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SELECTED 


SEEDS 


53  ms  IBS' 


New  Giant  Dahlia  Flowered  Double  Zinnia 


William  Marks 


Seedsman  and  Florist 


3902  N.  CICERO  AVE.  SfiZgfSXiSj 


CHICAGO,  ILL. 


TELEPHONE  KILDARE  7700 


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LAWN  AND  GARDEN  SUNDRIES 


Lawn  Grass  Seed 


OTHER  GRASS  AND  CLOVER  SEEDS. 

Blue  Grass.  There  are  many  people  who  prefer  this 
grass  to  all  mixtures  for  the  formation  of  lawns.  It  has  a 
creeping  habit,  uniform  growth  and  a  pleasing  color.  One  of 
the  most  enduring  grasses.  V2  5b. 20c,  1  lb.  35c.  3  lbs. 
$1.00.  5  lbs.  $1.50. 

Red  Top.  This  is  a  quick  growing  grass,  suitable  for 
meadows,  pastures  and  lawns.  It  thrives  in  almost  any  situa¬ 
tion  and  is  not  seriously  affected  by  weather  influences,  V2  lb. 
20c.  1  lb.  35c,  3  lbs.  $1.00,  5  lbs.  $1.50. 

Whi<©  Clover.  The  most  hardy  of  any  variety  of  clover. 
It  has  a  creeping  habit  and  is  desirable  tQ  sow  on  terraces  or 
sloping  ground  Indispensable  to  all  lawns.  M  lb.  20c, 
1  lb,  65c. 

NOTICE*  Prices  on  insecticides  and  Fertilizers  aro 
Subject  to  Change  Without  Notice. 


A  RICH,  velvety  green  lawn  is  easily  obtained. 
**  You  can  have  one  if  you  use  our  specially 
prepared  seed.  It  is  made  up  of  a  number  of 
varieties  or  dwarf  habits. 

A  lawn  which  is  produced  from  seed  will 
invariably  give  better  satisfaction  than  one 
prepared  by  laying  down  sods  or  turf.  That 
made  from  seed  will  retain  its  verdure  and  vel¬ 
vety  appearance  in  dry  weather  because  the 
grasses  in  it  are  such  as  will  thrive  under  ad¬ 
verse  conditions. 

Tho  Quantity  to  Sow.  It  is  unwise  to  be 
economical  in  the  quantity  of  seed  used  if  the 
best  results  are  desired.  One  pound  will  sow  a 
plot  of  three  hundred  square  feet;  4  bushels 
(56  lbs.)  to  the  acre. 

The  Price.  The  price  of  lawn  seed  varies 
greatly  according  to  quality.  The  cheap  seed 
offered  consists  mostly  of  chaff  and  if  used  the 
planter  will  find  his  grass  coming  up  in  patches 
or  very  thin.  If  good  seed  is  planted  it  will 
come  up  thick  and  make  a  good  permanent 
lawn. 

Knowing  from  experience  of  many  years  in 
both  growing  and  dealing  with  the  planter  of 
seeds  that  the  best  is  the  cheapest  in  the  end, 
our  mixtures  contain  only  seed  of  the  highest 
quality. 

OUR  SUPERIOR  PARK  MIXTURE. 

A  combination  of  various  native  and  foreign  dwarf  growing, 
fine-leaved  grasses,  carefully  balanced  and  blended,  with  a 
view  of  producing  a  turf  that  will  retain  its  rich  green  color 
throughout  the  entire  season.  There  is  nothing  better  than 
this  for  the  making  of  a  luxuriant  and  permanent  lawn.  It 
can  be  used  to  advantage  to  renovate  old  lawns  or  to  bring 
again  into  grass  patches  which  have  become  bare.  Can  be 
sown  in  Soring  or  Fall.  V2  lb.  20c,  1  lb.  40c.  3 

lbs  SI. 15,  5  lbs.  SI. 85, 

8JMOICE  MIXTURE. 

While  containing  fewer  and  less  expensive  grasses,  this  is 
a  good  well-balanced  mixture  which  we  do  not  hesitate  to  re¬ 
commend.  Lb.30c,  3  lbs.  85c,  5  lbs.  S1.35. 

SHADY  PLACE  MIXTURE. 

Made  up  of  grasses  selected  for  locations  shaded  by  trees 
or  buildings.  Lb.40c,  3  lb®.  SI. 15,  5  lbs.  SI. 85. 


INSECTICIDES  AND  REMEDIES 

reranzers  for  plant  diseases 


Everyone  recognizes  the  necessity  of  stimulating  the  fertility  of 
the  soil  in  some  manner.  On  the  farm  this  is  largely  accomplished 
by  plowing  under  decayed  manure.  Concentrated  fertilizers,  that  are 
inodorous,  quickly  applied  and  easy  to  handle  are  now  offered. 


INSECTICIDES. 

Arsenate  of  Lead,  Powder.  For  dusting  and 
snraying.  Solves  the  problem  of  controlling  practi¬ 
cally  all  leaf-eating  insects  in  a  particularly  efficient 
manner.  y2  lb.  25c,  1  lb.  40e. 

Bordeaux  Mixture.  This  is  a  preventive  of  plant 
diseases,  especially  apple  scab,  rust  on  melons,  beans, 
hollyhocks,  etc.,  besides  rot  and  mildew.  Lb.  40c. 

Carbon  Disulphide.  To  drive  away  ants  and 
cut-worms.  Per  lb.,  55c. 

Hammond’s  Sing  Shot.  Kills  every  garden  pest. 
Harmless  to  human  life.  5  lb.  pkg.  60c,  1  lb.  car¬ 
ton,  perforated  top,  20c. 

Hellebore.  One  of  the  best  insecticides  for  all- 
around  garden  use.  Kills  leal-eating  insects,  such  as 
currant  worm,  cut  worm,  rose  bug,  etc.  Can  be  used 
dry  or  in  solution.  1  oz.  to  2  gals,  of  water.  Price, 
%  lb.  18c.  lb.  30c. 

Lime  Snlphnr,  Powder  Form.  All  that  is  needed 
is  the  addition  of  water  to  make  spraying  material.  It 
is  used  for  the  control  of  San  Jose  scale,  oyster  shell 
bark  louse,  and  other  scale  insects.  Per  lb.,  35c. 

Nikoteen.  A  fumigating  and  spraying  material 
for  destroying  sucking  insects.  Best  adapted  for  in¬ 
door  use  One  %- oz.  bottle  makes  four  gallons  of  spray. 
Price,  each  35c. 

Sulpho-Tobacco  Soap.  Exterminates  insects  on 
plants  and  shrubs  as  well  as  on  domestic  animals  In 
cakes,  3  oz.,  each  15c;  8  oz.,  each  25o,  D  sections 
accompany  each  cake. 


FERTILIZERS. 

Bone  Meal.  Ground  fine.  Can  be  used  for  indoor  or  outdoor 
purposes.  Stimulates  lawns  and  pot  plants.  Bone  Meal  is  the  best 
and  safest  fertilizer.  5  lbs.  45c,  lO  lbs.  75c.  25  lbs.  $1.25. 
50  lbs.  $2.00,  lOO  lbs.  $3.75. 

Lawn  Fertilizer.  A  dry  odorless  preparation  that  is  pleasant 
to  handle  and  absolutely  free  from  weed  seed.  Apply  at  the  rat°  of 
ten  pounds  to  300  square  feet,  either  in  fall  or  spring.  5  lbs.  45c, 
lO  lbs. 75c,  25  lbs.  $1.25,  50  lbs.  $2.00,  lOO  lbs,  $3.75. 

SHEEP  MANURE  (Pulverized) 

This  is  a  natural  manure;  excellent  for  mixing  with  the  soil. 
Strewn  over  and  ratted  into  the  surface  of  the  vegetable  garden  or 
placed  directly  in  drills  or  bills, 
it  promotes  a  rapid,  steady 
growth.  Especially  valuable  for 
lawns,  contains  all  the  constitu¬ 
ents  for  promoting  a  quick,  lux¬ 
uriant  growth  and  a  rich  green 
color.  For  the  vegetable  garden 
apply  one  pound  to  each  four 
square  feet.  For  lawns  use  about 
1  pound  to  10  square  feet.  For  pot 
plants,  mix  one  part  of  sheep 
manure  to  six  parts  of  soil.  Be¬ 
ing  soluble,  it  readily  makes  a 
safe  liquid  manure— one  pouna 
to  five  gallons  of  water  can  be 
used. 


5  lbs.  30c,  lO  lbs.  50c,  25  lbs. 
$1.00,  50  lbs.  $1.50,  100 
lbs.  $2.50. 


V-C  Plant  Food 


(For  Potted  Plants  and  Flowers.  Use  2  to  3  table¬ 
spoonfuls  of  V-C  Plant  Food  to  each  half  peck  of  earth 
mixing-  with  the  potting  soil  at  the  time  of  planting,  or 
apply  near  the  roots,  without  coming  into  contact  with 
them,  after  plants  are  potted.  Apply  five  or  six  times  per 
year,  as  required.  Small  can  (1  Ib.),  25ej  2  lbs.  can,  45c. 

Zenke’s  New  Plant  Life 

is  a  compound  containing  Nitrogen,  Potash  and  Phosphoric  Acid,  the 
elements  which  are  necessary  for  plant  production.  Being  in  liquid 
form  it  is  easily  applied,  and  beiomes  instantly  available  to  plant 
absorption.  It  aids  in  producing  earlier  and  more  flowers  of  better 
color  by  renewing  power  in  the  soil.  It  is  an  ideal  preparation  for 
ferns  and  all  other  house  plants. 

Price  25c.  Directions  for  use  with  each  can. 


WE  TAKE  this  occasion  to  extend  to  our  many  customers  our  heartfelt  greetings  and  best  wishes 
for  a  successful  season.  It  is  our  pleasure  to  announce  that  we  have  brought  together  a  collection 
of  Seeds,  Bulbs  and  Plants  as  offered  herein  all  of  which  will  be  found  to  be  of  the  highest  quality. 
Many  varieties  found  in  the  average  seed  catalogue  have  been  eliminated  for  the  reason  that 
afte_  years  of  experience  have  shown  to  possess  little  or  no  value.  No  mistake  can  be  made  in  using 
those  which  we  describe  in  these  pages  as  they  have  been  thoroughly  tried  and  are  known  to  be  of 
possessing  quality,  soliciting  an  opportunity  to  serve  you,  we  are  willing  to  help  you  gain  unfailing 
success. 

Having  selected  these  goods  with  consideration  and  untiring  effort  in  order  to  offer  the  best  the  market 
affords.  We  are  willing  to  do  all  in  our  power  to  help  you  have  a  successful  garden:  but  we  give  no  war¬ 
ranty,  express  or  implied,  as  to  description,  quality,  production,  or  any  other  matter  of  the  seeds,  bulbs  or 
plants  we  send  out  and  will  not  be  responsible  for  the  crop.  All  items  named  in  this  catalogue  will  be  sold 
on  these  terms  only. WM.  MARKS. 


Selected  List  of  Vegetable  Seeds. 


ASPARAGUS  SEEDS — 

Sow  thickly  in  early  spring.  Transplant  in  one  or  two  years,  9  to  12  inches,  in 
rows  33^  feet  apart.  Asparagus  can  be  cut  in  3  to  4  years. 

CONOVER’S  COLOSSAL. 

The  standard  variety.  Popular,  productive,  and  of  good  quality  Pkt.,  5c. 

ASPARAGUS  ROOTS. 

One-year  roots  are  ready  to  cut  two  years  from  planting;  two  and  three  year 
roots,  the  year  following  setting  out. 

|  Prices;  Conover’s  Colossal,  2  year  old  roots,  doz.  25c,  lOO  SI. 50* 


ARTICHOKE 

Large  Globe.  Sown  and  grown  in  good  garden  soil,  this  variety  will  last  for 
years.  Its  flower  heads  cooked  like  Asparagus  are  relished  by  many,  pkt.,  5c. 


BEANS— Dwarf,  Wax  Podded. 

93oljnen.  SBnd)3*£)ulfeiu6orten. 

DAVIS  KIDNEY  WAX  BEAN. 


The  large  beans  are  pure  white;  excellent  for  cooking, 
green  or  dry.  The  pods  while  young  are  stringless,  tender, 
and  of  excellent  flavor,  very  long,  straight  and  uniform  in  size 
and  shape,  of  a  clear,  waxy  white,  do  not  discolor  in  canning. 

Pkt.  5c;  Lb.  35c 


GOLDEN  WAX.  Pods  flat;  golden  colored;  beans 
oval,  white  with  more  or  less  of  two  shades  of  reddish  purple 
visible.  One  of  the  most  delicate  and  finely  flavored,  as  well 
as  early.  Pkte  5c,  per  lb.  35c. 


PROLIFIC  BLACK  WAX.  The  old  standard  Black 
Wax  Bush  Bean.  It  is  so  good  that  it  is  worthy  of  special 
notice.  The  pods  are  round,  brittle  of  handsome  golden  yel¬ 
low  color  a-nd  of  buttery  flavor  when  cooked,  Fkt»  5c 


Per  lb.  35c. 


POLE  LIMA  BEANS. 


SEIBERT’S  EARLY  LIMA.  In  earliness,  ease  of 
shelling  and  quality  of  the  green  beans,  this  variety  is  far  in 
advance  of  all  other  early  Limas  for  either  the  garden  or  mar¬ 
ket.  The  vine  is  very  productive:  although  the  pods  rarely 
contain  more  than  four  beans,  the  total  yield  is  enormous. 
The  green  shelled  beans  are  of  immense  size,  tender  and  of 
finest  quality.  Pkt.  5c;  per  lb.  35c. 


DWARF  LIMA  BEANS. 

Bush  Limas  should  be  planted  three  feet  apart,  dropping 
two  or  three  beans  fifteen  inches  apart  in  the  row.  Cover 
about  1  inch  deep.  Dwarf  Limas  require  no  support. 

Dreer’s  Dwarl  Lima.  ThiCK  pods  and  large  thick 
beans  three  or  four  in  a  pod.  Ripens  fully  ten  days  earlier 
than  the  Pole  Lima  of  same  name.  Pkt.  5c;  per  lb.  35 c. 


Stringless  Green  Pod 


DAVIS  KIDNEY  WAX  BEAN 

BEANS  — Dwarf,  Green  Pod. 

93of)tien,  ©rune  SpiilfetuSorten. 

BURPEE’S  STRINGLESS. 

This  fine  bean  is  the  only  absolutely  stringless  green-pod 
bean  in  the  market.  It  is  the  earliest  and  most  hardy  oi 
green-pod  sort.  By  repealed  plantings  pods  may  be  had  in 
constant  succession  from  spring  until  cut  off  by  frost.  The 
plants  are  very  productive,  bearing  profusely  the  beautiful 
green  pods,  which  are  nearly  round,  straight,  broad,  tender, 
orittle,  of  the  finest  flavor,  fleshy  and  entirely  stringless. 
Pkt.  5c,  per  lb.  35c. 


BOUNTIFUL. 

An  improved  Long-  Yellow  Six  Weeks.  Being- 
earlier,  hardier  and  producing-  better  and  larg-er 
pods  and  more  of  them.  Pods  grow  to  larg-e  size, 
are  broad  and  fleshy;  absolutely  string-less,  tender, 
of  finest  flavor  and  g-ood  appearance.  Pkt.  5c,  per 
lb.  35c. 


LONG  YELLOW  SIX  WEEKS. 

Early,  upright  in  growth,  very  productive,  with  long, 
straight,  thick  pods  of  excellent  quality.  Seeds,  when  ripe, 
are  olive-brown  color.  Pkt.  5c,  per  lb,  35c. 

IMPROVED  RED  VALENTINE. 

For  snaps  there  is  nothing  superior  to  this  variety  among 
the  green  podded  sorts,  and  many  prefer  it  to  the  wax  varie 
ties.  Vine  erect,  with  dark  green  leaves;  pods  medfttm  length, 
curved  cylindrical,  with  crease  in  back,  very  fleshy,  crisp  and 
tender;  seed  long,  of  medium  size  and  unsymmetricai  in 
shape;  pink,  marbled  with  red.  Pkt.  5c,  per  lb.  35c. 


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VEGETABLE  SEEDS 


Crosby’s  Egyptian  Beet 


BEETS  FOR  THE  TABLE  — ^oteruben. 

Crosby’s  Egyptian.  Much  in  demand  by  market  gardeners 
for  forcing  and  early  out-of-door  sowing.  This  beet  is  perfect  in 
shape,  and  deepest  red,  almost  black  in  color.  Equally  good  for 
early  bunching  as  well  as  the  fall  market.  Its  fine  color  and  su¬ 
perior  quality  make  this  one  of  the  best  beets.  Pkt.  5c,  oz. 
15c,  H  lb.  25c 

Improved  Crimson  Globe.  The  best  sort  for  gen¬ 
eral  crop.  In  quality  one  of  the  finest,  exceedingly  dark,  shape 
globular,  having  only  one  taproot.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  15c,  M  lb,  25c 

Mangel-Wurzel  and  Sugar  Beets. 

9J?angelttmrftelrt  unb  3ucferruben 

MAMMOTH  LONG  RED.  On  good  soil  sometimes  grows 
eighteen  inches  long.  Dark  leaves;  skin  bright  dark 
red;  flesh  white  with  veined  rings  of  rose-pink.  An  excel¬ 
lent  keeper;  nutritious  and  milk-producing.  Oz. 

10c,  14  lb.  20c,  lb.  50c 

'k 

KLEIN  VANZLEBEN.  White  flesh.  Con- 
;ains  large  amount  of  sugar.  Oz.  lOc,  M  lb.  20e 


lb.  60o 


BRUSSELS  SPROUTS— ©proffenfo^l. 

BRUSSELS  SPROUTS.  This  is  one  of  the  best  vegetables  for  winter  use, 
producing  from  the  axils  of  the  leaves  an  abundance  of  sprouts,  resembling  small 
cabbages,  of  excellent  mild  flavor.  Pkt.  5c,  Oz.  25c 

CARROTS— (Mberiiben. 

CHANTENAY.  Deep  red  flesh,  fine  grained  and  sugary.  One  of  the  best  for 
home  or  market  garden.  It  is  early,  grows  about  six  inches  long;  stump  rooted; 
always  smooth.  A  heavy  cropper.  This  carrot  will  please  everybody.  Pkt.  5c, 

oz.  15c,  14  lb.  30c 

HALF  LONG  SCARLET  NANTES.  An  early  stump-rooted  variety  about 
six  inches  long,  that  is  valuable  for  table  use.  Flesh  red,  little  core.  Pkt.  5c,  oz. 

15c,  14  lb.  30c 

OX  HEART,  or  Gnerande.  Much  esteemed  either  for  family  use  or  market. 
It  is  intermediate  between  the  half  long  and  horn  varieties.  Roots  are  about  six 
inches  long,  cylindrical  in  shape  and  rich  orange  color.  The  flesh  is  fine  grained, 
little  core.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  15c,  J4  lb.  30c 

CORN  SALAD— Sorn  ©alat. 

BROAD-LEAVED.  A  delicious  salad,  used  during  the  winter  and  spring 
months  as  a  substitute  for  lettuce,  and  also  cooked  and  used  like  spinach.  It  will 
mature  in  six  weeks.  Pkt.  Sc,  oz.  10c. 


Chantenay  Carrot 

CABBAGE  — ®OpffoI)I. 

EARLY  JERSEY  WAKEFIELD.  Long  recognized  as  the  best, 
earliest  marketable  cabbage.  In  size,  medium;  in  shape,  pyramidal 
with  pointed  peak.  Its  uncommonly  fine  heading  qualities,  together  with 
its  fitness  for  wintering  in  cold  frames,  pleases  the  most  critical  garden¬ 
ers.  Our  strain  of  seed  is  of  superior  quality.  Pkt  5c,  Oz.  25c 

SELECTED  LATE  FLAT  DUTCH.  It  grows  very  large,  is 
remarkably  hardy,  a  sure  header,  uniform  in  shape,  size  and  color.  Few 
varieties  can  approach  this  for  superior  quality.  Market  gardeners  grow 
this  very  extensively  for  a  late  crop.  Pkt.  5c,  oz£  25c 

MAMMOTH  RED  ROCK.  By  far  the  best,  largest,  and  hardest 
heading  red  cabbage  in  cultivation;  very  uniform  in  size,  weight,  solidity 
and  deeo  red  color.  The  heads  grow  to  weigh  10  or  12  pounds.  Pkt  5c, 

Oz.  30c 

SAVOY  or  CURLED  LEAVED. 

The  quality  and  flavor  of  these  “curled  leaved”  Cabbages  is  very 
superior;  grown  in  fall  and  allowed  to  be  touched  by  frost,  they  are 
sweet,  delicate  and  most  delicious. 

AMERICAN  DRUMHEAD  SAVOY.  The  best  of  its  class  for 
home  use  and  market.  Heads  large,  solid  and  compact.  Has  rich, 
sweet  flavor  of  the  cauliflower  when  cooked.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  25c 


CRESS— 23runnenlre[fe. 

UPLAND  CRESS.  Perennial.  It  is  ready 
to  use  very  early  in  spring.  Has  the  flavor  of  water 
cress.  Pkt.  5c,  Oz.  25c. 


Premium  Late  Flat  Dutch  Cabbage 


CHIVES— ©cfmitlaud). 

Their  green  tops,  which  appear  in  early  spring 
are  used  wherever  the  flavor  of  onions  is  desired 
They  are  entirely  hardy.  One  or  two  clumps  are 
sufficient  for  a  family  garden.  Clumps  10c  each. 


CAULIFLOWER— 93lumenfol)I. 

