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MANZ NATURAL COLOR WORK

IRIS

tiful Flowers

Joseph Bancroft & Son

Lock Box No. 37 CEDAR FALLS. IOWA

Suggestions for Customers Ordering from This Catalogue

The time is now past when it is necessary for you to send east for your bulbs, plants, etc.

Kig-ht here in the West there are many firms that are standing- right at the head in their
representative lines. We have the soil and climate necessary to the high development of the
finest plants, shrubs and vines ana our long experience in this business enables to take advan-
tage of all these conditions, so the goods we offer can be depended on as absolutely tne best of
their class.

We discard all varieties that do not keep up with the constant advancement in the floral
world. Our list is not as large as some, but it is a catalogue of most dependable things. We
relieve you of the necessity of finding out which is best.

We do not sacrifice quality for price. Tou cannot get something for nothing. Our rapidly
growing trade is with the class of people who are willing to pay a fair and reasonable price for
merchandise of quality. We do business on this principle — one good plant that grows and
blooms is worth half a dozen that are grown so crowded and weak that they never make a good
plant, no matter how you pet and fuss with them.

This eataiogue w’ll fall into the liaiuls of a considerable number of people who have not
heretofore been acquainted with ns. We would like to do business with every one of these
people and will risk our future relations with them on a trial order. Never yet have we failed

to make patrons of a very large proportion of t
touch with all places of importance in Iowa an
phone. We receive mail several times a day, an
minimum by our system.

Krrors. If goods received are not as expect-
ed, compare with order, read Catalogue care-
fully, and if we are in the wrong, write us at
once and we will try to make it right with you.
Every just complaint w'ill have immediate at-
tention.

Remit by bank draft, express order, postoffice
order or registered letter.

To Responsible Parties goods will be sent on
approval.

Plants by Express. Have yo\ir plants, shrubs,
etc. sent by express when you can possibly do
so. Under the new ruling of plants, shrubs, etc.,
go at special rates, making the cost very reas-
onable, and plants travel much safer than by
mail. We put in extras to about cover cost of
express charged and guarantee safe arrival of
all goods by express.

Plants by Mail. On orders of 50 cts. and ovei
small plants, shrubs, vines, etc., will be sent by
mail prepaid on receipt of price.

Points on the Culture of Flowers

Treatment of Plants Received by Mail. If
plants are wilted immerse them in tepid water,
without removing the packing material, and
allow them to remain for half an hour. Then
unpack and set in small pots in rich fibrous
loam, shade from the sun and sprinkle foliage
every day, being careful not to overwater the
roots until the plants begin to grow, after
which they may be shifted to larger pots if
necessary.

Soil in Which to Pot Plants. The best soil for
most plants is composed of two-thirds well-
rotted sods (that have been previously cut and
piled up to rot) or good garden soil, and one-
third well-rotted manure, well-mixed up to-
gether. If the sods are not naturally sandy, it
is well to add some sharp sand.

Watering. Whenever the plants are dry,
water so that the earth will be saturated, and
no more. No water should be allowed to re-
main in the saucers under the pots except in
the case of aquatic plants. Soft-wooded plants
require much more water than hard-wooded
ones.

Dust. The great secret of growing plants

lose who try our goods. We are in continuous
1 the surrounding states by telegraph and tele-
1 delay in handling the orders is reduced to a

successfully in the house lies in keeping them
clean.

Drainage is of the utmost importance. Every
large pot should have at least an inch of brok-
en pot, shredded moss or charcoal placed in the
bottom.

Syriugiiig. All plants are benefited by liberal
spraying two or three times a week on the un-
der side of the leaf. Roses and carnations
should be sprayed daily, if in a warm room.

Air. Ventilate well every fine day when air
above freezing point can be admitted. Do not
allow cold air to blow directly against plants.

Insects. One of the most disgusting of these
is the Scale which attacks the Ferns, Palms,
Ivies, etc., lodging on the stem and under side
of leaf. There is no remedy but scraping off
and destroying. A severe scrubbing with an
old tooth brush and tobacco soap will remove
the scale. Mealy bugs lodge in the axils of the
leaves and are easily destroyed by using an
old tooth brush. Red spider shows itself in a
brown dried condition of the leaves and is an
indication of too dry an atmostphere. It is the
great pest of the house-grown roses. Sponge,
sprinkle or wash the leaves often and tho-
roughly, taking tepid water. The Cxi-een Fly or
Aphis, is best destroyed by tobacco smoke, if
the smoke can be confined about the plants:
otherwise a tobacco tea, made by steepiijg one
pound of tobacco stems in four or five gallons
of water, can be used. Dip tlie plants in the
liquid or sprinkle them thoroughlv with it; or
moisten the plants with water and sprinkle to-
bacco dust over them, letting them remain un-
til the usual watering washes off.

Worms in the Soil are frequently caused by
using soil not sufficiently rotted. Lime water
will usually expel them without injury to the
plant, one part lime to twent:»' parts of water,
and when clear, give one or two waterings.

Mildew. A whitish or moldy appearance of
the leaves. It is caused bv .a sudden change in
the atmosphere from great heat to cold, or bv
a draft from open windows or doors. At first
appearance dust them with sulphur.

A REAl TIFrix BED

Von very little realize
what a few dollars will
do. Thi.s photo shows
what a bed of Gerani-
ums looks like after it
gets growing'. 75 4-ln.
pot Geraniums and 75
Sweet Alysswm Plants
for border will make a
bed like this, 12 ft.
across and will make a
good showing immedi-
ately after planting for
only $11.00 by Express
at Purchaser’s expense.

A smaller Bed, 7 feet
jieross containing 35
Geraniums and 35
Sweet Alyssum Plants
for only $5.75, large
Plants ready for im-
mediate effect.

SHOW THIS to your
Park and Cemetery Su-
perintendent. It will
give them an idea of
what they can do with
a limited amount of
money — DO NOT FOR-
GET THIS.

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SWEAT PEAS

Ten packets finest varieties (all differe

5> cents

NASTURTIUM

Ten packets Dwarf and Tali (all different) for 25 cents

Bancroft’s Special Mixtures of Popular
Flower Seeds

Sweet Peas, Tall Nasturtiums, Dwarf Nastur-
tiums, Tall and Dwarf Asters (Best Special Mix-
tures). Special Offers: One packet each of the

above, representing the finest varieties possible to
produce, for 30 cents; 4 packets each for $1.00.
Bancroft’s Special Mixtures always prove satis-
factory to critical buyers, as they are made up of
the choicest named varieties, mixed by ourselves.

Popular Flower Seed for Early
Planting

inside to transplant outdoors when the weather
is warm. One packet each of the following:
Aster, Queen of Earlies ; Pansy, Bancroft’s
Special Mixture; Petunia, Giant Mixed; Alyssum,
Sweet; and one ounce of our Special Mixed Sweet
Peas. All for 30 cents; 4 packets each for $1.00.
If bought separately, would cost 50 cents.

PANSIES

Bancroft’s Special Mixture, packet 15 cents
two packets 25 cents

HARDY PLANT COLLECTIONS

HARDY PLANTS

— 8 Hardy Perennials, all different, 1 year
old for RO cts.

B — 12 small Hardy Perennials, all different,
for 50 cts. prepaid.

HARDY PHLOX

C — Eig-ht choice Hardy Phlox, our selection,
for 50 cts.

FANCY MIXED PANSIES

D — Twenty-five large plants, all ready to
bloom, for $1.00.

HARDY ROSES

E — Five two-year-old Hardy Roses for .$1.00.

PEONY

P — Five named varieties, our selection, for $1

HARDY CLIMBING ROSES

— One each. Rambler, Perkins, Belle, Queen.
Strong two-year-old plants for $1.00.

THE FOUR RAMBLERS

H — Pink, White, Yellow and Red, nice pot
plants, the four for 50 cts. Strong two-year-
old plants for $1.00.

HARDY VINE COLLECTION

I — One each of Ampelopsis Veitchii, Clematis
Paniculata, Cinnamon Vine, Honeysuckle;
all strong plants for 75 cts.

HARDY SHRUB

J — For $1 we will send six Hardy Ornamental
Shrubs, our selection of sorts, 3 to 4 feet
high.

TENDER PLANT COLLECTIONS

CANNAS

K — Eight different varieties of the ever-
blooming Gannas, for 50 cts.

DAHLIA COMBINATION

L — Eight Dahlias, all different, for 50 cts.

GLADIOLUS

M — Twenty-five Gladioli, best mixed variet-
ies for 50 cts., our selection. Or 10 named
varieties for 50 cts.

TUBEROSE

N — Twelve choice bulbs for 25 cts.

CARNATIONS

O — Eight Grand Carnations, all different
shades, for 50 cts.

CALADIUM ESCULENTUM

P — Three good bulbs for 25 cts., or three
large bulbs for 50 cts.

ROSE COLLECTION

Q, — Eight beautiful Everblooming Roses for
50 cts., small plants; all different colors
and shades.

GERANIUMS

R — Te>^ beautiful Geraniums for 50 cents.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

S — Ten Chrysanthemums, all different for 50

TENDER COLLECTION OF LARGE ROSE

PLANTS

T — Ten fine plants all ready to bloom, all dif-
ferent, from 3-in. pots, for $1, by express at
purchaser’s risk. This collection will give
you results..

SURPRISE COLLECTION OF BEDDING PLANTS

READY AFTER JUNE 1. Every year we have a surplus of some special varieties of bedding
plants, such as Roses, Cannas, Geraniums, etc. Those who have a bed they wish to fill late in
the season will find this collection of exceedingly liberal value. Orders booked at any time and
filled in rotation after June 1. $1 for 20; $2 for 50; $3 for 100.

JOSEPH BANCROFT & SON, Cedar Falls, Iowa.

SPECIAL

OFFER

Have You Three Friends Who Love Flowers?

Send the names of three of your friends together with 25
cents and receive your choice of any one of these money saving
collections. Any five for $1.00 prepaid.

1. Five Varieties Cannas, Dormant roots, for

25 cents.

2. Five varieties of Chrysanthemums for 25c.

3. Six Fine Coleus for 25 cents.

4. Six Small Salvia Splendens for 25 cents.

5. Five Varieties Geraniums for 25 cents.

6. Six Hardy Perennial Plants for 25 cents.

7. Eight Assorted Bedding plants for 25 cts.

8. ne Asparagus Plumosa. One Asparagus

Sprengeri and one Boston Fern for 25 cts.

9. One Boston Fern, one Whitman! Fern, one

Dwarf Fern for Fern Dish, for 25 cents.
16. Sweet Peas. Ten named varieties for onlv
25 cents.

11. Bancroft’s Special Mixtures of Popular
Flower Seeds. Sweet Peas, Tall Nasturtium-s,
Dwarf Nasturtiums, Tall and Dwarf Asters,
(Best Special Mixtures.) One packet each of the
above, representing the finest varieties possible
to produce.

12. Popular Flower Seed for Early Planting

inside to transplant out doors when the weath-
er is warm. One packet each of the following
when acompanied by this card: Aster, Queen of
Earlies: Pansy, Bancroft’s Special Mixture; Pe-
tunia, Giant Mixed; Alyssiim, Sweet; Special
Mixed Sweet Peas. All for 25 cents. If bought
separately, would cost 50 cents.

JOSEPH BANCROFT & SON, Cedar Falls, Iowa.

Gentlemen: — Enclosed find

for which please send me jAssortmenf

No.

NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF FRIENDS

Your

Name

and

.Vddress

WINDOW BOX COLLECTIONS

NO HO.MF IS COMIM.ETE WITHOUT THEM

r^oxes like these,
three feet long-, can be
filled at a cost of $2
each. Four Daisies, six
good sized Geraniums
and six trailing vines,
all good strong plants
for $2.00 by express.
(Charges collect.)

Geraiiiuni.s. All colors
for beds and boxes, $1,
$1.50 and $2 per dozen.

V i II V a .s, A.siiaragus^
S|>reiig-eri jiimI Ivy Ger-
aniums at 20 cents each
or $2 i)er dozen for
large plants. Small sizes
10 cents each or $1.00'
per dozen.

Small Trailing 'Vines

in assortment at 50c per
dozen.

11 o s t o n F'ern.s for

porch baskets and win-
dow boxes 25 cents, 50
cents and $1.00 each.

STATE SIZE OP BOX AND HOW MUCH YOU WANT TO PAY AND LET US MAKE YOU UP A
COLLECTION, WE KNOW IT WILL PLEASE YOU.

Bed of Castor Beans, Cannas, Pennisetum Longistylum

oi Geranium.

S. A. Nutt Geranium and Mme. Sailer

This shows what can be done if plants are
grouped correctly. Extended descriptions and

prices will be
heads.

Castor Beans.

Small plants
Large plants
Cannas.

Small plants
Large plants
Pennisetum.

Strong plants
Geraniums.

Small size 10c each, per doz

found under their respective

,...15c each, 4 for $0.50
....25c each, 5 for 1.00

.10c each, per doz. $1.00
.20c each, per doz. 2.00

..15c each, per doz. $1.50

1.00

Medium size 15c each, per doz. 1.50

Large size 20c each, per doz. 2.00

Geraniums, Mad. Saleroi.

Small plants 18 for $1.00, per 100 5.00

Combination Bed, 10 feet in diameter. Cen-
ter, 2 Castor Beans; 1st row, 36 in. diameter, 6
Cannas 18 in. apart; 2d row, 66 in. diameter, 18
Pennisetum Longistylum, 11 in. apart; 3d row,
96 in. diameter, 24 (ieraniums S. A. Nutt, 12 in,
apart; 4th row, 104 in. diameter, 40 Geraniums
Mad. Saleroi, 8 in. apart. Larger sized beds will
be priced on request. Small size plants, $6.50;
larger size plants, $9.00. By express at buyer’s
expense.

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DAHLIAS

Eight varieties for 50 cents

CARNATIONS

Ten varieties for 50 cents

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GLADIOLUS

Ten fine named varieties for 50 cents

Bancroft’s Money Saving Collection
of Popular Plants

These collections are put up for those who want good small
plants, yet do not feel able to pay the higher prices charged for
those named in catalogs. You may ask why we can sell them
cheaper than our catalog rates. Our selections of varieties saves
us time during the busy season. We also may be short on some
named varieties and long on other equally as good varieties.
These we can use in our collections, and give you the benefit.
We sell many thousand money saving collections yearly, to
satisfied customers. Try them. We know you will be more
than pleased.

ORDER BY LETTER

All orders for our Surprise Collections will be acknowledged
and entered on our books as received. We usually commence to
send out the Collection of Tender Plants about May 1st, and
Hardy Plants the latter part of April. We cannot promise to
send them out before these dates. We cannot permit any
changes in the composition of these collections or in the time
of delivery. Always order by letter.

SPECIAL NOTICE

The collections not marked prepaid are not mailable and must
go by express at purchaser’s expense. Combine your orders,
having them shipped by express, and you will be more than
pleased with the splendid value you receive. Owing to a recent
reduction in express rates, it is economy to have them go by
express. The cost is so small and the extra value of the plants
sent will more than compensate you for the small amount of
express charges YOU will have to pay.

(All money saving collections are strictly our selection of
varieties.)

Special Notice. Plants, Bulbs and Seeds do not go at parcel
post rate, hence we cannot give reduced postage rate.

CUT FLOWERS

OTH in design work and loose flowers we stand at the head; with our large stocks
constantly on hand at all times you can safely place your order with us, being as-
sured that both the quality and the price will be right. Our facilities for growing,
storing and shipping are unexcelled. We furnish flowers for every occasion, and
those who have never tried us, will do well to give us a trial order; we guarantee
satisfaction in every way. We carry the largest stock on hand at all times of any
firm in central Iowa. Frequently persons are undecided what to order, and at times
may order flowers that are not in season. In such cases it is better to state for what
purpose they are wanted and leave the selection to us. We cannot recall any instance where we
have failed to please.

WHEX TO ORDER. Give us as much time as possible. Do not be afraid to order even a week
or two ahead. You are sure of getting just what you want. Where an order is not sent in until
the last thing, we sometimes have to substitute either in kind or color of flower wanted.

All customers will please note that orders
for early morning shipment must be in the
night before at least. Our postofflce closes
at 7 p. m. If you are not sure that your or-
der will reach us before that time, it is saf-
er to wire us. Telephone messages can be
sent after 8 p. m. at considerable reduction.

It is always best to telephone or telegraph
your order when time is limited, as you are
then sure of reaching us on time. Don’t
trust the mails too much; trains are often
late and we often do not receive orders on
time.

SUNDAY MAIL.. If your order is sent by
mail for Monday shipment, be sure and affix
a special delivery stamp if letter is liable to
reach here on Sunday, as we do not receive
our Sunday mail until Monday morning.

HOW TO ORDER. When time is .limited,
always order bv telephone or ' telegraph. If
order by mail is for immediate shipment,
please affix a speeial delivery stamp.

FLOWERS BY EXPRESS. All cut flowers,
desisrns, e+c.. packed to carry long distance
aafely, either summer or winter.

FLOWER* FY MAIL. On request we oft-
en send small boxes of loose cut-flowers by
mail, as a rule they reach their destination
all right, especially carnations, but much
prefer sending by express, as flowers carry
better and cheaper. If orders are to go out
by mail, add 25c postage.

FLOWERS FOR DELIVERY IN DISTANT
CITTES. Our arrangements are such that we
can order flowers for you from local or near-
by florists in any part of the United States.

State what you want and price you wish to
pay, and we will endeavor to place the order
where it will be taken care of right.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Cut-flowers
are strictly cash, and payment must be made
immediately on receipt of flowers. We sel-
dom send C. O. D. It often embarrasses those
who buy, and it is needless expense.

COMPLAINTS to be allowed must be made
immediately on receipt of flowers. Enchanteress Carnations.

RESPONSIBILITY. While we exercise the greatest care to have all flowers reach their desti-
nation on time, and will not ship unless we are reasonably sure they will reach you on time, we
positively will not be responsible for delays in trains, wrecks, or express agents’ negligence.

OUR SHIPPING FACILITIES. The simple fact that the great harvester companies have their
general agencies in this city is in itself a sufficient guarantee that there are none better in North-
ern Iowa.

Flowers for the House the Season Through

You enjoy having flowers in the home and having them on the table when you have a few
friends in; why not have them oftener? Part of the year you cannot grow them, but we make it
easy for you to have them whenever you like, at a small cost. Our $1.00 box of cut flowers sent
prepaid anywhere, is always suitable, whatever the occasion.

SEND FOR ONE OF OUR SPECIAL BOXES OF CUT FLOWERS.

For the home, for a party, or for a sick friend. Just mail us your card and $1.00 with the ad-
less of the person who is to receive it, and we will do the rest. We know you will be pleased.
We grow the flowers we sell — ship them fresh from our greenhouses.

HOW TO KEEP YOUR CUT FLOWERS. Very Important.

AH Design Work. Leave in the boxes and set in a cool cellar until ready to use.

Loose Flowers. Remove from boxes at once, clip ends of stems and put them in water, and
set m cellar, using a deep vase with plenty of water at bottom, and see that the stems are down
in the ^3-ter. By securing loose flowers early and keeping in water 12 to 24 hours before using,
you double the value of the flowers.

B.AjVCKOFT-S beautiful flowers for 1914.

HOLIDAYS

Owing to the extraordinary demand, it is sometimes impossible to give you exactly the kind
•f flowers ordered. We do our best, but our customers will And we can give better values In
mixed boxes of our own selection. Cut-flower o-ders amounting to $6 and over only are pre-
paid, except our special $1 boxes — and please don’t order any flowers sent by mail on holidays —
we positively cannot fill them.

DECORATION DAY

One of the hardest days of the year to supply the demand,
[f the weather is hot and damp, it is a time of poor quality
and high prices. We shall endeavor to bill all stock at most
reasonable prices, according to quality. Prices from May 28th
to June 1st will be about as follows: Roses, $1, $1.60 and $2

per donen; American Beauties, $2 and $3 per dozen; Carna-
tions, $1 and $1.25 per dozen; Jasmines, 40 cents per dozen $3
per 100;Easter Lilies, $2 per dozen,

MOTHER’S DAY

Usually observed in all churches the second Sunday in May.
Wear a flower for mother’s sake, a white one for the mother
that is dead, and a colored one for the one who is living.
Thousands observed it last year; we hope many more thous-
ands will this. Price for assorted colors, one-third white, car-
nations and short roses, 75 cents per dozen, $6 per 100. White
Carnations, medium grade flowers, $1 per dozen. White Car-
nations, our very finest, $1.25 per dozen. (Order a box of as-
sorted flowers for Mother.)

bpray Chrysanthemums

Seasonable Price List of Loose Cut Flowers

Killarney Roses.

SWEET PEAS. Season, January 1 to June 1.
26 cents per dozen; after May 1, 26 cents per

bunch of 25.

LILIES, Harrlsll and Calla. Season almost the
entire year; 20 cents each, $2 per dozen; except
December 1 to May 1, when prices of lilies are
25 cents each; $3 per dozen. Large quantities
always on hand at Easter at regular prices. AU
large buds count same as flowers on Easter Lil-
ies. Place your Easter orders early.

VIOLETS. Season, December 1 to April 16;
Single Blue, 26 cents per dozen. After March
16, 25 cents per bunch of 26.

ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS. Sprays, 25 eente
per dozen; strings, $1 each.

SPRENGERI. Sprays, 26 cents per dozen.

SMILAX. 25 cents per string of 4 to 6 feet;
$2.60 per dozen strings.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS. All the popular colors.
Season, October 16 to December 15. Good
flowers, $1 and $1.60 per dozen; fancy, $2. Very
best, $3.00 per doz,

MARGUERITES, White and Yellow. In seas-
on, 25 cents per dozen.

HYACINTHS, White and Pink Romans. Seas-
on from December 15 to March 15;76 cents per
dozen,

Dutch. January 15 to April 10, 16 cents each;
$1.50 per dozen.

NARCISSUS, Double and Single Yellow. Seas-
son, February 1 to April 10, 75 cents per dozen.
Paper WlPte. Season, December 16 to February
l.«!t: 75 cents per dozen.

Assorted Boxes of loose cut flowers and greens, suitable for any occasion, at $1, $2, $3, $6 and
$10. Try one of our $1 boxes for your sick friends. It will surprise and please them, and nothing
will cheer them more. Sent prepaid anywhere for $1.

Special Rates will be made those wishing large quantities. Send list of wants and get our
prices before you buy.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL. FLOWERS FOR 1914

Prices of Loose Roses and Carnations

Below we give a table showing about what yo u may expect to pay at the different seasons.
Others may be lower at times, but when they get a chance they will make up for it and more too.
These prices are for the very best stock.

Thanksgiving

December 22
to J .nnary 1

Easter

Nov*mber 1
to June 10

May 1 to
.June 10

.Inne 10 to
Noveinl)cr 1

ROSES.

Per Dozen

American Beauty.

Quantity limited. IMace
your order early. Price
varies according to sea-
son and length of stem.

$:5.00 to $5.00

[ $3.00 to $8.00

$3.00 to $5.00

$2.00 to $5.00

$2.00 to $4.00

$2.00 to 13.00

Kniserin and White
Killarney, Finest white

$1.50 & $2.00

$2.00 & $3 00

$1.50 & $2.00

$1. $1.50, $2

$1 00 to $1.50

$1.00 to $1.50

Pink Killarney. Finest

Pink

$1.50 & $2.00

to cu'i .pr nn

$1.50 & $2.00

ti ti ^9

$1.00 to $1.60

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3)l*UU lU ®i.OU

Perle des Jardins and
Sunburst. Yellow . .

$1.50

$1.75

$1.50

$1.00 & $1.50

; $1.00 to $1.25

$1.00 to $1.60

Richmond. Crimson

$1.50 & $2.00

$2.00 & $3.00

$1.50 & $2.00

$1. $1.50. $2

$1..50 to $2.00

$1.00 to $1.50

CARNATIONS

White, Light and Dark
Pink, Red and Variega-
ted .

75c

$1.00

75c

50c

F'ancy. Extra large,
assorted colors

11.00

$1.25

$1.00

753

Extra Fancy Selected.

$1.25

$1,50

$1.25

$1.00

75*

(See Decoration Day Price List, page 2.)

OUR ROSEIS

We have over 8,000 planted out for cut dow-
ers— -nearly 5,600 of them are Killarney. We are
better prepared to fill your orders than any
other house in this locality as we have the
stock to fill your orders all of our own growing
and you don’t have to buy re-shipped stock.

FOR PARTIES AND RECEPTIONS

Loose flowers in vases or baskets are most
suitable for table or room decoration. A car-
nation or short stemmed rose for each person
where trays are passed. Where guests are
seated at tables, one rose or carnation each for
the gentlemen, and for the ladies, two or more
tied with a dainty cord or ribbon.

PRICE OP bouquets

Buttonhole. For gentlemen. Short roses, I.*.-
each, $1 per dozen; short carnations, 5c each.
.')0c per dozen.

Corsage. For ladies. Small, 20c each, |2 per
dozen; larger, 36c each, $3.60 per dozen.

CHIFFONS, RIBBONS AND CORDS

We carry a full line of different styles and
colors.

Chiffons and Netting. Plain, white, pink, Nile
green, lavender, purple, six inches wide, 10c per
yard; eight inches wide, 20c per yard.

Chiffon Ribbon. Eight inches wide, very fine.
26c per yard.

Ribbon. Different colors and widths, lOe, lick
20c, 30c and 40c per yard.

