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HELENA,  MONTANA 


MANZ  ENGRAVING  CC 

PRIZE  WINNING  VASE  OF  ASTERS  AT  HELENA  FLOWER  SHC 


Seeds,  Plants,  Trees,  f. 


To  Our  Patrons: 


In  tendering  our  thanks  to  our 
many  customers  for  their  liberal 
patronage  during  the  pa£t  year,  we 
desire  to  assure  them  that  our  aim 
will  be  to  merit  a continuance  of 
the  same  during  1914  by  fair 
dealing  and  personal  attention  to 
their  valued  orders. 

State  Nursery  Co. 


Directors 

CONRAD  KOHRS 
W.  E.  MILLS 
T.  E.  MILLS 


T.  E.  MILLS,  Pres,  and  Gen.  Mgr. 
WALTER  CARD,  Sec.  and  Treas. 

and  Mgr.  Seed  Department 
J.  W.  JACKSON,  Wholesale  Dept. 
Greenhouses  and  Nursery 


ERRORS 

If  we  make  an  error — and  we  are  not  infallible — we  want 
now  it,  and  you  will  always  find  that  we  treat  you  most 
lly,  both  in  rectifying  mistakes  and  generally. 

Z AND  ADDRESS 

all  cases  through  this  Catalogue  customers  in  ordering 
:>  be  sent  by  express  or  freight  should  state  their  Station 
as  their  Postoffice)  and  the  railway  line  it  is  on.  If 
>pay  station  this  should  also  be  noted  and  a sum  suffi- 
the  prepay  enclosed. 

WLEDGMENT  OF  ORDERS 

rders  are  acknowledged  as  soon  as  received  and  if  you 
t a card  within  a reasonable  time  after  sending  us 
, please  write  us. 

ers  are  notified  by  postal  immediately  perishable 
ipped,  whether  by  mail,  freight  or  express. 

7AL  OF  PACKAGES 


ot  get  your  goods  as  soon  as  you  think  you 
lember  that  there  are  often  reasons  for  this: 
'rs  received  before  yours  have  to  be  filled  in 
/our  order  is  a little  early  and  the  plants  are 
oe  too  cold  to  ship,  etc.,  etc. 
hipping  instructions,  see  Plant  Department, 
ieed  Department,  page  52. 

Correspondence  to 

State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena , Montana. 


We  issue  the  following 
Catalogues  and  Price  Lists 
each  year. 

February  1st — This  one, 

Easter — Special  Flower  and  Plant 
List. 

Fall — Catalogue  of  Bulbs. 
Christmas — Catalogue  of  Plants, 
Cut  Flowers,  Holly  and  Christmas 
Evergreens,  Etc. 

Any  of  the  above  sent  to  you  on 
receipt  of  a postal  card. 


Vegetable  Garden  Time  Table 
for  Planting  Seeds 

(From  Practical  Experience). 


Asparagus From  March  to  June 

Beans  (all  varieties) May 

Beets  (table  varieties). .April  to  June 

Beets  (stock) May  to  June 

Broccoli  (hot  bed) March 

Brussels  Sprouts  (hot  bed)... .March 
Cabbage  (early  varieties,  hot 

bed)  March 

Cabbage  (late  varieties,  hot 

bed)  April 

Cabbage  (late,  in  open) May 

Carrots  (table  varieties). ...April  and 
May. 

Carrots  (stock) May  and  June 

Cauliflower  (hot  bed) March 

Celery  (late,  hot  bed) April 

Celery  (early,  hot  bed) March 

Chervil May  to  July 

Cress  (Pepper  Grass) May  to  July 

Cress  (Water) May  to  July 

Corn May  10  to  20 

Cucumbers  May 

Endive April  to  July 

Kohl  Rabi May  and  June 

Kale  May 

Lettuce April  to  July 

Leek  May 

Melon  (Water) May 

Melon  (Musk) May 

Onion  Sets March  and  April 

Onion  Seed April  and  May 

Onion  Seed  (to  winter) July  and 

August. 

Parsnip  April 

Parsley  May 

Peas April  to  June 

Pepper  (hot  bed) March 

Polatoes  May 

Pumpkin  May 

Radish  April  to  July 

Rhubarb May  to  July 

Salsify April  and  May 

Spinach April  to  August 

Squash  May 

Sunflower  May 

Turnip April  to  July 

Tomato  (hot  bed) March 

Rutabaga May  and  June 

This  table  is  for  general  use  in 
Montana  and  has  been  compiled 
after  much  experience  in  vegetable 
gardening.  This  will  apply  to  Idaho, 
Dakota  and  Wyoming,  also. 


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Part 

of 

our 

Display 

at 

the 

Helena 

Flower 

Show 

1913 


Plant  Department 

FOR  THOSE  WHO  WANT  THE  VERY  BEST.  There  is  without  doubt  a very  best  in  everything.  It  is  also  a recog- 
nized fact  that  the  very  best  in  any  line  are  those  things  to  which  a business  house  concentrates  its  undivided  attention 
and  efforts.  For  the  past  25  years  we  have  spared  no  expense  in  selecting  a collection  of  house  and  garden  plants 
that  will  give  absolute  satisfaction  to  our  customers. 


The  BIG  FOUR  Points  J location  express  rates 

you  should  consider  { PACKING  QUALITY 


Our  location  is  ideal,  plants  being  grown  under  climatic  conditions  which  insure  sturdy  and  well  formed  stock. 
The  continual  repeat  of  orders  is  positive  evidence  of  the  careful  and  systematic  packing  of  our  plants. 

We  sell  at  the  lowest  possible  price  in  conjunction  with  good  goods,  and  being  located  in  the  heart  of  the  great 
Northwest,  place  our  goods  in  your  home  at  a minimum  cost. 

For  quality  our  goods  are  in  a class  by  themselves,  with  a distinctiveness  that  make  our  customers  our  interested 
friends. 

PLANTS  BY  EXPRESS.  We  always  advise  express  for  plants  because  we  can  send  larger  plants  this  way  than 

by  mail.  Unless  instructed  to  the  contrary,  we  send  pot  giown  plants  in  their  pots,  but  it  saves  expressage  to  ship 

without  pots,  not  merely  because  of  the  lessened  weight,  but  by  reason  of  the  special  discount  allowed  by  the  express 
companies  on  plants  out  of  pots;  so  if  you  want  plants  without  pots  please  say  so,  and  when  received,  customers  should 
see  that  they  get  the  special  discount  of  20  per  cent,  from  the  ordinary  rate. 

IMPORTANT.  PLEASE  REMEMBER  THAT  THE  CUSTOMER  PAYS  THE  EXPRESS,  FREIGHT  OR  POSTAGE  ON 
EVERYTHING  IN  THIS  CATALOGUE  UNLESS  OTHERWISE  STATED. 

PARCELS  POST.  The  rate  on  plants,  bulbs  and  seeds  r emains  the  same  (8c  per  lb.  , with  the  exception  that 

larger  and  heavier  packages  may  be  sent.  This  will  permit  us  to  send  plants  to  our  customers  who  reside  some 

distance  from  the  railroad,  which  heretofore  have  been  almost  prohibitive,  owing  to  the  high  prices  charged  by  the 
stage  lines. 


2 PLANTS— (Continued). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Asters 


Late  Branching. 


By  the  most  careful  and  painstaking  selection  we  are 
enabled  to  offer  the  finest  specimens  and  strains,  acknowl- 
edged by  all  to  be  the  leaders  in  Asters.  Our  selection 
embraces  the  newer  as  well  as  the  standard  varieties. 
Plants  ready  about  May  15th  in  early,  mid-season  or 
late  varieties,  the  latter  producing  the  larger  flowers.  In 
colors  of  pink,  red,  white,  shell  pink,  lavender  or  purple. 

Dozen 35c 

Dozen  (Postpaid)  45c 

Plants,  pot  grown,  dozen 60c 

Plants,  pot  grown  (Postpaid)  dozen 85c 


THE  ASTERMUM. 

The  sensation,  and  will  appeal  to  all  who  want  some- 
thing new.  The  flowers  of  colossal  size,  borne  on  long, 
strong  stems  form  the  fluffy,  artistic  and  graceful  ap- 
pearance of  the  Chrysanthemum.  This  beautiful  flower 
has  reached  a perfection  hitherto  unknown  in  the  Aster 
family.  In  colors  of  red,  pink,  purple  and  white.  (See 


cut  on  front  cover). 

Dozen 35c 

Dozen  (Postpaid)  45c 

Plants,  pot  grown 60c 

Plants  from  pots,  dozen,  (Postpaid) 85c 


FROM  OUR  NEIGHBORING  STATE 
SPENCER,  IDAHO 
State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena. 

Sirs:  Fern  received  in  fine  shape,  and  was  certainly 

a beauty,  wish  to  thank  you  for  your  prompt  attention 
and  courtesy. 

Yours  truly, 

MRS.  T.  J.  JOHNSON. 


ABUTILON  (Flowering  Maple.) 

A very  desirable  free-flowering  plant  for  house  culture. 
Succeeds  under  usual  care  and  always  presents  a fresh  ap- 
pearance. 

Santana — Deep  Carmine. 

Snowdrift — The  best  white. 

Arthur  Belsham — Orange  Red. 

Souvenir  de  Bonn — Variegated  leaves. 

Pink  Beauty — Pale  pink. 

Savitzi — A variegated  foliage  Abutilon. 

Golden  Fleece — Pure  yellow. 

Mrs.  Laing — Soft  pink. 

John  Hopkins — Old  gold. 

Shower  of  Gold — A charming  golden  yellow. 

Each,  3-inch,  4-inch,  5-inch 10c,  20c,  30c 

Each  (Postpaid)  3-inch,  4-inch.  5-inch,  15c,  25c,  40c 


AGAVE — (Century  Plant.) 

We  have  a choice  stock  of  this  favorite,  from 

Each 25c  to  $2.00 


AGERATUM. 

The  Dwarf  Blue  variety  is  an  excellent  plant  for  borders. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each  (Postpaid) 15c;  doz.  $1.15 


ALOYSIA  CITRIODORA— (Lemon  Verbena). 

Each 10c  and  20c 

Each  (Postpaid) 15c  and  25c 


ANTHURIUM. 

This  pretty  greenhouse  plant  would  appeal  to  any  one  if 
only  for  its  dark  metallic  foliage.  The  leaves  when  fully 
developed  range  from  20  to  30  inches  long  by  5 to  10  inches 
wide,  which  with  the  light  veins  and  peculiar  shaped 
flowers  makes  it  the  ideal  decorative  plant.  The  flowers 
of  rich  colorings,  frequently  last  on  the  plant  from  two 
to  three  months. 

Each ...50c  to  $3.00 


Anthurium. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


PLANTS — (Continued) . 3 


ANTIRRHINUM — (Snapdragon.) 


ALYSSUM. 


Antirrhinum. 


They  are  undoubtedly  one  of  the  best  for  cutting  pur- 
poses, while  for  beds  or  borders,  being  always  in  bloom, 
are  a constant  source  of  pleasure. 


Pot  Plants,  each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Small  Plants doz.  35c 

Pot  Plants,  each  (Postpaid) 15c;  doz.  $1.15 

Small  Plants  (Postpaid) doz.  45c 


ARAUCARIA. 
(Norfolk  Island  Pine.) 


(Little  Dorrit.) 

Little  Dorrit — The  single  Sweet  Aiyssum  is  extensively 
used  for  edging  and  for  cemetery  planting. 

Each 5c;  doz.  60c 

Each  (Postpaid) 10c;  doz.  70c 

The  double  white  Sweet  Aiyssum  is  pretty  indeed  for 
beds,  borders  and  vases. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) . 15c;  doz.  $1.15 


AMARYLLIS. 

Johnsoni — This  is  a favorite  variety,  bearing  large  trum- 
pet-shaped flowers  which  measure  6 to  8 inches  across. 
They  are  of  a rich,  velvety  crimson  and  each  petal  has 
a broad  white  stripe. 

Each 35c  and  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 45c  and  60c 


AMETHYST— (See  Rrowallia.) 


ASPARAGUS  SPRENGERI. 


This  is  much  liked  owing  to  the  ease  with  which  it  can 
be  grown  and  moreover  it  grows  to  a large  size — highly 
ornamental. 

Nicely  grown  plants,  each $1.00  to  $2.00 


Much  used  for  hanging  baskets,  brackets  and  for  cutting 
Requires  a soil  of  sandy  loam  and  water  with  moderation. 

Each ..15c,  25c,  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c,  30c  and  60c 


Araucaria. 


Asparagus  Sprengeri. 


6 PLANTS — ( Continued ). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


BELLIS — (See  Daisies.)  N 

BOUGAINVILLEA. 

Sanderiana — This  variety  bears  rosy  blossoms  in  abundance. 


Each  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 30c 


CALADIUM. 

(Esculentum — Elephant’s  Ear.) 

A very  effective  plant  for  borders  or  for  planting  out  on 
the  lawn.  Produces  very  large  leaves  of  a leathery  tex- 
ture which  are  borne  on  long  stout  stems.  Should  be 
planted  where  it  will  obtain  a good  supply  of  water  and 
an  abundance  of  rich  compost. 

Each,  (Postpaid) 30c,  50c  and  75c 


CANA  BYBIRD  VINE. 

The  demand  for  this  lovely  climber  is  always  a large 
one  owing  to  its  great  suitability  for  porches  and  trellises. 
Most  persons  prefer  plants  well  started  to  the  uncertainty 
of  seeds  planted  out  of  doors. 

Each 5c;  doz.  60c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 10c;  doz.  70c 


CANNA. 

Nothing  can  excel  the  beauty  and  richness  of  color  of 
this  leading  bedding  plant.  Will  succeed  in  any  sunny 
position,  but  soil  should  be  well  prepared  before  planting. 
Well-decayed  manure  of  any  kind  should  be  used  when 
spading  in  liberal  amounts. 

Florence  Vaughan — Golden  yellow,  spotted  red. 

Madame  Crozy — Scarlet  with  golden  edge. 

Chicago — A pure  scarlet. 

King  Humbert — Orange  scarlet;  simply  magnificent. 
Louisiana — A beautiful  scarlet,  very  tall. 

Richard  Wallace — Yellow,  very  large  blooms. 


Carnations 


A Section  of  Our  Carnations. 

Size,  fragrance,  wonderful  keeping  qualities,  health  and 
freedom  of  growth  and  bloom,  with  a distinctiveness,  is  a 
general  claim  for  our  Carnations.  The  plants  sent  you  are 
from  the  same  stock  from  which  we  get  our  superior  car- 
nations. 


New  and  Standard  Varieties. 

Benora — New  variegated  variety, 
white  marked  with  red,  long, 
stiff,  erect  stems,  with  large 
blossoms.  . 

Rosette— The  new  shade  of  pmk, 
between  Lawson  and  Winsor. 

White  Wonder— “The  largest  and 
most  productive  white,”  and 
very  popular. 

Gloriosa— Pure  glistening  bright 
pink  and  very  popular. 

White  Perfection — One  of  the 
very  largest  of  white,  possess- 
ing a rich  fragrance. 

White  Enchantress— Exact  coun- 
terpart of  famous  Enchantress, 
differing  only  in  color. 

Enchantress — A grand  Carnation 
of  great  size  and  very  pale-pink 
shade 

Winsor — About  two  shades  light- 
er pink  than  the  Lawson. 

Beacon— One  of  the  best  scarlet 
Carnations  we  know  of. 

St.  Nicholas— Perfect  form  and  of 
a brilliant  red  color. 

Commodore— A pleasing  shade  of 
red,  blossoms  on  long  stiff  stem 

Mrs.  C.  W.  Ward— Deep  pink,  but 
brighter  than  Lawson. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $.100 

Standard  varieties,  (Postpaid) 
15c  each;  doz.  $1.15. 

Large  blooming  plants,  25c,  50c 


CENTAUREA— (Dusty  Miller.) 

An  excellent  border  plant  and  often  remains  in  good 
condition  right  to  the  middle  of  November. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c;  doz.  $1.15 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


PLANTS — ( Continued ).  7 


Chrysanthemums 


It  is  our  one  great  aim  to  list  only  varieties  which  can 
be  successfully  grown  under  ordinary  conditions.  All  the 
varieties  listed  here  have  been  especially  selected  because 
of  their  suitability  to  be  grown  without  any  special  house 
facilities. 

FANCY  SINGLE  VARIETIES. 


CURIOS. 

These  can  be  best  described  as  feathery,  spidery  and 
thread-like  Chrysanthemums. 

Cheveaux  D’Or — A beautiful  golden  yellow. 

Crimson  Tangle — Surface  is  a velvety  crimson. 

Elegans — Large,  blush  white  single,  in  narrow  florets. 
Houppe  Fleurie — An  oddity  in  red  and  yellow. 

Mignonette — A lovely  frilled  yellow. 


These  fill  a unique  position  in  that  they  come  between 

the  larger  standard  varieties  and  the  pompoms. 

Emilie — A soft  rose  pink  and  lasts  well. 

Sylvia  Slade— Rosy  garnet,  with  broad  white  ring  around 
the  disc. 

Peter  Pan— Star  shaped,  of  a delicate  fawn  color. 

Ladysmith— Earliest  of  all  singles,  foliage  small  which  is 
completely  covered  with  a profusion  of  deep  rose  pink 
blossoms.  The  ideal  pot  plant. 

Merstham  White— Blossoms  as  large  as  a Shasta  Daisy,  on 
beautifully  arranged  sprays  in  snow  white  with  yellow 
disc. 

Mary  Richardson — Has  the  color  like  sunshine  on  old 
gold,  with  a salmon,  bronzy  tinge. 

M.  J.  Carlisle— Pure  white  with  long,  stiff  stems. 

Eva  Reimers— Beautiful  terra-cotta  shade,  with  good  stiff 
stems. 


A Specimen  of  Our  Fall  Blooming  Chrysanthemums, 


Alena — A charming  pink. 

Elva — Choicest  white  pom-pom. 
Waco — Creamy  white. 

Acto — Bright  rose. 

Black  Douglas — Rich  red. 
Klondike — A favorite  yellow. 
Each,  small  plants  in  spring....lOc 

♦ Postpaid 15c 

Larger  plants  for  fall  blooming; 
ready  about  September,  each 
75c  and  $1.00 


LARGE  FLOWERING  VARIETIES. 


Pink  Gem — A new  exhibition  variety  of  a splendid  soft, 
pleasing  pink.  It  is  very  refined  in  effect  with  a splendid 
finish  and  foliage. 

Virginia  Poehlmann — One  of  the  newest  and  earliest  va- 
rieties. White  with  delicate  shading  of  pink  in  center. 
Blooms  from  October. 

Golden  Glow — A pretty  golden  shade,  flowers  from  six  to 
eight  inches  across.  October. 

Western  King — White,  November. 

Alice  Byron — Medium  white,  November. 

White  Ivory — Dwarf  white,  November. 

Pink  Ivory — Dwarf  pink,  November. 

A.  J.  Balfour — Dwarf  deep  pink,  November. 

Roserie — A very  early  pink  variety,  flowering  the  latter 
part  of  September. 

Chadwick— Christmas  flowering— white,  tinged  with  pink. 

Golden  Chadwick — Lovely  golden 
yellow;  a new7  variety;  Christ- 
mas flowering. 

Heston  White — Pure  white,  borne 
on  long,  stiff  stems;  November. 
October  Sunshine — Yellow  and 
with  its  sister,  October  Frost, 
has  proved  very  popular. 
October  Frost— A pure  glistening 
white. 

Comoleta — A very  clear  bright 
yellow;  fine  early  pot  plant. 
October. 

Glory  of  the  Pacific — Very  early 
pink.  October. 

Pacific  Supreme — A very  brilliant 
pink.  October. 

Smith’s  Advance — One  of  the 
earliest  of  the  white  varieties. 
Each,  small  plants  in  spring.,..10c 

Postpaid  15c 

Larger  plants  for  fall  blooming 
ready  about  Sept,  each  75c,  $1. 
Pom  - Pom  Chrysanthemums  — 
Small  flowering  and  valuable 
for  cutting.  Make  dainty  and 
picturesque  house  plants,  the 
masses  of  blooms  being  pink, 
white,  yellow7  and  bronze.  They 
flow7er  in  the  house  from  Octo- 
ber to  November:  can  be  grown 
and  flowered  outdoors  in  sum- 
mer and  roots  lifted  in  fall  for 
the  house.  We  have  the  follow7- 
ing  varieties: 

Baby — Miniature  yellow;  flowers 
half  inch  in  diameter. 


8 PLANTS — ( Continued ) 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


CINERARIA. 


Cineraria. 

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We  can  supply  magnificent  specimens  of  this  elegant 

house  plant  from  December  to  April. 

Eacj1  35c  and  50c 


CISSUS. 

Discolor — A climber  with  beautiful  variegated  foliage. 
Very  desirable  for  the  house. 

Each............. 15c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c  and  30c 


COLEUS. 

This  well  known  foliage  plant  is  adapted  for  both  bed- 
ding and  window  purposes.  We  have  it  in  the  select 

strains  only.  „ . ..  . , 

Fancy  Varieties — Collection  of  7 varieties  m beautnul 
shades  of  crimson,  velvety  maroon  and  yellow. 

Each 10° 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c 

Collection  of  7 -50c 

Collection  of  7,  (Postpaid) ---75° 

Larger  plants  at 25c,  50c,  75c,  $1.00 


CREEPING  CHARLIE. 

(Linaria,  Kenilworth  Ivy.) 

A beautiful  creeper  suitable  for  baskets,  vases,  trailing 
around  the  window,  or  rock  work. 


Each 10c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c 


COREA. 

The  Cobea  vine  is  one  of  the  best  of  our  climbers, 
growing  to  a height  of  8 to  10  feet.  Purple  seems  to  be 
more  in  demand,  but  where  planted  in  large  numbers  we 
suggest  an  intermingling  of  the  white  variety. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  from  3-inch  pots,  (Postpaid)  ....15c;  doz.  $1.15 


CUPHEA. 

Platycentra  (Cigar  Plant). 

Plant  is  covered  with  bright  scarlet  flowers  and  makes 
a very  attractive  house  plant.  The  flowers  are  useful 
for  vases  or  basket  decorations. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c;  doz.  $1.15 


CYCLAMEN. 

One  of  the  best 
house  plants;  easy 
to  grow  and  blos- 
soms from  Fall  to 
late  Spring.  Our 
Cyclamen  house  at 
the  height  of  the 
season  must  be 
seen  to  be  appre- 
ciated. White,  red 
and  various  shades 
of  pink. 

Each,  25c  and  50c 


CYPERUS  ALTERNIFOLIUS  (Umbrella  Plant). 

A very  popular  foliage  plant.  Being  always  green  it 
presents  a very  attractive  appearance.  Requires  a good 
deal  of  water.  (U>f>.Ur.-,n  ; 

Each ; Y.  .. 15c  to  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid)) 25c  to  75c 


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PROMPTNESS,  EXACTNESS  AND  ATTENTION 
FATTIG,  MONT. 

State  Nursery  Go. 

Plants  received  in  fine  condition,  and  such  nice 
plants  too.  Many  thinks  for  extra  plants. 

Respectfully, 

MRS.  L.  R.  SADLER. 


A VICTOR,  MONTANA,  PATRON 
State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena. 

Sirs:  Your  plants  and  seeds  always  give  such  com- 

plete satisfaction. 

Respectfully, 

MRS.  B.  J.  BOND. 


FROM  THE  MINING  METROPOLIS, 

BUTTE,  MONT. 

State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena. 

Gentlemen:  Received  plants  in  good  condition:  ac- 

cept thanks  for  your  prompt  attention  and  extra  plant 
you  included. 

MRS.  HANLEY. 


“COMPLETE  SATISFACTION  BEFORE  ORDER  IS 
COMPLETE,”  IS  OUR  MOTTO 
State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena. 

Gentlemen:  I am  greatly  pleased  with  the  favor 

you  have  done  me  in  REFILLING  my  order,  and  I wish 
to  express  my  thanks  to  you  people  for  same. 

Yours  very  truly, 

ELMER  HAKE. 

Glasgow,  Mont. 


OUR  STOCK  GROWS,  READ  WHAT  AN  AVON 
“LEAGUE”  SAYS  OF  US. 

State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena. 

Dear  Sirs:  The  trees  are  very  fine.  The  League 

members  and  others  can  surely  sit  under  the  shade 
this  summer,  the  trees  are  so  large. 

MRS.  W.  H.  WHITEHILL. 


WE  ARE  AGAIN  IN  THE  LEAD  FOR  BUSH  PLANTS 
'jfy  FOWLER,  MONT. 

- State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena. 

Sirs:  Received  the  strawberry  and  currant  bushes 

and  they  were  certainly  fine. 

JNO.  ACKERMAN. 


OUR  TREES  AND  BUSH  FRUITS  ARE  BOUND  TO 
PLEASE.  HARLEM,  MONT. 

State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena,  Mont. 

Sirs:  The  trees,  currant  and  strawberry  plants 

received  and  they  are  just  grand.  I am  more  than 
pleased  with  them.  I wish  to  thank  you  for  the  com- 
plimentary peony  plant. 

Very  respectfully  yours, 

PHIL.  BUCKLEY. 


Waterloo,  Montana,  October  15th,  1913. 
Received  of  the  State  Nursery  Company,  tne  sum  of 
$15.00,  being  second  premium  offered  by  them  for  the 
largest  and  best  display  of  root  crops  shown  at  the 
Montana  State  Fair  at  Helena,  1913.  _______ 

P.  CARNEY. 

Many  thanks. 


* 

HELENA,  MONTANA. 


PLANTS — ( Continued ).  9 


Dahlias 

The  varieties  of  Dahlias  listed  are  the  results  of  a \ 'Tv 
careful  selection  as  to  form  and  freedom  of  bloom,  with 
special  pains  as  to  the  colors. 

We  have  taken  consideration  of  the  varied  soils  and  cli- 
mates, and  the  varieties  we  offer  can  be  depended  on  to 
be  the  leaders  for  an  early  and  continuous  display  in  the 
garden.  Should  our  stock  of  roots  be  exhausted  we  supply 
in  their  place  good,  strong  4-inch  pot  plants.  Some  people 
prefer  these  to  the  dormant  roots. 

CULTURE. 

Should  be  planted  in  a well  drained  position  and  where 
they  will  receive  the  greatest  amount  of  sun  during  the 
day.  The  soil  should  be  made  loose  and  a liberal  amount 
of 'fertilizer  added  before  planting.  Well  decayed  stable 
manure  is  very  satisfactory  as  a fertilizer.  Do  not  set 
out  plants  until  all  danger  of  frost  is  over.  This  should 
be  specially  noted  in  the  case  of  potted  plants.  Dahlias 
should  be  lifted  immediately  after  the  first  killing  frost 
and  stored  in  a cool  place  over  winter. 

SHOW  AND  DECORATIVE. 

Mrs.  Winters — Pure  snow  white;  very  large. 

Storm  King — White;  one  of  the  best. 

Gettysburg— Deep  glowing  scarlet;  large  and  bold. 
Penelope — Soft  pink. 

Mauve — A choice  shade  of  pinkish  lavender. 

A.  D.  Livoni — Light  pink;  very  fine  for  cutting. 


Type  of  Show  Dahlia. 


Oban — Mauve;  profuse  bloomer. 

Clifford  W.  Bruton — Large  bright  yellow. 

Esmond — Deep  glowing  yellow;  fine  form.' 

Capt.  of  Maroon — The  leader  in  its  color. 

Red  Hussar — A brilliant  red  with  free,  long  stems. 
Jack  Rose — The  best  red  of  all. 

Meteor — Deep  red;  fine  form. 

Maid  of  Kent — Cherry  red,  tipped  with  white;  free. 
Lucy  Fawcett — Pale  yellow,  striped  with  deep  pink. 
Arabella — Pink,  suffused  with  lemon  yellow. 

Mrs.  Dexter — Large  orange  red. 


CACTUS  DAHLIAS. 

These  are  of  a lighter  formation  and  more  suited 
for  use  as  cut  flowers. 

CACTUS. 

Mt.  Blanc — White;  very  large. 

Sparkler — Very  bright  scarlet. 

Spitfire — A fiery  scarlet. 

Kreimhilda — Free  bloomer;  pink  with  white  center. 
Mrs.  J.  P.  Mace — Delicate  blush  pink  and  early  bloomer. 
Shooting  Star — Pure  yellow;  very  long  stems. 

Jealousy — Clear  yellow  with  very  fine  form. 

Earl  of  Pembroke — Maroon  and  free  bloomer. 
Brunhilda — Dark  maroon. 

Jamaica — Rich  plum  color. 

J.  H.  Jackson — The  best  Dahlia  yet  out;  almost  black. 
Reliable — Carmine,  suffused  with  yellow. 

Standard  Bearer — Fiery  red  and  extra  free  bloomer. 
Harbor  Light — Orange  red,  overlaid  with  flame  color. 


Plants  from  3 pots,  each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Strong  Roots,  eacn .. 25c 

Plants  from  3-inch  pots  (Postpaid).... 15c;  doz.  $1.15 
Strong  Roots,  each,  (Postpaid) 35c 


FROM  BASIN,  MONTANA 
State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena. 

Sirs:  The  plants  received  in  good  condition. 

Thanks  for  extra  one  sent. 

Your  struly, 

ANNA  J.  BRIEN. 


Some  Specimens. 


10  PLANTS — ( Continued ). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


PEONY- FLOWERED  DAHLIAS. 


DAISIES. 


This  beautiful  type  has  large  artistic  flowers,  best  com- 
pared to  the  semi-double  peonies  in  general  form.  They 
all  flower  very  freely  and  are  borne  on  long,  strong  stems, 
making  excellent  material  for  cutting. 

Queen  Wilhelmina — Immense  large  white. 

Rheingau — Showy  brilliant  scarlet. 

Andrew  Carnegie — Rose  pink. 

Mrs.  Chas.  Turner — Large  bright  yellow. 

Geisha — The  showiest  and  most  attractive  of  this  type  yet 
introduced;  of  an  effective  and  rich  combination  of  scar- 
let and  gold. 


Pot  Plants,  each 25c 

Collection  of  5 $1.00 

Pot  plants  only,  each,  (Postpaid) 30c 

Collection  of  5,  (Postpaid)  $1.15 


NEW  VARIETIES. 

Dainty — Lemon  yellow  center,  tipped  rose  pink — (Cactus). 
Gen.  Buller — Rich  velvety  crimson,  tipped  white — (Cactus). 
St.  Catherine — Chrome  yellow,  suffused  reddish-amber — 
(Cactus). 

Walthan — Scarlet,  very  attractive — (Cactus). 

Le  Phare — Very  rich  red — Show. 

Robert  Maher — Deep  crimson — Show. 


Each 25c 

Pot  plants  only,  (Postpaid),  each 35c 


A Well  Formed  Blossom. 


DAISIES — (Beilis,  or  English  Daisy). 

We  sell  large  quantities  of  the  English  Daisy  annually, 
ready  May  1st,  blooming  plants  in  pink  and  white. 


Dozen , 35c 

Dozen,  (Postpaid) 4 45c 


DRACAENA. 

Indivisa  — Tropical 
looking  foliage 
and  extensively 
used  in  outdoor 
vases. 

Each 25c,  35c 

and  $1.00 

Postpaid 35c,  50c 

and $1.25 


DUSTY  MILLER 

(See  Centurea). 


Grande  (Leonard  Plant). 

Its  large  circular  leaves  thickly  spotted  with  creamy 
white  and  yellow,  make  it  wonderfully  effective  for  room 


decorations. 

Each .....25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) .^....35c 


FARFUGIUM. 


Kindly  note  that  where  not  listed  as  POSTPAID,  goods  are  shipped 
by  EXPRESS  COLLECT.  We  do  this  because  Plants  not  listed  as 
Postpaid  we  do  not  consider  as  safe  to  ship  by  Parcel  Post. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


PLANTS — ( Continued ).  11 


FERNS 


A plant  of  any  kind  that  does 
well  all  the  year  around  is  certainly 
one  that  finds  great  popularity.  A 
Fern  is  a distinct  and  distinguished 
plant  and  if  given  sufficient  atten- 
tion will  always  cast  an  atmosphere 
of  cheerfulness  in  a room.  Our  se- 
lection is  so  varied  that  even  the 
most  critical  can  get  satisfaction. 
Ferns  when  decorated  with  a few 
flowers  thrust  among  their  graceful 
pinnate  foliage  make  a splendid 
table  decoration.  The  above  illus- 
tration gives  a faint  idea  of  the 
number  we  carry,  and  you  can  be 
assured  when  ordering  from  us  that 
no  better  plants  are  procurable. 


Adiantum  Cuneatum — The  Maid- 
enhair fern. 

Each,  (Postpaid)... .15c  and  35c 

Each 10c  and  25c 

Adiantum  Formosum — Very  vig- 
orous and  prolific. 

Each 10c  and  35c 

Each,  (Postpaid)... .15c  and  35c 
Adiantum  Gupillus  Veneris — The  hardy  Maidenhair  fern. 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  35c 

Each..... 10c  and  25c 

Aspidium  Tsussimense — A fern  dish  favorite. 

Each 15c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  25c 


Aspidium  Tsussimense. 


Adiantum  Cuneatum. 


12  PLANTS—  (Continued) . 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Boston  Fern. 


Cyrtomium  Falcatum — The  popular  Holly  Fern.  Very 
suitable  for  fern  dishes  and  makes  a perfect  specimen 
plant.  The  leaves  are  thick  and  of  a beautiful  holly- 
green  color. 

Each 10c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  35c 


Neplirolepis  Bostoniensis  (Boston  Fern) — Although  many 
new  varieties  of  ferns  have  been  introduced,  the  Boston 
Fern  still  remains  the  favorite.  Each  year  the  demand 
for  this  long  time  favorite  is  increasing,  especially  in  the 
larger  sizes.  It  is  conceded  by  all  to  be  the  most  appro- 
priate fern  used  for  a present,  for  which  purpose  we 
carry  a special  grade.  A fern  of  any  kind,  especially  the 
Boston,  tends  to  give  an  air  of  refinement  to  the  room. 
Our  stock  of  Boston  Ferns  this  year  is  the  last  word  in 
excellence,  and  owing  to  the  fact  that  we  are  offering 
nothing  but  the  choicest  kinds,  expect  a heavy  demand. 

Plants  range  at 25c,  35c,  75c,  $1.50,  $2.50 

Our  special  “Present  Size” $2.50 


Nephrolepis  Whitmani — The  improved  Ostrich-Plume 
fern  and  a very  splendid  subject  to  grow  into  specimen 
plants.  Of  a very  unique  and  graceful  appearance. 
Each 20c,  35c,  75c,  $1.50  and  $2.50 


Nephrolepis  Elegantissma  (The  Tarrytown) — Another 
fancy  Boston  and  a very  valuable  addition  where  fine 
foliage  is  desired. 

Each 20c,  35c,  75c,  $1.50  and  $2.50 


Nephrolepis  Elegantissma. 


Cyrtomium  Falcatum — (Holly  Fern). 


FERN  DISHES. 

And  Some  Suggestions. 

The  fern  dish  is  to  the  table  as  a cen- 
terpiece, like  the  palm  is  to  the  hall,  IN- 
DISPENSIBLE. 

As  a wedding  present,  nothing  is  more 
suitable  and  more  appreciated  than  a fern 
dish. 

If  you  have  the  dish,  send  us  the  width 
and  depth  and  we  will  send  the  number  of 
ferns  required.  A more  preferable  way  is 
to  order  the  fernery  already  filled.  Some 
of  our  most  attractive  ferneries  are: 

(1)  A combination  of  Asparagus  Plu- 
mosus  and  Cyrtomium  Falcatum  in  a se- 
lected fernery  at 75c 

(2')  A combination  of  Adiantum  Cunea- 
tum  and  Aspidium  Tsussimense  in  suit- 
able fernery  at ; 75c 

(3)  Combination  of  Adiantum  Cunea- 

tum  and  Asparagus  Plumosus  in  one  of 
our  superior  ferneries  at $1.25 

(4)  A collection  of  Cyrtomium  Falca- 

tum, Pteris  Wimsetti  and  Asparagus  Plu- 
mosus in  a tasty  fernery  at $1.50 

(5)  Our  beautiful  ferneries,  filled  with 

plants  that  grow,  will  solve  the  wedding 
gift  problem  and  you  will  be  surprised  at 
the  quality  and  attractiveness  of  your  gift, 
at  from $2.00  to  $5.00 

N.  B. — If  you  so  desire  and  your  friend 
is  located  some  distance  away,  we  can 
ship  direct  to  the  friend,  enclosing  an  ap- 
propriate card,  and  prepaid  at  your  ex- 
pense. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


PLANTS — (Continued) . 13 


Pteris  Serrulata  Cristata. 


Pteris  Serrulata  Cristata— Very  ornamental. 

Each 10c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid).. 15c  and  35c 

Pteris  Albo  Lineata — Cream  striped  foliage. 

Each 10c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  35c 

Pteris  Tremula  (Lace  Fern) — Splendid  for  the  house. 

Each 10c,  25c  and  35c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c,  35c,  and  50c 


Pteris  Cretica — Erect  foliage;  hardy. 

Each 10c 'and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  35c 

Platycerium  Biforme — Broad  undivided  fronds  and 
makes  a very  fine  exhibition  plant. 

Each 50c 

Each,  (postpaid'' 60c 

Pteris  Wimsetti — A beautiful  crested  variety. 

Each 10c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  35c 

Pteris  Adiantoides — Something  out  of  the  ordinary. 

Each 10c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  35c 


Ficus  Elastica. 


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— 


Pteris  Ouvradii — For  fern  dishes. 

Each 10c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  35c 

Pteris  Argyrea — Much  in  demand  for  fern 
dishes. 

Each 10c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  35c 

Polystichum  Setosum — A variety  for  fern 
dishes. 

Each 10c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  35c 


FICUS— (Rubber  Plant). 

Ficus  Elastica — Admirable  for  the  house 
and  easily  taken  care  of. 

Each 50c,  75c  and  $1.00 

Larger  specimens.... $2.00  and  $3.00 
Ficus  Repens — Trailing  plant,  very  suit- 
able for  hanging  baskets. 

Each,  in  4-inch  pots 25c 

Ficus  Pandurata — (Fiddle  Leaved  Rub- 
ber). Another  species  of  Rubber,  of 
wonderful  appearance.  Splendid  house 
plant.  Each $2.00 


FITTONIA. 

Verschaffeltii — Trailing  plant  with  pink 
variegated  foliage;  very  handsome. 

Each 10  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  35c 


Pteris  Tremula. 


14  PLANTS — ( Continued ). 


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STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


FEVERFEW. 


Bears  a mass  of  double 
white  flowers  throughout  the 
season,  and  lasts  well  into 
the  fall. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Postpaid 15c;  doz.  $1.15 


FORGET-ME-NOT. 

The  old  favorite  in  im- 
proved strain. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Postpaid 15c;  doz.  $1.10 


FUCHSIAS. 


The  ideal  house  plant,  its 
Feverfew.  beautiful  combination  of 

colors  and  drooping  effect 
of  the  blossoms  making  it  a favorite  with  all.  One  of  the  early  spring 
flowering  plants  for  the  window.  The  following  varieties  will  prove  very 
satisfactory  for  house  culture  and  which  we  can  entirely  recommend: 


Black  Prince — Red  single. 

Chas.  Blanc — Deep  red  and  rose,  single. 

Col.  Marchand — Red  and  purple,  double. 

Lustre — White  and  scarlet,  double. 

Monstrosa  Superba — Double  white  and  red,  long  flowers. 

Mrs.  Marshall — White  and  rose,  single. 

Mrs.  E.  G.  Hill — White  and  red,  double. 

Phenomenal — Red  and  purple,  large  double. 

Rifford — Carmine  and  purplish  red,  single. 

Speciosa — Red  tube,  corolla  dark  red,  single. 

Trophee — Double  purple  corolla,  crimson  tube  and  sepals. 

The  following  four  varieties  were  introduced  by  us  last  year  and  gave 
complete  satisfaction: 

Little  Beauty — Beautiful  red  sepals  with  purple  corolla,  single. 

Lord  Byron — Single  variety,  superb  shades  of  red  and  deep  purple. 

Teuner — Very  red  sepals  with  light  purple  corolla. 

White  Beauty — Red  sepals  with  white  corolla,  single. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c;  doz.  $1.15 

Larger  plants 25c,  35c  and  50c 


Fuchsias. 


GENISTA. 

Fragrans — Produces  fragrant  yellow  flowers  in  abundance.  A fine  window 
plant. 

Each 25c  to  $1.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) 35c  to  $1.35  j 


liiucK  jcnuce. 


Little  Beauty. 


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HELENA,  MONTANA. 


PLANTS — ( Continued ).  15 


Geraniums 


S.  A.  Nutt. 


Gen.  Wood. 


Have  you  ever  tried  massing  Geraniums  as  bedding 
plants  in  your  garden?  If  not,  we  strongly  advise  your 
doing  so.  Nothing  looks  finer  than  a bed  of  our 
Geraniums  when  in  bloom.  The  plants  can  be  lifted  in 
the  fall  and  again  fill  the  need  of  house  plants.  As  re- 
gards beauty  in  foliage,  profuseness  of  blossoms  and 
strength  of  plants,  our  stock  is  unexcelled.  Aside  from 
their  use  as  bedding  plants,  Geraniums  are  especially 
well  suited  for  conservatory  decorations  or  for  the  win- 
'ow  garden.  For  a low  table  decoration,  when  used  with 
some  fine  fern,  the  blossoms  form  an  exquisite  center- 
piece.  / 

NEW  AND  STANDARD  VARIETIES. 


(Double). 

Abbie  Schaefer — Red  with  white  eye — flowers  in  trusses. 
Ranquise — Splendid  trusses  of  white  flowers. 

Rerthe  de  Prisilly — Light  pink. 

Henry  A.  Dreer — Clear  salmon  red,  the  only  one  of  its 
shade. 

Henriot — Rose  overlaid  violet,  white  eye. 

Hubert  Charron — Red  shading  to  white  center. 

La  Favorite — White,  one  of  the  best. 

Mme.  A.  Charmet — Bright  rose  center,  petals  edged  marble. 
Louis  Madeline — A deep  pleasing  rose  color. 

M.  Jules  Dispot — Combination  of  red.  violet  and  lilac,  quite 
dark. 

Red  Wing — Bright  scarlet,  striking  bedder.  good  for  cutting 
S.  A.  Nutt — Dark  crimson,  the  best  bedder  of  all.  A great 
demand  for  this  last  year. 


(Semi-Double). 

Divinite — Orange  red,  thick  heavy  foliage. 

Flamme  Poitevine — Rose  vermilion,  large  blooms. 
Jean  Viaud — Grand  pink  bedder. 


Jean  Madeline — Fine  light  rose  color. 

Le  Barde — Genuine  watermelon  color,  extraordinary  bed- 
der. 

Madonna — Snow  white,  good  bedder. 

M.  Paul  Blondeau — Bright  rose,  very  large  flower. 

(Single). 

Col.  Gillan — Bright  scarlet  maroon,  markings  very  brilliant. 
Gen.  Wolseley — Rosy  scarlet,  showy  and  effective. 

Gen.  L.  Wood — Bright  rose  crimson,  profuse  bloomer. 
Mine.  L.  Moyot — White  center,  vermilion  border. 

Mme.  J.  Cibiel — Salmon  pink,  white  eye  and  border. 

Mme.  P.  Morlan — Rosy  salmon,  free  bloomer. 

Mme.  Chapeton — Bright  rose  pink  with  beautiful  white 
markings. 

Michele  Savery — Salmon  pink,  shading  to  white. 

Sentinel — Dark  crimson,  round  flowers. 

Scavamouche — Salmon,  shading  to  white  at  tip  of  petals. 
Vermilion — Large  brilliant  flowers. 

Vera  Oulianesk — White,  clear,  round,  perfect  flowers. 
Yvette  Prost — Rosy  pink,  fine  for  cutting. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each  from  3-inch  pols,  (Postpaid') ....  15c;  doz.  $1.15 

Each  from  4-inch  pots 20c;  doz.  2.00 

Each  from  5-inch  pots 30c;  doz.  3.00 


IVY  LEAVED  GERANIUMS. 

Mrs.  J.  G.  Day  — Crimson. 

Leopard — Lavender  pink  dotted  with  crimson. 

Mrs.  Hawley — Rose. 

Souvenir  de  Chas.  Turner — Deep  bright  pink. 

Achievement — Rose  with  white  eye. 

Col.  Baden  Powell — Pearlish  white,  maroon  spots  in  center. 
La  Eleganta — Beautiful  variegated  foliage,  tri-color. 

Each,  from  3-inch  pots,  15c;  doz.  $1.50;  4-inch,  20: 
doz.  $2.00. 

Each,  (Postpaid)  from  3-inch  pots,  20c;  doz.  $1.75: 
Each,  ''Postpaid)  from  4-inch  pots,  30c:  doz.  $2.25 


16  PLANTS — ( Continued ). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Helen  Michell. 

GRAND  NEW  SCARLET  GERANIUM. 

Helen  Michell — Color  of  the  clearest  possible  shade  of 
scarlet  and  flowers  very  freely  during  the  entire  season. 
Our  claim  for  this  novelty  is,  that  it  surpasses  all  other 
scarlet  Geraniums  (1)  in  size  of  bloom,  (2)  in  brilliancy 
of  color,  (3)  in  vigor  and  strength,  (4)  in  earliness  of 
bloom,  (5)  in  a wonderful  ability  to  retain  its  bril- 
liancy of  color  in  the  hottest  of  weather. 


Each 35c 

Plants  from  3-inch  pots,  (Postpaid) 50c 


MARTHA  WASHINGTON  GERANIUMS. 


, Martha  Washington  Geranium. 
Pelargoniums. 


America. 

A very  attractive  summer  flowering  bulb  and  one  in 
which  wonderful  improvements  have  been  made.  To  get 
the  very  best  results  they  should  be  planted  in  a good 
sandy  loam  and  where  they  get  the  most  sun  possible. 
Good  spreadings  of  well  rotted  stable  manure  is  the  best 
of  fertilizers.  If  a succession  of  blooms  are  required,  make 


Crimson  King — Intense  crimson,  free  flowering. 
King  Oscar — Blush  pink,  shaded  maroon  and  red 
Mrs.  Bradshaw — Pure  white,  a profuse  bloomer. 
Princess  May — Very  light  pink. 

Prince  Henry — Light  pink  with  maroon. 

W.  C.  Boyce — A beautiful  shade  of  salmon. 

Each 15c,  2'0c,  35c  and  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid). ...20c,  30c,  45c  and  65c 


VARIEGATED  AND  SCENTED  GERANIUMS. 
Happy  Thought — Leaves  yellow,  center  bor- 
dered with  green.  Flowers  rose. 

Madame  Salleroi — Bushy  variety  used  for  bor- 
ders; goes  well  with  Lobelia.  No  bloom. 
Mountain  of  Snow — Fine  foliage  variety,  silver 
edge.  Flowers  red. 

Mrs.  Pollock — Foliage  yellow,  green  and  red 
variegation.  Flowers  red. 

Rose-Scented  Geranium — Very  popular.  Flow- 
ers pink. 

Apple-Scented  Geranium — Perfume  extremely 

strong. 

Each,  in  3-inch  pots 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Postpaid 20c;  doz.  $1.65 


THE  PANSY  GERANIUM. 
Madame  Laval — Very  free  flowering. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Postpaid 20c;  doz.  $1.65 


GREVILLEA— (Silk  Oak). 

Robusta — Very  beautiful  decorative  plant  with 
fern-like  foliage. 

Each 25c  and  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 35c  and  60c 

Gladiolus 


a 

HELENA,  MONTANA.  PLANTS— (Continued) . 17 


STATF 

INSPECTION 

Our  Nursery  stock  and  prem- 
ises are  annually  inspected  by 
the  State  Entomologist  as  re- 
quired by  law.  An  inspection 
Certificate  is  placed  on  every 
package  sent  out  by  us. 


GLADIOLUS— Continued 

the  plantings  about  two  weeks  apart.  Care  should  be 
taken  in  planting,  bulbs  being  set  from  4 to  6 inches 
deep  and  from  4 to  5 inches  apart  each  way.  In  the  fall, 
before  frost,  the  bulbs  should  be  lifted,  the  stems  cut  off 
and  placed  in  the  cellar  or  some  place  away  from  the  frost. 
The  bulbs  will  then  be  ready  for  planting  in  the  spring. 
America — Large  flower,  flesh  pink. 

Augusta — Pure  white,  with  blue  anthers. 

Brenchleyensis — Vermilion  scarlet. 

Childsi  Collection — Cannot  be  beat  for  garden  planting. 
Mrs.  Francis  King — Light  scarlet. 

Princcps — Rich  crimson,  with  white  blotches  on  lower 
petals. 

Mixed  colors,  our  selection,  each 5c;  doz.  50c; 

100,  $3.50. 

Mixed  colors,  our  selection,  each,  (Postpaid).. ..15c 
doz.  60c;  100,  4.85. 

Any  variety,  per  bulb....l0c;  doz.  75c;  hundred  $5.00 

Any  variety,  per  bulb  (Postpaid) 15c;  doz.  85c; 

hundred,  $5.35. 


Heliotrope 


Hydrangea  Arborescens. 

Otaksa — From  April  to  June  we  have  extra  fine  specimens 
in  blossom. 

Each,  small  plants,  25c;  larger  plants,  50c  to  $2.00 
Each,  small  plants,  (Postpaid).. ..35c;  larger  plants 
75c  to  $2.35. 

Arborescens — Makes  a very  valuable  house  plant. 

Each  . 50c 

(See  Hardy  Shrubs  and  Vines). 


A favorite  by  reason  of  its  exquisite  perfume;  is  success- 
ful in  or  out  of  doors.  Colors  in  various  shades  of  lavender 
and  violet. 


Each 10c  and  35c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  45c 


HIBISCUS. 

Each 25c  and  50c 

Double  crimson,  each,  (Postpaid) 35c  and  85c 


HOYA  CABNOSA— (See  Wax  Plant). 


Hydrangea 


18  PLANTS — ( Continued ). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Hanging  Baskets 


One  of  Our  $3  Size.  | 


Have  you  ever  noticed  the  difference  in  the 
appearance  of  a house  when  two  or  three  well 
filled  hanging  baskets  have  been  placed  around 
the  veranda?  The  baskets  are  made  of  green 
coated  wire,  and  packed  with  moss,  giving  the 
plants  a splendid  drainage.  The  plants  are  well 
settled  in  a growing  condition  before  the  basket  is 
shipped.  You  cannot  afford  to  be  without  this 
splendid  feature  of  outside  decoration.  ..Each  10 
inches  wide,  $1.00  to  $2.00;  12  inches  wide,  $1.50  to 
$3.00;  14  inches,  $2.50  to  $5.00.  Plants  our  selection. 


Moon  Vine. 


IVY — (English). 

Not  hardy  enough 
for  our  winters,  makes 
a good  indoor  vine. 

Each 15c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 
25c  and  35c. 


IVY. 

German  or  Parlor. 

A good  vine  for  the 
window  at  all  seasons, 
and  in  great  demand 
as  a vase,  basket  or 
window  box  plant  in 
the  summer. 

Each 10c:  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) 
15c;  doz.  $1.15. 


IPOMOEA. 
(Moon  Vine). 
The  well-known 
Moon  Climber  Flower, 
white  and  fragrant. 

Each 10c:  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) 
15c;  doz.  $1.15. 


IMPATIENS. 

A plant  that  should  be  in  everybody’s  collection,  being 
almost  continuously  in  bloom  and  of  the  bright  red  color 
blossoms  which  makes  it  the  ideal  table  or  window  plant. 
Sultani — Flowers  are  of  a brilliant  rosy  scarlet  color. 
Each,  15c  and  25c Postpaid,  20c  and  35c 


LANTANA. 

This  is  one  of  the  prettiest  of  house  plants. 

Craigi  Dwarf — Orange  carmine. 

Comptesse  de  Biencourt — A fine  pink. 

Delicatessima  (Weeping  Lantana) — Rosy  lavender  flowers, 
very  suitable  for  hanging  baskets. 

Fleur  D’Or — Yellow. 

Grand  Sultan — A brilliant  red. 

Snowball — Pure  white. 

Each,  10c  and  25c; Postpaid,  15c  and  35c 

Collection  of  6 50c 

Collection  of  6,  (Postpaid) 65c 


LEMON  VERBENA— (See  Aloysia). 


LILIES. 

The  Lily  is  a most  desirable  plant  for  the  amateur,  be- 
ing easy  to  grow,  and  a large,  well-flowered  specimen  is 
a sight  never  to  be  forgotten. 

Calla — A great  favorite  all  the  time  for  the  window. 

Each 50c  and  75c 


Calla  Lily. 


Godfrey  Calla  — (De- 
voniensis).  A mini- 
ature Calla  of  re- 
cent introduction 
and  promises  to  be 
very  popular  in  the 
house 

Each..25c,  50c  and  75c 


EASTER  LILIES 

We  grow  these  in 
great  quantities  for 
the  season’s  trade. 
Those  desiring  to  send 
plants  as  presents  at 
Easter  can  do  no  bet- 
ter than  select  one  or 
more  of  these. 

Each $1.00  to  $3.00 


Lilium  Auratum. 


Auratum — Large  flowers,  white  with  crimson  spots  and 
striped  with  yellow. 

Album — White  flowers  of  great  size. 

Rubrum — White,  with  an  abundance  of  crimson  markings. 
Plants  started  in  pots  of  these  three,  each....$1.00 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


PLANTS — ( Continued ).  19 


LOBELIA. 

The  best  of  all  for  border  plants,  being  low  and  covered 
with  a mass  of  small  blossoms.  They  thrive  in  almost  any 
garden  soil,  but  should  be  planted  where  they  get  the  most 
moisture.  They  do  best  when  given  a moist,  deep  loam. 
New  Double  Blue  Kathleen  Mallard — Large  double  flowers 
of  an  intense  blue,  very  desirable. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c;  doz.  $1.15 

Crystal  Palace — Deep  blue — a splendid  bedder. 

Each 5c;  doz.  60c 

Each 10c;  doz.  75c 

White  Gem — Snow  white. 

Each 5c;  doz.  60c 

Each w 10c;  doz  75c 


MIMOSA — (Sensitive  Plant). 

Pudica — Pink- white  flowers,  of  curious  habits,  the  leaves 
closing  and  drooping  wThen  touched. 


Each ) 25c 

Each,  (Postpaid). 35c 


MARGUERITES. 

Mrs.  F.  Sanders  (Chyrsanthemum  Frutescens,  or  Paris 
Daisy) — This  has  practically  taken  the  place  of  all 
other  Marguerites,  either  for  bedding  or  house  purposes. 
Unlike  all  other  Marguerites,  its  color  is  of  the  purest 
glistening  white  throughout.  The  blooms  often  measure 
5 inches  across  and  reminds  one  favorably  of  a magni- 
fied double  Pyrethrum.  The  stem  is  long,  and  when 
used  as  cut  flowers  they  last  splendidly. 

Each 15c,  25c,  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 2'0c,  30c,  75c 

White — The  best  known  Marguerite. 

Each 10c,  25c,  35c  and  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c,  45c,  65c 


MIGNONETTE. 

Plants  from  2 pots doz.  60c 

Plants  from  2-inch  pots,  (Postpaid) doz.  75c 


MOON  VINE— (See  Ipomea). 


NICOTIANA — (Flowering  Tobacco). 

A beautiful  plant  for  the  garden,  growing  to  a height 
of  3 to  4 feet;  colors,  red,  pink  and  white. 


Each 25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) * 35c 


NASTURTIUMS. 

Tall  or  Climbing  Varieties — The  ideal  summer  vine  for 
trellises,  verandas  or  for  covering  unsightly  railings. 
Dwarf  or  Bedding  Varieties — Give  a splendid  effect  when 
massed  in  beds,  their  various  colors  giving  an  effect 


incomparable. 

Dozen 60c 

Dozen,  (Postpaid) 75c 


OLEANDER. 


Oleander. 

A most  interesting  house  plant  forming  beautiful  spikes 
of  flowers  in  delicate  shades  of  pink  and  white.  The 
Oleander  is  probably  one  of  the  most  popular  and  well 
known  of  all  house  plants. 

Each 25c  and  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 35c  and  65c 


Mrs.  F.  Sanders. 


How  many  Plants  do  1 need  for  my  Flower  Bed? 

Diameter  of 

If  planted 

If  planted 

If  planted 

Bed 

6”  apart 

12”  apart 

18”  apart 

3 ft. 

24 

6 

3 

4 “ 

44 

11 

5 

5 “ 

76 

14 

7 

6 “ 

108 

27 

12 

7 “ 

148 

37 

17 

8 “ 

196 

49 

23 

9 “ 

252 

63 

30 

12  “ 

448 

112 

51 

14  “ 

608 

152 

69 

16  “ 

800 

200 

90 

18  “ 

1010 

252 

112 

20  “ 

1250 

312 

136 

These  figures 

can  be  used 

for  an  oval, 

square  or 

circular 

bed. 

20  PLANTS— (Continued). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


ORANGE  OTAHEITE. 

The  best'  of  the  oranges  for  pot  culture.  Its 
profusion  of  fragrant  flowers  and  dainty  edible- 
fruit  make  it  an  excellent  decorative  plant. 
Fruiting  size  dish 50c  and  $1.00 


OXALIS. 

The  delicate  shades  of  the  Oxalis  seem  to  make 
it  a very  popular  plant. 

Oxalis  Boweii — Rich  crimson. 

Deppei — Rose. 

Bermuda  Buttercup — Yellow. 


Plants,  each 15c  and  25c 

Plants,  each,  (Postpaid) 20c  and  30c 

Bulbs,  each,  (Postpaid 5c;  doz.  30c 


PALMS — (See  Palm  Department,  following). 


PANDANUS. 

Veitehii — One  of  the  finest  foliage  plants  for  the 
house. 

Each $2.00 

Utilis — A popular  and  less  expensive  variety. 

Each $1.00  to  $2.00 


PANICUM. 

Javanicus  Fol.  Var. — Beautifully  variegated  grass, 
excellent  for  hanging  baskets. 

Each,  in  3-inch  pots 15c 

Each,  in  3-inch  pots,  (Postpaid) 25c 


PASSION  FLOWER. 


Plants,  each 15c 

Plants,  each,  (Postpaid).... 20c 


Orange  Otaheite. 


Just  a few  of  our  Orchids  in  Bloom 

WRITE  FOR  PRICES.  (See  Cut  Flower  Page  51  ) 


Pansies 

Each  year  our  sale  of  Pansy 
plants  has  been  larger  than  the  pre- 
vious and  the  quality  has  more  than 
increased  with  the  demand.  This 
year  we  have  given  special  attention 
to  the  selection  of  the  strains  grown, 
and  you  can  rest  assured  when  plac- 
ing your  order  with  us.  that  there  is 
no  finer  stock  obtainable  than  our 
superior  strains  of  PEERLESS 
PANSIES. 


Dozen 50c 

By  mail  (Postpaid) 60c 


Read  our  CULTURAL  NOTES 
and  HINTS,  if  the  information  you 
require  is  not  there,  write  us,  and  we 
will  give  you  the  benefit  of  our  ex- 
perience. 


Helena,  Montana: 


PLANTS— (Continued).  21 


C K.  & S. 


Single  Fringed. 


Single  Varieties. 

The  increasing  demand  and  popularity  of  window  boxes 
seems  to  mean  an  increased  sale  of  Petunias.  For  window 
boxes,  hanging  baskets  and  bedding  purposes  they  are 
without  equal. 

Each  from  3-inch  pots 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  from  3-inch  pots,  (Postpaid). ...15c;  doz.  $1.15 


Double  Varieties. 

Clio — Beautiful  frilled,  rich  crimson  carmine. 

Edna — Pink  mottled  white. 

Elegans — Bright  rose  pink,  mottled  white. 

Guy — A beautiful  light  pink. 

Jerome — Purple  with  white  edge. 

Snowball — Finely  fringed  white. 

Talma — Clear  pink.  . 

Victoria — White,  mottled  with  bright  violet  rose. 

Each  plant  in  3-inch  pots 1 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  plant  in  3-inch  pots,  (Postpaid)  15c;  doz.  $1.15 

in  4-inch  pots 20c;  doz.  $2.00 

in  5-inch  pots 35c;  doz.  $4.00 


One  of 

Our 

Pansy 

Houses 

If  you 
want  to 
see  a 
pretty 
sight 
visit  our 
Pansy 
house  when 
they  are 
in  bloom. 


22  PLANTS — ( Continued ). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


PHLOX. 

Drummondi — A pretty  garden  annual. 

Dozen 25c 

Dozen,  (Postpaid) 35c 


PHLOX,  HARDY — (See  Hardy  Perennials). 


POINSETTIAS. 

Beautiful  Christmas  plants. 

Each 50c  and  $1.00 


PRIMULA — (Primrose) . 

Primula  Chinensis — (Chinese  Primrose).  Very  satisfactory 
as  a house  plant.  We  have  it  in  red,  white  and  pink. 
Obconica — Another  popular  primrose.  The  plants  we  have 
range  in  color  from  lilac  to  rose. 

Either  of  these  varieties,  each 25c  and  50c 

Either  of  these  varieties,  each,  (Postpaid) 35c 

and  65c. 


ROSES — (See  Rose  Department,  following). 


SALVIA. 

A very  satisfactory  bedding  plant  which  produces  erect 
spikes  of  brilliant  scarlet  flowers,  completely  covering  the 
dark  green  foliage.  Splendid  for  bedding. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c;  doz.  $1.15 


SAXIFRAGA. 

Sarmentosa — (Aaron’s  Beard,  Mother  of  Thousands,  or 
Strawberry  Geranium).  Trailing  foliage,  prettily  varie- 
gated. Fine  for  hanging  baskets,  etc. 

Each 10c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  and  35c 


SEL  AGINELL  A— (Moss) . 

Very  pretty  in  fern  dishes,  etc.  We  have  these  varieties: 
Martensi,  Variegata,  Amoena,  Krauseana. 


Each 25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 35c 


TRADESCANTIA 
(Wandering  Jew). 

We  have  this  in 
green  and  variegated. 

Each 10c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 
15c. 


TUBEROSES. 

One  of  the  most  de- 
lightfully fragrant  and 
exquisite  of  all  sum- 
mer blooming  plants. 
It  is  desirable  to  plant 
these  as  soon  as  the 
ground  becomes  warm. 
Our  specialty  is  the 
Excelsior  Double  Pearl 
variety. 

Each....5c;  doz.  35c 

Each,  (Postpaid'1 
10c;  dozen  50c. 


VERBENA. 

This  plant  seems  to 
do  exceptionally  well 
in  Montana,  staying  in 
blossom  for  quite  a 
while  after  the  first 
frosts.  The  formation 
and  singularity  in  its 
shades  of  blossoms  al- 
ways adds  to  its  strik- 
ing appearance.  In 
shades  of  pink,  white, 
purple,  scarlet  and 
striped.  (For  Lemon 
Verbena  see  “Aloyo- 
sia”) . Tradescantia. 

Plants,  from  3-inch  pots,  each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Plants  from  3-inch  pots,  each  (Postpaid), 15c; 

Plants  from  3-inch  pots,  (Postpaid doz.  $1.15 


SENSITIVE  PLANT— (See  Mimosa). 


SHAMROCK. 

We  grow  the  genuine  Irish  Shamrock  in  large  quantities. 

Plants,  each 10c 

Plants,  each,  (Postpaid) 15c 


S MIL  AX. 

Plants,  3-inch  pots 10c 

Each,  3-inch  pots,  (Postpaid) .15c 


SPIREA  JAPONICA. 

Gladstone — Used  extensively  for  Easter  decorations.  Pro- 
duces large  spikes  of  pure  feathery  white  flowers. 

Blooming  plants  (Easter) $1.00 

Dormant  roots 50c 

(See  also  Hardy  Perennials). 


STOCKS. 

(Or  Gilly  Flowers). 

To  meet  an  expected  heavy  demand  for  this  outdoor 
plant,  we  have  prepared  ourselves  not  only  in  quantity, 
but  a variety  unsurpassed.  In  shades  of  white,  yellow, 
dark  blue,  lavender,  pink,  rose  and  blood  red.  Ready  May 


15th. 

Dozen 35c 

Poted  Plants,  doz 75c 

Dozen,  (Postpaid) 50c 

Potted  Plants,  per  dozen,  (Postpaid) $1.00 


SWAINSONA. 

