Historic, archived document Do not assume content reflects current scientific knowledge, policies, or practices. 7 @ a 1 4 : A . \ : L, ad Mg f - a Zh" SS , g ‘ a4 i y y = y » 2 | é au 3 A | | f { 4 / / f v4 VAS, 1 . \ 4 a , _ ma . x ss : \ 4 4 /\c# G ‘ k la il A A 4 : | I XD A ty si PS/ -f f / & M4 io y a cn gg ony ‘ Z f { f ~~ ab a BOR — \ ; y sf , { {. yy “PA pa a BD LAB Best ay | ——— ae we A> a A ) oe AA FO we Fe y y 4 ] y A ale & “EXTRA EARLY CHIEF CAULIFLOWER fA PR Tse | BUCKBEE'S SPOT CASH TOMATO | be PKT.IOG & ! wid iildedddvldiivtdeii > + fa, Vast ; H.W. BUCKBEE’S / 15%. - : WHOLESALE TRADE LIST OF ..98ceds In Bulk. ROCKFORD SEED FARMS, ROCKFORD, ILL., U. S. A. To the Trade: For the past twenty-two years I have taken a pride in producing and supplying the market with the finest line of seeds known in the history of seed farming. My seeds are cele- brated the world over for their high germinating qualities and purity. You can rest assured that it will be a great pleasure to have you call and inspect my Rockford Establishments. Thanking you for past orders and soliciting ¢ a continuance of same, | remain, | ° =i Z Yours for success, H. W. BUCKBEE. c Terms: \. 3< a ee ee oe ee Cash with all orders, or satisfactory bank reference. -The quotations in this list are intended for the Wholesale Trade only, and are subject to change without notice. Give shipping instructions with allorders. Prices given are for delivery F. O. B. cars, Rockford, Ill. Bags, boxes and barrels charged at value, and are not returnable. SEEDS BY MAIL.—When desired, small packages will be forwarded by mail at 8 cents per pound; 15 cents per quart, extra. AAARARARARARAAARARAAARARAAARARAAARARBAARARAAARARARAAARAAARARAAARARBAARA BEANS. Be t : qt. 4%bu. bu. qt. 4bu. ‘bu. Buckbee’s Improved Extra Early Valentine...........2... $ .12 $ .70 #2. DOM EG Dee Su CLL CEIOM Wickes oa ee eens enue nt Seeds 15 .90 3.00 New Dwarf Horticultural or Cranberry.......... Sal one iii) Challenge Extra Early Black A ai cae tet ieces ee Ne 15. 270) 2/50 HFA Sg WML O Way Row an2 >. ete teas cr saonccoieacesnececees 000 Hernye SHDetLOLtAWiak ere SAU ta, S70 Volos New Extra Early Refugee. 10.60 ClraleZSMRUS EVE TOOL) Wid Rega: cet eeeesee en Penge byedanr dl) Early Red Valentine... 10.60 Maule’s Butter Wax.......... alee 90) White Valentine...... 12>. .70. Improved Golden Wax 14.70 Round Yellow Six We 12°. .65 TANG Kan Whur cote cee een BK Seeker) Refugee. or 1.000 to 1 10.60 German Wax, White 14 70 TRIES): Giri Jee a pe eo a 15.65 Crystal White Wax 15°80 Improved Long Yelloy 10.60 SPC CKMC OM Wiaikeccnst eccenen een ne JoeaNc Buckbee’s Electric aeee ja tA New Violet Flageolet Wax.... S premo) by aartell) Early China Red Eye.........:. 10.60 New Valentine WwW DRE : Pe SL De SUD Early Royal Dwar Kidney ee 10.60 Rogers’ New Lima Wax.. 20 1.20 4.00 Improved Large White Marrow... oe AOS Sn OU, White Dutch Case Knife... Papert yee UD aee hyp) IPLOMNCEUGeCeY BEAN... ee cope LO 27.00, Golden Andalusia............... ... »20'°1,20 4:00 Navy Bean (Sekect)..........2.21... 10.60 Bismarck Black Wax... etl empleo tol) New Stringless Green Pod............ 15.80 IDEA FEN Ab chee a ie elon LeU0rtont oO: New Jackson Wonder Bush Lima.....2......... AV). 2 5 G710) Note ee New Early Black Lima A AU sd be ite Henderson’s Bush Lima......0..2.222. 20 1.00 3.50 Childs’ Horticultural Lima ... 18 1.00 3-75 Burpee’s Bush Lima...... Payee RU leOQr to." 0 Buckbee’s New Holstein......... . -20. 1:20 4:00 Yellow Eyed Wax........ 14° 9 370,225 Goldeni @ Manip loser ee ay ae eas os a one ech ete es 18 1.00 3.75 Black Eyed Wax......... 14° 70) 2.25 Kentucky Wonder or Old Homestead...i2.....02 ne -18 1.00 3.75 eeIU Rp NVC: VV Akita oy. fo-ce-seseee a see oe 1404 2720 Spo Mee. TeA by ab aK eceacie tres oem as iepennee ne see On 1, 008-3.10, Buckbee’s Rust Proof Golden Eyed Wax... 18 .90 3.00 nig tbh ile ty olla ene. ee ken ree rear ns Bee al 002s onto New, Davis Wd Sib.c.. 0. Ie NS eee Sete LD e On 2.00, Red Speckled Cut Short or Corn Hill... Pie ese ten AA eo a) Buckbée’s Rust Proof Golden Wari 2 ne 18 .90 3.00 Extra Early King of the Garden Lima... .. 20° 1.20°° 4.00 New Prolific German or ie br oved Black Waxk! 22 ...44.: 15 >.70° 2.50 rata yee bra ORVILLE Ly) Tm aie see coe se aero ..- .20~ 1.20: 4,00 Improved White Wax or Butter... ...............50.. 1/1155" .701-250' | Seibert’s' Early Lima............ wn, see 1,40! 4550 New Yosemite Mammoth Wakx...........0.2...02000.000h pint UU mLOO Maer leu ING WW aVVLLLO Wielue ai Misa ae cc: tee. cc 250s toe cnats ee ees a ee -20 1:20 4.00 Wardwell’s Kidney Wax...... .... Lapis 0" 250! >|) New. Jersey, Extra ‘Harly Wima 2s cn. .20 1.20° 4.00 New Flageolet Wax......-....2....... 15-1 2.50) | Dreer’s Improved Lima: ..:..2....... ES .. .20. 1.20 4.00 Keeney's Rustless Golden Wax ......-.--2..000A.. 18 .90 3.00 Challenger Lima...2.....0....... 20° 1.20. 4.00 ING WeRe Luge GSW ax .coiitisi:.Ssc2:esssis a... 20 .90 3.00 | London Horticultural Pole. 18 1.00 3.75 eaddle, Back W aX: s.2..:-.:5.:s0s2022 aaa she Ae OH. SOTTO 00. Buckbee’s New Golden Lima...:... pkg. 10c, 12 pkgs. $1.00. GretiellissRuwst. Proofs Wreatay 2928 is 20 creda. Meaenentee isin 570) 250) st a Special Wholesale Price List. SWEET CORN-—Selected. qt. 24bu. bu. SET TGROEKES CORBPES): %4bu. bu. Buckbee’s First Of Alle. g. 82. one nce ecnnetenenen onrennttene = $ .15 $ .60 $2.00 | Buckbee’s Great Bonanza_ r _....5. Bs .50 sas0 Buckbee’s Best of All. se we 15.60 2.00 Mammoth White French. ' Buckbee’s “Private Stock” “Ev ergreen. 15.60 2.00 Colossal Mextia: Mab ly CORY sa) pe sessetines senna sereee mnwe <3 a nee JeQUSale WF... Oe... = a oe - Early White Cob Cory. . AZ .50 1.5 Extra Early Adams. a = me ASPARAGUS. 441b-° Tb. Early Minnesota......................--.-.-- F 50 C = z Ballard’s Early Chicago Market. 10.40 1.25 | ey WO Feo. casemate. 25 ee ieee 3 “15 = 235 Early Crosby SPE ee Nabe ney see eri a - 10 .40 1.2 New Palmetto crc = ran 2s Extra Early Vermont.. --- -12 .50 1.50 Barris Mammoth . a Siablershanlye ee 12.50 -1.50' | Gonover's Colossal... “15 Early Adams or Burlington. oe ae ot Lt 5 Shakers Large Early........... .... gat Hs, 50 | areas. ra pg oar ASPARAGUS acs 23 100 1000 Early Marblehead _. 12 .50 1.50 | New Columbian Mammoth White ....._. Pit en ee Ee TT 1) New Honey Sweet... 15 .60 1.75 | Conover’s Colossal — Perry's Hybrid.............. 10.50) 1.50 New Palmetto_.._.... Moore’s Early Concord.. 10 .40 1.25 | Barr’s Mammoth... Wiaick: Mexicans Nw cee ee 12. 50 1:50) || Donald’s Elmira... Se ee ee eee Potter’s Excelsior, or Squantum Sb: 260s Amber Cream.............---- ae . 15 60 17 | BEET. 141b. Tb. Everbearing - -15 .60 1.7 | Buckbee’s Sunset. ....2.000..-2ecceeeeeeeeeee- = _$ .15 $ .50 Bonanza ......... 10.50 1.50 | Dewing’s Improved Blood Turnip. 10.20 Ne Plus Ultra....... 10.50 1.50 | Improved Extra Early Eclipse... 10.20 Washington Market. 15.60 1.75 | Edmand’s Early Blood Turnip... 10 .20 Improved Shoe Peg.. 10.50 1.50 | Improved Early Blood Turnip. 2a KO PEO py plane eee S Told See o0P 79 4 | Pen tz} Blood) Lurnip Se ee ee ee 10.20 Pecand Kayo ae - -10 .50 1.50 | Crosby’s Early Egyptian. 10.25 Livingston’s Evergreen 3 - +15 .60 175 | Detroit Dark Red Turnip. = 10 2220 Zig Zag Evergreen............... -- +15 .60 175 | New Early Bassano........ ee UA emer |) Country Gentleman. - 10 .50 150 | Bastain’s Blood ES - 10 .20 Old Colony....22. =. - 15 .50 1.75 | New Electric. 10.25 Improved Ruby... _ 15 .60 1.7 | Market Gardeners... 10.25 ‘Buckbee’s Hickox...... -- -10 .50 1.50 Improved Late Blood Turnip... 10 © .20 Stowell’s Evergreen. -- +12 .50 1.50 | Buckbee’s Improved Long Blood . 10. Mammoth Sugar............ --. -15 .50 1.75 | Buckbee’s New Half Long Blood.......... 10.25 Sweet Conmton od Cer. ce cee re ene ee -10 .35 1.00 | Buckbee’s Early Egyptian Blood Turnip -.. 40 95 Columbia’! 2!s¢s.5.22.1..5 ee ee ee 210 SS POP BUST The Bismarck.. 15 35 Buckbee’s Snowball...........-.-..---.--- 20 1.25 4.00 hee Sr One a = Mapledale Prolific.. : mens) iz 4.00 | Black Queen. 15 135 Bicone te ad fa eat ie a Swiss Chard or Sea Kale... ~ 110.20 New Red Beauty. 7 (20 1:25 4.00 Extra Early Egyptian Blood Turnip........-.-..--0- ee 10 gee 20. DB} IEKOV SIDE Hanoy ene |e on Se ee ee rorey meereetaceeene sceereeeecet -20 1.25 4.00 BEETS— Mangels. FIELD CORN. Buckbee's Mastadon: ca ae Se = or Blick bee’S New COloSSall ees: ces aces see wae ee eens eee aee 20 .60 250 | Giant Holstein... 14 Buckbee’s Early Gold Mine...._...._..-...... -- -15 .40- 125 | Buckbee’s Mammoth Long Red 4 14 -Buckbee’s Great Western Yellow Dent. 15 .40 1.25 | New Golden Tankard... 5 12 Buckbee’s Great Western White Dent.. -- -15 .40 1.25 | Golden Monarch......... .. 14 Western Yellow Dent...........-....--..-. -- -10 .30 1.00 | Champion Red Globe . . 12 ——————towa silver Mine ... -15 .40 1.25 | Champion Yellow Globe. 12 New Early Klondike. 15.50 1.75 | New Imperial Sugar _ y .14 Western White Dent. 10.30 1.0 (| Long Yellow... .. 7 12 Improved Pride of the } : . .10 .30 1.00 | Yellow Ovoid t 2 Ne walic amin pee eee -10 .30 1.00 | Giant or Monarch : 12 New White Cap Yellow Dent - 10 .30 1.00 | Orange Globe... “2 Extra Early Huron Dent...... - -10 .30 1.00 | Giant Intermediate x -12 Chester County Mammoth. WAOtT-30T 1005 | Sviellow Mevia thane.) sete i rl vey cn eens Sieeemnoeirt seems 12 Towa Gold Mine...............- 10 = .30 1.00 Riley’s Searches = Z ag ay Hi CABBAGE. Boone County Prolific.......... j Z Clark's New Early Mastadon.. 10 501.00 Huckbece’s See Cnet Roe Se eaeciat ae oS ACK ON ya Ma oa eae ee ene ce ener - ROOD I ee et ee Fae nae aR 1. a ret aaaa > aoe eee True Extra Early Large Yellow Yankee.. 10% 30 -1.005| elie Cae a ee Extra Early King Philip................... 10 30 1.00 | 55 vf Beslese DES- 33 wd True Thoroughbred Rural White Fli 10 .30 1.00 marly Large York. 30 6D Buckbee’s Giant Ensilage 10.30 1.00 Early Dwarf Flat Dutch. "30 90 PEAS Vandergaw or Midsummer -30. .90 c Henderson’s Succession.. .30 .90 Buckbee’s Lightning Express... ...--.-2- 2 ----- 2-2 wecenee enn 18 .90 3.00 | Filderkraut -30 © .90 Earliest of All, or Alaska... 4 RS 2255 Henderson’s Early Sprin -50 1.50 Buckbee’s Selected First and Best. 12. .70 2.25 | New Dutch Winter, or Hollander (true). -60 2.00 New MaudsGic- os ee 12 -.70 2.25 | Buckbee’s Great Dane......-.-.-...-----0..---- -60 2.00 Extra Early Philadelphia............... 12.70 2.25 The Lupton (true)......... -... -30 1.10 Buckbee’s Extra Early Tom Thumb. . -18 .90 3.00 | Buckbee’s New Race Horse.. -50 1.50 True American Wonder.................... . 18 .90 3.00 | True Early Jersey Wakefield -40 1.25 McLean’s Little Gem.......... . -15 .80 2.50 | Charleston Wakefield _......... -30 1.00 Extra Early Premium Gem. 15 .80 2.50 Extra Early Winningstadat.. 2% .7D Nott's Excelsior.................- spehO ee SU sed 00 ie PAN LN Ga Ges br ar lyse ne eee ee -30 = .90 First and Best..... --- -12 .60 2.00 | Henderson’s Early Summer.. -30 .90 Grant's Favorite... -............ 1g .90 3.00 | Gregory’s All Seasons......... -30 90 Horsford’s Market Garden.. - -15 .80 2.50 | Buckbee’s Faultless... 40 1.25 Bliss’ New Everbearing..... - -15 .80 2.50 | Burpee’s Surehead.. -30 1.10 TelepHone .......-.:-.---0--5.: . 18 ~.90 3.25 | Fottler’s Improved B 30.90 Abundance . Mola) 20 62-00 | GolidtGouth. =) eee ee -30 .90 UNO ee . -18 .90 3.00 | Stone Mason Marblehead.. 30.8 Wm. Hurst........ .. . 18 .90 3.00 Large Late Drumhead.... -30 85 Duke of Albany. . -18 .90 3.00 | Marblehead Mammoth. 30° 85 Telegraph - M Sie 00 er. OO a eA aa Cara d oe PRL ee eae eee enone -30. .90 McLean's Advancer. 15 .80 250 | Buckbee’s Mammoth Late Flat Dutch.. .50 1.50 Admiral (fine) 15 .80 250 | Frotscher’s Superior Late Flat Dutch.. 50 1.50 Buckbee’s Mammoth Melting ugar: 18 .90 3.00 Mammoth Late Brideport Drumhead.. 40 1.25 Shropshire Hero DD BO! 2500 By Par Ti Ue ree aero -30 1.00 Heroine (fine)... _...... 18 .90 3.00 | Improved Large Late Flat Dutch. 30.90 Pride of the Market... 18 .90 3.00 Premium Late Flat ‘Dutch... td Startlenn- os 202 18 .90 3.00 Acme Large Late Flat Dutch -30 .90 Yorkshire Hero.. 15.80 2.50 | Red Dutch or Pickling..... ...... -30 =.90 Improved Champion ob England_ SRS ARNCRAD Perfection Drumhead Savoy.. 2 .90 Improved Stratagem................. --- 18 .90 3.00 Mammoth Red Rock........... 40 1.25 Mines Queene. -<-=-0 seen = = .-18°--.90 3-00 |--Fmproved! American Sa VO yes secre nee etanercept -30 1.00 Large White Marrowfat ...... 10. .50 1.50 Large Black we Marrowfat.. S10 BO 1.50 CARROT Ean ONE Ce eee - ,- -30 1.00 | Buckbee’s New Danyers. 10.30 Rural New Yorker. - +10 60 2.00 | Improved Intermediate.. 10.25 Carter’s First Crop............. 10.60 200 | Improved Long Orange 40 225 Extra Early Dan O’Rourke.. - -10 .60 2.00 | New Chantenay, or Model. 0) 205 Barly May .... SSS = a ft 2-00 | Ox Heart or Guerande..._. 10.2 Bear hy Reenter o enon anna ncnrnn wacenncecnmenceennnnmn om nccaaae -10 -60 2.00 | BiCeneE s Earliest Forcing ie se] | Half Long Danvers..........- - + : ARTICHOKE. 4ib. D. | Barly een Forcing - 10-30, Tic ieteXen Ca kote ul CSCO) ooo eo a sho ace ntee Ss soe -Ssaces Sesoteos! Bi s75 2.50 [ASE Waller y, ee s roaecas creep ere eam oe 10 = .25 Special Wholesale Price List. CARROT—Continued. 14 1b. Ib. MUSK MELON—Continued 14 1b. It OT PHO OG SUL Cement a: «=< saceteracnaake ste anee muse-ecseescqadccr ts! cdcumactehats 10 .25 | Golden Netted Gem ; ai es Long Red Altringham. Sch ek pee oe peed es10in ceo!) |uBUCKbee's Idealientnn fs ETS ea ec ER MRRER AY Re Early Scarlet Horn........ Pe Re ce eer. EOL eb, New Early Hackensack... aN 60 Plalteone SCAarletyNAMtes.. £60 0...c5, eescstcescscetuersh couse f ba} ads 25. Beck's New Columbus... aha eC BN ojo seaecrorare ely Re Buckbee’s Majestic........ “) 15 9.40 | Buckbee’s New Prolific Nutmee. Sa ee ee Buckbee's Victoria............ccn ‘15.40 | Chicago Market SI Sos Buckbee’s Improved Short White.... L025 Princesse eee nr aw RAP STCCT SRE NCE fe Rae ae Aa 0 od Large White VosgeS.............-.2...-- r 10 1:20 | Bay View........... note 0) SYA Sea a OY ce ay eee Mammoth White Belgian ... a3 os RSME 0u 20 Oban ions aise teen bi Ur Ginnlaoge sO si ou Pcie Mammoth wellowsbeleian=. :e Mente eee 10 .20 | Green Nutmeg... cl Pip ere a0 ) : MUMS! Cre animes tak eee em naire. Eps cai iat : "99 CAULIFLOWER. oz. 41. | Surprise ............ eas IBnekbeelspuxtrar marly Chiefs... .cecccschsrccssassceeees hoes coeds SPIO SS! O0! gee AID Dey te ae alees crea teen hea cane na pai Soo ioer QUsL-0D Buckbee’s Improved Barly Favorite, fine.......00...... 2... DALE VUIS OD GAN Ege ay ee eh hee cer mealies DeBoer rc A pea vee foie 1K, Buckbee's Improved Early Favorite, gooa ................-22.......-- -60 2.25 WATER MELON. Henderson's True Early Snowball............ 7D Oh 00 Buckbee’s Monte Cristo 5 Early Snowball, good stock... .............. TEQU S85: C0 an MIO TAC OO Lan alr] yee eee ape ane at te ae cn erin ic ec aegt eee 0 e Extra Early Dwarf Erfurt, extra fine stock. 1.50 5.00 | Phinney’s ®xtra Early... Sees ttg LEA ch sea Hae Dea Erfurt, good stock.......... 75 2.75 The Boss..... ee ee WOE Cas SIR SORTS SET a nea Pay nO 20 SeSEM DEWAN Ay TREMOR ec cctcs Bsc eondoeaeenees a ... .40 120 | Buckbee’s Ice Cream, or Peerless... ; cee MeINObM an GS SNHOLt Stems one ecscecoessnescccrcueesnisscnens by eas 40 1.20 | Georgia Rattlesnake, or Gypsy oh 30 CELERY Black Spanish... : Gigs sop . 4%. tb. Improved Mountain Sweet.. 10.20 New Golden Yellow Large Solid........ 0............ READS Priam $ .50-$1.60 | Mountain Sprout... 10.20 Golden Heart or Golden Dwarf... .. 25 .%5 | Kentucky Wonder (true).. yas ane 10.20 New Golden Self Blanching, fine... ZO P90. | SCalye Bar keen. Gs! crane Bap Pa “40 190 New Pink Plume..... .....0.2 0.0... ¥40) £120) e | pRleckleyisisweetsmtrue) asoe 1 eben Meee ae Peta 50 Buckbee’s Improved Golden Heart... ‘ ARS OFM OO Meueemian iG Ol des ata aGuialn OMA Ns Satie ayo al Sete 40. 120 New Giant Pascal...) ne SMUT ules | Delawaren cesses 40 120 New Kalamazoo... 2 75 | Florida Favorite. S108 20 New Rose... esoeNigo}. || POOSIer) King wer eres see nT eyo ateeee) Perfection Heartwell................. _. .B0 .80 | Buckbee’s Perfected Kolb’s Gem... ae ee a ets Improved White Plume, new Ree AN 1020ia) |p amin Other One Ola dite ce bi eine hs ela ihe eager 10.20 Boston Market........0cccccescceu MOINS Iv ites “| Seminolelan ees saes sii ene oe 1 O OD Crawford's Half Dwarf.. ‘95 (75 | Hungarian Honey _ 15.35 Large White Solid...................--. AOS Met s075 ol SRO UN CaWNICCR Clin erase een cat iene ens Chur iauenayy 10. .20 Celeriac or Turnip-Rooted Celery... -. .20. .60 | Gray Monarch, or Long Icing 10 20 Celeriac, Large Smooth Prague.........2.2.00....cccceeccscce cee eeceeeeee 30.90 cuban queen Paso oe ere ae Sint 10.20 WCC EMELE AT teeenn ean. Scab spat Rink ie it 25 CUCUMBER. Maule’s Wonderful Sugar Melon... Sails Ss Re aa a Buckbee’s New Rockford Pickle ...0.....2......c0.cceckeccseeeseeeeeeeeeee 20° 60 | Cole's Barly... eee - Sep eee . 15.35 Buckbee’s Monarch White Spine SAI Op Oe eee ee cee enn cehe te eceees sey cecooezecceveasee ceceeaze mean 15.35 Buckbee’s International............... 5 140 | Black Diamond............ 15.35 Roatan Crispeen soe "10 125 | Girardeau’s Favorite. 15.35 Thorburn’s New Everbearing.. "10 195 | Duke Jones.................. 15.30 Improved Long Green............ “10 «195 | New Dixie... 10.20 Early RUSS tate eee eee .10 .25 Jones’ True Jumbo. 15 30 Early Prolific Short Green - ~. 10 125 | Ruby Gold... 10.25 Pray Clusters =e eee “110. (32: | Kolb’s Gem.......... cece 10.20 Improved Chicago Pickle. ‘10 122 | Colorado Preserving. 10.20 ones Greenies ko "io 199 | Citron... eseteeeoes 08.20 Nichol’s Medium Green 10 125. | Pride of Georgia... --- +10 .20 Boston Pickling or Green Prolific.. FeO et oan go OL SOUS) C Mies Crna S Bees cee nseereen tae eee ocec nn eens eee eee 10.20 rlington Improved White Spine.. 10. = .25 Peerless White Sines eieaee e102 322 ONION—My own growth. Evergreen White Spine.... 10 .25 | Ohio Yellow Globe, “Private Stock”’........... sees sanee cates: (=) Less Hill’s Forcing White Spine........... 10 © .25 New Genuine Prizetaker.......... He 251290 Buckbee’s New Early Long Green.. 15 40° | Buckbee’s Red Giant... co .... .50 1.50 INE wahvOlyniin oo rl SS _. .20 .60 | Buckbee’s Mammoth Silver King... 225 75 New Japanese Climbing. 20.60 Buckbee’s Golden Globe Danvers.... -20. .60 New Parisian Prolific...... _.. .20 .60 | Buckbee’s Large Red Wethersfield.... 18 .50 VSG E LIPEWG Zs, (GH 6 Se) RS i eV ee .20 60 Oe OR oRCRE CHOW, Danvers. pee GEG} : elected Yellow Globe Danyers.......... eis Sir 50 EGG PLANT. oz. 140. NEW cree. Ah ieee -. 50° 1.50 Buckbee’s Improved Large New York Purple 8 .20 8 .70 Pe ED TN hs IAP cr Pe ectnre peseeggese -. +18 .50 Extra Barly one BEDS: Pp 15 8 “40 Buckbee’s Extra Early Combination... o55* 5021.50 Mein ae a 20 (69 | Selected Yellow Strasburg or Dutch... Baucol ieee 6) Buckbee’s New White... "30 1.00 New nits Seen or Portugal... acti, 30) 90 rie 5 electe SOG TOD CR exerts 0520) 3:60 Pa PeDN Cet OLKSEAT HPL O= ares sas ite. aoe eh Se 20.60 Large White Globe... "39 "99 LETTUCE. ¥4lb. lb. Extra Early New Queen. 30.90 Buckbee’s Superb... eee g .25 3.89 | Michigan Yellow Globe............ . 18.55 ewe CCHCr pene. ee ie Cm 05 (80 Philadelphia White Silver Skin. .30 =©.90 Early Boston Market.........000. 0... Xs “> 41g 45 | Early White Barletta... -30 80 Improved Black Seeded Simpson “7 lig ‘50 | Early White Pearl... - :30 .90 Iu k Eas COV GAS een oo ea ee one 80) STATE AVY ET 51 OL Tee ee ce erent one ce enee soe nent ee eee .30—-.80 Buckbee’s Earliest Forcing. - .20 .80 Simpson's Early Giteds. = EA Teen 18.45 ONION SETS. Early Tennis Ball, White Seeded... 8.45 Special prices upon application. Early Tennis Ball, Black Seeded .. BEE 18 U). 40) 5 POU PEOVe CLA nSOMe ee. : s/s We sh es P18) 345 : PEPPER. oz. 41b Dwarf White Heart or Celery. | 128° ‘80 | Celestial me DEG? SOc NG hel qb) oe ae Sol BRUM SAY GY tat ht Paty ny Le ba eine ED eS Nee eee Sete ase Denver Market... 18 .45 Ta y M Bees wee {anaes Shae Gold Nugget... 4B 150 arge Mountain Sweet... ... oh LO 40 Paris White Go o Large Bell, or Bull Nose._.... it Beacon Piney: (1) anihennock ae ey Golden Dawn, or Queen........ . 15.40 Buckbee’s Ice Drumhead.. ee 25,580) yon oe iets eee ie Marly Prizehead........-.2/..--- eee PLE ew G deg Upright. ae BBS 50 Tilton’s White Star..... ee cllsh aye) CO eee DNS R aie eA aw Pat) coh Silver Ball CoralGem Bouquet........ ..... SO art. bene ne een eccee oe --- -18 .50 | New Long Yellow Cayenne. 20 60 wand Ba Gs Spctmea peat noestods excereens .. 18 .45 | Black Nubian 20 «150 Manimorhy Black SeededeaButternn sys esese. sts 18.50 | Kaleidoscope... BST SARE MI ARTI GRE es 8 aoe 20.50 MUSK MELON QUITS S Ey Mil x € cl ee ee ae Aaa re a ane OR eg nua? ear eM es As .50 DENT 7 UTES 0 0) 11S oS ear aoe RE RO Lain 0 6 ea ea a 20 .60 Western Giant........ 20 .60 Banana (selected).. 10. .22 Buckbee’s New Sugar Se a en toe aat ten ceed ere ains ste ceatswacapan cane en et: rie Osage ree... 2 oc ee 10 © ©.22 ING WAINIDIL OS CURT Eis Sires a eatneh proce st ee ncaa sence caserieeetane seb New Green Fleshed Osage.. “* "Jo ‘99 | Improved Hollow Crown, or White (selected)... White Japanese 2oat ae ab pan ne 10 22 IMA RIZCTE GAG GVO TES aes Se seem geek eae Bat Emerald Gem... finn Oueroows | mGiue ru Ser, LIMpL OVE Ce ee. pkuseic.n ete reartpeconssncdrnestucen-> facpereenuennnasy ren New Banquet... IK) Ps Newport......... 10 = .30 Long Persian, or Casaba.. fe 10) 222 MOUIDL ER Cus) © Cie oer ee eeepeee a beet seat) ieee e oe ae anh ns Pee eee escon «15: 0:35 Baltimore, or Acme....:... pene 10 22 Merny ae ahewen se sees Sten!) -50 Improved Cantaloupe.. “~ 10 122 | Buckbee’s New Beauty.. => 20.75 Silver Netted Gem... “> 45 «4135 | New Moss Curled...............--..-.-.---- --- +15 .50 extra Early Grand Rapids................ Ey 440 92: | Extra Dwarf Curled, or BMerald.ii-- oe eeeen ceseeeecceneee 15.50 enderson’s Perfected Delmonico .. Se 10) 22 Cosmopolitan Sess oy el Ones SWEET POTATOES. Bbl. Montreal Market. LO ee IBUCKDCEISNG OLG ENG GOI tesst sage cee eran eet eens eeee ene Posbee $4.00 True Tip Top...... Oe. 22e | eer elOt, C Niners. nnees bese 4.00 CLL OSC amy ast ngs sense fa aon eee mE Oot eec ee) Spee Ry Gene. 10 .30 | Western Beauty 4.00 _——s Wholesale Price Li IS SWEET SES Continued. Bbl. Yellow Jersey 4 2.50 Yellow Nansemond . saarevannly 2.50 Red Jersey noes i 3.00 Red Bermuda zs , : aS: 3.00 White Queen a. sf . 3 00 Write for special prices in quantity. PUMPKIN. Buckbee’s Sandwich Island New Calhoun Small Sugar. New Johnathan “5 Quaker/Pi es. he ee A i a eee 2 ee eee 45 Buckbee'’s King of the Mammoths ae New Japanese Pie... see SL. 15 235 Genuine Sweet Potato... 1594435 Large Cheese-.......: i ae 10.80 Cashdiw.223 ere eee 10.30 Winter Luxury. ES acc ee ee 15.40 Buckbee’s Western Field (3¢bu. 60c, bu. $2.00)... 10 Buckbee’s Pure Gold Field G4bu. 750, bu. $2. 50). 15 Jumbo or Mammoth Potiron 12-15. 2 Prolific Orange Marrow. Improved Boston Marrow ibe WAKO. ees. oes. New Chicago Warted Hubbard. Improved Hubbard | .35 ood 1Or 2 1 .40 els 15.35 ee eee AD. oe mee {| Vater 5) 10. .25 10° = .30 10). 20 10 Ww -10_ .30 10.2 10.30 1.35 ates ee kpeeeey 10.25 Pee eo 50 -30 -30 -30 -30 -30 -60 -30 -30 -30 -30 -40 -30 . SRLbEbebeebeweeeu: RURBBVIUSSSSiSsSupechesseesssey Large White. 15° .50 Mammoth Sandwich Island ~ - .20- .55 | Purple Top Wihite (GIO Des Sees. oe oo as eee repre nee ere ce 10. .20 Buckbee’s All America - 22. a ed St stir ere eo! - .30 1.00 Buckbee’s Purple Top Strap Leaf. 10.20 | New White Strap Leaf .. 10, 220 SPINACH. | New Golden Globe...... 10% Buckbee's New Longe Standing sha eee yg ten oe ees 12 GENE WAN VLE Cok ce ee eee 2 Savoy Leaved...___.. Se eke ; 10 Improved Early White Flat Dutch... 10.20 Round Summer Broadleayed. : 10 Early Six Weeks or Snowball ..._... 10 .2 Improyed Thick Leayved........ : 0n| wuacee Wihite Glope=s nee 10.20 Wictorias s.r 10 | Extra Early Purple Top Milan SREY SEAN Sn - eet Sante een 15? S35 Long Standing Prickly. : 10 Prickly or Winter. s oe 2 10 | RUTA BAGAS. Monstrous Viroflay LO (2) (Buckie e?siG iam te ese ore tele eee 2 cen ee e eeenenee. eee 10.30 New Monarch or Elephant. -10 20 | Improved Purple Top Yellow... 10.20 Buckbee’s Giant Summer Crookneck 10.30 Buckbee’s Mammoth White Russian _..............2--.22.s--.-----ee-ee 10 ..20 Buckbee’s New Mammoth White Bush 10.30 MISCELLANEOUS 4lb. lb 144 Ib. lb. Borecole or Kale, Tall Green Curled Scotch 1 ree eee es $ .15 $ .35 ROU CTY lira. S CVV EAE CY ia ees nce ee eee ear ae eee ee 20 © ©.80 ‘*\ Dwarf Curled Scotch or GermanGreens. .15_ .35 SeeeaaGse Musselburg. oe -30. = .90 Half Dwarf German Moss Curled..... -......-.----.2-.----= -20. .60 “Monstrous Carentan.......... -30 -90 “German Greens or Sprouts.......... . 15 .30 | Mango Melon, or Vegetable Peach.. 23.75 Broccoli, Early Purple Cape.............. . .80 2.50 | Martynia Proboscidea, for pickling. - +89 1.25 i. Early White Cape............. 180. 2.50 | Mushroom Spawn, Buckbee’s High Grade ‘English (100 Ibs. 3. DD) 10 Brussels Sprouts, Dwarf Improved... -./.........-...s.s-dsnceceeseseseenees 30.75 os 1B YoASL GID 1S) Le) Nea ete ee ee a See eee _ 32d Capen ke . 60c ; Mustard, New: Chinese. ..--_-.2c=- 15 40 (Of Was Voto) ieee eemeineent amroe eaenheets So> 7 Lda pb ad ne aceiea feos oi .40 1.50 Witten ScCedeGeeae 2 Chervil, Gurled... Seesibys aeS x Black or Brown Seeded 2 Chicory, Large Rooted or Coffee. a artesi bee lt} 2 Southern Giant Curled.. 10 © .25 ‘ Asparagus rev eae es 25c Nasturtium, Tall Mixed Garden... 15 39 Collard sane {GeO rb ake re ee 15.45 Dwarf Mixed Garden. -20 -60 Corn Salad or Fetticus, Improved Large ‘Seeded. ais (igs) Okra, Improved White Velvet _ -10 2 Cress, Fine Curled or Pooper eu. ee! Peat mate Ane New Lady Finger........... -10 “20 MS Minne aU plan Gees ee eee {Rares Dwarf Green Improved. -10 20 SY PRUCSWiater. .. Ae ee fia Long Green:.... 3255 -10 20 Dandelion, Improved Large Leaf Sil) ede | Tall or Long White 10.25 Common = eee Spi Dees WY ae ae Early Dwart White. 10.25 Endive, Fine Green Curled. : — 20 .60 | Peanuts, New Mammoth V irginia. ae ie eo * New Moss Curled_....--.... . .20 .60 | Rhubarb, Buckbee’s Western Market. 30.90 Broad Leaved Batayian.. Som act ll TRACTS ee ence arees ieee seme 250.75 White Curled_. oe 2 -.80 | iM Victoria aR Soe Dost rxed Gearlicy DUDS eee ee cent A ee ce oa 20 | Rhubarb Roots. Western Market, $1.50 per doz. 87. a per 1000 Gourds Special Prices upon application. .S Pin aAeus soos 1.00 2 re Garden. Demonic. .: <2. 6.05.5 oe ee he oaks cont cate ase ewe 2d 73 Victoria . 33 50 Herbs—Special Prices upon application. Repel Dwart ESsex..<....- z -per 100 lbs. $6.00 10 Horse Radish Sets, 60c per 100, $5.00 per 1,000. IRS ae RES SS CaaS AEN es a eat 2s OR Ste cic eeeesas A -30 1.00 Kohl*Rabi, Barly. White Vienna::-..:222:425:45 288 ae 40° 1.25 Sage, Best American Broad Leayved . 35 1.25 sf Early Purple Vienna..... .50 1.50 Sorrel, Ihanee sed ve @iGard en ee reecerce-c nce peer ae nee re 20.60 ea Large Green or White. 25°->.70 Swiss Chard, or Sea Kale, (See Beets.) ae Leek, American Plagi..-...5-2-cne Beeb || Tobacco, Gonnecticut/ Seed Weat see Ae eres 40 1.25 * ~ Large Uondon-Mlap 2.4) ee es ey Ge ee rs ee a | Havan anes ae oe. PERSE eae -60 2.00 Write for Special Prices on Buckbee’s Reliable Transplanted and Field Grown Yegetabie Plants. Headquarters for Seed Drills, Cultivators, etc. Write for prices. = 4 v's Favorite Carnation Collection. THE SET POSTPAID ONLY 75c. ie Back Cover Page of this Catalogue is Photographed from Nature, showing the Flowers greatly reduced in size, and p> of these lovely beauties. yle —Color a deep rose pink, handsomely fringed; of large (Cavite ~ —Certainly a most beautiful variety. Color a light size anda very free bloomer. Fine plants 20c each. rose pink. Two hundred flowers have been counted - onasingle plant. Very fragrant. Plants 20c each. —A most lovely pure snow white variety, beauti- M = —The foliage is strong and of a rich color, crisp and fully fringed, very fragrant flowers large, strong anila fresh. The flowers are large, of a most beantiful grower, free flowering. Fine plants 15c each. ——_- yellow. finely penciled with red: of exquisite fra- grance. A most striking variety. Fine plants 20c each. mpia Admiral Dewe —Color intense scarlet of the richest —A charming variety of wonderful size, often measur- Mi shade. Very fragrant. large flowers | Luzon ing 4 inches across; always in bloom; strong, healthy ; produced with wonderful freedom. grower: color clear white, marked and striped with Fine plants 20c each. | scarlet; a perfect beauty. Fine vlants 15c each. SPECIAL OFFER. The above set of Carnations as described above and illustrated on back cover page will be sent postpaid by mail for only 75 cents. If you love beautiful flowers this collection will give you great satisfaction A auerisitg'y VEGETABLE NOVELTIES '%3 Fine Trio of : 1899, Photographed and Printed from Nature, though reduced in size, by the new and wonderful Photographic Invention. NEW STRAWBERRY MUSK MELON. See painting from nature on front cover page. FRANK C. JAMESON, a leading market gardener of Boston, Mass., f | The New Strawberry Se nM ar eNO ee writes: ‘* Planted your Sample Tomato, **Spot Cash.** Sold first bushel to be a desirable market size. | f07 $5.00; last for $1.00. Cleared $5v0. It is the greatest tomato in the Flavored Musk Melon. the fruits weigh from six t g x to Bariencinds) cachutlistouteide apocarineaicomparcsttayorablec| World to-day. My aim is to clear $5,000 on this Tomato in 1899. I will with the green nutmeg of old, turning to a yellowish hue, as it | send you a new customer for every dollar’s worth of tomatoes I sell. were, over night, when fully ripened. Its smooth deep flesh is of an attractive orange-red color, particularly soft and melting, and with that exceptionally delicious strawberry flavor leaves nothing | more to be desired ina muskmelon. Mr. Beck, the veteran melon |} grower who has honored me with the introduction of the straw- | berry Musk Melon, writes: ‘‘This grand melon was originated by | BUCKBEE’S NEW EXTRA EARLY CHIEF CAULIFLOWER. planting the most luscious variety of strawberries between every other The World _(See painting from nature on front cover pagga) | row of a New Hybrid Musk Melon that I had previously perfected.” Without question the best variety of Ca | While the stock of this new acquisiticn is but limited, I am going Beating flower ever introduced. Thousands of to offer it as follows as long as my seed Supply, lasts. Price, customers have written the most compli Choicest Seed of Our Own Growing. Pkt. 10c, oz 2c, 14 lb. 60c, ¥4 1b. 1 tary reports after giving CHIEF a carefult $1.10, lb. $2.00. Cauliflower. Mr. F. C. Fischer, of ‘Chicago, the lead | Cauliflower shipper writes: ‘‘I consider your New Early Chief the BUCKBEE’S SPOT CASH TOMATO. | best variety that I have ever handled It is of compact growth with The Best (See painting from nature on front cover page.) | short stalks. The plants can be set very close together, and the A New desirable bright red variety which stood | leaves growing upright naturally protect the heads, which, to say All Around the test and has not been found wanting. The) the least,are beautiful beyond description, measuring fully twelve color of the fruit when fully ripe is of a rich, | to fifteen inches across, and even more under careful cultivation; Tomato bright red. The most attractive and handsome | are snowy white in color, very close, compact, and of the most variety grown, and on account of its solidity and | superior quality. The heads being so extremely solid and deep. long keeping qualities, it is especially recommended for ship-| weigh heavier than any early variety. ‘‘Buckbee’s New Extra ping. This grand variety has already been tested by many of the | Karly Chief”? stands at the head as a shippingsort, and the peer largest canners and willbe grown to the exclusionot all other sorts | of all as a market and family variety. Will more than meet your ex- by several of the most prominent firms. Exceptionally valuable Recra Ons, TRY IT. Pkt. 15c, 2 Pkts. 25c, 14 0z. 31.00, oz. $3.00, for ali family purposes. Price: for Seed of Our Own Growing. Pkt. te 14 1b. $10.00. ee Offer. For only 25 cents I will send prepaid, one liberal package each of the New Strawberry Musk Melon, Spot Cash Tomato, and Buckbee’s Extra Early Chief Cauliflower. The $100 Prize Offered in1898 Catalogue for the most suitable name for BUCKBEE’'S GREAT NEW ONION for 1899, was awarded to Mr. Peter A. Cromwalder, Kansas City, Mo., the Name, “NEW WAMPUM ONION” being selected from thousands of desirable ones submitted from every part of the World. The name ‘‘WAMPUM” is the Indian name for ‘‘MONEY.” Iam sure that every purchaser who invests in the NEW WAMPUM ONION will find it as the name represents it, the NEW MONEY ONION. (@" See page 50 for description and prices. == Live, Z — JA 1576 ~15 99. e Hiisinesst I wish to persenally thank each and every customer for past orders and many kind words, and | trust that my new book for 1899 will command your careful attention. The new crop of seeds which I now offer is superior in every respect; and it will be greatly to your advantage to place your orders early. ‘ ~ The fact that many of my customers have been dealing with me for the past twenty-three years, proves beyond doubt that my stock is strictly first-class, and my manner of dealing hon- orable and satisfactory in every respect. Is this not a grand record? From the thousands of kind expressions which are yearly received from my customers | am led to believe tl.at my efforts in producing the Best Seeds that Grow are appreciated, and I shall always strive to maintain the High Standard for which Buckbee’s Seeds are justly cele- brated throughout the World. ) | want your business, good will and friendship, and will try to make every order a_profit- able and paying investment to you. I know what is right, endeavor to do what is right, and sl treat you Just the same as I would expect you to treat me, were you the grower and I the uyer. | invite you one and all to visit my establishments which are open for inspection at all times. J ASK A PERSONAL FAVOR OF YOU. Endeavor to send me at least one new custom- er’s order with your own this year, and I will see that you are well paid for your trouble. My motto is: “The Best at Lowest Possible Prices.” Again thanking you for past favors and so- liciting a continuance of same, I am, Yours for Success, H. W. BUCKBEE. In addition to the low prices and special offers which abound throughout m ee MU ae ae ai oe Sah sion i sera undead iasaaae tor five cents or more, I have decided to OFFER THIS SPECIAL INDUCEMENT TO BUILD NEW BUSINESS: WITH ALL SEED ORDERS amounting to One Dollar you may select one of the following Rare Seed Prem- ; iums which are put up in liberal packages—the only reason that I do not offer them in a catalogue way this season is due to the scarcity of seed. (They are really worth more than 25 cents a Pkt.) > BEET, Earliest of All—The greatest of all new varieties. NASTURTIUM, Cuban Gems—A _ splendid class direct CABBAGE, Perfection—The finest of al! main crop varieties. from Cuba. CUCUMBER, Alaska—The original stock seed cost $100.00 || MIGNONETTE, California Giants—The surprise of ali per oz. novelties. LETTUCE, Satisfaction—The finest variety yetintroduced. || PHLOX, International Mixture—The best yet blended. TOMATO, Freedom—The most superior of all red varieties. VERBENA, Red, White and Blue Mixture—The grand- PANSY, Phillipine Mixture—A surprise toall pansy fanciers. est of all. i Any one of the above with an order for $1; any two for $2; any three for $3; any four for $4; any five for $5; any six for $6; any seven for 37; or the entire ten varieties with an order for seed to the amount of $8.00 or more, JSS WITH ALL PLANT ORDERS Amounting to $1.00 you may select any one of the following rare plaut prem- iums: Any two plants witha plant order for $2; any three for $3; the four with a plant order for $4 or more. NEW CHRYSANTHEMUM, Frank Hardy—Beautiful || NEW ROSH, M. St. Reyo—Beautiful pink Tea Rose re- white incurved in curls giving it a plume-like appearance. cently imported from France; wonderful free bloomer. lst class certificate awarded. NEW CHRYSANTHEMUM, Yukon—Large handsome NEW OARNATION, Pasadena—Always in bloom, color a yellow of wonderful size, flowers measure 12 inches beautiful changeable pink. | across. Quantity of Seed in a Packet. Customers will please note my New Departure in stating the Number of Seeds in . a packet of the leading vegetable and flower seeds. Full count guaranteed. No less quantity than a packet can be sold. In comparing my prices with those of other seedsmen, you will readily see how reason- able my prices are for liberally filled packets of the best seeds that grow. . I have endeavored to make everything as plain as possible in this Catalogue, but incase further in- Corl espondence. formation is desired, make your wants known in as few words as possible, and on a sheet of paper separate from your order, giving your complete address and enclosing stamp for reply. Free Gifts This year I will distribute One Million Packages of Seeds for trial. Everybody will get something, even if * their order amounts to only twenty-five cents. The larger the order the more extras will be added. If you receive two copies of this Book Please hand one to a friend who buys Seeds and Plants. ROCKFORD SEED FARMS. FOREST CITY GREEN HOUSES. H.W. BUCKBEE, Rockford, Ii., U.S. 7 | Wy IMPORTANT! Read Carefully Before Ordering. — If you receive an extra copy of my Catalogue please present it to a friend or neighbor who is interested, and tell them about Buckbee’s Seeds and Plagts. I shall doubly appreciate the favor, and will endeavor to repay your kindness in your future orders. I GUARANTEE THAT ALL GOODS SOLD BY ME SHALL REACH CUSTOMERS IN GOOD ORDER. however large or small, iscarefully filled, and, as a rule, forwarded with dispatch after it reaches my . Itak Every Order, pride in promptness and accuracy in filling orders. a FLIER, —- W MH your order plainly and distinctly by itself, and do not mix itup with anything else you have tosay. Those who send Please rite der in this way will be sure to have it filled correctly and ete atonetch: and Fill also receive many valuable novelty eee free of charge; also, please carry out the exact price of each article, and, after adding the amounts, remit the exact sum, or delay is likely to eccur. Many customers order both seeds and plants at the same time, early in the winter. Please be sure to Seed and Plant Orders. state on the order just what date you want plants shiped, as otherwise I will consider that you are ready for them immediately. . When plants are ordered by mail I prepay postage, delivering the plants free of all expense FLOWERING Plants by Mail. to any postoffice in the United States. Orders amounting to fos than 25 cents Will Not Be Accepted unless 10 cents extra be sent to pay postage. Itis difficult to pack small plant orders to carry PLANT through the mails safely; moreover, the postage often amounts to the price of the plant or plants. ’ I. always recommend having plants sent by DEPARTMENT. Plants by Express at Buyer Ss Expense. express, when there is an express office fond as we can usually send somewhat larger plants, and do not haye to wash the soil off the roots (as is the case when sent by mail.) Wealways try to add enough extra plants of our own selection to help pay charges. We always pack express orders in light, strong baskets or boxes (which we furnish free.) Plants packed in this manner will carry nicely for a great distance, and keep for @ week or ten days inafresh condition. Please remember that purchasers must in all cases pay charges on All express plant orders. — = must be entered upon receipt of goods, or elSe same will receive no attention. We cheerfully correct errors, but errors All Complaints seldom occur, owing to my perfect system of checking and packing. When articles are not satisfactory they must be returned immediately, or, as plainly stated above, complaints will receive no attention. ] It occasionally happens that an order is lost in coming to me, or the goods in going to the customer: therefore, if any who order Important! do not hear from me within a reasonable length of time they should send a duplicate order, naming the date on which the former one was sent, the amount of money enclosed, and in what form. This will enable us to investigate the matter, and fill the duplicate order with dis. patch. No inquiries will receive attention which do not contain duplicate, ete., as here mentioned. Tt would be a great accommodation to us if more of our customers would order their seeds during January and February, before the rush of our busy season. If, however, you should postpone ordering even until the seeds are actually needed, you can rely upon getting them promptly. Be Sure to write your name and address plainly. We have on our hands hundreds of orders of last year without : ' names , others without postoffice or state, and some with the name or postoffice written in such a care- less or illegible manner that it is impossible to read them. Keep a correct copy of every order, that you may know when the package #rrives if all is correct, as people often forget what they ordered, and complain without cause. MH Owing to the very large volume of business which ] annually give to the express and Low Express and Freight Rates. railroad companies, said companies have made very lowshipping rates to all points, and I cannot too strongly urge you to orderearly, thus saving shipping rates, and avoiding as it does the heavy rushin the seed business, which occurs during the months of March and April. : Remittances should be made by registered letter, (every postmaster is obliged by law to register a letter upon How to Send Money. payment of eight cents, in addition to postage, and then you will receive our receipt for the letter by return mail) Postoffice Money Order, Bank Draft or Express Money Order. !am not responsible for the safe receipt of remittances by any other than the above approved methods. I will accept postage stamps for small amounts, provided they are received in good condition. I will POAC ce Dero Checks. Foreign customers should remit by money order or draft on New York or London. MY TERMS ARE CASH WITH i 7 on all goods except when selected from the wholesale page, or on beans, corn and peas by one- I Prepay Shipping Charges eighth bushel, one-fourth bushel, one-half bushel and bushel; or in cases when especially noted. In such instances I reserve the privilege of enclosing in the bags or packages such small packets as may be ordered, as it does not increase the trans- portation charges, and in consideration of this I will add enough extras to fully repay customers for this kindness. . e . : . - : Many of my customers live on Prepaid Railroad Stations or near stations where there are no Prepaid Rai lroad Stations. tailroad agents. In such cases pee be sure to give definite shipping instructions,as to where you wish yeur goods shipped so as to avoid any chance of delay, otherwise we will ship the goods to the nearest station given in our shipping guide to this Prepaid Station, as I never prepay freight charges. H. W. BUCKBEE, Rockford, Ill., U.S. A. PLEASE ORDER EARLY. | 16 Liberal Pkts. = Nearly 200 Varieties ONLY 35 CENTS. / For the benefit of many New Customers who de- / sire to give “‘BUCKBEE’S SEEDS” a careful trial I have decided to make up a Combina- tion Collection of Vege- table ana Flower Seeds the like of which has never before been heard of. 16 Liberal Packages of and Flower Seeds compris- 200 Varieties for only 35c. This Collection Cannot be Broken Under Any Circumstances. INTRODUCTIC CHANCE oia both Vegetable LIFE TIME. | ing in afl Nearly Beet—12 varieties. Amaranthus—12 varieties. _ Carrot —12 varieties. Butterfly Flower—12 varieties. Celery—12 varieties. Calliopsis—12 varieties. Cucumber—12 varieties. Gaillardia—12 varieties. Musk Melon—12 varieties. Marigold—12 varieties. _ Spinach—12 varieties. Mourning Bride—12 varieties. Squash—12 varieties. Salpiglossis—12 varieties. > Water Melon—12 varieties. Snap Dragon—12 varieties. E = 3 With Every Introduction Collection I will add FREE OF CHARGE One Package of Bridal Veil, the startling ~ new flower novelty provided you will report result of your trial at the end of season. 2 ~ es \ N ga! A KS) —— SSS ee Zp WN SSssg = —— = == == SEED SOQ ahaa Ques —— $= SEN S SS = SSS SS (OST ASTOUNDING OFFER EVER MADE! AWARDED GRAND PRIZE MEDAL AT WORLD’S FAIR. Comprising 35 Packages of the Earliest and Best Vegetable Novelties, Postpaid for only $1.00. Novelty Extras Free with Every Order. <2. THIS COLLECTION CAN NOT BE BROKEN UNDER ANY CONDITION —“=iwwsS> Asparagus, Standard Variety. Melon, Water, Fine Table Variety. Beet, Select Early Sort. Onion, Buckbee’s Danvers. Beet, Buckbee’s Improved Long Smooth Blood. Onion, Fine Pickling and Table Variety. Beans, Buckbee’s Rust Proof. Cabbage, Standard Harly. Cabbage, Mammoth Late Bridgeport Drumhead. Carrot, Best Long Variety. Cauliflower, Buckbee’s Early Favorite. Celery, Buckbee’s Improved Golden Heart. Corn, Sweet, Best Early Variety. Corn, Salad. Cress, Fine Curled or Pepper Grass. Cucumber, Fine Table Variety. Cucumber, Early Cluster. Lettuce, Best Head or Cabbage Variety. Turnip, Ruta Baga. Melon, Musk, True Osage. Tomato, Fine Red Variety. Melon, Musk, Select Early Sort. Tomato, Best Fancy Sort. Melon, Water, New Dixie. Parsnip, Long Sugar. Parsley, Curled. Peas, Earliest Variety. Pepper, Mountain Sweet. Radish, Best Turnip Variety. Radish, Lady Finger. Sage. Spinach, New Round Leaf. Sauash, Select Winter and Fall Variety. Squash, New Crookneck. Turnip, Buckbee’s Purple Top. NOTICE { Asthese collections are made up before the busy season opens weare enabled to sell them at 25 to 50 per cent. less than they é * would cost if the articles were selected separately; so if two or three varieties should be of no use to you, you will still be getting the remainder at much less than catalogue rates. .... . Remember, that No Collection Can Be Broken Under Any Condition. GIVE YOUR BOYS A GARDEN! Provide a means of healthy exercise and delightful recreation, andplant in their young minds the love for nature. What health and lessons in care, order and patience in their playwork; what enthusiasm is aroused by the wonderful revelations from the 2 ie sowing of the seed to the plucking of the fruit. To encourage garden- SS VWZe if ing for the young I offer at reduced rates the collection detailed below, ? Titers ~_ = composed of varieties sure to please and at the same time most likely pais to succeed with indifferent care. With each collection I will present a number of choice novelties. + + BOY’S STAR COLLECTION + + Prepaid by Mail for 25 Cents. THIS COLLECTION CAN NOT BE BROKEN. é Comprising liberal packages of the following 12 varieties of Vegetable Seeds: Beet, The Bismarck. Lettuce, Early. Cabbage, Early Wakefield. | Melon, Musk, Hackensack. Pop Corn, Buckbee’s Snow- | Melon, Water, Ice Cream. ball. ‘ Onion, Buckbee’s Danvers. . Cress or Pepper Grass. Radish, New Rosy Gem. ND Cucumber, Buckbee’s Mon- | Spinach, Extra Round Leaf. arch White Spine. Tomato, Plum. BOY’S GARDEN TOOLS. Cast steel, durableand of realuse. Contains hoe, spade and rake. Shipping charges to be paid by customer... Entire Boy’s Set for only $1.00. Shipping weight five pounds. / / iy 25 Grand Varieties of Vegetable Seeds. One Liberal Packet of Each, prepaid by mail, ONLY /5 CENTS. ~ An Unparalleled Offer —- Onion, New White Portugal ————= Es Comprising the following Novelty and Specialty Varieties. Asparagus. Cucumber, New Prolific Short Green. Parsnip, Hollow Crown. Beet, Turnip. Cucumber, Improved Long Green. Radish, New Rosy Gem. Cabbage, Best Early. Lettuce, Early. Radish, Early Long. Cabbage, Mammoth Late Flat Dutch Musk Melon, Hackensack. Spinach, Extra. Carrot, Intermediate. Musk Melon, Osage. Squash, New Bush. Celery, Kalamazoo. Water Melon, New Dixie. Tomato, Longkeeper. Corn Salad. Water Melon, Improved Cuban Queen. Turnip, Buckbee’s Purple Top. Cress, Fine Curled. Onion, Buckbee’s Danvers. Turnip, Ruta Baga, Elephant. THIS COLLECTION CAN NOT BE BROKEN UNDER ANY CONDITION. Can you offer any reason why Buckbee should not be your Seedsman ? You can make money no easier than by taking advantage of these Liberal Offers. Buckhee’s Blue Ribbon Fifty Cent Collection of Vegetable Seeds. THIS ASTONISHING OFFER 1%. "° *Veectatie sects «~=POSTPAID FIFTY CENTS. re Beet, Edmands Blood Turnip. Cabbage, True Early Wakefield. Celery, New White Plume. Carrot, Intermediate. Se Cucumber, Buckbee’s Monarch. : Melon, Musk, Best Variety. vi od Melon, Water, New Dixie. Set Onion, Buckbee’s Danvers. VO ds Onion, New Silver Skin. ‘\ Parsnip, New Maltese. ¥ \ Radish, Best Turnip. Squash, New Crookneck. Tomato, New Beauty. Tomato, New Plum. Cabbage, Mammoth Bridgeport Drumhead. Lettuce, Harly. Spinach, New Round Leaf. Turnip, Buckbee’s Purple Top. This Collection can not be broken under any condition. Solid Facts. I give more attention to the details of my business than any seedsman I know of. What does this mean to customers ? THE BEST SEEDS. PROMPTNESS AND ACCURA- Q CY IN FILLING ORDERS. L5G 0 EC 10 THE VERY LOWEST PRICES. On» » putation for filling or- fle Quick as Lightning.’’ | COPYRIGHTED BY H.W. BUCKBEE ASTOUNDING FLOWER SEED BARGAINS. FAVORITE COLLECTION. Ornamental iseruz Climbers. Every garden, every cottage, every fence, stump or old tree is beautified by the ornamen. tal, graceful and profuse flowering vines included in this collection. ONE LIBERAL PACKAGE EACH Remember! of the following Beautiful Climbers postpaid for 3 3 Cents. ADLUMIA AMPELOPSIS CLEMATIS SWEET PEAS - NASTURTIUM, or TROPAEOLUM SCARLET CLIMBING BEAN MORNING GLORY TRUMPET CREEPER MOON FLOWER IPOMOEA This Collection Cannot Be Broken Under Any Condition. GEM COLLECTION. Everlasting and Ornamental Flowers and Grasses. POSTPAID FOR ONLY 27 CENTS. Flowers of eternal peauty—those which never fade—are included in the following incom- parable collection. They are unsurpassed for winter decoration, and may be made up into bouquets, baskets, vases, ete. They last for vears by being cut and dried when in bud and blossom. You will find them all exceptionaliy beautiful and easily grown. ACROCLINIUM AMMOBIUM BROMUS BRIZA COIX FEATHER GRASS GOMPHRENA HORDEUM LAGURUS PAMPAS GRASS RHODANTHE XDRANTHEMUM This Collection Cannot Be Broken Under Any Condition. BUCKBEE’S ‘“WORLD’S FAIR” Flower - Seed - Mixture! EMBRACING OVER 500 VARIETIES AND COLORS OF SPLENDID FLOWERS, NEARLY ALL BLOOMING=sTHE FIRST SEASON. There have been many flower seed mixtures offered, but none that have been made up with the care or that contained as many beautiful varieties as my ‘‘ World’s Fair” Mixture. Many will no doubt recall the pleasing effect that was revealed in the many places on the grounds of the Columbian Exposition where this mixture was planted— a perfect dream—in fact leaving nothing more to be desired in the way of harmonious coloring and splendid bedding properties. This mixture will be found particularly useful for ornamentation in parks, churchyards, shrubberies, woodland walks, about railway embankments, hotels, summer resorts, cottages and i in many other situations. It will also be found very useful for sowing along fences and in untidy bare spots of ground which are so frequently found more or less aboutevery place. The expenditure of a few cents and the free use of the mixture will transform many such spots froman eyesore to a scene of beauty. A source of pleasure throughout the summer and fah. Liberal Packet 5c, oz. 25c, 1-4 Ib. 75c, 1=2 Ib. $1.25, Ib. $2.00, postpaid. Just the Thing for Children. To meet the requests of hundreds of my customers for a durable and serviceable set of Children’s Tools I have had especially made, from the best cast steel obtainable, this unsurpassed set, COMPRISING SPADE, HOE AND RAKE, Which I feel sure will meet the views of the most exacting purchaser. Price, carefully boxed (shipping weight 5 lbs.) only $1.00. Shipping charges to be paid by purchaser, 5 Ff a SPECIAL = OPE LDR seotla GD ny yn tl Y, Jes Nyy BE gi "FIFTEEN VARIETIES Tors BSA : 1 a aa ENS ie i OF THE BEST ei AND MOST POPULAR ‘SORTS. One Full Size Packet Each of the Above 15 Varieties Mailéd’ to Any Address for 25 Cents. HERE IS THE COLLECTION. This is a bona fide offer (much below cost) made to introduce my ASTER—Fine Mixed. CALLIOPSIS—Best Mixed. BUTTERFLY FLOWER—Mixed. || MIGNONETTE—Mixed. SUPERIOR FLOWER SEEDS MARIGOLD—Choicest Mixed. PANSY— World's Fair Mixed. MOURNING BRIDE—Mixed. —Double Mixed. to!New ‘Customers. PETUNIA—Single Mixed. POPPY—Grandest Mixed. Z 5 PHLOX—Good Mixed. SWEET PEAS—Mixed. REMEMBER! I cannot make a single change in SNAP DRAGON— Mixed. VERBENA— Mixed. e this collection, and No Other Var- ALYSSUM—Little Gem. teties Can Be Sold So Cheap. Crescent 50 Cent Flower Seed Collection. 25 Beautiful and Valuable Varieties of Flower Seeds for 50c, Postpaid. } Abronia. Foxglove. e RE S Cc E N T : H L 0 LA Ageratum. Gilia. Agrostemma. Gaillardia. YW Y%G%Y GG’ U4 YV1G4 Amaranthus. Godetia. “a C yy pope Z C, _ y y Ny Yi a SS Bachelor’s Button. Marvel of Peru. SSS Balsam. Nasturtium. Bartonia. Nemophila. : Beta. Nigella. e fe: s Candytuft. Pansy . OINZ Catchfly. Salpigiossis. N22 Calendula. Sweet Pea. —IWA IS Clarkia. Zinnia. AQ Cypress Vine. Wy GEN NZIZN77 : VG > 2 ON “3 WS This COLLECTION CANNOT BE BROKEN Under Any Condition. W= =/ P dB, WP 5 9G ‘4 LS, This collection will surely not only satisfy, but sur- prise those who want the most for their money, and fill your garden with flowers at moderate cost. Please do not clas- sify this offer with the ‘‘catch-penny’’ advertisements of cheap newspapers offering 300 varieties, etc., for a small sum, for which you receive one packet of common mixed seeds (to say nothing about the age, for if they were Ameri- can citizens, instead of seeds they would, no doubt, be en- : Se titled to vote.) For only 50 cents I will send postpaid to you these 25 separate packets of flower seedsas named 50 CENT above. This collection of pretty and easily grown annualsis put up especially to advertise : coe and introduce my flower seeds to new customers at Actual Cost, believing if you are satisfied I can depend on your future orders 6 Greatest Plant Bargainson Earth To Please My Regular Trade and to Secure Five Hundred Thousand New Customers. BEAUTIFUL EVERBLOOMING COL- gr as LECTION OF ROSES. Bile ae : AO NEZ 3 ny ) Ni x \ \ QUEEN'S SCARLET. SAS ae) Dazzling Crimson Scarlet ay SSW? GT TWO beautiful buds. Veg DELIVERED FREE BY MAIL. {j pk UR, \ SS NPA EN ( & S ; : Ale MIA Pe SY ({\) SS YON ns | 2 , COUNTESS DE LA BARTH. ONLY 5() CENTS. NAN Rosy Peach Shaded to INS . Wiseqet RYE | Amber. DOUGLAS. Dark Cherry Red, rich } and velvety. MAD. C. BRUNNER. Salmon Pink, delicately perfumed. ¢€. MERMET. Beautiful Pink, large and double. RICHARDSON. Exquisite Golden Yellow. IDR. GRILL. Coppery yellow, with fawny reflex. |HERMOSA. Color a pleasing shade of Pink—grand. |AGGRIPPINA. Most pleasing Red,remarkable bloomer. NIPHETOS. Grand free blooming white. : COQUETTE DE LYON. Beautiful large Yellow. H SG NY SU y |J. B. VARONNE. Color Soft China Rose. Sj) = |MAD. JOS. SCHWARTZ. White, beautifully shaded pink. CHILD’S JEWEL. A plané in bloomshows no two roses alike, the flowers ranging in color from dark orange yellow to ceggmson. They come in allshades of yellow, pinks, crim- son, blush and apricot. << S EEN | Yt D— ANG This Collection Cannot Be Broken Under Any Condition. They are worth double or treble the money. Fourteen, each one labeled and carefully packed to suit your localit i BERLE = s Sek , , , y. If youwish beautiful cut roses all Summer or Winter this is the set. If you wish to makea DEeeent) what is more beautiful? I send them post- paid to any address. Royal Chrysanthemum Collection VA LUE EXTRAORDINARY This set of Royal Varieties are up-to-date. They are prize winning sorts. They are of the ——— eee ee _,large flowering type, easy to grow and will please the most critical. Note the varieties. eV SE ] CHRYSANTHEMUMS Only 50 Cts. DELIVERED AT MY OWN EXPENSE. BEAU IDEAL. Rosy Pink, extra fine. COL. W. B. SMITH. Large bright gold bronze. GEO. W. CHILDS. Beautiful self-colored Crimson. HARRY BALSEY. Soft Pink, a very beautfful flower. W. H. LINCOLN. Mammoth Golden Yellow. MAD. BERGMAN. Large free blooming White. Very early. ERMINILDA. Rosy Pearl, beautifully shaded. MAJOR BONNAFFON. Golden Yellow, ball shaped. IVORY. One of the very best Whites. PRINCESS. Light Lavender Pink. EXQUISITE. Beautiful Bright Pink. LOUIS BOEHMER. The Pink Ostrich Plume. A. T. EWING. Creamy White, Penciled Pink. AUTUMN GLOW. Striking Light Bronze. Take Advantage of this Very Liberal Offer. 7 The Fragrant Carnation Special. CHOICE EVERBLOOMING VARIETIES MY PRICE S0c “<_ONLY... Fragrant Carnations which Bloom the Year Round. ( Greatest Plant Offer Ever Known. The following are all free flowering varieties, easily grown and I am sure will give every purchaser great satisfaction. If you love flowers no collection will please you more. Note the Varieties. | ‘ m 2 2. ~e We RS & wos | ~jCAPTAIN KING—This superb new variety is one of R the best carnations in cultivation today. For pot fu culture it is particularly valuable; makes 2 grand show ; strong grower; flowers extra large, produced with remarkable freedom on long stems: color new bs and odd, pure white with delicate markings of pink deliciously fragrant. 15c each. ELDORADO—Large yellow, finely striped with red. NANCY HANKS—Beautiful pink; remarkable bloomer. LIZZIE McGOWEN—Very large pure white; one of the best varieties known. e FERDINAND MANGOLD—Large double red : always in bloom; a grand variety. PORTIA—Bright scarlet; one of the best varieties. CORSAIR—Beautiful rosy pink; flowers finely shaped. § PURITAN—Fine white, of large size, fragrant and very productive of bloom. IDAL WAVE—Bright rosy pink, remarkably strong grower and always in bloom. = DAZZLE— Beautiful free blooming red and has been ==> | ereatly admired. ] : SSS = c = i Hh Pak te = SS EDNA CRAIG—Very large clear pink; considered one AA 2 > of the finest pink sorts. == RED BIRD—Color a most beautiful red: strong grower == and very free flowering. New Royal Geranium Collection. a SUPERB 5 VARIETIES “_FOR ONLY Sc GOLDEN CROWN—Nearest approach to a double yellow yet introduced. Plant is of compact and branching habit. The flowers are produced in greatest profusion upon medium sized trusses and are a bright orange color, very distinct and fine. This Geranium will cause a sensation wherever grown. Has no equal for bedding or pot culture. 5c each. RUY BLAS—Double; rich, bright salmon. A grand everblooming variety. CENTAUR—Double; brilliant rose; large truss; one of the finest varieties. SWANLEY WHITE—Beautiful double white. For bedding or pot culture. TOUR EIFFEL—Double; bright scarlet. Brightest flower imaginable. WM. KELWAY—Rich double red, fine. Always in bloom; very desirable. DOUBLE GEN. GRANT—WScarlet; one of the best bedding varieties known, and produces fine trusses of the largest size. PRINCESS EUALIE—Large double pink. Is extremely free flowering. It makes a compact dense growth and has all the good qualities to make it the perfect bedder that it is. BLAZING STAR—Large single scarlet. CANNELL’S FAVORITE—Beautiful deep crimson. Plant is robust and is fine for pots or bedding. MRS. J. M. GARR—Finest single white; flowers are borne in large trusses of the purest snow white. IMMORTAL—Rich violet rose; always in bloom, sure to give satisfact*on. ————— M Aim Is to please every purchaser, and I am sure tl that you will be more than pleased with this grand free blooming collection of most beautiful Geraniums. 8 1 CHOICE PLANTS 50 Cts.f ess u Ge) I Pay All Postage. © fgh@ PG ane BO Se ONLY ww than you can secure in any other way. — I il ROSE, Bridesmaid — The most beautiful | pink rose known. It blooms con-{@ tinually and in great profusion. ue GLADIOLI MAGICIAN. Most beau-{ff ——s ft i ft) | and I! charming variety, being imported espec- it jally for this collection. it CARNATION, Nancy Hanks—Color is a 0S beautiful pink; a | profuse bloomer. Wilt * GERANIUM, Dreamland — A beautifu) | es PIN); always in bloom. i CHRYSANTHEMUM, Shower of Gold | \ Mi =¥.Z NUL tl ee (16) | ())', golden “C | yellow ; flowers large; strong grower. i BEGONIA, New Vernon—Flowers a deep f red shading to pink; always ' in bloom. UMBRELLA PALM. Very handsome i Ss (1 CC) 1" t1 Ve plant CA LIFORNIA DAISY. Flowers are of es 1) 110th size profuse bloomer, always in bloom. OXALIS, Shamrock—No flower is more easily grown, blooms always. SMILAX, Hanasome climber, flowers are white and fleecy, profuse and LILY OF THE VALLEY. A favorite es CV CNY Where Perfectly hardy. FUCHSIA, Fairy Bell—One of the finest looming varieties known. MADEIRA VINE. Handsome climber; < | and easily grown. ‘CINNAMON VINE. One of the most |) beautiful climbing ae feathery flowers of fragrant. powerful fragrance. Buy Now and Save [loney. eee Special 50c Bargains in Plants. These collections are all fine strong plants of the best varieties. The choice of varieties must be left to us. Each plant is labeled and is sure to please the most critical buyer. ¢ A Four hardy Roses; Four Tea Roses and Two Climbing o Roses. A great bargain. ® i B Five magnificent Hardy Roses and Five Fine Climbing : e } vines known. Fourteen Coleus, the latest and best show varieties. Sure to please. Three Double Geraniums; Three Single Geraniums; _ Roses. Well worth double the money. e Three Fragrant Geraniums; Two Ivy Leaf Geraniums. ; Three Chrysanthemums; Two Ivy Geraaiums: Three G Three, Heliotropes er rea Salviog set hree Geraniums; ; ° Fragrant Carnations; Two Beautiful Fuchsias. ® s : x j : , : ; Three Salvias; Three Carnation Pinks; Two Double q D Ten Begonias, make an elegant collection of beautiful H Geraniums ; Two Hardy Climbing Roses ; Two Chrys- ° house plants. e anthemums. Be Sure and Try One of These Collections. 5c Buys Any One of the Following Collections. Fairy Collection. Six Charming Everblooming Roses; fine kinds and free | ‘ bloomers. Glow Collection. Six Choice Prize Chrysanthemums in variety. A grand offer. Gem Collection. Six Splendid Carnation Pinks; fine colors and all very Beauty Collection. = ) Two Climbing Roses; Two Hardy Roses; Two Tea Roses. »} Sure to astonish you. fragrant. Bird Collection. Prize Collection. i SS —————— See it Two Everblooming Roses; Two Polyantha Roses; Two Two Double Geraniums; Two Single Geraniums; One ‘| Climbing Roses. Fragrant Geranium; Ivy Leaf Geranium. 7 ; Above Collections Cannot Be Broken. BUCKBEE'S So ) EN Wy) My if LMM MMS 2S times, but if this is done all the short shoots, no matter how sm ashes and salt. The next season, and ever after that, the bed should last cutting, and well, but not deeply cultivated until the plants occupy the anure, afi e whole space. In the autumn as soon as the tops are ripe and yellow, the should be cut and burned. The plants may also be set in autumn if the ground is so well drained that water will not stand on it. Winter protec with coarse litter or manure is not needed except in the north. ONE OUNCE OF SEED 80% 600 PLANTS; COLUMBIAN MAMMOTH WHITE—We believe this to be the most distinct and valuable variety in cultivation. Not only are the stalks of the largest size but they are produced abundantly and very early. They are clear white and remain so in favorable weather until three or fourinchesabovethe surface. The crown or bud of the young stalk is considerably smaller than the part just below it, thus still further distinguishing the variety. Wherever known this sort commands an extra price, not only on a fancy market, but from canners, who find that when put up under a special brand it sells so readily at a high price as to warrant them paying the grower an extra price for it. From ten to twenty per cent. of the plants grown from seed will produce green shoots, but these plants can be readily distinguished and rejected when set- ting the permanent bed. Pkt. 5c, oz. 8c, 14 lb. 25c, 4% 1b. 40c, lb. T5c. DONALD’S ELMIRA—This new variety is attracting a great deal of attention throughout the country, originating with Mr. Donald, a leading market gardener of Elmira, N. Y. The stalks are exceptionally tender and succulent. Its mammoth size can be realized from the fact that a bunch of twelve stalks will average four pounds in weight. It requires but little labor in cutting and bunching, thus lessening the expense of marketing. A very reliable var- iety in every way. Pkt. 5c, oz. 8c, 14 lb. 25c, 3¢ 1b.40c, lb. 75c. NOTICE! A Packet of Asparagus Seed contains more than 250 seeds. ASPARAGUS ROOTS. My Asparagus Roots are grown from the Choicest Stock Seed and are actually well worth double the price asked for them. A saving of two to three years. is effected by planting roots. Those offered below are Select, Strong Two-year-old Roots, and am confident that they will please youin every way. Don’t be misled in planting one year o!4 roots. The following low prices are for roots carefully packed and shipped by express or freight at purchaser’s expense. (If for any reason roots are desired by mail 4 postage must be added at the rate of fifty cents per hundred to the following prices:) Columbian Mammoth White Donald’s Elmira New Palmetts.............----ee ee eeeees Barr’s Mammoth Conever’s Colossal Fifty Roots at 100 rate; 500 at 1000 rate. (3S Special Prices will be made for larger quantities on application. all, should be cut, and after the final cutting give a good dressing of vive a fullcrop and be annually dressed with manure, ashes and salt R. BASSETT, Union City, Mieh., writes: **T like your seeds very much, and have always had excellent success. Shall continue ta recommend ‘ Buckbee’s Seeds’ to my acquaintanees.”” IL = he ASPARAGUS ish, Esparrages; Swedish, Sparris. — Beds are usually formed by setting p two years old, whieh can be procured oj but if you wish: to grow them yourself light, rich spot.as- early as possible in de ri Pour boiling water om the seedand pour Po once, and sow im drills one foot apart and inches deep. When the plants are well up i to two or three inches im the row, and giye quent and thorough cultivation during the mer If this ies been well done the plants will t to set the next spring. The permanent i beds should be prepared 3 deep - ing ¢ spading and thoroughly enriching the n with stabie manure or other fertilizers. Ifthe subsoil is not naturally Foose and friable, it should be made-so by thorough stirring with a subsoil plow or spade. Make rows five feet apart and four inches. deep, and set the plants in the bottom of the rows.two to three feet apart, the latter distance being preferable. Coverthe roots about two inches deep. After the plants are well started, give frequent and thorough cultivation, and draw a little earth imte the furrows at each hoeing until they are filled. Early the nextspring spade in a heavy dressing of manure BE asd quart of salt to each square rod, and cultivate well until the plants begin to die down. The mext season the bed may be ent overtwo or three 15 LBS. IN DRILL FOR AN ACRE. we NEW PALMETTO—This new asparagus from South Carolina is now quite extensively grown by southern gardeners for New York and Philadelphia markets, where it sells at very high prices owing to its mammoth size and regularity. An average bunch of fifteen shoots will measure thirteen to fourteen inches in cil cumference. In past seasons this asparagus has reached north- ern markets ten days ahead of all other varieties and soldat fabulous prices. Although of southern origin, it is equally well soapey to north or south. Pkt. 4c, oz 6e, 44 1b. 18c, Ib. Be, b. 50c. BARR’S MAMMOTH—This fine variety has brought in market thirty-five cents a bunch when other asparagus was selling for ten and fit teen cents. The stalks are very large, frequently am inch in diameter, with few seales, and retain their thi : completely wp to the top of the shoots, and have clear, round heads. They are : quick growing, stalks very tender andi suceulent, entirely free from woody fibre, and make mo market or family use inome day. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 34 lb. loc, 9g I 25c, Ib. 40c. , CONOVER’S COLOSSAL—A standard variety of large size and de~ licious quality. Certainly one of the best varieties grown. Bc, oz. 6c, 14 1b. 15c, 44 1b. 25c, 1b. 40e. ARTICHOKE. German, Artischoke; French, Artichaut; Spanish, Alcashofa> Swedish, Artskocka. This is the French Artichoke, the large flower buds of which are so highly esteemed by epicures, and is very different from the plant cultivated for its fleshy roots or tubers. e - « Ld Sow seed in hot beds and transplant into pots, so as to give plenty of room until danger of frost is over, and then setin very rich gro in rows” four feet apart and two feet apart in the rows. Orthe plants can be raised in seed beds out of doors, but in that case will not be like x to produce heads the first year. The ed‘ le portion is the undeveloped wer heads, which will be produced from about September Ist until frost. Late im the fall cut off the old tops and protect the crowns with leayes oF straw to pre- The second year they will commence to form heads ched like Cardoons, which is accomplished by cutting back the growing stems jn July close to the ground, } the young and fast growing shoots which start ub after cutting may be tied and blanched like celery. As artichoke plants do not yield satisfac! after three or four years. it is best to start a new planta- vent severe freezing. about July ist. The plants can also be blan tion once in three years at least. Try it once and be con= vinced. Ty Se LARGE GREEN GLOBE—A splendid family variety and the best sort for g¢ eral use. Buds 1a LARGE GREEN GLOBE. WONG ENO Hide Ny L¢ SSN S \ \ SS RL VPY MPSS NY USm Vise \caes \p So BONAND We NIN | INANZAVAR YC A N BUCKBEE’S GREAT BONANZA ARTICHOKES—The greatest hog and stock feed known. Is without question the greatest root hog fat- tener in the world, attracting wide spread attention not only onaccount of its great fattening properties, but its enormous produc- tiveness, and the ease with which they can be grown. Thousands of my customers who have given Buckbee’s Bonanza Artichokes a thorough trial the past season report yields of from 600 to 1,800 bushels per acre. I cannot urge too strongly every farmer and planter to grow an acreor more this year, because I know it will be to their advantage. They are an acknowledged preventative of cholera and other hog diseases ; also an excellent food for cattle, sheep and horses. Well adapted to any J. P. VISSERING, the noted hog specialist, of Alton, Ill soil where corn and potatoes can be grown. Three bushels will seed an pS a: s ; ‘ .’ ff acre. In planting cut the same as potatoes, one eye to a cut being writes: “I consider Artichokes the best of all food for | sufficient. Rows three feet apart and theseedonetotwo feet apart in hogs.”’ rows. Covertwoinchesdeep. When crop is ripened you can dig and store same as potatoes, but as they are not injured by freezing the better way is to plant them where you can allow them to remain and turn the hogs in on them, and they will help themselves by rooting. Not only will they grow fat, but they will build up large healthy frames, with plenty of bone and muscle, only requiring corn for a short time in the finishing process. One acre will keep from twenty to thirty head in fine condi- tion from October until April, except when the ground is frozen too hard for them to root. This grand new variety is of my own in- troduction. Don’t bemisled. I control the entire stock of Buckbee’s Great Bonanza Artichokes. Notwithstanding the scarcity of stock, [am more determined than ever to place the price within reach of all. I would advise you to order at once and have your or- der shipped by freight, thus saving shipping charges, My price to one and all as long as my supply lasts, is very low. Strong tubers by mail, postpaid per lb. 35c, 3 lbs. $1.00. By freight or express at purchaser’s expense, lg bu. 50c, 44 bu. 75c, 14 bu. $1.25, bu. $2.00, or 3 bu., enough to plant one acre, only $5.00. No extra charge for bags or packing. Be sure to get Buckbee’s Great Bonanza. Tecan also supply tubers of the following varieties of Artichokes, which are too well known to need descripton, at the following uniform prices: Postpaid, lb. 25c, 3 lbs. 60c; by freight or express at purchaser’s expense (no extra charge for packing) 1g bu. 30c, 44 bu. 50c, 44 bu. 75c, bu. $1.25, or 3 bu., enough to plant one acre, only $3.25. MAMMOTH WHITE FRENCH COLOSSAL JERUSALEM BORECOLE or KALE. BRUSSELS SPROUTS. German, Biaetter-Kohl; French,Chou Vert; Spanish, Breton. German, Sprossen-Kohl; French, Chow dé One ounce of seed for 3,500 plants. Bruxelles; Swedish, Bryssel-kal. As far north as New York seed may be sown in September and treated One ounce of seed for 3,500 plants. like Spinach, although in the south they live and grow all the winter ‘ Hans Without protection, or they way be planted and used like win-|.,., CULTURE—Should be treated in all respects sty = Op ter cabbage, | like Winter Gabbage or Kale. Silt and willcon- | DWARF IMPROVED—H eads resemble a lot j tinue grow- of very small cabbages growing on astalk. ing till ver ae ie late. If ayy, Very delicious 1f cooked the same as cab when frozen bage; also very valuable for greens, even thaw out in after hard frosts, which generally im- cold water be- prove the flavor. Pkt. 8c, 02. 8c, 14 lb. 25c. NOTICE! BROCCOLI. A Packet of Borecole or | German,Spargel-Kohl; French, Kale, Broccoli or Brus- | C20¥ Broccoli; Spanish, Broculi. ; ; sd One ounce of seed for 3,500 : sels Sprouts is guaran- plants. BRUSSELS SPROUTS. teed to contain more CULTURE—Same as that given for Cauliflower. than 1000 seeds. fore boiling. | brownish color, The young] very close and = shoots which compact, and of start up in S s the coring are excer ent, flav Os very tender, t.10c,0z. 30c. and make ex- | NEW WHITE cellent greens. CAPE— A very TALL GREEN CURLED SCOTCH—This variety isverybardy andis| desirable var- improved by a moderate frost. About thirty inchestall, withan| iety. It has abundance of green leaves, which are densely curled and cut. medium sized Stands the winters inthe middle states without protection. heads, close Pkt. 3c. 0z. 8c, 14 1b. 20c, 14 lb. 35c, 1b. 60c. and compact, DWARF CURLED SCOTCH or GERMAN GREENS—Plantlow and| and of a beau- compact, but with large leaves curled, cut and crimped until} tiful creamy the whole plant seems like a bunch of moss. One of the best | White color. A sorts for general use. Pkt. 8c, oz, 8c, 14 lb. 20, 14 |b. 35¢, lv. Gue. | Sure header, ee. SEA KALE—PEt. isc, oz. 6c, 4 1b. lic, 14 1b. 25c, lb. duc. Pkt.10e, 02.30e. BROCCOLI. 11 NEW WAX BEANS. VALENTINE WAX-—Animproved Extra Early Valentine Bean, with round wax pods. Astriking acquisition has been obtained in the list of Wax Beans through the introduction of this variety. Up till now there has been no variety of such prominence among Wax Beans that could compare with that of the Valentine among green Beans. We now have an excellent wax-podded variety possessing in a remarkable degree the excellent features of this sort. It is very early for a Wax Bean. A planting made on June 12th gave us a fair picking by July 28th—46 days. Its value as a shipper remains to be proved, but it is certainly very tender, and almost without string; in fact, the pod is free from any toughness whatever, but is remarkably solid throughout. It is handsome in appearance, and while it is fair to say that we have not seen it exposed to conditions conducive to the development of rust, it has been so free from that evil that we think it will prove to bealmost rustless. 1 pt. lic, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. ROGER’S LIMA WAX—The pods are very broad and flatand of most excellent rich quality. The plant is branching and vigorous, with an immense amount of foliage; pods are borne in the great- est profusion, often a single plant having fifty or more pods The pods form in clusters and sink beneath the dense foliage, which shields them from light showers, heavy dewsand hot sun, which is a protection against their spotting or rusting and be- coming soiled as compared with other sorts. They require thin planting (two beans being sufficient for a hill) on very rich soil, and will run true and not sport. The pods are the broadest of all Wax Bush Beans, color transparent, glossy lemon wax, hav- ing the yellow waxy appearance very soon after the pods are formed. When picked will retain their bright, attrac- tive appearance for a long time and will not become tough. Quality very tender, juicy and flavor delicate, de- licious. Seed small, oval, pure white, which is much in their favor compared with a colored bean. We claim for this variety four essen- tial points—(1) Productive- ness, (2) Handsome Color and Tender Pods, (8) Delicious Flavor, (4) White Seeded and & will make an Excellent Dry Bean for baking. Owing to its tenderness, fine quality and delicious flavor it can- not- help but please those é who want the best. 1 pt. & 20e, pt. 80c, qt. 50e. y KEENEY’S RUSTLESS GOLDEN WAX—This new bean com- bines hardiness and produc- tiveness with fine quality. It is a vigorous bush variety with entire freedom from rust. It puts forth short tendrils on which pods are formed in addition to those nearthecentralstalk. Thepods, although flat when young, are meaty ! and well filled, of fine quality, stringless and ofa rich yellow color. If the pods are picked as fast as developed, the plant will furnish a bountiful supply. 14 pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. SSs ga = = = - KEENEY’S RUSTLESS GOLDEN VALENTINE WAX. NEW SADDLE BACK WAX— Pod is large, long, straight round, very fullof meat and is absolutely stringless. It isa very profuse bearer, the plants in ordinary field cul- tureusually bearing from 25 to 40 pods each. The pods are filled with meatand can be sliced like a cucumber, without showing any hollow space. 14 pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35ce. \ NEW CRYSTAL WHITE WAX A valuable and distinct new variety. Very desirablefor snaps or pickles. Vines large, spreading, very pro- ductive, having many run- ners producing pods in pairs throughout their whole length. Blossoms small, yellowish-white: pods green- ish-white, short, curved, round or thicker than wide, with crease in back, very fleshy and brittle. Ripe beans small, oval, white. £ pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 25c. NEW VIOLET FLAGEOLET WAX-Plant very large, with large, light green leaves. Pods very long and large, being longer than those of the Scarlet Flageolet Wax, also more twisted. When well grown one of the most showy of wax beans. The pods are a little later in coming into use than the Scarlet Flageolet, but are distinctly larger. This var- iety is sure to please in every way. 1}< pt. 12c, pt. 20c, t. 35c. NEW SPECKLED WAX—This is the best of the late wax podded beans. Vines large, much branched, upright, extremely hardy, vigorous, and great producers. Leaves large and coarse, resembling Kidnéy Wax, Pods long, cylindrical, crisp, tender, stringless, and of a clear, yellowish, waxy- white color. As the beans mature they are excellent to use ereen shelled. Dry beans medium size to large, long, straight, cylindrical; color light brown, mottled and striped with chocolate brown. 1g pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. T can also supply the following varieties, which are too well known toneed extefded descriptions, at the uniform price of ig pt. 10c, pt. 18c, qt. 35c. Challenge Extra Early Black Wax Maule’s Butter Wax Yellow Eye Wax Black Eye Wax Improved Golden Wax Pink Eye Wax Ferry’s Detroit Wax Violet Flageolet Wax Burpee’s Perfection Wax Currie’s Rust Proof Golden Wax Grenell’s Rust Proof Wax B. S. MATTHEWSON, New Lebanon, Ill., says: ‘Was greatly pleased with my inspection of your Rockford Seed Farms. Your methods of doing business are must com- mendable.”’ BUCK BEES = One quart to 100 feet in drills. German, Bohne; French, Haricot; Spanish, Frijorenano; Swedish, Bonar. T wo bushels to the acre in drills. SS “NEW: DAVIS _. — Remember that I prepay charges on Beans by the % pint, pint, and quart unless particularly noted; quantities of % bu., 4 bu., % bu. and 1 bu. or more will be shipped by freight or express at purchaser’s expense. A succession of sowings can be made from the first of May until September in this latitude. Fur ther south the sowing must be done earlier; further north, later. The beans should be planted in hills two inches deep. Rows from eighteen to thirty-six inches apart. BUCKBEE’S NEW RUST PROOF GOLDEN EYED WAX—This vigorous growing variety yields a profusion of pods of waxy appearance. The vines grow about 11g feet high, holding pods well off the ground, thus keeping them clean, free from blight and rust. Pods are full, large, of delicious quality and free from strings. Super- ior for market gardeners, shipping and family use. The Director of Clamson Agricultural Col- lege, S. C., writes: ‘‘I find Buckbee’s Golden Eyed Wax a very superior variety in every res- pect.’? 14 pt. 15c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. NEW YOSEMITE MAMMOTH WAX—The Yosemite or Monster Wax is a very distinct novelty, com- bining exquisite quality and productiveness with enormous size. The mammoth pods average 8 to 10 inches in length, are the thickness of a man’s finger, and full of fleshy pulp, as shown in the illustration, and of arich, goldencolor, mak- ing a most handsome appearance either on the plant or on the table. Wefeelsure that the un- usual size and handsome waxen appearance will make this giant among beans a general favorite. 1g pt. 15c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. BUCK8EE’S RUST PRVOF GOLDEN WAX—In this variety we havea bean that possesses all the good points of theold favorite, Golden Wax, but is larger in pod and much more prolific; hand- some appearance, being of a dark, rich vellow color and of perfect shape. Of grand quality, showing no string or coarseness even when past its best, but is of ten- der and melting fla- vor at all stages of NEW DAVIS WAX—A grand acquisition. Wonder- fully productive and very vigorous; hardy vines of upright growth, holding the pods wellup from the ground. The white and wax-like pods are very long, straight and handsome. We do not know of a variety, unless it be our Golden Wax, in which the crop will be so free from imperfect and poorly-developed pods, practically all being straight and handsome. For market and ship- ping as a snap bean it has no superior, as when young it is very crisp, tender and stringless, and stands shipment better than any other. sort of good quality. 14 pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. IMPROVED WHITE WAX OR BUTTER—A great im- provement over the old White Wax variety. Vines of good size, erect, with large light colored leaves and white blossoms. Productive, pods large, handsome and of good quality; shows no strings or coarseness, finely flavored. 1¢ pt. 10c, pt. 18¢c, qt. 35c. NEW FLAGEOLET WAX—This is really one of the most valuable varieties for either private or market garden purposes. Itisas early as either the Black or Golden Wax sorts, and has a pe- culiar value in the fact that it is nearly always exempt from rust. The pods are often a foot in length, exceedingly succulent and tender. Itis an enormously productive variety. 1¢ pt.12c, pt. ?0c, qt. 35c. = , WARDWELL’S'__ KID- NEY WAX-The very strong growing vine of this strain yields a large crop of long, nearly straight, handsomé, very white and wax-like its growth. Being so exceedingly prolific, it is notinjured by beanrust. For market gardenersor private fam- ilies no better variety can be planted. Try this great bean in your garden once and it will always have a place there. Exceedingly prolific. 14 pt. 12¢, pt. 20e, qt. 35c. NEW REFUGEE WAX—Among green beans the Refugee type has always been most valuable. This wax var- iety has all the peculiar character- istics of the old Refugee, such as small, dense foliage, great produc- tiveness, roundnessof pod and hand- some appearance. It will readily be seen that the advantages gained in producing a wax form of this must be great. It produces an enor- mous crop of pods of a clear, trans- parent color. It will remain tender. Free from rust. Try it. 1 pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. NEW REFUGEE WAX. FOR PRICES IN QUANTITY SEE WHOLESALE PAGES. 13 pods. They are of good quality, and on this account, as well as their beauty of form and color, are easily sold. They ripen about the same time as the Golden Wax. The dry beans are large, kidney shaped, white with dark markings around the eyes. 1¢ pt. 10c, pt. 18c¢, qt. 35c. EW PROLIFIC GERMAN OR IM- PROVED BLACK WAX—The feature impressing one. most forcibly is its habit of ripening a large proportion of the crop earlier than other kinds. It is of inestimable worth to market gardeners, and all who depend on being first in the market. Resem- bles the old Black Wax or Butter Bean. Pods clear, round, waxy white, tender and stringless. The dry bean is jet black. Good to fol- low early peas, etc. 14 pt. 10c, pt. 18c, qt. 35c. ON WONDER Ay Lime H LIMAs is re THRE eee DWARF LIMA BEANS. These may safely rank as the most valuable vegetable introductions of recent years. Lima Beans have alw ays been popular, but many have been prevented from gr owing them from the fact that poles arer equired for their successful culture. This objection has been removed, and Iam pleased to present the three leading varieties, from which my customers may make selections. Each or them possess their own peculiar points ef merit. I earnestly hope that all willtry them. No garden is complete, no tableis 3 properly supplied without them. = “NEW JACKSON WONDER BUSH LIMA—Grows from 18 to 30 inches high, immensely productive and very early. Pods broad and flat, containing from three to four beautiful variegated flat beans, similar to the well known Lima, and in the dry state as shell beans can be used the same as the Lima, but when the pods are young they make excellent snap beans. It cooks easily and quickly in fact, fills all the requirements for a good garden variety as well as a field sort. 1g pt. 15c, pt. 25c. qt. 40c. HENDERSON’S BUSH LIMA—Popular variety, valuable on account of its earliness and wonderful productiveness, continuing to grow and set pods until stopped by frost. Vines are without runners, leaves small, bright green and Limalike; flowers small, yellowish white, borne ia clusters and often above the foliage. Pods short, flat, and contain from three to five beans, which are of delicious quality. Tryit. 34 pt. 12c, pt. 22c. qt. 40c. Se eee oven an oe eee Puen ee REMEMBER! | comes absolutely pure from seed. The ushes grow .8 to 20 inches high, of stout. growth and always erect, yet branching so vigorously chat each plant develops into That i Prepay Charges on Beans | 3 magnificent circular bush, from ano to three f2et in diameter. The bush char- by the 1 pint, pint and quart. acter is thoroughly established, not one plant in a thousand showing any disposi- tion to run. The thickness of the main stalx and branches of the plant, as also the unusual size, healthy green color and thick, leathery substance of the leaves indicate the strong constitution of this variety. Immense yielder, each bush bearing from 100 to 200 handsome large pods well filled with very large beans, which are identical in size and luscious davor to the well-known lar ze pole Lima. 1g pt. 12c, pt. 22c, qt. 40c. SS GREEN PODDED BUSH BEANS. NEW STRINGLESS GREEN POD—Is most happily named, as itis quite unique—the only absolutely stringless green podded bean in tne market. The pod is round, full, larger and straighter than those of most other varieties. The quality i is mostsuperior. The Michigan State Agricultural College es Station writes: ‘Plants of medium growth. Pods 41% to 51% inches long, nearly round, slightly curved, light green in color, flesh dition; even when the beans are large, the pods are not stringy. Valuable for good quality and lack of stringiness.”> You will make no mistake by planting this splendid new aes either for family or market purposes. ¢ pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. T will also supply the following varieties of Green Podded Bush Beans, which are too well known to need extended descriptions, at the uniform price of 1¢ pt. 8c, pt. lic, qt. 28c. REFUGEE, or 1000 to 1. EARLY CHINA RED EYE. IMPROVED EARLY LONG YELLOW SIX WEEKS. IMPROVED LARGE WHITE MARROW. EARLY ROYAL DWARF WHITE KIDNEY. Expressions from Customers. JESSE HOLLOWAY, Womack, Me., writes: ““ The seed which I purchased of you last spring grew very nicely and am well pleased with the results. The Jackson Wonder Beans were particularly fine. Will continue to buy seed from you.” 14 tender and of best quality. The pods remain long in edible con- | = ly al ‘“*T have established the reputation of having the best garden in the Great Northwest by planting Buckbee's Seeds."’ MR. A. J. HYLTON, Miles City, Montana, writes DWARF 7 =a HORTICULTURAL CHOICE SELECTION OF MONEY NEW DWARF HORTICULTURAL— Vines compact, upright and very productive. Pods medium length, cylindrical and curved, with splashes of bright red on a yellowish ground. The ripe beans are large, plump, oval, and neatly covered with splashes of bright red. This is one of the best varieties for use shelled green, and when in this condition the beans are very large, easily shelled and about equal tothe Limain quality. 1¢ pt. 10c, pt. 16c, qt. 30c. EARLY MOHAWK—This sort is so much hardier than the others that it can be planted earlier, furnishing beans fit for use before any other kind. Vines large n-Poooeo By Mh NR > = ve MAGA MG SEZ ORTS. =| iG s AKI BUCKBEE’S IMPROVED EXTRA EARLY VALENTINE—F or snaps there is nothing superior to this variety among the green podded sorts, and many prefer it to the wax varieties. Vines erect, with coarse, dark green leaves and large white blossoms; pods medium length, curved, cylindrical, with crease in back, very fleshy, crisp and tender; beans medium size, long, irregular, pink marbled with red. Among green podded varieties there is none, we think, that can compare with our stock of Valentine in fleshiness and high quality of pod. Many different strains of Val- entines are offered under slight- and stout, with large leaves ly varying names, each claiming which will stand a slight frost. Blossoms large, pur- ple; pods long, straight and coarse, with long tapering point. Beans long, kidney shaped, variegated with drab, purple and brown. This var- iety is much in favor for forc- NEW WHITE VALENTINE. This variety presents improvements of a different kind en- tirely, and at the same time is distinctly superior to its parent, the early red Valentine. The plant is considerably larger than the Early Valentine, though it may be planted at exactly the same distance. It preserves all the characteristics of its par- ent, particularly in the absence of stringiness. The pods are borne in enormous quantities close to the center of the plant, to be a great and distinct im- provement. We have carefully examined them all, both in trial and large yield, and have found none which we were willing to substitute for our stock, which combines all the good qualities. 1g pt. 10c, pt. 16c, qt. 30c. NEW EARLY ROUND POD YEL- LOW SIX WEEKS—While this ing as it matures quickly and carries a good weight of long, and are not only longer but much thicker and more meaty than any of this type. Another advantage which will recommend it large pods. 74 pt. 8c, pt. 15c, | to all is that the beans retain their tenderness much longer variety does not differ from the qt. 28c. than in any other variety we know of. 1¢ pt. 12c, pt. 22c, qt. 35c. Early Long Yellow Six Weeks BEST OF ALL—The vineis very hardy, vigorous and healthy, producing an abundance of very straight, handsome pods, which when fit for use as snaps are round, very brittle, and of a pecul- iar deep green color. As the pods mature they become lighter in color and splashed with bright red. When fit for useas green shelled the beans are large, mottled with red; very tender and ‘of the best quality. The dry beans are mottled in two shades of red. Oneof the hardiest and bestofall. 1¢ pt. 10c, pt. 16c, qt. 30c. NEW EXTRA EARLY REFUGEE—FEarliest of the green podded kinds, furnishing a fleshy pod of fine quality. It is usually from two to three weeks earlier than ordinary Refugee. The vines, though a little smaller, are fully ashardy and vigorous as that variety and more upright. Pods of the same size and shape, ex- cept slightly flatter. Dry bean same size, shape and color as common Refugee. Our stock has been selected with great care and is extremely uniform in ripening. 14 pt. 10c, pt. 16c, qt. 30c. BUCKBEE’S ELECTRIC TREE. |‘ Amost valuablenew variety the most pro- ductive and heavy cropping bean known, growing nearly two feet high, branching out in all directions and bearing its pods so high that they seldom touch the ground, enabling it to stand a wet spell without any injury. All who have raised beans know that when the pods lie in contact with the ground after ripening a very little rain will ruin the crop, turning the pods and beans black. This is indeed a wonderful cropper, yielding from 75 to 100 bushels per acre un- der cultivation, while hundreds of my cus- tomers report yields of from 40 to 60 bushels per acre under average cultivation. Plant them 244 feet apart, 18 inches in the row, two to three beansinahill. They are much easier cultivated than small growing vari- ties, and much easier harvested. They ma- turereasonably early and ripen very evenly. As a baking bean Buckbee’s Electric Tree is not equalled and will meet your most sanguine expectations for market or family purposes. 1 pt. 12c, pt. 22c, qt. 35c. in size or general appearance of the vine, the pods are shorter, very much thicker, more fleshy and quite stringless. Moreover, while retaining the vigorand hardiness of the old sort, it is fully one week earlier. Dry bean color of ordinary Six Weeks, but much shorter. 1 pt. 10c, pt. 6c, qt. 30c. IMPROVED NAVY BEAN—This is a crop which can profitably be grown to a much greater extent than is now done, as it is one that certainly pays better than many field crops. It ripens early, before any danger of frost in northern bean growing lati- tudes, and often yields sixty to eighty fold with ordinary field culture. 1g pt. 8c, pt. 15c, qt. 28c. I give more attention to the details of my SOLID FACTS! business than any seedsman I know of. What does this mean tomy customers? The best seeds, prompt- ness and accuracy in filling orders. is = R See L ra nA SS SS GREATEST | NOVELTY OF THE AGE. THE FINEST LIMA BEAN ON EARTH. A 7a Crore! [= ——— > CULTURE. These are even more sensitive to cold and wet, us well as to droughts and hot winds than the dwarf varieties. After settled warm weather, set poles four to eight feet long in rows north and south four feet apart, the poles being three feet apart in the row and set leaning to the north at an angle of about 35 degrees. Set in this way the vines climb better, bear earlier, and the pods are straighter and more easily seen. Around each hill plant from five to eight beans two bes inches deep. When wel started thin to four plants, and Y start any that fail to climb around the pole in the same way ) as the others, for they will not grow well otherwise. EXTRA EARLY KING OF THE GARDEN LIMA— A care- fully selected and improved strain of the old large Lima Bean, and so far superior to all other strains that I giveit the most prominent notice. Podsvery long, often containing four to six very large beans. The beans are so large and handsome that they sell wellin any market, while in quality they are excel- lent. Pods are produced in largeclusters and vines present a beautifulsight. 1¢ pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt.35c. EARLY LARGE WHITE LIMA—A greatly improved variety of excellent quality. vangiall growing and vigorous; leaves medium size, light green; blossoms small,. white; pods borne in clusters, long, broad, very thin, dark green; beans large, kidney shaped, greenish-white, flat. 1¢ pt. 12c, pt. 20c. qt. 35c. SEIBERT’S EARLY LIMA—The earliest true Lima. No other sort so early or good. As large as the largest, making it the best Lima Bean ever offered. The vine is exceptionally hardy and vigorous and not only produces pods earlier, but continues bear- ing longerthan any othersort. The pods and green beans are as large as those of the King of the Gar- den Lima, and of better quaiity. Stock is limited this season. Order early. No progressive‘ gard- ener will fail to try it. 1¢ pt. 15¢, pt. 25c, qt. 45c. NEW WILLOW LEAF LIMA—F'ive thousand from one. | This new and very unique Pole bean was brought ug prominently before the public but lately. It has : ao reached such popularity that itis now astandard sort. Itdiffersfromall other beans known by its beautiful deeply cut foliage, aptly described by its name “Willow Leaf.”? The beauty of this, although such an attraction, is over- looked as soon as it begins to bloom, because of the profusion of blossoms, which are truly astonishing. The vines are full of bloom, and later become loaded with pods. Vines bloom and bear pods of uniform size fora long time. Puré white beans, exceptionally tender; fine flavor. 14 pt.15c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. LAZY WIFE—The most popular pole bean grown. Pods are wonderfully broad, thick and above all entirely stringless. They surpass any other variety in the way vines cling to the poles, and every bean grower will at once acknowl- edge thisa most important qualification. Podsare rather flattish, oval shape, and when fully grown are from four to six inches long, exceedingly rich, but- tery and fine flavored when cooked. They are hardy, easily grown and most productive. Foran early and late snap sort, also as a dry shell or winter bean it is unsurpassed, and such is the peculiar taste and pleasing flavor of this bean that we have known persons who would not eat other varieties of string beans after tasting Lazy Wife. 1¢ pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. NEW EARLY BLACK LIMA—This valuable Limais certainly amarvel. The beans are so full and plump that the ends overlap each other in the pod. Vines pos- sess great vigor and wonderful productiveness, as many as 2,000 pods being produced on a single plant Pods contain three to four beans each, which are of a dark green color when cooked; noted for tenderness, delicate quality and delicious flavor, both fresh or dried, for winter use. 1 pt. 15c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. 17 ND) viitbow pear \ Uva Bran CHILD’S HORTICULTURAL LIMA—This novelty is a cross between the old Horticultural Bean—the finest flavored of all the pole beans—and the pole Lima. vored of all beans. sembles the Horticultural, but is flat like the Lima, while the flavor is exceedingly fine. than any other Lima and much more prolific. seven beans to a pod and is exceedingly prolific; added to its ex- treme earliness and fine combination of rich flavors, makes it the most important Lima. 14 BUCKBEE’S NEW HOLSTEIN—This grandest of all new varieties is of my own introduction. Its great popularity is shown by its being planted in thousands of gardens every season. | of all pole beans. Continues to bear throughout the season and isa beautiful sight. The ripe beans are of a beautiful Holstein color, hence its name. Handsome pods, long, stringless, borne in profusion. : : pt. 25c, qt. 45c. 2 Dis i) GOLDEN CHAMPION—One of the best of the wax podded pole beans. 1 Vines medium size, with golden yellow stems. pods long, cylindrical and very fleshy. Very early and prolific. 1g pt. 12c, pt. 22c, qt. 40c. KENTUCKY WONDER, or OLD HOMESTEAD— Vine vigorous, climb- ing well and very productive. long. Two weeks earlier than Southern Prolific. oval, dun colored. SCARLET RUNNER—Chiefly grown for its flowers. Tne richest and most buttery fla- In coloring and markings this new cross re- The bean is fully three weeks earlier It bears five to lg pt. 15e, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. Earliest Very productive and of fine clinging habit. 1g pt. 15e, Flowers pink, Blossoms white, pods green, very Bean, long- 1g pt. 12c, pt. 22c, qt. 40c. Beans of fine flavor and delicious quality. Flowers searlet. 1¢ pt. 10c, pt. 1&c, qt. 35c. WHITE RUNNER—Similar to the last, but with long racemes of pure white blos- Sa\) soms. Beans large, kidney shaped white. 1 pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. RED SPECKLED CUT SHORT, or CORN HILL—Very popular for planting among corn, and will give a good crop without the use of poles. Vines medium, not twisting tightly, with dark colored, smooth leaves and white blossoms. Pods short, cy- lindrical and tender. Beans nearly oblong, cut off diagonally at the ends; white covered with red- dish brown. 1 pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. WHITE DUTCH CASE KNIFE—Vines moderately vig- orous, climbing well, but not twining as tightly as some, and so may be used for a corn hill bean. Leaves, large, crumpled; blossoms white; beans broad, kidney shaped, flat, clear white and of excel- lent quality greenordry. 1 pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. GOLDEN ANDALUSIA—The grandest of all pole beans. The bright golden pods are of fine size, just the right length, delightfully stringless, broad, thick, fleshy, fine flavored, and above all else very rich and but- tery. Vines bear almost continually and profusely throughout the entire season. You will make no mistake in planting this variety. 1% pt.12c, pt. 20e, Sy jy WANK A Revelation Among Mangels-s+ CULTURE. The best results are obtained on a deep, rich sandy loam, which should be well pre- Wi i V } ; ——____—_——— pared and thoroughly enriched. Seed should be sown as soon as ground is nicely set- Wi LY Y] tled, in drills thirty inchesapart. Cultivate well when young and thin out 5 y | Lf Yi , the plants to one foot apart in the row. If these thinnings are carefully handled, and the larger leaves cut off, they can be reset to fill vacancies, and will make : tthe largest roots. CareyHON. A. J. LOVEJOY, of |should beiaken in eee Roscoe, Ill., the Eminent |not to break or bruise the Stock Specialist. writes: |Loots, as it has- fous cheinide: Stock Specialist, writes: cay. ? To pre- serve mangels “The results which I ob- uring bags See tained by planting Buck- oer ae a cool cellar a3 S -c truly |Similar to potatoes, or bee’s Mores Seed ore truly Bary fad pits in a dry amazing. I heartily re-|.j¢ya- tion and cover} commend them to all.” lwith a light covering of straw, then a covering of boards, and lastly @ goodly covering of soil to protect them in severe and wet weather. Iwould particularly recommend that those interested in growing roots for stock feeding send to the United States Department of Agricul- ture, Washington, D.C., for a free copy of Bulletin No. 11, giving the analysis of American feeding stuffs. if Higl] i, / / il YIELDS OVER 2000 Bus. PER ACRE se lll ANNAN ti iiss a] THE GREATEST MANGEL OF THE CENTURY. BUCKBEE’S MASTODON — Without Doubt the Greatest Creation in Mangels Ever Placed Before the Public. THE LARGEST, HEAVIEST AND MOST PROFITABLE MANGEL OFFERED. Buckbee’s Mastodon is enormously, wonderfully productive. Its yield is exceedingly fabulous; 1,500 to 1,800 bushels per acre is nothing uncommon on good soil, and many experimental stations and trial tests the past year have produced at the rate of 2,000 to 2,500 bushels per acre. We took many hundreds of specimens from our fields weighing over 60 pounds each, and many reaching the sensa- tional weight of 75 pounds and over. Could anything be more marvelous than this truly wonderful Mangel. In length Buckbee’s Mastodon is about the same as Buckbee’s Mammoth Long Red Mangel, but it is particularly remarkable for its handsome shape and broad shoulders, its diameter being greater and its weight very much heavier. The flesh is red, of very fine texture and quality, containing less water and’more sugar than any other mangel, except it be New Imperial Sugar, making it more nutritious and milk producing. Sheepand other stock thrive better when fed on it, picking out pieces of it in preference to other kinds. Prominent Mangel authorities consider Buckbee’s Mastodon by far the most valuable and profitable of all stock feeding beets. Please remember that I own and contro! the entire stock of this grand variety. Itis sucha shy seeder that the seed cannot be grown as cheaply as other Mangels, yet being desirous of placing this grand Mangel at prices within reach of all, I offer it at the following excep- tionally low values: Oz. 8c, 4% 1b. 20¢, 14 Ib. 35c, 1b. 60c, 5 pounds $2.50, prepaid. a 18 Vis BUCKBEE’S MAMMOTH LONG RED MANGEL— {i Without question this grand Mangel of my own D introduction stands without a rival: It has created a great sensation wherever grown on / account of its extraordinary size, single roots weigning from thirty to forty pounds being of frequent occurrence. Wonderfully productive, producing onan average the enormous quantity of from 1,000 to 1,500 bushels and over of the fin- est specimens per acre. The quality is of the highest order. Its keeping qualities are not ex- celled. The erop is always uniform, and the color is of a beautiful dark red. You cannot af- ford to be without this best ofall Mangels. Oz. 5e, 4 lb. 15e, b¢ Ib. 25c, lb. 40c, or 5 lbs. (for one acre) 31.75 prepaid. GOLDEN TANKARD MANGEL—This distinct var- ieiy isa most important addition to our list of roots for stock feeding, as it contains less water and more sugar than most Mangels. The very best for dairy farming; considered indispensa- ble wherever grown. Seed contains more than Zz German, Kopfkohl. French, Chou Pomme. Spanish, Repollo. Swedish, Kal. One-half pound of seed in beds, to transplant, for an acre. One of the chief departments of my seed growing business consists of growing cabbage for seed only. My stock has reached 9 ASCKBEES FEVABLE GABBAGE SEEDn@ such a high point of merit that it is a household word everywhere that ‘‘BUCKBEE’S SEED is the most reliable and produces more good, marketable heads per acre than any offered.” And from the many thousands of unsolicited testimonials which I have received from all over the country I have reason to believe that the time which I personally spend in my cabbage fields is truly appreciated by my thousands of customers, who stand by me in saying: ‘‘BUCKBEE’S WESTERN GROWN SEEDS ARE THE VERY BEST.” CULTURE The requisite for complete success are: First, good seed; there is no vegetable where the seed has more influence on - the quality of the product than this, and gardeners should invariably select the best procurable. Second, rich, well prepared yround. Third, frequent and thorough cultivation. A heavy, moist and rich loam is most suitable, which should be highly manured and worked deep. Cabbages are so universally grown all over the country that specific directions regarding the time and methods of planting for all localities cannot be given. In general, north of the 40th parallel, the early sorts should be sown very early in hot-beds, hardened off by gradually exposing them to night air, and, as early as the ground is in good condition, transplanted, set- ting eighteen inches to thirty-six inches apart, according to size of variety. South of the 40th parallel sow from the middle ort September, or according to latitude, transplant into cold a frames if necesssary to keep through winter, and set in open ground as early as possible in the spring. The late autumn and cau winter varieties may be sown from the middle to the last of Kno ar spring and transplanted when about six inches high. Shadeand ar important that the plants should stand thinly in the seed bed, or they will run up weak and slender and be likely to make long stems. One of the most successful market gardeners recommends sowing cabbage for family use as follows: At the desired time sow the seed in drills, or in hills, thinly, and after the plants areof sufficient size thin to the proper distance in the row, or to a single plant to the hill, and cultivate as usual. This is a very simple method and in some cases is very successful. Cabbages should be hoed every week and the ground stirred as they advance in growth, drawing up a little earth to the plant each time until they begin to head, when they should be thoroughly cultivated and left tomature. Loosening the roots will sometimes retard the bursting of full grown heads. To preserve cabbage during the winter pull them on a dry day, and turn them over on the heads a few hours to drain. Set them out in a cool cellar, or bury them with the heads downward in long trenches ina dry situation. In the Middle States bury the head and part of the stump in the open ground and place over them a light covering of straw or boards to protect them in severe weather. water the late sowings in dry weather to get them up. It is It is the poorest investment in the world; the failure can never be known until an entire season’s labor and outlay is lost. BUCKBEE’S NEW RACE HORSE—The earliest cabbage in cultiva- tion. Ready to use in sixty days from the time of planting. Heads are of good size, weigh from 8 to 13 pounds, have but few outside leaves and therefore may be planted very close together, and yield large crops; always of fine flavor and very solid. I control the entire stock of this earliest of all varieties. Pkt. 5e, oz. 20c, 144 lb. 7c, 14 1b. $1.25, 1b. $2.00. HENDERSON’S EARLY SPRING—A grand acquisition. The whole plant is finely bred. It possesses wonderful uniformity in shape, being round, slightly flattened at topofhead. Flavoris delicious, and every plant makes a good, marketable head. Very early variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. 2Uc, 14 lb. Tic, 14 1b. $1.25, 1b» $2. TRUE EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD—Stands to-dayin an exalted position among early cabbages. It is grown more exclusively for market (Buckbee’s New Queen excepted) than any other early cabbage, and it is so universally popular with market gardeners that I have devoted particular attention to growing the choicest and most valuable strain. It is always of good size, very solid, and has but few outside leaves,a reliable header and always gives satisfaction. Pkt. 4c, oz. 15c, 14 )b 50c, 14 1b. 80e, lb. $1.50. EXTRA EARLY WINNINGSTADT—One of the best for general use, being a very fine header and will growa hard head under cir- cumstances where most sorts would fail, so that those who have failed with other kinds could hope to succeed with this. It seems to suffer less from the cabbage worm than any other sort. Plant very compact, with short, thick leaves. Heads regular, con- ical and very hard. Pkt. 3c, oz. 12c, 44 1b. 35c, 4 1b. 65c, 1b. $1.25. _ ALLHEAD EARLY—A first-class novelty. We quote the origina- tor’s description: “ Earliest of all large cabbages, often coming in before Early Summer. It is at least one-third larger than this popular variety, and therefore much more profitable to the market gardener, who have in this variety a cabbage larger and at the same time earlier—considerations of the greatest impor- tance, while the Allhead Early has that quality to be desired for earliness; is also valuable for late winter cabbage. Seed of the Allhead sown in July and plants set out about the middle of Au- gust will bring heads large and solid, which are sure to stand the winter well. You will not be disappointed in this magnificent variety.’? Pkt. 4c, oz. 15c, 14 lb. 50c, 14 1b. 80c, 1b. $1.50. HENDERSON’S EARLY SUMMER—This variety is deservedly popu- lar with market gardeners. It forms large, solid, round flat- tened, compact heads of excellent quality. The heads average more than double the size of the Jersey Wakefield, while it ma- tures only 10 to 12 days later. The leaves turn into theheads so completely that about 9,000 plants may be set to an acre, making a very profitable crop. My seed is true and grown from only the most solid heads. Pkt. 8c, oz. 12c, 14 lb. 35c, 44 lb. 65c, lb. $1.25. GREGORY’S ALL SEASONS—One of the most desirable new sorts and very popular as a market gardeners’ cabbage. The heads are hard and solid, round, flattened on top, of the very best quality, and ready for market nearly as early as Early Summer, often larger in size. Noted for its ability to stand a hot summer and dry weather. Pkt. 3c, oz. 12c, 4b. 35c, 141b 65c, lb. $1.25. BUCKBEE’S FAULTLESS—One of the best second early and fall varieties ever introduced, is absolutely ‘‘Faultless.”’> Has been in popular and growing demand ever since its introduction. Sure to head; large and firm; has but few outside leaves, of vigorous constitution, rapid grower; the peer of all this class; excellent keeper. I recommend it for both familyand market uses. [Tkt. 5c, 02. 20c, % 1b. 75c, 14 1b. $1.25, 1b. $2.00. 25 CHEAP CABBAGE SEED. MY SEED IS GROWN FROM SELECTED HEADS AND SAVED FROM CENTER SHOOTS. BURPEE’S SUREHEAD—A famous main crop cabbage, producing large, round, flattened heads of the ‘‘Flat Dutch” type, and is remarkable for its certainty to head. Heads uniform, hard, firm and fine in texture, weighing from 10 to 15 pounds; swect flavored, has scarcely any loose leaves, keeps well. Good for shipping, and just the quality to suit market gardeners and farm- ers. Pkt. 4c, oz. lic, 14 Ib. 50c, 14 1b. 80c, 1b. $1.50. BUCKBEE’S MAMMOTH LATE FLAT DUTCH—This is the money maker among late cabbages for gardeners, and for family use it ranks high. Heads are large, sound, very solid; broad, flat on top and of a beautiful bluish green color, with but few outside leaves. The quality is fine and flavor excellent, heads being, when open, crisp and white. You will make no mistake in plant- ing this variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 14 lb. 75c, 14 Ib. $1.25, 1b. $2.00. FROTSCHER’S SUPERIOR LATE FLAT DUTCH—The standard late variety throughout the south. A very superior cabbage in every way; large size, perfectly solid heads, wonderful yielder and above alla fine keeper. You will make no mistake by planting this variety. Pkt. 4c, 0z. 20c, 14 lb. 75c, 14 Ib. $1.25, lb. $2.00. BUCKBEE’S MAMMOTH LATE BRIDGEPORT DRUMHEAD—Standard shipping sort. It makes a large, round, firm head, which seldom bursts or rots. It is now indeed one of the most profitable sorts to grow, and will give you unbounded satisfaction for every pur- pose. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 141b. 75c, 14 1b. $1.25, lb. $2.00. MAMMOTH RED ROCK—Certainly the finest and by far the best new variety of red cabbage on the market. The heads will aver- age over 10 pounds each, and are always of rich red color inside as well as outside. while they are almost (literally) as hard as rock. Tryit. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 14 lb. 75c, 14 1b. $1.25, 1b. $2.00. IMPROVED AMERICAN SAVOY—Very valuable variety, being of much finer flavor and quality than the best of other cabbage. Particularly adapted for private use, where quality rather than quantity is desired. Grown in fall, and allowed to be touched by frost, it is one of the most delicious of all vegetables. Pkt. 3c, oz. 12c, 14 1b. 35c, 14 1b. 65ce, lb. $1.25. ts I can also supply the following varieties of Cabbage, which are too well known to need description, at the uniform price of pkt. 3c, 0z. 12¢c, 14 lb. 85c, 14 Ib. 65c, 1b. $1.20: Charleston or Large Wakefield Extra Early Express Stone Mason Marblehead Very Early Etampes Large Late Drumhead Early Peerless Marblehead Mammoth Autumn King Premium Late Flat Dutch Early Large York Early Dwarf Flat Dutch Fottler’s Improved Brunswick Vandergaw, or Midsummer Acme Large Late Flat Dutch Improved Large Late Flat Dutch Henderson’s Succession Filderkraut Solid South Luxemburg Red Dutch, or Pickling Perfection Drumhead Savoy .+ BUCKBEE’S SUPERIOR CARROT SEED «+ German, Moehren; French, Carotte; Spanish, Zanahoria; Swedish, Moret. One ounce of seed will sow a row 100 feet long. Four to five pounds will sow an acre. U While a sandy loam, made rich by manuring the previous year, is the best soil for the carrot, an d la i ’ é ’ > na, CULT RE. thoroughly and deeply worked, produces satisfactory crops. Clover sod turned under deeply ona Pell Se with a dressing of rotten manure, is most excellent for the general crop. When it is possible to do so, it is advisable to sow as early in the spring as the ground is fit to work, though good crops may, in this latitude, be grown fromsowings as late as June 15th. Pr2pare the ground thoroughly and sow in drills 12 to 24 inches apart, using from four to :five pounds to the acre, according to the distance between the rows. Cover one-half to one inch deep and see to it that the soil is well firmed about the seed. As soon asthe plants ap- pear use the cultivator or wheel hoe, and do not let the weeds get a start. Thin from three to six inches apart in the row as soon as plants are large enough. Gather and store for winter use like beets or turnips. ION F 4h Nante BUCKBEE’S NEW SELECT DANVERS—Best of all, an improvement obtained by years of careful selection of the best formed and deepest colored roots of the old favorite, Half Long Danvers. Flesh, sweet, crisp and tender. Itisof a rich, dark orange color, and all the roots are uniformly smooth and hand- some. This variety, although the roots are shorter, produces asilarge a bulb as the longer sorts and is much more easily harvested. I can heartily recom- mend Buckbee’s Danvers to you, either for a family, market or field variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 44. 1b 35c, 14 1b. 60c, lb. $1.00, 5 lbs. only $4.50 prepaid. IMPROVED INTERMEDIATE—A very fine variety for either field or garden cul- ture. Large, symmetrical roots of adeep orange red. They arestraightand smooth, free from roughness aud of the best quality. Tops are small and roots of mammoth size. You will find this variety very desirable for home, market or stock use. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 lb. 20c, 14 lb. 35¢c, lb. 60c, 5 lbs. only $2.75 prepaid. IMPROVED LONG ORANGE—One of the most desirable of all carrots, either for garden or field culture on mellow soil. An improvement obtained by years of careful selections of the best formed and deepest colored roots of the old Long Orange. Roots proportionately shorter than the Long Orange and smoother, but so uniform and true that the bulk of the crop will begreater. Itis a good keeper, of fine quality for table use, and highly meritorious for stock. Pkt. 3c, 0z. 6c, 14 lb. 18c, 44 Ib. 30c, Ib. 50c, 5 lbs. only $2.25 prepaid. NOTICE. . A package of Carrot |= Seed contains more than 5,000 seeds. SS RUCKBEE SSF DANVERS NEW CHANTENAY or MODEL—Tops medium size; necks small, roots tapering slightly, but uniformly stump rooted and smooth; color deep orange red; flesh very crisp and : tender. While this is a medium early sort, it furnishes roots of usable size as early asany- It isa heavy cropper and is one of the best for both the market and private gardener, whileits great productiveness makes it very desirable asa field sort. Pkt, 3c, oz. 6c, 14 lb. 15c, 44 Ib. 28c, lb. 50c, 5 lbs. for only $2.25 prepaid. OXHEART or GUERANDE—Tops smaii for the size of the root, specimens of which have > been grown which were over seven inchesin diameter. They are broad, top-shaped, the diameter often exceeding the length, and terminate abruptly in asmall tap root, and by reason of their shape are very easily dug. Flesh bright orange, fine grained andsweet. This isa desirable variety on soils too hard and stiff for the long grow- ing sorts,as it is not over five or six inches long. When young, excellent for table use, and when mature equally good for stock. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 44 lb. 18c, 44 1b. 30¢e, lb. 50c, 5 lbs. for only $2.95 prepaid. BUCKBEE’S EARLIEST FORCING—Absolutely the earliest of carrots, but of somewhat smaller size, roundish in shape and exceptionally sweet and tender; very desirable for forcing purposes; used extensively for bunching for earliest market. It is also a very valuable variety for home use. Small tops and roots. Pkt. dc, oz. 10c, 4 Ib. 5c, 14 lb. 60c, 1b. $1.00, 5 Ibs. for only $4.50 postpaid. - EARLY (ART Hort EARLY SCARLET HORN—One of the most ponular of all varieties. A favorite for early crop. Color deep beautiful orange; flesh finely grained and of agreeable flavor; tops small; has a short, stump-shaped root, large at top, therefore easily pulled. Grows well in shallow soil; of fine quality; yields and sells well. Pkt. 8c, oz. 6c, 14 lb. 18c, 1g 1b..30e, Ib. 50c, 5 lbs. only $2.25 postpaid. | HALF LONG SCARLET NANTES, STUMP ROOTED—Certainly one of the finest varieties; tops medium in size; roots cylindrical, smooth, bright orange color; flesh orange, becoming yellow in center, but with no distinct core. prove alike desirable for family or market purposes. Pkt. 3¢e, oz. 6c, % lb. 18¢, % lb. 30c, 1b. 50c, 5 lbs. for only $2.25 postpaid. Of the finest quality. Will I can also supply the following standard varieties of Carrots, which are too well known to need az: extended description at the uniform price of pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 1b. 15c, 44 1b, 28e, lb. 50¢c, 5 Ibs. for only $2.25 postpaid. HALF LONG DANVERS. EARLY FRENCH FORCING. ST. VALLERY. LONG RED SURREY. LONG RED ALTRINGHAM, L. A. MINCKLER, a leading gardener of Zion, Wis., writes: “‘T have the best vegetables that were brought in this and the Oshkosh market, The Danvers Carrots—in fact everything could not be beat. Thanks to BUCKBEE’S SEEDS.” R. G. PATTON, Elk River, Minn., writes: : “* The results which I obtained by planting BUCKBEE’S CARROT SEED were certainly astonishing. Will certaiily call on you again for seeds.”’ 26 16 NTS *, \ (aa a MR. JOHN SASSER, Gladewater, Texas: “Tam very much pleased with everything I vour Majesticand Victoria Car rots are World Beaters.’’ got of you. yl \ PX \\\ EN PLEASE BEAR IN MIND and increasing the supply of milk to a wonderful degree. cut small, then sprinkled with salt and fed with meal. That all experimental investigations and other tests have placed Carrots among the leaders as a desirable food for stock. Dairymen prize them very highly for their great fattening qualities There is no better food in winter for horses and other stock than carrots Do not fail to take advantage of the exceedingly low prices which I have placed on this seed, for it will pay you a hundrea fold for time spent in caring for same. You cannot fail to havea good crop by plant- ing my Superior Western Grown Carrot Seed. I would particularly recommend that those interested in growing roots for stock feeding send to the United States Department of Agriculture, Washington, D. C., fora free copy of Bulletin No. 11, giving the analysis of American Food Stuffs. If you wish to grow Carrots for stock you will male a serious mistake if you grow any other than these two kinds. It seems no exaggeration to say that we could fill a book as large as this catalogue with the written and spoken praises that our customers have lavished upon these Carrots. We have yet to learn of a single instance in which they have failed to give the fullest satisfaction. Whenever they are shown at fairs, exhibitions, etc., they invariably capture the prize. BUCKBEE’S MAJESTIC—This is the largest and unquestionably the heaviest cropping and most nutritous yellow variety in cultiva- tion. Itis the largest and best form of orange or yellow carrot known. The roots are remarkably fine, very symmetrical and of excellent quality, possessing high feeding properties. It isa heavy cropper on all soils but especially adapted to strong or rich land. It grows fully half as much weight again per acre as the ordinary varieties, and as the roots grow more above the ground it is much easier to gather the crop. ‘This grand variety is sure to suit every one who grows it. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1% lb. 25c, 44 lb. 40c, lb. 75c, 5 lbs. $3.50 postpaid. IT a ul : E Ron of these two great VICTORIA for all-around good qualities. Weare frequently asked, ‘‘Which is the better of these two carrots?”’ MAJESTIC, Lam free to say that VICTORIA is equally as much in favor. what more in favor than the white, but there is no other white stock carrot that can compare with BUCKBEE’S In order, however, that our customers may test the comparative merits carrots, we will send to any address to any part of the United States, postpaid, One Pound Each of BUCKBEE’S BUCKBEE’S VICTORIA—This is the heaviest cropping carrot grown, yielding more tons to the acre than any other sort. The flesh is white, crisp, solid and very sweet in flavor. It is a vast im- provement on the white and green Belgian sorts as it is not only much more productive but vastly easier to handle. The roots are short and very heavy at the shoulder, rendering them easily harvested. Too much can scarcely be said of their size and great productiveness. The roots frequently measure from fifteen to twenty inches in circumference, and eighteen to twenty-five tons to the acre is not an extravagant statement as tothe yield. Pkt. 5e, oz. 10c, 14 lb. 25c, 14 1b. 40c, lb. 75c, 5 lbs. $3.50 postpaid. While there are many who prefer the It is true that yellow carrots are some- MAJESTIC and VICTORIA CARROTS for Only $1.40. My fivepound price, viz: 7c (postpaid) per poundis absolutely the lowest price _ at which it will be possible for me to sell these two greatest of all carrots in quantity. BUCKBEE’S IMPROVED SHORT WHITE—This distinct variety is, we think, destined to take firstrankasa field carrot, owing to its enormous productiveness and its growing well out of the ground, making it comparatively easy to harvest. Roots one-half long, smooth, very heavy at the shoulder, but taper regularly to the point; color light green above ground, white below; flesh rich, white, solid and crisp, and of excellent flavor. This variety is a heavy vielder, easily harvested, and the best of itsclass. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 4 Ib. 20v, 14 1b. 35c, lb. 60c, 5 lbs. only $2.75, postpaid. LARGE WHITE VOSGES—This is a field carrot and especially suit- able for soils that are not very deep; itis very productive, keeps well and is easily pulled. Very broad at the neck. narrowed abruptly at the point. One of the very best for cattle feeding. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 144 1b. 15c, 14 1b. 25c, lb. 40c, 5 lbs. $1.75, postpaid. 9 a MAMMOTH WHITE BELGIAN—A splendid variety for fattening, stock. The roots are surprisingly mammoth in size and its pro- ductiveness is amazingly enormous, often yielding ten tons and over of roots peracre. It is highly recommended by experimen- tal stations and agricultural colleges for fattening all kinds of stock. and exceptionally desirable for its great milk producing qualities. The lower part of the root is white, that growing above ground and exposed to the air being green. You will be pleased with it. Pkt. 2c, oz. 5c; 14 lb. 15c, 14 |b. 25c, 1b. 40c, 5 lbs. only $1.75, postpaid, MAMMOTH YELLOW BELGIAN—Identical to the above except in color. Pkt. 2c, oz. 5c, 4% lb. 15c, 14 lb. 25c, lb. 40c, 5 Ibs. only $1.75, postpaid. xe 4 b Pe NOTICE. A package of Caulifiower Seed contains more than 300 seed. ———— S Y Y/ ) s) \"\\ S—S —S—_T —<——F —= COPYRICKTED 189¢ BY. H.W. BUCKBEE ZA =< | | CAULIFLOWER 3 Gerntan, Blumen-Kohl. French, Chou-feur. Spanish, Colifor. Swedish, Blomkal. The Cauliflower, although one of the most delicious vegetables, is but little grown except by professional gardeners, by reason of the erroneous notion that it is so hard to grow that only skilled gardeners can produce it. Iam certain that any one will be reasona- bly successful with this most desirable vegetable if they will observe the cultural directions given below. . CU LTURE For spring and early summer crop sow in March or early in April in hotbed, and transplant to cold frame when ° sufficiently large, and to the open ground as soon as hard freezing isover. The plants will endure a light frost. The soil for Cauliflower should be like that for cabbage, but itis better to bemadericher than is ordinarily used for thatcrop. Givethe plants thorough culture and keep free from worms with Persian insect powder. Forlate crop sow at thesame timeas for late cabbage, and treat in the same manner. It should be borne in mind that Cauliflower will not head up good in hot dry weather, and hence thesow- ings should be so regulated as to bring it in either early summer or late fall. Although nine-tenths of the Cauliflowers grown in this country are produced without it, frequent and abundant watering is so beneficial thatit pays well forthelaboritcosts. Aftertheheads begin to form, draw the leaves over them and pinor tie them together to protect them from thesun and keep them white. , They should be cut for use while the ‘‘curd”’ is compact and hard, as they soon become tough and bitter after they open and separate into branches. Do not be misled by ordering cheap, inferior seeds, bankrupt stock, etc., which some seedsmen are offering, and which as a gift is too expensive. My seed is carefully tested, perfectly reliable, and will please you in every way. BUCKBEE’S EXTRA EARLY CHIEF—I have no hesitancy in intro- | HENDERSON’S TRUE EARLY SNOWBALL—Certainly a fine variety, ducing to you Buckbee’s Extra Early Chief, the greatest of all early Cauliflowers. The best variety for either market or fami- ly purposes; by far the earliest and surest header and the most profitable grown. The greater part of Cauliflower seed offered is of European growth, but after years of careful study and per- severance am able to offer this thoroughbred American variety— “Chief.” It isof very compact growth, with short stalks. They can be planted very close together, and the leaves growing up- ward naturally protect the heads, which, to say the least, are handsome beyond description, measuring fully twelve to fifteen inches across, and even more under careful cultivation; are pure snow white, very close, compact and of the most superior quality. The heads being so extremely solid and deep, weigh heavier than any early variety. ‘‘Buckbee’s Extra Early Chief” stands at the head as a shipping sort, the peer of all as a market and fam- ily variety. Will more than meet your expectations. Mr. H. Landers, the great Cauliflower specialist, says; ‘‘ Regarding the trial which I have made of Buckbee’s Extra Early Chief, it was with some doubt that f was first tempted to try this variety, three seasons ago, as there are so many ‘Bests’ offered, but I can heartily say that after trying your new Cauliflower it more than meets my expectations. It is a week earlier than Henderson's Snowball, and a better variety in every way. It can be used for early or late Cauliflower, with the full assur- ance that it is impossible to procure a better or more reliable variety.”’ My stock is limited, so getin your ordersearly. Pkt. lic, 2 pKts. 25c, 44 oz. $1.00, 0z. $3.00, 44 lb. $10.00. A. F. WATSON, Cheboygan, Mich., writes: ‘‘ The seeds I got of you last year gave the best of satisfaction. The ‘Chief’ Cauliflower was immense.” great favorite and standard throughout the country; very early, close growing, of compact habit; it is well adapted for forcing under glass during winter and spring. It is without doubt one of the most reliable early varieties. My stockis perfectly relia- ble, and will satisfy you in every particular. Pkt. 10c, 3 oz. $1.25, oz. $2.00; 14 lb. $7.50. EXTRA EARLY DWARF ERFURT (Selected)—Remarkable for reli- ability of heading; very dwarf, with solid, pure white heads of the most superior quality. If planted the first of March, heads eight to ten inches in diameter will be ready early in June, in which month the entire crop is ready for market. Market gar- deners and private planters will do well to plant this superior variety. Pkt. 10c, ¢ oz. $1.25, oz. $2.00, 14 1b. $7.50. BUCKBEE’S EARLY FAVORITE—The earliest, the surest and the preferable variety to grow, surpassing most other varieties. Will stand heat and drought exceptionally well. For forcing this variety is particularly well adapted from its dwarf growth and short outer leaves. As a variety for the family and market gar- den it is unequalled. It also does equally well for late planting, - and may be considered as one of the best successive varieties. Pkt. 5c, 4% oz. 40c, oz. 70c, 14 Ib. $2.50. +f : EXTRA EARLY PARIS—A very reliable early variety. Good for forcing; produces a good head; of dwarf habit, with solid, pure white curd of superior quality. Should be planted very early, and will please you asa forcing, market orfamily variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. 40c, 14 1b. 31.25. LE NORMAND’S SHORT STEM—The very best large late variety grown; sure to please. Curd is well protected by leaves, and being hardy it stands drought very well; a sure header. of good quality. and fine in every way. Pkt. 5c, oz. 40c, 44 1b. $1.25. Cauliflower seed, as every gardener and Caulifiower fancier knows, is one of the seeds in the buying of which price should never be questioned. 28 about the roots. NOTICE. h A Packet of Celery Lire seed contains from 4,000 way C0 8,000 seeds. . ¥ SANCH:WBUCKBEE THE VERY OF CELERY. German, Seleri. -French, Celeri. Spanish, Apis. Swedish, Selleri. CU LTURE Celery has come so generally into use that almost every garden has a bed devoted to its growth, and if the soil is * rich and the plants well cared for, the celery will be one of the most prized products of the garden. Sow the seed (which is slow to germinate) in shallow boxes, or in a finely prepared seed bed out of doors, in straight rows, so that the small plants may be kept free from weeds. See to it that the seed is kept moist, almost wet, until theseeds germinate, as plenty of water is neces sary to get a satisfactory growth. When about two inches high thin out and transplant so that they may stand three inches apart and when the plants are four inches high cut off the tops, which will cause them to grow stocky. The crop is usually made to succeed some earlier crop, but in order to grow good celery the soil must be made as rich as possible; the essentials to success being very rich soil and plenty of water. If good plants are used they may be set out as late as the middle of August, but the best results are usually obtained from setting about tke last of June or the first of July. The most desirable time will depend upon the local climate, and is that which will bring the plants to maturity during cool, moist weather. In setting, prepare broad. shallow trenches, about six inches deep and four feet apart, in which the plants should be set six inches apart, cutting off the outer leaves and pressing the soil firmly When the plants are nearly full grown they should be ‘‘handled,”? which is done by one person gathering the leaves together while the second draws the soil about the plant to one-third its height, taking care that none of the earth falls between the leaves, as it would be likely to cause them to rust or rot. After afew days draw more earth about them and repeat the process every few days until only the tops of the leaves are visible; or the leaves may be pressed together by two wide boards held firmly a few inches apart by cross ties and stakes, when in a few days it will be fit for use. Care should be taken that the plants are not disturbed while they or the ground are wet, as it would be sure to injurethem. A part of the crop may be simply ‘‘handled”’ and then at the approach of severe freezing weather taken up and set out compactly in a dark cellar or an unused cold frame, which can be kept just above the freezing point, and it will then gradually blanch so that it may be used throughout the winter. Should the plants begin to wilt, water the roots without wetting the stalks or leaves, and they will revive again. Celery is sometimes grown by what is termed the new process, which consists in making a spot as rich as possible, and there setting the plants six to eight inches apart each way. If the soil is very rich and there is an abundance of water, the plants will blanch each other, and the product will be very white and _ handsome, but we think it is inferior in quality to that grown by the old method. I can also supply the following varieties of Celery, which are too well known to need extended descriptions, at the uniform price of Pkt. 3c, oz. 10c, 14 1b. 35c, 1¢ 1b. 65c, 1b. $1.25. CRAWFORD’S HALF DWARF / GOLDEN DWARF or GOLDEN HEART WHITE WALNUT DWARF WHITE SOLID LONG RIBBED RED GIANT BUCKBEE’S IMPROVED GOLDEN HEART —The best for family and | NEW GOLDEN YELLOW LARGE SOLID—Plants of a yellowish- market use. The quality is grand and far superior to the orig- green color when young, but as they mature the inner inal stock of Golden Heart in habit of growth, andisconsiderably | stems and leaves turn a beautiful goiden yellow, which adds BOSTON MARKET GIANT WHITE SOLID EARLY ARLINGTON c better than the parent stock. The stalks are very thick, beau- tifully formed, perfectly solid, of excellent flavor. Another requisite is its excellent keep- ing quality. In this respect it is the best Celery for winter storage, for market or private planting. You will find it an indispensable variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 14 lb. 60c, % lb. $1.10, Ib. $2.00. NEW GIANT PASCAL—The latest and best variety of Celery. It is a selection from the Golden Self-Blanching, andadds to the general good qualities of its par- ent, superior keeping qualities. Thestalks are very large, thick, solid, crisp and of a rich nutty flavor, free from any trace of bitterness. and quickly, and retains its freshnessa long time after be- ing marketed. The heart is golden yellow, very attractive. Pkt. 4c, oz. 12c, 14 1b. 45c, 14 1b. 80ce, lb. $1.50. ELERY SEED FOR FLAVORING—Oz. 5c, ¥% Ib. 12c, 14 lb. 20c, 1b. 35c. much to their attractiveness and makes the work of blanch- ing much easier. The hand- some color, crispness, tender ness, freedom from stringiness and fine nutty flavorof this var- iety make it only necessary to be tried in order to establish it as The Standard of Excellence as an Early Sort. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 14 |b. 60c, 14 lb. $1.10, 1b. $2.00. PERFECTION fine flavored, crisp and tender variety. The plants are a lit- tle taller than the Crawford’s Half Dwarf, and a little later in maturing. The stalks are medium sized, round, very solid, crisp and tender, and of ex- ceedingly fine and nutty flavor. Pkt. 4c, oz. 12c, 14 1b. 45c, 14 1b. 80c, lb. $1.50. NEW ROSE—A first-class Celery. Thecoloris a beautiful shade of rose, of exceptionally fine flavor, solid, crisp and entirely free from stringiness. A splendid variety for family and market use, keeping well. Pkt. 4c, oz. 15c, 1% 1b. 50c, 14 Ib. 80c, lb. $1.50. Buckbee’s Perfected Kalamazoo. It is an acknowledged fact that more good Celery is grown in the famous ‘‘Kalamazoo Celery Fields’? than anywhere in the country. For yearsour heaviest sales of Celery Seed have been in that section, and I havedevoted much time in the improvement of the justly celebrated variety grown in that section, until we now have this. acme of perfection in Celery—of creamy white color, ideal size and perfect shape. It is alike profitable either formarketorfamily use. There is no waste in preparing it for the table. M. M. Gangwer, of Stockertown, Pa., writes: ‘‘I highly prize your Perfected Kalamazoo Celery. It is the grandest of Celeries.’’ Icontrolthe entire product of this strain of seed. Send to Buckbee for the choicest stock seed. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 14 lb. 60c, 14 lb. $1.10, 1b. $2.00. It blanches very easily 29 HEARTWELL — A . ae ee is " CELERY-Self Blanching Varieties NEW GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING—The beautiful appearance of the plant, with its close habit, compact growth and straight vigorous stalks is shown in the illus- tration. The ribs are perfectly solid, crisp, and of delicious flavor, while it has the decided merit of being self-blanching toa very remarkable degree. Without banking up or any covering whatever, even the outer ribs become of a handsome, fresh, yellowish-white color. The heart is large, solid, and of a beautiful, rich, golden-yellow color. The leaves, also, are of a beautiful golden-yellow after the plant has been bleached. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 14 lb. ddc, 44 Ib. $1.00, 1b. $1.75. WHITE PLUME SELF-BLANCHING—This sort is too widely known to require an extended description. We will only say that we have not yet found aCelery that is as early and of as good a flavor, crisp and tender as our selection of this sort. Combined with these important points are its self-blanching qualities, which ren- der it one of the most valuable sorts. We sell every year large quantities of this seed to market gardeners, who find it uniformally white and free from green or hollow stalks. Itis not as good a keeper as our Golden Heart, but it is unsur- passed for fall and early winter use, and is the earliest Celery known. Pkt. 4c, oz. 15e, 4 Ib. 5c, 44 1b. 80c, 1b. $1.50. ; NEW PINK PLUME SELF-BLANCHING—The stalks of this magnificent new Celery are of clear, creamy white, shaded with beautifu! delicate pink. In flavor it is sweeter than any other, all red Celery having a stronger ‘‘Celery’’ flavor, and is preferred by celery lovers wherever known. The foliage is white, serrated like White Plume, and the plants bleach naturally. It has the long keeping qualities for which red Celeries are noticeable, and the faint tint of pink makes it wonder- fully attractive for table use. It hasno tendency to rust, but owing to its white top matures and blanches as early as White Plume. You will make no mistake in plantiug this pa, splendid variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 44 1b. 55c, 1 1b. $1.00, lb. $1.75. Celeriac or Turnip-Rooted Celery. German, Knollen-Sellerie. French, Celeri-rave. CU LTURE Sow the seed at the same season and give the same treatment °* as common Celery. Transplant the young plants to moist, rich soil, in rows two feet apart and six inches apart in the row. Give thorough cultivation. A the roots are the edible portion of this vegetable itis not necessary to earth up or ‘‘han-_ dle’ it. After the roots have attained a diameter of two inches or over, they willbe fit for use. To keep the same through winter | SELF BLANCHING CELERY. pack in dampearthorj Dear Sir: sand and put in the cellar, or leave out of Your Seeds gave good satisfaction. You | doors, covering with earth and straw, like} sent very full packages, and they grew good. | beets or carrots. T am glad to send you my order this year. 5 . TURNIP ROOTED-The Yours truly, root of this variety is turnip-shaped and JAY VAN BENSCHOTEN. |tender, having a sweeter taste and Dunraven, Delaware Co., N. ¥. stronger flavor than other varieties. It isused principally for = === seasoning meats and soups. Pkt. 3c, oz. 10c, 14 lb. 35c, 4¢ 1b. 60¢e, 1b. $1.00. —SZZEZz= 7 LARGE ROOTED SMOOTH PRAGUE—An improved form of the turnip-rooted celery, producing large and smooth roots, which are almost round, and with very few side roots. Plants vigorous, with large, deepgreenfoliage. Pkt. 4c, oz. 1c, 44 lb. 40c, delb. 70¢,lb. $1.25. THE WORLD-BEATING CUCUMBER. \ Without pie Question the Preferable Variety for Pickling, Market, Table and Family Use. ep \ \ YL: T Z LZ /ptee ee GZ BUCKBEE’S NEW ROCKFORD PICKLE. Without a doubt the culminating triumph of Cucumber introductions. It is unques- tionably the best Cucumber for pickles, and is used almost exclusively by pickle factor- ies throughout the country. The fruit is of medium size, wonderfully even in growth, slightly pointed at both ends. Extra early, and the whole crop can be depended upon to make fine shaped pickles. Color deep green ;‘ begins to set its fruit when quite young. You willfind this variety valuable for slicing also, being of fine flavor, crisp and delicious. I control the entire stock of this variety. Pkt. 10c, oz. lic, 14 1b. 35e, 1g Ib. 60c, 1b. $1.00. Mi Wi y a) \\ Ze Cc. C. MUHLBACH, Hillsboro, Ohio, writes: " G= +] planted 120 hills of your Rockford Pickle r jy, Y le ber and gathered from same 13,000 Cucumbers fit for YW, 7 7 7, market. I planted the seed July 2nd.”’ ; COULD YOU WISH FOR ANYTHING BETTER? 30 Spoon o noo ooo noeoooneoooeooeeoeeaeaoeoeoGe- CUCUMBERS. German, Gurke. French, Concombre. Spanish, Cihombro, CULTURE. as I. One ounce for 50 hills. Swedish, Guarka. Cucumber growing for seed is one of my great spec- jj No single grower has so large an acreage ‘3 Growing for the largest trade, my stocks have reached a height of ialties. Two to three pounds in hills per acre. erfection which I think unequalled by any strains extant, Cucumbers brive best on warm, rich sandy loam—the richer the land the better. Do not plant in the open ground until there is a prospect of settled warm _ weather. Plant in hills about four feet each way. When all danger from inseets is past, thin out the plants, leaving four of the strongest to each hill. he fruit should be gathered when large enough, whether required for use or not, for if left to ripen on vines it destroys their productiveness. —S~ * [can also supply the following standard yarieties of Cucumbers, which are too well known to need extended descriptions, at the uni- form price of Pkt. 8c, 02. 6c, 14 lb. 15c, % Ib. 25e, lb. 40c. Improved Long Green. Evergreen or Extra Long White Spine— Fine ; often 12 inches long. Hill’s Forcing White Spine—A strain of remarkable perfection. Early Prolific Short Green or Early Frame—Extra fine variety. Jersey Pickling—A fine variety. é Early Russian—Earliest in cultivation, hardy and prolific. Early Cluster--Wonderful yielder, quality extra fine. Improved Chicago Pickle—The true Westerfield early strain. Nichol’s Medium Green—An exceedingly fine variety. Boston Pickling or Green Prolific—Favorite early variety. Arlington Improved Early White Spine—A fine variety. Peerless White Spine—Straight cucumber, full at both ends. —SS>> SSS = ——S —=SaSSSSSSSS555 =—= ——S= —> ————— ea —<—— BZ ease LS BUCKBEE’S MONARCH WHITE SPINE—After being tried through- out the entire country, this variety has not been found wanting in any single point. [am confident that it will always hold the highest position, being of handsome growth, good length, very early and prolific, extremely productive, quite hardy and retains its ight green color permanently after being picked. Always of delicious flavor and unusually tender and crisp. Superior for ‘ pickling purposes. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/ Ib. 25¢, 14 lb. 40c, lb. 75c, BUCKBEE’S INTERNATIONAL—This own introduction more than please and, good early variety of my all who have tried it. Has no thick ends, of rich, luxuriant growth, an abundant yielder, has beautiful fruit and always of good, even shape. no superior, always tender and crisp. You should not fail to try it. Pkt. 5e,0z. luc, 14 lb. 25c, 14 1b. 40c, 1b. 75c. NEW GIANT PERA—One of the largest long green cucumbers. Skin perfectly free from spines; flesh crisp and white. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 4 Ib. 25e, 14 1b. 40c, Ib. 75c. days. Pkt. 4e, oz. 7c, 14 lb. 18c, 14 1b. 30¢, lb. 50c. COOL AND CRISP—A strain of White Spine somewhat like the Ar- lington, but longer and more cylindrical. The flesh is peculiarly crispand tender, and it is one of the very best for table use. | Pkt. 4c, 0z. 7c, 4% lb. 18¢, % 1b. 30c, 1b. 50e. | THORBURN’S NEW EVERBEARING—The merit of this variety is in the fact that the vines produce fruit continuously until killed by frost. They exhibit at the same time cucumbers in every stage of growth, but invariably of perfect form, even when quite small. The fruit is of fine green color and very desirable for pickling. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 1b. lic, 14 1b. 25c, lb. 40c. BUCKBEE’S NEW EXTRA EARLY LONG GREEN—Produced by se- In flavor it has #! | NEW EARLY SIBERIAN—This has proved to be the earliest sort in cultivation, producing cucumbers five inches long in about 55 | lection from Long Green. Vines vigorous and productive, form- ing fruit fit for table nearly as early as the shorter sorts. Fruit grows about twelve inches long, firm and crisp. The young fruit NOTICE. A. Packet of Cucumber j Seed contains from 200 to 300 seeds, except 4 Rollison’s make the best of pickles, and when ripe are preferable to any for sweetpickles. Weofferacarefully selected strain, uniformly long and of good form, with the large warts and spines well dis- tributed over the surface instead of being clustered at one end. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 1b. 25c, 4 1b. 40¢e, Ib. 7c. NEW IVORY KING—F'ruit large, clear white, very crisp, tender and of excellent flayor. Splendid for home garden, and the best whiteskinned variety. Pkt. 5c,0z.10c, 14 lb. 25c, 14g 1b. 40e, lb. 75. NEW JAPANESE CLIMBING CUCUMBER—The vines are of good, healthy, vigorous growth, with rich, dark green foliage, and throw out strong grasping tendrils, which enables it to climb trellises, wire netting, brush or any other suitable support. It comes into bearing quickly and continues abundantly through- out the season, while the climbing habit enables the fruit to * grow perfectly straight; from 12 to 18 inches in length. The cu- cumbers are thick, tender and of delicate flavor. Flesh pure white. Are of good quality, and when young make attractive pickles. Pkt. 5c, 0z. 10c, 144 lb. 30c, 14 1b. 50c, lb. 90c. EW PARISIAN PROLIFIC PICKLING—The Paris Pickling is de- cidedly the best of all in quality for pickling. The fruit is of an unusually dark green color, so deep that no coloring matter is necessary in preparing them for the pickling market. Very : crisp and tender. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 4% 1b. 30c, 14 1b. 50c, 1b. 90c. SNAKE OR SERPENT—The illustration very well represents their shape. They attain .a good size and the quality is very good. Raised mostly for curiosity and exhibition purposes and always attracts attention. Pkt. 4c, oz. 10c, 1% lb. 30c, 14 1b. 50c, 1b. 90c. WEST INDIA GHERKINS—Used exclusively for pickling. Small, oval shaped, prickly fruit. Pkt. 8c, oz. 12c, 14 Ib. 30c, 44 Ib. 50c. ROLLISON’S TRUE TELEGRAPH—Grown exclnsively for forcing purposes, for which use it has noequal. Pk — 2c. . ROCKFORD PICKLE } .N MRS. J. E. DICKSON, Red Cloud, Neb., writes: ‘* Your Cucumber Seed which I planted last season proved very satisfactory in every way.”’ 31 if THREE EXCELLENT SWEET CORNS SEIS = FIRST of ALES Sw BUCKBEE’S FIRST OF ALL—Farlier thantheCory. Thousands of my customers who planted ‘‘First of All” in 1897 speak in the highest praise of this incomparable Sweet Corn. Thousands of comparative tests made by Sweet Corn experts throughout the country as well as at Rockford Seed Farms have proven it to be from three daysio a week earlier than Cory, making it very desirable, not only for family gardens, but an especial boon to market gardeners who desire to have the first Sweet Cornin qarket, and thereby receive the topnotch prices. The illustra- tion, engraved from a photograph of an average ear, reduced in size, shows the form of the ears, which are of good size, well filled with large grains to the very tip. Many of the ears contain from ten to twelve rows, while the Cory generally has only eight rows. In habit of growth it ex- cels all other early varieties, being stocky and exceptionally vig- orous. The quality is most superior, very excellent and unsur- passingly sweet. | j You cannot help being pleased by planting ‘‘Buckbee’s First of All.” 6 pt. 12c, pt, 20c, gt. 30c, 3g bu. 50c, % bu. 80c, 4 bu. $1.50, bu. $2.50. BUCKBEE’S PRIVATE STOCK EVERGREEN—This Sweet Corn as} now improved is the best for maincrop. The illustration dis- tinctly shows the formation and depth of grains and the manner in which they are set on the cob, which is small in comparison to the size of the ears, making this strain of Stowell’s Evergreen Sweet Corn the preferable variety ever offered for main crop. For table use the quality of Buckbee’s Private Stock Evergreen Sweet Corn cannot be excelled; it is very tender, sugary, and re- mains a long time in condition suitable for cooking; coming into market at a time when the main crops are being sold, these are very important conditions. For canning purposes Buckbee’s Private Stock Evergreen Sweet Corn will prove most satisfac- tory; its larze ears, with long, slender grains, make by far the most saleable canned corn, and it out yields all other varieties. CAA = BUCKBEE FOR 1898. writes: **I planted Buckbee’s First of All Sweet Corn the last of April, and sold same in the market June 30, & was the first in market and my Corn Sy sold for a high price. Gsos BUCKBEE’S BEST OF ALL—After years of careful selection lam able to offer you the best early Sweet Corn on the market. The demand for this certainly ‘‘Best of All” varieties exhausted my stock early in the season again—last year. Owing to the very favorable growing season the past year, I am in hopes to have enough to go all around this year, yet from the heavy advance orders that we have had on this variety, I cannot too strongly urge you to order early and make sure of yoursupply. Buckbee’s “Best of All’ is of exceptionally stocky growth, and an abund- ant and satisfactory yielder. Ears of exceptionally good size and of a perfect color, kernels very broad and by far the sweet- est, richest, whitest and most tender of any other early variety. Not onlyis it valuable for family uses, but for early market and shipping purposes it also is in the lead. Mr. Crane, one of the most prominent Sweet Corn specialists, writes: ‘Gave Buckbee’s ‘Best of All’ a fair trial, and will say that it surpasses every claim you make for itand more too. Ican highly recommend it for all gen- eral purposes."’ Ihave placed the price of this desirable variety of Sweet Corn within the reach ofall. 1 pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 30c, 1g bu. 50c, 14 bu. S0c, 34 bu. $1.50, bu. $2.50. Sey : eee ; OPN bs CORK. Many of my customers who made trials of this splendid Sweet Corn the past year report yields of over 200 bushels of ears per acre. You cannot possibly be disappointed by planting Buck- bee’s Private Stock Evergreen. My price to one and all as long as stock seed lasts: 1¢ pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 30c, 3g bu. 50c, +4 bu. Suc, 34 bu. $1.50, bu. $2.50. SPECIAL OFFER. To enable all to give the three excellent Sweet Corns offered on this page a thorough trial, I will send one-half pint each of Buckbee’s First of All, Best of All and Private Stock Evergreen for only 30c, postpaid- 5 BEST« Ls re sore we ye FOR PRICES IN QUANTITY SEE WHOLESALE PAGES. 32 POPULAR VARIETIES THAT HAVE NO SUPERIORS. German, Welehkorn. French, Mais. Spanish, Maiz. Swedish, Majs-Sot. 1 quart for 200 hills; 5 to 8 quarts in hills per acre. MY SWEET CORN is unsurpassed, is all my own growth, grown from the very best stock seed carefully selected, thoroughly fire dried, care- fully cured and cared for. It is grown so far north that it is adapted to any section of country, and surpasses inearliness and productiveness that offered by any other seedsman. The earlier varie- ties should be planted as soon as the ground is || , i : be | } | H i | i : nicely settled in spring, or about the same time that field corn is planted. To have the finest sweet corn of any variety, it should be picked in just the right condition, that is, when the skin of the grain breaks at the slightest puncture, and plantings should be made frequently enough always tohaveasupplyatthisstage. The quality is inferior if it is a few days too old or too young. A rich, warm, alluvial soil is best, Culture. and immediately before planting this should be thoroughly worked. Givefrequent and thorough but shallow cultivation until tassels appear. ik FOR PRICES IN QUANTITY SS SEE WHOLESALE PAGES. IKK . \ = AMT mn = EN ILIA LITTeEECTTERT HE! QUICKEST | Remember that I Prepay Charges by the Half Pint, Pint and Quart. Quantities of One-Eighth, Quarter, Half and One Bushel or More will be Shipped by Freight or Express at Purchaser’s Expense. FIRST EARLY VARIETIES. EXTRA EARLY CORY—Certainly one of the most popular and best early varieties, only excelled in earliness by ‘‘ Buckbee’s First of All.” Those that desire a first-class early sort, can make no mistake in planting the Cory. pt. 8c, pt. lic, qt. 25c. EARLY WHITE COB CORY—Selected for white cob avd white kernels from the original and earliest Cory. Fora strictly first early, for first market and home use, you will be delighted witha Early White Cob Cory. 14 pt. 10c, pt. 15c, qt. 25c. EXTRA EARLY ADAMS—While not a sweet corn, this is a tender white corn for table use. Dwarf stalk, small ears, hardy; can be planted earlier than any sweet corn. 1¢ pt.8c, pt. lic, qt. 25c, EARLY MINNESOTA—This old and deservedly popular variety is one of the best early sorts for the market and the private gar- den. Stalks short and not suckering, bearing oneor two ears well covered with husks; ears long, eight rowed; kernels very broad, sweet and tender, not shrinking much in drying. By careful selection we have developed a stock of this standard variety which is remarkably uniform and in which all the good qualities which have made it so popular are intensified. 14 pt. 8c, pt. 15c, qt. 25c. BALLARD’S EARLY CHICAGO MARKET— Another popular and standard early variety of recent introduction, and has gained popular favor very rapidly. Strong, stocky grower, always pro- ducing a reliable stand, having ears in great abundance of the finest quality. Extremely desirable for market gardeners and very valuable for the family garden. Its symmetrical growth, good yield and fine quality place it in an enviable position. Mr. George R. Hill, a well-known Chicago Market Gardener, says: “Your strain of Ballard’s Early Chicago Market Corn suits me to a T. Would plant no other for our use.’’14 pt. 8c, pt. 15c, qt. 25c. EARLY CROSBY—A most excellent variety, remarkably early and of the best flavor. Hars of medium size, twelve or mere rowed, grain very thick and sweet. This is the sort so largely grown in Maine for canning, and it is ‘the use of this variety rather than any peculiarity of the soil that has givea Maine sweet corn its reputation for quality. 14 pt. 8c, pt. 15c, qt. 25c. MEDIUM EARLY VARIETIES. a (fff : NEW HONEY / my = SWEET — An = YP exceptionally fine variety for second early use. The husks and stalks be- ing of a deep red color, the corn itself is of a beautiful creamy white color, and has the deepest grains, small- est cob of any known variety. Very product- ive, surprising- ly fine quality. 1g pt. 10c, pt. 15c, qt. 25c. NEW HONEY SWEET. 33 PERRY’S HYBRID—Another very popular Hastern variety. Stalks of medium height, bearing two large, twelve or fourteen rowed ears, which often have a red or pink cob; grain medium size, cooking very white and tender. 14 pt. 8c, pt. l5c, qt. 25ce. MOORE’S EARLY CONCORD—Produces its large, handsome, four- teen to sixteen rowed ears very low on the stalks, and comes into use after Perry’s Hybrid. An excellent sort either for the cane ning factory or the garden. 14 pt. 8c, pt. 15c, qt. 25c. BLACK MEXICAN— Although the ripe grain is black or bluish black, the corn, when in condition for table, cooks remarkably white and is very tender, Desirable for family use, and does especially well for the second early inthe south. 14 pt, 8c, pt. 15c, qt. 25c. POTTER’S EXCELSIOR or SQUANTUM—One of the sweetest varis- ties and is largely used for market and canning. A general favorite and is wonderfully productive. Thisis the variety used almost exclusively at the famous Rhode Island clambakes, which is sufficient evidence of its quality. 14 pt.10c, pt. 15c, qt. 25c. AMBER CREAM—A strong, vigorous grower of medium season; stalks seven feet high with dark foliage; ears of large size (ten to fourteen inches long) with deep kernels; very rich, sugary and when fit for table use a handsome white. When dry kernels are ainber colored and shriveled. 14 pt. 8c, pt. 15c, qt. 25c. EVERBEARING—The ears are of good size and are covered with kernels clear to the end of the cob. The husks and stalks are of ared color: each stalk will produce one to two well-developed ears; now if these are picked when mature, one to two and even four more ears will set and develop on the same stalk during the next two tofour weeks. Three or four dozen hills will supply a good-sized family for weeks. 14 pt. 10c, pt. 15c, qt. 25c. LATE OR MAIN CROP VARIETIES. COUNTRY GENTLEMAN-—HEars of full size, retaining all the deli- cious sweetness and qualities of Ne Plus Ultra. Three to five ears toa stalk, small cob, sweet, tender. 14 pt. 8c, pt.15c, qt.25c. OLD COLONY—Originated near Plymouth, Mass., about 60 years ago. Stalks about six feet high, usually bearing two large six- teen to twenty rowed ears; grain very deep. Fit to use a few days earlier than Evergreen. 1 pt. 10c, pt. 15c, qt. 25ce. re IMPROVED RUBY—Entirely distinct from other varieties by reason of the stalks and husks, whichare dark redin color. From six to seven feet high, bear two to three good ears toa stalk; pure white grains closely packed on red cob. 1 pt. 10c, pt. 15c, qt.25c. BUCKBEE’S HICKOX—Popular wherever known. One to two weeks earlier than Evergreen. Large, attractive ear; has & white cob and grain, and remains in condition for use a long time. Best sort for canning and drying. 1 pt. 8c, pt. 15c, qt. 25c. STOWELL’S EVERGREEN—The standard main crop. Hardy and productive, very tender and sugary, remaining a long time in condition suitable for boiling. Sown at the same time as earlier corns, will supply the table until October. 1¢pt.8c, pt.15c, qt.25e. MAMMOTH—Produces the largest ears of any variety, a single ear often weighing two or three pounds. Of excellent quality, it is sweet tender and delicious. 14 pt. 8c, pt, 15c, qt. 25c. SWEET CORN FOR FODDER—For sowing broadcast or in drills for summer or early fall feed. Used extensively. Qt. 20c. I can also supply the following standard and new varieties of Sweet Corn which are too well known to need description, at the uniform rate of % pt. 8c, pt. lic, qt. 25c. Egyptian. Bonanza. Shaker’s Large Early. Rockford Market. Zig Zag Evergreen, Early Adams or Burlington. Ne Plus Ultra Stabler’s Early. Washington. Extra Early Vermont. Early Marblehead. Improved Shoe Peg. » POP CORN - Leading Varieties. Pop Cern should be found in every gardeu, especially if there are children to enjoy it during the long winter evenings which bring young people togetherfor socialamusement. Itis a factnot generally known that Pop Corn pops best when more than one year old, and that when well popped it becomes twenty times its natural size; thus a quart and a half will make nearly a bushel of popped corn. In the illustra- tion will be seen a convenient ‘‘popper,”’ which may be bought for a trifle from a hardware store or easily made of wire netting. Did you ever try Pop Corn as a money making crop? You will be surprised at the result. There is always a good market at a fair price, and if you plant my selected stock seed you _ will be able to sell your crop to planters in your vicinity at a greatly advanced price. BUCKBEE’S SNOWBALL—2—The finest white variety in existence, be- longing to the rice family, the best yielder and far inadvance of any other variety, ears averaging sixinchesinlength. Beautifalshape; the best popper. Pkt. 5c, 14 pt. lic, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. NEW RED BEAUTY—3—Fine variety. The stalks grow six feet high and average three to four ears each, from five to six inches long and covered with large, rice shaped kernels of a deep red color. Pkt. 5c, 1g pt. 15c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. BLACK DIAMOND—An excellent and desirasle variety, curious on ac- count of the colorof its kernels, whichare of a peculiar black shade; magnificent grower, good yielder, pops white and yery tender. Be sure totryit. Pkt. dc, ¢ pt, lic, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. ¢ QUEEN’S GOLDEN—One of the very best and most prolific varieties grown. Its quality and handsome appearance when popped are very noticeable. It pops perfectly white, and asiugle kernel will expand to a diameter of nearly one inch. The stalks grow six feet high, and the large ears are produced in abundance. Mr. Queen, the originator, says: ‘‘It isso far ahead of all others that I have seen or tried as to be beyond comparison in every respect, especially in yield, in sturdy growth, in size and in color when popped—being ofa delicate golden yellow.”’ Pkt. dc, 1g pt. lic, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. MAPLEDALE PROLIFIC—This remarable variety originated with Prof. R. L. Wetherell, of Davenport, Iowa, who states: ‘I selected NEW STRIPED, or VARIEGATED—1—A fancy variety, very showy | on my Mapledale Fruit Farm this year ten stalks with 121 ears, and of the best quality. Rather large ears filled out with clear,| or anaverage of twelve ears to the stalk, one stalk having nine- transparent, white kernels, beautifully striped with bright crim- teen ears.” Thestalks grow six feet high and the ears are all son. An early and productive variety, and one of great beauty. large in size, with grains nearly clear whiteincolor. Anaver- A good popper. Pkt. 5c, 1g pt. 15c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. age ear measured six and a half inches long and contained 585 perfect kernels. Popspurepaper white, offinequality. Besure SPECIAL OFFER—For only 25 cents I will send prepaid by mail one| to include this remarkable variety in your order for Pop Corn. Liberal Package Each of the above Six Pop Corns. Pgs. 5c, 4 pt. 1c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. WW Vi. i991.) AV AY AOA Ny WX) yyyy VUY UY Ay vy = SS >> Wd Vv LYALL Aipid 09009) Yd YU 4 — CAPER A half hardy trailing shrub. Th® ‘ * buds are nice just before expand” SS LE {7 ing, and unripe fruit pickled. It makes the fam- Say7.0us ‘Caper Sauce.”? Try it. You will find it well worth cultivation. Pkt. 5c, oz. fic. 4, iv 5 aS Re German, Kardon; French, Car- nga ~ 6 me sa CARDOO * don; Spanish, Cardo Hortense. = AD ; 6s Se yey 4A wonderful and very desirable vegetable, ane & see grown for the mid-rib of the leaves, which are Be he a YY blanched in the same way as celery. Sow as be. ‘sf. <2 early in the spring as ground will permit where \-a-=. the young plants are to remain, and when large “=~ enough thin the young plants out to one foot apart. Try it. Pkt. 4c, oz. 1dc, 4 lb. 50c. CHIVES Are hardy little perennial members of the onion tribe, grown exclusively for ¥ their tops, which are used wherever the flavor of onion is required. Plant in small clumps in any common garden soil. The tops appear early in the spring and can be shorn throughout the season, 2 hence the valuable little plant should be in every garden. Selected clumps prepaid by mail 20c; by express at purchaser’s expense, 10e each; $1.00 doz. CAPER. CHICORY. German, Chicorie; Swedish, Cicoria. NEW LARGE ROOTED OR COFFEE—The roots of this useful vegetable are much used in Europe and different sections of this country as a substitute for cofiee. When the plant is fully grown cuttheroots into pieces very thoroughly, brown to a good coffee & color, and then it may be mixed with coffee or used separately in making this delicious beverage. Pkt. 3c, 0z. 7c, 14 Ib. 20c, 14 Ib. 35c, lb. 60c. LARDS. German, Blet- ipa ter-Kohi. COLLARDS. French, Chou. TRUE GEORGIA—Also known in different sections as ‘‘ Cole’? and ‘‘Colewort.”? It originated in the south in the effort of cabbage to perpetuate itself under an adverse climate. It forms a mass of leaves on a tall stem, and is used for greens. An easy andsurecrop. Pkt 3c, oz. 8c, 4 |b. 25c. CORN SALAD or FETTICUS. IMPROVED LARGE LEAYED—A noted hardy salad extensively used during the winter and spring months as a substitute for lettuce. Sow early in spring and continue for succession. Ma- Sass= tures in four to six weeks. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 44 lb. =~. CHICORY. 15¢, 44 Ib, 28c, lb, 50c. CORN SALAD. 34 MRS. GEO. H. THOMSON, Arbela, Mich., writes: The seeds were splendid. I cannot praise them too highly. ~~ = ee hos et Many pronounce it as good as the gentiine, and it has supersed- ing in a great measure store coffee as fast as its merits become known. It is the poor man’s friend and the rich man’s delight. It is certainly the best berry to mix in with other coffee we ever saw; half and half will produce a drink claimed by many to be equal to a goodcupof Rio. It is the hardiest, easiest raised and most produetive of any plant ITeversaw. While growing itis a perfect sight to behold. See coffee cut, which does not exagger- ate its wonderful productiveness. It matures early as corn, and does well on every kind of soil. You can raise your own coffee for one cent a pound. Ground and fed to milch cows it makes the richest and yellowest butter ever seen. It is as easily raised as Best Coffee Substitute "Ever Discovered. corn or beans, and is cultivated in the same way. Full directions on every packet. Parch and prepare like other coffee, and you will be surprised and delighted to find how gooditis. MY SEED IS GENUINE. Iregret I have only room for the following among hun- dreds of testimonials. The Christian Advocate, says: ‘‘It is one of the most wonderful discoveries of the age. We have never tasted anything that comes so near genuine,’”? A. I. Root, pub- lisher, says: ‘‘The Coffee Berry is a success, and preferable to the real coffee, because I think it is more healthful.” Buy at Headquarters and avoid disappointment. Large packet 10c, 3 for 25c, 7 for 50c, all prepaid. CRESS. German, Kresse. French, Cresson. Spanish, Mastruco. Swedish, Krasse. TRUE UPLAND. Grows similar to spinach and used exactly as water Its usage fyshould be more No garden complete without this valu- able medicinal plant Pkt. 10c, 3 pKts. 25c, oz. 30c. It yields as high ASPARAGUS CHICORY. TOMATO EGG PLANT. Do nov failto try | of the six varieties for only 25c. than purple varieties. Do not confound this with Old Large White or other varie- ties, from which it is entirely distinct. I control the entire stock. Pkt. 10c, oz. 40c, 14 Ib. $1.50, 1¢ Ib. $2.75, 1b. $5.00. EXTRA LARGE LONG PURPLE—4—This is one of the earliest and most productive va- rieties; fruit long, dark, rich, purple and of fine quality. Sure to give the best of sat- isfaction for all purposes. PEt. 3c, oz. lic, 14 Ib. 50c, 4 1b. 80ce, Ib. $1.50. SPECIAL OFFER. To enable all to give these six leading varieties of EGG PLANT a practical trial, I will send One Liberal Package of each ENDIVE. This is.one of the most refreshing of all autumn and winter salads. Endive may be grown at any season of the year, but is more generally used late inthe fall. Sow the seed in June or July in drills fourteen inches apart, and when well established thin the plants to one foot apart. When nearly full grown tie outer leaves together over the center in order to blanch the heart of the plant. By covering every few days a succession may be kept up. FINE GREEN CURLED—Is the hardiest variety; very fine, dark- green leaves, which blanch to a beautiful white; very tender and erisp. Pkt. 3c, oz. 7c, 14 lb. 20c, ¥¢ 1b. 35c. NEW MOSS CURLED — Very fine variety growing considerably denser and having the leaves much finer cut than the Green Curled variety, in fact the whole plant is more com- pact. When well blanched it makes a very attractive appearance. Pkt. 3c, oz. 7c, 14 1b. 20c, ix lb. 35c. . NOTICE.. Rock Bottom Bulk Seed, Prices on Wholesale Pages. 36 Ulett itpapfd) : - ay sve sneciah hth Ltd? “ Si aa aa prVitllltinny Recrin sth G Te zy yy ¢ oil 4%, “uae nm gm OMT LoD Ui th ystiel My tht! Mn WLLL Vi Meat Daserrmmliananrtlte CE ae TLL lala OUT TE mptrammnll Wipe NEW GARDEN LEMON-—Certainly one of the greatest novelties of recent introduction. Resembles vine peach in manner of growth, but is distinct in that the unripe fruit is striped with very dark green spots, nearly black, and when ripe is not russeted like the vine peach. Fruit of shape shown in illustration, a trifle smaller than vine peach, Has a finer flesh and most desirable acid flavor, thus dispensing with sliced lemon, which is so important in put- ting up the vine peach. Unexcelled for general canning purposes. Cultivate similar to musk melons, in hills three feet apart each way. Itissuch an enormous yielder that it will prove a very pro- fitable crop to grow for market purposes, and will give unbounded satisfaction for allfamilyuses. Truestockseed. Pkt. 10c, oz. 25c. Lt as iG = EN Mea | TWO OF THE MOST USEFUL NOVELTIES. THE MANGO MELON, or VEGETABLE PEACH—Another splendid novelty of late introduction, very striking in color, most wonder fulyielder. (See engraving from nature of a single plant in above illustration.) Vines of each of the above are somewhat smalley than the musk melon vine, though requiring same cultivation. Fruit is about the size of an orange, orange shaped, and a bright, orange yellow color, somewhat russeted. For sweet pickles, pies: or preserving they are splendid. In the west and northwest, where fruit is scarce, they are rapidly becoming popular, as they are easily cultivated, enormously productive and can be used in every way as the peach, except that they are not quite as sweet. You will certainly be pleased with it. Pkt. 10c, oz. 25c. SPECIAL OFFER—For only 15c I will send One Liberal Package Each of the Two Wondrous Novelties—Garden Lemon and Mango Melon. FENNEL. NEW FLORENCE CELERY ROOTED— A desirable variety from Italy, where, owing to its delight- ful sweet flavor, it is much preferred to celery. Thrives well in our climate, and is of easy, culture. Cultivate same as parsley. Sow early in spring. Pkt. 5c. GARLIC. German, Knoblauch. French, Ail. A popular vegeta- ble of the bulbous rooted family with Pungent in its taste and es- We fre- » 3 FENNEL. a strong, penetrating odor. teemed by many for flavoring soups, stews, etc. quently receive orders for Garlic Seed, but can supply the bulbs only. Prepare ground same as for onions. The roots are composed of many small bulbs called cloves, which are planted as early as possible in rows 8 in. apart and 4in. apart inrows. Fine bulbs, 1 lb. 15c, lb. 30c. ii - well. bl Mf mM | pu liety for table. with purple. GARLIC. 25c, 1 Ib. 45c, 1b. 80c. a HORSE RADISH. it is then very tender and delicate. drills 16inches apart,and when well established thin _ to 6 inches apart in row. Oneor two plantings at in- = tervals of ten days will give a succession until shot weather comes, when they fail to growZ : Plant in July for fall use. De |). EARLY WHITE VIENNA—Farly and small. |}Hancsome white bulbs. Pkt. 4c. 02. 20e. ff EARLY PURPLE VIENNA—Nearly identi- {\ cal with the last, except in color, which is & bright purple, with the leaf stems tinged & Pkt. 4c, oz. 15c. LEEK. Sow the seed and care for young plants = s the same as for onions. ji German, Lauch. French, Poireau. NEW FLAG—The variety more cultivated ~ in this country than any other. Is hardy . and of good quality. Pkt. 4c, oz. 8c, 14 |b. : WelGcre HORSE RADISH. This valuable vegeta- ble is first grown by planting small lengths of roots called sets. Set out in May, small end down, the top one to two inches below the surface, in rich, well cultivated soil; forms large sized roots in one season’s growth. Be- fore planting the top of the set should be cut off slantingly to prevent decay from water rest- ing on top. Nice sets15c per doz., 75c per hun- dred postpaid by mail. KOHL RABI. German, Kohl Rabi. French, Chourabe. KOHL RABI. Spanish, Calde Nubo. i A vegetable intermediate between the cabbage and turnip, combining the flavor of both. Edible partis a turnip shaped bulb formed by swelling of stem. When used for the table this should be cut when quite small, as Sow very early in light, rich soil, in Best early var-g7 Ni 37 amr wT NEW JAPANESE DISH CLOTH, or LUFFA—Ornamental enough for a house vine, and fruit is very useful. Vines grow large and robust, with large, luxuriant dark green leaves and really hand- Rare, Useful and Ornamental. HERCULES CLUB—Enormous, long club-shaped fruit, curious and at the same time exceedingly useful to use in storing various ar- ticles, as the fruit is hard shelled and lasts for years in perfect condition. Pkt. 4c, oz. 10c. NEW JAPANESE C LIMBING—This beautiful climber, with its hand- some cut-leaved foliage, is one of the most remarkable and novel climbersof rapid growth. Of easy culture, bearing most profuse- ly odd and attractive fruit about the size of the cherry, light green in color, striped with white. Try it. Pkt. 5c. DIPPER—Another useful gourd that, as its fruit islight and strong and does not rust, rot or heat easily, is just right to use in dip- ping hot liquids, soap, etc., besides being useful for bird’s nests, fancy hanging baskets, ete. They hold from a pint to a quart and ahalfeach. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c. NEW SERPENT—A beautiful climbing variety of easy culture, heavy foliage and serving as the best shade. None better for climbing purposes. Pkt. 5c. TRUE NEST EGG—Resembling in color, shape and size the eggs ofhens. Do not crack, will last for years and make the best of nest eggs. Rapid grower and good climber, extremely ornamental and useful for covering screens, some, large crimped flowers of arich golden yellow. Fruit enor- mous, two feet in length, and borne in great profusion. The lin- ing of mature fruit, when washed and bleached, is porous, tough, SPECIAL OFFER —I will send One Package Each of the Eight Varteties of Gourds offered on this page for only 30c. elastic, sponge-like, making the nicest, cleanest substitute for dish cloths and bath sponges imaginable, besides being useful for various articles of fancy work. Start early and plant out in hills made very rich and mellow. Pkt. 5c, oz. lic. SUGAR TROUGH—Enormous, hard-sheiled fruit, holding from three to ten gallons each, and as they never rust or rot, and are very light and strong, are just right to use as receptacles for lard, salt, seed corn, soap, etc., or to use as nesting boxes, etc. They last for years. Pkt. 4c, oz. 10c, 14 1b. 30c. FINEST MIXED—Combining in the largest mixture the most cur- ious, interesting and useful of the entire Gourd family. Forms may be varied by tying strings around the young fruit or by enclosing the same in a carved mould while growing, thus stamping on its surface any desired figures ete. and selling them to the neighbors for ne this interesting and useful variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c. Boys can make lots of money growing this gourd or letters that may be carved on the mould. Start seed early and transplant. Give them a sunny place and st eggs. oe plenty of water. Pkt.5c, 0z.10c, 141b. 35c, 441b. ‘60c, 1b.$1.00. Try \: Wild Cucumber Vine. come up every year in the same place. Sure The quickest climber for arbors, trellis, fences, etc., known. suffers from the heat, but retains its fresh and lively green colors, and what is of prime importance hardly affected by warm or cold, hot or dry weather, and is never infested with insects. Makes the most mosaiccovering. Never Profuse in bloom. It will sow itself and to please you. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c. RG ZZ AOR Sweet, Pot and Medicinal. » x « [ene A *HOP SEED—Pkt. 25c, oz. 41 *LAVENDER—An aromatic, medicinal herb. Pkt. 3c, oz. 10c. Indispensa Ss to the cook, useful in the sick room, and many kinds fine for perfuming clothing, etc. Herbs in general love a mellow and free soil, and care should be taken in properly harvesting them ina dry state. The chief points are to cut them ona dry day, when not quite in full bloom, and to dry them quickly in the shade, and when dry pack close in dry boxes, keeping them entirely excluded from the air. The varieties marked Hj with an asterisk (*) are perennial, and when once obtained in the garden may be pre- I served for years with but little care. ANISE—Used for cordials, garnishing and flavoring. Seedshave an agreeable, aromatic taste. Pkt. 3c. oz. 10c. ; *BALM—Leaves have a fragrant odor. Used for making a pleasant beverage known as Balm Wine, also for Balm Tea for use in fevers. Pkt. 3c, oz. 25c. BASIL, SWEET—Lea s used for flavoring soups, stews and highly seasoned dishes. Pkt. 3c, oz. 15c. BORAGE—Leaves used for flavoring and the flowers furnish bee pasture. Easily grown in any waste place. Pkt. 8c, oz. dc. *CATNIP—Leaves and young shoots are used for seasoning. Also used as a mild nervine for infants. Pkt. 8c, oz. 30c. *CARAWAY—Grown for the seeds, which are extensively used for flavoring bread, pastry, candy.ete. Pkt. 8c, oz. 10c. CORIANDER—Used in the manufacture of liquors, confectionery, ete. Pkt. 3c, oz. 10c. DILL—Seeds used as a condiment and also for pickling cucumbers. Pkt. 3c, oz. 10e. *FENNEL, SWEET—Leaves ornamental; are boiled for fish sauce. Pkt. 3c, oz. 10c. *HYSSOP—Is a stimulant and used for asthma and chronic catarrh. Pkt. 3c, oz. 25c. *HOREHOUND—Leaves used for seasoning and making cough medicine. Pkt. 3c, oz. 20c. $1.50. MARJORAM, SWEET—Leaves and shoots used for seasoning. Pkt. 3c, oz. 10c. POPPY, OPIUM—The plant from which opium is manufactured. Pkt. 3c, oz. 25c. *PENNYROYAL—True sort. Particularly suited for planting in rock work. Pkt. 5c. POT MARIGOLD—A very pretty and useful plant. Pkt. 3c, oz. 1dc. *ROSEMARY—Ornamental herb. Leaves used for seasoning. Pkt. 3c, oz. 25c. *RUE—F or medicinal purposes. Good for colds and croup. Pkt. 3c, oz. 15c. SAFFRON—Cultivated for its flowers, which are used in dyeing and to make the cosmetic powder called rouge; also to adulterate the valuable European Saffron made from the flower of the Crocus Setivus; it has strong medicinal qualities. Pkt. 3c, oz. 10c. *SAGE—Extensively used for seasoning and dressing. Pkt. 3c, oz. 15c, 44 1b. 50c, Ib. $1.50. SAVORY, SUMMER—Leaves and flowers are used in flavoring soups. Pkt. 3e, oz. 10c. *SAVORY, WINTER—Leaves and young shoots used in flavoring. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c. *TANSY—For medicinaluse. Pkt. 3c, 0z. 30c. THYME—Leaves and voung shoots used for seasoning. Pkt. 3c, oz. 20c. WORMWOOD—Used medicinally. It is also beneficial to poultry. Pkt. Se, oz. lic. eS 1 WRITE_SPECIAL PRICES to ar:yone who desires to buy Herbs in larger quantities than here offered. 38 MUSHROOMS. Around the production of the Mush- room there appears to be in the minds of many people a profound mystery, which can be penetrated only by the initiated; in reality, however, the cultivation of this highly esteemed and nutritious es- culent is a very simple matter, re- guiring ordinary intelligence and eare. Fulland explicit instructions are contained in our circular, “How to Grow Mushrooms Suc- cessfully,” which is sent free with * every order for spawne BUCKBEE’S HIGH GRADE ENGLISH SPAWN —Comes in pressed bricks weighing a pound or more. Price postpaid, lb. 24, 5 Lbs. $1.00. Not prepaid, lb. 15c, 8 lbs. $1.00, 28 lbs. 2.25, 100 lbs. $7.25. BEST FRENCH SPAWN—Put up in boxes of two pounds each. Price , per box, prepaid, 90c; not prepaid, 70c; the same loose,per 1b., prepaid 40c, not prepaid, 30c. MUSTA RD German, Senf. French, Moutarde. ° Spanish, Mostazoe. NEW CHINESE—The large leaves which often measure fourteen inches, are ready for use in about six weeks after sowing, and will continue to yield until it is frosty weather. It has a pleas- ant, pungent flavor, exceptionally hardy, and can be eaten the same as other salads. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 4 1b. 18c, 14 1b. 30e, Ib. 50c. WHITE SEEDED—Useful for salads and greens. Seeds pungent, nice for pickles. Pkt. 2c, oz. 5c, 14 lb. 10c, 4 1b. 15c, lb. 25c. > h BLACK SEEDED — Is sharper and more pungent than any of the other va- rieties. Pkt. 2c, oz. 5c, 14 lb. 10c, 14 lb. 15c, lb. 25c. NAS= TUR= TIUM. Or Indian Cress. The seeds, while yet young and succulent,are pickled and are very deli- Ni cious. The he garden, bloom- Mm | plants and flowers are highly ornamental in ing continually ’till frost. Try it. TALL MIXED—Makes a nice growth; useful for climbing purposes. Pkt. 3c, 0z. 8c, 14lb. 25c, 14 lb. 40c, 1b. 75c. DWARF MIXED—Handsome and useful variety; very prolific. Pkt. 8c, 02. 8c, 14 1b. 25c, 14 1b. 40c, Ib. 75c. A strong growing, hardy annual plant with curiously shaped pods. When young and tender are highly prized for pickling. Pods are produced in abundance; should be gathered when about half grown ;sow in settled, warm weather in rows three feet apart, thin to two feet in row. PROBOSCIDEA—The "preferable sort. Sow in rich warm soilafter #@corn is well up, in drills three feet apart and thin out to 2 feet in the row. Pkt. 8c, oz. 12c, 14 lb. 40c. German, Exasbarer. French, Gombo. OKRA. . Spanish, Quibombo. IMPROVED WHITE VELVET—Standard sowt. Popular everywhere. Pods are round and smooth, larger than those of any other sort; | 141b.35c,141b. 60c, The } lb. $1.00. 39 e never pricklyto the touch. Produced in great abundance. MARTYNIA.| seed pods are’used while they are small, tender and succulent, for soups and stews. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 lb. 12c, 14 1b. 20c. lb. 85c. NEW LADY FINGER—To our friends in the south it is unnecessary to say anything about the advantage of your green seed pods of Okra for flavoring soups. In the Middle and Northern states they are not so thoroughly appreciated as they deserve to be. The seed pods produced in abundance, give a consistency and flavor to soup that is unequalled. The variety I now offer is quite prolific, producing long slender pods of the form of a lady’s finger. Use them while small and tender. Pkt. 4c, oz. 8c, 4 lb. 25e, 14 lb. 40c, lb. 75c. : PEAN UTS NEW MAMMOTH VIRGINIA—A new, very early, ° desirable and a most valuable variety to grow. It is of upright growth and has the largest pods and kernels of any variety ; always yields fewer imperfect pods; the vines make valuable forage for stock. Plant in April and they will ripen before September, even as far north as Canada. Hundreds of my young friends have written me that they had a wonderful crop the past season. It will pay everyone to try them. Plant bs, two inches deep, eight inches in the row wi TAY Shy and keep the ground free foom weeds. DSS When ripe pull or dig up and dry. Pkt. ex is RSS’ 5c, 14 lb. 10¢, 141b. 15¢, lb. 25c, 5 lbs. $1.00. PA RSLEY German, Petersilie. french, Persil. Spanish, r Pericil. Swedish, Parsalia. : EXTRA DWARF CURLED, OR EMERALD—This is a most beautiful and valuable variety. The moss-like leaves, are of a handsome, bright-green color and are finely crimpled and curled. For gar- nishing no variety is more attractive. Pkt. 4c, oz. 8c, 4 lb. 25e, 1g lb. 40e, lb. 75c. : NEW MOSS CURLED—This isa greatly improved type of this useful class of herbs. It is most exquisite in form and color, invaluable as a garnishing m0 plant, and suited for mixing with dwarf, ornamen- tal foliage plants in the flower garden, and also for table decora- tion. Pkt.8c, oz. Ge, 4 lb. 20c, % lb. 35c. 1b, 60c. BUCKBEE’S BEAUTY — This popular and new variety isa great favorite every- where, and is grown extensive- 3 ly by everyone. Pkt. 5c,, oz. 10c, * PARSLEY. E ee EARLIEST FORCING: = NEW AND SURPRISINGLY FINE VARIETIES. German, Lattich-Salat. French, Laitue. Spanish, Lechuga. Swedish, Laktuk. One ounce of Lettuce will sow a row 100 feet long. Three to four pounds will sow one acre. CULTUR Lettuce should grow rapidly, and to attain this end it should be sown in a rich, thoroughly prepared soil. For early crop sow ¢ under glass from November to February, and thin out as necessary to prevent crowding. Keep ata moderate heat, and give all the air and light possible. For early out of door culture start plants in the fall, protecting them as needed with frames or coarse cotton, or start under glass from January till March, and harden off before setting in the open ground, which should be done as soon as the ground and weather will permit. ‘For general crop sow out of doors as early in spring as the ground can be worked, in drills eighteen inches apart, and thin the young plants to four inches apart in the row. As the plants begin to crowd thin them out and use as required. In this way a much longer succession of cuttings may be ‘had from the same ground. Sow at intervals of from two to three weeks throughout the summer for a continuous crop. In this. as in eyery other gar- den crop, thorough cultivation is essential. We make a careful trial of the various varieties of Lettuce, both old and new. each season, and feel sure that our list embraces all the kinds that are necessary to give a constant supply of the best quality that can possibly be grown. BUCKBEE’S SUPERB—Finest of all early varieties and unusually | NEW ASPARAGUS LET- good sized and solid; has little tendency toruntoseed. Wonder- fully crisp, exceptionally tender, and above all delicious in flavor. As a forcing variety it has no superior. Excels as a family or market sort. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 lb. 30c, 44 1b. 55c, 1b.$1.00. NEW ICEBERG—Quick growing and of exquisite flavor. The large, curly leaves which cover the outside of the solid heads are of bright, light green, with a slight reddish tinge on the edges. They have small indents which are constantly filled with dew- drops, keeping it fresh and showing a remarkable crystaline ap- earance. We can confidently recommend the New Iceberg. | kt. 5c, oz. 10c, 144 1b. 30c, 44 1b. 55c, 1b. $1.00. | EARLY BOSTON MARKET, or WHITE SEEDED TENNIS BALL—A fine sort; fine heads, hardy; valuable to grow in cold frames in | winter. Pkt. 2c, oz. 7c, 4% 1b. 20c, 14 1b. 35c, 1b. 60e. SIMPSON’S EARLY CURLED—Similar to Buckbee’s Earliest Forc- | ing, but the plant is a little smaller and decidedly darker in color, TUCE—A distinct new variety, and is already one of the most popular sorts, made so not only on account of its original features, but also by its superior quality. The young leaves are crisp and tender and are desir- able for all ettuce pur- poses. When the leaves are large 2nough they can be stripped and the stems cooked like Aspar- agus; makes a delicious dish. By all means try and the leaves are more frilled and blistered. Very popular in| it. Pkt. 5c,oz.10c, % 1b. New York markets. Pkt. 2c, 0z. 7c, 14 1b. 20c, 4 lb. 35c, 1b. 60c. 30c, 16 1b. 55c, 1b. $1.00. BUCKBEE’S ICE DRUMHEAD—It grows very rapidly and heads Seed contains from 2000 |x exwremely Sasi the: heads are : nearly as solid as cabbage. e So SMU iseeHs OF TORE 6 "3 el. outer leaves are at the first UCE. — . ise TONS we ee Ne. tinged with brownish-red, changing toward the center of the head from er, a beautiful golden yellow to a creamy white. It is as palatable as it is beautiful; very tender; never bitter and of a sweet buttery favor. It surpasses in quality most varieties of Cabbage Lettuce. It is ready for use from the time it is three inches across until it runs to seed, and is always crisp and tender. I control theentire stock ofthis variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 44 1b. 80c, 46 1b. 55c, 1b. $1.00. 7) IMPROVED BLACK SEED SIMPSON—Acknowledged the very best early a9 forcing variety. Leaves delicate green, almost white. Exceptionally & fine. Pkt. 3c, oz. 7c, 14 1b. 20c, 1¢ Ib. 35c, 1b. 60c. & BUCKBEE’S EARLIEST FORCING—For those who likea large, thin, exceed- : ingly tender leaf, and for those markets which demand a large, loose cluster of leaves rather than a solid head this is one of the best varieties for forcing out of doors. Plants large, forming a large loose head; light yellowish-green in color, The large outside. leaves are tender and of good quality. A long time in condition. I control the entire stock of this variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. 44 1b. 30c, 4¢ lb. 55c, 1b. $1.00. EARLY TENNIS BALL (Black Seed)—A first-class variety, and one of the best head lettuce for forcing under glass oroutof doors. Plants medium size with thick, dark green leaves, and when well grown have compact, solid heads, which blanch easily and are crisp and tender. Very fine variety. Pkt. 2c, oz. 7c, 1g lb. 20c, 4¢ 1b. 35c, 1b. 60c. 40 A Packet of Lettuce Bi 2@ MIGNONETTE— A New Cabbage Let- tuce. Entire plant measures only seven inches across, while the heads are solid and compact. ‘The outer leaves are richly colored with russet-red and pret- ty bronze green, and the solid hearts are of a light, creamy - color. Is very hardy 2 and fit for use five ~ days after Boston ~ Market; it is also Ee long standing, —ex- cellent even for es P = = midsummer. Pkt. es —= + 5e, oz. 10c, 141b. 30e, MIGNONETTE LETTUCE. 14 lb. 55c, lb. $1.00. NEW YORK MARKET—Standard variety and forms large, solid heads often three to four pounds in weight. Color dark green. Inside leaves are a greenish-white and crisp. Pkt. 4c, oz. 8c, 4 lb. 25c, 14 lb. 40c, 1b. 75c. DENVER MARKET—An early variety of head Lettuce, either for forcing or open ground. It forms large, solid heads of a good, light-green color, and is veryslow to go toseed. The leaves are beautitully marked and blistered (like the Savoy Cabbages), and verv crisp and tender andof excellent flavor. By these blistered leaves it distinguishes itself from any other kind of lettuce. Pkt. 3c, 0z. 7c, 441b.20c, 1¢lb. 35c,1b.60c. ; GOLD NUGGET—Choice, new variety noted for its solidity and buttery flavor; quick grower, very hard heading; leaves golden yellow; is very productive and fine flavored. Pkt.4c,0z8c,141b.25c,141b.40c,1b.75c. i PARIS WHITE COS— This Lettuce is N AK distinct from other sorts, having QYR SQ} song narrow, spoon-shaped leaves OS aS which fold into loose, sugar-loafed W heads, which blanch better by having outer leaves drawn about them and tied. Onaccount of its crispness and delicate flavor it is becoming most popular. Pkt. 4c, oz. 8c, 14 "b. 25c, 14 lb. 40c, lb. 75c. « TOMHANNOCK—This Lettuce doesn’t head ; makes a loose bunch of leaves of very fine quality; forms a beau- tiful plant ten to twelve inches high by nine to ten inches across; leaves grow upright, upper part of outer leaves turning outward, and are wrinkled; edges of outer leaves are a reddish bronze, ornamental and freshin appearance ; ING DWARF WHITE HEART, OR CELERY LETTUCE. IMPROVED HAN- SON—It is so well knownas tohardly need description. Plant large, form- ing a very large, flat head resemb- ling acabbage,and is so slow torun to seed that it often fails to form any. Outer leaves light green with light colored veins; in- ner leaves white usually curvedand twisted at base. Very fine; heads grow as large as cabbage. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 1b. 20c, 1glb. 85c,. 1b. 60c. EARLY PRIZEHEAD—This old standard sort stillstandsat the head of the large, thin-leaved, clustering sorts. The very large leaves are savoyed or crimped, bright green, tinged with red, and are exceedingly tender, crisp and sweet, forming a large loose head. Best for gardenand market. Pkt.4c,0z.8c, 141b.25c,141b.40c,1b.75c. TILTON’S WHITE STAR—Of the Black Seeded Simpson type, but grows larger and more rapidly, has a broader, thicker, darker colored leaf, less frilled at the ea,c<; forms a larger, more distinct and solid central cluster of leaves. -Blanches perfectly and is of BE excellent quality ;plants remain long in condition for use before going to seed; good keeper when cut owing to its thick leaves. Pkt. 4c, 0z. 8c, lb. 25c, 14 1b. 40c, 1b. 75c. SILVER BALL—A remarkable va- riety in that it is an excellent sort both for forcing and out-of-door cul- 4} ture. The thick, light-green leaves have so much sheen that they look silvery white in some lights, and the =, good sized head is of a most excellent ge quality. Pkt. 4c, oz. 8c, 14 1b. 25c. 1g lb. 40c, lb. 75c. . GRAND RAPIDS—As a lettuce for ; green-house forcing this variety un- doubtedly stands at the head of the ==) list, being of quick growth and little === liable to rot, standing for some days << after being fit to cut. The plant is ——=—= upright and forms a loose head of large, light, yellowish-green leaves, which will stand shipping long dis- Pkt.8ce, oz. 7c, 141b. 20c, 141b. 35e, tances better than most sorts. lb. 60c. within, the leaves are almost white; very crisp and tender; it} MAMMOTH BLACK SEEDED BUTTER—A strain of large, smooth- is avery early sort. Pkt. 4c, 0z. 8c, 14 lb. 25c, 14 lb. 40c, 1b. 75c, DWARF WHITE HEART, OR CELERY: LETTUCE—Farliest in culti- vation and is the slowest to shoot toseed. The plants grow about eight inches high and four to five inches across. Outer leaves are well folded over blanching the inner leaves thoroughly without any ‘‘tying up” or any artificial aid. Of stiff growth, every plant making a well-developed head of the most excellent flavor, and crisp and tender. 55c, lb. $1.00 Pkt. 5c, 0z.10c, % 1b. 30c, 14 1b. A Packet of Lettuce leaved head lettuce, forming very large, solid, cabbage-like heads of thick brittle leaves, the inner ones becoming very white, tender and fine favored. A most excellent sort. Pkt. 4c, oz. 8c, 14 lb. 25c, 14 1b. 40c, 1b. 75c. MRS. LAMPE, 8t. James, Ill., writes: Theseeds you sent us were very fine, we had the. best garden around here, all came up well and did splen- didly. The Lettuce was the best I ever had. Shall always order from you and will tell my friends of the good results obtained by planting BUCK- BEE’S SEEDS. Seed contains from 2000 or more. to 3000 seeds (| MAGNIFICENT AND PHENOMENAL VARIETIES. German, Melone. French, Melon. Spanish, Melon. One ounce of seed for 60 hills; two to three pounds in hills for an acre. < Le G Li Gay 14 Ib. doc, Ib. $1.00. NEW TRIUMPH—I feel honored that the originator, Mr. Beek, introduce the Triumph, certainly the finest Musk Melon yet produced. It isa successful cross between the popular Osage and Col- umbus, retaining the external appearance as Hip well as the unsurpassed shapeand quality of } | the latter, differing, however, inside, pos- ¥# ! sessing a fme rich red salmon color flesh, like j its parent,the Osage, and some are that way | clear to the rind. Thus combined it pos- sesses a flavor far superior to both. It grows | from ten to fifteen pounds in weight, never 4 cracks open on the ends, stands handling for many days in market without losing its fine appearance, which sells them at sight. A great yielder. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 44 1b. 30c, | should select me to ; “TOSTOO COS CH OV Ob FESS ES EMEPRALE = GEM. = Z a EMERALD GEM—The standard of excellence among the salmon fleshed varieties. Fruit small to medium size, globular or very slightly flattened at the ends, only slightly netted and ribbed. Skin deep green while young, becoming tinged with yellow as the fruit matures; flesh deep salmon yellow, thick, ripening close to the rind; unsurpassed in flavor. Leads them all in many large markets. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 44 1b. 18c, 44 1b. 30c, 1b. 50c. BUCKBEE’S WESTERN GIANT—Largest of all Musk Melons, often weighing thirty pounds and over; the flesh is rich, melting and sugary. Asan exhibition and large market variety it is grand. It will astonish everyone by its merits, being exceptionally de- sirable for family and market purposes. For shipping it has no superior. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 lb. 30c, 14 Ib. 55c, 1b. $1. : BALTIMORE, or ACME—This melon is the most popular of all in Baltimore markets and throughout Maryland, where itis known as Baltimore Citron, and in Philadelphia and New York markets as Acme Cantaloupe, and is much sought after by hotels and restaurants. Quite early, fine size, showy and pointed at the ends. Strongly netted; thick, rich, green flesh. Undoubtedly the best and most profitable for shipping long distances. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 Ib. 15c, 14 Ib. 25c, Ib. 40c. | RISK : LONG PERSIAN or*+CASABA—A favorite variety of large size; has beautiful green flesh, unusually sweet and luscious. Outside of a pleasing green color, which gradually turns light upon ripen- ing. Tryit. Pkt. 8c, oz. 6c, 14 lb. lic, 44 Ib. 25c, 1b. 40c._ NEW BANANA—Remarkable variety, growing from eighteen to thirty inches long. Theskin issmooth and of a light yellow; fleshsalmon red. Sells well on its merits as well as on account of its odd and peculiar shape. Very desirable for family use. Pkt 4c, oz. 7c, % lb. 18e, 44 Ib. 30c, lb. 50c. IMPROVED CANTALOUPE— A finely improved variety, often weighing from fifteen to twenty » pounds. Flesh thick, light in color and ofa fine quality. Quite early and a splendid keeper. Include this variety in your order. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 lb. 15c, 14 1b. 25c, 1b. 40ce. WHITE JAPANESE—A nother valuable favorite; very much admired in many sections. Out- side skinis very light colored and smooth. Inside flesh is very thick, fine light color; rich, delicious musky flavor. Very early. Sells wells and will please you for all pur- poses. Be sure and try it. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 lb. 15c, 14 1b. 25c, lb. 40c. EXTRA EARLY GRAND RAPIDS—A new, extra early, yellow-fleshed sort, of hand- some shape. Profitable to the gardener on account of its size, attractive ap- pearance and its extreme earliness. Its flavor is not as good as the Osage or other standard melons, but it is ready for market before any other large melon can be picked. It is un- = doubtedly amoney maker. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 4% 1b. 18c, 1 1b. 30c, Ib. 50c. 42 —— TRUE OSAGE—The most popular melon on the Western markets. More largely grown for the Chicago trade than anyother. The shape is pointed oval (egg-shaped more exactly expresses it), medium Size, color dark green, slightly netted on the lobes of the upper side, and a rich orange color where the melon lies on the ground: flesh of a rich salmon color, andin uality has no equal. Seed of My Growing. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 4 1b. 18c, 14 lb. 30c, lb. 50c. SILVER NETTED GEM—Early and very delicious. Large size, deep Treen flesh, flavor unexcelled. UWnsurpassable for market and amily gardens. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c. & Ib. 18e, 3¥ Ib. 30c, Ib. 50c. NEW GREEN FLESHED OSAGE—This splendid and distinct melon represents several years selection. The originator says: ‘It is superior to any other green fleshed melon known.’’ It partakes of the characteristics of the orange-fleshed Osage above described, but is more nettedy Flesh is a beautHul pea green and of the most delicious quality. Pkt, 4c, oz. Te, 14 Ib. 18c, 34 Ib. 30c, 1b. 50c. NEW BANQUET—The handsomest variety grown. Medium size, slightly flattened at both ends, beautifully netted. Unsurpassed in quality. Flesh uniformly deep, of that granulated character that means a good melon. PEt. 4c, 0z.7c, 41b. 18c, 441b.30e¢,1b. 50c. NEWPORT—Grandest new variety. Newport stands in thesame relation to the green-fleshed melon that Banquet does to the red fleshed—in every respect the best. It will please you as a family and market variety. Pkt.4c, oz. 7c, 44 lb. 18¢e, 1g tb. 30c, lb. 50c. PAUL ROSE—In the ‘‘Paul Rose’’ we are offering the best musk melon introduced for many years. It is a successful cross of the Osage and Netted Gem, and combines the sweetness of the former with the fine netting of the latter. It also has a firmness of rind and ‘‘cheesy”’ structure of flesh peculiarly its own and superior in these respects to any melon in existence. It surpasses all melons as a shipper and long keeper, and no other melon equals it in smallness of seed cavity, nor approaches it in firmness. With such ideals in view Mr. Paul Rose. one of the most exten- sive and successful growers in the United States, has produced this as a result of six years critical selection for a basket melon The uniform shape of perfect quality for the shipping trade. and average diam- eter (about 5 inches) of this melon permit placing two layers of eight each in a half bushel basket, mak- ing handy package of sixteen melons. The basket and fruit will weigh about 25 lbs. This compact and neat appearance when packed stamps the ‘‘Paul Rose”’ as a seller. Choicest stock seed of my own growing. Don’t fail to try it. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 Ib. 30c, 4 Ib. 55c, Ib. $1. ¢ NEW WINTER PINEAPPLE—This variety > | represents a class of Musk Melons that Ru! i are sure to prove of much value. The § IN color of the fiesh is a deep lemon-yellow, and the outer skin is dark green marked with yellow. The quality is delicious, having a rich, spicy flavor that is not possessed by any other fruit. All of this class of melons haye much thicker and finer flesh than ordinary Musk Melons, hence their long keeping qualities. They very rarely ripen on the vines, so the melons must be picked off in the fall and put in some cool place, where, however, there is no danger of freezing, until they are wanted. It is usually necessary to place them in a warm room for three or four days before using, so as to ripen thoroughly ; in this way they can be had for the winter months. Pkt. dc, oz. 15c, 14 Ib. 50c. HENDERSON’S PERFECTED DELMONICO— Nearly globular in shape. The skinisa UIMINTER eA IN _ BUCKBEE’S SELECTED MUSK MELONS. GOLDEN NETTED GEM—This has become IN 7; jf one of the most popular of smallor basket | melons; a perfect globe inshape. They grow remarkably uniform, weighing from 14% to1lg pounds each. They are thick meated, the flesh is light green in color and uniformly of fine, luscious flavor. Skin green, regularly ribbed and thickly netted. Very prolific and extra early in ripening. Pkt. 8c, oz. 6c, 14 lb. 15c, 144 1b. 25c, lb. 40e. BUCKBEE’S IDEAL—4—‘‘ Most delicious of all Musk Melons”? is the verdict of every one-who has tried this magnificent sort. Weighs from 10 to 15 pounds; exceedingly thin skin. Good keeper and an excellent shipper. The flesh is of a rich salmon color, of a sweet, pleasing and delicious flavor. It will please you for all purposes. Iam the introducer of this best of all varieties. Seed offered by other parties J under similar name is spurious. Be sure Z ’ to include this variety in yourorder. Pkt. peculiar grayish green. When ripe it = changes toa brightyellow. The ribs are wide and thickly cov- ered with a prominent netting, It is thick meated, flesh being of a rich, deep orange color, fine grained and delicious in every way. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 4% lb. 20c, 14 1b. 30e, lb. 50c. COSMOPOLITAN—1—This variety is the most distinct and uniform on the list. We think it the most handsome of the green fleshed melons. Fruit slightly oval and nearly round, without ribs. Color light green, but becoming covered at maturity with dense silver gray netting. Flesh green, firm, sweet, and uniformly high flavored. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 lb. 20c, 44 1b. 80e, 1b. 50c. MONTREAL MARKET—Very distinct and uniform type. Fruit is of the largest size, measuring 12 to 14 inches in diameter; spher- ical, or slightly oval in shape, with regular shallow ribs and sparsely covered with netting; flesh light green, very juicy and of excellent flavor. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 1b. 15c, 14 1b. 25c, Ib. 40c. TRUE TIP TOP—2—I am indebted to my friend Livingston for the introduction of thisnew melon. Hesays: ‘Certainly the finest yellow fleshed melon, deserving of universal admiration and cultivation. It is very sweet in flavor, firm, but not hard fleshed. Edible to the very outside. Its shape varies from round to slightly oblong, covered with a handsome netting._ The flesh being thick, fine grained and firm, makes it an excellent shipping melon. When other kinds are bringing 10 to 20 cents each, Tip Top sells easily at double that amount.”’ I heartily endorse his description. Pkt. 4c, 0z.7c, 141b. 20c, 441b. 30c, 1b.50c. MELROSE—5—One of the best melons for home and market use. A hardy and vigorous grower and very productive. Flesh thick and solid and light green in color. Oval shape, finely and densely netted, very handsome in appearance and average about 4 pounds in weight. Fineflavor. Pkt. dc, 0z.7c, 141b. 20c, lb. 30¢e, lb. 50c. a “Sp ‘ : SS 3B SS SCGRFRIEH TED DY PVE SPTEGEE NS 5c. oz. 10c, 14 1b. 30c, 14 lb. 55c, lb. $1.00. NEW EARLY HACKENSACK — A selected and-greatly improved strain of old standard Hackensack melon, being at least ten days earlier. Melons weigh from 4 to6 pounds each, of delicious flavor. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 lb. 15c, 1¢ 1b. 25c, 1b. 40c. BECK’S NEW COLUMBUS—This new melon originated with Mr. Anton Beck, of Illinois, and is strikingly distinct in shape, color and general markings. Almost entirely free from ribs or seams. The beautiful buff skin is covered with a very thick whitish netting; flesh light green, very solid and thick, having onlya small seed cavity. Never bursts open at either end, hence they can be safely shipped long distances. Ripens with the Hacken- sack, is aheavy yielder and long keeper, and the melons, if left on the vines a week after they are ripe, still retain their best quality. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 1b. 20c, 14 1b. 30c, 1b. 50c. BUCKBEE’S NEW PROLIFIC NUTMEG—3—The finest of all nutmeg melons. Fruit of medium size, slightly ribbed, globular. Skin dark green, becoming yellow when over ripe and nearly covered with broad, shallow netting: Flesh thick, of fine flavor. This variety is in universaldemand. My stock is carefully grown and selected, and will be found first-class in every particular. Pkt. 4c, oz. 8c, 14 lb. 20c, 14 1b. 30c, 1b. 50c. CHICAGO MARKET—This we consider the best Nutmeg for earli- ness; large and uniform size, thickly netted skin, small seed cavity, deep, green flesh, juicy, delicious flavor, and freedom from rot. A favorite with all who prefer a green-fleshed sort. Pkt. 4c, 02. 7c, 14 lb. 20c, 14 1b. 80c, lb. 50c. You Should Try Melon Growing This Year. IT IS A MONEY MAKING CROP. SOS Seay A Packet of Muskmelon j| Seed contains from 250 to i] 300 seeds. oe Se SSss VS ery WW es xe V7 ia ae KES. rp ii iy M Wie: A Packet of Pepper Seed |i contains from 500 to 1o00 | MN: seeds. The hot, pungent flavor of a Pepper is in inverse ratio to its size, the small Peppers being the hottest, while the large varieties are Every vegetable garden should have several varieties, while some are sufficiently beautiful to include in the flower garden. In the culture of The plants need quite as much heat to perfect them, but mature sooner and may be sown later, or No trouble whatever to grow, when once up. flayor. Peppers use the same methods as for Egg Plant. éven planted out of doors after warm weather has fairly set in. tern Ape EPRE {i to Qi R t my Money Makers. uilte mild in Guano, hen dung or any other bird ma- nure hoea into the surface soil when the plants are about six inches high, will wonderfully increase the quality of the fruit. RUBY KING—3—An improved American sort, reaching the largest size yet retaining the symmetrical shape of thesmallersorts. It is very bright colored, temptingly sweetly mild flavored, and one of the best for stuffed pickles. Pkt. 4c. oz. 20c, 14 1b. 55c. LARGE BELL or BULL NOSE—A very large sort of inverted bell shape, suitable for filling or for mixed pickle. Flesh thick and less‘pungent than most other sorts. Pkt. 3c, oz. 12c, 44 lb. 45c. SWEET MOUNTAIN—10—Plants very vigorous and productive, growing upright, with moderatelylargeleaves. Fruit very large, long, often eight inches or more in length, by two or three in diameter, very smooth and handsome, being, when green, of a ferighi, deep green color, entirely free from any purple tinge, ‘amd when mature of a rich red. Flesh very thick, sweet and mild flavored. Well suited to use asa stuffed pickle. Pkt. 4c, -0Z. 18c, 14 lb. 50c. BLACK NUBIAN—7—A most novel sort. Long, tapering, sharp- pointed fruit, six inches long, and of a deep, glossy black color until fully ripe, when they change toa dark orange red. Fruit is very fiery, and is superior as flavoring for piccalilly, chow- chow, ete. Makesauniquepotplant. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 14 1b. 60c. LONG RED CAYENNE—9—A long, slim pointed pod, and when ripe of a bright red color. Extremely strong and pungent. Pkt. 3c, oz, 15c, 14 lb. 50c. NEW LONG YELLOW CAYENNE—A very fine new variety identi- cal to above, except color, which is of a beautiful golden yellow shade. Pkt. dc, oz. 25e, 4 lb. 75c. ‘2LESTIAL—5—Rare novelty from China, so beautiful that it de- serves a place in every garden. The plant starts to bear early ‘and continues until frosts. Up to the time they are fully ripe tthe Peppers are of a delicate creamy yellow color, then suddenly change to an intense vivid scarlet, carried upright. Superior quality, fair size, clear sharp flavor. Valuable for pickles and gf pepper sauce. Pkt. 4c, oz. 20c, 14 Ib. 60c. RED CHILI—4—Used in the manufacture of pepper sauce. Pods sharply conical, and exceedingly pungent when ripe. Requires along, warm season. The plants should be started quite early in hot-bed. Pkt. 4c, oz. 20c, 14 1b. 60c.. GSLDEN DAWN or QUEEN—Plants quite dwarf, but very prolific. Fruit medium size and of inverted bell shape, rich golden yellow color, with very thick, sweet. mild flavored flesh. Pkt. 3c, oz. 15c, 34 1b. 50c. KALEIDOSCOPE—1i—Long wavy branches are loaded with droop- ing fruit the size of a hickory nut. Pkt. 4c, oz. 20c, % lb. 60c. CORAL GEM BOUQUET—S—The illustration above fails to do jus- tice to this beautiful little variety. It is impossible in an en- graving to show how completely covered are the little plants with hundreds of the small bright red Peppers. The single fruit illustrated is:of natursl size and so thickly set on the dwarf fants as to give each plant the appearance of a ‘‘Bouquet of rals.”? As a potted plant for Florists it has proved a most rapid-selling article. Pkt. 5c, oz. 30c, 34 1b. $1.00. NEW GOLDEN UPRIGHT—6—Unlike all other varieties, the Pep- pers grow upright on stiff stems. The fruits are large and handsome. Pkt. 4c, oz. 20c, 44 lb. 60c. FINEST MIXED PEPPERS—The above and many other valuable Peppers in choicest mixture, price per pkt. or.y dc, oz. 25c. RHUBARB, or PIE PLANT. German, Rhubarber. French, Rhubarbe. Spanish, Bastardo. Swedish, Rabarber. Rhubarb, familiarly known as Pie Plant, iscultivated in gardens for its stalks, which are used for pies and tarts. Immense quantities are now annually soldin all the large markets. No private garden : should be with- outit. Rhubarb succeeds best in deep, somewhat retentive soil. The richer its condition and the deeper stirred the better. Sow in drills an inch deep, and thin out the plants to 6 in, apart. In the fall trans- 8 plant the young plants into high- ly manured soil, setting them 3 feet apart each way, and give a dressing of coarse manure every fall. The stalks should not be used until the third year, nor plant allowed to exhaust itself by running to seed. BUCKBEE’S WESTERN MARKET—Finest variety, very productive. Fine large size and very early. Hasa flavor similar to the goose- berry. This is without doubt the finest variety in existence. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 4 1b 85c, ¥¢ 1b. 60ce, Ib. $1.00. RHUBARB ROOTS—A saving of from two to three years is made by planting the roots. I have well established roots of the above variety. Price by mail prepaid, 20 cents each; $2.00 per dozen. By expresy or freight at purchaser’s expense, 15 cents each; $1.50 a dozew 100 for only $7.50. cE THE & 7 CHALLENGE THE a “WoRLp To PRODUCE A BETTER MELON, val ——— A Packet of Water Melon Seed contains Sj| from 50 to 150 seeds (ac- cording to size of seed.) WAT =——~The King of All ER MELON «= in hundreds of markets the past season it FOUND READY SALE AT GOOD PRICES when all other sorts wemi a begging for a buyer. This grandest of all varieties has been extensively grown the past few seasons in almost every melon growing locality of the worid, and in not one single instance has it failed to meet the expectations of the planter. that ail were delighted with it prove that in the ha The reports received from every section nds of my customers BUCKBEE’S MONTE CRISTO has given the same surpassing results as our careful trials at Rockford Seed Farms. The Sweetest Flavored Water Melon in Cultivation. The Skin and Flesh Are of Spl endid Color. It is Very Heavy. It Has No Equal as a Shipping or Market Melon. EARLY, LARGE, HANDSOME, GOOD SHIPPER, LONG KEEPER. BUCKBEE’S MONTE CRISTO. ““The Best Melon Ever Introduced.’’ Sosaid thousands of my customers who planted Monte Cristo in 1895—the first. year of its introduction, while in 1896 the demand was erormous. In 1897 we had prepared for a large trade on this variety, but to our surprise the supply of stock seed was sold before the season was half over. Never before in the history of the seed trade has so much seed of a new Water Melon been sold in one year, and what is more, every customer was pleased, fully substantiating my claims for its being J. JONES, Martinsville, Illinois, writes: *“* Your Monte Cristo Water Melon is the finest melon I ever grew, either for family or market purposes.”’ M. A. PHILLIPS, Fountain Hill, Arkansas, says: “Thave been growing your Monte Cristo Melon for two years. It can’t be beat.”’ the largest early Water Melon to mature, ripening in the remark- ably short period of 65 to 80 days, and weighing under ordinary cultivation 60 pounds. The greatest yielder. The sweetest, juicest, crisp and most solid melon ever produced, never having a hollow or pithy center when ripe. The easiest to sell on the mar- ket, for when once tried people will have no other. Many of my customers have written me the past year that they have cleared $100.00 or more per acre by growing Buckbee’s Monte Cristo Melons. Price of Choicest Stock Seed of Our Own Growing, PX* 1 °,! Under average cultivation you can do as well or better. Will you not try it this year? Itis a geand, good shipper; has a firm, solid rind, not too thick, yet will stand the most severe handling. The outside skin is of rich, dark green color, shaded with feint stripes of a somewhat lighter color. Certainly the finest appearing melon ever grown for market, shipping and table purposes. Mr. Dodge, the veteran melon grower, says: ‘‘ Buckbee’s Monte Cristo is the best melon I ever raised.’?? What more can you ask of this melon whenI say: ‘‘Not half of its good qualities have been told.” I only wish that the space in this book would permit of my includ- C. STALLMAN, Orangeville, Cal., writes: “Your Monte Cristo Melon is the best I ever ate.’’ MR. W. H. ELLIOTT, Jensanton, Kentucky: “Your Monte Cristo Water Melon is certainly the best I have ever tried. My customers were all very well pleased with them.”’ ing the thousands of expressions received from my customers ali over the globe. While my supply of seed is larger than ever be- fore, I already have large advance orders from my customers, whe have planted Monte Cristo in past seasons, and I would advise all who care to plant this “KING OF ALL MELONS” in 1898 to place their orders as early as possible. Please remember that I control the entire product of this variety, so send to Buckbee for choicest stock seed of Monte Cristo Melon. The price is within reach of all, 5c, 4 Ib. 35¢, 16 1b. 60c, Ib. $1.00. Ibs. $4.00 Postpaid. 7 ! = SS Sa SS See £07) O=nwis/- Ss "8)998 OGT 07 06 WOALS SULDTWO0O \ Z SS : = L218 A eee ‘spsas fo azs 0} Burp.009D Wa ; ‘ : = S = ig “UO}IWI2IDM f0 19400q ¥ \\ \\ 8 \ \ \ Wy, tijy \\: ANS ) VANS ‘ATuwa SAaNNIHd a Buckbee’s Selected Water Melon Seed. One ounce for thirty hills; two to four pounds in hills for an acre. Melon growing for seed purposes only is a leading specialty of my establishment. My seed is saved from the choicest specimens. Hur-reds ot thousands of pounds have been furnished my customers to their entire satisfaction, without a single complaint, for the sim... reason it has never been my practice to market all the best melons and save all the culls for seed purposes. e Seeds from the best melons only are none too good for my customers. CULTURE. The essential thing is to get good, strong vines early in the season, which may be secured by forming large well drained hills of earth, about eight feet apart, made very rich with an abundance of well-rotted manure, Which should be thoroughly mixed with the soil, for if left in a mass it will lead tothe plants burning out under the hot sun and thus to the failure of the crop. In these hills plant the seed as soon as the ground is warm and dry, and carefully protect the young plants from insects, and hasten their growth by the use of liquid manure. KLECKLEY SWEETS—First introduced and offered by me in 1895, in which year I purchased the entire crop of seed from Mr. W. A. Kleckley, of Alabama, the noted melon grower. During that season | sent out several thousand packets of seed for trial. The reports received from every section, as well as our own trials, proved it to be a surpassingly fine new melon, and in 1896 offered it on page 26 of my catalogue. Without question it is one of the sweetest flavored of all melons. Oblong in shape; skin dark green; flesh bright-red, solid and luscious. Valuable alike for market or family purposes. The first original seed can be had fromnootherseedsman. Bewareofimitations. Proofs substan- tiating my claims freely furnished if desired. Pkt. 5c, oz. 8c, 14 Ib. 25e, 14 Ib. 40c, Ib. 75c. ‘ SWEET HEART—An entirely new and distinct Water Melon, which is early, large, handsome, heavy, goodshipper, long keeper, bright color and of best quality. Carloads of Sweet Hearts were sold at fancy prices when no other was saleable. Vines vigorous and productive, ripening its fruit early. Fruit, large, oval, heavy, uniformly mottled light and dark green; rind thin but firm; flesh bright red, firm, solid, very sweet and tender. — in every way. After years of careful selection I have a strain of |) this popular sort that is seemingly perfect. Reliability for bot- toming and large yield are combined in this popular Danvers va- riety. It is very handsome in appearance, round in shape though thick through, of fine size, in fact is ideal in every respect for market and family purposes, skin is thin of a rich straw color. Flesh is pearly white, fine grained, firm, mild, and of excellent quality. It ripens exceedingly early, keeps welland sells readily I also consider this variety one of the very best for growing sets. You will not be disappointed in the results by planting Buckbee’s Round, or Yellow Danvers Onion, either for family, market or shipping purposes. Select Stock Seed My Own Growth. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, I4lb. 28e, 141b. 50c, lb. 90c. SELECTED YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS—The finest standard Yellow Globe Danvers Onion ever offered. Of fine sym- metrical, large size,average specimens weighing from one to two pounds each. The bulbs are very choice, ne , grained exceptionally mild and very early. Itis a grand, }| magnificent keeper. In many sections it will find ready sale at much higher prices than any other variety; fre | quently produces 800 bushels or more to the acre, froms the first year. I control the best stock of this celebrate variety. Selected Seed of My Own Growth. Pkt. 4c, oz, 7c, | Iglb. 28c, Iglb. 50c, lb. 90c. : i ; . “ a* ay . ot in LSEABEE NN WESTER} Money Making Onion Seed. BUCKBEE’S NEW WAMPUM—This grand new variety which was sent out for trial in 1898, has proven as its name indicates, the Money Making Onion. Its color is a beautiful golden yellow, very attractive and striking. It isthe most perfect globe shaped onion in existence today. The bulbs are firm and The New Money solid and excellent winter keepers. The necks are one * . and cure down to almost nothing; is an enormous yielder, Making Onion. various customers claim from 1,000 to 2,000 bushels per acre. If you wish the best onion you ever planted try this greatest of all onions. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 44 lb. 50c, 1¢ 1b. 90e, 1b. $1.75, 5 1b. $8.50, postpaid. NEW CREOLE—Popular southern variety, grown in preference to other varieties in the south. The Creole, or Louisiana onion shape is a medium flat globe, of a dark straw color. The flesh is a beautiful white, of excellent flavor. Many southern plant- ers are realizing very large returns from this valuable * onion. Great quantities are always on hand in the The Best Onion for southern markets. At the great French market at New Orleans this is the favorite, and none of the com- Southern Markets. mission dealers care to handle any other sort. Isin the market early and the supply has never yet equaled the demand for this favorite vegetable. Choicest Seed of My Own Growth, Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 14 lb. 60c, 14 1b. $1.10, 1b. $2.00. EXTRA EARLY RED—A favorite early variety of fine shape. Always a good yielder Mt) i i | } | il M (lh l | mn HH =) | i t and magnificent keeper. It is of the most excellent quality, with the exception per- Money in Buckbee’s Onion Seed. haps of my celebrated Red Wethersfield, there is no red onion that realizes such large prices in market. Its beautiful shape and rich purplish-crimson color making it extremely attractive and desirable for all general purposes. Selected stock seed my own growth. Pkt. 4c, 0z. 7c, 14 Ib. 28c, 1¢ 1b. 50c, lb. 90c. | BUCKBEE’S EXTRA EARLY COMBINATION—1—This distinct new variety is the very flavor; from one inch to one and one-half inches in diameter, and three-fourths of an inch in thickness, its extreme earliness makes it very valuable for early table use as wet as purich onions for market. At maturity the tops die down directly to the bulb, leaving the neatest and most handsome little bulbs imaginable which are It Pays to Plant exceedingly valuable for pickling purposes. Itsextreme the Best earliness and fine quality cannot fail to makeit a favor- G ite Combination Onion in every garden. Choicest Seed of My:Own Growth. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 14 Lb. 60c, 1g 1b. $1.10, 1b. $2.00. SELECTED YELLOW STRASBURG, or OUTCH—2—Bulbs are quite flat and of good size, skin yellow, of darker color than the Danvers, flesh white, of mild flavor, keeps well. This is the variety that is used most extensively for growing yellow onion sets. It is valuable alike for family and market purposes. A great yielder and splendid keeper. Stock Seed of My Own Growth. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 4 lb. 28c, 14 lb. 50ce, lb. 90c, NEW WHITE SILVERSKIN, or WHITE PORTUGAL—3—Very desirable for family use. ' Flavor mild and pleasant; skin silver white of handsome appearance, highly esteemed for pickling when young, also for market in the early sets are grown. You will make nomistake by planting this excellent sort. It will please you immensely for First Hands. any purpose. Selected Stock Seed and of My Own Growth. Pkt. 4c, oz. 12c, 4% lb. 42c, ¥% Ib. 80c, lb. $1.50. SOUTHPORT SELECTED RED GLOBE—4—For many years this most valuable variety has commanded the [Ly | highest ie in many markets, because of its beautiful Finest Red Globe shape and color. This variety is of medium size, just right, in fact, for all purposes; spherical, with small Yet Produced. neck, very rich red color and of the most superior qual- ity. Choicest Stock Seed of My Own Growth. Pkt. 4c, oz. 20c, 141b. 70c, 141b. $1.80, lb. $2.50. . LARGE WHITE GLOBE—5—A large globe shaped onion; firm, fine grained, very mild flavor; keeps well. Thisis one of the handsomest onions grown, of beautiful shape, ' clear, white skin and commands the highest price. Selected Stock Seed of My Own Growth. Pkt. 4c, oz. 12c, 4% lb. 42c, 1% Ib. 80c, lb. $1.50. EXTRA EARLY NEW QUEEN—4 silver skinned variety, of quick growth and remark- able keeping qualities. If sown in early spring it will produce jnions one to two inches in diameter early in summer; if sown in July, will, with favorable weather, b ready to pull late inautumn, and be sound and fit for use the following summer. } Particularly valuable for pickles. If sown thickly they will mature perfect hard }/ onions from one-half to three-quarters of an inch in diameter. Pkt. 4c, oz. 12c, 14 lb. ' 42c, 14 lb. 80c, lb. $1.50 Z _R. S. MONROE, Kansas City, Mo., writes: I planted one acre of Buckbee’s Golden Globe Onion and harvested twelve hundred bushels; they sold for twenty cents per bushel, more than any other onion in this section. Not only that, I had double the yield, and taking everything nto consideration 1 am at least $500 ahead by buying your seed. Send me thirty pounds of your Golden Globe by express. . : = _ THE MONEY MAKING ONIONS ARE EE’S NEW WAMPUM, : CKBEE’S NEW GOLDEN GLOBE, BUCKBEE’S LARGE WETHERSFIELD. , yore r 51 ‘ fe ep htt earliest onior iz cultivation. Of a pure paper white color, very mild and delicate in . Buy Your Seed from winter. This is the variety from which white onion ... °. PP et An peso Ale ra os Gyisaadsadadaa7>, = Lo, ¢ = apt {ida LT ad : Sa > DS ~ ~ ANE aaa) f A A Packet of Parsnip Seed contains 1500 seeds or more. German. Pastinake. French, Panais. Spanish, Pastinaca. Swedish, Palsternucka One ounce of seed for 200 feet of drill; 5 to 6 pounds in drills for an acre. Parsnips are well known as a delicious table vegetable, but their value for the purpose of feeding cows and cattle is but little ap- preciated. The parsnip is rich in saccharine food, which adds greatly to the richness of the milk when fed to cows, while the fresh, succulent roots increase the flow of milk as greatly as does the use of fresh, green food in the spring. It is especially valuable for the purpose from its extreme hardiness, as the roots can be Jeft in the ground all winter and improve in quality by the continued freezing. CU LTURE They do best on a deep, rich, sandy soil, but will make good roots on any soil, which is deep, mellow and moderately rich, but e fresh manure is apt to make the roots coarse and ill-shaped. As the seed is sometimes slow to germinate it should be sown as early as possible in drills two to two and one-half feet apart. Cover one-half inch deep and press the soil firmly over the seed. Give frequent cultiva- tion and thin the plants four to the foot. BUCKBEE’S NEW SUGAR—The best Parsnip on earth, sosaythous-| greater diameter and more easily gathered. It is a very heavy . ands of my customers who made trials of this variety in1s97, and| cropper. The roots are very smooth, the flesh is fine grained and after repeated trials at Rockford Seed Farms during the pastsix| of most excellent quality. A yield of from 500 to 600 bushels per years, I have no hesitancy in offering you this splendid new Par-| acreis of common occurrence. Fine for home use, market and snip. Roots grow 10 a fine size, of good diameter, enabling them shipping, while for stock purposes it is sure to give the best of to be easily gathered ; the roots are exceedingly smooth, the flesh satisfaction. Pkt. 4c, oz. 6c, 14 lb. 12c, 1% Ib. 20c. 1b. 35c. is fine grained and of the most excellent quality. A magnificent | IMPROVED HOLLOW CROWN, or LONG WHITE—Roots compara- cropper, yielding as high as 750 bushels peracre under good culti-| tively short, ending somewhat abruptly with a small tap root; vation. You will not be disappointed by planting Buckbee’s New] grows mostly below the surface, has a very smooth, clean skin Sugar Parsnip for any purpose wbich thisdesirable vegetableis| and is easily distinguished by the leaves arising from a depress- used. Remember that I control the entire stock of this variety | ion on the top or crown of theroot. Sure toplease forevery pur- for 1898. Send to Buckbee for the TRUE SUGAR. Pkt. ic, oz. pose. Pkt. 8c, oz. 6c, % 1b. 1?c, 1¢ Ib. 20e, 1b. 35c. 10c, 14 1b. 35c, ai: See $1.00. anne eee ‘i S62 era eee NEW MALTESE— reatly improved and wonderfully fine strain. i Our customers ere GRanOts in praising its fine qualities. The I always consider it a personal favor to have my friends speak a roots do not grow as long as the Hollow Crown, but are of | good word for Buckbee’s Seeds and Plants. A Packet of Pumpkin Seed contains, according to size of seed, from 30 to 80 seeds. —— SSS S—— ——— = COPYRIGHTED 1894 BY H.W.BUCKBEE. An Eminent and Surprisingly Fine Variety. id 4 4 it—it has already created a great furor in its new home. Remark- Buckbee S New Sandwich Island Pumpkin. ably distinct in every way, Of fine size, very prolific bearer, and It affords me great pleasure to present to you this new ‘“‘Pump- | deliciously thick flesh. An excellent keeper. Certainly a grand kin Novelty.’? My customers well-know from experience that I/ future is in store for this New Pumpkin. Seed is naturally scarce never offer a novclty unless it has been carefully tested, and this | this season, yet I place the price within the reach ofall. Order new Pumpkin is no exception. Coming from a remote section of | early before my supply is exhausted. Choicest seed of my own the Sandwich Islands—where by chance my representative found! growth. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 34 1b. 35c, 1¢ 1b. 60¢, 1b, $1.00. 52 er eer ee et DESIRABLE PUMPKINS. German, Kuerbis. French, Courge. Spanish, Cola baza, Swedish, Pumpa. . are not so particular in regard to soil as melonsana Pumpkins i cucumbers, but in other respects are cultivated the same, though on a larger scale. Some of the field varieties are often raisea between hills of corn, but all varieties may be planted with success in flelds by themselves. BUCKBEE’S KING OF THE MAMMOTHS— Wonderfully grand and colossal variety, astonishing every one by its mammoth size and heavy weight. Think of it, a single pumpkin weighing 469 pounds. Many of you saw this specimen on exhibition at the World’s Fair. It isalwaysa prize winner at every fair and exhibition. Not- withstanding its enormous size it is one of the best pie an.. .able varieties grown. A splendid keeper and exceptionally valuable for feeding purposes. I control the complete stock of this variety. Send to Buckbee for true stock seed. I do not save seed from specimens weighing less than 200 pounds. Pkt. only 10c, oz. 15c, YY lb. 50c, 14 Ib. 80c, 1b. $1.50. ) NEW WINTER LUXURY—This I recommend as one of the best pie pumpkins; an excellent keeper and enormously productive. It is very finely netted and in color it is a golden russet. Pkt. 5c, oz. 7e, 14 lb. 20c, 14 1b. 85c, 1b. 60c. ‘GENUINE TENNESSEE SWEET POTATO—Grows to medium size, pear shaped, a little ribbed, color creamy white, remarkably fine grained, dry and brittle and of most excellent flavor. Hardy, very productive and keeps perfectly sound until late in the spring. It speedily becomes a general favorite wherever it has been in- troduced. When cooked it has somewhat the appearance of sweet potatoes, but of more delicious taste. Pkt. 4c, oz. 6c, 141b. 18c, 14 lb. 30c, 1b. 50c. NEW CALHOUN—Extraordinary fine variety, heavy and solid, very productive and of excellent quality. Outside is a rich cream A Packet of Pumpkin Seed color flesh salmon yellow, very thick, fine grained and of superior E Byding toosize quality. One of the very best for general purposes. Pkt. 4c, oz. | = (OU earn 7c, Y Ib. 20c, 14 1b. 35e, 1b. 60c. S| a ——= — \=I ofiecea,fromidoto Boiseeds. NEW JAPANESE PIE—The small illustration correctly shows the B\c/ 2 it mmm mT shape and extremely small seed cavity—all the balance being solid meat throughout, which is of extra fine quality. The seeds are distinct in appearance, being curiously sculptured in the same manner as Japaneseletters. Itis avery productive variety, the pumpkins ripen early, of medium size, good keepers and weighs fifteen to twenty pounds each. As to quality, one enthusiastic grower says: ‘‘The flesh is a rich salmon, unusually fine grained, and when cooked or stewed is almost as dry and mealy as a sweet potato. For making pies, custards, etc., they certainly have no equal. Containing but little water; can easily be cut and gr == = — SMALL SUGAR—A particularly fine dried like dried apples, and make excel- 2 orange colored sort, remarkably lent pies or sauce for winteruse. We fi sweet, fine grained and dry. Keep mture to say that pies made from the well and cannot be beat for table Japanese pumpkin, without eggs, are & use. Alwaysgives the best satisfac- fully as good as pies made from any tion. Pkt. 4c, oz. 6c, 14 lb. 18c, 1¢1b. other variety when eggs are used. Pkt. 30e, 1b. 50c. SC gee eres 8 waedoe, Tb-\G0e. QUAKER PIE—This comes from Wash- NEW JONATHAN—This fine new varie- ington Co.,N. Y. It is both hardy ty is already a standard; very pro- and productive and can be depended lific; its hard shell makes it an ex- on to make a crop when others fail. cellent xeeper. Flesh fine grained, Especially valuable for pies, being clear and sweet, making it valuable fine grained and of rich flavor,having for pies and other table uses. Pkt. none of the stringy nature common 3c, 02. 6c, 14 lb. 18c, 14 1b. 30c. 1b. 50c. IG = a mae vosomanyvarieties. Itis early and LARGE CHEESE— One of the best for NEW JAPANESE PIE. keeps late. It is oval shaped and table use, splendid for pies; fine grained, sweet and solid, very |tapers at each end. Is of a cream color, both inside and out. productive and sells well in market. Rich, nice keeping sort.| Users of this strain are enthusiastic in their praises and invari- Pkt. 3c, 0z. 6c. 44 lb. 18c, % 1b. 30c, lb. 50c. ably speak well of it. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 1b. 20c,14 1b. 35c, lb. 60c. CASHAW, or CROOKNECK—F'lesh yellow, solid and sweet. Popular for table use. = sa = E al = Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 1% 1b. 18¢, 14 1b. 30e, 1b. 50c. =e JUMBO, or MAMMOTH POTIRON—The flesh and skin are a bright golden yellow = color; flesh fine grained and of excellent quality. Notwithstanding its enormous / ( sive it is one of the very best pie pumpkins ever grown and a splendid keeper. |—— This enormous variety has been grown to weigh 200 pounds. Pkt.4e, oz. 7c, 41b. | 18c, 1g 1b. 30c, ib. 50c. WESTERN FIELD —One of the best varieties for field purposes, particularly desirable for feeding stock. Grows to a fine size, color rich yellow, flesh i well grained of good flavor. Postpaid, lb. 20c. By express or === jj, |\\'i freight at buyer’s expense. 4g bu. 50c, 4% bu. 90c, 14 bu. $1.50, == bu. $2.50. BUCKBEE’S PURE GOLD FIELD PUMPKIN— Acknowledged by ail—the best field pumpkin—either for growing with corn or in fields byitself. Excells for feeding stock, and best of all— makes the most delicious pumpkin pies. It is of a deep, rich creamy yellow color, flesh fine grained and of excellent flavor. Choice stock seed by mail Postpaid, oz. 5c, 141b. 15c, 141b. 25c, lb. 40c. By express or freight at buyer’s expense, 4g bu. 60c, 14 bu. $1.00, 144 bu. $1.75, bu. $3.00. Free Gifts. This year I will distribute ONE MILLION PACKAGES OF SEED for trial. Everybody willget something, even if order amounts to only 20 cents. The Larger the Order the more extras will be added. LLP E SY \ G Ulf KG MY ft eS OOO Ko i saaqeceses BEES. i ih / // Wn ae | | WX P, alll} SSAA ges _ Taltaen QEOOH Lee tLdAALTTE SALSIFY. German, Haferwurzel. French, Salsifs. Spanish, Salsifi Blamco. One ounce of seed to 100 feet of drill—8 pounds per acre. The Salsify is one of the most delicious and nutritious of yegetables and should be more generally cultivated for use in winter, when the supply of really good vegetables is so limited. It has a grassy top and a long, white, tapering root, nearly resembling a small parsnip. ~- It closely assimilates to the taste and flavor of the oyster when properly cooked, and isa good sub- stitute for it; very wholesome and nutritious. The roots are either boiled and mashed or made into fritters.in which form they are delicious. It succeeds best ina light, well enriched soil, which should be stirred to a good depth. Coarse and fresh manure should be avoided, as it will surely cause the roots to grow uneven and ill-shaped. Sow early and quite deep, giving the general culture recommended for parsnip. The roots are per- fectly hardy and may remain out all winter, but should be dug early in the spring, as they deteriorate rapidly after growth commences. Store a quan- tity for winter use in a pit, or cellar in damp earth or sand. BUCKBEE’S ALL AMERICA—A truly American variety of the high- est merit now offered for the first time. The long, white taper- ing roots are of the most superior quality, excelling by far any yariety now on the market. My seed is limited this year and T advise early orders. Pkt. 10c, oz. 20c, 441b.50c,141b.80c,1b.$1.50. MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND—Of extra large size, in every way preferable to the older varieties, being larger, stronger growing, and less liable to branck. Invaluable to market gardeners. Pkt. 4c, oz. 8c, 14 lb. 25c, 14 lb 40c,:1b. 70c. LONG WHITE—The well-known standard variety. Pkt. 3c, oz. 7c, 14 1b. 20e, 44 1b. 35c, 1b. 65c. SORREL. German, Sauerampfer. French, Oseille. Is cultivated for its acidity aud-used largely in salads. Sow in drills early in spring and thin the seedlings to 6 or8 inches apart in the row. One may commence cutting in two or three months and plants will continue bearing for three to four years. LARGE LEAVED GARDEN—The best garden variety, having large pale green leaves of fine quality. Pkt. 4c, oz. 15c, 14 1b. 40c, 1 1b, 70c, lb. $1.25. SPINACH, PRICKLY WINTER—Hardy variety. The seed is prickly, leaves triangular. It is employed for fall sowing. Pkt. 2c¢, oz. 4c, 14 lb. 10c, 44 1b. 18c, lb. 30c, 4 lbs. $1.00. MONSTROUS VIROFLAY—A new and good sort of sterling merit. Strong quick grower, immense jielder. Popular everywhere, both for ship- ping purposes and family use. Pkt. 2c, oz. 4c, 44 lb. 10c, 1g lb. 18c, Ib. 30c, 4 lbs. —>OCKFORD S DINACH GRowine AT EED FARMS $1.00. A Packet of Spinach Seed contains from 600 to 800 or 2. LLSMTTLEA Ls ALLTL 1 i220 SPINACH. French, Epinard. Spanish. Espinaco. 10 to 12 pounds in drills per acre. Cultu re Spinach is very hardy. extremely wholesomeand palatable * and makes a delicious dish of greens, retaining its bright green color after cooking. It should be planted in yery rich ground, the Ticher the better. Sow in drills one foot apart, and commence thinning out the plants when the leaves are one inch wide. All should be cut before hot weather or it will be tough and stringy. For early spring use the seed should be sown earlyin autumn. In the north the plants will require a slight protection of leaves or straw, but in the southern states no protection is necessary, and they will continue their growth mostall the winter. BUCKBEE’S NEW LONG STANDING—An improved round seeded strain of excellent merit, havingall of the good qualities of the ordinary sorts and continuing in condition for use much longer. The leaves are smooth and very dark rich green. Cannot be beat for market and family purposes. Pkt. dc, oz. 10c, 44 lb. 1ic, 16 lb. 25c, 1b. 40c, 4 lbs. 31.50, postpaid. BLOOMSDALE SAVOY LEAVED—The earliest and the best to plant in autumn for early spring use. Plant of upright growth, with narrow leaves which are savoyed like those of acabbage. It grows quickly to a suitable size. Pkt. 2c, oz. 4c, 14 1b. 10c, ¥ Ib. 18c, lb. 30c, 4 lbs. $1.00. ROUND SUMMER BROAD LEAF—This variety is generally preferred for early spring sowing, and is the most popular with our market gardeners. The leaves are large, thick and fieshy, though not quite as hardy as the Prickly Winter, it stands the winter very well. Pkt. 2c. oz. 4c, 4 1b. 10c, 4 lb. 18e, 1b. 30c, 4 Ibs. $1.00. IMPROVED THICK LEAVED—A variety which grows very rapidly, forming a cluster of large, very thick. slightly savoyed leaves of fine color and quality when cooked. Recommended for market gardeners. Pkt. 2c, oz. 4c,441b. 10c, 4 1b. 18c, 1b. 30c, 4 lbs. $1.00. VICTORIA—A new sort which is quick to mature, and forms a very large exceedingly thick leaf, which is somewhat savoyed in the center. It remains in use much longerthan most kinds, and can- not fail to please whether grown for market or in the private garden. Pkt. 2c, oz. 4c, 14 lb. 10c, 1¢ Ib. 18¢e, lh. 30c, 41 bs. $1.00. LONG STANDING PRICKLY—The plants mature a little later than the round leaved sorts, but furnish a large quantity of very thick and well flavored leaves. Has prickly seed. Pkt. 2c, oz. 4c, 34 1b. 10c, 14 1b. 18c, Ib. 30¢, 4 lbs. $1.00. on ee LUI 1 11771110: German, Spinat. One ounce of seed for 100) feet of drill. more seeds. _— NDIN | BUCKBEE'S LONG STA an aT ee ee ee oe eel | Earliest Pea in the World. Ready for Picking is ...40 Days. V/here earliness, productiveness, large-sized pods and sweetness of favor are desired, this is the variety to grow; it may be truly called the blooded stock of all finest early peas, and stands at the nead for the above fine qualities; ina favorable season ready for market in 40 days, the entire crop canbe taken off in two pickings. To the market gardener, earliness is of the greatest importance as even a few days frequently makes a great difference in price, often a depreciation of from $2.00 to $4.00 per barre]; the inexper- ienced find this out when top late; therefore the earliest is what is required and Buckbee’s Lightning Express is that variety, sow them you will make no mistake. Was introduced by us in’87 and sold that year 2,6u0 bushels, and each year the demand for them has steadily They are much hardier, more productive, and withstand greater changes in the weather than any other variety. They are not only the largest podded early but they are Entirely Free From Runners, And the Entire Crop can be taken off in Two Pickings. " 10,000 BUSHELS SOLD ANNUALLY. increased; they have been the first peas shipped north from the great pea growing districts of Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi and North Carolina, since’88 which can be readily attested to by the growers in those sections and all through the United States and Canada where hundreds of acres of them are annually grown they have attained the same reputation for both earliness and product- iveness. ‘Their growth ranges from two to two and a half, in accordance with the season, they are entirely free from runners, and never require sticking; it is an easy variety to pick as almost a handful can be grasped at a time. Please Observe that the true stock of Buckbee’s Lightning Express can be had through sur house only. J. W. BOSS, Paris, Texas, writes: The Lightning Express Pea was just what you represented it to be. Positively it is the finest Early Pea Tever planted. It yields three times the quantity of other early sorts. I have made three times the money with this than with any other Peas I have ever planted. _...LOOK AT THESE CE REPORTS.... FRANK D. LEE, Long Island, N. Y., writes: I cleared over $1,100 from your Lightning Express Peas.. They were the jirst in the market and sold fast as we could pick them. Please ship by first freight Ten Bushels Lightning Express, enclosed jind draft. More Ordersto follow. J A Work to Market Gardeners. The Pea is one of your most impor- tant and profitable crops; you therefore cannot bestow too much care in selecting your seed, as the market is always overstocked with what are called Finest Earlies, and offered at tempting low prices. These are generally sown in Canada in a wild broadcast manner, full of runners and sold under this name to command a better price in the market. There is no variety that deteriorates more rapidly both in earliness and dwarfness of habit than the Early Pea, and it requires a grower to exercise his greatesteare in selecting his stock seed, and its proper culture, in order to keep it up to its correct standard, both for earliness and free fromrunners. Buckbee’s Lightning Express has always maintained the highest reputation with gardeners for its earliness, productiveness and fine quality. and is today the best known and the most popular among all growers; it isthe perfection of peas both for earliness and uni- form dwarf habit initsgrowth. One of its great features is that the crop is almost ready for market at once, and the whole crop can be harvested in one or two pickings. These are very desirable features and just what the gardener requires, and everyone should plant this world’s greatest money making pea. Note the low price: Prepaid, 1-2 pt. 15c, pt. 25c, qt.40c; Buyer’s Expense, 1-8 bu. 60c, 1=4 bu. $1, 1-2 bu. $1.90, bu. $3.50. I can also supply the following well-known varieties of Peas at the uniform price of 14 pt. 8c, pt. 15c, qt. 28c. Gem, Improved Early Dan O’Rourke, Rural New Yorker, Extra Early Kent, Carter’s First Crop, Yorkshire Hero, (@~ For further varieties of Peas see pages 56 and 57. 5D Marrowfat, Large Black Eyed Marrowfat. Extra Early Premium Early May, Large White PRIZE MEDAL PEAS German, Erbse. French, Pots. Spanish, Guizante. Swedish, Arte. One quart for 100 feet ordrill. Two to three bushels in drills for an acre. I prepay charges on Peas, Ccrn and Beams by the one-half pint, pintand quart. Quantities of one-eighth bushel, one-quarter bushel, one-half bushel and bushel! are shipped by freight or ex=- press at purchaser's expense. For Prices in Quantity See Wholesale Pages. For early peas the soil should be Culture. light, warm and sheltered, but fora general crop a moderately heavy so#l is better. Fresh manured andrieh, wet, mucky soil should beavoided. Such soil is often the eause of the early sorts maturing unevenly. Sow as soon as pessible the earliest varieties om warm, quiek soil preparedin the fall. The generalcro can be delayed until later, but we have met wit better success from sowing all the varieties very early, depending for succession upon selecting sorts that follow each other in ripening. The peas will mature earlier if covered only one inch deep but larger pods and more of them will be produced if the seed is planted zn trenches three to six inches deep. covered with one or two inches _ of soil until the plants are up, then fillimg the trenches. This will seewre deep rooting, prevent them from mildewing and prolong bearing to a very great extent. EARLIEST OF ALL, or ALASKA—By careful selection and growing we have developed a stock of this smooth, blue pea, which in evenness of growth of vine and early maturity of | URS A ~ excellent flavor. for market gardeners and canners. MOTT’S NEW EXCELSIOR—The best extra early dwarf pea. combines to a wonderful degree the good qualities of the Ameri- ean Wonder and Premium Gem Peas without their deficiencies. The vines are larger and more vigorous than American Wonder, and earlier and more prolific than Premium Gem. The peas in sweetness and quality are unsurpassed ; a most desirable sort for the market gardener and the best of all for the home garden. Unfortunately a great deal of inferior and spurious stock of this sort has been on the market, but when the stock is pure and true it has never failed to please those who planted it. 1 pt. 12c, pt. 20c, gt. 35c. : BUCKBEE’S SELECTED FIRST AND BEST—By most careful com- parison we are convinced that this is the earliest and most even stock of white, extra early peas in existence, maturing so well together that a single picking, or at most two, will secure the entire crop. Vines vigorous and hardy, two to two anda half feet high, unbranched, bearing three to seven straight pods, having five to seven medium size smooth peas of good quality Dry pea medium size, smooth yellowish white. 1gpt.10c, pt. 18c, qt. 32c. THE ADMIRAL—We are convinced of the great value of this variety for second early market or family use, and we earnestly urge all our customers to plant largely of it. Vines vigorous, three to four feet high and little branched; the foliage resembles First and Best in size and color. Pods are usually borne in pairs and in great abundance; they are about two and one- half inches long, thick, curved, bright green, carrving six to nineclosely crowded peasof the very best quality and color. We know of no pea : zs thatremains palatable y, longer after it Ltecomes Se large enough *« use. Ye Dry pea much wrinkled ws ssand flattened, medium & KNOWN ners’ use, owing to its very great Vigor, productiveness, fine color, quality and suitable size of green peas. 1g pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. BUCKBEE’S IMPROVED STRATAGEM— The large podded semi-dwarf English varieties of peas_have been so wanting in uniformity and evenness of type as to disgust American planters, but by con- stant effort we have developed a stock of this, the best variety of that class, which comes true, and we do not hesi- tate to pronounce it the very best of the large podded sorts. The pods are of im- mense size and uniformally filled with very large dark green peas of the finest quality. Vines areof medium height, but very stocky, with very broad, light green leaves. and bearing 1n abundance of large handsome pods. The best pea ‘now on the market for those who want large showy pods and peas of the best quality. 1¢ pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 3dc. guinie FINEST FLAVORED & BEST WRINKLED PEA eK pods is unequalled by any other extra early pea. unbranched, bearing four to seven long pods, which are filled with medium sized, dark green peas of Ripe peas, small bluish green. A very excellent sort. It | BUCKBEE’S NEW MAMMOTH MELTING SUGAR—This variety is far TRUE AMERICAN WONDER— Variety whose stout Vines two to two and one-half feet high, are Ripens all the crop at once, aud is an invaluable variety Don’t fail to try it. 14 pt. 8e, pt. 15e, qt. 28e. superior to all others of the edible podded class of garden peas, not only in size of pod, but also in delicious quality, in which the large, sweet, brittle and succulent pods have none of the tough, inner lining found in the ordinary varieties of garden peas; they are used in the same way as snap or string beans; the pods are very large, straight, smooth, extremely tender, fine flavored, so brittle that they snap; without any string; of themost delicious flavor, borne in abundance on vines three to four feet high. Send to Buckbee for original stock seed. 4¢pt.lic, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. NEW MAUD S.—A new and immensely popular extra early variety, growing about 30 inches high; wonderfully productive, pods are of fine size and always well filled; noted for its uniformity of ripening, making it one of the most valuable peas for market use, One of the very best for family purposes being always of fing flavor and quality. One of the best. % pt. 10c, pt. 16c, qt. 20¢ branching vines grow about nine inches high and arecovered with long, well-filled pods containing seven or eight large and exceedingly sweet, tender and well flavored peas, nearly as early as First and Best. Dry peas are medium size, much wrinkled and flattened, pale green. We havetaken great pains/ in growing ourstock and Ts know it to be pure and true. lgpt.12c, pt.20c,qt 35. McLEAN’S IMPROVED LITTLE GEM-This variety is nearly as early as the American Wonder and the vine decidedly larger, growing to a height of 12 to 15 inches and bearing an immense crop of pods, which are larger and invariably well filled with peas of the best quality. The dry peas are green, large, wrinkled, often flattened. Market gardeners use more of this sort than of any other wrinkled pea. 1g pt. 10c, pt 16c, qt. 30c. i BUCKBEE’S EXTRA EARLY TOM THUMB, or STRAWBERRY— Vines dwarf, about nine inches high, and maturing about thesame time as the American Wonder. It can be planted in rows ten inches apart. 4% pt. 12c, pt. 20c, quart 35c. EXTRA EARLY PHILADELPHIA—A very valuable and improved strain of famous Philadelphia Extra Early. Ready for table use in 45 days; grows about two feet high; crop matures evenly. 1} pt. 10c, pt. 16c, qt. 30c. IMPROVED CHAMPION OF ENGLAND—Very productive and universally admitted to be oneof the richest and best flavored peas. Height 4 or 5 feet; seed whitish green and much shriveled; equal in quality to any in cultivation, and one of the best of its season for marketing. J¢pt. 10c, pt. 16c, qt. 30c. "UVONOS ONILIAN HLOWWVW MON § Ane woo 85 nw tea ae a — BUCKBEE’S STARTLER—Fine new later variety, rows 30 inches high; pods and foliage rich, dark green; very hardy and prolific. Pods very large and packed closely with good sized peas of deli- cious melting quality. This variety can be de- pended upon for a late erop, giving lange picking of peas after most varieties are done. %¢ pt. 15c, pt. 25e, qt. 40c. I GRANT’S FAVORITE—This new variety of my own introduction is unquestionably the finest medium and late pea ever offered, coming into use just after the early varieties are through bearing. This trait alone makes it am exceptionally valu- ablesort. It is a luxuriamt grower, growing from 3 to four feet high,is an enormous yielder, completely outyielding all other varieties. The pods are of gaod size and always well filled with exceptionally sweet and highly flavored Peas. It is nearly an upright grower, but will do better if staked or plantedalonga fence. It willplease ¢g you either for family, marketgardenorshipping ! purposes. (My original seed was secured from an old friend of General Grant’s, at Galena, Il., who had received it from General Grant.) 44 pt. l5c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c. I control the entire supply of this variety. PRIDE OF 7HE MARKET—This famous pea gener- ally grows from 18 to 24 inches high and bears grand pods, well filled with large and finely flavored peas from top to bottom of the haulm. Its robust con- stitution, productiveness and superior appearance insures its acceptance as amarket favorite. We have given this variety special attention and the stock we offer is so much superior to that commonly sold as to seem a different sort. We recommend it as one of the very best of the large podded varieties. 14 pt. 10c, pt. 18c, qt. 30c. BLISS’ ABUNDANCE—A very popular variety; generally grows about 18 inches high; foliage large, thick and dark green; very large, prolific pods, long, round and well filled with peas of fine quality. 1% pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. SHROPSHIRE HERO—A very handsome wrinkled pea, uniformly growing about two and one-half feet high; second early; it is very prolific with long, square, well filled pods. It is a fine ac- quisition; well adapted for market gardeners; the large, richly flavored peas will also make it a decided favorite infamily gardens. 14.pt. 12c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. HORSFORD’S MARKET GARDEN—A grand variety coming in crop soon after Little Gem. Vines are about two feet high. It is a prolific bearer and has yielded more shelled peas per acre than any other American variety. Pods of good size containing 5 to 7 good sized, dark green peas of finequality \ retaining color and sweetness ‘ foralong time. Dry peas are wrinkled and sweet. You will make no mistake in planting this splendid variety. 1 pt. 10c, pt. 18c, qt 30c. THE QUEEN—TI: isa green, wrinkled, main crop variety, Af growing to about two to two ¢-') and one-half feet in height; @ kets. A medium sized radish, olive shaped, small top, of quick growth, very crisp and tender, of a beautiful scarlet color, ex- cept near the tip, which is pure white. A splendid variety for the table on account of its excellent quality and its beautiful color. Pkt. 3c, 0z. 6c, 14 1b. 15c, 14 1b. 25c, lb. 40c. EARLY SCARLET OLIVE SHAPED—4—In the form of an olive, terminating in very slim tap root. Skin scarlet; neck small; flesh rose colored, tender and excellent. Early, good for forcing and general crop. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 44 lb. 15c, 14 1b. 25e, lb. 40c. EARLY WHITE OLIVE SHAPED—5~— Differs from the Scariet Olive Shaped in color and being a little longer. Clear white,crisp and mild flavored. Pkt. 3c, 0z. 6c, 14 lb. 15c. 14 1b. 25c, lb. 40c. BUCKBEE’S IMPROVED CHARTIERS—8—One of the best for sow- ing out doors. Roots are very early, hard and crisp until they reach a diameter of two inches, and three times as long as any of the above. Flesh white, crisp and mild flavored. Pkt. 4c, 0z.7c, 14 |b. 16, 14 1b. 28e, lb. 50c. NEW WHITE LADY FINGER—9—The finest long white Radish in cultivation. Beautifulin shape and the skili and flesh are pure snow white. Crisp, brittle and of rapid growth. Order early. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 1b. 18¢e, 14 lb. 30c, 1b. 50c. A EARLY LONG BRIGHTEST SCARLET—10—An improvement in ear- liness and color over other varieties. Roots ready for use in = about twenty-five days when planted outdoors. It has a smallf top. Pkt. 4c,0z 7c, 14 lb. 16c, 44 lb. 28c, lb. 50c. SUMMER RADISHES. GOLDEN SUMMER TURNIP—It is perfectly round in shape; neck is finer, leaves smaller and color brighter than the old Yellow Turnip Radish. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 44 1b. 15c, 19 lb. 25c, lb. 40c. GRAY SUMMER TURNIP—Round, turnip-shaped, and often irregu- larinform. Theskin on the upper part is matted with green- ish brown. Flesh mild, of greenish white color and tolerably solid. Fine variety. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 lb. 15c. 14 lb. 25c, lb. 40c. WHITE STRASBURG—This grows to the largest size and is usable when quite small, thus covering a long season. Four to five inches long and about two inches thick. Very white, crisp and tender. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 |b. 18c, 14 lb. 30ce, 1b. 50c. RADISH MIXTURES. Earliest Radishes, Mixed—For family gardens, all the earliest varieties. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 lb. 20c, 14 1b. 35ce, 1b. 60c. Summer Radishes, Mixed—-For family gardens we offer a mixture of allsummer varieties. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 441b. 20c, 44 1b. 35c, lb. 60c. Winter Radishes, Mixed—Seed of the best white, black and rose- skinned varieties, which will produce all the best radishes for autumn and winteruse. Pk” ~> oz. 10c,141b.20c,141b. 35c, 1b. 60c. | 50 il contains 1000 seeds or more. f w ZEW A Packet of Radish Seed E WINTER RADISHES. Sow about the same time as winter turnips, on light, rich soil, in drills eighteen inches apart; give frequent cultivation and thin two to six inches apart, according to sizeof the variety For winter use pull before severe frost, and storein dampsand 1n cellar. CHINESE ROSE—11—Roots cylindrical, or largest at the bottom tapering abruptly to a small tap. Skin very smooth and ofa bright, rose color; flesh firm, crisp, tender and quite pungert. Put. 8c, 02. 7c, % Ib. 18c, %4 lb. 80e, lb. 50c. CALIFORNIA MAMMOTH WHITE—12—First introduced by the Chinese in Ualifornia. Pure white, about one foot long and two or three inches through, tapering regularly to the tip. Fuesh is tender and crisp. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 144 1b. 18c, 144 Ib 30c, tb. 50c. ROUND BLACK SPANISH—Some times top-shaped; three or four inches in diameter; skin black, flesh white; highly flavored) A good keeper. Pkt. 3c, oz. 7c, 44 lb. 18c, 24 1b. 30c, lb. 50c. LONG BLACK SPANISH—One of the latest as well as the hardiest of the Radishes; an excellent sort for winter use. Roots obiong black, of very large size and fine texture. Pkt. 3c, oz. 7c, 14 1b. 18c, 14 lb. 30c, lb. 50c. —— = 3 = ——— == BUCKBEE’S NEW GIANT SUMMER CROOKNECK—4—Our experience and that of our customers proves it to be one of the best Summer Squashes. Twice as large as the ordinary Crookneck, it is more warty and earlier. This combination makes it the most desir- able for the market or private garden. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, (1b. 15c, 1g lb. 25c, 1b. 40c. ; BUCKBEE’S NEW MAMMOTH WHITE BUSH— 3 —Scalloped or Im- proved Patty-Pan. Great improvement over the Early White Bush.- Very uniform in shape and wonderfully prolific. Fit to use very early, of a beautiful white color and grow to a large size, 12 to 15 inchesacross. Valuable alike for family and market purposes. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 lb. 15c, % Ib. 5c, 1b. 40c. BUCKBEE’S MAMMOTH YELLOW BUSH, or GOLDEN CUSTARD—1— Closely resembles the preceding, except in color, which is dark, rich, golden yellow, The squashes are of the finest quality and extra large size. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, \¥ lb. 15¢e, 14 1b. 25c, 1b. 40c. PINEAPPLE—2—Fiine for summer and fall; flesh is thick, creamy white, and of the richest flavor; exceedingly productive and gives the best satisfaction for all purposes. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 1b. lic, 144 1b. 25c, lb. 45c. PERFECT GEM—5—This variety is equally desirable either as a summer or winter squash. Wonderfully productive. Flesh fine grained and cooks dry and sweet. Rich, delicious flavor. Pkt. 3c, 0z. 6c, 14 lb. 15c, 14 1b. 25c, lb. 40c. COCOZELLE—6—Fine new early variety. A remarkable feature of this variety is that the little green squashes, when very small, ‘can either be boiled whole or sliced and fried like Egg Plants, and to my taste are quite equal in flavor, while, of course, they are more easily raised. It will prove a valuable addition to the vegetable garden Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 4 Ib. 20c, 14 lb. 35c, 1b. 60c. PIKE’S PEAK, or SIBLEY—In color pale green; shell very hard and flinty, though thin. Pkt. 8c, oz. 6c, 14 1b. lic, 44 Ib. 25c, 1b. 40c. THE FAXON—10—This new South Ameri- can variety is very popular, its valuable points are, as Mr. Coy well said: earliness long keeping and high quality. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 lb. 20e, 14 1b. 35c, 1b. 60c. MARBLEHEAD — Resembles the Hubbard more than any other sort. The very best “~_SQUASH... Two ounces for fifty hills. Bush varieties five to six pounds, and running varieties three to four pounds in hills for an acre. The Squash is one of the most nutri- tious and valuable of our garden vegetables. The summer varieties come to the table early in the season, while the winter sorts can be had in perfection from August until the summer sorts are again in condition. Plants are tenderand sensitive to cold, and planting must be de- layed until settled warm weather. Gen- eral principles of culture are the same as those given for cucumbers and melons, but the plants are less particular as to soil. The summer varieties should be planted four to six feet apart each way, and the winter sorts eight to ten; three plants are sufii- cient for a hill. GIANT WHITE SUMMER CROOKNECK—A new. valuable, and distinct variety; the result of years of careful breeding and selection, and it is now one of the most fixed and distinct ofoursummer squashes. The fruit is similar in size and shape to the Summer Crookneck, but of a beauti- ful ivory white color,and unsurpassed in quality. We recommend this sort as the most beautiful, and one of the very best of thesummer varieties. Pkt. 4c, 0z. 7c, Y ib. 20c, 14 1b. 35c.. Ib. 60e. NEW DELICATA—7—Extremely early, very prolific, the ground color being splashed and striped with very dark green. The quality is rich and dry. Although of small size this variety is wonderfully solid and heavy, the se2d cavity being small. Will please you for all purpeses. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, % 1b. 20e, 34 1b. 35c, lb. 60¢. BER WING—8—The squash grows about 5 inches long by from 244 to 3inches thick. It has a hardand thick shell, which is com- pletely covered with warts; the color of the flesh is light yellow. Very hard. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 4 Ib. 2c, 1g 1b. 85c, 1b. 60e. CHILIAN GIANT—9—The largest of all squashes. Rather flat at both ends; single specimens have grown to the enormons weight of 300 pounds. ‘Cuter colera rich orange yellow, flesh very thick and of rich yeliow color: quality exceedingly good; very nutri- tious. Pkt. 4c, oz. 6c, 14 Ib. 16e, 4 lb. 28c, lb. 50e. NEW TURBAN—A distinct and valuable fall and winter variety. Flesh is dry, sweet and thick, of a bright orange color; its keep- , Ing qualitiesare fine. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 4 lb. 15c, 1¢ lb. 25e, Ib. 40c. BAY STATE—The excelling features of this new variety are its extreme solidity, heavy weight, fineness, dryness of grain and sweetness. Pkt. 8c, 0z. 6c, 4 Ib. lic, 1¢ 1b. 2dc, 1b. 40e. COCOANUT—The most beautiful of allsquashes. Great bearer. Always gives a full crop, is fine grained and well flavored. Very desirable. Pkt. 3c, 0z. 6c, 4% Ib. 18c, 1¢ 1b. 30c, 1b. 50c. PROLIFIC ORANGE MARROW —Developed by selection from the Boston Marrow. Fruit small, of deep orange color, netted with cream. Flesh fine. Pkt.3e, oz. 5c. 4% 1b. 15c, 1¢ lb. 25e, 1b. 40c. IMPROVED BOSTON MARROW —F all and winter variety. Very popular in the Boston market. Ofoval form, skin thin, when ripe, bright orange, mottled with light cream color; flesh a rich salmon yellow, fine grained and its sweetness and excellence are unsurpassed. Pkt. 3c, oz. 5e, 4 Ib. 15c, ¥¢ Ib. 25c, Ib. 40e. > A Packet of Squash Seed | contains from 30 to loo or | more seeds. | TI keeper of all. Flesh is lighter shade than the Hubbard. Fine grained, sweet and delicate flavor. Pkt. 4c, oz. 6c, 14 lh. 16c, 46 lb. 28c, lb. 50c. NEW FORDHOOK-—-11—Strong, popular,rapid ‘grower; immensely productive; outside color bright yellow, inside lighter shade. Keeps perfectly sound untilspring. Flesh dry and sweet, thick and delicious Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, % lb. lic, 14 1b. 25c, 1b. 40ce. NEW CHICAGO WARTED HUBBARD—The ideal Hubbard for home and market pur- poses. Satisfies even the inexperienced observer, rich in quality, an unsurpassed keeper and thick fleshed. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 1 lb. 20c, 14 1b. 35c, lb. 60c. IMPROVED HUBBARD— 12 — Best squash known. Flesh bright orange yellow, fine grained, very dry, sweet and of very rich flavor. Boils or bakes exceedingly dry and is esteemed by many to be as good baked as the sweet potato. Have taken the utmost pains with this sort and can recommend our stock asin all probability the best in the country. Pkt. 4c, 02 6c, 4g lbh 16c_ 4 Ib. 28c, lb. 50c. 4.44 4 44 a IDF ential XN \y 5 toed ee ee ee ee eee ee ee Lawn Grass. A beautiful lawn with close velvety turf, is a most essential thing in the adornment of all homes; without it the finest flowering plants and bed- sSNA ping scenes are insignificent, while with it, handsome grounds are assur= ed even with no other adornment. Second only to that prime requisite, BRBLEY good seed, time of sowing, quantity to use, preparation of soil, etc BUCKBEE’S WORLD’S FAIR LAWN GRASS-A warded Grand Colum- bian Prize Medal—Of all the magnificent features which particularly distinguished the Great World’s Fair,the beauti- ful lawns certainly came in for a good share of the glory—The above cut shows a partial view of one of the lawns sown with our blend of seed, and all my TOBACCO. | Selected stock seed. Write for prices in quantity. SUMATRA—A great favorite. Pkt. 5c, oz. 50c. CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF — Fa- vorite in every section. Pkt. 3c, oz. 20c. IMPORTED HAVANA Famous standard. Pkt. 8c, oz. 25c. SWEET ORONOKO— A truly goo®vari- ety. Pkt. 3c,0z 25c GOLD LEAF — Ex- ceedingly fine. Pkt. 8c, oz. 25c. PERSIAN ROSE MUS- CATELLE—Is a grand novelty of surprising merit. Pkt. 4c, oz. 30c. ZIMMER’S SPANISH- Earliest and the best. Pkt. 3c, oz. 20c. LITTLE DUTCH—A fine standard sort. Pkt. 3c, oz. 20c. RAPE, Dwarf Essex. The Main Secret in the Succsssful Raising of Sheep for mutton, for which the English are so famous, lies undoubtedly in the very gen- eral use of Fodder Rape for feeding them. After the corn is har- vested and before winter sets in there is need of nutritious green fodder, especially for sheep. Dwarf Essex Rape is easily grown and perfectly hardy and possesses remarkable fattening qualities. One acre will pasture thirty-six head two months, and lambs will make a gainof8 to12poundsa month. ‘‘They soon weigh like lead.” Pigs and Cattle arealso very fond of it. The plant is a rank grower and should have heavy manuring as well as high cultiva- tion. Any corn soil will grow Rape. Sow the seed during the third or fourth week of June; it can then resist drouth, and the crop can be ready to feed at a season when itis most needed. By sowing different pieces several weeks apart a continuous supply of good feed can be had. When sown in June the Rape will have to be fed during August, though if the first crop were cut about four inches from the ground there would be an aftermath of second growth that would be useful after that time. It does well sown with oats, if the soil is rich and clean sow broadcast, if not clean, sow in drills and cultivate as for corn. Rape is especially adapted for a catch crop, suc- ceeding when from any cause the other crops have failed. When sown broadcast, use 5 lbs., and if in drills,2 lbs to the acre. By freight or express at buyer’s ex- pense, lb. 12c, 10 lbs. at 10c per lb. ; 25 lbs. at 8¢ per lb. ; 50 lbs. at 7c per lb.; 100 lbs. at 6c per lb. Postpaid, 20c per lb. Special Low Express and Freight Rates to All Points. customers may restassured that with ordinary care they can equalif not surpass the splendid results obtained at the World’s Fair. If directions be followed which accompany every order One pound sows 300 square feet; Choicest stock seed, postpaid, 1g lb. 18c, 1b. 80c. By express or freight at buyers expense, 1g bu. 45c, 1% bu. 80c, 14 bu. $1.50, bu. $2.75, 3 bu, only $7.50. CENTRAL PARK MIXTURE—Very satisfactory kind. Choice seed postpaid, 1¢ lb. 15c, 1b. 25c. By express or freight, at buyer’s expense, 1g bu. 40c, 14 bu. 75c, 1g bu. $1.25, bu. $2.40. BLUE GRASS KENTUCKY, Extra Clean—As a grass for woodlawn pastures or a lawn it has ne On good soil it forms a very thick mass of blades that affords excellent pasture through the winter. It is a perennial and does not become vigorous until the second or third year. It is very superior for lawn purposes when used with or without white clover. Lb, postpaid 25c. By express or freight at pur- chaser’s expense. 1lgbu. 40c, (bu, 75c, We bu. $1.25, bu. $2.00. ED TOP Faacy Clean—Good, permanent grass, makes a R e Juxuriant growth on almost any soil. Lb. post- paid 25c. Write for prices in quantity. Send orders early. CLOVE BUCKBEE’S SELECTED WHITE—One of the most R, valuable of the clover family, desirable to plant for pasture, extremely useful to sow on lawns e=ther alone or with blue grass, makes the smootnest and most charming surface. When sown alone makes an excellent forage for bees. Choicest stock seed, postpaid, lb. 35c. Write for prices on quantities. BUCKBEE’S LAWN FERTILIZER. _ Lawn grass is a voracious feeder and will not thrive and hold its dark green color and velvety appearance unless it receives a sufficient supply of suitable food. Because so few appreciate this fact is the reason there are so many poor, rusty-looking lawns. Stable manure is unpleasant to handle ill-looking and decidedly odorous, and is aiso full of waste material, and last but not least, it contains weed seeds which are obnoxious and it often takes years to eradicate the weeds. causing an unnecessary amount of labor. Allthese objections are obviated by the use of our Lawn Fertilizer, and if Buckbee’s Lawn Seed is used there is no excuse fora bad lawn. If the lawn is in fair condition, it is only necessary to rake off the dead leaves and grass in the early spring,and scatter broadcast over its surface some of our Lawn Fertilizer with a little of our World’s Fair Mixture over the thin spots and the workisdone. With little care the grass will keep luxuriant throughout the season. The first application of fertilizer should be made early in the spring. Postpaid, lb. 20c. By freight or ex- ress at buyer’s expense,51bs.30c,10 1bs.50c,25 lbs. $1.00, 50 lbs. $1.75, 100 lbs. $3.00. on “‘How to Make a Lawn.” two to four bushels to the acre. superior. » , We Gs MM Wey. ay WAS