EARLY  SNOWBALL.  The  leading  cauliflower  among  cauli¬ 
flower  growers,  and  unquestionably  the  purest  strain  of  “Snowball” 
cauliflower  seed  to  be  had.  Heads  uniform,  of  desirable  market  size  and 
of  snowy  whiteness.  Pkt  20c. 


CHERVIL— ®erbel. 

CHERVIL.  A  hardy  annual  worthy  of  more 
general  use  for  flavoring  and  garnishing.  The 
curled  variety  is  even  more  beautiful  than  parsley 
Pkt.  5c.  Oz.  25c 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS 


3 


CELERY— Seflerie. 

GOLDEN  SELF  BLANCHING.  The  best  of  all  early  self  blanching 
varieties.  First  introduced  in  America  in  1884,  this  is  decidedly  better  in  quality 
than  the  White  Plume.  It  is  ready  for  use  nearly  as  early,  blanches  as  easily,  and 
is  larger  in  size,  as  well  as  finer  in  quality.  It  is  of  dwarf  compact  habit,  with  thick 
solid  heavily  ribbed  stalks  which  blanch  easily  to  a  clear  waxen  yellow.  Pkt.  10c. 

GIANT  GOLDEN  HEART.  Large  size,  beautiful  color,  crisp  and  deli¬ 
ciously  flavored.  One  of  the  best  celeries  for  market,  and  for  home  use.  Pkt.  5c. 

WHITE  PLUME.  The  peculiarity  of  this  leading 
variety  is  that  the  inner  leaves  and  heart  are  naturally  white, 
so  that  by  closing  the  stalks,  either  by  tying  or  by  drawing 
the  soil  close  about  the  plant  and  pressing  it  together  with  the 
hands,  the  blanching  is  completed.  It  is  the  earliest  Celery  in 
cultivation,  but  will  not  Keep  longer  than  the  holiday  season. 
Pkt.  5c. 


Celeriac. 


GERMAN  CELERY  or  CELERIAC— SftioUen  ©eflerie. 

Produces  larger  turnip-like  roots  which  keepwell  for  winter  use;  it  is  highly 
esteemed  either  cooked  for  flavoring  soup  or  sliced  and  used  with  vinegar,  making 
an  excellent  salad.  It  is  cultivated  like  celery,  little  or  no  earthing  being  required. 
Ready  for  use  in  October. 

LARGE  SMOOTH  PRAGUE.  Has  a  large  smooth  root,  and  is  the  finest  of 
all  celeriac  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  20c. 

CHARD 

OR  SPINACH  BEET.  Few  people  realize  the  great  merits  of  this  vegetable. 
While  it  is  classed  among  beets,  it  makes  no  root  whatever,  the  top  only  being  used. 
**  It  is  cooked  and  served  like  spinach,  which  it  resembles  in  taste. 


Giant  Golden 
Heart 


Pkt.  5c,  oz.  15c. 


Swiss  Chard. 


SWEET  CORN— ©ufcforn.  BEST  VARIETIES  FOR  FAMILY  USE. 


Golden  Bantam.  For  sweetness  and  richness 
of  flavor  it  has  no  equal.  It  is  a  hardy,  early  ma¬ 
turing  variety  of  very  dwarf  growth  and  can,  there¬ 
fore,  be  planted  closer  than  other  sorts,  the  ideal 
Corn  lor  the  home  garden.  Pkt.  5c.  per  lb.  25c 

Country  Gentleman.  The  great  merit  01  this 
fine  main  crop  Sweet  Corn  is  its  delicious  qual¬ 
ity,  being  the  sweetest  and  most  tender  of  all.  The 
ears  are  medium,  cob  small,  kernels  deep;  pearly 
white  in  color.  It  is  very  productive,  bearing  from 
two  to  four  ears  on  the  stalk.  Ripens  about  same 
time  as  Stowell’s  Evergreen. 

Pkt.  5c,  per  lb.  25c 

Stowell’s  Evergreen.  More  extensively  plan¬ 
ted  than  any  other  soft,  being  the  general  favorite 
Stowell’s  Evergreen  with  market  gardeners  and  canners  for  late  use.  II 

planted  at  the  same  time  with  earlier  kinds  it  will  keep  the  table  supplied  until  October.  Ears  are  of  good  size,  grain  deep, 
tender  and  sugary,  remaining  a  long  time  in  condition  for  cooking.  Pkt.  5c,  per  lb.  25c 


POP  CORN 

A  Profitable  Crop.  We  have  choice 
seed.  It  pops  large  and  white. 

Pkt.  5c,  per  lb.  15c. 

CUCUMBER  — ©urten. 

This  is  one  of  the  vegetables  that  can  be 
grown  to  perfection  by  any  one  who  can 
control  a  few  square  yards  of  soil  that  is 
fully  exposed  to  the  sun.  Every  family 
should  be  supplied  from  its  own  garden, 
since  the  fruit  is  so  much  better,  when 
fathered  fresh  from  the  vines  than  it  is  in 
ihe  more  or  less  wilted  condition  in  which 
it  is  found  on  the  market. 


Improved  Long  Green  Cucumber. 


LONG  GREEN.  Fruit  from  10  to  12  inches  long,  dark  green,  firm  and 
crisp.  It  is  used  for  slicing,  also  for  sweet  pickles.  Pkt,  5c,  oz.  10c,  H  lb. 
40c, 


Pick  the  fruit  before  it  begins  to  ripen, 
as  the  vines  will  cease  setting  fruit  as  soon 
as  any  seed  begins  to  mature, 


CHICAGO  PICKLE.  This  is  one  of  the  best  varieties  and  largely  used 
by  pickle  factories.  The  fruit  is  of  medium  length,  pointed  at  both  ends,  witl! 
large  and  prominent  spines;  color  deep  green.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  lOo,  H  lb»  35c. 


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VEGETABLE  SEEDS 


Dwarf  German  Kale. 


EGG  PLANT— (Sier  $flnn^e. 

NEW  YORK  IMPROVED  PURPLE.  This  variety 
is  a  general  favorite  both  for  market  and  private  use.  Plants, 
large,  spreading;  foliage  light  green;  fruit  very  large,  oval; 
color  a  splendid  dark  purple  Plants  usually  ripen  four  to 
eight  large  fruits.  Pkt.  5c. 

ENDIVE— 28inter*SaIat. 

This  plant  furnishes  an  attractive  and  appetizing  salad  for 
the  fall  and  winter  months,  or  by  repeated  sowing  a  supply 
may  be  had  nearly  all  the  year  round. 

GREEN  CURLED.  Leaves  finely  cut  or  laciniated, 
giving  the  plant  a  rich  mossy  appearance  which  is  greatly, 
enhanced  when  the  centers  are  nicely  blanched.  Pkt.  5c, 
oz.  15c,  34  lb.  35c. 

BROAD-LEAVED  BATAVIAN.  Has  slightly 

wrinkled  thick  leaves.  It  is  usually  grown  for  use  in  soupa 
and  stews.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  15c. 


BORECOLE,  or  KALE— @rfin»SoT}l. 

The  Kales  are  more  hardy  than  cabbage,  and  are  improved  by  frost, 
but  the  time  and  manner  of  sowing  and  the  culture  are  identical  with 
cabbage. 

DWARF  GERMAN,  or  GERMAN  GREENS.  A  dwarf  varie¬ 
ty.  rarely  exceeding  18  inches  in  height,  but  spreading  out  under  good 
cultivation  to  3  feet  in  diameter;  the  leaves  are  very  beautifully  curled, 
and  of  a  bright  green.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  20c 

HERBS— ftrfiuter. 

DILL.  Leaves  used  with  pickles,  seeds  for  flavoring  soups  and 
Vinegar.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  10c,  34  lb.  30c 

SAGE.  Leaves  are  used  in  stuffing  and  sauces.  Pkt.  5c. 

SAVORY,  SUMMER.  Used  for  seasoning.  Pkt.  5c. 

THYME.  For  seasoning.  Pkt.  5o. 

LAVENDER.  Its  flowers  are  used  in  the  manufacture  of  oil  and 
distilled  water.  Pkt.  5c. 

MARJORAM,  Sweet.  Used  for  seasoning.  Pkt.  5c 

WORMWOOD.  Beneficial  for  poultry.  Pkt.  5c. 


Early  White  Vienna  Kohlrabi. 


Big  Boston  Head  Lettuce. 


KOHL-RABI  or  Turnip-Rooted  Cabbage — ^o^Irobi. 

A  vegetable  of  the  cabbage  tribe,  with  a  thick  stem;  sweet  and  deli¬ 
cate  when  cooked. 

EARLY  WHITE  VIENNA.  Flesh  is  white.  Pkt.  5o. 

EARLY  PURPLE  VIENNA.  Rich  purple.  Pkt.  5c. 

LETTUCE  0pf*@alflt. 

CABBAGE  OR  HEADING  VARIETIES. 

BIG  BOSTON.  The  most  popular  and  satisfactory  head  let¬ 
tuce  with  market  gardeners.  It  forms  a  fine  head,  is  tender  and  crisp, 
and  is  very  slow  to  run  to  seed.  Outer  leaves  are  light  green,  and  the 
inner  ones  are  bright,  creamy  yellow,  of  a  very  fine  flavor.  Altogether, 
we  recommend  it  as  being  the  best  head  lettuce  for  general  use. 

Pkt.  5c,  oz.  15c,  34  lb.  35c 

IMPROVED  HANSON.  For  outdoor  culture  there  are  none 
more  reliable  than  this.  In  rich  ground,  well  cultivated,  the  heads  grow 
to  resemble  small  cabbages.  Outer  leases  green,  white  within,  having 
no  bitter  taste.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  15c,  34  lb.  35c 


LETTUCE— 93latter*0alat.. 

BLACK-SEEDED  SIMPSON.  Among  the 
many  varieties  of  Curled  or  Leaf  Lettuce,  there  is  no 
one  better  fitted  for  the  general  use  of  market  garde¬ 
ners  and  the  private  cultivator  than  Black-Seeded 
Simpson.  It  is  suitable  for  growing  under  glass  as 
well  as  for  early  outdoor  planting.  Forms  a  compact 
mass  of  thin  leaves  which  are  tender  and  of  excellent 
quality.  By  far  the  most  popular  Lettuce  with  the 
market  gardeners  of  Chicago  and  elsewhere. 
Pkt.  Sc,  oz.  15c,  34  lb.  30o 

PRIZE  HEAD.  For  general  use  no  Lettuce  has 
ever  given  such  universal  satisfaction.  It  forms  a 
large  head  of  loose  leaves,  bright  green  in  color, 
tinged  at  the  edges  with  red;  very  crisp  and  tender, 
and  of  excellent  flavor,  and  has  the  faculty  of  keeping 
its  good  qualities  throughout  the  entire  season. 

Pkt.  5c,  oz.  15c,  34  lb.  30c 
COS  LETTUCE,  Trianon.  These  Lettuce  make 
long,  narrow,  upright  heads;  sweet  and  tender. 

PhL  So,  oz.  15c,  34  lb.  3O0 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS 


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A  Specially  Prepared  London  Flag  Leek 

Plant  Food 


LEEKS — SaucfK 

LONDON  FLAG.  Hardy:  of  good  quality;  the  whole 
plant  is  edible.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  20c. 

MONSTROUS  CARENTAN.  Grows  rapidly  and  is 
very  hardy.  The  edible  stem  is  6  to  8  inches  long  and  3  inches 
in  diameter.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  20c. 

WATER  MELON — S&affetmelouctu 

COLE’S  EARLY  is  the  finest  watermelon  for  the  fam- 
ily  garden,  especially  in  our  Northern  States.  Fruits 
grow  to  a  medium  size,  with  a  large  heart  and  bright-red  flesh 
of  delicate  texture.  It  has  a  very  thin  rind  which  make®  it, 
deficient  in  shipping  qualities.  Extreme  earliness  is  its  great 
merit.  It  will  ripen  in  Northern  States  where  other  melons 
would  be  a  failure.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  10c,  X  lb.  20c. 


ONION  SEED — Stoiebcltn 

YELLOW  GLOBE  DANVERS.  Globe  shaped  of  me¬ 
dium  size1  the  skin  is  a  beautiful  silvery  yellow  color.  Com¬ 
paratively  mild  and  well  flavored.  The  standard  yellow 
onion  for  Market.  Pkt.  5c,  oz  25c,  V\  lb.  65c. 

WHITE  GLOBE.  One  of  the  most  beautiful  globular, 
mild  flavored  onions.  A  favorite  for  market;  salable  every, 
where.  Is  Of  very  large  size,  and  Of  fine  Quality.  Pkt. 
5c;  oz.  30o,  lb.  Sl.OO. 

LARGE  RED  GLOBE.  Of  medium  size;  spherical  with 
small  neck.  One  of  the  most  handsome  onions  in  cultivation 
It  is  a  splendid  keeper  and  an  onion  that  no  one  will  err  in 
planting.  Pkt.  5c;  oz-  25c,  lb.  65c. 


VIGORO  is  a  complete  plant  food  specially  and 
scientifically  prepared  to  furnish  the 
right  kind  and  amount  of  nourishment  to  promote 
maximum  growth,  beauty  and  production.  It  is 
odorless,  free  from  weed  seed  and  pleasant  to  use,  a 
complete  plant  food  for  lawn,  shrubbery,  flower  and 
vegetable  garden.  Complete  directions  with  every 
package.  12  oz.  pkg.  10c,  5  lbs.  50c,  25  lbs.  $1.75, 
50  lbs.  $3.00,  100  lbs.  $5.00. 

LOMA.  a  scientifically  prepared  plant  food  for 
lawns,  flowers,  vegetables,  shrubbery 
and  potted  plants.  Rich  in  nitrogen,  potash  and 
phosphates,  odorless  and  convenient  to  apply.  1  lb. 

pkg.  25c,  5  lbs.  50c,  10  lbs.  85c,  25  lbs.  $1.75,  50 
lbs.  $3.25,  100  lbs.  $6,00. 

MUSTARD — Scitfc* 

The  young  leaves  are  used  in  early  spring  with  cress,  let¬ 
tuce,  etc.  Sow  thickly  in  shallow  drills  a  foot  apart,  and  cut 
when  a  few  inches  high.  May  also  be  boiled  and  eaten  line 
spinach. 

WHITE.  Excellent  for  salads  or  garnishing.  Pkt.  5c. 


Rocky  Ford  Musk  Melon 

MUSK  MELON— 

ROCKY  FORD.  Nearly  every  leading  hotel  and  rest¬ 
aurant  in  America  uses  large  quantities  of  this  famous  melon 
which  is  just  the  right  size  to  serve  in  halves.  The  ripe  mel¬ 
ons  are  beautifully  netted  and  ribbed.  Solid  green  flesh, 
sweet  and  melting.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  10c,  X  lb.  30c. 

PAUL  ROSE.  A  cross  of  the  Osage  and  Netted  Gem; 
about  ten  days  earlier  than  the  former.  Fruit  oval,  with 
very  small  seed  cavity.  Red  fleshed.  A  good  shipper,  espe 
cially  in  baskets.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  10c,  X  lb.  30c. 

OSAGE  or  MILLER’S  CREAM.  The  fruit  is  me¬ 
dium-sized,  oval,  somewhat  resembling  a  cocoanut.  Skin, 
dark  green,  slightly  netted  and  of  a  rich  orange  color  where 
the  melon  lies  on  the  ground.  The  flesh  is  thick,  salmon- 
colored,  and  in  quality  is  hard  to  beat.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  10c 
X  lb.  35c. 

OKRA — 

Sow  after  weather  becomes  warm,  in  rows  three  feet  apart, 
two  feet  apart  in  the  rows.  Will  succeed  in  any  good  garden 
soil.  The  young  green  pods  make  a  healthful  and  nutritious 
soup,  and  when  pickled  are  a  fine  salad. 

IMPROVED  DWARF.  A  distinct  early  variety.  Pods 
comparatively  short.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  10c. 


Uiobe  Onion 


ONION  SETS— 3U>ic(»Cl=®el{!itt0C. 

Bottom  Onion  Sets  produce  Onion  bulbs  much  earlier  than 
can  be  done  by  sowing  the  seed  and  allows  the  planter  the 
early  high  market  prices  and  permits  the  sowing  of  another 
crop  on  the  land  the  same  year.  For  green  or  bunch  Onion 
sets  produce  a  crop  in  half  the  time  it  takes  to  raise  these 
from  seed. 

ONION  SET  PRICES 

are  subject  to  market  changes  which  vary  from  day  to  day. 
Latest  values  on  request. 


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VE  G  ETA  BLE  SEEDS 


PARSLEY— ^eterfilie. 

CHAMPION  MOSS  CURLED. 

This  is  a  fine  prize  winning  English 
variety,  entirely  distinct.  It  is  a  very 
quick,  robust  sort,  making  remarkably 
handsome,  compact  plants,  which  have 
leaves  so  crumpled  and  curled  as  to  give 
them  the  appearance  of  tufts  of  finely 
curled  moss.  The  color  is  rich  green, 
making  it  the  very  best  parsley  for  gar¬ 
nishing.  Its  flavor  is  exceedingly  plea¬ 
sant  and  aromatic,  so  that  for  flavoring 
Champion  Moss  Curled  Parsley  sauces,  dressings,  etc.,  it  is  unsurpassed. 

\  ery  slow  to  run  to  seed  and  quite  hardy.  May  be  grown  in  pots  or  window  boxes.  Pkt.  5c, 
oz.  10c,  14  lb.  30c. 

IIAMBL  RG  ROOTED  or  GERMAN  PARSLEY.  The  root  resembles  a  small 
parsnip  and  is  the  edible  part  of  this  sort;  extensively  used  for  flavoring  soups. 

Pkt.  5c,  oz.  lOc,  M  lb.  30c. 


Hamburg  Rooted  Parsley 


CHINESE  GIANT  PEPPER 

PEPPER  PLANTS.  These  we  can  supply  in 
season.  Should  be  set  out  after  all  danger  of  frost  is 
over. 


PEPPER— ^feffer. 

CHINESE  GIANT.  The  best,  mildest  and  largest  rea 
pepper.  Fruit  of  bright  scarlet  color  when  ripe.  Excellent  for 
eating  and  for  stuffing.  Pkt.  1  Cc. 

NOCERA.  Sweetest  and  mildest  of  all  peppers.  Can  be  picked 
from  plant  and  eaten  as  one  would  eat  an  apple.  It  is  an  early  fruit¬ 
ing  variety  and  an  abundant  yielder.  The  plants  make  a  very  hand¬ 
some  appearance  in  any  garden  with  their  showy  scarlet  fruit,  which 
attains  to  a  large  size.  Be  sure  to  plant  this  pepper  Pkt.  1  Oc. 

PIMIENTO.  The  sweetest  Pepper  grown,  does  not  con¬ 
tain  the  slightest  trace  of  fieriness.  The  plants  are  ex¬ 
tremely  productive,  and  Peppers  are  medium  in  size  and 
of  a  shape  which  is  desirable  for  filling.  It  may  also  be 
used  in  preparing  salads  and  for  flavoring.  The  flesh  is 
quite  thick  and  the  Pepper  may  be  scalded  for  peeling 
the  skin  off.  When  fully  ripe  the  Peppers  are  of  brilliant 
red  color  and  very  attractive.  Pkt.,  10c. 

LARGE  BELL,  or  BULL  NOSE.  An  old,  standard 
variety,  of  vigorous  growth  and  productive.  Fruit  of 
good  size,  dark  green  turning  to  scarlet  at  maturity; 
mild,  pleasant  flavor.  Pkt.  5c. 

LONG  RED  CAYENNE.  Slender  fruit;  green  turning 
to  scarlet.  Very  pungent  and  hot.  Pkt.  5c. 

PUMPKIN — Mrfitfk 

SUGAR  PIE  PUMPKIN.  One  of  the  very  best  of  all 
Pumpkins  for  pies.  The  fruit  is  small  to  medium  in  size; 
flesh  solid  and  fine  grained;  sweet  and  sugary.  The  seed 
cavity  is  small.  A  splendid  keeper.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  10c,  2  oz. 
15c,  %  lb.  25c. 


GARDEN  PEAS — (Srbfen. 

THREE  BEST  PEAS  FOR  TABLE  USE. 

AMERICAN  WONDER.  Vigorous,  productive  vines  with  a  luxuriant  foliage, 
and  producing  the  leaves  on  one  side  of  the  stalk,  and  growing  from  9  to  12  inches  high. 
On  account  of  its  dwarf  habit  of  growth  it  is  very  desirable  for  private  garden  use. 
Pods  are  light  colored,  straight,  round,  about  2V£  inches  long,  and  blunt  at  the  end.  Fit 
for  picking  55  days  from  planting.  Seed  is  wrinkled,  green,  medium  in  size  and  square 
at  the  ends.  Per  lb.  30c. 

NOTT’S  EXCELSIOR.  One  of  the  most  valuable  of  Peas.  Surpassing  in  ear¬ 
liness,  yield  and  quality.  This  is  usually  ready  for  the  table  in  40  to  45  days  from 
planting.  It  grows  about  14  inches  high.  Of  vigorous  constitution  and  wonderfully 
productive.  Lb,  30c. 

DWARF  TELEPHONE.  Vines,  18  to  20  inches  high,  with  rather  coarse  foliage, 
medium  light  green,  bearing  pods,  broad,  straight,  and  about  4  inches  long.  Pale  green 
in  color  and  well-filled  with  peas  of  excellent  flavor.  Ready  for  picking  from  62  to  65 
days  from  planting.  Seed,  pale  green:  large,  much  wrinkled.  Per  lb.  30c. 

PARSNIP — ^oftinofen. 

I3IPROVED  GUERNSEY.  This  is  a  good,  half-long  variety,  having 
smooth  rootss.  It  is  of  good  quality  and  recommended  for  the  family 
garden.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  15c,  *4  lb.  50c. 

