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This is the grandest flowering Cactus. Flowers a beautiful pink 1 color and borne by the hundreds for a long perio 1, each flower keep perfect sev =ral days. Itis the most magnificent of all cact lon of the choicest pot plants, selling last year at $1.00 eac jlants. When in flower the plantis one mass of color as

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Strong Plants 25c. Each.

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Seed, 20c. per Packet; 3 Packets for 50c.

Special Bargains for Spring, 1906.

We are glad to be able to offer our customers a few extra choice, rare or expensive things at a remarkably low price. These we call ‘‘Special Bargains,’? and we hope they will induce every person who receives this Catalogue to send ts an order. é

1 Calla Giganten, 1 Calla Elliottiana (large), 1 Lilium Philippensis, 1 Genista Bridal Vei}, 1 Baby Boston Fern. All for $3.50. At regular rates they amount to $5.60.

5 Pkts. Flower Seed Novelties, as follows: Nicotiana Sanderi, Baby Golden Glow, Anniversary Saivia, Crim- son cluster Sweet Pea, Mammoth Heliotrope, all for 50c.

15 Groff’s Hybrid Gladiolus, for 20 cts. 5 Pkts. Ve Fy i AS ais aap anode e % 2 . getable Seed Novelties, as follows: Volga He SH Teste gees 3 Childsi, 3 Groffs, 3 Gandevensis, Cabbage, Crimson Winter Rhubarb, Everlasting Cueum- 2 Yellow Callas, (iastateltorosc: ber. Crisphead Lettuce, Rosy Nugget Watermelon for 50e. r Calla, Elliottiana, and 1 Rhemanni, for 80c. Medium 6 Fine Plant Novelties, as follows: Chrysanthemum sized bulbs. page 85, Midwinter, page 129. Climbing Lautana, page 131. Pier- 5 Montbretia, Pure Lemon, fori5e. Page 111. son’s Boston Fern, 133, Monarch Primrose, page 137. I Burbank Giant Amaryllis, 2nd. size for 60c, Phyllocactus,German Empress and Streptosolen. Colored

2 Phyllocactus, German Empress, for 35c. plate, all for $1.00. 5 Vilies, our seleeton including Philippensis, for 60e. 5

12 Souvenir Postal Cards of Floral Park, for 10c. See | Bon-ton Collection. 7 greatest new bulbs and plants for pare 156. | $3.50. 5 Gladiolus America, 1 Burbank Giant Amaryllis.

SPLENDID NOVELTIES FREE.

A PACKET FREE TO EACH ONE WHO SENDS US AN ORDER.

Here are 10 exceptionally good new things, which we propose to give away. Each one of our customers may select one of them, and name their choice when ordering anything from this Catalogue, provided the order amounts to 25 ets. or more.

Tritoma May Quieen.............-.00- sees Described below. | Jubilee Phlox ......... eee eee Offered on page 25 Lantana, Eariy Gleam.,,........ .......+- e i Burbank’s Mayflower Verbena......... oe SSS aION, Anniversery Salvia....................+.... Bs a Giant Excelsior Pansy. ....... ........ “ “31 Nicotiana, Sanderi... Described on cover opposite. | Heliotrope Early Mammoth.....,...... Go PO 0" 78) Hibiscus, Sunshine............ Socoobduase Offered on page 16..| Watermelon, Rosy Nugget.............. os OS 659

When you order, do not forget to name which one ofthe above you prefer, and we will send It FREE,

Flower Seed Novelties Shown on This Plate.

Lantana, Early Dawn— New this year, and among the yellow and flame color. Plants are hardy with slight pro- greatest of Novelties, Seed will produce fine flowering tection, or if kept in a cellar, and next year bloom in May plants in two to three montis, the plants continuing to and June. Growth strong and vigorous, and flowers very flower most profusely all summer and fall in the garden showy. For price of plants see page 124. _ Seed 200. per and all the year round in pots. Habit dwarf, compact, pkt.; 3 pkts. for 50e. and bushy, loaded down with bright blossoms all the | Anniversary Salvia This is a new, very dwarf form of time. Colors white, crimson, orange, yellow. rose, pink, Salvia Splendens which we offer for sale for the first time. ete. No flower seed novelty ever proved more satisfactory It is so dwarf and compact, and its flowers so large and

than this. either for the garden or for pots,and our eusésmers will be more than delighted with it. Very easizy grown in any soil, climate or situation. Pkt., 20c.; 3 pkts.. 50e.

Tritoma May Queen—A Tritoma that will bloom the first

season from seed is indeed a novelty worthy of more than a solid bouquet of bloom all the fall, winter and spring. ordinary attention. May Queen will flower the first sum- Finest flower seed novelty we ever had, and one that all

mer from spring sown seed, sending up tall flower stems our customers will enjoy and appreciate. Pkt.. 20c.; 3 onwhich are borne the great plume-like blossoms of rich pkts., for 50c.

Please Note Qur Great Array of

FLOWER SEEDS. Extra choice and select, on yellow paper, which begin on page 7 and run to page 51. These are the best varieties and very finest strains that the world affords. ;

VEGETABLE SEEDS, on pink paper, pages 53 to 84, present a choice, select list of the very cream of all varieties. Note the splendid novelties on pages 53 to 60.

numerous that it is the most brilliant bedding or pot plant yet known. Unlike other Salvias it flowers all sum- mer long. from May untilfrost, making a carpet or mass of the brightest color yet seen. Asa pot plant it is like

POT BULBS, (wiite naper,) pages 85 to 93. Here are the grandest Callas, Amaryllis, Cyelamen, Gloxinias, Begonias Caladiums, ete., and thet glorious and rare Lily, Philippensis, -

SUMMER-FLOWERING BULBS, (green paper), are offered on pages 93 to 124. Here are offered the very choicest varieties and finest stock. Note our Superb Gladiolus and Lilies.

PLANTS AND FRUITS, cover 32 pages—ftom 125 to 156. Here you will find the finest Window Plants, and Rare New Fruits of exceptional merit,

There must be a feeling of confidence on the part of the public towards any house doing business through the agency of a Catalogue, otherwise the house cannot succeed. We have devoted 30 years to building up a business of this kind. From the start. in 1875, with a dozen customers, to 1905, with half a million, our goods have stood the test of time and ex- perience, and enjoy an unprecedented reputation. That we have the largest patronage of any house of its kind in the world is because our goods are known, and because it is known that a 25-cent order receives the same careful attention as a $25.00 order, our object being to please our customers (large or small) in every instance.

Luther Burbank, C. H. Hovey.

Mew Wears Greetings, 1906.

ma}OR 31 years we have issued an annual Catalogue of Flower and Vegetable Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, Shrubs, Vines and Fruits, During that time our. business has grown from a very insignificant beginning to be the largest of its kind in the world, with probably twice as many individual customers as any other house issuing a retail Catalogue. In Seeds and Bulbs, which form the largest half of our business, we are determined to excel, and our famous strains of most varieties of these which already have a world-wide reputation are constantly being improved. ‘The Plants and Fruits which we grow and offer are confined mostly to Novelties of rare excellence which will be of exceptional value to our customers. Our ‘liti Floral Park was founded by us some thirty years ago. It is on Long ut Facilities. Island just outside the city limits of the Greater New York. Out facilities for doing business are in every department unexcelled, and a thriving village has grown up around our establishment. Our gardens occupy over 300 acres of laridsica) large portion of which is devoted to growing our Seeds and Bulbs—some 130 acres alone in Gladioli. We have acres of greenhouses where the choicest Plants, Bulbs and Seeds are grown under glass. We have a score or more buildings of various kinds, some being maimmoth fire-proof structures of brick and iron, surrounded by a beautiful park. The Catalogues issued each year number one and one-quarter million on which we pay over $30,000 postage. We ship on an average more than two tons of mail matter every work- ing day in the year,

Our business may be said to be divided into

Personnel of Our Establishment. four distinct parts: Retail Department,

Wholesale and Growing Department, Originating or Private Department,and Publishing De- partment, all under the sole proprietorship and personal management of John Lewis Childs.

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is located in our mammoth fire- ment proof seed store, and has connect- ed with it two extensive ranges of green- houses, also cold sheds, bulb cellars and packing rooms. This is under the man- agement of Mr. A. H. Goldsmith, who is also general manager of all our enterprises. Mr. Goldsmith was born in Orange Co., N. Y., in 1871, and first entered our em- ploy as a boy eleven years of age.

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The Wholesale Department 5°” the direct management of Mr. I. S. Hend- tickson, who also first entered our employ in 1887 as a boy 12 years old. ‘This de- partment is confined solely to the growing and selling of bulbs at wholesale of which Gladioli form the principal item, and of which we practically produce the world’s supply, selling more in Europe than at home. Our largest single order from one European customer at one time last year aggregated 425,000 bulbs. An immense brick building, 4 floors, each 100 x 4o feet, is used for this department. The field work or growing is under the manage- ment of Mr. Leonard Joerg, who has de-

voted his life to bulb growing. MiG ‘ f ; is under the management of Mr. Che Originating or Private Department dole acnicke “aranan’ oie tne been at the head of one of the largest horticultural establishments in Germany, and whose feuown as a gtower, hybridizer and originator of Novelties is world wide. He came from Erfurt, Germany, in 1890 and has been with us ten years. ; where all our Catalogues, The May- Che Maytiower Publishing Company, flower and other vast printing jobs, which our business requires, are turned out, is under the management of Capt. John F. Klein, who as a very young man took charge of it twelve years ago. This is a building 150x 40 feet, two stories. It is equipped with the most perfect and expensive printing presses as well as a complete electrotyping and photo-engraving outfit. One press alone is capable of printing and folding 80,000 MJay/lowers per day. Besides this, our business draws from the finest talent of the world Other Talent. for its supply of improved varieties and Novelties in Seeds, Bulbs and Plants. Chief among these is Luther Burbank, of California, whose wonderful Novelties we have been introducing for many years, and we have contracted for the best of those that are to come out in the near future. ‘The wonderful Amaryllis, figured on the cover of this catalogue, is among his greatest achievements. Among other good things are: Calla fragrans, Mayflower Verbena, Crimson Winter Rhubarb, Phenomenal Berry, Iceberg Blackberry, some hybrid Lilies, ete. In short, we look to Mr. Burbank so much for new things, and he does so much for us, that we feel he is quite a part of our establishment. , ; ae Last year we established a little Floral Park on Palm California Floral Park. Avenue, South Pasadena, California, for the purpose of growing such Seeds and Bulbs as thrive exceptionally well in the unexcelled soil and cli- mate of that wonderful State. It is only eight acres in extent and is devoted to growing seed of Geraniums, Heliotrope, Carnations, Lantanas, ete., and such bulbs as Amaryllis,

Arthur H. Goldsmith.

4 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

I. S. Hendrickson. Capt. John F. Klein. Adolf Jaenicke.

Callas, Tigridias, Freesias, and new Oxalis. Here we have a wonderful collection of rare semi-tropical plants and fruits. This place is under the managenient of Mr. C. H. Hovey, formerly of Boston, whose father some years ago was the leading horticulturist in Amer- ica. Mr. Hovey has been engaged in horticultural work all his life, and for the past fif- teen years in California.

If you ask how this large and complicated business, extending as it does to every country in the world, was built up, we answer that it was accomplished by intelligent, straight forward advertising, making no promises that we could not keep, ‘offering “only articles of tried and true merit, and in both goods furnished and business methods. striv- ing in every single instance to please those who send us orders. This has been our part —our patrons have done the rest, and to them and the kind words they have spoken for us we owe our success.

An Conclusion This, our 31st annual Catalogue, has been compiled with unusual

2 * care, and the variety of Seeds and Bulbs offered is much larger and finer than at any previous time. As to Plants, we have cut the list down materially, feeling that all ordinary, good standard kinds may be had from local florists, and it is hardly necessary for us to grow and offer them, but those we have offered are new or extra choice sorts that are not likely to be found in any local greenhouse and are sure to please our customers by their novel and superior qualities.

And last, but not least, we wish to acknowledge our indebtedness to our customers for their loyalty and patronage. It is a great pleasure to us to receive your orders and hear your expressions of satisfaction year after year, for it indicates that our efforts to please you have been successful. We have also tried harder this year than ever before to make this Catalogue so replete with good things, and so attractive in variety and prices, that everyone who looks through it will be glad to send us an ordet.

THE MAYFLOWER MAGAZINE. } OUR FALL CATALOGUE.

For subseription price to THE MAYFLOWER, and for ful Our Iilustrated Catalogue of Hyacinths. Tulips. Narecis- a no rs “ai = bbine Offer } aaa a i | sus. Crocus, and all Hardy Bulbs and Plants, for fall plant- particulars regarding Clubbing Offers and our list of all ing and winté Tr blooming. will be sent to our customers the

publications at wholesale subscription prices, see page 154 first of September. It will also be sent free to all who apply.

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; We Take the Risk.—We guarantee that all money sent us shall reach us, if sent by Post Office or Express Company’s oney Order, Bank Drafts, Bills or Coin by Registered. Let- ters. We will not be responsible for coin sent in ordinary letters, or for postage stamps.

Free by Mail or Express.—We send Seeds, Bulbs and Plants FREE BY MAIL at the prices named in this Catalogue. This brings them to the very doors of our customers with-

out trouble or expense. To points where the large express |

companies touch, we can send some orders as ¢ heaply by express as by mail. In such cases we send by express, pre- paid, and notify the purchaser to that effect.

By Express.—If a package is ordered to go by express, we do not pay the charges; but larger Plants, Shrubs and Fruits can be sent in this way, and we always add extra ones to partly. or wholly. pay the cost. All tho large express Companies carry our goods at yery low rates.

We Guarantee Teach its destination in good condition, and that everything Shall be received exactly as ordered. ~ It-a; package is: lost; or any of its contents injured on the way, we will send again.

e also guarantee everything true to TLATIN Ge cheet ot eee ys « --We Pack all Plants’ carefully, in strong boxes, which insures their safe transit through the mails to the remotest part of the country or abroad. Sit y Hay abre Pets niet wl Pry Fs ¢:

_. We Fill all orders as soon as received, if the stock is ready. Customers who wish their order, or any part of it, booked for shipping at a later date, should State the fact.

To Canada, Mexico, Hawaii, Australia, New Zea- land, N ewfoundiand, Great. Britain, Germany, »J apan, Philippines, most of the countries of South and Central America, and the West India Islands, we can send goods in large parcels by mail, prepaid.

England, Ireland or Scetland, Australia and New ; Zealand.—We have so many customers in Great Britain, Australia and New Zealand, that we, at frequent intervals, |

fill their orders and ship the parcels in bulk to our agent in Liverpool or Auckland, from which point they are forwarded to their destination by rail or parcel post.

4 ‘Discourts.—We make the following discounts to those -Who wwill.get up a club or order largely for their own use. onsidering our very low prices, we think them very liberal.

Please notice that these discounts cover everything offered. Those sending $ 00 may select articles amounting to $~ 1.10 7 3 2.25

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What Buyers Should Do.

Forward Money with the order, and at our risk, when cent by Post-Office Money Order on Floral Park; greenbacks or gold or silver coin, by Registered Letter ;*Bank Draft or

express company’s Money Order. Post-Office Money Orders are by far the cheapest and the safest m ethod for remitting, and nearly all post-offices issue them. The fee on-a-Money

-Ordey is only.3 or 5 cents for small sums. We send with this

Catalogue an order sheet, envelope anda blank application fora Money Order to us, and earnestly request our patrons to remit by Money Order if possible. ; ‘

Private Checks.—Private checks for small sums are not desirable, as it costs us so: much to collect them. — All banks now charge for collecting private checks.

Stamps.—Please do not send postage stamps in pay-

-ment for goods if it can be avoided, . Letters often get damp

SJ n_enclosed to stick together and to the order, frequently resulting in the destruction of both. We shall return such as come in bad order.

Silver or Gold coin when sent in letters, should be sewed or pasted up in strong paper or cloth, to prevent its breaking through the envelope, which is frequently the case when enclosed loose. We will not be responsible for Coin sent to us except in Registered Letter, nor for Stamps.

Be Sure to write your name and address plainly. We have on our hands hundreds of orders of last year without names, others without post-office or state, and some with the name or post-office written in such a careless or illegible manner that it is impossible to read them. Keep a correct copy of your order, that you may know when the package arrives if all is correct, as people often forget what they ordered, and complain without cause.

Please Write your order plainly and distinctly by itself and not mix it up with anything else you may wish to Say.

Those Who Send a neat, plainly written order will be sure to have it filled correctly and with despatch, and will also receive some yaluable “extras.” Always carry out the price of each article, and after adding the amounts together and deducting the discount, remit the exact sum.

Order Early.—We strive to fill all orders within a day or two after they reach us, but this is frequently made impossible by a great rush of business about planting time. Do not wait until you need your seeds and bulbs before Ore Anticipate planting time by getting your orders in early.

IMPORTANT —It occasionally happens that an order is iost in coming to us, or the goods in going to the customer; therefore, if any who order do not hear from_us within a reasonable length of time. they should send a duplicate order, naming the date on which tho former one was sent and the amount of money enclosed, and in what form. This will enable us to inves pieate the matter and fill the duplicate order with despatch. 0 inquiries will receive attention which do not contain duplicate, ete., as here mentioned.

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JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, Floral Park, N. Y,

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Quer Great Surprise Collection. MANY DOLLARS’ WORTH OF FINE PLANTS, BULBS AND SEEDS FOR $1.00.

We. are obliged to grow enormous stagks of all kinds of Plants and Seeds, generally more than is necessary, to make

sure of having enough. It is our custom, after the heavy spring business is about over, in May, to take the surplus stock of Novelties and various good things, make it into ‘‘ Surprise” Collections, and offer them to our customers, giving them four or five times the value. In fact, the “Surprise” is the great amount of fine things one gets for the money paid. These collections will be ready about the middle of May, and will be entirely of our own selection, made from kinds of which we have a surplus. No collection will be made up for less than ONE DOLLAR, and from that up to any amount the purchaser may desire. They will be sent free, by mail, unless desired by express, and in that case we can send yery much more for the money than by mail. We advise our friends to invest one dollar or more in this collection. We guarantee that they will be greatly pleased. The collection this year will be much larger and finer than ever before.

Mixed Flower Seeds, 100 Kinds. A Wild Perennial Bed.

People who wish a great variety of flowers at small cost will A fine mixture of all the best and hardiest Hardy Peren- do well to plant a packet of thisseed. It isa mixture of 100 | nials, such as are suitable for a wild bed or a mixture for different annuals, all the best sorts, and those which grow and | any out of the way place. These plants, once) started, wil] bloom together in wild garden style, Itwillmake a brilliant | bloom profusely year after year. Large packet, 10 cents; and attractive bed. Large packet, 10¢.; 6 packets, 50c. 6 for 50 cents,

OUR FALL CATALOGUE FOR 1906.

Our Illustrated Catalogue of Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Crocus, Scillas, Freesias, Crown Imperials, Snowdrops, Alliums, and all Hardy Bulbs and Plants, for fall planting and winter blooming, will be sent to our customers the first of September. It will also be sent free to all who apply. Address allorders and other communications to

JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, Floral Park, N. Y.

SPRING CATALOGUE OF SEEDS, BULBS AND PLANTS FOR 1906. ue

NOVELTIES AND SPECIALTIES IN

GHOIGE SELEGE FLOWER SEEDS.

Our Special Improved Strains of Leading Annuals, Perennials and Climbers,

The Most Worthy Late Introductions, Including Novelties of this Year. Only Select Seed of Improved Strains Offered.

The ordinary commercial Srades of ower seeds, such as are usually sold, can be and are sold at a very low price. They are grown and harvested in large crops, much like grain. They are produced cheaply, sold cheaply, and are, in fact, cheap in every sense of the word; and he who sows them has no right to

complain at their poor quality. They cannot possibly be anything but poor. Seed of high quality cau be pro™ duced only by thorough, careful, painstaking and expensive methods. We do not offer our customers the ordinary commercial grades of seeds. Our stocks are special strains of special varieties bred up to the highest mark of perfection and selected with great care, and for this reason we Srow and offer but a limited number of varieties,—ouly those which are of the greatest merit and sure to Sive satisfaction everywhere, The very best varieties, bred up to an unequalled mark of perfection, has made our seeds famous the world over,

’ We sell only select stocks of special varieties, including Annuals, Climbers, Perennials, ete.

For the best summer display the garden is dependent upon flowers which are grown from seed vown every year. There are thousands of varieties, some good, some indifferent, but the great majority are poor, or in some respects un- satisfactory and not desirabe for general cultivation. With a view to offering our customers only the very best varieties. those which cannot fail to produce good results in every part of the country, we haye for years carefully grown, tested and selected to ascertain what sorts possessed superior merits. The list here presented is the result of our labor. It contains the very best of all sorts, and all which are really and generally desirable. We might offer one hundred varieties of Asters or fifty varieties of Balsams. Phloxes, Poppies, etc., but there would be no advantage in so doing. On the other hand,,it would | be a decided disadvantage, for our customers might therefore fail to select the best kinds. Hi

For the convenience of our customers we have classified our Flower Seed under several different headings, such as Annuals—Hardy Garden Plants blooming first year—Seed of ‘Bulbous Plants—Seed of Foliage Plants—Hvening Bloomers—Everlasting Flowers—Ornamental Climbers—Hardy Perennials—Seed of Window or Greenhouse Plants—and General List Cheap Flower Seeds. ; 4

Annuals, such as Asters, Balsams, Petunias, Verbenas, Zinnias, etc., begin on this page. Here are the choiest varieties

and finest seed to be had. Seed of Hardy Garden Plants, which bloom first year, yet survive the winter and flower still better the second season. _ Among them are the finest Pansies, Daisies, Dianthus, the glorious New Blue Butterfly Delphinium, and the exquisite

Multifiora Roses, and Tom Thumb Platycodon.

Ornamental Climbers cover several pages, beginning at 34. Our Morning Glories, Nasturtiums, etc., are immense.

Seed of Garden Bulbous Plants, such as Cannas and Dahlias follow on page 38. Seedlings of these are very beautiful _and bloom early: Earnie i Beautiful Foliage Plants and Fragrant foliage plants are indespensable to every garden, and seed of the finest

Everlasting Flowers are offered on next page. | i

Evening Bloomers follow on page 40 and are both beautiful and interesting.

Hardy Perennials, or seed producing plants which flower the second year, come next where will be found the best Holly- hocks, Garden Pinks, Sweet William, ete. They are exceedingly beautiful, while many of them are among the bright- est gems of the floral kingdom. Asa rule, they bloom early in the spring, when the garden is almost destitute.

Choice Seed of Window Plants cover 8 pages beginning at 43. Here are the choicest gems for pot culture, and our strains of all, Geraniums, Heliotrope, Abutilons, Cyclamen, Primroses, ete, are unsurpassed.

Culture.—As a rule flower seed may be sown in the open ground about corn-planting time, or they may be started in the house or in hot-beds earlier and transplanted to the garden when danger of frosts isover. A rather light and moder- ately rich soil, thoroughly spaded, is most desirable. Do not grow the plants too thickly. Keep the weeds down and the surface of the soil well stirred with a hoe or rake during the summer, especially if the weather is dry. Pretty effects are produced by massing different colors in Asters, Phloxes, Zinnias, Verbenas. etc,, yet mixed colors are al- Ways showy and pleasing.

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glyssum. ¥ Sweet—Racemes of small cruciform white flowers, honey-

scented, and never out Of DIOOM........... cece cece eee ees 5 A favorite little annual, because of its fragrance and Little Gem—An improved variety; much larger flowers, abundance of bloom, As easy to grow as any weed, and of a pure white, and, if possible, more floriferous than blooms from early summer until severe freezing weather in the old Sweet. Plantis also more robust and spread-

: i ai i ing, a single plant forming a thick mat of flowers and a pepieecoe 7 carly in the open ground, Daipeyluyle fonace 12 to 15 inches across. Three and four hundred

plants for hanging baskets or small pots. Good for cutting spikes of flowers in full bloom can be counted on a good or button-hole bouquets. plant at one time. 3 pkts. fOr 20C.......eeree sence eeeeees 10

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a\sters. richest colors. They bloom a little later than most

The acknowledged queen of autumn annuals, Indis- kinds and escape the ravages of the Aster beetle. One pensable for the flower garden, fine as a show plant for fairs of the good recent novelties. Per pkt. and exhibitions, and charming pot plants, Very profuse Sempie’s Marvel, Crimpont 2. 2-ne.-<. aes 1g bloomers, with exceedingly beautiful flowers of most ex- re < 16 quisite colors and almost perfect form. There are several “ “ =ip OTS of SS SOS Join see Rose, eons " & ae eeien seer 3

oose and globular like a Peony, while others are partly | 4 «. £wWiased Many Fine Colors VeL SR incurved like the Chrysanthemum. In regard to height ~ ay Mixed Many Fine Colors.........---19

they are classified as tall, half-dwarf and dwarfs. The tall One pkt. each of the six for 40c.

varieties are fine for the center of large beds and for cutting, = ts : as their flowers are borne on long’ stems; the dwarfs are Japanese—New Asters of great size and beauty, like

particularly fine for borders or masses of one color. as they Japanese Chrysanthemums. They = of ae are so compact ‘and bloom so profuselyas to seem like so size, measuring from five to six ince a across, Wi many bouquets set in the ground; the semi-dwarf are good Jong petals curiously eS and pone , SO = to give for all purposes, and extra fine for pot culture. . : them a striking resemblance a t 2 a See It is a good plan to make two or more successive sowings, It is a vigorous growing _p ant, fourteen or iilteen tivo weeks apart, to prolong the season-of- bloom; seeds ean inches high. well branched, and producing quite a be sown in hot-beds or house and afterwards transplanted, Bates of these paaae pears BS ee get or they can be sown in open ground. In’ hot, dry weather, | Daybres —A sport from the a oa ranc ning ster, mulch liberally with old manure or coarse litter, and do not ' bearing Immense Peony- ike double blossoms o e let them suffer for water.. Our list of varieties isa fine one. does Son shell Dut ocr ae omer peter produces ne S note sc *¢ s ba Z s Cee eee Gonier =a cucEeh Se Aster. aoe profusion, and their lasting qualities are such that 18 inches high, with enormous flowers borne on long = ino and piso in ee ne yo meta craceful stems. The-plant branches freely, carryin ick’s Branching, Pure White— . ° from 20 to 40 of its magnificent flowers. _ Each flower i branching habit, and continues to grow - biope later as double and perfect asa Peony, 5 to6 inches in diam- in the season than any othprveety be Grrers are afer. eb center filled with charming whorl of petals, Vorydanee, Oltor Zour neh ee tne caine dor, SAees. a e e Sty f iS ad 5 Ss, J © Ginit= Branching Comet, ee or ee ieoloe : oe bunches. The petals are more or less twisted or curled cx < “’ Carmine, Striped White.....10 in such a manneras to give the blooms the appearance z ss “ “White Striped Pink.......... 10 of large, graceful Chrysanthemums, Fine forcutting...10 aS Ke “Rose Pink crt") | wicks Branching, Mixed Colors—Like the above, but of ss A “ss Pure White several different COlOrs..........ssersseeeesstr ses weesense 10

Dwarf Victoria, Mixed Colors—Equally good for bed

One pkt. each of the above siz for 50c. ding. pots or exhibition. Plants one foot in hei ht, the

Giant-Branching Upright, White—A grand white Aster foliage almost hidden bythe plumy flowers, three or with enormous double bloSSOMS............seeeeeeeseees 10 four inches in diameter, of the most beautiful form and Giant Comet—The plants are tall and of much vigor, the most exquisite colors to be found......-..+-++.-- eee. 10 while the flowers are of such extraordinary size that Quilled German—Plants tall and »ranching, flowers beau- they may without contest be said to be the largest of tifully quilled, and noted for the clearness of their any in existence. Flowers are formed of large twisted colors. Profuse bloomers. Mixed colors.......-...:..-. 6 and curled petals, and look exactly like the most re- New Rose—Tall sorts,’about two feet in height. One of the fined forms of Japanese Chrysanthemum. They must very best varieties, and a profuse bloomer. Outer therefore take first place among Asters of unique beau- petals are full recurved and inner petals beautifully ty. Many colors mixed... 2.0.2... ..0sesceeeeesees iniouen eel ineurved and imbricated. like the Rose. Mixed colors. .10 Giant Comet, White—Immense size, snow white. New Rose, Pure White—Pure pearly white; exquisite Giant Comet, Sulphur Yellow—Superb novelty........: for cutting or wearing....... Pere be a oor te oer 10 Semple’s Marvel—A new American Aster of wonderful New Rose, Dark Red—Very rich, clear COG eet aS 10 beauty and profusion, Plants grow 20 inches high, New Rose, Blue--A beautiful shade of clear blue. The branch freely in an upright manner, producing a great white, red and blue sorts are admirable for ribbon bed-

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Early Queen—Decidedly the best early Aster, produc- ing flowers in profusion on long stems, and _ being several weeks earlier than any other. The flowers are very double, rendering them of exceptional value for cutting purposes. Start your seed of this variety as early as possible to get best results. We offer four distinct colors; E

Early Queen, Pure White—Clear and superb.......... 10

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One pit. of each for 25c, | Per pkt: Snowball—A dwarf pure white variety with enormous cry flowers, beautifully imbricated like an incurved Chrys-

Purity—A fine, strong-growing Aster which branches a Sua ana An SOUS NE os ak adana ee its ain 5 ruffant’s Peony Flowered—A valuable and standar pan Renee ak Beregu ano ae oe variety. The most perfect Peony type known. Tall So CUOUIE SUSIE, | ENS CCUG HONE OID EEG Os rowing, and bearing an enormous quantity of extra a perfect white Aster, it has no superior. Habit sym- fargo double flowers beautifully incurved and of every metrical, 18 inches high and literally a mass of large pede Oma DE Con Ta. te Cle Wines CUMEONS Twenty snow-white DIOSSOMS.........eeeesseeeeee sovddoaagoonuoso™ 10 | Dwarf Bouquet—Very compact, but six to eight inches

Pink Branching—A beautiful variety of the large Branch- ing type, with very large flowers, the color of a bright Daybreak Carnation. Stems long and stiff. A grand Aster for cutting purposes, and for vase or decorative purposes of any kind itis unexcelled. Its color is simply superb and the flowers large and very full and double,

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Upright White—We consider this one of our very best Asters, and offer a very select strain ofseed. The flow- ers are great balls of mammoth size, pure white in color, and produced on strong, upright stems two feet or more in length. In every way a strictly first-class

ing, bearing flowers of mammoth size on long stems. : eae : We have cut many flowers on stems measuring from Shakespeare—Dwarf variety, six inches in height. Novel

j e i i Z , shades of coloring, large globular flowers, and very genven to, ey ie Hine NS ae fone ilae Homers floriferous. Each plant looks like a unique little bou- are ofthe purest white, measuring from six to eight quet set in the ground, so compact and crowded with inches across; are double, with curled petals, resem- blossoms. The cut shows their habit to good advan- bling a Japanese Chrysanthemum. A great improve- tage. Fine for bordering a bed of taller sorts..........+ 5 ment both in size and form of flowers, Florists use it SRE CTRL OERER On $2.50 we will. send one packet each freely as a cut flower with great satisfaction............ 15 OS UZ MD hoe Sper

Favorite—A lovely Aster the flowers of which change daily M ixed gi ste rs.

from one delicate shade to another. The plant isa . F d varieties, is very neat, symmetrical grower, growing about eigh- A.bed of mixed Asters, all kinds, colors and varieties, iS teen inches high, bearing one large bloom of beautiful conan SUbraCUNe We otek mixtures of both dwarf an orm on each stem. The coloris blush upon opening, ball-Zrow1ne Sorts Separate. es changing daily until it is a rich, deep aii. Each mane Mixed Tall-Growing Asters—All sorts and colors: will shows flowers of a different shade, and is most attract- make an interesting and attractive bed. Large pkt....20 ive. The petals are wavy and reflexed. A beautiful Mixed Dwarf Asters—All the low-growing sorts........ 1

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ARCTOTIS GRANDIS.

Aretotis Grandis.

An easily-grown annual which blooms in a yery short time from seed and continues in great profusion through the entire summer and fall.- It is highly ornamental, glaucous-

reen foliage and the large daisy-like blossoms are borne on ong graceful stems. The flower may be described asa white Daisy with a blue center and a yellow band at the end of the petals. The form of the floweris perfection itself and the color is novel and fascinating. One of the most beautiful and easily-grown garden annuals in exiStenCe........sssseeeeeees 1o

One of the most useful and /profuse-blooming plants

known. Its very name, ““Ageratum,” meaning ever young, refers to its ever being in bloom and to the long time each flower remains in beauty. A single head of Ageratum will remain fresh and perfect for a month in the open air and from six weeks to three months in the window or green- house, where not exposed to storm and wind, This makes the Ageratum almost indispensable either for the house or garden.

Little Gem—<A beautiful border variety. A sheet of delicate, blue flowers the whole season; compact habit.......... 5

Little Dorrit—Like the above but pure white.............. 5

New Hybrids—Variety of colorand habit, all extra good. Some will be white, others blue; some blue with a white center or white with a blue center....,......008 Be)

Balsam—Childs’ Perfection,

(Camellia Flowered.)

The gigantic flowers double and perfect like Camellias and the wonderful profusion in which they are borne, has been a revelation to thousands who neyer before knew what really good Balsams were. It is not an uncommon sight to see more than 500 of these magnificent Jarge double blooms upon a plant atone time, the branches being perfect pyra- mids of bloom. The Balsam is one of the most beautiful and easily grown of all garden-annuals. Seed may be start- ed under glass early or sown in the oper ground about corn- planting time. Avery rich soilis not necessary, but they like to have plenty of room. atleast 18 inches apart each way. It is very hard to raise good Balsam seed, for they_are in- clined to deteriorate rapidly, and very little good seed is sold. Do not devote time or room to uncertain strains. Per pkt.

White—Flowers pure snowy white and very large, double

and perfect. . A great fayOrite.«c 5. cctetyaws cose was ye bes pcs 5 Light Pink—An exquisite shade of soft pink like the rosy

hueseen in sea Shells. Very fine........-.5--........0eee 5 Pink—A superb sort: a clear, deep color, beautiful buds...5 Scarlet—Almost dazzling in brilliancy ...i....6.e.seeeeceeas 5 Striped—A clear, frosted white, flaked and striped with

rosy purple or scarlet, like a Carnation...............5.. 5

Lavender—Flowers suffused with a soft shade of lavender 5 Fancy Spotted—Evxceedingly showy. This strain shows rare and beautiful shades of coloring almost unknown in other flowers. and all spotted with pure white........ 5 Preferred—Pure white, overlaid by delicate blush or lay- ender that deepens toward the centre of the flower.....10 Light Lemon—A fine shade of Jight sulphur or lemon....10 Mixed Colors—No finer mixture to be obtained............ 10

One packet éach of these ten fine Balsams for 40c.

Commelina. (Butterfly Flower.)

Few plants in cultivation possess so great a num- ber of superior points as do these two new Commelinas. Plants are of graceful, trailing habit, superb for carpet bed- ding or for hanging pots. In pots it blooms every day in the year. In the garden from May until frost, showing daily scores of large winged butterfly-like blossoms. Color pink, and the most beautiful blue to be found in any flower. A shade so exquisitely lovely as to baffle description. Thrives in sun or shade, wet or dry, rich or poor soil; as easily raised as a weed. Blooms in 50 days from seed.

Mixed Colors—Blue and pink........... Sogveweyecnn cs pet. D.

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New Early Garden Pinks.

A great novelty offered now for the first: We all remember the great bunches of spicy double pink Pinks that bloomed so sweetly in nearly every old garden. These new Pinks are the same, only they bloom the first sum- mer from spring sown seed, The flowers also present an array of fine colors, ranging from

white, through different shades of pink, to erimson, some light ones with rich dark cen- ters. Some will be double, others single, and it is hard to tell which are the most beautiful. All have that rich and powerful fragrance so

rized inthe old Garden Pinks. Habit very Fae and compact, one plant often showing a hundred blossoms.

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Gleome New Hybrids.

A garden flower of superior merit, sone that will grow vigorously in any situation and bloom profusely all the time from-spring to. late fall, caring not for prolonged droughts or for continuously rainy weather. We know of no flower which: will stand adverse cireum- stances so perfectly as this. The flowers are borne in large clusters; some of them are of a snowy whiteness, others fine pink, with long stamens, which stand. out in all directions, suggesting its common name, “Spider Flow- er,” It is fine see separate clump or for the eenter of a bed of other flowers, where a tall- growing, attractive plant is- desired. As a hardy, vigorous growing, continuous bloom- ing, showy flower, this is one of the best. — New Hybrids Mixed—Colors range from

snow. white to crimson, with intermedi- ate pink and blush shades...... ......... 10

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A new Celosia which bears great feathery plumes of bloom, more like ostrich feathers or Pampas grass than anything else. These magnificent plumes are one to two feet in length, and of all colors from sulphur yellow to deep, rich erimson, rose, pink, scarlet, yellow, orange, ete. A plant in bloom is afine sight. Mixed, all colors, 10c,

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Gelosia—(Cockscomb.)

The old Cockscomb of our mother’s garden, but vastly im- proved of late years. Its huge combs, from_six inches to a foot across, are of the most fiery gor, cous colors, unlike any- thing elsé in the flowery kingdom, Good specimens are very fine all the late summer and autumn, and our best parks make use of thousands of them for autumn ‘bedding, Start in heat and transplant in open ground after danger of frost is over. As pot plants they are fine. Per pkt. Dwarf Mixed A fine mixture of on colors of dwarf habit,

but earns enormous heads of bloom...°............ 6 Tall M xed—Tall and branching, a plant: often bearing

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(Jarnation, New Marsuerite. A New Strain of Dwarf Perpetual Blooming Carna- tions which Flower in 3 or 4 Mouths from Seed.

This is still the great flower-seed novelty of the times, and here is offered the prize strain of seeds. While others have sold seeds which produce poor and single flowers, ours has always given at least 90 per cent. of the choicest double

lossoms. The plantis of dwarf, campact and pretty habit, branching closely above the ground, and vigorous stalks which need not be supported by stieks. It flowers abun- dantly in a great variety of colors throughout the year, and the calyx never bursts. But what renders this variety far superior to any other is that the flowers appear in about three months after sowing the seed. Moreover it produces at least 80 per cent, of double flowers, which are large and perfect. The plants grow easily everywhere, both in sandy soil or heavy loam, and will give the greatest satisfaction. Indeed, they signify an improvement on all other Carnations whieh nobody ever thought of. Think of getting Carnations in’flower from seedin about four months, which last through- out the winter, and of various colors, white, pink, scarlet, purple, red, striped, mottled, flaked, variegated, ete. esay without hesitation that it is the most important flower seed novelty in many years. Theyare alike valuable for pot ecul- ture and forgarden, Donotsow cheap Marguerite Carna- tion seed: it will disappoint you. F Per pkt. Mixed Colors—Half dwarf, the finest strain, with large

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Purple—A remarkably rich Color. ..--......ccccecceeeeneees . 10 Yellow—Fine yellow color.........+. ons aie lei cick yl Striped ahd Variegated—Many colors.............2eeeeue- 10

New Dwarf—Plants of dwarf, stout habit. and flowers extra large sized and brilliant in colors. See cut above. A greatly improved strain. All colors mixed............ 15

Maimaison-—The flowers are simply enormous in size, perfectly double, of a delicate blush color, and strong elove fragranee. Growth very stout, with large, luxu- riant foliage. No other Carnation can compare with this variety. The packet which we give contains 40 or 60 seeds, all of which will not come true, but if only one plant of Malmaison is procured it is a prize well worth MGOUAL ccccacct chan shice ceepemoonpeacte rn eee ene ene e kn 15

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a 93. ae ee 4 Gandytuft. This good old annual has been a garden favorite for three hundred years. A fine edging plant, and good for cutting. Sow very early in open ground, and keep seed heads picked off for a constant succession of bloom, Per pkt. All Colors Mixed—Many fine ShadeS......-seereeereseenere 5 Pure White—A favorite for floral Work....-.--.-+.++.sss0++> 5 Tom Thumb—Mixed colors. The ideal Candytuft. Dwarf, bushy plahts, growing only 4 to 5 inches high. but bear- ing most profusely compact spirals of bloom of great beauty, Superb.......ceeceesses seceesssetteccscess seereees]O Little Prince—A beautiful dwarf Candytuft, growing not over 6 inches in height, but spreading out and covering a considerable space, which is fora Jong season a per- fect carpet of snow-white bloom. Fully equal to the grand perennial Candytuft. It isa very fine thing.....10

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easily. blow over, «Each plant will reach a height of from 4 to 6 feet. and a more beautiful object is rarely seen. The feathered dark gre age f

hundreds of graceful, Daisy-like flowers that make each plant like some,bure bouquet. he and deep crimson shades are exquisite, and for cutting or wearing they have no superior.

MounsterjRed— Enormous size, deep, rich, velvety crimson..10 Monster Pink—Hxquisite soft pink: TOVEC]Y) ventas viet rel O

mence Plooming What more nee and fine, and show all the rich and delicate colors from COSTNOS Fa dcoochnonadeose 10 Klondyke—A cross between ©. Sulphurea and Childs’ Hybrids. It begins blooming very early in the summ er, and continues in great profusion until late fall, reach- : Plowers orange-yellow in color, and 2% to 3% inches across, differing somewhat It is a novelty in every respect............... 10 Ruby—A new variety of the largest type of flower. and the darkest, richest and best red or ruby color yet seen in Cosmos. It is a grand thing, its immense size and glorious color showing to great advantage..... s........ 10

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like a weed in any situation, _ er pkt. Pure White—Perfectly exquisite ..... 1800606 ognb6GGa000 000000 Mixed, All Colors—Yellow, lilac, white, etc...............55 5

Imperialis, Mixed Colors—This is a new and greatly im- proved strain of C. Marguerite. The plant is much larger and more vigorous, with blossoms fully DOUBLE THE SIZE of Marguerite. They possess the same colors and delicious fragrance, and long graceful stems, But this is not all. This new strain, Imperialis, is so strong and vigorous that, unfavorable wet and hot weather, which kill plants of the Marguerite, have no effect upon it, and it blooms profusely ail summer ...........00:..05 10

(alliopsis.

The Calliopsis, or Coreopsis, is one of our bright- est, cheeriest an- nuals and as easy to grow _as any weed. Sow in open ground early, and thin to six inches apart. The myriads of gay flowers, poised on long foot-stalks above the foliage, make a mass or bed of

these a dazzling a SSS sight. CALLIOPSIS. Dwarf Compact—Mixed colors. Compact habit..........- 5

as it blooms continually in any soil or situation.........-- 10

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Cactus Sunflowers,

These new Helianthus are as fine as Cactus Dahlias. They grow about 5 feet high, braneh- ing freely and show dozens of flowers at once,some double,some single, some with broad petals, others twisted and quilled. Colors range from dark yellow to almost pure white. ull of bloom all summer and exceed- ingly showy, also extra fine for cutting for vases and various forms of decoration. All colors, shapes, sizes, double and single WIT OS 5S Sos cas cesce enn - 10

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v (,low. (Chrysanthemum Coronarum Hybrids.)

This isthe most effective an- nual yellow garden flower it has ever been our good fortune to see. Seed is best started inside and the plants transplanted to the garden at the proper time. They will begin blooming at once, making a most symmetri- cal and compact growth as seen by the cut, and showing hund- reds of brightest yellow blossoms as double and perfect as roses. Nothing but the famous Golden Glow itself can equal it for a display but that is a tall grow- ing, late flowering perennial plant. This Baby Golden Glow iS an annual growing only two feet high, flowering early and so profusely that it eclipses ail other garden annualsfiorashow. We offer two colors.

Golden Queen, or Baby Gold- en Glow, bright yellow.......15 ite Pearl—White or cream color with a deeper center....10 1 pkt. of éach for 20c,,

Sunflower.

A dwarf branching Sunflower, crow- ing less than two feet high, loaded at all times with lovely’ Cosmos-like blos- zoms,of perfectshape, and'wide spread- ing petals. Rich deep yellow with black % zenter. A very beautiful grower. It begins blooming in a month after seed is sown, and few garden flowers are more attractive, the large, showy blos- soms on such tiny plants look very «9s di BSANIGITOE sce ccnien etek och een cestenn 5

desirable either for garden or pots. Little Belle—Fine snow white very dwarf...........e...... Little Fred—Pure golden yellow. very Ch ISU Aonocpsonaoood Capensis, fl. pl.—The fine old double white Feverfew.... 6 Eximia Grandiflora—Flowers enormous in size, as double as Roses, and pure snow white. A most superb pot plant, blooming all the year round.....

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Gaillardia Perfection.

.These are aptly called the Chrysanthemum Gaillardias, owing to their great size, brilliant colors and double and perfect blossoms. Flowers are enormous size, perfectly double, and borne in great profusion all sammer, while the colors and variegations are the most brilliant and beautiful imaginable, scarlet, red, orange, purple, lemon, buff, ete. As pot plants they are also exquisite. Startseed early........ 10

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_ A new strain of Hollyhoeck which grows quickly and flowers in August and September from spring sown seed in the open ground. Flower stalks not quite so tall as other Hollyhocks, but the flowers are. large, showy and of various colors, both doubleand single. In fact they are as good as the perennial sorts. Mixed all cOlors......ccccsccscsescseees 10

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A most glorious garden flower. Plants begin flowering quite early from spring sown seed. The enormous flowers are 10 to 12 inches across, opening quite flat and show to wonderful advantage. Color a clear, bright lemon with a black center. Plant grows 4to 6 feet tall, showing every day 2 to 3 of these most magnificent blossoms. Nothing else like it or so magnificently beautiful

Linaria Maroccana

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A new garden flower, the seed of which may be sown early inthe open rround, or started inside. n either case it germin- ates quickly, grows rap- idly andissoon in flower; the long, graceful spikes lasting allsummer. One of the very best_of the recently introduced hardy annuals, and a prize as either a pot or garden plant. Colors, pure white to rich, dark erimson: some of the shades being wonderfully

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n old-fashioned, but nove the less valuable annual, with large, compact spikes of showy flowers, in shades of white, pink. red, blue, ete. Sow early in open ground. Per pkt. Hyacinth Flowered—Great Hyacinth-like spikes of large

double flowers. Mixed Colors...:++++++++ SF es eee 5

[,obelia.

Charming little plants for small beds, edging baskets etc. Graceful and pretty, and colors exceedingly clear. . most charming pot plant for window culture, blooming in four weeks and making the prettiest little pot flowers, Crystal Palace—Dark blue. best for bedaing........-++++++ 5

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5 = Myosotis. The beautiful Forget-me-not is a synonym for faithful- ness and undying affection. Beautiful for shady nooks and quiet beds, and exquisite for cutting and for wearing. uike the Pausy there is something almost human in the expres- sion of these modest little flowers, that look you frankly in

the eyes as though they had something to tel] you. Though perennials, they bloom the first season. Fine for pot culture in ashady window where few plants will bloom. Per pkt.

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Misnoneitte.

Mignonette is the French word for “‘little darling.” No more expressive word could well-be found for the sweet, homely flower that by its merits alone has .won its way as the favorite of all, though hundreds of showier flowers were its rivals. No garden is complete Without its plot of Mignon- ette. no nosegay finished without its sprig of this sweet smelling flower. We pride ourselves on our choice strains of this favorite flower and believe no finer seed can be pro- cured anywhere. Sow early in the ground for summer blooming, and in pots any time for the window. Per pkt. Common Sweet—The old small flowered variety; very

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Goliath—Beyond all auestion the finest variety of Mignon-

ette yet introduced. In every respect itis fine........... 10 Giant White Spiral—First, introduced by us many years ago. Very distinct from all other sorts; rank, luxuri- ant foliage, deeply cut and. decidedly ornamental. Hach plant bears great quantities of large, snow-white Spikes, that are very pretty for cutting and for small

bouquets. Grows and blooms in any situation.......... 5

variety is on the market. Ours is strictly pure......... 10 White Machet—A new very light colored type of Machet. LDS dig) tha SqnEsnenaee aialofurafelelaielstalatafalejelsicieieiticie aie: istie nae nea en 15

Allen’s Giant Winter—This is decidedly the largest and finest Mignonette ever grown. It is fine in the open round, but grows to best advantage as a winter loomer in pots. : With good care it produces spikes over a foot in length, and of enormous size. Superb as

a cut flower. Very fragrant.......... nodooapoadcoouacanocee 10

Improved Victoria—This new Mignonette is one of the most desirable novelties we have seen for a long time. It grows only 6 to twelve inches in height and is sure to put every lover of flowers in ecstasy y, its perfectly regular, pyramidal habit and the beautifully formed spikes of the prettiest red Mignonette flowers ever seen. Its large compact spikes are exceedingly fragrant, seeming to surpass in this respect all other varieties...10

New Mixed Sorts—A fine mixture of a lot_of new large- flowering sorts, representing a range of shades vary- ing from brown-red to yellow. A most magnificent mixture and will give a varied and beautiful bed....... 10

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Petted by our grandmothers, neglected by our mothers, now once more on the high wave of popularity. Bright showy flowers, that. need_ only the slightest care to do well. French, Mixed Colors—Double flowers, rich, dark shade..5 Dahlia-Flowered—Very rank and tall, studded with enor-

mous double Dahlia-like flowers. The. colors range

from the palest canary-yellow to a deep, full orange.... 5 Legion of Honor—Plant very dwarf and compact, bearing

flowers of large size, and exceedingly striking, owing

to the wide contrast in their colors. The centre of the flower is a bright brownish red, while the outer half is

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Lovely. Pond Lilies of which everyone is so fond. M of the new foreign varieties grow and bloom from seed the first year, and among them there are a great variety of col- ors, white, yellow, blue, purple, ete. Seed should be sown in a pan or a saucer of mud just covered with water. Ina warm temperature they will germinate quickly. and grow rapidly. These Lilies have a fragrance rich and peculiar. 4Zanzibarensis—The grand African Water Lily, with enor- mous incurved flowers of the most exquisite eoloring, and so profuse blooming that a tub of them is never without flowers from early summer until frost. They grow so rapidly that they will bloom in ten weeks from seed and are so little trouble anyone can succeed with them, Give them a very rich soil, full sun, and shallow

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maken tolstantiny / Mixed! Colorsht.:.fgs:.0. oN 20 Coerulea—four inches across, and of a beautiful lavender- blue eolor, Remarkable fragrance....................... 10

Odorata Alba—Native, pure white Water Lily.....25.,....- Nelumbium, or Egyptian Lotus—This is the grand and ancient Kgyptian Lotus, a Water Lily of great size and Surpassing beauty. It should be planted in rich mud, with one or two feet of water. Tt flowers the first sea- Son, its flower stems raising out of the water to the eight of four or six feet, surmounted by a great doubles pink or. white flower, which isa foot or more across. Either in pots or tubs it blooms from July to October. .20

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if . Nasturtium.

