Farr's hardy plant specialties : a supplement to the sixth edition, 1918 : Farr's quality bulbs imported for the season of 1918

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A SUPPLEMENT TO THE SIXTH EDITIO N , 1918

A List of New and Rare Shrubs and Plants of Recent Introduction
Not Offered in My General Catalogue

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HYACINTHS • TULIPS • NARCISSI • CROCUSES

imported for the season of 1918

BERTRAND H. FARR-
WYOMISSING NURSERIES COMPANY

WYOMISSING, PA.

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Co Patrons!

OR a number of years it has been my custom to
send out about June i an advance catalogue of
Farr s Quality” Holland bulbs — Hyacinths, Tulips,
Narcissi, etc.

My order for 1918 was placed as usual with my
, Holland growers, but, owing to the uncertainty of

getting these bulbs from Holland (as no Holland ships are sailing),
I deemed it unwise to mail the catalogue until I could do so with the
absolute assurance that the bulbs would be received.

Having now received a cablegram stating that the bulbs are on
the water, being shipped by way of England, I immediately prepared
this complete list of the bulbs which I expect to receive, and can
assure my patrons that their orders will be filled with the same high-
quality bulbs that have been furnished in the past.

I wish to emphasize the fact that, while the supply I have ordered
is ample to meet the demand of my regular customers, I am advised
there will be no further shipments; consequently I will not be able
to fill orders after this first shipment is exhausted. I, therefore,
advise all who plan to use bulbs for garden planting or for indoor
growing to place their orders at once.

In spite of the scarcity of bulbs in Holland, due largely to the
increased use of the land for producing food-crops, and the increased
cost of transportation because of the routeing through England, I
am glad to note that there has been only a slight increase in prices.

<c ^ IS catalogue of bulbs I am combining a supplement to

Farrs Hardy Plant Specialties,” edition of 1918, in which will be
found many new shrubs of recent introduction, including a num-
ber of the novelties discovered by Mr. E. H. Wilson during his recent
explorations in China. There are also included a number of trees,
shrubs, and plants that I have not been able to offer heretofore in
m Y general catalogue. The supply of these is limited and quotations
are made subject to stock being unsold.

Most of you who receive this supplement are already in possession
of my book, Farrs Hardy Plant Specialties,” edition 1918, but to
those who do not have a copy at hand, a duplicate will be sent on
application.

Bertrand H. Farr —
Wyomissing Nurseries Company

WYOMISSING, PA.

Special List of Holland Bulbs , Autumn , 1918

Daffodils (Narcissi)

ji Daffodils will continue to increase every year, and, when naturalized on the lawn, in meadows, or in
orchards, they will form great colonies. They are invaluable for planting among shrubs and in the hardy
[border, and especially among the peonies, their golden cups making a beautiful contrast with the bright
fed peony shoots coming out of the ground.

“Mother Bulbs” (often called “double-nose”) are bulbs that have reached maturity and are about to
break into several smaller bulbs. The “Mother Bulbs” will send up several flower-stems, whereas the ordi-
nary bulbs seldom produce more than one stem. So many of my customers call for “Mother Bulbs” that I
have decided not to list the common “first-size” bulbs.

Single Large Trumpet Narcissi
(Ajax)

These are the true Daffodils and produce the
largest flowers. Colors range from pure white to
darkest yellow.

Not less than six bulbs of any variety at the dozen rate

Albicans. Sulphur-white. 20 cts. for 3, 60 cts.
per doz., $4 per 100.

Bicolor, Empress. Large yellow trumpet with
pure white perianth. A splendid companion to
Emperor, the two being the most permanent varie-
ties for naturalizing. 25 cts. for 3, 75 cts. per doz.,
$4.75 per 100, $40 per 1,000.

Bicolor, Van Waveren Giant. Said to be the
largest trumpet variety in existence. Widely ex-
panded, bright yellow trumpet, with broad primrose
perianth. Very strong grower. 35 cts. each, $3.50
per doz.

Bicolor, Victoria. Golden yellow trumpet, pure
(white perianth. Flowers very large and extra fine
. ior forcing. 25 cts. for 3, 75 cts. per doz., $5 per 100.

I Bicolor, Weardale Perfection. One of the most
j gnificent large-flowering Daffodils; a fitting com-

I aiion to King Alfred. The perianth is pure white,
vv ith sulphur-white trumpet. This is the first year I
have been able to offer this variety at a moderate
t . price. 40 cts. each, $4.25 per doz.

Emperor. Deep yellow. One of the largest and
nest of the Narcissi. 25 cts. for 3, 75 cts. per doz.,
I ..50 per 100, $40 per 1,000.

I Giant Princeps. Sulphur-yellow. One of the
|l irliest varieties and especially adapted for forcing.
f r ' > cts. for 3, 50 cts. per doz., $2.75 per 100, $22
r 1,000.

Glory of Leiden. Sometimes called the King of
jiffodils. A new giant-flowered variety of the deep-
, st golden yellow. 35 cts. for 3, $1.25 per doz.,
<8 per 100.

Golden Spur. Rich golden yellow. Double-nose
' * bulbs. 25 cts. for 3, 75 cts. per doz., $5 per 100.
King Alfred. An unusually fine yellow Trumpet
Daffodil of immense size. Both trumpet and peri-
anth are deep golden yellow. The flower is borne on
a tall stem, making it valuable for cutting. 45 cts.
each, $4.50 per doz., $35 per 100.

Mme. de Graaff . One of the most beautiful pure
white varieties. 35 cts. for 3, $1.25 per doz., $8
per 100.

Mme. Plemp. Perianth white, trumpet long and
of a deep yellow color. One of the best varieties for
border planting. 20c. for 3, 60c. per doz., $4 per 100.

Trumpet Maximus. Deepest golden yellow,
with perianth twisted at the tips; trumpet recurved.
15 cts. for 3, 45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100.

Single Medium Trumpet Narcissi

(Chalice-Cup or Star Narcissi)

The Barrii type is said to be a cross between the
Yellow Trumpet and Poeticus groups; the crown,
or cup, is about one-half the length of the perianth
segments.

Incomparabilis types also are crosses between the
Yellow Trumpet and Poeticus groups, but the
crowns are larger than Barrii, often three-quarters
the length of the perianth. Leedsii Narcissi are
crosses between the White Trumpet and Poeticus
groups. The cup, or crown, is white or light yellow,
and the perianth is always white.

Not less than six bulbs of any variety at the dozen rate

Barrii, Blood Orange. Lemon-yellow perianth,
orange cup. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz., $7 per 100.

Barrii, Conspicuus. Perianth broad; soft yel-
low in color; shallow, orange-scarlet cup. A splen-
did variety for the border. Mother bulbs, 35 cts.
per doz., $2.25 per 100, $18 per 1,000.

Barrii, Firebrand. Primrose perianth, fiery
red cup. 15 cts. each, $1.25 per doz.

Barrii, Seagull. White perianth, canary-yellow
cup. 25 cts. for 3, 75 cts. per doz., $5 per 100.

Incomparabilis, Cynosure. Primrose-yellow
perianth, with yellow and orange cup. A showy
Daffodil for naturalizing. 35 cts. per doz., $2.25
per 100, $18 per 1,000.

Incomparabilis, Gloria Mundi. Clear yellow
perianth, with brilliant orange-scarlet cup. 35 cts.
for 3, $1.25 per doz.

Incomparabilis, Lucifer. White perianth,
orange-red cup. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz.