PEANUTS. 

These  can  be  easily  grown  and  a  supply  on  hand  will  afford  much  satisfaction  to  the 
younger  members  of  the  family. 

SELECTED  VIRGINIA.  A  fine,  productive  strain,  selected  especially  for  seed 

purposes.  Lb.  30o. 


Nott  s  Excelsior  Peas. 


VEGETABLE  SEEDS 


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SEED  POTATOES 

Choice  Stock  Grown  Expressly  for  Seed  Purposes* 
RED  RIVER  EARLY  OIIIO.  Probably  the  most  popular 
early  potato  iu  the  country.  Tubers  smooth,  oblong  in  shape; 
resisting  scab  and  dry  weather  well  and  bearing  the  even-sized, 
abundant  tubers  compactly  in  the  hill.  A  popular  favorite. 


Frenchbreakfast  Radish 


RADISH— SffabieSdjen. 

Pkf .  5c»  oz.  15c,  lb.  40c 
lb.  $1.25. 

FRENCH  BREAKFAST. 

Fine  for  open  ground  or  forcing. 
Valued  for  its  excellent  quality  and 
fine  color,  which  is  a  beautiful  scar¬ 
let  on  the  body  and  white  at  the 
extremity.  Flesh,  white,  tender  and 
mild. 


White  Tipped  Radish. 

RHUBARB  ROOTS — 9it)abarber. 

LINNAEUS.  The  earliest  variety  grown.  Desirable 
for  market  or  family  garden.  Extra  large  clumps. 

Each  25c. 

SOR  REL— ©auerambfer. 

Of  the  easiest  growth.  Sorrel  is  cultivated  for  its 
leaves,  which  possess  a  very  fine  flavor;  boiled  and  served 
like  Spinach.  It  also  makes  a  delicious  soup.  Pkt.  5c, 

oz.  20c. 


SCARLET  TURNIP  WHITE  TIPPED.  With  Chicago 
gardeners  this  is  by  far  the  most  popular  early  Radish  or  for 
planting  in  succession.  Tops  and  roots  are  small,  skin  bright 
scarlet,  shaded  to  white  at  the  tip;  flesh,  white,  mild  and  crisp. 
We  have  an  excellent  strain  of  seed. 

EARLY  SCARLET  GLOBE.  A  desirable  sort  for  hotbed 
forcing  and  outdoors;  very  early;  flavor,  mild,  crisp,  juicy  and 
tender;  top  small;  will  stand  heat  without  becoming  pithy.  One 
of  the  best  selling  and  most  attractive  radishes,  on  account  of  its 
bright  scarlet  color  and  handsome  shape.  Is  ready  in  twenty- 
eight  days. 

WHITE  STRASBURG,  One  of  the  best  of  the  later  sorts, 
of  handsome  oblong  shape,  tapering  to  a  point.  Both  skin  and 
flesh  are  pure  white. 

WHITE  ICICLE.  A  long  Radish,  transparent  white, 
small  top,  allowing  close  planting,  and  are  very  crisp 
and  brittle.  The  Radishes  remain  in  good  condition 
for  a  long  time  while  growing. 


SPINACH-epinat. 

TniCK  LEAVED  ROUND.  One  of  the  best 
market  sorts  for  spring  or  autumn  sowing,  Oz,  lOc,  H  lb. 
15*  .  lb.  50c. 

VICTORIA.  This  variety  is  an  acquisition  to  the 
list  of  Spinach:  it  matures  later  but  is  of  remarkably  fine 
texture,  of  the  deepest  green,  heavily  crimped  thick,  fleshy 
leaves,  deep  red  stem.  It  is  now  grown  extensively  by  the 
truckers  of  our  markets.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  10c,  H  lb.  15c. 

SQUASH 

GIANT  SUMMER  CROOKNECK.  Twice  as 
large  as  the  ordinary  Summer  Crookneck,  much  more 
warty  and  several  days  earlier.  Fruit,  golden  yellow. 

Pkt.  5c,  oz.  lOc. 

GOLDEN  CUSTARD.  It  grows  in  bush  form. 
Color,  rich  golden  yellow.  A  valuable  variety  of  superior 
quality.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  lOc. 

BOSTON  MARROW.  Early  fall  sort;  rich  orange 
color,  excellent  flavor.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  lOc. 

HUBBARD.  The  favorite  winter  squash  Color,  dark 
green;  shell,  extremely  hard;  excellent  keeper  Pkt.  5c, 
oz*  10c. 


LONG  BLACK  SPANISH.  Black  skin. 

excellent  flavor.  One  of  the  hardiest  and  finest. 


Flesh  white 


Victoria  Spinach. 


TOMATO— SiebeSapfel. 

IMPROVED  BEAUTY.  A  favorite  both  for  the  home  mar¬ 
ket  or  shipping  purposes.  Medium  early.  Fruit  round,  smooth, 
crimson,  with  purplish  tinge.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.3f>c. 

JUNE  PINK.  The  earliest  of  the  pink  tomatoes  and 
one  of  the  very  best  for  the  family  garden.  The  skin 
is  thin,  very  smooth;  flesh  solid,  of  excellent  quality  and 
flavor.  Pkt.  5c.  oz.  30c. 

DWARF  CHAMPION.  Dwarf  and  compact  in  growth,  the 
plants  grow  stiff  and  upright,  with  foliage  unlike  most  others.  Fruit 
in  form  and  color  like  Acme.  Recommended  for  the  home  garden 

Pkt.  5c,  oz.  35c. 

YELLOW  PLUM.  A  small  yellow  variety,  of  handsome  ap¬ 
pearance  and  fair  quality.  Pkt.  5c, 

TURNIP— SBeifse  SRiiben. 

PURPLE  TOP  WHITE  GLOBE.  A  fine  table  turnip.  It  is 
an  ear-ly  and  heavy  cropper  as  well  as  a  good  keeper.  The  bulb  is  a 
very  handsome  globe,  and  is  especially  in  demand  among  market 
gardeners.  Pkt.  5c,  oz.  10«,  H,  lb.  30c. 


Beauty  Tomato 


SKIRVING’S  PURPLE  TOP. 
Pkt.  5c,  oz,  13c,  lA  lb.  35c. 


Flesh  yellow.  Good  keeper 


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SELECTED  FLOWER  SEEDS. 


AGERATUM. 

Plants  that  grow 
well  anywhere.  The 
tall-growing  varieties 
are  effective  whe.i 
mingled  withAlyssum, 
Candytuft  and  similar 
plants.  The  dwarf 
sorts  make  excellent 
borders.  They  bear 
clusters  of  feathery 
flowery  all  season 
Dwarf  blue.  Pkt  lOc. 


Ageratum. 

AMARANTHUS  Caudal  us. 
LOVE-LIES-BLEEDING.  Of  rapid  growth,  easy 
culture,  and  ornamental  when  grown  among  other 
plants.  Tricolor  (Joseph’s  Coat).  Pkt.  10c. 


ANTIRRHINUM  (Snapdragon?. 

A  border  plant  having  dark,  glossy  leaves,  and 
curiously  shaped,  showy  colored  flowers  with 
spotted  throats.  Our  list  embraces  the  best  of  the 
giant-flowered,  improved  strains.  Though  perennial, 
they  blossom  the  first  year,  if  seed  is  sown  early. 
Slightly  covered  with  leaves,  they  withstand  our 
winters.  Dwarf  Mixed,  lOc. 

ASTERS. 

It  is  unnecessary  to  dwell  on  the  great  beauty  of 
these  popular  favorites,  as  they  are  appreciated  by 
every  one.  Asters  are  annuals,  and  they  are  suf¬ 
ficiently  hardy  to  endure  a  little  frost  without  in¬ 
jury. 


Queen  of  the  Market — Aster. 

Below  we  give  a  few  general  cultural  directions: 

more  complete  details  are  printed  upon  most  of 
our  packets. 

SEED  SOWING  AND  PLANT  RAISING. 

A  general  rule  for  the  seed  bed  is  to  have  the  soil 
rich,  level  and  worked  very  finely.  Sow  the  seed 
evenly  in  the  rows,  cover  with  the  finest  of  soil, 
about  three  times  the  diameter  of  the  seed,  and 
press  the  soil  firmly  over  the  seed.  The  soil  should 
never  become  dry  after  the  seeds  have  swelled  for  if 
it  does,  they  will  be  almost  certain  to  fail.  For 
this  reason  it  is  best  to  sow  small  seeds  in  shallow 
boxes,  2  to  3  inches  in  depth  and  of  any  convenient 
size,  that  the  surface  of  the  soil  may  be  kept  prop¬ 
erly  moistened. 


TRANSPLANTING. 

After  the  seeds  are  up,  care  must  be  taken  to  give 
them  plenty  of  air  and  moisture,  and  yet  not  too 
much  water,  or  they  will  “damp  off”  (rot  at  the  top 
of  the  ground).  As  soon  as  the  second  leaves  are 
well  out,  they  should  be  transplanted  into  pots  or 
new  boxes.  When  finally  transplanted  to  the  bed  or 
border,  they  should  be  watered  frequently  until 
well  established. 


Antirrhinum — Snapdragon. 

ASTER.  American  Beauty.  A  most  distinct  and 

valuable  variety.  Is  is  similar  in  type  of  flower 
and  growth  to  the  well-known  Late  Branching 
Asters,  but  differs  in  that  all  the  large  blossoms 
are  produced  on  much  longer  and  heavier  stems. 
The  flowers  are  fully  double  to  the  last,  and  are  a 
most  lovely  shade  of  bright  carmine-rose,  almost 
identical  with  the  Famous  American  Beauty  Rose 
White,  Pink,  Crimson,  Lavender,  Purple  and  Mixed.  Pkt.  15c. 


GIANT  COMET  ASTER.  This  fine  Aster  has  won 
numerous  commendations  from  the  leading  horti¬ 
cultural  societies,  and  is  one  of  the  best  introduc¬ 
tions  of  recent  years.  It  is  of  pyramidal  habit,  2  to 
2%  feet  high.  Flowers  beautifully  curled  and 
twisted,  4  to  6  inches  across;  pure  white  with  a 
quilled  yellow  center.  White,  Pink,  Purple,  Crim¬ 
son,  Lavender,  and  Mixed  Colors.  Per  Pkt.  10c. 

QUEEN  OF  THE  MARKET.  Blooms  three  weeks 
earlier  than  the  other  Asters,  and  therefore  a  favor¬ 
ite  with  florists.  Beautiful  flowers  of  large  size  and 
fine  appearance,  borne  on  stiff  stems.  White,  Pink, 
Crimson,  Purple,  and  Mixed.  Pkt.  lOc. 

CALIFORNIA  GIANT  ASTER.  This  new  flowering1 
strain  of  giant  asters  is  the  result  of  years  of  painstaking  selec¬ 
tion  by  one  of  California’s  leading  hybridizers.  Plants  are  of 
vigorous  growth,  attaining  a  height  of  three  feet,  with  long, 
strong  stems  18  to  24  inches  in  length;  bearing  large  beauti¬ 
fully  formed  curled  and  interlaced  flowers  5  inches  and  over 
across.  Most  desirable  colors.  Pkg.  15c. 

VICK’S  BRANCHING.  They  bloom  in  August  and 
September.  The  flowers  are  of  extraordinary  size — 
much  larger  than  other  varieties — and  stand  erect 
on  long,  graceful  stems,  well  above  the  foliage; 
flower  stems  15  to  20  inches  long.  Vick’s  White, 
Vick’s  Mixed.  Pkt.  10c. 

CRIMSON  GIANT.  A  splendid  upright-growing 
sort,  producing  very  large,  well-formed  dark,  crim¬ 
son  flowers.  Its  brilliancy  of  color  and  erect  habit 
make  it  desirable  for  garden  culture.  Pkt.  15c. 

CREGO.  The  form  of  the  flower  is  similar  to  that 
of  the  Comet  class,  but  much  larger.  They  are  fluf¬ 
fy  and  graceful.  In  bloom  from  mid-August  until 
fall.  This  Aster  is  a  universal  favorite  both  with 
florists  and  private  gardeners.  Mixed.  Per  Pkt.  10c. 

HEART  OF  FRANCE.  The  best  red  Aster  ever  intro¬ 
duced.  The  petals  are  of  velvaty  texture  and  a  warm  glowing 
color  which  is  retained  to  the  end.  Per  Pkt.  15c. 

MIXTURE  OF  ASTERS.  Made  of  the  best  varieties 
suitable  for  cut  flower  purposes,  principally  of  white,  pink  and 
the  brightest  red,  together  with  a  small  proportion  of  blue  and 
purple.  Best  named  varieties.  Mixed,  Pkt.  10c. 


FLOWER  SEEDS 


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Alyssum— Little  Gem. 

SWEET  ALYSSUM. 

Used  chiefly  for  edging  beds,  and  in  window  boxes.  Its  fragrant  white 
flowers  are  prized  for  bouquets.  The  blossoms  are  produced  all  summer. 
Six  inches.  Pkt.  lOc. 

ALYSSUM  SWEET,  LITTLE  GEM.  Of  dense  growth  and 
very  dwarf— four  inches.  Pure  white  flowers,  fine  for  edgings.  Pkt.  lOc. 

AQUILEGIA  (Columbine). 

Well-known  and  favorite  plants  for  the  garden  border;  especially 
suitable  for  shady  places.  Are  easily  grown  from  seed,  and  soon  form 
large  clumps.  Flowers  are  beautiful,  and  produce  profusely  in  May  and 
June  1  to  2  ft.  H.  P.  Double,  mixed  colors.  Pkt.lOc. 


BALLOON  VINE. 

A  rapid  growing  annual  climber,  with  white  flowers  and  inflated 
seed  pods  which  look  like  small  balloons.  Pkt.  lOc. 

BEAN,  SCARLET  RUNNER. 

One  of  the  good  old  standbys  for  covering  screens  and  trellises. 
An  exceedingly  rapid  grower.  Pkt.  lOc. 

CALENDULA  (Pot  Marigold). 

Hardy  annuals  that  thrive  anywhere,  especially  in  city  gardens. 
The  graceful  star-shaped  flowers  exhibit  every  shade  of  yellow  from, 
ivory  to  deep  or¬ 
ange.  Well  adap-  ^ 

ted  for  cutting, 
being  borne  upon 
long  stems.  18  in. 

Mixed.  All  the 
double  sorts. 

Pkt.  10c. 


Double  Balsam. 

BALSAM  OR  LADY  SLIPPERS.  The  Balsam  is  a  native  of  India. 
It  loves  rich  soil,  hot  sun,  and  plenty  of  water.  Sow  the  seed  in 
window  boxes  or  hotbeds  early  or  in  the  open  air  in  May  and  trans¬ 
plant  when  two  or  three  inches  in  height. 

The  delicate  flowers  of  waxy  texture  are  borne  along  the  stems 
among  the  leaves  as  shown  in  the  illustration.  Double  mixed  colors. 
Pkt.  lOc. 

CARDINAL  CLIMBER 

The  most  brilliant  and  distinct 
annual  climber  introduced  for  many 
years.  Rapid  grower  with  branch¬ 
ing  habit;  flowers  all  summer,  car¬ 
dinal-red  clusters,  15  feet.  Pkt.  10c. 


Margaret  Carnation 

CARNATION  PINKS. 

MARGARET  CARNATIONS.  Begin  flowering  in  a  few  weeks  from  time 
of  sowing.  They  produce  on  long  stems  an  abundance  of  large  beautifully  fringed 
fragrant  flowers,  white,  crimson,  striped,  etc.  Margaret,  mixed  colors.  Pkt.  1  Or 

BARNARD’S  CARNATION  MIXTURE.  Contains  seeds  of  all  Carna¬ 
tions  which  bloom  the  first  season  after  sowing.  A  packet,  sufficient  for  a  large 
bed.  Immense  double  flowers.  Pkt.  10c. 

CANTERBURY  BELLS. 

CUP  AND  SAUCER.  The  flowers  differ  from  the  ordinary  type  in  having  an 
extra  large  calyx  of  the  same  color  of  the  flower,  giving  the  appear0  nee  of  a  cup  and 
saucer.  In  bloom  for  weeks  during  early  summer-  Mixed.  10c. 

CALLIOPSIS  (Also  called  Coreopsis), 

Showy,  beautiful,  free-blooming  plants,  producing  large  bright  flowers  of  rioh 
and  charming  colors  throughout  the  entire  summer.  Mainly  hardy  annuals.  1  to  2 
feet.  Best  Mixed.  Pkt.  lOc. 


Calliopsis. 


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FLOWER  SEEDS 


CANDYTUFT. 


A  dwarf  annual  of  the  easiest  culture;  free-blooming-,  showy  and  useful 
for  beds,  borders  and  edgings.  Sow  seeds  where  plants  are  to  bloom,  in 
rows  6  or  8  in.  apart,  thinning  out  to  afford  plenty  of  room,  as  they  branch 
quite  freely.  Height,  1  foot.  Mixed.  Pkt.  lOc. 

Giant  Hyacinth  Flowered  Candytuft.  Bears  bold,  snow-white 

flowers,  especially  if  the  seedings  are  transplanted  and  allowed  to  spread. 
Plants  branch  freely,  making  them  desirable  for  filling  borders.  Splendid 
cut  flowers.  Pkt.  lOc. 

Plumed  Cockscomb. 

Ostrich  Feather.  Grows  in  pyramid  form.  Its  flower  sprays  resemble 
plumes.  They  are  orange  and  scarlet  in  color.  Mixed.  Pkt.  lOc. 

Dwarf  mixed.  Extra  large  combs.  Pkt*  10c* 


COSMOS. 

Plants  4  to  6  feet  high,  with  delicate,  feathery  foliage.  The  prettj 
flowers  produced  from  September  until  fall,  are  of  shades  of  rose,  red  aDd 
also  pure  white.  Excellent  for  cutting.  Seed  sown  outside  in  May  will 
flower  by  September.  Early  Flowering.  Mixed.  Pkt.  10c. 

CYPRESS  VINE. 

A  handsome  climber  that  will  run  15  feet  or  more  during  the  season. 
Should  be  planted  by  the  side  of  a  trellis,  tree  or  stakes.  Its  beautiful 
dark-green  foliage  and  star-shaped  flowers  in  clusters  are  a  mass  of  beauty 
all  summer  long.  Pkt.  lOc, 

Candytuft 

ANNUAL  CHRYSANTHEMUMS 

Summer  blooming  border  plants  of  compact,  thrifty  growth.  1  to  VA  ft. 
tiigh,  producing  large  blooms  2  inches  across,  from  July  until  frost.  Exten¬ 
sively  grown  for  cut  flowers.  They  are  partial  to  a  little  shade.  Sow  seed  in 
the  open  where  plants  are  to  stand. 

Double,  Mixed.  This  mixture  contains  all  the  most  desirable  colors, 
from  white  to  deep  orange.  Pkt.  10c, 


HYBRID  COLEUS 

Foliage  plants  of  much  beauty.  Easily  grown  from  seed.  They  are  popular 
for  bedding  and  pot  culture.  Seeds  sown  early  in  the  spring  will  produce  fine 
plants  for  outdoor  planting.  Mixed.  Pkt.  10c. 


SILVER-LEAVED  CENTAUREAS  or 
“DUSTY  MILLERS’' 

These  are  planted  for  bedding  or  borders,  not  for  flowers 

Pkt.  lOc. 


COBAEA  SCANDENS. 

Magnificent,  rapid-growing  annual  climber  with  large  bell¬ 
shaped  purple  flowers,  adapted  for  outdoor  growth  in  summer, 
also  for  the  house  and  greenhouse.  A  thrifty  plant  will  ofter 
grow  20  to  30  feet  in  one  season.  The  flat  seeds  should  be  plan¬ 
ted  edge  down  to  insure  germination.  Give  very  little  watei 

at  first.  Cobaea  Scandens.  Purple.  Pkt.  lOc. 


Double  Daisies  DIANTHUS  or  PINKS. 


A  magnificent  genus,  embracing  some  of  the  most  popular  flowers  in  cultivation,  producing  a  greal 
variety  of  brilliant  colors  and  profusion  of  bloom.  The  hardy  biennials,  or  Chinese  and  Japanese  varie¬ 
ties,  bloom  the  first  season,  the  same  as  hardy  annuals;  height,  1  foot.  The  hardy  perennial  varieties  are 

very  fragrant  and  of  easy  culture  for  the  garden  or  greenhouse. 

Double  Annual  Pinks.  All  these  varieties  bloom  profusely 
and  make  splendid  cut  flowers  for  bouquets,  having  stout,  strong 
Stems.  Double,  Mixed.  Pkt.  10c. 


DOUBLE  DAISY  (Beilis  Perennis) 

Hardy  biennial;  usually  sown  in  July 
or  August  and  transplanted  in  fall.  Early 
sown  seed  will  bring  flowers  in  autumn. 

Double,  Mixed.  Pkt.  lOc. 


Japan  Pink 


ESCHSCHOLTZIA. 

(California  Poppy) 

A  useful  annual,  especially  valuable 
for  growing  in  flower  beds  and  masses. 
Sow  where  plants  arc  to  bloom.  Bright, 
showy  flowers  and  feathery  foliage.  Val¬ 
uable  for  cut  flowers.  The  yellow  varieties 
make  a  fine  combination  when  placed  with 
blue  flowers — Larkspur,  Corn  Flowers  — 
in  a  bouquet.  Mixed.  Pkt.  lOc. 


New  Escbscholtzia. 


FLOWER  SEEDS 


11 


FOR¬ 


GET- 


ME- 


NOT. 


(Mysoti*) 


All  the  varieties  are  favorites. 
They  like  cool,  moist  soils.  Use¬ 
ful  for  edgings  and  borders. 