Alba — The  blossoms  of  these  plants  are  very  similar  to  that 
of  the  Sweet  Pea.  Being  of  the  ever-blooming  variety, 
it  is  fast  becoming  a favorite. 


Each 25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) .....35c 


Verbena. 


% 

HELENA,  MONTANA. 


PLANTS — ( Continued ).  23 


VINCA. 

Vinca  Major — Very  desirable  for  window  boxes  and  hang- 


ing baskets. 

Each 10c  to  35c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  to  45c 

Vinca  Major  Variegata — Much  the  same  as  the  first  named 
but  has  a creamy  white  border. 

Each 10c  to  35c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 15c  to  45c 


Vinca  Minor  (Myrtle) — (See  “Hardy  Perennials.”) 


VIOLETS. 

Seven  of  our  largest  houses  are  devoted  to  the  growing 
of  Violets,  and  our  plants  are  the  picture  of  strength. 
From  these  thousands  of  plants  we  fill  our  orders,  which 
insures  you  the  best  of  quality. 


Governor  Herrick — Very  productive  with  blooms  of  a 
bright  purple  shade. 

Princess  of  Wales — Very  large,  and  fragrant  flowers. 


Each 10c 

Either  variety,  each,  (Postpaid) 15c 


WALLFLOWER. 

Small  plants,  ready  April  1. 

Dozen 35c 

Dozen,  (Postpaid) 45c 


WAX  PLANT — (Hoya  Carnosa). 

Each,  (Postpaid) 35c 


ZINNIA. 

Each , 25c 

Dozen 35c 


Buy  your  Palms  from  the  Northwestern  headquarters  f 
all  potted  plants.  Our  facilities  for  growing  stock  °f  a c/e< 
and  healthy  nature  are  the  most  complete  in  the  Northwe : 
For  the  hall,  sitting  room  or  conservatory  palms  fill  a uniqi 
position  giving  an  air  of  refinement  and  gracefulness  which  i 
other  plant  imparts.  Their  hold  yet  graceful  foliage  which 
always  green  makes  them  the  ideal  decorative  plant. 


Kentia  Balmoreana — Extremely  useful — a 
standard  variety,  graceful  and  hardy, 
very  popular  and  stands  the  atmosphere 
of  the  house  well. 

Each 75c.  to  $5.00 

Kentia  Forsteriana — Is  closely  related  to 
the  Balmoreana 

Each $1.00  to  $5.00 


Cycas  (Sago  Palm). — An  excellent  house 
plant;  we  have  nice  specimens  at 

Each $1.00  and  $2.00 

Phoenix  Reclinata— Fine,  large  palm,  eas- 
ily cultivated  and  does  not  require  a 
lot  of  attention. 

Each $1.50  and  $2.00 

Phoenix  Roebelenii — An  admirable  house 
plant,  very  graceful. 

Each 50c  and  75c 

Lantania  Borbonica— Fan-shaped  leaves, 
easily  grown. 

Each $1.00  to  $2.00 


24 


ROSES. 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Radiance. 


Our  collection  of  Roses  is  even  larger  than  it  was 
last  year,  having  introduced  those  of  recent  creation,  and 
a careful  but  wide  selection  of  the  standard  varieties,  with 
special  attention  to  those  embodying  delicate  shades  and 
peculiar  fragrance.  The  large  collection  offered  enables 
you  to  select  the  superb  rich  crimson  red  and  pink  varieties 
which  make  such  pleasing  contrasts  to  the  yellow  and 
whites. 


Tea  and  Hybrid 
Tea  Roses 

Radiance — A hardy  ever-blooming. 
Flowers  are  a brilliant  rosy  carmine, 
borne  on  long  stiff  stems  with  dark 
green  healthy  foliage.  A very  vig- 
orous grower. 

My  Maryland — A rose  of  exceptional 
merit,  and  has  been  thoroughly 
tested.  In  color  it  is  a brighter  pink 
than  the  Bridesmaid  Rose,  and  in 
habit  it  is  more  prolific. 

Betty — This  Irish  ever-blooming  Hy- 
brid Tea  Rose  is  of  a coppery  pink 
shade. 

Rhea  Reid — Bright  red,  of  strong 
growth  and  of  purely  American  ori- 
gin. 


La  France — This  old  variety  still  main- 
tains its  popularity  among  pink  roses. 

Bridesmaid — The  pink  counterpart  of 
the  Bride. 


Bride — The  popular  white  rose, 
tince  in  every  respect. 

Sunburst — Is  extraordinarily  vigorous 
and  healthy  and  belongs  to  the  class 
of  big  roses.  The  color  is  orange 
copper  or  golden  orange,  all  intense 
shades  and  extremely  brilliant  in  ef- 
fect. Does  well  out  of  doors  and  will 
rank  high  as  a bedder.  At  the  Chicago 
show,  1910,  it  was  awarded  the  cup 
for  the  best  new  rose  ever  before 
exhibited. 


Mrs.  Aaron  Ward — The  habit  of  this 
rose  is  one  of  the  handsomest  in  the 
entire  rose  family,  a profusion  of 
bronze  green,  long  pointed  foliage, 
carried  quite  up  to  the  flower.  The 
color  of  the  bloom  is  Indian  yellow, 
which  lightens,  as  the  rose  opens, 
to  a soft  fawn  color.  It  is  a rose  dis- 
tinct in  every  respect. 


Sunburst. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


ROSES — ( Continued ) 


25 


Sunrise — The  foliage  of  this  rose  is  quite  a feat- 
ure with  its  autumn  coloring.  The  bloom  is  a 
copper  yellow. 

Kate  Molton — Soft  p'^P*  the  Minnesota  rose. 


Mrs.  Aaron  Ward. 

Kaiserin  Augusta  Victoria — Pearly  white,  fragrant 
flowers,  on  long  stems;  a healthy  flower  with 
beautiful  foliage. 

Perle  de  Jardins — A perfect  yellow  rose  of  ex- 
quisite fragrance. 


Richmond. 


Richmond — This  has  proved  to  be  one  of  our  best  red  roses 
both  indoors  and  in  the  garden.  It  is  free-flowering  and 
the  color  is  rich  indeed. 

Killarney — Pale  pink,  robust  growth,  free  flowering. 


Kaiserin  Augusta  Victoria. 


Killarney. 


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ROSES — ( Continued ) . 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


The  Care  of  Roses 


Mme.  Chatenay — Perpetual  bloomer  of  a delicate  pink 
shade;  does  well  in  the  open. 

Mrs.  Geo.  Shawyer — The  color  is  of  a lovely  bright  shade 
of  pink. 

White  Killarney — As  an  outdoor  variety,  Killarney  (the 
pink  variety)  has  proved  to  be  one  of  the  very  best  of 
roses  we  know  of,  plants  standing  the  winter  with  ordi- 
nary protection  and  producing  an  abundance  of  blos- 
soms during  the  season.  White  Killarney  is  identical  in 
habit  and  growth  with  the  pink. 


Each,  3-inch  pots 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  3-inch  pots,  (Postpaid) 15c;  doz.  $1.15 

Each,  4-inch  pots 25c;  doz.  $2.50 

One-year-old  plants,  each... 50c  to  $1.00 


INSECT  PESTS. 

A weekly  application  of  some 
insecticide  will  well  repay  you 
in  the  ultimate  growth  and  health 
of  your  roses.  It  is  almost  im- 
possible to  name  any  stated  mix- 
ture. We  refer  you  to  our  list  if 
Insecticides. 


American  Beauties. 


Mme.  Chatenay. 


SITUATION. 

Rest  results  can  he  obtained  by  planting  roses  where 
they  receive  the  full  benefit  of  the  sun,  and  sheltered  from 
the  north  winds.  Under  no  condition  should  they  be 
planted  where  they  are  liable  to  come  into  contact  with 
other  roots  of  the  larger  trees  and  shrubs. 

SOIL. 

The  best  soil  for  roses  is  sod  from  an  old  pasture,  adding 
some  well  rotted  cow  manure. 


American  Beauty 


PLANTING— PREPARATION  OF 
THE  BED. 

The  bed  should  be  prepared  a 
short  while  before  planting,  so  as 
to  let  the  soil  settle.  The  depth 
of  the  bed  depends  on  the  size  of 
the  plant,  usually  about  one  foot. 
Fill  this  with  the  soil  and  man- 
ure, being  careful  to  provide  for 
proper  drainage.  On  receiving  the 
plants,  if  in  a dormant  state,  the 
tips  of  the  roots  should  be  cut  off 
about  half  an  inch  or  more. 

if  the  plants  are  from  pots,  they 
should  be  set  so  that  the  ball  of 
earth  is  about  1 to  3 inches  below 
the  level  of  the  ground. 

Great  care  should  be  taken  to 
See  that  the  roots  are  evenly  dis- 
tributed, as  upon  this  detail  quan- 
tity and  quality  of  blooms  will  de- 
pend. A thorough  soaking  of 
water  should  then  be  given. 


PRUNING. 

The  principal  pruning  should 
be  done  in  the  spring  beginning 
with  the  perpetuals  first.  Climb- 
ing roses  need  no  pruning  what- 
ever except  cutting  out  the  dead 
wood  or  cutting  back  the  canes  to 
make  the  growth  conform-  to 
some  desired  effect. 


WINTER  PROTECTION. 

Almost  all  the  roses  (the 
Hardy  Yellow  varieties  are  some 
of  the  exceptions),  should  be  pro- 
tected during  winter.  For  this 
purpose  we  use  long  clean  straw, 
bending  the  rose  bushes  to  the 
ground  and  wrapping  the  straw 
over  them  to  a thickness  of  about 
six  inches. 


smc*. 


The  best  of  all  the  outdoor  roses 
and  in  a class  to  itself.  We  suppose 
we  are  noted  for  our  stock  of  this 
grand  rose  more  than  for  any  other. 
All  our  plants  of  this  variety  are  the 
acme  of  strength  and  healthfulness, 
and  if  there  is  one  size  more  than 
another  on  which  we  pride  our- 
selves, it  is  the  dollar  grade.  These 
are  very  strong  and  bloom  the  first 
season  if  properly  cared  for.  A 
light  protection  in  winter  is  re- 
quired. Our  $1.00  grade  of  this  rose 
is  unexcelled  and  strongly  advise 
you  to  take  this  size  for  planting. 
(N.  B.  special  price.) 

Each 10c,  20c  and  30c 

Each  (Postpaid) 15c,  30c  and  45c 

Our  special  two-year-old  hushes 
Each $1.00,  doz.  $10.00 


, **  v 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


ROSES — ( Continued ) 


27 


HARDY  PERPETUALS. 

Alfred  Columb — Clear  cherry  red,  fine  flowers.  Very  fra- 


grant. 

Anna  de  Diesbacli — Brilliant-  rose — a vigorous  grower  and 
persistent  bloomer. 

Black  Prince — A deep  blackish  crimson  blossom  which 
comes  in  profusion.  Is  surely  a beauty,  and  a welcome 
addition  to  its  class. 

Captain  Christy— Delicate  pink;  very  free  bloomer. 
Coquette  des  Alps — Pure  white,  free  and  fragrant. 

Clio — Flesh  color  flowers  with  handsome  foliage;  fragrant. 
Frau  Karl  Druschki — Pure  white  flowers  which  often 
measure  4 to  5 inches  across.  Perfectly  double  and  ex- 
tremely fragrant  and  hardy. 

General  Jacqueminot — Popularly  known  as  “Gen.  Jack.” — 
rich  scarlet  crimson  and  very  satisfactory  in  the  garden. 
General  Washington — Double  scarlet  flowers;  very  free. 
Jubilee — In  the  front  rank  of  hardy  roses;  pure  red. 

Mme.  Plantier  — The 
hardiest  rose,  re- 
quiring no  piotec- 
tion  in  winter.  The 
leading  hardy 
White  Rose. 

Magna  Chart  a— 
Bright  pink  and 
carmine.  Upright 
and  * generally  a 
magnificent  rose. 
Mrs.  John  T.  Laing — 
Delicate  pink;  free 
bloomer. 

Persian  Yellow  — A 

hardy  yellow  rose, 
bearing  hundreds  of 
small  yellow  roses 
of  great  beauty. 

Harrison  Yellow— The 

old  fashioned  hardy 
yellow. 


S-N-Co 


Persian  Yellow. 


Paul  Xeyron. 


Paul  Neyron — One  of  the  largest  roses  known;  very  pro- 
lific; deep,  clear  rose;  hardy. 

Ulrich  Brunner — Cherry  red — a desirable  variety. 


BEDDING  ROSES. 


The  three  roses  following  we  strongly  recommend  for 
bedding  purposes: 


Dorothy  Perkins — 

Color  shell  pink. 

Crimson  Rambler  — 

Glowing  crimson; 
hardy  and  covered 
from  the  ground  to 
the  tips  with  blos- 
soms. 


BABY  RAMBLERS 

Red  Baby  Rambler — 

(Mme.  Norbert  Le- 
vavasseur) . Dwarf 
bedding  rose  of  ex- 
cellent habit:  flow- 
ers are  bright 
crimson,  similar  to 
the  Crimson  Ram- 
bler, but  this  va- 
riety is  not  a 
climber.  Hardy  and 
very  free  flower- 
ing from  spring 
till  autumn  and 
then  under  glass 
continues  the  year 
through. 

White  Baby  Rambler 

— Identical  with 
the  red  in  habit. 

Pink  Baby  Rambler — 

Similar  to  the 
other  two  Ram- 
blers save  in  color. 

Madam  Cecile  Brun- 
ner— Blush  shaded 
salmon  pink,  dis- 
tinct and  very 
pretty. 


Dorothy  Perkins. 

Gruss  an  Teplitz — The  summer-blooming  rose — color  a 
rich  velvety  crimson.  This  with  the  Soupert  and  Her- 
mosa  blossom  all  the  season,  even  the  smallest  plants 
being  covered  with  flowers. 

Clothilde  Soupert — -Very  free  blooming;  pearly  white,  shad- 
ing to  rosy  pink. 

Hermosa — Pink  and  free  flowering. 


GENERAL  PRICE  LIST  FOR  ROSES. 

Plants,  3-inch  pots 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Plants,  4-inch  pots 20c;  doz.  $2.00 

Plants  3-inch  pots,  (Postpaid).... 15c  each;  doz.  $1.15 
Plants  4-inch  pots  (Postpaid).. ..25c  each;  doz.  $2.35 
Larger  plants,  each..., 50c,  75c  and  $1.00 


ROSA  RUGOSA  RUBRA. 

Rosa  Rugosa  Rubra — Deep  rose  flowers  with  shining 
green  foliage.  The  blossoms  are  produced  in  clusters 
and  in  the  autumn,  bright  red  berries  are  borne. 
Two-year-old  bushes,  each $1.00 


Lewistown,  Mont. 

I have  used  your  seeds  for  three  years  and  am  well 
pleased  with  them,  and  expect  to  give  an  order  soon  fox- 
small  fruits  and  berries. 

MRS.  JAS.  CRAIG. 


MOSS  ROSES. 

The  Moss  Rose  cannot  be  excelled  for  hardiness  and 
vigor. 

Each 10c,  25c,  50c,  $1.00 

.bach,  (Postpaid) 15c,  30c,  65c,  $1.25 


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ROSES — ( C ontinued) 


STATE  NURSERY  CO 


CLIMBING  ROSES. 


Lady  Gay. 


Lady  Gay — Hardy  and  has  buds  of  deep  pink  which  change 
to  cherry  pink  and  as  the  flower  matures,  it  becomes 
almost  white.  Flowers  borne  in  large  clusters. 

Queen  of  the  Prairie — Another  favorite — bright  red —rapid 
grower. 

Baltimore  Belle — A splendid  climber  for  Montana,  per- 
fectly hardy;  bright  pink. 


Special  Request 
to  Our 
Customers 


We  would  esteem  it  a great  favor  if  you 
will  kindly  let  us  know  if  you  make  any 
change  in  your  address.  Kindly  give  your 
new  address  and  also  your  former  address. 

This  will  insure  you  getting  our  catalogs 
regularly. 


Partial  View  of  Our  Greenhouses,  Nursery  and  Seed  Trial  Grounds. 


HELENA,'  MONTANA. 


HARDY  PERENNIALS 


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From  a small  beginning  25  years  ago  our  Perennial  Department  has  developed  into  one  of  the  largest 
branches  of  our  business.  Today  we  are  enabled  to  offer  you  the  widest  and  largest  assortment  of  Perennials 
in  the  Great  Northwest.  This  has  been  accomplished  solely  on  the  broad  principal  of  giving  our  customers 
full  value  for  their  money  and  supplying  only  the  very  best  grade  of  stock. 

Our  wide  circle  of  patrons  are  also  at  an  advantage  in  that  we  are  GROWERS  OF  THE  PEREN- 
NIALS THAT  WE  SELL  and  are  thus  enabled  to  give  better  values  than  if  we  were  simply  buyers. 

For  many  years  we  have  been  supplying  the  most  critical  amateur  and  professional  gardeners  in  this  state 
with  their  stock  of  perennial  olants  and  the  steady  growth  in  our  business  during  this  period  has  been  conclu- 
sive evidence  that  OUR  PLANTS  ARE  RELIABLE  AND  OUR  CUSTOMERS  SATISFIED. 

WE  ARE  THE  NORTHWEST  LEADERS  IN  PERENNIALS.  No  plants  are  listed  in  our 
lists  as  hardy  that  have  not  been  thoroughly  proved  to  be  adaptable  to  the  Northwest.  No  lawn  of  the  orna- 
mental kind  is  complete  without  a liberal  proportion  of  hardy  flowering  plants.  The  rapid  growth  they  make, 
combined  with  the  small  amount  of  care  they  require,  makes  them  a general  favorite.  By  judicious  selection 
your  garden  can  have  plants  in  bloom  all  the  summer.  Another  important  factor  is  their  use  for  indoor  decora- 
tions, providing  exquisite  flowers  six  months  out  of  the  year.  LOOK  THROUGH  OUR  ASSORTMENT 
OF  PERENNIALS,  PLACE  YOUR  ORDER  WITH  US  AND  BE  ASSURED  OF  ENTIRE 
SATISFACTION 


ACANTHUS— (Bear’s  Breech). 


Achillea. 


Each  

Each.  (Postpaid) 


Mollis — A noble  foli- 
age plant  with  curi- 
ous red  flowers. 
Grows  to  a height  of 
about  3 feet. 

Each 15c:  doz.  SI. 50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 
20c;  doz.  $1.75. 


ACHILLEA. 

The  Pearl  — Flowers 
from  July  to  frost — • 
height  about  2 feet. 
Pretty  white  blos- 
soms valuable  for 
cut  flower  purposes, 
the  flowers  lasting  a 
long  time. 

Each 15c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 
20c  and  30c. 


AGROSTEMMA. 

(Rose  Campion). 
Coronaria  — Crimson 
phlox-like  flowers, 
growing  to  a height 
of  about  2 feet. 

15c 

20c 


ANCHUSA  ITALICA. 

(Dropmore  Variety). 

One  of  the  finest  hardy  plants  of  recent  introduction, 
free  and  continuous  growing,  producing  flowers  of  a 
beautiful  gentian  blue. 


Each ........15c 

Each,  (Postpaid) : .........20c 


AQUILEGIA. 

One  of  the  most  satisfactory  of  hardy  perennial  plants, 
producing  beautiful  spurred  flowers  on  stiff  stems:  Should 
be  given  a sunny  position,  but  succeed  in  almost  any  soil 
or  location. 

Canadensis  (Common  American  Columbine) — The  native 
bright  red  and  yellow  variety. 

Chrysantha  (Goiden  Columbine) — Bright  yellow,  long 
spurred  flowers. 

Coerulea  (Rocky  Mountain  Columbine) — Bright  blue  and 
white,  long  spurred  flowers. 

Helenae — A new  hybrid  with  large  blue  flowers  and  ex- 
panded pure  white  corolla. 

Xn  ea  Grandiflora — Fine  pure  white. 

Veitch’s  Long  Spurred  Hybrids — Mixed  colors. 

Each 15c:  doz.  $1.50 

Each.  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75- 


\RABIS — (Rock  Cress). 

Alpina — Carpet-like,  covering  the  ground  with  a myriad 
of  white  flowers. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each.  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 


BLEEDING  HEART— (See  Dielytra). 


ALYSSUM— (Hardy). 

Saxatile  (Gold  Tuft) — Yellow  flowers,  6 to  9 inches  high. 
Blossoms  as  soon  as  ground  opens. 


Each 15c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c 


BOLTOXIA — (False  Chamomile). 

Among  the  showiest  of  our  hardy  perennial  plants  with 
large  single  aster-like  flowers. 

Asteroides — Pure  white  and  very  effective. 

Latisquama — Pink,  tinged  with  lavender. 

Eacn 25c  and  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 35c  and  60c 


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HARDY  PERENNIALS— (Continued). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


BITTER  ROOT — (Montana  State  Flower). 
(See  Lewisia). 


CAMPANULA. 

Do  best  in  a good  rich  soil  and  planted  in  a half  shady 
place.  They  are  indispensable  as  border  plants.  The 
taller  varieties  should  be  staked  and  all  the  flowers  cut 
immediately  upon  fading. 

Calycanthema  (Cup  and  Saucer  Canterbury  Bells) — They 
differ  from  most  of  the  varieties  in  that  the  calyx  is  the 
same  color  as  the  flower,  giving  it  the  appearance  of  the 
cup  and  saucer.  We  offer  them  in  the  following  shades: 
Delicate  rosy  pink,  clear  blue,  dark  blue  and  pure  white. 
Media— Single  in  colors  of  dark  blue,  white,  light  blue 
and  rose. 


Campanula  Media  (Canterbury  Bells). 

Pyramidalis  (The  Chimney  Bell  Flower)— Blue  salver 
shaped  flower. 

Each. 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 

Our  introductory  collection  of  10  varieties $1.50 

Our  introductory  collection  of  10  varieties, 

(Postpaid)  $1.75 


CANDYTUFT,  HARDY— (See  Iberis). 
CANTERBURY  BELL— (See  Campanula). 


CERASTIUM — (Snow-in-Summer). 
Tomentosum — Low  growing  habit,  white  star-like  flowers, 
silvery  foliage. 

Each ) 15c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c  and  30c 


COLUMBINE— (See  Aquilegia). 


CHRYSANTHEMUM  MAXIMUM. 


Chrysanthemum  Maximum. 

The  popularity  of  this  plant  is  universal,  their  many 
peculiar  qualities  causing  no  surprise  at  their  extensive 
cultivation.  Their  profusion  of  bloom  when  the  rest  of 
he  garden  is  destroyed  by  frost  keeps  them  well  to  the 
'ront  as  a favorite. 

Chrysanthemum  Inodorum  Plenissimum — Makes  a bushy 
plant  about  2 feet  high,  with  fine  feathery  foliage  and 
pure  white  intensely  double  flowers. 

Chrysanthemum  Inodorum  (Bridal  Robe) — An  improve- 
ment on  the  Plenissimum. 

Chrysanthemum  Maximum — The  old  favorite  daisy  and 
does  exceptionally  well  in  Montana. 

Maximum  King  Edward  VII. — A splendid  daisy  of  latter- 
year  introduction — beautiful  cut  blooms,  two  to  two  and 
a half  feet  high. 

Maximum  Triumph — Another  fine  variety,  the  cut  blooms 
last  a long  time. 

Shasty  Daisy,  “Alaska” — (Burbank’s  Improved).  Some- 


thing new  in  Shastas. 

Each 15c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c 

Collection  of  six 75c 

Collection  of  six,  (Postpaid) 90c 


Bascom,  Mont.,  Sept.  21,  1913. 

State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena,  Mont. 

Dear  Sirs:  This  is  to  let  you  know  that  I was  well 

pleased  with  the  seeds  I bought  of  you  this  spring, 
1913.  The  New  Northwest  musk  melons  were  ripe  the 
middle  of  August,  and  were  a bumper  crop.  The  garden 
peas  flooded  us  with  peas,  so  I was  ashamed  to  look  a 
pea  in  the  face.  Cucumbers,  a little  million;  beets,  ex- 
cellent, both  stock  and  table  fine;  sweet  corn,  all  kinds 
did  well;  lettuce  did  well.  We  had  a fierce  hail  that 
fixed  the  beans  and  cabbage  and  cauliflower.  Onion 
seed  and  sets  did  excellent;  parsnips  and  parsley  did 
excellent;  pumpkins  killed  by  hail;  radishes  and  salsify 
excellent;  rhubarb  seed  grew  nicely;  spinach  and  ruta- 
bagas excellent.  All  the  above  were  grown  on  heavy 
soil.  I would  have  entered  my  musk  melons  at  the 
State  Fair,  but  some  friend  of  mine  who  also  had  an 
eye  to  beauty  purloined  the  prize  winners  one  day  while 
I was  away,  as  the  road  runs  through  my  ranch. 
When  you  get  your  seed  oats  for  1914  send  me  a 
sample. 


COREOPSIS. 

Lanceolata  Grandiflora — Golden  Yellow  flowers  of  graceful 
habit,  valuable  for  cutting. 

Each 15c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c  and  30c 


Very  truly  yours, 


Valley  Ranch. 


H.  A.  LONGSTAFP. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


HARDY  PERENNIALS— (Continued) 


31 


DELPHINIUM  (Larkspur). 


Delphinium — (Larkspur). 

Amos  Perry — Semi-double  flowers  of  rich  rosy  mauve. 
Amyas  Leigh — Rich  sky  blue,  inner  petals  rosy  plum,  white 
center,  in  large,  loosely  arranged  spikes. 

Bella  Donna — Turquoise  blue. 

Cashmerianum — Exquisite  celestian  blue,  blossoms  in 
corymbs  of  6 inches  or  more. 

Duke  of  Connaught — A beautiful  Harvard  blue. 

Formosum — The  old  popular  dark  blue. 

Madam  Violet  Geslin — Semi-double,  of  a clear  blue  with 


lavender  center. 

Each 15c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c 

The  set  of  7 _■ $1.00 

The  set  of  7,  (Postpaid'' $1.25 


DIELYTRA. 


Bleeding  Heart. 


Spectabilis  (Bleeding  Heart) — A very  old  favorite  and  in- 
creasingly planted.  Can  be  planted  in  almost  any  part 
of  the  garden  and  stands  out  prominently.  Especially 
serviceable  for  planting  in  the  shade. 

Each 15c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 25c  and  40c 


DIANTHUS. 

Sweet  William. 

One  of  the  most  popular  of  outdoor  bedding  plants 
throwing  strong  stems  of  brilliantly  colored  blossoms. 
During  the  period  of  their  blooming  the  foliage  is  com- 
pletely hidden  by  masses  of  attractive  blossoms. 

Barbatus  Latifolius  Astracoccineus — (Ever  blooming  Hy- 
brid Sweet  William).  A beautiful  summer  bedding  va- 
riety, producing  masses  of  brilliant,  fiery  crimson 
flowers  throughout  the  entire  season. 

Holborn  Glory — This  is  a large  flowered  selection  of  the 
auricula-eyed  section,  the  most  beautiful  and  admired  of 
all  Sweet  Williams. 


The  standard  varieties  are  old  time  favorites  in  colors 
of  Scarlet,  Crimson,  Violet,  Red  and  White. 


Each .....15c 

Dozen $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c 

Dozen,  (Postpaid) $1.75 


DIGITALIS— (Foxglove). 


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Digitalis. 

While  in  bloom  these  dignified  and  stately  stalks,  with 
their  luxuriant  foliage,  seem  to  dominate  the  whole  garden 
Gloxinaeflora — A beautiful  strain  of  finely-spotted  varie- 
ties in  colors  of  white,  purple,  rose  and  lilac. 
Grandiflora — Showy  flowers  of  pale  yellow,  veined  brown. 
Maculata  Superba — An  extra  choice  strain  of  beautiful 
spotted  varieties. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid)...* 20c;  doz.  $1.75. 


DORONICUM  (Leopard’s  Bane). 

Splendid  for  cut  flowers,  having  a good  long  stem,  and 
will  last  a long  time  in  water;  will  thrive  almost  any- 
where. 

Excelsum — Pretty  orange  yellow. 

Each 15c  and  25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c  and  '35c 


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HARDY  PERENNIALS— (Continued). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


ECHINOPS— (Globe  Thistle). 

Globular  heads  of  flowers  of  a showy  thistle-like  type; 
can  be  dried  and  will  remain  attractive  for  a long  time. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50' 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 


FOXGLOVE— (See  Digitalis). 


GAILLARDIA— (Blanket  Flower). 

One  of  the  most  beautiful  of  perennial  plants  and  the 
most  popular  for  cutting.  The  center  of  the  blossom  is  a 
dark  red-brown  with  beautiful  markings  of  brilliant  crim- 
son, orange  and  vermillion,  and  occasionally  a combination 
of  all  in  the  one  flower. 


Gaillardia. 

1 1 j]  ? 5i 

Grandiflora — A refined  and  attractive  flower  of  a beautiful 
yellow  and  orange  color;  sometimes  marked  with  a 
maroon  shade. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 


GEUM. 

Beautiful  hardy  perennial  bearing  profusely  large  showy 
flowers  all  through  the  summer;  an  elegant  flower  for 
bouquets. 

Atrosanguineum — Dark  crimson. 

Each 20c;  doz.  $1.75 

Each,  (Postpaid) 25c;  doz.  $2.50 


GOLDEN  GLOW— (See  Rudbeckia). 


GYPSOPHILA— (Baby’s  Breath). 

The  Gypsophilas  with  their  attractively  arranged 
masses  of  minute  flowers  should  be  in  every  garden.  The 
new  variety,  Paniculata  F.  P.,  if  cut  and  dried,  will  retain 
its  beauty  for  months,  providing  decorative  material  of 
the  very  best. 

Paniculata — The  popular  old-time  Gypsophila,  much  ad- 
mired for  its  feathery  appearance. 


Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Extra  large  roots 25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 

Extra  large  roots,  (Postpaid) 35c 


Single  Gypsophila  in  Our  Nursery. 

Paniculata,  F.  P. — The  old  single  has  always  been  a favor- 
ite, but  add  to  this  the  dainty  rosette  flowers  of  the 
double  and  an  idea  of  this  exquisite  border  plant  can  be 
formed. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 30c;  doz.  $2.75 


HELENIUM. 

The  ideal  border  plant,  succeeding  in  almost  any  soil 
and  giving  an  enormous  crop  of  flowers  late  in  the  season. 
Autumnale — Five  feet  high,  bearing  numberless  small  yel- 
low flowers,  the  whole  forming  a sturdy  bush-like  plant. 
Riverton  Gem — Three  feet  high— a new  variety  with  large 
old  gold  flowers. 

Riverton  Beauty — Striking  colored  blooms,  lemon  yellow 


and  purplish  black. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 

Collection  of  3 varieties 40c 

Collection  of  3 varieties,  (Postpaid) 50c 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


HARDY  PERENNIALS— (Continued) 


33 


Lily  of  the  Valley. 


LILIES  HARDY. 


Iris. 


Lily  of  the  Valley — Roots  (or  pips)  of  this  great  favorite. 

Each 5c;  doz.  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 10c;  doz.  60c 


Hollyhocks  in  Our  Nursery. 

Hollyhocks. 

The  Hollyhocks  are  an  indispensable  border  plant  be- 
cause of  their  peculiar  character  of  breaking  up  any  set 
effect  and  giving  an  air  of  stateliness  to  the  lawn.  As 
hedge  plants  they  give  an  admirable  effect  with  their  long 
lowering  spikes  of  beautiful  flowers.  Colors,  double  white, 
pink,  salmon,  yellow,  black,  red  and  maroon.  A valuable 
addition  to  any  lawn  and  well  worth  the  trying. 

Each 25c;  doz.  $2.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 30c;  doz.  $2.75 


IBERIS — (Hardy  Candytuft). 
Sempervirens — White,  dwarf  habit. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 


IRIS— (Flags). 


LARKSPUR— (See  Delphinium). 


LATHYRUS— (Everlasting  Pea). 


Latifolius — Red;  climbing  habit  and  is  a charming  plant  in 
the  garden. 

Latifolius  Albus — White. 

Each,  either  variety 15c 

Each,  either  variety,  (Postpaid) 20c 


LAVENDER. 

he  old  fashioned  variety. 

Each 15c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c 


Rediviva — Our  State  Flower. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 


HELIOPSIS. 

Pitcheriana  (Orange  Sun  Flower) — Four  feet  high.  Blos- 
soms useful  for  cut  flower  purposes. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 


HEMEROCALLAS— (Lemon  or  Day  Lily). 

(See  Lilies,  Hardy) . 


HOLLYHOCKS. 


There  are  very  few  hardy  plants  which  present  such  a 
variety  of  colors  and  beauty  of  flowers  as  do  the  Iris.  Are 
most  suitable  for  border  plants  or  massing,  the  flowers 
standing  well  above  the  thick  set  foliage. 

Celeste — Lavender  blue. 

Florentina  Alba — White. 

Honorabilis — Red  and  yellow. 

Queen  of  May — A lovely  soft  rose  lilac. 

Mme.  Chereau — Pure  white  edged  with  light  blue. 

Mrs.  Darwin-^-White  and  violet. 

Bridesmaid — White  faintly  stained  pale  lavender. 

Canary  Bird — Rich  canary  yellow. 

Sampson — Golden  yellow. 

Pallida  Dalmatica — Lavender  shaded  blue. 

Each 15c  and  25c;  doz.  $1.50  and  $2.50 

Each,  (Postpaid)  „..25c  and  30c;  doz.  $1.75  and  $2.85  . 


S.  N.  Co.’s  “Peerless”  Collection  of  Iris,  No.  1 — This  collec- 
tion of  12  varieties  are  the  very  finest  of  their  particular 
type  and  color.  Includes  the  following — Queen  Emma, 
Purple  Queen,  Flyrica,  Mauve  Queen,  Plicata  Chlorus, 
Benacensis,  Emma,  Whitmanana,  Hamlet,  Jennie  Lund, 
Folida,  Odarapissima. 

S.  N.  Co.’s  “Peerless”  Collection  of  Iris  No.  2 — The  same  in 
quality  as  No.  1,  includes  Argus  Rochii,  Kamuouesis, 
Horace  Darwin,  Mme.  Trufford,  Mme.  Gayselle,  Yan  Old- 
enbornessold,  Benacensis,  Folad  Tupse,  Ferer  Morell, 
Khorput,  Sampson,  Canary  Bird. 


Either  collection,  (Postpaid).... $1.75 

2 collections $3.00 


34 


HARDY  PERENNIALS— (Continued). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


HEMEROCALLIS. 


Hemerocallis. 

Hem  o roc  all  as — (Lemon  or  Day  Lily).  Hardy  bearing 
yellow  flowers  of  delicious  fragrance.  Winters  in  the 
ground. 

Each 2'5c  and  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 35c  and  60c 

Tiger  Lily — Very  large  flowers,  orange  and  black. 

Candidum  (Madonna  Lily) — Large  white  flowers,  (very 
fragrant). 

Bulbs,  each..... 15c  and  20c;  doz.  $1.50 

Bulbs,  each,  (Postpaid) 20c  and  25c;  doz.  $1.65 

LOBELIA. 

An  addition  to  our  list  of  border  plants.  They  thrive 

in  almost  any  garden  soil,  but  prefer  a moist  deep  loam. 

Cardinalis  (Cardinal  Flowers)— Rich,  fiery  cardinal  flowers 
in  spikes  from  12  to  24  inches. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 

LYCHNIS— (Ragged  Robin). 

Chalcedonica — Tall,  heavy,  brilliant  scarlet  flowers. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 

LYTHRUM— (Rose  Loose-Strife). 

Roseum — Three  feet  high,  heavy,  large  spikes  of  rosy 
flowers. 

Virgatum — Grows  two  to  three  feet  high,  erect  stems  and 
bright  rosy  purple  flowers. 

Each : 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 

The  Lythrum  Virgatum  is  one  of  our  new  introductions. 

Something  unusual  and  well  worth  trying. 

MONTANA  DAISY — (See  Chrysanthemum  Maximum). 


A SATISFIED  CUSTOMER  FROM 
MEADERVILLE,  MONT. 

State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena. 

Sirs:  Received  your  plants  O.  K.,  and  am  very 

pleased. 

Yours  truly, 

CHAS.  CONSONI. 


Our  Introductory 
Collection  of 

Hardy  Perennials 


Many  people  are  not  acquainted  with  all  the  peren- 
nials and  we  are  prepared,  for  those  who  would  like 
to  try  the  various  sorts,  to  make  up  three  collections  of 
perennials  of  our  own  selection.  These  collections  will 
include  first  class  plants  in  varieties  that  will  follow 
each  other  in  bloom,  so  that  you  will  have  flowers  in 
your  garden  from  the  first  till  the  last  of  the  season. 

THIS  IS  A UNIQUE  OFFER  AND  AS  THE 
PRICE  AND  QUALITY  ARE  BOTH  RIGHT, 
WE  ANTICIPATE  MANY  OF  OUR 
FRIENDS  PUTTING  THEMSELVES  IN 
OUR  HANDS  FOR  SELECTING  THEIR 
PERENNIALS  THIS  SEASON.  WE  KNOW 
THE  STATE  AND  WE  KNOW  THE  PE- 
RENNIALS! 

Collection  No.  1 

The  Peerless  Collection 

(One  of  Each  of  the  Following). 

ANCHUSA,  AQUILEGIA,  CAMPANULA, 
CHRYSANTHEMUM  MAXIMUM,  DELPHINIUM, 
GAILLARDIA,  PHLOX,  GYPSOPHLIA,  ORIENTAL 
POPPY,  PYRETHRUM,  HYBRIDUM,  IRIS 
GERMANICA,  LYCHNIS. 

COLLECTION $1.50 

POSTPAID $1.75 

Collection  No.  2 

Montana  Prize  Collection 

ACHILLEA,  BLEEDING  HEART,  GEUM, 
COREOPSIS  LANCEOLATA,  SHASTA  DAISY, 
SWEET  WILLIAM,  HELIOPSIS  PITCHERIANA, 
HOLLYHOCK,  LYTHRUM  ROSEUM,  PHLOX, 
DELPHINIUM,  POPPY. 

COLLECTION $1.50 

POSTPAID $1.75 


Collection  No.  3 

Rocky  Mountain  Collection 

AQUILEGIA,  SHASTA  DAISY,  DELPHINIUM, 
GYPSOPHILA,  HOLLYHOCK,  PHLOX,  POPPY, 
PYRETHRUM. 

COLLECTION $1.00 

PREPAID $1.25 

Any  2 Collections  (Express  Collect) $2.50 

The  3 Collections  (Express  Collect).... $3.50 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


HARDY  PERENNIALS— (Continued) 


35 


PENTSTEMON. 


A most  useful  and  showy  perennial,  either  for  mass 
planting,  the  rockery  or  border  work.  In  some  respects 
they  rival  Phlox,  Petunias,  etc.,  especially  for  bedding 
purposes. 

Barbatus  Torryeii— Scarlet  spikes,  height  3 feet. 
Digitalis — Purple  and  white. 

Sensation — A beautiful  strain,  bearing  spikes  of  large 
gloxinia  like  flowers  in  a large  variety  of  colors,  includ- 
ing rose,  cherry,  crimson,  purple  and  lilac. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 


PHLOX,  HARDY. 

Among  the  whole  list  of  perennials  there  is  no  plant 
of  more  importance  than  the  Phlox,  succeeding  in  almost 
any  soil  and  requiring  the  least  amount  of  attention.  Have 
you  ever  tried  a border  of  Phlox?  For  example,  form  the 
outer  border  with  purple,  with  occasional  bunches  of 
white,  and  massing  the  inner  border  with  bunches  of  the 
different  shades.  This  will  give  you  a “pride  spot”  of 
the  garden. 

Aglae  Adanson — Snow  white,  red  eye.  Very  large. 

F.  G.  Von  Lassburg — The  purest  and  largest  white  known. 
Geo.  A.  Strohlein — Bright  scarlet  with  crimson  red  eye. 
Louis  Blanc — Reddish-violet  with  purple  shadings  and 
darker  eye.  One  of  the  best  dark  varieties. 

Edmund  Rostand— Reddish  violet,  shading  brighter  toward 
the  center  of  petals. 

Mme.  Paul  Dutrie — Delicate  lilac-rose,  immense  flowers. 
Prosper  Henry — White  with  bright  red  center;  dwarf 
growth. 

Siebold — Bright  scarlet  and  one  of  the  very  best  of  its 
class. 

Vesuvius— Red  with  bright  purple  eye.  Quite  showy. 

Von  Hochberg — The  finest  crimson. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 

NEW  VARIETIES. 

Elizabeth  Campbell — Very  bright  salmon  pink  with  dark 
red  eye. 

Europa — A white  variety  with  a decided  crimson  carmine 
eye.  The  individual  trusses  are  very  large. 

Bridesmaid — Pure  white  with  large  crimson  carmine  eye. 
Henry  Murger — White  with  crimson  carmine  center. 
Goliath — A perfect  giant  in  height;  massive  panicles  of 
rich  crimson-carmine  with  deeper  eye. 

Pantheon — Bright  carmine  rose. 

R.  P.  Struthers — Bright  rosy  carmine,  with  claret  red  eye. 
De  Miribel— White  suffused  with  rosy  scarlet;  crimson  eye. 

Each 20c;  doz.  $2.00 

Each,  (Postpaid)  25c;  doz.  $2.25 


Hardy  Phlox. 


PLATYCODON. 

The  Platycodons  are  of  the  same  family  as  the  Campan- 
ulas, of  upright  habit  and  covered  with  a profusion  of 
blossoms.  Do  best  if  planted  in  a rich  soil;  should  be  cov- 
ered in  winter. 

Grandiflorum — Deep  blue  cupped,  star  shaped  flowers. 
Album — Pure  white  in  the  same  form  as  the  Grandiflorum. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 


Ovando,  Mont.,  January  10,  1912. 

State  Nursery  Co. 

Dear  Sirs:  The  wheat  I got  from  you  was  the  best 

in  the  valley,  it  yielded  35  bushels  to  the  acre,  dry  land. 
Yours  truly, 

MRS.  GEO.  BUERMAN. 


PHYSOSTEGIA — (Virginia  Heather). 

A beautiful  flowering  perennial 
forming  bushes  3 feet  high  with 
spikes  of  delicate  pink  flowers. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Postpaid 20c;  doz.  $1.75 


PINKS,  HARDY  GARDEN. 

Abbotsford — Deeply  fringed  flowers 
of  a most  delicate  shade. 

Carminia — Bright  rose  carmine  flow- 
ers. 

Elsie — Bright  rose,  maroon  center. 

Excelsior — Light  rose  pink,  shaded 
darker. 

Her  Majesty — Large  flowers  of  pur- 
est white. 

Mrs.  Sinkens — Highly  interesting  in 
white. 

Red  Clove — Bright  red  flowers  and 


very  fragrant. 

Each 15c 

Dozen $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid)... 20c 

Dozen,  (Postpaid) $1.75 


Hardy  Garden  Pinks. 


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HARDY  PERENNIALS — (Continued) . 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


A Cluster  of  Pyrethrum  in  Our  Nursery. 

Too  much  cannot  be  said  about  this  superb  perennial, 
which  will  thrive  under  almost  any  conditions.  Splendid 
for  cutting,  lasting  a week  in  good  condition. 

Hybridum,  Mixed  (Single) — In  the  choicest  shades  of  red 
and  pink.  June  flowering. 

Uliginosum — Grows  4 to  5 feet  high,  covered  with  large 
Marguerite-like  flowers.  The  individual  flowers  are 
often  4 to  5 inches  across  and  borne  on  a good  stiff  stem. 

Each 15c  and  25c;  doz.  $1.50  and  $2.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c,  30c;  doz.  $1.75  and  $2.85 


SHASTA  DAISY — (See  Chrysanthemum  Maximum). 


STOKESI A— (Cornflower  Aster). 

Cyanea — Lavender-blue  Cornflower-like  blossoms  borne  on 
long  stiff  stems.  Does  well  in  a sunny  position  and  is 
adapted  for  both  border  or  massing. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 


SWEET  ROCKET— (Hesperis). 

Fine  for  borders,  producing  strong  spikes  of  showy 
white,  lilac  and  purple  fragrant  flowers. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 


Oriental  Poppies  in  Our  Nursery. 


SWEET  WILLIAM— (See  Dianthus). 


Poppies  still  retain  their  popularity  and  we  sell  more  of 
them  every  season. 

Iceland — White,  yellow  and  orange  flowers. 

Oriental— The  largest  of  the  red  poppies. 

Oriental  Hybrids — Various  colored  poppies  of  great  size. 


Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  any  variety,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.- $1.75 


PYRETHRUM. 


TROLLIUS  (or  Globe  Flower). 


Each 35c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 50c 


VINCA  (or  Periwinkle). 

Minor — Also  known  as  Trailing  Myrtle.  This  pretty  ever- 
green is  extensively  used  for  covering  graves,  producing 
in  the  spring  an  abundance  of  blue  flowers. 

Each 25c  and  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 35c  and  65c 


YUCCA. 

Filamentosa — Used  for  large  vases,  centers  of  lawns  or 
any  other  place  where  its  beautiful  broad  sword-like 
foliage  and  large  spikes  of  fragrant  blossoms  can  be 
shown  to  advantage.  Extra  large  plants  established  in 
beds  in  order  that  they  may  blossom  the  first  year  after 


planting. 

Each  $1.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) $1.25 


POPPY. 


RUDRECKIA. 

Golden  Glow — This  never  seems  to  lose  its  popularity — it 
is  very  showy  and  easily  managed. 

Rudbekia  Purpurea — Not  as  well  known  as  the  Golden 
Glow,  but  one  or  more  should  be  grown  as  a contrast. 

Each 15c,  25c  and  50c 

Each,  either  variety,  (Postpaid) 20c,  30c  and  65c 


SAPONARIA. 

Caucasica — Beautifully  formed  flowers,  white,  tinted  rose 
color. 

Each 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.75 


Hardy  Perennials  suitable 
for  shady  positions. 

There  are  but  few  perennials  that  will  thrive 
in  a shady  position. 

While  the  sorts  listed  below  are  suited  for  this 
purpose,  they  will  do  equally  as  well  in  a sunny 
position. 

DIELYTRA — (Bleeding  Heart). 

HEMEROCALLIS — (Day  Lily). 

TROLLIUS— (Globe  Flower). 

VINCA — (Periwinkle  or  Trailing  Myrtle). 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


HARDY  PERENNIALS— (Continued) 


37 


PEONIES. 

Peonies  have  been  called  the  “Queen  of  Spring  Flowers,” 
and  if  seen  massed  in  beds  they  fully  bear  out  the  name. 
Their  brilliant  hues  and  beautiful  shapes  make  them  an 
essential  item  in  the  perennial  border. 

Lady  Leonora  Bramwell — A beautiful  silvery  rose. 
Triumph  du  Nord — Pink,  shaded  violet. 

Officinalis  Rubra — The  old  fashioned  crimson  Peony,  rich 
in  color  and  very  early. 

Felix  Crousse — Brilliant  red  and  large — late  mid-season. 
Chinese  Rubra — A pleasing  red — very  popular. 

Louis  Renault — Double  pink. 

Isabelle  Karletzhy — A charming  rose — large  and  full. 
Princess  Mathilde — Clear  pink. 

Sydonic — An  early  pale  rose. 

Imbricata  Alba — A favorite  white. 

Festive  Maxima — Creamy  white  with  carmine  center. 

Rosea  Grandiflora — Bright  rose,  fragrant,  free  bloomer  and 
of  strong  growth. 

Raron  Rothschild — Deep  rose,  mid-season.  Long  stem, 
free  bloomer. 

Humei — An  exquisitely  fragrant  Peony  of  deep  rose — large 
bloom. 

Daubenton — Purplish  lilac-rose. 

L’Esperance — Deep  rose  with  white  crinkled  tips — early. 
Achille  Grandiflora — Delicate  rose  with  flesh-pink  center. 

Each 50c,  75c  and  $1.00 

Each,  (Postpaid)  60c:  90c,  $1.25 

Larger  specimens  at. $2.00  and  $3.00 


A PERSONAL  INVITATION  TO  YOU 


Our  customers  are  our  friends  and  we  wish  that  all  our  friends  could  visit  our  Green 
Houses  and  Nursery  Grounds.  When  in  the  Capital  City,  look  for  the  car  marked 
NURSERY. 

The  photograph  above  is  a portion  of  the  main  entrance,  and  if  seen  during  the  bloom- 
ing season  is  alone  well  worth  the  trip.  The  entire  plant  is  free  to  inspection. 

The  Green  Houses  are  always  “in  order”  and  hundreds  remark  on  the  cleanliness  of  our 
plant.  We  want  you  to  see  and  be  interested  in  what  we  are  doing  for  the  furtherance  of 
Montana  grown  stock.  We  trust  that  YOU  will  consider  this  a personal  invitation. 

STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


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HARDY  SHRUBS  AND  VINES. 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Hardy  Shrubs  and  Vines 


To  win  and  hold  the  confidence  of  our  customers  has  been  our  aim  for  years,  our  tremendous  business 
success  has  been  due  to  satisfied  patrons,  its  future  depends  upon  your  approval.  We  aim  to  give  every  order,  no 
matter  how  small  or  how  large,  prompt  and  careful  attention.  Our  25  years  of  experience  in  Montana  is  at  your 
pleasure  and  in  no  business  is  experience  of  more  value  than  in  ours. 

If  you  are  the  customer  looking  for  quality  in  shrubs  or  vines,  we  want  your  trade.  We  make  this  depart- 
ment a specialty,  and  you  can  be  positive  that  whatever  is  procured  from  us  is  of  the  best  in  every  respect. 
Our  facilities  for  growing  shrubs  or  vines  is  all  that  could  be  desired;  soil  and  location  makes  our  stock  look  the 
very  picture  of  health  and  hardiness.  WE  grow  Montana  shrubs  for  Montana  people.  This  class  fills  rather  a unique 
place  in  the  planting  of  a lawn,  in  that  it  comes  between  the  smaller  perennials  and  the  shade  trees.  Their  low 
shrubby  growth  and  hardiness  places  them  in  a special  place  in  landscape  work.  Unlimited  variety  of  size  and  color 
makes  them  extremely  useful  in  any  combination  desired.  In  almost  all  the  varieties  we  have  fine  specimens  at  a 
little  higher  price,  and  if  you  are  looking  for  something  extraordinarily  fine,  place  your  order  with  us. 


BERBERIS — (Barberry). 


Barberry. 

Thunbergii  or  Japanese — This  grows  in  the  form  of  a dense 
bush,  bearing  yellow  flowers  and  then  scarlet  berries. 
In  Autumn,  the  foliage  assumes  a gorgeous  coloring  of 
gold  and  scarlet.  In  quantity,  the  variety  forms  an  im- 
penetrable hedge  and  is  exceptionally  valuable  for  this 
purpose. 

Common — The  well  known  variety  with  yellow  flowers  and 
red  berries.  The  latter  are  largely  used  for  jelly. 

Each,  either  variety 50c  and  $1.00 

Postpaid 60c  and  $1.15 


CHINESE  MATRIMONY  VINE. 

This  is  a medium  sized  creeper  or  trailer,  with  foliage 
of  a light  grayish  green.  For  about  four  months  these 
masses  of  foliage  variegate  from  colors  of  pink  to  purple. 
In  the  fall  its  branches  are  covered  with  bright  fruits. 

• Each 25c  and  50c 

Postpaid 35c  and  65c 


CLEMATIS. 

One  of  the  most  popular  of  all  trailing  shrubs  used  for 
covering  house  fronts  or  drooping  over  retaining  walls. 
When  in  bloom  the  dense  sheets  of  blossoms,  with  their 
most  pleasing  fragrance,  gives  a beauty  indescribable. 
Their  variety  of  size,  coupled  with  a wealth  of  bloom,  puts 
them  in  a unique  position. 

Native — We  have  propagated  this  beautiful  vine  in  great 
quantity,  believing  that  when  it  is  better  known  it  will 
be  grown  wherever  a vine  is  needed.  It  ranks  with  the 
Virginia  Creeper  in  worth  and  bears  magnificent  foliage 
-and  masses  of  sweet  scented  flowers. 

Each,  good,  strong  roots,  50c;  Postpaid  60c 


Native  Clematis. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


HARDY  SHRUBS  AND  VINES— (Continued) 


39 


Paniculata — White;  grows  anywhere  with  rapidity  and 
profuse  blooming;  flowers  very  fragrant. 

Each,  field  grown,  50c;  Postpaid 60c 

Henryi — White,  blossoming  in  summer  and  early  fall. 
Jackmani — Purple.  This  is  the  best  of  the  large  flowering 
varieties,  being  very  hardy  and  prolific. 


Madame  Edouard  Andre — Red. 

Each,  pot  grown  plants , $1.00 

Each,  field  grown  plants 50c 

Each,  field  grown  plants,  (Postpaid) 65c 


CORNUS— (Dogwood). 

Our  Native  Dogwood  is  a very  ornamental  shrub  and  in 
rows  it  is  an  effective  windbreak.  White  flowers  followed 
by  white  berries. 


Each : 50  c 

Postpaid 65c 


ELDERBERRY — (See  Sambucus). 


Our  Hops. 


HOP  ROOTS. 

For  quickness  in  cov- 
ering residences,  fences 
arbors,  etc.,  the  Hop 
Root  leads.  Last  year 
our  sale  was  far  in  ex- 
cess of  any  year.  The 
peculiar  shade  of  its 
foliage,  extreme  hardi- 
ness and  quick  growth 
makes  it  a very  desir- 
able vine.  We  grow 
these  by  the  thousand 
to  meet  an  ever  in- 
creasing demand. 

Each 20c;  doz.  $2.00 

Postpaid-30c;  doz.  $2.25 


FLOWERING  CRAB. 

Medium  sized  tree,  perfectly  hardy,  producing  an  abun- 
dance of  delicate  pink  blossoms  of  great  fragrance. 


Each 75c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 90c 


HONEYSUCKLES. 

The  Honeysuckles  have  always  been  treasured  and  we 
have  both  the  climbing  and  the  less  well-known  bush 
varieties. 

Halleana — (Monthly).  The  old-time  sort  of  climbing  habit 
with  white  and  yellow  flowers  of  delicious  scent. 
Coccinea — The  red  climbing  variety. 


Each,  either  variety 50c  and  75c 

Postpaid  65c  and  90c 


HYDRANGEA. 

Hydrangeas  are  undoubtedly  one  of  the  best  known  and 
most  popular  flowering  shrub  grown.  The  flowers,  which 
come  in  thick  masses,  have  a peculiarity  all  of  their  own. 
Hydrangea  Arborescens — (See  also  Plant  Department). 
This  is  a hardy  shrub,  but  needs  a covering  of  straw 
in  winter. 

Paniculata  Grandiflora — A profuse  bloomer,  and  very  pop- 
ular. The  flowers  are  borne  in  pyramidal  panicles, 
which  when  they  first  open  are  white,  but  make  a grad- 
ual and  interesting  change  to  a rose  color. 


Each,  either  variety 50c 

Postpaid 65c 


Lilacs 

These  shrubs  have  been  planted  for  generations,  but  are 
as  great  a favorite  today  as  ever.  Our  stock  of  Lilacs  in 
all  phases  is  complete  and  without  rival  in  the  northwest. 
The  shrubs  never  looked  better  and  the  prices,  compared, 
with  the  quality  and  size  of  the  trees,  are  unequalled.  Our 
selection  includes  all  the  standard  varieties  and  the  more 
recent  introductions.  The  graceful,  strong  and  hardy 
Lilacs  sent  out  by  us  cannot  be  beaten.  Our  Lilacs  are 
Montana  grown  and  adapted  to  the  Northwest  climate. 

BUSH  LILACS. 

Purple — One  of  the  most  popular  and  extensively  planted. 
White — Flowers  are  a fragrant,  beautiful  white,  forming 
a splendid  combination  when  planted  with  the  purple. 

Each,  either  variety 25c,  50c,  75c  and  $1.00 

Madame  Lemoine — Magnificent  panicles  of  large  double 
white  blooms. 

Each $1.00 

Persian — The  preceding  picture  will  give  you  a good  idea 
of  this  Lilac.  The  blooms  ^re  a pretty  lilac  shade. 

Each 50c,  $1.00  and  $2.00 


Russian  Honeysuckle. 

Russian,  Bush  or  Tartarian — One  of  the  best  shrubs.  Many 
people  think  it  is  a vine,  but  it  is  a distinct  shrub  as 
much  as  a Lilac  is.  If  you  have  not  seen  this,  we  strongly 
recommend  it  to  you.  For  planting  against  a wall  or 
anything  to  be  hidden,  it  is  unsurpassed.  For  hedges  it 
is  also  of  great  service.  During  the  Spring  months  it  is 
entirely  covered  with  white  and  pink  blossoms.  It  rivals 
the  Lilac  in  beauty  and  excels  it  in  hardiness. 

Each 25c,  50c  and  $1.00 

Large  specimens $2.00 


A Hedge  of  Lilacs. 


40 


HARDY  SHRUBS  AND  VINES— (Continued) . 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Japan — A distinct  varie- 
ty, both  in  bloom  and 
growth;  creamy  white 
flowers,  late  in  season. 

Each,  $1  and  $2.00 

Charles  X. — Another  im- 
proved Lilac  with  red- 
dish purple  flowers. 
(We  have  this  and  Ma- 
dame Lemoine  in  the 
tree  shape  also.' 

Each $1.00 

Marie  Legraye — Creamy 
white  flowers  of  great 
size  and  beauty. 

Each $1.00 


Double  Varieties. 

Alphonse  Lavalee — Blue,  shading  to  violet.  Large  panicles. 
Dr.  Troyanowsky — Mauve;  enormous  panicles. 

Lamarck — Rosy  lilac,  very  large  panicles. 

Leon  Simon — Bluish  crimson;  compact  blooms. 

Madame  Lemoine— Superb  double  white. 

Marc  Michaeli — Clear  Lilac  blue;  enormous  double  flowers. 
Michael  Buchner — Dwarf;  pale  lilac;  very  double. 

Single  Varieties. 

Charles  X. — Purplish  red. 

Colmariensis — Large  pale  blue  flowers,  fine  foliage. 
Japonica — A late  creamy  white  variety. 

Lilarosa — Silvery  pink;  a favorite. 

Souvenir  de  Ludwig  Spaeth — Dark  purplish  red;  large 
flowers. 

Viviand-morels — Light  bluish  Lilac,  white  center;  good  all 
round  variety. 

William  Robinson — Violet  mauve;  popular. 

Each $1.00;  the  fourteen,  $12.00 


TREE  LILAC.  ^ 

The  Tree  Lilac  is  one  of  the  many  improvements  that 
have  been  made  on  the  “old  purple”  and  has  permanently 
set  the  Lilac  in  the  front  rank  as  an  ornamental  shrub. 
The  Tree  Lilac  was  introduced  to  Montana  by  us  seven 
years  ago  and  has  proved  a decided  success.  We  are  ex- 
pecting a heavy  demand  this  year  and  our  supply  will  be 
the  last  word  in  Excellence. 


PHILADELPHUS. 


Philadelphus. 

Philadelphus — (Syringa  or  Mock  Orange).  A beautiful 
and  well  known  flowering  shrub;  a native  and  therefore 
quite  hardy;  very  rich  fragrance. 

Each 25c  and  50c 

Postpaid 35c  and  65c 

RIBES— (Currant). 

A most  desirable  ornamental  shrub.  They  are  easily 
grown  and  vigorous,  with  the  most  beautiful  foliage  and 
racemes  of  perfect  blossoms.  Is  a native  of  Montana. 

Each * 25c 

Each,  (Postpaid) : 35c 

SAMBUCUS— (Elderberry  ) . 

Very  useful  for  a screen  or  windbreak. 

Each /. 50c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 70c 


SIBERIAN  PEA— (Caragana). 

Notwithstanding  recent  introductions  to  this  and  similar 
shrubs,  this  favorite  holds  its  own.  It  bears  yellow,  pea- 
like blossoms  during  May  and  June. 

Each 50c 

Postpaid 70c 


SNOWBALL— (Viburnum). 

Always  a favorite,  with  its  large,  globular,  pure  white 
flowers.  Stands  out  conspicuously  in  any  landscape  work. 

Each 50c  and  $1.00 

Postpaid. 60c  and  $1.25 


SNOWBERRY. 

One  of  its  most  valuable  features  is  the  succession  of 
pure  white  berries  immediately  after  the  blooming  is 
finished. 

Each 25c  and  50c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 35c  and  60c 


Tree  Lilac. 


* 

HELENA,  MONTANA. 


HARDY  SHRUBS  AND  VINES— (Continued) 


41 


SPIREA. 

The  Spireas  are  an  adornment  to  any  garden.  The  Bridal 
Wreath  is  not  absolutely  hardy  in  all  parts  of  the  state, 
but  it  is  so  beautiful  that  we  cannot  refrain  from  listing 
it.  It  can,  however,  be  easily  protected  in  winter  by  a 
light  wrapping  of  burlap  or  paper. 

Bridal  Wreath — Bears  a profusion  of  small  white  flowers 
and  among  its  many  uses,  is  in  considerable  vogue  for 
cemeteries. 

Each,  2-year-old  bushes 50c  and  $1.00 

Postpaid 75c  and  $1.35 

Bumalda — A dwarf  variety,  about  a foot  high;  blooms  from 
June  till  October  in  clusters  of  rosy  pink  flowers. 

Each 25c  and  50c 

Postpaid 35c  and  70c 

Sorbifolia  (Ash  leaved  Spirea) — Beautiful  foliage  and 
white  flowers. 

Each 25c  and  50c 

Postpaid 35c  and  70c 


VIRGINIA  CREEPER. 

Our  sale  of  this  grand  climber  is  more  than  equal  to  the 
total  sales  of  all  the  rest.  Its  peculiar  hardiness  and 
adaptability  in  climbing  stone  or  brick  places  it  in  the 
forefront  of  all  our  vines.  For  beauty  of  foliage 
nothing  can  surpass  the  ornamental  shining  green  leaves 
of  the  Virginia  Creeper.  Helena  homes  are  our  greatest 
advertisement  for  this  vine,  and  the  hardy  growth  they 
make  in  the  above  city  proves  their  adaptability  to  Mon- 
tana. In  the  Autumn  the  whole  vine  is  covered  with 
beautifully  colored  foliage. 


Each 50c,  75c  and  $1.00 

Postpaid 60c,  85c  and  $1.25 


SOLAXUM — (German  Bittersweet). 

A fine  scrambling  vine  of  rapid  growth  and  clinging 
habit.  Foliage  is  a beautiful  dark  green.  In  the  summer 
it  is  covered  with  violet-purple  blossoms  and  bright  green 
fruits,  which  turn  to  a brilliant  scarlet.  Very  hardy. 


Each 35c 

Postpaid 4oc 


Kindly  note 

that  where 

. 

not  listed  as 
Postpaid, 
goods  are 
shipped  by 

EXPRESS, 

Collect. 

WE  DO  THIS 
BECAUSE  PLANTS 
NOT  LISTED  AS 
POSTPAID 
WE  DO  NOT 
CONSIDER  SAFE 
TO  SHIP  BY 
PARCEL  POST. 


Virginia  Creeper  on  a Helena  Home. 


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42  SHADE  AND  ORNAMENTAL  TREES . STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


A BLOCK  OF  TREES  IN  OUR  NURSERY. 


Shade  and  Ornamental 


State  Nursery  grown  trees  are  emblematic  of  the 
best  of  what  the  Northwest  can  produce  and  the 
numerous  unsolicited  testimonials  we  receive  bear  out 
that  fact.  Our  location  is  ideal,  with  soil,  that  gives 
all  our  trees  the  one  essential  requirement,  a good 
strong  fibrous  root. 

Our  trees  are  being  planted  for  parking  not  only 
by  private  persons  but  by  many  of  the  cities  through- 
out the  State. 

The  ideal  packing  is  our  specialty,  the  trees  reach- 
ing you  in  practically  the  same  condition  as  when 
they  were  dug.  All  the  trees  are  wrapped  the  full 
length  in  burlap  and  the  roots  completely  covered 
with  wet  moss. 

For  shipping  facilities  we  lead!  If  any  stock  will 
grow  in  Montana,  it  is  ours. 