If we were asked to name the six best annuals, the Nas- turtium would be one ofthem. They are so easy to grow that.a six-year-old child could plant them and care for them, and they have every good quality of a bedding plant—com- pact habit, attractive foliage, intensely bright and beautiful flowers, borne profusely the whole season, not troubled by and standing dry weather well. Do not let seed form, and plant on thin soil, Per pkt. Lady Bird—A beautiful yellow, stained and blotched with

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Rose—A lovely soft shade of rose............ 5

Spotted—Gorgeous in colors and MAarkiNgS.....++-+eeeseere 5

Beauty —Deep yellow, marked with bright scarlet......... 5 King of Tom Thumbs—Deep, velvety scarlet, with hand-

some dark foliage. Very fine .-....5.2.. 0.2... cecreeeees 5 Ruby King—An elegant new sort, with flowers of large

size and rich ruby color. A grand sort................+: 10

Dwarf Caprice—Like the climbing variety, except it is dwarf. It bears large blossoms in abundance, some of which will be yellow, some crimson, some rose, and

others beautifully mottled and variegated......... Siemee 10 One packet each of the above 12 for 50c. Tom Thumb, Fine Mixed—Per oz., 20c: per ib., $1.50..... 5

Giant-Flowered Tom Thumb, Mixed—The blossoms are simply enormous in size, and there is a marvelous range of colors and an infinite variety of new shades. Clear golden yellow, salmon-pink, red, golden-brown, all shades of yellow variegated with red and brown, canary color, terra cotta, orange and black, with all combinations, making a most brilliant showing. Some of the combinations of color are quite indescribable. The plants are dwarf and compact in habit, with large. luxuriant foliage, and bloom with wonderful profusion allsummer long, For pot culture, especially for winter blooming, they are superb, and rival in beauty the choicest plants in any collection. Planted at any time during winter or spring they will bloom in afew weeks, and are certainly unsurpassed for window piants. 3 pkts., 20¢: 0Z., 30c; lb.,$2,00............. sotdiss-.5-oaasos 10

Jupiter—{NEw GrantT]—As beautiful as an Orchid. The

plants are strong and vigorous, with very large leaves,

measuring from five to eight inches across. The flow- ers, which are very numerous, measure 342 inches in diameter and are borne on long stems well above the

foliage. They are exquisitely formed. The color is a

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_ Anew dwarf Nasturtium with very brilliant flowers rang- ing from scarlet to yellow, and golden yellow foliage. The contrast is most striking and the effect beautiful and odd beyond expression. As garden or pot plants they are unique, combining highly ornamental foliage and showy flowers. Mixed colors. OZ., 30c..........+++ Pa So spies ip ei

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Poppies. Universal garden fayorites from the days of our grand- mothers. There is nothing more graceful than the silky blooms of single Poppies, nodding at the apex of their long wiry stalks like so many tropical butterflies that a passing zephyr might waft from their airy perch. There is nothing more gorgeous than the double Poppies, bursting with full- ness, glowing with color, and like great Ponies, or Snow- balls in size. There are few flowers easier to grow, if the precaution is taken to sow early, and cover lightly, and none more useful to light up dark masses of shrubbery, mixed borders, or dull bits of landscape. Do not weit for warm weather to sow your seed, but sow very early in the spring, that the plants may have their growth made, ready to bloom at the coming o! ) Per pkt. Improved Shirley—No better flower seed novelty has

long wiry stemsS..... «2.000... Stace prden kearecnrak ose sucess 5

of the frilled petals. One of the earliest to bloom..... 10 Rosebud—Dainty flowers like silken rosettes, cupped like Roses. Some of these are exquisitely mottled and shaded, while others are solid colors, margined with other shades. The coloring is something wonderful, and must be seen to be appreciated. Intense scarlet, crimson, pink, white, blush, mottled, fringed, ete....... 5

One pkt. each of the ? for 40c. ALL POPPIES MIXED. Poppies grow so rapidly and flower so quickly that they

may be planted anywhere for a showy mass or for cut- ting. For this purpose we supply a large packet of

more than 50 sorts of Poppies mixed...........sscesesece15

NEW ICELAND POPPIES,

New [celand Poppies. Here is anew strain of Iceland or Nudicaule Poppies, hardy perennials that flower well the first season and for

years afterwards. They are most beautiful and graceful, the bright, large blossoms being borne on tall, wire-like stems well above a beautiful crown of fern-like foliage. The colors are exceedingly bright and novel—lemon yellow, or- ange, salmon, white, scarlet, ete. They bloom all the season

through. 7 Per pkt. Single Mixed, fine large sizes........ abotarcec cocunocpoasee 10 Double Spe MOTIVHOILOCELY O sorsietee sieiere sikcicaewettaccisniietcs vias 10

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This is a flower for everybody. Few high-priced and rare plants can begin to compare with the Petunia for beauty, and not half a dozen other flowers on our list are as showy in beds or masses. We once saw in front of a hum- ble western cabin a great raised bed of Petunias, a perfect cloud of brilliant blossoms that could be seen far over the prairie, gleamingin purple and white, like some great'star, and all this wealth and beauty was the product of a ten-cent paper of seed. Thesmallest yard or the finest park is not complete withoutthese butterflies among flowers, that mind neither heat, drouth or rain, but bloom in profusion until the winter is almost upon us. The is best started in the house, and the young plants transplanted to open ground one foot apart, but if the soil is made“very fine, seed ean be sown in open ground and covered lightly. Per pkt. Childs’ New Iybrids—Striped, blotched and stained.... 5 Grandiflora Mixed—Very large flowers and fine colors

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Ring of Emerald—Large pink and. crimson blossoms,

deeply bordered with a green band 10 One package each of the above four for 30c.

Fringed Perfection—A highly perfected strain, the petals of which are deeply ruffled, and the ruffles in turn ex- quisitely fringed. A superb strain of the richest colors.10

Giant Flowered Single, Mixed Colors—Enormous single flowers of a_great variety of superb colors and fancy markings. Exceedingly beautiful.........s.+se+seesseese 15

Ruffled Giant—Flowers of this new strain are exceed- ingly deep-throated, and very large. They are ruffled, fluted and fringed, striped, blotched, and of solid in- tense colors, with many combinations new in Petun- ias. It isa reat strain which will surprise............- 20

Childs’? Monster Mixture—All sorts and varieties of the giant-flowered type. A grand mixture and will show a wide variety of beautiful forms and new brilliant __ COLOTS vise couse en ccna cee Rok She Sete em einle pita essen s\e sin\na's e aee 25

DOUBLE GIANT-FLOWERED PETUNIAS. This is the choicest double Petunia seed that the world can furnish. and we stake our reputation upon it, A larger per cent. will produce double flowers than any other, anc the flowers will be larger and better.

Giant-Flowered Double, Fringed, Mixed Colors—The

largest and finest colored Double Petunias yet seer.

Their size and beauty will be a revelation to all.........20 Double White—Fine, pure white flowers, very double.....20 Double Crimson—Intense crimson, large, double ......... 2 Double Rosea—Pink, and white, beautifully mottled. .....20 Double Heliotrope—Beautiful Heliotrope blue...-.....--- 20

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Doubte Rose Flowered, Mixed Colors—Large blossoms, as double as Roses and the greatest variety of colors...10

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New Sweet Pea CRIMSON CLUSTER.

This splendid Novelty originated with one of our custom— ers in Michigan. It is a Pea which produces_flowers in clusters. somewhat like the Perennial Pea. When vines are vigorous, clusters will contain from 5to8 large mag- nificent blossoms of the richest crimson-searlet yet seen in | Sweet Peas. Lots of these flowers will also be quite double, each plant looks like a perfect bouquet setin the ground. and all exceedingly fragrant. Itis by far the most mag- As pot plants they are also very fine, and bloom inces- nificent variety yet grown, one that will produce twice as santly both summer and winter

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Sweet Peas. Our Great Collection of Grand New Varieties.

_ One of the dear old flowers that will never go out of fash

ion. EveryoneJ who has a yard ought to grow quantities o

this sweetest of all flowers, that is not only a beautiful low-

growing vine for garden and decoration, but one of the most useful of all in furnishing material for vases, bouquets, and ail cut flower work, Plant quantities of these lovely flowers and cut them witha lavish hand: Their presence will bring pleasure to the sick room, adorn your friends’ otherwise empty vases, and make happy the flower-hunery children with no pretty yards and flowers of their own: for every flower you pick, two will come to fillits place. Easy to grow anywhere if sown early, very early. For the largest and finest blossoms, dig atrench six inches deep, put in two inches of rotten manure, a little earth, and sow the seed over this three inches apart in the row, covering an inch and a half deep. l 1 possibly be worked fill up the trench nting will produce

*St size.

Our Grand Large-Flowering Mixed Sweet Peas—The finest mixture possible, as only the largest-flowered or “Grandiflora” type (Eckford’s) is used. More than 100 different colors; perfectly magnificent, Pkt., 5e.: oz.. 10¢c.; 7alb., 25e.; 2elb., 40e.; 1lb., 5c.

50 Sorts in One Packet for roc.—For 10c. we will send a packet containing 50 seeds—mixed—one seed each of 50 different named varieties.

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This is a list of the go very finest and newest Sweet Peas in Cultivation. A better selection could not possibly be made.

All at 5c. per pkt., roc, per oz,

Admiration—Delicate lavender pink.

Agnes Johnson—Large rosy-pink, shaded cream.

Capt. of Blues—Fine large blue, lavender shaded.

Countess of Lotham—Soft cream. heavily shaded with delicate pink. A very charming flower.

Dandy—White pink edges. A very delicately colored and in every way a superb flower. q Dorothy Eckford—Largest and finest pure white.

of great substance. Dorothy Tennant—Deep rosy mauve. Duke of Clarence—Bright rosy claret; purple maroon. Duke of Southland—Purplish maroon standard, indigo blue wings. A very dark variety. d Golden Rose—Lovely primrose yellow shaded delicate rose. Superb. EAS Mrs. E. er a Lary fine primrose yellow. eSt of its color, aenie Gordon—A flie rose delicately shaded with cream. ing Edward—Bright scarlet. A solid deep color and very large sized flower,

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Hon. F. Botverie—Splendid deep pink.

Lady G. Hamilton—Splendid bright la vender. ; :

Lady Mary Currie—Largest, brightest and best of the pinks.

Lovely— Deep rose at base of standard and wings, shading to pale pink and blush at edges,

Lottie Hutchins—Pale primrose, striped with light pink,

Maid of Honor—White, with lig ht blush-lavender edge,

Modesty—Very soft blush, almost white. The lightest pink.

Navy Blue—Best dark navy blue.

Wiss Wilmott—Deep orange pink. Very large and extra fine.

Mts. Walter Wright—Standard mauve, wings blue. A beau- tiful combination.

Othello—Deep maroon, almost black. A rich and odd color.

Prima Donna—Light but bright blush-pink. ~

Prince of Wales—Bright rose-pink.

Royal Rose—Standard deep rose, shaded with lighter pink; very light pink wings. Very large blossoms.

Sue Earl—Primrose edged with delicate mauve. Extra fine.

Sunproof Salopian—Very large size and hooded. Bright clear scarlet. One of the best of its color, surpassed only

_ by erimson cluster. :

Stella Morse—Primrose-yellow, tinged with blush-pink,

perhaps more correctly a rich cream color.

5c, per pkt., 10¢ per oz, The 30 sorts, 1 pkt, each, for $1,25,

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SWEET PEA, - & Dwarf “Cupid” Sweet Peas.

This is a dwarf Sweet Pea, the plant growing only five inches high, yet spreading out and forming a solid mat of foliage and flowers one and one-half feet across. The blos- soms are very sweet, of largest size and greatly abundant, with three flowers on each stem. It begins to bloom as early as May, and, unlike the climbing Sweet Peas, continues in

profusion until killed by the frost. This is a remarkable 1

feature and makes it at once one of the most superb plants

for bedding, massing and edging in cultivation. Also very desirable as pot plants. Per pkt. White Cupid—Pure white, large, perfect, very sweet...... 5 Pink Cupid—A lovely pink in color and a very free grower 5 Primrose Cupid—A fire tinted yellow or primrose.... ... 5) Firefly—Intense scarlet-pink...........ccce cece eet re cee eneeen 5 C. of Radnor—Beautiful lavender blue...........eeeeeees oats Mixed —SiSGrtS. MO Airset OCatericteet\ co's ctersialeteielsisicieisnie'o.e sfvieiciia’s poonous

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Bush Sweet Pea.

This new Pea grows in dense bush form, about 12 inches aigh and requires no support; in*this respect much like a push bean. The flowers are large and fine. We offer a most superb mixture of about 40 different sorts. Pkt., 5¢; oz., 15¢.

Pouble Sweet Peas.

The new double sorts produce flowers nearly half of which will be double, as shown by cut. Very beautiful and attractive. 10¢c per pkt.; the 4 pkts. for 25c.

Double Pink Double White, Double Scarlet, | Double Black. Double Mixed Sweet Peas—Several colors. Per pkt., 10c.. 0z., 20¢.; 1b., $1,00.

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Phlox [)rummondi.

One of the very best of all bedding annuals is the Phlox Drummondi. surpassing almost everything else in dazzling brilliancy. We may well be proud of this distinctively Amer- ican flower, for it is extremely beautiful, neat in growth, and an extraordinary bluomer, . The newest sorts of Phlox are so far ahead of the older varieties that we have discarded all the latter, and offer now none but those beautiful new ones of recent introduction. The Phlox make beautiful rib- bon beds when different colors are sown side by side, and are also grand for masses of color. Per pkt.

Grandiflora Mixed—Thirty different colors. Fine for large bedslandsmassesseeeerOz Sl O0taredeeeea courtier eicle.s 5

Stellata—Of the most dazzling. deepest scarlet, with a con- trasting eye of the snowiest white. This is a wonder- fully brilliant bedder, giving a blaze of color............ 5

Double—The strain here offered is most excellent and a large per cent, of the plants will produce fine double flowers in great clusters; white and yellow mixed.:....10

Childs’ Star—Large size and curiously pointed, fringed and toothed blossoms—utterly unlike anything else— eolors of every conceivable shade, more than a hundred distinet tints, shades and combinations having been counted among them. Searcely two plants can be found of the same shape and COlOr........c.ccceeeoe cateeseooeee 10

Ghilds’ Jubilee Phloxes.

Flowers of great substance, beautiful form and uncom- mon size, while the colors are extraordinarily rich and var- Jed, glowing crimson, dazzling scarlet, deep rose, soft pink, pale blush, maroon-black, lavender-purple, pure white, and numberless other rare shades, many with contrasting eyes, Briers or Apattoringe: an habit these ne pe OXeS are ereey : and bear their velyety blossoms in' great profusion, making Sa ir . them unrivalled for bedding. They are of. dwarf. stout, Salpiglossis. branching habit, and the individual flowers are the size of a A P : twenty-dollargold coin. The grandest of all Phloxes known | pyajiiny exceedingly beautiful flower, and an extra fine and to cultivation. ~ Per pkt rilliant bedder. Large, lovely, funnel-shaped blossoms of

5 - | velvety texture, and with deeply sunken veins, penciled and

ee Alba—Large; pure white............scseeeeerere ees 10 | shaded with the richest tracings on a groundwork of tho aa Coccinea—Rich, velvety scarlet................---..10 | most pleasing colors. It stands the sun well, and some of ‘«| ~ Attoputpurea—Dark velvety crimson black...... 10 phe pues beds we have ever seen have been of this beau- « “*. Corulea Striata—Blue striped white............... 10 3 ee seen anne . Poe OMe “« Imitea—Fine primrose yellow...........ssceeeceeeees 10 Grendiier aes Cre grand mew Soin poh ei r Rosea— Beautiful bright glowing rose... Sodom nn 10 and fantastic markings’ eae inablet “ihe eetnIneS . Stellata, Mixed—Many fine colors, all with a pure. penciling and blending of the colors is wonderfully fine.10 Winite eye. Very CTECHIVE, 5.0.00. cccce enc cee nen cctocensees 10 i : Jubilee Striata, Mixed —Many fine colors, all. striped swith white. .Splendid........... Jotascooggcedodeveopaodag9 10

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den. Hach plant bears a profusi i ich: oa OWS _ ‘ velvety, glowing. and un me ate har dower ehe ee oe inost remarkable quality it is a most beautiful flowering

ir i ant, and blooms in a very short time (60 days)-from seed. Rie ed Celgene ete a oomaucts and vases. .. - It is particularly valuable as a winter bloomer, the blossoms Double, Mixed Colors—Dwarf habit, fine co ea 5 | being large, cup shaped and of.a lovely light blue color, with Snow Ball—Targe, perfectly double, hite colors.......... 5 | awhite center. It is a profuse bloomer in pots both summer > e, white as snow....... 10 | and winter. In the garden it-grows too rank and weedy to

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The Salvia is now a standard bedding plant, and well does it deserve its honor, It stands heatand routh remark- ably well, and its colors are very showy and-intense. Seed is best started under glass, though self-sown’seed frequent- ly comes up in great numbers where a bed of these plants has been the year previous. Cuttings are easily rooted and make fine winter-blooming plants. Per pkt

Splendens Compacta—Fine dwarf habit, very free flow- ering and of intense brilliancy. It blooms profusely all the year, beginuing in about three months from the

Le e time of sowing the seed. Perfectly exquisite........... 10 Ten-Weeks Stock. It has every merit ofa perfect flower—a | Silver Spot—Foliage green, spotted yellow: flowers compact habit, many and long spikes of closely-set, large, brilliant searlet..... Srkeneeenee was cnbanh ants enebene ners ees 10

Golden Leaved—Habit compact,short-jointed and branch- ing. with an abundance of foliage, which is ofa fine yellow shade, hardly a trace of green about it. _The flowers are a light transparent scarlet of exceptional brillianey. The brillianey of the flowers against the

exceedingly : ¢ ; dark maroon-brown, and through all intermediate shades of

greatest perfection in the cold atmosphere of our Northern yellow foliage producesithe most striking effect we have States. In the South and West a cool situation should be observed in any plant. Not only is the plant a fine bed- chosen, sheltered from the mid-day sun. This plant requires der but it is also a magnificent pot plant, blooming at rich, mellow soil. and must never be allowed to suffer for i

water. Poor care will result in poor flowers. It is worse

ing and high cultivation. Our seed is extra fine. Per pkt. arly Ten Weeks—l2 of the finest colors mixed........... 10 ae ay : —Pure white, very sweet...cslecssecc0 0, 5 | ty a eae —Richicrimson see coe eae eee

different shades in a single bed of these Rowers. .n7.cen 10 Giant Perfection—One of the finest

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according small per cent. of the plants will be single, nearly all producing magnificent double flowers. It is one of the greatest flower seed novelties we ever introduced, and one that will give far greater satisfaction than can be anticipated.

CREEPING THUNBERGIA. Thunbergia.

A lovely trailing plant with large showy flowers. It will

trail over the ground, forming a dense mat of foliage and

Perp. Branching, Rich Crimson—Deep rich crimson....15 | flowers. Colors range through all shades of yellow, orange, a ae Snow White—Large pure white....... 15 | buff to pure white. mostly with jet black centers or pee AS s Brilliant Rose—Very handsome...... 15 | which are very effective. Sometimes called “‘Black-eye 3 - Royal Purple—Rich purple....:........ 15 | Susan.” Also a superb pot plant and one that will bloom As Mixed Colors—Finest colors,all shades 15 freely during winter. All colors mixed...........ccccsseesees 5

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Verbenas.

Like the Pansy, the Aster and the Petunia, the Verbena is a favorite with everybody, and one of the most universally popular of all flowers, both for the garden and for pot cul- ture. For constant and profuse flowering, and for brillianey and beauty of colors it has, no equals. Start seed early under glass, if possible, that good strong plants may be had for transplanting in the garden. They will commence blooming in June and continue until after severe frosts, and during the entire time nothing in the garden- will attract more attention than the bed or clump of .Verbenas. In August cuttings may be taken from some of the best ones and potted up for winter blooming. Our prize strain are the finest Verbenas in cultivation, t Per Pkt. Extra Choice Mixed—From named collection ............ 10 Odorata—It is so hardy seed can_be sown in the open

ground early in the spring, where they will quickly

germinate, grow rapidly, and in a few weeks be in bloom, and give a great profusion of beautiful blos- soms all summer. The blossoms, instead of being in clusters like other sorts, run up into spikes, usually 3 or 4inches long. Very sweet scented and pure white...... 5

CHILDS’ PRIZE VERBENAS.

Famous as the finest strain of Verbenas known. We grow four acres of these superb flowers, and know what we are talking aboue when we say they are the finest of al’ Verbenas. The plants are vigorous and short-jointed anc perfect sheets of blooms. The trusses are very large, the flowers of mammoth size, perfect form and embracing the richest and most velvety colors. They are also delicately sweet scented. The range of the colors is great, and shades are mostly very delicate and dainty. In coloring they are, in fact, perfectly exquisite, there being:very little of the com- mon old blues and purple colorsamong them. In their place we have delicate biushes, lavenders. pinks, velvety indigoes, intense scarlets, whites, mottled, striped, variegated, etc., in fact a thousand different colors and combinations, | Childs’ Prize, Mixed Colors —Hundreds of delicate d shades.. Enormous sized flowers; prodigious bloomers.20 Childs’ Prize, Pure White—Comes true from seed. Great

trusses of snowy blossoms of exquisite fragrance....... 15 Childs’ Prize, Scarlet—A very intense scarlet ............ 15

THE MAYFLOWER VERBENA.

With the habit, beauty and fragrance of the Trailing Arbutus, a plant equally valuable for the garden or pots and penee cue bloomer—what more can be desired. It is named

layflower because the shape of its blossoms, its color, and fragrance are almost identical with the wide-famed and cherished Trailing Arbutus. or as itis calledin New England, Mayflower. The flowers areas rich and powerful in fragrance as the Arbutus. The Verbenas, being of a creeping or trail- ing habit, like the Arbutus, with clusters and individual flowers much the same. one can easily imagine how the ad- dition of the same fragrance may make a close imitation of that most beautiful of all wild flowers. : ; Mayflower Pink—Varies from light to deep pink, like the

Arbutus, with the same unexcelled fragrance. Perfect

form and great beauty. A lovely pot or garden flower.15 Mayflower White—Pure snow white, with same delicious

Arbutus fragrance, Comes absolutely true from seed.15

1 pkt. of each for 20c, MOSS VERBENAS.

Purple Blue—This new Verbena produces a mass of fine moss-like foliage, and as the branches spread out over the ground in all directions, a lovely carpet of mossy green is formed, above which are borne the delicate clusters of purple-blue blossoms in the wildest pro- fusion. The effect is most charming. Blooms in a very short time frem seed. It is novel and beautiful.......... 5

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New Miniature, Mixed—A perfectly wonderful plant,

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Crested and Crinkled—A]l colors mixed. A_ strain covered with beautiful golden-yellow blossoms as dou- : t : vered wit g With curiously erested and crinkled petals.............. 1g ble aS POSES. Fars Re Ue ee eee ony Meee 10 Improved Striped—A good strain representing all the SPECIAL OFFER. ==. fi cert leading colors, but allstriped. Really the finest strain of To encourage the free use of our improved Zinnias, we wil se

Striped or Zebra Zannias in cultivation .....icsce..seeeus 10 | one packet each of the eight varieties here offered for only 0c.

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| _ Anew giant-flowered strain of the grand old Snapdragon,

which in oS and beauty of bloom, either in pots or pardon

almost equals Gladiolus: A * i Per pkt, Giant White—This new plant is a perpetual bloomer, com-

Trailing FLollyhock. |

A hardy perennial vine which trails over the ground ina beautiful manner, It is really a miniature Trailing Holly- |hock. The flowersare bright crimson in color and produced freely, as are also its vines and foliage. We have nothing more beautiful for rock work. mounds or nooks and corners where a trailing plant is desirable. Perfectly hardy in any | Situation. Blooms in nimety days from seed, and continues |all the season, year after year..............cccenecececsesceees 10

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Seed of Hardy Garden Plants, Blooming First Year.

Pausies, Dianthus, Bellis, etc., Hower quickly and freely the first summer from seed, yet the plants survive

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This flowers both summer and winter, and makes a fine pot plant. The flower stems rise from the very crown of the plant at the surface of.the soil to a height of two feet, and are exceedingly graceful, bearing a large, daisy-like blos- som three or four inches across, and of a fine crimson color, with a velvety texture which makes it particularly beautiful.

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Bellis—(Double Daisy )

Beautiful double flowers that appear in early spring, if plants are slightly protected over winter. Blossoms also very early from spring-sown seed, as plants bloom when but two to three inches high. If given a cool, moist, shady loca- tion, will bloom all summer, even in the South. As pot plants they are charming, and will bloom freely all winter, as they delight in cold weather. In the open ground cultivate ex- actly as you would Pansies, and next to the Pansy it_is the most charming little garden flower. Per pkt. Double Mixed Colors—White, crimson, rose and varie-

Patedeeveryad OUle wenn eccicccs cee ccm acceler secliace es 5 Double White—Pure color; handsome flower.............. 5 Maxiama or Giant Daisy—The flowers are from one to

three times larger than the ordinary Daisy, very perfect,

and double and of lovely colors, ranging from pure white * through blush, pink, rose, ete., to deep crimson. Many

of the plants produce on one stem a cluster of 10 to 20

blossoms, instead of the usual solitary one. The blos-

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| CHILDS’ GRAND PANSIES,

A universal favorite with young and old. Every child Sees its face in the Pansy, and, aside from its great beauty, we all treasure it as the symbol of modest worth and true affection. The smallest yard must have its Pansies. Not poor, for- lorn plants struggling unaided with heat and drouth and hard-baked vermin though even there yielding us handfuls of ‘} cheery bloom; but, rather, strong, vigorous plants, rioting in the cool, deep, mellow beds they love, made rich with fertiliz-

| ers, kept free from weeds and shaded from the hot afternoon sun. In’such a bed one may gather great velvety Pansies by

| the hundreds—flowers so radiantly beautiful that they scarcely seem of the earth. Although the Pansy loves coolness, and gives its largest, finest blooms in early spring and late autumn, they are so easy to grow that those living in the South can grow superb ones by giving rich bed, sheltered location and abundant water. Sow seed early in house or open ground. In the open ground sow seed very early in spring, while the ground is yet cool and moist, for late autumn ard fall bloom, or in August and September for spring and early summer bloom. For fall-sown seed have the bed moist and kept shady by boards or papers until the plants appear. These will make vigorous plants that will endure the winter if protected by a few evergreen boughs, or other light covering, Do not let the plants seed if you wish to keep them in bloom freely all the time, Poor Pansy seed is dear at any price.

Our Pausy seed is the very choicest product of Europe, and the various Strains and distinct varieties we offer are the best known to cultivation.

General Collection of Pansies. Childs’ Imperial German Pansies.

| Latge-Flowering, Choice Mixed Colors—A superb ; uibre duced Dy us povcnal EEO, and now Hen eeane : F ene ; ; ; avorite throughout the world. Many inferior stocks have Seew eres large powering, types, ineluding all been placed on the market under the name, but, as the in- colors. Will give great satisfaction. Is surpassed only troducers, we may be depended upon to furnish the true padvande +++ 6] variety. Large flowers o the finest coloring; stout, robust, bushy growth, notwithstanding the heat, and producing fine large flowers during the entire Summer. Flowers of great substance and beauty, mee Per pkt. Mixed Seed—Of more than fifty distinct shades of Im— perial German, including the newest types and colors. .10

ds’ Giant Excelsior Pansies,

_Itis impossible to do justice to these lovely flowers ina , printed description. -Cold type cannot convey an idea of the indescribable richness, the varied and exquisite coloring, the large size, perfect form and great substance of the blossoms. Plants are compact and bushy, and produce great quantities of flowers, borhe well above the foliage, on strong stems. Owing to their vigor this strain withstands the hot and dry weather better than any_ other variety, and produces its great, beautiful blossoms in profusion all summer.. Over a hundred different shades and combinations of color have been counted in one bed of this Strain. (3 pKts., 50¢.)......20 Jennings’ Pansies.

A wonderful new strain of Pansy which has been devel- opedin Conn. The flowers are truly the LARGEST and FINEST COLORED we have ever seen. Among a lot we had last spring some of the blossoms measured 4% inches across, and there Were new and fantastic colors that we had never before seen among’ Pansies, All colors and shades were represented, Ne pmeune of praise ean do full justice to them. (3 Dts:

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-_ colors in scarlet and red which have been recently in- ‘troduced, such as Fiery Face, Cardinal, Fire King, ete. It runs largely to very bright colors..... mbeslatcreisleieibicie viaieta'c 10 A : One pkt. each of above k for 25e.

I Snow Queen—A perfect beauty, being a pure snow-white

~ which always comes truefrom seed. A great bloomer... 5 | Yellow Bird—Very large flowers of a pure bright yellow olny Atinalbedders.cc scr. sf... velo 5

i| Silver-Edged—Dark, rich velvety purple, with distinct white edge. Lovely for eutting and for funeral work.. 5

| Black Giant-Flowered—A new black Pansy of the largest

| . size; a rich coal black; very fine and striking.......... 10

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| Ttimardeau Giant _ Mixed Colors—These are famous for their extraordinary size, though the form is not so perfect as the Imperial Germans. A fine range of Choleeieplorsne senha een ees CdbuaDdualioboones 5

Bugnot’s Superb Mixed—Needs no praise, for it is al- ready famous as the best selection of a noted Pansy fancier. Flowers extraordinary in size and eoloring...10

Masterpiece—One of the greatest novelties in Pansies, the border of every petal being Conspicuously curled and fluted. This characteristic appears in nearly every flower, the size of which is extremely large. The plants

| are exceptionally free flowering, vigorous, strong and

hardy, and the numerous blossoms large and showy during the entire spring, summer and autumn. The pats and colors are also wonderful, varying through all

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| For bedding purposes this ew Violet Pansy is one of the best we have seen in a long time..........:......000. 0000s, 5

plant is decidedly dwarf and compact, producing its flowers on long foot-stalks, and they appear continually from early spring until late fall. The plants possess to a considerable. extent the hardy and robust nature of the Violet, and make Splendid potas well as garden plants. The range of color Tuns through white, buff, canary and azure blue, and the coloring of each is exceedingly delicate and charming: 10

32 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

An indispensable garden flower and one fitted equally to adorn the poor man’s garden or the spacious grounds of the millionaire. Never out of place in any Situation. Sueceeds in any soil, Stands neglect, heat and cold, and is as ironclad asa plantcan wellbe. Like its near relative, the Carna- tion, the Dianthus is superlatively beautiful, many varieties nossessing a radiant-like fire that is impossible to describe. but it is the very acme of richness and beauty. A grand flower for cutting or flower work. and succeéds well in pots for winter bloom if treated like Carnations. Sow early either in house or open ground, and plants will not only bloom all summer and fall. but will survive the winter, and bloom the next season. Never sow any but the best seed of Dianthus if you would have the choicest flowers. Per pkt. Diadematus flora plena—Splendid double flowers of the

richest, darkest shades, fringed, mottled, striped, spot-

ted, flaked, margined, ete,. in a beautiful manner...... 10 Donble White—Fine for contrast.:............:.:...+-....-- 10 Eastern Queen—Grand flowers 3 or 4 inches across, beau-

tifully striped and shaded, and having colors which are

like the richest silkss-. sceemencee ees Soeneeon = se aeneeee 5 Crimson Bell—Immense flowers of a rich crimson red.

A grand flower of the single Heddewiggi type. and a

beautiful companion to Eastern Queen and The Bride.. 5 Imperialis—Double Imperial Pinks. Robust, bushy grow-

ers bearing great quantities of large, double flowers

_of rich, glowing colors 5 Brilliant—A dwarf grower with numerous double flowers ’ of dark, rich red,as large and fine as Carnations....... 5 The Bride—Clear, pure white, with a radiant, glowing crimson center, shading into a pink band..-............ 5 Royal Pinks—A strain with flowers of unusually large size, and beautiful, fimbriated petals ...............+.+- 10

Mixed—Our own mixture of the most beautiful doubleand single sorts, and of every desirable shade or peculiar markings. This will give a bed of beautiful flowers, and scarcely two plants will be alike....<...... eee ceneees 10

One pkt. each of above 9 sorts for 50c.

Chrysanthemum Storm Petrel.

This is a hardy perennial, with finely-cut, fern-like fo- liage and dwarf growth. It blooms. at all times of the year if keptin pots,and out of doors until after hard frosts have killed almost everything else. Itisavery profuse bloomer, and the pretty, rosette-like flowers are of pure white, very large anddouble. It blooms early

the first year from seed, and makes a fine plant for both summer and winter....... 10

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A great novelty. being a hardy perennial that flowers

early and freely the first year from seed. Seed sown in the garden in May will give blooming plants in July. which are of dwarf branching habit, producing the large, exquisite blue biossoms in profusion, A splendid pot plant and grand for bouquets. Plants will winter where they stan and flower magnificently the second year. Per pkt. Biue—Elegant blue flower, large and fine for bouquets....10 White—New this year. Like above, but pure white....... 20 One pkt. of each for 25c.

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_.. Roses from Seed, Blooming in 60 Days.

{_.. With seed of these new Roses plants may be had in bloom in 60 to 90 days from the time of sowing. Plant at any time. ‘They grow quickly and flowers appear in large clusters, and in such quantity that a plant looks like a bouquet. Perfectly hardy in the garden, where they bloom allsummer. In pots ‘Ahey bloom both summer and winter. Froma packet ofseed {,-one will get Roses of various colors—white, pink, crimson, ;* ete..—no two alike, and mostly perfectly double and very “sweet. Greatest novelty of reccnt years, and gives un- * bounded satisfaction.

the first season from seed, blooming in profusion from early in June until late au- tumn frosts without injury. The blossoms are large size and borne in compact, short spikes or clusters, and are exceedingly sweet-scented. The plants are not injured by fall frostsand bloom until December; are also hardy and bloom well the second year. Colors range from yellow to dark brown. +) -GinmleGls GWOocosoasnodeudsene 5 Double Mixed Colors— A favorite English flower, somewhat like Ten-week Stocks. A half-hardy peren- =. nial; very. fragrant and

fs WE fine for cutting. Sometimes i R. blooms first summer......10

Ping codon Mariesi Tom Thumb.

A perfect gem of a hardy perennial plant, which blooms first year from seed, and for any number of years following, as the roots are perfectly hardy. The plant makes a pretty little tuft of foliage close to the ground. and from its crown sends up slender stems to the height of 5 to 10 inches, bear- Ing VERY LARGE, wide open, saucer-shaped blossoms, which

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If - . The Kudzu Vine. New Japanese Flowering Bean.

This is the most rapid growing vine known (13 inches in one day). It has a tuberous root, which is perfectly hardy everywhere, and in spring sends up vigorous shoots, which will quickly shade an entire piazza front. It will grow 50 feet the first summer from seed sown in the open groundin May. Its foliage is very luxuriant, and its rose-colored fragrant flowers are produced in large clusters. For covering porches, arbors, fences, stumps, dead trees, etc., with a luxuriant curtain of foliage, and in the shortest possible space of time, there is no climber that can equal it........eeceeeeeeeeeeneeee 10

3LIMBERS.

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; Vines are nature's draperies and are essential toany and every attempt to beautify one’s home surroundings. The following sele y

ection is all thatcan be desired among annual climbers.

Flowering

Flowering Beans are as beautiful as Sweet Peas, and fine as tall, luxuriant climbers. Finely scented. Japanese White, or Wistaria Bean—This new flowering Bean is from Japan, and produces its long clusters of fine pure white flowers in the greatest profusion. These flowers so closely resemble the glorious white Wistaria, and are borne in such fine Wistaria-like clusters. that it is most appropriately called the White Wistaria Bean. Itisa fine. rapid climber, and just covers itself with

_ fiowers which are beautiful and finely scented..........10 Pink Wistaria—Much like the above, but a rich violet pink and white, followed by dark, ebony-red pods........ -.10

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_ One of the prettiest vines imaginable; thickly clothed with dark green, feathery foliage of great beauty, and dotted with intensely bright velvety flowers that shine like little stars against their glossy background of “eae: Fine for training to small trellises or to run up poles or strings. Mixed colors, white; scarlet, Ct@..... esse eseceesseeeecseeeees

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« 7 ? Ganary Bird Flower.

A dainty vine with beautiful cut leaves and pretty, deli- cate flowers of a clear canary yellow, From the color of its blossoms, and also from a fancied resemblance oftheir shape to a bird with wings expanded, the plant obtains its common name. A pretty vine for the WindOw.......-.-++++++++ee--r: 5

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1 ground in any North- ern State or Canada, like Cucumbers, will bear and ripen an abundance Of fruit before frost. The lace-like network of fibre which forms inside the fruits isa very useful article, and is used for various purposes, such as dish-rags, sponges, and even for bonnets and other millinery work. The flowers of this variety are also very numerous, large and showy............+ agoeded00d 10

CNG NASTURTIUM, Glimbing Nasturtiums.

Climbing Nasturtiums can be used as bedders by peggin the long shoots to the ground. as low climbers for winter o screen, or used as house climbers in winter, They are never molested by insects, and are quick, clean growers that soon cover themselves with flowers of the brightest, richest colors. Everyone likes them who tries them. They withstand heat and drouth well. Per pkt.

Mixed, Alf Colors—Very fine. O2Z.,20C..........seeceresees 6

Mad. Gunthert Hybrids—A new strain of large flowered, elegantly blotched and marked sorts. More than twenty different colors and shades appear among them. All of new and peculiar beauty, Splendid, rapid growers, Eeljoo ia hos) Royh te (242) tie doce OD OO DOGOOCIOUE AAD OBOE DOULanae vonoano 10

Caprice—This lovely Nasturtium is a climber, and bears large blossoms in abundance, some of which will be yellow, some crimson, some rose, and others beautifully

mottled and variegated.. Fine for-windows...,......... 10 Canariensis, or Canary Bird Flower—A lovely climber, with beautiful foliage and fine flowers.......0..0. 0. . 068. 5

Othello—A novelty of this year. ‘A fine climber, with black flowers and dark vines and foliage. A very novel, unique and beautiful vyariety...../....2........ nonogddedud 20

Lobbianum, or Oriole—Mixed ¢ all with- fine fimbriated petals. Colors intense and very striking, being far more brilliant_than other Nasturtiums. Foliage also very beautiful and the growth of vine exceedingly graceful. For garden cult- ure they are superb; but for window culture they are grand, as they grow and flower freely. during fall, winter. and spring......... 10 fix

New Golden Climber—A ~ | splendid climbing Nastur- |p tium, with beautiful gold- en colored Jeaves and bril- liant blossoms of a great variety of fine colors. It makes a vine, either for the garden or window, which is of the most strik- ing oddity and beauty, and willattract attention. The bright colored. blossoms, mingled with the charm- ing light yellow leaves, produce a pretty effect....10

One pkt. each of these 7 Climbing Mstys Nasturtiums for 40c,

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A new annual Japanese Hop which is a wonderfully quick and vigorous grower like the Kudzu Vine. The large, hand- some leaves are beautifully yar- iegated, white, green, and pale yellow. It is a highly forna- mental vine and ore that will grow in any situation and cover an immense amount of space,

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Humulus Japonica Varie- gata—New and fine........10

One of the finest of all climbers. equally good for out ofdoors or for house culture. Pretty foliage and large, bell-shaped flowers that open a clear green, but turn to a lovely purplish blue. Plant seed edgewise in moist but not wet soil: cover to prevent evaporation, and do not water again unless soil becomes very dry. When seedlings appear water with great moderation until out of the seed leaf.

Scandens—Fine blush purple.............

NEW IVY-LEAVED MOONFLOWER,

Moonflower—(Climber.)

The most popular quick growing vine in cultivatic Its rapid, luxuriant growth; its thick, overlapping, glo f >, and its nightly scores of immense silky blooms

£ -e, are merits that cannot be overestimated. il Count a strong vine will bear one to three thou- sand of its superb blossoms in a season. Very fine for piazzas. Per pkt.

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son bars, Texture very delicate..............ccceccceeees 10 Ipomcea Childsi—Enormous size Pe twhlitezses ceeces. 15 Northern Light—Smaller, but beautiful PINKS ee ie. 10

Ipomcea Chrysantha—Fine large yellow blossoms. ae Mixed Moonflower Seed—A|! the above, and others.....

NEW IVY-LEAVED MOONFLOWER, (Day Blooming.)

A new Moonflower which opens its blossoms early in the morning (instead of evening), and remains open nearly all day. It is the greatest bloomer of all vines, a single piant producing thousands of flowers each day. It is alsothe quickest growing vine and will reach the farthest. Seed germinates quickly and freely like a Morning Glory. and vines begin to bloom much earlier than any other Moon- flower. Flowers pink or creamy white; leaves ivy-shaped and produced in great masses, making adenseshade, Vines graceful and of rapid growth. reaching 20 feet in a season and covering an immense amount of space, The [smaller | size of foliage and flowers relieves the vine from the coarse appearance of Moonflowers, instead of which the effect is

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la. New Japan Morning Glories, CHILDS’ GIANT IMPERIAL.

A new strain with gigantic b.ossoms as large as Moonflowers, colors, markings, and variegations never before seen, and of indescribable beauty. Seed germinate quickly, and the viues grow rapidly and are soon in bloom, The flowers are borne by the hun- dreds, are of enormous size, five or six inches across, and of the most delicate, vivid and blending colors to be seen in any flower. Some will be pure white, others crimson. brick- red, light and dark blues, pinks, ete., while others show a rich and vivid combination of colors blended together in a most enchanting way: spotted, blotched, striped, stained, penciled, bordered. mottled and variegated in every conceivabie manner. To add to their beauty the leaves of many of the varieties are richly marbled and variegated white and green, Nothing among flowers can furnish a more beautiful sight than a screen, hedge, or trellis of these Giant Morning Glories, To secure the beautiful varieties which we here offer our agent traveled in Japan, from garden to garden,collecting a little seed from each one, as the best cannot be bought in quantity, and is not to be compared with any Japanese Morning Glory seed which may be put upon the market.

Mixed, All Colors—More than 100 kinds (02, 50¢)......++.sesecsesceee nescence tee eenseceeees 10 Giant Mikado —The newest and grandest strain with enormous blossoms, and the greatest range of beautiful colors and fantastic variegations............. Week Ub uouobes 20 Ceres —Hxtra fine, Bright magenta, with wide white border. Foliage yariegated..... 10 Aurata—Elegant yellowish foliage, often marbled white; flowers of various colors..... 10 Antigone—Marbled foliage, large sky-blue bloSSOMS ............ cece eee cece et eet eeteeees 10 Giant Yellow—A most novel and beautiful color, being a fine yellow, often spotted and marked with other colors. Very valuable............6.cceccesecescnncecctecceeeues 15

Doubic Mixed Colors—Many plants from this seed will produce double blossoms..... 20 FUCHSIA-FLOWERED MORNING GLORY.

A perfect gem of a vine, being of very slender graceful growth, with beautiful foliage and climbing rapidly to a good height. Its lovely blossoms are about the size of a Fuchsia and droop in the same manner, hanging by long thread-like stems. Color fine lilac pink.

A decidedly lovely and novel Vine... cs cde ccs cae cceccccecetccccacteeues joooddadn FOAL 10 COMMON MORNING GLORY. Mixed Colors—The old-fashioned climbing Morning Glory (oz. 10¢.)........ Mipferelateelotalelayete 5

Dwarf or Bush Morning Glory—Fine mixed colors. Grows in bush form....- -e..++. 5

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Seed of Garden Bulbous Plants.

Dahlias, Cannas, and Freesias bloom the first season from seed, and make fiue bulbous roots for future

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planting. Gladiolus, Lilies, etc., bloom second season,

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SEEDLING ANEMONE.

anemone, St. Bridge.

The new St. Bridge Anemones bloom very quickly from seed and make splendid garden or pot plants, and the bulbs are good for an annual display of beauty for years after. Flowers large, some double, and some single and of all colors. It is certainly interesting to grow these charming flowers from seed. Mixed Colors.... ceceeeccrrereeeeeeeeees LO

Ganna.

New Cannas are constantly produced from seed. Our Hybrid Strains have been bred up to such a high standard that the individual flowers are the size of Gladiolus blos- soms, and borne in great spikes or heads of bloom that make them grand for either summer bedding or greenhouse dec- orations in winter. Seeds should be filed at one end and soaked for twenty-four hours in hot water before planting. Start early in the house, but do not plant out until all danger of frostisover. The bed can scarcely be made too rich and mellow. Seedling plants will bloom in July. Per pkt. Mixed Sorts—A choice collection of all varieties........-- 5 Dark Foliage—Mixed; all dark, beautiful foliage sorts.. 10 Crozy’s Dwarf Flowering—Mixed colors. These can be

classed among the grandest of flowering plants, They

eommence blooming very early from seed and continue all summer, making a display which for brillianey can-

NOt be SULPASSCM........seceeeee ees ee ee ssenettecesceesses -,10 New Hybrids—Choice seed from grandest new Hybrid varieties, will give magnificent results ....+++esees ssonce)

Hahlia.

Good Dahlias ean be grown from seed,and plants will bloom the first season from seed. Anyone who ean raise a Zinnia or a Morning Glory can grow Dahlias from seed They are remarkably easy to germinate, and from the very seed luaf the plants are stocky and sturdy. Seed sown in the house in March or April will produce flowering plants as soon as plants grown from tubers. Some of the finest largest Dahlias, and the richest colors we have ever seen, were among seedlings. Give good soil and never let the plants suffer for water, and our word for it, you will be more than satisfied. Out of a large paper of seed, no two plants will be alike in flower. while there will be every color repre- sented, from snow-white to blackish maroon. Start seed in house and transplant to open ground after frost is gone. Double Large-Flowering, Mixed—Will produce some aiwiebolninlolaldia yintate 15

rainbow colors. Imperial Cactus—A new class of Dahlias with large double fantastic blossoms, which in shape and brillianey of

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colors rival the finest Cacti. All colors and shapes are represented some of which are just like Japanese Chrys- anthemums. We first introduced this strain last year, and it has given great satisfaction................-. eran) Imperialis—The “ Lily Dahlia,” grows 10 to 12 feet high, and bears panicles of elegant Lily-like flowers measur- ing 8 inches from tip to tipof petals. The color isa very delicate mauve, almost white, orange center...... 10

One pkt, each of the 5 for 50c.

SEEDLING CANNA.

SEEDLING FREESIA.

Freesia.

It is not generally known that these beautiful, fragrant flowering plants may be grown to great perfection in four months from seed. Seed may be sown at any time in pots and boxes, or frames, of light, rich soil. They vill soon germinate, and under favorable circumstances they will bloom finely within four months from time of sowing......16

[Lilium ‘Fenuifolium. This the brightest and most showy of all Lilies grows freely from seed, and flowers the second season. For cut and full description see Bulbs..............-.... pas case eeeeeae

(Gladiolus.

ee page 93 for choice Gladiolus Seed, COPYRICHTED 1883 BY JASWILDS.

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SEED OF FOLIAGE PLANTS.

BOTH ORNAMENTAL AND FRAGRANT.

Ricinus Zanzibarensis. There are several varieties of this superb new Ricinus, all

of which are characterized by extra large and handsome leaves, compact, branching growth, forminga perfect_pyra- mid of elegant foliage. The seeds are very large, and each kind of a different color, white, black, scarlet. brown, ete. All beautifully marked and mottled. They are so beautiful that they are worth the price asked just tolook at. All Hinds KOM. cc cess e een c ewes ewe een cece cette e tense eseeeet tenes 0

Beta. (Ornamental Beet.)

These are among the most effective bedding plants. pro- ducing immense leaves, often two feet long and eight or nine inches broad and beautifully colored and crinkled. Planted in a bed together, one foot apart each way, they are

rand. One great feature of these ornamental Beets is the fact that frost does not killthem, but only colors their leaves all the brighter (like a Fancy Caladium), and until they are covered with snow. they are objects of great beauty. Much used in Europe for ornamental bedding, being equal to some of the finest Crotons, Mixed Sorts.........+--++.0. eee: 10

Perilla [;anceolata.

A rapid growing plant of odd and beautiful appearance, resembling closely some of the finer varieties of Coleus, The leaves are large and_broad, and are of rich black color, and the compact habit of the plant makes it a striking object in EEA ACCME eet omit © vias clomsisioclne ajcielaieianviom’enericien oe 5

Artemisia Gracilis.

Beautifully cut. feathery foliage of fine fragrance and reat beauty. Its habit of growth is pyramidal, 4105 fect Richt and every branch is covered with a thick growth of fine feathery foliage, which is ofthe brightestemerald-green color. It is particularly adapted to cut-flower work, and all will find it useful and highly satisfactory. Sow seed in the open ground early..... concen ASN eine vcthctsjeietaiite acdquco00000 5

Musk Plants.

Mimulus Moschatus—A fine plant, with foliage highly musk-seented, Makes a splendid pot plant........... 926.)

Malva Moschata—The old perennial musk plant which used to be in every garden, but now seldom seen. Per- fectly hardy, and produces quantities of large Petunia- like flowers, pink or white. A grand old plant.......... 10

- Ambrosia.

_ This is a hardy annual which has been known fora long time, though it has never been introduced. Its merits are long, spiral stems, covered with beautiful green foliage and seed buds which are exceedingly fragrant. Itis as desirable as the Rose Geranium as a plant with fragrant foliage, and for making up into bouquets and other floral work_its beautiful long spirals of lovely green are unsurpassed. Itis one of the easiest plants to grow, and seed can be sown early in the open ground. It takes its popular name, Ambrosia, from the unsurpassed fragrance of its foliage..............- 10

One pkt. each of above 7 for 30e,

EVERLASTING FLOWERS,

Flowers of eternal beauty—those which never fade. They are unsurpassed for winter decorations, and may be made into bouquets, baskets, vases, etc. They last for years by being cut and dried when in bud aud blossom.

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Ammobium Alatum.

A very useful everlasting. Plant robustand great blooms er. Flowers pure white, and very double. Dry as rec- ommended for Acroclinium, and be sure to cut plenty of buds, as they dry beautifully, and are useful to contrast with the full grown flowers..............-- pouodsocosdouoObOsee 5

A croclinium.

Probably the most beautiful everlasting known. Flowers pure pearly white, of an exquisite soft clear shade of pink, with bright golden center. Cut the first day they open, or the center becomes discolored. Hang the branches heads downward inthe shade to dry and the flowers will appear as perfect as when gathered. 1 foot high.

New Double Mixed Colors—Large, full and fine.......... 10

Gomphrena.

Remove cottony covering from seeds, and start in heat if possible. Good for garden and make neat pot plants. Plants bear great quantities of clover-like blooms, altogether different in appearance from any other everlasting, and very attractive buds as well as full blown flowers, extra fine for winter bouquets.

All Colors Mixed—White, crimson, orange, etc..........+.: &

Rhodanthe.

A fine everlasting, good for the garden, and a pretty pot plant. The most delicate and graceful of this useful class. Try it by all means and cut blooms early for drying.

Mangiesi—Bright clear pink and pure white mixed....... &

fl elichrysum.

One of the most useful of all everlastings.. Plants grow two feet high, and are very hardy, blooming untillate autumn. An easy aelpate to grow, and flowersare very bright. The white and light colored varieties color easily, and are often dyed in shades not otherwise obtainable in everlastings. and used in wreaths,ecrosses and winter bouquets. Flowers should be picked before fully expanded, especially for dyeing. Monstrosum—Mixed colors. very large............-ceeee ee ee 5 Dwarf— Mixed colors, compact and free flowering.......... 5

Xeranthemum,.