Victoria.  Sky-blue;  dwarf; 
globular.  Pkt.  10c. 


EVERLASTING  FLOWERS. 

Everlastings,  so  called,  take  their  name 
from  the  fact  that  their  flowers,  cut  when  in 
full  bloom  and  dried  in  the  shade,  retain  their 
form  for  years  thereafter.  Except  Gomph- 
rena,  which  is  tender,  requiring  heat  to 
start  into  growth,  all  may  be  sown  out  of 
doors  in  any  good  garden  soil. 

Gomphrena,  red,  clover-like  heads 

Helichrysum,  mixed,  these  flowers  can  be 
dyed  to  any  desired  color.  Splendid  for 
bouquets.  Pkt.  lOc, 


GAILLARDIA  (Blanket  Flower) 

These  bear  both  single  and  double  flowers  in  scar¬ 
let,  yellow,  blended  and  shaded,  all  summer  long. 
Excellent  cutting.  Double,  Mixed.  A.  Pkt.  10c. 

HELIOTROPE. 

Deliciously  fragrant  plants,  which,  if  sown  early  in  heat,  bloom  the  first 
season.  They  are  favorite  plants  for  pot  culture  in  winter,  or  bedded  out  in 

summer.  Purple,  lilac  and  white 

ICE  PLANT. 

A  singular  looking,  tender  annual,  with 
thick  fleshy  leaves  that  have  the  appear¬ 
ance  of  being  covered  with  crystals  of  ice. 

Pkt.  lOc. 


flowers  are  borne  in  large  trusses. 

Dark  Sorts,  mixed.  Pkt.  10c. 


HYACINTH  BEAN. 

A  fine  climber  with  clusters  of  purple  or 
white  flowers  followed  by  ornamental  seed 
pods.  Tender  annual;  growing  from  10  to  20 
feet  high.  Mixed.  Oz.  15c,  Pkt.  lOc. 


Helichrysum. 


ORNAMENTAL  GOURDS. 

Handsome  climbers  of  rapid  growth.  Very 
useful  for  covering  fences  and  other  unsightly 
places,  producing  fruit  of  peculiar  and  various 
forms  which,  if  allowed  to  ripen  on  the  vines, 
can  be  kept  for  months  as  curiosities.  lOc. 


KOCHIA  TRICOPHILA. 

A  pretty  half-hardy  annual  2  to  3  feet  in 
height,  which  grows  into  a  perfect  pyramidal¬ 
shaped  cypress-like  bush  with  feathery,  light- 
green  foliage,  deepening  as  the  season  advanc  es 
until  it  becomes  a  lovely  crimson  hue  about 
September.  Excellent  for  edging  or  hedging. 

Pkt.  10c. 


Mixed  Gourds. 


Hollyhocks 

HOLLYHOCKS. 

They  require  a  dry,  deep,  rich  soil  to 
successfully  stand  our  winters;  wet  heavy 
soils  are  sure  death  to  them.  6  feet. 

Mammoth  Allegheney.  Double  and 
semi-double  fringed  flowers.  Pkt«  10c. 

Double  Hollyhocks.  Choice  Double 

Mixed.  Pkt.  10c. 


KTTDZIT  VINE  (Jack  and  the  Bean  Stalk) 

An  extremely  fast  growing,  hardy  vine.  Its  large, 
bright-green  leaves  make  dense  shade.  Bears  rosy-purple, 
pea-shaped  flowers  toward  the  end  of  August.  Thrives  any¬ 
where.  Pkt.  10c. 

LINUM. 

Grandiflorum  Riibrum  (Crimson  Flax) 

2  feet.  One  of  the  most  brilliantly  colored  of  summer 
annuals,  flowers  glowing  crimson-rose,  very  beautiful  in 
beds  and  borders,  and  may  be  had  in  bloom  from  May  to 
October  by  successive  sowings.  Pkt.  lOc. 

LTTPINUS  (Lupine) 

Free  flowering,  easily-grown  annuals,  with  long,  grace¬ 
ful  spikes  of  rich  and  various  colored  pea-shaped  flowers; 
valuable  for  mixed  borders,  beds  and  for  cutting;  prefers 
a  little  shade.  Mixed.  Pkt.  10c. 


HELIANTHUS. 

The  Helianthus,  or  Sunflower,  is 
well  known.  Many  improvements 
have  been  made  upon  it,  the  newer 
varities  being  now  considered  in¬ 
dispensable  for  cut  flowers.  In 
bloom  from  June  until  frost.  3  to 
4  feet. 

Multiform?  Forms  a  dwarf  plant. 
Each  branch  carries  double  golden- 
yellow  flowers.  Pkt.  lOc. 


LOBELIA. 

Little,  round,  compact  plants,  4 
to  6  inches  high,  forming  little 
mounds  of  bloom;  splendid  for 
hanging  baskets;  also  for  edgings 
or  flower  beds. 


Bedding  Queen, 

Dwarf;  purple  with  white  eye. 

Pkt.  10c. 


Lobelia — Bedding  Queen 


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FLOWER  SEEDS 


LARKSPUR. 

ANNUAL  VARIETIES. 

These  include  the  Rocket  sorts,  which  should  be  set  5 
to  6  in.  apart,  and  the  branching  kinds  which  require  2  feet 
apart.  They  are  among  the  most  showy,  graceful  and  effec¬ 
tive  plants.  Handsome,  feather-like  foliage  and  long  spikes 
of  lovely  flowers  —  white,  pink,  blue  and  violet.  Fine  for 
cutting.  In  bloom  July  to  October.  Prefer  cool,  moist 

Soil.  Dwarf  Rocket,  mixed.  Pkt.  lOc. 

Moschafus,  (Musk  Plant).  Useful  for  hanging  bask¬ 
ets.  Small  yellow  flowers.  The  foliage  emits  a  strong, 

musky  perfume. 

Pkt.  lOc. 


Mignonette,  Machet 

MIGNONETTE,  MACHET. 

Whether  for  growing  in  pots  or  out  of  doors  this  fine 
Mignonette  stands  preeminent,  either  in  the  way  of  hand¬ 
some  foliage,  nor  in  the  size  of  flowers  can  any  of  the 
other  sorts  approach  it.  In  the  garden  it  blooms  until 
frost.  Florists  grow  it  all  the  year  round. 

The  plants  are  dwarf  in  habit;  the  flowers  are  three 
times  as  large  as  ordinary  Mignonette.  They  have  a 
fragrance  most  de¬ 
lightful. 

Machet.  Pkt.  1€H. 


Marigold  El  Dorado. 


MARIGOLD. 

Marigolds  are  among  the  easy  plants  to  cultivate.  They  make  a  splendid 
show  in  the  garden  from  June  until  frost.  African  varieties  grow  tall.  Their 
dowers  are  large  and  all  of  one  color.  French  varieties  are  of  dwarf  habit  and 
small  flowered;  some  have  handsomely  striped  or  gilt-edge  petals. 

Double  African,  mixed.  Pkt.  10c.  French  Marigold.  Pkt.  lOc. 

MARVEL  OF  PERU,  or  FOUR  O’CLOCKS. 

This  is  another  good  old  fashioned  flower,  bearing  hundreds  of  flowers  during 
the  season,  of  white,  yellow,  crimson  and  violet,  some  varieties  combining  two 
or  more  of  these  colors  in  spots,  flakes  and  splashes  in  such  manner  as  to  give 


the  flowers  a  most  bizarre  effect. 


Nicotiana  Afflnis. 

NICOTIANA. 

Ornamental  Tobacco,  Evening 
Star.  An  annual  that  is  ornamental, 
either  as  a  pot  or  garden  plant.  Pro¬ 
duces  clusters  of  long,  white  tube¬ 
shaped  flowers,  fragrant  towards  even¬ 
ing.  Of  easy  culture. 

Afflnis.  White.  2  feet.  If  taken 
up  in  the  fall,  cut  back  and  potted,  will 
bloom  all  winter.  Pkt-  lOc. 


Four  O'Clocks,  Mixed. 

Pkt.  10c.  oz.  20c, 
H  lb.  40c. 


Four  O’Clocks 

MOON  FLOWER. 

Tall-growing  annual  climbers,  related  to  the  family  of 
Morning  Glories.  As  Moonflower  plants  have  dense  foliage, 
they  are  useful  to  cover  trellis  work,  verandas,  etc.  Plant 
seeds  out-of-doors  when  warm  weather  sets  in.  Pkt.  10c. 

MORNING  GLORIES. 

Rapid-growing  annuals,  useful  for  covering  arbors,  por¬ 
ches  and  trellises.  The  foliage  is  pret¬ 
ty  and  every  morning  the  vines  are 
clothed  with  showy  flowers  in  a  varie¬ 
ty  of  colors.  Sow  where  plants  are  to 
bloom,  as  they  do  not  transplant  well. 

Morning  Glory.  Mixed  Colors. 

Oz.  15c.  Pkt.  10c, 


Japanese  Morning  Glory. 

Imperialis  Japonica.  From  Japan. 
Distinct  strain,  embracing  varied  types 
of  foliage,  combined  with  immense  size 
of  flowers  and  wonderful  variety  of 
colorings.  Pkt.iOc.oz.  20<v 


Convolvulus  Major. 

Morning  Glory. 


FLOWER  SEEDS 


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NASTURTIUMS 

Dwarf  Varieties  1  Ft.  There  are  few  flowers  that  can  compare  with  Nasturtiums 
in  richness  and  variety  of  color,  freedom  of  bloom,  ease  of  culture  and  general  usefulness. 
They  are  suitable  for  bedding  and  edging,  grow  quickly,  thrive  in  the  poorest  soil  and  fur¬ 
nish  the  greatest  abundance  of  long  lasting,  sweet  scented  cut  flowers.  Pkt.,  lOc.  oz., 
15c,  14  lb.  40c. 

Tall  or  Climbing  Varieties.  The  tall  sorts  are  luxuriant  climbers  for  verandas 
trellies,  fences,  etc.  They  are  especially  adapted  to  the  covering  of  unsightly  railings  anc 
to  trail  over  rough  ground,  their  flowers  are  generally  larger  than  those  of  the  dwarfs 
The  seed  pods  can  be  gathered  while  green  and  tender  for  pickling.  Pkt.,  10c.  oz.,  15c. 
M  lb.,  40c. 

PANSY 

By  hybridization  and  se¬ 
lection  skilled  specialists 
have  greatly  improved  the 

Pansy,  so  that  a  new  strain 

Nasturtiums  known  as 

Giant  Flowered  Pansies 

has  been  developed.  This,  too,  is  constantly  being  improved 
upon  by  added  colors  to  the  extremely  large  flowers.  In  size  the 
blooms  are  marvelous,  some  being  four  inches  in  diameter; 
in  beauty  their  magnificence  is  unsurpassed;  in  colorings  they 
are  superb  and  incomparable.  Price  per  Pkt.  15c. 

Florists*  Mixture.  It  contains  seeds  of  all  the  best  Pan¬ 
sies,  including  the  newer  varieties.  A  bed  grown  from  this  seed 
will  give  you  a  grand  display.  It  is  the  best  Mixture  that  money 
can  buy.  Each,  per  Pkt,  lOc. 


PHLOX 


The  colors  range  from 
purest  white  to  deepest  blood- 
purple  or  crimson.  Seed  may 
be  sown  in  the  open  ground 


New  Giant  Pansy 


Phlox  Drummor 


eight  inches  high, 
are  full  of  flowers. 


in  pots,  beds,  or  edgings  of  borders. 

Mixed,  Pkt.  10c, 


any  time  after  danger  from  frost  is  past,  or  in  the  hotbed  earlier,  and  trans¬ 
planted.  The  seedlings  should  be  set  out  about  a  foot  apart;  if  too  thick,  mildew 
attacks  them. 

Phlox  Drommondii.  The  old  fashioned  favorite  variety,  mixture  contains 
all  colors.  Pkt.,  10c. 

Large  Flowering  Phlox.  The  large  flowering  Phloxes  show  decided  im¬ 
provements  in  size,  shape  and  color  over  the  ordinary  Drummondi  class.  The 
flowers  are  round,  the  petals  overlapping.  1  ft.  H.  A.  Mixed  Pkt.  10c. 

Dwarf  Phlox.  The  little 
bushy  plants  rarely  grow  over 
Throughout  the  entire  season  they 
They  are  recommended  for  culture 


“WILD  GARDEN” 
Flower  Seed. 

Each  package  contains 
about  100  varieties  of 
hardy  annual  flower 
seeds  mixed  together, 
and  wherever  planted 
will  insure  something 
new  almost  every  day. 
Is  suitable  for  sowing 
in  flower  beds  on  which 
no  care  will  be  bestow¬ 
ed.  To  those  who  can¬ 
not  bestow  the  neces¬ 
sary  care  required  in  a 
neatly  laid  out  flower 
garden,  the“Wild  Gar¬ 
den”  presents  a  good 
substitute. 

Oz.  20c,  Pkt.  10c, 


Double  Poppies 


POPPIES 

These  old-time-favorite  flowers  have  been  greatly  im 
proved  in  late  years.  During  the  blooming  period  few,  it 
any,  will  give  such  a  wealth  of  color.  Annual  sorts  should 
be  sown  where  to  bloom,  as  they  do  not  bear  transplanting. 


Double  Ponnies.  mixed.  Pkt..  10c. 


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Single  Potmv 


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FLOWER  SEEDS 


PORTULACA  ROSE  MOSS 

This  plant  will  grow  and  bloom  profusely  in  a  dry,  hot 
situation,  where  almost  any  other  plant  would  soon  die.  Easily 
transplanted.  In  sowing  mix  the  seed  with  dry  sand  to  insure 
an  even  distribution.  Sow  in  May  when  the  ground  is  thor¬ 
oughly  warmed  through. 

Single,  mixed,  pkt.,  lOc,  Double,  mixed,  pkt.,  lOc, 


Double  Portulaca 


RICINUS. 

(Castor  Oil  Plant) 

Rapid-growing  plant  with  palmlike  foliage  and  showy  fruits. 
Fine  for  center  plants  in  beds  of  Cannas,  etc.  6  to  15  ft.  H.  H.  A. 

Zanzibarensis.  15  ft.  Leaves  vary  in  color  from  light  green 
to  purplish  red.  Pkt,  10c. 


SCABIOSA  (Mourning  Bride) 

The  Scabiosa  is  an  old  favorite,  and  of  late  years  has  been 
greatly  improved.  The  flowers  are  borne  on  long  wiry  stems,  in 
white,  yellow,  pink,  scarlet,  crimson  and  maroon.  Beautiful  in 
the  garden,  and  excellent  for  bouquets.  12  to  18  inches  high. 

EL  H.  A.  Dwarf  double  mixed,  pkt.,  10c. 


SWEET  PEAS 

Seeds  should  be  sown  as  early  as  possible,  in  drills  6  inches 
deep.  At  the  time  of  planting,  cover  with  1  inch  of  soil  only,  and 
fill  in  the  drill  as  the  young  plants  grow,  taking  care  not  to  cover 
the  top  of  the  plants.  A  deep  rich  soil  and  a  sunny  situation  is 
best  suited  for  their  needs. 


ROYAL  MIXTURE. 

There  are  pure  whites  and  white  striped  with  other  colors, 

fiery  scarlets,  blues,  steel  and  purple, 
pink,  all  shades;  orange,  yellow,  so 
many  we  cannot  specify. 

Pkt.lOc,  oz,  15c. 

Mixture  of  “Spencer**  Sweet  Peas 

Their  grand  flowers  with  their  charmingly  waved  petals 
are  borne  in  clusters  of  three  or  four,  and  sometimes  more,  on 
one  stem  and  make  grand  cut  flowers  for  vases,  etc.  Their 
delicate  coloring  and  fragrance  cannot  be  excelled  and  scarce¬ 
ly  equaled  by  any  other  flower.  Pkt.  lOc,  oz.  25c. 


Sweet  Peas 


Sweet  William 


SWEET  WILLIAM 

(Dianthus  barbatus).  The  plants  produce  a  succession  of  flower  clusters, 
thus  affording  splendid  bloom  for  several  weeks.  The  colors  are  exceedingly 
varied,  ranging  from  white  through  many  shades  of  lilac,  red,  carmine,  crim¬ 
son,  maroon  to  nearly  black,  usually  two  shades  to  each  plant. 

Single,  mixed,  pkt,  lOc.Double,  mixed,  pkt,  lOc. 


Petunia 


PETUNIAS. 

In  some  strains  the  flowers  are  very  large,  measuring 
four  or  five  inches  across;  in  others,  they  are  deeply 
fringed;  still  others  have  star-like  markings  radiating 
from  the  throat  and  extending  nearly  or  quite  to  the 
outer  margin  of  the  blossom;  again  others  have  full  dou* 
ble  flowers. 

Giant  Double  Petunias.  The  full,  double  petunias 
do  not  produce  seeds.  To  procure  double  flowers  one 
must  use  the  seeds  saved  from  single  flowers  which  have 
been  carefully  fertilized  by  hand  with  pollen  from  the 
double  ones. 

Mixture  of  Double  Petunias,  in  all  shades  known,  Pkt.,  25c 

Bedding  Petunias.  Dense,  bushy  little  plants,  only 
about  8  inches  high;  the  flowers,  while  not  large,  remain 
boldly  expanded,  and  in  their  profusion  fairly  hide  the 
plants  for  months;  beautiful  for  garden  beds,  borders  and 
edgings,  and  also  beautiful  subjects  grown  in  pots. 

Per  Pkt.,  1  Oc. 


FLOWER  SEEDS 


It 


Salvia — Zurich 
SALPIGLOSSIS. 


‘Very  showy  bedding  or  border  plants  with  richly 
colored,  funnel-shaped  flowers  which  are  purple, 
scarlet,  crimson,  yellow,  buff,  blue  or  almost  black, 
beautifully  marbled  and  penciled.  Mixed,  Pkt.  lOe. 

SENSITIVE  PLANT. 

Interesting  plant  with  pinkish-white  flowers.  Its 
fern-like  leaves  are  extremely  irritable,  closing 
and  drooping  when  touched.  Pkt.  10e. 

CHINESE  WOOLFLOWER  (Celosia  Cliildsii). 

A  magnificent  garden  annual  that  has  proven  a 
great  success  everywhere.  Plants  grow  two  to 
three  feet  high.  Scores  of  branches  are  thrown 
out,  each  bearing  a  ball  of  colored  wool,  but  not  so 
large  as  the  central  one.  All  these  branches  sup¬ 
port  numerous  laterals  with  small  heads  of  bloom 
mixed  with  fresh  green  foliage.  None  fade  in  any 
way  until  hit  by  frost.  Can  also  be  dried  for  winter 
bouquets.  Pkt.  10c. 

WILD  CUCUMBER. 

For  a  rapid  climber  it  has  no  equal,  it  will  reach 
a  height  of  thirty  feet  in  one  season,  it  is  thickly 
dotted  over  with  pretty  white  fragrant  flowers 
followed  by  quantities  of  ornamental  and  prickly 
see'd  pods.  Pkt.  10c. 


Giant- Flowering  Zinnias 


SALVIA  SPLENDENS  (Scarlet  Sage). 

The  Salvia  Splendens,  or  scarlet  sage,  is  a  stan¬ 
dard  bedding  plant  that  keeps  the  garden  bright 
with  color  until  late  in  autumn.  This  plant  lends 
itself  to  many  uses;  it  makes  a  good  pot  plant, 
does  well  in  window  boxes,  and  is  useful  for  cut¬ 
ting  to  give  color.  Its  best  use,  however,  is  as  a 
hedge  or  border  plant,  where  long  broad  bands  of 
intense  color  are  desirable. 

Fireball.  A  dwarf,  early  flowering  sort,  having 
very  erect  spikes  of  brilliant  scarlet  flowers. 

Pkt.  15c. 

Drooping  Spikes.  The  bright  scarlet  flowers  are 
produced  in  such  quantity  that  the  spikes  droop 
by  reason  of  their  weight.  Blooms  until  late  fall. 

Pkt.  10c. 

Zurich.  Said  to  be  the  best  of  the  Scarlet  Sages. 
It  is  more  compact  than  Fireball,  somewhat  earlier, 
and  blooms  with  equal  freedom.  As  it  grows  only 
a  foot  high,  it  is  suitable  for  pot  culture.  Pkt.  15c. 

STOCKS,  or  LEVKOYEN. 

These  are  among  the  best  and  most  popular  of 
the  garden  favorites.  In  brilliancy  of  color  and 
general  effect  they  are  unsurpassed.  They  are 
equally  fine  for  bedding,  borders,  massing  or  for 
pot  culture.  They  are  very  thirsty  plants  and  must 
be  watered  in  dry  weather.  They  produce  blossoms 
in  all  shades  of  crimson,  rose,  lilac  and  white,  and 
yield  a  delicious  odor.  Large-Flowering,  Pkt.  10c. 


Mammoth  Verbena 


VERBENA. 

Verbenas  are  some  of  our  most  showy  and  satis¬ 
factory  garden  companions,  the  colors  are  rich  and 
varied,  all  the  tints  of  the  rainbow  are  represented 
with  all  possible  variation  of  stripes,  veins  and 
eyes  of  contrasting  shades,  also  solid  colors  of 
red,  pink  and  white.  Mammoth,  mixed.  Pkt.  10c. 

WALLFLOWER  (Goldlack). 

Wallflowers  are  old  time  favorites,  the  peculiar 
sweet  scented  fragrance  of  their  flowers  and  the 
oriental  coloring  in  rich  red  and  yellow,  make  the 
flower  very  effective.  Mixed,  Pkt.  10c. 

GIANT  DOUBLE  ZINNIAS. 