We  guarantee  all  stock  true  to  name,  but  accept 
no  responsibility  other  than  replacing,  in  case  we 
make  one  of  those  errors  which  creep  into  every  busy 
season. 


It  is  always  advisable  to  ship  nursery  stock  by 
express  because  of  their  reaching  you  much  more 
quickly  than  by  freight.  It  costs  a little  more  but 
it  will  pay  you.  Large  shipments  we  are  com- 
pelled to  send  by  freight,  but  these  shipments  are 
packed  with  unusual  precaution  as  to  the  wrap- 
ping and  moistening  of  the  roots. 


American  White  Ash. 


HELENA,  MONTANA.  SHADE  AND  ORNAMENTAL  TREES— (Continued)  43 


ASH — (American  White). 

The  best  hardwood  tree  for  Montana.  The  7 to  8 foot 
tree  is  generally  planted  for  street  parkings  and  we  invite 
correspondence  from  city  authorities. 


Each,  1 to  2 ft.  high 15c;  doz.  $1.50 

Each,  3 to  4 ft.  high 30c;  doz.  $3.00 

Each,  6 to  7 ft.  high $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 

Each,  7 to  8 ft.  high $1.50;  doz.  $15.00 

1-year  seedlings,  6 to  10  in.  high,  doz.  60c;  100,  $4.00 
Specimen  Trees,  10  to  15  ft $2.  to  $5.00 


BALM  OF  GILEAD. 

Well  matured  trees;  have  the  most  exquisite  dark  and 
rich  shades  of  foliage.  This  tree  takes  root  easily  and 
seems  to  thrive  anywhere. 

Each,  4 to  5 feet 25c;  doz.  $2.50 

Each,  5 to  6 feet 50c;  doz.  $5.00 

Each,  6 to  8 feet $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 


BOX  ELDEB. 

Often  called  the  Ash  Leaved  Maple.  Requires  but  mod- 
erately rich  soil  and  of  a very  vigorous  growth.  Has  been 
so  popularly  planted  that  it  needs  no  description. 

Each,  4 to  5 ft 30c;  doz.  $3.00 

Each,  6 to  7 ft 50c;  doz.  $5.00 

Each,  7 to  8 ft 75c;  doz.,  $8.00 


BIRCH — (Cut  Leaved  Weeping). 


Cut  Leaved  Weeping  Birch. 

The  picturesque  beauty  of  its  bark  and  the  delicately 
thin  cut  foliage  make  it  very  popular.  From  the  above  it 
will  be  seen  that  the  tree  is  of  a very  graceful  form,  and 
one  we  consider  well  worth  possessing. 

Each,  4 to  5 ft $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 

Each,  6 to  7 ft $2.00;  doz.  $20.00 


ELM. 

Its  tall,  graceful  and  majestic  habit,  with  long  spreading 
branches,  make  it  a very  beautiful  tree.  We  sell  large 
numbers  of  this  tree  every  year  and  beautiful  specimens 
can  be  seen  in  nearly  every  city. 

Each,  6 to  8 ft $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 

Weeping  Elm— A picturesque  tree,  with  very  pronounced 
pendulous  branches,  of  irregular  growth.  In  numbers 
they  form  an  immense  umbrella-like  arbor. 

Each,  6 to  8 ft $1.00  and  $2.00 


Mountain  Ash. 


Horse  Chestnut. 


HORSE  CHESTNUT. 

This  distinct  va- 
riety is  one  of  the 
most  beautiful  of  our 
trees.  Its  thickly  set 
foliage,  combined 
with  the  complete 
form  it  takes,  makes 
it  well  worth  trying. 

Each  $1.00 

Dozen  $10.00 


MOUNTAIN  ASH 
(Rowanberry). 

These  are  one 
of  the  most  beauti- 
ful of  our  ornament- 
al trees.  Their  lux- 
uriant pinate  and 
beautiful  foliage 
gives  them  a very 
soft  appearance. 
European  Mountain 
Ash  — Extremely 
haruy  with  a fine 
soft  shade  of  green 
foliage.  Bears 
white  blossoms  in 
the  Spring  and  red 
berries  in  the  Fall, 
making  it  an  orna- 
mental  tree 
throughout  the 
season. 


44  SHADE  AND  ORNAMENTAL  TREES— (Continued) . STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


MAPLE. 

The'  Maples  seem  to  be  increasing  in  popularity,  partly 
owing  to  the  profusion  of  their  foliage  and  quick  upright 
growth. 

Norway  Maple — An  excellent  shade  tree,  the  foliage  in  the 
Autumn  assuming  the  most  striking  tints  of  yellow. 

Each,  5 to  6 ft 50c;  doz.  $5.00 

Each,  6 to  7 ft 75c;  doz.  $8.00 

Each,  7 to  9 ft : $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 

Silver  Leaved  Maple — Has  many  admirers.  Very  slender 
branches,  but  uniform. 

Each,  6 to  8 ft $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 

Hard  Maple — Very  graceful. 

Each,  6 to  8 ft $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 


Each,  4 to  5 ft— 

Each,  5 to  6 ft 

Each,  6 to  7 ft 

Each,  8 to  10  ft. 


25c;  doz.  $2.50 

50c;  doz.  $5.00 

75c;  doz.  $8.00 

$1.00;  doz.  $10.00 


Laurel  Leaved  Willow— Of  very  upright 
growth  with  a round  head.  The  foliage 
is  a fine  shade  of  deep,  shining  green. 

Each,  6 to  8 ft 75c 

Each,  10  to  12  ft $1.00  to  $2.00 


Russian  Willow — Extensively  used  in  the 
northern  parts  of  Montana  as  windbreaks, 
the  above  picture  depicting  the  trees  in 
this  capacity  in  our  nursery. 

Each,  3 to  4 ft 20c;  doz.  $2,00; 

hundred,  $10.00. 

Each,  5 to  6 ft 50c;  doz.  $5.00 

Each,  6 to  7 ft 75c;  doz.  $8.00 

Each,  8 to  9 ft $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 


POPLARS. 

Thriving  in  almost  any  soil,  completely  hardy  and  of 
rapid  growth,  make  the  Poplar  a very  distinct  and  desir- 
able tree.  We  have  a very  fine  grade  of  stock  this  year 
and  expect  a heavy  demand.  We  have  trees  of  the  Lom- 
bardly  variety  which  have  been  in  our  Nursery  for  30 
years,  showing  their  permanency  and  hardiness. 

Canada  Poplar — Can  be  used  as  a specimen  or  in  groups; 
a rapid  grower  and  in  great  demand. 

Each,  5 to  6.  ft 50c;  doz.  $5.00 

Each,  6 to  8 ft $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 

Each,  8 to  10  ft $1.50;  doz.  $15.00 

Specimen  Trees,  12  to  18  ft $3  to  $6 

Carolina  Poplar — Large  foliage,  profusely  borne,  of  a 
bright  and  glossy  color.  A most  desirable  tree  and  one 
of  which  we  have  a great  sale. 

Each,  5 to  6 ft 50c;  doz.  $5.00 

Each,  6 to  8 ft $1.00  ;doz.  $10.00 

Each,  8 to  10  ft $2.00;  doz.  $20.00 

Silver  Leaved  Poplar — One  of  the  very  hardiest  shade  trees 
—possibly  the  hardiest;  very  pretty. 

Each,  5 to  6 ft 50c;  doz.  $5.00 

Eahc,  6 to  7 ft 75c;  doz.  $8.00 

Each,  7 to  8 ft $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 

Lombardy  Poplar — Tts  erect,  column-like  form  and  rapid 
and  permanent  growth  make  it  an  indispensable  land- 
scape tree. 

Each,  5 to  6 ft 50c;  doz.  $5.00 

Each,  6 to  8 ft $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 

Any  lawn  is  incomplete  without  a Poplar. 


Silver  Leaved  Poplar. 


growth 


Oak  Leaved  Mountain  Ash— -A  pyramidal 
foliage  resembling  that  of  the  oak. 

Each,  either  variety,  5 to  6 ft 50c;  doz.  $5.00 

Each,  either  variety,  6 to  8 ft $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 


with 


WILLOWS. 

We  offer  these  ornamental  trees  in  both  variety  and 
quantity  of  good  size  and  form.  Of  rapid  growth  and  de- 
pendable hardiness,  they  are  fast  becoming  favorites. 

Golden  Willow— Its  peculiarly  bright  golden 
color  makes  it  a striking  contrast  in  any 
collection. 


Russian  Willows. 


One-Year-Old  Willows — Suitable  for  wind- 
breaks, 2 to  4 feet  high. 


Per  100 $5.00 

Per  1,000 $30.00 


TREE  CUTTINGS 

Two  years  ago  we  listed  tree  cuttings  for  the 
first  time  and  met  with  great  success.  These  cut- 
tings are  about  six  inches  long  and  in  bundles  of 
100.  Can  be  obtained  in  nearly  all  the  ornamental 
and  shade  tree  varieties  listed. 

Per  Hundred $1.50;  per  1,000,  $10.00 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


SHADE  AND  ORNAMENTAL  TREES— (Continued) . 


45 


Evergreens 

Very  valuable  for  mixed  planting  and  with  the  larger 
shade  trees  gives  the  unique  “forest  air”  to  the  landscape 
garden.  Their  low  shrub-like  growth  and  dainty  shades 
make  them  very  pleasing  to  the  eye. 

Arbor  Vitae  (American) — Its  beautiful  pyramidal  habit 
and  bright  healthy  green  foliage  sets  it  apart  as  an 
essential  ornamental  evergreen. 


Each 25c;  doz.  $2.50 

Postpaid 35c;  doz.  $2.85 


Spruce 

The  Spruce  is  by  far  the  most  popularly  planted,  being 
thought  by  many  the  best  of  the  evergreens.  Its  dense 
foliage  and  conical  shape  makes  it  very  valuable  for  both 
ornamentation  and  windbreaks. 

Colorado  Blue  Spruce — A rich  blue  foliage  and  very  stiff 

pointed.  Each $2,00  to  $5.00 

Douglas  Spruce — Foliage  resembles  that  of  Hemlock;  of 

graceful  habit.  Each 50c  to  $2.00 

Norway  Spruce — Very  dark  green,  well  formed  and  dense 

foliage.  Each $1.00  and  $2.00 

Write  for  special  prices  on  specimen  trees.  Our  prices 
will  be  interesting. 


Spruce. 


PLANTING  TREES 


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STATE  NURSERY C 

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Poplars  in  Our  Nursery. 


On  receiving  Trees  unpack  without  delay, 
cover  the  roots  with  earth  and  water  freely. 

The  roots  should  never  be  exposed  to  the 
air  after  wrapping  is  removed. 

All  bruised  ends  of  roots  should  be  trimmed. 

When  planting  do  not  expose  roots  by  taking 
more  than  one  tree  at  a time. 

All  Trees  should  be  planted  about  2 inches 
deeper  than  they  were  at  the  nursery.  (The 
mark  at  the  base  determines  this  depth.) 

Soil  should  be  firmly  packed  around  the 
roots.  This  is  an  essential  point. 

Complete  by  well  watering. 

GLIDE  TO  PLANTING  TREES,  ETC. 

Trees  to  the  Acre 

30  feet  apart  each  way 50 

25  feet  apart  each  way 70 

20  feet  apart  each  way 110 

18  feet  apart  each  way 135 

15  feet  apart  each  way 205 

12  feet  apart  each  way 300 

10  feet  apart  each  way 435 

8 feet  apart  each  way 680 

6 feet  apart  each  way 1210 

5 feet  apart  each  way 1745 

4 feet  apart  each  way 2725 

3 feet  apart  each  way 4840 


IP 

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FRUIT  TREES  AND  BUSHES. 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Fruit  Trees  (Q,  Bushes 

We  are  the  specialists  in  Fruit  Trees  for  the  Private  Individual. 

and  our  stock  is  grown  more  especially  for  this  class  of  trade.  Our  list  is  somewhat  limited,  because  we  offer  only 
what  we  consider  is  essentially  adapted  to  the  Montana  climate.  Montana  is  a cold  state  and  it  is  useless  as  we  have 
proved  from  our  experience — to  expect  varieties  that  do  well  in  other  milder  locations  to  stand  our  winters.  If,  how- 
ever, you  are  desirous  of  getting  something  we  do  not  list,  let  us  know,  and  we  will  supply  you,  at  the  same  time  giving 
you  our  candid  advice.  All  the  trees  listed  here  we  can  honestly  recommend  for  hardiness  and  good  value,  in  all  the 
best  of  the  standard  varieties.  Our  experience  is  offered  to  you  in  this  catalog  in  its  entirety. 

Our  Apple  Trees  at  the  prices  quoted  cannot  be  beat  as  regards  quality,  and  the  size  of  the  root  on  our  $1  grade 
is  our  great  distinguishing  feature.  Quality  counts  with  us  coupled  with  a minimum  price:  All  our  apples  from  75c 
up,  are  from  2 to  4 years  old,  but  if  you  desire  something  larger  kindly  let  us  know.  We  have  some  very  fine  speci- 
ments  at  moderate  prices. 

Our  unique  and  unusual  size  for  the  price  is  the  $1  grade.  This  grade  is  something  exceptional,  and  one  which 
will  give  entire  satisfaction. 

Remember  that  a small  number  of  good  trees  will  give  more  satisfaction  than  any  quantity  of  inferior  stock.  It 
pays  to  buy  the  best. 


Duchess. 


APPLES 

Our  Apple  Trees  are  the  very  highest  in  vigor.  Grown 

in  a medium  light  soil,  they  have  that  one  essential  thing, 

a strong  fibrous  root  growth. 

Wealthy — Does  well  wherever  grown — leading  winter 
variety  for  Montana.  Large  red  fruit. 

Duchess  of  Oldenburg — One  of  the  hardiest  and  most  pro- 
ductive of  our  large  apples.  Fruit  streaked  red.  (Fall 
variety) . 

Bismarck — Short  stocky  tree  with  thick,  healthy  foliage — 
fruit  large,  yellow,  with  red  cheek;  flesh  tender  and 
pleasantly  acid.  (Fall  variety). 

Yellow  Transparent— Earliest  and  of  splendid  quality,  and 
does  well  in  any  exposed  situation.  Fruit  light  yellow. 

Fameuse  (Snow) — A late  Fall  variety,  not  large  fruit  but 
plenty  of  it  and  the  quality  is  grand — dark  crimson  with 
snow-white  flesh. 

McIntosh  Red — We  have  this  well-known  variety  in  first 
class  stock. 

Alexander— Fall  variety— beautifully  formed  conical  fruit 
and  fairly  productive.  Origin  Russia. 

N.  W.  Greening— Origin  Wisconsin.  Fruit  a yellowish 
Green.  A Winter  variety. 

Gano — A rival  of  the  well-known  Ben  Davis.  The  tree  is 
a very  vigorous  grower.  Origin  Tennessee.  Winter 
variety. 


Ben  Davis — Too  well  known  to  need  any  description..  Yel- 
lowish green  fruit.  (Late  Winter). 

Red  Astrachan — Comes  into  bearing  very  early.  Fruit  sub- 
acid and  medium.  Origin  Russia.  (Summer  variety). 

Jonathan — A delicious  and  strictly  dessert  fruit.  Origin 
New  York.  (Winter  variety). 

Hibernal — One  of  the  hardiest,  and  will  do  splendidly  in 
exposed  places.  Origin  Russia.  (Fall  variety). 

McMahon — Fruit  a pale  yellow.  Origin  Wisconsin.  (Win- 
ter variety. 

Each,  any  variety 75c;  doz.  $7.50 

Our  special  size ; $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 


A Transparent  Apple  in  the  Fruiting  Season. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


FRUIT  TREES  AND  BUSHES— (Continued) 


47 


S.N.Co. 


CRAB  APPLES. 


PEARS 

This  fruit  does  not  do  well  in  all  parts  of  Montana,  al- 
though they  do  splendidly  in  qthers. 

Flemish  Beauty — A fine  old  variety,  large  and  juicy. 
Seckel — Small,  but  of  the  highest  flavor. 

Idaho — One  of  the  very  hardiest  and  prolific.  Fruit  very 
large  and  of  a handsome  golden  yellow  color  with  russet 
spots. 

Each $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) $1.25 


A Splendid  Sample  Branch. 


Hyslop — A very  beautiful  Crab — Large,  deep  crimson  fruit. 

Martha — Glossy  yellow  fruit,  shaded  red. 

Transcendent — Very  productive;  fruit  yellow  with  red 
cheek.  For  young  trees  of  this  variety,  see  under 
“Young  Stock”  following.  Especially  adapted  for  non- 
irrigated  places. 

Whitney — Bears  quantities  of  very  large  fruit.  Good  both 
for  eating  and  cooking.  Very  hardy. 

Tonka — Fruit  medium  size,  but  very  prolific. 

Each,  any  variety 75c;  doz.  $7.50 

Each,  our  special  size $1.00;  doz.  $10.00  - 


PLUMS 

Common  Wild  Plum — Well  known. 

Each 50c 

Compass  Cherry  Plum — This  cross  between  a cherry  and 
plum  has  proved  of  great  worth  and  we  have  a large  and 
fine  stock.  Very  hardy. 

Lombard — Medium  sized  fruit,  borne  in  great  quantity. 

Weaver — Large  purple  fruit,  very  abundant. 

De  Soto — Red,  shaded  yellow;  of  enormous  productiveness. 

Bradshaw — Very  large  dark  violet  red  fruit,  juicy  and  of 
splendid  quality. 

Each •. $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) $1.25 


Crab  Apple  Tree  in  Blossom. 


CHERRIES 


Black  Tartarian — This  finds  considerable  favor  in  many 
quarters;  we  list  it  but  it  is  not  hardy  with  us. 

Early  Richmond— A splendid  variety  in  dark  red. 

English  Morello — A blackish  red  sort,  acid  and  juicy. 

Each,  any  variety $1.00;  doz.  $10.00 

Rocky  Mountain — Grows  to  a height  of  four  feet  and  its 
load  of  white  blossoms  in  spring  is  followed  by  quanti- 
ties of  black  fruit  that  ripens  late.  A distinct  bush. 

Dychour — Similar  to  Early  Richmond,  but  earlier. 

Montmorency — One  of  the  finest  flavored  and  very  hardy. 


Each 50c;  doz.  $5.00 

Postpaid 65c;  doz.  $5.50 


Rocky  Mountain  Cherry. 


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BUSH  FRUITS. 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


BUSH  FRUITS 


Every  year  this  class  of  fruit  cultivation  seems 
to  be  growing  in  popularity.  New  varieties  coupled 
with  their  adaptability  to  the  Montana  climate  is 
giving  them  a foremost  place  in  fruit  planting. 
Our  stock  this  year  is  more  complete  than  ever 
before,  and  our  bushes  are  the  very  picture  of 
purity  and  vigor. 


BLACKBERRIES. 

To  get  best  possible  results,  plant  in  rows  six  feet  apart 
about  three  feet  in  the  row. 

Stone’s  Hardy — Vigorous  and  upright  growth.  A very  de- 
pendable variety,  and  although  its  fruit  is  a little  smaller 
than  others  of  its  class,  its  extreme  hardiness  will  al- 
ways keep  it  a favorite. 

Snyder — Very  productive  and  hardy;  fruit  sweet  and  juicy, 

ripens  early.  Each 10c;  doz.  75c 

Each,  (Postpaid) 20c;  doz.  $1.00 


CURRANTS. 

Besides  being  a desirable  fruit  bush,  it  also  forms  a very 
ornamental  bush  in  landscape  work.  Last  year  our  sales  of 
currant  bushes  was  far  in  advance  of  previous  years,  a 
significant  proof  of  their  popularity.  Our  bushes  this  year 
are  exceptionally  vigorous,  upright  and  compact. 

Red  Variety — Cherry — Very  productive,  color  a bright  red, 
in  profuse  clusters. 

North  Star — Fruit  borne  on  naked  stems,  quality  rich  and 
mild. 

Eay’s  Prolific — Fruit  average,  bright  red  color,  very  thin 
skin. 

Common  Red — Berry  medium  to  large. 

White  Variety — White  Grape — Spreading  bush  and  very 
productive,  berries  very  large. 

Black  Variety — Black  Naples — Fruit  varies  from  small  to 
large,  well  known  variety. 

Each 15c,  25c  and  50c 

Postpaid 25c,  35c,  and  65c 

Perfection — We  offered  this  three  years  ago  and  met  with  a 
great  sale.  It  is  a cross  between  Fay’s  Prolific  and 
White  Grape.  Quality  superior  to  any  yet  on  the  mar- 
ket. Rich  sub-acid  flavor  with  plenty  of  pulp  and  few 
seeds.  A valuable  addition  to  the  red  varieties. 

Each 50c;  doz.  $5.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) 75c 


DEWBERRIES. 


Each ...15c  and  25c;  doz.  $1.50  and  $2.50 

Postpaid 25c  and  35c;  doz.  $1.75  and  $2.75 


GOOSEBERRIES. 


When  planted  a good  distance 
apart  and  given  good,  shallow 
surface  cultivation,  the  Goose- 
berry does  exceptionally  well  in 
this  state,  and  should  be  more 
generally  planted.  American  va- 
rieties are  much  more  adaptable 
than  English  varieties. 

Downing — This  is  one  of  the 
most  popular  and  most  widely 
grown  of  the  plants,  producing 
Gooseberries  in  fairly  good  size. 
The  berries  are  of  a light  green 
color,  tender  skinned  and  have 
an  excellent,  mild  flavor.  The 
plant  is  strong  and  free  grow- 
ing, very  productive  and  free 
from  disease.  Valuable  for  both 
home  and  commercial  purposes. 


Columbus — Hardy  and  large,  and  we  have  grown  it  for 
years  in  unsheltered  positions. 

Each,  any  variety 25c;  doz.  $2.50 

Each,  (Postpaid) 35c;  doz.  $2.75 


RASPBERRIES. 


Herbert  Raspberry. 


We  have  the  standard  varieties,  all  good: 

Cuthbert — Red;  hardy;  main  cropper. 

King — Red;  fine  early  variety. 

Golden  Queen — A magnificent  yellow  sort. 

Gregg — Large  black. 

Each 5c  and  10c;  doz.  50c  and  $1.00 

Each.  (Postpaid) 10c  and  20c;  doz.  65c  and  $1.25 


Herbert,  2- Year-Old,  5 % Feet  High. 


Herbert  Raspberry— Is  a very  strong  grower,  hardy  and 
very  productive.  Fruit  large  to  very  large,  bright  to 
rather  deep  red,  moderately  firm,  sweet,  sub-acid,  juicy 
and  of  good  flavor.  Quality  very  good.  Season  begins  a 
few  days  before  Cuthbert.  Disease-resisting.  The  best 
canning  berry.  Produces  205  bushels  to  the  acre. 


Dozen  $1.00 

Dozen,  (Postpaid) $1.25 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


STRAWBERRIES. 


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STRAWBERRIES 


Strawberries  are  either  perfect  flowered  or  imper- 
fect. The  imperfect  a arieties  should  be  planted  in  rows 
between  those  having  perfect  flowers.  The  best  mate 
for  Sample  will  be  Wm.  Belt;  for  Haverland.  Buster,  or 
Fendall,  Senator  Dunlap. 


The  fruiting  plant  that  stands  the  severe  condi- 
tions of  Montana’s  climate  with  splendid  credit  to  it- 
self is  the  Strawberry.  For  the  space  it  occupies  in 
the  garden  it  is  hard  to  find  anything  to  equal  it  and 
our  patrons  show  a constantly  increasing  appreciation 
of  this  fact.  To  meet  demands  we  have  plants  this 
year  in  greater  quantity  and  variety  than  ever  be- 
fore. They  are  all  fine  plants,  grown  on  our  own 
grounds. 

For  years  the  Senator  Dunlap  has  stood  at  the 
head  in  this  state  as  a plant  sufficiently  hardy  to 
endure  all  climatic  vicissitudes.  Thorough  tests 
have  proven  that  the  Wm.  Belt,  Splendid,  Stevens’ 
Late  Champion  and  Chesapeake  are  exceptionally 
hardy  and  worthy  in  other  respects.  We  heartily 
recommend  them.  Their  culture  will  extend  the 
fruiting  season  very  materially. 

Senator  Dunlap,  P. — Hardy,  strong  grower,  prolific 
plant-maker,  good  bearer  of  firm  berries  that  stand 
transportation  well.  The  best  earrly,  midseason 
berry  lor  Montana  and  more  generally  planted  than 
any  other. 

Wm.  Belt,  P. — No  berry  sufficiently  hardy  to  stand 
our  high  elevations  is  equal  to  this  in  flavor.  Plants 
are  good  sized  and  productive.  A splendid  mid- 
season berry,  sure  to  please  all  who  grow  it  who 
like  fine  fruit. 

Splendid,  P. — A new  variety  in  Montana  and  a very 
fine  one.  Plants  are  hardy  and  very  productive. 
Berries  are  irregular  in  shape,  but  are  of  fine 
flavor.  A money-maker  for  those  who  grow  ber- 
ries for  market. 

Stevens’  Late  Champion,  P. — First  fruit  matures 
about  a week  later  than  Senator  Dunlap.  Plants 
are  admirably  adapted  to  Montana;  they  produce 
quantities  of  berries  of  fine  size  and  flavor. 

Chesapeake,  P. — Not  as  productive  as  the  above  va- 
rieties, but  later.  Unequalled  by  any  other  as  a 
very  late  berry.  Plants  very  large  and  perfectly 
hardy.  Fruit  stems  erect,  berries  large  and  per- 
fect in  shape. 

Early  Ozark,  P. — In  the  south  this  variety  has  made 
a record  for  itself  as  an  extra  early  variety. 

Aroma,  P. — This  is  one  of  the  leading  shipping  ber- 
ries in  the  south.  Its  demonstrated  excellence  as 
a late  berry  makes  it  worthy  of  trial. 

Good  Luck,  P. — Plants  large  and  very  hardy.  If  they 
produce  according  to  size  of  plant  they  are  all  right 

Buby,  P. — Does  very  well  in  all  parts  of  the  state. 
Most  of  our  customers  find  it  a good  yielder. 


Marshall,  P. — A standard  variety  that  has  many  friends  in  many  parts  of  the 
country.  It  does  very  nicely  in  portions  of  Montana  where  the  climatic  con- 
ditions are  not  too  severe. 

Sharpless,  P. — A very  old  favorite,  but  we  advise  planting  it  only  in  the  milder 
portions  of  the  stale,  neither  plant  nor  blossoms  being  as  hardy  as  some  of  the 
newer  varieties. 

Haverland,  I. — An  old-time  favorite.  Hardy  and  productive.  Berries  uniform  and 
bright  red. 

Buster,  I. — Plants  vigorous,  hardy  and  fairly  produc- 
tive. 


Fendall,  I. — Does  splendidly  in  some  sections  but  is 
not  adapted  to  higher  altitudes  in  Montana. 

Jucunda,  P. — A great  favorite  in  the  western  part 
of  the  state.  No  berry  grown  has  a finer  flavor. 
We  recommend  it  heartily,  but  only  for  eleva- 
tions under  4,000  feet. 

Glen  Mary,  P. — Does  real  well  in  Montana  in  the 
more  favored  localities,  where  it  produces  a good 
crop  of  fruit  on  plants  somewhat  similar  to  Sen- 
ator Dunlap. 

Bederwood.  P. — An*  early  variety  worthy  of  trial. 
Fruit  a shade  light  in  color,  distinctive  in  appear- 
ance and  of  fair  flavor. 


A Bunch  of  Typical  Plants. 


Single  Specimen. 


Any  variety,  (Postpaid).— 50.  $1.00;  100,  $1.75 
(Not  less  than  25  of  a kind  supplied). 


50  VEGETABLE  PLANTS  AND  GARDEN  ROOTS. 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


vegetable:  plants  garden  roots 


ASPARAGUS. 

We  offer  roots  of  this  vegetable  in  a tried  variety: 
Palmetto — Early  and  of  excellent  quality. 

Dozen,  1-year-old 35c;  hundred,  $2.00 

Dozen,  2-year-old 50c;  hundred,  $3.00 

Dozen,  1-year-old,  (Postpaid).. ..45c;  hundred,  $2.40 

Dozen,  2-year-old,  (Postpaid)  ....60c;  hundred,  $3.60 


CABBAGE  PLANTS. 


TOMATOES. 

Our  selection  of  Tomatoes  is  unexcelled  either  for 
quantity  or  quality.  The  growing  of  this  vegetable  plant 
seems  to  be  increasing  in  leaps  and  bounds.  If  you  do  not 
know  how  to  grow  Tomatoes,  kindly  write  us  and  we  will 
mail  you  a pamphlet. 

Dozen,  pot  grown  plants 75c 

Dozen,  pot  grown  plants,  (Postpaid) $1.00 

Dozen,  from  boxes 35c;  hundred,  $2.00 

Dozen,  from  boxes,  (Postpaid).... 40c;  hundred.  $2.20 

Pot  grown  Tomatoes  should  be  sent  by  express  when 
possible. 

In  this  Vegetable  Department,  half  dozens  will  be  sup- 
plied at  dozen  ratps  of  hnndrad  rates. 

X 


S.  N.  Co.’s  Montana  Beauty. 


SWEET  POTATOES. 

Dozen 25c;  hundred,  $1.50 

Dozen,  (Postpaid) 35c;  hundred,  $1.75 


Dutch. 

Every  year  we  make  special  efforts  to  meet  a trade  that 
increases  with  great  rapidity.  This  year  we  are  growing 
Cabbage  and  Cauliflower  Plants  by  the  hundred  thousand 
in  the  very  best  sorts. 

Early  Varieties — Ready  from  May  1st. 

Hundred 50c;  thousand,  $4.50 

Hundred,  (Postpaid) 70c 

Late  Varieties — Ready  from  May  10th. 

Hundred 50c;  thousand,  $4.50 

Hundred,  (Postpaid) 70c 

Red — For  pickling. 

Hundred 75c 

Hundred,  (Postpaid) 95c 

Savoy — 

Hundred 75c 

Hundred,  (Postpaid) ) 95c 

CAULIFLOWER. 

S.  N.  Co.’s  Peerless  Snowball — Earliest  and  best  of  all. 

Hundred 75c;  thousand,  $6.00 

Hundred,  (Postpaid) 95c 


CELERY. 

S.  N.  Co.’s  Peerless  White  Plume — For  Fall  and  Winter  use. 
S.  N.  Co.’s  Peerless  Self-Blanching — Early,  solid,  crisp; 
delicious  flavor. 

Hundred,  either  variety $1.00;  thousand,  $7.50 

Hundred,  (Postpaid) $1.25 


CUCUMBERS. 

We  have  the  splendid  White  Spine  and  Long  Green 
varieties. 

Each,  either  kind 10c;  doz.  $1.00.  From  pots. 

Each,  either  kind,  (Postpaid) 15c;  doz.  $1.25 

CHIVES. 

For  flavoring.  Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Each,  (Postpaid) , 15c;  doz.  $1.25 


EGG  PLANT. 

Ready  May  20th. 
Each,  10c;  doz.  $1.00; 
hundred,  $6.00.  From 
pots.  Each,  Postpaid, 
15c;  doz.  $1.15. 


HORSE  RADISH. 

Nice  roots. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Postpaid  15c;  doz.  $1.25 


MINT. 

Spear  — For  mint 
sauce  and  julep. 

Each 10c;  doz.  $1.00 

Postpaid  15c;  doz.  $1.25 


PARSLEY. 

Each 5c;  doz.  50c 

Postpaid,  10c;  doz.  70c 


PEPPER. 

Large  Bell  or  Bull 

Nose  — The  variety 
for  Montana. 

Doz 35c;  100,  $2.50  Peppers. 

Postpaid  50c;  100,  $2.75 

RHUBARB. 

A very  large  demand  for  our  Rhubarb  roots  has  caused 
us  to  grow  them  more  extensively. 

S.  N.  Co.’s  Monarch — Large  red  stems. 


Each,  2-year-old 20c;  doz.  $2.00 

Each,  2-year-old,  (Postpaid) 35c;  doz.  $2.35 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


CUT  FLOWERS 


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A Basket  of  Out-Door  Flowers. 


Cut  Flowers 

Catering  to  the  cut  flower  demand  is  one  of 
the  most  important  branches  of  our  business. 

With  over  50  houses  at  our  disposal,  we  offer 
the  finest  and  most  up-to-date  cut  flower  estab- 
lishment in  the  west.  Our  endeavor  is  to  al- 
ways have  a supply  of  the  Standard  Flowers  to 
meet  all  demands  in  both  quantity  and  quality, 
ai  prices  to  suit  all.  To  produce  the  highest 
quality,  coupled  with  efficient  and  prompt  serv- 
’ ice  is  our  one  great  attainment,  and  we  never 
ship  inferior  grade  flowers  in  order  to  quote 
cheaper  prices. 

STANDARD  FLOWERS 

Our  collection  of  the  standard  varieties  is  un- 
excelled. For  Roses,  Carnations,  Chrysanthe- 
mums, Easter  Lilies,  Violets,  etc.,  we  lead.  Be- 
sides these  we  have  the  various  flowers  at  the 
different  seasons  of  the  year  and  if  you  are  in 
need  of  cut  flowers  you  cannot  do  better  than  by 
placing  your  order  with  us. 

HOW  TO  ORDER 

Always  state  time  you  wish  flowers  shipped.  So  that  we  may  be  able  to  study  your  special  wants,  quan- 
tity, quality  and  price  should  always  be  given.  Owing  to  the  uncertainty  of  supply  or  assortment,  we  should 
be  pleased  if  patrons  would  kindly  name  a substitute  in  case  we  have  not  the  exact  needs  of  your  order.  If 
possible  place  your  order  early,  although  we  can  deal  with  rush  orders  quite  satisfactorily. 

HOW  WE  SHIP 

All  flowers  are  shipped  by  express  (occasionally  by  mail).  If  no  time  is  stated,  flowers  are  shipped  by 
first  train  after  order  is  received.  The  flowers  are  tastefully  packed  in  waterproof  boxes,  thus  assuring  you 
receiving  flowers  in  the  best  of  condition.  Remember  that  flowers  packed  by  our  special  system  carry  for 
two  or  three  days’  journey. 

SPECIAL  OCCASIONS 

There  are  many  occasions  when  you  wish  to  get  a special  grade  or  variety  of  flowers,  either  for  yourself  or 
presentation  purposes.  Some  of  these  occasions  we  enumerate. 

Decoration  Day,  Easter,  Thanksgiving,  Valentine’s  Day  and  Xmas. 

These  are  but  few  of  the  days  and  the  ones  on  which  we  make  special  preparations  for  the  retail  cus- 
tomer. Probably  you  are  anxious  to  send  some  flowers  to  a friend,  but  do  not  know  just  what  to  send.  To 
meet  this,  we  make  up  special  boxes,  tastefully  arranged,  and  containing  the  best  only  of  assorted  flowers.  Send 
us  your  card,  or  we  will  write  one  for  you  and  enclose  it  with  the  order.  So  that  your  friend  may  receive  the 
flowers  without  any  cost,  we  prepay  to  any  point  and  charge  To  you. 

Flowers  for  Weddings,  Birthdays,  Graduating  Exercises,  Etc. 

These  form  another  special  line  for  which  we  are  famed.  Bouquet  work  for  weddings  we  make  by  the 
thousands.  We  ship  wedding  flowers  all  over  the  state.  Suitable  boxes  of  flowers  for  Birthdays  and  Grad- 
uating Exercises  forms  one  of  our  interesting  selection  items.  Nothing  pleases  better  than  flowers  on  these 
days,  and  our  long  experience  places  us  so  that’ we  know  just  how  to  please.  Special  boxes  of  flowers  offer  a 
variety  of  prices  and  can  be  obtained  from  $2.50  up. 

We  draw  your  special  attention  to  our  extraordinary  selection  of  Orchids,  the  most  beautiful  flower  that 
grows.  Our  $3.00  to  $5.00  Corsage  Bouquet  of  Orchias  is  certainly  something  fine.  The  “young  lady”  friend 
will  certainly  be  delighted  at  any  time  with  one  of  our  Orchid  Corsages. 

Flowers  to  Distant  Friends. 

By  special  arrangement  we  are  able  to  accept  orders  by  Telegraph,  Telephone  or  Mail  for  cut  flowers  to  be 
delivered  to  any  part  of  the  United  States,  Canada  or  Europe.  Kindly  let  us  know  just  what  you  require,  time 
order  is  to  be  delivered  and  the  address  of  your  friend.  We  will  do  the  rest.  Distance  is  no  object  with  us, 
so  whatever  part  of  the  two  continents  your  friends  may  be,  you  are  still  able  to  send  them  flowers. 

Floral  Designs  for  Funerals. 

We  are  known  all  over  the  state  for  the  beauty  and  finish  of  our  floral  designs, 
used  and  the  durability  of  the  work  are  some  of  our  distinguishing  features.  We  list 
generally  used. 

Wreaths  Shields  Stars  Harps 

Broken  Columns  Scrolls  Broken  Wheels  Gates  Ajar 

Anchors  Crowns  Crosses  Hearts 

Designs  Emblematic  of  all  Fraternal  Organizations. 

Cut  flowers  sent  loose  or  made  into  sprays  are  also  very  popular.  Our  blankets  or  casket  covers  from  $25 
and  up  are  something  unusual.  The  prices  on  all  floral  work  varies  according  to  the  size  and  grade  of  flowers. 
Design  prices  range  from  $3  to  $75,  but  the  general  call  is  from  $5  to  $25.  All  designs  are  securely  fastened  in 
special  heavy  corrugated  waterproof  boxes  and  arrive  to  the  customer  in  the  best  possible  condition. 


The  variety  of  flowers 
a few  of  the  emblems 

Crescents 

Pillows 


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SEED  DEPARTMENT. 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


SPRING,  1914,  TWENTY-FOURTH  YEAR 

Seed  Department 

Suggestions  to  our  Customers  in  Ordering  from  this  Catalogue, 
the  reading  of  which  will  aid  you  and  us. 


EARLY  ORDERS — Our  rush  season  comes  in  the  months  of  March  and  April.  Orders  sent  AT  ONCE  secure  prompt 
shipment  at  the  proper  time  from  our  full  stocks. 

HOW  TO  ORDER — Write  your  name,  postoffice,  state  and  express  office  and  company  plainly  with  ink,  on  every 
order,  and  also  when  you  write  us  concerning  it.  Give  plain  express,  mail  or  freight  directions;  where  none  are  given, 
we  route  goods  at  buyer’s  risk. 

USE  ORDER  SHEET — The  use  of  our  order  sheet  enclosed  in  this  catalogue  is  a great  help  to  us  in  filling  and 
shipping  of  orders.  Instructions  for  use  are  on  the  sheet.  More  will  be  sent  on  receipt  of  a postal  asking  for  same. 
Flower  or  Vegetable  Seed  orders  should  plainly  state  quantity  before  the  name  of  the  variety.  Plant  orders  should 
give  quantity,  variety  and  size. 

KEEP  A COPY  OF  YOUR  ORDER  and  mark  off  goods  as  received.  Sometimes  items  may  be  sold  out  or  will  follow 
later,  in  which  case  a slip  is  enclosed  with  other  goods,  or  notice  sent. 

MISTAKES. — These  will  happen  in  spite  of  all  care.  Write  us  at  once  with  copy  of  original  order  if  possible,  and 
errors  will  be  promptly  rectified.  Please  do  not  return  goods  until  you  hear  from  us. 

ORDERS  ARE  PROMPTLY  FILLED — Or  in  case  of  extreme  delay,  you  are  notified  by  postal  card.  If  you  do  not 
hear  of  an  order  sent  us,  within  a reasonable  time,  send  us  a duplicate  of  it,  giving  date  of  order,  amount  of  same,  and 
form  of  remittance,  your  name  and  full  address.  If  you  cover  these  points  in  your  first  letter,  a long  delay  is  often 
saved  in  tracing. 

FREIGHT  OR  EXPRESS. — All  express  lines  in  the  United  States  and  Canada  carry  seeds  at  the  special  reduced  rates 
of  20  per  cent,  less  than  general  merchandise  rates.  Plants  come  at  the  same  special  rate  when  out  of  pots  and  this 
includes  nursery  stock.  On  moderate-sized  orders,  we  advise  express  shipment  rather  than  freight. 

HOW  TO  SEND  MONEY. — Send  cash  with  order  (as  we  do  not  open  book  accounts  for  small  amounts)  by  Draft, 
Postoffice  or  Express  Money  Order  whenever  possible;  these  are  cheap  and  safe.  Parcel  postage  stamps  are  taken 
as  cash  for  small  amounts  and  we  prefer  denominations  such  as  5c,  10c  or  15c.  Registered  letters  can  be  sent  from 
any  postoffice,  and  your  receipt  sent  you  by  return  mail,  by  which  you  know  it  has  reached  us.  Local  checks  are  ac- 
cepted. Make  money  orders  or  checks  payable  to  State  Nursery  Go. 

RECOMMENDATIONS. — We  tender  our  sincere  thinks  to  the  numerous  customers  who  have  been  kind  enough  to 
recommend  us.  We  are  always  pleased  to  mail  our  catalogue  to  friends  of  our  customers  on  request.  We  catalogue 
only  such  seeds  as  have  proved  suitable  to  our  climate.  We  trust  that  our  efforts  to  simplify  the  task  of  selection  of 
seeds  will  meet  the  approval  of  our  many  friends.  Our  seeds  we  believe  to  be  as  good  as  can  be  obtained  anywhere 
and  our  facilities  for  testing  same  unexcelled. 

SEEDS  BY  WEIGHT.  All  our  seeds  are  sold  by  weight,  which  we  believe  to  be  the  most  satisfactory  method.  Half 
pounds  and  over,  at  pound  rate;  less  than  half-pounds  at  ounce,  two  ounce  or  quarter-pound  rates. 

All  Flower  and  .Vegetable  Seeds  in  pkt.,  oz.,  xA-lb.,  pint,  or  quart,  sent  prepaid  to  your  Railroad  Station  or  Post- 
office,  except  where  noted.  Field  Seeds  by  freight  at  purchaser’s  expense. 

DISCOUNT  ON  ORDERS  FOR  SEEDS  IN  RACKETS  AND  OUNCES  ONLY:— 

Customers  sending $ .50  $1.00  $2.00  $3.00  $4.00 

May  select  extra  seeds  in  packets  and  ounces  to  value  of 10  .25  .50  .75  1.00 

THIS  DISCOUNT  applies  only  to  orders  for  Vegetable  and  Flower  Seeds  in  packets  or  ounces  and  does  not  include 
Seeds  by  weight  (*4  lb.  or  over),  or  collections,  or  bulb  and  plant  orders,  nor  can  it  be  applied  to  orders  sent  at  dif- 
ferent times  during  the  season. 


Bulbs,  Seeds,  Plants,  Roots,  Cuttings  and  Scions  are  NOT  INCLUDED 
IN  THE  PARCEL  POST  LAW  of  January  1,  1913. 

They  remain  third  class  matter,  which  is  8c  a lb.,  two  ounces  for  lc  to  any  part 

of  the  United  States. 


FARMERS  READY  REFERENCE  BOOK — The  most  complete  farm  book  on  the  market.  Every  department  of  farm 
life  covered  in  detail  by  experts.  One  book  free  with  $5.00  order  for  seeds;  one  book  to  a customer.  Please  mention 
this  offer  when  ordering. 

OUR  RESPONSIBILITY — It  is  so  manifestly  impossible  for  a seller  of  any  perishable  article  to  be  responsible  for 
what  may  happen  to  it  after  it  leaves  his  hands,  especially  one  like  seeds  or  plants,  which  are  planted  in  the  ground 
under  varying  conditions  of  soil  and  climate,  that  we,  in  common  with  all  American  seed  houses,  disclaim  responsi- 
bility as  to  the  crop  which  may  be  raised  from  seeds  which  we  sell.  At  the  same  time,  in  case  of  any  failure  to  secure 
proper  results  caused  from  some  inherent  fault  in  the  seeds  themselves,  the  State  Nursery  Co.,  accepts  responsibility, 
not  for  crop,  but  to  the  extent  of  the  amount  of  money  paid  for  the  seeds,  if  immediately  advised.  (Or  seeds  may  be 
returned.  See  below).  We  wish  it  understood  that  all  our  seeds  are  sold  under  the  following  general  non-warranty: 
We  do  not  warrant  in  any  way,  expressed  or  implied,  the  contents  or  the  description,  quality,  productiveness  or 
any  other  matter,  of  any  seeds,  bulbs,  plants,  shrubs  or  trees  sold  by  us,  and  we  will  not  be  in  any  way  responsible  for 
the  crop.  If  the  purchaser  does  not  accept  these  goods  on  above  terms,  no  sale  is  made  thereof,  and  he  must  return 
them  at  once,  and  money  will  be  refunded.  Subject  to  above  conditions,  we  sell  at  the  moderate  prices  herein  quoted. 

STATE  NURSERY  CO.,  Incorporated. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


FLOWER  SEEDS 


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African  Gold  Daisy. 


FLOWER 

SEEDS 


Annuals — Bloom  first  year  from  seed 
and  die  after  one  season. 

Biennials — Bloom  second  year  from 
seed  and  plant  dies  after  second 
year. 

Perennials — Bloom  second  year  from 
seed  and  plant  lives  and  blooms  for 
several  years. 

Tender — Means  plant  will  not  stand 
the  least  frost. 

Half-Hardy — Means  plant  will  stand 
a little  frost  and  needs  protection. 

Hardy — Means  plant  will  stand  con- 
siderable frost. 


Ageratum. 


ABRONIA  UMBRELLATA— (Sand  Verbena)  Per  pkt.  5c 

Very  pretty  trailing  plants  with  numerous  clusters  of 
sweet-scented  flowers.  Rosy  lilac,  with  white  eye. 
Does  well  in  light  soil.  Annual. 

ACROLINIUM Mixed,  pkt.  5c 

This  beautiful  everlasting  flower  is  largely  used  for 
winter  bouquets,  for  which  purpose  the  flowers  should 
be  cut  before  they  are  fully  expanded.  Half-hardy  annual 

AFRICAN  GOLD  DAISY Per  pkt.  10c 

The  single  daisy-like  flowers  are  2%  inches  in  diame- 
ter, and  of  a unique  glossy  terra  cotta  orange,  which 
brilliant  coloring  is  rendered  the  more  conspicuous 
by  the  dark  disc  surrounded  by  a black  zone.  The 
plants  grow  from  12  to  15  inches  high  and  are  very 
profuse  flowering,  especially  in  dry  situations.  Hardy 
annual. 

AGERATUM— (Floss  Flower)— Blue  perfection.  Pkt.  5c 
A hardy  annual  of  easy  culture,  especially  valuable  for 
bedding,  as  it  is  literally  covered  with  blossoms  all 
summer.  Sow  the  seed  early  in  the  spring. 


Astermum — (The  Glorified  Aster). 


ALYSSUM — (Maritinum.  Sweet  Alysuum).  Oz.  25c;  pkt.  5c 
Six  to  eight  inches  high.  A fragrant  hardy  annual, 
bearing  spikes  of  small  white  flowers  in  great  profu- 
sion throughout  the  summer  and  autumn.  Useful  for 
border  or  early  bedding  flowers.  Sow  the  seed  early 
in  spring. 

ALYSSUM— (Little  Gem) Pkt.  10c 

Three  to  four  inches  high;  fine  for  borders. 

AMARANTHUS Mixed,  Per  pkt.  5c 

These  plants  afford  brilliant  contrasts  of  colors,  being 
useful  for  borders  and  groups;  also,  where  foliage  ef- 
fects are  desired.  The  leaves  and  stems  are  of  differ- 
ent shades  of  red  blended  with  green.  Half  hardy  annual. 

ANTIRRHINUM — (Tom  Thumb) Mixed,  pkt.  10c 

Beautiful  dwarf  growing,  bushy  variety.  Flowers  are 
handsome  and  produced  in  great  profusion  the  entire 
season.  It  is  not  only  desirable  for  beds  and  groups, 
but  also  for  pot  culture. 

ANTIRRHINUM — (Giant  Grandiflorum) Pkt.  5c 

Flowers  double  the  size  of  older  sorts,  more  closely  set 
on  the  stems  and  colors  more  clear  and  bril- 
' liant,  growing  about  18  inches  high.  Grand 

mixture  of  many  striking  colors. 

ANGEL’S  BREATH— (See  Gypsophila). 

ASPERULA — (Azurea) Blue.  pkt.  5c 

Grown  for  its  fragrant  leaves  and  stems,  which 
dried,  have  a sweet  odor,  and  are  used  for  put- 
ting among  clothes,  etc.  Best  gown  among 
shrubbery,  in  semi-shaded  positions,  where  it 
can  remain  undisturbed. 

ASTERMUM— (The  Glorified  Aster). 

Pkt.  of  500  seeds 75c 

In  white,  pink,  lavender;  separate  colors. 

The  cut  is  two-thirds  natural  size  and  shows 
construction  of  the  bloom.  The  plant  itself 
grows  straight  up  with  very  strong,  sturdy 
stems,  starting  near  base  and  reaching  from 
18  to  24  inches;  even  the  center  stems  are 
plenty  long  for  the  market.  The  three  colors 
are  unsurpassed,,  the  la- 
vender has  never  been 
produced  before,  the 
pink  is  the  beautiful 
pink  of  the  rose,  and  the 
white  is  as  white  as  the 
driven  snow.  All  these 
qualities  of  the  Aster- 
mum are  the  result  of 
painstaking  selection 
extending  over  a period 
of  eight  years.  Each 
plant  yields  from  ten  to 
fifteen  blooms.  Full 

-Mi  cultural  directions  are 

supplied  with  each  or- 
der. Little  Gem. 


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FLOWER  SEEDS — ( Continued ) . 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Late  Branching. 


Asters 

As  a popular  flower 
the  Aster  ranks  with 
Sweet  Peas,  Pansies 
and  Nasturtiums.  No 
flower  is  more  popular, 
and  few  have  held  so 
high  a place  in  popular 
esteem  for  so  many 
years,  and  it  is  still 
growing  in  favor.  For 
an  autumn  show  of 
flowers,  we  have  not  its 
equal.  We  offer  only 
Asters  of  superior  qual- 
ity. 


Victoria. 


ASTER — (Splendid  Mixed) Oz.  75c;  pkt.  5c 

Double  dwarf  variety  of  many  colors. 

ASTER — (Queen  of  the  Market) Mixed,  pkt.  10c 


One  of  the  earliest  blooming  varieties,  blossoming  fre- 
quently in  July.  Of  spreading  habit,  8 to  10  inches  high. 
Blossoms  medium  sized,  with  the  petals  curved  out- 
ward. 

ASTER — (Giant  Comet)  Pkt.  10c;  6 pkts.  your  selection,  40c 
A good  bedding  variety,  with  large  blossoms,  the  petals 
of  which  are  long,  narrow,  and  curled  backward.  Splen- 
did for  cut  flowers.  These  colors  are  the  best:  White, 
Peach  Blossom,  Pink  and  White,  Deep  Rose,  Light 
Blue,  Yellow,  Carmine,  Purple,  etc.,  or  Mixed. 

ASTER — (Vick’s  Early  Branching)  White  or  Rose,  pkt.  10c 
This  excellent  Aster  possesses  all  of  the  desirable  qual- 
itiies  of  the  Late  Branching,  but  comes  into  bloom 
about  a week  or  ten  days  earlier.  A vigorous  growing 
and  free  blooming  variety. 

ASTER — (Vick’s  Imperial  Purity) Pkt.  10c 

This  snowy-white  Aster  is  similar  to  Vick’s  Daybreak 
except  in  color. 

ASTER — (Vick’s  Imperial  Daybreak) Pkt.  10c 

This  beautiful  Aster  is  one  of  these  rare  gems  that 
have  come  to  stay.  The  flowers 
are  round  as  a ball,  very  large 
and  full,  borne  upright  on  long 
stiff  stems.  The  color  is  a deli- 
cate sea-shell  pink. 

ASTER — (Vick’s  Imperial 

Per  package 

An  extremely  delicate  light  pink, 
shading  to  a deeper  pink  in  the 
center.  Plant  is  similar  to  Day- 
break and  Purity.  Flowers  are 
borne  on  long  stems  in  the  great- 
est profusion. 

ASTER— (Victoria  Mixed) 

Flowers  very  large  and  perfectly 
double,  of  globular  shape  and  im- 
bricated; plants  of  fine  pyramidal 
form,  1%  feet  high. 

ASTER — (Truffaut’s  Paeony 
ered  Perfection) — Mixed 
Package  

This  variety  has  the  most  bril- 
lijant  and  showy  assortment  of 
colors.  Flowers  medium  sized 
and  almost  globular.  Plants 
about  16  inches,  of  upright 
growth,  and  flowers  all  borne  on 
top. 


ASTER — (Semple’s  Branching)  Pkt.  10c;  6 pkts,  your 

selection  40c 

The  tallest  and  best  variety.  The  plant  grows  18  inches 
high  and  about  18  inches  in  diameter,  and  the  blossoms 
which  are  large  and  full  petaled  are  borne  on  long 
stems  or  branches.  Colors:  Carmine,  Crimson,  Laven- 
der, Light  Blue,  Pink,  Purple,  Rose  pink,  White, 
Mixed. 

ASTER— (The  Crego) Per  pkt.  10c 

From  the  florists’  standpoint  this  Aster  is  one  of  the 
most  valuable  to  be  found;  it  always  maintains  its  po- 
sition at  the  top  of  the  market.  A large  late  bloomer 
in  good,  clear,  pure  white. 

ASTER — (Crego’s  Giant  Pink) Per  pkt.  10c 

Identical  in  all  respects  to  the  white  sort  offered 
above,  but  of  a beautiful  soft  shell-pink  color. 

ASTER — (Violet  King) Per  pkt.  10c 

A distinct  variety  similar  in  habit  to  the  Late  Branch- 
ing type,  being  a very  free  grower,  with  long,  strong 
stems,  and  perfectly  double  flowers  of  a pleasing,  soft 
shade  of  violet. 

ASPARAGUS — (Sprengeri) — Emerald  Feather Pkt.  10c 

Adapted  to  suspended  baskets;  1 
to  4 feet.  An  excellent  trailing 
house  plant,  as  it  withstands  a 
dry  atmosphere  and  succeeds 
everywhere.  Remains  fresh  a 
long  time  after  cutting. 
ASPARAGUS — (Plumosus  Nanus). 

Pkt ...10c 

An  indoor  perennial  climber,  of 
wonderful  beauty.  It  has  largely 
replaced  the  famous  smilax  in  the 
floral  world.  Bright,  cheerful 
green. 

BALSAM  ..Choice  Double,  per  pkt.  5c 
Balsams  like  hot  sun,  rich  soil 
and  plenty  of  water.  For  per- 
fect development  the  plants 
should  be  set  from  12  to  18  inches 
apart.  Transplanting  two  or  three 
times  has  a tendency  to  dwarf  the 
plants  into  better  shape  and  to 
make'  the  flowers  more  double. 

Pkt.  5c 

An  annual  climber,  with  yellow 
blossoms  and  beautiful  foliage. 
The  fruit  is  egg-shaped;  when 
ripe  bursts  suddenly  open,  scat- 
tering its  seed,  and  showing  a 
brilliant  carmine  interior.  Fine 
for  trellises,  fences,  stumps,  etc.; 
half-hardy  annual. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


FLOWER  SEEDS— (Continued). 


55 


BALLOON  VINE Pkt.  5c 

A rapid  growing  climber;  thrives  in  light  soil.  One  of 
the  prettiest  climbers. 


BALSAM  PEAR— 

Mixed Pkt.  10c 

Very  curious,  rap- 
id and  dense 
climbers,  with  or- 
namental foliage 
and  golden  yellow 
fruit,  which  opens 
when  ripe,  show- 
ing the  seed  and 
the  blood-red  in- 
side. 

BARTOMA  AUREA — 
(Golden  Bartonia) 

Per  Pkt 5c 

One  of  the  bright- 
est garden  flowers 
It  produces  its 
large  golden  blos- 
soms all  summer 
in  great  abund- 
ance; 1 foot  high. 
Sow  in  open 
ground. 

BACHELOR’S  BUT- 
TON—(Or  Blue- 

bottle, or  Corn- 
flower) — Mixed 

colors Oz.  50c 

Per  pkt 5c 

,Of  easy  culture.  Sow  the  seed  where  it  is  to  remain 
and  thin  plants  to  3 or  4 inches  apart. 


Bachelor’s  Button. 


BACHELOR  BUTTON— Pink Pkt.  10c 

Valuable  for  cut  flowers,  very  easily  grown  and  pro- 
lific bloomer. 


C A C A L I A — (Tassel  Flower  or 

Flora’s  Paint  Brush) Pkt.  5c 

A neat  annual  of  easy  culture, 
with  tassel-shaped  flowers; 
blooms  from  June  to  Septem- 
ber: fine  for  borders.  Golden 
yellow  and  scarlet  mixed. 


CALENDULA  — (Pot  Marigold)  — 

Mixed Oz.  25c;  pkt.  5c 

One  of  the  best  and  showiest 
free-flowering  hardy  annuals, 


BRACHYCOME — (Swan  River  Daisy) Pkt.  5c 

A hardy  annual,  growing  from  6 to  10  inches  high  and 

producing  an 
abundance  of 
pretty  blue 
and  white 
flowers.  Ex- 
cellent for 
border. 

BELLIS  — (See 
Under  Daisv) 
BEAN—  (Scar- 
let Runner) 

lb.  30c  pkt.  5c 
A favorite 
old  - fashion- 
ed climber 
One  of  the 
very  few 
beans  that  is 
both  orna- 
mental and 
useful.  It 
grows  rapid- 

Braehycome  or  Swan  River  Daisy.  lv  to  a height 

of  ten  or 
twelve  feet,  and  is  covered  from 
July  until  heavy  frost  with  clus- 
ters of  beautiful  scarlet  flow- 


ers. 


growing  in  any  good  garden  soil,  producing  a fine 
effect  in  beds  or  mixed  borders,  and  continuing  in 
bloom  until  killed  by  frost.  Height  1 foot.  Colors 
orange  and  lemon  yellow. 

CALENDULA — (Meteor) Per  oz.  25c;  pkt.  5c 

Fine  for  cut  flowers,  lemon  with  orange. 

CALENDULA — (Prince  of  Orange) — Deep  orange.  Per  oz. 
25c;  pkt.  5c. 

CALENDULA — (Sulphur  or  Lemon  Queen).  Per  oz.  25c 


pkt  5c 

New,  large  flowered,  deep  sulphur  colored. 

CALANDRINA — (Umbrellata) Pkt.  5c 


Flowers  of  dazzling  magenta  crimson,  about  % inch  in 
diameter,  produced  nearly  all  summer.  Height  6 
inches.  A charming  half-hardy  biennial. 

CALIFORNIA  POPPY— (See  Eschscholtzia). 

CALLIOPSIS — (Or  Coreopsis).  Mixed Pkt.  5c 

Showy  and  beautiful  free-flowering  annuals,  blooming 
all  summer  and  excellent  for  cutting  and  massing. 


Calendula. 

CALLIOPSIS— (Lanceolata) Pkt.  10c 

Handsome  perennial,  large  golden  yellow. 

CANARY  BIRD  FLOWER — (Tropocolum  Canariense).  Per 

oz.  30c ; pkt „ 5c 

A beautiful  climber  with  curiously  shaped,  little 
canary-colored  blossoms.  Will  blossom  freely  from 
July  until  killed  by  frost.  Tender  annual.  Sow  in  the 
house  and  transplant,  or  in  open  ground. 

CANDYTUFT — Mixed „ Per  oz.  25c;  pkt.  5c 

Universally  kaown  and  cultivated  as  a border  or  bed 
massing  plant. 

CANDYTUFT — (White  Rocket) Per  oz.  25c;  pkt.  5c 

Long  spikes  and  large  flowers. 

CANDYTUFT — (Giant  Hyacinth  Flowered) Pkt.  10c 

Very  large  heads  and  lonk  spikes  of  white  flowers. 
An  improved  strain  of  Giant  Empress  and  the  best 
sort  for  cut  flowers. 

CANTERBURY  BELLS— (Campanula  Medium) Pkt  5c 

Handsome  hardy  biennial,  of  stately  growth,  rich  color 
and  profuse  bloom.  Should  be  given  some  protection 
in  severe  winter  weather;  colors,  white  and  various 
shades  of  violet,  rose,  lilac  and  blue.  Height,  two  to 

four  feet. 


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STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Centauria 


Cobea  Scandens. 


CANTERBURY  BELLS — (Calycanthemum) Pkt.  10c 

The  new  Cup  and  Saucer.  Compared  to  the  old  type 
of  Canterbury  Bells,  larger  and  appear  about  two 
weeks  earlier  than  those  of  the  old  type.  A splendid 
plant  for  beds  and  pot  culture. 

CARNATION  MARGUERITE Per  pkt.  5c 

The  plants  of  this  wonderfully  fine  strain  may  be 
made  to  flower  in  four  months.  The  flowers  are  large, 

■ double  and  very  fragrant  and  appear  in  very  attrac- 
tive shades  of  color.  One  of  the  best  “pinks”  in  culti- 
vation. 

CARNATION  MARGUERITE— Dark  red Pkt.  10c 

The  old  fashioned  clove  pink,  free  flowering,  spicy  and 
hardy. 

CARNATION — Extra  fine  double  mixed Per  pkt.  10c 

Various  colors  and  types.  This  strain  is  remarkable 
for  the  variety  of  colors,  about  70  per  cent  of  large 
double  blooms. 

CASTOR  BEAN — (Ricinus) — Mixed.  All  sorts Pkt.  5c 

The  different  varieties  included  in  our  mixture  have 
light  and  dark  green  leaves  and  some  of  coppery 
bronze,  changing  to  dark  green  with  reddish  ribs. 

CATCHFLY — Hardy  annual.  Mixed Pkt.  5c 

An  easy  growing,  free  flowering,  annual  plant,  produc- 
ing dense  umbels  of  white,  red  or  rose  colored  blos- 
soms. The  plant  is  partly  covered  with  a glutinous 
moisture,  hence  the  name  “catchfly.” 

CENTAUREA  IMPERIALIS— Mixed Oz.  50c;  pkt.  10c 

A beautifully  large-flowered  type  resembling  Sweet 
Sultlan,  but  with  a large  petaled  margin  around  the 
blossom.  In  white,  lavender  and  purple  shades;  an- 
nual. 

CENTAURIA — (Imperialis) Pkt.  10c 

In  separate  colors,  white,  lilac,  purple,  rose.  These 
are  splendid  for  cut  flowers.  Commencing  to  bloom 
in  July,  the  plants  are  a mass  of  bloom  till  frost. 

CENTAURIA — (Ruthenica) Pkt.  10c 

Tall,  deep  sulphur  yellow. 

CHRYSANTHEMUM— (Carinatum  Eclipse) Pkt.  5c 

Pure  golden  yellow,  with  bright  purplish-scarlet  ring 
or  center  on  the  ray  florets,  the  disc  being  dark 
brown,  very  striking. 

CHRYSANTHEMUM  MAXIMUM  Pkt.  10c 

Large  white  flowered,  perennial  Marguerite,  select 
stock. 

CHRYSANTHEMUM— (Shasty  Daisy) Pkt.  10c 

The  freest  blooming  variety  of  the  Marguerite  Daisy 
family.  Will. bloom  in  six  months  from  seed. 

CLARKIA — Mixed  colors Pkt.  5c 

Among  the  prettiest  native  hardy  annuals.  They  are 
useful  for  hanging  baskets,  for  vases  and  as  edging 
plants.  Sow  outdoors  in  early  spring  and  grow  in  par- 
tial shade.  They  bloom  through  mid-summer  to  late 
autumn.  Average  height  iy2  feet. 

COBEA  SCANDENS Pkt.  5c 

A half  hardy  climbing  annual,  with  large  leaves  and 
large  trumpetrshaped  flowers.  The  blossom  is  green 
until  nearly  grown,  when  it  turns  bright  purplish  blue — 
grows  about  30  feet  high  and  is  very  desirable  for  cover- 
ing a large  lattice.  A native  of  Mexico. 


Chrysanthemum 

Eclipse, 


Carnation  Marguerite. 


Centauria  Imperialis. 


COLUMBINE—  (Aqu- 
ilegia.  Double  Mixed. 

