cember, for colder latitudes shipments are made-as early in springas the plants can be put out. They are hard- ened by the ice and snows of winter,.and in spring are ready to jump into vigorous growth and bloom, giving immense satisfaction. We mail plants Safely to all points—Maine to California ; ‘ Price of Ice-Proof Mastodon Pansy Plants—-Mixed Colors —Postpaid, 12 for 35c; 25 for 60c; 100 for $2.00; 500 for $9.00; 1000 for $16. HARDY PERENNIALS from SEED These are all hardy plants which live in the garden year after year, blooming every spring or summer with little or no care. Sown in late summer or fall they Lloom finely next season. Aster Alpina—Flowers in profusion early in spring, and are the size of a large wild Daisy, about three inches ecross, composed of a double row of intensely blue petals surrounding a yellow center. Pkt., 10c. Aquilegia, or Columbine—Curious flowers, extremely graceful, and borne in great quantities high above the foliage which itself is very attractive. Prize mixture; 100 varieties, double and single. Pkf., 5c. Campanula—Large, bell-shaped flowers, very cheerful and attractive. Colors, blue, white, pink, etc. Double mixed colors. A fine strain. Pkt., 5c. Cailiopsis Lanceolata—Flowers rich. yellow, of large size and borne on long, graceful stems. PkKtT., 5c. Hardy Candytuft—Plants are a solid mass of white at just the time when flowers are most scarce. Pkt., 5c. Delphinium—tTall, stately growing, with immense spikes of flowers in all shades of lavender, mauve, pale, me- dium and deep, dark blues. Mixed colors. Pkt., 5c. Foxglove, Monster Branching—tThis is a very tall grower with a dense spike of bloom often five feet high. Branches freely, also, and is in bloom for a Jong period. The flowers are of varying shades. Pkt., 10¢. Garden Pinks—AIso sometimes called Spice Pinks. Nothing finer. Mixed colors. Pkt., 10¢. Hollyhock (Double)—One of the finest of all perennials and unsurpassed as a stately, imposing plant for back- grounds, screens, center of wide borders, etc. Double, mixed colors. Very choice, embracing over twenty different shades. Pkt., 10c. Picotee Pinks—These are the ever lovely, hardy garden Carnations. Mixed colors. Pkt., 10c. Perennial Phicx—New hybrids; all colors mixed; per- fectly magnificent. Sow in fall. Pkt., i0c. Perennial Peas—No praise can be too high for this lovely ironclad vine that blooms constantly from early summer until late autumn. PKtf., 5€. Snapdragon—Newer improved sorts, now among the most popular of all garden flowers. Mixed. Pkt., 10c. Sweet William—One of the best edging plants for the border, rich and varied colors. Very fragrant. Pkt., 5c. Sweet William Everblooming—Such a bewildering array of superb colors combined in flowers of different form and size was never before seen. Begins to bloom in April, continuing all summer and fall. Pkt., 10ce. Poppy, Iceland Mixed—tThe colors are exceedingly bright and novel. - Lemon, yellow, orange, salmon, white, scarlet, etc. They bloom all the season through. Sown early this fall they will begin blooming next spring and make a brilliant show. Pkt., 10c., Poppy, Perennial, Mixed Hybrids—Each bloom is as large aS a saucer, and sits perched like a bird on the end of a swaying, hairy, slender stem, high above the deeply-incised and handsome foliage. Pkt., 15c. Above Collection of 17 Perennials for $1.00. ‘(A WILD PERENNIAL BED A fine mixture of all the best and hardiest Hardy Perennials, sueh as. are suitable for a wild hed, or a mixture for any out of the way place. These plants, once started, will bloom profusely year after year. Large pkt., 10c; 6 pKts. for 50c. - Early Flowering Mixed—25 finest colors. the garden for summer display. New Early SPENCER SWEET PEAS Best of all—And best. sown in fall Early (or Winter) Flowering Sweet Peas are the ones ee to plant above all others. They are used for green- ~~ houses for winter-blooming, but are equally valuable 4 for the garden as they begin flowering weeks before others do and are consequently in bloom weeks longer. s rhey are among the very finest of the Spencer types and _ give one a long season of glorious bloom, coming very —_ ~ e early, when flowers will be better than those whieh — 4 come later. Shen Early Flowering Blanche Ferry (Spencer)—The irue large ruffled pink and white always so popular. ee Early Flowering Lavende pink of the larger type. x ees ia Early Flowering Mrs. Skach—Extra fine clear pink. — Early Flowering Red Orchid—Deep solid crimson-red. Early Flowering WYenus—Flushed white with- picotee — » edge. Very fine. a Early Flowering Snow White—Pure white, large, fin Early Flowering Yarrawa—Bright rosy pink, light win r Pink—Very lovely lavender-— Price, 15c per pkt.; 3 for 40c; the 8 sorts for scription. Each flower looks like a bea with spreading wings of delicate, varied and | colors. Plants dwarf, compact and solid pyran blooms, and best of all easily grown from see mencing to bloom in about two months from of sowing. As pot-plants for window cult winter, they are in bloom for several month easily raised as a weed, either in pots ee PKt., J0C>-— F. aul * 4 wa vo Select New _Piumosus Nanus—A egrand plant with Faxut Catatoce or Pirants anp- Buss ror 1919 . AG OR RECENTLY _ INTRODUCED Window or Greenhouse Plants in plants we offer comparatively few varieties, only such as are of unusual merit, new or of recent introduc- tion, and which will give great pleasure. We are careful to send out only well=Pooted, healthy stock, and to offcr only such varieties as are sure to give complete satisfaction—the very best of their kinds. AZALEA FIREFLY AZATEA FIREFLY -- One of the finest bloomers, and very best in all respects of all pot Azaleas. Brilliant scarlet, and blooms in such profusion that it is like a bouquet. 40c each; 3 for $1. ABUTILON, GIANT FLOWERED Two very fine new Abutilons are here offered for the first time. They produce flowers of wonderful size and beauty far superior to any of the older sorts. Foliage is also very vigorous and handsome. _Giant Flowered Yelliow—Immense wide spreading blos- soms of a fine, clear lemon-yellow. Giant-Flowered Pink—A rich, dark pink of great size and wonderful beauty. ; New Trailing—A- novelty of most startling quality and importance. This wonderful Abutilon has rich, deep green leaves all beautifully spotted rich yellow. Flow- ers long and somewhat trumpet-shaped of the richest blood-scarlet color, while the graceful slender branches will grow several feet in length, trailing superbly from a suspended pot, or may be trained as a climber. In either form it is a plant of striking beauty and novelty. It created a sensation at the big international Flower Show in New York last March. Fine plants. 25c each; the 3 for 60c. ASPARAGUS wide-spreading foliage which is very fine, soft and feathery. Nothing else so good as this to make up with cut flowers._ Sprengeri—A variety of the finest ornamental qualities. for hanging or bracket pots. 25¢ each; the 2 for 40c. BEGONIA MIGNON HYBRIDS New Large-fiowering Varieties, Always Loaded With Fiowers, indoors or Out. These beautiful quick-flowering Hybrids of Begonia Gracilis are among the best and easiest grown plants, either for pots or bedding. Plants bloom very quickly from seed and are easily raised. Colors, white, blush, pink, rose, crimson, etc. Make exquisite pot plants, al- ways in bloom. No better bedding or pot plants than these superb Begonias. New Luminaris—For bedding it blooms abundantly all the time from early till late, and its foliage is a rich bronzy-crimson color, while the large showy blossoms are another shade of crimson or scarlet, the whole making a most showy mass. AS a pot plant it is a great bloomer, with live green foliage. Pearl White—Large, snow-white. New Bonfire—Bright rosy scarlet. Primadonna—New, exquisite, large pink. 20c each; the 4 for 65c. GIANT BEGONIA—IMMENSE A new flowering Begonia of wonderful size and beauty. The clusters of crimson-pink blossoms are as large as a man’s hat. Plant grows two to three feet tall with handsome spotted foliage. Blooms all year round, and is a superb new plant in every way. 50€¢€ each. GIANT BEGONIA THURSTONI A large growing plant and a perpetal bloomer. Flow- ers rosy pink, in clusters, leaves large, like polished ebony, of an emerald green color, underneath dull blood red; very ornamental. 