Incomparabilis, Sir Watkin (Giant Chalice
Flower). A large flower; sulphur-yellow perianth
and orange-stained cup. 20 cts. for 3, 50 cts. per
doz., $3.25 per 100, $30 per 1,000.

Incomparabilis, Stella. Pure white perianth,
yellow cup. A good variety for potting. 10 cts.
for 3, 30 cts. per doz., $2 per 100.

Incomparabilis, Will Scarlet. An unusual
color in the Trumpet Narcissi; extremely large cup
of fiery orange-red. 40 cts. each, $4 per doz.

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B. H. Farr • Wyomissing Nurseries Company

SINGLE MEDIUM TRUMPET NARCISSI, continued

Leedsii, Duchess of Westminster. Pure white
perianth, with canary-yellow cup tinged with orange
on the edges. 35 cts. for 3, $1.25 per doz.

Leedsii, Evangeline. Pure white perianth, soft
lemon cup. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz.

Leedsii, Fairy Queen. Pure white perianth,
creamy white cup. 35 cts. for 3, $1.35 per doz.

Leedsii, Mrs. Langtry. - Pure white perianth,
with primrose cup. A free-flowering variety, and
one of the sorts used extensively for mass plant-
ings on account of its beauty and cheapness.
35 cts. per doz., $2.25 per 100, $18 per 1,000.

Leedsii, M. Magdeline de Graaff. Long, white
erianth, orange-rose cup; very free flowering, often
earing two blooms to a stem. A particularly beau-
tiful flower for garden planting. 15 cts. for 3,
35 cts. per doz., $2.25 per 100, $18 per 1,000.

Leedsii, Queen of England. Large, pure white
perianth, with pale yellow cup. A good variety for
mass planting. 30 cts. per doz., $2 per 100.

Leedsii, White Lady. New. White; elegantly
formed flower. 35 cts. for 3, $1.25 per doz., $8 per 100.

Poeticus Narcissi

Poeticus. The well-known “Poet’s Narcissus.”
Pure white perianth and orange cup. Not suitable
for forcing, but one of the best for the border or for
naturalizing. 20 cts. per doz., $1.50 per 100,
$13 per 1,000.

Poeticus, Horace. New. Snow-white perianth,
blood-scarlet cup; one of the newest introductions
in this class; flowers very large and unusually hand-
some. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.

Poeticus ornatus. This variety blooms much
earlier than the old Poeticus, and can also be used
for forcing. The perianth is large and pure white,
while the cup is rich yellow with a scarlet margin.
Extra-size, double-nose bulbs, 30 cts. per doz.,
$2 per 100, $17 per 1,000.

Double Narcissi

Alba-plena odorata. A pure white variety for
outdoor planting only. 35 cts. per doz. , $2.25 per 100.

Orange Phoenix. An excellent variety for forc-
ing. Flowers are large, very double, white with
reddish orange center. 40 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100.

Sulphur Phoenix. Flowers silvery white, with
sulphur-yellow center. 15 cts. for 3, 50 cts. per
doz., $3 per 100.

Von Sion. The most popular double variety for
forcing. Flowers unusually large and pure golden
yellow. Extra-selected mother bulbs, 20 cts. for 3,
60 cts. per doz., $4 per 100, $35 per 1,000.

Polyanthus Narcissi

Paper-White Grandiflora. Not suitable for
outdoor planting, but is one of the most popular
sorts for growing indoors. The bulbs may be
planted in dishes of water, with pebbles, and can be
forced into bloom in from twenty-five to thirty
days after planting. The pure white flowers are
produced in large clusters on long stems, which
make them valuable for cutting. First-size bulbs,
45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100, $28 per 1,000.

Jonquils

The old-fashioned Jonquils are very fragrant, of
medium size, and pure yellow in color. Fowers grow
in clusters.

Campernelle odorus plenus (Queen Anne).
Rich yellow; much larger than the common Jonquil.
25 cts. per doz., $1.50 per 100, $12 per 1,000.

Campernelle rugulosus. Flandsome flowers of
clear yellow. 25 cts. per doz., $1.50 per 100, $12
per 1,000.

Single Jonquils. 20 cts. per doz., $1.20 per 100,
$11 per 1,000.

Double Jonquils. 25 cts. per doz., $1.50 per
100, $12 per 1,000.

Crocuses

Crocuses are among the earliest of spring flowers, and are most effective when planted under the sod
about the lawn. They can be strewn thickly over the surface and should be planted just as they fall, merely
lifting the sod with a knife or trowel, slipping the bulbs underneath and pressing the sod back into place.
Planted in this way they will live for years, and are always a most welcome harbinger of spring. They can
also be used in design beds, in which case none but the named varieties should be planted.

MIXED CROCUSES, in separate colors, Blue, White, and Striped, or all colors together. 15 cts. per doz.,

$1 per 100, $9 per 1,000

Named Crocuses

20 cts. per doz., $1.35 per 100, $12.50 per 1,000, except where noted.

Albion. Dark violet, striped.

Baron von Brunow. Dark blue.

King of the Whites. Large; snow-white.
Mammoth Yellow. Top roots; extra heavy.
25 cts. per doz., $1.50 per 100, $14 per 1,000.

Crocuses by mail, 10 cts. per doz. extra
Mammoth Yellow. First size.

Maximillian. New. Porcelain-blue; very large.
Mont Blanc. White. One of the best.
Purpurea grandiflora. Purple.

Sir Walter Scott. Striped white.

Special List of Holland Bulhs , Autumn, 1918

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Tulips

The great variety of dazzling colors, in every conceivable combination, makes the Tulip the most popu-
lar of the spring-flowering bulbs. By planting bulbs of the different classes, a display of bloom may be had
for several weeks, beginning first with the early-flowering section and ending with the Darwins.

Tulips may be planted any time from the first of October until the ground freezes, and if the beds are
later to be occupied by shallow-rooting plants such as geraniums, coleus, etc., they may be allowed to remain
a second year without lifting, merely by removing the tops as soon as they turn yellow.

If necessary, the bulbs may be carefully lifted as soon as they have ceased blooming and heeled in, in
an out-of-the-way place, until they have completed their growth, when they may be stored in a cool, dry
place until fall. Planted in the hardy border and among shrubbery, they may be allowed to remain year
after year undisturbed; but they will gradually deteriorate and will, in a few years, have to be replaced.

Single Early Tulips

Unless otherwise noted, all the varieties in this list are
equally good for bedding or for forcing

Artus. Bright scarlet; extra fine for bedding or
forcing. 30 cts. per doz., $2 per 100, $17 per 1,000.

Belle Alliance. Deep scarlet; one of the finest.
40 cts. per doz., $2.75 per 100, $22 per 1,000.

Chrysolora. Very large; extra fine; pure golden
yellow. 35 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100, $21 per 1,000.

Cottage Maid. Soft pink, suffused with white.
30 cts. per doz., $2 per 100, $18 per 1,000.

Duchess de Parma. Large; orange-red. 40 cts.
per doz., $2.50 per 100, $20 per 1,000.

Eleanora. Flowers medium size; purple-violet,
with white edge. 50 cts. per doz., $3 per 100,
$24 per 1,000.

Joost Van Vondel, Red. Deep cherry-red,
feathered white. 30 cts. per doz., $2 per 100,
$17 per 1,000.

Joost Van Vondel, White (Lady Boreel). Very
large; extra fine; pure white. 50 cts. per doz.,
$3.25 per 100, $30 per 1,000.

Keizerkroon. Very large; brilliant red, bordered
deep golden yellow. One of the most durable Tulips
for permanent planting. 40 cts. per doz., $2.50
per 100, $20 per 1,000.