An easily grown everlasting,and furnishes the only shades of blues and purple to be found in this class. Mixed Colors ..5

(Grasses Ornamental.

_ The evyerlastings would be quite useless without their set- ting of soft, pretty grasses in winter bouquets. Grow a good! quantity of these elegant grasses. There are many of them quite ornamental in the garden and are all useful for cutting: for summer bouquets, as well as for drying for winter. Mixed Dwarf Annual Grasses—Many fine sorts.......... 5: Mixed Tall Anntial GrasSseS........ cece cence cence reece 5.

SPECIAL OFFEER—One packet each of all these Ever= lastings and Grasses for only 30c.

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Seed of Evening Blooming Plants.

Delightful hardy annuals for early garden sowing.

Make a great show evenings and mornings.

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This is a majestic and which furnishe blossoms.

Macrantha—Very large, golden yell Mixed Sorts—A fine va

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y - . = Nicotiana, Fine for separate clumps or masses, or for the center of beds of evening bloomers. One of the easiest of all plants to grow, and equally fine for outdoor culture or for winter blooming in pots. Its long, tubular, star-pointed flowers are —— = pure white, exceedingly fragrant and very profusely borne. 5 1 a | $ R r It is one of the few plants chee flower sb eeu a

Pé 1LiS —( ) single ray of direct sunshine, and for shaded grounds anc

M IPaDILs our O clock, north windows it is invaluable. Much used in the now popular “evening” beds and also | Affmis—Three feet high, with hundreds of fragrant blos-

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for summer hedges, low screens, ete., for which their uni- soms borne for months without intermission.....-...... 5 form, bushy growth well adaptsthem. Plants are crowned | Sylvestris—We regret that Space does not permit us to for months with innumerable silk-like flowecs of the most show a large cut of this beautiful plant. It is a magnifi- ravishing colors, and exhaling a delicious perfume. Indeed, cent garden ornament, growing five feet high, with the celebrated “ Joeky Club” perfume is made from Longi- large handsome Jeayes, making it a grand foliage flora. These flowers owe their common name of ** Four plant. It also bears large. branching panicles of Jong. O'clock” to the regularity with which their beautiful flowers tubular, white flowers, which are very handsome and open at that hour each afternoon. fragrant. each panicle showing as many as 50 flowers at Tom Thumb, Yellow Leaved—Mixed colors. A new dwarf atime. For ornamental bedding it is great..........-+-10

strain of great beauty. Grows only 12 inehes high, and - : - .

each plant is a compact mass of lovely yellowish leaves, M athiola Bicornis.

which in evening are hidden by hundreds of gay blos- Near relative of the Ten Weeks Stocks, with lovely

I AAVATIERAUIONS st cessu eee ce ne , -»» 5 | sprays of pink flowers highly fragrant....-....-.-- kom skh seit Longiflora—Flowers 4 inches long and very fragrant...... 5 One pkt. cach of these 12 Evening Bioomers for only 60c.

THE MAYFLOWER for Jan. 1903 is devoted entirely to Evening Bloomers, telling all about them 5c. per copy. ~

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HARDY PERENNIALS.

These are all hardy plants which live in the garden year after year, blooming every spring or summer with little or no care. They are exceedingly beautiful, while many ot them are among the brightest gems of the floral kingdom, Asa rule, they bloom early in the spring, when the gardeu is almost destitute of flowers. What garden is complete without the Sweet William, Digitalis, Delphinium, Aquilegia, Holly hock, etc.? Do not fail to sow seed of a Sood collection of these beautiful hardy plants this season; they will b@ajoy for the rest of your lifetime, Sow seed in the open ground any time from May rst to the end of July,

Sine lade '=\or sean onarsnosjeoo. 10) Mixed—Several fine colors......10

Aquilegia or Golumbine,

One of the best of the early summer perennials. Curious flowers, extremely graceful, and borne in great quantities high above the foliage which itself is very beautiful and attractive. Extra fine for cutting,

Prize Mixture—100 varieties, double and single, all colors.5 N Chrysantha — Large golden AQUILEGIA OR COLUMBINE, WEN yeonae josasseoonsenmaaoas 10 | = ¥

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OLLYHOCKS: FY mH H ollyhock.

One of the finest of all perennials, and unsurpassed as a stately, imposing plant for backgrounds, screens, center of wide borders, ete. Plants grow from four to six feet high, and bear pyramidal spikes of large, rosette-like flowers of every shade and eolor, from pure white to almost black. The yellow, magenta, rose and black are intensely pure and deep. while the pure white, pale lemon, soft pink and laven- der shades are exquisitely soft and delicate, The pearly blooms of the white Hollyhock are as fine for all floral work as the most double Rose or Camellia, If seeds are started very early, plants often bloom the next September.

Double White—Pure and true.......... ccs cece eae e sense cere 10

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ce Magenta—Fine bright color ............sss00+-2. -- 10 ce Lemon—Pure, bright lemon color........+....0+++: 10 OY Pink—Very delicate and pretty.......... iain sae iie» 10 My) Black—Rich, chocolate black............0.+...0000+ 10 = Double, Mixed Colors—Very choice, embracing over NSS ivieninvaduit enenins hadessninnnaecen meee tiocene keel tke 10 ED Mammoth Allegheny—Flowers 4 to 6 inches across,

finely fringed and curled, and of such exquisite shading as to resemble erushed siik. Colors pink, red, rose, shaded, tinted, bordered, etc., all mixed...........-..... 19

Gandytuft, fjardy.

One of the very best early perennials, extra fine for cemetery use, as the plants are a solid mass of white at just the time when flowers are most scarce, and asthe plants are perfectly hardy they need no fussing with. Those who have never grown the Hardy Candytuft have missed a floral treat. Pruiti—Dwarf, extra and fine. -- .....--.. ocgabodoao® parCoDD 10 Sempervirens—Large flowering, pure white............... 5

Giant Single, Mixed Colors—A yigantic strain of the old fashioned single Hollyhoek, growing 8 or 9 feet high, with spikes of flowers 5 feet or more in height, Very effective and SHOWY...........0.eceseceeeeee aetelelatstelslots we D

Early Flowering or Anntial—Blooms first season from seed. Large, double and fine. Mixed colors........... 1

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Digitalis. One of our special favorites. This, with the double Hol lyhocks, and the Delphinium, form a stately trio of tall grow- ing plants of which nothing finer can be chosen for back grounds, center of wide borders, interspersing with shrub7 bery, ete. If plants Gre not allowed to seed, they are crown- ed for months by long pyramidal spikes of lovely .endant thimble-shaped bells, snow white, rosy blush, or exauisitely shaded or spotted. The blooms are nearly or quite two in- ches in length, and Jap each other with the utmost regularity. Gloxinoides Grandiflora—A strain with large, beautiful Gloxinia-like blossoms. All colors mixed..,..... Seecee 5

Perennial Peas.

No praise can be too high for this lovely iron-clad vine: that blooms constantly from early sammer until late autumn minding neither heat or cold, rain or drouth. Plants of vigor and healthfulness, bearing a profusion of long-stalked clustered flowers, white, pink and deep rose in color, each flower an inch or more across, 4 to 6 feet in height Mixed Colors....... sae ba Pure White—Superb.............. : Deep Crimson—Fine rich Color.............-ee ease ences «2 5 Pink Beauty—White, veined, edged and shaded rosy pink. 5

Linum Perenne.

We will not attempt to convey to our readers an im= pression of its great beauty¢ this they can never know un- til they see it, but will sa thatitis a hardy perenni sending up numerous stems which send out long, wiry branches, which are clothed with a growth of small, al- most hair-like foliage, At the tips of the branches are pois- ed Jarge, salver-shaped blos- soms, borne with such airy grace that they appear to be floating in the air. The effect is charming. Mixed colors.10

= Campanula. B | known nterbury Bells. Large bell-shaped flowers, very cheerful and attractive. Colors, blue, white, pink, ete. Ss: in open ground, co ightly and thin plants to stand tivelve inches apart. Double, Mixed Colors— A

3eautiful plants,

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Delphinium.

Mixed Colors—One of the choicest perennials known, and increases in beauty each vear. Tall, stately growing, with immense spikes of the most brilliant flowers in all shades of lavender, mauve. pale. medium and deep, dark blues. Sow seed in autumn or very early in spring, and plants will often bloom the firstsummer. Very hardy. 5

Fi ERS? Sweet William.

The favorite flower of our grandmothers. One of the best edging plants for the border bearing in early summer large heads of the richest and most varied colors. Very fra- grant and a favorite with eyeryone for vases and bouquets.

Improved Mixed Colors—Perfect in form, large in size, brilliant and varied in COlOYS.....++++ee+++

Double Mixed Colors—Fine double blossoms........ 0s

Stokesia or Corn- flower Aster.

A lovely hardy perennial, and a free bloomer all sum- mer, a rare merit among & perennials. Plants grow 18 ga to 25 inches high and begin blooming early. The blos- soms are Aster-like, fine lavender-blue in color and very handsome. Grows well inanysituation,andissureto | become immensely popular, 7258 and please all.........s+sees aay

Picotees. (Hardy Carnations.)

These are perfectly hardy, standing the winter in the open ground like a Sweet William and blooming most profusely in May or June. The flowers are extra large and perfect in form, very double and of every color, 4 including fine yellows and dull shades of blue. They bloom much more freely than greenhouse Carna- tions,a plant often showing 50 to 75 flowers.

Carnation Pink, Early Dwarf Vienna—Mixed colarsinekcne eee an ek 10

Carnation Pink, Erfurt Giants-Extralargeand extra fine, Mixed colors.20 *

Picotee Pink — Flowers more delicate than other pinks and pleasantly fragrant. Though hardy. they are strongerfor a little protection over winter. Fine Mixed Colors.inecluding a large range of beaatiful BHAUES sc. sncceeeeeeee 2.2.10

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Seeds for

Window or. G

reenhouse (culture.

The satisfaction derived from the cultivation of house plautsis not alone in seeing them bloom. There is joy in seeing them grow aud develop day by day, and the oue who Starts a plant from seed and rears it up to bloom gets all the pleasure there is in plaut culture. Gerauiums, Carnations, Chrysanthemums, Gloxinias, Begonias, Heliotrope, etc., are easily grown from seed, and it is really fascinating to raise them in this way, watching each plant as it unfolds its blooms, noting its form, color and other characteristics, and when Oecasionally we discover an immensely fine one much superior to any we have ever before seen or heard of— the highest pleasure and satisfaction possible to get from plants and flowers isours. It is from seed that all fine new varieties of house plants are produced, and it is not uncommon for a seedling Chrysanthemum or Carnation to be worth more tha a thousand dollars. Qur Straius of all these seeds are much finer than are

asually sold. They are the choicest which cau be growl, .

Sprengeri-A new variety of the finest ornamental qualities. For hanging pots or bracket pots when the masses of rich foliage can droop in its natural grace, itis one of the loveliest objects it 1s possible to find for window decoration. For cutting it lasts weeks in water. Plants also blussom freely and bear large red berries_ which add greatly to the beauty of the wavy foliage. Nothing finer for decorating, or for bouquet making............. 10

Plumosus Nanus—Fine lace-like foliage, compact and most exquisite. A grand foliage plant............. 10

Downy Plume—The most beautiful of the dawrf sorts...20

gh loe.

One of the oddest and most attractive of the popular suc- culents. Keel-ridged leaves, thick, heavy and dark, beauti-

fully marked with white. The bright scarlet flowers are in racemes a foot long, and are produced in winter. It makes a very pretty specimen. Mixedsorts............... goadoadoan 10

TYPE NEW HYBRID BEGONIA, Begonia.

One of the most beautiful of all window plants, hand- some in foliage, and bearing great quantities of lovely flow- ers of wax-like texture and exquisitely soft, delicate shades. Seeds are very fine and need care in sowing. but the flowers

repay all care given. Seedlings bloom in from five to eight months time.

.Tuberous-Rooted Hybrids—Fine single mixed. See page

90 Tuberous-Rooted Hybrids Double—Fine mixed......... 20

Vernon, Double Mixed Colors —-This is perfectly exquisite. Alwaysin bloom. Seep. 125.15

Fancy Leaved—Mixed varie- ties with colored leaves, - yellow, erimson, ete. Also beautiful flowers............ 1

Begonia Rex.

Rex, Mixed Sorts—Justly cel- ebrated as the finest of orna- mental pot plants, Seed saved from our collection of fifty newest named sortsand willgive magnificent results.15

BEGONIA REX.

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Cineraria.

A wondrously beautiful greenhouse or window plant, and not atallhardtogrow. The large, luxuriant leaves sur- mounted in late winterand spring by immense pan- icles of magnificent large flowers of the most brilliant colors. Nothing could be more effective in the window; in fact, no flower is more showy or effective, and the § flowers last in full glory for two or three months, Colorsexceedingly rich and velvety,ranging from crim- 7 son-black to pure white, through all the shades of erimsons and blues, frequenuy with Jarge white cent- ers or exquisite borders, Per pkt,

Grandifiora, Mixed — Large-flowering prize VALICUIES » ows:c as own nes fou eoe <p teas Un ba bnueenceues 10

ACTOSS 2 s>n> ache an BP te Aa 20 Double Flowered — Extra choice mixed, all fine, double blos- Ban Sewakctee aceon s= = oo nes corn eee 25

(<alceolaria.

One of the handsomest and most striking pot plants we know of. Each plant bears hundreds of pocket-like flowers spot- ted and marked in the most curious manner. Our great show of Cal- ceolarias during the late Winter and spring months is one of the noted attractions of Floral Park.

Dwarf Hybrids-Large flowering, mixed COIOTS, =) Seaeeene eh= =e 15

Grandifiora — Spotted and tinged, as well

as fine self-colors;

very large and ex- ceedingly fine.......20

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As indispensable for the window or greenhouse as the Petunia is for the flower garden.*Will stand more abuse and

| neglect than almost any other house plant. Grows rapidly from seed, and is soon in bloom. Leaves are very ornament- al and are often beautifully variegated. Lovely bell-shaped

flowers, borne the year round, in all colors—white, pink. yellow, orange, red, ete. Per pkt. | Choice Hybrids, Mixed—All colors mixed.............-.- 10

Infanta Eulalia Hybrids, Mixed — Large blossoms of

various colors. The finest of all Abutilons, blooming

| freely all the year, and making a short-jointed, bushy

| growth that is much more desirable than the tallgrow- ing kinds. Many colors mixed, pink, white, yellow, etc.20

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Gallas. _ These are easily grown from seed, many blooming with- in a year.

Plambidiepantmente sivas selsels ne else eetoalst abe stl ca ia cislsrorns 20 aye 7 Ethiopica Gigantea—Four times larger than any other Monthly or ree (carnations. Cala See cut and description among Plants. New A fayorite with everyone. Fragrant double flowers of Childeleng Tee Sane en 6) Gia@e leone SE aes Acre ae 25 elegant form and exquisite marking. Seeds and plants grow ana ~ Enormous, and quick bloomer ............++.. ay as freely as the old garden Pink. Spring-sown seeds make | ®Bemanni—Glorious new pink Calla. See page 85.......... 20 fine winter blooming plants. Per pkt. Monthly, or Perpetual—Mixed greenhouse sorts......... 1o

Lawson Hybrids—This seed is grown in our own green- houses and is saved from the newest, largest and finest known kinds, such as pink and white Lawson, Blue Bedder, ete. All earefully hand hybridized. Will pro-

duce magnificent varieties .............0002. tense eens 20 Hardy Hybrids—Hardy free bloomers, extra fine for the garden or for pots. Many fine colors mixed............ 15

Ghrysanthemum.

Chrysanthemum seed sown in the winter will produce large, vigorous plants by fall, which will give a great pro- fusion of fine flowers, even more than old plants. No matter how many plants you raise, no two will bealike, and some are likely to be valuable. All colors, shapes, sizes and varieties will be produced. The great beauty of a collection. of seed- ling Chrysanthemums cannot be appreciated until it is seen. They are grand, and are very easily raised. Seeds germinate freely and quickly, and the plants, being of a hardy and robust nature, make a rapid growth.

Extra Choice, Mixed—<]l colors and varieties ; Japanese,

Ostrich Plume, Anemone-flowered, etec............+-++- 20 : MUM Pompon—Fine mixed.......... 2225 | BISSIX) es Japanese—Fine mixed double. p BW) Te Fae ‘AN KI Ostrich Plume—Or hairy varieties mixed. 25 | ( WA HOKS Chinese—Fine mixed double. .......cccccceeeecseeeec ence ens a3 | O® i i

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Keent Ranete eo cee COLEus. JLLCHILDS, Childs’ Improved Giant Rainbow Coleus:

This is one of the most magnificent Novelties we ever introduced. It grows easily and rapidly from seed, making fine specimen plants in two or three months, and if you raise a thousand of them no two will be alike. The leaves are large (often a foot long) and wavy spotted, mottled, striped, splashed, marbled, etc.. with the most rich and charming colors—white, purple. pink, crimson, green, yellow, velvety red and black—in endless variety. Such colors; such com- binations and contrasts! They excel Fancy-Leaved Cala- diums and all other foliage plants. We never put outa finer novelty than this, or one the magnificence of which will prove such a surprise and delight to those who grow it. The seed we offer is saved from the magnificent specimens which have been so greatly admired at our conservatories. We first offered these Coleus some years ago, but have now a greatly improved strain. Pkt. 20¢.; 3 pkt., 50c.

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CYCLAMEN EUROPEUM,

yclamen. For cut and full description of our grand new Cyclamen, see page 89. Alsoinside back cover. Itis by far the finest strain ever grown.

Persicum Giganteum —Finest mixture-....... Seeleeses arises 20 Apalio or New Butterfly. Very large and beautifully fring- ed blossoms. Mixed Golors.......---.s:ecceeeeeeeeseeeees 20 Fancy-Leaved—Large and beautifully variegated leaves, and exquisite flowers. Several colors mixed..-. ...... 20 Europeum—A hardy early Cyclamen for the garden....10

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—S==x i SEEDLING HYBRID FUCHSIA. Fuchsia. Tovely pot plants, which bloom profusely at all times.

Grows rapidly from seed, producing many fine new sorts. Mixed Hybrids—Finest seed from best double and single

named SOrtS....++..-.--+ nc eapece sree Boo oe 15 Procumbens—Beautiful trailer for hang:—+ pots; flowers best in WINE... 2. ..ecce cer eceeerses ners penettereteaectees

Bolivyiana—Long racemes of bright scarlet flowers ........ 10

Ferns. Ferns are exquisite for table (/ or drawing-room decorations, 7F/ wardian cases, hanging bask- © ets. or rockeries. Spores are very fine, and shouid be sur- face sown on sifted soil and covered with glass. If sown in ordinary pot saucers, neces- sary moisture can be supplied by placinga saucer of soil in- side of a Jarge saucer that has been filled with water.

Mixed—Many fine sorts....10

Boston Fern—Finest of all. Several sorts mixed...... 10

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At once one of the most curious and popular class of

Many varieties can be grown from seed

with a little care and patience. Sow seed in shallow-pans or saucers filled with clear, coarse sand, with good drainage. Cover with glass, keep moderately moist, but not wet. ot seedlings into very small pots. Mixed Sorts—30 to 50 Kinds..cewceveceeseceeectreerers Ratiosca2.0

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| known. The spotted or speckled varieties are very novel | and extremely attractive. Flower quickly from seed, and | in every respect are superior to alliother Geraniums. Per pkt.

| Single Mixed Colors—All types with varied and brilliant

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| — S.5h 3 SSS Z Zi Ghilds’ Quick Flowering, Giant Perfection Geranium Seed.

Our grand new Geraniums are very easily grown from seeds, and if started early will bloom the first summer and fail. Seedling plants are always healthy and make a strong, luxuriant growth, blooming more freely than old plants, especially during falland winter, Anyone car produce magnificent results in growing Geraniums from seed and our new strains are the finest of all Geraniums in cultivation. Allseed we offer is of our own saving from our prize plants at home, or from our place in California, were Geranium seed growing is a leading specialty.

Childs’ New Giant Flowered SZ 3.68 Perfection (or Quick Flowering.) Ss eee

S AY Habit compact. with large, healthy foliage. Flowers per- Sars KI fect in shape, round and sometimes beautifully cupped, Goos" TSAE Trusses immense and the blooming qualities of the plant y AM truly wonderful. But in coloring they are perfect marvels” showing combinations and brightness of tints hitherto un-

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Single Pure White—HExtra large and fine 25 ¢ | Single Pink—Hxquisite shades........... 15 v SiuglelScanlel All Very DIMMMTaMt 2 Se. see ows orice e ele eiele nates 10°

Single Spotted and Striped-All superbly variegated : new.25 Double Mixed—Al]l colors and a magnificent lot. Saved from our own superb Hybrids. This seed will produce some of the grandest double Geraniums ever seen..... 25

Above 6 for $1.00,

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- ; ee PYRIARER, aL CHILDS Zonal Mixed—A fine strain of the common Zonal varieties ie :

DIlll CAH IMNG So dsp ss0easeedosose seudpeouroaRe anoonodan boosod 10 x pinay Bronze, Silver and Gold—Mixed, superb foliage varieties Tricolor—Beautiful in leaf and bloom. The finest of all of exquisite CO]OTING......... 1 eee eee eset ce et teen ees 20 | tri-color Geraniums, much better than the good old Apple Scented—Lovely foliage, highly perfumed like ripe |! Mrs. Pollock. Its large thick leaves are rayed and luszious apples. Extra fine for bouquets, etc.......... 10 zoned with scarlet. gold, pink, green, salmon, ete., like Rose Scented —Leaves highly fragrant and often nicely ARCA OW eselememecelcemensaceccciscinsce -(cjrnscseinneeley 25 -lik 9 B 3 y Bee Ste waaiineton Huo iined: curee on Ivy Leavyed—Double and single mixed; extra fine, with

i is : magnificent trusses of bright colored flowers, and a parece Seulygmeeniiicent, buy seed is porecarce that beautiful trailing habit, with rich, ivy-like foliage...... 20 AAS UPOEDOME team alee siciislalsiele.efaisisisie/elclole re epelcletclesisleisieye slasciete 25 One pket. each of the 7 for $1.00,

48 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

(J{loxinia. (See also page 91.)

Gloxinias grow well from-seed, and, if given good care will bloom in five months from the time of sowing seed giving large and beautiful blossoms. Our seed is extra choice.

Fine Mixed—From a good collection......-.....0+0-+.eeees 10 Childs’ Giant Mixed—The largest and finest of allstrains of Gloxinia. Blooms 1n a short time from seed......... 20

(Gesneria,

A lovely bulbous plant allied to the Gloxinia, but more brilliant. Foliage highly ornamental and flowers exceedingly showy and pleasing. Easily grown from seed and blooms ina Short time: _ Mixed’ SOrts.s. msc cs shapes spn seeneeeaae ene 15

Flibiscus,

Chinensis—Fine pot plants with large showy flowers, some

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fragrance they Seem to surpass the ort Lovely pot shrubs growing und blooming profusely.

of this 1 will furnish a bed of flow Shower of Gold—As a plant for late winter and | arly

lawn which would cost several dollars we spring blooming (especially for Kaster,) it is almo

the plants, and give you great handfuls of delicious blos- without an equal. Flowers golden-yellow, very frag- rant. and borne in large drooping racemes, and in sueh quantity as to almost hide leaf and braneh........ 10

Bridal Veil—Most magnificent of all hard wood pot plants. _ See plant department for full description.....---.-....-. 23>

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Everyone knows the Lemon Verbena, and everyone | ought to have afew specimens of it; its fragrant foliage is | so fine to use for bouquets and other floral work... 00s...) 10

Musa Fosette.

Fine single specimens of this are grand beyond descrip- | tion, and give a massive, tropical effect that nothing else ean equal. It grows several feet high the first season, with

huge, wide spreading leaves that dwarf everything near it- Give sun, rich soil and abundance of water. It resembles

This elegant vine is easily grown from seed, which though slow to germinate, is sure to grow. Notonly a fine window vine, but exceedingly fine for outdoor plarting wherever a small growing vine is wanted, In the open ground it grows luxuriantly, furnishing great quantities of its dainty, glossy- green sprays that are exquisite to use in eut flower work, and remains fresh and green until after early frosts. In the house it requires good light and freedom from dust. Its feathery little blooms are delicately fragrant, but its chief merit is its exquisitely beautiful foliage.,..................005

Swainsonia.

Lovely pot plants, blooming freely all the time. Foliage as well as flowers is exquisitely handsome. One of the very finest of all pot plants for constant blooming. Flowers closely resemble Sweet Peas, and are borne in large clusters. There are two colors, white and pink. We offer fine plants of both sorts on another page.

Mixed Colors= White and Dinky. qcecciduarcuedscisetiee- 00> is. 10

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Streptocarpus,GrandifloraHybrids.

We can honestly say that we do not know a pot plant more desirable for window culture than these new giant- flowered bybrids of Streptocarpus. They are very tough, hardy plants, like-y to stand any amount of abuse and thrive under adverse surroundings. Plants from seed will begin blooming in a few months, and continue for YEARS, without once stopping, Leaves long and narrow, radiating from the erowh of the plant, close to the soil, From the same spot spring the flower stems, shooting up to the height. of 6 to 10 inches, each one bearing a large trumpet-shaped flower of exceptional beauty, some pure white, blue or purple, but mostly finely marked in a charming manner with harmoni- ous colors, A plant will show several of these exquisite flowers all the time, those which fade pee replaced by others which are constantly appearing. The flowers during late fall, winter and spring, are particularly fine, and it is the grandest window plant that has been introduced in a ROMEAUINT Geeta tent ete atte celta clea ieciss oodapteo ogoai 5

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_ Grand decorative plants for the house or piazza, and inerease in value each year. Easily grown from seeds, which are slow. but quite sure to germinate.

Mixed Sorts—Many varieties. ...........ceccessceteseeccaees 20 Filifera, or Weeping—Very fine and easily grown.....-... 10 Seaforthia Elegans—-One of the finest and best known...15 Phenix) Catrartensis nei). Wi VIS a asi dee ad caee 15

Ch) Reclinata—Hlegant curved fronds of great size..20

Oleander.

_. Well-known shrubby plants for tub culture. tiful when in bloom. IMrxediGalors ivi Gai a. otcroterdtavcnd slaty sic

Passiflora.

Lovely climber for windows or greenhouses, Mixed SOLUSH eee eee IN eet aC oma ccaadeiinesaacerisedactiacsnsecc 10

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50 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

Primula Sinensis.

Easy to grow, pretty in leaf, handsome in flower, and eontinuously in bloom for months atatime. These merits alone would earn ita place in every window, but when we add that it is one of the plants never attacked by insects and that it will blossom in a sunless window, where a Geranium or Heliotrope would nevershow a bud. it 1s clear that the smallest collection would never be complete without it. Young, vigorous plants are always the best. and are easily

rown if the seed is sown on light porous soil,underlaid with rainage, and kept inoist, but not wet, until the seeds ger- minate, which will bein about two weeks. Give young plants lenty of air and plunge pots insummerin cool,shady places. Bur seed is saved from the choicest strains and can belrelied

upon to produce the largest flowers and finest colors. Per pkt. ixed—Very good; from a fine collection..............---- 10

Fimbriata Cristata Hybrids-Fine new hybrid strain, with erisp foliage, and producing a great diversity of colors,

from white to deep crimSon..........-+....seceeeeeeeeee 15 Fimbriata Filicifolia—Mixeli (fern-leaved); beautiful Cut-leaved follave arias ccleeeeeeidencaas sso caine v0 veniete 20

Fimbriata Globosa—Mixed colors; this is a new strain of Fimbriata with unusually large flowers of great sub- stance, andcolors very clear and pleasing, such as pure white with large lemon eye, deep red, carmine, steel blue, white and pink, striped, flaked with other colors, ete, Extra fine for pot culture......-..0...20....cccn eee 20

Fimbriata, fil. pl., Double, Mixed Colors—The double Primulas are among the choicest of all window plants, and the admiration ofall whosee them. The seed we offer is the choicest to be had, and will produce a large per cent. of magnificent double blossoms...............- 5

Obconica,or Monarch—These are the new large-flowering Obconiea Sinensis Hybrids of various colors.and fine as Primula Sinensis. Colors, pink, violet, blush, rose, lilac, white, ete. Very charming flowers, being bornein large trusses, andat all times of the yearin great profusion.

For cut.and description, see Plant Department......... 15 Monarch, Double Mixed—One of our very finest novel- ties. Abundance of large double blossoms.........- 25

Baby Primrose—Plant exceedingly graceful and orna mental, with slender flower stalks rising above the light green leaves, and bearing many dainty-colored flowers, Always in bloom. The foliage growth isa tufty. compact mass, while the graceful flower stemsreach high above it. Very hardy and easily grown in the window, and one of the most charming pot plants........-+.++...eeeee 10

COPYRIGHTED 1893 BY JLGHILCS.

A fine collection of many fine varieties and colors—blue, lavender, white. Many of the finest scented varieties are in- eluded. Spring sown seed make fine plants for fall blooming. Cornuta, Mixed Colors—These bloom almost as quickly

from seed as Pansies. Are hardy and free flowering...10 Cornuta Perfection—Large light blue...........+---+-.0. 16

ae as Alba—Pure white.. Odorata—The lovely sweet garden Violets, so fine for win-

ter blooming. ‘Mixed colors..2...Uusccccccseccccucccsses 10 Odorata Queen Charlotte—Large dark blue...............- 10 ar he Czar—Extra fine; large pure white.......... 10

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General

Flower Seeds at 8cts. per

These well known garden flowers require but little description.

Packet.

We do not claim that our stock and strains

of them are extraordinarily fine, as is the case with our Specialties in Choice Select Flower Seeds, which commence on page 7 and run to page 50, but we do claim that they are as good ascan be had anywhere, and

much better than the average.

We have made a uniform price of 3 CENTS PER PACKET for these well known flower seeds.. It matters not whether you take one packet or one hundred, the price is 3 CENTS PER PACKET.

ASTER, Liliput Flowered—Plants of medium height, | as large as tea-saucers. white, blush, pale and deep pink

almost smothered beneath a cloud of tiny button-like flow- ersas double as anything well can be, A charming sort.

ASTER, Washington—Fine exhibition sort.A tall grow- er of pyramidal habit. The la:,est-flowered Aster on the list; fine form and splendid colors. Mixed colors.

ASTER, Imbrique Pompon—Fine flowers, almost as round as a ball. Mixed colors. ;

ANCHUSIA CAPENSIS—A rare and little known annu- al of great beauty. It is a lifelong favorite with everyone who grows it. It resembles a large, beautiful For-get- me-not, though much finer in every respect, especially for bouquets and cut-flowers. Color, a most lovely shade of deep clear blue, with a pure white center, Blooms early and it continues allsummer.__

AMARANTHUS Cordatus—Fine old garden flower called “Love-lies-bleeding.”

ANTIRRHINUM, Tom Thumb—Mixed colors; fine Snapdragons, growing only eight inches high; flowers large; colors very brilliant, orange, scarlet, yellow, maroor, white. rose. striped, ete.

CALENDULA, Double Mixed—A superb flower; large double and perfect to the center; rich shades of yellow. A fine plant for fall and winter bloomingin pots, being of dwarf, robust habit piboming all the time.

CALLIOPSIS Lanceolata — (PERENNIAL) — Graceful and profuse blooming plants, with large, striking flowers of a brilliant golden yellow, and remains in bloom all summer.

ts long, wiry, stems fit it admirably for bouquet making, while its golden cloud of blooms, far above the foliage, makes it a capital bedder. 2

CENTAUREA CYANUS,. Victoria— Forms a dense mass of foliage and branches, above which are borne hund- reds of lovely blue blossoms. Grows about one foot high and _begins to flower within thirty days after seed is sown.

CENTAUREA CYANUS, Double —A new double-flow- ered form which comes pretty true. Remarkable for the new shades and combinations of colors it shows.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS, Annual Mixed Colors— Plants grow from 12 to 18 inches high and bear a_profusion of blooms, each flower being belted and zoned with the most clear and vivid colors. This intenseness of coloring has earned them the name of ‘‘Painted Daisies.”

CELOSIA, Dwarf Feathered Mixed—Pretty plumes of

bright-colored flowers. _ HESCHSCHOLTZIA, Mixed Colors—The Eschscholtzia is one of the hardiest and most easily grown ofourannuals. It is alsoa very showy one, growing rapidly and coming into bloom soon after the plants are above the ground. The foliage is finely cut anid handsome and the flowers exceed- ingly showy, large and freely produced.

FENZILIA, Mixed Colors—Charming low-growivg plants from mat-like tufts of foliage, thickly dotted by a long succession of beautiful white or rose purple throated flowers. An extra fine little plant for edging or carpet bedding, or baskets for the house.

GYPSOPHILA ELEGANS—Hyveryone who is fond of bouquets ought to grow this. It produces long, fine mist- like sprays of tiny white flowers that are one of the finest things in the world for cut-flower work. softening all hard lines, toning down all glaring coiors and giving the finish to a bouquet’ that filmy lace does a rich dress. Blooms early.

GODETIA (Satin FLowER)—A handsome flower and particularly useful because it will growin shady places where so few really fine flowers can be grown. These bloom a long time, and so profusely that the foliage is almost hidden by the many large, wide open flowers, of shining satin texture, and of the most delicate and lovely colors. Mixed.

HIBISCUS, Hardy Hybrids, Mixed—(PERENNIAL)— A fast-growing perennial that in one season attains the height and dimensions of a_ shrub. Exceedingly fine for clumps or an ornamental hedge or screen, as they last al- ways, never winter-kill, and in midsummer when shrubbery flowers are scarce, they bear for weeks enormous flowers

rose. ete.. the most_of them with deeper-hued eye.

HONEYSUCKLE, Mixed—Everyone knows the Hon- eysuckle, with its delicious fragrance, but everyone does not know that it is quite easily grown from seed, blooming the second season, with ordinary care. 2

LINUM RUBRUM-—A fine hardy annual. with a profusion of large crimson flowers. :

LYCHNIS, Burning Star—A biaze of brillianey for months, if plants are kept from seeding. Star-like blossoms eovering the dwarf. bushy plants like a cloud. Perfectly hardy, and blooms even better the second season than the first. Mixed colors.

MIRABILIS, Tom Thumb—Mixed colors. A new dwarf strain of great beauty. Grows only 12 inches high, and each plant is a compact mass of lovely yellowish leaves, which, in evening, are hidden by hundreds of gay blossoms of all colors and variegations. f :

' MIMULUS, or Monkey Flower--Mixed colors. Fine flowering plants, and flowers are of fantastic shapes and colors. Very fine. i

MAURANDYA—(CLIMBER)—It hasan exceedingly grace- ful habit, very handsome, dense foliage, pretty, fox-glove- like blossoms, borne in great profusion, and keeps green until after severe frosts. A beautiful vine for hanging baskets, with its dainty white, maroon and rose-colored blossoms. Mixed colors. i

MIGNONETTE, Pyratmidal or Giant Tree—A robust grower with numerous large spikes of flowers. Branches very freely and blooms for a long period; very sweet.

_ NEMOPHILA, Mixed Colors—Most exquisite blue and white blossoms are produced in a few weeks from seed, Splendid pot flowers, : ‘

NIGELLA — Often called Love-in-a-mist, from the curious way in which the pretty blue blossoms are veiled by the feathery, Gosteenyoloned foliage. Dwarf mixed. i

OXALIS, Mixed Colors—Some of the annual Oxalis are very pretty border plants. and blossom quickly.

PETUNIA, Nana Compacta—A dwarf bedding Petunia, almost smothered under its load of beautifully variegated flowers. and blooming all summer. 2

PEAS, Lord Anson, Trailing—These are of a trailing, and not of a climbing habit, and are dwarf and bushy. differ- ing greatly from the ordinary Sweet Peas. Their flowers are the largest and most beautiful in form and color of all flowering Peas, and will greatly delight all who plant them. They also commence blooming about three months earlier than Sweet Peas, and continue all summer. Mixed.

PHACELIA CAMPANULATA~ An easily grown annu- al that will commence to bloom a month from the time seed issown in open ground. Erect, cup-shaped flowers of a lovely blue.. Flowers borne profusely andalong time. .

SENSITIVE PLANT—(Mimosa)—A curious plant with delicate fern-like leaves that fold closely together if touched, as though they were wilted by a hot blast. .

TORENIA, Mixed Colors—A neat pot plant, but of little account for the garden. ns

WINCA—Lovely garden or pot plants, producing a pro- fusion of bright blossoms at all times, Seed started early in pots make Jovely blooming plants by early summer, which will continue in growth and bloom fora year, As bedding plants for the garden they rival the Geranium, Their soft and delicate colors and profuse blooming habit make them at all times attractive. Do not omit them. Mixed colors.

WEATHER PLANT—A beautiful flowering vine with fern-like foliage and elegant clusters of flowers. It is said that the leaves by changing their position foretell the state of the weather two days in advance. If the leaves stand up- ward from the twig, making with each other an angle of 45. degrees, the sky will be cloudless and the weather beautiful inall respects. If they should stand out straight changeable weather is indicated. As the leaves drop below the twigs. the indications range towards rain until when the leaves hang straight downward water may fall heavily.

52 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

Floral Park [;awn Grass. QUICK GROWING.

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, close, even sward, it is absolutely necessary to use proper grasses. Good, deep, rich colorand turfy, compact habit, stooling out well from the bottom, and they must be able to stand the sun as well,and aconsiderable amount of drought, without injury, We have a mixture of grasses that meets all these requirements. We use it at Floral Park, where it has been much admired. We have sold itin every State and Territory in the United States, and it has given entire satisfaction in every location. It grows quickly, making a fine green sward in a few weeks. A whole season’s drought will not kill out this grass, It may dry and burn as brown as possible, but the first good rain will immediately bring it up green and velvety. 35¢. per quart; $2.25 per peck postpaid; by express, per peck, $1.25; per bushel, $4.00.

Miscellaneous Seeds.

Among these are some yery useful and valuable sorts, and many that anyone will be very much interested in growing. Per pkt. Iris Kempferi -These lovely giant-flowered Japanese

Tris grow readily from seed and make fine flowering

plants. Some will be double, some single, but all

of different colors. No twoalike......-. Seks Vnay Honaeee Hyacinthus Candicans—A lovely hardy bulbous flower, bulbs of which are offered among our Summer-flower- ing bulbs. Very easily raised from seed........ 2... .....10 Ampelopsis Veitchi-This is the lovely Boston Ivy, the finest of all vines for brick or stone buildings. Grows quickly from seed, and soon covers a brick or stone building. Per 0z,, 25c,; 1b., $2.00 Gladiolus—For our fine Gladiolus seed see page 93. We frequently have flowers the first summer from spring sown seed of Childsi, and Lemoinei Hybrids. Wistaria, Mixed—Mixed seed of our fine flowering hardy

Wistarias, white, blue, double, everblooming. etc,, easi-

Ly, rAISO, | a2 oseenisn oe fae ot BT ect 55 BES po Ros 10 Ornamental Shrubs—Mixed. A fine mixture of our orna-

mental flowering shrubs; all the best kinds and those

easily grown from seed

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Ornamental Trees—A mixture of fine flowering trees, of

quick growth, and easily raised from seed.......-... ee ee |

Japanese Maples—These are the most beautiful. unique,

and the highest-priced Ornamental Shrubs to be had; hence they are seldom seen, We have secured from

Japan a quantity of seed saved from all the finest yari- eties (of which there are hundreds), from which our customers can grow a fine lot at little expense. When smail they make most charming pot plants, the varied colors and patterns of the leaves making them highly attractive. As they get larger they may be planted permanently on the lawn, as they are hardy, where they will make most beautiful objects, The leaves of the various sorts range in color from dark crimson to pink, green, white, etc.. many being beautifully varie- gated and mottled. _ Besides their fine colors they are beautifully cut and divided. Mixed seed of manysorts.10

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VALUABLE VEGETABLE NOVELTIES.

It is our g00d fortune to be able to offer this year several startling novelties in Vegetables, 8 of which are the peer of any that has been introduced during the last five years. Without hesitation we pronounce the Volga Cabbage, Crisphead Lettuce, Crimson Winter Rhubarh, Emperor Asparagus, Everlasting Cucumber, Long Podded Tima Bean, Everlasting Pumpkin, and Rosy Nugget Watermelou to be the finest, most distinct and valuable New Vegetables that have been introduced, either in America or Europe, for many years,

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SECOND. It forces readily in the greenhouse or, cold- frames, and will beeome popular and very profitable in the North for this purpose. For winter growing in the Southern and Pacific States it will prove to be a great thing.

THIRD. In quality this Rhubarb is simply superb, fully equal in flavor-to the finest berries, The stalks are not so bulky, soft and watery as most other kinds, and the skin is so thin and tender that it is not necessary to remove it, and when cooked a beautiful crimson-colored scace is the result, looking, as well as tasting, like berries. Flavor sprightly and refreshing combining that of the Raspberry and Straw- berry, but greatly superior to either as a cooked fruit. In fact, it makes the most delicious sauce and pies we have ever tasted, while its beautiful color when cooked makes it exceedingly attractive and appetizing.

FOURTH. It isa rapid and perpetual grower, forming new crowns continually, and is rapidly increased by division ; robust and perfectly hardy anywhere. It will stand frosts which would destroy anyother sort. This new Rhubarb has qualities which will make it as freely used as any of our standard fruits or vegetables. Large fortunes will be made in growing it for market. and those who start first will

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The (Srimso Win r OF reap the greatest harvest. : : Ev d ae pur bank eau Ge fOEeing under glass in the md co orth fori:eonstant supply forhome use, and for grow- er Rea ¥Y Rhuba rb. ing in California and the South for shipping North and Hast

Luther Burbank, of California. the noted Horticulturi it promises to be more profitable than anything else which ° . ‘1 7 2 :

and creator of new plants and flowers, considers this the eeorec produces, . greatest novelty he has ever produced. We made a trip all Set the plants 2% by six feet apart. Two dry, dormant the way to California to see it and were so impressed with | Plants mailed to us in spring by Mr. Burbank, and planted its yalue that we bought the entire stock. Briefly its won- | OUt about May first, grew so vigorously that on July first derful qualities are as follows: there were more than a dozen stalks fit to pull, on some of

=_FIRST.. It is the earliest of all Rhubarb by a long way | Which were leaves measuring 3. feet in length by two feet and fit for use not only in the spring, but all through the | broad. Dec. ist we were still pulling fine stalks from them. Sere eae <ul As fast_asstalks are pulled fresh ones SEED. Per Pkt., 15c.; 2 pkts., 25e. Grows easily and ay Boe clr p noes In the Southern and Pacifle states it | rapidly from seed, making large stalks for use late the first localities to i the year round, requiring only water in dry | season. In fact it grows from seed almostly as quickly as ter. Col . ceep it growing. Itis particularly fine in win- | from roots, and seedlings are much the best.

2 or, bright crimson except new stalks on young plants. Roots, 30c. each, 4 for $1.00, 10 for $2.00.

54 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

The Everlasting Pumpkin.

y Bi ip e 2 Keeps perfect a year. \ . This most remarkable Pumpkin, a good companion to our famous Everlasting Cucumber, was originated by a Mr. Vanderveer, of Flatbush, L. I. Attention was first called to its wonderful keeping qualities when he first (a few years since) exhibited 3 specimens of it at one of the Long Island Agricultural fairs and took first premium in the face of great competition. The same three specimens were kept in perfect condition, and exhibited again the next year, again taking first premium. This amply illustrates its Ever- lasting or keeping qualities. Pumpkins in first class econ- dition the year round is the just and proud claim forit. But this is not all for in addition to ‘its great keeping qualities it is probably the best all around variety for family use in cultivation. In quality, size and color it is unexcelled. Itis rather flat or cheese-shaped, creamy in color outsidea bright deep orange inside. Cavity very small the flesh being exceed- ingly thick. Itis fine grained, cooks easily and for pies it has a most delicious flavor, far superior to any other Pumpkin we have ever tried. Vine a strong healthy grower and very productive. Pkt., 15¢c.; 2 pkts., 25c.

Ess Plant, Pearl.—( Wize.)

This new pure white Egg Plant is’a most beautiful veget- able, as well as the flnest in quality of all Egg Plants. Very tender, delicate and highly flavored. Ripens. early, fruit of large size and borne freely, Really one of the very best vegetable novelties in a long time, and one which we can highly recommend. Pkt., 15c.; 2 for 25ce. EGG PLANT, PEARL,

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| from the vines when a good eatable size, will keep from dry-

| amining it, it was left in our office where it laid in full light } and intense heat of summer until early in November, or | three months before it showed the least sign of decay or

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Everlasting Gucumber.

A new variety of the very flnest quality that willkeep for months, even far into the winter without decaying or chang- ing color. In short, it may be picked from the vines in the open ground in the fall, and sold in the market in fine con- dition during December and January, when good Cucumbers bring enormous prices. Our attention was first called to it

AUBURN, ME., June 29, 1901. Mr. John Lewis Childs, Dear Sir:— I haye, for three years, raised a Cucumber, that if taken

ing up or changing color, and in fact looks as handsome the next March as when picked from the vines. It is also very meaty and tender, and a strong grower, being very fruitful. Tt has seemed to me that this Cucumber would bea good one for dealers to keep over, to ship, for it would look as well off the ice as on. Yours very truly, t W. A. Novus.

We at once asked Mr. Noyes to send usa sample Cucum- | ber, which he did. It was a fair size, average specimen in | proper condition for eating. It was taken from the vine Aug. 5th, and sent to us by mail, in a tight box. After ex-

change of color. Had it been picked in September or October and properly stored in a cool cellar it would undoubtedly have kept far into the winter. We secured the entire stock of seed from Mr, Noyes, and have had small crops grown in several different States fortwo or three seasons. In every ease it has proved tobe magnificent. Itisof the White Spine type, of good size, uniform, perfect shape, and rich, dark | green color, which seems to hold forever. Quality the best ofany Cucumbers we have tasted. Vine strong, vigorous, and a rapid grower, and early bearer. Resists bugs, drouth andidisease to a remarkable degree. In short, outside of its wonderful keeping qualities, it is the finest all-around Cu- cumber we have ever known, but, of course, its great value and novelty is in its long keeping qualities. With it one may have delicious Cucumbers in winter, from summer or fall growing. Stock has been so limited that it first sold for 25c. foré6 seeds. We have a good supply this year, and can offer it at 20¢e. per pkt.; 3 pkts. for 50c.; 4oz., 75¢.; oz., $1.25

56 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y,

Half-Gentury Crisphead [rettuce.

It is with much pleasure we ean offer a sport from our famous Half-Century Lettuce, that produces a large, solid head. It has much the same characteristies of the Half- Century, being exceedingly crisp, brittle and unsurpassed in flavor; butitisatrue heading variety, forming a solid head, as large as asmall Cabbage. It is superior to allother head varieties in superb quality,a quick grower, and long keeper. The California expert growers of Lettuce say that * Crisphead ” is the longest keeping head variety in cultiva- tion. The value of this cannot be overestimated. Its su- perb quality makes it the finest Lettuce for the home gar- den, which, with its long keeping quality, must make it the best and most popular sort for marketgrowing. It is one of the very best new vegetables everintroduced, Pkt., 10¢.: 3 pkts., 25¢.; oz., 50¢.; Ib., $4.00.

Okra, Mammoth [;ons Podded.

A most superb new Okra, which produces an abundance of fine large pods that are of superior quality for soups, ete. Plants grow four feet high but begin to bear pods when 8 to 12 inches high. These pods last long in a fresh, prime state, and are borne in great quantity allsummer. The best Okra grown. Pkt., 10c.; 3 pkts, for 25¢e.

OKRA, MAMMOTH LONG PODDED,

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WESTERN QUEEN SWEET CORN.

Western Queen Sweet Corn.

_ A cross between Country Gentleman and King Philip, of much finer quality and greater productiveness than the famous Country Gentle- man. Itsseason is medium, following closely Kernels small, thickly set : act there 1s more kernel than cob. Color ivory white in a green state but ofa pink- ish tinge when ripened and dry. A strong healthy grower, and enormously prolific, respect surpassing all other sorts, while for

in this

quality it is truly ideal, being rich and sugary, tender and delicate to an extent not found in any of the older varieties

s valuable new Sweet Corn originated in Oklahoma and came to us so well recommended that we

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bought the entire stock before seeing it. large crop of it this year and are more tha surpasses our fondest hopes,

distinct.

We have grown a : n pleased, as it far and is entirely novel and

Price, pkt., r5c.; pint, 40c.; quatt, 75¢.; peck, $4.00,

prepaid,

[Long Podded J;ima.

The acme of perfection in a pole Lima Bean, and one

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prolific than any other variety. een developed by Mr. A,

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LONG PODDED LIMA.

who has spent more than 20 years bringing it to its high state of perfection. It isa rank, vigorous grower, bearing under any conditions a much larger crop than any other. Each pod contains 5 or six beans while others contain only 3or4. This alone makes a 25 per cent. larger crop, while the increased number of pods brings the average yield up to nearly double that of any other Lima. Its quality is also superior. Mr. Vanderveer has marketed as high as $60 worth of green beans from 60 hills, and has gathered a bushel from 8 hills at. one picking. It is certainly a great acquisition, and coming at a time when people have found out that it does not pay to plant Bush Limas on account of the limited yield, it must rank as one of the greatest vegetable novelties ever introduced.

Price, per pkt., 20c,; pint, 40¢c.; quart, 75c.; peck $4.00, prepaid,

58 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

Watermelon, Rosy Nusset.

Ofall the Watermelons ever introduced for the family gar- den or home market this is the most superb. In free and easy growth, productiveness, beauty and superb quality there is nothing that can compare to it, while its size is just right for home use. Weight, 15 to 22 lbs., shape round, color very nich dark green. Rind very thin, almost none at all, but outer shell is hard. Flesh solid, absolutely no cavity, crisp, flavor such as cannot be found in any other melon, its richness, delicate quality and sweetness far surpassing all others. No matter what we say its delicious quality and sugary sweet- ness will astonish you when you eatit. Has been grown by Mr. Frank Banning, Kinsman, Ohio, who says: ‘“* When offered in our markets no other melon will sell at all so long as this one can be had.” Ellis Bros., Grocerymen, Green- ville, Pa..say: ““We have handled Rosy Nugget for five ‘years and find it is the most profitable melon on account of

ts excellent eating and keeping qualities. No other variety

isso sweet and crisp.” Mr. E. §. Miller, melon grower, Wa- ding River, N. Y.,says: ‘Rosy Nugget is the finest melon I ever grew,

Price, 10c. per pkt.; 3 pkts. for 25c.; oz.. 30c.; lb., $3.00.

(reat Emperor Asparagus. Gives an abundant crop the second year from seed.

It is a fact that this new Asparagus will produce ordinary large, full stalks for cutting in less than a year from seed. It is thought to be the variety so long sought by gardeners which in olden times grew so luxuriantly in the gardens o the Emperor Tiberius, 3 stalks weighing a pound. (Book of the Garden, published in London, 1845.)