Cords with Tassels. Small, 6c each, 6flia per
dozen; larger, 10c each, $1 per dozen.

IN DESIGN WORK AND CUT FLOWERS WE EXCEL

We have ten greenhouses devoted to growing cut-flowers and are better able to All your or-
ders, be they large or small, than any firm in .Northern Iowa.

Spray Easter Lilies

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914.

Flowers for Weddings, Receptions, Banquets, Etc.

FOR VVEDIJIIVCiS. AVliat Is Proper for the Bride. There are many forms of bouquets used. We
are illustrating- three of the more inexpensive kinds. The regular formal wedding bouquet, (No.
1.) is made of one to three dozen white Roses, according to taste, tied with three yards of ribbon!
No. 2, a small shower bouquet, made up of 18 long stemmed white Roses, with 18 short stemmed
Roses caught in the loops of the baby ribbon. For this style 20 to 40 yards of white baby ribbon
is used, and 3 to 5 yards of netting or chiffon, according to taste of purchaser. No. 3 is the floral
ring. A ring of No. 8 wire is covered with a string of Smilax and one dozen sprays of Asparagus
Plumosa. Two dozen short stemmed Roses are twined into the ring and tied with narrow gauze
ribbon or baby ribbon, and the whole tied with chiffon at the top. This ring is carried on the arm
of the bride. These are the simpler forms.

The Sheaf Bouquet is a large bunch of flowers to be carried in
a reclining position on the arm.

For the Bridesmaid and Maid.s of Honor, bouquets of similar
form to that of the bride, but pink in color, are used. Carna-
tions, Lilies, Chrysanthemums, Hyacinths, Sweet Peas, Lily of
the Valley, Orchids, are often used instead of Roses, and are'
perfectly proper.

For groom and attendants, one white rose or carnation for
each is in good taste.

The bride’s table should be very dainty. Pink and white Kil-
larney Roses, or light pink and white Carnations with Asparagus
Plumosus. If low effect
is desired, Violets. Hya-
cinths, Sweet Peas or
Marguerites may be
used.

For the guests’ tables,
large vases of Roses,

Carnations or other sea-
sonable flowers. Smil-
ax, a few Ferns or As-
paragus Sprengeri add
very much to the effect
if scattered or draped
around the table.

A STMPLE WEBDING
DECORATION FOR THE
HOME can be made as
follows: Select a corner
in the room with at
least o feet space each
way from the corner.

Stretch a wire 8 or 10
inch'ds from ceiling di-
agonal across corner.

Drape two lace curtains,
one on each side from
(No. 1) Wedding Bouquet. the center, and loop Diagram for Home Decoration.

them up with chiffon or

cord about two feet from the floor on each side. Then drape two more (a different pattern
will do), right over these and loop them up about four or flve feet from the floor. Trim these
with four to twelve strings of Smilax or a few dozen sprays of Asparagus. A large fur rug on
the floor with a few Palms and Ferns at each side and two or three at back corner, gives a
very pretty effect, with little work and expense The bridal party should stand facing the
corner, with the minister under the curtains facing the room.

DESIGNS FOR
WEDDINGS

These are hung sus-
pended on wall above
the bridal party.

Bells, $8, $10 and $12.

Bow and Arrow, $7, $9.

Yoke, SPIO.

Horseshoe, $2, $3, $4

and $5.

Lovers’ Knot, $7.00.

Bouquets, Hand. No. 1,

as illustrated, $2, $3, $5
and $6. No. 2, as illus-
trated, $3, $5, $7 & $8.

AVedding Rings. No. 3,
as illustrated, $3, $4 $5.

Baskets for Weddings,
Receptions and Part-
ies. Can be used for ta-
ble decorations or set
on stands in r ec e p-
tion room or hall. $1,
$1.50, $2, $3, $4, $5 and
$8 each.

White Tissue Paper
Bells. 15c, 20c and 25c

CNmi) .‘blow et- Bouquet each.

(No. 3) Wedding Ring.

BAXCnOFT’S BEAUTll LTL FLOWERS FOR 1914

DESIGNS FOR FUNERALS

All larg-e buyers should write for our beautiful 48 page speelal eut llower catalog. Only sent
on request.

Iteautlful Bunches of Lilies, Roses, Carnations, etc., tied with ribbon or chiffon, are quickly
made up at very reasonable prices — the cost is the price of loose flowers on page 2, with cost of
chiffon or ribbon and the green added.

Broken Wheel.

Anchor Chained to Cross.

About 28 inches high, with
doves, $25.00.

Anchor, Flat. 10 inches,
$2; 12 inches, $3; 14 inches,
$4; 15 inches, $5; 18 inches,
$7; 24 inches, $10.

Anchor Reclining on
Fasel.. 14 inches, $5; 16

inches, $6; 18 inches, $7.

Anchor, Standing. 15
inches high, $5; 18 inches,
$7; 20 inches, $8; 24 inches,
$10.

Anchor on Fusel with
Scroll. Name can be placed
on scroll. 24 inches high,
$8; 30 inches, $10.

Broken Column. 18 in-
ches high, $7; 21 inches,

$9; 24 inches, $12; 30 in-
ches, $16.

Broken Wheel. 18 in-
ches across, $8; 21 inches,
$10; 24 inches, $13; 30 in-
ches, $18; 36 inches, $26.

Our DesigRjWork Has
A Personality

OUR LARGE AND INCREASING TRADE IN THIS LINE SHOWS THAT OUR CUSTOMERS AP-
PRECIATE THIS.

Casket Bouquet of Roses.

Prices: $5.00, $8.00, $10.00, $15.00, $20.00 and $25.00.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914.

Flat Cross.

CROSSES

One of the Most Beautiful
and Appropriate of
all Designs.

Crosses, Flat. 10 inches, $2; 12 inches,
$3; 14 inches, $4; 15 inches, $5; 16

inches, $6.60; 20 inches, $8; 24 in-
ches, $10; 30 inches, $12.50; 36 in-

ches, $15; 48 inches, $20.

Crosses, Standing;. 18 inches hlgrh,
$6.50; 20 inches high, $7.50; 24 in-

ches high, $10; 30 inches high, $12;
36 inches high, $15; 48 inches high,
$20.

Cross, Standing, with Slanting Arm. 24

inches high, $10.

Cross, Maltese, Flat. 10 inches, $3; 13
inches, $4; 14 inches, $6; 16 inches,

$6.50; 20 inches, $8; 24 inches, $10.

Cross, Casket. Like Maltese Cross, on-
ly one arm is longer. 15 inches, $6;
18 inches, $7; 20 inches, $8; 24 in-

ches, $11.

<;ross and Sickle. On stand three feel
high. $15.

Crescent. 12 inches across, $4; 16 in
ches, $5; 18 inches, $6.50.

l^rescent, with Star, on Stand. $7.60.
$9 and $12.

Casket Covers

or Blankets used
for covering the
entire casket or
just the lower
part of the casket.
Price varies ac-
cording to time of
year and size of
cover. Small, for
children, $10, $15
ind $20. L.arge,
for grown per-
sons, $20. $25, $30,
$40 and $50.

These Measure-
ments are made
before Designs
are made up

Special Designs

made on short
notice at reason-
able prices at all
times.

T.etterlng can be

olaced on nearly
all the larger de-
•^ign.s. No extra
charge.

Cross on Stand

Standing Anchor

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FL0\\:ERS FOR 1914

Harp on Stand

Flat Bouquets of Roses, Hyacinths, Chrysanth-
emums, Carnations, Lilies, for laying on cas-
kets, tied with ribbon or chiffon, fl.60, $2, $3.
$4, $5, $10 and $16 each.

Sago Palm I. eaves, tied with ribbon and flow-
ers, $3, $4 and $5 per cluster.

Doves. Pure white, natural dove, stuffed; vari-
ous positions, $2 each.

Gates Ajar. 18 inches across, $12.60; 21 Inches
across, $17.60; 24 inches across, $22.60.

Harp. On stand 16 inches high. $5; 18 inches,

$6.60; 21 inches. $7.60; 24 indies, $10; 30 in-

ches, $16; 36 inches, $20; 48 inches, $25.

Hati>s. Flat, to lay on casket, 12 inches long,
$4; 16 inches long, $6; 20 inches long, $7.60.

Hearts. 10 inches across, $3; 12 inches, $4; 14

inches, $5.

Heart on Base. $5. $7 and $10.

Lyre on Base. 16 inches high, $5; 18 inches,

$6.60; 21 inches, $8; 24 inches, $10; 36 inches,
$16.

Lyre, Flat. 12 inches long, $4; 16 inches, $6; 20
inches, $7.50.

Ladder, Reclining. 24 inches long, $8,

A LAST TRIBUTE

The use of flowers as a
means of conveying sympa-
thy is undisputed.

The practical experience wo
have daily, in the making up
of various floral arrange-
ments insures artistic as well
as skillful ideas in making
sprays, casket covers and
funeral designs. Our aim Is
to fill your orders as near as
possible according to your
wishes.

DOOR WREATH

To be used in place of
Crepe. Coloring of chiffon,
flowers and ribbon to be de-
termined by the age of the
person. For instance, white
carnations and ribbon with
purple chiffon for old people
(with lavender chiffon, eld-
erly.) Light pink carnations
and light pink chiffon for
young people, all white for a
child, etc. $2, $3. $4 and $6.

Door Wreath of Magnolia
Leaves and Flowers.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914.

PILLOWS

One of the most popular of all designs; simple, elegant and appropriate; is usually set at head
of casket. Lettering, as Mother, Father, At Rest, Sister, Brother, Asleep, or a short given name.

show up very nicely, as shown on above 18-inch

Pillows. 10 inches across, $4; 12 inches, $5;
15 inches, $6.50; 18 inches, $8; 21 inch, $10; 24
inches, $15; with dove, $2 extra.

Sickle. 12 inches long, $2.50: 15 inches, $3; 18
inches, $4.50; 24 inches, $6.

Star. .10 inch, $2.50; 12 inch, $4; 15 inch, $6; 18
inch* $8.

Star on Base. $2 extra.

Star and Crescent. On easel. 21 inches high,
$7; 24 inches, $9; 30 inches, $12.

size.

Star and Crescent. On base. 21 inches high,
$7.50; 24 inches, $9; 30 inches, $12.

Skeaf of Wheat. 50c, 75c, $1, $1.50 and $2.

Sheaf of Wheat. Tied with purple or white
chiffon, 25c extra.

WE SELL MANY of the sheaves of beautiful
Italian wheat. Nothing is more suitable to
lay on the casket of the aged.

Odd Fellows Three Links. Tied with Ribbon on Sago Palm Leaves.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIPUB FLOWERS FOR 1914

FLAT BOUQUETS

of Roses, Hyacinths, Chrysanthemums
Lilies, etc., for laying on caskets, tied
with ribbon or chiffon, $1.50, $2.00,
$3.00, $4.00 and $5.00 each.

star on Base.

FLOWERS

D elji vered

TO ANY PART
OF THE WORLD

We have a represent-
ative in, or near, every
city, town or hamlet,
who will fill and deliver
anywhere any order, on
short notice, through our
co-operative telegraph
system.

Sickle on Easel, with Sheaf of Wheat. 21

inches high, $7; 24 inches, $8.

Sickle on Easel, with Sheaf of Wheat and Sago
Palm Leaves. 24 inches high, very beautiful,
$10; 30 inches, $12.

Sickle and Sheaf on Panel of Galix Leaves. $10,
$15, $20.

Shield. 12 inches across, $6; 16 inches, $7; 18
inches, $10; 24 inches, $16.

Shield of Ivy and Galyx Leaves. On easel with
monogram or emblem, $7, $10, $12 and $15,

Scroll. 18 inches high, $10; 24 inches, $13.50.

ALWAYS STATE TIME YOU WISH TO USE
FLOWERS AND PRICE YOU WISH TO PAY.

CUT FLOWER ORDERS of $5 and over are
prepaid; those under $5, if sent prepaid, the
cost of the express is added to bil for flowers.

Panel with Sickle and Sheaf.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIF FL FLOAVERS FOR 1914.

Wreaths

No design more beautiful or approp*
fiate, either for a child’s, a grown per-
son’s or an elderly person’s casket.

We make all sizes and kinds, and
we believe that our wreaths show that
Individuality not shown by other
houses.

Wreath of Boxwood. Will keep for a
long time in cold weather. Is used
mostly for grave purposes. $2, $3

and $4; or tied with flowers on eas-
el, $6, $7 and $8.

(Boxwood can only be secured dur-
ing the cold winter months.)

Wreath of Galyx Leaves with
Cluster Roses tied with
Chiffon Ribbon.

Wreath. Reclining, on easel. IJ-
inch, $6; 14-inch, $6; 16-inch.
$7; 18-inch, $9; 24-inch, $13.

Wreath. Reclining on easel with
palm leaves. 12-inch, $6; 14-

inch, $7; 16-inch, $8.60; 18-

inch, $10; 24-inch, $16.

Wreath. Of assorted flowers. 8-
inch, $2; 10-inch, $3; 12-inch,
$4; 14-inch, $6; 16-inch, $6.60;
18-inch, $8; 20-inch, $10; 24-

inch, $12.60.

Tt reath of Ivy, IVfagnoJia o»
Galyx Le.avcs. Tied with rib-
bon or chiffon will keep a
long time; very desirable to
lay on a grave. With cluster
flowers as shown in cut $9
extra. $3, $4, $6, $7 and $10.

Wreath of Sago Palm Leaves. $t
$4 and $6.

Wreath of Sago Palm Leaves
and Flowers. $4, $6, $7.60, $10.

Crescent Wreath. Small at top
and large at base. Price same
as regular wreath.

Wreath on Fasel with Dove. $7.
$9, $10 and $12.

Wreath on Stand. 20 inches high
$7.60; 24 inches high, $10; S'*

inches high, $18.

Wreath of Assorted Flowers tied with Chiffon.

BANCROPrS BEAUTIFUL FLOWTJRS FOR 1914

[Special Lodge Designs For
Funerals

Masonip K*^hlpm on Ease
with Palm Leaves

Our large and ever increasing trade in this line shows
that the people have found out where they can get what
they want, designs that are made up properly, both as to
form and color, and at reasonable price. We make up
many elaborate ones. We aim to have just what you want,
both as to quality and price. Where elaborate designs are
wanted, we often place the regular lodge form on a shield
of Galyx or Ivy leaves with Sago Palm Leaves at back.
This gives it a beautiful and showy appearance, without
being loud and gaudy and out of good taste. Any lodge
or other emblem not on our list will be properly furnished
on receipt of description of just what you want. The price
will be reasonable.

A. O. U. W. Anchor and Shield. 20 inches long, 8; 24 in-
ches, $10.

Elpworth l,cagnc. Maltese cross, with '*E. L.” On largest
can inscribe “Look Up. Lift Up.” 10 Inches across, $3;
12 inches. $4; 14 inches, $6: 16 inches, J6.60; 20 inches, $8.
KnivrhtM of Pythias. Triansrle; colors, red, yellow and blue.
Lettering. “C. B. F.*' 10 Inches, $4; IS Inches. |6; 14 lnchea>
$6. 16 inches, $8; 18 inche.s, $10; 24 inches, $12.

Knights Templar. Maltese cross, with cross and crown. 24
inches high, $20.

Knights Templar Maltese Cross. See Crosses.

Knights Templar Cross and Crown. See Cross and Crown.
Order Eastern Star. Star points blue, yellow, white, red and
green. 12 Inches. $6; 14 Inches, $6; 16 Inches. $7.50; 18
inches. $8.b0; on stand, $2 extra. “O. B. S.“ on wreath,
magnolia, $2 extra.

Elk’s Plal. 20 inches, $10 24 inches, $16.

O. A. R. Shields, with “G. A. R.“ and two small flags, with
Palm Leaves, on easel, $6, $7.60 and $10.

O. A. R. Wreath, with red, white and blue let-
ters “G. A. R..“ tied with red. white and blue
ribbon, $3, $4. $6. 6.60 and $8.

L. O. T. M. Design 16 inches, $7.60; 18 inches,
$8.60.

K. O. T. M. Design 16 inches. $7.60; 18 inches.

$9.

§brlners. Crescent and Star, with sword on eas-
el. $12,

Odd Fellows. Three lirtVs. 15 inches across. $6;
18 iorhes, $6; 21 inches. 24 inches, $10;

with P.'ilm Tieave.<5 and Ribbon. .$2 extra.

Ilasonle. ejonare a»id eorrvnas.a. 12 ioehes acro.«?s.
$6; t4 inohec 16 inches. ^7; 18 inches, on
ea.sel. with ppi»v> t eaves, $10; 24 inches, with
Palm T.eaves. $12 60.

(Epworth League.)

M. W. A. Axe with Beetle on leaf on shield. 18
Inches. $7.60: 24 inches. $10.

M. W, A. T.eaf with “M. W. A.” and Axe and
Beetle. 12 Inches, $6; 16 Inches, $7.

Danghters of Rebekah. Crescent with seven
stars. 12 Inches, $4; 16 Inches, $6; 18 inches.

$6 60.

Pythian Sisters. Maltese cross inside circle. 18
inches. $7; 24 inches, $10.

Royal Areannm. Crown. 15 inches, $3.60; 18

inches, $6.

Christian Endeavor, E within a C. $4 and $6.

Other Lodge Designs made to order on short

notice at reasonable prices.

All Lodge Designs mounted on easel with Palm
Leaves $2 extra. If mounted on large Shield
of Bronze Galyx Leaves with Palm Leaves, $4

extra.

O. E. Star on Wreath of Magnolia.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914

A Few Popular Flower Seeds

For the convenience of our customers, we carry a few of the most popular flower seeds, and
they can be relied upon, as they are the highest quality obtainable.

HOW TO SOW THE SEED

A shallow box is the best to sow flower seeds in. Make two or three holes in the bottom for
drainage and fill nearly to the top with rich loam, without manure. Take a small piece of board
and press the soil perfectly smooth and level. Sow the seed evenly. Take two parts of pure sand
to one of pure loam and mix well. Place a small quantity of this in a fine sieve. Do not shake it,
but take one hand and rub the dirt through, watching the box, so as to cover it evenly. Small
seed, like Petunia, should be slightly covered, while larger ones, like Asters, Verbenas, etc., will
do better if one-eighth of an inch of this fine covering material is used. Sprinkle after covering.
Cut or fold a piece of cloth or paper the size of the inside of the box, wet, and lay directly on the
earth. This should remain until the seedlings are seen breaking through the ground, when it
should be taken off and the box placed in a sunny window; do not keep too wet, or they will
damp off (rot at the top of the ground.) As soon as the second leaves are well out, they should
be transplanted into pots or boxes. Small quantities of well-decayed manure should then be
used.

ASTERS

Our seed is from the best growers in Ameri-
ca and is the same as we use ourselves.

Q,aeen of the Market. The best early sort. All
colors, mixed, pkt. 10 cents.

Hohenzollern. The finef‘>t of the early giant
comet varieties. Petals long and twisted, all
colors, mixed, pkt. 10 cents.

Giant Branching Vicks. One of the best of the
late flowering types. White, pink, lavender,
purple, crimson, colors separate, pkt. 10
cents, 3 pkts. 25 cents,

Victoria. White, light pink, lavender, purple,
crimson and all colors mixed, pkt. 10 cents,
3 pkts. 25 cents.

Giant Comet. White, light pink, lavender, pur-
ple and crimson, pkt. 10 cents, 3 pkts. 25
cents. All colors mixed, pkt. JO cents.

Vicks Early Branching. About two weeks earl-
ier than the late branching varieties; flowers
equal in size and finish. Color, rose and
white, pkt. 15 cents.

Semples Pink Branching. Flower very large;
color, exquisite shade of light pink; stems
long and stiff, pkt. 10 cents.

Vicks Rosy Carmine. Of largest size and per-
fect habit. Color, a brilliant rosy carmine.

Very showy, pkt. 20 cents.

Snowball. Dwarf white Aster, dwarf compact
grower, free flowering, flowers very double
and pure white. Pkt. 10 cents.

Improved Peony Perfection. Long wiry stems,
flowers very large and double, shaped like a
Peony, All colors mixed, pkt. 10 cents, 3
pkts. 25 cents.

Vaughan’s Little Gem. Neat dwarf habit, a
most charming combination of pink and
white, fine for outside edge of bed. Pkt. !•
cents, 3 pkts. 25 cents.

^ Our Special Mixtures of tall and dwarf •

j Asters are the best strains possible to (

A procure and mixqd by ourselves so as f

to give the right proportion of colors. J

Special Mixtures of Tall Asters. A mixture ®f
all the tall sorts listed; also several other
desirable varieties. Pkt. 10 cents, 3 pkts. for
25 cents.

Special Mixture of Dwarf Asters. A mixture Of
all the finest dwarf sorts. Pkt. 10 cents, 3
pkts. for 25 cents.

i'.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL. FUOAATERS FOR 1914

PAASIES

One of the loveliest blossoms which greet our
eye in early spring. The dainty, velvety, many
colored little faces welcome us from the spring-
time until late fall if properly grown in a
shady spot.

^lareclial BTeil. Delicate cream. Pkt. 10 cents.

President McKinley. Golden yellow, each petal
blotched dark violet. Pkt. 10 cents.

Fiery Faces. Rich scarlet with gold edge. Pkt.
10 cents.

Bridesmaid. Rosy white with dark blotch. Pkt.
10 cents.

Coal Black. Very large. Pkt. 10 cents.

Madam Ferret. Dark wine and red, edged
white. Pkt. 10 cents.

Giant White. Very large. Pkt. 10 cents.

Cassler’s Blotched. Light shades with dark
blotches. Pkt. 10 cents.

Masterpiece. Petals crumpled and curled so
they appear double. Pkt. 10 cents.

Emp. William. Deep navy blue. Pkt. 10 cents.

Bancroft's Special Mixture. This is a mixture
put up by ourselves from the following spec-
ial varieties: Vaughan’s International, Giant
Paris, five varieties of Giant Trimardeau,
Giant Odier, Giant Adonis, Masterpiece, Fiery
Face, President McKinley, Madam Perret,
Giant Butterfiy, Giant Bugnot, Snow Queen,
Gold-margined and others. This mixture is
not excelled by any other mixture. Pkt. (200
seeds and over,) 16 cents, 3 pkts. for 40 cts.

Chicago Parks Bedding Mixed. A good medium
priced Pansy mixture. Great diversity of col-
ors; free fiowering blossoms, slightly smaller
than the Giant sorts. Pkt. 6 cents, 6 pkts. 26
cents.

NASTURTIUMS

Few fiowers compare with these in richness

of color, freedom of bloom and ease of culture;

they thrive in any soil.

TALL VARIETIES.

Chameleon. Produces several colors on a
plant.

King Theodore. Deep, rich red.

Jupiter. Rich golden yellow.

Vesuvius. Fiery rose.

Regeleanum. Rich crimson.

Special Mixtures of Tall Nasturtiums. We call
special attention to this mixture. In it will
be found all the choicest colors of the tall
Nasturtium — the rich, velvety Lobb varieties,
the Canary Bird Creeper, the new hybrids of
Madam Gunthers, and the new tall Chame-
leon.

DWARF VARIETIES

Chameleon. Plants bearing flowers of several
distinct colors on each plant.

Pearle. Creamy white.

Golden King. Pure yellow.

Empress India. Dark crimson.

Vesuvius. Fiery rose.

Gem. Sulphur spotted maroon.

Aurora. Deep yellow splashed crimson.

Special Mixture of Dwarf Nasturtium. This
mixture will give a large'r variety of colors
in even proportions than any other Nastur-
tium mixture. It is put up by ourselves from
named sorts and also contains a large share
of New Lilliput Nasturtiums and Dwarf Cha-
meleons, which have the richest and most
varied combination of colors.

Price of Nasturtium Seed: Pkt. 5 cents, 7 pkts.
for 25 cents, oz. 20 cents, 3 oz. for 50 cents.

14 BANCROFT’S BEABTIFclJ^ FLOWERS FOR 1914.

SWEET PEAS

CULTURE. Sow the seed in deep furrows, 5 inches below the leel of the soil. Cover the seec
only 1 inch, after which the furrow is still 4 inches deep. When the plants are 2 or 3 inchei
hig^h, fill in another inch or so around the plants, always leaving a portion of the plant above
the surface. Continue drawing the soil into the furrow as the plant grows. Anally leaving e
slight depression at the base of the plants, so that the water, either from a shower or watering,
will go directly to the roots, thoroughly soaking the soil. They must not be allowed to get dry.
As dry and hot weather approahes, cover the soil along the row with plenty of old leaves, straw
or hay, to assist in retaining an even moisture and temperature for the roots. Owing to part*
fal failure of crop. Sweet Pea seed is again highthis year.

STANDARD VARIETIES

Blanch Ferry. Pink and white.

Dainty. White, pink edge.

Navy Blue. Deep violet blue.

Flora Norton. Bright blue.

Gladys Unwin. Pale pink.

Hrs. Geo. Hlgginson Jr. Clear light blue.

Dorothy Echford. One of the best white.

King Edward. Deep scarlet.

Black Knight. Dark maroon.

Bon. Mrs. Kenyon. Yellow.

Price of above: Pkt. 5 cents, oz. 15 cents. % lb.
60 cents.

Special Offer; One pkt. each of above 10 var-
ieties for 30 cents.

GIANT ORCHID FLOWERING VARIETIES
Spencer Type.

Apple Blossom. Dark pink and white shaded.

Florence Morse Light blush pink.

George Herbert. Rose crimson; veined ma-
jenta.

