Trees, plants and seeds : 1908

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CHEAP COLLECTIONS

OFFERED TO INTRODUCE OUR STOCK

No discount will be allowed on the following collections, except that we will
pay the express charges if the sum of the order amounts to $5 or
more. All goods will be first-class, and not cheap in the sense of inferiority. Order
by collection number only. Do not name the articles.

Our $5 Fruit Collections

Collection No. 1. For $5 we will send 1 Gov. Lanham, 1 Butram, 2 Belle of
Georgia, 2 Arp Beauty and 2 Fitzgerald Peaches; 1 Maynard, 2 Hagle, 2 Climax and
1 Happiness Plums; 1 Becker Apple.

Collection No. 2. For $5 we will send 1 each of Admiral Dewey, Slappy, Mat-
thews’ Beauty, Gov. Lanham, Carman and Clilow Peaches; 1 each of Kagle, Gonzales.
Wickson, Doris and Climax Plums; 1 San Jacinto and 1 Becker Apple.

Collection No. 3. For $5 we will send 12 Peaches (small), 6 Apples (small),
6 Plums, 3 Pears, 3 Apricots, 12 Grapes, 12 Blackberries, 12 Mayes’ Dewberries.

Fruit and Flower Collections for $2.50

Collection No. 4. For $2.50 we will send 2 Admiral Dewey, 2 Matthews’ Beauty,
2 Guinn, 2 Jessie Kerr, 2 Carman and 2 Chilow Peaches.

Collection No. 6. For $2.50 we will send 1 Admiral Dewey, 1 Belle of Georgia,
and 1 Chilow Peach; 1 Happiness, 1 Eagle and 1 Gonzales Plum; 1 San Jacinto
Apple.

Collection No. 7. For $2.50 we will send 12 Chrysanthemums (of the best vari-
eties), 12 Roses (of the best varieties), 12 Geraniums {of the best varieties), 12
Coleus (of the best varieties), 6 Verbenas (of the best varieties), 6 Carnations (all
named and of the best varieties), 6 Violets, 6 Gladioli, 1 Hibiscus, 1 Heliotrope, 1
Lantana, 1 Salvia and 1 Trifoliate Orange. |

The above Six Collections must go by Express

Our 50-Cent Collections—Grand Values for 50 Cents

COLLECTION COLLECTION

No. 8—50Octs. 6 Everblooming Roses. No. 14—50 ets. 10 Single Geraniums.
No. 9—50 cts. 10 Chrysanthemums. No. 15—50 ets. 10 Carnations.

No. 10—50 ets. 12 Coleus. No. 16—50 ets. 10 choice Basket or Vase
No. 11—50 ets. 12 Verbenas. Plants.

No. 12—50 ets. 16 Pansies. No. 18—50 ects. 6 Rosedale Hybrids.

No. 13—50 ets. 10 Double Geraniums.

The above may go by Mail or Express

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Catalogue for 1908

INCE last year we have incorporated our business under the laws of Texas, under the
name of Baker Brothers Company. The personnel, ownership and management of
the business remain the same as heretofore. We incorporated merely for the conven-
ience of the proprietors. Our business has continued to -prosper from year to year.
For more than twenty years that we have been in business, our trade each season has
been better than the preceding year. Our trade in 1907 showed 35 per cent increase
over 1906.

The stringent inspection laws of Texas and Oklahoma will have the effect of keeping down disease and
injurious insect pests if purchasers will be careful not to buy any bill of trees unless accompanied by a copy
of the certificate of inspection. If this is done, the local dealer who buys up cheap stock anywhere will be
driven out of business.

No. 43 OKLAHOMA
Cerritorial Board of Agriculture— Official Certificate
Guthrie, Oklahoma, Oct. 9, 1907
To whom it may concern:
This is to certify that there has been filed with the
Oklahoma Board of Agriculture the report of Sam H.
Dixon, Inspeétor of the State of Texas, stating that the

Certificate of Nursery Juspertion
No. 1640

This is to certify that I have examined the Nursery
Stock of Baker Bros. Co., Forth Worth, Texas, and
find it apparently free from dangerous insects and

dangerously contagious tree and plant diseases.
This certificate to be void after September 1, 1908.

SAM H. DIXON
State Inspector of Nurseries and Orchards

stock grown in the nurseries of Baker Bros. Co., Fort
Worth, Texas, has been duly inspected for the season of
1907-8, and found to conform with the requirements
of said board.

This certificate is invalid after September 1, 1908.

C. A. McNABB
Secretary Board of Agriculture

Approved: R. T. MILNER, Commissioner
Houston, Texas, September 26, 1907

We advise our friends to send in their orders early, before the asscrtment is broken. Toward the
close of the season we cannot always furnish everything quoted in this Catalogue, but if the order is given
early we will set the goods aside and hold them for late shipment if desired. Parties desiring to set out
large orchards, should correspond with us and get our snecial prices.

ABOUT SHIPPING, ETC.

Nursery Stock should be shipped by express. Large orders may go by freight, but, as we get
specially low rates from the express companies, it is almost as cheap, and much quicker and safer to ship
in this way.

Seeds in packets by mail, in bulk by express. Plants by mail or express. Small orders for plants
may be safely sent by mail. This is far the best way for post - offices not on the railroad. Whenever it is
convenient to do so, it is much better to have plants sent by express. We can send larger plants, better
packed, and with dirt on the roots, and they are usually delivered much quicker and safer by express than
bv mail. That our customers may have these advantages without any additional expense,

We will deliver by express, charges prepaid, to any railroad town in Texas and
Oklahoma, all orders for trees and plants amounting to $5 or more. To receive
this advantage, cash must in all cases accompany the order.

This liberal offer does not apply to plants in pots, hanging baskets, etc., nor when plants and trees

are included in the same order. It must be at least $5 worth of trees, or at least $5 worth of plants, as they
must be packed separately. Nor does it apply to seeds and bulbs. In no case do we pay the express charges

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where special prices are quoted by letter, unless we should so agree in the letter. Some of our friends have
so misunderstood these conditions as to expect us to prepay express charges on potatoes, corn and other
heavy articles.

TERMS, Cash with Order. We decline to ship C. O. D. unless a partial remittance be made with
the order.

Please remember to write your name, post office and state distinctly. If you should fail to hear from
us within a week, please write us again, as we sometimes get orders from people who forget to sign their
names or give their post-offices.

Remittances should be made by Express or Post Office Money Order, or by Draft on Fort Worth. Do
not send checks on local banks, as it costs 10 to 25 cts. each to collect them.

Please write the order legibly, and apart from the body of the letter. Use our order sheet.

CHEAP EXPRESS RATES

While we ship thousands of plants by mail, and can do it as well, perhaps, as any firm, we would
strongly urge all our customers living on the railroad in Texas or Oklahoma to have their plants shipped
by express. As above stated, we can send larger and better plants, etc. Another advantage is that the
express companies have allowed a reduction of 20 per cent, so that the cost of shipping is small—not often
over 25 or 30 cents. That the purchaser shall not lose this entirely, we always send enough plants gratis
to pay the charges. As has been our custom, we prepay the charges on all orders of $5 and over.

If plants perish in transit, the loss is ours. Sometimes by unavoidable accidents plants perish on the
road. If promptly notified of the fact by return mail, and a list of the respective plants sent by us, we will
duplicate them at once. We always try to do even better than we promise or than fair dealing requires.
Our prosperity depends upon your receiving satisfaction.

OUR RESPONSIBILITY

We guarantee plants and seeds to reach their destination in a live, growing condition; but when we
have done this our responsibility ceases, because we know that if they receive proper care they will grow
nicely. Many plants die from careless treatment and neglect; in such cases, we cannot and should not be
expected to replace them.

OUR GUARANTEE. We give no guarantee with our seeds. We warrant our plants and trees to be
true to name, and to be delivered in good condition. When we plant trees and charge additional, we guar-
antee them to make a start to grow. The money is due as soon as the work is done, and we replace, the next
season, only such trees as failed to make a start. We exercise the greatest care to have all trees, shrubs and
plants sold by us true to name and free from disease, and hold ourselves prepared to replace, on proper
proof, all that may prove to be otherwise, but we do not give any warranty, express or implied. Any and all
goods are sold upon the express condition and understanding that in case any of them prove untrue to
label, unhealthy, or otherwise defective, we shall not be held responsible for a greater amount than the origi-
nal price of the goods. If the goods are not accepted on these conditions, they must be returned at once,
and money will be refunded.

REFERENCES: American National Bank, the commercial agencies, or any other business firm in
the city.

NO AGENTS. We have no traveling agents, and any one representing himself as such does so with-
out authority. We have been greatly annoyed by men, and especially by one man of our own name, who
pretend to be selling our goods. They usually order a few trees or plants from us, as any one may, and
then buy a lot of inferior stock from other nurseries, which they deliver as ours, showing the shipping tag
as addressed to them from us. We warn our customers against such people. Of course this does not apply
to persons who wish to raise clubs among their own friends.

-. CAUTION. We wish our customers would, in every case, keep a copy of their orders, and verify
them on arrival of plants; this will prevent mistakes as to what they thought they ordered, but which
was never written upon their order sheet. If not too much trouble, please drop us a card on arrival of
the goods. We are glad to know when you are pleased, and we wish to know of any dissatisfaction, that
we may make it right.

ERRORS—we make them—so does every one, and we will cheerfully correct them, if you will write
to us. Try to write to us good-naturedly; but, if you cannot, then write anyhow. Do not let an error
pass or complain to your neighbor about it; he cannot correct it. We want an early opportunity to make
right any of our mistakes that may occur.

INVITATION. We are always glad to have our out-of-town friends visit our Office and Seed Store,
1016 Houston Street, or our Nursery and Greenhouses at Riverside, one and three-quarter miles east of the
court-house. We have a telephone at each place, and, for people living within fifty miles of Fort Worth,
this is often the most satisfactory way of ordering.

"PHIONES ~—
No. 23 Office and Seed Store, 1016 Houston St. BAKER BROS. CO., Inc.
19 Nursery and Greenhouse, Riverside

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Choice Fruits for Texas

PLANTING DIRECTIONS. The soil should be thoroughly plowed, the deeper the better. Dig large holes
so that the tree-roots will not be cramped; set the trees a little deeper in the ground than they grew in the nursery,
and fill in the holes with good, rich soil, but no manure. When the roots are covered with earth, pour ina bucketful
of water, and when this has disappeared fill the holes, pressing the earth firmly with the foot and leaving it, when
finished, lower next to the tree, that the water during showers may gather in toward the roots of the tree or plant.
When trees are received, keep the roots covered with something moist till you are ready to plant them. Do not
fail to cut off at least half of last year’s growth.

CARE OF TREES. The one chief thing that we wish to urge upon our friends is to cultivate their trees.
More failures occur from the lack of cultivation than from all other causes together. You may just as well expect
to raise good corn or cotton without cultivation as good fruit. It is plowing and hoeing your trees need, and not
so much rain. Of the hundreds of thousands of trees we have grown, we have never watered one, and yet we
always have good trees. It is well to cultivate some small crop in your orchard; melons, vegetables, sweet potatoes,
or even cotton, but not corn; and never, on any account, sow oats, wheat, etc., among your trees, as is often done
by planters anxious to utilize every inch of land.

PEACHES

We have made a clese study of Peaches for Texas for more than twenty years, and so feel confident, in
offering the following list, that it contains the cream of the hundreds of varieties now grown. Still, improvements
are being made every year, and it is necessary to test new varieties as they are offered. This is one of the duties
of the nurseryman,—to test all and recommend only such varieties as have special merit. The average planter,
however, is not willing to wait two or three years before planting some valuable novelty he has heard of, but wishes
to do a little testing himself. For this reason we offer below, and all through our Catalogue, some trees that we
have not tested, but which we believe are decided acquisitions. The descriptions, of course, are borrowed, but,
in most cases, are those given by the originators. In ordinary soil, set the trees 16 to 20 feet apart each way.

New Peaches of Special Merit

Mayflower. The introducers of the Mayflower claim that in a four-years’ test, it has uniformly been nearly
a Ss aa full week earlier than the Sneed, heretofore the earliest Peach known. In addition it isa red
Peach,—red all over. Also, the tree is a strong, upright grower, and a very prolific bearer; in fact, it is inclined
to bear too heavily and the fruit should be thinned out. The fruit is firm and hence ships well. It sold at $3.50
per crate last season. The Mayflower is a novelty well worth trying. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

Buttram A large, yellow, fine-flavored cling that originated from seed in the old Buttram orchard in Deaf

* Smith county. It ripens there September 15. The elevation is 3,600 feet, and the common varieties
of Peaches do not bear regularly. This Peach and Paladuro were produced by nature for the plains. They bear
where others fail. Any orchard in the whole Panhandle will not be complete without these Peaches. Much of our
trade is in the Panhandle, and we are especially studying its needs; hence we are glad to be able to offer varieties
adapted to this locality. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

Palandu ro Another seedling from the plains that has proven year after year that it will bear. Large white
= ~ cling that ripens up there September 20, and will ripen here in August or last of July. No Pan-
handle orchard should be without it. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

Introduced by F. T. Ramsey, of Austin, who says of it: ‘‘ This is one of the most beau-
Governor Lanham. tiful and one of the very largest Peaches I have ever seen. The trees bear full of extra-
large Peaches when only two years old. They are as large as the very largest Elberta, and the yellow and red are
even brighter than the shadings on the Elberta. It ripens with Elberta, but is a cling, and the yellow flesh is very
firm and will ship to any market. It originated from seed right here in Austin. I have never taken greater pleasure
in introducing any new fruit.” $1.

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NEW PEACHES OF SPECIAL MERIT, continued

A Beaut East Texas is one of the best Peach-growing districts in the world. Thousands of acres are
Alrf) beauty. being planted to Elbertas there. Arp Beauty now comes forward as a rival to Elberta, and is
being planted there as fast as trees can be propagated. It is claimed to be the same size, color, quality and char-
acter as Elberta and three or four weeks earlier. The value of thisasa market or family peach will be easily seen,
and no other statement will be necessary to place it at the head of the list. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

W eaver Another native Peach introduced by Mr. Ramsey, who says that during the nine years he has known

* it, it has not failed to bear. A yellow cling overspread with red, often measuring 9 and 10 inches;
flesh very yellow and very firm; of very best quality. September 1 to 15. He sold 3,000 trees to Mr. Falkner,
the great fruit-grower of Waco, who says it has paid him more per tree than any other Peach. 50 cts. each, $5
per doz.

o Large, white, sweet, rich, firm, cling; hardy, vigorous, prolific; equal to Oldmixon Cling,
Hobson Cling. but ripe in June. One of the best of all Peaches. 25 cts.

Admiral Dewey A new Peach, having all the good qualities of the Triumph, and none of its defects.
6 *~Ss Its claims for preéminence are early maturity (it ripens with Triumph), early and abun-
dant bearing, vigorous and symmetrical growth, hardy wood and fruit-buds; flesh uniformly yellow to the stone,
from which it parts perfectly free, bright yellow color with lively red blush, and fine size (as large as Triumph).
The quality is very fine, being more like a midsummer than a June Peach. It will supersede all the old June
Peaches for market and home use. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.

2 This is becoming so popular as a successor to Elberta that we have secured some of
Matthews’ Beauty. the stock. In the section where it originated, a noted fruit man says it is the most valu-
able succession to Elberta so far introduced. In comparison it is a size larger and far superior in quality, while
its bearing and shipping qualities are just as good. Its season of ripening is three weeks later than Elberta. Skin
golden yellow, streaked with red; flesh yellow, firm, and of excellent flavor; perfect freestone. The original tree
of Matthews’ Beauty has been in bearing for eight years and missed but one crop in that time, keeping up its high
standard one year with another. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.

. ‘ ° A white Peach of the Indian type. Medium size, very abundant bearer, of very
White Indian Cling. best flavor, and one of the surest bearers in cultivation, as the parent tree has borne
almost every year for about twenty years. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

Chilow (Elberta Cling). A seedling of Chinese Cling, but, like Elberta, shows a little Persian blood. The fruit

is as large as Elberta, rich yellow, shaded on one side with soft red, and is remarkable for uniformity of
size. Many varieties in the orchard bore nothing last summer, but the crop on this tree drove away the last doubt
about its value on all scores, and especially productiveness. While leathery enough to ship long distances, it is
not tough. July. 35 cts. each, $3.60 per doz.

; The largest Peach tree grower in the world, who grows four millions of peach trees a
Belle of Georgia. year, tells us that his favorite Peach is the Belle of Georgia. He says, besides its being
large, showy and productive, its flavor is beyond comparison. On his reeommendation and that of other leading
nurserymen, where it is known, we are offering it to our trade before testing it ourselves. We are planting it

=< largely ourselves in our
own orchard. Very large,
skin white, with red
cheek; flesh white, firm
and of excellent favor;
fruit uniformly large and
showy; free. Rapid grow-
er; prolific. July rt to 15.
50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

> East Texas,
Guinn. with Cherokee

county as the center, is
probably the best Peach
country in the world.
Yet the growers there
who have tested most of
the varieties in cultiva-
tion, grow only a few va-
rieties. Next to the EI-
berta, Mamie Ross and
Arp Beauty, they are be-
ginning to plant all they
can grow of the Guinn, a
native seedling of that
section, which is of large
size and becomes a very
bright red color long be-
fore it is ripe, putting it
in condition for shipping
before it is soft. It ripens
between Alexandra and
Elberta. 50 cts. each,
$5 per doz

Alanine

lap pey. yellow free-
stone, being planted
largely for commercial
purposes. Ripens about
the fifteenth of June,
making it a very profi-
: table Peach to grow. 25c.
MATTHEWS’ BEAUTY PEACH each, $2.50 per doz.

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CHAMPION PEACH

Alexander. Above medium; highly colored; flesh
greenish white, very juicy, vinous and of good quality.
Matures from May 25 to June Io in Fort Worth.

Carman. A standard Peach of the Mamie Ross
type, and similar to it in appearance and time of
ripening.

Crawford’s Late. Fruit of the largest size; skin
yellow or greenish yellow, with deep red cheek; flesh
yellow; productive; one of the best; free.

Champion. Fruit large, beautiful in appearance;
flavor delicious, sweet, rich and juicy; skin creamy
white, with red cheek; freestone. The peculiarity of
this great acquisition is its hardiness; it stood a tem-
perature of 18° below zero in the winter of 1887-8,
and produced an abundant crop the following season;
and again in 1890 produced a full crop, when the Peach
crop was a universal failure.

Chinese Cling. Very large specimens, often meas-
uring 14 inches in circumference. Usually a shy bearer,
but of superior richness and flavor.

Crawford’s Early. Large; yellow, with red cheek;
flesh yellow, juicy and rich; very productive; a standard
market variety, and a very fine Peach. July I to Io.

Elberta. The most popular Peach ever grown. In
many places there are more Elbertas planted than all
other varieties combined. Large, yellow, juicy, high-
flavored and a good shipper. In fact, it possesses all
the good qualities that could be wished for in the Peach.

Family Favorites. Large; juicy, white flesh; red
cheek; free; sure; prolific; seedling of Chinese Cling. Is
making a most favorable record in many sections.

Fleitas (Yellow St. John). Large, rounded; rich
orange-yellow, with deep red cheek; juicy, sweet and
high-flavored; flesh yellow; free. Ripens with Early
Tillottson, and lasts longer. July 1.

General Lee. Above medium; oblong; creamy white
with carmine wash; flesh very fine-grained; melting,
very juicy and of high flavor; quality best. Cling.
July 5 to 20.

Greensboro. Originated in Greensboro, N. C., and
is a worthy production of the ‘‘Old North State.’ The
largest of the Early Peaches (nearly twice the size of
Alexander); white flesh, very juicy. In appearance it

is far ahead of the other early varieties; highly colored,

, bright red over yellow.

Governor Hogg. It is one of the very largest Peaches
grown; white, nearly covered with red; the first cling-
stone of the season to ripen; quality the very best;
ripens June Io to I5.

Heath Cling. Large; oblong; creamy white, slightly
tinged with red in the sun; very tender, juicy, melting,
very rich and luscious. September 35.

Henrietta (Levy). The most magnificent yellow
cling known; of largest size; mostly covered with bright
crimson; hardy, productive, sure bearer, always com-
mands fancy prices. September 25.

Lemon Cling. Large and oblong, with swollen point
like the lemon; skin yellow, with dark brownish red
cheek; flesh yellow, firm, slightly red at the stone,
with rich, sprightly, subacid flavor. One of the most
beautiful yellow-fleshed clings. August.

Mamie Ross. Large; blush-white flesh; semi-cling;
productive, and one of the best for the family or mar-
ket. June I to 10.

Mountain Rose. Fruit large; skin white, nearly
covered with brilliant crimson; flesh white, melting,
sweet and delicious. July.

Oldmixon Cling. Large; oblong; white, with pink
cheek; good bearer. August I.

Oldmixon Free. Large; creamy white, red cheek;
flesh firm, juicy and well flavored. Last of July.

Salway. Fruit large, roundish; deep yellow, with a
deep, marbled brownish red cheek; flesh yellow, firm,
juicy, rich and sugary. A new English variety, and a
late showy market sort; freestone. September.

Stinson’s October. Large; skin creamy white, with
pale blush on one side; flesh juicy and of good quality.
Last of September.

Stump the World. Large; white, with bright red
cheek; flesh white, juicy and of good flavor; stands
carriage well; is a fine market variety. July 20.

Triumph. Ripens with Alexander; blooms late, and
so escapes frost; has large flowers; is a sure and abun-
dant bearer, and the tree makes a very strong growth.
Surface is yellow, nearly covered with red and dark
crimson in the sun. Flesh bright yellow; freestone
when fully ripe, and of excellent flavor.

MOUNTAIN ROSE PEACH

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APPLES

Apples do well in northern and eastern Texas. They thrive best in sandy soil with a clay foundation, or in
stiff creek-bottom land. We have seen a few good orchards on black waxy prairie land, but as a rule they are

not a success here.

Be Cc kh er. For several years we have been watching this Apple with great interest, and we verily believe it is
— "=the best Apple for central and southern Texas, and no doubt it will prove equally valuable in all
sections of the state. Especially would we recommend this in localities where other Apples will not grow or bear.
It originated in Colorado county with Dr. Becker, from seeds brought from Germany before the war. It has been
known locally for many years, where it has borne full and regular crops of very large, well-colored Apples on almost

every kind of soil. Large trees, $1 each, $10 per doz.

San Jacinto Like an enormously large Red June Apple, of which it appears to be a seedling, coming in
ee just as the Red June goes out. Tree vigorous and prolific; very productive. A variety of the
highest merit both for market and table. Fruit hangs remarkably well, and is a fine keeper for an early Apple.

Fortunate will be the orchardist who gets an early start of this Apple. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.
Mrs Bryan Texas is in need of a new class of Apple especially suited to its climate. Dr. Ragland, of
Ss ~Pilot Point, highly recommends the Mrs. Bryan as adapted to this state, after having fruited
it. Large, beautiful orange-red, of best quality. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

The prettiest and best of all the early Apples we know of for Texas. Tree a strong, healthy grower,

Fanny. very productive; large size and beautiful red color; excellent flavor; good for market or home use. 50

cts. each, $5 per doz.
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Arkansas Black. Large; dark red, nearly black; The truit is fully one-

fine flavor. Valuable market and keeping variety.

Ben Davis. Large, greenish yellow, with crimson
cheek; very showy; keeps well.

Early Harvest.
juicy; can be cooked long before it is ripe June.

Gano. An improved Ben Davis, nearly covered
with deep, dark red.

Grimes’ Golden. Large; yellow; of best quality;
tree hardy, vigorous, productive.

Jonathan. Medium red; quality extra.

Maiden’s Blush. Medium; somewhat flattened;
clear yellow, with red cheek; juicy; good. Sept. 1

BECKER APPLE

Fine size; bright yellow; tender, :

fourth larger than the Black Twig, or Winesap, which
it resembles very much in color, flavor and keeping
qualities; vigorous. A good and showy market Apple.
November to April.

Missouri Pippin. Large; oblong, bright red, with
numerous gray dots; very handsome and of fair qual-
ity; an early and very abundant bearer, and a profi-
table orchard fruit. December to March.

Red Astrachan. Large; crisp; acid; beautiful.
June f to Io.

Red June. Medium; conical; deep red; juicy, pro-
ductive. June 20.

Shockley. Medium; conical; regular; yellow, with
a crimson cheek; flesh firm, sweet or subacid, with some
flavor. Tree erect, vigorous, exceedingly productive.
Ripens in October and has been kept until the following
August. Produces large, regular crops; the fruit is
uniformly of fine size and beautiful in appearance; the
tree bears very young Does best in sandy loam.

Summer Queen. Large; yellow, striped and clouded
with red; aromatic, sugary; good. July.

Winesap. Medium; dark red; juicy; of good flavor.
One of the best of Apples.

Yellow Horse. Very vigorous; abundant; yellow;
large; good culinary Apple.

Yellow Transparent. Medium; yellow; good qual-
ity. A productive and excellent variety, but trees are
of a dwarfish habit. June.

York Imperial (Johnson’s Fine Winter). Medium
to large; yellow, shaded red; firm, juicy, subacid. An
excellent shipping Apple. -

Crab Apples

Crab Apples come into bearing as young as the peach,
and produce large crops of fruit every year. Excellent
for preserves and jellies. Quite ornamental when in
bloom. Few fruits combine beauty and utility to the
same extent as these hardy little trees.

Price, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.

Hyslop. Deep crimson; very popular on account of its large size, beauty and hardiness. The trees are hardy
and the growth strong and rather spreading. The fruit is produced in clusters; roundish ovate; dark rich red,
covered with a thick blue bloom; yellowish; subacid; good for culinary uses and for cider. September to December.

Transcendent. Tree productive; fruit from 11% to 2 inches in diameter; excellent forsauce and pies, and is

also a good eating apple. Skin yellow, striped with red. Vigorous, and an early bearer. One of the best of the early
varieties, and gives a fruit with flesh of a creamy yellow; subacid and astringent until fully mellow, when it 1s
pleasant and agreeable. August and September. ;

Whitney. Large, averaging 11% to 2 inches in diameter; skin smooth, glossy green, striped, splashed with
carmine; flesh firm, juicy and rich. Said to bea great bearer, and very hardy. Tree a vigorous, handsome grower
Has no superior, if any equal.

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PEARS

The Pear is one of the most profitable trees that can be planted in Texas. It is long-lived, bears heavy crops,
and the fruit always commands a good price. The tree is also highly ornamental and can be planted on the lawn.
It should not be cultivated after June, thus stopping the growth to allow the wood to ripen thoroughly before cold
weather. The blight seldom affects well-
ripened wood.

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Price, except where noted, 25 cts.
each, $2.50 per doz.

Magnolia. Introduced in the South-
east several years ago, but as it takes sev-
eral years to test a Pear, it was not k ~~72
until the last year or two what a fine Fear
it is, and how well it does in Texas. De-
scribed by its introducers as large to very
large, slightly pyriform, basin narrow and
shallow. Color, when ripe, solid, glossy,
reddish brown. Flavor sprightly and good,
a commingling of sweet and sour, very
agreeable and refreshing. Matures later
than Kieffer and is a better keeper. 75 cts.
each, $7.50 per doz.

Bartlett. Large; buttery, melting,
rich flavor. July.

Clapp’s Favorite. Large; good qual-
ity; showy, July.

Duchesse d’Angouleme. Very large
melting, juicy, good flavor. One of the best
Pears for Texas. August and September.

Flemish Beauty. Large; melting,
sweet; handsome. August.

Garber. The Garber has the hardy
constitution, rapid growth and prolific bear-
ing qualities of Kieffer and Le Conte, and
fills the gap between the two, ripening after
the former and before the latter. In size
and appearance it resembles Kieffer, but is
of superior flavor. Our trees are very
healthy and prolific. 4 to 5 feet, 25 cts.;
large trees, 50 cts. each.

Kieffer. Very large; skin yellow,
with a bright vermilion cheek; flesh brittle,
very juicy, with a marked musky aroma;
quality good. Matures from September to -
October. Tree very vigorous and prolific. is
Begins to bear when four years old, and is KIEFFER PEAR
very productive. The fruit should be gath-
ered during September in this latitude, and kept in a cool, dark room until mellow, when its quality as a table Pear
is greatly improved. The Kieffer is of unquestioned value for canning and preserving. 4 to 5 feet, 25 cts.; large
trees, 50 cts.

Le Conte. Fruit large, pyriform; skin smooth, pale yellow; quality very variable, usually second quality,
but if carefully gathered and allowed to mature slowly in a cool, dark room or in drawers, it improves in a remark-
able degree. Matures from July 20 to August 31.

Seckel. Tree a moderate grower, said to be less subject to blight than most varieties. Fruit small to medium;
regularly formed; skin dull, yellowish brown, with lively red cheek; flesh whitish, buttery, very juicy and melting,
with a peculiarly rich, spicy favor. A regular and abundant bearer. August to October.

Wilder Early. Size medium; greenish yellow, with a brownish red cheek and numerous dots; flesh fine-grained
and excellent; three weeks earlier than Bartlett.

PLUMS

New varieties of Plums have multiplied so rapidly during the last few years that it is quite confusing to keep
up with them. After testing them, many prove to be about the same as varieties we already had, and many new
varieties prove to be inferior to some of the old, or, at least, they are not so well suited to the soil and climate of
Texas and Oklahoma as those we already have. Yet, if we do not experiment and test the new varieties, we shall
make no progress toward improving our present list. Such wonderful improvements have been made in the last
ten or fifteen years that it is reasonable to look for still greater in the future. For this reason we offer from year
to year such new varieties as we think have decided merits.

Price, except where noted, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz., $15 per 100

Maynard Luther Burbank, who has originated nearly all of the new Plums that have been introduced
—_—_—. during the last fifteen or twenty vears, considers it in all points the best Plum he has ever intro-
duced. He says of it: ‘‘In size it is very large, often measuring 7 % inches in circumference. Form nearly round,
slightly flattened at the ends, of richest crimson-purple, deepening to royal-damask as full ripeness is reached.
Tree hardy, vigorous and compact grower. Leaves dark glossy green. Bears immense crops of even-sized fruit
while very young. Never fails. Surpasses all other varieties in keeping and carrying qualities. Flesh firm even
when dead ripe, but melting and juicy, with a deliciousness indescribable. Will command the highest price in
both home and foreign markets.’’ 50 cts.

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PLUMS, continued

Happiness A cross between the wild Goose and Japanese types, introduced by Mr. Ramsey, who says
SS sooff it that if there is a better Plum grown than the Gonzales it is the Happiness. The tree is
one of the handsomest that grows; leaves very large; the sun never burns a Plum. The fruit is borne well inside
the tree, so the limbs are not pulled down out of shape. The fruit is very large, often measuring 6 inches around;
color glowing red, and in quality it is rarely equaled. It bears full, but does not overbear, so has no off years.
This is the Plum that was exhibited without a name at our State Horticultural meeting in 1903, and which attrac-
ted more attention than any other fruit on exhibition. $1.

Eagle It has been several years since we introduced
* the Eagle Plum. Since then we have seen and
tried a great many new varieties, but from our experience
we still believe the Eagle to be the best all-round Plum
grown, for our particular locality. The fruit is medium
size; flesh yellow, skin at first yellow, changing as it ripens
into a beautiful bright red, making altogether a strikingly
handsome fruit. In flavor it is entirely distinct, being
sweet, juicy, and unusually pleasing. Generally pro-
nounced by those who try it to be the finest Plum they
ever tasted. For cooking it is far superior to anything
known in the South, being very similar to the Green Gage,
which does not bear here. It is the longest-keeping of any
Plum we know. Ripening in the hottest weather, it keeps
perfectly sound twelve days after being gathered. The
tree is a strong, handsome grower, begins to bear the
second season after planting, and will probably bear every
year as long as it lives. It begins to ripen June 17 and con-
tinues to September, thus bearing through a period of
more than ten weeks. When the fruit in the top of the
tree is ripe, that on the lower branches is only half-grown.
Small trees, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz., $15 per 100; large
trees, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz. ‘

Doris Doris was loaded down last year and begas1

~ ripening the first days of June. In shape and
CLIMAX PLUM s ze it is like a large Botan, but is of darker color. It is
decidedly earlier than Botan, and every Plum from the
first ripe to the last is superlatively sweet. The skin is very
thin, but strong as linen paper. It colors before it is ripe.
50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

Very large, sweet and juicy; bright red;
Gonzales. showy; tree very healthy and vigorous;
bends to the ground with its load of fruit. You can make
no mistake in planting these. Large trees, 35 cts. each,
$3.50 per doz.; small trees, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.

Shiro Size and shape of an egg; color pure yellow.
* Will keep two or three weeks after being fully
ripe. Will sell anywhere. Ripens during July. 35 cts.

Climax One of Luther Burbank’s latest and best pro-

* ductions. A cross of Simoni and Botan. Very
large, measuring 614 to 7% inches. So fragrant that a
whole house is perfumed with a single fruit. Mr. Burbank
says: ‘‘Productive as the Burbank, four or five times as
large, two or three weeks earlier, and very much more
richly colored. The most wonderful Plum ever grown, and
one which will change the whole business of early fruit-
shipping.’’ 35 cts.; small trees, 25 cts.

GONZALES PLUM ae a
Sultan. Very large, dark red skin; flesh wine-color.

Shape, size and color are all that could be
desired. Mr. Burbank says he has measured them 7 inches
around. 35 cts.

Ba rtlett A cross between Simoni and Delaware.

* Said to have exactly the quality, flavor and
fragrance of the Bartlett pear, but the Bartlett Plum is so
much superior to the pear that no one will ever eat the pear
if this Plum is at hand. Fruit turns to deep crimson when
fully ripe. Light salmon-colored flesh, which is very
solid and firm, making it a good shipper. 35 cts.; small
trees, 25 cts.

i‘ “The fruit of America is larger than the
America. average Japan Plum, and from four to six-
teen times as large as popular American varieties, such as
Robinson, Wild Goose, Marianna, Wootton, Pottawot-
tamie and others. The glossy coral-red fruit is not sur-
passed in beauty by any other Plum. The light yellow
flesh is moderately firm and very delicious, so good that
those who do not like most Plums call for more and keep
right on eating Americas. It ripens two or three weeks
= before Burbank or Robinson, and is a splendid keeper.”
AMERICA PLUM 35 cts.; small trees, 25 cts

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The Best Plums for Texas

BURBANK PLUM

Botan, Yellow-fleshed (Abundance). Flesh yellow,
very juicy, subacid, apricot flavor; quite firm; skin
tough; clingstone; quality best; pit large. Maturity
June 25 to July 5. Carries well to distant markets
and is very profitable. 25 cts.

Burbank. In general characteristics resembles the
above. Color cherry-red, mottled yellow; shape usually
more globular; flesh, flavor and quality are identical,
but its period of maturity here is from three to four

weeks later, or middle to last of July. Good market
variety, bringing high prices. 25 cts.

Golden Beauty.. Medium; yellow; round; fiesh
firm and pleasant; should not be eaten until quite ripe,
when the flavor equals that of the finest apricot. A late
bloomer and sure bearer; should be in every collection.
August 10 to 25. 25 cts.

Irby. Prized highly in eastern Texas, where they
say it never fails to bear. Medium; round; red. Sep-
tember. 25 cts.

Red June. Large, pointed; skin thick; purplish red,
blue bloom; flesh yellow, solid, juicy; subacid, Damson
flavor; clingstone; good; very prolific; showy; good
market variety. June 25. 25 cts.

Roulette. Rather large, oblong; chocolate-red,
with white specks. No other Plum surpasses it in
flavor. Seems to be identical with Forest Rose. July.
25 Cts:

Wickson. The fruit is very large, obconical in shape,
of rare beauty, and evenly distributed over the tree.
Color glowing carmine, with a heavy white bloom. The
stone is small and the flesh is of fine texture, firm,
sugary and delicious. Will keep two weeks or more
after ripening, or can be picked when hard and white,
and will color and ripen almost as well as if left on the
tree. Ripens after Burbank and before Satsuma. 25
cts. each, $2.50 per doz.

Wild Goose. Large, somewhat oblong; bright ver-
milion-red; juicy, sweet; good quality; cling. Ripens
middle of June. A very showy and profitable market
fruit; a prolific bearer, both for North and South. 25c.

APRICOTS

The only drawback to successful Apricot culture in Texas is their tendency to bloom too early, and thus get
killed by late frosts. They should be planted on high hills and other cold localities, to prevent their blooming

early, or in cities where they will be protected
from the late frosts. Makes a good shade and
ornamental tree, being an object of great beauty,
especially when in bloom. If trees are planted
in a yard where they will not be cultivated ex-
cept the first year or two, they will not bloom
so early and seem to live longer than when
planted in the orchard. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per
doz.