Double  Dahlia-flowered.  The  latest  development 
in  Zinnias,  bearing  flowers  of  mammoth  size  and 
in  form  like  a  perfect  decorative  Dahlia.  As  the 
result  of  painstaking  care  and  selection  the  size, 
form  and  coloring  has  been  much  improved  the 
past  season.  The  mixture  we  offer  contains  a 
wonderful  range  of  beautiful  colors.  Fine  Double 
Mixed.  Pkt.  10c. 

Giant  Flowering  Double  3Iixed,  Pkt.  15c. 

New  Double  Dahlia  Flowered  Zinnias  3Iixed. 
Pkt.  15c. 

Crimson  Monarch.  The  largest  and  best  of  the 
truly  red  shades.  Pkt.  25c. 


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HARDY  PERENNIAL  PLANTS 


Hardy  Perennial  Plants 

If  wanted  by  mail,  add  5c  each,  for  postage. 

The  ever  increasing  demand  for  Hardy  Perennial  Border  Plants  is 
the  very  best  indication  of  the  popularity  they  enjoy  and  which 
they  so  richly  deserve.  Once  planted,  they  become  a  lasting  pleas¬ 
ure.  We  have  carefully  selected  the  following  which  are  con¬ 
sidered  the  best,  all  of  them,  in  addition  to  their  great  beauty,  being 
especially  valuable  for  supplying  cut  flowers  throughout  the  summer 
season. 

ACHILLEA  (The  Pearl).  Pure  white  double  flowers  in  dense 
clusters,  blooming  freely  through  the  summer;  fine  for  cutting  pur¬ 
poses  and  cemetery  use.  Height,  2  feet.  Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

AQUILEGIAS,  OB  COLUMBINES  (Lang-spurred  Hybrids).  This  is 
the  most  admired  type  of  Columbines.  The  plants  are  of  strong, 
thrifty  growth.  The  flowers  of  largest  size  vary  in 


9 & 

Bleeding  Heart 


color  through  charming  tones  of  cream,  pink,  lav¬ 
ender,  blue,  white,  scarlet  and  yellow. 

Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

German  Iris  — Flag  Iris  or  Fleur  de  Lis 

These  Irises  are 
deliciously  frag¬ 
rant,  large  and 
handsome,  more 
or  less  beautifully 
mottled  in  the 
“Standards”  and 
veined  in  the 
“Falls”  while  the 
beards  range  from 
delicate  primrose 
to  orange.  Their 
beauty  rivals  that 
of  the  Orchid.  In 
colors  there  are 
tne  richest  yel- 
lpws,  the  most  in¬ 
tense  purples  and 
delicate  blues,  the 
softest  m  a  u  v  e  s 
and  very  beauti¬ 
ful  claret-reds. 

There  are  also 
whites,  and  prim- 
loses.  and  bronzes 
of  every  imagin¬ 
able  shade. 

Thrive  in  city 
or  country  equal¬ 
ly  as  well.  Be¬ 
cause  of  the  great  range  of  color,  it  has  been  called 
the  “Rainbow  Flower”.  It  is  also  called  the  “Poor 
Man’s  Orchid.”  They  bloom  in  June  and  July.  Any 
good  garden  soil  suits  them.  Height,  18  to  24 
inches.  Avoid  planting  too  deep,  barely  covering 
the  rhizomes  (creeping  root  stems)  being  quite 
sufficient. 

“S”  refers  to  the  three  standard,  or  upright 
curling  petals;  “Fw  to  falls  or  drooping  petals. 

CAPRICE.  “S”  Reddish  purple;  “F”  Deeper  Pur¬ 
ple. 

CELESTE.  Beautiful  sky  blue;  very  fine. 

HER  MAJESTY.  “S”  Soft  pink;  “F”  Deep  rose 
pink. 

ISOLINE.  “S”  Lilac  pink;  “F”  Purplish  old  rose 
with  golden  throat  and  yellow  beard. 

KING  OF  IRIS.  “S”  Lemon  yellow;  “F”  Rich 
crimson  bordered  with  gold. 

KOCHI.  ( Black  Prince).  Rich  royal  purple.  A 
very  striking  dark  flower. 

LORLEY.  “S”  Light  yellow;  “F”  Deep  ultrama¬ 
rine  blue. 

MME.  PACQUETTE.  A  rosy  claret-red.  Very 
fragrant. 

RHEIN  NINE.  “S”  White;  “F”  Rich  violet  pur¬ 
ple. 

SHERWIN  WRIGHT.  A  pure  golden  yellow. 

YIOLACEA  GRANDIFLORA.  A  clear  violet  blue. 

WHITE  KNIGHT.  A  beautiful  snow-white  iris. 

Any  of  the  above  varieties  25c  each. 

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GERMAN  IRIS  MIXED.  —  Each  15c,  2  for  25e. 

IRIS  PUMILA  HYBRIDA.  Dwarf  variety  of 
German  Iris,  growing  about  8  inches  high,  very 
free  blooming,  sweet  scented.  These  bloom  about 
two  weeks  before  the  German  Iris. 

CYANEA.  Rich  royal  purple  with  black  shading. 

E  X  C  E  L  S  A  .  Beautiful  lemon  yellow  shaded 
darker. 

THE  BRIDE.  A  large  showy  pure  white. 

Each  15c,  2  for  25c. 


CHRYSANTHEMUMS  (Hardy).  These  are  uni¬ 
versally  popular  for  outdoor  bedding.  They  pro¬ 
duce  a  lavish  profusion  of  blooms,  giving  color, 
life  and  beauty  to  the  garden  just  at  a  time  when 
other  plants  have  been  destroyed  by  frost  or  look¬ 
ing  their  worst.  They  are  quite  hardy  if  planted  in 
a  well-drained  position,  and,  with  a  slight  cover¬ 
ing  of  leaves  or  litter  during  the  winter,  will  take 
care  of  themselves  after  once  planted.  Double 
red,  white,  yellow,  pink.  Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

ARTEMSIA.  A  most  useful  class  of  plants, 
either  for  the  border  or  for  filling  in  within  the 
shrubbery.  Though  not  remarkable  for  their  flow¬ 
ers,  the  foliage  of  the  sorts  offered  is  very  orna¬ 
mental. 

Abrotanum  (Old  Man,  or  Southern- Wood). 

Dark  green,  finely  cut  foliage,  with  pleasant  aro¬ 
matic  odor;  2  feet.  Each  15c. 

Lactillora.  (Sweet  Mary).  An  old  fashioned 
plant  much  prized  for  its  fragrant  foliage. 

Each  15e. 

BLEEDING  HEART  (Dielytra  Spectabilis.) 

Charming  hardy  plants  with  much-cut  foliage  and 
flowers  of  interesting  structure.  Easily  cultivated 
and  very  highly  prized  for  border  and  cemetery 
planting  because  of  their  bushy  growth.  Flowers 
are  rose-colored,  heart  shaped,  produced  in  early 
spring.  Each  50c. 

Formosa.  (Plumy  Bleeding-  Heart).  A  dwarfed- 
growing  species,  with  finely-cut  ornamental  foliage, 
growing  about  15  inches  high,  and  producing  its 
showy  pink  flowers  from  April  to  August.  Each  25c. 

ECHINACEA.  PURPUREA  —  (Giant  Purple 
Cone-flower).  Flowers  about  four  inches  across,  of 
a  reddish-purple  with  a  large  cone-shaped  center 
of  brown:  three  feet;  blooms  from  July  to  October. 
Each,  25c. 

MONARDA.  (Bergamot,  Red  Flowering  mint). 

Terminal  heads  of  rich  scarlet  flowers,  emitting  a 
very  pleasant  scent.  Each,  25c. 


AQ.UILEGIA  (Columbine). 


CAMPANULA  MEDIA.  (Canterbury  Bells). 

Canterbury  Bells  are  probably  the  oldest  and  most 
popular  of  all  Campanulas.  They  are  easy  of 
culture. 

Persieifolia.  Grows  IV2  feet  high,  and  pro¬ 
duces  a  great  number  of  blue  flowers  in  loose 
clusters  from  June  to  July.  Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

CARPAT1CA  (Carpathian  Hair-Bell).  A  pretty 
species,  growing  in  compact  tufts,  not  exceeding  S 
inches  high;  flowers  clear  blue,  held  erect  on  wiry 
stems.  It  begins  blooming  in  June,  continuing  until 
October.  Eaeli  20c,  3  for  50c. 


German  Iris 


HARDY  PERENNIAL  PLANTS 


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P  H  L.O  X  , 
Hardy.  They 
bloom  with  the 
greatest  free¬ 
dom  from  July 
until  late  in 
autumn.  The 
improved 
varieties  have 
enormous 
trusses, 
all  bright  and 
showy,  the  in¬ 
dividual  flow¬ 
ers  thxee  times 
the  size  of  the 
old  varieties, 
and  the  colors 
ranging  from 
purest  white 
to  dark  purple- 
violet.  With 
Perennial 
Phlox  a  show 
of  brilliant 
flowers  can  be 
had  for  months 
as  they  are 
perpetual 
bloomers.  Sep¬ 
arate  colors: 
white,  crimson, 
pink,  rose,  also 
in  mixed  colors.  20©,  each,  2  for  35c. 

HARDY  PHLOX.  (Named  Sorts) 

Any  of  the  following  Strong  Plants,  each  25c. 

AUSTRALIA.  (Medium).  Bright  claret-red,  large 
flowers. 

EUROPA.  (Medium).  Pure  white  with  a  crimson 
eye. 

HINDENBURG.  (Medium).  Crimson  red  with 
darker  eye. 

LE  MAHDI.  (Medium).  Deep  claret  red,  large 
flower. 

LORD  RALEIGH.  (Dwarf).  Violet  blue,  early 
flowering  variety. 

MAI  RUYS.  (Medium).  Enormous  trusses  of  very 
large  flowers  of  purest  white. 

MISS  LINGARD.  Pure  white;  the  earliest  of  all; 
blooms  all  summer. 

ROSENBERG.  (Medium).  Bright  reddish  violet 
with  blood  red  eye. 

RHYNSTROM.  (Medium).  Beautiful  rose  pink; 
very  free  flowering. 

SELMA.  (Medium).  Large  flower,  pale  rose 
mauve,  with  a  claret  red  eye. 

THOR.  (Medium).  Deep  salmon  pink  overlaid 
with  a  scarlet  glow. 

TAPIS  BLANC.  (Dwarf).  Pure  white,  immense 
heads.  The  best  dwarf  Phlox  in  cultivation;  fine 
for  cemetery  planting. 

YON  GOETHE.  (Medium).  Pure  clear  pink  with 
white  eye. 

WIDAR.  (Medium).  A  much  admired  violet-bluej 
with  white  eye. 

PHLOX  SUBULATA.  (Moss  or  Mountain  Pink). 

An  early  spring-flowering  type,  with  pretty  moss¬ 
like  evergreen  foliage,  which,  during  the  flowering 
season,  is  hidden  under  the  masses  of  bloom.  An 
excellent  plant  for  the  rockery,  the  border,  and 
invaluable  for  carpeting  the  ground  or  covering 
graves.  Each  15c,  2  for  25c* 

MYOSOTIS  PALUSTRIS.  (Forget-Me-Not).  The 
true  forget-me-nots — a  lovely  dwarf  plant  for 
damp  places,  spreading  rapidly  and  carpeting  the 
ground.  Make  excellent  edgings  and  carpeting 
planted  with  late-flowering  tulips.  Flowers  blue 
with  white  throat.  Fine  for  cemetery  planting. 

Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

HOLLYHOCK  (Althea  Rosea).  Growing  5  to  6 
feet  tall,  these  plants  produce  a  pleasing  effect 
planted  either  in  rows  on  the  lawn  or  among  shrub¬ 
bery.  They  require  a  deep  rich  soil,  and  a  sunny 
situation,  and  will  repay  for  a  little  extra  attention 
given  them.  Double  red,  white,  yellow,  pink. 

Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

GRASSES  (Ornamental.  Variegated  Ribbon 
Grass,  or  Gardener’s  Garters.)  Large  variegated 
foliage;  an  excellent  Grass  for  bordering  large 
beds.  Each  15c,  2  for  25c. 

HARDY  FERNS.  They  do  the  best  in  a  shady  or 
semi-shady  position  in  well-drained  soil,  where  they 
can  be  liberally  supplied  with  water  during  dry 
weather.  Each,  30c. 


HIBISCUS.  New  Giant-Flowering  Mallow  Marv¬ 
els.  A.  robust  type  of  upright  habit,  producing  an 
abundance  of  flowers  of  enormous  size  in  all  the 
richest  shades  of  crimson,  pink  and  white  succeed¬ 
ing  in  any  suny  position  with  a  liberal  supply  of 
water,  blooming  from  early  in  July  until  late  in 
autumn.  Each  35c. 

HELIANTHUS  (Hardy  Sunflower).  Multiflorus 
Plenus.  4  to  5  ft.  Double  yellow  flowers,  useful  for 
cutting.  July-Oct.  Resemble  large  yellow  Dahlias. 

Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

LINUM — PERENNE.  (Flax).  A  desirable  plant 
for  the  border,  with  light,  graceful  foliage  and 
blue  flowers  produced  through  the  entire  summer 
if  cut  down  after  the  first  blooming. 

Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

LA'CHNIS.  All  of  the  Lychnis  are  of  the  easiest 
culture,  thriving  in  any  soil,  and  this,  in  addition 
to  their  brightness,  has  brought  them  into  high 
favor  with  lovers  of  hardy  plants.  Perhaps  no 
class  of  plants  has  more  common  or  popular  names, 
of  which  the  following  is  but  a  partial  list: 
Campion,  Jerusalem  Cross,  Lamp  Flower,  Maltese 
Cross,  Ragged  Robin,  etc. 

Haageana,  Brilliant  orange-scarlet  flowers  in 
May  and  June;  12  inches. 

Viscarla,  Double  Red.  Forms  a  dense  tuft 
of  evergreen  foliage,  and  in  June  sends  up  spikes 
of  handsome,  double,  deep  red,  fragrant  flowers; 
1  foot.  Price  Each  25c. 

LUPINS  (Hardy  Garden).  Effective  plants,  pro¬ 
ducing  large  spikes  of  flowers.  They  require  only 
well-prepared  garden  soil  and  to  be  kept  watered 
in  dry  weather.  Hardy  perennial  varieties,  in  pink, 
blue  and  white.  Perennial  Mixed,  Each  25c. 

MINT.  Peppermint.  The  leaves  and  stems  are 
used  for  flavoring,  but  particularly  for  the  distilla¬ 
tion  of  the  essence  of  peppermint. 

Spearmint.  For  mint  sauce  and  juleps. 

Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

PAPAVER  ORIENT  ALE.  (The  Large  Oriental 
Poppy).  A  charming  summer-flowering  hardy 
plant,  producing  numerous  leafy  stems  about  2V2 
feet  high,  with  large  deep  crimson  flowers;  having 
a  conspicuous  black  blotch  on  each  petal,  exceed¬ 
ingly  showy.  Each  30c. 

RUDBECKIA.  (Golden  Glow).  Double  golden 
yellow  flowers.  Each  25c. 

PYRETHRUM.  (Roseum  Hybridum  Grandiflor- 
um.)  Handsome  garden  flowers.  Their  main  sea¬ 
son  of  blooming  is  in  June,  but  if  the  first  crop  of 
flower  stems  is  removed  as  soon  as  finished,  they 
will  give  a  fair  sprinkling  of  flowers  during  the 
summer  and  autumn  months.  The  fine  fern-like 
foliage  of  the  plants  is  attractive  at  all  times. 

SINGLE-FLOWERING.  Embrace  all  the  colors 
from  deep  red  through  the  various  shades  of  rose 
to  pure  white.  These  can  be  supplied  in  mixed 
colors  only.  Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

DOUBLE-FLOWERING.  Choice  varieties  in 

crimson,  pink  and  white. 

RANUNCULUS  REPENS  FL.  PL.  (Bachelor’s 
Buttons).  A  pretty  double-flowering  bright  golden 
yellow  Buttercup.  Bears  masses  of  flowers  during 
May  and  June.  Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 


Tritoma  Pfitzerii 


TRITOM  A  PFITZERII.  (The  Everblooming 
Flame  Flower).  In  bloom  from  August  to  October, 
with  spikes  3  to  4  feet  high,  and  heads  of  bloom 
of  a  rich  orange-scarlet,  producing  a  grand  effect 
either  planted  singly  in  the  border  or  in  masses. 
(See  cut.)  Each  30c 


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HARDY  PERENNIAL  PLANTS 


Paeonia  Officinalis 


Delphinium — (Hardy  Larkspur) 

SELECTED  PAEONIES 

Named  Sorts,  strong  roots,  with  three  to  five  eyes. 

The  fine  and  newer  varieties  listed  on  this  page 
are  very  desirable  and  can  not  fail  to  please  any 
cultivator.  They  represent  the  highest  attain¬ 
ment  in  Paeonies  and  are  the  best  of  the  origi¬ 
nations  of  expert  growers.  Do  not  expect  too  much 
of  them  until  well  established.  These  can  be  fur¬ 
nished  in  limited  quantities  only. 

BERLIOZ.  Brilliant  dark  red  tinted  rose.  A 

fine  keeper.  Very  late.  Each  75c. 

DUCHESS  DE  NEMOURS.  A  very  fine  cup¬ 
shaped  bloom;  sulphur-white  changing  to  pure 
white.  Has  a  fine  bud  and  is  particularly  beauti¬ 
ful  when  half  open.  Each  50c. 

DUKE  OF  WELLINGTON.  Soft  white,  with 
pale  creamy  white  center.  Fine  shape.  Early. 

Each  50c. 

EDULIS  SUPERBA.  Bright  mauve  pink  collar 
mixed  with  lilac,  fragrant,  strong  upright  stem, 
free  bloomer,  early,  one  of  the  best  commercial 
pinks.  Each  50c. 

FESTIVA  MAXIMA.  The  best  known  Peony. 
Flower  of  immense  size.  Seven  to  eight  inches  in 
diameter,  snow-white  with  some  red  spots  on  the 
edges  of  the  center  petals.  Very  sweet,  early. 

Each  50c. 

FELIX  CROUSSE.  One  of  the  best  red 
sorts.  Large  double  ball-shaped  flower;  a  free 
bloomer.  Very  desirable.  Late  mid-season. 

Each  75c. 

LOUIS  VAN  HOUTTE.  One  of  the  most 
conspicuous  dark  varieties;  rich,  dark  car¬ 
mine,  with  slightly  silver  tip  borne  well 
above  the  foliage;  strong  grower. 

Each  75c. 

MODESTE  GUERIN.  Very  large  bomb- 
shape,  full  and  compact.  Superb  solferino 
red.  Very  free-flowering  and  fragrant.  Ex¬ 
ceptionally  strong  rigid  stems.  Midseason. 
An  extra  good  variety.  Each  75c. 

MADAM  DUCEL.  Enormous,  globular  and 
compact  bloom.  Literally  packed  with  petals, 
which  are  somewhat  incurved  like  chrysan¬ 
themums.  A  brilliant  shade  of  pink  with 
silvery  reflex.  Holds  its  form  and  color  to 
the  end.  A  magnificent  cut-flower  variety 
and  wonderfully  effective  for  landscape  work. 
Fragrant,  early  midseason  bloomer. 

Each  75c. 

QUEEN  VICTORIA.  White,  center  petals 
tipped  carmine,  large,  full  bloom;  one  of  the 
best  flower  sorts,  early.  Each  oOc. 

OFFICINALIS  RUBRA  PLENA.  This  is 
the  old-fashioned  red,  the  most  brilliant  of 
all  red  Peonies.  Early  and  splendid  _cut 


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DELPHINUM  or  Hardy  Larkspur.  The  Hardy 
Larkspurs  are  easily  among  the  finest  of  all  our 
perennial  plants.  The  prevailing  colors  are  rich, 
clear  shades  of  blue.  The  plants  have  a  long  season 
of  bloom,  which  can  be  greatly  prolonged  by  keep¬ 
ing  the  seed  stalks  cut  out  and  supplying  plenty  of 
water.  The  dark,  handsome  foliage  is  neat  and  at¬ 
tractive  throughout  the  whole  season.  The  plants 
are  perfectly  hardy.  Each  20c,  3  ftor  50c. 

CHELONE  (Shell  Flower).  Stately  and  hand¬ 
some  perennials,  growing  about  2  feet  high,  and 
bearing  numerous  spikes  of  large  flowers.  Heads 
of  showy  deep  red  flowers,  during  the  summer  and 
fall.  Each  25c. 


BUDDLEIA  (Butterfly  Bush  or  Summer  Lilac). 

A  desirable  summer  flowering  shrubs,  beginning 
to  bloom  in  July,  it  continues  until  cut  by  severe 
frost.  The  flowers  are  of  a  pleasing  shade  of 
violet-mauve,  and  are  borne  in  dense  cylindrical 
spikes,  which  are  from  12  to  15  inches  in  length 
by  3  inches  in  diameter;  it  flowers  freely  the  first 
(season  planted,  and  is  always  admired.  Each  35c. 


CORNFLOWER  (Perennial.  Centaurea  Mont¬ 
ana).  Useful  and  effective  border  plant;  invaluable 
for  cutting.  Flowers  blue,  about  an  inch  across. 
Season  May  to  August,  growing  12  to  16  inches 
hight.  Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

COREOPSIS  (New  Double-flowering  Coreopsis). 
One  of  the  most  popular  hardy  plants.  The  flowers 
are  a  rich  golden- yellow,  of  graceful  form  and  in¬ 
valuable  for  cutting;  the  main  crop  comes  during 
the  latter  part  of  June,  but  it  continues  in  bloom 
the  entire  summer  and  autumn.  Each  25c. 