King Edward VII. The best red Spencer.

Mrs. H. Dickinson. Salmon pink on cream
ground.

Othello. Of immense size, drooping wings;
rich maroon.

Price of Giant Orchid Flowering Sweet Peas;
Packet, 10 cents; 3 packets, 25 cents; ounce,
35 cents.

SancrofPs Special Mixture. Contains the cream
of the best standard sorts and many of the
Spencer varieties, is made up of named var-
ieties, mixed by ourselves and is as Ane a
mixture as possible to send out. We have
sold many thousand packages in the past
few years without any complaint. No matter
where you send, you cannot get a better mix-
ture. Packet, 6 cents; ounce, 16 cents; M lb.,
60 cents.

PHLOX

GRANDIFLORA TYPE.

Alba. Pure white.

Coclnnla. Scarlet.

Splendens. Crimson

Rosea. Pink. Packet, 6 cents.

Special Mixtures of many varieties. Packet, t
cents; 3 packets, 25 cents.

DWARF VARIETIES.

Mixed. All colors, packet, 10 cents.

PETUNIA

Giant California. Of wondrous size, shape and
markings, it is pronounced by all petunia ex
perts to be the Anest strain on the market
All colors. Double and single in the Anest
mixture, packet (160 seeds,) 16 cents.

Rosy Mom. Brilliant rose with white star
shaped marking. Pkt. 10 cents.

Howard’s Star. A beautiful free-Aowering
strain, color crimson maroon with a clearlj
deAned Ave-pointed star of blush white. Pkt
6 cents.

Dwarf Inimitable. Desirable for edging beds
All colors mixed. Packet, 6 cents.

Choice Single Mixed. Packet 6 cents; 6 packets
for 26 cents.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914

Shirley Poppy.

PUPPY. Double, special mixed, pkt. 6 cents.
Singrle, special mixed, pkt, 6 cents. Shirley,
single, mixed, pkt. 6 cents. Iceland, hardy,
mixed, pkt. 10 cents.

Other Varieties Popular Flower Seed

iJyssam, Sweet. Packet 6 cents.

41yssnm. The Gem Dwarf. Pkt. 6 cents.

i-seratam. Blue. Pkt. 5 cents.

«.Btlrrhlnum. Snap Dragon, Mixed, pkt. 6
cents,

^qaelegla. Columbine. Mixed, pkt. 6 cents.

Balsams. Double, mixed, pkt. 6 cents.

Calendula. Mixed, pkt, 5 cents.

Candytuft. White, pkt, 6 cents. Mixed, pkt. 6
cents.

Carnations. Giant Marguerite. Mixed, pkt. 16
cents. Marguerite, mixed, pkt. 10 cents,

Celosla. Cockscomb. Mixed, pkt. 6 cents.

Cyanus. Corn Flower. Blue, pkt. 6 cents.

Cosmos. Early Flowering hybrids. Pkt. 6
cents.

Cypress Vine. Mixed, pkt. 5 cents-

Cyclamen. Mixed, pkt. 15 cents.

Canary Bird Vine. Pkt. 10 cents.

CJonvolvulus. Morning Glory. Pkt. 5 cents.

Cobea Scandens. Very rapid climber; blue and
white. Pkt. 10 cents.

Dahlia. Double mixed, pkt. 5 cents.

Double Daisy. Dwarf, for borders. Pkt. 10
cents.

Oianthus. Annual, double mixed, pkt. 5 cents.
Perennial, double mixed, pkt. 10 cents.

Oollchos. Hyacinth bean. Pkt, 5 cents.

Digitalis. Foxglove. Mixed, pkt. 5 cents.

Bscholtsla. California Poppy. Mixed, pkt. 6
cents.

iTorget-Me-Not. Early and late ever-blooming
variety, pkt. 10 cents.

Four O’clock. Dwarf, mixed, pkt. 10 cents.

Galllardla. Perennial, mixed, pkt. 10 cents.

Hollyhocks. Double, mixed, pkt: 10 cents.

Hellanthns. Sunflower. Double, yellow, pkt.
16 cents.

Koehia. Summer Cypress, pkt. 6 cents.

Larkspur. Double, annual, mixed, pkt. 5 cents.

Larksuur. Double, perennial, mixed, pkt. 10 cts.

Lobelia. Dwarf, blue, pkt. 10 cents.

Harlgold. Tall, double, mixed, pkt 6 cents.

Dwarf, double, mixed, pkt. 6 cents.

Marvel of Peru, or Four O’clock, pkt. 5 cents
Mignonette. Large, flowering, pkt. 6 cents.

Dwarf Matchet, pkt. 10 cents.

Portulaca. Single, mixed, pkt. 5 cents. Double,
mixed, pkt. 16 cents.

Primrose. Finest mixed, pkt. (100 seed,) 26
cents.

Rlclnus. Caster Bean. Pkt. 10 cents.

Salvia Splendens. Scarlet Sage. Pkt. 10 cents
Scablosa. Double, mixed, pkt. 5 cents.

Stocks. Double, mixed, pkt. 10 cents.

Sunflower, Miniature, pkt. 6 cents.

Sweet William. Single, mixed, pkt. 6 cents.

Double, mixed, pkt. 10 cewts.

Zinnia. Dwarf, double,, pkt. 6 cents. Tall,
double, pkt. 6 cents.

Wild Cucumber. Very auick growing climbing
plant, especially suitable for screening
porches, etc. Pkt. 5 cents.

Verbena.

Special Mixture. This embraces all that is
choice and desirable in Verbenas. It includes
the mammoth flowered strains of three Ver-
bena specialists, the dazzling Defiance, the
Mammoth White, Purples, Striped, and all the
Auricula flowered varieties. Pkt. 10 cents.
White. Pkt. 10 cents.

Pink. Pkt. 10 cents.

Scarlet. Pkt. 10 cents.

FALL BULBS

Bulbs for fall planting to bloom indoors in
the winter and for blooming outdoors the fol-
iowing spring. Ready in September and Octo-
ber.

Our Fall Catalog, issued in September, tells
you all about them. Send for it. Below is price
list of a few of the most popular varieties. (If
by mail, add 1 cent each.)

Hyacinths. Romans. White, pink, blue. 6 cents
each, 60 cents per dozen.

Hya<‘lnths. Unnamed. Double and single, red.
blue, rose, white. 5 cents each, 60 cents per
dozen.

Hyacinths. Named. Double and single. 10
cents each, $1 per dozen.

Tulips. Separate colors. Named varieties,
double and single, 6 cents each, 30 cents per
dozen.

Tullp.M. Double and single. All colors mixed.

20 cents per dozen, $1.26 per 100.

Tulips. Late flowering varieties. 30 cents per
dozen. $2 per 100.

Ijlly Camlldinm. 16 cents each.

Japan Easter Lily. 26 cents each.

Narcissus. Tender varieties. 6 cents each, 66
cents per dozen.

Narcissus.. Hardy varieties. 4 cents each, 40
cents per dozen.

Chinese Sacred Lily. 16 cents each.

Frceslas. 3 cents each. 30 cents per dozen.
Crocus. Separate colors.. 15 cents per dozen.
Snowdrops. 30 cents per dozen.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOA\rERS FOR 1914,

Summer Flowering Bulbs

AMARYLLIS.

Very popular for house culture and easily
grown.

Johnsonii. Of immense size. Bright crimson,
striped white. 35 cents each.

Formosisslma. Beautiful dark scarlet. Strange-
ly marked, easily grown. 15 cents each, 2
for 25 cents.

APIOS TUBEROSA.

An elegant climbing plant, growing from 8
to 10 feet high, bearing large clusters of
brownish purple, sweet-scented flowers in July.
Perfectly hardy. 10 cents for 2, 20 cents for 6,
46 cents per dozen.

TUBEROUS-ROOTED BEGONIAS.

Unexcelled for summer bedding, such as
lawn beds and borders. They should be grown
more extensively than they now are, for they
require no more care than ordinary bedding
plants. They will thrive either in full sunshine
or partial shade, but when fully exposed to the
sun the beds must be kept moist.

Single Sorts. White, scarlet, yellow, pink. 6
cents each, 4 for 20 cents, 60 cents per dozen.
Single Mixed Colors. 5 cents each, 4 for 18
cents, 60 cents per dozen.

Doable Sorts. White, scarlet, yellow, pink. 10
cents each, 4 for 35 cents, $1 per dozen.
Doable, Mixed Colors. 8 cents each, 4 for 30
cents, 80 cents per dozen.

CALLAS.

Elllotiana. Flowers are of a rich golden yel-
low, often measuring from 4 to 5 inches
across. Foliage is the same as that of the
well-known Spotted Calla — deep green with
white spots. 35 cents each, 3 for $1, $3.50 per
dozen.

Spotted Leaf. Similar to the well-known
White Calla, but having its glossy, dark, rich
green foliage marked and dotted with num-
erous white spots. The flowers are pure
white with dark throat. 10 cents each, $1
per dozen. Large bulbs, 20 cents.

Caladium Esculentum.

GIANT ISMENE.

The flowers are very large, like an Amary-
llis, of novel forms, snowy whiteness, and are
exceedingly fragrant. 20 cents each, 60 cents
for 3, $1.75 per dozen.

HYACINTHUS CANDICANS

A stately, bulbous plant, with large, yucca-
like leaves growing as high as, 4 feet, produc-
ing racemes of long, funnel-shaped pendulous
flowers. 6 cents each, 26 cents for 6.

CINNAMON VINE

A very pretty vine in midsummer, the plant
being covered with an abundance of bright,
glossy green foliage and fragrant flowers; a
very quick grower and perfectly hardy. Small-
sized roots, 6 cents each; large size, 10 cents
each, 26 cents for 3.

GLOXINIAS

New Giant Flowering Hybrids.

Beautiful tuberous-rooted plants of dwarf
habit and one of the most useful pot plants for
indoor culture. Flowers are trumpet-shaped,
borne erect above the leaves and of exceeding-
ly rich coloring and marking, ranging from
deep scarlet to violet blue.

Use part leaf mold and sand in potting, as
they like a wet soil. Be careful in watering so
as not to wet the leaves, otherwise they will
spot and the plant will lose part of its beauty.
Emperor Frederick. Red, with a pure white
border.

Mont Blanc. Pure white.

Defiance. Rich crimson scarlet.

Emperor William. Violet blue with white
throat tinged and spotted; beautifully
streaked and spotted.

12 cents each, 3 for 35 cents, $1.25 per dozen,
prepaid. Mixed colors, 10 cents each, 3 for 26
cents, $1 per dozen, prepaid.

FANCY-LEAVED CALADIUMS
Valued for the gorgeous coloring and
marking of the leaves. 30 cents each, $1
for $4.

CALADIUM ESCULENTUM
(Elepbant’s Ears.)

One of the most effective plants in culti-
vation for planting upon the lawn, grow-
ing 5 feet, with handsome leaves often 3
feet long and 20 inches wide. It will grow
in any good garden soil and is of easiest
culture. Can be stored in sand in any
warm place during the winter. Fine bulbs,
with live center shoots. First size bulbs,
1^ to 2% inches in diameter, 10 cents
each, 25 cents for 3, 85 cents per dozen;
postage 3 cents extra. Select size bulbs,
2^ to 3 inches in diameter, 12 cents each,
30 cents for 3, $1 per dozen; postage 6
cents extra. Extra large bulbs, 3 to 4 inch-
es in diameter, 18 cents each, 50 cents for
3, $1.75 per dozen; postage 8 cents extra.
Mammoth sized bulbs, beautiful bulbs, 30
cents each, 80 cents for 3, $3 per dozen;

postage 10 cents extra. (Rate of postage is
for each bulb.)

TIGRIDIAS

Assorted colors, 6 cents each, 50 cents
per dozen.

MADERIA VINE

A beautiful, rapid-growing climber,
bearing racemes of fragrant white flowers.
6 cents each, 40 cents per dozen.

MONTBRETIA

One of the brightest and best of summer-flowering bulbs. Plant in clumps of six to twelve
bulbs in May or June. They greatly resemble the Gladioli in growth and produce beautiful
spikes of star-shaped flowers in various shades of orange, yellow and red. Mixed varieties, 10
cents for 3, 30 cents per dozen, $2 per 100, postpaid.

SUMMER-FLOWERING OXALIS

10 cents per dozen, 15 cents for 20, 25 cents for 50, 40 cents per 100.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUTj FLOWT^RS FOR 1914

Chicag-o White.

GLADIOLI

SPLE:!VDID SUMiHKll FL.O\VmiING BULBS

You are sure of fine flowers if you plant Gladiolus, the most
attractive of all summer llowering bulDs. Tltey need only a
little culture to keep the weeds down, will grow in any goou soil
and witli ordinary rainfall seldom fail to llower the same season
because their growtii is assured from the stored up strengih in
the bulbs. Wonderful improvements have been made recently in
the size and coloring of these flowers.

The best time to plant is about the first of May, but they may
be planted by the 2Uth of April in the Central States. A succession
of bloom rn-^v be had from July to October by making plantings
ten days apart.

GIAJVT OR LARGE-FLOWERING TYPE OF NEW VARIETIES.
Canary Bird. Pure canary yellow. 10c each.

Mrs. Francis King. Very vigorous in growth, color light scarlet,
or very pleasing shade, which attracts attention at once. Flower
of very large size. 5 cents each, 6 for 25 cents.

America. The finest pink Gladiolus yet introduced, of largest size,
color a delicate lavender pink, tinted white, 6 cents each, 6 for
25 cents.

Princcps. The king of all. Of largest size, brilliant scarlet crim-
son, with three broad white blotches on lower petals. 10 cents
each, 6 for 50 cents.

La France. Blush white, 8 cents each.

Klondyke. Light yellow, crimson, maroon blotch — very desinable.
6 cents each.

Baron Huiot. Finest blue. 8 cents each.

Mrs. Beecher. Deep rosy crimson, pure white throat. 12 cents each.
Wm. Falconer. Of immense size, light pink and white mottled. 10
cents each.

Kate. Blush white, crimson blotch in throat. 6 cents each.

Knuder di Glory. With ruffled petals. The broadly expanded wide
open flowers paired by twos. All face in the same direction, each
petal exquisitely ruffled and fluted, delicate cream pink wMth
crimson stripe in center of each lower petal. Very strong grower;
an exceptionally valuable sort. 12 cents each, 5 for 50 cents.
Chicago White. Extra strong grower; pure white with faint leven-
der streak in lower petals. Childsii type; very early. 10 cents
each, 6 for 60 cents.

Special Offer. One each of the 12 giant varieties for 85 cents.

STANDARD OLD VARIETIES.

Augusta. Pure white, blue anthers. 4 cents each. 6 for 20 cents.
Breuchleyensis. Intense scarlet. 3 cents each, 4 for 10 cents.

Ceres. White, spotted rose. ' cents each, 6 for 25 cents.

Isaac Buchanan. Fine clear yellow. 10 cents each.

May. Pure white, flaked crimson. 6 cents each.

Mad Moiineret. Delicate rose. 6 cents each, 6
for 25 cents.

. Shakespeare. Blush white with rosy blotch.
7 cents each.

Jessie. Rich velvety red, early bloomer. 4 cents
each, 5 for 20 cents.

SEPARATE COLORS

Red and Scarlet. 3 cents each, 30 cents per doz.
Pink. 4 cents each, 40 cents per dozen.

Yellow. 6 cents each, 60 cents per dozen.
Striped. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen.

White and Light. 6 cents each, 50 cents per doz.

All Colors Mixed. First size, 25 cents per dozen,
$2 per 100, postpaid; by express, $1.50 per 100.
Second size, good flowering bulbs, 15 cents
per dozen, $1.25 per 100, postpaid; by express.
$1.

GLADIOLUS CHILDSII

All Colors, Finest Mixed. Large-sized bulbs, 60
cents per dozen; smaller-sized bulbs, 46 cents
per dozen.

Special Mixture of Named Varieties. Made up
of all best named varieties and high-class
mixtures of exceptional value. 60 cents per
dozen, $4 per 100, prepaid.

SPECIAL OFFER SEE FOLDER. 10 NAMED GLADIOLIUS OUR SE-
LECTION FOR 60 CTS.

BANCROFT’S BBAUTIFFIj FLOWERS FOR 1914.

Hardy Garden Lilies

No class of plants capable of being cultivated out-of-doors possess so many charms as ths Lil-
ies. They thrive best in dry soil where water will not stand in the winter. After planting they
require very little care and should not be disturbed, as established plants bloom more freely
than if taken up annually. All the varieties listed except Harrisii are hardy with protection.

ZKPRYRANTHBS OR ZEPHYR FLOWER

Dwarf bulbous plants, with flowers in great
profusion during the summer and fall.

RoMea. Large ro.'se pink flowers. 5 cents each,
60 cents per dozen.

Candida. Large, pure white flowers in the fall.
6 cents each, 26 cents for 6.

TUBEROSE

Pearl. This beautiful flowering bulb is one of
the univer.sial favorites, and justly so; its flne
waxy flowers and sweetness recommend it
to all. It is so easily grown that it should be
in every garden. First size bulbs, 12 cents
for 3, 40 cents per dozen, postpaid; by ex-
pres.s, at purchaser’s expense, 10 cents for 2,
36 cents per dozen, $2 per 100. Second size
bulbs, all flowering, often sold by so-called
“bargain stores” under the name of “flrst-
class.” 16 cents for 6, 26 cents per dozen,
postpaid; by express, at purchaser’s expense,
12 cents for 7. 20 cents per dozen, $1 per 100.

Varlegaled-leavod. An early single variety,
with striped foliage. Flowers not equal to
the double ones. 10 cents each, 25 cents for
3, $1 per dozen, postpaid.

Afelpomene. Frosted white, spotted and
clouded pinkish crimson, 20 cents each, I
for 50 cents.

Anr.'itum (Gold-banded Lily.) Flowers
white, dotted crimson, with a clear,
broad gold band running through the
center of each petal. 20 cents each, SO
cents for 3.

Lily Auratum.

Album. Pure white, with beautiful re-
curved petals. 20 cents each, 60 cents for
3.

Rubrum. White, with deep rosy or crim-
son band on each petal, with deeper col-
ored spots between. 20 cents each, SO
cents for 3.

One each of above 4 for 50 cents.

Snperbum. Bright orange red, spotted
purple. Grows very strong and tall. IS
cents each.

Tenulfollnm. Fine cut foliage, flower bril-
liant scarlet. 16 cents each, 4 for 60 cents.

Tigrinum. fl. pi. A double Tiger Lily. 20
cents each, 3 for 60 cents.

Candidum. A well-known hardv gardes
Lily, with snow-white fragrant blossoms.
10 cents each, by mail 50 cents. Plant is
the fall.

Harlsil, or Easter Lily. Ready in August,
Large bulb, 26 cents each; smaller sixes.
15 cents each.

Armstrong Ei’erbloomlng. A greatly improved
Albino, single, but the habit is such that it
coniinu*^.s throwing up blooming stems
through the season. 10 cents each, 25 cents
for 8, postpaid.

Tuberose.

BANCROI^'T’S BKAUTIFUIi FIiO\IT?RS FOR 1914

!•

General List of Flowering and Ornamental Plants

.JNIOTlCti: — lU CenU must ba added on orders for one or two plants to be sent by mail to cover the cost of postage

Abutiiuus

Beautiful bedding plants of easy culture,
b«ing a mass of bloom all summer. If kept in
pot« in summer, they will bloom freely in the

irlnter.

Artbar Belaham. Dark crimson,
gnaw Storm. White.

Caldea Fleece. Bright golden yellow.

■clips*. Drooping habit; leaves are handsome,
being green and yellow variegated; fine for
hanging basket.

ganvcnlr de Bonne. Leaves a beautiful green;
are regularly branded with white; the bloom
large and bright orange red in center.

Sasall plants, 10 cents each, $1 per dozen; large
•lac, 20 cents.

Acalyplia Marginati

A very ornamental bedding and foliage
plant. Foliage variegated bronze, yellow and
orange; strong, shrubby grower. 10 cts. each.
Agera turns

Stella Gueriiey. Dwarf; deep blue.

Caadcur. Dwarf, white variety.

E*rlaeess Pauline. Dwarf, compact habit. Its
peculiarity consists of blue and white being
combined in the same flower. ’5 cents each,
36 cents for 6, 50 cents per dozen.

Althernantheras

Sometimes called Jacob’s Coat. Largely used
for edging. Yellow and red varieties. 5 cents
each, 60 cents per dozen, $3.50 per 100.

Alyssum, Double Sweet
A low-growing-, sweet-flowering plant; ex-
cellent for ribbon lines, and a fine, showy bas-
ket plant. Pure white and very double. 5
cents each, 50 cents per dozen, $3 per 100.
Asparagus

Asparagus Plumo.sus.

Especially suited for fern dishes. The stem
Is tufted, slender and gracefully arching. From
ohe upper portions the branches, which are
finer than the fronds of the most delicate fern,
spread in all directions. The whole plant is of
bright cheerful ereen. and one of the most dis-
tinct and effective decorative plant*, of easy
culture, thriving best in full light, but not di-
rect sun. After the plants become large, they
throw long tendrils 4 to 6 feet long, which are
beautiful for decoration. 10 cents each, 6 for
5f cents; larger size, 20, 30 and 50 cents.

Asparagus Sprengeri

A grand trailing plant, eopeclally useful to
grow as a pot plant for house decoration or
for planting in hanging baskets or window
boxes, where it makes a gracef^il drooping
plant with branches or fronds 4 to 5 feet in
length, of a rich shade of green; valuable for
cutting, or for decorating, as it retains its
freshne.ss for weeks after being cut. 10 cents
each, 60 cents for 6; large plants, by express,
24 cents, 30 cents and 60 centa each.

(Norfolk Island Pine.)

Some have called it the “Christmas Tree
Palm” from its resemblance to the Christmas
tree, and others have called it the “Star Palm,”
because the leaves are arranged to form a per-

Aaiicaria Excelsia.

feet star. Deep green, feathery foliage ar-
ranged in whorls: $1. $1.50 and $2.

Azaleas

For the conservatory or home decoration
these beautiful and highly ornamental ever-
green plants are unequalled. They are useful
alike for the adornment of the greenhouse and
parlor, and they make a beautiful dining table
ornament.

The different sorts of Azaleas ready Novem-
ber until March only.

Simon Madncr. Very fine, double, deep rosy pink-
Fmperor of Brazil. Double, pink and shaded
white.

Deutsclie Perle. Double white.

Vepvlaiia. Rose, deeply edged and spotted white,
Bernard Andre Alba. Double, white, late. Good
for Easter.

First size, $1 each; second size, $1.60, third
size, $2.

BANCROFT’S BFAUTIFUli FLOWERS FOR 1914,

Begonias

These are the nucat cc»ii*ervatory plants and
vei> popular tor v\ maovv decoration (.where
ainioiii.liere is supplied to llie foliage.) Many
have failed with the Begonia, but wlien once
their requirements are unown, they can be
grown as easily as weeds. (Jive light, open
soil composed of rich loam, woods earth, peat
and sharp sand; they should have a moist at-
mosphere and shade in the summer. Water
them frequently. No plant will give better
satisfaction. Uur stock comprises the best of
the iiowering varieties

Argeiiiea. CiuU.ita. Oblong, purple bronze
leaves with silver markings; wliite flowers.
Metallica. Flowers are a wax pink; the sur-
face of the foliage is bronze green.

Oewdrop. Dwarf sort, similar in form to the
well-known Vernon; flowers white or flesh
color.

Vernon. Flowers on first opening are deep red,
changing to clear rose when fully open; foli-
age green, shaded with bronze, valuable for
bedding.

Speeui.. i... Leaves bright green, with choco-
late background; veined and mottled. Pani-
cles of beautiful pink flowers,
flubra. Flowers large, ruby red; glossy and
wax-l'ike. Leaves are dark green.

Otto Hacker. Strong, vigorous grower, large
shining deep green leaves, flowers bright
coral red.

M. Large smooth leaved, dark

green at top, red underneath; white flowers,
large clusters.

McUcrtlil. Leaves shiny green, similar in luster
to Metalica,. but quite small. Flowers white.
Price of Shrubby Begonias. Small size, 10

cents each, 7 for 50 cents. Larger size, 20

cents each, 3 for 50 cents.

REX BEGONIAS

The high col-
oring and ex-
quisite mark-
ings of Rex
Begonias make
invaluable as
lecorative plants
for house cul-
ture; are excel-
lent for baskets
and vases if giv-
en plenty of
moisture and not

exposed to the

full sun.

We have a
number of the

most showy var-
i e t i e s. Small
plants, 20c each,
3 for 50c; large
size, 35c each.

The Crotons are among the finest decorative
plants known. The leaves are more or less
veined and margined and sometimes entirely
variegated with shades of yellow, orange and
crimson; some have long, narrow leaves, arch-
ing gracefully, fountain fashion; others are
broad and short, oak-leaved. Some recurve
very much; others are twisted corkscrew-like.
They love heat, sunshine and moisture. The
crotons are fast becoming one of our most
beautiful bedding plants and are also one of
the handsomest hou.se plants. 20 cents each,
60 cents for 3; large .size 60 cents each.

Cyclamen

Giant Flowered. Most beautiful and decora-
tive of all pot plants, for winter and spring
blooming. Foliage broad, massive and
graceful, of dark green, beautifully varie-
gated with silver and rose. The immense,
fairy-like flowers are carried on long stems
and produced in profusion for several
months; quite fragrant. We have a fine
stock, first size, separate colors, suitable for
next winter’s bloom, at 10 cents each, 26
cents for 3. $1 per dozen; second size, 26
cents each, 60 cents for 3. Large size in fall
50 cents each.