Price, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.

Early Golden.
flavor. Last of May.

Moorpark. Large; orange, with red cheek.
One of the standard varieties.

Royal. Early; large; fine color and flavor.

Cluster. This variety originated in South
Texas, being a seedling of a hardy Russian va-
riety. Original tree has never failed to bear
since it was three years old; of beautiful, sym-
metrical growth, very vigorous and hardy; an
enormous bearer. Fruit medium sized, yellow,
with occasional fleck of red, and of excellent
quality. Blooms late; has passed through six
freezes in one season after blooming, and still
produced a heavy crop of fruit. June 15 to 30.
50 cts.

Large; rich yellow; fine

PRUNES

We have always considered the Prune as
too uncertain in this locality to recommend its
planting. However, here and there it is suc-
ceeding, especially in west Texas and Okla-
homa, so we have secured some trees and are
offering them. We would not advise extensive
planting until they have been tried more thor-
oughly, but would recommend that all planters

try one or two trees. 50 cts.
German. Flesh firm, greenish; very
sweet.

CLUSTER APRICOTS

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NECTARINES

Very similar to the peach and will grow anywhere
the peach flourishes. A prolific bearer and worthy of
trial in all peach orchards. 50 cts.

CHERRIES

Cherries are rather uncertain in Texas, save in
some localities. We have culled from long lists of
Cherries the finest varieties which seem adaptable
to our soil and climate, and we can supply the leading
sorts. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

FIGS

In the latitude of Fort Worth, Figs are sometimes
winterkilled to the ground, but spring up again and
bear the next summer. A little further south and east
they can be raised easily, and they are very desirable,
either to eat green or preserved in the usual way. The
trade in Figs and Fig trees grows larger every year,
as people everywhere learn the better to appreciate
this fine fruit, how easy it is to grow, and how truly
4 pleasurable thing it is to sit ‘‘under one’s own vine
and fig tree.’’ We have the best fruiting sorts of Figs,
all in clean, vigor-
ous young stock.
25 cts.each, $2.50
per doz.

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QUINCES

Quinces have not been extensively planted in Texas,
but yet the finest, probably, in the world are raised
at El Paso and along the Rio Grande. The Quince
thrives best in a deep, strong, moist soil, and needs
thorough culture, vigorous pruning and a free use of
fertilizers. Potash and salt are recommended as a
top-dressing about the roots of this fruit tree. 25 cts.
each, $2.50 per doz.

JAPANESE PERSIMMONS
(Diospyros Kaki)

The fruit of most varieties described is of a bright
orange-red or light vermilion color, in shape and gen-
eral appearance resembling a large, smooth tomato. It
begins to color when half-grown, but should be allowed
to hang on the tree until just before a frost is expected;
or, in the case of the early-ripening varieties, until
fully soft. The flesh is soft, rich and sweet, with a
slight apricot flavor, and is certainly far richer than
the American Persimmon. There are pleasant commer-
cial possibilities in growing Persimmons for northern
markets. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

MULBERRIES

Mulberry trees are desirable for shade on account
of their hardiness and rapid growth. The fruit is
highly prized by many people for pies, etc., as well as
for eating “‘out of hand.’ Too soft to transport long
distances. Profitable also for chickens, hogs, etc.

Hick’s Everbearing. A handsome upright and
rapid grower; very abundant and continuous bearer.
20 cts. each, $2 per doz.; 8 to Io feet, 50 cts. each,
$5 per doz.

Russian. See page 17.

ELAEAGNUS EDULIS (LONGIPEs)

A low-growing shrub. We have specimen plants
about to feet high and 15 feet spread, which have fora
number of years produced enormous quantities of
fruit, which ripens here early in May, and continues
through a period of four weeks. Fruit about one-third
inch in length, oblong; bright red and covered with
minute white dots. This plant is well worthy of culti-
vation, both for ornament and for its fruit, which is
juicy and edible, with a sharp, rather pungent, agree-
able flavor; makes a beautiful jelly. Foliage light green,
silvered beneath. Flowers fragrant. Plants perfectly
hardy. Strong plants, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

Nut-Bearing Trees

Nut-culture in Texas has been overlooked, notwithstanding Texas is the home of the finest nuts in the world.
Nothing can compare with our magnificent pecans. In addition to the pecan, many other nuts may be grown
with more or less success. We offer several kinds of nuts that are worthy of experiment.

PECANS

Improved Varieties, Grafted or Budded

Texas is the home of good Pecans. Asa prophet is not without honor save in his own country, so it is that
the value of the Pecan is not appreciated in Texas as it is in some of the other southern states. No tree is known
that combines more good qualities. It thrives on any soil, is almost entirely free from insect pests and plant
diseases, makes a fairly rapid growth, lives a long time, is as handsome and large as any other shade tree, and
then bears the most abundant, delicious and profitable fruit. However, like everything else, in order to get the
best results, intelligence must be used in the selection and care of the trees. ;

The Pecan industry is today merely in its infancy. More intelligent attention is being given to its culture
each year. Experimental stages have been passed and the outlook for the industry is brighter than ever. The
demand for fine nuts for table and confectionery purposes is constant, and the supply is entirely inadequate.
In fact, when the new varieties become known, the demand for them will be practically unlimited in our own mar-
kets, to say nothing of the outside world. The wild Pecans of Texas and Louisiana, though of no comparison to
the improved varieties in either appearance or quality, are much the highest-priced nuts offered in European
countries. What may we expect, then, of the improved varieties which may be crushed in the hand by pressing
two or more together, their full, rich kernel being easily extracted?

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PECANS, continued

An idea as to the difference in size between the ordinary native Pecan and the improved kinds can be had
when you know that it takes from one hundred and fifty to three hundred of the former to make a pound, while
the large ones, with thinner shell, less pith and better flavor, require only thirty-five to fifty nuts to weigh a pound.

Mr. Wm. A. Taylor, Pomologist in charge of Field Investigations, Bureau of Plant Industry, in 1904 Year-
book, says: ‘‘ Of our native nut-bearing trees none promises to become of such pomological importance as the Pecan.
Within the region to which it is well adapted for cultivation, which may be roughly stated as the Mississippi
Valley below St. Louis, the South Atlantic, and the Gulf States, including Texas, no other nut tree, either foreign
or introduced, can be considered as fairly in competition with it. Though long neglected as a possible profitable
orchard tree, it has, during the past fifteen years, assumed considerable importance, and extensive orchards have
been planted in most of the Southern states. Previous to about 1900, most such orchards were planted with seed-
ling trees, or nuts of particular varieties, which were placed at desired orchard distances and allowed to germinate
and grow where the future trees were to stand, thus avoiding the transplanting process. As the earlier seedling
orchards have come into bearing it has become increas-
ingly apparent that the seedlings from trees of those
exceptionally fine varieties which the _ orchardist
desires to perpetuate vary too greatly from their
parent types to be of much commerical value. Such
seedlings rarely bear nuts closely similar to the parent
in size, form, color, thinness of shell, plumpness of
kernel, or dessert quality, and still more rarely do
they reproduce the desired productiveness, ripening
time, or other important characteristics that deter-
mine the commerical value of the tree. The necessity
of relying upon budded and grafted Pecan trees for com-
mercial orchards is now very generally recognized by
intelligent planters, so that at the present time, few
seedlings are being planted.’

Soils. The sycamore tree is always found grow ng
in bottom land, and usually close to the water. But it
has proved to be the best and hardiest shade tree we
have for Texas. In like manner the Pecan is usually
(but not always) found growing in bottom lands.
Hence the impression is very general that Pecans will
grow only in lowlands. This, however, is not the case,
as the Pecan seems to be like the sycamore,—equally
suited to upland, clay, sandy soil, the black waxy
prairie, and, in fact, almost every soil. We know of
some very handsome Pecan trees thirty feet high, and
with nearly as much spread, growing on a rocky hill,
with but two or three feet of soil.

Varieties. In one sense of the word it is of
greatest importance what variety is planted. In
another sense it is not of so much importance. As
between seedlings and the improved commercial
varieties, there can scarcely be any comparison, but
as between the different named varieties, it is often a
difference of shape, though they vary somewhat in
thickness of shell, flavor of kernel and time of ripening.
Unless a Pecan is large, productive, thin-shelled and
good flavored it is not propagated. It is just as easy to
grow a fine kind as an inferior one, and as it is to the
nurseryman’s interest to please his customers, he tries
to send only the best. While a single tree will often
bear good crops by itself, it is better to plant two or
more varieties together, as the pollen of one fertilizes
the blooms of another and thus often increases the

yield of each. The most important thing for the planter : AEN SE
to observe is to be sure he is getting what he pays for. PECAN TREE

Hence it will often be safer to buy direct from some

reliable nurseryman. Many unscrupulous agents sell Pecans at high prices and deliver only seedlings. Again,
agents often pretend to represent some reliable firm, and, indeed, do get some of their trees from these firms, and
then buy the balance of their trees wherever they can buy them the cheapest, regardless of quality.

Age of Bearing. Often people fail to plant Pecans, thinking they will be so long in coming into bearing.
This is true of seedlings, but not so of the grafted trees. When grafted or budded from bearing trees, they some-
times begin bearing in four or five years, while by the seventh year they ought to bear good crops. When we
consider the hardiness, longevity, and early and prolific bearing of the Pecan tree, this nut can, and will, be grown
pound for pound cheaper than any other, while it has been demonstrated that it will compete with and sell for
higher prices than any other nut. This is as it should be, for there is no other nut that approaches them in quality;
and what adds especially to their value, is the fact that they may be kept in perfect eating condition under ordinary
conditions longer than any other nut or fruit.

Profits. Pecan-growing offers greater inducements to the planter than does any other line of horticulture.
Many shrewd business and professional men, as well as horticulturists, after the most careful investigation, are
investing heavily in Pecan culture. We have seen many extravagant estimates of the profits in Pecan culture,
but we give below what is considered a modest estimate by a high authority on Pecans:

““Assuming that prolific and early-bearing varieties be planted and properly cared for, the yield per tree
the sixth year from transplanting, has run as high as thirty pounds and so on until the tenth year from setting
out, when a yield of one hundred and fifty-five pounds and over has been attained. Another well-authenticated
instance Is a nineteen-year tree producing six hundred and thirty-eight pounds of nuts in 1905. The same tree
bore five hundred pounds in 1904, and four hundred in 1903. Ali trees can not be expected to give such a yield,
but if the crop was less than half, an immensely profitable investment exists. We have trees ourselves yielding
over three hundred pounds. Small mixed seedling nuts will net the grower from eight to twelve and one-half cents
per pound. The value increases, according to size and quality, to forty cents per pound and upwards, wholesale.

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PECANS, continued

“*Tt is as easy to raise the fine varieties as the common nuts. The bearing of seedling trees is so variable that
the yields of seedling groves of today are absolutely no criterion to go by, but when, by selection of varieties,
groves of early, annual and heavy-bearing, large, thin-shelled varieties can now be planted, it will quickly be seen
that the average yields and profits of the future must be enormously greater. A careful writer succinctly states
the matter in the following language: ‘The value of a single Pecan tree of the common choice varieties may be
reckoned at ten times the value of its annual yield. The small average crop of ten pounds per tree with selling
price of ten cents per pound, a crop and price a very ordinary seedling can make, shows one dollar per tree per year,
and would undoubtedly show an investment-value of ten dollars. But take a budded or grafted tree, yielding one
hundred pounds, which sells for twenty-five cents per pound, and we have twenty-five dollars for a single crop,
showing an investment-value of two hundred and fifty dollars per tree, or five thousand dollars per acre, with twenty
trees in that area. If this calculation is not correct, we shall be obliged to the person who can show the error.’”’

Pecans and Other Crops

Pecans should be planted thirty or forty feet apart. Their roots strike deep into the ground, and hence, other
crops may be grown close to the young trees and under the larger trees. Pecans and alfalfa can be grown together
for twenty years or more. Peaches, also, can be grown profitably between the Pecans. When the peaches have
outlived their use-
fulness, say from ten
to fifteen years, the
Pecans will be fur-
nishing permanent
and profitable crops
The peach trees may
be taken out and the
ground set in grass,
making good _ pas-
turage.

A Fine Shade
Tree. As a shade
tree for the lawn, the
Pecan possesses ad-

S . — ee : vantages over all
STUART PECAN FROTSCHER PECAN other Streess lias
reasonably rapid in
growth, is healthy, handsome and stately, and will live for generations. But-the thing that makes it especially
valuable is the fact that its roots penetrate deep into the ground, having very few fibrous roots near the surface,
which permits the planting of crops, flowers, etc., within a few feet of the tree. In order to get good shade from
a Pecan alittle patience is required, as very large trees cannot be planted with safety, like a sycamore, maple,
etc. A Pecan five to six feet is quite a large tree, while the sizes usually planted are two to three feet. They
grow off quite slowly the first two years,—most of the growth being underground—but after that they grow
rapidly, and in six or eight years they will be as large as the average shade tree of the same age.

Pecan Trees for Monuments

Ex-Governor Hogg understood the value of the Pecan tree when he said on his death-bed: ‘‘I want no monu-
ment of stone, but let my children plant at the head of my grave a Pecan tree, and at the foot of my grave a walnut
tree, and when these trees shall bear, let the Pecans and the walnuts be given out among the plain people of Texas,
so that they may plant them and make Texas a land of trees.’ If every admirer of Governor Hogg were to plant
one tree to his memory, what a forest it would make!

Price of Trees about 2 feet high, of several of the best-named varieties, $1.25 each, $12 per doz.
4 to 5 ft. high, $2 each

Seedling Pecans

While we do not recommend the planting of seedling Pecans, because they do not always come true to name,
yet they will grow and thrive well as a shade tree, and sometimes produce as good nuts as a grafted tree. The
trees we offer are from large, selected nuts. 4 to 5 ft., 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

Luther Burbank and the Pecan

The greatest horticulturist of his time—Luther Burbank, of California—in conversation with a fruit-grower
from Texas, had this to say: “‘If I were a young man I would go to Texas, knowing, as I do, the possibilities of
the Pecan industry, and devote my life in propagating new species of the Pecan and doing the same work there
in nut culture as I have done here in other lines of horticulture. Your Pecan is superior to our walnut and you
are standing in your own light; why not develop it? I cannot think of any kind of diversification likely to pay
the southern farmer as well as Pecan-growing. Cotton will not always be ten cents a pound; when it gets down
to five and six cents again the income from a grove of Pecans will be very acceptable. Cotton can be raised between
the trees while they are small, and when they get large enough to shade the land, the income from them will be
greater than that from a much larger area in cotton, even at present prices.’’ What he says about Texas applies
equally throughout the entire cotton belt.

WE HAVE NO TRAVELING AGENTS, AND ANY ONE REPRESENTING HIMSELF AS SUCH
DOES SO WITHOUT AUTHORITY

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JAPANESE WALNUTS

While the pecan grows to perfection in Texas, very
few other nuts grow satisfactorily here. We are glad,
f however, to recom-
mend the Japanese
Walnut, for, like many
other Japanese trees,
it seems to be at home
in Texas. This nut,
while not quite so
good as the English,
or Persian Walnuts, is
of rapid growth and
begins to bear nuts in
clusters of from seven
to fifteen, at three and
four years from seed.
The meat is sweet and
very rich. The foliage
is large, rich and tropi-
cal looking, and for
ornament and as a
novelty we recommend
it highly. They are doing well in and around Ft. Worth,
and no doubt will become very popular. I to 2 ft., 50c.
each, $5 per doz.; 4 to 5 feet, $1 each, $10 per doz.

ENGLISH WALNUTS

The well-known commercial nut. Small trees, 50 cts.
each, $5 per doz.

BUTTERNUTS

A large-growing tree, with a low, round-topped
crown. Nuts borne in three- to five-fruited drooping
clusters, the kernels sweet and edible. An attractive
tree for lawn or orchard. 3 to 4 ft., 50 cts.

Small

STRAWBERRIES

Strawberries will succeed well in almost any good
garden soil, and should be planted by every one own-
ing a garden. For field culture, plant 1 foot apart in
rows and 3 feet between the rows. For the garden, the

JAPANESE WALNUTS

LADY THOMPSON STRAWBERRY

Choice Trees, Plants and Seeds for Texas

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CHESTNUTS

Japanese. A small tree with a dense oval crown.
A native of China and Japan and, like many other
Japanese trees, seems suited to Texas soil and con-
ditions. Fruit very large, the individual nuts over an
inch wide. 3 to 4 feet, 75 cts.

Spanish. A vigorous-growing tree, with a broad,
round head. Beautiful when in bloom. Nuts large.
3 to 4 feet, 50 cts.

American. A large and beautiful tree, with stout,
spreading branches. Flowers showy. Nuts small, but

the sweetest of all Chestnuts. 3 to 4 ft., 5octs.

SOFT-SHELLED ALMONDS

The Almond grows well in all parts of Texas, and
is even hardier than the peach, but on account of its
early blooming it is very unreliable, except in the
western and southwestern parts of the state. 50 cts.

JAPANESE CHESTNUT

Fruits

rows need be but 2 feet apart. Pinch off all runners in
spring and summer. Mulch in summer.

Price, except where noted, 35 cts. per doz., 75 cts.
per 100, $5 per 1,000

Michel Early. Earliest of all; large, vigorous; flower
perfect. A fine pollinator for other kinds.

Lady Thompson. The money-making Strawberry
of the southern states. In the past few years there
have been many varieties discarded to make room for
the Lady Thompson. It is profitable, and profit is
what the Strawberry-grower is after. Large size; good
color and shipper; resists drought better than most
sorts.

Excelsior. A new, very early, Arkansas berry of
much promise; makes strong, healthy plants freely;
berries large, well-shaped; claimed to be the best early
sort out. 50 cts. per doz.; $I per 100.

Klondyke. The most popular Strawberry in this
section. One man in this county last season sold his
crop of Klondyke berries at the rate of $1,200 per acre.
It has all the good points and no bad ones. Bright red;
very showy; fruit of the highest quality, acid, very
firm, and an excellent shipper.

Senator Dunlap. Said by its introducers to be the
grandest of all Strawberries. Besides being an immense
producer of firm berries of the highest quality, of fine
flavor and beautiful color, it is a thrifty grower and a
splendid drought-resister. 50 cts. per doz., $I per I0oo.

Haverland. This is a very thrifty, productive va-
riety, and is extensively planted in some localities.
Berries are large, long and of good color. Season
medium early. You will not be disappointed in this
variety.

STAMFORD, TEXAS, December Io, 1907

Enclosed find money order for $12.40 for enclosed order for trees.

They are putting out lots of trees here this winter.

I do not know what nursery they came from, but they have never been tried here before, so I will rather have your trees,
because I know they will grow. Of all the trees we got from you we never lost but one before last winter.

Yours truly, Mrs. SELMA SWENSON

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DEWBERRY

BLACKBERRIES

The Blackberry is a profitable fruit to cultivate;
grows in any good soil, bears the second year, and
yields from $200 to $400 profit per acre. To insure suc-
cess with the Blackberry, cut off all the top of the
plant and bury the root entirely under ground. New
shoots will soon sprout up. The fruit comes on the
previous year’s growth. After fruiting, the canes die,
and all dead wood should be removed yearly. The
more branches, the more fruit. When the young canes
are 4 or 5 feet high, pinch off the tops, to induce
growth of side branches.

Price, except where noted, 40 cts.
2 per 100

Dallas. A native of Texas and a week or ten days
earlier than the Kittatinny; large, round, juicy, sweet;
‘very productive.

Robinson. Very vigorous, upright, prolific, uni-
formly very large; of best quality. Sells at the highest
market price, It has fruited for a number of years, and
ihas proved itself one of the most valuable varieties in
cultivation. It endures climatic hardships well. 75 cts.
per doz., $3 per Ioo.

McDonald Berry. Large, tender, juicy, of best
quality. Earliest, hardiest, vigorous and productive.
This is a new berry, a cross between the Blackberry and
Dewberry. It stands up like a Blackberry, and “‘tips”’
like a Dewberry.

per doz.,

Baker Bros. Co., Fort Worth, Texas 7] 7) 7)

DEWBERRIES

The Dewberry is a native of most parts of Texas,
and is well known. It is greatly improved in size, pro-
ductiveness and flavor by cultivation.

Austin-Mayes. Probably a hybrid with the Black-
berry, as the plant is a strong, erect grower. Remark-
able for its productiveness, size, beauty, flavor and
earliness. 40 cts. per doz., $2 per 100.

The Rogers. Discovered near Alvin, Texas, in 1895,
has been thoroughly tested since that time and found
to be most excellent. It is a vigorous grower, stands
drought well, and is not affected by disease nor both-
ered by insect pests. The berry is large, oblong, very
firm, and possesses a fine flavor. It ripens in South
Texas the early part of April, a month earlier than the
Lucretia and Austin-Mayes. Picking season lasts from
35 to 45 days. Its shipping qualities are far ahead of
any other Dewberry or blackberry now in cultivation.
No family should be without this extremely early and
healthful fruit. The commercial small-fruit grower
cannot afford to do without it, because it is the earliest
and commands the highest price on the market. On
April 16, 1902, they sold in Dallas, at $8 a crate. They
also carried from Alvin, Texas, to Colorado Springs,
Colo., in good condition, a distance of more than 1,000
miles. 75 cts. per doz., $3 per 100.

Chestnut. A new Dewberry, discovered by J. T.
Chestnut, of Keene, Texas, who has been growing it
for seven years. It is very large, has small seeds, is
very sweet, extremely hardy, and is twelve days earlier
than the Austin-Mayes Dewberry. It is wonderfully
prolific and has made as high as 200 crates per acre.
Its chief value, however, is its splendid shipping
qualities. Most Dewberries are too soft to ship long
distances, but the Chestnut has been shipped 1,000
miles in perfect condition, and berries picked in the
rain have been shipped 700 miles.

These Testimonials Speak for Themselves
DENVER, COLo., May 28, 1907.
The Chestnut Dewberries, received from you, came in good
condition and were the best we ever received from Texas.
Respectfully, C. I. SompERY & Co.

PUEBLO, COLo., May 2}, 7907.
We want to congratulate you onthe splendid shipping quali-
ties of your Chestnut Dewberry. They came through in fine
shape and I sold for $3 per crate, as per account sales. Berries
large and fine flavor. We want all you can send us.
SUTTON MERCANTILE Co.
We have dozens of other testimonials, but have not
space to give them. $1 per doz., $3 per 100. Special
prices on large lots.

GOOSEBERRIES and CURRANTS

These are classed among the uncertain fruits of
Texas. They can be grown with moderate success in a
moist, partially shaded place. 15c. each, $1.50 per doz.

RASPBERRIES

We can supply any of the leading varieties of Rasp-
berries, including both the blackcap and red sorts, in
any quantity. 75 cts. per doz., $3.50 per 100.

ESCULENT ROOTS

ASPARAGUS. Roots of this valuable vegetable
can be supplied, 2 years old, ready for immediate
setting. A bed of Asparagus is a most desirable adjunct
to any home place, and, if grown to any extent, is
quite profitable. The beds should be narrow, so as to
permit of cutting to the center. Set plants about a foot
apart, crowns 4 inches below the surface. Before
winter, cover the transplanted beds with about 4 inches
of manure. Salt is an excellent manure for Asparagus.
25 cts. per doz., $1.50 per 100.

RHUBARB, or PIE PLANT. This deserves to be
ranked among the best early fruits in the garden. It
affords the earliest material for pies and tarts, continues
long in use, and is valuable for canning. Make the
border very rich and deep. Io cts. each, $1 per doz.

HORSE-RADISH. A useful esculent root. Small
roots, 25 cts. per doz.

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GRAPES

Grape-culture in Texas is receiving more attention of late years than formerly. Since the people have learned
what varieties to plant, there has been little or no complaint of failure. Grapes grow and bear on almost any kind
of soil, though a sandy loam seems to suit them best. Remember that Grapes, like everything else, must be cul-
tivated. You need never expect to have good fruit of any kind without cultivation. Grape-vines must be well
pruned in winter. This must not be neglected. The majority of amateurs are afraid to cut their vines enough.

In pruning, all weak shoots and vines should be cut off entirely from the main stem, and only the strong
young canes of the previous season’s growth allowed to remain. These, too, must be cut back to within 6 to Io
inches of the old wood. All that remains of a Grape-vine after being properly pruned is one or two bare stems
about 5 feet high, and on these six to a dozen spurs 6 to Io inches long; in fact, nearly the whole vine has been
cut away. This is all there is in the art of Grape-pruning, and any one can learn it in five minutes.

Our list of Grapes is short. Yet, if we were to restrict it to profitable market varieties, it would be still shorter.
Champion, Ives’ Seedling, Concord, Niagara, and Delaware are the only kinds grown with much profit. The
varieties mentioned, except the Delaware, are extremely hardy and prolific. We shall be pleased to correspond
with planters contemplating putting out large vineyards.

Price, except were noted, 10 cts. each, $1 per doz., $6 per 100. Very large vines, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per

doz. Write for special prices on large lots. If very large vines are wanted, the selection of varieties
should be leit chiefly to us.

Moore’s Early. Bunch medium; berries large, round,
black, with a heavy bloom; flesh pulpy and of medium
quality; vine hardy and moderately prolific; ripens
with the Hartford.

Niagara. White; bunch and berry large; very showy
and as hardy and productive as Concord; a superb
white Grape, and one of the most profitable grown.

Moore’s Diamond. Large and productive; one of
the very finest white Grapes grown. In many localities
preferred to the Niagara. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.

America. Strong grower; berries medium size,
black, melting, juicy, sweeter than Delaware; rich,
peculiar flavor. Vine very hardy. 15 cts. each, $1.50
per doz.

Brilliant. Large clusters; berries large, red, hand-
some, meaty, tender and delicious; ripens before
Delaware, is fully twice as large and better flavored.
Hardy as Concord. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.

Carman. Growth vigorous, very prolific; clusters
large; berries medium, black, meaty, rich flavor. Three
weeks later than Concord. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.

Rommel. Cluster small; berry large, greenish yel-
low, fine flavor; earlier than Concord. I5 cts. each,
$1.50 per doz.

CONCORD GRAPE

Agawam. Red; bunches large; berries very large, of
a peculiar aromatic flavor; pulp soft; a very vigorous
Grape of the Rogers class.

Black Spanish. Large; black; very hardy; pro-
ductive; a good arbor Grape.

Catawba. Red; late; good; large; sweet, rich,
musky flavor; extensively grown North.

Champion. Black; bunches medium; berries large;
early and productive.

Concord. Has long been the standard variety, on
account of its hardiness, productiveness and adapt-
ability; large; black; good for table, market or wine.

Delaware. Bunches small, compact, shouldered;
berries small, round, light red; exceedingly sweet and
vinous. I5 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.

Goethe. Bunch medium to large; berries large,
oblong, yellowish green; reliable; very good.

Herbemont. Bunch large, long, shouldered and
compact; berries small, black, sweet, juicy; highly
flavored. Fine wine Grape.

Ives’ Seedling. Bunches and berries medium, often
shouldered; black, when fully ripe; very early. NIAGARA GRAPE

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Landscape Work

OR. several years we have made the artistic ornamenting of
private estates, cemeteries, public parks, etc., one of the features
of our general line of business. This work is under the

direction of a competent and experienced landscape architect.

We are prepared to furnish plans, lay out the grounds, furnish
the trees and do the work. Our intimate knowledge of trees and plants specially
adapted for the South is derived from a practical experience of twenty-five years,
and enables us to select such classes as are best suited for the many different
requirements in planning, planting and ornamenting grounds. We are, therefore,
prepared to undertake extensive contracts and supply trees and plants in any
quantities. Correspondence is solicited from persons who are, interested in
beautifying their home surroundings, or municipalities intending the formation of

parks, cemeteries, or the planting of shade trees along their thoroughfares.

Choice Trees, Plants and Seeds for Texas y7 do VG

Shade Trees for the South

On account of our heavy local trade in Fort Worth, we have given considerable attention to the growing
of shade trees, especially large ones, so that we have, probably, the largest stock and best assortment to be found
in the state. As all prices in this Catalogue are for trees delivered anywhere in Texas or Oklahoma, we quote
only the small and medium-sized trees.

We have a fine stock of very large trees, however, and will give prices on application. We are often asked
which is the best shade tree. That is a difficult question to answer. We sell more Sycamore than anything else.
It isa rapid grower, hardy, long-lived and handsome. However, we consider the Elm a better tree for permanent
shade, though it does not make so good a growth for the first three or four years. The Catalpa is the hardiest
of all trees and long-lived. The Umbrella China is the quickest grower, and will thrive under almost every condi-
tion and in any soil, yet is short-lived. But the tree that possesses more nearly all the good qualities of a shade
tree is the Hicks Mulberry. The trees are hardy, grow rapidly to large size, and live a long time. The Black Locust
is a hardy, rapid grower, well suited to west Texas and the Panhandle country. The Poplar and Box Elder grow
rapidly, but are often destroyed by the borer.

Read what we say about the cultivation of fruit trees. It is just as necessary to cultivate shade trees, at least
for a few years. On lawns or sidewalks, where it is not convenient to plow, the ground should be kept well loosened
and the grass kept away at least 2 feet on all sides of the trees. Our trees are all nursery-grown, well rooted, have
straight bodies, handsome tops, and will compare favorably with any in the United States.

Customers desiring large numbers will find it to their interest to correspond with us for special prices. We
will give you prices on trees, delivered in your own town, and guaranteed in good condition.

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ASH, Native. A well-known tree. Handsome shape Mulberries, continuea
and color. 3 to 4 feet, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.; from the graft the first season, and in two or three
6 to 7 feet, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.; 8 to Io feet, years is a large tree. One tree of this variety, planted
50 cts. each, $5 per doz. on our grounds fifteen years ago, now has a well-

i nee balanced, symmetrical head of 50 feet spread. 4
CATALPA speciosa. The best tree to plant on side- 2 3
walks or other exposed localities. Horses and cattle ee ae oo Ae pe per ders se Be oe
will not touch it. It is also very ornamental, with its per Hes “OOP 2 > 3 ae Dea)
large, heart-shaped leaves and is especially hand- ve
some when covered with its whiteand fragrant booms NON-BEARING MULBERRIES. The varieties of

in spring. Its timber is very durable, also resisting
rot for many years. We have a good stock of fine
trees. Transplanted trees, 6 feet, 20 cts. each $2,
per doz.; 7 feet, 30 cts.each, $3 per doz.; 8 feet, 4oc.

non-bearing Mulberries that we have tried have
not been altogether satisfactory. Still there is a
persistent demand for a hardy, non-bearing Mulberry
especially in West Texas. For such a demand, the

each, $4 per doz.; 10 feet, 50c.ea., $5 per doz.

BOX ELDER. The beautiful light green shade
of its foliage and its rapid and handsome
growth make it a very desirable tree, but
quite subject to attacks of the borer. Being a
very soft-wooded tree, the borer almost in-
variably attacks and kills all trees that are
transplanted, except those that are trans-
planted when quite small. This insect does
not seem to attack a very small Box Elder,
and after it once becomes established it
grows so rapidly that nothing seems to hurt
it. For this reason we advise the planting of
only the small trees, from 3 to 8 feet. We can
furnish handsome large trees of almost any
size. Prices quoted on application. 6 feet, 25
cts.; 8 feet, 35 cts.; 10 feet, 50 cts.

ELM, White. The Elm has proved very suc-
cessful in Texas as a shade tree, and is being
more extensively planted now than formerly.
Like the China tree, it grows well in rocky
soil, where most trees would die. Our trees
are all nursery-grown. 4 to 5 feet, 15 cts. each,
$1.50 per doz.; 7 feet, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per
doz.; 8 feet, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz.; Io feet,
50 cts. each, $5 per doz. Special prices on
large trees.

LOCUST, Black. This well-known tree is a
good grower and very hardy. We particularly
recommend it for West Texas and for sidewalks
in cities, or any place where the tree is likely
to be neglected. 2 to 4 feet, 5 cts. each, 4o cts.
per doz., $1.50 per 100; 3 to 5 feet, 10 cts.
each, $1 per doz., $3 per 100; 6 to 7 feet, 20 cts.
each, $2 per doz.; 8 to 10 feet, 35 cts. each,
$3.50 per doz.; Io to 12 feet, 50 cts. each, $5
per doz. For extra-large trees, write for prices.

MULBERRIES. For description and varieties,
see page 10. We wish, however, to call special
attention here to the value of the Hick’s
Mulberry as a shade tree. It is an upright :
and very rapid grower, and makes a hand- ELM
some, permanent tree. It often grows 12 feet

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SHADE TREES FOR THE SOUTH, continued

Non-bearing Mulberries, continued Umbrella China, continued

best thing we have to offer is the Russian Mulberry
It is classed with the fruiting kinds, and in the
vicinity of Fort Worth it does bear one crop of fruit
each year. But the fruit is small and is gone in about
two weeks. In the West, however, the fruit fails to
mature, and hence never becomes a nuisance. The
tree grows rapidly, is handsome and large, growing
almost anywhere, and hence is very valuable. We
have a fine stock of very handsome trees, and they
can hardly fail to grow. 6 to 7 feet, 25 cts. each, $2.50
per doz.; 9 to 10 feet, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

LOMBARDY POPLAR, or Italian Poplar. Of obe-

lisk form, growing rapidly to extravagant heights.
Forms striking lawn groups; is used for tall screen-
hedges. Always makes a striking feature in any land-
scape. 6 to 8 feet, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.; Io to
12 feet, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

CAROLINA POPLAR. Unexcelled for quick growth

and effect, its rapid growth giving an air of luxuriance
to places where other trees appear starved. Showy
and cheery from the constant movement of its
glossy, silver-lined leaves, yet always casting a
dense, cool shade. If well pruned back during the
first few seasons it makes a strong, durable tree.
Is yearly planted in great numbers, and is one of
the most popular street trees. In some cities it is
planted almost exclusively when opening new streets
in residence sections. 6 to 8 feet, 25 cts. each, $2.50
per doz.; Io to 12 feet, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

SYCAMORE. We sell more Sycamores in Fort Worth

than all other shade trees combined. There must be
a reason for this. It is not the cheapest tree. In fact,
it is about the highest-priced shade tree. It is be-
cause the Sycamore is by far the best shade tree
for all purposes. It grows well on all soils, is of
moderately rapid growth, and after it becomes once
established it rarely or never dies, but continues to
grow bigger and finer every year. However, after
the tree is eight or ten years old, and becomes a little
rough, with open top and small leaves that turn
yellow in the summer, and drop early in the fall,
then the top of the tree should be cut back severely
leaving nothing but the trunk, with the branches
cut back to within a few feet of the trunk. It may
look as though the tree is ruined, but in the spring
it will throw out new sprouts that will grow 8 or Io
feet in a few months, covered with immense leaves,
rich and green, which will remain on the tree till
after frost. The Sycamore is more uniform and
symmetrical in its growth than almost any other tree.
hence, it is the best tree for street and avenue plant-
ing. A row of Sycamores, if planted at the same
time, and the same-sized tree is used, will be uniform
in its growth. We quote below only the smaller-
sized trees, such as we can ship by express; however,
we can furnish fine specimens up to five years old,
as high as 18 to 20 feet, and with a spread of branches
8 to 10 feet. Such trees vary in price from $2 to $6
each. These had better go by freight. Where large
Sycamores are wanted in 500 to 1,000 lots we shall
be pleased to quote special prices. Purchasers need-
ing large lots would find it to their advantage to
visit our nursery and see the trees. 4 feet, 15 cts.
each, $1.50 per doz.; 6 feet, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per
doz.; 8 to 9 feet, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.; 10 to 12
feet, $1 each, $10 per doz.

UMBRELLA CHINA. For quick, useful shade, no

tree equals the Umbrella China. A native of Texas,

it is especially adapted to our peculiar climate and
soils; it grows well on black land, sand, gravel or
almost solid rock; as symmetrical as an umbrella.
Sometimes lives to the age of twenty or twenty-five
years, but more frequently dies, or, rather, breaks
to pieces after eight or ten years. For this reason
it should not be depended on for permanent shade.
A good plan is to plant Chinas alternately 15 feet
with Sycamores, Elms or Maples. The Chinas will
make a good shade after the first year for eight or
ten years; by that time the other trees will be large
enough for shade, and the Chinas can then be
removed. 2 to 3 feet, Io cts. each, $1 per doz.; 4
feet, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.; 6 feet, 50 cts. each,
$5 per doz.; 7 to 8 feet, 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz.:
8 to 9 feet, slightly branched, $1 each. Price by the
I0O or 1,000 given on application. For extra-large
trees, write for prices.