La Reine. White, shaded rosy blush. 40 cts.
per doz., $2.25 per 100, $20 per 1,000.

Pink Beauty. New. Rosy pink, slightly shaded
white; unsurpassed in size and beauty. 20 cts. for 3,
60 cts. per doz., $3.75 per 100, $32 per 1,000.

Pottebakker. A popular scarlet variety. 40 cts.
per doz., $2.50 per 100.

Pottebakker, White. A very early white.
45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100.

President Lincoln (Queen of Violets). A desir-
able variety for bedding and forcing. Flowers large,
deep crimson-purple. 15 cts. for 3, 50 cts. per doz.,
$3 per 100, $25 per 1,000. _

Prince of Austria. Fine orange-red; very fra-
grant; one of the best. 40 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100,
$21 per 1,000.

Proserpine. Rich carmine-rose; very large and
early. 20 cts. for 3, 60 cts. per doz., $4 per 100,
$30 per 1,000.

Rose Gris-de-lin. White, shaded delicate pink.
35 cts. per doz., $2.25 per 100, $19 per 1,000.

Standard Gold. Red, striped golden yellow.
20 cts. for 3, 60 cts. per doz., $4 per 100, $35 per 1,000.

Standard Silver. Deep red, with silvery stripes.
40 cts. per doz., $3 per 100, $24 per 1,000.

Thomas Moore. Fine orange; a splendid bedding
sort. 30 cts. per doz., $1.75 per 100, $15 per 1,000.

White Hawk. One of the best white varieties;
petals slightly fluted. 45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100,
$24 per 1,000.

Wouverman. Fine dark violet. 20 cts. for 3,
60 cts. per doz., $3.75 per 100.

Yellow Prince. Golden yellow; sweet-scented.
The leading low-growing yellow Tulip. 35 cts. per
doz., $2.25 per 100, $19 per 1,000.

Single Early Tulips in Extra- Fine
Mixture

This is a choice collection, made up from the best
named varieties. The flower-stems are of about the
same length, and the blooms come at the same time,
important points to be considered when selecting
bedding varieties. The mixture is superior in every
way to the common mixtures, which I do not recom-
mend. 25 cts. per doz., $1.60 per 100, $14 per 1,000.

Double Early Tulips

As a general rule, double Tulips are not so effec-
tive as single Tulips, but the flowers are more dur-
able, and as their season of bloom is somewhat
later they serve to prolong the flowering period.
With few exceptions they should be used for out-
door bedding only, as they do not force so well as
the single varieties.

Alba maxima. Pure white; flower-stems of med-
ium length. 40 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100.

Couronne d’Or (Crown of Gold). Golden yel-
low, shaded orange; magnificent flower of great
beauty and size. One of the best for forcing. 60 cts.
per doz., $3.75 per 100, $40 per 1,000.

Couronne des Roses. Deep rose; flower of un-
usually large size. 50 cts. per doz., $3.50 per 100,
$30 per 1,000.

El Toreador. Orange-scarlet, petals margined
with yellow. 75 cts. per doz., $5 per 100.

Imperator rubrorum. Glowing scarlet, good
for forcing. 50 cts. per doz., $3.25 per 100, $30
per 1,000.

La Candeur. White; a very fine variety for bed-
ding. 40 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100.

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B. H. Farr • Wyomissing Nurseries Company

DOUBLE EARLY TULIPS, continued

Le Matador. Scarlet; good forcer. 60 cts. per
doz., $3.75 per 100.

Murillo. Beautiful, light pink; of medium height.
One of the most popular for either house or garden;
good for forcing. 40 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100,
$21 per 1,000.

Salvator Rosa. Dark pink and white; very large.
45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100.

Tea Rose (Safrano). Stems about 12 inches tall,
bearing large flowers of soft yellow. An unusual
color in double Tulips. 20 cts. for 3, 60 cts. per
doz., $4.75 per 100.

Tournesol. Red, bordered with yellow. 50 cts.
per doz., $3.50 per 100, $30 per 1,000.

Wilhelm III. Orange-scarlet. A dwarf variety,
splendid for bedding alone, or in front of taller
sorts. 40 cts. per doz., $2.75 per 100.

Cottage Tulips

Late Single or May-Flowering

American Lac. Salmon-rose, tinged orange.
$1 per doz., $7 per 100.

Caledonia. Bright orange-red, with dark stems;
beautiful and effective. 30 cts. per doz., $1.75 per
100, $15 per 1,000.

Elegans. A dark crimson, elegantly reflexed.
45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100.

Ellen Willmott. Soft creamy yellow. The finest
May-flowering Tulip. 45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100,
$24 per 1,000.

Fairy Queen. Rosy heliotrope, with broad amber-
yellow margin. 40 cts. per doz., $2.75 per 100.

Gala Beauty. A showy variety for beds or bor-
ders. Large, golden yellow flowers, blotched and
striped with crimson. 60 cts. for 3, $2 per doz.,
$15 per 100.

Gesneriana lutea (Improved Bouton d’Or).
Beautiful yellow; tall and, handsome. 40 cts. per
doz., $2.50 per 100.

Gesneriana major (Spathulata). Rich crimson-
scarlet, blue-black center. The best in its class.
35 cts. per doz., $2.25 per 100, $18 per 1,000.

Glare of the Garden. Dazzling scarlet. 60 cts.
per doz., $3.75 per 100.

Golden Crown. Golden yellow, edged red. In-
creases rapidly; especially recommended for natural-
izing. 30 cts. per doz., $2 per 100, $17 per 1,000.

Greigii. Orange-scarlet; foliage spotted with
white. 60 cts. for 3, $2 per doz.

Inglescombe Pink. Soft rose, flushed salmon.
30 cts. per doz., $2 per 100, $18 per 1,000.

Inglescombe Scarlet. Brilliant scarlet with
black base; large flower. 45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100.

Inglescombe Yellow (Yellow Darwin). Large
globular flower; canary-yellow. 45 cts. per doz.,
$3 per 100, $27 per 1,000.

Isabella (Shandon Bells). Carmine-rose, shaded
white. 30 cts. per doz., $2 per 100, $17 per 1,000.

John Ruskin. Bronzy rose, with sulphur-yellow
edge, rosy lilac inside. Very handsome. 50 cts. for 3,
$1.75 per doz., $12 per 100.

La Candeur (Parisian White). White, changing
to rose. 35 cts. per doz., $2.25 per 100, $18 per 1,000.

La Merveille. Salmon-rose, with yellow center.
30 cts. per doz., $1.75 per 100, $15 per 1,000.

Moonlight. Large flowers of lemon-yellow.
10 cts. each, $1 per doz., $7 per 100.

Oculus Solis (Peacock Tulip). Crimson, with
black center. $1 per doz., $7 per 100.

Orange King. Delightful deep orange, with rose
shadings. 35c. per doz., $2.25 per 100, $20 per 1,000.

Picotee (Maiden’s Blush). Pure white recurved
petals, margined rose. One of the best for naturaliz-
ing. 25 cts. per doz., $1.75 per 100, $16 per 1,000.

Scarlet Mammoth. Very large flowers of dark
crimson. 25 cts. per doz., $1.75 per 100.

The Fawn. Delicate, pale, rosy fawn, shaded
blush-rose; extra. 45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100,
$25 per 1,000.

Vitellina. Canary-yellow, turning to ivory. Large
and handsome. 35 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100,
$20 per 1,000.

Zomerschoon (Summer Beauty). Rose, flaked
with white. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

Bizarre Tulips

Bizarres. Yellow ground, marked with purple,
crimson, brown, etc. Mixed colors, 30 cts. per doz.,
$2 per 100, $16 per 1,000.