Crotons

Cuphea Tricolor

Flowers tubular in shape and about 2 inches
long and combine three distinct ci*lors in each
flower; red, blue and while. 10 cents each,

Callas

Dwarf GuUuy ibe Godfrey. Undoubtedly th«

finest eaila m cuiuvauon. it tar surpasses
the common variety in freedom of bloom.
Snow white and of perfect form. 10 cents
each, 25 cents for 3; large, blooming size, 26
cents each,

Aetliiopiea. An excellent house plant, requir-
ing an abundance of water during its grow-
ing season, but should have a rest from
about May 1 to July 1. During that time
give it no water . Strong plants, 10 cents,
20 cents. 30 cents and 60 cents each, accord-
ing to size.

Spotfeil Leaf. Resembles the White Calla, bfit
is of a somewhat smaller habit. Leaves
glossy, deep green, with numerous white
spots, making it very ornamental, even when
not in bloom. Extra large, 25 cents each.
60 cents for 3; small size. 10 cents each.

Cyperus Alternifolius.

Umbrella Plant

A pretty, unique and striking object of very
easy culture, growing and thriving under al-
most positive neglect. Being an aquatic. It Is
at home in the aquarium, but succeeds equal-
ly well as an ordinary pot plant if an abund-
ance of water is given it. Next to palms, the
plant deservedly takes rank among the most
useful foliage plants for inside culture. 10
cents, 16 cents, 25 cents and 60 cents each.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FL0\\T:RS FOR 1914

CARNATIONS

In no plant has the improvement of quality and quantity of bloom been so marked in the

last few years as in the Carnation; they are almost as much sought after as the Rose for cut

flowers. The new varieties here listed are sure to please. The Carnation is invaluable to
flower work, and also makes beautiful pot plants for the window in winter.

Plant in the open ground as soon as the ground can be worked in spring. If wanted to
flower during the summer and fall, as soon as the flower shoots appear, tie to small stakes; if
wanted for winter blooming, the flower shoots should be pinched off until about the midi^ie
•f August; by that time they will have made very strong, bushy plants. Take up and pot be-
fore September 1st, and keep shaded and close for a few days, when they will be ready for
removal to the conservatory or window, where they are to flower.

Our list of varieties are the best on the market. There is not a poor one in the lot.

New Carnations

Crnnader. Brilliant scarlet, large size, strong
erect grower, easy to grow. 15 cents each.

Gloria. Clear cherry pink, a beautiful sort;
strong erect grower and a good bloomer. 16
cents each.

Yellow rrliice. Clear yellow, faintly striped
carmine — the very best of its class, 25 cents.

Champion. Bright scarlet, large size, very pro-
ductive. A strong grower. 25 cents each.

The Very Best
STANDARD VARIETIES

Boaron. Blooms early: scarlet, with a tint of
orange: stems long, stiff and wiry; the calyx
is long and does not burst.

EnchantreMM. A splendid light pink, deepening
toward center; far superior to any light pink
yet sent out: stem strong and stilt, blooming
very early, free and continuous.

lira. 1*1. A. Paitcn. White, beautifully marked
with pink: an early bloomer of large size on
stiff, erect stems.

Pink rirllglit. Good size; color deeper and
brighter than Enchantress. Grows upright
and very free. Is a much better keeper than
Efiehan tress.

Scarlet f.low. A good bright scarlet; very free
in bloom, and a splendid keeper.

Mrs. C. W. Ward. A grand deep pink; strong.

upright grower and good bloomer.

White Wonder. A greatly improved White
Perfection, much more bushy in growth and
more prolific. 16 cents each.

Dorothy Gordon. A tremendous free bloomer,
dark rosy pink; strong grower.

White Knehnntre.SK. Identical with its parent,
except in color; has the same wonderful size
j * and blooming qualities as its parent.

I White Perfection. Truly perfection in white,
large size, abundant bloomer; flowers clear,
j glistening white.

j Windsor. Clear silver pink; darker than En-
chantress; flowers of large size and fine
shape.

Washington. Dark pink, sport from Enchant-
ress; habit and growth like Enchantress.

Price of Small Plants, for growing for next
winter’s bloom, 10 cents each, 30 cents for 4,
$1 for 16: large size plants in fall, 20 cents
each, $2 per dozen.

Carnations for Summer Bloom

This year we will have a fine stock of plants,
suitable for outdoor summer bloom, of best
varieties suitable for that purpose. State col-
or wanted. 16 cents each, $1.40 per dozen.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

The Chrysanthemum is, without doubt, the queen of autumn flowers. Their large flowers of
every conceivable character and form attract the attention of every person interested in flowers.
They are the most popular show flower ever exhibited, and every Chrysanthemum show, held
In the fall in eanriy every city in this country, shows records of some new introductions of
this brilliant flower. We are continually adding new varieties to our large stock, and offer th#>
cream of the novelties, as well as the best standard sorts of fine, well-grown plants.

Those wishing large quantities to grow for shows
the coming season should write us, stating the quan-
tity desired, and we will make you very low prices
and guarantee you satisfaction.

Below we give carefully prepared cultural direc-
tions, which, if followed, will insure success.

FEEDING. After September 1st, all plants should
be fed about once a week, alternating with weak ma-
nure water (at the rate of one pail of manure to a
barrel of water) and ainmonia water (at the rate of
a tablespoonful to ammonia to a pail of water). After
buds commence to op^n, feed but little, and that very
weak.

WHEN TO PLANT. Any time after the ground can
be worked.

SOIL. Dig the ground deep. Put in quantities of
manure, as the Chrysanthemum is a gross feeder. If
fed well, the flower will be large.

DISBUDDING AND STOPPING. When your plant is
6 to 8 inches high, cut back to a height of 4 inches.
Allow'- one flower to a stem and that a terminal bud.
If you want fine flowers do not be afraid to cut off
all the side buds. Leave only the center bud on each
stem to mature.

W'HEN TO LIFT. In localities subject to heavy
frosts in October and November, plants should be lifted
into large pots or boxes by August 20, After lifting,
drench thoroughly and never allow them to suffer for
water. Give them manure water, if possible, once i
week. If protected by sheeting, they need not b
brought into the house until well in October, and when
brought in, place in a room without fire, and give
plenty of air when not frosty.

GREEN AND BLACK APHIS. There is no remedy
for this troublesome pest except tobacco in some form,
either smoke or tea. We use Aphis Paper almost en-
tirely to destroy the green and black aphis indoors.
Price, 5 cents per sheet. Tobacco dust for sprinkling
on outdoors, 10 cents per pound, by express.

We believe our list of varieties is the very best selection you can buy; there is not a poor
variety in the lot, neither is there one that is superseded by a better variety. Our stock Ip
grown cool and light; our plants extra fine. Compare our list with any Chrysanthemum spec-
ialist.

STANDARD CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Earliest Varieties

Clementine Touset. The early Chadwick; the
finest white yet sent out.

Golden Glow. The earliest yellow variety, fine
incurved solid flower of golden yellow.

Ivory. Dwarf-growing, white, incurved.

Rottert Hnilldny. Yellow; immense size; beaut-
iful open flower.

Virginia Poelilmann. A grand early incurved
white. Sometimes tinted lavender. Dwarf
habit,

.Smitirs Advance. The earliest large flowering
white, a good companion to Golden Glow;
dwarf habit, perfect in every way.

Donatello. Bright golden yellow% round and
full; strong, stiff stem, a fine variety.

Chrysolara. Early; deep golden yellow; a
grand variety.

Unaka. Very early, broad petal Japanese, in-
curved; flower very large and full. 20 cents
each.

Monrovia. One of the best early yellow; fine
stem and foliage.

Midseason Varieties

D. Gerard. Golden yellow, shaded bronze; a
grand variety.

Dr. Engucliardt. True pink, without trace of
purple; perfectly double; grand midseason
variety.

Glenview. A splendid bronze of largest size;
flne h.ah’t. The best of its color.

Roman Gold. Japan uncurved, deep golden yel-
low. A grand variety.

3Irs. Bttckbee. One of the best all-around
white, outer petals reflexing; dwarf grower,
fine keeper.

Nagoya. Verv large, Japanese, reflex; yellow

El.sie Papw-ortli. Dwarf grower; pure white,
very full and large.

Patty.. Light pink, Japanese in form; dwarf
grower.

He.ston White. Incurved white; easy to grow

Black Haw'k. Fine velvety crimson; strong
grower.

Maud Dean. A grand pink of beautiful form
and exquisite shade; incurved Japanese.

Mrs. Chamberlain. Delicate satiny pink. Wav>
petals; tall, strong grower.

Maj. Bonnafon. Incurved, solid form, light yel-
low; must be grown single flower to a stem
to be good.

Chas. Rar-ier. Tall, strong growler; pure white,
sometimes tinted lavender; flower very deep
and full.

White Bonnafon. Dwarf, compact grower; col-
or pure w’^hite; flower very full to center.

Dick Witterstatter. Intense red, approaching
scarlet Japanese reflex.

Fancy Single Varieties

Cosmos. Flower similar in form to the well-
known Cosmos, shadng through rose and
maienta pink.

Kittle Bourne. Fine shade yellow; extra good

Anna. Pure w’-hite, like a large white Marguer-
ite.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL. FLOWERS FOR 1914

CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Late Varieties

W. H. Chadwick. Large, Japanese white, occas-
sionally tinted pink.

Golden Chadwick. Similar to White Chadwick,
except color, which is a rich yellow.

John Burton. Without exception the finest late
light pink; flower of perfect form; dwarf,
stocky grower.

Lynwood Hall. Of large size; glistening snow
white; perfectly incurved and of elegant fin-
ish.

aicrry Christmas. The best very late white.
Winter Cheeer. Round, incurving pink. Easy
to grow.

Chadwick Supreme. Of largest size, strong
grower, deep pink shading purple. A grand
variety.

December Gem. Very late flowering; a ball-
shaped Japanese white with pink stripe at
edge of petals; dwarf habit.

Thanksgiving Queen. Creamy white, medium
late, just right for Thanksgiving: strong,

sturdy grower.

Pompone or Baby Varieties

These varieties are all considered hardy*
A.lma. ,A beautiful pink variety; flower forms
a perfect pink ball. The largest of the pom-
pone varieties.

.>fagnlficus. Pure white, of large size and good
form.

Thompson’s White. Small white, very double.
Blva. Very early white pompone.

Baby. Solid, plump little flower; golden yellow.
Klondyke. Brilliant yellow, of medium size.

PRICES OF ALL CHRYSANTHEMUMS
Small Plants, in Spring: Purchaser’s select-
ion, 10 cents each, 3 for 25 cents, 15 for $1; our
selection 18 for $1, 40 for $2, 100 for $4. Large
size In fall, 25 cents, 50 cents and each.

New Varieties

Adonis. Exquisite shade of pink, twisted pet-
als. Very large and fine.

Aesthetic. Exquisite shade of primrose, petals
are arranged In layers.

Aug. Dasse. Perfect globe shape; Intense yel-
low.

Harvard. Japan reflex, very dark crimson.
Helen Frick. Fine late dark pink; uncurved.
Pink Gem. A pleasing shade of light pink; of
fine substance.

Price of new varieties of Chrysanthemums,
20 eents each, the 6 for $1.

COLEUS

Every lover of foliage should have a bed or
border of this. They are fine for edging or
massed by themselves. The Coleus will give
more pleasure at less cost than any other plant;
the varied tints of crimson, gold, bronze and
green, and richly blotched, veined or margined
colorings produce a brilliancy unequalled.
They fit In with most any design or planting on
the lawn. Very tender, and therefore should
not be planted until all danger from frost Is
past.

The number of varieties Is so large and
varied that we only attempt to describe the
standard bedding varieties.

Anna Plistcr. Pointed leaves with deep scal-
loped edges. Color bright golden yellow, in-
termingled with green and crimson. Of
dwarf and compact but spreading habit.
Beckwith’s Gem. A new sort of striking ap-
pearance. It shows four shades of color, cen-
ter maroon, bordered red; edge green with
point of yellow.

Blackbird. Leaves and stems almost jet black,
fringed edges.

Golden Beflder. Color yellow. This is the best
yellow Coleus for bedding; deep gold in the
sun; dwarf.

John Pfister. Like Anna Pfister in growth, but
bright crimson color; edged with gold.

Mrs. F. Sander. Large, creamy white center,
bordered with green; blotched crimson and
purple.

Firebrand. Flaming red; fine bedder.

Golden VerschalTelti. Upper side of leaf rich
golden yellow; reverse tinted red; A splendid
bedder.

John Good. Extra strong grower; leaves light
green, spotted yellow.

Mrs. Caroline Beck. Yellow and green; extra
strong grower; and improved Snowerest.
VerschalTelti. The oldest, still one of the best;
rich velvety crimson.

Brilliancy. The finest Giant Coleus ever offered.
Bright carmine shading to deep maroon, mar-
gin of leaf yellow and green; leaves have a
rich velvety luster, giving a mos-t beautiiul
effect; habit strong and vigorous. 10 cents
each, fiO cents for 6.

Kaiser Wilhelm. Large, broad foliage of crim-
son maroon, pink and bright green. 10 cents
each.

Prices of Coleus :

(Except noted.)

10 cents each, 4 for 25 cents, 12 for 75 cents.
Our selection, 5 cents each, 50 cents per doz-
en, $3 per hundred. .After June 10, $2.50 per
hundred.

A Bed of Cannas

(See pages 24 and 26.)

There is nothing more beautiful than a bed
of Cannas, with their gorgeous flowers of all
colors, which are produced above their rich,
glossy foliage. No park or landscape planting
is complete without several bed.s of these indis-
pensable plants. Aside from the fact of its
magnificent foliage display, it is exceedingly
valuable on account of the great clusters of
flowers which are produced the entire summer.

Many of our customers, appreciating the dec-
orative value of the plant, and aware of itg
value in producing rich effects in the lawn or
garden, want Canna beds, but are utidecided as
to what varieties should be Included. For such
we have prepared the followir>g .«;elections :Our
years of experience and familiarity with the
habits and characteristics of tiie different var-
ieties, will be of great advantage to you in ob-
taining the result you desire.

For a round bed, 7 feet across, take 19 plants,
for outside row, — 19 [>lants, our selection, $2.

For a round bed, 10 feet across, take 37
plants, four varieties, — 37 strong plants, our
selection, $3.76.

Fo»- a rectangular bed, 6x8 feet. 26 plants,
th^e^. varieties. — our selection, $2.76.

For oblong bed, 6x8 feet, 24 plants, three
varieties, — $2.65.

For a round bed, 13 feet across, 61 plants, 6
varieties, strong plants, — our selection, for
$6.

The above prices on Canna beds are by ex-
press, at purchaser’s expense.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIT’UL FIX)WKRS FOR 1914.

CANNAS

There is no bedding- plant equal to the Canna for gorgeous colorings, grand foliage and pro-
fusion of bloom. They are easily grown, attaining large size in ordinary soil. They are very
popular and almost indispensable, as there is always a place for them in any lawn, park or cem-
tery planting; and they command the admiration of all who see them. The flowers are produced
in clusters the entire summer. Plant in good rich garden soil, about the end of May, when all
danger of frost is past. Water sparingly for first two weeks after planting. Set the plants 18
inches apart each way, and where more than one kind is used, be careful to set the dwarfer
outside of bed. Should be taken up in the fall when the tops are killed by
the frost, and stored away in a dark, cool place. Our stock is very large, numbering many thou-
sa-nd. and all true to name, each variety being the acknowledged peer of its kind.

Canna Alemannia.

GIAIVT ORCHTD-Pl.OWERED CAIVNAS.

A distinct race of Cannas, noted for the im-
mense size of their orchid-like flowers, often 6

to 7 inches across.

Alemannia. This kind produces the largest
flowers. Plants grow 5 to 6 feet high, with
large, broad, green leaves. Outer petals scar-
let orange, with broad, yellow golden border.

Bnrhank. Flowers very large, light yellow,
toward center spotted crimson.

Kate Gray. Tall grower; immense flowers,
orange scarlet, edged yellow.

Partonope, Tall grower, flowers large, color
briirht reddish salmon; very showy and dis-
tinct.

PcnitNylvanla. Medium tall grower; flowers of
large size, color deep red, of solid color.

LoulMtana. 6 ft. Very large beauiful vivid
scarlet orchid-like flowers, often measuring
6 to 6 inches across. Foliage a glossy green.

Now York. 6 ft. Dark bronze foliage, with the
orchid type of flowers. Will stand the hot
sunshine as well as the toughest varieties of
Cannas. The color is a solid rich scarlet
covered with a beautiful glowing sheen.

CRIMSON AND SCARCET SHADES WITH
GREEN FOLIAGE.

Chan. Hondorson. Deep crimson, yellow flame
at the throat.

Duke of Marlborough. Deep, rich, crimson ma-
roon.

EmproHs. Dwarf. Flowers bright scarlet crim-
son.

Ex-Campbell. Deep, rich crimson, dotted ma-
roon.

J. wllkliiMon Eliott. Light Vermillion, covered

lengthwise with fine, distinct, crimson veins.

Pliiliulelplila. A bright, glowing red; very rich
and velvety.

PreMtdeiit .Cleveland.. Very showy variety,
wliich has attracted considerable attention.

Bright orange scarlet.

ciiiiinon Itedder. Dwarf habit, flower dark
soarlet; the best «>f its col»>r.

Chleago. Strong, lieavy grower; color clear dark
scarlet; one of the bes'-

A Bouvler. Tall dark, scarlet; each petal flaked
with scarlet; a splendid sort.

Flamingo. Medium height; fine, bold flower,
dark crimson.

Pres. McKinley. Dwarf habit, dark rich crim-
son.

J. D. Elsie. Light glowing scarlet, tall grower.

PINK FLOWERING VARIETIES.

Lnelenna cailand. Flowers large and round;
color light rose, with base of yellow.

Mile. Berat. Soft, rosy carmine or pink flowers
in large, compactly filled trusses.

L Patrle. Tflght rosy pink, medium tall.

GILT EDGE V'T’TETIES.

Mad Croasy. Dwarf habit, crimson; scarlet bor-
der, golden yellow.

Queen Chiirlotte. Bright orange scarlet, edged
with canary yellow.

WHITE SHADES.

Mt. Blanc. Large size, almost pure white.

Y'EI.LOW FLOWERING.

Florence Vaughan. Deep golden yellow; thickly
spotted with scarlet.

Bntfereiip. Bright buttercup yelU)W.

Ed.Hoss. Tall, light yellow. spiUted crimson.

BRONZE FOI.IAGE VARIETIES.

Black Beauty. Valued for its fine foliage,
which is very deep bronze wine red, almost
black. ' Flowers insignficant.

Egandnie. Cherry red; foliage dark maroon.
Medium height.

David Hjirnm. Bright Vermillion scarlet, mot-
tled with deep red.

New York. A giant in size of flower and
growth. Flowers inten.se, brilliant carmine;
broad bronze leaves.

Nell Campbell. Rather dwarf habit. Foliage
rich bronze, flower salmon yellow.

PRICE LIST OF CANNAS*

Notice* This price is for started plants, grow-
ing in pots, ready May 15th. If you wish dor-
mant roots for delivery before April 16th, de-
duct 26 cents per dozen.

Our ver.v large Mtofk t^nalilem. ua .to. pnt .the
price very low tbla year for tlieat* grand bed-
Ing plant.s. l*ureliaNer*K i«el«*erloii. amall
plants. 10 eent.s each. $1 for 12* second slr.e
plants, 15 cents each, :5l-50 per dozm* third
size 2t» cents each, tjd for «. t|(2 for 12.

For new varielie.** Caniin.s and .special collec-
tion Cannas for beds, see pages 23 and 2fr.

HANCKOI T’S BKAUTI' Uli FLOWERS FOR 1914

CANNAS — New Varieties

tioduced, this one takes the lead foi* size, color
and habit. It is a cross between the Orchid
flowering- and the French or Crozy type, combin-
ing the best features of both the large flowers--
of one with the free-blooming character of thfe
other; the handsome leathery foliage with a
strong, noble habit. It has the broadest leaves.

It is so distinctly in advance of any other
Canna, that the demand for and u.se of it has.
become universal. Strong plants, 20 cents each,
$2 per dozen; $12 per 100.

Clias. Lutz. Foliage large and a healthy green;
flower very large, yellow; considered the
best yellow. 20 cents each.

Hungarla. Very dwarf; leaves bluish green,
flowers of largest size of pure LaFrance pink
with satin sheen. 20 cents each.

Long Branch. A giant Queen Charlotte, being
bright crimson with wide yellow border. 20
cents each.

Julius Koch. Foliage dark green, flowers large,
and broad petals a brilliant blood red. 20
cents each.

Mrs. A. F. Conrad. Exquisite salmon pink of
largest size; green foliage.

Special OfTer on Cannas: One each of the 6 new
varieties for $1.

DAHLIAS

KING HUMBER 1 , King of ail Cannas

€liant Flowered. Orange Scarlet. Bronze LeaL

This remarkable “Gold Medal” Canna has
keen the sensation of the past six years. Of all
the wonderful flowering and foliage plants in-

The Dahlia is one flower in which it seems that almost perfection has been reached. It is now
taking first place among autumn-flowering plants; this is largely due to the splendid new sorts
that are being brought out in the Cactus and Decorative class. There is nothing that can equal
them in range of color and abundance of bloom. The Decorative and Single varieties are fine for
€ut flowers. Any good, rich, garden soil, not too wet. will grow good Dahlias.

Plant Dahlia tubers in open ground, about the middle of May if the weather is favorable. The
started plants can be planted from May 16th until July 1st. If the ground is at all cold and wet
iefer planting until later date. With us, the started plants have proved as good as the tubers.
In fact, they come into bloom more quickly than the tubers and are cheaper.

Always stake your Dahlias as soon as they are tall enough, using a good stout stake at least
4 feet high. In the fall, before hard frost, cut the tops off within 3 inches from the ground, take
up and store in a cool cellar free from frost. Our collection of Dahlias is very large and complete.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914,

DAHLIAS, STANDARD VARIKTIRS

DAISY

A. D. lilvonia. Sho^. Soft shell pink; large,
perfect blussonis.

Baroa de Gluiiey. Peony-flowered. Double
low of pure white petals.

Camelluelloru. White. Dwarf and very double;
petals tinibriated.

Catherine Duer. Cactus. Of immense size, op-
ening out flat and showing no center; petals
wide and rounding; the color is glowing scar-
let, without markings.

Comet. Cactus.. Delicate lilac, spotted and
striped rose.

David Uarum. Decorative. Bright orange scar-
let with crimson shadings; large size; thick,
wide petals full to the center.

Eiva. White. Cactus.

Frute. Cactus. Long, curled petals, full to the
center; outer petals soft pink, shading to
cream towards the center.

Floradora. Crimson. Cactus.

General Bueller. Bright red. Cactus, shading
white in center.

Grand Duke Alexis. Large white. Decorative.
Slightly tinted lavender.

Gabriel. Cactus. Very deep flower; scarlet with
crimson shadings; petals long, pointed and
twisted.

Henry Patrick. Decorative. Clear white, tinted
lavender; very large.

Herzblntchen. Cactus. Deep apricot, shading to
carmine; long, tightly twisted petals, com-
pact and full to the center.

Innovation. Cactus. Center deep scarlet, the
ends of the petals creamy white.

fiCriemhilde. Cactus. An exquisite delicate shell
pink, shading to cream.

Rackete. Cactus. Same shape as Kriemhilde;
flowers 4 to 6 inches in diameter, of a bright
scarlet color, borne on long stems.

"Twentietb Century. Single. Rosy crimson, tip-
ped white, with a white band around the disc;
as the season advances, they become lighter
until they are almost pure white, suffused
with soft shell pink.

White Swan. Clear white; compact.

Wm. Agnew. Decorative. Richest shade of in-
tense, dazzling red; large size.

Wm. Pieree. Decorative. Rich golden yellow.

Price, .strong pot filaiits, 10 cents each, 25 cents
for 3, $1 per dozen; <llvided root.s, 15 cents
each, $1.50 per dozen; our selection, 12 vari-
eties for $1, 25 for $2.

NEW DAHLIAS

Beautiful little border plants, which bloom
through the summer when planted in a shady
situation.

Double Pink and Double White. 5 cents .each.
60 cents per dozen.

DRACAENA INDIVISA

Beautiful window and greenhouse plants,
thriving in a warm, dry room. Should have
their leaves sponged off once or twice a week.
For general decorative purposes, this is one of
the besL plants we know, it is of graceful hab-
it, and an exceedingly rapid grower, and is not
affected by the sunsliine, drought or storm. It
forms a palm-like tree and does equally well
either indoors or in the open ground; is espec-
ially suited for center of vases, baskets and
window boxes. Small size, 26 cents; larger sizs,
60 cents and 76 cents each.

FUCHSIA

SINU1.I!:

Speciosa. Very early bloomer. Tube and petals
light rose.

Churmiiig. Corolla pink; Sepals purple. Early
and free.

Black Prince. Sepals bright carmine, corolls
mauve pink.

Mad Boeg. Large size, carmine, rose; petals
clear violet.

DOUBLE

Jupiter. Sepals rich scarlet, corolla rich royal
purple.

Madam Carnot. Immense size, corolla pure

white.

Royal Purple. Very large, double purple.