HYBRID CHINA. We are not offering this as a dis-
tinct variety, but still it is distinct enough to be
classed separately. Every year we notice among our
Chinas some trees that have in them more or less of
the blood of the common or Sour China. Evidently
the blossoms of the Umbrella have been fertilized by
the pollen of the Sour China. The trees are taller,
handsomer and longer-lived than the Umbrella, but
sometimes they are not quite so symmetrical in
their growth. The prices on these will be the same
as on the Umbrella, though we are not always cer-
tain of detecting the hybrids, especially in smaller
sizes.

SOUR CHINA. The old original China grows faster
and larger than either of the above, lives longer, and
is preferred by many. Prices same as for Umbrella
China.

SOFT, or SILVER MAPLE. With many people the
favorite shade tree for this climate. If cultivated for
a few years it makesa rapid growth, which can hardly
be equaled by any other tree for the freshness of its
foliage and its beautiful appearance. It thrives
best in sandy soil, though with a little care it will
grow readily in black land. It is the well-known
and very popular ‘‘Silver Maple” of the North.
4 to 5 feet, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.; 8 feet, 25 cts.
each, $2.50 per doz.; 10 feet, 50 cts. each, $5 per
doz. For larger trees, write for prices.

BLACK WALNUT. Rather slow in starting, but
afterward makes a fairly rapid growth, and soon
becomes a handsome tree—as hardy as anything
that can be grown here, and bearing large, annual
crops of the well-known and ever popular nuts. 3 t94
feet, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.; 5 to 7 feet 50 cts.
each, $5 per doz.; large trees, $1 each.

JAPANESE WALNUT. An excellent shade tree as
well as a valuable nut-producer. For prices and
description, see page I3.

BUTTERNUT, ENGLISH WALNUT, CHESTNUT,
etec., see page I3.

WEEPING WILLOW. Well known everywhere, and
also popular everywhere. Of beautiful drooping
habit. The soft, delicate green of the foliage appears
very early in the spring. The under sides of the
leaves on nearly all Willows are silvery, and give a
beautiful effect when the wind blows. 25 cts. each,
$2.50 per doz.; large trees, 50 cts. each.

OTHER SHADE TREES

We are growing a large variety of other trees for next season, and expect to offer next year such trees as we

. onsider worthy of trial.

LUBBOCK, TEX., Dec. 2, 1907.

My trees and plants arrived in Lubbock Friday in good shape. The evergreens are so fine I may have to send for

more. In fact, I am well pleased with all the trees.

Very kindly, GEO. M. HUNT.
DENTON, TEX., Feb. 28, 1907.

I enclose check for cut flowers received last week. I thank you kindly for your prompt fulfilment of order.

Very truly, M. ANNIE MOORE.

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Flowering Shrubs

As one indication of the tendency of people to plant such flowers as are hardy and will continue to grow and
bloom year after year, may be noted the greatly increased demand for hardy flowering shrubs. Last season we
suppose we sold more than in any previous five years combined. Shrubs may be had in bloom from February to
November or December;—not the same shrubs all the time, but different kinds following one after the other,
giving a succession of blooms. Asa general rule, shrubs do best and look best where planted in groups or masses.
They can be used with fine effect in landscape work. In northern states, Hydrangeas and Snowballs take the lead.
In the South, however, while the Hydrangea, Snowball, etc., do moderately well, there are other shrubs that suit
our climate better, and the first of these is the Crape Myrtle. This is unquestionably the best shrub for the South,
while the Althea, Cydonia Japonica, Flowering Willow, Red Bud, etc., bloom and thrive in the greatest profusion.

Prices, except where noted, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Price by the 100 or 1,000 on application

Crape Myrtle, Crimson. 25 cts.
Purple. 25 cts.
Pink. 25 cts.
White. 50 cts.

CYDONIA Japonica (Japanese Quince). Covered in
early spring with scarlet blossoms.

DEUTZIA. A neat, bushy shrub, bearing in spring
beautiful clusters of flowers of exquisite beauty.

crenata fl. pl. Double-flowering and exceedingly
handsome variety; flowers white, tinged rose.
These are sometimes called Tassel Flowers. 25c.
Pride of Rochester. A variety of the above and

producing large, double white flowers; the back of
the petals being slightly tinted with rose. It excels
all the older sorts in size of flower, length of panicle,
profuseness of bloom and vigorous habit; blooms
nearly a week earlier than Crenata flore pleno. 35c.

HYDRANGEA paniculata grandiflora. Form
spreading, bearing large foliage and immense
pyramidal panicles of white flowers more than a
foot long, which change to pink and finally to
purple; blooms from June till frost. It is a very
attractive plant, its clusters of bloom presenting
a striking appearance. Most effective when
planted in groups. 35 cts.; extra-large plants, 75c.

HONEYSUCKLE, Bush or Upright. Early-bloom-
ing; very fragrant. Succeeds over wide areas.

JASMINE, Catalonian. A hardy shrub, with beau-
tiful foliage and fragrant white flowers. This plant
always gives pleasure and is effective in well-
arranged grounds.

ALTHEA

ALTHEA. Next to Crape Myrtle perhaps the most
satisfactory flowering shrub. We have ten or
twelve of the leading named varieties, in shades of
color from pure white to pink and purple. 25 cts.
each, $2.50 per doz.; large 3-year-old plants, 50 cts.

CALYCANTHUS florida (Sweet Shrub). Flowers
double, of a chocolate color, and very fragrant.
35 cts:

CHILOPSIS linearis (Flowering Willow). A tall-
growing shrub from Southwest Texas, which is
well adapted to the climate. Leaves linear; flowers
very showy, in terminal racemes. Each flower is
composed of a corolla-like tube divided at the end
into five lobes, nicely crimped. Tube lilac; end of
corolla mottled deep lilac, with two yellow stripes
in center of tube. A most valuable shrub, which
blooms almost continuously throughout the sum-
mer. 25 cts.

CORNUS (Dogwood). Species of tall growth are
described under Deciduous Trees._ The shrubby
Dogwoods, in many cases, have very pretty
flowers, but are valued also for their handsome
fruits, leaf variegations and bright-colored bark.
If planted in lines or groups against evergreens,
the bark is very showy in winter, especially if
pruned yearly to make the growth of young shoots
thicker. 25 cts.

floridus. Large, white-flowering Dogwood.
sanguinea. Red-flowering Dogwood. 35 cts.

CRAPE MYRTLE. The well-known flowering shrub
or small tree; very showy in summer or fall. The
most satisfactory flowering shrub for this locality.
It thrives on almost any kind of soil, and blooms
continuously from June to November. LILAC

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JAPAN SNOWBALL

LILAC. Grows and blooms well here.
Purple. The well-known variety.
White. Bears large handsome panicles of pure
white blossoms. 35 cts. ;

POMEGRANATE. Grows here as a flowering shrub,
but grows larger and bears abundant crops of
fruit in southern Texas. It has small leaves and
handsome orange-red flowers. The fruits are the
size of small oranges, and ripen in late summer or
autumn. Makes a fine specimen also when grown
in tubs.

RED BUD. A beautiful native shrub that grows to be
a small tree. It blooms very early in the spring,
every twig being covered with pinkish purple
flowers. Very hardy and attractive.

RHUS Cotinus (Purple Fringe, or Smoke Tree).

Greatly admired for its cloud-like masses of very
delicate flowers, that cover the entire plant during
the summer, appearing from a distance like clouds
of smoke,

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SNOWBALL. A great favorite where it succeeds well,
but it too often succumbs to our very long, hot
summers. When in full bloom, very early in spring,
the great bushes are thickly massed with spherical
fluffy balls of snowy white. Gives the same effect
in spring that the showy hydrangeas do in August.
35 cts.

SPIRZZA. One of the most useful flowering shrubs;
very hardy and free-flowering.

Billardii. Flowers in spikes, deep pink.

Crimson, Anthony Waterer. Outshows all the
Spireas in brilliancy of color—a bright crimson.
It is also much dwarfer and denser in growth;
when scarcely 3 inches high it begins to bloom,
and thereafter is seldom out of flower. Asa house-
plant nothing can equal it. In the garden it will
make a plant 3 feet high and wide, and will be
covered with flower-heads 6 inches across. It is
also perfectly hardy and will stand the most severe
winter with slight protection. 35 cts.

prunifolia. Flowers small, pure white, very double;
produced in great profusion upon long, slender
branches.

Reevesii, or Bridal Wreath.
favorite; single white.

SYRINGA (Mock Orange). The Syringa is an invalu-
able shrub. Of vigorous habit, very hardy, with
large, handsome foliage and beautiful white flow-
ers; produced in the greatest profusion at the
blooming season, it merits a prominent place in
all collections of shrubbery. Most of the varieties
except those of dwarf habit, form large shrubs
I2 to 15 feet high. They can, of course, be kept
smaller by pruning.

ecoronarius (Garland Syringa). A_ well-known
shrub, with pure white, highly-scented flowers.
One of the first to flower.

grandiflora (Large-flowered Syringa). Has very
showy, large flowers, slightly fragrant; branches
somewhat straggling.

WEIGELA rosea nana variegata. One of the most
conspicuous shrubs that we cultivate; leaves beau-
tifully margined creamy white; flowers pink. It is
a dwarf grower and admirably adapted to small
lawns or gardens. 25 cts.

candida. The best white Weigela. Very fine light
green foliage and handsonie pure snow-white flow-
ers, borne in great profusion during the latter part
of June, and continues in bloom until autumn. 25c.

floribunda. Flowers of a rich crimson, and has the
additional merit of usually making a second growth
and flowering profusely during the latter part of
summer. 2 to 3 feet. 25 cts.

The well-known

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CLEMATIS PANICULATA (SEE PAGE 22)

Hardy Climbing Plants

The hardy climbers are simply indispensable for many ornamental uses. By planting them about an unsightly
fence or old stump, it can be turned into an object of living beauty, and thus become a delight rather than an

offense to the observer. Our assoftment is select.

Price, except where noted, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.

AMPELOPSIS quinquefolia. A strong grower and
rapid climber, with rich green foliage, changing
to bright red in the autumn. The foliage is large
and not so glossy as the following. When trained
over a building, fasten the stems to the wall in
some way, or storms will tear them off.

Veitchii. A hardy Ampelopsis of Japanese origin.
It grows as rapidly as the old Virginia Creeper,
and attains a height of 50 feet. It clings firmly to
any wall, tree, etc. The leaves are small on young
plants, which at first are of an olive-green brownish
color, changing to bright scarlet in the autumn.
As the plant acquires age the leaves increase in
size. This variety becomes more popular every
season, as it becomes more widely known, and is,
without question, one of the very best climbing
plants for covering brick or stone walls that can
be grown, 2-year, 25 cts.; extra strong, 3-year,
50 cts.

ANTIGONON leptopus (Mountain Rose, or Queen’s
Wreath). A lovely climber from Central Mexico,
with beautiful, rose-colored flowers in racemes
2 feet long. The profusion of bloom is such as to
give the appearance of roses at a distance;
hence its Mexican name, ‘‘ Rosa de Mon-
tana,’ or Mountain Rose. It is moder-
ately hardy with protection; the vines are
killed to the ground by frost, but grow and
bloom the next spring. Strong roots, 25 cts.;
extra strong, 2-year, 50 cts.

BIGNONIA. The well-known Trumpet Creeper
that grows wild in southern and eastern
Texas, flourishes everywhere under the
most unfavorable conditions, and _ is
always pretty and satisfactory. We had
only one variety, and hence not much was
said about it. But when we saw where a
nurseryman in France was offering ten or
twelve varieties, we secured several plants
of each for test. The result has been a great
surprise to us. There are so many shapes,
sizes and colors of bloom, and the plants
are such luxuriant growers, even on the
poorest soil and in the hottest and driest
times. Our friends need not hesitate to try
them.

Manglesi. A very strong grower; one we can
highly recommend. Flowers 5 inches across,
a beautiful soft crimson, shaded with orange.

Bignonia Mangilesi, continued

Throat orange, veined crimson. Six to twelve
blooms on each truss. 50 cts.

speciosa flava. Fern-like foliage; not so strong a
grower as Manglesi, but entirely distinct. Flowers
salmon, with crimson tube. 25 cts.

grandiflora. A rare and beautiful variety. Twelve
to sixteen blooms on each truss. Flowers 4 to 5
inches across; salmon, veined crimson. 50 cts.

coccinea. A free grower; profuse bloomer; flowers
scarlet, throat shaded salmon, 25 cts.

radicans. One of the oldest varieties; flowers orange-
scarlet; a strong grower; fine for covering walls
or fences that are unsightly. 25 ets.

rubra. Flowers dark red, 2 to 3 inches across; a
fine variety. 25 cts.

Thunbergii. Flowers a clear salmon, throat shaded
scarlet; individual blooms 3 to 4 inches across, 50c.

hybrida. Dark blood-red flowers; fine bloomer. 25c.

Madame Galen. A rich glowing scarlet, with very
large trusses; blooms 3 to 4 inches across, ten to
twelve blooms to each truss. 50 cts.

eapreolata. 25 cts.

AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII

HARDY CLIMBING

CLEMATIS Jackmani. The best-known and most
valued variety of this popular family. A perfect
mass of bloom when in full flower.
rich, royal purple. Strong, 2-yr., 50 cts.

paniculata. Flowers white, star-shaped; produced
during the midsummer and fall, upon long shoots.
In addition to its profusion of flowers, the latter
are also very fragrant, and the foliage is hand-
some. A most desirable new climber, which is
attracting much attention, and is perfectly hardy.
50 cts.; small plants, 25 cts.

HONEYSUCKLE. Still remains the most popular
vine; it has every qualification to recommend it—
beautiful foliage, fragrant and lovely flowers, ever-
blooming habit and evergreen leaves. Covers
porch or trellis very rapidly.

Chinese Evergreen. White, buff and pink; delight-
fully fragrant.

Golden Netted. Foliage variegated, with yellow
veins and blotches; flowers white and cream-
colored.

Belgian, or European Sweet. Sometimes called
Monthly Fragrant, or Dutch Honeysuckle. A

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Honeysuckle, Belgian or European Sweet, cont’d

fine, hardy grower; flowers large and exceedingly

_ sweet, but, yellow and red. Cofistant-blooming.

Scarlet Trumpet, or Red Coral. A rapid grower,
with bright red, trumpet-shaped flowers. This is
the old, well-known variety.

Hall’s. Beautiful dark green, with glossy foliage;
flowers white and buff, with a strong Jasmine odor.
35 cts.

IVY, English. Evergreen and hardy; the richest
foliage of any vine. Our plants are very healthy
and vigorous, and will be sure to live, as they have
all been grown outdoors in pots.

MADEIRA VINE. A rapid-climbing plant, with thick,
glossy green foliage and fine white, fragrant flow-
ers. £0) Gts-

WISTARIA, Chinese Purple. One of the handsomest
vines in cultivation, producing long, pendulous
clusters of blue flowers in the greatest profusion.
DIGEGLS.

White. 50 cts.

CLIMBING ROSES. See page 30.

Ornamental Grasses

For large beds or groups on the lawn these tall-growing, graceful grasses give beautiful effects. In many of
the finest public parks they are now given prominent positions. The spikelets, or plume-like heads, are also used
in a dry state for winter decorations. The following are favorite sorts.

ARUNDO Donax variegata (Ribbon Grass). This
scarce and beautiful variety is one of the most
stately of silvery variegated reed-like plants, and
one that can be used either as a single specimen
or in groups; its graceful foliage is creamy white
and green striped. Grown either as a clump on
the lawn or as a border such as is shown in the
picture, it is very valuable. 25 cts.

ERIANTHUS Ravenne. Attains the height of Io or
12 feet, throwing up numerous flower-spikes of a
grayish white color; blooms profusely for a long
time. 25 cts.

EULALIA Japonica. A hardy perennial from Japan,
with long, narrow leaves, striped with green and
white. It sends up stalks 4 to 6 feet high, termi-
nating with a cluster of flower-spikes, on which the
individual flowers are arranged. 25 cts.

Japonica zebrina. Striking and distinct. Unlike
most plants with variegated foliage, the striping or
marking is across the leaves instead of longitudinal,
the leaves being striped every 2 or 3 inches with a
band of yellow half an inch wide. 25 cts.

Japonica univittata. With narrow foliage and
a narrow stripe running the entire leaf.

Hedge Plants

These Hedge Plants, used instead of unsightly and expensive wooden fences, are most valuable, economical
and ornamental. Live hedges increase yearly, and are usually very satisfactory, both in appearance and as a

protection against trespass.

BOX, Tree. Beautiful evergreen hedge; not thrifty in
sand, but quite so in clay or black land, where it
does well. Small plants for borders, $5 per roo.

ARBORVITA, Chinese. Evergreen; makes a fast-
growing, ornamental hedge when neatly pruned;
rich color. 18 to 24 inches, $20 per Ioo.

EUONYMUS Japonicus. $10 per Ioo.

PRIVET, California. Nearly evergreen; a strong
pyramidal shrub, with bright green leaves and
white flowers; makes a most desirable hedge;
grows very rapidly when trimmed in any shape.
$3.50 per 100; 2-year, $5 per I0o.

HARDY ORANGE. For description, see page 23.
Small plants, $5 per 100.

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Evergreens

During the last six or eight years evergreens have not been so popular in the Southwest as they were before
that time. This is partly due to the fact that so many of the inferior, cheap, loose-growing Arborvites have been
planted, giving the grounds a ragged, untidy appearance. Such trees should never have been planted as specimens,

and about the only use they could be put to is
for windbreaks, screens or backgrounds. But
where such magnificent trees as Magnolias, Ce-
drus deodara, etc., are used, the effect is
altogether different. We have on our grounds
a Magnolia grandiflora for which we have been
offered $500. We also have a Cedrus deodara
equally valuable. We do not offer below a very
long list of evergreens, because there are so many
kinds that do not thrive in the Southwest.
What we do offer, however, are tested and
tried, and may be planted with confidence.
There is one evergreen that should be planted
above every other, and that is the Magnolia
grandiflora. We are trying a number of other
evergreens, and, if they succeed, we shall offer
them next season. We give no guarantee with
evergreens.

ARBORVITA, Rosedale Hybrid. This is a
cross between the Arborvite and Retinos-
pora, originating in Texas. It has the same
dense, compact, upright and uniform
growth as the Golden Arborvite, while in
texture and color it resembles the Retinos-
pora, except that it is soft and feathery to
the touch, and in color it is a bright, fresh
pea-green, very striking and attractive.
Being a native of Texas it seems to be per-
fectly adapted to this peculiar climate, and
does well in almost any situation, amply
repaying the expense and labor of purchase
and planting. It retains the same bright,
healthy appearance summer and winter. It
is inclined to be dwarf and, apparently;
will never grow more than 6 or 8 feet high
Through our extensive advertising, this
evergreen has been brought to the notice of
nurserymen all over the United States, and
has created a sensation wherever seen.
During the last three years we have grown
great numbers of them, but have never had
sufficient to supply the demand. This sea-
son we have 100,000 plants, but we expect
to sell all of them before the season closes.
12 to 15 inches, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.;
18 to 20 inches, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.
Extra-fine specimens, 214 to 3 feet, $1 each,
$to per doz.

Chinese. Hardy, and a rapid grower: can be
made a compact tree by frequent and careful
pruning. 2 feet, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.

Golden. The most popular evergreen in the
South; is easily transplanted; needs little prun-
ing. 12 to I5 inches, 25c.; I5 to 20 inches, 50c.

BOX, Tree. Dark glossy green and vigorous in stiff
soil, but not so much so in sandy soil. 25 cts.

CAPE JASMINE. For southern and eastern Texas,
but too tender for this locality. 25 cts. to $r.

CEDRUS Deodara (The Great Cedar of the Hima-
layan Mountains). A stately tree, attaining a
height of 50 to 75 feet; foliage glaucous green,
branches feathery and spreading. $1 to $2.

EUONYMUS Japonica. A hardy and ornamental
plant, with rich, handsome foliage. 25 cts. to 75c.

HARDY ORANGE, Citrus trifoliata. Dwarf, sym-
metrical, with glossy green trifoliate leaves. The
fragrant white blossoms are borne continually.
The fruit is small, bright red in color, very curious.
25 cts. to 50 cts. If wanted in large quantities for
hedges, write for special prices.

ARBORVIT#, ROSEDALE HYBRID

MAGNOLIA grandiflora. This is the grandest of

all evergreens and flowering trees; hardy in this
latitude; seems to thrive in any soil or location.
Being indigenous to the South, the impression
prevails that it will not do in cold or dry climates.
This is incorrect. It is growing in Washington,
D. C., in Illinois, in Oklahoma, the Panhandle of
Texas, and, in fact, we do not know of any place
where it has been tried that it does not grow and
bloom well. The flowers are pure white, some-
times measuring 12 to 15 inches across, the petals
thick and waxy, and very fragrant. The tree is
as easy to transplant as a peach tree, but all the
leaves must be cut off when moved. 3 to 4 feet,
$1.50 each; 5 to 6 feet, $2.

OLEANDER. A good house plant, vigorous and

hardy 200 miles south or east of Fort Worth.
Pink and white. Small plants, 25 cts.; larger
plants, 50 cts. to $1.

RED CEDAR. Makes a beautiful tree, and after it

becomes established, will grow almost anywhere
and under any treatment. We have a few beau-
tiful young plants, 15 to 18 inches, at 25 cts.

Roses for the South

ORE interest is being taken in Roses today than ever before. In fact, Roses, in the South,
are worth all other flowers combined. When people learn what varieties to plant and how
to care for them, they are always certain to get satisfactory results. ‘‘What to plant,” and
“how to care for them”’ we strive to show in this Catalogue. It is the result of twenty-three
years’ experience and observation in Texas. That our efforts in this direction are appre-

ciated is attested by hundreds of letters from pleased customers all over the Southwest.

To our old customers it is hardly necessary to say any more than that we have a good stock of plants,
larger and healthier than heretofore, besides a fine list of new varieties. The Rose-lover is not satisfied
to plant only the old standards, even if they should be the best. He wants to try the new Roses, and see
if he cannot get something better or newer than what he already has. Of course he expects to be disap-
pointed many times, but many times he is delighted in finding a real acquisition. The improvement in
new Roses seems to go on unabated, and the last few years have produced many decided acquisitions.
In the following list we try to offer only such new Roses as have decided merit. The work that we have
done toward obtaining and disseminating some practical knowledge of the Rose is having its reward
in our greatly increased sales. Our customers are beginning to believe that if Baker Bros. Co.
recommend a Rose it has decided merit, and if certain Roses are not found in our Catalogue, it is well
to let them alone. We doubt if as good a collection of Roses for Texas can be found anywhere else. Of
course, some florists in the North offer all the Roses we do and many more; but it is because of this “‘many
more’”’ that it is not safe to order from them. Three-fourths of the Roses offered in northern catalogues
are not suited to our soil and climate; all of our Roses have special merit, and are adapted to this climate.
We have tested many new varieties this season, and some of them are decided acquisitions.

We can supply field-grown plants of nearly all the varieties offered. There is quite a difference between
our field-grown plants and the stock offered by northern florists as ‘‘two-year-olds.”” They mean plants
that have been kept in pots through the second season, and _ have tall, weak growth. Ours are grown in
the open ground and have a strong, bushy growth, which is much superior to the spindling of a pot Rose.
As usual, we have added a number of new varieties to our list, and have also dropped a few superseded
by better and similar varieties of the same class. This selection of the best we shall continue, thus keeping
our list up to the very best standard for this climate. Of the new varieties offered, we have tested a number
and can heartily recommend them. Some we have not tested, and their descriptions are, of course, borrowed.
There is such a desire and ambition among most of our customers to get the newest and best that they do
not care to wait for us to try a new kind, but are willing to make the experiment themselves. Occasionally
such people will be disappointed, but they must remember that not every variety that will succeed well in
Ohio, New Jersey or France is suitable to this climate.

Field-grown Roses begin to grow early in March, and unless transplanted before that time they are
not likely to grow. We have always had this difficulty when customers ordered late, as some are sure
to do. Of late years, however, we have overcome this trouble by packing the plants in cold storage, so

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ROSES, continued

that when they were planted in the open ground, even so late as May, they grow off beautifully. Of course
this refers only to field-gown Roses, and it does not mean that the plants are frozen.

Our small pot-plants are growing in pots, and can be planted any time that we have them. We ad-
vise our friends to plant them out before April, except in Kansas and more northern points. A little cold
weather will not hurt a Rose. The prices given are for healthy, vigorous young plants, 5 to 10 inches tall,
taken from 24-inch pots. Those marked “‘field-grown”’ are plants taken from the open ground, are bushy,
and from 1 to 3 feet tall, according to variety. When planted out, the tops should be cut back nearly
to the ground.

Roses require a rich soil and plenty of water. They succeed best on stiff soil-—black-waxy, clayey or
black sand—but they will grow and bloom in any soil if well manured and watered.

Roses planted in the fall. While we issue our Catalogue but once a year—in January—yet we sell a
great many Roses in the fall, and, of course, sales are made through our Spring Catalogue. Much cor-
respondence on our part, and annoyance on the part of our customers could be avoided if they knew a
little more of the nature of the Rose. We offer two sizes of Roses—the field-grown at 25 cts., 35 cts., or
50 cts. each, and the pot-Rose at 10 cts., or 15 cts. each, or $1 per doz. The field-grown Roses are strong,
stout bushes, 12 to 24 inches high, with two or three branches. On these the growth is ripened and hard,
and hence can be left in the open ground all winter. The pot-grown Roses are rooted in the fall, are kept
growing in the greenhouse all winter and have only tender young growth, which cannot stand any exposure
to freezing weather. When this is properly understood, it is easy to see that the small plants should not
be ordered before spring. In south Texas they may be planted safely in February, but in north Texas it is
best to wait until March.

Directions for Planting, Pruning and Fertilizing

Any good garden soil is suitable, but should be well fertilized with decomposed stable manure. Keep
the soil free from weeds and stir frequently during the summer. Mulching in fall with stable manure 1s
beneficial. A small amount of bone-meal or good fertilizer applied in summer is advisable.

When planting, cut off all but two or three of the strongest branches; cut these back to 3 inches. Plants
thus cut back will transplant better and produce finer flowers.

Pruning. After the first killing frost, most of the varieties should have two-thirds of the past year’s
growth cut off. As a general rule, the more vigorous the variety the less it should be pruned. Remove all
decayed wood. Climbing Roses should have only their side branches shortened in; do not disturb the
main stem.

We frequently receive complaints from our patrons who order late in the spring; they state that the
flowers produced on their Roses are very inferior and do not come up to description. We would state
that perfect flowers cannot be expected from plants set out late in February or March, and which pro-
duce blooms before they are well established. But if these plants are allowed to grow until the following
fall, and, if they receive proper treatment, there will be no cause for complaint.

Insects. For ‘“‘aphis’”’ and “‘thrips” spray plants daily with sulpho-tobacco soap.

For Rose Slug, spray with hellebore or insect powder. For Rose leaf-hopper, spray with insect pow-
der, tobacco decoction, kerosene emulsion or sulpho-tobacco soap.

Mildew. This is caused by extremes of heat and cold, or by a continuance of damp, cold weather.
Sprinkle the plants with water and dust them with sulphur or soot.

NEW AND NOTABLE ROSES

HELEN GOOD. This is a new member of the Etoile de France is the finest Rose he has ever sent out.

Cochet family. The other Cochets are perhaps the
most satisfactory Tea Roses we have, and, as good
yellow Roses are scarce, we hail with delight the
coming of a Rose that promises so well. The intro-
ducers of this Rose paid $1,000 for two plants, this
being by far the highest recorded price ever paid for
any Rose. The color is a delicate yellow, suffused
with pink, each petal edged deeper, very chaste and
beautiful. The color, with its immense size and ex-
quisite form, makes it, without question the greatest
Tea Rose ever introduced. Be sure and try it. A
genuine Cochet. Small plants, 25 cts.

ETOILE DE FRANCE. After giving this Rose a
thorough test in the field last season, we do not hesitate
to pronounce it one of the very best Roses ever intro-
duced. J. Pernet Ducher, who originated such Roses
as Mad. C. Testout, Mad. A. Chateney, President
Carnot, and other of the best standards, says the

It is a very strong, vigorous grower, with handsome,
green, bronzy foliage, and is exceedingly free-flowering.
The flowers are very large, and borne on long, good,
stiff stems; color a lovely shade of clear red-crimson
velvet; very fragrant and keeps well. In England,
where it has been tried extensively during the past
season, it has caused quite a sensation. This is our
first year with this Rose, and our opinion is that it
will become as much of a favorite as La France. Keep
vour eye on this variety, as it isa stayer and grand va-
riety. Small plants, 25 cts.; field-grown plants, 50 cts.

MAD. PHILIPPE RIVOIRE. Very free-branching
in growth, foliage deep bronzy green; flowers large and
full and globular; color apricot-yellow, center nankin-
yellow, reverse of petals carmine; extra. A few bushes
of a Rose of this character producing such an abundance
of brightness at all times are a great acquisition to any
Rose garden. 15 cts.

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ROSES, continued

MAD. LEON PAIN. Robust growth; smooth wood;
handsome plum-colored foliage; flowers large, full and
free in opening; silvery salmon, center orange-yellow,
reverse bright red and yellow. In our gardens the past
summer it has at all times been a grand sight, bearing a
great profusion of exceedingly large brilliant Roses. 15c

CHERRY RIPE. An extraordinary free-flowering
Hybrid Tea, branching in habit, vigorous and hardy,
and as free as a Tea Rose. The flowers are medium in
size, well formed, globular, light rosy crimson, almost
the color of Alfred Colomb; as fragrant as the Hybrid
Perpetuals, which it much resembles in form; every
shoot produces a bloom; one of the most promising
Roses of the year. Should be tried by all. 20 cts.

FLORENCE PEMBERTON. One of the grandest
of all new Roses for outdoor culture. It is a splendid
grower, the bloom is perfection itself in way of shape
and size, the color is a lively pink, edged whiter. A
refined flower that is both beautiful and fragrant and
will have many admirers. 20 cts.

ROSALIND ORR ENGLISH. (Hybrid Tea.)
Forcing. New pink seedling from Mme. Chatenay; is
unapproached in color; the bud is pointed, quite full,
borne on long, slender stems, beautifully set with
foliage, Free in growth and bioom; the flower is very
beautiful from its earliest bud form till fully expanded.
Was awarded certificate of merit at the Chicago show.
Small plants, 20 cts.

JOSEPH HILL. This fine new Rose produces a long
pointed bud of the color of Austrian Copper, flushed
bright red and rose. This is ranked as the best of the
parti-colored Roses and will have a future. I5 cts.

RICHMOND. A new Rose that has proved very
popular. It isa beautiful bright crimson, almost scarlet,
beautiful in bud or flower. Must be on good soil and
well cared for to get good results. Small plants, 20 cts.;
field-grown plants, 50 cts.

BABY RAMBLER. New dwarf everblooming
Crimson Rambler. It is identical in every way with
that wonderful Rose, Crimson Rambler, except that it
is a dwarf, bushy grower and is a true everbloomer.
It is in bloom all the time, flowers in large clusters of
brightest crimson, It grows to a height of 18 inches

and hides the plant with its bloom. Small plants, r5c.:
field-grown plants, 35 cts.

AMERICAN BEAUTY. This is hardly now a new
Rose, but it is one of the best we have for outdoor
culture. It is a strong, vigorous grower and a very
free bloomer. The buds are extra large, very full,
double and exceedingly sweet. The color is a dark, rich
crimson, most exquisitely shaded. The flowers are
very lasting after cutting, keeping fresh and bright
from one to three weeks. One valuable feature of the
American Beauty is its long stem, growing, under
cultivation to 3 or 4 feet long,. The foliage is of a bright
healthy green, well distributed over the plant. Field-
grown plants, 35 cts.; extra-large plants, 50 cts. No
small plants.

KILLARNEY. (Hybrid Tea.) The great Irish Rose.
A charming Rose of robust growth and very free-
blooming. The flowers are large, the buds very long
and pointed, petals very large and of great substance.
In color it is a delicate shell-pink, with fine satiny
petals and an exquisite fragrance. As the flower be-
comer mature, instead of shedding their petals, as do
other Roses, they open back and remain on the stem,
making a gorgeous display and lasting for an unusually
long period. The limpid pink of this Rose is unmatched;
it isa living pink, that under artificial light assumes an
intensity that fairly glows. Killarney is everblooming,
flowering profusely from April to November. Small
plants, 20 cts.; field-grown plants, 50 cts.

MISS HELEN GAMBIER. (Hybrid Tea.) The
color at first is salmon-rose, varying to apricot-yellow
at the base. A decided advance toward a true yellow
Hybrid Tea. Flowers large, very double, with full,
high center. A prolific bloomer. 15 cts.; field-grown
plants, 35 cts.

MAD. ABEL CHATENAY. This is a wonderfully
strong, healthy-growing variety, with rich, bright
foliage. A grand bedding Rose, profuse bloomer
with slightly recurved petals; elegant buds, just the
right size and shape for buttonhole use. Color rosy
carmine, shaded salmon. 15c.; field-grown plants, 35c.

SOUVENIR DU PRESIDENT CARNOT. The
finest Rose presented to the public in many years.
In beauty of form it is simply unsurpassed, while to
our taste it is the lovliest combination of pink and
white tints we have ever seen. Small plants, 15 cts;
field-grown plants, 35 cts.

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ROSES, continued

MAD. C. TESTOUT. We have never seen a finer
Rose than a well-grown specimen of Mad. Testout.
It is a bright, vivid rose-color, as large and perfect as
Baroness Rothschild and as free a bloomer as La
France. If called upon to name the prettiest Rose we
know, we would say Mad. Testout. It is very scarce
on account of its being difficult to propagate. During
the severe season just passed, this has given us the
most satisfaction of all the Roses in the field. During
the most severe part of the drought, when nearly every-
thing else stopped blooming, this continued to produce
fine buds and blooms without ceasing. Small plants,
20 cts.; field-grown plants, 35 cts.

GENERAL McARTHUR. A new Rose of recent
introduction, which promises to be what rosarians
have long been looking for, namely, a good red with
full pointed buds, produced freely on long stems,
like the Bridesmaid, and, in addition, delightfully
fragrant. Color brilliant scarlet; a very bright-colored
Rose, of good size and double, very free-blooming and
fragrant. It is claimed for it that it is the very best red
Rose for outdoor planting, as it will stand all sorts of
weather without losing its vigor and blooming qualities.
Small plants, 20 cts. We have no large plants.

LA DETROIT. (Hybrid Tea.) The new Breitmeyer
Rose, which has been so largely exhibited and adver-
tised. Shell-pink, shading to soft rose; reverse of outer
petals cream-colored; fragrance like that of old Bon
Silene. In form it is large, cup-shaped; petals shell-like.
Rich, glossy foliage; a rampant. vigorous grower, pro-
ducing long shoots, and, we believe, a fine Rose. Small
plants, 15 cts.; field-grown plants, 35 cts.

FRANZ DEEGAN. A seedling from Kaiserin.
This beautiful yellow Hybrid Tea is a fine grower,
having dark, leathery foliage and the good habit of
throwing up numerous heavy canes, each one crowned
by a glorious flower of large size. Composed of large
petals; the outer petals are of about the color of Perle
des Jardins; the inner petals a good orange shade, very
deep and rich. It is a constant bloomer, opening its
buds freely. A strong, healthy grower, not subject to
mildew. Small plants, 15 cts.; field-grown plants, 35c.

SILVER KING. (Bourbon.) This new Rose is a
beauty indeed. In fact to see a bed of it in bloom is
absolutely startling, it is so grand and beautiful. The
bud and flower are of the largest size when fully ex-
panded, cup-shaped, full and double, but the petals are
so arranged as not to crowd one another. The color is
a clear shell-pink, so exquisite as to resemble the deli-
cate, soft pink seen in deep sea shells. It is very fra-
grant. A true everbloomer and hardy everywhere.
This is the grandest of all light pink Roses. Be sure
and try this Rose. Small plants, 15 cts.; field-grown
plants, 35 cts.