Bybloem Tulips

Rose. White ground, marked rose. 40 cts. per
doz., $2.25 per lOO, $18 per 1,000.

Violet. White ground, marked with violet, pur-
ple, lilac, etc. 30c. per doz., $2 per 100, $16 per 1,000.

Darwin Tulips

These late-flowering Tulips are entirely distinct
from all other classes, and the varieties listed here
contain many new and beautiful shades. The plants
are very vigorous and bear unusually large flowers
on long stems. These Tulips are highly recom-
mended for massing in shrubbery or for contrasts
in the flower-garden. They may be forced if brought
into the heat not earlier than January.

Splendid mixture of all colors, 30 cts. per doz., $1.75
per 100, $15 per 1,000

Darwin Tulips — Named
Varieties

Not less than six bulbs of a variety sold

Not less than 50 bulbs of any variety at the 100
rate, nor less than 500 bulbs of any one variety at the
1,000 rate.

Anton Roozen. Rose-pink, tinged with apricot
at base of petals. 45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100.

Ariadne. Rosy crimson, shaded scarlet. 50 cts.
per doz., $3.50 per 100.

Baron de la T onnaye. A strong-growing variety.
Flowers bright rose, margined with blush. 35 cts.
per doz., $2.50 per 100, $22 per 1,000.

Clara Butt. Delicate salmon-pink. 35 cts. per
doz., $2.25 per 100, $20 per 1,000.

Special List of Holland Bulhs , Autumn , 1918

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DARWIN TULIPS, continued

Donders. Deep crimson, with white center.
35 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100.

Dream. Pale heliotrope, shaded violet. 50 cts.
per doz., $3.50 per 100.

Edmee. Cherry-rose, edged with a lighter shade.
A large and beautiful flower. A fine variety for late
forcing. 50 cts. per doz., $3.50 per 100.

Europe. Scarlet, shaded rose. 45 cts. per doz.,
$3 per 100.

Faust. Deep violet-maroon; flower large and of
good form. $1.25 per doz., $9 per 100.

Fra Angelico. Deep brownish black. 50 cts.
per doz., $3.50 per 100.

Gretchen. Cup-shaped flower; delicate flesh-
pink. 30 cts. per doz., $2 per 100, $16 per 1,000..

Kate Greenaway. A handsome, late-flowering
variety. White, with tint of lilac-rose. 35 cts. per
doz., $2.50 per 100, $22 per 1,000.

La Tulipe Noire (The Black Tulip). .Enormous
flowers, nearly black. 75 cts. per doz., $4.75 per 100.

Laurentia. Fiery scarlet. An extra-fine, large
flower. 35 cts. per doz., $2.25 per 100, $18 per 1,000.

Loveliness. Soft rosy carmine. 35 cts. per doz.,
$2.50 per 100.

May Queen. Soft lilac-rose, with white center.
35 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100.

Mme. Krelage. Bright lilac-rose, margin lighter.
Extra fine. 35c. per doz. ,$2.50 per 100, $22 per 1,000.

Mr. Farncombe Sanders. Immense brilliant
scarlet flower. One of the best and showiest. 45 cts.
per doz., $3 per 100, $25 per 1,000.

Mrs. Cleveland. Delicate flesh-color, suffused
with rose. 45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100.

Nauticas. Handsome for garden or forcing. Pur-
plish rose, with center of dark violet. 35 cts. per doz.,
$2.50 per 100.

Painted Lady. Beautiful large white flower,
shaded heliotrope. 40 cts. per doz., $2.75 per 100,
$25 per 1,000.

Philippe de Commines. One of the earliest
Darwin Tulips for forcing; deep, rich purple. 45 cts.
per doz., $3.25 per 100.

Pride of Haarlem. Violet-rose, with blue base;
extra-large flowers. 45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100,
$25 per 1,000.

Psyche. New. An unusually beautiful cup-shaped
flower. Outside of petals deep rose; inside shaded
silvery rose, with light blue base. 45 cts. per doz.,
$3 per 100, $25 per 1,000.

Reverend Ewbank. A soft heliotrope or lavender-
violet, darkened toward the base. 45 cts. per doz.,
$3 per 100, $25 per 1,000.

Suzon. Soft salmon-rose, shading to blush. A
good forcing variety. 50 cts. per doz., $3.50 per 100.

The Sultan. Velvety black-maroon, with bluish
base. 30 cts. per doz., $2.25 per 100, $20 per 1,000.

Whistler. Novelty. Showing maroon-crimson
base of the petals dark blue, with pure. white line.
Very attractive. The best in our collection. 60 cts.
per doz., $4 per 100.

White Queen (La Candeur) . Rosy white, chang-
ing to pure white. 40 cts. per doz., $2.75 per 100.

William Copeland. Large; very early; pointed
flowers of a light lilac shade, borne on long stems.
60 cts. per doz., $4 per 100.

William Pitt. Dark crimson, shading to purplish
tint on outer petals. 45 cts. per doz., $3 per 100.

Zulu. Purplish black; large flower. Splendid for
forcing or for the garden. 75 cts. per doz., $4.75
per 100.

Parrot or Dragon Tulips

This section of the Tulip family blooms in May;
they take their name from the curiously curled and
crested flowers which, in the bud state, are supposed
to bear some resemblance to the head of a parrot.
The colors and markings are very pronounced and
distinct.

30 cts. per doz., $2 per 100, $18 per 1,000

Admiral de Constantinople. Scarlet, with black
markings.

Cramoisi Brillant. Crimson; very large flower.

Lutea major. Bright yellow, striped crimson
and green.

Hardy Lilies

With the exception of Lilium candidum, which seems to prefer an open position, most Lilies thrive best
when planted in a semi-shaded situation, where the ground can be kept cool and moist by the protection of
shrubs and a carpet of lawn grass. The bulbs should be planted from 6 to 8 inches deep, with a little sand or
sphagnum moss under the base of each bulb.

Brownii. Large trumpet, the inside pure white,
the outside shaded chocolate-brown. 75 cts. each,
$7.50 per doz.

Candidum (Madonna Lily). Pure white. Should
be planted early for the best results. Extra-size
bulbs, 25 cts. each, $2.25 per doz., $15 per 100.

I am growing in pots several thousand Candidum
Lilies for late fall or early spring planting. These may
be planted with safety by any one.

Excelsum (Testaceum). Nankeen-yellow, some-
times spotted with small, reddish dots. 75 cts. each,
$7.50 per doz.

Hansonii (Yellow Martagon). Flowers bright
orange, spotted with brownish purple. 50 cts. each,
$5 per doz.

Henryi (Yellow Speciosum). Dark reddish yellow,
marked with brown spots. 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.

Pardalinum. Similar to Superbum, but a brighter
orange-scarlet. 25 cts. each, $2 per doz., $15 per 100.

Regale (Myriophyllum). New. White, shaded
pink, with canary-yellow at center. Absolutely
hardy; desirable for forcing. $1 each, $10 per doz.

Superbum (Turk’s Cap). A native variety.
Bright reddish orange, spotted yellow. 15 cts. each,
$1.50 per doz., $10 per 100.

Umbellatum. Mixed, many shades of red and
yellow. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz., $12 per 100.

The United States Government has prohibited the
importation of Lily Bulbs from Japan.

Farr’s Newer Perennials and Shrubs

A SUPPLEMENT TO FARR’S HARDY PLANT SPECIALTIES

Sixth Edition, 1918

A list of novelties of recent introduction which I have not heretofore offered; also a few of the older
varieties which were not included in my general catalogue.