Pkt.  5c 

Of  the  easiest  cul-  , 
fure  and  when  once 
established,  will 
furnish  for  many 

years  a magnificent 
display  of  the 

handsomest  flowers 
each  spring  and 
summer.  The  beds 
should  be  kept 

clear  of  weeds  and 
given  each  year  a 
liberal  dressing  of 
well-rotted  manure 
— hardy  herbaceous 
perennials;  two  to 
three  feet  high 

best  and  finest 
colors. 


Columbine. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


FLOWER.  SEEDS — (Continued)  . 


57 


CONVOLVULUS  MINOR — (Finest  Mixed) Per  pkt.  5c 

Dwarf  Morning  Glory.  Early  flowering  hardy  annual, 
with  bright  flowers,  of  very  easy  cultivation. 

CONVOLVULUS  MAJOR— (Morning  Glory)— Mixed.  Per  oz. 

15c;  pkt 5c 

A hardy  climbing  annual  growing  about  ten  feet  high. 
Flowers  are  wTell  known  and  exist  in  a great  variety  of 
colors,  tints,  and  markings.  Fully  expanded  only  in 
the  mornings.  Of  easy  culture,  quick  growdh,  valuable 
in  every  garden. 

COSMOS — Mixed Per  oz.  75c;  pkt.  5c 

Among  the  garden  annuals  that  have  come  into  prom- 
inence in  recent  years,  .the— Cosmos  leads  all.  It  is  a 
show  in  the  garden  and  magnificent  when  cut.  Form- 
erly we  had  to  be  content  with  the  late-flowering 
type,  which  was  often  killed  by  early  frost.  Now  that 
we  have  a most  perfect  type  of  the  early  flowering 
class,  every  garden  should  contain  this  exquisite 
flower.  Seed  sown  in  the  open  ground  in  the  begin- 
ning of  May  will  produce  blooming  plants  in  -July,  and 
they  will  continue  to  flower  late  in  the  fall. 

Cosmos — (Early  Flowering  Dawn).  Vi-oz.  25c;  pkt.  10c 


White,  slightly  tinted  with  pink. 

Cosmos — (Early  Flowering  Crimson) Per  pkt.  10c 

Cosmos — (Early  Flowering  Rose).. l..Per  pkt.  10c 

DAHLIA — Single  Mixed...— Pkt.  5c 


This  strain  is  a decided  advance  on  the  ordinary  sin- 
gles. The  plants  are  of  strong  robust  habits,  and  pro- 
duce in  great  abundance  flowers  of  immense  size,  of 


the  most  bewildering  varietv  of  coloring. 

DAISY— (Rellis) , : J._,— : Pkt . 5c 

Finest  double;  very  desirable  for  edgings  or  low  bor- 
ders. Mixed,  pink  and  white. 

DAISY — (Shasta.  Burbank’s  Newest) Pkt.  10c 

Pure  white:  gigantic. 

DTANTHUS — (See  under  Pinks). 

ECHINACYSIS  LOBATA—  (Wild,  or  California  Cucumber) 

Per  oz.  15c:  pkt 5c 


The  fastest  growing  annual  vine  in  existence:  will 
grow  20  feet  in  six  weeks.  Prettv  foliaee  with  incon- 
spicuous white  flowers.  Soak  seed  in  water  24  hours 
before  planting. 

ESCHSCHOLTZIA — (California  Poppv).  Mixed,  oz,  25c: 

5c 

The  state  flower  of  California.  A 
genus  of  the  Poppv  family,  fully 
as  valuable  as  the  common  Poppv 
for  garden  ornamentation,  as  it 
blooms  almost  continuously 
throughout  the  season.  A b^d  of 
these  in  full  bloom  is  most  hand! 
some  and  beautiful  in  color.  Hardy 
annuals:  heis-ht.  one  foot. 
ESCHSCHOLTZIA — (Peerless  Mixed) 

Oz 60c:  nkt.  10c 

A errand  strain  of  the  well  known 
California  Poppies.  The  flowers 
have  large  overlapping  petals, 
which  are  often  delicately  waved 
at  the  ederes.  showing  beautiful 
and  varied  forms. 

ESCHSCHOLTZIA — (Crimson  Flowering) ...Pkt.  10c 

This  Eschscholtzia  is  a decidedly  new  addition  to  the 
list,  and  while  we  have  had  red  and  pink  varieties, 
there  have  been  none  that  had  the  intense  brilliant 
red  of  this  one.  Like  all  of  our  California  Poppies,  it  is 
easlv  grown  and  blooms  profusely. 

EUTOCA— (Viscida).  Intense  blue Pkt.  5c 

Foliage  dull  green,  covered  with  hairs;  blossoms  blue 
and  striped.  % of  an  inch  across,  produced  in  terminal 
racemes.  Succeeds  best  in  warm,  sandy  soil,  not  over 
rich.  Sow  in  open  ground  early  in  spring,  and  thin 
to  one  foot  apart.  Hardy  annuals  one  foot  high. 

BUSH  ESCHSCHOLTZIA— (Or  Hunnemannia) Pkt.  5c 

Known  also  as  the  Santa  Barbara  Poppy.  An  erect- 
growing.  tender  perennial,  about  two  feet  high.  Fol- 
iage fine  cut  and  feathery.  Blossoms  beautifully  cup- 
shaped,  bright  yellow,  and  about  three  to  four  inches 
across.  Stems,  long  and  smooth.  There  are  few  more 
satisfactory  flowers  in  the  garden  than  the  Hunne- 
mannia. 


Bush  Eschscholtzia — (Or  Hunnemannia). 


FORGET-ME-NOT— (See  Myosotis). 

FOXGLOVE— (Digitalis).  Mixed Pkt.  5c 

Grows  to  the  height  of  three  or  four  feet,  with  dense 
spikes  of  brilliantly  colored  flowers  which  are  term- 
inal and  half  as  long  as  height  of  plant.  Colors  white, 
lavender  and  rose.  A valuable  flower  in  every  per- 
ennial garden;  does  not  usually  blossom  until  the  sec- 
ond year.  Hardv  biennials  or  perennials. 

FOUR  O’CLOCK — (Marvel  of  Peru).  Mixed Pkt.  5c 

These  flowers  are  funnel-shaped,  white,  red,  yellow  or 
striped  with  these  colors,  and  open  about  four  o’clock 
in  the  afternoon,  remain  open  all  night  and  generally 
perish  about  noon  the  next  day.  The  abundance  of 
new  flowers  produced  daily  afford  a constant  suc- 
cession of  fine  blooms.  Sow  seed  in  open  ground. 
Hardy  annual;  two  feet  high. 


Gaillardia. 


California  Poppy. 


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FLOWER  SEEDS — (Continued) . 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


GAILLARDIA — (Picta  Mixed) Pkt.  5c 

Splendid  show  annuals,  remarkable  for  the  profusion, 
size  and  brilliancy  of  their  flowers,  continuing  to  bloom 
from  early  summer  till  November;  excellent  for  beds, 
borders  or  for  cutting;  iy2  feet  high.  Single  sorts,  fine 
colors. 


Geranium. 


GERANIUM— Zonale,  Mixed— 

Pkt 5c 

A superb  strain  of  the  largest 
and  finest  red  varieties. 

GODETIA — Finest  mixed Pkt.  5c 

A hardy  annual  growing  from  6 
to  10  inches  high.  Of  compact 
growth  with  a profusion  of  sat- 
iny cup-shaped  flowers  in  deep 
red,  pink  and  white,  shaded  and 
blended.  Valuable  for  bedding 
or  massing. 

GOMPHRENA,  OR  GLOBE  AMAR- 
ANTH. Mixed Pkt.  5c 

A low-growing  hardy  annual, 

everlasting  or  straw  flower, 

about  eight  inches  high,  with 
Globe-shaped  flowers,  in  red  or  white.  The  plant  makes 
a good  border,  and  the  flowers  are  very  pretty,  and  are 
attractive,  either  while  growing  or  dried. 

GOURD — (Cucurbita).  Mixed Pkt.  5c 

A tribe  of  climbers  with  curiously  shaped  and  colored 

fruit.  Being  of 
rapid  growth 
they  are  fine  to 
cover  old  fences, 
trellises,  stumps, 
etc.  Tender  an- 
nual; ten  to 
twenty  feet  high. 

GYPSOPHILA— 
(Perennial) — 

Pkt 10c 

A graceful  hardy 
plant,  fine  for 
cutting  for  bou- 
quets; flowers  in 
feathery  white 
panicles;  height 
IV2  feet. 

GYPSOPHILA— 
(Annual)  Oz.  30c 

Pkt 5c 

Delicate,  free 
flowering  little 
plants,  covered 
with  a profusion 
of  white  and  pink, 
small  star-shaped 

flowers.  Well  adapted  for  hanging  baskets  or  edgings 
and  valuable  in  conjunction  with  other  flowers  for 
making  bouquets.  Will  thrive  anywhere.  An  annual 
that  should  be  in  every  garden. 


Gypsophila. 


Heliotrope. 

when  partly  open  and 


HELIOTROPE Pkt.  10c 

Blooms  from  seed  the 
first  year  and  as  early  as 
Sweet  Peas  or  balsams. 
Heliotrope  will  bloom  as 
easily  from  seed  as  any 
of  the  common  annuals. 

HELICHR  Y SUM  — (Straw 
Flower).  Mixed  colors. 
Pkt.  5c;  Extra  Select 

mixed  colors,  pkt 10c 

One  of  the  best  “Everlast- 
ing” flowers.  Exceeding- 
ly effective  double  flow- 
ers, making  a fine  dis- 
play in  beds  or  borders; 
they  succeed  in  any  rich 
garden  soil;  hardy  an- 
nuals. For  winter  use,  cut 

in  the  shade. 


HOLLYHOCK — Mixed,  double,  good  quality Pkt.  5c 

HOLLYHOCK — (Chater’s) — Double  crimson,  double  blood- 
red,  double  pink,  double  white,  double  deep  rose, 
double  yellow,  double  salmon. 

Each  of  above,  pkt.  10c;  any  3 for  25c;  mixed  colors, 

Pkt 10c 

Our  seeds  of  this  type  have  been  saved  from  the 
finest  and  largest  double  flowers  only,  and  will  pro- 
duce flowers  extremely  double  and  in  the  best,  bright- 
est and  most  charming  colors.  Sow  in  April,  May  or 
June  for  next  year’s  blooming. 


Hollyhock — ^Clialer&d. 


ICE  PLANT Pkt.  5c 

Pretty  summer  trailing  annual  for  vases  and  rock 
work;  leaves  covered  with  ice-like  drops. 

HUMULUS— (Jap.  Var.) Pkt.  10c 

Variegated  Japanese  Hops.  Quick  growing  vine  for 

veranda  or  trellis.  Annual;  not  subject  to  insect  pests; 
very  handsome;  stand  drought  well. 

IPOMEA — (Mikado) Pkt.  10c 

New  improved  Japanese  Convolvulus  of  grand  variety, 
flowers  measuring  from  4 to  5 inches  across,  great 
variety  of  colors,  very  handsome  foliage. 

KENILWORTH  IVY Pkt.  10c 

A charming  trailing  plant,  especially  adapted  for  hang- 
ing baskets. 

KOCHIA  OR  MEXICAN  BURNING  BUSH  Pkt.  5c 

Grows  quickly  from  seed  sown  in  the  open  ground. 
The  plants  are  of  the  rounded  or  globe  like  form.  Early 
in  the  fall  the  ends  of  the  shoots  are  thickly  set  with 
small  bright  scarlet  flowers,  the  bushy  plants  resem- 
bling balls  of  fire;  makes  a good  summer  hedge. 

KUDZA  VINE — (Japanese  Jack  in  the  Beianstalk) Pkt.  10 

To  this  must  be  awarded  first  place  as  the  fastest 
growing  hardy  climbing  plant.  It  will  grow  8 to  10 
feet  the  first  year  from  seed,  and  after  it  becomes 
established  there  seems  to  be  no  limit  to  its  growth.  50 
feet  in  a single  season  being  not  unusual.  Its  foliage 
is  large  and  covers  well;  bears  small  racemes  of  rosy- 
purple,  pea-shaped  blossoms  towards  the  close  of 
August.  A splendid  subject  for  covering  permanently 
verandah,  dead  trees,  etc. 


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8c  per  pound  must  be  added  on  BEANS,  CORN,  PEAS 
and  FIELD  SEEDS.  On  SUNDRY  ARTICLES  at  the 
rate  of  16c  per  pound.  10c  per  quart  on  ONION  SETS. 
Other  seeds  priced  per  packet,  ounce,  one-fourth  pound 
and  pound,  are  postage  paid  unless  otherwise  mentioned 
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Ranchman,  Dairyman,  etc.  Chapters  on  all  de- 
partments of  farm  life,  and  each  chapter  written  hy  an 
expert  in  his  particular  line.  Government  and  state 
experts  wrote  this  book. 

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FLOWER.  SEEDS — (Continued) . 


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LOVE-IN-A-MIST — (Nigella) Pkt.  5c 

This  singular  plant  is  also  known  as  Ladv-in-the-Green 
and  as  Devil-in-a-Bush,  because  the  blossoms  are  part 
lv  concealed  by  the  abundance  of  fine  cut  foliage.  The 
plant  and  flower  are  each  handsome  and  require  hut 
little  care.  Hardy  annual;  double  blue  blossom. 


MARIGOLD — (French  Double  Dwarf,  Gold  Striped)  Pkt.  5c 
Brown  and  golden  yellow.  Very  double. 

MARIGOLD — (Prince  of  Orange) Pkt.  5c 

Large,  double,  golden  yellow  flowers,  petals  shaded  dark 
orange. 

MARIGOLD  ELDORADO— (The  African  Marigold).  Pkt.  5c 
Immense  flowers,  9 to  14  inches  around;  double;  prim- 
rose, lemon,  orange  and  golden  shades.  No  flower  gar- 
den seems  complete  without  this  fine  old-fashioned 
flower.  Hardy  annuals,  in  bloom  till  frost  comes. 


Marigold — The  African. 


Larkspur — Giant  Hyacinth  Flowered. 


LARKSPCR — Mixed  in  7 distinct  colors,  pkt.  5c 
The  Larkspur  is  one  of  the  handsomest 
and  most  useful  of  plants,  and  for  large 
gardens  is  invaluable,  our  Giant  Hyacinth 
Flowered  Double  extra  choice  mixed  are 
very  fine. 

LARKSPUR — (Emperor) Pkt.  10c 

Of  elegant  Candelabra  habit,  with  about  14 
branches,  choice  mixed  double  in  8 distinct 
colors.  Height  D/2  feet. 

LINUM — (Scarlet  Flax) Pkt.  5c 

Distinguished  for  their  brilliant  colored 
flowers,  which  are  crimson  with  black 
center,  saucer  shaped,  and  very  conspicu- 
uous  in  bed  or  border.  The  foliage  of  the 
plant  is  slender  and  delicate.  Height  iy2  , 

feet.  Hardv  annual.  _ Love-in-a-Mist. 

LLTPIXUS,  OR  LUPINS — Mixture  of  all  colors. 

Pkt 5c 

Hardy  annuals,  in  great  varietv,  growing  from  one  to 
three  feet  high,  and  hearing  spikes  of  pea-shaped  flow- 
ers. Of  the  easiest  culture.  Sow  in  the  open  ground 
and  thin  to  six  inches  apart. 

LOBELIA— (Crystal  Palace).  Blue Pkt.  5c 

An  elegant  and  useful  genus  of  plants  of  easy  culture 
and  well  adapted  for  bedding.  They  make  a neat  edg- 
ing for  beds,  and  are  very  effective  in  masses,  being 
always  comnletely  covered  with  flowers. 


MATTHIOLA  BICORNIS— (Evening  Scented  Stock) Oz.  25c;  pkt.  10c 

No  annual  in  cultivation  equals  this  in  delicate  perfume  of  its  flow- 
ers. The  pink  and  lilac  blossoms  partly  close  during  the  day,  but 
expand  and  impart  their  fragrance  in  the  evening.  Include  with 
your  order  a request  for  a packet  or  two  of  Evening  Stock.  You 
will  not  regret  it. 

MIGNONETTE— (Golden  Ma- 

chet) Oz  50c;  pkt.  10c 

A compact  growing  varie- 
ty with  medium  long, 
thick  spikes  of  yelLow 
florets. 

MIGNONETTE  oz.  25c;  pkt.  5c 
A well  known  hardy  an- 
nual, producing  dense 
spikes  of  exceedingly  fra- 
grant flowers.  It  sown  at 
intervals  in  spring  and 
early  summer  it  will  bloom 
till, killed  by  frost.  Thrives  Mignonette, 

best  in  a cool  temperature. 

MIGNONETTE  — (Pure 
Machet)  Oz.  50c;  pkt.  10c 
A compact  growing  va- 
riety with  thick  spikes 
and  large  florets  of  a 
copper  color. 

MOON  FLOWER Pkt.  5c 

So-called  from  its  rare 
peculiarity  of  blooming 
best  ai  night,  although  it 
also  expands  its  flowers 
on  dull  days.  It  is  a 
beautiful  climber,  pro- 
ducing large,  sweet- 
scented  flowers  4 to  5 
inches  across.  Tender 
annuals  15  to  20  feet. 
Soak  seed  and  plant  in 
warm  sunny  place. 
MORNING  GLORY — (Con- 
volvulus Maior).  Tall 
Climbing  Varieties  — 

Mixed .Oz.  15c:  pkt.  5c 

A hardy  climbing  an- 
nual growing  about  10 
feet  high.  Flowers  are 
well  known  and  exist  in 
a great  variety  of  colors, 
tints  and  markings. 
Fully  expanded  only  in 
the  mornings.  Of  easy 
culture,  quick  growth, 
and  valuable  in  every 
garden. 


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STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


FLOWER  SEEDS— (Continued). 


MORNING  GLORY  — (Convolvulus 

Minor).  Mixed.... Pkt.  5c 

Plants  grow  10  to  12  inches  high* 
hardy  annuals,  in  bright,  colors. 
MORNING  GLORY— (Japanese).  See 
Ipomea. 

MUSK  PLANT .'.Pkt.  5c 

Foliage  emits  a strong  musky  per- 
fume; yellow;  fine  for  hanging 
basket. 

MYOSOTIS— Forget-Me-Not.,  pkt.  5c 
Neat  and  beautiful  little  plants 
with  star-like  flowers;  succeeding 
best  in  a shady  moist,  situation; 
Morning  Glory.  half-hardy  perennials;  blooming 
the  first  year  from  seed  if  sown 
early.  The  true  Forget-Me-Not;  beautiful  blue  flowers. 
MOURNING  RRIDE— (See  Scabiosa). 


NASTURTIUMS 


NASTURTIUMS — (Tall  or  Climbing).  Named  colors. 

F4— lb 50c;  1 oz.  20c;  y2-oz.  pkt.  10c 

Chameleon — Many  different  colored  flowers  on  the 
same  plant. 

Moonlight — Light  straw-yellow  flowers. 

SunlighU— Large  golden  yellow  flowers. 

Vesuvius — Salmony  rose,  dark  leaved. 

Lucifer — Dark  scarlet  and  dark  leaved. 

Spitfire — Brilliant  orange-vermillion. 

Black  Prince — Velvety  black,  purplish-crimson,  dark 
foliage. 

Queen — Variegated  leaves  and  various  colored  flowers. 
Aurora — Terra  Cotta. 


NASTURTIUMS  — 
Tall  Hybrids  of 
Madame  Gunther). — 

y4~lb.  40c;  2 oz.  25c  ( 

1 oz 15c 

A grand  mixture," 
containing  man  y 
novel  colors,  such  as, 
odd  shades  of  sal- 
mon pink,  rose,  reds, 
yellow,  etc.  Strong 
growing  and  free 
flowering  variety. 
STURTIUMS  — 
obb’s  Pall  Prize 
).  Price,  1 lb. 
$1.00;  y4-lb.  40c;  2 oz. 
25c;  1 oz,  15c;'  pkt.  5c 
For  richness  and  va- 
riety of  color  these 
have  no  equal 
among  Nasturtiums. 
It  is  impossible  to 
describe  all  the  dif- 
ferent colors,  but 
some  of  the  most 
striking  are  as  fol- 
lows: White,  shaded  carmine  with  deep  maroon 

throat;  golden-yellow,  shaded  brown  on  edges;  yellow, 
shaded  and  mottled  with  carmine;  white,  with  red 
blotches;  shrimp  pink  with  deep  maroon  throat; 
bright  rose,  bright  yellow,  orange,  etc. 

NASTURTIUMS — (Dwarf  Varieties).  Named  colors. 

y4-lb 50c;  1 oz.  20c;  V2-0Z.  pkt.  10c 

Aurora — Terra  Cotta. 

Chameleon — Many  different  colored  flowers  on  the 
same  plant,  dark-leaved. 

Empress  of  India — Brilliant  dark  scarlet  purplish 
green  leaves. 

King  Theodore — Deep  crimson  maroon  with  dark 
foliage. 

King  of  Tom  Thumb — Glowing  scarlet,  dark  foliage. 
Prince  Henry — Cream  spotted  and  tipped  with  red. 
Ruby  King — Rich  crimson  rose. 

Vesuvius — Salmony-Rose,  dark  foliage;  an  extremely 
bright  color. 


Lobb’s  Nasturtium. 


Cloth  of  Gold — Scarlet  flowers  and  yellow  foliage. 
Golden  Midnight— Dark  purple. 

Queen  of  Tom  Thumb — Brilliant  crimson. 
NASTURTIUMS — (S.  N.  Co.’s  Dwarf  Prize  Mixture). 

Price....l  lb.  $1.00;  %-lb.  40c;  2 oz.  25c;  1 oz.  15c;  pkt.  5c 
This  is  undoubtedly  the  finest  mixture  of  Dwarf  Nas- 
turtiums offered  anywhere.  Every  shade  is  grown 
separately,  and  we  blend  this  mixture  on  our  own 
premises  under  our  personal  supervision. 

NEMOPHILA — (Love  Grove) Pkt.  5c 

Or  dwarf,  spreading  habit,  it  is  well  adapted  for  border 

or  pot  culture.  The  flowers 
are  exquisitely  colored, 
blotched  and  spotted;  they 
are  quite  apt  to  sport  into 
an  endless  variety  of  shades, 
from  black  and  blue  to  the 
lighter  shades.  Sow  in  spring 
and  thin  to  1 foot  apart. 
Hardy  annual;  6 inches  high. 
NICOTIANA — (Affinis).  Pkt.  5c 
Flowers  large,  white,  and 
full  expanded  only 
in  evening  or 
cloudy  days.  Deli- 
ciously fragrant. 
NICOTIANA  — (San- 
derae,  Mixed) — 

Pkt 10c 

Handsome  garden 
plants  of  the  to- 
bacco family,  val- 
uable for  the  long 
durations  and 
freedom  of  their 
bloom.  Flowers 
white,  carmine-rose  or  vio- 
let, a little  smaller  than  Af- 
finis, and,  unlike  it,  is  in  full 
bloom  during  the  day.  Very 
floriferous. 


Nicotiana  Sanuerae. 


PANSIES 


These  popular  flowers 
thrive  best  on  a cool  moist 
but  well-drained  soil,  en- 
riched with  well-rotted 
barnyard  manure  or  fine 
ground  bone.  Seeds  sown 
early  will  produce  fine 
plants  for  autumn  bloom- 
ing. The  proper  method 
though  is  to  sow  in  July 
or  August  and  protect  the 
plants  during  the  winter, 
when  they  will  flower 
continuously  next  spring 
and  summer.  Our  Pansies 


are  renowned  for  size,  Pansv 

quality  and  color. 

PANSY— Mixture  of  100  fancy  varieties oz.  $1.50;  pkt.  5c 

PANSY — S.  N.  Co.’s  “Peerless” Pkt.  10c 


A large  splendid  mixture  of  many  very  fine  varieties 
of  large  size. 

PANSY — S.  N.  'Co.’s  “Peerless”  Giant  Mixed Pkt.  15c 

A special  mixture  of  all  I he  Giant  Pansies;  very  fine 
colorings;  contains  an  almost  endless  variety  of  shades. 

PANSY— S.  N.  Co.’s  Premium  Mixture Pkt.  20c 

Ts  saved  from  exhibition  flowers,  including  almost 
every  shade  of  color,  exquisitely  spotted  and  blotched, 
veined,  mottled  and  margined,  all  fancv  varieties.  This 
' strain  is  so  beautiful  that  no  description  or  praise  can 
do  it  justice,  being  unsurpassed  for  rich  and  varied 
colors  and  immense  size. 


PANSIES — In  Separate  Colors  or  Named  Varieties. 

Per  Pkt.  10c:  Pkts.  contain  about  300  seeds. 

Adonis — Light  blue  ground,  white  face  with  dark 
blotches. 

Dark  Blue — Or  black  blue. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


FLO  W ER  SEEDS — ( C ontinued ) . 


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Emperor  William — Dark  ultramarine  eyes. 

Fire  King — Red  and  yellow  with  brown  eyes. 

Golden  Queen — Golden  yellow  with  small  dark  stripes 
instead  of  eyes  in  center. 

King  of  the  Blacks — Almost  coal  black. 

Lord  Beaconsfield — Deep  purple  violet  shading  off  in 
top  petals  to  white. 

Masterpiece — (New  Giant). — The  flowers  are  perfectly 
round  and  contain  the  richest  combination  of  colors, 
each  petal  being  distinctly  marked  with  a dark 
blotch;  most  of  the  flowers  are  margined  with  white 
or  yellow  edge  and  have  long  stems. 

Marmorata — Beautiful  marbled  varieties,  on  purple  and 
and  crimson  ground  with  fine  margin. 

Mercury — A distinct  deep  blackish  purple  without  any 
blotches  or  spots.  The  largest  self  color  Pansy  in 
existence. 

Prince  Bismark — New  beautiful  yellowish  bronze  color 
with  well  defined  eyes  of  dark  brown. 

Quadricolor — (Bainbow) — Reddish  steel  blue  with 
white  edge,  sometimes  pink  and  white,  also  yellow 
marbled  with  red  and  steel  blue,  margined  white. 

Bosy  Morn — Purplish  crimson  with  clear  white  edge. 

Royal  Purple — New  rich  crimson  violet  with  violet 
spots  on  three  lower  petals. 

Snow  Queen — Beautiful  satiny,  white  center,  tinged 
with  yellow.  Pure  white  without  eye. 

Striped — Flamed  or  striped  in  rich  contrasting  colors. 
White  with  large  violet  eyes. 

Victoria — Very  large,  bright  blood  red.  Violet  blotched. 

White — Pure,  without  eye. 

Yellow — Pure,  without  eye. 


PHLOX 


Phlox  Drunmiondii. 


PHLOX — (Superb  Mixture)  Pkt.  5c 
The  annual  Phlox  is  a native  of 
Texas,  where  it  is  called  “Texas 
Pride.”  It  occupies  first  place  as 
a garden  annual,  being  one  of  the 
most  brilliant  and  at  the  same 
time  one  of  the  easiest  and  most 
satisfactory  plants  which  can 
readily  be  grown  from  seed.  It 
will  grow  and  thrive  in  any  kind 
of  soil  if  given  a sunny  position, 
but  prefers  a light,  rich  loam. 
Seed  may  be  sown  in  the  open 
ground,  any  time  after  danger  of 
frost  is  past. 

PHLOX  DRUMMONDI — P eerless 
Mixed.:. Pkt.  10c 


Contains  fine,  select  varieties  of 
this  showy  annual. 

PHLOX  DRUMMONDII—(Grandiflora)  Pkt.  10c 

In  separate  colors. 

Alba — Pure  white,  extra  large. 

Intense  Scarlet. 

White  Scarlet  Striped. — Beautiful. 


PINKS 


PETUNIAS 

PETUNIA — Fine  Mixed Pkt.  5c 

Good  mixture  of  all  free  blooming  colors. 


Petunia — Single  Grandiflora. 


PINKS — (Dianthus) — Hardy  and  half 
hardy  biennials  and  perennials 
but  nearly  all  blooming  the  first 
year  from  seed;  of  easy  culture. 
Seeds  may  be  sown  in  the  open 
ground  where  they  are  to  re- 
main, but  better  results,  are  ob- 
tained, at  least  in  the  north,  if 
plants  are  started  in  the  house, 
white  and  dark  crimson  seifs, 
also  white  tipped  light  purple 
and  shades  of  red  with  darker 
blotchings. 

PINKS — (Heddewig’s  Double  Mixed) 

Pkt 10c.... 

Flowers  very  large  and  double 
Pinks — Single.  and  of  various  shades  of  bril- 

liant colors. 

PINKS — (Heddewig’s  Single  Mixed) Pkt.  10c 

Flowers  of  the  best  shades  and  beautifully  marked. 

PINKS — Dark  Red....... Pkt.  10c 

The  old-fashioned  clove  pink,  delightfully  fragrant 
and  hardy. 


POPPIES 


Annual  poppies  should  be  sown  as  early  in  the  spring 
as  possible;  they  do  not  stand  transplanting.  Sow  very 
thinly,  barely  covering  the  seed.  Press  down  firmly,  and 
they  will  come  up  in  a few  days.  It  is  well  to  make  sev- 
eral sowings  at  intervals  to  keep  up  a succession  of  bloom. 
If  picked  just  before  expanded,  the  flowers  will  last  sev- 
eral days. 


PETUNIA — Large  flowering,  Grandiflora,  Mixed.. ..Pkt.  10c 
• All  colors,  single  fringed  and  ruffled. 

PETUNIA — S.  N.  Co.’s  Double  Mixed Pkt.  20c 

New  large  flowers;  our  strain  is  the  best  that  can  be 
secured  from  any  source  at  any  price. 


Miles  City,  Montana,  October  loth,  1913. 
Received  of  the  State  Nursery  Company,  the  sum  of 
$25.00,  being-  first  premium  offered  by  them  for  the 
larg-est  and  best  display  of  root  crops  shown  at  the 
Montana  State  Fair  at  Helena,  1913. 

JOSEPH  EICHHORN. 


SINGLE  ANNUAL  VARIETIES. 

POPPY — (Select  Shirley).  Mixed  colors Oz.  50c;  pkt.  10c 

This  is  an  extra  fine  strain  of  these  charming  Poppies. 
They  are  single  and  occasionally  semi-double  and 
range  in  color  from  the  purest  white  through  the  deli- 
cate shades  of  pale  pink,  rose  and  carmine  to  the  deep- 
est crimson  and  blood-red,  while  many  are  daintily 
edged  and  striped.  In  fact,  so  varied  are  they  that 
scarcely  any  two  flowers  are  alike. 

POPPY — (Miss  Sherwood).  Satiny  white....Oz.  50c;  pkt.  10c 
Shaded  on  fringed  margin  with  salmon  rose.  Height 
2%  feet. 


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STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Iceland  Poppies. 

ICELAND  POPPY — (Papaver  Nudicaule) Pkt.  10c 

Pretty  tufted  foliage;  flowers  on  long  wiry  stems,  in 
shades  of  white,  yellow  and  vermillion,  with  satiny, 
crinkled  petals,  beautiful  flowers  in  greatest  variety  of 
colors. 

ORIENTAL  POPPY— (Papaver  Orientale) Pkt.  10c 

This  is  the  most  gorgeous  perennial  Poppy,  flowering 
in  June  and  July,  with  enormous  blossoms  often  meas- 
uring 5 to  7 inches  across,  mostly  shades  of  red.  Trans- 
planting should  be  done  carefully.  The  best  time  to 
lift  plants  is  in  August. 

POPPY — (Oriental  Hybrids).  Excelsior  Strain Pkt.  10c 

Beautiful  hybrids  of  the  Oriental  Poppy,  producing 
flowers  of  immense  size,  6 inches  and  over  in  diameter, 
and  of  many  novel  colors,  ranging  from  delicate  shades 


of  salmon  to  deep  crimson. 

PORTULACA— (Single  Varieties).  Fine  mixed Pkt.  5c 

PORTULACA— (Double  Varieties).  Fine  mixed Pkt.  5c 


Poppy — Shirley  Mixed. 

POPPY — (Shirley  Picotee) Per  pkt.  10c 

A new  Poppy  of  exceptional  merit,  a large  magnificent 
flower  and  particularly  showy  in  color,  it  is  a beau- 
tiful white  with  a well  defined  carmine  edge. 

POPPY — (Single  Annual).  Mixed  colors Oz.  25c;  pkt.  5c 

Gorgeous  colorings,  easily  grown  from  seed  sown  in 
the  open  ground  where  they  are  to  remain. 

POPPY — (Tulip  Flowered) Oz.  50c.„.  pkt.  10c 

Intense  scarlet  single  blossoms.  The  brightest  colored 
of  all  Poppies. 


Poppy — Jfeony  f lowered. 

POPPY — (Danebrog,  or  Danish  Cross) Oz.  25c;  pkt.  5c 

Very  showy  variety,  producing  large  flowers  of  bril- 
liant scarlet,  with  a silvery-white  spot  on  each  petal, 
forming  a white  cross. 


DOUBLE  ANNUAL  VARIETIES. 

These  Poppies  are  very  handsome.  The  flowers  grow 
to  an  enormous  size,  from  6 to  7 inches  in  diameter,  are  as 
double  as  Peonies  and  the  colors  are  very  rich  and  striking. 

POPPY — (Cardinal  Scarlet) Oz.  30c;  pkt.  10c 

Splendid  double  fringed  flowers. 

POPPY — (White  Fringed) Oz.  30c;  pkt.  10c 

Large  double  fringed. 

POPPY — (Double  White,  Carnation  Flowered) 

Oz  25c  * pkt  10c 

POPPY — (Double  Salmon  Pink) Oz.  60c;  pkt.  10c 

A beautiful  shade  and  a favorite  with  all. 

POPPY — (Double  Carnation  Flowered,  Mixed). 

Oz 25c;  pkt.  5c 

Large,  full,  double  fringed  flowers,  2 feet  high. 

POPPY — (Admiral) Oz.  60c;  pkt.  10c 

White  margined  with  brilliant  scarlet.  A very  fine 
new  color. 

POPPY — (American  Flag) .Oz.  40c;  pkt.  10c 

Beautiful  variety;  flowers  very  large  and  double; 
snow-white,  bordered  with  scarlet. 

POPPY — (Peony  Flowered,  Mixed) Oz.  25c;  pkt.  5c 

Large,  showy,  double  globular  flowers. 

PERENNIAL  VARIETIES. 

Hardy  perennials  of  easy  culture;  in  bright,  glowing 
colors,  bloom  first  year  from  seed. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


FLOWER  SEEDS— (Continued). 


63 


SHAMROCK — True  small  leaved Pkt.  10c 


RICINUS — (See  Castor  Rean). 


SALVIA — (Flowering  Sage) Pkt.  5c 

A tender  perennial,  blooming  the  first  season  from 
seed.  The  blossoms  are  borne  on  long  stems  in  ra- 
cemes or  spikes  and  are  fragrant.  The  plant  blooms 
profusely. 


SALPIGLOSSIS — Finest  mixed,  all  colors Pkt.  5c 

One  of  the  greatest  favorites  among  annuals,  partly 
because  of  its  easy  culture,  but  principally  for  its 
beautiful,  almost  orchid-like  flowers,  which  it  pro- 
duces from  early  summer  until  late  fall.  Seed  should 
be  sown  early  in  spring  in  a hot  bed  or  window  and 
transplanted  when  weather  is  settled  or  directly  out  of 
doors  after  danger  of  frost. 


SCARLET  RUNNER  BEANS— Per  lb.  30c;  pkt.  5c 

A great  favorite  not  only  as  an  ornamental  climber  but 
for  the  delicious  edible  beans  which  suceed  the  bright 
scarlet  sprays  of  pea-shaped  blossoms. 

SCHIZANTHUS — (Butterfly  or  Fringe  Flower).  Mixed. 

Pkt  5c 

The  Schizanthus  has  been  called  the  “poor  man’s  or- 
chid” on  account  of  their  easy  culture  and  resemblance 
in  form  and  variety  of  coloring  to  some  of  the  floral 
aristocrats.  May  be  sown  out  of  doors  in  spring  where 
they  are  to  remain,  or  started  inside  and  transplanted 
when  the  weather  is  suitable.  A sowing  made  in 
spring  will  give  an  abundance  of  bloom  through  the 
summer. 


SHASTA  DAISY — (New) Pkt.  10c 

The  most  free  blooming  variety  of  the  Marguerite 
Daisy  faimly;  will  bloom  in  6 months  from  seed. 


SNAPDRAGON — (See  Antirrhinum). 

STATICE— (Sea  Lavender).  Hybrids,  mixed Pkt.  10c 

These  useful  plants  bear  everlasting  flowers  that  last 
a long  time  after  cutting,  and  are  very  easy  of  culture. 

STOCKS — (Large  Flowering  German,  Ten  Weeks’  Double) 

Pkt 10c;  3 pkts.  25c;  6 pkts.  50c 

In  separate  colors,  snow  white,  violet,  white  tinted 
lilac,  brilliant  rose,  dark  blue,  blood  red,  dark  purple, 
light  blue,  canary  yellow. 


SCABIOSA — (Mourning  Bride).  Improved  Large  Flower- 
ing. Mixed  colors Pkt.  5c 

They  grow  about  2y2  feet  high,  and  come  into  bloom 
early  in  July,  and  continue  without  interruption  until 
hard  frost.  The  beautiful  flowers  in  exquisite  shades 
are  borne  on  long  stems,  and  when  cut,  keep  in  perfect 
condition  for  the  best  part  of  a week.  They  make 
effective  borders  or  beds,  and  no  garden  is  complete 
without  Scabiosa,  especially  where  flowers  are  wanted 
for  cutting. 


Scabiosa — Mourning  Bride. 


m 

Oriental  Poppy. 

PYRETHRUM  COMET-FLOWERED— (Roseum  Hybrid- 

urn  Grandiflorum) 

Pkt 25c 

A selection  of  the 
useful  and  ex- 
tremely  free 
blooming  perennial 
Pyrethrums.  The 
flowers  are  large 
(2  to  3 inches 
across),  either  sin- 
gle or  semi-double, 
and  of  the  most  bi- 
zarre form,  the  pe- 
tals being  rolled, 
twisted  or  some- 
times tangled  to- 
gether. A similar 
range  of  color  will 
be  found  in  these 
fine ' Comet-flower- 
ed Pyrethrums  as 
among  the  ordin- 
ary type,  i.  e.  from 
pure  white  flesh 
color  and  rose  to 
brilliant  carmine 

Pyrethrum  Comet  Flowered.  and  blood  red. 


64 


FLOWER  SEEDS— (Continued) . 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


STOCKS— (Ten  Weeks).  Mixed. 

Pkt 5c 

These  popular  plants  are  gen- 
erally grown  both  for  the  bril- 
liance and  profusion  of  their 
blossoms  and  their  fragrance. 
They  are  quite  indispensable; 
easily  cultivated. 

STOCKS — (Virginia).  Mixed  Pkt.  5c 
Beautifully  fragrant  dwarf  an- 
nuals with  bright  colored  flow- 
ers, making  the  garden  gay  in 
early  summer.  Height  6 inches. 
STRAWFLOWERS— (Everlastings) 

Pkt 5c 

These  are  mostly  annuals  with 
straw-like  flowers  that  keep 
their  form  and  color  for  years. 
Graceful  and  pretty,  half-hardy 
annuals,  pretty  in  beds  or  pots. 

Ammobium  Alatum — 2 feet.  Large  . flowered,  with 
handsome  double  white  flowers;  useful  either  in  the 
garden  or  for  winter  bouquets;  cut  before  the  .buds 
open. 

Helichrysum — Showy,  easily  grown  annuals  for  the 
border;  fine  for  winter  bouquets;  cut  before  the 
buds  expand.  Mixed  colors. 

XerantJhemum — A hardy  annual,  1 foot  high,  bearing 
handsome,  double  flowers  on  long  stems;  colors 
mostly  white,  blue  and  purple;  cut  when  fully  de- 
veloped. One  of  our  best  everlastings,  and  easily 
grown. 


Stocks — 

German  Doubie. 
Acrolinium — 1 foot. 


SUNFLOWER ....Pound,  25c;  pkt.  5c 

The  common  large  flowering  variety  with  great  brown 
centers  and  an  edge  of  yellow  petals.  The  seed  is  used  < 
for  bird  and  chicken  feed. 

SUNFLOWER— (Helianthus  Miniature). . ...  „0z.  25c;  pkt.  5c 
Chrysanthemum  flowered.  Hardy  annuals’  growing 
from  3 to  6 feet.  Of  the  easiest  culture  and  suitable 


Salpiglossis — (Painted  Tongue). 


for  a stately  row  or  background,  or  even  for  bedding. 
Large  densely  double,  bright  golden  flowers.  The 
plant  branches  and  affords  fine,  long  stout  stems  for 
cutting. 

SUNFLOWER— (Californicus) Oz.  25c;  pkt.  10c 

The  plant  of  this  fine  variety  is  well  branched  and 
bushy,  and  attains  a height  of  about  three  feet.  It  is 
covered  with  finely  formed  flowers,  which  are  about 
three  inches  across,  of  golden  yellow,  having  black 
discs,  and  borne  on  long  stems,  which  rise  well  above 
the  foliage. 


Sweet  William. 


SWEET  WILLIAM— (Single  Varieties).  Mixed Pkt.  5c 


More  attractive  than  the  double. 

SWEET  WILLIAM— (New  Hybrids).  Mixed Pkt.  10c 

SWEET — ALYSSUM — (See  Alyysum). 

SWEET  ROCKET— (Hesperis).  Mixed Pkt.  10c 


• A hardy  perennial,  growing  2 to  3 feet  high.  An  old- 
fashioned,  fragrent  flower,  of  the  easiest  culture,  and 
bearing  clusters  of  white  and  purple  blossoms. 

SWEET  PEAS— See  pages  66,  67,  68  and  69. 

THUNBERGIA— (Black-Eyed  Susan) Pkt.  5c 

' A beautiful  tender  climber,  3 to  5 feet  high,  with  pale 
yellow  or  orange-yellow  flowers,  having  a distinct 
black  center.  Tender  annual. 

VERBENA— (Fine  Mixed) Pkt.  5c 

Embraces  all  colors. 

VERBENA — (Peerless  Mixed). 

Pkt 10c 

Embraces  a wide  range  of  the 
most  beautiful  colors,  the  clusters 
being  of  large  size. 

VERBENA — (White,  Pink,  Striped, 

Purple,  Scarlet) Pkt.  10c 

Verbena  seed  should  be  soaked  in 
luke-warm  water  before  planting 
and  care  taken  that  the  soil  be 
very  rich.  Half  hardy  perennial 
trailer 

WALLFLOWER— (Gold  Lack). 

Single,  mixed Pkt.  5c 

Wallflowers  should  be  better 


known,  their  adaptibi lity  for  pot  Verbena. 

culture  and  out-door  bedding  and 

their  very  sweet  odor,  should  win  favor. 

WALLFLOWER— (Early  Paris  Market) Per  pkt.  10c 


This  variety,  if  sown  in  March,  will  bloom  in  July. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


FLOWER  SEEDS — {Continued) . 


65 


WALLFLOWER— (Blood  Red) Pkt.  10c 

This  is  a much  improved  and  selected  stock  of  the 
Annual  Wallflower  brought  out  some  years  since, 
which,  although  so  wonderfully  early,  was  a very  poor 
yellow.  We  have  ever  since  been  carefully  selecting 
this,  and  each  year  geting  nearer  to  a good  blood  red, 
and  at  last  we  have  suceeded.  If  sown  in  March  can 
be  had  in  bloom  the  following  July. 

WHITLAVIA Pkt.  5c 

An  easily  grown,  hardy  annual,  bearing  small  violet- 
blue,  cup-shaped  blossoms.  Plants  one  foot  high.  Sow 
seed  in  open  ground  in  spring  and  thin  the  young 
plants. 

WISTARIA — (Chinese  Flowering,  Tall  Blue) Pkt.  5c 

One  of  our  most  popular  hardy  climbers,  growing  to 
a height  of  fifty  feet.  The  flowers  are  abundantly 
borne  in  spring  on  long  drooping  racemes  of  light  blue 
before  the  leaves  appear. 

WILD  CUCUMBERS J4- lb . 40c;  oz.  15c;  pkt.  5c 

Ornamental  climbing  cucumber  with  curious  fruit,  re- 
markable for  its  luxuriance  and  rapidity  of  growth. 

WILD  FLOWER  MIXTURE Pkt.  5c 

A delightful  surprise  to  thousands  of  flower  lovers. 
Not  a tame  garden  of  wild  flowers,  but  a wild  garden 
of  tame  flowers.  A mixture  of  the  choicest  seeds, 
mostly  annuals,  to  be  sown  hap-hazard,  in  a promiscu- 
ous way.  The  results  are  both  surprising  and  charm- 

incrt 

WILD  FLOWER  GARDEN — (Or  Mixture  of  All  Kinds  of 

Flower  Seeds) Pkt.  5c 

Any  one  who  has  planted  and  cultivated  flowers  in 
neatly  laid  out  beds  and  borders  is  aware  of  the  labor 
and  constant  attention  required  to  produce  the  desired 
effect.  To  those  who  cannot  give  this  care  “Tim  Wild 
Flower  Garden”  presents  a substitute  which,  for  its 
unusual  and  varied  effect,  has  no  equal.  The  seeds  we 
offer  for  the  “Wild  Flower  Garden”  are  a mixture  of 
150  different  varieties. 

XERANTHEMUM — (Everlasting  or  Immortelle) Pkt.  5c 

One  of  the  prettiest  and  most  satisfactory  of  the  Ever- 
lastings, bearing  an  abundance  of  bright  rose,  purple 
and  white  flowers,  which  are  not  only  showy  in  the 
garden,  but  very  useful  as  dried  flowers  in  winter 
bouquets.  Grows  about  3 feet  high,  and  can  be  sown 
in  the  open  ground  early  in  May,  growing  readily  in 
any  open,  sunny  position,  remaining  in  bloom  from 
early  summer  till  frost.  Mixed  colors. 


ZINNIA 

A half  hardy  annual  growing  from  1 to  2 feet  high.  The 
colors  are  in  great  variety  and  very  bright.  Probably  no 
flower  has  such  an  assortment  of  shades,  tints  and  colors, 
and  no  bedding  plant  is  more  effective  for  a brilliant  show. 
Sow  in  boxes  early  and  transplant. 


I 


ZINNIA— (Curled  and  Crested).  Mixed Pkt.  10c 

A fine  mixture  of  colors.  The  petals  are  curled  and 
the  flowers  large  and  attractive. 

ZINNIA — (Double  Liliput).  Mixed Pkt,  5c 


A dwarf  plant,  1 foot  high,  bearing  rattier  small,  very 
double  flowers. 


Long-Stemmed  Flowers  from  Seed  suitable  for  Bouquets  or  Vases 


Aquilegia 

Asters 

Calliopsis 

Carnation 

Centaurea 


Chrysanthemum 

Coreopsis 

Cosmos1 

Delphinium 

Dianthus 


Gaillardia 

Gladiolus 

Gypsopliila 

Larkspur 

Lobelia, 


Marigold 

Mignonette 

Dahlias 

Poppy 

Salpiglosis 


Scabiosa 
Stocks 
Sunflowers 
Sweet  Peas 
Zinnias 


Abronia 
Alyssum 
Carnations 
Dianthus,  Hardy 


Fragrant  Flowers  from  Seed 

Varieties  marked  H.  P.  are  Hardy  Perennials. 


Geranium 
Heliotrope 
Lavender,  H.  P. 
Matthiola 


Mignonette 
Mimulus 
Nicotiana 
Pinks,  H.  P. 


Scabiosa 
Stocks 
Sweet  Peas 
Sweet  WUlliam.  H. 


Verbena,  Lemon 
Wallflower,  H.  P. 


Ornamental  Foliage  Plants  grown  from  Seeds 


Amaranthus 

Canna 


Cineraria 

Coleus 


Marvel  of  Peru 
Kochia 


Pyrethrum 

Ricinus 


Drooping  Plants  for  Vases,  Hanging  Baskets,  etc. 


Alyssum 

Asparagus  Sprengeri 
Calendula 


Maurandia  Petunia 

Nasturtium,  Tall  Vinca 

Oxalis 


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FLO  W ER  SEEDS — ( C ontmued) . 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


State  Nursery  Co.’s 

Spencer 

Sweet 

Peas 


(The  Waved  Type) 

Our  Sweet  Peas  are 
carefully  grown  by 
experienced  men  from 
selected  Stock  Seed 
and  better  seed  cannot 
be  bad  in  this  country 
than  is  supplied  by 
us. 


Spencer  Type  of  Sweet  Pea. 


AFTERGLOW.  Per  Oz. 

A new,  distinct  break  in  color,  strong  grower,  plenty  of  Fours,  colors  standard  violet,  shading  to 

Amethyst;  wings  electric  blue $1.00 

AMERICA. 

White  ground,  heavily  striped  and  flaked  with  bright  crimson  scarlet,  a large,  bold  flower  of 

splendid  form 40 

APPLE  RLOSSOM. 

Standard;  very  bright  rose  wings.  Wings  white  tinged  and  shaded  with  pink 40 

ASTA  OHN. 

A soft  pinkish  lavender  self  color;  flowers  large  and  beautifully  waved,  a charming  variety 50 


AURORA. 

Flowers  white,  mottled  and  flaked  with  bright  orange  pink 

RARRARA. 

A magnificent  salmon-orange  colored  flower;  blooms  almost  twice  the  size  of  the  well  known 


Earl  Spencer ‘ 1.00 

BEATRICE. 

White  ground  tinted  with  soft  pink,  with  buff  on  the  Standard;  a beautiful  and  large  flower 40 


Per  Pkt. 
of 

60  Seeds  10c 

100  Seeds  10c 
100  Seeds  10c 
100  Seeds  10c 
100  Seeds  10c 

60  Seeds  10c 
100  Seeds  10c 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


FLOWER  SEEDS — ( Continued ). 


67 


A giant  rosy-lilac,  finely  waved. 


BERTRAND  DEAL. 

Quite  a distinct  shade  from  any  other  Spencer  Sweet  Pea 


Per  Oz. 

. 1.00 


BLANCHE  FERRY. 


A giant  type  of  Spencer  form  with  rose  standard  and  white  wings 40 

BOUQUET. 

Buff  ground,  with  brilliant  rosy-salmon  watering  on  standard,  much  intensified  on  wings.  A 

gem  for  decorations 80 

C APTAIN  OF  THE  BLUES. 

Pure  purple,  the  margin  of  the  petals  is  margined.  Very  large  and  distinct 40 

CHAS.  FOSTER. 

Mauve  and  pink;  a distinct  and  superb  Sweet  Pea 1.00 

CLARA  CURTIS. 

A beautifully  waved  cream  of  good  substance,  usually  has  four  perfect  flowers  on  a stem 40 


COUNTESS  SPENCER. 

The  original  Giant  Flowered  Spencer,  with  finest  waved  standard  and  wings  clear  pink,  deepening 
toward  edges 


DUPLEX  CRIMSON  KING. 

A rich  blood  red  self  color,  in  the 
Giant  double  standard  type 


DUPLEX  SPENCER. 

A rich  cream  pink.  Practically  all 
the  plants  give  flowers  with 
double  or  triple  standards 1.00 

EDROM  BEAUTY. 

The  best  salmon  pink  in  existence 

to  date 1.00 

ELFRIDA  PEARSON. 

Large  pale  pink  flower,  the  buds 
and  young  flowers  having  a 
distinct  tint  of  buff 1.00 


ENCHANTRESS. 

Bright  pink,  shading  a little  deeper 
at  the  edges.  Practically  the 
same  as  Countess  Spencer 

ERIC  HARVEY. 

One  of  the  newest  and  best  white 

splashed  and  bordered 1.00 

FLORA  NORTON. 

A very  pleasing  light  blue  of  good 

form  with  extra  long  stems 

FLORENCE  NIGHTINGALE. 

A very  large,  finely  waved  bluish 

lavender  ; 80 

FLORENCE  MORSE. 

Standard  richly  flushed  with  a 
beautiful  distinct  shade  of 
pink;  wings  soft,  bluish  pink 40 

GEORGE  HERBERT. 

Rose  crimson,  suffused  with  Ma- 
genta; showing  veins  in  wings  40 


HELEN  LEWIS. 

Blooms  large  orange  salmon  with 
pink,  especially  bright  orange 
standard  50 

ISABEL  MALCOLM. 

A lovely  cream  Spencer 80 

JULIET. 

Apricot  pink  on  a lemon  ground, 
a valuable  addition  to  the 
Spencer  family  80 

KING  EDWARD  VII. 

The  best  pure  red  Spencer,  very 

large,  with  immense  wings 50 


Per  Pkt. 
of 

60  Seeds  10c 
100  Seeds  10c 

100  Seeds  10c 
100  Seeds  10c 
60  Seeds  10c 
100  Seeds  10c 

100  Seeds  10c 

60  Seeds  10c 

60  Seeds  10c 
60  Seeds  10c 

60  Seeds  10u 

100  Seeds  10c 
60  Seeds  10c 
100  Seeds  10c 
100  Seeds  10c 

100  Seeds  10c 
100  Seeds  10c 

100  Seeds  10c 
100  Seeds  10c 

100  Seeds  10c 
100  Seeds  10c 


68 


FLOWER  SEEDS— (Continued). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


LADY  KNOX. 


Per  Oz.  Per  Pkt. 


LOVELY. 

Standard  and  wings  both  deep  pink,  shading  to  very  light  pink  at  the  edges,  very  vigorous  grower 


MARY  GARDEN. 

A very  light  cream  pink.  One  of  the  new  Spencers 

MARGARET  ATLEE. 

The  shade  of  pink  found  in  Margaret  Atlee  is  entirely  a new  shade,  and  commands  attention. 
Its  color  is  a warm  salmon  pink,  perfectly  suffused  over  a cream  ground 

MASTERPIECE. 

A splendid  lavender  Spencer  slightly  tinted  mauve.  Stems  nearly  always  carry  four  blossoms.... 

MAUD  HOLMES. 

Rich  crimson  Spencer,  fine  large  sun-proof  flower 

MRS.  HUGH  DICKSON. 

jOne  of  the  best  Spencers,  an  immense  cream  pink 

MRS.  ROUTZAHN. 

Buff  or  apricot  ground,  flushed  and  suffused  with  delicate  pink.  A beautiful  flower 

OTHELLO. 

Rich  maroon  of  immense  size,  with  large  drooping  wings.  One  of  the  best  dark  Sweet  Peas 

PARADISE. 


PEARL  GRAY. 

Very  fine  lavender  on  primrose  ground;  the  general  effect  is  a pretty  bluish  gray 

PRIMROSE. 

Deep  primrose  or  creamy  yellow  of  largest  size 

QUEEN  VICTORIA. 

Light  primrose,  self-colored;  the  bud  and  newly  opened  blossoms  show  a tint  of  pink,  but  fully 


SANKEY  SPENCER. 

A black-seeded  pure  white  Spencer  of  the  finest  type  and  good  size.. 

SEA  FOAM. 

Fine  primrose  with  a suggestion  of  buff  or  Old  Ivory 

STERLING  STENT. 

A deep  salrhon  colored  flower;  less  influenced  by  weather  than  any  otl 

TENNANT. 


THOMAS  STEVENSON. 

Bright  orange  scarlet,  almost  a self-color.  One  of  the  newest 

WHITE  SPENCER. 


SPENCER  MIXED  HYBRIDS. 


; .80 

100 

of 

Seeds 

10c 

.40 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

100 

Seeds 

10  c 

.... 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

.80 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

.50 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

.40 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

.40 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

1.00 

60 

Seeds 

10c 

.40 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

.40 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

.40 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

.80 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

1.00 

60 

Seeds 

10c 

.40 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

.80 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

.50 

100 

Seeds 

10c 

1 oz.  40c; 

%-oz. 

20c 

SPECIAL  OFFER  of  Spencer  Sweet  Peas 

We  will  send  you  one  Pkg.  each  of  the  44  varieties 
named  above  for  $3.00 

OR 

Your  Choice  of  13  varieties,  1 Pkg.  each,  $1.20 

OR 

Our  Choice  of  1 3 varieties,  1 Pkg.  each,  $ 1 .00 
These  Special  Offers  are  not  subject  to  any  further  Discount. 


Perennial  Peas  (Lathyrus  Latifolius) 


Everlasting  Peas. 


EVERLASTING  PEAS. 


Pink  Beauty — White  edged  and  shaded  pink. 

Crimson — Very  striking 

White — A fine  sort  for  cutting 

Mixed — A useful  assortment .' 


Pkt. 

oz. 

lbs. 

.10 

.35 

2.00 

.10 

.35 

2.00 

.10 

.35 

2.00 

.10 

.35 

2.00 

HELENA,  MONTANA. 


FLOWER.  SEEDS — (Continued) . 


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Sweet  Peas  (Grandiflora  Varieties) 

WHITE.  Oz.  Vt  lb.  1 lb. 

Emily  Henderson — Pure  white,  white  seeded $0.10  $0.30  $1.00 

Blanche  Burpee — A graceful  white  seeded . . 10  .30  1.00 

Dorothy  Eckford — White  seeded,  one  of  the  best r _ .10  .30  1.00 

Shasta — Large  white  seeded  variety 10  .30  1.00 

White  Wonder — Pure  double  white 10  .30  1.00 

Nora  Unwin — Very  fine  and  pure  white  seeded .10  .30  1.00 

LIGHT  PINK. 

Prima  Donna — Pure  pink,  self  colored 10  .30  1.00 

Gladys  Unwin — Clear  light  pink 10  .30  1.00 

Katherine  Treacy — Soft  pink 10  .30  1.00 

Mrs.  Alf  Watkins — Standard  pink  shading  to  buff  and  blush 20  .40 

PRIMBOSE. 

Mrs.  Kenyon — Large  clear  primrose 10 

Mrs.  Collier — Clear  primrose  yellow 10  .30 

LIGHT  PINK  AND  PRIMROSE. 

Sybil  Eckford— Salmon  and  buff '. 10  .30  1.00 

Audrey  Crier — Pink  and  buff 20 

PINK  AND  WHITE. 

Apple  Blossom — Pink  and  wiiite 10  .30  1.00 

Blanche  Ferry — Bright  rose  and  white : 10  .30  1.00 

LIGHT  PINK  SHADED  WITH  DEEPER  PINK. 

Lovely — Deep  pink 10  .30  1.00 

Janet  Scott — Bright  deep  pink '. 10  .30  1.00 

ORANGE  PINK  OR  SALMON  SHADES. 

Helen  Lewis — Orange-crimson  with  rose  very  large 20  .50 

Bolton’s  Pink — Salmon  pink,  veined  rose .10  .30  1.00 

Miss  Wilmott — Orange  pink .....: 10  .30  1.00 

Lady  Mary  Currie — Crimson  orange 10  .30  1.00 

Aurora — Orange  rose,  striped  on  white 10  .30  1.00  * 

Gorgeous — Scarlet  orange .10  .30  1.00 

SHADES  OF  RED. 

Scarlet  Gem — Bright  scarlet 10  .30  1.00 

Queen  Alexander — Bright  scarlet  red,  self  colored 10  .30  1.00 

Firefly — Bright  red  with  tint  of  crimson 10  .30  1.00 

King  Edward  VII — Deep  red 10  .30  1.00 

Salopian — Pure  red 10  .30  1.00 

MAROON. 

Othello — Very  dark  maroon 10  .30  1.00 

Black  Knight — Dark  maroon,  veined  black 10  .30  1.00 

Horace  Wright — Maroon  and  violet =-... 10  .30  1.00 

CLEAR  CRIMSON. 

Prince  of  Wales — Rose  crimson 10  .30  1.00 

Her  Majesty — Light  rose  crimson , 10  .30  1.00 

Geo.  Herbert — Rose  carmine , 20 

Jno.  Ingman — Rose  carmine,  veined  deeper 20 

LAVENDER. 

Lady  G.  Hamilton — Light  mauve 10  .30  1.00 

New  Countess  or  Countess  of  Radnor 10  .30  1.00 

Frank  Dolby — Very  fine  form 20  .50 

Mrs.  Geo.  Higginson — Light  lavender 10  .30  1.00 

LAVENDER  AND  WHITE  PICOTEE  EDGE. 

Phenomenal — Shaded,  edged  lilac 10  .30  1.00 

Lottie  Eckford — Heavily  shaded  lavender 1 10  .30  1.00 

Maid  of  Honor — Lightly  shaded  lavender ; 10  .30  1.00 

LIGHT  PURPLE. 

Mrs.  Walter  Wright — Rose  purple , 10  .30  1.00 

BLUE. 

Flora  Norton — Bright  sky  blue 10  .30  1.00 

Capt.  of  the  Blues — Blue  shaded  purple - 10  .30  1.00 

BLUE  MOTTLED  WHITE. 

Helen  Pierce — Bright  blue,  mottled  with  white 10  .30  1.00 

PURPLE. 

Duke  of  Westminster — Clear  purple , 10  .30  1.00 

Navy  Blue — Indigo  and  violet - 10  .30  1.00 

SWEET  PEAS— MIXTURE. 

Peerless  Mixed — The  best  Grandiflora  Mixtures,  colors  well  proportioned 10  .30  1.00 

Light  Colors  Mixed — Our  best  mixed  of  all  light  varieties 10  .30  1.00 

Cupid  Mixed — Low  growing,  suitable  for  borders  and  driveways 10  .30  1.00 

Bush  Mixed — A medium  height  variety,  very  fine 10  .30  1.00 


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VEGETABLE  SEEDS . 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


General  List  of  Vegetable  Seeds 


JERUSALEM  ARTICHOKE. 


Beans — (Refugee  Wax). 


Beans — (Golden  Wax). 


ARTICHOKE  ROOTS— (Dry  Farmed). 

1 lb.,  postpaid 20c;  10  lbs.  80c;  100  lbs.  $6.50 

Most  valuable  food  for  hogs  that  can  be  grown.  Every 
hog  raiser  should  plant  them.  After  one  acre  is  planted 
their  value  will  be  so  appreciated  that  larger  areas  will  be 
devoted  to  them.  They  are  not  only  very  healthful,  but  as 
a fattening  agent  are  unexcelled.  They  yield  very  heavily, 
300  to  350  bushels  to  the  acre  being  realized  on  good  soil.  It 
is  not  necessary  to  dig  them,  for  if  given  an  opportunity, 
the  hogs  will  help  themselves. 

Not  only  are  they  valuable  for  hogs,  but  are  an  excel- 
lent food  for  cattle,  sheep  and  horses.  Fed  to  milch  cows, 
they  are  for  the  production  of  milk  equal  if  not  superior 
to  bran. 

Artichokes  need  planting  but  once,  and  little  or  no  cul- 
ture after  the  first  year.  Cut  as  potatoes,  only  smaller; 
plant  in  rows  three  and  one-half  feet  apart.  Plow  deep, 
plant  shallow,  .say  two  inches.  The  second  year,  break 
up  the  ground  as  for  corn;  they  will  come  up  thickly  all 
over  the  surface. 

Those  wishing  to  purchase  should  place  orders  very 
early,  to  be  shipped  as  soon  as  favorable  weather  arrives. 
By  freight  or  express  at  purchaser’s  expense. 

ASPARAGUS 

One  of  the  earliest  spring 
vegetables.  It  requires  a deep, 
rich,  mellow  soil.  Sow  early 
in  the  spring  in  drills 
2 inches  deep  and  12  inches 
apart  if  to  be  cultivated  by 
hand.  One  ounce  of  seed  will 
make  about  500  plants. 
When  the  plants  are  one  or 
two  years  old  (one  is  best, 
as  a better  crown  will  form) 
transplant  to  rows  5 feet 
apart  and  18  inches  apart  in 
the  row.  Cover  the  soil  4 
to  5 inches  deep  with  well 
rotted  manure  and  disc  well — 
then  plow  as  deep  as  possi- 
ble and  fine  with  harrow. 
Turn  furrows  5 feet  apart, 
about  6 inches  deep.  Place 
plants  in  these  about  18 
inches  apart,  with  the  roots 
well  spread  out.  Turn  a 
light  furrow  back  over  them 
Asparagus.  and  level  with  the  harrow  by 

cross  harrowing. 


ASPARAGUS — (Conover’s  Colossal).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  lb.  75c 
The  favorite  in  our  western  market,  having  a pink 
tinge,  and  very  fine  flavor,  of  vigorous  growth,  none 
better. 

ASPARAGUS— (Palmetto)...., Oz.  10c;  lb.  75c 

The  plants  are  strong  and  vigorous  in  growth,  produc- 
ing large,  thick,  dark-green  shoots,  with  a distinctly 
pointed  head  or  tip,  as  contrasted  with  the  rounded 
head  of  the  other  large-stalked  varieties. 