It is a fact that Mr. F. B. Fallerton. special Passenger Agent of the Long Island Railroad, cut last spring from a two or three year old bed of this variety eleven stalks which weighed three and one-half pounds.

Mr. Allen, the well-known Horticulturist, Author and Seed Grower, gives his experience with the Emperor Aspar- agus in a letter last year, and in any favorable locality equally good results may be had by following his method of culture. We never ate finer Asparagus than that cut from Mr. Allen’s patch last April, just eleven months from the time seed was sown, and by the way, seed should be sown where plants are to grow permanently, to avoid the check of transplanting.

RICE—Fine fresh seed of the Great Emperor Asparagus 15e. per pkt.; 3 pkts., for 40¢c. Year old roots, $1,00 per doz.

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VOLGA CABBAGE.

The Yolga Gabbage.

This new aspirant for public favor is, without exception, the nearest approch to perfection of any variety we have ever grown, or seen grown, in this, or any other country. Seed was sent from Russia to Mr. C. L. Allen, some 10 years ago, during which time he has been perfecting it. Its claims for superiority are;

ist. Uniformity. In one field of three acres there was not a single plant thrown out, or that showed, in any respect, any variation from a true and valuable type.

._ 2d. Uniformity and solidity of head, In this respect. it is a vegetable wonder, as the heads are of about equal size and shape, weighing from 12 to 15 pounds each.

3d. eee Unlike most types, the heads are perfectly solid, and the stem does not run up into the head nearly as far as in other types, and the flesh is exceedingly firm, tend- er and white, making it a most desirable form for krout. as well as for all other purposes for which Cabbage is used.

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4th. Hardiness. In this respect we have never seen a type which would favorably compare. Last winter, the most severe ever known in this section, did not inflict the slight- est ney on the Volga. While all other kinds suffered terribly, not a leaf was lost, and, while others have. partially or totally dropped out, our fields of this give promise of an enormous crop; in fact it is already secured and at the pre- sent writing ready for the harvest. We think this point of hardiness of great importance to the shipper. ;

5th. This type is remarkable for its quick-growing habit, as are all vegetables that come from cold countries. We have noticed particularly this sort. and find that it will mature its heads fully two weeks earlier than any of our late growing kinds.

Price 10¢. per pkt.; oz., 25c.; 1b., $3,00,

Stewart Pineapple Onion.

This remarkable Onion has for three generations been grown by one family by the name of Stewart in Denton, In- diana Co,, Pa,, and our attention was first called to it by one of our customers of that place, (Mrs. M. C. Marshall), who thought it was so valuable that it ought to be introduced to the world. We received our first stock of it (a few bulbs and a little seed) in 1899,and have since carefully grown and tested it and its wonderful qualities have astonished us. Its shape is entirely unique; nothing like it among Onions, which fact is certified to by_two of the largest Onion seed growers, one at. Wethersfield, Conn., and another in California. As seen by the cut its shape is like a pineapple5 inches lon = and 6 to 7 inches in circumference. \ Color. very pene yellowish brown. Skin thin, flesh white and a ie flavor which is to vegetables the same as the pineapple is to fruits, —delicate and delicious beyond com- pare,rich tender and crisp, For family use itis unsurpassed, while for market it is a winner, its great beauty and novel shape attracting every eye. hat such a treasure should have remained hidden in one little town for three generations Is a wonder. It is the most novel and distinct Onion yet introduced. Pkt., 10c,; 402.,30C. ; 0Z., 50€, ; 1b., $5.00.

“ PINE APPLE” ONION.

60 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

VEGETABLE SEEDS.

What we say about our Flower Seeds on page g, may be said about our Vegetable Seeds. We £row and offer but a limited number of varieties, only those which possess the greatest value for the home arden and the markets. These varieties are also special stock, cultivated, selected and improved until they have reached the highest mark of perfection which it is possible to attain.

Beets and Turnips, round, smooth, uniform, tender; Cabbage, large, solid, crisp, sure-heading and long- keeping; Tomatoes, large, smooth, uniform, perfect in color, shape and quality; Lettuce, crisp, beautiful, and delicious; Corn, rich, sugary, tender and perfect; Melons, of high flavor, quick and robust growth, per- fect and luscious; Onions, uniform in size, perfect in shape, delicate in taste; Squashes, early and late, of high quality; Radishes, crisp, mild, perfect in shape and color, and of quick growth. These are all points which we have brought to perfection in our prize strains of Garden Vegetables. Our thousands of customers in every nook and corner of the country know this, and to them we refer those who have never used our Seeds. They can be found everywhere, for we supply half a million planters direct, which is more than the combined output of any other two houses in the world, and is in itself the best possible endorsement of the high quality of our Seeds.

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One of the most delicious of all vegetables, and one that may be had in great abundance all the season. Sow suc- cessively every two or three weeks from early May to end of July. Those sown latest, and which mature in September, October, or November, will be the best. String Beans are better in autumn than at any other time.

Byer, (BusH)—This out-ranks any other Bus or Snap Bean so far introduced. In quality itis the best, and in pro- ductiveness it will more than double any other variety. The Michigan Agricultural Station, where this Bean was

(,arrot.

Popular beth for table and stock. A heavy cropper. Roots can be kept for winter like Beets or Turnips. Danvers (PRIVATE STock)—The true strain. No betterto be

found anywhere. All gardeners know the importance of

securing the best seed to grow really finecrops. This can be relied upon as the best seed to be obtained at any price.

It will yield 30 tons per acre. Pkt., 5¢.; 0z., 15¢.: Ib., 80e. Improved Long Orange—Heavy cropper. See page 84, Oxheart—An early table sort; small and short but fine

grained and tender. Can be forced or sown in the garden

for early use. Pkt., 5¢.: oz., 15¢.; lb., 75¢.

New Long Yellow Stump-Rooted—This new Carrot pro- duces long, tapering roots which are well stumped or rounded at the base. They are of most excellent quality for the table. They are so productive as to be one of the most profitable varieties to grow. The distinct yellow coloring is a novelty. Pkt., 5¢,; oz., 10¢c.% Ib., 65¢e.

tested, says of it in their Bulletin, No. 153, issued in Feb- ruary, 1898; ‘The Byer Bean,—Plants of healthy vigor- ous growth, very branching and productive. The pods are five to six inches long, round, nearly Be green in color, very brittle and fine in quality. The plantsare very productive, and have a long season of bearing. It is a valuable sort for the home garden or market.” The Bal- letin then goes on to give the comparative tests. This table shows that some plants of the Byer Bean produced 271 pods, weighing 47 ounces. The variety which ap- proaches next to it was Stringless Green Pod, with 121 pods, 20% ounees. From that the number ranges down to 15 pods, 2% ounces, in Union White Valentine. _ This shows thatthe Byer is more than twice as productive as the best of the twelve other varieties tested. _We do not think we need to say any more in recommendation of it- Price, 10¢. oo pkt.; per pint, 25c. ; quart, 40¢. ; peck, $2.00. Improved Golden Wax, (BusH)—Large golden pods,tender and wax-like. A fine variety. PKt., 5c.; pint, 25c. ; quart,40¢

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BEAN, BUSH LIMA.

New Early Golden Hyed Wax, (BusH)—Ten days earlier than any other Golden Wax, and, moreover, 1s absolutely rust proof. An immense bearer, and pods tender and crisp. A superb market sort because of its beautiful color and uniformity. Pkt., 10e.; pint, 30c.; quart, 50¢.

Extta Eatly Refugee, (BusH)—The earliest strain of Refugee by ten days.~ One of the most profitable Beans evergrown. Loaded with pods in any season, and of a fine quality. Grown by all market gardeners, who are alway quick to pick upa good thing and to stick to it | after they once seeit. Pkt., 10¢c.; pint, 25c.; quart, 40c.

Yosemite, Monster Wax, (BusH)—Mammoth pods eight or ten inches long, as thick as one’s finger, and very fleshy and thick-meated. Color arich golden yellow, very clear and wax-like. Bush an enormous bearer, and sure to attract attention anywhere from the size ofits great pods, Pkt. 10¢. ; pint, 30c. ; quart, 50c.

| Burpee’s Bush Lima, (BusH)—This grows 18 to 20 inches high, of stout growth, erect, branching vigorously into a fine circular bush three or4 feet in diameter. This bush character is permanently established, and not two per cent. will attempt to throw up runners. Leaves of large size, healthy and vigorous, leathery and dark emerald green, showing great health aad strong constitu- tion. Itis the only bush form of the large-seeded Lima, and ten times more yaluable than the small-seeded sorts. Tts yield is quite wonderful, each bush producing 50 to 200 large pods, well filled with beans of great size, and of the true, rich, luscious Lima flavor. It is a matter of con- gratulation that we can now raise the true large Lima without poles. Pkt., 10¢c.; pint, 25c.; quart, 45c.

Mammoth Podded Tima, (Poun)—(KiInGc or THE GARDEN) —The Limas have a distinct, rich, buttery flavor, very different from all other sorts, and are much liked by most people either to use green or dry, Used as Shell Beans only. We consider this variety the finest of all, with enormous pods containing four immense Beans_ in each. Give a hot, sunny location. Boil until tender, pour off the water, and season with butter, and salt and alittle cream. Pkt., 15¢.; pint, 30¢.; quart, 55c.

Childs’? Horticultural—The old Horticultural, with th® exception of the Limas, enjoyed the distinction of being the finest flavored Shell Bean known, and was. also con- sidered very fine asa Snap Bean. Unfortunately, it was a poor bearer, but we have come into possession of a strain where this defect has been bred out. This new

. Strain will be found to be as prolific and many-seeded to the pod as any other first class sort, while still retaining its rich flavor. Beans thick, largo and round, white speckled and blotched with bright scarlet. A.fine, dry

Bean for baking or for stewing or serving with butter or

cream. Pkt., 10¢c.; pint, 35¢.; quart, 55c.

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The sweet, tender roots of Beets are very fine forsummer, fall and winter use. while the tops are very useful for greens. Vinegar in which Beets have been pickled is often used to pickle hard-boiled eggs. awit gives them a beautiful color and pleasant flavor. When young and tender, Beets are most delicious if boiled or steamed until tender, then sliced or chopped into small pieces and seasoned with butter, etc.

dmand’s Blood Turnip —This is winning golden opinions everywhere. Smooth, round shaped, exceedingly sweet and tender, and never coarse, tough or stringy. Very early, but remains in good eondition for a long time.

An extra fine market sort. Pkt.. 5c.:oz.. 10¢.: Ib.. 60. Kelipse—A very early Beet of beautiful dark, rich eolor.

and smooth, round shaped. Quality of the very best. Our

Strain is pure. Pkt., 5¢c.: oz.. 10¢c.: lb., 60¢,

Detroit Early Dark Red Turnip—This is claimed to be per- fection itself. Early, smooth. uniforin, quick growth, small top, tender and darkest red color. Pkt.. 5C. 5 0Z., 10¢.; 1b., 60e,

Black Queen—A fine new sort of extra fine appearance and quality. Flesh of rich, black-red color, and leaves and stalks partaking of the same ruby color, Root pear- shaped, smooth, well buried in the ground. A very dis- tinct variety. Pkt., 10¢.: oz.. 25c.

Improved Early Blood Turnip—YVery fine quality, and an old popular sort. See page s4.

Early Egyptian Dark Turnip— Another fine standard sort; very early, high flavored, sweet and good. Pkt..5c.: oz.. 10e. ; ]b., 50c.

Improved Long Smooth Red—Long, handsome roots of fine quality, A great cropper and a good keeper. See page 84.

Bastian’s Blood Turnip—An early, quick-growing sort highly esteemed by all market gardeners, as it is large, deep red in color, and very tenderand rich when cooked. never losing its fine color. Pkt., 10¢.; 0z., 15¢.: 1b. 75c.

Lane’s White Sugar—This is the well-known “Sugar Beet” so largely planted for sugar. Sweetest of all. Pkt., 5c.: 0Z., 10¢.; Ib., 50c.

Mangle, Mammoth Long Red—This crows to weigh 20 to 30 pounds, and is caleulated to produce upwards of 50,000 pounds of roots to the acre. Animals are very fond of it and the roots are very nutritious. Pkt., 5¢.: oz., 10c.:

.. 40¢e.: 5 or 10 lb. lots by express, 30c. per Ib.

Mangie, Golden Tankard—<A new yellow sort, very sweet and tender. Large, oval roots, much easier to pull than the Long Mangles. A heavy cropper. Pkt.. 5c.:0z., 10¢.: lb., 50c.; 5 or 10 |b. lots, by express, 30c. per lb.

ASPARAGUS BEET.

The Asparagus Beet.

A wonderfulnew vegetable which was recently offered for the first time, after a careful test which has thoroughly demonstrated its value. The leaves are large, light green, and finely curled and crinkled, and are used for greens for which we find them most excellent. But the great value of the plant is its large, fleshy mid-rib of the leaves, which are cut and cooked like Asparagus. and are extra fine. Asa sub- stitute for Asparagus nothing could be better, and it may be cut and used a]l summer. A most valuable new vegetable. Fit for use 2 to 3 months from seed. Pkt., 10c.; 3 pkts., 25¢c.

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a= : = aE ee \ == f Bennett’s White Spine—(PRIVATE STocK. G ucU mber. es i SEN Lees eee ons Suet ShoGeS on oe Isiand, i : and Long Island Jeads the world on choice garden veg- Do not try to grow Cucumbers in poorly prepared ground. etables, These Cucumbers grow seven to ten inches Make low, flat hills from four to six feet apart, each hill long, uniformly plump and full to the very ends, a glossy two or three feet across, and thoroughly pulverized sixteen dark green in color. A superior quality in ever respect.

. 5 + 5C.; OZ., 15¢.: 1b., $1.25. to eighteen inches deep. Mix a large shoyelful of rotten ISIn) Goes) Ua, Wot WD Ae)

manure in the soil of each hill, and plant from six to eight seeds in each, as some are apt to fail. If bugs appear, dust with slug shot or with lime and soot. Allow no fruit to ripen

on vines. For pickles and late Cucumbers, seed can besown as late as July. i i

Childs’ Early Beauty—A most remarkable and valuable early Cucumber of recent introduetion. It isa sport from Harly Siberian and has that variety’s great value as a cropper. It is-as early as Extra Early Russian, though twice as large as that yariety, and keeps its lively green color to a very late state of growth, and will supplant all other early sorts, such as Siberian, Russian, Green Pro- lifie, Thorburn’s Everbearing, etc., for it is not only ear-

lier, but larger and nauch finer in every respect. Itis even : mss — 5

so fine that it has been called Harly White Spine, though SS é

it has no relation to that superb late variety. Pixt., 10c.; : f BAG. se 74 :

3 pkts25e.: oz., 30c.; 1b., $3.00. Early Green Cluster—A prolific variety, with crisp, brittle Long China —A yery solid Cucumber. with few seed, and fruit. A fine pickling variety. Pkt.,5c.; 0z., 10c.; 1b., $1.00.

srowing eighteen to twenty inches long. A fine and pro- | Gherkin—Small, thick, oyal fruit, very prickly, crisp and

lifie variety. Pkt., 5¢.; 0z., 10c.: 1b., $1.30. tender. Used only for pickling. Pkt., 5c. ; 0z., 10c. ; lb., $1.25.

Green Prolific Pickling—A standard pickling variety, with ZUCUMBER slender, dark green fruit, very crisp. See page 84.

Japanese Climbing—This Cucumber is such a strong and vigorous grower that the vines attain twice the Pena of ordinary varieties. The vine climbs readily, and they may_he grown on fence, poles or_ trellises, thus saving mach valuable space in small gardens. The fruits are of a fine, lovely green color, about afoot in length. Flesh thick and firm, and of splendid quality. Never bitter, and exceedingly fine for pick- Pe, (I ling as well as for slicing. The vines never mildew, 5 and the fruit being raised well above the ground, is always free from insects, rot orrust. When picked freely, a vine will continue Folah : bearing during the entire (Zz

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Thorburn’s Hverbearing—Claimed to even excel the Early season, and one hill will, | Russian in its eyerbearing character, producing fruit in keep.a good. sized family 3Y ] immense quantities, whether fruit is allowed toripen on supplied with this de- qa the vine or not. Fine for table or for Pickles. Cucum- licious vegetable all sum- @& bers short and thick. Pkt., 5¢.; o7z,, 15¢,; Ib., $1.25. mer. Pkt., 10¢.; 02., 25¢. Childs’ Ivory Monarch—An iyory-white Cucumber,growing | African Horned—When fully * nearly two feet in length, and weighing five or six pounds. grown it is the size of a | Six times larger than any other sort. It is really a smallMuskmelon,oblong, ¥Xg monster, and when half. grown exceedingly fine in and covered with protrud- (7 quality, Its enormous size, great beauty and oddity ing points or horns. | For gorse: make it one of the finest vegetables for exhibition at fairs, eating it should be taken ~My and it never fails to capture first prize. Its flesh is thiek before it is too old. In and solid, and with very small seed cavity, and notwith- quality it is simply lus- (gag standing its size, it has fewer seed than any other Cueum- cious, having the pure& f a ber we ever saw. Pkti, 10c.; 3 pkts., 25¢. ceumnbee vor ey qe cH Mg Improved Early Russian—One of the most valuable, espe- AAR cari Ba ee Py cially in the South. It is so very dwarf, hills need: be only It is exceedingly tender three feet apart. yet it is one of the most prolific varieties and consequently easily Japanzs < ROY conynicny of all, bearing its short, plump fruits in clusters, and if digested lkt., 10¢. 3 G@iMBINE BH A\oy J. LGIILOSs allowed to ripen seed will bear from June until October. 3 pkts., for 25¢. z : CUCUMBERS Sa

and that in hot, dry weather that crisps nearly every : other variety, root and branches. See page 84. One packet each of the eleven sorts, 60c.

64 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS,

FLORAL PARK,

(Sabbage. There isnogarden vegetable grown that success or fril- ure so plainly depends upon the quality of seeds sown. Poor seed of cabbage is dear at any price. Our seed is all raised on Long Island, where the finest Cabbages inthe world are rown. We could buy common Cabbage seed for Yery much ess, but we know our customers would rather pay a little more and get seed they can rely upon. Three things are necessary to raise fine Cabbage—extra good seed, rich, mel- low soil and thorough cultivation.

Long Island—A new early sort of aay value, and one which can be grown for early, medium and late crops, either at the North or South. It is very early, of large size, uniform, and a sare header; it does not burn or blister, but retains its lustrous, fresh green color even after being shipped to distant markets; hence its great selling qualities. By those who have grown it it is said to be the most valuable Cabbage in cultivation, and from our experience we can say that it really is the finest and most profitable sort to grow, either North or South. Pkt., 10¢c., 0Z., 20¢.; lb., $2.00.

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Childs’ Bismarck—This wonderful Cabbage, introduced by

us some years ago, was prod:iced by cross-fertilizing ex- tra fine strains of Drumhead, Flat Dutch and Large Drumhead Savoy; then by careful selection and saving for several years a type was established entirely distinct and, we believe, superior to any other Cabbage. It shows the Savoy blood by dark green color and Sey oats wavy leaves, though not crinkled. It possesses the Jarg- est size over attained in Drumhead or Flat Dutch and the superb quality of the Savoy. Pkt. 5c., oz., 10¢.; Ib., $1.00.

Winningstadt—This is a German variety; very distinct with large pointed heads, sc Very fine quality and exceedingly popular. 0z., 15¢.; lb., $1.50.

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Newark Early Flat Dutch—An early large Cabbage of ex- suey ee of the flat-head type. Pkt., 10c.; 0z., 30¢.;

+s $3.00.

True Surehead—This is also of the Flat Dutch type, and therefore very certain to head, however hot and dry the weather. The heads are large, round and ‘flat and very hard and firm of texture, fine grained, and most ex- cellent quality. It is also a remarkably good shipper and keeper. and is bound to become a universal favorite. For years our True Surehead Cabbage has been the lead- ing sort with thousands of marketgardeners. Pkt., 10c.; 0Z., 20¢.; Ib., $2.00

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World Beater—A new Cabbage, as large or larger than Marblehead Mammoth, yet:uniform in size and true to type, and a very solid header. No doubt it is the very best mammoth Cabbage to be had. Originated here on pore Island by a noted grower. Pkt., 10c,; 0z., 20¢.; Ib., 2.25.

All-Seasons—As the name would indicate, good for all sea- sons—early, medium or late. A sure header and lon keeper; quality very fine. It is a remarkably good new sort, Head large and solid, round with flat top, fine- est quality, and ready for marketing almost as early as the standard early sorts. See page 84.

Vandergaw—A highly bred Cabbage, that could hardly be improved in any respect. Compact, short-stemmed, sure to head, with heads very uniform and hard, few outer leaves, and quality of the very best; crisp, fine grained and delicate, and delicious flavor. Can be used as second early, main crop, or as late Cabbage, by sow- ing seed in succession. Pkt., 10¢.; 02., 20c.; Ib., $2,00.

Danish—A remarkably fine Cabbage from Denmark, having

qualities that are lacking in any standard American var- iety. Heads medium size, uniform, round, and remark- ably solid. Itisa fine shipper. For a late Cabbage for winter use it has no superior, being of good size for family use and of extra good quality; crisp and tender, better than any Cabbage with a less solid head can pos- sibly be. Pkt., 10c.; 02., 25¢.; lb., $3.00.

Excelsior Large Flat Dutch—This is a fine strain of Flat z Dutch, always a standard sort, particularly in the South

and Southwest, as it heads well in hot weather. Qualit good and size large. Pkt.. 5¢,; oz., 15¢.; lb., ae "¢ Red Dutch —-The most popular pickling Cabbage. Large (

deep red. Pkt., 5¢.; 02., 10¢.; Ib.. $2,00, : _ SPECIAL OFFER.

One packet cach of these 12 sorts for voc.

Kohl Rabi.

Extra Early Vienna—A cur- ious yegetable, in appear- ance half-way between a Turnip and a Cabbage with a turnip-like swell- ing of thestems above the ground, which, while young and tender, has a delicious Cauliflower flay- or, very appetizing and pleasant. Very easily grown, requiring only such care as will make a Turnip or Cabbage do well. Itis cooked much the same as Cauliflower and served with pepper, butter and salt, It is cer- tainly most delicious. Pkt., 5¢.; 02., 20c. ; 1b.,$2.00.

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New Savoy Gabbage.

_ Whe Savoy Cabbage is so far superior to other varieties

in eating quality that it has always been a wonder to us why

any other kinds were grown for table use. A good Savoy is quite as delicious when properly cooked as Cauliflower. We introduce this year three new Sayoys of exceptional merit.

Childs’ Savoy is the finest of this class ever grown.

Childs’ Savoy—Large, solid heads of the Drumhead type, with a very deep, rich green color; heads of exceptional beauty and uniformly perfect. As to quality it is simply superb. Crisp, delicate, tender, rich and delicious be- yond description. Hither for market or family use, it is the pearl among Savoys, Pkt., 15¢c,; 3 pkts. for 35¢.

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i CHILDS’ SAVOY .CABBAGE, Foes Red Savoy—Beautiful large solid heads of a dark, rich color

and a fine keeper, lasting well to late winter It has a most surpassing quality, fully equal to the best Brussels Sprouts. Claimed by many to be the finest flavored of all Cabbages, It certainly isa grand novelty, Pkt. 15c. Wakefield Savoy—Long pointed heads, after the style of Wakefield... Very early, and being of an upright habit of growth can be planted closely. Dark, rich green leaves. Heads rich yellowish white, tender, crisp, and most de- licious, A fine acquisition. Per pkt., 15¢. ; Marvin’s Savoy—An extra fine Savoy. A sure header, with large, wrirkled heads that are delightfully tender and crisp. A fall and winter Cabbage, keeping well and not losing its flavor. The best of all Savoys, which have the most delicious flavor and are more crisp and tender than other Cabbages. A superb sort for the home garden. Pkt., 10c,; 02., 30¢.: lb., $2.00. One packet euch of these four new Savoys for 30c.

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(;auliflower.

The most luscious of all the Cabbage family. Requires high cultivation and rich soil. Cook by steaming until ten- der, then dress with drawn butter and serve hot. Itis one of the most delicious ofall garden vegetables.

Snow, Ball—One of the very best varieties for early culture. Dwarf, compact grower, with large heads of snowy white- ness and delicious flavor. This is a sure header. very early, but valuable for late as well as for early Cauliflow-

ers. Pkt., 15¢.; 02Z., $2.50; ]b., $30. BERNTY aed

American Beauty—A fine hardy Cauliflower, especially adapted to American soil and climate, as itis an Ameri- can strain and American growi seed. Heads early, size large, quality the very best. Pkt., 10¢.; oz., $2.25.

Earliest Dwarf Erfurt—Valuable for garden culture andan extra fine foreing sort. Our strain of this is the finest to be had in Germany, and it is considered to be the perfec- tion of all Cauliflowers. Pkt., 20¢.; 4oz., $1.00; oz., $3-75.

Brussels Sprouts.

gape Defiance—A finely bred, large a and tender strain of this delicious vegetable. Stem tallandcovered with ten- der little heads or“‘sprouts”

Sy Ss: eee dite ts m. atu Ss <& ity ve ry fine when cookec oy & and served like Cabbage.

This splendid vegetable should be more generally grown. All who have tried it prefer it to Cabbage. It is easily grown and those who try it always grow it. Pkt., 10¢,: 0z., 50¢.

Matchless—A variety of vig- orous growth andi fine, solid sprouts of the very best quality. An extra fine sort, which is highly prized in Europe. Pkt., 5e * oZ:, 15c.; 1b,, $1.50.

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Green Curled—Well known in fashionable restaurants un- der the name of Chicoree, and particularly fine served with. Lettuce with French dressing. Sow seed from middlje of June to end of August. hen wanted for use blanch the inside leaves by tying the outer leaves to- gether over the heart, and the plants will be ready for use in about one week after. Never tie up when the fae are wet, as it induces decay. Pkt., 5¢.; 0Z., 15¢.;

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Kale [P)warf Spreading.

Kale is very easily grown and much hardier than any Cabbage, standing the winters well, if protected by a little light litter or straw. The action of frost improves its flavor wonderfuily, and it is particularly fine for winter and early

spring greens. This is an extra fine strain of beautiful curled dwarf German type.'but of a rather spreading habit, and extra fine quality. Pkt., 5¢,; 0z., 15¢,; Ib., 75¢,

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The Leek is a very hardy easily grown vegetable. of mild, agreeable flavor and is& much used for soups, stews, = ete., asits flavor is more del- icate than that of the Onion This 1s anew and very large variety, the best for generals cultivation. Pkt., 5¢.; 0z., 25¢.~ Ib., $2.00.

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Sweet. Gorn.

Every family garden ought to have a selection of Sweet Corn, from the earliest to the latest varieties. Fine for drying, as well as for summer table use. : Childs’ Honey Dew—For years seedsmen have been work-

ing to geta corn as early as the Cory, with large ear,

white cob and superb qualities of the later varieties. We at last have it. Childs’ Honey Dew is not only the earliest, but has a good sized ear, white cob, and large pearly _ kernels of the very finest quality, tender, sweet, and nutritious. It also keeps in good condition a long time before hardening, and runs perfectly uniform, each ear exactly alike, Itgrows to medium height, and the ears are formed low and two to three on each stalk. Mr. Wil- ard, the extensive seed corn grower of Weathersfield,

Conn., says: “It is the finest Harly Corn.” It is the most

profitable corn to plant, combining as it does good

size and color, luscious quality, handsome appearance and long keeping, and_ earliest to mature. Pkt., 10c.; int, 30c.; quart, 50c. We will send a peck, by express,

r $1.00.

Shoe Peg, Ne Pius Ulira or Quaker Sweet—One of the very best eating varieties grown. An old sort but none the less valuable on that account. Very deep kernels of the sweetest and most epee zine flavor. and one of the best of all for drying and canning. <A prolific and thor- oughly reliable Corn. Pkt.. 10¢c.; pint 25¢.; quart 40c.

Early Maine, or June 2rst—This is one of the very earliest and by the way, one of the finest sorts grown. For an early variety it is of large size, with large pearly white kernels which are very highly flavored. It is not sub- ject to the Corn disease, and is the surest cropper of any extra early sort. We can recommend it very highly. Pkt., 10¢.; pint, 30¢,; quart, 55¢.

Evergreen—The standard late sort and probably the all- round best Sweet Corn grown. It has magnificent large ears, deep kernels, small cob, and possesses the finest flavor. being tender and juicy. A favorite with every- body. and must have a place in every garden. Pkt., 10¢.; pint, 25¢.; quart, 45¢.

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Eastern Extra Early—This is perhaps the earliest of any Sweet Corn, and:the largest and finest ear of all the extra- early varieties, Itis a good yielder, two ears to a stalk being the rule. The kernels are large and white, witha pure white cob. Flavor extra fine and sweet. Mr. Kast- man of Maine, a Sweet Corn fancier, spent many years in perfecting this variety which the New Hampshire Ex- periment Station pronounced the best among a test of 41 varieties combining earliness, quality and yield. Per pkt., 10¢e.; pint 30c.; quart, 55e.

POP CORN,

New Pop Gorn.

Ruby Beauty—This new Pop Corn is to our mind the finest

variety yet seen. It is of the rice type,'with beautiful ears and kernels, of the richest ruby red color. Grows quickly, ripens early, and when popped expands into a great flake- like puff which istender and delicious. Pkt.. 10¢. : pint, 40c. Tatooed Yankee—A new and exceedingly odd variety from Maine. Itis ofa rice type, color golden yellow, the ear being blotched, spotted and marked in various places with tatoo black kernels. It is of fine appearance, very early, an abundant yielder, and an extra fine sort for popping. At- tracts great attention at fairs. 2 Pkt., 10¢.

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A vegetable at once healthful, toothsome and beautiful, Said by physicians to be of great benefitin all diseases of the nerves and kidneys. Deliciously fresh, crisp and nutty to the taste, and with the broad stalks, ivory afiite: waxy yel- low or rose red, tipped with finely composed leaflets of pale, glaucous green are ornamental to the finest tables. Sow early in the house or hotbed and transplant, or sow outdoors when the ground becomes warm, making the soil very smooth. When plants are four or five inches high transplant, giving six inches between plants in the row. Have the soil very firm and rich, ,plant in trenches, and as the plants grow draw the earth closely around them, to blanch the stems. Never do this in wet weather, or the stems will rust. South of the Ohio, Celery can remain in the ground all winter with a little protection. In the North, plants should be taken up and stacked closely together, with soil firmed around the roots, and kept in the cellar or a pit for use.

Giant Pascal—A sport from the Golden Self-Blanching. of immense size, broad, thick, stringless stalks, remarkably erisp and nutty, early to blanch, and the very best keeper of any Celery. The huge stalks of this kind will “snap” like glass, they are so tender, and they never are watery orstrong. Fine market sort, and one of the very best for the home garden. Pkt., 10c. ; 0z., 30¢.; lb., $1,75.

GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING.

White Plume—One of the most beautiful of all. and the earliest. Brittle, fine grained and the easiest known sort to blanch. Pkt., 10e.; oz. 25¢.; Ib.. $2.00.

Golden Self-Blanching—Fine to follow White Plume. An exceedingly fine-flavored sort; blanches easily to a beau- tiful golden yellow, and is very brittle and crisp. No garden complete without it. Pkt., loc. ; 07., 30e.; Ib. $2.50.

New Rose—A fine rose-colored Celery of high flavor, crisp and nutty. Much liked. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 50c.

Celeriac Perfection.

An improved Turnip-rooted Celery of superb quality, It is the finest thing ever grown for soups, giving a flavor which Celery itself cannot furnish. When boiled and sliced like Turnips and served with butter and salt, it makes a most delicious dish. Pkt., 10¢c.; OZ. 50¢e.

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e/New York Improved—Very popular in all the city markets.

This is the easiest. finest and largest variety ¢ is a fine sort for either market or private gar

The fruit is very handsome, large, smooth a and of a rich. shining purple-black color, andis til frost. Cook by eutting into half or quarter-i

rown, and en. Start

seed in hot-bed and transplantin warm, rich, mellowsoil.

nd round, borne un- nch slices,

and. after paring, dip them into salted water for an hour; then dip in beaten egg and cracker crumbs and fry in fat until golden: brown. It has a meaty flavor, much

liked by everybody. Pkt., 10¢.; 0z. 40e.; Ib.. $8. Prolific Tree—(NEw)—Grows tall and branches fr ing its numerous fruits well above ground.

50. eely, hold- Fruit very

large, 20 inches in cireumferenee, and of superb quality and extra early, bearing for a long season_and keeping

well. In allaround good points it is a wonder the finest vegetable novelties in a long time. OZ., $1.00.

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Tomhannock—Just the Lettuce we have all been looking [rettace. for; one that will stand the

i eet iy eyecare of mide An indispensable vegetable— certainly the finest salad summer without growing bitter, tough and running

- oH seed. It makes a beautiful bunch a foot high, and even

plant known. Hasily grown, eitherin hot-bed or garden, GTOINGadsae aidhthaticavee arel dalichttulisaerisprand tender. Wellbronzed. Pkt., 10c.; 0z., 20c.; Ib., $1.25.

and canbe sown very early, South of Mason and Dixon’s

line can be sown im open ground in fall, and needs only a

slight protection of straw orlooselitter to be perfectly hardy.

Childs’ Half Century—We all know how much careful selection year after year has to do with the quality of our vegetables, but there are few things that can claim a half-century descent from only the choicest and best specimens of one type. This Lettuce can do so, however. and we are not surprised, therefore, at its superior qualities. Its leaves fold together, forminz 1 long. loose head, remarkable for tenderness and delicious flavor. It may seem a good deal to say, but itis, nevertheless, a fact, that for tenderness, brittleness and delicious qual- ity, this KLettuce grown in the open ground surpasses any other sort grown under elass. Nothing can approach itin quality. It is so brittle and tender that its leaves break to piecesin handling, if care is not used. Itisa quick grower, and attains its full size in forty to fifty days, and remains in fine condition for a very long time. Pkt., 10¢.; 02., 25¢.; lb., $2.00. : ;

- Curled Simpson—A fine sort, still able to hold its own against all new-comers. In every respect this is a first class sort, and always popular. Pkt., 5¢.; 0z.. 15¢,; lb., $1.

Denvet Market, or Savoy—An early variety _of head Let- tuce, either for forcing or open ground. ‘Forms large, | solid head of a good light-green color, The leaves are beautifully marked and blistered. (like Savoy Cabbage) and crisp and tender; of excellent flavor. This is in many respects a most unique Lettuce, and one which will , be very popular as soon as_known, occupying the same place among Lettuce as Sayoys do among Cabbages. Pkt, 5¢.; 0Z., 15¢.; Ib., $1.25.

New Hanson—Our Southern customers say this is the finest Lettuce they can grow. Plants large and uniform, per- fect head, quality superlatiyely fine. and stands heat extraordinarily well. There is probably no better large- heading sort than this. Pkt., 5¢.; oz., 15¢.: lb., $1.00.

Buttercttp—A beautiful golden sort, almost as ornamental LETTUCE TOMHANNOCK. as a Coleus. Large head and fine quality; beautiful | Cream Butter—A crisp, tender, richly flavored variety, olden yellow. Pkt., 10c.: o7., 30c. i

forming large heads of a beautiful creamy color; medium early, and stands summer heat remarkably well. This is one of the very best summer varieties of head Lettuce we have ever grown. Pkt. 10c.;0z., 20c.; lb., $1.50.

White Patis Cos—This is a popular European sort, and is good for forcing or early summer sowing. Well grown heads weigh 5 to7 pounds. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 15c.; lb., $1.35. {

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Champion—A yery handsome, large, round melon of delicious flavor and rich in qual- ity. A great cropper and a favorite mar- ket sort. A fine standard sort which will give great satisfaction in any locality. For shipping it is without doubt the very best of all Muskmelons. It keeps well. is of fine appearance and high quality. None better for market gardeners. Pkt., 5¢.; 0Z., 20¢.; Ib., $1.00.

Princess—A new and superior variety for either market or home garden. The melons are nearly round, deeply ribbed, very thick flesh of a rich salmon color, and very sweet and pleasant. Melons medium size and quite early and very handsome. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 20c.: 1b,, $1.00.

Emerald Gem—In quality thisleads all, and every home garden should include it. Medium size, round, with salmon flesh, so rich, sweetand juicy that it needs to be eaten with a spoon, No other Muskmelon can compare with it in eating qualities, and it is the sortof all others for the home garden. Itis rather soft and perishable for markcting, except near home. Where knowr in our villages and cities, the Em- erald Gem brings double the price of any other sort, and for gardeners who deliver

IMPROVED ROCKY FORD. to customers, or to the market direct, it

M us k m e lo nD is the most profitable, Pkt.,10c-; oz,, 15¢.; lb., 85¢. k ~ >

his fine fruit is much more delicious when eaten fresh from the vines than when allowed to stand for days in the heat of the market. Grow them like Cucumbers. Strawberry—lIts first appearance, in 1889. caused a great furore in the market. People were loud in its praise, exclaiming that it surpassed all other Melons in points of excellence, with a FLAVOR LIKE THAT OF THE STRAWBER- Ry, hence its name. It grows toa desirable table size, from six to eight pounds each. Its outside appearance compares favorably with the Green Nutmeg of old, turn— ing to a yellowish hue as it were, over night, when ripe. Its smooth, deep flesh is of an attractive salmon-red color, soft to the rind, and exceptionally delicious. It is

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certainly one of the most attractive and best flayored kes Fonte: z uae StRRNSs Melons yet grown. Pkt., 10¢.;0z., 30c. . ; Improved Rocky Ford—Finest of the Netted Gem type,and a famous melon owing toits unsurpassed quality. We

all know that for some years pastthe best, and in fact the only real good Muskmelons that have come into our eastern markets were the Rocky Fords. An expert has been to Rocky Ford, Colo., where these melons are

grown, and bought the finest strain in cultivation from a private grower. This can be relied upon for producing the finest melons it is possible to grow. 10c. per pkt.: 20¢. per OZ.; $2.00 per lb.

Banana—Melons very slender, and two or three feet long. A very fragrant variety, and if not picked until thorough- ly ripe, of very good quality, Its flesh and flavor, as well as its shape, remind one of a great luscious Banana, Pkt., 5¢.: 0z., 30¢, ,

Montreal Green Nutmeg—An uncommonly large melon and a great cropper; flesh green,very firm, and delicious, and, unlike most varieties, does not lose flayor during wet or cloudy weather. Pkt.. 5¢.; 0z., 10¢.; lb., 80c.

Winter Pineapple—A new melon of much yalue, owing to the fact that it can be kept until Christmas or later. The color of the flesh is a deep lemon-yellow, and the outer skin is a dark green, marked with yellow. The quality is delicious, having arich spicy flavor and much thicker and firmer flesh than ordinary Muskmelons, hence their long keeping qualities. They very rarely ripen on the vines, so melons must be picked offin the fall and put in some cool place. till they are wanted. Itis usually necessary to place them in a warm room for three orfour days before using, so as to ripen thoroughly; in this way they can be had for the wintermonths. Pkt. 10c.; 0z., 20c.

‘CHAMPION MUSKMELON.

One packet each of the eight sorts for 50c.

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Watermelon.

Never plant Watermelons on hard, poor soil. Plant in large, deep, mellow hills, made very rich with well-rotted manure, and you will have great crops of this delicious yeg-

etable, which, to be had at its best, must be picked from one’s own garden.

Duke Jones—Briefly, this is supposed to be the largest, handsomest. most prolific, and in other respects the finest melon grown. Will average nearly fifty pounds each by the field, while some specimens reach nearly one hundred pounds. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 20e.; 1b., $1.25.

Childs’ Ruby Gold—A yariety introduced by us. The most beautiful table Melon grown. _ Fine for table decoration, eut crosswise and alternated with slices of deep red melon. In shape the melons are a long oval, two feet or more in length, and will weigh 40 to 60 pounds each. The flesh is a rich, solid golden yellow, with star-like center of carmine or ruby-red, almost too beautiful to think of eating. yet its quality is as superior as its appearance. There is absolutely no core or hard spots in it, but the flesh is juicy, sweet, luscious, melting in the mouth almost lilke icecream. Lasts long in first-class condition without getting “stringy” or ‘“mealy.” Early and sure eropper. Pkt., 10c.; 02. 25¢.; 1b,, $1.25.

Hungarian Honey—One of the most delicious varieties known. of an almost honey-like sweetness. Round, dark green melons that will average about ten pounds each; flesh rich_and melting Extra early and fme for the Northern States. Pkt.. 5e.; 02., 15¢.; Ib., $1.25.

Phitney—An early, oval variety, prolific, sweet and erisp. One of the best. See page 84.

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Kleckley’s Sweet—The earliest large melon, weighing 50to 60 pounds each, and ripening in about seventy days from; the time of planting. Itisagreat yielder, and in quality

the sweetest, juiciest, most crisp, solid and luscious. Grows two and one-half feet in length. Brilliant red inside, dark green without. With us the best melon ever tested. Pkt,, 10c.; 0z., 20c,; Ib., $1.00.

EARLY HARRIS.

Early Hartis—This has proved itself to be the earliest as well as the finest extra early Melon grown. It is claim- ing a good deal to say that it ripens fruit in 55 days from seed, but it has been done under favorable conditions. 60 days is, however. the usual time, and this result may be expected under ordinary conditions, It isahandsome Melon of medium size, (about 20 lbs.), of fine quality,and a quick seller in any market. Pkt., 10¢.; 0z., 20¢.; lb., $3.00.

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Cuban Queen—A very juicy, sweet variety, of the largest size, a special favorite with those who like their melons

nearly all core. _ Plt., 5¢.; 0z., 10c.;1b., 60¢. wT Mammoth Iron Clad--Enormous melons,sometimes weigh- ing from 50 to 75 pounds. Pkt., 5¢.; 0Z,, 10c.; lb., 75c.

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FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

2imerican Qnions-

One of the most.wholesome foods known, and much rel- ished by most people. Most rhysicians agree that the free use of Onions as a food is a healthful and beneficial stimu- lant to the system. In eases of colds, coughsand lung troub- les they are often better than medicine, Certain it is that they are the best remedy for that new disease, ‘La Grippe.” The Onion is of those vegetables with which success or failure depends largely upon the quality of seed sown. The best Onion seedis always the cheapest. We are certain that ours is as good as ean be foundanywhere. Haye the ground made [very fine, deep and rich for Onions, and keep free from weeds, We also offer a new Onion set on 84th page. Large Red Weathersfield—A favorite red-skinned sort, of

large’ size and handsomeappearance. Onionssomewhat

flattened, flesh purplish-white, high-flavored, and keeps well without rotting. A standard sort and a great favor- ite with market gardeners, Pkt., 5¢e.: oz., 15¢.: Ib., $1.75.

Yellow Globe Danyers—Another popular Onion widely grown for market. Plump. handsome, yellow skinned bulbs, very uniform. round and perfect. We have an extra fine strain of this. More seed of this Onion is an- nually sold than any other variety. It does well every- where, andin all soils and climates, and is everywhere a popular market sort. Pkt., 5¢.; oz., 10c.: Ib,, $1.75.

Extra Early Red—A quick-growing variety, much liked in the North, as it grows well in cold, mucky soils, where other sorts fail. Pkt., 5¢,: 02., 15¢.; Ib., $1.75.

Southport White Globe—A globular, mild-flavored Onion of fine appearance and superior quality. A great favorite in most localities, and probably the most popular White Globe variety. Pkt., 10¢c.; oz , 20c,; Jb., $2.50.

Australian Brown—A medium sized smooth, handsome Onion, with a beautiful brown skin. Hard, solid, crisp, finely flavored and a good keeper. In fact one of the very best Onions grown. Season very early. Pkt., 5c.: 0z,, 10¢. : 1b., $1.75,

Jtalian Qnions.

During the past few years Italian Onions have come into favor with astonishing rapidity. Where a few years ago they were grown only as fancy garden crops, they are now planted extensively for market, and they are, too, a profitable crop. They are of rapid growth and attain a very large size in a wonderfully short time. They are not only large, but very uniform, perfectin shape and exceedingly handsome in_appearance, In quality they are acknowledged on all sides to be the best, having an exceedingly mild, delicate and pleasant flavor. For eating raw. they are, of course. greatly superior to other Onions, owing to the mildness of their flavor. These Onions do best in a rich, light or sandy soil, in a warm and, if possible, sheltered situation,

Mammoth Silver King —A superb Onion, that sometimes grows. to weigh 2to 4 pounds. Silver-skinned, white fleshed. very mild and tender—so mild, sweet and tender that it can be eaten raw like an apple. Ithas anaverage diameter of 5 to7 inches; making a circumference of 15 to 20 inches. It is probably the most popular Italian Onion known to cultivation. A grand seller in all markets. Pkt., 10c.; 02.,. 20e.; ]b., $2.50.

Prize Taker—A very large yellow Globe Onion, very hand- some, fine flavoranda grand sort for market. Immensely productive, producing 700 bushels to the acre, and is claimed by the introdncer to be the largest, handsomest, finest flavored yellow Globe Onion ever introduced. Itis a good keeper. Pkt., 10¢c.: oz. 20¢c.: Ib.; $2.00.

Mammoth Pompeii—A most remarkable Onion on account of its enormous size and fine quality, They often grow to the weight of 4 or 5 pounds, with a very thin and delicate skin, which is of a handsome reddish or reddish- brown color. Notwithstanding its great size, it is ex- ceedingly mild and fine grained. Extra fine, easy culture; good keeper. Pkt,, 10c.; 0z.. 20¢.; Ib., $2.00.

Early Radish, or Barletta—The prettiest. button-like little Onion imaginable. Small. flat and silver-skinned, so mild in flavor that they can be eaten raw, like a stalk of Celery, and for pickling are far ahead of any other Onion. Leaves almost no odor on the breath, and is liked by all Three weeks earlier than any other Onion and grows very readily from seed. Is used largely for eating raw, like a radish, yet when cooked it has the most delicate flavor of any Onion. Introduced by us several years ago as Early Radish, about the time it was intro- duced into France as Barletta, Pkt., 10¢. ; oz.. 20¢. ; 1b., $2.00.

SPECIAL OFFER.

We will send one package cach of the nine sorts for 50c. One ounce each for $1.00.

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NEW PEA, GRADUS OR PROSPERITY.

Peas.

This delicious vegetable is so much finer when freshly gathered than when allowed to shrivel for days in the mar~ Ket, that every family, if possible, should grow their own Peas. For early crop, plant as soon as the ground can pos- sibly be worked in the spring, and plant every two weeks thereafter for succession until summer.

Childs’ Morning Star—A new wrinkled Pea, earlier by a week than any of the small, round varieties. This is one of the greatest of recent vegetable novelties. It is the earliest pea grown by nearly a week. It isa fair-sized, wrinkled variety. and, therefore. possesses the same de- licious quality of the late wrinkled kinds. For the first time the fine quality of the late varieties is combined

- with extreme earliness. When this is once tried no other early pea willbe grown. -Added to its other qualities it

_ is exceedingly prolific, and continues to bear longer than

_ any other early sort. It grows 18 to 20 inches high, and doesnot require bushing. Mr. William Falconer says: “T ought to tell you about the Morning Star wrinkled pea you let me try here two years ago. I sowed it in single rows in light, warm soil, about the end of March when Isowed round Peas and Alpha and American Wonder. Tt astonished me by its earliness, coming in ahead, and

_ itis a good cropper and of fine quality, Better still, it is the’most reliable wrinkled pea for fall use—sown August ist—that_ I have ever grown.” Mr. J, Goody of Clare, Suffolk, England, writes, “Your pea, “Morning Star,’ beats any pea in England for a first crop.” Pkt., 10c.: 3 pkts.. 25¢.; pint, 40e.; quart, 75¢c. By express or freight, $2.00 per peck. .

Gradus or Prosperity—A new, large podded, strong grow- ing pea, which is only a few days later than the earliest small round sorts. It hasallthe fine qualities of the large late variety, yet is extra early. So vigorous and strong is its growth that it effectually resists the pea louse or aphis, which doso much damage to early crops nowadays. Largest pods, largest peas and very finest quality. Stock very scarce. Pkt. 10¢.: pint, 30¢.; quart, 50c.; peck. $2.50,

Herald—A new English Dwarf Marrowfat Pea of great value. Of large size, with large pods, very dwarf and compact in growth, and of the finest quality. As a family garden Pea there is probably not a yariety that can. equal it in desirable qualities, especially in productiyeness and Superb quality. In all important points it certainly excels. Pkt., 20c.; pint, 60c.; quart, $1.00,

Childs’ Universal—In Childs’ Universal we have a new

sort destined to become the universal garden favorite the world over. It was originated over ten years ago, since when it has been carefully selected and grown, until we now have what we believe is the most perfect pea in cultivation. It combines a dwarf habit with fine quality and enormous productiveness, the three essential features all in one sort. It can be styled half-dwarf, not tall enough to require staking, yet branching freely and producing vines enough to give one of the largest crops any pea can yield. The peas are of medium size, wrinkled, and of exceedingly high flavor. It is medium early and fine for succession if sown at intervals of two weeks. For a standard garden sort, it must take the lead, being superior to Champion of Englard, inas-~ much that it does not require staking. Per pkt,, 10c.; pint, 40c.; quart, 75e. By express, peck, $2.00.

Alaska—The best ofall early round varieties, ripening ahead of all others, except Childs’ Morning Star, and bearing great quantities of fine peas, richly flavored. A fine market pea. as the whole crop matures almost at one time. Pkt., 10c.; pint, 25¢.; quart,.40c.

Champion of England—Still able to hold its own among all new comers as a pea of superlatively fine quality. Late anda heavy cropper. Pkt.. 10c.; pint, 20c,; quart, 35c.

American Wonder—An early wrinkled pea of exquisite

flayor, ready for the table in thirty to forty days after planting, rows only a few inches high. Pkt., 1oc.; pint, 30e.; quart, 50c.

McLean’s Little Gem—An old standard Tom Thumb yari- ety, still among the very bestfora firsterop pea, Very hardy. Pkt., 10¢c.: pint, 25¢,; quart, 40c,

Everbearing—A fine sort for the home garden, as it does not ripen its pods at one crop, but continues in bearing a long time. Fine flavor. Pkt., 10c.; pint, 30c.: quart, 5vc.

74 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

EXCELSIOR PEPPER. Pepper.

No trouble whatever to grow. Useful for culinary pur- poses, ornamental as pot plants and useful in many ways.

Childs’ Celestial Improved—A fine sharp-flavored Pepper of transcendent beauty, setting its fruit early and continu- ing until cut down by frost. A well-grown plant will show peppers in every stage of growth, and in three or four different colors, according to the stage of ripeness, creamy white, pink and vivid searlet, all on the bush to- gether. a most novel and§wonderful sight. Beautiful pot plants; in fact few pot plants make such an attractive Show as does the Pepper when in full bearing. It is per- fectly charming, showing such quantities of fruit of so many distinct colors. Pkt.,10¢.; oz., 25¢.; lb., $2.00.