( eer, (SS I 61 BUCKBEE’S ALL RELIABLE German, Liebesapfel. French, Tomate. TOMATO SEED; Spanish, Tomate. One ounce of seed for 1,500 plants. 34 pound to transplant for an acre, A New, Bright-Red Variety. One of the most handsome and at- tractive varieties grown; adapted for home use or market; can be shipped in barrels like apples, if picked in early stage of ripen- ing, and will keep from one to four weeks if stored in a cool place. Its Table Qualities are Superb, the flesh when ripe being tender and melting. It Never ots, and is a heavy yielder. You will be surprised at its productiveness and distinctness from all other known sorts. BUCKBEE’S EARLIEST MARKET—A variety bearing fruit which in size, shape, color, solidity, quality compares favorably with the noted later kinds, and by repeated trialsat Rockford Seed Farms and elsewhere have demonstrated that it ripens up a larger por- tion of its crop the earliest of any variety. Earliest Good Jomato. Gardeners and Tomato tanciers will readily see the advantage obtained over their competitors by growing Buckbee’s Earliest Market. Wedo not hesitate to pronounce it the largest, smooth- est, best flavored and highest colored extra early tomato. Vine medium size, leaved just enough to protect the fruit, which is produced in abundant clusters reasonably low down on the stem and ripening altogether. Those who desire a variety of this de- scription, either for family or market purposes, will find this variety what they want. Pkt.10c, 0z.25c,141b.75c,141b.$1.25,1b.$2. ATLANTIC PRIZE—One of the earliest tomatoes grown; vines are very vigorous and strong. Fruit borne in immense clusters, each Vine producing from 80 to 90 fruits. Pkt. 4c, oz, 15c, % lb. 50c, 14 Tb. 8Uc, 1b. $1.50. FAVORITE—Fine medium, having numerous clusters of three to seven large tomatoes of a dark red color; flesh very firm; favor- ite on account of its smooth fruit. Pkt. 8c, oz. 12c, 14 lb. 40c, 14 Yb. 70ce, lb. $1.25. ROYAL RED—Vines strong and vigorous; fruit large, bright red. Pkt. 4c, oz. 12c, 14 1b. 40c. 14 1b. 70c, Ib. $1.25. NEW STONE—Heaviest and most solid fruited of the large toma- toes of good quality ; stock is uniform and large. Pkt. 3c, 0z.12c, 34 Ib. 40c, 14 lb. 70¢, 1b. $1.25. 9 Z Wz : ‘ WZ) Yo an “4 aula” yy, 4 any Y XY AN, uA LG BUCHBEE 5 da WS aa ae SUPPORTING SS Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 41b. 75c, 141b. $1.25, lb. $2.25. Ne SM “ey TOMATOES » Wity C7 Uppy a S=_ 1 HENDERSON’S CRIMSON CUSHION—Another new tomato. Itis an enormous producer and early. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c. IGNOTUM— Very desirable, large, smooth, red tomato; one of the main crop varieties. Pkt. 4c, oz. lie, 41b. 50c,341b. 80c, 1b. $1.50. TROPHY—Fruit large and smooth, of bright red color, solid and good flavor. Pkt. 4c, oz. 12c, 4% lb. 40c, 44 1b. 70c, 1b. $1.30. EARLY ACME—Popular both with market men and consumers. Pkt, 3c, oz. 12c, 14 lb. 40c, 44 1b. 70e, lb. $1.25. LIYINGSTON’S BEAUTY—Tomatoes round, smooth; crimson color, tinged with purple. Pkt.3c, oz. 12c, 1b. 40c, 4¢ lb. 70e, lb. $1.25. BUCKBEE’S DWARF CHAMPION—The fruit very closely resembles the Acme. Pkt.5c, oz. 15c, 4 lb. 50c, 14 lb 80c, Ib. $1.50. LIVINGSTON’S PERFECTION—It is shaped like the Acme; perfectly smooth and blood red in color; heayy cropper. Pkt. 4c, oz. 12c, 1 lb. 40c, 44 lb. 70c, 1b. $1.25 5 THE MIKADO, or TURNER’S HYBRID—Often called Potato Leafed Tomato; ripens early and evenly, free from core; very delicious flavor; skin thick, but tough, and will keep longer in good con- dition than any other; color a rich rea; a vigorous grower. The foliage is distinct from all others, the leaves being entire and not cut. Pkt. 4c, oz. 12c, 4 lb. 40c, 14 1b. 70c, lb $1.25. BUCKEYE STATE—A recent introduction and much liked by all who have tried it. Fruit is uniformly large, solid and ripened to the stem. and it is one of the brightest colors of the large red tomatoes. Pkt. 3c, oz. 12c, 14 Ib. 40c, 4 1b. 70c, lb. $1.25. SELF SUPPORTING TOMATOES. Particular characterized. by their upright growth, and eclipsing al]l others in productiveness. The uniform price of each of the following varieties is pkt. 10c, oz. 35c, 1b. $1.00, 1g1b. $1.75, Ib. $3.00. BUCKBEE’S COUNTY FAIR—This magnificent sort of my own introduction certainly is in the lead of all other tomatoes. Particularly distinguished by their E upright growth, never requiring any support, but always standing up like a tree. In form and color the fruit resembles the Acme; it isalways symmet- rical and attractive in appearance; the skin tough and the flesh solid; ripens well. BUCKBEE’S STATE FAIR—Another self supporting novelty. Foliage resembles Buckbee’s County Fair and might be taken for this variety if it were not for the odor of its beautiful. glossy red fruit, pre- ferred in many localities to the purple or rose colored varieties. Itssize, solidity, productiveness. smooth- ness, flavor of its fruit, etc., is unexcelled either for market, family or shipping. BUCKBEE’S WORLD’S FAIR —Still another wonderful sort, in every way similar to the above varieties, differing only in the color of the fruit, which is of beautiful golden yellow shade, the richest shade by far « et attained by any variety. The superior flavor of the yellow varieties is bringing them into favor as table fruit, and those who think of the yellow tomato as the rough fruit of the old yellow sort will be surprised at this smooth, beautiful sort, it being the best of the red varieties, and of a fine and distinct flavor. SPECIAL OFFER. To enable allto give this Trio of Self Supporting Tomia- toes a trial, I will send One Liberal Package Each of Buck- bee’s County Fair, State Fair and World’s Fair 20 c Tomatoes for only - - - - - - * CD. Yip, 7h BUCKBEE’S ALL RELIABLE TOMATO SEED. BUCKBEE’S GOLDEN PRIZE—1—New golden yellow variety. The} THORBURN’S LONGKEEPER—This choice new variety originated flesh is thick and of extra gor d quality; grows in clusters; pro- duces enormous crops. No matter if you are prejudiced against a yellow sort, this will please you. Pkt. 3c, oz. l5c, 44 1b. d0e, 1¢ lb. 80e, lb. $1.50. HENDERSON’S PONDEROSA, OR NO. 400—2—This grand new variety isa monster of the tomato family, the tomatoes often weighing two or three pounds each, of a rich, bright crimson color and all solid meat, exceptionally free from seeds ; extremely delicious in flavor, whether used raw or cooked; a single tomato is enough for a meal. Very desirable for family and market purposes. Pkt. 5c, 0z. 25c, 4 lb. 7dc. : NEW STRAWBERRY TOMATO—3—I am headquarters for Straw- berry tomato (Golden Husk, or Ground Cherry) seed. This dis- tinct husk tomato is unequalled for canning, preserving and pies. Dried in sugar as raisins or figs, or to use in fruit cake they are unexcelled. They area handsome, golden color, the size of large cherries, enormously productive and will keepif left in husksall winter. They havea strawberry flavor. Pkt. 4c, oz. 25c. OPTIMUS—The best tomato, at least as far as quality is concerned. Vine medium size, but vigorous, healthy, productive. Although not represented as a first early sort, many of our customers report that they have obtained ripe fruit from this as early as any variety. Fruit medium size, oval, very smooth and exceedingly bright, crimson-scarlet color; very free from cracks and never rotting. The flesh is of a crimson-scarletcolor,and quite distinct. Pkt. 3c, oz. 12c, 14 1b. 40c, 14 1b. 70c, 1b. $1.25. NEW IMPERIAL—To use my friend Mr. Halliday’s description: The peer of every known variety, early or late, embracing in itself earliness, form, solidity and every desirable quality that go to make a perfect tomato. As early as Atlantic Prize. As large and smooth ls Ignotum. As solid as Mikado. Resembles Dwarf Champion in color and form. Mr. Halliday (the introducer) claims that so many good qualities were never before embraced in a single variety, and he believes that every market or private gardener will make a mistake if they do not include a package of the New Imperial in their orders. Pkt. 4c, oz. 12c, 14 1b. 40c, 14 1b. 70c, lb. $1.25. BUCKBEE’S NEW TREE—4—Grows on an upright stalk, never re- quires any support, always standing up like a tree; solid, great keeper, very best flavor, making it an ideal variety for family, market and canning. Pkt. 5c,o0z. 20c,141b.75c, 141b.$1.25, 1b.$2,00. BUCKBEE’S SNOWBALL—Grand new variety, pearly white in color and of excellent flavor. Great yielder. Unsurpassed for table, pickling and canning purposes. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c. DWARF ARISTOCRAT—Practically a red variety of the Dwarf Champion. Insize, solidity, productiveness and flavor, it is up to the best standard. It will be found good under glass and for early market out of doors. It may be planted 8x3 feet or even closer. Pkt. 4c, oz. 12c, 14 lb. 40c, 14 1b. 70c, lb. $1.25. PARAGON—A fine variety; quite early; extremely productive. Tomatoes are a beautiful bright red color; of good size, very smooth and exceptionally solid. It will please you. Pkt. 3c, oz. 12c, 4 |b. 40c, 34 1b. 70c, Lb. $1.25. A Packet of Tomato Seed contains from 800 to 1200 seeds or more. MATCHLESS—Well worthy of its name. RED PLUM—6—Resembles a plum in shape. # pounds; this variety is almost seedless. with Mr. Carman, the editor of the Rural New Yorker, and is Indeed a magnificent variety. Color beautiful bright red, large, finest flavor Pkt. 4c, oz. 12c. 44 1b. 40c, 144 1b. 70e, lb. $1.25. In beauty of color and symmetrical form it is without a peer. Very beautiful and ex- tremely desirable. They are entirely free from core, of a rich eardinal red color. Not liable to crack or rot from wet weather. Pkt. 4c, 0z. 15¢, 14 lb. 50e, 14 1b. 80e, lb. $1.50. FINE MIXED HYBRID TOMATO SEED— Something entire.y new and unique—An enthusiastic gardener has for several years past been crossing and recrossing all-sorts of the tomato, both large and small, yellow, white and red, early and late. Every known va- riety has been used—large, smooth, pear shaped, plum shaped, currant, fig, peach, etc. The result is a most interesting mixture of all shapes, color and sizes, from the very largest to the very smallest. The most interesting and satisfactory to plant for the home garden. Everybody will be delighted with the variety and quality of fruit produced. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c. The New Peach Tomatoes. Handsome and delicious, new form and style of tomato. Fruit of uniform size, resembling a peach in shape, size and color, desir- able for eating from the hand. The skinis thin and peels off like that of a peach. f * NEW ROSE PEACH, NEW YELLOW PEACH, (Hach, pkt. 4c, oz. 15c, 14 1b. 50c. NEW PURPLE PEACH, SPECIAL OFFER: One Packet each of the above three kinds for only 10c. New Pear and Plum Tomatoes. YELLOW PEAR—5—Resembles a pear in shape, of attractive bright yellow color. Productive. Sells well on the market. ) Useful for all family purposes. Pkt. 3c, oz. 15c. RED PEAR—Identical to the above, except color is a beautiful reg. shade. Pkt. 8c, oz. 15c. Strikingly handsome in appearance and valuable for all family purposes. Is in demand for preserving,also excellent served raw with pepper and vinegar. Pkt. 3c, oz. 15c. YELLOW PLUM—Identical to the above, except the color is a most beautiful golden yellow. Pkt. 8c, oz. 15c. SPECIAL OFFER: I will send one packet each of the above four varieties of Pear and Plum Tomatoes for only 10c. Z ek S Mansfield Tree, or Mammoth ..-Prize... This is one of the largest tomatoes grown, and possesses every good quality to be found in a tomato. Specimens often weighing three It is a great curiosity, as the vines often attain the height of fifteen feet. The fruit is very highly Sei colored, smooth, and one of the very best table Sy and market sorts known. It will astonish and ‘\Y \\\e! We Wy WY Le Z Peere SSS SS iii: = f a5 ee ET ee a= THE FINEST MARKET AND FAMILY VARIETIES. German, Steckrube. French, Navet. Spanish, Nabo Coman. Swedish, Rofoa. One ounce of seed for 259 feet of drill. Two to three pounds in drills foran acre. This wholesome and agreeable vegetable is most easily affected in its form and flavor by soil. «limate and mode of culture. There are a great many varieties, but I have selected the following as best.for the garden or farm. Sow in drills fourteen inches apart and one-quarter inch deep, or sow broadcast, but in either case be sure and have ground rich and freshly dug. Be careful to weed and thin out, so the young plants will not be checked and injured. Any overcrowding will result in rough and poor flavored fruit. For spring and summer crops it is important to get them started very early so they may have time to grow sufficient size before hot weather, when they soon become tough and strong. For fall and main crop, sow in the Middle and ~Western states from the middle of July to the last of August. as directed forspring sowing. In the field, turnips are generally sown broadcast, though larger crops are obtained by drill cu'ture. To preserve Turnips in good order for winter use, store them in barrels placed along side the wall of a cool cellar, and cover them with sand or turf to keep them fresh. Another method is to put them ina cellar or dry pit, cover with straw and earth to the depth of eight or ten inches. Thus protected they will keep very well until spring. For feeding stock in fall and winter there is nothing superior to Turnips and Ruta Bagas, and they will yield a larger amount of food than almost anything else. on the same space of ground, I cannot to earnestly commend farmers to increase their sowings largely, for no crop will prove more renumerative. BUCKBEE’S RED, or PURPLE TOP STRAP LEAF-—-2—There is| BUCKBEE’S EXTRA EARLY CARDINAL—Greatest Turnip novelty probably a larger amount of seed of this variety sown annually| everoffered. Originaily came from that remote section of Rus- than any other turnip. Asa market variety, without doubt, the sia inhabited by the ‘Cossacks,’ and by chance the original peer ofall. Shape is very well shown in above cut. Hassingle| stock was picked up by my European traveler a few years ago. tap root and a bright purple top; leaves short and narrow, and The original stock was very fine, yet by careful breeding I have grow erect from the bulb. Matures eight or nine weeks from brought this grand novelty to a stage of perfection never before sowing. Pkt. 4c, oz. 6c, 14 1b. 15c, 14 1b. 25c, lb. 40c. reached by any other variety. Buckbee’s Cardinal is a very early NEW WHITE STRAP LEAF—Identical with the above in valuable| ‘variety. of magnificent shape, handsome appearanceand wonder- qualities. Differing only in color, which is a beautiful ivory} ful keeping qualities. Outside skin brilliant cardinal color. white. Pkt. 3c, 0z. 6c, 14 1b. 15c, 1¥ Ib. 25c, lb. 40c. Tender and crisp. Pkt. 5c, oz. 8c, 4% lb. 20c, 14 1b. 35c, 1b. 69e. a : BUCKBEE’S EXTRA EARLY CAMEO— NEW GOLDEN GLOBE—i—Most de Pewter apenas ses] licious ana sweetest of all yellow Another grand acquisition from fleshed turnips; verysuperior for contains from 35vv to 4000 the land of the Czar, identical with SE eke | eee duchabecclor. whith 1s 4 bemeee NEW WHITE EGG 3-_"Thic isieer: | pearl white. By all means include 4 - it in your order. Pkt. 5c, oz. 8c, ¥ tainly one of the very choicest and Ib: 20¢, 1¢ Ib. 35c, lb. 60c z finest varieties; comparatively = ora AS OC Tne: new and producing beautiful ege- shaped roots, with thin, white skin. | lh off = Wy WSs : They are always firm, solid and of AA wee mw Special Offer. \ ; To give all an opportunity of te ting sweet flavor. Pkt 3c, 0z. 6, 4 lb. the superior merits of the ten select 15c, Ib. 25ce, 1b. 40ce. IMPROVED EARLY WHITE FLAT \\ Turnips offered on this page, I will ' send one liberal package of each for DUTCH — Excellent early garden only Twenty-five Cents. (25c) variety and very much used. The roots are of medium size, very flat and the color white. Very early; sweet and tender. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, ¥Y% Ib. 15c, Wg Ib. 25c, lb. 40c. EARLY SIX WEEKS, or SNOW BALL This excellent variety of turnip is very tender and sweet; matures in six weeks from sowing. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 44 lb. 15ce, 1 1b. 25c, lb. 40c. LARGE WHITE GLOBE—A desirable globe shaped variety, valuable for family and market. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 Ib. 1c, 14 1b. 25c, Ib. 40c. EXTRA EARLY PURPLE TOP MILAN The tops of this variety grow very small and are distinctly strap leaved, growing very erect and compact. The roots are small and flat turnip-shaped ; skin purple on ton of the root, clear white below. Flesh white. Most desirable sort for forcing or planting out doors. Pkt. 4c,0z.7¢,1b.18¢, 141b.30c, 1b.50c. BUCKBEE S EXTRA EARLY CARDIN 64 BUCKBEE'S p — A —_ —————————— \“\\\ Wl? KC VEZ we AST ay : Sua, \\\)) WEE SEA WX FG Sj Za: a ND Op A See WOE} a 7, , QSSssy ph) WE, Li =a J i \O x ) « WN QUEERS E 4 Packet of Ruta 2aga i) Seed contains from 2500 to aN) 3000 seeds or more. Are you aware that Ruta Baga, or Swedish Turnips are Among the Most Valuable e Root Crops? . . . . .: 4\n eminent authority on agriculture never made a more truthful statement than when hesaid: ‘‘4s compared with hay at $10 to $15 per ton, L prefer Ruta Bagas at $5 per ton.’? An average yield of twenty to thirty tons to the acre is common. A Blind Man Can See the Profit, Noro is more vatu- able for stock feeding or finds a quicker sale in our markets. If you want to bring quick money returns, Grow Buckbee’s Prize Winning Ruta Bagas. Don’t wait until the last minute before ordering your seed supply and have your seeds on hand for planting when Order Today. the time comes. Sow the seed about a month earlier than the varieties on the preceding page. They should be sown on ground enriched with well-rotted manure, in drills; rows two and one-half feet apart, and thinned to six to eight inches apart in the row. Keep the weeds thoroughly in check with the hoe or cul- tivator, and when the roots have grown full size, and before hard- freezing weather, cut off tops and store in arootcellar or pit. They are sometimes sown broadcast and let take their chances with the weeds and bugs, but this method is only successful on new clearing on which there is no weed seed. BUCKBEE’S GIANT--3—Prize winner everywhere. This magnificent Ruta Baga, which I first offered in 1890, is unquestionably the most profitable of all Swede turnips, as well as the hardiest, heaviest best Shaped and by far the most productive, a yield of 1,000 bushels per acre and over, under careful cultivation, being of frequent occurrence. Bulbs are somewhat oval in shape, slightly oblong and remain sound and good indefinitely. Flesh is of a beautiful yellow color, always sweet, tender, juicy and nutritious. The finest of all Swedes, and a variety that should be sown in preference to all others. Mr. H. R. Kimball writes: ‘“Have used Buckbee’s Giant = Ruta Bagas for a number of years. Find it is the best I have tried. In A A shape, size and uniformity of growth is away ahead of anything else.” | IMPROVED PURPLE TOP YEL LOW—1—This magnificent Swede Pkt. 5c, 02. 8c, 44 lb, 18c, 14 1b. 30c, lb. 50c. is the result of judicious selection; very hardy, productive 3 and nutritious. A large, purple-top, yellow variety. Shape NEW MONARCH OR ELEPHANT—4—The form of this distinct, new L A - 2 I slightly oblong. Produces heavy weight per acre. Sweet Ruta Baga is well shown in the illustration. It is very popular in and good keeper. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 1f lb. 15c, 14 lb. 25c, 1b. 40e. England and is certainly a grand variety; claimed to yield larger | BUCKBEE’S MAMMOTH WHITE RUSSIAN—2—One of the grand- roots and more to an acre than any other sort. Produces large, estsorts. Grows very large with single tap root, small tops oval-shaped roots, with small necks; relatively small tops. Skin} short neck. Strong constitution; certain cropper. Will dark purple above ground, yellow below. Flesh rich, yellow, fine! stand hardest winters. Produces a very heavy weight per grained; of best quality. Is easy to harvest. Can be grownat less acre. Keeps sound ’till late spring. The best Ruta Baga in cost than others. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 1b. 15c, 14 Ib. 25c, lb. 40c. cultivation. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 lb. 18c, 14 1b. 30c, lb. 50c. 65 9 Ihavemade a speciaity for yearsof raising, carefully harvest- UC ee S @ e ld e 0 ing, hand sorting, fire dryiug, curing and preparing for planting @ purposes Buckbee’s Pedigree Seed Corn. I wish to particularly EES emphasize the fact that m'y corn is grown as far north as practical in attaining the highest degree of perfection. Do not be misled by buying cheap, inferior stock, but send direct to the grower, thereby making Sure of yourcrop. I cannot urge you too strongly to order at once, and have your order shipped either by freight or express, thereby Saving excessive charges. Remember that I prepay charges on quarts. Quantities of . 14, 1¢ bu. or more, will be shipped by freight at buyer’s expense. Prices include bags for shipping. I hold that my seed will grow with more vigor, be earlier, return larger crops, and in each and every particular be superior to seed produced elsewhere. These points alone make my seed cheap at couble the price asked. Even so, is it not better to pay a fair figure and know you are right, than take chances on southern and eastern seed as a gift. BUCKBEE’S CO LOSSA L. It is the largest grained corn known. Grains average over half an inch in width. Very prolific, - : stalk bears from one to three ears with positively no barren stocks. Ears are larger than the average, with rows of yellow grain perfectly regular and straight, well filled out at both ends. Cob small, when compared with size of ear,andred. The remarkable feature of the cob is its hardy or woody nature. A load of these cobs used as fuel will burn as long as two from common varieties. The grain is the best for fattening purposes, being very soft and easily masticated by stock, hence a auch larger per cent. is readily assimilated than of other variecies. The intermodes or joints of the plant are very short. Leaves or - blades are very wide, specimens having measured eight inchesin width. Plant does not grow very tall, about nine feet, but is very luxuriant, in fact we are of the opinion that it will out yield in point of fodder all the well-known ensilage sorts. So far we find it out yields all other sorts in point of grain and at the same time produces more fodder than other varieties. This corn was produced by hybridizing a very large type of yellow Dent and the largest obtainable type of Flint, and by careful selection and breeding the flinty nature was discarded and a type fixed. This has taken many years of persistent effort and has resulted in a corn with the largest grain, the largest ear, the hardest cob and the most luxuriant fodder plant existing. Being aluxuriant rapid growerit shades theground early in the season, thus conserving the moisture, enabling it to withstand drought better than any other. In season of maturity it is about the same as the “‘ Leaming,”’ and may be termed a 110 day variety. A peculiar feature of this corn is that the grain is ripe enough to crib while the knob and fodder are yet green. Those who feed the corn plant entire, or use it as silage will appreciate thismerit. Have you decided to change that old worn out stock you have been planting for years, and plant the best new corn in existence —BUCKBEE’S COLOSSAL—this year? Don’t wait. Notwithstanding the scarcity of seed I have decided to place Buckbee’s Colossal on the market at the following low prices; price to one and all as long as my stock seed lasts. By express or freight at buyer’s expense qt. 35c, postpaid; lg bu. 50c, 14 bu. 90c, 4 bu. $1.50, bu. 92.50, 24% bu. $6.00. No charge for bags. BUCKBEE’S EARLY GOLD MINE—After years of careful selection I am able to offer this magnificent variety of field corn,a great improvement over the celebrated Pride of the North. Owing to the care with which it has been grown and selected, it is without a rival on the market, and if anything, iy stock is better this year than last, owing to the careful personal attention i which I have given it. Thisgrandest ofall early varieties Plant Gold Mine generally makes a crop in ninety days or less from time of and Make Money. planting, therefore it can be safely planted up to the middle of June and still make ripe corn about the middle of September. Magnificent yielder, generally having two good sized ears to the stalk, with good sized, long and oily kernels, closely set, small cob well filled out to the end; ofa rich golden color. Postpaid qt. 25c. By freight or express at buyer’s expense, }¢ bu. 30c, 44 bu. 50c, 1¢ bu. 80c, bu. $1.50, 2 bu. $2.75, 10 bu. or more at $1.25 per bu. BUCKBEE’S “GREAT WESTERN” YELLOW DENT—Certainly the earliest, largest yellow Dent corn in existence. In this handsome, new, yellow Dent corn, we certainly havea valuable and long sought for variety, possessing earliness combined with ears of very large size; it is well suited to nearly all climates, being suitable for all soils, grows large ears and is very early. The “Great Western” will yield thirty per cent. more corn than any other variety now in cultivation; frowing, six to eouen feet high bearing large fine ears 9 to 12 inches long and we The Greatest Corn filled to the tip; 16 to18 rowed ears often two inches in for Profit. diameter, with small cob; grains large, long, flat and closely set together, solidly filling the entire surface of the ear; it is deeply dented, and of a golden yellow color. Out shells and out yields all others. After the corn is husked the stalks generally remain in fine growing condition and will make an exceptionally valuable forage crop. Choice stock seed, postpaid, qt. 25c. By freight or express at buyer’s expense, } bu. 30c, 14 bu. 50c, 4 bu. 80c, bu. $1.50, 2 bu. $2.75, 10 bu. or more $1.25 per bushel. BUCKBEE’S “‘GREAT WESTERN” WHITE DENT—A fitting companion to the above most magnificent variety. Is unquestionably the largest grained with a small cob of any white corn everintroduced. Stalks generally bear two good ears each and occasionally three: It yields splendid crops on light soil. It is sure a 5 ecome universally popular throughout the country. A ears are uniform and well filled out, and will make sixty Very Best White -pounds of shelled corn to the bushel. You will make no on Record. mistake in planting this splendid variety of White Dent. ; Choicest stock seed, postpaid, qt. 25c. Byfreight or express, purchaser paying charges, 1g bu. 30¢c, 4 bu. 50c, 4% bu. 80c, bu. $1.50, 2 bu. $2.75, 10 bu. or more$1.25 per bushel. WESTERN YELLOW DENT—Certainly one of the most magnificent varieties. Deep, large grain with small cob; ripens and matures within 100 days of good corn weather. Itisa mammoth yielder, having yielded over 100 bushels of shelled corn to anacre. Choicest stock seed, postpaid, qt. 20c. By freight or express, purchaser paying charges, 3g bu. 25c, 4% bu. 40c, ¢ bu. 70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25, 10 bu. or more $1.00 per bushel. WESTERN WHITE DENT—Of a beautiful pearly white color; 16 to 20 rowed, large grained medium size cob and magnificent large ears. Choicest stock seed, postpaid, qt. 20c. By freight or express, purchaser paying charges, ¢ bu. 25c, 44 bu. 40c, 1¢ bu. 70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25, 10 bu. or more $1.00 per bushel. IMPROVED PRIDE OF THE NORTH, or GOLDENsDENT CORN—Magnificent Dent variety. Generally matures in less than 90 days, from time of planting. The stalk is short and thick and produces two large ears. Choicest stock seed, postpaid, qt.20c. By freight or express, purchaser pay{ng charges, 1 bu. 25c, 14 bu. 40c, 3¢ bu. 70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25, 10 bu. or more at $1.00 per bushel. and low down. always two good 2ars or more to the stalk, bearing twenty rows of deep grains of arich golden color; very small, red cob. It matures reasonably early. Choice stock seed, postpaid, qt. 20c. By freight or express, purchaser paying charges, 3 bu. 25c, 4 bu. 40c, 1¢ bu. 70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25, 10 bu. or more, $1.00 per bushel. BUCKBEE’S GREAT WESTERN DENT. 66 THE NEW LEAMING—Great improvement over original Leaming corn. Ears of good size, Field Corn is Rightly the Reigning King of the Field. NEW WHITE CAP YELLOW DENT—This famous new variety pos- sesses the earliness of the Pride of the North, combined with ears of very large size. One grower says he will guarantee this corn to mature in ninety to ninety-five days after planting and to grow a larger crop on poor soil than any other corn in the world. The handsome grains are of true Dent type, sweet and nutritious. Grows six to seven feet in height; abundant foliage; large, fine ear eight to ten inches long, and well filled to the tip, sixteen to eighteen rowed ears two inches in diameter, with small To All cob; grains large and deep with outer end white dented, balance of grain an amber yellow. Grains flat and set squarely together, filling the entire surface of the ear. Choicest stock seed, postpaid, qt. 20c, By freight or express, purchaser paying charges, lg bu. 25c, 4 bu. 40c, bg bu. 70c, bu. Sl 25. 2 bu. $2 25, 10 bu. or more $1.00 per bu. EXTRA EARLY HURON DENT—This Pent corn will ripen in many northern states, heretofore my customers have only been able to grow the flint varieties; itis really the most valuable extra early corn ever introduced. It is of a bright orange color, has good sized stalk and ear, small red cob, long deep grain, is very rich in oil and starch and is the only smooth, very early Dent corn I know of. Choicest stock seed postpaid, qt. 20c. By freight or express purchasersapaying charges, }¢ bu. 25c, 14 bu. 40c, Wg bu. 7c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25, 10 bu. or more $1.00 per bushel. THE IOWA SILVER MINE—St2}s crows toa neight of about seven or eight feet and sets the ears about three and one-half to four feet from the ground, just the right height for easy picking. Ears measur- ing from ten to twelve inches in lengti and weighing one and one- half pounds are not uncommon. Just think of it 47 ears make a bushel. It isa very hardy variety, and a great drought resister, and summing it all up, it’s the best corn ever introduced. The acme of perfection, unsur- passedand unsurpassable. The iargestear 100-day corn in existence. We challenge eompetition. Don’t fail to tryit. Sendin your orders to us at once before the choic- est stock is sold. The World’s Record broken in 1896 with 215 Bushels per Acre. | The Illinois record broken in 1897 with 166 bushels per acre. At the Illinois State Fair it was awarded First on Yield per Acre, First for Best Bushel, (any color) AND GRAND SWEEPSTAKES FOR BEST CORN IN THE SHOW, winning easily under strong competition. Postpaid, qt. 25c. bu. 35c, 1=4 bu. 50c, 1=2 bu. 80c, 1 bu. $1.50, 2 bu. $2.75. RILEY’S FAVORITE—The originator of this variety says: ‘‘The _ peculiar merit of point of excellency that I claim for its superior feeding quality is the great amount of shell corn tocob. I origi- nated this corn fifteen years ago by hybridizing Golden yellow a very large late corn with Sibley’s Pride of the North, a very ] deep grain early corn. Since that time, each year, I have im- poyed it by the following method: I select a plot containing one- lf an acre, entirely away from any other corn; I supply the soil with the necessary fertility to perfectly develop the corn, then give thorough cultivation. In selecting the seed each year to plant the plot, I have avoided extremes either way, but have selected as my standard ear.one of medium size and from a stalk of medium height,making the special point of selecting assmall a cob as possible.”? Choicest stock seed, postpaid qt. 20c. At pur- -ehaser’s expense, 1¢ bu.25c,14¢bu.40c,%bu.70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu.$2.25. 10 bu. or more, $1.00 per bu. IOWA GOLD MINE —It is early,ripening only a fewdays laterthan _ Pride of the North; ears of good size and a bright golden yellow, grain is very deep, cob small and dries quickly. Choicest stock ae postpaid, qt. 20c. At buyer’s expense, }¢ bu. 25c, *¢ bu. 40c, & e . 70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25, 10 bu. or more, $1.00 per bushel. h KORY KING—-This white field corn has the largest grains, with 1 he smallest cob of any white cornever introduced. Of strong, rous growth; yields splendid crops on light soil, and is un- ubtedly the best white field corn for thesouth. Stock seed, tpaid, qt. 20c. At buyer’s expense, 'y bu. 25c, 14 bu. 40c, % a . 70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25. 10 bu. or more $1.00 per bu. i ’ ae cat eet * “_ Special Low. .. Express and Freight Rates 67 CLARK’S NEW EARLY MASTADON—Callcd by some Maule’s anil Improved Early Mastadon. I quote the introducer’s descriy liom as follows: ‘‘I claim that it is the largest eared early Dent corm ever seen in this section of thecountry. It grows strong, rank, quick and makes the finest appearing shelled corn of them all, it being purely Dent of two shades of white and yellow. To convince your customers that it will ripen with them just say that it was grown within eight miles of Lake Erie.” Choicest seed, postpaid gt. 20c. Points By freight or express, purchaser paying: * charges, }¢ bu. 25c, 44 bu. 40c, bu. 70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.75, 10 bu. or more $1.00 a bu. CHESTER COUNTY MAMMOTH- - Yields under good cultivation from one hundred to one hundred and thirty bushels of shelled corm peracre. Ears are very large, containing fourteen to thirty- two rows of medium sized yellow grains; furnishes a very large amount of fodder, growing twelve to sixteen feet high. Oneof the best yellow varieties for good land in this latitude and the. south, but cannot be relied upon to mature sufficiently early for the north. Choicest stock seed, postpaid qt. 20c. By freight or express purchaser paying charges, 1¢ bu. 25c, 14 bu. 40c, 14 bu. 70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25, 10 bu. or more, $1.00 per bushel. BOONE COUNTY PROLIFIC—Pure white corn; grains deep and thick; well filled out over butt and tip; good yielder. Stock seed postpaid,qt 20c. At purchaser’s expense. 1g bu. 25c, 14 bu. 40c, 1 bu. Tec, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25, 10 bu. or more, $1.00 per bu. NEW EARLY KLONDIK cent extra early varieties ever introduced. It is a natural yielder and is Sure to Mature in 90 Days. If you wish a corn that will mature quick, you can rest assured this variety will please you in every way. Makes a good corn to harvest early in the fall, in order to seed. ground to other grain. It’s the QUICK MONEY CORN, : and it will grow more bushels on poor land than any other variety known. On ordinary ground it yields from 10v to 200 bushels per acre. One of the most magnifi- Sure to Break the World’s Record in 1898 as the Best Early Yellow Corn. Small cob which dries quickly and leaves corn sound and sweet. Ears of good size. Produces an abundance of fodder of fine. quality. . It Stands the Drouth better than any other variety. It husks easily and shells easily. Not prepaid, 1 =8 Its the earliest corn to market and will prove a GOLD MINE TO EVERY PLANTER. Price 30c, qt. postpaid. By express or freight at purchaser’s ex- pense, ¥¢ bu. 40c, 14 bu. 75c, 14 bu. $1.25, bu. $2.00, 2 bu. $3.75. TRUE EXTRA EARLY LARGE YELLOW YANKEE, (Flint*Corn)—The earliest and best known yellow flint variety. Will produce a good crop if planted as late as July: ears large. _Choicest stock seed postpaid, qt. 20c. Atpurchaser’s expense, }¢ bu. 25c, 14 bu. 40c, 14 bu. 70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25 10 bu. or more $1.00 per bu. EXTRA EARLY KING PHILIP —Earliest and best variety of Red Flint Corn, Ripens within 80 days from time of planting. Ears-- large; good yielder. Choicest stock seed, postpaid, qt.20c. At purchaser’s expense, 1g bu. 25c, 14 bu. 40c, 14 bu. 70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25, 10 bu. or more, $1.00 per bu. SWEET OR SUGAR CORN FOR FODDER—This is better than any field corn for green fodder crops, from the fact that it 1s so very sweet and nutritious that cattle will eat every part both of the stalks and leaves. Choicest stock seed, postpaid, qt. 25c. At purchaser’s expense, lgbu. 40c, 14bu. 75c, Ibu. $1.25, bu. $2.00, 2 bu. $2.75, 10 bu. or more, $1.75 per bu. TRUE THOROUGHBRED RURAL WHITE FLINT CORN—This is a well established variety, with uniform characteristics, including early maturity; medium size both of stalk andear. Choicest stock seed, postpaid, qt. 20c. At purchaser’s expense, }¢ bu 25c, Y% bu. 4c, 4% bu. 70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25, 10 bu. or more $1 a bu. BUCKBEE’S GIANT ENSILAGE—Will give the greatest amount of ood fodder. When well grown and properly cured, quite equal in value to good hay. Tosecure the full nutritious value of this - magnificent variety it should be planted in drills. Choice stock seed, postpaid, qt. 20c. At buyer’s expense, gbu. 25e, 14 bu.40c, 1Z bu. 70c, bu. $1.25, 2 bu. $2.25, 10 bu. or more $1.00 per bushel. Y h\ \@ ‘y eA Matt re hl ‘rte vauiulda Claus (atin any a i — = ‘ ———s i SS SS Cit ARs WZ Z Y OY —<——S A ia ba ns HN i\ HA) (nh Al i NN i AA LE a Hens Mua =—— HAMIL. (i MARVELOUS! Many of my customers [& yp report yields of over 200 Ly. |g bushels yer acre by plant- ff = ing Buckbee’s Illinois in 1897—one of them 237 bush- els. Lets make it 250 bush- ifs \Yi els per acre in 1898 Will VSS 4 you be with us? . A | NYS QQ GC @s= MG . XG SN S NK / DEG, GK NS Semel COPYRIGHTED (89+ MAY Seq 8’ H.W.BUCKBEE RQ QK WO OQ RQMYO WW SSS S MOST ASTONISHING AGRICULTURAL WONDER OF THE AGE! Why Not Change Your Seed Oats ? ies cit natercrmer of die aeaictrs sh suey nae ata and up to the times. Let us pull all togetherin 1898 and swell the figures of 1897 bya big majority. To accomplish this all must have the very best planting stock. I have made oat growing a specialty for years, and the results obtained from planting my seed are heralded far and near. Every farmer admits that a greater yield can be produced by planting new varieties and also introducing them into a changed soil. ’ MH Hy This new Oat first offered and introduced by me in 1895, has proved a bonanza to farmers who planted Buckbee Ss Illinois. it. Mr. A. H. Jones, of Sioux City, lowa, reports an avyeragé yield of 146 bushels per acre on a 160 acre field. Have also received thousands of complimentary letters from my customers highly commending it. It opens a new era of profit- able oat growing throughout the country, and is a novelty that stands introduction as a result of several successive seasons successful selection and hybridization. Having particularly noticed by careful experiment that many of the well-known oats were not adapted to the rich soils of the prairies owing to the straw being so weak, it occurred to me that they might be successfully crossed with kinds that have a more vigorous growth of straw. The result is the oat I now offer. Typeis wellfixed. Grain large and weighty. Straw very heavy and of good length. Extremely early. Pamniclesare large and open. Remember that I control the entire stock of this oat novelty. Have you decided to change that old worn out stock you have been planting 1or years? Sow the best variety in existence, ‘‘BUCKBEE’S ILLINOIS.” I would caution intended buyers to order early as my stock is limited. My price to one and all as longas my stock seed lasts will be quart, postpaid, 25c. At buyer’s expense, lg bu. 25c, 14 bu. 40c, 4¢ bu. 70c, bu. $1.25, 10 bu. $11.U0, 100 bu. or more, $1.00 a bu. NEW SILVER MINE—A beautiful white oat, perfect in growth,| THE NEW LINCOLN—First introduced in 1893. Has stood the test vigor and yield. The straw is heavy and strong and stands up exceedingly well and proved to be an excellent variety. The well. Heads compact, often measuring 10 to 12 inches in length.| following are a few points of excellence: It is very productive, Try some new seed each year and as soon as youcan see an im- provement, discard the old and work up a stock of thenew. Qt. postpaid, 20c. At buyer’s expense, 14 bu. 35c, 1¢ bu. 60c, bu. $1.00, 10 bu. $8.00. : SUNOL, the Great New Race Horse Oat—This grand new variety can be recommended withconfidence. Very prolific, extremely hardy, makes a strong stool, grows with vigorandrapidity. The straw, which is heavy and strong, stands well. Heads compact, grain heavy, large andplump. Choiceststockseed. Postpaid, qt. 20c. At buyer’s expense, 44 bu. 35c, 1¢ bu. 60c, bu. $1.00, 10 bu. $7.50. having in all instances yielded more to the acre than any of the | standard varieties. In one case it yielded 174 bushels froma single bushel of seed. Very early and has thus far proved itself | rust-proof. Stands up remarkably well. On account of its thin | hull, heavy meat and soft nib, it is desirable variety for feeding, | for oat meal or grinding purposes it is exceptionally valuable. Choicest stock seed. Qt. postpaid, 20c. By express or freight | at buyer’s expense, 14 bu. 25c, 4¢ bu. 40c, bu. 65c, 2 bu. $1.20, 10 bu. for only $4.75. Like its great namesake ‘* Lincoln,” it has proven a leader everywhere. 4 I can also supply the following well known varieties, which are too well known to require extended description, at the uni- form price of: Postpaid, Qt. 20c. At buyer’s expense 4 bu. 25c, 4¢ bu. 40c, bu. 65c, 2 bu. $1.20. 10 bu. for only $4.75. WHITE BELGIAN, WHITE SWEDE, BLACK PROLIFIC, WHITE SUPERIOR SCOTCH, WHITE SCHONEN, BADGER QUEEN, WHITE BONANZA, WELCOME, IMPROVED WHITE RUSSIAN, - GREAT NORTHERN. di ; ee.) Si 2 eo A PAGE OF THOROUGHBRED FIELD SEEDS. RY p ——- Figs JERUSALEM CORN. 4.™ ° Forage Plant. (See Cut.) Introduced from Pales- tine by a Missionary. One of the surest of all forage plants for dry countries and sea- sons. Grows 4 to 5 feet high, produces many large heads well filled with a valua- ble grain for stock and chicken feed. Choic- est stock seed, postpaid, 1b. 25c. By freight or express at buyer’s expense, }gbu. 35c, \% bu. 65c. : BRAZILIAN FLOUR CORN A grand stooling sort; each | ¢ kernel produces several stalks, each stalk bears two to three beautiful white ears which make a flour equal to wheat. It produces an immense amount of fodder for feeding stock. Choicest stock seed, postpaid, lb. 25c. By freight or ex- ess at buyer’s expense, 1g bu. 35c, ¥4 bu. ic. KAFFIR CORN A valuable spe- } aS * cies of nonsach- arine sorghum, which produces a wonderful |amount of grain and fodder. Choicest stock seed postpaid, lb. 25c. By freight or express ||at buyer’s expense lg bu. 35c, 4 bu. 65c. MI LLO MAIZE. for feeding. The | |grain is nice to feedfowlsand stock. Choic- , |est stock seed, postpaid, lb. 25c. By freight .|Or express at buyer’s expense, }¢ bu. 35c, 14 bu. 65c. Excellent plant om Ct ae ae a OTH RUSSIAN SUNFLOWER. >) Buckbee’s Giant BUCKWH EAT, Japanese —The greatest buckwheat in the world. Has all the valuable characteristics of the Japa- nese buckwheat, and in addition is earlier and will yield at least 44 more per acre. Don’t fail to include this in your order. Postpaid, lb. 20c. At buyer’s expense by freight or express 1l¢ bu. 25c, 14 bu. 40c, 44 bu. 60c, bu. $1.00. Write for special prices in large quantities. ri LLET Buckbee’s California Beauty. » The greatest of all the Millet family. It is remarkably luxuriant. The growth is rapid, and hay cut therefrom of unusual superior quality. It is good for five tons of hay per acre on good soil. Best quality choicest stock seed. Lb., postpaid, 25c. At buyer’s expense, 1g bu. 30c, 14 bu. 50c, 14 bu. 80c, bu. $1.50, 5 bu. $7.00. MILLET Golden — One of the best 9 varieties. Quick growing and will produce an immense amount of val- uable fodder. It makes the best of hay. Postpaid, lb. 20c. At buyer’s expense by express or freight, 14 bu.25c,1g bu.40c, bu. 75c. HUNGARIAN GRASS. Y2" able hay for stock raisers, and yieldsa good supply. It should be cut when in bloom and the fibre will not be too woody for feeding stock. Postpaid, lb, 20c. At buyer’s ex- pense, lg bu. 25c, 14 bu. 40c, 14 bu. 70c, bu. $1.25, 5 bu. $6.00. TIMOTHY Buckbee’s Reliable. This 9 grass is most commonly cultivated for hay, and for that purpose probably surpasses all other grasses in cul- tivation. It makes the best hay for horses and market on the entire list and being early, the grass is well adapted for spring graizing. It isa perennial, and if meadow is kept in good fertility by surface dressing it will bear crops indefinitely. Postpaid, lb. 20c. At buyer’s expense, }¢ bu. 35c, 14 bu. 65c, bu. $1.90. LOOK! Farmers and Planters who require large quan- tities of field seeds, please mail me a list of your actual require- ments and I will take pleasure in making you Special Prices. SUGAR CANE Early Amber. This 9 variety is suc- cessfully grown in our extreme northern latitudes. It may beplanted as late as the 25th of June, and will be ripe enough to manufacture in September. Three to four pounds are’required per acre. Postpaid, lb. 20e, At buyer’s expense, by freight or ex- pres, 1g bu. 25c, 14 bu. 40c, 14 bu. 75c, bu. $1.25. SUGAR CANE Early Orange. An 9 exceedingly val- uable variety, very large, of strong and vigorous habit and does not fall down. It is early and often produces as much as 240 gallons of beautifully colored and highly flavored syrup to the acre. Postpaid, lb. 20c. At buyer’s expense by freight or ex- press, 1g bu.25c,4bu.40c, 14 bu. 75c, bu. $1.25. Mammoth Rus- SUNFLOWER, sian. The Singic heads measure 22 inches in diameter and contain a large quantity of seed, which is highly valued by all farmers and breeders who have tried it, asan excellent and cheap food for fuwls. They fatten well on it and attain a bright, lustrous plumage and strong healthy condition better than on almost any other food. It can be raised cheaper than corn. The stalks when dry make a good bonfire, while the seed heads with seed in, make a better fire than the best hard coal. Four quarts seed will plant anacre. Post- paid, 0z.5¢,lb.20c. By freight or express at -buyer’s expense, bu.40c,14bu.70c, bu. $2.50. 69 BROOr CORN Buckbee’s Im- 9» proved Evergreen. The best variety for general cultivation on account of color and quality of brush. It ripens early. Grows about eight to ten feet high. Brush good length, fine and straight. Postpaid, lb. 20c. By express or freight at puichaser’s expense, 1g bu. 35c, 14 bu. 60c, Vy bu. $1.00, bu. $1.75, 2 bu. $3.00. tands @ ORCHARD GRASS. arouth well and grows vigorously in the shade of trees and thrives well in poor soil. Sow at the rate of three bushels per acre. Post- paid 25c. By express or freight at buyer’s expense, 14 bu. 75c, bu. $2.00. . CLOVERS. PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Write for Samples and Special Prices when you are in the market to buy in large quantities. I CAN SAVE YOU MONEY ON EVERY DEAL. CRIMSON OR SCARLET. Highly recommended for improvement of the soil, and is one of the best for hay and forage. Can be sown at any time during summer. Postpaid, lb. 20c. At buyer’s expense, by freight or express, 1g bu. 70c, yy bu. $1.20, 1¢ bu. $2.20, bu. $3.90. Hardy, fine for pastures, ALSIKE. sweet, and makes grand honey. Postpaid, lb. 20c. At buyer’s ex- pense, by freight or express, lg bu. 90c, 14 bu. $1.70, 14 bu. $3.20, bu. $5.40. The standard MEDIUM RED. sort for forage and pasture. Postpaid, lb. 20c. At buy- er’s expense, by freight or express, lg bu. 90c, 14 bu. $1.65, 1¢ bu. $2.90, bu. $5.40. Nearly MAMMOTH RED « identical to above, except that it grows larger. Post- paid, lb. 20c. At buyer’s expense, by freight or express, 1¢ bu. 90c, 14 bu. $1.65, 14 bu, $2.90, bu. $5.40. ALFALFA OR LUCERNE Fine forage for high, dry soil. It roots deep. Postpaid, lb. 20c. At buyer’s ex- pense, by freight or express, 1g bu. 5c, 1¢ bu. $1.40, 1g bu. $2.60, bu. $5.00, 7 CLOVER—ALFALFA OR LUCERNE. FERTILIZERS. 200 Ibs |) BUCKBEE’S COMMERCIAL BRANDS. It gives me pleasure to say that I have made special arrangements CHALLE NGE } with the manufacturers to prepare for use the following high quality | CORN ye} Fertilizers at the wonderfully low figures ee below a 260 lbs. 1 Bit 2 Ds. ~ GROWER | Buckbee’s Western Fertilizer............-:00-0+: $375 $17 00 $32 00 HWBUCKBEE SupersPhosphate ved... cui-foc-Lhidee pres oe biel tele ple 3 00 14 00 27 00 : Buckbee’s Potato Grower.....cccccc. cece veccccce 325 1550 30 00) ROA GORD: | High Grade Truck Bianunose: Woe Ae wit whe. 5.00 2200 42 00 oS Pure: Bone:Meal go 72h pechiis edsiex os aoe «a8 Cee 350 1600 82 00 Prairie: Phos phaerines «sip sieves nieve ain'oly olo(en/als = sale's\e 275 18300 200 Buckbee’s Celery Grower........ceccecsescssnces 325 1550 30 00 Challenge'Corn Gorwer..2 cite cee els 13 00 1400 27 00 NOTI:i E—Special Fertilizers Catalogue mailed Free upon application. WRITE FOR SPEOIAL PRICES IN LARGE LOTS. { have been able to get a special low freight rate to every partofthe U.S. I quote the above shipped by freight or express at buyer’s expense. Prices fluctuate. HAMMOND’S SLUG SHOT. Guaranteed to destroy Potato Bugs and those on Toma- toes and Egg Plants, Currant Worms, Cabbage Lice and Worms, Fleas, Beetles and Striped Bugs on Melons, Tur- nips, Beets, Onions, etc. Alsoa preventitive of the rose bug and cut worm. Use in the morning while the dewis on. Lb. postpaid, 15c. Express or freight at buyer’s ex- pense, 5 lbs. 30c, 10 lbs. 50z, 100 lbs. $4.25, 1000 lbs. $40.00. TRADE MARK. The latest, simplest and best weeder; it is equaled by none, superior to all. It combines both the rake and the hoe, is the most service> able, durable and most perfect weeder on the market. Manufacturers guarantee every weeder to give satisfaction to purchaser or refund the money. You will find that it will please you in every way. Price, postpaid, 400, ee not prepaid 30c each. =n EARTH - PREPAID ‘| Special Wholesale Bulk Price List of Beans, Sweet Corn and Peas. For Market Gardeners and other Large Buyers at the following Prices. We make no Charge for sacking or boxing and deliver to express or freight office, the purchaser ‘to pay transportation charges upon arrival. SEEDS BY MAIL. If you want anything sent by mail, postage at SWEET CORN _ SELECTED a the rate cf 10c per pound, or 15c per quart must be added to prices t. %bnu. 4bu. sabi a. bu. sonny custbsiacacthae Sud. Coe ee 198 -00 § .80 $1.40 2.50 iE pate? 2.50 iy named on pages 70 and 71. Ballard’s Early Chicago Market 50 180 1.40 BEANS. Early Crosby ? z : 3 ‘50.80 1.40 at. “bu. 4bu. *bu. bw | Extra Early Vermont... ee 15 50:80 140 Early Royal Dwarf Kidney.............0.... 2122s 10 $ #2 $ ren $1.10 $2.00} Stabler’s Early... 1 05 ©9350 80 Sag Improved Large White Marrow ..-10 ‘ 1.10 2.00] Early Adams, or Burlington... eee 15.50 .80 1.40 Improved White Nayy......... ....... -.10 3 “60 1.40 2.00| Shaker’s Large early, a atise oS auc, desc cce te en et 15.50 .80 1.40 Early China Red Eye.................. ... 15.50 .90 1.75 3.25/ Rockford Market_. 15 50 80 1.40 Improved Long Yellow Six Weeks.. 415119850109290" 11-75'93/25'| Harly:Marbleheadse=) Wake ek 5 me wee 15 .50 = .80 1.40 EOF We) 1s Ko) 1 6h 9 - smoother, with the sharp sold. It will weara By points down in order to cut | jife time My Price and level the surface, the only $7 FOmuSientd tooth with sheared end postal 2 today lone down, being less liable to complete Planet Jr injure young plants when Catalogue, giving $2 smoothing over corn, pota- ts a4 (op eo) ¥ toes,etc. For close work description and spe ry 7 cial prices of all such machines. every other tooth can be removed. Price, only $4.25. 73 SELECT LIST OF FLOWER SEEDS. The ordinary grades of flower seeds, 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 else. Seed of high quality canbe produced only by thorough, careful, painstaking and expensive methods. We do not offer our customers the ordinarily commercial grades of seed. 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 grow and offer but a limited number of varieties—only those which are of the greatest merit and sure to give satisfaction everywhere. The very best varieties bred up to an unequal mark of perfection, has made our seeds known the world over as the finest to be had. A visit to our Rockford Seed Farms during the summer months will convince anyone of their superiority. FOR ORNAMENTAL AND USEFUL CLIMBERS—‘ee pages 90 to 95 inclusive. FOR FLOWER SEEDS FOR WINDOW AND GREENHOUSE CULTURE —See pages 96 to 98 inclusive. FOR THE CREAM OF HARDY PERENNIALS-—‘ee pages 99 to 102 inclusive. FOR EVERLASTING FLOWERS AND ORNAMENTAL GRASSES—‘See page 103. dependent on this class of flowers known as Annuals, which are grown ANNUALS For the bestsummer displaythe garden is d Enc 1 ‘ =“from seed sown every Spring. 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 have for years carefully grown tested and selected, to a certain extent. sorts which possessed superior merits. The list here presented is the result of our labors. 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, Phloxés, 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 right kinds. [ ; CULTURE- As arule annuals may be sown in the 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 frost is over. g : 1 i Do not grow the plants too thick. Keep the weeds down and the surface of the soil well stirred with a hoe or rake during the summer, Very pretty effects are produced by massing different colors. desirable. especially if the weather is dry. A rather light and moderately rich soil, thoroughly spaded, is most Straight or circularrows of different colors side by side are effective. Yet in Asters, Phloxes, Poppies, Zinnias, Verbenas, etc., a mixture of all colors is always showy and pieasing. Charming and beautiful trailing plant for vase ABRONIA. and rock work; pretty for beds. Bears large trusses of Verbena-like, sweet scented, rosy lilac flowers. Pkt. 4c. ADONIS Often called ‘‘Pheasant’s Eye.” Very hardy ° annual of easy growth. Nice for beds and bord- ers. Flowers freely. Foliage graceful and feathery. Pkt. 3c. AGERAT Uri Very profuse and constant bloomers. * Hardy annuals growing from six to sixteen inches high and bearing clusters of round tassel shaped blossoms; excellent for cut flowers and in borders. Best Mixed, pkt. 3c. AGROST ErMrA This flower is the favorite annual for * beds and borders, with showy flowers, borne freely. ‘They are popularly known as the ‘Crown of the Field,” ‘‘Rose of Heaven,” ‘‘Flos Jovis’”’ and ‘‘Rose Champion.” Finest mixed. Pkt. 2c. ALONSOA Often called ‘‘Mask Flower.’ It is constant- ° ly covered with beautiful flowers throughout the season. They make very nice plants for the house in the winter if taken up in the fall. Finest mixed, pkt. 2c. ALLIUI1 —2—You should not fail ordering this beautiful * new and very rare variety, magnificently grand to an unlimited degree, constantly covered with large numbers of exquisitely beautiful flowers, which are exceptionally valuable for bouquet work. THE BRIDE—Don’t fail to try it. PEt. 8c. ANTIRRHINUM OR SNAP DRAGON. —6—See page 101. Very easily grown. ALYSSUI1. —1—tThe plants are very dwarf; each spreads so as to completely cover a circular space 12 to 20 inches in diameter. They soon become one mass of white, re- maining in full bloom from spring ’till killed by the frost in the fall—being densely studded with beautiful minature spikes of deliciously fragrant flowers. Very useful for bouquets. LITTLE GEM—Pkt. 150 seeds, 4c. SWEET—Pkt. 200 seeds, 3c. AITA RANTH US —5—Beautiful foliage plants, invalu- * able for massing where striking con- trasts in colorare desired. Succeed best on light fairly ricn soil. Seeds may be sown out of doors after settled warm weather. Choice mixed, pkt. 75 seeds, 3c. ASPERULA This is one of the most popular of pretty * annuals. The plantis of ahandsome, dwarf growth, and very much admired for its exquisite beauty for bed- ding purposes, ete. Itis also noted for its profusion of flowers. Choicest mixed, pkt. 2c. ANCHUSA —3—A hardy annual of more than ordinary * beauty. Itgrows about two feet high, branch- ing freely and bearing a profusion of the most lovely flowers, similar in all respects to the Forget-me-not, though the blooms are much larger and of finer color. Its color is of a deep, clear, brilliant blue with a pure white eye; one of the rarest and most lovely shades of that color. It blooms early and continues all summer. Pkt. 100 seeds, 3c. AN EFMOoNn E +4—Among the earliest and brightest of spring “flowers. The colors run through several Hardy annual. Fine mixed, pkt. ic. shades. WON is $y 1 le \\ ia La), (i r Kia Nab s gD (SShyun | bet eh S yj aa we Sue a a a . Roy | tt .. SOND A Ly oo WANN mn <2 = WY NY MOAN Dewy’ Wr yin DW, s Co \As PYRIGHTED py H.W.BUCKE CS = | GRAND AND POPULAR STATELY FAVORI This beautiful flower is being constantly improved, and is now one of the most desirable and effective of our garden beauties. a bedder it is beyond description, and large beds of these lovely flowers greet you almost everywhere. Indispensable for cut flowers, fine as pot plants and alike desirable to show at fairs and exhibitions. My List Contains the Cream of the Up=to=Date Varieties. P WAY aes Ing A. A Packet of Aster Seed contains from 75 0 200 seeds. ES. AS - /BUCKBEE’S SNOWBALL—4—Maenificent and exceedingly dwarf, | compact growing Aster. Never exceedsteninchesin height. It is decidedly the handsomest pure white Aster ever introduced. In habit it is very bushy, each plant bearing thirty or more beau- tifully formed and exceedingly large and perfectly double flow- ers, almost completely hiding the foliage. Formassing, bedding, bordering, and more particularly for pot culture, this Aster is most admirably adapted. Besureandtryit. Pkt. 10c. IBUCKBEE’S FIRE KING—A pleasing companion to *‘‘ Buckbee’s Snowball.” Dwarf variety. The individual flowers areoflarge size and of most faultless form. The color is distinctly rich and gorgeous, flowers when first opening being a pure scarlet, but when fully expanded change to a handsome satiny deep scarlet, | presenting a most charming appearance. Pkt. 10c. ‘THE NEW YELLOW ASTER—After the many vain attempts of | years past a yellow Aster has really been produced. Just how far ‘‘ Nature has been made more beautiful thereby ”’ we leave to the individual judgment of each planter, being sure that many will welcome the unexpected novelty ofayellow Aster. The form of the double flower is a perfect ball; the quills are close together and of the brightest sulphur yellow, not a mere indication of the SPECIAL OFFER. For Only $1.50 I will send Postpaid One Liberal Packet Each of the Asters offered on this page. color, as in all former productions. Flowers borne on long, erect stems, excellent for cutting. From twelve to fifteen inches high, | compact, bushy growth, an abundant bloomer. Pkt. 8c. 'NEW AMERICAN ASTER (Mary Semple)—This is an American nov- elty of unusual merit—sure to become popular even in Germany. Grown at Rockford Seed Farms it attracted much attention when in full flower during August and September. It grows two feet high, and owing to its free branching habit,each plant should be allowed sufficient space for its full development. Very soft but deep shade of rosy blush. Flowers are borne upon stems twelve | inches long, and most desirable for cutting. Trulyagem. Pkt. 8c. }HARLEQUIN—Very odd and attractive new variety. A constant | bloomer, handsome double flowers, composed of pure white petals quaintly interspersed in irregular manner. with deep blue and bright red markings. Height twelve inches. Pkt. 8c. NEW WHITE BRANCHING—The magnificent large, double white, rers quite four inches in diameter, are borne upon long stems, hem excellent for cutting. It is quite different in sev- pects from any Aster known, and it is only necessary 2 character of the plant should be known to make it a ‘with amateurs and florists. Height eighteen inches. 02, TC, OZ. $2.508 | Flee ' } ARE—Mixed. A noyel dwarf variety six inches high. _ Fine coloring, large globular flowers. Pkt. 8c. QUEEN OF THE MARKET— A class of Asters characterized by ex- treme earliness and the profusion of their flowers. Plants aver. age one foot in height, are much branched and carry ten to fif- teen large flowers. Pkt. dc, 14 02. 30c, 0z. $1.00, NEW DIAMOND—Mixed. Has large double flowers of rich and var- ied colors. Height eighteen inches. ‘Pkt 8c, 14.02. 75c, oz. $2.50. WASHINGTON—Mixed. Flowers are very large and often measure four to six inches in diameter. Height two feet. Pkt. 8c. DWARF CHRYSANTHEMUM—Mixed. Flowers about three inches in diameter. Height one foot. Pkt. 8c, 14 oz. 50c, oz. $1.50. IMBRICATED POMPON—Mixed. Of perfect form and so double as to appear spherical. Eighteen inches high. Pkt. 8c. GERMAN QUILLED—Mixed. Flowers large, freely produced and of brilliant colors. Eighteen inches high. Pkt. 8c, oz. 40c. COCORDEAU or CROWN—Mixed. An excellent variety. Flowers fine. Height two feet. Pkt. 8c, 4 02. 50c, oz. $1.50. Buckbee’s Improved Victoria Asters. 1 Magnificent class, flowers massive and showy, measuring over four'inches across. The plants grow very evenly, about eighteen inches high and carry frequently over fifty flowers. CHOICEST MIXED—PEt. 5c, 14 oz. 50c, oz. $1.50. Snow White Dark Crimson Peach Blossom Rich Purple Flesh Color Pkt. 6c, 14% 0z. 60c, oz. $2.00. Truffaut’s Pzony Flowered Perfection. 2 Certainly one of the most perfect and deservedly popular As ters. Very double, large and beautiful. Height eighteen inches FINEST MIXED—Pkt. 5c, 14 oz. 50c, oz. $1.75. _ Bright Red Clear White Violet Peach Blossom White turning to Azure Blue Pkt. 7c, 1% 0z. 75c, oz. $2.50. New Giant Comet Asters. 3 This distinct class of Asters resembles very much the Japan Chrysanthemum in size of flowers. Extremely floriferous. FINES1 MIXED—Pkt. 6c, 1/ oz. 75c, 02. $2.50. Pure White Clear Carmine Lilac, bordered White Light Blue Bright Rose Pkt. 8c; 14 02. $1.00, 02. $3.00. BUCKBEE’S SUPERB MIXED—The choicest and most varied strains of Asters ever offered. Pkt. 5c, 14 oz. 50c, oz. $1.50. FINE MIXED—A splendid collection of leading types of this won- derful flower in choicemixture. Pkt. 3c. 14 02. 20c, oz. 60c. From WILLIAM OTT, Hinckley, [inois: “Was very much pleased with the seed I got from you last year. trust to have as good success this season.’’ wi 6) qi I ip s Packet ——— cE CULTURE. The Balsain, commonly known as Lady Slipper, iso of success. They also make a beautiful pot plant. Do not devote your growing headquarters, thereby making sure of the best. APOLLO—3—Gorgeous yet refined variety. Flowers,large, double and of perfect shape, beautifully and minutely spotted and streaked. Grand forallpurposes. Neverfailstoplease. Pkt. 8c. DIANA—Exquisite variety in every way. Flowers very large. double and handsomely formed, of the most delicate shades of | SPECIAL OFFER. For Only 50 Cents I will send One Liberal Package Each of the Following Eleven Varieties of Prize Balsams. flesh color, beautiful beyond imagination. A delightful variety for every use, sure to give you untold satisfaction. Pkt. 6c. FAIRY QUEEN—5—F lowers pure snowy white, large, double and perfect. A great favorite with florists, and one of the most pro- fuse bloomers, the plants being loaded with hundreds of delight- ful blossoms throughout the season. It makes a beautiful pot plant as well as the grandest of all bedders. Pkt. 8c. MARS—i—An almost dazzling brilliancy of a rich, glowing scarlet color that catches every eye. Flowers strikingly large, hand- some finely formed. Perfectly exquisite for all purposes. Pkt. 6c. MERCURY—An elegant variety of the softest lemon color imagin- able. This is an entirely new shade in this class of plants, and | is much admired. A very beautiful flower, as double and per- | fect as a Camelia, and as large as a good sized rose. Pkt. 6c. BACHELOR’S BUTTON. (Centaurea Cyanus.) Also known as ‘** Ragged Sailor,” ‘““Corn Flower” and ‘‘ Blue Bottle.’’ It is a great beauty, the national ~ flower of Germany and a great favor- ite in the old coun- try. Uniquelittle plant, forming a dense mass of fol- iage, over which are borne many lovely blue blos- soms beautifully fringed and serra- ted. Hardy annual 2 to 8 feet high. Pkt. 50 seeds 4c. MR. HORACE E. Mo.: ‘‘The seed best of satisfaction. Seed contains from 50 100 to seeds. a — Sa | | B tit | | l l early under glass, or sown in open ground as soon as weather is nicely settled. when plants are lurge enough to transplant they should have plenty of room, at least eighteen inches apart each way. LA of Balsam |Z = YF Seed should be started A very rich soil is notabsolutely necessary, but A little attention and you are sure Secure your seed direct from the ne of the mosteasily grown of all.garden annuals. time or room to uncertain cheap strains. JUPITER—2—Superb color, glowing crimson; grand beyond des- cription. Flowers large and very beautifully double. A strong and vigorous grower continually in flower throughout the sum- mer until frost comes. Don’t fail to include this grand variety in your selection. Pkt. 8c. NEPTUNE—4—A great favorite with everyone. Flowers gayly striped, streaked and spotted, yet so exquisitely soft and lovely are the blendings that it seems perfection. The flowers are of great substance and durability, often exceeding two inches across, and as double as rosettes. Very uniform and a constant bloomer. Choicest shades mixed. Pkt. 6c. SATURN—A grand and magnificent sort, clear frosted white, flaked and striped with rosy purple or scarlet, resembling to a marked degree our old favorite, the Carnation. Showy in the garden and beautiful for pots. Includeitin yourorder. Pkt. 6c. VENUS—F lowers suffused with a soft shade of delightful lilac. Blossoms large, double and of beautiful shape, resembling an exquisitely formed Tea Rose bud. Incolorit is one of the most delicate and lovely of all Balsams. Very beautiful. Pkt. 6c. SPLENDID MIXED—No finer mixture obtainable, comprised of the above grandest of all varieties of Balsams,anda choice selection of numerous hybrid sorts. Pkt. 25 seeds 5c, ¥ oz. 30c, oz. $1.00. GOOD MIXED—Tkis mixture is comprised of the standard sorts Pkt. 25 seeds 8c, 14 oz. 15c, oz. 50c. and wil) give good results. 'BARTONIA A very pretty and showy annual, with the greatest profu- sion of white and golden flowers of a § large size. Leaves downy and thistle- like; flowers meas- f ure 2 inches or more across, expanding in the evening; very fragrant. Will do well inany situation standing dry season well. Tender an- nual, one foot high. Choice mixed pkt.4c. MORGAN, Dadeville, you sent me gave the ” 76 i p i pe BETA. Most effective bed- ding plant, producing large leaves of beauti- ful color. Frost does not kill them, only @coloring them the more prettily, which, until covered with snow, are objects of great beauty. Besure to try this wonderful bedding plant this season. Pkt. 5c. BRACHYCOME | (Swan River Daisy. = =O r- a Spee. Free flowering, and SECRADES dwarf-growing, cov- BETA. ered with a profusion | of Cineraria-like Howers. Suitable for edging and small beds or pot culture. Blossoms are daisy-like in appearance, blue and white contrasting beautifully. Fine forcutting. Give ita trial. Hardy annual. Choicest mixed. Pkt. 4c. BROWALLIA. Beautiful free blooming annual. It is often called ‘‘ Amethyst.” One of the favorite profuse blooming bedding plants, covered with rich, beautiful winged blue or white flowers during the summer and autumn months. It grows freely in any rich soil; blooms finely in the winterif sown in August. Sure to astonish and please you. Height eighteen inches. Splendid mixed pkt. 2c. CHINESE LANTERN PLANT. (Physalis Franchetti.) The plant produces numerous, large, inflated husks, much the shape of Chinese lanterns; at first a beau- tiful green color, changing to a yellowish hue and then to brightest scarlet, and‘as they hang suspended among the green foli- age they present a most noveland strikingly beautiful appearance. Branches cut and | dried retain their rich and brilliant color, and make most beautiful winter bouquets when used with dried grasses or leaves. The plant grows from one and one-half to two feet in height. Treated like a tomato it grows and fruits freely from seed the first season, yet the plants are perennial and may be wintered in the cellar or grown in pots as a window plant. Pkt. 30 seeds, 4 cents. Burning Bush. A very pretty and showy garden plant, forming a very fine shaped bush about two and a half feet high. The foliage is beau- tiful and lemon-scented. The flowers are very curious. borne in long spikes during June and July, and exceedingly fragrant. An interesting and curious feature of this plant is that the vapor given off on a warm eyening, if ignited produces a bright flash. Do not fail to try it, as it will give you entire satisfaction and please and Easily grown. astonish everyone. Hardy perennial. Pkt. 5c. CANNA. We & 3) ial One of the most popular of bedding plants, while even single specimens are most attractive in the garden. They will bloom the first year from seed. Soak in water over night be- fore you plant. Sow singly in small pots as soon as convenient » and grow as rapidly aspossible. The roots cau be kept in the cellar over winter and each clump gives six to eight good roots oy following spring. CROZY’S HYBRIDS— Very beautiful. If started in heat in Feb- ruary will bloom in August. Pkt. 5c. FINE MIXED. — A fine mixture. Pkt. 3c. A packet of Canna Seed ff contains 15 or more seeds. |* y Fi \ CANNA-CROZY’S HYBRIDS. CALENDULA The name of this flower is derived from the fact that it will bloom every calendar month of ~ the year. Ifseedis§ sown early in the open ground plants will be in bloom by June, and will blos- som _ continuously until after severe frosts. It is alsoa very late pot plant, and for winter, es- pecially for cold rooms. Its large, double bloom is always welcome. Finest mixed colors. Pkt. 75 seeds 4c. CACALIA. Commonly called, “Tassel Flower.’? Fine for bedding or borders. include this in your collection. Mixed pkt 2c. CALENDULA. Be sure and Ss GG, SN CALLIOPSIS or COREOPSIS. This is oneof our brightest, cheeriest an- nuals, and as easy to grow as any weed. Sow in open ground quite early and thin to six inchesapart. Plants grow rapidly, and LS Pte are soon a mass of bloom. The myriads of (CIs Oe e pretty gay flowers, poised on the long foot 7 i( stalks above the foliage, makes a mass or bed of these a dazzling sight. The flowers are particularly fine for bouquets and they should be cut freely, as by doing it the period of blooming is prolonged. Be sure to try this grand plant in your garden. Mixed colors. Pkt. 200 seeds 3c. CATCHELY. An exceedingly beautiful annual of easy culture, producing delicate flowers profuse- ly. Choicest mixed Pkt. 8c. CANDYTUFT. EMPRESS—This new, pure white Candy- tuft forms a dense bushy plant of a spread- ing habit. and bears its snowy flowers in endless profusion. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c. * DARK CRIMSON—Fine bright color. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c. ALL COLORS MIXED—PEt. 100 seeds 3c. COCKSCOMB or CELOSIA. The old Cockscomb of our mothers’ gardens but vastly improved of late years. Its huge combs, from six inches to a foot across, are of the most fiery gorgeous colors, unlike anything else in the floral 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 the heat and transplant to the open ground after the danger of frost is over. Choicest mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c. CLARKIA. Beautiful hardy annuals from California, with rose colored, white and purple flowers, in delicate but very brilliant shades. Plants are eighteen inches high. Profuse bloom- ers. Fine mixed. Pkt. 3c. COTTON. Fine curiosity in the north. They blossom freely, and will for planting out the} 77 ripen the pods if sown early |and set outside in real warm | weather. They are always greatly admired in the garden | as soon as the balls are open. Pkt. 4c, oz. Se. | Remember that the prices quoted in this | catalogue represent one-half | more value than you ever re- ceived for the same money from any other dealer. COTTON PLANT. FAN’ @swos A very effective Yi. _— pied plant of ener th CEE and makes large bushes fully five feet FE high which are a mass of elegant foliage until they bloom in. August and Septem- ber until November each plant is covered \\ with hundreds of showy single flowers of various. shades from pure white to the richest purplish crimson. When frost comes plant in pots, and bring inside to flower like chrysanthemums; they are grand and both flower and foliageare unsurpassed for bouquets. In this latitude, the seed should be started in Mareh and young plants transplanted to the open ground about June Ist. SN NEW MAMMOTH FANCY COSMOS—The latest novelty from California. Impossible to describe adequately this excellent new strain. Some of the immense flowers, both pink and white, resemble a single Camelia, with their broad, overlapping petals, while others resemble an Anemone Japonica in form. The dark crimson flowers re- semble large levely single Dahlias. The tinted varieties are charming; .n ome the ground is white, flecked with both light anddark pink, while others s|are flushed with mauve and pink. Again thereare others with the petals =—|laciniated to the very center; these arein four colors, pink, white, blush and crimson. The crimson shades of the different forms are lovely, glowing colors, from deepest crimson to light red,in splendid contrast with the filmy green foliage. The flowers measure from four to five inches across, while the plants come into bloom earlier than is usual with Cosmos. Mixed Pkt. 7c. y GIANTS OF CALIFORNIA COSMOS—This valuable strain of Cosmos isnotable er : =both for beauty and the gigantic size of its flowers. The broad petals over- g, lap each other, producing perfectly circular flowers of splendid substance which meas- ure four to five inches across; the colors are varied and beautiful; the plants which grow from four to six feet high, are a perfect mass of feathery, fern like foliage. and studded with their mammoth flowers, long after most other plants have succumbed to frost, they indeed present the most beautiful sight imaginable. Giant)Pure Whiten ...ep 3. POPS UO as Pkt. 6c. , 4 Packet of Cosmos seed | \\) contains about 100 seeds. cS > Z =< yA SPECIAL OFFER. ‘ e Bellis Perennis — The Double Daisy, Daisy has been so far improved by selection and careful cultivation that good seed will give at least eighty per cent of flowers, as large. beautiful and double as any of the named sorts. Daisies are easily raised from spring sown seed, and come into flower in a very short time, and if given a cool, moist, shady location, will bloom all summer, even in the south. As pot plants culture they are charming and (jm will bloom freely all winter. In the open ground cultivate as you would pansies; next to the pansy ait is the most charming flower. Longfellow—Double, a dark, rose red flower. Pkt. fic. E Mammoth White—Double, flowers purest white. Pkt.6c. © Double C silled, Mixed — A new,pretty strain. Pkt.6c. Mammoth or Giant Mixed— q Finest ever offered.Pkt 8c. = 3S —— Fine German Double Mixed A Packet of Daisy seed I will send one package each of the five varieties of Cosmos offered on this page for 25c. wie A good mixture. Pkt. 3¢.| contains 150 or more seeds. SPECIAL OFFER. i = >" For only 20c I will send One Pkt. Each of these 5 varieties of Daisies. D hii The Dahlia still holds its placeas king of all the out-door a 12. autumn flowers, and they may be grown to the greatest perfection from seed, blooming beautifully the firstsummer. As easy to grow from seed as the most common plant. Anyone can havea ‘magnificent display of these regal beauties at very small cost. These strains of seed are grand in every respect, producing very large flowers of the greatest variety and beauty of coloring. They continue to bloom profusely until frost, when the bulbs may be taken up, stored where & they will not freeze, then planted the following spring outside. This may § ‘be continued year after year with success. Tender herbaceous perennials. ZZ “ss \\ ~ ail No Be Double Largest Flowering Mixed — jp, RW a | ae ees, BUCKBEES DAHLIAS : ae ( WEG >, >a mo Dy yy and finest colorings. Pkt. 7c. WET. — IX % Double Mixed. Pkt. 4c. k z \ IN Single Novelty Mixed — Brilliant | 4 Yey flowers running through a s Say aa WZ wide range of striking col- A ) kay \ ors; of large size; exceed- : : RLY, ingly popular as cut flowers Pkt. dc. y eh i hati Pte cad | A Paeket of Dahlia ma PrePaip Buckbee’s Seeds Grow. contains 40 to 50 seeds, : 78 eee delights the children and 150 seeds 8c. Evening Primrose, softest richest shades of yellow and deliciously fragrant. swollen buds expand at dusk with a sudden’‘'snap”’ that always- or Oenothera. Large,saucer-shaped blooms of the purest white, or the The- interests the adults. Seed can be sown in the open ground, and plants will soon be in bloom. Pkt. Fenzlia. colors. Fine for growing The plants do not grow over three inches high, but spread out like a Portulaca, in this way form- ing a perfect matof fine foliage and branches, which are thickly covered at all times with perfectly charming blossoms of lovely in pots. Pkt. 5c. itself. There areso few scribably dainty, they sh : 3 f Datura Cornucopia, piety Discovered in South America in 1892 by a collector of Orchids. The plant is of robust habit, with thick, dark brown- purple, shining stem. The branches are numerous, spreading three or four feet; thick, large, dark green colored leaves. Fidwers are trumpet shaped, measuring eight to ten inches in length and five to seven inches across the mouth and form three distinct flowers, growing each within the other, the mouth of corolla § is a most delicate white, beautifully marbled with royal purple. A single plant gives from two hundred to three hundred fragrant blooms during the season, followed by a large thorny seed vessel, which adds to its beauty Isof the easiest culture. Plant at the end of May in a warm, rich soil. Can be culti- vated as an isolated specimen,in masses, for centers of beds or to fill large barren places, and produces a striking effect. Pkt. 12 seeds 4c. or Trumpet Flower. A large, branching, Datura, plant, producing handsome double and single trumpet-shaped blossoms, white, blue, yellow and lilac of exquisite fragrance. The blossoms open during the night, remaining open one night and then perish. Blooms very freely from seed sown in open ground the first season. Roots can be taken up and kept over winter the same as the Dahlias Pkt. 22 seeds 3c. i (lonopsidium.) A daint Diamond Flower, little annual with tufts of tiny foliage and beautiful little white and violet blue flowers that bloom within a month from the time seed issown. It will grow in the open ground, over rock work or in pots, never exceeding three inches in height and rarely two. The tiny flowers have a glistening sheen that has given them their name of Diamond Flower, and. being surrounded by a wreath of bright green foliage, they show to wonderful advantage. For pot culture in winter it is just superb. Sprinkle ould be in every collection. a few seeds in asmall pot or saucer, or in pots where other plants are growing, and within amonth you will have the most charming mat of foliage and flowers, covering the surface of the soil like moss, that youeversaw. In the garden it will grow and seed allsummer, covering the ground with a perfect carpet of beauty. In the fall the self sown seed will come up and bloom profusely from October until spring, regardless of ice and snow, making a lovely bed of flowersall winter. Pkt.8c. { Euphorbi a Heterophylla, or Annual Poinsettia. This plant isoften called Mexican 9 Fire Plant, Painted Leaf, or Fire on the Mountain. Grows two to three feet high in a branching, bush-like form, with smooth, glossy, fiddle-shaped leaves, which are at first entirely green, but about mid-summer at the end of each branch appear greenish-white flowers enveloped in beautiful orange-scarlet bracts, f and the surrounding leaves are either blotched with vivid carmine, or are carmine with green tips. It is anannual plant but should be started early, so it will have f, sufficient time to develope its brilliant colors. Pkt. 40 seeds 4c. [ Hardy annual; foliage beautifully veined and mar- Euphorbia Variegata. gined with white; very showy. Sometimes known as Snow on the Mountain. Pkt. 40 seeds 3c. 44 or Giant California Poppy. The Eschscholtzia is one of the most Eschscholtzia,} 0% and easily grown of our annuals. It is also a very showy one, growing rapidly and coming into bloom soon after the plants are above ground. The foliage is finely cut and handsome:and the flowers exceedingly show y, largeand freely produced. It is a fine flower for blooming in pots, especially in winter. For winter blooming sow seed in November or December in pots of light, rich, soil. They will bloom in thirty to forty days and last all winter. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c. 79 One of the most charming or Myosotis. Forget-Me-Not, and beautiful of all plants, either for open ground culture or for the house; the foliage is light and graceful, while the dainty little flowers, star-like in form, are of the most delicate shade of blue, a reflection of the heaven blue flowers, and these are so inde- Hardy Pkt. 100 seeds 4c. perennial. ? or Mirabilis. It Four 0 Cloc 9» is often called the ‘‘Marvel of Peru.” The plants are large and require four feet of space; flowers are funnel shaped, white, red and striped and are very fragrant, and openabout four o’clock. in the afternoon, remain open all night and perish before noon the next day. The French call it Belle de Nuit “Beauty of Night.” Will grow in any garden soil, from seed sown in the open ground. It is a beautiful hardy annual two feet in height. Be sure to order this beautiful plant. - Finest mixed. Pkt. 20 seeds 3c. MR.J.W.WILLIAMS, Harviell, Mo., writes: | The seeds which I purchased of” you have given perfect satisfaction. a, Mill ° ao 5S 3s. Hg FF i} ar ope lo o ° OD =e) Bee of 8 a) © =o SS = aeAaa0ao eae Soe pm Bao eS ese | ronn 0 ® Spy S Zee | Bare © oes | pos & a8 | Foo & a aie eag9 Se <4 So Sy oOno tO) aig oe) et o ® : ; fe Ess act Sep e ° OF ge pt Oa ~a co PBS oo som ially adapted for the edging of beds, as the foliage is beautifully Flowers smaller and pure white. serrated, of a rich golden color. Pkt. 200 seeds 4c. Gaillardia. Unrivalled for cutting. Choicest single mixed, pkt. 100 seeds 3c. : Charming hardy peren- Gentiana. nial, blossoms-early in May. It is of the dwarf variety, espec- ially beautiful for edgings; needs little covering for edges during the winter. A profuse bloomer yielding hundreds of the most brilliantly colored flowers during the summer and autumn; mixed pkt. 4c. : Delicate free flower- Gypsophila. ing little early plants, . covered with a profusion of white and pink little star-shaped blossoms. Well adapted for hanging baskets or edgings and valuable in conjunction with other flowers for making bouquets, either greenordry. Will thrive anywhere. Choicest mixed. Pkt. 4c. Godetia Beautiful hardy annuals, remarkable for delicacy of their fine large blossoms; flowers deep rose pink, rosy carmine, snow white, with bright carmine rosespots, carmine crimson, lilac with purple and rich sat- iny white. Mixed, pkt. 200 seeds 3c. GLADIOLUS. Exceedingly beautiful annual, producing showy plants one to three feet high. For the flower garden in masses they are especially effective. Large flowers from two to threeinches across, produced from early summer until frost. Choicest double mixed, pkt, 100 seeds 4c. flowers drooping, bell-shaped over a foot long and eight ~~ nine inches wide, of creamy white color, and choice sort. Pkt. 10c. ia Tricolor. Grows in almost Feverfew. Gilia, any situation; flowers blue Stilla favorite) with yellow and purple center. with everyone, w in masses. Hardy annual, one as nothing has foot high; finest mixed. Pkt. 200 been found as a_ seeds 2c. Curious greenhouse ah) = : g}ysubstitute. An- ry nuals and bloom Glory Pea. shrub, with singu- Ply early from seed, larly beautiful foliage and magnifi- a 11) cent clusters of long, drooping flow- summer ; flowers | ers. somewhat resembling a parot’s double, of fine! beak, Does not bear transplanting size and are pure | and should be kept rather dry. One white; bloom so| of the most magnifient blooming profusely as to/| plants in cultivation. Bright scarlet almost cover the} flowers. Pkt. 15 seeds 10c. plant; fine for Handsome and curi pot plants for} Ice Plant. ous plant for hangin: winter blooming. | baskets, rock work, vases and ede WHITE GEM—/ings. Leaves and stems are succu Very finest and | lent and fleshy, and appear as thoug! most beautifulof | covered with ice crystals. Tendei all double white annual trailer,six inches hich ;white yaTAclics. PEt. | Pkt. 200 seeds 3c. 209 seeds 10c. lye Excellent for clumps or GOLDEN Linum. edgings and one of the FLEECE — This | best aud most showy hardy annuals for bedding. I > c May be raised variety is espec- | in any quantity fromseed sownin March or April, where the plants are intended to flower. They are not at all fastidious regarding soil, doing well in any ordinary garden. Pkt. 50 seeds 3c. L t American. This is one of the 0 us, most beautifuland valuable of all the water lilies, the dark green leaves twelve to ifteen inches in diameter, surmounted by enormous double fiowers resembling a monster double tulip, form a beautiful contrast and area worthy ornament to any garden orlawn. Easily grown in tanksor ponds. Flowers light _.. yellow, fragrant; eight to ten inches in 3; diameter. Pkt. 10c. “ : (Lupinus.) Called ‘Sun Dial.” Lupin. Conspicuous plant with spikes of pea-shaped blossoms of various colors. Hardy annual three feet high. Pkt. 2c : A very valuable and beautiful class of Lobelia. mostly dwarf growing plants; delicate drooping habit and profusion of charming little blue and white flowers render them exceedingly ornamen- tal for vases, rockeries and baskets. Blooms from June to November. Choicest mixed, pkt 500 seeds 5c. ¢. There are few plants that produce such Lychnis. brilliant blossoms. The flowers are produced in clusters, and are constantly coming out allsummer. Mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds dc. .»s TAKE NOFICE..2 : ies. tem ~ Of the special low values which I Gladiolus. thebest have quoted on the leading varieties of of allsummer and fall flowers, in fact there is no flower equal to it for brilliant shades, none easier grown. Plant seed early as possible, and in fall take up small bulbs and keep from freez- ing. The next sea- son they should be planted in clumps, beds or masses and they will produce the finest effect. Produces a gorgeous array of colors. Mixed, pkt. 10c. Giant Ghost Flower. °55°3 called “Wedding Bell.” The most wonderful plant. It blooms always.eitherin the house or outof doors in the summer. The Asters, Balsams, Nasturtiums, Poppies, Pansies, Phlox, Petunias, Verbenas, Sweet Peas, Etc., Etc., Etc. EDS ae sound and true to name. a The seeds which I have purchased from you have done nicely. can recommend BUOKBEBE'S SI very fragrant MR. W. H. McKINLEY, New Hope, Ohio, writes: GIANT GHOST FLOWER. ; 2 eee ee a ee oe GABRIELLE—New, red flowering, very sweet; spikes very thick; one of the best. Pkt. 5c. IMPROVED GOLDEN QUEEN — Distinct variety, golden yellow flowers, powerfully fragrant. Pkt. 4c. LARGE PYRAMIDAL BOUQUET, or GIANT TREE—A robust grower with numerous large spikes of flowers; very sweet. Pkt. 4c. VW MILES’ GIANT WHITE SPIRAL—An exceedingly pleasing variety. Sy Ay sf Very showy in growth, with very long spikes of fragrant bloom, Mi Pkt. 4c. ~s Ny S NEW GIANT RED FLOWERED—This wonderful Mignonette grows \ 12 to 16 inches in height, in pyramidal form; its enormous flower spikes are of the largest size, the individual blossoms of an intense red color, are very sweet scented. One of the best for cut flow- ers and pot culture. Pkt. 5c. NEW GOLDEN MACHET—This new Mignonette possesses all the excellent qualities of the red-flowering Machet It is, like the Machet, a splendid variety for pots:and cut flowers, while the long massive spikes are crowded with golden-yellow blossoms. This is a very valuable and distinct novelty. Pkt. 5c. PURE MACHET—Of vigorous pyramidal growth, with very thick, dark green leaves ; numerous stout flower stalks, bearing massive Spiess of deliciously scented gray flowers of great substance, kt. 5c. PARSON’S GIANT WHITE FLOWERING— Flowers almost pure white, borne on spikes six inches to a foot in length. Pkt. 4c. © SWEET (Reseda odorata grandifora)—Large flowered. The old favorite Sweet Mignonette, improved. Pkt. 3c, oz. 10c. IMPROVED VICTORIA—This new Mignonette is one of the most desirable novelties we have seen for a long time. It grows only six to twelve inches in height and is sure to put every lover of flowers in ecstacy by its perfectly regular, pyramidal habit and the beautifully formed spikes of the prettiest red Mignonette MIGNONETTE flowers ever seen. It is a robust and healthy grower and suc- 2 ceeds well even in dry soil and hot sun, where most Mignonettes Reseda. fail. Pkt. 5c. ee Ara entered te aiue street Houicly:Hbwer thatby itn mrs | og see ae oe ee at a ar Bile Ceteaan Pattern oF alone has won its way as the favorite of all, though hundreds of showier SER Merce aia a large gree of the ghoicest Ve iiie of flowers were its rivals. No garden is complete without its plot of Migno- igmonette. 1S Veale Nave Mager a if DEVIN WATb ANUS) nette; no nosegay finished without its sprig of this sweet-smelling flower. | Seed of the finest varieties, including the above magnificent sorts We pride ourselves on our choice strains of this favorite flower, and believe | and many new hybrid varieties. Sure to please. Pkt. 5c,oz. 50c. no finer seed can be procured anywhere. Sow early in the ground for . ‘ . age summer blooming, and ip pots any time for the window. Hardy annual; MIXED-—A fine mixture including many varieties, but not equal to one foot high. the ‘‘ Rockford”? mixed. Pkt. 3c, 02. 20c. _ MARIGOLD. | Wherever a rich display of bloom is desired, the Marigold is almost indispensable. The African varieties are tall, growing usually two feet or more, while the French are moredwarf. All are desirable. Hardy annuals, in bloom until frost comes. LEGION OF HONOR—A beautiful single, dwarf, bushy variety, | bearing rich, golden yellow flowers with garnet blotches in the | center of each petal; about one foot high. Pkt. 150seeds 4c. EL DORADO—F lowers three to four inches in diameter, imbricated and extremely double. kt. 150 seeds 4c. AFRICAN, DOUBLE MIXED—Very early; profuse bloomers of com- pact habit. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c. FRENCH DOUBLE MIXED—A class of showy and extremely effect- ive plants; fine double flowers of rich and beautiful color; very : 2 p By PT | well adapted for large beds and bordering. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c. Ree Wace: ‘ Re wy, ae (SII ~ a 4): in = | GY SPECIAL OFFER — For only 35c I will send One Liberal Packet each of the 12 Superb Varieties of Mig- |f nonette here offered. A Packet of Mignonette |® Seed contains from 500 to |S seeds. = —~ => SPECIAL OFFER. For only 12c I will send one packet each of the four varieties of Marigold. MUSK PLANT. H A variety of the ‘*Ten Weeks Stocks,’’ which is Mathiola. hardy and robust so*that seed can be sown in the open ground early. It will commence blooming in June, producing in evening a profusion of fragrant Bessous: Mixeds pkt. 5c ; e mixture of many vanetieso Mixed Flower Seeds. peautitu: casi srown fiowers, producing a constant and varied bloom the whole season, and is especially suited for those who wish only a few seeds each of the leading varieties, or a much more extensive collection than their means will permit. In no other manner can so much seed be ob- tained at such small cost. Pkt. 5c, One 1 Ib. ta Wo s$2 0. i Mimulus Punchatus. ender-looking Monkey Flower. ante with singular shaped and bril- liant colored flowers, blotched and spotted in every conceivable manner. Excellent for baskets or vases, while they thrive well in the open gardenif planted in partial shade. Fine hybrid varieties mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 3c. s Pie UA UN Wee = (Mimulus oschatus. well-known an Musk Plant. favorite plant both for outside borders and for pot culturein spring. Cultivated on account of the musky odor of the plant. Pkt. 100 seeds a pies ; : i - D ° ee andsome genus of garden plants Nicotiana Affinis. of the fobaerS family, which are noted for the freedom and fragrance of their bloom. Half hardy annuals, three feet high. Flowers white, salver shaped, having long, tubular corollas, and are of exquisite fragrance. Deserves a MARIGOLD. place in every garden. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c. 81 The seeds you sent me last spring proved a grand MR. JAS. P. HILL, Springfieid, [ll., writes: success. Were we asked to name the three most popular flowers grown from seed we should unhesitatingly answer No plant grown from seed yields a larger number of biossoms than the the more they are picked the more freely do they bloom, so keep the flowers picked each day and your home will present an inviting appearance and your garden a joyous sight. Nasturtiums, Pansies and Sweet Peas. Nasturtium. They are constantly in bloom; DWAREF or TOM THUMB. 2 Of recent years remarkable improvements have been ammade in Dwarf or Tom Thumb Nasturtiums, so that now we have a class of plants unrivalled in beauty and effect for bedding and cut flower purposes. BETTER RESULTS. MRS. M. J. HAWES, St. Augustine, Fla., writes: “ Your Nasturtiums have given me better results than any I have ever planted.”’ GOOD MIXED—F'rom a very fine collection. 8c, oz. 10c, 14 lb. 35c, Ib. $1.25. FINEST MIXED—F ine mixture, superior to that generally sold. Pkt. 4c, 0z. 12c, 4 lb. 45c, lb. $1.50. ®@UCKBEE’S FANCY MIXED—The best ever pro- duced and not equalled for gorgeousness of colors and brilliancy of effect, embracing every known good sort and a choice collection of new hybrids. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 44 1b. 50e, lb. $1.75. Price of the Following Varieties, Pkt. 5c, oz. 18c. AURORA-Yellow, petals blotched, veined carmine. BEAUTY—Scarlet splashed canary. BRONZE COLOR-Beautiful burnished bronze color. CHAMELEON—Straw color, spotted and veined with red; distinct. CLOTH OF GOLD—Foliage yellow; flowers scarlet. GENERAL JACQUEMINOT—F'ancy deep red rose. GOLDEN KING—Golden yellow, very fine. KING OF TOM THUMBS—Intense scarlet flowers. LADY BIRD—Yellow, barred with ruby-crimson. MYSTIC SHRINE—New dark crim- son nearly black. OCEAN WAVE—Rare, creamy-white. QUEEN OF ORANGE—F lowers large, rich orange. PRINCE HENRY—Golden yellow marbled scarlet. ROSE—A very pleasing shade. ROYAL SCARLET—Most brilliant colored variety. COMPACT LUSTROUS—P lowers flashing scarlet. CRYSTAL PALACE GEM—Sulphur, spotted maroon. EMPRESS OF INDIA—Dark leaves, crimson flowers. ANTENSITY—Intense crimson, almost black. SPOTTED KING—A handsome sort. RUBY KING—Magnificent ruby rose, dark foliage. SPECIAL GF FER —I will send the entire collec- tion of 24 varieties of Dwarf or Tom Thumb Nasturtiuns for only 90c. BUCKBEE’S FAMOUS NASTURTIUMS 1 Splendid Mixture—Far in advanceof anything be- fore offered for size and great variety of flowers. This mixture is composed of a careful blending of all the varieties offered on this page, with an addition of hundreds of strikingly beautiful hy- brids. By planting this mixture you are sure of the grandest collection of Nasturtiums attaina- ble. Pkt. 8c, oz. 20c, 14 lb. 75c,.1b. $2.00. Pkt. flowers ALL PACKETS offered on this page warranted to con- tain 25 or more seeds. LOBB’S NASTURTIUMS 4 As easily grown as common Tall Nasturtiums, which they surpass in the remarkable brillianey of their flow- ers. They make beautiful hedges grown on brush as are Sweet Peas, while they can also be trailed to a greater height. In vases they are particularly attractive, hanging over the sides, while grown simply trailing on the ground they are always surpassingly beautiful. LOBB’S SPECIAL MIXED—Besides the six types here described this embraces seed of many other most beautiful varieties. Pkt. 4c, 0z.12c, ¥ lb. 35c, Ib. $1.25. Price of the Following Varieties, Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c CARDINALE—Striking cardinal-red color. GIANT OF BATTLES—Sulphur color, spotted red. GOLD GARNET—Shining yellow mottled garnet. KING OF THE BLACKS—Rich deep brown. LUCIFER—The richest, velvety, deep crimson. SPITFIRE—New, brightest, most glowing of all. SPECIAL OFFER —I will send the above 7 var- ieties of Lobb’s Nasturtiums for only 25c. TALL or CLIMBING. 5 Among the easiest grown and prettiest of climbers for fences, trellises, etc., quickly running six to twelve feet, thriving well even on poor soil. Free bloomers, and the green seed pods make excellent pickles. FINE MIXED—From a very nice collection. Pkt. 3c, oz. 8c, 1% lb. 25c, Ib. 80c. : SELECT MIXED-Fully equal if not surpassing the mix- tures offered by other seedsmen. Pkt. 4c, oz. 10c, 14 1b. 30¢e, 1b. $1.00. BUCKBEE’S SUPERIOR MIXED—Without question the most superior mixture ever offered. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15¢, 14 1b. 50¢, Ib. $1.75. Price of the Following Varieties, Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c. CRYSTAL GEM—Handsome pearly white. DARK CRIMSON—Deep, rich and velvety. DUNNETT’S ORANGE—Bright orange, blotched red. EDUARD OTTO—Velvety bronze, yellow spur. FIRE KING—Gorgeousscarlet, best of all. GOLDEN LEAVED SCARLET (Golden Climber; also called Scarlet and Gold)—Light yellow foliage contrasts brightly with the deep scarlet flowers. HEINEMANNI--Silky bronze-chocolate. HEMISPHERICUM-Straw color with rosy-scarlet blotches. REGALIANUM—Purple violet. KING THEODORE—Rich, deep crimson, almost black. SCHUERMANI— Rich striped yellow and crimson. VON MOLTKE—Bluish rose. SPECIAL OFFER—1 will send the above 15 varieties of Tall or Climbing Nasturtiums for only50c. CANARY BIRD FLOWER Tropeolum Canariense. Beautiful climber, the charming little canary col- ored blossoms bearing a fancied resemblance toa | bird with its wings halfex- | panded. The planthasa | luxuriant, ramblingcharac | ter, and if seeds are to be | planted bythesideofarbor | or trellis will run about 20 feetand blossom from July | until frost. Tender an- | nual. Pkt. 25 seeds 7c. * HYBRIDS of MADAME GUNTER New Climbing Nasturtiums 3 These new hybrids make a strong growth, climbing from 5 to 6 feet, and covered from spring to fall with large sub- stantial flowers of the most brilliant shades. They arere- markable for their wide range of colors, embracing almost every color. So ornamental is this strain that it deserves a place in every garden, either for climbing or trailing from vases or over the ground. Pkt, 5c, oz. 18c. ‘>, Ze a(t Midi m at eae Na ~<; a <5 Ge é 4 Hy Se re peorers a, o & Ky y\: ; Yi A Packet of Popp =|contains more than 1000 seeds. |: NY ‘ Nias xf SaTaARNO nN s es Gas 3 rw vy Ue a "Gs TS ae y Seed | ee iN = = is ress ES @uPeA SOK ‘ L —Ofd f di habit NEMOPHI LA; aad aie eae pied for emits om pet oultire: The flowers are single, each petal having a large distinct blotch which gives them a peculiar beauty. Hardy annual, six inches high. Pkt. 60 seeds, 3c, NICOTIANA AFFINIS A handsome genus of garden ¢ plants of the tobacco family, which arenoted for the freedom and fragrance of their bloom. Half hardy annuals, three feet high. Flowers white, salver shaped, having long, tubular corollas, and are of exquisite fra- grance. Deservesa place in every garden. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c. NIGELLA or Loye-in-a-Mist. Hardy annual, known as the » “Devyil-in-Bush” and ‘‘Lady-in-Green,’’ because the blossoms are peculiarly concealed by the abundance of finely cut foliage. Plant | and flower are both handsome and require | butlittlecare. Hardy annual. Pkt. 3c. co CK:-Sy9 A desirable plant NIEREMBERGIA. for baskets, vases | or bedding. A slender, pretty perpetual _ blooming plant. Flowers first yvearif sown | early. Half hardy perennial. Pkt. 5c. | NOLANA Beautiful trailing plants, * almost equal to the Portu- | laca for growingin masses, and unsurpassed for baskets, pots, vases or rock work. The flower is similar in shape to the Morning Glory. Pkt. 4c. NYCTERINI Charming little plants well adapted for rock- * eries and baskets. The flowers are borne on large heads, are of various colors, star shaped, and during the evening are very fragrant. Half hardy annual. Pkt. 5c. PERILLA Ornamental foliage plants, similar to Coleus. Fine | * for bedding with silver leaved plants. Foliage metallic bronze, Give same culture as for Coleus. Half hardy annual. Pkt. 4c. NIGELLA. ORIENTAL POPPIES. ! Great advance has been made in recent years in the development of the Poppy, which has brought it into deserved popularity, and it may be safely said that noother flower produces a more brilliant. display of colors during the blooming period. AMERICAN FLAG—Beautiful new variety ; flowers very large andi double; snow white, bordered with scarlet. Foliage bluish green. Pkt 6c. , DANEBROG—Double flowers of deep red, each petal being marked. at the base with a white blotch. Pkt. 5c. CARNATION FLOWERED—Double, of large size, and in a great variety of colors. Pkt. 8c, oz. 20c. ICELAND—A perennial variety; colors range.from pure white and@ yellow to orange scg,let. Pkt. 4c. MEPHISTO—Very unique and striking, of a. rich glowing dark scarlet, blotched with velvety black. Pkt. 5c. MIKADO—F lowers are of pure white at the back, the fringed edges are of brilliant scarlet. Pkt. 5c. PAEONY FLOWERED—F lowers in size and color are equal to Peonies. Mixed colors. Pkt. 3c, oz. 20c. PEACOCK—The striking feature of the flower is the glossy zone which marks the petals, forming aring. Pkt. 5c. ROSEBUD—Considered by many the pret- tiest of all; like a rosette. Beautiful colors and shadings. Pkt. 5c. SHIRLEY —Similar in every way to the wild Strikingly handsome. Scarlet Field Poppy of England. Pkt. 4c. SNOW DRIFT—Pure white; grand. Pkt. 5c. TULIP—A dazzling variety, resembling the Tulip in shape; color intense scarlet. Pkt. 5c. VESUVIUS—A rich, beautiful scarlet variety. Pkt. 5c. GRANDEST MIXED—An elegant mixture of standard and novelty varieties. Pkt. 4c, 1g 02.80c, oz. 50c. > One Packet Each of the above 14 Varieties of Poppies for only FIFTY CENTS. pecial Offer. _= Don’t Overlook NICOTIANA. Your flower seed gave splendid satisfaction and made a fine display. The Select List of Everlasting and Ornamenta Flower and Grasses on page 103. MR. EMIL J. KAUTZ, Rockhouse, Texas, writes NEMOPHILA. \)\s l Z V hi Une : ——4 WORLD RENOWNED--OF HIGHEST PERFECTION. A universal favorite with young and old. Every child sees the 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, forlorn plants, struggling with heat and drouth and hard baked ground, though even there yielding us handfuls of cheery bloom; but rather, strong, vigorous plants, riotous in the cool, deep, mellow beds they love, made rich with fertilizers, kept free from weeds, and shaded from the hot afternoon sun. In such a bed one may gather great, velvety Pansies by the handfuls—flowers so radiantly beautiful that they scarcely seem of the earth. Although the Pansy loves coolness, it gives the 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, sheitered location and abundant water. Sow seed either in house or open ground. Inthe open ground sow seed very early in the Spring while the ground is yet cool and moist, for late summer and fall bloom; or in August and September for Spring and early Summer bloom. For Fall-sown seed have the bed moist and kept shaded by boards or papers until the plants appear. 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 Mine is saved with great care and is the best. bloom. Poor Pansy seed is dear at any price. GERMAN COMPOSERS’ SET. This grandest of all collections marks the rapid stride of im- provement among Pansies. The flowers are of the largest size, most perfect shape and richest colors, which, for variety and ‘beauty, cannot be excelled. The flowers are half again as large as ordinary Pansies, frequently measuring 21¢ to 4 inches across. The colors are truly wonderful, and include all the new shades and ‘markings introduced up to the present time. They will astonish Pansy fanciers. BACH —A large flower, each petal being marked with a dark blotch. Beautiful coloring. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. iBEETHOVEN —A creamy white ground, blotched with black. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. ‘CHOPIN —Immense flowers with broad blotches delicately penciled. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. ate nae very lovely combination of violet and white. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. LISTZ—The most popular of all novelties; marked with large, heavy blotches of great beauty. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. LOHENGRIN —A rich golden yellow. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. ‘MENDELSSOHN —A uniquely striped Pansy, the ground mahogany, striped with yellow. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. ‘MOZART —A lovely combination of the blue shades; very rich. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. *CHUBERT—Beautiful ultramarine blue with violet purple eye. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. ‘STRAUSS —Deep velvety black of large size and great beauty. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. ‘WAGNER —Certainly one of the most superb, abounding in the richest colorings. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. | ‘WEBER—A superb white, daintily and beautifully blotched with blue. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. GRAND MIXED —This mixture is specially prepared for the most critical Pansy lover and florist, who require the greatest variety of eee as well as flowers of the very largest size. Pkt. 100 s 10c. colora rich SPECIAL OFFER. For only $1.00 I wili sead the German Composers’ Set of Thirteen Vari- eties in all. The most remarkable offer ever made. These will make vigorous plants that will endure VARIETIES OF GREAT BEAUTY. SWEET SCENTED PANSIES—Has the perfume of violets. Fine combinations and harmonious blendings. Pkt. 100 seeds 10c. BLACK KNIGHT—Rich velvety shade of black, almost approaching jet. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. BLUE KING—Rich sky blue; very beautiful. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. BUTTERFLY—Beautifully blotched with handsome shades; the markings remind one of the butterfly. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. CARDINAL—Very novel and striking, the finest and nearest ap- proach to a pure red Pansy ever introduced. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. comet Ro analy rayed from a rich, fiery center. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. EMPEROR WILLIAM —Of a beautiful ultramarine blue. Deserves the highest praise. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c.: EVERBLOOMING —Will give you flowers of the most beautiful and varied colors. Besureandorderit. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. Fave —Beautiful, refined variety; lovely fawn color. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. zi GIANT TRIMARDEAU —F lowers large, with a dark blotch on the > three lower petals. Most beautiful of all. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. GOLDEN CREST—Gorgeous and striking yellow variety; color dis- tinct and grand; fine size. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. ; LORD BEACONSFIELD— Extremely fine, beautiful violet color, || shaded with lavender and white. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. ORIENTAL —Very beautiful and exquisite shades of royal purple, — deserving of the highest praise. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. PEACOCK—Of large size; the side petals are of a rich maroon and lower petalsa royal purple, shot with peacock blue and mar- gined with terra cotta rose. Pkt. 100 seeds6€c. 7 RAINBOW —Beautifully blotched with maroon, gold, white and pink. Startling varieties. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. SNOW QUEEN—Grand; pure white. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. WORLD’S FAIR PRIZE MIXTURE —Awarded Grand Prize Medal at || the World’s Fair. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c, 14 0z. 60¢c, oz. $1.00. ) FINE MIXED—A charming collection and splendid mixture of fine } hybrids; standard varieties. Pkt. 100 seeds 5c, }{ 02, 40c,0z. 75c. || SPECIAL OFFER. | \ One Liberal Packet Each of the Thirty-one Renowned Varieties Pansies Quoted on This Pass for only $2.00. ~~, 2S RP eee eae Wl ‘J 4 Buckhee’s Prize Medal PHLOA Very hardy annuals, thriving in almost any situation. One of the very best of all bedding annuals is the Phlox Drummondii. The various varieties of this flower surpass | almost everything else in dazzling brilliancy of color, profuseness of blooms and length | of duration in bloom. The newer sorts of Phlox are so far ahead of the older varieties ) that we have discarded all of the latter, and offer none but those beautiful new ones _ of recent introduction. The Phloxes make beautiful ribbon beds when different colors | are sown side by side, and are also grand for masses either of solid or mixed colors. For cutting for bouquets they are unsurpassed. HORTENSIA FLOWERED Buckbee’s‘‘Rockford”’Strains of Prize Medal PHLOX. 2 PHLOX DRUMMONDII | This is undoubtedly one of the hand- GRANDIFLORA. 3 |somest species of the Phlox family. They | This strainof Phlox is far superior to any are more floriferous than the others; the | other. Flowers of great substance, beauti- flowers are large, of good substance and of | fulformand uncommonsize. Thecolorsare if ches Super S ! | ZA) NEW DWARF PHLOX A lovely strain, the plants growing only six to eight inches high. Valuable for bed- ding alone or as borders in beds with taller varieties. FIREBALL—Exceedingly fine handsomest colors, and are borne in large | extraordinarily rich and | name. dazzling scarlet, deep ALBA—Pure White, extra large. Pkt. 8c. |rose, soft pink, pale ings. In habit these new Phloxes are erect, rather than procumbent, and bear vel- vety blossoms We. in great profus- © = aS G29, PARKA SD M ff fy Ur 7) Uy Ta /, ~ Woe (Ws DOUBLE PHLOX Very desirable class. Flowers are double and semi-double, and last much longer than hose of the single Phlox. The whiteis ¥ especially valuable as a cut flower. We are sure our customers will be greatly pleased with these, and we heartily re- ommend a trial. Price of any of the Four Following Varieties. Pkt. 10c, or the Entire Collection of Four Varieties for Only 30c. | | i i | ; Double White Double Scarlet ) Double Yellow Double Mixed {Perennial or Hardy Phiox. 5 . i}} The varieties of the PerennialPhlox are Z 5 S SS L = = A « among th» choicest of flowers for bedding | ion \ making them unrivalled for bedding. » and border plants. They are The . : ) Sere y are of dwarf, stout branching habit eam “ardy and need no protection; | aiways erect. Grandest of All "Phioxes’ will flourish in any soil, suc- } beeciae Hoter. "how. | 1 Finest Mixture, pkt. 6c, 1/ oz. 25c, oz., 75c. ever, in deep, rich, Yee. vather moist ground. m Pit. of 25 seeds 5c. ) Price of Any of the Following Varieties, except where noted, Pkt. 7c. ATROPURPUREA—Rich deep purple. BLACK WARRIOR—Nearest approach to black that we have in any flower; intense dark crimson, deep and clear. CARMINE RED -Strikingly showy variety. DAZZLER—An exceedingly brilliant variety of the clearest, richest scarlet. ISABELLINA—Creamy yellow, desirable. KERMESINA ALBA OCULATA—Rosy crim- son, white eye. ° PURITY—A beautiful pure white variety. ROSY CHAMOIS—Beautiful shade of rose. ROSEA—Deep rose, exquisitely beautiful. SPLENDENS—Crimson, pure white eye, one of the finest of this strain. ¢ STELLATA SPLENDENS—Rich crimson, with star shaped white eye. , | umbels, just like a Hydrangea, hence their | varied, glowing crimson, NOTICE! and showy scarlet. Pkt. 7c. SNOWBALL— White, excellent All Packets of Phlox quoted variety. Pkt. 7c. | COCCINEA—Scarlet, rich, striking. Pkt. 8c. | blush, maroon black, la- |] on this page contain 200 seeds | CHAMOIS—Rose, charming. LEOPOLDII—Splendidrich red, with white | vender purple and num- } 9; more, with the exception of Pkt. 7c. STRIATA—Beautiful striped. eye. Pkt, 8c. berless other rare shades. hic. Persniintion Hardin Var ie FINE MIXEp—From a splendid collection. | Many with contrasting || ‘¢ Perennial or Hardy Var- Pkt. 7c. \ Pkt. 6c. eyes, stripes or feather- ]] iety, which contains 25 seeds. DELICATA—Blush, charming. Pkt. 7e. EXTRA FINE MIXED—A choice mixture of countless skades. Pkt. 6c. SPECIAL OFFER —I will send one packe each of the above 6 varieties of New Dwarf Phlox for only 40c. BUCKBEE’S STARRED 4 and FRINGED PHLOX. These Starred and Fringed Phloxes are really entitled to rank as a new race, and the most striking novelties in Phloxes ever introduced. In thefringed flowers the petals are partly fimbriate and partly three-toothed, all distinctly bor- dered with white, which together with the bright i trasts with the eye of the center con- <7 magnificent a Pkt. 3c, 14 02. SPECIAL PHLOX MIXTURE. Contains in splendid blend, many varieties. Invaluable for bedding and cut flower purposes. 20c, oz. 50c. velvety colors, in more than twenty dis- tinct shades. In the Starred Phloxes the pointed central tooth of the petals are five to six times as long as the lateral ones and project beyond them like little spines, giv- ing the flowers a distinctly marked, regular star-like form. Infinest mixture. Pkt. 6c. NEW LARGE FLOWERED YELLOW PHLOX. Among the many acres of Phlox growing at Rockford Seed Farms the past season few have excited such at- tention as the bed ot this New Large Yellow Phlox. It is a rich straw- yellow, of warm and glowing tone, while the flowers are of extra large size and fine form. The clusters of blooms are magnificent. Pkt. 8c. 4 Phacelia An easily grown annual that will commence to * bloom a month from the time seed is sown in the) open ground. Erect, cup-shaped flowers of a lovely blue. Flowers | profusely and along time. Its shade of color is one of the rarest and loveliest seen among blues. Pkt. 4c. | One of the most showy and beautiful annuals Portulaca. with abundant, highly colored fiowers. For. baskets, beds, masses or edging, it is invaluable. Plant is dwarf or trailing; about six inches high; it requires scarcely any water and succeeds best in warm, sandy soil. CHOICEST DOUBLE MIXED —Portulaca cannot always be depended upon to come double, about 60 to 70 per cent. being a fair average of double flowers. The seed I offer has been saved with extra eare from the fine colors and will give a: good proportion of double flowers. Six inches high. Pkt. 300 seeds 4c. FINEST SINGLE MIXED—Pkt. 300 seeds 3c. Roseum. From the dried and powdered flowers Pyrethrum. of this is made the famous Persian Insect Powder. Flowers large, yellow and rose colored; handsome, The largest crop of flowers are produced the second season. They should be gathered when in full bloom, dried carefully and stored in paper bags. Before using, flowers should be powdered Pkt. 8e. * PETUNIA—GIANTS OF CALIFORNIA. GORGEOUS PETUNIAS . This is a flower for everybody. Few high priced and rare piants can 2 begin to compare with the Petunia { for beauty, and not half a doz- S en other flowers on our lists are as showy in beds or masses as itis. After they are once up they are no trouble to grow. Tender perennial, but bloom j profusely ,the first season. X One and a half feet high. z GIANTS OF CALIFORNIA—A California strain of great ¥ beauty, size and luxuriance. The flowers are of immense size, often measuring 5 to 6 inches across, but the variety of colors, markings, vein- ings and blotching distinguish them from all others. They are usually ruffled and fringed on the edges, and present a great variety of beautiful effects, many colors being rich and glowing, while others are very delicate. Pkt. 150 seeds 10c. BUCKBEE’S NEW DOUBLE FANCY FRINGED —For years we have made ee irals == of Double Petunias, but this is etter SS than any seed we have previously been QS able to obtain. They embrace a ,wide SS range of colors and show finer combina- ———— tions than we have heretofore found in any Double Petunias, including delicate mauve, porcelain-blue, white, garnet and velyet shades. The delicate blue and white flowers, freely produced, are particularly noteworthy. _ This} careful hybridized seed will yield a larger percentage of double flowers than any other Petunia in cultivation today. Mixed pkt. 40 seeds lic. GRANDIEFLORA, Single Large Flowering—The largest flowering and richest colored variety in cultivation. Single flowers frequently measure over five inches in diameter, ruffied or fringed on the edges and beautifully veined with various shades of purple, rose, lavender, yellow and crimson. Few flowers equal the Petunia for brilliant display, being of the easiest culture and very pro- fuse bloomers from June until frost. Mixed, pkt. 100 seeds 8c. HYBRIDA, SINGLE MIXED—A splendid mixture, embracing all colors, including striped and blotched varieties. Are excellent for bedding or massing, remaining in blooméhe entire summer. Pkt. 200 seeds 5c. FORDHOOK FANCY FRINGED DOUBLE—Mixture of the best large flowering and fringed Double Petunias. Yields 20 to 30 per cent of doubles. Mixed, pkt. 40 seeds 10c. DEFIANCE LARGE FLOWERING SINGLE—Flowers unequalled in size. Mixture is remarkable for its large proportion of dark crimson, maroon and yiolet shades; Pkt. 100 seeds 10c. SPECIAL OFFER For only 40 cents I will send one liberal | ; e pkt. each of above 6 varieties of Petunias. | 8 | fine as possible; hardy perennial; height 2 feet. 4 A grand plant, growing three feet Rainbow Plant. high in pyramidical spirals of foliage, Each leaf is composed of two colors, and in August they begin te turn on the upper part of the branches to the most brilliant colors of the rainbow, presenting a beautiful display which few plants can equal, much less excel. They are indeed a plant of glory as pot plants, and we believe that they will also range high for open ground culture. Half hardy annual. Choicest strain, pkt 100 seeds dc. New_” Dwarf Rose. Rose New Dwarf Multiflora also called comes Baby and Fairy Rose. Roses from seed the first year. The plants bloom in three months after sowing, so that seed sown in February in the house may be had in bloom in June in the open ground where they con- tinue to bloom throughout the season, giv- ; ing about an equal proportion of single, semi-double and double flowers borne in clusters. The plants are dwarf and bushy growing only about one foot high, and are very pretty in solid beas and borders. They are very hardy and may be treated as an nuals. Pkt. 10c, 3 pkts. for 25c. Ricinus, Zanzibariensis. From seed sown in the open ground in May the plants are in full foliage earl, in July, and attain a height of twelve to fourteen * feet. The enormous leaves are fully two and a half feet broad, beautifully lobed. Shapely seeds Mixed pkt. 6 seeds 4c,0z.15e. Dict or CASTOR OIL BEAN—Tall, Ricinus, majestic plants for lawns, 5 with leaves of glossy green, brown oF bronzed metallic hue, and long spikes of prickly capsules of scarlet and green. Of very quick growth in richsoil. Tender an- nual; six to fifteen feet high. Best mixed pkt. 6 seeds 8c, oz. 15c. eee EE EEE RICINUS, ZANZIBARIENSIS. 6 Salpiglossis. Very showy bedding or border plants with richly colored, erect, funnel-shaped flowers. The colors are beau- tifully marbled and penciled, purple, scarlet, crimson, yel- low, buff, blue, and almost black. Bloom from August } to October. Half hardy } annual; one and a-half to two feet high. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c. m@ Sensitive Plant. | An interesting and curious plant,with globular heads of VO CC. ~)¥ pink flowers, well known & : Y Mi \ tor the extreme irratibility of its leaves and foot stalks, which close and droopat the slightest touch, or in cloudy, damp weather, and during the night. Tender annual; height one and one-half feet. Pkt. 4c. | i A beautiful, free-flowering annual; Senecio Elegans, dense heads of bloom andisof a very _ compact and regular habit of growth, and when planted close to- gether make an effective bed, as the flowers completely cover the plants. The flowers are of a fine lustrous purple-red, bright crim- son, rose colored and pure white, perfectly double and imbricated ; very valuable for bouquets. Pkt. 100 seeds 3c. or Jerusalem Cherry. Ornamental fruit bearing Solanum, plants, useful for conservatory or drawing room decorations. The foliage is handsome and contrasts finely with the minature, round, scarlet fruit with which the plant is covered. Tender perennial one and one-half feet high. .Pkt. 50 seeds 8c. i * One of the showiest annuals that Statice Suwarowi. we possess. Its branching flower‘ spikes, of very brightrose with acrimsonshade. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c. 4 or Butterfly Flower. Elegant and very free Schizanthus, blooming annuals, of much interest and | beanty, and when well. grown rival in singularity of colors and | markings of the orchids. Large flowers spotted with crimson, | lilac, purple and yellow, and the petals are cut in picturesque | manner. In pots intheconservatory or house few plants are more attractive; also elegant in a bouquet or vase and fine for bedding. Choice mixed, pkt. 150 seeds 4c. . 7 Procumbens, Double. Very pretty, dwarf, trail- } Sanvitalia, ing plants; excellent for rock work, borders or ' edging of beds. It is so completely covered with flowers as to nearly hide the foliage. Double flowers ofa brilliant golden yellow, resembling a minature double Zinnia. Hardy annual, six inches high. Pkt. 4c. i S, 4 or Mourning Bride. Often called Sweet Scabius. Scabiosa, The stock we offer is a wonderful improvement over the old and common strains. The plants produce a profusion of large, double flowers of striking shades of color, which are very useful in making bouquets. Hardy arnoual. Double Dwarf Mixed Double Tall Mixed Salvi a, Scarlet Sage. One of the grandest plantsin cultiva- 9 tion; a bed of them surpassing the finest scarlet Ger- aniums in brilliancy and continuous bloom, the flower spikes often measuring 10 to 12 inches in length, and there are as many as 200 “spikes on a well grown plant. From the time they first begin to flower the plants arenever out of bloom until killed by frost. Easily grown; constant delight to everyone. Pkt. 25 seeds 5c. or Molucca Balm. Although robust and easil Shell Flower, grown everywhere, this interesting anntial Re ee, from Syria is but | little k>own and an- 4 nually excites much Jattention when ¥ growing onour Seed Farms. Grows from two to three feet high, sending up a strong central stem with many branches each of which is so completely covered with flowers as to leave scarcely any room for the leaves. Floweris very curi- ous, itslarge shell- like calyx is green » and veined; corolla g white, striped with purple. When cut it emits a fragrance of balm. Pkt. 25seeds 4 cents, Pkt. 75 seeds Ac. Pkt. 75 seeds 4c. a, ———— — i, t) iY We VA ge q 5 a7 Sunflower, or Hetianthus. New Double Multiflora—Unlike all other sunflowers, instead of branching and bearing the flowers at the ends of the shoots, the plant is pyramidal in shape and the handsome flowers produced at the base of each leaf, which gives it a picturesque and highly orna- mental aspect. Flowers are very double, full centered and sur- rounded by fringe of broad, single petals, the flowers proper which form head being tubular. Pkt. 5c. Finest Mixed—Adapted by state- ly growth for a background to a lawn or a screen to hide unsightly places. The seed is often used for feed and oil. Hardy annual. Pkt. 25 seeds 8c, oz. 10c. Ten Weeks — New Stocks, largest flowering globe pyramidal stock. A mag- nificent race with immense spikes of perfectly double flowers, the = individual bloom often measuring as 4 from two to two and one-half in- SUNFLOWER, MULTIFLORA ches in diameter. The large double flowers are produced in great profusion, the spikes being compactly pyramidal in shape and the plants of neat habit of growth. They are greatly prized for cut flowers on account of their fragrance and diversity of colors, Choicest mixed, pkt, 50 seeds 4c. White Perpetual—(Princess Alice or Cut and Come Again.) Of strong growth and fine branching habit; grows to the height of one and one-half feet, and if sown early will produce uninterrupt- edly a great abundance of bloom from June until November. The individual flowers are uncommonly large, of fine rosette-like shape and the purest possible white. The flowers appear on each shoot and the oftener cut the better they likeit. Pkt. 50 seeds 5c. Dwarf German Mixed—A splendid mixture of the most popular varieties of this charming class. Pkt. 50 seeds 8c. A handsome, half hardy shrub, bearing white Tea Plant. flowers from November until spring. A native of China and grows two to six feet high. The plant from whose leaves is made the favorite beverage ‘‘Tea,”’?. Pkt. 10c, 1 Fournierior Angel’s Wings. A fine annual with large Torenia, sky-blue blossoms, with three spots of Indigo blue, and a yellow stain in the center. Extremely handsome grown in pots or shaded border. Darkest spotted varieties. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c. White Wings—A very fine annual, unusually attractive; flowers white with sometimes a tinge of bluish yellow throat. Very vig- orous and free flowering, forming a splendid plant for pot culture, vases and hanging baskets, orin the open ground in beds or masses. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c. A handsome plant with fine, feathery foli- Tree Cypress. age somewhat like that of the Cypress Vine, with long spikes of beautiful flowers; equally desirable for out- door or conservatory cultivation. Half hardy biennial. Pkt. 4c. 7 Greek—Standard border plant, often called Jacob’s Valerian, Ladder. Flowers blue, stalks upright. .Blooms in June, of easy cultivation; perfectly hardy; perennial. Pkt. 4c. 7) an EAS SARS Sy Wests Weer eta 2: Cee? b Wihesssy yi Y AY WW ( ee We SN) " TEN WEEKS sTOCKS fs a2 Ma Ses zi AF 5 BOP YLGHTED \ Uj 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 culture. liancy and beauty of colors it has few equals. possibie, that good strong plants may be had for transplanting to the garden. They will commence blooming in June and continue until after severe frosts, and during this entire time nothing in the garden will attract more attention than the bed or clump of Verbenas. some of the best ones and potted up for winter blooming. For constant and profuse flowering, and for bril- Start seed early under glass, if In August cuttings may be taken from BUCKBEE’S COSMOPOLITAN VERBENAS. \\'; The most magnificent strain offered, producing uniformly magnificent \\QY large trusses with flowers of unusual size. The individual blossoms are fre- quently as large as a silver half dollar. any of the single flowers of the corymb illustrated herewith, and you will realize how magnificent in size are the single florets, as the illustration has been ac- =| curatelv reproduced from photograph, natural size. =| Verbenas known. We grow five acres of these superb flowers, and we know what == we are talking about when we say they are the finest of al! Verbenas. Take a silver coin and try to cover Famous as the finest strains of The plants are vigorous and short jointed, and perfect sheets of bloom. The trusses are very large, the flowers of mammoth size, perfect form, and embrace the richest and most velvety colors They are also delicately sweet scented. The range of color is great | and shades are mostly very delicate and dainty. In coloring they are in fact per- se fectly exquisite, there being very little of the old blue or purple colors among them. In their place we have delicate blushes, lavenders, pinks, velvety indigoes, intense colors and combinations. fiscarlets, whites, mottled, striped, variegated, etc., in fact a thousand different BUCKBEE’S COSMOPOLITAN WHITE—PKt. 150 seeds 10c. BUCKBEE’S COSMOPOLITAN SCARLET-—Pkt. 150 seeds 10c. BUCKBEE’S COSMOPOLITAN BLUE—PKkt. 150 seeds 10c. BUCKBEE’S COSMOPOLITAN ROSE—PKkt. 150 seeds 10c. BUCKBEE’S COSMOPOLITAN PINK—Pkt. 150 seeds 10c. BUCKBEE’S COSMOPOLITAN STRIPED—PKkt. 150 seeds 10c. ee eee A Packet of Verbena Sea i= contains from 150 to 200 or ‘more: seeds. MIXED—Pkt. 150 seeds 10c, three pkts. 25¢, 1 oz. 75c, oz. $2.50. SPECIAL OFFER —Will send One Liberal Packet Each of the 7 Varieties of Buckbee’s Cosmopolitan Verbenas for only 50c. VERBENAS. Verbenas in quantity are more easily obtained from seed than from cuttings, and the plants are more healthy and vigorous in growth, while they are also fragrant, particularly the white and light colored varieties. Sown in spring, they flower quite early in the season, and each plant, in good, rich soil, will cover a space three to four feet in diameter, producing, if the flowers arecut as soonas they begin to fade. a mass of bloom until killed by frost. VERBENA HYBRIDA, Choicest Prize Mixed—From a most superb collection of named varieties. Very large in flower and corymbs, and of the richest and most brilliant colors, this is one of the finest strains of Verbena Hy- brida in cultivation today. The seed has been saved not only from a large collection of many bright and pleasing self colors, but also from the fi.est varieties of the auricula-eyed type. Pkt. 5c, 4 oz. 50c, oz. $1.50. HYBRIDA, Fine Mixed—A very good strain, and fully equal to that offered by many dealers at a Sani advanced price. Pkt. 3c, 4 oz. 40c, oz. AURICULA-FLOWERED—Splendid flowers of large size and bright colors, each with large white eye. Pkt. 6c. BLUE KING—Grand new variety of a beautiful blue shade; fine size. A prime favorite with all lovers of this delightfulclassof plants. Pkt. 6c. BLUE WITH WHITE EYE—Large blue flowers, each with large white eye; veryshowy. Pkt. 6c. DARK CLOUD—A French variety, of a rich black- blue colony lighted by a white center. Fine. Pkt. 6e. FORDHOOK FAMOUS—Mammoth Verbena. The best strain, both as to sizeof flowers and variety of colors. Our seed is original from seed se- cured from the introducers, and can be relied on ee produce excellent flowers of all colors. Pkt. on _ This elegant, fragrant plant is easily grown from seed and succeeds everywhere. Have a good bed of it in the garden over summer, so that you can cutits fragrant foliage and flow- ers to make up with bouquets. Pkt. 50 seeds, 4c. VERBENA ODORATA. This lovely Verbena possesses three great points of merit over other varieties, and they are such important ones that it will become a necessity to every garden. First, 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 blossoms all summer. den flower is easier grown, for it is as sure to thrive as a Poppy or pig-weed. Second, the blossoms, instead of being in clusters like other sorts, run up into spikes usually three or four inches long, as shown in cut. sweet scented We have probably said enough to make everyone want it, but we have yet to say that the flower is pure white, the plant short jointed and dwarf, not covering nearly as much ground as other sorts, and it is a perfect mass of bloom all summer. It always comes perfectly true from seed. Pkt. 200 seeds 10c. No gar- Third, it is very 88 GOLDEN BEDDER—A striking variety, with bright scarlet blossoms and golden yellow foliage. Pkt. 8c. ITALIAN STRIPED—Very showy striped flowers 3 anany bright colors. Pkt 6c, 4 oz. 50c, oz. PRIMROSE—A great advance toward the coy- eted yellow Verbena. Soft, pale yellow or Primrose. Very pleasing. Pkt. 10c. PURE WHITE (Often called Ocean Crest, Sea Foam or Candidissima) —A fine strain of large flower- ing, pure white hybrid Verbenas. Pkt. 6c, ¥ oz. 50c, oz. $1.50.8 SCARLET DEFIANCE—True, brightest scarlet, intensely rich and striking, by far the finest -variety of this splendid class. Pkt. 6c, 4 oz. 50c, oz. $1.50. GRAND SPECIAL OFFER. For only $1.00 I will send One: Packet Each of the 21 Varieties of VERBENAS offered on this page. L. KRUSE, Goose Lake, ia.: “Everything has always grown well from the seeds purchased of you. Many thanks for extras. Ss i|j~sesrsre _ VINCA. A genus of orna- mental free flower- ing, greenhouse per- ennials, flowering the first season; ‘2 clossy green foliage and handsome flow- ers. May be planted in warm, sunny borders during sum- mer. About fifteen inches high. Finest mixed colors. Pkt. 100 seeds 5c. WALL FLOWER. The large,massive spikes of the Wall Flower are very conspicuous in beds and borders and are very useful in making bouquets. Sow the seed early in hot-beds and while the plants are | small, prick them out into pots, and sink the potsin the earth. On |approach of cold weather remove the pots to the house and they will bloom all winter. Tender perennial; 11¢feethigh. Fine Ger- | man double mixed, pkt. 8c. Single, finest mixed, pkt. 5c. WATER LILLIES. Many persons have been deterred from attempting une culture of water plants by the idea that a special greenhouse and water tank must be built for their accom- modation. True the various varieties may be had in flower almost all the year round in such a structure, yet they can be grown with equal success out of doors in ponds or shal- low streams of water having muddy bottoms, or in tanks or in acquariums in the house Pkt. 10 seeds 10c. \ Weel Aviad) oo let WHITLAVIA. YSQsENeeese Cw PERCE | Grandiflora—A plant with a iN glance delicate, handsome foliage, Kaionke wed she producing a constant succes- ZEE Fm sion of beautiful violet-blue, bell-shaped flowers about half an inch long and borne in & drooping clusters. Hardy an- nual; one foot high. Pkt. 4c. WILD OR a MIXED FLOWER GARDEN. | I make no apoligies when offering this mixture, containing as it }does a varied and select lot of beautiful easily grown flowers, and — producing constant and varied multi- tudes of blooms the whole season, and especially suited for those who wish only a few seeds of the leading varieties, or ammuch more exten- sive collection than their means will permit. In no other manner canso many seeds be obtained for such small cost. Don’t fail toinclude the Wild or Mixed Flower Garden in your order forseeds. Liberal Pkt, 5c, oz. 25c, 44 lb. V5e, 14 Ib. $1.25, lb. $2.00. « Pare E UG < TAY Steal WHR) g Oh The grandest evergreen plant we have for the lawn. The stately umps of bayonet-like leaves, bristling out from the center in very direction, are extremely ornamental, but in mid-summer they take onan added glory. Thick, woody flower stalks are thrown Mp and bear at their summit immense panicles of creamy, bell- jped flowers. A panicle will contain 300 florets. Pkt. 8c. SS eg |j| If you should receive an extra Catalogue, kindly hand the extra copy |)\to some friend who has a garden. ~_— 89 WONDROUS WEATHER PLANT. This beautiful piant has, during the last two years, created a great sensation throughout the world. It is said thatthe leaves by changing their position, foretell the weather two days inadvance, and ex- tensive experiments, by order of the Prince of Wales, sometime since, proves that it is in truth prophetic. Other tests and ex- periments have not been sosuccessful, and it is yet an open question as to its merits in this respect. It is at least a graceful vine with lovely foliage and flowers. My cut shows the position the leavesare sup- posed to assume in foretelling the weath- er. If the leaves stand upward from the twig, making with each other an angle of 45 degrees, the sky will be cloudless and the weather beautiful in all respects. If they standout straight,changeable weath-. er is indicated. As theleaves droop below the twig theindications range toward rain until, when the leaves hang straight down- ward water may be expected to fall in torrents. A local storm is indicated by the curling together of the leaves, and a fog by the bending of the twigs. Seeds times slow to germinate; should be soaked ZINNIAS. BUCKBEE’S MAMMOTH FLOWERED—Plants of vigorous growth, three feet high; profuse bloomers. Flowe1s extremely double and brilliant in color,while in size they surpass all other varieties. Grand prize mixed, pkt. 100 seeds 10c. MAMMOTH ZEBRA—This is really the finest strain of striped or Zebra Zinnias in cultivation. Pkt. 100 seeds 10c. CRESTED AND CURLED—F lowers large and double, the petals be- ing twisted and curved beautifully. Range of coloris remarkable. Bushy plants two feetindiameter. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. LILLIPUT MIXED—Half the height of ordinary Zinnias. Blossoms small, double and of very brilliant colors. Pkt. 50 seeds 6c. FIREBALL—Dwarf habit ; large, double blossoms of intense scarlet. It makes a fine border or mass. Pkt. 50 seeds 6c. SNOWBALL—Exactly like Fireball, except color, which is white as snow. Makes a charming contrast. Pkt. 50seeds 6c. Double Yellow. .Pkt. 50 Seeds 4c. | Double Orange... Pkt. 50 Seeds 4e¢. Double Purple..Pkt. 50Seeds 4c.| Double Black....Pkt. 50 Seeds 4c. Double Violet...Pkt. 50 Seeds 4c. | Double Blood Red.Pkt. 50 Seeds 4e, BUCKBEE’S SUPERIOR DOUBLE MIXED—The grandest mixture of double flowers; large size, brilliant colors. Pkt. 50 seeds 5c. FINE MIXED—All colors mixed. Pkt. 50 seeds 3c. SPECIAL OFFER—For only 60 cents I will send one liberal packet eae of the 14 superb varieties of Zinnias quoted above. Bas aS re, nee i > Do CE As SK oe _ SIN, » Sy) = fi TRL Every garden, every cottage, every fence, wall, stump, or old tree IMPELOPSIS. = is beau fied by Pieeeoneia pnalasitice flowering vines here offered. Vines are nature's draperies, and are essential toany and every attempt to beautify one’s home surroundings. Beautiful, beautiful yines many an unsightly object do they cover, many a lovely screen, or fence, or trellis do they make, masses of beautiful blossoms and graceful shade do they furnish. What could be more delightful than some of the following useful and ornamental climbers deco- tating yourhome? Sweet Peas, Morning Glories, Moon Flowers, Ampelopsis, Centrosema, Canary Bird Flower. Columbian Climber, Clematis, Gourds, Nasturtiums, Wild Cucumber, etc. _ Sow seed either indoors or in hot-beds or directly in the open ground as soon as warm and weather is settled. giving good, light, rich soil and do not plant too deep. Assoon as young plants are large enough thin out or trans- plant to permanent position. While little care need be given this delightful class of plants, you will be well repaid by giving the beds a medium amount of water and thorough cultivation, and in the instance of biennial or perennial varieties cover with straw or litter every fall to protect them from any sudden changes which may have a tendency to affect them. The following selection is all that can be desired among climbers: 1 CIRRHOSA — Frequently called A beautiful and a rapid grow- Adlumia, Mountain Fringe, Wood Fringe, Cruel Plant. ing climber, bearing an im- Alleghany Vine. A beautifuland gracefulclimber | mense number of pure white, bell-shaped, fragrant and profuse bloomer; beautiful flowers white and | flowers, and derives its name from the fact that pink. Hardy biennial. Height 15 feet. Pkt. 5c. | various insects in sucking honey of its blossoms g Sea ee nae ae ciueht fast and securely pea until thev =e en calle € ead. It thrives best inlightsoil. Ifitisstart Ampelopsis Veitchii. Boston or Japanese | early in the house it will bloom all summer. From Ivy. Thefashionable and most hardy wallclimb- | 15 to 20 feet high. Be sure and include it in your eroftheday. Clings tightly to rock, brick, etc., | collection. Pkt. Sc. and itis a wallof living green the summer through, ee turning in autumn to a flaming crimson, when it C b One of the finest of all climbers, and is certainly gorgeous. It stands the dust and dry 0 a4. .cually good for out-of-door or for air of cities aamirably. Before sowing,soakseed | house culture. Pretty foliage and large, beautiful in luke warm water; when large enough plant in | bell-shaped flowers that open a clear green, but permanent situation, giving very rich soil. Pkt.6c. | turn toa lovely purplish-blue. Plant seed edge- clio = Inia olan i d wise in moist but not wet soil; cover to prevent Balloon Vine Remarkable for its inflated | evaporation, and do not water again unless soil : * membraneous capsules. Some- | becomes very dry. When seed- times called ‘‘Love-in-a-Puff.””. A rapid and lings appear water with great gracefulclimber. Tender annual. Six feet high. | moderation until out of the seed The flowers are white. Pkt.4c. - leaf. SCANDENS—Fine bluish pur- 1 INDICA. A remarkably pretty Coccinea, timber. ty like foliage, bright | Plc: Pkt. 10seeds 8e. and luxuriant; never troubled with insects, and is ALBA—Fine pure white. PEt. admirably adapted for trellises, arbors,etc. Smal] | 10 seeds 8c. flowers soon followed by numerous fruits two in- —_—_—_- ches long which turn to scarlet. Pkt. 25 seeds 6c. Doli h HYACINTH BEAN. r Scarlet Flowered) = 52 sos. 3. - -- Pkt. 5c. everybody = COCCINEA= Fes White. Flowered >... 2.03003. ek... Pkt, 5c. will get some- Y x So SS SSS SSS thing, even if ve by, Clematis Well known and universally ad- | only 20 cents ¢ mired climbers, some of the varie- | worthis ties being remarkable for the beauty of their | ordered. blossoms. Fine for covering arbors, verandas, etc.,as they cling readily to almost any object. Most of the kinds are hardy, herba- ceous perennials but some little protection in northern latitudes, through winter is advised. Choicest mixed, pkt. dc. S. L. FIELD, Britt, Ia., writes: All of the seed purchased of you last spring gave good atisfaction. Novelty presents were exeellent. MRS. W. H. EVANS, Marion, Kansys writes: All seeds and plants received from Z ? : 9: 7 eee you have given perfect satisfaction, : 90 PnP pare aa -lery foliage and an abundance of bright, star-shaped rose scar- COLUMBIAN CLIMBER. The most superb of all ciimbers and used almost exclusively for decorating pillars, ete., at the Worlds Columbian Exposition where it was the admiration of all. It is a fine, rapid grower, 0 easy culture and always a mass of exquisite green, showing no’ bare spots. In addition to its beautiful foliage, it produces large i, A \ te and handsome bell-shaped blossoms in the greatest abundance and a7 Cn of the most varied beauty. You cannot afford to be without this SZ) beautiful climber. Although it does grandly outside, it is alsoa very fine house climber, and will do exceptionally well running over windows, etc. It rewards the grower with an abudance of beautiful flowers, green at first but rapidly changing toa beautiful deep violet blue. A well established plant will run from thirty to forty feet in aseason. It grows and flourishes everywhere, and you should give it a trial, as it will not fail giving you complete satisfac- tion, Annual. Pkt. 10 seeds dc. a WILD CUCUMBER VINE. The quickest annual climber for arbors, trellis, fences, etc., known. Makes the most mosaic covering. Never suffers from |the heat, but contains its fresh and lively green color, and what is of prime importance, hardly affected by warm or cold, /hot or dry weather, and is never infested by insects. Profuse in bloom. It will sow itself every year and come up in the same place. Sure to please you. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c. vs ~~ “ a 4 f . CYPRESS VINE. Ipomea Quamoclit. ae SWE | ™ y > ; } Leo A most beautiful climber, with delicate dark green feath- / - ~S AV (2-217, meeR 1 iant, and itis one of the =| best plants for covering verandas and trellises. - Heat, drought and in- : ; sects do not trouble it in the least. Pkt. 20 seeds 4c. let and white blossoms, which contrast most beautifully with the graceful foliage. Tender annual, fifteen feet high. Pkt. 25 seeds: Scarlet, 5c; Rose, 5c; White, 5; Mixed, 4c. _ SPECIAL OFFER—I will send One Liberal Packet each of the above four varieties of Cypress: Vine for only 12c. - GOURDS, Ornamental. A tribe of climbers with curiously shaped ‘fruit in variouscolors. Forms may be wonder- fully varied by tying strings around the young fruit or by enclosing same in a carved mould while growing, thus stamping on its surface any desired figures or letters that may be carved on the mould. Always sure to attract the attention of children, who love to play with the pretty and oddly crooked fruits. Many of these fruits keep for years, being very hard shelled. The vines grow very rapidly and are fine to cover old fences, trellises, etc. Tender annual. Pkt. 25 seeds 5c, oz. 10c. HUMULUS. | OR NEW LEOPARD LEAVED JAP- ANESE HOP—A strikingly beauti- ful annual climber of exceedingly rapid and dense growth, attain- ing a height of eighteen to twenty feet in a few weekstime. The leaves are a rich green, blotched and marked with gray. Is fine where a-quick growing and very densely leaved climber is desired. Valuable for trellis and high places. Pkt. 12 seeds 8c. HUMULUS JAPONICUS—One of the most rapid climbers grown. Seed can be sown in the open ground in spring and will attain enormous dimensions very quickly. The foliage is luxur- MINA LOBATA. Half hardy Mexican climbing annual. The buds are at first vivid red, but turn to orange yellow immediately before they open, and when fully expanded the flowers.are of a creamy-white shade. Pkt, 12 seeds 4c. Quantity of Seed in a Packet. Customers will please note my NEW DEPART— URE in stating the NUMBER OF SEEDS in a packet of the leading vegetable and flower seeds. Full count guaranteed. No less quantity than a Packet can be sold. In comparing my prices with those of other seedsmen you will readily see how reasonable my prices are for liberally filled packets of the best seeds that grow. CRUEL PLANT. A beautiful and a rapid growing climber, bearing 7 an immense number of pure white, bell-shaped, fra- grant flowers, and derives its name from the fact that various insects in sucking honey of its blossoms are caught fast and securely held untilthey are dead. It thrives best in light soil. If itis started early in the house it will bloomallsummer. F'rom fifteen to twenty feet high. Be sure and include it in your collection. Pkt. 8c. BY ALL MEANS! Take advantage of the astound-{ ing Flower Seed Collections offered * on pages 5 and 6 of this Catalogue. If You Receive An extra Catalogue please hand the same to some friend that has a garden, or if you wish copies sent to friends [I will do so with pleasure on receipt of their addresses. MR. ©. A. SIDERS, River Styx, Ohio, writes: “= g A great improvement over the old-fashioned Morning € R : HN WH = < / JK S é Glory. The most popular climber in cultivation. It is of 2y ; : J») ’ WY, Yj vigorous and rapid growth, attaining a height of fifteen to = 2 5 “A 4 Ye - Ye yy twenty feet, forming a dense screen of delightful green fol- 2 oY SES LS UX x Y/ WY, T lage, covered with pretty single flowers of the most brilliant Roy ” a hues. Admirably adapted to covering arbors, fences, out- é NE. DOUBLE LY Q NI I ; houses, etc. Hardy annual. Pkt. 50 seeds 8c, oz. 8c. ; Z i Se 7 VES D aS,: i T SPECI AL OFFER! For only 15¢ I will send Prepaid One Liberal Package Each of the Three Varieties of Morning Glories offered — th Oe NE KE VE EEA: on this Page. This is a Splendid Opportunity to secure these Beautiful Climbers. Don’t miss it. 2 Qo vn 4 Sometimes called ‘‘Look-at-Me.’’ A hard rennlal : Centrosema. vine that will bloom in June or July feOmiresed sown in April, and bears in profusion inverted pea-shaped flowers from 1 to 21¢ inches in diameter, ranging in color from a rosy violet to a reddish purple, with a broad feathered white marking through the center, while the large buds and back of the flower are pure white, appearing as if one plant bore many colored flowers. Pkt. 15 seeds 5c. I omoea Rapid growing annual climbing vines, with ornamental p * foliage and beautiful, most varied-colored flowers. As easily grown as the Morning Glory. Tender annual, 10 to 15 feet high. SETOSA—The new Brazilian Morning Glory. The lobed leaves are from 8 to 10 inches across; flowers pink; large. Pkt. 8c. BONA NOX—Good Night, or Evening Glory. ost beautiful large violet flowers. Pkt. 4c. COCCINEA—Star Ipomoea. Of wonderful apid growth; dense foliage covered with undreds of scarlet flowers. Pkt. 4c. HEDERACEA GRANDIFLORA SUPERBA— ich sky blue flowers, white margin; very andsome. Pkt. 4c. HEDERACEA GRANDIFLORA SUPERBA LBA-—White flowers. Pkt. 4c. ah : GRANDIFLORA, Striped- Leaved Mixed— e7 2 oK r lowers fragrant and beautiful; ultrama- ¥ yb df y E \ zine biue edged with sky blue, pink throat. A Wit) @ ! we = ¥ i ct. 4c. } AUN rN TA AHTNN) = | a LIMBATA, Mixed — Star shaped violet | AES 7 Arashi: 3 Linaria Or Kenilworth Ivy—A. very flowers with white margin; blue flower 2 pretty and well-known with lilac centers. Pkt. 4c. , | hardy trailing plant for covering rock Area ae Naa In great variety. | work, and very useful for hanging Seat) ; 3 | baskets. Flowers are small but pretty, and for a drooping plant nothing can be better as it is easily grown from seed. | Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. 4q Graceful climber for Maurandia. green - house, parlor, baskets, or out-of-door purposes. Set out in the border with a little frame to which to attach their tendrils, they will be loaded all the season with rich purple, white and rose, fox glove shaped blossoms. Quite tender perennial climber, blooming first season. Six feet high. Choicest kinds mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. { 1 A very curious annual climb- Momordica. er, with yellow blossoms and foliage similar to the canary bird flower. The fruit,the chief curiosity, is egg and pear shaped, and covered with many excrescences, and when ripe bursts suddenly open, scattering its seed and showing a brilliant carmine interior. Fine for trellises, fences, stumps, etc. Finest mixed. Pkt. 4c. New Cross-Bred o; Hybrid Moon Flower, Variety —Of great value | for the north, as it is in full bloom one month | before the White Seeded. The flowers are 4 to 6 inches across, and very numerous. The foliage is of three distinct types. This is one of A{ SPECIAL OFFER. I will send One Liberal Packet Each of the Eight Above Varieties of Ipomoea for 25 CENTS. . | the most vigorous of all the summer climbers. ) Will grow thirty to forty feet in asingle season, ) and be covered with its large, white flowers every evening and cloudyday. Complaint is sometimes made that the seed fails to grow satisfactorily. This is en- tirely due to the method of treatment. If the hard outer / coat of seed is cut through with a sharp knife ‘and the seed planted in a warm place and the soil kept moist, germination will take place in ten days to two weeks. After the plants are up, keep growing vigorously and plant in rich soil after frosts are past. Pkt. 8c. ‘ | WHITE-SEEDED—This is the variety most generally grown, being larger in flower, firmer in texture and of | sweeter odor than the Black Seeded variety, which we have now discarded; the vines are almost covered with thousands of immense white flowers many of them meas- uring over seven inchesacross. Pkt. 5c. '© Thunbergia Or Black-Eyed-Susan— Very elegant and slender / ) ‘man 9 growing climbers,rapidly covering wire trellises | and also useful for vases in the garden or house. Can also be grown || without support, and one plant will form a beautiful mat three to four | feet in diameter. The colors are pure white, light yellow and deep | orange and of each color there is a variety with white eye, also with black lN\# eye. They continue in flower allsummer. A very pretty plant for garden. nn || Choicest mixed. Pkt. 15 seeds 3c. H era i Ea wi OA Opes | ZV BN ee Tropaeolum, or Climbing Nasturtium—See page 82.’ SS Ry Coe hey’ SV iin | . WWis’2 Zave ‘eB Wh : Z \ x Wh | Rapid growing, hardy climbing vine; covered |\\\ Whey j ) Trumpet Creeper. summer and fall with charming vines, covered ly The yp Mapa oN Ala Ly if} masses of bloom. Flowers are of large size and.exceedingly brilliant and \ \ / < i} 9 | showy. You can find nothing in the way of a climber more satisfactory. 4c. 93 THE SWEET PEA has become one of the most popular of culti- vated flowers, and admired not only in the largest and best ‘‘places”’ but in the humblest garden. Not onlydo they readily adapt them- selves to circumstances, giving lots of bloom, no matter how un- favorable the conditions, but repay better care and culture witha ~ proportionate abundance of bloom. Everyone who cultivates flowers should plant Sweet Peas, for the list of distinct and beau- ~ tiful varieties is now so large that no one will tire of them. Sweet Peas do best in a moderately rich soil,which ~ Cultu Fe. has been made so by repéated manurings rather © than by a single heavy application. The use of fresh manureor ~ even a large quantity of well rotten manure tends to produce coarse vines and smaller. weaker colored flowers. Work the soil thor- - oughly as earlyin the spring as it can be done without making it | sticky and hard; then make a trench about six inches deep and about eight inches wide at the bottom, the sides sloping to the sur- face, and sow the seedin double rows six inches apart, dropping in —_ ‘ — os a — o each row from six to twenty-four seeds to the foot, according as size or quantity of bloom is most desirable; thin sowings will give the largest flowers, and thick sowings the most of them. Cover with one or two inches of soil and see that the ends of the particlly — / plants are about five incheshigh, fill up the trench; this isa very essential thing to do for this method secures deep rooting, essential to long continued blooming, without danger of losing the seed from too deep planting. As fastas the flowers come into full bloom they should be cut, for if the pods are allowed to form the : | filled trenches are open, so that no water can standin them. After the | | plants wil! soon stop flowering. EMILY HENDERSON— A perfectly pure white variety of great beauty. Especially fine for cut flower work. One of the best. Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 14 1b. I8c, lb. 50c. s BLANCHE BURPEE. Pure white of most exquisite form and of vate : Blanche Burpee. immense size, having a bold, rigid, upright Katherine Trac shell-shaped standard of great substance, and a wonderfully free y. bloomer. Is free from the objectionable notch (in the top of the The Largest and Finest Pink Sweet Pea. Perfect| standard). Pkt. 4c, oz. tc, 74 Ib. 20¢, 1b. 60c. in Form, Unsurpassed in Size. ; Thecoloris soft but brilliant pink, of precisely the ssame shade in wingsand standard. Its form is perfect, and the strong growing plants are vigorous and give a -wonderful profusion of flowers, which continue large -and fine until the end of the season. In hardiness, pro- lific howering habit, durability and practical usefulness, this is greatly superior to many large flowering sorts of recentintroduction. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 1b. 20c, lb. 60c. ++ + Cupids. a NEW WHITE CUPID—The plant forms a compact, moss- dike bunch about nine inches high and about eighteen -inches across, producing an abundance of clear, white flowers of fine form and substance. It is well suited for growing in pots or as a border plant. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10e. NEW PINK CUPID—TIdentical to the above in every -way except color which is a beautiful pink. Very free flowering. Pkt. 5c, oz. lic. a ns * Pinks and Reds, Choicest Mixed—Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, +4 Ib. 18c, lb. 50c. E gee Los hee ay Extra Early Blanche Ferry. (70 cee ta In Full Bloom Two Weeks Before Any Other Sort, And of Very Dwarf Habit. Se ele The fiowers have the bright contrast of color which has made «the Blanche Ferry so popular, the wings being nearly white, while the standard is deep rose pink, becoming more intense near the base. The plants are exceedingly hardy, vigorous and floriferous, -and at the same time very dwarf, making it particularly desirable for greenhouse culture. Inside it occupies less space, and gives flowers sooner than any other sweet pea, and it does equally well out of doors, needing less trellising than other kinds; in fact it -can be grown outside with great satisfaction without any support. Bkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 4 1b. 20c, 1b. 60c. AMERICA—Handsome new variety; cardinal striped standard on a beautiful white ground. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 4% 1b. 20c, Ib. 60c. DAYBREAK—An exquisite new variety; white, veined and mottled with rich scarlet. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 1b. 20c, Ib. 60c. JUANITA—An exceedingly fine new variety; white, flaked with light blue. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 1b. 20c, 1b. 60c. ODDITY—A beautiful yet odd variety; pale carmine, edged with rose. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 4% lb. 20c, lb. 60c. fRAMONA—A rare and refined variety, creamy white flaked with soft pink. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 14 1b. 20c, 1b. 60c. APPLE BLOSSOM—Standard rose pink; lighter at the base; wings lighter than standard. Very large and handsome flower. Pkt. = PIDS Be, 02. 6c, 4 Ib. 18c, Ib. 50c. CUPIDS. White, Countess of Aberdeen. mareined with pale pink; finely formed standards; a distinct, charming flower. Pkt. dc. : Deep orange-cerise ground Mikado. striped white; exquisite form and good size; very desirable. Pkt. dc. NEW DOUBLE SWEET PEA—A pleasing de- velopement of this popularsort. The seed I offer is saved from best plants ; one-third will produce double flowers. PEt. 5c, 0z.10c. © BUCKBEE’S GILT EDGE MIXED— Contains © in splendid mixture the above magnificent © sorts as well asmany new hybrids. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 1b. 30c, 1b. $1.00. : | SS) ECKFORD’S CHOICEST MIXED—Including a — “splendid mixture, the cream of Mr. Eck- ford’s sorts. Pkt. 4c, oz. 7c, 1441b.15c,1b.40e 4 ALL COLORS MIXED—Sure to please. Pkt. 2e, oz. 5c, 14 1b. 12e, lb. 35e. Blues and Purples, Choicest Mixed—Pkt. 3c, oz. 6c, 44 1b. 18c, 1b. 50c. SPECIAL OFFER. One Packet Each of the above 20 Grandest of all Sweet Peas for Only 60c, Postpaid. | | New Yellow Sweet Pea. A Wonderful and | Beautiful Everblooming Variety. *& This is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful, in- teresting and easily grown plants in existence; low growing, profusely branching plant, every branch ending in racemes six to ten inches long, of beautiful large, sweet pea-like flowers. These flowers are of a thick substance, fragrant and of a golden yellow color (except the keel in the center, whick looks like brown velvet) and are followed by clusters of short, smooth pods. { can recommend this most magnificent variety, knowing that it will give purchasers the greatest satisfaction. It blooms the first year from seed, and in the garden may be treated as an annual. This is certainly one of the finest novelties ever intro- duced. A plantin bloom reminds one of a shower of gold. Pkt. 10c, 3 pkts. 25c. | American This is a mixture of seedlings not yet named, They are the result of Seedlings crossing and recrossing the choicest ° of the new, and magnificent large flowering varieties, and thisseed will produce flowers | of the largest size, finest form and in an endless va- riety of colors. We are sure that our customers, es- ) pecially sweet pea fanciers will be delighted with the new colors they find in this mixture. Pkt. 5c, oz. 8c, VY Ib. 2dc, 14 Lb. 40c, 1b. 75c. ) BRILLIANT—Flower of good size and substance. Standard round and inclined to eurve forward. Colorvery brilliant rich red. A ~ most striking and beautiful variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. CROWN JEWEL—Pale standards tinted and veined with violet rose; the wings creamy, slightly tinted with rose; a most profuse bloomer. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. BURPEE’S EARLIEST OF ALL—Every sweet pea fancier will be anxious to have this distinct new strain, when we state that it is identical with Extra Early Blanche Ferry, except that it is more dwarf in growth and comes into bloom at least ten days earlier. Pkt. 10c, oz. 40c. ‘ | CAPTIVATION —Rosy-purple self, finely expanded, shell-shaped ) standard; a charming novelty, distinct and beautiful. When the sun shines upon the flower the shadings are charming. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. COQUETTE—Large finely formed flower. Standard warm prim- rose with a shade of purple; wings primrose. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. CREO LE This is a chance seedling from Lemon Queen; the * flowers are of the same open, expanded form, of good substance and large size, the vines average three flowers on a stem; the standard is light pinkish-lavender, wings pure laven- | der. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10ce. GOLDEN GATE—Its peculiar form is unlike any other sweet pea. The novel feature is seen in the long, pointed wings, which stand upright (like ears of a rabbit), nearly parallel with the standard, suggesting the name Golden Gate. The numerous strong stems bear three and four flowers each. The standard is soft pinkish-mauve; wings a lighter mauve and lavender. Pkt. 5c. oz. 10e. LOTTIE To those who are quite familiar with the popular Ramona, we can best describe Lottie HUTCHINS Hutchins by saying that it s daintily flaked t * with pink in the same manner, but on a cream | ground instead of white, making a richer and even more lovely effect. The flowers are of well expanded grandiflora type, large in size and finely formed, borne on heavy stems. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c. STELLA MORSE—The blossom opens with a most fascin- ating shade of deep cream, which becomes a little lighter as the flower grows older. About the third day it is a delicate primrose, with a faint rose-pink on the edge. It has the most perfect form, being of the largest grandiflora hooded type, and grows on long stems, with three or four flowers to the stem. Itisa thrifty, vigorous grower, and a profuse bloomer. No one has seen this new sweet pea without being in love with it—its pleasing grace- fulness and. soft delicate coloring being unrivalled. Give this variety a trial. Pkt. 5c, oz. lic. EW YELLOW; a= 5s 95 : CD(DRe SSS '<) SWEET PEF | ALICE ECKFORD-Rich cream-tinted, cerise standard ; white wings; a very beautiful flower, the most charming in our entire list. The flowers are produced in great abundance. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. AURORA—F lowers very large, of fine substance, three and four om astem. Color flaked and striped bright orange salmon; white ground. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. : LOVELY—A most pleasing shade of pink, wings delicate rose: charming color; large, very grand flower. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. LITTLE DORRITT—Carmine tinted pink; standard of finest form = large, white wings; colors beautifully harmonized. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. HONOR edged. The flowers, borne three on a stem, are of O the finest hooded form, entirely free from the notches so conspicious in many sorts, while in size and substance: are fully equaltoany. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. MARS—Bright fiery crimson deepening with age. A large, finely expanded, bold flower of the most beautiful form. A great ad- vance onevery crimson yet introduced. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. MODESTY—This is the most delicate pink in existence. Flowers: of large size and perfect form are borne profusely three on a. stem; stem is of unusual length. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c. PRIMA DONNA—A most lovely shade of soft pink, of large size and fine form; a great gem, very frequently bears four flowers on a. stem, which are extremely prettily placed. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. ROYAL ROSE—The standards deep, rosy pink; the wings are most. charming light rosy pink, almost self-colored flower of handsome: shape and immense size. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. SALOPIAN—Is a superbly beautiful variety. Color deep crimson, tinged with mulberry-red, suffused with rich orange-scarlet ; the flowers are large, finely formed and handsome. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c.. SHAZADA—This is a magnificent advance in the shade of this flower being of the deepest indigo black. The blossom is of the largest grandiflora form and good substance. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. TRIUMPH—Is a flower of enormous size, a veritable giant among: sweet peas. The standard is bold and well expanded, and of the most exquisite bright orange-pink; the wings white, slightly flushed with delicate purple; a perfect flower. Pkt. 5c,,0z..10c- RED_” RIDING .. HOOD. Named appropriately ‘‘ Red Riding Hood,” for it is as close an imitation of a di- minutive hood as could be made. The standard forms a perfect back ruffled into the wings which form the sides, from between which peeps a part of the white keel, quite like a face. The standard and the wings are a rosy pink, shading to a bluish white. Pkt, 5c,0z.10c. The coloring of this variety is very beautiful, being light blue on a white ground, shaded and. RED RIDING HOOD. \\ Ly Wika TLE S . MLL TOTTI? SS ae 05 Wh Enutrsauerr| J. <“Pegmagee=e? SS XA CULTURE. 7» :2e4 * of green- house plants require extra care in sowing, as the seeds are yery fine and delicate. The pans must be well drained, say half filled with erocks, and on this a layer of rough, fibrous peat or turf, and filled up with acompostof the fol- lowing proportions: Two-thirds light, rich loam, one-third peat, Silver sand and thoroughly de- cayed cow manure, the whole thoroughly well mixed together. Make the surface as smooth as . possible, and sprinkle a little silver sand over it: water with a fine hose. Afterthe pans have thorough- ly drained the seed must be very evenly and thoroughiy sown. It wili require no covering. Aftersow- AIA ing place the pans under glass in a close frame, (it will require no artificial heat) keep shaded as expos- KhH9@$'@—»—V_ re for short time to the sun’s rays is often enough to scorch the delicate leaves and rootlets of the seedlings. LL Directly the plants are large enough to handle they must be pricked into other pans which have been prepared in Z2Z the same manner as for seed sowing, and allowed to grow until they touch each other, then shifted into small pots and replaced in-the close frame. Assoon as the roots fill these pots it will be necessary to repot in larger sizes. _Will not do well if replaced in frames or put on shelves in greenhouse near the glass; water regularly, re- pot and shake when required. If troubled with green fly, select a quiet evening and fumigate with tobacco. The satisfaction derived from the cultivation of House Plants is not alone in seeing them bloom. There is joy in seeing them grow and develop day by day, and the one who starts a plant from seed and rears it up to bloom gets all the pleasure there is in the plant culture. Begonias, Carnations, Chrysanthemums, Coleus, Cyclamen, Ferns, Gloxinias, Heliotropes, Primroses, Rhodochiton, Etc., Are easily grown from seed, and it is really fascinating to raise them in this way, watching each plant as it unfolds its first bloom, noting its form, color and other characteristics, and when occasionally 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 is ours. It is from seed that all new varieties of house plants are produced, and it is not uncommon for a seedling Chrysanthemum or Carnation to be worth more than a thousand dollars. Our strains of all these seeds are much finer than are usually sold. ABUTILON. ~CALCEOLARIA. Often called ‘‘ Flowering Maple” or ‘‘ Chin- Not one in ten of our customers have seen ese Bell Flower.’’ As indispensable for the a Calceolaria in bloom, yet it is one of the window or greenhouse as the Petunia is for handsomest and most striking of all pot the flower garden. Will stand more abuse plants we know of. The seeds are fine and and neglect than almost any other house must be sown with care, but after they are plant. Grows rapidly from seed and is soon 2% fairly up they grow finely and will bloom in bloom. Leaves are very ornamental, and “ynext winter. Each plant bears hundreds of are often beautifully variegated. Lovely pocket-like flowers spotted and marked in bell-shaped flowers, borne the year around, in £ be most curiousmanner. Exceptionally fine all colors—white, pink, yellow, orange, red,& or growing in pots in the conservatory and etc. Perennial. Bloomssoon after planting. in the greenhouse and garden. Perennial. New Fancy California Seedlings. Mixed. All Finest Hybrids Mixed, pkt. 100 seeds 10c. colors, pkt. 25 seeds 8c. CACTUS BEGONIAS. Latest craze in flowers. Very wae and odd- Are among the most beautiful window plants; of looking species of plants, which will thrive anywhere exceedingly easy culture, producing a profusion of with little ornocare. Butlittle watering is required. elegant flowers. The seed is fine, and willneed great Flowers are of the most exquisite beauty and are de- care in sowing. Plants often bloom in six or eight liciously fragrant. The wonderand attraction of all. months from time of sowing. It makes a valuable li Don’t fail to try this greatest of all curiosities—the bedder for CALCEOLARIA. Cactus. Choicest Mixed, pkt. only 8c. out-doors in summer. REX—3—A beautiful class of Begonias with elegantly variegated leaves. Delicate and beautiful flowers borne in great pro- fusion. Choice mixed, pkt. 40 seeds 1dc, VERNON—This variety is distinguished from the rest by the splendid coloring of its foliage and flowers. When young its foliage is a very dark green. It has bright orange carmine flowers, which contrast beautifully with the foliage. Covered with bloom from May until late in the fall. Will give you unbounded oes sasisfattion. Pkt. 50 seeds 5c. Rca TUBEROUS ROOTED, SINGLE MIXED—1— ¥ Flowers are of immense size and of rare and vivid coloring, being so strikingly handsome that they command the admir- ing attention and unstinted praise of all who see them. They are very profuse bloomers. Pkt. 75 seeds 12c. TUBEROUS ROOTED, DOUBLE MIXED—2— Flowers of unusual sizeand exceptionally ; f ; beautiful in coloring, single florets often = = : = : measuring from 6 to 9 inches in circum- TRS a HAS = ference. Perfectly double and of extreme- ~ ; ys) CYCLAMEN. ly rare beauty. Pkt. 75 seeds 18c. 96 jae = CARNATIONS. (ianthus caryopnyttus.) An indispensable feature in every collection of house or con- servatory plants, as their wide range of colors, perfectly shaped and highly perfumed flowers on long stems makes it the very best for cut flowers, etc. The plants may be set in the open ground during the summer, where they will flower as profusely as when grown in pots in the house during the winter. Half hardy peren- nial. Twelve to eighteen inches high. MARGUERITE—In the flowers of recent introduction there has not been one that is more of an advance in certain features over exsisting forms of its species than this. The gain in time is simply marvelous, producing flowering plants in four to five months; the old kind require at least a year. The flowers are large, double, very fragrant,and borneingreatabundance. Height about fifteen inches. Pkt. 100 seeds 5c. EXTRA CHOICEST DOUBLE MIXED—Saved from the finest greenhouse varieties. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Chrysanthemum seed sown in the spring will produce large and vigorous plants in the fall, which will give a profusion of fine flowers, even more than old plants. The seed we hereoffer is from & prize collection of over two hundred varieties, including all the latest novelties in all the classes—Japanese, Chinese, Incurved, Anemone-flowered, Pompons, etc., and will produce a magnificent array of varieties. It matters not how many plants you raise no two will be alike, and some are likely to be very valuable. All colors, shapes, sizes and varieties will be produced. The great beauty of a collection of seeding Chrysanthemums cannot be ap- reciated until it isseen. They are grand and are easily raised. Boeds germinate freely and quickly, and the plants being of a hardy and robust nature make rapid growth. Buckbee’s prize mixed. Pkt. 75 seeds 10c. COLEUS. Probably there is no other kind of ornamental fol- iage plant so well known and universally admired asthe Coleus. The leaves are of many shapes, shades and colors, and nearly all have a rich velvety appearance of extraordinary beauty. Indispensable for ribbon and car- is, bedding, or as single specimens. Choicest mixed. kt. 150 seeds 8c. ’ CUPHEA. Fine genusof plants. Beautiful ornamental and free blooming both in the window collection and in the gar- den. The plant is literally covered with large numbers of small, fascinating tubular-like flowers of avery bright red color. Cupheas are very easily grown, and admira- bly adapted for house culture during the winter. Be sure toinclude this handsome plant in your collection. It will certainly de’ ght you. Tender perennial. Extra fine mixed. Pkt. bc. CYCLAMEN. One of the very best window plantsincultivation. Very easily grown ~.om seed, and everyone who grows house plants should try apacket. Every seed will grow, but will take from three to six weeks togerminate. Seed should therefore be started early in hot-beds or house, to give plants a long period of growth, that they may be ready for winter blooming. There are few handsomer plants than Cyclamen. The heart-shaped foliage is very beauti- fully marked, and the charming flowers borne on long footstalks above the crown of foliage show exquisite shades of white, crim- son, blush and pink, most flowers showing two'colors. A good specimen will have from twenty to fifty flowers in full bloom at 97 one time, and the plants remain in bloom for months together. Tender perennial; one foot high. PERSICUM—Persian. Splendid mixed. Pkt. 20 seeds 5c. GIGANTEUM—Beautifully mottled leaves and very large flow- ers of all colors. Pkt. 15 seeds 8c. CINERARIA. A wondrously beautiful greenhouse plant, and not at all hard to grow. Seeds germinate quickly and easily, and young plants grow without any trouble. Keepinashady place oversummer and remove to house in fall. Use insecticides to keep freefrom aphis, and as flower buds show give a good light. A beautiful plant, the large luxuriant leaves surmounted in late winter and spring by large quantities of Aster-like flowers of the most brilliant colors. Nothing could be moreeffecitive inthe window. Tender perennial. One foot high. Double extra choice mixed. Pkt. 75 seeds 10c. FERNS. Ferns are exquisite for table or drawing room decoration, war- dian cases, hanging baskets or rockeries. Sporesare very fine and should be surface sown on sifted soil and covered with glass. If sown in ordinary pot saucers, necessary moisture can be supplied by placing a saucer of soil inside of a larger saucer that has been filled with tepid water. The water will filter through and will not wash the soil over the spores as surface watering is apt to do. Finest species mixed. Pkt. 10c. FUCHSIA. The Fuchsia is as easily grown from seed as cuttings. From seed many new varieties are obtained. Flowers freely the first year in the open ground, while the plants can be taken in the house in the winter, where they will flower still more freely. The seed I offer has been saved from the very finest single and double var ieties. Half hardy perennial. Pkt. 20 seeds 10c. GLOXINIA. The Gloxinia is a grand flower and makes a lovely pot plant as easy to grow and care for as many of the common flowers. The handsome bell-shaped flowers embrace a great variety of the riche est and most beautiful colors, ranging from pure white to dark, blood red, pink, blush, lavender, indigo-blue; marbled and spotted. They will bloom in four or five months from time seed is sown, Tender perennial. Mixed pkt. 75 seeds 10ce. GERANIUM. The most popular plant grown for pot culture in the winter or bedding out in summer. There are no flowering plants more grown, and cestainly none are more suitable for large beds where a massof bloom is desired, or for single specimens in pots for the house. But few are aware that they can be grown easily from seed and flower the first season if sown early, and will frequently reward the cultivator with charming new varieties; in fact, pro- pogation by seed is the only sure way to obtain new varieties. The seed I offer this season has been saved from 25 of the finest varieties grown, including Madam Thebault, Mrs. Garfield,Gen. Grant, Capt. Ains- worth, LittleGem,, Cloth of Gold, Hap- py Thought, Snow on Mountain, Bea- consfield and Adonis; also in- cluded in this‘mixe 3 ture areseven var- ieties of Pelargone iums, or Lady Washington, and two Ivy Leaved varieties. There can be no finer mixed Gevanium, and it cannot fail to bring forth some Single and double GERANIUM. splendid new varieties. Half hardy perennial. mixed. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. GERANIUM, APPLE SCENTED—A beautiful basket plant of luxuriant trailing growth and handsome round leaves, that exhale a perfume like rich luscious apples. A favorite with all who grow it, and a grand foliage plant. Pkt. 10c. LEMON VERBENA. Everybody knows the Lemon Verbena, and all should have a. few specimens of it for its fragrant foliage is very fine to use in bouquets and other floral work. Pkt. 50 seeds 4c. duration bedding out. floral world. Lantana. Grows very quickly and blossoms from seed the first summer. Exceedingly fine for summer bedding, and as for pot plants they are everywhere popular. My strain comprises all of the large flowering varieties in choice mixture. Tender biennial. Pkt. 25 seeds 4c. Oxalis. Very pretty herbaceous plants, with rich, rose colored blos- goms.. They do well in a mixture ofloam and sand. Desirable for eenhouse, rock work or baskets. Half hardy perennial. Se- ected mixed. Pkt. 150 seeds 3c. Oleander. A popular plant, well known and admired for its profusion of large double blossoms of delicate colors. They will commence blooming when very small, and their great beauty is a revelation toall. Half hardy perennial. Choicest mixed. Pkt. 4c. Palms. Por decorating the green house, lawn, piazzas, parlor, din- ner table, etc. Easily grown from seed. Soak in luke warm Water and plant in light soil. Chcicest mixed. Pkt. 15c. Dassion Flower. This very elegant vine can easily be grown from the seed. %¢ is very beautiful for windows, and makes a Magnificent ciimber out- doors. Half hardy per- ennial. Choicest mixed. Pkt. 5c. Don’t fail to notice our SPECIAL ¢ FLOWER SEED : MIXTURES on page 102. as = > — PASSION FLOWER. Heliotrope. Heliotrope is a universai favor- ite on account of its delightful fragrance and bloom, flowering : = | equally well as = \| bedding plants in the summer, or as pot plants in the house during the winter. Seed sown in the spring makes fine plants for Tender Biennial. Dwarf Morning Glory. Convolouius Minor Grandifiora. The wonder of the age. blooming variety. After years of skillful fertil- izing I place before the public this beauty of the during the winter. enough transplant them in four inch jars or boxes, and give same treatment as you woulda Geranium. The plant growsin ashowy, stocky, trailing manner, and bears an immense quantity of richly colored flowers which resemble its near relative—our favorite Climbing Morning Glory. Extra mixed. Pkt. 25 seeds 5e. of Areas easily grown as Ver Pkt. 150 seeds Se. A winter house The seed may be started any time < Yj When plants are large ZY Rhodochiton Volubile. This is a splendid climber, : growing about ten feet high, and a pretty subject for trellises. The flowers are two inches long, curiously formed and of a rick claret red, and hung on long graceful stems. Will flower from seed the first season. Pkt. 20 seeds 8c. ‘2; Primula Sinensis. sy (Chinese Primrose) Many persons seem to think Primulas are suc- cessfully propagated only in a greenhouse, hence we its chief merit is in its exquisitely beautiful foliage. Grows from five to ten feet high. Pkt. 60 seeds 5c, 14 oz. 30c, oz. 50c. ieties and colors—blue, lavender and white. scented varieties are This is a grand and beautiful flow- er for all purposes. mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c. JOSEPH EDWARD, Berlin Center, gare oe find amateurs often reluc- Zee s" tant to attempt their cul- conditions are observed and give’ a succession of flowers throughout the season, and are prized for both their beauty and deli- eatefragrance. Superans mixed. Pkt. 50 seeds 10c. Smilax. This elegant vine is ve 4 easily grown from seed, “— Which, though slow to germinate, is sure togrow. It is not * only a fine window vine, but exceedingly fine for outdoor planting wherever a small growing vine is wanted. In the ~open ground it grows luxuriantly, furnishing great quantities ofits dainty, glossy-green sprays. which are exquisite to use in —— cut-flower work, and remain fresh and green until after early frosts. In the house it requires good light and freedom from dust. The feathery little blooms are delicately fragrant, but Tender perennial. ; Violet. A fine collection of many fine var- Many of the finest included. Splendid THE EXQUISITE DELIGHT —™3—> of seeing a bed of flowers of your own raising, and thoroughly good, will be apt to inspire a real ambition and lay the foun- dation for future success with more difficult flowers. Ohio, writes: ‘* The seed I received From you turned dut to be very good. Wil order my seed from you for another year.”’ 98 THE CREAM OF HARDY PERENNIALS. These are all hardy plants which livein the garden year after year, blooming every spring or summer with little or no care. They are exceedingly beautiful, while many of them areamong the brightest gems of the floral kingdom. Asarule they bloom early inthe spring when the garden is almost destitute of flowers. What garden is complete without the Columbine, Foxglove, Larkspur, Pinks, Hollyhocks, Sweet William, Coreopsis, Canterbury Bells, Candytuft, Alyssum, ete. Do not fail to sow seed of a good collection of these beautiful hardy plants this season; they will be a joy for the rest of your life. Many of the varieties will bloom the first year if started indoors or in a hot-bed. Ordinarily seed is sown as soon as ground is warm and settled, in good, light, rich soil nicely prepared; transplant to permanent position when large enough. While little care need to be given this delight- fulclass of plants, you will be well repaid by giving the beds a good mulching every fall and covering with straw or litter to protect them from any sudden changes which may have a tendency to affect them. A a adonis Autumnalis. I A handsome, hardy herbac- ti P peo ait (t eous annual, one foot high, ,RgaseiieCal4 Sees having finely cut dark green 44 S foliage, in which are set the intense blood red flowers, giv- ing the plant a very striking appearance. Pkt. 6c. Adonis Vernalis. A very fine, early spring perennial, one foot in height and bearing a profusion of flowers of bright yellow shade. Fine for permanent edging or borders. Pkt. 5c. ALYSSUM, SAXATI LE. Lovely, very hardy plant; during May is a mass of bright golden blossoms. _ In appear: ance it is like the ordinary free blooming annual variety. Height one foot. Pkt. 4c. ANETIONE Among the earliest and brightest of spring ARABIS Among the earliest blooming plants, and very * flowers. The colors run through several * useful for rock work, edgings, etc. Hardy per- shades. Hardy perennial; twofeethigh. Pkt.8c. ennial; nine inches high. Pkt. 7c. AURICULA. 41:0 called Primula Auricula and French} Candytuft, or Iberis Sempervirens. Cowslip. This is an old and well known s cs nf i ix i One of the best early perennials; extra fine for cemetery work favorite. Culture the same as for Primrose. Six inches u as the plants are a Os ad ee cm ‘i solid mass of white choicest varieties. at time flowers are Canterbury NS Oe most scarce, and be- Tees iO Corr P? Bells, or ing perfectly hardy BE Se eRe ee F I), 6 be, 1 needs no fussing Christmas me Cam panula. with. Preuty plant x Sale id Handsome plant of to grow. t. 5e. Rose. stately growth, rich & SNOW CREST—Pkt. 4c. Cieome, or Spider color.and profuse bloom. Succeeds best in light, rich soil, and should be transplanted two feet apart. Has large, bell- This elegant plant: blooms in December‘ regardless of ice and snow, with fra- Branca Beane as gue shaped flowers, which Flower. at unfolds’ her are strikingly effective. Most beauti bosom of tintish Double mixed colors, all arden pee loveliness and bows herself with modest grace’midst the gar- finest strain. Pkt. 100 seeds4c. Single mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 8c. Flowers deep pur- KU r ple pink. Stamens EB A, \ several inches long, landed beauties AURICULA. hence its nam nursed into perfection by nature ’neatha Juneday sun. A fine pot CHRISTMAS. ROSE. Pkt. 100 seeds 4e ee plant. Pkt. 5c. CEDRONELLA CANA. 4. beautiful hardy, ever- COLUMBINE, or AQUILEGIA, ° green,perennial plant, hav- Every well regulated yard has a space devoted to perennials, ing fragrant leaves | and no bed of perennials would be complete without a due propor- and producing long | tion of Columbine. Easiest culture, and when established will fur- spikes of salvia- | nish graceful and beautiful flowers. Extra fine double mixed, best 4 shapedcrimson blos-| and finest colors. Two to three feet high. Pkt. 5c. soms. Three feet high. Pkt. 4c. FRAGRARIA INDICA Hardy perennial, herbac- 9 eous creeper, from India, BOCCONIA (with yellow blossoms and bright red fruit like small strawberries. JAPONICA Elegant for rock work or hanging baskets. Pkt. 3c. Stately and showy, per- fectly hardy herbaceous perennial, suitable for planting singly or i groups. One of the earl- iest plants to begin growth in thespring. Handsome foliage. Height four to seven feet. Pkt. 8c. WHY I DO IT! I give more ‘‘Live Seed”’ for the same price or less than any other firm. Yes, Tam the grower and you save middleman’s profit. Don’t Fail to tal'e advan- ——= tage flower seed collections ANTERBURY BELUS or CAMPs a. _~—s«OOflered on pages 5 and 6. 99 COREOPSIS, LANCEOLATA. This handsome perennial has grown in fayor so rapidly that it is now probably the most popular var- iety in cultivation. Our own estimation of the plant is such that if we had room to plant but one plant of this class it would surely be this Golden Coreopsis, which begins to flowerearly in June and continues to flower until cut down by severe freezing weather. It is‘cOntinually onemass of goldenyellow. The flowers, & Which are graceful of form, are invaluable for cutting for decorative purposes. It is easily grown, perfect- ly hardy, succeeding in almostany location, and after once being planted takes care of itself. Height two feet. Pkt. 7c. FOX GLOVE. One of our special favorites. This, with the Double Hollyhock and Lark- spur, form a stately trio of fine, tall, grow- ing plants; indeed nothing finer can be chosen for back-grounds, center of wide borders, interspersing with shrubbery, etc. If plants are not allowed to seed they are crowned for months by long pyramidal spikes of lovely pendent thimble-shaped bells, snow-white, rosy-blush, exquisitely shaded and spotted. Splendid mixed. Pkt. 200 seeds 4c. GAILLARDIA, GRANDIFLORA. . This charming perennial is one of the showiest and . most effective of all. Beginning to flowerin June, they continue one mass of bloom the entire season. They will thrive in almost any position orin any soil, but res- pond freely to liberal feeding. Being perfectly hardy they require no protection, taking care of themselves. The flowers are large, from two and one-half to three and one-half inches in diameter, produced on long stems, and are excellent for cutting and of most gorgeous coloring; center , __, dark red brown, petals marked with rings of brilliant scarlet, crimson, orange and vermillion, and often a combination of all these colors. Finest mixed. Pkt. 7c. GOLDEN ROD. HIBISCUS. The National Flower. Thisis undoubtedly more widely and fay- Hardy Hybrids. A fast orably known than any other American flower. Its gorgeous yel-| growing perennial that in one season attains the height and dimen- low flowers aregrand beyond description. Selected seed. Pkt. 5c. sions of a shrub. Exceedingly fine for clumps or an ornamental IRIS hedge or screen, as they last always, never winter-kill, and in e mid-summer, when shrubbery flowers are scarce, they bear for Too well known to need extended description. These superb| weeks enormous flowers as large as tea-saucers, white, blush flowering plants are easily grown from seed. pale and deep pink, rose, ete., the most of them with deeper-hued KAEMPFERI—Mixed, double and single. Pkt. 10c. Plants from spring sown seed will bloom in September. GERMANICA—Fine mixed. Pkt. 10c. Height two feet. Mixed colors. Pkt. 5c. SIBERICA—Mixed colors. Pkt. 10c. ~_LINUM, PERENNE. ap abet One of the finest of all perennials and unsur- __ Not new, yet little known, rarely seen, although passed as a stately, imposing plant for back- it is one of those flowers of dainty beauty that is grounds, screens, center of wide borders, ete. appreciated when seen, but can never be justly Plants grow from four to six feet high, and bear described. We will not attempt to convey to our pyramidal spikes of large rosette-like flowers readers an impression of its great beauty; this of every shade, from pure white to almost black. they can never know until they see it, but we will eye. REMEMBER! That the Prices quoted in this Catalogue represent more than one-half more value than you ever received for the same money from other firms. i The yellow, magenta, rose and black are in- say that it is a hardy perennial, sending up numerous stems which send out wiry branches, with large silver-shaped blossoms which appear tobe floating. Height18inches. Mixed colors. Pkt. 8c. LARKSPUR, or DELPHINUM. __. Thissis one of the choicest perennials known, and it increases in beauty with each year. Stately growing, with immense spikes of the most brilliant flowers in all tensely pure and deep, while the pure white, pale lemon, soft pink and lavender shades are soft and delicate. Seeds planted early will often blossom in September. Price of the following varieties 8c. DOUBLE WHITE—Pure and true. DOUBLE MAGENTA—Fine bright color. DOUBLE LEMON—Pure bright lemon color. DOUBLE PINK—Very delicate and pretty. DOUBLE BLACK—Very rich dark color. shades of lavender, mauve ale, : medium and deep dark blue. . vee DOUBLE MIXED—Very choice, y= hardy. Give half shade. Height embracing over twenty differ- eighteen inches. Choicest mixed, ent varieties. Pkt. 50seedsic. £ all sorts. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c. i ig eae SPECIAL OFFER. PENTSTEMO N. I will send one Liberal Packet each Handsome, half hardy. herbaceous | of the above Five Varieties of Prize perennials, much in favor for be H ly 30 ding out. Flowers bell-shaped in ollyhocks for only 30c. racemes or spikes constantly produced during the entire season. Mixed, seed saved from collection of the best varieties. Pkt. 5c. PAEONY. Well known herbaceous perennial plants. They are so gorgeous in their beauty that they should have a place in every yard, and are sure to repay the little care required. About three feet in height. Double mixed. Pkt. 12c. R. T. DIXON, Leland, Fla. “The seeds received from you gave splendid satisfaction. This year FREE GIFTS.* Ts. yet tribute one million packages of seed for trial. Everybody will get some- thing, even if order amounts to only 20 cents. The larger the order the more extras will be added. Y) »)) => — oy. GR SUNTAN == “n_ ae BUCKBEE’S PRIZE HOLLY HOCKS. LARKSPUR. AN i = <— Fey eee ll |< 3 (Pp; Pinks contains more PV Y\ Wi than 200 seeds. An indispensable garden flower. _ A flower fitted equally to adorn the poor man’s garden or the spacious grounds of the millionaire. Neverout of lace in any situation. Succeeds in any soil. Stands neglect, heat and cold, and is as near ironclad as plant can well be. Like their near relative, the arnation, the Dianthus is superlatively beautiful, many varieties possessing a radiant-like fire that is impossible to describe, but is the very acme of richness and beauty. A grand flower for cutting or flower work, and succeeds wellin pots for winter bloom if treated like Carnations. 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. the best seed direct from headquarters if you would have the choicest flowers. Sow early either sl , L Never sow any but Grows about one foot high, branching freely, always strong and erect. ATROPURPUREA—A very fine dark red shade. Pkt. 6c. DOUBLE BRILLIANT RED—Kasily cultivated, very attractive flowers. Pkt. 6c. CRIMSON BELLE—Rich, vivid crimson flower of extraordinary size and substance, finely laciniated. Pkt. 5c. DOUBLE SNOWBALL— Beautiful white, fine for contrast. Pkt. 4c. DOUBLE IMPERIAL—Very double, great variety of colors. Pkt. 4c. DOUBLE DIADEM—Beautiful, densely double flowers, of all tints, from crimson-purple to black-purple. Pkt. 6c. THE BRIDE—Plant dwarf, compact and bushy; profusely covered with large white flowers, with glowing crimsoncenter. Pkt. 5c. LACINIATUS—Single mixed. Magnificent fringed single sort of great beauty. Pkt. 4c. STRIATUS—Large, double, striped flowers. A beauty. Pkt. 5c. MOURNING CLOAK—A rich variety; flowers double velvety black, petals tipped ana fringed with snowy white. Pkt. 5c. DWARF FIREBALL—Brilliant double red: flowers. Pkt. 4c. DOUBLE JAPAN—To be properly appreciated they should be seen. Rich in hue, very double, deeply fringed petals. Pkt. 4c. HEDDEWIGGII— Finest double mixed. The flowers are very large and double and of various shades of brilliant co.ors. Pkt. 5c. Special Offer. PLUMARIUS, or Pheasants Eye Pink, The Old Fashioned Grass or Clove Pink. Hardy, blooms profusely during early summer months. Its delicacy, showiness and fragrance is admirable. Its useasa cemetery or garden flower is always satisfactory, in fact it should be one of the indispensables. Pkt. 5c. HEDDEWIGGII—Finest single mixed. The flowers are of large size, deeply fringed or feathered. Pkt. 4c. EASTERN QUEEN— Grand flowers, three to four inches across, beau- tifully striped and shaped, colors like the richest silk. Pkt. 5e. CHINENSIS— Double China mixed. A beautiful class of dwarf habit; flowers the first year if started early, but the bloom is stronger the second year. Pkt. 4c. ROCKFORD FAVORITE MIXED—E\very year we test all the varie- ties of both Chinese and Japanese Pinks, and few flowers are more admired than our beautiful collection of these popular favorites. This mixture is unquestionably the best ever offered, embracing as it does the finest large flowered single and double sorts. Pkt. 8c, 1g oz. 40c, oz. Tic. I will send one liberal package each of the above Eighteen Varieties of Dianthus Pinks for only 60c. SEDUM. A very pretty and useful plant. It is very desirable for rock or rustic work, hanging baskets etc. During the summer and fall ihey expand their brilliant, star-shaped flowers in great profusion. Mixed colors. Pkt. 4c. TRITOMA. Commonly called ‘‘ Red Hot Poker Plant,” or ‘‘ Torch Flower.’’ Splendid, hardy, perennial plants, admirably adapted for single clumps on the lawn or among shrubbery. Tall spikes of orange red flowers. Pkt. 5c. SNAP DRAGON, or ANTIRRHINUM. This is the ‘‘Snap Dragon” of old, though somuch improved you would scarcely know it. Itisa hardy perennial, flowering freely the first summer. The dwarf sort forms bushy, compact plants, which bear a mass of large, brilliant flowers in short, compact spikes ; dazzling colors. TOM THUMB—Fine dwarf mixed. Pkt. of 300 seeds, 4c. TALL—Mixed. Pkt. of 300 seeds, 4c. THRIFT. This is a splendid plant, forming compact tufts of narrow, green foliage, which makes it the must valuable for edging. The flow- ers are of clear, brignt pink, borne in clus- tersontallstems. Bloomsallsummer long and is a very pretty, desirable and useful flower. Planta good row of it for borders. Do not fail to include this grand new flower in yourorder. Will give you satisfaction. Pkt. only 5c. WALLFLOWER. The large massive spikes of the Wall- flower are very conspicious in beds and bor- ders, and very useful in making bouquets. Sow the seed early in hot-beds, and while plants are small pick them outinto potsand sink pots in theearth. On approach of cold weather remove pots to house and they will bloomall winter. Tender perennial one and one-halffeet high. Finest mixed. Pkt. 5c. PLATYCODON GRANDIFLORA. A companionable flower that is attractive in the border, pretty in balcony boxes and very fine for vases and cut flower work. Blooms first year from seed, though it is a hardy perennial, the plants living in the ground over winter and blooming profusely year after year in the same spot. On thisaccount itis very valua- ble. The pretty, star-like flowers are three inches across and the colors are very clear. It is a most beautiful and satisfactory plant, which blooms freely all the season, one plant often having a hundred or more of the large, fine blossoms at one time. A gem for any garden. Choicest mixed. Pkt. 6c. SWEET ROCKET. The Sweet Rocket produces clusters of flowers which are very fragrant during the evening. The seed readily germinates in the open ground with very little care. Hardy perennial, one and one-half feet high. Fin- est mixed. Pkt. 150 seeds 4c. YUCCA FILAMENTOSA. The grandest evergreen plant we have for the lawn. The stately clumps of bayonet- like leaves, bristling out from the center in every direction, are extremely ornamental, but in midsummer they take on an added glory. Thick, woody flower stalks are thrown up, growing as high asa man’s head, and bear at their summit immense com- pound panicles of creamy, bell-shaped flow- ers, each floret twoinches across. A single panicle will contain 300 or more florets, and will be two feet in length. Pkt. 8c. SWEET WILLIAM. One of the finest flowering plants among the hardy perennials, three years being about the length of time it can be depended on for good flowers, and consequently to keep up a supply a sowing of seed should be made at least every other year. The flow- ers have a wide range of bright colors and varied markings, including the finest auri- cula eyed varieties. Finest single mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 3c. Choicest double mixed. Pkt. 100 seeds 4c. Za A= ix Si Low Growing Annuals. 3 This mixture contains seeds of the Appealing TO All Lovers of Beautifu F owers. greatest number of low growing annuals ever blended. Few exceed four to six Many persons derive pleasure from watching the growth of a varied bed of flowers en- |#2¢hes in height, and which sown in tirely out of the usual trim garden style, while others desire a much more extended collection | Peds or borders present the appearance than their means will permit. To both of these the following Special Mixtures will prove ex- | 0! highly colored Turkish rugs, carpet- ceptionally desirable. ing the ground in their wide range of f = x colorings and forms so beautifully that Tall Growing Annuals. 1 Mixture of Foliage Plants. .2(° 20 ne on eee eae ieee This mixture embraces seed of many of the} This mixture is made up entirely. of those making out your order. Liberal Pkt. handsomest annuals—all tall growing varie-|}annuals which are grown almost exclusively | 8c, 44 oz. 25c, oz. 40c. ties of superior ner one less chee ones gob for their beautiful variegated silver, golden or - igh and many growing five to six feet high. | bronze foliage. The effect which they present $ ‘ The pleasing effect and profusion of flowers is grand beyond description, whether used for Mixture of Climbers. which this desirable collection will give is|mass bedding, ribbon or border purposes. This is a liberally filled packet of seed indescribable—particularly for back grounds, xy, Liberal Pkt. 8c, 1¢ 0z. 25c, oz. 40c. of many beautiful annual climbers borders and mass bedding. Liberal Pkt. 8c, PS —— which will prove most useful for cover- 1g oz. 25c, oz. 40c. f ing outhouses or growing upon trellises. Liberal Pkt. ZZ So 8c, 14 oz. 25e, oz. 40e. Flowers for Bou- : ; quets and 4 Everlasting and Ornamental Grasses. Bee ORS YOK oii FISSS All the annual varieties of each f them bei Baskets VESEY ep R NN OIE Ie EHOUTL. anid AU OL eROR aeckatiotee © Rs - cE A Ta really handsome in growth, and allof them desirable for ae house decoration during the winter months. Liberal Pkt. 8c, 14 oz. 25c, oz. 40c. Mixture of Biennials and Perennials. The great variety contained in this mixture will make a grand display the second year, and many. of them will continue to bloom year after year. Liberal = Pkt. 8c, 14 oz. 25c, oz. 40c. Wild Flower Garden Mixture. ji These mixed flower seeds embrace more than a hun- “Sex| dred varieties of such easy-growing and pretty flowers 5] as are suitable for forminga wild-flowergarden. They i > | are very useful for woodland walks, roadsides. railroad SCM embankments, and for sowing along side of fences and (ae 49) On any untidy, bare spots of ground which are so fre- 0 een quently unsightly, and which, if pro- This mixture embraces seeds of annuals produc- ing flowers suitable for cutting for vases and for bouquets, as well as for baskets and other desira- ble purposes for which cut flowers are so often used to great advantage; nearly all of them have -long stems, making them of far more value than ordinary annuals. Planted in a part of the garden this will furnish a contrast and valuable display of cut flowers. Liberal |—'¥ Pkt. 8c, 14 oz. 25ce. oz. 40c. Mixture of Fragrant Annuals. 5)» Carefully prepared from seeds of fragrant flowers only. A bed of these will really give an unlimited amount of pleasure and perfume throughout the day and evening, while many of them are suitable for cut flower purposes. Try this mixture aud you will be repaid many times over for the time and money which you expend on it. Liberal Pkt. 8c, 14 oz. 25c, oz. 40c. Mixture of Evening Bloomers. 6 What is more delightful than an exclusive evening giperly cared for and kept free from weeds, can be made to produce acon- a. Bitinual display of bloom during the aE aes Liberal Pkt. 8e, 4¢ 02. 25, All of the above mixtures are care- fully prepared from choice fresh seeds, nd cannot fail to give satisfaction. = The packets are liberally filled, and in user |no Other manner can so many seeds be (WJobtained for such small cost. asi GAULT NOVELTY PRESENTS FREE. I have over one million packages of Valuable Novelty Extras which I propose to distribute among my customers this year, including a generous supply with each order. I would suggest that you place your orders early, and thus receive these beautiful presents free. The larger the order the greater the number of presents. It is not their cost. number, or how they are put up that makes good seeds— its what the seeds themselves are. You will make no mistake by planting BUCKBEE’S SEEDS. A. R. AMES, Madison, Wis., writes: ‘‘Buckbee’s Seeds and Plants have always given me the best of results. I consider your Rockford Seed Farms and Greenhouses the Model Establishments of the Country, and well worth a long journey to visit. Your methods oj doing business are certainly to be commended.” 102 EVERLASTING FLOWERS. Flowers of eternal beauty— those which never fade—are offered on this page. They are unsurpassed -\ Tor winter decoration, and may be made up into bou- quets, baskets, vases, etc. Everyone can be success- \ ful in growing them. Seed to be sown as soon as \ ground is warm and weather is settled, in good, rich soil, and thinned out or transplanted to twelve inches SS apart. The flowers should be cut as soon as they come tues Gees OS é \ Y. into full bloom, tied in small bunches and dried slowly aes me ire SSS iy Wy, + inthe shade with the heads downward, to keep the stems PS Neen JA» g ty YZ, straight. The following varieties are exceptionally AIRGAS . yf Wix”- Nf LZ beautiful, and you will do well to include them in your Ue og ist Za AY WW Fe alae SILIN aA A, IN Every Packet of Seed INN SS ACROCLINIUM—1—Probably the most beautiful everlasting : fi! BAZ ni offered on this page known. Flowers pure pearly white, or an exquisite soft, clear E Fic EAN \ a” 4 x “i Za=wN is Liberally Filled. shade of pink, with bright golden center. Half hardyannual. Height one foot. SQ Gah SAS SSE 5) ——< y Mixed Colors—Very fine. Pkt. de. New Double Mixed Colors—Larger and fuller than the above. Pkt. 7c. SS SSS Pb AMMOBIUM, Alatum—A very useful Everlasting. Plant robust and great TN WSS bloomers. Flowers pure white and very double. Be sure to cut plenty of fone buds, as they dry beautifully and are useful to contrast with the full blown AS flowers. Hardy annual. Height two feet. Pkt. 3c. [\ GOMPHRENA, or Globe Amaranth—2—Remove cottony covering before plant- ww ing. Plants bear great quantities of clover like blooms, altogether different OI @ from any other variety, and very attractive buds as well as full blown flowers. \ AUG Tender annual. Height two feet. Finest mixed. Pkt. 3c. © AA har HELICHRYSUM, often called the ‘‘Eternal Flower.’”—3—One of the most useful of all yA = — Everlastings to grow. Very hardy, blooming until late Autumn. The white and light ‘| colored varieties color easily, and are often dyed in shades not | otherwise obtainable in Everlastings, and used in wreaths, crosses | and otheremblems. Hardy annual. Grows six inches to two feet SPECIAL MIXTURE OF EVERLASTING FLOWERS. | high. — ‘ as sired b } Seer } F i A single packet will give in abundance a great variety of the Golden Ball Htich, olden Eee Pte PEt most attractive Everlasting Flowers. No more welcome present ‘Snow Ball—Beautiful pure ca citae a bite serra can be given a visitor or friend than a bouquet of these imperish- Dwarf_Finest mixed. Pkt. 4c. reais : able flowers. My ‘‘Special Mixture” contains the above and the | RHODANTHE-~4 One of the finest and most beautiful of the many | CT¢@™ ofall other varieties. Liberal pkt. 10c, or 3 pkts. for 25c. | varieties of Everlastings. Retains its brilliancy of colors for years Tender annual. One foot high. Best mixed. Pkt. 4c. XERANTHEMUM—Of compact habit, ee Oe cre and of the eas- SPECIAL OFFER. iest cultivation. Thel es are covere ith a sil ' F i the pve ave of the piatilest colors. Hardy aatale gown and For only 35c I will send prepaid one liberal packet each of the above high. Choicest mixed. Pkt. 4c. Eleven Varieties of Everlasting Flowers. — Ornamental Grasses. The Everlastings would be quite useless without their setting of soft, pretty grasses in winter bouquets and other ornaments. Grow _ a good quantity of these elegant grasses. Many of them are quite ornamental in the garden, and all are useful for cutting for summer | bouquets, as well as drying for winter, or for dyeing. The same culture, etc., as for Hverlasting Flowers willapply to Ornamental Grasses. AGROSTIS, Nebulosa—Elegant fine feathery variety. Hardy annual. Height eighteen inches. Pkt. 3c. _ AVENA, Sterilis—Often called Animated Oat. A fine variety. Hardy annual. Height thirty inches. Pkt. 4c. BROMUS, Brizaeformis—Handsome variety, with beautiful drooping panicles. Hardy annual. Height eighteen inches. Pkt: 3c: BRIZA, Gracilis—Beautiful variety, with small graceful racemes. Eardy annual. Height twelve inches. Pkt. 4ce.° ~ BRIZA, Maxima—l—Often called Quaking Grass. Very ornamental variety, with large racemes of beautiful rattles. Hardy annual. Height fifteen inches. Pkt. 3c. CHRYSURUS, Cynosuroides—4—Magnificent variety, with yellowish feathery spikes. Hardy annual. Height twelveinches. Pkt. 4c. COIX, LACRYMA—Often called Job’s Tears. Well known favorite. Pkt. 3c. | ERIANTHUS, RAVENNAE—Fiineas Pampas grass. Tender annual; thirty inches high. Pkt. 4e. i lie EULALIA, JAPONICA ZEBRINA—Often called Zebra Grass. Magnificent variety, with\ \ strived leaves. Hardy perennial. Height five to six feet. Pkt. 12c. \ yA GYNERIUM, Argentium or Pampas Grass—2—Magnificent ornamental grass, produc- Hh LNB iag numerous flower stems surmounted by plumesof silver infloresence. Half hardy perennial; ten feet high. Pkt. ic. HORDEUM, JUBATUM—Often called Squirrel-Tail Grass. Very fine. Hardy annual. Height eighteen inches. Pkt. 4c. _ LAGURUS, Ovyatus —Often called Hare’s-Tail Grass. Splendid varie | Hardy annual. Height eighteen inches. Pkt. 3c. | PENNISETUM, Longistylum—Soft, fuzz flowerheads of great beauty. | Hardyannual. Height eighteen inches. Pkt. 7c. 5 STIPA PENNATA, or Feather Grass—3—An exceedingly graceful | sort. Half hardy perennial; twelve inches high. Pkt. 4c. | TRICHOLAENA, ROSEA-—Most beautiful rose tinted grass. Hardy annual. Height twelve inches. Pkt. 4c. SPLENDID MIXTURE OF ORNAMENTAL GRASSES. Contains seeds of the above named varieties and many | more of the finest sorts. Liberal pkt. 10c, or 3 pkts. 25c. ® ees oe SPECIAL OFFER. For only 50c. I will send prepaid one liberal packet each of the above Fifteen Varieties of Ornamental Grasses. =COPYRIG AE D=BY=H=We BUCK BEE ——— THE GREATEST STRAWBERRIES ON EARTH. When | Ship Strawberry Plants. In this locality strawberry plants are ready for shipment in April and May, also in July, August and September Shipping Charges. purchaser paying shipping charges. I prepay charges on plants quoted by the dozen. All plants quoted by the hundred or the thousand will be shipped by express 1f purchaser desires me to pay charges the price will be 20c per 100 extra. Notice. The blossoms of those marked (P) are destitute of stamens, and are termed pistillate,and unless a row of a perfect flowering variety is planted every fourth row they will produce imperfect fruit and but little of it; but when fertilized, they are more prolific than those with flowers Culture. Strawberries require very rich soil and good cultivation while growing. When plants are received, dip the roots in water, taking care not to wet the leaves orcrown. and in March uncover crowns of plants. GREAT NORTHERN —In this new berry are combined the best quali- ties of many leading sorts. Itisa strong, rank, healthy grower, with everlasting foliage and perfect blossoms. Very early to ripen and enormously productive, while in large, uniform size it has few equals. Its flavor is also the very best and sweetest; color a most beautifulglowingred. Itsextreme earliness helps to give it its extra sweet flavor. $2 perdoz.; $9a 100. NEW WM. BELT—Plantis very large, @ most luxuriant grower and re- markably productive. No other variety ever gave me so many im- mense berries. In picking twelve quarts from a matted row with good common culture, I selected thirty-seven that filled three quart baskets, and the other nine quarts were alllarge. I have seen eight- inch berries on spring-set plants within ten weeks of planting. In form it is conical, rather long and quite uniform in shape, except that the first berry on a fruit stalk is sometimes misshapen, especially with highculture. The color isa brilliant glossy red—as near per- fection as was ever seen in a berry. It ripens all over without green tips. than is usually found in large berries. We have as fine a lot of plants asanyoneever saw. 25c perdoz.; 75c per 100, $5 per 1,000. CLYDE—It is a veryearly berry, and a good shipper. It has healthy foliage and is a vigorous strong grower. The fruit is exceptionally large; brilliant red in colorand is extra fine quality. The berries keep up in size to the endof the season. In addition to its marvelous beauty it is extremely rich and sweet. One of the finest varieties ever introduced and is sure to give everyone entire satisfaction. 25c per doz.; 75c per 100; 35 per 1,000. GARDNER—In productiveness it is excelled hy bui few varieties and it sets very near as much fruit as does Parker Earle. Its berries are large, crimson, very firm and of excellent quality. In firmness and ability to hold up well in shipping it is one of the best, and market growers will find it unsurpassed for shipping to distant markets. Its productiveness and genera: adaptability to all soils leads us to regard it as a profitable variety, and the same good qualities render it desirable for home use. 25c per doz. ; 65c per 100; $4 per 1,000. SHUCKLESS—Possesses a peculiar feature, distinguishing it from all others as its nameindicates. In pickingit parts readily from the stem, the shuck remains on the stem instead of the berry. It is a strong grower, healthy and hardy, plant producing berries of uniform size and color in great abundanceand of the very best quality. 30c per doz.; 75c per 100; $5 per 1,000. SAMPLE—This very promising variety was originated at North Reading, Mass., and was introduced last spring at $5.00 per doz. The plant is a strong, healthy and luxuriant grower. It is enor- mously productive. The fruit is large, round and never misshapen. It isvery late, colors all over at once, is of good quality and one of the firmest. It was exam- 44) ined on the originator’s ) grounds by a large number of growers and all were astonished at its splendid behavior. It received first prize for best new variety at the MassachusettsHor- ticulture Society straw- berry show last June. It is very prolific sort. One of the best berries in themarket. Tryit. $1 per doz.; $5 per 100. : eeu ; SAMPLE. . \ ¥/) ij ‘ Oh Z| b ital i GREAT NORTHERN. The quality of this grand variety is good, much better | ELEANOR—Largest and best very early strawberry, ripening in Set the plan's out in rows two or three feet apart, and 15inches in the row, using care that the crown of plant is set above the earth; press the soil firmly about the roots so as to exclude all air. In December, cover the whole bed with straw about one inch deep, TENNESSEE PROLIFIC—Fine medium early variety, large size and very productive. Vigerous, healthy plant with never a spot of rust. 25c per doz., 50c per 100, $4 per 1,000. TUBBS — The fruit is large and fine flavor, well shaped, color a deep crim- son, and is noted forits grand shipping qualities; ripens early, long bearing and of even size to the last picking. 25¢ per doz., 60c per 100, $4 per 1,000. WARFIELD—(P)—A very fine berry in every way. Plant strong, free grower and a wonderfully prolific bearer, one of the agricultural experiment stations at a recent examination, placing it at the head of 150 varieties for yield. Berries medium size, very firm, color rich, glossy red and of fine flavor. Considered by many growers the most profitable marketberry. 25c per doz., 60c per 100, $4 per 1,000. SAUNDERS—The plant is large and vig- orous, and is as healthy and hardy as any ever sent out. It makes many runners, has a perfect blossom and is very productive. The fruit is very large, conical, slightly flattened and often has a depression on one or both sides. It is deep red and remarkably glossy. The flesh is of the same color and has a sprightly, agreeable flavor. 25c per doz., 60c per 100, 4 per 1.000. y } advance of all others; of mammoth size, retaining its size well to the end of the season; in productiveness surpassing the famous Crescent; in firmness it is equal tothe Wilson ; is of bright scarlet color,.and has few equals in quality. Among other valuable propertiesof the Elenor may be mentioned, its uniform size, color and shape, never coxcombed, and the coloring evenly all over with no green tip; a field of it after the picking season is over being as green as afield of clover. 25c per doz., 70c per 100, $ per 1,000. . HAVERLAND-P-Enormously productive. Berries medium tolarge and of pale scarlet color, of good flavor and so extremely prolific and showy that the Haverland is a wide favorite for home use or market. Its merits as a cropper makes it one of the most profitable sorts. 25c per doz., 60c per 100, $4 per 1,000. WOLVERTON—A promising berry of Canadian origin. Itis astrong grower with perfect flower, and crops over alongseason. Ma- tures part of its crop before it is done blossoming. «are only half_#” $ the Natural Size. 1 This variety is similar South Orange Perfection. ,. Hs pecs See growth. It has double flowers, soft blush changing to white, about one and one-half inches in diameter. The blossoms are if anything, more freely produced than on the preceding, and are more double, perfect rosettes in shape. This is a very pretty variety and entirely distinct from the others. 20 cents each; large 2 year old plants 50 cents each. 1 This variety shows undoubted traces of Pink Roamer. descent from the Sweet Brier, both in the color and the shape of the blossoms and in its exquisite fragrance. The growth is much stronger than the preceding. The single flowers are over two inches in diameter, a bright rich pink, with a large, silvery-white center and orange-red stamens, producing a most charming effect. This variety, from its artistic appearance, will undoubtedly be very largely planted in parks and large private grounds. The fragrance is not the least charm of this beautiful Rose, and we believe that eventually it will become one of the most valuable productions of recent years. 20cents each; large 2 year old plants 50 cents each. The Double Varieties will unquestionably make grand pot plants for the greenhouse or conservatory, and can also be used as.climb- ers, and we believe that the white variety will eventually take rank with Crimson Rambler and form a splendid contrast to it. 106 THE FIVE NEW RAMBLER ROSES. early spring to late fall, the flowers appearing in large panicles, of rich erimson color, like blood colored velvet. The flowers when cut last two weeks in water, and fully a month on the bush, which is a perfect mass of rich crimson at all times. It can be grown in various ways, either as a pillar rose, a trellis rose and for covering a wall it has no equal. Strong healthy plants, 10c and 15c each; 2 year old plants :85c. SPECIAL OFFER—The Set of Five Rambler Roses for Only 50 Cents. SIX RARE NEW ROSES. _ MRS. ROBERT GARRETT— Magnificent new Hybrid Tea Rose. The buds are long and pointed; the open flowers full and double. ‘The color is a pleasing soft pink, a little deeper than daybreak carnation; totally distinct and unlike anything yet seen in roses. Strong vigorous grower, flowers freely throughout the year. Fine plants 25c each; 2 year old plants 60c each WHITE MAMAN COCHET—New everblooming Tea Rose. The queen of snowy white garden roses; flowers are sometimes faintly tinted with pale blush. Flowers large and double. It has the vigor of an oak. Fine plants 20c each. 2 year old plants 50c each. NEW WHITE BOUGERE—One of the most satisfactory new varieties we ever planted. A constant bloomer; clean, healthy grower. Blooms of great substance; pure white; good stiff stem. Fine plants 20e each; 2 year old plants 50c each. alot PINK BOUGERE—Everblooming variety constantly in bloom. Color a beautiful soft changeable pink. Can be recommended to please every purchaser. Price 20c each; 2 year old plants 40c each. GOLDEN GATE—New everblooming Tea Rose. Flowers are extra large; buds are long and of desirable form; color rich creamy white, beauti- fully tinted with golden yellow. Fine plants 15c each; 2 yearold plants 40c each. SOUYV. DU. PRES. CARNOT—(Iiybrid Tea.) This novelty is one of the daintiest and most charming roses in cultivation. Its color is a soft, creamy fawn, overlaid with the most delicate shade of pink. As the rose expands it discloses a heart of the most exquisite blending of cream and glowing pink imaginable... The shape of the bud is full and pointed, adding another feature of beauty, while the rose as it expands seems to grow more and more beautiful, the tinting growing more and more pronounced as it approaches the center, while the petals curl and expand in a bewildering manner. Veryfree bloomer. 15c each; large 2 year old plants 35c each. SPECIAL OFFER—The Set of Six New Rare Roses for Only 75 Cents. NEW ROSE—YELLOW RAMBLER. | NEW YELLOW RAMBLER—‘The fact of this new hardy climbing _ Rose being identical with Crimson Rambler with the exceptiou of the color of the flowers, which are deep golden yellow, is sufti- | ecient guarantee of its great excellence. It is a notable fact that we have no hardy yellow climbing roses, hence we look upon the introduction of this rose as perhaps more important than its re- nowned relative, Crimson Rambler. The habit of growth is very vigorous; if anything, somewhat stronger than Crimson Rambler, well established plants making numerous shoots eight to ten feet high in one season. As many as one hundred and twenty to one hundred and fifty blossoms are frequently produced on a shoot. The color is a deep decided golden yellow; the flowers are cup shaped, neaily full and very sweetly scented. Absolutely Hardy. 10c each; 2 year old plants 35c. NEW PINK RAMBLER—The flowers appear in large, full,jhandsome pyramidal trusses, similar to Crimson Rambler, and are borne in | great profusion from three to five weeks duriag the season. The | color of the flower is pure shiny rose; the half-open bud is a brilliant light carmine, making a strong and effective contrast. The numerous yellow stamens lend an additional charm to the flower. A most magnificient effect can be had by grouping the Golden, White, Yellow and Pink Ramblers with Crimson Rambler. No such important introductions have been made for many years as these new Rambler Roses. Once seen they will become immensely popular. 15c each; 2 yearold plants 35c each. NEW WHITE RAMBLER—F lowers of the White Rambler have the _ charm of being sweetly scented. Color is pure white, without a blemish. They remain on the bush from three to five weeks and a well-established plant is a sight to behold. The habit of ‘growth is vigorous, young plants throwing up shoots 8 to 10 feet in height in a singleseason. 15c each;2 year old plants 35c each. THE NEW GOLDEN RAMBLER —This is one of the most free flower- ing roses in cultivation. Young plants when planted in the open ground in spring will begin to grow and bloom at onceand will continue throughout the season until checked by severe frost. It is a vigorous grower, producing handsome foliage, which makes a beautiful contrast to the fine clusters of golden amber colored We \ Wi flowers so finely produced. 15c each; 2 year old plants 35c each. = Bh Wr Wy CRIMSON RAMBLER—This new climbing Polyantha Rose is the : EZ SS> sensation of the day, and well it may be, forit is indeed a marvel. Originating in Japan it may well be considered the latest and best contribution from the ‘' Flowery Kingdom”’ to the gardens of the world. It is perfectly hardy in open ground and will grow eicht to ten feet in a season. An ever bloomer, continuing from NEW ROSE—SOUV. DU PRES. CARNOT. 107 _THE BEST N — Za TT NEW ROSE ROGER LAMBELIN. ROGER LAMBELIN—Wonderful hardy variegated rose. The petals are irregular on the edge like a double petunia; the color is a glowing crimson throughout, except the edge of the petals, which are all distinctly marked with a white band, forming a sharp contrast and the most unique combination of colors known in roses. 15c each; 2 year old plants 35c each. JUBILEE—A grand hardy rose, flowers of large size reaching six inches across under good culture. The rich coloring and soft velvety sheen are beyond description; a pure red in its deepest tone, shading to deep crimson-red and velvety maroon-red in the depth of its petals. 35c each. CLIMBING WOOTTON—Color is a beautiful shade of crimson, deli- ciously fragrant, a constant and most prolific bloomer, every new shoot forming a flower bud; a rapid grower, foliage a beautiful dark green. 20c each; 2 year old plants 35c. CARMINE PILLAR—Splendid new single rose with flowers 4 to 5 inches across, of the brightest rosy-carmine; completely covers itself with bloom. 20c each; 2 year old plants 50c. MAD. JULES FINGER—This beautiful hybrid tea rose has large globular buds and very double flowers that can be cut with long stems; color rich creamy-white, shaded delicate salmon-rose. 15c each; 2 year old plants 40c. EMPRESS OF CHINA—Hardy perpetual climbing rose; blooms the first season, early, late and all the time. Color of the flowers is soft, dark red and as the flower expands the color changes to a lighter red or pink, somewhat similar to the color seen in an apple blossom. 10c each; 2 year old plants 30c. CORRINE—F lowers of large size and freely produced; the color is a beautiful white, delicately tinted with light rose. Awarded Gold Medalin London. 15c each; 2 year old plants 35c. MRS. W. C. WHITNEY—Grand new rose of deep clear pink shade; buds long and beautifully rounded on long heavy stems. Grand variety in every particular. liceach. 