P. H. Lemon. Large size very double; violet,
sepals red.

Price, 10 cents each, $1 per dozen; larger ■isc,
15 cents and 20 cents each.

FEVERFEW

One of our finest bedding and vase plants,
giving an abundance of double white flowers,
one inch across. 10 cents and 20 cents each, $1
and $2 per dozen, according to size.

FOR-GET-ME-NOT

These quaint, neat, low-growing plants love
cool, moist soil, and, like pansies, bloom most
freely in fall and early spring, producing star-
like light blue flowers. Excellent for borders,
edgings, or will bloom nicely in winter In a
cool room in pots. Needs shade in the summer.
6 cents each, 60 cents per dozen.

Countes of Lonsdale. Cactus. A pleasing blend-
ing of salmon, pink and amber.

Keyens White. Fine white Cactus.

Princess Use. Cactus. Delicate rose, suffused
carmine, passing to white at edges.

Uncle Tom. Cactus. Maroon, shaded black.

Pcrle de l.yon. One of the finest white decora-
tive Dahlias.

S. D. G. Doazen. Of immense size; very free
flowering; pure red.

John Walker. Show, An elegant pure white.

Susan. Show. Beautiful shell pink; very early
flowering.

Lady Herbert. Pale yellow, shaded peach, tip-
ped crimson.

Jack Rowe. Decorative, Brilliant crimson red;
verv large.

Snow Clad. Pompone. Pure white.

Ware’s Mars. Pompone. Beautiful deep red.

Ami>assador. Pure white Cactus, of largest
size.

Dalntr. Lemon yellow, shading lighter, some
times tinted rose pink; tips of petals golden
yellow.

Fairy. Pure white, very narrow florets, beau-
tiful in form.

Frau Marx. A beautiful LaFrance rose pink;
splendid bloomer.

Winsome. One of the finest white Cactus Dah-
lias to date; beautiful twisted petals.

Price of New Dahlias, 20 cents each, 3 for 50
cents, 12 for $2.

FICUS ELASTICA
(Imllu Rubber Plant.)

This has become
a general favorite
as a house plant
because the large
shining green
leaves enrure the
dry air of a living,
room as well or
better than any
other plant. Our
plants are very
choice and will
add much to the
room in which
they are used as
a part of the dec-
orative scheme.
Plants 1 foot high
6U cents each; 18
inches high. $1
each; 2 feet high,
$1.25 each; 21^ ft.
high, $1.76 each.

Ituhber Tree.

BANCKOb^r’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914

FERNS

Ostrich Plume Fern (Nephrolepsis Whitmani.)
Unquestionably the most valuable Nephro-
lepsis of the Ostrich Plume type yet intro-
duced. Of compact habit, the pinae are deep-
ly divided, g-iving the plant a very graceful
appearance. Small plants, 25 cents each;
strong, 6-inch pot plants, $1 each; extra fan-
cy specimens, $1.50 and $2.00 each; medium
size, 60 cents each.

Owarf Ostrich Plume Siipcrhcssima. A unique
and distinct variety, in a class by itself;
dwarf, compact grower, fronds being very
dense and of a dark green color. 50 cts. each.

Boston Fern (Nephrolepsis exalta Boston-
iensis.) The most popular house plant in cul-
tivation. In well-known specimens, the
fronds attain a length of 6 or 7 feet, like
plumes arching over in a most graceful man-
ner. A very fine plant for hanging pots or
baskets on the piazza in the summer, and
conservatory in the winter. First size, 15
.cents each, 50 cents for 4; second size, 25
cents each, $1 for 5; third size, 50 cents each;
fourth size, $1 each. Beautiful specimens,
$1.60, $2 and $3 each.

Dwarf Boston Fern (Nephrolepis Scottii.) Of
more dwarf ^nd bushy growth than the pre-
ceding. Fronds droop gracefully and are not
so long and coarse, and the leaves are more
crinkled. A rapid and easy grower. 15 cents,
26 cents and $1 each.

Cilant Boston Ferns Roosvelti. Stronger grower
than the Boston fern-^-long heavy leaves,
having a wavy appearance — a valuable nov-
elty. Strong plants 25 cents and 60 cents
each; 6-inch pot plants, $1 each.

WIRE BASKETS. For Sword Ferns and .for
porch use, 25, 35 and 50 cents each.

^o«s for lining same, 16 cents per basket.

Fern Dish Planted with Ferns

FERN DISHES. Several kinds, both in glazed
and the Rockwood ware, 26, 36 and 60c each.

■FARDINTERES. We carry a beautiful lot in
splendid a.ssortment of fancy kinds. 26, 50,

76 cents and $1. Very large ones, 12 to 16 in-
ches across, $2 and $2.60 each.

Nephrolepis Whitmani

GENERAL. COLLECTION OF FERNS

Adiantum Croweanum. The hardiest of the
Maiden Hair varieties; strong grower. 26 and
50 cents.

Adiantum Cnneatum. The popular fine foliage
Maiden Hair. 25 and 60 cents.

Adiantum Rhodophylum. A miniature Farley-
ense, but easier to grow. 26 cents.

Japan Fern Balls. Dormant balls, ready in Feb-
ruary and March, 35 cents and 50 cents each,
prepaid. Started, ready for delivery after Ap-
ril 1st, 60 cents each. By express only.

Japan Air Plant. Similar to a very fine feath-
ery Fern; very odd; live without water or
soil; should be hung up in little vase. 2B
cents each.

Ferns for Dishes and the House

We have a good stock of the best growing
varieties suitable for fern dishes and single
pots in the home in best of the easily grown
varieties. Small plants suitable for fern dishes,
16 cents each, 4 for 60 cents, 9 for $1; larger
size for specimen plants, 25 cents each.

Hardy Ferns

They do best in a partially shaded situation,
as in the north side of house. Ready in May.
Dwarf Hardy Brakes, 10 cents each, 76 cents
per dozen.

Tail-Growing Brakes, 25 cents each, 6 for $1.
Assorted Hardy Ferns. Eastern grown, perfect-
ly hardy here, but different than our regular
native varieties. 20 cents each, 6 for $1.

BANCROFT’S BKAUTIFUI. FLOWKKS FOR 1914,

GERANIUMS

The Geranium is the most popular plant for bedding- purposes, and deservedlj' so, as they con-
tinue to bloom profusely in the hot summer months when other plants are scorched by sun and
dry weather. They possess great vai‘iety ami brilliancy of color. The new double vanetu.*s bloom
as freely as the single and make as fine bedders, being more durable, and are also valuable for
cut flower work. They are also indispensable for the window garden in winter, blooming contin-
uously. Each variety listed in our collection has a dstinctive feature from all others.

Our list of flowering Geraniums will be found very large and complete; in fact, it is one of the
largest and finest in the West. We have taken great care in selectng the different varieties
showing distinct characteristics of their own.

P'or massing- in beds, for window boxes and vases, no varieties excel B. Poitevine, S. A. Nutt,
Countess, A. Richard, E. H. Trego, Madam Chevalier, Jaqueri, J. Marlowe, Jean Viaud, Bruanti
and Mrs. J. M. Garr in their respective colors.

Scented Geraniums

Exceedingly useful on account of their frag-
rant foliage, and largely used in baskets and

bouquets. Also used for making up toilet wat-
ers. fragrant jars, etc.

Varlegjiteo Leaf. Sweet scen^^ed, 2-> cents each.

Large Green Leaf. Sweet scented, 10 cents
each.

Dale Park Beauty. Flowers similar to a Pansy
Geranium; deep lilac color; foliag e fragrant.
20 cents each.

Scarlet Unique. Flowers dull scarlet, blotched
maroon; foliage fragrant. 20 cents each.

Border Geranium

Hndnm Salleroi. Leaves from 1 to 2 inches in
plant is quite dwarf, growing in dense, round
green, with broad margins of pure white; the
masses quite rapidly. Valuable for Iwskets,
vases and for second rows in bedding de-
signs. in cents each, 25 cents for 4, $1 for 18,
$5 for 100.

Variegated Silver Leaf Varieties

Hndnm Pollock. Green disc, bronze zone, ed-
ged silver. 20 cents.

Tricolor Arl>n4n.«i. Foliage golden yellow. Very
profuse In bloom; salmon pink flowers. 10
cents each.

ExqjulMite. Foliage bright yellow, w'ith dis-
tinct yellow zone; flowers pink. 10 cents each.

Happy Thought. Variegated green, bronze
•white foliage; bright red flowers. 15 cents
each.

Wtlllnm T.nngnth. Broad, stocky growth, beau-
tiful deep green leaves, each marked wiili a
broad pure snow while band, ll beats all the
8il v« r-lea ved kinds in freedom of bloom;
flowers double, bright red, large, extra-iilled-

out blooms, rising from the white colored
foliage; very handsome. 20 cents each, 50
cents for 3.

Ivy-Leaved Geraniums

These are the grandest of all house plants,

or for baskets or vases. They can be grown to

droop or climb, as desired.

Caosar Franck. A magnificent shade of soft
crimson, shaded tender rose at base of pet-
als: the foliage is a clean, waxy green; of
vigorous habit and a quick grower.

General Champlonctte. A grand pure scarlet
of beautiful rose form, quite circular and of
a large size.

H. Glacomclll. Large semi-double flowers, in
magnificent tru.^.'se.s; the color is a beaonful
light rose, blotched crimson upper petals.
Compact grower.

.Toan d’Arc. Peifectly double; flowers white.

Mrs. Hawley. Deep flowers in large clu.sters

P. Orozy. Hybrid between the Zonale.s and Iv-
ies. form of trusses and florets as found
among the Ivies. The color is .soft, bright
scarlet, and is a grand bedder. Profuse
bloomer.

Alliance. Strong, unrie-bt grower; delicate light
pink, upper petals blotched ro.se.

Duke Fdinbnrg. Foliage green with white mar-
gin; pink flowers. 20 cents each.

Madam Tblbant. Beautiful rose pink; very
large trusses.

Gordon’s Glory. Exquisite bright scarlet; a
profuse bloomer. 20 cents each.

Price of I\-y Geraniums: Small plants, 10 cents
each, 3 for cents; larger plants, 20 cents
each, 3 for 60 cents.

n.ANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914

GERANIUMS— Continued

Vv ill. j^aiiguLh (bee page 28.)

' BEST STANDARD DOUBLE VARIETIES

. Bruuiiti. Very fine semi-double, clear scarlet: it

is an exceptionally strong grower and valu-
able as a bedding variety, it stands the sum-
mer heat re»iarkably well.

A. Tennyson. Strong, compact grower; semi-
double; orange scarlet.

Alphonse Ricard. A strong grower, dwarf and
branching and produces veiw- large flowers in
great masses; semi-double; a brillant orange
red

Beuute Poltevine. Semi-double, salmon pink.

Countess. Deep pink, graduating to salmon to-
ward the edges; very large trusses.

Fleur Blane. The flowers are pure white, not a
trace of color appearing at the center.

Fleur de Rose. An exquisite shade of pure flesh
;i pink spotted with white on the outer petals.

H Jean Viaud. Semi-double, of largest size, pure

soft pink, with two white blotches.

La Favorite. The best double white for bedding.

Hadam A. M. Chevalier. Trusses of immense
size, of splendiid habit. Double, white.

S. A. Nutt. The T>est of all rich, dark crimson
varieties. The flowers are of a perfect shape
and large size. A grand bedder.

' Sedueteur. Beautiful salmon pink, bordered

white.

F. Perkins. Clear deep rose pink; very free
bloomer.

A. Rothchild. . Light daybreak pink. A fine var-

Ity.

BEST STANDARD SINGLE VARIETIES

Julia Marlowe. Bright scarlet; round petals,
very full and brilliant.

Jaeqnerill. Of the deep red bedding varieties
this is without doubt the be.st. Immense
;j trusses, brilliant crimson scarlet; strong

ij grower, unsurpassed as a bedder.

I M. Champion. Large, round, showy fiower,

i; bright rosy pink, with white mark.

Mrs. M. Gaar. The finest white ever sent out;

I Mrs. E. .G Hill. Salmon pink; very good bedder.

I Persoureur. A single white Bruant; a strong

i grower, fine bedder and free bloomer.

,1; Telegraph. Mammoth size, robust habit of

growth, combined with its color and remark-
' able productiveness places it before all oth-

•<: ers. The foliage is dark green with heavy

d; zone, flowers single and a reddish deep

,i orange cerise in color.

j «. D. Mirande. The peach blossom variety, beau-

tiful light pink, shaded white.

Price of All Geraniums (except noted.) Double
and Single: First siy.e. 2-ineli pot plants. 10
ets. eaeli. $1 per doz.; our seleetloii. $1 for 10.
$5 for 100. Seeon4l size, very suitable fur hed-
ing, 3-lneh pots, 15 ets. eaieh, ;S1.50 per duz..

I $10 per 100. I'hird, size. 4-liieh pots. 20 ets.
each, $2 per doz.. $15.50 per 100. This size is
especially desirable for porch boxes and bed-
fling for immediate elYeet. Fourth size, extra
selected plants, especially for vase use. 25
ets. each, $2.50 per doz.

NEW VARIETIES

Dagata. Double. Bright pure pink with large
plume of white at base of upper petals.

Mrs. A. Vincent. Strong, dwarf growth; semi-
double; pure carmine, tinted white; fine bed-
der.

President Baillet. Semi-double. Bright scarlet;
strong, robust grower; Bruant type.

Madam A. Roseleur. Serni -double. Deep rose
pink, showing a white spot in center; dwarf
habit.

Ernest Vernet. Short, stocky growth; enormous
semi-double; flowers clear madder red.

Colonel Thomas. Semi-double. Deep cardinal
red, apparently covered with purplish sheen,
deepening toward center.

Scarlet Bedder. Semi-double. Deep cardinal
red; very fine bedder.

Dutchess Chailles. Very large semi-double,
pale rose striped white.

Pan.ima. Single bright scarlet with distinct
white markings.

Ruby. Semi-double dark; currant red. Suf-
fused with violet, fine bedder.

Price of New Geraniums: Small plants, 15 ets.

each, $1.50 per dozen; second size, from 3-in.
pots, 20 cents each, $2 per dozen.

HYDRANGEAS

These beautiful shrub plants are valuable lor
lawn or porch decoration when planted in pots
or tubs. The large clusters of flowers reses-ible
tko.^.^ of the Snowball, being larger and re-
maining on the plant from two to three
months.

Otaska. Bright pink, sometimes tinted bluet
dwarf, sturdy habit; profuse bloomer.

Souv de Claire. Produces bright pink flowers in
wonderful profusion; heads are rather small-
er than the others.

Thomas Hogg. Large, pure white, free bloomer
Small plants of the above, 15 cents each; larg-
er size, 25 and 50 cents each; splendid speci-
men plants in 6-in. pots, $1 each.

NEW VARIETIES HYDRANGEAS

These new varieties are proving of excep-
tional value. Heads of flowers are very large
and full and blooming qualities are excellent.
Avalanch. A splendid large white.

Fraieheur. Very large, white, delicately tinted
rose.

Mile. Tremault. Of purest white, very large,
equal in growth to Otaska.

Monsieur Renault. Bright rose with carmine
shading.

Price of New Hydrangeas: Small plants, 25

cents each, 3 for 65 cents. Large size, 40
cents each.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLO\M?RS FOR 1914,

HELIOTROPE

Universal favorites on account of their de-
lig-htful frag-rance. They flower equally well
as bedding plants in summer or pot plants in
winter.

L. D. Opnie. Lilac, with white eye.

The Oueen, Dwarf habit; flower royal purple,
with distinct white center. One of the very
best.

Snow Wreath. The nearest approach to snow
white we yet have in the Heliotrope. Com-
pact habit.

B. Fleurl. Trusses large; color rosy violet.

Price of Hellofrope.s; Small plants, 10 cents
each, 3 for 25 cents; larger plants, 20c. each.

HIBISCUS

A beautiful class of rapid-growing tropical
shrubs with rich glossy foliage and large
showy blossoms, often measuring 4 inches in
diameter. They bloom freely throughout the
summer in beds, and no plant gives better sat-
isfaction in a warm, sunny room in winter.
Anrantlc.a. Double orange.

Carmlnatns Perfectns. Flowers nearly 5 inches
across, rich, soft carmine, rose color. Single.
Peachblow. Double light salmon pink, very
free bloomer; the best of its class.
Sub>Vlolaceus. Flowers enormous and semi-
double, carmine, tinted violet.

Price of Hibf.oci]s: Small plants, 15 cents each;

large size, 20 and 40 cents.

IVIES.

Eingllsh. An old favorite vine; hardy in* the
South, but will not stand our Iowa winters.
Large, 26 cents and 50 cents.

Kenilworth. An old familiar trailing Ivy. Per-
haps the best for shaded places or rooms
where light is not strong. Each, 10 cents;
dozen, 75 cents.

German. Well-known Ivy which is very ponu-
lar as a plant for hanging baskets and vases.
Easily grown. Each, 10 cents; dozen, 75 cts.
Bngllsh Variegated. A beautiful and rare var-
iety of the old English type; leaves are var-
iegated green and white. 25 cents each.

LANTANA

Quite tender. They are strong-growing and
very free -flowering. Valuable as bedding
plants, standing the sun very well; also good
for planting in pots. 10 cents each, $1 per doz.
Anrora. Strong grower; yellow.

Jnvil. Purest white; a most beautiful flower.
L. Poltcvlnc. Beautiful rose; rather dwarf.
Radiation. Brilliant red, center orange yellow.
We«‘pii»g. A beautiful trailing variety, very de-
sirable for planting in hanging baskets, vas-
es, pots or or»en ground. Bears an immense
profusion of lovely clear pink flowers from
early summer until late in the fall.

MANETTIA VONE

A pretty, rapid -growing, tvnning plant, pro-
ducing tiibxilar flowers from 1 to 3 inches in
length; flame colored, tippe<l with bright yel-
low. 10 cents each. 3 for 25 cents.

MARGUERITE, OR PARIS HAISY
Always in demand because of the many uses
to which they are adapted. One of the most sat-
lafactory plants in cultivation, being easily
grown.

Q,ucen Alexandria. Is the only large-flowering,,

pure white Daisy, with double, semi-double
and single flowers on a single plant at one
time. Flowers averaging 2^ to 3 inches la
diameter; an excellent pot plant for winter;
useful for cutting. 15 cents each, 76 cents
for 6. Large size, 26 cts. and 60 cts.

Yello%v Marguerite tC3ueen Belgiums.) 20 cents
for 3; large size. 20 cents each, 50 cents for 1.

MOONPLOWER

Strong-growing climber reaching a height of
40 feet by October 15, if planted In rlek
ground, exposed to the sun.

White (Ipomoea noctoflora.) Flowers 6 Inches
in diameter and pure white, with flrepoiuted
star in the center.

Blue (Tleari.) Flowers deep azure blue, 4 inches
in diameter. Very pretty.

10 cts. each. 25 cts. for 3: large plants, 20 cts

AMERTCAIV WCYDF^R l.EMON

26 cents each; large size. 60 cents.

OTAHEITE ORANGE
25 cents and 50 cents.

OX A LIS

Plants in 3-inch pots, 16 cents.

Alba. White,

Ne%v Double Yellow.

Bultereup* Of large size. Color a clear light

T'ClloW.

PRIMROSES

Of easiest culture in .gr-jenhouses or light
win.hiws, flowering abundantly and continu-
ously with little care.

Bai»y Primro.se.s. Rosy lilac flowers; very grace-
ful. Small size, 16 cents each, 4 for 60 cents,
Chinese. Several colors of the very best strains.
10 cents. 16 cents and 20 cents each, $1 to $2
per dozen.

Obooiiloa. This is one of the most useful of
flowering plants; always completely covered
with flowers, which are a soft lilac shade and
very charming. 10 cents. 16 cents and 20 cents
each .

P ANDANUS

Ufllls. The Pandanus is perhaps the mo.st usa-
fiil of our ornamental foliage plants. From
6-inoh pots, $1 each.

VeltchU. Fine plants, 6-inch pots, $1.50 each.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFITIi FL0WT:RS FOR 1014

Arecu Lutescens. A most elegrant Palm. It
it. easily grown and is useful in every
stale of its growUi; line color, graceful
habits, stems golden yellow, tall grower,
5u cts., $1, $2 and $3 each.

Liutaiilu Borbuiiicu (Chinese Fan Palm.) One
of the most desirable for general cultiva-
tion. Especially desirable for center vaa-
es, etc 60 cents, $1 and $2.

PANSIES

The Pansy begins to bloom in February and
continues until late in the fall. Should be
placed in very rich soil and watered freely. We
offer a fine collection of carefully-grown, from
pots, that are sure to give satisfaction and
bloom freely.

Giant Varieties. Colors separate.. 60 cents per
dozen.

Oor Special mixture. Containing a fine mixture
of all varieties listed in flower seed depart-
ment of this catalogue. 60 cents per dozen,
per 100.

PALMS

Two or three well-known Palms in a house
produce a better decoration than a hundred
small plants and are not so much trouble. They
are now the most fashionable plant for all dec-
orative purposes. Keep in a moderately warm
room; sponge the foliage off frequently with
warm water and whale-oil soapsuds and then
with clear water; give plenty of water, espec-
ially in summer and do not expose to the scald-
fag sun rays in summer.

Kentia Bcinioreaiia. This is always enthusias-
tically received when seen on account of its
elegant and well-furnished growth. . An ele-
gant species in which the Pinnas are beauti-
fully curved and reflexed. One of the easiest
to grow in cultivation. Nice plants, 50 cents
and $1 each; large size, $2, .$3 and $5 each.

Kentla Forsterlan.a. Similar to the preceeding,
but taller and more robust. Nice plants, 50
cents and $1 each. Large size. $2. $3. $5.

Phoenix Robelenii. One of the great Palms of
the future, combining the grace of the C*ocos
and the hardiness of the Kentia. 76 cents,
$1 and '^1 5h each.

gaeos Weddelanin. Most elegant and graceful
of all the smaller Palms. Its slender, erect
stem is freely furnished with its arching
leaves, made up of innumerable long, narrow
pinnae or segments of rich green color. 60
cents and $1 eanh.

€>yca« Ftevolnta (Sago Palm.) The stems of this
variety are similar in shape to a pineapple;
leaves grow in whorls at top. |1, |2 and ?3.

DOUBLE PETUNIAS

Few plants give as general satisfaction tta
the Petunia. All are strung, rapid growers
and free bloomers. We have a large number
of varieties, varying in colors from pure
white to dark crimson, variegated, beauti-
fully marbled and blotched.

Seafoaiu. For purity of color, form, size and
vigor of growth, this variety is unsurpassed
in double White Petunias. We have a grand
stock of this, the finest double white variety
we ever saw. 20 cents each, 60 cents for 3.

Pink Beauty. Beautifully fringed and of clear-
est pink. 15 cents.

Colored Varieties. We have a nice assortment
of the best colored varieties. 10 cents each,
25 cents for 3; larger size, 20 cents each, 6<i
cents for 3.

SINGLE PETUNIAS

Giant of California. Single, finest mixed colora,
6 cents each, 50 cents per doz. large bloom-
ing size, 10 cents each, $1 per dozen.

PENNISETFM TCT PPELT.I ANUM
One of the most beautiful border or beddinig
plants, producing long, feather-like, purplish
blooms, very graceful and ornamental; nearly
hardy. Small plants, 10 cent.s each, $1.00 doa.
large size plants, 20 cents each, $2.00 dozen.

POTNSETTA

This beautiful Christmas-blooming plant U
the admiration of all who see them. Would not
advise you to buy them before November, se-
curing theplant in full bud, ready to bloom. A
description of the plant is hardly necessary, as
you have all seen pictures and descriptions In
the magizines. Price for Christmas-flowering,
strong, 6-inch pot plants, 60 cents each; pans
made up of 3 plants, $1.25.

TRADESCANTIA
(AVanderlng .lew.)

Fine for hanging-baskets, vases, etc. Easily
gTown if given plenty of water.

Multicolor. Foliage brightly marked and strip-
ed white, rose, pink, bronze and green. It
cents each.

Sepens VlttJita. Leaves bright green, strips!
with creamy white. 10 cents each.

BANCKUFT'S BEAUTIFL L FLOWERS FOR 1914,

Pelargonium or Lady Washington Geraniums

Showiest mass of bloom produced on any soft-wooded plant that we have. The flowers are of
good substance beautifully ruffled and fluted while the colors are perfection in gorgeous shades
and markings and of great size and much better bloomers than the older varieties.

Our collection is from two Pelargonium specialists and consist of the very best of their differ-
ent collections.

Mad. Vlberf. Ruffled
dower, fiery red, with
black blotches.

KiiiiTHtoii Ueaiity Single
white: two upper pet-
als blotched dark.

Mrs. Robert Saiidiford.
S»^mi-d o u b I e, pure
white. S o m e t i m es
slightly marked dark.

Victor. Clear rosy pmk;
two upper petals

Prince Slay. Light rosy
piiik, variegated dark-
er.

marked maroon.

Lord ’ll u y o r 'I'reloar.

JBi’ight rosy red. ma-
roon blotch on upper
petals, white center.

Duke CoriiMail. Large
dowers of great sub-
stance. reddish crim-
son. bordered salmon.

Countess of Crewe. Sat-
iny ri>se shade; patals
crimped.

Lord I'reloar. Rosy red,
maroon blotch in up-
per petals, vviiite cen-
ter.

Toniiny Dodd. Lower
petals, soft blush, up-
per petals maroon.