BEANS 

(2  lbs.  to  100  ft,  in  drills,  or  150  hills;  120  lbs.  to  the  acre, 

in  drills). 

A succession  of  sowing  can  be  made  from  the  first  week 

in  May  until  July.  Plant  in  drills  about  2 inches  deep,  and 

from  18  inches  to  2 feet  apart,  according  to  the  richness  of 

the  soil;  the  poorer  the  soil,  the  closer  they  can  be  planted. 

The  seed  should  be  dropped  about  2 inches  apart. 

BEANS— (Dwarf  Wax  Sorts) 

BEANS — (Refugee  Wax) y2  pint  carton,  10c;  1 lb. 

postpaid,  30c;  10  lbs $1.65 

Very  productive,  second  early,  with  vines  strong  and 
bushy.  Bears  round,  slender,  light  golden  yellow  pods, 
5 inches  long,  meaty,  brittle  and  stringless;  will  with- 
stand a frost  better  than  other  wax  varieties. 

BEANS — (Improved  Golden  Wax).  y2  pint  carton  10c;  (1  lb. 

postpaid,  25c;  10  lbs $1.65 

Probably  the  best  known  of  all  Wax  Beans;  it  is  the 
ideal  Wax  Bean.  Very  prolific.  Thick  fleshed  and 
stringless. 

BEANS — (Improved  Black  Wax).  y2  pint  carton,  10c;  (lb. 

30c,  postpaid);  10  lbs $1.65 

An  old  favorite,  which  is  universally  popular.  Round, 
full,  fleshy  pods  of  excellent  flavor.  The  earliest  wax 
beans 

BEANS — Wardwell  Kidney  Wax)  y2  pint  carton  10c;  (1  lb. 

25c,  postpaid) ; 10  lbs $1.65 

For  market  the  best  wax  bean  to  grow  early  is  Ward- 
well’s  Kidney  Wax.  It  is  the  most  prolific,  very  tend- 
er and  entirely  stringless;  also  a good  shipper.  The 
pods  are  nearly  straight,  so  that  they  pack  nicely  and 
always  look  well. 

BEANS — (Davis’  White  Wax)  y2  pint  carton 10c 

(1  lb.  30c,  Postpaid);  10  lbs $1.65 

Is  a very  productive  sort.  Pods  long,  straight  and 
thick.  Beans  white,  kidney  shaped. 

BEANS — (Currie’s  Rust  Proof  Wax).  (1  lb.  30c,  Postpaid) ; 

10  lbs $1.65 

Very  early,  productive,  free  from  blight  and  rust.  Pods 
long,  flat,  tender  and  of  fine  quality. 


N.  B.— Deduct  8c.  per  lb.  if  ordering  Beans,  Peas,  or  Corn  by  Express  at  Postpaid  Prices. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS — ( Continued ) 


71 


BEANS — (Dwarf  or  Snap  Green  Podded) 

BEANS — (Peerless  Long  Yellow  Six  Weeeks)  Yz  pint 

cartons,  10c;  ,1b.  30c  postpaid);  10  lbs $1.65 

Early,  full,  flat,  green  pod,  an  old  favorite,  im- 
proved. 

BEANS — (Extra  Early  Befugee).  (Per  lb.  30c 

postpaid) ; 10  lbs $1.60 

Is  very  productive,  quality  unexcelled,  free 
from  siring;  pods  tender  and  fleshy. 

BEANS — (Stringless  Green  Pod).  Yz  pint  cartons, 

10c;  (lb.,  postpaid,  30c);  10  lbs $1.65 

A most  valuable  addition  to  our  green  podded 
sorts.  The  vine  is  vigorous,  spreading  and  very 
productive.  The  pods  are  larger  and  a little 
coarser  in  texture  than  those  of  the  Red  Val- 
entine, but  are  quite  as  fleshy,  of  equally  high 
quality  and  remain  crisp  and  tender  longer. 
Highly  recommended. 

BEANS — (Mohawk) (Per  lb.  30c,  postpaid); 

10  lbs $1.60 

This  variety  stands  cold  better  than  any  other 
bush  varieties;  excellent  quality. 

BEANS — (Longfellow) Yz  pint  cartons,  10c: 

(lb.,  postpaid  30c);  10  lbs $1.65 

An  extra  early  snap-short,  long  green 
podded  variety,  always  tender  and  de- 
licious, ready  for  use  4 or  5 days  earlier 
than  other  green  podded  beans. 

BEANS — (Extra  Early  Red  Valentine). 

Yz  pint  cartons.  10c;  (lb.,  postpaid,  300); 

10  lbs $1.60 

Long,  full,  flat,  green  pods,  10  days 
earlier  than  the  old  Valentine 


Longfellow. 


Beans — (Ward well’s  Kidney  Wax). 

BEANS — (Dwarf  or  Bush) 

BEANS — (Peerless  Bush  Lima).  (Per  lb.,  30c,  postpaid) ; 

10  lbs $2.25 

Fine  flavor,  full,  sweet  and  succulent,  becoming  very 
popular;  is  also  an  excellent  dry  bean;  earliest  of  all. 

BEANS — (Dwarf  Lima).  (Per  lb.  30c,  postpaid) ; 10  lbs,  $2.25 
Large  white;  is  the  earliest  Lima  Bean  in  cultivation; 
a great  favorite  for  the  family  garden. 

BEANS — (Broad  Windsor).  Yz  lb.  15c.;  (lb.  30c,  postpaid) 
This  class  is  very  hardy,  and  should  be  planted  as  soon 
as  the  soil  is  in  good  state  in  the  spring.  Plant  four 
inches  apart  and  2 inches  deep,  in  drills  three  feet 
apart.  To  insure  well  filled  pods,  pinch  off  the  tops 
as  soon  as  pods  begin  to  set. 


Beans — (Kentucky  Wonder). 


Stringless 

Green 

Pod. 


BEANS — (Pole  or  Running) 

BEANS — (Peerless  Kentucky  Wonder).  (Per  lb.  30c,  post- 
paid) ; 10  lbs , $2.00 

An  enormously  productive  variety;  entirely  stringless, 
large,  tender  pods;  best  pole  bean  for  market  gar- 
deners. 

BEANS — (Peerless  Scarlet  Runner).  (Per  lb.  30c,  postpaid) ; 

10  lbs -$2.50 

An  English  bean  of  great  merit;  very  tender  and  sweet; 
also  grown  as  oranmental  flowering  vine  for  trellises. 

BEANS— (Lazy  Wife’s  or  Creaseback).  (Per  lb.  30c,  post- 
paid) ; 10  lbs - $2.00 

Immensely  popular,  pods  medium  dark  green  color, 
from  4 Yz  to  6 inches  long:  very  fleshy  and  stringless; 
when  ripe  are  excellent  shell  beans. 


Six  Weeks 
Long  Yellow 


Beans — (Scarlet  Runner). 


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VEGETABLE  SEEDS—  (Continued) . 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


BEET — (Crimson  Globe).  Per  oz.  10c;  V4  lb.  40c;  lb.  $1.50 
Beets  may  come  and  Beets  may  go,  but  still  the  Crim- 
son Globe  retains  Us  position  as  the  best  Beet  for  the 
market  gardener,  as  well  as  for  the  private  garden.  A 
constant  steady  demand  from  the  same  gardeners  year 
after  year  should  be  sufficient  indorsement  for  this 
Beet.  It  is  very  symmetrical  with  small  tap  root  and 
but  few  fibrous  roots;  color  outside  is  deep  blood-red; 
inside  layers  of  blood-red  and  light-red  alternately. 
When  cooked  are  a beautiful  dark  red  throughout, 
fine-grained  and  unsurpassed  in  quality.  It  continues 
to  grow  until  late  in  the  fall.  One  sowing  only  is  nec- 
essary to  produce  early  beets  for  market  and  main 
crop  for  winter  use. 

BEET — (Half  Long  Blood).  Per  oz.  10c;  % lb.  30c;  lb.  $1.00 
An  excellent  main  crop  beet.  A great  favorite  as  a 
table  or  field  sort.  Roots  are  deep  red  in  color,  and 
always  symmetrical  and  smooth.  The  flesh  is  of  a 
rich  dark  red  color.  In  quality  it  is  sweet,  crisp  and 
tender,  and  is  an  enormous  cropper  and  a reliable 
winter  keeper.  It  is  a heavy  beet  without  being  hard 
to  pull.  It  never  becomes  woody,  and  is  always  good 
for  table  use  or  stock  food,  whether  pulled  young  or 
old.  Becoming  very  popular  with  market  men  and 
stock  owners. 


BEET — (Extra  Early  Dark  Bed  Montana  Strain).  Per 

oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  35c;  lb $1.20 

The  market  gardeners’  beet.  For  richness  of  color 
and  exquisite  flavor  this  new  strain  cannot  be  equalled. 
Early,  rich  and  sweet. 


BEET — (Edmunds  Early  Blood  Turnip)...  Per  oz.  10c;;  Vi  lb. 

30c;  lb $1.00 

Roots  of  good  form,  turnip  shaped  and  flesh  deep  red, 
as  name  indicates.  This  is  a standard  variety,  and  one 
of  the  best. 


BEET — (Dark  Red  Egyptian).  Vz  pint  carton,  15c;  oz.  10c; 

Vi  lb.  40c;  1 lb $1.20 

Has  more  good  qualities  than  any  other  beet,  extra 
early,  sweet,  small-leaved;  color  dark  crimson. 

BEET— (Market  Gardeners’)  Oz.  15c;  Vi  lb.  50c;  1 lb.  $1.50 
Always  Good.  Never  past  its  prime.  This  grand  beet 
is  one  of  the  best  for  general  cultivation  by  market 
gardeners  and  farmers.  Makes  a very  rapid  growth 
from  the  start,  often  larger  than  Egyptian,  age  for 
age.  It  continues  to  grow  for  a long  period,  making  a 
heavy  root  for  autumn  or  winter  use.  Only  one 
sowing  is  necessary  to  produce  early  beets  for  mar- 
ket and  a main  crop  for  winter  use.  It  is  symmetri- 
cal in  form  and  of  decidedly  handsome  appearance. 

there  are  but  few  fibrous  roots 
and  the  top  is  small.  It 
should  appeal  strongly  to  busi- 
ness gardeners  and  to  every- 
body wanting  an  all  season’s 
tabic  beet. 


FIELD  BEANS 


IMPROVED  WHITE  NAVY  BEAN— (Per  lb.  20c  postpaid;; 

10  lbs.  $1.10;  100  lbs $7.50 

The  result  of  years  of  careful  growing  and  selecting. 
Far  superior  in  both  quality  and  productiveness  to  the 
common  sorts.  The  vine  is  of  medium  size,  erect, 
bearing  a profusion  of  long  pods  well  up  from  the 
ground.  The  dry  beans  are  small,  round,  pure  white, 
and  of  fine  appearance.  For  this  reason  they  are  the 
most  profitable  for  the  farmer  to  grow,  as  they  will 
always  bring  an  extra  price. 

BOSTON  YELLOW  EYE— (Lb.  20c,  postpaid);  10  lbs.  $1.10 
Almost  every  one  who  has  lived  in  New  England  knows 
the  Boston  Yellow  Eye  Bean.  While  much  larger 
quantities  of  white  beans  of  the  Navy  type  are  used 
than  of  all  other  varieties  combined,  those  who  know 
about  the  Boston  Yellow  Eye  prefer  them  to  any  other 
bean  for  cooking,  as  they  possess  a richness  and  flavor 
known  to  no  other  variety.  As  a shell  bean  they  have 
no  superior,  and  for  cooking  in  a dry  state,  no  equal. 
We  strongly  recommend  the  planting  of  the  Boston 
Yellow  Eye.  Once  used  they  are  always  wante.d 
BEANS — (In  5c  Lithographed  Packages). 

Black  Wax  Red  Valentine 

Golden  Wax  Refugee  Green 

Wardwell’s  Kidney  Wax  Mohawk 

Davis  Wax  Stringless  Green 

Early  Six  Weeks  Bush  Lima 

BROCCOLI. 

(One  ounce  will  sow  a bed  of  40  square  feet  and  pro- 
duce about  3,000  plants). 

Sow  the  first  week  in  May  in  drills  3 or  4 inches  apart, 
covering  seeds  lightly.  When  the  leaves  are  about  three 
inches  broad,  transplant  to  prepared  beds  2 feet  apart  each 
way.  Much  resembles  Cauliflower;  cultivation  the  same. 
BROCCOLI— (Snow  White)....Pkt.  5c;  oz.  50c;  Vi  lb.  $1.50 
Pure  white  color;  heads  medium  size,  close  and 
compact. 

BROCCOLI-2(Purple  Cape) Pkt.  5c;  oz.  50c;  Vi  lb.  $1.50 

Same  as  above,  excepting  color. 


TABLE  BEETS 


HOW  TO  PLANT— The  soil  should  be  rich  and  deeply 
plowed,  say  8 to  10  inches.  Sow  in  rows  from  14  to  20 
inches  apart  and  about  1 to  lVi  inches  deep.  About  6 
pounds  of  seed  to  the  acre  for  garden  or  stock  feed  and  for 
sugar  about  20  pounds  of  seed  to  the  acre.  As  soon  as  the 
plants  have  the  fifth  and  sixth  leaf,  thin  to  one  plant  each 
8 inches.  If  under  irrigation,  water 
as  soon  as  thinned.  Cultivate  often 
spid  do  not  water  again  until  abso- 
lutely necessary,  as  the  soil  will  dry 
from  the  surface  down  and  the  tap 
roots  will  follow.  Careful  tests  have 
proven  that  one  cultivation  a week 
will  give  the  best  results.  Keep  clean 
and  remember  that  cultivation  is  the 
next  thing  necessary  after  the  best 
seed  and  the  two  are  necessary  for 


success. 


Beet — (Dark  Red  Egyptian). 


Beet — (Crimson  Globe). 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


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73 


MANGOLD  WURZELS 


MANGOLD — (Mammoth  Long  Red).  (See  Cut).  y2  pint  carton,  10c:  (lb.  postpaid,  40c); 

10  lbs  . . §2.75 

Immense  yielder;  very  large,  skin  dark  red:  splendid  for  winter  feeding. 

MANGOLD— (Golden  Tankard).  (Per  lb.  postpaid,  40c) ; 10  lbs 82.75 

The dairyman’s  mangold;  fine  grained,  yellow  flesh,  rich  in  milk  producing  qualities. 

MANGOLD — (lellow  Globe).  Per  lb.,  postpaid,  40c);  10  lbs 82.75 

'W  rite  for  prices  on  Mangolds  and  Sugar  Beets  in  larger  quantities  . 

An  especially  good  variety  to  grow  if  one  has  a limited  supply  of  water;  a great  favor- 
ite for  dairymen,  making  a wonderful  increase  in  milk;  easv  to  pull  and  harvest:  tops 
are  small. 


SWISS  CHARD 


SWISS  CHARD— (Or  Sea  Kale  Beet).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  % lb. 
25  c;  1 lb 85  c 


Although  little 
known  in  America, 
this  vegetable  is 
worthy  of  a place 
in  every  garden. 
The  leaf  and  the 
leaf  stem  are  the 
parts  used  and  they 
are  much  superior 
to  thn=e  of  other 
beets  to  use  as 
green.  Later  in  the 
season  the  broad, 
flat,  beautiful,  wax- 
like leaf  stems  are 
cooked  as  a salad 
or  pickled. 


BEET— (Eclipse) Oz.  10c;  y4  lb.  30c;  lb.  81.00 

Best  variety  for  main  crop;  good  keeper,  clear  blood  red, 
sweet  and  tender. 

BEET— (Detroit  Dark  Red  Turnip) Oz.  10c:  y4  lb.  30c:  1 lb.  81.00 

One  of  the  best  early  beets  either  for  table  or  market;  small 
top.  early  maturing,  splendid  shape  and  color,  very  crisp, 
tender  and  sweet. 

BEETS — (In  5c  Lithographed  Packages). 

Extra  Early  Egyptian  Crimson  Globe 

Early  Blood  Turnip  Wanzleben  Sugar 

Early  Eclipse  Edmunds  Blood  Long  Red  Mangold 

SUGAR  BEETS  j|  [■ 

SUGAR  BEET— (Wanzleben).  fPer  lb.  post- 
paid, 40c) ; 10  lbs .....82.75 

Best  of  all  sugar  beets:  has  rather  long 
slender  root,  very  rich  in  sugar:  will  yield 
under  average  conditions  16  tons  to  the 
acre.  All  stock  men  know  that  sugar  makes 
fat,  and  will  realize  its  value  as  a stock  food. 

SUGAR  BEET — (Vilmorin’s  Improved).  (Per 

lb.  postpaid.  40c) ; 10  lbs 82.75 

This  French  variety  is  popular  with  sugar 
beet  growers;  contains  a larger  percentage  of 
sugar  and  requires  less  water  than  others. 

BEET — (Giant  Feeding  Sugar).  'Per  lb.  post- 
paid, 840:  10  lbs 82.75 

The  most  valuable  of  all  for  stock  feeding, 

very  heavy  yielder.  the  favorite  with  stock 
feeders,  easily  pulled,  growing  half  out  of 
the  ground. 

BEET — (Stock  Feeding).  (Per  lb.,  postpaid.  40c 'i 

10  lbs $2.75 

A half  Sugar  Beet  of  large  size,  which  is  a 
very  popular  variety  with  cattlemen. 

SUGAR  BEET— (Imperial  Sugar).  Per  lb.  40c: 

10  lbs 82.75 

An  improved  lane  beet,  very  large  and  a 

heavy  yielder,  will  grow  15  to  20  tons  to  the 
acre;  an  invaluable  variety  for  the  stock 
feeder,  being  rich  in  sugar. 


Beet — (Montana  Strain). 


Wanzleben 

Sugar. 


How  about 
“Phonin  g” 
your  neigh- 
bor and  hav- 
ing him  join 
you  when 
sending  in 
your  order. 


Mangold  Wurzel— (Yellow  Globe). 


Swiss  Chard. 


Mangold  Wurzel. 
Long  Red. 


74  VEGETABLE  SEEDS— {Coniimied) . HELENA,  MONTANA. 


BRUSSELS  SPROUTS 


Brussels  Sprouts. 


BRUSSELS  SPROUTS— (Species 
of  Cabbage;  cultivation  the 
same.  One  ounce  will  grow  a 
bed  of  40  square  feet,  and  pro- 
duce about  3,000  plants).  This 
is  a delicious  vegetable  superior 
to  either  Broccoli  or  Spinach. 
The  small,  cabbage-like  heads 
which  grow  upon  the  stem  are 
much  improved  by  a moderate 
frost.  Sow  in  hot-beds  in 
March  or  April,  and  in  the  open 
ground  in  May;  cultivate  same 
as  Broccoli. 

BRUSSELS  SPROUTS— (S.  N. 
Co.’s  Peerless).  Pkt.  5c;  oz,  40c; 

% lb $1.00 

An  improved  variety  growing 
about  19  inches  high;  produces 
sprouts  in  abundance.  Cut  out 
head  of  plant  when  sprouts 
have  formed. 


Reduce  the  high  cost  of  living  by  enlarging  your 
garden  this  year.  A few  dollars  more  than  usual  in- 
vested in  seeds  may  mean  the  saving  of  a hundred  dol- 
lars or  more  this  summer. 


CABBAGE 


Cabbage — (Peerless  Wakefield). 


CABBAGE — (Peerless  Wakefield).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  25c; 

lb.  75c;  lb ...$2.50 

This  Cabbage  has  been  for  many  years  the  leading 
early  Cabbage  in  America.  The  main  difficulty  has 
been  to  get  a perfectly  satisfactory  and  reliable  strain 
of  seed.  Buyers  will  find  in  Peerless  Wakefield  the 
genuine  article.  It  has  few  outer  leaves,  and  in  com- 
pactness and  regularity  cannot  be  surpassed.  The  thick 
stout  leaves  and  compact  habit  make  it  the  best  sort 
for  very  early  setting.  It  frequently  matures  inside  of 
100  days  from  sowing. 


(One  ounce  will  produce  1,500  plants;  half  pound  will 
produce  plants  for  one  acre). 

The  soil  should  be  deep  and  rich.  For  early  crop, 
grow  plants  in  hot  beds,  transplanting  to  cold  frames  and 
then  as  early  as  possible  after  danger  of  freezing  to  the 
open  ground.  Cultivate  often  and  keep  well  watered  if 
under  irrigation.  For  late  crops  sow  seed  in  open  ground 
and  transplant,  or  some  succeed  finely  by  sowing  seeds 
in  hills  where  wanted  and  thinning  to  one.  This  avoids 
the  necessity  of  waiting  for  a damp  time  to  transplant. 
CABBAGE — (Extra  Early  Express).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  30c; 

lb.  70c;  lb $2.50 

With  First  Early,  it  holds  the  place  as  the  earliest  Cab- 
bage in  cultivation,  as  it  has  produced  fair  sized,  mar- 
ketable heads  in  80  days  from  the  sowing  of  the  seed. 
There  are  few  loose  leaves,  and  almost  every  plant 
forms  a head.  It  can  be  planted  close,  and  yields  a 
large  crop.  This  is  the  earliest  of  the  many  early  Cab- 
bages of  the  catalogues. 

CABBAGE — (Large  Flat  Dutch).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  25c;  *4  lb. 

75c;  lb $2.50 

Flat  Dutch  is  comparatively  free  from  a disposition  to 
burst,  and  is  one  of  the  most  reliable  winter  keepers. 
This  strain  will  do  better  under  partial  neglect  than 
any  other  in  the  world,  possibly  excepting  Surehead. 


CABBAGE — (Enkhuizen’s  Glory).  Pkt.  10c;  Oz.  50c;  V* 

lb $1.25 

The  earliest  and  largest  white  Cabbage — very  attrac- 
tive for  market  purposes.  Solid  with  large  ball-shaped 
heads,  thin-ribbed  and  hard,  and  has  but  few  outside 
leaves;  exceedingly  tender.  It  is  a dwarf  and  compact 
grower;  allowing  close  planting;  in  fact  some  of  its 
enthusiastic  admirers  claim  it  will  yield  more  tons  per 
acre  than  any  other  variety  on  account  of  close  plant- 
ing. 

CABBAGE — (Charleston  Wakefield).  Pkt.  10c;  oz.  30c;  % 

lb.  75c;  1 lb $2.50 

The  Charleston  Wakefield  is  an  improved  and  larger 
form  of  Wakefield.  It  requires  rather  more  time  to 
reach  maturity,  but  it  yields  fully  twice  the  crop  of  the 
original  Wakefield  Cabbage.  It  is  about  a week  or  10 
days  later  than  its  parent,  and  comes  along  in  a close 
succession  to  the  earliest  Cabbage  crop.  It  is  a strain 
which  cannot  be  profitably  overlooked  by  any  gardener 
whether  it  is  intended  for  a private  garden  or  to  be 
sent  to  market. 


Cabbage — (Extra  Early  Express). 


Cabbage — (Large  Flat  Dutch). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS — ( Continued ) 


75 


CABBAGE — (Early  Winningstadt).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  20c;  XA 

lb.  70c;  i lb $2.25 

This  is  another  old  and  famous  type  of  early  Cabbage, 
but  as  in  the  case  of  Wakefield,  the  main  difficulty  is 
to  get  a strain  of  seed  representing  the  highest  grade 
of  excellence.  Such  a strain  will  be  found  in  our  Win- 
ningstadt. It  is  almost  as  early  as  Wakefield.  It  is  a 
sure  header,  even  where  other  sorts  may  fail,  and 
seems  to  be  less  liable  to  the  attack  of  the  Cabbage 
worm  than  many  other  varieties. 

CABBAGE — (Early  Summer).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  20c;  XA  lb,  60c: 

lb $2.25 

It  is  the  earliest  of  large  Cabbages,  being  at  least  a 
week  in  advance  of  any  other  strains  of  Early  Sum- 
mer. The  deep  flat  heads  are  remarkably  uniform 
in  shape,  size  ana  color.  Good  quality  and  tenderness 

ttijadIcpH  ‘fpnflVPPQ 

CABBAGE— (Surehead).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  25c:  % lb.  65c;  lb.  $2.25 
For  main  crop  is  unexcelled;  large  flatfish  round  heads 
fine  and  solid;  always  “heads.” 

CABBAGE — (Houser).  Pkt.  10c;  oz.  30c;  XA  lb $1.00 

A distinct  variety  of  winter  Cabbage.  For  a solid, 
shapely,  heavy,  sweet  cabbage,  it  cannot  be  beaten,  and 
by  reason  of  its  compact  growth  and  freedom  from 
loose  leaves,  fully  500  to  600  more  plants  can  be  grown 
to  tli0  acrG. 

CABBAGE — (Peerless  Holland).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  30c;  XA  lb. 

80c;  lb $3.00 

Most  remarkable  Cabbage  yet  produced.  Medium  sized 
heads,  very  heavy,  fine  grain,  small  stem  and  the  best 
keeper  known;  always  commands  the  best  price;  those 
who  know  this  Cabbage  will  have  no  other  for  a long 
keeper.  Sow  early  for  best  results. 

CABBAGE— (Red  Dutch).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  25c;  XA  lb.  75c; 

lb $3.00 

Used  principally  for  pickling;  solid  heads,  good  color. 
CABBAGE1 — (Peerless  Drumhead  Savoy).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  30c: 

V4  lb.  85c;  lb $3.00 

When  better  known  will  be  more  generally  grown;  de- 
licious after  slightly  frosted. 

CABBAGE — In  5c  Lithographed  Packages. 

Early  Jersey  Wakefield,  Extra  Early  Express,  Sure- 
head  . (main  crop),  Holland  (winter),  Drumhead  Savoy, 
Red  Dutch,  Winningstadt,  Large  Flat  Dutch,  Danish  Ball- 
head. 


Cauliflower — (Snowball). 


CAULIFLOWER 

(One  ounce  for  5,000  plants). 

Culture. — A gross  feeder,  and  well  repays  heavy  ma- 
nuring and  high  culture.  It  succeeds  best  on  well  drained 
soil.  For  spring  crop,  plant  the  seed  in  protected  beds 
early  in  February,  and  the  plants  will  be  ready  to  trans- 
plant probably  early  in  April.  The  young  plants  should  be 
thinned,  since  they  become  very  spindly  if  allowed  to  grow 
too  thick  in  seed  beed. 

CAULIFLOWER — (S.  N.  Co.’s  Peerless  Snowball).  Pkt  of 

about  350  seeds,  25c:  XA  oz.  80c;  oz.  $2.25;  XA  lb $8.00 

Is  the  best  all-round  Cauliflower  on  the  market — early 
or  late — for  the  family  or  the  market  garden.  It  heads 
where  others  fail.  Its  close  and  compact  growing  habit 
permits  one-third  more  to  be  planted  on  -the  same 
quantity  of  ground  than  can  be  done  with  other  varie- 
ties. 

CAULIFLOAVER — (Early  Erfurt).  Pkt.  of  350  seeds,  15c: 

XA  oz.  60c;  1 oz.  $2.00;  lb $7.00 

An  extra  early  variety;  scarcely  a plant  fails  to  pro- 
duce a head. 


Big-  Timber,  Montana,  October  15th,  1913. 

Received  of  the  State  Nursery  Company,  the  sum  of 
$10.00,  being  third  premium  offered  by  them  for  the 
largest  and  best  display  of  root  crops  shown  at  the 
Montana  State  Fair  at  Helena,  1913. 

Your  struly, 

ROBERT  MILNE. 

N.  B.  Gents,  I wish  to  thank  you  very  much  for 
your  liberality  in  encouraging  good  exhibits;  your  work 
is  commendable.  R-  MILNE. 


CAULIFLOAVER — (Early  Model).  Pkt.  of  about  350  seeds. 

15c;  XA  oz.  80c;  oz.  $2.25;  XA  lb $8.00 

Next  in  merit  to  our  Peerless  Snowball.  Early,  com- 
pact, sure  heading,  pure  white. 

CAULIFLOAA^ER — (Giant  Danish).  Pkt.  of  about  350  seeds 

10c;  oz — /. $1.00 

Is  more  resistant  to  unfavorable  seasons  than  other 
sorts,  particularly  to  dry  weather. 

CAULIFLOAATSR — (Early  Paris).  Pkt.  10c;  XA  oz.  60c;  1 


Cabbage — (Early  Winningstadt). 


Cabbage — S.  N.  Co.’s  Peerless  Holland). 


oz $1.50 

A compact,  short-stemmed  va- 
riety of  exceptional  merit,  es- 
pecially adapted  to  the  fam- 
ily garden. 


Cabbage — (Early  Summer). 


76 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS—  (Continued) . 


STATE.  NURSERY  CO. 


Cauliflower — (Giant  Danish). 


Cauliflower — (Early  Model). 


CARROTS 


Carrot — (Peerless  Shorthorn). 


(One  ounce  to  100  feet  drill;  4 pounds  to  an  acre). 

Good,  sandy  loam  is  best  adapted  for  carrots  of 
all  varieties.  The  shorter  varieties,  however,  can  be 
sown  in  heavier  lands  with  good  results. 

CARROT — (French  Forcing).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  20c;  % 

lb.  75c;  lb $1.75 

This  carrot  is  one  of  such  quick  growth  that  a 
good  name  for  it  is  the  radish  carrot,  for  it  cer- 
tainly matures  as  quickly  as  a radish.  It  has 
a very  fine  neck  and  a rather  hollow  crown.  We 
highly  recommend  it  to  all  our  customers  who 
desire  a small,  early,  delicious  Carrot  that  will 
mature  as  soon  as  many  varieties  of  radish,  but 
must  be  sown  in  very  rich  soil. 

CARROT— (Peerless  Shorthorn).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  lA 

lb.  30c;  lb $1.00 

Earliest  and  best  table  variety,  short  top,  sweet 
and  tender. 

CARROT — (Guerande).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  % lb.  2'5c 

1 lb 80c 

The  finest  carrot  for  table  use,  being 
free  from  hard  core;  very  like  the  Ox- 
heart,  but  more  highly  colored,  both 
skin  and  flesh;  roots  attain  a diameter 
of  4 inches  at  the  top,  tapering  to  2 
inches  in  a stump  root. 

CARROT — (Danvers  Half  Long).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  V2  pint  carton,  25c;  lb 90c 

An  old  favorite  of  superior  quality;  deep  orange  color;  smooth  and  hand- 
some.  ^ 

CARROT— (Half  Long  Scarlet  Stump  Rooted).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  V4  lb.  30c;  lb.  $1.00 
A variety  about  as  large  as  Danvers,  but  not  so  thick.  It  is  of  uniform  thick- 
ness from  shoulder  to  root  and  very  stump-rooted. 

CARROT — (Improved  Long  Orange).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  % lb 90c 

Excellent  variety  for  garden  or  field  culture.  Good  quality  for  dairy  cows;  at- 
tains large  size. 

CARROT — (Chantenay).  Oz.  10c;  XA  lb.  30c;  1 lb 90c 

A French  variety,  well  adapted  to  family  or  market  gardeners’s  use,  as  it  is  tender,  fine 
grained  and  sweet. 

CARROT — (Peerless  Oxheart).  Pkt.  5c.  oz.  10c;  % pint  carton,  25c;  V4  lb.  30c;  lb 90c 

Medium  early,  bright  orange  color,  fine  grained  and  sweet;  one  of  the  best  table  varieties. 
Can  be  pulled  by  hand;  well  suited  to  heavy  soils,  but  will  thrive  equally  well  in  other 
situations. 

CARROT — (Mastadon).  Oz.  10c;  lb.  30c;  lb $1.00 

A vast  improvement  on  the  White  and  Yellow  Belgian  sort.  The  roots  are  short  and  very 
heavy  at  the  shoulder,  and  frequently  measure  15  to  20  inches,  yielding  from  20  to  25  tons  to 
the  acre. 

CARROT — (White  Belgian).  Oz.  10c;  lb.  30c;  lb 85c 

Grown  extensively  for  stock  feeding.  Very  heavy  cropper. 

CARROT — (Victoria).  Oz.  10c;  V4  lb.  30c;  1 lb $1.00 

Our  records  prove  this  to  be  the  most  popular  Red  Stock  Carrot  in  the  list,  no  doubt  on  ac- 
count of  its  sweetness  and  heavy  yield. 


(Half  Long  Stump  Rooted). 


Carrot — (S.  N.  Co.’s  Oxhcart). 


Carrot — 

(French  Forcing). 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS — ( Continued ) 


77 


Carrot — (Guerande).  Celeriac. 


CARROTS — In  5c  Lithographed  Packages. 

Danvers  Half  Long,  Improved  Long  Orange,  Early 
Scarlet  Horn,  Oxheart,  Guerande,  French  Forcing. 

CELERY 

(One  ounce  will  produce  7,000  plants). 

Sow  seeds  in  a hot  bed  or  cold  frame.  As  soon  as  the 
plants  are  about  3 inches  high,  transplant  to  a nicely  pre- 
pared bed  in  the  border,  setting  them  4 or  5 inches  apart. 
When  some  8 inches  high,  and  fine  stock  plants,  set  them 
in  the  trenches.  Earth  up  a little  during  the  summer, 
keeping  the  leaf  stalks  close  together,  so  that  the  soil  can- 
not get  between  them.  Finish  earthing  up  in  autumn,  and 
never  hoe  or  earth  up  in  moist  weather. 

Keep  the  seed  bed  moist  to  insure  quick  germination 
and  vigorous  growth. 

CELERY — (“Paris  Golden  Self-Rlanching”).  Pkt.  10c;  oz.  80c 
A remarkable  early  sort,  entirely  self-blanching,  with 
beautiful  large  golden  yellow  heart,  crisp,  solid  and 
nutty. 


CELERY— (Giant  Golden  Self- 
Rlanching).  Per  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  40c; 

Y*  lb $1.25 

Our  strain  of  this  variety  is  un- 
excelled and  absolutely  reliable; 
this  sort  is  without  doubt  the 
finest  early  celery  in  cultiva- 
tion. It  is  perfectly  solid,  of  a 
fine  nutty  flavor;  attains  a good 
size  and  when  blanched  is  of  a 
handsome  golden  yellow. 
CELERY— (White  Plume).  Pkt.  5c 

oz.  40c;  V4  lb.  $1.00;  lb $2.75 

Handsome,  crisp,  self-blanching, 
easily  cultivated;  the  most  pop- 
ular with  Montana  growers; 
keeps  well  up  to  January. 
CELERY — (Montana  Perfection). 
Per  pkt.  5c;  oz.  40c;  XA  lb.  $1.00 
Finest  and  largest  winter  va- 
riety; the  best  keeper  known; 
solid,  crisp,  tender,  and  of  an  exceedingly  fine  flavor; 
more  largely  grown  here  than  all  other  varieties  put 

tne’pthpr 

CELERIAC— Pkt.  5c;  oz 25c 

Turnip  rooted  celery.  Excellent  for  soups;  will  keep 
all  winter;  roots  large,  smooth,  good  flavor. 


New  readers  of  this  Catalogue  have  no 
doubt  noticed  that  we  have  no 
pages  devoted  to  Novelties 

but  they  are  all  in  their  proper  places  through  this 
book.  The  Cabbages  are  all  together,  as  well  as  the 
Onions,  Radishes,  etc.  etc.  As  a rule  this  is  not  the 
custom  of  the  seed  trade,  but  our  customers  prefer 
each  variety  listed  together  in  this  way,  as  it  is  much 
more  convenient  for  reference,  and  saves  them  a lot 
of  trouble  when  making  out  their  orders. 


Lcici  y — » 

Celery— (White  Plume).  (Montana  Perfection). 


78 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS—  (Continued) . 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


CORN  (Sweet) 

(One  pound  for  100  hills;  15  lbs.  for  1 acre). 

Corn  thrives  best  in  warm,  rich  soil.  The  smaller 
varieties  may  be  planted  in  drills  two  and  a half  feet 
apart  and  ten  inches  apart  in  the  rows.  The  larger  kinds 
may  be  planted  in  hills  three  and  a half  feet  apart  each 
way,  allowing  three  or  four  stalks  to  remain  in  a hill. 

SWEET  CORN — (Golden  Cream).  V2  pint  carton,  15c;  (lb. 
postpaid,  40c);  by  exp.  or  freight,  lb.  30c;  10  lb.  $2.50 
The  stalks  grow  about  four  to  five  feet  high  and  bear 
from  two  to  four  ears.  The  shucks  are  tinged  with 
brown  and  the  tip  of  the  silk  is  also  lightly  brown. 
The  ears  vary  in  size  but  average  about  five  inches  in 
length.  The  flavor  is  delicious  and  in  sweetness  and 
tenderness  resembles  both  parents,  Golden  Bantam  and 
Country  Gentleman.  It  is  as  early  as  the  former,  being 
one  of  the  first  of  the  main  crop  varieties.  We  hope 
everyone  of  our  customers  who  has  a spot  in  his  gar- 
den will  try  it. 

SWEET  CORN — (Premo).  .%  pint  carton,  10c;  (1  lb.  post- 
paid, 25c;)  10  lbs $1.80 

The  new  Premo  matures  4 or  5 days  ahead  of  Cory. 
This  is  a very  important  gain  of  time,  especially  in 
view  of  the  fact  that  Premo  is  a superior  Corn  with 
larger  and  sweeter  ears  of  better  appearance.  The  ear 


Golden  Cream  Sweet  Corn. 


DEDUCT 
8c.  per  lb.  if 
ordering  Peas, 
Beans  or 
Corn  by 
Express  at 
Postpaid  Prices. 


ill  c ] Sweet  Corn — 

Sweet  Corn — (S.  N.  Co.’s  Peep  O’Day).  (Golden  Rantam). 


of  Premo  is  from  5 to  7 inches  long,  and  of  fine  shape  for 
a first  early  sort.  We  confidently  recommend  it  to  all 
gardeners,  as  its  earliness  and  table  quality  will  speedily 
bring  it  into  favor. 

SWEET  CORN — (S.  N.  Co’s  Peep  O’Day).  Vz  pint  carton,  10c; 

(1  lb.,  postpaid,  30c) ; 10  lbs $1.80 

Ten  days  earlier  than  any  other  Sweet  Corn.  Peep  O’Day 
Corn,  in  addition  to  its  sensational  earliness,  is  entirely 
distinct  in  appearance  and  habit  of  growth.  The  stalk 
grows  from  3 to  4 feet  in  height.  The  ears  average  about 
5 inches  in  length  and  are  of  perfect  form,  well  filled  out 
to  the  tip.  When  cooked,  the  corn  is  exceedingly  sweet 
and  tender. 

SWEET  CORN — (Early  Golden  Bantam).  Vz  pint  carton.  10c; 

(lb,  by  mail  postpaid,  30c);  10  lbs $1.60 

A new  variety  of  sweet  corn  which  many  people  consider 
the  richest  and  sweetest  of  all  corns.  Some  of  our  cus- 
tomers are  now  planting  this  corn  at  regular  intervals 
during  the  season,  so  that  they  may  have  it  for  tabic  use 
continually,  and  prefer  it  to  all  other  sorts,  ft  is  a me- 
dium early  variety  and  yields  very  heavily.  Our  seed  is 
raised  from  the  originator’s  stock  and  has  been  selected 
specially  for  table  quality. 

SWEET  CORN — (Early  Minnesota).  (1  lb.  postpaid.  25c); 

10  lbs $1.30 

A very  fine  second  early  strain  with  large  ears,  filled  with 
12  or  more  rows  of  handsome  white  grains  of  fine  quality. 

SWEET  CORN — (Mammoth  White  Cory).  Vz  pint  carton,  10c ; 

(1  lb.  postpaid,  25c) ; 10c  lbs $1.30 

Earliest  of  all  Cory  corn;  one  of  the  most  successful  va- 
rieties of  corn  for  Montana,  and  largely  grown  for  the 
market;  large  ears,  tender  and  delicious., 


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CUCUMBERS 


.$1.00 


Sweet  Corn — (Golden  Cream). 

CUCUMBER — (Arlington).  Oz.  10c;  lb.  30c;  1 lb 

Earliest  of  the  White  Spined  varieties.  Excellent  for  table  use.% 

CUCUMBER— (Short  Green,  also  called  Early  Frame).  Pkt.  5c;  oz  10c; 

% lb.  30c;  1 lb 

A very  productive  variety  having  fruits  of  good  length  and  handsome 
form.  Desirable  for  producing  pickles  of  medium  size  and  fine  quality 
when  sliced  for  table. 

CUCUMBER— (White  Spined  Evergreen).  Oz.  10c;  V4  lb.  30c;  1 lb $1.00 

Deep  green  color;  earlv;  one  of  the  best  shipping  varieties. 

CUCUMBER— (Early  Russian).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  % lb.  30c;  1 lb .....$1,00 

Bright  green,  crisp  and  tender  flesh;  excellent  for  table  use  or  pickling. 

CUCUMBER— (S.  N.  Co’s  Long  Green).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  V4  lb.  30c;  1 lb.  $1.00 
Not  quite  so  early  as  the  above  named  sorts,  but  admitted  by  all  to 
be  the  best  general  crop  cucumber  for  this  climate;  good 
color,  very  prolific,  crisp  and  tender. 

CUCUMBERS— (White  Wonder).  Pkt.  10;  V2  oz.  20c;  oz.  35c 
When  only  half  grown  is  exceedingly  fine  in  quality. 

Its  beautiful  white  skin  is  very  smooth;  entirely  free 
from  Spines.  They  are  solid,  tender  and  crisp,  with 
very  small  seed  cavity;  splendid  for  slicing.  Its  enor- 
mous size,  beauty  and  oddity  make  it  one  of  the  best 
cucumbers  for  exhibition  at  fairs,  never  failing  to  cap- 
ture first  prize.  The  vines  are  quite  vigorous  in  growth 
and  immensely  productive.  A desirable  home  garden 
sort,  or  for  exhibition  purposes  it  is  unsurpassed. 

CUCUMBER — (Thorburn’s  Everbearing).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c; 

y4  lb.  30c;  lb $1.00 

Small  size,  very  early  and  enormously  productive,  and 
valuable  as  a green  pickier.  It  continues  to  flower 
and  produce  fruit  until  killed  by  frost,  whether  the 
cucumbers  are  picked  off  or  not.  Remarkably  solid 
with  very  few  seeds,  and  of  fine  quality.  Invariably  of 
perfect  form  even  when  small. 

CUCUMBER — (Rollinson’s  Telegraph).  Pkt.  of  20  seeds  25c 
For  forcing.  Long  green  cucumbers  of  excellent  flavor; 
very  tender  and  solid.  We  have  grown  this  variety 
under  glass  to  a length  of  25  inches. 


(One  ounce  will  plant  fifty  hills;  one  lb.,  an  acre). 

CUCUMBER — (Cumberland).  Pkt.  5c;  1 oz.  10c;  % lb.  30c;  1 lb $1.00 

The  best  pickling  sort  yet  introduced,  being  very  handsome  and  produc- 
tive, with  flesh  firm,  but  very  crisp  and  tender.  Vines  sturdy  and 
prolific. 

CUCUMBER — (Davis  Perfect).  Pkt  5c;  oz.  10c;  % lb.  30c;  1 lb $1.00 

The  best  northern  market  cucumber  of  the  extra  long  white  spine  type. 
It  is  a new  variety,  and  since  its  introduction,  has  jumped  into  such 
prominence  that  it  may  rightfully  be  regarded  as  the  most  popular  va- 
riety of  its  type  today.  The  Davis  Perfect  has  been  most  carefully  se- 
lected by  a veteran  outdoor  and  greenhouse  grower  of  cucumbers,  for 
length,  slimness  and  its  dark  green  color.  In  spite  of  length  and  size 
it  is  a most  vigorous  grower,  and  prolific  yielder. 

CUCUMBER — (Fordhook  Famous).  Oz.  10c;  % lb.  40c;  1 lb $1.25 

A long  White  Spine  variety,  growing  from  10  to  12  inches.  Fully  as 
long  as  Long  Green  and  of  equally  good  quality. 

CUCUMBER— (Cool  and  Crisp).  Oz.  10c;  % lb.  35c;  1 lb $1.25 

A fine  garden  variety,  deep  green  and  crisp,  and  is  of  the  White  Spine 
type,  pure  white  when  ripe. 


Cucumber — (Long  Green). 


Cucumber — (Early  Russian). 


Cucumber — (S.  X.  Co.’s  Early  Frame). 


SWEET  CORN — (Montana  Market).  V2  pint  carton,  10c;  (1  lb.  postpaid, 

25c) ; 10  lbs $1.30 

Early  large  cob;  very  sweet;  most  desirable  variety. 

SWEET  CORN7— (Black  Mexican).  (1  lb.  postpaid,  20c) ; 10  lbs $1.20 

An  old  favorite;  very  attractive,  delicious  corn;  sweet,  prolific  and  early 
SWEET  CORN — In  5c  Lithographed  Packages. 

Montana  Market,  Early  Minnesota,  Mammoth  White  Cory,  Peep  O'Day, 
Golden  Bantam. 

N.  B. — Deduct  8c  per  lb.  if  ordering 
Peas,  Beans  or  Corn  by  Express  at  post- 
paid prices. 


Corn  Salad. 


CORN  SALAD — (Or  Fetticus).  Pkt.  5c; 

oz.  10c;  % lb.  25c;  lb 75c 

A salad  plant  used  as  a substitute  for 
lettuce  in  salads,  or  may  be  cooked 
like  spinach  for  greens.  It  does  well 
in  the  fall  and  spring.  On  rich  soil 
the  leaves  grow  rapidly  after  being 
cut. 


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STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


CUCUMBER — (Japanese  Climbing).  Pkt.  10c;  oz.  20c;  1 

lb $2.00 

A strong  and  vigorous  grower;  and  while  all  cucum- 
bers are  running  or  creeping  vines,  this  variety  attains 
nearly  twice  the  length  of  ordinary  sorts,  and  can  be 
grown  on  trellises,  fences,  or  poles.  The  fruits,  from 
ten  to  twelve  inches  in  length,  are  of  excellent  quality 
either  for  slicing  or  pickling. 

CUCUMBER — (In  5c  Lithographed  Packages). 

Long  Green,  Early  Russian,  Early  Frame,  Early  White 
Spine,  Everbearing,  Cumberland,  Davis  Perfect,  Cool  and 
Crisp. 


CHERVIL 

CHERVIL— (Curled).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  15c;  y4  lb 35c 

An  aromatic  herb.  The  young  leaves  are  used  in 
soups  and  salads. 

CHIVES 

CHIVES— Pkt 10  c 


A vegetable  of  the  onion  tribe,  quite  hardy  everywhere. 
The  leaves  are  slender  and  appear  very  early  in  the 
spring,  and  may  be  shorn  several  times  during  the  sea- 
son. They  are  propagated  by  divisions  of  the  root,  or 
sowing  of  seed.  The  chives  make  the  very  best  border 
for  beds  in  the  vegetable  garden,  and  are  not  only  or- 
namental, bearing  pink  flowers  and  a mass  of  green 
leaves,  but  equal  to  the  onion  for  flavoring  soups  and 
salads. 

CRESS 

CRESS,  OR  PEPPER  GRASS— Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  y4  lb.  20c; 

1 lb : 70  c 

This  small  salad  is  much  used  with  lettuce  to  the 
flavor  of  which  its  warm  pungent  taste  makes  an 
agreeable  addition. 

CRESS— (Water).  Pkt.  5c;  oz 40c 

Hardy  perennial  aquatic  plant;  sow  seed  along  water’s 
edge,  preferably  in  running  springs. 

EGG  PLANT 

EGG  PLANT — (Improved  New  York).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  40c 

This  selection  is  vastly  superior  to  the  old  type.  The 
habit  of  the  plant  is  low  and  branching,  and  is  quite 
free  from  spines.  The  fruits  are  of  the  largest  size 
and  perfect  form;  eight  to  ten  are  produced  on  a plant. 
It  is  extremely  early,  of  splendid  quality  and  great 
productiveness. 

ENDIVE 

ENDIVE — (White  Curled).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  20c;  % lb.  60c; 

1 lb : $2.00 

Leaves  pale  green;  should  be  used  when  young. 

ENDIVE — (Green  Curled).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  20c;  Va  lb.  60f*; 

1 lb I*; $2.00 

For  fall  and  winter  use;  also  largely  used  for  garnish- 
ing; crisp  and  curly;  easily  blanched. 


GARLIC 

GARLIC — (Lb.  35c  postpaid);  express,  lb.  30c;  10  lbs.  $1.80 
The  garlic  is  the  most  pungent  of  all  the  onion  family. 
The  root  or  bulb  is  composed  of  many  small  bulbs 
called  “cloves,”  which  are  planted  in  the  spring  six  to 
eight  inches  apart,  and  in  August  the  tops  will  die; 
>vhen  the  bulbs  are  ready  to  gather.  They  do  best  in 
light  rich  soil. 

HERBS 

HERBS — (Sweet,  Pot  and  Medicinal).  The  seeds  should  be 
sown  in  spring,  in  shallow  drills,  12  inches  apart,  and 
the  young  plants  thinned  out  or  transplanted  to  about 
4 inches.  They  should  be  harvested  on  a dry  day,  just 
before  the  blossoms  develop,  dried  quickly  and  bottled, 
or  closely  packed  in  dry  boxes,  with  the  air  entirely 


excluded. 

Anise — Used  for  flavoring.  Pkt 5c;  oz.  20c 

Balm — Pkt 5c;  oz.  25c 

Basil — Pkt 5c;  oz.  15c 

Borage — Pkt 5c;  oz.  20c 

Caraway— The  seeds  of  this  herb  are  used  for  flavor- 

ing and  render  satisfaction  when  devoted  to  this 

purpose.  Pkt 5c;  oz.  10c 

Coriander — Speds  used  for  flavoring.  Pkt 5c;  oz.  25c 

Catnip  Seed— Pkt 5c;  oz.  50c 

Chervil — For  soups  and  salads.  Pkt 5c;  oz.  15c 

Dill — Pkt 5c;  oz.  15c 

Fennel — Boil  and  use  in  fish  sauce.  Pkt 5c;  oz.  25c 

Hyssop — Pkt 5c;  oz.  25c 

Horehound — Pkt 5c;  oz.  25c 

Lavender — Leaves  very  fragrant.  Pkt 5c;  oz.  15c 

Rue — Pkt 5c;  oz.  40c 

Rosemary — Very  aromatic  leaves.  Pkt 5c;  oz.  25c 

Saffron — Pkt 5c;  oz.  15c 

Sage — A highly  aromatic  herb;  most  useful 

of  all.  Pkt 5c;  oz.  15c 

Sweet  Marjoram — Used  as  a seasoning.  Pkt....5c;  oz.  15c 
Summer  Savory — Used  as  a culinary  herb. 

pkt 5c;  oz.  25c 

Sorrel — (Large  Leaved  French).  The  va- 
riety having  the  largest  leaves  and 

therefore  the  most  desirable.  Pkt 5c;  oz.  15c 

Thyme — Used  for  seasoning.  Pkt 5c;  oz.  25c 

Wormwood — Used  and  grown  for  poultry. 

Pkt 5c;  oz.  25c 

KOHL  RABI 

KOHL  RABI— Pkt.  5c;  oz.  2'0c;  J/4  lb.  60c;  lb $2.00 

Turnip  rooted;  early  white  Vienna;  small,  white,  very 
tender  and  delicious  when  young. 

KOHL  RABI — (Early  Purple  Vienna).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  20c;  Va 
lb.  50c;  lb $1.75 


An  early  variety  with  a bright  purple  bulb.  The  leaf 
and  stems  being  green  and  tinged  with  purple. 


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81 


KALE 

KAWLE — (Dwarf  German  Curled — Pkt 5c;  oz.  15c 

The  Kales  make  excellent  greens  for  fall  and  are  im- 
proved when  slightly  frosted.  Cultivate  same  as  Cab- 
bage. Beautifully  curled,  very  hardy. 

KALE — (Tall  Scotch  Curled).  Pkt 5c;  oz.  15c 

Always  a favorite. 

LEEK 

LEEK — (London  Flag).  Pkt.  5c:  oz.  15c:  Vi  lb.  50c:  lb... .81.50 
strong  growing  variety,  producing  large,  thick  stems 
of  sweet  flavor  when  properly  blanched.  Leeks  are 
hardy  and  flavor  is  improved  by  frost. 


LETTUCE 

04  oz.  to  100  feet  of  drill'  . 

Lettuce  is  represented  by  four  distinct  classes  or  types 
— by  the  thick-leaved,  smooth-edged  cabbage-heading  type: 
the  curly  and  thin-leaved  tight-heading,  crisp  type;  the 
curly  and  thin-leaved  bunching  or  non-heading  type,  and 
the  cos  or  celery  type.  There  are  early,  medium  early 
and  late  varieties  of  each  type,  as  well  as  those  especially 
adapted  for  greenhouse,  hot-bed.  winter,  spring,  summer 
and  autumn  uses.  There  is  so  great  a difference  in  lo- 
calities in  regard  to  the  value  of  lettuce,  that  a uniform 
rule  for  culture  cannot  be  adopted.  For  the  ordinary 
house  garden,  it  is  desirable  to  use  one  variety  of  each 
type  and  several  plantings  should  be  made  to  secure  a 
succession.  The  seed  should  be  planted  in  rows  eighteen 
inches  apart,  as  early  as  possible,  and  the  young  plants  of 
cabbage  varieties  should  be  thinned  to  four  inches  apart. 
Varieties  that  do  not  head  may  be  left  quite  thick,  and 
when  fairly  well  grown  those  thinned  out  may  be  used. 


Lettuce — (rrize  Head). 


LETTUCE — (Grand  Rapids).  Pkt.  5c:  oz.  15c:  Vi  lb.  40c; 

lb 81.25 

a.  popular  variety  for  greenhouse  planting  and  will 
make  a quick  gorwth  under  adverse  conditions.  Its 
upright  habit  permits  close  planting. 

LETTUCE — (Iceberg).  Oz.  15c:  Vi  l.b  40c:  lb 81.25 


A large  heading  variety;  crisp  and  brittle,  and  color 
bright  green,  lightly  tinged  with  brown  on  top  of  the 
head:  leaves  curled  on  the  edges. 

LETTUCE — (Hanson  Head).  Pkt.  5c:  oz.  10c:  Vi  lb.  30c; 

lb.  81.00 

A large  summer  heading  lettuce;  very  crisp  and  tender 
and  slow  to  run  to  seed;  is  tender  at  any  stage  of 
growth. 

LETTUCE — (Prize  Head).  Pkt.  5c:  oz.  10c:  !4  lb.  35c: 

lb ..81.00 

White  seed,  large,  loose,  heading  variety  of  exquisite 
flavor:  leaves  curly,  tipped  reddish  brown.  The  great 
German  favorite. 

LETTUCE — (California  Cream  Butter  or  Royal  Summer 

Cabbage).  Oz.  15c:  Vi  lb.  40c;  lb 81.25 

A very  popular  variety  for  autumn  and  winter  use. 
Forms  a very  large  head,  which  is  very  buttery,  and 
of  rich  golden-yellow  inside.  The  leaves  are  thick 
and  of  bright  green,  slightly  tinged  with  brown  on  top 
of  head,  and  the  outer  leaves  are  slightly  spotted  with 
inconspicuous  brown  spots.  Easy  to  grow  and  a good 
shipping  variety. 


Lettuce — (S.  V Co.’s  Curled  Silesia). 


LETTUCE— (Curled  Silesia). 

Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  30c: 

lb 81.00 

Produces  the  earliest  let- 
tuce from  outdoor  sowing; 
a very  popular  German  va- 
riety; sweet  and  tender. 
LETTUCE — (Curled  Simp- 

son). Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  Vi  lb. 


30c:  lb 81.00 

Forms  a compact  bunch  of 
yellowish  green  leaves, 


rapid  grower,  desirable  for 
forcing. 

LETTUCE — (Alontana  Alar- 
ket).  Pkt.  5c:  oz.  15c:  Vi  lb. 

40c:  lb 81.25 

Black  seed,  large,  curly, 
sweet  and  crisp:  a very  de- 
sirable variety  for  either 
forcing  or  outdoor  culture. 


Extra  Select  Grand  Eapids  Forcing 


Lettuce — (S.  X.  Co.’s  Alontana  Alarket). 


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STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Lettuce — (S.  N.  Co.’s  Big  Boston). 


LETTUCE— (May  King).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  15c;  % lb.  40c;  lb.  $1.25 
It  is  astonishing  how  quickly  this  new  lettuce  from 
Germany  has  made  its  way  into  popular  favor.  Three 
years  ago  it  was  hardly  known  in  America,  now  it  is 
found  in  the  gardens  of  nearly  every  up-to-date  grow- 
er. It  simply  forced  its  way  to  the  front  on  the  basis 
of  its  sterling  merits.  It  grows  very  quickly,  even  in 
the  cold  weather  of  early  spring.  The  habit  of  growth 
is  very  compact  and  close;  in  fact,  the  plant  is  about 
all  head.  Outer  leaves  light  green,  inner  leaves  bright 
yellow  and  of  a fine  rich,  buttery  flavor.  Heads  weigh 
from  12  to  16  ozs.,  and  are  so  solid  that  they  carry  to 
market  in  perfect  condition. 

LETTUCE— (The  Morse).  Per  oz.  15c;  y4  lb.  40c;  lb $1.25 

A large  loose-bunching  or  non-heading  variety.  In- 
valuable for  forcing.  Very  crisp  and  of  fine  flavor.  In 
color  it  is  a light  green  and  very  attractice. 

LETTUCE— (S.  N.  Co.’s  Tennisball).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  y4 

lb.  30c;  lb $1.00 

Smooth-leaved  heading  variety  for  late  summer  use  or 
will  stand  forcing  very  well.  Its  “solid  compact  habit 
and  good  flavor  are  much  sought  for. 

LETTUCE— (New  York  Head).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  y4  lb.  30c; 

lb $1.00 

White  seeds.  Forms  large  heads,  dark  green  color, 
sure  header;  outside  leaves  bright  green,  inside  leaves 
blanched  to  a rich  cream  color. 

LETTUCE— (Big  Boston).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  y4  lb.  30c; 

lb $1.00 

The  well  known  and  popular  hothouse  variety  of  New 
England.  Needs  to  be  quickly  grown  to  be  of  good 
flavor.  Light  green  cabbage  variety,  slightly  tinged 
with  brown  on  the  head.  Forms  a compact  buttery 
head. 

LETTUCE— (Salamander).  Per  oz.  10c;  y4  lb.  35c;  lb.  $1.25 
One  of  the  most  popular  summer  varieties  for  with- 
standing heat.  Medium  size,  light  green  and  forms  a 
hard,  buttery  head  of  fine  quality. 


Lettuce — (May  King). 


LETTUCE — (Paris  White  Cos).  Pkt.  10c;  oz.  20c;  *4  lb.  50c 
An  upright  growing  variety  of  self-folding  habit,  crisp 
and  tender  as  celery. 

LETTUCE— (White  Cos).  Pkt.  10c;  oz.  20c;  y4  lb 50c 

Distinct  variety  of  upright  growth;  leaves  should  be 
tied  together  near  top  when  they  soon  become  crisp 
and  delicious  as  celery  stalks,  and  are  eaten  in  the 
same  manner. 

LETTUCE — (In  5c  Lithographed  Packages). 

Early  White  Seeded  Simpson,  Big  Boston,  Montana 
Market,  Prize  Head,  Grand  Rapids,  Tennisball,  Early  Curled 
Silesia,  Hanson  Head,  White  Cos.  California  Cream  Butter. 


Why  Not  Parcel  Post  on  Seeds? 

For  some  unexplained  reason  seeds,  bulbs  and  plants 
are  not  included  in  the  Parcel  Post  rates,  but  take  a 
flat  rate  of  8c  per  lb.  anywhere  in  the  country.  Parcel 
Post  rates  would  in  most  cases  be  much  cheaper.  It 
is  you  who  have  to  pay  the  difference.  Write  a letter 
to  the  Third  Assistant  Postmaster  General, Washington, 
D.  C.,  and  ask  why.  If  enough  of  you  do  this  it  may 
be  righted. 


Zone  1 lc  per  pound  plus  4c. 

Zone  2 lc  per  pound  plus  4c. 

Zone  3 2c  per  pound  plus  4c. 

Zone  4 4c  per  pound  plus  3c. 

Zone  5 6c  per  pound  plus  2c. 

Zone  6 8c  per  pound  plus  lc. 

Zone  7 10c  per  pound  plus  lc. 

Zone  8 12c  per  pound  flat. 


These  rates  apply  to  practically  all  merchandise 
except  seeds,  plants  and  bulbs. 

AVeight  limit  on  zones  1 and  2 is  50  lbs.  On  the 
rest  20  lbs. 


Lettuce— (S.  N.  Co.’s  White  Cos). 


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VEGETABLE  SEEDS — ( Continued ) 


83 


MELONS 

(Musk) 


Maule’s  Model. 


Muskmelon — (Extra  Early  Hackensack). 


Culture — A rich,  deep,  sand  loam,  well  worked  and 
highly  manured  with  old  rotten  compost  is  of.  the  first  im- 
portance. Plant  when  all  danger  of  frost  is  over,  in  hills 
5 to  6 feet  apart  each  way;  scatter  a dozen  seeds  to  a hill, 
and  after  they  are  out  of  danger  from  bugs,  thin  to  3 or 
4 plants.  When  they  have  4 or  5 rough  leaves  pinch  off 
the  end  of  the  main  shoot,  which  will  cause  the  lateral 
branches  to  put  forth  fruit  sooner. 

(One  ounce  will  plant  about  '80  hi, 11s). 

THE  FAMOUS  MUSKMELON— (Maule’s  Model).  (Mon- 
tana Growm  Seed).  Pkt.  10c;  oz.  20c;  1 4 lb.  50c;  lb.  $1.75 
(Green  Flesh).  A paragon  of  merit — in  size,  shape, 
netting,  appearance,  aroma,  flavor,  depth  of  flesh 
smallness  of  seed  cavity,  cropping  ability  and  shipping 
quality.  It  leaves  nothing  to  be  desired.  In  deli- 
cacy and  quality  of  flavor  it  is  unexcelled  by  any  va- 
riety on  our  list. 

MUSKMELON — (New  Northwest).  Pkt.. of  about  125  seeds, 

15c;  oz 50c 

A muskmelon  of  marvelous  productiveness,  excellent 
flavor,  smooth  skin  and  golden  shade.  Thick-fleshed 
small  seed  cavity  and  the  earliest  maturing  melon  yet 
introduced.  We  are  the  sole  distributors  of  this 
melon.  It  must  be  remembered  that  the  “New  North- 
west,” planted  in  the  open,  can  be  depended  on  in  Mon- 
tana and  other  districts  where  rainfall  is  deficient. 
MUSKMELON— (The  Grand).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  15c;  Vi  lb.  50c 
Has  a vigorous  vine  and  because  of  its  vigorous  growth 
is  a great  yielder.  The  fruit  is  round  or  slightly 
elongated,  slightly  ribbed.  Color  a peculiar  pea  green 
with  nettings  a lighter  shade.  The  flesh  is  firm,  fine 
grained,  of  a rich  salmon  or  red  color.  In  flavor  it 
even  surpasses  the  best  grown  Osage  or  Emerald  Gem. 
The  flesh  extends  to  the  rind  and  retains  its  color  and 
quality  quite  to  the  outer  shell,  which,  though  thin,  is 
very  hard  and  firm,  and 
because  of  this  bears  ship- 
ment remarkably  well.  The  flesh 
is  thick,  very  thick,  considering 
the  size  of  the  melon,  leaving  a 
small  seed  cavity. 

MUSKMELON— (Garden  Lemon).  Pkt. 

10c;  oz  20c;  Vi  lb ^..75c 

Fruits  short,  nearly  round,  with 
yellow  and  green  markings;  skin 
smooth,  flesh  exceedingly  tender 
and  of  sweet  melon  flavor.  Best 
when  turning  yellow.  Makes 
good  preserves. 

MUSKMELON— (Earlv  Nutmeg).  Oz. 

10c;  y4  lb.  30c;  1 lb $1.00 

For  early  general  use  this  va- 
riety is  unsurpassed:  uniform  in 
size,  thick  fleshed,  delicious 
flavor. 


MUSKMELON — (Extra  Early  Hackensack).  Pkt.  5c;  oz. 