SHASTA  DAISY.  Graceful  and  elegant  pure- 
white  flowers  with  yellow  centers,  lasts  a  long  time. 
In  bloom  from  June  to  October.  Extra  fine  cut 
flowers,  having  long,  stiff  stems.  Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

SWEET  WILLIAM  (Dianthus  Barhatus).  These 
old-fashioned  favorites  are  prized  border  plants. 
There  is  a  great  variety  of  rich  colors,  and  the 
flowers  are  very  fragrant.  Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

GAILLARDTA  (Blanket  Flower).  Unequaled  for 
rich  and  constant  display  of  bloom  from  June  until 
frost.  Flowers  very  large;  bronze-scarlet  bordered 
with  yellow.  Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 


BEAUTIFUL  HARDY  PEONIES 

The  Peonies  are  among  the  noblest  and  most 
magnificent  of  our  herbaceous  plants.  With  the  ad¬ 
dition  of  superb  newer  varieties,  Peonies  have 
taken  rapid  strides  in  popular  favor  and  are  now 
classed  as  among  the  most  popular  of  our  garden 
perennials. 

The  colors  have  the  greatest  range,  embracing 
white,  flesh  color,  rose  pink,  salmon,  yellow,  scarlet 
and  crimson  in  lighter  and  darker  shades. 

They  require  very  rich  soil,  are  perfectly  hardy, 
and  in  planting  care  should  be  taken  to  select  a 
rich,  sunny  place.  Avoid  planting  too  deeply,  as 
this  is  often  the  cause  of  shy  blooming,  two  or 
three  inches  of  soil  over  the  crown  (eyes)  being 
sufficient.  After  planting  give  a  heavy  mulching 
of  rotten  stable  manure,  and  do  not  transplant  the 
clumps  for  at  least  five  years,  and  then  only  if 
very  necessary. 

We  offer  double  white,  pink  and  red  Peonies 
under  color  but  unnamed  for  those  desiring  a 
reasonably  priced  Peony.  3  to  5  eye  roots,  each  50c. 


HARDY  PERENNIAL  PLANTS 


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FUNKIA  or  DAY  LILY. 

Very  attractive  plants  with  broad  overlapping- 
leaves  of  various  markings;  very  ornamental,  sur¬ 
mounted  by  dainty  lily-like  flowers,  in  terminal 
racemes.  They  succeed  equally  well  in  sun  or  shade. 

Laneeolata.  Valuable  by  reason  of  its  late-flow¬ 
ering,  lilac  flowers  in  September.  Eaeli  30c. 

Robusta  elegans  variegata.  Green  and  white 
variegated  foliage;  purple  flowers.  Each  35c. 

Subcordata  Grandlflora.  Very  large  and  showy; 
pure  white,  lily  shaped,  fragant  flowers  in  August 
and  September.  Each  35c. 

Flava  (Yellow  Day  Lily).  Very  fragrant  deep 
lemon-yellow  flowers  in  June  and  July.  Each  25c. 

SEDUM  (“Live  Forever.”)  Spectabile.  One  of 

the  prettiest  erect-growing  species,  attaining  a 
height  of  12  inches,  with  broad  light  green  foliage 
and  immense  heads  of  handsome  showy  rose-colored 
flowers;  indispensable  as  a  late  fall-blooming  plant. 

Brilliant.  A  rich  colored  form  of  the  preceding, 
being  a  bright  amaranth-red,  Each  25c. 

ACRE  (Golden  Moss).  Much  used  for  covering 
gravess;  foliage  green,  flowers  bright  yellow  Each 
20c, ,  3  for  50c. 

DIANTHUS  PLUMARIUS.  (Hardy  Garden  or 
Phesant  Eye  Pinks).  These  “Clove  Pinks,”  so 
much  used  for  ergings  in  old-fashioned  gardens, 
bloom  most  profusely  during  May  and  June.  They 
grow  about  a  foot  high,  and  bear  double  flowers 
resembling  small  carnations.  Double  pink,  White 
and  Red.  Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

NEW  VIOLA  “JERSEY  GEM” 

Undoubtedly  the  most  valuable  bedding  Viola  yet 
introduced  which  is  perfectly  suited  to  our  climatic 
conditions  and  which  will  succeed  in  any  good 
garden  soil  in  a  sunny  position,  blooming  prac¬ 
tically  without  a  break  from  May  to  the  end  of 
the  season.  The  plant  is  of  compact,  sturdy  habit 
of  growth,  its  flowers  of  pure  violet  without  the 
slightest  shading  and  borne  on  good  stems  about 
6  inches  long.  Each  25c. 

YUCCA  FILAMENTOSA  (Adam’s  Needle). 

A  hardy  evergreen  plant  with  long,  narrow 
leaves  that  are  green  the  year  round.  The  flowers 
are  white,  on  long  spikes.  Each  35c. 


Dahlias  Showing  the  different  Types 


Digitalis  (Foxglove) 

VINCA — MINOR  (Grave  Myrtle).  Green  foliage, 
large  blue  flowers.  Each  10c,  3  for  25c, 

WORMWOOD.  Leaves  with  very  bitter  taste. 
Is  grown  for  medicinal  purposes;  recommended 
also  as  of  value  to  poultry.  Each  20c,  3  for  50c. 

SELECTED  DAHLIAS 

One  of  the  most  showy  of  the  autumn  flowers. 
The  culture  is  most  simple;  any  extra  attention 
given  to  the  growing  plants  is  repaid  by  larger 
and  more  blooms.  A  sandy  soil  which  has  been 
well  enriched  and  a  sunny  position  are  advanta¬ 
geous  factors,  yet  good  results  accrue  in  almost 
any  soil.  About  three  by  three  feet  apart  is  the 
distance  to  plant.  Large  clumps  or  roots  should  be 
divided,  leaving  one  or  two  eyes  to  the  tuber. 
When  planting  place  the  tuber  flat  on  its  side  and 
cover  six  inches  deep;  after  the  growth  shows 
above  ground  cultivate  thoroughly  until  the  bloom¬ 
ing  period.  Planting  time  in  this  latitude  is  from 
about  May  10  to  the  end  of  June. 

Any  of  the  following  Dry  Roots,  each  20c 
and  up,  according  to  size. 

DECORATIVE  DAHLIAS.  The  massive  flowers 
are  loosely  formed  and  present  a  striking  appear¬ 
ance.  The  petals  are  broad,  long,  and  flat.  The 
varieties  offered  here  can  be  relied  upon  to  give 
entire  satisfaction  and  be  a  mass  of  colors  from 
early  August  until  cut  down  by  frost.  Double  red, 
white,  yellow,  pink  and  variegated. 

CACTUS  DAHLIAS.  Dahlias  in  this  class  have 
long,  narrow,  twisted  petals  of  the  most  beautiful 
color,  many  of  them  blending  one  color  into 
another  in  the  most  exquisite  manner  possible. 
The  flowers  are  perfectly  double,  loosely  arranged, 
irregular  in  outline,  and  borne  on  good  stems,  well 
supplied  with  buds  and  foliage.  The  plants  are 
mostly  strong  growers  and  are  profuse  bloomers. 
Double  red,  white,  yellow  and  pink. 

SHOW  DAHLIAS.  Show  dahlias  are  a  branch 
of  the  old  ball  type.  Their  flowers  are  of  perfect 
form,  round  and  full.  The  petals  are  cupped  or 
quilted.  The  colors  are  mostly  solid  or  tipped  a 
little  lighter  than  the  ground  color.  Fancy  dahlias 
are  of  the  same  form  as  those  called  show  dahlias, 
only  they  are  striped,  spotted,  or  otherwise 
variegated.  Double  red,  white,  yellow,  pink  and 
variegated. 

SINGLE  DAHLIAS.  These  have  but  one  row  of 
petals,  generally  eight,  resembling  cosmos,  but 
much  larger,  and  are  very  free  flowering.  Fine 
for  cutting.  They  can  be  had  in  a  variety  of  colors. 
Variegated  and  all  colors  mixed. 

Each  20c  and  up  according  to  size  of  roots. 

SELECTED  3IIXED  DAHLIAS 

This  Mixture  is  composed  of  high-grade  varie¬ 
ties,  including  many  new  and  rare  kinds.  Double, 
White,  Red,  Yellow,  Pink,  Variegated  all  colors 
mixed.  15c  each  and  up,  according  to  size  of  roots. 


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FLOWERING  BULBS  AND  ROOTS 


Bulbs  for  Spring  Planting 

Bulbs  are  of  easiest  culture,  inexpensive  and  re- 
ciuire  but  little  care.  They  are  almost  certain  to 
grow.  Put  them  in  the  ground  out  of  doors  in 
April  and  May.  Some  will  bloom  in  June,  and  all 
during  the  same  year  as  planted. 

AMARYLLIS. 

There  are  many  species  of  Amaryllis,  all  produc¬ 
ing  large,  drooping,  lily-like  flowers,  varying  in 
color  from  richest  crimson  and  scarlet  to  pure  white 
and  striped  with  crimson  or  scarlet.  Some  of  the 
flowers  measure  from  G  to  9  inches  across. 

All  of  the  varieties  here  listed  are  of  the  easiest 
culture.  They  require  abundant  moisture  when 
growing,  but  at  their  season  of  rest  water  should 
be  given  sparingly.  Winter  the  bulbs  in  house  or 
cellar.  If  in  pots,  do  not  remove  from  soil. 

Giant  A'ittata  Hybrids.  Colors  range  from  pure 
white  ground  with  markings  of  rose,  red,  and 
crimson,  to  the  richest  self-colors  in  scarlet,  crim¬ 
son,  bright  red,  cherry,  and  maroon.  They  make 
very  satisfactory  pot  plants.  Extra  large  bulbs. 
Each,  60c. 

Johnsonii.  Scarlet  with  white  stripe.  Each,  50c. 


Equestre.  Orange  scarlet.  Each,  25c. 


SPOTTED  LEAVED  CALLA  LILIES. 

The  varieties  offered  below  succeed  best  when 
treated  in  the  same  manner  as  Gladiolus,  Tuberoses 
and  other  summer-flowering  bulbs.  They  should  be 
planted  in  the  open  border  in  a  dormant  condition 
when  danger  from  frost  is  over  in  spring,  and  will 
then  flower  during  the  summer  months.  In  the 
autumn  dig  and  store  through  the  winter  as  you 
would  potatoes. 

Golden  Yellow  (Richardia  Elliottiana).  This  is 
the  best  of  the  Yellow  Callas,  its  flowers  being  as 
large  as  the  popular  white  variety,  but  of  a  rich 
lustrous  golden-yellow  of  velvety  texture;  the 
foliage  is  dark  green,  with  translucent  creamy- 
white  spots,  which  adds  much  to  its  beauty.  Strong 
bulbs.  Each  40c. 


ISMENE  ClLATHINA  (Peruvian  Daffodil). 

A  grand  summer-flowering  bulb,  producing  with 
great  freedom  large  Amaryllis-like,  pure  white, 
fragrant  blossoms.  Keep  the  bulbs  in  a  dry,  warm 
place,  and  plant  out  in  June.  Bulbs  can  be  taken 
up  in  October  and  after  a  few  weeks’  rest,  potted 
and  flowered  in  the  house  in  the  winter,  or  kept 
over  for  planting  out  another  season.  Each  20c,  3 
for  50c. 


CINNAMON  VINE  OR  CHINESE  YAM. 

A  climbing  plant  which  in  some  portions  of  the 
country  lives  over  winter  out  of  doors.  It  grows 
rapidly,  soon  covering  a  large  space  with  its  heart- 
shaped,  glossy  green  foliage.  Flowers,  white,  with 
the  fragrance  of  cinnamon.  Medium  size,  10c  each, 
3  for  25c;  Extra  size,  15c  each,  2  for  25c. 


CALIDIUM  (Elephant’s  Ears). 


A  vigorous  grow¬ 
ing  plant  which  has 
tremendously  large, 
pendulous  leaves 
borne  on  long  stiff 
stems.  In  rich  soil, 
with  an  abundance 
of  moisture,  assume 
very  large  growth 
and  is  most  effect¬ 
ive  either  singly  on 
lawns  or  planted  in 
centers  of  beds  or 
as  backgrounds  for 
other  blooming 
plants. 

First  size,  each  10c 
Medium  size, 

each  15c 

Large  bulbs, 

each  25c 
Mammoth  bulbs, 

each  35c 


CANNA 

King 

Humbert 


LARGE 

FLOWERING 

GANNAS 


Few  plants  so  trifling  in  cost  will  make  such  a 
beautiful  display  in  a  short  time  as  cannas.  With 
their  enormous  clousters  of  brilliant  flowers,  borne 
on  spikes  above  broad  leaves  of  green  or  bronze 
in  tropical  effect,  makes  them  one  of  the  most 
admired  summer  flowering  plants  of  today.  The 
dry  roots  can  be  planted  about  the  first  of  May  or 
as  soon  as  the  ground  is  warm. 

SELECTED  NAMED  CANNAS  (Dormant  Tubers). 

Charles  Henderson  (Green).  Bright  rich  crimson, 
an  old-time  favorite,  SV2  feet.  Each  10c,  doz.  $1.00. 

City  of  Portland  (Green).  Broad,  rounded  petals 
opening  wide  on  eavily  filled  trusses,  flowers  pro¬ 
duced  in  great  profusion.  Color  a  beautiful  rose- 
pink,  3  to  4  ft.  Each  15c.,  doz.  $1.50. 

Firebird.  Green  foliage.  The  petals  measure  and 
sometimes  exceed  2%  inches  across,  and  the  color 
is  a  glistening  scarlet  without  any  streaks,  spots  or 
blotches,  ZV2  feet.  Each  15c,  doz.  $1.50. 


King  Humbert  (Orchid).  “King  Humbert”  is  the 
one  ideal  Canna.  It  has  flowers  six  inches  across, 
in  trusses  of  gigantic  size;  of  a  brilliant  orange- 
scarlet  with  bright  red  marking.  The  foliage  is 
broad  and  massive,  of  a  rich  coppery  bronze;  bold 
and  effective,  3%  to  4  feet.  Each  10c,  doz.  $1.00. 

Souv.  de  A.  Crozy.  3  feet.  The  flowers  are  scarlet- 
crimson  bordered  yellow.  Green  foliage.  Each  15c, 
doz.  $1.50. 

The  President,  3%  feet.  In  color  a  rich  glowing 
scarlet  and  the  immense  rounded  flowers,  seven 
inches  across  when  fully  open  are  produced  on 
strong  erect  stalks  well  above  the  large  green 
foliage.  Free  bloomer  and  strong  grower.  Each 
lOc,  doz.  $1.00 

Yellow  King  Humbert.  Identical  with  King 
Humbert  in  habit  of  growth  and  flowering,  and 
produces  yellow  flowers,  dotted  with  red,  and  has 
green  foliage.  It  will  please  all  who  try  it.  Some 
plants  will  occasionally  give  a  scarlet  or  scarlet 
striped  flower,  3^2  to  4  feet.  Each  lOc,  doz.  $1.00. 

Cannas.  .All  sorts  mixed.  Each  10c,  doz.  $1.00. 

We  can  furnish  started  plants  for  bedding  out,  in 
season. 


BEGONIAS  (Tuberous  Rooted). 


HYACINTHUS  CANDICANS. 

Grows  three  to  four  feet  high.  Bears  pure  white 
bell-shaped  flowers  on  long  stems.  Can  be  used  to 
good  effect  among  Gladiolus,  as  it  comes  into 
bloom  about  the  same  time  and  makes  a  pleasing 
contrast.  Each  15c,  2  for  25c. 


Very  desirable  as  pot  plants  for  the  house  or  for 
bedding  out-doors. 

Single  varieties  in  separate  colors,  such  as  white, 
pink,  red  and  orange.  Each  30c. 

Double  varieties.  Same  colors  as  above.  Each  35c. 


FLOWERING  BULBS  AND  ROOTS 


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BULBS  FOR  SPRING  PLANTING- Cont’d 


GLADIOLUS. 

Well  known  flowers  which  last  a  long  time  after 
being  cut.  We  have  carefully  selected  bulbs  so 
full  of  life  that  you  cannot  do  other  than  be  suc¬ 
cessful  with  them.  They  come  in  all  colors,  from 
very  light  to  richest  crimson.  Set  the  bulbs  six 
inches  apart  and  three  inches  deep.  Plant  from 
middle  of  April  to  first,  of  June.  Cut  the  spikes 
when  the  first  bloom  begins  to  unfold.  Place  in 
water  and  the  buds  will  expand  beautifully  and 
last  for  several  days  if  water  is  changed  daily. 

Gladiolus  Best  Named  Varieties. 

Selected  from  the  newest  and  best  varieties  of 
recent  introduction  including  some  old  favorites. 

America.  Soft  lavander  pink.  Each,  5c;  do/,.,  50c. 

Anna  Eberius.  Velvety  purple,  shading  to  rose, 
with  throat  a  deeper  shade.  Each,  7c;  doz.,  75c. 

Baron  J.  Hulot.  Deep  violet  purple;  very  dark  on 
petal  tips.  Each,  8c;  do/..,  85c. 

Crescent  Queen.  Dark  wine-red.  Ea.,  7c;  do/..,  75c. 

Chicago  White.  Pure  white  with  faint  lavander 
markings  on  lower  petals.  Each,  5c;  do/,.,  50c. 

Crimson  Glow.  Scarlet  crimson.  Ea.,  7c;  do/..,  75c. 

E.  J.  Shaylor.  Beautiful  deep  rose-pink,  slightly 
ruffled.  Each,  8c;  do/..,  85c. 

Joe  Colman.  Very  large  rich  red.  One  of  the  finest 
ruffled  varieties.  Each,  8c;  do/...  85c. 

Princepine.  Carmine-red  flower  with  a  throat  of 
glistening  white.  Each,  7c;  do/,.,  75c. 

Mrs.  Frank  Pendleton.  One  of  the  finest  varieties 
yet  introduced.  The  flowers  are  of  the  largest  size, 
born  on  strong  straight  spikes.  In  color  a  lovely 
salmon-pink  with  brilliant  deep-red  blotches  in  the 
throat  and  on  lower  petals.  Each,  7c;  do/.,  75c. 

Scarlet  Princept.  Flaming-scarlet  with  many 
massive  blooms  open  at  one  time.  Ea.,  7c;  do/.,  75c. 

Schwaben.  One  of  the  best  yellow  varieties;  a  vig¬ 
orous  grower  producing  heavy  spikes  of  massive 
blooms  of  canary  yellow  shading  to  a  sulphury 
yellow  with  a  small  blotch  of  deep  garnet  on  the 
lower  petals.  Each,  7c;  do/.,  75c. 


GLADIOLUS  IPS  MIXTURE. 

Challenge  Mixed.  Made  by  ourselves  of  several 
varieties,  all  of  the  highest  types  of  perfection. 
This  mixture  will  please  the  most  critical  buyer. 

Eaeli  5c,  do/.  45c. 

Superfine  Mixed.  This  includes  varieties  that 
will  produce  some  grand  flowers.  Each  4c,  do/. 30c. 

Fine  Mixed.  While  offered  at  a  low  price,  we  are 
sure  these  bulbs  will  make  a  satisfactory  showing. 
Each  3c,  do/,.  30c. 

HARDY  GARDEN  LILIES. 

All  offered  under  this  head  will  stand  the  winter 
out  of  doors,  it  is  well  to  cover  the  surface  of  the 
soil  in  the  fall  with  straw  or  leaves  for  protection. 
Plant  Lily  bulbs  either  in  spring  or  fall.  Set  them 
six  inches  deep  in  well-drained  ground.  Early 
planted  bulbs  will  bloom  the  same  year. 

Eaeh  25c  and  up  according  to  si/e  of  roots. 


ATJBATUM  LILY 


Auratum.  (Golden  Japan  Lily.)  Extremely 
fragrant  and  very  beautiful.  Flowers  white,  dotted 
with  crimson,  with  a  golden  band  running  through 
center  of  each  petal. 

Album.  Large,  fragrant,  pure  white. 

Rubrum.  White,  heavily  spotted  with  rich  crim¬ 
son,  fragrant. 

Tigrinum  (Single  Tiger  Lily).  Just  the  thing  for 
groups  in  borders  or  to  plant  among  shrubbery. 
Flowers  orange-red,  spotted  black.  Bloom  in  July. 

Tigrinum  ft.  pi.  (Double  Tiger  Lily.)  Very  large 
double  flowers. 


Convallabia  (Lily  of  the  Valley) 


LILY  OF  THE  VALLEY. 

A  well-known  and  universally  admired  spring 
flowering  plant;  flowers  bell-shaped,  freely  pro¬ 
duced  and  fragrant.  To  grow  in  open  ground, 
select  a  partly  shaded  rather  moist  situation. 

Each  35c. 


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FLOWERING  BULBS  AND  ROOTS 


Bulbs  for  Spring 

MADEIRA  VINE.  A  tuberous-rooted,  rapid-grow¬ 
ing  climber  which  quickly  covers  a  large  space. 
Fleshy,  heart-shaped  leaves  and  pendant  stems  of 
fragrant  flowers. 

Small  IJulbs,  Each  3c,  (loss.  30c  Medium  Bulbs, 
Each  5c,  doz.  50c.  Large  Bulbs,  Each  8c,  doz.  75c 


OXALIS  (Summer  flowering).  Useful  for  form 
edgings  or  borders  to  walks  and  flower  beds. 
Bulbs  planted  2  or  3  inches  apart  will  make  round¬ 
ed,  compact  plants  in  a  little  while,  and  they  will 
be  full  of  pink  and  white  flowers  all  summer  long. 

Dozen  20c. 


Planting  — Continued 


TUBEROSE  (Excelsior  Pearl).  Beautiful  pure 
white  wax-like,  sweet  scented,  double  early  flower¬ 
ing. 