Luily Dull'. Rich rosy
red, distinct white
margin.

Lor«l Carrington. Purple
mauve, with crimson
blotch of largest size.

Price of Pelargoniums (except noted) : Small

plants, 2tl Cts. each. 3 for 5tl cts? larger size,
30 cents each. 4 for $1.

PANSY GERANIUM

Mrs. Layal. The flowers are of medium size and
have white throat. Each petal is shaded to-
ward the center with a rich lavender pink
and dark maroon blotch in the center; is of
easiest growth, dwarf in habit and literally
covered with flowers, and as it requires little
attention it is invaluable as a window plant.
20 cents each, 3 for 50 cents.

NEW HYBRID PELARGONIUM

Easter Greeting. This new species is the earl-
iest of all Pelargoniums with enormous flor-
ets and clusters having light green foliage
and of dwarf, robust growth. It blooms from
March until fall. The florest are of a fiery
amaranth red with five regular shaped spots.
The first and only kind to bloom as well bed-
ed out as in pots and to do so all summer.

30 cents each, 4 for $1.

SMILAX

There is no climbing plant in cultivation that
surpasses this in the graceful beauty of its fol-
iage. It is indispensable for sut flower work
and its hard texture enables it to be kept with-
out wilting for several days after being cut.
10 cents each, 25 cents for 3; larger size, 20
cents each.

SANSEVIERA ZEYLANCA

A beautiful plant, especialy adapted for the
decoration of drawing rooms and halls, as it

stands drought and dust with impunity. 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. Price of
strong, healthy growing plants, 20 cents each.
$1 for 6; large size, 40 cents each.

VINCA

This great window-box and hanging-basket
plant increases in popularity each year.

Major Varlegata. A beautiful variegated trail-
ing plant. Leaves glossy green, broadly mar-
gined with creamy white; flowers blue. 10
and 20 cents each, $1 and $2 per dozen.

Green Variety. Similar to the variegated, but
leaves beautiful dark green. 10 and 20 cents
each,

RUSSELA ELEGANTISSIMA

A very striking semi-trailing plant, especi-
ally adapted for hanging-baskets, vases, wind-
ow-boxes, where a delicate graceful effect Is
sought. The plant is skeleton-like in growth,
throwing long spikes of rush-like branching
foliage two-thirds of a foot long, which are lit-
erally covered with brilliant coral red florets.
10 cents each, 26 cents for $3, $1 per dozen;

large size, 20 cents each, 3 for 60 cents.

SWAINSONIA ALBA

Most prolific plant, producing spikes of pure
white flowers from 4 to 6 inches long in the
greatest abundance the entire year. The flowers
resemble a small sweet pea and last well when
cut. 10 cents each, 50 cents for 3.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOA\"ERS FOR 1914

SAIAIAS

The Salvias now rank with the g'eranium in
importance as a bedding' plant. These French
varieties are especially valuable on account _ of
their dwarf and compact habit, and coming' in-
to bloom in mid-July, while the old Splendens
did not bloom until September.

J. Crotien. Strong:, robust grower, bearing im-
mense drooping spikes clear glowing scarlet
for bedding. A taller grower than the other
varieties.

Mrs. Chas. X. Page. Dwarf, compact grower
very early and profuse bloomer; spikes of
flowers very long and of most brilliant
scarlet.

Fireball. Dwarf, compact habit; very free
flowering. Flowers long and brilliant
scarlet.

Zurich. The dwarfest and earliest of all the
Salvias, being constantly in bloom.

Price of the above, 10 cents each, $1 per
dozen, $5 per 100, larger size, 20 cents each,
$2 per dozen, $10 per 100.

VIOLETS

The Violet is so well and favorably knowiv
that an extended description of its charac-
teristics is hardly necessary.

Hardy Russian. Single, deep blue; perfectly
hardy; good bloomer, fall and spring. 10c,.
Princess of Wales. Another grand new Vio-
let. Large single flowers of true blue..
Strong, stiff stems; fine for cutting; in-
tenselj"^ fragrant. 10c each,

S’tvanley White. Double white; lOctS. each. 3
for 25 cts.

VERBENA

The Verbena is one of the prettiest and most
popular of the flowering plants suitable for
forming beds on the lawn. It commences to
flower and spread from the first day the plants
are set until late in the autumn, every day be-
coming better and more handsome. We have
a splendid stock this year, embracing all the
best varieties and including the latest mam-
m.oth. Colors are white, blue, purple, pink,
rosy crimson, red, maroon, striped scarlet, dark
red, etc. 65 cents per dozen. All colors mixed,
5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen.

BEDDING PLANTS

THE FOLLOWING ARE ESPECIALLA' SUITE!) FOR BEBDIBfG; Acalypha, Alteriianthera. Alys-
8um, Cannas, Coleus, Geraniums, Salvias, Agertums, Dahlias, Daisies, Feverfew, Ferns, For-get-
me-nots. Heliotrope, Lantanas, Marguerites, Pansy, Petunia, Roses, Centurea. Also seedlings as
Quoted.

THE FOLLOWING ARE ESPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VASES AND WINDOW BOXES; Alys-
sum. Asparagus, Sprengerl, Crotons, Cyperus, Geraniums, Dracaena, English Ivy, Russella, Trades-
cantla. Vincas, German Ivies. „ , ,,.

In the following list wil be found those especially suited for bedding, space not permitting a
more general description in body of catalogue.

BEDDING PLANTS

Alternatheras. Fine for borders. Red and yel-
low varieties. 60 cents per dozen, $3 per 100.
Ageratnm. White and blue 5c each, 26c for 6.
Alyssum. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen.
Aloysla. Lemon Verbena. 10 cents, $1 per doz.
Cuphea. Ladies’ Cigar plant. 10 cents each,

25 cents for 3.

Cannas. See special list.

Centurea Gymnocarpa (Dusty Miller.) Fine for
edging beds. 6c each, 50c a doz., $3.60 per 100.
Lobelia, Crystal Palace. Fine for borders;
stands sun and heat well. 6 cents each, 60
cents per dozen, $3.60 per 100.

Lobelia Gracilis, Blue and White. These varie-
ties are trailing and are suitable for baskets
or window bordering, 6c each, 60c per dozen.
Lobelia, Double Blue (new.) Beautiful double
blue flowers, 10 cents each, 3 for 26 cents.
Pyrethrum, or Gold Feather. For bordering !
beds, keeps its color throughout the summer, i
6 cents each, 60 cents per doz., $2.60 per 100.
Caladlum Esculentum. For center beds. Start-
ed in pots, 26 cents each.

Cineraria Martlma. Fine for bordering beds;
white-leaved, 10 cents each, 76 cents per doz. ^
Those wanting large quantities of bedding ,
plants, such as Geraniums, Coleus, Alteranthe-
ras, Cannas, etc., ■will do well to submit their j
list to us before buying.

GREENHOUSE PLANTS I

General list, in which, owing to limited
space, we are obliged to omit descriptions.

Aloe. Beautiful little plant, related to Cacti.
16 cents each.

Agave. The Century Plant. Variegated. 35c each. |
Cactus Coreus Grandlflora (Night-blooming Ce- |
reus.) 25 cents each. |

Lobster Cactus (Christmas Cactus.) 16 cents
and 25 cents each.

Cobea Scandeiis. A grand climbing plant for
porches; purple or white cup-shaped flower.
10 cents and 20 cents each.

Cineraria. Large-flowering plants. 20cts. each.
Crown of Thorns. 15 cents and 25 cents each.
Impatiens Sultani. 10 cents each. $1 per doz.
Madeira Vine. 5 cents each, 50 cents per doz.
Peperomia Maculosa. 10 cents and 20c each.
Passion Flower, White. 15 cents each.

Pilea (Artillery plant.) 10 cents each.

AQUARIUM PLANTS

Water Hyacinth. A very showy aquatic, bear-
ing very freely flowers of a delicate lilac
rose, in trusses like a Hyacinth. I5c each.
Cabombia (Aquaria Moss.) Foliage light green;
leaves spread like a fan. 10 cents each, 25
cents for 3.

Cyperus Alternifolius (Umbrella Plant.) 10 cts.
15 cts. 25 cts. and 35 cts. each.

SEEDLINGS SUITABLE FOR BEDDING
We annually grow a large quantity of seed-
lings for our own use. Nearly all this stock is
pot grown and especially suited for immediate
effect.

Asters. Finest assortment of kinds and colors.

40 cents per dozen, $3 per 100.

Canary Bird Flower. 5 cents each.

Candytuft. White. 30 cents per dozen.
Carnation, Giant Marguerite. 40 cents per doz.
Cypress Vine. 5 cents each.

Daisy (Beilis.) 40 cents per dozen.

Mignonette. 40 cents per dozen.

Pansy. 50 cents per dozen.

Petunia, Giant California. 50 cts. per dozen.
Verbenas, Mixed. 50 cents per dozen.
Gypsophila, White. 50 cents per dozen.

Celosia (Cockscomb.) 60 cents per dozen.
Browallia, Blue. 60 cents per dozen.

Ricinus (Castor Oil Beans.) 16 cents each, 4 for
60 cents.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914,

ROSES

popularity of the Rose is greater today than ever before. Other flowers are in faver
for a year or rnore and thfen are practically forgotten, but the Rose is never in danger of
being superseded by any other flower. New varieties are being introduced each year, which
In than the old ones. Nowhere in Iowa, and very few place#

to find a better selection of the different varieties in large size,
attention to our plants in 4-inch pots for immediate effect!
to please and will give entire satisfaction. All our Roses are carefully grown,
wfn plants, and whether you pay one dollar or four dollars, we assure you that you
will receive run value. CULTURAL UIRRCTIONS

In selecting a location for a Rose-bed,
do not choose one wheie they will be
shaded by trees or buildings, as the Rose
delights in an open, airy situation, with
plenty of sunshine. Roses are very part-
ial to clay loam soil, but will do well in
an ordinary soil, if enriched with well-
rotted barnyard manure. In preparing
the bed, dig it up thoroughly to a depth
of 12 or 16 inches, as rose roots pene-
trate deep when they have a chance. In
forming the beds, do not elevate them
above the level of the ground surround-
ing, as they will suffer more from
drought. After the plants are set out
keep the soil loose to a depth of an inch
or two by frequent stirrings. An occas-
ional soaking with weak manure water 1»
a great help to them.

Culture for Winter Bloom. Keep in a
room with temperature 60 to 66 degrees,
with all the sunlight possible to obtain.
Sprinkle under side of foliage every mor-
ning if sun is shining. Do not sprinkle
on cold, dark days unless the atmost-
phere of the room is very dry. As soon as
the bud is matured, cut the stem down to
within 3 or 4 inches of the main stalk.
Soil should be a good, rich clay loam. Use
rotted cow manure in soil. A little weak
manure or ammonia water at the roots
once a week is very beneficial if plant is
growing strong.

Insects and Diseases. Greenfly is easil}
subdued by dusting the leaves with pow-
dered tobacco. The rose-slug is quickly
killed by dusting insect — the whole plant
in fact — with road dust on a sunny day.
Mildew, which affects the leaves in th«
early spring and fall, is due to the var-
iable temperature. For this, dust pow-
dered sulphur on the leaves. Roses must
be syringed thoroughly every sunny day.
In the morning is preferable.

Growing and handling such large quan-
tities in our floral department, we are In
a position to know whether a variety is
worthy of cultivation, and we have listed
Illustrating the possibilities of making beautiful only those which we feel sure will givs

arches of Rambler Roses planted with Clematis our customers the best of sati.sfaction.

Paniculata. Roses by Mall. Unpack immediately.

Do not expose roots, but place at once in a shallow dish of tepid water. Toward evening care-
fully plant in good mellow soil, thoroughly firming the moist earth around the plant. Shade from
the mid-day sun just after planting. If you can possibly avoid it do not have your plants sent by
mall — the small amount of express you have to pay will be more than made up on the extra val-
ues of plants we will send you.

Roses by Rxpress. They are usually packed with all or part of the earth adhering to each
plant. They invariably arrive in good order. If the balls of earth are dry, hold carefully in a
pail of water for a moment, then firm the earth carefully around the balls. Never plant a rose
when dry at roots; always soak before you put in the ground, then firm the soil thoroughly
• round them and water again. Shade is not necessary.

POLYANTHA, OR FAIRY ROSFS

9mal1 plants, 10 cents each, 3 for 25 cents; larg-
er size, 20 cents each, 3 for 50 cents.

Igripplna. An old favorite; brilliant, fiery red,
a good bedder.

Clothilda Soupert. Flowers are exceedingly
large, of a pearl white, shaded at the center
with silvery rose, and are produced in the
greatest profusion. Fine for pot culture or
outdoor planting.

f*nri|uciie. Pure white Fairy Rose; flowers in
plu.'>t«“rs.

Pink Soupert. Similar to Clothilde Soupert, but
clear pink.

Mignonette. A lovely Fairy Rose pink, chang-
ing to blush.

fellow Soupert, “Mosella.” Is the genuine
dwarf-growing, free-flowering Soupert habit.
The bud.«* are also very pretty, a white tint on
a beautiful light yellow ground.

STANDARD COLl.F.CTfON OF FVFR-BLOOM-
INO RO^F.S.

Strong yonng plants. 10 cents eacli. 25 eents for
3« $1 for 15; our selection, $1 for 18, $1.50 for

24. Large size, 2U cenrs eacn, 50 eents for S.

These Roses are especially suited for sum-
mer bedding where large quantities of bloon

are wanted.

Bon Silene. Dark crimson Rose: extremely fra-
grant.

Burbank. Bright cherry crim.son; strong, vig-
orous grower, wonderful bloomer; quit*
hardy.

Champion of the World. Rich, deep rose pink,
large size and fine form; very fragrant; very
prolific and hardv.

Duchesse de Brabant. Of rich and peculiar col-
oring; light rose, heavy shading of amber
and crimson.

Gruss an Teplltz. Richest scarlet, shading to a
velvety crim.«<on; larger than Hermosa, very
fragrant; a free strong grower; hardy; pro-
fu.se bloomer.

Hermosa. Rosy pink. An old garden favorite

Mad. de Wattevllle. White, shaded salmon; out-
er petals shaded rose.

Mad. Schwartz. Fragrant; pure white,

tinted rose.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914

STANDARD TEA ROSES

Suitable for summer planting-. The flowers
•xe much larger and more perfect than the
©receding list but not in such quantity.

American Beauty.

I’RICEiS OF ALT. TEA AXO EVERBL.OOM1NG
ROSES.

Except where noted, first size, 10 cts. each,
per dozen; second size, 15 cts. each, $1.50
per dozen; third size, from 4 and 5-in. pots, 25
ets. each, $2.50 per dozen. We have In stock
nearly all varieties listed larger size. Our se-
(ectlon, second size, ten strong plants, from 3-
tn. pots, especially suited for summer bloom,
for $1, by express. These wUl give you more
satisfaction than $2 invested in cheap little
coses.

American Beauty. For immensity in size, rich
color, exquisite form and delicions fragrance,
H stands without an equal. It is a quick,
bushy grower and a continuous bloomer;
makes magniflcent buds and large, deep,
double flowesr. and is valuable for both
house and garden culture. Color is a rich,
rosy crimson, shaded and veined in the most
charming manner. Not surpassed by any
Rose we know, 20 cents each, 50 cents for 3;
larger size. 40 cents each; extra large, two
years old. 60 cents each.

Bcfistc Brown. Flowers profusely throughout
the summer outdoors. Color pure white,
sometimes tinted pink; large size.

Bride. A pure white Rose of large size and per-
fect form. The buds are pointed, ends of pet-
als are slightly curved back, giving it a most
chaste and elegant appearance.

Etolle de France. A very strong, vigorous
grower, and exceedingly free-flowering; of a
lovely shade of red. borne on long, stiff stems.
Very fragrant and keeps well.

Xew Yellow Rose, Sunburst. The greatest of all
In its class; a showy grower and a splendid
bloomer; color varies with weather condi-
tions, changing from light yellow to almost a
copper color, shading deeper toward center;
a most beautiful sort.

Perle des .lardins. Unquestionably the finest

Sellow Rose for either summer or winter
owering. The flowers are very large and
double, of perfect form. Color a rich shade of
yellow.

Radiance. Of grand habit, strong upright canes,
bright rosy pink.

Alice Roosevelt. Opaque salmon pink; outside
petals flushed rose; very large and full.

My Maryland. A grand bedding Rose, with the
general habit and coloring of Killarney. but
showing a more decided rose pink. Good
free-branching, clean foliaged sort of the

S Tactical type which gives flowers all the

ime.

My Maryland

Mrs. Aaron Ward. Buds are deeply cupped, the
open flowers delightfully attractive; color
deep golden orange, shading outward to
creamy yellow.

Molly S. CrawTord. One of the strongest grow-
ing and freest blooming of the rose family —
pure snow white; very fine outdoor bloomer.

Madame S. Weber. Of largest size. Flesh pink,
texture of petal thick and heavy, like an
American Beauty. A great garden Rose.

Mrs. Arthur R. Waddell. Strong grower; bud
long and pointed, of a deep apricot color,
very fragrant and a good keeper.

Mad. Caroline Testout. Flowers are large; a
brilliant satiny rose, deepening in the center
to a very clear red and splendid globular
flowers.

Mad. Joseph Schw’artz. White, delicately flush-
ed pink,

Maman Cochet. A Peautlful Tea Rose for out-
door blooming, making enormous growth,
with rich, healthy foliage. The flowers are
produced on long, stoiit stems, are very dura-
ble, extra large and full. Bright rose.

Sunburst.

White Maman Cochet. Identical with Mama*

Cochet except in color, which is pure white.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914.

ROSES — Continued

Richmond. One of the great roses, both foi
forcing inside and for outdoor blooming;
strong grower; flowers are large and
pointed, beautiful rich crimson; rathei
single in hot weather, but if cut in tight
bud Avill keep well and open out very
beautiful.

W. R. Smith. The soft blending of the sal-
mon pinks, the rose pinks and the beauti-
ful flesh tints in this rose give it a singu-
lar resemblance to the blush on a maiden’s
cheek. Destined to become very popular.

A wonderful strong grower and prolific
bloomer.

Rhea Reid. A variety of great distinctness of
character. Produces flowers as large as
the American Beauty, as double as the
Bridesmaid, and as fragrant as the La
France. The buds are long and pointed,
of a beautiful rich crimson.

The 5 Killarneys

No race of Roses are grown so much for
cut-flowers. For out door bedding they are
the best of them all. (We grow' 6,000 Kill-
la rneys for eut-flowers alone.)

Pink Killarney. The great Irish Rose; of ro-
bust growth and very free-blooming; the
flowers are large, the buds very long and
pointed. The color is a delicate shell pink,
with fine, satiny petals. As the flowers be-
come mature, instead of the petals falling off,
they open back and remain on the stem, mak-
ing a gorgeous display. 20 cts.

White Killarney. Identical with above, ex-
cept color, which is pure wliite. 20 cts.

New Double White Killarney. Similar to White
Killarney, but flower consists of almost
double the number of petals, making it more
lasting during hot weather. 20 cents each.

New Double Pink Killarney. Like preceding,
except in color. 20 cents each.

Killarney Brilliant. Of largest size, deep pink
flower much more double than Killarney.
Will supercede all the Killarneys of its col-
or. 50 cents each.

Special Offer. One strong plant of each of 6
Killarneys for $1.00.

THE LA FRANCE SET

The delightful La France fragrance, by which
every one of these four splendid roses may be
known, is appreciated by every one who grows
or wears a Rose. These are grand fpr summer-
blooming outside.

Striped La France. Creamy pink, with silvery
gloss, growing deeper at base of petals;
streaked delicate carmine.

White La France. It is pearly white, tinted
with fawn.

Pink La Franee. Silver rose, shaded pink; with
a satiny sheen over all its petals. Flowers
large, with the well-known fragrance.

W. R. Smith.

Red La France. The flowers are darker than La
France, of a deeper pink; very large and full,
highly perfumed.

Price of La France; Small plants, 15 cents each,
4 for 50 cents; larger size. 30 cents each. 4
for $1.

NEW ROSE

Mrs. Geo. Shawyer. Bright peach pink. Very
prolific. 30 cents each.

Mrs. Chas. Russell. American Beauty color.
Large size fine keeping qualities; splendid
summer bloomer. 30 cents each.

Milady. Flower very full, of richest dark
crimson, 30 cents each.

TENDER CLIMBERS

Climbing Meteor. Flowers large and beauti-
fully shaped and of that rich, dark velvety
crimson color, 15 cents each.

Mrs. Robert Peary. (Climbing Kaiserin.) A
continuous bloomer and strong grower. Large,
creamy white flowers, similar to Kaiserin.
15 cents each.

Climbing Clotllde Soupert. Considered to be the
most valuable of all the climbers. Com-
bines the vigorous constitution of the C. Sou-
pert with its truly wonderful freedom of
bloom and its extreme hardiness. It makes
very rapicl growth. Color ivory white, shad-
ing toward the center to silvery pink. Strong,
young plants, 16 cents each.

BAXCKOI T’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914

:17

Hardy Hybrid Perpetual Roses

ALL OUR ROSES ARE AMERICAN GROWN, AND ALL VARIETIES THAT ARE POSSIBLE ARE

GROWN ON THEIR OWN ROOT.

These are considered the most valuable of all the Roses. Their large flowers, often maturing
from 6 to 6 inches in diameter, are very fragrant and of all colors known to the Rose. For perm-
anent beds and borders in northern or middle states, nothing can surpass them. We have listed
only the varieties that are the best and most hardy, and know they will give satisfaction to our
customers.

Knowing that there is a greater loss of Hardy Roses than any other dormant plant, it shall b«
our earnest endeavor to supply our customers with the very best plants possible, guaranteeing
them to be in good condition when they leave our hands, but will not be responsible for loss In
growing them. If you want to be sure of every one, buy our pot-grown plants, ready May 10th.

WHEN TO PLANT. (Very Important.)

When planting, care should be taken to set
plants deeply, planting them at least 2 inches
above first point or branches and pounding the
soil firmly around the roots. Don't crowd the
roots, but dig a good large hole, spreading out
the roots; work the soil around the roots and
pack firm as you fill the hole. When about two-
thirds ful of soil, give thorough watering, then
when water soaks away, fill up the hole and
firm the soil with your boot. Never for an in-
stant expose the roots to the hot sun. If weath-
er is very warm, protect the dormant tops with
straw, sacking or other protecting material,
until the tops swell, gradually accustoming
them to the light and air. By carefully observ-
ing above you will have no trouble to make
your dormant plants thrive, where by careless
planting and after-care, one-half will die and
most often the blame comes back on us.

Winter Protection for Rose Plants. This may
be done with material most convenien, at hand,
such as leaves, straw, light manure, street
sweepings, pine and cedar boughs, etc. Large
Rose bushes will stand several degrees of frost
and the covering should not be put on until
winter has set in, and it is well to lay in a few
brush or pieces of wood between the plants
that the air may circulate freely.

How to Make Roses Bloom. .The fact is
known to all who have ever t grown Roses that
most of the blooms are produced on the ends of
the branches. In the axil of each leaf is a lat-
ent bud. Should the long, strong shoots or
branches be placed and kept in a horizontal
position, each latent bud will produce many
flowers. Cut wooden hooks and peg the long,
strong shoots firmly to the ground. These
branches will not only flower early and late,
but will make robust wood, which can be treat-
ed in the same manner the following spring.
Monthly, Bourbon and Hybrid Perpetual Roses
can thus be made to bloom continuously, mak-
ing your Rose bed a constant wonder and de-
light to all beholders.

When to Order. Place your order by April 1
to 10, then you are sure to get selected plants.

Don’t wait until late and expect specially se-
lected stock, unless you buy pot-grown plants.

Price of all Hardy Roses, extra strong, two-
year-old plants, 35 cents each, $3.50 per dozen;
second size, pot-grown, 25 cents each, $2.50 per
dozen. Ready for shipment from April 10 to
May 10. After May 1st two-year pot-growm
plants, 40 cents each, $4 per dozen.

Anna Dlesbach. Bright rose color; particularly
fine in bud.

Baroness Rothschild. Very solid and massive.

Color bright rosy pink.

Clio. Delicate satiny blush, with a light shad-
ing of rosy pink at center.

Coquette des Alpes. An old standard variety.

White, tinged with carmine. Very fine.

Frai"i Karl Drnschki. One of the finest pure
white Roses; makes splendid buds and im-
mense white flowers, perfectly double and
fragrant. Buy pot-grown plants only of this
variety.

Gcrieral Jacqueminot. Rich velvety crimson,
changing to scarlet crimson. This is the best
known of all Hybrid Perpetuals.

General Washington. It is one of the best. Col-
or bright shining crimson.

Hugh Dickson. Brilliant crimson, shaded scar-
let; Very large and of exquisite form, with
large, smooth petals slightly reflexed.

Mabel Morrison. Fine pure white.

Magna Charta. Extra large, full flowers; very
double, clear rose, blushed with carmine.
Marshall P. Wilder. Semi-globular, full and of
good substance. Cherry red, shaded carmine.
Mme. Plantier. Good for anybody or everybody
at any time and at any place. The plant
grows in a fine, bushy form and produces
flowers in abundance in June. Especially de-
sirable for cemetery. Pure white.

Mrs. John Laing. Beautiful soft pink, with most
delicions fragrance; of exquisite shape; very
double and of large size; a strong grower.
Paul Neyron. Large, deep shining pink, and the
buds always develop into fine, perfect Roses.
Prince Camille de Rohan. Very rich dark vel-
vety crimson, passing to inten<=e maroon,
shaded black.