15c;  Vi  lb.  40c;  lb $1.25 

Very  popular  variety,  one  that  matures  early  and  of 
good  quality.  See  illustration. 

MUSKMELON — (The  Hoodoo).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  15c;  Vi  lb. 

50c;  lb $1.50 

The  fruit  is  of  medium  size;  the  seed  cavity  very 
small;  the  rind  very  thin  indeed;  and  the  edible,  fleshy 
part  very  thick  and  meaty.  It  is  of  orange  or  salmon 
color,  the  type  much  preferred  now. 

MUSKMELON — (Jenny  Lind).  Oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  30c;  lb.  $1.50 
This  is  the  earliest  of  the  green  fleshed  sorts  and  one 
of  the  sweetest.  It  is  round  or  flattened.  In  size  it  is 
small,  being  from  three  to  five  inches  in  diameter— a 
very  convenient  size  for  serving  in  halves.  It  is  more 
largely  grown  in  the  great  melon  producing  state  of 
New  Jersey  than  any  other  sort,  and  is  used  in  enor- 
mous quantities  in  the  eastern  cities  and  at  the  sea- 
shore resorts. 

MUSKMELON — (Emerald  Gem).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  20c;  !4  lb. 

50c;  lb $1.40 

This  has  become  one  of  the  most  popular  of  small  or 
basket  melons.  The  fruit  is  oval,  slightly  ribbed, 
densely  covered  with  coarse  netting.  Flesh  thick, 
very  sweet  and  highly  flavored.  We  offer  an  excep- 
tionally fine  stock  of  this  sort. 

MUSKMELON— (The  Rockyford).  Pkt..  5c;  oz.  15c;  V4  lb. 

40c;  lb $1.25 

Is  a valuable  introduction,  and  has  attained  in  an  in- 
credibly short  time  a national  reputation.  It  is  of  the 
Emerald  Gem  type,  ovel  in  shape,  averaging  from  four 
and  one-half  to  five  inches  in  length,  of  a delicious 

flavor  very  fine  and  smooth 
grained  flesh  of  a light  green 
color  throughout  when  ripe. 

MUSKMELON— (Burrell’s  Gem).  Pkt. 

5c.  oz.  20c;  Vi  lb.  50c;  lb $1.50 

A medium-sized  oval  deeply  net- 
ted and  having  salmon  or  red 
flesh.  It  is  larger  than  Rocky- 
ford and  of  an  entirely  distinct 
flavor.  There  is  a growing  de- 
mand for  the  fine  grained,  smooth 
salmon-red  fleshed  muskmelons 
and  Burrell’s  Gem  seems  to  be 
one  of  the  best  in  cultivation. 

MUSKMELONS— (In  5c  Lithographed 
Packages). 

Emerald  Gem,  Extra  Early  Hack- 
ensack, The  Grand,  Rockyford,  Maule 
Model,  Hoodoo. 


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STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


MELONS  (Water) 


(One  ounce  will  plant  50  hills). 


Fordhook  Early. 


The  hills  should  be  dug  about  2 feet  square,  18  inches 
deep,  and  half  filled  with  well-rotted  manure,  which  must 
be  thoroughly  incorporated  with  the  soil.  Plant  in  May, 
10  seeds  to  a hill,  and  when  the  plants  are  well  up,  thin  out 
to  three,  and  pinch  the  ends  of  the  growing  shoots  to  in- 
duce early  fruiting.  While  the  watermelon  is,  generally 
speaking,  a southern  product,  yet  the  cultivation  of  same 
is  not  confined  to  the  south.  Some  of  the  sweetest  and 
best  melons  we  have  seen  were  produced  in  the  latitude 
of  45  degrees  north;  consequently,  while  the  watermelon 
is  a tropical  fruit,  yet  our  northern  friends  can  grow 
them  successfully. 

WATERMELON — (Fordhook  Early).  Montana  Grown  Seed. 

Oz.  10c;  % lb.  30c;  1 lb 90c 

One  of  the  largest  varieties,  and  claimed  to  be  the 
earliest  of  all.  Shape  nearly  round.  Color  a medium 
shade  of  green.  Flesh  bright  red  and  of  deliciously 
sweet  flavor.  The  rind  is  sufficiently  hard  to  make 
it  a good  shipper.  Its  originator,  who  lives  in  Dela- 
ware, says  that  this  variety  always  matures  first  in 
competitive  trials  with  other  sorts. 

WATERMELON— (Cole’s  Early).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10  c;  y4  lb. 

30c;  lb $1.00 

This  is  a fine  variety  for  the  family  and  market  and 
is  particularly  adapted  on  account 
of  its  earliness,  to  northern  lati- 
tudes. For  early  marketing  there 
is  no  superior.  The  bright  red  flesh 
is  cool,  crisp  and  sweet.  The  melons 
are  of  medium  size,  and  produced 
in  generous  numbers.  The  heart  is 
surprisingly  large  in  proportion  to 
size  of  melon. 

Watermelon  WATERMELON  — (Rocky  Mountain 
Rocky  Sweet).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  % lb.  30c; 

Mountain  Sweet.  lb 75c 

Very  early  rpedium  size,  smooth 
skin  with  mottled  and  dark  green  stripes.  Flesh  light 
red,  deliciously  sweet. 

WATERMELON— (Kleckley’s  Sweet).  Oz.  10c;  % lb.  30c; 

lb $1.00 

The  best  quality  of  all  watermelons.  Large  oblong 
melon,  20  inches  in  length  by  10  to  12  inches  in  diame- 
ter. The  skin  is  dark  green,  flesh  bright  scarlet,  the 
rind  only  about  one-half  inch  in  thickness.  The  scar- 
let flesh  is  sweet  and  sugary  and  is  of  such  texture 
that  it  leaves  no  strings  of  pulp  whatever  in  eating. 
The  melon  is  better  for  home  use  than  for  shipping, 
and  we  believe  it  is  the  best  table  melon  today. 


Watermelon — (Cole’s  Early). 


WATERMELON — (Phinney’s  Early).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c; 

lb.  20c;  lb 65c 

One  of  the  best  sorts  for  private  gardeners  who  de- 
liver direct  to  consumers.  Vines  moderately  vigor- 
ous, hardy  and  productive;  fruit  medium  sized,  oval, 
bright  green,  finely  mottled;  rind  thin,  flesh  bright 
scarlet,  solid,  crisp  and  tender. 

WATERMELON — (Improved  Kolb’s  Gem)...  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c; 

y4  lb.  25c;  lb 75c 

The  standard  shipping 
watermelon.  Shape 

oblong,  nearly  round, 
striped  and  mottled,  dark 
green.  The  melons  grow 
very  large  and  the  tough, 
though  thin  rind,  permits 
considerable  handling  and 
shipping.  Our  improved 
strain  is  a week  earlier 
than  the  ordinary  Kolb’s 
. /¥r  „ , ~ ^ Gem,  grows  larger  and 

Watermelon— (Kolb’s  Gem).  is  a heavier  yielder. 

WATERMELON — (Peerless  or  Ice 
Cream).  Oz.  10c;  % lb.  2'5c;  lb.  75c 

A popular  home-market  variety, 

with  dark  green,  mottled  skin.  Flesh 

deep  pink. 

CITRON — (For  Preserves).  Pkt.  5c; 

. oz.  15c;  y4  lb.  35c;  lb $1.00 

Fruit  round  and  smooth.  Is  not 
eaten  raw,  but  is  useful  for  making 
a very  clear,  transparent  preserve  of 
peculiarly  fine  flavor.  Flesh,  white 
and  solid. 

WATERMELON — (In  5c  Lithographed  Packages). 

Phinney’s  Early,  Early  Peerless,  Citron  for  Preserves, 
Rocky  Mountain  Sweet,  Cole’s  Early,  Kolb’s  Gem. 


Citron — (For 
Preserves. 


MUSTARD 

MUSTARD— (White).  Oz.  10c;  Vt  lb.  15c;  lb 50c 

The  green  leaves  are  used  as  a salad  when  a few 
inches  high.  If  sown  in  a warm  place  or  in  a hotbed 
will  be  ready  to  cut  in  a few  days;  sow  frequently  for 
a succession  of  crops. 

MUSTARD— (Chinese).  Pkt,  5c;  oz.  10c;  y4  lb.  15c;  lb.  40c 
a very  hardy,  broad-leaved  variety.  Leaves  are  thick 
and  deeply  savoved,  with  broad  white  midrib. 

MUSTARD— (Giant  Southern  Curled).  Oz.  10c;  y4  lh.  15c; 

lb ; 50c 

large  variety,  forming  sr(  M mass  of  beautiful  leaves, 
ruffled  and  finely  curled  on  edges;  used  for  salads. 
Hardy,  vigorous,  and  highly  recommended. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS — ( Continued ) 


85 


MUSHROOMS 

MUSHROOM  SPAWN — (Lambert’s  Pure  Culture).  Per 

brick,  postpaid,  40c;  by  express,  7 bricks,  sufficient  for 

50  square  feet $2.00 

Practically  no  capital  is  required  in 
the  mushroom  business,  and  the 
profits  are  most  satisfactory.  All 
that  is  required  to  grow  mush- 
rooms is  most  any  building  or  cel- 
lar, some  manure,  loam,  and  last 
and  above  all,  good  spawn.  Our 
Pure  Culture  Mushroom  Spawn  is 
full  of  vigor,  the  kind  used  by  the. 
Mushroom.  best  commercial  growers  in  the 

United  States. 

Booklet,  “How  to  Grow  Mushrooms,”  free  for  the  ask- 
in0, 

OKRA,  OR  GUMBO 

The  long  tender  poos  of  Okra  are  very  delicious  when 
sliced  and  cooked  in  soups.  While  this  is  its  chief  use,  it 
is  also  boiled  and  served  like  other  vegetables.  The  dwarf 
sorts  may  be  planted  in  hills  or  in  rows  about  three  feet 
apart.  Plant  in  any  good  soil  about  May  15.  The  pods 
should  be  gathered  when  very  young,  as  they  are  then 
very  tender. 

OKRA  ,OR  GUMBO — (Dwarf  Green).  Oz.  10c;  lA  lb.  20c; 

lb 60c 

An  early,  dwarf  and  prolific  variety,  with  thick,  green 
pods. 

OKRA — (White  Velvet).  Oz.  10c;  14  lb.  20c;  lb 60c 

Very  tender  pods,  long,  smooth  and  white. 


Onion — (Ohio  Yellow  Globe). 
■ 


Union — (Australian  Brown). 


ONION  SEEDS 

(One  ounce  for  100  feet  of  drill;  5 or  6 pounds  in  drills  for 

an  acre). 

The  best  onions  are  grown  on  low,  sandy,  or  mucky 
lands,  with  natural  moisture  and  plenty  of  it'. 

The  most  essential  item  in  growing  onions  for  market 
is  good  seed — seed  that  will  come  up  and  seed  that  will 
produce  the  variety  you  want — cheap  seed  is  very  poor 
economy. 

The  crop  must  always  be  kept  free  from  weeds,  and  it 
is  usually  necessary  to  weed  out  in  the  row  by  hand  once 
or  twice.  Hoeing  between  the  rows  may  be  done  oftener. 
It  is  not  necessary  to  thin  the  plants  in  the  row,  since  some 
thinning  is  naturally  done  during  the  hand  weeding. 

Steady,  even  growth  is  necessary  to  good  onions,  and  a 
check  in  the  growth,  whether  from  disease  or  drought 
causes  them  to  run  to  seed  badly. 

Different  markets  and  localities  prefer  different 
onions.  Globe  onions  are  generally  most  popular  and  yield 
better  than  the  other  sorts.  Flat  onions  are  the  earliest 
and  the  large  sized  kinds  have  the  best  flavor.  The  most 
critical  planters  can  rely  uopn  our  seed.  Every  bag  of 
seed  is  tested  as  to  vitality. 

ONION— (Ailsa  Craig).  Pkt.  15c;  oz.  30c;  y4  lb.  $1.00;  lb.  $3.50 
A very  large,  yellow-fleshed  variety  of  onion  which  is 
popular  with  gardeners.  It  resembles  the  variety, 
“Prizetaker,”  but  will  grow  much  larger  and  more 
globular  in  form.  The  skin  is  an  attractive  straw- 
color,  flesh  is  mild,  and  the  onions  keep  remarkably 
well  for  such  large  size.  For  producing  the  largest 
and  best  onions,  it  is  best  to  sow  seed  in  the  hotbed 
early  in  spring  and  transplant  when  of  sufficient  size. 
We  grew  onions  of  this  variety  in  our  trial  grounds 
weighing  2%  lbs. 

ONIONS— (Extra  Early  Red).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  15c;  f lb.  35c; 

1 lb.  $1.25;  by  express,  5 lbs : $6.75 

The  first  to  ripen,  and  one  of  the  handsomest  of  the 
red  sorts.  A medium  sized  flat  variety,  an  abundant 
producer,  and  very  uniform  in  shape  and  size. 

ONION — (Southport  Red  Globe).  Pkt,  5c;  oz.  15c;  2 oz.  25c; 

Yt  lb.  50c;  1 lb.  $2.00;  by  express,  5 lbs... $9.00 

Large  globe  shaped,  purplish-red  variety;  late  and  an 
excellent  keeper 

ONION— (Ox  Blood  Red  Wethersfield).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  15c;  2 
oz.  25c;  Vi  lb.  40c;  1 lb.  $1.40;  by  express,  5 lbs.  $6.00 
This  strain  of  the  Red  Wethersfield  has  been  especially 
selected  for  its  fine  color.  It  is  the  darkest  red  onion 

in  existence  and  where 
a market  demands  a 
dark  red  onion,  it  has  no 
superior.  Inclined  to  run 
a small  percentage  of 
thick  necks  on  moist, 
strong  soils.  The  very 
best  for  dry,  rather  poor 
places. 


ONION  — (Ohio  Yellow 
Globe).  Pkt.  10c;  oz.  15c; 
2 oz.  25c;  y4  lb.  45c;  1 lb. 
$1.50;  by  exp.  5 lbs.  $7.00 
Finest  shaped,  best  col- 
ored and  largest  cropper 
of  any  yellow  onion, 
this  is  an  extra  fine  se- 
lection of  the  best  col- 
ored, finest  shaped  and 
heaviest  yielding  bulbs, 
entirely  distinct  from 
the  old  type  of  Yellow 
Globe  Danvers,  It  is 
earlier,  has  a smaller 
neck,  is  of  perfect  globe 
shape  and  uniform  in 
size  and  color.  Its  small 
neck  and  solid  flesh 
make  it  a very  fine 
keeper. 


Onion — (Ailsa  Craig). 


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STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


ONION — (Early  Yellow  Cracker).  Oz.  15c;  2 oz.  25c;  V4  lb. 

40c;  lb.  $1.30;  by  express,  5 lbs $6.00 

Earliest  of  all  our  yellow  sorts,  and  is  a desirable  kind 
to  raise  where  the  seasons  are  short.  Excellent  qual- 
ity. Needs  to  be  harvested  as  soon  as  it  dies  down  and 
handled  carefully. 

ONION — (Yellow  Danvers,  Flat).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  15c;  2 oz.  25c; 

V4  lb.  40c;  lb.  $1.30;  by  express,  5 lbs $6.00 

An  early  productive  variety.  The  onions  are  of  me- 
dium size,  skin  coppery  yellow,  flesh  solid,  white  and 
mild  flavored.  Our  strain  is  remarkable  for  its  free- 
ness from  thick  necks  and  is  especially  adapted  to 
the  growing  of  Yellow  Bottom  Onion  Sets.  A very  fine 
sort  for  most  locations. 

ONION — (Fancy  Yellow  Globe  Danvers).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  15c; 

2 oz.  25c;  V4  lb.  45c;  lb.  $1.50;  by  express,  5 lbs $7.00 

This  onion  is  the  standard  winter  sort  in  many  mar- 
kets. The  shape  is  almost  globe  form  and  the  bulbs 
are  quite  large,  with  thin  necks,  ripening  down  well. 
The  skin  is  a fine  brown,  orange  yellow,  while  the 
flesh  is  pure  white,  solid  and  of  good  quality.  Its 
keeping  qualities  are  of  the  best.  This  strain  is  so 
nearly  globe  shaped  that  it  passes  for  a globe,  and  its 
earliness  makes  it  valuable  for  market.  The  crop 
is  very  uniform  and  ripens  at  one  time.  Our  seed  is 
the  very  best  selection  that  care  can  make  it.  No 
gardener  can  afford  to  experiment  with  doubtful  seed. 

ONION — (White  (Pickling).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  25c;  V4  lb.  75c; 

1 lb $2.50 

For  early  bunching,  pickling,  etc.  Small,  hard,  round; 
keeps  well;  does  not  turn  green  when  exposed  to  sun. 


ONION — (Prizetaker>.  oz.  15c;  2 oz.  25c;  V4  lb.  50c;  lb.  $1.70; 

by  express,  5 lbs $8.00 

Selected  stock.  The  handsomest,  largest  Yellow  Globe 
onion.  Excellent  keeper,  of  finest  flavor,  handsome 
shape  and  enormous  size,  many  single  onions  having 
been  raised  to  weigh  five  pounds  and  over  from  seeds 
the  first  year.  It  is  of  the  same  type  as  those  immense 
imported  onions  which  can  be  seen  in  stores  and  al- 
ways command  a very  high  price. 

ONION — (Australian  Brown).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  15c;  V4  lb.  40c; 

lb.  $1.25;  lb  lbs $6.00 

An  early  and  very  hardy  variety  which  does  especially 
well  in  Montana.  Should  be  planted  early,  on  low, 
wet  grounds  to  get  large  bulbs.  The  skin  is  thick  and 
the  color  is  a rich  brown.  Is  especially  noted  as  a 
long  keeper,  as  it  keeps  well  into  spring,  and  much 
longer  than  other  varieties. 

ONION— (White  Welsh).  Pkt.  10c;  oz.  25c;  Vi  lb 75c 

This  is  one  of  the  best  green  bunch  onions  known. 
Pearly  white  in  appearance  and  mild  in  flavor,  it  is  a 
most  desirable  bunch  onion  for  market  gardeners  or 
the  home  garden.  It  does  not  form  a bulb,  but  very 
early  in  the  spring,  before  seeds  or  sets  are  planted,  it 
produces  a fine  bunch  onion  or  scallion,  which  are 
quite  attractive  and  coming  in  a season  when  green 
stuff  is  scarce.  It  is  a money  maker,  and  will  be  ap- 
preciated where  an  early  green  bunch  onion  is  in  de- 
mand. Being  very  hardy,  requiring  no  winter  mulch- 
ing. Authorities  every  where  recommend  this  variety, 
and  market  gardeners  will  find  it  an  exceedingly  prof- 
itable crop. 


White  Portugal. 

ONION — (White  Portugal  or  Silver- 
Skin).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  25c;  V4  lb.  r/0c; 

lb.  $2.40;  by  express,  5 lb $11.50 

The  best  known  and  most  largely 
used  white  onion.  Is  flat  on  the 
bottom  and  thick  toward  the  top. 
very  hard  and  firm  and  an  excel- 
lent keeper. 


ONION — (Mammoth  Silver  King). 

Pkt.  5c;  oz.  20c;  V4  lb.  60c;  lb. 

$2.00;  by  express,  5 lbs $9.25 

An  early,  large,  white,  flat  va- 
riety. Is  not  a keeping  sort  nor  a 
good  shipping  variety,  but  is  val- 
uable for  'home  use  and  nearby 
markets.  Is  very  mild  and  of  fine 
flavor.  Red  Wethersfield. 


Danvers  Yellow  Globe. 


S.  N.  Co.’s  AVhite  Pickling. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS — ( Continued ) 


87 


WELSH  ONION  CULTURE. 

Sow  the  seed  thinly  in  rows  12  to  16  inches  apart; 
using  10  to  12  pounds  of  seed  per  acre  on  rich  land,  prefer- 
ably in  the  early  spring,  but  not  later  than  the  latter 
part  of  July,  so  as  to  have  plants  well  established  before 
winter  sets  in. 

ONION — (Southport  White  Globe).  Oz.  25c;  *4  lb.  75c; 

1 lb $2.50 

A very  desirable  variety  which  yields  an  abundant 
crop  of  fine  large  onions.  Pure  white  color,  mild 
flavor,  and  equally  good  for  keeping  as  the  Yellow 
Globe.  It  is  an  enormous  yielder,  and  always  sells  at 
high  prices.  It  is  best  to  dry  these  onions  in  a shady 
’ place  and  give  plenty  of  air. 

ONIONS— (In  5c  Lithographed  Packages). 

Large  Red  Wethersfield,  Extra  Early  Flat  Red,  White 
Pickling,  Yellow  Danvers  Flat,  Yellow  Globe,  Silver  King, 
Australian  Brown,  White  Globe. 


Parcels  Post  on  Seeds. 

They  don’t  get  it.  We  don’t  know  why.  The  ways  of 
politicians  are  beyond  us.  They  have  the  same  weight 
limit  but  pay  the  old  flat  rate  of  8c  per  lb.  or  more 
strictly  speaking,  lc  for  each  2 ozs.  We  price  all  small 
seeds  prepaid. 


ONION  SETS 

The  Importance  of  Using  Northern  Grown  Onion  Sets. 

The  planting  of  Onion 
Sets  is  increasing  rapidly 
year  after  year.  They 
are  used  for  several  pur- 
poses. The  Bottom  Onion 
Sets  produce  a large 
onion  ready  for  market 
from  four  to  six  weeks 
earlier  than  can  be  had 
by  sowing  the  seed.  This 
enables  the  grower  to 
sell  his  entire  crop  earlier 
in  the  season,  at  which 
time  prices  usually  are 
higher  than  when  the 
bulk  of  the  crop  reaches 
market.  It  also  permits 
the  sowing  of  another 
crop  on  the  land  the  same 
year.  Bottom  Sets  also 
produce  good  green 
onions  on  most  any  soil  in  half  the  time  it  takes  to  raise 
them  from  seed. 

Bottom  Onion  Sets  are  produced  by  sowing  seed  very 
thickly  and  they  are  harvested  before  they  have  reached 
full  development. 

Multiplier  Onion  Sets  are  formed  through  the  division 
of  the  bulbs  into  many  smaller  ones;  thev  are  not  grown 
from  seed. 

Top  sets  are  produced  like  seed  on  the  top  of  the 
stalks.  Top  sets  make  large  bulbs  one  year  and  top  sets 
the  next. 

ONION  SETS— (White  Bottom).  Lb.  20,  (postpaid  30c) ; 10 

lbs,  $1.75;  bu.  (32  lbs.) $4.50 

These  are  small,  solid  and  of  a beautiful  silvery  white 
a favorite  sort  in  private  and  market  gardens/ 

ONION  SETS — (Red  Bottom)  Lb.  15c;  (postpaid,  25c)  ; 

10  lbs.  $1.40;  bu.  (32  lbs.) $4.00 

Bright  deep  red  in  color,  even  and  dry.  The 
most  popular  variety. 

ONION  SETS — (Yellow  Bottom).  Lb.  15c;  (postpaid, 

25c);  10  lbs.  $1.40;  bu  (32  lbs.) $3.75 

produced  from  seed  which  makes  the  finest  yel- 
low sets. 

ONION  SETS — (Yellow  Multiplier).  Per  lb.  20c; 

(postpaid,  30c);  10  lbs.  $1.50;  bu.  (32  lbs) $3.75 

Often  preferred  on  account  of  their  earliness. 

Late  in  June  they  are  fully  ripe,  and  can  be 
gathered.  They  are  very  productive,  five  to 
fifteen  bulbs  growing  from  one  bulb  set  out. 


Parsley — (Moss  Curled). 


PARSLEY 

(One  ounce  for  150  feet  of  drill). 

Parsley  suc- 
ceeds best  in 

rich,  mellow  soil. 
As  the  seed  ger- 
minates very 
slowly,  it  should 
be  sown  quite 
early  in  the 

spring,  previ- 
ously soaking  the 
seed  for  a few 
hours  in  tepid 
water.  Sow 
thickly  in  rows  a 
foot  apart  and 
half  an  inch 
deep.  For  win- 
ter use  protect 
. in  a frame  or 
light  cellar,  or  a few  plants  may  be  placed  in  pots  or 
boxes,  and  kept  in  the  house. 

PARSLEY — (Peerless  Moss  Curled).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  15c;  % 

lb.  40c;  1 lb $1.25 

There  is  no  more  attractive  variety  than  this  when 
well  grown;  it  is  hardy  and  slow  to  run  to  seed;  every 
gardener’s  favorite. 

PARSLEY — (“Ideal”  Extra  Curled).  Oz.  20c;  % lb.  75c; 

lb $2.50 

In  shape  of  leaf,  color  and  taste  this  new  variety  is  the 
ideal  of  perfection.  It  stands  heat,  drought  and  cold 
better  and  will  yield  better  than  any  other  of  the 
numerous  varieties  of  Parsley  we  have  ever  had. 

PARSLEY — (Hamburg).  Pkt.  5c;  oz 20c 

Turnip  rooted  variety.  The  roots  as  well  as  the  leaves 
are  used  for  flavoring  soups,  etc. 


PARSNIPS 

(One  oz.  for  200  feet  of  drill,  5 to  6 lbs.  in  drills  for  an  acre) 
Sow  as  early  in  spring  as  the  weather  will  admit,  in 
drills  15  inches  apart,  covering  half  an  inch  deep.  It  is 
usual  to  take  up  in  the  fall  a certain  quantity  for  winter 
ise,  leaving  the  rest  in  the  ground  till  spring,  to  be  dug  up 
as  required. 

PARSNIP — (Shick  Shoulder.  Hollow  Crown).  Pkt.  5c;  oz. 

10c;  V4  lb.  25c;  lb 75c 

Finest  variety  of  Parsnips  known;  the  roots  run  of 
uniform  size  and  are  smooth.  They  make  an  excel- 
lent cnange  from  ordinary  winter  vegetables. 

PARSNIP — (Improved  Guernsey).  Oz. 

10c;  y4  lb.  25c;  lb 90c 

For  those  who  like  an  early 
Parsnip  this  variety  will  be  found 
very  useful;  not  as  large  as  the 
longer  varieties. 

PARSNIP — Improved  Marrow).  Oz. 

10c;  y4  lb.  35c;  1 lb $1.50 

A new  Parsnip  from  Europe  of  es- 
pecial merit.  A fine-grained,  sweet 
table  variety. 


Parsnip— (Hollow  Crown). 


Parsnip — 

(Improved 

Guernsey). 


Peas — (Roosevelt). 


Pea — (Premium  Gem). 


Peas — (Gradus). 


PEAS 

(1  lb.  to  100  feet  of  drill;  80  to  100  lbs.  to  the  acre). 

When- grown  as  a market  crop,  peas  are  never  stalked;  for  pri- 
vate use  they  are  generally  sown  in  double  rows,  and  the  tall  va- 
rieties staked  up  by  brush.  For  an  early  crop  sow  as  soon  as  the 
ground  can  be  worked,  and  make  repeated  sowings  every  two  weeks 
for  succession.  After  the  first  of  June,  sowing  should  be  discontinued 
until  the  first  of  August,  when  a good  crop  may  sometimes  be  se- 
cured by  sowing  an  extra  early  sort  for  fall  use. 

PEAS — (Alaska).  % pint  cartons,  10c;  1 pint,  20c;  (lb.  postpaid,  30c); 

by  express,  10  lbs. $1.75 

The  earliest  pea  on  the  market.  The  seed  is  smooth  and  of  bluish 
color.  On  this  account  it  is  very  popular  with  canners.  Very 
uniform  in  ripening  and  an  excellent  yielder. 

PEAS — (American  Wonder).  y2  pint,  10c;  1 pint,  20c;  (lb.  postpaid, 

35c) ; 10  lbs.  by  express . $2.00 

In  the  dwarf  compact-growing  extra  earlies  the  American  Won- 
der leads  all  others;  can  be  grown  in  rows  18  inches  to  two  feet 
apart.  They  are  quite  prolific;  the  crops  can  be  gathered  in  two 
or  three  pickings,  and  the  soil  cleared  for  succeeding  crops. 

PEAS — (Premium  Gem).  y2  pint  carton,  10c;  1 pint,  15c;  (lb.  postpaid. 

30c);  10  lbs.,  by  express $1.80 

The  best  and  most  popular  dwarf,  wrinkled  variety,  especially 
with  market  gardeners.  It  grows  about  15  inches  high  and  bears 
good-sized  pods,  which  are  filled  with  6 to  8 peas  of  especially 
fine,  sweet  flavor. 

PEAS — (Horsford’s  Market  Garden).  (Per  lb.  postpaid,  30c) ; 10  lbs., 

by  express  or  freight $2.00 

A first  class  wrinkled  pea;  second  early.  Height,  24  inches;  no 
sticks.  It  is  a profitable  sort  for  market  gardeners,  as  a single 
plant  has  been  known  to  produce  more  than  150  pods.  It  is 
equally  good  for  the  home  garden.  The  medium  sized 
pods  are  borne  in  pairs,  and  are  easily  and  quickly 
picked.  This  variety  is  said  to  have  yielded  more 
shelled  peas  to  the  acre  than  any  other  American 
sort. 

PEAS— (Montana  Market).  Vs  pint  cartons,  10c:  1 pint, 
20c;  (per  lb.,  postpaid,  40c);  10  lbs.  by  express,  $2.00 
Height  2'4  inches.  Early,  large,  well  filled  pods,  verv 
prolific  and  sweet,  vigorous  grower  and  sure  to 
please.  Ready  for  use  in  55  days  from  sowing. 

PEAS — (Gradus).  Vs  pint  carton,  15c;  pint  carton,  20c; 

(per  lb.  postpaid,  35c) ; by  express,  10  lbs $2.40 

The  most  popular  high  quality,  extra  early,  wrinkled 
pea.  This  remarkable  pea  is  not  only  large  and  of 
(he  best  quality,  but  is  within  two  or  three  days  as 
early  as  the  small,  round,  extra  early  sorts.  Gradus 
is  a wrinkled  pea,  growing  about  30  inches  high;  the 
pods  are  of  a bright  green  color,  measuring  4 inches 
or  more  in  length,  as  large  as  Telephone,  well  filled 
with  luscious  peas,  8 to  10  or  more  in  a pod.  The 
peas  are  of  the  highest  table  quality  and  retain  in 
a remarkable  manner  their  color  and  attractive  ap- 
pearance after  cooking.  A grand  pea  in  all  respects. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


V EG ET ABLE  SEEDS — ( Continued ) 


89 


PEAS — (Abundance).  1 pint  carton.  20c;  (per  lb.  post- 
paid 30c) ; 10  lbs.,  by  express $1.80 

Tall  branching  variety,  medium  size  pods  with  large 
peas  of  good  quality.  Ripens  evenly  and  is  used 
largely  for  canning. 

PEAS— (Champion  of  England).  1 pint  cartons,  20c;  (Per 

lb.  postpaid,  30c) ; by  express,  10  lbs $2.00 

Medium  late  variety  and  one  of  the  most  popular  of 
the  tall,  wrinkled  sorts.  Prolific,  hardy  and  of  fine 
quality. 

PEAS — (Carter’s  Daisy — Early  Dwarf  Telephone).  % pint 
carton,  15c;  (1  lb.  postpaid,  30c);  by  exp.,  10  lbs,  $2.25 
Dwarf,  large  podded,  needs  no  brush.  The  striking 
features  of  the  Daisy  pea  are  its  large  pods  and  the 
way  in  which  they  are  heaped  up  in  ridges  on  the 
short,  strong  vines.  The  pods  are  nearly  double  the 
size  of  American  Wonder  or  Little  Gem,  and  are  al- 
ways well  filled  with  large  peas  of  most  excellent 
quality.  The  vines  are  16  to  18  inches  high,  and  being 
strong  and  thrifty,  require  no  support,  making  it  an 
ideal  varietv  for  use  where  brush  or  stakes  are  not 
available.  This  pea  is  desirable  on  account  of  the 
fine  appearance  of  the  pods,  and  always  finds  a ready 
sale. 

PEAS — (Advancer).  (1  lb.  postpaid.  25c) : 10  lb.  by  exp.  81.50 
Vines  uprigrht  and  vigorous  in  growth,  hardy  and  pro- 
ductive. Height  about  30  inches,  foliage  dark  green: 
pods  2YZ  to  2%  inches  Ions::  round,  dark-colored  and 
blunt.  Fit  for  picking  61  days  from  planting.  A very 
fine  nea  for  market  gardeners  or  canners. 

PEAS — fXotts  Fvopisior).  % pint  carton,  10c:  lb.  post- 
paid. 30c) : 10  lbs.  by  express $2.00 

Resembles  the  Gem  in  habit,  but  more  dwarf  and  uni- 
form in  growth.  Height  from  12  to  17  inches.  Pods 
are  lis:ht  in  color,  round,  about  2V2  inches  long.  Fit 
for  picking:  56  days  from  plantinsr. 

PEAS — (Everbparing).  % pint  carton.  10c:  pint  carton. 

20c:  (per  lb.  postpaid.  30c):  10  lbs.  bv  express $2.25 

Medium  tall,  wrinkled  varietv.  broad  pods,  large  peas. 

PEAS— (Improved  Stratepem).  V2  pint  carton.  10c:  per  lb. 

postpaid.  30c) ; 10  lbs.  by  express $2.25 

This  is  ope  of  the  finest  dwarf  wrinkled  peas.  In 
cmHity  it  is  unsurpassed,  the  pea5?  when  cooked  bring 
of  the  most  delicious  sweetness.  Vines  grow  18  inches 
to  2 feet,  so  they  do  not  have  to  be  brushed:  neverthe- 
less. t-hev  bear  many  very  large  pods  packed  with  im- 
mense dark  green  peas.  Fine  for  home  ami 
market. 


(Horsford’s  Market  Garden).  (Improved  Strategem). 


PEAS — (Yorkshire  Hero).  % pint,  10c;  1 pint,  20c;  (1  lb. 

postpaid,  30c) ; 10  lbs.,  by  express $1.80 

A very  hardy  and  prolific,  semi-dwarfed,  wrinkled 
variety.  The  peas  are  large  and  of  fine  quality,  and 
the  pods,  which  are  broad  and  medium  sized,  remain 
in  condition  for  a long  time.  It  bears  immense  crops, 
both  of  pods  and  dried  peas,  and  is  the  variety  most 
largely  planted  by  gardeners. 

PEAS — (Telephone).  Ter  lb.,  postpaid,  35c) ; 10  lbs.,  by 

express  $2.25 

Selected  stock.  This  fine  pea  has  proved  a valuable 
acquisition:  vines  vigorous,  growing  about  four  feet 
high  and  producing  an  abundance  of  large  pods  filled 
with  immense  peas,  which  are  tender,  sweet  and  of  ex- 
cellent flavor.  It  has  sterling  merit,  which  gardeners 
appreciate. 

PEAS— (Colossus').  Ter  lb.,  postpaid,  40c) ; 10  lbs..  S2.85 
This  splendid  pea  is  of  the  same  large  podded  type 
as  the  Telephone,  but  the  pods  are  larger  and  the  peas 
sweeter.  The  Colossus  pea  surpasses  all  other  large- 
podded  varieties  in  another  particular,  that  of  pro- 
ductiveness. In  other  words,  a pint  of  Colossus  pea 
pods  will  yield  as  many  shelled  peas  as  a quart  of  most 
other  sorts.  Quality  is  always  to  be  preferred  to  quan- 
tity, but  a pea  which  will  give  better  quality  and 
larger  quantity  is  the  pea  to  plant;  that  pea  is  the 
Colossus. 

PEAS—  (White  Marrowfat).  Pint  cartons.  15c;  'I  lb.  post- 
past. 25c) ; by  express,  10  lbs.  $1.00.  Write  for  prices 
on  larger  quantities. 

Large  peas  of  good  flavor;  grown  as  a field  crop,  they 
are  very  profitable  feed  for  stock  or  hog  feed:  our 
stock  is  the  true  Marrowfat;  smoot  hseeded. 

PEAS — (Little  Man-el).  (1  lb.  postpaid,  30c'  : 10  lbs.  by 

express  $2.10 

A new  dwarf,  first  early  Pea  of  unusual  -Hue,  Height 
of  vine  18  inches,  with  dark  green 
foliage.  Small,  blunt,  dark  green  M Ag.  ^ 
pods.  Fit  for  table  use  in  about  53  IT 
days.  Valuable  for  family  or  market  || 
gardeners’  use. 

Reduce  the  high  cost  of  living 
by  enlarging  vour  garden  this 
year.  A few  dollars  more  than 
usual  invested  in  seeds  may 
mean  the  saving  of  a hundred 
dollars  or  more  this  summer. 


Pea — (Yorkshire  Hero). 


(Telephone). 


(Colossus.) 


90 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS—  (Continued) . 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


PEAS— (British  Wonder).  (1  lb.  postpaid,  30c);  10  lb.  by 

express  - $2.40 

We  cannot  too  highly  recommend  this  new  sort  intro- 
duced last  year.  Briefly,  its  a dwarf  Pea  with  extra 
large  pods  and  peas  of  finest  quality.  British  Wonder 
will  soon  supersede  all  other  dwarf  peas.  Give  them 
a place  in  your  garden. 

PEAS— (Laxtonian).  (1  lb.  postpaid,  30c) ; 10  lbs.  by 

express  $2.40 

The  earliest  large  podded  Pea  of  dwarf  habit.  Height 
of  vine  iVz  feet,  with  dark  green  foliage.  Large,  curved 
dark  green  pods  of  delicious  flavor.  This  pea  is  des- 
tined to  be  in  the  front  rank  for  quality,  size  and  pro- 
ductiveness in  a few  years. 

PEAS — (In  5c  Lithographed  Packages). 

First  and  Best,  Gradus,  Abundance,  Montana  Market. 

American  Wonder,  Telephone,  Premium  Gem. 

N.  B.— Deduct  8c  per  lb.  if  ordering  Peas,  Beans  or 

Corn  by  Express  at  Postpaid  Prices. 


Pepper — (Long  Red). 


PEPPERS 


PEPPER — (Large  Bell  or 

Bull  Nose).  Pkt.  5c;  oz. 

25c;  y4  lb 75c 

Early,  large  and  mild,  fa- 
vorite sort  for  this  local- 
ity. 

PEPPER — (Sweet  Mountain) 

Pkt.  5c;  oz.  25c;  V4  lb.  75c 
Fine  flavor,  very  large, 
bright  color. 

PEPPER — (Cayenne  Long 

Red).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  25c;  XA 

lb 75c 

The  true  Cayenne,  hot  and 
pungent. 


PUMPKIN  — (Early 
Sugar).  Pkt.  50c;  oz. 
10c;  y4  lb.  25c;  lb.  75c 
Fine  grained,  sweet 
and  prolific;  small 
in  size,  but  the  best 
pumpkin  known. 

PUMPKIN  — (Quaker 
Pie).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c; 

y4  lb.  30c;  lb 85c 

A small,  round  yel- 
low sort,  with  fine 
pinkish  netting. 
Flesh  is  thick, 
sweet  and  of  excel- 
lent quality. 


PUMPKINS 

(One  pound  will  plant  from  200  to  300  hills) 


Pumpkin — (Connecticut  Field) 


PUMPKIN  — (Connecticut 
Field).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c; 

14  lb.  15c;  lb 50c 

Standard  variety  for  field 
culture  and  stock  feed- 
ing, large,  hardy  and  pro- 
ductive. 

PUMPKIN— (King  of  the 

Mammoths).  Pkt.  5c.  oz. 

15c;  y4  lb.  35c;  lb $1.00 

The  largest  of  all  the 
Pumpkins. 

PUMPKIN — (Japanese  Pie). 

Oz.  10c;  XA  lb.  30c;  lb.  95c 
A crookneck  variety. 
Early  seeds  are  marked 
very  curiously.  Flesh 


Pumpkin — Early  Sugar). 


deep  yellow  of  fine  quality.  Keeps  well. 

PUMPKIN — Tennessee  Sweet  Potato).  Oz.  10c;  XA  lb.  20c; 

lb 75c 

The  best  variety  for  home  gardens. 


Culture— The  common  practice  is  to  drop  two  or  three  seeds  in  every  third  or  fourth  hill  in  the  cornfield,  but  if 
cultivated  on  a large  scale,  the  seed  may  be  sown  in  hills  8 feet  apart  each  way,  four  plants  to  each  hill. 


RADISHES 


Being  a root  crop,  good  brittle  radishes  require  light,  well  worked 
soil,  made  very  rich  and  mellow  to  insure  quick  growth.  If  per- 
mitted to  grow  slowly,  they  become  tough  and  pithy.  They  are  easy 
to  grow  and  frequent  plantings  will  insure  a constant  supply  for  the 
table.  Use  two-thirds  ounce  for  100  feet  of  row,  and  thin  the  very 
young  plants  somewhat  to  prevent  crowding.  Summer  varieties  can 
be  sown  all  spring  and  well  into  summer.  Winter  varieties,  however, 
require  some  time  to  mature;  the  seed  of  these  should  be  planted  in 
July. 

RADISH— (Early  Bird).  Oz.  15c;  V*  lb.  50c;  lb $1.40 

The  earliest  turnip  or  globe  shaped  radish  known,  a splendid  forc- 
ing variety,  being  ready  for  use  in  three  weeks.  Top  is  very 
small,  roots  round  and  of  a rich  scarlet  color. 

RADISH — (Pearl  Forcing).  Oz.  10c;  XA  lb.  25c;  1 lb 75c 

A famous  long  white,  very  early  and  fine.  Our  stock  is  genuine. 

RADTSH — (Scarlet  Globe).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  XA  lb.  25c;  lb 75c 

One  of  the  earliest;  flavor  mild,  crisp,  juicy  and  tender.  It 
forms  a small  top  and  will  stand  a great  amount  of  heat  without 
becoming  pithy. 

RADTSH — (Montana  Market).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  XA  lb.  25c;  lb 60c 

Early  scarlet  turnip-rooted  variety,  leads  all  others  for  first 
outdoor  crop.  Sow  at  intervals  of  10  days  for  a succession  of 
crops. 


Radish — (Scarlet  Globe). 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS— (Continued) 


91 


Radish — (French  Breakfast). 


Radish — (Peerless  Family). 


Radish — (Non  Plus  Ultra). 


Radish — (Sparkler). 


RADISH — (Sparkler).  Oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  30c;  lb $1.00 

White  tipped  radishes  are  justly  popular  by  reason  of 
their  attractive  appearance.  This  quite  distinct  va- 
riety fulfills  every  requirement  in  each  respect,  the 
color  being  a rich  carmine  scarlet  with  a very  pro- 
nounced tip  of  purest  white.  The  roots,  even  when 
fully  developed,  are  solid,  crisp  and  sweet,  and  remain 
fit  for  use  as  long  as  the  coarser  kinds.  It  is  equally 
well  adapted  for  forcing  in  frames  or  growing  in  the 

open  ground,  for  while  the 
leaves  are  small,  they  are  suf- 
ficiently large  for  bunching. 

RADISH— (Strasburg).  Pkt.  5c; 

Oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  25c;  lb 70c 

In  our  opinion  there  is  no  bet- 
ter radish  grown;  the  roots  are 
white  and  grow  to  a large  size, 
four  to  five  inches  thick;  for 
sweetness,  tenderness  and  fla- 
vor it  is  unequaled  by  any 
Radish — (Strasburg).  other  radish  for  summer  use. 


RADISH — (French  Breakfast).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  25c; 

lb 70c 

Medium  size,  olive-shaped  radish,  small  top,  scarlet  ex- 
cept at  the  tip,  which  is  white;  a splendid  table  variety, 
good  for  either  forcing  or  outdoor  culture.  Ready  for 
use  in  20  days. 

RADISH — (Non  Plus  Ultra.  Fireball).  Oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  40c; 

1 lb $1.00 

The  roots  are  small,  round  and  deep  rich  scarlet  in 
color.  They  make  a very  quick  growth,  and  are  ready 
for  use  in  from  20  to  30  days  after  sowing  of  seed.  The 
flesh  is  white,  crisp  and  tender,  and  of  remarkably  fine 
quality.  The  seed  we  offer  is  of  the  very  finest  strain. 

RADISH — (Peerless  Family).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  25c: 

lb 75c 

One  of  the  most  popular  and  attractive  short  varieties. 
It  is  globe-shaped,  bright  rose  carmine  with  bottom 
and  tip  clear  white.  Stems  and  leaves  small.  Very 
valuable  for  forcing  as  well  as  for  the  house,  garden 
cincl  market 

RADISH— (Early  White  Turnip),  Oz.  10c;  *4  lb.  25c;  lb.  85c 
A very  quick-growing,  small,  turnip-shaped  variety. 
Color,  clear  white;  very  mild  flavor. 

RADISH — (Long  Scarlet  Short  Top  Improved).  Pkt.  5c:  oz. 

10c;  Vi  lb.  20c;  lb 60c 

This  bright  scarlet,  short  topped  sort  is  about  5 inches 
long,  growing  half  out  of  the  ground;  is  uniformly 
straight  and  smooth,  crisp  and  brittle;  an  excellent 
variety  for  private  gardens  or  market. 

RADISH — (White  Vienna  or  Lady  Finger).  Pkt.  5c;  oz. 

10c;  Vi  lb.  20c;  lb 60c 

A delicate,  fine-grained  radish  and  very  desirable 
summer  sort,  white,  smooth,  tapering. 

RADISH — (Mammoth  White  China).  Oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  25c; 

1 lb 1 75c 

Flesh  solid  and  brittle;  pure  white.  Flavor  mild  or 
slightly  pungent.  A splendid  keeper  for  use  in  winter. 
A very  showy  radish. 

RADISH — (China  Rolse-Winter).  Oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  20c;  lb.  60c 
One  of  the  best  fall  and  winter  varieties,  firm,  white 
flesh. 

RADISH — (Lorg  Black  Spanish — Winter).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c; 

Vi  lb.  20c;  lb 60c 

The  latest  and  hardiest  of  all  the  winter  radishes; 
roots  black,  long,  large  and  good  keeper;  pull  before 
severe  frost  and  store  in  damp  sand  in  root  house. 

RADISH— (Round  Black  Spanish).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  V lb. 

25c;  1 lb 75^ 

A round  form  of  above. 


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RADISH— (Icicle).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  25c;  lb 75c 

The  roots  of  this  radish  grow  about  four  inches  long, 
are  of  transparent  whiteness  with  short  leaves,  and 
make  their  growth  very  quickly.  It  is  of  excellent 
flavor  and  equally  valuable  for  home  use  and  market 
gardeners. 

RADISHES — (In  5c  Lithographed  Packages). 

Early  Bird,  Sparkler,  Montana  Market;  Early  Scarlet 
Turnip,  French  Breakfast,  Early  Scarlet  Turnip  White  Tip, 
Long  White  Strasburg,  Tcicle,  Long  Scarlet  Short  Top. 
White  Turnip,  Long  Black  Spanish,  China  Rose. 


SPINACH  — (Long 
Standing).  Pkt.  5c; 
oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  15c; 

lb 35c 

The  best  variety  for 
family  use,  as  the 
plants  remain  in 
good  condition 
longer  without  run- 
ning to  seed  than 
the  round-leaved 
sorts.  Thick,  well 
Spinach — (Long  Standing).  flavored  leaves. 


RHUBARB 


Rhubarb, 

Monarch 


RHUBARB  — (Monarch). 

Pkt.  5c;  oz 20c 

Largest  and  most  pro- 
ductive variety  known. 
Will  grow  15  to  20 
inches  long  and  fully 
iy2  inches  broad.  Sow 
Rhubarb  seed  in  drills 
one  inch  deep  and  thin 
out  to  six  inches  apart; 
transplant  in  the  fall  to 
deep,  manured  soil, 
setting  the  plants  four 
to  six  feet  apart  each 
way. 

RHUBARB  — (Victoria). 

Pkt.  10c;  oz 25c 

Very  large,  highly  col- 
ored and  of  good  flavor 


RHUBARB  ROOTS — (See  under  Vegetable  Plants). 


^SALSIFY  OR  OYSTER  PLANT 


Salsify. 


(One  ounce  will  sow  50  feet  of  drill). 

Culture — Sow  the  seed  in  light,  deep 
soil,  early  in  spring,  in  drills  12  inches 
apart  and  1 inch  deep,  thinning  out  the 
young  plants  to  4 or  5 inches.  The  roots 
will  be  ready  for  use  in  October,  when  a 
supply  should  be  taken  up  and  stored  like 
carrots.  Those  remaining  will  suffer  no 
injury  by  being  left  in  the  ground  till 
spring,  but  should  be  dug  before  commenc- 
ing their  growth. 

SALSIFY — (Mammoth  Sandwich  Island). 

Pkt.  5c;  oz.  15c;  y4  lb.  40c;  lb $1.25 

We  consider  this  the  largest  and  most 
profitable  salsify  in  cultivation;  roots 
are  two  to  three  times  the  size  of  the 
ordinary  salsify,  and  of  more  agreeable 
flavor.  It  is  pure  white  in  color,  and 
invaluable  to  market  gardeners. 


SPINACH 

(One  ounce  for  100  feet  of  drill;  10.  to  12  pounds  in  drills 


for  one 


The  main  crop  is  sown  in 
covered  up  in  exposed  places 


Spinach — S.  N.  Co.’s  Im- 
proved Thick  Leaved). 


acre). 

September.  It  is  sometimes 
with  straw  or  salt  hay  dur- 
ing winter,  which  prevents 
it  from  being  cut  with 
frosts;  but  in  sheltered 
fields  there  is  no  necessity 
for  covering.  For  sum- 
mer use  it  may  be  sown 
at  intervals  of  two  or 
three  weeks,  from  April  to 
August.  Spinach  is  best 
developed  and  most  ten- 
der and  succulent  when 
grown  in  rich  soil. 


SPINACH — (Improved  Thick  Leaved).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  Vi 

lb.  15c;  lb 35c 

This  variety  grows  very  quickly,  forming  a cluster  of 
slightly  wrinkled  leaves  of  fine  color  and  quality. 
Especially  recommended  for  market  gardeners.  Sow 
in  rich  ground — the  richer  the  better.  If  for  early 
spring  use,  sow  in  the  fall  and  protect'  the  young 
plants  with  a covering  of  light  manure  or  straw. 

SPINACH— (New  Zealand).  Oz.  10c;  y4  lb.  30c;  lb $1.00 

The  stems  and  leaves  of  this  variety  are  soft,  thick, 
fleshy  and  crystalline  in  appearance.  Started  early 
in  the  springs,  the  plants  will  resist  heat  and  make 
strong  growth  during  the  summer. 


Chester,  Mont.,  Nov.  1st,  1912. 
State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena,  Mont.: 

From  the  Peerless  Snowball  Cauliflower  seed  re- 
ceived from  you  last  Spring-  I raised  the  finest  Cauli- 
flowers of  this  section.  Seven  heads  weighing  9 lbs. 
each  and  a fraction  over  and  four  of  them  sold  for  45c 
per  head.  The  Celery  seed  also  gave  excellent  satisfac- 
tion. We  have  the  celerj7  now  trenched  in  the  cellar 
where  it  is  bleaching  nicely  and  all  who  taste  it  pro- 
nounce it  of  superior  flavor.  Trusting  that  the  present 
order  may  be  as  satisfactory  as  former  orders.  I 
remain,  Yours  Respectfully 

MRS.  CARRIE  HEATON. 


SQUASH 

(One  ounce  to  10  hills;  2 lbs.  to  the  acre). 

There  are  two  distinct  types.  The  Summer  is  cul- 
tivated for  the  tender  young  fruits  which  are  used  in  the 
green  or  growing  stage  during  the  summer  months.  The 
Winter  squashes  produce  larger,  hard-shell  fruits,  which 
are  gathered  in  the  fall  before  there  is  danger  of  their 
being  injured  by  frost,  and  stored  in  a warm,  dry  place 
for  winter  use.  A few  of  the  varieties,  notably  Fordhook, 
may  be  used  in  either  state. 


Squash — (White  Bush). 


SQUASH — (White  Bush  Scallop).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  Vi  lb. 

30c;  lb 85c 

The  fruit  is  a beautifully  waxy  white  of  superior 
quality;  the  best  early  squash. 

SQUASH — (Giant  Summer  Crookneck).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c; 

y4  lb.  30c;  lb 75c 

As  early  as  the  common  Summer  Crookneck,  and  much 
larger,  often  measuring  from  15  to  18  inches  in  length, 
of  bright  golden  color  and  very  best  quality.  Com- 
mands an  extra  price  in  market. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS — ( Continued ) 


93 


Squash — (Hubbard — Superior  Strain).  Squash — (Warted  Hubbard). 


SQUASH— (Chicago  Warted  Hub- 
bard). Oz.  10c;  Vt  lb.  30c;  lb.  $1.00 
It  is  similar  in  size  and  quality  to 
the  Hubbard.  The  vines  are  vig- 
orous and  productive,  while  the 
large,  dark  olive-green  fruits  are 
rather  more  heavily  warted.  Very 
handsome  in  appearance;  an  ex- 
cellent keeper  and  of  splendid 
quality. 

SQUASH— (Hubbard— S.  X.  Co.’s  Su- 
perior Strain).  Oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  30c: 

lb $1.00 

This  old  and  popular  favorite  is 
still  one  of  the  very  best  winter 
squashes  grown;  and  whether 
boiled,  steamed  or  baked,  it  is  al- 
ways richly  flavored,  sweet  and 
dry.  The  vines  are  strong,  lux- 
uriant growers  and  very  produc- 
tive, yielding  large  heavy  squashes 
of  dark  bluish  green  color,  weigh- 
ing often  10  to  25  pounds  each. 
Properly  stored,  it  may  be  kept 
from  September  to  May. 

SQUASH— (Fordhook).  Oz.  10c;  % 

lb.  30c;  lb ,70c 

Flesh  dry  and  sweet,  of  excellent 
quality;  matures  and  has  the  ad- 
vantage of  being  usable  at  any 
stage  of  its  growth. 


S Q U A SH  — (Gregory’s  Delicious). 

Uz.  15c;  Vi  lb.  40c;  lb . $1.25 

This  variety,  in  dryness,  sweetness 
and  richness  of  flavor,  is  of  the 
first  rank.  The  shell  is  green  in 
color,  the  flesh  of  a rich  orange. 
An  excellent  winter  keeper. 

SQUASH — (Boston  Marrow).  Pkt.  5c; 

Oz.  10c;  % lb.  25c;  lb 75c 

A fall  or  early  winter  variety,  very 
popular;  oval,  skin  thin,  flesh  sal- 
mon yellow,  fine  grained;  when 
ripe,  bright  orange  color;  matures 
in  this  locality  the  end  of  August. 

SQUASH — (Marblehead  Mammoth). 

Oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  30c;  lb $1.00 

Very  sweet,  dry  and  delicious  fla- 
vor; flesh  lighter  colored  than 
Hubbard.  Good  winter  variety. 

SQUASH — (New  Red  or  “Golden” 
Hubbard).  Oz.  10c;  Vi  lb.  35c: 

lb $1.25 

This  is  identical  in  size,  form  and 
fruitfulness  with  the  Chicago 
Warted  Hubbard,  the  chief  distinc- 
tion being  that  the  heavily  warted 
skin  is  of  a rich  orange  yellow, 
turning  to  a deep  salmon  red  wThen 
ripened.  It  is  of  most  attractive 
appearance,  fine  in  quality,  and 
should  be  one  of  the  most  prof- 
itable market  sorts. 


Squash — (Boston  Marrow). 


SQUASH — (Italian  Cocozelle  or  Veg- 
etable Marrow).  Oz.  20c;  Vi  lb 75c 

A favorite  English  sort.  The  fruit 
is  very  variable  in  size,  from  9 to 
18  inches  in  length,  and  from  4 to 
6 inches  in  diameter.  Skin  a green- 
ish yellow,  flesh  white,  soft  and 
of  rich  flavor.  This  is  entirely 
distinct  from  all  other  varieties  of 
squash.  Plant  8 feet  apart. 

SQUASH — (In  5c  Lithographed 
Packages). 

Early  White  Bush,  Improved  Hub- 
bard, Summer  Crookneck,  Boston 
Marrow,  Vegetable  Marrow. 

SUNFLOWER 

SUNFLOWER — (Mammoth  Russian) 

Oz.  5c;  (lb.  postpaid.  25c);  10 

lbs $1.25 

The-  standard  large-growing  va- 
riety, which  is  used  largely  for 
feeding  poultry. 

SWISS  CHARD 

SWISS  CHARD — (Silver  or  Sea  Kale 
Beet).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c:  Vi  lb.  25c 

lb : 85c 

Often  called  spinach  beet. 


Tomato — (Dwarf1  Champion). 


TOMATOES 

TOMATO — (Livingston’s  Coreless). 

Pkt.  10c;  Vz  oz.  20c;  oz 35c 

The  most  perfect  shaped  can- 
ning variety.  In  shape  it  is  al- 
most round.  The  depression  at 
the  stem  end  has  been  almost 
eliminated,  making  it  a most 
profitable  variety  for  canning, 
owing  to  the  small  amount  of 
waste;  ripens  all  over  and 
through  and  right  up  under  the 
stem  all  at  once.  One  of  the 
best  for  long  distance  shipping. 

TOMATO— (Alpha  Pink).  Vz  oz. 

20c;  oz.  35c;  Vi  lb $1.00 

Appeals  especially  to  those  who 
like  the  pink  color.  The  fruits 
grow  in  clusters,  and  begin  to 
mature  very  early,  measure  3 
inches  in  diameter  and  are  of 
excellent  quality. 


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Tomato — (Montana  Beauty). 


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STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


TOMATO— (Earlibell).  Pkt.  5c;  % oz.  20c;  oz.  35c;  y4  lb.  $1 
The  earliest  tomato  we  know.  Its  heavy  clusters  of 
beautifully  formed,  medium-sized  fruits  ripen  several 
days  before  any  other  variety.  Although  so  wonder- 
fully early,  there  is  none  of  the  disfiguring  corrugation 
found  in  other  early  sorts,  while  at  the  same  time, 
Earlibell  does  not  crack. 

TOMATO— (Matchless).  % oz.  15c;  1 oz 30c 

Prolific,  with  large  fruit;  magnificent  for  main  crop 
and  canning. 

TOMATO — (Atlantic  Prize).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  20c;  lb 60c 

This  is  the  largest,  smoothest,  best  flavored  and  bright- 
est colored  extra  early  tomato.  Vine  medium  size, 
with  few  leaves,  very  hardy,  bearing  the  fruit  low 
down  on  the  stem  and  in  enormous  clusters,  which 
ripen  all  together. 

TOMATO — (Montana  Globe  Beauty).  Pkt.  5c;  % oz.  15c; 

oz.  25c;  % lb - 75c 

Fruit  large  and  smooth;  excellent  flavor,  good  ship- 
per; the  best  all  round  variety  for  Montana,  does  not 
crack. 

TOMATO— (Acme).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  25c;  x/4  lb 80c 

An  old  variety  of  delicious  flavor,  dark  red,  tinged 
with  purple. 


TOMATO— (New  Stone).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  25c;  V4  lb..... 75c 

Grown  more  extensively  than  any  other  for  main-crop 
variety,  especially  by  market  gardeners.  Very  large, 
smooth  and  solid,  of  a bright  red  color,  and  a heavy 
yielder. 

TOMATO — (Dwarf  Champion).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  25c;  XA  lb.  75c 
On  account  of  its  dwarf,  compact  habit,  it  can  be 
planted  quite  close.  Wonderfully  productive,  the  dark 
reddish  purple  fruit  being  very  solid  and  firm.  Of 
medium  size.  Very  desirable  for  the  home  garden. 


TOMATO — (Sparks  Earliana).  Pkt.  5c;  Vz  oz.  15c;  oz.  25c; 

XA  lb 85c 

The  earliest  tall  variety,  forming  ripe  fruit  much 
earlier  than  any  other.  The  fruit  is  large,  smooth,  of 
a bright  scarlet  color,  and  of  fine  quality.  Very  valu- 
able for  early  market  use. 

TOMATO — (Golden  Queen).  Pkt.  5c;  Vz  oz.  15c;  oz.  25c; 

XA  lb 75c 

Is  solid,  very  smooth,  free  from  ridges,  large  in  size, 
ripens  up  evenly  and  is  a handsome  sort;  in  fact,  by 
far  the  most  beautiful  yellow  variety;  excellent  quality. 

TOMATOES — (Small  Fruited  Varieties) — For  pickling  and 


preserving.  Invaluable  for  garnishing: 

Red  Cherry — Pkt.  5c;  oz 25c 

Small  fruits  used  for  pickles,  very  handsome. 

Red  Pear — Pkt.  5c;  oz 25c 

Fruit  handsome  and  solid;  fine  for  preserves. 

Purple — (Winter  Cherry,  or  Husk  Tomato).  Pkt.  5c; 

oz 30c 

Makes  fine  sauce. 

Strawberry,  or  Husk  Tomato — Pkt.  10c;  oz 30c 


Plants  of  low-spreading  growth  and  immensely 
productive.  The  small  yellow  fruits  are  each  in- 
closed in  a husk.  Of  very  sweet  flavor,  highly  es- 
teemed for  preserving  or  making  pies.  They  are 


also  excellent  to  eat  raw  as  fruit. 

Yellow  Cherry — Pkt.  5c;  oz 30c 

For  pickles  and  preserves. 

Yellow  Peach — Pkt.  5c;  oz 25c 

Beautiful  clear  yellow;  perfectly  resembles  a peach. 

Yellow  Pear — Pkt.  5c;  oz 25c 

Handsome,  yellow,  pear-shaped  fruits. 

Yellow  Plum — Pkt.  5c;  oz •_ 25c 


Round  and  regular,  bright  yellow;  used  for  pickles. 

TOMATOES— (In  5c  Lithographed  Packages). 

Early  Minnesota,  Earliana,  Early  Acme,  Red  Cherry, 
Montana  Globe  Beauty,  Yellow  Pear,  Golden  Queen,  Dwarf 
Champion,  Earlibell,  Atlantic  prize. 


sac  a 


Tomatoes — (Earlibell). 


Tomato — (Earliana). 


Fort  Benton,  Montana,  January  17th,  1913. 
State  Nursery  Co.,  Helena,  Mont. 

Dear  Sirs:  I wish  to  express  my  appreciation  for 

the  nice  flowers  you  sent  this  time.  They  were  splendid. 
Yours  very  truly, 

JERE  J.  SULLIVAN. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


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95 


TURNIPS 


'One  ounce  will  sow  150  feet  of  drill;  2 pounds  will  sow  an 

acre). 


Culture — For  early  use,  sow  as  soon  as  the  ground  can 
be  worked  in  spring,  in  drills  15  inches  apart,  and  thin  to 
8 inches  apart  as  soon  as  plants  are  large  enough  to  handle. 
The  sowing  should  be  made  just  before  rain,  if  possible, 
a rapid  growth  being  important. 

For  feeding  stock  in  fall  and  winter  there  is  nothing 
superior  to  turnips  and  rutabagas,  as  they  are  much  liked 
by  all  kinds  of  stock  and  serve  to  keep  them  in  good  con- 
dition. We  cannot  too  earnestly  recommend  farmers  to  in- 
crease their  sowings  largely,  for  we  are  sure  the  crop  will 
prove  remunerative. 

There  are  a great  many  varieties,  but  our  list  com- 
prises the  best  for  the  garden  or  farm. 

TURNIP — (White  Milan 
— Extra  Early).  Oz.  15c; 

XA  lb.  35c;  lb $1.00 

Very  small  top,  upright 
and  compact;  the  clear 
white  roots  are  very 
smooth,  symmetrical 
and  beautiful;  there  is 
no  better  turnip  for 
early  bunching;  fine 
grained,  tender  and 
Turnip — (S.  N.  Co.’s  Milan).  sweet. 


TURNIP — Purple  Top 

Milan— Extra  Early).  Oz.  10c;  XA  lb.  30c;  lb...  90c 

Very  similar  to  the  White  Milan  except  that  the  roots 
are  a little  more  flat,  and  the  top  of  root  is  purple  red. 

TURNIP— (Early  Flat  Dutch).  Oz.  10c;  y4  lb.  20c;  lb 60c 

Roots  medium  sized,  flat,  color  white,  very  early,  sweet 
and  tender.  Is  is  desirable  for  table  use,  but  is  spongy 
and  inferior  when  overgrown. 


(White  Globe). 


T urnip — 
(White  Egg). 