50c each. - ACALYPHA SANDERI A straight, stout branching plant. clothed with large green leaves of good substance, and out of the axil of every leaf grows a spike of blossoms, glowing crimson- searlet in color. Twenty to fifty inches long, as large around as one’s finger and looks like a long piece of crim- son-scarlet chenille cord. They last for months before fading and before they fall off several other spikes have started out in the same leaf axil, and it is thus always in bloom—January to December. Even tiny plants in thumb-pots bloom, though, of course, the spikes are proportionately smaller. 25c each; 3 for 60C. AGAPANTHUS UMBELLATUS A most beautiful pot plant which was popular fifty years ago, but now almost lost sight of. It bears great clusters of Lily-like blossoms which are very attractive. We have a fine lot of plants. Mixed cclors, white and blue. Price, 25c each; 3 for 60c. 48 Joun Lewis Curups, Inc., Firorat Parx, N. Y. : New and Fine Flowering Plants Shown in Color Inside Front Cover ASCLEPIAS CURASSIVICA A new plant of unusual merif, as it is a perpetual bloomer, producing large clusiers of orange-scarlet blos- some at all times. It, however, blooms most freely from December to Easter. It is really one of the finest pot plant we have ever grown, and is sure to give great satisfaction. So far as we Know it has never before been offered in any catalog. Stock is scarce and in great demand. 40c each; 3 for $1.00. COLEUS, TRAILING QUEEN Leaves green with bright red center shading to yellow at base, bordered with chocolate markings. One of the most charming and beautiful foliage plants known. A free, rapid and easy grower. Blooms freely in winter, dense spikes of lovely blue Lobelia-like blossoms. 25¢ each; 3 for 60c. IMPATIENS .QLIVERI A large-growing Impatients, with. immense blossoms, that look like an orchid in shape; and color a delicate Javender-tinted light pink. Good as a window plant, and it will bloom all the year round. Strong, handsome foliage, and a free and easy grower. Few better flower- ing plants than this. 30c each; 4 for $1.00. CHRYSANTHEMUM INODORUM SNOWBALL A splendid plant of the Chrysanthemum family which ere produces pee sone SnD ie en Seon: all abe yeu oF : round, aS a po nt, o i 1e garden. has nica cent: acl cut foliage like the Plumed Aspara- NEW PERPETUASE BLOOMING gus, or poe ferns. which ante prey Oa EE or Oty : E : As a winter oomer, especially for e holidays, it is areal gem. 30c each; 4 for-$1.00. ; CHRYSANTHEMUM ; “GLORY OF SEVEN OAKS” Introduced by us four years ago and we have sold one hundred thousand plants which have in every case proved a delight and satisfaction to our patrons. ~Blooms pro- fusely all winter in pots as a window or conservatory plant. Flowers four to five inches across on stems two to three feet. Begins blooming in thumb pots. Also perfectly hardy in the open ground and blooms_-all sum- mer and fall. Just think of it, a magnificent large Chry- santhemum blooming all summer bedded out, or all the year around in pots. Flowers brightest golden yellow, double to the very center,-of large -size and borne in clusters of three to six. 30c each; 2 for 50c. _ : BUDDLEIA FARQUHARI We all know and love the beautiful new Butterfly bush, such a charming hardy schrub. This new variety is — equally valuable, but is # winter bloomer, flowering freely nearly all winter. Color creamy white. Easily ‘ grown in any window and makes a nice compact bushy : plant. The flowers are very beautiful and graceful. 40c each; 3 for $1.00. ee CARNATIONS %= gees : We have the best named sorts in all colors, and can 4 supply large fleld grown plants at 30c each; 4 for $1.00. ie Pee fl 7 CAPE JESSAMINE or GARDENTA ~ Everblooming—This grand novelty does not differ from the coreencel Cape’ Jessattine or Gardenia exeept it plossoms the year round, while the old sort blossoms only a short time m the spring. The flowers of this are very large and perfect, with pure white, wax-like petals and glorious fragrance. Large, double and sur- — passingly lovely. A good plant will show flowers every = day in the year, and it is an easy thing to man- age, growing well as a window plant. 50¢ each. Ae 5 Dwarf, or Baby—This very dwarf form of the grand ~s old Cape Jessamine forms a most compact and bushy — plant which is perfectly smothered in a profusion of snow-white( waXx-like blossoms like perfect Roses, have a powerful fragrance The blossoms are large and as fine in every way as the old ¥ Plants bloom when only three or four inches and are exquisitely beautiful. A very Hne ~ 50e each. Both kinds for 85ce. — es d * ght ie 5 . a ee “6 ees I NZ SOY iy ?. | WWW WAN Vy \\ ECHINOCE REUS PICTINA i osue 4 ©eautiful Cacti We offer fine healthy plants of a few of the finest TUS Cacti. Those that succeed well in pots and flower ea ardlly. Must have sandy soil, sunlight and little Echinocereus Caespitosus—This is one of the most charming Mexican species, and nearly always blooms in a few weeks after planting. Even when only one or two inches high it will produce one or more of its lovely flowers. It is bright magenta in color, double and three inches across. Don’t fail to plant this lovely sort. 50¢ each. : Echinocereus Pictinatus—We have here decidedly one of the very best plants for blooming that can possibly be obtained. Strong single plants will often bear twelve and fifteen flowers, and open four and five at one time, and small planis will bloom profusely also. The flowers are simply enormous, often measuring three and one-half inches across, and of a beautiful bright purplish pink, and very fragrant. One flower will scent a whole house. The plant itself is very or- namental, the spines being pure white and so closely pressed to the stem that they can be handled without harm. We recommend it highly. 60c each. Echinocactus Setispinus—One of the best bloomers to be had. Will bloom from early spring until late in the fall, and then be brightened during winter with a coral-red fruit. The flowers are very large, yellow, with beautiful red rircle inside; very fragrant and much admired. Should be placed in the sun when about to bloom. 60c each. Rainbow—The plant is covered with a network of spines which appear in rings of different colors, ranging from creamy white to deep crimson, hence its name ‘‘Rain- bow.” It is @ most beautiful plant at all times, but when in bloom its grandeur is unsurpassed, having flowers four inches across, bright crimson with a white center. Fine large plants, 60c each. fy ea Empress—tThis grand Cactus is like the vight Blooming Cereus in size but beautiful pink in color and borne by the score for a long period, each flower keeping perfect several days. It is one of the choicest. pot plants. Blooms every year no matter how small the plant is. A little plant only a few ‘jnches high will often show several magnificent flowers. Very easy to grow. 50cC each, Cereus Wd \V/F unsurpassed. Echinopsis Mulleri—A_ most beautiful flower, and as easily grown as a Geranium in any window. It flow- ers for months, the long necked plant on all sides as you see in the cut. d superlative beauty. A plant in ing floral objects that can be found. 40¢ each, ‘ ie Echinocactus ‘Texensis —- This very -handsome sort is found in many forms. Plants vary in size from three to twelve inches across; flowers very large, yellowish rosé and, beautifully fringed; followed by large seed pods that are ex- tremely ornamental, and remain for several months in a bright red color, : We cannot too highly recommend this. 50c each. «oe SV NIGHT Grandifiora—The true Night Biooming from the Miter Mountains of Mexico. Has deliciously fragrant white flowers, a foot across, and of a fascinat- ing beauty impossible to describe. It is a rapid grower, and free bloomer. handsomest flower that blooms we should say the True Night Blooming Cereus. Fine plants, 75¢c each. Color soft, satiny pink, of & ZZ flower is one of the most fascinat- 7/7 CG | eI \ WA ER SG WN H SSS WITH t JS BLOOMING CEREUS Cereus If we were asked to name the Its delicate beauty is blossoms coming from the bulb-like SAN} i}/ x 50 JouN Lewis CHILps, S COPYRIGHT \ ~ Is03 Z sy J.LCHILDS. NIFLORA As @ winter-bloomer this plant has no superior.. No matter how small a plant may be, it is bound to be full of bloom ali winter long. Color, intense crimson-scarlet and blossoms are produced so profusely as to completely wreathe every branch in brilliancy. Flowers keep perfect two months before fading. Fine plants for blooming this winter. 