Small  Bulbs,  Each  3c,  doz.  30c.  Medium  Bulbs, 
Each  5c,  doz.  50e.  Large  Bulbs,  Each  8c,  doz,  75c. 


Hardy  Ornamental 

A  M  P  E  L  O  P  S  I  S  QUIXQUEFOLIA  (Virginia 
Creeper).  A  native  vine  sometimes  called  Five 
Fingered  Ivy.  A  rapid  grower,  of  sturdy  growth. 
Its  leaves  are  larger  than  those  of  Boston  Ivy.  In 
fall  they  turn  to  bright  crimson.  Each  35c  and  up. 

AMPELOPSIS  VEITCHI  (Boston  Ivy).  Desira¬ 
ble  climber  for  covering  walls,  as  it  clings  to  the 
smoothest  surface,  clothing  it  during  the  summer 
with  deep-green  leaves  which  in  autumn  change 
to  bright  yellow  and  crimson.  Each  50  and  up. 


Honeysuckle,  Hall’s  \mn 


Vines  and  Climbers 

CELASTRUS  SCANDENS  (Bittersweet).  A 

native  climbing  or  trailing  plant  with  large  leaves; 
yellow  flowers  in  May  or  June,  followed  in  the  fall 
by  clusters  of  orange-colored  berries. 

Each  50c.  and  up. 

CLEMATIS  (Large-Flowering  Varieties).  No 
other  climbing  plant  equals  in  attractiveness  the 
beautiful  large-flowering  Clematis.  Their  require¬ 
ments  are  somewhat  different  from  most  other 
plants  and  proper  conditions  must  be  given  to 
secure  satisfactory  results.  They  need  rich,  deep 
soil,  perfect  drainage,  abundance  of  water,  and, 
most  important  of  all,  they  should  be  planted  with 
the  crowns  three  inches  beneath  the  surface  of  the 
soil.  They  seem  to  do  best  in  a  position  where 
they  will  not  be  exposed  to  the  full  sun  during 
the  hottest  part  of  the  day.  Hardy,  but  it  is  best 
to  mulch  them  in  winter. 

HENRYII.  Strong  grower,  flowers  four  to  six 
inches  in  diameter,  and  pure  white.  Very  hardy. 

JACKMANII.  This  variety,  with  its  strong, 
healthy  growth,  hardy  nature  and  rich,  deep  vel¬ 
vety-purple  flowers,  is  the  most  satisfactory  of  its 
class.  Blooms  with  profusion  on  shoots  of  the 
present  season;  should  be  pruned  early  in  spring. 

MADAME  BARON  VEILLARD.  Light  rose,  lilac 
shadings.  Much  admired. 

VILLE  DE  LYON.  Its  blooming  capacity  is 
great  and  the  flowers  are  of  the  most  magnificent 
brilliant  crimson;  they  are  large  and  of  beautiful 
circular  form. 

Prices  of  above?  each  $1.00  and  up. 

CLEMATIS  PANICULATA.  The  finest  small- 
flowered  Clematis  extant.  A  wonderfully  rapid 
grower,  quickly  covering  trellises,  arbors,  etc.  The 
flowers  are  pure  white,  deliciously  fragrant  and 
produced  with  the  greatest  freedom.  It  flowers  in 
September,  when  few  other  vines  are  in  bloom. 
This  is  the  easiest  to  grow  and  most  popular  of  all 
the  small  flowered  vines.  Each  35c  and  up. 

HONEYSUCKLES  (Lonicera).  We  cannot  speak 
too  highly  of  this  class,  for  covering  arbors,  fences, 
pergolas,  verandas,  etc.  They  are  the  best  vines 
for  ground  planting  under  trees  and  if  used  on  ter¬ 
races  or  embankments,  will  prevent  washing.  All 
are  perfectly  hardy  and  improve  in  beauty  each 
year. 

BELGIICA.  (Sweet  Scented  Monthly).  One  of 

the  most  satisfactory  Honeysuckles,  producing  con¬ 
tinuously  large  trusses  of  red  and  yellow  fragrant 
flowers. 

HALL’S  JAPAN.  A  strong-growing,  almost 
evergreen  sort;  flowers  pure  white,  changing  to 
yellow;  fragrant.  Covered  with  flowers  from  July 
to  November. 

SCARLET  TRUMPET.  Bright  red  trumpet¬ 
shaped  flowers.  Blooms  very  freely  the  entire  sea¬ 
son. 

Prices  of  above;  each  50c  and  up. 
WISTARIA  Sinensis.  The  favorite  variety,  produc 
ing  thousands  of  pendulous  clusters  of  delicate  vio¬ 
let  blue  blossoms*  richly  perfumed. 

Each  75c  and  up. 


HARDY  CLIMBING  AND  OTHER  ROSES 


23 


Roses  should  be  planted  in  the  spring  just  as 
soon  as  the  ground  can  be  worked,  and  carefully 
handled,  as  they  are  plants  that  need  attention 
when  planted.  Select  a  good  sunny  location  where 
the  soil  is  well  drained,  and  should  the  soil  be 
heavy  or  clayey,  some  sand  should  be  put  with  it. 
A  good  plan  is  to  take  out  the  soil  from  18  inches 
deep  to  2  feet,  and  in  the  bottom  place  from  10  to 
12  inches  of  well-rotted  cow  manure  and  sod,  then 
place  the  black  dirt  that  was  taken  out  on  top  of 
this. 


HARDY  CLIMBING  OR  RAMBLER  ROSES 


The  following  varieties  are  highly  valued  for 
training  over  arbors,  trellises  and  verandas;  also 
as  screens  for  unsightly  objects,  such  as  old  build¬ 
ings,  fences,  walls,  etc.  They  grow  ten  to  twelve 
feet  high. 

Any  of  the  following,  each  75c  and  up. 

BALTIMORE  BELLE.  Pale  blush  variegated 
carmine  rose  and  white.  Flowers  borne  in  large 
clusters. 

CLIMBING  AMERICAN  BEAUTY.  This  variety 
retains  the  deep  pink  to  crimson  color  and  the 
same  fragrance  of  the  bush  American  Beauty; 
grows  to  a  height  of  15  feet,  perfectly  hardy. 

CRIMSON  RAMBLER.  So  well  known  as  to 
need  little  description.  The  foliage  is  rich,  dark 
green;  the  growth  rapid  and  diverse.  During  June 
and  July  the  plant  is  covered  with  clusters  of  the 
brightest  crimson  flowers  which  remain  on  a  long 
time. 

DOROTHY  PERKINS.  The  most  popular  climb¬ 
ing  rose  of  today,  and  as  hardy  as  the  Crimson 
Rambler.  The  flowers  are  borne  in  clusters  and 
are  very  double;  the  petals  are  very  prettily  rolled 
back  and  crinkled.  The  color  is  a  most  beautiful 
shell  pink  and  holds  a  long  time  without  fading. 

WHITE  DOROTHY.  A  pure  white  sport  of  the 
well-known  Dorothy  Perkins,  of  same  habit  of 
growth  and  freedom  of  flowering;  a  splendid  com¬ 
panion  for  the  pink  variety,  as  it  flowers  at  the 
same  time.  A  most  valuable  addition  to  this  class. 

EXCELSA.  (Red  Dorothy  Perkins).  A  distinct 
variety  in  form,  color  and  habit;  vigorous  in 
growth,  with  healthy  dark,  glossy  green  foliage. 
The  flowers  are  very  double,  produced  in  large 
trusses  of  thirty  to  forty,  and  almost  every  eye  on 
a  shoot  produces  clusters  of  flowers.  The  color  is 
intense  crimson-maroon,  the  tips  of  the  petals 
tinged  with  scarlet. 

PRIMROSE.  A  New  Hardy  Yellow  Climbing  Rose, 

with  large  double  flowers  of  a  rich  primrose  yellow,  borne  in 
trusses  of  4  and  5  on  an  extremely  vigorous  plant  with  beautiful 
dark  green  foliage  and  perfectly  hardy.  Each  $1.50, 

SEVEN  'SISTERS.  Large  clusters  of  roses 
shaded  from  white  to  crimson,  no  two  alike  in 
cluster.  Fine  and  odd. 

TAUSENDSCHON.  Soft  pink  changing  to  rosy 
carmine.  Flowers  appear  in  large  clusters.  The 
plant  is  of  strong,  vigorous  growth,  perfectly 
hardy,  and  a  good  variety  to  plant  where  a  strong 
climber  is  desire.d. 

YELLOW  RAMBLER.  Flowers  medium  size,  cup¬ 
shaped,  nearly  full,  sweet-scented;  blooms  in  large 
clusters;  color  very  light  yellow. 


HYBRID  PERPETUAL  ROSES 

These  are  the  Roses  which  bloom  in  June  and  at 
other  intervals  each  year.  Once  planted,  need  not 
be  lifted  but  protected  in  winter  with  leaves  or 
litter. 

Any  of  the  following,  each  75e  and  up. 

AMERICAN  BEAUTY.  Very  fragrant,  large 
crimson  flowers.  Blooms  freely  throughout  the 
summer. 

BABY  RAMBLER.  Of  drawf  bushy  habit.  Bril¬ 
liant  crimson  flowers.  A  good  bedding  variety. 

FRAU  KARL  DRUSCHKI.  Magnificent  bril¬ 
liant  white  fllowers;  immense  in  size  and  produced 
with  great  freedom. 

GENERAL  JACQUEMINOT.  Brilliant  crimson. 
Fragrant  and  very  hardy.  Esteemed  as  one  of  the 
most  desirable  roses. 

GRUSS  AN  TEPLITZ.  Color,  scarlet;  shading  to 
velvety  crimson.  Free  grower  and  most  profuse 
bloomer. 

3I3IE.  PLANTIER.  Pure  white;  a  favorite  for 
cemetery  decoration;  very  hardy. 

AIRS.  JOHN  LAING.  Soft  pink,  of  beautiful 
form;  exceedingly  fragrant  and  remarkably  free 
flowering. 

MAGNA  CHARTA.  Deep  pink,  large  sweet 
scented  and  of  fine  form,  one  of  the  hardiest  roses 
in  cultivation. 

SOLEIL  d’OR,  OR  GOLDEN  SUN.  Varies  from 
orange-yellow  to  reddish-gold,  shaded  with  Nastur¬ 
tium-red;  large,  full,  perfectly  double  flowers;  a 
strong  grower. 

ULRICH  BRUNNER.  Bright  cherry-red;  flow¬ 
ers  large  and  full;  a  good  strong  grower  and  al¬ 
ways  does  well. 

MOSS  ROSES 

Very  desirable  for  culture  in  open  ground  as 
they  endure  neglect  and  hardship  well. 

They  are  prized  for  the  lovely  moss-covered 
buds.  No  garden  is  complete  without  one  or  two 
Moss  Roses.  Colors,  Red  and  White.  Each  75c. 

HYBRID  TEA  ROSES  (Everblooming  Varieties). 

These  roses  are  not  so  hardy  as  those  mentioned 
above,  therefore  require  more  protection  during 
the  winter  months.  They  possess  a  delightful 
fragrance  and  beautiful  shades  of  colors,  being 
such  free  bloomers  during  the  entire  summer  which 
makes  them  desirable  for  cut  flowers. 

Our  stock  is  greenhouse  grown  and  should  not 
be  set  out  until  the  sun  has  warmed  and  dried  the 
ground  well.  Each  25c  and  up. 


New  Rose,  Tausendschon 


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FLOWERING  AND  ORNAMENTAL  HARDY  SHRUBS 


A  Few  Cultural  Hints  About  Shrubs 


There  is  no  cheaper  and  better  way  to  relieve 
that  dreary  bleak  and  cheerless  aspect  of  your 
home  surroundings  than  by  planting  a  few  shrubs 
of  which  there  are  many  \arieties.  But  are  not 
all  suitable  for  the  same  purpose.  Care  must  be 
taken  in  selecting  them  as  to  their  flowering  sea¬ 
son,  height  and  thrift. 

In  order  to  be  successful,  select  small  healthy 
and  vigorous  plants,  as  young  shrubs  are  much 
easier  to  start  than  old  ones.  Buy  those  that  show 
a  healthy  condition  of  growth,  firm  texture  of 
wood  and  with  abundant  fibrous  roots. 

All  that  is  necessary  in  planting  shrubs  is  to 
dig  up  the  soil  to  a  depth  of  one  to  two  feet.  Use 
a  liberal  supply  of  cattle  manure  or  other  good 
fertilizers.  Level  your  ground,  then  dig  the  holes. 
Make  them  large  enough  to  allow  plenty  of  room 
for  the  roots. 


Place  your  shrubs  well  down  and  spread  out  all 
the  roots,  then  fill  the  black  soil  around  them  first. 
Place  enough  soil  about  the  shrubs  to  raise  it 
somewhat  higher  than  elsewhere  and  press  the 
soil  carefully  down  with  the  foot. 

Do  not  plant  shrubs  in  the  center  of  a  small 
lawn,  it  is  far  better  to  set  them  in  corners  or 
along  the  sides  in  a  zig-zag  or  crescent  fashion, 
thereby  creating  a  cozy  and  homelike  appearance. 

A  succession  of  bloom  may  be  had  for  about  six 
months  of  the  year  by  planting  the  following 
varieties:  Lilacs;  Flowering  Almonds;  Spirea  Van 
Houtte;  Bridal  Wreath;  Spirea  Anthony  Watterer, 
crimson;  Hydrangea  Paniculate,  white;  Wiegelia 
Eva  Rathke,  crimson;  and  Dutzia,  Pride  of  Ro¬ 
chester,  white.  These  are  old  favorites  and  always 
do  well. 


VOTE:  All  Flowering  Roots,  Shrubs  and  Trees  are  sold  according  to  size,  shape  and  varieties. 


ALMOND,  Flowering.  A  bushy  shrub  rarely 
over  five  feet  tall;  bearing  rose-  and  bush-colored 
double  flowers  in  early  spring.  Hardy;  very 
attractive.  Specify  pink-  or  white-flowered.  Heavy 
plants.  Each  75c  and  up. 


ALTHEA  (Rose  of  Sharon).  An  attractive 
hardy  shrub,  desirable  on  account  of  its  large, 
showy  blossoms,  which  appear  in  August  and 
September.  Excellent  for  a  flowering  hedge  or  to 
grow  singly.  We  have  double  red,  white,  and 
purple.  Each  50  and  up. 

ALTHEA.  (Tree  form).  A  handsome  little  tree  to  plant 
on  the  lawn.  Double  red,  white  and  pink.  Each  Sl.OO  and 
up. 

BARBERRY  THUNBERGII  (Japan  Barberry). 

One  of  the  best  lawn  and  border  shrubs.  Compact, 
low-growing,  especially  suitable  for  a  hedge  or  as 
a  border  along  walks  and  drives.  Foliage  a  fine 
brilliant  green  in  summer,  turning  a  deep,  autumnal 
red  in  fall.  Yellow  flowers  in  April  to  May,  then 
followed  by  bright  scarlet  bearries  in  profusion, 
which  remain  fresh  until  the  following  spring. 

Each  50c  and  up. 


CALYCANTHUS  (Carolina  Allspice,  or  Sweet- 
Scented  Shrub).  Handsome  plant,  growing  about 
6  feet  tall,  with  large,  glossy  foliage  and  spicily 
fragrant  chocolate-red  flowers  about  2  inches 
across.  Succeeds  well  in  shady  or  sunny  location. 

Each  25c.  and  up. 


Deutzia  Pride  of  Rochester 


Flowering  Almond 


CRAB,  Bechtel’s  Double  Flowering.  Of  medium 
growth  with  flowers  of  immense  size  and  beautiful 
pink  color;  suggesting  fragrant  double  pink  roses. 

Each  75c  and  up. 

CYDOVIA  JAPONICA  (Japan  Quince).  This 
ranks  among  the  choicest  of  flowering  shrubs. 
Bears  pruning  into  any  desired  form.  As  a  speci¬ 
men  shrub  it  is  very  attractive;  also  fine  for  bor¬ 
ders  or  groups.  The  large,  brilliant,  bright-red 
flowers  appear  early  in  spring,  before  the  leaves, 
and  every  branch  is  covered  with  bright  glossy 
green  foliage  all  summer.  Splendid  hedge  plant. 

Each  50c  and  up. 

CORVUS.  Hardy  shrubs  with  handsome  foliage, 
often  assuming  a  brilliant  fall  coloring  and  with 
attractive  flowers  and  fruits.  They  grow  nearly 
as  well  in  shady  places  under  large  trees  as  in 
sunny,  exposed  positions,  and  thrive  in  almost  any 
soil.  One  of  our  best  shrubs. 

Siberica  (Siberian  Dogwood),  Rapidly  grow¬ 
ing,  attaining  6  to  10  ft.  in  height.  Clusters  of 
small  white  flowers  appear  in  May  and  June.  Its 
chief  attraction  is  the  bright-red  bark  in  winter. 

Each  50c  and  up. 

DEUTZIAS.  The  flowers  of  the  Deutzias  are 
tassel-like  and  clustered  into  thick  wreaths  along 
their  drooping  branches.  The  hardihood  of  these 
plants,  in  connection  with  the  rapid  growth,  luxur¬ 
iant  foliage  and  profusion  of  bloom  in  June,  July, 
and  August,  makes  them  deservedly  popular. 

Crenata  FI.  PI.  Double  white,  tinged  with 
pink,  in  racemes  four  or  five  inches  long. 

Each  50c  and  up. 

Pride  of  Rochester.  A  week  earlier  than 
Double  Crenate,  which  it  resembles.  Much  larger 
flowers.  Each  50c  and  up. 


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FLOWERING  AND  ORNAMENTAL  HARDY  SHRUBS 


HYDRANGEA.  One  of  the  best  and  most  re¬ 
liable  shrubs  giving  a  great  abundance  of  showy 
white  flowers  in  Autumn  when  blossoms  are  few. 
Hardy;  grows  well  in  any  rich  moist  soil.  To  se¬ 
cure  large  clusters  of  blossoms,  prune  back,  in 
the  Fall  or  early  Spring,  the  branches  of  the 
previous  year  to  1  to  3  pairs  of  buds,  depending 
upon  the  quantity  of  blossoms  desired. 

PANICULATA  GRANDIFLORA.  The  most  popu¬ 
lar  and  widely  planted  shrub  in  cultivation.  Adapt¬ 
ed  to  any  part  of  the  country,  perfectly  hardy, 
stands  heat  and  cold  remarkably  well.  For  the 
cemetery  there  is  no  better  shrub.  Grows  3  to  4 
feet  high;  blooms  from  August  until  frost.  The 
flower  panicles  are  frequently  nearly  a  foot  in 
length,  white  when  they  first  open,  afterwards 
changing  to  rose,  remaining  in  good  condition  for 
weeks.  This  shrub  should  be  planted  in  masses 
or  with  background  of  other  shrubbery. 

Each  75c  and  up. 

BUSH  HONEYSUCKLE  (Lonicera).  These  shrubs 
of  upright  habit  with  their  fragrant  flowers  and 
red  berries  are  very  decorative.  Loniceras  thrive 
in  almost  any  good  garden  soil,  preferring  sunny 
locations.  Pruning  may  be  done  during  the  win¬ 
ter.  An  attractive  shrub  for  planting  in  the  border 
or  as  a  hedge. 

TARTARICA.  A  popular  variety  growing  8  to 
10  feet  tall.  Produces  an  abundance  of  fragrant 
pink  or  white  blossoms  in  May  and  June,  followed 
by  red  berries  in  the  late  Summer  and  Fall. 

Each  50c  and  up. 

FORSYTHIA  (Golden  Bell).  One  of  the  showiest 
early  flowering  shrubs  with  brilliant  yellow  flowers 
borne  in  profusion  along  the  slender  branches  be¬ 
fore  the  leaves  appear.  Grows  8  to  10  feet  tall 
in  good  soil;  hardy;  excellent  for  planting  in 
borders. 

Fortune!.  A  spreading  bush  with  upright 
branches  and  dark  shiny  foliage.  Deep  yellow 
flowers.  Each,  50c  and  up. 

LIGUSTRUM  (Hedge  Plant).  (Privet).  They 
are  very  valuable  for  shrubberies  with  their  clean, 
dark  green  foliage,  which  is  rarely  attacked  by 
insects  and  keeps  its  green  color  mostly  unchanged 
until  late  Fall,  excepting  L.  Ibota,  which  turns  a 
purplish  hue.  The  privets  are  all  well  adapted  for 
planting  as  ornamental  hedges  and  do  well  in  the 
dust  and  smoke  of  the  city.  Hardy,  growing  well 
in  almost  any  kind  of  soil. 

AMUREUSE  (Amoor  River  Privet).  The  Chinese 
variety,  growing  upright  to  a  height  of  15  feet. 
Hardier  than  the  other  varieties.  Dark  green 
leaves  which  remain  on  most  of  the  Winter.  Bears 
panicles  of  white  flowers  in  June  and  July,  fol¬ 
lowed  by  black  berries.  The  best  for  hedge 
planting,  and  most  desirable  for  this  section. 

18  to  24  inch,  each,  15c,  doz.  $1.50. 

IBOTA.  A  valuable  hardy  Privet  for  the  west¬ 
ern  and  northern  states.  It  is  almost  evergreen 
and  grows  freely  in  all  soils.  Compact  and  regu¬ 
lar  in  form,  and  bears  shearing  to  any  extent. 
Flowers  white  and  fragrant;  leaves  long  and 
shiny.  A  charming  shrub  for  hedges  or  specimens 
on  the  lawn.  18  to  24  inch,  35c  each;  dozen,  $3.50. 