TURNIP— (Montana  Snowball).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  y4  lb.  25c; 

lb - ;75c 

Sweet,  early,  solid;  favorite  for  early  market  bunching. 

TURNIP— (Purple  Top  White  Globe).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  y4 

lb.  20c;  lb 60c 

Round,  large;  an  excellent  keeper.. 

TURNIP— (White  Egg).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  XA  lb.  25c;  lb.  60c 
An  old  favorite,  egg-shaped,  perfectly  smooth,  firm 
and  mild. 

TURNIP — (Purple  Top  Strap  Leaf).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  XA 

lb.  20c;  lb 60c 

The  most  generally  planted  of  any  variety.  It  is  a quick 
grower,  the  flesh  is  very  fine  grained  and  sweet  fla- 
vored. The  red  top  of  the  bulb  extends  down  to  where 
it  rests  in  the  soil. 

TURNIP— (Yellowstone).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  y4  lb.  20c;  lb.  60c 
Medium  size,  round  and  smooth;  pale  yellow  color, 
flesh  solid,  tender  and  excellent  keeper. 


TURNIP — (Golden  Rail).  Pkt.  5c;  oz.  10c;  XA  lb.  20c;  lb.  65c 
The  most  delicate  yellow-fleshed  turnip;  of  medium 
size  form  hard  and  of  superior  flavor.  Valued  highly 
as  a table  variety. 

TURNIPS — (In  5c  Lithographed  Packages). 

White  Milan,  White  Egg,  Montana  Snowball,  Purple 
Top  Globe,  Purple  Top  Strap  Leaf,  Golden  Ball,  German 
Sweet  Rutabaga,  Purple  Top  Rutabaga. 

RUTABAGA 


Rutabaga — (American 
Purple  Top). 


These  require  a longer  sea- 
son in  which  to  grow  than 
do  other  turnips;  the  seeds 
should  be  sown  about  the 
first  to  the  middle  of  June. 
RUTABAGA  — (American 
Purple  Top).  Pkt.  5c;  oz. 

10c;  XA  lb.  20c;  lb 60c 

This  strain  is  of  American 
origin  and  is  a purple  top, 
yellow  variety.  It  has  been 
selected  to  produce  a 
smaller  top  and  a shorter 
neck  than  is  usually  found. 
The  roots  grow  to  a large 
size  and  are  of  the  finest 
quality  and  excellent  both 
for  the  table  and  for  stock 
raising. 

RUTABAGA — (Large  White, 
or  Sweet  German).  Oz.  10c; 

XA  lb.  20c;  lb 60c 

A very  large  variety,  with 
white  skin  and  white  flesh, 
which  is  tender  and  sweet. 


Rutabaga — (Prize  Winner). 

RUTABAGA— (Prize  Winner).  Oz.  10c;  y4  lb.  30c;  1 lb.  70c 
Short  neck,  small  top,  firm  flesh,  symmetrical  shape, 
united  with  high  feeding  value,  great  productiveness, 
hardiness  and  long  keeping  qualities,  describes  the 
perfect  Rutabaga.  Every  root  of  the  Prize  Winner 
more  nearly  approaches  ideal  than  any  other  strain. 


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LAWN  AND  GRASS  SEEDS. 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Rocky  Mountain  Lawn  Grass  Seed 


View  of  C.  B.  Power,  Esq/s  New  Lawn  (Helena)  Seeded  Sept.  1st,  1913  by  the  Krogman  Co.  (Landscape  Gardeners),  With 
Seed  Supplied  by  Us.  A Wonderful  Showing  in  30  Days — (Photo  Taken  Oct.  1st). 


One  of  the  greatest  essentials  of  the  country  place  and  suburban  home  is  a properly-made  and  well-kept  lawn. 
We  have  made  careful  study  of  the  grasses  required  for  best  results  and  the  formulas  of  our  various  Grass  Mixtures 
are  based  upon  these  experiments.  The  combination  of  varieties  of  grasses  used  is  the  best  for  quickly  producing  per- 
manent lawns. 

To  Make  a Handsome  Lawn — The  ground  must  be  well  dug,  raked  and  leveled,  and  where  the  soil  is  composed 
mostly  of  sand  and  gravel,  a top  dressing  of  about  four  inches  of  black  soil  should  be  applied,  and  every  semblance  of 
weed  roots  removed.  If  rich  soil  cannot  be  secured,  well  decomposed  stable  manure  or  a good  fertilizer  may  be  used. 
After  the  seed  is  sown,  which  should  be  done  on  a calm,  dry  day,  rake  the  seed  in  and  roll  well,  or  in  the  absence  of  a 
roller,  pat  the  ground  well  with  the  back  of  a spade  or  shovel.  Much  of  the  fine  appearance'  of  a lawn  depends  upon 
the  regularity  in  mowing.  If  not  closely  mown  the  stronger  grasses  will  overgrow  the  weaker,  thus  rendering  the  whole 
patchy  and  unsightly.  For  forming  new  lawns,  not  less  than  sixty  to  one  hundred  pounds  of  seed  are  required  per  acre, 
and  for  the  renovation  of  old  ones,  half  that  quantity  will  give  good  results. 

The  most  important  thing  to  consider  in  selecting  seed  for  lawn  grass  is  to  obtain  a proper  mixture  of  several 
varieties  for  the  reason  that  each  variety  is  at  its  best  during  a certain  part  of  the  season.  By  properly  choosing 
early,  medium  and  late  grasses,  a smooth,  even,  green  lawn  is  assured  from  early  spring  to  late  autumn. 

ROCKY  MOUNTAIN  LAWN  GRASS  MIXTURE— 1 quart  pkg.  postpaid,  for  200  square  feet  of  lawn,  35c;  5 lbs.  $1.15 

10  lbs $2.00 

With  the  above  facts  in  mind,  our  Lawn  Grass  Mixture  is  scientifically  combined.  Our  experience  of  many 
years  has  given  us  an  intimate  knowledge  of  grasses,  their  habits  and  requirements.  In  our  Rocky  Mountain 
Lawn  Grass  Mixture  are  included  only  the  very  best  varieties — pure,  clean  and  free  from  foul  seec. 

ROCKY  MOUNTAIN  LAWN  GRASS  MIXTURE,  WITH  WHITE  DUTCH  CLOVER— 1 quart  pkg.  postpaid,  35c;  5 lbs. 

$1.15;  10  lbs $2.00 

As  there  are  many  people  who  like  clover  in  a lawn,  we  put  up  a mixture  as  above;  this  mixture  has  gained  us 
many  friends,  and  it  is  increasing  in  popularity. 

Write  for  prices  in  large  quantities. 

SHADY  PLACE  LAWN  GRASS— 1 lb.  postpaid,  45c;  10  lbs $3.00 

Usually  it  is  quite  difficult  to  obtain  a satisfactory  growth  of  grass  under  trees  and  in  shady  places.  For  sow- 
ing in  such  places  we  recommend  the  use  of  this  special  mixture.  It  will  quickly  produce  an  abundant  and  even 
growth  of  beautiful  green  grass.  The  grasses  used  in  making  this  special  mixture  are  those  that  are  well 
adapted  for  growing  in  shade. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


FIELD  SEEDS 


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KENTUCKY  BLUE  GRASS — (Peerless  Grade).  (Lb.  postpaid, 
40c) ; 10  lbs.  $3.00  We  wish  to  call  particular  attention  to  the 
cleanliness  of  our  Blue  Grass.  As  usually  sold  by  most  seeds- 
men it  weighs  19  to  20  lbs.  to  the  measured  bushel.  Our  seed 
is  so  thoroughly  recleaned  that  a measured  bushel  weighs 
25  lbs. 

KENTUCKY  BLUE  GRASS — (Fancy  Recleaned).  (Lb.  postpaid, 
30c) : 10  lbs.  $2.00.  Used  extensively  for  lawns  and  parking 
streets;  also  makes  excellent  pasture  or  hay.  Weight  of  seed 
21  pounds  per  measured  bushel. 

WHITE  CLGYER — (Fancy  Reeleaned).  (V2  lb.  carton,  postpaid, 
30c);  (1  lb.  carton,  postpaid.  55c;  10  lbs,  $4.50;  25  lbs,  $10.50 
This  is  frequently  sown  to  cut  green  for  chicks  and  fowls;  also 
used  largely  in  making  lawns  for  which  this  variety  is  es- 
pecially adapted. 


Evergreen  Brand 
FLOWER  AND  LAWN  FERTILIZER 


V2m lb*  Cans,  25c.  and  12-lb.  Cans,  $2.00  each. 


Is  specially  prepared  for  growing  Flowers,  Ferns,  P alms  and  Lawns. 

It  is  a highly  concentrated  homogenous  mixture,  contains  all  the  food  elements  necessary  to  plant  and  grass 
growth  and  is  compounded  in  proper  proportion  to  get  the  best  results. 

Its  recommendation  is  based  upon  careful,  extended  and  disinterested  experiments,  showing  that  this  material 
is  a nourishing,  easy-available  food  for  crops. 

It  can  be  used  on  any  kind  of  soil,  for  it  is  a combination  of  all  plant  foods,  such  as  are  taken  from  the  ground 
by  the  crops  mentionea,  thus  it  provides  digestible  food  for  the  roots  when  they  require  it,  regardless  of  climate  or 
character  of  soil. 

Its  composition  consists  of  about  half  Animal  matter  and  half  Minerals,  treated  and  refined,  thus  it  is  free  from  all 
deleterious  substance  and  will  not  burn  or  injure  the  most  delicate  plant  root,  unless  an  extraordinary  amount  is 
applied. 

GUARANTEED  ANALYSIS. 

Per  cent. 

Nitrogen  Available 8.00 

Equal  to  Ammonia 9.72 

Phosphoric  Acid  Available 14.50 

Contains  no  “filler.”  The  plants  can  use  it  all.  It  is  immediately  available,  and  its  effect  upon  most  crops  may 
be  noticed  within  six  days  after  its  application. 


Per  cent. 


Equal  to  Available  Bone  Phos 31.65 

Potash  (K20) 15.00 

Equal  to  Potassium  (K) 12.45 


Helena,  Mont.,  October  2,  1913. 
State  Nursery  Co.,  City. 

Gentlemen:  In  reply  to  your  inquiry  as  to  what 

success  we  have  had  with  your  Rocky  Mountain  Lawn 
Grass  Seed,  will  say  that  we  are  enclosing  herewith  a 
photo  showing  a portion  of  a residence  lawn  in  this 
city.  This,  we  think,  will  be  of  interest  to  you,  as 
this  is  one  of  our  Fall  seeding.  This  was  sown  the 
first  day  of  September  this  year  and  the  picture  was 
taken  thirty  days  later.  As  you  will  notice  in  the  pict- 
ure there  is  a luxuriant  growth  and  the  grass  is  ready 
for  the  first  mowing.  It  is  our  belief  that  this  mixture 
is  the  best  for  lawn  purposes  in  the  Northwest. 

Thanking  you  and  wishing  you  continued  success, 
we  are, 

Your  very  truly, 

THE  KROGMAN  COMPANY, 

HK.  C By  Herman  Krogman,  Mgr. 


HAMMOND'S  WEED  KILLER — The  method  of  killing  weeds 
thoroughly  by  application  of  this  liquid  has  become  general. 
It  is  a great  labor-saver.  It  is  to  be  used  only  on  paths, 
drives,  gutters  and  places  where  no  growth  is  wanted.  Best 
time  to  apply  is  after  rain,  while  the  ground  is  moist,  and 
will  absorb  the  liquid  to  the  roots  of  grass  and  weeds.  One 
gallon  will  make  20  gallons  of  treating  liquid,  sufficient  to 
cover  100  square  yards  of  surface. 

Price,  1 gallon,  $1.75;  (1  qt.  postpaid) 60c 


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FIELD  SEEDS— (Continued). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Select  Field  Seeds 


(Prices  Quoted  are  F.  O.  B.  Helena).  Subject  to  change. 


Alfalfa 

Vetches 

Clover 

Peas 

Timothy 

Flax 

Blue  Grass 

Rape 

Brome  Grass 

Salt  Bush 

Rye  Grass 

Buckwheat 

Millets 

Sunflower 

Sorghum 

Bird  Seed 

Corn 

Etc. 

Alfalfa.  Timothy. 


Prices  quoted  on  Field  Seeds  are  those  in  effect  at  the  time  this  catalog  goes  to  press.  We  will  maintain  these 
prices  as  long  as  possible,  but  cannot  guarantee  them  throughout  the  season.  Order  early  before  our  stocks  are  ex- 
hausted. Current  Price  of  Field  and  Grass  Seeds  during  the  season  will  be  quoted  on  request. 

About  Montana  Alfalfa— Montana  produces  a very  fine  grade  of  Alfalfa.  The  seed  is  usually  exceptionally  large 
and  of  high  germination.  Montana  grown  Alfalfa  is  extremely  hardy,  and  we  prefer  it  to  seed  from  any  other  locality. 
Our  seed  is  obtained  in  those  sections  where  plants  have  endured  the  extreme  cold  of  winter,  and  thrive  in  high  alti-i 
tures.  Not  only  has  our  experience  of  several  seasons  demonstrated  the  superiority  of  this  seed  under  adverse  climatic 
conditions  throughout  the  entire  Northwest,  but  more  recent  experiments  of  both  the  Minnesota  and  North  Dakota 
Agricultural  Stations  have  established,  without  a doubt,  the  superior  hardiness  of  Montana  grown  Alfalfa  over  that 
produced  elsewhere. 

About  Ordering  Early — It  may  seem  that  we  are  unduly  urgent  in  respect  to  sending  orders  early  in  the  season, 
but  we  are  compelled  to  disappoint  so  many  of  our  customers  who  wait  until  stocks  are  exhausted,  that  we  can  see 
the  great  importance  of  attending  to  this  matter  as  soon  after  the  catalog  is  received  as  possible. 

FACTS  ABOUT  ALFALFA. 

Alfalfa  produces  from  3 to  7 tons  of  hay  to  the  acre.  It  has  as  much  protein  as  Wheat  bran;  360  stalks  have 
been  grown  from  one  seed.  It  does  not  exhaust  the  soil,  but  enriches  it.  It  can  be  ground  into  meal  to  feed  hogs  and 
chickens.  It  will  grow  2 to  3 crops  a year. 

Alfalfa  in  money  value  is  worth  45  per  cent  more  than  other  Clovers  and  60  per  cent  more  than  Timothy.  Ten 
milch  cows  can  be  fed  on  less  than  2'  acres  by  soiling.  One  acre  will  pasture  20  hogs  for  six  months. 

Three  pounds  a day  makes  a full  feed  for  fattening  lambs.  P'our  to  five  pounds  makes  full  feed  for  fattening 

aged  sheep.  Thirty-five  pounds  makes  a full  feed  for  fattening  steers. 

A lamb  will  winter  and  thrive  on  3 pounds  a day.  Sheep  fed  with  Alfalfa  will  gain  from  8 to  15  pounds  in  75 
days  and  will  double,  with  sarnll  grain  ration  added.  Lambs  wintered  on  Alfalfa  will  produce  one  to  two  pounds  more 
of  wool  than  when  on  the  range. 

Alfalfa  is  a fine  poultry  feed  when  cut  fine,  and  this  is  also  a good  way  to  feed  it  to  hogs  in  winter.  z 

Fed  to  dairy  cows,  Alfalfa  maintains  the  flow  of  milk  equal  to  June  grass  for  nearly  a whole  year.  It  can  be 
chopped  fine  with  corn  meal.  Such  a mixture  is  worth  more  per  pound  than  the  original  corn  meal. 

Many  interesting  facts  in  addition  to  the  above  might  be  cited  about  Alfalfa.  It  would  hardly  be  possible  to 

say  too  much  about  Alfalfa;  it  is  a working  plant  which  is  changing  the  destiny  of  many  farimng  sections. 

Its  long  branching  roots  penetrate  far  down,  push  and  crowd  the  earth  this  way  and  that,  and  thus  constitute 
a gigantic  subsoiler.  These  become  an  immense  magazine  of  fertility.  As  soon  as  cut,  they  begin  to  decay  a.nd  lib- 
erate the  vast  reservoir  of  fertilizing  matter  below  the*plow,  to  be  drawn  upon  by  other  crops  for  years  to  come. 

Quantity  of  Alfalfa  Seed  to  use  per  acre  is  governed  by  the  method  of  seeding.  If  drilled  in,  use  about  12  lbs.; 
if  broadcast,  use  15  to  20  lbs. 

A sample  of  our  “Peerless  Alfalfa”  Seed  assisted  in  securing  the  First  Prize  at  the  National  Land  Show  in  New 
York  City. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


FIELD  SEEDS — (Continued) . 


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ALFALFA  (Medicazo  Sativa) 

ALFALFA— (Peerless).  (State  Fair  First  Premium  Seed).  60  lb  sealed  bags $15.00 

This  exceptionally  fine  lot  of  seed  was  grown  by  Roberts  and  Brown  at  their  ranch  near  Chinook,  Blaine  County, 
Montana,  and  captured  first  premium  against  all  Montana  at  the  State  Fair.  Realizing  that  quality  counts  first 
of  all  in  purchasing  seed  and  that  our  customers  are  among  the  most  intelligent  and  demand  the  Best,  we  are 
proud  to  have  secured  this  premium  seed  for  you  and  feel  sure  the  whole  lot  of  about  25,000  pounds  will  be 
sold  before  seeding  season  arrives.  May  we  send  you  sample  with  purity  and  germination. 

ALFALFA— (1 'Peerless”  Montana).  (Best  on  Earth).  (Lb.  40c,  postpaid);  25  lbs.  $6.50;  60-lb.  sack $14.40 

The  seed  is  large  and  of  high  germination.  Our  seed  is  obtained  in  those  sections  where  plants  have  endured 
the  extreme  cold  of  winter  and  thrive  at  high  altitudes.  Our  experience  of  several  seasons  has  demonstrated 
the  superiority  of  this  seed  under  adverse  climatic  conditions  throughout  the  entire  Northwest.  We  have  several 
cars  of  seed,  from  which  orders  will  be  filled  until  the  stock  is  exhausted. 

ALFALFA— (No.  1 Montana)..  (Lb.  35c  postpaid) ; 25  lbs,  $5.50:  100  lbs $20.00 

Experiments  of  many  agricultural  stations  have  established  without  a doubt  the  superior  hardiness  of  Montana 
grown  alfalfa  seed  over  that  produced  elsewhere.  This  grade  is  selected  from  among  the  best  that  grows,  and  is 
next  only  to  our  “Peerless.”  Samples  cheerfully  sent  to  intending  purchasers:  when  writing  for  sample,  please 
state  what  quantity  you  expect  to  use,  so  that  we  may  quote  you  the  best  possible  price  on  the  quantity  you 
need. 

ALFALFA— (No.  2 Montana).  Per  100  lbs $15.50 

We  will  have,  during  the  season,  odd  lots  and  small  quantities  of  seed  not  quite  good  enough  for  our  No.  1 
or  Peerless  grade.  Samples  on  request,  with  purity  and  germination. 

ALFALFA — (Turkeston  Alfalfa).  (Lb.  35c,  postpaid'!;  25  lbs.  $5.25:  100  lbs $18  00 

Many  of  the  biggest  ranches  are  using  this  variety,  preferring  it  on  account  of  its  producing  a finer  hay.  We 
have  secured  a stock  of  this  variety  of  high  germination  and  purity,  and  warrant  our  seed  to  be  the  genuine 
Turkestan,  grown  in  Asia. 

ALFALFA — (Montana  Dev  La^d).  (Lb.  postpaid  40c');  25  lbs.  $6.50:  100  lb^ $24.00 

The  extension  of  Alfalfa  growing  into  the  regions  of  limited  rainfall  has  created  a demand  for  Alfalfa  seed 
especially  adapted  to  those  conditions.  Seed  which  has  been  produced  from  Alfalfa  grown  on  dry  land  and 
without  irrigation  is.  of  course,  much  preferable  for  dry  land  culture  to  seed  produced  under  irrigation  or 
normal  rainfall.  It  is  not  always  possible  to  obtain  seed  grown  under  these  conditions,  but  we  have  suc- 
ceeded in  purchasing  a limtied  amount  of  fine  seed  which  is  offered  only  until  our  stock  is  exhausted. 

Tn  case  we  do  not  have  Dry  Land  Alfalfa  when  your  order  is  received,  we  suggest  that  you  state  on  vour 
order  as  to  what  varietv  we  may  substitute  in  its  place,  of  equal  quality,  to  the  value  of  the  money  you  send  ns. 

ALFALFA — (Kansas).  Per  100  lbs $15.50 

Owing  to  the  very  dry  season  in  Kansas  last  year,  there  were  some  very  fine  lots  of  alfalfa  seed  saved,  in  ordnr 
to  have  a low  price  high  grade  seed  to  offer,  we  secured  some  of  the  finest  grown  for  our  customers.  Write 
us  for  sample  of  this  Seed,  with  germination  and  purity  tests,  stating  quantity  you  can  use. 

ALFALFA — (Grimm’s).  Per  lb,  (Postpaid! 60c 

This  is  claimed  by  many  to  be  the  hardiest  of  all  Alfalfa. 


CLOVER 


CLOVER— (Medium  Red).  (Lb.  postpaid.  40c) : 25  lbs.  $5.50: 

100  lbs : $20.00 

Looking  to  the  future,  no  time  should  be  lost  in  intro- 
ducing the  bacilli  of  the  Red  and  Alfalfa  Clovers.  The 
use  of  nitro  cultures  may  tend  to  hasten  their  estab- 
lishment, but  nature’s  way,  and  the  best  way,  is  to  use 
a small  quantity  of  seed,  say  a pound  or  two  each  of 
Red  and  Alfalfa  Clover  to  the  acre  with  whatever  crop 
you  are  seeding.  After  a little  you  have  the  prized 
bacilli  in  your  land,  then  you  may  safely  call  your 
farm  doubled  in  value  from  a producing  standpoint. 
Red  Clover  is  regarded  as  the  most  important  of  the 
whole  genus  for  practical  agriculture;  valuable  not 
only  for  forage,  but  also  as  a fertilizer  for  the  soil. 
Long,  powerful  tap-roots,  which  in  decaying  add 
largely  to  that  black  mass  of  matter  we  call  soil. 
Makes  excellent  hay,  and  can  be  cut  twice  a year.  Sow 
12  to  15  pounds  to  the  acre. 

CLOVER — (Alsike  or  Swedish).  (Lb.  postpaid,  40c! ; 25  lbs. 

$6.25:  100  lbs $23.50 

This  Clover  originally  came  from  the  little  Province  of 
Alsike  in  Sweden.  One  of  the  hardiest  varieties 
known:  is  perennial  and  does  not  winter  kill:  stands, 
alike  drouth  or  wet.  We  know  of  many  who  have 
used  Alsike  Clover  to  sow  in  boggy  land,  making  this 
land  produce  a crop  or  pasturage  and  at  the  same 
time  enabling  it  to  be  driven  over,  as  the  mass  of  roots 
make  a heavy  sod.  Favorite  with  bee-keepers.  Flowers 
with  sweet,  agreeable  odor.  Sow  8 to  10  lbs.  to  the  acre. 

CLOVER — (White  Dutch).  (Lb.  postpaid.  50c! : 25  lbs.  $9.00 
Excellent  for  pasture,  and  when  mixed  with  Kentucky 
Blue  Grass,  makes  the  finest  and  most  nutritious  food 
for  sheep  and  cows;  used  universally  for  lawns  in  the 
United  States.  Sow  5 to  8 pounds  to  the  acre,  alone  for 
pasture;  for  lawn,  1 lb.  to  400  square  feet. 

(Prices  Quoted  are  F.  O.  B. 


CLOVER — (Crimson  Clover).  (Lb.  postpaid,  35c) ; 25  lbs. 

; 100  lbs 

An  annual  variety  in  common  use  in  Italy  and  south- 
ern France  for  feeding  green.  Also  grown  largely  in 
this  country  in  Virginia,  where  it  is  called  “German 
Clover,”  and  we  think  would  do  well  in  our  western 
states.  Two  or  four  weeks  earlier  than  the  Red  Clover 
and  for  that  reason  is  more  desirable.  Immense 
yielder  of  fodder.  Commences  to  grow  at  once  after 
cutting,  and  continues  to  do  so  until  frost.  Height 
1%  feet;  roots  nearly  black;  blossoms  long  and  of 
deep  carmine  color.  Makes  good  hay. 

CLOVER — (Sweet  White  Blossom).  (Lb.  35c,  postpaid) : 

100  lbs $23.00 

As  Sweet  Clover  can  be  grown  under  conditions 
which  are  unfavorable  to  most  forage  or  grazing 
crops,  it  is  destined  to  become  quite  popular  in  our 
non-irrigated  pasture  lands.  This  fact  has  caused  our 
Agricultural  Colleges  to  recommend  it  very  highly. 
There  have  been  more  inquiries  for  Sweet  Clover  Seed 
in  the  past  few  weeks  than  in  all  our  years  in  busi- 
ness in  Montana. 

CLOVER — (Esparsette  or  Sanfoin).  (Lb.  postpaid.  30c! ; 

10  lbs.  $2.50:  100  lbs 

A leguminous  plant  with  many  stems.  2 to  3 feet  long. 
Perennial,  roots  hard  and  woody;  flowers  in  Julv. 
Same  family  as  Alfalfa.  Adapted  to  lisrht,  chalky  soils, 
sands,  gravels  and  barren  regions  deficient  in  rainfall 
and  without  irrigation  advantages.  Shorter  lived  plant 
than  Alfalfa,  but  will  last  from  8 to  10  years,  accord- 
ing to  soil,  bv  judicious  top  dressing  of  manure.  It 
is  excellent  for  cows,  increasing  flow  and  quality  of 
milk.  Would  advise  early  and  heavy  seeding.  Follow 
with  roller.  Sow  seed  2 inches  deep,  and  from  30  to 
40  lbs.  per  acre. 

Helena)  Subject  to  ^change. 


100  FIELD  SEEDS— (Continued). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


TIMOTHY 

TIMOTHY — (“Peerless”).  (Lb.  postpaid,  20c) ; 25  lbs.  $2.00; 

100  lbs - $6.50 

As  a crop  for  hay,  Timothy  is  probably  unsurpassed  by 
any  other  grass.  It  is  greatly  relished  by  all  kinds  of 
stock,  especially  horses.  It  yields  more  nutritive  mat- 
ter than  any  other  grass  or  forage  plant.  It  is  not 
suited  for  a permanent  pasture,  as  it  will,  in  the  course 
of  a few  years,  run  out.  It  is,  however,  well  adapted 
to  early  spring  grazing,  as  it  starts  up  quickly  in  the 
spring,  and  in  favorable  weather  can  be  pastured 
in  the  autumn  as  well.  The  largest  crops  of  hay  are 
raised  on  rich  land.  It  is  not  suited  for  light,  sandy 
soil  so  well  as  some  other  grasses.  The  most  impor- 
tant point  in  the  growing  of  Timothy  is  the  selection 
of  good  seed.  Poor  seed,  besides  containing  weed  seed, 
will  not  all  grow.  That  which  does  germinate  is 
weak  and  produces  few  stalks  and  seed  heads.  It  should 
not  take  an  intelligent  farmer  long  to  figure  the  wis- 
dom of  investing  his  time  and  money  in  reliable  seed, 
and  that  means  Peerless  brand.  Only  ten  pounds  of 
this  grade  required  to  the  acre  when  sown  alone. 

TIMOTHY — (No.  1).  (Lb.  postpaid,  20c);  25  lbs.  $1.75; 

100  lbs , $5.75 

This  grade,  like  the  above,  is  the  plump  native  grown 
seed,  unequaled  by  the  stocks  of  most  eastern  firms. 
If  you  use  large  lots,  write  for  special  price,  stating 
quantity  you  expect  to  use. 

TIMOTHY — (Alsike  Clover  and  Timothy  Mixed).  (Lb. 

postpaid,  30c) ; 25  lbs  $4.00;  100  lbs $12.00 

Where  Alsike  Clover  and  Timothy  are  grown  together, 
and  the  seed  is  saved  therefrom,  it  is  impossible  in 
cleaning  to  make  a complete  separation  of  the  two.  On 
this  account  we  purchase  the  seed  for  less  money  and 
we  can  sell  it  for  less  money  than  would  be  the  case  if 
a perfect  separation  could  be  made.  Those  desiring  to 
sow  Alsike  and  Timothy  together  can  save  consider- 
able money  by  buying  the  seed  of  these  two  varieties 
together  as  originally  harvested.  This  makes  a splen- 
did mixture  for  hay  or  pasture,  with  just  enough 
Alsike  Clover  to  make  splendid  hay  for  horses  or  dairy 
cows.  Sow  about  8 to  10  lbs.  to  acre. 

RED  TOP 

RED  TOP — (Solid  Seed).  (Lb.  postpaid,  40c) ; 25  lbs.  $7.75; 

100  lbs $30.00 

A valuable  grass  for  moist  soils.  It  is  a good  perma- 
nent grass,  standing  our  climate  as  well  as  any  other, 
and  consequently  well  adapted  to  our  pastures,  in 
which  it  should  be  fed  close,  for  if  allowed  to  grow  up 
to  seed,  the  cattle  refuse  it.  On  moist,  rich  soil  it 
will  grow  2 feet,  and  on  poor  gravelly  soil,  about  half 
that  height.  It  has  been  grown  successfully  even  on 
“alkali”  bottom  lands,  where  other  grasses  failed.  We 
do  not  handle  the  chaffy  grade  of  Red  Top,  and  offer 
only  the  clean  seed.  Sow  15  pounds  to  the  acre. 

BLUE  GRASS 

BLUE  GRASS — (Kentucky  Peerless).  (Lb.  postpaid  40c) : 

10  lbs.  $3.00;  100  lbs $18.00 

We  wish  to  call  particular  attention  to  the  cleanliness 
of  our  Blue  Grass.  As  usually  sold  by  most  seedsmen 
it  weighs  19  to  20  lbs.  to  the  measured  bushel.  Our 
seed  is  so  thoroughly  recleaned  that  a measured  bushel 
weighs  25  lbs. 

BLUE  GRASS — (Kentucky.  Fancy  Recleaned).  (Lb.  post- 
paid, 30c);  10  lbs.  $2.00;  100  lbs $15.50 

Used  extensively  for  lawns  and  parking  streets;  also 
makes  excellent  pasture  or  hay. 


We  can  make  good  use  of  Parcel  Post  on  small 
machinery  such  as  grass  seeders,  sprayers,  garden  tools 
and  repairs.  They  take  regular  zone  rates  which  you 
can  figure  from  the  Zone  Table.  Some  day  may  be  the 
seeds,  bulbs  and  plants  will  be  counted  in  with  other 
merchandise  and  if  you  hear  that  has  been  done,  you 
can  have  them  sent  at  zone  rates. 


BROME  GRASS 

BROME  GRASS — (Bromus  Inermis).  (Lb.  postpaid  30c) ; 

25  lbs.  $4.00;  100  lbs $15.00 

A wonderful  drouth  resister.  A grass  for  the  stock 
raiser.  All  cattle  like  it.  Will  drive  out  Russian 
Thistle,  also  Black  Mustard.  Drouth  defying,  frost  re- 
sisting. Yields  enormous  crops  of  splendid  hay  and 
affords  early  and  abundant  pasturage.  We  have  seen 
some  very  fine  crops  of  Brome  Grass  and  Alfalfa 
mixed,  which  makes  an  excellent  hay  for  horses  and 
cattle.  Try  it.  These  both  mature  and  cure  at  the 
same  time.  Our  Peerless  grade  of  this  magnificent 
grass  is  unequalled  for  purity  and  high  germination, 
and  less  seed  is  required  to  the  acre  than  any  other 
grade.  From  good  seed,  good  crops  grow.  If  sown 
alone,  20  lbs  to  the  acre. 

ORCHARD  GRASS 

ORCHARD  GRASS— (Lb.  postpaid,  30c);  25  lbs.,  $4.75:  100 

lbs $18.00 

A valuable  grass  for  pasture  or  hay  land,  and  on  ac- 
count of  its  earliness  is  very  valuable  for  a permanent 
pasture.  It  furnishes  the  first  green  grass  in  the 
spring  and  until  late  in  the  fall.  When  closely  crop- 
ped it  grows  up  very  quickly  and  is  ready  for  graz- 
ing again  in  ten  to  twelve  days.  When  grown  for  hay, 
more  than  one  crop  can  be  obtained  in  one  season,  and 
when  only  one  crop  is  cut  the  aftergrowth  is  very 
heavy  and  gives  splendid  and  rich  pasture  till  late  in 
the  fall.  It  will  stand  drouth  and  is  hardy.  It  grows 
in  tufts,  and  is  therefore  best  sown  with  Red  Clovers, 
rye  grass,  etc.  It  is  well  suited  for  shady  places,  such 
as  orchards  and  groves.  Sow  22  lbs.  to  the  acre  when 
alone  or  proportionately  with  other  grasses. 

RYE  GRASS 

PERENNIAL  RYE  GRASS— (Lb.  postpaid  25c);  25  lbs., 

$3.00;  100  lbs . : $11.00 

A strong-growing,  hardy  perennial  grass,  valuable  both 
for  grazing  and  hay.  Also  makes  a fine  lawn  and  does 
not  require  the  close  care  that  Blue  Grass  does,  as  it 
will  flourish  better  under  trees  or  in  shady  locations. 
For  field  crop  sow  40  to  50  pounds  to  the  acre. 

MILLETS 

MILLET,  GERMAN — (Tennessee  Grown  Seed).  (Lb.  post- 
paid, 20c);  25  lbs.  $1.75;  100  lbs $6.00 

In  the  North  Millet  is  sown  almost  altogether  for  hay, 
and  for  that  purpose  Southern  grown  seed  is  much 
the  best.  It  grows  taller  than  does  that  from  North- 
ern seed,  and  that  means  more  hay.  It  is  finer  than 
that  from  Northern  seed,  and  that  means  better  hay. 
In  fact,. it  is  our  judgment,  based  on  an  experience  of 
many  years  that  a farmer  had  better,  from  the  stand- 
point of  profit  alone,  pay  $2.00  a bushel  for  true 
Southern  grown  German  Millet  than  to  sow  the  best 
Northern  Millet  as  a gift.  Millet  seed  produced  in  the 
North,  even  from  Southern  seed,  becomes  what  we  call 
Common  Millet.  Not  only  does  the  plant  change  in 
character,  becoming  coarser  and  much  more  dwarf, 
but  the  seed  itself  shows  a change  and  is  readily 
distinguished  by  those  experienced  in  handling  it. 

MILLET,  HUNGARIAN— (Dark  Seed).  (Lb.  postpaid,  20c) ; 

25  lbs.  $1.50;  100  lbs $5.25 

Many  regard  this  as  being  better  even  than  German 
Millet,  as  it  is  about  one  week  earlier  and  requires  less 
moisture.  The  hay  is  fine  and  of  excellent  feeding 
value.  It  is  specially  valuable  on  account  of  its  re- 
quiring such  a short  season  to  make  a fine  crop.  It 
can  be  sown  as  late  as  the  4th  of  July  with  good  re- 
sults in  ordinary  seasons.  Hungarian  Millet  does  not 
grow  so  coarse  as  some  other  varieties,  but  still  yields 
quite  heavily,  from  two  to  four  tons  of  hay  to  the 
acre  being  an  ordinary  crop.  Hay  is  quite  leafy,  of 
very  fine  quality. 


(Prices  Quoted  are  F.  O.  B.  Helena)  Subject  to  change. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


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FIELD  SEEDS — ( Continued ).  101 


MILLET,  SIBERIAN  OR  KURSK  MILLET — (Lb.  post- 
paid, 20c);  25  lbs.  $1.75;  100  lbs $6.00 

This  variety  was  first  introduced  into  the  United  States 
from  Kursk,  Russia,  in  1898.  Extensive  experiments 
were  conducted  at  both  the  South  Dakota  trial  stations 
which  demonstrated  the  superiority  of  this  new  vari- 
ety. As  both  a hay  and  seed  producer  it  ranks  very 
high.  In  dry  seasons  the  weight  and  quality  of  the 
hay  have  been  far  ahead  of  German  or  Hungarian  Mil- 
let. In  favorable  years  the  difference  has  not  been  so 
great,  but  the  results  have  always  been  in  favor  of 
Kursk  Millet.  In  a moist  soil  and  under  favorable 
conditions  the  German  Millet  usually  gives  a little 
larger  yield.  We  have  a fine  supply  of  excellent 
quality. 

MILLET.  HOG  OR  BROOM  CORN— (Lb.  postpaid  15c);  25 

lbs.  $1.75;  100  lbs 86.00 

This  is  grown  for  the  same  purpose  for  which  other 
Millets  are  sown,  but  makes  inferior  hay  unless  cut 
very  young.  It,  however,  yields  enormously  of  seed, 
even  60  to  70  bushel's  to  the  acre,  and  this  seed  is  very 
advantageously  used  for  fattening  swine  and  other 
stock,  and  is  of  special  value  for  this  purpose  in  sec- 
tions where  corn  cannot  be  safely  or  cheaply  grown, 
seed  also  makes  very  fine  feed  for  poultry  or  young 
chicks.  It  is  very  similar  to  the  Early  Fortune  Millet, 
except  that  the  seed  is  yellowish-white  in  color.  It 
will  mature  in  about  two  months  from  sowing  the  seed. 

MILLET,  JAPANESE — (Improperly  Called  “Billion  Dollar 
Grass”)-  (Lb.  postpaid  25c);  10  lbs.  $1.00;  100  lbs.  $10.00 
Entirely  distinct  from  all  other  Millets.  It  grows  from 
6 to  9 feet  high,  stands  up  remarkably  and  yields  enor- 
mous crops.  When  cured  it  makes  good  hay  and  in 
quality  is  superior  to  corn  fodder.  It  is  relished  by 
all  kinds  of  stock. 


FIELD  CORN 


CORN— (Rustler  White  Dent).  Lb.  postpaid,  20c) ; by  ex- 
press or  freight 
lb.  15c;  10  lbs.  85c; 
50  lbs $3.00 

This  Early  White 
Dent  (14  to  18 
rows)  was  ob- 
tained from  a few 
kernels  in  the 
autumn  of  1885 
by  a Dakota 
farmer  who  stat- 
ed that  he  had 
matured  it  in 
that  state  for 


WHITE  CAP 


YELLOW 


seven  successive 
years;  that  it  was 
the  only  corn  in 
his  section  that 
could  show  such 
a record.  For 
early  ripening, 
great  yield  and 
compact  growth 
of  ears,  it  is  one 
of  the  best;  ad- 
mirably adapted 
to  a northern  cli- 
mate. Average 
height  of  stalk,  8 
feet;  average  dis- 
tance base  of  ear 
from  ground.  3 
feet  6 inches. 
Those  wishing  a 
first  class  White 
Dent  Corn  will 
find  in  the  Rust- 
ler a hard  corn  to 
match. 


CORN — (Triumph,  Extra  Early  Yellow  Flint).  Lb.  post- 
paid, 20c);  by  express  or  freight,  lb.  15c;  10  lbs, 

85c;  50  lbs $3.00 

Is  a very  early  flint  variety,  very  bright  yellow  in 
color,  maturing  in  from  90.  to  100  days  from  day  of 
planting,  according  to  soil  and  season.  Ears  average 
about  IT  inches  in  length  and  are  14  and  16  rowed.  Oc- 
casionally a twTelve-rowed  ear  is  found.  The  kernels 
are  large  and  the  stalks  are  of  good  height.  The  ears 
average  two  to  a stalk,  growing  well  up  so  as  to  readily 
admit  being  cut  by  the  harvester.  The  stalks  grow 
very  tall  and  leafy  and  make  superior  fodder. 
Directions  for  Planting — The  habit  of  this  corn  allows 
of  close  planting.  The,  largest  crops  of  both  corn  and 
fodder  will  be- secured  by  planting  in  rows,  dropping 
the  kernels  one  at  a time  one  foot  apart.  If  it  is  de- 
sired to  cultivate  both  ways,  plant  in  hills  about  3 
feet  8 inches  apart. 

CORN — (Minnesota  No.  23,  or  White  Cap  Yellow  Denf). 

(lb.  postpaid,  20c) ; by  express  or  freight,  lb.  15c;  10 

lbs.  85c;  50  lbs  r....-..7....$3.00 

The  wonderful  new  corn.  Highly  recommended  by  the 
Agricultural  Colleges. 

CORN— (Early  Northwestern  Dent).  (Lb.  postpaid,  20c) ; 

by  express  or  freight,  lb.  15c;  10  lbs.  85c;  50  lbs $3.25 

This  corn  is  in  a class  by  itself,  being  a yellow  capped 
red  Dent  variety  and  is  one  of  the  most  largely  growm 
varieties  m"  North  Dakota  and  the  northern  part  of 
Minnesota.  It  is  extremely  early  and  quickly  adapts 
itself  to  new  soil  and  climatic  conditions.  It  gives 
nest  results  on  a fairly  rich  soil.  Under  ordinary  con- 
ditions the  average  height  of  stalk  of  this  corn  is  7 
feet  8 inches;  average  distance  of  base  of  ear  from 
ground,  3 feet  5 inches.  The  ears  bear  10  to  14  rows. 
Our  supply  of  seed  of  this  variety  usually  runs  out 
early  in  the  season,  consequently  send  your  orders 
early. 

CORN — (Minnesota  No.  13 — Extra  Early  Yellow  Dent).  (Lb. 
postpaid,  20c);  by  express  or  freight,  15c;  10  lbs.  85c; 

50  lbs $3.25 

The  commanding  points  of  excellence  which  place 
Minnesota  No.  13  Corn  at  the  head  of  all  Yellow  Dent 
varieties  for  northern  planting  are:  Its  earliness,  its 
enormous  productiveness,  its  adaptability  to  a great 
variety  of  soils  and  climates.  The  ears  are  of  hand- 
some appearance,  bearing  16  to  30  rows  of  bright,  rich, 
yellow,  smooth,  wedge-shaped  kernels  packed  closely 
on  the  cob  from  butt  to  tip.  The  ears  average  eight 
inches  in  length  and  are  borne  usually  two  on  a stalk. 
No  corn  excels  in  quality  the  Minnesota  No.  13;  the  cobs 
are  well  filled  and  the  individual  kernels  plump  and 
of  good  color.  Minnesota  No.  13  thoroughly  matures  in 
90  days  when  planted  on  favorable  soil  and  in  good 
location,  but  95  to  100  days  places  it  out  of  danger  un- 
der average  conditions.  A variety  of  corn  which  will 
showT  such  valuable  characteristics  is  an  acquisition 
on  any  farm,  especially  for  planting  in  the  Northwest 
where  early  frosts  are  common. 

CORN — (Sanford  White  Flint).  (Lb.  postpaid,  20c  ; by  ex- 
press or  freight,  15c;  10  lbs $3.25 

CORN — (King  Philip).  (Lb.  postpaid  20c) ; by  express 

or^freight  15c;  10  lbs.  85c;  50  lbs $3.25 

An  'extra  early  red  flint,  valuable  for  the  north;  ma- 
tures in  90  days.  A sure  cropper  on  poor  land.  Ears 
8-rowed  and  from  9 to  12  inches  long. 

Growing  Corn  in  Montana — You  can  safely  take  any  of 
the  varieties  listed  here  and,  with  fair  treatment,  success 
will  attend  your  efforts.  Corn  yields  high  returns  per 
acr-e,  and  so  is  a profitable  crop  to  grow7.  It  is  high  in  fat 
and  starch  which  feeds,  coupled  with  the  splendidly  cured 
alfalfa  and  clover  of  Montana,  give  an  almost  ideal  ration. 
A second  point  not  to  be  overlooked  in  the  value  of  corn 
is  crop  rotation.  Being  planted  in  rows,  it  permits  of 
inter-tillage,  which  helps  to  keep  the  weeds  down,  bring- 
ing about  best  possible  plant  food  conditions.  Weeds  are 
a troublesome  pest  in  many  sections  of  this  state,  and  any 
crops  that  can  be  profitably  handled  and  yet  reduce  the 
ravages  of  weeds  ought  to  have  a place  in  the  rotation. 


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102  FIELD  SEEDS — ( Continued ). 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


SORGHUM  OR  SUGAR  CANE 


PEAS 


Note  the  wide  range  of 
uses  to  which  Sorghum 
may  be  put,  and  its  great 
value  in  each  case.  As  a 
soiling  crop,  Sorghum 
will  always  prove  of 
great  value,  since  at  least 
two  crops  can  be  ob- 
tained from  one  sowing. 
Milch  cows  are  excep- 
tionally fond  of  Sorghum 
— it  is  excellent  for  milk 
production  and  a given 
area  furnishes  a large 
quantity  of  succulent 
lood.  As  a pasture  crop 
for  cattle,  sheep  and 
swine  it  has  no  superior. 
As  a fodder  crop  it  fur- 
nishes an  enormous 
amount  of  feed;  utilized 
as  a pasture,  as  a soiling 
and  fodder  crop,  it  may 
be  made  to  furnish  feed 
nearly  the  whole  year 
round.  Sorghum  can  be 
profitably  grown  in  all 
tillable  portions  of  the 
United  States  that  wUl 
produce  corn,  and  will  withstand  drouth  better  than  corn. 
The  quantity  of  seed  to  be  sown  to  the  acre  depends  on 
climatic  conditions  and  upon  the  mode  of  planting.  If 
sown  broadcast,  or  even  with  a grain  drill,  all  tubes  in 
use,  50  to  60  pounds  of  seed  to  the  acre  will  usually  suffice. 
When  grown  in  single  rows  with  a space  between  them,  a 
less  quantity  of  seed  than  above  stated  will  suffice,  de- 
pending upon  the  distance  between  the  rows. 

SORGHUM,  (Minnesota) — (Early  Amber  Cane).  (Lb.  post- 
paid, 25c);  by  express  or  freight,  lb.  15c;  10  lbs,  $1.25; 

100  lbs $8.00 

This  is  the  earliest,  richest  and  altogether  the  best  sort 
for  Northern  latitudes,  and  is  the  only  variety  which 
can  be  relied  upon  for  sugar  or  syrup.  It  produces 
a rich,  clear  syrup  for  which  Minnesota  has  become 
famous,  the  usual  yield  being  from  150  to  260  gallons 
an  acre.  The  yield  of  seed  is  also  large,  amounting 
to  20  to  25  bushels  an  acre.  As  a fodder  plant  we 
believe  this  excels  the  Southern  Cane,  as  it  is  sweeter, 
contains  more  nutriment  and  is  more  relished  by 
s tock* 

CORN — (Kaffir  Corn,  White  Seeded).  (Lb.  postpaid,  20c) ; 
by  express  or  freight,  lb.  10c;  10  lbs.  75c;  100  lbs. ...$4.25 
An  excellent  fodder  plant,  yielding  two  crops  of  fod- 
der during  the  season.  It  grows  4 to  5 feet  high,  mak- 
ing a straight  upright  growth.  The  stem  or  stalk 
bears  numerous  wide  leaves.  The  stalks  are  brittle  and 
juicy,  not  hardening  like  other  varieties  of  Sorghum. 
It  makes  excellent  fodder,  either  green  or  dry,  which 
is  highly  relished  by  cattle  and  all  kinds  of  stock.  The 
seed  crop  is  also  heavy,  sometimes  50  to  60  bushels  to 
the  acre.  For  grain,  sow  in  rows  3 feet  apart,  3 to  5 
pounds  of  seed  to  the  acre.  For  fodder,  sow  % to  1 
bushel,  either  broadcast  or  in  drills. 


POP  CORN  (White  Rice) 

POP  CORN — (Lb.  25c,  postpaid) ; by  express  or  freight,  lb. 

15c;  10  lbs ; $1.00 

Plant  at  the  rate  of  10  to  15  lbs  to  the  acre  and  closely. 
We  have  a very  choice  lot  of  this  Popcorn  carefully 
chosen  and  tested  for  seed  purposes. 

Its  Profitable  Uses — 1st.  It  yields  of  shocked  corn  of 
the  very  best  feeding  value  at  the  rate  of  8 to  10  tons 
an  acre.  2nd.  The  small  ears  which  mature  early  are 
very  valuable  for  pigs,  calves  and  young  stock  gener- 
ally, especially  during  the  fall  and  winter  months.  3rd. 
The  yield  of  ear  corn  to  the  acre  is  quite  equal  to  any 
of  the  larger  and  later  varieties. 


Kaffir  Corn. 


“Peas  could  be  made  to  bring  more  nitrogen  to  the 
soils  of  this  country  every  year  than  is  now  purchased  an- 
nually by  the  farmers  at  the  cost  of  millions  of  dollars.” — 
Year  Book  of  the  U.  S.  Department  of  Agriculture.  The 
above  statement,  coming  as  it  does  from  a reliable  source, 
gives  the  progressive  farmers  of  this  great  Northwest 
something  to  think  about.  Grain  has  been  grown  year 
after  year  on  many  farms,  sapping  the  life  and  fertility  of 
the  soil.  Here  is  a crop  which  is  not  only  profitable,  but 
will  return  to  the  land  the  much-needed  nitrogen.  Peas 
are  second  only  to  clover  in  their  soil-enriching  properties 
and  can  be  grown  under  almost  any  conditions  of  soil  or 
climate.  There  is  always  a ready  market  for  peas,  or  they 
can  be  profitably  ground  and  fed  to  stock.  The  vines  make 
rich,  nutritious  hay.  If  fed  to  milch  cows,  when  in  a green 
state,  pods,  vines  and  all,  the  flow  of  milk  will  be  almost 
doubled.  Peas  are  a paying  crop  and  can  be  profitably 
planted  in  many  ways.  When  sown  alone  about  three 
bushels  are  required  to  the  acre.  They  can  be  matured 
and  threshed  when  dry.  The  yield  will  vary  from  30  to  60 
bushels  an  acre. 

PEAS — (Canada).  (Lb.  postpaid,  20c);  25  lbs.  $1.50;  100 

lbs $4.00 

PEAS — (White  Marrowfat).  (Lb.  postpaid,  20c) ; 10  lbs. 
$1.00;  100  lbs.  $4.00.  Write  for  samples  and  price  in 
ton  lots. 

These  large  handsome  Peas  are  equally  as  profitable 
to  grow  as  a field  crop  and  on  account  of  their  size  are 
saleable  at  all  times  at  the  top  of  the  market,  as  well 
as  providing  the  table  with  an  extra  good  pea  during 
summer.  Very  heavy  yielder,  producing  from  40  to  60 
bushels  per  acre;  these  peas  being  softer  than  the 
Canada  Pea,  are  preferred  by  hogs  or  stock.  Many 
growers  are  increasing  their  acreage  of  these  peas, 
considering  this  variety  the  best  and  most  profitable. 


VETCHES 


WINTER  VETCH 
$16  to  $40  an  acre.  Sow 


VETCHES— (Sand  or  Winter 
Vetch,  Vicia  Villosa).  (Lb. 
postpaid,  25c) ; 10  lbs.  $1.30; 

100  lbs $11.50 

Sometimes  called  Hairy 
Vetch.  This  is  a very  valu- 
able forage  plant  and  is  rap- 
idly becoming  popular  each 
year  as  the  farmers  are 
learning  more  of  its  great 
value  for  forage  and  fertil- 
izing purposes.  It  succeeds 
well  on  nearly  all  soils  and 
thrives  surprisingly  on  poor, 
light  land  and  well  stands 
extreme  of  drouth,  heat  and 
cold.  It  improves  the  soil, 
being  a great  nitrogen  gath- 
erer. It  belongs  to  the  pea 
family,  but  the  vines  are 
much  longer  and  the  foliage 
is  more  abundant.  May  be 
sown  with  about  half  bushel 
of  rye  or  oats  for  support. 
It  grows  rapidly  and  is  par- 
ticularly valuable  in  sections 
where  clover  does  not  thrive. 
The  Department  of  Agricul- 
ture estimates  the  value  of 
an  acre  of  this  Vetch  plowed 
under,  equal  to  commercial 
fertilizer  at  the  rate  of  from 
60  to  90  lbs.  to  the  acre. 


VETCH — (Spring).  (Lb.  postpaid,  20c);  10  lbs.  75c;  100 

lbs $6.50 

Used  for  the  same  purpose  as  the  Sand  or  Winter 
Vetch.  This  variety  requires  a good  soil,  is  frequently 
sown  with  oats  or  barley,  with  which  it  makes  excel- 
lent feed. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


FIELD  SEEDS— {Continued) . 103 


MILO  MAIZE 

MILO  MAIZE — Lb.  postpaid  20c 

A non-saccharine  sorghum  useful  for  the  large  amount 
of  foliage,  green  feed  or  cured  fodder  that  it  furnishes 
and  for  its  grain.  Sow  in  spring,  using  6 to  8 lbs.  per 
acre. 

SOJA  BEAN 

SOJA  BEAN— Lb.,  postpaid  . 25c 

Valuable  as  a forage  crop  or  green  manure.  Also  as  a 
green  fodder  and  silo  plant.  Sow  30  pounds  per  acre 
after  danger  from  frost  is  passed. 

WHIPPOORWILL  PEAS 

WHIPPOORWILL  PEAS— Lb.,  postpaid 20c 

This  variety  is  a great  favorite  in  the  West  and  South 
as  a green  manure  and  fodder  pea.  Is  early  and  grows 
upright.  Makes  a good  growth  of  vine,  which  can  be 
easily  cut.  Sow  80  pounds  per  acre  broadcast  if  for 
green  manure  or  if  for  fodder  sow  in  rows  3 feet  apart 
using  40  pounds  per  acre. 

FLAX 

FLAX — (Russian).  (Lb.  postpaid,  20c) ; by  express  or 

freight,  10c;  100  lbs $5.50 

The  standard  sort  used  in  the  Northwest.  It  is  a rare 
sight  now  to  see  a lot  of  flax  which  does  not  contain 
mustard.  It  requires  special  machinery  to  make  seed 
of  any  grain  and  this  is  especially  true  of  Flax.  Glean- 
ing flax  so  as  to  make  it  “right”  for  seed  is  a somewhat 
expensive  operation  and  involves  a very  considerable 
waste.  But  write  for  sample,  use  the  magnifying  glass, 
and  compare  it  with  flax  from  the  farm  or  elevator 
and  judge  for  yourself  if  our  seed  is  not  worth  to  you 
all  it  costs.  Spray  your  flax  with  formaldehyde  before 
seeding.  The  best  sprayers  for  this  purpose  are  illus- 
trated and  described  under  Sprayers. 

SALT  BUSH 

AUSTRALIAN  SALT  BUSH— Pkt.  10c;  (lb.  11.00  postpaid) 
Thrives  on  Alkali — The  many  thousands  of  acres  of 
alkali  lands  of  the  West*  may  be  made  productive  and 
profitable  by  planting  salt  bush.  Cattle,  horses,  sheep 
and  swine  eat  it  and  thrive  on  it.  It  flourishes  where 
grasses  and  other  forage  plants  will  not  grow  and  fur- 
nishes enormous  quantities  of  nutritive  food  for  stock. 
From  10  to  20  tons  of  green  fodder  have  been  harvested 
from  one  acre.  Single  plants  grown  on  the  worst 
alkali  land  have  reached  a diameter  of  16  feet  in  one 
season.  It  succeeds  everywhere,  and  there  seems  to 
be  no  question  but  that  it  will  in  time  eliminate  alkali 
from  the  ground,  rendering  it  suitable  for  other  crops. 
One  lb.  of  seed  will  plant  an  acre. 

Directions  for  Planting — Sow  2 to  3 lbs.  of  seed  to  an 
acre  in  the  spring  before  a rain  if  possible,  or  irri- 
gate well  on  well  pulverized  soil  and  cover  it  lightly 
(about  one-eighth  of  an  inch)  with  a light  harrow 
or  brush.  The  plants  may  also  be  grown  in  boxes  or 
garden  bed,  covering  the  seed  lightly,  and  planting 
the  seedlings  where  desired,  when  from  2 to  3 inches 
high,  6 to  10  feet  apart.  If  the  weather  is  dry  when 
transplanting,  supply  a little  water  to  each  plant. 

SUNFLOWER 

SUNFLOWER — (Mammoth  Russian).  (Lb.  postpaid,  25c) ; 

10  lbs $1.25 

Single  heads  measure  15  to  22  inches  in  diameter,  and 
contain  an  immense  amount  of  seed,  which  is  highly 
valued  by  all  farmers  and  poultry  breeders  who  have 
tried  it  as  an  excellent  and  cheap  food  for  fowls.  It  is 
the  best  egg  producing  food  known  for  poultry.  It 
can  be  raised  cheaper  than  corn,  and  is  destined  to  be 
an  article  of  great  value. 


RAPE 

RAPE — (Dwarf  Essex).  (Lb.  postpaid,  25c);  10  lbs.  $1.25; 

25  lbs.  $2.75;  50  lbs $4.50 

Uses  of  Dwarf  Essex  Rape — Dwarf  Essex  Rape  thrives 
best  on  a good  soil,  rich  in  vegetable  matter.  Slough 
lands  are  excellent.  This  plant  may  be  grown  success- 
fully in  the  following  ways,  viz:  1.  In  the  early  spring, 
to  provide  pasture.  2.  In  June  or  July,  on  well  pre- 
pared land  to  provide  pasture.  3.  Along  with  grain, 
using  2 lbs.  of  seed  an  acre,  to  provide  pasture  for 
sheep  after  harvest.  4.  Along  with  peas,  oats,  clover 
seed,  to  provide  pasture  and  to  get  a “catch”  of  clover. 
5.  As  a cover  in  the  orchard  for  winter  protection  to 
avoid  root-killing.  6.  In  corn,  sowing  the  seed  with 
the  last  cultivation;  the  succulent  feed  produced  may 
save  the  loss  of  cattle  by  corn  stalk  disease.  Prevention 
is  better  than  medicine  in  regard  to  this  fatal  disease. 

7.  Along  with  rye,  sown  in  August,  in  sheep  pasture. 

8.  On  early  plowed  fields  to  shade  the  land  and  so  that 
the  soil  will  not  leach,  wash  or  drift.  9.  To  plow  un- 
der as  a green  crop,  adding  humus  to.  the  soil,  an  ele- 
ment needed  in  grain  growing  sections.  When  rape  is 
sown  broadcast,  5 lbs.  of  seed  an  acre  will  suffice. 
When  sown  in  rows,  say  thirty  inches  apart,  and  culti- 
vated, from  1 to  2 lbs,  an  acre  will  be  enough. 

BUCKWHEAT 

SILVER  HULL  BUCKWHEAT — (Lb.  postpaid,  20c) ; 40 

lbs 80c 

This  valuable  variety  originated  abroad  and  is  a de- 
cided improvement  on  the  old  black  or  gray  sort.  It  is 
early,  remains  longer  in  bloom  than  other  sorts.  A 
fine  variety  for  honey  bees.  The  grain  is  of  a beau- 
tiful light  gray  color,  and  has  a thin  husk.  Millers 
prefer  Silver  Hull,  there  being  less  waste  and  it  makes 
whiter,  better  and  more  nutritious  flour  than  other 
varieties.  Silver  Hull  is  more  productive  and  the  grain 
meets  with  a more  ready  sale,  bringing  higher  prices 
than  the  Japanese.  Under  favorable  conditions  it  will 
yield  40  to  50  bushels  an  acre. 

BIRD  SEED 

BIRD  SEED  MIXED — (S.  N.  Co.’s).  (Lb.  postpaid,  25c) ; by 

express  or  freight,  10  lbs $1.25 

Has  become  famous  for  its  superior  qualitv.  We  use 
nothing  but  the  freshest  high-grade  seed/ free  from 
mustiness  and  dust.  These  seeds  are  particularly  rel- 
ished by  canary  birds,  etc.  Put  up  in  1 pound  litho- 


graphed cartons. 

BIRD— (Hemp).  Best  grade,  (lb.  postpaid) 20c 

BIRD— (Canary).  Best  Sicily,  (lb.  postpaid) 20c 

BIRD— (Rape).  For  birds,  (lb.  postpaid) 20c 

BIRD— (Millet,  Fancy).  (Lb.  postpaid) 15c 

BIRD — (Gravel).  (Lb.  postpaid) 15c 


104  FIELD  SEEDS — ( Continued ) 


STATE  NURSERY  CO, 


SEED  GRAINS 


Hulless  Barley. 


BARLEY— (White  Hulless).  (Lb.  postpaid,  15c);  100  lbs.,  $2.60 
Its  Valuable  Properties — It  is  hulless;  it  is  beardless;  it  is 
very  early;  it  weighs  over  60  pounds  to  the  measured  bushel; 
it  yields  well  on  poor  land;  it  yields  enormously  on  good 
land;  it  makes  better  pork  than  corn;  the  straw  makes  good 
hay;  it  is  of  inestimable  value  to  every  one  who  feeds  stock. 
It  is  often  grown  for  hay,  coming  very  early  and  providing 
rich  food.  It  should  be  cut  just  before  it  becomes  ripe  and 
while  the  straw  is  green.  In  this  condition  it  is  relished 
by  all  kinds  of  stock.  The  straw  is  stiff  and  straight,  and 
seldom  if  ever  does  it  lodge.  Use  50  lbs.  of  seed  to  the 
acre  if  sown  on  dry  land  for  a grain  crop. 

SPBLTZ  OR  EMMER — (Lb.  postpaid,  15c);  100  lbs $2.75 

Pacts  About  Speltz — It  resists  drouth;  it  thrives  on  . poor 
lands,  in  stony  ground,  in  forest  regions,  on  the  prairies; 
it  makes  a crop  with  almost  any  condition  of  soil  and  cli- 
mate; endures  a great  deal  of  frost;  is  not  readily  damaged 
by  harvest  rains;  is  not  susceptible  to  rust  or  smut;  yields 
more  than  oats;  yields  more  than  wheat;  yields  more  than 
barley;  makes  better  feed  than  barley;  the  straw  is  used  for 
fattening  stock;  the  stubble  makes  good  fertilizer;  stock  eat 
both  grain  and  straw.  Ripens  very  early. 


WHEAT 

WHEAT — (Durum  or  Macaroni  Spring  Kubanka). 

SPRING  WHEAT — Write  for  sample  and  price. 

MARQUIS  WHEAT — The  wheat  you  will  eventually  buy.  Un- 
questionably the  best  wheat  for  the  Northwest.  Matures 
a week  to  ten  days  earlier  than  Red  Fife;  yields  15  to  20 
bushels  an  acre  more  than  Red  Fife,  and  for  milling  pur- 
poses grades  No.  1 hard.  Kernel  is  hard  and  flinty,  a little 
darker  than  Red  Fife  and  more  plump  than  that  variety. 
It  is  beardless,  having  smooth  yellow  chaff.  Marquis 
Wheat  is  the  earliest,  hardiest  and  heaviest  yielding  Spring 
Wheat  adapted  for  Northwestern  conditions. 

Per  Bu.  (60  lbs) $2.75 

WINTER  WHEAT — (Turkey  Red). 

WINTER  WHEAT — (Club).  (Lb.  postage,  15c);  100  lbs.  $2.50 

We  have  a fine  stock  of  this  exceptionally  fine  wheat;  for 
general  purposes  we  prefer  this  to  Turkey  Red.  See  what 
Mr.  Hatfield’s  yields  have  been  in  the  Testimonial  below. 
We  shall  be  glad  to  send  samples  and  give  special  quotations 
on  large  quantities. 


Maudlow,  Montana,  Oct.  25,  1913. 
STATE  NURSERY  CO.,  Helena  Mont. 

Gentlemen — As  you  asked  in  regard  to  Club  Wheat,  will 
say  that  I have  raised  Winter  Club  Wheat  for  the  last  five 
years  and  the  lowest  average  has  been  30  bushels  per  acre  on 
dry  land,  and  have  raised  as  much  as  45  bushels  per  acre. 
Ninety-three  acres  average  40  bushels  per  acre  this  year  and 
it  is  not  a good  even  stand. 

I sow  from  four  to  five  pecks  per  acre,  and  consider  from 
August  10th  to  September  1st  the  best  time  to  seed. 

Yours  respectfully,  B.  O.  HATFIELD, 

Per  Watkins  & Carleton 


OATS — Write  for  sample  and  price. 

SPRING  RYE — Write  for  sample  and  price. 

FALL  RYE — Write  for  sample  and  price. 