25c¢C each; 8 for 60c. OLEANDER What home is complete without its tub of Oleander? A very attractive plant that can be grown in almost apy soil or situation, kept growing all the year, or rested in the cellar. its dark green, willow-like foliage is in itself neat and pleasing; but when it blooms it is beautiful beyond expression with its many large, delicate satin- like flowers. Pink—Large blossoms of fine rosy pink. Very double. White—Magnificent large snow-white, double. Crimson—Fine deep crimson-red. Exira. Yellow—Large and very beautiful. Yellow—Large and very beautiful—single. 30c each; the 5 for $1.25. ~ ORANGES AND LEMONS - Otaheite Orange—An extra fine pot plant, with glossy leaves, the true fragrant Orange blooms and abundant little bright Oranges that will hang on the little bush like balls of gold for six months after they are ripe. They will bloom and fruit in a two-inch pot, and we have seen a plant in a common window that was but. fifteen inches high and had twenty-five Oranges on it. With good sunlight they are never out of fruit from one year’s end to another. In beauty, grace and fragrance there is nothing like the delicate, leafy sprays of bloom, so exquisite, dainty, lovely and adorable. Strong plants. 40c each; 3 for $1.00. Double-fiowered Orange—A plant of dwarf, bushy growth, suitable for pots, but in Orange sections, it is the most beautiful flowering tree for the garden ever seen. Flowers as large as a silver half-dollar, full, double and of much greater fragrance than -the single. Blooms profusely asa small plant in pots, like the Otaheite, but always growing larger, and it bears fruit, too. 50c each; large plants, $1.00. j Wonder Lemon—A Lemon that can be easily grown in pots as a Geranium and which produces fruit weigh- ing from one to three pounds each. These enormous fruits are borne on plants one to two feet high, grow- ng in as or six-inch pots. Strong plants. 40¢c each; or $1.00. New Otaheite Lemon—A superb novelty in the form of a very dwarf Lemon for pot culture, which corre- sponds in all respects to the Otaheite Orange. Blooms abundance of beautiful little lemons and bears an abundance of beautiful little lemons which are as handsome as the blossoms. 75c each. ‘For $1.75 we will send one of each of the above 4. Inc., Firorat Park, N. Y.. GENISTA. - ~~ Wanamaker—In presenting this new Boston Fern we — feel confident that it will make a place for itself. A “sport”? from Scholzeli, with longer, narrower, grace- fully drooping fronds. It_is not so compact in growtt and is a durable house Fern. It is a rapid grower - making an abundance of fronds, and is quite dist from any other. 40c. oa Stag Horn, Splendida or Big Four—The most wonderful — Fern of them all. it combines the good qualities of — the four most popular sorts. It has the grace of a “Boston,” the wavy effect of a “Roosevelt,” the flu effect of an “Ostrich Plume,” and the uniquen the “Fish Tail.” Some fronds will be straight © ton,” others will be true ‘Roosevelt,’ in ot t ends of tne pinnae will be the feathery “Ostrich — Plume,” while in others the ends of the pinnae will — be the genuine ‘Fish Tail.” This is the strongest grower of the Nephrolepis. We have no hesitancy in saying that this is the most valuable of all. It well deserves the name of “Gig Four Fern.” 40c. Superior—New; now offered for the first time. A and fine sort, the fronds varying greatly, sp into all sorts of classes and forms. It is sure come very popular. $1.00 each. Re Above 7 Fancy Fronds for $2.60 i | ryt Bs OT 4 7s Fatt Catratoc or PLants anp Bugs ror 1919 55 OBCONICA, or Monarch: Primrose These are new large-flowering Obconica-Sinensis Hy- brids of various colors, as large and fine as Primula- Sinensis. Colors, pink, violet, blush, rose, lilac, white, etc. Very charming flowers, being borne in large trusses, and at all times of the year in great profusion. They bloom very quickly from seed, and the large showy blossoms are borne constantly for a year, and when we realize that these flowers are as large as P. Sinensis, and almost as varied in color, their great value is at once apparent. Plants very vigorous and as-easily grown as & Geranium, Seed— All colors mixed,-15c per pkt. Plants Mixed—Fine healthy stock, ready to bloom. 15¢ each; 3 for 30¢. Big Crimson—tThe largest and highest colored Prim- rose. Very showy crimson. 25c each. PRIMULA MALACOIDES NEW LARGE-FLOWERING A novelty of last year. Very profuse with hun- dreds of egraceful flower stems, bearing sprayed clusters of exquisite white flowers. Hardy, robust and as easily grown as a pot plant. This has proved to be one of the very finest winter-blooming plants yet introduced. It blooms all winter long in wonderful profusion, and is a success in any window. New Giant white, very large and fine. New Giant Violet-Rose—A lovely shade of lilac, or violet-rose. Flowers very large and profuse. Plants—20c each; $2.00 per doz. Seed, Mixed—Both colors. Plants from seed bloom in about two months. Pkt., 2UGe SDR Sis DOC: RUELLIA ROSEMAID _A lovely free-flowering plant for winter. Foliage beau- tifully variegated, and the lomg tubular blossoms are a bright rosy-pink color so unusually beautiful as to catch every eye. Blooms all winter long, and highly attrac- tive in both flower and foliage. Of easiest culture in GF PRIMULA MALACOIDES any window. -20c each; 3 for 50c. White—Pure BA STAPELIA VARIEGATA Not strictly a Cactus, but resembles one in habit and appearance. Thick, succulent stems and star-shaped, spotted maroon, brown and yellow blossoms, very odd and striking: Flowers throughout the year. The flowers are thick and leathery, resembling the skin or a reptile. it is exceedingly attractive. 30c each. CYCLAMEN GRANDIFLORUM Few pot plants are so desirable as Cyclamen, es- pecially for win- ter - blooming. They are of the most delicate blush and pink shades prevail- ing. Q&ften the flowers will be spotted and marked, and finely variegat- ed. The foliage is beautiful, be- ing variegated with different shades of green and phelps. to show off the flowers which rise above it to a remarkable degree. Giant White—Pure white: enormous size. Giant Carmine—Very bright. Giant Pink—Exquisiie shades. Price, fine bulbs, 35c each; the 3 for $1.00. Giant Mixed-——All colors, 25c each; 3 for 60e. SANSEVERIA ZEALANICA There is scarcely a decora- tive plant listed that is more striking in foliage and habit than this, and certainly none other that will stand as much downright neglect and hard- ship. It will grow in a dark hall, cool bedroom, or stand on a mantel in a heated room. It will stand gas and dust, and will go for months without a drop of water, yet remain @s thrifty as ever. Erect, rigid, sword-like leaves, thick and fleshy, dark ereen with clouded bars of white. In May or June it sends up long, plumy spikes of soft feathery whiteness. Just the plant for sunless windows or hails, where nothing else will grow. 95e each; 3 for 60¢c. 2) DS Dy a i pee 5° tea - 56 J OHN ‘Lewis Cuixps, inc:, Fiorau Pank,; NoYes ees New Everblooming PELARGONIUMS These new Pelargoniums are considered by many to be the finest pot piants in cultivation. Surely they are the greatest novelty in window plants that has been introduced In twenty years. Habit, strong, compact, and bushy, with the strongest constitution and great Wealth of beautiful, luxuriant foliage. _The plants are perpetual in blooming habit, espe- cially from March to September. They are like the largest specimen plants of the most exquisite Azaleas, with flowers equally large, the petals beautifully curved and cupped, and borne in endless profusion. - Two planis in five-inch pots produced, respectively, from April to June 30, 139 and-126 trusses of magnificent blooms, five or six immense flowers to each truss. . No plant is easier to grow in any window or garden. In this respect it is as much superior to the old sorts as if is larger and more magnificent in flower and foliage. Flowers freely all summer bedded outd. Easter Greeting—Brilliant rose, each of the five large petals being marked with a large brown-black spot in the center. _ The spot is bordered with scarlet daintily penciled with crimson. The combination is very striking. The florets are very large, from two and one-quarter to three and one-quarter inches in di- ameter, and are very durable either on the plant or when cut. 35c each. Easter Morn—A sport from the above and just like it except in color, which is a. light lavender-pink, the large brown-black blotches being beautifully penciled, feathered and flushed brilliant scarlet. Blooms con- tinualy and is a very rich color. 30c each. Easter—A new sport with bright carmine blossoms showing large velvety blotches. Has all good qualities of above two sorts for pots or bedding. 