Flowering Shrubs of Distinct Worth

New Double Yellow Tree Peony, La Lorraine

In this new Tree Peony, the result of the cross
between Pseonia lutea and the variety P. Moutan,
we have at last the long-sought double yellow Peony.
The well-expanded, full double flowers of good sub-
stance are fully 6 inches in diameter. The wide,
nearly imbricated petals are of soft sulphur-yellow
with a salmon tinge when opening. The plant is
perfectly hardy and has strong woody stems, and
foliage similar to other Tree Peonies. It comes into
bloom early in June at the same time as the
Chinese Peonies and three to four weeks later
than other Tree Peonies.

This Peony was introduced to the trade _ by
Victor Lemoine, of Nancy, France. The original
plant flowered for the first time in 1904. _ It was
awarded a work of art at the Paris Horticultural
Exhibition in 1909, for only one plant carrying five
flowers. At the Ghent Quinquennial Exhibition,
April, 1913, it was awarded a first-class silver medal,
and it was awarded a first-class certificate by the
Royal Horticultural Society, May 14, 1913. It was
exhibited by me last year at the American Peony
Society show in Philadelphia, where it attracted
universal attention and was unanimously voted a
special award of merit by the judges of the Society.

I have acquired from the originators the entire
salable stock of this Peony. It is my intention to
reserve most of these plants for propagating pur-
poses, but offer for this season not more than ten plants at $25 each.

New Double Yellow Tree Peony, Souvenir de Maxime Cornu

This Peony, which has never before been introduced to the trade, is similar in origin, habit of growth and
form of flower to La Lorraine, except that the coloring is a deeper yellow and the base of the petals is a deep
coppery red, gradually shading to yellow, giving the flower an effect similar to some Pernetiana roses.

It was the intention of the French introducers to offer it to the public last year, but the idea was aban-
doned on account of the war, and we acquired the stock along with that of La Lorraine. We will oner lor
this season not more than ten plants at $35 each. . T . T , . ,

Orders for these two Peonies up to this number will be accepted and filled strictly in the order received.

Two Japanese Flowering Cherries

Introduced through the Arnold Arboretum, by Prof. C. S. Sargent.

CERASUS SERRULATA. The flowers of this beautiful variety, which are quite large and of a delicate
pink, are produced in great abundance in early May, and are succeeded by small, almost black fruits. In
Japan this Cherry grows to be a large tree, and at the Arnold Arboretum in Boston it is considered one of
the most valuable additions to our list of hardy ornamental trees. Strong plants, 3 to 3 34 ft. high, $5 each.

CERASUS SUBHIRTELLA (Japanese Spring Cherry). In mid-April the leafless stems are covered
by a myriad of small, light pink flowers, forming a veritable cloud of delicate color. This is the upright form
of the Japanese Weeping Cherry and forms a shrub or low tree. Strong plants, 3 to 3 Y 2 ft. high, $3 each.

New and Rare Shrubs, Trees and Perennials

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Deutzia crenata magnifica

Lemoine’s New Phila-
delphus and Deutzias

Attention is called to my list of Philadel-
phus and Deutzias, shown in full on pages
81, 82, and 83 of Parr’s Hardy Plant Special-
ties, Sixth Edition, 1918.

I advise (everyone to plant the beautiful
Philadelphus Virginal, which, when completely
smothered with its large double, snow-white
flowers, over 2 inches in diameter, is a mag-
nificent sight. The new Deutzia crenata mag-
nif ca is one of the most valuable introduc-
tions of recent years. When combined with
Philadelphus Virginal, it makes one of the
most attractive features of any garden.

I am offering strong plants of Philadelphus
Virginal and Deutzia crenata magnifica at
$1 each.

Special Collection
of Philadelphus and Deutzias

From my large collection of these popular
shrubs, I offer one plant each of the following:

Philadelphus Virginal $1 00

Bouquet Blanc 50

Manteau d’Hermoine 50

Deutzia crenata magnifica 1 00

Gracilis multiflora 50

Lemoine’ s Boule Rose 50

One plant each of the above-named Philadelphus
and Deutzias, six plants, for $3.50.

Two Superb Climbing Roses

DOROTHY DENNISON (Wichuraiana Hybrid). A sport from Dorothy Perkins with larger
trusses of flowers; a beautiful combination of shell-pink and creamy white. 50 cts.

DANAE (Climbing Hybrid Tea). Produces cluster sprays of light yellow flowers continuously from
June till autumn; hardy in Pennsylvania. 60 cts.

Shrubs

BUDDLEIA Lindleyana sinuato-dentata. A

beautiful species from Japan; long spikes of dark
violet flowers; tubes nearly black. Small plants, $1.

BIGNONIA sanguinea praecox. A handsome
new variety, with large, deep flesh-colored flowers. $1.

BERBERIS Stapfiana. A dwarf deciduous
shrub, with small, dark green leaves and bright yel-
low flowers, followed by coral-red fruits in short
panicles. Small plants, 50 cts.

Berberis dictyophylla. Very distinct and orna-
mental shrub. The new growth is covered with a
white bloom, which changes to a reddish brown the
second year. Llowers pale yellow, followed by large
bright red fruits. Hardy. Small plants, 50 cts.

CLEMATIS integrifolia Durandii. Upright,
shrubby climber to 6 feet, producing large, clear blue
flowers, 4 to 5 inches in diameter. 75 cts.

Clematis serratifolia. A handsome, hardy,
shrubby climber from Korea, with yellow flowers,
2 inches in diameter. 35 cts.

CALLUNA vulgaris. Scotch Heather. A low ever-
green bush covered with small rose-colored flowers;
hardy if sheltered from wind and sun in winter. 50c.

Calluna vulgaris alba. The white Scotch
Heather. 50 cts.

CORNUS mas (Cornelian Cherry). A shrub of
dense growth; glossy foliage; attractive yellow flow-
ers in early spring; scarlet fruits in autumn. 35 cts.

Cornus sericea. A native shrub with narrow,
silky leaves and bluish fruit. 25 cts. each, $2.50
per doz., $12 per 100, $90 per 1,000.

CYDONIA japonica umbilicata. Striking rosy
red flowers, followed by large showy fruit. $1.

Cydonia japonica rosea plena. Handsome
semi-double, rose-colored flowers. 75 cts.

Cydonia japonica grandiflora. Large, nearly
pure white flowers. 75 cts.

DEUTZIA crenata insignis. (Lem.) Slender
branches covered with clusters of peculiarly formed,
double white flowers. $1.

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SHRUBS,

Deutzia crenata longipetala. (Lem.) . Forms a
tuft of erect stems, which are crowded with panicles
of large flowers, consisting of five long, fringed petals,
pure white. $1.

Deutzia crenata superba. (Lem.) Panicles of
fifteen to twenty large, single, bell-shaped flowers,
pure white. $1.

Deutzia discolor arcuata. (Lem.) Long, arched
branches, thickly covered with clusters of pure white
flowers, with vivid yellow stamens. $1.

Deutzia discolor conspicua. (Lem.) New. A
cross between D. Sieboldiana and D. purpurascens.
Long, arched branches set with clusters of well-
formed and well-expanded flowers of a lustrous white
with buds of a very pale pink. $2.

Deutzia discolor excellens. (Lem.) Long,
slender, upright branches, with narrow leaves;
flowers pure white with golden yellow stamens. $1.50.

Deutzia discolor grandiflora. (Lem.) Large,
well-expanded flowers, carmine in bud, changing to
blush-pink when fully opened. $1.