Childs’ Kaleidoscope—Beautiful enough to be classed among pot plants, yet with a fine sharp flavor that makes

it valuable in the garden also. From the time the pretty plum-like peppers form until they are fully grown, they are of a light yellowish-cream color. As they commence to ripen they change, first to clear canary color, then deepening to orange, then again turning to pink or rose, varying from shade to shade until they become a vivid, shining scarlet. One of these Pepper plants, with its 1 leaves, and hanging full of cream, pink, yel- and red fruits, is exceedingly beautiful. It is enormously prolific, plants branching freely and weeping With their load of jewel-like fruit. Pkt., 5c. : oz., 20c,

Ruby King -The beautiful plants are ercwded with large, handsome fruits of a bright ruby-red color, which grow four to six inches long by three to four inches through. They are remarkably mild and pleasant to the taste. So mild is their flayor that they can even be sliced and eaten with vinegar like tomatoes or cucumbers. Pkt., 5¢., oz. 15¢.

Large Beli—An old standard sort. See page 84.

Red Cluster—A dwarf sort, loaded with beautiful glossy scarlet fruits, which are particularly valued for pickling, Pkt,, 5¢. : oz., 30¢e.; lb., $3.00.

Chinese Mammoth, or Giant—A crand sweet sort, bearing ‘normous deep crimson pepper a as big turnips. Brings in market double the price of any other sort.

Pkt., 10¢. ; oz., 75¢.

Excelsior—A cross between the Chin: 1t and Ruby King, notso largeas theformer but an the latter. It is the earliest of Peppers, and o ther kinds. Growth exeeedingly vigorous. and nt produces fri 17 to 20 mammoth sized peppers. Better keeper than Ruby King. Halfhot. The most valuable market Bt ryet produeed, selling quickly at faney prices. K LOC

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Peanut, Early

Grow some Peanuts for the children.

Sweet.

Not at all hard to grow, and stands the heat and drought like a salamander. This sort is so early that it ripens in all the Northern States and in Canada, while its quality is of the very best. the nuts

being exceedingly sweet and rich when roasted. Any light, sandy, or loose soil suits them. Pkt., 10¢.; pint, 20e. ;quart, 3vc.

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= 4 - = s 2 Mammoth Sage.

A plant of this new Sage will yield more than a dozen of the common sorts. The leaves are of enormous size and su- perior quality. and the plant a compact, rank grower, cover- ing a space of more than three feet in diameter, rarely flow- ers and never runs to seed, and can be picked all the season.

It is perfectly hardy in the coldest climate. Every person, who has use for Sage should plant this variety. Pkt., 10c.

fierbs.

Indispensable to the cook, useful in the sick room, and

many kinds fine for perfuming clothing, ete. Pkt. Oz. Anise—For flavoring ........ coc oS cehp ancy ee emep wets = i 10 Balm—Very fragrant leaves; medicinal....-.-....... 5 10 Caraway—Seed extensively used for flavoring ..... 5 10 Coriander—Used for flavoring cakes, etc.........+++ 5 10 Catnip—Well known and useful..... pa Ae 5 10 Dill—Used to impart a pleasant flavor to pickles... 5 20 Hoarhound—Used for curing coughs and colds.... 5 10 Lavender—Fragrant leaves used to scent clothing. 5 40 Sage—Most useful of all: needed in every garden.. 5 20 Sweet Majoram—Pot herb.......--.--esceneeeeevees 5 15 Sweet Fennel ............ SN ets apes Be ceed 5 20 Tansy—For Medicinal USC..-.... 2005+ econ neneceeeenes 5 30 i ikgtre ws. 5.5.hemeare EI Pe St SIR Pe 5 40 Savory, Summer—Fine for flavoring, dressing, ete. 5 15 Rosmary — Aromatie and medicinal. Very fra-

grant: also a moth preventative. ...........-++++: 10 50 Wormwood—<A splendid plant for poultry.......-... 5 20

One packet each of the above sixteen fine sorts, 50c.

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Large Cheese—An old standard sort, and a grand variety for large field crop. See page 84.

Quaker Pie—What would thanksgiving be without pump- kin pie? This Pumpkin furnishes fine-grained and rich flavored fruits, just what is wanted for a really good pie. Ripens early and keeps late. A prolific sort of a light yellow shade; very popular, Pkt., 10c.; oz., 15¢.; Ib., $1.00,

Genuine Mammoth or True Portion—This is the giant Pumpkin that always takes the premium at the county fairs for size. Grows so eee two men can scareely lift one of the fruits, which have been grown to weigh nearly

or quite 200 pounds. Flesh bright yellow and very fair quality,

Pkt., 10¢. ; 0Z-, 20¢. ; 1b., $1.50.

Parsnips.

One of the few winter veg- etables. The roots are per- fectly hardy and are improved in flavor by the action of the > frost. Roots can'be dug dur- ing thaws in winter or very early in spring, when a change of food is most relished. They are boiled whole, then sliced thin and fried brown with slices of salt pork. | Improved Guernsey—This is not the coarse Stock Guernsey, but the table variety of that name, the sweetest, finest grained Parsnip grown. Smooth, thick roots, about 12 inches long. Very fine stewed, fried, ete. Pkt., 5¢.5; oz., 10¢. ; 1b., 60e.

Improved Long Smooth Hollow Crown— An old standard variety, of fine quality with very long | roots, Pkt,, 5¢.; 0Z., 10¢.; lb., 50¢.

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Parsley.

Hardy and easily grown, Very fine for garnishing, as well as use‘ul for flavoring soups, ete. Extra Double Curled—Mossy curled and crisped leaves; very beautiful and of good quality. Pkt., 5¢.; 0z., 10c.;

-, 85C. Beatty of the Parterre—One of the finest sorts for garnish- Very fine quality. Pkt., 5¢.; 0oz.,

American Savoy—A heavy cropper, of fine quality and very hardy; succulent leaves, curled and crinkled like a Savoy Cabbage. Hardiest and most productive sort. Pita sess 0z,, 10¢.; Ib., 40¢. é .

New Zealand—A valuable new variety, as it grows freely all summer and may be cut repeatedly. As fast as cut new shoots and leaves will grow out. Pkt., 5¢.; 0Z., 10¢.; 1b., $1.00.

Okra, White Velvet.

The Okra, or “Gumbo,” is very popular for making soups, stews, ete. This new sort is undeniably the best variety grown. Its large, thick pods are round and smooth, and of an ivory-white color. It is a very profuse bearer, and ig ornamental as well as useful. Pkt., 5¢.; 0., 10¢.; lb.. 50c.

alsify, or — ca AEINELe nate “Pla nt. St NN eS

[2 One of the most delicious of ; all root vegetables. So hardy thatit can be left in the ground all winter, and dug as needed, whenever the ground thaws, Stew until tender, then cook exactly like oysters, with pep- per, cream and butter. Trya large bed of them this year. They are delightful. | Large White—A quick grow- er; very fine flavor. kt. S 5c.: oz., 10¢.3 1b., $1.00. S Sandwich Island Mammoth —Like the above, but twice the size. Cannot be praised too highly. Pkt, 10,5; 02. + ]b:, $1.40

Salsify and for soup mak- ing it is superb, possess ing the fine, nutty flavor that is so highly relished |¥ in Lima Beans. Pkt.,10¢.; 0Z., 25C.

76 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

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Radish.

The following are the cream of all sorts.

Earliest Forcing—Earlier than any other sort, by_a week. Bright scarlet turnip Radish, very smooth and round, with small tops, allowing it to be grown closely together in hot-bed or forcing bench. Fine also for out-of-door. Pkt., 10¢.; 0z., 15¢.; 1b., $1.00.

Early Mammoth—Known aiso as “Shepard” and “Char- tier.’ This variety sometimes reaches the enormous length of two or three feet and is sometimes eight inches throuzh atthe top. A ve’ 7 quick growing variety, crisp, juicy and tender, and mild in flavor. Its colorisa fresh pink and white, and for market has no superior among summer Radishes. It remains tender and good for sey- eral weeks after it is ready for use and is a splendid all around Radish. Pkt., 5¢.; oz., 10c.; Ib.. 70¢c.

French Breakfast — A very attractive pink and white Radish, olive-shaped and with delicate flavored flesh, free from coarseness or any biting quality. A grand little table sort. Pkt.,5¢.; 02., 10¢e.: Ib., 60c.

White Vienna — Finest of all long white Radishes. Skin and flesh pure white, beautiful shape and fine flavored. Pkt., 5¢.; 0z., 10¢.; lb., T5e.

Early Scarlet Turnip—aA fine quick-growing early Radish. of fine eating qualities. See page 84.

Chinese Rose, Winter—A handsome and superior mid- summer, fall and winter sort, of a lovely scarlet-rose eolor and large size. Flesh meaty, crisp and tender, Keep roots in soil for winter use. Pkt., 5¢. ; oz., 10¢. ;]b.,90c.

20 Days Express—Is fit for the table in twenty days from the time of sowing the seed and is fully grown in twenty- five days, at which time the Radish is about one inch-in diameter at the top, three inches in length and tapering toa point. Color, brightest, richest searlet, tipped with white. Quality very mild, crisp and delicious. By_ far the best flavored Radish we have ever seen, and the most desirable for table use. The finest, and, without doubt, the earliest Radish in cultivation: It coniains all good points. Pkt., 10¢.; 0z., 30e.: ]b., $2.00.

Sakurajima Mammoth—One of the good new things from Japan. It is of very quick growth, reaching an enormous size in a short time. Color pure white; crisp and tender. and of remarkably mild and pleasant flavor, An ideal table Radish. Pkt., 20¢.: 0z., 40c.

Twelve Months’ Radish Mixture—A superb mixture ofall kinds of Radishes, early, medium, fall, winter, Chinese. ete. Sowarow of it and it will furnish you_delicious Radishes throughout the year. The early and medium ones, as they mature and are pulled, make room for the larger growth of the fall and winter varieties. This mixture is made up of twenty-five best varieties, and with itit is necessary to make but one sowing for the entire year. This novel mixture was introduced by us some years ago, and our customers liked it so well that last sea- son we sold tons of it. Pkt., 10¢.; 0z., 15¢. : 241b., 30¢. ; Ib., 90e.

One packet each of the 10 sorts, 50c.

LONG WHITE

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New. Radish [cicle.

A long Radish of almost transparent whiteness, which

has no rival among all existing varieties. It is so early that

the roots are 4 to 5 inches Jong in 20 days from the time of

sowing the seed in the open ground, and ready for the table.

As to quality, it has no superior, and is 4he most beautiful

Radish yet seen. A long white, alabaster-like, early vari-

ety has not previously existed. This isarealjewel. Pkt.. 10¢.; 0z., 20¢-; 1b., $1.00.

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A delicious table vegetable, and when cookedilike Pump-

kins, makes superior pies. :

Ford Hook—A long, golden yellow Squash, with very dry and fine-grained flesh. This is one of the best winter

- Squashes, and an extra fine keeper, and the plants are so robust that failure is very rare. Resists the attacks of the Squash borer better than most kinds; matures early and isasure cropper. Pkt., 10c.; 0z’, 15¢.; \b., $1.25.

Sibley—Another fine winter Squash that keeps well nearly all winter. Shell hard and flinty; pale green in color. Flesh a brilliant orange-red; very dry and rich flavor. A fine baking variety, See page 84. : :

Metcalf—A Maine variety of extra fine quality, fine grained and dry. No better eating Squash can be found any- where. A long winter keeper, good tillspring. Pkt., 10c.; 0Z., 20¢.; b., $1.25. ; :

Perfect Gem—This sort is good for summer and winter use. Thin skinned, fine grained and of very pleasant flavor. Will keep any length of time. See page 84.

Mammoth Chili—Specimens of this have been grown to reach 300 pounds in weight . Notwithstanding its enor- mous size, this Squash is of very fair quality, and keeps well. Pkt., 10c.; 02. 20c. 2 :

Mammoth Whale—A new French variety of the enormous weight of one hundred or more pounds. Fruit thick and an ashy-gray color, and tapers toward the end, Flesh solid, beautiful orange-yellow. and of excellent quality, It has also the advantage of being a long keeper. and a variety which does well in any soli or climate. Itisa splendid variety in all respects, especially for exhibiting at fairs. Pkt. 10c.; oz., 30c. ‘

Giant Summer Crookneck—A new crookneck, which is a little earlier than the old variety, and fully twice as large, being nearly two feet in length. It is of extra fine quality, handsome in appearance, and finds a ready sale at good prices in any market. Pkt., 6c.; oz., 10¢.; 1b., $1.00.

Early Scallop—An early summer sort. Very fine and pop-

__ ular. Pkt., 5¢.:0z., 10¢.; lb., 60c.

Japanese Alphabet—lIts peculiar characteristic, from which

; it derives its name, is in the fact that its seeds are dis- tinetly marked on both sides with characters which ap- pear to be Japanese letters, and it is said that the Japan- ese alphabet may be selected from a handful of seed. Be this as it may, it is certainly curious and interesting, but that is not all. _We find the Squash to be superior to the old Hubbard in [quality,and a much stronger and freer grower. as easily raised, in short, as Pumpkins. Pkt., 10¢.; 3 pkts. for 25c.

Improved Hubbard—(Private Stock.)—No more popular Squash than the Hubbard has ever been grown. Of late years it has largely lost flavor because stocks have be- come badly mixed with inferior strains. Our stock is quite limited, but is absolutely true and all produce the old-fashioned, jeliciously sweet Sauash we will remem-

ber. Pkt., 10¢.; 0z., 20c.; Ib., $1.75.

One packet each of the ten sorts, 75c.

DANDELION =

New DPandelio Improved Large Leaved—The old “greens” of our grand- mothers, now improved to large, tufty plants, with wide, long leaves of superior quality. These make a very healthful, nutritious and pleasant food, that can be used very early in the season. This new strain is the largest, finest and quickest growing variety yet known, It is a

splendid vegetable which should be found in every garden. Pkt., 5c.; 02., 50c.

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Vine Frait.

Garden Lemon—This new vegetable is a great boon to all those sections of the country where fruit is scarce, as its fruits make delicious preserves, sauce. ete., and are more easily prepared. This is something like the Vine Peach, but. needs no Lemon in putting up, as it is much more acid. Cultivation like the Muskmelon. Pkt.,5c.;02Z., 1c.

Vine Peach—This sort has fruit the size of a large Peach, and of a bright orange color, flesh firm and when cooked with lemon to give ita slight acidity, makes fine pies, sauce, sweet pickles or preserves. Easily grown anda good keeper. Stored ina cool, dry place they keep fresh and good for several months. Pkt., 5c.; 0z., 15¢.

78 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.-

Childs’ Diadem—Here we haye at last what leading horti- culturists all overthe world have devoted years to pro- ducing. A Tomato of high quality, with a beautiful striped or variegated skin, Can you imagine anything more unique? Diadem_is a Tomato of medium size,

= perfect shape, high quality and of a deep ruby-red, the

“i ig toe rich dark color of the skin being broken with stripes and omatoes. spots of gold, the beautiful effects of which are ad-

mirably shown in eut above. Not only is it beautiful,

An indispensable vegetable. City dweliers with almost aes nee of a in 2s sespoe aon ad up no re i 5 F ock ch is no s no room can train their Tomatoes to their back wall and | ff is‘of fair size, amooth handsome shape, and of best raise quantities of fine, fresh fruit for their own use. Start quality, This splendid noveity was introduced by us re- early in house or hot-bed, transplant just after a gentle rain, cently, and has given great satisfaction everywhere. and tie plants to stake’ or trellis. They stand drouet Many people say thatit is the most novel thing, and by far

are pe ere ellis. They stand drought re- the greatest attraction in their gardens. Everybody is markably well. Just before frost pick all the well developed delighted with it. 10¢., per pKt.; 3 pkts., 25c.; 0Z., 50¢. fruits, spread them singly in a light, frost-proof place, and Ignotum—Esteemed as the perfection of a Tomato. Ex-

tremely early and a great cropper. Fruits large. smooth,

they will continue ripening for two months or more. without green spots or cores, and almost entirely free Childs’ Picture Rock—The grandest Tomato ever intro- from cracks or rotten spots. Delicious flavor, very duced. Early, smooth, uniform. prolific, longest bear- meaty and but a few seeds, Fine for slicing, cooking or ing, longest keeping, and the finest in quality. In all cee eee e essential points ‘this Tomato is superior to any Tomato of aclimbing habit other kind. Fruit bright scarlet, of fair size, and so per- that if Beg climbs fect and uniform that they look as though each one was ri vee a Bree oer 7 moulded with the same stamp. On account of this per- to the: kitehou-doorwsy. or 7» feet shape and great beauty it is unsurpassed for market. window when hanging full Its quality is extra fine and it commences to ripen its pee larre ee oF fruit very early and continues in bearing until frost, a fine flavor. Quite a novelty : most remarkable quality. Its keeping qualities are, and in every respect a very however, the most wonderful. Ripe fruit, fresh from the cLiias’ PS Tae vines, have been keptin perfect condition from three to A fit companion to the four weeks duriug warm summer weather. It origin- Ruby Queen, and, like it, of

enormous size, specimens having been grown that

ated in the Picture Rock region of Wisconsin hence its

name. Pkt., 10¢,; 0Z., 20¢,; 1b:, $2.50, weighed over two pounds Childs’ Ruby Queen—Tomato of enormous size. and as each. The fruits are round smooth as an apple. Its color is the deepest and darkest a ee ff ELT, few crimson-red, very rich and beautiful. It is very solid, hike “ail ati dea one) : very thin skin, and its flesh throughout is most tender. ve ae t. DY: Mid ie fia It has nota particle of coarseness or toughness, It is Lt rie rh tables a L just the sort you would choose for your own table above ine see ans ae Renae

especially when arranged with the deep, rich slices of Ruby Queen on the same

all others. Itis much like the Golden Jubilee, except in color, andis perhaps rounder and smoother in shape.

Pkt., 10c.; 3 pkts., 25¢.; oz., 50c. : : ; ; y y tie ‘ : dish, The skin of this Ponderosa—A Tomato of large size, solid. of fine quality. sort parts readily from the fruit without scalding. An im- Claimed to be the largest known sort. PkKt., 5¢.; oz. 25c. portant feature. Pkt., 10¢.: 3 pkts., 25¢.; 0z-, 50c.

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/ @arden Sowing—The great merit of thisnew Tomato is that it is so early and ‘such a hardy, sturdy growerthatitis not necessary to start.seed in the house or hot-beds but it may be sown in hills directly in the garden at corn-planting time. Plants from these garden-grown seed make a very quick growth, showing ripe fruit almost as early as the earliest varieties which are started

in hot-beds. This,is a feature which will save a vast_amount of trouble in

Tomato growing and will be appreciated by many. Fruit of medium size,

bright red in color and perfect in shape. Ofcourse fruit may be hada little

earlier by starting the plants inside in which case it is the earliest of all early varieties, but it ripens so quickly and grows so well from garijen sowing that we recommend it being grown in that way. Pkt., 10c.; 3pkts., 25¢c,

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Great Mississippi—On receipt of the following letter from A. W, Martin. ;Duncan, Miss., in the fall of 1899, we pur- chased stock of this new Tomato and have grown a large crop. In bringing itto our attention Mr, Martin said: “T haye grown a wonderful Tomato plant. It is 8 feet 2 inches high and has a circumference of 1544 feet. It has ripened 167 Tomatoes on it and as many blossoms, and still it grows. As to the flavor of the fruit, it is far more delicate and sweet than the common Tomato. This

lant came up in arow of Beet seed sent me from the

nd it to be,as Mr. Martin says, a remarkable grower cK id i and cropper. While we had no specimen plants that (Ary came up to his, we can readily believe that they might (‘Y

size, bright, deep crimson and as smooth as wax. We

haye never seen a more beautiful fruit of any variety, or

| fruit which runso uniformly even in size and beauty.

| It is certainly a great acquisition. 10c. per packet; 3 pkts. 25¢. ; 0z., 40¢.

| : : : ie F Station Tree—This variety originated by crossing the | French Tree with Alpha, the result being a very distinct variety, with thick, curly, almost black-green foliage and greatnumbers of handsome, solid fruit, with the fewest seeds of any known yariety. Tomatoes are of very fine quality, and this sort is especially recommended for forcing, as it does extra well in pots, the earliest of all, and being of fine upright growth it reauires but little ———— room. Pkt., 10c.;3 pkts., 25¢, — Golden Fig—Fruit small, beautifully smooth, and almost’ ~ === incredibly productive. The flesh is solid, thick-meated, == very sweet and pleasant, and is just right for preserves ——— and sweet pickles, or for drying in sugar like figs. In fact it dries well and isan admirable fruit when dry, fully TOMATO STATION TREE. equal to the fig. Pkt., 5c.; oz, 30¢.

80 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

alpine Everbearing Strawberry.

These grow freely from seed_ and fruit the first summer. Our ex- perience with them is as follows; In March or April we sow seed (under

May are transplanted to the open ground. By the first of July they com- mence blooming, and the first fruit ripens about the 14th of that month. From that time there is ripe fruit continually until late in October. The berries, while not quite so large as the garden varieties, are much higher

flavored. In fact they are in quality far superior to all others. “A few of them will per- fume a whole room, so great is their delicious

ty than this? Grow strawberries from seed, like Pansies, and have delicious fruit all sum- mer, some white, some red, some black, and some (the bush varieties.) which produce no runners. Per Pkt. Runner Warieties, Mixed—White, crimson and black fruited. These are everbearing, fruiting freely from June until October. The plants increase rapidly by runners, like ordinary sorts. All perfectly hardy in any climate... gun. scenes eee heeane eee eee 10

November. Fine for borders as they throw out no runners, and are singularly beautiful wher loaded with their dense crops of fruit; grow easily from seed, the peaings a] well the first summer. Perfectly hardy an of exquisite flayor. City people or others, who desire to do so, can grow the bush varieties admirably in pots. They are well adapted to pot culture, and will even fruit well during winter. Everbearing Bush, White—Beauti- ful snow-white fruit of-exquisite flavor -ssereceeceees aeeee nse 15 Everbearing Bush, Red—Like the above, but a fine crimson color.15

One package each of the three sorts for S0c,

Strawberry.

We have all heard of the great size and luscious sweetness of the French Strawberries. _ They are certainly a great way ahead of the American varieties. We have secured seed of the finest large-fruited kinds, which we have every reason to believe will produce varieties far superior to those in cultivation in this country, Strawberries are easily grown from seed, and it is interesting to note the different shapes, sizes and quality of the seedlings when they begin te fruit.

Large Fruited Warieties — Mixed.

Pkt.. 10¢,; 3 pkts., 20¢,

Tobacco, Persian Muscatelle-

This is the best of all,

a PERSIAN an exceedingly ornamen- S tal plant, and so early TG, MUSCATEL[ p it can be grown in any TOR, State. It is from the gar- Ce den of the King of Persia.

It is one of the earliest

%, varieties, ofa remarkably te strong and vigorous 4G growth, attaining the ¥ height of five to seven feet. The stalks are “strong, thickly set with leaves, many of them measuring 3%: to 4% feet in length, with propor- tionate width. The leaves re usually small ribbed, very elastic, of finest pos- Ssible texture, a light brown color, and mild flavor. Pkt., 10¢.: 0z.. 50¢. TOMATO, GARDEN Sow™G (see page 79.)

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A most valuable New Field Corn which is bound to become im- nensely popular. This

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; PTurnips.

A valuable garden and farm crop, Good Turnips are al-

most as desirable for table use as Potatoes, For winter use

ow last of July or first of August. Turnips may be sown late in ground that has had early crops.

Scarlet Kashmyr—This Turnip hasastriking resemblance to a large Radish, being as large and uniform in shape and erisp as a Radish, and of a most excellent quality. Ti matures almost as quickly as the early Radish, and ino cooked is of surpassing quality. Pkt., 5¢.; 0Z., 20¢.;

+» 51.50.

Harly Ivory—A sort of peculiar value owing to its extreme earliness. It grows almost as quickly as a Radish, and to a great extreme resembles a large white winter Rad- ish. It issweet and of first-class quality. Plkt., 10¢. ; oz.,40c,

Purple Top White Globe—A large Turnip of fine keeping qualities. Pkt.. 5¢,; 0Z.,10¢.; lb., 50c.

Large Yellow Globe—A large round Turnip, with deep yel- low flesh and fine, firm grain; very sweet and good. Pkt., 5¢.:_0Z., 10¢.; ]b., 50¢. ‘ : ‘

Extra Karly Milan—The earliest strap-leayed variety. A smooth, medium-sized variety, with a bright purple top. Fine quality and good keeper. Very delicious, Plkt.. 5¢.; 0Z., 10¢.; lb.. 75e. | :

White Ee¢s—Beautiful white, ege-shaped sort, of rapid growth. Flesh firm and solid, fine-grained, sweet, and of very mild flavor. Fine either for early or late variety. Grows to good size. Pkt., 5¢.; oz., 10c.; 1b., 60c.

Tennoji— The Tennoji Turnip is a mammoth flat variety of excellent quality. It is impossible to say just how large it will grow under favor- able conditions, but the Japanese claim is some- thing incredible. Here in our trial grounds, under the disadvantage of a crowded test bed, it has grown to the larg- est dimensions we have

ever seen in a Turnip. Finest Japanese seed, 10¢. per pkt. ; 3 pkts., 25e.: THNNOJI TURNIP. OZ, 35¢.

Ruta Baga, or Swede.

These are grown largely for stock feeding, as well as for table use. For either purpose they are a profitable crop. Carter’s Elephant—A new Turnip of great size and a won-

derful cropper. _ in shape it is beautiful and perfect and

remarkably uniform, of quick growth, and excellent quality. Owing to its very large size it will probably turn out 50 per cent. more bushels to the acre than any other, and is, therefore, the most prolific variety for large

crops, especially for growing for stock feeding. Pkt.. 5¢. 5

Beeedcton = A pee ntital White Hata-b feadstone—A beautiful white Ruta-baga, so remarkabl tender that it will cook in fifteen minutes, while the

flavor is uncommonly sweet and delicate. It is also a

wonderful keeper, not growing pithy and dry like the

ordinary Turnip, when kept in the cellar over winter. lesh perfectly white, fine grained, tender and sweet, without the strong taste so common among Ruta-bagas.

Finest of all varieties. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15¢.: Ib., 65c, Improved American Ruta-baga—Large, smooth and hand-

some, quick in growth, tender and fine in quality. A

superb standard sort. Pkt., 5c.; oz..10c.; Ib., 60c.

ductiveness and earli- ness. In cold climates

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short Yardstick is just the corn that is needed. It gets itsname from the enormous length of ears, which though not a yard in length are often one- half of it, by far the long- est eared Corn we have ever seen, and the most beautiful, Color gold-

en yellow and as hard as flint. Quality like that of all the fine flint Corns, which is much superior to any dent variety, There is no doubt but that Yardstick is twice as productive as_ the common yarieties of flint Corn. It will yield as many ears, and each ear easily contains twice as much shelled Corn, Its superb quality will be appreciated by those who grind it into meal for home consumption. Pkt., 10¢. ; 1b., 35¢. ; 3 lbs., $1.00, postpaid. By ex- press or freight, peck, $1.00.; bushel, $3.00.

New Field Corn, Ivory Monarch.

We are pleased to in- troduce this glorious new

white Corn, it being a |

fitting companion to our now world famous Geld- en Superb. Itis even a little earlier than Golden Superb therefore the earliest and by all odds the, finest white dent variety. Ears long and slender, cob small, ker- nels very large and ivory white color. Makes a most beautiful ear and is enormously prolific. We first discovered this Corn in the possession of a farmer on the Eastern end of Long Island. Ho had grown it for 25 years, having received it from another farmer who had grown it along time, It is sure to become as famous as Golden Sup- erb. Pkt., 10c,; lb., 35¢. ; 3 lbs.,$1.00. postpaid. By, express or freight, peck %6c,; bushel, $2.00.

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New Field Gorn. GOLDEN SUPERB.

The Most Valuable Field Corn Ever Grown, and Now the Leading Favorite Where Kuown from Maine to California.

An enormous golden dent variety, so early that it can be grown in the Northern States, and out-yields any other sort. t originated in Connecticut. It is the finest Field Corn we have ever seen. Ears very large and handsome, 24 rows of deep kernels. It is enormously prolific, producing over 200 bushels to the acre in very dry seasons, in hills four feet apart each ,way,and with ordinary cultivation. Its great vigor enables it to stand dry weather remarkably, and give a@ good crop, where other sorts fail from drouth. Often two or three ears are borne on one staik, andthey run as uniform as though they were all made in the same mould, and they are as rerfect and handsome as though they were made of wax. o other variety of Corn can approach this, and itis bound. when known, to be more extensively grown than all other kinds put together. Owing to its extreme earliness it may be harvested earlier than any other Dent Corn, even when planted much later. It is the earliest by several weeks of dent varieties. Itis seldom one sees anything bred up to such perfection asis this new" Corn. Pkt.. 10¢.; lb., 35¢.:3 pounds for $1.00, postpaid. By express or freight, at buyers’ expense, peck, 75¢.; bushel, $2.50.

Although it has been more than ten yearssince we introduc- ed Golden Superb, our sales of it last year were muchllarger than any previous year, showing that it is appreciated.

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are secured in aseason. One pound of seed covers an acre hg sown broadeast, or in drills 12 to 18 inches apart, dropping /Apya

seed 6inches apart. The broad, dark green leayes closely resemble corn and it Surpasses in nutritive value any other forage plant. It is greatly relished by all kinds of stock, either green or cured. For seed purposes plant3 feet apart each way and cultivate.” There ‘will be 40 stalks to each plant and 20 seed heads which are from 12 to 24 inches long and covered with seed. Besides a heavy crop of fodder, it will yield: 3.000 pounds of seed per acre, unequalled for poultry food, and will ripenin any latitude that will ripen corn. Pkt. 10c.; 0z., 15¢.; 1b. 80¢.; 3 lbs., for $2.00.

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This is another forage or fodder plant, and is the ereat thing for the South. In appearance it resembles Corn, ut the leaves are much longer and broader and_sweeter. | grows 12 feet high. producing a number of shoots. whic are thickly covered with heavy foliage. It produces forty, tons to the acre, Pkt., 10c.; oz., 20c.; 1b., $1.50.

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Ghoice Vegetable Seeds at 3c. per Packet.

than box seeds at the grocery store, and they are far better than the free seeds distributed by the

Government,

an abuse now grown so great as to seriously affect the legitimate seed trade. In short

these 3ct. seeds are first-class commercial strains, though they may not come up to our special selected

and high bred straius offered on pages 52 to 83.

ASPARAGUS, Mammoth—A fine, large, strong growing sort. good for heavy or light soils. O2z., 10¢.; lb.. $1.00. BEET, Improved Early Blood Turnip—Very fine quality,

and an old popular sort. Oz., 10¢.; ]b., 50¢.

BEET, Improved Long Smooth Red—Long, handsome roots, of fine quality. A great cropper and good keeper. Oz., 10¢.; lb,, 40¢.

CARROT, Improved Long Orange—A very popular variety for stock feeding. Heavy cropper. z. 10¢.: |b., 60¢.

CABBAGE, All Seasons—As the name would indicate,

good for all seasons—early, medium or late. A sure header and Jong keeper; auality very fine. It is a re-

markably good new sort, Head large and solid, round with flat top, finest quality and ready for market almost as early as the staudard early sorts. Oz.. 15¢.; lb., $1.50.

CABBAGE, Early Express—Fine quick growing sort, and a favorite everywhere. Oz., 10c.; |b., $1.25.

CAN ee Autumn Giant—Extra} large and fine

Z., 50C.

Cee. Boston Market—One of the very best. Oz., 10¢.: 0.; $1.00.

CRESS, Extra Curled — An appetizing relish, of fresh piquant taste, often added to lettuce and other fresh salads for variety. Very easy to grow and can be sown in any little nook or vacant spot. Oz.. 5e.; lb., 40c.

CUCUMBER, Green Prolific Pickling—A standard pivk- ling variety, with slender, dark green fruit, very crisp. Oz.. 10¢.: 1b.. $1.00.

CUCUMBER, Improved Early Russian--One of the most valuable. It isso very dwarf, hills need be only three feet apart, yet it is one of the most prolific varieties of all and that in hot, dry weather that crisps nearly every other variety. root and branches. Oz. 10¢.; 1b.. $1.00.

EGG PLANT, Improved Spineless—It is of the N. Y. Pur- ple type, but much larger in size. and of the richest glossy purple color, In quality it is unsurpassed.” Its Stems and leaves are devoid of spines and the plants can be handled without discomfort. Oz., 25e.

GROUND CHERRY-Something like the old Husk Tomato. Easily grown on any light soil and yery prolific bearers of tender little fruits, each enclosed ina husk. For pies, sauce and preserves they are much liked, and if left in the husks will keepalong time in acooldryreom. Oz. 20¢.

LETTUCE, Golden Heart—A very handsome large-grow- ing variety of rich golden yellow color. Good quality. grows quickly and is ready to use early. Oz.. 10c., 1b.,$1.00.

LETTUCE, Curled Simpson—A fine sort, still able to hold its own against all new-comers, In every respect this is a first-class sort, andaiways popular. Q2z. 10c. ; lb. $1.00.

MUSKMELON, Bay View—A very profitable sort to grow. as they will yield 3,000 to 4,000 melons per acre, and these large handsome ones, of sweet, delicious flavor. popular with both buyer and seller. Oz., 10¢.; 1b., 60c,

er Danvers—A fine standard variety. Oz., 10¢.: lb., $1-50.

ONION, Southport Red Globe—Fine globe-shaped and a good cropper. Oz, 10c., ]b., $2.00.

PEPPER, Large Bell—A fine old standard sort, large, bell- shaped. Oz., 15¢.; 1b., $2.00.

PUMPKIN, Large Cheese—An old standard sort, and a grand variety for large field crop. Oz., 10¢.:lb., 50¢.

RADISH, Early Scarlet Turnip—A fine quick growing early Radish, of fine eating qualities. Oz.. 10c.; lb., 60¢.

SQUASH, Sibley—Another fine winter Squash that keeps well nearly all winter. Shell hard and flinty; pale green in color. Flesh a brilliant orange-red; very dry and rich in flavor. A fine baking variety. Oz., 15e.; 1b., 75¢.

SQUASH, Perfect Gem—This sort is good for summer and winter use. Thin skinned, fine grained and of yery pleasant flavor; will keep almost any length of time. Oz.. 10¢.; 1b.. 60c.

SWEET CORN, Mammoth — Immense ears of superb quality: very late. Can scarcely be omitted from a first- e@lass garden. Pint, 20¢c.; quart, 35c.

TOMATO, Ignotum — Esteemed as the perfection_of a Tomato. Extremely early anda great cropper, Fruits large, smooth, without green spots or cores, and almost entirely free from cracks of rotten spots. Oz., 15¢., ; 1b.,$2.00.

TURNIP, Early Flat Dutch—Clear white skin and juicy, crisp flesh. A fine sort for either market or home gar- den. Oz., 5¢.; lb.. 45¢.

TURNIP, Purple Top Ruta-Baga—Oz., 5c.; lb., 45c.

WATERMELON, Mountain Sweet—A fine old sort, so deliciously sweet and tender that it will almost melt in one’s mouth. The best variety for the extreme North, where few Watermelons succeed. O2z., 10c.; Ib., 75¢.

A = et Egyptian Winter or ual Free Qnion.

In this we have an entirely new variety of Onion. It differs from those raised from seeds or sets, from the Top Onion, Potato Onion, in the fact that when once set out, with- out the slightest protection, it will come up year after year as soon as the frost breaks the ground, and grow so rapidly that itis ready for market or home use two or three weeks’ before any of them. Itis usually ready for the table early in May. It is unsurpassed for sweetness and tenderness. It is perfectly hardy in all sections of the North. Differs widely from all other forms of Top or Potato Onion, and should have a place in every home garden. Pint, 20c.; quart, g0e., postpaid; peck, by express, $1.50.

Early Ganary Millet.

A new sort of great value, for the reason that it will ma- ture a crop of hay in 60 days, and ripen seed in 70 to 80 days. It is of a fine Ge 3 green color and is of superior quality for feed- ing. Stands heat and drought to a remarkable degree—in fact, being so very early it largely escapes droughts. Owing to its great “tillering” quality it requires only 12 pounds of seed per acre for hay orseed. Itis un- doubtedly the finest cheap forage ever introduced, and haying a large heavy seed itis unsurpassed for poultry. and bird feed. All kinds of wild birds eat it eagerly, and for canaries or other caged birds as well as for poultry it is great. Pkt., 5¢.: 07., 10¢. ; Ih:. 35¢. ; 3 lbs., $1.00 postpaid; b express, peck,$1.00; bushel,

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NEW AND SUPERB POT BULBS.

While many of these as Begonias, Callas, Lilies and Amaryllis are fine for garden culture, they attain

their greatest beauty and splendor when growu in pots in windows, greenhouses or ou verandas, or

other sheltered locations. Our strains of all are the finest ever seeu; there is nothing anywhere to equal

our Cyclamens, Begonias, Gloxinias, Caladiums and Amaryllis, while the new bulbous Callas, Rhemanni, Elliottiana and the New Lily are marvels of beauty, easily grown aud sure bloomers.

New Bulbous Gallas.

(See colored sketch on inside cover.)

A few years ago we had only one so ealled Bulb- ous Calla (common Spotted). Nowthere are several, and they are truly marvels of beauty. Do not con- found these superb sorts with worthless Arums. whieh have been extensively sold as red, pink. green and yellow Callas. These now offered are all genuine Callas, with large, magnificent blossoms, and will grow and bloom freely in pots like the com- mon white Calla. They are all fine for garden culture also, treated like a summer flowering bulb. but we think they are better when grownin pots. Noteour _ J©w price for that grandest of all new Callas, Rhe- manni, both for large flowering Bulbs and Seed.

” Rhemanni—(Pink)—This magnificent new Calla has a large flower of a rich, deep shade of pink that is perfectly exquisite. A strong, easy grower, and afree bloomer. It is still the most sensational floral novelty in Europe, and one of the grandest flowering plants we have ever seen. Having

grown an enormous stock, we can offer it at a very low

price. Do not miss it. Fine flowering bulbs, 25e. each, 5

for $1,00. Seed which will bloom second season, 20¢e. p. pkt,

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. Sold recently at $5.00 each. Its great size of bloom, brilliant yellow color, and glorious large spotted leaves, makes this a plant of unusual beauty and novelty. Strong flowering bulbs, 75¢e. each.

Aurata—( Lemon Calla)—New and fine, the flowers being a beauti- ful, light lemon yellow. with a jet black center, therefore very conspicuous and showy. Its foliage is large and handsome: deep green, freely spotted white. Makes a most superb pot plant. 40¢c, each; 3 for $1.00.

Wastata— Yellow Calla)—The bulbstare strong and send’up numer- ous flowers, which are bright golden yellow with black center. The color is one of the most beautiful shades of yellow ‘seen among flowers, and the jet black center lends to the blos- somsa peculiar charm, Bulbs are very scarce, and a year or two ago sold at $1.50 each. This is the true large flowering golden yellow variety. with deep green, unspotted leaves. Fine flowering bulbs, 15¢e. each; 4 for 50c.

Spotted Calla—The leaves of this beautiful Calla are deep green, with white spots, which give the plants a magnificent appearance. The flowers are pure white, with black center. Fine for open ground culture treated like Gladiolus or for pots. 15¢.5 each; 4 for 50¢.; $10 per 100.

One fine bull cach of the 5 sorts for $1.50.

Callas From Seed.

It is an easy matter to grow Callas from seed and we can offer

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(yclamen Rococo.

(See Inside Back Cover.)

A lovely new form of Cyclamen with large flow- ers opening flatlike a Prim- rose. rs made up of various lelicate shades and all exceedingly beautiful. Entirely new and distinct. Bulbs, 40c. each; 3 for $1.00. Seed, 25¢c. per pkt,

({loxinia Fubiflora,

This is far different from ordinary Gloxihias, being a plant of erect, branching habit, which is propagated by cuttings, but producing a strong bulb or tuber. Flower stems rise to the height of 2 feet, each bear- ing several large pure white blossoms 4inches in ength.and ofa peculiarand fascinating fragrance. It is a hardy and easily grown pot plant, good for any situation, blooming free- ly, and always attracting great attention by its « dui- ty, novelty and remarkable beauty. It is also a fine garden flower treated like any summer flowering bulb, but is seen at its best as a pot plant. A very novel and a truly superb flower. Strong tubers, 20c. each; 3 for 50¢c.

Cyclamen Persicum Giganteum Gerandiflorum.

CHILDS’ IMPROVED LARGE-FLOWERING,— INEST CYCLAMEN GROWN.

(See colored sketch inside back cover.)

Few pot plants are so desirable as Cyclamen, especiallY for winter blooming. Though they are universal favorites. they are not seen in general cultivation to the extent that they should be. considering their ease of culture, great be saUuty and long season of bloom. Bulbs commence bloom- ing in the fall and continue in the greatest profusion till June, each flower keeping perfect a month before fading. and a good bulb will show at all times from 12 to 50 well de- veloped blosso They are of the most delicately beauri- ful colors, ranging fr ym dark red to white, delicate blush and pink shades prevailing. Often the flowers will be spotted and marked, and finely variegated.

The foliage is very beautiful, being variegated with different sha les of green, and helps to Sie off the flowers which rise above it, to a remarkable degree. In fact, a plant in bloom always looks like a tastily arranged vase of flowers and foliage. aay bl oomir 1g all winter bulbs should be

AMoat d to rest over summe dry state like Callas.

ye offer « pills this strain of Cyclamen, it being the largest ane ast flowered in the world Giant White—Pur enoOrmous size.

Giant Carmine—Very bright. Giant Pink Exquisite shade Giant Crimson-Black—Very dark and rich. Giant White Crimson Eye. Bubs, c. each, Bian Mixed—All colors, tir potted. 25¢. each: 5

or $1.2

and shades, some being free-

mates -Leaved Mixed— A train with very large anc d beau- tifully variegated leave Flowers also extra >and fine. Mi.ed eolors. Bulbs, 30c. each; 4 for $1. Seed, 20¢. ‘per pkt, CYCLAMEN SEED. Fine seed saved from our favorite strain as offered above. Seedlings grow freely and bloom ins to 10 months. Giant White, Giant Pink, : . «* ~Carmine, Ae Crimson-Black, ‘COPYRIGHT «* ‘White Crimson Eye, ‘« Mixed, ro Colors.

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Profusion Strain of Amaryllis Vitatta.

In growing the thousands of hybrid seedlings to produce his new giant race of Amaryllis, Mr, Burbank produced aiso a superior type of Vitatta Hybrids, large flowers. fine colors and profuse flowering. Many of them bloom several times a year and are a long way ahead of the old Vitatta type. We call the strain “Profusion” and offer large flowering bulbs at the very low price of 40e. each; 3 for $1.00; 7 for $2.00.

2 VU Other Fine Amaryliis-

Aulica Platypetala—Large, vigorous grower, _Bulbs and flowers of enormous size ; color, deep blood erim- son, shaded black. A grand variety. 60c. each,

Clovis—Bright red. with large white stripes. 75¢. each.

Empress of India -A famous European variety which usually sells at $10 each. Color, deep searlet, banded orange,

shaded to white. Knormous size. $1.50 each.

Johnsonii—A grand old sort, always popular.

Flowers large and very beautiful, deep red, striped white. 40c.each

See pages 100 and 101 for garden Amaryllis, Crinums, Vallotta, ete.

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Burbank’s Giant Fybrid Amaryllis. (See Colored Sketch on Cover.)

We are fortunate in having been able to secure from Mr. Luther Burbank of California, the first opportunity to introduce to the world his new hybrid Amaryl- lis, which is among the crowning glories of his life-work. The bulbs here offered area choice selection of mixed hybrids, ranging in color from almost pure white to deep, dark crimson, with all intermediate shades, as well as stripes, variega- tions, and blended forms without limit. More than one hundred distinet colors are represented, and some of the enormous flowers are partly double. This new race of Amaryllis produces a bulb of enormous size and strength which throws up broad, healthy foliage. and stout flower seapes, each producing blossoms of truly gigantic size. The flowers ave often a foot. or more across, larger than the Auratum Lily, and with colors which for purity and intensity are truly marvels. Mr. Burbank has spent many years in hybridizing and perfecting this strain, during which time they have been seen by horticultural experts from ali over the world, and their great superiority over all other Amaryllis acknowledged. Price—Enormous bulbs, $1.00 each; 3 for $2.50.

Seed —Burbank’s Choicest Hybridization, 25¢e. per pkt. Seed germinates easily and makes fine large bulbs in two years.

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> ere eye = : [;ilium Pbhilippensis. This rare and beautiful Lily has been known for many years and has always commanded fabulous prices, so eager have lovers of flowers been to possess it, and it is with great pleasure that we are now able to offer it to our customers at an absurdly low price. It is a native of one of the high mountain ranges of the Philippine Islands, and a few years ago a large Jot were collected by an American and sent to relativesin Ohio. The bulbs thrived remarkably well, and last year we acquired the entire stock. Hence, we can offer superb home-grown bulbs ata low price. Itisa great improvementon Lilium Harrisii. the flowers being much larger and a great deal Jonger, a gracefully tapering trumpet shape, snowy white in color and of delicate frag- rance. The plant is exceedingly graceful, the main stalk eing slender and clothed with narrow, grass-like foliage- ly hardy anywhere in the open ground and a superb garden bulb. But for pots it is more than Satis- factory, far excelling the best Harrisiis. The bulbs after blooming remain dormant only a short time when new

| growth and more flowers follow, often as many as three

blooming periods a year. The cut_represents this glorious Lily faithfully and gives a good idea of its wonderful beauty. Large flowering bulbs, 30c. each; 4 for $1.00.

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_A most beautiful flowering bulb for pot culture, and re- quiring much the same treatment as Begonias aud Gloxin-

ias. They are very easily grown and produce a wonderful profusien of flowers all summer, some varieties blooming eyen up to Christmas. Colors. white, erimson, blue rose, heliotrope, ete. Many of the sorts have highly ornamental foliage, as fine as the best Coleus. We have some 25 different sorts, including the finer varieties. These bulbs should be potted as soon as received, or{kept in soil to prevent drying out toomuch. Fine mixed bulbs, 5 for 25¢.; 12 for 50¢.

Gesneria, Tidaeas and Naegelia.

These beautiful pot bulbs are allied to the Gloxinia, are easily grown either from seed or bulbs; in either case they soon come into bloom and flower profusely ali summer and fall, often up to New Years. The colors are varied, covering a wide range of exceedingly bright shades, always neat and attractive. The foliage in many cases is also highly orna- mental and made up of rich colors that have a velvety ap- pearance. Pot bulbs soon after getting them, Gesneria—Mixed Hybrids, many new forms. Tidaeas—Finest mixed, all colors.

Naegelia—New Hybrids mixed.

Bulbs 10c. each; 3 for 20c.; 9 for 50e.

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Eucharis -\mazonica.

Tf there is a purer, sweeter, or more exquisitely beauti- ful flower than this we have never had the good fortune to see it. It is a bulbous plant, throwing up tall spikes on which are borne several very large. star-shaped flowers of the purest waxy whiteness and unexeelled fragrance. For chaste beauty it has no peer, and isa plant that isas rare as itis beautiful and weare fortunate in being able to offer large flowering bulbs at only 25¢. each; 3 for 60c.

90 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, NY.

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Childs’ New Tuberous-Rooted [Pegonias,

The fashionable plant of the day, and richly does it de- serve its honor, for in addition to very handsome foliage it bears a never ending profusion of the most ravishingly beau- tiful flowers the whole summer, and then, with the coming of cold weather, very obligingly takes a nap until spring, ask- ing no further care through the winter than to be packed in soilawayfrom frost, This trait will be appreciated by the many people who have no spare windows to carry over ten- der bedding plants yet dislike to be at the expense of buying a new lot each spring. This great plant isa rival to the Gloxinias as a summer window conservatory plant, and as strong a rival to the Geranium and Verbena, as an outdoor bedding plant. The enormous size and intense brilliancy of the flowers astonish those who have never seen any but the ordinary house Begonia. The bulbs ean be started from March to June and will soon be in full bloom. Give partial shade outof doors, and protect from severe winds if possible. Our strain of both double and singie is a very superior one, many of the flowers measuring 4 to 5 inches across.

Fine Mixed—A splendid strain of the large single type. 10¢c. each; 3 for 25c. ; 12 for 75e.

Childs’ Giant Flowered—A crand strain of immense size, (5 inches) and a large and varied assortment of brilliant colors, the finest we have ever seen. 5c. each: 3for 30¢.;: 12 for $1.00.

Cristata Mixed

New crested or bearded strain beauty. Wehaveitin many different colors. mixed. 15¢. each; 3 for 35c.; 12 for $1.60.

Oiant Crispa—Enormous blossoms, with edges. One of the grandest yet seen, ant departure, 20 colors mixed. 15c. ea.; 3 fo

Giant Crispa, White—Pure snow white.

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35c¢. ; 12 for $1.00.

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Crimson Black—Very dark, rich and velvety.

Above}, sorts, 20c. each; $1,50 per doz. One of each for 6c.

P)ouble “Fuberous Begonias.

Our strain of these is grand. All new types. finest colors,

Jarzest and most perfect blossoms. Double Tuberous Be-

gonias are perfectly exquisite. -

Fine Mixed—A fine strain. 10¢c. each: 3for 25c.; 12 for 80e.

Giant Fimbriated—Our new strain of gigantic double blos- soms. all finely frilled and fimbriated. 20 grand colors mixed. 20c. each: 3 for 50c.; 12 for $1,75.

Choicest Begonia Seed. Tith- good care seedlings bloom in from five _to eight mi ees ‘Our seed is Sx man pyre ane saved only from the most magnificent Lowers. s Tuberous-RootedChilds’Giant Flowered SingleMixed.15

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Childs’ Giant Gloxinia.

The grandest of all summer-blooming bulbs for decora- tion of the window, veranda or conservatory in summer. Everyone is spellbound at their regal beauty. They are no trouble at allto grow, and bloom constantly until autumn, when they should be allowed to die down, and the pots kept dry in some warm place until next spring, when the bulbs can be started into growth again. Our new Gloxinias are great improvements over the older sorts, with large, lix- uriant leaves that recurve in such a manneras to conceal the pot they grow in, and erect, large-throated, wide-lobed flow- ers borne above the foliage like a floralecrown. These flow- ers are very large and satin-like and of the most exquisite coloring, soft, clear or brilliant, sometimes self-colored, but more often tinted, spotted or edged with contrasting colors, but always rich and beautiful.

Childs’ Giant, Mixed Colors—Originated by us, and isa flower of the most extraordinary size and widely open. In shape it is perfect. many of the petals being beautifully frilled and fimbriated, Colors rich and veined, some of the combinations being unique and beautiful beyond description. often as many as 40 and 50of these gigantic flowers show- Ing at one timeona plant. 3 for 30c.; 12 for $1.00.

Plants vigorous, with enormous leaves and |! Fine Mixed—From a good collection.

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(Jloxinia Novelties.

The following grand varieties were leading Gloxinia novy- elties last year. Seed and Bulbs we offer are our own grow- ing, and extra fine and true.

Goliath—Enormous size, opening flat and wide. Outside pearly white, inside ultramarine blue with wide white border, dark, rich and velvety. A grand flower.

Leopard—Light delicate pink, thickly spotted scarlet.