SOUVENIR DU PRESIDENT CARNOT ROSE, (PAGE 26)

ANTOINE RIVOIRE ROSE

ANTOINE RIVOIRE. After growing this Rose
several seasons in the field, we are convinced that it is
one of the best Roses ever introduced and we are sure
it will at once become a standard. It is a vigorous
zrower, with fine-shaped buds and flowers; color salmon
flesh in center to the edge of its petals, shading to a
creamy white, with delicate pink tinge. No other Rose
we know of is like it either in color or make-up,—the
color is so fresh and clean. It will last longer by far
than any Rose cut from the field and retain its fresh,
bright appearance. One customer writes that in the
heat of summer, when cut, it keeps fresh for three to
five days, while other Roses are drooping within a day.
This is due to the thick, leathery-like petals, seen only
in this variety. Small plants, 15 cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

LADY BATTERSEA. (Hybrid Tea.) This variety
has long, pointed buds of the largest size, and is very
striking in form. The color is bright cherry-crimson.
The stems are stiff and extremely long; a vigorous
grower and free in bloom; early in the season the flow-
ers are not very double, but on strong plants the blooms
are well filled. Small plants, 15 cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

LADY MARY CORY. (Tea.) An exquisite decor-
ative Tea Rose; growth vigorous and of erect, branch-
ing habit; fine large, bold flowers of perfect build, very
freely produced; color deep golden yellow, delightfully
tea-scented. Small plants, 15 cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

BESSIE BROWN. It is erect and vigorous in
growth, flowering profusely in the open ground all
through the summer. Color pure white, sometimes
faintly flushed pink. Petals enormous and of shell
shape. It is really marvelous that such large flowers
can be so freely produced. Received gold and silver
medal from the National Rose Society, England, and
numerous certificates and prizes. Small plants, 15 cts.;
field-grown plants, 35 cts.

MRS. ROBERT GARRETT. The flowers are very
large, on strong stems, clothed with clean, heavy
foliage and strong spines. The buds are long and
pointed in shape, and open up beautifully into a full-
rounded flower. In shape of bud and half-open flower
it very much resembles Souvenir du President Carnot,
but is very much larger; color a glowing shell-pink,
very deep in the center; the fragrance is delicate and
pleasing. 15 cts.; field-grown plants, 35 cts

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TEA AND OTHER EVERBLOOMING ROSES

The Everblooming Roses are the most popular of all, and for the South, where all are entirely hardy without
protection, are especially desirable for their continuous growth and bloom

Prices of all Roses, except where noted: Vigorous young plants, from pots, 10 cts. each; larger
plants from 3/4-inch pots, 20 cts. each; field-grown plants, 25 cts. to 50 cts. each

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Aurora. (Hybrid Tea.) A new Rose that has come
to stay. Very strong grower, free bloomer, color bright
glowing pink, deeper than La France. It has the true
deep, penetrating fragrance of the Hybrid Perpetuals
and is the sweetest of all Hybrid Tea Roses. It is a
beauty from every point of view, and can be best de-
scribed as grand, superb. You will make no mistake in
growing it. Small plants, 15 cts.

Bride. A lovely, pure white, very fragrant Rose.
The buds have more substance than Niphetos, are very
full and double, and possess the good characteristics of
Catherine Mermet. The outside of the petals
is sometimes tinged with pink. Field-grown,
25 cts.

Bougere. Color violet-crimson, delicately
shaded with violet. Field-grown, 25 cts.

Bridesmaid. This is an improvement on
the world-renowned Catherine Mermet.
About the same shade as the famous Duchess
of Albany, the deep red La France, and,
strange to say, both of these sports bloom
more freely than their parent, while in growth,
foliage, etc., there is no perceptible difference.
10 cts.; field-grown, 25 cts.

Bon Silene. Deep rose; semi-double; beau-
tiful in bud; very fragrant and free-flowering.
Field-grown, 25 cts.

Crown Princess Victoria (White Mal-
maison). This Rose is a vigorous grower, with
large, fine foliage, and is one of the loveliest of
all Roses. The color is pure waxen snow-white,
sometimes lemon-tinted, and those who desire a
fine double flower when fully expanded, will be
delighted with it, as it is beautiful when full
blown. 15 cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

Catherine Mermet. Clear flesh, with sil-
very luster, like La France. Large, well-
formed, exquisite buds. This is considered
the finest of all the Tea Roses. Field-grown,
a5 ets.

BASKET OF WHITE MAMAN COCHET ROSES (See page 30)

Clara Watson. Salmon and pink; extremely free in
bloom; a vigorous grower, with handsome foliage. A
new English variety, highly recommended as a bedder.
15 cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

Coquette de Lyon. Vigorous, rapid grower con-
stant bloomer. Pure canary-yellow. Field-grown, 25c.

Clothilde Soupert. For freedom of bloom, beauty
of form and delicacy of coloring, we know of no Rose
superior to this. It is a strong, vigorous grower. The
flowers are large, double and beautiful in form, and
borne in sprays; the color blends from soft shell-pink
to pure satiny white. Io cts.; field-grown, 25 cts.

Duchesse de Brabant. Soft, rosy flesh, changing
to deep rose; very free in bloom, and valuable. Field-
grown, 25 cts.

Duchesse of Albany. One of the finest Roses we
have seen, not excepting La France, with which it is
identical, except that it is of more vigorous growth, and
has a larger and more expanded flower of deep, even
pink. Io cts.; field-grown, 25 cts.

Etoile de Lyon. A magnificent Tea Rose, of bril-
liant chrome-yellow, with center of pure golden yellow.
Field-grown, 25 cts.

General Jacqueminot. A rich, velvety crimson,
changing to scarlet-crimson. A magnificent Rose,
equally good in the bud state or open. This is the best
known of all the Hybrid Perpetuals, and is without a
rival in fragrance and richness of color. It is, moreover,
as easy of cultivation as many of the more common
varieties, and perfectly hardy. 15 cts.; field-grown, 35c.

Golden Gate. A promising Rose of American origin,
and one that seems to be admirably adapted to the
needs of our climate. The flowers are large, very full
and finely formed, and of excellent substance; the buds
are long and of a most desirable form; the color is rich,
creamy white, beautifully tinged with fine golden yellow;
the petals are large and broad, and exquisitely bordered
and tinted with clear rose, making altogether a Rose of
rare beauty. 10 cts.; field-grown, 25 cts.

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TEA ROSES, continued

Helen Gould. The color of this fine new hardy ever-
blooming Rose is unique, very soft, intense carmine-
crimson, with deeper shades in the depths of the petals,
in color very like American Beauty. The profusion of
bloom is truly marvelous, every shoot producing a
flower. It isa better Rose for general planting than the
American Beauty, because it blooms so much more
freely. The flowers are full and perfectly double and
the buds beautitully made, long and pointed. It isa
grand acquisition to our red Roses, and is equally val-
uable for winter forcing or for summer blooming in the
open ground. Smail plants, 15 cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

Hermosa. The well-known garden Rose. Light
pink. Field-grown, 25 cts.

Ivory. A ‘‘sport”’ from the fine old variety,
Golden Gate. Ivory embodies all the good
points of its parent,—size, freedom of bloom
and strong, vigorous, healthy growth,—with a
pure white color which makes it an invaluable
acquisition to the list of forcing Roses. It has
received highest honors wherever shown.

Jules Finger. Bright rosy scarlet and in-
tense crimson. No field-grown plants.

Kaiserin Augusta Victoria. This seems
destined to become the leading white Rose in
cultivation. We have white Roses with elegant
buds, but the full-blown flowers are not so hand-
some. Again, we have white Roses elegant
when full blown, but with poor buds. This
Rose combines both these good qualities. Itisa
continuous bloomer, producing successive crops
of buds and flowers in the greatest profusion.
The buds are beautifully formed, with large
petals of the best substance; the flowers show no
center when fully open; color pure snowy white;
very fragrant, and a vigorous grower. I5 cts.;
field-grown, 35 cts.

La France. (H.T.) One of the most beau-
tiful of all Roses, and unequaled by any in its de-
licious fragrance. Flowers very large, double,
and superbly formed. The prevailing color is
light silvery rose, shaded with silvery peach,
and often with pink. Field-grown, 25 cts.

Mad. Joseph Schwartz. Light salmon-rose;
extra-fine bloomer. Field-grown, 25 cts.

Mad. Weleche. An extra-fine variety. Very
large, double, and of beautifully rounded form;
color soft, pale yellow, sometimes cream, with
short, inner petals of glowing orange and copper
Not to be forgotten when once seen. Vigorous
in habit. The rich color of the flowers varies with
the soil. 10 cts.; field-grown, 25 cts.

Maman Cochet. A vigorous grower, with
beautiful foliage. In bud it resembles the Mer-
met family, being long and shapely, borne on
long, stiff stems. It is of the largest size, and the
flower is built up or rounded, and very double.
The color is a deep rose-pink, the inner side of
the petals being a_ silver-rose, shaded and
touched with golden yellow. Pronounced to be
the finest Rose by far that has been introduced
from France in the last five years. I0 cts.; field-
grown, 25 cts.

Marie Guillot. Perfect in form; large, full
and pure white. This Rose should be planted
more extensively, as it is never disappointing.
The blossoms are always of the purest white,
never showing the pink or cream tinge so often
seen in other white Roses. It is always full and
double and simply perfection in form; does not come
thin or single in summer, as do so many Roses. I5
cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

Marie Van Houtte. Pale yellow;
bedding variety. No field-grown plants.

Meteor. A pure Tea. Flowers rich, dark velvety
crimson; plant strong, clean, vigorous grower, like Bon
Silene, but with flowers larger and more double. The
richest colored Ever-blooming Tea Rose yet introduced;
very distinct, grows and blooms in remarkable pro-
fusion outside as a bedding Rose. Field-grown, 25 cts.

an excellent

Mile. Francisca Kruger. It is closely allied to
Catherine Mermet and resembles it in everything save
color. In its shading of deep coppery yellow, it stands
unique and distinct from all other Roses. The flower,
when open, is of good size and very symmetrical. Io
cts.; field-grown, 25 cts.

Mme. Margottin. Rich saffron-orange, of fine form;
a most desirable bedding Rose. Field-grown, 25 cts.

Mrs. de Graw. Rich glossy pink. Such a strong
grower that it is almost proof against attacks of insects.
For garden or cemetery plants it has no equal; is never
seen without a profuse crop of flowers. Grows and
blooms well in almost any situation. Field-grown, 25
cts. No small plants.

MAMAN COCHET ROSES

Paul Neyron. The largest-flowering Rose in culti-
vation and one of the most prolific bloomers; color deep
clear rose; very fresh and attractive. The plant is an
exceptionally good grower, making straight shoots 4 to
5 feet high in one season, each shoot tipped with an
immense flower, often 5 inches in diameter. We always
recommend Paul Neyron when a good hardy pink or
rose-colored Rose is desired. 15 cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

Safrano. An old garden favorite. Profuse bloomer;
buds pointed, medium size and beautiful saffron color.
Small plants, 10 cts. field-grown, 25 cts.

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Perle des Jardins. Without doubt the finest yellow
Rose in cultivation. Canary or golden yellow; flowers
large and beautifully formed; handsome in every stage
of development. Field-grown, 35 cts.

Pierre Guillot. Deepest crimson. A grand Rose.
10 cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

Sombreuil. Creamy white, tinted with rose: very
large. ro cts.; field-grown, 25 cts.

WHITE LA FRANCE ROSES

Souvenir de la Malmaison. Flowers extremely
large, quartered and double; flesh white. Field-grown,
25 cts.

Souvenir de Wootton. Color velvety red, equal to
Jacqueminot. Double; good in bud, half open, or fully
expanded. Fully opened flowers frequently measure 6-
inches in diameter. 15 cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

The Queen. It has a pure white flower and makes
good, finely formed buds; quite full and double, and
very fragrant. The substance of the flowers is very
thick and waxen, so that they last a long time after
cutting. 10 cts.; field-grown, 25 cts.

Triomphe de Pernet Pere. Bright, shaded red,
with slightly recurved petals; elegant buds, full and
double. A continuous bloomer, very brilliant and hand-
some. Excellent for bedding. Io cts.; field-grown, 25c.

Viscountess Folkestone. The flower is almost
white, delicately tinted with flesh and as lustrous as
satin. When full blown it is like a fine white peony,
but without the least stiffness. ro cts.; field- grown,
25 cts.

Virginia R. Coxe (Gruss an Teplitz). The color
is a fiery crimson, shaded with a dark, velvety sheen,
producing the most magnificent effect ever seen in any
Rose and which completely overshadows varieties that
have been considered heretofore the most brilliant of
their class. The flowers are large, full and double,
handsomely made, and are produced on extraordinarily
long stems, that shoot out beyond the foliage in free yet
handsome disorder. The fragrance is distinct and deli-
ciously sweet. It makes a strong bush, 4 to 5 feet high;
has splendid foliage which is free from all disease. It
is perfectly hardy in all sections. 15 cts.; field-grown,
BS (Gite ;

White La France. This is really a beautiful Rose
and most desirable, but if you expect a pure white Rose
you will be disappointed. It is identical with La France,
except in color, which is pearly white, sometimes tinged
with fawn. This is one of the most striking and beauti-
ful Roses to be found on our grounds. 10 cts.; field-
grown, 25 cts.

White Maman Cochet. This American sport of the
grand French variety is very likely to prove the very
best of white bedders; wherever outdoor Roses are
grown Maman Cochet is a favorite; it is so extremely
large, rounded and full. All this can also be said of the
white sport. Io cts.; field-grown, 25 cts.

CHOICE CLIMBING TEA AND NOISETTE ROSES

These Roses are especially fine in our southern country, where they grow with tropical luxuriance, bloom long
and abundantly, and are, of course, entirely hardy. In the last few years there has been more improvement in
climbing Roses than in any other class. We now have climbing Roses of rapid, hardy growth and free bloom in
all the colors. Since the introduction of Climbing Kaiserin, Climbing Bridesmaid, Climbing Meteor, Climbing
Malmaison, Marechal Niel, President Cleveland and others, it is no longer necessary to plant sorts with semi-
double flowers or that bloom only in spring. Climbing Roses should not be cut back in winter, like other sorts,

because the best crop of bloom always comes from the old wood of the last season’s growth.

Celine Forester.
soft, rich yellow, deepening toward the center.
hardiest of the Tea-scented Roses.

Crimson Rambler. Strong grower; very hardy;
rich crimson. Blooms in clusters. Annual bloomer.
Field-grown, 35 cts.

Climbing Bridesmaid. This is the everblooming
pink climber, with flowers full and double, a free bloom
and strong growth so long desired. This is a Rose that
has all these good points. All who are familiar with
Bridesmaid, and know how near perfection it is in a
pink Rose, will see at once the value of Climbing
Bridesmaid. Small plants, 10 cts.; field-grown, 25 cts.

Climbing Clothilde Soupert. Clothilde Soupert
is one of the most popular Roses grown, filling a place
all its own, and for which there is no substitute. The
Climbing Clothilde has the same free, vigorous habit
and strong constitution; it is extremely hardy, with-
standing zero weather and producing its fine clusters
in profusion. This promises to prove the most valuable
climbing sport of any everblooming Rose. I0 cts.;
field-grown, 25 cts.

Beautifully shaded flowers of a
The

Climbing Paul Neyron. (Mad. Wagram). A
grand new Rose. Paul Neyron has always been known
as the largest Rose extant. In Climbing Paul Neyron
we have this large size, coupled with its bright, fresh
pink color that no Rose excels. And it is also a true per-
petual bloomer. The freest of all climbers. This Roseis
a wonder. Be sure and try it. Small plants, 15 cts.;
strong field-grown, 35 cts.

Chromatello, or Cloth of Gold. Beautiful golden
yellow. An old favorite. Small plants, 15 cts.; field-
grown, 35 cts.

Climbing Kaiserin Augusta Victoria. It is an
offspring of that grand variety, Kaiserin Augusta Vic-
toria, and is the first white hardy everblooming climb-
ing Rose. The flowers are extra large, full, deep and
double. They are of excellent substance and produced
on long, stiff, stems like a forcing Rose; in fact both in
bud and flower this grand new variety is superior in
grace and finish to any white Rose grown for cutting.
The buds are long and pointed, a remarkable feature
not found in any other climbing Rose; the fragrance is
delicious. The most remarkable feature of this climber,

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however, is that it blooms continuously the first year.
Then it is absolutely hardy, and its flowers are truly
beautiful. It grows to perfection outdoors, sending up
numerous shoots 10 to 15 feet high in a single season.
15 cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

Climbing Wootton (Climbing Tea). A climbing
variety of this fine red Rose that is bound to be very
popular. It is a very strong, rapid grower, with long,
thick canes, bearing large clusters of true Woottons.
In the South and on the Pacific slope this will be of the
greatest value, as a free-blooming red climber has
always been in great demand. Small plants, 15 cts.;
field-grown, 35 cts.

Climbing Belle Siebrecht. Clear satiny pink; one
of the prettiest Roses grown. Small plants, 15 cts.;
field-grown, 35 cts.

Climbing Meteor. This new Rose might, from its
rich red color, almost be called a Perpetual Blooming
Climbing General Jacqueminot. Buds exquisite;
flowers large, beautifully shaped, and of that rich,
velvety crimson seen only in Jacqueminot. 15 cts.;
field-grown, 35 cts.

Dorothy Perkins. Often makes a growth of Io feet
in a single season. In its habit of blooming in immense
clusters it is remarkably like Crimson Rambler, but
the flowers are of a beautiful shell-pink color and hold
a long time without fading; even after they commence
to fade the color is still pleasing, being then a lovely
deep rose. The flowers are very sweet-scented. Small
plants, 15 cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

Gainsborough. Asa hardy everblooming climber it
has no equal, eclipsing even that grand variety, Mrs.
Robert Peary. For beauty and size we place this
variety at the head of the Hybrid Teas. The foliage
is an exact counterpart of its parent, Viscountess Folke-
stone. Its delicate colors are hard to describe, being

delicately tinted flesh, almost white, and lustrous as
satin. When in full bloom it resembles a large, fine,
white, fluffy peony, but without a suggestion of stiff-
ness, often measuring 8 to 9 inches in diameter. Small
plants, 15 cts. No field-grown plants.

Climbing Mad. Caroline Testout. We already
have such a magnificent list of climbing Roses that we
hesitated to add another variety until we found the
Climbing Mad. Caroline Testout. All that is necessary
for us to say is that it is an exact counterpart of the
Mad. Caroline Testout, except that it is a vigorous
climber. Small plants, 20 cts.; large plants, 50 cts.

Wm. A. Richardson. Deep orange-yellow; a good
grower, and an old favorite. to cts.; field-grown, 25 cts.

Marechal Niel. A beautiful deep sulphur-yellow;
full, large and exceedingly sweet; still the finest yellow
Rose in existence. It has a climbing habit, and yields
thousands of beautiful flowers. Foliage large, smooth,
rich green. Large, budded plants, $1; smaller budded
plants, 50 cts.; small plants on own roots, Io cts.

President Cleveland (Climbing Marie Guillot).
A glorious new Rose. It is one of the most rapid-grow-
ing, vigorous climbing and an exceedingly healthy Rose,
with every attribute that a perfect Rose should have
The flowers are magnificently made, extra-large, deep
and double. The buds are particularly beautiful anc
the fragrance delightful. The color is pure snow-white,
sometimes faintly tinged toward the center with pale
yellow. 15 cts.; field-grown, 35 cts.

Reine Marie Henriette. Bright cherry-red, of a
pure shade; a strong, vigorous grower. The most bril-
liant of climbers except Crimson Rambler. Field-
grown, 25 cts.

Washington. Of medium size, pure white, double;
blooms in clusters. Strong grower, quite hardy. Field-
grown, 25 cts. No small plants.

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Cut- Flower Department

|] UR trade in Cut-Flowers has grown so rapidly of late that we have been compelled to greatly

increase our facilities for growing and handling them. We ship everywhere, and can pack
flowers to arrive in good condition anywhere in the United States. We furnish them for
weddings, receptions, banquets, table and mantel decorations, funerals, the sick, presents

to friends, school commencements, Decoration Day, etc.
Frequently our friends are undecided as to what to order, or they may order flowers that

are not in season, or sometimes they order kinds that will not keep well. It is frequently
better for the customer to write us what the flowers are to be used for, and state the amount of money
to be expended, and then leave the selection to-us. In nearly every case we can give better satisfaction
than if we are restricted in what we send. Prices vary according to season, and it is impossible to give
fixed prices here. They usually cost about twice as much at Christmas, Easter, and Decoration Day as
on other occasions. In ordering funeral designs, always state the amount you wish to pay, and we will
send you as large and handsome pieces as we can afford for the money. If undecided what to order, we
will make the selection for you. We cannot recall any instance where we have failed to please. If ordered by
telegraph or telephone, flowers will be shipped C. O. D. When convenient to do so, it is much better to
order by telephone. We have four phones and can be reached at any time, night or day. During business
hours, cail for the store, Phone No. 23; at other times call for Phone No. 3384.

No orders accepted for Cut-Flowers for less than $1

Roses. We keep a good stock of Bride (white) and
Bridesmaid (pink) Roses almost the year round.
Price per doz., January 5 to Easter, $1.75 to $2.50;
Easter week, $2 to $3; April 15 to December 20, $1.25
to $1.75; December 20 to January 5, $2 to $3.50.

American Beauty Roses. Season August to June.
Price per doz., January 5 to Easter, $6 to $8; Easter
week, $7.50 to $10; April 15 to December 20, $4 to $6;
December 20 to January 5, $8 to $15. The price
ranges in accordance with the length of the stem.
Let us have your orders several days before time for
shipment, as we do not always have Beauties in stock.

Carnations, Faney and New Sorts. Season,
October to June. The most popular of cut-flowers and
one of the best keepers. Price per doz., January 5 to
Easter, $1 to $1.25; Easter week, $1 to $1.75; April 15
to December 20, 50 cts. to $1; December 20 to January
5, $1 to $2.

Asters. Season from August 1 to September 15.

These are the best summer flowers, as they are the
best keepers. 50 cts. to $1 per doz.

Chrysanthemums. Season from October 10 to
December 10. Fine specimens, measuring 8 and 10
inches in diameter, best colors, per doz., medium, $1.50;
large, $2.50; monsters, $4.

Calla Lilies. December to June. $2.50 to $3 per doz.

Paper White Narcissus. November to Easter.
60 cts. to $1 per doz.

Roman Hyacinths. November to Easter. 50 cts.
to $1 per doz.

Dutch Hyacinths. March to Easter. $1.50 to $2
per doz.

Lily-of-the-Valley.
to $1 per doz.

Violets, in season, at market prices. 15 cts. to 25 cts.
per bunch of 25 blooms.

Any of the above made into bouquets, with fern,
on request, without extra charge.

September to June. 75 cts.

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We furnish sufficient ferns for ordinary purposes
with flowers free of charge, but should an extra amount
be needed, it can be obtained at the following prices:

Asparagus Sprays. 10 cts. each; strings, $1.

Ferns. 15 cts. per doz.; fancy, 25 cts. per doz.

Smilax. 25 cts. to 30 cts. per string.

Boxes of Assorted Flowers. $1, $2, $3, $4, $5 and
upward, as wanted. Sent to any address with your
card enclosed, if so ordered.

Other Flowers in Season. At market rates.

Bouquets and Baskets for weddings, school com-
mencements. presents, receptions, etc.

Hand and Table Bouquets. Small, $1 to $1.50
each; medium to large, $2 to $5 and upward.

Gents’ Buttonhole Bouquets. Io cts. to 25 cts.
each, $1 to $2 per doz., $5 to $12 per Ioo.

Ladies’ Corsage Bouquets. Choice flowers, grace-
fully arranged. 50 cts. to $3 each. Special rate in
quantities.

Fancy Basket of Cut-Flowers. Small to medium,
$1.50 to $3; medium to large, $3.50 to $5; extra fine,
$6.50 to $10 and upward to order. Special table designs,
etc., at reasonable rates.

Sprays or Bunches of Choice Roses tied with
Ribbon. Small, $3 to $4; medium, $4 to $5; large,
$6 to $8; extra large, $9 to $12.

Bunches of American Beauty Roses. $3 to $15
and over, according to season.

Sprays or Bunches of White Lilies. Small size,
$4 to $5; medium, $6 to $8; large, $8 to $10; extra large,
$12 to $15.

Sprays of Carnations.
and larger, if needed.

Sprays of Roses and Carnations combined. $3,
$4, $5, $6, $8, $10, to any size needed.

Fresh Sago Palm Leaves, with sprays or loose,
75 cts., $1, to $1.50 each; extra according to size.

Sweet Peas. Season March to June. 75 cts. to $2
per I0o.

Cape Jasmine. May I0 to June Io. 25 cts. to 50c.
per doz.

Cape Jasmine, Grandiflora. Extra large, 50 cts.
to 75 cts. per doz.

BRIDES’ BOUQUETS

The most popular kind is the large, round bouquet
of white roses with a shower of lily-of-the-valley,
made with a profusion of asparagus, and narrow
eniffon ribbon or silk fiber. Small, $6 to $7.50; medium,
$8 to $10; large, $12 to $15.

Same bouquet in solid lily-of-the-valley instead of
oS Small, $8 to $10; medium, $1io to $12; large, $15
to $18.

Arm Bouquets for Brides. Made with white roses
and asparagus. $3, $5, $7.50.

Arm Bouquet of Chrysanthemums. $3, $5, $7.50.

Arm Bouquet of Carnations. $2, $4, $6.

Bridesmaid Bouquets are the same as the Brides’
Arm Bouquets, except that they are usually of pink or
some other color than white.

Ribbon is furnished with the bouquetsat these prices.
Should you wish to furnish your own ribbon, let us
know and we will put the price of the ribbon in extra
flowers. Ribbon is always wrapped in a separate
package in box, to prevent getting soiled.

FUNERAL EMBLEMS

Any size or style can be furnished at short notice.
Below are named the kinds mostly used. Following are
the leading standard and new designs:

Anchors. $2.50, $3, $4; $5, $6.50, $8, $10.

Large Anchors. On reclining stand. $9, $12, $15.

Broken Wheel. A large and beautiful design, in-
dicative of a broken life. A very delicately arranged
and appropriate design. $t1o, $15, $30.

Broken Column. A very tasty design, ranging
from 24 to 60 inches in height. Flowers are worked
on to the design in a spiral form. $15, $25, $35, $50.

$2, $3, $4, $5, $6, to $8

Bells, for Weddings. $10, $15, $20, $25.

Cross. $3, $4, $5, $7.50, $10, $15, $20.

Cross, Standing or Reclining. On base. $6, $8,
$12, $20.

Cross, Maltese. $4, $6, $8, $10, $15.

Casket Cross. $5, $7.50.

Cross, Slanting. $3.50, $5.

Crescent Wreath. $4, $7.50, $10.

Clock. A magnificent design. $25.

Cross and Crown. On base. $10, $15.

Faith, Hope and Charity. Anchor, cross and.
heart on base. A very beautiful and appropriate design.
$10, $15.

Gates Ajar. The most showy of all designs and one
which is widely used. Even the smallest sizes make an
excellent show. It is composed of a base, two posts,
an arch overhead, and gates to swing in the center.
$15, $20, $25, $35, $50.

Heart, Open Center. $3, $5, $7.50, $10, $15.

Heart, Closed. $5, $7.50, $12.50, $25.

Hearts, Double. For weddings, etc. $7.50, $10.

Horseshoe. $5, $7.50, $12.50.

Horseshoe and Horn of Plenty. An excellent de-
sign to symbolize good will and good luck, used as
openings, etc. $15, $25.

Horn of Pienty. On base. $5, $7.50, $10.

Harp. A very pretty piece, having a striking effect;
with gilded or purple strings. Flat or on base, $4, $5,
$7.50, $10, $15, $25.

Ladder. $12, $15, $20.

Lyre. A beautiful piece, similar to the harp in effect,
but different in make-up; gilden strings. A very popular
design. Flat or on base, $4, $5, $7.50, $10.

Masonic Emblem, Square and Compass in
Wreath. $10, $15.

Open Book. $15, $20, $25.

Odd Fellows Design, Three Links. $10, $15.

Scroll with any letters desired in purple or white.
$20, $25, $35.

Shield, on base. $10, $15, $25.

Sickle. $3, $5, $7.50.

Sickle and Sheaf of Wheat. $5, $7.50, $Io.

Sheaf of Wheat. $1, $2, $3, $5.

Sheaf of Wheat with Cycas leaves and sprays of
flowers. $5, $7.50

Star. In any colors. $5, $7.50, $10.

Star and Crescent. Standing. $7.50, $1o.

Triangle. $3, $5, $7.50.

Wreaths. The universal favorite. $3, $5, $7.50,
$10, $12.50, $15, $25.

White Doves. Natural, stuffed, used on many
designs and for numerous other purposes. Per quality,
$2, $2.50, and $3 each.

Small White Birds. 75 cts. each.

Preserved Cyeas Wreaths. These will keep for
several months in goed condition when placed on a
grave. $2, $3, $5.

Preserved Palm Leaves. 20 cts., 25 cts., 35 cts.

Artificial Palms. $1, $2, $4, $6, $10.

Metal Designs. Will keep indefinitely; very pretty
flowers in metal and glass from $1.50 to $7.

Draperies in Autumn Leaves, Holly, Smilax.
Artificial, in strings.

We have an excellent line of Ribbons, Chiffon, Silk
Cord, for all purposes, at reasonable prices.

HOLIDAY GOODS

Holly. Well-berried. 35 cts. per lb.

Holly Wreaths. 35 cts. to 50 cts., according to size.

Mistletoe. 25 cts. per lb., $2 per bbl.; by express
only; add 15 cts. for packing; these prices are net.

Wild Smilax. For wall decorations. Price per bale,
40 lbs., $4.50, f. 0. b. shipping point; 2 bales, $8.

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Perennials and Herbaceous Plants

The demand for plants that will bloom year after year without having to be planted each spring is greatly

on the increase. After the ground is once prepared and planted, but little work is then required to keep them
growing and looking well. In fact, they usually multiply and get better and better each year. Besides being less
trouble than annual bedding plants, they are handsomer, less formal and can be had in greater variety. By a
judicious planting of perennials they can be had in bloom from early spring till late in the fall. The first cost
of the plants is usually a little more than that of the annual bedding plants, and they are not always just as showy
the first year, but in the long run they are cheaper and the results are more satisfactory. All plants offered in the
following list are hardy in the latitude of Fort Worth, that is, they will live outdoors all winter without protection,
and they will continue to bloom year after year. Most of them will get better as they get older. Of course they

must be cultivated.

AQUILEGIA

The beautiful Columbine so well known to travelers
in Colorado. Prefers a rich, sandy soil, in a sunny, yet
sheltered place in the garden. Strong plants, 25 cts.

AMARYLLIS

All the Amaryllis are grand flowers, perfectly adapted
to our climate. If planted where they will not be dis-
turbed for several years, they will produce crops of
bloom that are simply magnificent.

Equestris (The Eagle Lily). This is entirely differ-
ent from the other varieties of Amaryllis. The flower in
shape and size resembles the Lilium candidum. The
color isa brick-red, quite distinct and novel. $1 per doz.

Formosissima (Jacobean Lily). Crimson velvety
blooms; the plants flower early in summer. 20 cts.

Fine Hybrids of Johnsonii. These are very showy
and admirably adapted for pot culture or for outdoors,
blooming almost every two months. The flowers are
brilliant vermilion, striped with white. One of the
surest blooming species. Note our reduced prices this
year. Strong bulbs, 50 cts.; large bulbs, 75 cts.

Belladonna major. Flowers white, flushed and
tipped with deep rose; a most chaste and dainty color.
Blooms profusely and multiplies rapidly. Sure to
please. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.

BRILLIANT CANNAS.

Cannas should have rich soil and plenty of water, and
should be planted in a bed by themselves, or with such
plants as bananas and caladiums.

Price, unless noted, 10 cts. each, $1 per doz. Ii
large quantities are wanted, write for special
prices.

Alphonse Bouvier. Green foliage; color bright
crimson. flowers large. A grand red. 6 feet.

Austria. Massive clumps, 6 to 7 feet high. Plants
set out early in the season will, before midsummer,
form clumps with 20 to 30 strong stems, each stem
surmounted by tall spikes of golden yellow flowers
standing upright like immense lilies.

Black Beauty. In the large display of Cannas at
the Pan-American Exposition probably no variety
attracted so much attention and proved so effective
as Black Beauty; and, while its flowers are small and
insignificant, the massive foliage of the plant is of such
an intense rich color as at once to place it at the head
of the list of ornamental bedding plants, where foliage
or subtropical effect is wanted. The plant grows 5 to 6
feet high, with foliage of the richest glistening bronzy
purple color, shaded with black, leaves have peculiar
crimped, wavy margins. 20cts.each, $2 per doz.

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CANNAS, continued

Charles Henderson. A splendid, dwarf, compact
grower, throwing up erect, compact heads of bloom of
immense size. Color dark crimson, center of the
flowers marked with gold pencilings.

Egandale. Bronze foliage; strong, compact flower-
spikes; color currant-red. The finest Canna of its
eolor: 4 feet.

Florence Vaughan. A grand yellow, of bright gol-
den shade, heavily dotted with red; very broad petals,
forming an elegant flower.

Italia. Flowers nearly as large as those of Austria;
bright golden yellow, with a large blotch of bright
scarlet on each petal, in the style of Queen Charlotte,
but the lower petal is usually 2 inches wide.

King Humbert. King of all Cannas. In this grand
new Italian Canna we have a combination of the high-
est type of flower with the finest bronze foliage. Its
flowers, which, under ordinary cultivation, will measure
6 inches in diameter, and which are produced in heavy
trusses of gigantic size, are of a brilliant orange-scarlet
with bright red markings, while the foliage is broad and
massive, and of a rich coppery bronze, with brownish
green markings. Bold and effective. Makes a gorgeous
effect when planted in mass. 5 feet. 30 cts. each, $3
per doz.

Mad. Crozy. Immense flower-heads of the deepest
vermilion; gold-bordered; petals very wide. Foliage
green. It is the standard Canna. 4 feet.

Paul Marquant. Green foliage; strong flower-
spikes; large flowers; a deep salmon-color, smoothly
shaded orange; petals are wide. 4% feet.

Queen Charlotte. The center of the flower is
bright scarlet, bordered with a wide band of pure gold
encircling each petal, which produces a very novel and

beautiful effect.
DAHLIAS

The Dahlia is one flower in which it seems that al-
most perfection has been reached. For this reason
perhaps it is somewhat neglected. In Texas, if strong
roots be planted early, they can be had in bloom as
early as May 1, and will continue to bloom until winter.
Last fall our Dahlias bloomed until the end of Novem-
ber. Strong roots of leading varieties, 20 cts. each, $2
per doz. After April 1, pot-plants, 75 cts. per doz.

Countess of Lonsdale. An exquisite shade of rich
salmon.

A. D. Livoni. Very valuable as the best clear pink.
Magnificently formed flowers, perfectly full, double, of
a beautiful soft pink. The petals are quilled, of fine
substance and closely formed about the center.

M. D. Hallock. Pure yellow, full and free-flowering.

KRIEMHILDE DAHLIA

SHASTA DAISIES

Clifford W. Bruton. The finest clear yellow decor-
ative Dahlia in existence. The flowers are immense in
size, 5 to 6 inches across, perfectly full and double, like
a chrysanthemum. Rich, deep lemon-yellow flowers
are produced on tall, stiff stems, making them very
desirable for cutting. An early and very free bloomer.

Arabella. Pale primrose, tipped old-rose and laven-
der.

Dainty. Well named both for color and form; the
ground color is lemon-yellow, which extends through
nearly one-half of the flower, where it shades off to a
soft, glowing golden rose, with a slight tip of yellow at
the point of each petal. 30 cts.

Henry Patrick. A superb white of large size.

Frank Smith. Rich dark purplish maroon, tipped
pinkish white; blooms early and continuously until
frost.

Bon Ton. Deep rich garnet.

Kriemhilde. The most popular Dahlia today.
In color it is of a brilliant pink, gradually shading
lighter to the center, which is at first a creamy white,
changing to pure white, of sturdy habit, free growth,
producing freely and continuously its exquisite blooms
on long stems, making it an ideal flower for cutting. 30c

Miss May Lomas. Waxy white, edged soft rosy
lavender.

Mrs. Hartong. Rich golden bronze.

Standard Bearer. Rich fiery scarlet.

White Swan. Fine pure white. One of the best of
the show varieties.

Wm. Agnew. Vivid glowing scarlet.

Hardy Giant Daisy, The Shasta

Luther Burbank, who has originated so many
wonderful new fruits, has turned his attention to
flowers, and has astonished the floral world with a Daisy
which seems to surpass anything he has ever produced
in fruit. It is a perfectly hardy perennial that will be
a great addition to bedding plants and to cut-flowers.
The plants grow fast and increase rapidly. It is a fine
bloomer. A bed of these giant white Daisies in full
bloom is a sight worth seeing. The flowers measure 34
to 4 inches across, and are borne on stems 18 inches to
2 feet long. They have two rows of long, broad white
petals and a yellow center. The foliage grows near the
ground and the numerous long, slender-stemmed white
flowers rise most gracefully amid the bed of green. It
is a wonderfully effective bedding plant, blooming
all through the spring and summer months. The flow-
ers keep in water for two weeks. Io cts. each, $1 per doz.

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DELPHINIUMS

FUNKIA (Plantain Lily)

The Plantain Lilies are among the easiest plants to
manage; their broad, massive foliage makes them at-
tractive subjects for the border even when not in flower.
They deserve extensive cultivation. 15 cts. each, $1.50
per doz.