Deutzia discolor stellata. Covered with a pro-
fusion of carmine-rose flowers. $1.50.

Deutzia gracilis erecta. (Lem.) A dwarf bush
with upright branches covered with dark green
leaves; flowers with reflexed petals, snow white. $1.

Deutzia gracilis fastuosa. (Lem.) Long spikes
with twenty to twenty-five upright milk-white
flowers. 75 cts.

Deutzia gracilis candelabrum. (Lem.) A
very showy bush with slender, arched branches,
covered with a quantity of milk-white flowers. 75c.

Deutzia Lemoinei. A very desirable shrub, due
to its spreading habit. Pure white flowers, borne in
broad panicles, which completely cover the bush. 50c.

Deutzia Sieboldiana Dippeliana. A graceful,
low-growing shrub, which is covered with a pro-
fusion of small white flowers. $2.

Deutzia Watereri. Large white flowers, reverse
of petals tinted carmine; strong grower. $1.

Deutzia Wellsii. Large, double, pure white
flowers; strong grower. $2.

DIRCA palustris (Leatherwood) . A shapely bush
or miniature tree with tough and flexible branches,
which can be bent into hoops without breaking.
Abundant clusters of small yellow flowers appear
before the leaves. Best suited for moist places. 75c.

ENKIANTHUS cernua rubens. Bright green
foliage which changes to a very brilliant color in
autumn. Graceful clusters of red flowers in May.
The only red variety in cultivation. $2.

EVONYMUS kewensis. A new variety with
small dark green leaves, marked white along the
veins. Very valuable for covering rocks and tree
stumps and also as a ground-cover under trees
where grass will not grow. 35 cts.

Evonymus Maackii. Large bush or small tree,
bearing pink fruits, which later open and disclose
the vivid blood-red seeds. Small plants, 50 cts.

Evonymus nana. A shrub with slender, arched
or procumbent branches, and narrow leaves which
change to a purplish shade in the fall. The fruits,
which ripen in August, are the earliest of all species.
A valuable shrub for rockeries; small plants. 35 cts.

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Evonymus nana Koopmannii. Similar to the
type in every respect except having larger and
broader leaves; small plants. 50 cts.

Evonymus obovata. A procumbent shrub with
erect branches to one foot; purplish flowers. Suitable
for bordering taller shrubs, and invaluable for cover-
ing ground under large trees; small plants. 50 cts.

Evonymus radicans Carrierei. Low-growing
shrub with upright, spreading branches and a glossy
green foliage; small plants. 50 cts.

FORSYTHIA intermedia. Slender arched
branches which often touch the ground; glossy green
foliage and bright golden yellow flowers. 35 cts.

Forsythia intermedia spectabilis. A very
handsome and free-flowering form from the Arnold
Arboretum, covered with a profusion of bright yellow
flowers; one of the most handsome Forsythias. $1.

ILEX verticillata (Winterberry). A deciduous
shrub with insignificant white flowers, followed by
beautiful red berries retained on the plant until mid-
winter. The vivid aspect of the berries in winter
contrasts well with the beautiful green foliage of the
evergreens. 50 cts.

INDIGOFERA Kirilowii. A recent introduction
from northern China. Handsome erect-growing shrub,
producing large clusters of purple-rose flowers. $1.

JASMINUM Beesianum. A novelty introduced
from western China. A dwarf shrub, with very fra-
grant, deep rose-colored flowers. Small plants, 50 cts.

LIGUSTRUM Polaski (Polish Privet). A strong-
growing variety, invaluable for hedges, due to its
extreme hardiness. 25 cts. each, $2 per doz.

Ligustrum vulgare (Common Privet). Very
hardy shrub, with narrow foliage; good for shady
situations. 25 cts. each, $2 per doz.

LILAC, De Saussure. New. Double. Trusses
of beautiful purple-red flowers. 1 yr., 50 cts.

Lilac, Marceau. Single. Long, broad panicles,
with enormous purplish violet flowers. 1 yr., $1.

Lilac, Jean Bart. Double. Large, compact
panicles, with carmine-rose flowers; a striking va-
riety. 50 cts.

Lilac Macrostachia. Very long, upright panicles
of single pinkish lilac flowers. $1.

Lilac, Michael Buchner. Double. Large, erect
panicles; pale lilac flowers. $2.

Lilac, Mireille. A very desirable variety, with
large double snow-white flowers. 1 yr., $1.

Lilac, Montaigne. Double. A new variety with
pinkish mauve-colored flowers; incurved petals;
very fine. $2.

Lilac, Pres. Lambeau. Single. Spikes of clear
lavender-blue flowers; extra fine. 1 yr., $1.

Lilac, Princess Clementine. Double. Immense
trusses of pure white flowers; very free bloomer. $1.50.

Lilac, Tomboucton. Single. Long trusses, with
very large violet flowers. 1 yr., $1.

Lilac, Viviand Morel. Double. Very long spikes
of medium-sized, light bluish lilac flowers with white
centers; reverse of petals violet. $1.50.

LONICERA Maackii. A lovely Chinese species
bearing creamy white flowers in great profusion,
followed by dark red berries in September. 75 cts.

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SHRUBS,

Lonicera Ruprechtiana. Foliage dark green
above and grayish white beneath; flowers pure white
followed by red fruit; very ornamental. 50 cts.

Lonicera Standishii. A variety well worth hav-
ing for its delicately perfumed flowers, which appear
before the leaves.. The foliage, which is retained till
very late, makes it a very useful shrub. 50 cts.

Lonicera nitida. A new and beautiful evergreen
shrub, introduced from western China. The small
glossy leaves, which so densely cover the plant, and
the beautiful purplish shade acquired during autumn,
make this an interesting subject. 75 cts.

Lonicera pileata. A handsome, dwarf, spreading
evergreen variety, with privet-like glossy leaves.
The insignificant flowers are followed by beautiful
purple fruits; a most desirable shrub. 75 cts.

Lonicera trichosantha. This variety, recently
introduced from China, possesses long and slender
branches, almost procumbent. Flowers bright yel-
low; fruits bright red in early fall. $1.25.

PHILADELPHUS, Girandole. (Lem.) Plant of
an excellent habit; large, full, imbricated flowers, of
a milk-white, set in thick clusters along the branches.
The perfect shape and the beauty of the flowers sur-
pass those of Philadelphus virginal, $2.50.

Philadelphus pekinensis brachybotrys. A
new species from China, very floriferous; panicles of
large sweet-scented flowers. $2.

Philadelphus Wilsonii. A tall-growing shrub,
with long clusters bearing nine to eleven flowers over
one inch in diameter. $1.

Philadelphus, Romeo. (Lem.) A strong-grow-
ing variety, with an abundance of creamy white
flowers with a purple blotch. $1.

ROSA Harisonii. Austrian Briar. Very pretty
yellow; suited for bedding; vigorous grower. 60 cts.

Rosa setigera (Prairie Rose). A variety with
large, single, deep rose-colored flowers. 50 cts.

ROSE, Christine Wright. A very handsome
Rose possessing a strong-climbing habit. The per-

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fectly formed, full, double, wild rose-pink flowers,
measuring 3)^} to 4 inches in diameter, are borne
singly and in clusters. Beautiful dark green foliage,
which is intact from insects and diseases. 75 cts.

Rose, Francois Juranville. WichuraianaHybrid.
Climbing. Large, bright salmon-pink flowers, tinged
orange-yellow at base of petals. $1.

Rose, Green Mantel. Hybrid Sweet Briar.
Bright rich pink flowers, with a band of white en-
circling the anthers. 60 cts.