45c. Easter Star—Large reddish scarlet flowers with regular black blotches. Toned with purplish carmine. Very effective. Robust and free. 50¢. All 4 sorts for $1.60. Clorinda—This Pelargonium is rare and quite unknown, although exceedingly fine. Foliage rich, deep, healthy green and very fragrant when crushed in the hand. Flowers large, bright, rosy cerise. 30c. BEAUTIFUL SALVIAS = The most brilliant and continuous bloomers of all pot plants. 32885 : a ; Greigi Rose Scarlet—This is a hard-wooded Shrub about two feet, branching freely, and hardly ever.out of bloom. It stands alike the cold winters and hot dry — summers of Kansas, and the severe cold of New Eng- | land. “Instead of a long tubular flower like other — Salvias, the flower of Greigi is short with a wide spreading face that is of the softest, sweetest rosy scarlet color. ever seen. A soft restful brilliancy. — In addition .to being a perpetual blooming small Shrub for the garden, it makes a most superb pot plant, — blooming profusely, especially during winter. In fact, — valuable as it is for the open ground, it is still more © useful and beautiful as a pot plant. It flowers at once from small cuttings and has an agreeably fragrant OT Sean bee like the Lemon Verbena. 25c¢ each; 5 for .00. ? Greigi Snow White—Like the above except in color. 25¢. 4 NEW SALVIA SPLENDENS These are’all winderfully fine and make brilliant and most attractive winter-bloomers Toayn Plumed—By far the very finest Salvia grown.. Its bril- liancy and flowering qualities are wonderful. New White—A new pure white Salvia Splendens. New Pink—A rich crushed strawberry-pink novelty. Tas Bicolor—Calyx mottled white and scarlet. Tube deep rosy scarlet. nas. 20c each; the 4 for 75c. z i BABY RUBBER PLANT (Ficus) This makes a beautiful pot plant, growing two to three feet high with the beautiful waxy green leaves — Fi (but smaller) which make the old Rubber Plant so highly prized. It branches freely and is highly or {eer mental. —- 30c each. Fartz Catratoe oF Prants AND Buss For 1919 57 , __...ROSE, WINTER GEM The Greatest Pot Bloomer of all Fine Roses One of the greatest Rose novelties in years, owing both to its beauty and unparalled bloom- ing qualities. It is a Tea Rose of remarkably strong and vigorous growth and a prodigious bloomer all the year. It flowers all the time, particularly during the winter, hence its name, The blossoms are borne on long, graceful stems, ‘are of large size wd a lovely crimson-pink color. Buds perfectly exquisite and the open flower full ‘and double. It is the strongest, hardiest, most vigorous and rapid growing Tea Rose in cultiva- tion. One plant of it will produce more good ‘Roses in the year than twelve plants of any other “Tea Rose grown. This is saying a good deal, but it is true. The plant will bloom continually and nothing but killing it outright will check it. The blossoms are singularly beautiful in shape, color and poise, and most delicately scented. More fragrant than any other Tea Rose. It is so strong ‘and vigorous that it nevér mildews, and is a rapid grower, blooming at once from smali cuitings. The greatest Rose for amateurs and one that will positively bloom prodigiously in any window at all times of the year. Strong, well established plants, grown especially for winter-blooming, and ready at once. Fine plants, 25c each; 3 for 60c. OXALIS .ORTGIESI shrubby plant like a Geranium or Fuchsia without bulbs, in which respect it differs from other Oxalis. It grows -12 to 18 inches in height, -branching freely and loaded at all times with clusters of bright golden star- shaped flowers, which do not close at night like other Oxalis. Beautiful as the flowers are it is still a splendid plant without them, on account of its highly ornamental foliage. The leaves are three lobed, dark olive green above, and a beautiful shining metallic crimson-purple underneath, with wine-colored stems. This makes it a truly novel plant, as well as a very beautiful one, and it is surprising to see what attention it will attract. No one can tell what it is, and- least of all would any one suspect it was an Oxalis. Remember that this plant is perpetually in bloom. 30c each; 4 for $1. ‘The Poinsettia is probably the most decorative pot plant for Christmas and New Years we have. Yet how ‘seldom seen. Notwithstanding the fact that it is an €asily grown pot or window plant, and is sure to bloom - at its proper time. We have some vigorous young _ Plants that ought to do well and make a good pot of _ flowers the coming holidays. 35c each. _. _ Plants mailed in paper pots without disturbing roots, _ 50c each; 3 for $1,25. > RESURRECTION PLANT . A hall of tightly folded leaflets, dry and dead. Drop ta _ it in @ bowl of water and in a short time there is a ION ate Pea 1O08e, expanded rosette of fine fern-like leaves, = Ves oth odd and beautiful. This can be repeated many PLANT. ~~ =C=4 = _the plant curling tightly together when dry, ex- SS Ete: = } ~~ 5 WSS Se5 ing when soaked. — 10c each;~-3 for 25c. sot BY JLOALDS. 58 Joun Lewis Cuinps, Inc.; Fiorau Parx, N. Y. a Buddleia, Butterfly Shrub—Clusters of large, sweet- scented flowers, measuring twelve to eighteen inches in length, closely resembling a Lilac in color and ‘gen- eral appearance, but continues to bloom all summer in great profusion and until after the first frost. It is a vigorous growing, hardy Shrub, and when better known is certain to become as popular as the hardy Hydrangea for shrubberies. Without doubt the best new shrub of recent introduction. It also makes a splendid pot plant. Deutzia Lemoinei—One of the greatest recent novelties in flowering shrubs. It makes a low compact bush which in June is oaded down with large, round, snow- pall-like clusters of pure white flowers. We know of nothing more beautiful for the garden, yet it has the added merit of being a grand pot plant for winter blooming. It is not too large for a pot and blossoms very finely at any time during winter. It is becoming very popular for Easter. Deutzia Crenata Magnifica—A shrub of phenomenal beauty and unlike any other Deuizia. Stems large, bronze-green, middle-sized leaves, pointed and finely toothed. Numberless flowers in the form of crowded panicles, round, opening in large, full, double blos- soms. It blooms freely in May. Hydrangea Paniculata—Generally considered the most valuable and ornamental shrub in existence. Bushy and robust, every branch tipped in midsummer with an immense close panicle of flat snow-white flowers of gigantic size. The trusses of bloom are ten to twelve inches long and nearly as thick through, last- ing for two or three months, turning pinkish toward the last. No other shrub makes such a show on the lawn or is so universally admired. Grand for ceme- tery use, and always blooms finely the first summer. Hydrangea Snowbali—This might be called a perpetual blooming Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora. It is cer- tainly superior to that grand old sort, in that it begins blooming in May or June and continues in great pro- fusion until frost, while the old variety only begins to bloom in August and September. The flowers of the Snowball Hydrangea are pure snow-white, the clusters almost as round as a ball and large as a man’s hat. New Double Syringa—(Mock Orange)—This is a new Syringa with flowers double the size of the old va- riety, of pure white color, semi-double, becoming double as plant ages. The bush begins to bloom when véry small, but eventually grows to a considerable size and the flowers are produced in greatest abundance during May and June, but it blooms to some extent all summer and fall. The abundance of flowers is marvelous, the shrub being literally smothered with the profusion of its large, pure, rose-like blossoms of powerful and unexcelled fragrance. Hardy and ro- bust in any situation. Finest new shrub in many years. Spirea Anthony Waterer—A perpetual bloomer, and suit- able either for garden or pots. It is of dwarf habit, flowering profusely when only a few inches in height, Shrubs thrive in and at all times and seasons. The flowers are of a lovely dark crimson-red color, borne in dense clusters, and have a peculiar feathery appearance which is beautiful. Weigelia Avalanche—A new Weigelia with gigantic snow- white blossoms in immense panicles. A good plant in bloom; is almost like a snow bank, so white and so numerous are the blossoms. Best new shrub in a long time. It makes a beautiful combination planted with Eva Rathke. Weigelia Eva Rathke—A grand new Everblooming Wie- gelia, producing great quantities of blooms all the sea- son, in magnificent clusters on the terminal branches. Color, deep, rich blood-red, the finest color yet seen among Weigelias. A very valuable novelty and the finest all around flowering shrub. Weigelia Rosea Variegata—Leaves light green heavily variegated with a creamy yellow, making @ charming effect, but when its myriads of long, tubular, rose- colored blossoms are out, bending every branch to the eround, we see one of the most magnificent flowers in cultivation. Do not miss it. Price, above 70 finest shrubs, 3Cc each; any 3 for 75c; the 10 fer $2.25; or, $2.50 per doz. Large specimens, 50c; 3 for $1.25; the 10 for $3.75. 