DELPHINIUMS (Hardy Larkspurs)

These are deservedly one of the most popular sub-
jects in the hardy border; attractive and highly pre-
possessing plants of easiest culture; perfectly hardy.
They will establish themselves in almost any garden
soil, but respond quickly to liberal treatment. Plant
early in spring in well-enriched, deep soil in a sunny
position. Cut out the old flower-spikes as soon as they
have finished flowering, and an almost continuous dis-
play of bloom will be the result. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.

GAILLARDIA GRANDIFLORA

(Blanket Flower)

Of all hardy perennials perhaps the Gaillardia is the
most satisfactory. Begins to bloom in early summer
and continues until after first frosts. Plant is per-
fectly hardy, requiring no protection whatever. Flow-
ers are 2 to 3 inches in diameter, with center of brown-
ish red, while petals are shaded into rings of orange,
crimson and red. Does well in any soil. Io cts. each,
$1 per doz.

GYPSOPHILA PANICULATA

A beautiful old-fashioned plant, possessing a grace
not found in any other perennial, and attracting the
eye of every one. When in bloom, during August and
September, it forms a symmetrical mass, 2 to 3 feet in
height, and as much through, of minute pure white
flowers, forming a beautiful gauze-like appearance.
For cutting purposes it is exquisite; especially in com-
bination with high-colored flowers, and some most
lovely effects can be produced with it. 20 cts.

HEMEROCALLIS

The well-known yellow Day Lily. Perfectly adapted
to our climate and conditions, and should be used ex-
tensively. A few of these planted in the border will
multiply rapidly and in a few years will furnish a great
mass of bloom. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.

HOLLYHOCK

An old-fashioned favorite of a most ornamental
character. The flowers, which are as elegant as a
Camellia, form perfect rosettes of the most lovely
shades of yellow, orange, pink, red, etc. They require
a deep, rich soil and will repay in quantity and beauty
of bloom any extra care. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.

IRIS KAEMPFERI

This new Iris from Japan rivals the lily in stateli-
ness, the peony in majestic beauty, the orchid in mar-
velous delicacy and blending of colors, the chrysanthe-
mum in profusion, and surpasses almost every plant in
size and kingly magnificence of its flowers. Think of
a plant sending up to the height of 3 feet a dozen
flower-spikes, each spike bearing from two to four
enormous blossoms 8 to 10 inches across and of the
most delicate and beautiful colors, markings and
combinations. Think of a bed of all colors,—white,
indigo, violet, lavender, mauve, sky-blue, royal purple,
blush, yellow, etc. Your imagination can conceive of
nothing grander, and when you see them you will realize
that they are infinitely more beautiful than your imagi-
nation could portray. The Iris does best in a rich,
moist situation with plenty of manure and water. We
offer eleven fine named varieties of the following colors;
White, purple, violet, mauve, magenta, etc. Named
varieties, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.; mixed varieties, un-
named, 15 cts. each, $1.25 per doz.

Double

Antelope. White ground, flaked, blotched crimson.

Blue Danube. Deep indigo-blue; violet shading.

Gold Bound. Pure white; one of the best.

Pyramid. Lilac-blue, veined, white center each
petal.

Spotted Beauty. Wavy, double silky white, spotted
with violet-crimson.

Single

Apollo. Pure white, pink center.

Lavender Queen. Fine lavender.

Mirage. Light pink, suffused with light blue.
Mars. Reddish purple, striped and blotched white.
Plume. White, slightly suffused with blue, violet

veins. Center deep lilac.
Snowbound. Large pure white, with golden bands.

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IRIS GERMANICA

The true ‘‘Fleur-de-Lis,’’ the national flower of
France. It is perfectly hardy, thrives anywhere, grows
and blooms luxuriantly, particularly if plentifully sup-
plied with water, or if planted in moist situations, as on
banks of ponds, etc. Plants well established produce
from 50 to 100 spikes of bloom, deliciously fragrant and
fine for cutting. In beauty the flowers rival the finest
orchids, colors ranging through richest yellows, intense
purples, delicate blues, soft mauves, beautiful claret-
reds, white, primroses and bronzes of every imaginable
shade. Fine named varieties, Io cts. each, $1 per doz.;
mixed, 75 cts. per doz.

Alvelrea. Upright petals light blue, falls brilliant
purple, blue, flaked and feathered.

Candicans. Light lavender; fall reddish purple.

Mad. Chereau. Pure white, edged with azure-blue;
falls deep white, with blue penciling.

Neclecta. Uprights fine blue; falls deep blue. Large
flowers.

Queen of the Gypsies. Dusky light bronze; falls
purplish red.

Souvenir. Uprights brilliant yellow; falls freely
veined network of yellow, buff and purple.

Fragrance. White, edged with blue; falls white,
with blue penciling.

Innocence. White, edged with blue.

IRIS HISPANICA (spanish Iris)

The true value of this Iris appears to have
been. overlooked in this country. The great
diversity of color and its being equally adapted
for gentle forcing and massing in beds make it
one of the most useful bulbs to plant. All colors,
ranging from pure white to all shades of blue
and yellow, 25 cts. per doz., $1.50 per I0o.

LILIUM CANDIDUM

READY IN SEPTEMBER

The peerless white Lily, queen of the garden.
Although old and common, this is still one of the
finest single clear white flowers in cultivation,
and no garden, however small, should be without
at least one plant of this beautiful variety. It
should be planted in the fall. 20 cts. each, $2
per doz.

LATHYRUS LATIFOLIUS

(Everlasting, or Hardy Sweet Pea)

A rampant plant, with long-winged stems and
tendril-bearing glaucous green leaves. Flowers
varying from white to various shades of rose and
purple, large and very showy, borne in clusters on
slender stems. Very hardy and of the easiest culture,
thriving in almost any soil. Needs lots of space. 25 cts.
each, $2.50 per doz.

LOBELIA CARDINALIS

Deep scarlet flowers on spikes 2 to 3 feet tall, strong
plants often producing ten to fifteen spikes. Very
showy and effective in summer and fall. 20 cts.

PEONIES

Magnificent hardy plants, almost rivaling the rose in
brilliancy of color and perfection of bloom. They thrive
in almost any soil or situation, and when planted in
large clumps on the lawn make a magnificent display
of flower and foliage. Some of the varieties are very
fragrant. They are perfectly hardy, require little or no
care and produce larger and finer blooms when well
established. Peonies are not grown extensively in Texas
partly because they are not known, but chiefly because
their nature and requirements are not understood, and
hence but poor success has often been the result. They
like rich soil and plenty of water, and do best where
sheltered from the evening sun. They have to be well
established in the ground before they will produce many

blooms, hence they will not give much satisfaction the
first season. It will be well to water them and cultivate
them thoroughly the first year.

Achille. Fine, large 5-inch bloom, very floriferous,
opens light flesh-colored pink, finishing blush-white,
with an occasional creamy spot; somewhat resembling
an immense carnation. An excellent variety for all
purposes. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz.

Andre Lauries. Rosy red; very free late-bloomer;
an old, well-known variety, considered very useful;
probably the most widely planted of any Peony. 35 cts.
each, $3.50 per doz.

Baron James de Rothschild. Guards a lively rose
with deep rose and salmon center; a very free bloomer.
50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

Festiva alba. Popular white for cutting. 35 cts.e.

Festiva maxima. This is not only the finest white
in existence, but in most quarters is regarded as the
queen of all the Peonies. Mr. Harrison says: ‘“‘ This
flower has reached the ultimate beyond which we
cannot go.’ It combines enormous size with wondrous
beauty, often 7 to 8 inches in diameter. Color snow-
white, flecked with an occasional clear purple spot on
edge of center petals. In addition it is very fragrant;
a glorious flower, impossible to describe; magnificent.
75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz.

Fragrans. Deep pink. 35 cts. each.

IRIS HISPANICA

Lady Bramwell. Silver rose. 35 cts. each.

Pulcherrima. Large violet-pink; center shaded
with salmon; imbricated; an old standby. 35 cts. each,
$3.50 per doz.

Queen Victoria. Large, full, compact bloom;
opens flesh-white, changing to pure white; center petals
tipped with carmine spots; a grand white Peony for
any purpose. More of this is being planted for cut
fevers than any other variety. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per

Oz.

Reevesiana. Dark purplish rose; center bright rose,
flesh and white. 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz.

Officinalis rubra. The old-fashioned early, deep
crimson variety of our grandmothers’ gardens. 35 cts.
each, $3.50 per doz.

Officinalis rosea. Very large, well-formed bloom.
Color deep pink. Very brilliant and effective. 35 cts.
each, $3.50 per doz.

Unnamed, but good plants, of all colors, white,
vellow, pink, red and purplish. A good assortment.
30 cts. each, $3 per doz.

MrT. PLEASANT, TEXAS, Nov. 10, 1907.
Please send catalogue I want to order some roses, and
other flowers and plants. Some ladies from here have ordered
from your firm and are so well pleased.
Mrs, ALICE KEENEY

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PINKS

A race dwarfer than the carnation, growing about I
foot in height. The flowers are various shades of ma-
roon, carmine, and rose, beautifully laced and banded
on white ground; they are perfectly double and clove-
scented. The plants will stand outdoors year after year,
being entirely hardy. 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz.;
field-grown clumps, I5 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.

HARDY or PERENNIAL PHLOX

The Hardy Phlox is growing in favor more rapidly
every year. It will be planted very extensively this
season. For hardy clumps or brilliantly colored masses
of flowers on the lawn or among shrubbery, Hardy
Perennial Phlox takes the very first rank. The great
showy heads of bloom are produced in gorgeous pro-
fusion from midsummer until checked by frost. Last

summer was the hottest and driest for many years, yet -

our Hardy Phlox continued to bloom beautifully all
through the season. Io cts. each, $1 per doz.; field-
grown clumps, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.

Athis. Deep clear salmon. Some claim this to be
the showiest variety in cultivation.

Beauty. Bright lavender-rose, with large, deep
red eye; extra fine.
Beranger. Ground color white, delicately suffused

with rosy pink and distinct amaranth-red eye; very
dainty.

Coquelicot. Medium. A pure orange-scarlet, with
crimson eye. The finest and brightest standard red.

Eclaireur. Medium. Brilliant rosy magenta, with
large, lighter halo; enormous florets. An excellent
variety.

Independence. An excellent large-flowering early
white; none better. An exceptional variety. Blooms
all summer.

Jeanne d’Are. Tall. Pure ivory-white, branching to
form a compact mass of purest white; late.

Maculata. Deep pure lavender flowers; very showy
in permanent borders. A great and grand acquisition
to the Hardy Phlox, the showiest of all the varieties.

Pantheon. Medium. Large, clear, bright pink.

R. P. Struthers. Showy in the extreme; a bright,
clear cherry-red, with distinct claret eye. Produces a
mass of color that nothing can approach except Macu-
lata, and they are very distinct varieties.

The Pearl. Tall. Pure immaculate white; late.

PYRETHRUM ULIGINOSUM
(Great Ox-Eye Daisy)

Stout, upright plants, 4 to 5 feet high, with beautiful,
fern-like foliage; large flowers, 2 to 3 inches across,
white, with bright yellow center; long stems which are
splendid for cutting purposes; very choice. August to
October 15)cts:

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PERENNIAL PHLOX

RUDBECKIA LACINIATA

(Golden Glow)

A hardy perennial plant, growing 8 feet high, branch-
ing freely and bearing by the hundreds, on long, grace-
ful stems, exquisite double blossoms of the brightest
golden color, and as large as cactus dahlias. As cut-
flowers, the blossoms last well. In fine, we unhesita-
tingly regard it as the most desirable introduction
among hardy perennials since we got Clematis panicu-
lata It is the most effective flowering plant in cultiva-
tion for August and September. Strong plants, which
will bloom freely this season, 5c. each, $1.50 per doz.

SPIREA HYBRIDA, GLADSTONE

Hendsome, light green foliage, surmounted by im-
mense branched panicles of small creamy white flowers.
Very dainty and attractive. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz.

STOKESIA CYANEA (Corn Flower Aster)

This beautiful hardy perennial plant is not quite yet
so well known as it should and deserves to be. No
garden, large or small, should be without it. Asa
single specimen or group in the hardy border it makes
for itself a place that cannot be filled by any other hardy
plant, while for beds or masses of any size it ranks with
the phlox, peony and iris. It is of the easiest culture,
succeeding in any open, sunny position. The plants
grow from 18 to 24 inches high and begin flowering
in July, continuing without interruption till late in
October to produce their handsome lavender-blue,
centaurea-like blossoms which are highly valuable
for cutting, supplying a shade of color not over plen-
tiful at any season of the year. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per

doz.
TRITOMA

Pfitzeri. A superb variety, very free-blooming.
Color a rich, brilliant orange. Of medium height, and
will bloom from summer until fall. 35 cts. each, $3.50
per doz.

Uvaria grandiflora. (Common Red-Hot Poker).
Orange-red spike thrown well above the foliage. 4 to 5
teet. August and September. 25c.each, $2.50 per doz.

TUBEROSE, MEXICAN SINGLE

Of late years we have been slow to offer novelties
to our customers as so many of them have proved a
disappointment; novelties that often have real merit
and are desirable in Europe or the North, but are not
suited to the peculiar conditions of our climate in the
Southwest. The Mexican Tuberose, however, is a
native of the Southwest, and is perfectly at home in
our climate. It grows on tall, stiff stems; flowers
pure white, single and delightfully fragrant, with-
stands all kinds of wind and weather and can usually
be left in the ground all winter, except in latitudes
north of Fort Worth, where it would be safest to take
the bulbs up in the fall and store them in the cellar
during the winter. They begin blooming the first of
June and are a mass of white until cut down by frosts.
It is one Tuberose that never blights, and the smallest
bulb blooms the first season, and generally throws up
from five to fifteen flower-stalks. When the first flowers
are open, if the stalk is cut and put in a vase of water,
it increases the size and whiteness of the flowers. The
first stay fresh until all on the spike have opened. It
improves for a week and will keep ten days. It pays to
give them good cultivation and plenty of water. Io cts.
each, 75 cts. per doz., $5 per 100.

Double Tuberose, Dwarf Pearl. This is the well-
known double Tuberose, and needs no description.
5 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz.

WALLFLOWER

The old-fashioned flower ot our grandmother’s
garden. Flowers rich sulphur-yellow. We have both
the single and double. Field-grown plants, 15 cts.
each, $1.50 per doz

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General Collection of Greenhouse and Bedding Plants

Abutilons

Beautiful and very popular plants of easy culture,
growing from 2 to 3 feet high. They are fine for bed-
ding out during the summer, being a mass of bloom
all the while. If kept in pots in summer, they will
bloom very freely in the winter. They cannot be too
highly recommended, being entirely free from insects
of every kind, and will thrive with but little attention.

Prices, 10 cts. each, $1 per doz.

Erecta. Delicate satiny pink.

Eclipse. Trailing variety. Fine for vases; foliage.

Golden Bells. Golden yellow.

Mad. Choubert. Deep rose. Extra.

Arthur Belsham. Large red.

Rosaflora. Bright, clear pink.

Royal Scarlet. Rich red.

Yellow Globe. Globe-shaped yellow.

Ageratum, Stella Gurney

It isundoubtedly the finest Ageratum yet introduced.
Color a deep, even blue, and literally forming a sheet of
bloom all summer. Dwarf and compact in growth. One
of the best bedding plants to date, and equally valuable
for baskets and vases. 10 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz.

Anthericum variegatum

Valuable as a decorative plant, being suitable either
for the greenhouse, parlor or dining-table. The foliage
is bright grass-green, beautifully striped and margined
with creamy white. 15 cts.

Aloysia citriodora (Lemon Verbena)

A shrubby plant, with fragrant, lemon-scented leaves
useful in bouquets and vases of cut-flowers; can be
kept from year to year in increasing beauty. I0 cts.

Aspidistra lurida

A very useful and durable decorative plant of strong
growth; will succeed in any position; an excellent hall
or corridor plant. 50 cts., 75 cts. and $1 each.

Alyssum, Sweet

A useful class of plants for hanging baskets, vases,
pots, bedding out or winter blooming, producing fra-
grant white flowers in great abundance. It continues
to bloom the entire season, and is easily cultivated.
One of the most useful of summer flowers. I0 cts. each,
50 cts. per doz.

Antirrhinum (Snapdragon)

We offer this year an unusually fine lot of Antir-
rhinums, seedlings from seed saved from the finest and
most beautiful flaked, mottled and striped varieties in
cultivation. Io cts. each, 50 cts. per doz.

Alternanthera

Aurea nana. Bright golden yellow under the sun of

summer; very dwarf and compact. 10 cts. each, 50 cts.
per doz.
_ Paronychioides major. This and A. aurea nana
torm the two great bedding varieties of Alternanthera
for this climate. Leaves crimson, green and straw-
color. I0 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz.

Araucaria excelsa (Norfolk Island Pine)

The dark green branches are arranged in symmetrical
whorls, Give the same treatment as any ordinary house
plant, in regard to soil, watering, heat and yentilation,

and, in addition, syringe the foliage freely evety day
with fresh water. Must be sent by express; too large to
mail. 12 inches, $1.50; 18 to 20 inches, $3.

Asparagus

Plumosus nanus. One of the handsomest of our
foliage plants. The leaves are bright green, gracefully
arched, and as finely woven as the finest silken mesh.
Their lasting qualities when cut are remarkable; they
retain their freshness for weeks, hence the plant ranks
as the most valuable plant we have for bouquets, sur-
passing maidenhair fern in grace, fineness of texture
and richness of color. 15 cts., 25 cts.and 50 cts.

Sprengeri. A most desirable new species, especially
useful to grow as a pot-plant for decorative purposes or
for planting in suspended baskets; the fronds are fre-
quently 4 feet long, of a rich shade of green, and most
useful for cutting, retaining their freshness for weeks
after being cut. It will make an excelient house plant,
as it withstands dry atmosphere, and will succeed in
almost any position. The most satisfactory basket plant
we know of. Buy one and you will be pleased with it.
Strong, young plants, 15 cts.; larger, 25 cts.; extra
large, 50 cts. and $1.

Aster (Summer Chrysanthemum)

Beautiful, summer-blooming, chrysanthemum-like
flowers of all shades of blue, pink, crimson and white.
Mixed colors, from best strains. Io cts. each, 50 cts.
per doz.

Azalea Indica

A greenhouse plant, with flowers unsurpassed in
beauty, of rich color, and borne in large clusters above
the small leaves. The plants bloom from January to
April. If selection is left to us, we cannot fail to please.
Our stock of single and double Azaleas in white,
variegated or solid colors is unusually fine this year.
We offer large, fine plants, full of buds ready to open
into beautiful flowers, for from $1.50 up to $4.

ARAUCARIA EXCELSA

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BEGONIAS

Treated as Geraniums and many other pot-plants,
Begonias will be a failure. So many ladies have failed
with their Begonias that many of them are discouraged,
and do not care to be “‘ bothered with them any more.”
Yet, when once you learn their requirements, they can
be grown as easily as weeds. They need plenty of pot
room, good drainage, moist soil and atmosphere and
but little sun. Never put them in the sun or wind,
though they need light. Use two-thirds of rich, potting
soil and one-third coarse, clean sand. Water them
frequently, and sprinkle the benches or floor, or keep
a pan of water in the room to prevent the air from
becoming dry.

Prices of all varieties, except where noted,

10 cts. each, $1 per doz.

Alba picta. Very ornamental; has long, ear-shaped
medium-sized leaves of the darkest green, with silvery
spots.

Argentea guttata. A cross between Olbia and Alba
picta, with the silvery blotches of Alba picta and the
form and beauty of Olbia. Purple-bronze leaves, ob-
long in shape, with silvery markings; white flowers,
borne on the tips of stems.

Bertha. This is the freest-flowering Begonia we have.
It blooms the year round, makes a handsome window
plant, with its beautiful foliage and bright currant-red
flowers. 15 cts.

Marguerite. Somewhat like Metallica, but more
bushy in form; leaves bronzy green; large trusses of
light rose-colored flowers freely produced. A _ better
market variety than Metallica.

Metallica. A fine, erect-growing Begonia, with dark,
rough leaves; the surface is lustrous bronze-green,
vein depressed and dark red; a free bloomer. The
panicles of unopened buds are bright red, with a sur-
face like plush; when open, the flower is waxen pink.
A splendid house plant.

President Carnot. A remarkably strong-growing
variety, of stiff, upright habit; foliage very large;
flowers beautiful coral-red, in large, pendent panicles
similar to Rubra’s, but very much larger. 15 cts.

Rubra. This is one of the finest acquisitions to our
winter-flowering plants; the leaves are dark green, the
flowers large, ruby-red, glossy and wax-like. This
peculiarity is so marked that when plants are potted
singly in a room, their glossy appearance gives the idea
that they are artificial. Popular wherever known. tIoc.

Robusta. Bright rose and pure white. Coral-red
buds. This is a very desirable variety.

Vernon. This excellent variety is of unusual merit
as a bedding sort, flowering as freely when planted out

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as when grown asa pot-plant. It begins flowering when
first planted and continues throughout the whole season
until stopped by frost. Foliage rich, glossy green, often
shaded with deep bronze. The flowers on first opening
are deep red, changing to a beautiful clear rose when
fully open. It thrives everywhere, and is destined to
become one of the most popular bedding plants. 15 cts.

NEW TRAILING BEGONIA, MAJORIE DAW

This Begonia is distinct from all other Begonias, for
instead of growing upright, it droops. It bears great
clusters of large, shining pink flowers that droop from
the long stems, making a beautiful sight. For single-
specimen pot-plants, or for baskets and vases ‘‘ Marjorie
Daw” is proving one of the best. 20 cts.

REX BEGONIA, SPECULATA

Leaves are bright green, with a background of choco-
late; veins light pea-green, the whole leaf spotted with
silver. In bloom it is magnificent; the panicles, com-
posed of numerous individual pink blooms, are lifted
high and spray-like quite clear of the foliage. 20 cts.

Several other varieties of Rex Begonia, 25 cts. each

TUBEROUS-ROOTED BEGONIA

A ciass of bulbs that is now very popular, as their
coloring is bright and flowers large and lasting. They
do well in any ordinary living-room or conservatory,
and will send out masses of beautiful bright flowers.
They delight in a partially shaded location in soil com-
posed of leaf-mold, sand and well-rotted manure. Dry
bulbs, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Large plants, in bud
or bloom (after May 1). so cts.

Balsam

These are easy-growing annuals, free bloomers,
and well suited to this climate. Best varieties, mixed
colors, 5 cts. each, 40 cts. per doz.

Banana

The Banana makes a very showy tropical plant for
outdoor culture. It delights in rich soil and plenty of
water. The plants in this part of the states must be
taken up in winter and placed in pit or cellar. The
leaves may be cut off in winter. 50 cts. to $3 each,
according to size.

Caladium esculentum

One of the most striking ornamental foliage plants in
cultivation, either for pot or lawn planting, a full-sized
plant being 4 or 5 feet in height, with immense leaves.
The roots should be preserved in dry sand in the cellar
during winter. 25 cts.; extra large, 50 cts.

Fancy-leaved Caladiums

Among ornamental foliage plants none are more beau-
tiful in design or gorgeous in coloring than the Fancy-
leaved Caladiums. They are simply wonderful in the
colorings and markings of the leaves. Some idea of
the manner of these variegations may be formed from
an illustration, but an artist’s brush could not portray
the exquisite colors and marvelous combinations. One
variety may be regularly dotted with round, raised
spots of white on a ground of emerald-green; another be
ribbed with pink or scarlet and sprinkled with silver
spangles; while a third may be splashed and marbled
with white, or shaded almost black. As the tubers
become old, enormous specimens may be produced.
They are of special value for pot culture, and for win-
dow and piazza boxes. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.

Cestrum P arqui (Night-blooming Jasminc)

A plant of strong, shrubby growth, with small, green-
ish white blossoms, having a delightful odor, which is
dispensed freely during the night only; of easy culti-
vation. Makes a beautiful little shrub for pot culture,
and has been well tested by many years of culture; is
not so popular as to have become “‘common.” 15 Cts.
to 25 cts.

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CHRYSANTHEMUMS

The following list comprises the very cream of the many new and desirable varieties which were leading

prize-winners in the Chrysanthemum shows of New York, Chicago and other large cities.
Every year we cull out the poor sorts and keep the best
Nearly all the varieties will grow and bloom outdoors before severe
The later-blooming varieties, however, should be taken up, put in pots and kept in a light, mod-
In this way, some varieties may be kept in bloom until Christmas. Chrysan-

offered, we still have the best of our older varieties.
ones, so that we grow none but the best.
weather sets in.

erately warm room in cold weather.

Besides the new sorts

themums should have a very rich soil and a sunny location. Give plenty of water from the time the buds first

appear till they are in full bloom.

The plants should be pinched back while growing to give them good shape,

and all the weaker buds should be removed. To have plants blooming in the house, take them up and put them

in 6- or 8-inch pots any time during wet, cloudy weather in Seicuemilnes.

days until they begin growing.

They should be well shaded for a few

New Varieties of Chrysanthemums
Our selection from the following list, $1.50 per doz.

President Roosevelt. In naming this variety for
our chief executive, we wish to bestow honor to whom
honor is due. It is large in size, of a sturdy, short-jointed
growth and beautiful, Japanese incurved form. Its
color is unique but exceedingly beautiful, being white
ground, with light shell-pink center and on tips of each
petal, giving the entire bloom a light pink appearance
and is especially attractive under artificial light. Asa
cut-flower, either commercial, exhibition, or pot plant,
it has few equals. C.S. A. Certificate, silver medal at
Philadelphia, winner in class, ‘‘Best American Seed-
ling Judged from Commercial Point of View,” and Cer-
tificate at Indianapolis. 25 cts.

Clay Frick. An excellent grower and a fine bloomer,
having fine large blooms on stiff stems, heavily covered
with rich, dark foliage. This variety won several pre-
miums at the notable show in Chicago this year. One
of the finest new varieties. Pure white, incurved. 25c.

Golden Dome. The name very fitly
describes this magnificent new variety,
being a rich yellow, of globular shape. A
fine bloomer and good grower. Good for
either bedding or pot plants. 20 cts.

Tioga. A valuable variety. Its parents
are known throughout this country as
models among dwarf varieties. It inher-
ited their sturdy, short-jointed growth,
never exceeding 3 feet in height, irregular-
ly, reflexing petals, cupped at the tips,
forming a large bloom of great depth.
The stiff stem is covered with an abun-
dance of foliage close to the flower. It
possesses exceptional keeping qualities
and will rival the best as a commercial or
exhibition variety, either in pots or single
stem cut-bloom. 20 cts.

Miss Minnie Bailey. Possessing good
stem and foliage and surpassing Mrs.
Perrin in fullness, being fully double under
all conditions. Color bright pink, very
similar to that of Mrs. Perrin. A really
fine pink, and one which we are very glad
to add to our list. I5 cts.

Goacher’s Crimson. Bright crimson,

5 inches across; the finest of early Chrys-

anthemums for color and habit; beautiful

stem and foliage; also very fine for bed-
ding purposes. 15 cts.

Reine Wilhelmine. Very large, pure
pink, of dahlia-like form, but loosely ar-
ranged; a perfect beauty; very fine for
pot plants, or can be used to good ad-
vantage as cut-flowers. 20 cts.

San Souci. An enormous bronze and
gold; mammoth in size, with small, hair-
like petals. A very fine addition to our
list of Chrysanthemums. A new sort
which we are sure will please. 20 cts.

Dr. Enguehard. Japanese incurved.
One of the best introductions of recent
years. Has been awarded highest honors
wherever exhibited. Color a true pink,
without the least trace of purple. Stem

Equaily valuable for exhibition or
Perfectly double. Every flower

and foliage perfect.
commercial purposes.
is perfect. 15 cts.

Mrs. J. A. Miller. One of the largest of last year’s
novelties and this was fully demonstrated at the ex-
hibitions, as it was a leader in most of the best collec-
tions. Brick-red color; a dwarf, sturdy grower. 20c.

Clementine Troussett. Among our new Chrysan-
themums we know of none which is such a valuable
addition to our list as Clementine Troussett. It is one
of the largest and blooms at a date which makes it
remarkable, having received the C. S.A. Certificate
on October 8. It is a creamy white, of good form, and
is fine either as a pot or yard plant, or when used for
cut-flowers. 20 cts.

Chrysanthemiste Leroux. A _ splendid yellow,
deep canary color; florets twisting and reflexing; splen-
did habit and foliage. 15 cts.

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Mrs. George Beech. This is truly a fine sort, of
immense size and beautiful color, being a deep golden
yellow. It is a true sport from the white variety, Mrs.
Swineburn, and, as Mr. Hill says, is “‘the only yellow
sport from a white variety that we have ever seen,
having this deep, brilliant color.’ It is of exquisite
form, having perfect, incurving petals, forming a globu-
lar-shaped flower. One of the finest. 20 cts.

Chrysanthemiste Montigny. A very large, globu-
lar, close incurved with rather narrow petals; yellow,
with light lacings of red on the edges of the petals.
Midseason. Truly a grand sort. 20 cts.

Mrs. Wm. Duckham. Won the C. S. A. cup at
Boston. A grand golden yellow, reflexing variety,
without doubt, the finest yellow Chrysanthemum in-
troduced this past season. Very large and a fine, rich
color, having a fine thread of red on the edge of each

petal, but which becomes pure yellow as it matures.
A most wonderful keeper when used for cut-flowers. It
grows very dwarf, averaging 3 feet. It blooms about
midseason. 15 cts.

Convention Hall. This variety is said to be the
finest white Chrysanthemum that has been yet pro-
duced. It took the $200 prize at the Kansas City Show
in 1901. The center petals are very broad and closely
incurving, tubular ray florets. The stock has been very
scarce and the plants are still rare. 25 cts.

Col. D. Appleton. A very large, deep golden yellow
Japanese incurved flower of fine finish and form.
Excellent stem, with foliage up to the flower, and an
easy grower. Terminal bud only. This variety was in
nearly all the prize-winning collections last fall, and is
one of the best commercial varieties introduced.
I5 cts.

General Collection of Chrysanthemums
“Ghe Cream of the Old and the New Chrysanthemums

Price, 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz,
These include many of the best high-priced varieties, but the selection for bargain collections must always

be left to us.

WHITE

Ivory. A splendid dwarf, early white, of great sub-
stance and durability. The flowers are of unusually
fine and regularly round, incurved form; distinct and
notable in any collection.

Polly Rose. This is one of the prettiest of all the
early varieties; being a sport from Glory of the Pacific,
it has all the parent’s good qualities, together with a
perfect color, pure paper-white. Very easy to do; fine
for pots.

Mrs. H. Weeks. An immense flower, with broad,
claw-like petals, incurving to form a globe of white, a
few outer petals reflexing. Of medium height; easily
grown.

Mrs. Jerome Jones. Flowers pure white; incurved,
high, rounded, of enormous size and perfect habit.

Timothy Eaton. One of the largest, and a winner
of every cup and prize for which it was entered at the
many Chrysanthemum shows. Purest white, of true
globular shape. In habit of growth and length of stem
it is everything that could be desired.

Wm. H. Chadwick. An immense, graceful bloom;
waxy white, occasionally tinted pink. Growth, habit,
stem, and foliage simply perfect.

Mrs. Henry Robinson. A magnificent new white
in every way, with broad, incurving petals of great
substance, gradually forming into a perfect ball of
snowy whiteness.

Mrs. Buckbee. A fine, pure white; incurving, with
outer petals reflexing; strong stems, clothed with hand-
some foliage. Its fine keeping qualities and pure color
make it of extra value.

White Coombes. Those growers who value so
highly the grand early pink Mrs. Coombes, will be
delighted with its white sport offered herewith; ex-
tremely valuable as an October white where big, fine
blooms are needed.

PINK

Mrs. Perrin. The nearest approach to the true pink
so long*desired. It has slender, stiff stems and orna-
mental foliage. Color rose-pink within, glistening pink
without. The flower is of globular form, incurved, full
and with a finish as fine as satin.

Mrs. Coombes. An enormous reflexed flower, with
broad petals; in color, a beautiful shade of light rose.

Mille. Marie Liger. Closely incurving bloom of
large size. The color is pearl-pink, deepening to a very
bright shade at the base of petals. In habit it is dwarf,
June plantings reaching only 3 feet in height. Stems are
stiff and fully covered with handsome foliage. 15 cts.

Viviand Morel. Extra-large flowers; petals long and
loosely arranged; beautiful light shade of pink.

Xeno. Form of Ivory. Extra fine, dwarf pink; in-
valuable for late cutting.

A. J. Balfour. Beautiful bright rose-pink, one of the
most beautiful of its color. Large and fine for all pur-
poses. Perfects every flower; of very easy culture. A
prize-winner.

YELLOW

Robert Halliday. Robert Halliday is still near the
top of the list of early yellows; it has taken several years
to show its possibilities, but this variety has attained
wide popularity, and deservedly so; it is indispensable;
very large when well done.

Gold Mine. As good as Golden Wedding in color,
size and foliage; stem not stiff; a magnificent sort.

Golden Wedding. Nothing finer among yellows;
shines like burnished gold; standard for measuring color.

Mrs. O. P. Bassett. A grand clear yellow variety;
large, beautifully made flowers. Extra good.

Mrs. R. Farder. A very fine variety; bright yellow.

Yellow Eaton. A bright yellow sport from Timothy
Eaton, only a shade lighter than Appleton, and espe-
cially valuableas the best in itscolor to follow that fine
variety up to the close of the Chrysanthemum season.

British Empire. A very fine yellow; large bloom;
sturdy, upright grower. Fine bedding variety.

Sergeant Lavey. A fine variety, similar to British
Empire, but of a lighter shade of yellow and -more
dwarf habit.

TIMOTHY EATON CHRYSANTHEMUM

RED

Matchless. Flowers of massive size, color deep, rich,
velvety crimson, with no shade of brown or chestnut.

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Choice Trees, Plants and Seeds for Texas Grd. 48

Calla Lilies

ZEthiopica. The well-known Egyptian Lily, with
large white flowers and broad leaves; of the very easiest
culture and always satisfactory, especially as a house
plant. Dry bulbs that will bloom well, 25 cts.j; blooming
plants, in pots, 50 cts. to 75 cts.

Spotted Calla. (Richardia albo=maculata). The
leaves of this species are spotted with white, thus mak-
ing it a very fine ornamental plant, even when out of
flower. The spathe is smaller than in the preceding, and
purplish in the throat. Dormant tubers, 20 cts.

Carnations

The Carnation is the florists’ great flower, and mil-
lions of dollars are invested in the growing of them for
cut-flowers. New varieties are being introduced every
year to supersede some old favorite. Nearly all the
varieties grown today take the places of what were new
only a few years ago. Many of the varieties we grow
now are the best to be had anywhere, but they will be
in a few years displaced by a still better list.

Carnations are almost hardy here, and can easily be
kept through the winter by slightly covering the plant
with leaves or straw during the coldest weather. Young
plants should be set out early in the spring, that they
may become thoroughly established in the ground be-
fore our hot weather comes; otherwise they will not
bloom freely through the summer. If wanted for win-
ter blooming in the house, pinch off all buds as they
appear in the summer, and in October take up the
plants, pot them, and keep them in a moderately cool
room. Water moderately. Wecan furnish a good assort-
ment of the leading varieties in all the colors. 10 cts.
each, 75 cts. per doz.

Marguerite Carnations

Very profuse-flowering; with ordinary care will be in
bloom in four months after sowing the seed, and flourish
equally well in open ground or in pots. The flowers
range through many shades of red, pink, white, varie-
gated, etc.; of fine form and large size. Young plants
from pots, 5 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz.

Coleus

Coleuses are tender and should not be put out-of-
doors till the ground is quite warm. In this latitude it
is best to wait till the middle of April, or even the first
of May, before planting them in the open ground. In
southern Texas they may be planted a month earlier,
but we strongly advise our customers not to order
Coleus in January and February, as they often do.
Even if the plants live (which is doubtful), they will
not thrive and show color until warm weather. We
grow a large list of the leading varieties and can usu-
ally furnish them by the thousands; but, if many are
wanted, it would be well to correspond with us in Feb-
ruary or March. If we receive orders at least one
month before the plants are needed, we can make spe-
cially low prices. We have not space here to give de-
scription of varieties, but, as stated above, we grow
most of the leading kinds. 5 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz.,
$3 per Ioo.

Cosmos

An autumn-flowering plant of rapid growth, making
large bushes 5 feet high, and as broad across, which are
a mass of elegant foliage until they begin to bloom.
From September to November each plant is covered
with hundreds of showy blossoms 2 to 4 inches in diam-
eter. Half-hardy annuals. Young plants, 5 cts. each,
50 cts. per doz.