FORMALDEHYDE 

FORMALDEHYDE — The  loss  to  the  farmers  of  the  United  States 
from  smut  and  other  fungus  diseases  of  wheat,  barley,  oats 
and  other  grains  amounts  to  millions  of  dollars  every  year. 
The  spores  or  seed  of  the  fungus  are  on  the  seed  grain  which 
you  plant;  when  the  grain  sprouts  and  grows  this  fungus 
grows,  too;  it  follows  up  through  the  stalk  into  the  blade  and 
into  the  ear,  and  the  result  is  blighted  plant,  smut  grains  and 
a diseased  yield  of  inferior  quality.  The  same  holds  true  of 
scab,  which  has  proved  such  a blight  to  the  Irish  potato 
crop.  Can  you  afford  to  use  it?  The  price  of  a bushel  of 
wheat  expended  for  Formaldehyde  will  add  several  bushels 
to  the  next  harvest.  It  takes  as  much  land  and  labor  to  raise 
a light  crop  as  a heavy  one.  Sold  in  bottles. 

Pint,  35c;  quart,  60c;  gallon $2.00 

(By  express  at  purchaser’s  expense). 


INSECTICIDES,  Etc. 


TREE  TANGLEFOOT — The  best  remedy  against  Caterpillars 
and  all  tree  crawling  insects.  Will  remain  sticky  for  three 

months.  1 lb.  35c;  3 lbs  (Postpaid) $1.00 

TOBACCO  DUST — For  dusting  plants  affected  with  aphis;  also 
used  on  squash  vines  and  melons,  and  now  largely  used  for 

fumigating,  1 lb.  20c;  5 lbs.  (Postpaid) 75c 

FISH  OIL  SOAP — For  Aphis  and  all  insects  which  suck.  This 
soap  dissolved  3 oz.  to  gallon  and  sprayed  on  warm  is  very 

effective.  y2  lb.  (Postpaid)  25c;  1 lb.  (Postpaid) 35c 

BORDEAUX  MIXTURE — The  standard  fungicide  for  the  preven- 
tion of  nearly  all  fungus  diseases  in  plant  and  tree  life.  Full 
directions  with  each  can. 

1 lb.  pkg.,  (Postpaid) 25c 

NICOTICIDE — This  is  undoubtedly  the  best  destroyer  of  Green 
Fly  or  Aphis,  Red  Spider,  Mealy  Bug  or  any  insect  that  is 
destructive  to  plant  life.  Can  be  used  as  a fumigator  or  as 
a spray.  Put  up  in  liquid  form.  Full  directions  are  given 
with  each  can.  Diluted  as  directed  this  spray  costs  about  1 
cent  a gallon. 

% pt.  70c;  V2  pt.  $1.25;  pt.  $2.50;  qt.  $4.50;  gallon ..  $15.00 
LAMP  AND  FUMIGATOR  for  using  Nicoticide  in  fumigating, 

complete,  (Postpaid) 65c 

CHLOROLEUM — For  destroying  Chicken  Lice,  Bed  Bugs,  Ants 
and  other  insects.  To  destroy  Ants  use  one  part  Chloroleum 
to  30  parts  water  and  pour  in  their  nest  after  sundown. 

Per  quart  can,  with  directions,  (Postpaid) 75c 

DUSTERS,  TIN — Used  for  shaking  powdered  insecticides  on 

plants,  2 qt.,  each,  (Postpaid) 55c 

HAMMOND’S  SLUG  SHOT — An  old  reliable  remedy  for  destroy- 
ing Potato  Bugs,  Cabbage  and  Canker  Worms,  etc.  Put  up 
in  powder  form  with  full  directions. 

1 lb.  perforated  can,  25c;  5 lb.  pkg.,  (Postpaid) 60c 


The  Plant  on  the  Right  Shows  the  Results  of  Using  Mulford’^ 

Nitro-Germ. 

THE  MULFORD  NITRO — GERM — Follow  Nature’s  own  plan  of 

increasing  the  fertility  of  the  soil  by  growing  leguminous 
crops.  Stimulate  their  growth  and  increase  their  yield  by 
using  The  Mulford  Nitro-Germ.  It  forms  nodules  on 
the  roots  of  leguminous  plants.  These  nodules  will  con- 
vert nitrogen  from  the  air  into  nitrates,  suitable  as  food  for 
the  plants.  Available  nitrates  help  the  growth  and  devel- 
opment of  legumes  and  other  plants,  and  increase  the  yield. 
Legumes  enrich  and  renovate  the  soil  and  are  rich  in  food 
value  for  man  and  beast.  The  cost  of  seed  or  soil  inocula- 
tion with  the  Mulford  Nitro-Germ  is  small — the  returns  are 
large. 

The  Mulford  Nitro-Germ  is  supplied  for  inoculating  the  fol- 
lowing legumes  (a  specific  strain  of  bacteria  for  each  differ- 
ent legume):  Alfalfa  (Lucerne);  Crimson  Clover;  Sweet 

Clover,  White  Clover,  Red  Clover;  Alsikfe  Clover;  Mammoth 
Clover;  Burr  Clover,  Yellow  Clover;  Berseem  Clover;  Cow 
Peas;  Soy  Beans;  Canada  Field  Peas;  Peanuts;  Spring  Vetch; 
Winter  Vetch;  Horse  Beans;  Velvet  Beans;  Perennial  Peas; 
Sweet  Peas;  Garden  Peas;  Garden  Beans;  Lima  Beans;' 
Lupins;  Sanfoin,  Beggar  Weed,  and  others.  The  Mulford 
Nitro-Germ  for  the  different  legumes  listed  above  in 
heavy-face  type  can  be  shipped  immediately  from  stock.  The 
others  will  be  prepared  to  order  and  can  be  supplied  in  a 
few  days.  Easy  to  use;  requires  no  special  knowledge,  no 
previous  experience,  no  special  implements.  Three  sizes: 
Garden  size,  (%  acre),  50c;  1 acre  size,  $2.00;  5 acre  size,  $9.00 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


SEED  POTATOES.  105 


ROUGH  RIDfffl 


The  growing  and  handling  of  seed 
potatoes  is  an  important  branch  of 
our  business.  All  the  standard  varieties 
we  have  especially  grown  for  us  by  the 
most  experienced  and  reliable  ranchers 
in  this  vicinity. 

EARLY  OHIO — Very  early  pink  with 
white  flesh. 

EARLY  SIX  WEEKS — A popular  early 
white  fleshed  variety. 

ROUGHRIDER — (Or  Hammond).  Good  main  cropper. 
Any  of  the  above  varieties — 

50  lbs $1.50 

100  lbs $2.50 


PARIS  GREEN — Most  effective  Potato  Bug  killer  known;  sure  death  to  all  insects  which 
eat  foliage.  Put  up  in  sealed  packages.  Use  1 oz  to  3 gallons  of  water  or  1 lb.  to 
50  for  Potato  Bugs,  or  1 oz.  to  6 gallons  of  water,  or  1 lb.  to  100  for  spraying  trees. 
We  are  the  largest  dealers  in  Paris  Green  in  the  State  and  carry  the  Ansbacher  and 
Sherwin-Williams  brands — the  standards  of  purity. 

% lb.  cans  (postpaid),  15c;  y2  lb.  cans,  (postpaid)  25c;  1 lb.  cans  (postpaid),  40c; 

5 lb.  cans,  (postpaid),  $1.75.  Write  for  prices  in  larger  quantities. 

ARSENATE  OP  LEAD — This  is  a stomach  poison  which  is  rapidly  taking  the  place  of 
Paris  Green.  Its  great  advantages  are  that  it  adheres  well  to  the  foliage  and  hence 
the  spraying  does  not  have  to  be  repeated,  as  it  does  not  readily  wash  off  with  rain. 

I lb.  30c;  5 lbs,  (postpaid) $1.40 

Use  1 lb.  in  16  gallons  of  water.  Write  for  prices  in  large  quantities. 

DRY  POWDERED  ARSENATE  OP  DEAD — This  material  contains  from  31  to  33  per  cent 
arsenic — the  killing  agent.  Being  light  and  flury,  it  stays  in  suspension  and  covers 
the  foliage  evenly.  Its  adhesiveness  is  unsurpassed.  Growers  appreciate  its  con- 
venience, safety  and  economy. 

y2  lb.  pkgs.  30c;  1 lb.  pkgs.  (Postpaid) 50c 

TUBER  TONIC — This  material  is  a three-in-one  spray  for  potatoes,  designed  to  kill 
leaf-eating  insects,  prevent  and  eradicate  blight,  and  act  as  an  indirect  tonic  to  the 
plant.  Tuber-Tonic  will  prove  most  economical  to  the  farmer  who  has  in  the  past 
sprayed  with  Bordeaux  Mixture  to  which  has  been  added  either  Arsenate  of  Lead  or 
Paris  Green.  Growers  will  find  Tuber- Tonic  safe  to  use  on  the  most  delicate  fol- 
iage. Fewer  sprayings  are  necessary  because  of  its  great  adhesiveness. 

1 lb.  glass  jars,  (Postpaid)  50c 


CYCLONE  SEEDER,  PLANTERS. 

THE  CYCLONE  SEEDER — Fifty  acres  in  a ten-hour  day— seeded  evenly,  thoroughly  and 
easily.  That’s  what  you  can  do  with  a Cyclone  Seeder.  Use  it  with  any  seeds  that 
can  ba  sown  broadcast — or  with  ground  bone,  ashes  or  fertilizers — a Cyclone  will 
pay  for  itself  in  three  hours’  work.  Because  its  absolutely  even  distribution  will 
make  three  bushels  do  the  work  of  four.  Low  priced,  but  guaranteed  absolutely. 
The  average  cost  of  a peck  of  clover  seed  will  buy  a Cyclone  Seeder — and  a Cyclone 
will  save  you  that  much  in  a six-acre  sowing.  It  is  the  most  comfortable  seeder 
to  use  you  ever  saw.  too.  Shaped  to  fit  the  body,  it  is  held  against  the  left  side  by 
strap  over  one  shoulder — there  is  no  neck  strap  and  your  hands  are  in  a natural 
position,  and  it  surely  does  the  work.  Stands  up,  too,  season  after  season.  Bet- 
ter get  one  for  your  next  sowing.  Price,  only,  $1.50;  (Postpaid) $1.75 

POTATO  PLANTER — A light  tubular 
planter.  Its  spring-closed  jaws  are  es- 
pecially designed  to  enter  the  soil  easily, 
yet  open  wide  enough  to  drop  the  largest 
seed.  The  dropping  lever  is  adjustable 
for  any  depth  of  planting.  The  conveyor 
tube  is  galvanized  iron.  Price,  each,  $ i . 2 5 

(Postpaid)  $1.45 

ACME  CORN  PLANTER— Works  In  any 
soil;  has  a flexible  and  adjustable  iron 
drop,  and  does  not  wear  the  brush.  It 
has  an  iron  seed  box  and  iron  channel. 
The  foot  is  made  of  polished  steel.  It 
is  well  made,  strong,  durable,  reliable 
and  gives  universal  satisfaction. 

Each,  $1.50,  (Postpaid) $1.75 


PARIS  GREEN 


Is  strictly  pure — made  and  kept  at 
highest  standard. 

Is  sure  death  to  bugs — kills  every 
time. 

Is  the  most  satisfactory  Paris  Green 
sold  today. 

Is  uniform  in  strength  and  quality 
— protects  the  crops  always. 


Get  it  at  our  store. 


SEED 

POTATOES 


S.N.CO, 


S.N.CO 


106  LAWN  & GARDEN  REQUISITES 


STATE  NURSERY  CO, 


Lawn  and  Garden  Requisites 

LAWN  MOWERS 

ZENITH,  BALL  BEARING. 

A first  class  Mower  in  every  respect;  will  cut  tall  heavy  grass  as  well  as  light  growth  with  the  least  labor  on  the  part  of  the 
operator.  Its  special  features  are:  Double  ratchet,  and  simple  and  positive  adjustment  of  the  cones;  smooth  cutting,  easy  and 

quiet  running;  lasts  long  and  repairs  seldom  needed. 

Crucible  Steel  Cutter  Bar  and  Blades,  hardened,  tempered  and  ground. 

Wheels  finished  in  red,  reel  in  gold  and  frame  m aluminum.  Drive  wheels  10  in.  diameter;  revolving  cylinder  5%  in. 
diameter;  four  crucible  steel  blades. 

Width  of  cut,  inches 14  16 

Weight,  each,  lbs 46  48 

Each  $12.25  $12.50 

HARTFORD,  BALL  BEARING. 

Adjustable  throughout,  beautifully  finished  in  silver  and  gold  bronze,  bicycle  ball  bearing  device  makes  it  an  exceedingly  easy 
and  quiet  running  machine;  cones  and  cups  made  of  solid  cone  steel,  no  pressed  cups  used;  bearings  of  best  quality  tool  steel; 
cups  and  cones  are  dust  proof  and  made  with  a degree  of  perfection  equal  to  the  best  bicycle  bearings. 

Drive  wheels  are  8 in.  diameter;  revolving  cylinder  5%  in.  diameter;  four  crucible  steel  blades,  perfectly  ground. 

Width  of  cut,  inches 14  16 

Weight,  each,  lbs 47  49 

Each  , $10.00  $10.50 


GRASS  CATCHERS 


EASY  EMPTY. 

Emptied  by  lifting  from  mower  by  the  handle  and  dumping  grass  into  a basket,  wheelbarrow  or  wherever  desired. 

Can  be  left  off  when  mowing  steep  banks,  or  when  not  desirable  to  catch  the  grass. 

Easily  attached  or  detached;  easily  adjusted  to  fit  any  size  or  make  of  mower;  can  be  raised  or  lowered;  set  forward  or 
backward;  made  narrower  or  wider;  and,  once  fitted,  needs  no  further  attention.  Pull  directions  with  each  Catcher. 


Galvanized  Steel  Bottom,  18x20  in.;  for  12  to  18  in.  Mowers;  capacity  % bushel ..$1.50 

Canvas  Bottom,  18x20  in.;  for  12  to  18  in.  Mower;  capacity  % bushel 1.25 


SHEARS 


GRASS  SHEARS — Diamond  edge  tool  steel,  the  best  that  money  can  buy;  per  pair,  (Postpaid) 

HEDGE  SHEARS — (English).  8 in.  blade,  per  pair,  $1.75;  9 in.  blade,  per  pair,  (Postpaid) 

Useful  for  trimming  shrubs,  small  bushes  and  trees;  also  preferred  by  many  for  edging  lawns  and  beds. 


75c 

$2.25 


HOSE 


Goodrich  Corrugated  Rubber  Hose  is  a rubber  hose  made  in  500 
foot  lengths  by  machinery;  no  seams,  no  uneven  winding, 
every  foot  alike.  Tested  to  a water  pressure  of  270  lbs.,  to 
the  inch.  Practical  men  and  women  will  use  no  other;  it  is 
not  only  the  best  hose  manufactured,  but  the  convenience  of 
being  able  to  get  just  the  number  of  feet  you  may  require 


is  a strong  point  in  its  favor. 

% inch,  per  foot,  20c;  100  feet $18.00 

% inch,  per  foot,  18c;  100  feet $16.00 


Pitted  with  couplings,  ready  for  use. 

Whirlpool  Hose — This 
hose  we  believe  to 
be  the  very  best 
value  in  the  market 
today.  We  have 
some  in  use  now 
that  has  had  nine 
years’  usage.  A 
thoroughly  well 
made  6-ply  hose  in 
% and  % in.  sizes, 
guaranteed  for  a 
season. 

% inch,  50  ft.  length,  coupled  ready  for  use $6.25 

% inch,  50  ft.  length,  coupled  ready  for  use $7.50 

Amazon — The  best  cotton  hose  manufactured;  guaranteed  to  give 
satisfaction,  and  wear  well. 

% inch,  per  50  foot  length,  coupled  ready  for  use..  $5. 50 

% inch,  per  25  foot  length $3.00 

Rival  Cotton  Hose — A good  grade  of  cotton  hose — the  best  for 
the  price  on  the  market. 

Vz  inch,  per  60  foot  length,  coupled  ready  for  use.. $5. 00 


LAWN  SPRINKLERS 


qualities  may  be  quickly  tested  by 
terior  faucet.  Price,  50c. 


THE  UNIVERSAL — A 

wonderful  sprayer. 
A quarter  of  a turn 
in  any  direction 
gives  every  -variety 
of  spray  from  a near 
shut-off  to  a straight 
stream.  Its  spraying 
attaching  it  to  any  in- 


THE  SQUARE  FOUNTAIN  SPRINKLES — The  lower  holes  throw 
a wide  spreading  square.  From  the  crown  is  emitted  a volcano 

of  smoky  mist  that 
is  unsurpassed  for 
beauty.  It  gives  an 
even  distribution  that 
is  seldom  equaled.  It 
will  sprinkle  along 
the  side  of  your 
house,  or  along  a 
walk  and  reach  the 
edges  without  throw- 
ing water  over  the 
walk  and  on  the 

. . . passer-by.  It  will 

cut  to  a line  in  such  manner  that  it  is  not  necessary  to 
sprinkle  half  the  grass  twice  to  get  over  it  thus  covering 
the  ground  with  the  least  water.  Price,  75c 


“TWIN”  SPRINKLER — See 

cut.  Made  of  zinc  metal 
and  cannot  rust.  Will 
cover  the  lawn  evenly  for 
16  feet  radius.  Very  pop- 
ular. Each,  30c. 

THE  GEM — The  best  nozzle 
for  hand  use;  will  throw 
a straight  stream  or 
spray.  Each.  “50c. 

FAN  SPRINKLER — M ado 
of  zinc  metal  and  shaped 
so  that  it  will  water  a 
bed  on  one  side  only. 
Very  convenient  to  use 
from  a cement  walk.  Each 
25c. 

“CENTRAL  NOZZLE” — A 

marvel  in  simplicity,  effi- 
ciency and  xow  cost.  To  hold  in  the  hand  or  stick  in  the 
ground.  A nozzle  that  throws  all  kinds  of  streams  and 
sprays,  and  will  stay  where  it  is  placed.  Each,  25c. 


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LA  WN  & CARDEN  REQUISITES— (Continued) . 1 07 


‘HANDY”  FOUNTAIN  SPRINKLER — Not  very  big;  costs  very 
little;  but  it  sprinkles  as  much  ground  as  the  big  ones.  It 

throws  all  the  water 
away  from  the  hose 
end,  giving  a beau- 
tiful fountain  spray. 

No  tipping  over- 
trouble,  just  walk 
up  to  it  and  adjust 
it  after  the  water  is 
turned  on.  It  is 
handy.  When  held 
in  the  hand  it  is 
splendid  for  sprink- 
ling flowers.  The 
weight  of  the  metal 
and  the  shape  make 
it  proof  against 
hard  knocks.  Made 
of  heavy  No.  22 
gauge  brass,  41/. 
inches  high.  Each  35c. 


inches  long  by 


HOSE  MENDERS 


HOSE  MENDERS — (Brass).  For  joining  a broken 
hose,  cut  through,  insert  the  mender  and  wire 
on  both  ends.  For  either  y2  inch  or  % inch 

hose.  Each 5c 

HOSE  MENDERS — (Galvanized  Iron).  Used  same 

way  as  above;  % inch,  each 10c 

HOSE  MENDER  PERFECT  CLINCHER— No  wir- 
ing, no  screws,  no  tools  needed  except 
a hammer;  no  obstruction  in  the  hose; 
a boy  can  use  them  and  make  a perfect 
mend;  a one-piece  article  which  does 
the  work  of  the  mender  and  tube  and 
two  clamps  ordinarily  used. 

Price,  y2  inch,  10c;  3 for 25c 

Price,  % inch,  10c;  3 for 25c 


not  leak.  Requires  one  tool — a hammer.  The  finger  ends 
come  down  directly  behind  the  head,  buckling  the  hose  over 
the  head  and  clamping  it  tight  against  the  body  of  the  tube, 
either  a direct  pull,  or  heavy  water  pressure  tends  to  set  the 
head  more  solidly  into  the  rubber — the  harder  the  pressure 

the  tighter  it  gets.  It 
makes  the  same  joint 
with  the  hose  as  the 
Perfect  Clinching 

Mender.  The  tough 
brass  in  the  clamping 
fingers  permits  tak- 

ing off  and  using 
again.  Made  of 

heavy  wrought  brass,  in  %,  % and  y2  inch  sizes.  Strong  and 
durable  at  every  point.  Price,  each  15, 

GARDEN  REELS — For  using  with  a garden  line;  very  handy 

tool.  Each 50c 

GARDEN  LINE — Strong,  fraided  jute  line,  100  ft.  lengths..  65c 

GRAFTING  "WAX — Prepared  Wax  for  grafting,  % lb,  10c; 

y2  lb 20c 

GLAZING  POINTS — Van  Reyper’s;  the  new.  point  for  glazing 

sash,  etc.  Per  1,000 65c 

PRUNING  PAINT — You  will  find  paint  much  more  effective  in 
stopping  “bleeding”  of  the  sap  after  pruning  trees,  shrub- 
bery, etc.,  than  tar  and  other  mixtures  sometimes  used.  It 
is  also  more  convenient  to  use  and  more  satisfactory  in  every 
respect.  It  effectually  seals  the  surface  and  will  not  wash 
off  with  the  weather.  Pruning  Paint  is  also  an  excellent 
preventive  of  worm  boring.  It  is  prepared  ready  for  the 
brush. 

1 pint  cans,  30c;  1 quart  cans 60c 


RAFFIA 


RAFFIA — Useful  material  for  tying  plants;  also  used  for  basket 
making.  Per  lb 45c 


HOSE  BANDS — (Brass).  In  y2  inch  or 
inch,  for  fastening  the  hose  to  a coup- 
ling with  nut  and  screw;  each.... 5c 


HOSE  REELS 

HOSE  REELS — Convenient  reel  for  large 
lawns,  street  parking,  etc.  Holds  200  ft. 
hose,  well  and  strongly  made  of  tubu- 
lar steel;  runs  easily  and  will  save  the 
hose  much  wear.  Price $6.00 

HOSE  COUPLINGS 

HOSE  COUPLINGS — (Brass).  In  y2  inch  or  % inch  sizes.  Per 
pair,  25c. 

SNAP  HOSE  COUPLING — Instantaneous,  simple,  durable,  al- 
ways tight.  The  only  quick  coupling  in  general  use.  In 
addition  to  being  quick  and  easy,  it  has  a free  swivel  which 
instantly  relieves  any  twisting  or  kinking  of  the  hose.  Also 
it  does  away  entirely  with  the  usual  washer  troubles,  for  the 
washer  cannot  loosen  and  will  last  a season  in  constant  use 


TROWELS 

211.  Forged  Steel  Garden  Trowel,  blade  and  shank  are  made 
of  One  piece  of  steel,  being  forged  out  in  the  same  way  as  masons’ 
brick  trowels.  A stout,  strong  trowel,  suitable  for  the  hardest 
work. 

Price,  6-inch  blade,  each ...50c 

212.  Solid  Steel  Garden  Trowel,  made  of  one  piece  heavy 
sheet  steel,  the  shank  and  blade  being  one  piece;  a good  strong 
trowel  for  family  use;  finely  polished. 

Price,  6-inch  blade,  each  30c 

213.  Made  of  cold  rolled  steel,  bright  blades,  malleable  iron 
shanks,  firmly  riveted.  The  blades  will  not  pull  off  the  shanks. 

Price,  5-inch  blades,  each,  15c;  6-inch  blades 20c 

214.  English  pattern,  extra  heavy  Garden  Trowel;  shanks 
riveted  on  blade  with  extra  strong  rivets;  blades  finely  polished; 
a very  fine  article. 

Price,  6-inch  blades,  each 20c 

215.  English  pattern,  extra  heavy,  riveted  by  the  new  method 

Price,  6-inch  blades,  each  20c 


No.  1 screws  on  the  hydrant,  silcock  or  old  threaded  coupling. 
Price  15c. 

No.  2 screws  into  the  old  threaded  coupling  or  into  the 
nozzle  or  sprinkler.  Price  10c. 

No.  3,  Gooseneck,  screws  into  the  old  threaded  coupling. 
Most  useful  at  the  hydrant.  Price  15c. 

No.  4 is  corrugated  for  insertion  in  the  hose. 

No.  5,  corrugated,  for  insertion  in  the  hose  consists  of  No.  1 

and  threaded  shank. 

No.  6 is  Nos.  4 and  5 com- 
bined, showing  a complete 
coupling.  It  just  snaps  to- 
gether, that’s  all. 

Price,  35c. 


THE  ORIGINAL  “PERFECT  CLINCHING”  HOSE  COUPLING — 

All  brass — self— rastening.  Slip  it  in  tne  hose  and  hammer 

down — that’s  all.  For  cut  hose — as  smooth  and  more  durable 
than  a factory  inserted  coupling.  A self-fastening  coupling 

that  does  not  require 
lextra  bands,  bolts  or 
wires.  It  adjusts  itself 
to  any  thickness  of 
hose.  A fixed  hold — it 
will  not  pull  off.  It  can- 
not turn  within  the 
hose,  a great  gain  over 
other  couplings.  A 
smooth  joint  with  no 
projecting  parts.  A 
perfect  joint  that  can- 


216.  Ladies’  Flower  Trowels.  Riveted  by  new  method. 


Price,  6-inch  blade 15c 

217.  Transplanting  Trowel — The  blade  and  shank  of  this 
trowel  are  made  of  one  piece  of  heavy  sheet  steel.  Excellent  for 
lifting  and  setting  out  plants  and  seedlings. 

Price,  5-inch  blade 15c 


All  articles  on  this  page  which  can  be  sent  by  mail  are’ Postpaid. 


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1 08  LA  WN  & CARDEN  REQ  U I SITES— (Continued) 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


Hoes,  Rakes, 

Spading  Forks,  Etc. 


Steel  Weeder. 

STEEL  WEEDER — Special  steel  blade;  3- 
inch  wide  with  plain  ferrule,  short  handle. 
Each  ■ • • 40c 

AMERICAN  WEEDER 

Very  useful  weeder 
used  extensively  by 
market  gardeners 
for  thinning  out. 

Each  25c 

DIBBLES — Bent  wood  handle  with  iron  point; 
usual  size,  handiest  tool  ever  made  for 
transplanting  cabbage,  etc. 

Price,  each 30c 

DIBBLES — “D”  handle  iron  Dibble,  straight. 

Price,  each 40c 

GARDEN  WEEDER  WITH 
RAKE — A short-handled 
tool,  very  handy  for  flower 

garden.  Each 20c 

\ 1 M l I EXCELSIOR  WEEDER— Very 

' 1 ' populai  tool  in  the  flower 

garden.  Each 10c 

GARDEN  FORK — 3-tined  short  handle;  very 
useful  tool;  strong.  Each 20c 


Cut  No.  3 — Beebe  Cultivator  Hoe.  Spe- 
cial steel,  6-inch  blade,  .4  1-3  foot 

handle;  each ,65c 

Cut  No.  1 — Ivanhoe  Socket  Hoe.  First 
quality  regular  steel,  7-inch  blade; 

each  65c 

Cut  No.  2 — Regular  Field  or  Garden  Hoe. 
First  quality  steel,  6 y2  inches  wide; 

each  50c 

Cut  No.  4 — Acme  Special  Steel  Weeding 
Hoe.  4 1-3  ft.  handle;  very  useful 
light  tool.  4 V2  inch  blade,  each..  75c 
Cut  No.  5 — Three-Prong  Steel  Weeding 
Hoe.  Regular  sheet  steel  blades,  iron 
shanks,  4 1-3  ft.  handles;  each..,. 50c 
Cut  No.  6 — Garden  Rake.  Solid  end  bow, 
regular  steel,  fourteen  curved  teeth,  6- 

foot  handle;  each 75c 

Garden  Rake — Malleable  iron;  equal  to 
any  malleable  iron  rake  made,  twelve 
curved  teeth;  single  shank,  each.. 30c 
Cut  No.  7 — Wire  Lawn  Rake.  The  best 
lawn  rake  known,  has  twenty-four 
wire  teeth  with  a twenty-inch  metal 

head;  each  75c 

Cut  No.  8 — Sod  Lifter.  Special  steel, 
polished  blade,  bent  iron  D handles; 

each  $1.10 

Turf  Edger — Special  steel  socket,  4 y2  ft. 

handle,  polished  steel  blade;  each.. 75c 
Hand  Spade — A three-pronged,  hand 
forged  grip  handle  garden  Spade, 
which  is  a very  useful  tool  in  flower 

garden;  each 25c 

Regular  Four-Tined  Spading  Fork — 
First  quality,  polished  heavy  angu- 
lar tines,  strap  ferrules,  iron  D 

handles;  each  $1.10 

Regular  Four-Tined  Spading  Fork — First 
quality,  heavy  flat  tines,  polished 
strap  ferrules,  iron  D handles. 

Each  $1.10 

Columbia  Socket  Spading  Fork — First 
quality,  four  heavy  polished  angular 
tines,  solid  socket,  iron  D handle. 

Each  $1.25 

Boys’  Spading  Fork — Special  steel,  four 
light  angular  tines,  plain  ferrules,  3 V2 
ft.  iron  D handles;  each 75c 


Regular  4-Tine 
Angular  Spad- 
ing Fork. 


Boys’  4-Tine 
Spading 
Fork 


8 


7 


HELENA,  MONTANA, 


LAWN  & GARDEN  REQUISITES— (Continued) 


109 


HAND  CULTIVATORS 

EXCELSIOR  PATENT  ADJUSTABLE. 

Light,  strong,  malleable  iron  frame.  White  ash  handles,  fit- 
ted with  “D”  grips,  light  steel  wheel  16  inches  in  height;  1-inch 
tire.  Hoes  equipped  with  patent  adjustable  joints,  and  all  parts 
thoroughly  adjustable. 

Adjustable  Double  Wheel  Hoes — (Unequaled  in  design,  un- 
approached in  quality,  unsurpassed  in  durability).  Our  machin- 
ery is  balanced  just  right,  and  we  guarantee  it  to  do  better  work 
and  do  it  easier  than  any  other  hand  cultivator  on  the  market 


Made  in  the  following  styles: 

No.  76 — Double  Wheel  Hoe,  same  as  No.  66,  including  Weeding 

Hoes.  Price  $9.00 

No.  75 — Double  Wheel  Hoe,  same  as  No.  65,  including  Weeding 

Hoes.  Price  $8.50 

No.  74 — Double  Wheel  Hoe,  same  as  No.  64,  including  Weeding 

Hoes.  Price  $7.50 

No.  71 — Double  Wheel  Hoe,  same  as  No.  61,  including  Weeding 

Hoes.  Price  $6.00 

No.  61 — Double  Wheel  Hoe,  with  one  pair  6-inch  Hoes. 

Price  $5.00 

No.  64 — Double  Wheel  Hoe.  with  one  pair  6-inch  Hoes,  2 gangs 

Cultivator  Teeth.  Price  $6.50 

No.  65— Double  Wheel  Hoe,  with  one  pair  6-inch  Hoes,  two  gangs 
Cultivator  Teeth,  one  pair  Plows.  Price $7.50 


PLANET  JR.  SEEDERS  & CULTIVATORS 

No.  4 — Planet  Jr.,  Combined  Hill  and  Drill  Seeder,  Wheel  Hoe, 


Cultivator  and  Plow.  Price,  complete $12.00 

As  a Seeder  only  $10.00 


Steel  driving  wheel.  Weight,  complete,  53  lbs.,  Holds  2% 
quarts.  Equipment:  One  pair  of  4%  inch  hoes,  three  culti- 

vator teeth,  one  garden  plow,  one  leaf  guard.  The  No.  4 
Planet  Jr.  Seeder,  Wheel  Hoe,  Cultivator  and  Plow  has  been 
improved  recently. 


No.  4 Combineu  *>eeaer  and  Cultivator. 


No.  13 — Planet  Jr.  Double  Wheel  Hoe.  .Price $5.25 

Steel  frame.  Packed  weight,  29  lbs.  The  greatest  hand 
cultivating  tool  in  the  world  for  the  onion  and  small  sugar 
beet  grower,  and  also  for  every  grower  of  garden  and  mar- 
ket garden  crops  from  drilled  seed.  They  do  more,  and  do 
it  better  and  easier  than  can  possibly  be  done  in  any  other 
way,  where  rows  are  too  close  for  horse  work. 


No.  66 — Double  Wheel  Hoe,  as  per  cut,  with  the  following  at- 
tachments: 1 pair  6-inch  Hoes,  2 gangs  Cultivator  Teeth 

(6  teeth),  1 pair  plows,  2 6-inch  rakes $8.00 

No.  56 — Single  Wheel  Hoe,  with  the  following  attachments:  1 

pair,  6— inch  Hoes,  1 gang  of  3 Teeth,  1 right  hand  Plow,  1 6- 

tooth  Rake.  Price  $5.80 

No.  55 — Single  Wheel  Hoe,  with  the  following  attachments:  1 pair 
6-inch  Hoes,  1 gang  of  3 Teeth,  1 right  hand  Plow.  Price  $5.40 
No.  51 — Single  Wheel  Hoe,  with  the  following  attachments:  1 

pair  6-inch  Hoes.  Price $3.90 


THE  BARKER  WEEDER  AND  MULCHER 


We  offer  here  something  entirely  new.  It  is  so  different  from 
any  other  style  of  Weeder  that  it  commands  instant  attention.  It 
operates  on  the  plan  of  a lawn  mower.  The  blades  revolve,  chop 
the  surface  of  the  soil,  destroy  the  weeds  and  leave  a mulch 

which  holds  the  moist- 
ure to  feed  the  plant. 
Market  gardeners  take 
this  tool  on  sight. 
They  appreciate  the 
importance  of  the 
money  it  will  save  them. 
The  Barker  is  made  in  3 
sizes,  viz;  6— inch  cut, 
8%-inch  cut,  and  11- 
inch  cut.  Each  machine 
is  fitted  up  with  leaf 
guards  and  tooth  at- 
tachment. The  8%-inch 
cut  is  the  standard  size 
for  onion  sets  and  ordi- 
nal market  garden 
crops.  The  6— inch  is 
The  Lower  Knife  in  Connection  with  for  lettuce  and  crons 
the  Revolving  Kills  Every  weed.  that  are  planted  in  cloS 

rows.  The  11— inch  for  crops  that  are  planted  from  14  to  18 
inches  apart  in  the  rows. 


No.  6 D.  Complete  with  all  attachments,  6 inch ....  $5.00 

No.  8%  D.  Complete  with  all  Attachments,  8*4  inch....  6.00 

No.  11  D.  Complete  with  all  Attachments,  11  inch....  7.60 


No.  14,  Complete  with  All  Attachments  Except  Discs. 

No.  14 — Planet  Jr.  Double  Wheel  Disc,  Hoe,  Cultivator  and  Plow. 

Price,  with  attachments  as  in  cut $8.75 

steel  frame.  Packed  weight,  38  lbs.  One  set  disc  hoes,  one 
pair  3-prong  cultivator  teeth,  one  pair  plows,  one  pair  leaf 
lifters.  No.  14  is  a new  tool  which  gixes  excellent  satisfac- 
tion, especially  pleasing  to  all  who  work  peat  lands.  There 
are  three  discs  on  each  side,  oil  tempered,  which  may  all  be 
used  at  once  or  one  or  two  on  a side,  as  preferred.  With  the 
leaf  lifters  the  work  can  be  done  without  danger  of  cutting 
off  the  leaves  and  injuring  the  plants.  The  discs  are  also 
adjustable  for  depth  and  to  throw  to  or  from  the  row,  as 
desired. 

TWO  NEW  PLANET  JR.  SEED  DRILLS — No.  28,  Planet  Jr. 
Combined  Hill  and  Drill  Seeder,  Wheel  Hoe,  Cultivator,  Rake 

and  Plow.  Packed  weight,  71  lbs.  Holds  3 quarts,  Price  $15.75 
Equipment:  One  pair  6-inch  Hoes;  one  pair  4%-inch  Hoes; 

one  pair  5-tooth  Rakes;  three  cultivator  Teeth;  one  landside 
Plow;  one  Leaf  Guard;  one  Marking  Attachment;  steel 
handles.  Factory  and  field  tests  show  these  seed  drills 
to  be  the  most  accurate  the  Planet  Jr.  Co.  have  ever  made. 
The  steel  handles  are  an  improvement  over  the  old  style, 
and  the  grip  handles  are  thought  to  be  an  added  improve- 
ment. 


No.  29— Planet  Jr.  Hill  and  Drill  Seeder.  Price $12.25 

15— inch  steel  driving  wheel.  Holds  3 quarts.  Steel  handles, 
packed  weight,  57  lbs.  This  is  the  No.  28  as  a hill  and  drill 
Seeder  only,  no  Cultivating  attachments. 


1 10  LAWN  & GARDEN  REQUISITES— (Continued) 


STATE  NURSERY  CO. 


SPRAYERS 


THE  “SUCCESS” 
SPRAY  PUMP — 

This  pump  has 
brass  air  cham- 
ber in  the  stock 
and  is  furnished 
with  Bordeaux 
Nozzle  which 
throws  continu- 
ous stream,  or 
fine  or  coarse 
spray.  Price,  as 
illustrated,  with 
3 ft.  hose.  . $4.50  brass 
Postpaid  . . $4.75 
THE  “PERFECT 
SUCCESS” — The 
best  Bucket 
pump  ever  man- 
ufactured. The 
special  foot  rest 
clamps  bucket 
and  pump  solid- 
ly together,  and 
a sliding  ring  on 
the  cylinder  se- 
cures the  ball,  so  that  the  outfit  may 
be  carried  in  one  hand.  Four  feet  of 
hose  and  Bordeaux  Nozzle  is  fur- 
nished. Price  complete,  with  4 ft. 

hose,  $5.00;  Postpaid $5.25 

7 foot  extra  section  of  hose  for  Suc- 
cess or  Perfect  Success  Pumps  with 
couplings  and  pole  holder ....  $1.50 


The  “Success.” 


No.  25  Spray  Pump. 


THE  NO.  25  BRASS  SPRAY  PUMP — Constructed  entirely  of 
brass,  furnished  with  three  reet  of  heavy,  best  quality  rub- 
ber hose,  detachable.  Strong  serviceable  pump  for  all  kinds 
of  spraying,  from  a fine  mist  to  whitewash  spraying. 

Price,  as  illustrated,  complete,  $4.00;  postpaid $4.25 


THE  SIMPLEX  SPRAYER 

This  is  without  question 
the  most  economical  ma- 
chine of  its  kind  on  the 
market.  It  is  the  first  and 
only  Compressed  Air 
Sprayer  maintaining  a 
high  pressure  in  the  tank, 
regardless  of  the  amount 
of  liquid  contained  therein. 
The  pumping  is  done  while 
in  operation;  thus  replac- 
ing pressure  as  fast  as  the 
liquid  is  being  used.  The 
only  way  this  can  be  ob- 
tained is  by  making  the 
pump  in  a portable  relation 
to  the  tank.  This  is  one  of 
the  most  important  feat- 
ures in  the  “SIMPLEX” 
sprayer,  because  the  pres- 
sure is  under  perfect  con- 
trol at  all  times.  One  tube 
brings  the  air  into  the  tank 
and  the  other  forces  the 
solution  to  the  Nozzle.  This 
is  why  the  “SIMPLEX” 
sprayer  is  so  convenient 
and  easy  to  operate. 


The  “SIMPLEX”  Sprayer 
has  been  indorsed  and  is 
recommended  by  the  lead- 
ing Agricultural  Experi- 
ment Stations  in  the 
United  States.  It  is  guar- 
anteed to  give  entire  sat- 
isfaction. The  purchase 
price  will  be  refunded  or  a 
new  sprayer  replaced  with- 
in ten  days  after  receipt  of 
machine,  if  failing  to  give 
satisfaction.  This  is  a 
much  broader  guarantee 
than  that  made  by  other 
manufacturers  in  this  line. 

Uses — For  spraying  Ar- 
senate of  Lead,  Paris 
Green,  Bordeaux  Mixture, 
Sulphate  of  Iron,  Kerosene  Emulsion,  Stock  Dips,  Disinfectants, 
Whitewash,  Cold  Water  Paints,  etc.,  on  Plants,  Bushes,  Trees, 
Nursery  Stock,  Cattle  and  in  Barns,  Poultry  Houses;  Factories, 
warehouses,  etc.,  etc. 

3 gallon  Galvanized  Tank,  complete,  (postpaid) $6.00 


The  double  Nozzle  is  for  spraying  two  rows  of  potatoes  or 
similar  shrub  at  once,  as  fast  as  a man  walks.  Variation  in 
width  between  the  rows  is  regulated  by  raising  or  lowering  the 
pump.  Price,  eacn $2.25 


Extensions  are  made  in  2-ft.  lengths  and  are  used  for  spray- 
ing trees.  Whitewash,  Cold  Water  Paints,  or  where  it  is  desired 
to  secure  a spray  several  feet  away  from  the  operator.  With 
the  combination  of  a few  extensions,  trees  of  ordinary  height 
cen  be  successfully  sprayed.  Price,  each 75c 


Three  Spray  Nozzle  is  used  for  spraying  Sulphate  of  Iron, 
and  for  disinfecting  Flax  Seeds,  etc.  etc.  It  will  produce  a spray 
about  6 feet  wide,  and  is  very  convenient  to  use  in  covering  a 

large  area  quickly.  Price,  each $2.50 

The  Elbow  is  used  for  spraying  the  under  side  of  leaves  or 
where  it  is  desired  to  direct  the  spray  on  an  angle.  It  will  fit  all 
attachments  used  with  the  “SIMPLEX”  sprayer.  Price,  each..  75c 


No.  2 Caps  are  used  for  spraying  heavy  mixtures  such  as  Cold 
Water  Paints,  Whitewash,  Bordeaux  Mixture,  etc.  These  are 
constructed  with  larger  spray  openings  than  the  regular  standard 
caps,  and  are  made  to  fit  all  “SIMPLEX”  sprayer  attachments. 

Price,  each  75c 

Straining  Funnel  is  made  of  heavy  sheet  copper  and  will  last 
a lifetime.  It  is  equipped  with  a cone-shaped  brass  strainer. 

Price,  each  $1.50 

Circular  giving  full  description  of  above  Sprayers,  also 
formulas  for  spraying,  free  on  request. 

This  is  one  of  the  Sprayers  specially  recommended  for  spray- 
ing Flax  Seed. 


SIMPLEX  GLASS  JAR  SPRAYER. 


Combination  Powder  Gun  and  Sprayer. 

Being  a simple  fruit  jar  sprayer  which  does  the  work  of  both 
powder  gun  and  sprayer,  and  costs  less  than  either.  The  tank 
never  rusts  and  never  requires  cleaning. 

You  can  have  a separate  jar  for  each  powder  or  solution — 
any  pint  Mason  jar  can  be  used  with  this  sprayer.  The  pump 
tube  is  made  of  heavy  tin  iy2  inches  in  diameter  and  is  15  inches 
long.  The  pump  leather  is  treated  so  that  it  always  remains  soft 
and  pliable — is  always  ready  for  use.  All  sprayers  are  securely 
packed. 

You  Can  Blow — Lice  Powder,  Insect  Powder,  Cabbage  Worm 
Powder,  Fly  Powder,  Hellebore,  Healing  Powder,  Paris  Green; 
in  fact  any  powder  that  blows. 

You  Can  Spray — Paris  Green  solution,  Liquid  Lice  Killer, 
Disinfectant,  Bordeaux  Mixture,  Fly  Knocker,  Sheep  Dip,  or  medi- 
cine of  any  kind  into  open  wounds  or  sore.  It  blows  and  sprays  in 
any  position,  up  or  down. 

You  don’t  know  of  a sprayer  that  has  more  genuine  use  than 
this.  Once  you  try  a SIMPLEX  Glass  Jar  Sprayer  you  will 
never  be  without  one. 

Price,  Postpaid 50c 


All  Sprayers  on  this  page  which 


can  be  sent  by  mail  are  Postpaid. 


HELENA,  MONTANA. 


LA  WN  & CARDEN  REQUISITES— {.Continued) . Ill 


SPRAYERS — (Continued) 


RUBBER  SPRAYER — For  the  house  plants. 

V2  pint  each  65c 

1 pint,  each  $1.25 

These  are  also  used  by  housewives  on 
ironing  days. 

THE  “BRANDT  DAISY”  is  a labor  saver. 
It  works  both  ways — sprays  the  same 
on  the  return  stroke  as  on  forward 
stroke,  thus  doing  twice  the  work. 
Sprays  straight  up  as  well  as  down,  a 
valuable  feature  in  spraying  poultry 
houses,  etc.  It  speaks  for  itself,  and 
needs  no  further  description.  Is  made 
Rubber  Sprayer.  with  galvanized  tank  and  holds  1 quart. 

Price,  each  95c 

THE  “MISTY”  SPRAYER  is  used  to  apply  all  kinds  of  insecti- 
cides on  plants,  etc.  Unsurpassed  for  applying  all  kinds  of 
stock  dips  and  fly  killei  on  cattle  and  horses,  also  for  disin- 
fecting poultry  houses,  barns, 
etc.  Made  of  good  tin  and 
holds  1 quart. 

Price,  each 65c 

THE  “BRANDT  EASY” — The 

only  one  of  its  kind  on  the 
market.  Strong,  durable  and 
attractive.  Has  a large  and 
strong  pump,  automatic  shut 
off  nozzle,  legs  under  tanks. 
Can  be  used  for  whitewash- 
ing, disinfecting  and  cleaning 
chicken  houses,  and  is  very 
desirable  for  large  gardens, 
etc.  It  is  built  of  galvanized 
steel  or  brass  as  ordered. 
Holds  one  gallon. 

Galvanized  steel  tank,  com- 
plete   $2.75 

OUR  NO.  20,  THE  KINO  OF 
ALL  SPRAYERS — Is  made 
with  beveled  air  chamber, 
which  enables  the  operator 
to  spray  in  any  direction  de- 
sired, and  has  a glass  reser- 
voir, detachable,  encased  so 
that  the  operator  at  all  times 
can  see  the  ingredients  mix- 
ing and  just  how  they  are  working.  The  glass  reservoir  is 
made  like  a Mason  fruit  jar,  and  any  such  will  fit  this 
sprayer.  Being  oblong,  it  gives  a churning  motion  while  the 
sprayer  is  in  use;  mixing  the  ingredients — which  cannot  be 
done  with  any  other  shaped  sprayer, 
and  will  not  allow  Paris  Green  to  set- 
tle. The  glass  sprayer  will  not  cor- 
rode or  rust  out,  as  is  the  case  with 
metai.  This  will  be  appreciated  at  a 
glance.  The  No.  20  Sprayer  has  a de- 
tachable glass  reservoir  holding  1 
quart.  The  air  chamber  is  18  inches 
in  length,  iy2  inches  in  diameter. 

Price,  each  75c 

THE  “U.  T.  K.”  COMPRESSED  AIR 
SPRAYER  throws  a continuous  fine 
mist  or  coarse  spray  which  is  accom- 
plished by  turning  the  little  brass 
nozzle  backward  or  forward.  It  is 
adapted  for  all  kinds  of  spraying  pur- 
poses and  cannot  be  excelled  for  kill- 
ing potato  bugs,  using  Paris  Green  and 
water,  as  well  as  for  spraying  all 
kinds  of  vegetable  plants,  shrubbery, 
grape  vines,  etc.  It  fills  a long  felt 
want  for  a small  sprayer,  giving  a 
continuous  spray.  The  reservoir  holds 
one  quart.  The  U.  T.  K.  will  spray 
up  or  down  or  in  any  direction  de- 
sired and  takes  the  place  of  every 
kind  of  atomizer  or  sprayer,  doing  the 
work  more  than  three  times  as  fast 
and  with  less  than  half  the  labor.  This  sprayer  can  be  op- 
erated by  a boy  or  lady  as  well  as  a man,  as  it  works  very 
easily  and  there  are  no  complicated  parts  to  get  out  of  order, 
It  is  galvanized  iron  with  air  chamber,  painted  a bright  red 
and  reservoir  striped. 

Price,  each  90c 

THE  “BRANDT”  SPRAYERS 

Description — The  tanks  are  made  of  heavy  brass  or  galvan- 
ized steel  and  will  not  rust  or  corrode.  Are  tested  with  four 
times  more  pressure  than  used  for  spraying,  and  will  not  burst. 
Filler  plug  and  connections  are  made  of  brass.  The  shoulder 
strap  and  body  rest  make  it  easy  and  convenient  to  carry.  Ca- 
pacity, 3 gallons. 

The  Pump  has  a brass  air  reservoir  in  the  plunger,  mak- 
ing it  easy  to  operate  and  a check  valve  for  the  air  to  pass 
through  on  return  stroke,  doubling  its  capacity. 

The  Nozzles  are  made  on  a new  principle  and  work  with  a 
combination  of  liquid  and  air  which  produces  more  force  with  7 
lbs.  of  pressure  than  others  do  with  100  lbs.,  giving  a fine  mist- 


like  spray  which  is  sent  out  with  such  force  that  clogging  is 
impossible. 

No.  2 “Brandt”  galvanized  steel  tank,  3 gal.  complete  $5.25 

No.  3 “Brandt”  brass,  3 gal.,  complete $6.50 

A 1-Quart  Funnel  with  brass  wire  strainer  accompanies 
above  Spravers  for  use  in  filling. 


ACCESSORIES  FOR  “BRANDT”  SPRAYERS. 

Double  Nozzle,  brass,  each  $1.85 

Tree  Nozzle,  brass,  each  1.85 

No.  2 Cap,  brass,  each 45 

No.  4 Cap,  brass,  each  1.00 

The  Brass  Double  Nozzle  sprays  two  rows  at  one  time,  thus 
doing  twice  the  work.  The  width  between  the  rows  is  regulated 
by  raising  or  lowering  the  pump. 

The  Tree  Nozzle  works  on  the  same  principle  as  above  noz- 
zles, but  has  a 3-ft.  brass  extension  for  higher  spraying. 

The  No.  4 Bordeaux  Nozzle  is  for  all  heavy  solutions,  like 
Bordeaux  Mixture,  Whitewash,  etc.  It  has  larger  openings  and 
is  Used  on  the  large  Sprayers. 

The  No.  2 Cap  is  for  the  same  purpose,  and  is  used  on  the 
double  nozzle,  tree  nozzle  and  Easy  Sprayer. 


Misty.  Daisy. 


All  Sprayers  on  this  page  which  can  be  sent  by  mail  are  Postpaid. 


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GENERAL 


INDEX 


PLANT  DEPT. — Cont 

HARDY  SHRUBS  AND 

Page. 

VINES  (Page  38). 

Silk  Oak 

16 

Page 

Smilax  

22 

Barberry  

38 

Snapdragon  

3 

Bridal  Wreath  

41 

Stocks  

22 

Caragana  

40 

Swainsona  

22 

Chinese  Matrimony 

Sweet  Aiyssum  

3 

Vine  

38 

Tobacco,  Flowering.  . 

19 

Clematis  

38 

Tradescantea  

22 

Cornus  

39 

Tuberoses  

22 

Currant  

40 

Umbrella  Plant 

8 

Dogwood  

39 

Verbena  . . . . 

22 

Elderberry  

39 

Vinca  

23 

Flowering  Crab  

40 

violets  

23 

German  Bitter-Sweet 

41 

Wallflower  

23 

Honeysuckle  

39 

Wandering  Jew  .... 

22 

Hop  Roots 

39 

Wax  Plant  

23 

Hydrangea  

39 

Zinnia  

23 

Lilacs  

39 

Matrimony  Vine 

38 

Mock  Orange  

40 

HARDY  PERENNIALS, 

Philadelphus  

40 

(Pages  29 — 3/). 

Acanthus  29 

Achillea  29 

Agrostemma  29 

Aiyssum,  Hardy  ....  29 

Aquilegia  29 

,-rabis  29 

Baby  s Breath  3 2 

Bear’s  Breech 29 

Bellflowers  30 

Bitter  Boot  33 

Blanket  Flower  32 

bleeding  Heart 31 

Boltonia  29 

Bouncing  Bet  36 

Campanula  30 

Candytuft,  Hardy  ...  33 

Canterbury  Bell 30 

Cerastium  30 

Chimney  Bell  Flower  30 
Chrysanthemum  Max- 
imum   30 

Columbine  29 

Coreopsis  30 

Cornflower  Aster....  36 

Day  Lily 34 

Daisies  30 

Delphinium  31 

Dianthus  31 

Dielytra  31 

Digitalis  31 

Doronicum  31 

Echinops  32 

Everlasting  Pea 33 

False  Chamomile....  29 

Flags  33 

Foxglove  31 

Gaillardia  32 

Geum  32 

Globe  Thistle  31 

Globe  Flower  36 

Golden  Glow 3 6 

Gypsophila  32 

Hardy  Garden  Pinks.  35 

Helenium  32 

Heliopsis  33 

Hemirocallas  34 

Hesperis  3 6 

Hollyhocks  33 

Iberis  33 

Iris  33 

Larkspur  30 

Lathyrus  33 

Lavender  33 

Leopard’s  Bane  31 

Lewisia  33 

Lobelia  34 

Lychnis  34 

Ly thrum  34 

Montana  Daisy  30 

Myrtle  Trailing  ....  36 
Orange  Sun  Flower.  . 33 

Penstemon  3 5 

Peonies  37 

Periwinkle  36 

Phlox,  Hardy  35 

Physostegia  35 

Platycodon  35 

Poppies  36 

Pyrethrum  36 

Ragged  Robin 34 

Rock  Cress  29 

Rose  Campion  29 

Rose  Loose  Strife  . . 34 

Rudbeckia  36 

Saponaria  36 

Shasta  Daisy  30 

Snow  in  Summer  ....  30 

Soapwort  36 

Stokesia  36 

Sweet  William  31 

Sweet  Rocket  36 

Trollius  36 

Vinca  36 

Virginia  Heather  ...  35 
Yucca  36 


Ribes  40 

Solanum  41 

Sambucus  40 

Siberian  Pea  40 

Snowball  40 

Snowberry  40 

Spirea  41 

Syringa  40 

V iburnum  40 

Virginia  Creeper  ....  41 
“Woodbine”  41 

SHADE  AND  ORNA- 
MENT AD  TR  EES. 
(Page  42). 

Arbor  Vitae 44 

Ash  43 

Balm  of  Gilead 43 

Birch  43 

Box  Elder  43 

Cuttings  44 

Elm  43 

Evergreen  45 

Horse  Chestnut  43 

Maple  44 

Mountain  Ash  43 

Poplar  44 

Rowanberry  43 

Spruce 44 

Willow  44 

FRUIT  TREES. 
(Page  46). 

Apples 46 

Cherries  47 

Pears  47 

Plums  47 

BUSH  FRUITS 

(Page  48). 

Blackberries  48 

Currants  48 

Dewberries  48 

Gooseberries  48 

Raspberries  48 

Strawberries  49 

VEGETABLE  PLANTS 
AND  GARDEN  ROOTS. 
(Page  50). 

Asparagus  50 

Cabbage  50 

Cauliflower  50 

Celery  50 

Chives  50 

Cucumbers  50 

Egg  Plant  50 

Horse  Radish  50 

Mint  50 

Parsley  50 

Pepper  50 

Rhubarb  50 

Sweet  Potatoes  50 

Tomatoes  50 

CUT  FLOWERS, 
(Page  51). 

FLOWER  SEEDS, 
(Pages  53  to  70). 

Abronia  53 

Acrolinium  53 

Ageratum 53 

Aiyssum  53 

Amaranthus  53 

Antirrhinum  53 

Angels  Breath  58 

Asperula  53 

Astermnm  53 

Asparagus  54 

(Sprengeri  & Plumosus) 

Asters  54 

Balsam  54 

Balsam,  Apple  54 

Balsam,  Pear  55 

Balloon  Vine 55 


FLOWER  SEEDS— Cont. 

Page 

Bartonia  55 

Bachelor’s  Button  ...  55 

Brachycome  55 

Beilis  57 

Bean,  Scarlet  Runner  55 

Burning  Bush  58 

Cacalia  55 

Calendula  ...'.. 55 

Calandrinia  55 

California  Poppy  ....  57 

Calliopsis  55 

Canary  Bird  Flower.  . 55 
Candytuft  55 


Canterbury  Bells 


56 


Carnation  56 

Castor  Bean  56 

Catchfly  56 

Centauria 56 

Chrysanthemum 56 

Clarkia  56 

Cobea  56 

Columbine  56 

Convolvulus  57 

Corn  Flower  55 

Cosmos  57 

Cucumber,  Wild  ....  57 

Dahlia  57 

Daisy  57 

Dianthus  61 

Digitalis 57 

Echinocysis  Lobata  . . 57 

Eschscholtzia  57 

Eutoca  57 

EveningScented  Stock  59 
Everlasting  Flowers.  65 
Flora’s  Paint  Brush.  . 55 

Floss  Flower 53 

Forget-me-not  60 

Foxglove  57 

Four  O’Clock  57 

Fringe  Flower  63 

Gaillardia  58 

Geranium  58 

Godetia 58 

Gomphren  58 

Gourd  58 

Gypsophila  58 

Helichrysum  58 

Heliotrope  58 

Hollyhock  58 

Humulus  58 

Ice  Plant  58 

Ipomea  58 

Kenilworth  Ivy  58 

Kochia  58 

Kudza  Vine 58 

Larkspur  59 

Linum  59 

Lobelia  59 

Love  Grove 60 

Love-in-a— Mist  59 

Lupins  59 

Mexican  Burning  Bush  59 

Marigold  59 

Matthiola  59 

Mignonette  59 

Moon  Flower  59 

Morning  Glory 59 

Mourning  Bride  ....  63 

Musk  Plant 60 

Myosotis  60 

Nasturtiums  . 60 

Nemophila  60 

Nicotiana  60 

Pansies 60 

Petunias  61 

Phlox  61 

Pinks  61 

Poppies  61 

Portulaca  62 

Pot  Marigold  55 

Pyrethrum  63 

Ricinus  63 

Rocket  64 

Salvia  63 

Salpiglossis  63 

Sand  Verbena 53 

Scabiosa  63 

Scarlet  Flax 59 

Scarlet  Runner  Beans  55 

Sch.zanthus  63 

Sea  Lavender 63 

Shamrock 63 

Shasta  Daisy  56 

Snapdragon  53 

Statice  63 

Stocks  64 

Strawflowers  64 

Sunflower  64 

Swan  River  Daisy  ...  55 

Sweet  Aiyssum  66 

Sweet  Peas  66  to  69 

Sweet  Rocket  64 

Sweet  William  64 

Tassel  Flower  55 

Thunbergia  64 


FLOWER  SEEDS — Cont. 

Page 

Verbena  64 

Wallflower  65 

Whitlavia  65 

Wisteria  65 

Wild  Cucumber  65 

Wild  Flower  Garden.  65 

Xeranthemum  65 

Zinnia  65 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS 

Artichokes  70 

Asparagus  70 

Beans,  Garden  70 

Beans,  Field  7 2 

Broccoli  72 

Beets,  Table  72 

Beets,  Sugar 73 

Beets,  Feeding 73 

Brussels  Sprouts  ....  74 

Cabbage  74 

Cauliflower  75 

Carrots  76 

Celery  77 

Celeriac  77 

Corn,  Sweet 78 

Corn,  Salad  79 

Cucumber  80 

Chervil  80 

Chives  80 

Cress  80 

Egg  Plant  80 

Endive  80 

Garlic  80 

Herbs  80 

Kale 81 

Kohl  Rabi  80 

Leek  81 

Lettuce  81 

Mangold  Wurzel  ....  73 

Melons,  Musk 83 

Melons,  Water  84 

Mustard  84 

Mushrooms  85 

Okra  85 

Onion  Sets  87 

Onion  Seed  85 

Parsley  87 

Parsnip  87 

Pepper  90 

Peas  88 

Pumpkin  90 

Radish  90 

Rhubarb  92 

Rutabaga  95 

Salsify  92 

Spinach  92 

Squash  92 

Sunflower  93 — 103 

Swiss  Chard  73 

Tomatoes  93 

Turnips  95 

FIELD  SEEDS 

Alfalfa  98—99 

Barley  104 

Bird  Seed 103 

Blue  Grass  100 

Brome  Grass  100 

Buckwheat  103 

Clover  99 

Field  Corn  101 

Flax  103 

Insecticides  104 

Millet  100 

Milo  Maize  103 

Oats 104 

Orchard  Grass  100 

Peas  102 

Pop  Corn  102 

Potatoes  105 

Rape  103 

Red  Top 100 

Rye  Grass  100 

Rye,  Spring  and  Fall.  104 

Salt  Bush  103 

Seed  Grains  104 

Soja  Bean  103 

Sorghum  102 

Speltz  104 

Timothy  100 

Vetches  102 

Wheat  104 


LAWN  AND  GARDEN 
REQUISITES 
(Pages  106—111). 


PRACTICAL  FARM 
BOOKS, 

(See  Inside  Back  Cover). 


LAWN  GRASS  AND 
LAWN  FERTILIZER, 
(Pages  96-97). 


I 


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Fertilizers  and  Crops.  L.  L.  Van 

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Handy  Farm  Devices,  R.  Cobleigh.  . 1.50 

Farm  Crops.  C.  W.  Burkett 1.50 

Cereals  in  America.  Thos.  Hunt . . 1.75 
Forage  and  Fibre  Crops  in  America 

Thos.  Hunt  1.75 

Farmers’  Cyclopedia  on  Agriculture 

Wilcox  & Smiui 3.50 

Farm  Development,  W.  M.  Hays..  1.50 
Farm  Machinery  and  Farm  Motors 

Davidson  & Chase  2.00 

First  Principles  of  Soil  Fertility. 

A.  Vivian 1.00 

Soils.  C.  W.  Burkett 1.25 

Farm  Grasses  of  the  United  States 

W.  J.  Spillman 1.00 

Weeds  Oj.  the  Farm  and  Garden.  L. 

H.  Pammel 1.50 

Farm  Appliances  50 

Fences.  Gates  and  Bridges 50 

Farm  Conveniences  1.00 

Land  Measurer  for  Farmers 50 

Forage  Crops  Other  Than  Grasses 

Thomas  Shaw 1.00 

Insects  and  Insecticides.  Clarence 

M.  Weed 1.50 

Injurious  Insects  of  the  Farm  and 

Garden.  Mrs.  Mary  Treat 1.50 

Methods  of  Making  Manures.  George 

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Talks  on  Manure.  Joseph  Harris..  1.50 

Soils  and  Crops  of  the  Farm.  Mor- 
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Soiling  Crops  and  the  Silo.  Thomas 

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Bookkeeping  for  Farmers.  T.  Clark 

Atkeson 25 

The  Young  Farmer — Some  Things 
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F.  Hunt  1.50 

School  Agriculture — A Text  Book 
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Milo  N.  Wood 90 


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Bean  Culture.  G.  S.  Sevey 50 

Book  of  Alfalfa.  F.  D.  Coburn....  2.00 
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Celery  Culture.  W.  R.  Beattie.  . . .50 

Clovers  and  How  to  Grow  Them. 

Thos.  Shaw  1.00 

Hew  Onion  Culture.  T.  Greiner.  . .50 

Peas  and  Pea  Culture.  G.  C.  Sevey  .50 

The  Potato.  S.  Frasier 75 

Tomato  Culture.  W.  W.  Tracy 50 

Study  of  Corn.  V.  M.  Shoesmith..  .50 

Alfalfa.  F.  D.  Coburn 50 

Asparagus.  F.  M.  Hexamer 50 

The  Book  of  Corn.  Herbert  Myrick  1.50 

Ginseng.  M.  G.  Kains 50 

Cabbage,  Cauliflower,  etc.  C.  L. 

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Mushrooms:  How  to  Grow  Them. 

William  Falconer 1.00 

Sweet  Potato  Culture.  James  Fitz.  . .50 

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Garaening  for  Young  and  Old. 

Josepn  Harris 1.00 

Piay  and  Profit  in  my  vrcumen.  E. 

P.  Roe  1.00 

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C.  L.  Allen 1.50 

The  Chrysanthemum,  --v.  xierrington  .50 
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Greenhouse  Construction,  r.  R.  Taft  1.50 
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Beginner's  Guide  to  Fruit  Growing 

F.  A.  Waugh 75 

Successful  Fruit  Culture.  S.  T. 

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Cider  Maker’s  Handbook.  J.  M. 

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Fruit  Harvesting,  Marketing,  etc. 

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Grape  Grower’s  Guide.  William 

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Fumigation  Methods.  Willis  G. 

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Pear  Culture  for  Profit.  P.  T. 

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The  Propagation  of  Plants.  Andrew 

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