4 RARE SHRUBS WITH EVERGREEN FOLIAGE These retain their foliage the year round. - Azalea Amonea—A lovely hardy evergreen Azalea with beautiful foliage, and the compact bushy growth. In May or June the plants are densely covered with rich violet-red blossoms, which are exceedingly showy. Every leaf and twig is hidden by the quantity of flowers. 40c each; 3 for $1.00. : Azalea, Amoena Superba—This is as. hardy as an oak and the most profusely flowering shrub ever seen. Its mass of burning color making a great effect. Color intense deep crimson. We can recommend it as 4 shrub that will give great satisfaction. Blooms pro- fusely when plants are very small. 40c; 3 for $1.00- Daphne Cneorum—A hardy shrub which trails over ; ground in a most beautiful manner. Extra fine for any position, and. being evergreen it is the most de- sirable plant we know of for cemeteries. The plant is composed of spiral branches of dense evergreen leaves. The flowers are lovely pink color, in clusters, and are worne profusely in early spring, and during summer and fall. Wonderfully fragrant. 50c each. Lonicera Nitida—A handsome plant of very compact and regular growth. Leaves about the size and shape of the small-leaved Myrtles, deep glistening green during ~ summer and assuming very striking bronzy hue during the winter months when fully exposed. Will probably supplant Box for many purposes as it is handsomer an far better adapted to our climate. _By far the very best shrub for edging and low hedges yet seen. 40¢ each; $4.00 per doz. se Se eee fs ’ ' oi- trees, fences, etc. PRIVET FOR HEDGES Our Privet is all vigorous, young, weil-rooted stock California—Nothing makes so fine a hedge as the Cali-% fornia Privet, which is- perfectly hardy and almost evergreen, aS its beautiful bright shining dark green leaves do not drop until nearly spring. Set. plants six to twelve inches apart and trim to any height desired. Hedge will be so dense that a chicken can hardly get through it. Beautiful and neat at all times. Will srow to -any height desired from one foot to fifteen. Fine stock, twelve to eighteen inches. 60c¢ per doz.: $4.00 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Large Stock—Two to three feet. $1.00 per doz.; pre- paid; $5.00 per 100, by express collect. Amoor River—(North)—An extra hardy Privet recom- mended especially for very cold latitudes like Maine and Minesota, where the common or California Privet Sometimes winter-kills. It has very beautiful ever- green foliage. Fine stock, twelve to eighteen inches. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per 100. Grand Climbing RAMBLER ROSES The following are all perfectly hardy, and by all odds the very finest of outdoor Climbing Roses. Crimson Rambler—CGrand old reliable. Everblooming Crimson Rambler—New, free bloomer. Dorothy Perkins—Grandest pink. Blue Rambler—Violet blue in big clusters. Thousand Beauties—Pink and White. Finest climber. White Dorothy Perkins—Pure white. Shower of Gold—Fine yellow Rambler. Red Dorothy Perkins—Fine deep color. Strong field-grown vines, 40c each; any 3 for $1.00; the 8 for $2.50. WISTARIA “Best HARDY FLOWERING VINES These are the very best hardy Vines: _ Bignonia, or Trumpet Creeper—A robust tall-growing vine which will bss Ec one Fine for dead Te 25C each; $2.50 per doz. Aristolocia, or Dutchman’s Pipe—A magnificent vine oe soe seen rn a - eta a great quantity. andsome, always fresh and een. 25C€ each; $2.50 per doz. z os EP ee ee AicLeNaTiS~ | . . SPANICULATA 7 YISiA 1A MGs 22TH Ss \SACCHILDS! climber. tightly by suckers thrown out along the stems to brick, stone, etc., and is a wall of living green the summer through, turning in autumn fo a flaming crim- son, when it is fairly gorgeous. It stands the dust Ampelopsis Veitchi—The best wall Clings and dry air of cities admirably. Nothing else can take its place. 30c each; 12 for $3.00. Clematis Paniculata—Clean, thrifty, robust growing vine, of graceful habit with attractive glossy green foliage, and covered in August and September with a sheet of clustered snow-white bloom of the most delightful fragrance. No other vine so completely covers itself with flowers. An arbor or portico over which this Clematis is trained is a wall of white for the time being, and what makes it the more striking is that nearly all other vines have ceased blooming at the time. 30c each; 3 for 75c; 12 for $2.50. Clematis Ina—This new Clematis has heavy dark green foliage and flowers which are about two inches in diameter, twenty to fifty of them appearing in a clus- ter. Color, white shaded to lilac-blue on edges of petals and are produced on Jong stiff stems which grow from each joint. These are about six inches apart on the vine, and make a wonderfully beautiful wreath of flowers. It begins blooming in August. The plants are perfectly hardy in all parts of the country. 25€ each; 3 for 60c; 12 for $2.00. Clematis Coccinea—A lovely sort, producing an abund- ance of handsome vine and a great profusion of large rosy scarlet flowers, which are exceedingly handsome and useful for all sorts of decoration. It blooms all summer long. Fine plants for blooming at once. 50c. Clematis Crispa—Much like Coccinea, except its -color is a fine blue, tipped with white. 50c. Honeysuckle, Golden Leaved—Innumerable sprays of the most perfect little leaves that are covered with @ network of gold and green, often marked with pink also. Nothing finer to combine with corsage bouquets, while for trimming floral baskets they are_ great. Blossoms pure white. 25c each; 2 for 40c; 12 for $2. Honeysuckle, Halliana—The best white monthly Honey- suckle, with dark green foliage, which keeps fresh and green nearly all winter, and beautiful clusters of sweet-scented flowers that open a snow-white and turn a pale yellow. These flowers are produced in profusion from early spring to late fall. 25¢ each; the 2 for 40c; $z.00 per doz. Wistaria Sinensis—Immense violet-blue blossoms. This is perfectly grand, the clusters of bloom being like ereat drooping bouquets of violets. Makes a fine bush as well as climber. 25c each; 3 for 60¢. Wistaria Everblooming—This Wistaria will actually bloom all summer. It is also of remarkably clean healthy foliage and @ very rapid and graceful grower. Its clean foliage and numerous slender branches, drooping, add greatly to the charm of the blossoms. These are produced in horizontal or upright clusters, many clusters appearing on each branch in close prox- imity to each other. The vine is a rapid grower, reaching fifteen to twenty feet in a season. Flowers blue, and borne profusely, even on small plants. 40¢ each; 3 for $1.00. iy 60 CHOICE AND The Fruit Garden is an indispensable part of any rural home. _--Joun Lewis Cuinps, Inc., Frorat Parx, N. Y. __ ; RARE FRUITS It is a delight, a satisfaction a convenience, € profit, and a source of the most beautiful and delicious food supply any family can have, 7 ; OWERS’ GIANT BLACKBERRY Grows as high as 14 feet. Bears as much as 2,694 berries on one plant. Largest size, sweetest quality, longest in bearing, most profitable for market and the best for home use. This remarkable new sort throws up canes as high as fourteen feet, 8,220 quarts of fruit to the acre and as Many as 2,694 berries on a single bush; $743.00 worth of berries has been sold from a single acre in one season. Really a marvel. There is no bush Black- berry that can equal this in productiveness, quality of fruit, hardiness and vigor of growth. Extra. strong select plants, 5 for 50c; 12 for $1.00; 100 for $6.00. THE BOWERBERRY Most prolific of all garden fruits. Grows twenty to forty feet in a season. Bears abundantly when one year old. Thirty-eight quarts have been picked from @ two-year-old plant. Cannot be injured by cold or drought in any climate. Vines perpetual like a Grape Vine. Fruit i _arge loose clusters and the very sweet- est of all. berr.zs. It is so.much superior to the Hima- laya Berry, Grape Vine Backberry or the Mammoth Climbing Blackberry, that we have discarded them all for this. Good as they all are the Bowerberry is hard- ier, healthier, a bigger grower, bigger cropper, bigger and better fruit and fruits at once, while it takes three years for the others, and it is decidedly the sweetest and most delicious of all the Blackberry tribe. It has been calied the ‘Star’ and-. the ‘‘Wonder.’’ “Two-year transplanted plants,, 25c each: 3 for 60c; 12 for $2.00; 100 for $8.00. These will be sure to fruit next summer. TFHE’ AUSTIN DEWBERRY A running Blackberry which trails-over the ground or on low supports and produces masses of large, lus- cious fruit as black as jet and almost as sweet as honey. This is the finest Dewberry grown. 2 for 30c; 5 for 50c; 12 for $1.00; 100 for $8.00. BLACKBERRY ICEBERG One of Luther Burbank’s cre tions. It bears loads of delicious snowy berries, which are not only white, but so transparent that the seeds, which are unusually small, may be seen in the ripe berries. Clusters large, berries large, early, sweet, tender and melting throughout. No garden complete without this grand White Blackberry. _It is a most deliciously sweet and prolific sort, and suc- ceeds finely anywhere. 20c each; 3 for 50c; 12 for $1,50. PHENOMENAL HYBRID BERRY HYBRID BERRY, PHENOMENAL This is larger than the largest berry ever before known. It has a bright crimson Raspberry color, ihe berries growing in clusters of five to ten each, and the individual berries measuring three inches around oue. way by four inches the other way, and weighing one- quarter ounce each. We have found this berry to be all that is claimed for it—phenomenal in every particular. An expert pronounced this “the greatest wonder of all.” It tastes and looks like both the Raspberry and Black- berry. 40c each; 3 for $1.00; 10 for $3.00. . TR TREE STRAWBERRY The Largest and Most Beautiful of all Berries EE STRAWBERRY This belongs to the Raspberry family and is very or- - namental. It has never been popular as a fruit on ac- count of its lack of flavor or quality. It is now used to great advantage for cooking, canning or preserving, by adding a small portion of apple or any other fruit to bring out the flavor. The plant is entirely hardy in any location, and a most prolific yielder, ripening an enor- mous crop. The root is perennial, throwing up numerous strong branching shoots, which are covered with its large, beautiful berries the whole summer. .The canes or shoots die to the earth in winter, new ones being thrown up the following spring, which begin blooming and setting. fruit at once. The berries .are globular, slightly oblong in form, monstrous in size, a rich, glossy ruby-red color and of such beauty as to cause everyone to shout with amazement upon seeing it. The blossoms, resemble single Roses, snow-white in color and fragrant. ‘ Strong Plants—20c each; 3 for 50c; 42 for $1.50, Fart Caratoc oF PLants and Buss For 1919 In the Pierce Giant Grape we have found what w@ have long been looking for, a Grape of distinct and su- perior qualities. -.A strong growing vine, enormous foliage and great bunches of berries, that are of un- heard of size. It is so hardy and such a free, easy and luxuriant grower that we predict it will Speedily take first place with all lovers of the Grape. Fruit extra large, color of Black Hamburg, with a quality equal to any hot-house variety. Pulp exceedingly tender and - melting and of superb flavor. Skin tough, berries never bursting. or cracking or dropping off. In this respect it is a wonderful keeper and shipper, and in appearance c as fine as hot-house varieties. Keeps perfectly into Jan- ' uary. For fine quality as a home or market Grape it is the best sort we know. Leaves do not mildew and vines 7 do not overbear. Never needs thinning to get best re- : ~~ sults; this is a most important quality. Bunches do '* not overcrowd, either. A vine wiil set only so much - fruit as it can develop to perfection. _ We have planted ‘ - jJarge vineyards for fruit crops which we expect will net 7 - double the price of other Grapes. q __ . Wigorous Vines, $1.00 each; 6 for $5.00. | _ NEW HYBRID GRAPE, CACO house variety. It is across between a aCtawaba and Con- cord, and is one of the very finest Grapes grown. Sur- passing in tenderness of pulp, luscious flavor and aroma with great sweetness and juciness. Rich sparkling wine- red. Bunch large and compact. Berry- medium to large a” and nearly. round. Season early; a little in advance of - Concord. Skin thin and tough. -Berry adheres firmly ay te bunch. A superior shipper and keeper. Exempt from both black-rot and brown-rot, and all other diseases. Vine of extreme vigor—a stronger grower than_ the Concord and iron-clad hardihood. A heavy annual yielder, Foliage free from mildew. Strong Vines, 60c each: 3 for $1.50. » . _ STANDARD GRAPES The following are the very best of all standard Grapes and represent five colors, white, red, black, purple, and _ yellow. - _ Niagara—tThis is the finest white Grape grown. Berry -._ and bunches large, sweet, pulpy and fine flavored. Brighton—A large, beautiful, red Grape of most ex- _ ~ quisite flavor. _ Worden—Immense size, rich purple-black color and su- “ -_ perb quality. Best black variety. __. Concord—tThe fine old reliable purple. Behe Golden Pocklington—A large sweet Grape of a rich golden ee es £- -amber color. One of the very sweetest and finest. The only yellow Grape. ee 30c each; 4 for $1 00; $2.50 per doz. A hardy outdoor Grape, equal in quality to any hot- — & ST: REGIS. It is one of the earliest of all red Respberries, begin- ning to ripen in June just as the Strawberry crop is waning. It is wonderfully prolific, the first or main crop being far greater than that of any other red variety known. It gives a crop of fruit all summer and autumn, fruiting on the old canes in generous quantities until late in August. By this date berries begin to ripen up on the young, i. e., current year’s canes, which continue to produce berries in increasing numbers until late au- *tumn. These berries are a bright crimson, of large size and surpassing quality, rich, sugary, with full Rasp- berry flavor. As a shipper it is unexcelled. The canes are of stocky, strong growth with a great abundance of dark green leathery leaves that never scald nor sunburn. It succeeds upon ali soils, whether light and sandy or cold, heavy clay. St. Regis is of pure American blood and iron-clad hardiness; the canes endure everest cold uninjured and are wonderfully prolific. : 3 for 35c; 6 for 6Cc; 15 for $1.15; 100 for $7.00. The Great COLUMBIA Raspberry Hardy and vigorous, often growing eight to ten feet in a season, and standing any degree of frost and drouth. It is propagated by tips, and its productiveness is most astonishing. We know of no variety that can compare with it. The berries are large, dark red, firm as to tex- ture, with an agreeable, pure, rich flavor, which is brought to its highest flavor when canned or cooked. The most prolific of any sort known, the fruit fairly hanging in masses. A row or hedge of it is a sight to behold. 3 for 30c; 6 for 50c; i5 for $1.00; 100 for $6.00. FARMER BLACK CAP Raspberry A Black Cap of great size and value. Superior to any other. It is one-fourth larger than any ohter Cap variety. thick meated, firm and luscious in quality. It is truly a fit companion for Giant Columbia. Like it, if 1s a - wonderful cropper and may be relied upon for a splendid crop every year. 3 for 30c; 6 for 50c; 15 for $1.00; 100 for $6.00. JAPAN WALNUT This valuable new nut from Japan is just coming into market. The trees bear when very small, and bear abundantly, the nuts being produced in large Clusters of fifteen to twenty. The shell is much thinner than the Black Walnut, and the meat sweeter and more delicious, with a flavor like Butternut, but less oily and much su- _ perior. The tree is a vigorous, rapid: grower, and highly ornamental, having large crops when very young and small. One of the most valuable trees for any place. $1.00 each; 3 for $2.00, by express not prepaid. ae CHOICE STRAWBERRIES Of all fruits known to cultivation, the Strawberry is conceded to be the most luscious, and is a universal fa- vorite; yet it is not grown by one-half the people who might grow it just as well as not. It is but a few hours’ work to plant a Strawberry bed and care for it during the year, and no work can possibly yield a better return. Strawberries bought in the market are not to be com- pared with the luscious ruby beauties, fresh and ripe from the vines. Charles 1.