Rose, Maman Turbat. Baby Rambler. Large
trusses of beautiful, china-rose flowers, shaded clear
peach; flowers freely produced. 60 cts.

Rose, Mme. Edouard Herriot. Daily Mail Rose.
A new unique Rose of great beauty. The buds are
coral-red, shaded yellow at the base; the semi-double
flowers are a bright rosy scarlet, which passes to a
shrimp-pink; shiny dark green foliage, 60 cts.

Rose, Sweet Lavender. Climbing. Bunches of
small, single, bright, pale mauve or lavender flowers,
with very distinct golden stamens. 60 c is.

SPIR7EA Aitchisonii. A new, strong-growing,
autumn-flowering shrub, with handsome foliage and
large heads of white flowers. 75 cts.

STAPH YLEA colchica (Bladder Nut). A very
interesting and beautiful shrub, with clusters of
white, fragrant flowers, followed by green bladder-
like fruits; blooms in May. 50 cts.

STEPHANANDRA Tanakae. A graceful shrub
with beautiful spine-like foliage. Panicles of small
white flowers. The leaves in fall change to brilliant
orange and scarlet or yellow. Small plants, 75 cts.

SYMPHORICARPOS Heyeri. An ornamental,
upright shrub with stiff branches, and small pinkish
white flowers followed by attractive white berries.
Small plants, $1.50.

VIBURNUM macrocephalum (Chinese Snow-
ball). Hardy; spreading branches and dark green
foliage. Flat panicles of yellowish white flowers. $1.

Trees

FRAXINUS americana (White Ash). A most
desirable tree for avenue and park planting. Grows
to be a large size and is a long-lived tree, very sym-
metrical in form; rapid grower. 10 to 12 ft., $2.

FAGUS purpurea roseo-marginata (Tricolor
Beech). Green leaves bordered with rose; very
beautiful. Fine for lawn specimens, being grafted
oa4J4 feet standards. $3.50.

Fagus heterophylla, syn., asplenifolia (Fern-
leaved Beech). A graceful, low, shrubby tree, with
fern-like foliage. Grafted on 5-foot standards. $5.

LIRIODENDRON Tulipifera (Tulip Tree). A
stately, pyramidal-shaped tree, suitable for lawn
specimens or avenue planting. Large, yellow, tulip-
Iike flowers; and light green foliage, which changes to
a brilliant yellow in fall. Trees thrive best when
transplanted in spring. 5 to 6 ft., 50 cts.

PTELEA trifoliata aurea (Golden Hop Tree).
Ornamental shrub with beautiful yellow foliage and
clusters of greenish white flowers, followed by light
green seed vessels, which remain on the plant until
after the leaves have fallen. 3 to 4 ft., 50 cts.

PLANNING THE GARDEN

So many customers and friends have asked me to help them plan their gardens that I have found it
necessary to form a special department and have employed as my assistant a skilful landscape-designer and
plantsman. We shall be glad to assist you in any way desired, either with suggestions or by advice that can
be included within the scope of an ordinary letter, which will be cheerfully given; or by the preparation of
detailed planting plans, for which a charge will be made.

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Selected New Hardy Perennials

ACONITUM Napellus carneum. Fleshy white.
25 cts.

ANCHUSA, Pride of Dover. Resembles Drop-
more variety in habits, but has decidedly handsome
pale blue flowers. 35 cts.

ASTER Amellus, Perry’s Favorite. A beautiful
variety with large red flowers. 25 cts.

Aster Amellus, Rudolf V. Goethe. New. The
largest flowers of its class, 2^ to 3 inches in diameter;
beautiful lavender-blue. 35 cts.

. Aster Amellus, Schone von Ronsdorf. A dis-
tinct novelty; large flowers 2Y 2 inches across, beau-
tiful lilac-pink. The L>est suirirner-flowering variety,
invaluable for cutting. 18 inches. 25 cts.

Aster erieoides, Delight. Completely covered
with small white flowers. 20 cts.

Aster, Lady Lloyd. (Hybrid). Violet-pink
flowers. 25 cts.

Aster, Nancy Ballard. (Hybrid). Beautiful,
double flowers, deep reddish purple. 25 cts.

Aster, Thiraz. (Novse-Belgise). Semi-double,
white flowers, slightly tinged pink. 25 cts.

BETONICA grandiflora robusta. Tufts of
corrugated leaves, and spikes 3 inches long of rosy
pink flowers. 18 inches. 20 cts.

Double and Single Pyrethrums

BOCCONIA microcarpa. Foliage similar to
Cordata, but larger. Bronzy flowers borne on im-
mense panicles. 8 to 10 feet. July. 25 cts.

BOLTONIA latisquama nana. A beautiful
pink, slightly tinged with lavender. 2 feet. 25 cts.

CAMPANULA carpatica, Riverslea. Very
large, dark blue, bell-shaped flowers, on slender
stems 1 foot long; blooms all summer. 25 cts.

CENTAUREA macrocephala. Bright golden
yellow flowers; July and August. 3 feet. 25 cts.

CHELONE glabra alba. Terminal spikes pro-
ducing creamy white flowers. Thrives best in partial
shade, and moist or wet situations. 2 feet. 25 cts.
Chelone Lyonii. Rosy purple flowers. 25 cts.

DELPHINIUM, Chamud. Very large, very
dark violet, semi-double flowers; extra fine. 35 cts.

Delphinium, Hugo Poortman. Enormous,
semi-double, flat flowers; pale blue. 75 cts.

. Delphinium, Koenigin Wilhelmina. Large,
single, sky-blue flowers, on tall spikes. 50 cts.

. Delphinium, Willy Obreen. A fine double va-
riety with blue flowers changing to rose. 75 cts.

Delphinium, Zuster Lugten. New. Large, very
double, well-formed dark blue flowers. 50 cts.

DIANTHUS, Fuerst Bismarck. A beautiful,
low-growing perennial, with showy rosy red flowers-
sweet scented. 9 inches. 25 cts.

DODECATHEON Clevelandii. A tall-growing
California variety; white or delicate soft rose. 25c.

DORONICUM Clusii. Large, showy yellow
flowers, produced in May. 2 feet. 25 cts.

EPIMEDIUM alpinum. Reddish yellow. 25 cts.
Epimedium grandiflora alba. Large, oure
white flowers. 25 cts.

Epimedium pinnatum elegans. Flowers golden
yellow; very fine. 35 cts.

ERIGERON aurantiacus. Bright orange flowers
from June to September; thought to be the best of
the genus. 9 inches. 25 cts.

EREMURUS robustus superbus. Large, soft
rose-colored flowers, on strong, tall stems. $1.50.

HEUCHERA americana (Alum Root). The
foliage, when young, is handsomely mottled, but
changes to a plain green in age. Small bright pink
flowers. 20 cts.

Heuchera sanguinea, Shirley. Handsome
sprays of coral-scarlet flowers, freely produced. 35c.

LIATRIS callilepsis. Clear carmine-pink flow-
ers on erect stems. 2 to 2>^ feet. 20 cts.

Liatris pycnostachya. One of the best of the
species. Tall, rocket-like spikes of purplish flowers.
Blooms from August to October. 20 cts.

LYTHRUM Salicaria, Brightness. Lon?
graceful spikes of bright rose-pink flowers. 25

MONARDA didyma kalmiana. Tall -growing;
bright red flowers; fine for massing. 20 cts.

Monarda Ramaleyi. A beautiful variety, with
dark rose-colored flowers. 25 cts.