Snow Queen—The largest and finest of all pure white sorts. A flower of the gods. Vigorous, and great bloomer.

Scarlet Queen— Large, wide-open flowers of a dark. deep, rich erimson-searlet. Brightest colored sorts. i

Othello—Deep. rich purple-pink. Magnificent; darkesticol- or yet seen in Gloxinias. 5 ;

Tricolor Spotted — Various colors, all beautifully tinged. and spotted. Exceedingly handsome. .

Venosa—Various colors, all charmingly veined, and many also spotted. : :

Cyclope — Bright crimson, throat thickly spotted purple, whole flower surrounded by_a broad band of pure white.

Cattleya—Flowers show the delicate, fine rosy lilac colors of an Orchid, and are exquisite.

Above new sorts 20c. each; 3 for 50c.; the 9 for $1.25, or $1.50 per doz (Gloxinia Seed.

Gloxinias grow well from seed, and, if given good care, will bloom in five months from the time of sowing of seed, giving large and beautiful blossoms. Our seed is extra choice, and the fine bulbs we offer are all grown from seed. The various strains and colors always come true,

Pkt., 10¢. | Childs’ Giant Mixed—The largest and finest of all strains of Gloxinia. Blooms in a short time from seed. Pkt., 20c.

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Faney Galadiums.

Busy to grow in summer, either in beds or pots. For

piazza or summer conservatory decoration they are un- |

rivaled. Their beautifully shaped and glossy foliage is elegantly variegated in the most telling manner. One, per- haps. is regularly dotted with round raised spots of white, another is ribbed and veined with pink or searlet. or yellow, while still another is flashed and marbled with white or marked with delicate and vivid colors as to make them as showy as great and peculiar flowers. The small early leaves do not always show all the fine colors of the large ones which come later. Our collection is supt rb, comprising over 80 named kinds of whieh the following are the best. Baron de Mammore—Large leaf, ground color white heav- ily interlined with light green, crimson and pink stripes. Center dark crimson. Ribs searlet. One of the best. Candidum—Large, heart-shaped leaf, eolor satin white with vreen spots, and dark g i ribs. One of the best, Princess Alexander—Ground color of leaf delicate pink, the mid-rib and veins being dark olive-green. D. C. de Meruda—Lovely leaf, white tinged yellow green, spotted crimson. Curupa—Light green with large carmine center; white ribs. Bebevibe -Large green interspersed with white spots. Center beautiful scft, transparent pink. Ribs deep pink. Don Pedro—Large. yellowish green leaf with white center and pink ribs, the whole surface heavily splashed with ligh rose-colored spots. Bendigo—A most beautiful leaf of pink with dark green splashes. Ribs dark green. Itapoca—Vrry large leaf of dark crimson color, over whieh isspreada metallic lustre.A narrow border of dark green. Lynchomatum—Dark rose center with green border, which is freely mottled carmine. Price 20c. each: 3 for 50c.; the 10 for $1.50. Seed—Fancy Caladiums flower and seed onlyin June. The seed rinens in a week or two. We offer seed to be sent outin June or July as soon as the crop ripens, and it should be sown at once, for it does not hold its vitality long. 20c. per pkt,

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GRAND NEW SEEDLINGS OF LAST YEAR.

The following grand Faney Caladiums are our own seedlings and we believe they are the most magnificent sorts in cultivation. They must be seen to be appreciated. Truce—Large leaf almost pure white. red splash at heel. Lydia Oakley—White tinted yellow, heavily ribbed dark

crimson. Very showy.

Ivory—Very large. ivory white. Adolf Jaenicke—Ivory white, with purplish pink mottlings

«ll over leaf, and a stitch hemmed-like border.

White Flag—Immense leaf, pure white with transparent blue-tinged blotches. Torch Light —Fine light red bordered with bottle-green, veined with deep crimson. Elaborate—Bricht red, veined crimson. Large, wide mot- tled border of yellow tinted white Extra fine. Fascination—Pink. freely veined with deep crimson, dark- green mottled edge. Perfectly grand. Exquisite—Blush white, tinged pink. Reverse green, heay- ily ribbed dark erimson. Emerald—Green. heavily blotched and ribbed crimson.} 0c. each: the 10 for $2.70. MIXED SEEDLINGS.

We grow thousands of Seedling Faney Caladiums, and from these have made a careful selection of the most odd, heautiful and brightest-colored sorts, which we here offer as an extra fine lot of mixed seedlings. Many of themare equal in beauty to the above named sorts. and among them one will get the greatest variety of blended colors. Price for fine bulbs, 15¢. each: 3 for 40¢.; 6 for 75e, ; 15 for $1.50,

3 Glorious New Sorts for 1906,

Our three finest new Seedling Caladiums, being novel

and distinct in every respect. .

Snow Storm—Immense leaves. almost pure white with mottlings of light green. Makes a superb specimen when well grown. 4

Glowing Coal—Leafa solid bright carmine color of rich and striking beauty. Z

Sea Shell—A beautiful green leaf with a large delicate pink center. Very odd and attractive.

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SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS.

The word Bulb sends a thrill to the heart of every lover of fowers whenever it is heard. No other word in horticulture seems to indicate so much or raise in one’s mind such vivid pictures of grace, brillianey and delicate beauty. In our mind we see long spikes of Gladiolus of brilliant, fascinating and varied colors; Sreat faming Amaryllis of indescribable beauty ; Gloxiuias, spotted, marked and colored most exquisitely ; Sreat spikes of waxy Tuberoses of wonderful purity and fragrance; lovely, graceful, charming Zephyranthes and Mexican Gems; exquisite Dahlias and fantastic Tigridias. ‘a

Bulbs are favorites with all, and they are planted by many who will not grow any other class of flowers. They are so easily Srowu and so satisfactory to everyone that they areinvaluable. Summer-fNowering Bulbs require no Skill and very little attention to grow them to perfection. Plant them in the garden in spring,

after severe freezing is passed, and they will soon be up aud will flourish and bloom all summer. In Autumn, after early freezing, the Bulbs should be lifted and stored in a cellar or some other position away from frost, for planting again the following spring. Weare headquarters for Summer-flowering Bulbs, aud grow and

sell more of them than any othcr two houses in the world.

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The Gladiolus is our leading specialty, and our collection is the largest and finest in the world—in fact, we supply most of the bulbs which the world uses. We srow one hundred and thirty acres of them and upwards of 15,000,000 flowering bulbs. Gladiolus beings our leading specialty, are here offered at less than one-half the usual price. Our Childsis aud Le- moineis are simply graud. Do not miss them.

The Gladiolus is the most satisfactory, the most, desira- ble and the most popular ofallgarden bulbs. Nothing else of the kind costs so little, and nothing else grows and blooms so readily for anybody and everybody, in any soil or climate. It is, in short, the most satisfactory garden flower, thriving and blooming, as it does, with the least care and attention, and makes a display which for brillianey and beauty of coloring few bulbs can equal and none surpass, The Gladiolus is to the flower garden what bread is to man, “The staff of life.” Our collection is so large that many of the finest and highest priced sorts of European Catalogues ean be supplied by us by the ten thousands, and we offer them at very low prices. Not only do we grow the finest vari-

eties of Gandavensis by the million, but also Lemoine’s New ~

Hardy Hybrids. But the finest of all Gladiolus is the new strain, Childsi. This novelty is of such sterling worth that it deserves more than special attention.

CUL*URE.—Gladiolus are of_the simplest culture. Plant at any time from April to July, in any fairly good soil, well spaded. Set in rows three inches apart, or in masses, Six inches apart each way. Plant in full sun, if pos- sible, and keep down weeds. They bloom from July. to October. _ After fall frosts, lift the bulbs, and, after removing the tops, let them dry for two or three weeks in any airy position, under cover. Then, after removing the roots, store them in a cellar, or any cool, dry place, away from frost. for planting again the following spring.

The Mayflower for Feb. 1904 contains a complete treatise on the Gladiolus, descriptions of all known species, and full cultural directions. 5c. per copy.

Gladiolus Seed.

It is very interesting to raise Gladiolus from seed. The range of color and beauty of bloom in seedlings is: very great. One never sees two seedlings alike. Sow seed in light, sandy soil in the open ground, about corn planting time, and shade until they germinate. Might be started earlier in_hot-beds, if desired, Seedlings generally bloom the second summer. and sometimes the first. Hybrids, Mixed, All Colors—Very fine, Pkt. ,10¢, ;3 pkts.,25¢. Lemoinei Hybrids, Mixed — Sometimes blooms the first

summer, and always the second. Pkt., 10¢,; 4 pkts., for 25e. Childsi, Mixed Colors—Finest of all. Pkt., 15c.+3 pkts., 30c.

One pkt, each of Hybrid, Lemcinet and Childsi for 25c.

Mixed Gladiolus. _ Our mixed Gladiolus are not the poor dull colors. old discarded red sorts and worthless seedlings usually sent out as Mixtures. On the contrary, they are made up from splendid named sorts, pare nitees _and most varied colors, white, yellow, pink, rose, blush, intense scarlet, carmine, violet, striped, blotched, variegated, ete. All old, common and poor sorts have been discarded, and this mixture is of the highest grade. - Mixed, All Colors, First Size—Extra large flowering bulbs. Per dozen. 30¢.; per 100, $2.25 ; per 1,000, $20.00, by mail. Mixed, All Colors, Second Size—These are all fine bloom- ing, young vigorous hulbs. Per dozen, 15¢.; per 100, $1.00; per 1,000, $8.00, by mail.

Mixed, White and Light Varieties Only—First size, 30c. per dozen ; $2.25 per 100.

Mixed, Scarlet Varieties Only—25c. per dozen ;$2.00 per 100.

Mixed, Pink Warieties Only—25c. per dozen ; $2.00 per 100.

Mixed Childsi Gladiolus. All Colors and Varieties.

40c. per doz. ; $3.00 per 100. 25¢e. per doz. ; $2.00 per

First $ize—Kxtra large. pecond Size—Good flowering bulbs.

Blue Hybrid Gladiolus.

A new strain, a large per cent of the flowers of which are of various shades of blue. The other colors are equally odd, some of the variegations being extremely handsome, and unlike any other sorts. They are perfectly fascinating. Fine bulbs, mixed shades, $1.00 per dozen.

Groff’s fivbrid Gladiolus.

This is a mixture and Hybrids of all sorts, Gandavensis Lemoinei and Childsi, giving in one bed the greatest range of colors and variation. 20c. per dozen; $1.50 per 100.

[rarse Gladiolus Bulbs.

EXTRA LOW PRICES BY EXPRESS.

No flower so adorns the garden or lawn as does the Gladiolus, and none are more easily grown or so fine for decorating churches, rooms, dining tables, halls, stores offices, ete. That customers can afford to plant them extensively we offer ae Large Flowering Bulbs, Mixed—Choicest varieties, larg-

est flowers, and finest colors,_by express, 100 for $1.50;

30u for $4.00; per 1000, $12.00

94 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

The Grand New Pink Gladiolus

“AMERICA.”

(See Colored Sketch ou Front Cover.)

Without a single exception this is the most beautiful and useful Gladiolus yet introduced and the greatest Floral Novelty of 1906. It is being introduced in all parts of the world by us, as we own the entire stock.

It was originated by one of our customers in Ohio, a cross between Childsi and Gandavensis. We began negotiations for it years ago and finally paid $4,000.00 for it.

GROWTH:—By far the most vigorous and easily-grown Gladiolus known. Strong and healthy, with luxuriant dark green foliage and a freedom of growth and flowering, surpassing all others.

FLOWERS: — Spikes two to three feet long, erect with a great number of large spreading blossoms, all facing

one way and showing a color the delicacy and beauty of which it is impossible to describe or reproduce. It is an §

exquisite soft lavender pink, very light, almost a tinted white; the color is the same as seen in the most exquisite Cattleya Orchids. No color like it in any Gladiolus and none one-half so beautiful.

USEFULNESS:—As a cut flower it is perfectly immense, lasting in water for a week or more, the great blossoms retaining full size and delicate coloring. For florists’ use and for bedding it is without a rival.

PRICE:—We have waited until we had an immense stock of this bulb before offering it, that we might put it out at a price that would enable every lover of superbly beautiful novelties to possess it at once, and we earnestly hope that each one of our customers will plant one or more bulbs of America, for we know they will be pleased with it toan ex- tent wholly beyond comprehension. Strong bulbs 25c. each, 5 for $1.00, 12 for $2.00.

Other New Gladiolus for 1906.

The following fine Gladiolus are offered now for the first time, having been named and exhibited by us the past sea- son. They are all seedlings of our own production.

Scribe (Childsi)—A beautiful. large, well-open flower and an enormous spike. Color like the fine old Eugene Seribe, tinted white, freely striped carmine. A very attractive sort.

Attraction (Childsi)—Deep, dark, rich crimson with a very conspicuous large pure white center and throat. Atoncea most beautiful and attractive sort.

Glowing Coal (Childsi)—Bright, deep fire scarlet, with a rich velvety maroon throat. Exceedingly rich and bril- liant color.

Wild Rose (Childsi)-Very bright rose or blush tint, exceed- ingly delicate and pretty. Flower and spike both fine in size and form.

Aline (Childsi)—A large wide open flower, pure white, slightly striped crimson or pink. Extra fine.

Biue Jay (Lemoinei x Childsi)—The finest blue Gladiolus yet seen, It isa rich, deepeolor, of an indigo shade. The only real blue Gladiolus on the market.

Dandy (Lemoinei)—Very yigorous with a splendid long spike of large blossoms. Color dark crimson and witha fine yelloweenter. It is at once avery novel and attract- ive combination of showy colors. Spike largest in the Lemoinei group.

Price 40c. each; any three for $1.00; the 7 for $2.00.

The Easter Gladiolus.

This variety is so early flowering, and so well adapted to / ' : pot culture that it is a most available and beautiful flower ‘ COPYRIGHT for Easter. Pot bulbs in winter and three may be planted . 1303, BY, in a 5-inch pot. They will soon be up and growing and I ae about Easter will show magnificent spikes of bloom. Color - AY } < pure white with lemon tinge, and a large bright crimson center. Wonderfully showy and easily grown. For the garden they are also superb and bloom earlier than any

sets kind. Large bulbs 10c. each; 3 for 25¢. : 7 for 50¢.; 15 for $L00,

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Ghoicest Named 5-CENT CLASS.

Price 'of ine sonoweng 20 sorts, 5c. each; 6 for 25e.; or 40c. per

ozen. One each of the 20-sorts for 75c. AUGUSTA—Lovely pure white, with blue anthers.

BRENCHLEVENSIS-Vermillion-scarlet; fine old variety.

CERES—Pure white, spotted with purplish rose. Corsaire—Dark and velvety Soe Bie

DOCTOR HOGG —Mauye, suffused with rose; center white.

EMMA THURSBY—White; striped and blotched.

GEN. PHIL. SHERIDAN -Fiery red; large, white blotch.

GEN. SHERMAN Large fine scarlet.

Glory of Brightwood—Scearlet; with lemon throat. AAC BUCHANAN Very fine yellow. 5

JOHN BULL—White, slightly tinted with sulphur

LAMARCK Cherry, tinted with orange-red.

LE POUSSIN—Light red, white blotch.

Leas OSS ee Delicate Ose:

—A lovely pure white, finely flaked rosy crimson. MRS. E. H. aE Ory red; white blotch. NAPOLEON III.—Bright scarlet; white throat- OCTOROON—A beautiful salmon-pink ; very distinct. REINE BLANCHE—Pure white, dark carmine blotches. SYIPHIDE—Pure white, flamed carmine.

Zag _ 1{O-CENT CLASS.

Z Price of these 53 sorts, 10c. each; any 3 for s') es 20¢.: or 75c. per dozen. One each of the We 53 sorts for $3.50,

Ae LPO Derk amaranth, with white stripe.

AJAX—Peautiful striped. i

AMALTHEE—Pure white with’violet- red blotch,

Amitie — Large spike of Jarge. fleshy rose-colored flowers, shaded with straw-color.

ANGELE—White, showy, and effective

Archduchess Marie Christine—White slightly tinged with lilac, flamed rosy earmine, f

CAMELEON—Compact truss of large slaty lilac flowers. flamed orange, with white bands.

Calypso—Flesh-colored rose, streaked rose and blotched.

Garnation—Fleshy-white, profusely tinged at the edges with the richest carmine.

CANARY BIRD-—Finest yellow.

Chamont—Lilac shaded with purple.

Chrysolora—Golden yellow, pure and distinct.

Countess Craven—Rose, flaked carmine..

Daphnis—Fine rosy salmon, blotched white. : f

Delicatissime—White, suffused with soft, earmine-lilae, the pure white lower petals edged lilac.

DIAMANT -~ Fleshy white, ofaremarkable freshness ; throat ivory-white, blotebed and streaked carmine. : pee Ale SCRIBE—Perfect tender rose, blazed carmine-

red.

Formosa—Rose. white center, extra fine. .

Hesperide—Profusely plotched and flaked bright rosy sal- mon on a pure white ground. i :

Hlorace Vernet— Large purple-red with white blotch.

La Favorite—Rose. flamed carmine; lower petals yellow.

Ya France—Pure white flowers: slightly flamed with car- mine toward the edges. : ;

Latone—Tall and very compact spike; fine flowers of a deli- cate rose with creamy white blotch, E :

Leander—Large flower of Jilac eolor, beautifully shading off to carmine: distinct white band.

LACROSS—Hine spike: orange csearlet, flaked maroon.

LORD BURLEIGH— Watermelon-red: light throat.

Mahdi—Large, deep, reddish-hlack.

Madame Leseble—Pure white, large rose bloteh.

Mazeppa—Tine orange. Good perfect flower.

Mr. Bains—A distinct color, a clear, light red; self color.

Noemi—Light rosy lilac. ; ‘ é

Pactole—Beautiful yellow. slightly tinged with rose at the edges; blotch of dark shade,

Pappillon—Yellow ground, conspicuously flaked and bor- dered with carmine. :

Penelope—Blush-white: lower petals tinted yellow,

Pres. Lincoln—Violet-blush, streaked darker. |

Pepita—Bright golden yellow flowers, slightly. striped.

Prolific Pink—A fine growing sort which produces a good spike of bright deep pink flowers, with crimson base.

Pyramide—Perfect spikes. broader at the lower parts than at the top, large, well expanded orange-rose.

Phebus—Brilliant red: large pure white blotch.

Pheroan—Large cherry-red flowers, streaked and edged with violet: center band of petals white. :

Princess of Wales— White, flamed with carmine-rose; deep carmine-black.

Proserpine—Rosy white. : :

Pygmalion — Cherry-red, slightly flamed with a darker shade; pure white blotch. feathered violet. ¥

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Richard Coeur de Lion—Bright crimson-red flamed and edged with garnet; lower petals spotted and blotched yellow.

Robert Fortune—Orange-lake, shading off to purple-crim- son; veined white.

Stanley—Rosy-salmon, flamed all over with the deepest rose color: small, rosy yellow blotch,

Sunset—Lovely pink, blotched and flamed darker.

Sultana — Bright satin-rose flamed with carmine; purple- earmine blotch.

Talma—Rosy carmine flowers flamed with bright carmine, and striped scarlet and pale violet.

Teresita—Under petals of pure white, suffused with rose, and striped carmine at the edges.

Thalia—White. flamed and streaked with carmine.

Van Spandonk—fijery red: splendid,

20-CENT CLASS.

Price of the following 16 sorts, 20c. each: any 8 for 50c.; or $1.50 per dozen. One each of the 16 sorts for $2.23, Brilliancy—Intense ruby-searlet. Arichand brilliant color: Contrast—Flowers of great substance and a beautiful com- pact spike of perfect form. Color intense searlet with a Jarge, distinet, pure white center which is neither tinted or mottled. One of the most striking and beautiful Gladiolus ever introduced. :

Ella —Blush-pink, flaked slaty-blue. Very odd and pretty.

Edna—White and pink, freely striped, mottled and blotched.

Gloire de Fontainebleu — [Large flowers of bright rosy carmine, striped red at the edges, white band.

Gulliver—Large, bright carmine flowers with conspicuous pale bands in the middle of each petal: pale yellow bloteh.

Harmonia—Bright purple shaded crimson, and veined white. with a large snow white centre: very showy.

Lemon Drop—Light lemon with bright yellow throat. Fine- ly tinted with crimson.

Magnificus—Fjowers round and open; cinnabar-red: fine white blotch; edged with violet.

Marie Berger—Rosy lilac. blotched and striped with red shaded into yellowish rose towards the center.

Queen of the Fairies—fine light sulphur.

Red Cloud—Salmon-pink, flamed with carmine.

Salmonia—Good spike of flowers which are composed of varying shades of salmon-yellow.

Sulphur King—Beautiful clean, sulphur yellow, finest and clearest of yellow sorts.

Sunshine—Tall spike with 20 or more flowers. yellow.

SHAKESPEARE_White, very slightly suffused with car- mine-rose; large rosy blotch.

Very fine

JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL. PARK, N. Y.

(Gladiolus, Snow White.

All that need be said about this grand novelty, is that it is absoutely pure snow white, the only pure white Gladiolus

in existence. It also has large, well open flowers and an enormous spike of the most beautiful shape. 15c. each; 5 for 50¢.

20 Named Gladiolus for 50c.

This is a great deal for a little money—a special bar- gain for the benefit of our customers, who want a good variety of Gladiolus at small cost. It consists of 20 fine Gladiolus (our selection) of different sorts and colors in- cluding Childsi, Lemoinei, and Gandavensis, all good sized flowering bulbs and each one named. The whole neatly packed together and mailed to any address. Makes a splendid present to send toa friend. All for 50c,

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[remoine’s New Hardy Hybrid Gladiolus.

regal beauty. for it cannot. be done. They must be seen. Besides their gay colors and odd markings, they have two very important points of superiority over other sorts. First, they bloom tyvo or three weeks earlier and are in full perfec- tion before others appear; and secondly, they are hardy and may be left in the ground over winter, from year to.year, without lifting in autumn; yet we do not advise this plan, as we think it better.to liftthem in the fall-and store them fin the cellar, that they may be planted out in fresh, mellow soil in spring. They do well either way. Atlas—Clear vio.et, large velvety maroon blotch. Admiral Pierre — Lirge flowers. round, very open; dark carmine-red, lower division clouded maroon. Bejazet—Lovely light pink, shading to delicate blush. Chas. Martin—Rosy blush, intense large carmine blotch. De Chevyille—Salmon red, buff blotch. . Edison—A beautiful combination of many rich colors. Emille Lemoine—Bricht vermillion dotted gold. Entendard—Light brick-red, with large canary blotches. Ethel—Beautiful blush pink. . j i : F. Bergman—Large, orange-pink, with carmine stains. Incendiary —Fiery red, large bloteh of crimson-red on lower petals, small gold markings. Lamarck —Salmon, crimson and yellow spots. Lamartine—Rosy flesh, with large, maroon blotch. Lafayette—Very large, yellowish salmon, crimson blotch. Marie Lemoine—Pale creamy color, flushed salmon-lilac, spotted violet and yellow. Pectole—Sulphur-yellow, spotted black. Washti—Creamy white, blotched carmine. Price of above, 5c. each; any 6 for 25c.; the 17 sorts for 65c.

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A splendid mixture of named sorts comprising more All splendid flowering bulbs that will make agreatshow. 20c. per doz. ; $2.00 per 100; $18.00 per 1000.

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New Seedlings of G, [;emoineli.

These glorious new seedlings are of our own hybridizing and are selected for large spikes, large flowers and bright, refined colors and are truly exquisite: by far the finest

| strain of Lemonei ever offered. 25¢c. per dozen; $2.50 per 100.

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Burlington—Bright pink, tinged orange-scarlet......... 10 Tall and erect, often standing four or five feet high, with | Bowdoin—Very large flower, light orange-scarlet, with spikes of bloom over two feet inlength. They branch freely, large, pure white throat. Very exquisite.............. 10

in most cases each stem producing three or four spikes of | Beverly—Large, light-red. Clouded and shaded blue.. 10 bloom, and bloom much earlier than ordinary varieties. | Blanche—Large flowers, pure snow white, with but The flowers are of great substance and gigantic size, fre- faint marks. Best white........ Wats atv Rneteer eeeeeee= 25 quently seven to nineinchesacross. The form of both flow- | Boston—Flaming orange-scearlet, with white throat,..... <3 er and spike,is perfection itself, and they lastin bloom a | Buffalo—A fine mottling of different shades of red.... 10 long time before fading, owing to their great substance and | Capt. C. B. Tanner — Extra large and fine, Brilliant

vigor, but the most remarkable feature is the coloring. Or- erimson and white freely mottled and intermixed. .. 20 chids cannot surpass them intheir varied and delicate | Columbia —Light orange-scarlet. freely blotched and | shades, markings and blendings. Every color known among penciled with bluish-purple. Throat freely mottled... 5 Gladiolus is represented, and manynever before seen, par- | Cardinal—Perfect flower_and spike, very large and the ticularly blues, smoky grays and _purple-blacks, all having brightest. cleanest and most intense cardinal searlet beautiful mottled and spotted throats, made up of white. yetseen. Very rich and showy and by all odds the crimson, pink, yellow, ete. They far outrank all other Glad- very finest light-colored sort yet seen....... Re aa 30 iolus in size of spike, size of bloom, vigor, varied and | Denver—Large white tinged flower, freely marked and magnificent coloring and freedom of bloom. shaded with vyiolet-noSei es o.w..0s tee eoen oe nbenb tenet 1) Aurea Superba—Flowers and spikes large. Soft orange- Dr. Sellew—Large spike and very large flower, of searlet, distinct white blotches and mottling.......... 10 great substance. eep, rich rosy crimson, slightly Allerton—Bright rosy red, blotched...................... 10 penciled darker. Center of petals rayed white,........ 5 Adolph Glose—lLarge spreading flower of a slaty Dr. Parkhurst—A spike,nearly three feet in length blue color, with large crimson and white throat....... 10 and bearing upwards of 25 flowers. Dark, brilliant A.oH. Goldsmith — Large flower of great substance. red. with an elegantly white mottled throat........... 10 Color, pink, mottled and striped with dark crim- Daisy Leland—Enormous spike and flower. Easily the son. White throat............. SBS non nee obepbon 10 largest flower produced by any Gladiolus. Bright Afrita — Dark amaranth, shaded black, with large rosy_pink of exquisite loveliness...... eee n eee ee eee ee 25 green-tinted white center. Very distinct ............ 5 | Deborah—Dark red, tinged with amaranth. Very large Admiral Dewey — Enormous, beautiful silvery pink, pure white throat, with band through petals....... vee 5 with velvety crimson markings.........6e....ccceeeeres 20 | Dexter—Orange-red, with gray and carmine throat... 20 Adolf Jaenicke—Extra large, beautiful blush pink with Duchess — Strong luxuriant grower with immense bright violet and purple mottled center. Very delicate- spikes 2 feet-in length; color peculiar mottling of SIVAN DOAUTLUIS, GOLOKROS. 95 ope bade cose cecpuceacece 30 lightand dark salmon reds. with mottled throat..... 20 Ben Hur—Light salmon-rose, tinged, flaked and mottled Edith—Light soft rose, striped crimson, yellow throat.. 20 with blue. Throat beautifully mottled and spotted.. 20 | Eva— Beautiful rose shaded and marked with slate. Bessie Tanner—Very large, beautiful soft rose color, Throat finely mottled with various colors............ 10 with pure white throat. Exquisite........ FOP pee es 20 | Erie—Bright, rosy carmine, with canary colored throat,. 10 Brilliant— Beautiful orange-red, with carmine and white Elaborata — Bright fiery red, freely penciled with

throat. Superior to all other scarlets...........see0.++ 10 brilliant amaranth and large white throat. Fine.... 10

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Ethel—Beautiful soft rose color. with white and crimson Fedora- Large fine salmon-rose with mottled throat.. Fantastic—Large flaming scarlet of a bright shade, freely penciled deep crimson Freak —F lowers without stamens or anthers and often quite double. ‘Rich maroon red, shaded slaty-blue... . L. Oakley — Bright_salmon tinged scarlet, with a pure white center. Very fine and showy variety...... Florida—A very dark-red Gladiolus. with splendid large blossoms sof the Childsi type. Fully fas early as the Easter Gladiolus, and makes a fine contrast with it on aecount of its deep. dark, rich color............... Governor McCormack—Kxtra iarge flower and truss. Beautiful rose, mottled with silvery gray and with violet and white mottled throat. Very fine being of unusual beauty and oddity.........-c cess e eves ew eee Governor Saxton— Deep amaranth, almost black, striped, shaded and mottled with red. A very odd and conspicious color ‘ : Gracilis—Slender, graceful spike with large flowers of a dull red color, margined and penciled with blue... Harlequine—-White and dark crimson freely suffused, striped, mottled and spotted ...........+...-. sav oggmocabr Harry G. Parker — Large blossoms. Purplish red of various shades, striped and mottled. Light central bars and a throat finely striped crimson and white... Helen—Blush white, striped crimson. Very pretty.... Henry Gillman—Deep salmon-searlet, with pure white bands; the throat showing peculiar mottling......... Hohokus—Large, flaming crimson; throat margined bright magenta........... Pectin dod noaomsonsasdoan Lees I. S. Hendrickson—A beautiful and irregular mottling of white and bright deep pink; in some the pink, and in others the white, predominating, Flowers and Spikes very large and fine........ pboNendees gegen ec Pink—A tall, rank grower with a spike two

one of the very largest and finest............... ave ees Indian Chief — Brilliant ruby red, clear and distinct white stripes through three lower petals. ............. Irene—Fine large flower and spike. Color a fine shade of pink freely faked bright crimson.....:.... oopoonne Jay—Compact spike; large open flower of great sub- stance..Bright crimson-pink, flamed darker,......... Kate—Blush white, with crimson blotched throat...... 2

are of the largest size........ Sey nde dacthasbsymoodea-opsde Lael—Soft pink, with bright carmine throat, shaded _ orange and having a7peculiar metallic lustre.......... Little Blush—Dwarf, compact spike of blush white.:.... Little Violet—Compact spike of a pleasing lilac ........ Livonia—Light red, with white mottled throat........... Lizzie - White, tinted blush; violet crimson throat...... Lowell — Fine pink and earmine, beautifully striped like Eugene Seribe. Good substanee....... ..- ..... Leonard Joerg —A compact spike of finely shaped flowers, rich crimson and white mottled, with a

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Oddity —Deep amaranth red, deeply suffused with purple-blue. Large distinet white marks and red

andivhitemotiedithroatsscseterseeee eee een 10 Old Oxford—Slaty crimson heavily clouded with blue.

Large crimson and white mottled.............. ee oa 20 Oriole—Lovely mottling of pink and gray, with beauti-

ful yelow banded throat. Exquisitely colored........ 10

Prince of India—A seedling from Ben Hur. The color varies from light to deep smoky-gray, many of the petals being zoned and banded; and freely penciled with dark slaty-blue with a flaming crimson throat which is profusely mottled with white. A most re- markable mixture of colors and one of great oddity and beauty eee CR eee SAbdoocaoemenboc. 30

Pearl—Light rosy pink, beautifully tinged violet and having pure white barsthrough center of each petal. 20

Peoria—Slaty lilac, with white and crimson throat....... Petfect Beauty — Very large flower ofa tinted white color beautifully spotted with magenta............-..5 . 20 Princeton—Large flaming red, with violet and white mottlings in throat, spikes of great length............« 10 Portland—Rosy-red, penciled darker, mottled throat.... 10 Red Cap—Dwarf pretty bright red........0-.sceeeeeeecvses Rosendale—Lilac-rose, tinged slate-blue...........0sese0s 10

Ruby—Very dark, deepruby red, with bright violet and white mottled in throat. An exceedingly rich color.. 10

Sacramento—Deep. bright coral scarlet, white mottling 25 Sandusky—Carmine red, penciled and flaked darker.... 10 Saratoga—Large, flaming orange-scarlet...........sese0. Salem — Fine salmon-pink, dark maroon blotehes....... Senator Childs — Large, well opened flower, deep glowing red, with enormous white throat............. 20 Sentry—Biush-pink, spotted crimson. Dwarf............. 10 Siboney—Slaty gray, marked and mottled darker......... Splendor—A splendid large flower, of the softest, sweet- est rose color. Large magenta stains with purple and white mottlings...............+6 cpgdncaganusocodse004 Striped Banner — Very tall with long spike. Flowers large and well opened; white, freely marked and Stulpedkd ce pest crimSon\ac-p an iecideelesicleee ce recmeneee 10 Superb—Enormous flower and spike, one of the ver largest: pink, flaked and striped with salmon pin

AMOMMOLUS Tie sitcissttetserereretcrets ADDO DOUEHOO DOD DOO oDeaUDOONSa 30 St. Louis—Very large individual flower of a splendid rose color. Light inside and dark outside ............ 10

Tinted_ White — A yery large flower, well openand a pure white color, beautifully tinted with pale pink... 10 Totonto — Pure white, with distinct violet-crimson stripe in throat .......... sree eens Sereosee anoncce 25 Torch-Light—Very large spike of iarge. light, flaming searlet flowers. Throat mottled and spotted white.. 10 Tuxedo — Fine rose. marbled with crimson, throat showing large white stripes and beautiful mottlings. 25 Variabilis—Enormous size and vigor, standing nearly seven feet high with the largest spike ever seen on any Gladioius. But thisis not the only great merit. The flowers range in color from dull deep pink, flaked, with blue-black, toa solid blue-black color of smoky hue, flaked with pink. Some spikes will be one color and some the other, while flowers of both colors are often seen on the same spike.......... 20 Waukesha—Salmon-pink, shaded lighter inside; large beautiful primrose throat, thickly mottled crimson.. 10 Winthrop—Very bright scarlet. Inside of petals suf- fused with pure white mottlings, and blotches....... 10 Wm. Falconer—Spike of great length and flowers of enormous size Beautiful clear light pink...-......... Wyandanch—Very light red, white throat and white band through each petal...............+. congucosonduange 10

SPECIAL OFFER.

Of the above varieties quoted at 5cts. each we will send any 5 of them for 20c., or 15 for 50c., or the whole 26 five-cent sorts for 80c. :

Of the 10 cent varieties, any 3 for 20c.; 8 for 50c,; or the 40 ten cent varieties for $2,50.

Of the 20c. sorts, any 3 for 50c.;any7 for $1.00; or the 21 twenty cent sorts for $3.00.

Of the 25 cent sorts, any 5 for $1.00, or the 8 for $1.50.

Of the 30c. sorts, any 4 for $1,00; the 13 for $3.00. These were all new last year. One bulb each of the 108 named sorts for.$7.00. MIXED G. CHILDSI—All sorts; 1st size, 40c. ner dozer | $3,00 per 100.

100 JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

dacobean [yily. Amaryllis Regina.

(Am. Formosissima,) , ,phe queenly beauty of this superb Amaryllis has given

There is hardly a flower which has such deep, rich, velve- ESD ee of Regina. or seen oy: ae i aa eae

of ar ae : SE F -. | Winter bloomer also a much to its merit. Bu rge

ty crimson color, a color so intensely brilliant as this. Itis } ana strong, ready to commence growth as soon as potted,

a free bloomer and succeeds welleither in pots orinthe open | and will soon bloom. Flowers very large, wide-open or

ground, and blooms very soon after planting. Few flowers | Spreading shape. ‘Color, soft, light scarlet, with white center

2 alitunivicl s and {beauty of col d it bl s | Or throat. The charming color and beautiful shape of the

can,equal it in richness and jbeauty of color, and it bloom flower makes this one of the choicest of the large and cele- very profusely year after year. 10c. each; 3 for 25c. | brated race of Amaryllis species. 10c. each; 3 for 25¢.

These two superb Amaryllis grow aud blossom elegantly in the open ground as well as in pots. Try them by all means, 3

VALOTTA PURPUREA.

Valotta Purpurea.

A well known and highly prized bulb (of the Amaryllis family) for pot culture, producing very rich clusters of most beautiful and bril- liant fowers. Light scarlet. It is a glorious thing that has lately become exceedingly scarce, Fine bulbs, 25¢e. each ; 3 for 60c.

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AMARYLLIS BELLADONNA.

gqimaryllis Belladonna.

‘This is a well known and fine flowering bulb of_the Amaryllis family, 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 later in the summer atter the leaves haye died down, The flower stalk grows up very quickly and is soon crowned with an immense cluster of sweet and delicate yet large lily-like flowers. Color light pink or blush. 20c. each; 3 for 50c.

(Cooperia J)rummondi.

This bulb belongs tothe Amaryllis family, and can either be grown in pots or open ground. | 3 flowers are borne on stems 10 to 15 inches high, and are pro- fusely borne. They have a saying in Texas that the Cooperia blooms after every rainstorm. Certainly its flowers spring up as if by magic repeatedly through the season. Color, pure white. Bulbs, large and strong, 5c. each; 6 for 25c.

COOPERIA.

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Grinums.

Stately plants with bulbs of enormous size and strength which produce large blossoms in immense clusters with most delicate colors and superb fragrance. Fine for pots or the garden in summer.

Ornatum — Very rare and su- premely beautiful. Flowers ofimmense size, almost as large as an Auratum Lily. Color, pure white, with a deep band of brightest, richest crimson through center of each petal. Orchids only can equal this flower in supreme beauty and contrast of color- ing. Flowers very fragrant and borne in great clusters. Strong bulbs, 7c. each.

SS, Moorei—Flowers borne in fine, large clusters, and are exceed- ingly beautiful and fragrant. Color a most delicate, yet bright and beautiful pink. It possesses a degree of loveli- ness which cannot be deserib- ed. Fine bulbs, 75e. each.

Kirki—This produces a large, round bulb, which grows. ‘to

weigh as much as ten pounds. Itis of the easiest culture, and sure to succeed with every- one. Its flowers are large, and like a most beautiful Lily. borne in immense clusters at the top of the stout scapes. Color. soft. delicate blush, with a scarlet bar through the center of each petal, and very sweet scented, 30¢. each.

One each Of the 3 for $1,50.

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A TN ) ClhLIDANTHUS FRAGRANS

Chlidanthus Fragrans.

The blooming of this new bulb with us last season was a revelation of beauty. It is much like an Amaryllis, with a strong bulb, which starts growth and bloom as soon as potted, The flowers are borne in clusters of 4to 6 and are in color the brightest golden yellow. and such fragrance! Strong and delicious without being in any way rank or offensive as is the case with many highly scented flowers. Two or three spikes of these exquisite large _yellow blossoms are produced at each blooming period. Pot the bulbs at any time winter or spring and they will soon be in bloom. A truly magnificent thing. Strong bulbs, 10c. each; 3 for 25c. ; 12 for 85¢e,

We make a specialty of Bulbs, and grow vast quantities of them which we not only retail, but supply to the wholesale trade all over the world, Therefore those who purchase from us are sure to get the very finest stock, for we are head- quarters for the world’s supply in most kinds.

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a hemones—(For Spring Planting.) This strain of Anemones succeed best when planted (not in the fall as usual) but very early in spring in some partly shaded situation. They will soon be up and blooming and if not allowed to suffer too much from dry weather will make a most excellent show. They possess a beautiful range of very fine colors, such as brilliant scarlet, red, blue, rose, striped, carnation, ete. For pot culture they are very fine in- deed. The time has now come for Anemones to be grown extensively. Few bulbs are more Satisfactory, the large, showy blossoms being so very attractive. Double Mixed—All colors. 2 for5e.; 20e. per dozen. Single Mixed—A]l colors. 3 for 5c,;15¢e. per dozen. Double Chrysanthemum Fiowered:—Flowers like Japa-

nese Chrysanthemums; large, full and of fine colors. Mixed. 3 for 10c.; 12 for 30e.

Double St. Bridge—A splendid new_strain. Fine large

double flowers of various colors. Mixed. 3 for 10c.; 12 for 30c. Seed 10¢. per pkt. This sort grows and flowers very quickly from seed, See page 38.

Madeira Vine.

A rapid growing vine. covering @ large space in a short time. Fleshy, heart-shaped leaves of a light green, and in Jate summer numerous race- mes of feathery flowers of powerful and _ delicious fragrance. A very beauti- ful and popular vine, which succeeds admirably everywhere and should be extensively planted, being so very cheap, quick of growth, beautiful and fragrant. 5¢. each; 3 for 10c,; 12 for 30e.

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avayi. A grand new plant for the garden, having a large tuber- ous root somewhat like a Dahlia. The foliage appears in great spreading fern-like fronds, and is highly ornamental, The flowers are borne on stems two feet tall, and are of large size like a beautiful Gloxinia, and of a deep rich rose

color. Blooms nearly all summer, and is certainly a glorious thing. 25c. each; 5 for $1.00.

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Spring Ranunculus.

These from spring planted bulbs give most astonishing

results. Plant very early, in partial shade, and water liber- aliy, and in a few weeks you will have a show of large double flowers, which even Roses cannot surpass. We know of no other low-priced bulb that is so perfectly magnificent. Their long, wiry stems fit them admirably for cutting, and for late spring bedding they have few equals. They bear the most lovely flowers imaginable—pink, white, black, yellow, red, blush and variegated, each about two inches in diameter, ae as double and as perfectly imbricated as a Dahlia or

ose, Mixed—All colors, 2 for 5c.; 12 for 25¢.] Mont Blanc—Pure white. Fire Ball—Bright scarlet, Apollo—Finest yellow. Black Turban—Coal black.

5c. each; the 4 for 15¢.; 35c. per doz,

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SS ; = : Ghilds’ d Flowering © (,hbilds’ Grand Flowering (,annas. _ These are now the most popular and most magnificent of all summer blooming plants for brilliant bedding and mass- ing, and are among the very finest of all pot plants, either for summer or winter blooming. The following named sorts are the very best of the new and better known large flowering Dwarf varieties, We have selected these varieties after careful

tests of hundreds of sorts, and our. customers can rely upon them as being the most magnificent and desirable in every respect, combining large flowers of great brillianey with beautiful foliage, free blooming and easy growing qualities.

. ' Red Cross—A splendid sort.3 feet high, with most beau-

12 Prize (Cannas. | tiful rich purple-hlack foliage. In this respect it equals Black Beauty. and is surely a grand ornamental foliage

plant. Added to this it produces great flaming scarlet

Alsaise—A glorious grower, 4 feet, with large panicles of clusters of immense perfect blossoms. One of the largest, bloom. Spikes full, dense, and producing early and con- brichtest and richest colored flowers to be found among tinuously, Color, lovely creamy_white, the nearest to a Cannas. pure white yet seen among the Cannas. Gioriosa—Large flower, dwarf grower. Intense crimson

Florence Vaughan—The queen of the fancy spotted varie- petals, finely bordered with mottling and spotting of ties. Flowers of enormous size, petals exceedingly crimson and yellow.

broad and of perfect shane. Color, bright canary-yellow Flamingo—Sunerb. dark, rich scarlet. Very showy.

thickly spotted with vivid searlet._ 4 feet. Crimson Bedder—Fine crimson; superb bedder, Paul Marquant—Sajmon, shaded red. 342 feet. Price, very strong roots, sure to grow, 2c. each; 3 for 50c.;7 for Miami —A distinct and rare color. seldom seen in any flower, $1.00; 1 each of the 12 sorts Jor $1.60.

and Suey, new in Cannas. Rich bronze orange. Flower iwgee and. peri t

Variegata-Mapnificant large flowers, yellow spotted brown- Mixed Cannas—For Large Show Beds.

red, resembling Florence Vaughan, but much larger and A mixture of the finest dwarf large flowering kinds which far better. As to size of flower and petal, it is one of the | yi] co well together, and make a most magnificent bed or very largest known. Foliage very ornamental. being | border of bright colors. We can thoroughly recommend this we Musa-like, and Se lly striped and varie- | mixture. for we know that it will give the greatest results. gated. In every respectit is fine. rice. by express. § ed s, 60e. p » =

Floral Park New last year. A superb sort, of eompact Price, by express. strong roots, 60¢e. per dozen; $4.00 per 100. growth, and large clusters of very large blossoms. Color (Ja Q na Seed. a rich orange salmon, very odd and distinct. é

Pacific Beauty—Very lheavy, black foliage, often finely Cannas grow freely from seed and flower finely the first striped and variegated, Flowers orange crimson, much | season. the color and size of Mrs. Kate Gray. A truly magnificent | New Hybrids—Choice hand saved seed from the grandest

sort. and one that will be the center of attraction. new Hybrid varieties. Seedlings bloom in two to three Clara Barton—Without the slightest hesitation. we pro- months. Will give magnificent results. 20c. per nkt.

nounee this the finest flowering Canna yet introduced, | Fine Mixed—A magnificent strain of all colors, and finest

and the only one with a good, bright clear pink color. flowers, 10e. per pkt.

Plant very dwarf and compact, about two feet high, with For other Canna seed, see page 38.

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bloom, which rise just to the top of the foliage. Flowers THE MAYFLOWER for March, 1903, tells all about Cannas

very large, wide-petaled, and perfect in shape; and of a | and theireculture, A very thorough treatise. Price, only 5c. most beautiful clear, bright pink color. per copy.

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TYPE OF ITALIAN CANNA,

Jtalian Gannas or Giant Gladiolus Flowered.

These are tall, luxuriant growers, with magnificent foliage and large clusters of gigantic blossoms the size of fine Lilies, or Gladiolus. Colors truly gorgeous, Allemania—Enormous flower. 6 inches across, petals, 244 in-

ches wide. Bright yellow and orange-crimson, beauti-

fully spotted, and variegated.

Austria—Enormous flowers, beautiful canary yellow witha

silvery hue. inside slightly dotted with red. Both in foliage and flower these two Cannas are grand.

Chatittauqua—Intense scarlet blossoms of great size, and dark colored foliage,

Nelson—Size of Allemania, bright canary yellow, with but few small dots in throat. Grandest yellow Canna.

Burbank—Fnormous flowers, beautiful canary-yellow. Both in foliage and flower it is grand. 5 feet.

Italia—Flowers very large, each petal 4 to 5 inches, and most beautifully colored. Brightest searlet, with a broad yellow border, irregularly blotched and spotted. 5 feet.

Price 20c. each; the 6 for $1.00; or $1.50 per dozen.

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This is the finest foliage Canna yet seen, with enormous Musa-like leaves .3x5 feet, of a dark green, bronze-tinged color, the edge of the leaves being beautifully banded with bronze-purple. In size and beauty of foliage it is a revela- tion. and makes a clump or single specimen plant for the ’ lawn which no other foliage plant ean approach. Attains a height of eight feet, beautiful and symmetrical at every - Stage of growth. Extra strong roots, 20c, each; 3 for 50c.: 1 for $1.00.

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(Canna [;ittle Gem.

This is the dwarfest Canna that has yet been introduced- Color, bright. orange-searlet, with a slight gold band about some ofthe petals. The plant grows only about eight to twelve inches high, but the panicles of bloom are as large and fine as those found in varieties growing much larger. It is, therefore, a perfect beauty as_a pot plant. and for

. edging beds of taller growing Cannas it is indispensable. A most valuable Canna. 15c. each, 5 for 60c.

JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

GIANT FLOWERING CALADIUM.

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: These garden Caladiums are a- S mong the most ornamental and effect- ive plants for lawn and bedding that == can possibly be had. All free, rapid Ss and easy growers, making a truly = tropical effect in a very short time.

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OPYRICK™ feet long, 2 to 24 feet broad; perfectly immense, ‘bright, glossy green with metallic lustre, and make a plant which for tropical luxuriance has no equal. Added to this wonderful foliage effect are the mammoth lily-like blossoms; snow-white, changing to cream, with a rich and exquisite fragrance so powerful as to perfume a whole garden. As many as 6 to 12 flowers rise successively from the base of each leaf-stalk, and are borne on stems eighteen inches high. One flower is sufficient to perfume a large room with a most de- licious aroma. They need lots of heat, so plant in full sun. 30c, each: 4 for $100: 10 for $2.00. ee:

Red Branched—This is much like the Giant Flowering in all respects. except the stems of all the Jeaves are a rich purple-red color, and the leaves dark purplish-green and exceedingly handsome. In size of Jeafand stately habit it is the finest of all Caladiums, while its rich color makes it a most beautiful and_conspicuous foliage plant. It makes a solid bulb, like Esculentum, that_is easily wintered in a dry state, like a Gladiolus. For orna- mental bedding, or forsingle specimens, itis truly grand, and we Cannot say enough in its praise. Dry bulbs, 30c. each; 4 for $1.00; 10 for $2,00.

Esculentum—A grand, sub-tropical plant, growing four feet high, and bearing immense. shield-shaped leaves of the smoothest, richest green. Extra fine for groups or single specimens upon the Jawn, or as borders to tropi- eal beds. or to plant at the margins of ornamental eels ete. Give plenty of water. 15¢c. each; $1.50 per aozen.

Hyacinthus Candicans-

A species of Hyacinth which blossoms during Augustand September, growing three to five feet high, with spikes of pure white flowers two feet in length. The bulbs are large, round and solid, and throw up large flower stems which are gigantic spikes of thimble-shaped white blossoms. Planted in the spring they bloom in August, September and October, strong bulbs producing two, three and even four flower stems. A bed of a dozen or more bulbs produces a grand effect. A few planted in the center of a bed of Verbenas, Petunias or other flowers make a beautiful display. They contrast elegantly with Gladiolus. Planted anywhere, sin- gly or in clumps, they are magnificent. For a cemetery nothing ean be more beautiful or appropriate and nothing thrives better in any situation. Strong bulbs sure to bloom 10¢e. each; 3 for 25e. ; 12 for 75e.

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Milla Biflora.

The flowers are ee Ste need a stems. .is beautiful, es 1 i See Lue Gn HAO pecially for cutting, as it lasts a upon this lovely flower.

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Gyclobothra Flava.

Narrow grassy foliage and a constant bloomer. FI 3 ; owers bell-shaped, bright yellow dotted brown. Very graceful and in every respect a perfect gem. In many ways it closely re- eombieea ie Sunes Gecmertus OE Oe Ey Like Milla L SSOr: 1s easily grown in the o like a Gladiolus. 6¢e. each: 3 for 1oc. : 12 for 356, NS Vi

Bessera Elegans.

Flower stems from one to two feet high, bearing loose umbels of beautiful, drooping seaslet and white flowers. A charming Zbouquet flower. Few flowers present such graceful beauty while growing in a natural state or when eut. With Milla Biflora this makes a most lovely contrast. and they are two of the finest flowering bulbs we have ever grown. 5c. each; 3 for 10c. ; 12 for 35e.

SPECIAL OFFER OF THESE THREE GEMS.

Though entirely distinct from each other, we class these three jine bulbs together, as their habit is somewhat alike. They can all be grown either as pot plants or in the open ground, They are very effective when grown in clumps or masses and are very profuse and long blooming. Haxceedingly fine for cutting. Gems of real grace ‘and beauty. 1 each of the 3 for 10c, 12 of each for $1.00,

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DARLIA: ae Superb Show Pahlias.

These Dahlias, of recent introduction, are, in our esti- mation, the finest in cultivation.