—Ripens & week earlier than any other early June bearer and is enormously productive, yielding more quarts of large, fine-looking berries than any other early variety. It is a strong grower and a strong fertilizer. Berries are large, regular in form and of finest color and quality. Late Jersey Giant—The latest of all Strawberries and the largest and best late variety. The berries are of immense size—truly mammoth—heart-shaped and ex- ceptionally uniform, smooth surface and glossy, bright flame color, which color remains unchanged until they decay; texture solid and meaty—quality mild, rich and sweet with flavor and aroma of the wild berry very pronounced. Blossoms appear late, are very large, strongly staminate and are held above the fo- | liage. Plants of large proportions with large berries~ produced in clusters of six to a dozen, are usually hel from the earth on remarkably large, strong fruit stalks. The yield is enormous. : Early Jersey Giant—-The berries are large, brilliant scarlet-crimson, conical with pointed tips, colors all over at once; has a delightful aroma and a rich, mild, wild Strawberry flavor; has large green caps, hence exceedingly showy and attractive; blossoms large and staminate; plant a strong grower and @ heavy yielder. It is one of the largest and best very early varieties. Big Joe—This is a new variety of great size and merit. it has been fruited in this section three seasons, and it has shown such vigorous growth and such wonderful productiveness of large, handsome berries that bring top prices in market that everybody who has seen it is wanting plants. In size it is probably larger than any other sort, while for beauty of fruit and vigor of plant it cannot be excelled. Above are the 4 very best Garden Strawberries. - Price, 60c per doz.; $4.00 per 100; 12 each of the 4 > for $2.00; 100 each for $10.00. Plants ready in September. Joun Lewis Curips, Inc., Frorat Park, N. Fall or Everbearing Strawberries Progressive is earlier by 10 days than any June variety, and Superb is the very best all around Strawberry for spring or fall fruiting. These large-fruited berries differ from other Straw- berries only in that they blossom and fruit continuously from June till November. The fall crop is large and may . be made much heavier if the blossoms are kept picked off up to August. Parties in this State are now growing these varieties, and shipping crates of berries as late as November and receiving enormous prices. Young plants ‘ set out this fal! will produce a good crop of berries next summer and fall. They require nothing special in the way of cultivation. Any conditions that will pro- duce a good crop of ordinary garden Strawberries will suit these fall or everbearers. All have perfect flowers. By all means plant a few of them. Superb—Plants fine growers with vigorous, healthy foliage. Berries are very large, glossy, regular shape and beautiful color. One of the very best all around varieties. Our tests show that Superb is in every re- spect much the finest of all the older Everbearing sorts. Progressive is extra fine and wonderfully good, and Ideal may prove better, but from present know!- edge Superb is by far the best sort, and the one we would plant. We have grown an immense stock of “jt so we can offer it cheaply. 60c per doz.; $4.00 per 100. Progressive—A wonderfully new fall bearer, which is ~ probably the heaviest cropper of them all. The ber- ries are of good size and color and produce good paying crops in the fall after fruiting heavily in June. As a June bearer it is 10 days earlier than any _ other Strawberry grown and a big cropper. —For this reason it is very valuable and should be in every — garden. 60c per doz.; $4.00 per 100. Sere 4 42 of each for $1.00; 100 each for $7.00. — ; NEW EVERBLOOMING STRAWBERRY — NEVERFAIL Neverfail is the appropriate name ‘for this new Ever- bearing Strawberry, which is way ahead of all others. Originated a few years ago in Ohio. Plants strong, . healthy growers. Fruit very large and produced in im- — e mense quantity. It is such a great and reliable cropper that it is bound to make Strawberries a common fall fruit in all markets as soon as it gets into general culti- Its fame has created E prent demas POE ae - lants sold last spring for : > ee early in November, 40c each; 3 for $1.00; 7 for $2.00; 20 for $5.00. 2 ; i vation. ca === aS : a. ~ OYAMA PLANT FOOD = aay _ f WONDERFUL JAPANESE DISCOVERY , = - Food for Plants, Flowers and Vegetables ae a Safe to use—Odorless—-Clean—Contains no bone, soda, ~ lime or manure By using Oyama on house plants it will keep them in bloom all: winter and as green and luxuriant -as if grown out-doors in the summer. Your flower .and vege- table garden will be the envy of your neighbors. - It makes no difference how healthy or delicate your plants may be; Oyama will bring out new flowers and foliage and cause a marvelous transformation. -.Qyama is fine for all kinds of plants, ferns, roses, pulbs, shrubs, lawns, berries, fruits, flower and vege- “4 table gardens. ss . It contains more nitrogen than any other plant food on the market. - The following analysis was made by Cornell Univer- Sity: Nitrogen, 17 per cent; available phosphoric acid, 17.35 per cent; potash, 24°52 per cent. All. soluable and available. Just try it. Remember it never fails to produce other than wonderful results when used as directed ' Oyama keeps the soil rich but cdorless Is clean ve and easily applied. It also kills cut worms and acts as disinfectant. Oyama is very powerful and only @ small amount is necessary to use. Therefore, use just as directed and results will never fail to be other than wonderful. Price—Prepaid by mail, ae plant-size, makes 6 gal- lons, 1 pkge., 35C; 3 for $ $1.00. ~ Garden size, makes 32 eles: 1 pkge., $1.25; 3 for $3.00. Pull directions with every package. «“< yy) ye ROACHKILLO THE MODERN WAY OF INSURING AGAINST COCKROACHES! - Cockroaces and Waterbugs Vanish Like Magic Roachkillo is an Odorless Powder Guaranteed to Kill " Cockroaches and Waterbugs _ Why tolerate the pests about the premises! As Roach- killo is non-poisonous it can be safely sprinkled in erevices and corners or spread upon shelves near food = supplies without fear of harming children or pet animals. Ss Roachkillo is also very effective against bed bugs. ee Try a package and watch the quick results. If not satis- 4 fied money will be refunded. ae 10 oz. box sent prepaid for 50 cents. This amount is sufficient for the average small house- hold. Hotels and larger establishments may optain dozen lots at $5.00. NATIVE HUMUS, or Natural Soil Life Not a Prepared or Chemical Fertilizer, But Pure Vege- _-—~—s table Humus that has been decaying and concen- FS trating for ages.. Ready for use. This is superior to manure for if is concentrated soil jife. Its natural proportions of chemical plant food such as nitrogen, phosphoric acid, potash and lime gives it all the advantages of chemical fertilizers in a natural and proper proportion. It will not injure the most sensitive plant, and is absolutely odorless, clean, sterile, and utterly devoid of filth of any sort. ' For PLANTS, GARDENS and LAWNS: Humus is the very best thing it is possible to use. It will absorb _ several times its own weight in moisture and will re- lease it gradually, thus carrying lawns, plants, shrubs, and vegetables through periods of drouth. For POT PLANTS: A little Humus mixed in potting soil will show wondrous results from the start. -. For FERNS it has no equal; it is their natural soil and there can be no better. It GERMINATES SEEDS: In seed pans or seed beds a tle Humus will cause seeds to germinate very suankiys ore surely and more vigorously. Its natural soil life accomplishes this and starts the seedling plants off with wonderful strength. For the VEGETABLE GARDEN: A little Humus used on the hills of corn, beans, melons, or scattered in rows beets, | earrots. onions, peppers, etec., helps much. the FLOWER GARDEN: Hummus can be used on lowering plants to great advantage, giving them gth to resist drouth and disease. S: Humus has wondrous effect, giving aie vigor and color to grass as well as drouth- sting qualities. A lawn where Humus has been used ee be distinguished by its superior appearance. es by Freight or Express collect: 100 tb. bag .. eee. 3. £50 MEG: : Tens. 5c eee x 6.00 ee ig ee eee 10.00 