Ulrich Brunner. It is of a rich, glowing crimson
scarlet color; of exquisite shape; a strong,
vigorous grower and free, continuous bloom-
er.

COLLECTION OF HARDY ROSES

Everybody loves hardy Roses, but many have
been disappointed by getting varieties that
winter kill. We want to please our customers
and will pick out five perfectly hardy varieties,
our selection, all strong, two-year-old plants,
for only $1, by express, at purchaser’s expense.

POT-GROWN HYBRID PERPETUALS
Owing to weather conditions dormant Roses
are hard to start in the spring. There are also
many who neglect planting at the proper time
for dormant plants. After May 10 we have in
stock nearly all the varieties of Hardy Perpet-
uals in list — two-year-olds, at 40 cents each, $4
per dozen. These can be planted at any time
during the spring or summer.

SMALL POT-GROWN HYBRID PERPETUALS

We have a limited stock of the standard va-
rieties, 3-inch pot plants, at 15 cents each, $1.60
per dozen, SW'EETBRIAR ROSES
Lord Penzance. The foliage is sweet-scented
like the common sweet Briar; added to this,
the flowers are borne very profusely; varied
in color from pale yellow to crimson. 36 cts.
each. HARDY YELLOW ROSES
Persian Yellow. Perfectly hardy. Flowers dou-
ble. full and deep golden yellow in color;
blooms very freely in June; finest hardy yel-
low Rose grown. Strong, two-year-old plants,
36 cts. each.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL. FLOWERS FOR 1914.

' HARDY CLIMBING ROSRS

This class of Roses is much esteemed for training over arbors, porches, fences and other ol>»
[ectfl. They blossom profusely, the virealth of flowers almost covering the branches. Very little
ki the " of nruning is necessary, and the plants are perfectly hardy.

Oorothy Perkins, at home under all conditions.

Dorothy Perkins. The best of all climbing
Ro.ses. In strong, vigorous growth. Flowers
are borne in clusters, are of a beautiful shell
pink, full, double, and of a large size for a
cluster Rose, and deliciously scented; a de-
cided acquisition and a Rose that should be-
come very popular. Small plants, 15 cts.
each, 60 cts. for 4; large 4-inch pot plants, 26
cts, each, $1 for 6; extra strong, two-year-old
plants, 40 cts. each, $1 for 3; three-year-old,
60 cts.

White Dorothy Perkins. (New.) A seedling of
Dorothy Perkins having every desirable attri-
bute of its parent and bearing magnificent
clusters of gleaming white flowers. 2% -inch
pot plants at 20 cts. each, 3 for 60 cts., 4-inch
pot plants, 30 cts. each.

Veilehenblan, or “The Blue Rambler.*’ . (New.)
A real violet blue Rambler Rose. The flowers
are indeed blue, steely blue. The buds show
considerable red, but change quickly as they
open. Small plants, 20 cents each, 3 for 60
cents; strong 4-inch pot plants, 30 cents each,
4 for $1.

Crimson Rambler. Everybody knows this Rose
now, because none can help remembering it if
ever a good plant in bloom meets the eye.
Magnificent and hardy everywhere. Small
plants, 16 cts. each, 4 for 60 cts.; strong, 4-
inch pot plants, 26 cts. each, 5 for $1; two-
year-old dormant plants, 30 cts. each, 4 for
$1; three years old, 60 cts. each.

Lady Gay. A seedling from Crimson Rambler,
and closely resembling it in habit of growth,
but the flowers are a delicate cherry pink,
which gradually changes to soft-tinted
white. Two-year-old plants, 30 cents each.

Trier. A strong grower of the Rambler type,
with large trusses of pale rose-colored flow-
ers changing to white. Blooms the entire
summer. Par superior to the White Ramb-
ler. 30 cents each.

Blower of Fairfield. (Perpetual flowering
Crimson Rambler.) Its flowers, which are

produced in profusion, are of a fine crimson
color. The growth is vigorous, flowering
freely and continuously throughout the seas-
on.

Philadelphia Crimson Rambler. The flowers are
2% inches across, perfectly double, complete-
ly covering the bush. The color is pure, deep
rich crimson, brighter and more intense than
the old variety; does not fade.

Tansendschon. In German means Thousand
Beauties, and is a very appropriate name for
this great novelty. The colors run from deli-
cate balsam or tender rose through shades of
bright rose and carmine, with white, yellow
and other delicate tints; the flowers are of
splendid size and quite double.

Baltimore Belle. Your yard is not complete
without this grand Rose. Will grow 16 feet
in one year, and be covered with clusters of
large double flowers of a pale blush color.
Prairie Queen. A favorite everywhere. If you
want a Rose for your porch, this is the one.
Bright red, changing as flower opens to deep
pink.

Price of the above. Strong, dormant two-year -
old plants, 30c each; extra large, 50c each.

JAPANESE TRAILING ROSES
Wichurian Type.

The evergreen, lustrous, dense and health>
foliage of this species make them indispensable
for ground covering and shallow bedding. They
bloom profusely during a long season and
brighten the early winter months with conspic-
uous fruits and light green foliage. Although
trailing in tendency, every variety yields read-
ily to upright training.

Wichuriana. Single, pure white; blooms during
June and July; foliage almost ever green.
Pink Roamer. Single, bright pink.

Mamla’s Triumph. Double, white flower, pro-
duced in large clusters on long shoots.
Universal Favorite. Double, light pink.

Small plants, 16 cents each, 60 cents for 4;
larger size, 26 cents each.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914

ROSA RUGOSA

The lovely Ramanas or Rugrosa Roses are
sturdy bushes, 3 to 6 feet in height, and are
covered with glossy green foliage and clusters
of beautiful single flowers, which emit a fine
odor. They bloom nearly the whole summer
and are covered during the autumn and winter
with bright red pods.

Alba. White.

Rabra. Red.

C. F, Meyer. Clear, silvery rose; large and frag-
rant. Price, 36 cts. each, 3 for $1.00.

JAPANESE TRAILING ROSES
Wicharlana Type.

The evergreen, lustrous, dense and healthy
foliage of this species make them indispensable
for ground covering and shallow bedding. They
bloom profusely during a long season and
brighten the early winter months with conspic-
uous fruits and light green foliage. Although
trailing in tendency, every variety yields read-
ily to upright training.

Wicharlana. Single, pure white; blooms during
June or July; foliage almost ever green.

Pink Roamer. Single, bright pink.

Manda’s Triumph. Double, white flower, pro-
duced in large clusters on long shoots.

Universal Favorite. Double, light pink.

Small plants, 15 cents each, 50 cents for 4;
larger size, 25 cents each.

MOSS ROSES

A class of Roses which are much admired.
The beauty of the flowers consists in the deli-
cate mossy covering which surrounds the bud
and gives to the opening flower an unique ap-
pearance. 30 cents each, $1 for 4.

Blanche Moreau. Pure white, sometimes shaded
with rosy blush.

Salet. Light rosy pink; extra free bloomer.
Crimson Globe. Dark crimson; best in its class

Hardy Shrubs, Plants, Vines, Etc.

Ready for shipment April 15 to May 1. Send
ns your orders as early as possible.

We are pleased to note the increased interest
taken in this line of plants. Nothing is more
beautiful on the lawn or in flower garden. Our
stock is very large and flne and we feel sure
that they will give our customers satisfaction
in every way. Every variety that we list (ex-
cept Altheas) we consider perfectly hardy here
— even in exposed situations. There is nothing
which so quickly and for so little cost, adds so
much to the beauty and cheerfulness of the sur-
roundings as an assortment of hardy shrubs.

ALTHEA
(Rose of Sharon.)

Unsurpassed by anything in the shrub line In
freedom of bloom or range of color. From mid-
summer until frost, when other shrubs are in
bloom the Althea is the most handsome, with
its large, camelia-like flowers of the most var-
ied and beautiful shades. Is not perfectly hardy
in this climate. Double Purple, White, Red and
Variegated, 25 cents each.

ALMOND

Very early flowering. Blooms very double
and about 4 inches across. Double White or
Double Pink, 35 cents each.

CALYCANTHUS

Florida (Flowering Shrub.) A very desirable
shrub, with chocolate-colored flowers of de-
licious fragrance in June. 30 cents each.

CHIONANTHUS VIRGINICA
(Fringe Tree.)

A tree-like shrub, almost hidden in the spring
by a thick mist of fragrant, drooping, white
flowers; very ornamental. 60 cents each.

CORNUS

(Dogwood.)

Alba. Red-branched.. Tree-like shrub, with
white flowers in June, followed by red berries
20 cents each, 60 cents for 3.

Make your home beautiful by planting a few shrubs and flowers.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914,

BARBERRY, THUNBEROII

Where a low, dwarf, decideous hedge is want-
ed, nothing equals this beautiful Barberry. It is
of spreading habit, growing extremely thick
from the base, and requires but little pruning
to keep it in shape. The leaves are small light
green, and towards fall assume rich, brilliant
colors, the fruit or berries becoming scarlet;
absolutely hardy in all parts of the country. 12
to 15-inch, 16 cts. each, $1.50 per doz., $10 per
100; 18 to 24-inch, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz„
$15 per 100.

CYDONIA
(Japan Q,uince.)

As a single shrub on the lawn is very attrac-
tive; the large, brilliant crimson flowers are the
first blossoms of spring. Makes a fine lawn
hedge. 35 cts. each; large size, 50 cts.

EXOCHORDA GRANDIPEORA

A vigorous growing shrub, can be trimmed
Into a desired shape. . Flowers pure white,
borne on slender racemes, very graceful. 40c.

EUOXYMUS AMERICANA
(Burning Biisb.)

Attractive, deep purple flowers, broad foliage
and brilliant scarlet fruit. 35 cents each.
PORSYTHIA
(Golden Bell.)

The Forsythias are among the best of our
early spring-flowering shrubs; the flowers are
yellow, drooping and appear before the leaves.
30 cents each.

Double Deutzia.

DEUTZIA

One of the most popular shrubs; blooms in
June and July.

Graelllls. A charming, fine, small shrub, suit-
able for culture, perfectly hardy; a profuse
bloomer; delicate, small white flowers. 26
cents each.

Grenata fl. pi. Flowers double, pinkish white,
in spikes 6 inches long. One of the most sat-
isfactory shrubs, tall and rapid growth.
Blooms first season planted. 25 cents each.
Watererl. Grand variety; very large flower,
double white; robust grower. 25 cents each,
fa , fl oV4 .ci 2..-ady fllvikw k-(dd N..hb

LONICERA
(Bush Honeysuckle.)

Morrowi. A neat shrub of symmetrical growth,
of much sentimental interest from child-
hood’s garden memories. Red flowering, 26
cents each; White flowering, 2B cents each.

RIBES

(Flowering Currant.)

The old-fashioned, large-growing, flowering
variety. Grows 6 to 8 feet high. 30 cents each.

RHUS

(Sumac.)

Glabra laciniata (Cut-leaved Sumac.) Of strik-
ing appearance; the leaves are deeply cut,
resembling ferns, the color of which is dark
green, changing to a rich red in autumn. 26
cents each.

SAMBUCUS

(Elder.)

Aurea. A native of Holland; leaves are bright
yellow, giving best effect when planted with
other shrubs; blossoms resemble common
Elder and appear in July. Very hardy. 25 cts.
each.

SYMPHORICARPOS

(Snowberry.)

Raeemosus. A well-known shrub, with small
pink flowers and large white berries that
hang on the plant throughout part of the
winter. 25 cents each.

Vulgaris (Red-fruited, or Indian Currant.) A
shrub of very pretty habit. Foliage, flowers
and fruit small; fruit purple; hangs all win-
ter. 25 cents each.

WHITE FRINGE

A desirable ornamental shrub of easy cul-
ture; dark green foliage, flowers pure white,
having narrow fringe-like petals. Blooms in
May and June. 50 cents each. ,

VIBURNUM STERIUIS
(Snowball.)

The old well-known snowball; hardy every-
where. 25 cents each; largest size, 50 cents.

TAMARIX

Afrieana. A beautiful shrub with small leaves,
similar to a Juniper; flowers pink, small and
delicate; borne on long spikes in May. 35 cts

PHIUADEUPHUS, SYRINGA, OR MOCK
ORANGE

Coroiiarius. Beautiful free-flowering shrubs,
bearing large panicles of pure white, frag-
rant flowers; very strong growers. 25 cents
each.

Lemoinei. Dwarf, sturdy. erect growth;
creamy" white, fragrant flowers. 25 cts. each.

WEIGELIAS

Candida. White flowering variety, flowers
throughout the summer. 30 cents each.

Eva Ratbke. Brilliant crimson, flowering
throughout the summer. 30 cents.

Rosea. Rose colored flowers, in June and July.
30 cents.

Varlgatata. Leaves beautiful, margined pure
white. Flowers pink. 30 cents each.

SPECIAL OFFER; One eaeh of Welgllas for $1.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914

HARDY HYDRANGEAS

Panlculata (iraiullflora. Tens of
thousands of these notable
summer and autumn-flowering
shrubs have been sold the
past few years and the de-
mand is still good. They are
absolutely hardy, grown in
any soil, and bloom the same
year they are set out. They
flower abundantly, bearing
immense panicles of bloom,
white at first, and turning to
rose in autumn. To make a
fine specimen, the soil should
! be as carefully prepared as

for any shrubs. Annual short-
1 ening of the branches tends to

increase the size of the
flowers. One-year-old plants,

25 cents each, 5 for $1, $2 per
, dozen, $11 per 100; three-year-

old, 50 cents each.

j Hyrangea, Tree Form. Branched like a little

j tree. 3 to 5 feet high, 65 cents each.

New Hydrangea Snowball. This magnificent
hardy American shrub is the very finest addi-
tion to this class of plants found in many a
year. The blooms are of large size of pure
j snow white color, and the foliage is finely

e finished, lacking the coarseness found in

' Paniculata. One of its most valuable char-

J acteristics is its coming into bloom just after

f the passing of all the early spring shrubs,

j while its long season of bloom, from early

j June through August, renders it doubly val-

I uable to every owner of a garden; perfectly

; hardy, standing 20 degrees below zero. The

; form of the panicle is much like that of Hyd-

■| rangea Hortensis. 20 cents each, 50 cents for

( 3; large one-year-old plants, 40 cents each,

\ $1 for 3.

SPIREA

All the Spireas bloom with a riotious extrav-
agance which makes them quite striking. Their
individual style, color and habits of growth dif-
fer so markedly, that a collection of varieties
will insure bloom the entire season and still
evade the monotony of repetition.

Van Houttei. The most showy of all Spireas
and one of the best flowering shrubs in culti-
vation. The plant is a rather tall, upright
grower, with long, slender branches that
droop gracefully with their weight of foliage
and flowers. Flowers pure white, in great
clusters and whorls, forming cylindrical
plumes two feet long. Few shrubs present a
more charming appearance.
Blooms freely when very
small. Small size, 18 to 24 in-
ches, 16 cents each, $1.60 per
dozen, $10 per 100; 24 to 30
inches, bushy, 26 cents each,
$2.50 per dozen, $15 per 100;
extra large, 50 cents each.
Billardl. Pink flowers; blooms
nearly all summer. Fine for
planting in masses. 20 cts.
each.

Golden Leaved Aurea. Foliage
golden tinted, very effective
massed or among other shrubs.
Flowers white; blooms in
June. 25 cts. each.

Anthony Waterer. A bright
crimson. It is also much
dwarfer and denser in growth.
When scarcely 3 inches high
it begins blooming and there-
after is seldom out of flower.
3 ft. high and wide, and will
be covered with flower heads
6 inches across. It is also per-
fectly hardy and will stand
the most severe winter with
slight protection. Small size,
16 cts. each; large size, ■35 cts.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUIi FLOW EBS FOR 1914,

LILAC

Double French Lilacs.

DOUBLE FRENCH VARIETIES

X. A strong-, rapid-growing variety with
large, shining leaves; trusses large, of red-
dish purple. 50 cts. each.

.fosikaea. Dark lilac-colored flowers; blooms
in June. 50 cts. each.

tladame Uemolne. Double, pxire white; borne
in large clusters. 60 cts. each.

President Grevy. A beautiful blue; flowers very
large and double. 40 cts. each.

.Hichael Bushner. Beautiful light lilac. very
double; 50 cts. each.

LILAC

Old-fashioned purple variety, 15 cents each.

Old-fashioned white varieties, 16 cents each.

SMALL FRUITS

Currants. We have a number of beat standard
varieties of red, white and black. IB cents
each, 50 cents for 4, $1.26 per dozen.

Gooseberries. Standard varieties. 15 cents each.
50 cents for 4, $1.50 per dozen.

Grapes, Coneord, Worden, Moore’s Early, Dela-
ware. 10 cents each, $1.00 per dozen.

Raspberries. Our nurserymen supply us wltb
the best varieties of black and red. 60 cents
per dozen, $2.50 per hundred.

Blackberries, Snyder and other varieties. 60
cents per dozen, $3 per hundred.

STRAWBERRIES

To this department we give special attention,
and plants will be dug fresh from new beds and
equal to any strawberry plants offered. No bet-
ter Strawberry plants are grown.

We offer several of the best standard variet-
ies grown on specially prepared land. All true
to name. List of varieties on application. $1
per 100, $7 per 1,000.

Gardner’s Everbearing Strawberry does not

come in crop like the common varieties, but
fruits continuous throughout the summer and
fall. Plants will be shipped direct from the
grower. 50 cts. per dozen, $2.60 per 100, pre-
paid.

HARDY CLIMBING PLANTS

ARISTOLOCHIA SIPHO

(Dutchman’s Pipe.) Brownish flowers, re
sembling a miniature pipe; splendid for
archways or verandas. Extra strong, by
express, 60 cents each.

THE JAPAN OR BOSTON IVY

(Amelopsis Veltcbll.) The grandest
hardy climbing vine in existence for
covering houses, churches, schools, etc.
Its glossy ivy leaves overlap each oth-
er, and its long, delicate, young shoots
stretch up the walls with free and rap-
id growth. The tendrils at nearly
every point cling firmly to the smooth-
est surface of rock or wood. The glossy
leaves assume in the autumn the most
beautiful tints of scarlet and crimson.
The har«Hf e possible for

growth on brick walls. Small plants,
15 cents each. 50 cents for 4; larger
plants, 26 cents each, $1 for 6; three-
vear-old, 40 cents each, $4 per dozen.

AKEBIA

(iuinata. A beautiful hardy climbing
vine. It often grows 16 feet in a year
and produces throughout the season
large clusters of fragrant flowers, re-
sembling Forget-me-nots. Two-year-
old, strong, plants, 36 cents each.

APIOS

Tubcrosa. Clusters of rich, deep purple
flowers, which have a strong violet
fragrance. 10 cts. each, 26 cts. for 8.

Japan or Boston Ivy (Ampelopsis Veltchll)

BAXCKOFT’S BFALTIFUL. FJA)\\ FKS FOK 1914

CLEMATIS

They are perfectly hardy and of rapid
growth, attaining a height of 16 feet and
blooming the greater part of the summer and
fall. The effect produced by a well-grown
plant when in bloom is grand.

SPECIAL NOTICE. On account of the brittle-
ness of the bark on the Clematis, it cracks very
easily and many people believe the plant to be
permanently injured when such is not the case.
We wish to say, also, that we examine all
plants carefully before shipping to see that
they are in good condition and if they die after
being planted, as must sometimes happen, we
do not agree to replace them.

Clematis.

SMALL FLOWERING VARIETIES
Panleulata. One of the very best vines to grow
near the house, as they are free from insects
and remain neat looking throughout the
whole summer. It will grow against any out-
building, trellis, over any place, up a pole, pil-
lar or stump. The flowers are of medium size,
pure white, borne in immense sheets and of a
delicate and penetrating fragrance, appear-
ing late in September, at a season when few
other vines are in bloom. The extreme rapid-
ity of growth, the showy foliage, beautiful
and fmarant flowers, the hardihood, serve to
make this one of the very choicest of recent
productions. We have a very large stock of
pot-grown plants, two-year-old, 30 cents
each, 4 for $1; smaller plants, 20 cents each,
3 for 60 cents, three-year-old, 60 cents each.

Coeoinea. Bell-shaped flowers,
bright coral red; blooms from
June until frost, A rapid grower;
30 cts, each.

Crispii. Fine deep blue, with white
border; fragrant. 30 cts. each.

LARGE FLOWERING VARIETIES
Notice. Clematis are usually ship-
ped in pots. On receipt remove from
pot carefully, so as not to disturb
the roots. Plant in good, rich soil,
away from any drip from the roof.
Protect in winter with coarse mulch
of straw manure.

Jackmani. Deep violet purple. The
finest of its kind.

Henryl. Pure white; one of the best.

Duchess of Edinburgh.. One of the
best double whites. Of vigorous
habits; very free blooming.

Madame Baron Villard. Light rose,
' lilac shading.

Ville de Lyon. Magnificent brill-
iant crimson; large size, circular
form.

Gypsy Q,ueen. . A rich, dark velvety
purple; a fast grower and a free
bloomer.

Price of large-flowering Clematis, strong 3 yr. old plants. 50 cents each, 3 yr. old. 75 cents.

BIGNONIA
(Trumpet Vine.)

Radleans (Trumpet Creeper.) Flowers are
large orange scarlet. Very useful for cover-
ing unsightly places, as it is a strong grower
and very hardy. 20 cents each, 60 cents for 3.

SILK VINE

Native of Southern Europe. A rapid-grow-
ing, beautiful vine. 30 cents each.

CINNAMON VINE
76 cents per dozen.

LONICERA

(Honeysuckle.)

Halllana (Hall’s Honeysuckle.) Color white,
changing to yellow. Very fragrant.

Panica. (Scarlet Trumpet.). Strong, rapid '
grower. Bright red trumpet-shaped flowers.
Flava. (Yellow Sweet.) The flowers are a I
bright yellow and orange; fine for porches
and pillars.

4aponica Area (Japan Golden-leaved.) Varie-
gated foliage; yellowish white flowers. ^

Price of Honeysuckles* Strong ontdoor-grown
plants. 25 cents each.

LYCIUM

Clilnense. (Chinese Matrimony Vine.) A vigor-
ous growing, hardy climbing vine that may
be used anywhere that a vine is needed for
training to trellis, fence or wall. Small pur-
pie flowers followed by brilliant scarlet ber-
nearly an i’^ch long. 25 cents each.

CAMELIA Vine

Of true Camelia shape and size, perfectly
double and of most beautiful rose color. Of
easiest culture, growing well in any soil or lo-
cation. Vine is of rapid growth, growing to a
height of 16 or 20 feet. For best results set 12
to 18 inches apart. Leaves are lance shape,
dark green and lap like shingles. Each. 15c.

jctoP VINE

A vigorous, hardy, ornamental vine, for cov-
ering old trees, outbuildings, fences, etc. Pro-
duces the hops of commerce. Every family
needs a supply of hops during the year and this
vine is useful as well as ornamental. Each, 16
cents; dozen, $1.00.

CELASTRTJS SCANDENS
(Bittersweet.)

Handsome, glossy foliage and large cluste-
of beautiful orange crimson fruits retained all
winter. Two-year, 36 cents.

PUERERl THUNBERGIANA
(Kudzu Vine.)

Large foliage and dense shade, growing 60
feet in one season. Flowers beautiful in Aug-
ust;rosy purple, pea-shaped, in small racemes.
26 cents.

WISTARIA

This is one of the most popular hardy vines,
growing very rapidly. Tt flowers in long,
drooping racemes, resembling in size and shape
a bunch of grapes.

Magniflca. Flowers in clusters; pale blue;
so’^eti’^es gives second crop of flowers in the
fall. 30 cents each.

Sinensis Alba. Flowers borne in long, droop-
ing clusters, as in the blue variety. Pure
white color, sometimes tinted light blue. 60
cents each,

WOODBINE

Virginia Creeper. A strong, rapid grower; foli-
age large, dark green; in autumn bronze and
crimson. This is an old favorite and quite
common in most localities. Valuable for cover-
ing back porches, out-buildings, arbors, etc.
Each, 10 cts.; dozen, $1. Large size, 20 cts.;
dozen, $2.

SPF-CIAI, OF’^ER. Twelve Hardy Climbing
Vines, all different, including three Clematis,
for $2* all strong, two-year-old plants.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTDB^UR FLOWERS FOR 19 i t.

HARDY PERENNIAL PLANTS— Those that Die to Ground

It is wonderful the large and increasing demand for these (the old-fashioned flowers.) No
money you can invest will give you such pleasure and permanent returns as that you invest in
Hardy Plants. Once planted they stay, growing in beauty every year. Our stock of the.‘^'> is large
and complete and covers such a wide range of variety that you can select what will give you a
complete succession of flowers the entire summer and fall. The small size are mostly pot-grown;
large size, one-year, field grown.

ACllllililA

The Pearl. As a summer bloomer this is a de-
cided acquisition, the flowers being of purest
white. Fine for summer planting. Small
plants, 10 cents each, 25 cents for 3; strong
clumps, 25 cents each.

Roseum. Bears large clusters of bright pink
flowers. 15 cts. each.

AiiUIBEGIA

15 cts. each, 50 cts. for 4; field clumps, 26 cts.
each.

Coerulea. Blue.

Ghrysinitha. Golden yellow.

Alba. Double white.

HARDY ASTERS (Michaelmas Daisies.)