Cyperus alternifolius

A grass-like plant, sending up stems to the height of
about 2 feet, surmounted by a cluster or whorl of leaves
diverging horizontally, giving the plant a very curious
appearance. Fine for center of baskets, vases, or War-
dian cases, or as a water plant. 25 cts.and 50 cts.

Cycas revoluta (Sago Palm)

These are probably the most valuable decorative
plants grown, both for lawn and house decoration; their
heavy, glossy; deep green fronds resist alike the gas,
dust and cold to which decorative plants are frequently
exposed We have an exceptionally fine lot in popular
sizes for house decoration. 75 cts. to $6.

The most useful Palms of other sorts, in sizes con-
venient for house culture and decoration, are offered
on page 48, at prices within reach of all.

Cyclamen Persicum

Charming bulbous-rooted plants, with beautiful
foliage and rich-colored, orchid-like fragrant flowers;
universal favorites for winter and spring flowering.
They require sandy loam. Blooming plants, 25 cts. to
75 cts.

Dianthus, or Pinks

Hardy and free-flowering;
5 cts. each, 40 cts. per doz.

well known and useful.

Double Feverfew (Pyrethrum)

This is the well-known double white Feverfew, so
valuable for cut-flowers, and suitable for pot or garden
culture. The blossoms are freely borne on stems 18
inches high. They produce immense crops of double
daisy-like flowers all through the summer. The plants
are perfectly hardy, and thrive and spread from year
to year with little care. I0 cts.

Epiphyllum (Lobster Cactus)

A wonderfully free bloomer, frequently flowering
three or four times during the year. Of drooping-weep-
ing habit; the flowers are bright and beautiful. It is of
the easiest culture, will bloom for everybody and we can
recommend it as being very handsome. I0 cts.

Ficus elastica

The well-known Rubber Plant; 12 to 15 inches; beau-
tifully leaved. 75 cts.

CYCLAMEN PERSICUM

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NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA BOSTONIENSIS

FERNS

Most Ferns require a shady, moist atmosphere and
for this reason many of the leading kinds offered in the
average catalogue will not succeed in northern or west-
ern Texas, or in Oklahoma. In the southern or eastern
parts of the state, and in Louisiana and Arkansas,
nearly all Ferns succeed well. As Fort Worth is situ-
ated in the more difficult region, we have made a special
study of the Ferns best suited to this section and are
now able to offer several kinds that will succeed with
any average treatment. The Nephrolepis family, of
which the well-known Boston Fern is a member, has
furnished us with so many beautiful species of late
years, and they all succeed so well here, that there is
little use for any other kinds.

Nephrolepis Whitmanii. We have never sold Fern
that has created so much favorable comment as the
Whitmanii. It seems to delight in hot weather and
hence seems to be perfectly at home here in the sum-
mer. Combining all the graceful pluminess and charm
of Elegantissima, with additional features of shape, size
and growth that give it distinguishment and added
commercial value. Whitmanii is of dwarfer growth,
but equalizes matters by compactness and a wider,
stockier shape. The fronds, although even more fine-
cut, are more erect, and have proved less liable to
revert to the original Boston type. 25 cts. By express,
3-inch pots, 40 cts.; 6-inch pots, $1.

Nephrolepis Scottii. A compact, dwarf form of
the favorite Boston Fern, in general appearance very
much like the original form. It is just as gracefully
drooping in habit of growth, but is more compact,
making well-finished, shapely specimens even in the
smaller sizes. May be used to good effect in small
jardinieres and ferneries. 15 cts. to $1 each, according
to size.

Nephrolepis Barrowsii. Similar to the Boston

Fern, but of shorter fronds. A rapid, compact grower,
of great beauty, more dense, holds its shape better than

the Boston, and grows rapidly to a considerable size.
15 cts. to $1 each.

Nephrolepis cordata compacta. A neat-growing
Fern of dwarfish habits. 15 cts. to $1 each.

Nephrolepis exaitata Bostoniensis. (The Boston
Fern). This popular Fern has proved one of the best
decorative plants of recent introduction. The fronds
are much larger than in the common Sword Fern, and
do not stand so stiff, but droop over in a graceful man-
ner. Excellent for making large specimen plants, also
very fine for hanging baskets. If you have always failed
with other Ferns, try this, and NV. cordata compacta.
You will doubtless succeed and be well pleased. Strong
and rapid grower. Small plants, 15 cts.; large, 25 cts.;
fine specimens, 50 cts. to $5.

Nephrolepis elegantissima (The New Tarrytown
Fern). This is an aristocrat among all the Nephrolepis
and, when well done, is unquestionably the finest of the
lot; is a sport from the Pierson Fern, in which the
plumy peculiarity of the original form is even more dis-
tinctly developed than in the original; the side pinne,
being again subdivided and standing at right angles to
the midrib, makes both sides of the frond equally
beautiful, while, at the same time, the plant is of much
more compact habit, growing only one-half as tall, but
with the fronds nearly twice as wide, making it a much
more desirable plant for all purposes. Small plants, 15
cts.; large, 50 cts. to $2.

Nephrolepis Piersonii. The fronds grow broad and
heavy, measuring at least 6 inches across when fuily
developed, increasing in beauty as they develop. On
account of the weight of the foliage, the plant assumes
an exceedingly graceful appearance, and, owing to the
fulness of the fronds, even small plants are well fur-
nished, making much more symmetrical and beautiful
plants than the Boston Fern. The divided pinne, or
the miniature fronds, keep growing constantly, show-
ing two distinct shades of green, the ends being a light
green, while the center and main part of the fronds
show a dark, rich shade, the contrast producing a very
beautiful effect. Strong, young plants, I5 cts. each;
large plants, 50 cts. to $1.

Cyrtomium falcatum. One of the best decorative
species for growing in the window. A strong grower,
with fronds 12 to 30 inches long and 4 to 8 inches broad.
The segments are very large and the upper side a deep
glossy green. So hardy it is sometimes grown in the
open ground in England, where it is called Holly Fern.
Makes a splendid specimen. 15 cts.; large plants, 35c.

Maidenhair. Well suited to this climate. Small,
TOucts.; large, 25 ets:

Fuchsias

Fuchsias require about the same treatment as be-
gonias. Use light soil, with one-fourth clean, coarse
builders’ sand. Keep in a cool, partially shaded place
and out of the wind. They will flourish and bioom
freely till July, when they may as well be thrown away.
as here it is difficult and disappointing to try to keep
them alive through August and September.

Price, 10 cts. each, $1 per doz.

Avalanche. Beautiful golden foliage, with a dark
double violet-purple corolla.

Black Prince. A misnomer, as far as name is con-
cerned, being of a bright, waxy carmine; tube and
petals large and broad, with pale green tips; large,
open pale pink corolla; a wonderfully symmetrical
habit and the best all-round Fuchsia we know of.

Bland’s New Striped. The tube and sepals are a
glowing crimson, corolla a rich plum-colored purple,
regularly and distinctly striped red-rose.

Charles Blane. Single, sepals dark red; corolla rosy
amaranth; very free bloomer.

Speciosa. Pale red tube and sepals; dark red corolla,
there frequently being from 30 to 4o flowers on a single
branch.

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Gladioli

The Gladiolus is the most beautiful of summer-
blooming bulbs, and has tall spikes of flowers, some 2
feet or more in height; often several spikes spring up
from the same bulb. It is a good plan to plant bulbs
two or three different times, ten days or two weeks
apart, so that there may be a continual succession of
flowers. The Gladiolus likes a rich soil, full sun and
some support for its splendid heavy flower-spikes. 5
cts. each, 40 cts. per doz.

Childsi. They are very tall and erect, often standing
4 or 5 feet high, with spikes of bloom over 2 feet in
length, They branch freely, in most cases each stem
producing three or four spikes of bloom, and bloom
much earlier than ordinary varieties. The flowers are
of great substance and gigantic size, frequently 7 to 9
inches across. The form of both flower and spike
is perfection itself, and they last in bloom a long time
before fading, owing to their great substance and vigor,
but the most remarkable feature is the coloring.
Orchids cannot surpass them in their varied and deli-
cate shades, markings and blendings. Every color
known among Gladioli is represented, and many never
before seen, particularly blues, smoky grays and pur-
ple-blacks, all having beautifully mottled and spotted
throats, made up of white, crimson, pink, yellow, etc.,
and in this peculiar network of charming spots and
colors lies one of its special points of unsurpassed
beauty. Io cts. each, 75 cts. per doz.

GERANIUMS

Instead of growing a long list of varieties as hereto-
fore, we have cut our list down to a few of only the very
est kinds. It is useless to give room to a variety that
is not pretty, or is not hardy, or a good bloomer or not
suited to this climate. We think our customers will
find all the following to be first-class in every particular.
If plants are to be used for bedding in the open ground
it is best to confine your plantings to a few varieties
and colors. The dark red and the pink are the showiest
and also the hardiest in our hot weather. The Spald-
ing’s Pet is the best red, and the Poéte Nationale and
Master Christine are the best pinks.

Price for strong, healthy plants from
2%-inch pots, all named, 10c. each,
75 cts. perdoz. Plants from 4-inch
pots, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.

NOTICE. When Geraniums are wanted
by the 100 or 1.000, write for special
prices, giving the name and size wanted.

DOUBLE GERANIUMS

Alphonse Ricard. The leading scar-
let bedder.

A. J. Calisto. Flowers large, semi-
double, clear carmine-rose; extremely
free in bloom and a fine grower. 15 cts.

Beaute Poitevine. It is very dwarf
and compact, and of a very branching }
habit. The color is unique and change-
able, some trusses being of a deep rosy
salmon, streaked and veined carmine,
with deep magenta color; others with
the outer petals almost a pearly white,
with carmine color

E. Ei. Trego. This is the best scarlet
Geranium yet produced. We have tested
this variety for the past year and can
truly say it is the largest flower and
brightest scarlet Geranium we have yet
seen, and that it cannot be excelled for
bedding purposes. The color is a deep
scarlet of exquisite shade; the florets are
regular in form, more than semi-double,
and about 21% inches in diameter. Trusses
enormously large on long stems. Foliage
and habit are all that could be desired,
I5 cts

Francis Perkins. This is the best double pink bed-
ding Geranium. The plant is an extra strong, vigorous
grower, throwing out tall spikes of large, well-formed
flowers of a bright pink color.

Heteranthe. (Double General Grant). A splendid
variety for bedding, the clear vermilion-red of its
flowers showing well above compact, sturdy foliage.

Jean Viaud. Double. Very large semi-double
blooms borne in large trusses well above the foliage;
individual floret large; color bright rosy pink, with dis-
tinct white blotch in the center; habit dwarf, compact,
very vigorous and exceptionally free-blooming. Foliage
clear deep green, with distinct bronze-green zone.
Probably the best pink Geranium for bedding.

La Favorite. A fine double white Geranium, claimed
to be an advance on White Swan. The florets are pure
white and in large trusses. It stands the sun well and
is an excellent bedder.

Mad. Landry. Flowers very large, in immense
trusses, on long, rigid stems; semi-double. Plant re-
markably free in bloom, being a mass of flowers until
the end of the season; color rich salmon, shaded orange,
edge of petals of brighter shade than the rest of the
flower; a beautiful and distinct variety. 15 cts.

Marquis de Castelaine. A giant among Geraniums.
Produces a wealth of bloom the whole season. Flowers
2 inches and over in diameter. Trusses of bloom 5 to 7
inches across. Petals broad, arranged to form a round
flower of perfect shape. Color deep rosy scarlet, shad-
ing into pure scarlet at the edge of upper petals. We
consider it one of the best red Geraniums.

Mad. Jaulin. Without question the finest new semi-
double Geranium offered in many years. This is an
entirely distinct color in the Bruant or bedding type;
very large florets compose a truss of grand size; center
of flower very delicate pink, bordered with pure white.

S. A. Nutt. Rich, dark crimson; the flowers are of
perfect shape and large size.

Spaulding’s Pet. Rich, dark crimson, blooms borne
on long stems well above the plant; the best crimson
bedder we know of for our climate.

Thomas Meehan. Double. Extremely large trusses
and very large florets, almost circular in form. Color,
quite distinct in this section—brilliant rosy pink, the
base of the upper petals marked orange.

SINGLE GERANIUM

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SINGLE GERANIUMS

Jacquerie. One of the largest of florets, longer than
wide; very velvety in texture, and a magnificent shade
of very dark crimson-scarlet. One of the finest of single
Geraniums; always in heavy demand.

Mary Hallock Foote. Immense trusses of bright,
pale salmon, with a pure white eye. A great variety.

Master Christine. One of the best pink Geraniums
in cultivation; fine grower and beautiful flowers.

Mrs. E. G. Hill. Single; soft light salmon, bordered
with rosy salmon and veined with deep rose; vigorous
grower, with broad, heavily zoned foliage.

Precurseur. Probably the finest of the single whites.
Florets nicely shaped and of medium size.

Queen of the West. This is one of the best bedding
Geraniums on the list. It grows very freely and blooms
in the greatest profusion. Color light orange-scarlet.

IVY GERANIUMS

A fine assortment of the best kinds.

SCENTED GERANIUMS

Apple. The most delightful of all scented Geraniums.
Foliage round, smooth and large, with pure apple
fragrance. A _ strong-growing and handsome plant.
Fine large plants, from seed; the true variety. 25 cts.;
extra-large plants, 50 cts.

Balm. Large foliage; deliciously fragrant.

Oak. Leaves marked with black.

Attar of Roses. One of the sweetest-scented.

Rose-scented. Two kinds, one with a broad leaf
and another more finely cut.

HIBISCUS

Heliotropes

These plants are universal favorites, on account of
their delightful fragrance. They flower equally well as
bedding plants in summer or as pot plants in winter.

Czar. One of the best of the dark Heliotropes;
very distinct in color and habit. Color deep purple;
free bloomer and very fragrant. 15 cts.

Snow Wreath. This comes to us heralded as far
superior to any existing white variety. The introducer
describes it as low-growing, with strong, luxuriant
foliage. Flower large, snowy white. 10 cts. each, $1
per doz.

Hoya Carnosa (Wax Plant)

A climbing plant with thick, fleshy leaves, bearing
flesh-colored, star-shaped flowers; one of the best plants
for house culture, as it stands the extremes of heat and
cold better than most plants, and is not easily ‘njured
by neglect. 25:ets

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Hibiscus

A rapid-growing tropical shrub, with rich, glossy
foliage and large, showy blossoms. It blooms freely
through our hottest weather, and is one of the most
satisfactory plants of this climate.

Price, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.,
except where noted

Aurantiaca. Large, double, orange-colored flowers;

an early and profuse bloomer.

Grandiflora. Rich, glossy foliage, with crimson-
scarlet flowers.
Peachblow. One of the finest plant novelties of

recent years. Flowers double, 4 to 5 inches across;
rich, clear pink, with small, deep crimson center—an
entirely new and most beautiful shading. Blooms
freely even on small plants. Good as house plant or
planted out in the garden. 25 cts.

Miniatus. Semi-double flowers, brilliant vermilion-
scarlet. Very handsome.

Sub-violaceus. The _ largest-flowering of the
Hibiscus family. A beautiful shade of bright crimson,
tinted with violet.

Ivies

German, or Parlor Ivy (Senecio scandens). A more
rapid-growing and more succulent kind, well adapted
for covering trellis work quickly, or training in the
parlor; leaves glossy green and flowers yellow, in
clusters. I0 cts.

Kenilworth tvy (Linaria cymbalaria). A neat and
delicate plant of trailing habit, with small, bright green,
ivy-shaped leaves and diminutive light violet-colored
flowers; well adapted for hanging baskets, vases, etc.
IO cts.

Impatiens Sultani

Of compact, neat habit, and a perpetual bloomer; the
flowers are of a peculiar brilliant rosy scarlet, 1%
inches in diameter and produced very freely. 15 cts,
each, $1.50 per doz.

Ipomoea (Moonflower)

Learii. This handsome new climber, a native of Cey-
lon, has large, deep azure-blue flowers with crimson
bars, and is frequently called the ‘‘ Blue Moonflower.’’
When grown with the white one, the contrast is strik-
ing and very effective. If you want something really
handsome, buy this. 20 cts.

Noctiflora. This still continues one of the most
popular vines in existence. For easy culture, rapid
growth and freedom of bloom, it has no equal. The
flowers are pure white, 6 inches in diameter, and open
at night and on dull days. The demand exceeded our
supply last spring but we think we shall be able to fill
all orders this season. I5 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.

Jasmines

Cape. Flowers large, white, fragrant; foliage rich,
glossy. 25 cts. to 50 cts.

Catalonian. Foliage fine; flowers white,
shaped, very fragrant; hardy. to cts. to 25 cts.

Gracillimum. A new Jasmine, and remarkable for
its freedom of bloom. Beautiful pure white flowers,

star-

borne in clusters. Delightfully fragrant. In bloom
from October to February. 20 cts.
Grand Duke. Easily grown; flowers double,

creamy white, very fragrant. 25 cts. to 50 cts.

Maid of Orleans. A very attractive new sort, with
good-sized double flowers, blooming profusely all sum-
mer; shining pale green foliage. We predict for it a
rapid sale, as it is much easier to handle than other
Cape Jasmines, and, asa whole, more desirable. 25 cts.

Justicia (Brazilian Plume Plant)

Perhaps no plant has attracted so much attention
in the last two years as the Justicia, or Brazilian Plume
Plant. The plant is a strong, rapid grower, and throws
up long stems, on which are produced fine, plume-like
pink flowers, the ends of each petal drooping in a most
charming manner. When the plants are but a few
months old, they are literally covered with their beau-
tiful blossoms. It does equally well either for house or
outdoor culture. 20 cts.

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Lantanas

There has been a wonderful improvement in the Lan-
tanas in the last few years. We offer a number of new
varieties which are far superior to the old ones. Not
that they grow or bloom better, in our hot climate for
that is well-nigh impossible, but they offer a greater
variety of colors and delicate shades. The plants, too,
are much more dwarf and compact in their growth, and
hence make neater and more desirable ornaments. We
cannot urge the planting of Lantanas too strongly in
this hot, dry climate. The plant is equal to the Plum-
bago and superior to nearly everything else in its hardi-
ness and freedom of bloom. Especially to those who
“can’t raise flowers in Texas’? would we recommend
this plant. The Delicatissima, or Weeping Lantana, is
exceedingly graceful and floriferous.

Price, 10c. each, $1 per doz., except where noted

Alba perfecta. White; very fine.

Harket’s Perfection. The leaves are a golden yel-
low, blotched and marbled green; rose flowers.

Amiel. Semi-dwarf; very compact; very free in
blooming; umbel and floret of fine size; color reddish
orange, with yellow center.

Aurantiaca. Large, orange-red flowers.

Aurora. Light and dark shades of pink.

Delicatissima, or Weeping Lantana. The trail-
ing or creeping variety, with slender stems, fine leaves
and dainty flowers of pink and lavender; beautiful for
edging, for baskets and boxes.

Francine. Quite dwarf; flowers large, rosy lilac.

Golden Ball. Bright orange flowers, borne in large
round trusses; one ot the best bedders.

Protee. 10 to 12 inches. Rose color, with yellow
center; flower and truss large; color very bright. I5c.

Seraphine. Dwarf; red and yellow.

Tethys. 8 inches. Pure canary-color; very compact
and free-flowering. 15 cts.

Wonderful New Lemon, Ponderosa

Nothing that has ever been brought to our notice in
the plant line has caused half the commotion that this
wonderful Lemon has. It isa true everbearing variety.
On a plant 6 feet high, no less than 89 of these ponder-
ous Lemons were growing at one time. It was a beau-
tiful sight to see. The tree was blooming, and also
held fruit in all stages of development, from the size of
a pea up to the ripe fruit, showing it to be truly ever-
bearing. Fruit has been taken from this tree weighing
over 4 pounds. The lemons have very thin rinds for
such large fruits. It is the juiciest of all lemons;
makes delicious lemonade, and for culinary purposes
cannot be excelled. The Ponderosa Lemon is sure to
become popular when it is known. It fruits when quite
small, and makes a lovely house plant. Everybody can
grow their own lemons; will fruit freely the second
year. Thrifty young plants, 35 cts

Lobelia

A beautiful dwarf plant, with dark blue flowers, suit-
able for baskets, rockeries, or planting in the open
ground. I0 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz.

Mignonette

_ The well-known fragrant flower. Succeeds admirably
in the open ground. 5 cts. each, 40 cts. per doz.

Nasturtium

A desirable plant for rockwork, vases, trellises, etc.
Showy. 5 cts. each, 4o cts. per doz.

Oleanders

The well-known shrubbery plant. Blooms well when
planted outdoors in summer, but must be taken into the
house or pit in winter in northern Texas. In soutihern
Texas it requires no protection We have fine plants
of the Double Pink, Single White and Semi-Double
White. 25 cts. to $1 each, according to size.

Orange Trees

Trifoliate. The new hardy Orange delights all who
like beautiful and novel hardy plants. An Orange tree,
growing vigorously on the lawn or in the garden, bloom-
ing or fruiting in abundance, is certainly a rare sight.
The beautiful little trees are entirely hardy in the open
ground as far north as Boston. They are of dwarf,
symmetrical growth, with glossy green trifoliate leaves.
The lovely pure white blossoms are elegantly perfumed,
and borne in constant succession. The fruit is small,
bright red in color, and very curious. I5 cts. to 25 cts.

Dwarf Otaheite. One of the most desirable pot-
plants it is possible to possess. While it will grow 3 or 4
feet high and branch freely, it is not uncommon to see
cunning little plants, 5 or 6 inches high, full of bloom,
and even bearing one or two medium-sized oranges.
The fruits at their best are not more than half the size
of an ordinary orange, but are very bright and beautiful
in color and delicious in quality. Its flowers more than
its fruit commend the plant to general cultivation. It
blooms so profusely that it seems to be all flowers. The
pure waxen white blossoms emit a delicate yet powerful
fragrance. 25 cts.

KENTIA FOSTERIANA

Palms

Palms are growing more rapidly in favor than any
other class of plants we handle. It is because people
are beginning to find they can grow them much more
easily than they thought. This is the result of a better
knowledge as to what varieties and what sizes to handle.
Few people can succeed with Cocos, Arecas, etc., and a
small plant is never pretty, and rarely ever successful.
Almost any one, however, can succeed with the Latania,
Kentia and Pheenix, if the larger plants, costing not less
than $1 each, are bought. A $2 or $3 plant is generally
more satisfactory. Two or three well-grown Palms in
a house produce a better decorative effect than a hun-
dred small pot-plants or geraniums, etc., and are not

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one-tenth the trouble. They are of the easiest culture,
and thrive best in a light, airy room. They should be
watered moderately, and the leaves should be sponged
with water every week or so.

Areca lutescens. A most elegant Palm. One of the
best for general decorative purposes; easily grown,
useful in every stage of growth; of fine color, graceful
habit, and pleases all. 25 cts.; fine plants, $1 to $2.

Cyecas revoluta. See page 37.

Kentia Forsteriana. This is one of the finest pot-
plants imaginable, and the easiest to grow of any of the
Palm family. Being almost hardy, it is not injured by
slight changes in the temperature, and its stiff, glossy
leaves enable it to stand the dry, hot air of the living-
room without injury. The leaves are a deep, glossy
green, fan-shaped, split deeply into segments. 50 cts.;
strong plants, $1 to $3. -

Latania Borbonica. The well-known Fan Palm.
This is one of the most exquisitely graceful among
Palms; its wide-spreading, gracefully arching leaves
are elegant and effective for apartment decoration.
The handsomest and most valuable of all the Palms.
25 cts. each; fine plants, 50 cts., 75 cts., $1 to $3.

Pheenix Canariensis. This is one of the most ex-
quisitely graceful among Palms. Its wide-spreading,
gracefully arching, fern-like leaves are elegant and
effective. 40 cts.; large plants, $1 to $2.

Pansies

The Pansy begins to bloom in February and continues
until July and August. Should be planted in very rich
soil and watered freely. Our plants this season are
from seed of the very largest flowers and brightest
colors. Order a dozen or a hundred and see how easily
cultivated and how beautiful a bed of these new Pansies
will be. 5 cts. each, 40 cts. per doz., $3 per 100.

Paris Daisies (Marguerites)

Very profitable for cut-flowers. Always in active
demand because of the many uses to which they are
adapted, and also very easily grown and handled.

White. Best white, having a ray of white petals
around a salmon disk; splendid variety for cut-flowers.
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Petunias

Double. We keep on hand a good collection of double
Petunias; some of them show flowers in the most beau-
tiful shades of crimson, white, rose, maroon, etc.;
others are blotched, striped, veined, bordered, marked
and fringed. to cts. each, $1 per doz.

Single. Free-blooming; fine for bedding, showy.
Mixed colors, 5 cts. each, 40 cts. per doz.

Giants of California. These Petunias have been
widely advertised of late, and we found them to be
remarkably fine. The flowers are very large, and of
every conceivable shade of crimson, white, violet,
lavender, etc. Io cts. each, 75 cts. per doz.

Pilea Muscosa (Artillery Plant)

Graceful, fern-like foliage and quantities of very
small flowers, which snap when sprinkled. 10 cts.

Parrot’s Feather

An aguatic hanging plant isa novelty indeed, and we
have it to perfection in this dainty little jewel. Its
long, trailing stems are clothed with whorls of the most
exquisite foliage, as finely cut as the leaves of cypress
vine, and much more delicate. Planted in a water-tight
hanging basket, so that the water can be kept standing
on the surface, it will trail finely. 15 cts.

Phlox Drummondii

A race of annuals remarkable for the brilliancy and
abundance of their large, terminal flowers, which com-
pletely hide the foliage; the blooms are of many colors,
from pure white to deepest purple, eyed and striped.
For masses of separate colors, and for cutting, they are
unsurpassed. Give good rich ground, and set plants 6
inches apart. White, rose, scarlet, deep blood or mixed

colors. 50 cts. per doz.
Pinks

A race dwarfer than the carnation, growing about I
foot in height. The flowers are various shades of ma-
roon, carmine and rose, beautifully laced and banded
on white ground; they are perfectly double and clove-
scented. The plants will stand outdoors year after year,
being entirely hardy. 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz.

Plumbago

Capensis. A beautiful plant, producing freely
throughout the summer and fall large trusses of azure-
blue flowers. The plants are of neat and bushy habit
and can be trimmed into symmetrical shape. Also a fine
pot-plant. We have never found a better bedding plant
than this, nor one that blooms more freely all the time.
In southern Texas it is hardy, but-in the latitude of
Fort Worth it must be taken up and kept in the house
during winter. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz.; larger plants,
20 cts. each, $2 per doz.

Alba. Pure white flowers; beautiful in contrast with
the blue sort. 15 cts.

Chinese Primrose

Few house ylants afford more satisfaction than Prim-
roses. They require to be kept cool, a north window
suiting them best. Care should be taken in watering
that no water gets on the buds, as it causes them to
decay. In the summer they can be turned out into a
shady border. The plants we offer are fine, and the
colors will please. We have them in white, pink and
crimson. Large blooming plants, 25 cts.

Primula Obconica

Always in Bloom. This is a charming plant for
winter; in fact, we know of none better adapted to home
culture than this one. It is not susceptible to the
changes of temperature that influence most plants. It
bears its elegant panicles and sprays of delicate pink
and white bloom in the greatest profusion. It is cer-
tainly elegant. 15 cts. and 25 cts.

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Rhynchospermum jasminoides
(Malayan Jasmine)

One of the most valuable evergreen climbers, hardy *

throughout the South. Flowers small, white, very fra-
grant, and produced in great profusion. I5 cts.

Russellia juncea

A basket plant of neat, slender habit, with bright
scarlet, tubular flowers borne in loose racemes. I0 Cts.

Sansevieria Zeylanica

There is no decorative plant that is more attractive
in habit and foliage than this, and none that will stand
as much abuse and neglect. It will grow and flourish
in any dark corner, and will stand gasand dust or heat.
Indeed, the only thing that seems to check it is too
much water or frost. The leaves grow to a length of 3
or 4 feet, and are beautifully striped crosswise with

broad, white variegations on a dark green ground. *

Grows splendidly out-of-doors in summer. 15c. to 50c.

Salvia
The prevailing color in the brilliant bedding at the

World’s Fair at St. Louis, in 1904, was bright red, °

and this was produced by the liberal planting of
Salvias. It grows easily in Texas, and blooms freely
all summer and fall, and is especially recommended
where bright brilliant coloring is desired.

Price, except where noted, 10 cts. each,
0 ets. per doz., $3.50 per 100

Splendens. Tall-growing; large-flowering. The
standard variety for bedding.
New Dwarf Scarlet Salvia, Le President. The

grandest addition to our list of bedding plants. It forms
a compact bush completely covered with rich, scarlet
flowers. We have had plants that by actual measure-
ment were only I5 inches high and 2 feet across. Asa
border or vase plant, it will be indispensable, and, as
it will bloom abundantly in pots, it will be of greatest
value as a market plant for florists.

Silverspot. The distinctive feature of this splendid
novelty is its strikingly handsome spotted foliage. The
leaves are rich, soft, dark green, with light sulphur or
cream-colored spots of various sizes liberally sprinkled
over them. The intense bright scarlet flowers are very
large, the plants are of neat, compact habit. This will
make a desirable bedding plant, rivaling the most gor-
geous coleus, its bright spotted leaves and brilliant
scarlet flowers making it a most effective bedder.
Io cts. each, 75 cts. per doz.

Swainsona rosea

This is the very best red variety. Identical with the
white, except in color of flowers. I5 cts.

Smilax

A pretty climbing plant, with dark, glossy green
leaves; extensively used in cut-flower work, decora-
tions, etc. Also a good parlor or basket plant. Io cts.

Solanum Azureum (Blue Solanum)

Of robust growth, soon making fine specimens that
cover a porch with handsomely cut foliage. In mild
localities it is covered during the late summer months
with clusters of large lavender-blue, wistaria-like flow-
ers, which are succeeded by bright scarlet berries that
remain perfect a long time. 20 cts.

Tradescantia (Wandering Jew)

Fine for hanging baskets, vases, etc. Easily grown
if given plenty of water.

Multicolor. Leaves beautifully striped with white,
‘crimson and olive-green; the plant sometimes sports.
Io cts.

Zebrina. Leaves very rich dark green, with a silvery
stripe. I0 cts.

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Violets

New Giant-flowered Violet. ‘‘California.”’

Sin-
gle flowers of the deepest blue or purple, and borne on

stems 8 to Io inches long. Can be worn nicely as a
corsage bouquet—a difficulty that is overcome in com-
parison with old sorts. Try one. I0 cts. each, 75 cts.
per doz.

Lady Campbell. Deep purple; fine, large, double
flowers. I5 cts.

Marie Louise. Bold, fine flowers, very fragrant
and very prolific. The color is of a dark blue; flowers
double. This is the favorite double blue Violet that you
see in the florist’s window. Io cts.

Russian. Single dark purple, large, on long stems.
Best bloomer of the large kind and altogether the most
useful Violet we have ever tried. Io cts. each, 75 cts.
per doz., $4 per I0o.

Verbenas

Our collection can hardly be surpassed anywhere for
large size and distinct and brilliant blooms. It contains
the best varieties of the Mammoth and other strains.
A bed of Verbenas forms a brilliant ornament for lawn
or garden through the spring, summer, and often through
the winter in Texas. We grow a great many named va-
rieties, and can supply plants with flowers in all colors
and shades. 5 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz., $4 per I0o.

Vinca (Madagascar Periwinkle)

This old and popular plant should be in every gar-
den. It produces masses of blooms from June until frost,
and is of compact, bushy growth. I0 cts. each, 50 cts.

per doz.
Alba. Glossy leaves; flowers white; beautiful.
Rosea. Rose-colored flowers, with dark eye. Very

attractive.
Water Hyacinth

This unique plant floats on the water by means of its
curious inflated leaf-stalks, which resemble bladders or
balloons filled with air. The beautiful feathery blue
roots grow downward in the water ina mass. The plant
forms a lovely rosette of its curious, shining green
leaves and sends up spikes of exquisite flowers, re-
sembling in form a spike of hyacinth bloom. Each
flower is as large as or larger than a silver dollar, and
in color a beautiful, soft lilac-rose, sparkling as if cov-
ered with diamond dust. The upper petal which is the
largest, has a metallic-blue blotch in the center and in
the center of that a small, deep golden yellow spot. I5c.

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Flower Seeds for Southern Climes

Many people in Texas have an idea that flowers cannot be raised successfully from seeds here, and so never
make the attempt. This impression is often due to failures caused by the gardener’s not knowing how, when and
where to plant, and more especially what to plant. The plants recommended most highly in northern catalogues
as growing well from seeds are often just the ones that fail first here, because the season, temperature, etc., are
entirely different. If, instead of trying to grow Gloxinias, Cyclamen, etc., we should devote our time to Phloxes,
Vincas, Nasturtiums, Cosmos, Dianthus, Calliopsis, Sweet Peas, Snapdragon, Mignonette, Candy-
tuft, Alyssum, Hollyhocks, Petunias, Verbenas, Portulacas, Zinnias, etc., there would be less disappoint-
ment and many more flowers.

We import our seeds from the best growers in Europe, and feel perfectly safe in reeommending them as pure,
fresh and reliable. The seeds should be sown much earlier here than is usually recommended, because our season
begins much earlier here than in the North. February, March and April are the months in which to sow nearly
all flower seeds. It isa good plan to first sow seeds in shallow boxes of any good, light soil—sandy is the best—
and keep them in a warm, sunny part of the room till the young plants are large enough to be transplanted to the
open ground.

Annuals are plants that blossom, mature their seeds within a year after the seed is sown, and then perish.
Biennials flower the second and sometimes the third year after the seed is sown, and then perish. Perennials
live and bloom for many years after the seed is sown

For $1 select seeds, in packets, to........... $1 50 #£=For $4 select seeds, in packets, to.......... $6 00
For $2 select seeds, in packets, to.......... 3 00 For $5 select seeds, in packets, to.......... 7 50
For $3 select seeds, in packets, to.......... 4 50 #£=These prices do not include our special collections

All Flower Seeds sent by mail, postpaid, on receipt of remittance, as above. Prices quoted are for
seeds in packets

Novelties and Specialties

Ageratum, Little Blue Star Superb Asters
A handsome new variety, different from all other Asters are today one of the most important summer
Tom Thumb sorts. The tiny bushy plants do not ex- 2nd autumn flowers. The immense world-wide demand

ceed 4 or 5 inches in height, with clusters of flowers of for them shows their adaptability to any climate. There
light blue, with dark red center, changing to pure light @T€ NOW splendid early-, medium- and late-flowering
blue. The plants are literally covered with flowers; we Sorts, which extend the blooming period from early in

have counted over 200 ona single plant. Pkt. 15 cts. July till frost. For the best results, the ground for the
cultivation of Asters cannot be too richly prepared,

although they will give satisfactory returns on any

New Bush Hyacinth Bean (Dolichos) ordinary garden soil.
i ; : Rose-Pink. Pkt. 10 cts.

Plants average only Io inches in height. They form Pure White. Pkt. 10 cts.
compact bushes, which are superseded by large spikes Deep Purple. Pkt. 10 cts.
of pure white flowers, followed by creamy white pods.
When the flowers are fully open, the silvery parts be- HEAD EEO OP 8) Que
gin to show at the bottom of the spikes. When grown ’ :
singly they make showy plants. Grows easily if the Burbank’s Shasta Daisy
seed is sown in the open ground after danger of frost Fluted, quilled, curled, fringed, laciniated, semi-
is past. Pkt. Io cts. double, pure white and lemon-yellow, select varieties, —

the very cream of the whole Shasta Daisy collection.
New types offered for the first time. The seed we offer
is raised from Mr. Burbank’s own stock seed. Shasta
Daisies can be grown out-of-doors by everybody where
it is not cold enough to kill oak trees. They are peren-
nial, blooming better and more abundantly each sea-
son. They can be multiplied rapidly by simple division.
and grown in any soil. They bloom for several months.
The flowers are very large and graceful, 4 inches in
diameter, with three rows of petals of the purest white-
ness, on single, strong, stiff, wiry stems 2 feet long.
Pkt. (200 seeds), 15 cts.; 2 pkts. for 25 cts.

New Annual Hollyhocks
BLOOM FROM SEED THE FIRST YEAR

This new strain possesses all the virtues of the
double old-fashioned Hollyhocks, with the additional
advantage of blooming from seed the first year.
Plants started from seed sown in March or April in the
house or hotbed, transplanted in May into their perma-
nent place, will bloom in August and continue until late
in the fall. The plants branch out freely, grow to a
respectable height and are not so easily attacked by the
Hollyhock fungus and therefore retain their fresh,
bright green leaves until late. The flowers are double,
semi-double or single. Pkt. (50 seeds), 20 cts.; 3 pkts.
for 55 cts..