Ren Se ee ee ee 16.50 > Mail prepaid: Ss. net (for testing) Pre ets ae é a as Sues) Se ren 1.40 Fart Catatoc or PLants anp Buss ror 1919. ioe HOW TO COOK VEGETABLES "The value of one’s Vegetable Garden is not alone in growing and having vegetables in abundance, but of equai value in knowing how to use vegetables to best advantage when one possesses them.. The object of. this booklet is to point out all the best old and new ways of Cooking, Canning and Preserving vegetables of all kinds. ‘More than twenty ways of using Cabbage are cited, twenty-five © of Corn, fifty or Potatoes, and more thtn one hundred of © Tomatoes. More than thirty ways of pickling, and nearly sixty ways of preparing salads. And a like number for making vegetable soups, @s well as vegetable sandwiches. In all there are 666 recipes—more or ‘less—a truly valu- Price, 10c. — able collection to any housewife. HOW TO GROW VEGETABLES By John Lewis Childs A little booklet of simple rules. The object is to give the essential points in growing vegetables as briefly ve and concisely as possible. Flowers. A companion to “How to Grow Price, 5c. HOW TO GROW FLOWERS For Garden or Windows. By John Lewis Childs A little booklet of concise, comprehensive rules growing all sorts of flowers in the garden and window (except bulbs for fall planting). Special attention is given to seeds—Annuals, Perennials and Window Plants. Summer-flowering Bulbs and Hardy Shrubs and Vines are also considered. Price, 5c. Mrs. LA MANCE’S BOOKLETS Beautiful Home Surroundings. This charming book con- tains eighty pages, and is the most comprehensive and valuable work on "planting, laying out and keeping in proper order the lawn and garden, and everything per- taining thereto. It is worth almost its weight in gold. It should be in the hands of all whvT love’ gardening. Price, i0c. House Plants. This is a thorough treatise on House plants and their culture. It is a companion to ‘“Beau- tiful Home Surroundings,”’ and is as valueble a guide to floriculture in the house as that charming book is to floriculture in the open air. No one should be without it who grows window plants. Price, 10c. Insects. This valuable book tells all about insects of every kind which infest house and greenhouse plants, garden vegetabies and flowers, shrubs, trees and field erips, moths, ants, flies and other insects, which in- fest our homes. In every case it gives the best-known means of destroying them, many of the remedies being new. 10¢. Fall Bulbs and Thir Culture. A complete treatise on the culture of Holland and Cape Bulbs, both indoors and out. Illustrated. Those who are not thoroughly familiar with Fall Bulbs will find this pamphlet a great help. Price, 10c. “RAT BIS-KIT PASTE” We guarantee satisfaction to the purchaser or money refunded It has been estimated that rodens destroy $300,- 000,000 worth of grain and other property every year. Rats and mice of various species multiply rapidly unless some destructive methods be used to exterminate them. Cleanest, easiest and surest @= way of exterminating rats, mice, > roaches and other vermin. This paste is a new poison put up in a new and better way —in collapsible tubes instead of the old-style, hard-to-open tin ean. You don’t have to use a spoon to remove it from the can, nor a knife to spread it on the bait. The most conveniently packed and effective paste poison for rats, mice and roaches. Price, postpaid, 35c; 3 for 90c. RAT CORN Will Exterminate Rats, Mice and Gophers in a SAFE, SANE AND SANITARY MANNER If mummifies them. No matter where they die they simply DRY UP. Positively do not smell. Rat Corn is a new and scientific discovery, and with- out a doubt the greatest rat destroyer in the world. 25¢ and $1.00 per can, postpaid. he thea tee for ~ a , We : PLANTS : SEEDS - [ N PD FE X - SHRUBS; | i - | ; f MERIMONE 10. Sic cece gree eee 19 Memes, Boca MeTAr VS |} Re Chee ee ee Oo BOs Hyacinths 2.2. 6s Babiana os «eee ee See YOu Rinse os Bp loomerla.-? Av Caste ess See O78 MIS. Mane: va. ME TOdaCAFos8 ee ee ee 197 Jonquillses 22 2, FEalochortus . oh sche eee DOO aids Soo. ok... sue Gallagssisciskes~ eee ee Vee Ps) MUCWESWaite i. loess 6 .. GAaTMASST aie 2) oe aero woken coment 21 WE Sire eee 2k Pe CLOGS erie oe Mee ee ees 17-18 Narcissus Bes see Cy elannentcin sens eee eee eee 55 OCNOMMETA NE vaiceceees Dodocatheon ewe. a. oe ee 20 ORAS ee eee ee DUCENia te eS Oe eee ee 35 Ornithogalum..... EryAWromiwain 2) 2s eee sens ee ee 20 OMIGMS = Ses yee se PePECSTAS: okie Meee mentees, cna! 23 PC ONTES rosie setae. she HELIS, sie ee a ee 52, 53, 54 Plants, Window FEMS aS ete sete eek. eae BY 60,61,62 Plants, Perennial ae ctiVaAciInls, ~ a Beet ea Ore 5 PN OROS 12 se pisenes coe ae. E OF GREAT The Most Convcnient to Use and the Surest of All Insect Killers. it is with great pleasure that we offer this, the great- est of. all compounds for kind and description. It is a paste, a teaspoonful of which is dissolved in a pint of warm water (or a table- spoonful in a quart of water). With this water the infested plants are sprayed, washed, syringed or sprin- kled. It kills every insect with which it comes in con- tact, on the spot; also, their eggs and larve. Those which escape its touch die afterwards, by feeding upon the Dlant which has been syringed. Though so de- structive to all insect life, it is non-poisonous and harmless to vegetation when diluted as directed. It dissolves quickly and readily in cold water. It is a great discovery and is absolutely sure death to every form of insect life at touch.. Price, in twelve-ounce cans, postpaid, 60c; 3 cans for $1.60. VALUE. PPAR ER age }FLOWER POT We Here we offer Flower hii Pots made from Naponset Waterproof Fabrics. They are very light, durable, un- breakable, cheap, and’ of terra-cotta color. Just the pots for growing small plants and seedlings. Size, 21%, inches, 25c per dozen; per 100, $1.50. Size, 2144 inches, 30¢ per dozen; per 100, $1.75: Size, 3 inches, .obe dozen; per 100, $2.00. Size, 4 inches, 50c per dozen; per 100, $2.75. By mail, postpaid, above prices. per at This Catalog is Printed by The Childs Press, Floral’ Park. Copyrighted 1919 by John Lewis Childs, Ine, — destroying insects of every - FRUITS : ETC. gy THE LENOX ATOMIZER With this new atomizer a fine spray may be thrown under, over, or upon the foliage of any plant or shrub, thoroughly drenching the same and removing dust and insects. Clear water or any kind of liquid Insecticide or Poison may be applied with it. It is not only the most effective, convenient and durable, but the cheapest of all atomizers. Jt is available for house plants, gar- den plants, vegetables, shrubs, small trees, fruits, etc. For sprinkling clothes it is worth its weight in gold. 65c each, postpaid Walker’s Excelsior PLANT F OOD THE ESSENCE OF PLANT LIFE It is an odorless preparation, combining in a concentrated and soluble form every ele- ment required in plants and flowers to produce vigorous erowth - and a profusion of flowers and fruit. Wonder= ful results are obtained after One or two applications. It is immediately soluble in water, and available to plant life from the moment used. Walker’s Excelsior Plant | Food is valuable for all living } plants, lawns, garden, shrub- bery, fruit and trees. It as- Sists in retaining moisture, will mature plants from two to three weeks earlier. Where the plant food has been used ( WALKER'S EXCELSIOR PLANT FOOD THE ESSENCE OF FLANT LIFE MANUPACTURED FOR FLORAL PARK,N. ‘S$ CHILDS, | JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, ay ahi, Nae 63 Pansy Seed... fn02 ke Bet oe PS eee Aa se0 Ranunculus: ko Se nk eee ee ee ee 24. -Bhubarbss. hice, uae eee 19525,.36 37,38 ROSES 2) ts erom rien ss = ol heen ae Ai! Te ite oe AG ARV oo. 2 ae. a 9, | 5 MME ei sdis Ts AAC SSNPUDS oie ex adele ee a ee ED ne «SAE PS oe ea a 92 sacred: Lily <3. cata ee eee : SRO 79'S, 29 SCC ain cet sac cee 44, 45, 46 Bes Fao hea lero aye 10) seed, “Window: Plantsi whee 43 5 Laie Ro: 21 Strawberries... ssc eis cee ee MP Sag ha a Oe D4 Surprise ?Gollection: we sie 1 rth a ee a. 21 TrilligmMs “Nee Pk ce he eee fea Se 43° Tulips 2.0.5... eee eee seers ome ere Sisto aorO Trailing Plantsi1 ae Cee D RES et ee ea 47 to 57 TritOnia ~ Ae. 6 ckwe ls eee Se oS i ae 35°to 41 Tools, Fertilizers; eter =. v= basen ee Be aerial Sek 44 Watsonia ‘20. See OS ee Boll Weevil. cut worms and wire worms rarely live. Sold : in powdered form and may be used dry or by dissolv- ing in water. Prices. Postpaid, small size, 2% oz. net.$ .20 oi of 12: OZ. MCUw.G echasere