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New and Rare Shrubs , Tree s and Perennials

POTENTILLA, Gibson’s Scarlet. The bright-
est of all Potentillas; dazzling scarlet flowers, freely
produced during June and August. 9 inches. 35 cts.

Potentilla, Louis Van Houtte. Bright orange.
25 cts.

Potentilla, Miss Willmott. Brilliant cerise,
very vivid color. 1 foot. 25 cts.

Potentilla, Ophir. Blackish purple. 25 cts.

Potentilla, Vulcain. Clear blood-red, veined
yellow. 25 cts.

PYRETHRUM, Celia. Double; very dark rose.
35 cts.

Pyrethrum, Maud. Single; fine soft rose. 35 cts.

Pyrethrum, Mme. Munier. Double; bluish
pink; very fine. 35 cts.

Pyrethrum, Ne Plus Ultra. Double; extra
large; light flesh. 35 cts.

SAPONARIA ocymoides (Soapwort). A low-
trailing perennial with small leaves,, and bright pink
flowers completely covering the plant. Excellent
for borders or rockeries. May and July. 25 cts.

TROLLIUS sinensis. Bright orange-colored
flowers; free blooming; blooms after other varieties
have ceased. 25 cts.

Trollius, Springhill Beauty. Very free-flower-
ing variety; bright orange-yellow. 35 cts.

THALICTRUM flavum glaucum. Linely cut
foliage; light brownish yellow flowers on well-
branched stems; July and August. 5 feet. 25 cts.

VERBASCUM, Britannia. A stately plant with
large bronze flowers on tall spikes. 50 cts.

VERONICA repens* A prostrate plant with
shiny green leaves and light blue flowers. An ideal
plant for covering unsightly spots. 20 cts.

Mrs. Allan Gray. S. and F. almost uniform shade
of light rose. 35 cts.

Nina Wells. S. and F. a uniform shade of blue;
flowers large, on stout stems 4 feet high. 50 cts.

Odin. (Int.) S. white; F. lavender-white. 1 he
beautiful dome-shaped standards make it unique in
appearance. 35 cts. . T . , „ . ,

Samboo. (Dwarf.) S. violet-blue; F. violet-
purple. 6 inches. 25 cts.

Variegata, De Berghi. (Int.) S. light yellow-
F. dark purple, bordered light yellow. 25 cts.

Various Species of Irises

Forrestii. A new species from China. Very
dwarf, with grass-like foliage and yellow flowers with
a slight netting at the throat. 8 to 10 inches. 35 cts.

Laevigata. (True.) A species from Japan, which
is quite distinct in foliage and flowers from the
Japanese Iris. Brilliant violet-blue flowers, a vivid
color, quite rare. Thrives in moist situations, but
will do well with the rhizomes covered with water;
blooms in June. Very scarce. 18 inches. $1.50. _

Laevigata alba. (True.) Pure white flowers, with
a faint tinge of mauve at the throat; very distinct
and beautiful. $1.

Fair's Two New Irises

Introductions of ms
Paxatawny . Standards pale parma - violet

-206) , slightly suffused sulphur-yellow, deepening
the base; falls darker, with brown and yellow
eticulations; very large-flowered. 36 in. 75 cts.
Swatara. 1 ) lobelia-blue, suffused bronzy yellow
at base; F. bi ght violet, with conspicuous orange
beard. Large flower. 36 in. 75 cts.

New Bearded Irises

Tall, Dwarf, and Intermediate

Crusader. New. The introducer claims this to
be the finest of all blue Irises. L. deep violet-blue,
with slightly paler standards; large broad petals,
with good texture. 3J^ feet. $2.50.

Dolphine. (Int.) S. silvery lilac; F. a striking
mauve color, with showy orange beard; large flow-
blooms in May. 18 inches. 25 cts.
nila, Blue Bird. (Dwarf.) A very pleasing
shaoe of blue. 25 cts.

Pumila, Die Fee. (Dwarf.) S. violet blue, h.
darker. 25 cts.

Trollius (Globe Flower). Golden balls, like a giant
buttercup

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B. H. Farr • Wyomissing Nurseries Company

Japanese Iris arrayed in richest blue, purple and gold

VARIOUS SPECIES OF IRISES, continued

Laevigata alba purpurea. Large, dark blue
flowers, spreckled white — a beautiful color combi-
nation. $1.

Laevigata, Rose Queen. A beautiful lilac-rose
color, rarely seen among Irises; tall. $1.

WILSONII. A new introduction from China.
Flowers yellow, borne on graceful stems 3 feet high;
grass-like foliage; very free bloomer. 50 cts.

Japanese Irises

It became necessary to change my list of Japanese
Irises in the Sixth Edition of my catalogue, and to
request my customers to make their selection from
the special insert. I find that I am able to offer
twenty-six of the varieties listed on pages 15, 16,
and 17 of the catalogue and, in addition thereto,
twelve varieties that have not heretofore been listed.

At 25 cents each, I offer the following numbers
and refer you to the catalogue for complete descrip-
tion: Nos. 6, 9, 12, 13, 21, 32, 33, 38, 50, 60, 76,
85, 86, 90, 96, 100, 146, 156.

At 50 cents each, I offer the following numbers,
and refer you to the catalogue for description:
Nos. 35, 39, 70, 72, 84, 139, 153, 155.

Japanese Irises, European-grown

Araragai. Six large petals; velvet blue, with yel-
low center. 25 cts.

Hakubotan. Six large petals; pure white. 25 cts.

Hosokawa. Six petals; light violet-blue, veined
white. 25 cts.

Kagaribi. Six petals; silvery white, traced and
marbled with ultramarine blue. 25 cts.

Kimi-No-Megumi. Three petals; grayish white,
veined with purple. 25 cts.

Kumo-Funjin. Six petals; light ground-color,
bordered with bright magenta-lilac. 25 cts.

Manadzuma. Six petals; large pure white flow-
ers, with pale blue standards. 25 cts.

Schuchiukwa. Three petals; crimson-purple
with large white veins and center. 25 cts.

Shippo. White, striped blue, upper petals dark
violet; dwarf. 25 cts.

Waku-Hotei. Six petals; large pure white, veined
purple. 25 cts.

Yokohama. Six very large petals; white shaded
pale blue. 25 cts.

Yoshimo. Six large petals; creamy white deli-
cately veined with violet. 25 cts.

Phlox Decussata

Late-flowering

Embrassement. Large, bright orange-scarlet.
25 cts.

Grideur. New. Rich, deep rose; large flowers.
25 cts.

Imperator. Large, bright carmine flowers, with
dark blood-red center. 35 cts.

Kommerzienrat Borsig. Beautiful orange ^tff
carmine center. 25 cts.

Lady Glenconner. Carmine-rose with a brighter
center. 35 cts.

Riverton Jewel. New. Mauve-rose, with car-
mine-red eye. 25 cts.

September Glow. Large, brillianj red flowers;
very dark foliage. 25 cts.

Thor. Rich salmon-pink, with deep crimson eye.
25 cts.

W. C. Egan. Possibly the large t-flowered va-
riety in cultivation; beautiful soft pi ik. 25 cts.

Phlox Suffruticosa

Early-flowering

Arnold Turner. Pure white with deep cherry-
red eye. 25 cts.

Ringleader. White, veined pale cherry-red; a
very handsome variety. 25 cts.

The Queen. Very large trusses of white flowers,
suffused with pale violet. 25 cts.

BERTRAND H. FARR-

Wyomissing Nurseries Company, Wyomissing, Pa.

The McFarland Publicity Service, Harrisburg, Pa.