White Pearl Mignonette

One of the finest of the Mignonettes yet introduced,
SUPERB ASTERS having a profusion of white flowers on stiff stems. I0c.

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Baker Bros. Choice Flower Seeds

ABRONIA. Beautiful trailing plants, with pretty ver-
bena-like clusters of flowers; valuable for hanging
baskets or vases. Half-hardy annuals.

Umbellata. Rosy lilac; white eye. 5 cts.

ADONIS. Also known as Pheasant’s Eye. Showy,
hardy annuals of easy culture, with pretty, fine-cut
foliage, and lasting a long time in bloom.

stivalis. Dark crimson flowers with a lighter
center. I foot. 5 cts.

AGERATUM. A flower greatly in demand on account
of its easy culture and constant blooming. Half-
hardy annual. Choice mixed. 5 cts.

Princess Victoria Louise. In bloom all summer.
This is the prettiest of the dwarf Ageratums. The
plants grow in dense bushes, 4 to 5 inches high,
with a diameter of 5 to 6 inches. The flowers are
produced in great abundance throughout the whole
season, and are of the loveliest sky-blue with white
center. This isa splendid plant for borders, ribbon
bedding, ete., and if a row of our Little Gem
Alyssum is sown in front of it, there is a lovely
combination of white and blue. Pkt. 10 cts., 3 for
25 cts.

AGROSTEMMA. Very useful for cutting for bou-
quets and pretty in masses in beds. 1% feet high;
hardy. 5 cts.

AMARANTHUS. Highly ornamental plants, giving
the border a subtropical appearance.
Tricolor (Joseph’s Coat). Leaves red, yellow and
green. 5 cts.
Caudatus (Love-Lies-Bleeding). 5 cts.

ALYSSUM, SWEET. A general favorite. Fragrant;
much prized for cutting. Hardy annual. 5 cts.
Little Gem. This should really be called **SSnow-
White Carpet Plant,’’ for the plants, which are
only a few inches high, grow so dense, and are so
completely covered with snow-white blossoms, that
they create the impression of a beautiful carpet
spread over the ground. We know of no other
white flower which is so particularly well adapted
to borders, ribbons, etc., as our ‘‘Little Gem’”’
Alyssum. The plants commence to bloom when
quite small, and will flower uninterruptedly all
summer long till late in the fall. Added to this is
the sweet fragrance, and we cannot see how a gar-
den can be complete without this variety. I0 cts.

AMMOBIUM. Small, but pretty white flowers. This
is one of the hardiest of the everlastings.
alatum grandiflorum. 5 cts.

ANNUAL CHRYSANTHEMUM. No annual fur-
nishes so many cut-flowers as these, which bloom
plentifully throughout the summer.

Double White. 2 feet. 5 cts.
Double Sulphur-Yellow. A new color; very deli-
cate lemon; valuable for bouquets. 5 cts.

ANTIRRHINUM (Snapdragon). An old favorite for
summer and fall flowering. Half-hardy perennial.
Dwarf mixed. Flowers of many colors. 5 cts.

New Giant Fragrant. The flowers of this new
strain are of very large size, very fragrant, and are
produced on immense long spikes, which render
them extremely well adapted for cut-flowers. They
are easily raised from seeds, and will grow and
bloom in almost any rich, sunny bed. Spring seed-
lings begin to bloom by midsummer, and if the
flowers are cut freely, the flowering will be continu-
ous till fall. If intended for winter-flowering in the
house, cut them well back in September. 10 cts.

Coral-Red. A magnificent rich color.
Golden King. Pure golden yellow.
Giant White. Beautiful cut-flowers.
All Colors Mixed.

AQUILEGIA (Columbine). Hardy perennial;
showy. Double mixed. 5 cts.

ASPARAGUS Sprengeri (Emerald Feather). One of
the best plants to grow in suspended baskets, for
greenhouse or for outdoors in the summer. The
fronds frequently grow 4 feet long and fare now

very

Asparagus Sprengeri, continued
considered indispensable in all fine decorations;
grows readily from seed. Pkt. (15 seeds) Io cts.

ASPERULA. Very pretty dwarf plant, very much
admired for its delightful odor; valuable for bed-
ding and cut-flowers. Choicest mixed. 5 cts.

ASTERS are beautiful annual plants. The seed should
be sown under glass and transplanted into rich,
loose soil. They need plenty of water.

German Quilled. Mixed colors. 5 cts.
German Globe. Mixed colors. 5 cts.

BALSAM (Lady Slipper, or Touch-me-not). A family
of beautiful annuals. Rich soil and deep culture is
necessary in order to produce large, showy flowers.

Camellia-flowered. Very fine mixed. I0 cts.
Fine Double Mixed. 5 cts.
Dwarf Double Mixed. 5 cts.

BALSAM APPLE. Curious climber, with ornamental
foliage and golden yellow fruit which opens when
ripe, showing the seed and carmine interior. 5c.

BRACHYCOME (Swan River Daisy). Free-flowering,
dwarf-growing plant, covered during the greater
part of the summer with pretty cineraria-like
flowers; suitable for edging and small beds, or for
pot culture. Half-hardy annual.

Iberidifolia. Mixed. Light blue and white. 6
inches. 5 cts.

BROWALLIA. A profuse bloomer, bearing light blue
and white flowers. Tender annual. 5 cts.

BELLIS perennis (English Daisy). Well known and
liked by everybody. Perfectly hardy. If sown in
the fall they will bloom by February and continue
blooming until June or July. Mixed colors. Io cts.

CALENDULA. Handsome hardy annual, commonly
called Cape or Pot Marigold. It blooms con-
tinuously all season; of easy culture. 5 cts.

CALLIOPSIS, or COREOPSIS. One of the finest
hardy annuals. Flowers red, orange, yellow, witha
center of deep brown or purple.

Finest Single and Double Mixed. 5 cts.

CAMPANULA (Canterbury Bell). A tall, stately plant
with a rich coloring. Will bloom the first year if
seed is sown early. Mixed seed. 5 cts.

CANDYTUFT (lIberis). An excellent flower for bed-
ding and cutting; of easy culture.

White. 5 cts.

Mixed. 5 cts.

Snowflake. Extremely free-blooming new sort. The
plants grow about 7 inches high, forming a very
neat, round bush, covered with the finest pure
white flowers. This is an excellent variety, both
for pot culture and bedding outside. A continuous
bloom may be had throughout the summer by
repeated sowings at intervals of about two weeks.
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CARNATIONS, Margaret. With the simplest cul-
ture these lovely, fragrant Carnations will be in
full bloom about four months after sowing the seed.
The beautiful flowers are of a high type, exquisitely
sweet, and fully 80 per cent are perfectly double.
The range of color, marking, variegation and
shadings is simply wonderful. By planting at dif-
ferent seasons, the beautiful flowers of these car-
nations can be had all the year round. Pkt. Iocts.,
3 pkts. for 25 cts.

For other varieties, see Dianthus.
CANNA (Indian-shot). All colors, mixed. 1I0 cts.

CLARKIA elegans. Very pretty hardy annuals.
Mixed colors. 5 cts.
CASTOR BEANS. See Ricinus.

CELOSIA (Cockscomb). Very handsome and easily
grown.

President Thiers. One of the most dwarf of all
Cockscombs; bears largest crimson combs. It has
been grown in our public parks between or along-
side of rows of Golden Feverfew and Centaurea
candidissima, and, when so planted, made one of
the most brilliant strips of border bedding. It is
also a very handsome pot-plant. Pkt. 15 cts.

Crimson-feathered. 10 cts.

Mixed. 5 cts.

CENTAUREA Cyanus, Mixed (Bluebottle, or Corn
Flower). Beautiful flowers, in bloom all summer;
pretty shades of white, blue and deep rose. Hardy
annual. 114 feet. 5 cts.

CHRYSANTHEMUM frutescens (Marguerite, or
Paris Daisy). This variety, under the name of
Marguerite, has attained great popularity among
florists. The pretty star-shaped, white flowers are
freely produced and the plant will grow under
almost any circumstances. Perennial. I0 cts.

CONVOLVULUS major (Morning-Glory). A uni-
versally popular climber. MHalf-hardy annual.
Finest mixture. 5 cts.

Minor. This is one of the plants which should be
better known. The plant grows about a foot high
and its flowers possess all the richness of color
peculiar to the climbing Morning-Glory. Grows
very easily from seed, and is covered with flowers
throughout the whole season. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15c.

COSMOS. Plants 4 to 6 feet high, with fine, feathery
foliage. The flowers, resembling the single Dahlia,
though smaller, are of all shades of rose, purple
and pure white, and abundant late in the fall. For
cutting, this is one of the finest flowers grown.

Mixed. 5 cts.

Early-flowering. This early-flowering strain will
produce blooms from July to November. It is such
a strong, vigorous grower, and its fringe-like foliage
is such a pretty background for its lovely spread-

COSMOS

Cosmos, Early-flowering, continued

ing flowers of white, pink, crimson, or rosy purple
that it can hardly be spared from any garden. It
grows with the greatest freedom in any soil, but
repays right royally the best care you can give it.
It grows fast and blooms with the greatest freedom.
The plants should be set about 3 feet apart and
supported by a strong stake, for they are easily
bent by the wind. It is really one of the most satis-
factory of annuals. 10 cts.

Dwarf Early-flowering ‘‘ Dawn.’’ Like the pre-
ceding, this comes into flower early in the summer,
and continues until frost. The flowers are large and
of a beautiful white, with just a touch of delicate
pink at the base of the petals. It isa decided, most
attractive and useful novelty. I0 cts.

Giant White. Io cts.

Giant Pink. 10 cts.

CYPRESS VINE. A handsome climber with star-like
flowers and delicate foliage; height, 15 feet. Half-
hardy annual. This ranks among the very best
vines for this climate. Mixed, 5 cts.

Searlet. 5 cts. White. 5 cts.

DAHLIA. Both the single and double strains of this
magnificent race of plants may be had in the great-
est variety and beauty from seed. If planted early
and forced, they can be made to flower the first
season. Tender herbaceous perennials. Mixed, toc.

DIANTHUS (Pinks). The China and Japan Pinks
comprise many distinct and beautifully marked
varieties of rich and varied colors, and bloom con-
tinually all summer and fall, until overtaken by
severe frost; they live over winter, and bloom
finely again the second season.

Chinensis (Double Chinese Pinks). Clusters of
small double flowers; finest mixed. 5 cts.

Double Diadem. Very regular, densely double and
of all tints, from crimson-purple to deep black-
purple. MHalf-hardy biennial, blooming freely the
first season. 10 cts.

Mourning Cloak. The most striking of all Pinks.
The large, double, almost black flowers have a
clear, fringed edge of white. Pkt. 5 cts.

Snow Queen Pink. This is an extra-fine selection of
the large-flowering double white Japan Pink, the
very best strain we have ever seen. The flowers
are extremely large, often 3 inches in diameter,
and resemble a white carnation. They are produced
in great abundance and are borne on long, stiff
stems, which, combined with their lasting qualities,
render them one of the prettiest of white flowers.
PK ro cts:

Double Striped and Fringed. One of the finest of
the whole family. The flowers which are very
large and double, are beautifully fringed; greatest

variety of colors. Pkt.
5 cts.

DELPHINIUM. See
Larkspur

DIGITALIS (Foxglove)
Of very stately growth
and varied colors, bear-
ing mottled, thimble-
shaped flowers in fine,
showy spikes. The dif-
ferent species have been
much improved, and
the new large-flowered
forms are far superior
to old varieties. Hardy
perennial. 3 feet. All
-olors mixed. 5 cts.

DOLICHOS. Mixed. See
Hyacinth Bean.

ESCHSCHOLTZIA (Cal-
ifornia Poppy). A very
profuse-flowering plant,
with a fine fragrance.
Sow in open _ border
about April 1. Hardy
annual. Double mixed.
5 cts.

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ESCHSCHOLTZIA, New Giant, ‘‘ Golden West.”’
Light canary-yellow flowers with an orange blotch
at the base of each petal, forming a Maltese cross
in the center. The flowers of the old type measure
2 inches across; the flowers of these giants measure
from 31% to 6 inches in diameter, and have very
large, overlapping petals, often waved at the edges.

FOUR O’CLOCK. See Marvel of Peru.

FORGET-ME-NOT (Myosotis). The Forget-me-not
is an old favorite, bearing clusters of star-shaped
flowers. It thrives well in the shade or open border.
Hardy perennial. 10 cts.

FOXGLOVE. See Digitalis.

GAILLARDIA. Splendid bedding plants, remarkable
for the profusion, size and brilliancy of their flow-
ers, continuing in bloom during the summer and
autumn. Half-hardy annuals. 114 feet. Mixed Sc.

GERANIUMS, Splendid Mixed. Planted early, they
bloom the first summer. I0 cts.

GODETIA, Lady Albemarle. Plants compact, pro-
fusely covered with rosy carmine flowers. 5 cts.

GOURDS. Choice ornamental climbers of rapid
growth, bearing fruit of various and curious forms.
Many peculiar shapes may be grown by enclosing
the young fruits in bottles or molds; they will grow
to fit the molds exactly. Mixed seed. 5 cts.

Japanese Nest-Egg. Resembling in color, shape
and size the eggs of hens; are uninjured by cold or
wet, and therefore make the best nest-eggs. Pkt. 5c.

Dishrag. 5 cts.

Dipper Gourd. Valuable for household purposes;
makes an excellent dipper. Pkt. 5 cts.

HELIANTHUS (Sunflower). Grown both for its seeds
and showy yellow blossoms.
Mammoth Russian. As the name implies, this is
an enormous-flowered tall variety, the best to grow
for seed; the stalks may be used for fuel. 5 cts.

HELICHRYSUM (Everlasting). Flowers very large
and full, and of a good variety of colors. Cut just
before the flowers expand. Seeds germinate readily
in the open ground. Mixed. 5 cts.

HELIOTROPE. It is but little known that seed sown
in February and March will produce large, flower-
ing plants the first summer. Our mixture contains
seeds fram many named sorts, and will produce
fine plants with proper treatment. Cultural direc-
tions on package. Mixed. I0 cts.

HOLLYHOCK (Althza). The seed we offer of this
well-known flower is especially fine. Sow in June
or July and plants will bloom the next summer.
Hardy perennial. Double Mixed. Io cts.

Red. 10 cts. White. I0 cts.

HYACINTH BEAN (Dolichos). Splendid climber,
with abundant clustered spikes of purple and
white flowers, followed by very ornamental seed-
pods. Tender annual. Io to 20 feet high. 5 cts.

ICE-PLANT (Mesembryanthemum). An odd plant
of dwarf habit, with leaves covered with crystal
globules, from which it takes its name. 5 cts.

IPOMCGA grandiflora (Moonflower). A very de-

sirable climber, not unlike the morning-glory in
form. It grows with wonderful rapidity, and will
completely cover the side of a house in one season.
As its name implies, it blooms only in the night,
covering the vines with enormous white flowers,
5 to 6 inches in diameter, with a five-pointed star
in the center. Fragrant. A profuse bloomer. Start
seed early in boxes, and transplant plants as soon
as safe. Half-hardy annuals. 10 cts.

Heavenly Blue. Foliage very large, heart-shaped;
flowers 4 to 5 inches across, in large clusters and
produced in such abundance as to nearly hide the
foliage. Color most magnificent sky-blue. Pkt.
(12 seeds) I5 cts.

JAPANESE HOP. A wonderful new annual climber
from Japan, growing with great rapidity and hav-
ing very dense foliage. Color is a live green. It is
undoubtedly one of the best climbers for covering
verandas, trellises, etc. 20 feet. Hardy annual.
Pkt. 10 cts., 3 pkts. for 25 cts,

JAPANESE MORNING-GLORIES. By all odds the
grandest of all climbing plants. The flowers, which
often attain the enormous size of 5 or 6 inches in
diameter, are of the most exquisite beauty, em-
bracing white, rose, purple to almost black, crim-
son, blue, mottled, striped, penciled, bordered,

and an indefinite number of

ihe most beautiful combina-
tions. Vines grow quickly, and

30 to 40 feet in height. Io cts.

ESCHSCHOLTZIA

LARKSPUR. Noted for the richness of their colors.

Double Dwarf Rocket. Finest mixed. 5 cts.

Emperor. A single plant has 50 or more erect spikes
of flowers. 5 cts.

Tall Rocket. Double mixed. 5 cts.

LOBELIA. Very pretty dwarf plant, with blue, white,
crimson and rose-colored flowers. Excellent for
baskets. Half-hardy annual. 5 cts.

LUPINUS (Sun Dial). Long spikes of brilliant fiowers.
Mixed annual. 5 cts.

MARIGOLD (Tagetes).
Half-hardy annual.
African Double Mixed. 5 cts.
Double French Mixed. Dwarf. 5 cts.

MARVEL OF PERU (Four O‘clock).
perennial. Fine mixed. 5 cts.

MAURANDIA. Graceful climber for greenhouse,
parlor, basket or outdoor purposes. Tender peren-
nial, blooming first season. 6 feet high. Choicest
kinds mixed. I0 cts.

MIGNONETTE. Hardy annual. Best sorts.
Golden Queen. A very fine new variety; flowers
golden hue; effective; of pyramidal habit. 5 cts.
Machet. Dwarf, of delicious fragrance. Io cts.
Reseda odorata. Large-flowering. 5 cts.

MIRABILIS. See Marvel of Peru.
MOONFLOWER. See Ipomea grandiflora.
MYOSOTIS. See Forget-me-not.

NASTURTIUM. This plant is and always will be
justly popular. It grows in almost any soil, and
withstands heat and drought as few other plants
can. The dwarf varieties make very fine beds,
while the tall are excellent for trellises, porches and
lattices. The seeds are used as a substitute for
capers. Hardy annual.

Dwarf Mixed. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 14lb. 35 cts.
Tall Mixed. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., Mlb. 35 cts.
Chameleon. This new strain of Nasturtiums is a
most remarkable advance in this brilliant family.
We find that in richness and variety of colors it
surpasses any other strain, and is also unique in
bearing flowers of quite distinct colorings on the
same plant, some clear, deep crimson, others
blotched on light ground, and others mottled.
Tall Chameleon. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 25 cts.
Lilliput (New) Improved. A very special selection
of this distinct and free-blooming class; each plant
forms a small, compact bush, with an immense
number of small blooms thrown well above the

Handsome double flowers.

Half-hardy

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PANSY

Nasturtium, Lilliput (New) Improved, continued.
foliage, and asa bedding plant is far superior to the
Tom Thumb varieties. This selection also contains
a much larger number of colors; in fact, as many
as thirty or forty shades. The great charm of this
novelty is that it throws its bloom so well above the
leaves; in fact, in almost a pyramidal form, as it
throws up a short stem in center of the plant cov-
ered with bloom. Choice mixed colors. Pkt. 5 cts.,
l4oz. 10 cts., oz. 15 cts., lb. 50 cts.

NIGELLA (Love-in-a-Mist). An odd plant with cu-
rious flowers and seed-pods. Hardy annual. Best
mixture, 5 cts

PANSY. We feel safe in saying that our Pansies ar:
the best to be had. We import them directly from
the German growers. The seeds should be sown
early in rich beds, thereby producing early blooms
which miss the heat of summer.

Choice Mixed. 5 cts.

German Mixed. This isa mixture of several strains
from different German growers. Very large and
fine. Pkt. Io cts., 3 pkts. for 15 cts.

Mammoth Butterfly. The flowers are very large,
of good form and substance and produced freely.
In coloring they are varied, seldom two alike ina
hundred plants. They are mottled and spotted,
streaked, tigered and splashed, while the colors
are mainly those rich wine-reds, chocolate, velvety
red-brown, lavender, violet and purple shades
which are found only in a Pansy blossom. Pkt.
Ly CtS: 2a DKtS Lote 5ucrss

Trimardeau Mixture. Flowers large, with a dark
blotch on the three lower petals. Pkt. 10 cts.,
2) pkts: tor 25: ets:

PETUNIA. Most valuable plants, succeeding well
everywhere. They are particularly showy in beds
or masses, and are universal favorites on account
of their richness of color, fragrance and continuous
blooming.

Hybrida. Finest mixed. 5 cts.
Striata. Flowers beautifully striped. 10 cts.
Belle Etoile. Starred and blotched. Pkt. 10 cts.

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PHLOX DRUMMONDII. No flowers
are more showy or brilliant than
those of this popular annual, which
thrives so generally throughout our
country. We know of no plant more
easily grown, or which gives better
satisfaction. It should be in every
flower garden.

Finest Mixed. All colors. 5 cts.

Star. 5 cts.

Large-flowering Sorts—
Alba. Pure white, extralarge. roc.
Intense Scarlet. Pkt. ro cts.
Pink, — Pkt. 10 cts:
Black-Brown. Pkt. 10 cts.

POPPY. A tall plant, bearing very large
and brilliantly colored flowers; very
pretty as a garden center, or planted

in clumps. Hardy annual. Mixed.
5 cts.
Improved Double Mixed. For daz-

zling richness and variety of colors,

the flowers are unequaled. Simply

scatter the seed in the open ground,
and a mass of beauty will result
which will amply repay the grower.

PAta 5) CtS5nOZn 5 eCts:

Shirley. A new strain of marvelous
beauty. The colors range through
all shades of delicate rose, pink, car-
mine and brilliant crimson. Many
of the flowers are edged with white.
5 cts.

New Giant White Fringed (Maid-of
the-Mist). A magnificent new, single
peony-flowered white Poppy. The
flowers measure from 7 to 9g inches
across; the petals are very large, over-
lapping, daintily incurved, deeply

and irregularly fringed. 10 cts.

New Dwarf Shirley Poppy. Our strain is one of
superlative excellence, and many beautiful new
forms will be found in it. They are especially
strong in shades of terra-cotta and combinations of
this with pink and scarlet. If gathered early in the
morning, while the dew is still on them, and before
the rays of the hot sun have affected them, and
placed in water, they will last in all their beauty
for forty-eight hours.

Ibe AKG) CUS, Os OO Cis

Red. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 75 cts.

White. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 75 cts.

Tulip. A very unique and beautiful variety of
Poppies, resembling closely the tulip. 10 cts.
PORTULACA (Sun Plant). A small trailing plant,
bearing pretty delicate flowers. It thrives in a
sandy soil, with plenty of light and heat. Hardy

annual.

Fine Single Mixed. 5 cts. Double Mixed. toc

RICINUS, or CASTOR BEAN. Good for ornament
or shade for young plants. Pkt. 5 cts.

SALVIA (Flowering Sage). A favorite greenhouse and
bedding plant, bearing long spikes of flowers in
great profusion from July to October. MHalf-hardy -
perennial, blooming the first year from seed. 3 feet.

Searlet. 5 cts

SCABIOSA (Mourning Bride). One of our handsomest
summer border plants, producing in great profu-
sion very double flowers in a variety of shades and
colors. Hardy annual.

Finest Varieties Mixed. 5 cts.

STOCKS (Gilliflower). Select German Ten-Weeks.
Fine mixture. I0 cts.

SILENE (Catchfly). A dwarf plant; pretty for spring
bedding or rockwork. Hardy annual. Mixed, 5 cts.

SUNFLOWER. See Helianthus

SWEET VIOLET, The Czar. Large-flowering, blue.
10 cts.

Blue Sweet Violet. The old-fashioned sort. 5 cts.

SWEET WILLIAM (Dianthus barbatus). Hardy
annuals; universally popular. Fine mixed. 5 cts.

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SWEET PEAS. A few years ago we were afraid to rec-
ommend Sweet Peas for Texas, as our experience
had shown us that the plant generally died as soon
as it began blooming, or oftener before it began to
bloom. But now we understand better what, when
and where to plant and how to care for them.

In the first place, the strongest and hardiest sorts
should be planted and they should be planted early.
February is the month for Texas, though they may
be planted as early as December in a sheltered
place. And they should be planted deep. Dig
a trench 6 inches deep, in good soil. Sow the
peas in the bottom of this and cover with 2
inches of soil; as the plants grow, continue to fill in
the trench. When 6 or 8 inches high, furnish sup-
port for the vines. They should be watered freely,
especially while blooming. The flowers should be
picked every day and not allowed to go to seed.

Prices except where noted: Pkt. 5 cts.,oz. 10 cts.,
Yb. 25 cts., lb. 75 cts.

Blanche Burpee. White.

Black Knight. Almost black.

Blanche Ferry. Bright rose-pink; wings creamy
white, tinted with rose

Brilliant. Bright red.

Captain of the Blues.

Emily Eckford. Rose-purple.

Firefly. A deep scarlet.

Golden Rose. Primrose, with light pink.

Gorgeous (Burpee’s). Salmon-orange.

Her Majesty. Soft rose, deep and glowing.

Katherine Tracy. Soft rosy pink, lighter at edges.

King Edward VII. Novelty.

Mars. An intense glowing scarlet.

Navy-Blue (Burpee’s). Deep glowing violet-purple.

New Countess. Lavender.

Prima Donna. Pure pink.

Royal Rose. Deep rosy pink.

Senator. Purplish maroon, heavily striped on a
white ground.

Sadie Burpee. Pure white.

Salopian. Crimson-scarlet.

Eckford Mixture. This includes many of Eckford
choice varieties in all colors. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts.

All Colors Mixed. Only choice varieties in splendid
MIXtILes Kt. 5=Cts.,,0z. Loc. Yilb. 20c:, Ib. 6oc.

VERBENA. Fine for mounds, vases, etc. Half-hardy
perennial. Finest mixed. I0 cts.
White. Extra choice. Pkt. 15 cts., 2 pkts. for 25 cts.
Brilliant Scarlet. Pkt.15 cts., 2 pkts. for 25 cts.

VINCA (Madagascar Periwinkle). Splendid house and
bedding plants, 18 inches high, with glossy green
leaves and circular flowers.

Alba Pura. Clear pure white; like the above in other
respects. I0 cts.

Rosea. Fine rose-color. Fine for cutting. Io cts.

Mixed. Seeds of the above two varieties in mixture.
Gucts:

WALLFLOWER. A plant much esteemed for beds and
borders. Very fragrant; handsome flowers in many
shades of purple, orange and chocolate. Half-hardy
perennial. Finest mixed, double. 5 cts.

ZINNIA elegans. A very showy and popular flower;
appropriate for bedding, pot culture and cutting,
for which it is well adapted. Half-hardy annual.
Z. elegans is the earliest bloomer of all.

Mixed, Yellow, Red and White, 10 cts.

SWEET PEAS

Our Wild Flower and Children’s Garden Seed

_ Nothing appeals so instantly to a young fancy as bright colors and beauty of form; and the influence on the
mind, when in its most receptive state, of a constant association with nature and its beauties, will be found to

create beneficial impressions, lasting a lifetime.

This mixture embraces over 100 sorts of easy-growing flowers
most suitable for any bare or unsightly spot in the yard, to sow along fences, or embankments, etc.

All the cul-

tivation necessary is some thinning out where the plants are too crowded and to keep the spot clear of weeds.

Bulbs for Fall Planting

THESE WILL BE IN STOCK AFTER SEPTEMBER 1

Large pkt. 5 cts.

Calla Lilies

Monsters, 35 cts. each, by mail Io cts. extra. Large
25 cts., by mail, 7 cts. extra. Small, 15 cts., by mail 5
cts. extra.

Chinese Sacred Lily, or Joss Flower

The flowers of this variety of Polyanthus are of a
satiny white color with golden yellow cups. The dark
green foliage is exceedingly luxuriant and beautiful. It
is the sort grown by the Chinese from time immemorial
to decorate their sacred temples or joss-houses on their
New Year’s Day. 15 cts. each, 25 cts. for 2; by mail.
20 cts. each.

Lilium
Harrisii. The true Bermuda Easter Lily. The
flower so commonly forced for Easter, and known as
Easter Lily. The long, white, trumpet-shaped flowers
are of delicious fragrance and seem a fitting symbol for
that day. 25 cts. each; by mail, 30 cts.

Candidum. Ready in September. The peerless
white Lily, queen of the garden. Although old and
common, this is still one of the finest single clear white
flowers in cultivation and no garden, however small,
should be without at least one plant of this beautiful
variety. It should be planted in the fall. 20 cts. each,
$2 per doz., postpaid.

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BED OF HYACINTHS AND TULIPS

Narcissus

Paper White Grandiflora. An improved, large-
flowering form of the Paper White, possessing all the
good qualities of that popular and easily-grown variety,
and which, on account of its larger flowers, is now the
principal forcing sort. 35 cts. per doz., by mail 45 cts.

Albus plenus odoratus. Pure white, with many
petals; sweet-scented. 25 cts. per doz., by mail 30 cts.

Incomparable. Double yellow, large and fine. 25c.
per doz., by mail 35 cts.

Von Sion. (First size). The old, well-known,
Double Yellow Daffodil. Large, double, golden yellow,
extra fine for forcing or outdoor culture. This is the true
double trumpet-shaped variety, so largely used for
cut-flowers. 40 cts. per doz., by mail 50 cts.

Poeticus ornatus. Pure white, yellow cup, mar-
gined scarlet; very early. 15 cts. per doz., by mail 20c.

Trumpet major (Single Von Sion). A large and
shapely flower of a rich yellow color throughout; an
excellent sort for forcing, bedding or naturalizing. 25
cts. per doz., by mail 35 cts.

Emperor. A deep yellow, very large single; one of
the finest of all Narcissus. $1 per doz.

Empress. Yellow trumpet; white perianth. Similar
to Emperor except in color. $1 per doz.

Jonquils

Always a favorite for its bright yellow, deliciously
fragrant flowers, which are abundantly produced on
stems about a foot long, each bearing a cluster of florets.
They are very popular as cut-flowers, and can be
successfully grown by every one. 20 cts. per doz.,
by mail 25 cts.

Freesia

Bears peculiar clusters of white flowers, which last
a long time and have a delicate fragrance. The bulbs
force easily and will come into bloom in January and
February. 25 cts. per doz.

Tulips

A grand mixture of early-flowering sorts, growing the
same height and blooming together. A large variety of
colors.

Double Mixed. 25 cts. per doz., by mail 30 cts.
Single Mixed. 25 cts. per doz., by mail 30 cts.

Crocus

Among the earliest to blossom in spring is this beauti-
ful little flower, lifting its head almost before the snow
has disappeared. Io cts. per doz., by mail 12 cts.-

Oxalis

Admirably adapted to house culture, and nothing is
prettier for window plants, as they flower freely, are in
bloom a long time, and are remarkably free from in-
sects. The flowers are of various shades of yellow,
pink, red and white, and are often very fragrant. Plant
in pots, six or eight bulbs in a pot, and cover about
one inch deep.

Buttercup. Yellow. 25 cts. per doz.

Hirtea. Pink. 25 cts. per doz.

Mixed. 15 cts. per doz.

Hyacinths

Roman. White. 60 cts. per doz., by mail 70 cts.

Dutch. Red, pink, white, purple and blue. 65 cts.
per doz., by mail 75 cts.

Named Hyacinths

The following are much larger and finer than the
ordinary mixed Hyacinths. $1.25 per doz., by mail $1.40.

Alba superbissima. Snow-white, with large, com-
pact truss.
Grandeur a Merville. Pure white; gran1 spikes.

La Grandesse. Large bells, pure white; truly a
grand sort.

Mad. Vanderhoop.
spike.

General Pelissier. Crimson-scarlet, splendid spike.
Early.

Gertrude. Rosy pink, large spike; splendid b'oomer.

Maria Cornelia. A fine red.

Marie. Deep purple-blue, with light blue stripes;
large trusses.

Grand Maitre. Large spike; blue, shaded porcelain.
Regulus. Fine blue; large, erect spike.

King of Yellows. One of the finest. It is truly a
king of its color.

Pure white, larg> bells; erect

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Vegetable Seeds

Following is a list of Vegetable Seeds generally planted by the market-gardeners around Fort Worth,

and includes the varieties best adapted to Texas.

NoticE.—While we exercise the greatest care to have all our seeds pure and reliable and true to name, we do
not give any warranty, expressed or implied, and will not, in any way, be responsible for the crops. If the purchaser
does not accept the seeds on these conditions, they must be returned at once. : ;

When Packets, Ounces and Pounds are ordered at list prices, they will be mailed free of postage.

When Pints and Quarts are ordered by mail at list prices, 15 cts. per quart or 8 cts. per pint must be added

for postage.

Fifteen cents must be added to every order for seeds in bulk, from a peck up to two bushels; this is to cover

cost of seamless sacks in which to ship the seeds.

PACKET SEED DISCOUNT

This does not refer to seeds offered by weight or measure, but to seeds in packets only, nor does it refer to

Potatoes, Onion Sets, or Bulbs.

For 25 cts. you may select six 5-cent packets of Vegetable or Flower Seeds.

For 50 cts. you may select thirteen 5-cent packets of Vegetable or Fiower Seeds

For $1 you may select seeds in packets to the amount of $1.30. x
For $2 you may select seeds in packets to the amount of $2.75.

For $5 you may select seeds in packets to the amount of $7.25.

Market-gardeners should write for special prices, stating quantity of each sort of seed wanted.

Artichoke

Green Globe. Pkt. 10 cts., oz. 30 cts.

Asparagus

Conover’s Colossal. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., W4lb.
20 Cts., lb. 60) Cts:

Columbian Mammoth White. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io
ets, J4lb=2oxctss lbee75.cts?

Asparagus Roots. When roots instead of seeds are
planted, the Asparagus bed is ready for use a year or
two earlier, thus saving both time and trouble. The
extra expense is comparatively light, and the beds last
a long time. $1.50 per 100. Write for prices on large
lots.

Beans
If Beans are sent by mail, add 15 cts. per quart
for postage

DWARF, or BUSH

Improved Extra-Early Red Valentine. Pkt. Sc.,
qt. 25 cts., pk. $1.50.
Burpee’s Stringless Green-Pod. Qt. 30 cts.,

pk. $1.75.
ee German Black Wax. Pkt. 5 cts., qt. 30 cts.,
pk. $2.

Pencil-Pod Wax. Pkt. 5 cts., qt. 35 cts., pk. $2.
Golden Wax. Pkt. 5 cts., qt. 30 cts., pk. $1.75.
ee Kidney Wax. Pkt. 5 cts., qt. 35 cts.,

pk. $2.
Improved Golden Wax.
pk. $1.75.
Henderson’s Bush Lima. (Qt. 35 cts., pk. $2.
Davis’ Kidney Wax. (t. 30 cts., pk. $2.
Giant Stringiess. Qt. 30 cts., pk. $2.
Black Valentine. Qt. 25 cts., pk. $1.65.

POLE, or RUNNING

Kentucky Wonder. Blossoms white, pods green,
very long, often reaching 9 to 10 inches. Pkt. 5 cts.
qt. 40 cts.; by mail, 55 cts.

Lazy Wife. Ot. 40 cts.; by mail 55 cts.

Rik Sects uct.» Oucts:.

,

Large Lima Pole Beans. Qt. 40 cts.; by mail 55 cts.

Beets

Bastian Early Blood Turnip. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Ioc.,
Alp 2erets.,-lb. 55 cts.

Early Egyptian. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 1octs., 4lb. 20 cts.,
Ib. 60 cts.

Eclipse.
60 cts.

Half-Long Blood.
20 cts., lb. 60 cts.

Smooth Long Dark Blood. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.,
Wilb=20rcts., Ib.55 cts

Ica 5 Cts:, OzeslOvcts,,. 2 glbs2o. cts, Lbs

Pkt) CUS, .OZ-6 FOLCts= Alb.

Mangel-Wurzels

Stock-feeding varieties. Sow 6 to 8 lbs. to acre

The following varieties, used for stock-feeding, are
easily grown and harvested, and their value for this
purpose cannot be overestimated. They keep well dur-
ing the winter and furnish a great abundance of cattle
food at small cost. We make special prices when ordered
in quantity.

Norbiton Giant, or Red Mammoth Mangel.
Enormous size and very productive. Oz. 5 cts., 4lb.
1S ClSo, Mle Ais GES:

Golden Tankard Mangel. Oz. Io cts., 4lb. Isc.,
Ib. 45 cts.

Sugar, White French. Roots long and smooth
and grows to a large size. Oz. 10 cts., lb. 15 cts.,
Ib. 45 cts.

Brussels Sprouts
Pkt. & Cig OF, 20 Cis,

Cauliflower
Early Snowball. Pkt. 20 cts., oz. $2.50.

Carrots

Danvers. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts.,
lb. 90 cts.
Early Oxheart, or Guerande.
ets lb sZorcts libapin-
Half-Long Scariet Nantes. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.,
lb. 30 cts., lb. $1.