Floral Park Jewel—Flowers of many colors, from deep maroon to blush white, including beautiful spotted and variegated forms, are borne in great profusion on the same plant at the same time. In fact a plant will hardly ever produce two flowers alike. Blush-white, eream-maroon, white suffused with maroon, maroon suffused with-white, crimson red, purple spotted, marked or marbled white, spotted, marbled and striped with maroon, pink, crimson, or several colors suffused in an odd and irregular way. The exceeding beauty ofa plant loaded with flowers and each one of a different color can be better imagined than described. The blossoms are perfectly double, large and of a perfect shape, and borne by the hundred.

Clifford W. Bruton—The finest pure yellow decorative Dahlia. Of immense size, 5 to 8 inches in diameter; full Chrysanthemum form, and double to the center. A strong, vigorous grower, and an extremely profuse bloomer, for so large a flower.

Zulu—The black Dahlia. A large double flower of fine form and jet black color. A great novelty. :

Mary D. Hallock—Large double and extra fine in every respect. Bright yellow.

Pure White—A strong vigorous grower, and extra free bloomer. _Large double snow-white. é

Nymphea—Like a lovely pink Water Lily. Extremely beautiful and novel. It is a great and persistent bloomer all through the season, and its charming Water Lily-like

_ blossoms are grand.

Fire King—Or Giant Cardinal. An enormous double Dahlias of great beauty and richness of color and per- fection of form. Color rich cardinal.

Belle of Springfield—A lovely little Pompon very compact _and free. Color scarlet.

Prince Charming—Light color, freely penciled, and suffused heavily, tipped purple-rose. A splendid Pompon. Very double and perfect.

Electric Giant—A very large. double and showy Dahlia. Flowers perfect in every particular. Color glowing salmon-red, tinted violet.

Price, 50c, each; 4 for $1.00;

Mixed fP)abtias. We can supply large fleld-grown tubers of 25 finest

Dahlias (mixed) at $1.00 per dozen, by mail or express. Larger tubers can be sent by express than by mail.

the 10 for $2.00.

Dahlia Seed.

Good Dahlias can be grown from seed, and plants will bloom the first season from seed. Anyone who can raise a Zinnia or Morning Glory ean grow a Dahlia from seed They are remarkably easy to germinate and from the very seed leaf the plantsare stocky and sturdy. Seed sown in the house in March or April will produce flowering plants as soon as plants grown from tubers.

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These are not the ordinary form of Cactus Dahlias, but a new Strain, with blossoms of enormous size, perfectly form- ed and double to the center. Some have wide; flat petals, others have petals quilled at the ends and flat in the middle,

' Many of them renfind one of magnificent Japanese Chrysan- themums. In color they represent a varied brillianey and richness not before seen in Dahlias; intense scarlet, delicate pinks, snow-whites, and tinted forms, straw color, lemon and orange-yellow, dark maroons almost black, with a

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and variegated; in fact all colors and combinations, These wonderful new Dahlias grow very easily from seed or cut- tings, and flower in a remarkably short time, and make beautiful pot or garden plants. Ascut flowers for vases or any sort of decoration these Dahlias are positively the fin- est things in cultivation. Without seeing them no one can realize how graceful and beautiful they are as a cut flower,

Anna Liese—Bright royal purple with blue cast. Elegant.

Countess of Londsdale — Extra large. double and fine, Peeuliar shade of salmon-red.

Du Fer—Exquisite pink. Flower like a Japanese Chrys- anthemum.

Green’s White—Exira large and double. White.

Paul Kruger —Single wide rich maroon petals, with an inner row of white ones. Perfectly fine.

Progenitor—Intense scarlet, deep and velvety. Exceeding- ly showy.

Sylvia—Beautiful lavender.

Serpentina—Deep violet rose.

Sunray-—-Exquisite lemon-yellow.

Transvaal—Rich dark velvety maroon

Thuringia—Bright salmon,

Victor Scheffel—Bright pink.

Fine tubers, 30c, each; &£ for $1.00; 12 for $2,765. Besides these we ean supply 25 other named sorts. MIXED BULBS.

A fine lot of mixed bulbs or green plants, embracing all the finest sorts and colors, 5 for $1.00; 12 for $2,00, SEED.

Plants from seed flower in a few months. finest strain mixed seed at 20c. per pkt.

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Phedranassa (,loriosa.

The flowers are borne in pendulous clusters, and an odd mingling of colors: ‘green, orange, scarlet, etc. Always admired, for it is a very odd and exceedingly interesting plant. The clust- ers of fine, drooping blos- soms are entirely unlike any other species of Amaryllis. It is a fine garden bulb, growing and flowering free- ly with treatment likea Gladiolus. loc. each; 3 for

25¢.

The Great [smene.

(Ismene Calathena Grandifiora.)

Those who are familiar with the true Giant Ismene, can- not say enough in praise of its beauty and purity. The flowers are of very large size, like an Amaryllis, novel form and of snowy whiteness, and are also exceedingly fragrant. | Itis really one of the most lovely of all the great Amaryllis | tribe, having a peculiar grandeur which one can appreciate at sight but cannot describe. Bulbs are large and strong, and begin to flower in two or three weeks after planting, sending up tall flower stems, which beargeveral of its mag- nificent. blossoms. As a pot pee it iS grand. and as a

of all flowers. Do not fail to try it. It will more than please you, for it is superior to the Bermuda Easter Lily as a flow- ering bulb. 20c. each; 3 for 50c.; 7 for $1.00; 15 for $2.00.

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Crocosmzflora—Deep orange and red. Rosea—Fine rose.

Sulphurea—Bricht, deep sulphur-yellow, Transcendent—Red and yellow, veryibright.

5 Fi Pil —Fi nge, Gerbe d’Or—Golden-yellow, crimson brown center. ee ages Bee one lo ean Loc. per doz. Talisman—Dark scarlet. Mixed Sorts—All kinds, 25c. per doz,; $1.50 per 100.

New [)warf Montbretia, “Pure [;emon.”

A splendid new Montbretia of a dwarf, compact and very free flowering habit, loaded at alltimes with splendid clusters of bloom which are of a bright pure lemon yellow color. Exceedingly showy. 3 for 10c.; 12 for 35c.

JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, FLORAL PARK, N. Y.

Summer Flowering Oxalis.

No bulb is so valuable for edging the borders of walks or flower beds as the beautiful flowering Oxalis. When planted three inches apart they produce an unbroken row of elegant foliage and pretty flowers; and as they bloom quickly after planting they furnisha neat and attractive bord- er the whole season. They are also splendid when planted

in a mass, and make avery showy bed, The bulbs, which ia} are the sizé of peas, or larger, can be planted the “first of 1° WIG May, or perhaps earlier. and will bloom the first of June. M exiCa ha. SSM \ No flower is easier grown than this. as they are sure to suc- Thishasalargetuberous (sae

ceed in all soils and situations. They are also charming | root that can be preserved When grown in pots and make a very attractive mass of fine | overwinter like theDahlia, foliage and gay flowers. They can be planted in this way | and it gives the planta strong

at any time during the winterorspring, and will commence | and early start eachspring. Very blooming at once. Every bulb will grow and flower finely. | handsome and graceful, airy fo-

Dieppi—Pure white; very fine. liage, deeply incised or palmated. Ce" Lasandria—Fine rosy-pink, beautiful cut foliage. The blossoms are of an indescrib- Y Shamrock—TLovely cloyer-like foliage and pink blossoms. able, rosy crimson, with a shadow "4 Mixed Colors—Several sorts. of violet or blue, very beautiful, . : Price of bulbs, 10c. per dozen; 25 for 15¢.; 100 for 40¢.; | Tesembling rich satin. A grand 4B 500 for $1 50: 1,000 for $9.50. vine for a conservatory in winter as well

iolus, and will produce a wonderful profusion cf blooms. | iS the grandest of all Howering vines. ©

Mammoth Bulbs—These bulbs are nearly as largeasGlad- | 25 for open ground insSummer. In factit £7 i c 5c. each; 8 for 10c.; 12 for 35e. 25c. each ; 5 for $1.00. eZ S

Queen |rily.

A fine new plant withla bulb somewhat like a small

1 Tuberose. The foliage is exceedingly beautiful and of tropical appearance, \ leaves being large and SY paddie-shaped. The flow- ers are borne on a strong seape, which rises from the center of the plant, ana are in the form off cockade, Color exceedingly delicate,

white and pink, with orange center. A beautiful and novel plant, which blooms in August and September, and makes a fine pot plant as well as a fine garden plant. Fine bulbs, 1é5e. each; 3 for 40c.

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PHRYNIUM VARIEGATUM,

Phrynium Variegatum.

_ An elegant pot or bedding plant, which is faithfully de- picted in the accompanying cut, though it conveys no idea of the exquisite variegations of the leaves, Its manner of growth is much like that of a Canna, the leaves borne on erect foot-stalks, with spreading blades of oblong Janceolate form. They are bright, pale-green, beautifully variegated with white and gold, the variegation being extremely diver- sified. In some leaves the whole area is white, in others only one-half, in others again it is confined to the interspaces between two or three of the ribs, while in others it is reduced to a few stripes. It is very free growing, and one of the most ornamental plants imagiuable. As a pot plant it sur- passes the best Palms, and can be compared only to some of the rare Dracenas. Asa bedding plant, planted out in full sun, it is simply elegant, making a specimen which for orna- mental foliage has no equal. Itis a free, vigorous and easy grower, succeeding in all situations, and under all condi- tions. 20c. each;3 for 60c.;7 for $1.00; 16 for $2.00.

Rare Arums.

_ Grand and highly interesting bulbs of easy growth and gigantic flowers. \ ’ Simlense—A rare and curious garden bulb. with odd flow-

ers and luxuriant Palm-like foliage. The spathe of its

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two feet in length, with tapering point andis of very large size. Color of bloom, greenish choco-

late on outside, inside yellow, spotted with purple. Foliage yery

Jarge, luxuriant like a Palm.

Rivieri—A large and easily grown- bulb which has very ornamental foliage and a coal black flower which is of enormous size, generaly not less than two feet in length. It is a great oddity and

attracts every observer: The flower usually ap- pears soon after the bulb is potted, and before the foliage starts.

Guttatum —Luxuriant grower like Simlense, with enormous blossoms of a beautiful pink shade, finely spotted. Called “Monarch of the East.”

Fine bulbs 25c. each; the 3 for 60c,

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VN NM New Spider [y,ily.

This grand new Spider Lily forms. large, imposing clumps. that are a mass of clustered heads of pure white. fragrant flowers. The flowers have a peculiar and striking beauty, which must be seen to be appreciated. The flowers are borne in large custers, are of waxy whiteness and unsurpassed fragrance. More beautiful than most of the high-priced Lilies. An extra choice garden flower which we cannot too strongly reeommend. Alsoa fine pot plant. Fine flowering bulbs, 20c. each; 3 for 50c.

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Ghilds’ Superior ‘[tuberoses.

The one flower the rich man must have and the poor can- not do without. We alllove its massive spikes, thick, waxen blooms of rich, creamy whiteness, and its deep, delicious fragrance. How often has this sweet flower, that might have bloomed in Paradise. been placed upon the cold forms of those whose spirits have gone to fairer flelds. We have made our prices very low, that every flower lover may enjoy their peerless beauty. For open ground culture, plant about the middle of May. Give them rich soil, in full sun, and keep free from weeds. and they will bloom finely. Plant a good big lot of them for cutting, and if you will pot those which are in bud about the time frost is expected, they wil! bloom elegantly in pots for a long time; often till Christmas.

Excelsior Pearl—First introduced by us years ago. It is the finest bloomer of all Tuberoses: habit dwarf, flower stalks short, spikes and blossoms enormous in size and very double and fragrant. The finest for pots as well as for the garden. Large select bulbs, 6c. each:3 for 15c; 12 for 50¢, ; 100 for $3.00.

Tall Double—The old popular variety. Splendid for the open ground. 5c. each; 5 for 20c,; 12 for 40c.

New Variegated—The leaves of this variety are bordered with creamy white; flowers single but very large and of exquisite fragrance. Bulbs continue to grow and bloom year after year. it makes.a most magnificent plant. | It

blooms several weeks earlier than the other sorts, which

greatly adds to its value. 10¢. each: 3 for 20e.; 12 for 75e.

Single Orange Scented—A fine sort, bearing very early in

the season large spikes of beautiful single oran e-like blossoms. Very fragrant. 10e. each; 3 for 20¢. ; 12 jor 75c.

One bulb each of above four rte 25e.; or 5 of each for 60¢c.

Giant Tigridias.

One of the most showy of all summer bulbs, and blooms from midsummer until frost, growing two feet high, with large wide-open triangular blooms, four to six inches across. The colors and markings are very brilliant and peculiarly odd and attractive, and clumps of them in the border have

a most gorgeous effect. It is difficult to name a flower of such unique and exquisite beautyasa Tigridia, the superb spotting being’so self-like and handsome. They are easily grown and always more than satisfactory. One cannot with- out seeing them realize how truly beautiful they are. The named sorts we offer are truly immense, some of them be- ing quite new, Our Tigridias are all California grown and are extra larve strong bulbs that will give grand flowers.

Canariensis—Fine bright yellow. Conchiflora—Yellow, spotted orange. Grandiflora Alba—White, fine crimson spots Speciosa—Deep red, fine purple spots. Rosea—Magnificent rosy pink. Immaculate—Pure white without spots.

10c. each; the 6 for 50c.

Grandiflora Hybrids Mixed—Grand new strain of mam- moth size, and a great variety of splendid colors. These will give unbounded satisfaction. Bulbs of mammoth size, Grown in California. 3 for 20c.; 12 for 60c.

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“SULPHUREA”

Zephy ranthes. The Zephyr flowers, or Fairy Lilies, are gems of rare beauty; and when planted either in pots or the open ground they produce very beautiful Lily-like flowers nearly all summer. Though some of the varieties are old, they are not generally known or seen in cultivation owing to the fact that they have never been properly and thoroughly, introduced. When once grown they are always grown, for they are one of the prettiest and easiest grown flowers it is possible to have. They are of a lovely section of the great and popularAmaryllis family. For pot culture plant three or four in a 5 or 6-inch pot and they will

COPYRIGHT, I E tC , 1900 bloom beautifully. For the garden plant in spring and lift them in the fall, like syJ.L.GILDS, Gladiolus. We offer here several new sorts of great beauty, which makes a col- lection of 8 superb kinds. Those who plant them, either in pots or the open

ground, will be delighted with them.

Rosea—Beautiful clear rose: flowers large and very handsome. One of the oldest and best; blooms all summer.

Sulphurea—(GIANT FLOWERED). This produces flowers as large as large Ama- ryllis, and on stems 15 to 24 inches in height. One of the clearest and finest shades of yellow we ever saw. The shape of the flower is perfection itself. It is one of the choicest gems in the bulb line. : 4

Atamasco—This is. in all respects, much like Rosea, except in color, which is pure white. Flowers large and very beautiful. A cheap but magnificent sort.

Floribunda—It bears its flowers usually in pairs, two on one stem. It is very beautiful, being of a rich golden yellow, and exceedingly sweet-scented, its perfume being unlike any Other flower we ever saw.

Candida—Pure white and a very free bloomer, :

Andersoni—A little beauty, its flowers being smaller than the others; beautiful

i ! tulip-shaped, and orange yellow in color.

New Pink—A lovely new sort with light pink-or blush tinted flowers.

Verecunda—A new very free flowering Zephyranthes of great beauty. Fine white, tinged red outside.

Price, 5c. each; the 8 for $0c.; 3 each of the 8 for 80c. Any sort at 40c. per dozen,

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BULBOUS VINES. ETC.

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[pomea Pan HARDY TUBEROUS-ROOTED MOONFLOWER. This will stand a year’s drouth without a murmur. An immense subterranean root weighing sometimes a hun- dred pounds, sustains the vine through any vicissitude of weather until frost kills the vine to the ground, Each year it springs up stronger than before, until it becomes a large luxuriant vine, clothed with a luxuriant growth of pretty cordate leaves, and bearing great quantities, yes, thousands of large, thick-textured waxy flowers ofa rich creamy-white, with a throat of violet-purple. It will grow in any soil, no matter how poor, and its blossoms remain open all day, un- like other Ipomceas. It is perfectly hardy in any climate,

and a vine which will cover an enormous amount of space, 25¢. each; 5 for $1.00.

ga pios JTuberosa or Tuberous-Rooted Wistaria.

A valuable hardy tuberous-rooted climber closely re- sembling the common Wistaria in vine and foliage and having clusters of rich. deep purple flowers, which have a strong delicious violet fragrance. Plant the bulbs near a trellis, tree, fence, or any place where you may wish a elimber. They grow toa great height, and bloom profusely. The bulbs are perfectly hardy, and should not be taken up

Over winter. It issure to give great satisfaction. If possible, plant two or three bulbs near together, to produce a greater _mass of vines and flowers. 10c. each; 3 for 20¢c.;7 for 650c.; 15 for $1.00.

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A lovely bulbous vine, which stands the winter unpro- tected anywhere, and makes a beautiful growth year after year with an abundance of bright yellow flowers, bell-shaped like a Cobaea. Plant bulbs anywhere, and the vines may be allowed to trail over the ground, in which case they make a fine carpet of foliage and flowers. For training on sticks

or lattice work it is splendid, growing about the height of a 20¢e. each;

Sweet Pea. 3 for 50e.

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CINNAMON VINE.

Ginnamon Vine.

A pretty, hardy vine, with edible roots and neat, glossy

cordatefoliage. In midsummer it bears clusters of tiny but exceedingly fragrant flowers, with an odor like cinna- mon. A very pretty vine to train over a small trellis, or around a window. Makes a strong, rapid and luxuriant growth every year. 2for6c.; 5for10e; 12 for 20e. Year old roots 10¢, each; 3 for 25c.

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Affine Ornamental Grass which grows from a small bulb that may be planted in the spring and lifted again in autumn like a Gladiolus. Of easy culture, one bulb form- ing a dense clump of beautiful striped, green and white and pink foliage. It blooms, towards the endiof summer, produc. ing pretty plumes, but the foliage itself, which keeps fresh all the season, is its most ornamental part. Being so very cheap we trust all will try it. 3 bulbs for 10c.; 12 for 30c.

The brush cannot paint or the pen portray the exquisite peg and delicacy, yet magnificent grandeur of the stately ily. Itis the plus ultra of floral | benety: and we urge our friends to each year add a few Lilies to their collection. No other flower will so adorn our homes when in bloom, and they constantly improve after planting. We feel sure if our readers could see a good collection of from 20 to 40 different sorts in bloom they would never rest until they had a good- ly number of theirown. Asarule Lilies are of the easiest cultivation, especially the wht which have been care- fully selected as the re hardiest, handsomest, and in every respect the best. The Mayflower of October, 1903, describes some 200 varieties of Lilies, and gives full cultural direc- tions. Price 5c, per copy. Each. Auratum Common—(THE GOLDEN BANDED LILY OF JAPAN)—Ivory-white, spotted crimson, and a broad golden band through center of each petal........-.-- 20 Auratum Macranthum — A very robust form, with large, broad-petaled flowers of smooth ivory-white- ness, a broad golden band through each petal. and numerous golden spois. A grand beauty........+++++- 15 Atiratum Rubro Vittatum—A very distinct flower of enormous size, of frosted whiteness. with a dee blood-red baud through the center of each petal, and the whole flower thickly dotted with crimson spots. The contrast of colors in the Lily, together with its great size and matchless form, make it mar- velously beautiful...- 2-20... 2.00. -secene sees ss eeeens ae 100 Atratum Virginale—Colors only yellow and white, both spots and bands being yellow, One ft. across. Grand, 1 00 Brownii—A grand Lily, but very rare. The large wax- like flowers are chocolate-purple on the outside, snow-white on the inside, Stamens a rich chocolate

brown. Blossoms large and trumpet-shaped........ 60 Bermuda Easter Lily—The best of all Lilies for the

house: sure to bloom. Snow-white waxen trumpets

of large size and superb beauty. Very fragrant....- 20 Batemanni—Rich apricot. Very handsome...--«+.+.+-+ 20 Chalcedonicum—Nodding recurved blooms in large

clusters. Intense scarlet. Very Sot | eoeen nceeeceees 75 Canadense—A fine bell-shaped flower, light orange-

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JoDd0000 Relsetoeplicieisteiierieleteiteee cemeteries nd UU Parryi—One of the very rarest, chuicestand most beau- Elegant for pot culture as well as or the garden. Flowers partly trumpet-shaped, like arrisi, and of a golden-yellow color. very eep and xceedingly fragrant and blooms early. For i ill rival Harrisi, its rich golden color and graceful form makin s it a most unique companion to that popular variety. It is s ire to sue= ae f ceed well in pots with the same treatment. and when Lilies to bloom. Mixed, many fine colors, $1.00 doz.. 10 in bloom it will be found to be the most beautiful of - Bicolor—A very showy early Lily. Large flowers the two. though not quite so large.........ssseeeceee ss 50 of a bright red flushed with orange. Striking....... 10 | Parvum—Flowers 2 to 6—drooning, and fine salmon- _E. Leonard Joerg—Light vellow, spotted black; grand. 15 Morne HOO soa seoh psanoeacsdieosacagoboocaes aouddce : 35 | Parviflorum—A lovely miniature Pardalinum with frag- 20 NAN UMLO WORSE semen ie aeeee sence rene naae Sognoonoeen 35 20 | Pyrenaiceum—A stately, pyramidal Lily with great 40 quantities of handsome drooping flowers which are 380 deeply recurved. Clear yellow spotted with black... 35 omponium—Grows two or three feet high, bearing large nodding clusters of brilliant scarlet Lilies,..... 35

Szovitzianum—One of the very finest as well as the rarest of all Lilies. Icis impossible to describe its wonderful beauty. Color, clear lemon-yellow with black dots in throat. The petals are thick and heavy,d looking as though they were moulded from pure wax. Easily grown; blooms early and abundantly......... 75

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‘Excelsum—This beautiful Lily is a near relative of Can- didum, being like it in bulb, foliage and growth, the flowers being a little different in shapeand of a rich apricot-yellow color. It is fragrant and one of the ; most exquisitely beautiful of all Lilies................ Giganteum—The giant Lily, growing seven feet high Shee with immense heads of beautifully tinted bloom.... 1 00 Hansoni—Three feet, with flowers in a loose spike. Very early to start and flower. Rich orange, dotted brown, EOSOaNGIScanleti areas ssl. A Secs Humboildti Magni

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Wallacei—This Lily is very floriferous, each bulb throw- ing up from 4 to 5 flower stems, each one of which is crowned with 8 to 10 beautiful upright blossoms, of a delicate, bright apricot color. It is very perfect in form and a most desirable sort. 12 for 50¢c......... 5

Washingtonianum—A greatly improved form with smaller bulb and larger flowers. Color, pure white, Ue shaped, grows 4to8 feet high and is truly a erand SIP, e-kateeeaeseene ns ceases as nh on akes ne binet 40

Wash. Purpuratum—A robust, hardy form, with a pro- fusion of purple tinted flowers.............. paesnn ccocnse 40

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Par dalinum—(LeoparpD Lity)—Rich searlet and yellow flowers, spotted with rich brown. Robust and free flowering. A superb Lily. and one which will give the greatest possible satisfaction, Succeeds in all situations. No garden complete without it........... 15

Superbum—Three to six feet high, flowers from five to forty, nodding, brilliant orange-red; dDloomsin July. 15

Tigrinum, fi. pl.—(DouBLE TIGER Lity)—This is a plant ofstately habit, growing from 4 to 5 feet high; foliage is dark green and very long, bearing an immense number of double, bright orange-red flowers, spotted with black :

\N SSSI se ° 21s Grand Speciosum [rilies. These are the hardiest, most robust and free flowering of all Lilies. while in beauty they are second to none. Rubrum—Deep rose, freely spotted crimson. and mottled white; perfectly exquisite... ...-...-..0.- ope te 2 15 Melpomene—Words cannot describe the beauty of this variety. Frosted white, spotted, clouded and bearded with pinkish crimson. Petals deeply recurved and

widely bordered alt Be ee A eS JSON On sees 20 Praecox—Large, perfect and beautiful. Frosted with a

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Monstrosum Album—PBroad flat stems and immense heads of flowers, often fifty in a cluster. Pure snow- WILOs. «0 vena hanes

Henryi—New andexceedingly rare. Tall, strong grower, producing flowers in great profusion ofa fine apricot yellow color. The yellow Speciosum....-..-...-. Anna 1

Opal—We have thought that no Speciosum could exceed Melpomene, but this new Lily is-even _larger, rrander, and, if psssible. more richly colored. It is feosted, glistening white. delicately clouded, and suffused with rosy blush and spotted with rosy-sear- let. The deeply recurved petals are snowy-white at the tip, gradually deepening in color to the base of Cach petal .......2ccserereeneccctceettnenccctecccccnsccecs 15

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Everblooming Scarlet—The greatest bedding plant ever introduced, surpassing the finest Cannas for attractiveness and brillianey, equal to the Gladiolus as a cut flower

5 | ‘ er south of Philadelphia; further north they must be protected or win- tered ina cellar like the ordinary Tritoma. Just

out early in spring, and will commence growth and bloom at once, growing larger and finer every day. Plants show from 6 to 20grand flower stalls all the time y i

a ot IHL r stop its blooming, and it is as brilliant as ever long after all other garden

flowers have been Killed. For cutting it is unsurpassed, and the beautiful long spikes keep several weeks in water. With-

out a single exception, it is the most desirable garden fi

Se can tall growing Tritoma which blooms profusely in late summer and fall. Yellow flamed crimson, 925¢c. each ; 6 for $1.00.

May Queen—See colored plate in front of Catalocue. plants. Blooms profusely early in the season.

A magnificent novelty growing freely from seed as well as from SPECIAL OFFER—Ono fine plant each of these

Strong plants 30c. each; 4 for $1.00. Seed 200. per pkt. 3 grand new Tritomas, Everblooming, Solfatere and May Queen for 75¢,

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HARDY PERENNIAL PLANTS.

The earth wears acrown of Floral Beauties, and among the brightest, ri 7

Perennials. — They fill a place in our gardens, and in our hearts which See Se oan peta Page te Sd ering Shrubs when once planted they are good for a life-time and we come to regard them as A pe t Seen of our home, but of our very existence. What would induce us to part with the grand old clum eee euiy. Lilies, Iris, et¢., which have Stood alongs the path in our frout yard so long, and greeted us oan ieee with such cheery brightness and beauty? They have cheered us through many vicissitudes Sine PA eit ot life. They were loved by dear ones whose voices we hear no more; their blossoms call to our as d wen associations, happy days and happy faces which Time, the great Destroyer, has Giolewticom a5 Ves dear enrich our borders and walks with these dear flowers, which will be our friends forevermore ° 0S

A . gichillea : (,randiflora.

_A most useful, and beautiful hard = nia migot wien ie a Brofinian Orin joicest double white flowers all sum : to bloom by the first of July, and isa ateee Jb comenors until frost; as many as 5,000 flowers have been counte loan one plant at one time. Flowers pure white, perfectly don ble. and are produced in large sprays, and unsurpassed ie Si sorts of cut-flower work, bouquets. ete. It is perfect] ae a anywhere. and_so vigorous that ‘it will take care of ‘ise i among weeds. For cemetery planting there is nothing fin © i0F ie Joes e Ne: thrive and bloom profusely year ato: ar. 1e p s i 7 i ee ee plants we send out will bloom profusely this

15e. each; 5for 50c.

Ponies. | _ The favorite of to-day, as it was fifty years ago. Lux- urious foliage plants, with magnificent double, incurved flowers, of enormous $1Ze and colorings. Nothing can sur- pass the intensity of the dark varieties that fairly glow with

a radiant fire of richness, while the white and pale varieties

are very soft and delicate in their coloring,

New Giant—Like an enormous double Rose, of a blush, al- m¢< st white color: a Peony which grows 3 to 4 feet high, and bears flowers nearly as large as_a man’s hat; the flower is the same shape, fragrance and exquisite satin- like pink color as Baroness Rothschild Rose. It is beauti- ful beyond deseription. Fine roots, 25c.

Festiva Alba—A dwarf grower, enormous pure white flow-

= ers, occasional spots of crimson, 40e. each,

ieee ee crimson-pink, double and very sweet. 25c.

Doupie White—Pure white; very scarce. - 40c. each. cinalis fl, pl.—The crand early flowering, old-fashioned double “rimson Peony. 25c. each.

Oite each of the 5 sor’s for $1,359.

Aplant of exquisite beauty, being of low, compact, spreading growth, and producing its profusion of blooms in May or June when pure-white flowers are particularly searce. Its profusion of blooms is so great thata bed of it looks, ata distance, like a mass of fleecy snow just fallen. Few hardy plants will give as much real satisfaction as this beautiful gem. Lifted late in the fall, it will bloom well in the house during winter. Perfectly hardy, and foliage ever-

green. 15¢. each; 5 for 50¢.

Early Flowering Hardy Chrysanthemum

These are exceedingly fine, and are perfectly hardy planted in the open ground, and flower magnificently in October and late into November. They should be planted on the south side ofa building or wall, or in some spot where they will be sheltered as much as possible. In such a situa- tion they are sure to bloom magnificently. despite early fail frost. They make a border which is as brilliant and beauti- ful as the gayest flowers ofsummer. They are mostly of the Pompon type. very double and perfect flowers In great clust- ers, All colors mixed, 5 plants for 50¢.; 12 for $1.00.

Hardy. Everblooming Chrysanthemum.

Plants begin budding and blooming. in July, and con- tinue till November, while those in pots bloom far into the winter. It may be used eitherasa garden or pot plant, andis perfectly hardy in the open ground.

Everblooming, White—-Pure white, full double. Everblooming, Yellow—Bright, golden yellow. Jéc. each; the two for 25c.; or more at 10c. cach.

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Tern Thousand Flowered _Boltonia.

._, We havenot seen so good a hardy plant as this since we introduced Rudbeckia Golden Glow. That plant went over the whole world like wildfire, and is by far the finest hardy garden plant in cultivation to-day. Next to itin importance Wwe recommend this new Ten Thousand Flowered Boltonia. The flowers are like a native Aster, pure white and borne in endless numbers as may be seen by the cut, which repre- sents a single stem plant the first summer. Another year this plant will throw up 6 to 10 stems just like this one and a mass of bloom shown that no other plant can equal. Fora clump or hedge it is superb. Perfectly hardy, and grows in any soil or situation. Stroug plants 20c. each ;3 for 60c.; 12 for $1.50. Seed 20c. per pkt.

Rudbeckia “Golden Glow.”

A hardy perennial plant growing eight feet high, branch- ing freely, and bearing by the hundreds, on long, graceful stems geauisite double blossoms, of the brightest golden color, and as large as Cactus Dahlias. Mr, William Falconer, the best authority on plants in this country, Says of it: “The pant you gave me grew vigorously, and threw up strong,

ranching flower stems six feet high, laden with sheaves of golden blossoms as large as fair Chrysanthemums; and all having an elegant, graceful appearance. Many eminent flor- ists and amateurs have seenit, and all admired it. As cut flowers the blossoms last well. I unhesitatingly regard it as the most desirable introduction amon hardy perennials.” It is the most effective flowering plant for August and Sep- tember in cultivation. Strong plants, which will bloom freely this season, 15¢. each; 5 for 50¢, ; 12 for $1.00.

Perennial Poppy,

Ifthere is a more gorgeous flower anywhere than the Perennial Poppy we fail to know it. The most indifferent observer stands spell-hound in the presenee of its magnifi- cent fire-like scarlet flowers with their silky texture and foil-like heart of innumerable purple-black stamens. Each bloom is as large as a Saucer and sits perched like a bird on the end of aswaying. hairy, slender stem, high above the deeply-incised and handsome foliage. Many consider it the most showy flower that blooms. A grand plant to light up dark corners and dull shrubbery. Do not disturb them after planed as they dislike removal, Fine plants, 20c. each: 3 or 50¢c. :

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Perennial Phlox.

Those who remember the thin-petaled, white and the dull-hued purple Perennial Phlox of old-fashioned gardens can scarcely recognize these new Phloxes as the samo flowers. These new varieties are in bloom from June until frost, and the individual florets are twice the size of the old time Phlox, and the shades of color the brightest. richest and clearest. There are no finer or more useful perennials than the Perennial Phloxes, or which will give more com- plete satisfaction. The varieties we offer are new and fine, and the plants we send out will bloom magnificently the coming summer. They are cheap and we hope that all our customers will plant them.

Athels—A beautiful rosy searlet tinged with salmon. Very bright and showy. ,

Snow Cloud—White. suffused A ae Extra fine. |

Charlotte Saisson—White suffuse with pink, deepening towards the center to bright vermillion. ;

Yasoliel—Enormous flowers and truss, individual flowers being 1% inches across. Color light crimson tinged with lilac and shaded lighter towards the center.

Diplomat—Beautiful light lilac with erimson eye. large flower and truss. i ;

Eclaire—Deep, bright, purplish crimson._ Extra large.

Master Clarence Hulse—Pure white. Flowers and truss of very large size and exceedingly beautiful.

Sylvester Hulse — Beautiful lilac-rose. :

Miss Hattie Hulse—Pure white with beautiful pink eye.

Morty Hulse—Beautiful rose-lilac, marbled with white; flowers large and of beautiful form.

Pluton—Deep wine red: splendid. New. -

Mad. Reudatier—Fine lilac, bordered and flaked white.

Robt. Wetner—FExtra large, bright rose.

Bridesmaid —White, crimson center; fine.

eanne d’Arc—Pure snow-white. hebaide—Fine, large, rosy erimson. . Simplon—White and crimson, variegated and striped, Prof. Schlieman—Deep pink. Compact panicle.

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1ic. each; 5 for 50c,; $1.00 per dozen, PYRAMIDAL PHLOXES.

These have large, fine pyramidal clusters of bloom that are very showy indeed.

Pyramidal White—A plant of sturdy, compact growth, bear- ing enormous pyramidal panicles of great snow-white blossoms.

Pyramidal Crimson—Like the above, with sume great blossoms, but of a brightest crimson color. The two sorts contrast finely. They bloom all summer long, and are equal to Hydrangeas in majestic beauty.

Pyramidal Oculata—White; large crimson eye. Showy.

sé Lavender—Delicate lavender; white center. «6 Rose—lLarge, bright rose. Se Biush—Blush tinted; extra large and fine.

20c. each; 3 for 50c.; $1.60 per dozen.

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This favorite vine in early spring is covered with great massive clusters, sometimes two feet long, of lovely pea-shaped flowers. May also be trained to grow in erect. bush form.

Sinensis Magnifica—Clusters of lovely blue flowers produced in great masses. 15c. each. Seed, 10¢.

Alba—A mass of white flowers, clusters of bloom reaching two feet in length. Nothing can be more magnificent than this as it will cover the entire side of a building or veranda and produce thousands of clusters of its magnifleent racemes of bloom. Makesa fine standard or tree form by pinching back. 25c, each.

Muitijuja—Delicate lavender-blue flowers of large size. in clusters two feet or more in length. Like Alba, ex- cept in color, and a fine companion to it. 25¢. each.

Sinensis Double—Immense clusters of large double violet blue blossoms. This is perfectly grand, the clusters of bloom being like great drooping bouquets of double

violets. Makesa dne bushaswellasclimber. 30c. each.

New Perpetual Blooming—(/ all grand novelties we have ever

introduced, this is one of the most important and valuable.

This Wistaria will actually bloom all summer, from May to

September. It is also of remarkably clean, healthy foliage, and

a very rapid and graceful grower.- In beauty of growth it is

far ahead of any other sort; its clean foliage and numerous

slender branches, drooping everywhere,add greatly to the charm of the blossoms. These are produced in horizontal or upright clusters, many clusters appearing on each branch in close proximity to each other. The vine is a rapid grower, reaching 15 to 20 feet in a season, and is without an equal for sereening, shading, or for festooning buildings, verandas, summer-houses, old trees, or fences. Flowers, blue, and borne profusely, even on small cutting plants, not more than 2feet tall. 30c. each; 4 for $1.00.

One vine eachtof the 5 for $1.00.

WISTARIA SEED —All sorts mixed, 15e. per pkt.

- ° (,lematis. These are the three finest sorts for general cultivation.

Paniculata—Clean, thrifty. robust growing vine, of graceful habit, with attractive glossy green foliage, and covered in August and Sentem- ber with a sheet of clustered snow-white bloom of the most delicious fragrance. No othervine so completely covers itself with flowers. An arbor or portico over which this Clematis is trained is a wall (of

< white for the time heing, and what makes it the more strik- ing is that nearly all other vines have ceased blooming at thattime. The panicles of bloom are very pretty for cut- ting, the star-like florets, with their feathery, stamens, ap- pearing to fine advantage.

Coccinea—A lovely sort. producing an abundance of handsome vine and a great profusion of large, rosy-scarlet, bell-shaped flowers, whieh are exceedingly handsome and useful for f all sorts of decoration. It blooms all summer long. Fine plants for i) blooming at once. Crispa—Much like Coccinea. except its color is a fine blue tipped with white. Makes a most superb vine.

20c. each; the 3 for 50c.; $1.50 per dozen.

GREVILLEA ALPINA.

A tough, free-growing plant somewhat of a shrubby nature though not attaining a height of more than a foot or eighteen inches, It is compact, vranching freely, all the stems being heavily clothed with beautiful foliage. Every shoot terminates with an elegant spray of pretty flowers which are bright pink and white, as shown on the plate. The plant has several blooming periods during the year which are liable to occur at any time. In fact, the blooming is often contin- uous. Itisa most delightful pot plant, of easy growth and one that will attract great attention, it being not only new and beautiful but so unlike anything else. Like Clerodendron Fallax and Streptosolen grandiflora it is one of the finest plant novelties we ever had. Strong plants, almost ready to bloom, 25¢, each; 3 for 60e.

STREPTOSOLEN AMABILIS MAGNIFICA.

Absolutely the finest and freest-flowering pot plant in cultivation. It is not only in bloom every day in the year, but it is full of bloom all the time. How a plant can support such a:wealth of flowers day after day, week after week, month after month and year after year is a mystery. The plantis entirely newand one of the easiest pot and window plants to grow that it is possible to find. It flowers from the time the plants leave the cutting bed, no matter how small. Flowers large, and ofa rich dark-blue color that is very attractive, Itis, in fact, the best, and almost the only blue-flowering pot plant that is of easy culture and of continuous flowering. It is absolutely the finest pot plant known,

Hoping to induce all our customers to grow this superb novelty, we offer strong plants at 20¢. each;'3 for 50e.: 7 for $1,00.

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Plants and Seeds of Select New. or Recently Introduced

WINDOW OR GREENHOUSE PLANTS.

_ In Plants we offer comparatively few varieties, only such as are of unustial merit; new, or of recent introduc- tion, and which will be stire to give an unusual degree of pleasure and satisfaction, Our system of packing is such that our plants carry successfully through the mails to nearly all parts of the world. We are careful to send out only well-rooted, healthy stock, and to offer only such varieties as are stire to give satisfaction—the very best of their kinds. The enormous quantities which we grow enable us to offer the finest plants of the choicest varieties, at a price so low that they are within the reach of all.

_ Plants are man’s naturai home companions; they are bright, refreshing, cheery; winter may rage without but inside they make spring perpetual. A refined and generous nature craves plants and flowers. Nothing else can take their places; especially to the care-worn women, whose elevated tastes, and love for refinement goes largely unsatisfied, plants and flowers are one of God’s richest blessings.

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Brugmansia Pouble.

Three feet high, with twenty or thirty pendulous flowers open at once; great, creamy white blooms, eleven, twelve and thirteen inches long, and eight inches wide, of a texture resembling thick, fluted satin. Creamy white and very fra- grant. The great double trumpet-shaped flowers are. in- deed, glorious. Flowers freely at Thanksgiving and Christ- mas, and is one of the most superb plants we can grow.

s x si ‘ 2 arp Blooms at alltimes, Strong plants 30c. each; 2 for 50c. Ppouble Vernon Begonias. Seed, 200, per pkt. See page ks, mal wots aneney ond double, Peorne in leree SUEDE BEGONIA SEED. and with a freedom that is surprising. very day, the year % Ati oP le tae a a eee Ferns PAS A round, shows them in their radiant beauty. _There is cer- wey. avec peed Ps aes AEs Vath ee a pace ya eae Be

tainly no other plant producing fine double fiowers in such quantity. It is adapted to any window or. porch, or it may be bedded outinsummer. In any position it is always a prize bloomer, and beautiful in foliage.

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Double Pink—Fine, DAS Sa tae eee “= White—Pure. white. si

Fine plants, 20c. each: the 4 for 60e. Seed, mixed, 15e, pht. New Rex Begonias.

These new varieties of Begonia Rex are of our own origin, and they far excel any that have previously been in cultivation. ‘The colors and markings of the leaves are ex- ceedingly varied and rich.

Crimson Glow—Maenificent large leaves, the center half of which is a rich, metallic crimson, which graduates into

a wide zone of light green with Jace-like veins, the rim or

the leaf having a distinct border of the same metallic

_ crimson asthe center. Most charming variety yet offered. Midnight—Hlegant leaves almost black in color, variegated with large pink blotches, the whole having a fine irrides- _ cent glow. A greatly improved Louis Classon. Fireflush—Most beautiful of all. Immense leaf, silvery col- ored, bordered dark purplish-green, and with a rich. dark center. The whole leafis flushed with erimson-pink. Storm Cloud — Rich, dark color, being a sort of blackish- green with purple lustre, and large, maroon-like pure silvery spots. Splendid. Monster—Leaf, 2% feet across. Color, pure silver, veined with dark green. ~ 25c. each; the 5 for $1.00, REX BEGONIA

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NEW GALLAS.

Our new varieties of Calla Ethiopica are really marvels. The gigantic size of Gigantea, and the great blooming qualities of Childsiana place these two new sorts far in advance of all others.

Burbank’s Dwarf Everblooming Calla | “Fragrans,”

This new Calla was originated by Luther Burbank, of California, who speaks of it thus: ‘The plants are of medium size, compact in growth, and bloom profusely. It has not only a most charming flower produced ina profusion never before surpassed, but also with a genuine, sweet, last- | ing fragrance all its own, but similar to the fragrance of | Violets or Lilies.” Does not grow tall and scraggly like the old yariety, but is strong and compact, with a great abund- ance of dark green foliage. It is a true everbloomer, its flowers appearing in great abundance both summer and vinter when grown in pots, or it will bloom profusely all summer long in the open ground, and being potted in Sep-

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|} plant is hardly ever withoutone or more flowers, and its | dwarf, compact habit makes ita much more desirable pot

plant than the old variety. Its flowers are of large size and snowy white in color. Fine plants, 25c. each ; 3 for 60c.

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A perfect miniature Calla, growing 8 to12 inches high and producing perpetually very large snow-white blossoms. It begins to bloom when only a few inches high in a three or four-iach pot, and a well established plant in a large pot sometimes shows a dozen atonce. Fine plants, 15c. each: 3 for 30c.

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Galla Seed.

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Galla Ethiopica Gigantea.

{ve now have a sufficient stock of this most superb Z all Calias to offer it at a reasonable price. All thus far sold have brought FIVE DOLLARS each. In size and mag- nificance it is truly a wonder. Leaves two feet Jong and flcwersa foot in length, ¢hree times larger than any other Dalla. Itisastrong, quick grower, but requires a large pot anda little time to bring it to full perfection. _ Foli- age very dark rich green. Flowers snow-white and open unusually flat and broad. We have had single plants showing 10 or more of these magnificent blossoms at once. It is exactly like the Common Calla except in size, richness of color in foliage and_ purity of blossoms. Our eut shows comparative sizes. Fine bulbs. 75c¢. each.

(alla Praecox. (See Cut on Foregoing Page.)

Anew Huropean Calla, which has created a sensa- tion on account of its dwarf, compact habit, and profu- sion of large blossoms; also on account of its being so easily grown from seed. It produces many flowers at once, which are of greatsize and snowy whiteness, Itis easily raised from seed, the plants flowering in afew months from sowing. In this respect it is indeed a mar- vel, Next to Little Gem it isthe dwarfest of all Callas, Seed, 20c. per pkt. Strong plants, 20c. each; 3 for 50c.

Galla Ghildsiana. (See Cut on Foregoing Page.)

The latest floral sensation of Holland, where this wonderful new Calla was originated and named. Ex- 2eedingly dwarf and very compact, with large blossoms which are borne in a profusion never before seen; as many as a dozen flowers are to be seen on one plant at a time, and nearly allofthe time. These flowers are of good size, beautiful shapeand the most snowy white- ness. They open out remarkably flat. Foliage healthy and vigorous, and more nearly heart-shaped than any Calla. Itis a long wayin advance of all other Callas, thaving such an ideal habit and fine flowers in such won- derful profusion every day inthe year. Strong bloom- ing plants, 40c. each; 3 for $1.00. Smaller plants, 3vc. each; 2 for 50c.

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New Garnations.

For pot or garden culture none are so good as the

following new varieties.

Mrs. Lawson—Probably the largest Carnation grown, its flowers borne on magnificent long stems, and are of a _ most lovely deep pink shade.

White Lawson—A sport from the above, same monstrous flower and vigorous growth, but in color as white as snow,

Pure Gold — Beautiful large flower, borne on long, stiff stems. Ex- quisite fragrance, petals deeply serrated, and color dark yellow with a few faint marks of pink.

Torch—Extra large flower, brilliant scarlet, and borne on stems 4 feet long. Petals beautifully fringed.

Gen'l Maceo—Very full, deeply fring- ed flowers, on stiff, wiry stems, 12 to 18 in. long, bloom in. in diameter. Ground color, deep, brilliant scar- let, heavily overlaid maroon-black, making one of the darkest and richest shades yet seen.

Euchantress—Enormous flower of per- fect form, full, double and sweet, on long graceful stems. Licht pink or blush, an exquisite tint, one better than this.

Blue Bedder—While the flowers are not actually biue, they are of a blush-violet color, the blue shade being at times very pronounced. The plant is of a stout, compact habit and will bloom in the garden profusely allsummerlong, A great many flower stems are sent up,each bearing an average of 12 flowers, and we have seen as many as 50 to 60 flowers on a plant at one time. Added to this it has the strongest and finest clove fragrance. From a few plants one may cut flowers every day during the summer apd fall, and when brought inside it still continues blooming all winter.

Scarlet Bedder—The greatest bloomer of all Carnations, always in bloom and always full of bloom summer and winter. In this respect like Blue Bedder, anda fine com- panion to it. Nota tall grower and ju

ding or for pots, Bright scarlet.

#0c, each; 3 for 50c.; the 8 for $1.10.: or $1.50 per dozen,

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a\zalea [ndica.

Elegant pot plants, much used for Easter decorations. Though attaining a good size, commence to bloom when very small. The flowers are large and very beauti- ful, always much admired, and range from white to deep crimson in color, with all intermediate shades and markings. Easily grown in a window. Our plants are finest new varieties, and are greatly superior to the older sorts, Many of them are very double, and the colors of all are greatly im- proved, as well as the flowerin qualities. All the plants we sen out are of blooming size, Niobe—Fine double white, flower

Jarge, bush compact.

Bernard Andres—A good double flower of a rich purplish-rose.

Simon Mardeur— Large double rose or deep pink. .

Dr. D. Moore—Lovely rose, with white and violet reflex.

Mad. Paul de Schreyver—Ele- gant, large, doubk red. é Raphael—Inimense double white. Deutche Perle —Large double white. Very early. | . Ceres—Fine double white, striped

crimson. Great bloomer,

Apollo—Deep brick red. :

C. de W. Anne— Double, rosy-pink, flaked white.

Chicago—Very large, double and perfect. Deep crimson clearly bordered white, 2

Grand Rouge—Rich crimson.

Alice—Elegant light rose.

Touise—Beautiful pale pink.

Illustris—Semi-double, white and crimson.

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BLUE OB SCARLET BEDDER,

Carnation Seed, Lawson Hybrids—Fine mixed hybrids of above sorts grown by us and will produce magnificent (See page 45.) 20c. per pkt.

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From the large list of new “Mums we select the following recently introduced as being the most remarkable, distinct and beautiful. They are really marvels in their way.

Biack Douglas—(Pompon)—Color almost black, while the tip of each petal shows a glint of gold. making the whole blossom appear as if sprinkled with gold dust.

Philadelphia—Flowers of enormous size, as round asa ball, pure white with a delicate shadowy tinge of lemon, giv- ing the flower a peculiar transparent effect, :

Wim. Sitipson—The best pink and largest flower of its color. Flowers have been grown that measured 11 inches across. Karly and a fine robust grower. Color, a most exquisite shade of pink, of indescribable loveliness.

Uncle Sam—A fine large flower with long wavy petals of a rosy lilae color, striped and bordered with white. It is the finestand most distinctly striped variety.

Good Gracious, Pure White—Probably the very largest flower of any Chrysanthemum. As large as aman’s hat and double to the very center. Petals quilled and irregular.

Good Geacions, Bright Yellow—Like the above except in color.

Good Gracious, Pink—YVery fine indeed.

15¢. each; the? for Ve.

Our New Giant Seedlings, The following Chrysanthemums are our own Seedlings

and they are extra large and fine. Probably the best show

varieties yet known. They are not only large but full and rlouble to the center, and as rouud as a ball.

Globe Perfection, Pink—Hnormous globe-shaped blossoms of wide incurved petals full, double and exquisite pink in color.. Dwarf stout habit.

_ Globe Perfection, White—Like the above but white.

Globe Perfection, Yellow—Fine bright yellow color, other- wise just like the pink,

Globe Perfection, Crimson—-Rich deep purplish crimson. These four Globe Perfections are alike in everything but color and are exceedingly fine.

20¢e, each; the 4 for 60c.

New Ostrich Plumes.

These are offered now for the first time and are the best of the beautiful Ostrich Plume class. Gold Ore—Rich old gold color, very hairy, double and fine, Sea-Shell--Beautiful pink; elegant. Downy White—Exquisite pure white. Very feathery. Plumy Gleam—Fine lemon yellow. Extra fine, 20c, each; the & for 60c.

CHOICE CHRYSANTHEMUM SEED.

Chrysanthemums are very easily grown from seed, and flower abundantly the first season. It is no trouble at all to grow them and they are sure to flower beautifully in Octo- ber and November from spring sown seed. Every plant raised will produce a flower of a different color and charac- ter, no two will ever be alike. and among them there will be many exceptionally beautiful and valuable varieties. Extra Choice, Mixed—Saved only from the finest named

sorts, carefully hand fertilized. Pkt., 20c.

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Ghrysanthemum Midwinter

This new Chrysanthemum seldom blooms at the regular time in autumn, but withholds its glorious blossoms until February, March and April, when they are produced 2 or 3 at a time, so that a plant is in full perfection of bloom for many weeks. Blossoms of enormous size, perfectly double, and in color a blush tinted white when first opened, chang- ing next day to a pure snow-white. In sizeand shape it is

one of the grandest flowers ever seen, and flowering as they do in midwinter, lasting well beyond Haster, makes them Plants of dwarf stout habit, admirably Strong plants 20c. each; 3 for 50c.

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is grand novelty does not differ from the common CAareteae or Gardenia except it blossoms all the year round, while the old sort blossoms only for a short time in the spring. The flowers of this are very large and perfect with pure white wax-like petals and glorious fragrance. | Large, double and surpassingly lovely. A good plant will show flowers every day in the year, and it is an easy thing to mane age, growing wellasa window plant. 60c. each.