2 year old plants 35c. FRAMETTA NABONNAND—A new rose, possessing characteristics of beauty peculiarly its own. Special feature is its coloring. The ground color is a soft creamy fawn, each outer edge of the petal being striped with a glowing rose color, blending and fading into a dainty pink as it approaches the center. The peculiar mark- ing is seen on but few roses and is greatly admired. The bud is large, full and oblong, almost round, while the open rose is a thing of rare beauty. It possesses a delicate fragrance that is delightful. 15c each. 2 year old plants 30c. CLIMBING METEOR —It is a rose which will make 10 to 15 feet of growth in a season and show a profusion of blooms every day. Foliage strong, healthy and luxuriant. Buds exquisite; flowers large beautifully shaped and of that rich, dark, velvety crimson color seen only in the Jacqueminot. Much deeper and richer than Meteor. We do not hesitate to pronounce it the finest rose in existence for summer blooming, as it will makealarge growth and is loaded with its glorious blossoms all the time. For winter blooming it has few equals in beauty and probably none in pro- fasion. 15c each: 2 year old plants 3c. NEW_ROSES. | PRINCESS BONNIE—One of the finest ever-blooming roses ever offered. Every shoot produces several perfect flowers which frequently come in bouquet-like clusters of seven and eight. It blooms all the time both indoors and in openground. The flowers are borne on long, stiff stems and are of beautiful form and sub- stance. The color is charming, the outside petals are rich, solid crimson, deeper than Bennett and more vivid than Jacqueminot; the inner sides of the center are streaked with white. 10c each; 2 year old plants 30c. CHEVALIER A. FERRAIRO—A new tea which comes highly recom- mended, being of strong coustitution and vigorous growth. The flowers are very large and quite full. A bunch of half expanded flowers is almost equal to a bunch of hybrids in size, color and fragrance. The color is of rich crimson of great depth and sub- |_ Stance. 15c each; 2 year old plants 35c. | DUKE OF YORK—A new rose sent out by Wm. Paul & Sons, Wal- tham Cross, England. The flowers are variable between rosy pink and white. They are usually white edged and tipped with deep rosy-pink. A splendid, constantly flowering, decorative rose. 15c each; 2 year old plants 35c. MRS. PIERPONT MORGAN—(Tea.)—Sport from Mme. Cusin and a much more robust and superior grower. Flowers larger and very double. Color is intensely bright carmine or rose pink. 10c each; large 2 year old plants 30c. BELLE SIEBRECHT-— (Hybrid Tea.)—A truly superb rose; a solid pink of the richest shade: a rarecolor. The flowers are sweetly perfumed, large, beautifully formed and of tapering shape. A medal awarded from National Rose Society of Great Britain, certificates from leading horticultural societies. 1l5c each; 2 year old plants 35c. | BEAUTY INCONSTANT—A rose that changes its color. Bearing at the same time blossoms of coppery-yellow, deep-rose, blush pink mottled yellow and apricot. Buds and flowers are large and de- lightfully fragrant. 10ceach; 2 yearold plants 25c. SENATOR NMcNAUGHTON—(Wnhite Perle des Jardins.)—This fine white rose originated with Mr. Joseph Bevis, of Philadelphia, is a sport from Perle and is a grand variety. Identical with Perle in color and growth. 10c each; large 2 year old plants, 25c. MAD. CAROLINE TESTOUT—A magnificent rose of French origin. Flowers full, very large, globular form. Color clear satin rose, very vivid, petals bordered with tender rose; very fragrant. A vigorous grower. 10c each; large 2 year old plants 25c. GEN. ROBERT E. LEE—This magnificient new rose was raised by Mr. Meehan, of Richmond, Va. Color is a beautiful soft golden yellow, changing to coppery bronze. It is a vigorous grower, with a beautiful green foliage. 10c each; 2 year old plants 25c. MME. PELLISSIER—One of the most attractive and showy of all the Tea Roses. Colora beautiful rich golden yellow with creamy outer petals. Foliageadeep green. Avery freebloomer. 10c each; large 2 year old plants 25c. CHILD’S JEWEL—This is one of the most beautiful roses in culti- vation. A plantin bloom shows no two roses alike. Flowers ranging in color from dark orange to crimson. Flowers large; delightfully fragrant. 10c each; large 2 year old plants 25c. CHAMPION OF THE WORLD—This is the grandest of all new roses. It is claimed that one plant of it will produce more flowers dur- ing the year than ten plants of any Tea rose. Always in full bloom. Plants which have bloomed all summer in the garden may be potted in the autumn and will bloom profusely all winter in any window. Blossoms are perfectly double to the center, good shape both in bud and bloom, while the color is arich deep rosy pink, darker and richer than Her- mosa—a shade of the delicate richness that is seldom seen. It is very large for an ever- bloomer and is as fine as La France or the best hybrid perpetual. Has a delicious fragrance. Though a_ perpetual bloomer itis very hardy and robust as an oak, and is the most healthy roseextant. 15c each; large 2 year old plants 35c. It Will Pay You To Examine My Grand Novelty Plant Premiums On First Page. a ea WORLD. CHAMPION OF THE ZZ SPECIAL OFFER. The Set of Eight Roses for 50 Cents. MAD. PIERRE GUILLOT—One of the most attractive and showy of all the Tea Roses. Budsare very large and double and unique in the brilliant combination of colors. Ground color a beautiful creamy white, each petal bordered with light rose. PERLE DES JARDINS—The one Tea Rose which you cannot do without. It has absolutely no weak point. Thecolor is faultless whether the waxy petals show the rich cream tint of cool weather or take richer golden shades which a warmer sun gives them. The foliage is very thick, glossy and dark. ETOILE DE LYON—7—This magnificent Tea Rose is of arich golden shade, a strong, healthy and vigorous grower and an immense bloomer. The flowers are very deep, rich and full of excellent substance and very sweet. Remarkably hardy, enduring both heat and cold, frequently standing the wintersthere in the open ' ground without protection. SOUY. DE LA MALMAISON—This grand standard variety when it is used as a bedding rose insummer has no equal, as it produces the most perfect flowers in the hottest weather. The color isa beautiful rich creamy flesh, distinctly and elegantly tinted aclear patchy red, with a rosecenter. Strong, vigorous grower and a _ profuse bloomer. |RED MALMAISON—4—This is a first-class rose in every respect, | being an exact counterpart of Malmaison except in color, which is a rich velvety crimson of satiny finish. It is very bright and | handsome and a great summer bedder. ‘WHITE LA FRANCE—2—One of the most beautiful white roses ever introduced. Superb form and as doubleas a rosecan be. In growth, fragrance, shape of bud and flower is like LaFrance. BRIDESMAID —Tea—This exquisite new rose is a sport from the old favorite, Catherine Mérmet. The bridesmaid retains all the | good qualities of its parent, and is similar except as to color, } which is two shades darker. It is a valuable acquisition. THE BRIDE—Decidedly the best pure white Tea Rose. The buds are very large, very double and of beautiful form, carried high ‘and erect on bright, smooth stems. Would graceany bride in her _ wedding robes. Unsurpassed for purity of color. I quote only the very best and new varieties of plants. Compare varieties and prices throughout my book and you will quickly see: that I sell the best only, and at prices 25 to 50 per cent. below other firms. a a SPECIAL OFFER. This Set of Eight Roses for 50 Cents. NEW STRIPED MALMAISON—This magnificent variety is a striped sport from Souv. de la Malmaison. The color isa creamy white with rose center, the reverse of the petals striped with carmine and light rose, making a charming combination of colois. LETTY COLES—6—Still regarded as one of the finest of its color- Soft, rosy pink, deeply flamed and shaded with intense crimson ; extra large, full and globular in form; exceedingly sweet. For planting in the open ground and for pot culture this rose takes front rank, being very hardy. SAFRANO—1—An old favorite still much sought for. Color a most beautiful apricot yellow, shading toorange. Valued for its beau- tiful buds which are highly prized for bouquet and floral work.. It is one of the most profuse blooming Tea Roses know r, contin— ually yielding a quantity of delicate beautiful buds. PINK LA FRANCE—5—The queen of all the roses. This beautiful variety stands at the head ofallstandard roses. It has admirers. by the million, and is one of the best roses known. No variety can surpass it in delicate coloring, silvery-red suffused with pink.. It has a satiny sheen over all its petals. Remarkably hardy,,. standing heat and cold well, especially the latter. BON SILENE—3—Noted for the great size and beauty of its buds,. which are valued very highly for bouquets and decorative pur- poses. Color a most beautiful deep rose, sometimes shading to a. bright rosy crimson, occasionally a pure light rose tint. MAD. DE LA WATTEVILLE—8—This grand rose is one of the finest. varieties ever offered. Thecoloris remarkable shade of cream and yellow, richly suffused with rosy blush. The flowers are large, very fuil and highly perfumed. METEOR—The best rich red rose for the garden ever introduced, fast rivalling the Jacquemino®& as it produces fifty flowers to the Jacqueminot’s one. Constant and profuse bloomer and very vig- orous and healthy in growth. NEW SUNSET—This exquisite orange yellow variety is one of the finest Tea roses grown. The flowers are large and double. The exquisite shades of coloring found in this variety can only be compared to the gorgeous colors of a summer sunset. - RGE TWO YEAR OLD ROSES BY EXPRESS of All the Above SIXTEEN VARIETIES, 25 CENTS EACH. 109 aK “ \\\ al Yy WD S copyRIGHTED 1894 \\ ¥, H.W.BUCKBEE ZL a he Wy Nii 2) UC LY FOREST CITY ENG.CO. ROCKFORD. ILL. BEST HARDY HYB SPECIAL OFFER. 10 CENTS EACH. This Set of Nine for 75 Cents. COQUETTE DES BLANCHES—One of the finest and most beautiful of the white hybrids. Good for cemetery planting. GENERAL JACQUEMINOT—The best known hybrid perpetual in existence. Buds of a bright and shining crimson, very rich and velvety ; exceedingly brilliant and handsome GLOIRE DE L’EXPOSITION DE BRUXELLES— Large, full flowers of fine fragrance; color deep velvety purplish amaranth almost black, base of petals fiery red. A good variety. MAD. PLANTIER—This iron-clad variety is as hardy as an oak. It bears thousands of snowy-white fragrant roses and is unequalled where a hardy white rose is needed. MAD. JOSEPH DESBOIS—The flowers are very large and double. Fine waxy texture and substance. Its color is white faintly tinged with flesh pink. MARIE BAUMAN—An excellent rose; color rich ruby red, chang- ing to lovely scarlet maroon. Beautiful and fragrant. GIANT OF BATTLES—Brilliant crimson shaded with purple; large, very double and sweet. One of the finest standard sorts. BOUL DE NEIGE—A grand and desirable white rose of good form and substance. Large size; very hardy. MADAME MASSON—Blooms nearly all the time and bears plenty of large, full flowers. Colora most beautiful bright rosy red; very sweet and handsome. Sure to please. Order Large Two Year Old Plants, Only 25 Cents Each. : 20 CENTS EACH SPECIAL OFFER. This Set of Six Hardy Roses $1. DUKE OF MARLBOROUGH—This hybrid is one of the few large roses that bloom constantly. Color a bright red beautifully shaded with crimson. The buds are magnificent. MAD. RADOCHANACHI—A new rose of great promise. Color soft transparent pink shaded with carmine. Stems long, straight; dark green leaves. Buds beaut#ul. \ SPENCER—F lowers beautiful satin pink, the outer petals shaded and reflexed with white; very largeand fulland of compact form. GUSTAVE PIGANEAU—F lowers are of mammoth size.” Color brik liant carmine lake; full and cupped, always opening well. MARGARET DICKSON—The best white hybrid perpetual for garden planting. .Color is white with pale flesh center. STs pee HELEN KELLER—Large fragrant flower, buds very clear, brilliant rose pink and of fine shape and substance. - FOR oma Order Large Two Year Old Plants, Only 40 Oents Each. > x 110 ) Lie, tag fee ba Beat coe TUAL ROSES. SPEOIAL OFFER. : This Set of Nine for $1.00. PAUL NEYRON— Deep shining rose; very fresh and beautiful flowers of mammoth size. The buds always develop fine and it is a strong grower. DUKE OF EDINBURGH—Dark velvety maroon, of medium size; full regular form, free blooming. Be sure to order this rose. ALFRED COLOMB—Justly celebrated as one of the very finest; extra large round fiowers, very double and full. Color isa clear cherry red, passing to bright rich crimson. ULRICH BRUNER— Extra large boid flowers, full and globular. Color is a rich, glowing crimson, elegantly flamed with scarlet. Petals of good substance and flowers very lasting. MAD. CHAS. WOOD—F lowers are extra double, full and quite fra- grant. Color bright, fiery scarlet, passing to fine rosy crimson, shaded with maroon. Showy and handsome. ELISE BOELLE—Large flowers, color white, slightly tinted with rose, changing to pure white; fine form and full. VICK’S CAPRICE—One of the most beautiful of all striped roses. | Ground color a clear satiny pink, distinctly and curiously striped | and dashed with white and carmine. < 5 FISHER HOLMES —Fuller and more constant bloomer than Geaeral Jacqueminot. Rich dark scarlet, passing to deep crimson. DINSMORE —Good color and of fine form; a profuse bloomer. Color §- a dazzling scarlet crimson.. Stands the northern winters. Order Large Two Year Old Plants, Only 35 Cents Each. 20 CENTS EACH. |... SPEGAE OFFER. © This Set of Six Hardy Roses $1. PAUL’S EARLY BLUSH—The color is a light silvery blush.. The flowers are large and double, on long, stiff stems of fine texture. GLOIRE LYONAISE—The flower is a pale shade of chamois or sal- § mon yellow, deepest at center, and sometimes passing to a rich creamy white, finely tinted with orange and fawn. 9) ©) 198) AMERICAN BEAUTY —It is a vigorous grower and a free bloomer. | In color the flowers are of a rich shaded crimson, and are great keepers. Very large and double; exceedingly sweet. © = FISHER HOLMES—Rich, dark scarlet, passing to yelvety crimson extra large full flowers highly perf bogs eornl vor CAPTAIN HAYWARD—Bright crimson carmine color;. ect form and very sweet; alwaysjopens well. 42,5 = 45> cibboye : a, rosy,pinigeenter. lang Order Large Two Year Old Plants, Only 40 Cents E Set of Five Roses for 35 Cents. NEW PINK SOUPERT—The flowers take their form from Chlotilde Soupert, and in colora deep Hermosa pink. It is a continuous bloomer, each branch terminating with a cluster of flowers. Single plants, wheh but six months old, under ordinary treat- ment, often produce fifty perfect flowers. Blooms splendidly in open ground, and is hardier than Chlotilde Soupert. CHLOTILDE SOUPERT—It is impossible todo this fine sort jus tice by a description. It isof the Polyantha type, but largerand very double, and the flowers appearin such enormous clusters that they are really large panicles of bloom. Color, fine pearly white, shaded with lovely soft pink in the center. It blooms freely when plants are small, and continues in the greatest pro- fusion. Will stand in the open ground over winter with a slight protection of straw or leaves. Be sure to order this variety. A particularly handsome rose, always greatly admired. MINIATURE — This is the smallest of all roses, but of perfect form ; regular, compact, fairy-like flowers, fully double and very fra- grant. Flowers in wreaths and clusters seem to cover the whole lant; color cream rose, flushed red. Besure and include this | lovely rose in your order. '| MAD. CECIL BRUNNER—A very lovely rose in every respect. Flowers larger than most of the others, perfectly double and of | the most exquisite fragrance. Color, a beautiful rosy pink ona | rich, creamy white background. ed out early in the season, Austria begins to bloom when only two feet high, and immediately sends forth a large number of side shoots in rapid succession, so that in July a single plant has produced 15 to 25 enormous flowering stems, towering 5 to 6 feet high, densely packed with immense musa-like foliage, which re- sists sun and wind with impunity. The flowers, of which there are 20 to 300n a single shoot, are the largest of any Canna known, measuring, when extended, over eight inches across, each of the five petals or segments being of immense size, the lower one always the largest. The color is a pure canary yellow, the purest yellow of any large-flowering canna known, merely two of the segments being slightly spotted with crimson. Price 1dc. The blooms are indeed of mammoth size. Special Offer: This Set of Six. Novelties Compris ing the Very Finest of all ZED = ——= [See FE UCKE sh EVERY VARIETY we A PRIZE WINNER. VERY LATEST NOVELTIES.. SPECIAL OFFER. 15 Cts. Each; the Set of 8 For Only 75 Cts. JUBILEE—i—Here we have the ‘ideal scarlet’’ carnation, color intense scarlet; flower 214 to 3 inches in diameter, very fragrant, “stems average 18 inches to 2 feet in height; a free grower and constant bloomer, perhaps the most valuable carnation intro- duced for many years. MRS. GEO. M. BRADT—Color clear white heavily edged and striped with bright scarlet, giving it a bright and cheerful appearance, flowers large and fuli with center ,etals standing erect, giving the bloom a well rounded form. Received gold medal at Atlanta and certificate at Chicago. MORELLO—F lower is scarlet, formis perfect, petals nicely fringed, fragrance sweet and pleasing, size of bloom 3!g inches and over, stem is strong, carries flower well, habit of growth strong and healthy and a continuous bloomer. C. A. DANA—Delicate shell pink, vigorous grower, medium tolarge flowers on strong, stiff, wiry stems; color soft and pleasing, one of the most attractive colors in pink carnations. MAYOR PINGREE—Without doubt the finest yellow variety before he public today, secured numerous certificates at the fall exhi- itions. DELLA FOX—A grand new pink variety, receiving many first prizes and certificates wherever shown. TRIUMPH—Color a pure bright pink; blooms of the largest size on stems 2 feet in height; calyx perfect. FLORA HILL—2—The largest white variety yet introduced; clove scented ; flowers produced on long stiff stems; a good bloomer. VARIETIES OF RECENT INTRODUCTION. SPECIAL OFFER. 10 Cts. Each; the Set of 7 For Only 50 Cts. MRS. C. H. DUHME—3—Color lively delicate pink, large flowers fragrant; plant vigorous, erect grower, a very early free and constant ocloomer, much more than the light pink varieties; rivaling in productiveness with W. Scott. Won certificates at Indianapolis and Philadelphia. ARMAZINDY—Color snow white, penciled with scarlet; flower large and clove scented. GOLD FINCH—Beautiful deep canary yellow. carmine. BRIDESMAID—Bright clear pink flowers average 3 inches in diam- eter, stems strong and stiff 18 inches long; winner of many prizes in the pink colored classes. METEOR—Deep brilliant scarlet, flowers 244 to 3inches borne on strong, stiff stems 18 inches long; plant a free vigorous grower and free bloomer, the finest of all the dark reds. EMMA WOCHER—A grand new light pink carnationof great merit; flower nicely fringed. ALASKA—New large snow white variety; clove scented and beau- tifully fringed; very free bloomer. NEW HARDY GARDEN PINKS. Dwarf hardy pinks, bearing double fowers of rich colors and possessed of the clove scent. Plants winter better if protected. 10 Cents Each. The Set of Six for 50 Cents. EARL OF CARLISLE—White, laced crimson. HER MAJESTY—The flowers of this fine variety are of large size and or the purest white, very fragrant, and borne profusely on stout, erect stems, 12 inches long. It is hardy and will winter in the open border; or grow in cold frames for early forcing. JULIETTE— White, laced crimson. LAURA WILMER—White. purplish maroon center. PRINCE ARTHUR—Crimson center, blush lacing. SNOW— (Mrs. Sinkins.) Large pure white, very fragrant. 116 Feathered with ———— Ga war walt th omy SE Me | fst (e ile Cy i Wie ) a) i ui h W ih vey EU ‘hay |) wo Mul an th quent x uy w Av ih rk itty ( ual yernny nt {a Ir ( wai ce OR I Oy ~ RARE NOVELT IES IN CHRYSANTHEMUMS. — Nui aN WN) \) QV; ial === SE | SS 10 Cents Each, Except Where Noted. SPECIAL OFFER. The Set of12 Qnly 75 Cents. GOLDEN TROPHY—A fine yellow variety which was awarded a certificate by the National Chrysanthemum Society, and a valu- able addition to the second early sorts. It grows about two feet high with foliage of great beauty and nicely carried up to the flower, blooms large, incurved and very full, in color a fine, soft yellow. 15c each. MRS. S. T. MURDOCK—Glistening pink; large, round flower nine inches in diameter. YELLOW GIANT—A grand yellow, and without doubt the largest chrysanthemum in cultivation. Flowers often measure 10 to 12 inches in diameter. The plant is strong and vigorous. This va- riety is sure to give satisfaction to every purchaser. 15c each. JOHN SCHRIMPTON—An exquisite shade of bright crimson; flowers of large size; plant is of splendid dwarf habit. SUNSTONE— Robust habif like ‘““The Queen; petals hook up at the end, showing the light straw reverse; upper surface, bright yel- low, shading to red at the base; the flowers being flat shows the three colors to advantage, the most beautiful combination of colors yet produced; 5 feet high,7 inches in diameter. AUTUMN BRIDE—Beautiful large white, very early ; plant is dwarf. CHITO—Strap petal yellow ground, with fine red stripes, giving it a bronze appearance; flowers 7 inches in diameter. 15c each. MARION CLEVELAND—Extra early, creamy white; flowers of large size and freely produced. 15c each. RoE ONTAS., Color, deep ox-blood red; a model variety of rare eauty. DEAN HOLE—Very fine large light pink, with creamy shadings. NELLIE ELVERSON—Grand exhibition bronze of large size. YANOMA—Beautiful late white of large size, fowersioften measur, ing nine inches across. TWELVE FINEST VARIETIES. SPECIAL OFFER. 10 Cents each, except wher 80 Cents. E.M BIGELOW—Color of flower is deep reddish crimson, of very large size often measuring ten inches in diameter. 15c each. MAD PERRIN—The very nearest approach to the true pink so long desired. Color is rose pink within, glistening pink without. EVANGELIE—A pure white, and similar in form to Kioto but is larger and more graceful. SUNCLAD—A gorgeous golden yellow, oneof the grandest varieties ever introduced. Color cannot be excelled in richness. KLONDIKE—F rom the time the flower developes, and throughout its period of bloom it contains all the various golden shades that can be imagined. Flowers areof mammoth size, often measuring 12 inches in diameter; petals are beautifully incurved. 15c. SILVER CLOUD—F lowers are of massive size and often measuring 10 inches in diameter; petals beautifully incurved and twisted; color of flower, a most exquisite glistening white, shading to a delicate salmon. 15c. each. LIBERTY—The flower isa perfect globe of gold, which finally shows a pointed center. The color is a beautiful bright yellow; the shape fully as deep as wide, giving it the appearance of a great golden ball. 15c each. PHILADELPHIA—Color is a very distinct white, changing toa faint green with yellow shadings, in fact it has all the shades of a beautiful diamond, if placed in different lights. The flowers.are very large and globular shaped, and measure 12 inches across when wellgrown. 15c each. MRS. EGAN--Flowers large size; outside of petals soft creamy _ white. inside striped and tinted with soft rose shade. HELEN GUULD—Color is of a deep glowing pink of great beauty, beantifully shaded at different periods of its growth. 15c each. ROSY MORN—-Flower is large, often measuring 10 inches in diame- ter; color is an exquisite shade of deep rosy pink and changing to a light pink as the flower advances inage. 15c. each. JUBILEE—Color is a deep golden yellow very bright and very massive in build; flowers incurved and shaded. e noted. Set of 12 for 117 . .FUCHSIAS. . THE MOST MAGNIFICENT OF ALL PLANTS. TRAILING QUEEN—Nothing is so pretty as a pot suspended in a window filled with luxu- * rantfoliage and bright blossoms. This new Fuchsia never grows erect, but always trails down or over the side of the pot. Robust and easy to grow, the branches reach- ing a length of four or five feet, blooming nearly the whole year. Flowers and buds long and graceful, of a brightrosy scarlet. 10c each. + ww BUCKBER ? CARMELIATA—A decided acquisition to the Fuchsias. Plant is of a dwarf habit, forming round, beautiful shaped bushes, completely covered with exquisite flowers. Foliage is small and exceedingly pretty and waxy. Flowers are of mammoth size and elegant form and exceptionally handsome coloring; a beauti- ful combination of white and coral red. The sepals are prettily reflexed, giving an additional charm to this grand Fuchsia. These flowers have been grown to the size of a small tea cup and are so full of handsome blooms as toresemble a perfect baliin shape. You will be amazed at the rare qualities possessed by this magnificent Fuchsia, for words cannot convey half the beauties of this floral gem. Never out of bloom. You will find it even necessary to remove some of the buds at times, or the branches will break under the weight of flowers. Fine plants 15c each. CHARMER—The grandest of all winter bloomers. This is really oneof the most charming and desirable Fuchsiasin cultivation. Erect and compact, presenting a decidedly neat and attractive appearance asa pot plant. The tube and sepals are light sky blue. We have seen a plant of this Fuchsia six feet high and bear- ing over 5,000 bright blooms. Very attractive aud beautiful. 10c each. MRS. E. G. HILL—Mons. Lemoine, thecelebrated French Horticulturalist, writes: “Mrs E. G. Hill is without a doubt the grandest Fuchsia of any color introduced for years.”” The flowers are of immense size, tube and sepals short, rich reddish crimson, corolla very large, double and of an exquisite paper white color. Con- stant bloomer, and is a marvel of health and vigor. 10c each. LOTTIE—This variety makes a grand and beautiful pot plant. Sepals are bright scarlet; corolla, violet purple. This Fuchsia will please you. 10c each. LITTLE BEAUTY—A perfect little gem of a Fuchsia, growing about 6 inches high and always in full bloom; corolla violet purple. sepals of a most beautiful deep rosy red. Fine plants 15c each. LIBERTY BELL—The largest of all Fuchsais. Very distinct in its rich, dark color- ing. The flowers are of enormous proportions, very double and } road, of great substance; well reflexed, tube and sepalsof beautiful coral red, while the corolla is of the very richest violet shade imaginable. A plant of this variety in full bloom presents a picture never to be forgotten. 15c each. One Fine Plant of Each of Above 50c e Special Offer: 7 Rare Fuchsias Only 118 Always In Bloom. This remarkable new plant has in one season jumped to foremost place among choice winter blooming plants. No novelty in our greenhouses has attracted the attention or received praise equal to this. It is a perpet- ual bloomer, compact and branching in habit, sending up flower spikes by the dozen, one to two feet in length, almostas large and beautiful as glad- iolus. Color pure white, with lemon tinged throat, and lovely fragrance. Flowers keep two weeks after being cut. It has created a sensation in the New York flower market, Fine Plants only 15c each NEW IMPERIAL GLOXINIAS. Gloxinias are certainly among the handsomest of our summer flowering plants, presenting as they do such a variation of rich and exquisite coloring, equal to the Orchid in novelty and beauty. The flowers are of handsome shape and large size, and a great variety of colors that are velvety ia the depth and richness of shading. The flowers often measure three inches in length and twoin width and are upright and pendulous. They succeed well with ordinary care and should be grown in a moderately shady place, as the sun burns the foliage when wet, causing brown spots to appear. Plant bulbs ina mixture of light loam, manure and sand, equal parts, giving but little water until signs of life appear. You will havea succession of bloom from June to September, and words cannot de- scribe the rare beauty of these flowers to one who has never seen them. When done blooming dry gradually, and keep in pots over winter in a warm place. GRAND SPECIAL OFFER: 15 Cents Each, 4 For 50 Cents. Zs BE EZ jo WE LIZ Bal 119 ow dane CEYRIGHTED So SED Ver EWBuCKeAC ~ THE FINEST VARIETIES AT LOW PRICES. CU LTURE Gladiolus are of the simplest culture. Plant at any time from April to July, in any fdirly good soil, well spaded. Set * in rows three inches apart, or in masses six inches apart each way. Plant in full sun,if possible, and keep down weeds. under cover. They bloom from July to October. After fall frost, lift the bulbs and after removing the tops let them dry two or three weeks After removing the roots store them in a cool, dry place, away from frost, for planting the following spring. BUCKBEE’S LARGE FLOWERING GLADIOLUS. This selection is made up from splendid named varieties, bright- est and most varied colors, white, yellow, pink, rose, blush, intense scarlet, carmine, violet, striped, blotched, variegated, etc. Each. Doz. All Colors, Mixed.......... 3 bulbs for 10c. 30e. American Hybrids, Mixed................ 5c. 50c. White and Light Varieties, Mixed....... 4c. 40c. Striped and Variegated Varieties, Mixed 4c. 40c. Pink Varieties, Mixed ........0......... de. 40c. Red & Scarlet Varieties, Mxd..3 bulbs 10c 30c. Yellow Varieties, Mixed..........:...... de. 50c. Scarlet and Pink, with White Throats... ic. 50e. BUCKBEE’S GRAND NAMED GLADIOLUS. The following are sorts which can bé depended upon to give good results, each yariety is the acknowledged leader of its color. Africain—Black crimson, with pure white blotch on throat, the darkest colored of all. 10c each. Brenchleyensis—An old variety, but still the best vermilion scarlet formassing. 5c each. Cameleon—Compact spike, color a rich combination of slate, orange, white and violet, odd. 10c each. ° Duchess of Edinburgh—Purplish-rose, carmine stripe on lower petals. One of the finest. 15c each. Grand Rouge—Enormous spike of largest flaming scarlet, the finest of its color. 20c each. Isaac Buchanan—(Golden Sceptre.) Clear canary yellow. 10c each. Lord Byron—Brilliant scarlet with a pure white blotch. 10c each. Martha Washington—Fine spikes, light yellow, lower petals tinged with rose. 10c each. ‘ May—White ground pencilled with crimson. 10c each. Meyerbeer—Bright scarlet, flamed with vermilion. 10c each. Octoroon—A beautiful shade of salmon pink. 15c each. President Lincoln—-Blush white, suffused with bright rose. 10c each. Shakespeare—A fine variety, white, slightly suffused with carmine rose, large rose blotch. 10c each. ; Snow White—Grand spike of snow white. flowers, a magnificent variety. (Seecut.) 15c each. 75¢ | H One Each of the above 14 Grand Varieties, } Special Offer. each variety separate, for GLADIOLUS CHILDSI. Special Offer. 25¢ Columbia—Light orange scarlet, freely blotched and penciled with blush purple. Throat freely marked and mottled. Mohonk—A strong, rank grower; flowers of large size and great substance; deep dark pink with spotted throat, shaded orange and flaked with maroon. Mrs. Henry Ward Beecher—Beautiful deep rosy crimson; large, well- opened flower with white throat, freely marked and spotted with bright carmine. Wm. Falconer--Spikes of great length and flowers of enormous size Light pink and blush, two delicate shades, freely mottled anc intermixed; throat spotted with crimson and white. Henry Gillman—Deep salmon scarlet with pure white bands through each petal. The throat showing the peculiar spotting and mot- tling of this class. NEW GIANT GLADIOLUS. Gorgeous Colors and Marvelous Markings. Flowers Size of Tea Plates This new race of extraordinarily beautiful Gladiolus represents in the perfection of this genus since its introduction. The flowers have reached enormous dimensions, often 7 to 9 inches across, far surpassing any others and much resembling Orchids of the bright- est hues and most curious designs. Every color known among Gladiolus is represented, and many never before seen, many hay- ing beautifully mottled and spotted throats, made up of white, crimson, pink, yellow, ete., of unsurpassed beauty. New Giant Mixed Gladiolus—10c each, $1.60 per doz. Lemoine’s Butterfly Hybrids—Mixed. This mixture is made up of named sorts which were imported from the originator. The re- markable richness of the colorings of this class, rival the finest orchids. 5c each, 40e doz. z Kelway’s Choice Hybrids—Grown from stock of the celebrated Eng- lish Hybridizer, produces immense spikes in great variety of coloring. 5c each, 50c per doz. CYCLAMEN-=-New Giant Flowered. (Persian Violet?) Most beautiful of all pot plants, giving the richest profusion of elegant flowers; foliage decidedly handsome, being variegated with different shades of green, helping to show off the richly colored flowers. In fact, a plant in bloom resembles a tastily arranged vase of flowers ea beautiful foliage. Price of choice bulbs 15c each or 12 for $1.00. 10c Each; Set of 5 for 120 < ASS SS . SSS —————— SSS EZ Sm SSG WSCC . ———s H.W i ye | LD > ———| | FLOWERIN ant Z VY {\ i, 2 Zs “Mas S \\ i] l(( | ——— SINGLE GERANIUMS. STAR SPANGLED BANNER—The grandest and most unique floral novelty ever offered, and certainly the most remarkable and dis- tinct single Geranium ever introduced to the public. Star Spangled Banner has madea great sensation wherever shown on account of the many distinct colors in the individual florets, which are round and large, often 2144 inches in diameter, and contain three distinct shades, viz.: red, white and blue, the col- ors contained in our national flag, from whence it derives its name. J sincerely believe that it is destined to be cherished in “the land of the free and the home of the brave” like that glo- rious old flag, ‘‘The Spangled Banner.”’ ‘‘Three cheers for the Red, White and Blue.” The plant is a strong, vigorous grower, thriving well in almost any situation, a remarkably free ever bloomer, producing quantities of its high colored trusses, which cause unbounded surprise and astonishment to all who have been fortunate enough to behold its charming beauty. Notwithstand- ing its rarity it will be sold for 25c each. A THE WONDER—The flowers are the most inteuse dazzling scarlet, and are borne in trusses of largest size, measuring from 18 to 20 inches in circumference, with single florets measuring 7 inches in circumference. The foliage is fine and rich in color, and in striking contrast to the brilliant scarlet flowers. As a pot plant or a bedding geranium it has no equal. 10c each. COLUMBIA— Another fancy geranium with exquisitely beautiful flowers. A wonderful free bloomer, with thick rounded petaled flowers. Each floret has a large creamy white center. The ground work of the upper petals is also white edged with soft TRI COLOR GERANIUMS ONLY 10c EACH. The Set for 50 Cents. MRS. POLLOCK—Leaves bright bronze red; zone belted with crim- son and edged with golden yellow. HAPPY THOUGHT—Leaves cream white center, with a dark green band about the zone. MAD. SALLEROI—Foliage bright green, edged with white. SUNSET—Leaves variegated yellow and various shades of red. SNOW STORM—Center of leaves bright green, edged with white. BORZE BEDDER—Leaves bright yellow witha bronze zone of deep rown. BISMARCK—Foliage yellowish green with zone of deep chocolate. rose. shadings. A remarkable Geranium in every respect. J. D. CABOS—Plant dwarf and free flowering. tiful rose. 15c¢ each. MAD. MOLIN—This is the best bedder in the single salmon section, and entirely distinct in color from all others. It bears immense trusses of the largest flowers, reddish apricot, veined darker with beautiful rose center. Floretsiarge and round. 15c each. MADONNA—An exceedingly pretty and dainty variety of fine habit. Flowers are of a lovely pale pink color, delicately penciled with a deeper shade. Florets are unusually large and the trusses are of immense size. 10c¢ each. DIRECTEUR MARMY— Deep red with small white center. 15c eagy. L’AUBE—Undoubtedly the finest single white Geranium in exis- tence, resembling a huge snow ball. culture and for bedding. 15c each. WEDDING RING—The most brilliant. and showy of all single Ger- aniums. The florets are large size and perfectly round. Color isa deep red very evenly shaded and velvety. 10c each. OLIVIA—Beautiful bright rosy crimson. One hundred and nine trusses and buds have been counted upon a single exhibition plant. his variety will astonish all who grow it. 15c each. ALPHONSE CHARDIN—Beautiful nankeen rose, with dark veins and large trusses; free bloomer. 10c each. PIERRE MAEL—Color violet lake; base of upper petals marked with white. 15c each. Special Offer.—The Set of 12 New Single Geraniums for Only $1.00. SWEET SCENTED GERANIUMS 10c EACH. The Set for Only 40 Cents. Lower petals a soft bright salmon rose, with lighter 15¢ each. Color a soft beau- Unsurpassed both for pot LARGE LEAF ROSE—Indispensable in the formation of bouquets. MRS. TAYLOR—Fragrant foliage. Flowers scarlet magenta. NUTMEG—Highly scented; a valuable variety. OAK LEAVED—Leaves oak-shaped and very fragrant. SMALL ROSE—One of the finest fragrant sorts. DR. LIVINGSTON—Deliciously fragrant. A splendid y’ -iety. 121 \ aU) yt eh 35 AZ NEW AND MAGNIFICENT NOVELTIES. SPECIAL OFFER. This Set of Six for Only Paris Set 50c. GRANDEUR—F lowers large and round, 244 inches in diameter, borne in enormous trusses and produced with great freedom. The color is a beautiful rich shade of rosy crimson; one of the very largest and finest of all double geraniums. 15c each. ALPHONSE RICARD—The giant among Geraniums. One of the best bedding Geraniums of all varieties. The plant rebounds with vigor; foliage strong, striking and of perfect habit. Color of the flower is a bright orange red of most pleasing shade. The flowers are absolutely perfect in shape, color and make-up; trusses exceptionally large, and bornein immense spherical balls, often measuring twelve inches in diameter. It makes a compact, dense growth and has all the qualities that go to make the per- fect bedder that itis. Fine alsoin pots. It is of the semi-double type, the most striking of all, only the double form takes place near the base of the petals, allowing them free development and at the same time showing the semi-double type. 15c each. JOHN DOYLE—The most valuabie double Geranium in existence: Size of pips and trusses something enormous. Color, rich deep scarlet, grand beyond description. For house and general deco- ration it is a beauty, and will replace allother varieties. 10c each. BUC DE MORTEMART—One of the most attractive and yet one of the daintiest of all the double Geraniums. The florets are of large size, beautiful form and of a deep glowing pink color, crinkled and crape-like in appearance. A perfect dream from fairyland in loveliness. A sturdy grower and great bloomer. 10c each. PHALENE—A fine variety in a pleasing and valuable color, and one that is sure to be in the front rank of favorites. Colora lovely rich rose, shading lighter atcenter. Trusses enormous; plant of finest habit. 15c each. FRANCES MAYNARD—This is unquestionably one of the very best dark colored Geraniums, both for pot culture and massing in the open ground. Color beautiful deep blood red with orange shad- ings. Extra fine in every respect. 10c each. SPECIAL OFFER. This Set of Six for Only 50c. GOLDEN CROWN—The nearest approach to a double yellow yet in- London Se troduced. Plant is of compact and bracing habit. The flowers are produced in greatest profusion upon me lium sized trusses. The flowers are of a bright orange color, very distinct and fine. This Geranium will causea sensation wherever grown. Classed as one of the freest bloomers. Without an equal for bedding or | pot culture. 15c each. | M. JOULIN—Color is the richest pink shading near the base of the | upper petals, beinga creamy white. Most of the florets bloom at once, and when in full bloom the truss is almost a spherical ball of rich glowing pink. This variety is suitable for bedding or pot culture. 15c each. MARGARET PIGNON—One of the finest Geraniums ever offered. The ground color of the flower is pure white, center light pink; a beautiful combination. Produces fine bold trusses all through the season. Habit all that can be desired. 15c each. | GLORIE DE FRANCE—This variety produces trusses of immense size, and the largest florets of any of the double varieties. In color it is quite distinct, the center being cherry red, shading to rosy lilac, with white markings on the fower. 10c each, AGNES KELWAY—The grandest double pink Geranium it is possible to conceive. Immense flower trusses, flowering as freely as the single sorts, one mass of rosy pink flowers. This is sure to super- sede all other pink sorts for bedding or for growing in pots for market. Try adozenor more of this Geranium in a bed or clump, and it will delight you the summer through with its handsome foliage and pleasing colors, which this geranium alone possesses. 15c each. COUNTESSE DE HARCOURT—One of the finest double white Ger- aniums, the flowers being a perfectly pure clear white of large size and immense trusses. A fine bedder, as it blooms as profuseiy as the other colors. The perfect double flowers are unsurpassed for cut blooms, and retain their snowy whiteness even in the heat of summer. Truly an everblooming variety. 15c each, | | | <7 Nate “/ Gm Nas wean er 122 are being formed and expanding. | only a general description. bold, abrupt manner, giving a great variety of effects, and then again banded and outlined in an abrupt manner, combining a great _ of color imaginable. | one more genuine satisfaction than the Pel | argoniums, and few yield such good results the earthis thoroughly packed around the | roots. Mi \\ Tp )\ a , 3 ——— = i | | PELARGONIUMS, OR LADY WASHINGTON GERANIUMS. I Offer Seven Novelties and Two Choice Standard Varieties, the Most Beautiful of all Ger- aniums. Extra Fine Plants. Price, 20c Each, or the Set of Nine Magnificent Varieties for $1.50. Few house plants present so many and varied attractions as the Pelargoniums. Everyone exclaims to CU LTU R ° My list contains new, wonderfully beautiful and 0 SS * their gorgeous beauty wherever and whenever seen. esirable varieties, and must be seen to be appreciated. Nothing can rival a large, weli grown Pelargas nium when in full bloom, and once seen wil! never be forgotten. The foliage of itself is beautifuliy marked and cut, while the size, shape of flower and coloring is beyond description. Flowers are of large size, somewhat like a pansy in shape; the edges of the petal- are often beautifully scalloped and crinkled, presenting an attractive and dainty appearance. The coloring is to varied to allow of Sometimes delicately shading from an intense bold coloring to the dantiest shades, often blotched ina many colors and shades in the same flower often times. Indeed there is no class of flowers that combine such’a wide variety of color- ing running from the dantiest to the most startling effects, from the most delicate penciling to the broadest bands and largest blotches No plant will afford with so little care, comparitively. Plants should be potted carefully, taking care that Balisicction. the wonder of all. Give plenty of light and air, and form an excellent soil. When the plants are F. R. BOYNTON, Omaha, Neb., writes :— The plants which you sent me gave perfect The Pansy Geraniums were flowering they should be shaded from sunsh when the flower trusses appear, give some weak liquid manure. Show Pelargoniums require good drainage and should be kept rather dry than otherwise, especially in autumn and winter, when progress of growth is but slow. Good fibrous loam with about one-fourth decayed manure and some sand ine and given plenty of air. When through blossoming they should be set out in the sunshine for about a month, when they may be cut back and again started in growth. Large specimen Pelargoniums are obtained by growing plants for several years. After being cut back about August, they should besyringed and moist at the roots until beginning to break, when they should be shaken out, the roots pruned, and replaced with new soil in pots a size smaller than before. a uniform and symmetrical plant. Do not at any time give too large a jar, and be careful in training and tying the growths, so as to secure Change the soil oftener than the size of the pot, and give manure water quite freely while flowers By following the above simple directions and securing my new varieties, you will have the most exquisitely beautiful house plants it has ever been your good fortune to possess MAD. GUSTAVE HENRY—F lowers a most beautiful shade of rosy- - carmineimaginable,shading to a soft pure white center, blotched with deep purple. Large umbels. Plant possesses a neat, com- pact habit, and is a prodigious bloomer. Very striking and beau- tiful, and one of the most exquisite Pelargoniums ever offered. Anentirely distinct and new variety offereil for the first time this year. It is a welcome addition to the floral kingdom. MAD. PAPE CARPANTIER—Different from many of the other va~ rieties, being a large beautiful double white. Having just been introduced, itis said to be the finest double white Pelargonium in cultivation. Unlike many of the old varieties, this favorite is of great value for cutting purposes, as the petals remain intact along time after blooms have been cut. The flowers are borne in trusses of the purest snow white, and in greatest profusion. | DR. MASTERS—A splendid variety and sure to elicit admiration whenever seen. The trusses are large and are borne in the greatest profusion. It is semi-double, the upper petals having large black blotches in the center, with a narrow margin of rich erimson, the lower petals being marked with smaller blotches. Very striking and beautiful. The plant is a free grower and of fine habit. FRED DORNER.—We consider this to be one of the most desirable house plants grown. It isa perpetual blooming variety, usually commencing to bloom in December or January, and continuing throuchout the Spring and Summer. The throat and edge of the petals are pure white. each shaded towards the center with rich carmine pink, with a glowing crimson blotch on each. We have always been unable to supply the demand, but now have‘a fine stock to offer. MABEL—A distinct and peculiarly shaded variety of dark maroon color, heavily painted and narrowly edged, presenting a nove- appearance. The habit of growth is dwarf and compact, throwl ing out flowering branches in every direction, giving it the ap- pearance of a huge bouquet. A fine variety in every respect, and as a show plant cannot be excelled. MAD. VIBERT—Fiine black maroon blotches bordered with an in- tense fiery red, the entire flower being edged with white, pre- senting a striking and elegant appearance, and entirely distinct from other varieties. The foliage is round and beautifully zoned. A vigorous grower, of fine habits anda free bloomer. A fine variety in every respect. MRS. BRADSHAW—F lowers are pure snowy white, blotched with deep maroon. Excellent for potting and for show purposes. One of the prettiest and dantiest Pelargoniums thus far, and well repaying one for all care given it. An unusually free bloomer, it will be a constant delight to its owner, attracting the atten- tion of every one. MRS. ROBERT SANDIFORD—A large double white of great beauty, glistening in its purity and wondrous loveliness. Flowers are of extra large size, well doubled and beautifully ruffled. along the edge of the petals, presenting a dainty and novel appearance. The plant is of fine form and easy of cultivation, possessing handsome foliage of the most beautiful shade of green, delicately veined and penciled. A free bloomer and very desirable. MADAME THIBAUT—White, richly blotched and marked with clear bright rose, the upper petals marked with crimson maroon, large white zenter. The trusses and individual flowers are of immense size, while the petals are heavily ruffled, giving it a beautiful double appearance. THE MOST DESIRABLE OF AIL.L HOUSE PLANTS. 123 MAGNIFICENT NEW IVY GERANIUMS. 10 Cents Each. Set of Six 50 Cents. SURPRISE—A decided veauty, the flowers being a clear rosy salmon dotted with crimson. Single plants measure from five to six inches in circumference. One of the most prodigious bloomers known. A great acquisition. JOSEPH DE MAISTRE—F lowers very full and of beautiful violet rose color, the upper petals being beautifully marked. Single florets are of immense size, often measuring six inches in circumference. Being a remarkably free bloom- er the plant, when in flower, presents a gorgeous appearance. MERIMEE—A pure snowy white of great beauty. Being a rapid grower, the beauty of its fiowers and foliage render it especially suitable for vases and hanging baskets. A free bloomer. CHAS. MONSELET—Beautiful beyond description, the flowers being a deep bright pink, almost approaching scarlet in color. Trusses are of large size. LA FAUDRE—F lowers are quite double and of_a bright orange scarlet shade, rendering them very striking amidst the glosSy green foliage. A very rapid grower and prodigious bloomer, it is bound to be a great favorite. GEN. CHAMPIONNET—A grand variety of a beautiful scarlet color; the florets areof fine rose form, of largest size, measuring six inches in circumference. Other Favorite Varieties, 8c Each. SOUV. CHAS TURNER—One of the handsomest Ivy Geraniums ever produced. The color is a deep bright pink, approaching scarlet in color. Quite double. P. CROZY—A most destinct and pleasing variety, being the nearest approach to a scarlet yet introduced. Very dwarf and compact. A free bloomer. COUNTESSE HORACE DE CHOISEUL—A very vigorous plant. Color a bright golden salmon. Allsay: ‘‘Is it possible that itisa geranium flower?” CAMILLE FLAMMARION—A beautiful variety. Flowers are large, full, cup- shaped anda deep rose color. Free flowering and vigorous. REMARKABLE —In size of flower, richness of color, and beauty of foliage it is unequalled. Color deep rich red of wonderful warmth and loveliness. SIX NEW DWAREF NOVELTIES, 10c EACH. SET OF SIX 50c. LE GIANTE—One of the finest among the deep purples. Flowers are of extra size, exceedingly fragrant and very beautiful. A great acquisition in every respect, valuable alike as a pot plant or for outdoor culture. MIREILLE—F lorets of unusual size, of a delicate pearl shade, daintily edged with the palest shade of heliotrope. A good grower and vigorous bloomer. and posses- sing all the good traits that characterize a general favorite. LE GLAIN—A beautiful, deep intense 3 eye, making it very striking in ap- measured one-half inch in diameter, One of the most desirable of all the MME. A. CARRIERE—Another of the novelties possessing rare characteristics. Florets are of immense size and bright blue in color, contrasting finely with the large white eye. Plant is somewhat dwarfin habit and extremely free bloomer and fine in every way. purple with a large glistening white \ pearance. The single florets often and are borne in immense trusses. Heliotropes in every respect. PICCIOLA—A beautiful deep, royal purple with white center. Truly a marvel in sizeof bloom. The plant isa free, compact grower, and is literally covered with blooms, emitting a fragrance that is truly bewildering. Any one of these new varieties is so far superior to the older sorts as to be a great revelation to you. MME. DE BUSSY—Flowers are a beautiful light purple with large white eye. Very dwarf and branching in habit, bearing trusses as large as any of the finest im- proved varieties. Exceedingly fragrant and elegant in every respect. LE GIANTE. HONEYSUCKLE. 15c EACH. THE TWO FOR ONLY 25c. The dear old Honeysuckle is never out of place at the rich man’s mansion or the poor man’s cottage. For a cheap, hardy, robust, yet lovely vine, it is the chief stand-by. Flowers exceedingly beautiful and very fragrant. GOLDEN LEAVED—Marvelously effective. It bears innumerable sprays of the most perfect little leaves that are covered witha net-work of gold and green, often marked with pink also. The gold deepens at the tip of the sprays and there is nothing finer to combine with corsage bouquets, while for trimming floral baskets they are the finest thing we know of. Pr we) O Ly rod z= |COPYRIGHT ED 1p 9+ | BYH.W.BUCKBEE ! ___ ELEGANT DECORATIVE HARDY PLANTS. | Magnificent and highly ornamental out door plants, easily grown, and should be in every home in this land. Grand for bedding | purposes and as specimen plants for piazzas, or to place either side of a flight of steps, nothing is more striking and effective. Hydrangeas thrive best in rich soil. A little shade and plenty of water seem to meet all they demand during the growing season. The bush should be cut back every spring at least one-half of last season’s growth, dug around, manured well, and the plant will award you with an overwhelming abundance of blooms. MONSTROSA COMPACTA—This grand beautiful novelty is sure to | prove decidedly popular. The flowers are something enormous, trusses 18 inches in diameter, being of common occurrence, while the individual florets measure three inches in diameter and are of a most pleasing shade of bright satiny pink. The plant is of acompact, bushy growth, and attains a height of two feet. While not perfectly hardy,it will stand out with good protection, but can best be wintered inadry,dark cellar. When brought to light in early spring will produce its blooms in time for Easter decoration. Price 20c each. Large plants by express 25c. PANICULATA GRANDIFLORA—The latest and best novelty from Japan. Most valuable and ornamental shrub in existence. Plant is of bushy and compact growth, blooms in mid-summer and re- OTAKSA—A splendid new variety from the Orient. Flowers large: bright pink, tinted blue; produced very freely. Price 15c each. Large plants by express, 25c each. HORTENSIS—Well-known variety, exceedingly popular. Plant of fine size, producing large, handsome white flowers, which grad- ually turn to pink as they open; strikingly showy ana handsome. Price 15c each. Larger plants by express, 25c. RED BRANCHED—This variety, with heads of blooms as large as @ water pail, commences to bear its enormous trusses of deep rose pink blooms while very small, increasing constantly in size and profusion. The stems and branches are dark purplish red, which, with the green leaves, set off the clouds of rosy blossoms admira- bly. Price 15c each. Larger plants by express, 25c. mains in flower three months or more. Completely covered with immense pyramidical trusses of bloom a foot long and as much in diameter. THOMAS HOGG—Splendid variety. Has all the characteristics so valuable in a plant of this kind. When fully grown attains a height and width of over six feet, and fairly covered with im- mense trusses of creamy white flowers, often measuring fifteen inches in diameter. 10ceach. Larger plants by express, 25c. SPECIAL OFFER—Set of Six for Only 75c. PANSIES. Buckbee’s Grand Medal Varieties. My grand collec- tion of different § varieties of pansies are unequalled in size, and beauty and are all grown)=3s from seed that thus'=3 far have secured 20: medals. My plants this year are ex- ceptionally fine. Grow these flowers once and you will alwaysdoso. Price by mail 50c a doz.; expres§, $2.50a 100. 125 The most charming spring blooming plant, producing delightfully agrant blooms. Large flowering roots 5c each; 50c per dozen. SET OF SIX... Only Delivered Free by [ail 75¢. | | ~ THE CREAM OF VARIETIES: WORTH TREBLE THE MONEY. Latania Borbonica—This Palm is more largely used than any other on account of its strong, healthy habit. Magnificent in appear- ance. It is beautiful for Jardinieres, baskets, etc. 15c each. Kentia Belmoreana—The curly Paim leaves pinnate, the divisions taper pointed. One oi the very bestior all purposes. 20c each. Seaforthia Elegans—One of the most graceful of bearing long, curving pinnate leaves of rare beauty. A magnificent plant for Jardiniere or center of large tropical bed. 15c each. Phoenix Canariensis—A most beautiful strong growing Palm with dark green g foliage. This variety is very easily grown, and is sure to pleaseevery purchaser. Price, 15c. Never allow the allowing the soil will improve the heaJth of the Palm. Select as small a pot as will comfortably contain the roots, giving good drainage, and being careful not to bury thestem of the Palm- CULTURE. soil composed of stiff, sandy loam is the most desir. In most cases once a year is often enough to re- plant to become dry, bui give plenty of water, not to become sour. Sponging the leaves occasionally Cocos Weddeliana—The most Palms. Its slender, erect st graceiully arching leaves, mad pinnae or segments oi a rich gr able for fern dishes. 20c each. Kentia Fosteriana—This is without exception the most hardy of its class. Itis very graceful, and for table decoration, scarcely has its equal. Price, 20c each. lf you desire Large Specimen Palms, write tome. My stock is fine. elegant and graceful of all the smaller are freely furnished with ot innumerable long, narrow s een color. The cocos are admir- BEAUTIFUL DECORATIVE FERNS. Adiantum Cuneatum—The best Known variety of Adiantum. Its |, lace-like foliage makes it indispensable for fower work. ially adapted ior Jardinieres or any place where elegant efiect is desired. Price 15c each. Adiantum Roenbecki—Sironger and more erect grower than Cune- atum. Price Tic. Pteris Tremula—The Pieris varieties are the best adapted for Fern Jardinieres for table decoration, being a constant source of de-| light. They possess large deep green fronds, presenting a unique and beautiful appearance. Suretodowell. Price 15c each. Pteris Serrulata—One of the most beautiful Jardiniere or basket Ferns known. Fronds of graceful form and a delicate sea green color. Price 10c each. } Pteris Victoria—A beautiful and distinct variety. The fronds are spreading. somewhat long and narrow, with a broad veining or band of white running through thecenter. Very hardy. 15c.. | Pteris Sieboldi—Fronds somewhat broader than Victoria and more irregular, being cut andfringed. Very satisfactory. 15c. Pteris Serrnlata Cristata—Beautiful deep green fronds branching irregularly, somewhat resembling the antlers of a deer, the ends} being like a minature tassel. Avery handsome variety. 15c each. Onychium Japonicum—aA very dainty fern, being so delicate as to be feathery in its gracefulness. Beautiful for fern pots,etc. One of the most graceful ofall. Price 10c each. Lastrea Davalleoides—Somewhat resembling the Sword Fern,yet the fronds are shorter and broader. Stands house culture well Price 10¢ each. Selaginella Emeliana—aA distinct and most beautiful species 0i bold | but very graceful habit, growing about 10 inches high. 15c each. SET OF TEN FOR 99 CENTS. : 126 Finest of all Strong growing compact habit. Fronds are ofa New Sword Fern —(Nephrolepiz Cordata Compacta) Sword Ferns. Gark green — a f upright growth, > stem to make them grace- fal. Price, 25c each. New. Boston Sword Fern— (Nephrolepis Ezaltata Bosteniensis.)—Originated near Boston. Fronds obtain a length of four feet which arch and droop over graceiuliy. One of the finest, 20c each. Sword Fern.— (Wephrolepis Phillipense) —A pretty narrow leaved variety of the Sword Fern, with dark foliage. Very de- sirable decorative plant. §% Price 15¢ each. = Sword Fern — (Nephrolepis Eraitata)—It makes a charming ornament for any room, and a grand center plant for baskets, potsorvases. 10c each. Sword Fern (Nephrolepis Da- vallebides Furcans)}—Simi- 3 lar to the Sword Fern in appearance ; ends oi fronds forked and serrated. SET OF FIVE SWORD FERNS FOR 75c. x iS ~ SN ER FLOWER- ING OXALIS. No bulbs are’so valuable for edging the borders of walks and flower beds as the beautiful flowering Oxalis. When planted three inches apart they produce an unbroken row of ele- gant foliage and pretty flowers, and as they bloom very quickly after planting they furnish a neat and at- tractive border the whole season. They are also splendid when planted in amassandmakeavery showy bed. The bulbs can be planted the first of May, or perhaps earlier and will be in bloom by the first of June. No flower is easier grown than this, as they are sure to succeed in all soils ‘\ 1) fy ial S “ A i GOLDEN and situations. They are also charm- ing when grown in pots and make a Very attractive mass of fine foliage and gay flowers. They can be planted in this way atany time during the winter or spring, and will commence bloom- ing atonce. Every bulb will grow and flower beautifully. SUMM —= ——— Price of fine bulbs 10c per doz,, 25 for 15c., 100 for 40c. Lasandria— Fine rosy-pink, beautiful cut foliage. Dieppi— Pure white; very fine. Shamrock—Lovely cover-like foliage and pink blossoms. Mixed Sorts—Several colors. Mammoth Bulbs— We can supply mammoth - sized bulbs of these Oxalis, nearly as large as Gladio- lus, and which will produce a wonderful profu- sion of bloom, at 5¢ each ;3 for 10c. j12 for 25c. BUCK BEES PLANT FOOD THIS PACKAGE CON TAINS SUFFICIENT ij H.w. BUCKBEE ROCKFORD. j11, PRICE 25c, Prepaid by Mail. 5 3 127 UCK RUDBECKIA LACINIATA, fl. pl., ‘*Golden Glow.” A hardy perennial plant growing eight feet high, branching freely, and bearing by the hundreds on long, graceful stems,exquisite double blossoms of the brightest golden color and as large as Cactus Dahlias. The cut represents a plantin bloom as photographed. Mr. Wil- liam Falconer, the best authority on plants in this coun- try says of it:, When I saw the double-flowering form of Rudbeckia Laciniata in bloom in your grounds in summer last year, I was amazed, for not- withstanding my long and intimate acquaintance with plants I had never before seen a double-flowered Rudbeckia, and I was delighted with the fullness and & gorgeousness of the blossoms and their clear, bright yel- low color. You gave mea plant last spring and it was set out in good garden ground. It grew vigorously and threw up strong branching flower stems six feet hgh, laden with sheeves of golden blossoms as large as fair Chrysan- themums, and all having an elegant graceful appearance without any of the stiffness in habit or blossom peculiar to sun flowers. Many eminent florists and amateurs have seen it here, and all admired it. As cut flowers the blossoms last well. In fine I unhesitatingly regard it as the most desirable introduction among hardy perennials since we got Clematis Panicu ata.’”’ It is the most effect- ive flowering plant for August and September in culti- vation. Strong plants which will bloom freely this sea- son 1l5c each 2 for 25c. TUBEROSES. Buckbee’s Monstrous Flowering. Good Sized Bulbs 5c Each; 40c Per Doz.; $3 Per 100. Classed among the finest of plants, producing hundreds of beautiful, pure white, double flowers on long and upright stalks, which are delightfully fra- grant. They may be planted and cultivated in pots or in the open ground. If planted in the open ground they should not be put out until the summer is welladvanced. It is a good plan to buy the bulbs early, pot and keep in the house vntil they have made quite a little growth, and by thus doing the blooms will surely mature before frost. They begin to flower in September, continuing until frost. For flowering in pots late inthe autumn the bulbs should be kept dry and cool until July; pot them and place in acoollocation. My select strain of bulbs has no equal, and will produce larger spikes of elegant double sweet scented flowers than any other strain offered. Mammoth Bulbs 10c; 3 for 25c; 75c per doz. -T UBER Ns loo RS Se RING| PHENOMENAL AND MATCHLESS ... NOVELTIES... TWO NEW CALIFORNIA DAISIES. 3 WHITE GIANT—Largest and finest white in cultivation; hasa double row of petals individual flowers measure 4 to 5 inches in diameter. 15c each. ( YELLOW GIANT—The finest of its color yet produced. Flowers measure 4 to 5 im} ches in diameter; color arich golden yellow. 15c each. STROBILANTHES DYERIANUS. For beddiug out purposes is already a strong rival to the ‘Coleus’ family. If forms a compact bush 18 to 24 inches high, with leaves 5 to 9 inches long and 3 tod} inches wide, of the most intense metallic purple:color, shading into light rose with a light green margin, a combination unapproached by any other plant. The exqui- site gloxiniashaped racemes, which completely cover the plant. 10c each; 3 for 25¢ SWAINSONIA GALEGIFOLIA ALBA. This is certainly a most charming everblooming plant of wonderful freedom of growth and blooming the whole year through. Every shoot, assoon as it attaing the height of 6 inches, begins to send forth large spikes of ivory white flowers, which resemble a ‘‘Roman Hyacinth.”? The individual flower is fashioned after the “Sweet Pea.’? Its lasting qualities as a cut flower are remarkable; willlast several days when cut and placed in water. The cut flowers of this charming plant are in great demand, and during the past season sold readily for $1.00 to $2.00 per dozen spikes. Strong plants l5ceach, 8 for $1.00. SPECIAL OFFER: The above 4 Rare Plants for Only 40c, STROBILANTHES DYERIANUS. j= vy NEW VIOLETS. NEW VIOLETS. ADMIRAL AVELLAN—A French variety with distinct reddish flowers, which are freely produced, of large size and fragrant. 10c each. LUXONNE—Of French origin; flowers single, large as a silver dollar; color soft rich violet purple; stems 9 to inches long. 10c each. PRINCESS OF WALES — Largest and most fragrant of single violets; color deep violet purple; strong grower and free bloomer. ‘0c each. GMPROVED MARIE LOUISE— Surely one of the ver, finest double blue violet grown. Color deep violet blue, very fragrant and a continual £ bloomer. It is of extremely < easy growth. Be sure toin- clude one or more of these charming plants in your or- der. 10c each. THE BRIDE—A grand pure white variety. Flowers are double and immense in size, extra early and deliciously fragrant. A free bloomer, and willastonish all by its ~ delightful beauty. 10c each. © " SWAINSONIA GALEGIFOLIA ALBA. THE CALIFORNIA—The greatest acquisition to the violet family can America claim in this splendid variety. We are indebted to Professor Emory E. Smith, of California, for the introduction of this grandest of all violets. By our extensive trials of ‘* California’? the past season we have proven it to be vigorous and absolutely free from disease; flowers single, of immense size, sufficiently large to more than cover a silver dolar. Its color is clear violet purple, and will not fade. The fragrance is delightful. The flowers are borne on strong stems 12 to16 inches in length and from 300 to 500 flowers may be picked from a single plant in one season. Finely grown plants 10c each. LADY HUME CAMPBELL—The choicest of all the new double violets. The flowers are of a beautiful azure blue, and delicately pretty in form, often as large as a half dollar and : of rare fragrance. Good, strong plants 10c each. SPECIAL OFFER! One Each of the Above Seven Beautiful Violets Only 50c.” NEW AND RARE PLANTS. ' Novelties of High Quality. Specialties that Please. Three Patriotic Bedding Plants. striking varieties. All New and now offered for the first time. The following plants will furnish a constant blaze of bloom the whole season, and nothing will be more effective than a bed of these three wonderful everblooming and GERANIUM, ACHILLEA GEN. FITZHUGH LEE, for Red. The finest red geranium known. Each individual flower is so arranged as to lhe perfectly even, giving a roundness and smoothness to the entire truss that is most unusual. This variety is always in bloom. Color of-flower a flaming red. A most striking variety. Fine plants 15c each. On this time. bedding or nothing finer. after year. PTARMICA for wonderful ona single plant have been counted at one Flowers pure white, perfectly double and are produced in large sprays. cemetery Sure to live and bloom year Perfectly hardy. AGERATUM PRINCESS PAULINA for Blue. This beautiful ageratum is of a dwarf, compact habit, 5 inches in height. Its pe- culiarity consists of both blue and white in White. sort, 5,000 flowers For|the same flower. the body of the flower planting there is| being white, while the stamens forming an outer ring are skv blue, giving the flower a 10c each. pretty variegated appearance. 10c each. SPECIAL OFFER. I Will Send the Three Beautiful Everblooming Plants for Only 25 Cents. NEW PALM. Livistonia Rotundifolia—The graceful foliage issimilar to Latonia Borbonica but smaller and gracefully recurved, forming an almost globular plant. Price 20c, 35c, 50c, $1.00 each. PANDANUS. Utilis—Graceful, beautifuland ornamental foliage plant used for decorative purposes. lde to 252 each. NEW PINK SWAINSONIA. This is indeed a very beautiful new everblooming variety, individual flowers resemble a Sweet Pea. Color of flowers a beautiful shiny pink freely produced on long stems. 15c each. FICUS ELASTICA. India Rubber Tree—This is the genuine true Belgian very large, smooth, leathery leaves; evergreen foliage. One of the finest house plants grown, the plant attaining a large size and tree shape. Each new leaf is enclosed in a long coral red envelope looking like a greatred flower bud. A very fine plant for the lawn or bay window. Price 35c, 50c, 75c, $1.00 each. PETUNIAS, New Double Fringed. PIERRE—Large, double fimbricated flowerof purest snowy white- ' ness. Flowers measure four to six inches across. Five hundred flowers have been grown onasingle plant. 15c each. MY BRIDE—Large double fringed flower, color a most beautiful shiny pink. Produces a sensation wherever shown. Very free bloomer. 15c each. DOUBLE MIXED—Twelve fine colors of the large flowering new varieties. Price 10c each, 3 for 30c, 12 for $1.00. Wy variety, i), NEW PETUNIA—PIERRE. NEW PALM—LIVISTONIA ROTUNDIFOLIA. GREVILLEA. Robusta— This is a splendid decorative plant, and of much quicker growth than a palm, and very effective with its long, drooping, silky foliage, deeply cut like a large growing fern, or a pennate-leaved palm. Fine plants only 10c each, DRACAENA. Indivisa—The plant is used extensively for winvow decoration, also as a center plant for vases, urns, ete. Its graceful foliage contrasts beautifully with other foliage and flowering, plants. Fine plants 10c to 25c¢ each. H NEW GERANIUM. Mars—A very beautiful, new dwarf variety, 5 inches in height and flowers of a clear, light salmon, dark in center. Always in bloom; a first class variety. 10v each. HYDRANGEA. Empress Eugene—This variety is the original true blue hydr- angea, flower of mammoth size and produced in abundance. Price 25c each; 2 year old plants 50c each. ASPARAGUS. Plumosus Nanus—This graceful climbing asparagus offered here, is taking the place of Smilax in all fine decorations. It possesses theadvantageof being much more graceful; its foliage being finer than the most delicate fern, and will last for weeks after being cut, the whole plant being a bright cbeerful green. Fine planis 15e to 25c each. ; Sprengeri—Indeed one of the finest species offered, makes a erand variety to grow as a pot plant, or for planting in suspended baskets. The fronds are frequently four feet in length, of a rich shade of green, useful for cutting, retaining their freshness for weeks after being cut. Prices 10c, 20c, 25c, 85¢ each. TWO NEW HELIOTROPES. 15c 5 Each. NEW HELIO- & TROPE,—Czarina —Dwarf grow- ing variety; a deep indivo blue with white eye; enormous truss- es measuring 12 inches across; of the giant type. NEW HELIO- TROPE, The Czar —Dwarf grow- ing variety, with black stems and enormous pani- cles of dark vel- vety bloom; very rich in color. This plant is always in bloom. NEW HELIOTROPE—THE CZAR. 7 \_ Dosrpaip forOnt fee apeeS as EE INSIDE RONT COVER = OLYMPIA 6