Long Orange. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. ro cts., 14lb. 25 cts.,

Ib..90 cts.
Cabbage

Realizing the vital importance of having our Cabbage
seed absolutely pure, fresh, reliable, and of the very
best strains, we have taken pains to procure the seed
of the leading Cabbage seed specialists in America.
Growers cannot afford to plant cheap seed if the qual-
ity is thereby lowered.

All-Head Early. Very tender and of fine quality.
iets Ss CIS, O44 25 CS, Wilds Wis CEs

Early Flat Dutch. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4lb. 50
tS pissOr

Early Jersey Wakefield. A select strain. Pkt. 5c.,
oz. 25 cts., 4lb. 75 cts.

Early Winnigstadt.
50 cts.

Early Drumhead. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 4Ib. 50c.

Henderson Early Summer. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts.,
I4lb. 60 cts.

Large Late Drumhead.
W4lb. 50 cts.

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Cabbage, continued

Mammoth Rock Red. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts.

Premium Late Flat Dutch. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts.,
lb. 60 cts.

Succession. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., W4lb. 75 cts.

Surehead. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4lb. 65 cts.

** The Charleston,”’’ or large type of Wakefield.
Oz. 25 cts., 4lb. 90 cts.

Late Drumhead. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 4lb. 65c.

Collards

Georgia. Collards are largely used as ‘‘greens”’ in
some parts of the country, especially the South. They
are a form of the cabbage, bearing new leaves as the
old ones are pulled off. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. toc., M4lb. 35c.

‘

Celery

Half-Dwarf. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts.
White Plume. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts.
Boston Market. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts.

CELERIAC (Turnip-rooted Celery)

A variety of Celery having turnip-shaped roots, which
are cooked and sliced and used in vinegar, making a
most excellent salad. Pkt.5 cts., oz. 20 cts.

Cucumber

The Cucumber crop was almost a total failure the
last two years, thus causing the greatest shortage ever
known.

Evergreen White Spine. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts.,
4|b. 35 cts.

Arlington White Spine. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts.,
lb. 35 cts.

Early Frame, or Short Green. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10
cts., 4lb. 35 cts.

Improved Long Green. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts.,
Y4lb. 35 cts.

Early Cluster. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 2 oz. 15 cts.,
T4albe25nCtss, ub..9ONCEs.

Chicago, or Westerfield Pickling. Pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. Io cts., 2 oz. 20 cts., lb. 30 cts., lb. $1.

Cool and Crisp. Pkt.5 cts., oz. 1octs., 4lb. 25 cts.,
lb. 70 cts.

Corn, Sweet

Our Corn is all northern-grown, and must not be
confounded with Texas-grown stock, as it is from ten
to fifteen days earlier.

If sent by mail, add 5 cts. per pt., 10 cts. per qt.

for postage

Extra-Early Adams. Earliest good Corn. Ears
small, but well filled. Must be planted on very rich soil,

and well cultivated. Ot. 20 cts., pk. 75 cts., bus. $2.75.

SALAMANDER LETTUCE

Early Adams. Pkt. 5 cts., pt. ro cts., qt. 20 cts:
pk. 75 cts., bus: $2.75:

Improved Stowell Evergreen. Pkt. 5 cts., Di kOC:
qt. 20 -cts., pk. 90 cts., bus. $3.

Mexican June.

Price subject to market change after May 15

Eggplant
Improved New York Purple. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 4oc.,

lb. $1.15.
Endive
Green Curled. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., Y%{Ib. 45 cts.

Kale

Dwarf Curled Scotch, or German Greens. Oz.
i> Cts. 4ib= sOscts. Ibapn
Tall Green Curled Scotch. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.,

Y4lb. 30 cts., lb. $1.
Kohlrabi

CULTURE.—Same as for turnips.
Early White Vienna. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., 14lb.

70 cts.
Leek
London Flag. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts.

Lettuce

Black-seeded Simpson. A cutting variety of un-
usual merit; one of the most popular sorts. Pkt. 5 cts.,
oz, torcts, Ylb. 25 cts.ib-on.

Early Curled Simpson. Similar to above; more
curled. Price same as above.

Grand Rapids. Leaves of medium size, light yellow-
ish green, much crimped and frilled. Pkt. 5 cts., oz.
to cts., Y4lb. 25 cts., lb. $1.

Denver Market. Forms large, solid heads of light
green; very slow to go to seed. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.,
lb. 30 cts., lb. $1.10.

Deacon. Stands hot weather better than any other
of the rich buttery varieties. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts,
lib. 40 cts., lb. $1.25 .

Salamander. Large solid head. A hardy, crisp and
good eating sort,and splendid to sow fora succession of
erops:. PKt-. 5 cts-; 0z. 10 cts., 14lb.) 30 ctseal bao

Big Boston. A most desirable variety for forcing in
coldframes and for outdoor planting. Pkt. 5 cts., oz.
T5 cts;, 24) bee35.cts Ibs pr-ror

New Iceberg. The large curly leaves which cover
the outside of the solid heads are a bright light green.
It matters not whether in the early spring or the hottest
days of summer, the leaves are always crisp and
tender. Pkt. 5c., oz: 15¢:, 4lb-35e.,, Ibe or 255

Boston Curled. Early; very curly and
fringed. Showy, and a fine seller. Pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 10 cts., lb. 30 cts., lb. $1.10.

Prize Head. Plants large, deep green, so
washed with red as often to appear more red
than green, forming a head of a dense mass of
leaves rather than one like a cabbage. Pkt. 5c.,
oz.1octs., 4lb.30 cts., Ib. $1.

Passion. A large, handsome cabbage Lettuce
The leaves are golden yellow and very tender.
Fine for autumn and winter planting in the
South. Pkt: 5 cts.,.0z: 10.cts; “4lb-3orcts Ib:
$1.10.

Hanson. A_ good heat-resisting variety;
compact head; very crisp and tender. Pkt.5 cts.,
OZ-ALO1CLS +8 4 lbs Boretsenl bane

Brown Dutch Winter. A very hardy sort,
medium size, fine flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.,
Ylb. 30 cts., lb. $1.

Tennisball. Very hardy. Formsa solid head
the bright green outer leaves are very thick,
crisp, tender, and fine flavored. Pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 1octs., %lb. 25 cts., lb. 80 cts.

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ROCKY FORD MUSKMELON

Muskmelons (Cantaloupes)

Bay View. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 1octs., 4lb.3octs., lb. $1.

Baltimore, or Acme. Oblong fruit, of large size,
ribbed and heavily netted. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts.,
lb. 30 cts., lb. $1:

Chicago Market. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. to cts., 4lb. 3oc.,
Ib. $1. :
Emerald Gem. Pkt.1octs., oz. 1octs., 4lb. 3o0cts.,

Ib. $x.

Extra-Early Hackensack. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts.,
lb. 30 cts., lb. $1.

Hackensack. Large, round; of delicious flavor and
wonderfully productive. Oz.1octs., 4lb. 30 cts., lb. $1.

Paul Rose. Sweet as nectar. Pure seed. Pkt. Io cts.,
oz. 10 cts., lb. 40 cts., Ib. $1.25.

Rocky Ford, or Netted Gem. Flesh thick, green,
very sweet and high-flavored. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.,
Mlb. 25 cts., lb. 85 cts.

Cannonball, Round, without rib and densely netted
Delicious flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 14lb. 35 cts.,
Ib. $1.

Banana. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. io cts., 4lb. 35 cts., lb. St.

Watermelons

The Halbert Honey. As the name indicates,
the beautiful crimson flesh of this melon is prob-
ably sweeter than any other variety in cultiva-
tion, surpassing even the famous Kleckley
Sweets. It has scarcely any pulp and is very
melting. It isa long, dark green, slightly ridged,
blunt at both blossom and stem ends, and runs
from 15 to 30 inches in length, and from 5 to Io
inches in diameter. There are earlier melons, but
they cannot compete with this variety after it
is ready for market. It uniformly commands the
highest price, and nearly always considerably
more than the market. It is more productive
than any other variety we have seen, in all com-
bining so many good points that we feel that it is
a valuable addition to our list of melons. Pkt.
Raetssoze tO-cis... 4lb. 30 cts.; lb, Sr.

Cuban Queen. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. ro cts., 4lb
25 cts., lb. 60 cts.

Florida Favorite. Oz. 10 cts., 4lb. 25 cts.,
Ib. 75 cts.

Georgia Rattlesnake, or Gypsy. Pkt. 5 cts.
oz. 10 cts., 4|b. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts.

Gray Monarch, or Mammoth White Icing
Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4lb. 25 cts., Ib. 75 cts.

Kolb Gem. The best late melon for this cli-
mate. Pkt.5 cts.,oz-I1octs., 4lb. 20 cts.lb.6o0c.

Alabama Sweets. Equal to Icing, Kleckley
and Florida Favorite in luscious quality; long,
dark green, continuous bearer. Pkt. 5 cts., oz.
10 cts., 4b. 30 cts., lb. $1.

Pride of Georgia. Nearly round; rind dark
green, flesh bright red and very sweet; a good
market melon. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., W4lb. 25
Ctssetbre7 5. Cts.

Kleckley Sweets. This is one of the finest-
flavored melons grown. The flesh is beautiful
bright red, and heart very large and meaty.
Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4lb. 35 cts., lb. $1

Seminole. Oblong, large, productive and of
superior quality. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., lb.
DTCs ID 75 Cts:

Duke Jones. Outside color solid green. Flesh
bright red, sweet, juicy and melting. Large size;
resembles Kolb’s Gem in shape, and isa splendid
shipper, Pkt2 5c; 0z: 10c:, 4b: 15e., Ib* 6oc:

Jones Jumbo. The color of the skin is a
solid green, and the flesh is a very bright red,
particularly sweet, juicy and melting. Pkt. 5c.,
oz. 10 cts. “lbs 20! cts.. [b= 60: cts:

Sweetheart. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., \wlb.

25ctss Ib. 75,Cts:

Girardeau’s Triumph. Nearly round; coloz black-
ish blue; rind thin but firm; flesh bright red, sweet,
juicy, of unsurpassed quality and an excellent shipper.
PKs. ctss oz 210 cts, 14lbe 20) cts, Ib. 75 cts:

Bradford. Favorite in the South. Long, dark green,
lighter wavy bands. Pkt. 5c., oz. Ioc., 4lb. 3o0c., lb. $1.

Citron. For preserves, pickles, etc.

Mustard

Black. Pkt.5 cts.,oz.10cts., 4lb.15 cts., lb. 40 cts.

Giant Southern Curled. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts.,
4). 25 cts., lb. 75 cts.

White. For flavoring. Lb. 40 cts.
Chinese. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., lb. 75 cts.

Ostrich Plume. The most beautiful Mustard
grown, besides possessing a flavor superior, when cooked
to any other variety. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.; 4lb. 30
cts., lb. 85 cts.

Okra

White Velvet. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. to cts., 4lb. 20 cts.,
lb. 60 cts.

PRIDE OF GEORGIA WATERMELON

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Onions

Extra-Early White Pearl. This remarkable Onion
is the earliest and best of all white varieties. It grows
to an enormous size and shape; color pearly white, the
outer skin having a most showy, waxy appearance; flesh
pure snow-white; flavor so mild that it can be eaten
like an apple. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 20 cts., M4lb. 75 ets.,
Ib. $2.50.

Mammoth Silver King. A large variety, with
bulbs often weighing 2 pounds or more; skin silvery
white. The flesh is snowy white and of particularly
mild and pleasant flavor; very sweet, crisp and tender.
Rts) Cts .Oz2 2 Ones “lbs OOlGES aloe pera he

ONION SETS, Red, White, Yellow. Ot. 25 cts.,
free by mail.

Price by peck or bushel given on application. Be
sure to write us for prices. We can make them interest-
ing to you.

Parsley
For flavoring and ornamenting dishes

Moss Curled. Elegant ornamental leaves. Pkt. 5c.,
OZe TONGS. alba 2 Sects mu mS ec tSe
Plain, or Single. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., lb. 60 cts.

Fern Leaf. A beautiful variety and of good flavor.

Dees & CS O25 WO CS, JAllld, s40) Gis, Ids Site

Parsnips

Hollow Crown.
PKtasuetss0z 4 1O.ets. 14 lbs20rcts- alba 7O1Cts.

Peas

Postage 15 cts. per quart extra if sent by mail

Alaska. A novelty of remarkable earliness. Height
2feet. Ripensevenly. Pkt.5cts., qt.25 cts., pk. $1.25.

Bliss Everbearing. A variety maturing soon after
the Gem, and continuing a long time in bearing. Vine
stout; 18 inches. Ot. 25 cts., pk. $1.40.

TELEPHONE PEA

An old and well-known variety.

Baker Bros. Co., Fort Worth, Texas 77] ag 77

Extra-Early. Similar to First and Best. Pkt. 5 cts.,
qt. 30 cts., pk. $1.40.

First and Best. Smooth-seeded; plant heavy
PRE Fine for market. Pkt. 5 cts., qt. 25 cts., pk.
I.40.

Telephone. A wrinkled variety of very robust habit
and a great bearer. A single vine produces from 18 to
20 unusually long, well-filled pods, of largest size, con-
taining IO or II peas, often forming a double row;
height about 4 or 5 feet. Qt. 30 cts., pk. $1.75.

Peppers

Chinese Giant. Without doubt one of the very best
and largest Mango Peppers ever introduced. Its mam-
moth size, splendid shape, beautiful, rich, glossy flesh
and mild flavor all lead us to speak of it in words of
commendation. Has few seeds, hence the genuine is
necessarily high im ‘price. Pkt-) 10 cts, 407. 50mcts.
Ylb. $1.50.

Bell, or Bull Nose. Similar to Sweet Spanish, but
large and very hot. Pkt: 5 cts., oz. 25 cts.

Large Sweet Spanish. The large red variety.
generally used for pickles. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts.

Long Red Cayenne. Pods long, slim, pointed,
bright red, pungent. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts.

Ruby King. Fruit bright red; very large; can be
sliced like tomatoes and cucumbers. Pkt. 5 cts, oz.
25 cts., 4lb. 75 cts.

Small Chili Red. Very hot. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts.

Procopp’s Giant. Large size, measuring from 8 to 9
inches long and 3 inches thick. In flavor they are just
hot enough to be pleasant to the taste. Pkt. 5 cts., oz.
25 cts., lb. 75 cts.

Sweet Potatoes
Write for prices on Potatoes and slips.

Pumpkins

Cushaw. A large Pumpkin, weighing from 60 to 80
pounds; a good keeper and excellent for pies. Pkt. 5
CtSs) OZ» LOIGES = {lb 25) Ctselbaesrces:

Large Cheese. An excellent table sort; large, flat
and a good keeper. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., YWlb. 25 cts.,
lbei75uGts:

Kentucky Field. Large; round; soft shell; salmon-
color; very productive; best for stock. Pkt. 5 cts.,
WA, Ay Cts. WO. 75 Css

Tennessee Sweet Potato. Of medium size, pear-
shaped; color creamy white, lightly striped with green;
flesh thick, fine grained, dry, brittle, and of excellent
flavor. Oz. to cts., \%lb. 30 cts., lb. $1.

Large Yellow. Grows to large size and is adapted for
cooking purposes and for feeding stock. The shape is
irregular, some being round and others elongated or
flattened. It is of deep, rich yellow color, fine-grained
and of excellent quality. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., \Y4lb.
ie Crs, lly. AG) Cus,

Mammoth Tours. Immense size; often weighs 100
pounds; oblong; skin green; good exhibition sort, or
for feeding stock in winter. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 1octs., 4lb.
25 cts., lb. 80 cts.

Radishes
EARLY AND LATE

Chartier, or Long Rose. Second early; in color the
greater length of the root is scarlet and pink, while the
lower part is white. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4lb. 20
cts., lb. 65 cts.

Long China Rose. Large and mild; a fine fall
Radish. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. to cts., 4lb. 20 cts., lb. 65 cts.

New Round Scarlet China. Valuable as a winter
Radish, as well as for summer. Its handsome, round
shape, rich scarlet color and pure white flesh commend
it to all who grow it. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., lb. 30¢.,
Ib. 90 cts.

Early Deep Scarlet Olive. Pkt. 5 cts. and 10 cts.,
07, 10 cts, 4b. 20 cts] lbs 70Kcts:

Early Scarlet Turnip-rooted.
cts., 4b. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts.

PEt. 5 5Cts soz lO

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Choice Trees, Plants and Seeds for Texas a 7) 61

FRENCH BREAKFAST RADISHES

Radishes, Early and Late, continued

French Breakfast. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. to cts., 4lb.
20 cts., lb. 70 cts.

Half-Long Deep Searlet. Oz. tIocts., 44lb. 20 cts.,
Ib. 65 cts.

Long Black Spanish. Black skin, flesh white, firm
and of excellent flavor. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 7 cts., l4lb. 20
cts., lb. 60 cts.

Round Black Spanish. Similar to above except in
form Elta 5eCks.. Oe 7.Cts:,, 741 b..20.Ccts.) Ib275 ets.

Long Scarlet Short-Top. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts.,
lb. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts.

Non Plus Ultra. The earliest. Pkt. 5 cts., 14lb. 20
(cts., lb. 65 cts.

White-tipped Early Scarlet Turnip. A fancy
French variety; scarlet roots, with white tips. Pkt. 5c.,
oz. 10 cts., lb. 20 cts., lb. 60 cts.

Early Long White Lady Finger. Shape handsome;
skin and flesh beautiful snow-white. It is of very rapid
growth and its flesh is remarkably crisp, brittle and
tender. PES cts.10z 510 cts.,- 4lb. 20) ets, Ib. 65_cts.

Long Cardinal, or Long Brightest Scarlet. Tip-
ped with white. Oz. 1o cts., 4lb. 25 cts., lb. 60 cts.

Early Searlet Globe. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., M4lb.
20 cts., lb. 60 cts.

White Strasburg Summer. Large, oblong; flesh
and skin pure white. Continues to grow and remains
tender all summer. Pk. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4lb. 25 cts.

White Icicle. The finest and longest of the very
early pure white varieties. Planted in spring the
Radishes are ready for use in twenty to twenty-five
days; their long, slender form and pure white-paper
skin are most attractive when bunched for market.
Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4|b. 30 cts., lb. 90 cts.

White Turnip. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 1octs., 4lb. 20 cts.,
lb. 50 cts.

Salsify (Oyster Plant)

Sandwich Island. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 15 cts., 14lb. 50
cts., lb. $1.50.

Spinach

Savoy-leaved. Pkt. 5 cts., 4lb. 20 cts., lb. 40 cts.

Squashes

Early Bush Summer Crookneck. Pkt. 5 cts., oz.
10 cts., 4b. 30 cts., lb. $1.

Hubbard. An excellent sort in every way.
BeetSa Oa LO cts... 4ib. 40 cts., lb. $1.25.

White Bush Scalloped. The kind most commonly
planted. Early and productive. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts.,
Y4lb. 30 cts., lb. $1.

PKE.

Tobacco
Big Oronoca. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts.

Tomatoes

Aeme. A standard purple-fruited variety. Pkt. 5
cts., oz. 20 cts., 14lb. 65 cts.

Atlantic Prize. The largest, smoothest, best-flavor-
ed, brightest colored and earliest Tomato. Pkt. 5 cts.,
oz. 20 cts., Ylb. 65 cts.

Beauty. Well known; still a leading sort. Pkt. 5
cts., oz. 20 cts., 4lb. 65 cts.

Dwarf Champion. Erect, tree-shaped plant, pro-
ducing very fine Tomatoes in great abundance. Pkt.
5 cts.,.0z. 25 cts., 4lb. 90 cts.

Golden Champion. Similar to the Dwarf Cham-
pion, but of golden yellow color. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 35 cts.

Yellow Plum, or Pear. For pickling and preserves.
Fruit uniformly oval, lemon-colored and smooth-
skinned. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 35 cts.

Large Round Yellow (Golden Trophy). Firm, yel-
low flesh, with a clear, semi-transparent, yellow skin.
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Yellow Cherry. Pkt.5 cts., 40z. 30 cts.

Sparks’ Earliana. The earliest, large smooth
Tomato in the world. The most perfect of all Toma-
toes; of large, uniform size and beautiful red color;
quality almost beyond praise; ripens thoroughly all
over, the stem-end coloring up perfectly; almost seed-
less and as solid as beefsteak; most vigorous grower; a
prodigious bearer, continuing until frost. Succeeds
everywhere from Maine to California, and Canada to
Mexicon Pkt lOncts+)O7-, 5OnCts-

Dwarf Aristocrat. (New). Resembles Dwarf
Champion in habit of growth, but has beautiful rich,
glossy red fruit. Desirable for forcing or growing out-
side for early market. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 25 cts.

Turnips

_We can furnish most of the leading varieties of Tur-
nips.

Golden Ball. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., 4lb. 20 cts.,
Ib. 50 cts.

Yellow Aberdeen. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., 4lb. 20
cts., lb. 50 cts.

Early White Flat Dutch.
Y4lb. 20 cts., lb. 50 cts.

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Purple-top Strap-leaved. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts.,
lb. 20 cts., lb. 50 cts. ie
Purple-Top White Globe. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts.,

l4lb, 20 cts., lb. 50 cts.

Pomeranian White Globe. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts.,
lb. 20 cts., lb. 50 cts.

Amber Globe. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., 4lb. 20 cts.,
bees oncts:

Seven Top.
Ib. 50 cts.

Improved Rutabaga. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. Io cts., 4lb.
20 cts., lb. 50 cts.

White Egg. Pkt. 5 cts., oz. 10 cts., 4lb. 20 cts.,
Ib. 60 cts.

White Cow Horn.
20 cts., lb. 60 cts.

Extra-Early Purple-Top Milan.
TO Cts. Alb 2Onctse- Ib.) 7OEcts:

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Herbs, Sweet, Pot and Medi¢inal

Anise, Basil (Sweet), Caraway, Coriander, Cress, Dill, Hoarhound, Hyssop, Lavender, Marjoram

(Sweet), Sage, Thyme. Each, 5 cts. per packet.

Vegetable Plants and Roots

No orders shipped for less than $1. Prices net; no discount. Plants must go by express

ASPARAGUS

This is one of the first and finest relishes that come
to the table from the garden and it really requires
very little trouble in cultivation. 25 cts. per doz., $1.50

per 100.
CABBAGE PLANTS

We grow and can furnish plants of nearly all the
varieties quoted in this Catalogue. 25 cts. per doz.,
$I per 100, After April I, 40 cts. per 100, $3 per I,000.

SWEET POTATO PLANTS

Prices on application.

Grass and

WHITE CLOVER. Largely used in making “‘lawn”’
mixtures, and is highly esteemed as forage for bees.
60 lbs. to the bus. Lb. 40 cts. (by mail, 50 cts.).

KENTUCKY BLUE GRASS. For pasture and
ewe Lb. 40 cts., free by mail; $3 per bus., by express
only

RED-TOP GRASS. Valuable for moist soil; 25 to
30 lbs. to the acre. Lb. 20 cts., free by mail; $1.50 per
bus., by express only.

ORCHARD GRASS. Extremely hardy; one of the
earliest to start in the spring. Sow in spring or fall, 144
to 2 bus. per acre. Lb. 30 cts., free by mail; $2.50 per
bus., by express only.

BERMUDA SOD. Planting sod is the surest way of
getting a stand of Bermuda Grass. Chop the sod into
small pieces, scatter broadcast and cover with a plow.
The Bermuda will soon come through the ground and
spread rapidly. $1.50 per barrel, $12.50 for 10 barrels.

BERMUDA GRASS. Our best lawn grass, and also
excellent for pasture. Should be sown in spring. 2 lbs.
to the acre, bs 85) cts:

JOHNSON GRASS. This is a very fine grass and
makes splendid hay. Should be planted where it can

HORSE-RADISH ROOTS

Small roots, 25 cts. per doz.

TOMATO PLANTS

All the leading and popular varieties. 25 cts. per
doz., $1 per 100. After April 1, 50 cts. per 100, $4 per

I,000.
PEPPER, EGGPLANT and SAGE

Pot-grown, 50 cts. per doz.

RHUBARB ROOTS

Io cts. each, $1 per doz.

Clover Seeds

be kept isolated as the seeds soon spread; very hard to
kill. Lb. 25 cts., free by mail. Prices on large lots given
on application.

RESCUE GRASS. A southern winter pasture grass;
comes up in the fall with first cold weather, lives or
grows through the winter, sometimes making fine pas-
ture before Christmas, depending on soil, season and
location, and makes seed in May or sooner. It then
dies down, coming next fall from the seed. It requires
about 20 to 25 lbs. to sow an acre. Lb., by mail, 30 cts.;
by express, lb. 20 cts., 100 lbs. $15.

FANCY MIXED LAWN GRASS SEED. Nothing
adds more to the attractiveness of a rural home than
a well-kept lawn. The first requisite is good seed. For
our Lawn Grass Mixture we use the best quality of the
finest varieties of natural grasses, embracing such as are
of neat growth, hardy, and best adapted to produce a
permanent and fine turf. The quantity required to seed
a lawn well should be from I to 1% lbs., for about 300
square feet, or an area of 25 x15 feet. Per lb., post-
paid, 40 cts.; per bus., $3.

ALFALFA. Per lb., by mail, 35 cts. Write for
special prices on quantities.

FANCY MIXED LAWN GRASS SEED

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Poultry Supplies, Etc.

STANDARD CORNELL INCUBATOR

Standard Cornell Incubators

The Standard Cornell Incubator is a machine built
for business—one that will give perfect results to the
market poultryman who is using incubators as a means
to a livelihood, as well as the amateur breeder who is
operating them for pleasure.

Prices of Standard Cornell Incubators

INOS ORE Hose. 64 hen eggs, 52 duck eggs, $14 00
INO iene spake oe 128 hen eggs, 105 duck eggs, 20 00
INO 2x Rha areas 232 hen eggs, 200 duck eggs, 29 00
ING SSa ae 364 hen eggs, 300 duck eggs, 37 OO

Noxomite Lice and Mite Powder. ‘‘ Noxomite”’ is
the finest powder we have ever seen for extermination
of vermin on poultry. It is good to dust on the chickens
and also to sprinkle around the coops and nests. It is
the only powder which is put up in tin cans, thereby
holding strength for any length of time; also not being
so subject to wasting. llb.-cans, 25 cts., by mail, 35c.;
I-lb.-cans, 40 cts., by mail, 60 cts.; 2-lb.-cans, 60 cts.

Noxomite Lice Paint. One of the finest liquids we
have ever seen for the extermination of all vermin on
poultry; also used to good advantage on cattle, horses,
sheep, hogs, etc. With a 5-gallon-can of this we send
free a Lowell sprayer. Ot. 35 cts., % gal. 60 cts.,
gal. $1, 5 gals. $4.25.

Baker’s Poultry Panacea. A guaranteed cure for
sorehead, roup and cholera. Some seasons sorehead is
the most destructive disease among poultry. A few
applications of Panacea will cure the very worst case.
It will also prevent roup and cholera, by simply using
it in the drinking water. Should be kept on hand by
every poultry raiser, even if he has but two or three
chickens. 25 cts. per bottle, 6 bottles for $1.25; can go
only by express.

Cornell’s Lice Paint. Ot. 35 cts., % gal. 60 cts., I
gal. $1., 5 gals. $4.

Conkey’s Poultry Remedies
Conkey’s Roup Cure. Large size, $1; small size,
50 cts.
Conkey’s Gape Cure. 50 cts.
Conkey’s Cholera Cure. 50 cts.
Conkey’s Limber Neck Cure. 50 cts., postpaid.
Conkey’s Lice Powder. 10 cts. and 25 cts.

Conkey’s Lice Liquid. Qt. 35 cts., 2 qts. 60 cts.
gal. $1.

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Conkey’s Head Lice Ointment. Oz.
3 02. 25 cts.

Conkey’s Healing Salve. 50 cts. per box, postpaid.
Conkey’s Egg-Producer. 25 cts.

Conkey’s Taraline. Disinfectant. Pt.
qt. 60 cts., 2 qts. 90 cts., gal. $1.50.

Conkey’s Fly Knocker. (Qt. 45 cts., 2 qts. 75 cts.,
gal. $1.25 .

Send a two-cent stamp for postage for book on poul-
try diseases. Free.

Crescent Poultry Food. 25 cts. and 5octs.

Crescent Stock Food. 25 cts., 50 cts., and $1.
Large pail, $3.

Crescent Antiseptic. For cuts, burns, bruises, etc.
50 cts. per bottle.

Cypher’s Lice Powder. 5-0z. pkg. 10 cts., postpaid,
I5 cts.; 15-0z. box 25 cts., postpaid 40 cts.; 48-0z. box,
50 cts., postpaid $1; 1o0-oz. pkg. $1 (can be sent by
express only).

Geo. H. Lee Co. Poultry and Stock

Remedies

Lee’s Germozone. For sore head and roup. 50 cts.
(by express only).

Lee’s Lice Killer. Ot. 35 cts., % gal. 60 cts., gal. $1.

Lee’s Ezg-Maker. Small, 25 cts., large 50 cts.;
25-lb. pail, $2.25.

Lee’s Insect Powder. 25 cts.

Lee’s Stock Tonic. 50 cts.

Lee’s Best Conditioner (Stock). 25 cts.

Lee’s Flyo-Curo. Qt. 35 cts., 4% gal. 60 cts.

Lee’s Worm Powder. 25 cts.

International Stock Food. 25 cts., 50cts., $1

International Poultry Food. 25 cts., 50 cts., $1.

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Pratt’s Poultry and Stock Remedies

Pratt’s Animal Regulator.
$2.50.
Pratt’s Poultry Food. 25 cts., 60 cts., $1.35.

Pratt’s Veterinary Colic Cure. 50 cts.
Pratt’s Lice Powder. 25 cts.

Pratt’s Worm Powder. 25 cts.

Security Poultry Food. 25 cts. and 50 cts.
Security Stock Food. 25 cts. and 50 cts.
Dr. Legear’s Poultry Powders. 25 cts.

25 Cts., 50) Cts. 75C:,

Lowell Sprayers

Just the thing for use in exterminating potato bugs,
tobacco, tomato and cabbage worms, and all plant
insects; also, for killing lice in poultry-houses. They
are light, strong, compact and well made. We recom-
mend them for applying lice paint, oil and other liquid
insecticides. Tin, 75 cts., brass, $1.25.

The Lowell Glass Sprayer. Has a glass tank,
thereby avoiding rust and leakage. Any quart jar will
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POULTRY SUPPLIES, ETC., continued

Cornell Trap Nest. $1.75.

Drinking Fountains. Galvanized iron. 25 cts.,
35 cts., and 50 cts.

Sanitary Grit and Shell Boxes. 50 cts. each,
$5.50 per doz.

Chick Markers. Postpaid, 30 cts.

Climax Leg Bands. 2o cts. per doz.

Cypher’s Incubator Thermometers. 60 cts.

Cypher’s Brooder Thermometers. 45 cts.

Cypher’s Safety Brooder Stove. $1.25.

Erie Egg Boxes. For shipping or handling fine eggs
we recommend the Erie Egg Boxes above all others. In
these boxes eggs can be shipped almost any distance
with safety. Small size, 15-egg capacity, 15 cts. each,
$1.50 per doz.; 30-egg capacity, 25c. each, $2.50 per doz.

Anderson Egg Box. The best for shipping in quan-
tities. 50-egg capacity, 40 cts. each.

Sunflower Seed. For parrotsand poultry. Lb. toc.,
by mail 20 cts.; by express, Io lbs. 90 cts.

Canary Seed. Lb. 10 cts., by mail, 20 cts.

Hemp Seed. Lb. 10 cts., by mail 20 cts.

Rape Seed. Lb. 10 cts., by mail 20 cts.

Mixed Bird Seed. Lb. Io cts., by mail 20 cts.;
by express, Io lbs. of the above, 75 cts.

Crushed Oyster Shells. 8 lbs. 25 cts., 100 lbs. $2.

Mica Crystal Grit. 8 lbs. 25 cts., 100 lbs. $2.

Steinmesch Chick Feed. This is probably the
best chick feed and the most popular in the United
States today. It is a mixture containing over twenty
varieties of seeds, small grains, grit, bone and beef—
absolutely sound and sweet. It is just such a food as
the old hen will hustle and scratch forall day. By using
Steinmesch Chick Feed you are giving the chicks just
what nature intended they should have. 50-lb. sack
$1.75, 100-lb. sack $3.

Sulpho-Tobacco Soap
A Wonderful ard Inexpensive Insecticide

Sulpho-Tebacco Soap isa powerful agent for the
destruction of bugs and insects. Cne or two applica-
tions will rid plants of the pests. Animals may be
washed with same solution that is used for plants, or a
lather may be made and applied with hand or sponge.
Full directions with each cake.

Destroys cabbage-, squash- and potato-bugs, currant-
worms, lice, green-fly, mealy bug, red spider, etc. Sure
death to all plant insects indoors and out-of-doors. Of
special value for spraying shrubs, fruit trees, and vines.
Produces luxuriant roses if bushes are sprayed liberally
before blooming time.

3-0z. cake makes 114 gallons prepared solution. 10
cts. Mailed, postpaid, for 13 cts.

8-oz. cake makes 4 gallons prepared solution. 20 cts.
Mailed, postpaid, for 28 cts.

1o-lb. cake makes 80 gallons prepared solution. By
express, $3.

FREE WITH EVERY ORDER, ‘‘ THE WINDOW GARDEN,’’
A BOOKLET BY EBEN E. REXFORD, GIVING VALUABLE
INFORMATION ON THE CULTIVATION OF PLANTS AND THE
EXTERMINATION OF INSECTS.

Sterlingworth Plant-Food Tablets

A new, scientific, odorless, concentrated fertilizer;
takes the place of liquid manure. Keeps troublesome
bugs from the soil; non-poisonous, uninjurious and
clean to handle; economical to use; quickly starts plants
into a healthy, vigorous growth and abundant bloom.
Trial package, sufficient for ro plants for 3 months, 10
cts.; large package, sufficient for 35 plants for 3 months,
25 cts., postpaid.

GARDEN CONVENIENCES

Flower Pots. These are carefully packed in barrels,
and delivered to the freight or express office and re-
ceipted for; they are then at purchaser’s risk.

Aqinchsaper;dOZeM su. 5p sh eee See $0 35
Bench, peri GOZeMac wt. <i at cere eee 50
G-inco sper GOZenME Aare sec \ hte. eh treet ac 75
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12-inch, 40 cts. each.

Jardinieres. We also keep in stocka good supply of
Jardinieres of various sizes and prices, from I5 cts. to
$5 each. The ones most sold are those at $1.25 to $2

each, of good style and suitable for plants in 6-, 7-, or
8-inch pots.
Saucers. Price one-half that of pots.

Earthenware Hanging Baskets. The best for this
climate. 20 cts., 25 cts. and 35 cts.

Wire Hanging Baskets. 25 cts.

Moss for Baskets. 5 cts.

Hanging Baskets. Well filled with growing plants
and vines. $1 to $1.25 each.

Bowker’s Plant-Food. Full directions go with each
package. 14lb. pkg. 25 cts.; by mail, 30 cts.

No discount on above articles

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IPBTIVetE SS psee hate 2 ee ne ee
PEON CSR: seeps ate Pee Ae

Rump kins = ase ee

Paynethnuries: ee eS ee ee
QOuinces Sia ee se eae

INACTS TCS ecg tee eee ao a ere
Rasp DELRICS acc a ene eee ee

Red Bud .
Rhubarb..

Rhus . See SG I eS

Rhynchospermum m.
Ricinus .

Roses ee
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IVUSSEII A eee act ee ee owe

Sages
Sago Palm .
Salsify

Sanseviera-.
Scabiosa .

Shade Trees for the ‘South . hese :

Silene=s a
Silla
Snapdragon
Snowball. x

Soft or Silver “Maples...
Solanum .

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Splice aaa ee ee ee ee
SGUa she Sores ee eee ay ve ey Mae ees
SEO Chis re ye eee es Beet ee rahe EE
Stok eSiae sts. Sor Sue eee eae. Pee
Straw bennieswer ts sake me sere

Swainsona...

Sweet Peas... . LS eee ee a
Siwiceigab Otatoie ssa. ae Seo ae sae

Sweet William

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WRORMAtOCS Aaa oe ed en a
MObaccope ere = aay eee
Pad esGantiat- eos se eae eye eee ee
INiitabearin gees ee
BUD ELOSES Hye cee t-te eae ae ee
FIST See eee en ee Nee hs cp eke ele

Trees,

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Vegetable Plants and Roots ......
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Merhenasei et Se
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Wallflower
Walnut.
Wandering Jew.
Water Hyacinth.

Watermelons .-..... 22+. ..2.-+ ++ -.

Weigela. .
Wild- flower Garden Seeds.

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Willow...

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