Privet  Hedge 


Hydrangea  Paniculata  Grandiflora 


LILAC  (Syringa).  Lilacs  stand  more  neglect, 
heat  or  drouth  without  showing  any  bad  effects 
than  any  other  plant,  and  there  is  hardly  any 
other  shrub  that  can  take  their  place  as  orna¬ 
mental  plants  for  borders,  etc.  They  bloom  in 
early  Spring. 

Vulgaris  (Common).  A  tall  growing  shrub 
(8  to  15  feet)  having  large  clusters  of  fragrant 
purple  flowers  in  the  Spring.  Each,  50c  and  up. 

Vulgaris  Alba  (Common  White  Lilac).  Similar 
to  purple  variety.  Each  50c  and  up. 

Persian  Purple.  Small  glossy  leaves  that 
do  not  mildew.  Sweet  scented  flowers.  Each  $1.00. 

Charles  X.  A  strong,  rapid  growing  variety, 
with  large,  shining  leaves;  trusses  large,  of  a  red¬ 
dish  purple  color.  Each,  $1.25. 

Mad.  Lemoine.  Double  pure  white  flowers, 
borne  in  large  clusters.  *  Each,  $1.25. 

PHILADELPHUS  (Mock  Orange;  Syringa). 
These  shrubs  are  usually  tall,  vigorous  growers 
and  are  also  remarkable  for  their  abundance  of 
very  fragrant  white  flowers  which  are  excellent  for 
cutting.  They  thrive  well  in  almost  any  well- 
drained  soil  and  even  under  trees.  If  pruning  is 
necessary,  it  should  be  done  after  flowering,  since 
the  flowers  appear  on  the  wood  formed  the  pre¬ 
vious  year.  Cut  out  the  branches  which  are  3  or 
4  years  old  and  allow  the  young  shoots  to  grow. 
This  will  result  in  cleaner  bushes  and  finer  flowers. 
Valuable  for  planting  as  backgrounds  and  screens. 

CORONARIUS  (Garland  Syringa).  One  of  the 
best  and  earliest.  Bearing  immense  clusters  of 
pure-white  fragrant  flowers  in  May. 

Each  45c  and  up. 

RIBES  (Flowering  Currant)  (Missouri  Golden 
Currant).  Grows  to  a  height  of  from  4  to  7  feet. 
Flowers  fragrant  and  useful  for  cut-flowers.  Cul¬ 
tivated  for  its  many  pretty,  spicy,  sweet-scented, 
bright  yellow  flowers  in  May,  and  its  clean,  attract¬ 
ive  foliage  and  bright  autumnal  tints.  Each  75c. 

SPIREAS  are  all  medium  sized  or  low  shrubs 
and  well  adapted  for  borders  of  shrubberies  or 
shrubs.  They  offer  a  great  variety  both  in  flowers 
and  foliage.  They  are  all  of  easy  culture  and 
rapid  growth,  and  amply  repay  the  grower  in  an 
abundance  of  beautiful  flowers.  Will  grow  in 
almost  any  moderately  moist  soil.  As  single  spec¬ 
imens  or  in  groups  on  the  lawn  they  are  unsur¬ 
passed. 

Anthony  YVaterer.  A  very  low-growing  shrub 
with  deep  rose-colored  blooms  all  through  the  lat¬ 
ter  of  the  summer.  Each,  50«  and  up. 

Billardii.  Pink  flowers;  blooms  nearly  all  sum¬ 
mer.  It  is  a  grand  subject  for  planting  in  masses, 
and  makes  a  good  cut  flower.  Each’  50c  and  up. 

Van  Houttei  (Bridal  Wreath).  This  is  the 
most  satisfactory  shrub  in  cultivation.  It  is  the 
best  variety  of  Spireas.  The  bush  is  round  and 
graceful  with  long,  thin,  arching  branches.  The 
white  flowers  are  in  clusters,  and  are  so  numerous 
that  when  in  full  bloom  the  bush  resembles  a  snow 
drift.  Each  35c  and  up. 

TAMARIX  Africanus.  Strong,  slender,  upright 
shrub  with  feathery  foliage  like  Asparagus.  Bears 
pink  flowers  in  May.  Useful  for  backgrounds  of 
shrubbery  borders.  3  to  4  feet.  Each  50c, 


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FLOWERING  AND  ORNAMENTAL  SHRUBS  AND  TREES 


Spirea  Van  Houttei  (Bridal  Wreath) 

SYMPHORICARPUS  (Waxherry).  A  good  na¬ 
tive  shrub  with  attractive  white  berries  in  autumn 
and  early  winter.  They  are  very  useful  plants  for 
covering  the  ground  under  trees,  for  massing  in 
the  edges  of  beds  or  borders,  or  for  detached 
groups  where  something  low  is  desired.  They  will 
thrive  in  almost  any  soil.  On  account  of  their 
shrub  of  bushy  form  with  pink  flowers  in  July, 
they  are  very  pleasing  in  the  winter  landscape. 

Racemosus  (White  Snovvberry).  A  medium 
shrub  of  bushy  form  with  pink  flowers  in  July, 
followed  by  white  waxy  berries  in  the  autumn 
and  early  winter.  Each  50c  and  up. 

A'ulgaris  (Indian  Currant).  A  low-growing 
spreading  shrub  of  graceful  habit  and  attractive 
foliage.  Noted  for  its  beautiful  clusters  of  red 
berries,  which  are  persistent  into  the  winter. 

Each  35c  and  up. 


Grapes,  Concord 


Cherries,  Early  Richmond 


FRUIT  TREES.  About  5  to  7  feet  in  height.  We 
have  listed  only  a  few  of  the  better  varieties, 
which  have  proved  to  be  the  most  valuable. 

APPLE  TREES,  Summer  Varieties.  Red  As- 
trachan.  Early  Harvest,  Yellow  Transparent. 

Each,  75c  and  up. 

APPLE  TREES,  Autumn  and  Winter  Varieties. 
Fameuse  (Snow  Apple),  Maiden’s  Blush,  delicious 
Winesap.  Each,  75c  and  up. 

CRAP  APPLE  TREES  (Hyslop,  Whitney). 

Each,  75c  and  up. 

CHERRY  TREES  (Early  Richmond).  Early, 
dark  red.  Each,  $1.00  and  up. 

PEAR  TREES  (Rartlett,  Flemish  Beauty,  Kief- 
fer,  Seckel).  Each,  $1.00  and  up. 

PEACH  TREES.  Early,  medium  and  late.  Each, 
50c  and  up. 

PLUM  TREES.  Japan  or  native.  Each  $1.25 
and  up. 


SNOWBALL  (Viburnum).  A  superb  much-ad¬ 
mired  shrub,  bearing  in  June,  great  clusters  of 
white  flowers  in  the  form  of  a  snowball.  They 
are  perfectly  hardy,  grow  quickly,  and  are  re¬ 
markably  free  from  attacks  of  insects. 

Opulus  Sterilis.  The  common  Snowball  or 
Guelder  Rose.  Broad  and  handsome  leaves.  Grows 
to  large  size.  In  May  covered  with  globular  clus¬ 
ters  of  pure-white  sterile  flowers.  Each  50c  and  up. 

WEIGELIA.  Shrubs  of  erect  habit  while  young. 
They  gradually  spread  and  droop  as  they  grow 
older.  Their  time  of  blooming  is  after  the  lilacs 
are  gone,  and  they  produce  large  trumpet-shaped 
flowers  of  all  shades  and  colors  from  pure  white 
to  red. 

ROSEA.  Fine  rose-colored  flowers;  one  of  the 
best.  Each,  75c  and  up. 

VARIEGATA.  Dwarf  in  habit;  flowers  rose- 
blush,  smaller  than  the  others;  silvery,  variegated 
foliage.  Each,  75c  and  up. 

EVA  RATKE.  The  finest  Weigelia  in  cultiva¬ 
tion.  Trumpet-shaped,  carmine-red  flowers. 

Each,  $1.00  and  up. 


SHADE  TREES.  About  8  to  12  feet  in  height. 
The  following,  each  $1.00  and  up,  according  to 
size  and  varieties: 

ALIANTHUS  (Tree  of  Heaven).  Rapid  grower. 

CATALPA,  Spcciosa.  (Hardy  Catalpa). 

CATALPA,  Bungei.  Umbrella-shaped  tree. 

ELM  (American).  Excellent  for  street  planting. 

PURPLE  NORWAY  MAPLE.  Beautiful  in 
foliage. 

SILVER  OR  SOFT  MAPLE.  For  street  and  park 
planting. 

SUGAR  OR  HARD  MAPLE.  A  fine  lawn  tree. 

WEIR’S  CUT-LEAVED  3IAPLE.  Long,  slender 
drooping  branches. 

POPLAR  (Carolina).  A  good  tree  for  street 
planting. 

GRAPES 

They  grow  readily  in  most  soils,  but  a  little 
extra  attention  as  to  the  soil,  pruning  and  culti¬ 
vation  they  receive  will  result  in  a  better  quality 
of  fruit.  No  part  of  the  fruit  garden  yields  a  richer 
harvest  than  the  vineyard. 

CONCORD.  One  of  the  best  known  grapes. 
Large  clusters  of  round,  black  berries;  flesh  mod¬ 
erately  juicy;  sweet  pulp;  quite  tender  when  fully 
ripe. 

BRIGHTON.  Large  handsome  bunches  of  the 
best  quality,  berries  medium,  of  good  flavor.  An 
excellent  early  grape. 

DIAMOND.  Bunch  large  and  compact,  color 
greenish  white  with  a  yellow  tinge  when  fully 
ripe,  flesh  juicy,  almost  without  pulp,  quality  very 
good,  early. 

NIAGARA.  Bunch  medium,  with  large  berry 
which  is  slightly  pulpy,  tender  and  sweet,  ripens 
with  Concord,  probably  the  most  valuable  white 
grape  in  cultivation. 

2  year  old  vines.  Each  25c  and  up,  according  to 
si  Z  6« 

SPECIAL  NOTE  ABOUT  MAILING 

Seeds  and  Bulbs  will  be  mailed  if  desired.  The 
postage  rate  is  one  cent  for  every  two  ounces,  or 
8  cents  per  pound.  Remember  to  send  sufficient 
postage,  otherwise  we  send  by  express  and  the 
buyer  pays  the  transportation  charges. 


SMALL  FRUITS  AND  PLANTS 


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Choice  Selection  of  Small  Fruits 


Avoiding  the  long  lists  of  varieties  which  tend  only  to  confuse  the  inexperienced 
planter  we  offer  a  selected  list  of  the  several  sorts  we  know  will  give  satisfaction. 


CURRANTS 

Currants  are  perfectly  hardy  and  may  be  planted  in 
spring1  or  fall.  They  succeed  well  in  a  cool,  moist  soil,  and 
should  be  planted  about  3  ft.  apart  and  well  cultivated.  The 
currant  worm  can  be  controlled  by  applications  of  Slug 
Shot  and  the  old  non-productive  wood  should  be  kept  pruned 
out.  Heavy  2-year-old  plants,  each  30c  and  up,  according 
to  size  and  variety. 

Black  Champion.  Produces  large  crops  of  excellent 
fruit. 

Cherry.  Fruit  of  the  largest  size,  deep  red,  rather 
acid,  short  bunches,  strong  erect  grower. 

Perfection.  Beautiful  bright  red  berries  of  large  size;  quality  rich, 
mild,  subacid;  having  plenty  of  pulp  and  few  seeds.  Awarded  Gold  Medal 
by  the  Western  New  York  Horticultural  Society.  One  of  the  most  pro¬ 
ductive  Of  currants.  Each  50c  and  up. 

North  star.  Red,  hardy,  good  quality,  bush  is  a  strong  grower. 

White  Grape.  Very  large,  yellowish-white  sweet  currant,  excel¬ 
lent  quality,  valuable  for  the  table,  finest  of  the  white  varieties. 


CHERRY, CURRANT 

BLACKBERRIES 

For  garden  culture,  plant  2  feet  apart  in  rows  3  feet  apart. 
Pinch  back  canes  when  4  feet  high  and  allow  three  canes  to  hill. 

3  canes  for  25c,  dozen  90c. 

Early  Harvest.  A  very  early  productive  variety  with  sweet 
medium  sized  berries,  two  weeks  earlier  than  the  Snyder. 

Snyder.  A  hardy,  well-known  variety,  berries  of  medium 
aize,  sweet  and  melting,  producing  in  profusion,  early. 

GOOSEBERRIES 

This  fruit  is  so  useful  for  cooking  when  green  or  ripe,  and 
may  be  canned  with  such  facility,  that  it  is  beginning  to  be  culti¬ 
vated  very  extensively  for  both  home  and  market  use.  It  requires 
the  same  cultivation  and  treatment  for  worms  as  the  currants. 

Downing.  Whitish  green,  vigorous  and  prolific,  of  splendid 
quality  for  desserts  or  cooking,  fine  for  general  culture. 

Houghton.  Medium  pale  red  berries,  tender  and  good,  very 
productive  and  vigorous. 

Red  Jacket  (Josselyn).  Large 
smooth  berries  of  good  flavor,  fruit 
bright  red,  The  best  large  variety  to 
plant.  2  year  old  bushes,  each  35c 
and  up,  according  to  size. 


RASPBERRIES 

Plant  3  feet  apart  in  a  row  and  keep  vines  growing  in  good  condition. 
Old  wood  must  be  cut  away  as  soon  as  it  has  fruited  to  give  vigor  tc 
young  canes. 

Cuthbert.  Large,  dark  red  variety,  producing  large  crops  of  large 
conical  deep  berries  which  are  sweet,  high  flavored,  a  certain  cropper 
season,  medium  to  late. 

Gregg.  A  very  showy  berry,  one  of  the  best  and  largest  black  caps 
These  Raspberries  can  only  be  planted  in  the  spring  and  the  young 

canes  should  be  pinched  back  when  about  S 
ft.  high  to  keep  the  bushes  snug  and  com¬ 
pact.  3  canes  for  25c,  doz.  90c. 


Vegetable  Plants 

In  their  seasons  for  plant¬ 
ing  we  have  live,  fresh 
]ant3  of  Cabbage,  Cauli- 
ower, Tomato,  Pepper, etc. 


STRAWBERRY,  Brandywine 

STRAWBERRIES 

Early  spring  is  the  best  time  for  setting  out.  The  plants  are  set  12  in. 
apart  in  rows,  18  inches  between  rows.  At  the  end  of  the  season  they  will 
have  formed  narrow  rows  of  plants.  This  system  will  produce  more  and 
better  berries  than  where  the  rows  are  thickly  matted  together.  A  mulch 
of  leaves  or  straw  is  to  be  applied  after  the  ground  freezes  in  winter;  the 
covering  should  be  removed  before  growth  starts  in  the  spring.  Doz.;  20c. 
50  75c,  lOO  SI. 25. 

Brandywine.  Berries  very  large,  broadly  heart-shaped,  bright  red 
in  the  center,  firm  flesh,  a  fine  flavor,  a  late  berry. 

Senator  Dunlap.  One  of  the  best  flavored  berries,  fruit  of  good  size, 
regular  form,  beautiful  bright  red,  firm,  splendid  keeper,  one  of  the  best 
for  canning,  ripens  early. 

William  Belt.  Berries  large,  conical,  rather  long,  bright  red,  glossy, 
quality  good,  moderately  firm,  plants  vigorous,  healthy  and  quite  prolific. 


SHREDDED  CATTLE  MANURE  FOR  ROSE  BUSHES,  5  LBS.  2SC,  10  LBS.  45C 


28 


EVERGREENS,  BIRD  SEEDS  AND  CUT  FLOWERS 


Hardy  Coniferious  Evergreens. 

No  home  ground,  whether  lawn  or  garden,  is  quite  complete  without  at  least  a 
few  of  these  handsome  little  trees  with  their  brilliant  and  wide  diversity  of  colors,  rang¬ 
ing  in  various  shades  of  light  green,  golden,  silver  and  blue  makes  them  most  desirable 
for  beautifying  the  home  grounds  or  cemetery  plot.  Being  covered  with  thick  and  dense 
foliage  the  entire  season  they  promote  a  cheerful  and  ornamental  aspect  to  the  desolate 
landscape  during  the  dreary  winter  months.  The  best  soil  for  evergreen  is  a  well-drained 
sandy  loam.  To  be  successful,  transplanting  should  be  done  at  a  time  when  the  trees  are 
dormant.  This  permits  planting  during  the  early  spring — April  and  May — and  also  in 
September. 

We  offer  varieties  which  are  the  most  useful  to  the  general  planter  and  the  most 
in  demand. 

Handsome  little  trees,  $1.00  and  up,  according  to  size  and  variety. 


Kaempfer’s 
Canary 
High 
Ball. 


A 

Food, 
Tonic  and 
Exerciser 


BIRD  SEED. 

To  make  happier  and  healthier  birds  we 
have  fresh  and  clean  seed  in  bulk  and  pack¬ 
ages;  also  the  leading  brands  of  bird  seeds, 
remedies,  tonics  and  supplies. 

To  have  your  birds  happy,  healthy  and 
sing  feed  them  on  KAEMPFER’S  CANARY 
HIGHBALL  and  BIRDOLENE  —  a  tonic  and 
exerciser. 


Kaempfer’s 

Canary 

Bird 

Seed 


Kaempfer’s  Birdolene 

A  real  song  restorer. 


(f<Say  St  With  Stowers,  *  * 

Flowers  are  nature’s  most  precious  gifts.  They  create  a  lingering  sentiment 
which  words  cannot  express. 

Your  orders  for  seasonable  cut  flowers,  beautifully  and  artistically  arranged  floral 
emblems,  will  be  conscientiously  served.  Careful  and  prompt  delivery  assured. 


Flower  Pots,  Saucers,  Pans,  Hanging  Baskets  and  Vases 


Bulb  or  Pern  Pan 

Saucers 


Diam. 


Each 


4-in . $0.03 


5- in. 

6- in. 

7- in. 

8- in. 
10-in. 
12-in. 


Earthenware  Hanging  Basket 

Earthenware 


Fern  Dish  Liners 


.04 

.06 

.07 

.10 

.15 

.20 


Fern  and 

Diam. 

6- in . 

7- in . 

8- in . 

9- in . 

10-in . 

12-in . 


Bulb  Pans 

Each 


Hanging 


Basket 


Diam. 

Each 

7-in . 

.  $0.35 

8-in . 

.  .45 

9-in . 

.  .60 

10-in . 

.  .75 

12-in . 

.  .90 

Diam. 

5- in. 

6 - in. 

7- in. 

8- in. 
10 -in. 


Each 

$0.07 

.10 

.12 

.15 

.20 


Diam. 

6-in. 


Wire  Hanging  Baskets 

Each 

. $0.25 

8-in . 

10-in . 

12-in . 


GLASS  CEMETERY  VASE 

Made  of  hard  crystal  glass.  On  account  of  its  fine 
appearance  and  serviceable  qualities,  makes  this,  an  ideal  cemetery  vase. 
Price,  10  inches,  each  35c;  16  inches,  each  45c. 

UNBREAKABLE  FIBRE  VASES 

For  holding  cut-flowers,  mahogany  finish.  Very  durable,  4  inches  diameter, 

9  inches  deep.  Each  $1.25. 

White  Enameled  Lawn  or  Cemetery  Vase 
A  pleasing  and  useful  article  often  used  on  lawns  and  in  cemeteries  where 
the  rules  forbid  the  use  of  glass  vases.  Made  of  heavy  tin  sheeting,  enameled 
in  white  and  green,  making  an  attractive  vase  for  this  purpose. 

Height  6  %  inches,  Diameter  4  *4  inches,  each  35c 
Height  6  %  inches.  Diameter  3  V2  inches,  each  30c 

NOTE— Above  Prices  are  Subject  to  Market  Changes 


dass  Cemetery  Vase 


FALL-BEARING  STRAWBERRIES 


PALL-BEARING  STRAWBERRIES  seem  to  be  be  no  longer  an 
experiment,  they  are  becoming  essential  all  over  the  country,  and 
are  making  good  every  place  they  have  been  tested.  If  these 
varieties  are  disbudded,  until  say  August  15th  to  September  1st, 
and  allowed  to  fruit,  they  will  give  large  quantities  of  ripe 
berries  until  checked  by  hard  freezing.  The  two  varieties  we 
offer  we  consider  the  best. 

PROGRESSIVE.  This  is  the  strongest  growing  plant  of  all 
the  fall-bearing  varieties  we  have  seen.  The  plants  are  very 
large  and  heavily  rooted,  producing  a  phenomenal  crop  of  medium 
to  large  fruits,  of  a  dark  red  color  both  inside  and  out.  The 
young  plants  are  produced  in  good  quantities. 

Price  per  do/.,  40e;  25  for  75c;  50  for  $1.25;  100  for  $2.00. 

Note — Prices  quoted  in  this  catalogue  do  not  include  postage  or 
expressage. 

Parcel  Post  Rates — All  parcels  of  seeds,  bulbs  and  plants  up  to 
and  including  8  oz.  at  the  rate  of  lc  for  each  2  oz.  regardless  ot 
distance;  over  8  oz.  at  the  zone  rate. 


FLOWERING  BEDDING  PLANTS 

We  carry  in  season  seedling  plants  of  pansies,  asters  and  daisies.  Also  geraniums  and 

other  pot  grown  blooming  plants. 


LAWN  and  GARDEN 


I 


♦  +  +  + 


SPRING  1932 


GLADIOLI,  War,  deep  blood-red,  shaded  crimson-black. 

(See  Page  21) 


WILLIAM  MARKS 

Seedsman  and  Florist 

3902  N.  CICERO  AVE.,  Near  Milwaukee  Ave.  and  Irving  Park  Boul 

TELEPHONE  KILDARE  7700 

CHICAGO,  ILL.