These are among the showiest of all the
hardy perennials, coming in bloom in the fall.

Acris. Light blue.

Gordlfolius. Dark blue.

Queen. Dwarf, white,

15 cts. each, 4 for 50 cts.; field clumps, 26 cts.
each. ALYSSUM ARGENTUM

Dwarf, golden yellow. 15 cents.

ANTHEMIS KEUWAYI
Hardy, yellow Marguerite. 16 cents each.

ANEMONE JAPONICA.

Queen Gharlotte. Large double pink flowers.
Prince Henry. Large double red flowers.
Whirlwind. Large white; double flowers. 20
cents each, 40 cents for 3.

BOLTONIA

GAMPANUUA (Ganterbury Bell.)

Alba. Large, saucer-shaped flower; pure white

in color.

Pyramidalls. Dark blue, cup-shaped flower.
Garpatica Alba. Dwarf habit; small white bells.
20 cts. each, 3 for 60 cts.; field clumps, 26 cts.
each. GHRYSANTHEMUMS

Hardy Double Pompons.

10 cts. each, 25 cts. for 4.

Bridesmaid. Light pink.

Prince of Wales. Pure white.

Autumn Beauty. Golden Brown. .

Klondyke. Yellow.

GOREOPSIS

Laneeolata. Begins to bloom early in June and
continues until frost. Is continually one mass
of yellow Daisy-like flowers. 10 cts. each,
26 cts, for 3; large clumps, 26 cts. each.

Rosea. Similar to other variety except in color.
15 cents each.

An Aster or Daisy-like plant, very useful for
cutting. Remains in bloom a long time.
Flowers white with yellow center. Plant in op-
en. 15 cts. each, 4 for 60 cts.; large clumps, 26
cts. each.

BANCROFT S BEAUTIFUL FLOWT.RS FOR 1914

Clllt VSANTHEML M MAXIMUM

Flowers ‘S to 4 inches across; pure wJiite,
with yellow center; blooms from June until
September. 10 cents each; large, 25 cents each.

DELPHIXUM. (Larkspur.)

Kelway’s Xew Hybrids. Flower spikes stiff and
strong; flowers double and single, shading
from light blue and lilac to the indigo and
purple shades, often with strange orchid-like
markings. Plants bloom twice, often three
times in a season. July and August.
Cliiiionses. Light blue.

Album. White.

Forraosum. Deep blue, white eye. 15 cents, 4
for 50 cents; clumps, 25 cents.

BURBANK’S SHASTA DAISIES
Perfectly hardy perehnial, blooming for sev-
eral months in this climate; flowers are large
and graceful, averaging about 4 inches in di-
ameter, with three or more rows of petals of
purest whiteness on the single strong, wiry
stem. Small plants, 10 cts. each, 25 cts. for 3;
large clumps, 25 cts. each.

BURBANK’S NEW SEMI-DOUBLE DAISY

An ever-blooming variety with semi-double
fringed flowers; blooms throughout the season.
20 cts. each, 3 for 50 cts.; large clumps, 60 cts.
DIGITALIS
(Foxglove.)

A handsome plant of stately growth. 16 cts.
each; clumps, 25 cts.

DIELYTRA
(Bleeding Heart.)

Blooms in May and June. 15 cts. each; clumps

25 cts.

DIANTHUS

Very desirable, sweet-scented, low-growing,
early-blooming, hardy Pinks. Plant in open
where they get plenty of light and air. Assort-
ed colors. lOcts. each, 3 for 25 cts.; clumps, 26

cts.

EUPATORIUM

Strong growing border plants bearing minute
white flowers in dense heads. 15 cts. each, 2
for 26 cts.

FERNS, HARDY

Small size, hardy brakes, 10 cts. each, $1 per
dozen; large growing varieties, 25 cts. each, 5

for $1.

FUNK! A
(Day Lily.)

16 cts. each, 40 cts. for 3; large size, 25 cts. each.

Lanclfolia. Blue.

Alba. White.

Vartegata. Green and white foliage; blue
flowers.

GYPSOPHILA
(Baby’s Breath.)

Beautful, fairy-like white flowers. 10 cents
each, 26 cents for 3; clumps, 25 cents.

GAILLARDIA

Grandiflora. Begins to flower in June, continu-
ing one mass of bloom the entire summer.
Flowers 3 inches in diameter; center dark
reddish brown, petals vary from scarlet and
scarlet-orange to crimson. 15 cts. each, 60
cts. for 4; clumps, 25 cts.

GEUM

Heldreiohi. Pretty border plants, producing
showy, bright orange-colored flowers. 15 cts.
each, 60 cts. for 4.

HOLLYHOCKS

One of the most ornamental plants for per-
manent garden; everyone knows what they are.
Plant in deep, rich soil where they will get
plenty of water.

Double Pink, White, Y^ellow, Red. Small plants
from pots, 10 cts. each. $1 per doz.; large fleld
plants, 20 cts. each, 3 for 50 cts.

Allegheny Hybrids. (E verblooming.) Small pot
grown plants, 10 cts. each, 3 for 25 cts.

HARDY HIBISCUS

Crimson Eye. 15 cts. each; large clumps, 25 cts.
each.

New HiMseus, Mnllow M'^rvels. Considerable
imr>rovement over the Crimson Eye variety.
Tall, stately growth; flowers of large size
and gor^-eous colors. Strong clumps, assorted
colors. 40 cents each.

IBERIS

Hardy Candytuft. Of spreading habit; flowers
pure white. 15 cents each.

INCARVILLEA DELAVAY

A lovely Chine.=e plant for sunny situations;
rose-colored Gloxinea-like flowers, 2 feet high.
20 cents each.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL. FLOWERS FOR 1914.

IRIS

Fleur de L.ls or German Iris. Familiar and be-
loved flowers of spring-. The purity of their
beauty, and their haunting fragrance, are de-
cidedly refreshing. They are perfectly hardy,
thrive anywhere, grow and bloom luxuriant-
ly, particularly if plentifully supplied with
water or if planted in moist situations, as on
banks of ponds, etc. Established plants pro-
duce 60 to 100 spikes of bloom. We have a
number of varieties in shades of white, yel-
low, lavender and purple. 10 cents each, 6
varieties for 60 ot.s. larere clumps. 26cts. each.

KAEMPFERI (Japan Iris.) Finest of all the
Iris family. The flowers are of immense size,
from 6 to 8 inches in diameter, and of the
most beautiful and delicate shades. They are
perfectly hardy, and flower in great profus-
ion during June and July. A well established
plant gives a dozen or more flower stalks
two to three feet high, each stalk producing
two to four enormous blooms.

WE HAVE A FINE COLLECTION UNDER
NUMBER

Ne. 4. Dark lavender; white halo.

No. 5. Ruby crimson, primrose blotch.

No. 9. Brilliant claret red.

No. 13. Rich purple; yellow blotches,

No. 2.3. Brilliant purple.

No. 24. Pure white.

No. 25. Royal blue. Large petals.

No. 20. Reddish lavender; white halo.

No. 45, Pure white; primrose blotches.

20 cts. each, 3 for 60 cts.

LATHYRUS
(Everlasting Pea.)

A very satisfactory hardy plant, 4 feet high,
bearing large quantities of pink and white pea-
shaped flowers during June and July. 15 cents
sach, 2 for 25 cents.

LOBELIA

Cardinalls (Cardinal Flower.) One of the show-
iest things in the garden. Intense cardinal
red flowers arranged in stocky spikes 15 to
18 inches long throughout August and Sept-
ember. 10 and 25 cents each, clumps,

I.ILY OF THE VALLEY
Strong outdoor grown clumps, 25 cents each,
6 for $1.00.

LYCHNIS HAAGEANA

Very ornamental plant, growing about one
foot high, orange scarlet flower. 25 cents each.
MYRTLE

A beautiful trailing plant, lar.gely used for
cemetery planting; beautiful evergreen, glossy
leaves forming a mat over the ground. 10 cts.
each, 25 cts. for 3; large plants, 20 cts. each,
3 for 50 cts.

MINT

An old-fashioned garden favorite. Strong
clumps, 25 cents each.

PINKS

They are more dwarf than carnations, grow-
ing only about 1 foot in height. The plants are
entirely hardy; flowers very double.

Alba Flmbriatn. Fine, hardy, white pink, good
size; fine fragrance, and splendid blooming
qualities; dwarf habit.

Colored Varieties. We have a flne assortment
of colored varieties.

Small Size, 10 et.^. each, 25 cts. for 3, $1 per dos,i
mixed seedlings, 5 cts. each, 50 cts. per doaen.
PENTSTEMON

Verv satisfactory hardy perennial. Gloxlanla-
like flowers, long spikes in various colors, li
cts. each, 25 cts. for 3; large plants, 26 cts, each.
PLATYCODON

Grandlflora. A constant bloomer; bell-shaped
flowers, white and blue. 10 cts. each, 25 eta.
for 3; large plants, 25 cts. each.

HARDY PRIMROSE

A favorite early blooming yellow flower,
thriving best in partially shaded situation.
Dwarf, spreading habit. 20 cts. each, 3 for 50
cts.

PYRETHRUM

Blooms in May and June, flowers large, of
flne form and produced in great profusion; col-
ors range from pure white to crimson. Very
suitable for cutting, as they last in water a
long time.

Assorted Colors. 35 cts. each, 3 varieties for $1.

PERENNIAL POPPIES /-

Very satisfactory for the garden. Good, deep,
rich soil, open situation.

Iceland. Dwarf habit; scarlet. 15 cents.
Oriental. Crimson scarlet; tall. 16 cents.
RUDBECKIA

Golden Glow. A glorious hardy plant bearing
double golden yellow Dahlia-like flowers. 10
cts. each, 25 cts. for 3, $1 per dozen.

Maxima. Immense flowers, frequently 6 inches
across, of bright yellow with a cone 2 inches
long. It flowers continuously. 15 cents each.
60 cents for 4.

HELIANTHUS

Plenus. Flowers from 2 to 4 inches in diameter,
as double as any double Dahlia. Color a
bright golden yellow. It should have a sunny
position and a rich soil. Each, 15 cents.
STOKESIA

Cyanea. This plant grows from 19 to 24 Inchee
high, bearing freely from early July until
frost, its handsome lavender blue centaurea-
like blossoms. 10 cents each; clumps, 25 cts.
SPIREA

Japonlca. One of the flnest hardy garden plants.
Flowers are white, borne on feather-like
spikes. Used with other flowers in bouquets
or vases, they are really beautiful 20 cents
each.

bmrea A. Waterer.
(See page 41)

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUIj PL0\\"ERS FOR 1914

HARDY PHLOX

Hardy Phlox

No plants g-ive better satisfaction to ama-
teurs than the Hardy Phlox. They thrive in
any ordinary rich soil. The ease with which
they are cultivated, their entire hardiness, and
the beautiful coloring, make them particularly
valuable for garden planting. The wide range
of colors, from pure white through all the
shades of pink to deep crimson, give you a
range of color not found in any other hardy
plant. We offer of the very finest varieties.

A. Hlercie. Almost white, suffused lilac.

Albion. Very large, white, faint red eye.

A. Adnnson. Large, snow white, red eye.
Berranger. White, suffused pink, red eye.
Bridesmaid. Pure white with crimson eye.
Collbri. White crimson, carmine center,

C. D. Ache. Geranium red, white eye.
Ooqnelicot. Fine scarlet, red eye,

C. H. Frost. Red, purple eye.

Diadem. Dwarf, pure white.

C. Elysee. Bright rosy magenta.

Eclalreur. Rosy magenta, lighter center.

E. DanzenvllIIer. Lilac, shading white.

Edmond Rostand. Reddish violet, with large

white star-shaped center.

F. D. Umgeller. Deep rosy red.

Goliath. Very tall, bright carmine crimson.
Gener.al Glovanlnelll. Rose, white eye.

H. Royer.. Tyrian rose, light shadings.

Hermine. Very dwarf, pure white, early.
Independence. Dwarf, white.

La Vacrne. Maiive, red eye.

M. P. Ontrle. Delicate lilac rose, very large.

Miss Tilngaard. A grand early white.

Mozart. White, suffused salmon, red eye.

O. Wlttlg. Bright magenta, crimson eye.
Prosper Henry. Pure white, crimson center.

Perle. Pure white; medium size.

Profesor Virchow. Carmine, overlaid orange.

R. P. Struthers. Bright rosy carmine, red eye.
Selma. Light rosy pink, crimson eye.

Von Goethe. Tall rose, carmine eye.

Wldar. Dark lilac, lighter toward center.

Price of Hardy Phlox: Small Plants, 10 cts.
each, 6 for 50 cts., 12 for $1; large one-year-
old plants, 20 cts. each, G for $1.

PHLOX SUBULATA
(Moss, or Mountain Pink.)

An early spring-flowering type, with pretty
moss-like evergreen foliage, which, during the
flowering season, is hidden under the masses of
bloom. An excellent plant for the rockery, the
border, and invaluable for carpeting the ground
or covering graves.

White and Pink. 15 cents each, 3 for 25 cents.

EVERBLOOMING TRITOMA

Ffltzerll. Red-Hot-Poker Plant; sometimes
called the Everblooming Flame Flower.
Grows 3 to 4 feet high, with heads of bloom
12 inches long, of rich orange scarlet, shad-
ing to salmon orange. One-year out-door-
grown, 26 cts. each, $1 for 3; small size, 15 cts.
each, 60 cents for 4.

VIOLET, HARDY RUSSIAN

Hardy Russian. Perfectly hardy; blooms In
spring and fall; flne single, deep purple flow-
ers. 10 cts, each, 25 cts. for 3; large clumps
for 25 cts. each.

New Violet Pansy. Something new and well
worthy of a trial. Dwarf habit, like a Violet.
Blooms all summer; dark blue violet-shaped
flowers. Unexcelled for borders. 16 cts. each,
$1.50 per doz. Large clumps, 26 cts. each.

SWEET WILLIAMS

Beautiful for solid beds or masses. Assorted
colors, 15 cts. each, 4 for 60 cts.

YUCCA

Filamentosa. Sub-tropical looking plant, with
long, narrow leaves that remain green the en-
tire year. It throws up a long flower stem
in the summer 3 or 4 feet high, bearing a
large spike of creamy white bell-shaped
flowers that retain their beauty a long time.
20 cts. each; strong roots, 30 cts. each.

SPECIAL OFFER ON PERENNIAL PLANTS
Annually we grow large quantifies of small
plants of Perennials, and to anyone wishing an
assortment for a hardy garden we offer 10 for
50 cents, 20 for $1.00. All different.

BANCROFT’S BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS FOR 1914.

PAEOKIES

Once Planted They Will Last a Lifetime.

There is no hardy perennial which equals the
Peony in beauty and usefulness. Once planted,
the plants and flowers increase in size and
beauty with age. They are hardy as oaks and
as handsome (many as fragrant) as roses.
When the plants are through blooming they
are as handsome and ornamental as most of the
hardy shrubs. The plants are practically im-
mune from insects. We would advise our cus-
tomers to beware of cheap Peonies. An infer-
ior variety will take as much care and space as
a choice one, and the first cost of a Peony is
nothing compared with the disappointment af-
ter years of waiting.

Planting. An important point to observe is
not to plant too deeply. The roots should be
placed so that the crowns (or eyes) are covered
with two or three inches of soil. Planting too
deep is often cause of shy blooming.

Plant with southwest or west exposure.

Plant as early as possible in the spring, as
they sprout very quickly. Late orders after
May 10th will be filled with pot-grown plants;
these can be planted until late in summer, and
do equally as well as those ulanted early in
season.

Our list contains the very best and most de-
pendable varieties.

Buckyii. Bright rose, center salmon pink.
Bodicea. White, carmine markings; fine f.ower.
Baroness Rothehilde. Outer petals silvery rose,
center purplish lilac.

Clarissa. Rosy pink, outer petals large.

C. D. Jussler. Delicate pink border, dark creamy
center.

Duke Wellington. Large, sulphur white.
Francis Ortegat. Brilliant crimson, very double

and fragrant.

Fulgida. Purplish red.

Festiva Maxima. The best known Peony. Flow-
er of immense size, 7 to 8 inches in di-
ameter, snow white, with some red spots on
the edges of the center petals. Very sweet.
Early. 50 cents each.

Grandillora. Bright flesh or pink; large, late.

Grandiflora Rubra. Rich red, of large size and

long stem.

lusugms. Bright violet pink.

lutiepcjiiLdenee. Tall, fine, pure white.

La Esperance. Very early pink, very compact
bloom, sweet-scented.

Louis Van Houtte. Dark crimson, very compact.
One of the best of its color.

La Marline. Bright red.

Marie Lemoine. Delicate flesh, shading ivory
white, at times a delicate tracing on outside
petals. 40 cents each.

Ollieenalis Rubra. The old-fashioned very early;
deep crimson.

Q,ueen Victoria. Large bloom, broad petals,
flesh white. .

Reevesii. Delicate rose fringed center.

Rubra Triumphant. Brilliant crimson, showing
yellow stamens; very large, early, 40 cents
each.

Rosea Elegans. Soft pink, shaded salmon and
lilac.

Whitleyii. Double white; large compact bloom.

PRICES FOR PEONIES.

Purchaser’s Selection (except noted,) 30 cts.
each, 4 for $1, 12 for $2.75.

Our Selection, 5 for $1, 12 for $2.00.
i Mixed. We have a fine lot of all colors, mixed
together, three-year, undivided clumps, just
the thing for quick effect at little cost. 25 cts.
each, $2.50 per dozen.

A bed of Cannas (See page 24.)

( J ' ■

fPlease give below the names and addresses of a few of your friends who buy flowers, and
who you know would appreciate our catalogue and become our customers.

•

Order Sheet for Seeds, Plants, Etc.

Joseph Bancroft & Son

LOCK BOX 37, CEDAR FALLS, IOWA

Amount Enclosed

Name

Post Offiqe f

P. O. Order
Express Ord
Draft

Postal Note
Postage Star
Cash

Express Office

(If different from Post Office)

County

State

Date 1914

nps

Quantity of Each

NAME OF ARTICLE WANTED

Price

X 1 '

•

PLEASE NOTE. Plants, Seeds and Bulbs, do not travel at parcel post rates, hence

express rates usually are cheaper.

INDEX

Page

Abulitons 19

Acalypha 19

Achillea 44

Agave 33

Ageratums 15, 19, 33

Air l^lant, Japan 27

Akebia 42

Almond, Flowering 39

Aloe 33

Aloysia 33

Alternantheras 19, 33

Althea 39

Alyssum 15, 19, 33, 44

Amarylli.s 16

Ampelopsis 42

Anemones 44

Antirrhinum 15

Apios 16, 43

Aquilegia 16, 44

Araucaria 19

Aristolochia 42

A.nthemis 44

Asparagus 19

Asters 12, 33, 44

Asters, Hardy 44

Azaleas 19

Aquarium Plants 33

Barberry 40

Baskets, (Wire) 27

Baby’s Breath 45

Balsams 15

Bedding Plants 33

Begonias 20

Begonias, Tuberous-rooted 16

Bignonia 43

Bitter Sweet 43

Blackberries 42

Bleeding Heart 45

Boltonia 44

Boston Ivy 42

Box Trees 42

Browalia 33

Bulbs, Fall 15

Bulbs, Summer Flowering

16, 17

Bush Honeysuckle 40

Castor Bean 16, 33

Cactus 33

Caladium 16, 33

Calendula 15, 33

Callas 16, 20

Calycanthus 39

Campanula 44

Canary Bird Flower ...16, *33

Candytuft 16, 33

Cannas 23, 25

Canterbury Bells ’.44

Camelia Vine 43

Carnations 15, 21, 33

Celastris ’ 43

Celosia ’.’I's’, *33

Centaurea 33

Chionanthus ...'.".*39

Chrysanthemums 22i*23

Chrysanthemums, Hardy, ..44

Cineraria 33

Cinnamon Vine 15 "43

Clematis 43

Convolvulus 15

15," 33

Coleus .......*.'.* *23

Coreopsis 44

Cornus ' ’ 39

Cosmos 1C

Crocus .15

Crotons ^20

Crown of Thorns 33

Currants 42

Cut Flower.s 1 to 11

Cuphea 20, 33

Cyanus 16

Cyclamen 15, 20

Cydonia 40

Cyperus 20, 33

Cypress Vine 16, 33

Dahlias 15, 25, 26

Day Lily 45

Dusty Miller 33

Daisy, Shasta 45

Daisy I5, 26, 33

Page

Delpliinium

.45

Deutzia

.40

Dianthus

.15,

Dielvtra

.45

Digitalis

.15,

Dogwood

.39

Dolichos

.15

Dracaena

.26

Dutchman’s Pipe . . .

.42

Elder

.40

Elephant’s Ear

. 16

Escholtzia

.15

E u 0 n > m u s

.40

Eupatorium

.45

Exorcharda

.40

Fall Bulbs

.15

Fern Balls, Japan . ,

.27

Ferns

.27

Fern Dishes

.27

Ferns, Hardy

.27,

Feverfew

.26

Ficus

.26

Flower Seed Collections

(folder inclosed)

Flowering Currants

.40

Forget-Me-Nots

,15,

Forsythea

.40

Four-o’Clock

.15

Foxglove

.45

Fringe Tree

.40

Fuchsia

.26

Funkia

.45

Freezia

.15

Gaillardia

15,

Geraniums, Lady Washi

ng-

ton

.32

Geraniums

,28,

Geum

.45

Gladiolus

.17

Gloxinias

.16

Gooseberries

.42

Golden Feather . . . .

.33

Giant Ismene

.16

Grapes

Gypsophila

.33,

Hardy Shrubs

.39,

40,

Hardy Phlox

Helianthus

15,

Hedge Plants

.40,

Heliotrope

.30

Hibiscus

.30,

Hop Vine

Hollyhock

,15,

Honeysuckle

.40,

Hyacinth

,15,

Hydrangeas

.29,

Iberis

Impatiens

Incarvillia

India Rubber Plant ,

.26

Iris

Ismene, Giant

Ivy

,30,

Jardinieres

Japan Quince

.39

Kochia

Kudzu Vine

Larkspur

.15

Lantana

Lemon

Lilac

Lilies

15,

Lily, Day

Lily, King

,16

Lily of Valley

,46

Lathyrus

Lonicera

,40,

Lobelia

16,

33,

Lycium

,43

Lychinis

Marvel of Peru . . . .

Madeira Vine

16,

Marigold

,15

Manatta Vine

Marguerite

Matrimony Vine . . .

Mignonette

16.

Mint

Money-Saving Collections

(folder enclosed with cat-
alog)

Page

Moon Flower 30

Montebretia 16

Mock Orange 40'

Moss 27

Myrtle 46

Mysotis 15

Narcissus 15

Nasturtium 13

Norfolk Island Pine 19

Orange 30

Oxalis 16, 39

Palms 31

Pandanus 30

Pansies 13, 31, 33

Pansy Geranium 32

Passion Flower 33

Pelargoniums 32

Petstemon 46

Peony 48

Pennisetum 31

Peperomea 33

Petunias 14, 31, 33

Periploca 43

Peuraria 43

Phlox 14, 47

Pinks 46

Pilea 33

Platycodon 46

Poinsetta 31

Poppies 15, 46

Poppies, Hardy 47

Portulaca 15

Primroses 15, 30

Pyrethrum 33, 46

Quince, .Japan 40

Ricinus 15

Raspberries 42

Rhus ‘ 40

Ribes 40

Roses 34 — 39

Rudbeckia 46

Russellia 32

Ricinus 15, 33

Rubber Plant 26

Sacred Lily 15

Salvias 15, 33

Sambucus 40

Scabiosa 16

Sanseveria 32

Shasta Daisies 45

Snowball 40

Stocks 15

Sunflower 15

Silk Vine 43

Smilax 32

Snowberry 40

Spirea 41, 46

Strawberries 40

Stoksia 46

Snowdrops 15

Sumac 40

Swainsonia 32

Symphoriarpos 40

Syringea 40

Sweet Peas 14

Sweet William 15, 47

Tamarix 40

Tigridas 16

Tradescantia 31

Tritomea 47

Trumpet Creeper 43

Tuberoses 16, 18

Tulips 15

Umbrella Plant 20

Verbena 15, 33

Violets 33, 47

Vincas 32

Viburnum 40

Virginia Creeper 42

Wild Cucumber 15

Wandering Jew SI

Weigelia 40

Water Hyacinth 33

Wistaria 43

Woodbine 43

Window Box Collections
(folder enclosed)

Yucca 48

Zephyranthus 18

Zinnia 16

OF 50 CENTS AND UNDER SHOULD INCLUDE 10 CENTS EXTRA FOR POST--
AGE. FOR MONEY-SAVING COLLECTIONS, SEE FOLDER INCLOSED WITH CATALOGUE

BABY RAMBLER

Blooms continuously throughout the summer. Always pretty
(See description elsewhere)

GERANIUMS

Always popular. The best bedding plant that grows

“When you think of flowers You think of Bancroft.

Joseph Bancroft & Son

Lock Box No. 37

Cedar Falls, Iowa

SPIREA VAN HOUTTEI

(Bridal Wreath)

SPIREA VAN HOUTTEI

( Bridal Wreath )

As a specimen plant for the
lawn or yard it has no su-
perior.

For a hedge or screen in
this climate it has no equal.

Perfectly hardy; thrives
under almost any conditions.

When not in bloom, it
forms a beautiful compact
bush; and when in flower, it
is a sight never to be forgot-
ten.

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