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___ Since we first came in possession of this plant three years ago we have looked forward to the day when we could offer it to our customers, knowing that its remarkable beauty and novelty would be as great a surprise and delight to them as itistous. Itcan be grown either from seed or cuttings, seedlings blooming in about five months from the time of sowing. Plants grow about two feet high with very beautiful, Jarge, heart-shaped Jeaves. the main stems producing an enormous umbel of the most intensely searlet blossoms ever seen. Each umbel keeps perfect several months and is as large as a@ man’shat. The plant blooms at all'times of the year. It is useless to dwell upon the great beauty and novelty of this gor- geous flower. The cutis a good illustration of its grandeur. It is as-easily grown as a Geranium, and for decorative pur- poses we know of nothing that can approach it. Seed, 20c. per pkt. Strong plants, 40¢. each.

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Can one imagine a more novel plant than a rapid-growing climbing Lantana? Graceful in habit, beautiful in bloom and a fine window, con- servatory or garden plant. Although it begins blooming when only a few inches in height it will climb five or six feet inaseason, andina conservatory, orin the open ground in the South- ern or Pacific states, it will reach a height of 20

_ feet in two or three years. It lacks all appear- ances of coarseness, and in both foliage and vine it is at all times graceful, pretty and evergreen. It has a great wealth of bloom, the large, daint- ily-colored clusters being lilae pink with a white eenter. It blooms profusely at all stages of

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Bridal Veil. Genista Monosperma,.

A hard-wooded plant suitable for pot culture,or it may be grown in the open ground in any lati- tude south of New York, and will crow from 3to6 feet high accord- ing to accommodations given it. This odd plant has no leaves but produces long, graceful, needle- like green branches which droop in copious masses like drapery. It has several blooming periods each year at which time every stem and branch robes itself in clusters of charming snow- white blossoms,the whole droop- ing in an exquisite wavy mass, and is appropriately called the ‘Bridal Veil.” Our cut is froin a photograph, but itis impossible to give an adequate impression of the beauty and profusion of a flowering plant. The fragrance of the flower is the richest and most pleasing to be found and a blooming spray cut and dried will retain its delicious fra- grance for years, and will impart to a drawer of linen a fragrance which no perfumer can imitate or equal. _ As a pot or tub plant it is as easily grown asan Olean- der or Hydrangea and will succeed anywhere in open ground where _the winters are not toosevere. Strong 2 year-old plants, $1.00 each.

Seed—Per packet of 6 seeds, 20c. 5 e712 ae Ghinese Hibiscus.

Where can we find a more striking plant than this with its glossy leaves and huge flaming flowers of satin-like tex- ture? Summer or winter, it is always budding and bloom- ing and, if it becomes too large for the window, can be win- tered in the cellar. Pots of Hibiscus are extra fine for piazza or baleony, and for bedding out in summer, Peachblow—This is one of the finest plant novelties offered

in recent years. The flowers are double, and from four to five inches in diameter; ofacharming, rich, clear pink color, with a small, deep erimson center; an entirely new and most beautiful shade; it blooms abundantly and continuously, even on small plants.

Auriantica—Very large double orange yellow. Makes a’‘fine contrast with Peachblow and Minneatus.

Minneatus — As gorgeous and fine as the best Peony, and fully as large. Bush blooms when but a foot high, Blossoms a burning erimson, very double.

Fine plants, 20c. each; $ forsdc-

Seed—Splendid mixture of all Chinese Hilbiseus, loc. per pkt. Seedlings grow rapidly and bloom quickly.

Furcrea.

A new plant which grows from a bulb,as shown in ent. It has lovely Dracena-like foliage and is as ornamental as a fine Palm, growing in time to great size and send- ing up flower stems ten feet - q Lay Brccian high with hundreds of SY : a ae Tuberose-like blossoms, A most beautiful pot plantand a most curious one: try it by all means, 25¢e. each; 3 for 60c,

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Boston Fern—(OriGinsw)—Of all decorative plants for house culture, this is perhaps the most imposing and satisfac- tory. Itis so hardy that it will stand and thrive in most

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| from two to five feet, and always of a fresh, healthy, and a ‘ beautiful green color. These fronds keep in perfect con- / dition for years, Fine plants, 20c. each; 3 for 50c.

Scotti—This Fern is a decided acquisition and will un- pF dountedly take the place of the Boston Fern eventually, It is a dwarf, compact grower and has two or three times as many fronds as the Boston Fern. It makes symmetri- eal, handsome plants in either small or large sizes. If given space enough every plant can be made a beautiful ev f specimen. 25¢. each; 5for $1.00.

Pierson’s Boston Fern—Immense wavy fronds, of the Os- trich Plume type, but Jongerand more beautifully feath- ered. It was first introduced three years ago and creat- edarealsensation. Without doubt it isthe most mag- nificent Fern grown, and possesses all the hardy, robust, and easy growing qualities peculiar to the common Bos- ton Fern. and allits varieties. We have a fine stock of very fine plants. 30c. each; 4 for $1.00.

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These are large, basket-like bunches of Fern roots in- terwoven with moss. When suspended in a window, and watered elegant green -foliage starts out from every side, top and bottom, making a highly ornamental object and one that keeps fresh and green for years. Grows wellin sun or partial shade, and is a noveland beautiful object. These Fern Balls are made in Japan, and we import them every year. Greatest success is had with strictly fresh stock. Little Monarch—(Air Fern)—A small Fern Ball but, very closely woven, and contains a great quantity of eyes

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Japanese Standard—The standard, or ordinary Fern Ball. 50c. each, by mail.

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(hilds’ New Giant Flowered Perfection (,eraniuins. _ , Uhese Geraniums are in their way most remarkable Novelties, for they show great improvement over sorts previously introduced, in habit, vigor, size and quality of bloom and radiant coloring. For several years they have been the admira- tion of all who have visited our conservatories. They were offered 2 years ago for the first time, after years of critical test, and wwe know just what they are. They have been carefully compared with the best new sorts of recent years, and in every point they show their superiority. Habit compact, with large, healthy foliage. Flowers, perfect in shape; round, and some- times beautifully cupped, | Trusses immense, and the blooming qualities of the pliant truely wonderful. But in color they are perfect marvels, showing combinations and brightness of tints hitherto unknown. Massachusetts—Extra; rdinary size and beautifully color- | Oklahoma—Finest intense scarlet.

ed. Exquisite pure pink with white rayed center, freely Ohio—Fiowers like a Pelargonium. Deep blood scarlet,

spotted or specked. veined black; upper petals rayed intense orange-secarlet. Indiana—-Pure lilac-pink, slichtly spotted. Larce size Largest known size.

C ‘ KR, SI1¢g ys 5 arge size. eS . - . Pp 1 Fe A ee ee | Mrs. White—Pure snow-white, thickly spotted with erim- ennsylvania—Pure snow-white | z a 7 a = oP tt ;

Alabama—Deepest, darkest red: a grand and rich colo son dots. Flower large and beautiful. This elegant Idaho—Bright rose color, center raved. ate cat eos | Geranium was raised by one of our customers in Eng- Kansas—Intense orange-scarlet. each pets T Baceee oe a land, from seed purchased from us. It is one of the

ed witha dark color amet, each petal beautifully vein- ' most beautiful venders a : e - New York—Enormous clusters of creat enhe to*beanti. | bite Tint—This remarkable variety has a large flower of a

ma aa Peas me cluster “ol a at SH tance; beauti distinct blush tinge. Center rayed orange-scarlet. Oregon — Flowers “Very Hae : : { oe A Tears B John Lewis Childs—Color,pale,pearly-pink, heavily mottled

Orange-searlet, clouded and mottled with ae eee and spotted with crimson. The background is a good Neunessee— Extra laree posit aettoe nee Bnd Lue. light color and the spots bright and brilliant. It is one

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son-pink. One of the very best. — Te i 5 Colorado—White, tinted violet-pink. _A shade so delicate TTT a eee ee ey on

and shifting as to be perfectly exquisite. New Jersey—White, tinted, veined and spotted. 20c. each; 5 for S0c,; 7 for $1.00. The 20 sorte for $2.00, GERANIUM SEED.

prea NN flower, often measuring 2*% inehes across. Leaves gigantic in size, wi onspicuous rk s +s zone, Oolor intense scarlet. — with conspicuous dark New Hybrids Large-Flowering—This is saved from such Washington—Very curious, clusters of bloom branching, grand sorts as those offered above. It will produce that is, 2 to 3 additional echsters will grow out of each magnificent varieties, probably many as good as these ) here named. It is the finest Geranium seed ever offered. Plants from seed bloom in a few months. Pkt. 0c.

main cluster. Color, fine pink. freely spotted. See page 47 for other Geranium Seed,

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Porto Rico—Brightest carmine. White shaded center. Pxtra large panicle.

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Giant Pelargoniums. These new giant-flowered Pelargoniums are among the very finest novelties ever produced at Floral Park. They are really remarkable for size and coloring, the delicate shades and markings be- ing indeseribable. % : : Hawaii—A delicate tinted white, with large, rich velvety maroon and rose splash in upper petals. Extra large. i ; Luzon—Hnormous size, round, wide-open shape; pure white, with violet-maroon blotches. Quite new as to shape. i Marion —The same plant hears flowers of different eolors. One eluster of bloom will be white mark- ed with crimson, while another will be fine rose marked purple. | i j Samoa—Very dark rich velvety crimson, shading on black. Exceedingly rich and in all respects a glorious new sort. ca 30c. each; the & for $1.00. raised tsa i Mixed Pelargonium Seed—All colors, 25¢, per pkt ees

New [Pouble Geraniums.

These are the finest double Geraniums yet in- troduced.

Sea Shell—New last year. Large double flower, very large truss, bright beautiful pink.

Dowdle John Lewis Childs—This splendid novelty isadouble form of the famous single-spotted variety ofsame name. The plant is a vigorous

rower and free bloomer. Clusters large, florets arge and very double. The ground color is a beautiful pink thickly spotted with crimson dots.

Mrs. Langguth—Color of foliage, deep green, heay- ily striped with silvery white; the zone of the leaf is pure white. Large blossoms. Color, ani- line-searlet. The best silver-leaved sort.

Volunteer—fine violet-crimson, large and fine.

Mrs. Parker—While the foliage is deep green, with a broad border of pure white. the flower is per- feetly double and of a clear bright pink, a com- bination novel and beautiful.

Variegata—Foliage beautifully mottled and varie- gated white, green andereamy-yellow. Flowers, z bright searlet, double, and in big trusses. A vig- orous grower and fine bedder.

Mammoth—Semi-double, intense orange-scarlet showy flowers. Very fine.

Mayflower— White tinted pink. Verybfine,

White Swaun—Very floriferous. An extra fine pot Geranium, ecoyered with large trusses of snow- white flowers that are very double and perfect. Habit, short-jointed and bushy. Finest double

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white. Seed of Double Geraniums— Finest Mixed Hybrids of our own

20c. each; 3 for 50¢.; 9 for $1.25. growing, (See page 47),

25¢. per pkt,

Oleander.

What home iscomplete without its tub of Oleander? A very attractive plant that can be grown in almost any soil or situation, kept growing all the year, or rested in the cellar. Its dark green, willow-like [foliage is in itself neat and pleas- ing; but when in bloom 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 blossoms. Crimson—Fine deep crimson-red. Extra.

Wellow—Large and very beautiful.

Variegata—Leaves bordered with creamy white: flowers pink, very double. A magnificent plant. the contrast of foliage and delicate color of blossoms being very striking.

Price, 5c. each; the five for $1,253.

trily-of-the-Valley Plant.

A beautiful new plant of trailing or creeping habit, being best adapted for hanging pots or baskets. It has beautiful heart-shaped leaves and branches freely, growing in most fine symmetrical ‘form. It is in bloom all the time, the pendulous blossoms appearing at the axils of the leaves and are bell-shaped, pure white, and about the Size, form and color of Lily-of-the-Valley. As a specimen pot or basket flower to be suspended in the window it is the fi nest thing of the sort we have ever seen. Grows very rapidly and makes a lovely plantin ashort time. 20¢. each: 3 for 50c.

Echinopsis \Mulleri. (Cactus.)

As easily grown as a Geranium and it flowers for severai months, the long-neecked blossoms coming from the bulb- like plant on all sides as you see itin the eut. Color soft, satiny pink of superlative beauty. A plant in flower is most beautiful and fascinating. Fine plants, 25c. each.

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Olea Fragra 1S. “Gace Olive.)

This is the sweetest flower that blooms, belongs to the live family.andis a perpetual bloomer. never without flow- ers, either summer or winter, though the plant may not be a footin height. The flowers are small, creamy white and borne in immense clusters. Each individual blossom, though no larger than the head ofa shawl-pin, has more Sweetness than the largest and most fragrant Lily. Its fra- grance is also delicate and charming, really the finest of all flowers, and you cannot pass a plant without noticing it. It succeeds well in any window. 30c. each: 3 for 75c.

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__ Obconica or Monarch Primroses.

These are the new large-flowering Obconica-Sinensis Hybrids of various colors, as large and fine as Primula Sin- ensis. Colors, pink, violet, blush, rose, lilac, white, ete. 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 flow-

ae are as large as P. Sinensis, and almost as varied in colors, their great value is at once apparent. Plants very vigorous and easily grown as a Geranium.

Seed—All Colors Mixed, 15c. per pkt,

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Purity—Extra large and fine. Ruby—Rich deep crimson.

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Gigantea—Licht rose, slightly striped darker. Hxtra large and fine fimbriated flower. Sea Shell—Bright deep pink. Tinted Queen—Extra large fimbriated flower, beautifully and delicately tinted blush. A superb sort. Above superb named sorts, 25¢. each; the 5 for $1.00.

New Double Monarch Primroses.

The Monarch Primroses are really the most satisfactory pot plants it is possible to have, blooming continually at all times and in all situations. Weare glad to be able to offer a new double strain, not differing in any way from the single, except the flowers are Jarge and double, beauti- fully fringed and of various colors. It is one of the greatest novelties we ever introduced. Fine plants, 40c. each; 3 for $1.00. Seed, 25ce. per pkt.

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: beautiful Palm grown. It has the graceful and beautiful foliage of Cocos Weddelliana, but ten times as much of it. and itis the hardiest and_ most easily grown of all Palms, and just the one that will succeed admirably in any window. Nothing can surpass it as a decorative plant. The whole world has gone wild over it, and it has recently soldas high as $100 each. . We have the only Jarge stock of it in America. Fine 2 year old plants, $2.00 each. 4 year old, $10.00 each.

Filifera or Weeping Palm—One of the best window Palms, needs no petting to succeed. Stands dustand dry air, and lack of sunshine, and is very or- namental with its elegant fan-shaped leaves. of a rich, dark, leathery green, picturesquely fringed with long, thread-like filaments along the segments of the leaves. The plant is a compact grower, well adapted to pot culture, succeeding in any situation, and with any treatment that will keep a Geranium alive. It willmakeagrand ornament during winter, and in summer it can adorn a veranda, or he placed in any shady place about the garden or yard,.or used for a centre in a vase, basket or flower bed—always ornamental anywhere, All plants of the fan-leaved sorts have, when young, leaves of a long, narrow shane. developing the round, fan-shaped ones as they grow older. Strong plants, 20c. each; 8for50e. Seed, per paper, 10c,

Cocos Weddelliana—One of the most elegant and graceful little Palms that has ever been introduced. The plant is dwarf and very neat; leaves whitish- green on the under side, arching most gracefully. 40c. each; 3 for $1.00. Larger, $1.00 each.

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Resurrection Plant. |

A ball of tightly folded leaflets, dry and dead. Drop itin a bowl of water andin a short time there is a great, loose, expanded rosette of fine fern-like leaves both odd and beau- tiful. This can be repeated many times. the plant curling tightly together when dry, expanding when soaked. 10c. each; 3 for 25¢.

True [rish Shamrock.

We are glad to be able to offer the true Shamrock, as so many spurious plants have been called Shamrock and sold as such. This stock is genuine and thoroughly acclimated, haying been grown here seyeral years. A very beautiful pot plant with dark chocolate and green foliage. Hach stem with 4 to 5 leaves, like 4-leaf clover. A lovely foliage plant that attracts great attention. 20¢. each; 3for50e.

Sanseveria Zealanica.

There is scarcely a decorative plant listed that is more striking in foliage and habit than this, and certainly none other that will stand as much downright neglect and hardship. It will grow in a dark hall, a cool bedroom, or stand on the mantle in a heated sitting-room. It will stand gas and dust, and will go for months without a drop of water, yet re- main as thrifty as ever. Singular- ly beautiful, as well as easily grown. Erect, ridged, sword-like leaves, reaching a length of from four to six feet. The leaves are thick and fleshy, dark green color, with clouded bars of white, In May or June it sends up long, plumy flower spikes of soft feath- ery whiteness. Just the plant for = sunless windows or halls, where nothing else will grow. 20c. each; 3 for 50¢,

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Sweet Violets.

The flower of sentiment and song, and ever the symbol of modest worth. ‘

Swanley White—In pots it grows luxuriantly. and is loaded with flowers. Inthe garden it is hardy with slight pro- tection, and greets us in early spring with a profusion of its large, snowy. sweet-scented blossoms, A plant will often have fifty flowers open at once.

Alaska—A grand new sort, well adapted to garden culture, being hardy and robust, and producing in spring great masses of enormous double flowers of a deep blue-black eolorand powerful fragrance. ; :

Belle de Brunneau—The most magnificent double Violet ever introduced. Large flowers, long stems, deepest, richest violet color, and unsurpassed fragrance.

15¢. each; the 8 for 40¢.; $1.00 per dozen,

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A new and very robust form of Asparagus Plumosus, the foliage of which is exceedingly fine and downy. Of all green foliage plants of this sort this new form of Asparagus is by far the greatest and best. Itis an easily grown pot plant and the feathery foliage is unsurpassed for small bouquets. As a plant it is highly ornamental. Fine plants, 30c. each ; 2for 50c, Seed, 20c. per pkt.

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formerly known. The 4 on this pageare immense, as well as those on following pages,

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Tinted Gold—A most beautiful large cupped blossom, pure snow-white, with a center richly tinted with gold. In size and beauty it is one of the grandest Tea Roses, if | not the very finest yet introduced. Free and robust grower, and a prodigious bloomer. One of the finest 4| novelties we ever offered, and the best white Kose.

Copyricxr eS... GiLD5. Winter Gem—A Tea Rose of remarkably strong and vigor- | . L ous growth, anda prodigious bloomer all the year, It

flowers all the time, particularly during winter, hence its name. The blossoms are borne on long, graceful stems. are of large size, anda lovely crimson-pink eolor. Buds perfectly exquisite, and the open flower fullandgdouble. It is the strongest, hardiest, most vigorous and rapid growing Tea Rose in cultivation. One nlant of it will produce more good Roses in the year than 12 plants of any other Tea Rose grown. The plant will bloom con- tinually,and nothing but killing it outright will check it, The blossoms are singularly beautiful in shape, color and poise, and most deliciously scented. Itis so strong and vigorous that it nevermildews,’and is alrapid grow- er, blooming at once from smal! plants.

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General McArthur — Another grand Tea Rose, and the deepest, brightest colored one yet seen. Colorso bright and intense as to rivala vivid crimson Tulip. Fine for

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his Rose is a dwarf everblooming Crimson Ram- bler, bearing great clusters of bright crimson double blossoms all the year round, just as Crimson Rambler does in June. itis equally valuable asa pot or garden Rose, and blooms profusely summer, winter, spring and fall. Freshly rooted cutting plants when only a few in- ehes high begin to bear most beautiful clusters of bloom, andas the plant grows larger it becomes a marvelous bouquet of beautiful foliage and bright flowers as shown in above cut. Perfectly hardy in the open ground where it blooms all the time, and as a pot plant it will produce % flowers to one of any other sort. It is the greatest Rose novelty since Crimson Rambler and the most satis- ‘aectory pot or bedding variety in cultivation. 25¢. each; = for 60c.

New Rose. SHIFTING SHADES.

A rarely beautiful new Rose which we offer this year forthe first time. It is agreat bloomer, flowers being very full and double, remaining long in the most exquis- ite bud form before fully opening out. It is a light color, almost white, but with such an array of yaried tints or shifting shades as is rarely seen. Most any tint of eolor ean be found, cream, buff, lemon, copper, blush, pink, ate., mingled in a way thatis truly fascinating. Very ' fragrant, hardy, healthy and in all respects a free grower i and bloomer. 30e. each; 4 for $1.00.

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. Nothing among hardy climbers like these three sorts. The yellow ono is new this year and is in every way as fine as Crimson Rambler,

Grimson Rambler.

This will grow 8 to 10 feet ina season, the flowers appearing in great panicles, as large as a man’s hai, and of a_deep, rich crimson color, like blood-colored velvet. The flowers, when cut, last two weeks in water, and fullya month on the bush, which is a perfect mass of rich crimson at alltimes. It can be grown in various ways, aS a pillar Rose, as a trellis Rose, and for coveringa wall it hasno equal, and when pegged down it will form a bed of itself. Cut back. itisa magnificent pot Rose for the window. 20¢. each; 3 for 50c.

Dorothy Perkins.

This grand new hardy climber, grows 10 to 15 feetin aseason, blooms in immense clusters like the Crimson Rambler, but the blooms are more double and of a beautiful shell-pink ; color passing to clear deep rose, makes large pointed buds and is really | superior to Crimson Rambler. bloom- ing at the same time and making a Striking contrastin color. 20c. each;

3 for 50c.

CLIMBING ROSE, LORALEE, [,oralee.

A hardy yellow climber of great beauty. _Flowers borne in clusters like the Ramblers. fine size, perfect form and double, while the color is a bright, clear lemon yellow. It isa strong vigorous grower and as hardy in any climate as any Rose that ever grown. It is really the greatest of Rose novelties, and it is the first good yellow hardy climbing variety to be \ offered. 25¢. each; 3 for 60c.

One each of the 3 for s0c,

Field Grown Roses.

We can furnish the following two year field grown Roses, large, strong , plants.

Crimson Rambiler—Crimson. White ce White, Pink . Pink. Yellow iJ Orarge.

Price by mail or express 35¢. each; the 4 for $1.00, or $2.50 per dozen.

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Srow. Many are handsome in foliage, in blossoms, aud all showy, interesting and luscious in fruit. The most of them fruit the »- Sreater part of the year. Wa

Pot Grapes—The finest grapes in the world can be grown from these vinesin 10 to 12-inch pots. in Gonseryatories, windows or on verandas. With 4 to 6 feet of growth several bunches of fine fruit,some weighing over a pound, will be produced. The sight of the small vines grow- ing in pots has been one of the wonders to be seen at our place the past year. Grow the vines outdoors (pots plunged) the first summer, \ Winter them in cellar, pit or cold-shed, Any 5 time after February they may be placed in x light and warmth for growth which will is start at onee. Flowers and fruit will speed- A\ ily follow. These great bunches of delicious ' fruit will ripen in May if plants are started at DY end of February. They are one ofthe easiest Yen and simplest things to manage properly,and Ji.(HiL0S¥ to bring into fruit,as a window, or veranda plant, and certainly there is nothing more at- tractive. novel, or satisfactory to grow. The

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ideal thing to grow in large quantity in green- houses or conservatories. Fine vines, 40c. each; 3 (all different kinds) for $1.00. é Fig, Hirtu Du Japan—This notable variety; imported from Japan, deserves ¢% high praise. It is of compact, hardy growth. Indeed, it isa dwarf Fig, making little wood. Its immense load of fruit is astonishing, and it is nearer a perpetual bearer than any other. The purple Figs are of medium size. The flesh is white, but with brown specks of imperfect seed and eream tinted heart. For the South, this is one of the best varieties for the garden, yielding twice as much fruit to a given surface as any other variety. The ideal Fig for pot culture in the North. 30c. each; 4 for $1.00.

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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 | Wonder Lemon—A Temon that can be as easily grown ina

plantin a common window, that was but 15 inches high, and had 23 oranges onit, With good sunlight they are never out of fruit from one year’s end to another, and at least two-thirds of the time are in flower also... The fruit 1s very Sweetand handsome. Could we haye but one plant in our window it would be an Otaheite Orange. In beauty, grace and fragrance thereis nothing like the. delicate, leafy sprays of bloom, so indescribable, exquisite, dainty, lovely and adorable. Fine plants for blooming and fruit- ing atonce. 20c, each; 3 for 50c,; extra large 40c. each.

potas aGeranium and which produces fruit weighing from one to three pounds each. These enormous fruits are borne on_ plants one to two feet high, growing in 5 to 6-inch pots. It is everbearing and its fruit is delicious for lemonade and culinary purposes. It makes a beautiful specimen plant for the house. Has large,deep green leaves and pure, waxy-like flowers that are fragrant as Orange blossoms. The enormous lemons have a thin rind and are full of acid juice, Willthrive in any good soil, either indoors or out, 20c. each; 3 for 50c.

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Nothing can take the place of Shrubbery for the lawn, for hedges aud specimen clumps. Shrubs thrive in any situation, are beautiful all summer, producing some of the choicest out-door blossoms. The list here offered is a select one, including only the very finest and most desirable new or rare and choice sorts.

PRICE—AII Shrubs, 20c. each; 3 for 50c.; 7 for $1.00, or $1.50 per dozen. Extra large specimens by express (too large to mail,) 30c, each; $2.50 per dozen.

Azaiea Mollis (Harpy)—Among the rarest and choicest of size. They bloom from midsummer until frost, ata time all garden flowers. Great flaming masses of bloom are when few other shrubs are in bloom. Fine-for cemetery produced by these new Hardy Azaleas, making a show planting or growing upon the lawn. In Europe this is the glory of which one cannot deseribe. Suffice it to say the most popular of all flowering shrubs. that the blossoms are often larger than the hot-house Clematis Davyidiana—{BusH CLEMATIS)—This is a lovely Azaleas, and more brilliant and fiery in colors, scarlet, species of Clematis.growing in a bush form three or four red, orange, yellow, pink, ete., often flamed and varie- feet high, and yielding through the summer great pani- gated in alovely manner. Perfectly hardy anywhere in cles of lovely blue flowers, which are exceedingly hand- the U. S. and the most brilliant fiowering shrub known. someand very fragrant. The folia

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Azalea Amonea—A uriant, and the beauty. It is per

Deutzia Lemoinei—This is the greatest recent novelty in flowering Shrubs. It makesa low compact bush which in June is loaded down with large. round, snowball-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

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Spirea, Anthony Waterer—A perpetua! bloomer, and suit-

able either for garden or pots. It is of a dwarf habit, flowering profusely when only a few inches in height, 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,

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long and nearly as thick through and last for two or three months, turning pinkish toward the last. No other shrub makes such ashow on the lawn or is so univer- sally admired. Grand for cemetery use, and always blooms finely the first summer.

fect, but when its myriads of long, tubular, rose-colored blossoms are out, bending every branch to the ground, we see one of the most magnificent flowers in ecultiva- tion. Donot miss it.

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Certificate of Inspection ot Nursery Stock.

This is to certify that the stock in the nursery of John Lewis Childs, of Floral Park, County of Nassau, State of New York, was duly examined in compliance with the provisions of

§ Seti 83 of the Agricultural Law and it was found to be apparently free from any contagious or infectious dis- ease or diseases, or the San Jose scale, or other dangerously injurious in-

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RARE FRUITS.

The Fruit Garden is an indispensable part of any rural home, Itisade-

light, a satisfaction, a convenience, a profit, and a source of the most

healthful and delicious food supply any family can have. Beginnings with

the Strawberry in May, the supplv is never exhausted until the last win- ter apples are used in May or June.

We have for years made a specialty of Choice Fruit Novelties, and have introduced nearly all the leading sorts for ten years past. The varieties here offered are all of recent introduction, and each and every oue possesses Sreat merit, The trees are young and thrifty and will make a very rapid growth and bear quickly. When fruit trees or shrubs are received before they cau be planted, they may be safely kept for any length of time by having the roots packed in boxes of moist soil and stored in a cool cellar or shed. Itis important to order fruit early, that they may be planted out before the foliage starts.

At prices named, we send strong, robust young stock by mail, postpaid; but by express we can send much larger trees, especially Peaches and Plums. Strawberries, Raspberries, Dewhberries, e¢tc., are of course as well sent by mail as by express, as far as Our fruit stock is all vigorous and healthy, and

whether you have it sent by mail or express, it will be sure to please you th and early bearing.

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Mammoth Glim This grows entirely unlike any othe r ‘ i is a rapid grower, trailing on the ground or upon trellises like Grape- vines, and under favorable conditions will grow 20 feet in a season. Canes are large and strong. Foliage large. healthy, thick. and ofa deep green color. Enormously productive and exceedingly early. opening three weeks before other varieties Fruit enormous in size, specimens often reaching 2% inches 1n length. Seed small and soft. Core small, very soft and palatable. In size and extra fine flavor sur- masses all other varieties of Blackberry. One of the finest Fruit Nov-

elties of recent years. It is unlike a Dewberry or any other so-calle ) each : 4 for $1,00; 10 for $2,00.

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running Blackberry ever introduced, 30c. ar a Tjyewberry The Gardena Dewberry.

A most wonderful Herry, ripening an immense crop of fruit sever- al weeks ahead ofanything else in the Blackberry line. Tn some loca- tions it ripens in May. Large, firm, of superior flavor, and very at- tractive, A rampant grower and may be trellised like Grapevines. Roots from tips like Cap Raspberries. Tnose who have grown it con- sider it to be the greatest berry ever introduced. It certainly isif ex~ treme earliness, enormous productiveness and finest quality count for anything, 30c. each: 4 for $1.00: 10 for $2.00.

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Of all fruits known to cultivation. the Strawberry is con- ceded to be the most luscious, and isa universal favorite: yet itis not grown by one-half the people who might grow it just as well as not. It is but a few hours work to planta 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 compared with the luscious ruby beauties, fresh and ripe, from the vines. The following are the very best varieties in cultivation—the cream of all—in- cluding extra early, medium and late sorts.

The Strawberries we offer are all perfect flowered, and the jinest varieties yet introduced.

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Mornings Star. THE GREATEST STRAWBERRY NOVELTY.

Morning Star is the most remarkable berry, and was orig- inated by M. 1. Thompson, who first grew Lady Thompson. Morning Star is 10 days earlier than thatextra early sort (Lady Thompson.) twice as large, splendid color, good ship- per, a Jong and continuous bearer, and about the finest fla- vored berry yet grown. In short, ithas all the extra good qualities of later sorts, combining size, beauty, productive- ness and flavor, witha ripening season fullya week or ten days earlier than any other. Withall these advantages one can readily appreciate its value for both family and market use. There has been no fruit novelty in recent years so val- uable as this. Offered last year for the first time, and intro- ducedonly by us. Itisa strong, vigorous and healthy grow- er. 80c. per doz. ; $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000.

Great Washington.

The real giant among big Strawberries. This improved new sort originated in the State of Washington. Samples. which we received in February, were potted, and bore fruit in April. Several hundred plants planted out in April fruit- ed fairly well, though no fruit was expected the first season. The berry is not only the very Jargest and_handsomest. in cultivation, but by all odds the best flavor, It is also a great cropper, and vines are extremely healthy and vigorous, a merit not possessed by_any other very large sort, What more need be said? It is certainly one of the grandest Strawberries ever introduced. 175¢. per doz.; $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1,600.

A Great Fruit Collection for $4.00.

For only $4:00 we will send at our expense all the fruits offered in this eatalogue as follows: 24 Strawberries, 12 of each kind. I Mammoth Climbing Blackberry, 1 Gardena Dewberry, 4 Raspberries, 1 of each, I Phenomenal Hybrid Berry, 3 Blackberries, 1 of each, Tree Currant, I Brown Turkey Fig, I Dwarf Rocky Mountain Cherry, I Japan Chestnut, 2 Peaches, 1 of each. I Fourth of july Plum. At regular rates they amount to $5.20, and make a fine collection of rare new varieties.

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Berry Phenomenal. Originated by Luther Burbank. .

Of this Mr. Burbank says: “This is larger than the larg- % est berry ever before known. Ithasa bright crimson Rasp- berry color, is as productive as could be desired, and the most delicious of a!l berries for canning and drying. The berries grow in clusters of 5 to 10 or more each, and the in- dividual berries measure 3 inches around one way, by 4 in- ches the other way, and weigh one-quarter ounce each; even largerones were weighed and measured last season.” We have found this berry to be all that is claimed for it—phe- nomenal in every. particular. An expert pronounces this +6 , ' y »\ Aye “the greatest wonder of all.” It tastes and looks like both COPYRIGHTED |g , } ( < ! ) the Raspberry and Blackberry. It is one ofthe most remark- Xugs | / : E : ’ able of all new fruits seen during this generation. A berry of sterling worth in every particular. It is twice as large and in every way superior to the new Logan berry which is being so highly praised, 30c. each; 4 for $1.00.

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The following are the best known varieties, embracing

a range of different colored fruits, black, red, yellow, ete.

All fine hardy sorts.

Salmon Cluster—A cap yariety offered now for the first time. It isa vigorous and hardy sort, producing enor- mous crops of fruit. the berries being of a pure salmon or orange color, and borne in immense clusters. A real- ly novel and superb sort.

Cardinai—A new berry of great merit. Itis the most hardy and vigorous of all Raspberries, often growing 10 to 15 feet in a season, and standing any degree of frost and drought. It is propagated by tips, and'its productiveness is most astonishing, We know of no variety that can compare with itatall. The} »s are large, dark red, firm as to texture, with an a ible, pure, rich flavor, which is brought to its highest perfection when canned or oe roked, Phe most pri ifie of any berry known, the fruit fairly hanging in masses f

Columbian—A Raspberry of t »a height of 10 to 16 fee i dy. vy hardy and vigorous. Fruit lar “ed, with small seeds. A cap variety, never suckers: increas »d by tips.

King, or Kansas—The king of all Black Cap berries. Me- dium early: large size, great productiveness, ¢ xcellent quality, and perfect hardiness make itsuperior to any other variety.

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: Finest Blackberries. Bverbearing Tree—For a Blackberry it is the largest, finest flavored, most prolific, fruiting fortwo months, and re- quiring no stakes. It grows five feet high, branching freely into a fine tree form, straight and erect. The ber- ries are of enormous size, borne in large clusters, which commence to ripen early in July and continue into Sep- tember. They are exceedingly sweet, juicy and delic- ious, melting in the mouth, without a particle of hard core. Its delicate flavor, great productiveness, enormous size, long season of bearing, and periect hardiness in the coldest part of the country make it the most valuable of all berries for family use.

Icebere—One of Luther Burbank’s greatest creations. 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. ters larger than those of Lawton; berries at leastas large; earlier, sweeter and more tender and melting through- out, though as firm as Lawton is, when ripe. No garden complete without this grand White Blackberry. It is a most deliciously sweet and prolific sort, and succeeds finely everywhere.

Sugarplum —A prolific fruiter, with large, handsome ber- ries that are sweet and delicious beyond expression, having no core. Begins ripening in July and continues in full bearing two months. Tron-clad in hardiness. superb novelty and one we ean highly recommend.

20e, each; the 3for d0c.; or $1.50 per dozene

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We were the first to call general attention to this most ilent fruit, and for several years now it has had with us a tremendous sale, and as faras we have heard has in every instance proved greatly satisfactory. Tt is a strong and rapid groy attaining a height of four to five feet and branching ly into afine synimetrieal tree form: single shoots olten grow four or five feet in one season.

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rant, combined with the acid of the C It isalmost sure to commence bearing the first year,

ill yield.a crop the second year. The fruit

ddle of July and continues to the mid- » berries being borne in clusters of four to twelve, and cling to the tree a long time after they are ripe, and itis ‘t, exemptfrom all Insects ravages. 90¢c. each; 3 for 50c.; $1.50 per dozen.

The Dwarf Rocky Mountain Cherry-

This is one of the most productive of fruits. It is not un- common to pick 15 to 20 quarts of fruit from a three-year-olt bush. and 80 cherries have been counted on a branch 12 in- ches in length, from a two ar-old bush. The fruit, when ripe. is jet-black, and of a size as shown in cut. In flavor, it is much like the sweet cherries; ye, is eoneeded su- perior to any other variety. It is ornamental as well as use- ful. both in flower and fruit. It bears every year, grows toa height of four feet, and has never been affected by insect or disease. fi

rant. and certainly yi begins to ripeu the die of August, the |

On account of its small growth it can be grown in a little space, where there would not be room to planta larg- er growing Cherry or other tree. and is a superb thing to plant on the Jawn oramong shrubbery. As it blooms and hears fruit when only a foot high, it may be grown in @ pot, if desired, like the Otaheite Orange. 25c. each; 5 for $1.00.

tO ? Ae 4 y Fig Brown ‘Furkey.

Good grower, with luxuriant growth of large, wide leaves, and bearing at a year old an abundance of sweet, pulpy fruit, unsurpassed for eating fresh. They are also very fine for preserving or pickling, ortodry. South of the Middle States can be grown in the open ground. Here, on Long Island, they are hardy outdoors, if proteeted during winter. Nothing more luscious than Figs. fresh from the tree, especially when eaten with cream, lke Strawberries, Brown Turkey is large, oblong, dark brown: rich and delie- ious flavor: very productive, often bearing three crops in a season. A two-year-old tree of this sort bore over two hun- dred fine Figs. The hardiest and best Fig for gardenor pots. 25¢. each.

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Ghestnut, Japan Giant

Introduced recently from Japan, and a Chestnut of enor- mous size, the nuts averaging four to six times larger than our American variety, and it is not unusual for burrs to con- tain four to seven of these large, perfect nuts. They are al- most sure to commence bearing the second year after plant- ing, no matter how small the tree may be. They mature their fruit early,and it drops at the first touch of frost. Enor- mously prolific, tree highly ornamental, and will prove an

attractive and novel thing on anyone’s place, 30c, each; 4 for $1.00,

Two Grand Peaches.

Junetipe—This great novelty is by far the earliest Peach known and by far the best of all early Peaches. In the latitude of New York it begins to ripen end of June, and unlike other early sorts the fruit is very large. handsome

and delicious. Color deep rich velvety crimson, mingled with beautiful creamy yellow. It is the richest colored peach ever grown. Quality first class in every respect, and about a month earlier in ripening than any other Peach. Very hardy, vigorous, and a sure annual bearer. We have fruited this Peach for three years and can strongly recommend it in every particular. Size and quality much ahead of any other early sort. 1 year trees He eae ; 4 for $1.00; 9for $2.00.: 2-year trees 60¢c. each;

BULBS AND PLANTS FOR 1906. Ib 1

NEW PEACH JUNERIPE.

Holderbaum—This champion of all Peaches originated in 1880 in Somerset, Pennsylvania, one of the heighest and coldest points on the Alleghany Mountains, where the mereury often drops to20 degrees below zero. The origi- nal tree is now 25 feet high and 10 inches in diameter at the base. with foliage surpassing anything ever before seen in the nature of a Peach. The leaves are of a dark, heavy green, measuring from 8 to 10 inches iu height. It has one valuable advantage in the peculiar character of its blossoms, which never open out like those of other varieties, but remain closed, withaheayvy growth of moss-like fuzz covering the young Peach and protecting it from heavy spring frosts. The size of the matured fruit is immense, many specimens measuring from 12 'to 14 inehes in cireumterenee. In color it is a light cream- yellow, with a beautiful red cheek on the sunny side. In texture it is very firm, of fine quality, and a perfect free- stone. The pitis very small and the flesh light yellow, streaked with red from the surface to the center, and of most exquisite flavor. It ripens about August 15, thus making it one of the earliest of all freestone varieties For hardiness, vigorous growth and long life, it is cer- tainly a wonderful Peach.

Price 30c. each; 2 for 50c.; or $2.50 per dozen,

New Japan Plum.

Fourth of July—It is an enormously prolific Plum, of medium size, and very beautiful. Quality, extra fine. rich, juicy and highly flavored, but its point of greatest yalue is its extreme earliness. It ripensatend of June or early in July, and has been most appropriately named, Fourth of July. No other Plum ripens so extremely early, and it is, therefore, of immense value. 30c. eacli; 4 for$1.00; 15 for $3.00. 2 year trees 60c. each; 2 for $1.00.

One each of the two: Peaches and Plain for 75e,

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Tt is a round, emery-covered tool suitable for sharpen- ing all sorts of knives, especially Christie and other peculiar knives, which cannot be ground or honed, A few strokes of a knife on this sharpener is sufficient to give ita keen edge, no matter how dull it.may be. For ecarving-knives or for kitchen use it is worth its weight in gold: the best thing in use. By mail, postpaid, 20e. each; 3 for 50e.

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It is with great pleasure that we offer this, the greatest | of all compounds for destroying insects of every kind and description. Itisa paste, a teaspoonful of which is dissolved | ina pint of warm water (or a tablespoonful ina quart of water). With this water the infeste: plants are sprayed, washed, syringed or sprinkled. It kills every insect with | which it comes in contact, on the spot: also, their eggs and | jarvee. Those which escape its touch die afterwards, b | feeding upon the slant which has been syringed. Thoug so destructive to all insect life, itis non-poisonous and harm- | less to vegetation when diluted as directed. It dissolves quickly and readily in cold water. It is a great discovery and is absolutely sure death te every form of insect life at

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Here we offer_ Flower 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, 214 inches, 2oc. per dozen; per 100, $1.00.

Size, 244 inches, S0c. per dozen; per 100, $1.25.

> Size, 3 inches, 55c, per dozen: per 100, $1.50. Size, 4 inches, 50¢e. per dozen; $2.00 per 100. By mail, postpaid, at above prices.

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All about this most lovely class of window plants—Chi- nese, Obconica, and other kinds How to grow, ete. 5c. per

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__, All about Peonies and their culture, with descriptive list of newest and best kinds. 5c. per copy.

EVERLASTING FLOWERS. La Mance,

Telling how to grow. cut, dry and make up into bouquets,

ete., all kinds of Everlasting Flowers and Ornamental

Grasses. 5c. per copy.

THE CARNATION

Allabout the beautiful and popular Carnation, history,

culture, propagation, ete. 5c, per copy.

THE ASTER

All about the Aster, history,

as cut flowers, ete. 5c. per copy.

THE NASTURTIUMS La Mance

Different classes of the Nasturtiums, all ways of growing them, how to arrange as cut flowers. 5¢. per copy,

THE CLOXINIA Rexford,

Popularity, nativity and development, growing from

seed, or from bulbs. General methods of cultivation, ete.

5¢. per copy. THE SWEET PEA Family or natural order, history, culture in srowlng in pots, etc. 5e. per copy. ; THE DAHLIA Ia Mance, Classification and history, all forms of culture. growing from seed or tubers, the different classes, ete, 5c. per copy. THE VIOLET La Mance. Genealogy of the’ Violet, Napoleon and the Violet, Violets of to day, different classes, culture, ete. 5c. per copy, THE VERBENA Keech. Genealogy, present day popularity, culture, cut flowers, as a house plant, ete. 5c. per copy. PLEASURE GROUNDS Jaenicke.

How to lay out pleasure grounds, grouping of trees and shrubs. Perennials, with list of finest varieties, ete. 5¢. copy.

HOLLAND BULBS La Mance.

_ How to grow them in house or garden, with detailed directions for cultivation, ete, 5c. per copy.

CULTIVATION OFFAVORITE PLANTS Jaenicke, The best plants for house or garden and how togrow them. 6e, per copy.

Iyynch,

La Mance.

La Mance: modern varieties, culture,

La Mance, all its details,

DEC is 1905 oe INDEx.2%

FLOWER SEEDS.

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Col. Plate. 26 Anchusa 51] Cleome.......-------- 11| Gerbera...-.-.--:---- 99 | Musk Pian ees > 39 Scabiosa. 2 Antirrhinum ......-- o9 | Commelina.....:.--. 10 Gypsophila. . 51 | Myosotis......--.--2. 16 Shoo Fly Plant....., 2% ArctotiS....-------+:° COSMOS ...-+++++2+++- 13] Hibiscus.... Myosotis.-..0....+55 18 Shrubs....... seeee 52 Artemisia . Cobeea..-...-+-02e22-+ 36 | Heliotrope Ne emo phil. ++-~ ee PST (Ce ee er Aster... ---- 9 Cockscomb ........-- 11| Helichrysum | Nigella... eae, Snapdragon ....:.... 9 Asparagus.......---- 48 | Coleus..:-.----~ +++" 46 | Hollyhock | Nicotiana.....Cover. 4n Stokesia.... . 42 Aquilegia....-.-.---- 41 | Cypress Vine. _, 34| Honeysuck } Nicotiana ---. i Stocks ..... 26 Anemone .--+e--eeee 38 Cyclamen Gee eases 45 Hyacinthus.. spee pers Nymphia......-.---- Streptocart 49 Ampelopsis....---++- 52| Dahlia ..--.----+.+--- 38 Hep. WAS Se Se | Génothera.........--. Sunflower ve Uh Balsam j..sevcctthe 101 Daturas --<ac0 0 smeoe iG \ilris. teen ee eee » | Oleander Swainsonia.......2.. 49 Roan se - eee 34| Delphinium .....-- 32-42 eae Vine | Oxalis Sweet William....... a2 43 | Dianthus ........-.-- S31 Lantern Plante: 222001 Paniycccccec bene cer 31 | Lhunbergia -.-..---- 26 99 | Digitalis.........---- 42 | Larkspur ....-------- ; { Passiflora.. : Prees...-- --+.--+5.-- 52 Diamond Flower.... 15 | Lilium...-------+-+-- 83°) Palotss! eet tae Pritoma..... Col. Plate. Eschscholtzia.......- 51| Linum.....--.-----42 51 | Perilla.----.-.- srr Go| Verbena....-.....-- 27 Everlastings.... ..-- 39 | Lantana .... Col. Patinia- Se, Vinea ... -- 51 Fenzlia........-.:---- 51} Lemon V erbena..... 46 | Pea, Sweet.......--2 “og | Violet ....--- - 50 Feverfew .--.---+---- 15 | Lawn! Grass,.....--.- 52 | Pea, Perennial....... 4 Wallflower........... 33 at lace Sees doit fPomeees2 ae eee 46 | Linaria 16 | Pea, Trailing....---. 51| Water Lilies......--- 17 Calceolaria ........-- 44| Freesia...-..--++.-++- 38 | Lychnis 51 | Phacelia.... c Weather Plant...... 51 Callacceeroceeee sees 45 | Fuchsia.. abelia 16 | Phioxssceceeceeaee Wistaria 194 Caladium....---+-+++: 92 | Gesneria..... = Maples... .-- 2. ataceer 52 | Platy ;codon.--. - 5 Xeranthemum Keeps 39 Campanula....... -- 42} Genista.. .-----+---- Marigold 17 \Picotee. cc. ooteese os # | Zinnia.,......-.. 28 VEGETABLE SEEDS. z Page Page Page Page AsparaguS....-.----- 59 | Corn, Pop.. ...... 67 | Ground Cherry....-- 84 | Okra... 2. -- 2 seen <= Sage:...---..-c-00s0-- Oe Bean... «-++-+-++++:- ae | Corn, Field. . PS Foner g1-82 | Gourd.........------- Rs | ‘ONION .o-. =. === == 58-72-84 <A Ete Beet conser ee 62 | Cross eee ga | HerbS-. 2.5. ----00--=- 74 | Parsley.....---------- 75 | Spinach........ Brussels Serene 66 | Cucumber -.....--- 35-93 | Rale......--s-+--2e2- 66 | Parsnip......-------- 75 | Squash Cabbage. ..-.--.58-64-65 | Dandelion = FonicHabioh sane 65 | Peanut emer S 74 | Strawberry Carrot.. : | Tagrer sPlanit besaee ee 54-68 Lawn Grass lili 5a | Pea......---2.--ce-e2- 73 | Teosinte ..... Cauliflower. | Bea ees 54-68 | Lettuce ....- 56-69 | Pepper...---+------=" 74 | Tobacco ... Celery ..-----2-e-+++ MdivVe 2..-2-0+s7+* 66'| Teek ~2...:-2--------- 66 | Pumpkin ....------ 54-75 | Tomato.........---78-19 Geleriac. eee eee = | Forage Plant........ 83 | Melons......--- -59- vere Radish.......----==.- 76 | Turnip......--- ani Corn, Sweeé....---- 57-07 | Garden Lemon... pp 7 | Millet. ..----.---+---> Rhubarb.....-..----- 58 Vine GACH! cc. BULBS PLANTS, SHRUBS; FRUITS, ETC- Page Page Page ? Page Achilles =. -.c2<.--e 122 Canna eens 404-105 | Fureraa...-.-----++ = 132 | Madeira Vine....---- 103 | Rudbeckia.......--.-128 Amaryllis..-.. 7100 | Cacti.....----:-++---- 136 | Genista......------++- 132 | Milla . _ ee. ..107 | Resurrection Plant.139 Anemone......------103 Cape Jessamine...-- 129 Geranium. ee 134 Montbretia . Raspborry.....--+--- 148 : ae ies Carnation ...-.------ yas | Gladiolus.. 3 to99 | Oleander.. Sanseveria .. ee) Azalea.....0.. .<-2--=% q28 | Caladium.......-. 92- 106 Gloxinia Sauromatum. 113 ; Azalea, Hardy......- 144] C Jhrysanthemum122-129 Grapes... Shamrock... ...-----189 Achimenes..---- --- 39 | Cinnamon Vine..... 118 | Ge sneria. Spider Lily....-..-.-03 ~ Amorphophalilis.. ...113 Clematis..-..--+- j9i-144 | Grass Bulbous...... Surprise Coll....--.- 6 Asparagus.-....-.+--- 139 | Cooperia..-.-..------ 101 | Grevillea....Col. 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Plams.- hee ste 151 | Violets. ....- Chestnut z Bucharis.. : ..e- 89 | Lilies... ..2.--..-& § Queen Lily ---------- 122 | Valotta...----- Currants.....- Fern Le saf Tre ene 145 | Lily-of-Vall’y P't..--1: 36 | Roses...-..---- 140 to a Wistaria. ..--- Wallmoree.-*- (85-126-1 133 | Lemon....---+-++++-- 143 }] Rhubarb. . P Weigelia ....- Candytuft.......--.-.122 143-150 | Lantana -..------+-+- 1311 RB ‘anunculus.. eee Bay | Ze phyranthes

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12 Beautiful Souvenir Postal Cards of Floral Park for 70c.

* * * *~ * * Almost every child and many adults now make collections of Sotvenir Postal Cards, which are both inter- esting and instructive. We have prepared 12 fine souvenir eards of Floral Park, showing all of the best views of * * Ls * * x *

our Buildings, Park and Lawn Views, Fields and Beds of Flowers, including a Fine Portrait of Mr. John Lewis Childs, all in be autifu! half-tone tints. These cards have been gotten up for the benefit of our customers

who may wish them for their collections, or to send to friends, and we aim to supply them as nearly at cost price as

possible. We send the 12 cards in a neat package by mail, sana for only ro cts.

Address all orders, etc.,

JOHN LEWIS CHILDS, Floral Park, N. Y-

THIS CATALOGUE 1S PRINTED SY THE MAYFLOWER PRESSES, FLORAL PARK, AND IS COPYRIGHTED BY JOHN LEWIS CHILDS.